Page 2 - CLASS 1
2 RQT8388 CAUTION! THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK...
Page 3 - Table of contents; STEP 2 Channel reception settings and; Playing recorded video contents/; Getting started
3 RQT8388 Table of contents HDD, disc and card information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Important notes for recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8HDD (Hard disk drive) handling care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Disc and card handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 4 - HDD, disc and card information; HDD and discs you can use for recording and play; DVD Video Recording format
4 RQT8388 HDD, disc and card information (continued on the next page) HDD and discs you can use for recording and play Disc type Hard disk drive (HDD) ≥ [DMR-EX75] 160 GB [DMR-EX85] 250 GB DVD-RAM ≥ 4.7 GB/9.4 GB, 12 cm ≥ 2.8 GB, 8 cm Logo – Indicated in these instructions by [HDD] [RAM] Recording f...
Page 5 - Recording modes and approximate recording times; Disc type; You cannot directly record to a DVD-R DL and +R DL disc on this unit.
5 RQT8388 (continued) § 1 The amount of the recordable disc space doesn’t increase even if the programme is deleted when you use one time recording disc. § 2 [RAM] Can be played on Panasonic DVD Recorders and DVD-RAM compatible DVD players. If you play a DVD-R DL, +R DL or +RW, use compatible equipm...
Page 6 - Discs that cannot be played
6 RQT8388 HDD, disc and card information . § Close the session after recording. Play may be impossible on some discs due to the condition of the recording. ≥ The producer of the disc can control how discs are played. So you may not always be able to control play as described in these operating instr...
Page 7 - Cards you can use on this unit; Type; Suitable SD Memory Cards; Card
7 RQT8388 ≥ Compatible with: FAT 12 or FAT 16 ≥ You can use SD Memory Cards with the following capacities (from 8 MB to 2 GB). ≥ Useable memory is slightly less than the card capacity. ≥ Please confirm the latest information on the following website. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This site ...
Page 8 - Important notes for recording; HDD; CH; CD SEQUENTIAL; DISC EXCHANGE
8 RQT8388 Important notes for recording ≥ It is not possible to record to both HDD (Hard Disk Drive) and DVD drive simultaneously. When recording a bilingual programme [HDD] [RAM] Both main and secondary audio can be recorded. You can change the audio during playback. ( ➡ 32, Changing audio during p...
Page 10 - Disc and card handling; How to hold a disc or card; DVD lens cleaner; Unit care; Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is empty.
10 RQT8388 Disc and card handling ∫ How to hold a disc or card Do not touch the recorded surface or the terminal surface. ∫ Concerning non-cartridge discs Be careful about scratches and dirt. ∫ If there is dirt or condensation on the disc Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry. ∫ Handling precauti...
Page 11 - Included accessories; Batteries; Remote control; The remote control information
11 RQT8388 Included accessories ∫ Batteries ≥ Insert so the poles ( i and j ) match those in the remote control. ≥ When closing the lid, insert it from the j (minus) side. ≥ Do not use rechargeable type batteries. ≥ Do not mix old and new batteries. ≥ Do not use different types at the same time. ≥ D...
Page 12 - Control reference guide; Remote control; ENTER; DVD
12 RQT8388 Control reference guide Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. 1 Turn the unit on ( ➡ 18) 2 Select drive (HDD, DVD or SD) ( ➡ 22, 30, 36) 3 Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter numbers 4 Cancel 5 Basic operations for recording and play 6 Sho...
Page 13 - Main unit; Opening the front panel; The unit’s display; PLAY; REC; REC
13 RQT8388 1 Standby/on switch ( Í /I) ( ➡ 18) Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power. 2 Disc tray ( ➡ 22, 30) 3 Connection for digital video (DV) camcorder ( ➡ 54) 4 SD card slot ( ➡ below) 5 Display ( ➡ b...
Page 14 - STEP; Connection; Make sure to use the pair of supplied RF coaxial cables; When the unit is not to be used for a long time; Connecting a television
14 RQT8388 STEP 1 Connection ≥ Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. ≥ Select the connection pattern that matches your environment from pattern A–B. Confirm connections not listed below with your dealer. Make sure to use the pair of supplied RF co...
