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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-BWT945
Model No.
91) or
SQT0291

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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 - Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
  • Page 3: Supplied Accessories

    - Do not recharge alkaline or manganese Indemnity concerning recorded content batteries. Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for - Do not use batteries if the covering has been damages directly or indirectly due to any type of peeled off.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

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

    Convenient functions About descriptions in these operating VIERA Link functions....73 instructions Playback menu ..... . . 74 •...
  • Page 6: Hdd And Media Information

    Getting started HDD and media information Getting started For more details, refer also to the specifications. ( 105) Recordable/playable contents (–: Impossible) Media type Standard symbol Recordable contents Playable contents • Video • AVCHD/AVCHD 3D Built-in hard disk drive • JPEG [HDD] (HDD) §1...
  • 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: Recording Mode

    Getting started HDD and media information About extension of files MP4: “.MP4” “.mp4” “.MOV” “.mov” MPEG2: “.MPG” “.mpg” “.MPEG” “.mpeg” “.M2TS” “.m2ts” “.MTS” “.mts” “.TS” “.ts” Xvid: “.AVI” “.avi” Subtitle text files: “.SRT” “.srt” “.SUB” “.sub” “.TXT” “.txt” MKV: “.MKV” “.mkv”...
  • Page 9: Notes

    Getting started • Disc recorded on another device Notes • It may be necessary to finalize the disc, create Top Menu or close the session on the Notes for an External HDD (USB HDD) equipment used for recording to play on this You can use an external HDD in the following two unit.
  • Page 10 Getting started HDD and media information Notes for the SD cards Media handling • Compatible SD card • Do not touch the recorded surface of the discs or the terminal surface of the SD cards. - SD Memory Card (from 8 MB to 2 GB, FAT12 and FAT16 DO NOT formats) - SDHC Memory Card...
  • Page 11: 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 12: Control Reference Guide

    Getting started Control reference guide Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. Remote control 9 Show DIRECT NAVIGATOR, Top Menu,  Pop-up Menu ( 35, 42) : Show OPTION menu ( 44, 58, 63) ; Colour buttons (Use in accordance with ...
  • Page 13 Getting started Main unit • While writing to/reading from the media, do not switch the unit to standby mode or remove the media. Such action Display may result in loss of the media contents.     • When inserting the media, ensure that it is facing the right way up.
  • Page 14: Connection

    • When outputting 1080p or 24p (4K) signal, please use HDMI cables 5.0 meters or less. It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. • In case problems occur for the playback of content such as no picture or picture distortion, check the HDMI cable, related connections and the compatibility of TV video input.
  • Page 15: Amplifier/Receiver Connections

    If you use an optional HDMI cable, use the High Speed HDMI cables. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized. (ARC) It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. When outputting 1080p signal or 24p (4K) signal, please use HDMI Cables 5.0 meters or less.
  • Page 16 Getting started Connection ∫ Amplifier/receiver not compatible with 3D DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal or 4K ∫ Using Optical digital audio cable 3D programmes or 4K images can be Amplifier/receiver played back when this unit is connected OPTICAL IN to a 3D or 4K compatible TV. •...
  • Page 17: Network Connection

    Panasonic will in no way be responsible for any (This site is in English only.) incidental damage which may arise due to a • The unit is not compatible with public wireless LAN services.
  • Page 18: Settings

    While pressing [TV Í], enter the code with the number buttons.   TV operation buttons Manufacturer and Code No. DRIVE INPUT SELECT right) PAGE Brand Code Brand Code Panasonic 01/02/03/04 NOBLEX AIWA NOKIA 25/26/27/60/61 AKAI 27/30 INTERNET NORDMENDE BEKO 05/71/72/73/74 RADIO/ OLEVIA BENQ...
  • Page 19: 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 20: Easy Network Setting

