Panasonic DMR-BST820 Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions

Blu-ray Disc™ Recorder

Model No. DMR-BST820

DMR-BST720

DMR-BST721

Thank you for purchasing this product.

For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Please keep this manual for future reference.

•This Blu-ray Disc recorder is equipped with two CI/CI Plus slots. It can receive encrypted and free-to-air DVB-S/S2 services.

Region management information

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

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

supporting the region code “B”.

supporting the region number “2” or “ALL”.

e.g.,

e.g.,

2

3

5

Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com

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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.

•Install this unit so that the AC mains lead can be unplugged from the socket outlet immediately if any problem occurs.

SD card

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

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.

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Batteries

•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.

CLASS 1

LASER PRODUCT

(Inside of product)

Supplied accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.

(Product numbers correct as of April 2012. These may be subject to change.)

Remote control (N2QAYB000759):	1 pc.
Batteries for remote control:	2 pcs.
AC mains lead:	1 pc.

• 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. To request additional 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.

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Table of contents

Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Supplied accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Getting started
HDD and media information . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		.6
-	Recordable/playable contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.6
- Recording mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		.8
- Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		.9
Unit care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		11
Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		12
CI module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		14
Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		16
-	Basic connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	16
-	Amplifier/receiver connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	18
- Other TV connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		19
- Network connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		20
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		21
-	TV operation buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	21
-	Easy Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	22
- Easy Network Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		23
- Auto Setup method when using

a single cable router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 FUNCTION MENU screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Watching broadcasts

Watching broadcasts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 - Using Channel List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 - Using TV Guide system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

- Using channel information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 - Operations while watching broadcast . . . . . . . . . . .29 - REWIND LIVE TV/PAUSE LIVE TV . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Recording

Recording TV programmes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

- Operation during Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 - Notes for recording of an encrypted broadcast . . . . .33 Timer recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

- Manually programming timer recording . . . . . . . . . .36 - Timer recording options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

- Timer recording from channel information . . . . . . . .37 - Notes on timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 - To confirm and edit a timer programme . . . . . . . . . .38

Playing back video

Playing titles on the HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

- DIRECT NAVIGATOR (VIDEO) screen . . . . . . . . . .39 Playing titles on the media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 - Notes for BD-Live discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Operation during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 - General operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 - 3D video playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

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Editing video

Deleting recorded titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Editing recorded titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Copying video

Copying titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

- Copying from media other than HDD
	with DIRECT NAVIGATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	56
-	Copying titles with copying list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	56
-	Notes for copying. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	59
-	Copying a finalised disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	60
-	Copying Title Playing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	61
- Copying HD Video (AVCHD)
	to the DVD-R in High Definition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	61

Photo

Playing photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

- DIRECT NAVIGATOR (PHOTO) screen . . . . . . . . .62

- Photo play option. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 - Slideshow Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 Editing photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 Copying photos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

- Selecting and copying the photos . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

- Copying automatically. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

Music

Playing music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 - Copying music to HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

- Playing music recorded on HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

- Operations during music play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 Editing music/playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

With Other Equipment

Recording from external equipment . . . . . . . .70 - Manual Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

- Flexible Recording via AV input. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70 - Linked timer recording

(SKY Digital STB, etc.)–EXT LINK . . . . . . . . . . . . .71 Copying the HD Video or the SD Video . . . . .72

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

- Copying SD Video (MPEG2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73 Smart Home Networking (DLNA) . . . . . . . . . .74

- Using this unit as Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74 - Using this unit as Client. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75 - Using this unit as Media Renderer . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Convenient functions

VIERA Connect

(Enjoying Internet Service) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

- To enjoy video communication (e.g., SkypeTM) . . . . .77 Media management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

Registering the external HDD
(USB HDD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		. 80
- Connecting the USB HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		. 80
- Disconnecting the USB HDD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		80
- Registering the USB HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		81
VIERA Link/Q Link functions . . . . . . . . . . . . .		82
Playback menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		84
Changing the unit’s settings (Setup) . . . . . . .		86
- Common procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		86
- DVB Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		88
- HDD / Disc / USB HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		91
-	Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	93
- Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		94
-	Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	95
- Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		96
- Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		98
-	Others . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	99
-	Language code list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	101
Software (Firmware) Update . . . . . . . . . . . .		102
-	Update software (firmware) of this unit. . . . . . . . .	102
- CI Plus compatible CAM
	software (firmware) update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	103
Other operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		104
-	Entering text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	104
-	Switching the aspect ratio of the screen . . . . . . . .	104
- HOLD function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		104
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		105
-	General operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	105
-	Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	106
- TV screen and video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		106
- Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		107
-	Recording, timer recording and copying . . . . . . . .	108
-	Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	109
-	Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	109
- Photo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		110
- Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		110
- USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		110
- TV Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		110
-	Broadcast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	110
- VIERA Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		111
- Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		111
- Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		111
-	Messages on the unit’s display . . . . . . . . . . . . .	112
- When you experience problems
	with Easy Network Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	113

Reference

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Licenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

About descriptions in these operating instructions

•These operating instructions are applicable to models DMR-BST820, DMR-BST720 and DMR-BST721. The illustrations in these Operating Instructions show images of DMR-BST820 unless otherwise indicated.

