Panasonic DMREX86EB User Manual

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10VQT4W60Basic Connection≥ Before connection, turn off the mains for all connected equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.BE SURE T

VQT4W6011STEP 21 Aerial cable to the “RF IN” on the digital satellite receiver.2 RF coaxial cable from the “RF OUT” on the digital satellite receiver

12VQT4W60Basic Connection≥ You can enjoy high-quality picture by adding the HDMI cable connection to the 21-pin Scart cable connection between this un

VQT4W6013STEP 3Setting the Channels and ClockPreparation:≥ Turn on the mains for the television (and connected equipment) and select the appropriate A

14VQT4W60Setting the Channels and ClockTipsTo correct the PIN number1.Press [2, 1] to select the digit.2.Press the numbered buttons to enter the digit

VQT4W6015STEP 3HDD and Disc Handling≤: Can do, –: Cannot do§1[-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL]Finalisation is needed for playback on other equipment

16VQT4W60HDD and Disc Handling§Play may be impossible on some DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format), DVD-R, DVD-R DL, CD-R or CD-RW discs due to the con

VQT4W6017USB Memory Handling≥Despite meeting the conditions mentioned above, there may be USB memories that cannot be used for this unit.≥This unit’s

18VQT4W60Music files and Still Pictures (JPEG)Notes[HDD] [RAM] ≥Compatible formats: DCF§compliant (Content recorded on a digital camera, etc.)§Desig

VQT4W6019Watching TelevisionBasic OperationsRefer to “GUIDE Plus+ system” (> 33) for detail information.This DVD recorder has a tuner which allows

2VQT4W60FeaturesGetting startedConvenient Functions!High Quality PictureEasy to Find and Select!Linked operations with the TVYou can enjoy linked oper

20VQT4W60PlaybackPreparation:≥ Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit.Playing recorded vid

VQT4W6021Recording Television ProgrammesRefer to “Notes for Recording” (> 24) and “Advanced Recording” (> 25–27) for detail information on recor

22VQT4W60Timer RecordingWhat is FREEVIEW+TM?FREEVIEW+ is the functions that enable timer recordings to be controlled by the signal sent from the broad

VQT4W6023Deleting TitlesPreparation:≥ Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit.≥ [RAM ] If t

24VQT4W60Notes for RecordingAdvanced Features≥It is not possible to record to both HDD (Hard Disk Drive) and DVD drive simultaneously.Selecting audio

VQT4W6025Advanced RecordingDepending on the content being recorded, the recording times may become shorter than indicated.(The times provided on this

26VQT4W60Advanced RecordingFormatting is the process of making media such as DVD-RAM recordable on recording equipment.[RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+

VQT4W6027[HDD] [RAM] [- R] [-R W‹V›] [+R] [+RW]The unit sets the best possible picture quality that fits the programme within the remaining disc sp

28VQT4W60Recording from a Digital Satellite Receiver[HDD] [RAM] [- R] [-R W‹V›] [+R] [+RW]TipsTo skip unwanted partsPress [;] to pause recording. (

VQT4W6029Recording from an External Device[HDD] [RAM] [- R] [-R W‹V›] [+R] [+RW]≥Turn off the unit and other video equipment before connecting.§Con

VQT4W603(For the AC mains plug of three pins)For your safety, please read the following text carefully.This appliance is supplied with a moulded three

30VQT4W60Advanced Timer Recording[HDD] [RAM] [- R] [-R W‹V›] [+R] [+RW]§1If “AUTO” is selected, and if the programme includes the information of su

VQT4W6031If you set a timer recording that will overlap with other timer recordings using the GUIDE Plus+ system, the “Overlapped Timer Recording” scr

32VQT4W60Advanced Timer Recording[RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW]When the recording drive is “DVD” and there is not enough remaining blank space, record

VQT4W6033GUIDE Plus+ systemNotes≥The receipt of the GUIDE Plus+ system data is only possible via the aerial input of this unit. The receipt of the GUI

34VQT4W60GUIDE Plus+ system[HDD] [RAM] [- R] [-R W‹V›] [+R] [+RW]You can record all the episodes of a series by setting just one timer recording us

VQT4W6035By entering words, you can search for programmes from the GUIDE Plus+ list using the programme information.TipsTo return to the previous scre

36VQT4W60Advanced Playback[HDD] [RAM] [- R] [-R ]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+ R ] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›]You can easily select and play recorded programmes by

VQT4W6037TipsDepending on the disc, search may not be possible.You can skip to the beginning (or the end) of Title/Chapter. Skip is operated for each

38VQT4W60Playing Music files and Still Pictures (JPEG)[-R] [- R]D L ] [C D]1 Insert the disc.2 If the menu screen appears, press [3, 4] to select the

