Panasonic Diga DMR-PWT635, Diga DMR-PWT530 Operating Instructions Manual

Operating Instructions

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Blu-ray Disc™ Player / HDD Recorder

Model No. DMR-PWT635

DMR-PWT530

Thank you for purchasing this product.
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.

• This Blu-ray Disc Player / HDD Recorder is for viewing and recording free to view channels
only. It does not receive pay TV or encrypted channels.

Region management information

BD-Video: This unit can play BD-Video discs

supporting the region code “B”.

e.g., e.g.,

DVD-Video:

This unit can play DVD-Video discs
supporting the region number “4”
or “ALL”.

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Safety precautions

WARNING

Unit

• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or
product damage,

- Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture,

dripping or splashing.

- Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as

vases, on this unit.

- Use only the recommended accessories.

- Do not remove covers.

- Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer

servicing to qualified service personnel.

- Do not let metal objects fall inside this unit.

- Do not place heavy items on this unit.

AC mains lead

• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or
product damage,

- Ensure that the power supply voltage

corresponds to the voltage printed on this unit.

- Insert the mains plug fully into the socket

outlet.

- Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the

lead.

- Do not handle the plug with wet hands.

- Hold onto the mains plug body when

disconnecting the plug.

- Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket

outlet.

• The mains plug is the disconnecting device.
Install this unit so that the mains plug can be
unplugged from the socket outlet immediately.

CAUTION

Unit

• This unit utilizes a laser. Use of controls or
adjustments or performance of procedures other
than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.

• Do not place sources of naked flames, such as
lighted candles, on this unit.

• This unit may receive radio interference caused
by mobile telephones during use. If such
interference occurs, please increase separation
between this unit and the mobile telephone.

• This unit is intended for use in moderate
climates.

Placement

• Place this unit on an even surface.

• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or
product damage,

- Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase,

built-in cabinet or in another confined space.
Ensure this unit is well ventilated.

- Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings

with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, and
similar items.

- Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight, high

temperatures, high humidity, and excessive
vibration.

Small object

• Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children
to prevent swallowing.

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Batteries

CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT

(Inside of product)

• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the type
recommended by the manufacturer.

• Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte
leakage and may cause a fire.

- Do not mix old and new batteries or different

types at the same time.

- Do not heat or expose to flame.

- Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed

to direct sunlight for a long period of time with
doors and windows closed.

- Do not take apart or short circuit.

- Do not recharge alkaline or manganese

batteries.

- Do not use batteries if the covering has been

peeled off.

- Remove batteries if you do not intend to use

the remote control for a long period of time.
Store in a cool, dark place.

• When disposing the batteries, please contact
your local authorities or dealer and ask for the
correct method of disposal.

Supplied accessories

Please check and identify the supplied
accessories.

(Product numbers correct as of February 2013.
These may be subject to change.)

Remote control (N2QAYB000757): 1pc.
Batteries for remote control: 2 pcs.
AC mains lead: 1pc.
RF coaxial cable: 1pc.
HDMI cable: 1pc.

• Do not use AC mains lead with other equipment.

Indemnity concerning recorded content

Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for
damages directly or indirectly due to any type of
problems that result in loss of recording or edited
content (data), and does not guarantee any
content if recording or editing does not work
properly. Likewise, the above also applies in a
case where any type of repair is made to the unit
(including any other non-HDD related
component).

Restriction on use of unauthorized copied
content

This unit adopts the following technology for
copyright protection.

Cinavia Notice
This product uses Cinavia technology to limit

the use of unauthorized copies of some
commercially-produced film and videos and
their soundtracks. When a prohibited use of
an unauthorized copy is detected, a message
will be displayed and playback or copying will
be interrupted. More information about
Cinavia technology is provided at the Cinavia
Online Consumer Information Center at
http://www.cinavia.com.
information about Cinavia by mail, send a
postcard with your mailing address to:
Cinavia Consumer Information Center, P.O.
Box 86851, San Diego, CA, 92138, USA.

To request additional

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Table of contents

Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Supplied accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Getting started

HDD and media information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

- Recordable/playable contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

- Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Unit care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

- Basic connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

- Amplifier/receiver connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

- Network connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

- TV operation buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

- Easy Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

- Easy Network Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

FUNCTION MENU screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Watching broadcasts

Watching broadcasts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

- Using Channel List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

- Using TV Guide system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

- Using channel information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

- Operations while watching broadcast . . . . . . . . . . .25

- REWIND LIVE TV/PAUSE LIVE TV . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Recording

Recording TV programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

- Operation during Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Timer recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

- Manually programming timer recording . . . . . . . . . .30

- Timer recording options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

- Timer recording from channel information . . . . . . . .31

- Remote recording from outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

- Notes on timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

- To confirm and edit a timer programme . . . . . . . . . .32

Playing back video

Playing titles on the HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

- DIRECT NAVIGATOR (VIDEO) screen . . . . . . . . . .33

Playing titles on the media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

- Notes for BD-Live discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Operation during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

- General operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

- 3D video playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Copying video

Copying titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Photo

Playing photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

- DIRECT NAVIGATOR (PHOTO) screen . . . . . . . . . 46

- Photo play option. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

- Slideshow settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Editing photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Copying photos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

- Selecting and copying the photos . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

- Copying automatically. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Music

Playing music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

- Copying music (MP3) to HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

- Playing music recorded on HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

- Operations during music play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Editing music/playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

With Other Equipment

Copying the HD Video or the SD Video . . . . .54

- Copying HD Video (AVCHD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

- Copying SD Video (MPEG2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Smart Home Networking (DLNA) . . . . . . . . . .56

- Using this unit as Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

- Using this unit as Client. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

- Using this unit as Media Renderer . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Convenient functions

VIERA Connect (Enjoying Internet Service)

- To enjoy video communication (e.g., SkypeTM) . . . . . 59

Format SD card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Registering the external HDD (USB HDD)

- Connecting the USB HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

- Disconnecting the USB HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

- Registering the USB HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

VIERA Link functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Playback menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

