Panasonic DMR-EA38V Unit Care, Maintenance, When the unit is not to be used for a long time

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.

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1)Read these instructions.

2)Keep these instructions.

3)Heed all warnings.

4)Follow all instructions.

5)Do not use this apparatus near water.

6)Clean only with dry cloth.

7)Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8)Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifi ers) that produce heat.

9)Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fi t into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10)Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11)Only use attachments/accessories specifi ed by the manufacturer.

12)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table

specifi ed by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13)Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14)Refer all servicing to qualifi ed service personnel. Servicing is

required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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Unit Care

The precision parts in the unit are readily affected by the environment, especially temperature, humidity, and dust. Cigarette smoke also can cause malfunction or breakdown.

Do not place the unit on amplifi ers or equipment that may become hot. The heat can damage the unit.

The unit should not be installed or operated near large magnets or electromagnetic devices. Such devices can damage pre-recorded VHS recordings.

Do not place any heavy objects on top of the unit.

The unit should not be mounted in a vertical position. It’s designed to operate in the horizontal position.

Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray and cassette compartment are empty. Failure to do so will risk severely damaging the disc, tape and the unit.

Cautions about condensation

Maintenance

To clean the unit

Wipe with a soft, dry cloth.

Never use alcohol, thinner or benzine to clean the unit.

Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully read the instructions that came with the cloth.

To clean the DVD lens

Dust and dirt may adhere to the unit’s lens over time, possibly making it impossible to record or play discs.

Use the DVD lens cleaner about once every year, depending on frequency of use and the operating environment.

Carefully read the lens cleaner’s instructions before use.

DVD lens cleaner: RP-CL720PP

To clean the video heads

Dirt on the video heads can cause poor recording and play.

If the picture does not improve, use a head-cleaning cassette. If the problem persists, seek advice from a qualifi ed service person.

Head-cleaning cassette: NV-TCL30PT

Condensation can cause unreliable playback of recordings.

Condensation may form in the following cases,

The unit is brought from cold surroundings into a well-heated room. The unit is suddenly brought from cool surroundings, such as an air-

conditioned room or car, to a place which is hot and humid. During rainy seasons.

In any of the above-mentioned conditions, do not operate the unit for at least 2 hours. The unit is not equipped with a moisture sensor.

When the unit is not to be used for a long time

To save power, unplug the AC power supply cord from the household AC outlet. The unit consumes a small amount of power even when it is turned off.

Standby power consumption

 

 

Front Display (

57)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Automatic

 

Bright

 

 

 

 

 

Quick Start ( 53)

On

Approx. 13.3 W

 

Approx. 13.3 W

 

 

 

 

Off

Approx. 1.3 W

 

