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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions Blu-ray Disc™ Recorder DMR-UBC80 DMR-UBS80 Model No. Getting started Watching broadcasts Recording Playing back video Editing video Copying video Photo and Music Thank you for purchasing this product. Please read these instructions carefully before using this Network product, and save this manual for future use.
  • Page 2: Features

    Features Safety precautions Watch UHD/HDR broadcasts WARNING You can watch UHD/HDR broadcasts. Unit This unit supports HLG, which is one of HDR • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or formats. product damage, - Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, Refer to “Watching broadcasts”.
  • Page 3: Supplied Accessories

    • Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage and may cause a fire. • These operating instructions are applicable to models DMR-UBC80 and DMR-UBS80. The illustrations in these - Do not mix old and new batteries or different Operating Instructions show images of DMR-UBC80 types at the same time.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Features ......2 Safety precautions ....2 Supplied accessories .
  • Page 5: Unit Care

    Unit care Getting started When moving the unit Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is HDD/USB HDD handling care empty. 1 Switch the unit to standby mode. (Wait until • The HDD is a high precision recording “GOOD-BYE” disappears from the display.) instrument and is easily susceptible to damage.
  • Page 6: Main Unit

    Main unit Front        Pull to flip down the front panel. 1 Disc tray Inserting or removing media 2 Display ( ∫ Disc 3 USB port ( DC 5 V 900 mA) • This port supports USB 3.0 Super Speed. 4 Remote control signal sensor Disc •...
  • Page 7 Display          1 Main display section indicator 5 USB port indicator • Messages and other information are 6 Disc indicator displayed. ( 106) 7 Copying indicator 2 Drive (HDD or BD) indicator 8 Remote control signal indicator 3 Recording indicator 9 Timer recording indicator...
  • Page 8: Remote Control

    Remote Control Instructions for operations are generally described using the 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 vice versa 3 Select channels and programme numbers, ...
  • Page 9: Ci (Common Interface) Module

    CI (Common Interface) module Encrypted programmes and broadcasts cannot be viewed with the unit by using standard connections and settings. An appropriate CI module is required to view or record them. You need a CI module, CAM (Conditional Access Module) together with a certified Smart Card, and a subscription with the corresponding broadcaster.
  • Page 10 About CI Plus compatible broadcast Retention limit There are some programmes for which the “CI Plus” is a technical specification that imposes playback will be disabled after a predetermined contents protection, etc. time. (e.g., Permitted playback period is 90 minutes CI Plus contents protection after recording.) When the CI Plus compatible broadcast is...
  • Page 11: Connection

    - Select “HDMI HDR Setting” in “Setup” - Select “On” in “HDMI HDR Setting” 2 If you use a TV not from Panasonic, compatible with 4K and HDR, please refer to the operating instructions of the TV. 3 When you play back a HDR broadcast, programme or disc on a TV without HDR capability, the broadcast, programme or disc can be played back (in non-HDR quality) even if the message appears.
  • Page 12 [UBC80] Antenna connections To the CATV terminal or the Aerial CATV coaxial cable or Aerial cable This unit’s rear panel RF coaxial cable AC mains lead (supplied) (supplied) • Connect only after all other connections are complete. VHF/UHF RF IN Household mains socket (AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz) HDMI cable connection (...
  • Page 13 [UBS80] Antenna connections The following three connection methods are available. Choose a method suited to your environment. A Using a multi switcher: You can record two programmes simultaneously. • Connect both LNB IN 1 and LNB IN 2 to the satellite dish. B Using a single cable router: You can record two programmes simultaneously.
  • Page 14 Enjoying video and audio with a 4K-compatible TV e.g., [UBC80] This unit’s rear panel HDMI cable (18 Gbps) HDMI Enjoying video with a 4K-compatible TV and audio with a 4K-compatible amplifier e.g., [UBC80] HDMI cable HDMI cable (18 Gbps) (18 Gbps) HDMI OUT HDMI IN HDMI IN...
  • Page 15 Enjoying audio with an amplifier connected to the COAXIAL terminal e.g., [UBC80] Coaxial digital cable COAXIAL IN Amplifier/receiver • To enjoy audio with an amplifier connected to the COAXIAL terminal Set “Audio Output” to “Off” in “Advanced Settings”. ( Connecting an amplifier to a 4K-compatible TV 3D or 4K images can be played back when this unit is connected to a 3D or 4K compatible TV.
  • Page 16: Settings