. . . . .59

. . . . .61

Editing video

Deleting recorded titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Editing recorded titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

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Changing the unit’s settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

- Common procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

- Digital TV Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

- HDD / Disc / USB HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

-Picture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

- Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

- Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

- Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

-Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

- Others . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

- Language code list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Software (Firmware) Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Other operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

- Entering text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

- Switching the aspect ratio of the screen . . . . . . . . . 83

- HOLD function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

- General operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

- Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

- TV screen and video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

- Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

- Recording, timer recording and copying . . . . . . . . . 87

-Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

-Edit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

- Photo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

-USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

-TV Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

- Broadcast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

- VIERA Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

-Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

- Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

- Messages on the unit’s display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

- When you experience problems with

Easy Network Setting

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

About descriptions in these operating
instructions

• These operating instructions are applicable to models
DMR-PWT635 and DMR-PWT530. The illustrations in
these Operating Instructions show images of
DMR-PWT635 unless otherwise indicated.

• [PWT635] :indicates features applicable to

DMR-PWT635 only.

• [PWT530] :indicates features applicable to

DMR-PWT530 only.

• Pages to be referred to are indicated as “> ±±”.

Getting started

Watching broadcasts

Recording

Playing back video

Editing video

Copying video

Photo

Reference

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Licenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Music

With Other Equipment

Convenient functions

Troubleshooting

Reference

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Getting started

HDD and media information

Recordable/playable contents

(–: Impossible)

Media type Standard symbol Playable contents

Built-in hard disk drive

(HDD)

External hard disk drive

(USB HDD) (> 9)

BD-Video

BD-RE

BD-R

DVD-Video

§5

[HDD]

[USB_HDD]

[BD-V]

[BD-RE]

[BD-R]

•Video

• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D

•JPEG

• MPO (3D photo)

•MP3

•Video

§1

• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D

• SD Video (MPEG2)

•MP4

• Xvid

•MPEG2

•MKV

•JPEG

• MPO (3D photo)

•MP3

•Video

•Video

• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D

•JPEG

• MPO (3D photo)

•Video

• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D

• Xvid

•MKV

•Video

Recordable

contents

§2, 3

§4

–

–

–

§2

–

DVD-R

DVD-R DL

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[DVD-V]

[DVD-R]

•Video

• Xvid

•JPEG

• MPO (3D photo)

•MP3

• AVCHD

•MKV

–

§2

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(–: Impossible)

Media type Standard symbol Playable contents

DVD-RW

[DVD-RW]

+R/+R DL [+R]

+RW [+RW]

Audio CD (CD-DA)

• Video

• AVCHD

• Video

• AVCHD

• Video

• AVCHD

•Music

§2

§2

§2

Recordable

contents

[CD]

CD

(including CD-R/RW)

SD Cards

[SD]

• Xvid

•JPEG

• MPO (3D photo)

• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D

• SD Video (MPEG2)

•MP4 •JPEG

•MKV

•MP3

§2

§4

•JPEG

• MPO (3D photo)

• MPO (3D photo)

§2, 3

§4

• MPEG2

•MKV

USB memory [USB]

• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D

• SD Video (MPEG2)

•MP4

• Xvid

•JPEG

• MPO (3D photo)

•MP3

§1

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
able to play back depending on the device.

§3

It cannot be played back directly from the USB HDD or USB memory. Playback is possible by
copying to the HDD. (> 54)

§4

Recorded with SD-Video format compatible devices (Panasonic video camera, etc.). It can be
played back only after copying to HDD. (> 55)

§5

Includes finalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, +R and +R DL.

–

–

–

–

–

–

• The producer of the disc can control how discs are played. So you may not always be able to control play as described in
these operating instructions. Read the disc’s instructions carefully.

• With certain recording states and folder structures, the play order may differ or playback may not be possible.

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HDD and media information

Playable contents on a DLNA server

When this unit works as a DLNA client (> 57), following contents are playable.

• Recorded video

§

• AVCHD

§

•MP4 •MPEG2

• JPEG • MPO (3D photo) • MP3 • FLAC

§

Only when the server is another DIGA. (> 56)

• Depending on the server, the contents other than stated above can be played back.

About extension of files

File format Extension
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”

§

Subtitle text files

“.SRT” “.srt” “.SSA” “.ssa” “.ASS” “.ass” “.SUB”

“.sub” “.TXT” “.txt”
JPEG “.JPG” “.jpg”
MPO (3D photo) “.MPO” “.mpo”
MP3 “.MP3” “.mp3”

§

The video file and subtitle text files are inside the same folder, and the file names are the same
except for the file extensions.

• Some files may not be played back even if they have these extensions.

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Notes

Notes for an External HDD (USB HDD)

You can use an external HDD in the following two ways. (A single HDD cannot handle those two ways
simultaneously.)

• For recorded titles

Moving titles in the built-in HDD to a USB HDD to save the capacity of the built-in HDD.

• The USB HDD must first be registered on this unit. (> 61)

• For data files

Playing back MP4, JPEG, MP3, etc. (data files) in a USB HDD with this unit.

• The USB HDD must be formatted in FAT12, FAT16, FAT32 and NTFS file system.

• The USB HDD over 2 TB is not usable.

• This unit supports USB 2.0 High Speed.

• Although this unit can use USB 3.0 devices as USB 2.0 devices, in certain cases USB 3.0 devices cannot be used due to
differing connector shape, larger current ratings, etc. (Use of USB 2.0 devices is recommended.)

• This unit does not recognize USB HDDs other than those in which the size of one sector is 512-bytes. (For details, consult the
dealer of your USB HDD.)

• This unit does not guarantee connection with all USB devices.

Notes for the disc

• Disc recorded on a recorder, PC, etc.

• It may be necessary to finalize the disc, create Top Menu or close the session on the equipment

used for recording to play on this unit.

• Discs that cannot be played

- DVD-RAM - DVD-Audio

- HD DVD - Super Video CD, Super Audio CD, Video CD

- CD-ROM, Photo CD, PD, etc.

