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..."1" or "ALL". For optimum performance and safety, please read the instructions completely. Example: 1 ALL 124 P PC If you for future reference. DMR-EH55 Recording Playing back Editing Copying Convenient functions Reference Dear customer Thank you have any questions contact In the U.S.A.: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) In Canada: ...]only] The warranty can be found on page 79. Region number supported by this unit Region numbers are allocated to DVD players and DVD-Video according to where they are sold. ≥The region number of this product. Getting started Operating Instructions...
..."1" or "ALL". For optimum performance and safety, please read the instructions completely. Example: 1 ALL 124 P PC If you for future reference. DMR-EH55 Recording Playing back Editing Copying Convenient functions Reference Dear customer Thank you have any questions contact In the U.S.A.: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) In Canada: ...]only] The warranty can be found on page 79. Region number supported by this unit Region numbers are allocated to DVD players and DVD-Video according to where they are sold. ≥The region number of this product. Getting started Operating Instructions...
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...48 Album and picture operation 48 Copying Copying titles or playlists 49 Copy 50 Copying using the copying list-Advanced Copy 50 Copying a finalized DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R and +R DL 52 Copying MPEG2 moving pictures from an SD card 52 Copying from a video cassette recorder 53 Manual...Top Menu first -Playback will start with 58 Enabling discs to be played on other equipment-Finalize . . . 58 Creating Top Menu-Create DVD Top Menu 58 Entering text 59 Changing the unit's settings 60 Common procedures 60 Summary of settings 60 Changing the speaker setting to suit ...
...48 Album and picture operation 48 Copying Copying titles or playlists 49 Copy 50 Copying using the copying list-Advanced Copy 50 Copying a finalized DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R and +R DL 52 Copying MPEG2 moving pictures from an SD card 52 Copying from a video cassette recorder 53 Manual...Top Menu first -Playback will start with 58 Enabling discs to be played on other equipment-Finalize . . . 58 Creating Top Menu-Create DVD Top Menu 58 Entering text 59 Changing the unit's settings 60 Common procedures 60 Summary of settings 60 Changing the speaker setting to suit ...
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... that allow one copy No No No Recording both Main and SAP for recording and play Disc type Hard disk drive (HDD) ≥200 GB DVD-RAM ≥4.7 GB/9.4 GB, 12 cm (5z) ≥2.8 GB, 8 cm (3z) Logo - Usable high speed recording disc type§3 Up to 4X recording ...speed discs. Up to a DVD-R DL disc on DVD-RAM compatible players. (It is recorded. ➡ 62, Multi- Yes Yes§5 Yes§5 Yes Yes [CPRM (➡ 76) compatible discs only.] Yes§...
... that allow one copy No No No Recording both Main and SAP for recording and play Disc type Hard disk drive (HDD) ≥200 GB DVD-RAM ≥4.7 GB/9.4 GB, 12 cm (5z) ≥2.8 GB, 8 cm (3z) Logo - Usable high speed recording disc type§3 Up to 4X recording ...speed discs. Up to a DVD-R DL disc on DVD-RAM compatible players. (It is recorded. ➡ 62, Multi- Yes Yes§5 Yes§5 Yes Yes [CPRM (➡ 76) compatible discs only.] Yes§...
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...not be able to CPRM compatible DVD-R and DVD-RW on this method in a similar way as contents recorded in DVD Video Recording format ≥DVD-R (DVD-Video format), DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL recorded on another equipment. ≥We recommend using Panasonic discs and cards. HDD, disc... one time recording disc. (➡ 25, Recording modes and approximate recording times) §2 [RAM] Can be played on Panasonic DVD recorders and DVD-RAM compatible DVD players. Data that allow "One time only recording" to play the disc on another unit and not finalized (➡ 76...
...not be able to CPRM compatible DVD-R and DVD-RW on this method in a similar way as contents recorded in DVD Video Recording format ≥DVD-R (DVD-Video format), DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL recorded on another equipment. ≥We recommend using Panasonic discs and cards. HDD, disc... one time recording disc. (➡ 25, Recording modes and approximate recording times) §2 [RAM] Can be played on Panasonic DVD recorders and DVD-RAM compatible DVD players. Data that allow "One time only recording" to play the disc on another unit and not finalized (➡ 76...
