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Panasonic DMR-EA18K
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Basic Operations
P13
Operating Instructions
DVD Recorder
Model No. DMR-EA18
Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
Region number supported by this unit
Region numbers are allocated to DVD players and DVD-Video according to where they are sold.
The region number of this unit is “1”.
The unit will play DVDs marked with labels containing “1” or “ALL.
Example:
1 ALL
2
4
1
If you have any questions contact
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
The warranty can be found on page 71.
La referencia rápida en español se encuentra en la página 72-75.
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RQT9048-P

Table of Contents

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Panasonic DMR-EA18K Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeDVD Recorder
Recording FormatDVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-RW
Audio FormatDolby Digital, Linear PCM
Progressive ScanYes
Video Recording ModesXP, SP, LP, EP
Hard Drive160 GB
Playback FormatDVD-Video, DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-RW
Storage Capacity160 GB
ConnectivityComposite, S-Video, Component, USB
Video D/A Converter10 bit
Audio D/A Converter24 bit
Connections (Rear)Composite, S-Video, Component
Connections (Front)Composite, S-Video
InputsComposite, S-Video
OutputsComposite, S-Video, Component, HDMI, Coaxial Audio

Summary

Precautions

Laser and Electrical Safety Warnings

Covers warnings related to laser exposure, electrical shock, and product damage.

Installation and Ventilation Cautions

Advises on proper ventilation and placement to prevent overheating.

FCC Compliance Information

Details FCC rules for digital devices and potential interference.

Declaration of Conformity

States compliance with regulations and provides contact information.

Important Safety Instructions and Unit Care

Unit Care Guidelines

Precautions for maintaining the unit's condition and preventing malfunctions due to environmental factors.

Condensation Cautions

Explains why condensation forms and the necessary waiting period before operation.

Standby Power Consumption

Information on power usage when the unit is in standby mode.

Accessories and Remote Control

Supplied Accessories

Lists and identifies all accessories included with the product.

Remote Control Information

Details on remote control operation and battery usage.

Control Reference Guide

Main Unit Controls

Diagram and identification of the main unit's components and controls.

Remote Control Buttons

Diagram and identification of the remote control's buttons.

Media Handling and Connections

Rear Panel Connections

Identification and description of the rear panel connection terminals.

Unit Display Indicators

Explanation of indicators and symbols on the unit's display.

Inserting Discs, SD Cards, and USB Memory

Instructions for inserting media into the unit.

Basic Connection Setup

Connecting to TV and Set Top Box

Step-by-step guide for connecting the unit to a TV and set top box.

HDMI Connection and VIERA Link

Connecting to TV with HDMI Cable

Guide for connecting the unit via HDMI for high-quality signal.

HDAVI Control Function

Explanation of the VIERA Link function for integrated control.

Set Top Box Control and Clock Setup

Initial Setup Steps

Guide to initial settings for language, aspect ratio, and quick start.

Set Top Box Control Settings

Configuring the unit to control a set-top box.

Set Top Box IR Settings

Brand Name and Channel Digits

Setting the set-top box brand and maximum channel digits.

OK Key Operation and Test

Configuring OK key operation and testing set-top box control.

Clock and TV Information Settings

Set Clock Manually

Manually setting the unit's internal clock.

Acquiring TV Information

How the unit acquires setting information from a VIERA TV.

Set DST Period Manually

Adjusting Daylight Saving Time periods manually.

Playback Operations

Playing Discs

Instructions for playing discs, including stopping and pausing.

Stopping and Pausing Play

How to stop and pause playback, and resume it.

Recording Set Top Box Programs

Preparation and Disc Insertion

Steps before recording from a set-top box, including disc insertion.

Selecting Channel and Recording Mode

How to select the channel and recording mode.

Scheduled Recording

Programming a Scheduled Recording

Steps to program a new scheduled recording.

Recording Tips and Notes

Important tips and notes for preventing recording errors.

Deleting Recordings

Using the Delete Navigator

Steps to access and use the Delete Navigator.

Deleting Recordings During Playback

How to delete recordings while playback is active.

Important Notes for Recording

Recording Broadcast Types

Notes on recording multilingual, widescreen, and copy-once broadcasts.

Disc Compatibility and Finalization

Information on playing discs on other players and disc compatibility.

Recording to Dual Layer Discs

Notes on recording to DVD-R DL and +R DL discs.

