Panasonic DMR-EH50 Operating Instructions Manual

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4RQT8033Getting startedHDD (Hard disk drive) handling careThe HDD is a high precision recording instrument and because of its long recording capability and high speed operation it is a very special devicethat is easily susceptible to damage.As a basic rule, save important video content to a disc as backup.∫ The HDD is a device that is not built to withstand vibration/shock or dustDepending on the setup environment and handling of the HDD some content may become damaged and play and recording may no longer bepossible. Especially during operation, do not subject the unit to any vibration, shock, or remove the AC mains lead from the household mainssocket. In the event of a power failure during recording or play, the content may be damaged.∫ The HDD is a temporary storage deviceThe HDD is not an everlasting storage device for recorded content. Use the HDD as a temporary storage place for one-off viewing, editing, orsaving recorded content to a disc.∫ Immediately save (backup) all content as soon as you feel there may be a problem with the HDDIf there is an irregularity within the HDD, repetitive strange sounds or problems with picture (block noise, etc.) may result. Using the HDD in thiscondition may worsen the problem and in the worst case the HDD may no longer become usable. As soon as you notice this type of problem,transfer (dub) all content to disc and request service. Recorded content (data) on a HDD that has become unusable is unrecoverable.≥When the HDD has been automatically placed in the SLEEP mode (➡ below), or the unit is turned on or off, there may be an unexpected sound.This does not indicate a problem with this unit.∫ HDD recording time remainingThis unit records using a VBR (Variable bit rate) data compression system to vary recorded data segments to match video data segments whichmay cause differences in the displayed amount of time and space remaining for recording.If the remaining amount of time is insufficient, erase any unwanted titles to create enough space before you start recording. (Erasing a playlist willnot increase the amount of time.)∫ When “HDD SLP (SLEEP)” appears on the unit’s displayThe HDD has been automatically placed in the SLEEP mode. (The HDD continues to rotate at high speed while the unit is on. In order to extendthe life of the HDD, the HDD will be placed in the SLEEP mode if no operation has been performed for 30 minutes while there is no disc on thedisc tray.)≥Press [HDD] to activate.≥While in SLEEP mode play or recording may not start right away because the HDD takes time to be re-activated.≥When not using the unit, we recommend removing the disc in the tray in order to set the HDD to the SLEEP mode.∫ Setup precautions≥Do not place in an enclosed area so the rear cooling fanand the cooling vents on the side are covered up.≥Place the unit on a surface that is flat and not subject tovibration or impact.≥Do not place on anything thatgenerates heat like a video cassetterecorder, etc.≥Do not place in an area often subject totemperature changes.≥Place in an area where condensationdoes not occur. Condensation is a phenomenon where moistureforms on a cold surface when there is an extreme change intemperature. Condensation may cause internal damage to theunit.≥Conditions where condensation may occur–When there is an extreme change in temperature (moving froma very hot location to a very cold location, or vice versa, orwhen subjected to an air conditioner or when cooled airdirectly impacts the unit). When the HDD (warms duringoperation) is subjected to cold air, condensation may form onthe inside of the HDD and may cause damage to the HDDheads, etc.–When there is high humidity or a lot of steam in the room.–During the rainy season.In the above situation, without turning the unit on, let the unitadjust to the room temperature and wait 2–3 hours untilcondensation is gone.∫ Cigarette smoke etc. causes malfunction orbreakdownThe unit may breakdown if cigarette smoke or bug spray/vapor,etc. gets inside the unit.∫ While operating≥Do not move the unit or subject to vibration or impact. (TheHDD may become damaged.)≥Do not remove the AC mains lead from the household mainssocket, or flip the power breaker switch.While the unit is on, the HDD is rotating at high speed. Sound ormovement due to rotation is normal.∫ When moving the unit1 Turn the unit off. (Wait until “BYE” disappears from thedisplay.)2 Remove the AC mains lead from the household mains socket.3 Move only after the unit has come to a complete stop (approx.2 minutes) in order to avoid subjecting to vibration and shock.(Even after turning the unit off, the HDD continues operatingfor a short time.)This unitVCR∫ Indemnity concerning recorded contentPanasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording oredited content (data), and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing does not work properly. Likewise, the above also applies in acase where any type of repair is made to the unit (including any other non-HDD related component).