Panasonic DMR-EH68, DMR-EH58 Advanced recording, Recording modes and approximate recording times

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Advanced recording

Recording modes and approximate recording times

Depending on the content being recorded, the recording times may become shorter than indicated. (The times provided on this chart are an estimate.)

Recording Mode

HDD

DVD-RAM

DVD-R

DVD-R DL§3

+R DL§3

 

 

 

 

 

DVD-RW

(8.5 GB)

(8.5 GB)

 

[EH58]

[EH68]

Single-

Double-

 

+R

 

 

 

(250 GB)

(320 GB)

sided

sided§1

+RW

 

 

 

 

 

(4.7 GB)

(9.4 GB)

(4.7 GB)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

XP (High picture

55 hours

71 hours

1 hour

2 hours

1 hour

1 hour 45 min.

1 hour 45 min.

quality recording

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

mode)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SP (Standard

110 hours

142 hours

2 hours

4 hours

2 hours

3 hours 35 min.

3 hours 35 min.

recording mode)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LP (Long

221 hours

284 hours

4 hours

8 hours

4 hours

7 hours 10 min.

7 hours 10 min.

recording mode)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

EP (Extra long

441 hours

567 hours

8 hours

16 hours

8 hours

14 hours 20 min.

 

recording mode)§4

(331 hours§2)

(426 hours§2)

(6 hours§2)

(12 hours§2)

(6 hours§2)

(10 hours 45 min.§2)

 

FR (Flexible

441 hours

567 hours

8 hours

8 hours

8 hours

14 hours 20 min.

Approximately

Recording

maximum

maximum

maximum

maximum

maximum

 

9 hours with video

Mode)§4

 

 

 

for one side

 

 

quality equivalent

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

to LP mode.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

§1 It is not possible to record or play continuously from one side of a double sided disc to the other. §2 When “Recording time in EP mode” is set to “EP (6 Hours)” in the Setup menu (➡ 58).

The sound quality is better when using “EP (6 Hours)” than when using “EP (8 Hours)”.

§3 You cannot record directly to DVD-R DL and +R DL discs with this unit. The table shows the recording time when copying. [+R]DL] You cannot copy in “EP” or “FR (recordings 5 hours or longer)” mode.

§4 When recording to the HDD in “EP” or “FR (recordings 5 hours or longer)” mode, you cannot perform high-speed copy to +R, +R DL or +RW discs.

≥[RAM] When recording to DVD-RAM using “EP (8 Hours)” mode, play may not be possible on DVD players that are compatible with DVD-RAM. Use “EP (6 Hours)” mode if playback may be on other equipment.

[HDD]

≥You can record up to 499 titles on HDD. (When continuously recording for long durations, titles are automatically divided every 8 hours.)

[RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›]

≥You can record up to 99 titles on one disc.

[+R] [+RW]

≥You can record up to 49 titles on one disc.

Important notes for recording/Advanced recording

FR (Flexible Recording Mode)

You can set FR (Flexible Recording) mode when copying or programming timer recordings.

The unit automatically selects a recording rate between XP and EP (8 Hours) that will enable the recordings to fit in the remaining disc space with the best possible recording quality.

For example with a 90 minute recording to an unused DVD-RAM, the picture quality is adjusted to between “XP” and “SP”. ≥When recording to the HDD, picture quality is automatically adjusted to precisely fit a copied title on a 4.7 GB disc.

≥All the recording modes from XP to EP appear in the display.

REC

When the format confirmation screen is displayed

[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 confirmation screen is displayed. Format the disc to use it. However, all the recorded contents are deleted.

Format

This disc is not formatted properly.

Do you want to format the disc now ?

Yes

 

No

SELECT

OK RETURN

Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [OK].

To format a disc

“Deleting all the contents—Format” (➡ 55)

When removing a recorded disc

[-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL]

The following screen appears when you have not processed the disc for play on other equipment.

Finalise

Finalise the disc so that it can be played on other DVD players.

Note: Recording or Editing is not possible after finalising. This may take up to min.

Press the REC button to start finalise.

Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to exit.

The disc cannot be played on other

DVD players without finalising.

∫To finalise the disc

Press [¥ REC] on the main unit.

≥You cannot stop this process once you have started it.

≥If you want to set the background, play menu select or provide a disc name, select “Top Menu” (➡ 56), “Auto-Play Select” (➡ 56) or “Disc Name” (➡ 54) in “DVD Management” before finalising.

∫To open the tray without disc finalisation

Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit.