• Operation and sound quality of CDs that do not conform to CD-DA specifications (copy control CDs, etc.) cannot be
guaranteed.

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DO

DO NOT

DO DO NOT

HDD and media information

Notes for the SD cards

• Compatible SD card

- SD Memory Card

(from 8 MB to 2 GB, FAT12 and FAT16
formats)

- SDHC Memory Card

(from 4 GB to 32 GB, FAT32 format)

- SDXC Memory Card

(48 GB, 64 GB, exFAT format)

• Using miniSD card or microSD card

Mini-type and micro-type cards can also be
used, but must be used with adaptor cards
(optional).

To format an SD card

Refer to “Format SD card”. (> 60)

• Usable memory is slightly less than the card capacity.

• If the SD card is formatted on other equipment, the time
necessary for recording may be longer or the card may not
be able to be used on this unit. In these cases, format the
card on this unit.

• SDHC Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards can be
used in equipment that is compatible with the appropriate
cards. (SDHC Memory Cards can also be used in
equipment compatible with SDXC Memory Cards.)

Notes for the USB memories

Media handling

• Do not touch the recorded surface of the discs
or the terminal surface of the SD cards.

• If there is dirt or condensation on the disc, wipe
with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

• Do not attach labels or stickers to discs.

• Do not use disc cleaning sprays, benzine,
thinner, static electricity prevention liquids or
any other solvent.

• Do not use ballpoint pens or other hard writing
implements, when writing on the label side of
the disc.

• Do not drop, stack, or impact discs.

• Do not place objects on discs.

• Do not use the following discs:

- Discs with exposed adhesive from removed

stickers or labels (rental discs, etc.).

- Discs that are badly warped or cracked.

- Irregularly shaped discs.

USB memories support FAT12, FAT16, FAT32
and NTFS file systems.

• The USB memory over 2 TB is not usable.

• This unit supports USB 2.0 High Speed.

• This unit does not guarantee connection with all USB
devices.

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DO NOT

• Do not expose the terminals of the SD card to
water, garbage or other strange things.

• Do not place in the following areas:

- In hot places, such as under the direct

sunlight.

- In very dusty or humid areas.

- Locations susceptible to significant difference

in temperature (condensation can occur).

- Where static electricity or electromagnetic

waves occur.

Unit care

Getting started

HDD/USB HDD handling care

• The HDD is a high precision device

The HDD is a high precision recording
instrument and is easily susceptible to damage.
Therefore, be careful of the following points
while the unit is turned on, especially during
operation, otherwise the HDD and the recorded
content may be damaged:

- Do not subject the unit to any vibration and
shock.

- Do not remove the AC mains lead from the
household mains socket.

This unit cannot save (backup) the HDD titles to
media. You have to be very careful when
handling the unit and editing the title.

• If the HDD or USB HDD is damaged, the
recorded content cannot be recovered.

Setup precautions

• Place the unit on a surface that is flat and
not subject to vibration or impact.

• Do not place on anything that generates heat
like a Set Top Box, etc.

• Place in an area where condensation does
not occur. Conditions where condensation
may occur

- When there is an extreme change in

temperature (e.g., when subjected to an air
conditioner or when cooled air directly impacts
the unit).

- When there is high humidity or a lot of steam

in the room.

In the above situation, without turning the unit
on, let the unit adjust to the room temperature
and wait 2–3 hours until condensation is gone.

• Do not block the cooling fan on the rear of
the unit.

• The unit may breakdown if cigarette smoke
or bug spray/vapour, etc. gets inside the
unit.

When moving the unit

Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is
empty.

1 Switch the unit to standby mode. (Wait until

“BYE” disappears from the display.)

2 Remove the AC mains lead from the

household mains socket.

3 Move only after the unit has come to a

complete stop (approx. 3 minutes) in order to
avoid subjecting to vibration and shock. (Even
after the unit is switched to standby mode, the
HDD continues operating for a short time.)

Cleaning

• This unit

- Wipe with a soft, dry cloth.

- Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to
clean this unit.

- Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully
read the instructions that came with the cloth.

• This unit’s lens

Use the Lens cleaner (optional) to clean the
unit’s lens.

Lens cleaner: RP-CL720AE

• This lens cleaner may not be for sale
depending on the region.

When requesting this unit for repair

The registration of the USB HDD may be
cancelled in the process of repairing this unit.

You can use the USB HDD again by
re-registering, but all recorded content already on
the USB HDD will be lost. In such cases, the
recorded content (data) cannot be recovered.

To dispose or transfer this unit

This unit may contain private information. Before
disposing of or transferring this unit, perform the
following to delete the data, including personal or
secret information:

- Format HDD (> 67, 72)

- Perform “Shipping Condition” (> 67, 81)

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STATUS

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R

G

U

I

D

E

RETURN

PLAY/x1.3

PAUSE

PAUSE LIVE TV

STOP

SLOW/SEARCH

SKIP

CH

PAGE

TV

RADIO/

CH

AV

INPUT



TV

DRIVE
SELECT



EXIT

OK

OPTION

VOL

0

2

abc

5

jkl

8

tuv

1

4

ghi

7

qrs

p

3

def

6

mno

9

xyz

w

TIME SLIP

PROG/CHECK

DEL

DISPLAY

-10s +60s

AUDIO

SETUP

REC

RGYB

TEXT STTL

CHAPTER

MANUAL SKIP

REWIND LIVE TV

INTERNET

LAST VIEW

























































R6/LR6, AA

(Alkaline or manganese batteries)

Control reference guide

Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control.

Remote control

1 Transmit the remote control signal

• Point it at remote control signal sensor on

2 Switch the unit from on to standby mode or

vice versa

3 Select drive (HDD, BD, SD or USB)
4 Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter

numbers or characters

5 Switch to the previously watched channel

(> 23)

6 Basic operations for recording and play,

REWIND LIVE TV/PAUSE LIVE TV (> 25)

7 Show Information (> 24, 34, 38)
8 Selection/OK, Frame-by-frame (> 39)

this unit. (> 13)

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9 Show DIRECT NAVIGATOR, Top Menu,

Pop-up Menu (> 33, 39)

: Show OPTION menu (> 42, 48, 53)
; Colour buttons (Use in accordance with

instruction on the screen.)

