Panasonic DMREX93CEG Operations Instructions

until 2010/05/31Dear customerThank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.Befor

10VQT2J40STEP 3 Channel reception settings and TV aspect settings1 Turn on the television and select the appropriate AV input to suit the connections

11VQT2J40Quick Start GuideIf the confirmation screen of GUIDE Plus+ data download appears, perform the following steps.(For information about GUIDE Pl

12VQT2J40STEP 3 Channel reception settings and TV aspect settings≥[DVB-C] GUIDE Plus+ system is not available (> below)≥[DVB-T] GUIDE Plus+ system

13VQT2J40Quick Start GuideHDD and disc information(≤: Possible, –: Impossible)§Depending on the copy restriction level, these titles may not be record

14VQT2J40HDD and disc information§Close the session after recording. Play may be impossible on some discs due to the condition of the recording.≥The p

15VQT2J40Quick Start GuideUSB memory and card information§Video images of the copyright-protected DivX® contents stored on USB device can be output on

16VQT2J40Regarding DivX files, Music files and still pictures (JPEG)DivXMP3/WMA≥If there is a large amount of still picture data etc. within a MP3/WMA

17VQT2J40Quick Start GuideMedia handling (Disc/USB memory/SD card)1 Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray.2 Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] to close the tr

18VQT2J40Watching TelevisionBasic operationsThis DVD recorder supports analogue broadcasting, digital terrestrial broadcasting and CATV broadcasting w

19VQT2J40Basic operationsAfter performing step 1 (> 18, right column)Press [OPTION] and press the corresponding colour button.≥The Teletext data re

2VQT2J40\∫ Batteries≥Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control.≥Use alkaline or manganese batteries.≥Do not mix old and new batt

20VQT2J40Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discsRefer to “Advanced playback” (> 35) for detail information.Preparation≥Turn on the

21VQT2J40Basic operationsRecording television programmes [HDD]Refer to “Notes for recording” (> 24) for detail information.Preparation≥Turn on the

22VQT2J40Timer recording [HDD]Refer to “Advanced timer recording [HDD]” (> 29 –34) for detail information.See also “TV Guide system” (> 11) and

23VQT2J40Basic operationsDeleting titles[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW](You cannot delete items on finalised discs.)≥A title cann

24VQT2J40Notes for recordingAdvanced operationsThis unit can record TV programmes or video output from the external equipment to HDD.≥You can record d

25VQT2J40Advanced operationsDepending on the content being recorded, the recording times may become shorter than indicated.(The times provided on this

26VQT2J40Advanced recording[HDD]You can record a title to HDD so that it can then be copied to fit one 4.7 GB disc by automatically selecting optimal

27VQT2J40Advanced operationsRecording broadcasts from external equipment[HDD]To make a timer recording with your television, connect to a television w

28VQT2J40Copying from other equipmentIf the audio output of the other equipment is monauralConnect to L/MONO on the AV3 input terminals at the front.W

29VQT2J40Advanced operationsAdvanced timer recording [HDD]1 Press [PROG/CHECK].2 Press [3, 4] to select “New Timer Programme” and press [OK].3 Press [

3VQT2J40Table of contentsGetting startedsupplied accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2The remote control information

30VQT2J40Advanced timer recording [HDD]1 While the unit is onPress [∫].2 Press [2, 1] to select “Stop Recording” and press [OK].If you stop a timer re

31VQT2J40Advanced operationsYou can search programmes from the TV Guide list based on title information.By entering words, you can search for programm

32VQT2J40Advanced timer recording [HDD]Press [GUIDE] to switch between Landscape view and Portrait view.≥When the TV Guide displays “No info for analo

33VQT2J40Advanced operations≥To change the settings of the TV Guide for digital broadcasts (> 74)≥Information for digital channels is not displayed

34VQT2J40Advanced timer recording [HDD]Instructions/notes on this page are only applicable to those who use the GUIDE Plus+ system for Digital terrest

35VQT2J40Advanced operationsAdvanced playback≥Depending on the media, some operations may not be possible.≥Refer to “Playing music” for playing music.