    After you make the LAN cable/Wireless LAN connection, the network setting is needed. Manufacturer and Code No. 20, Easy Network Setting) Manufacturer Code Manufacturer Code Panasonic 01/02/03/04 LAN cable connection NOBLEX AIWA NOKIA 25/26/27/60/61 AKAI 27/30 NORDMENDE...
  • Page 17 2 [DVB-C] [UBC80] Select “Start Auto Setup”, then press Easy Setting [OK]. The tuner in this unit is compatible with digital • Scan Mode Cable broadcast services and digital terrestrial Quick broadcast services. Full • In these operating instructions, • Frequency [DVB-C]: indicates features applicable to digital Auto cable broadcasts (DVB-C).
  • Page 18 When connected to a [UBS80] 4K (50p or 60p)-compatible TV Easy Setting When connected to a 4K (50p or 60p)-compatible TV, you can set the video output format. Turn on the TV, then select the appropriate AV input to suit the connections to this unit. 4K(50p/60p) Output Press [Í] on the remote control or [Í/I] on Start connection check with your 4K TV.
  • Page 19 When selecting “Single Cable System” in • User Band Step 6. You can set C1 to C8. (If you have selected 1 Select the “Single Cable Version”. “Single Cable 2.0 (JESS)”, a value from C1 to C32 can be set.) Set to a User Band not Single Cable Version used by any other device.
  • Page 20 Then follow the on-screen instructions and apply Easy Network Setting the settings. After completing “Easy Setting”, you can continue Search for wireless network: with “Easy Network Setting”. The available wireless networks will be displayed. Follow the on-screen instructions to establish Select your network name and press [OK].
  • Page 21 To restart Easy Network Setting • Refer to the operating instructions of the hub or router. 1 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. ( • If you set “Home Network function” or “TV Anywhere” to 2 Select “Basic Settings” in “Setup”, then press “On”, the setting for “Quick Start”...
  • Page 22: Hdd And Media Information

    HDD and media information For more details, refer also to the specifications. ( 108) Recordable/playable contents (–: Impossible) Media type Standard symbol Recordable contents Playable contents • Video • JPEG • DSD • AVCHD/AVCHD 3D • MPO • FLAC Built-in hard disk drive [HDD] •...
  • Page 23 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, add, or edit depending on the device.
  • Page 24 Information about contents About extension of files ∫ Broadcast Recordings Example of file File format Numbers of programmes that can be extension recorded: “.mkv” Maximum (Subtitle text files) Media (Compression methods programmes “.srt” Video: H.264, HEVC 3000 “.sub” Audio: AAC, PCM, Vorbis, FLAC) BD-RE, BD-R “.txt”...
  • Page 25 Recording mode (Picture Quality) Picture Quality HG/HX/HE/HL/HM XP/SP/LP/FR §1 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 High definition volume in Standard definition (SD) quality.
  • Page 26 • Regarding 8 cm Disc Notes for the disc This unit cannot record or edit the 8 cm disc. • Region management information Only playback or copy to the HDD is possible. The unit can play back BD-Video/DVD-Video • Discs that cannot be played discs of the following regions codes, including - DVD-RAM in a cartridge “ALL”:...
  • Page 27: Function Menu Screen

    FUNCTION MENU FUNCTION MENU list screen • Keyword Recording ( You can easily access the desired functions, such • TV Guide ( as playback, timer recording, the unit’s settings • Timer Recording ( etc. via the FUNCTION MENU. • Network Service ( Press [FUNCTION MENU].
  • Page 28: Watching Broadcasts

    Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts Watching UHD/HDR broadcasts You can watch UHD/HDR broadcasts with this unit. Preparation UHD (4K) broadcasts and channels are indicated To watch HLG broadcasts in their original picture by the “UHDTV” or “UHD” icon. quality, connect the unit to an HLG-compatible TV.
  • Page 29 Using channel information To show subtitle While watching a programme When “ ” appears in channel information Press [STATUS Press [STTL Channel information appears. • Press again to hide subtitle.  e.g., To change subtitle language 1 Press [OPTION]. 10:30 NEWS UHDTV 9:00 - 11:00...
  • Page 30 To listen to the Audio Description To use data service (Catch Up TV) To use the data service function (Catch Up Audio Description adds an additional soundtrack to describe events on screen (narration) and aids Service), network connection and settings are necessary.
  • Page 31 Using Channel List Using TV Guide You can select from the list of channel names. Press [GUIDE]. Press [OK]. e.g. Landscape view UHD channel Landscape TV Guide TUE 03.01.2017 8:05 Category: All DVB Channels 8:00 - 9:45 TUE 03.01 8:00 8:30 9:00 9:30...
  • Page 32 REWIND LIVE TV/PAUSE LIVE TV • Temporary save stops in the following cases: This unit temporarily saves a live TV programme - When switching to other channels or other screen you are watching with this unit’s tuner on HDD. - When the unit has started recording using all tuners - When performing PAUSE LIVE TV or REWIND LIVE TV REWIND LIVE TV for more than 8 hours (This may vary depending on the...
  • Page 33: Recording

    Recording TV Recording programmes • If a timer recording reaches its start time when all tuners are being used for recording, the recording (OTR) of one of the programmes terminates. • Data service will not be recorded. • Following contents or media cannot be played back while recording.
  • Page 34 To set the recording time • Programmes in the original picture quality (DR mode) will 1 Select “Recording Time” or “Continuous be deleted after their recording mode (picture quality) is recording” in step 3 ( 33). changed. Recording Time: • It takes about the same amount of time as recording to You can set the length of recording time from change the recording mode (picture quality).
  • Page 35 When recording two programmes: Notes for recording of an encrypted Following screen appears broadcast This unit allows you to record/view/play an Stop Recording encrypted programme by decryption using a 2 recordings are in progress. supporting CI module. Which recording would you like to stop ? Recording of encrypted broadcast The recording of encrypted broadcasts differs according to the “Recording for Encrypted...
  • Page 36 2 encrypted programmes simultaneous Encrypted programmes recording/viewing/playing Programmes recorded in encrypted form ( Two programmes (e.g., “A” and “B”) which need have the following restrictions: the same CI module for decryption will be - The encrypted programme can be played back, recorded/viewed/played as follows: but it does not mean that it is decrypted and saved in the decrypted form.
  • Page 37: Timer Recording

    Timer recording To edit the timer recording on the TV Guide screen 1 Select the programme to edit, then press the red button. 2 Select “Timer Rec Edit”, then press [OK]. • You can enter up to 32 programmes within a month in advance.
  • Page 38 To use Signal Supported Recording Manually programming timer recording The recording’s start and stop times can be controlled by the broadcaster, e.g. delayed start. Press [PROG/CHECK]. • To use this function, set “Signal Supported” to “ON”. ( TUE 03.01.2017 8:05 Timer Recording Time Remaining HD 154:04 / UHD 77:02 DR...
  • Page 39 Timer recording options Timer recording from channel information Select the items and change the settings. You can make timer recording of the current or e.g., [UBC80] next programme. TUE 03.01.2017 8:05 Timer Recording Time Remaining HD 154:04 / UHD 77:02 DR While watching a programme Signal Supported : OFF Channel...
  • Page 40 Notes on timer recording To confirm and edit a timer programme • When the recording mode (picture quality) of a programme recorded in DR mode is changed, Press [PROG/CHECK]. teletext recorded with the programme will be e.g., lost. TUE 03.01.2017 8:05 Timer Recording •...
  • Page 41: Keyword Recording

