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Panasonic DMR-BWT450 Operating Instructions Manual

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Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.
• This Blu-ray Disc 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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Blu-ray Disc™ Recorder
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.
For details, refer to "Software (Firmware) Update" (
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ (This site is in English only.)

Operating Instructions

DMR-BWT450
Model No.
82) or
SQT0826

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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

    This product uses Cinavia technology to limit Indemnity concerning recorded content the use of unauthorized copies of some Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for commercially-produced film and videos and damages directly or indirectly due to any type of their soundtracks. When a prohibited use of...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Copying video Safety precautions ..... . 2 Supplied accessories ....3 Copying titles .

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Other operations ..... . 83 About descriptions in these operating ..... . 83 - Media management instructions .

  • 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 Recordable contents Playable contents • Video • MP4 • MKV Built-in hard disk drive • AVCHD/AVCHD 3D •...
  • Page 7 It cannot be recorded directly. (Only compatible with copying from the built-in HDD) §2 Recorded with AVCHD format compatible devices (Panasonic video camera, etc.). It may not be §3 able to play back, add, or edit 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: BD-RE, BD-R...

  • Page 9: Recording Mode

    Getting started Recording mode Recording Mode HG/HX/HE/HL/HM XP/SP/LP/EP/FR 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 USB memories • It may be necessary to finalise the disc, create • This unit supports USB 2.0 High Speed. Top Menu or close the session on the equipment used for recording to play on this •...
  • Page 12 Getting started HDD and media information Media handling • Do not touch the recorded surface of the discs. 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 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 Main unit Display Display    COPY PLAY 1 Drive (HDD or BD) indicator 2 Disc indicator Pull to flip down 3 Copying indicator the front panel. 4 USB port indicator 5 Remote control signal indicator 6 Timer recording indicator This indicator lights up when the timer 1 Remote control signal sensor recording standby is activated.

  • Page 16: Connection

    • Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. • When outputting 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...
  • Page 17 About HDMI cable If you use an optional HDMI cable, use the High Speed HDMI cables. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized. It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s Audio/Video cable HDMI cable. When outputting 24p signal, please use HDMI Cables 5.0 meters or less.

  • Page 18: Amplifier/Receiver Connections

    Getting started Connection Amplifier/receiver connections Network connection We recommend that you connect this unit to a HDMI terminal network. By doing so, you can: • You will not be able to view 3D programmes with - Enjoy BD-Live this connection if your amplifier/receiver is not - Keep this unit up to date at all times through 3D compatible.
  • Page 19 Getting started LAN cable connection Internet Broadband router, etc. LAN (ethernet) cable • Use category 5 or above straight LAN cables (STP) when connecting to peripheral devices. • Inserting any cable other than a LAN cable in the LAN terminal can damage the unit. SQT0826...

  • 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 DISPLAY 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: 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. • TV Guide ( Press [FUNCTION MENU]. • Contents on HDD - Recorded Programmes ( - Video ( AVCHD ) ( FUNCTION MENU - Video ( MP4 / Xvid / MKV ) (...

  • Page 23: Watching Broadcasts

    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 [OK]. Press [INPUT SELECT] and select “TV”, then press [OK]. All Digital Channels Press [CH W X] to select the channel.

  • Page 24: Using Tv Guide System

    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...

  • Page 25: Operations While Watching Broadcast

    Watching broadcasts Operations while watching broadcast REWIND LIVE TV/PAUSE LIVE TV This unit temporarily saves a live TV programme To show subtitle you are watching with this unit’s tuner on HDD. When “ ” appears in channel information REWIND LIVE TV You can rewind live TV programme to the point Press [STTL where temporary save has started (up to...
  • Page 26 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...

  • Page 27: Recording

    Recording Recording TV programmes Recording To set the recording time 1 Select “Recording Time” or “Continuous recording” in step 4 ( left). • This operation only records to built-in HDD. Recording Time: • This unit can record two programmes being You can set the length of recording time from broadcasted at the same time.

  • Page 28: Operation During Recording

    Recording Recording TV programmes 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 29: Timer Recording

    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”.
  • Page 30 Recording Timer 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.

  • Page 31: Manually Programming Timer Recording

    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 Guide Link : OFF...

  • Page 32: Timer Recording From Channel Information

    Recording Timer 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”...

  • Page 33: To Confirm And Edit A Timer Programme

    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...