Page 15 - Connecting a television and VCR; Connecting an Analogue television and VCR; Connecting a Digital television and VCR; STE
15 RQT8388 B Connecting a television and VCR Connecting an Analogue television and VCR Connect the unit directly to the television If you connect the unit through an AV selector or video cassette recorder to the television, video signal will be affected by copyright protection systems and the pictur...
Page 16 - Other connections; Connecting a television with S VIDEO terminals; CRT; Connecting an amplifier or system component
16 RQT8388 STEP 1 Connection The S VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal. (Actual results depend on the television.) COMPONENT VIDEO terminals can be used for either interlace or progressive output ( ➡ 77) and provide a purer picture than the S VIDEO OUT termin...
Page 17 - Connecting to a TV; Connecting to an amplifier/receiver; Control with HDMI (HDAVI Control; Easy playback
17 RQT8388 HDMI is the next-generation interface for digital devices. When connected to an HDMI compatible unit, an uncompressed digital audio and video signal is transmitted. You can enjoy high quality, digital video and audio with just one cord. When connecting to an HDMI-compatible HDTV (High Def...
Page 18 - Channel reception settings and TV aspect settings; ] to select your area and; RETURN; When clock setting screen is displayed
18 RQT8388 STEP 2 Channel reception settings and TV aspect settings 1 Turn on the television and select the appropriate AV input to suit the connections to this unit. 2 Press [ Í DVD] to turn the unit on. DVB Auto-Setup starts. The unit will search for the terrestrial digital channels. TV channels w...
Page 19 - Set up to match your television and remote control; While stopped; ] to select “To Others”; To return to the previous screen; To enjoy progressive video
19 RQT8388 STEP 3 Set up to match your television and remote control You can enjoy progressive video by connecting this unit’s COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals to an LCD/plasma television or LCD projector compatible with progressive scan ( ➡ 77). 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to ...
Page 20 - STEP 3 Set up to match your television and remote control; Refer to the control reference on page 19.; with the numbered buttons.
20 RQT8388 STEP 3 Set up to match your television and remote control Refer to the control reference on page 19. You can configure the remote control TV operation buttons to turn the television on/off, change the television input mode, select the television channel and change the television volume. 1...
Page 21 - Watching television; Digital channel; Select the channel; ANALOGUE CH; W X; “Blue”; Digital channel information
21 RQT8388 Watching television 1 Turn on the television and select the appropriate AV input to suit the connections to this unit. 2 Press [ Í DVD] to turn the unit on. 3 Press [ W X CH] to select the channel. Everytime you change the station, a digital channel information appear automatically (terre...
Page 22 - Recording television programmes; unit to open the tray and insert a disc.; To pause recording; AUDIO
22 RQT8388 Recording television programmes See also “Important notes for recording” ( ➡ 8). Depending on the type of disc used for recording or the type of broadcast, there may be restrictions on the title you are trying to record. ≥ [RAM] It is not possible to record continuously from one side of a...
Page 23 - To format a disc; To finalize the disc; Recording Mode; Disc Insertion/Ejection; When the format confirmation screen is displayed; When removing a recorded disc
23 RQT8388 Depending on the content being recorded, the recording times may become shorter than indicated.(The times provided on this chart are an estimate.) § 1 It is not possible to record or play continuously from one side of a double sided disc to the other. § 2 When “Recording time in EP mode” ...
Page 24 - REC] on the main unit to select the recording
24 RQT8388 Recording television programmes [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] During recording Press [ ¥ REC] on the main unit to select the recording time. ≥ You can specify up to 4 hours later. ≥ The unit display changes as shown below. ≥ This does not work during timer recordings ( ➡ 26) or whi...
Page 25 - (Recording that fits the remaining disc space); Playing while you are recording
25 RQT8388 [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] The unit sets the best possible picture quality that fits the recording within the remaining disc space. The recording mode becomes FR mode. ∫ Using “Flexible Rec” is convenient in these kinds of situations. [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] ≥ When the am...
Page 26 - Timer recording; See also “Important notes for recording” (; Notes on timer recording (; system to make timer
26 RQT8388 Timer recording See also “Important notes for recording” ( ➡ 8). Depending on the type of disc used for recording or the type of broadcast, there may be restrictions on the title you are trying to record. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] ≥ You can enter up to 32 programmes up to a mon...