    Keyword Recording Screen icons Red: Timer recording standby is activated. Grey: Timer recording standby is The unit can find programmes that include deactivated. specified keywords from programme names and programme information on TV Guide, and record Currently recording programme (Red) the programmes automatically.
  • Page 42 Recording Settings: Keyword Recording conditions Recording Mode (Picture Quality) Search Conditions: Refer to step on page 33, “Recording TV Keyword 1-16 programmes”. Input the keyword to be registered. Subtitle • Refer to “Entering text”. ( You can choose whether or not to record the •...
  • Page 43 Automatic deletion of Keyword Recording To search programmes matched with any of the registered keywords By default, when the HDD capacity is low, the unit automatically deletes programmes recorded with Press the yellow button. Keyword Recording, starting from the one with the oldest recording date.
  • Page 44: Using The External Hdd (Usb Hdd)

    Using the external Registering the USB HDD HDD (USB HDD) • If the registering screen appears when connecting the USB HDD, go to step 5. § Press [FUNCTION MENU]. “For recorded programmes ( 25)” only § Select “Basic Settings” in “Setup”, then press If you intend to move recorded programmes to a [OK].
  • Page 45: Playing Back Video

    Playing programmes Playing Video Menu screen back video on the HDD e.g.,     § Video Menu Grouped Programmes Time Remaining HD 154:04 / UHD 77:02 (DR) Keyword Record Not Viewed Movie Social/Economic AVCHD “For recorded programmes ( 25)”...
  • Page 46 • Encrypted programme Screen icons • Programme has failed to be decrypted. Currently recording programme (Red) - Press [STATUS ] to show the reason of the failure. Protected programme Programme cannot be played back, • Programme was not recorded due edited (except deleting) or copied.
  • Page 47 Editing the grouped programmes You can quickly find the recorded programmes by 1 Select the programme or the group, then press selecting the tab. the yellow button. • A check mark is displayed. Repeat this step. • Press the yellow button again to cancel. To select the tab 2 Press [OPTION].
  • Page 48 Video list screen Playing Keyword Recording programmes e.g., Select “Keyword Record” tab. Video Menu \ Video \ Video Menu Parent Folder Time Remaining HD 154:04 / UHD 77:02 (DR) Folder 01 Keyword Record Not Viewed Movie Social/Economic AVCHD Programme will be deleted if not enough space on HDD. Press OPTION to change. Folder 02 1: World Cup video01.mpeg...
  • Page 49: Playing Contents On The Media

    Playing contents on Menu screen the media Selecting screen for each operation is displayed when the media is inserted, and you can access the operation screen easily. § e.g., [USB] USB Device Play / Copy Video “For data files ( 25)”...
  • Page 50: Operation During Play

    Operation during play Video Menu screen e.g., [BD-RE] Video Menu All Programmes BD-RE Time Remaining 10:30 (DR) Channel Date Programme Name Dogs and Cats 29.10 22:46 Duration 0:10(HM) 04.10 Birds 04.10 World news 29.10 Football • Discs continue to rotate while menus are displayed. Press [∫] when you have finished playback to protect the unit’s motor, your TV screen, etc.
  • Page 51 Stop Pause Press [∫]. Press [;]. • Press [1 a1.3] to restart play. Resume play function Press [1 a1.3] to restart from the stopped Slow-motion position. While paused, press [6] or [5]. • Press [1 a1.3] to restart play. • Discs: Only previous stopped position is memorised. The position may be cleared if the tray is opened or the unit is switched to standby mode.
  • Page 52 To display menu Switching subtitles [HDD] [USB_HDD] (For recorded [BD-V] [DVD-V] programmes, 1 Press [OPTION]. [BD-RE] [BD-R] 2 Select “Playback Menu”, then press [OK]. 3 Select “Top Menu”, “Pop-up Menu” or “Menu”, 1 Press [STTL then press [OK]. 2 Press [OK]. 3 Select “On”...
  • Page 53 Enjoying Ultra HD Blu-ray Preparatory 3D settings You can enjoy the playback of Ultra HD Blu-ray 3D BD-Video Playback discs with this unit. It is also possible to play back 3D discs in 2D (conventional video). ( Preparation 3D AVCHD Output •...
  • Page 54: 4K Networking