  • Page 34: 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 35 Playing back video 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 36 Playing back video Playing titles on the HDD Editing the grouped titles Playback from Chapter View 1 Select the title or the group, then press the Regarding chapters yellow button. You can divide a title into multiple chapters. Each • A check mark is displayed. Repeat this step. section between the division points (Chapter •...

  • Page 37: Video List Screen

    Playing back video Video list screen e.g., Videos \ Video \ Parent Folder Folder 01 Folder 02 video01.mpeg video02.mpeg video03.mpeg video04.mpeg Page 0001/0003 Page Up Play DELETE Play Delete Page Down RETURN Parent Folder Select Screen icons Folder Titles Move to the parent folder SQT0826...

  • Page 38: 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 39: 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 Time Remaining 10:30 (DR) as subtitles, exclusive images and online games Channel Date Title Name by connecting this unit to the Internet.

  • Page 40: 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 41 Playing back video Manual Skip To delete the Chapter Mark Skip forward 1 minute: [HDD] [USB_HDD] (For recorded titles, Press [MANUAL SKIP +60s]. [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] 1 While paused Skip backward 10 seconds: Press [SKIP :] or [SKIP 9] and skip to Press [MANUAL SKIP -10s].

  • Page 42: 3D Video Playback

    Playing back video Operation during play Graphic Display Level 3D video playback Adjust the 3D position for the playback menu or message screen etc. ( Preparation Connect 3D compatible TV to this unit. ( • Perform the necessary preparations for the TV. •...

  • Page 43: Editing Video

    Editing video Deleting/Editing titles Editing video Once deleted, divided or partially deleted, Available disc space after deleting content cannot be restored to its original state. Make certain before proceeding. • [HDD] [USB_HDD] [BD-RE] [RAM] The space deleted becomes available for §...
  • Page 44 Editing video Deleting/Editing titles Deleting Partial deleting 1 Select “Delete Title”, then press [OK]. [HDD] [USB_HDD] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] 1 Select “Partial Delete” in “Edit”, then press 2 Select “Delete”, then press [OK]. [OK]. 2 Press [OK] at the start point and end point to Entering title name delete.
  • Page 45 Editing video 4 “Now” conversion: File Conversion Select “Start”, then press [OK]. [HDD] [USB_HDD] “During standby” conversion: File Conversion is a function to convert the Press [OK]. recording mode of the title in DR mode and • Conversion will be performed after the unit is AVCHD contents.

  • Page 46: Deleting Video Files On The Hdd

    Editing video Deleting/Editing titles Editing chapters Deleting video files on the HDD [HDD] [USB_HDD] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [HDD] 1 Select “Chapter View”, then press [OK]. On the video list screen: 2 Perform the editing operations. Select the file or folder. Edit Chapter Mark: e.g., Select the point where you want to start a new...

  • Page 47: Copying Video

    Copying video Copying titles Copying video §1, 2, 3 Set other settings, then press [OK]. e.g., Automatic Standby after Copy §1, 3 Standby status can be changed if required. Please press OK to start copying. “For recorded titles ( 10)” only §1 The title in the source media will be deleted.
  • Page 48 Copying video Copying titles To change the selection Setting the copying options 1 Select “No”, then press [OK] in step 7 ( 47). 1 Select the item in step 8 ( 47). 2 Press [2, 1] to change the settings. e.g., [HDD] >...

  • Page 49: Copying From Media Other Than Hdd With Video Menu

    Copying video Copying from media other than HDD Copying titles with copying list with Video Menu ,. [USB_HDD] [HDD] §1, 2, 3 [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [+RW] > [HDD] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [DVD-R] > [HDD] Insert a disc. [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW] The menu screen appears.
  • Page 50 Copying video Copying titles Register titles for copy. Make other settings. 1 Select “Create List”, then press 1 Select “Other Settings”, then press [1] (right). [1] (right). 2 Select “New item”, then press [OK]. e.g., 3 Select the title, then press the yellow Copy button.
  • Page 51 Copying video Editing the copying list Screen icons 1 Select the title after step 4-4 ( 50). Titles that cannot be copied in high speed mode Copy Cancel All Titles that cannot be copied Destination Capacity: 21000 MB ( 66% ) Size: 14000 MB Copy Direction...

  • Page 52: Notes For Copying

    Copying video Copying titles Notes for copying Notes for normal speed copy • [DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW] You cannot copy to Notes for high speed copy the disc in the following cases. High Speed Copying is the process of copying a - When there is not enough free space on the title to disc in high speed while maintaining the HDD.