< Start recording (> 27)
= Select audio (> 25, 39)
> Show the Timer Recording screen (> 30)
? Create chapter (> 39)
@ Show Setup menu (> 67)
A To delete unwanted recorded titles, timer

programmes, photos or music (> 41)

B TV operation buttons (> 18)
C Channel select (> 23)/Change pages in the

DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen etc.

D Show the VIERA Connect screen (> 59)
E Switching to the radio channel list (> 23)
F Start up a video communication (> 59)
G Exit the menu screen
H Show the TV Guide screen (> 24)
I Show the FUNCTION MENU screen (> 22)
J Ret

urn to previous screen

K Show subtitles (> 25, 39)
L Show Teletext (> 25)
M Show Playback Menu (> 64)
N Skip the specified time (> 39)
O Skip approx. 1 minute forward (> 39)
P Skip approx. 10 seconds backward (> 39)

Insert batteries

Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the
remote control.

Getting started



Pull to flip down the front panel.



SD card

USB memory

Disc

Display

Main unit

1 Standby/on switch (Í/I)

Press to switch the unit from on to standby
mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit
is still consuming a small amount of power.

2 Open/close disc tray

  

  

6 Recording indicator

• The indicator will light up while recording.

• The indicator will blink while recording is
paused and before recording starts.

7 CALL LED

• The LED will light up when this unit receives
incoming call etc. of the video
communication. (> 59)

8 Remote control signal sensor

• Angle: Approx. 20° up and down, 30° left and
right

• Distance: Within approx. 7 m in front of the
unit

9 Channel select (> 23)
: Start recording (> 27)
; Stop
< Start play

Display

3 Disc tray
4 USB port
5 SD card slot

• When removing the SD card, press on the

HDDSD

BD

centre of the card and pull it straight out.

45

• While writing to/reading from the media, do not switch the
unit to standby mode or remove the media. Such action
may result in loss of the media contents.

• When inserting the media, ensure that it is facing the right
way up.

1 SD card slot indicator
2 Copying indicator
3 Disc indicator
4 Drive (HDD, BD or SD) indicator
5 Remote control signal indicator
6 Main display section indicator

- Current time

- Playback counter

- Various messages (> 90)
7 Playback indicator
8 USB port indicator
9 Timer recording indicator

• This indicator lights up when the timer

recording standby is activated.

123

COPY

SD USB

PLAY

6789

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HDMI

VHF/UHF

RF IN

TV’s rear panel

This unit’s rear panel

Household mains socket
(AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz)

Cooling fan

AC mains lead
(supplied)

• Connect only after all other
connections are complete.

HDMI cable

(supplied)

To the aerial

Aerial cable

RF coaxial cable
(supplied)

Connection

Basic connections

3D programmes can be played back when this unit is connected to a 3D compatible TV.

• Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.

To connect and register the USB HDD (optional)

Refer to “Registering the external HDD (USB HDD)”. (> 61)

To connect the Communication Camera (optional)

Refer to “VIERA Connect (Enjoying Internet Service)”. (> 59)

About HDMI cable

If you use an optional HDMI cable, use the High Speed HDMI cables. Non-HDMI-compliant cables
cannot be utilized.
It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable.
When outputting 1080p signal, please use HDMI Cables 5.0 meters or less.

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HDMI

HDMI INHDMI OUT

HDMI
cable

Amplifier/

receiver

TV

HDMI cable

(supplied)

(ARC compatible)

(ARC compatible)

3D programmes can be played back when
this unit is connected to a 3D compatible
amplifier/receiver and a 3D compatible TV.

• You will not be able to view 3D programmes
with this connection if your amplifier/receiver
is not 3D compatible.

When the unit is not to be used for a long
time

To save power, unplug it from the household
mains socket. This unit consumes a small
amount of power, even when the unit is in
standby mode.

[approx. 0.2 W (“Quick Start” is not activated
and “RF OUT ( Aerial Signal )” is set to
“Off”)]

• This unit cannot connect the TV that does not have the
HDMI terminal.

• The HDMI connection supports VIERA Link “HDAVI
Control” (> 63).

• You cannot connect this unit to DVI devices that are
incompatible with HDCP.
Depending on the device, images may not display properly
or at all when connecting with a DVI/HDMI switching cable.
(Audio cannot be output.)

• If you are connecting to a TV that is only compatible with
2 channel audio output, audio with 3 channels or more will
be down mixed and output as 2 channels, even if
connecting with an HDMI cable. (Some discs cannot be
down mixed.)

Amplifier/receiver connections

HDMI terminal

• VIERA Link function is possible by connecting to a TV or
amplifier/receiver compatible with VIERA Link.

• When using a TV or an amplifier/receiver that does not
display “ARC compatible” on the HDMI terminal, it is
necessary to connect the TV and the amplifier/receiver with
a digital audio cable to enjoy the TV audio on the
amplifier/receiver.

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Getting started

HDMI IN

HDMI

HDMI

HDMI cable

Amplifier/receiver

TV

HDMI cable

(supplied)

(ARC compatible)

(ARC compatible)

3D programmes can be played back when
this unit is connected to a 3D compatible
TV.

• This connection only supports up to 5.1ch.

OPTICAL IN

Amplifier/receiver

Optical digital audio cable

AUDIO IN

LR

Audio cable

Amplifier/receiver

Connection

∫ Amplifier/receiver not compatible with 3D

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal

• When you do not want the audio to be output from the TV,
set “HDMI Audio Output” to “Off” (> 67, 75).

AUDIO OUT terminal

• Connect to terminals of the same colour.

• VIERA Link function is possible by connecting to a TV or
amplifier/receiver compatible with VIERA Link.