36VQT2J40Selecting recorded programmes (titles) to play—DIRECT NAVIGATOR[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›]You can quickly

37VQT2J40Advanced operationsPlaying musicPreparationPress [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive.1 Insert a music CD.The menu is automatically display

38VQT2J40Playing DivX, Music files and still pictures (JPEG)[-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [SD]1 Insert the disc or the SD card.2 If the menu screen appears, press

39VQT2J40Advanced operations[-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB]ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX Certified® device must be registered in order to play DivX Vi

4VQT2J40Control reference guideQuick Start GuideInstructions for operations are generally described using the remote control.1 Turn the unit on (>

40VQT2J40Playing DivX, Music files and still pictures (JPEG)[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] [SD]≥You cannot play still pictures while recording or

41VQT2J40Advanced operationsWhile the Album View (Playlist (Picture)) screen is displayed (> 40)1 Press [OPTION].2 Press [3, 4] to select “Slidesho

42VQT2J40Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM”/Q Link)You can enjoy linked operations with the TV and receiver by using “HDAVI C

43VQT2J40Advanced operations[VIERA]Link]If you connect this unit to the TV that supports “HDAVI Control 2” or later with an HDMI cable, you can enjoy

44VQT2J40Convenient functionsBy using the FUNCTION MENU you may access the main functions quickly and easily.If “FUNCTION MENU Display” is set to “On”

45VQT2J40EditingEntering textEditing[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [SD]You can give names to recorded titles, etc. Also, you can

46VQT2J40Editing titles/chapters[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] (You cannot edit finalised discs.)[+RW] [-RW‹VR›]≥The maximum number of

47VQT2J40EditingAfter performing steps 1–4 (> 46)§Multiple editing is possible.After performing steps 1–6 (> 46)§Multiple editing is possible.Ti

48VQT2J40Creating, editing and playing Playlists (Video)[HDD] [RAM]≥The maximum number of items on a disc:– Playlists (Video): 99– Chapters in Playlis

49VQT2J40Editing[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] t

5VQT2J40Quick 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

50VQT2J40Editing still pictures and music[HDD] [RAM] [SD][-R] (JPEG) ≥You can edit pictures and albums.≥You cannot edit still pictures recorded on DVD

51VQT2J40Editing≥Timer recordings do not start when performing “Change Date”, “Copy to DVD”, “Copy to HDD”, “Add Pictures” or “Create Album”.≥[RAM] [S

52VQT2J40Creating, editing and playing Playlists (Picture)≥The maximum number of Playlists (Picture):– Playlists: 99– Pictures in a Playlist (Picture)

53VQT2J40Editing[HDD]1 While stoppedPress [FUNCTION MENU].2 Press [3, 4] to select “Others” and press [OK].3 Press [3, 4] to select “Playlists” and pr

54VQT2J40Copying titles or Playlists (Video)Copying§1To high speed copy titles (or Playlists (Video) created from those titles), set “Rec for High Spe

55VQT2J40CopyingWhen copying a title with main and secondary audio(Analogue broadcast only)≥Select the audio type for recording bilingual broadcast fr

56VQT2J40Copying titles or Playlists (Video)[HDD] > [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW][RAM] [-RW‹VR›] [+RW] > [HDD][SD] > [HDD] [

57VQT2J40CopyingCOPY Navigator/Copying list indicators∫ To edit the copying listSelect the item in step 6–5 (> 56)1 Press [OPTION].2 Press [3, 4] t

58VQT2J40Copying titles or Playlists (Video)4 When the top menu is displayedPress [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the title you want to start copying, and pres

59VQT2J40CopyingCopying still pictures/Playlist (Picture)≥SDHC Memory Cards used for recording with this unit can only be used with other SDHC Memory

6VQT2J40HDD (Hard disk drive) handling careThe HDD is a high precision recording instrument and because of its long recording capability and high spee

60VQT2J40Copying still pictures/Playlist (Picture)7 Press [3, 4] to select “Start Copying” and press [OK].≥Only when copying individual still pictures

61VQT2J40CopyingCopying 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

62VQT2J40Copying music to HDD∫ To register on a folder by folder basis1 Press [3, 4] to select “Create List” and press [1].2 Press [3, 4] to select “T

63VQT2J40Setting menusUsing on-screen menus/Status messageSetting menus1 Press [DISPLAY].≥Depending on the condition of the unit (playing, stopped, et