•[BST820] :indicates features applicable to DMR-BST820 only.

•[BST720] :indicates features applicable to DMR-BST720 only.

•[BST721] :indicates features applicable to DMR-BST721 only.

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

Getting started

Watching broadcasts

Recording

Playing back video

Editing video

Copying video

Photo

Music

With Other Equipment

Convenient functions

Troubleshooting

Reference

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Recordable/playable contents

				(–: Impossible)
Media type	Standard symbol	Recordable contents	Playable contents
		• Video
		• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D
Built-in hard disk drive	[HDD]	• JPEG
(HDD)§1		• MPO (3D photo)
		• Music copied from music CD
		• MP3
External HDD §1, 2, 3	[USB_HDD]	• Video
(> 80)
BD-Video			• Video
	[BD-V]	–
BD-RE§1		• Video
	[BD-RE]	• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D§4
		• JPEG
		• MPO (3D photo)
BD-R		• Video
	[BD-R]	• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D§4
			• DivX®	• MKV
		–
DVD-Video§5			• Video
	[DVD-V]	–
DVD-RAM§1		• Video
	[RAM]	• JPEG
		• MPO (3D photo)
		–	• AVCHD§4
DVD-R		• Video
DVD-R DL		• AVCHD§4
	[DVD-R]		• DivX®	• MKV
			• JPEG	• MP3
		–
			• MPO (3D photo)
DVD-RW§1		• Video
	[DVD-RW]	–	• AVCHD§4
+R/+R DL	[+R]	• Video
		–	• AVCHD§4
+RW§1	[+RW]	• Video
		–	• AVCHD§4

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(–: Impossible)

	Media type	Standard symbol	Recordable contents	Playable contents
	Audio CD (CD-DA)			• Music
			–
		[CD]		• DivX®	• MKV
	CD
			–	• JPEG	• MP3
	(including CD-R/RW)
				• MPO (3D photo)
	SD Cards§1		• JPEG	• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D§4
		[SD]	• MPO (3D photo)	• SD Video (MPEG2)§6
				• MP4	• JPEG
				• MPO (3D photo)
				• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D§4, 7
				• SD Video (MPEG2)§6
	USB memories	[USB]	–	• MP4	• MPEG2
				• DivX®	• MKV
				• JPEG	• MP3
				• MPO (3D photo)

§1 Rewritable media

§2 Referred to as “USB HDD” in these operating instructions.

§3 It cannot be recorded directly. (Only compatible with copying from the built-in HDD)

§4 Recorded with AVCHD format compatible devices (Panasonic video camera, etc.). It may not be able to play back, add, or edit depending on the device.

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

§6 Recorded with SD-Video format compatible devices (Panasonic video camera, etc.). It can be played back only after copying to HDD. (> 73)

§7 It cannot be played back directly from the USB memory. Playback is possible by copying to the HDD. (> 72)

•[+RW] This unit cannot record to 8X Speed +RW disc.

•[USB] Video images of the copyright-protected DivX contents stored on USB device can be output only through the HDMI output terminal.

•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.

Playable contents on a DLNA server

When this unit works as a DLNA client (> 75), following contents are playable.

• Recorded video§	• AVCHD§	• MP4	• MPEG2
• JPEG	• MPO (3D photo)	• MP3	• FLAC

§Only when the server is another DIGA. (> 74)

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

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HDD and media information

Recording mode

Recording Mode	DR	HG/HX/HE/HL/HM	XP/SP/LP/EP/FR
Feature	Programmes can be	Recording can be done	Recording can be done
	recorded in a nearly	with reduced recording	with reduced recording
	perfect broadcasted state.	volume in HD quality.	volume in SD quality.
Quality	Quality as the broadcast	High definition§1	Standard definition
Recordable
media
Multiple audio	Record all multiple audio	Record only one audio
Subtitles /	Can be recorded	Can be recorded (only one subtitle or teletext)§2
Teletext
Surround audio	Surround audio as the	Surround audio produced	Stereo audio
	broadcast	by conversion of
		broadcast audio format

§1

§2

The SD quality programme can not be converted to HD quality. You cannot select during play whether it appears or disappears.

Approximate recording times

Refer to “Recording modes and approximate recording times”. (> 119)

•FR (Flexible Recording Mode)

The unit automatically selects the best possible recording rate between XP and EP (8 hours).

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Notes

About extension of files

File format				Extension
JPEG	“.JPG”	“.jpg”
MPO (3D photo)	“.MPO”	“.mpo”
MP3	“.MP3”	“.mp3”
DivX	“.DIVX”	“.divx”	“.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”
MPEG2	“.MPG”	“.mpg”	“.MPEG”	“.mpeg”	“.M2TS”	“.m2ts”	“.MTS”
	“.mts”	“.TS”	“.ts”
MP4	“.MP4”	“.mp4”	“.MOV”	“.mov”

§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.

