Panasonic DMREZ48VEB Operations Instructions Page 1

Dear customer Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.Before connecting, o

10RQT9126OPTICALDIGITAL AUDIO OUT(PCM/BITSTREAM)AAV OUV OUTTCOMPONENTVIDEO OUTOUTOUTVIDEOAUDI OLRPRPBYS VIDEOAV 2 (EXT) AV 1(TV)AVHDMI INAV You can

11RQT9126Power SaveOn: Minimise standby power consumption, withoutQuick Start function and AV2 loop-through in standby.Off: With Quick Start functio

12RQT9126 TipsTo return to the previous screenPress [RETURN].To exit the screenPress [EXIT]. NotesIf a TV station transmits a time setting signal, and

13RQT9126Disc type RewritablePlay on other players1Recording 16:9 aspect picture2Copy-once recording (CPRM) (¼ 23)Standard symbolDVD-RAM CPRM (¼

14RQT9126Disc type Standard symbol UsesDVD-Video[DVD-V] High quality movie and music discsDVD-RW(DVD Video Recording format)[-RW‹VR›]DVD-RW video rec

15RQT9126MP3 File InformationStill Picture (JPEG2) InformationPlayable discs[-R] [-R]DL] [CD]File format MP3Files must have the extension “.mp3” or “

16RQT9126Refer to “TV Guide” (¼ 34) for detail information.Preparation: Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the con

17RQT9126 Notes [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›]Playback starts from the most recent recording. [DVD-V] [VCD] Playback start

18RQT9126 CH to select desired channel. RECREC– To select with the numbered buttons (¼ 16).– When no channel setting is performed on the unit and bro

19RQT9126 Confi rm the programme (start and end time) by TV magazine, etc. and correct if necessary using , , , , then OK– The settings are stored

2RQT9126Enjoy Digital Broadcast! Watching Television (¼ 16) TV Guide (¼ 16, 19, 34) Register and instantly call up favourite programmes with Edit

20RQT9126Programmes are automatically copied onto the disc from the location of playback at the time when the copying of the tape starts.[VHS] ¼ [RAM]

21RQT9126Basic OperationsCopying Titles (DVD ¼ VHS)Preparation: Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections

22RQT9126Deleting Titles Tips [RAM] Deleting an item increases the available disc space by the amount of space taken by the item deleted. [-R] [-R]D

23RQT9126Basic OperationsImportant Notes for RecordingBroadcast in multi-channel sound:You can select audio language when received audio in multi-chan

24RQT9126DVD Recording Modes and DurationsEP (6Hours)2EP (8Hours)LPSPXPRecording timePicture quality1 It is not possible to record or play continuou

25RQT9126Formatting is the process of making media such as DVD-RAM recordable on recording equipment. to select “Yes”, then OK[-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [

26RQT9126Advanced Recording[RAM]Allows playback of a previous title, while recording something else.Playing while you are recordingChasing PlaybackDur

27RQT9126[RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [VHS]Manual RecordingPreparation: ]RAM\ If the disc is protected, release protection(¼ 60).

28RQT9126Preparation: Turn on the unit. [RAM] If the disc is protected, release protection (¼ 60). [VHS] Ensure accidental erasure tab is intact.

29RQT9126 Notes Only one piece of DV equipment (e.g., digital video camcorder) can be connected to the unit via the DV input terminal. When timer re

3RQT9126For your safety, please read the following text carefully.This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and c

30RQT9126Manual timer recordings PROG/CHECKTimer Recording 1:58 SP DVD --:---- VHS Remain TUE 21/ 2/08 12:56:00 RETURN OK Press OK to store new p

31RQT9126To cancel a timer recording in progress STOP– Confi rmation screen appears.  to select “Stop Recording”, then OK Notes Recording stops a

32RQT9126Check, Change, or Delete ProgrammesThe timer recording list can be viewed even when the unit is off. PROG/CHECK,then ,  to select the progr

33RQT9126Making timer recordings on the television To make a timer recording with your television, connect to a television with a Q Link function (¼ 4

34RQT9126To change channels Landscape viewPress [,] to select a channel.Portrait viewPress [,] to select a channel.The TV Guide list appears for t

35RQT9126Selecting the programme from the desired programme type or categoryThis function lets you display a TV Guide list sorted by programme type (e

36RQT9126You can easily select and play recorded programmes by using DIRECT NAVIGATOR.[RAM] [-R] [-R\DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›]Selectin

37RQT9126[RAM] [-R] [-R\DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW][DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD][RAM] [-R] [-R\DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW][DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD]Slo

38RQT9126Playing Still Pictures (JPEG) TipsTo stop viewing a picturePress [ STOP].To exit the menu screensPress [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].To view other page

39RQT9126Advanced FeaturesAdvanced Features NotesTo return to the picture to its original positionPress [, ] to select the opposite rotation in step

4RQT9126Table of ContentsGetting StartedFeatures ...2Accessories ...

