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Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
≥This DVD recorder is equipped with a Common Interface. It can receive encrypted and free-to-air DVB-S/S2 services.
≥The tuner in this unit is only compatible with DVB-S/S2.
≥DVB and the DVB logos are trademarks of the DVB Project.
∫ Region management information
This unit plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number "2" or "ALL".
Example:
Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com
EG
Operating Instructions
DVD Recorder
DMR-XS400
Model No.
VQT3C77
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
≥The tuner in this unit is only compatible with DVB-S/S2. ≥DVB and the DVB logos are trademarks of the DVB Project. ∫ Region management information This unit plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number “2” or “ALL”. Example: Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com VQT3C77... -
Page 2: Safety Precautions
Safety precautions WARNING CAUTION ∫ Unit ∫ Unit ≥To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product ≥This unit utilizes a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or damage, performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. –... -
Page 3: Features
DLNA (Client) compatible equipment connected via a network. Additionally, you can enjoy viewing video, photos and music saved on a DLNA Certified media server and Panasonic DLNA compatible recorders. ∫ VIERA CAST ( Internet services (such as YouTube, Picasa Web Albums, etc.) can be accessed easily by using the VIERA CAST... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Safety precautions ......2 ∫ Copying video ∫ Getting started Copying titles ......48 Features . - Page 5 ∫ Troubleshooting Getting started Messages on the unit’s display ....91 Troubleshooting guide ..... . .92 Power .
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Page 6: Hdd And Media Information
HDD and media information Recording mode Recording Mode HG/HX/HE/HL/HM XP/SP/LP/EP, FR ( below) Feature Programmes can be recorded Recording can be done with Recording can be done with in a nearly perfect broadcasted reduced recording volume in reduced recording volume in state. - Page 7 Compatible with recording copyright protected titles ([RAM] CPRM compatible disc only). §2 This unit can playback media recorded with AVCHD compatible devices (Panasonic video camera, etc.). §3 However, it may not be able to playback, add, or edit depending on the device that was used to record.
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Page 8: Notes
HDD and media information ∫ Regarding 8 cm Disc Notes This unit cannot record or edit the 8 cm disc. Only playback or copy to the HDD is possible. The manufacturer accepts no responsibility and offers no compensation for loss of recorded or edited material ∫... -
Page 9: Media Handling
Notes for the SD cards Media handling ∫ Compatible SD card ∫ How to hold a disc or SD card – SD Memory Card (from 8 MB to 2 GB) Do not touch the recorded surface or the terminal surface. –... -
Page 10: Control Reference Guide
Control reference guide Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. ∫ Remote control 1 Turn the unit on or off ( 18, 20) 2 Select drive (HDD, DVD, SD or USB) ( 3 Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter numbers or characters (The character buttons may be used when operating VIERA CAST ... -
Page 11: Main Unit
∫ Main unit Pull to flip down the front panel. 1 Standby/on switch (Í/I) ( 18, 20) < Display Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power. -
Page 12: Ci Module
CI module An appropriate CI module is required to view or record the encrypted broadcast. You need a CI module, CAM (Conditional Access Module) together with a certified Smart Card, and a subscription with the corresponding broadcaster. ≥If not viewing/recording an encrypted broadcast, you do not need to insert the CI module. Insert the certified Smart Card into the CAM (both optional). - Page 13 About CI Plus compatible broadcast “CI Plus” is a technical specification that imposes copy protection on the broadcasted programmes. ≥All CI Plus protected programmes are encrypted. It may take some time to display the encrypted programme. ∫ Retention limit There are some titles for which the playback is disabled after a predetermined time. (e.g., Permitted playback period is 90 minutes after recording.) ≥When the programme is imposed a limit on the playable period, the icon will appear on the...
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Page 14: Connection
Connection Basic connections When connected to an HDMI compatible unit, you can enjoy high quality, digital video and audio. ≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. ∫ Satellite cable ≥To record 2 programmes simultaneously or view TV during recording A Connect both LNB IN 1 and LNB IN 2 to the satellite dish. - Page 15 (as shown on the cover). ≥When outputting 1080p signal, please use HDMI Cables 5.0 meters or less. ≥Recommended Panasonic HDMI cable part number: RP-CDHS15 (1.5 m), RP-CDHS30 (3.0 m), RP-CDHS50 (5.0 m), etc. ≥ The HDMI connection supports VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” ( 72).