  • Page 53: Copying A Finalised Disc

    Copying video Copying a finalised disc Select “Start Copying”, then press [OK]. Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. [DVD-V] > [HDD] • When the Top Menu is displayed: While playing a disc, the content being played is Select the title you want to start copying, copied to the HDD according to the set time.

  • Page 54: Copying Title Playing

    • Speed and recording mode when copying - Without the AVCHD information (video recorded with The high speed copy is performed if available. certain non-Panasonic equipment, video copied to the Refer to “Notes for copying”. ( HDD after copying it to BD-R or BD-RE once, etc.) •...

  • Page 55: Copying Video Files

    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...

  • Page 56: Photo And Music

    Photo and Music Playing photos Photo and Music To exit the Calendar screen §1 §2 §3 Press [PAUSE ;]. • When there are many files and/or folders, some files may not be displayed or not be playable. ( “For data files ( 10)”...

  • Page 57: 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 58: Editing Photos

    Photo and Music Editing photos §1 §2 Select the item, then press [OK]. Enter Folder Name [BD-RE] only §1 Refer to “Entering text”. ( [RAM] only §2 Combine Folders [HDD] On the Photo Menu screen: Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. e.g., [HDD] Delete Folder Photo Menu...

  • Page 59: Copying Photos

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

  • Page 60: 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 61: 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 60, “Playing music file •...

  • Page 62: 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 63: With Other Equipment

    With Other Equipment Recording from external equipment With Other Equipment To stop recording Press [STOP ∫]. Recording mode: XP, SP, LP, EP Manually programming timer recording from Preparation external equipment Connect the Set Top Box or video equipment Refer to “Manually programming timer recording” 31).

  • Page 64: Copying The Hd Video (Avchd)

    USB connection cable • The original file must be in the AVCHD standard. (optional) • If you connect a Panasonic product with a USB connection cable, setup screen may be displayed on the connected Connect the video camera or insert the equipment.

  • Page 65: 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 66: 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 67: Convenient Functions

    Convenient functions Playback menu Convenient functions A variety of operations and settings such as changing the subtitles and audio languages can Language be performed during playback of video or music. English JPN Japanese ARA Arabic Also, picture and sound quality can be set to your French CHI Chinese HIN Hindi...
  • Page 68 Convenient functions Playback menu Basic Operation Picture Settings Soundtrack § Sharpness Adjustment Show or change the soundtrack. Adjusts the sharpness of images. The greater Audio Selection the value is, the sharper images will be. Switch in the case of multiple audio. Noise Reduction Audio Channel Reduces unnecessary noise in videos.
  • Page 69 Convenient functions Sound Settings Sound Effects • This function is effective when “Digital Audio Output” is set to “PCM”. ( Night Surround Enjoy a movie with powerful sound even when the volume is kept low at night. Re-master 1/Re-master 2 Sound becomes more natural by adding higher frequency signals not recorded on the track.

  • Page 70: 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 71 Convenient functions Picture Network Still Mode ( Easy Network Setting ( Network Settings ( Sound IP Address / DNS Settings ( Dynamic Range Compression ( Proxy Server Settings ( Downmix ( Notice ( Bilingual Audio Selection ( Digital Audio Output ( Others Dolby D / Dolby D + / Dolby TrueHD ( Standby Settings (...

  • Page 72: Digital Tv Tuning

    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.

  • Page 73: Hdd / Disc / Usb Hdd

    Convenient functions 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. Select the playback method of 3D compatible •...
  • Page 74 Convenient functions Basic Settings Settings for Recording Chapter Creation Set the Chapter Creation method. Timer Record Start Buffer • Even if “Automatic” is selected, depending This function sets the timer recording to start on the programme to be recorded, the earlier than the TV Guide time.

  • Page 75: Picture

    Convenient functions Settings for USB HDD Picture USB HDD Registration Still Mode Register the USB HDD. ( Select the type of picture shown when you pause play. USB HDD Disconnection • Field: This function puts the USB HDD in a state in Select if jittering occurs when “Automatic”...

  • Page 76: Display

    Convenient functions Basic Settings Digital Audio Output Display Dolby D / Dolby D + / Dolby TrueHD On-Screen Information DTS / DTS-HD Select the time until the channel information MPEG screen ( 24) disappears automatically. Select the audio signal to output. Front Panel Display •...
  • Page 77 Convenient functions Aspect for 4:3 Video Deep Colour Output To play a 4:3 title, set how to show pictures on a This setting is for selecting whether to use 16:9 TV. Deep Colour output when a TV that supports • 4:3: Deep Colour is connected.