Notes for the disc

•Disc recorded on another device

•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.

•[DVD-RW] Recorded in DVD Video Recording (DVD-VR) format

-This unit can play back and copy to HDD.

-This unit does not support editing or recording.

-It is possible to record and edit with DVD-Video (DVD-V) format by formatting discs with this unit.

•Recording may not be possible to discs which were used for recording on other equipment.

•Play on other players

•[BD-RE] [BD-R] When these discs cannot be played back on other Blu-ray Disc players, etc. (e.g., title recorded with HE-AAC audio format), convert the recording mode to play them back. (> 51, File Conversion)

•[DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW] Finalisation is needed. (> 79)

•[+RW] If the disc failed to play on other equipment, we recommend you create a Top Menu (> 79).

•Regarding 8 cm Disc

This unit cannot record or edit the 8 cm disc. Only playback or copy to the HDD is possible.

• Discs that cannot be played

- DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from their cartridges

- 2.6 and 5.2 GB DVD-RAM, 12 cm	- DVD-Audio
- HD DVD	- WMA discs, DivX Plus HD discs
- 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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HDD and media information

Notes for the USB devices

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

•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.)

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

•USB memories support DivX and MKV files less than 4 GB.

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 Disc/Format Card”. (> 78)

•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.)

Media handling

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

DO

DO NOT

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

DO

DO NOT

• 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.

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.

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Unit care

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.

•The HDD is a temporary storage device

• The HDD is not an everlasting storage device. It is recommended to save the recorded content on a disc or to keep the original data or CDs that they were copied from.

• If you notice a problem with the HDD such as repetitive strange sounds, immediately save (backup) all content and request service. If you continue using the HDD with a problem, the unit or the recorded content will be damaged.

•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.

Getting started

•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.

1Switch the unit to standby mode. (Wait until “BYE” disappears from the display.)

2Remove the AC mains lead from the household mains socket.

3Move 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 available for sale in all countries, e.g. not available in Germany, please consult your Panasonic dealer for advice.

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.

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Control reference guide

Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control.

Remote control

1 Transmit the remote control signal

•Point it at remote control signal sensor on this unit. (> 13)

2Switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa

3 Select drive (HDD, BD, SD or USB)

4Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter numbers or characters

5Switch to the previously watched channel (> 27)

6Basic operations for recording and play, REWIND LIVE TV/PAUSE LIVE TV (> 30)

7 Show Information (> 28, 40, 44)

8 Selection/OK, Frame-by-frame (> 45)

9Show DIRECT NAVIGATOR, Top Menu, Pop-up Menu (> 39)

: Show OPTION menu (> 49, 64, 69)

;Colour buttons (Use in accordance with instruction on the screen.)

< Start recording (> 31, 70)

=Select a conversion mode/recording mode (> 31, 70)

> Show the Timer Recording screen (> 36)

?Create chapter (> 45)

@Input select (> 27, 70)

ATo delete unwanted recorded titles, timer programmes, photos or music (> 48)

B TV operation buttons (> 21)

CChannel select (> 27)/Change pages in the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen etc.

D Show the VIERA Connect screen (> 77) E Switching to the radio channel list (> 27) F Start up a video communication (> 77)

G Exit the menu screen

H Show the TV Guide screen (> 28)

I Show the FUNCTION MENU screen (> 26) J Return to previous screen

K Show subtitles (> 29, 46) L Show Teletext (> 29, 46) M Select audio (> 29, 46)

N Skip the specified time (> 45)

O Skip approx. 1 minute forward (> 45)

P Skip approx. 10 seconds backward (> 45)

						TV
		DRIVE				INPUT	VOL	CH
		SELECT				AV
		1				2	3	PAGE
						abc	def	CH
		4				5	6
			ghi
						jkl	mno
			p			8tuv	w	INTERNET
		7qrs					9xyz
						0	RADIO/
							TV
		LASTVIEW					SLOW/SEARCH
					SKIP		REWINDLIVETV
		STOP				PAUSE PLAY/x1.3
		STATUS				PAUSE LIVE TV		EXIT
						GUIDE
					R
								N
				O				F
			T					U
								C
		A						T
		IG						I
		A						O
		V						N
		T
		N				OK		M
		E
		C						E
		R
		D						N
		I						U
		OPTION						RETURN
		REC RECMODE TEXT						STTL
		PROG/CHECK CHAPTER TIMESLIP AUDIO
		INPUTSELECT				DEL	MANUALSKIP
							-10s	+60s

Insert batteries

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

R6/LR6, AA

(Alkaline or manganese batteries)

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Main unit

Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray and insert or remove a disc.

	USB memory							Pull to flip down

the front panel.

SD card

1Standby/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.

2Recording indicator

•The indicator will light up while recording.

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

3 CALL LED

•The LED will light up when this unit receives incoming call etc. of the video communication. (> 77)

4Remote control signal sensor

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

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

5 Open/close disc tray

6 Disc tray

7 USB port

8 SD card slot

•When removing the SD card, press on the centre of the card and pull it straight out.