Advanced Recording Features

Recording Modes and Disc Times

Table detailing recording modes and their estimated disc recording times.

Flexible Recording Mode

Explanation of Flexible Recording mode and its benefits.

Disc Formatting and Finalization

Screens related to disc format confirmation and removing recorded discs.

Recording Time and Playback Features

Specifying Recording Time

How to specify recording time repeatedly.

Flexible Recording Setup

How to set Flexible Recording mode before recording.

Playing While Recording

Instructions for Chasing Playback and Simultaneous Record/Playback.

Advanced Scheduled Recording

Cancelling Scheduled Recordings

Steps to cancel a scheduled recording that is in progress.

Managing Scheduled Programs

How to check, change, or delete scheduled recordings.

Releasing Recording Standby

Steps to release the unit from recording standby.

Recording from External Devices

Recording from VCR or Set Top Box

Instructions for recording from VCRs or set-top boxes via AV/S-Video.

Recording from DV Camcorder

Instructions for recording from a DV camcorder.

Advanced Playback Features

Zooming and Navigating Menus

How to zoom in on video and navigate TV menu screens.

Search, Skip, and Direct Play

Methods for searching, skipping, and accessing recordings directly.

Playback Speed and Time Control

Quick View and Slow Motion

Adjusting playback speed for quick viewing or slow motion.

Frame-by-Frame and Time Slip

Viewing video frame-by-frame and skipping time.

CM Skip and Chapter Creation

Skipping commercials and creating chapters.

Changing Audio During Playback

Selecting different audio tracks or languages during playback.

Playing MP3 and JPEG Files

Playing MP3 Files

Instructions for playing MP3 files from USB or disc.

Finding MP3 s with Tree Screen

Navigating a tree structure to find specific MP3 tracks.

Playing Still Pictures (JPEG)

Accessing and Viewing Pictures

Steps to access and view JPEG pictures from various media.

Slideshow Playback

Instructions for viewing still pictures as a slideshow.

Slideshow and Picture Features

Slideshow with Soundtrack

Playing MP3 music during a slideshow.

Zooming and Picture Properties

How to zoom in on pictures and view their properties.

Playlists and Status Messages

Playing Playlists

How to play playlists created on other equipment.

Playlist Properties and Chapters

Viewing playlist information and chapters.

Status Messages

Explanation of messages and displays indicating unit status.

Text Entry and Function Window

Entering Text for Names

How to enter text using the on-screen keypad.

FUNCTIONS Window Overview

Accessing main functions quickly via the FUNCTIONS window.

VIERA Link and Easy Control

Linked Operations with TV (VIERA Link)

Explanation of VIERA Link function for integrated control.

Preparation for VIERA Link

Steps required to set up and enable VIERA Link.

Easy Control with VIERA Remote

Operating via TV Remote Control

Using the TV remote to control the unit via FUNCTIONS or SUB MENU.

Using the Control Panel

Operating search, stop, etc. via the Control Panel.

Recordings Editing Operations

Accessing Recording View and Editing Menu

Steps to access the recording view and display the editing menu.

Editing Recording Operations

Operations for deleting recordings, viewing properties, and naming.

Recording Protection and Division

Setup Protection and Cancel Protection

Using protection to prevent accidental erasure of recordings.

Changing Thumbnail

Changing the thumbnail picture shown in the Recordings screen.

Divide Recording

Instructions on how to divide a recording into parts.

Still Pictures Editing

Accessing AlbumPicture View

Steps to access and view albums and pictures.

Album and Picture Operations

Operations for adding, creating, and managing albums/pictures.

Managing Still Pictures

Deleting Still Pictures

Steps to delete albums or still pictures using Delete Navigator.

Protection and Album Naming

Setting protection and naming albums.

Copying Still Pictures

Copying via Album View Screen

Steps to copy pictures using the Album View screen.

Importing from SD Card or USB Memory

How to import still pictures from SD cards or USB memory.

Chapter Creation and Editing

Accessing Chapter View

Steps to access and view the chapter editing screen.

Chapter Operations: Create, Delete, Combine

Operations for creating, deleting, and combining chapters.

Setting On-Screen Menus

Accessing On-Screen Menus

Displaying and changing disc settings via on-screen menus.

Subtitle and Angle Settings

Turning subtitles on/off and selecting angles.

