Panasonic DMRE500H User Manual

Operating InstructionsDVD Video RecorderModel No. DMR-E500HHDD DVD SD PCDear customerThank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance an

10RQT7394Getting startedSTEP 1Connection≥Setting up the Network (➡ page 16–19)≥Operations with the Network function (➡ page 56–57)∫ Connecting to the

11RQT7394Getting started∫ To prevent improper use≥The unit’s network password:–Please do not reveal your password to anyone or let it be seen by anyon

12RQT7394Getting startedSTEP 2Setting up the TV Guide On ScreenTM systemAfter plugging the unit into your household AC outlet and pressing [Í DVD POWE

13RQT7394Getting startedThe unit begins trying various IR codes to see which one communicates properly with your cable TV box. It’s quite common for t

14RQT7394Getting startedSTEP 3Set up to match your television and remote controlYou do not have to change the setting when connected to a 4:3 standard

15RQT7394Getting startedSTEP 4 Multi-channel speaker settingSet as follows when connecting with AUDIO OUT 5.1 ch terminals (➡ page 9).1 Press [SETUP].

16RQT7394Getting startedSTEP 5Setting up the NetworkPreparation≥Connect this unit to the Home Network. This can be directly to another network compati

17RQT7394Getting startedYou can playback video titles on other network compatible Panasonic DVD recorders on the Home Network.When more than one netwo

18RQT7394Getting startedSTEP 5Setting up the NetworkRefer to the control reference on page 16.When connecting a computer via a router with its DHCP en

19RQT7394Getting startedOn the DVD recorderAfter step 5 (➡ page 16)1 Press [3, 4] to select “Manual” and press [ENTER].2 Press [3, 4] to select “IP Ad

2RQT7394Getting startedRead these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicabl

20RQT7394Getting startedHDD, disc and card information§conventionally recorded programs≥We recommend using Panasonic discs and cards. DVD-R from other

21RQT7394Getting startedCards useable on this unitTypeData that can be recorded and played InstructionsSD Memory Card§1MultiMediaCardYou can insert di

22RQT7394RecordingRecording television programs[HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R]≥It is not possible to record to both HDD (Hard Disk Drive) and DVD drive simultaneo

23RQT7394Recording5 Press [¥ REC] to start recording.Recording will take place on open space on the HDD or on disc. Data will not be overwritten.≥You

24RQT7394RecordingRecording television programsRefer to the control reference on page 22.[HDD] [RAM]You can change the drive and play while recording

25RQT7394RecordingTimer recording[HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R]You can perform timer recording easily by just marking the desired program(s) in a television prog

26RQT7394RecordingTimer recordingRefer to the control reference on page 25.1 Press [PROG/CHECK].2 Press [CHAPTER] (Green).3 Enter the settings.≥To ent

27RQT7394Recording4 Press [ENTER].Repeat steps 1–4 to program other recordings.≥As long as the setting is not changed, the program is recorded to the

28RQT7394RecordingUtilizing the TV Guide On ScreenTM systemRefer to the control reference on page 25.1 Press [TVGUIDE].Programs are categorized by col

29RQT7394RecordingThe SETUP screen allows you to redo the channel settings, customize the channel line-up and set the TV Guide On ScreenTM system’s st

3RQT7394Getting startedTable of contentsIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

30RQT7394Playing backPlaying recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs≥It is possible to watch playback from one drive while recording on anothe

31RQT7394Playing backOperations during playStopPress [∫].The stopped position is memorized.“PLAY” flashes in the unit’s display. (Excluding when playi

32RQT7394Playing backPlaying recorded video contents/Playing play-only discsRefer to the control reference on page 30.Press [AUDIO].[HDD] [RAM] [VCD]L

33RQT7394Playing backUsing menus to play MP3[CD] (MP3 discs only)This unit plays MP3 files recorded on CD-R/RW designed for audio recording that are f

34RQT7394Playing backPlaying still picturesOnly insert or remove the SD/PC card after turning the unit off.When the card indicator (“SD” or “PC”) on t

35RQT7394Playing back[HDD] [RAM] [SD] [PC]1 Press [HDD], [DVD] or [SD/PC] to select the drive.≥Each time you press [SD/PC]:SD card drive ,". PC c