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Page 16: Network Connection
Connection Network connection Other TV connections Following functions will be available when this unit is 21-pin Scart terminal connected to the network. ≥DLNA functions ( 74, 75) ≥Network Service functions ( ≥Automatically acquiring the title of the CD ( ≥Updating the software (firmware) of this unit from Internet For details about connection method, refer to the instructions supplied with the connected equipment. -
Page 17: Amplifier Connections
When using DIGITAL AUDIO OUT ∫ Connect the unit directly to the TV If you connect the unit through an AV terminal DO NOT selector or VCR to the TV, video signal will be affected by copy protection ∫ Using Optical digital audio cable systems and the picture may not be Amplifier shown correctly. -
Page 18: Common Operations
≥When removing the SD card, press on the centre of the Preparations card and pull it straight out. ≥If you connect a Panasonic product with a USB connection cable, setup screen may be displayed on the connected Turning on this unit equipment. -
Page 19: Basic Operation
Basic operation FUNCTION MENU screen This unit is basically operated via the following method by You can easily access the desired functions via the using the remote control. FUNCTION MENU. To select and enter Select Enter Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Select the item, then press [OK]. ≥Repeat step 2 if necessary. -
Page 20: Settings
Settings Easy Setting Set “Power Save” to “On”, “On Timer” or “Off”, then press [OK]. Turn on the TV, then select the appropriate AV input to suit the Power Save in Standby Power Save connections to this unit. From Press [Í] to turn the unit on. ( It will go into the Power Save in Standby mode. -
Page 21: Network Easy Setting
When you experience problems with Network Easy Setting settings After completing “Easy Setting”, you can continue with “Network Easy Setting”. ∫ Network Easy Setting ( Home Network Connection Check ) 1 Follow the on-screen instructions and ≥If there is no problem, the following screen is displayed. make the following settings. - Page 22 Settings ∫ Network Easy Setting ( Internet Connection Test ) ≥ Refer to the operating instructions of the hub or router. ≥ Home Network ( DLNA ) Server function setting can be set only when ≥If there is no problem, the following screen is displayed. you selected “Off”...
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Page 23: Auto Setup Method When Using A Single Cable Router
Auto Setup method when using Make the settings of user band. a single cable router User Band Settings Start Auto Setup When a single cable router is used, it is necessary to Please confirm user band settings before starting Auto Setup. Tuner 1 change the settings of this unit and then run Auto Setup. -
Page 24: Watching Broadcasts
Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts ≥ The length of time the channel information is displayed can be changed. 84, On-Screen Information) ≥ Depending on the settings of “Recording for Encrypted Channel” ( 81), it may not be possible to view certain programmes. ( 31, Notes for DRIVE recording of an encrypted broadcast) -
Page 25: Channel Information
Channel information Operations while watching broadcast Press [STATUS To show subtitle e.g., 10:30 All DVB Channels When “ ” appears in channel information ( left) Change category NEWS Press [STTL 9:00 - 11:00 Set timer Encrypted Dolby D To hide subtitle Press [STTL 1 Current Category To change subtitle language... -
Page 26: Using Tv Guide System
Watching broadcasts To select content in the broadcast Page up/down Press [CH W X]. When a programme includes audio signals and subtitle etc., To view a programme list for another day you can select signals. Press the “Red” button (Previous) or the “Green” button 1 Press [OPTION]. -
Page 27: Rewind Live Tv/Pause Live Tv
Display information REWIND LIVE TV/PAUSE LIVE ∫ While pausing or rewinding a broadcast: Press [STATUS This unit temporarily saves a live TV programme you are watching with this unit’s tuner on HDD and you can use the Pause 8:05 9:35 following functions. -
Page 28: Recording
Recording TV programmes Recording Press [REC MODE] and select This operation will only record to HDD. the conversion mode, then About CI Plus restriction ( Notes for recording of an encrypted broadcast ( press [OK]. ≥This unit will record the programmes in DR mode once, and then automatically convert to the selected recording mode while this unit is in standby. -
Page 29: Operation During Recording
To set the recording time Operation during Recording 1 Select “Recording Time” or “Continuous recording” in step on page 28. To check the recording programme Recording You can set the length of recording Time time from 30 minutes to 4 hours. Press [STATUS Select the recording time. -
Page 30: Direct Tv Recording
Recording TV programmes To stop recording To perform 2 programmes simultaneous recording Press [STOP ∫]. While recording ∫ When recording 1 programme Record another programme with steps – If the following screen appears on page 28. Stop Recording “REC1” and “REC2” will light Recording of this programme is in progress. -
