Panasonic DMR-PWT550 Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic DMR-PWT550 Operating Instructions Manual

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Blu-ray Disc™ Player / HDD Recorder
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Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.
• This Blu-ray Disc Player / HDD Recorder is for viewing and recording free to view channels
only. It does not receive pay TV or encrypted channels.
Software (Firmware) Update
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As they evolve, firmware updates may be required to support the latest
features. Panasonic strives to continually update firmware as new technology is
released. It's very important you install the latest updates to maintain proper
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http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ (This site is in English only.)

Operating Instructions

DMR-PWT550
Model No.
86) or
SQT0815-1

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Blu-ray Disc technology and broadcast services continue to add new features. As they evolve, firmware updates may be required to support the latest features. Panasonic strives to continually update firmware as new technology is released. It’s very important you install the latest updates to maintain proper operation of your unit.
  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions WARNING CAUTION Unit Unit • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or • This unit utilizes a laser. Use of controls or product damage, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in - Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.
  • Page 3: Supplied Accessories

    When a Indemnity concerning recorded content prohibited use of an unauthorized copy is detected, a Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for message will be displayed and playback or copying will damages directly or indirectly due to any type of be interrupted.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Editing video Safety precautions ..... .2 Supplied accessories ....3 Deleting/Editing titles .
  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Convenient functions About descriptions in these operating Playback menu ..... . . 69 instructions Basic Settings ......71 •...
  • Page 6: Hdd And Media Information

    Getting started HDD and media information Getting started For more details, refer also to the specifications. ( Recordable/playable contents (–: Impossible) Media type Standard symbol Playable contents Recordable contents • Video • WAV • AVCHD/AVCHD 3D • FLAC • MP4 •...
  • Page 7 Playable contents as DLNA client: Refer to “Playable contents”. ( It cannot be recorded directly. (Only compatible with copying from the built-in HDD) §1 Recorded with AVCHD format compatible devices (Panasonic video camera, etc.). It may not be §2 able to play back depending on the device.
  • Page 8: Photo Files

    Getting started HDD and media information Information about contents ∫ Broadcast Recordings ∫ Photo files Numbers of titles that can be recorded: Compatible pixels: Between 34k34 and 8192k8192 pixels Maximum Media Sub sampling: 4:2:2, 4:2:0 titles (Motion JPEG is not supported.) 3000 Maximum numbers of contents: •...
  • Page 9: Recording Mode

    Getting started Recording mode Recording Mode HG/HX/HE/HL/HM XP/SP/LP/EP Feature Programmes can be Recording can be done Recording can be done recorded in a nearly with reduced recording with reduced recording perfect broadcasted state. volume in HD quality. volume in SD quality. Quality Quality as the broadcast Standard definition...
  • Page 10: Notes

    Getting started HDD and media information Notes Notes for the disc • Region management information Notes for an External HDD (USB HDD) The unit can play back BD-Video/DVD-Video You can use an external HDD in the following two discs of the following regions codes, including ways.
  • Page 11 Getting started • Disc recorded on another device Notes for the SD cards • It may be necessary to finalise the disc, create • Compatible SD card Top Menu or close the session on the - SD Memory Card equipment used for recording to play on this unit.
  • Page 12 Getting started HDD and media information Media handling • Do not touch the recorded surface of the discs or the terminal surface of the SD cards. DO NOT • If there is dirt or condensation on the disc, wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry. DO NOT •...
  • Page 13: Unit Care

    Getting started Unit care HDD/USB HDD handling care When moving the unit • The HDD is a high precision device Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is empty. The HDD is a high precision recording instrument and is easily susceptible to damage. 1 Switch the unit to standby mode.
  • Page 14: Control Reference Guide

    Getting started Control reference guide Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. Remote control for Australia 1 Transmit the remote control signal • Point it at remote control signal sensor on this unit. ( 2 Switch the unit from on to standby mode or ...
  • Page 15 Getting started Remote control for New Zealand 1 Transmit the remote control signal • Point it at remote control signal sensor on this unit. ( 2 Switch the unit from on to standby mode or  vice versa 3 Select drive (HDD, BD, SD or USB) 4 Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter numbers or characters ...
  • Page 16 Getting started Control reference guide Main unit • While writing to/reading from the media, do not switch the unit to standby mode or remove the media. Such action Display may result in loss of the media contents.    •...
  • Page 17: Connection

