Panasonic DMR-E51 manual Maintenance and Handling, Disc handling

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Maintenance and Handling

Maintenance

To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.

Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.

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

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

Use the recommended DVD-RAM/PD lens cleaner (LF-K123LCA1)every 1 to 4 months, depending on frequency of use and the operating environment.

Read the lens cleaner’s instructions carefully before use.

The lens cleaner may make some sound during use but this does not indicate a malfunction. “NO READ” appears on the unit’s display when cleaning finishes.

The precision parts in this unit are readily affected by the environment, especially temperature, humidity and dust. Observe the following points to ensure continued listening and viewing pleasure.

Disc handling

Do not use irregularly shaped discs, such as heart-shaped. (These can damage the unit.)

ªHow to hold a disc

Do not touch the recorded surface.

ªIf there is dirt or condensation on the disc

If the disc is dirty, wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

Moisture may condense on discs after they are brought inside from the cold.

DVD-RAM and DVD-R

Clean and dry with an optional DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner (LF-K200DCA1, where available). Do not use cleaners or clothes for CDs to clean DVD-RAM and DVD-R.

Never use cloths or cleaners for CDs, etc.

DVD-Video, Video CD and CD

Wipe it with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

ªHandling precautions

Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other writing instrument.

Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.

Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. (Do not use discs with exposed adhesive from tape or left over peeled-off stickers.) Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.

Do not use discs printed with label printers available on the market. Do not use discs that are badly warped or cracked.

ªDo not place or store discs in the following places

Locations exposed to direct sunlight Humid or dusty locations

Locations directly exposed to a heat vent or heating appliance.

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Contents DVD Video Recorder Contents B @ N Remote control Control reference guideMain unit Entering titlesUnit’s display Control reference guideDisplays VaroVarning VorsichtRemote control BatteriesUse Television operationDiscs Discs you can useDiscs you can use for recording and play Play-only discsDiscs that cannot be played Audio format logosTypes of disc for the type of connected DiscsConnecting and Setting up Connect as following stepsSockets Connecting and Setting up Do not connect the unit through a video cassette recorderAuto Setup To cancel Auto Setup before it finishesClock setting menu appears after Auto Setup finishes Selecting TV screen typeWhen a menu screen appears on the television Playing discsErasing a programme that is being played Starting play from where you stopped it Resume Function Quick View Play t1.3Fast forward and rewind-SEARCH Slow-motion playSkipping Manual SkipSelecting an amount of time to skip Time Slip When using DVD-R Changing audioUsing Display menus to mark positions Marking places to play again MarkerMarking positions directly Using menus to play MP3 discs Using the tree screen to find a groupRecording television programmes Flexible recording mode FR One Touch Recording-Specify a time to stop recordingRecording television programmes Playing while you are recording Simultaneous recording and playTo stop play and recording Press Direct NavigatorUsing the Functions window Using the Functions windowChecking the recording during recording Time Slip Watching the television while recordingUsing the Functions window Functions window iconsTimer recording Using G-CODEnumber to make timer recordingPress G-Code 2 button Press the numeric buttons 4 to enter the G-CODEnumberTimer recording To change the programmeIf - appears under Name after entering a CODEnumber To change the timer recording programme Manual programmingTo put the unit on recording standby Starting and canceling programmes To clear a timer recording programmeTo put the unit on recording standby Press , Timer To check programmesWhen connected to the other equipment Recording from a video cassette player≥Select AV1, AV2 or AV3 Press ≥Stop play on the other equipment as wellEntering titles Enter TitleAbout Disc Information Disc Protection Releasing disc protectionDisc Information Use 3, 4 10 to select Disc Protection and press EnterErase all programmes FormatSelect No in or Cancel in and press Enter Press Return Finalize -Creating DVD-VideoUse 3, 4 10 to select Finalize and press Enter To stop finalizingUsing the Direct Navigator Selecting programmes to playDinosaur About the programme listChecking programme contents Erasing programmesEntering and editing programme titles Protecting programmes Releasing programme protectionPadlock mark appears Padlock mark disappearsErasing parts of a programme Dividing programmesTo erase another part of the same programme To change the point to divideUsing Play List to edit programmes Displaying Play ListPlay Scenes Edit PL Copy PL Erase Enter Title Properties About the Play List Scene screenUsing Play List to edit programmes Creating Play ListTo specify another scene Select Next after and press Enter 10, then repeat steps 3Playing Play List Playing ScenesTo erase a Play List or a Play List Scene during play Adding Scenes to a Play List Moving a SceneTo re-edit a Play List Scene Erasing a Scene from a Play ListChecking Play LIST’s contents Copying Play ListErasing a Play List Titling Play ListUsing Display menus Common proceduresDisc menu Play menu Picture menuSound menu Repeat play Use 3, 4If the Video CD has playback control To cancel the Child Lock Enjoying more powerful soundChild Lock Upgrading your systemConnecting a digital amplifier or system component a Connecting an analog amplifier or system component BUpgrading your system To enjoy Dolby Pro LogicUse 3, 4 10 to select Ntsc and press Enter Use 3, 4 10 to select Progressive Ntsc and press EnterTo enjoy progressive video Component Video OUT terminalConnecting a video cassette recorder Changing the unit’s settings Press FunctionsSummary of settings TuningSettings Changing the unit’s settingsPicture SoundDisplay ConnectionEntering a password Ratings Digital outputRemote Setting Use 3, 4 10 to select the Settings tab and press 2 or 1≥The Setup screen appears ≥Use 1, the factory set code, under normal circumstancesClock Settings Channel SettingsSelecting the manual tuning Handling the Tuning BOX screenAuto-Setup Restart Adding, deleting and moving channelsCountry Settings DMR-E50GN only Shipping ConditionUse 2, 1 10 to select Yes and press Enter Status displays Changing the information displayedDisplay examples Press Status 28 to change the information displayedMaintenance and Handling MaintenanceDisc handling Glossary 1 chGlossary Title/Chapter DVD-VideoTrack ExampleService Unit status Solutions Number Self-diagnosisError displays Error messages Causes and solutionsInformation Troubleshooting guide PowerPicture Progressive videoTroubleshooting guide Remote controlDisplays PlayRecording and timer recording Specifications DMR-E51GCSDMR-E50GN Page Index