9 Stop

: Start play

; CI (Common Interface) slot (> 14)

<CI module eject button (> 14)

=[BST820] Blue LED

•It is possible to set the LED to turn on/off. (> 95, Blue LED)

> Display
1	2	3	4	5	6	7 8
HDD		COPY	USB	SD	EXT -L
SD						PLAY
BD
			9			10

1Drive (HDD, BD or SD) indicator

2Disc indicator

3Copying indicator

4USB port indicator

5SD card slot indicator

6EXT LINK indicator

7Timer recording indicator

•This indicator lights up when the timer recording standby is activated.

8Remote control signal indicator

9Main display section indicator

-Current time

-Playback counter

-Various messages (> 112)

10Playback indicator

•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.

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CI module

An appropriate CI module is required to view or record the encrypted broadcast.

You need a CI module, CAM (Conditional Access Module) together with a certified Smart Card, and a subscription with the corresponding broadcaster.

• If not viewing/recording an encrypted broadcast, you do not need to insert the CI module.

1 Insert the certified Smart Card into the CAM (both optional).

CAM

Smart Card

CI module

2 Insert the CI module into the CI (Common Interface) slot of this unit.

CI (Common Interface) slot

This unit

CI module

TV service encryption is automatically cancelled and the service can be viewed or recorded. (The recording might be prohibited by broadcasters.)

•Depending on the CI module, a PIN may be demanded. If prompted to enter a PIN code, enter the set PIN code with the number buttons.

Notes for recording of an encrypted broadcast (> 33)

•You can insert one or two different CAMs with Smart Cards into this unit.

•Be sure to insert the CI module horizontally into the slot.

•Insert the CAM and the Smart Card with the correct direction.

•When removing the CI module, press the CI module eject button and pull it straight out.

•For more details, see the manual of the CAM and Smart Card, or consult the dealer.

•The Common Interface supports the modules according to DVB Specification and CI Plus Specification.

•Turn off the unit before you insert or remove the CI module.

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About CI Plus compatible broadcast

“CI Plus” is a technical specification that imposes copy protection on the broadcasted programmes.

•All CI Plus protected programmes are encrypted.

It may take some time to display the encrypted programme.

∫Retention limit

There are some titles for which the playback will be disabled after a predetermined time. (e.g., Permitted playback period is 90 minutes after recording.)

•When the programme is imposed a limit on the playable period, the icon will appear on the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen after recording. (> 39)

•These titles cannot be copied to the USB HDD or disc. (> below, Copying is prohibited)

∫CI Plus copy protection

When the CI Plus compatible broadcast is recorded, the title may be copy protected.

•There are following types of the copy protection depending on the broadcast:

Copying not restricted

•Depending on the programme, you can copy only to USB HDD§, BD-RE, BD-R, or DVD-RAM (CPRM compatible discs only).

§ The original title will be deleted.

One generation copy is permitted

•You can copy to USB HDD, BD-RE, BD-R or DVD-RAM (CPRM compatible discs only) only once.

The original title will be deleted.

•You cannot copy from the copied BD-RE, BD-R or DVD-RAM (CPRM compatible discs) to HDD or another disc.

Copying is prohibited

• You cannot copy to the USB HDD or disc.

For details, refer to your CAM’s operating instructions or consult your dealer.

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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.

∫Satellite cable

•To record two programmes simultaneously or view TV during recording A Connect both LNB IN 1 and LNB IN 2 to the satellite dish.

B When using Single cable router, connect satellite cable to LNB IN 1 terminal and activate two user bands. (> 24)

•When you use only one satellite cable

C Connect LNB IN 1 terminal. (Two programmes simultaneous recording and viewing TV during recording are impossible)

Satellite cable (> above)

Satellite dish		Satellite dish		Satellite dish
Multi switcher		Single cable
		router
LNB 13V/ 18V 400mA max		LNB 13V/ 18V 400mA max		LNB 13V/ 18V 400mA max
IN 1	IN 2	IN 1	IN 2	IN 1	IN 2

Cooling fan

LNB 13V/ 18V 400mA max

IN 1

IN 2

AC mains lead (supplied)

•Connect only after all other connections are complete.

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

AV1

(TV)

VIDEO RGB/S VIDEO

AV2

(EXT)

VIDEO

S VIDEO

This unit’s rear panel

HDMI cable

HDMI

TV’s rear panel

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If the TV does not have the HDMI terminal

Connect the TV with the 21-pin Scart cable or the Audio/Video cable. (> 19)

To connect and register the USB HDD (optional)

Refer to “Registering the external HDD (USB HDD)”. (> 80)

To connect the Communication Camera (optional)

Refer to “VIERA Connect (Enjoying Internet Service)”. (> 77)

About HDMI cable

•Use the High Speed HDMI cables. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.

•When outputting 1080p signal, please use HDMI Cables 5.0 meters or less.

•Recommended Panasonic HDMI cable part number:

RP-CDHS15 (1.5 m), RP-CDHS30 (3.0 m), RP-CDHS50 (5.0 m), etc.

