Page 2 - USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.; CAUTION; THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES.; CLASS 1
2 RQT9088 -If you see this symbol- 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. WA...
Page 3 - Table of contents; Selecting recorded programmes (titles) to play; About descriptions in these operating instructions
3 RQT9088 Table of contents G e tt in g star ted Q u ic k St ar t Gu ide Basi c ope ra ti o n s Ad v a n ced o p erati o n s Ed it in g S e tti n g m e n u s Referen c e Cop y in g Included accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4The remote control information . . . . . ...
Page 4 - Included accessories; Batteries; Remote control; The remote control information
4 RQT9088 Included accessories ∫ Batteries ≥ Insert so the poles ( i and j ) match those in the remote control. ≥ Do not use rechargeable type batteries. ≥ Do not mix old and new batteries. ≥ Do not use different types at the same time. ≥ Do not heat or expose to flame. ≥ Do not leave the battery(ie...
Page 5 - Unit care; DO NOT
5 RQT9088 HDD (Hard disk drive) handling care The HDD is a high precision recording instrument and because of its long recording capability and high speed operation it is a very special device that is easily susceptible to damage.As a basic rule, save important content to a disc as backup. ∫ The HDD...
Page 6 - Control reference guide; GUIDE
6 RQT9088 Control reference guide Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. 1 Turn the unit on ( ➡ 9) 2 Select drive [HDD, DVD or SD ( [EX88] )] ( ➡ 16, 17, 32) Drive changes each time you press [DRIVE SELECT]. 3 Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter numbe...
Page 7 - Main unit; The unit’s display; PLAY; REC; REC
7 RQT9088 1 Standby/on switch ( /I) ( ➡ 9 ) 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 ( ➡ 14) 3 Connection for digital video (DV) camcorder ( ➡ 23) 4 Connection for VCR, camcorder etc. ( ➡ 23) 5...
Page 8 - STEP; Connection; Connecting a television; Regarding VIERA Link “HDAVI Control; ” function; HDMI AV OUT
8 RQT9088 STEP 1 Connection ≥ Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. ≥ Refer to “Additional connections” ( ➡ 68) for connection using other terminals and connection with other equipment. You can enjoy high-quality picture by changing the connection...
Page 9 - Channel reception settings and TV aspect settings; ] to select your region; DVD; When clock setting screen is displayed; Clock
9 RQT9088 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 [ DVD] to turn the unit on. DVB Auto-Setup starts. The unit will search for the terrestrial digital channels.This takes abou...
Page 10 - HDD and disc information; Recording format; DVD Video Recording format; HDD and discs you can use for recording and play; Disc type; Second recordable layer
10 RQT9088 HDD and disc information ( ≤ : Possible, – : Impossible) § 1 [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] Finalisation needed for playback on other equipment ( ➡ 58). [RAM] can be played back on Panasonic DVD recorders and DVD- RAM compatible DVD players. [-R]DL] , [+R]DL] or [+RW] can be played ba...
Page 11 - Discs that cannot be played; DD a
11 RQT9088 § 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 instructions. Read the disc’s instruc...
Page 12 - USB memory and card information; Structure of folders; USB memories you can use on this unit; Compatible USB memories; Cards you can use on this unit; Type; Suitable SD cards; Card
12 RQT9088 USB memory and card information ≥ Despite meeting the conditions mentioned above, there may be USB memories that cannot be used for this unit. ≥ [EX88] If a Panasonic digital video camera with HDD is connected to this unit’s USB port, you can copy the SD Video shot with the camera to this...
Page 13 - DivX; Structure of folders displayed by this unit; Structure of MP3 folders
13 RQT9088 Regarding DivX files, MP3 files and still pictures (JPEG) Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EX88 model only. DivX MP3 ≥ If there is a large amount of still picture data etc. within a MP3 file, play may not be possible. Still pictures (JPEG § 2 ) ...
