Panasonic DMR-EH58, DMR-EH68 operating instructions Glossary, Rgb

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Glossary

Bitstream

This is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 channel) before it is decoded into its various channels.

CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media)

CPRM is technology used to protect broadcasts that are allowed to be recorded only once. Such broadcasts can be recorded only with CPRM compatible recorders and discs.

Decoder

A decoder restores the coded audio signals on DVDs to normal. This is called decoding.

DivX

DivX is a popular media technology created by DivX, Inc. DivX media files contain highly compressed video with high visual quality that maintains a relatively small file size.

Dolby Digital

This is a method of coding digital signals developed by Dolby Laboratories. Apart from stereo (2-channel) audio, these signals can also be multi-channel audio. A large amount of audio information can be recorded on one disc using this method.

When recording on this unit Dolby Digital (2 channel) is the default audio.

Down-mixing

This is the process of remixing the multi-channel audio found on some discs into two channels. It is useful when you want to listen to the 5.1-channel audio recorded on DVDs through your television’s speakers. Some discs prohibit down-mixing and this unit can then only output the front two channels.

Drive

In the instance of this unit, this refers to the hard disk (HDD), disc (DVD) and SD card (SD)([EH68]). These perform the reading and

writing of data.

DTS (Digital Theater Systems)

This surround system is used in many movie theaters. There is good separation between the channels, so realistic sound effects are possible.

Dynamic range

Dynamic range is the difference between the lowest level of sound that can be heard above the noise of the equipment and the highest level of sound before distortion occurs.

Dynamic range compression means reducing the gap between the loudest and softest sounds. This means you can listen at low volumes but still hear dialogue clearly.

Film and video

DVD-Videos are recorded using either film or video. This unit can determine which type has been used, then uses the most suitable method of progressive output.

Film:

Recorded at 25 frames per second (PAL discs) or 24

 

frames per second (NTSC discs). (NTSC discs

 

recorded at 30 frames per second as well.)

 

Generally appropriate for motion picture films.

Video:

Recorded at 25 frames/50 fields per second. (PAL

 

discs) or 30 frames/60 fields per second (NTSC discs).

 

Generally appropriate for TV drama programmes or

 

animation.

Finalise

Aprocess that makes play of a recorded CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, etc. possible on equipment that can play such media. You can finalise DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL on this unit.

After finalising, the disc becomes play-only and you can no longer record or edit. However, finalised DVD-RW can be formatted for recording again.

Folder

This is a place on the hard disk, disc or SD card ([EH68]) where

groups of data are stored together. In the case of this unit, it refers to the place where still pictures (JPEG) and MPEG2 ([EH68]) are stored.

Formatting

Formatting is the process of making media such as DVD-RAM recordable on recording equipment.

You can format DVD-RAM, DVD-RW (only as DVD-Video format), +RW, SD cards ([EH68]) and the HDD or unused +R and +R DL on

this unit.

Formatting permanently deletes all contents.

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Frames and fields

Frames refer to the single images that constitute the video you see on your television. Each frame consists of two fields.

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r

Frame

Field

Field

≥A frame still shows two fields, so there may be some blurring, but picture quality is generally better.

≥A field still shows less picture information so it may be rougher, but there is no blurring.

HDD (Hard disk drive)

This is a mass data storage device used in computers, etc. A disk with a surface that has been treated with magnetic fluid is spun and a magnetic head is brought in close proximity to facilitate the reading and writing of large amounts of data at high speed.

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)

Unlike conventional connections, it transmits uncompressed digital video and audio signals on a single cable. This unit supports high- definition video output [720p (750p), 1080i (1125i), 1080p (1125p)] from HDMI AV OUT terminals. To enjoy high-definition video a high definition compatible television is required.

JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)

This is a system used for compressing/decoding colour still pictures. If you select JPEG as the storage system on digital cameras, etc., the data will be compressed to 1/10–1/100 of its original size. The benefit of JPEG is less deterioration in picture quality considering the degree of compression.

LPCM (Linear PCM)

These are uncompressed digital signals, similar to those found on CDs.

MPEG2 (Moving Picture Experts Group)

A standard for efficiently compressing and expanding colour video. MPEG2 is a compression standard used for DVD and satellite based digital broadcasting. This unit records programmes using MPEG2. SD Video files shot with a Panasonic SD video camera, etc. can be copied to the HDD or a DVD-RAM disc.

MP3 (MPEG Audio Layer 3)

An audio compression method that compresses audio to approximately one tenth of its size without any considerable loss of audio quality.

Pan&Scan/Letterbox

In general, DVD-Video are produced with the intention that they be viewed on a widescreen television (16:9 aspect ratio), so images often don’t fit regular (4:3 aspect ratio) televisions. Two styles of picture, “Pan & Scan” and “Letterbox”, deal with this problem.

Pan & Scan: The sides are cut off so the picture fills the screen.

Letterbox:

Black bands appear at the top and

 

bottom of the picture so the picture

 

itself appears in an aspect ratio of

 

16:9.

Playback control (PBC)

If a Video CD has playback control, you can select scenes and information with menus.

(This unit is compatible with version 2.0 and 1.1.)

Progressive/Interlace

The PAL video signal standard has 576 (or 625) interlaced (i) scan lines, whereas progressive scanning, called 576p (or 625p), uses twice the number of scan lines. For the NTSC standard, these are called 480i (or 525i) and 480p (or 525p) respectively.

Using progressive output, you can enjoy the high-resolution video recorded on media such as DVD-Video.