Page 31: Notes For Recording Of An Encrypted Broadcast
≥When “Encrypt Recording” is selected Notes for recording of an Programme “A” “B” encrypted broadcast While recording programme Record Record “A”, start recording This unit allows you to record/view/play an encrypted (Encrypted) (Encrypted) programme “B”. programme by decryption using a supporting CI module. While viewing/playing Viewing/ Record... -
Page 32: Timer Recording
Timer recording Confirm the programme and This operation will only record to HDD. make corrections if necessary using [3, 4, 2, 1]. Timer Recording 30:24 DR SAT 01.01.2011 8:05 DRIVE INPUT SELECT Channel Day/Date Start Stop Mode Conv. Subtitles SAT 01.01 8:00 9:00... -
Page 33: Manually Programming Timer Recording
To search the programmes To confirm and edit the timer programme ( While displaying TV Guide screen Press the “Yellow” button (Prog.Type) or ≥ You can enter up to 64 programmes up to a month in advance. (Each the “Blue” button (Category). daily or weekly programme is counted as one programme.) 2 Select the item, then press [OK]. -
Page 34: Timer Recording From Channel Information
Timer recording Timer recording from channel Notes on timer recording information ≥When recording except in DR mode, the audio language, audio content and subtitle language will be selected You can make timer recording of the current or next according to the following settings: programme. -
Page 35: To Confirm And Edit A Timer Programme
Screen icons To confirm and edit a timer programme Red: Timer recording standby is activated. Grey: Timer recording standby is deactivated. Press [PROG/CHECK]. Currently recording programme A part or all of the programme will not be recorded Timer Recording 30:30 DR SAT 01.01.2011 08:05 since the programme is overlapping. -
Page 36: Playing Dvd-Video
Playing DVD-Video Playing back video DRIVE INPUT SELECT PAGE PROG/CHECK INPUT SELECT SKIP SLOW/SEARCH REWIND LIVE TV STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 STATUS EXIT PAUSE LIVE TV OPTION RETURN REC MODE EXT LINK DIRECT TV REC TEXT STTL AUDIO DISPLAY CHAPTER TIME SLIP MANUAL SKIP... -
Page 37: Playing Recorded Video Contents
Playing recorded video contents Select the title, then press [OK]. ≥Resume play function If the following screen appears, select the point to DRIVE INPUT SELECT start playback. PAGE Playback Where do you want to start playback from ? PROG/CHECK INPUT SELECT... -
Page 38: Using The Direct Navigator (Video)
Playing recorded video contents Screen icons Using the DIRECT NAVIGATOR (VIDEO) Currently recording programme Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. Protected title Title was not recorded due to recording e.g., [HDD] protection Programme type Title cannot be played ([HDD] only) Label § (When copying a title to the HDD, or when data is damaged etc.) DIRECT NAVIGATOR Grouped Titles... - Page 39 Switching to the PHOTO or MUSIC Showing Information screen Select the title, then press [STATUS ∫ [HDD] 1 Press the “Red” button. 2 Select “PHOTO” or “MUSIC”, then ≥ Information of a recording title cannot be displayed. press [OK]. Playback grouped titles ∫...
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Page 40: Playback From Chapter View
Playing recorded video contents To create Chapter Marks Playback from Chapter View [HDD] [RAM] [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW] Regarding chapters Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. You can divide a title into multiple chapters. Each section between the division points (Chapter Marks) becomes a DIRECT NAVIGATOR Grouped Titles VIDEO... -
Page 41: Operation During Play
Operation during play Manual Skip § ∫ Skip forward 1 minute DivX and MKV file only § Press [MANUAL SKIP +60s]. ∫ Skip backward 10 seconds ≥ Depending on the media and the type of file, some operations may not Press [MANUAL SKIP -10s]. -
Page 42: Changing Audio
Operation during play Frame-by-frame Changing audio While paused, press [2] (2;) or [1] (;1). Press [AUDIO]. ≥Each press shows the next frame. ≥It will switch depending on the contents recorded every time it is pressed. ≥Press and hold to change in succession forward or backward. -
Page 43: Deleting Recorded Titles
Deleting recorded titles Editing video Once deleted, recorded content cannot be restored to Deleting during play its original state. Make certain before proceeding. While playing Press [DEL]. 2 Select “Delete”, then press [OK]. DRIVE INPUT SELECT PAGE ∫ Available disc space after deleting ≥[HDD] [RAM] The space deleted becomes available for recording. -
Page 44: Editing Recorded Titles
Editing recorded titles ≥Once deleted, divided or partially deleted, recorded Entering title name content cannot be restored to its original state. Make certain before proceeding. Select “Enter Title Name” in “Edit”, then ≥With titles that are copy protected (Copying is prohibited), press [OK]. - Page 45 Partial deleting ≥ Video and audio just before and after the division point may momentarily [HDD] [RAM] cut out. ≥ [HDD] Divided titles form a group of titles. Start ≥ You can find the desired point by using search or Time slip function, etc. ≥...