    Getting started Settings Easy Network Setting Connection method to wireless access point Search for wireless network: Select “Wired” or “Wireless”, then press 1 Select “Search for wireless network”, then [OK]. press [OK]. Easy Network Setting 2 The available wireless networks will be Settings and tests for connection required displayed.
  • Page 21 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 “Remote Recording Easy Network Setting”. ( 104) function” to “On”, the setting for “Quick Start” is fixed to “On”.
  • 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 • Keyword Recording ( etc. via the FUNCTION MENU. • TV Guide ( Press [FUNCTION MENU]. • Timer Recording ( FUNCTION MENU Keyword Recording TV Guide...
  • 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 07.01.2014 8:05 AM 8:00 AM - 9:45 AM TUE 07.01 8:00 AM 8:30...
  • Page 25: Operations While Watching Broadcast

    Watching broadcasts REWIND LIVE TV/PAUSE LIVE TV Operations while watching broadcast 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 Pause To hide the display information 8:05 AM 9:35 AM 8:50 AM Press [EXIT...
  • 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 three 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 again to restart recording. Press [STATUS (A title is not split into separate titles.) e.g., While recording three programmes simultaneously •...
  • Page 29: Timer Recording

    Recording Timer recording To cancel a timer recording on the TV Guide screen 1 Select the programme to cancel, then press • You can enter up to 32 programmes within a the red button. month in advance. (Each daily or weekly 2 Select “Timer Rec Cancel”, then press [OK].
  • Page 30: Manually Programming Timer Recording

    Recording Timer recording Timer recording options Manually programming timer recording Select the items (Channel, Day/Date, etc.) and change the settings. Press [PROG/CHECK]. e.g., Timer Recording 30:30 DR TUE 07.01.2014 8:05 AM Timer Recording 30:24 DR TUE 07.01.2014 8:05 AM Space Channel Name Schedule Mode...
  • Page 31: Timer Recording From Channel Information

    BD-Video, DVD-Video or music CD. ( This unit PC, Smartphone, etc. For details, please check the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ (This site is in English only.) Preparation • Perform network connection and settings. 17, 20) • Perform Remote Recording Function Settings •...
  • Page 32: To Confirm And Edit A Timer Programme

    Recording Timer recording To confirm and edit a timer Screen icons programme Red: Timer recording standby is activated. Press [PROG/CHECK]. Grey: Timer recording standby is deactivated. e.g., Currently recording programme Timer Recording 30:30 DR TUE 07.01.2014 8:05 AM Channel Name Space Schedule Mode...
  • Page 33: Keyword Recording

    Recording Keyword Recording Keyword Recording conditions Search Conditions: The unit can find programmes that include Keyword 1-16 specified keywords from programme names and Input the keyword to be registered. programme information on TV Guide, and record • Refer to “Entering text”. ( the programmes automatically.
  • Page 34 Recording Keyword Recording To add/edit the Keyword Priority order of Keyword Recording Select the Keyword and press [OK], then Recording takes place in the following order of make required settings. priority: • Refer to “Keyword Recording” ( 1 A programme that is already being recorded 2 Timer Recording To deactivate the Keyword Recording 3 A programme with a smaller keyword...
  • Page 35: Playing Back Video

    Playing back video Playing titles on the HDD Playing back video DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen § Screen icons “For recorded titles ( 9)” only § Currently recording programme Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Protected title Select “Video” in “Contents on HDD”, Title was not recorded due to then press [OK].
  • Page 36 Playing back video Playing titles on the HDD Editing the grouped titles Titles are categorised automatically. 1 Select the title or the group, then press the yellow button. You can quickly find the recorded titles by selecting the tab. • A check mark is displayed. Repeat this step. •...
  • Page 37 Playing back video Playback from Chapter View Regarding chapters You can divide a title into multiple chapters. Each section between the division points (Chapter Marks) becomes a chapter. Chapter Title Chapter Marks • Chapter Creation This unit can create chapters automatically while recording broadcasting.
  • Page 38: Playing Keyword Recording Titles

    Playing back video Playing titles on the HDD To display Keyword List Playing Keyword Recording titles Press the green button in step 2. ( left) Select “Keyword Record” tab. • Refer to “Displaying the Keyword List”. ( Video Menu DIRECT NAVIGATOR Time Remaining 45:54 (DR) Keyword Record Not Viewed...
  • Page 39: 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 ( 9)” only § USB Device Insert the media.
  • Page 40: Notes For Bd-Live Discs