• When using a TV or an amplifier/receiver that does not
display “ARC compatible” on the HDMI terminal, it is
necessary to connect the TV and the amplifier/receiver with
a digital audio cable to enjoy the TV audio on the
amplifier/receiver.

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Broadband router, etc.

Internet

LAN (ethernet) cable

Internet Wireless router, etc.

Network connection

When this unit is connected to the network, you
can enjoy network functions (DLNA function,
VIERA Connect, etc.).

For details about connection method, refer to the
instructions supplied with the connected
equipment.

After you make the LAN cable/Wireless LAN
connection, the network setting is needed.
(> 20, Easy Network Setting)

∫ Precautions of Wireless LAN connection

The following limits are in place regarding the
usage of this unit. You must be aware of these
limits before using this unit.

Panasonic will in no way be responsible for any
incidental damage which may arise due to a
failure to obey these limits, or to any condition of
use or disuse of this unit.

• Data transmitted and received over radio
waves may be intercepted and monitored.

• This unit contains delicate electronic
components.

Please use this unit in the manner in which it
was intended and follow the following points:

- Do not expose this unit to high temperatures

or direct sunlight.

- Do not bend, or subject this unit to strong

impacts.

- Keep this unit away from moisture.

- Do not disassemble or alter this unit in any

way.

LAN cable connection

• Use category 5 or above straight LAN cables (STP) when
connecting to peripheral devices.

• Inserting any cable other than a LAN cable in the LAN
terminal can damage the unit.

Wireless LAN connection

• For up-to-date compatibility information on your Wireless
router refer to
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/

(This site is in English only.)

• The unit is not compatible with public wireless LAN
services.

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Getting started

STATUS

D

I

R

E

C

T

N

A

V

I

G

A

T

O

R

G

U

I

D

E

RETURN

PLAY/x1.3

PAUSE

PAUSE LIVE TV

STOP

SLOW/SEARCH

SKIP

CH

PAGE

TV

RADIO/

CH

AV

INPUT



TV

DRIVE
SELECT



EXIT

OK

OPTION

VOL

0

2

abc

5

jkl

8

tuv

1

4

ghi

7

qrs

p

3

def

6

mno

9

xyz

w

TIME SLIP

PROG/CHECK

DEL

DISPLAY

-10s +60s

AUDIO

SETUP

REC

RGYB

TEXT STTL

CHAPTER

MANUAL SKIP

REWIND LIVE TV

INTERNET

LAST VIEW

F

U

N

C

T

I

O

N

M

E

N

U

TV operation buttons
(> right)

Select and enter buttons

To return to the previous
screen

To exit the screen

FUNCTION MENU (> 22)

Setup (> 67)

Settings

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TV operation buttons

The TV can be operated from the TV operation
buttons of the remote control.

• Perform the setting if you cannot operate the TV
with the TV operation buttons.

While pressing [TV Í], enter the code with
the number buttons.

Manufacturer and Code No.

Brand Code Brand Code

Panasonic 01/02/03/04
AIWA 35
AKAI 27/30
BEKO 05/71/72/73/74
BENQ 58/59
BRANDT 10/15
BUSH 05
CENTREX 66
CURTIS 05
DAEWOO 64/65
DESMET 05
DUAL 05
ELEMIS 05

FERGUSON 10/34

FINLUX 61
FISHER 21

FUJITSU 53
FUNAI 63/67
GOLDSTAR 05/50/51
GOODMANS 05
GRADIENTE 36
GRUNDIG 09
HITACHI 05/22/23/40/41
IRRADIO 30
ITT

25
JVC 17/30/39/70
KDS 52
KOLIN 45
KONKA 62

LG

05/50/51
LOEWE 07/46

MAG 52

METZ 05/28/79

MITSUBISHI 05/19/20/47

MIVAR 24

• If the brand of your TV is not listed or the code
number is invalid for the TV, this remote control
is not compatible with your TV.

• If your TV brand has more than one code listed, select the
one that allows correct operation.

NEC 36
NOBLEX 33
NOKIA 25/26/27/60/61
NORDMENDE 10
OLEVIA 45
ONWA 30/39/70
ORION 05
PEONY 49/69
PHILCO 41/48/64
PHILIPS 05/06/46
PHONOLA 05
PIONEER 37/38

PROVIEW 52

PYE 05
RADIOLA 05
SABA 10

SALORA 26

32/42/43/65/68SAMSUNG

SANSUI 05

SANYO 21/54/55/56
SCHNEIDER 05/29/30
SEG

05/69/75/76/77/78
SELECO 05/25
SHARP 18
SIEMENS 09
SINUDYNE 05
SONY 08

31/33/66/67/69TCL
TELEFUNKEN 10/11/12/13/14
TEVION 52
THOMSON 10/15/44
TOSHIBA 16/57

WHITE

05
WESTINGHOUSE

YAMAHA 18/41

Getting started

Progress

Digital TV Auto Tuning

CH 6 69

RF Ch

Digital TV: 2

Searching

Quality

Type

Channel Name

RETURN

This will take about 3 minutes.

35

10
10

35

Digital TV

Digital TV

Quick Start

On
Off

Timer Setting for Quick Start 6:00 AM 11:00 PM

Easy Setting

1 Turn on the TV, then select the appropriate

AV input to suit the connections to this unit.

2 Press [Í] on the remote control or [Í/I] on

this unit.

• The Easy Setting will start at the initial
power on.

3 Follow the on-screen instructions and

perform the settings.

• When the Download from TV screen
appears, the setting information on the TV
is acquired by this unit. (> 63)

Auto Setup starts.
(This operation may take some time.)
e.g.,

4 Set “Quick Start” to “On”, “Off” or “Timer

Setting for Quick Start”, then press [OK].

•On

It is possible to start quickly from standby
mode.

•Off

Power consumption in standby mode is
minimized. (> 94)
However, startup time from standby mode
will be longer.

• Timer Setting for Quick Start

“Quick Start” is activated when the set time
comes. (If the clock has not been set, this
function is not activated at all hours.)

