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Adjust the audio quality

(Sound menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Adjust the picture quality

(Picture menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Album (CD)

Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Album (Still picture)

Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Angle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Aspect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Audio

Digital broadcast

(DVB Multi Audio) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Auto Renewal Recording . . . . . . . . . . 26 AV2 Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Change Thumbnail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Channel

Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28, 38 Chasing playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Child Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Cleaning

Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Main unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Clock Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Connection

Aerial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 70–71 Amplifier, system component,

receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 DV input terminal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 69 Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 68–71 Video cassette recorder . . . . . . . . 70–71

Copy

Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 SD Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Still picture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Title/Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Copy (playlist) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 CPRM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Create Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28, 39 Create playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Delete

Album (CD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Album (Still picture) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 All titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39, 41 Group (MP3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Still picture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Track (MP3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Digital Audio Output settings . . . . 62, 64 Digital broadcast

Digital channel information . . . . . . . . . 15 DVB Multi Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 New service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 63 Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Select the channel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Signal Condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 System Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Direct Navigator . . . . . . . . . 29, 32, 38, 42

Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–11

Display

Digital channel information . . . . . . . . . 15 Status messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Divide Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 DivX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 30–31, 84 DV automatic recording . . . . . . . . . . . 23 DVB Multi Audio

Select audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Edit

Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Music on HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Still picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Enabling discs to be played on other equipment - Finalise . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Finalise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58, 84 Flexible Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57, 84 FR (Flexible Recording Mode) . . . . . . . 21 FUNCTION MENU window . . . . . . . . . . 35

G-CODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Gracenote® database . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Group (MP3)

Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

HDAVI Control. . . . . . . . . 8, 36–37, 64, 69

HDMI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 64, 69, 84

High Speed Copy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Initialize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

JPEG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 32–33, 84

Language

Code list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Disc menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Soundtrack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54, 61 Subtitle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54, 61

LPCM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62, 84

Manual Skip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Menu

DivX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30–31

MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Mode

Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Still Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 31, 84

Copy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31, 34

Music on HDD

Copy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Name

Album (CD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Album (Still picture) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Entering text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Group (MP3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24, 39

New service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 63

Partial Delete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Pause Live TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

VIERA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Power Save . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Progressive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54, 84

Properties

Music on HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Playlist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Still picture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33, 42 Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Protection

Album (Still picture) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Still picture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Quick Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Quick View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Ratings level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20, 61 Auto Renewal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 DV automatic recording. . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Flexible Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Important notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Relief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 24–27

Relief Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Remote control code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Repeat Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34, 54 Resume play function . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

SD card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Select channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Signal Condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Simultaneous rec and play . . . . . . . . . 22 Soundtrack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Still picture

Copy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Subtitle

Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Switch the audio/subtitles on the disc (Disc menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

System Update. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Time Slip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 24–27 Tuning

Analogue broadcast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Digital broadcast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

TV Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 TV System (PAL/NTSC) . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

USB

 

Copy (Music)

. . . . . . . . . . 52

Copy (SD Video)

. . . . . . . . . . 49

Copy (Still picture)

