Panasonic DMR-EH575 Recording, timer recording and copying Cannot record, Cannot copy, Equipment

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Recording, timer recording and copying

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Cannot record.

You haven’t inserted a disc or the disc you inserted cannot be recorded on. Insert a disc the

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Cannot copy.

unit can record onto.

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The disc is unformatted. Format the disc. [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW]

 

The write-protect tab on the cartridge is set to PROTECT, or the disc is protected with DVD

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Management.

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Some programmes have limitations on the number of times they can be recorded (CPRM).

 

You cannot record when there is not enough space or when the number of titles has reached

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its limit. Delete unwanted titles or use a new disc.

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You cannot directly record to a DVD-R DL or +R DL disc on this unit.

 

Record to the HDD and then copy to the disc.

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[-R]DL] [+R]DL] In the following situations, you cannot copy. Delete unnecessary titles from the

 

HDD and then copy.

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–If there is not enough space available on the HDD (If you will copy titles from the HDD to a

 

 

blank disc and fill the entire disc, HDD disc space equivalent to 4 hours of SP mode

 

 

recording is necessary).

 

 

–If the number of recorded titles and the number of titles to be copied has exceeded 500.

 

You cannot record and copy on finalised discs. However, you can record and copy again if

 

you format DVD-RW.

 

Due to peculiarities of DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL and

 

+RW you may be unable to record onto them if you either insert and remove the disc or

 

 

switch the unit on and off while a disc is loaded, a total of fifty times.

 

DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL and +RW recorded on this unit

 

may not be recordable on other Panasonic DVD Recorders.

 

This unit cannot record to discs containing both PAL and NTSC signals. (However, both types

 

of programmes can be recorded onto the HDD.) Play of discs recorded with both PAL and

 

 

NTSC on another unit is not guaranteed.

 

 

 

 

Cannot record from external

Check that the connection is correct.

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equipment.

Select the input channel (“AV2”, “AV3” or “DV”) for the equipment you have connected.

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Timer recording does not work

The timer programme is incorrect or different timer programme times overlap. Correct the

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properly.

programme.

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The programme is not in timer recording standby. (The timer icon “F” in the timer recording

 

list is not on.)

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Set the clock.

 

 

 

Timer recording does not stop

Make sure that the recording drive is selected. Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the

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even when [] is pressed.

recording drive.

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When using the linked timer recording with external equipment, press [EXT LINK]. (“EXT-L”

 

disappears.)

 

If you start recording immediately after turning on the unit while “Quick Start” is set to “On”,

 

you cannot then stop recording for a few seconds.

 

 

 

 

VPS/PDC does not work.

VPS/PDC will activate when this unit is set to standby mode. While this unit is on, recording

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starts and finishes at times you set initially.

 

VPS/PDC does not work when

If a programme listed in a newspaper or magazine has two SHOWVIEW numbers, use the

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making a timer recording using a

SHOWVIEW number for VPS/PDC.

 

SHOWVIEW number.

 

 

 

 

 

A part or whole of a recorded

If there is a power failure or the plug is disconnected from the household mains socket while

title has been lost.

recording or editing, the title may be lost or the HDD/disc may become unusable.

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You will have to format the disc ([HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+RW]) or use a new disc. We cannot offer

 

any guarantee regarding lost programmes or discs.

 

 

 

 

The programme name and the

There was a programme change after timer recording was set but the recorded title still has

recorded title do not match.

the old programme name.

 

Cannot copy to a DVD-R, etc.

When recording to the HDD, set “Rec for High Speed Copy” to “On” in the Setup menu. (The

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disc using the high speed mode.

default setting is “On”).

 

[+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] If recorded in “EP” or “FR (recordings 5 hours or longer)” mode, you cannot

 

perform high-speed copy.

 

[+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Titles recorded on other Panasonic DVD recorders with “Rec for High

 

Speed Copy” set to “On”, and then copied to the HDD on this unit may not copy to +R, +R DL

 

 

or +RW discs with high-speed copy.

 

 

 

 

When copying, it takes a long

Use a disc that is compatible with high speed recording. Even if the disc is high speed

time even when high speed

recording compatible, the maximum speed may not be possible due to the condition of the

 

mode is selected.

disc.

 

It takes longer than normal to copy many titles.

 

You cannot high speed copy to DVD-R titles longer than 6 hours when using other Panasonic

 

DVD Recorders that are not compatible with EP (8 Hours) mode recording.

 

 

 

 

An unusually loud sound is

When recording or high speed copying to a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video

coming from the rotating DVD-R,

format), +R, +R DL and +RW the sound of the disc rotating may be louder than normal,

 

etc.

however, this is not a problem.

 

 

 

 

The DV automatic recording

If images cannot be recorded or if the recording is aborted, check the connections and DV

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function does not work.

equipment settings.

 

You cannot start recording until the images from the DV equipment appear on the television.

 

Recording may not be performed as desired if the time codes on the tape in the DV

 

equipment are not successive.

 

Depending on the equipment, the DV automatic recording may not operate properly.

 

The audio/video recordings are recorded on other than a DV tape.