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Contents Model No. DMR-EH68 RQT9075-LExample How to replace the fuse If you see this symbolFor Saudi Arabia Before useTable of contents Remote control information Included accessoriesBatteries UseUnit care HDD Hard disk drive handling careHandling care/Unit care IncludedControl reference guide Remote controlAustraliaandN.Z Turn the unit onMain unit 1Standby/on switch Í/IUnit’s display Control reference guideRead Connecting a televisionAC Mains Lead on Before ConnectionThis unit’s rear panel Requiredsetting ConnectionRegarding Viera Link Hdavi ControlTM function DVD Country setting screen appears on the televisionNumbered Buttons ReturnHDD and disc information HDD and discs you can use for recording and playRecording format Play-only discs Discs that cannot be playedHDD and disc information USB memories you can use on this unit USB memory and card informationCards you can use on this unit EH68 HDD and disc information/USB memory and card informationRegarding DivX files, MP3 files and still pictures Jpeg Structure of folders displayed by this unitMP3 Inserting discs Media handling Disc/USB memory/SD cardInserting, removing the USB memory Inserting, removing the SD card EH68Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Press W X CH to select the channel Recording television programmesPress ¥ REC to start recording To specify a time to stop recording- One Touch RecordingPress OK Timer recording using G-CODEsystem ForAustraliaandN.ZPress G-Code ProgrammeDeleting during play Deleting titlesImportant notes for recording When removing a recorded disc When the format confirmation screen is displayedAdvanced recording Recording modes and approximate recording timesPress F Rec Flexible RecordingPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select Start and press OK Playing while you are recordingCopying from a video cassette recorder Manual recordingDV automatic recording DV Auto Rec Manually programming timer recordings Advanced timer recordingTo cancel recording when recording has already begun To release the unit from recordingCheck, change or delete a programme Advanced timer recordingRelief Recording Auto Renewal RecordingAdvanced playback Operation during playChanging audio during play To sort the titles for easy searching Switching the Direct Navigator appearanceTo play grouped titles HDD To edit the group of titles HDDPlaying DivX video contents Playing DivX, MP3 and still picturesShowing the menu screen Show MP3 Menu screen Playing MP3 filesPress 1 while a track is highlighted to display Tree screen Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select a group and pressShow Album View screen Playing still picturesPress 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 playTo play music CD Playing musicUseful functions during music play To play music recorded on HDDConvenient functions Function Menu windowTo pause the TV programme you are watching-Pause Live TV Power off link Power on linkLinked operations with the TV Viera Link Hdavi ControlTM Download from the TVUsing the Function Easy control only with Viera remote controlMenu window to Operate this unitEditing titles/chapters and playing chapters Editing titles/chaptersPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the chapter If you select Chapter ViewCancel Protection Set up Protection §Title operations Partial DeleteCreating playlists Creating, editing and playing playlistsPress 2, 1 to select the source title PressPlaylist operations Editing and playing playlists/chaptersAdd Chapter MoveEditing still pictures Jpeg Editing still pictures and musicSelect the album to be edited and press Option Album still picture and picture operationDeleting still pictures and music using Delete Navigator Editing musicAlbum CD/group MP3 and track CD/ MP3 operation Entering text Show Enter Name screenPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select a character and press OK Copying titles or playlists Approximate copying times Max. speedEntering text/Copying titles or playlists Press Function Menu Press 3, 4 to select Copy and press OK CopyPress 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 Set Copy Time Setting the unit to copy according to the set timePress 3, 4 to select Start Copying and press OK To edit the copying listCopying SD Video from a video equipment EH68 Copying SD Video from an SD card EH68VIDEO§ HDD DVD-RAM VIDEO§Copying still pictures Copying using the copying listPress 2, 1 to select Yes Register still pictures for copyPress OK to start copying Copying still picturesAbout the Gracenote Database Copying music to HDDCopying music from a CD Copying music from a USB memoryPreparing the update data To update the Gracenote DatabasePress 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 messageCommon procedures Disc menu-Setting the disc contentPress Status Status messagesSetting the protection Common proceduresHDD, disc and card management Press 3, 4 to select HDDDeleting all titles and playlists-Delete all titles Deleting all the contents-FormatEnabling discs to be played on other equipment-Finalise Selecting the background style-Top MenuCreating Top Menu-Create Top Menu HDD, disc and card managementTuning Changing the unit’s settingsDisc Picture SoundDisplay Connection Others Television operation Other SettingsTest by turning on the television and changing channels Child LockConnecting a television with S Video terminals Connecting a television with Component Video terminalsAdditional connections Connecting a stereo amplifier Connecting an amplifier with a digital input terminalConnecting with an Hdmi compatible television and receiver Additional connectionsAdditional connections Connecting a television and VCRRead AC Mains Lead on Before ConnectionUSB Frequently asked questionsMessages On the televisionFunction Menu Messages On the unit’s display Troubleshooting guide Troubleshooting guide Troubleshooting guide Timer recording does not stop Recording, timer recording and copying Cannot recordEven when is pressed When copying, it takes a longSD EH68 CD VCD USB turn off the power To reset this unit To return all the settings other Copying, deleting and settingPreset To reset the ratings levelSafety precautions EH58 SpecificationsForAsia ForAustraliaandN.Z ForMiddleEast ForMiddleEast Tuner system Channel coverageRGB GlossarySampling frequency Glossary1080i 1080pWeb Site http//panasonic.net RQT9075-L Index
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