Page 14 - Inserting discs; Cartridge disc; Disc and card care; DO
14 RQT9088 Media handling (Disc/USB memory/SD card) 1 Press [ < OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray. 2 Press [ < OPEN/CLOSE] to close the tray. Automatic drive select function [RAM] [Only for discs with the write-protect tab on the cartridge set to “PROTECT” ( ➡ 56, Cartridge-protection)] [DVD-V] [VC...
Page 15 - Watching analogue and digital broadcasts; W X; If New service message appears; Select the channel; Digital channel information
15 RQT9088 Watching analogue and digital broadcasts 1 Turn on the television and select the appropriate AV input to suit the connections to this unit. 2 Press [ DVD] to turn the unit on. 3 Press [ W X CH] to select the channel. Everytime you change the station, digital channel information appears ...
Page 16 - Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs; Refer to “Advanced playback” (; Preparation; unit to open the tray and insert a disc.; When a menu screen appears on the television; Press the numbered buttons to select the item.
16 RQT9088 Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Refer to “Advanced playback” ( ➡ 28) for detail information. Preparation ≥ Turn on the television and select the appropriate AV input to suit the connections to this unit. ≥ Turn on this unit. 1 Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD...
Page 17 - Recording television programmes; Refer to “Important notes for recording” (; To pause recording; REC] on the main unit to select the recording; AUDIO
17 RQT9088 Recording television programmes Refer to “Important notes for recording” ( ➡ 20) and “Advanced recording” ( ➡ 21) for detail information. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] ≥ To use a new disc, formatting is necessary. ≥ When recording a digital radio broadcast...
Page 18 - Timer recording; Refer to “Advanced timer recording” (; See also “Important notes for recording” (; Notes on timer recording (
18 RQT9088 Timer recording Refer to “Advanced timer recording” ( ➡ 24 – 27) for detail information. See also “Important notes for recording” ( ➡ 20). 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...
Page 19 - Deleting titles; ] to select “Delete” and; Available disc space after deleting; DRIVE SELECT; Using the DELETE Navigator to delete
19 RQT9088 Deleting titles [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] (You cannot delete items on finalised discs.) ≥ A title cannot be restored once it is deleted. Make certain before proceeding. ≥ You cannot delete while recording or copying. Preparation ≥ Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select ...
Page 20 - Important notes for recording; Both main and secondary audio can be recorded.; You cannot directly record to a DVD-R DL and +R DL disc on this unit.; HDD; Record to the HDD; CHG; Play on other DVD equipment
20 RQT9088 Important notes for recording ≥ It is not possible to record to both the HDD and the DVD drive simultaneously. Selecting Audio for Recording Broadcast in multi-channel sound (Digital broadcast only): You can select the audio language when receiving audio in multi channel broadcast [“Multi...
Page 21 - Advanced recording; To format a disc; To finalise the disc; Recording modes and approximate recording times; Recording Mode; When removing a recorded disc
21 RQT9088 Advanced recording 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 “Recordin...
Page 22 - Select the channel or the external input to record.; ] to select “To Others”; You cannot record more than 8 hours.; Flexible Recording; (Recording that fits the remaining disc space); Another disc is necessary.; Playing while you are recording; XP
22 RQT9088 Advanced recording [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] ...
Page 23 - Copying from a video cassette recorder; Start play on the other equipment.
23 RQT9088 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 24 - Advanced timer recording; ] to select “New Timer; Date; system to make timer; Mode; Drive; SP; ARD
24 RQT9088 Advanced timer recording [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] ≥ You can enter up to 32 programmes up to a month in advance. (Each daily or weekly programme is counted as one programme.) [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] ≥ To use a new disc, formatting is necessary. Preparation ≥ Turn on the telev...
Page 25 - While the unit is on; ] to select the programme; Icons; To change a programme; ] to select the programme and press [DELETE; To exit the timer recording list; Notes on timer recording; Check, change or delete a programme
25 RQT9088 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 [OK]. If you stop a timer recording, it will be cancelled. However, if you have set a weekly or daily timer recording, the recording will start...