. . . . . . . . . . 50

Insert

. . . . . . . . . . 14

Play

. . . . . . . . . . 30

Supported formats

. . . . . . . . . . 12

VIERA Link

8, 36–37, 64, 69

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Contents Region numbers are allocated to DVD Recorders DVD-Video according to where they areExample If you see this symbol Inside of productTable of contents Included accessories Remote control informationRemote control Batteries AC mains lead RF coaxial cable BatteriesHDD Hard disk drive handling care Unit careHandling care/Unit care IncludedRemote control Control reference guideStandby/on switch /I Main unitUnit’s display Control reference guideConnecting a television Regarding Viera Link Hdavi ControlTM functionChannel reception settings and TV aspect settings When clock setting screen is displayedPress 3, 4 to select the TV aspect and press OK Press 3, 4 to select your region and press OKHDD and discs you can use for recording and play HDD and disc informationRecording format Discs that cannot be played Play-only discsHDD and disc information USB memory and card information USB memories you can use on this unitCards you can use on this unit EX88 Suitable SD cardsRegarding DivX files, MP3 files and still pictures Jpeg Structure of folders displayed by this unitDivX files, MP3 files and still pictures Jpeg Information/RegardingMedia handling Disc/USB memory/SD card Inserting discsInserting, removing the USB memory Inserting, removing the SD card EX88If New service message appears Watching analogue and digital broadcastsSelect the channel Digital channel informationPlaying recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Recording television programmes Press ¥ REC to start recordingTo specify a time to stop recording One Touch RecordingTimer recording To cancel a timer recording on the TV Guide ScreenTimer icon Press GuidePress Function Menu Deleting titlesPress 3, 4 to select Delete Important notes for recording When the format confirmation screen is displayed When removing a recorded discAdvanced recording Recording modes and approximate recording timesFlexible Recording Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select Start and press OKPlaying while you are recording Press 1 Play during recordingCopying from a video cassette recorder Manual recordingDV automatic recording DV Auto Rec Start play on the other equipmentAdvanced timer recording Manually programming timerUsing G- Code system to make timer RecordingsTo release the unit from recording standby To cancel recording when recording has already begunCheck, change or delete a programme Relief Recording Advanced timer recordingAuto Renewal Recording Operations in the TV Guide system Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the programmeBasic operations Selecting the programme from the desiredAdvanced playback Operation during playChanging audio during play Press AudioSwitching the Direct Navigator appearance To sort the titles for easy searchingTo play grouped titles HDD To edit the group of titles HDDPlaying DivX, MP3 and still pictures Playing DivX video contentsShowing the menu screen Playing MP3 files Show MP3 Menu screenPress 1 while a track is highlighted to display Tree screen Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select a group and pressPlaying still pictures Show Album View screenPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the album and press OK Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the still picture and press OKRotate Useful functions during still picture playPlaying DivX, MP3 and still pictures Playing music To play music CDTo play music recorded on HDD Useful functions during music playFunction Menu window Convenient functionsTo pause the TV programme you are watching-Pause Live TV What is Viera Link Hdavi Control? Linked operations with the TV Viera Link Hdavi ControlTM≥This unit supports Hdavi Control 3 function Code etcEasy control only with Viera remote control Using the FunctionMenu window to Operate this unitEditing titles/chapters Editing titles/chapters and playing chaptersPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the title Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the chapterSet up Protection § Cancel Protection §Title operations Partial DeleteCreating, editing and playing playlists Creating playlistsPress 2, 1 to select the source title and press Press ReturnEditing and playing playlists/chapters Playlist operationsAdd Chapter MoveEditing still pictures and music Editing still pictures JpegSelect the album to be edited and press Option Album still picture and picture operationEditing music Deleting still pictures and music using Delete NavigatorAlbum CD/group MP3 and track CD/ MP3 operation Show Enter Name screen Entering textPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select a character and press OK Approximate copying times Max. speed Copying titles or playlistsEntering text/Copying titles or playlists Copy Press Function Menu Press 3, 4 to select Copy and press OKPress 3, 4 to select the title you want to copy and press Press 2, 1 to select Start and press OKCopying using the copying list- Advanced Copy Setting the unit to copy according to the set time Set Copy TimePress 3, 4 to select Start Copying and press OK To edit the copying listCopying SD Video from an SD card Copying SD Video from a video equipment EX88VIDEO§ HDD DVD-RAM VIDEO§Copying using the copying list Copying still picturesRegister still pictures for copy Press 2, 1 to select YesPress OK to start copying Copying still picturesCopying music to HDD About the Gracenote DatabaseCopying music from a CD Copying music from a USB memoryTo update the Gracenote Database Preparing the update dataPress 2, 1 to select Yes and press OK to start copying Updating the database on this unitUsing on-screen menus Using on-screen menus/Status messagePress Display Using on-screen menus/Status message Status messagesPress Status Sound menu-Change the DVB multi audio and sound effectCommon procedures Setting the protectionHDD, disc and card management Providing a name for a discDeleting all the contents-Format Deleting all titles and playlists-Delete all titlesEnabling discs to be played on other equipment-Finalise Selecting the background style-Top MenuHDD, disc and card management Changing the unit’s settings TuningAuto-Setup Restart Download from TV Settings for Digital ServicesChanging the unit’s settings Settings for Analogue ServicesSignal Condition Manual TuningDisc Picture SoundChanging the unit’s settings DisplayConnection Others Changing the unit’s settings System Update Software Update in StandbySoftware Update Search Now Default SettingsTelevision operation Other SettingsChild Lock Connecting a television with S Video terminals Connecting a television with Component Video terminalsAdditional connections Video cable Audio/Video cableConnecting an amplifier with a digital input terminal Connecting a stereo amplifierConnecting with an Hdmi compatible television and receiver Additional connectionsConnecting a television and VCR Connecting an Analogue television and VCRAdditional connections RFcoaxial cableAC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz Connecting a Digital television and VCRIncluded Cooling fan Frequently asked questions Set upCover 10-11USB TV GuideMusic On the television MessagesFunction Menu On the unit’s display MessagesTroubleshooting guide Guide Troubleshooting guide Troubleshooting guide Password You want to cancel the ratingsPlay Play fails to start even when Play is pressedCopying, deleting and setting UpdatedSome channels. No Signal Still pictures Cannot display Direct NavigatorTo reset this unit To return all the settings other PresetTo reset the ratings level To restore the unit if it freezesGuide/Specifications SpecificationsTroubleshooting Glossary Glossary RGBSafety precautions Safety precautions Gracenote Corporate DescriptionGracenoteR End-User License Agreement USE of this Product Implies Acceptance of the Terms belowIndex

