Before Use3Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit.Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safetyinstructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy forfuture reference.(1) Read these instructions.(2) Keep these instructions.(3) Heed all warnings.(4) Follow all instructions.(5) Do not use this apparatus near water.(6) Clean only with dry cloth.(7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance withthe manufacturer’s instructions.(8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heatregisters, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) thatproduce heat.(9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider thanthe other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a thirdgrounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are providedfor your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.(10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinchedparticularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the pointwhere they exit from the apparatus.(11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by themanufacturer.(12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, ortable specified by the manufacturer, or sold withthe apparatus. When a cart is used, use cautionwhen moving the cart/apparatus combination toavoid injury from tip-over.(13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms orwhen unused for long periods of time.(14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing isrequired when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has beenspilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatushas been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operatenormally, or has been dropped.Pages to be referred to are indicated as (l ±±).The explanations concerning discs are indicated by [DVD], thoseconcerning video are indicated by [VHS].(U.S.A. only)Product Registration CardPlease complete and return the included product registration card, orregister via the Internet at: http://www.prodreg.com/panasonic/You can enjoy both VHS and DVD with this unit.This DVD Video recorder records high quality images to rapidrandom access capable DVD-RAM media. This has resulted in manynew features that outperform older tape formats. The followinginformation summarizes a few of these features.Instant play (l 21, 33)There is no need to rewind or search forward. Direct Navigatorguides you to the beginning of the recorded video immediately.Instant recording (l 26)You no longer need to search for empty disc space. By pressing therecording button, the unit finds available recording space and beginsrecording right away. There is no need to worry about overwritingalready recorded content.Chasing playback (l 25)There is no need to wait until recording is complete. Without stoppingrecording, you can play the video currently being recorded from itsbeginning.Simultaneous Recording and Play (l 25)While recording, you can play another video program that wasrecorded previously.Time Slip (l 23, 25)During play and also while recording, you can jump to the scene youwish to view by specifying the skip time.One touch dubbing (l 58, 60)Memorable contents on VHS can be easily dubbed onto DVD. “Onetouch 2-way Transfer/Dubbing” enables you to copy from VHS toDVD and vice versa.IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSThe manufacturer accepts no responsibility and offers nocompensation for loss of recorded or edited material due to aproblem with the unit or recordable media, and accepts noresponsibility and offers no compensation for anysubsequent damage caused by such loss.Examples of causes of such losses are≥A disc recorded and edited with this unit is played in a DVDrecorder or computer disc drive manufactured by anothercompany.≥A disc used as described above and then played again in thisunit.≥A disc recorded and edited with a DVD recorder or computerdisc drive manufactured by another company is played in thisunit.About descriptions in these OperatingInstructionsAccessoriesPlease check and identify the suppliedaccessories. Use numbers indicated inparentheses when asking for replacement parts.Only for U.S.A.: To order accessories, refer to“Accessory Purchases” on page 71.Only for Canada: To order accessories, call the dealer fromwhom you have made your purchase.∏ 1 AC power supply cord(K2CB2CB00006)≥For use with this unit only. Do not use itwith other equipment.∏ 1 75 ≠ coaxial cable(K2KZ2BA00001)∏ 1 Audio/Video Cable(K2KA6CA00001)∏ 2 Batteries for the RemoteControlR6 size∏ 1 Remote Control(EUR7721X10)Useful featuresENGLISH