- Page 46 Editing recorded titles File Conversion ∫ “Now” conversion: Select “Start”, then press [OK]. [HDD] File Conversion is a function to convert the recording mode ∫ “During standby” conversion: of the title in DR mode and AVCHD contents. The size of the Press [OK].
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Page 47: Editing Chapters
File Decryption Editing chapters [HDD] [HDD] [RAM] Encrypted titles ( ) can be decrypted manually. Select “Chapter View”, then press [OK]. 1 Select “File Decryption”, then press [OK]. Chapter View screen 2 Select whether to delete the original title PLAY or not, then press [OK]. -
Page 48: Copying Titles
Copying titles Copying video About CI Plus restriction ( Press the “Blue” button. To start copying the selected title Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. DRIVE INPUT ≥To change selection ( SELECT PAGE Set other settings, then press [OK]. e.g., PROG/CHECK INPUT... - Page 49 To change the selection Screen icons 1 Select “No”, then press [OK] in step Titles that will be copied to the disc in normal 48). speed e.g., [HDD] > [RAM] Screen icons on the DIRECT NAVIGATOR ( Remaining space Copy Grouped Titles DVD-RAM Remain You can check if...
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Page 50: Copying To Hdd With Direct Navigator
Copying titles Copying to HDD with Copying titles with copying list DIRECT NAVIGATOR [HDD] > [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW] [RAM] [+RW] > [HDD] [RAM] [+RW] > [HDD] Insert a disc. Insert a disc. The menu screen appears. The menu screen appears. Select “Play Video”, then press [OK]. - Page 51 Register titles for copy. Select “Start Copying”, then press [OK]. 1 Select “Create List”, then press [1] (right). 2 Select “New item”, then press [OK]. Select “Yes”, then press [OK] to start 3 Select the titles, then press [OK]. copying. e.g., [HDD] Create List Grouped Titles...
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Page 52: Copying List Icons And Functions
Copying titles Selecting the titles for the copying list Editing the copying list Select the item in step 5-3 ( 51). Select the title after step 5-3 ( 51). Press the “Yellow” button. 1 Press [OPTION]. Delete All 2 Select the item, then press [OK]. A check mark is displayed. -
Page 53: Notes For Copying
≥ Titles that have been copied to the HDD from an SD card or a ≥It will not maintain the exceeded amount if it exceeds the Panasonic video camera, etc. with HDD (SD Video) ( – [HDD] > [+R] [+RW] : maximum chapter numbers on a disc. -
Page 54: Copying Title Playing
(AVCHD format) from HDD [HDD] > [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW] You can copy HD Video (AVCHD format) recorded on HDD by a Panasonic video camera etc. to a disc. Playback the title to copy. ≥Multiple audio, subtitle and Teletext displayed during ∫... -
Page 55: Copying A Finalised Disc
Copying a finalised disc When the Top Menu is displayed Select the title you want to start [DVD-V] > [HDD] copying, then press [OK]. While playing a disc, the content being played is copied to the HDD according to the set time. 01/02 Mouse Cattle... -
Page 56: Photo
Playing photos Photo Select the photo, then press § [OK]. ≥Press [2, 1] to display the previous or next photo. [RAM] [DVD-R] only § To stop the Slideshow Press [RETURN ∫ [HDD] 1 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. To pause the Slideshow Press [PAUSE ;]. -
Page 57: Photo Play Option
Switching to the VIDEO or MUSIC Slideshow Settings screens You can set the items for slideshow. [HDD] While displaying DIRECT NAVIGATOR (PHOTO) While the DIRECT NAVIGATOR (PHOTO) screen Press the “Green” button. displayed Press the “Red” button. Slideshow 2 Select “VIDEO” or “MUSIC”, then press Start Slideshow [OK]. -
Page 58: Editing Photos
Editing photos Select the item, then press [OK]. § e.g., [HDD] [RAM] only § Edit Slideshow ∫ [HDD] Add to Album Calendar 1 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Enter Event Name Copy Photos 2 Select “Photo” in “Playback Edit Contents”, then press [OK]. Delete Photos RETURN ∫... - Page 59 Remove from Album Deleting [HDD] “All” label only [HDD] [RAM] [SD] While selecting album label: 1 Select “Delete Photos”, then press [OK]. Select “Remove from Album” in “Edit”, then press [OK]. 2 Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. 2 Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. Enter Album name [HDD] While selecting album label:...
