Software (Firmware) Update 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.
Safety precautions WARNING CAUTION Unit Unit • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or • Do not place sources of naked flames, such as product damage, lighted candles, on this unit. - Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, •...
R6/LR6, AA (Alkaline or manganese batteries) Indemnity concerning recorded content Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording or edited content (data), and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing does not work properly.
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.
Getting started 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: •...
Getting started HDD and media information 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.
Getting started Notes Notes for the USB memories • This unit supports USB 2.0 High Speed. Notes for an External HDD (USB HDD) • This unit supports USB mass storage device You can use an external HDD in the following two class.
Getting started Unit care HDD/USB HDD handling care When moving the unit • The HDD is a high precision device 1 Switch the unit to standby mode. (Wait until “BYE” disappears from the display.) The HDD is a high precision recording instrument and is easily susceptible to damage.
Getting started Control reference guide Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. Remote control 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 ...
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Getting started Control reference guide Main unit Display Display COPY PLAY 1 Drive (HDD) indicator 2 Copying indicator USB memory 3 USB port indicator Pull to flip down 4 Remote control signal indicator the front panel. 5 Timer recording indicator This indicator lights up when the timer recording standby is activated.
• Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. • When outputting 1080p or 24p signal, please use HDMI cables 5.0 meters or less. It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. Basic connections To the aerial...
If you use an optional HDMI cable, use the High 3D 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 signal, please use HDMI Cables 5.0 meters or less.
(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.
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...
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”...
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.
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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”...
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 - USB device Press [FUNCTION MENU]. - USB HDD • TV Guide ( FUNCTION MENU Media TV Guide...
Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts Using Channel List Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. ( You can select from the list of channel names. Press [CH W X] to select the channel. Press [OK]. • You can also select the channel by the All Digital Channels following operations - Using number buttons.
Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts Using TV Guide system Using channel information While watching a programme Press [GUIDE]. Press [STATUS TV Guide screen appears. e.g. Landscape view 71:20 DR Landscape TV Guide Category: All Digital Channels TUE 06.01.2015 8:05 AM 8:00 AM - 9:45 AM TUE 06.01 8:00 AM 8:30...
Watching broadcasts When the Teletext is included in data service: Operations while watching broadcast When [TEXT ] is pressed, the Teletext of data service will be displayed. To show subtitle When “ ” appears in channel information • Operation buttons: [3, 4, 2, 1], [OK], number buttons or colour buttons, etc.
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Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts Display information To stop REWIND LIVE TV or PAUSE LIVE TV 1 Press [STOP ∫]. While pausing or rewinding a broadcast: 2 Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. Press [STATUS To hide the display information Pause 8:05 AM 9:35 AM Press [EXIT 8:50 AM...
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.
Recording Recording TV programmes Operation during Recording • If a timer recording reaches its start time when all tuners are being used for recording, the recording of one of the programmes terminates. To check the recording programme • Teletext will not be recorded. Press [STATUS •...
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Recording To pause recording After displaying the recording programme, press [PAUSE ;]. • Press again to restart recording. (A title is not split into separate titles.) • Timer recording programme cannot be paused. To record two programmes simultaneously While recording, perform steps 1–4 on page 25. •...
Recording Timer recording To use TV Guide system Refer to “Using TV Guide system”. ( • You can enter up to 32 programmes within a Operation during Recording month in advance. (Each daily, weekly or series programme is counted as one Refer to “Operation during Recording”.
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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...
Recording Timer recording Manually programming timer Timer recording options recording Select the items (Channel, Day/Date, etc.) and change the settings. Press [PROG/CHECK]. e.g., Timer Recording 30:30 DR TUE 06.01.2015 8:05 AM Channel Name Space Schedule Mode Timer Recording 30:24 DR TUE 06.01.2015 8:05 AM New Timer Programme Date...