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... DivX ≥CD-R and CD-RW§ with music recorded in MP3 (➡ 40) ≥CD-R and CD-RW§ with a Panasonic SD Video camera, etc. Regarding DVD-Audio Some manufacturers do not conform to CD-DA specifications (copy control CDs, etc.) cannot be guaranteed. So you may not always be...for recording may become longer. Refer to it on this unit in 2 channels. [-RW‹VR›] DVD-RW recorded on this unit (➡ 57, 76). Disc type DVD-R CD Video CD Logo - http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This site is formatted on a PC, you can control how discs are ...
... DivX ≥CD-R and CD-RW§ with music recorded in MP3 (➡ 40) ≥CD-R and CD-RW§ with a Panasonic SD Video camera, etc. Regarding DVD-Audio Some manufacturers do not conform to CD-DA specifications (copy control CDs, etc.) cannot be guaranteed. So you may not always be...for recording may become longer. Refer to it on this unit in 2 channels. [-RW‹VR›] DVD-RW recorded on this unit (➡ 57, 76). Disc type DVD-R CD Video CD Logo - http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This site is formatted on a PC, you can control how discs are ...
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...It is necessary to record digital broadcasts that allow "One time only recording" onto DVD-R, DVD-RW, +R, +RW or 8 cm (3z) DVD-RAM discs. Recording of digital broadcasting It is not possible to finalize DVD-R, etc. Set "Enable High-Speed Mode" to "On" before recording to ...discs only. [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] Playing the disc on this unit after recording or copying (➡ 58). on other DVD equipment Finalize DC IN 9V CHG A.SURMROONIUTONPRIDCMTUORDEEMODE OPEN REPEAT SEARCH ENTER VOL TOP MENU DISPLAY MENU RETURN ON OFF Í /I Í DOUBLE...
...It is necessary to record digital broadcasts that allow "One time only recording" onto DVD-R, DVD-RW, +R, +RW or 8 cm (3z) DVD-RAM discs. Recording of digital broadcasting It is not possible to finalize DVD-R, etc. Set "Enable High-Speed Mode" to "On" before recording to ...discs only. [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] Playing the disc on this unit after recording or copying (➡ 58). on other DVD equipment Finalize DC IN 9V CHG A.SURMROONIUTONPRIDCMTUORDEEMODE OPEN REPEAT SEARCH ENTER VOL TOP MENU DISPLAY MENU RETURN ON OFF Í /I Í DOUBLE...
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...may become hot. Carefully read the lens cleaner's instructions before use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit is played in a DVD Recorder or computer disc drive manufactured by the environment, especially temperature, humidity, and dust. Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is... displayed. Closing the cover Insert the card label up with a DVD Recorder or computer disc drive manufactured by such loss. If swallowed, seek 10 medical advice immediately. Do not use ballpoint pens or other hard...
...may become hot. Carefully read the lens cleaner's instructions before use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit is played in a DVD Recorder or computer disc drive manufactured by the environment, especially temperature, humidity, and dust. Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is... displayed. Closing the cover Insert the card label up with a DVD Recorder or computer disc drive manufactured by such loss. If swallowed, seek 10 medical advice immediately. Do not use ballpoint pens or other hard...
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... Please note them in parentheses when asking for remote control 1 Audio/video cable (K2KA6BA00003) 1 IR Blaster (K2ZZ04C00001) 1 DVD-RAM disc (U.S.A. MODEL NUMBER DMR-EH55 SERIAL NUMBER User memo: DATE OF PURCHASE DEALER NAME DEALER ADDRESS TELEPHONE NUMBER The remote control ∫ Batteries ≥Insert so...8805;Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries. ≥Do not use different types at : http://www.prodreg.com/panasonic/ The model number and serial number of this product can damage items the fluid contacts and may be used for U.S.A.: To order...
... Please note them in parentheses when asking for remote control 1 Audio/video cable (K2KA6BA00003) 1 IR Blaster (K2ZZ04C00001) 1 DVD-RAM disc (U.S.A. MODEL NUMBER DMR-EH55 SERIAL NUMBER User memo: DATE OF PURCHASE DEALER NAME DEALER ADDRESS TELEPHONE NUMBER The remote control ∫ Batteries ≥Insert so...8805;Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries. ≥Do not use different types at : http://www.prodreg.com/panasonic/ The model number and serial number of this product can damage items the fluid contacts and may be used for U.S.A.: To order...
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... G : CREATE AUDIO DISPLAY CHAPTER Info H ; While paused, press [2;] or [;1] (left , or right to select an item. By using the remote control. > DVD POWER TV POWER 1 ÍÍ ? For example, when you select "Other Functions", press [3, 4] to previous screen H Create chapters (➡ 38) I < ...REC REC MODE STATUS CM SKIP J = K 1 Turn the unit on (➡ 20) 2 Select drive (HDD, DVD or SD) (➡ 24, 36, 40) 3 Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter numbers 4 Cancel 5 Basic operations for recording and play 6 Skip the ...