    • When outputting 1080p or 24p (4K) signal, please use HDMI cables 5.0 meters or less. It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. • In case problems occur for the playback of content such as no picture or picture distortion, check the HDMI cable, related connections and the compatibility of TV video input.
  • Page 18: Amplifier/Receiver Connections

    If you use an optional HDMI cable, use the High amplifier/receiver is not 3D or 4K compatible. Speed HDMI cables. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized. It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s (ARC) HDMI cable. When outputting 1080p signal or 24p (4K) signal, please use HDMI Cables 5.0 meters or less.
  • Page 19: Network Connection

    (This site is in English only.) Panasonic will in no way be responsible for any • The unit is not compatible with public wireless LAN services. incidental damage which may arise due to a failure to obey these limits, or to any condition of use or disuse of this unit.
  • Page 20: Settings

    While pressing [TV Í], enter the code with the number buttons.  Manufacturer and Code No.  TV operation buttons DRIVE INPUT SELECT right) Brand Code Brand Code PAGE Panasonic 01/02/03/04 NOBLEX AIWA NOKIA 25/26/27/60/61 AKAI 27/30 NORDMENDE BEKO 05/71/72/73/74 INTERNET OLEVIA BENQ 58/59...
  • Page 21: Easy Setting

    Getting started Easy Setting To stop partway Press [RETURN Turn on the TV, then select the appropriate AV input to suit the connections to this unit. To restart setup 1 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. ( Press [Í] on the remote control or [Í/I] on 2 Select “Basic Settings”...
  • Page 22: Easy Network Setting

    Getting started Settings Easy Network Setting Connection method to wireless access point Easy Network Setting Search for wireless network: Select “Wired” or “Wireless”, then press 1 Select “Search for wireless network”, then [OK]. press [OK]. 2 The available wireless networks will be Easy Network Setting Settings and tests for connection required displayed.
  • Page 23 Getting started When you experience problems • Refer to the operating instructions of the hub or router. Refer to “When you experience problems with • If you set “Home Network function” or “TV Anytime” to “On”, Easy Network Setting”. ( the setting for “Quick Start”...
  • Page 24: Function Menu Screen

    Getting started FUNCTION MENU screen You can easily access the desired functions, such FUNCTION MENU list as playback, timer recording, the unit’s settings etc. via the FUNCTION MENU. • Media - Disc Press [FUNCTION MENU]. - SD Card - USB device FUNCTION MENU Media TV Guide...
  • Page 25: Watching Broadcasts

    Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts Using Channel List Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. ( 14, 15) You can select from the list of channel names. Press [CH W X] to select the channel. Press [OK]. •...
  • Page 26: Using Tv Guide System For Australia

    Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts Using TV Guide system for Australia Page up/down Press [CH W X]. Press [GUIDE]. To view a programme list for another day TV Guide screen appears. Press the green button (Previous) or the yellow e.g. Landscape view button (Next).
  • Page 27: Using Tv Guide System For New Zealand

    Watching broadcasts Using TV Guide system Listings screen for New Zealand e.g., Press [GUIDE].   Fri 27 Mar • “Loading..” appears on the television 21:45 NEWS  22:30 The temples in Japan screen before TV Guide is displayed. 23:25 Desperately Zoo , 22:00 ...
  • Page 28: Using Channel Information

    Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts Using channel information Operations while watching broadcast While watching a programme To show subtitle Press [STATUS When “ ” appears in channel information e.g., left) Press [STTL 71:20 DR • Press again to hide subtitle. Switching audio XXXX XXXXXX - XXXXXX All Digital Channels...
  • Page 29: Rewind Live Tv/Pause Live Tv

    Watching broadcasts [For_Australia] To use data service (Hybrid When you want to resume: Broadcast Broadband TV) Press [PLAY/a1.3 1]. • You can perform search or Quick View, etc. You can enjoy the interactive data services for To use data service •...
  • Page 30: Recording

    Recording Recording TV programmes Recording To set the recording time The titles can only be recorded to built-in 1 Select “Recording Time” or “Continuous HDD and cannot be copied from built-in HDD recording” in step 4 ( left). to the media other than USB HDD. Recording Time: You can set the length of recording time from 30 minutes to 4 hours.
  • Page 31: Operation During Recording