Page 26 - The Direct Navigator shows which programmes were relief-
26 RQT9088 Advanced timer recording When the recording drive is “DVD” and there is not enough remaining space, recording automatically switches to the “HDD”. If there is no disc in the tray or the disc cannot be recorded on or when timer recording starts while copying, the recording drive will be al...
Page 27 - ] to select the desired; Basic operations; Favourite 1; Radio
27 RQT9088 Press [GUIDE] to switch between Landscape view and Portrait view. ∫ When the TV Guide displays “No information available for analogue services” or the empty TV Guide list ≥ Some digital broadcast may not send programme information. Set the timer recording manually or with the G- CODE syst...
Page 28 - Advanced playback; Operation during play; Stop; Press the numbered buttons.; Changing audio during play; Soundtrack
28 RQT9088 Advanced playback ≥ Depending on the media, some operations may not be possible. Press [AUDIO]. [HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD] , DivX and analogue broadcast LR > L > R ^---------------} e.g., “L R” is selected [DVD-V] You can change the audio channel number each time you press the butt...
Page 29 - Selecting recorded programmes (titles) to play—Direct Navigator; ] to select the title; Regarding the group name; To sort the titles for easy searching
29 RQT9088 Selecting recorded programmes (titles) to play—Direct Navigator [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] You can quickly find the recorded titles and easily play them. You can also sort the titles or edit the Groups of titles. 1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. [HDD] [RAM] ...
Page 30 - Playing DivX, MP3 and still pictures; Changing the file type to play; Show DivX Menu screen.; ] while a title is highlighted to display; Showing the menu screen; ] to select “To Others” and press; Playing DivX video contents; Using the tree screen to find a folder
30 RQT9088 Playing DivX, MP3 and still pictures Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EX88 model only. [CD] 1 Insert the disc. 2 If the disc contains different file types Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the item and press [OK]. Otherwise, Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. [U...
Page 31 - ] while a track is highlighted to display; Regarding DivX VOD content; Playing MP3 files; Using the tree screen to find a group
31 RQT9088 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 32 - Show Album View screen.; To show other pages; ] to select the still; To exit the screen; Regarding Album View screen; Grouped by date; Playing still pictures
32 RQT9088 Playing DivX, MP3 and still pictures Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EX88 model only. [HDD] [RAM] [CD] [USB] [SD] ≥ You can play still pictures recorded with a computer onto a CD-R/CD-RW and USB memory. ≥ You cannot play still pictures while re...
Page 33 - Useful functions during still picture play; Rotate
33 RQT9088 Useful functions during still picture play Start Slide Show Slide Show Setting You can display still pictures one by one at a constant interval. While the Album View screen is displayed 1 Press [ 3 , 4 , 2 , 1 ] to select the album. 2 Press [ 1 ] (PLAY). You can also start Slide Show with...
Page 34 - Playing music; ] to select “Play Music”; Useful functions during music play
34 RQT9088 Playing music Preparation Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive. 1 Insert a music CD. The menu is automatically displayed. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Play Music” and press [OK]. The unit starts accessing the Gracenote ® Database ( ➡ 52) and searches for the title information. If ...
Page 35 - Convenient functions; ] to select an item and; to select the channel.; Search
35 RQT9088 Convenient functions By using the FUNCTION MENU window you may access the main functions quickly and easily. 1 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Functions displayed depend on the selected drive or type of disc. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select an item and press [OK]. ≥ If you select “To Others” and press...
Page 36 - Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control; What you can do with “HDAVI Control”; What is VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”; This unit supports “HDAVI Control 3” function.; Download from the TV
36 RQT9088 Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control TM ”) You can enjoy linked operations with the TV and receiver by using “HDAVI Control”. Preparation 1 Connect this unit to your TV using an HDMI cable ( ➡ 8) or to your receiver using an HDMI cable ( ➡ 69). 2 Set “VIERA Link” to “O...
