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General| Type | DVD Recorder with Hard Drive |
|---|---|
| Hard Drive Capacity | 80 GB |
| Video Recording Modes | XP, SP, LP, EP |
| Audio Recording | Dolby Digital |
| Recording Format | DVD-RAM, DVD-R |
| Playback Format | DVD-Video, DVD-RAM, DVD-R |
| Input/Output | S-Video |
| Tuner Type | NTSC |
| Connectors | HDMI, Component Video, Composite Video, S-Video |
| Video Format | MPEG-2 |
Covers CAUTION, WARNING, and numbered safety points regarding product usage and environment.
Details laser radiation hazards, electric shock warnings, and FCC compliance information for US users.
Details the remote control, batteries, and other accessories included with the unit.
Explains how to use the remote control and its effective signal range for operation.
Explanation of remote control buttons and their corresponding functions.
Description of the main unit's buttons and status indicators.
Illustrates how to connect various external equipment to the DVD recorder.
Advice on unplugging the unit when not in use to save power.
Detailed steps for connecting TV, VCR, and cable or satellite receiver.
Explains specific output terminals and provides a warning against connecting via VCR.
Detailed instructions for setting up the IR Blaster for remote control of cable boxes.
How to connect a stereo amplifier for surround sound audio playback.
Methods for connecting antennas if the standard connectors do not match.
Step-by-step guide for the initial setup of the TV Guide On Screen EPG system.
Explanation of the EPG service features and benefits for viewing TV programs.
How the EPG system downloads program lists for the user's area.
Configuration options for users who utilize a cable TV box.
Instructions on how to set the unit's clock manually.
Guidance on bypassing the TV Guide On Screen setup process if not needed.
Configuring the remote to control TV functions like power, input, channel, and volume.
Adjusting TV screen settings for aspect ratio (4:3 or 16:9) and output.
How to change remote codes if multiple Panasonic devices interfere with operation.
Details on usable HDD and discs for recording and playback.
Comparison of DVD-RAM and DVD-R features to help users choose the right media.
List of discs that cannot be played on this unit due to format or region.
Instructions on how to handle discs properly and necessary precautions.
Care, operational guidelines, and environmental precautions for the HDD.
Precautions during HDD operation, maintenance, and understanding HDD sleep mode.
Warranty disclaimer concerning potential loss or damage to recorded data.
Steps before recording and choosing the HDD or DVD for recording.
How to control the recording process using the remote control.
How to specify a recording duration using the One-Touch Recording feature.
Details on recording modes (XP, SP, LP, EP) and their estimated durations.
Features like chasing playback and simultaneous playback available during recording.
Options for choosing audio tracks (Stereo, SAP, Mono) during recording.
Automatic quality adjustment to fit disc space for optimal recording.
Instructions for recording content from a video cassette recorder.
Scheduling recordings via the TV Guide On Screen EPG service.
How to stop a timer recording that has already begun.
Step-by-step guide for setting timer recordings without using the EPG.
How to stop a recording that is currently in progress.
How to schedule recordings using the VCR Plus+ system.
Important considerations for timer recordings and the relief recording function.
How to check, change, or delete programmed recordings.
Finding and scheduling programs from the EPG interface.
Adjusting how channels appear in the EPG for easier navigation.
Setting the EPG to start automatically or on demand.
Accessing system messages and promotional content within the EPG.
Choosing the HDD or DVD for playback and initiating playback.
Using Direct Navigator to find and select recorded titles for playback.
Explanation of icons displayed in the Direct Navigator interface.
Essential controls for managing playback: Stop, Pause, Search, Skip.
Features like Resume playback, Quick View, and Slow-motion playback.
Frame-by-Frame and Picture-in-Picture display options during playback.
Time Slip and CM Skip functions for navigating through recorded content.
How to erase titles or chapters and divide titles into chapters during playback.
Adjusting audio tracks or languages during playback.
How to find and play MP3 tracks using the tree structure.
Recommendations for creating and naming MP3 discs for compatibility.
How to access menus and adjust disc-specific playback settings.
Information displayed on the unit's status indicators during operation.
Setting repeat modes and adjusting sound effects like V.S.S.