    Recording Operation during Recording To pause recording After displaying the recording programme, press To check the recording programme [PAUSE ;]. Press [STATUS • Press again to restart recording. (A title is not split into separate titles.) e.g., While recording two programmes simultaneously Recording programme •...
  • Page 32: Timer Recording

    Recording Timer recording To use TV Guide system Refer to “Using TV Guide system for Australia”. • You can enter up to 32 programmes within a month in advance. (Each daily, weekly or series programme is counted as one programme.) Operation during Recording •...
  • Page 33 Recording 3 Select the programme, then press the red If “Overlapped Timer Recording” screen button for timer recording. appears • Category may not be assigned correctly depending on the Overlapped Timer Recording programme information. Timer programme overlaps with others. Some part or all of programmes may not be recorded completely. Various functions with TV Guide Keep Change...
  • Page 34: Operation For New Zealand

    Recording Timer recording Operation for New Zealand To use TV Guide system Refer to “Using TV Guide system for New Preparation Zealand”. ( If you want to change the recording mode: Operation during Recording Press [REC MODE] and select the recording mode, then press [OK].
  • Page 35 Recording If “Overlapped Timer Recording” screen Various functions with TV Guide appears Guide Link The recording’s start and stop times can be Overlapped Timer Recording controlled by the broadcaster, e.g. delayed start. Timer programme overlaps with others. • The Guide Link function may not work if you Some part or all of programmes may not be recorded completely.
  • Page 36: Manually Programming Timer Recording

    Recording Timer recording Manually programming timer Timer recording options recording Select the items (Channel, Day/Date, etc.) and change the settings. Display the Timer recording list. 1 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. e.g., 2 Select “Timer Recording”, then press Timer Recording 30:24 DR TUE 06.01.2015 XXXXXX [OK].
  • Page 37: Timer Recording From Channel Information

    Recording Timer recording from channel Notes on timer recording information • Even if you switch the unit to standby mode during the timer recording, the recording is You can make timer recording of the current or continued. next programme. • When you programme successive timer While watching a programme recordings to start, about last 1 minute of earlier Press [STATUS...
  • Page 38: To Confirm And Edit A Timer Programme

    Recording Timer recording To confirm and edit a timer Screen icons programme Red: Timer recording standby is activated. Display the Timer recording list. Grey: Timer recording standby is deactivated. 1 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 2 Select “Timer Recording”, then press Currently recording programme [OK].
  • Page 39: Playing Back Video

    Playing back video Playing titles on the HDD Playing back video Video Menu screen § e.g., “For recorded titles ( 10)” only §    Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Video Menu Grouped Titles Time Remaining 45:54 (DR) Not Viewed Movie Drama Sport AVCHD...
  • Page 40 Playing back video Playing titles on the HDD Screen icons Currently recording programme Titles are categorised automatically. You can quickly find the recorded titles by Protected title selecting the tab. Title was not recorded due to recording protection To select the tab Title cannot be played Press [2, 1].
  • Page 41: Video List Screen

    Playing back video 1 Select the title, then press [OPTION]. Editing the grouped titles 2 Select “Chapter View”, then press [OK]. 1 Select the title or the group, then press the e.g., [HDD] yellow button. Play • A check mark is displayed. Repeat this step. Press OK to start playing from the selected chapter.
  • Page 42: Playing Titles On The Media

    Playing back video Playing titles on the media Menu screen § Selecting screen for each operation is displayed when the media is inserted, and you can access the operation screen easily. e.g., [USB] “For data files ( 10)” only § USB Device Insert the media.
  • Page 43: Notes For Bd-Live Discs

    Playing back video Video Menu screen Notes for BD-Live discs e.g., [BD-V] BD-Live allows you to enjoy more functions such Video Menu All Titles BD-RE as subtitles, exclusive images and online games Channel Date Title Name by connecting this unit to the Internet. 29.10 Start Time XXXXXX Rec time 0:10(HM) 04.10...
  • Page 44: Operation During Play

    Playing back video Operation during play Search Press [SLOW/SEARCH 6] or [SLOW/SEARCH 5]. • Press [PLAY/a1.3 1] to restart play. • Depending on the media and the type of file, some • The speed increases up to 5 steps. operations may not be possible. ([+R] [+RW]: Up to 3 steps) •...
  • Page 45 Playing back video [For_Australia] To delete the Chapter Mark Manual Skip [HDD] [USB_HDD] (For recorded titles, Skip forward 1 minute: 1 While paused Press [MANUAL SKIP +60s]. Press [SKIP :] or [SKIP 9] and skip to the location you want to delete. Skip backward 10 seconds: 2 Press [CHAPTER].
  • Page 46: 3D Video Playback