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 (“Power Save in Standby” is activated)]

•The HDMI connection supports VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” (> 82).

However, to perform PAUSE LIVE TV (> 30) and Direct TV Recording (> 82) for broadcasts that cannot be received by this unit, you need to connect a 21-pin Scart cable. (> 19)

•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.)

Getting started

Connect the Set Top Box or video equipment

AV1

(TV)

VIDEO RGB/S VIDEO

AV2

(EXT)

VIDEO

S VIDEO

21-pin Scart cable

AV §

Set Top Box or video equipment

§A 21-pin Adaptor is required for AUDIO/VIDEO terminal.

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Connection

Amplifier/receiver connections

HDMI terminal

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.

TV

HDMI

(ARC compatible)

HDMI cable

Amplifier/ receiver

HDMI OUT

HDMI IN

(ARC compatible)

HDMI cable

LNB 13V/ 18V 400mA max

IN 1

IN 2

∫ Amplifier/receiver not compatible with 3D

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

• This connection only supports up to 5.1ch.

Amplifier/receiver

TV

HDMI IN

(ARC compatible)

HDMI cable

HDMI

HDMI

(ARC compatible)

HDMI cable

LNB 13V/ 18V 400mA max

IN 1

IN 2

•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.

•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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DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal

∫ Using Optical digital audio cable

OPTICAL IN

Amplifier/receiver

Optical digital audio cable

AV1

(TV)

VIDEO RGB/S VIDEO

AV2

(EXT)

VIDEO

S VIDEO

∫ Using Coaxial cable

Amplifier/receiver

COAXIAL IN

Coaxial cable

AV1

(TV)

VIDEO RGB/S VIDEO

AV2

(EXT)

VIDEO

S VIDEO

Getting started

Other TV connections

21-pin Scart terminal

AV

TV

21-pin Scart cable

AV1

(TV)

VIDEO RGB/S VIDEO

AV2

(EXT)

VIDEO

S VIDEO

•Set according to the connected TV. (> 97, AV1 Output)

•The 21-pin Scart cable connection with the Q Link compatible TV supports “Q Link” (> 82).

•3D video playback is not possible with this connection.

•When you do not want the audio to be output from the TV, set “HDMI Audio Output” to “Off” (> 86, 96).

AUDIO OUT terminal

• Connect to terminals of the same colour.

Amplifier/receiver

AUDIO IN

R L

Audio cable

AV1

(TV)

VIDEO RGB/S VIDEO

AV2

(EXT)

VIDEO

S VIDEO

AUDIO/VIDEO OUT terminals

• Connect to terminals of the same colour.

AUDIO IN VIDEO IN

R L

TV

Audio/Video cable

AV1

(TV)

VIDEO RGB/S VIDEO

AV2

(EXT)

VIDEO

S VIDEO

•3D video playback is not possible with this connection.

•Do not connect video signals through a video recorder. Due to copy guard protection the picture may not be displayed properly.

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Connection

Network connection

Following functions will be available when this unit is connected to the network.

•Smart Home Networking (DLNA) (> 74)

•VIERA Connect (Enjoying Internet Service) (> 77)

•BD-Live functions with Internet (> 43)

•Automatically acquiring the information of the CD (> 66)

•Updating the software (firmware) of this unit from Internet (> 102)

•Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV (> 29)

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. (> 23, Easy Network Setting)

LAN cable connection

LNB 13V/ 18V 400mA max

IN 1

IN 2

LAN (ethernet) cable

Broadband router, etc.

Internet

•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

Wireless router, etc.

Internet

•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.

∫ 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.

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Settings

				TV
DRIVE				INPUT	VOL	CH
SELECT				AV
1				2abc	3def	PAGE
						CH
4				5	6
	ghi
				jkl	mno
	p			8tuv	w	INTERNET
7qrs					9xyz
				0	TV
					RADIO/
LAST VIEW					SLOW/SEARCH
			SKIP		REWINDLIVETV
STOP				PAUSE PLAY/x1.3
STATUS				PAUSE LIVE TV		EXIT
				GUIDE
			R			U
	T	O				F
						N
						C
A						T
IG						I
V						O
A
N						N
T				OK
E						M
C						E
R
D						N
I						U
OPTION						RETURN
REC RECMODE					TEXT	STTL
PROG/CHECK CHAPTER TIMESLIP AUDIO
INPUTSELECT				DEL	MANUALSKIP
					-10s	+60s

TV operation buttons (> right)

To exit the screen

Select and enter buttons

FUNCTION MENU (> 26)