    Playing back video Playing titles on the media DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen Notes for BD-Live discs e.g., [BD-V] BD-Live allows you to enjoy more functions such Video Menu All Titles DIRECT NAVIGATOR BD-RE Time Remaining 10:30 (HG) as subtitles, exclusive images and online games Channel Date Title Name...
  • Page 41: 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 42 Playing back video Operation during play Manual Skip To delete the Chapter Mark Skip forward 1 minute: [HDD] [USB_HDD] (For recorded titles, [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] Press [MANUAL SKIP +60s]. 1 While paused Skip backward 10 seconds: Press [SKIP :] or [SKIP 9] and skip to Press [MANUAL SKIP -10s].
  • Page 43: 3D Video Playback

    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”...
  • Page 44: Editing Video

    Editing video Deleting/Editing recorded titles Editing video Once deleted, divided or partially deleted, Available disc space after deleting recorded 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 45 Editing video 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 46 Editing video Deleting/Editing recorded titles Timing: File Conversion • Now [HDD] [USB_HDD] Conversion begins immediately after step 4. File Conversion is a function to convert the • Timer recording will not be performed recording mode of the title in DR mode and during conversion.
  • Page 47 Editing video Editing chapters To cancel a “Now” conversion Press and hold [RETURN ] for more than [HDD] [USB_HDD] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] 3 seconds. 1 Select “Chapter View”, then press [OK]. 2 Perform the editing operations. To confirm whether the conversion is completed Edit Chapter Mark: Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].
  • Page 48: 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 ( 9)” only §1 The title in the source media will be deleted.
  • Page 49 Copying video To change the selection Setting the copying options 1 Select “No”, then press [OK] in step 7 ( 48). 1 Select the item in step 8 ( 48). e.g., [HDD] > [BD-RE] 2 Press [2, 1] to change the settings. The order of copying •...
  • Page 50: Copying From Media Other Than Hdd With Direct Navigator

    Copying video Copying titles Copying from media other than HDD Copying titles with copying list with DIRECT NAVIGATOR ,. [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 51 Copying video 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 52 Copying video Copying titles Editing the copying list Screen icons 1 Select the title after step 4-4 ( 51). Titles that cannot be copied in high speed mode Copy Cancel All Destination Capacity: 21000 MB ( 66% ) Size: 14000 MB Titles that cannot be copied Copy Direction Size...
  • Page 53: Notes For Copying

    Copying video 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 54: Copying A Finalised Disc

    Copying video Copying titles About maintaining the chapter mark Set “Copy Time”. 1 Select “Copy Time”, then press • The position of the chapter might shift slightly. [1] (right). • Maximum number of chapters on the disc is 2 Select “Time Setting”, then press [OK]. limited.
  • Page 55: Copying Title Playing

    The high speed copy is performed if available. - Without the AVCHD information (video recorded with Refer to “Notes for copying”. ( certain non-Panasonic equipment, video copied to the HDD after copying it to BD-R or BD-RE once, etc.) • 3D video may not be copied correctly.
  • 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. ( 108) “For data files ( 9)”...
  • 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 Refer to “Entering text”. ( [BD-RE] only §1 [RAM] only §2 Combine Folders On the Photo Menu screen: [HDD] Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. e.g., [HDD] Photo Menu Delete Folder...
  • Page 59: Copying Photos

    Photo and Music Copying photos §1 §2 §3 Copying automatically [USB_HDD] [BD-RE] [RAM] > [HDD] [DVD-R] [CD] [SD] [USB] Newly added photos will automatically be copied “For data files ( 9)” only (JPEG, MPO) §1 to the HDD. [BD-RE] only §2 Insert the media.
  • Page 60: Playing Music