DMR-EX78 specifications

The Panasonic DMR-EX78 is a versatile and feature-rich digital video recorder that has gained a reputation for its reliability and performance in the home entertainment landscape. Designed to enhance the viewing experience, this model combines various technologies to provide users with a seamless and enjoyable way to record, store, and playback their favorite television programs and films.

One of the standout features of the Panasonic DMR-EX78 is its built-in hard disk drive (HDD), which offers substantial storage capacity. With a capacity of 160GB, users can record multiple hours of programming, making it an ideal choice for families or individuals who enjoy binge-watching shows. The HDD also allows for quick access to recorded content, ensuring that viewers can easily locate and enjoy their favorite programs.

The DMR-EX78 supports various recording formats, including high-definition and standard-definition, which enables users to capture content in the best possible quality. It also features an advanced timer recording function that allows for easy scheduling of recordings, ensuring that no favorite show goes unwatched.

One of the key technologies incorporated into the DMR-EX78 is its digital tuner, which provides excellent reception of both terrestrial and cable broadcasts. This feature allows users to access a wide range of channels without the need for additional equipment. Furthermore, the device supports Freeview, offering an extensive selection of free-to-air channels, further enhancing the viewing experience.

The DMR-EX78 is equipped with an intuitive user interface that simplifies navigation and enhances usability. Its straightforward menu design makes it easy for users to manage recorded content, edit video files, and schedule new recordings. Additionally, the built-in Dolby Digital sound technology ensures an immersive audio experience, making films and shows more engaging.

Connectivity options on the Panasonic DMR-EX78 include HDMI output, which enables high-definition video transmission to compatible televisions, and USB ports for easy connection of external devices. This allows users to expand their multimedia library by playing back content from USB memory sticks or external hard drives.

Overall, the Panasonic DMR-EX78 stands out as a comprehensive multimedia hub that combines advanced recording capabilities, robust storage, and user-friendly features. Its blend of technology and functionality makes it a valuable addition to any entertainment setup, catering to the needs of modern viewers. Whether recording a live event or enjoying previously captured content, the DMR-EX78 delivers a reliable and enjoyable user experience.
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