To return to the previous screen

Getting started

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	NEC	36
AIWA	35	NOBLEX	33
AKAI	27/30	NOKIA	25/26/27/60/61
BEKO	05/71/72/73/74	NORDMENDE	10
BENQ	58/59	OLEVIA	45
BRANDT	10/15	ONWA	30/39/70
BUSH	05	ORION	05
CENTREX	66	PEONY	49/69
CURTIS	05	PHILCO	41/48/64
DAEWOO	64/65	PHILIPS	05/06/46
DESMET	05	PHONOLA	05
DUAL	05	PIONEER	37/38
ELEMIS	05	PROVIEW	52
FERGUSON	10/34	PYE	05
FINLUX	61	RADIOLA	05
FISHER	21	SABA	10
FUJITSU	53	SALORA	26
FUNAI	63/67	SAMSUNG	32/42/43/65/68
GOLDSTAR	05/50/51	SANSUI	05
GOODMANS	05	SANYO	21/54/55/56
GRADIENTE	36	SCHNEIDER	05/29/30
GRUNDIG	09	SEG	05/69/75/76/77/78
HITACHI	05/22/23/40/41	SELECO	05/25
IRRADIO	30	SHARP	18
ITT	25	SIEMENS	09
JVC	17/30/39/70	SINUDYNE	05
KDS	52	SONY	08
KOLIN	45	TCL	31/33/66/67/69
KONKA	62	TELEFUNKEN	10/11/12/13/14
LG	05/50/51	TEVION	52
LOEWE	07/46	THOMSON	10/15/44
MAG	52	TOSHIBA	16/57
METZ	05/28/79	WHITE	05
MITSUBISHI	05/19/20/47	WESTINGHOUSE
MIVAR	24	YAMAHA	18/41

•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.

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Settings

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 Select the language.

When using a Single cable router

1Press [RETURN ] after selecting the language.

2Go to page 24, step 1.

4 Follow the on-screen instructions and make the following settings.

•Country

•Number of cables to connect

•Search mode

Auto Setup starts.

These operations (Searching Satellite and Searching Channels) may take some time.

Auto Setup

Satellite		Checking LNB1
Progress	0%	100%

This will take up to 40 minutes.

LNB in 1	...Checking		LNB in 2	...Checking
Satellite

Press RETURN to skip Satellite installation

Searching Satellite

RETURN

After tuning has been completed, clock will be set automatically.

If the clock setting screen appears, set the time manually (> 100, Clock).

5 Set “Power Save” to “On”, “On Timer” or “Off”, then press [OK].

Power Save in Standby

		Power Save
				On
From		To
0			6

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•On§

It will go into the Power Save in Standby mode.

•On Timer§

Set the start and stop time and then press [OK].

•“Power Save in Standby” is activated when the set time comes.

•Off

It is possible to start quickly from standby mode. (Quick Start mode)

•If you use Home Network function (> 99), select “Off”. This function is not available with other settings.

§“Unit’s Display” is fixed to “Automatic” in the Setup menu. (> 95)

Video from AV2 input cannot be viewed with this unit in standby mode.

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

•Select “Yes” to proceed to “Easy Network Setting”. (> 23)

•Select “No” to finish the Easy Setting.

To stop partway

Press [RETURN ].

To restart setup

1Press [FUNCTION MENU]. (> 21)

2Select “Setup” in “Others”, then press [OK].

3Select “Auto Setup” in “DVB Tuning”, then press [OK].

•If you are asked to select the auto setup method, refer to “Auto Setup”. (> 89)

4Select “Yes”, then press [OK].

If the TV aspect setting screen appears

Refer to “TV Aspect”. (> 96)

To confirm that channels have been tuned correctly

Refer to “Using Channel List”. (> 27)

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

Getting started

Easy Network Setting

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

Preparation

•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.

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

“Wireless” connection:

-Wireless Settings

-Home Network Connection Check

-Home Network function

-Internet Connection Test

3 When “Easy Network Setting is finished.” appears.

Press [OK].

Connection method to wireless access point

Search for wireless network:

1Select “Search for wireless network”, then press [OK].

2The 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”. (> 86, 98)

•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.

1Select “WPS (PUSH button)”, then press [OK].

2Press WPS button or corresponding button of Wireless router until the lamp starts flashing.

e.g.,

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

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

3 Press [OK].

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Settings

When you experience problems

Refer to “When you experience problems with Easy Network Setting”. (> 113)

To restart Easy Network Setting

1Press [FUNCTION MENU]. (> 21)

2Select “Setup” in “Others”, then press [OK].

3Select “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:

1Press [FUNCTION MENU]. (> 21)

2Select “Setup” in “Others”, then press [OK].

3Select “Network Settings” in “Network”, then press [OK].

4Refer to “Network Settings”. (> 98)

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.

•Home Network function setting can be set only when you selected “Off” for “Power Save in Standby” in “Easy Setting”. (> 22, step 5)

•Even if you set “Home Network function” to “Off”, it is possible to set to “On” later. (> 86, 99)

•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.

Auto Setup method when using a single cable router

When a single cable router is used, it is necessary to change the settings of this unit and then run Auto Setup.

1 Press [FUNCTION MENU].

2 Select “Setup” in “Others”, then press [OK].

Setup

DVB Tuning

HDD / Disc / USB HDD

Picture

Sound

Display

Connection

Network

Others

OK

RETURN

3 Select “Antenna System” in “DVB Tuning”.

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4 Press [2, 1] to select “Single Cable”.