After tuning has been completed, clock will
be set automatically.
If the clock setting screen appears, set the
time manually (> 79, Clock).

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Settings

5 If the TV aspect setting screen appeares:

Select the item to match the type of TV
connected.
For details, refer to “TV Aspect”. (> 74)

When “Easy Setting has been completed.”
appears, Easy Setting is complete.

• Select “Yes” to proceed to “Easy Network
Setting”. (> right)

• Select “No” to finish the Easy Setting.

To stop partway

Press [RETURN ].

To restart setup

1 Press [SETUP]. (> 18)
2 Select “Auto Setup” in “Digital TV Tuning”,

then press [OK].

3 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].

Easy Network Setting

After completing “Easy Setting”, you can continue
with “Easy Network Setting”.

1 Select “Wired” or “Wireless”, then press

[OK].

Easy Network Setting

Settings and tests for connection required
for home network and the Internet will be
conducted.
First, please select a connection mode.

Current setting : Wired

LAN cable connection:
Connect a LAN cable to the unit and select “Wired”.

Wireless LAN connection:
Select “Wireless”.

Wired
Wireless

OK

RETURN

2 Follow the on-screen instructions and make

the following confirmation and settings.

“Wired” connection:

- Home Network Connection Check

- Home Network function

- Internet Connection Test

To confirm that channels have been tuned
correctly

Refer to “Using Channel List”. (> 23)

• If tuning is cancelled partway through, it may not be
possible to receive the channels. Restart setup again.

“Wireless” connection:

• Before beginning wireless connection
setup

Obtain your Network name (SSID).
An SSID (Service Set IDentification) is a

name used by wireless LAN to identify a
particular network. Transmission is
possible if the SSID matches for both
devices.

- Wireless Settings

- Home Network Connection Check

- Home Network function

- Internet Connection Test

3 When “Easy Network Setting is finished.”

appears.
Press [OK].

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Getting started

e.g.,

Connection method to wireless access point

Search for wireless network:
1 Select “Search for wireless network”, then

press [OK].

2 The available wireless networks will be

displayed. Select your network name and
press [OK].

- If your Network name is not displayed search
again by pressing the red button on the
remote control.

- Stealth SSID will not be displayed. Enter
manually by using “Wireless Settings”.
(> 67, 76)

• If your wireless network is encrypted, Encryption
Key Input Screen will be displayed.

Input the encryption key of your network.

WPS (PUSH button):

If your Wireless router supports WPS (PUSH
button), you can easily perform the settings by
pressing WPS button on it.

WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup™) is a standard that
facilitates settings relating to the connection and
security of wireless LAN devices.

1 Select “WPS (PUSH button)”, then press [OK].
2 Press WPS button or corresponding button of

Wireless router until the lamp starts flashing.

• Wi-Fi Protected Setup™-compatible
Wireless router may have the mark.

• For details, refer to the operating instruction
of Wireless router.

3 Press [OK].

When you experience problems

Refer to “When you experience problems with
Easy Network Setting”. (> 92)

To restart Easy Network Setting

1 Press [SETUP]. (> 18)
2 Select “Easy Network Setting” in “Network”,

then press [OK].

To redo settings individually

If “Easy Network Setting” did not work properly or
when you change the settings individually,
perform the following steps:

1 Press [SETUP]. (> 18)
2 Select “Network Settings” in “Network”, then

press [OK].

3 Refer to “Network Settings”. (> 76)

Check security before using Home Network
function

If you set “Home Network function” to “On”, all
connected devices on the same network can
access this unit. Ensure that the router for your
home network has adequate security system to
prevent unauthorized access.

• Refer to the operating instructions of the hub or router.

• If you set “Home Network function” to “On”, the setting for
“Quick Start” is fixed to “On”.

• Do not use this unit to connect to any wireless network for
which you do not have usage rights.
During automatic searches in a wireless network
environment, wireless networks (SSID) for which you do
not have usage rights may be displayed; however, using
these networks may be regarded as illegal access.

• After performing network settings on this unit, the settings
(encryption level, etc.) of the Wireless router might change.
When you have trouble getting online on your PC, perform
the network settings on your PC in accordance with the
settings of Wireless router.

• Please be aware that connecting to a network without
encryption may result in the content of the communication
being illegitimately viewed by a third party, or the leaking of
data such as personal or secret information.

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FUNCTION MENU

Drive Select

OK

RETURN

Timer Recording

Others

Disc / SD Card / USB / USB HDD

Network

Playback Contents

TV Guide

HDD

Timer Recording

Playback Contents

TV Guide

Video

Photo

Music

RETURN

Press

OK

Press

e.g.,

FUNCTION MENU screen

You can easily access the desired functions, such
as playback, timer recording, the unit’s settings
etc. via the FUNCTION MENU.

1 Press [FUNCTION MENU].

2 Select the item, then press [OK]

FUNCTION MENU list

FUNCTION MENU

Playback Contents

Video (> 33)
Video (AVCHD) (> 36)
Video (MP4) (> 36)
Photo (> 46)
Music (> 50)
Top Menu (> 36)

Menu (> 36)
TV Guide (> 24)
Timer Recording (> 29)
Network

Home Network (DLNA Client) (> 57)

Home Network (Media Renderer) (> 58)

Network Service (> 59)

Remote Recording (> 31)
Others

Playlists (> 36)

Copy Video ( AVCHD ) (> 54)

Copy Video ( MPEG2 ) (> 55)

Copy New Photos (> 49)

SD Card Management (> 60)

BD-Video Data Management (> 37)

Setup (> 67)

• You can change the unit’s settings of
Digital TV Tuning, Sound, Display,
Connection, Network etc. in the Setup
menu.

Drive Select

HDD
Blu-ray Disc / DVD
SD Card
USB Device
USB HDD

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• Selectable items will change depending on the type and
status of the media.