    Playing back video Operation during play 3D Picture Mode 3D video playback - Normal: Preparation Normal 3D effects. Connect 3D compatible TV to this unit. ( - Soft: • Perform the necessary preparations for the TV. Soft 3D effects. • This function cannot be enabled when “Signal Play back following the instructions displayed Format”...
  • Page 47: Editing Video

    Editing video Deleting/Editing titles Editing video Once deleted, divided or partially deleted, Editing recorded titles content cannot be restored to its original state. Make certain before proceeding. On the Video Menu screen: § Select the title. Press [OPTION]. “For recorded titles ( 10)”...
  • Page 48 Editing video Deleting/Editing titles Deleting Partial deleting 1 Select “Delete Title”, then press [OK]. 1 Select “Partial Delete” in “Edit”, then press [OK]. 2 Select “Delete”, then press [OK]. 2 Press [OK] at the start point and end point to delete.
  • Page 49 Editing video 3 Select the item, then press [OK]. File Conversion Convert & Delete: File Conversion is a function to convert the The original title will be deleted to save HDD recording mode of the title in DR mode and capacity after conversion.
  • Page 50 Editing video Deleting/Editing titles To cancel a “Now” conversion • To use “File Conversion”, the HDD needs enough storage Press and hold [RETURN ] for more than capacity. 3 seconds. • The size of converted title might increase depending on the title. •...
  • Page 51: Deleting Video Files On The Hdd

    Editing video Editing chapters Deleting video files on the HDD 1 Select “Chapter View”, then press [OK]. [HDD] 2 Perform the editing operations. On the video list screen: Select the file or folder. Edit Chapter Mark: Select the point where you want to start a new e.g., chapter while viewing the title.
  • Page 52: Copying Video

    Copying video Copying titles Copying video § Set other settings, then press [OK]. e.g., “For recorded titles ( 10)” only § • The title in the source media will be deleted. Automatic Standby after Copy • The recording mode cannot be changed. Standby status can be changed if required.
  • Page 53: Copying Video Files

    Copying video Copying video files [HDD] [SD] > [USB] [HDD] On the video list screen: Select the file or folder. e.g., Videos \ Video \ Parent Folder Folder 01 Folder 02 video01.mpeg video02.mpeg video03.mpeg video04.mpeg Page 0001/0003 Page Up Play Play Page Down RETURN...
  • Page 54: Photo And Music

    Photo and Music Playing photos Photo and Music To exit the Calendar screen §1 §2 §3 Press [PAUSE ;]. • When the following conditions are met, photos are played back in 4K regardless of the image quality: - When this unit is connected to a TV that is 4K and 30p “For data files ( 10)”...
  • Page 55: Photo Play Option

    Photo and Music Photo play option Slideshow settings While displaying a photo: On the Photo Menu screen: Press [OPTION]. Press the green button. Select the item, then press [OK]. Slideshow Graphic Display Level Start Slideshow You can change the 3D position of the Interval Normal Transition Effect...
  • Page 56: Editing Photos

    Photo and Music Editing photos Select the item, then press [OK]. Enter Folder Name Refer to “Entering text”. ( On the Photo Menu screen: Combine Folders e.g., [HDD] [HDD] Photo Menu Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. 03.01.2012 Delete Folder 29.10.2012 25.02.2013 15.03.2013 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
  • Page 57: Copying Photos

    Photo and Music Copying photos §1 §2 §3 Copying automatically [USB_HDD] [BD-RE] [DVD-R] > [HDD] [+R] [CD] [SD] [USB] “For data files ( 10)” only (JPEG, MPO) §1 Newly added photos will automatically be copied [BD-RE] only §2 to the HDD. [DVD-R] [+R] only §3 Insert the media.
  • Page 58: Playing Music

    Photo and Music Playing music §1 §2 Playing music file on the media [USB_HDD] [DVD-R] [+R] [CD] [USB] “For data files ( 10)” only §1 Insert or connect the media. [DVD-R] [+R] only §2 The menu screen appears. ( Select “Play / Copy Music”, then press [OK]. Playing music CD (CD-DA) The music list screen appears.
  • Page 59: Playing Music File On The Hdd