Page 37 - Easy control only with VIERA remote control
37 RQT9088 Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EX88 model only. If you connect this unit to the TV that has “HDAVI Control 2” or “HDAVI Control 3” function with an HDMI cable, you can enjoy using more convenient functions.You can operate this unit using the f...
Page 38 - Editing titles/chapters; ] to select the operation; If you select “Chapter View”
38 RQT9088 Editing titles/chapters [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] (You cannot edit finalized discs.) [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] ≥ The maximum number of items on a disc: [HDD] – Titles: 499– Chapters: Approx. 1000 per title (Depends on the state of recording.) [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+...
Page 39 - Title operations; To change the thumbnail; Chapter operations; For your reference; in
39 RQT9088 After performing steps 1–4 ( ➡ 38) § Multiple editing is possible. After performing steps 1–6 ( ➡ 38) § 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 [OK]. ≥ Once deleted, the recor...
Page 40 - Creating, editing and playing playlists; Creating playlists
40 RQT9088 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 41 - Editing and playing playlists/chapters; Playlist operations
41 RQT9088 [HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] (Play only) 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “To Others” and press [OK]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Playlists” and press [OK]. 4 Press [ 3 , 4 , 2 , 1 ] to select the playlist. To start play ➡ Press [OK]. To edit ➡ Step 5. ≥ To sho...
Page 42 - Editing still pictures and music; To edit the album; Start Slide Show; ] to select “Delete”; ] to select the item
42 RQT9088 Editing still pictures and music Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EX88 model only. [HDD] [RAM] [SD] ≥ You can edit pictures and albums. ≥ You cannot edit still pictures recorded on CD-R/CD-RW and USB memory. Preparation ≥ Press [DRIVE SELECT] to...
Page 43 - ] to select the track and press; ] to select the album or
43 RQT9088 [HDD] Preparation Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD drive. 1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. When “MUSIC” is not selected, press the “Yellow” button to select “MUSIC”. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Play CD on HDD” or “Play MP3 on HDD” and press [OK]. 3 Editing an album/group Press [ 3 , 4 ]...
Page 44 - Entering text; Show Enter Name screen.
44 RQT9088 Entering text Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EX88 model only. [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 ...
Page 45 - Copying titles or playlists; Copy
45 RQT9088 Copying titles or playlists Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EX88 model only. § 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 (The default setting is “On”....
Page 46 - When copying a title with main and secondary audio; Speed and recording mode when copying; ] to select “Copy” and; To return to the previous screen; ] to select the title and press; Before copying; Rec for High Speed Copy (
46 RQT9088 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 R...
Page 48 - To cancel all registered copying setting and lists; Setting the unit to copy according to the set time; COPY Navigator/Copying list icons and functions
48 RQT9088 Copying titles or playlists COPY Navigator/Copying list indicators ∫ To edit the copying list Select the item in step 6– 5 ( ➡ 47) 1 Press [OPTION]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the operation and press [OK]. Delete All: Delete all items registered on the copying list.Press [ 2 , 1 ] to sel...
Page 50 - Copying still pictures; Copying using the copying list
50 RQT9088 Copying still pictures Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EX88 model only. [HDD] [RAM] [USB] [SD] ≥ SDHC Memory Cards used for recording with this unit can only be used with other SDHC Memory Card-compatible equipment. SDHC Memory Cards cannot be ...
Page 51 - Register still pictures for copy.; To register individual still pictures; ] to select “Yes” and; To edit the copying list; Cop
51 RQT9088 6 Register still pictures for copy. ≥ If you are going to copy a registered list without making any changes to it ( ➡ step 7). You can register still pictures or still picture folders. ≥ Still pictures and folders cannot be registered on the same list. ∫ To register individual still pictu...