Audio, Soundtrack, and Language Settings

Selecting audio tracks, languages, and menu language.

Repeat Playback Menu

Selecting playback repeat modes.

DVD and Card Management

Accessing Management Menus

Steps to access disc and card management menus.

Video Menu Options

Settings for picture, DNR, progressive output, and line-in noise reduction.

Audio Menu Options

Settings for surround sound and dialog enhancement.

Other Menu Options

Setting the position of the menu screen.

Disc Management Operations

Naming Discs

How to give a name to discs.

Setting Disc Protection

Using protection to prevent accidental erasure of recordings.

Formatting Discs or Cards

Important: Once formatted, contents cannot be recovered.

Deleting All Recordings

Important: Once deleted, contents cannot be recovered.

Top Menu and Finalization Settings

Selecting Top Menu Display

Choosing whether the top menu shows after finalizing discs.

Finalizing Discs

Making discs playable on compatible DVD players.

Creating DVD Top Menu

Creating a top menu for +RW discs.

Setup Menu Options

Accessing the Setup Menu

Steps to access the Setup Menu for configuration.

Set Top Box IR Settings

Allowing the unit to recognize the connected set top box.

Set Top Box Type and Brand

Selecting the set-top box type and brand.

Channel Digits, OK Key Operation, and Test

Configuring channel digits, OK key operation, and testing.

Timer, Remote, and Clock Settings

Off Timer Setup

Setting how long the unit remains on when not in use.

Remote Control Synchronization

Synchronizing remote control codes with the main unit.

Clock Settings and DST

Manually setting the clock and Daylight Saving Time dates.

Quick Start and Default Settings

Enabling quick start and restoring default settings.

Playback and Recording Settings

Playback Settings: Subtitle and Menu Language

Setting subtitle and menu languages for playback.

Playback Settings: Ratings and Audio Language

Setting parental ratings and audio language.

Recording Settings: EP Mode Time

Selecting maximum hours for recording in EP mode.

Video and Audio Signal Settings

Input and Output Level Adjustments

Adjusting black levels for input and output signals.

Black Level Control

Adjusting black level for desired picture enhancement.

Still Mode and Dynamic Range Compression

Selecting picture type for paused video and adjusting dynamic range.

Digital Audio Output Settings

Configuring digital audio output settings.

Audio Output and Display Settings

PCM Down Conversion

Selecting how to output audio with specific sampling frequencies.

Dolby Digital and DTS Output

Choosing Dolby Digital or DTS output mode (Bitstream/PCM).

DV Input Audio Channel

Selecting audio kind for recording from DV IN terminal.

Status Messages and On-screen Language

Configuring status message display and on-screen language.

Display and Aspect Ratio Settings

Front Display Brightness

Adjusting the brightness of the unit's display.

Closed Caption Settings

Choosing whether to show closed captions.

TV Aspect Ratio Selection

Selecting the type of television connected (4:3 or 16:9).

4:3 TV Settings for DVD-Video

Displaying 16:9 images on a 4:3 TV using Pan & Scan or Letterbox.

Advanced TV and HDMI Settings

4:3 TV Settings for DVD-RAM

Displaying 16:9 images on a 4:3 TV using Pan & Scan or Letterbox.

Component Output Signal

Selecting signal output compatible with component video cables.

HDMI Functions: Priority and Resolution

Setting HDMI priority and selecting video output resolution.

HDMI and VIERA Link Specific Settings

24 p Output for DVD-Video

Enabling 24p output for compatible TVs via HDMI.

HDMI Output Display Aspect

Adjusting aspect ratio for 4:3 video on 16:9 displays.

HDMI RGB Output Range

Setting RGB output range for compatible devices.

HDMI Audio Output and VIERA Link

Configuring HDMI audio output and VIERA Link function.

Other Settings and Remote Control Codes

Remote Control for TV and Set Top Box

Using the unit's remote to control TVs and set-top boxes.

Remote Control Codes Reference

Lists of codes for controlling various TVs and set-top boxes.

Connection Options for Playback Quality

Audio Cable for Better Sound

Connection for better sound via amplifier or system component.

S Video Cable for Better Video

Using S-Video OUT for a more vivid picture.

Component Cables for Better Video

Using Component VIDEO OUT for interlace or progressive output.

Optical Digital Audio Cable for Better Sound

Enjoying multi-channel surround sound on DVD-Video.

