Panasonic DMR-EZ49VEB manual Frequently Asked Questions, Setup, Discs, Guide Plus+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Setup

How can I enjoy High Quality Video up-converted to 1080p?

¾Connect the unit to 1080p compatible HDTV using an HDMI cable.

Set “HDMI Video Format” in the Setup menu to “1080p”. (> 12, 70)

What equipment is necessary to play multi-channel surround sound?

¾You cannot playback multi-channel sound on this unit without other equipment. You must connect this unit with an HDMI cable or an optical digital cable to an amplifier with a built-in (Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG) decoder and multi- channel speakers. (> 76)

Can the headphones and speakers be directly connected to the unit?

¾You cannot directly connect to the unit. Connect through the amplifier, TV, etc. (> 76)

Is my TV compatible with progressive output?

¾All Panasonic televisions that have 625 (576)/50i · 50p, 525 (480)/60i · 60p input terminals are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of TV.

Discs

Can I play DVD-Video, and Video CDs bought in another country?

¾You cannot play DVD-Video if their region number does not include “2” or “ALL”. Refer to the disc’s jacket for more information. (> Cover)

Can a DVD-Video that does not have a region number be played?

¾Discs either without region encoding or region code 2 will not play on this unit.

Please tell me about disc compatibility with this unit.

¾This unit records and plays DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL and +RW, and plays DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format). (> 15, 16)

¾This unit also records and plays high speed recording compatible discs. (> 91)

¾After recording but before finalising DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, +R and +R DL.

–You may not be able to play and record discs on this unit after recording them on other Panasonic products or other manufacturers’ equipment.

–You may not be able to play and record discs on other equipment after recording them on this unit.

After finalising the disc, however, you will be able to play it on any DVD-Video compatible player.

Please tell me about CD-R and CD-RW compatibility with this unit.

¾This unit plays CD-R/CD-RW discs which have been recorded in one of the following standards:

CD-DA, Video CD, SVCD (conforming to IEC62107), MP3 and still pictures (JPEG). Close the session or finalise the disc after recording. This unit can recognize up to 300 folders (groups or albums) and 3000 files (tracks) on a disc with MP3 or still pictures (JPEG). (> 16, 18)

¾You cannot write to a CD-R or CD-RW with the unit.

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DVB-T

Which aerial is suitable for receiving digital terrestrial broadcasts?

¾Any (terrestrial) roof aerial can be used. However, depending on the area where you live, a new aerial may be necessary. Consult your local TV aerial installer.

Can this unit receive or record High Definition (HD) broadcasts?

¾No, this unit cannot receive or record High Definition (HD) broadcasts.

GUIDE Plus+

Is it possible to programme a recording, with a start and end time that are different from the GUIDE Plus+ system?

¾You can manually change the start and end time of programmes in the Timer Recording menu.

But if timings are altered by more than 10 minutes, “Guide Link” will not be able to function. (> 23)

Can I receive GUIDE Plus+ system data via a connected digital satellite receiver or a Set Top Box?

¾No, only via the built-in tuner. To perform timer recordings with digital satellite receivers or Set Top Boxes, please use the External Link feature or your unit’s manual timer programming. (> 31, 33)

How can I cancel a timer programming?

¾Press [PROG/CHECK] and select the desired entry and then press [DELETE ¢]. (> 34)

What happens when I unplug my unit from the household mains socket?

¾The GUIDE Plus+ system data will not be updated. If the unit is disconnected from the AC mains for a longer period of time, then the GUIDE Plus+ data is lost.

Display the GUIDE Plus+ screen. (> 19, steps 1–2) The GUIDE Plus+ system data will then be automatically updated.