VQT4W6039[HDD] [RAM][-R] [- R]D L] [CD] [USB] ≥ For more information about still picture files that can be played on this unit (> 17)TipsDIRECT NA

4VQT4W60∫ Unit≥ To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,– Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.– Do n

40VQT4W60Playing Music files and Still Pictures (JPEG)Picture SettingsBackground Music SettingsNotes≥Music albums on HDD, a disc and a USB memory can

VQT4W6041Playing musicCopying music to HDD > 64TipsTo return to the previous screenPress [RETURN ].To exit the screenPress [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].Note

42VQT4W60Convenient FunctionsBy using the FUNCTION MENU you may access the main functions quickly and easily.≥ If “FUNCTION MENU Display” is set to “O

VQT4W6043Linked Operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM”/Q Link)You can enjoy linked operations with the TV and receiver by using “VIERA L

44VQT4W60Linked Operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM”/Q Link)If you connect this unit to the TV that supports “HDAVI Control 2” or late

VQT4W6045Information MessagesYou can display the information about programmes (programme name, broadcast time, etc.).TipsTo switch information of the

46VQT4W60Information MessagesNotes≥If “No Signal” is displayed, check that the current digital broadcast channel is correctly broadcasting.The followi

VQT4W6047Titles—EditingAdvanced Editing[HDD] [ RAM][-R] [- R]D L ] [- RW ‹V ›] [+R] [+R]D L] (You can not edit finalised discs.)[+RW] [-RW‹VR›]You ca

48VQT4W60Titles—Editing[HDD] [ RAM] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW]Use to prevent accidental erasure of titles.Perform steps 1 – 4 of “Accessing the Title View” (

VQT4W6049Chapters—Creating and Editing[HDD] [ RAM]When creating chapters in your favourite scenes, you can easily reach the head of scene using [:, 9]

VQT4W605≥Pages to be referred to are indicated as “> ±±”.GUIDE Plus+ system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Using the GU

50VQT4W60Creating, Editing and Playing Playlists (Video)[HDD] [ RAM][-RW‹VR›] (play only)You can create Playlists (Video) by grouping your favourite s

VQT4W6051[HDD] [ RAM]You can create and copy Playlists (Video), and change the thumbnail.Perform steps 1 – of “Accessing the Playlist (Video) View”

52VQT4W60Still Pictures and Music—Editing[HDD] [ RAM] [-R] (JPEG) You can edit pictures and albums.1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].[HDD] [ RAM] When “PICTU

VQT4W6053[HDD] [ RAM] Perform steps 1 – 3 of “Accessing the Album (still picture)/Picture View” (> 52).≥ When editing an album, press [3, 4] to sel

54VQT4W60Still Pictures and Music—Editing[HDD]1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].– When “MUSIC” is not selected, press the “Yellow” button to select “MUSIC”.P

VQT4W6055Creating, Editing and Playing Playlists (Picture)[HDD]You can create Playlists (Picture) by grouping your favourite still pictures in albums

56VQT4W60Creating, Editing and Playing Playlists (Picture)Perform steps 1 – of “Accessing the Playlist (Picture) View”. (> 55)5 Press [3, 4] to s

VQT4W6057Copying titles or Playlists (Video)Features≤: Can do, –: Cannot doImportant§1To high speed copy titles (or Playlists (Video) created from tho

58VQT4W60Copying titles or Playlists (Video)∫ Approximate copying times (Max. speed)(excludes time required to write data management information)≥The

VQT4W6059Before copyingSpeed and recording mode when copying[HDD] ,-. [RAM]: High speed[HDD] > [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW ‹V ›] [+ R] [+R]DL] [+RW]: Refer

6VQT4W60HDD (Hard disk drive) handling careThe HDD is a high precision recording instrument and because of its long recording capability and high spee

60VQT4W60Copying titles or Playlists (Video)[HDD] ,-. [RAM] [+RW][-RW‹VR›] > [HDD ][HDD] > [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW ‹V ›] [+ R] [+R]DL]You can order

VQT4W6061After performing steps 1–3 (> 60)4 Press [3, 4] to select “Cancel All”, then press [OK].5 Press [2, 1] to select “Yes”, then press [OK].≥

62VQT4W60Copying titles or Playlists (Video)Motion pictures encoded in the MPEG2 format, which have been taken by a Panasonic digital video camera wit

VQT4W6063To register on a folder by folder basis (To register Playlists (Picture))1 Press [3, 4] to select “Create List”, then press [1].2 Press [3, 4

64VQT4W60Copying Still Pictures/Playlist (Picture)[USB] > [ HDD ]1 While stoppedInsert the USB memory (> 18).The menu is automatically displayed

VQT4W6065[-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] (MP3) > [HDD]You can copy MP3 files recorded on USB memory or CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-R DL to the HDD by file or fold