    Photo and Music Playing music file on the HDD Operations during music play [HDD] Stop Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [STOP ∫]. Select “Music” in “Contents on HDD”, then press [OK]. Pause The music list screen appears. Press [PAUSE ;]. Go to step 3 on page 58, “Playing music file •...
  • Page 60: Copying/Deleting Music

    Photo and Music Copying/Deleting music §1 §2 Deleting [HDD] “For data files ( 10)” only §1 [DVD-R] [+R] only §2 On the music list screen: Select the file or folder. Copying Press [DELETE]. [USB_HDD] [DVD-R] [+R] [CD] [USB] > [HDD] Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
  • Page 61: Network

    DLNA function compatible software should be § http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ installed. (This site is in English only.) Preparation • When DLNA (Server) Function is deactivated, • Some video or broadcasts cannot be enjoyed depending on make the settings.
  • Page 62: Using This Unit As Client

    Panasonic DLNA compatible equipment. .mp3 • If you want to display the playback menu while playing back .wav a video on the Panasonic DLNA compatible equipment, .m4a, .adts press [AUDIO]. .wma • Depending on the contents and the connected equipment, FLAC .flac...
  • Page 63: Using This Unit As Media Renderer

    Network Using this unit as Media Renderer • Depending on the contents and the connected equipment, playback may not be possible. This unit works as Media Renderer, which allows • Items displayed in grey on the display cannot be played you to play back the contents on DLNA Server by back by this unit.
  • Page 64: Using Smart Home Networking (Dlna) With Wi-Fi Direct

    Network Smart Home Networking (DLNA) Using Smart Home Networking When no devices are found (DLNA) with Wi-Fi Direct ® Wi-Fi Direct Connection Wi-Fi Direct is a standard that enables wireless Device not found. To connect with a Wi-Fi Direct compatible device, please check connection mode of pairing device and LAN devices to communicate each other directly select “Search again”.
  • Page 65: Tv Anytime

    The message is displayed. Please read it notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty for the carefully and then press [OK]. content or the continuity of the services.
  • Page 66: With Other Equipment

    Connecting to the Panasonic video camera • The original file must be in the AVCHD standard. • If you connect a Panasonic product with a USB connection cable, setup screen may be displayed on the connected equipment. For details, refer to the instructions for the connected equipment.
  • Page 67: Registering The External Hdd (Usb Hdd)

    • For details about connection method, refer to For the latest information on recommended the instructions supplied with the USB HDD. USB HDDs, please check the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ Disconnecting the USB HDD Please use the following procedure to disconnect. • Certain non-recommended USB HDDs cannot Disconnecting without following this procedure be used with this unit.
  • Page 68: Registering The Usb Hdd

    With Other Equipment Registering the external HDD (USB HDD) Registering the USB HDD To cancel all USB HDD registrations Refer to “Cancellation of all USB HDD • If the registering screen appears when Registrations”. ( connecting the USB HDD, go to step 5. Press [FUNCTION MENU].
  • Page 69: Convenient Functions

    Convenient functions Playback menu Convenient functions A variety of operations and settings such as Basic Operation changing the subtitles and audio languages can Soundtrack § be performed during playback of video or music. Show or change the soundtrack. Also, picture and sound quality can be set to your [For_Australia] Audio Selection personal taste.
  • Page 70 Convenient functions Playback menu Picture Settings Sound Settings Sound Effects Sharpness Adjustment • This function is effective when “Digital Audio Adjusts the sharpness of images. The greater Output” is set to “PCM”. ( the value is, the sharper images will be. Night Surround Noise Reduction Enjoy a movie with powerful sound even...
  • Page 71: Basic Settings

    Convenient functions Basic Settings You can change the unit’s settings of Digital TV Menu list Tuning, Sound, Display, Connection, Network etc. The locations of the setting items are as follows. in the menu. For details on each setting item, please refer to Common procedures the following pages.
  • Page 72 Convenient functions Basic Settings Picture Network Still Mode ( Easy Network Setting ( Network Settings ( Sound LAN Connection Mode ( Dynamic Range Compression ( Wireless Settings ( Downmix ( Connection Setting ( Bilingual Audio Selection ( Double Speed Mode Setting ( 2.4GHz ) ( Digital Audio Output ( IP Address / DNS Settings ( PCM Down Conversion (...
  • Page 73: Digital Tv Tuning