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Troubleshooting guide

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Contents Guide Plus+ system is available in the following countries ExampleInside of product This Unit is Intended for USE in Moderate ClimatesTable of contents HDD and discs you can use for recording and play HDD and disc informationDVD Video Recording format DVD-Video formatHDD and disc information +VR +R/+RW Video Recording formatRecording modes and approximate recording times +R DLDiscs that cannot be played Play-only discs 12 cm/8 cmHDD and disc information DVD-RNtsc Ntsc Ntsc TV≤§1 PAL TVImportant notes for recording Important notes for recording/HDD Hard HDD Hard disk drive handling careDisk drive handling care Unit care Disc handlingRemote control information Included accessoriesRemote control information Disc handling/Unit care/Included accessories/TheControl reference guide Remote controlMain unit Standby/on switch Í/IUnit’s display Control reference guideConnecting a television and VCR Connecting a televisionUsing a 21-pin Scart cable Make sure to use the pair of supplied RF coaxial cablesCable ConnectionThan the 21-pin Scart terminal Connecting a stereo amplifier Connecting an amplifier with a digital input terminalOther connections ConnectionRegarding Viera Link Hdavi ControlTM function Connecting with an Hdmi compatible televisionConnecting with an Hdmi compatible television and receiver What is Q Link? What is Viera Link Hdavi Control ?Press and hold ¥ Direct TV REC for 1 second QLinkLinked operations with the TV Viera Link Easy control only with Viera remote controlHdavi ControlTM/Q Link To change the on-screen menu language to English If the clock setting menu appearsPress 3, 4 to select the TV Aspect and press OK Press Guide Guide Plus+ system settingsConfirm the message on the screen Guide Plus+ systemEditing programme lists Guide Plus+ data downloadPress Guide Press Option Press 3, 4 to select Editor and press OKPress 3, 4 to select Setup and press OK Changing the settingsGuide Plus+ system settings Press 3, 4 to select an item and press OKPress 3, 4 to select Progressive Set up to match your television and remote controlTo enjoy progressive video Television operationTest by turning on the television and changing channels Press 3, 4 to select Setup Press OKPress 3, 4 to select To Others Press Function Menu Press OK Press 3, 4 to select OthersPress Drive Select to select the HDD or DVD drive Recording television programmesPress W X CH to select the channel Press ¥ REC to start recordingRecording television programmes Disc Insertion/EjectionTo finalise the disc To open the tray without disc finalisationTo specify a time to stop recording- One Touch Recording Recording settings for High Speed CopyRecording television programmes Press ¥ REC on the main unit to select the recording timePress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select Start and press OK Flexible RecordingPlaying while you are recording Press 1 Play during recordingPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the programme Press OK Timer recordingUsing the Guide Plus+ system to make timer recordings Operations in the Guide Plus+ system Press PROG/CHECK Press 3, 4 to select New TimerPress ShowView Programme and press OKPress Drive Select to select the recording drive and press To cancel recording when recording has already begunPress 2, 1 to select Stop Recording and press OK To release the unit from recording standbyVPS/PDC function Auto Renewal Recording For a successful timer recordingRelief Recording Recording broadcasts from external equipment Making timer recordings on the televisionTurn off this unit Press EXT LinkPlaying recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Quick View Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discsOperations during play Press Audio Changing audio during playPlaying DivX discs, MP3 discs and still pictures Jpeg Playing recorded video contents/Playing playRegarding DivX discs, MP3 discs and still pictures Jpeg Discs, MP3 discs and still pictures JpegPress Direct Navigator Playing DivX discsPress 3, 4 to select the title and press OK Selecting file type to playPlaying DivX discs, MP3 discs and still pictures Jpeg Regarding DivX VOD contentDivX R Video On Demand Display the unit’s registration codePlaying still pictures Playing MP3 discsPress 3, 4 to select the track and press OK Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the still picture and press OKPress 3, 4 to select Zoom in and press OK Useful functions during still picture playPress Status twice To select the still pictures in another folderUsing on-screen menus Using on-screen menus/Status messageCommon procedures Disc menu-Setting the disc content Press DisplayPress Status Status messagesPress Direct Navigator Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the title Editing titles/chaptersEditing titles/chapters and playing chapters Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the chapterCancel Protection § Set up Protection §Title operations Partial DeleteCreating playlists Creating, editing and playing playlistsPress 2, 1 to select the source title and press Press ReturnPlaylist operations Editing and playing playlists/chaptersAdd Chapter MoveDeleting titles during play Delete NavigatorPress Delete ¢ Available disc space after deletingDelete Navigator/Copying titles or playlists Copying titles or playlistsApproximate copying times Max. speed Copying titles or playlists Speed and recording mode when copyingTo stop copying Before copyingCopying using the copying list- Advanced Copy Recording and playing while copying To return to the previous screenTo edit the copying list Copy Navigator/Copying list icons and functionsWhen the top menu is displayed Setting the unit to copy according to the set timeSet Copy Time DVD-V HDDManual recording Copying from a video cassette recorderDV automatic recording DV Auto Rec Show Enter Name screen Entering textPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select a character and press OK Press SetSetting the protection Common proceduresHDD and disc management Providing a name for a discDeleting all titles and playlists-Delete all titles Deleting all the contents of a disc- FormatEnabling discs to be played on other equipment-Finalise Selecting the background style-Top MenuCreating Top Menu-Create Top Menu HDD and disc managementChild Lock Function Menu windowPress 3, 4 to select an item Hold appears on the unit’s displayTabs Menus Options Changing the unit’s settingsOPEN/CLOSE Disc Summary of settingsChanging the unit’s settings Sound Changing the unit’s settingsDTS MpegOn-Screen Messages Hdmi SettingsGrey Background FL DisplayOthers Press 3, 4 to select Manual Tuning and press OK TuningPress 3, 4, 2 To select aRefer to the control reference on Auto-Setup Restart To change the setting all at once PAL!#NTSCTV System Press 3, 4 to select the TV system and press OKPress 3, 4 to change the setting Manual Clock SettingPress OK when you have finished the settings Press 2, 1 to select the item you want to changeOn the television MessagesMessages On the unit’s displaySet up Frequently asked questions14-16 CoverVPS/PDC? Guide Plus+ 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 longYou want to cancel the ratings PasswordPlay Play fails to start even when Play is pressedTo reset this unit To return all the settings other UpdatedPreset To reset the ratings levelGlossary RGB Specifications Safety precautions Index