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Page 60: Copying Photos
Copying photos Selecting and copying the Press the “Blue” button. photos Select the copying destination, then [HDD] > [RAM] [SD] press [OK]. [RAM] [DVD-R] [CD] > [HDD] [SD] [SD] [USB] > [HDD] [RAM] When copy to HDD: Select “Yes” or “No”, then press [OK]. ∫... -
Page 61: Copying Automatically
Copying automatically [RAM] [DVD-R] [CD] [SD] [USB] > [HDD] Newly added photos will automatically be copied to the HDD. While stopped Insert a disc, an SD card or an USB memory. e.g., [SD] SD Card Play Video ( AVCHD ) View Photos Copy Video ( AVCHD ) Copy Video ( MPEG2 ) -
Page 62: Playing Music/Copying Music To Hdd
Playing music/Copying music to HDD Music To play other music (track) Select the item, then press [OK]. § e.g., [CD] (MP3) [DVD-R] only § 0.09 DIRECT NAVIGATOR Track List CD ( MP3 ) Playing track ≥Music CD: All tracks in the CD will be recorded. Track Name Artist 0001... -
Page 63: Playing Music Recorded On Hdd
Playing music recorded on Select the track, then press [OK]. 0.09 4.30 DIRECT NAVIGATOR Track List [HDD] Playing track Track Name Artist 0001 0002 0003 When the HDD is selected 0004 0005 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. OPTION Slideshow Add to My RETURN Select “Music”... -
Page 64: Operations During Music Play
Playing music/Copying music to HDD Displaying photos (Slideshow) Operations during music play Photos stored on the “Album” of the HDD can be played [HDD] [DVD-R] [CD] [USB] back as slideshow during playback of the music. Stop Press [STOP ∫]. While playing the music Pause Press [PAUSE ;]. -
Page 65: Editing Music/Playlist
Editing music/playlist Deleting ∫ While displaying the “Track List” screen 1 Select “Delete”, then press [OK]. Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 2 Select “Delete”, then press [OK]. Select “Music” in “Playback Contents”, then press [OK]. Editing the name DIRECT NAVIGATOR Music Menu MUSIC Select “Edit Album Name”, “Edit Track Total Tracks 53... -
Page 66: With Other Equipment
Recording from external equipment With Other Equipment Press [FUNCTION MENU]. ≥ It will be recorded in Standard Definition quality even if the programme is in High Definition quality. Select “Flexible Recording via AV Manual Recording input” in “Others”, then press [OK]. Recording media: [HDD] Recording mode: XP, SP, LP, EP Flexible Recording via AV input... -
Page 67: Copying The Hd Video Or The Sd Video
≥ You cannot playback SD Video on an SD card or in the HDD of the Press [OK]. Panasonic video camera, etc. with this unit. You must copy the files to the HDD or a DVD-RAM. Select “Start”, then press [OK]. -
Page 68: Convenient Functions
Media management Convenient functions Delete all titles [RAM] Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 1 Select “Delete all titles”, then press [OK]. 2 Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. Select “Others”, then press [OK]. 3 Select “Start”, then press [OK]. A message appears when finished. Select the item, then press [OK]. -
Page 69: Top Menu
Top Menu List ≥ You cannot finalise discs recorded on other manufacturer’s equipment. ≥ [DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] If you finalise discs recorded on Panasonic equipment other than this unit, the background selected as “Top Menu” may not be displayed. -
Page 70: Entering Text
Entering text Preparation To end partway ≥Show the Enter Title Name screen. Press [RETURN Text is not added. Select a character, then press [OK]. For your reference Repeat this step to enter other characters. The name of the DVD-Video that will be displayed in the Top Name field: shows the text you have Menu after finalisation is previewed. -
Page 71: Enjoying Viera Cast
], coloured service providers, and service may be discontinued either temporarily or buttons and number buttons. permanently without notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty for the content or the continuity of the services. VIERA CAST Home screen ≥ All features of websites or content of the service may not be available. -
Page 72: Viera Link/Q Link Functions
Q Link is a convenient function that offers linked When the unit is directly connected to an amplifier/receiver. operations of this unit and a Panasonic TV. You can While playing music use this function by connecting the equipment with a Press [OPTION]. -
Page 73: Control Panel