  • Page 78: Network

    Convenient functions Basic Settings Network Others Easy Network Setting Standby Settings Press [OK] to start Easy Network Setting. ( Quick Start Network Settings • On: It is possible to start quickly from standby IP Address / DNS Settings mode. Check the connection of the network or set •...
  • Page 79 • The time contained in the broadcast signal is Panasonic products close together. UTC (Universal time, coordinated). • Use “BD 1”, the factory set code, under normal • Daylight Saving Time circumstances.
  • Page 80 Convenient functions Basic Settings System Update Software Update in Standby When you set this unit to standby mode, software (firmware) updates ( 82) are downloaded automatically at the time you have specified. Software Update Now ( Internet ) Refer to “Software (Firmware) Update”. Software Licence Information about the software licence is displayed.

  • Page 81: 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 82: 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/ SQT0826...

  • Page 83: Other Operations

    Convenient functions Other operations Media management Delete all titles [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW] 1 Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 2 Select “Start”, then press [OK]. Select “Media”, then press [OK]. • Photo data (JPEG/MPO) or computer data cannot be Select the media, then press [OK].
  • Page 84 • 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. • Discs finalised on this unit may not be playable on other players due to the condition of the recording.

  • Page 85: Entering Text

    Convenient functions 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].

  • Page 86: 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 87: Displays

    Troubleshooting 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”. 76, 77) Press and hold [OK] and •...
  • Page 88 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide 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: •...

  • Page 89: Sound

    Troubleshooting Timer recording does not work properly. Sound • Failed timer recordings are displayed in grey No sound. with on the Timer Recording screen. ( Distorted sound. When you programme a timer recording, check • Check the connections. ( the screen icons. If “!” is displayed, this timer •...

  • Page 90: Play

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide Play Edit Cannot play back. The available recording time does not • The disc is dirty. ( increase even after deleting titles on the disc. • The disc is scratched or marked. • [BD-R] [DVD-R] [+R] Available space on the disc •...

  • Page 91: Photo

    Troubleshooting Photo TV Guide Copying, deleting and setting protection takes The TV Guide information is not displayed a long time. properly. • When there are a lot of folders and files, it may • Set the clock correctly. ( 70, 79, Clock) sometimes take a long time.

  • Page 92: Viera Link

    To return all the settings to the factory preset Perform “Shipping Condition” or “Default • Check the settings of the connected TV, etc. Settings”. ( 70, 80) • This unit does not support “ONE TOUCH PLAY” function of the Panasonic AV Control Receiver. SQT0826...

  • Page 93: 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.) The software (firmware) is being updated. You cannot (“∑”...

  • Page 94: When You Experience Problems With Easy Network Setting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide When you experience problems with Easy Network Setting If there is any problem, the following message is displayed on the screen. Easy Network Setting ( Network Connection Check ) Check the Display following 1. LAN cable • Connection of “Fail”...

  • Page 95: Reference

    Reference Specifications Reference Specifications are subject to change without ∫ Internal HDD capacity notice. 500 GB ∫ General Dimensions: 430 mm (W) ∫ Other terminals 59 mm (H) USB Port (Type A): 2 pcs. (including the projecting parts) LAN (Ethernet) Port: 1 pc.
  • Page 96 Reference Specifications ∫ XP, SP, LP, EP modes Recording modes and approximate recording times Recording BD-RE, BD-R Mode Depending on the content being recorded, the (500 GB) Single Dual Layer recording time may become shorter than Layer (50 GB) indicated. (25 GB) ∫...
  • Page 97 Reference Audio information The audio output differs depending on the setting on this unit. ( 76, Digital Audio Output) • The number of channels listed is the maximum possible number of output channels when connected to amplifier/receiver compatible with the respective audio format. Digital Audio Output Terminal Bitstream...

  • Page 98: Language Code List

    Reference Specifications Language code list Abkhazian: 6566 Lingala: 7678 Afar: 6565 Lithuanian: 7684 Afrikaans: 6570 Macedonian: 7775 Albanian: 8381 Malagasy: 7771 Amharic: 6577 Malay: 7783 Arabic: 6582 Malayalam: 7776 Armenian: 7289 Maltese: 7784 Assamese: 6583 Maori: 7773 Aymara: 6589 Marathi: 7782 Azerbaijani: 6590...

  • 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

    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 ......25, 85 Favourites ......72 Audio .
  • Page 103 Reference Recording ......27 USB HDD From external equipment ....63 Cancellation of all USB HDD Timer recording .
  • 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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