Page 52 - Copying music to HDD; ] to select “Copy Music”; To register individual MP3 files; About the Gracenote; Copying music from a USB memory
52 RQT9088 Copying music to HDD You can store the two formats of music data in this unit’s HDD. Music CD (CD-DA) When copying music CDs, this unit makes access to the internal Gracenote ® Database to obtain title information. The album name, track name and artist name are assigned automatically allo...
Page 53 - To register on a folder by folder basis; To update the Gracenote
53 RQT9088 ∫ To register on a folder by folder basis 1 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Create List” and press [ 1 ]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Track/Folder” and press [OK]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Folder” and press [OK]. 4 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “New item” and press [OK]. 5 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to ...
Page 54 - Common procedures; Play menu—Change the play sequence
54 RQT9088 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 55 - Other menu—Change the; DVB subtitle and; display; Position; Status messages; Us
55 RQT9088 Press [STATUS ]. The display changes each time you press the button. Sound menu—Change the DVB multi audio and sound effect DVB Multi Audio [Digital channel only] If more than one audio channel is output, you can set the desired channel before recording. ≥ DVB Multi Audio cannot be select...
Page 56 - HDD, disc and card management; Setting the protection
56 RQT9088 HDD, disc and card management Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EX88 model only. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] [SD] Preparation ≥ Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the drive. 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 2 ...
Page 58 - Creating Top Menu — Create Top Menu
58 RQT9088 HDD, disc and card management [-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 finalising or creating Top Menu ( [+RW] ). Preparation Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive. After performing steps 1–3 ( ➡ 5...
Page 59 - Changing the unit’s settings; Edit Favourites; To add channels to a group; Settings for Digital Services; DVB Manual Tuning; Add New DVB Services
59 RQT9088 Changing the unit’s settings You can change the unit’s settings using Setup menu. ≥ The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “To Others” and press [OK]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Setup” and pre...
Page 60 - Signal Condition; Settings for Analogue Services; Manual Tuning
60 RQT9088 Changing the unit’s settings Signal Condition You can check the quality and strength of digital broadcast signals. Realign the aerial if you are receiving a poor signal. When “Signal Condition” is displayed in grey and cannot be selected:1 Press [EXIT] to exit the screen.2 Press [ W X CH]...
Page 61 - Settings for Playback; Do not forget your password.; Cha
61 RQT9088 (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.) § [Other ¢¢¢¢ ] Enter a code ( ➡ 73) with the numbered buttons. When the selected language is not available on the disc, the default language is played. There are discs where you can only switch the language from the menu ...
Page 63 - (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.); Display; The length of time the control panel (; Grey Background; The service messages are not shown.; Pause Live TV Icon
63 RQT9088 (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.) Display On-Screen Messages Choose the approximate time until the digital channel information screen ( ➡ 15) disappears automatically. The length of time the control panel ( ➡ 37) is displayed can also be changed, but “Off”...
Page 64 - To change the setting all at once (PAL
64 RQT9088 Changing the unit’s settings (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.)Depending on the connected equipment, some items may be shaded in grey on the display and cannot be selected, or you may not be able to change the settings. Connection TV Aspect Set to match the...
Page 65 - Others; To change the code on the remote control; Sec. Quick Start for Recording & EPG Display
65 RQT9088 (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.) Others Remote Control Change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote control (the two must match) if you place other Panasonic products close together. [DVD 1] [DVD 2] [DVD 3] Use “DVD 1”, the factory set c...
Page 67 - Other Settings; with the numbered buttons.; Child Lock
67 RQT9088 Other Settings 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 Point the remote control at the televisionWhile pressing [ TV], enter the code with...
Page 68 - Additional connections; Television’s rear panel; CRT
68 RQT9088 Additional connections § Leave “Yellow” unconnected. 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 ( ➡ 84) and provide a purer ...
