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Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance
and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read
the instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
Region number supported by this unit
Region numbers are allocated to DVD players and software
according to where they are sold.
• The region number of this unit is "1".
• The unit will play DVDs marked with labels containing "1" or
"ALL".
Example:
P
PC
Operating Instructions
Model No.
If you have any questions contact
In the U.S.A.:
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
In Canada:
1-800-561-5505
For U.S.A. only
The warranty can be found on page 46.
For Canada only
The warranty can be found on page 47.
La referencia rápida en español se puede encontrar
en la página 48–51.
DVD Recorder
DMR-ES15
RQT8314-P
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
• The region number of this unit is “1”. • The unit will play DVDs marked with labels containing “1” or “ALL”. Example: Operating Instructions DVD Recorder DMR-ES15 Model No. If you have any questions contact In the U.S.A.: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) -
Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, NJ 07094 Telephone No.: 1-800-211-7262 The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
(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/ • 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. -
Page 4: Disc Information
When playing a title recorded on both layers, video and audio may momentarily cut out when the unit is switching layers. You may not be able to use +R recorded on this unit in another Panasonic DVD recorder and vice versa. Once the disc is finalized, however, it can be played in the other unit. - Page 5 Play-only discs Disc type DVD-Video DVD-Audio Indication in these DVD-V instructions Logo Instructions High quality High fidelity movie and music discs music discs • Played on this unit in 2 channels. • The producer of the disc can control how discs are played. So you may not always be able to control play as described in these operating instructions.
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Page 6: The Remote Control Information
Examples of causes of such losses are • A disc recorded and edited with this unit is played in a DVD recorder or computer disc drive manufactured by another company. • A disc used as described above and then played again in this unit. -
Page 7: Control Reference Guide
Control reference guide Remote control Main unit Opening the front panel Press down on the part with your finger. POWER button (POWER 8) (Ô page 12) Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power. -
Page 8: Step 1 Connection
This section includes diagrams of four common methods of connections (A-D, pages 8-9). Please connect using the one that best suits you. • Visit Panasonic’s homepage for more information about connection methods. (This is in English only.) http://www.panasonic.com/consumer_electronics/dvd_recorder/dvd_connection.asp • Before doing any connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. - Page 9 Connection with a television and cable box or satellite receiver • You need to subscribe to a cable TV service to enjoy viewing their programming. • Consult your service provider regarding appropriate cable TV box. Cable from wall or antenna signal •...
- Page 10 STEP 1 Connection If your television does not have Audio/Video terminals, RF Modulator is necessary Connection with a television (Ô page 8 A) This unit’s rear panel Red White Yellow Connection with a television and video cassette recorder (Ô page 8 B) This unit’s rear panel Red White Yellow Video cassette recorder...
- Page 11 If the antenna connector doesn’t match Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna lead to the unit’s RF IN terminal, and the 75 Ω coaxial cable to the antenna terminals on the equipment (television etc.). Refer to other equipment’s operating instructions. Type A twin lead from the antenna...
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Page 12: Step 2 Plug-In Auto Tuning
STEP 2 Plug-in Auto Tuning DV IN POWER 8 ^ DVD POWER Numbered buttons e,r,w,q ENTER * REC After pressing [^ DVD POWER] to turn the unit on for the first time, the unit starts necessary setup. Regarding DST (Daylight Saving Time) (Ô page 15) Legal revision is expected to change the DST period in 2007. - Page 13 Press [ENTER] to start Plug-in Auto Tuning. Set Channels Automatically Set Channels Automatically Proceeding . . . The unit then proceeds with Auto Clock Setting. The time is displayed when finished. Set Clock Automatically Auto Clock Setting is complete. 4/4/2006 12:15 AM DST...