Accessing picture settings like Normal, Soft, Fine, Cinema, and Contrast.
Core functions for managing titles and chapters, including playing and editing.
Explanation of recording organization and introduction to creating play lists.
How to delete titles and set up protection against accidental erasure.
Modifying title names and their preview images.
Process of splitting a title into multiple parts.
Methods for managing chapters, including erasing, dividing, and combining them.
Detailed steps for creating play lists by arranging chapters.
How to edit and play back created play lists.
Managing play lists and chapters within them, including erase, copy, add, move.
How to access the interface for entering text like titles or disc names.
Step-by-step guide for entering text using the remote and confirming the input.
Introduction to dubbing, its different approaches, and transfer directions.
Comparison of dubbing speeds, features, and estimated times.
Limitations when dubbing protected broadcasts or specific content.
Step-by-step guide for using the transferring (dubbing) list to manage dubbing jobs.
Procedure for performing a quick, one-touch dubbing operation.
Methods for editing, adding, or removing items from the dubbing list.
How to dub from a finalized DVD-R and use HDD while dubbing.
How to access main functions quickly via the FUNCTIONS window.
Options for configuring disc properties like name, protection, and formatting.
How to name a disc and set protection against accidental erasure.
Configuring the disc's initial playback and the finalization process.
Steps for formatting discs and the internal HDD.
General steps to access and modify system settings.
Settings related to channels, general setup, and disc options.
Adjustments for recording time, DVD-Audio mode, high-speed recording, and video processing.
Settings for noise reduction and picture quality enhancements.
Options for audio search and dynamic range compression.
Selecting MTS, Digital Audio Output, and XP Recording audio.
Status messages, on-screen language, background, and front display settings.
Adjusting TV type and aspect ratio for different TV screens.
Automatic setup for channels and clock when EPG is not used.
Manually adjusting the time zone if auto-clock setting is incorrect.
Using predefined labels and manually assigning custom labels to channels.
Details on recording formats, supported discs, and recording durations.
Technical specs for audio, video, terminals, power, and physical size.
Instructions for cleaning the device and general upkeep.
Definitions for audio, video, and disc related terms.
Definitions for recording, playback, and HDD related terms.
Definitions for other technical terms like Protection, Sampling Frequency, VBR.
Common questions regarding initial setup, disc compatibility, and recording functions.
Common questions about the EPG service, including setup and operation.
Explanations of error messages shown on the TV screen and the unit's display.
Information regarding service requirements and safety checks after repair.
Solutions for common power, display, video, and audio problems.
Solutions for unit operation, recording, and timer errors.
Solutions for EPG, playback, and editing problems.
Details of the limited warranty, terms, and service contacts for the USA.
Details of the limited warranty, its exclusions, and service contacts for Canada.
Spanish guides for connecting TV, VCR, and cable/satellite receivers.
Spanish instructions for IR Blaster setup.
Introduction to EPG setup and TV/language selection in Spanish.
General overview of recording and playback features in Spanish.
Overview of the EPG service features and benefits.
Step-by-step guide for the initial EPG system setup.
Setting country and ZIP code for location identification.
Checking cable service connection and cable box usage.
Selecting cable box channel and verifying IR Blaster connection.
Selecting box brand, testing IR codes, and confirming setup settings.
Explains how the EPG system captures channel and program data after setup.
General description of EPG modes and features for browsing program listings.
Basic instructions on how to use and navigate through the EPG menus.
Explanation of the Listings mode for viewing current and future program schedules.
How to schedule recordings directly from the Listings mode.
Instructions for scheduling recordings and marking shows as favorites.
How to cancel previously scheduled recordings or favorites.
How to sort and browse program listings by various categories.
How to view, manage, and modify scheduled recordings and favorites.
How to access system messages and important information.
How to view promotional content and EPG features.
How to customize the list of displayed channels and their order.
Common questions and answers regarding the initial setup process.
Questions about setup, channel lineup accuracy, and listing availability.
Questions regarding channel data availability and program information accuracy.
Questions about general operation and interaction with cable boxes.
Questions related to scheduling and performing recordings.
Further questions about recording and scheduling, including favorites and power failures.