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Contents About descriptions in these operating instructions Region number supported by this unitExample Digital Switchover Easy access to various functions≥ Connection with Hdmi terminal ≥ Deep Colour How to replace the fuse Before useSafety Precautions Table of ContentsAdvanced Editing Setting MenusOther Settings ReferenceUsing the remote control Remote Control Information/Unit CareRemote Control Information Unit CareMedia Handling Remote Control Location of Parts/ControlsUnit’s Display Main UnitRear Panel This unit Connecting to a Television onlyBasic Connection Pin Scart terminalTo view digital satellite programmes Connecting AC mains lead includedWhen the unit is not to be used for a long time To record digital satellite programmesDigital Satellite receiver Connecting with a Panasonic TV VieraThis case, make sure to switch the television input to AV AV2 EXT AV1TVTo cancel Auto-Setup Setting the Channels and ClockWhen setup has completed, the confirmation screen appears PreparationButtons to enter your choice of a 4 to change the settingPress the numbered Digit PIN numberDisc Handling Usable Discs for Recording and PlaybackRecording Modes and Durations Play-only Discs Discs that Cannot be PlayedTypes of disc for the type of connected TV USB Memory Handling USB memories you can use on this unitStill Picture JPEG§2 Information Music files and Still Pictures JpegMP3 File Information RDL CDTo select desired channel Watching Television to turn the unit on  TV To directly enter ChannelsStopping Play PlaybackTo select the DVD drive 2, 1 to select an item, then OKInsert a cassette Stopping Play Pausing PlayTo select the VHS drive Playing a Video CassetteInsert a disc or video cassette Pausing Recording Stopping RecordingRecording Television Programmes To start recording4, 2, 1 to select the future programme, then OK Timer RecordingWhat is FREEVIEWTM? ProgrammingTo copy without finalising Copying Titles One Touch CopyPress and hold for about 3 seconds Copying Titles VHS J DVDRAM -R -RDL -RW‹V› -RW‹VR› +R +RDL +RW VHS Preparation ≥When you start copying from the selected titleCopying Titles or Playlists DVD J VHS To copy from a finalised disc4, 2, 1 to select the title, then Pause Deleting Titles4 to select Delete, then OK 4 to select Video, then OK To select Delete, then OKCopy-once RecordingBroadcast in multi-channel sound Advanced Recording DVD Recording Modes and DurationsVHS Recording Modes and Durations To select Yes, then OK Repeatedly until the desired timeIs reached Press and hold for about 1 secondFlexible Recording 4 to select Others, then OK4, 2, 1 to select the title to play, then OK Playing while you are recordingConnected Recording from a Digital Satellite ReceiverSatellite receiver you have To select the DVD or VHS DriveRecording from an External Device 1 to move through the items To set the items Advanced Timer Recording4 to select New Timer Programme, then OK To select Stop Recording, then OK2, 1 to make changes If the Overlapped Timer Recording screen appearsPROG/CHECK then 3, 4 to select Programme Then OKMake timer programming on the TV  to turn the unit off Making timer recordings on the televisionStart and end of recording is controlled by TV Guide Plus+ system What is the Guide Plus+ system?Using the Guide Plus+ list View advertisement4 to select Free Word Yellow to displayList of categories Search, then OKAdvanced Disc Playback 4, 2, 1 to select the title you want to watch, then OK4 to select the time, then OK Twice to Jet Search forward. twice to Jet Search in reverse Advanced Video Cassette PlaybackTo fast-forward the tape. to rewind the tape More secondsPress and hold until the shaking stops Press and hold until the picture noise disappearsCH simultaneously Press and hold for about 5 or More secondsPlaying Music files and Still Pictures Jpeg 2, 1 to select Set, then Show Album View screen2, 1 to select an album Playing still pictures2, 1 to select the picture To select Zoom in, then OK4 to select Rotate Right or Rotate LEFT, then OK 4 to select Properties, thenWith the unit stopped Convenient FunctionsFunction Menu Display Change which drive is usedPress and hold ¥ Direct TV REC for 1 second What is Viera Link Hdavi Control? VIERALinkWhat is Q Link? QLink ≥This unit supports Hdavi Control 5 functionEasy control only with Viera remote control 4 to select Audio Description, then OK Information MessagesTo show the screen information 4 to select Audio Description 1 to select Auto, then ReturnStatus Several times to cycle through available displays Entering TextTo change the category Entering textTitle Operations Accessing the Title ViewTitles-Editing Refer to Title Operations rightPress 1 Play to start play Set up Protection/Cancel Protection RAM +R +RDL +RWPartial Delete Press OK at the point you want to use asAccessing the Chapter View Chapters-Creating and EditingChapter Operations Creating Playlists Accessing the Playlist ViewCreating, Editing and Playing Playlists Editing Playlists/ChaptersEdit Chapter ViewChapter Operations Accessing the Album still picture/Picture View Still Pictures-EditingAlbum still picture/Picture Operations Properties RAM -R -RDL CD USB Deleting still pictures using Delete NavigatorSet up Protection/Cancel Protection 5a Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the item, then press Delete ¢Copying Titles or Playlists Copying Titles VHS DVDCancel all registered copying setting and lists Copying Titles or Playlists DVD VHSRegister titles and playlists for copy DVD-V VHS When the top menu is displayedCopying list icons and functions Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the title you want to startMenu is automatically displayed Copying Still PicturesRAM RAM Register still pictures for copyPress and hold Return for 3 seconds To select another folderSetting On-Screen Display Accessing the On-Screen DisplayCopy NR Picture Menu RAM -R -RDL -RW‹V› +R +RDL +RW DVD-V -RW‹VR›Playback NR Sound MenuAccessing the Management Menus DVD ManagementFinalising RDL -RW‹V› +R +RDL Create Top Menu +RWSetup Menu Channel SettingsAccessing the Setup Menu Signal Condition DVB Auto Setup by Signal Quality DVB Auto Setup by RegionDVB Manual Tuning Signal StrengthPlayback/Recording and Picture Settings Sound and Display Settings Connection Settings VHS Settings System Settings Software Update Search Now System UpdateSoftware Update in Standby Default SettingsOther Settings Using the Unit’s Remote Control to Operate the TVChild Lock Additional Connections Adding an Amplifer or Receiver Using an Audio Cable not includedUsing an Optical Digital Audio Cable not included Insert fully with this side up Do not bend cable sharplyReceiver Discs Frequently Asked QuestionsSetup Guide Plus+What can or cannot be done using the USB port on this unit? Mpeg PCMMessages On the Unit’s DisplayOn the TV Troubleshooting Guide To Reset This UnitGeneral Issues Power General Issues DisplaysGeneral Issues Operation General IssuesGeneral Issues DVB-T General Issues USB Playback Issues PicturePlayback Issues Sound Playback Issues OperationPlayback Issues VHS Sound Playback Issues MusicPlayback Issues VHS Picture Playback Issues VHS PlayRecording Issues VHS Recording Cannot format Editing IssuesCopying, deleting, and setting protection takes a long time Cannot delete chaptersSpecifications DVD-R SLGlossary Sampling frequency Signal QualityProtection ThumbnailThis Unit is Intended for USE in Moderate Climates For business users in the European Union Index
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