Panasonic DMR-ES15 manual Table of contents, Included accessories

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Table of contents

Getting started

Caution for AC Mains Lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Included accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 The remote control information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Disc handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Unit care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 STEP 1 Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 STEP 2 Channel reception and TV aspect settings. . . .11 Set up to match your television and remote control . . .12

Recording

Important notes for recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Recording modes and approximate recording times . . . . . . . 15 Disc Insertion/Ejection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Recording television programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

To specify a time to stop recording –One Touch Recording . . 17 Flexible Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Playing while you are recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Using G-CODEsystem to make timer recordings. . . . . . . . . . . 18 Manually programming timer recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 To cancel recording when recording has already begun . . . . 20 To release the programme from recording standby . . . . . . . . 20 Notes on timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Check, change or delete a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Playing back

Playing discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Changing audio during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Operations during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Using menus to play MP3, DivX and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Selecting file type to play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Playing MP3, DivX and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) . . . . . . . . . 24 To select other folder (group) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Useful functions during still picture play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Regarding DivX VOD content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Regarding MP3, DivX and still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and Status message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Using on-screen menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 FUNCTIONS window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Status message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Editing

Deleting titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Using DELETE Navigator to delete titles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Deleting titles during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Editing titles/chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Editing titles/chapters and playing chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Title operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Chapter operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Creating, editing and playing playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Creating playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Editing and playing playlists/chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Playlist operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Chapter operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Copying

Copying from a video cassette recorder . . . . . . . . . . . 34

DV automatic recording DV Auto Rec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Manual recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Convenient functions

Entering text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 DVD Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Common procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Providing a name for a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Setting the protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Deleting all titles and playlists –Delete all titles . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Deleting all the contents of a disc –Format Disc . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Selecting whether to show the Top Menu first

–Auto-Play Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Enabling discs to be played on other equipment –Finalize . . . 37 Creating Top Menu –Create Top Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Enabling the second layer on DL (dual- or double- layer on single side) discs to be recordable –Close First Layer . . . . . . . . . . 37

Child Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Changing the unit’s settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Common procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Summary of settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Resetting channel setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 TV System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Set the clock manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Reference

Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Glossary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back cover

Caution for AC Mains Lead/Table of contents/Included accessories

Included accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.

(Product numbers correct as of February 2006. These may be subject to change.)

For Australia and N.Z.

 

For Asia, Middle East

 

 

and South Africa

1

Remote control

1

Remote control

2 Batteries

1 Audio/video cable

2 RF coaxial cables

 

(EUR7659YA0)

 

(EUR7659YB0)

for remote control

 

 

For Australia and N.Z.

For Asia

For Middle East and South Africa

 

 

 

 

 

 

For Saudi Arabia

 

 

1

AC mains lead

1

AC mains lead

2 AC mains leads

 

 

•For use with this unit only.

Do not use it with other equipment.

Also do not use the cords for other equipment with this unit.

