BC Time Recorder operating and programming inst Operations Instructions

PRQT8152-3PPCOperating InstructionsDVD RecorderDMR-ES20Model No.Getting startedRecordingPlaying backEditingTransfer (Dubbing)Convenient functionsEspañ

RQT815210Getting startedSTEP 2 Plug-in Auto TuningAfter plugging the unit into your household AC outlet and pressing [^ DVD POWER] to turn the unit on

RQT815211Getting startedn If the clock is an hour slower or faster than the actual time Select “–1” or “+1” in “Adjust Time Zone” in the SETUP menu (Ô

RQT815212Getting startedSTEP 3 Channel settingsSet these guide channels so you can use the VCR Plus+ system for scheduled recording. Before starting t

RQT815213Getting startedYou can give the preset captions, or manually enter new ones yourself.The captions you enter are displayed when the channel is

RQT815214Getting startedSTEP 4 Set up to match your television and remote controlYou do not have to change the setting when connected to a 4: 3 standa

RQT815215RecordingRecording television programsPreparation• Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to t

RQT815216RecordingRecording television programsRefer to the control reference on page 15.Depending on the content being recorded, the recording times

RQT815217RecordingNoteYou cannot use the following play operations for about 10 or so seconds after starting recording.Press [q] (PLAY) during recordi

RQT815218RecordingScheduled recordingYou can enter up to 16 programs up to a month in advance.• When connecting a cable TV box or satellite receiver,

RQT815219RecordingYou can enter up to 16 programs up to a month in advance. (Each daily or weekly program is counted as one program.) • When connectin

RQT81522Getting startedThe lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uni

RQT815220Playing backPlaying discsPreparation• Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit.• Tu

RQT815221Playing backOperations during playStopPress [g].The stopped position is memorized. (Excluding when playing from the Direct Navigator and when

RQT815222Playing backUsing menus to play MP3 and still pictures (JPEG)This unit plays MP3 files recorded on CD-R/RW designed for audio recording that

RQT815223Playing back1 Press [TOP MENU].• Thumbnails for large JPEG files and images with aspect ratios other than 4:3 may not display.2 Press [e, r,

RQT815224Playing backUsing on-screen menus1 Press [DISPLAY].• Depending on the condition of the unit (playing, stopped, etc.) and disc contents, there

RQT815225Playing backOnly when you have selected “480p” in “TV Type” (Ô page 14).Position1 (Standard) - 5: The higher the setting the lower the screen

RQT815226EditingEditing titles/chapters • The maximum number of items on a disc:–Titles: 99 ( 49 titles)–Chapters: Approximately 1000 ( Approxima

RQT815227Editing Multiple editing is possible. Multiple editing is possible.Title operationsErase Title Press [w, q] to select “Erase” and press [ENTE

RQT815228EditingPlaying playlistsNoteYou cannot create or edit playlists on this unit. However, you can play a playlist that has been created or edite

RQT815229Transfer (Dubbing)Recording from a video cassette recordere.g.: Connecting other video equipment to the IN2 or DV input terminals• Turn off t

RQT81523Getting startedTable of contentsIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Useful features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

RQT815230Convenient functionsDisc managementPreparation• Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this

RQT815231Convenient functionssteps 1-3 (Ô page 30)4 Press [e, r] to select “Playback will start with:” and press [ENTER].Press [e, r] to select “Top M

RQT815232Convenient functionsChanging the unit’s settingsSee page 34 for details on menu operation.The settings remain intact even if you switch the u

RQT815233Convenient functionsTabs Menus Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.)VideoContinuedBlack Level ControlSelect normal, lighter or

RQT815234Convenient functionsChanging the unit’s settingsPreparation• The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby.• Turn on the

RQT815235ReferenceSpecificationsRecording System: DVD Video Recording format (DVD-RAM),DVD-Video format (DVD-R),DVD-Video format (DVD-RW)Optical pick

RQT815236ReferenceGlossaryBitstreamThis is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 channel) before it is decoded into its various chan

RQT815237ReferenceFrequently asked questionsSet up PageDiscRecordingDo the Audio/Video cables need to be connected to the TV in order to see the Menus

RQT815238ReferenceError messagesOn the television PageOn the unit’s display Cannot finish recording completely.•••The program was copy-protected.The

RQT815239ReferenceTroubleshooting guideBefore requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if

RQT81524Getting startedDisc information(Chart continues on page 5.)• We recommend using Panasonic discs. We recommend using DVD-RAM discs with cartrid

RQT815240ReferenceTroubleshooting guideDisplays PageSoundOperationThe display is dim.•Change “Front Display” in the SETUP menu. 33“12: 00A” is flashi

RQT815241ReferenceRecording/Scheduled recording PagePlayEditCannot record. ••••••••You haven’t inserted a disc or the disc you inserted cannot be reco

RQT815242ReferenceDisc handlingn How to hold a discDo not touch the recorded surface.n Concerning non-cartridge discsBe careful about scratches and di

RQT815243ReferenceLimited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.)Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North AmericaOne Pana

RQT815244EspañolInstalación básica• Las conexiones del equipo descritas son ejemplos.• Antes de hacer la conexión, apague todos los equipos y lea los

RQT815245EspañolPreparación• Encienda el televisor y seleccione la entrada de vídeo apropiada a las conexiones de esta unidad.• Si conecta el aparato

RQT815246EspañolGrabación de programas de televisión• No es posible grabar continuamente desde una cara a la otra en un disco de dos caras. Tendrá que

RQT815247EspañolReproducción de discos• No es posible reproducir continuamente desde una cara a la otra en un disco de dos caras. Tendrá que expulsar

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RQT81525Getting started(Chart continues from page 4.)(Chart continues from page 4.)• 2.6 and 5.2 GB DVD-RAM, 12 cm (5″) • 3.95 and 4.7 GB DVD-R for Au

RQT81526Getting startedControl reference guideRemote controlTVADD/DLTOPEN/CLOSESKIP SLOW/SEARCHREC MODE ERASERECPOWERF RecTIME SLIPFUNCTIONSDIRECT NAV

RQT81527Getting startedSTEP 1 Connection• The equipment connections described are examples. Visit Panasonic’s homepage for more information about conn

RQT81528Getting startedSTEP 1 Connection• You need to subscribe to a cable TV service to enjoy viewing their programming.• Consult your service provid

RQT81529Getting startedn To enjoy multi-channel surround sound on DVD-Videon Connection to a stereo amplifierUse one of the following connections to s