37RQT9431Specifying the Recording TimeThis operation will only record from the tuner toHDD in DR mode.This function allows specifying the length of recordingtime up to 4 hours.OFF 4:00 OFF 1:30Counter (Cancel) OFF 0:30 OFF 1:00OFF 3:00 OFF 2:00During recordingon the main unit repeatedlyuntil the desired time is reached.The recording time and the unit’s display changeas follows:–NotesThis function does not work during timer recording.Recording stops and the set time is cleared if you press [g].The unit turns off automatically after recording finished.When recording from external equipment, you can select therecording mode from XP, SP, LP, EP. (➔ 63)Direct TV RecordingThis operation will only record to HDD in DR mode.This function allows you to immediately start recordingthe programme that you are viewing on the TV withouthaving to change the channels on this unit.• You can use the function when you connect the unitto a Q Link compatible TV using the 21-pin Scartcable.(When recording using the TV’s tuner, you can selectthe recording mode from XP, SP, LP, EP.)You can also use this function using VIERA Link. (➔84)and hold for about 1 second.TipsTo stop recordingPress [g].NotesIf you switch TV channels while using Direct TV recording duringviewing the analogue or digital terrestrial broadcasting, the DirectTV recording stops.•••••Playing while you are recordingChasing PlaybackAllows playback from the beginning of the title you arerecording.Simultaneous Record and PlaybackAllows playback of a previous title, while recordingsomething else.• You can also change the drive and play whilerecording. Press [DRIVE SELECT].During recordinge, r to select the title to play,thenTipsTo stop playPress [g].To exit the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screenPress [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].To stop recordingAfter play stops1. Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] to exit the screen.2. Press [g].Notes“Chasing Playback” and “Simultaneous Record and Playback”can only be used with programmes of the same encoding system(PAL/NTSC).Depending on the state of the unit, playback may not be possible.(➔ 113)••Recording