... G : CREATE AUDIO DISPLAY CHAPTER Info H ; While paused, press [2;] or [;1] (left , or right to select an item. By using the remote control. > DVD POWER TV POWER 1 ÍÍ ? For example, when you select "Other Functions", press [3, 4] to previous screen H Create chapters (➡ 38) I < ...REC REC MODE STATUS CM SKIP J = K 1 Turn the unit on (➡ 20) 2 Select drive (HDD, DVD or SD) (➡ 24, 36, 40) 3 Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter numbers 4 Cancel 5 Basic operations for recording and play 6 Skip the ...
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...(➡ 24, 36, 40) Drive changes each time you eject a disc and close the tray.) ≥When using 8 cm (3″ ) DVD-RAM or 8 cm (3″ ) DVD-R, remove the disc from one side of power. 2 Disc tray (➡ below) 3 Connector for a digital video (DV) camcorder (➡ 53...< = 1 POWER button (POWER Í/I) (➡ 20) Press to switch the unit from on the cartridge set to "PROTECT" (➡ 56, Cartridge-protection) ] [DVD-V] [DVD-A] [VCD] [CD] ≥If the unit is stopped or recording to the HDD, it over. RQT8365 13 Control reference guide Main unit 1 2 3 4 5 6...
...(➡ 24, 36, 40) Drive changes each time you eject a disc and close the tray.) ≥When using 8 cm (3″ ) DVD-RAM or 8 cm (3″ ) DVD-R, remove the disc from one side of power. 2 Disc tray (➡ below) 3 Connector for a digital video (DV) camcorder (➡ 53...< = 1 POWER button (POWER Í/I) (➡ 20) Press to switch the unit from on the cartridge set to "PROTECT" (➡ 56, Cartridge-protection) ] [DVD-V] [DVD-A] [VCD] [CD] ≥If the unit is stopped or recording to the HDD, it over. RQT8365 13 Control reference guide Main unit 1 2 3 4 5 6...
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... amplifier Amplifier's rear panel AUDIO IN R L Red White ∫ Connecting an amplifier with a digital input terminal ≥To enjoy multi-channel surround sound DVD-Video, connect an amplifier with a built-in the Setup menu (➡ 63). AUDIO IN R L COMPONENT VIDEO IN Television Red White Audio/Video cable...These terminals can enjoy the highest quality of the equipment to be connected. ≥You cannot use DTS Digital Surround decoders not suited to DVD. ≥Even if using an optical digital audio cable and change the settings in "Digital Audio Output" (➡ 62). ≥When...
... amplifier Amplifier's rear panel AUDIO IN R L Red White ∫ Connecting an amplifier with a digital input terminal ≥To enjoy multi-channel surround sound DVD-Video, connect an amplifier with a built-in the Setup menu (➡ 63). AUDIO IN R L COMPONENT VIDEO IN Television Red White Audio/Video cable...These terminals can enjoy the highest quality of the equipment to be connected. ≥You cannot use DTS Digital Surround decoders not suited to DVD. ≥Even if using an optical digital audio cable and change the settings in "Digital Audio Output" (➡ 62). ≥When...
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...Audio Output" to "Off" in playback or when scheduled to where playback started . The unit automatically turns off when you use Panasonic's HDMI cable. Automatic input switching When the following operations are performed the television will be down-mixed (➡ 76) and ...on the connected equipment (e.g., television). STEP 1 Connection Connecting with CPPM (Content Protection for Prerecorded Media, ➡ 76), copy-protected DVD-Audio cannot be output through the HDMI terminal. Connect the audio cables (red and white) to the corresponding audio input terminals. ...
...Audio Output" to "Off" in playback or when scheduled to where playback started . The unit automatically turns off when you use Panasonic's HDMI cable. Automatic input switching When the following operations are performed the television will be down-mixed (➡ 76) and ...on the connected equipment (e.g., television). STEP 1 Connection Connecting with CPPM (Content Protection for Prerecorded Media, ➡ 76), copy-protected DVD-Audio cannot be output through the HDMI terminal. Connect the audio cables (red and white) to the corresponding audio input terminals. ...