Media Information and Care

HDMI Cable Connection

Guide for connecting the unit via HDMI for high-quality signal.

Media Care Instructions

Instructions for handling and cleaning discs and cards.

Usable Discs and SD Cards

Usable Discs for Recording and Playback

Table detailing disc types and their compatibility.

Play-only Discs

List of discs that can only be played, not recorded.

SD Cards Usable with Unit

Information on SD Memory Cards and SDHC Cards.

USB Memory and File Information

Compatible USB Memories

Requirements for USB mass storage class and digital cameras.

MP3 File Information

Details on playable MP3 files and their properties.

Still Picture (JPEG) Information

Details on playable JPEG files and their properties.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Setup Related FAQs

Answers to common setup questions.

Disc Related FAQs

Answers to common questions about disc compatibility.

USB Related FAQs

Answers to questions about USB port usage.

Recording and Language Information

Recording Capabilities

Information on recording from commercial sources and digital audio.

Language Code List

List of language codes for various settings.

Error Messages

Errors Displayed on Unit

Explanation of error codes displayed on the unit's screen.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

On-TV Error Indicators

Troubleshooting issues related to TV display and operation.

Product Service Information

Guidelines for service, replacement parts, and safety checks.

Troubleshooting Guide

Resetting the Unit

Steps to reset ratings or restore the unit if it freezes.

General Issues: Power and VIERA Link

Troubleshooting power issues and VIERA Link connectivity.

General Operation Troubleshooting

Remote Control and DVD Operation Issues

Troubleshooting remote control and DVD operation problems.

Disc Ejection and Startup Issues

Resolving issues with disc ejection, startup, and 24p output.

General Troubleshooting: USB and Displays

USB Memory Read Errors

Troubleshooting issues related to reading USB memory.

Display and Time Discrepancy Issues

Troubleshooting dim displays and time discrepancies.

Playback Issue Troubleshooting

Picture Playback Issues

Troubleshooting picture-related playback problems.

Sound and Operation Playback Issues

Sound Playback Issues

Troubleshooting sound issues like no sound or distorted audio.

Operation Playback Issues

Troubleshooting playback start, pause, and smoothness issues.

Recording and Editing Troubleshooting

RecordingScheduled RecordingExternal Input Issues

Troubleshooting recording, scheduling, and external input problems.

Recording Interruption and Loss Issues

Issues with recording stopping, scheduled recording, and data loss.

Editing and Media Troubleshooting

DVD & SD Editing Issues

Troubleshooting issues related to DVD and SD card editing.

Still Pictures Editing Issues

Troubleshooting issues related to still picture editing.

Glossary of Terms

Technical Term Definitions

Definitions of technical terms used in the manual.

Product Specifications

Power, Recording, and Playable Discs

Specifications for power, recording, and compatible discs.

Connection Terminals and System Settings

Details on video/audio inputs/outputs, HDMI, USB, and SD card slots.

Media Formats and Physical Specifications

Information on supported file formats, dimensions, and weight.

Limited Warranty Information

Warranty Coverage Details

Details of warranty period for parts and labor.

Warranty Limits and Exclusions

Exclusions from warranty coverage and limitations.

Customer Services and Contact Information

Directory for product support, parts, and service.

Referencia Rpida en Espaol

Conexin Bsica

Basic connection overview for TV and set-top box.

Conexin TV y ConvertidorDescodificador

Step-by-step connection guide for TV and converter/decoder.

Mejor Calidad de Imagen

Tips for improving image quality using S-Video and Component Video.

Ajuste del Control del Convertidor y Reloj

Initial Unit Setup and Language

Setting language, aspect ratio, and quick start.

Set Top Box IR Settings

Setting up remote control for set-top box.

Channel Test and Selection

Testing and selecting channels for set-top box control.

Grabacin y Reproduccin (Espaol)

Ajuste Manual del Reloj

Manually setting the unit's internal clock.

Grabacin de Programas de Set Top Box

Steps for recording programs from a set-top box.

Reproduccin de Discos

Instructions for playing discs.

Grabacin Programada y Borrado

Programacin de Grabaciones

Steps for programming and managing scheduled recordings.

Borrado de Grabaciones (Navegador)

How to delete recordings using the delete navigator.

Borrar Grabaciones Durante Reproduccin

How to delete recordings while playback is active.

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