Panasonic DMR-E55 warranty Connection, Connecting a cable TV box/satellite receiver

Models: DMR-E55

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Getting started

STEP 1 Connection

Connecting a cable TV box/satellite receiver

pYou need to subscribe to a cable TV or satellite TV service, to enjoy viewing their programming. pConsult your service provider regarding appropriate cable TV box or satellite receiver.

pYou can record and view simultaneously scrambled and

To AUDIO/VIDEO IN

Audio/video cable Television To VHF/UHF RF INunscrambled channels if connections are made as shown in the diagram below.

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75 j coaxial cable

 

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To AUDIO/VIDEO IN

 

 

 

To VHF/UHF RF IN

 

 

 

Audio/video cable

 

Television

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RF IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R - AUDIO - L

VIDEO S-VIDEO (L1)

 

 

§

 

 

75 j coaxial cable

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Y

PBPR

 

IN1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

 

OPTICAL

 

IN3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RF IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

COMPONENT

 

 

 

 

RF OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R - AUDIO - L VIDEO

S-VIDEO

VIDEO OUT

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT R - AUDIO - L

VIDEO S-VIDEO

 

 

VHF/UHF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(480P/480I)

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

 

(L3)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This unit

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Y

PB

R - AUDIO - L

VIDEO

S-VIDEO (L1)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PR

 

 

IN1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

OPTICAL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN3

RF OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

COMPONENT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R - AUDIO - L VIDEO S-VIDEO

VIDEO OUT

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT R - AUDIO - L

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

 

VHF/UHF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(480P/480I)

(L3)

Cable TV box

 

 

Satellite receiver

 

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

 

 

 

 

 

This unit

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

or

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cable TV box

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

IN

 

 

OUT

IN

IN

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

From antenna or

 

 

 

 

 

2-way splitter

 

Cable TV box

 

 

cable TV jack

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

From satellite

 

 

 

OUT2

OUT1

 

 

IN

OUT

 

 

 

dish antenna

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

From cable TV jack

a For more information on connections (page 7)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If the antenna connector doesn’t match

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Other antenna connections to the unit

 

Other antenna connections from the unit to the

Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna lead.

television

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

pIf your television has both lead and coaxial VHF terminals, use

Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna terminals

the lead connection to minimize signal loss.

 

 

on your television. Refer to the television’s operating instructions.

w A single twin lead

300–75 j transformer

w A twin lead and coaxial plug terminal

from the antenna

 

 

VHF/UHF band separator

 

 

 

VHF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Flat) Twin lead

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To this unit’s RF IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

UHF

300 j cable

 

 

 

 

75 j coaxial cable

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

terminal

 

 

 

 

 

Television

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

w A twin lead and a coaxial cable

from the antenna

w A twin lead terminal

75–300 j transformer

VHF or

UHF

RQT7301

 

VHF/UHF band mixer

(Flat) Twin lead 300 j cable

 

 

To this unit’s RF IN

(Round)

terminal

75 j coaxial cable

 

w Two twin leads

from the antenna

VHF/UHF band mixer (Flat) Twin lead

300 j cable

 

To this unit’s RF

300–75 j transformer

IN terminal

75 j coaxial cable

Television

w Two twin lead terminals

VHF/UHF band separator

VHF

75 j coaxial cable

UHF

Television

 

w Multiple antenna terminals

pConnect to one of the ANT terminals, then change the television’s setting as necessary.

Television

Split out

ANT 1

75 j coaxial cable

ANT 2

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Panasonic DMR-E55 warranty Connection, Connecting a cable TV box/satellite receiver, If the antenna connector doesn’t match

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.

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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.

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