Table of contents

Getting started

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 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 Plug-in Auto Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Channel captions/Television type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Remote control settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Clock settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Recording

Important notes for recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Recording modes and approximate recording times . . . . . . . 17 Disc Insertion/Ejection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Recording television programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

To specify a time to stop recording –One Touch Recording . . 19 Flexible Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Playing while you are recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Selecting audio to record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Scheduled recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Cancel scheduled recording that has already begun . . . . . . . 21 Release program from recording standby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Notes on scheduled recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Check, change or delete a program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Playing back

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

Operations during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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

Playing MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Playing still pictures (JPEG/TIFF). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Useful functions during still picture play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Using on-screen menus/

FUNCTIONS window and Status messages . . . . . . . .26

Using on-screen menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 FUNCTIONS window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Status messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Editing

Editing titles/chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Editing titles/chapters and playing chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Title operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Chapter operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Creating, editing and playing playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Creating playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Editing and playing playlists/chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Playlist operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Chapter operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Copying

Copying from a video cassette recorder . . . . . . . . . . . 32

DV camcorder recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Manual recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Convenient functions

Entering text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Deleting titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Selecting recorded titles to delete –Delete Navigator . . . . . . . 33 Deleting title during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

DVD Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Providing a disc with a name –Disc Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Setting the protection –Disc Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Deleting all titles and playlists –Delete All Titles . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Deleting all contents of a disc –Format Disc ( DVD ). . . . . . . . 34 Selecting whether to show the Top Menu first

–Playback will start with: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Enabling discs to be played on other equipment –Finalize . . . 35 Creating Top Menu –Create DVD Top Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Enabling the second layer on DL (dual- or double- layer on single side) discs to be recordable –Close First Layer . . . . . . . . . . 35

Changing the unit’s settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Common procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Summary of settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Reference

Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Product Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Glossary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA). . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Referencia rápida en español . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 (Spanish Quick Reference)

Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back cover

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS/Table of contents/Accessories

Accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of December 2005. These may be subject to change.)

Only for U.S.A.: To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 46.

Only for Canada: To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.

1

Remote control

1

Audio/video cable

 

(EUR7659Y10)

 

(K2KA6BA00003)

2

Batteries

1

DVD-RAM disc

 

for remote control

 

 

• 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.

1 75 coaxial cable 1 AC power supply cord

(K2KZ2BA00001) (K2CB2CB00018)

(U.S.A. only)

Product Registration Card

Please complete and return the included product registration card, or register via the Internet at: http://www.prodreg.com/panasonic/

RQT8314

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Panasonic DMR-ES15 warranty Table of contents, Accessories

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.