    4K Networking Playback menu You can save 4K videos/photos recorded with A variety of playback operations and settings can digital cameras and other 4K-compatible devices be performed from this menu. to the HDD of this unit and play them back. Available options differ depending on the playing contents and the condition of the unit.
  • Page 55 Basic Operation Picture Settings Soundtrack § Show or change the soundtrack. Picture Settings Set 1 Set 1 Multi Audio Picture Type ture Type Normal Norma Norma Norma Normal During BD-Video playback, Sharpness Adjustment arpness Adjustment Switch in the case of multiple audio. these icons switch to the Noise Reduction se Reduction...
  • Page 56 24p / 25p Conversion Sound Settings Plays back videos with film-like motion. Sound Effects • This function is available on the following • This function is effective when “Digital Audio conditions: Output” is set to “PCM”. ( - “Video Format” set to “Automatic”, “4K”, Night Surround “1080i”...
  • Page 57: Deleting/Editing Programmes

    Deleting/Editing Editing video Editing recorded programmes programmes • If the programme is contents protected, you may not perform editing other than deleting. ( Once deleted, divided or partially deleted, content cannot be restored to its original On the Video Menu screen: state.
  • Page 58 Partial deleting Picture Quality Change [HDD] [USB_HDD] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [HDD] [USB_HDD] The Picture Quality Change function changes the 1 Select “Partial Delete” in “Edit”, then press recording mode of programmes in DR mode or [OK]. AVCHD format. Programmes will be smaller in 2 Press [OK] at the start point and end point to size after their recording mode is changed.
  • Page 59 To check to see if a picture quality change is • If an encrypted programme ( ) is finished included, “Now” cannot be selected. Press [VIDEO MENU]. • During standby e.g., A picture quality change starts after the unit is switched to standby mode. Channel Date Prigramme Name...
  • Page 60 To cancel the decryption • The maximum number of chapters: Press and hold [RETURN ] for more than (Depends on the state of recording.) 3 seconds. [HDD] [USB_HDD]: Approx. 1000 per programme [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM]: Approx. 1000 per disc • [HDD] [USB_HDD] When the programme has the maximum •...
  • Page 61: Copying Programmes

    Copying programmes Copying video • Encrypted programmes ( ) cannot be copied. ( • Simultaneous operation is not possible while copying with §1, 2, 3 finalising or creating Top Menu. • You cannot copy the following programmes. - [USB_HDD] Protected programmes - [USB_HDD] HD Video (AVCHD) •...
  • Page 62 2 To change the selected programmes: • Audio Description Select the programme, then press the yellow Automatic: button. Audio Description will be recorded if they are Repeat this step to select programmes. included in the programme. To change the picture quality: •...
  • Page 63 Register programmes for copy. Copying programmes with copying list 1 Select “Create List”, then press [1] (right). ,. [USB_HDD] [HDD] 2 Select “New item”, then press [OK]. [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [DVD-R] > [HDD] 3 Select the programme, then press the [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW] yellow button.
  • Page 64 3 Select the item below, then press [OK]. Make other settings. Delete All: 1 Select “Other Settings”, then press [1] (right). All programmes that you registered to copy are deleted. e.g., Add: Copy Add new items to the copying list. Cancel All Subtitles Copy Direction...
  • Page 65 Notes for copying Copy (Change Picture Quality) The unit changes the picture quality of a Copy (Keep Picture Quality) programme while copying it. Copying will take about the same amount of time as the actual The unit copies a programme while maintaining recording time.
  • Page 66 Copying a finalised disc Copying Programme Playing [DVD-V] > [HDD] [HDD] > [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] While playing a disc, the content being played is [+RW] copied to the HDD according to the set time. Play back the programme to copy. •...
  • Page 67 Refer to “Screen icons”. ( - 1080/50p or 1080/60p - Without the AVCHD information (video recorded with certain non-Panasonic equipment, video copied to the HDD after copying it to BD-R or BD-RE once, etc.) • All files in the folder will be copied.
  • Page 68: Photo