    Convenient functions Digital TV Tuning Channel List You can edit the channel list. Favourites Edit • To hide unwanted channels You can create four favourites of channels for 1 Select the channel. making viewing and recording easier. 2 Press [OK]. The check mark is removed.
  • Page 74: Hdd / Disc / Usb Hdd

    Convenient functions Basic Settings Child Lock ( Parental Rating ) HDD / Disc / USB HDD You can restrict the viewing of channels unsuitable to children. Settings for Playback Set a ratings level to limit broadcast viewing and 3D BD-Video Playback playback.
  • Page 75 Convenient functions Pure Sound mode HDD Management You can enjoy movies or music in an Press and hold [OK] for 3 seconds to show the environment more suitable for viewing by following settings. stopping the rotation of the HDD when playing Delete all titles back commercial BD-Videos, DVD-Videos or music CDs.
  • Page 76: Picture

    Convenient functions Basic Settings Settings for USB HDD Sound USB HDD Registration Dynamic Range Compression Register the USB HDD. ( To lower the dynamic range for playback (e.g., at night). USB HDD Disconnection • This does not work depending on broadcasts This function puts the USB HDD in a state in and recorded titles.
  • Page 77: Display

    Convenient functions Digital Audio Output Audio Delay Mis-sync between the video and audio is PCM Down Conversion corrected by delaying the audio output. Select how to output audio with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz. Audio Type for Digital Broadcast •...
  • Page 78: Connection

    Convenient functions Basic Settings Connection HDMI Connection HDMI Video Format 3D Settings You can only select items compatible with the 3D Type connected equipment. If 3D video cannot be played back in 3D, you • If “Automatic” is selected, the output may be able to play it in 3D by changing the resolution best suited to the connected TV setting.
  • Page 79: Network

    Convenient functions Deep Colour Output Network This setting is for selecting whether to use Deep Colour output when a TV that supports Easy Network Setting Deep Colour is connected. Press [OK] to start Easy Network Setting. ( HDMI Audio Output Network Settings Select “Off”...
  • Page 80 For details please check the following • To set the IP address and DNS website. 1 Set “IP Address Auto-Assignment” and http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ “DNS-IP Auto-Assignment” to “Off”. (This site is in English only.) 2 Select the item, then press [OK] to show the respective setting.
  • Page 81 Convenient functions Home Network Settings Resolution Setting for DLNA You can set the DLNA (Server) function. When “Conversion Setting for DLNA” is set to “On”, select the image quality. Home Network function Registration type for remote devices You can switch between enable/disable of •...
  • Page 82: Others

    Remote Control Change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote control if you place other Panasonic products close together. • Use “Set Code1”, the factory set code, under normal circumstances. 1 Select the code, then press [OK].
  • Page 83 Convenient functions Clock System Update If the time is not set correctly, use the settings Software Update in Standby listed in the method below. When you set this unit to standby mode, • Automatic software (firmware) updates ( 86) are This unit usually obtains time and date downloaded automatically at the time you information from digital broadcasts.
  • Page 84: 4K Networking

    Convenient functions 4K Networking You can save 4K videos/photos recorded with Copying 4K content digital cameras and other 4K-compatible devices to the HDD of this unit and play them back. ∫ 4K videos [HDD] [SD] > [USB] [HDD] Refer to “Copying video files”. ( ∫...
  • Page 85: Viera Link Functions

    VIERA Link is a convenient function which will link turning off power to the TV the operations of this unit and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or an amplifier/receiver. You can use this The following operations make it possible to keep...
  • Page 86: Software (Firmware) Update

    • The timer recording always takes preference over the software (Firmware) download; if the timer recording is scheduled to start, the downloading will be performed at the next opportunity. • You can also download the latest software (firmware) from the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ SQT0815...
  • Page 87: Other Operations

    Convenient functions Other operations Format SD Card Entering text Format SD Card Preparation [SD] • Show the “Enter Title Name” screen, etc. Formatting deletes all contents (including computer data), and they cannot be restored. Select a character, then press [OK]. Check carefully before proceeding.
  • Page 88: Switching The Aspect Ratio Of The Screen