§1 “HDAVI Control 5” is the newest standard (current as of December, 2010) for Panasonic HDAVI Control compatible equipment. This (VIERA]Link) standard is compatible with Panasonic’s conventional HDAVI equipment. You can operate this unit using the TV remote control. -
Page 74: Playing Contents From Other Equipment
Playing contents from other equipment (Server) You can enjoy the video and photos saved on the HDD of Preparation this unit on DLNA (Client) compatible equipment connected ≥Network connection ( via a network. ≥Network Easy Setting ( 21, 85) ≥The titles with remote access restriction (e.g., copy ≥When DLNA (Server) Function is deactivated, make the restriction) signals sent from broadcasters are not settings. -
Page 75: Playing Contents On Other Equipment (Client)
DLNA Certified media server (such as a PC with Windows 7 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. installed etc.) connected via a network with this unit. You also can enjoy viewing them with Panasonic DLNA compatible recorders (DIGA). Select “Home Network (DLNA)” in “Network”, then press [OK]. -
Page 76: Playback Menu
Playback menu Audio attribute Common procedures 1 Press [DISPLAY]. LPCM/ Digital/ Digital+/ Signal type DTS/MPEG: e.g., k (kHz): Sampling frequency b (bit): Number of bits Disc 2/0 ch Soundtrack Play ch (channel): Number of channels Subtitles Picture Angle Sound Other Language Menu Item... -
Page 77: Advanced Settings
Picture menu—Change the picture Sound menu—Change the sound quality effect Mode Sound Effects Select the picture quality mode during play. ≥This function is effective when “Digital Audio Output” is set to “PCM”. ( Normal Default setting Re-master 1 (Discs recorded at 48 kHz or less) Soft Soft picture with fewer video artifacts Re-master 2... -
Page 78: Changing The Unit's Settings
Changing the unit’s settings You can change the unit’s settings using the Setup menu. DVB Tuning ≥The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. Common procedures Setup DVB Tuning DVB Tuning Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Favourites Edit Channel List Auto Setup Select “Setup”... -
Page 79: Channel List
∫ Channel List ∫ Manual Tuning You can edit the Channel List. You can add each new channels manually that the Auto Setup could not complete successfully. All DVB Channels Sorting 123... ∫ Update Channel List Channel names You can update channels to the latest one. 1 Select the method and settings. -
Page 80: Hdd / Disc
Changing the unit’s settings ∫ Signal Condition HDD / Disc You can check the quality and strength of signals. ≥Press [2, 1] to select the LNB. ≥Press [CH W X] to select the channel. Setup e.g., HDD / Disc HDD / Disc Settings for Playback Settings for Recording Signal Quality... -
Page 81: Settings For Recording
∫ Settings for Recording Aspect for Recording Sets the aspect ratio when recording or copying except HDD / Disc in DR mode. Settings for Recording ≥If “Automatic” is selected, the title will be recorded with the original aspect ratio at the time when Settings for Recording recording started (including when recording started at Timer Record Start Buffer... -
Page 82: Picture
Changing the unit’s settings ∫ HDD Management Picture Press and hold [OK] for 3 seconds to show the following settings. Setup HDD / Disc Picture HDD Management Picture Delete all titles Still Mode Delete all photos Seamless Play Format HDD NTSC Video Output Delete all titles ∫... -
Page 83: Sound
∫ Digital Audio Output Sound Sound Setup Digital Audio Output Digital Audio Output Sound PCM Down Conversion Sound Dolby Digital / Dolby Digital Plus Dynamic Range Compression Downmix MPEG Bilingual Audio Selection Digital Audio Output PCM Down Conversion Audio Delay Audio for HG / HX / HE / HL / HM Recording Select how to output audio with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz. -
Page 84: Display
Changing the unit’s settings Display Connection Connection Display TV Aspect Language Aspect for 4:3 Video On-Screen Information Setup TV System Unit’s Display HDMI Connection Screen Saver AV1 Output Setup Teletext AV2 Settings Display Common Interface Connection ∫ Language Select the language for on-screen menus. ∫... -
Page 85: Network
Deep Colour Output Network This setting is for selecting whether to use Deep Colour output when a TV that supports Deep Colour is connected. Setup HDMI Audio Output Network Network Easy Setting Select “Off” when connected to a TV with an HDMI Network Settings cable, and connected to an amplifier not compatible Network... -
