PANASONIC DMRBWT700EB User Manual

Operating Instructions

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EB

Blu-ray Disc™ Recorder

Model No. DMR-BWT800

DMR-BWT700

Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.

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

DVB and the DVB logos are trademarks of the DVB Project.

∫ Region management information

BD­Video:

Example: Example:

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

Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.

This unit plays BD-Video marked with
labels containing the region code “B”.

DVD­Video:

This unit plays DVD-Video marked with labels
containing the region number “2” or “ALL”.

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Getting
started

Features

∫ 3D video and 3D photo playback

(> 51, 66)

3D videos and 3D photos can be played back
when this unit is connected to a 3D compatible TV
using a High Speed HDMI Cable and 2D video can
be enjoyed as 3D virtually.

∫ Wireless connection (> 12, 16)

This unit supports Wi-Fi technology and it is
possible to make a wireless connection.

[BWT800] A wireless LAN is built in.
[BWT700] A wireless connection can be made with

the Wireless LAN Adaptor (optional).

∫ DLNA (> 82, 83)

You can enjoy the video and photos saved on the
HDD of this unit on DLNA (Client) compatible
equipment connected via a network. Additionally,
you can enjoy viewing video, photos and music
saved on a DLNA Certified media server and
Panasonic DLNA compatible recorders.

∫ VIERA CAST (> 81)

Internet services (such as YouTube, Picasa Web
Albums, video communication, etc.) can be
accessed easily by using the VIERA CAST button.

∫ VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM” (> 84)

Operation of this unit can be controlled by the
remote control of the TV (VIERA) by connecting
with the HDMI cable to the TV (VIERA).

∫ DVB-T / DVB-T2 tuner built-in (> 26)

This unit has two DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting)
terrestrial tuners built-in.
DVB-T2 is an advanced digital terrestrial system
for more efficient transmission.
It is possible to record 2 programmes being
broadcasted at the same time.

∫ Supports Audio Description signal (> 29)

Audio Description (when broadcast) adds an
additional soundtrack to describe events on screen
(narration) and aids understanding and enjoyment,
particularly for visually-impaired viewers.

∫ Owner ID (> 102)

Owner ID is an anti-theft function. Entering the PIN
number and owner’s personal information will help
the Police to determine the owner in the case of
theft.

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Supplied accessories Using the remote control

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
(Product numbers correct as of March 2011. These
may be subject to change.)

1 Remote control (N2QAYB000614)

2 Batteries for remote control

1 AC mains lead (K2CT2YY00003)

≥Do not use AC mains lead with other equipment.

1 RF coaxial cable (K1TWACC00003)

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

R6/LR6, AA

≥Use alkaline or manganese batteries.

Point it at remote control signal sensor on this
unit. (> 9)

Getting started

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Safety precautions

WARNING CAUTION

∫ Unit

≥To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product

damage,
–Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping

or splashing.

Getting started

–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.

∫ 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.

∫ 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.

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Caution for AC Mains Lead

Figure A Figure B

Fuse
(5 ampere)

Fuse
(5 ampere)

For your safety, please read the following text
carefully.

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin
mains plug for your safety and convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure
that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere
and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO
THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH
THE LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL Ó OR
COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW.

THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF—KEEP DRY.

Before use

Remove the connector cover.

Getting started

Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI mark Ì on
the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must
ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used
until a replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from
your local dealer.

CAUTION!

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE
FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME
THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND
THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF
SAFELY.
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL

SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED
INTO ANY 13- AMPERE SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring
code as stated below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.
As these colours may not correspond with the
coloured markings identifying the terminals in your
plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to
the terminal which is marked with the letter N or
coloured Black or Blue.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected
to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or
coloured Brown or Red.

How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differ according to the type of
AC mains plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC
mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below.
Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.

