Panasonic DMREX99V Operations Instructions Page 1

until 2010/01/25Dear customerThank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.Befor

10VQT2J46STEP 1 Connection≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.≥Select the connection pattern th

EUIndexActive Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77Adjust the audio quality (Sound menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69Adjust t

11VQT2J46Quick Start GuideYou can enjoy high-quality picture by adding the HDMI cable connection to the 21-pin Scart cable connection between this uni

12VQT2J46STEP 2 Channel reception settings and TV aspect settings1 Turn on the television and select the appropriate AV input to suit the connections

13VQT2J46Quick Start GuideTV Guide system provides programme information from the broadcasts station displayed on the television like a TV programme m

14VQT2J46HDD and disc information(≤: Possible, –: Impossible)≥The explanations concerning video cassettes are indicated by [VHS].§1[-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V

15VQT2J46Quick Start Guide§Close the session after recording. Play may be impossible on some discs due to the condition of the recording.≥The producer

16VQT2J46USB memory and card information§DivX VOD contents recorded on USB memories cannot be played back. (> 42)≥Despite meeting the conditions me

17VQT2J46Quick Start GuideRegarding DivX files, Music files and still pictures (JPEG)DivXMP3/WMA≥If there is a large amount of still picture data etc.

18VQT2J46Media handling1 Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray.2 Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] to close the tray.Automatic drive select function[DVD-V] [

19VQT2J46Basic operationsWatching TelevisionBasic operationsThis DVD recorder has a tuner which allows it to directly receive and record analogue and

2VQT2J46Table of contentsGetting startedIncluded accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4The remote control information

20VQT2J46Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discsRefer to “Advanced HDD or disc playback” (> 38) and “Advanced video cassette playba

21VQT2J46Basic operationsRecording television programmesRefer to “Notes for recording” (>26) and “Advanced recording” (>27) for detail informati

22VQT2J46Recording television programmesIf a programme to record has subtitle or multiple audio, you can record with subtitle or selected audio.To rec

23VQT2J46Basic operationsTimer recordingRefer to “Advanced timer recording” (> 32–37) for detail information.See also “TV Guide system” (> 13) a

24VQT2J46One Touch Copy (VHS > HDD or DVD)Refer to “Copying titles or Playlists (Video)” (> 58– 63) for detail information.[VHS] > [HDD] [RAM

25VQT2J46Basic operationsDeleting titles[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW](You cannot delete items on finalised discs.)≥A title cann

26VQT2J46Notes for recordingAdvanced operations≥It is not possible to record to HDD (Hard Disk Drive), DVD or VHS drive while recording to the other d

27VQT2J46Advanced operationsAdvanced recordingDepending on the content being recorded, the recording times may become shorter than indicated.(The time

28VQT2J46Advanced recording[RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW]When you insert a new disc or a disc recorded on a computer or other equipment, a format c

29VQT2J46Advanced operations[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW]The unit sets the best possible picture quality that fits the recording within the rem

3VQT2J46Getting startedQuick Start GuideBasic operationsAdvanced operationsEditingSetting menusReference CopyingEditingEditing titles/chapters . . .

30VQT2J46Recording broadcasts from external equipment[HDD]To make a timer recording with your television, connect to a television with a Q Link functi

31VQT2J46Advanced operationsCopying from a video cassette recordere.g., Connecting to the AV3 input terminals on the front≥Turn off the unit and other

32VQT2J46Advanced timer recording[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] [VHS](Except for [VHS])You can record all the episodes of a series by setting ju

33VQT2J46Advanced operations1 Press [PROG/CHECK].2 Press [3, 4] to select “New Timer Programme” and press [OK].3 Press [2, 1] to move through the item

34VQT2J46Advanced timer recording∫ To resolve overlappingPress [3, 4] to select the programme with and press [OK].≥If the “Overlapped Timer Recordin

35VQT2J46Advanced operationsThis function lets you display a TV Guide list sorted by programme type, etc.While the TV Guide list is displayed1 If you

36VQT2J46Advanced timer recording[HDD]You can search for programmes using programme information of titles recorded to the HDD. Also, if you use the TV

37VQT2J46Advanced operations≥To change the settings of the TV Guide for digital broadcasts (>79)≥Information for digital channels is not displayed

38VQT2J46Advanced HDD or disc playback≥Depending on the media, some operations may not be possible.Press [AUDIO].[HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD], DivX and