    Convenient functions Other operations Switching the aspect ratio of the HOLD function screen The HOLD function deactivates all buttons on the unit and remote control. When the image does not match the screen size of Press and hold [OK] and [RETURN the TV, you can enlarge the image to fill the screen.
  • Page 89: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide Troubleshooting Before requesting service, make the following General operation checks. If the problem still persists, consult your dealer for instructions. The unit does not work. Updating to the latest software (firmware) may • Check the connections. ( solve the problem.
  • Page 90: Displays

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide The remote control does not work. TV screen and video • The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Change the code on the remote Screen size is wrong. control. • Check the “TV Aspect” or “Aspect for 4:3 Video”. Press and hold [OK] and •...
  • Page 91: Sound

    Troubleshooting The images do not appear on the TV. 3D video is not output correctly. The picture is distorted during play, or video • 3D video may be output correctly by changing is not played correctly. the following settings: • Check the connections. ( - “3D Type”...
  • Page 92: Recording, Timer Recording And Copying

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide Recording, timer recording and Play copying Cannot play back. • The disc is dirty. ( Cannot record. • The disc is scratched or marked. Cannot copy. • The disc may not be able to play back if it was •...
  • Page 93: Edit

    Troubleshooting Edit Cannot edit. This unit does not recognize the USB device • You may not be able to edit on the HDD if there correctly. is no available space. Delete any unwanted • If inserted during playback the USB device may titles to create empty space.
  • Page 94: Broadcast

    DLNA compatible equipment. • This unit does not support “ONE TOUCH PLAY” • [For_New_Zealand] If the DLNA compatible function of the Panasonic AV Control Receiver. equipment is not capable of outputting HE-AAC audio format, etc., sound may not be played Network back.
  • Page 95: Messages On The Front Panel Display

    Troubleshooting Messages on the front panel display UNSUPPORT The media is not supported. The following messages or service numbers appear on the front panel display when something unusual is detected. UPD / (“∑” stands for a number.) CONV The software (firmware) is being updated. You cannot Selected titles in the USB HDD are being converted.
  • Page 96: When You Experience Problems With Easy Network Setting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide When you experience problems with Easy Network Setting ( Network Connection Check ) Easy Network Setting If there is any problem, the following message is Check the Display displayed on the screen. following 1. LAN cable • Connection of Wireless Settings connection or the LAN cables...
  • Page 97: Specifications

    Reference Specifications Reference Specifications are subject to change without ∫ LASER specification notice. Class 1 LASER Product ∫ General Wave length: 405 nm (BDs) Dimensions: 430 mm (W) 661 nm (DVDs) 59 mm (H) 783 nm (CDs) (including the projecting parts) Laser power: 212 mm (D) No hazardous radiation is emitted with...
  • Page 98: Language Code List

    Reference Specifications • Regarding recording time remaining: Language code list Remaining time is calculated with a bit rate of 15 Mbps. But the bit rate differs depending on Abkhazian: 6566 Lingala: 7678 the broadcast, so the displayed remaining time Lithuanian: 7684 Afar: 6565...
  • Page 99: Licenses

    Reference Licenses “AVCHD”, “AVCHD 3D”, “AVCHD Progressive” and “AVCHD 3D/Progressive” are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. Copyright 2004-2014 Verance Corporation. Cinavia is a Verance Corporation trademark. Protected by U.S. Patent 7,369,677 and worldwide patents issued and pending under license from Verance Corporation. All rights reserved.
  • Page 100 Basic Settings menu. At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code covered under GPL V2.0, LGPL V2.1 or the other licenses with the...
  • Page 101: Limited Warranty (Only For Australia)

    Panasonic Warranty 1. The product is warranted for 12 months from the date of purchase. Subject to the conditions of this warranty Panasonic or its Authorised Service Centre will perform necessary service on the product without charge for parts or labour, if in the opinion of Panasonic, the product is found to be faulty within the warranty period.
  • Page 102: Index

    Reference Index Aspect ......28, 88 Format ......75 Audio .
  • Page 103 Reference Recording ......30 USB HDD Timer recording ..... . . 32 Cancellation of all USB HDD Registrations .
  • Page 104 The recording and playback of content on this or any other device may require permission from the owner of the copyright or other such rights in that content. Panasonic has no authority to and does not grant you that permission and explicitly disclaims any right, ability or intention to obtain such permission on your behalf.

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