Page 27 - im
27 RQT8388 1 Press [PROG/CHECK]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “New Timer Programme” and press [ENTER]. 3 Press [ 1 ] to move through the items and change the items with [ 3 , 4 ]. ≥ When “Name” is selected, you can press the “Blue” button to change the category [e.g., Free TV, Radio, Edit Favourites ...
Page 28 - While the unit is on; ] to select the programme; “Red”; Notes on timer recording
28 RQT8388 Timer recording 1 While the unit is on Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the recording drive and press [ ∫ ]. 2 Press [ 2 , 1 ] to select “Stop Recording” and press [ENTER]. If you stop a timer recording, it will be cancelled. However, if you have set a weekly or daily timer recording, the r...
Page 29 - You can also delete a programme with the following steps; To exit the timer recording list; Icons; Message displayed in the “Drive space” line; Relief Recording
29 RQT8388 ≥ Even when the unit is turned off, you can display the timer recording list by pressing [PROG/CHECK]. Press [PROG/CHECK]. ∫ To change a programme Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the programme and press [ENTER]. ( ➡ 27 , step 3) ∫ To delete a programme Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the programme an...
Page 30 - Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs; Press the “Red” button to select “VIDEO”.
30 RQT8388 Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Preparation ≥ Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. ≥ Turn on this unit. 1 Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD or DVD drive. The HDD or DVD indicator lights up on the u...
Page 31 - When a menu screen appears on the television; Operations during play; Stop; Press the numbered buttons.; Quick View
31 RQT8388 ∫ When a menu screen appears on the television [DVD-V] [DVD-A] Press [ 3 , 4 , 2 , 1 ] to select the item and press [ENTER]. Some items can also be selected using the numbered buttons. [VCD] Press the numbered buttons to select the item. ≥ To return to the menu screen [DVD-V] Press [DIREC...
Page 32 - Refer to the control reference on page 30.; DivX; ] to select the time; Manual Skip; Changing audio during play
32 RQT8388 Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Refer to the control reference on page 30. (continued) Press [AUDIO]. [HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD] and DivX LR > L > R ^---------------} [DVD-V] [DVD-A] You can change the audio channel number each time you press the button. Thi...
Page 34 - ] to select the title and; ] while a title is highlighted to display; Selecting file type to play; To select file type; Menu; Playing DivX discs; Using the tree screen to find a folder
34 RQT8388 Playing DivX discs, MP3 discs and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) [CD] You can play CD-R/CD-RW discs which contain MP3 files, DivX video contents or still pictures that have been recorded on a computer. The screen shown below is displayed when you insert a disc containing DivX video contents, ...
Page 35 - ] to select the track and; ] while a track is highlighted to display; Regarding DivX VOD content; Tuning; Your registration code is : XXXXXXXX; Playing MP3 discs; Using the tree screen to find a group
35 RQT8388 DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content is encrypted for copyright protection. In order to play DivX VOD content on this unit, you first need to register the unit.Follow the on line instructions for purchasing DivX VOD content to enter the unit’s registration code and register the unit. For mo...
Page 36 - Refer to the control reference on page 34.; To show other pages; ] to select the still; To exit the screen; Playing still pictures
36 RQT8388 Playing DivX discs, MP3 discs and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) Refer to the control reference on page 34. [HDD] [RAM] [CD] [SD] ≥ You can use SD Memory Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 2 GB ( ➡ 7). ≥ You can playback still pictures recorded onto a CD-R/CD-RW on a PC. ≥ You cannot playback...
Page 37 - To select the still pictures in another folder; Useful functions during still picture play; Start Slide Show; ] to select “Rotate RIGHT” or “Rotate LEFT” and; Properties
37 RQT8388 ∫ To select the still pictures in another folder ( ➡ 7, Structure of folders displayed by this unit) [RAM] [SD] To switch to another higher folder (Only if there is a multiple number of higher folders recognizable) 1 While the Album View screen is displayed Press [SUB MENU]. 2 Press [ 3 ,...
