until 2009/03/02Operating InstructionsDVD RecorderModel No. DMR-EH495Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.comDear customerThank you for purchasing th
10RQT9285STEP 2 Channel reception settings and TV aspect settings1 Turn on the television and select the appropriate AV input to suit the connections
11RQT9285Quick Start GuideGUIDE Plus+ system settings1 Press [GUIDE].2 Press [3, 4] or the numbered buttons to enter the Postal Code of your location
12RQT9285GUIDE Plus+ system settingsRefer to the control reference on page 10.The GUIDE Plus+ data is transmitted from the Host Channel (the televisio
13RQT9285Quick Start GuideYou can change the basic settings for your GUIDE Plus+ list.1 Press [GUIDE].2 Press [OPTION]. 3 Press [3, 4] to select “Setu
14RQT9285HDD and disc information(≤: Possible, –: Impossible)§1[-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL]Finalisation needed for playback on other equipment (
15RQT9285Quick Start Guide§Close the session after recording. Play may be impossible on some discs due to the condition of the recording.≥The producer
16RQT9285USB memory information≥Despite meeting the conditions mentioned above, there may be USB memories that cannot be used for this unit.≥This unit
17RQT9285Quick Start GuideRegarding DivX® files, Music files and still pictures (JPEG)DivXMP3≥If there is a large amount of still picture data etc. wi
18RQT9285Media handling (Disc/USB memory)1 Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray.2 Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] to close the tray.Automatic drive select
19RQT9285Basic operationsPlaying recorded video contents/Playing play-only discsBasic operationsRefer to “Advanced playback” (> 32) for detail info
2RQT9285Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These conditions can
20RQT9285Recording television programmesRefer to “Notes for recording” (> 23) and “Advanced recording” (> 24) for detail information.[HDD] [RAM]
21RQT9285Basic operationsTimer recordingRefer to “Operations in the GUIDE Plus+ system” (> 31) and “Advanced timer recording” (> 28–30) for deta
22RQT9285Deleting titles[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW](You cannot delete items on finalised discs.)≥A title cannot be restored o
23RQT9285Advanced operationsNotes for recordingAdvanced operations≥It is not possible to record to both the HDD and the DVD drive simultaneously.When
24RQT9285Advanced recordingDepending on the content being recorded, the recording times may become shorter than indicated.(The times provided on this
25RQT9285Advanced operations[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW]The unit sets the best possible picture quality that fits the recording within the rem
26RQT9285Recording broadcasts from external equipment[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW][HDD]To make a timer recording with your television, connect
27RQT9285Advanced operationsCopying from a video cassette recordere.g., Connecting to the AV3 or DV input terminals on the front≥Turn off the unit and
28RQT9285Advanced timer recordingEntering SHOWVIEW numbers is an easy way of timer recording. You can find these numbers in TV listings in newspapers
29RQT9285Advanced operations1 While the unit is onPress [∫].2 Press [2, 1] to select “Stop Recording” and press [OK].If you stop a timer recording, it
3RQT9285Table of contentsSafety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Getting startedIncluded accessories . . . .
30RQT9285Advanced timer recordingWhen the recording drive is “DVD” and there is not enough remaining space, recording automatically switches to the “H
31RQT9285Advanced operationsOperations in the GUIDE Plus+ systemPress [GUIDE] to switch between Landscape view and Portrait view.The Programme Type fu
32RQT9285Advanced playback≥Depending on the media, some operations may not be possible.Press [AUDIO].[HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD] and DivXLR>L>R^
33RQT9285Advanced operationsSelecting recorded programmes (titles) to play—DIRECT NAVIGATOR[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹V
34RQT9285Playing DivX, Music files and still pictures (JPEG)[-R] [-R]DL] [CD]1 Insert the disc.2 If the disc contains different file typese.g., [CD]Pr
35RQT9285Advanced operationsABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX® Certified device must be registered in order to play DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) con
36RQT9285Playing DivX, Music files and still pictures (JPEG)[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB]≥You can play still pictures recorded with a computer o
37RQT9285Advanced operationsUseful functions during still picture playStart SlideshowSlideshow SettingYou can display still pictures one by one at a c
38RQT9285Playing musicPreparationPress [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive.1 Insert a music CD.The menu is automatically displayed.2 Press [3, 4] t
39RQT9285Advanced operationsConvenient functionsBy using the FUNCTION MENU window you may access the main functions quickly and easily.If “FUNCTION ME
4RQT9285Included accessoriesGetting started∫ Batteries≥Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control.≥Use alkaline or manganese batt
40RQT9285Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM”/Q Link)You can enjoy linked operations with the TV and receiver by using “HDAVI C
41RQT9285Advanced operationsIf you connect this unit to the TV that supports “HDAVI Control 2” or later with an HDMI cable, you can enjoy using more c
42RQT9285Editing titles/chaptersEditing[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] (You cannot edit finalized discs.)[+RW] [-RW‹VR›]≥The maximum nu
43RQT9285EditingAfter performing steps 1–4 (> 42)§Multiple editing is possible.After performing steps 1–6 (> 42)§Multiple editing is possible.Ti
44RQT9285Creating, editing and playing playlists[HDD] [RAM]≥The maximum number of items on a disc:– Playlists: 99– Chapters in playlists: Approx. 1000
45RQT9285Editing[HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] (Play only)1 While stoppedPress [FUNCTION MENU].2 Press [3, 4] to select “Others” and press [OK].3 Press [3, 4]
46RQT9285Editing still pictures and music[HDD] [-R] (JPEG) [RAM]≥You can edit pictures and albums.≥You cannot edit still pictures recorded on DVD-R DL