Your television must be compatible to enjoy progressive video. Panasonic televisions with 576 (625)/50i · 50p, 480 (525)/60i · 60p input terminals are progressive compatible.

Protection

You can prevent accidental deletion by setting writing protection or deletion protection.

RGB

This refers to the three primary colours of light, red (R), green (G), and blue (B) and also the method of producing video that uses them. By dividing the video signal into the three colours for transmission, noise is reduced for even higher quality images.

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Contents Model No. DMR-EH68 RQT9075-LExample For Saudi Arabia If you see this symbolHow to replace the fuse Before useTable of contents Batteries Included accessoriesRemote control information UseHandling care/Unit care HDD Hard disk drive handling careUnit care IncludedAustraliaandN.Z Remote controlControl reference guide Turn the unit onUnit’s display 1Standby/on switch Í/IMain unit Control reference guideAC Mains Connecting a televisionRead Lead on Before ConnectionThis unit’s rear panel Requiredsetting ConnectionRegarding Viera Link Hdavi ControlTM function Numbered Buttons Country setting screen appears on the televisionDVD 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 Cards you can use on this unit EH68 USB memory and card informationUSB memories you can use on this unit 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, removing the USB memory Media handling Disc/USB memory/SD cardInserting discs Inserting, removing the SD card EH68Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Press ¥ REC to start recording Recording television programmesPress W X CH to select the channel To specify a time to stop recording- One Touch RecordingPress G-Code Timer recording using G-CODEsystem ForAustraliaandN.ZPress OK ProgrammeDeleting titles Deleting during playImportant notes for recording Advanced recording When the format confirmation screen is displayedWhen removing a recorded disc Recording modes and approximate recording timesPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select Start and press OK Flexible RecordingPress F Rec Playing while you are recordingCopying from a video cassette recorder Manual recordingDV automatic recording DV Auto Rec To cancel recording when recording has already begun Advanced timer recordingManually programming timer recordings To release the unit from recordingRelief Recording Advanced timer recordingCheck, change or delete a programme Auto Renewal RecordingAdvanced playback Operation during playChanging audio during play To play grouped titles HDD Switching the Direct Navigator appearanceTo sort the titles for easy searching To edit the group of titles HDDPlaying DivX video contents Playing DivX, MP3 and still picturesShowing the menu screen Press 1 while a track is highlighted to display Tree screen Playing MP3 filesShow MP3 Menu screen Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select a group and pressPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the album and press OK Playing still picturesShow Album View screen Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the still picture and press OKUseful functions during still picture play RotateUseful functions during music play Playing musicTo play music CD To play music recorded on HDDConvenient functions Function Menu windowTo pause the TV programme you are watching-Pause Live TV Linked operations with the TV Viera Link Hdavi ControlTM Power on linkPower off link Download from the TVMenu window to Easy control only with Viera remote controlUsing the Function Operate this unitPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the chapter Editing titles/chaptersEditing titles/chapters and playing chapters If you select Chapter ViewTitle operations Set up Protection §Cancel Protection Partial DeletePress 2, 1 to select the source title Creating, editing and playing playlistsCreating playlists PressAdd Chapter Editing and playing playlists/chaptersPlaylist operations MoveSelect the album to be edited and press Option Editing still pictures and musicEditing still pictures Jpeg 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 3, 4 to select the title you want to copy and press CopyPress Function Menu Press 3, 4 to select Copy and press OK Press 2, 1 to select Start and press OKCopying using the copying list- Advanced Copy Press 3, 4 to select Start Copying and press OK Setting the unit to copy according to the set timeSet Copy Time To edit the copying listVIDEO§ HDD DVD-RAM Copying SD Video from an SD card EH68Copying SD Video from a video equipment EH68 VIDEO§Copying using the copying list Copying still picturesPress OK to start copying Register still pictures for copyPress 2, 1 to select Yes Copying still picturesCopying music from a CD Copying music to HDDAbout the Gracenote Database Copying music from a USB memoryPress 2, 1 to select Yes and press OK to start copying To update the Gracenote DatabasePreparing the update data Updating the database on this unitCommon procedures Using on-screen menus/Status messageUsing on-screen menus Disc menu-Setting the disc contentStatus messages Press StatusHDD, disc and card management Common proceduresSetting the protection Press 3, 4 to select HDDDeleting all the contents-Format Deleting all titles and playlists-Delete all titlesCreating Top Menu-Create Top Menu Selecting the background style-Top MenuEnabling discs to be played on other equipment-Finalise HDD, disc and card managementChanging the unit’s settings TuningDisc Picture SoundDisplay Connection Others Test by turning on the television and changing channels Other SettingsTelevision operation Child LockConnecting a television with S Video terminals Connecting a television with Component Video terminalsAdditional connections Connecting with an Hdmi compatible television and receiver Connecting an amplifier with a digital input terminalConnecting a stereo amplifier Additional connectionsRead AC Mains Lead on Before Connecting a television and VCRAdditional connections ConnectionFrequently asked questions USBMessages On the televisionFunction Menu Messages On the unit’s display Troubleshooting guide Troubleshooting guide Troubleshooting guide Even when is pressed Recording, timer recording and copying Cannot recordTimer recording does not stop When copying, it takes a longSD EH68 CD VCD USB turn off the power Preset Copying, deleting and settingTo reset this unit To return all the settings other To reset the ratings level Safety precautions Specifications EH58ForMiddleEast Tuner system Channel coverage ForAsia ForAustraliaandN.Z ForMiddleEastGlossary RGB1080i GlossarySampling frequency 1080pIndex Web Site http//panasonic.net RQT9075-L
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