    Photo and Music Playing music Copying music (MP3) to HDD §1 §2 [USB_HDD] [DVD-R] [CD] [USB] > [HDD] “For data files ( 9)” only (MP3) After performing steps 1–2 ( left) §1 [DVD-R] only §2 Press the blue button. Select “Copy”, then press [OK]. Music CD: Insert the disc.
  • Page 61: Playing Music Recorded On Hdd

    Photo and Music Playing music recorded on HDD Playlists [HDD] 1 Select the playlist, then press [OK]. Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 2 Select the track, then press [OK]. Select “Music” in “Contents on HDD”, then Frequently Played press [OK]. Tracks most often played recently (up to Music Menu Music Menu Total Tracks 53...
  • Page 62: Operations During Music Play

    Photo and Music Playing music Operations during music play Displaying photos (Screen Saver) Photos can be displayed during music playback. [HDD] [USB_HDD] [DVD-R] [CD] [USB] While playing the music Stop Press the red button. Press [STOP ∫]. • To select the photos to display The original photo stored in the HDD by default Pause or a folder registered with “Photos for Music”...
  • Page 63: Editing Music/Playlist

    Photo and Music Editing music/playlist Delete All Tracks 1 If the confirmation screen appears: Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. On the Music Menu screen: 2 Select “Delete”, then press [OK]. Press [OPTION]. e.g., Delete Album Music Menu Music Menu Total Tracks 53 Total Tracks 53 Select “Delete”, then press [OK].
  • Page 64: Network

    DLNA function compatible software should be § http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ installed. (This site is in English only.) Preparation • When DLNA (Server) Function is deactivated, • Some video or broadcasts cannot be enjoyed depending on make the settings.
  • Page 65: Using This Unit As Client

    • You may not be able to use the Control Panel even if you .wav use the Panasonic DLNA compatible equipment. .m4a • If you want to display the playback menu while playing back .wma a video on the Panasonic DLNA compatible equipment, FLAC .flac press [AUDIO]. Linear PCM –...
  • Page 66: Using This Unit As Media Renderer

    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 work as Media Renderer, which allows • Items displayed in grey on the display cannot be played you to play back the contents on DLNA Server by back by this unit.
  • Page 67: Using Smart Home Networking (Dlna) With Wi-Fi Direct

    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, LAN devices to communicate each other directly please check connection mode of pairing device and select “Search again”.
  • Page 68: Enjoying Network Service

    Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty for the content or the continuity of the services. • All features of websites or content of the service may not be available.
  • Page 69: 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” 30).
  • Page 70: Copying The Hd Video (Avchd)

    Disc”, then press [OK]. • The original file must be in the AVCHD standard. • If you connect a Panasonic product with a USB connection cable, setup screen may be displayed on the connected equipment. For details, refer to the instructions for the connected equipment.
  • Page 71: Registering The External Hdd (Usb Hdd)

    USB HDD. For the latest information on recommended USB HDDs, please check the following website. Disconnecting the USB HDD http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ Please use the following procedure to disconnect. Disconnecting without following this procedure • Certain non-recommended USB HDDs cannot may result in the loss of recorded content from be used with this unit.
  • Page 72: 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 73: Convenient Functions

    • This unit supports “HDAVI Control 5” function. When you set the TV to standby mode, this unit is “HDAVI Control 5” is the standard for Panasonic’s HDAVI also automatically set to standby mode. Control compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with Panasonic’s conventional HDAVI equipment.
  • Page 74: Playback Menu

    Convenient functions Playback menu 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.
  • Page 75 Convenient functions Sound Effect Settings Picture Settings Sound Effects Picture Type • This function is effective when “Digital Audio Select the picture type. Output” is set to “PCM”. ( Sharpness Adjustment Night Surround Adjusts the sharpness of images. The greater Enjoy a movie with powerful sound even the value is, the sharper images will be.
  • Page 76: 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 77 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 (...
  • Page 78: 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 79: Hdd / Disc / Usb Hdd

