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Operating Instructions
DVD Recorder
DMR-ES15
Model No.
If you have any questions contact
Dear customer
In the U.S.A.: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance
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Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read
the instructions completely.
The warranty can be found on page 46.
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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. CAUTION! FCC Note: THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. against harmful interference in a residential installation. This DO NOT
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Table of contents Getting started Editing IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Editing titles/chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Editing titles/chapters and playing chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Title operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Disc information Discs you can use for recording and play 1 2 1 Disc type DVD-RAM DVD-R DVD-RW +RW DVD-R DL* +R* +R DL* (dual layer on (double layer single side) on single side) Indication in these -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL instructions Before Before Before Before Before finalization finalization finalization finalization finalization RAM +RW DVD-V DVD-V DVD-V DVD-V DVD-V After After After After After finalization finalization finalization finalization finalization Logo –––– –––– –––– Recordi
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Play-only discs Disc type DVD-Video DVD-Audio DVD-RW (VR format) CD Video CD Indication in these DVD-V DVD-A -RW(VR) CD VCD instructions Logo –––– Instructions High quality High fidelity DVD-RW recorded on another DVD Music and CD-R and Music and movie and music discs Recorder* audio recorded CD-RW* with video recorded music discs • Played on • You can play programs that allow (including CD- music (including CD- this unit in “One time only recording” if they R/RW*) recorded in R/RW*) 2 channe
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The remote control information n Batteries n Use • Insert so the poles (+ and –) Remote control signal sensor match those in the remote control. • Do not use rechargeable type batteries. 20 • Do not mix old and new 20 30 batteries. 30 • Do not use different types at R6/LR6, AA the same time. 7 m (23 feet) directly in front of the unit • Do not heat or expose to flame. • Do not take apart or short circuit. • Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries. • Do not use batteries if
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Control reference guide Remote control 1 Turn the unit on (Ô page 12) bn 2 Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter numbers 3 Cancel 4 Basic operations for recording and play 1 5 Skip the specified time (Ô page 23) bo 6 Show Direct Navigator/Top menu (Ô page 22, 24, 28) 7 Selection/Enter, Frame-by-frame (Ô page 12, 23) 8 Show sub menu (Ô page 25, 28, 31) 9 Show on-screen menu (Ô page 26) bp 2 bk Select audio (Ô page 19, 23) bq bl Start recording (Ô page 18) br bm Change recording mode (Ô pa
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1 2 3 4 3 4 1 6 2 5 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. • Peripheral equipment and optional cabl
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4 5 2 7 3 6 1 2 4 5 3 9 7 8 1 6 C 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. Television Cable from wall or AUDIO IN VIDEO VHF/UHF R L IN RF IN antenna signal • If your television does not Red White Yellow have AUDIO/VIDEO terminals (Ô page 10 c). 75 Ω coaxial • If you enjoy higher picture cable quality (Ô page 10). A
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3 2 4 3 5 4 STEP 1 Connection If your television does not have Audio/Video terminals, RF Modulator is necessary a Connection with a television (Ô page 8 A) Audio/video cable (Included) This unit’s rear panel RF Modulator Television VHF/UHF Red White Yellow Red White Yellow IN OUT RF IN AUDIO R L VIDEO S-VIDEO RF RF 75 Ω coaxial cable (Included) 75 Ω coaxial cable b Connection with a television and video cassette recorder (Ô page 8 B) Audio/video cable (Included) This unit’s rear panel RF M
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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 This unit Other equipment (television etc.) A twin lead 300–75 Ω from the antenna transformer 75–300 Ω transformer (Flat) Twin lead VHF or UHF 75 Ω coaxial 300 Ω cable To this unit’s RF IN cable Television terminal A tw