Watching broadcasts

Watc hin g
broadcasts

All Digital Channels

Select

View

RETURN

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

Page up

Page down

CH

Channel names

Watching broadcasts

Instructions for operations are generally
described using the remote control. (> 12)

Press [CH WX] to select the channel.

• You can also select the channel by the
following operations

- Using number buttons.

- Using Channel List (> right)

- Using TV Guide system (> 24)

- Using channel information (> 24)

To switch to the channel you have previously
watched

Press [LAST VIEW ].

• This function will work only for the channels you
have watched for more than 10 seconds.

To switch to the radio channels or to the all
channels

Press [RADIO/TV].

Using Channel List

You can select from the list of channel names.

1 Press [OK].

2 Select the channel, then press [OK].

To edit the channel list

Refer to “Channel List”. (> 70)

• When you are watching the 3D programme, subtitles and
TV Guide, etc., may not display correctly depending on the
settings. (> 40, 3D Type, Signal Format)

About the PIN for parental control

If you have set a ratings level (> 70, Child Lock
( Parental Rating )), you may be asked to enter
the PIN. In that case, enter the 4-digit PIN with the
number buttons by following the on-screen
instructions.

• Make a note of the PIN you have decided on
in case you forget it.

• PIN can be changed via “PIN Entry”. (> 80)

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Watching broadcasts

10:30 AM

1

Now

Dolby DRating: G

Change category

All Digital Channels

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Set timer







e.g.,

Watching broadcasts

Using TV Guide system

1 Press [GUIDE].

TV Guide screen appears.

TV Guide

TUE 01.01.2013 8:05 AM

8:00 AM - 9:45 AM

TUE 01.01

8:00 AM AM AM AM AM AM8:30 9:00 9:30 10:00 10:30

OK

RETURN

Category: All Digital Channels

Information

Category+24 hours-24 hoursTimer Rec.

Page Up

Page Down

2 Select the programme, then press [OK].
3 Select “View”, then press [OK].

Page up/down

Press [CH WX].

To view a programme list for another day

Press the green button (Previous) or the yellow
button (Next).

To see programme information

Press [STATUS ].

To retrieve the programme data for the area
where data have not been acquired

Select the area, then press [STATUS ].

• Some broadcasters may not send the
programme data. You cannot retrieve the data
from them.

To set a timer Recording using the TV Guide
System

Refer to “Timer recording”. (> 29)

• Selection of channel is made easy by creating a Favourite
of the channels you watch often. (> 69, Favourites Edit)

Using channel information

While watching a programme
Press [STATUS ].

HDD

Remain 71:20

1

1

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Now

Dolby DRating: G

Set timer

Channel information appears.

1 Current Category
2 Set timer (> 31)
3 Subtitle
4 Te le t ex t
5 Multiple audio

To show detailed information

Press [STATUS ] again.

To hide the information screen

Press [EXIT ].

To change Category

Press the blue button.

• To register your favourite channels

1 Press [OPTION].
2 Select “Digital TV Menu”, then press [OK].
3 Select “Favourites Edit”, then press [OK].
4 Refer to “Favourites Edit”. (> 69)

To switch between the current programme
and the next programme

Press [2, 1].

10:30 AM

All Digital Channels

Change category

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To switch to another channel

Press [3, 4], then press [OK].

Watching broadcasts

Operations while watching broadcast

To show subtitle

When “ ” appears in channel information
(> 24)

Press [STTL ].

• Press again to hide subtitle.

Switching audio

Press [AUDIO].

• Audio will switch according to the contents of
the programme every time it is pressed.

To show Teletext

When “ ” appears in channel information
(> 24)

1 Press [TEXT ].
2 Use [3, 4, 2, 1], number buttons or colour

buttons, etc. according to on-screen
instructions.

• You can change the display mode. (> 67, 74, Teletext)

REWIND LIVE TV/PAUSE LIVE TV

This unit temporarily saves a live TV programme
you are watching with this unit’s tuner on HDD.

REWIND LIVE TV

You can rewind live TV programme to the point
where temporary save has started (up to

1.5 hours).

PAUSE LIVE TV

You can pause live TV programme and restart
watching from the paused position.

1 While watching TV

REWIND LIVE TV:

Press [SLOW/SEARCH 6] to rewind.

PAUSE LIVE TV:

Press [PAUSE ;] to pause.

• The maximum amount of the temporary
save is 1.5 hours.

2 When you want to resume:

Press [PLAY/a1.3 1].

• You can perform search or Quick View, etc.

• If temporary save stops, playback will be
performed by that point.

Aspect

You can switch the screen mode.
Refer to “Switching the aspect ratio of the

screen”. (> 83)

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Watching broadcasts

Pause

8:05 AM

9:35 AM

8:50 AM







8:50:55 AM 01.01.2013

Play



8:50.50 AM

Watching broadcasts

Display information

While pausing or rewinding a broadcast:

Press [STATUS ].

• Press [STATUS ] again.

1 The time that you can rewind the live

programme.

2 The amount of time temporarily saved on

HDD.

3 The time of the current playback position.

To stop REWIND LIVE TV or PAUSE LIVE TV

1Press [STOP∫].
2 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].

To hide the display information

Press [EXIT ].

• The unit cannot rewind and play more than 1.5 hours prior
to the current time.

• Temporary save stops in the following cases:

- When switching to other channels or other screen

- When recording of the watching programme is started

- When two programmes simultaneous recording is started

- When performing PAUSE LIVE TV or REWIND LIVE TV

for more than 8 hours (This may vary depending on the
HDD free space.)

• These functions do not work in the following cases:

- When the clock is not set

- While recording two programmes simultaneously

- While copying

- While watching a programme being recorded

- When a radio programme is selected

- REWIND LIVE TV:

When “REWIND LIVE TV” is set to “Off” (> 72)

• PAUSE LIVE TV:
You can operate this unit with the TV remote control by
using VIERA Link (> 63).
Refer to the TV operating instructions.