36RQT7394Playing backPlaying MPEG4 titles [HDD] [RAM] [SD] [PC] (Mobile hard disk only)PreparationInsert a disc or a card (➡ page 30, 34)1 Press [HDD]

37RQT7394Playing back∫ To view the playback status of a MPEG4 titlePress [STATUS].The display changes each time you press the button.Useful functions

38RQT7394Playing backUsing on-screen menus and Status messages1 Press [DISPLAY].≥Depending on the condition of the unit (playing, stopped, etc.) and d

39RQT7394Playing backThis function works only when the elapsed play time is displayed.§This can also be selected during MPEG4 title playback.§Only whe

4RQT7394Getting startedUseful featuresThis DVD Video recorder records high quality images to rapid random access capable HDD (Hard disk drive) or DVD-

40RQT7394EditingEditing titles/chapters[HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R]≥The maximum number of items on a disc[HDD]–Titles: 500–Chapters: Approximately 1000 per tit

41RQT7394Editing§ Multiple editing is possible.§ Multiple editing is possible.Title operationsErase§[HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R]Press [2, 1] to select “Erase”

42RQT7394EditingCreating, editing and playing play lists[HDD] [RAM]≥The maximum number of items on a disc–Play lists: 99–Chapters in play lists: Appro

43RQT7394Editing1 Press [FUNCTIONS].2 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “PLAY LIST” and press [ENTER].3Press [3,4,2,1] to select the play list.To start pla

44RQT7394EditingEditing still pictures[HDD] [RAM] [SD] [PC]Preparation≥Press [HDD], [DVD] or [SD/PC] to select the drive.≥Release protection (➡ page 5

45RQT7394EditingEditing MPEG4 titles[HDD] [RAM] [SD] [PC] (Mobile hard disk only)Preparation≥Press [HDD], [DVD] or [SD/PC] to select the drive.≥Releas

46RQT7394EditingEntering text[HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [SD] [PC]You can give names to recorded titles etc. or to units for distinguishing them on the networ

47RQT7394Transfer (Dubbing)Transferring (dubbing) titles or play lists[HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R]You can select from a variety of methods to transfer (dub) on

48RQT7394Transfer (Dubbing)Transferring (dubbing) titles or play lists[HDD] > [RAM][HDD] > [DVD-R]PreparationSelect the audio type for recording

49RQT7394Transfer (Dubbing)3 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the titles or play lists and press [ENTER].≥To select a multiple number of items together, p

5RQT7394Getting startedControl reference guideRear panel terminals (➡ page 7)Remote control Main unitPOWERVOLUMECHINPUT SELECTDVD POWER TVTV/VIDEO1HDD

50RQT7394Transfer (Dubbing)Transferring (dubbing) titles or play listsRefer to the control reference on page 48.[DVD-V] > [HDD]While playing a disc

51RQT7394Transfer (Dubbing)Recording from a video cassette recordere.g.: Connecting other video equipment to the L2 or DV input terminals≥Turn off th

52RQT7394Transfer (Dubbing)Recording from a video cassette recorderRefer to the control reference on page 51.[HDD] [RAM]When the “DV AUTO REC” functio

53RQT7394Transfer (Dubbing)∫ To register on a folder by folder basis1 Press [3, 4] to select “Picture/Folder” and press [ENTER].2 Press [3, 4] to sele

54RQT7394Transfer (Dubbing)Transferring (dubbing) MPEG4/MPEG2§ titles§MPEG2 data taken on a SD Video Camera∫ Transferring (dubbing) types and features

55RQT7394Transfer (Dubbing)[HDD] [RAM] [SD] [PC] (Mobile hard disk only)PreparationSelect the audio type to be used when transferring (dubbing) a vide

56RQT7394NetworkOperating the DVD recorder by computerRefer to the control reference on page 57.The functions below are available if you connect your

57RQT7394NetworkPlaying back video titles recorded on another DVD recorder’s HDDThese steps are for when there is more than one network compatible Pan

58RQT7394Convenient functionsHDD, disc and card setting∫ Setting the protection for the whole disc or card≥For a DVD-RAM with a cartridge or for a car

