Panasonic DMR-E20K Operating Instructions Manual

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5Getting startedRQT6035FeaturesThis unit allows recording of high quality video onDVD-RAM, the compact and durable digital media withfast random access. This media also outdoes past tapeformats in ease of operation.º Watch a program while you are record-ing itChasing playYou can watch a program from the start while you are still recordingit (➡➡➡➡➡ page 28).Simultaneous rec and playYou can record a program while watching one you recorded previ-ously (➡➡➡➡➡ page 28).Time SlipYou can jump back 30 seconds to review a piece of action youmissed while recording by pressing the Time Slip button (can be setbetween 1 minute and 360 minutes: ➡➡➡➡➡ page 29).º Maximum 12 hours on DVD-RAM³Using a double-sided, 9.4 GB DVD-RAM allows you to record amaximum of 12 hours.³When using a 4.7 GB DVD-RAM or a DVD-R, you can get 1 hourrecording using the XP high picture quality mode, 2 hours with theregular SP mode, 4 hours with the long LP mode, and 6 hours withthe extra long EP mode.³There is also the FR (flexible recording) mode you can use withtimer recording to fit recordings efficiently onto the available spaceon the disc.º The Top Window shows you most of thefeatures you can use (➡ page 30)The top window has most of the features and functions you are likelyto use regularly. Just select the icon for the operation you want toperform.º Make your own DVD-Video³This unit records to DVD-R following the DVD-Video specificationsso you can make your own DVD-Video (➡ page 7).³The encoder system used for recording is called “Hybrid VBR”which allows high quality recordings.º Exceptional picture and sound qualitywhen recording³Audio is recorded using Dolby Digital stereo, enabling high qualitysound recordings.³As well as being able to play DVD-Video movie software, this unitcan also play other types of discs including audio CDs and videoCDs. This means your recorder will be the center of your homeentertainment, from high-end home theater through to CD play.Getting the most from the versatility ofDVD-RAM and DVD-Rº Fast access to the program you want towatch (➡ page 56)Use the direct navigator to find a program you have recorded andstart play.º Edit scenes freely (➡ page 65) [RAM]Use play lists to select your favorite scenes and rearrange them toplay in any order you like. Pick out scenes from a music or sportsshow and create a collection of your favorite scenes, or take theimages you have shot with a video camera and edit them into amovie of your own creation.Symbols used in these operatinginstructionsº Top windowis used to indicate operations you can access fromthe top window, such as the direct navigator andplay list screen.º Troubleshootingis used to indicate ways to fix potential problems.º Discs you can useThe features you can use with the different types of discs areindicated as follows.[RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD]For your reference³[DVD-R] indicates DVD-R that have not yet been finalized(➡➡➡➡➡ pages 55 and 96) and can still be recorded on.³DVD-R that have been finalized can use the same featuresas DVD-Video. (Refer to features indicated [DVD-V].)OperationThese operating instructions describe operations mainly us-ing the remote control. If the name of the button is the same,the operation described can also be performed with the mainunit.DisplaysThe displays shown in these instructions are examples only.Actual displays depend on the disc and the operations youare performing.DVD-RAM DVD-R DVD-Video AudioCDsVideoCDsTOPPats. 5,307,173; 5,335,079; 4,908,713; 4,751,578; and4,706,121“DTS”, “DTS Digital Surround” and “DTS Digital Out” are reg-istered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarksof Dolby Laboratories.VCR Plusi and PlusCode are registered trademarks ofGemstar Development Corporation. The VCR Plusi systemis manufactured under license from Gemstar DevelopmentCorporation.!?