Page 86: Others
Changing the unit’s settings Home Network ( DLNA ) Server Settings Others You can set the DLNA (Server) function ( Network Settings Others Standby Settings Enlgish Remote Control Home Network ( DLNA ) Server Settings Clock Setup Home Network ( DLNA ) Server Settings PIN Entry Home Network ( DLNA ) Server function System Update... -
Page 87: Remote Control
This unit usually obtains time and date information from Change the remote control code on the main unit and the digital broadcasts. remote control if you place other Panasonic products close But, if the time is not set correctly, set it to “Off” and together. -
Page 88: System Update
Changing the unit’s settings ∫ System Update Language code list Others Enter the code with the number buttons. Abkhazian: 6566 Gujarati: 7185 Rhaeto-Romance: System Update Afar: 6565 Hausa: 7265 8277 System Update Afrikaans: 6570 Hebrew: 7387 Romanian: 8279 Software Update in Standby Enlgish Albanian: 8381... -
Page 89: Software (Firmware) Update
≥ You can also download the latest software (firmware) from the following dealer. website and burn it to a CD-R to update the software (firmware). http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ ≥ If you do not want to perform the software (firmware) update, set the “Software Update in Standby” to “Off”. (... -
Page 90: Other Settings
Other Settings Manufacturer and Code No. Switching the aspect ratio of the Brand Code Brand Code screen Panasonic 01/02/03/04 NOBLEX AIWA When black bars are shown at the top, bottom, left, and right NOKIA 25/26/27/60/61 AKAI 27/30 sides of the screen, you can enlarge the image to fill the... -
Page 91: Messages On The Unit's Display
Messages on the unit’s display Troubleshooting The following messages or service numbers appear on the The unit is hot. unit’s display when something unusual is detected during The unit switches to standby for safety startup and use. reasons. Wait for about 30 minutes until the message disappears. -
Page 92: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the following checks. If Power the problem still persists, consult your dealer for instructions. The unit is turned off automatically. Updating to the latest software (firmware) may solve the problem. ( If you connected this unit to a “HDAVI Control” compatible TV with an HDMI cable, or connected this unit The followings do not indicate a problem with this to a Q Link-compatible TV with a fully wired 21-pin Scart... -
Page 93: Tv Screen And Video
The unit’s “TV System” setting differs from the TV system TV screen and video used by the disc now playing. While stopped, keep pressing [∫] (STOP) and [< OPEN/CLOSE] on the main Screen size is wrong. unit for 5 or more seconds. The system switches from PAL to NTSC or vice versa. -
Page 94: Operation
Troubleshooting guide Operation Recording, timer recording and copying The remote control doesn’t work. The remote control and main unit are using different Cannot record. codes. Change the code on the remote control. Cannot copy. Press and hold [OK] and the Some broadcasts are copyright protected. -
Page 95: Play
An unusually loud sound is coming from the You have forgotten your rating PIN. rotating disc. You want to cancel the rating level. If you want copy to perform more quietly, select “Normal Refer to “To reset the rating level settings”. ( ( Silent )”... -
Page 96: Photo
Troubleshooting guide Photo TV Guide The contents of the SD card cannot be read. The TV Guide System does not receive any data. Remove the card from the slot and then insert again. If this does not solve the problem, turn off and turn on the If signal quality is bad (ghost images or limited unit again. -
Page 97: Broadcast
Broadcast Network Digital broadcasts cannot be received. You cannot access this unit from DLNA compatible equipment on the network. The dish may not be pointing in the direction of the satellite. If problem persists consult your local TV aerial Check the network connection and the network settings. installer. -
Page 98: Unit Care
Reference When moving the unit ∫ Indemnity concerning recorded content Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is empty. directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result 1 Turn the unit off. (Wait until “BYE” disappears from the in loss of recording or edited content (data), and does not display.) -
Page 99: Regarding Divx And Mkv