RQT8317

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Contents For Australia and N.Z ExamplePlease keep this manual for future reference This Unit is Intended for USE in Moderate Climates How to replace the fuseFor Middle East and South Africa Before useIncluded accessories Table of contentsBefore Disc informationDiscs you can use for recording and play +R DLInformation Play-only discsDiscs that cannot be played Types of disc for the type of connected TVRemote control information Disc handlingUnit care 9 bl Remote controlControl reference guide Main unitOther connections Ô Connecting a televisionConnection Make sure to use the pair of supplied RF coaxial cablesConnection Connecting a television and VCRConnection Connecting an amplifier with a digital input TerminalConnecting a stereo amplifier Other connectionsChannel reception and TV aspect settings Set up to match your television and remote control While pressing TV, enter the code with the numbered buttons When the following indicator appears on the unit’s displaySet up to match your television and remote control Television operationCprm compatible disc only Important notes for recordingBoth main and secondary audio can be recorded Aspect Widescreen Recorded in 43 aspectDisc Insertion/Ejection When finalizing the discWhen opening the tray without disc finalization Recording modes and approximate recording timesRecording television programmes Press 1 2 CH to select the channelPress * REC to start recording To specify a time to stop recording -One Touch Recording Flexible RecordingPlaying while you are recording Press G-Code Timer recordingUsing G-CODEsystem to make timer recordings To cancel recording when recording has already begun ÔPress PROG/CHECK Manually programming timer recordingsTimer recording Timer iconPress w,q to select Stop Recording and press Enter To cancel recording when recording has already begunTimer recording Press gTo delete a programme To exit the timer recording listCheck, change or delete a programme To change a programmePress Audio Playing discsInsert a disc Ô Press q Play Changing audio during playPlaying discs Operations during playPress e,r to select Menu and press Enter Using menus to play MP3, DivX and still pictures JPEG/TIFFSelecting file type to play Press FunctionsUseful functions during still picture play To select other folder groupPictures Regarding DivX VOD contentUsing menus to play MP3, DivX and still pictures JPEG/TIFF Regarding MP3, DivX and stillPress e, r to select the menu Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and Status messageUsing on-screen menus Press DisplayStatus message Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and Status messageFunctions window Press e,r to select an item and press EnterUsing Delete Navigator to delete titles Deleting titlesDeleting titles during play Editing titles/chapters and playing chapters Editing titles/chaptersEnter Name Title operationsDelete PropertiesCreating playlists Creating, editing and playing playlistsPress e,r,w,q to select the playlist Editing and playing playlists/chaptersPress e,r to select To Others Press e,r to select PlaylistsStart play on the other equipment Copying from a video cassette recorderDV automatic recording DV Auto Rec Manual recordingPress g Set Entering textShow Enter Name screen Press e,r,w,q to select a characterDVD Management Enabling discs to be played on other equipment Finalize Creating Top Menu Create Top MenuClose First Layer Tabs Menus Options Changing the unit’s settingsTo cancel the Child Lock Child LockChild Lock/Changing the unit’s settings Summary of settingsDTS Mpeg Changing the unit’s settingsChanging the unit’s settings Resetting channel setting To change detailed station settingsPress e,r to select Manual Automatic setting Press e,r to select Auto-Setup Restart and press EnterTo change the setting all at once PAL ↔ Ntsc Resetting channel setting/TV SystemSet the clock manually Safety precautionsOn the unit’s display Set the clock manually/Safety precautions/MessagesMessages On the televisionFrequently asked questions Set upPCM Troubleshooting guide RAM Troubleshooting guideTroubleshooting guide RGB GlossaryGlossary/Specifications SpecificationsIndex If you see this symbol
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The Panasonic DMR-ES15 is a versatile and user-friendly DVD recorder that has garnered attention for its excellent functionality and performance in the realm of home entertainment. Released as part of Panasonic’s esteemed lineup, the DMR-ES15 combines cutting-edge technology with user-centric design, making it a popular choice among consumers seeking to enhance their viewing experiences.

One of the standout features of the DMR-ES15 is its ability to record in various formats, including DVD-R, DVD-RW, and DVD-RAM. This flexibility allows users to choose the medium that best suits their needs, whether for permanent archiving or for temporary use. With a built-in 1080p upconversion feature, the DMR-ES15 can enhance the quality of standard DVDs, taking your older movie collection and providing a sharper and clearer visual experience.

The recorder also boasts an intuitive user interface that simplifies the recording process. Its one-touch recording feature allows users to start recording their favorite shows at the press of a button, while the timer recording function enables users to schedule recordings days in advance, ensuring that they never miss an episode of their favorite series.

Another significant aspect of the DMR-ES15 is its compatibility with a variety of video formats, including MPEG-2 and AVCHD. This feature makes it easier to transfer and record content from various sources, such as VHS tapes or digital cameras, into a more manageable and durable DVD format. The unit also includes an onboard editing function, allowing users to cut out unwanted segments of their recordings and create customized viewing experiences.

In terms of connectivity, the DMR-ES15 is equipped with multiple options including composite video, S-video, and audio outputs, making it easy to connect to televisions and audio systems. The machine’s compact design also means that it can fit seamlessly into any entertainment setup without taking up excessive space.

In summary, the Panasonic DMR-ES15 is a robust DVD recorder with a multitude of features that cater to both novice and advanced users alike. Its recording versatility, compatibility with various formats, easy-to-use interface, and solid connectivity options make it a reliable choice for anyone looking to archive their favorite media or explore new possibilities in home entertainment. Whether it’s for personal use or simply enhancing your audiovisual library, the DMR-ES15 stands out as a formidable option in its category.
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