Recording Timer recording from channel Notes on timer recording information • When recording except in DR mode, the audio content will be selected according to the You can make timer recording of the current or following settings: next programme. - “Audio Type for Digital Broadcast” ( While watching a programme •...
Recording Timer recording To confirm and edit a timer Screen icons programme Red: Timer recording standby is activated. Press [PROG/CHECK]. Grey: Timer recording standby is deactivated. e.g., Currently recording programme Timer Recording 30:30 DR TUE 06.01.2015 8:05 AM A part or all of the programme will not be Channel Name Space Schedule...
Playing back video Playing titles on the HDD Playing back video Video Menu screen § e.g., “For recorded titles ( 9)” only § Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Video Menu Grouped Titles Time Remaining 45:54 (DR) Not Viewed Movie Drama Sport AVCHD...
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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].
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.
Playing back video Playing titles on the media Menu screen § Selecting screen for each operation is displayed “For data files ( 9)” only § when the media is inserted, and you can access the operation screen easily. Insert the media. e.g., [USB] Depending on the type of the media, play USB Device...
Playing back video Operation during play Search Press [SLOW/SEARCH 6] or [SLOW/SEARCH 5]. • Depending on the media and the type of file, some • Press [PLAY/a1.3 1] to restart play. operations may not be possible. • Depending on the media, it may take time for the menu screen, pictures, sound, etc.
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Playing back video Operation during play Manual Skip To delete the Chapter Mark Skip forward 1 minute: [HDD] [USB_HDD] (For recorded titles, Press [MANUAL SKIP +60s]. 1 While paused Press [SKIP :] or [SKIP 9] and skip to Skip backward 10 seconds: the location you want to delete.
Playing back video 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”...
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 ( 9)”...
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Editing video 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. Entering title name •...
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Editing video Deleting/Editing titles 4 “Now” conversion: File Conversion Select “Start”, then press [OK]. File Conversion is a function to convert the “During standby” conversion: recording mode of the title in DR mode and Press [OK]. AVCHD contents. The size of the converted title •...
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.
Copying video Copying titles Copying video § Set other settings, then press [OK]. e.g., “For recorded titles ( 9)” 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.
Copying video Copying video files > [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 Parent Folder Select...
Photo and Music Playing photos Photo and Music To exit the Calendar screen § Press [PAUSE ;]. “For data files ( 9)” only (JPEG, MPO) § • When there are many files and/or folders, some files may not be displayed or not be playable. ( •...
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...
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 Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. Photo Menu 03.01.2012 Delete Folder 29.10.2012 25.02.2013 Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. 15.03.2013 Move Photos Page Up...
Photo and Music Copying photos § Copying automatically “For data files ( 9)” only (JPEG, MPO) > [HDD] § [USB_HDD] [USB] Newly added photos will automatically be copied Selecting and copying the photos to the HDD. > [HDD] [USB_HDD] [USB] Insert the media.
Photo and Music Playing music Playing music file on the HDD § [HDD] “For data files ( 9)” only § Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Select “Music” in “Contents on HDD”, then Playing music file on the media press [OK]. [USB_HDD] [USB] The music list screen appears.
Photo and Music Copying/Deleting music § Deleting “For data files ( 9)” only [HDD] § On the music list screen: Copying Select the file or folder. [USB_HDD] [USB] > [HDD] Press [DELETE]. On the music list screen: Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. Select the file or folder.
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.
• You may not be able to use the Control Panel even if you use the Panasonic DLNA compatible equipment. .wav • If you want to display the playback menu while playing back .m4a, .adts a video on the Panasonic DLNA compatible equipment, .wma press [AUDIO]. FLAC .flac •...
Network Smart Home Networking (DLNA) 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.
Network 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”.
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.
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.
• 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.
With Other Equipment 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]. •...
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 Audio Selection personal taste.
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Convenient functions 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 Reduces unnecessary noise in videos.
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.
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Convenient functions 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 (...