    Photo Photo and Music Photo play option §1 §2 While displaying a photo: Press [OPTION]. Select the item below, then press [OK]. Graphic Display Level “For data files ( 25)” only (JPEG, MPO) §1 You can change the 3D position of the [RAM] [DVD-R] [+R] only §2 screen display, etc., during the 3D photo...
  • Page 69 Photo Menu screen Slideshow settings e.g., [HDD] On the Photo Menu screen: Press the green button. Photo Menu Slideshow Start Slideshow 03.01.2012 29.10.2012 Interval Normal 25.02.2013 Transition Effect Fade 15.03.2013 Repeat Play Music Selection No background music Background Music No List Page 0002/0002 Page Up...
  • Page 70 Editing photos Selecting and copying the photos [HDD] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [BD-RE] [BD-R] > [HDD] [RAM] On the Photo Menu screen: To edit the folder: [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] > [HDD] Select the folder. [DVD-R] [+R] [CD] [HDD] [BD-RE] [BD-R] To edit the photo: >...
  • Page 71: Music

    Music Copying automatically §2 §1 [USB_HDD] [BD-RE] [BD-R] > [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [+R] [CD] [USB] “For data files ( 25)” only §1 [DVD-R] [+R] only §2 Newly added photos will automatically be copied to the HDD. Playing music CD (CD-DA) Insert the media.
  • Page 72 Screen icons Copying music [USB] > [HDD] [USB_HDD] [DVD-R] [+R] [CD] § Folder Except [CD] (CD-DA) § Music On the music list screen: Move to the parent folder Select the file or folder. e.g., Playing music file on the HDD Music Menu \ Music \ Press [FUNCTION MENU].
  • Page 73: Network Service

    Network Network Service allows you to access some Operations such as the ones below can be specific websites supported by Panasonic, and performed from anywhere with a smartphone or enjoy Internet contents such as photos, videos, tablet installed with Media Center App.
  • Page 74: Dvb-Via-Ip Server Function (Tv>Ip)

    DVB-via-IP Server Preparation Function (TV>IP) • Perform network connection and settings. 16, 20) • Set “DVB-via-IP Server” to “On”. ( The DVB-via-IP Server Function allows you to stream TV broadcasts to a compatible device in To watch TV broadcasts on a DVB-via-IP the same network.
  • Page 75: Home Networking (Dlna)

    Home Networking Using this unit as Server (DLNA) You can watch broadcasts received by this unit (Multiroom TV Streaming), videos and photos Home Networking (DLNA) allows you to watch the saved on HDD of this unit on DLNA (Client) contents and broadcasts on Server equipment compatible equipment.
  • Page 76 .jpg playback starts. .mpo §1, 2 • Press [OK] if the Control Panel is not Only when the server is another Panasonic §1 displayed. (It may not be displayed Blu-ray Disc Recorder, etc. depending on the conditions of use.) 2D playback only.
  • Page 77 Using this unit as Media Renderer Using Home Networking (DLNA) with Wi-Fi Direct ® This unit works as Media Renderer, which allows you to play back the contents on DLNA Server by Wi-Fi Direct is a standard that enables wireless operating a Digital Media Controller (a LAN devices to communicate each other directly smartphone, etc.).
  • Page 78 When no devices are found Using Miracast ® You can enjoy the content you are viewing on a Wi-Fi Direct Connection Miracast-compatible smartphone, etc. on the big Device not found. screen of your TV. To connect with a Wi-Fi Direct compatible device, please check connection mode of pairing device and •...
  • Page 79: With Other Equipment

    Copying the HD Video With Other Equipment Press [OK]. (AVCHD) Select “Start”, then press [OK]. It will automatically format the unformatted disc, such as a new disc. • It may take time for the copying to start. § To stop copying video camera, etc.
  • Page 80: Other Functions

    You can operate this unit using the TV remote VIERA Link is a convenient function which will link control. the operations of this unit and a Panasonic TV Refer to the operating instructions of the TV about (VIERA) or an amplifier/receiver. You can use this the buttons that you can use.
  • Page 81: Software (Firmware) Update

    • You can also download the latest software (firmware) from lead while the update is in progress may the following website. damage the unit. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ Update software (firmware) of this unit CI Plus compatible CAM software Software of this unit can be updated automatically (firmware) update by the following methods at the specified time.
  • Page 82: Other Operations