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Page 14: Channel Captions/Television Type
Channel captions/Television type Numbered buttons CANCEL e,r,w,q ENTER Channel captions You can give the preset captions, or manually enter new ones yourself. The captions you enter are displayed when the channel is displayed and in the Direct Navigator screen. • You can set channel captions after channel setting on this unit is completed (Ô... -
Page 15: Remote Control Settings
When other Panasonic products respond to this remote control When other Panasonic products placed nearby affect this unit’s remote control, change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote control (the two must match). -
Page 16: Recording
Important notes for recording Both main and secondary audio can be recorded You can change the audio during playback. (Ô page 23, Changing audio) Recording of MTS broadcasting If you record from external equipment – Select both “Main” and “SAP” on the external equipment. -
Page 17: Recording Modes And Approximate Recording Times
Recording modes and approximate recording times Depending on the content being recorded, the recording times may become shorter than indicated. DVD-RAM 9.4 GB Recording Mode (Double- 4.7 GB sided* XP (High picture 1 h. 2 h. quality) SP (Standard) 2 h. 4 h. -
Page 18: Recording Television Programs
Recording television programs DV IN Numbered buttons DIRECT NAVIGATOR e,r,w,q ENTER AUDIO * REC REC MODE -R DL -RW(V) • You can record up to 99 titles on one disc. +R +R DL +RW • You can record up to 49 titles on one disc. See also the notes “Important notes for recording”... -
Page 19: To Specify A Time To Stop Recording -One Touch Recording
To specify a time to stop recording –One Touch Recording During recording Press [* REC] to select the recording time. • The unit’s display changes as shown below. OFF 0:30 OFF 1:00 OFF 1:30 OFF 4:00 Counter (cancel) • This does not work during scheduled recordings (Ô page 20) or while using Flexible Recording (Ô... -
Page 20: Scheduled Recording
Scheduled recording Numbered buttons CANCEL e,r,w,q ENTER SUB MENU REC MODE -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW See also the notes “Important notes for recording” (Ô page 16). You can enter up to 16 programs up to a month in advance. (Each daily or weekly program is counted as one program.) Preparation •... -
Page 21: Cancel Scheduled Recording That Has Already Begun
Cancel scheduled recording that has already begun When the unit is on Press [g]. The confirmation screen appears. Press [w,q] to select “Stop recording” and press [ENTER]. Recording stops and the scheduled recording is cancelled. (Daily and weekly schedules remain and scheduled recording will start as programmed.) Release program from recording standby... -
Page 22: Playing Discs
Playing discs Numbered buttons TIME SLIP DIRECT NAVIGATOR SUB MENU AUDIO Preparation • Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. • Turn on this unit. RQT8314 Insert a disc (Ô page 18). Press [q] (PLAY). -
Page 23: Operations During Play
Operations during play Press [g]. The stopped position is memorized. Resume play function Press [q] (PLAY) to restart from this position. Stop • • The stopped position is cleared when: – You press [g] several times. – You open the tray. –... -
Page 24: Using Menus To Play Mp3 And Still Pictures (Jpeg/Tiff)
Using menus to play MP3 and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) Numbered buttons DIRECT NAVIGATOR SUB MENU Regarding MP3 and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) • Compatible formats: ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended formats) and Joliet • Maximum number of files (tracks) and folders (groups) recognizable: 999 files* (tracks) and 99 (including the root folder) folders (groups) * Total number for all the MP3, JPEG and other type of files... -
Page 25: Playing Still Pictures (Jpeg/Tiff)
Playing still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) You can play CD-R, CD-RW discs which contain still pictures (JPEG/ TIFF) that have been recorded on a computer. The screen shown at right is Playback mode is set to MP3. displayed when you insert a disc To display pictures, containing MP3 files and still pictures please select Pictures Menu from FUNCTIONS. -
Page 26: Using On-Screen Menus/Functions Window And Status Messages
Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and Status messages e,r,w,q ENTER DISPLAY Using on-screen menus Common procedures Press [DISPLAY]. Disc Soundtrack Play Subtitle Video Audio channel Audio Other Menu Item • Depending on the condition of the unit (playing, stopped, etc.) and disc contents, there are some items that you cannot select or change. -
Page 27: Functions Window
Video menu–Change picture quality Picture -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW DVD-V DVD-A -RW(VR) VCD Select the picture mode. • Normal: Default setting • Soft: Soft picture with fewer video artifacts • Fine: Details are sharper • Cinema: Mellows movies, enhances detail in dark scenes. -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW DVD-V DVD-A -RW(VR) VCD Reduces noise and picture degradation. -
Page 28: Editing Titles/Chapters
Editing titles/chapters DIRECT NAVIGATOR SUB MENU -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW -RW(VR) Title/Chapter Programs are recorded as a single title consisting of one chapter. Title Chapter Start You can divide a title into multiple chapters. (Ô page 23, 29, Create Chapter) Title Chapter Chapter... -
Page 29: Title Operations
Title operations After performing steps 1–3 (Ô page 28) Press [w,q] to select “Delete” and press [ENTER]. Delete Title* • Once deleted, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before proceeding. • -R DL -R DL -RW(V) •... -
Page 30: Creating, Editing And Playing Playlists
Creating, editing and playing playlists e,r,w,q ENTER SUB MENU You can arrange the chapters (Ô page 28) to create a playlist. Title Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Playlist Chapter Chapter • Editing playlists doesn’t modify the recorded data. Playlists are not recorded separately so this doesn’t use much capacity. •... -
Page 31: Editing And Playing Playlists/Chapters
Editing and playing playlists/chapters RAM -RW(VR) (play only) While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. Press [e,r] to select “Other Functions” and press [ENTER]. Press [e,r] to select “Playlists” and press [ENTER]. Press [e,r,w,q] to select the playlist. To start play Ô Press [ENTER]. To edit Ô... -
Page 32: Copying From A Video Cassette Recorder
Copying from a video cassette recorder Numbered buttons CANCEL e,r,w,q ENTER SUB MENU * REC REC MODE e.g.: Connecting other video equipment to the IN2 or DV IN terminals You can also connect to the IN1 input terminal on the rear. •... -
Page 33: Entering Text
Entering text Refer to the control reference on page 32. -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW You can give names to recorded titles, etc. The maximum number of characters: -R DL Characters -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW Title 64 (44*) Title Playlist Disc... -
Page 34: Dvd Management
DVD Management e,r,w,q ENTER Preparation Release protection (Ô below). While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. Press [e,r] to select “Other Functions” and press [ENTER]. Press [e,r] to select “DVD Management” and press [ENTER]. Select which step 4 to perform depending on what you want to do next. -
Page 35: Selecting Whether To Show The Top Menu First -Playback Will Start With
Selecting whether to show the Top Menu first –Playback will start with: -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW You can select whether to show the top menu after finalizing. Make selections before finalizing the disc. After performing steps 1–3 (Ô page 34) Press [e,r] to select “Playback will start with:”... -
Page 36: Changing The Unit's Settings
Changing the unit’s settings Numbered buttons e,r,w,q ENTER Summary of settings The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. Tabs Channel Signal Source (RF IN) (Ô page 13) Set Channels Automatically Preset Channel Captions* Manual Channel Captions* Setup Off Timer Select how long the unit remains on when it is not being used. - Page 37 Tabs Menus Disc Settings for Playback Press [ENTER] to show the following settings. Ratings Set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play. Follow the on-screen instructions. Enter a 4-digit password with the numbered buttons when the password screen is shown. •...