    Convenient functions HDD / Disc / USB HDD Child Lock ( Parental Rating ) You can restrict the viewing of channels Settings for Playback unsuitable to children. Set a ratings level to limit broadcast viewing and 3D BD-Video Playback playback. Select the playback method of 3D compatible •...
  • Page 80 Convenient functions Basic Settings BD-Live Settings for Recording You can restrict Internet access when BD-Live Timer Record Start Buffer functions are used. This function sets the timer recording to start • If “On ( Limit )” is selected, Internet access is earlier than the TV Guide time.
  • Page 81 Convenient functions Chapter Creation Settings for USB HDD Set the Chapter Creation method. USB HDD Registration • Even if “Automatic” is selected, depending Register the USB HDD. ( on the programme to be recorded, the chapter may not be created correctly. USB HDD Disconnection This function puts the USB HDD in a state in Disc Speed for High Speed Copy...
  • Page 82: Picture

    Convenient functions Basic Settings 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”...
  • Page 83: Display

    Convenient functions Settings for High Clarity Sound Display You can set “Audio Output” and “Front Panel Display” when “High Clarity Sound” ( 75) is set On-Screen Information to “On (Video Off)” or “On(Video On)”. Select the time until the channel information screen ( 24) disappears automatically.
  • Page 84: Connection

    Convenient functions Basic Settings Connection HDMI Connection HDMI Video Format 3D Settings You can only select items compatible with the 3D Type connected equipment. If 3D video cannot be played back in 3D, you • If “Automatic” is selected, the output may be able to play it in 3D by changing the resolution best suited to the connected TV setting.
  • Page 85: Network

    Convenient functions Network HDMI Audio Output Select “Off” when connected to an Easy Network Setting amplifier/receiver with a DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal. Press [OK] to start Easy Network Setting. ( 7.1ch Audio Reformatting Network Settings [BD-V] LAN Connection Mode Surround sound with 6.1 ch or less is Select the LAN connection method.
  • Page 86 For details please check the following • To set the IP address and DNS website. 1 Set “IP Address Auto-assignment” and http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ “DNS-IP Auto-assignment” to “Off”. (This site is in English only.) 2 Select the item, then press [OK] to show the respective setting.
  • Page 87 Convenient functions Resolution Setting for DLNA Home Network Settings When “Conversion Setting for DLNA” is set You can set the DLNA (Server) function. to “On”, select the image quality. Registration type for remote devices Home Network function • Automatic: You can switch between enable/disable of the DLNA (Server) and DMR (Media All connected devices on the same Renderer) function.
  • Page 88: Others

    Convenient functions Basic Settings Others Automatic Standby after OTR • On: Standby Settings This unit is turned to standby mode when it is not operated for approximately 5 minutes Quick Start after completing “Automatic Stop” or • On: “Recording Time” ( 27).
  • Page 89 If the time is not set correctly, use the settings and the remote control if you place other listed in the method below. Panasonic products close together. • Automatic • Use “BD 1”, the factory set code, under normal This unit usually obtains time and date circumstances.
  • Page 90 Convenient functions Basic Settings System Update Initialize Software Update in Standby Shipping Condition When you set this unit to standby mode, All the settings except for basic settings return software (firmware) updates ( 91) are to the factory preset. downloaded automatically at the time you •...
  • Page 91: 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/ SQT0291...
  • Page 92: Other Operations

    Convenient functions Other operations Media management Disc Protection [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW] Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. [SD] e.g., Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Disc Name Select “Media”, then press [OK]. Disc Protection Delete all titles Select the media, then press [OK].
  • Page 93 • 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 94: Entering Text

    Convenient functions Other operations Create Top Menu Entering text [+RW] Preparation You can create Top Menu for displaying on other • Show the “Enter Title Name” screen, etc. equipment. Select a character, then press [OK]. Make selections from “Top Menu” and “Auto-Play Repeat this step to enter other characters.
  • Page 95: Switching The Aspect Ratio Of The Screen

    Convenient functions Switching the aspect ratio of the HOLD function screen The HOLD function deactivates all buttons on the unit and remote control. When the image does not match the screen size of the TV, you can enlarge the image to fill the Press and hold [OK] and [RETURN screen.
  • Page 96: 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 97: 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”. Press and hold [OK] and •...
  • Page 98 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 99: 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 100: Play