Regarding DivX and MKV Displaying subtitle text ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: ® DivX is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This You can display subtitle text on the DivX and MKV video disc ® is an official DivX Certified device that plays DivX video. -
Page 100: Operations That Can Be Performed
Operations that can be performed simultaneously To simultaneously record/play two programmes which need the same CI module for decryption ( Operations that can be performed while recording or copying a title (≤: Possible, –: Impossible) Playback of Playback of Playback of Playback of Playback of music... -
Page 101: Specifications
Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. ∫ Audio Recording system: ∫ General Dolby Digital (2ch) (XP, SP, LP, EP mode) Dimensions (WkHkD): Dolby Digital (Max 5.1ch) 430 mmk59 mmk238 mm (DR, HG, HX, HE, HL, HM mode) (excluding the projecting parts) Dolby Digital Plus (Max 5.1ch) (DR mode) 430 mmk59 mmk249 mm... - Page 102 Specifications ∫ Recordable discs ∫ Region code DVD: DVD-RAM: 2X SPEED (Ver. 2.0), 2-3X SPEED (Ver. 2.1), 2-5X SPEED (Ver. 2.2) DVD-R (SL): 1X SPEED (Ver. 2.0), ∫ Playable discs 1-4X SPEED (Ver. 2.0), DVD-RAM: DVD Video Recording format, 1-8X SPEED (Ver. 2.0), 1-16X SPEED (Ver. 2.1) AVCHD format, JPEG DVD-R (DL): 2-4X SPEED (Ver.
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Page 103: Audio Information
Audio information About JPEG/MP3/DivX/ MKV/MPEG2/AVCHD files The audio output differs depending on which terminals are connected to the amplifier/receiver, and the setting on this ∫ JPEG unit. ( 83, Digital Audio Output) Playable media: HDD, DVD-RAM, ≥The number of channels listed is the maximum possible DVD-R, DVD-R DL, CD-R, CD-RW, number of output channels when connected to SD Card, USB device... - Page 104 DivX Certified to play DivX video up to HD 1080p, SD-Video format used on Standard Definition §3 including premium content. Camera (Panasonic and some other’s) GMC (Global Motion Compensation) is not supported. Video Recording conversion and transfer is possible §1 from SD card to HDD or DVD-RAM disc.
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Page 105: Recording Modes And Approximate Recording Times
Recording modes and approximate recording times Depending on the content being recorded, the recording time may become shorter than indicated. ∫ DR mode Recording Mode (320 GB) DR (HD quality) 45 hours DR (SD quality) 129 hours ≥Recording time of DR mode may vary depending on bit rate of broadcasting: ≥High Definition (HD) quality: estimated bit rate is 14 Mbps ≥Standard Definition (SD) quality: estimated bit rate is 5 Mbps ≥Regarding recording time remaining:... -
Page 106: Licenses
Licenses “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic ® Gracenote Corporate Description Corporation and Sony Corporation. Music and video recognition technology and related data are provided by Gracenote ® . Gracenote is the industry standard in music recognition technology and related content delivery. For more DivX ®... - Page 107 VIERA CAST is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. At least three (3) years from delivery of products, Panasonic will give to any Windows is a trademark or a registered trademark of Microsoft third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a Corporation in the United States and other countries.
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Page 108: Glossary
HDD of this unit on DLNA (Client) compatible equipment connected via a network. Additionally, You can enjoy viewing video, photos and music saved on a DLNA Certified media server and Panasonic DLNA compatible recorders. Frame... - Page 109 JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) Sampling frequency This is a system used for compressing/decoding colour still Sampling is the process of converting the heights of sound pictures. If you select JPEG as the storage system on digital wave (analog signal) samples taken at set periods into digits cameras, etc., the data will be compressed to 1/10–1/100 of (digital encoding).
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Page 110: Index
Index Amplifier (Connection) Delete HD Video (AVCHD) ... .104 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal . . . 17 Music ..... . 65 Copy . - Page 111 Partial Delete ....45 Recording ....28 Teletext .
- Page 112 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.