39VQT2J46Advanced operationsSelecting recorded programmes (titles) to play—DIRECT NAVIGATOR[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹V

4VQT2J46Included accessoriesGetting started∫ Batteries≥Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control.≥Use alkaline or manganese batt

40VQT2J46Advanced video cassette playbackThe unit usually makes tracking adjustments, but you may need to do it manually if noise appears on a tape re

41VQT2J46Advanced operationsPlaying DivX, Music files and still pictures (JPEG)[-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [SD]1 Insert the disc or the SD card.2 If the menu sc

42VQT2J46Playing DivX, Music files and still pictures (JPEG)[-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB]ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX,

43VQT2J46Advanced operations[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] [SD]≥You cannot play still pictures while recording or copying.≥Inserting, removing th

44VQT2J46Playing DivX, Music files and still pictures (JPEG)While the Album View (Playlist (Picture)) screen is displayed (> 43)1 Press [OPTION].2

45VQT2J46Advanced operationsPlaying musicPreparationPress [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive.1 Insert a music CD.The menu is automatically display

46VQT2J46Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM”/Q Link)You can enjoy linked operations with the TV and receiver by using “HDAVI C

47VQT2J46Advanced 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

48VQT2J46Convenient functionsBy using the FUNCTION MENU you may access the main functions quickly and easily.If “FUNCTION MENU Display” is set to “On”

49VQT2J46Advanced operationsEntering text[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [SD]You can give names to recorded titles, etc. Also, yo

5VQT2J46Getting startedHDD (Hard disk drive) handling careThe HDD is a high precision recording instrument and because of its long recording capabilit

50VQT2J46Editing titles/chaptersEditing[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] (You cannot edit finalised discs.)[+RW] [-RW‹VR›]≥The maximum nu

51VQT2J46EditingAfter performing steps 1–4 (> 50)§Multiple editing is possible.After performing steps 1–6 (> 50)§Multiple editing is possible.Ti

52VQT2J46Creating, editing and playing Playlists (Video)[HDD] [RAM]≥The maximum number of items on a disc:– Playlists (Video): 99– Chapters in Playlis

53VQT2J46Editing[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

54VQT2J46Editing still pictures and music[HDD] [RAM] [SD][-R] (JPEG) ≥You can edit pictures and albums.≥You cannot edit still pictures recorded on DVD

55VQT2J46Editing≥Timer recordings do not start when performing “Change Date”, “Copy to DVD”, “Copy to HDD”, “Add Pictures” or “Create Album”.≥[RAM] [S

56VQT2J46Creating, editing and playing Playlists (Picture)≥The maximum number of Playlists (Picture):– Playlists: 99– Pictures in a Playlist (Picture)

57VQT2J46Editing[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

58VQT2J46Copying titles or Playlists (Video)Copying§1To high speed copy titles (or Playlists (Video) created from those titles), set “Rec for High Spe

59VQT2J46Copying∫ Approximate copying times (Max. speed)(excludes time required to write data management information)≥The above rated value indicates

6VQT2J46Unit careThe precision parts in this unit are readily affected by the environment, especially temperature, humidity, and dust. Cigarette smoke

60VQT2J46Copying titles or Playlists (Video)Preparation≥Insert a disc that you can use for copying (> 14, 18).≥Confirm that there is enough remaini

61VQT2J46Copying3 Press the “Red” button to select “VIDEO” or press the “Blue” button to select “Playlists”.4 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the title o

62VQT2J46Copying titles or Playlists (Video)[VHS] > [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW]Preparation:≥Insert a disc and video cassette that you can

63VQT2J46CopyingMotion pictures encoded in the MPEG2 format, which have been taken by a Panasonic SD Video Camera, digital video camera etc, can be st

64VQT2J46Copying still pictures/Playlist (Picture)≥SDHC Memory Cards used for recording with this unit can only be used with other SDHC Memory Card-co

65VQT2J46Copying7 Press [3, 4] to select “Start Copying” and press [OK].≥Only when copying individual still pictures.Except for [SD] > [HDD] [RAM]W

66VQT2J46Copying 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

67VQT2J46Copying∫ 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

68VQT2J46Using on-screen menus/Status messageSetting menus1 Press [DISPLAY].≥Depending on the condition of the unit (playing, stopped, etc.) and disc

69VQT2J46Setting menusPress [STATUS ].The display changes each time you press the button.(e.g., [HDD])([VHS] during playback)Remaining tape time disp