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide 2 Repeatedly press [1] (right) until “03 VL” is The time recorded on the disc and the displayed on the front panel display. available time shown do not add up. 3 Press [OK]. • [DVD-R] [+R] If you record or edit many times, the •...
  • Page 101: Photo

    Troubleshooting TV Guide Photo The TV Guide information is not displayed The contents of the SD card cannot be read. properly. • Remove the card from the slot and then insert • Set the clock correctly. ( 76, 89, Clock) again.
  • Page 102: Viera Link

    - While displaying the Basic Settings menu • This unit does not support “ONE TOUCH PLAY” - While executing functions using a network, function of the Panasonic AV Control Receiver. such as Network Service • You cannot play back simultaneously from two or more items of DLNA compatible equipment.
  • Page 103: Messages On The Front Panel Display

    Troubleshooting UNSUPPORT Messages on the front panel display 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 104: When You Experience Problems With Easy Network Setting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide When you experience problems with Easy Network Setting ( Home Network Connection Check ) Easy Network Setting If there is any problem, the following message is Check the Display following displayed on the screen. 1. LAN cable •...
  • Page 105: Reference

    Reference Specifications Reference Specifications are subject to change without ∫ Video/Audio terminals notice. Analog video input (pin jack): 1 pc. Input level: 1 Vp-p (75 ≠) ∫ General Analog audio L/R input (pin jack): 1 pc. Dimensions: 430 mm (W) Input level: 70 mm (H) Full scale 2.0 Vrms at 1 kHz (>...
  • Page 106 Reference Specifications ∫ Recordable discs ∫ Copying speed from HDD to BD-R in High BD-RE (SL/DL): 1-2X SPEED (Ver. 2.1) Speed Copy BD-R (SL/DL): 1-2X SPEED (Ver. 1.1), HDD (HM, 1 hour) > 6X Speed BD-R 1-4X SPEED (Ver. 1.2), Copying speed: 1-6X SPEED (Ver.
  • Page 107 Reference ∫ SD Card Maximum numbers of titles that can be Compatible media: SD Memory Card § recorded Format: SD Card: only FAT12, FAT16 SDHC Card: only FAT32 3000 titles SDXC Card: only exFAT (When continuously recording for Data that can be played: JPEG, MPO, long durations, titles are AVCHD format, MP4...
  • Page 108 Reference Specifications ∫ MP4 Information for the files other than recorded Playable media: SD Card, USB device programmes MPEG-4 AVC/H.264: Up to High Profile, Level 4.2 ∫ JPEG/MPO Video resolution: Up to 1920k1080 Playable media: HDD, BD-RE (SL/DL), MPEG-4 AAC-LC DVD-RAM, DVD-R (SL/DL), Sampling rate: 8 kHz to 48 kHz...
  • Page 109 Reference ∫ XP, SP, LP, EP modes Recording modes and approximate recording times Recording BD-RE, BD-R Mode Depending on the content being recorded, the (2 TB) Single Dual Layer recording time may become shorter than Layer (50 GB) indicated. (25 GB) ∫...
  • Page 110: Language Code List

    Reference Specifications Language code list Abkhazian: 6566 Lingala: 7678 Lithuanian: 7684 Afar: 6565 Afrikaans: 6570 Macedonian: 7775 Albanian: 8381 Malagasy: 7771 Amharic: 6577 Malay: 7783 Malayalam: 7776 Arabic: 6582 Armenian: 7289 Maltese: 7784 Assamese: 6583 Maori: 7773 Aymara: 6589 Marathi: 7782 Moldavian: 7779...
  • Page 111: 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 112 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 113: 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 114: Index

    Reference Index HDAVI Control ..... 73, 85 Aspect ......84, 95 Audio .
  • Page 115 Reference Recording ......27 USB HDD From external equipment ....69 Cancellation of all USB HDD Timer recording .
  • Page 116 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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