DVB Tuning

Favourites Edit

Channel List

Auto Setup

Manual Tuning

Update Channel List

Exchange Channel List

Signal Condition

Antenna System Single Cable

LNB Configuration

Preferred Language

RETURN

5 Press [3, 4] to select “Auto Setup”, then press [OK].

1Select “Yes”, then press [OK].

2Select the country, then press [OK].

6 Make the settings of user band.

User Band Settings

Start Auto Setup

Please confirm user band settings before starting Auto Setup.

Tuner 1

User Band	C1
User Band Frequency	1284 MHz (preset: 1284 MHz)
User Band PIN	Off
Tuner 2
User Band	C2
User Band Frequency	1400 MHz (preset: 1400 MHz)
User Band PIN	Off

Select

OK

RETURN

•User Band

You can set C1 to C8. Set to a User Band not used by any other device.

•When only one User Band of the Router is assigned, set “Tuner 2” to “Off”. Note that you will not be able to record two programmes simultaneously or watch TV during recording.

•User Band Frequency

Set the User Band Frequency with number buttons.

•User Band PIN

If the single cable router requires a PIN to access an user band, enter the PIN.

•For details, read the manual of the single cable router, etc.

Getting started

7 Select “Start Auto Setup”, then press [OK].

8 Select the search mode, then press [OK].

Auto Setup starts.

These operations (Searching Satellite and Searching Channels) may take some time.

Auto Setup

Satellite		Checking LNB1
Progress	0%	100%

This will take up to 40 minutes.

Tuner 1	...Checking		Tuner 2	...Checking
Satellite

Press RETURN to skip Satellite installation

Searching Satellite

RETURN

After tuning has been completed, clock will be set automatically.

If the clock setting screen appears, set the time manually (> 100, Clock).

To set Power Save settings

1Press [FUNCTION MENU].

2Select “Setup” in “Others”, then press [OK].

3Select “Standby Settings” in “Others”, then press [OK].

4Select “Power Save in Standby”, then press [OK].

5Refer to page 22, step 5.

To start Easy Network Setting

1Press [FUNCTION MENU].

2Select “Setup” in “Others”, then press [OK].

3Select “Easy Network Setting” in “Network”, then press [OK].

4Refer to page 23.

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Getting started

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].

FUNCTION MENU

HDD

Playback Contents

TV Guide

Timer Recording

Copy

Network

View

Others

Drive Select

Disc / SD Card / USB / USB HDD

OK

RETURN

2 Select the item, then press [OK]

e.g.,

Playback Contents

		TV Guide	OK

Timer Recording

Copy

Network

View

Others

Press

Video

Photo

Music

FUNCTION MENU list

FUNCTION MENU Playback Contents

Video (> 39)

Video ( AVCHD ) (> 43) Video ( MP4 ) (> 42) Photo (> 62)

Music (> 66) Top Menu (> 42) Menu (> 42)

TV Guide (> 28)

Timer Recording (> 36) Copy

Copy Video (> 56)

Copy Video (AVCHD) to DVD-R (> 61) Network

Home Network ( DLNA Client ) (> 75) Home Network ( Media Renderer ) (> 76) Network Service (> 77)

View (> 27)

•“View” is displayed when this unit is connected with the TV that supports “HDAVI

Control 2” or later. (> 82) Others

Ext Link Standby (> 71) Playlists (> 42)

Flexible Recording via AV input (> 70) Copy Video ( AVCHD ) (> 72)

Copy Video ( MPEG2 ) (> 73) Copy New Photos (> 65) Blu-ray Disc Management (> 78) DVD Management (> 78)

SD Card Management (> 78) BD-Video Data Management (> 43) Setup (> 86)

•You can change the unit’s settings of DVB Tuning, Sound, Display, Connection,

Network etc. in the Setup menu. Drive Select

HDD

Blu-ray Disc / DVD SD Card

USB Device

USB HDD

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

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atching	Watching broadcasts
oadcasts

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

1 Press [INPUT SELECT] and select “TV”, then press [OK].

Input Selection

AV1

AV2

TV

Select

Change

RETURN

2 Press [CH W X] to select the channel.

			HDD
			71:20 DR
			1
1	NEWS		10:30
	9:00 - 11:00		All DVB Channels
	Now	Set timer	Change category
	Dolby D
			Channel information (> 28)

•You can also select the channel by the following operations

-Using number buttons.

-Using Channel List (> right)

-Using TV Guide system (> 28)

-Using channel information (> 28)

To switch to the channel you have previously watched

Press [LAST VIEW ].

•This function does not work correctly depending on the situations.

To switch to the radio channels or to the all channels

Press [RADIO/TV].

•When you are watching the 3D programme, subtitles and TV Guide, etc., may not display correctly depending on the settings. (> 46, 47, 3D Type, Signal Format)

Watching broadcasts

If encrypted channels do not appear

To watch an encrypted broadcast, insert the CI module into the CI slot. (> 14)

•Depending on the CI module, a PIN may be demanded. If prompted to enter a PIN code, enter the set PIN code with the number buttons.

•Set according to the CI module. (> 86, 97, Common Interface)

Using Channel List

You can select from the list of channel names.