- Page 38 Changing the unit’s settings Tabs Audio Dynamic Range Compression Change the dynamic range for late night viewing. Multi-channel TV Sound ( MTS ) -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW Select whether to record the main or secondary audio program (SAP) when recording to a disc.
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Page 39: Messages
Messages On the television Cannot finish recording • The program was copy-protected. completely. • The disc may be full. • The maximum number of times you can record the program is exceeded. Cannot play. • You inserted an incompatible disc (Discs recorded in PAL video, etc.). Cannot record on the disc. -
Page 40: Frequently Asked Questions
• All Panasonic televisions that have 480p input terminals are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of television. • You can play on compatible equipment such as DVD players after finalizing the disc on this unit. -
Page 41: Troubleshooting Guide
5 seconds. Remove the disc. • Operations do not work due to a poor-quality disc. (Try again using a Panasonic disc.) • The unit freezes due to one of its safety devices being activated. (Press and hold [POWER 8] on the main unit for 10 seconds.) - Page 42 • DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, +R, +R DL and +RW recorded on this unit may not be recordable on other Panasonic DVD recorders. • Check that the connection is correct.
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Page 43: Product Service
For product information or assistance with product operation: In the U.S.A., refer to “Customer Services Directory” on page 46. In Canada, contact the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 1-800-561-5505, or visit the website (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to you. -
Page 44: Glossary
Glossary Bitstream This is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 channel) before it is decoded into its various channels. CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) CPRM is technology used to protect broadcasts that are allowed to be recorded only once. Such broadcasts can be recorded only with CPRM compatible recorders and discs. -
Page 45: Specifications
Specifications Recordable discs: DVD-RAM: Ver. 2.0 Ver. 2.1/3x–SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 1.0 Ver. 2.2/5x–SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 2.0 DVD-R: for General Ver. 2.0 for General Ver. 2.0/4x–SPEED DVD-R Revision 1.0 for General Ver. 2.x/8x–SPEED DVD-R Revision 3.0 for General Ver. 2.x/16x–SPEED DVD-R Revision 6.0 for DL Ver. -
Page 46: Limited Warranty (Only For U.s.a.)
Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST. For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855 Accessory Purchases Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pasc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com... -
Page 47: Limited Warranty (Only For Canada)
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) PANASONIC/TECHNICS PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase. -
Page 48: Referencia Rápida En Español
Instalación básica • Visite la página inicial de Panasonic para obtener más información acerca de los métodos de conexión. (Sólo está en inglés.) http://www.panasonic.com/consumer_electronics/dvd_recorder/dvd_connection.asp • Antes de hacer la conexión, apague todos los equipos y lea los manuales de instrucciones apropiados. - Page 49 ^ DVD POWER e,r,w,q ENTER Sintonización automática Preparación • Encienda el televisor y seleccione la entrada de vídeo apropiada para las conexiones de esta unidad. Pulse [^ DVD POWER]. Select Language Seleccione el idioma Sélection de Langue English Español Français Press ENTER Pulse ENTER Appuyer sur ENTER...
- Page 50 Grabación de programas de televisión Botones numerados DIRECT NAVIGATOR * REC REC MODE -R DL -RW(V) • Puede grabar hasta 99 títulos en un disco. +R +R DL +RW • Puede grabar hasta 49 títulos en un disco. Pulse [; OPEN/CLOSE] para abrir la bandeja e introducir un disco.
- Page 51 Reproducción de discos Botones numerados TIME SLIP DIRECT NAVIGATOR SUB MENU AUDIO Inserte un disco (Ô página 50). Pulse [q] (PLAY). -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW -RW(VR) La reproducción se inicia a partir del título grabado más recientemente. DVD-V DVD-A CD VCD La reproducción se inicia desde el principio del disco.
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Page 52: Index
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 http://www.panasonic.com...