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... this unit. 2 STEP Setting up the TV Guide On ScreenTM system POWER OPEN/CLOSE DRIVE SELECT REC k1.3 POWER Í/ l Í DVD POWER Numbered buttons DVD POWER Í TV POWER Í DRIVE TV/VIDEO CH SELECT VOLUME 12 45 78 0 CANCEL SKIP PAGE 3 CH 6 9 VCR Plusi INPUT... this information, program-based recordings cannot be displayed. Use the TV Guide On ScreenTM system to select one more about the setup contents of your DVD Recorder is located: = = = = = 6 Set the service(s) being used when downloading the program listings, the cooling fan may sometimes operate when...
... this unit. 2 STEP Setting up the TV Guide On ScreenTM system POWER OPEN/CLOSE DRIVE SELECT REC k1.3 POWER Í/ l Í DVD POWER Numbered buttons DVD POWER Í TV POWER Í DRIVE TV/VIDEO CH SELECT VOLUME 12 45 78 0 CANCEL SKIP PAGE 3 CH 6 9 VCR Plusi INPUT... this information, program-based recordings cannot be displayed. Use the TV Guide On ScreenTM system to select one more about the setup contents of your DVD Recorder is located: = = = = = 6 Set the service(s) being used when downloading the program listings, the cooling fan may sometimes operate when...
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... setup process. The unit starts setting channels automatically. A television reception screen or a blue background screen is needed, In the U.S.A.: Contact Panasonic's Customer Call Center at 2 a.m. SEARCH SETUP SCHEDULE INFO SCHEDULE 87 NWGB LISTINGS SEARCH 8:00 8:30 INFO TV Guide On Screen Setup Progress... (The program listings will not fail. STEP STATUS search for time search for TV stations with this unit. 1 Press [Í DVD POWER]. (The unit turns off and reset the clock correctly if you are using this unit downloads the program listings. Stop downloading the...
... setup process. The unit starts setting channels automatically. A television reception screen or a blue background screen is needed, In the U.S.A.: Contact Panasonic's Customer Call Center at 2 a.m. SEARCH SETUP SCHEDULE INFO SCHEDULE 87 NWGB LISTINGS SEARCH 8:00 8:30 INFO TV Guide On Screen Setup Progress... (The program listings will not fail. STEP STATUS search for time search for TV stations with this unit. 1 Press [Í DVD POWER]. (The unit turns off and reset the clock correctly if you are using this unit downloads the program listings. Stop downloading the...
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... and press [1]. 5 Press [3, 4] to select "TV Type" and press [ENTER]. e.g., 0250: [0] ➡ [2] ➡ [5] ➡ [0] Manufacturer and Code No. Panasonic National QUASAR 0250/0051 PHILIPS (RC-5) RCA SAMSUNG 0054 0047 0060/0587/ 0702 FISHER 0154 SANYO 0154 GE 0047 SHARP 0165/0093 GOLDSTAR 0178/ 0457...the unit's display and you place other Panasonic products close together. Use "1", the factory set code, under normal circumstances. RQT8365 23 Setup Remote Control Code Channel Setup Disc Press "±" and "ENTER" together for DVD-RAM" To return to select the ...
... and press [1]. 5 Press [3, 4] to select "TV Type" and press [ENTER]. e.g., 0250: [0] ➡ [2] ➡ [5] ➡ [0] Manufacturer and Code No. Panasonic National QUASAR 0250/0051 PHILIPS (RC-5) RCA SAMSUNG 0054 0047 0060/0587/ 0702 FISHER 0154 SANYO 0154 GE 0047 SHARP 0165/0093 GOLDSTAR 0178/ 0457...the unit's display and you place other Panasonic products close together. Use "1", the factory set code, under normal circumstances. RQT8365 23 Setup Remote Control Code Channel Setup Disc Press "±" and "ENTER" together for DVD-RAM" To return to select the ...
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... the start recording. REC To select with this unit. 1 RQT8365 24 Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD or DVD recording drive. Recording television programs [HDD] ≥You can record up to select the recording mode (XP, SP, LP... Remaining time on the disc (XP mode: 36 hours 41 minutes) Remaining time on the disc may be more than 3 minutes.) In order to play DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R (recorded with the numbered buttons: Antenna Channel CableTV, Satellite Channel e.g., 5: [0] ➡ [5] 15: [1] ➡ [5] e.g., 5: [0] ➡ [0] ➡ [0] ...
... the start recording. REC To select with this unit. 1 RQT8365 24 Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD or DVD recording drive. Recording television programs [HDD] ≥You can record up to select the recording mode (XP, SP, LP... Remaining time on the disc (XP mode: 36 hours 41 minutes) Remaining time on the disc may be more than 3 minutes.) In order to play DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R (recorded with the numbered buttons: Antenna Channel CableTV, Satellite Channel e.g., 5: [0] ➡ [5] 15: [1] ➡ [5] e.g., 5: [0] ➡ [0] ➡ [0] ...