Convenient functions Basic Settings 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.
Convenient functions Child Lock ( Parental Rating ) HDD / USB HDD You can restrict the viewing of channels unsuitable to children. Settings for Recording Set a ratings level to limit broadcast viewing and Timer Record Start Buffer playback. This function sets the timer recording to start •...
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Convenient functions Basic Settings HDD Management Settings for USB HDD Press and hold [OK] for 3 seconds to show the USB HDD Registration following settings. Register the USB HDD. ( Delete all titles USB HDD Disconnection Delete all titles (video) on the built-in HDD. This function puts the USB HDD in a state in •...
Convenient functions Picture Digital Audio Output PCM Down Conversion Still Mode Select how to output audio with a sampling Select the type of picture shown when you pause frequency of 96 kHz. play. • On: • Field: Signals are converted to 48 kHz. Select if jittering occurs when “Automatic”...
Convenient functions Basic Settings Display Connection On-Screen Information 3D Settings Select the time until the channel information 3D Type screen ( 22) disappears automatically. If 3D video cannot be played back in 3D, you Front Panel Display may be able to play it in 3D by changing the setting.
Convenient functions Aspect for 4:3 Video Network To play a 4:3 title, set how to show pictures on a 16:9 TV. Easy Network Setting • 4:3: Press [OK] to start Easy Network Setting. ( Picture output expands left or right. Network Settings •...
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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.
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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 •...
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].
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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 ( 75) are This unit usually obtains time and date downloaded automatically at the time you information from digital broadcasts.
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...
• 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/ SQT0816...
Convenient functions Other operations Entering text Switching the aspect ratio of the screen Preparation • Show the “Enter Title Name” screen, etc. When the image does not match the screen size of the TV, you can enlarge the image to fill the screen. Select a character, then press [OK].
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.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide The screen changes automatically. Displays • If “Screen Saver” set to “On”, the screen saver “0:00” is flashing on the front panel display. function will be activated when there is no • Set the clock. ( 62, 73) operation for 5 minutes or more.
Troubleshooting 3D video is not output correctly. Sound • 3D video may be output correctly by changing the following settings: No sound. - “3D Type” of “3D Settings” ( 62, 68) Distorted sound. - “Signal Format” ( 39, 3D settings during •...
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide Recording, timer recording and Play copying You have forgotten your rating PIN. • The rating level returns to the factory preset. Cannot record. 1 While the unit is on, press and hold [OK], the Cannot copy. yellow button and the blue button at the •...
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.
DLNA compatible equipment. • Check the settings of the connected TV, etc. • This unit does not support “ONE TOUCH PLAY” function of the Panasonic AV Control Receiver. When using Wireless LAN connection, video from the DLNA Certified media server is not...
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.
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...
Reference Specifications Reference Specifications are subject to change without Recording modes and approximate recording notice. times ∫ General Depending on the content being recorded, the Dimensions: 430 mm (W) recording time may become shorter than indicated. 59 mm (H) (including the projecting parts) Recording Mode HDD (1 TB) 212 mm (D)
Reference Specifications Audio information Language code list The audio output differs depending on which terminals (HDMI AV OUT/DIGITAL AUDIO OUT) Abkhazian: 6566 Lingala: 7678 Lithuanian: 7684 Afar: 6565 are connected to the amplifier/receiver, and the Afrikaans: 6570 Macedonian: 7775 setting on this unit. ( 67, Digital Audio Output) Albanian: 8381...
Reference Licenses “AVCHD”, “AVCHD 3D”, “AVCHD Progressive” and “AVCHD 3D/Progressive” are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. DLNA, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance. DVB and the DVB logos are trademarks of the DVB Project.
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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...
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.
Reference Index Aspect ......23, 76 Format ......66 Audio .
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Reference Recording ......25 USB HDD Timer recording ..... . . 28 Cancellation of all USB HDD Registrations .
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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.