1.Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

Figure A Figure B

Fuse cover

2.Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

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Table of contents

∫ Getting started

Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

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

Using the remote control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Caution for AC Mains Lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Control reference guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Main unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Basic Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Network connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Easy Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Network Easy Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

HDD and media information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Recording mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

HDD and media you can use for recording and play. . . . . 20

Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Common Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Preparations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Basic operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Menu screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

FUNCTION MENU screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

∫ Watching broadcasts

Watching broadcasts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Using TV Guide system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Using Channel List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Channel information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Operations while watching broadcast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

REWIND LIVE TV/PAUSE LIVE TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

∫ Recording

Recording TV programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Operation during recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Direct TV Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Various functions with Freeview+ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

To search the programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Timer recording from channel information. . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Manually programming timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Timer recording options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

To confirm and edit a timer programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

To cancel recording

when timer recording has already begun . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Notes on timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

∫ Playing back video

Playing BD-Video or DVD-Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Enjoying BD-Live or

picture-in-picture in BD-Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Playing recorded video contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Using the DIRECT NAVIGATOR (VIDEO) . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Playback from Chapter View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Operation during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Enjoying 3D video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

∫ Editing video

Deleting recorded titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Editing recorded titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

∫ Copying video

Copying titles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Copying to HDD with DIRECT NAVIGATOR . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Copying titles with copying list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Notes for copying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Copying Title Playing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Copying HD Video (AVCHD format) from HDD . . . . . . . . . 64

Copying a finalised disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

∫ Photo

Playing photos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Photo play option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Slideshow Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Editing photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Copying photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Selecting and copying the photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Copying automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

∫ Music

Playing music/Copying music to HDD. . . . . . . . . . 73

Playing music recorded on HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Operations during music play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Useful functions during music play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Editing music/playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

∫ With Other Equipment

Copying the HD Video or the SD Video . . . . . . . . . 77

Copying HD Video

(AVCHD format) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Copying SD Video

(MPEG2 format) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Recording from external equipment . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Manual Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Linked timer recording (SKY Digital STB, etc.)

–EXT LINK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

∫ Convenient functions

Enjoying VIERA CAST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

To enjoy video communication (ex. SkypeTM) . . . . . . . . . . 81

Playing contents

from other equipment (Server). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Playing contents on other equipment (Client) . . . 83

VIERA Link/Q Link functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Playback menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Media management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Entering text. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Changing the unit’s settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Common procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

HDD / Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Others . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Software (Firmware) Update. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Other Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Switching the aspect ratio of the screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

TV operation setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

HOLD function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Other Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Amplifier connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Other TV connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

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∫ Troubleshooting

Messages on the unit’s display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

TV screen and video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Recording, timer recording and copying . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Photo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

TV Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

Broadcast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

VIERA Link. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

To reset this unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

∫ Reference

Unit care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

Operations that can be performed

simultaneously . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Operations that can be performed

while recording or copying a title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Starting the timer recording

while executing other operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Regarding DivX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

Audio information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

About JPEG/MPO/MP3/DivX/MKV/MPEG2/

AVCHD files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Recording modes and approximate recording times . . . . 124

Maximum number of titles that can be recorded . . . . . . . 125

Licenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

Getting started

Watching broadcasts

Recording

Playing back video

Editing video

Copying video

Photo

Music

Glossary

Refer to following site for technical terms.

http://www.panasonic.co.uk/html/en_GB/
Technology/0-9/217724/index.html

With Other Equipment

Convenient functions

Troubleshooting

Reference

About descriptions in these operating
instructions

≥ These operating instructions are applicable to models

DMR-BWT800 and DMR-BWT700. The illustrations
in these Operating Instructions show images of
DMR-BWT800 unless otherwise indicated.
[BWT800] :
indicates features applicable to DMR-BWT800 only.
[BWT700] :
indicates features applicable to DMR-BWT700 only.

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

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STATUS

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MANUAL SKIP

REWIND LIVE TV

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RETURN

EXT LINK

DIRECT TV REC

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Control reference guide

Remote control

Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control.

1 Turn the unit on or off (> 14, 24)
2 Select drive (HDD, BD, SD or USB) (> 24)
3 Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter

numbers or characters (The character buttons may

be used when operating VIERA CAST contents.)

Getting started

4 To delete unwanted recorded titles, timer

programmes, photos or music (> 52)

5 Basic operations for recording and play
6 Show channel information (> 28)/Programme

information within TV Guide screen (> 26)/Show

status messages (> 49)/Show Information (> 47)

7 Selection/OK (> 25), Frame-by-frame (> 50)
8 Show DIRECT NAVIGATOR, Top menu, Pop-up

Menu (> 43, 46)

9 Show OPTION menu (> 53, 69, 76)
: Colour buttons

Use in accordance with instruction on the screen.