Page 38 - Common procedures; DISPLAY; Play menu—Change the play sequence
38 RQT8388 Using on-screen menus/Status message 1 Press [DISPLAY]. ≥ Depending on the condition of the unit (playing, stopped, etc.) and disc contents, there are some items that you cannot select or change. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the menu and press [ 1 ]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the item an...
Page 39 - Status messages; in
39 RQT8388 § Only when you have set “Progressive” to “On” in the Setup menu ( ➡ 19). During playback or recording Press [ ]. The display changes each time you press the button. ≥ TV audio type STEREO: STEREO stereo broadcast M 1/M 2: Bilingual dual-sound broadcast M 1: Monaural broadcast Transfer § ...
Page 40 - Editing titles/chapters; ] to select the operation; If you select “Chapter View”; DRIVE SELECT
40 RQT8388 Editing titles/chapters [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] (You cannot edit finalized discs.) ≥ The maximum number of items on a disc: [HDD] –Titles: 500 –Chapters: Approx. 1000 per title (Depends on the state of recording.) [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R...
Page 41 - Title operations; To change the thumbnail; Chapter operations; For your reference; Ed
41 RQT8388 After performing steps 1–5 ( ➡ 40) § Multiple editing is possible. After performing steps 1–7 ( ➡ 40) § Multiple editing is possible. Title operations Delete § [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Press [ 2 , 1 ] to select “Delete” and press [ENTER]. ≥ Once deleted, the re...
Page 42 - Creating, editing and playing playlists; Preparation; Creating playlists
42 RQT8388 Creating, editing and playing playlists [HDD] [RAM] ≥ The maximum number of items on a disc: –Playlists: 99 –Chapters in playlists: Approx. 1000 (Depends on the state of recording.) ≥ If you exceed the maximum numbers of items for a disc, all the items entered will not be recorded. [HDD] ...
Page 43 - Editing and playing playlists/chapters; Playlist operations
43 RQT8388 [HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] (Play only) 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “To Others” and press [ENTER]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Playlists” and press [ENTER]. 4 Press [ 3 , 4 , 2 , 1 ] to select the playlist. To start play ➡ Press [ENTER]. To edit ➡ Step 5. ≥ T...
Page 44 - Editing still pictures; Select the album which contains the still; To edit the album
44 RQT8388 Editing still pictures [HDD] [RAM] [SD] ≥ You can edit pictures and albums. ≥ You can use SD Memory Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 2 GB ( ➡ 7). ≥ You cannot edit still pictures recorded on CD-R/CD-RW. Preparation ≥ Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD, DVD or SD drive. ≥ [RAM] [SD] ...
Page 45 - Album and picture operation; To cancel the print setting; ] to select the album that contains the still picture you want; Only for “Create Album”
45 RQT8388 After performing steps 1–4, page 44 § Multiple editing is possible. [Note] ≥ Timer recordings do not start when performing “Add Pictures”, “Create Album”, “Copy to DVD-RAM” or “Copy to HDD”. ≥ You cannot perform “Add Pictures” or “Create Album” to a higher folder. Album and picture operat...
Page 46 - Delete Navigator; ] to select “Delete” and; ] to select the album; ] to select “Delete” and press; Available disc space after deleting; Using the DELETE Navigator to delete
46 RQT8388 Delete Navigator [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [SD] (You cannot delete items on finalized discs.) ≥ A title or a picture cannot be restored once it is deleted. Make certain before proceeding. ≥ You cannot delete while recording or copying. Preparation ≥ Press [DRIVE...
Page 47 - Copying titles or playlists; Approximate copying times; Copy
47 RQT8388 Copying titles or playlists § 1 To high speed copy titles (or playlists created from those titles), set “Rec for High Speed Copy” to “On” before recording to the HDD ( ➡ 24). However in the following cases, copying to DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL and +RW using the...
Page 48 - ] to select “Copy” and; To stop copying; Before copying; Rec for High Speed Copy (
48 RQT8388 Copying titles or playlists When copying a title with main and secondary audio ≥ Select the audio type for recording bilingual broadcast from “Bilingual Audio Selection” ( ➡ 62) when: –Copying to a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL and +RW. –When “Audio Mode for XP Rec...