7VQT2J46Quick Start GuideControl reference guideQuick Start GuideInstructions for operations are generally described using the remote control.1 Turn t

70VQT2J46HDD, disc and card management[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] [SD]Preparation≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select th

71VQT2J46Setting menus[HDD] [RAM]Preparation≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD or DVD drive.≥[RAM] Release protection (> 70, Setting the prote

72VQT2J46HDD, disc and card management[-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL]Make selections from “Top Menu” and “Auto-Play Select” (> 71) before finali

73VQT2J46Setting menusChanging the unit’s settingsYou can change the unit’s settings using Setup menu.≥The settings remain intact even if you switch t

74VQT2J46Changing the unit’s settingsSignal ConditionYou can check the quality and strength of digital broadcast signals.The quality and strength of t

75VQT2J46Setting menus(All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.)§[Other ¢¢¢¢]Enter a code (> 85) with the numbered buttons.

76VQT2J46Changing the unit’s settings(All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.)§Refer to the operating instructions for connec

77VQT2J46Setting menus(All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.)Depending on the connected equipment, some items may be shaded

78VQT2J46Changing the unit’s settings(All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.)(All factory default settings are indicated wit

79VQT2J46Setting menus§1This is displayed only when “Digital Channels” is selected in “TV Guide Type”. §2When “Digital Channels” is selected in “TV Gu

8VQT2J46Control reference guide1 Timer recording indicator2 Recording mode indicator (> 27)3 Main display≥Current time≥Disc recording and play coun

80VQT2J46Other SettingsYou can configure the remote control TV operation buttons to turn the television on/off, change the television input mode, sele

81VQT2J46ReferenceAdditional connectionsReference≥Connect to terminals of the same colour.≥To enjoy multi-channel surround sound DVD-Video, connect an

82VQT2J46Additional connectionsWhen connected to an HDMI compatible unit, an uncompressed digital audio and video signal is transmitted. You can enjoy

83VQT2J46ReferenceConnecting a television and VCRConnecting a television and VCR, digital satellite receiver or analogue decoder“AV2 Input” and “AV2 C

84VQT2J46Frequently asked questionsRefer to the following items if you have any doubts about unit operations.Which aerial is suitable for receiving di

85VQT2J46ReferenceHow can I cancel a Timer programming?¾ Press [PROG/CHECK] and select the desired entry and then press [DELETE ¢]. (> 33)What happ

86VQT2J46MessagesOn the televisionThis unit is not authorised to playthis protected DivX video.≥You are trying to play the DivX VOD content that was p

87VQT2J46ReferenceThe following messages or service numbers appear on the unit’s display when something unusual is detected during startup and use.§Th

88VQT2J46Troubleshooting guideBefore requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solu

89VQT2J46ReferenceSome functions of DVB-T do not work.¾ The unit does not necessarily support all DVB-T functions such as MHP (Multimedia Home Platfor

9VQT2J46Quick Start GuideEasy access to various functions — FUNCTION MENU Display“FUNCTION MENU” automatically appears when you turn the power on. (Wh

90VQT2J46Troubleshooting guideCannot operate the television.The remote control doesn’t work.¾ Change the manufacturer code. Some televisions cannot be

91VQT2J46ReferenceThe timer programme remains even after recording finishes.¾ The timer programme remains if set to daily or weekly.A part or whole of

92VQT2J46Troubleshooting guideQuick View does not work.¾ This does not work when audio is other than Dolby Digital.¾ This does not work when recording

93VQT2J46ReferenceOn-screen display indicators do not appear.¾ Select a setting other than “Off” in “On-Screen Messages” in the Setup Menu. (> 76)–

94VQT2J46Troubleshooting guideDigital broadcasts cannot be received.¾ Digital broadcast may not have started in your region yet.¾ The aerial may not b

95VQT2J46ReferenceSpecificationsRecording system DVD-RAM : DVD Video Recording formatDVD-R : DVD-Video formatDVD-R DL (Dual Layer) : DVD-Video format

96VQT2J46GlossaryBitstreamThis is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 channel) before it is decoded into its various channels.CPRM

97VQT2J46ReferenceProtectionYou can prevent accidental deletion by setting writing protection or deletion protection. RGBThis refers to the three prim

98VQT2J46Manufactured 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 worldwide patent

99VQT2J46CAUTION!THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESUL