Panasonic DMR-EZ49VEB manual What can or cannot be done using the USB port on this unit?, Mpeg PCM

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Recording

Can I record from a commercially purchased video cassette or DVD?

¾Most commercially sold video cassettes and DVDs are copy protected; therefore, recording is usually not possible.

Can DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL, and +RW recorded on the unit be played on other equipment?

¾You can play these discs on compatible equipment such as DVD players after finalising the disc on this unit.

[+RW] It is not necessary to finalise +RW. To enable play on other DVD players, please use “Create Top Menu” in the DVD Management menu. (> 65)

¾In any case, ability to play a disc depends on the condition of the recording, the quality of the disc, and the capability and format constraints of the DVD player.

¾If you play a DVD-R DL, +R DL or +RW, use compatible equipment. Not all equipment will play those discs.

Can a digital audio signal from the unit be recorded to other equipment?

¾You can record if using the PCM signal. When recording DVD, change the “Digital Audio Output” settings to the following via the Setup menu:

–PCM Down Conversion: “On”

–Dolby Digital: “PCM”

–DTS: “PCM”

–MPEG: “PCM”

However, only

–As long as digital recording from the disc is permitted.

–As long as the recording equipment is compatible with 48 kHz sampling frequency. (> 69)

¾You cannot record MP3 signals.

USB

What can or cannot be done using the USB port on this unit?

¾You can play MP3 or still picture (JPEG) files on a USB memory. (> 42)

¾You can copy still pictures (JPEG) files on a USB memory to DVD-RAM. (> 60)

¾Data on a disc cannot be transferred to a USB memory.

¾Data on a USB memory cannot be edited or a USB memory cannot be formatted on this unit.

¾Some USB memories cannot be used with this unit. (> 17)

¾This unit cannot be connected to a computer and it cannot record to an external device. i.e. an external hard drive via the USB port.

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Contents Region number supported by this unit About descriptions in these operating instructionsExample Easy access to various functions Digital Switchover≥ Connection with Hdmi terminal ≥ Deep Colour Before use How to replace the fuseTable of Contents Safety PrecautionsReference Setting MenusOther Settings Advanced EditingUnit Care Remote Control Information/Unit CareRemote Control Information Using the remote controlMedia Handling Location of Parts/Controls Remote ControlMain Unit Unit’s DisplayRear Panel Pin Scart terminal Connecting to a Television onlyBasic Connection This unitTo record digital satellite programmes Connecting AC mains lead includedWhen the unit is not to be used for a long time To view digital satellite programmesAV2 EXT AV1TV Connecting with a Panasonic TV VieraThis case, make sure to switch the television input to AV Digital Satellite receiverPreparation Setting the Channels and ClockWhen setup has completed, the confirmation screen appears To cancel Auto-SetupDigit PIN number 4 to change the settingPress the numbered Buttons to enter your choice of aUsable Discs for Recording and Playback Disc HandlingRecording Modes and Durations Discs that Cannot be Played Play-only DiscsTypes of disc for the type of connected TV USB memories you can use on this unit USB Memory HandlingRDL CD Music files and Still Pictures JpegMP3 File Information Still Picture JPEG§2 InformationTo directly enter Channels Watching Television to turn the unit on  TV To select desired channel2, 1 to select an item, then OK PlaybackTo select the DVD drive Stopping PlayPlaying a Video Cassette Stopping Play Pausing PlayTo select the VHS drive Insert a cassetteTo start recording Pausing Recording Stopping RecordingRecording Television Programmes Insert a disc or video cassetteProgramming Timer RecordingWhat is FREEVIEWTM? 4, 2, 1 to select the future programme, then OKCopying Titles VHS J DVD Copying Titles One Touch CopyPress and hold for about 3 seconds To copy without finalisingTo copy from a finalised disc ≥When you start copying from the selected titleCopying Titles or Playlists DVD J VHS RAM -R -RDL -RW‹V› -RW‹VR› +R +RDL +RW VHS PreparationTo select Delete, then OK Deleting Titles4 to select Delete, then OK 4 to select Video, then OK 4, 2, 1 to select the title, then PauseRecording Copy-onceBroadcast in multi-channel sound DVD Recording Modes and Durations Advanced RecordingVHS Recording Modes and Durations Press and hold for about 1 second Repeatedly until the desired timeIs reached To select Yes, then OKPlaying while you are recording 4 to select Others, then OK4, 2, 1 to select the title to play, then OK Flexible RecordingTo select the DVD or VHS Drive Recording from a Digital Satellite ReceiverSatellite receiver you have ConnectedRecording from an External Device To select Stop Recording, then OK Advanced Timer Recording4 to select New Timer Programme, then OK 1 to move through the items To set the itemsThen OK If the Overlapped Timer Recording screen appearsPROG/CHECK then 3, 4 to select Programme 2, 1 to make changesMaking timer recordings on the television Make timer programming on the TV  to turn the unit offStart and end of recording is controlled by TV View advertisement What is the Guide Plus+ system?Using the Guide Plus+ list Guide Plus+ systemSearch, then OK Yellow to displayList of categories 4 to select Free Word4, 2, 1 to select the title you want to watch, then OK Advanced Disc Playback4 to select the time, then OK More seconds Advanced Video Cassette PlaybackTo fast-forward the tape. to rewind the tape Twice to Jet Search forward. twice to Jet Search in reversePress and hold for about 5 or More seconds Press and hold until the picture noise disappearsCH simultaneously Press and hold until the shaking stopsPlaying Music files and Still Pictures Jpeg Playing still pictures Show Album View screen2, 1 to select an album 2, 1 to select Set, then4 to select Properties, then To select Zoom in, then OK4 to select Rotate Right or Rotate LEFT, then OK 2, 1 to select the pictureChange which drive is used Convenient FunctionsFunction Menu Display With the unit stopped≥This unit supports Hdavi Control 5 function What is Viera Link Hdavi Control? VIERALinkWhat is Q Link? QLink Press and hold ¥ Direct TV REC for 1 secondEasy control only with Viera remote control 4 to select Audio Description 1 to select Auto, then Return Information MessagesTo show the screen information 4 to select Audio Description, then OKEntering text Entering TextTo change the category Status Several times to cycle through available displaysRefer to Title Operations right Accessing the Title ViewTitles-Editing Title OperationsPress OK at the point you want to use as Set up Protection/Cancel Protection RAM +R +RDL +RWPartial Delete Press 1 Play to start playChapters-Creating and Editing Accessing the Chapter ViewChapter Operations Editing Playlists/Chapters Accessing the Playlist ViewCreating, Editing and Playing Playlists Creating PlaylistsChapter View EditChapter Operations Still Pictures-Editing Accessing the Album still picture/Picture ViewAlbum still picture/Picture Operations 5a Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the item, then press Delete ¢ Deleting still pictures using Delete NavigatorSet up Protection/Cancel Protection Properties RAM -R -RDL CD USBCopying Titles VHS DVD Copying Titles or PlaylistsCopying Titles or Playlists DVD VHS Cancel all registered copying setting and listsRegister titles and playlists for copy Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the title you want to start When the top menu is displayedCopying list icons and functions DVD-V VHSRegister still pictures for copy Copying Still PicturesRAM RAM Menu is automatically displayedTo select another folder Press and hold Return for 3 secondsAccessing the On-Screen Display Setting On-Screen DisplaySound Menu Picture Menu RAM -R -RDL -RW‹V› +R +RDL +RW DVD-V -RW‹VR›Playback NR Copy NRDVD Management Accessing the Management MenusCreate Top Menu +RW Finalising RDL -RW‹V› +R +RDLChannel Settings Setup MenuAccessing the Setup Menu Signal Strength DVB Auto Setup by Signal Quality DVB Auto Setup by RegionDVB Manual Tuning Signal ConditionPlayback/Recording and Picture Settings Sound and Display Settings Connection Settings VHS Settings System Settings Default Settings System UpdateSoftware Update in Standby Software Update Search NowUsing the Unit’s Remote Control to Operate the TV Other SettingsChild Lock Additional Connections Insert fully with this side up Do not bend cable sharply Using an Audio Cable not includedUsing an Optical Digital Audio Cable not included Adding an Amplifer or ReceiverReceiver Guide Plus+ Frequently Asked QuestionsSetup DiscsMpeg PCM What can or cannot be done using the USB port on this unit?On the Unit’s Display MessagesOn the TV To Reset This Unit Troubleshooting GuideGeneral Issues Displays General Issues PowerGeneral Issues General Issues OperationGeneral Issues DVB-T Playback Issues Picture General Issues USBPlayback Issues Operation Playback Issues SoundPlayback Issues VHS Play Playback Issues MusicPlayback Issues VHS Picture Playback Issues VHS SoundRecording Issues VHS Recording Cannot delete chapters Editing IssuesCopying, deleting, and setting protection takes a long time Cannot formatDVD-R SL SpecificationsGlossary Thumbnail Signal QualityProtection Sampling frequencyThis Unit is Intended for USE in Moderate Climates For business users in the European Union Index