Approx. 3.1 W

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents If you have any questions contact Warranty can be found onRQT9058-P Region number supported by this unitRisk of Electric Shock Do not Open PrecautionsMaintenance When the unit is not to be used for a long timeUnit Care Table of Contents, Accessories To order accessories, refer to Accessory Purchases on AccessoriesRemote Control Information About batteries Using the remote controlUnit’s display Control Reference GuideMain Unit Unit’s DisplayRear Panel Remote ControlBasic Connection Connecting to a Television and a Set Top BoxRegarding Hdavi Control function Rear of TVHdmi cable Audio/video cable Setting the Set Top Box Control and Clock ,  to select Test, then OK Repeat steps 10-11 to change other items 11 ,  to change the settingAcquiring the setting information from the TV Viera To confi rm new date and timeMedia Handling Playing a Disc Stopping Play Pausing PlayTo turn the unit on To select the DVD driveVHS indicator lights up on the unit Playing a Video CassettePress  Stop Press  Pause Press again to restart play To select desired channel To select the recording modeTo start recording Pausing Recording Recording Set Top Box ProgramsWhen you have fi nished programming Scheduled RecordingUnit is turned off − or − − If you press  STOP, you can cancel copyingCopying Recordings SecondsCopying Recordings DVD VHS Press and hold for about 3 secondsDelete Navigator Important Once deleted, contents cannot be recoveredDeleting Recordings  to select Delete then OKImportant Notes for Recording Yes12 cm 5 Advanced Recording DVD Recording Modes and Estimated Disc Recording TimeVHS Recording Modes and Estimated Recording Time When the format confirmation screen is displayed When removing a recorded disc to select Yes, then OK , , ,  to select the recording to play, then OK Repeatedly until the desired time is reached, , ,  to select Start, then OK Play at least 20 seconds after recording starts to select Stop recording, then OK To cancel a scheduled recording ProgressAdvanced Scheduled Recording To select the driveRecording from an External Device Recording from a DV Camcorder When DV camcorder connection screen does not appearWhen recording finishes  to select Record to DVD thenAdvanced Disc Playback ,  to select Zoom In, then, , ,  to select an item, then Play Press and hold To select the audio,  to select the time, then Playing Playlists View ChaptersPlaylist Properties ,  to select a group, then Playing MP3sTo select the DVD or USB drive  while a track is highlighted to display the tree screen, , ,  to select an album, then OK Playing Still Pictures Jpeg, , ,  to select an album ,  to select Start Slideshow, then OK,  to select Zoom In, then OK,  to select Slideshow w/ SNDTRK, then OK Advanced Video Cassette Playback To fast-forward the tape To rewind the tapePress and hold for about 2 seconds Press and hold for about 5 or more seconds Repeatedly, to select the audio optionSimultaneously Press Status to cycle through available displays To display on-screen indicatorsOn-screen Display Indicators for Video Cassette Playback Status Messages,  to select a menu item, then OK When you’ve fi nished Entering textFunctions Window Entering TextPress PLAY2, Direct NAVIGATOR, SCHEDULE, etc What is Viera Link Hdavi Control?Then OK Easy control only with Viera Remote ControlUsing the Control Panel When not using Hdavi Control,  to select Edit Name then Recordings−Editing, , ,  to select a recording To display the menu list,  to select Change Divide  to select Yes, then,  to select Divide Recording At the point you want toStill Pictures−Editing Delete Album/Delete Picture Set Protection/Cancel Protection,  to select Yes or No, then  ,  to select Album Name, then OKCopying Still Pictures Deleting an album Deleting Still Pictures,  to select Delete then OK 4a , , ,  to select the album, then DeleteChapters−Creating, Editing ,  to select DVD Management or Card Management, then OK DVD and Card ManagementTo select the drive DVD or ,  select Disc Name, thenFormatting Discs or Cards Message appears when deleting is fi nishedTo complete Deleting All RecordingsFinalizing ,  to select Create DVD TopMenu, then  to select Start, then OK Selecting Whether to Show the Top Menu FirstPlay Menu Setting DVD On-Screen MenusAccessing the DVD On-Screen Menus Disc MenuOther Menu Language code listVideo Menu Audio MenuSetup Menus IR SettingsBox Type, then OK ,  to select Quick Start, then ,  to select Setup, then Press To confi rm new date and time and to initiate the clock,  to select Menu Language, then OK Settings for Playback,  to select Subtitle Language, then OK ,  to select Audio Language, then OK,  to select Output Level ,  to select Lighter orDarker, then Status Messages ,  to select PCM Down Conversion, then OKDigital Audio Output Select Audio Channel For DV Input,  to select Display, then  ,  to select CC reset, then,  to select Automatic or Off, then OK ,  to select Set, then OK ,  to select On, then OKTV Aspect TV settings for DVD-RAMTV settings for DVD-Video Component Output SignalFunctions of Hdmi ,  to select Hdmi Priority, then OKT180, then OK ,  to select VHS, then ,  to select Select Tape Length, then OKEnter the code from the table Other SettingsPoint the remote control at the TV or Set Top Box On the right using the numberedSatellite Receiver / Digital Video Recorder Combination Remote Control Codes for the Set Top Box Cable BoxSatellite Receiver Cable Box/Digital Video Recorder CombinationRed WhiteYellowincluded Connection Options for Improved Playback QualityDVD output and DVD/VHS output TerminalRedWhiteYellow ComponentVideo cables Using an Hdmi High Definition Multimedia Interface Cable Rear of Amplifier or System ComponentRear of Amplifier or System Component Rear of TV Usable Discs for Recording and Playback Disc InformationPlay-only Discs Discs that Cannot be PlayedMedia Care  Compatible USB memories SD Card and USB Memory InformationUSB memories you can use with this unit SD Cards Usable with this UnitStill Picture Jpeg Information How to structure MP3 foldersMP3s and Still Pictures Jpeg MP3 File InformationFrequently Asked Questions SetupDiscs USB RecordingOn the Unit’s Display Error MessagesOn the TV Press and hold both buttons for about 5 seconds Troubleshooting GuidePower Press and hold for more than 10 seconds To open the disc trayFollowing does not indicate a problem with the unit General IssuesOperation USB Picture Playback IssuesSound Tracks No subtitles VHS Troubleshooting Guide Editing Issues Recording IssuesGlossary DVD-RW SpecificationsProduct information Product ServiceLimited Warranty Limited WarrantyDel aparato Integrando el Convertidor y el Power para encender el aparatoReferencia rápida en español Spanish Quick Reference Ajuste del controlConsejos prácticos ,  para seleccionar el elemento, luego OKPara confi rmar una nueva fecha y hora Reproducción de discos o videocasetesDeseado Copiar Oprima y mantengaPara copiar sin fi nalizar  para seleccionar Borrar, y luego OKPanasonic Puerto Rico, Inc Index
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