66VQT4W60Setting On-Screen DisplaySetting MenusWhen playing discs (except for JPEG discs), you can display and set the options including disc audio, s

VQT4W6067[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR ›] [CD] [V CD]Repeat PlayThis function works only when the elapsed play

68VQT4W60HDD and DVD ManagementYou can manage discs through formatting, finalising and other operations.With the unit stopped1 Press [DRIVE SELECT] to

VQT4W6069[-R] [- R]D L ] [- RW ‹V ›] [+R] [+R]D L] [+RW]You can select the background that will be displayed as the DVD-Video top menu after finalisi

VQT4W607Remote Control Information/Unit Care/Disc careAbout batteries≥Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control.≥Use alkaline or

70VQT4W60Setup MenuYou can change the unit’s settings using Setup menu.With the unit stopped1 Press [FUNCTION MENU].2 Press [3, 4] to select “Others”

VQT4W6071DVB Auto Setup by Signal QualityDVB Auto Setup by RegionYou can restart auto channel setting for digital terrestrial channels if the setup (&

72VQT4W60Playback/Recording Settings3, 4 select “Disc” > 1 > 3, 4 select item> > Others > Setup(> 70, Accessing the Setup Menu)Al

VQT4W6073Picture and Sound Settings3, 4 select “Picture” > 1 > 3, 4 select item > 3, 4 select “Sound” > 1 > 3, 4 select item >

74VQT4W60Display and Connection Settings/System Settings3, 4 select “Display” > 1 > 3, 4 select item >3, 4 select “Connection” > 1 >

VQT4W6075§1Depending on the connected equipment, some items may be shaded in grey on the display and cannot be selected, or you may not be able to cha

76VQT4W60System SettingsStandby Settings≥Press [OK] to show the following settings.Power Save in Standby[On] It will go into the Power Save in Standby

VQT4W6077Other SettingsOther SettingsThe Child Lock deactivates all buttons on the unit and remote control. Use it to prevent other people from operat

78VQT4W60Additional ConnectionsReference≥ Before connection, turn off the mains for all connected equipment and read the appropriate operating instruc

VQT4W6079Use these connections to play sound through speakers connected to an amplifier or system component.It is possible to output 2-channel stereo

8VQT4W60Location of Parts/ControlsQuick Start GuideRemote Control1 Turn the unit on or off ...

80VQT4W60Frequently Asked QuestionsHow can I enjoy High Quality Video up-converted to 1080p?¾ Connect the unit to 1080p compatible HDTV using an HDMI

VQT4W6081Is it possible to programme a recording, with a start and end time that are different from the GUIDE Plus+ system?¾ You can manually change t

82VQT4W60Messages§The message are alternately displayed.On the Unit’s DisplayH∑∑, F∑∑ (“∑” stands for a service number.)≥ An error has occurred. The n

VQT4W6083On the Unit’s Display (Continued)U80, U81, U99 ≥ The unit fails to operate properly. Press [Í/I] on the main unit to switch the unit to stand

84VQT4W60Troubleshooting GuideUse this function to synchronize the codes for the remote control and the main unit when there are other Panasonic produ

VQT4W6085Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in th

86VQT4W60Troubleshooting GuideCannot operate the TV with unit’s remote control.¾ Change the manufacturer code on the remote control. (> 77)¾ It may

VQT4W6087After “DVB Auto Setup by Signal Quality” or “DVB Auto Setup by Region” only some or no DVB channels are found.¾ Check to ensure your area is

88VQT4W60Troubleshooting GuideThe contents of the USB memory cannot be read.¾ Remove the USB memory from the USB port and then insert again. If this d

VQT4W6089Cannot switch audio. ¾ You cannot switch the audio in the following cases.– When a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL or +

VQT4W609STEP 1The Unit’s DisplayHDDHDDDVDDVDRECPLAYCOPYDUSB EXT-L  1 Disc indicatorThis indicator lights up when a disc is inserted.2 Digita

90VQT4W60Troubleshooting GuideID3 tag of a MP3 file is not completely displayed.¾ Only the track name ([HDD] [USB]) and artist name ([HDD] ) can be di

VQT4W6091The timer programme remains even after recording finishes.¾ The timer programme remains if set to daily, weekly or series timer recording. (&

92VQT4W60Troubleshooting GuideCannot edit.¾ You may not be able to edit on the HDD if there is no available space.Delete any unwanted titles to create

VQT4W6093FolderThis is a place on the hard disk, disc where groups of data are stored together. In the case of this unit, it refers to the place where

94VQT4W60Specifications§1Finalising is necessary for compatible playback.§2Conforming to IEC62107This unit is not compatible with “Chaoji Video CD” av

VQT4W6095http://www.rovicorp.com ≥For your safety, be sure not to connect or handle the equipment with wet hands.Manufactured under license from Dolby

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