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RQT6986
Getting started
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions
listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future 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
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-
type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than
the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided
for 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 pinched partic-
ularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate nor-
mally, or has been dropped.
This unit allows recording of high quality video on HDD and DVD-RAM, the compact and durable digital media with fast
random access. This media also out performs past tape formats in ease of operation.
∫ Maximum 160 hours on HDD (Hard Disk Drive)
(‹page 15)
This model is installed with a high capacity 120 GB hard disk capable of
recording a maximum of 160 hours (6 hours continuously). The same
functions are available with HDD as with DVD-RAM and editing/record-
ing of visual data from hard disk to DVD-RAM/R is easy-to-perform.
∫ Maximum 12 hours on DVD-RAM
≥Using a double sided, 9.4 GB DVD–RAM allows you to record a
maximum of 12 hours (6 hours continuously).
≥You can also use the FR (Flexible Recording) mode to fit record-
ings efficiently onto the available space on the disc.
∫ Maximum 24t DVD-R recording speed
You can high speed record from the HDD to a DVD-R using 24k
recording speed on DVD-R discs that are compatible with high
speed recording (When EP mode and Dolby Digital is selected).
Programs stored on the HDD can be quickly dubbed and stored on
a DVD-R.
∫ Auto Renewal Recording (➜page 28)
If you record a program onto HDD repeatedly everyday or every
week using timer recording, the unit will record the new program
over the old one.
∫ Relief Recording (➜page 27)
When timer recording to DVD-RAM or DVD-R, the unit will compare
the remaining space on the disc and the time necessary for record-
ing. If space is insufficient the unit will record the program to HDD
instead (there is no relief recording function the other way, i.e. from
HDD to DVD-RAM or DVD-R).
∫ Editing your recording [HDD] [RAM]
≥You can divide programs (➜page 36).
≥Use play lists (➜page 32) to select your favorite scenes and rear-
range them to play in any order you like.
∫ Dubbing/editing/playing SD VIDEO (MPEG4)
programs (‹pages 22, 30, 42)
≥You can simultaneously record programs as SD VIDEO (MPEG4)
programs to the HDD (➜page 14). By dubbing to a SD card, you
can view the programs on a Panasonic video camera [SD VIDEO
(MPEG4) compatible].
≥You can also dub SD VIDEO (MPEG2) recorded on future
releases of Panasonic SD video cameras to this unit.
∫
Saving/editing/playing still pictures (JPEG, TIFF)
taken on a digital camera (
‹
pages 22, 38–41)
≥You can save to a high capacity HDD or DVD-RAM.
≥You can play on a television screen.
≥You can set the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) for automatic
printing on your home printer or at a photo developing store.
∫ DV Automatic Recording (➜page 16)
A play list is automatically created, which is convenient for editing.
∫
Exceptional sound and picture quality when recording
≥
Audio is recorded using Dolby Digital stereo, enabling high quality
sound recordings. When recording in XP mode it is possible to use
LPCM (2 channel) to achieve sound recordings of even higher quality.
≥The encoder system used for recording is called “Hybrid VBR” and
allows high quality recordings.
∫ Fast access to the program you want to watch
(➜page 19)
[HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R]
Use the Direct Navigator to find a program you have recorded and start play.
∫ Make your own DVD-Video
≥Finalizing a DVD-R that has been recorded on produces an origi-
nal DVD-Video in accordance with DVD-Video standards.
≥
In addition to DVD-Video movie software, this unit can also play other
types of discs including audio CDs and Video CDs. This means that
this unit has the potential to play a central role in your home enter-
tainment, from high-end home theater through to CD playback.
∫ MP3 disc play (➜page 24)
You can also play MP3 files recorded on CD-R and CD-RW, as well
as DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-Audio, DVD-Video, Video CDs and CDs.
∫ Progressive Scan
By connecting the component video terminal of this unit to a pro-
gressive scan television, it is possible to enjoy the high quality pic-
ture rendered by the progressive scan function.
∫ Quick View (➜page 21)
You can speed up play to make checking the contents faster. Both
video and sound are played faster.
∫ The FUNCTIONS window shows you most of the
features you can use (➜page 50)
The FUNCTIONS window has most of the features and functions
you are likely to use regularly. Just select the icon for the operation
you want to perform.
∫ Watch a program while you are recording it
(➜page 17)
[HDD] [RAM]
Chasing play
You can watch a program from the start while you are still recording it.
Simultaneous rec and play
You can record a program while watching one you recorded previously.
Time Slip
You can jump back to review a piece of action you missed while
recording by pressing the time slip button.
≥During playback, you can specify a length of time to jump to the
scene you wish to view.
Features