40RQT9126 Tips “ ” indicates the track currently playing.To stop playingPress [ STOP].To exit the menu screensPress [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].To view oth

41RQT9126Advanced FeaturesAdvanced Features Notes Depending on your TV, the picture may not be in colour or may be distorted. Jet Search is automati

42RQT9126Advanced Video Cassette Playback Notes Up to 20 index signals can be searched in either direction. If you overshoot in either direction, pr

43RQT9126 NotesRemaining tape time display The displayed time is approximate. The displayed time will be incorrect if you set the wrong tape length

44RQT9126Digital Channel InformationWith the unit stoppedSTATUS to show the screen information. When the digital channel information is being displaye

45RQT9126During playback and/or recordingSTATUS Keep pressing to cycle through available displays.1 DVBBBC ONE Wales1 DVBBBC ONE WalesDVD-RAMRECDVD-R

46RQT9126What is Q Link? [Q\Link]Q Link is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this unit and a Panasonic TV. You can use this func

47RQT9126Easy control only with VIERA remote controlIf you connect this unit to the TV that has “HDAVI Control 2” or “HDAVI Control 3” function with a

48RQT9126You can give names to recorded titles, etc. When viewing the Enter Name screen. _Enter Name12345ABC aDEF dGH INOgJKL jMm67890bcef / %hi $&a

49RQT9126Properties[RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW]You can give a name for the title.Perform steps − of “Accessing the Title View” (¼

5RQT9126Setting On-Screen Display ...58Accessing the On-Screen Display ...

50RQT9126Divide Title[RAM] You can divide a title into two.Once divided, titles cannot be recombined.Perform steps − of “Accessing the Title View” (

51RQT9126Allows viewing and editing chapters individually. Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive. Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. Press [, , 

52RQT9126[RAM] [-RW‹VR›] (play only)You can create playlists by grouping your favourite scenes (chapters) from the recorded titles and edit the create

53RQT9126Edit[RAM]You can create and copy playlists, and change the thumbnail.Perform steps −4c of “Accessing the Playlist View”. (¼ 52) Press [, 

54RQT9126Copying Titles (Advanced)Preparation: Insert a disc and video cassette that you can use for copying (¼ 73, 74). Confirm that there is enoug

55RQT9126Copying Titles or Playlists (DVD ¼ VHS)[RAM] [-RW‹VR›] [+RW]]  [VHS]  Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [,] to select “Copy”, then press [OK

56RQT9126Copying Titles (Advanced)(Continued) TipsTo view other pagesPress [,,,] to select “Previous” or “Next”, then press [OK].– You can als

57RQT9126Copying a fi nalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL,DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R and+R DL[DVD-V]  [VHS]You can copy the content of fi nalised DVD-R, DVD-R D

58RQT9126 TipsTo exit the on-screen displayPress [DISPLAY].Accessing the On-Screen Display[RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-V] [-RW‹

59RQT9126[RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›]You can change the progressive output setting and the noise reduction setting

6RQT9126TIME SLIPDISPLAYAASTATUAASTEXTDIRECT TV RECEXT LINKREC MODERECCREATAAECHAPTERFUNCTIONMENUDIRECTNAVAIGATAAORGUIDERETURNPLAYPAPPUSESTOPSLOW/SEAR

60RQT9126Accessing the Management Menus TipsTo return to the previous screenPress [RETURN].To exit the screenPress [EXIT].[RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›]

61RQT9126FinalisingSelecting Whether to Show the Top Menu First —Auto-Play Select[-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW]Before fi nalising a disc, sel

62RQT9126Accessing the Setup MenuWith the unit stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [, ] to select “To Others” then press [OK].Disc Protection Of

63RQT9126 TipsTo browse through the listPress [, CH].Auto-Setup RestartYou can restart auto channel setting for terrestrial digital channels if set

64RQT9126 Notes[DVD-V] Choose the language for audio, subtitles and disc menus. If a language which is not recorded is selected, or if languages are a

65RQT9126Digital Audio OutputChange the settings when you have connected equipment through the unit’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal (¼ 72).Press [OK] to

66RQT9126Display and Connection SettingsDVB Preferred SubtitlesChoose the subtitle language for digital broadcast.If the selected subtitle is not avai

67RQT9126TV SystemChange this setting if you connect an NTSC television or to record NTSC video from another source.1. Press [, ] to select the TV S