64VQT2J40Using on-screen menus/Status messagePress [STATUS ].The display changes each time you press the button.[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R

65VQT2J40Setting menus[RAM]Preparation≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive.After performing steps 1–3 (> 64, Common procedures)1 Press [3,

66VQT2J40HDD, disc and card management[-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW]You can select the background that will be displayed as the DVD-Video to

67VQT2J40Setting menusChanging the unit’s settingsYou can change the unit’s settings using Setup menu.≥The settings remain intact even if you switch t

68VQT2J40Changing the unit’s settings∫ Settings for DVB-C Channels/Settings for DVB-T ChannelsPress [OK] to show the following settings.[DVB-C] DVB Ma

69VQT2J40Setting menusDVB Preferred LanguageYou can select up to 2 different subtitles and audio tracks to be used when audio and subtitles of digital

7VQT2J40Quick Start GuideSTEP 1Insert the CAM (Conditional Access Module) and Smart CardYou need a Conditional Access Module together with a valid Sma

70VQT2J40Changing the unit’s settings(All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.)§[Other ¢¢¢¢]Enter a code (> 80) with the nu

71VQT2J40Setting menus(All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.)§Refer to the operating instructions for connected devices to

72VQT2J40Changing the unit’s settings(All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.)Depending on the connected equipment, some item

73VQT2J40Setting menus§Can be selected when selecting Digital Terrestrial (DVB-T) Channels in Auto Setup(All factory default settings are indicated wi

74VQT2J40Changing the unit’s settings§1When “Digital Channels” is selected in “TV Guide Type” §2When “Analogue Channels” is selected in “TV Guide Type

75VQT2J40Setting menusOther SettingsYou can configure the remote control TV operation buttons to turn the television on/off, change the television inp

76VQT2J40Additional connectionsReference≥Connect to terminals of the same colour.≥Connect to terminals of the same colour.≥To enjoy multi-channel surr

77VQT2J40ReferenceConnecting a television and VCR, digital satellite receiver§Only when connecting digital satellite receiver with this unit“AV2 Input

78VQT2J40Frequently asked questionsRefer to the following items if you have any doubts about unit operations.Which aerial is suitable for receiving di

79VQT2J40ReferenceWhat will happen if I try to record the same CD multiple times?¾ You can record the CD, but new album will be made following the exi

8VQT2J40STEP 2 Connection≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.≥Refer to “Additional connections”

80VQT2J40MessagesLanguage code list Enter the code with the numbered buttons.On the televisionThis unit is not authorised to playthis protected DivX v

81VQT2J40ReferenceThe following messages or service numbers appear on the unit’s display when something unusual is detected during startup and use.§Th

82VQT2J40Troubleshooting guideBefore requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solu

83VQT2J40ReferencePicture does not appear during timer recording.¾ Timer recordings work regardless whether the unit is on or off. To confirm the time

84VQT2J40Troubleshooting guideCannot tune channels.¾ Check the connections. (> 8, 77)Startup is slow.¾ Deactivate “Power Save in Standby” in the Se

85VQT2J40ReferencePlay fails to start even when [1](PLAY) is pressed.Play starts but then stops immediately.¾ Insert the disc correctly with the label

86VQT2J40Troubleshooting guideTracks could not be copied to the HDD.¾ If there are copyright protected tracks such as SCMS restrictions, they will not

87VQT2J40Reference[DVB-T] Digital broadcasts cannot be received.¾ Digital broadcast may not have started in your region yet.¾ The aerial may not be po

88VQT2J40SpecificationsRecording system DVD-RAM : DVD Video Recording formatDVD-R : DVD-Video formatDVD-R DL (Dual Layer) : DVD-Video formatDVD-RW :

89VQT2J40ReferenceGlossaryBitstreamThis is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 channel) before it is decoded into its various chan

9VQT2J40Quick Start GuideYou can enjoy high-quality picture by adding the HDMI cable connection to the 21-pin Scart cable connection between this unit

90VQT2J40GlossaryProtectionYou can prevent accidental deletion by setting writing protection or deletion protection. RGBThis refers to the three prima

91VQT2J40ReferenceManufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwi

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