Page 50 - Refer to the control reference on page 48.; To edit the copying list; To cancel all registered copying setting and lists; When High-speed copying; To confirm the current progress; COPY Navigator/Copying list icons and functions
50 RQT8388 Copying titles or playlists (Continued) Refer to the control reference on page 48. COPY Navigator/Copying list indicators ∫ To edit the copying list Select the item in step 6– 4 ( ➡ 49, right column) 1 Press [SUB MENU].2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the operation and press [ENTER]. Delete Al...
Page 51 - ] to select the title
51 RQT8388 [DVD-V] > [HDD] You can copy the content of finalized DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW(DVD-Video format), +R, and +R DL to the HDD and re-edit.While playing a disc, the content being played is copied to the HDD according to the set time. ≥ If you perform search, frame-by-frame or pause while co...
Page 52 - Copying still pictures; To register individual still pictures; Copying using the copying list
52 RQT8388 Copying still pictures [HDD] [RAM] [SD] ≥ You can use SD Memory Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 2 GB ( ➡ 7). ≥ You cannot copy pictures recorded to CD-R/CD-RW. [SD] While stopped put the card in the slot, and the menu ( ➡ below) is automatically displayed.Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Cop...
Page 53 - Cop
53 RQT8388 ∫ To edit the copying list Select the item in step 6– 3 (for a still picture) or 6– 5 (for a folder) ( ➡ 52, right column) 1 Press [SUB MENU].2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the operation and press [ENTER]. Delete All: Delete all items registered on the copying list.Press [ 2 , 1 ] to select ...
Page 54 - Copying from a video cassette recorder; Start play on the other equipment.
54 RQT8388 Copying from a video cassette recorder e.g., Connecting to the AV3 or DV input terminals on the front You can also connect to the AV4 input terminals on the rear. ≥ Turn off the unit and other video equipment before connecting. If the audio output of the other equipment is monaural Connec...
Page 55 - HDD, disc and card management; Setting the protection
55 RQT8388 HDD, disc and card management [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] [SD] ≥ You can use SD Memory Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 2 GB ( ➡ 7). 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “To Others” and press [ENTER]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to sele...
Page 56 - Refer to the control reference on page 55.; ] to select “Delete all
56 RQT8388 HDD, disc and card management Refer to the control reference on page 55. [HDD] [RAM] Preparation ≥ Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD or DVD drive. ≥ Release protection ( ➡ 55). After performing steps 1–3 ( ➡ 55) 4 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Delete all titles” and press [ENTER]. 5 Pre...
Page 57 - Selecting the background style–Top Menu; Creating Top Menu—Create Top Menu
57 RQT8388 [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] You can select the background that will be displayed as the DVD-Video top menu after finalizing. Preparation Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive. After performing steps 1–3 ( ➡ 55) 4 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Top Menu” and press [ENTER]. ...
Page 58 - Entering text; Show Enter Name screen.; To add a name
58 RQT8388 Entering text [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [SD] You can give names to recorded titles, etc. The maximum number of characters: § Title name for timer recording [Note] If a name is long, parts of it may not be shown in some screens. 1 Show Enter Name screen. 2 Press ...
Page 59 - FUNCTIONS window; ] to select an item and; To exit the FUNCTIONS window; Child Lock; ter
59 RQT8388 FUNCTIONS window By using the FUNCTIONS window you may access the main functions quickly and easily. 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. Functions displayed depend on the selected drive or type of disc. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select an item and press [ENTER]. ≥ If you select “To Others” and ...
Page 60 - Changing the unit’s settings; Summary of settings; Tabs
60 RQT8388 Changing the unit’s settings 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “To Others” and press [ENTER]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Setup” and press [ENTER]. 4 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the tab and press [ 1 ]. 5 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the menu and press [ENTER]. 6 ...
Page 61 - Cha
61 RQT8388 Tabs Menus Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.) Disc Settings for Playback ≥ Press [ENTER] to show the following settings. Ratings Set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play. Follow the on-screen instructions. Enter a 4-digit password with the numbered buttons when the pas...
Page 62 - Refer to the control reference on page 60.
62 RQT8388 Changing the unit’s settings Refer to the control reference on page 60. Tabs Menus Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.) Sound Dynamic Range Compression [DVD-V] (Dolby Digital only) Change the dynamic range for late night viewing. ≥ On ≥ Off Bilingual Audio Selection Select ...