    Other operations Disc Protection [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] Media management Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. e.g., [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW] Disc Name Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Disc Protection Delete all programmes Select “Media”, then press [OK]. • To release the protection Repeat the same steps.
  • Page 83 • 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 84 Create Top Menu Entering text [+RW] Preparation You can create Top Menu for displaying on other • Show the “Enter Programme 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. Select”...
  • Page 85: Basic Settings

    Basic Settings Setup [UBC80] DVB Tuning You can change the unit’s settings of DVB Tuning, Favourites Edit Sound, Display, Connection, Network etc. in the You can create four favourites of channels for menu. making viewing and recording easier. After editing as follows, save the Favourites. Press [FUNCTION MENU].
  • Page 86 [DVB-C] Settings for DVB-C Channels Auto Setup [DVB-T] [DVB-T2] Settings for DVB-T Channels You can restart the Auto Setup. ( 1 Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. Channel List • If the country selection screen appears: You can edit the channel list. Select the country, then press [OK].
  • Page 87 Update Channel List Parental Rating You can update the channel list to the latest Set a ratings level to limit broadcast viewing and playback. one. • Follow the on-screen instructions. Signal Condition Preferred Language You can check the quality and strength of Select the language for multi broadcast.
  • Page 88 [UBS80] DVB Tuning Update Channel List You can update the channel list to the latest Favourites Edit ( one. 1 Select the method and settings. Auto Setup Search Mode You can restart the Auto Setup. ( • Free Channels 1 Select the Auto Setup method, then press •...
  • Page 89 HDD / Disc / USB HDD Signal Condition You can check the quality and strength of Settings for Playback signals. • Press [2, 1] to select the tuner. 3D BD-Video Playback • Press [CH W X] to select the channel. Select the playback method of 3D compatible video software.
  • Page 90 Pure Sound mode Aspect for Recording You can enjoy movies or music in an Sets the aspect ratio when recording or environment more suitable for viewing by copying except in DR mode. stopping the rotation of the HDD when playing •...
  • Page 91 Picture Delete all photos Delete all photos on the built-in HDD. Still Mode Delete all music Select the type of picture shown when you pause play. Delete all Music on the built-in HDD. • Field: Format HDD Select if jittering occurs when “Automatic” is Formatting deletes all contents on the selected.
  • Page 92 Digital Audio Output • To enjoy BD-Video that supports DTS:X Dolby Atmos PCM Down Conversion Connect this unit to an AV amplifier or similar device that Select how to output audio with a sampling supports it with an HDMI cable, and select the following frequency of 96 kHz.
  • Page 93 4K(50p/60p) Output Connection This unit automatically chooses to output images in 4K (50p/60p) when connected to a 3D Settings 4K (50p or 60p) compatible TV. • This item is available only when “Video 3D AVCHD Output Format” is set to “Automatic” and “4K”. If 2D AVCHD video is recognised as 3D video •...
  • Page 94 Network HDR (High Dynamic Range) Output Output images in HDR (High Dynamic Easy Network Setting Range) format depending on the content and connected TV. Press [OK] to start Easy Network Setting. ( HLG / PQ Conversion Network Settings Set whether or not to convert HDR (High Dynamic Range) videos in HLG format to LAN Connection Mode PQ format before outputting them when...
  • Page 95 Network Service Settings Home Network Settings You can set the DLNA (Server) function. Second Screen Browsing When this function is set to “On”, you can enjoy the content you are viewing on a Home Network function Network Service application of You can switch between enable/disable of smartphone, etc.
  • Page 96 Resolution Setting for DLNA DVB-via-IP Server Function When “Conversion Setting for DLNA” is set DVB-via-IP Server to “On”, select the image quality. Turn on/off the DVB-via-IP Server function. Registration type for remote devices • If “On” is selected, the setting for “Quick •...
  • Page 97 “On”, the setting for this function is fixed to “On”. client Panasonic recorder to the network • If “Off” or “Timer Setting for Quick Start” is selected, the setting for “Front Panel Display” in “Display” is fixed to using this unit as a server.)
  • Page 98 Software Update in Standby and the remote control if you place other When you set this unit to standby mode, Panasonic products close together. software (firmware) updates ( 81) are • Use “Set Code 1”, the factory set code, under downloaded automatically at the time you normal circumstances.
  • Page 99: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting guide Cannot eject a disc. Reference 1 Press and hold [Í/I] on the main unit for at Before requesting service, make the following least 3 seconds when it is turned off. checks. If the problem still persists, consult 2 Press and hold [OK], the yellow button and the your dealer for instructions.
  • Page 100 The images do not appear on the TV. TV screen and video The picture is distorted during play, or video is not played correctly. Screen size is wrong. • Check the connections. ( 11, 13) • Adjust the aspect ratio setting on TV. •...
  • Page 101 Video is not output in 4K or high-definition. Cannot play back videos on the USB device smoothly. • Confirm that “Video Format” in the Setup menu is set properly. ( • Use the port on the front side of this unit, which supports USB 3.0.
  • Page 102 An unusually loud sound is coming from the Recording, timer recording and rotating disc. copying • If you want copy to perform more quietly, select “Normal ( Silent )” in “Disc Speed for Copy”. Cannot record. Cannot copy. The time recorded on the disc and the •...
  • Page 103 Play Edit Cannot play back. Cannot edit. • The disc is dirty. ( • You may not be able to edit on the HDD if there is no available space. Delete any unwanted • The disc is scratched or marked. programmes to create empty space.
  • Page 104 TV Guide [UBC80] Major channels and favourite channels are not The TV Guide information is not displayed displayed on the top part of the channel list. properly. • [DVB-C] To change channel allocation, restart • Set the clock correctly. ( 98, Clock) Auto Setup in Basic Settings menu and change •...
  • Page 105 You cannot play contents properly from DLNA When using Wireless LAN connection, video compatible equipment on the network. from the DLNA Certified media server is not played back or video frames are dropped • There may be some video that cannot be played during playback.
  • Page 106 Messages on the front panel display PROGRAMME FULL • There are already 32 timer programmes. Delete The following messages or service numbers unnecessary timer programmes. ( appear on the front panel display when something • You are trying to divide a programme when the unusual is detected.
  • Page 107 The unit is hot. The unit switches to standby for safety reasons. Wait for about 30 minutes until the message disappears. Install or place this unit with good ventilation. (When a disc is not inserted) A malfunction has occurred. The unit is trying to restore to the normal operation.
  • Page 108: Specifications