1 Press [OK].

All DVB Channels	Sorting 123...
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Select
View	Page up
RETURN	Page down
123/ABC	Category
Channel names	Encrypted channel

•To sort the channel, press the red button.

•To change the category, press the blue button.

2 Select the channel, then press [OK].

To skip unwanted channels

The channel is skipped next time you select the channel.

1While watching the broadcast to skip, press [DEL].

2Press [OK].

•You can select the skipped channel with the number buttons.

•When you want to restore the skipped channel, edit the Channel List. (> 86, 89)

To edit the Channel List

Refer to “Channel List”. (> 89)

•Selection of channel is made easy by creating a Favourite of the channels. (> 88, Favourites Edit)

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Watching broadcasts

Watching broadcasts

Using TV Guide system

1 Press [GUIDE].

TV Guide screen appears.

		TV Guide	SUN 01.01.2012	8:05	Category: All DVB Channels
		8:00 - 9:45
SUN 01.01	8:00	8:30	9:00	9:30	10:00	10:30
OK				Information		Page Up
RETURN						Page Down
Timer Rec.			+24 hours		Category

2 Select the programme, then press [OK].

3 Select “View”, then press [OK].

Page up/down

Press [CH W X].

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”. (> 35)

•Selection of channel is made easy by creating a Favourite of the channels you watch often. (> 88, Favourites Edit)

•If you make access to Rovi Guide via VIERA Connect, you can use an additional TV Guide which can search programmes by keywords and can display the detailed information, etc. (current as of April, 2012). (> 77)

Using channel information

While watching a programme

Press [STATUS ].

e.g.,

1	NEWS		10:30
	9:00 - 11:00		All DVB Channels
	Now	Set timer	Change category
	Dolby D

1 Current Category

2 Encrypted broadcast

3 Set timer (> 37)

4 Subtitle

5 Teletext

6 Multiple audio/Sub Channel

7Data service (Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV) (> 29)

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”. (> 88)

To switch between the current programme and the next programme

Press [2, 1].

To switch to another channel

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

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Operations while watching broadcast

To show subtitle

When “ ” appears in channel information (> 28)

Press [STTL ].

• Press again to hide subtitle.

To change subtitle language

1Press [OPTION].

2Select “Subtitle Language” in “Digital TV Menu”, then press [OK].

3Select the desired language.

• Press [EXIT ] to exit the screen.

•Some subtitle contents can be displayed using Teletext. (> right)

Switching audio

Press [AUDIO].

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

To use data service (Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV)

You can enjoy the interactive data services for digital broadcasting.

To use Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application, perform network connection and settings. (> 20, 23)

When notification message is displayed: Follow the on-screen instructions.

When the Teletext is included in data service:

When [TEXT ] is pressed, the Teletext of data service will be displayed.

Watching broadcasts

•Operation buttons:

[3, 4, 2, 1], [OK], number buttons or colour buttons, etc.

•Operations may vary depending on the broadcaster.

•On-screen instructions may not correspond to the remote control buttons.

•It may take some time to show the data service.

•Not all the data services are available depending on the broadcaster.

•Some functions of the data service may be deactivated during recording.

To show the Teletext

When “ ” appears in channel information (> 28)

1Press [TEXT ].

•When the Teletext of data service is displayed, press [TEXT ] again.

2Use [3, 4, 2, 1], number buttons or colour buttons, etc. according to on-screen instructions.

• You can change the display mode. (> 95, Teletext)

Aspect

You can switch the screen mode.

Refer to “Switching the aspect ratio of the screen”. (> 104)

To select the contents in the broadcast

When a programme includes audio signals etc., you can select signals.

1Press [OPTION].

2Select “Digital TV Menu”, then press [OK].

3Select “Multi Audio” or “Sub Channel”, then press [OK].

4Select the item.

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Watching broadcasts

Watching broadcasts

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).

•REWIND LIVE TV does not work when watching a programme via external input.

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 (> right), playback will be performed by that point.

Display information

While pausing or rewinding a broadcast: Press [STATUS ].

Pause	8:05	9:35
		8:50

• Press [STATUS ] again.

8:50:55 01.01.2012

Play 8:50.50

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While pausing a programme via external input: Press [STATUS ].

8:50:55 01.01.2012

Play 8:50.50

1The time that you can rewind the live programme.

2The 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 ∫].

2Select “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

-When setting clock manually (Copy protected title (Copying is prohibited) only) (> 15)

-While recording two programmes simultaneously

-While copying

-While watching a programme being recorded

-When a radio programme is selected

-While watching an encrypted programme

-REWIND LIVE TV:

When “REWIND LIVE TV” is set to “Off” (> 92)

-PAUSE LIVE TV:

When a timer recording via external input is started while watching a programme via external input

•PAUSE LIVE TV:

You can operate this unit with the TV remote control by using VIERA Link (> 82).

Refer to the TV operating instructions.

•PAUSE LIVE TV:

When you connect the TV with a HDMI cable and a 21-pin Scart cable, it is possible to pause programmes that cannot be received with the tuner of this unit.