Panasonic DMR-E60 Operating Instructions Manual

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33Timer recording (continued)ªSetting for control of the recording starting andending time by special signal Included in thebroadcasting signal (PDC Function)PDC stands for Programme Delivery Control.If a TV programme, for example a football game runs longer thanscheduled, is shortened or starts earlier or later, this functionsynchronizes the recording start and stop with the actualbroadcasting start and stop of the TV programme.Conditions for correct operation of the PDC function:≥“ON” must be displayed under [PDC] on the screen.≥The TV station must broadcast PDC signals.≥The programme starting time must be set correctly to the startingtime listed in the newspaper/magazine.To activate the PDC Function:Use [3, 4] (10) to make the “ON” indication appear.ªIf “– –” appears under “Name” after entering aVIDEO Plus+ numberName stands for Programme Position/TV Station Name.Normally, the name of the TV station or the number of theprogramme position is displayed under “Name”.However, if the TV station information was not automatically setduring Preset Download or Auto Setup due to adverse receptionconditions, the “– –” indication appears instead.In such a case, follow the operation steps below to correct it.Use [3, 4] (10) repeatedly to select the programmeposition on which the TV programme to be recordedwill be broadcast.After you have entered the information of a TV station, it remainsstored in the unit’s memory, and you do not need to enter it againin the future.Note≥The built-in clock employs 24-hour system.≥The actual time recorded may be longer than the programmeitself when television programmes are recorded usingVIDEO Plus+.≥“Invalid Entry” is displayed when you enter the wrong code.Reenter the code.≥“PROG FULL” is displayed in the unit’s display if there are already16 items programmed. Delete unnecessary items (page 34).≥The remaining time displayed is calculated based on the currentrecording mode.≥When recording more than one programme in a row, for DVD-RAM the first few seconds, and for DVD-R about the first 30seconds of all programmes from the second one onwards will notbe recorded.≥Recording is not possible unless you set “Disc Protection” in“DISC INFORMATION” to “Off”. (page 37)≥You can not record to a disc if the write protect tab on a cartridgedisc is set to protect. Release this before operation (page 74).≥Even if the unit is put in the timer recording standby mode or thetimer recording is being performed, you can play a programme.≥If the unit is not put in the timer recording standby mode at thelatest 10 minutes before the programmed timer recording startingtime, the [ ] flashes on the unit display. In this case, press the[ , TIMER] (14) button to put the unit in the timer recordingstandby mode.Manual programming[RAM] [DVD-R]Remote control onlyYou can set your own programming conditions (up to 16programmes).Preparation≥Switch [DVD, TV] (19) to “DVD”.≥Ensure that this unit’s clock is set correctly.≥Insert a disc for recording (make sure there is enough room forthe programme you are going to record plus a little extra).1 Press [PROG/CHECK] (13).≥The Timer Programme List screen appears.A line that is ready for programming is highlighted.2 Press [ENTER] (10).≥The Timer Programme Correction screen appears.3 Use [1] (10) to move through the items and changethe items with [3, 4] (10).≥The current settings are shown each time you press [1] (10).≥You may use the numeric buttons (4) to enter “Name”,“Date”, “Start” and “Stop”.≥Name (Programme Position/TV Station Name)≥DateCurrent date!)the day before one month later!)Daily (Sunday to Saturday)!)Daily (Monday toSaturday)!)Daily (Monday to Friday)!)Weekly(Sundays)!)…!)Weekly (Saturdays)!)Current date…≥Start (start time)/Stop (finish time)The time increases or decreases in 30-minute increments ifyou hold the button.≥Mode (Recording mode)XP!)FR!)EP!)LP!)SP!)XP… (page 26)≥PDCON!)OFF(– – –) (page 32)≥TitleSelect “Title” and press [ENTER] (10), then refer to page 36for entering title.RETURNSELECTSP OK1:221:19BBC 1 15/ 7 TUE01Mode DiscspaceStopStartNo. Name Date1:58 SPTIMERRECORDING Remain1:19:00 15.7 TUEENTERNew Timer ProgrammeOFFPDCPress ENTER to storenew programme.RETURNNo.SELECT1:58 SPTIMERRECORDING Remain1:55:00 15.7 TUEENTER --0 9--:----/-- ---ModeStopStartName Date--:-- SPVPSPDCPlease set Channel.---Title1:58 SPTIMERRECORDING Remain1:19:00 15.7 TUE2:0015/ 7 TUEModeStopStartName DateSPBBC 1 1:00PDCOFFTitle