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Recording TV programmes

Recording

Automatic Stop at 8:45 AM

REC1/OTR

Recording Time

Continuous recording

30 min

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

Recording

The titles can only be recorded to built-in
HDD and cannot be copied from built-in HDD
to the media other than USB HDD.

• This operation will only record to built-in HDD.

• This unit can record two programmes being
broadcasted at the same time.

1 Select the channel to record.

2 Press [REC ¥].

Recording starts.

• “REC1” or “REC2” will light on the unit’s
display.

3 Select “Automatic Stop”, then press

[OK].

• One touch recording (OTR)

Recording stops automatically when the
programme ends.

To set the recording time

1 Select “Recording Time” or “Continuous

recording” in step 3 (> left).

Recording Time:

You can set the length of recording time from
30 minutes to 4 hours.

• You can select the recording time with

[2, 1].

Continuous recording:

The recording is continued until you press
[STOP ∫].

2 Press [OK].

• One recording will terminate when simultaneous recording
is being done and timer recording starts.

• Teletext will not be recorded.

• Following contents or media cannot be played back while
recording.

- 3D BD-Video (playback in 3D)

- Xvid and MKV file

- photo

- USB HDD (For data files) and USB memory

• Copying cannot be performed while recording.

• When “Automatic Standby after OTR” is set to “On” (> 78),
this unit is turned to standby mode if this unit is not
operated for approximately 5 minutes after completing
“Automatic Stop” or “Recording Time”.

• You can also select “Recording Time” or
“Continuous recording”. (> right)

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Recording

Recording programme
displayed on the TV

Recording programme not displayed on the TV

Stop Recording

Yes

No

Recording of this programme is in progress.
Stop this recording ?

OK

RETURN

1

Page

Select

OPTION

Start Time
Prog.Type:

Rec time

Play
RETURN

PHOTO / MUSIC

Channel Date Title Name

Delete

Movies

9:00 AM 0:01

Recording TV programmes

Operation during Recording

To check the recording programme

Press [STATUS ].

e.g., While recording two programmes simultaneously

HDD

REC1/OTR AUTO

REC2

To stop recording

Press [STOP ∫].

When recording one programme:

If the following screen appears

To pause recording

After displaying the recording programme, press
[PAUSE ;].

• Press again to restart recording.
(A title is not split into separate titles.)

• Timer recording programme cannot be paused.

To record two programmes simultaneously

While recording, perform steps 1–3 on page 27.

• Channel can only be switched between the recording
programmes.

Simultaneous rec and play

You can play the recording title from the beginning
or the titles previously recorded to the HDD.

1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

• If the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen of music
is displayed, press the red button, then
select “VIDEO”.

Select “Yes”, then press [OK].

When recording two programmes:

If the following screen appears

2 recordings are in progress.
Which recording would you like to stop ?

1

2

1 Select the programme, then press [OK].
2 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].

Stop Recording

OK

“[” is displayed on the recording programme.

2 Select the title, then press [OK].

RETURN

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Timer recording

Page Down

Information

Page Up

Category+24 hours-24 hoursTimer Rec.

TUE 01.01

TV Guide

8:00 AM - 9:45 AM

TUE 01.01.2013 8:05 AM

Category: All Digital Channels

8:00 AM AM AM AM AM AM8:30 9:00 9:30 10:00 10:30

OK

RETURN

• This operation will only record to built-in HDD.

• This unit can record two programmes being
broadcasted at the same time.

Recording

To cancel a timer recording on the TV Guide
screen

1 Select the programme to cancel, then press

the red button.

2 Select “Timer Rec Cancel”, then press [OK].

(“F” disappears)

1 Press [GUIDE].

TV Guide screen appears.

2 Select the programme, then press the

red button.

The timer icon “F” (red) is displayed.

• If on-screen instructions are displayed,
follow them.

To use TV Guide system

Refer to “Using TV Guide system”. (> 24)

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].
3 Go to step 3 on page 30.

Operation during Recording

Refer to “Operation during Recording”. (> 28)

• Some broadcasters may not send programme information.
When programme information is not displayed correctly,
use manual timer recording. (> 30)

• You can set the start and finish time to make the timer
recording work successfully. (> 67, 72, Timer Record Start
Buffer, Timer Record Stop Buffer)

To select the programmes of a specific
category

1 On the TV Guide screen:

Press the blue button.

2 Select the item, then press [OK].

To return to the previous TV Guide list

Select “All Digital Channels” in step 2.

• Category may not be assigned correctly depending on the
programme information.

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Recording

Channel Name

Schedule

Space

OK
RETURN

Page Up

Page Down

Turn
Timer Off

Total 0/32

Timer Recording

30:30HDDRemain TUE 01.01.2013 8:05 AM

Delete

New Timer Programme

Info

Channel Name

Schedule

Space

Timer Recording

30:30HDDRemain TUE 01.01.2013 8:05 AM

New Timer Programme

OK

Programme Name

WED 01.01
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Timer Recording TUE 01.01.2013 8:05 AM

30:24

Channel

1 TUE 01.01

Day/Date Stop

8:00 9:00

Start

RETURN

Category Date/

Weekly

Title Name

OK

HDDRemain

e.g.,

Timer recording

Manually programming timer
recording

1 Press [PROG/CHECK].

2 Select “New Timer Programme”, then press

[OK].

3 Select the items and change the items.

(> right, Timer recording options)

4 Press [OK].

The timer programme is stored.

To confirm and edit the timer programme

Refer to “To confirm and edit a timer programme”.
(> 32)

Operation during Recording

Refer to “Operation during Recording”. (> 28)

Timer recording options

Select the items and change the items.

Channel

• You can select Category with the red button.

Day/Date

• You can select “Date” or “Weekly” by pressing
the green button.

Start/Stop

• Press and hold [3, 4] to alter in 15-minute
increments.

Auto Renewal Recording

(Only daily/weekly timer recording)
The unit will record the new programme over the

old one.
1 Select “Renew”.
2 Select “ON”.

Title Name

1 Select “Title Name”, then press [OK].
2 Refer to “Entering text”. (> 83)

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