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• This Blu-ray Disc Recorder is for viewing and recording free to view channels only. It does not
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Operating Instructions
DMR-BWT740
Model No.
87) or
SQT0137
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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
- 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 Safety precautions ..... .2 Editing video Supplied accessories ....3 Deleting/Editing recorded titles . -
Page 5: Getting Started
Convenient functions About descriptions in these operating instructions VIERA Link functions....69 • Pages to be referred to are indicated as “ Playback menu . -
Page 6: Hdd And Media Information
Getting started HDD and media information Getting started For more details, refer also to the specifications. ( 101) 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.
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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...
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Page 11: Unit Care
Getting started Unit care HDD/USB HDD handling care When moving the unit Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is • The HDD is a high precision device 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 ( 33, 38) : Show OPTION menu ( 40, 54, 59) ; Colour buttons (Use in accordance with ... - Page 13 Getting started Display Main unit Pull to flip down the 6 Recording indicator front panel. • The indicator will light up while recording. • The indicator will blink while recording is 1 Open/close disc tray paused and before recording starts. 2 Standby/on switch (Í/I) 7 Remote control signal sensor Press to switch the unit from on to standby...
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Page 14: Connection
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 HDMI cable. When outputting 1080p signal or 24p (4K) signal, please use HDMI Cables 5.0 meters or less. -
Page 15: Amplifier/Receiver Connections
Getting started When the unit is not to be used for a long Amplifier/receiver connections time To save power, unplug it from the household HDMI terminal mains socket. This unit consumes a small amount of power, even when the unit is in 3D programmes can be played back when standby mode. - Page 16 Getting started Connection ∫ Amplifier/receiver not compatible with 3D DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal 3D programmes can be played back when Amplifier/receiver this unit is connected to a 3D compatible OPTICAL IN • This connection only supports up to 5.1ch. Optical digital audio cable Amplifier/receiver HDMI IN (ARC compatible)
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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”. ( 100) function” to “On”, the setting for “Quick Start” is fixed to “On”.
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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 • Media etc. via the FUNCTION MENU. - Disc Press [FUNCTION MENU]. - SD Card - USB device FUNCTION MENU Media 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. 71:20 DR TV Guide TUE 01.01.2013 8:05 AM Category: All Digital Channels 8:00 AM - 9:45 AM TUE 01.01 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 8:05 AM 9:35 AM To hide the display information 8:50 AM Press [EXIT ...
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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 will only record 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 again to restart recording. Press [STATUS (A title is not split into separate titles.) e.g., While recording two 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 • This operation will only record to built-in HDD. the red button. • This unit can record two programmes being 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 01.01.2013 8:05 AM Timer Recording 30:24 DR TUE 01.01.2013 8:05 AM Channel Name Schedule Space Mode... -
Page 31: Timer Recording From Channel Information
This unit PC, Smartphone, BD-Video, DVD-Video or music CD. ( etc. For details, please check the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ (This site is in English only.) Preparation • Network connection ( 17, 20) • 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 01.01.2013 8:05 AM Space Channel Name Schedule Mode A part or all of the programme will not be... -
Page 33: Playing Back Video
Playing back video Playing titles on the HDD Playing back video DIRECT NAVIGATOR (VIDEO) § screen “For recorded titles ( 9)” only § Screen icons Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Currently recording programme Select “Video” in “Contents on HDD”, Protected title then press [OK]. Title was not recorded due to e.g., recording protection... - Page 34 Playing back video Playing titles on the HDD Showing Information Changing the group name 1 Select the group, then press [OPTION]. Select the title, then press [STATUS 2 Select “Edit”, then press [OK]. Switching the appearance 3 Select “Enter Title Name”, then press [OK]. 4 Refer to “Entering text”.
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Page 35: 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 § Insert the media. -
Page 36: 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 37: 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 38 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].
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Page 39: 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 40: 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 41 Editing video Deleting Dividing title 1 Select “Delete Title”, then press [OK]. [HDD] [USB_HDD] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] 1 Select “Divide Title” in “Edit”, then press [OK]. 2 Select “Delete”, then press [OK]. 2 Press [OK] at the point to divide the title. Entering title name •...
- Page 42 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 43 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].
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Page 44: 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 45 Copying video To change the selection Setting the copying options 1 Select “No”, then press [OK] in step 7 ( 44). 1 Select the item in step 8 ( 44). 2 Press [2, 1] to change the settings. e.g., [HDD] > [BD-RE] •...
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Page 46: 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 47 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 48 Copying video Copying titles Editing the copying list Screen icons 1 Select the title after step 4-4 ( 47). 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...
