Table of contents

Getting started

Caution for AC Mains Lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Included accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 The remote control information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Disc handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Unit care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 STEP 1 Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 STEP 2 Channel reception and TV aspect settings. . . .11 Set up to match your television and remote control . . .12

Recording

Important notes for recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Recording modes and approximate recording times . . . . . . . 15 Disc Insertion/Ejection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Recording television programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

To specify a time to stop recording –One Touch Recording . . 17 Flexible Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Playing while you are recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Using G-CODEsystem to make timer recordings. . . . . . . . . . . 18 Manually programming timer recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 To cancel recording when recording has already begun . . . . 20 To release the programme from recording standby . . . . . . . . 20 Notes on timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Check, change or delete a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Playing back

Playing discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Changing audio during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Operations during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Using menus to play MP3, DivX and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Selecting file type to play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Playing MP3, DivX and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) . . . . . . . . . 24 To select other folder (group) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Useful functions during still picture play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Regarding DivX VOD content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Regarding MP3, DivX and still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and Status message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Using on-screen menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 FUNCTIONS window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Status message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Editing

Deleting titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Using DELETE Navigator to delete titles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Deleting titles during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Editing titles/chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Editing titles/chapters and playing chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Title operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Chapter operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Creating, editing and playing playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Creating playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Editing and playing playlists/chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Playlist operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Chapter operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Copying

Copying from a video cassette recorder . . . . . . . . . . . 34

DV automatic recording DV Auto Rec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Manual recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Convenient functions

Entering text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 DVD Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Common procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Providing a name for a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Setting the protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Deleting all titles and playlists –Delete all titles . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Deleting all the contents of a disc –Format Disc . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Selecting whether to show the Top Menu first

–Auto-Play Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Enabling discs to be played on other equipment –Finalize . . . 37 Creating Top Menu –Create Top Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Enabling the second layer on DL (dual- or double- layer on single side) discs to be recordable –Close First Layer . . . . . . . . . . 37

Child Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Changing the unit’s settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Common procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Summary of settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Resetting channel setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 TV System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Set the clock manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Reference

Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Glossary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back cover

Caution for AC Mains Lead/Table of contents/Included accessories

Included accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.

(Product numbers correct as of February 2006. These may be subject to change.)

For Australia and N.Z.

 

For Asia, Middle East

 

 

and South Africa

1

Remote control

1

Remote control

2 Batteries

1 Audio/video cable

2 RF coaxial cables

 

(EUR7659YA0)

 

(EUR7659YB0)

for remote control

 

 

For Australia and N.Z.

For Asia

For Middle East and South Africa

 

 

 

 

 

 

For Saudi Arabia

 

 

1

AC mains lead

1

AC mains lead

2 AC mains leads

 

 

•For use with this unit only.

Do not use it with other equipment.

Also do not use the cords for other equipment with this unit.

RQT8317

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Panasonic DMR-ES15 manual Table of contents, Included accessories
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DMR-ES15 specifications

The Panasonic DMR-ES15 is a versatile and user-friendly DVD recorder that has garnered attention for its excellent functionality and performance in the realm of home entertainment. Released as part of Panasonic’s esteemed lineup, the DMR-ES15 combines cutting-edge technology with user-centric design, making it a popular choice among consumers seeking to enhance their viewing experiences.

One of the standout features of the DMR-ES15 is its ability to record in various formats, including DVD-R, DVD-RW, and DVD-RAM. This flexibility allows users to choose the medium that best suits their needs, whether for permanent archiving or for temporary use. With a built-in 1080p upconversion feature, the DMR-ES15 can enhance the quality of standard DVDs, taking your older movie collection and providing a sharper and clearer visual experience.

The recorder also boasts an intuitive user interface that simplifies the recording process. Its one-touch recording feature allows users to start recording their favorite shows at the press of a button, while the timer recording function enables users to schedule recordings days in advance, ensuring that they never miss an episode of their favorite series.

Another significant aspect of the DMR-ES15 is its compatibility with a variety of video formats, including MPEG-2 and AVCHD. This feature makes it easier to transfer and record content from various sources, such as VHS tapes or digital cameras, into a more manageable and durable DVD format. The unit also includes an onboard editing function, allowing users to cut out unwanted segments of their recordings and create customized viewing experiences.

In terms of connectivity, the DMR-ES15 is equipped with multiple options including composite video, S-video, and audio outputs, making it easy to connect to televisions and audio systems. The machine’s compact design also means that it can fit seamlessly into any entertainment setup without taking up excessive space.

In summary, the Panasonic DMR-ES15 is a robust DVD recorder with a multitude of features that cater to both novice and advanced users alike. Its recording versatility, compatibility with various formats, easy-to-use interface, and solid connectivity options make it a reliable choice for anyone looking to archive their favorite media or explore new possibilities in home entertainment. Whether it’s for personal use or simply enhancing your audiovisual library, the DMR-ES15 stands out as a formidable option in its category.
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