59RQT7394Convenient functions[HDD] [RAM] [SD]Preparation≥Press [HDD], [DVD] or [SD/PC] to select the drive.≥Release protection (➡ page 58).1 While sto

6RQT7394Getting startedSTEP 1Connection∫ Examples of equipment you can connect to this unit’s terminals∫ When the unit is not to be used for a long ti

60RQT7394Convenient functionsHDD, disc and card settingRefer to the control reference on page 58.[DVD-R]PreparationPress [DVD] to select the DVD drive

61RQT7394Convenient functionsChanging the unit’s settings1 While stoppedPress [SETUP].2 Press [3, 4] to select the tab and press [1].3 Press [3, 4] to

62RQT7394Convenient functionsChanging the unit’s settings Tabs Menus Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.)DiscContinuedRatingsSet a rati

63RQT7394Convenient functions Tabs Menus Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.)AudioSearch Audio & PLAY k1.3You may hear sound regard

64RQT7394Convenient functionsChanging the unit’s settings Tabs Menus Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.)TV ScreenTV Type (➡ page 14) ≥

65RQT7394Convenient functionsChannel/Clock settings when TV Guide On ScreenTM system is not usedRefer to the control reference on page 61.Preparation:

66RQT7394Convenient functionsChannel/Clock settings when TV Guide On ScreenTM system is not usedRefer to the control reference on page 61.You can use

67RQT7394ReferenceSpecificationsRecording system: DVD Video Recording format (DVD-RAM)DVD-Video format (DVD-R)Recordable discs:DVD-RAM :12 cm (5q) 4.7

68RQT7394ReferenceGlossaryBitstreamThis is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 channel) before it is decoded into its various chan

69RQT7394ReferenceMPEG2/MPEG4 (Moving Picture Experts Group)A standard for efficiently compressing and expanding color video.MPEG2 is a compression st

7RQT7394Getting started≥The equipment connections described are examples.≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating

70RQT7394ReferenceFrequently asked questionsSet up PageDiscRecordingWhat equipment is necessary to play multi channel surround sound?≥This unit has a

71RQT7394ReferenceTV Guide On ScreenTM system PageNetworkDoes the TV Guide On ScreenTM system work with analog and digital cable TV boxes?≥Yes. The TV

72RQT7394ReferenceError messagesOn the television PageOn the unit’s displayCannot finish recording completely.≥The program was copy-protected.≥The HDD

73RQT7394ReferenceTroubleshooting guideBefore requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if

74RQT7394ReferenceTroubleshooting guideSound PageOperationRecording/Timer recording/Transferring (dubbing)Continued on next pageNo sound.Low volume.Di

75RQT7394ReferenceRecording/Timer recording/Transferring (dubbing) (Continued) PageTV Guide On ScreenTM systemContinued on next pageCannot transfer (d

76RQT7394ReferenceTroubleshooting guideTV Guide On ScreenTM system (Continued) PageCannot receive some channels displayed on the television program li

77RQT7394ReferencePlay PageEditStill pictures and MPEG4Play fails to start even when [1] (PLAY) is pressed.Play starts but then stops immediately.≥Ins

78RQT7394ReferenceTroubleshooting guideNetwork Page1. Damage requiring service—The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if:(a) The A

79RQT7394ReferenceMaintenance/HDD, disc and card handlingThe precision parts in this unit are readily affected by the environment, especially temperat

8RQT7394Getting startedSTEP 1Connection≥You need to subscribe to a cable TV service to enjoy viewing their programming.≥Consult your service provider

80RQT7394ReferenceLimited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.)Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of AmericaOne

81RQT7394ReferenceLimited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA)Panasonic Canada Inc.5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3PANASONIC/TECHNICS PRODUCT—LIM

82RQT7394EspañolGuía de referencia rápida en españolConsulte la ilustración que aparece en la página 7 de la sección en idioma inglés.≥Las conexiones

83RQT7394EspañolConsulte la ilustración que aparece en la página 12 de la sección en idioma inglés.Después de enchufar la unidad en una toma de CA de

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9RQT7394Getting startedEnjoy multi-channel surround sound on DVD by connecting an amplifier and speakers. There are two types of connection, digital a