68RQT9126 VHS and System SettingsFUNCTION MENU   (¼ 62, Accessing the Setup Menu)All factory default settings are indicated with “Underlined”

69RQT9126Child LockThe Child Lock deactivates all buttons on the unit and remotecontrol. Use it to prevent other people from operating the unit.Press

7RQT9126D COPY (for VHS)(for VHS)(for DVD)(for DVD)The Unit’s Display Rear PanelAC IN RFRFININRFRFOUTOUTOPTICALDIGITAL AUDIO OUT(PCM/BITST

70RQT9126After completing the above connections, proceed to the TV Tuning (¼ 11).Adding a VCR: Connecting to a Television and a Video Cassette Recorde

71RQT9126AC IN OPTICALDIGITAL AUDIO OUT(PCM/BITSTREAM)AV OUAVVOUTOUTOUTVIDEOAUDIOLRS VIDEOAV 2 AA(EXT)TTAVAA 1V(TV)COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOUTAUDIOLRPRPBYA

72RQT9126This method allows you to enjoy multi-channel surround sound on DVD-Video.Using an Audio Cable for Better Sound Adjust settings in “Digital

73RQT9126Disc HandlingInserting Discs Notes When using 8 cm DVD-RAM or 8 cm DVD-R, remove the disc from the cartridge. It is not possible to record

74RQT9126Video Cassette HandlingVideo cassettesTa bBreak off the video cassette’s tab to prevent accidental erasure. Cover the hole with a double lay

75RQT9126Unit CareReferenceThe precision parts in this unit are readily affected by the environment, especially temperature, humidity, and dust.Cigare

76RQT9126DiscsPageCan I play DVD-Video, and Video CDs bought in another country? You cannot play DVD-Video if their region number does not include “2

77RQT9126RecordingPageCan I record from a commercially purchased video cassette or DVD? Most commercially sold video cassettes and DVDs are copy prot

78RQT9126On the Unit’s DisplayPageH , F (“ ” stands for a service number.) An error has occurred. The number following “H” or “F” depends on the stat

79RQT9126On the TVPageCannot fi nish recording completely. The programme was copy-protected.− The disc may be full.− The maximum number of title has

8RQT9126 Before connection, turn off the mains for all connected equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.Be sure to read the Cautio

80RQT9126Use this function to synchronize the codes for the remote control and the main unit when there are other Panasonic products close to your uni

81RQT9126The display is dim.  Change “FL Display” in the Setup Menu.66“0:00” is fl ashing on the unit’s display.  Set the clock.12The displayed time

82RQT9126Cannot operate the TV with unit’s remote control. Change the manufacturer code on the remote control.69 It may be necessary to set the code

83RQT9126Digital broadcasts cannot be received. Check the connections. Digital broadcast may not have started in your region yet. The aerial may no

84RQT9126PageGeneral Issues DVB-T (Continued)Unusual station sorting. The station sorting of this unit is pre-defined. Use profiles to sort the stati

85RQT9126The images from this unit do not appear on the TV.Picture is distorted. Make sure the recorder is connected to an appropriate AV input of th

86RQT9126No sound.Low volume.Distorted sound.Cannot hear the desired audio type. Check the connections and the “Digital Audio Output” settings. Check

87RQT9126The image from this unit do not appear on the TV. TV is not compatible with RGB signal. Set “AV1 Output” in the connection menu to “Video (w

88RQT9126The playback screen fl ickers. The video head is dirty.75 The tape is old or damaged. Check the “SQPB” setting.−68Playback Issues VHS PlayC

89RQT9126Cannot record. Cannot copy. You haven’t inserted a disc or the disc you inserted cannot be recorded on. Insert a disc the unit can record on

9RQT9126 Before connection, turn off the mains for all connected equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.Be sure to read the Cautio

90RQT9126Timer recording does not stop even when [ STOP] is pressed. Make sure that the recording drive is selected. Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select

91RQT9126Cannot format.  The disc is dirty. Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.73 Disc may be defective or of poor quality.− You tried format

92RQT9126BitstreamThis is a signal compressed and converted into digital form. It is converted back to a multi-channel audio signal, e.g., 5.1-channel

93RQT9126Progressive/InterlaceThe PAL video signal standard has 625 (or 576) interlaced (i) scan lines, whereas progressive scanning, called 625p (or

94RQT9126Power supply: AC 220 V to 240 V, 50 HzPower consumption: Approx. 32 WStandby mode: (Power Save mode) Approx. 2.2 W(Quick Start mode)

95RQT9126ReferenceCAUTION!THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN

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