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STEP 2 Plug-in Auto Tuning Preparation Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the CH connections to this unit. DV IN IN2 1 Press [^ DVD POWER]. POWER8 2 CH1 Select Language Seleccione el idioma Sélection de Langue English Español Français ^ DVD Press ENTER POWER Pulse ENTER Appuyer sur ENTER 2 Press [e,r] to select the language 12 CH and press [ENTER]. Numbered If you make a mistake, press [RETURN] to return to an earlier buttons screen. ADD/DLT Aspect Ratio S
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Adding and deleting channels 6 Press [ENTER] to start Plug-in Auto After channel setting on this unit completed, you can add or delete Tuning. channels if necessary channels are not set or unnecessary channels Set Channels Automatically are set. Ch. 1 1 Press the numbered buttons to select a channel. Set Channels Automatically Proceeding . . . Antenna Unit’s display e.g., 5: [0] Ô [5] The unit then proceeds with Auto Clock Setting. The time is 15: [1] Ô [5] displayed when finished. Cable
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Channel captions/Television type Manual Channel Captions TV operation 3 Press [e,r] to select “Manual buttons Channel Captions” and press [ENTER]. Numbered 4 Press [e,r] to select the channel and buttons press [q]. • Channels are only displayed if they contain a station and if CANCEL preset captions have not been added. 5 Press [e,r] to select the first character and press [q]. • You can choose from the following characters: A–Z, 0–9, -, &, !, /, (space) • To delete the caption, press [CA
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Remote control settings Clock settings Refer to the control reference on page 14. Refer to the control reference on page 14. Television operation Set Clock Manually You can operate the TV through the unit’s remote control. In the case of a power failure, the clock setting remains in memory Point the remote control at the television for approximately 1 minute. While pressing [^ POWER TV], enter the code with 1 While stopped the numbered buttons. Press [SETUP]. e.g., 0250: [0] Ô [2] Ô [5] Ô [0]
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DC N 9V I Important notes for recording RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW Both main and secondary audio can be recorded Select the main or secondary audio before You can change the audio during playback. recording (Ô page 23, Changing audio) (Ô page 38, “Multi-channel TV Sound ( MTS )”) The selected audio only is recorded. Main SAP Main Hello Hola Hello Recording of MTS broadcasting If you record from external equipment If you record from external equipment – Select both “Main” and “SAP
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Recording modes and approximate recording times Depending on the content being recorded, the recording times may FR (Flexible Recording) become shorter than indicated. The unit automatically selects a recording rate between XP and EP DVD-RAM DVD-R, (8H) that will enable the recordings to fit in the remaining disc space 9.4 GB DVD-RW, with the best possible recording quality. Recording Mode 4.7 GB (Double- +R, +RW • You can use FR mode in Scheduled recording (Ô page 20, step 3) 1 4.7 GB and F
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Recording television programs 1 Press [; OPEN/CLOSE] on the main ; OPEN/CLOSE unit to open the tray and insert a disc. • Press the button again to close the tray. • When using 8 cm (3 ″) DVD-RAM, or 8 cm (3 ″) DVD-R, CH remove the disc from the cartridge. DV IN IN2 g Cartridge disc Insert label-up. 2 CH1 gq * REC Insert label-up with the arrow facing in. Insert fully. 2 Press [12 CH] to select the channel. 12 CH Numbered buttons To select with the numbered buttons: Antenna Cable TV e.g., 5: [
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To specify a time to stop recording Playing while you are recording –One Touch Recording RAM During recording Playing from the beginning of the title you are Press [* REC] to select the recording time. recording–Chasing playback • The unit’s display changes as shown below. Press [q] (PLAY) during recording. OFF 0:30 OFF 1:00 OFF 1:30 OFF 2:00 OFF 4:00 OFF 3:00 • There is no sound output while searching forward or backward. Counter (cancel) • This does not work during scheduled recordings (Ô pa
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Scheduled recording 1 Press [SCHEDULE]. Schedule Remaining Recording Time 1:58 SP List 3/26 Tue 12:53 PM No Channel Date On Off Mode Check New Scheduled Recording Press ENTER to set new schedule. ENTER S SUB MENU CANCEL Timer Off A 2 Press [e,r] to select “New Scheduled Numbered Recording” and press [ENTER]. buttons ADD/DLT SCHEDULED Remaining Recording Time 1:58 SP RECORDING 3/26 Tue 12:53 PM CANCEL Channel Date On Off Mode ---- ---------- --:-- -- --:-- -- -- Title Name Set channel. g ENTER