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Page 49: 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 50: 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 51: 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 52: 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. ( 104) “For data files ( 9)”... -
Page 53: 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 Aspect Start Slideshow You can switch the screen mode. ( Interval Normal Transition Effect... -
Page 54: Editing Photos
Photo and Music Editing photos §1 §2 Select the item, then press [OK]. Enter Folder Name [BD-RE] only Refer to “Entering text”. ( §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 55: 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 56: 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 57: 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 Total Tracks 53 30 tracks). -
Page 58: 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 59: 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 Total Tracks 53 Select “Delete”, then press [OK]. -
Page 60: Network
For details regarding the connection and and the operating instructions for each item of operation of equipment connected via a network, equipment. refer to their respective operating instructions. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ DLNA function compatible software should be § (This site is in English only.) installed. -
Page 61: Using This Unit As Client
® • Convenient functions can be used by Vorbis pressing [OPTION] depending on the FLAC contents. Only when the server is another Panasonic §1 • Control Panel Blu-ray Disc Recorder, etc. Control Panel is displayed once the playback starts. Photo... -
Page 62: 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 will work as Media Renderer, which • Items displayed in grey on the display cannot be played allows you to play back the contents on DLNA back by this unit. -
Page 63: 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 64: 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 65: 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 66: 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 67: 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 68: 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 69: 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 70: 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 71 Convenient functions Sound Settings Picture Settings Sound Effects Picture Type • This function is effective when “Digital Audio Select the picture quality mode. Output” is set to “PCM”. ( Sharpness Adjustment Re-master 1/Re-master 2 Adjusts the sharpness of images. The greater Sound becomes more natural by adding the value is, the sharper images will be.
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Page 72: 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 73 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 (...
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Page 74: 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 75: 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 76 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 77 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...
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Page 78: 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 79: Display
Convenient functions Audio Delay Display Mis-sync between the video and audio is corrected by delaying the audio output. On-Screen Information Select the time until the channel information Audio Type for Digital Broadcast screen ( 24) disappears automatically. If the programme has more than one track (Dolby Digital, MPEG, etc.), you can set priorities. -
Page 80: 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 81: 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. ( Contents Type Flag Network Settings If “Automatic” is selected, the optimal method LAN Connection Mode of playback depending on the TV (e.g. - Page 82 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 83 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.
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Page 84: 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 85 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 86 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 ( 87) are to the factory preset. downloaded automatically at the time you •...
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Page 87: 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/ SQT0137... -
Page 88: 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 89 • 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.
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Page 90: 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 91: 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 92: 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 93: Displays
Troubleshooting The remote control does not work. TV screen and video • The remote control and main unit are using Screen size is wrong. different codes. Change the code on the remote control. • Check the “TV Aspect” or “Aspect for 4:3 Video”. Press and hold [OK] and •... - Page 94 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 will not play correctly. the following settings: •...
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Page 95: 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 96: Play
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide The time recorded on the disc and the Image for the Quick View is not smooth. available time shown do not add up. • Image may not be played back smoothly in case • [DVD-R] [+R] If you record or edit many times, the of high definition titles. -
Page 97: 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. ( 72, 85, Clock) again. -
Page 98: 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 99: Messages On The Unit's Display
Troubleshooting UNSUPPORT Messages on the unit’s display The media is not supported. The following messages or service numbers appear on the unit’s display when something unusual is detected. UPD / (“∑” stands for a number.) The software (firmware) is being updated. You cannot (“∑”... -
Page 100: 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 101: 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: 59 mm (H) Full scale 2.0 Vrms at 1 kHz (>... - Page 102 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 103 Reference ∫ SD Card Maximum numbers of titles that can be Compatible media: SD Memory Card § recorded Format: SD Card: only FAT12, FAT16 999 titles SDHC Card: only FAT32 SDXC Card: only exFAT (When continuously recording for Data that can be played: JPEG, MPO, long durations, titles are AVCHD format, MPEG2, MP4...
- Page 104 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, DVD-R DL, Sampling rate: 8 kHz to 48 kHz...
- Page 105 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 (500 GB) Single Dual Layer recording time may become shorter than Layer (50 GB) indicated. (25 GB) ∫...
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Page 106: Language Code List
Reference Specifications Language code list Lingala: 7678 Abkhazian: 6566 Afar: 6565 Lithuanian: 7684 Afrikaans: 6570 Macedonian: 7775 Albanian: 8381 Malagasy: 7771 Malay: 7783 Amharic: 6577 Arabic: 6582 Malayalam: 7776 Armenian: 7289 Maltese: 7784 Assamese: 6583 Maori: 7773 Marathi: 7782 Aymara: 6589 Azerbaijani: 6590... -
Page 107: Licenses
Reference Licenses “AVCHD”, “AVCHD 3D”, “AVCHD Progressive” and “AVCHD 3D/Progressive” are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. Copyright 2004-2013 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 108 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...
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Page 109: 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 110: Index
Reference Index Aspect ......80, 91 Favourites ......74 Audio . - Page 111 Reference Quick Start ......84 USB HDD Cancellation of all USB HDD Registrations ..77 Disconnection .
- Page 112 The recording and playback of content on this or any other device may require permission from the owner of the copyright or other such rights in that content. Panasonic has no authority to and does not grant you that permission and explicitly disclaims any right, ability or intention to obtain such permission on your behalf.