Page 63 - Language code list
63 RQT8388 Tabs Menus Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.) Connection TV Aspect ( ➡ 18 ) Set to match the type of television connected. ≥ 16:9 ≥ 4:3 ≥ Letterbox Progressive ( ➡ 19 ) This setting is fixed with “Off” if you set “AV1 Output” to “RGB 1 (without component)” or “RGB 2 (with...
Page 65 - ] to select “Add New DVB; Add New DVB Services
65 RQT8388 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “To Others” and press [ENTER]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Setup” and press [ENTER]. 4 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Tuning” and press [ 1 ]. You can create four groups of channels for making viewing and recording easier. Editin...
Page 66 - ] to select “Manual” and; Manual
66 RQT8388 Changing the unit’s settings Refer to the control reference on page 60. You can delete analogue channels and set the analogue channel details. After performing steps 1–4 ( ➡ 65) 5 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Manual” and press [ENTER]. To delete a programme position Press [ 3 , 4 , 2 , 1 ] ...
Page 67 - Clock Setting
67 RQT8388 Change the setting to match the equipment you are connecting with, or to match the title when there are both PAL and NTSC titles on the HDD. 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “To Others” and press [ENTER]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Setup” and press [ENTER]....
Page 68 - Messages; On the television
68 RQT8388 Messages On the television Page Authorization Error. ≥ You are trying to play the DivX VOD content that was purchased with a different registration code. You cannot play the content on this unit. (DivX) 35 Cannot finish recording completely. ≥ The programme was copy-protected. ≥ The HDD o...
Page 69 - On the unit’s display; Me
69 RQT8388 On the unit’s display The following messages or service numbers appear on the unit’s display when something unusual is detected during startup and use. Page § The message are alternately displayed. DVD (“ ∑ ” stands for a number.) ≥ The remote control and main unit are using different c...
Page 70 - Frequently asked questions; Set up
70 RQT8388 Frequently asked questions Refer to the following items if you have any doubts about unit operations. Set up Page Disc Recording Which aerial is suitable for receiving digital terrestrial broadcasts? ≥ You can use your current aerial. However, depending on the area where you live, a new a...
Page 71 - Troubleshooting guide
71 RQT8388 Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions. The following do not indicate a problem with this unit...
Page 72 - Sound
72 RQT8388 Troubleshooting guide Sound Page Operation No sound.Low volume.Distorted sound.Cannot hear the desired audio type. ≥ Check the connections and the “Digital Audio Output” settings. Check the input mode on the amplifier if you have connected one. ≥ Press [AUDIO] to select the audio. ≥ Turn ...
Page 73 - programming does not; roub
73 RQT8388 Operation (Continued) Page Recording, timer recording and copying Cannot tune channels. ≥ Check the connections. 14, 15 Startup is slow. ≥ Make sure that “Quick Start” is set to “On”. ≥ Startup takes time in the following situations: –A disc other than a DVD-RAM is inserted.–The clock is ...
Page 76 - Glossary
76 RQT8388 Glossary Bitstream This is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 channel) before it is decoded into its various channels. CPPM (Content Protection for Prerecorded Media) A copy protection system used for DVD-Audio files. This unit supports CPPM. CPRM (Content Protection ...
Page 77 - lo
77 RQT8388 MPEG2 (Moving Picture Experts Group) A standard for efficiently compressing and expanding colour video. MPEG2 is a compression standard used for DVD and satellite based digital broadcasting. This unit records programmes using MPEG2.MPEG2 moving picture files shot with a Panasonic SD multi...
Page 78 - Specifications
78 RQT8388 Specifications Recording system DVD-RAM : DVD Video Recording format DVD-R : DVD-Video format DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) : DVD-Video format DVD-RW : DVD-Video format +R +R DL (Double Layer) +RW Recordable discs DVD-RAM: Ver. 2.0 Ver. 2.1/3X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 1.0 Ver.2.2/5X-SPEED DVD-RAM R...
Page 79 - Safety precautions; Placement
79 RQT8388 Safety precautions Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby shortening the unit’s service life. Do not place heavy items on the unit. Do no...
Page 80 - Index
Index Album Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Audio Attribute . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