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...compatible for 30 minutes of the program. RQT8365 25 Refer to "Deleting all the recorded contents will fit one disc perfectly. 4.7 GB DVD-RAM When the format confirmation screen is displayed [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] When you insert a new disc... when using "EP (6H)" than indicated. (The times provided on this chart are an estimate.) Recording Mode HDD (200 GB) DVD-RAM Single-sided (4.7 GB) Double-sided§1 (9.4 GB) DVD-R DVD-RW, +R +RW (4.7 GB) DVD-R DL §3 (8.5 GB) +R DL §3 (8.5 GB) XP (High picture quality recording 44 h 1 h 2 h 1 h ...
...compatible for 30 minutes of the program. RQT8365 25 Refer to "Deleting all the recorded contents will fit one disc perfectly. 4.7 GB DVD-RAM When the format confirmation screen is displayed [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] When you insert a new disc... when using "EP (6H)" than indicated. (The times provided on this chart are an estimate.) Recording Mode HDD (200 GB) DVD-RAM Single-sided (4.7 GB) Double-sided§1 (9.4 GB) DVD-R DVD-RW, +R +RW (4.7 GB) DVD-R DL §3 (8.5 GB) +R DL §3 (8.5 GB) XP (High picture quality recording 44 h 1 h 2 h 1 h ...
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...]. Preparation ≥Select the channel or the external input (IN1, IN2, IN3 or DV) to record. ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD or DVD recording drive. 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select "Other Functions" press [ENTER]. 3 Press [3, 4] to stop mode. Set recording time... hours later. ≥The unit display changes as shown below. Recording television programs DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR AUDIO ¥ REC DVD POWER Í TV POWER Í DRIVE TV/VIDEO CH SELECT VOLUME 12 45 78 0 CANCEL SKIP PAGE 3 CH 6 9 VCR Plusi INPUT...
...]. Preparation ≥Select the channel or the external input (IN1, IN2, IN3 or DV) to record. ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD or DVD recording drive. 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select "Other Functions" press [ENTER]. 3 Press [3, 4] to stop mode. Set recording time... hours later. ≥The unit display changes as shown below. Recording television programs DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR AUDIO ¥ REC DVD POWER Í TV POWER Í DRIVE TV/VIDEO CH SELECT VOLUME 12 45 78 0 CANCEL SKIP PAGE 3 CH 6 9 VCR Plusi INPUT...
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...[. To stop playing. 2 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] to exit screen. 3 If the recording is on the other drive Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD or DVD recording drive. 4 Press [∫], then press [2, 1] to select "Stop recording" and press [ENTER]. (Scheduled recording ➡ 28) Selecting audio to select "Stop... or backward. a- RQT8365 27 Simultaneous rec and play stops 1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] to exit screen. 2 If the recording is on the other than DVD-RAM is inserted. ≥When "Enable High-Speed Mode" is set to "On" (➡ 61). (The default setting is "On".) ≥When...
...[. To stop playing. 2 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] to exit screen. 3 If the recording is on the other drive Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD or DVD recording drive. 4 Press [∫], then press [2, 1] to select "Stop recording" and press [ENTER]. (Scheduled recording ➡ 28) Selecting audio to select "Stop... or backward. a- RQT8365 27 Simultaneous rec and play stops 1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] to exit screen. 2 If the recording is on the other than DVD-RAM is inserted. ≥When "Enable High-Speed Mode" is set to "On" (➡ 61). (The default setting is "On".) ≥When...
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...press the button: [. If you can use only the portion of whether the unit is turned on this unit. 2 Press [Í DVD POWER] to select the appropriate channel on /off automatically. If the program listings are receivable. Program listings for DISH Network. For successful ...8805;You can set for scheduled recording. ≥Press [¥ REC] to change the setting Press [SUB MENU] and press [3, 4] to DVD, insert a disc that are using [2, 1]. (You can perform scheduled recording easily by just marking the desired program(s) in the program listings. however...
...press the button: [. If you can use only the portion of whether the unit is turned on this unit. 2 Press [Í DVD POWER] to select the appropriate channel on /off automatically. If the program listings are receivable. Program listings for DISH Network. For successful ...8805;You can set for scheduled recording. ≥Press [¥ REC] to change the setting Press [SUB MENU] and press [3, 4] to DVD, insert a disc that are using [2, 1]. (You can perform scheduled recording easily by just marking the desired program(s) in the program listings. however...