47RQT9285Editing≥Timer recordings do not start when performing “Change Date”, “Copy to DVD”, “Copy to HDD”, “Add Pictures” or “Create Album”.[HDD]Prep
48RQT9285Entering text[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] You can give names to recorded titles, etc. Also, you can search desired pr
49RQT9285CopyingCopying titles or playlistsCopying§1To high speed copy titles (or playlists created from those titles), set “Rec for High Speed Copy”
5RQT9285Getting startedHDD (Hard disk drive) handling careThe HDD is a high precision recording instrument and because of its long recording capabilit
50RQT9285Copying titles or playlistsWhen copying a title with main and secondary audio≥Select the audio type for recording bilingual broadcast from “B
51RQT9285Copying[HDD] ,-. [RAM] [+RW][-RW‹VR›] > [HDD][HDD] > [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL]You can order titles and playlists as desired fo
52RQT9285Copying titles or playlistsCOPY Navigator/Copying list indicators∫ To edit the copying listSelect the item in step 6–5 (> 51)1 Press [OPTI
53RQT9285CopyingTo return to the previous screenPress [RETURN].To stop copyingPress [∫].You can also press and hold [RETURN] for 3 seconds to stop cop
54RQT9285Copying still pictures[HDD] ,-. [RAM][HDD] > [-R]1 While stoppedPress [FUNCTION MENU].2 Press [3, 4] to select “Copy” and press [OK].3 Pre
55RQT9285Copying∫ To edit the copying listSelect the item in step 6–4 (for a still picture) or 6–6 (for a folder) (> 54)1 Press [OPTION].2 Press [3
56RQT9285Copying music to HDDYou can store the following formats of music data in this unit’s HDD.Music CD (CD-DA)When copying music CDs, this unit ma
57RQT9285Copying∫ To register on a folder by folder basis1 Press [3, 4] to select “Create List” and press [1].2 Press [3, 4] to select “Track / Folder
58RQT9285Using on-screen menus/Status messageSetting menus1 Press [DISPLAY].≥Depending on the condition of the unit (playing, stopped, etc.) and disc
59RQT9285Setting menusThis function works only when the elapsed play time is displayed.Select the item for repeat play. Depending on the disc, the ite
6RQT9285Control reference guideQuick Start GuideInstructions for operations are generally described using the remote control.1 Turn the unit on (>
60RQT9285HDD and disc management[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›]Preparation≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the drive.1 W
61RQT9285Setting menus[HDD] [RAM]Preparation≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD or DVD drive.≥[RAM] Release protection (> 60, Setting the prote
62RQT9285HDD and disc management[-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW]You can select whether to show the top menu after finalising.PreparationPress
63RQT9285Setting menusChanging the unit’s settingsYou can change the unit’s settings using Setup menu.≥The settings remain intact even if you switch t
64RQT9285Changing the unit’s settingsAuto-Setup RestartDownload from TVYou can restart auto channel setting if the setup (> 10) fails for some reas
65RQT9285Setting menus(All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.)(All factory default settings are indicated with underlined te
66RQT9285Changing the unit’s settings(All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.)Depending on the connected equipment, some item
67RQT9285Setting menus(All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.)AV2 SettingsSet to match the connected equipment.≥Press [OK] t
68RQT9285Other SettingsYou can configure the remote control TV operation buttons to turn the television on/off, change the television input mode, sele
69RQT9285ReferenceAdditional connectionsReferenceThe S VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal. (Actual results d
7RQT9285Quick Start Guide1 Standby/on switch (Í/I) (> 10)Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit
70RQT9285Additional connections≥To enjoy multi-channel surround sound DVD-Video, connect an amplifier with Dolby Digital, DTS and MPEG decoders.“Digit
71RQT9285ReferenceConnecting a television and VCRConnecting a television and VCR, digital/satellite receiver or decoderRFRFININRFRFOUTOUTAV1(TV)AV2(DE
72RQT9285Frequently asked questionsRefer to the following items if you have any doubts about unit operations.What equipment is necessary to play multi
73RQT9285ReferenceWhy is the GUIDE Plus+ system only available after approx. 2 hours?¾ The data rate, at which GUIDE Plus+ is sent, is limited. Depend
74RQT9285MessagesLanguage code list Enter the code with the numbered buttons.On the televisionAuthorisation Error. ≥You are trying to play the DivX VO
75RQT9285ReferenceThe following messages or service numbers appear on the unit’s display when something unusual is detected during startup and use.§Th
76RQT9285Troubleshooting guideBefore requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solu
77RQT9285ReferenceThe recorded title is stretched vertically.¾ 16:9 aspect programmes are recorded in 4:3 aspect in the following cases. – [-R] [-R]DL
78RQT9285Troubleshooting guideCannot eject disc.¾ The unit is recording.¾ Linked timer recordings with external equipment is in recording standby (“EX
79RQT9285ReferenceAn unusually loud sound is coming from the rotating DVD-R, etc.¾ When recording or high speed copying to a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (
8RQT9285STEP 1 Connection≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.≥Select the connection pattern tha
80RQT9285Troubleshooting guideTracks could not be copied to the HDD.¾ If there are copyright protected tracks such as SCMS restrictions, they will not
81RQT9285ReferenceSpecificationsRecording system DVD-RAM : DVD Video Recording formatDVD-R : DVD-Video formatDVD-R DL (Dual Layer) : DVD-Video format
82RQT9285GlossaryBitstreamThis is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 channel) before it is decoded into its various channels.CPRM
83RQT9285ReferenceThumbnailThis refers to a miniature representation of a picture used to display multiple pictures in the form of a list.1080iIn one
EUIndexAdjust the audio quality(Sound menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59Adjust the picture quality(Picture menu) . . . . . . . . . . .
9RQT9285Quick Start GuideYou can enjoy high-quality picture by adding the HDMI cable connection to the 21-pin Scart cable connection between this unit
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