Page 69 - Connecting a stereo amplifier; Connecting with an HDMI compatible television and receiver; dit
69 RQT9088 ≥ To enjoy multi-channel surround sound DVD-Video, connect an amplifier with Dolby Digital, DTS and MPEG decoders. [Required]setting] “Digital Audio Output” in the Setup menu ( ➡ 62) ≥ When this unit is connected to an amplifier with an optical digital audio cable and connected to a telev...
Page 70 - Connecting a television and VCR; Connecting an Analogue television and VCR; VCR
70 RQT9088 Additional connections Connecting a television and VCR Connecting to a television with 21-pin Scart terminal You can also connect with the AV1 terminal on this unit using the 21-pin Scart cable.If your television is equipped with RGB input capability, by connecting with a fully wired 21-p...
Page 71 - Connecting a Digital television and VCR; Red White Yellow
71 RQT9088 Connecting a Digital television and VCR RF RFI N I N RF RFOUT OUT A V 2 (EXT ) A V 1 (T V ) OPTICAL DIGI DIGITAL AL AUDIO OU UDIO OUT (PCM/BITSTREAM) (PCM/BITSTREAM) COMPO N E N T COMPO N E N T V IDEO OUT V IDEO OUT S V IDEO V IDEO R-AUDIO-L P R P B Y AC I N OUTO U T A V 4 I V 4 I N A V O...
Page 72 - Frequently asked questions; You cannot record MP3 signals.
72 RQT9088 Frequently asked questions Refer to the following items if you have any doubts about unit operations. Disc Recording Set up Page 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 73 - Music; Language code list; qu; que
73 RQT9088 Music Language code list Enter the code with the numbered buttons. TV Guide Page Is it possible to programme a recording, with a start and end time that are different from the TV Guide system? ≥ You can manually change the start and end time of programmes in the Timer Recording menu. 24 C...
Page 74 - Messages; On the television; Page
74 RQT9088 Messages On the television Page Authorisation 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) 30 Cannot finish recording completely. ≥ The programme was copy-protected. ≥ The HDD o...
Page 75 - On the unit’s display; ess
75 RQT9088 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. § The message are alternately displayed. Page DVD (“ ∑ ” stands for a number.) ≥ The remote control and main unit are using different c...
Page 76 - Troubleshooting guide
76 RQT9088 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 77 - roub
77 RQT9088 Sound TV screen and video (continued) Page The recorded title is stretched vertically. ≥ 16:9 aspect programmes are recorded in 4:3 aspect in the following cases. – [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] If you recorded or copied using “EP” or “FR (recordings 5 hours or longer)” recording mode. – If you r...
Page 78 - Operation
78 RQT9088 Troubleshooting guide Operation Page Cannot operate the television.The remote control doesn’t work. ≥ Change the manufacturer code. Some televisions cannot be operated even if you change the code. ≥ The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Change the code on the remote ...
Page 82 - VIERA Link; Make sure that “VIERA Link” is set to “On”.; To reset this unit
82 RQT9088 Troubleshooting guide VIERA Link Page VIERA Link doesn’t work. ≥ Check the HDMI cable connection. Check that “HDMI” is displayed on the front display when the power for the main unit is set to On. ≥ Make sure that “VIERA Link” is set to “On”. ≥ Check the “HDAVI Control” settings on the co...
Page 83 - Specifications
83 RQT9088 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: 2X SPEED (Ver. 2.0), 2-3X SPEED (Ver. 2.1), 2-5X SPEED (Ver. 2.2) DVD-R: 1...
Page 84 - Glossary; This is a place on the hard disk, disc or SD card (
84 RQT9088 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. CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) CPRM is technology used to protect broadcasts that are allowed to be recorded only once. Such broadcas...
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85 RQT9088 Protection You can prevent accidental deletion by setting writing protection or deletion protection. RGB This refers to the three primary colours of light, red (R), green (G), and blue (B) and also the method of producing video that uses them. By dividing the video signal into the three c...
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86 RQT9088 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...
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Index Adjust the audio quality (Sound menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Adjust the picture quality (Picture menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Album (CD) Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Al...
