Index

Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Antenna system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Audio

attribute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 receiving, recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Channel

adding, deleting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Auto Channel Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . 11 captions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 VCR PlusK guide channel . . . . . . . . 12

Change Thumbnail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Chasing playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Cleaning

disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 main unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Clock setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 CM Skip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Connection

amplifier, system component . . . . . . 9 antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 8 cable TV box, satellite receiver . . . . . 8 L2 input terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 video cassette recorder . . . . . . . . 7, 18

Copy (play list) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 CPRM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Create play lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Dialog Enhancer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Direct Navigator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Divide Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

DVD-RAM, DVD-R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Enter name

disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 play list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 20, 29

Erase

chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 chapter in play list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 play list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24, 29

Finalize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33, 40 Flexible Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Format disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 FR (Flexible Recording Mode) . . . . . . . . 17 FUNCTIONS window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Language

audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 code list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 on-screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 sound track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 subtitle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26, 36

MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 on-screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Mode

recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Still Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

MPEG-DNR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Noise redction (NR)

MPEG-DNR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Line-in NR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

On-screen

language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Status messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

PCM Down Conversion . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Play list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Progressive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27, 40 Properties

play list. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Protection

cartridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Quick View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Ratings level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Recording

Flexible Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 timer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19–21

Re-initialize settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Repeat play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Resume play function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

SETUP menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Shorten (titles) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Simultaneous rec and play . . . . . . . . . . .17 Sound track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Status messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Subtitle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Time Slip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17, 23 Timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19–21 Transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 TV Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

VCR PlusK

guide channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 timer recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

V.S.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

DANGER	- VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
	AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM.	(FDA 21 CFR)
CAUTION	- VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
	AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.	(IEC60825-1)
ATTENTION - RAYONNEMENT LASER VISIBLE ET INVISIBLE EN CAS D’OUVERTURE.
	EXPOSITION DANGEREUSE AU FAISCEAU.
ADVARSEL - SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING.
	UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING.
VARO!	- AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYVÄÄ JA NÄKYMÄTÖN
	LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.
VARNING	- SYNLIG OCH OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL
	ÄR ÖPPNAD. BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN.

This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile telephones during use. If such interference is apparent, please increase separation between the product and the mobile telephone.

Except for U.S.A. and Canada

ADVARSEL - SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES.

UNNGÅ EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.

VORSICHT - SICHTBARE UND UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN ABDECKUNG

GEÖFFNET. NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.

-		(Inside of product)
	RQLS0233

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible or the mains plug or an appliance coupler shall remain readily operable.

[For\units\with\PX\printed\on\the\outer\packaging]

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES.

Except for U.S.A. and

Canada

[For\U.S.A.]			[For\Canada]
Panasonic Consumer Electronics	Panasonic Sales Company,		Panasonic Canada Inc.	GI
Company, Division of Matsushita	Division of Matsushita Electric		5770 Ambler Drive	GI
Electric Corporation of America	of Puerto Rico, Inc. (“PSC”)		Mississauga, Ontario
One Panasonic Way Secaucus,	Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5		L4W 2T3
New Jersey 07094	San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina,		www.panasonic.ca
http://www.panasonic.com	Puerto Rico 00985
[For\units\with\PX\printed\on\the\outer\packaging]
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.		Panasonic Marketing Europe G.M.B.H. Wiesbaden N.
Corporate Management Division for the Americas		(a Division of Panasonic Marketing G.M.B.H.)
Sales Office for North America		Military Sales Department
Tokyo Panasonic Sales Section		6200 Wiesbaden-Biebrich,
32nd Floor, World Trade Center 4-1,		Hagenauerstr. 43
Hamamatsu-cho, 2-Chome, Minato-Ku,		Germany

Tokyo 105-6132, Japan
2004 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.	RQT7301-1P
	RQT7301-1P

F0104YU2034

DMR-E55 specifications

The Panasonic DMR-E55 is a versatile DVD recorder that has garnered attention since its release for its user-friendly features and advanced recording technology. As part of Panasonic's esteemed line of DVD recorders, the DMR-E55 embodies the quality and innovation that the brand is known for.

One of the standout features of the DMR-E55 is its ability to record in high-quality MPEG-2 video format. This technology ensures that recordings maintain excellent picture quality, which is especially beneficial for preserving memories in vivid detail. With the capability to record on various DVD formats, including DVD-R, DVD-RW, and DVD-RAM, users have the flexibility to choose the media that best suits their needs.

The unit has a built-in digital tuner that allows it to receive over-the-air digital broadcasts. This feature enables users to enjoy clear and crisp digital television without needing an additional set-top box. The DMR-E55 also supports time-shifting capabilities, allowing users to pause and rewind live TV, making it easy to catch up on missed moments.

The sleek design of the DMR-E55 is complemented by its intuitive interface, making it simple for even novice users to navigate. The remote control is thoughtfully designed, providing easy access to essential functions such as recording, playback, and menu navigation.

Furthermore, the DMR-E55 incorporates advanced editing features that allow users to customize their recordings. Users can cut, splice, and arrange video segments, creating professional-looking compilations and highlight reels. The user can also create playlists for DVD-RW discs, enhancing the playback experience by organizing content effectively.

Another noteworthy characteristic is its progressive scan capability, which improves picture quality during playback by minimizing motion artifacts and enhancing clarity. This feature is particularly beneficial when watching movies on high-definition TVs, as it maximizes the viewing experience.

The DMR-E55 also includes various connectivity options, such as composite, S-Video, and component video outputs, allowing seamless integration with different types of home entertainment systems. With its robust feature set and reliability, the Panasonic DMR-E55 has proven to be a valuable asset for anyone looking to record and enjoy their favorite shows and movies with ease. Users appreciate the recorder's balance of performance, versatility, and user-friendliness, making it a sought-after choice in the realm of DVD recording technology.

Panasonic DMR-E55 warranty Index

Models: DMR-E55