    Specifications ∫ TV system [UBC80] Tuner System: DVB-C/DVB-T/DVB-T2 Specifications are subject to change without notice. Country: Germany, Austria, Switzerland ∫ General Dimensions: 430 mm (W) Channel coverage: VHF: 5 - 12 62 mm (H) UHF: 21 - 69 (including the projecting parts) CATV:S1 - S20 (M1 - U10) 7 MHz Band 210 mm (D) D051 - D073...
  • Page 109 ∫ LASER specification ∫ HG, HX, HE, HL, HM modes Class 1 LASER Product Recording BD-RE, BD-R Wave length: 405 nm (BDs) Mode (1 TB) Single Dual 661 nm (DVDs) (picture 783 nm (CDs) Layer Layer quality) Laser power: (25 GB) (50 GB) No hazardous radiation is emitted with 157 hours...
  • Page 110 Language code list Audio information The audio output differs depending on which Lingala: 7678 Abkhazian: 6566 terminals are connected to the amplifier/receiver, Afar: 6565 Lithuanian: 7684 and the setting on this unit. ( 92, Digital Audio Afrikaans: 6570 Macedonian: 7775 Output) Albanian: 8381...
  • Page 111 • It may take some time to show the data service. rights in that content. Panasonic has no • Some functions of the data service may be authority to and does not grant you that deactivated during recording.
  • Page 112: Licenses

    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 113 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 114: Index

    Index Easy setting ..... . . 17, 18 Entering text ......84 Audio .
  • Page 115 PAUSE LIVE TV ..... . . 32 Timer recording ..... . . 37 Photo .
  • Page 116 Directive for the chemical involved. [After 13 June, 2017] Declaration of Conformity (DoC) Hereby, “Panasonic Corporation” declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. Customers can download a copy of the original DoC to our RE...

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