; Recording functions (> 32)
< Show digital text (> 29)
= Show subtitles (> 29)
> Create chapter (> 48)
? Skip the specified time (> 50)
@ Transmit the remote control signal
A TV operation area (> 105)
B Channel select (> 26)/

Change pages in the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen

etc. (> 46)

C Show VIERA CAST (> 81)
D Input select (> 26, 32, 79)
E Start up a video communication (> 81)
F Exit the menu screen
G Show the TV Guide screen (> 26)
H Show FUNCTION MENU screen (> 25
I Return to previous screen
J Direct TV recording (> 35)
K EXT LINK function (> 80)
L Show Timer Recording screen (> 40)
M Listen to Audio Description (> 29)
N Skip approx. 1 minute forward (> 49)
O Skip approx. 10 seconds backward (> 49)

)

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Main unit

















Pull to flip down the
front panel.

Getting started

1 Standby/on switch (Í/I) (> 14, 24)

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 Disc tray (> 24)
3 Blue LED

≥It is possible to set the LED to turn on/off. (> 98)

4 Recording indicator

≥The indicator will light up while recording.
≥The indicator will blink while recording is paused.

5 CALL LED

≥The LED will light up when this unit receives

incoming call etc. of the video communication.
(> 81)

6 Remote control signal sensor

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

right

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

7 Open/close disc tray (> 24)
8 USB port (> 24)
9 SD card slot (> 24)
: Stop
; Start play
< [BWT800] HDMI (SUB) V.OFF LED (Video off LED)

≥It is possible to set the LED to turn on/off. (> 98)

= Display

7

HDD

2 3 41 5 6

COPY

SDUSB

EXT -L

SD

BD

8

1 Disc indicator
2 Copying indicator (> 55)
3 USB port indicator
4 SD card slot indicator
5 EXT LINK indicator
6 Timer recording indicator

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

7 Remote control signal indicator
8 Drive (HDD, BD or SD) indicator
9 Main display section indicator

Current time/playback counter, various
messages

10 Playback indicator

¾ Rear panel terminals (> 10-12, 106, 107)

910

PLAY

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Basic Connection

HDMI AV

RF IN

HDMI

AV OUT

(MAIN)

AV1 (TV)

RFINRF

OUT

AC IN

HDMI cable

21-pin Scart cable

Aerial cable

RF Coaxial cable (supplied)

AC mains lead (supplied)

TV’s rear panel

This unit’s rear panel

To household mains socket

(AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz)

Connect only after
all other
connections are
complete.

To the aerial

§

[BWT700] HDMI AV OUT

When connected to an HDMI compatible unit, you can enjoy high quality, digital video and audio.

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

≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.
≥Other TV and amplifier connections (> 106)

BE SURE TO READ THE CAUTION FOR AC MAINS LEAD ON PAGE 5

Getting started

Required setting:

Set “HDMI Audio Output” to “On” (> 99).
(The default setting is “On”.)

After completing the connections, proceed to Easy Setting (> 14).

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≥ You can view only with the 21-pin Scart cable connection, without connecting an HDMI cable. Set according to the

connected TV. (> 99, AV1 Output)

≥ The 21-pin Scart cable connection with the Q Link compatible TV supports “Q Link” (> 84).
≥ Keep the RF coaxial cables as far away as possible from other cables.
≥ Do not roll up the RF coaxial cables.

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About HDMI cable

This unit’s rear panel

Set Top Box or video equipment

(Satellite receiver, CATV, VCR, etc.)

TV

VCR

This unit

DO NOT

≥Please use High Speed HDMI Cables that have the

HDMI logo (as shown on the cover).

≥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.

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≥ The HDMI connection supports VIERA Link “HDAVI

Control” (> 84).
However, to perform PAUSE LIVE TV (> 30) and Direct
TV Recording (> 35) for programmes that cannot be
received by this unit, you need to connect a 21-pin Scart
cable.
([BWT800] VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” can only be used
on the connection from the HDMI (MAIN) terminal.)

≥ 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.)

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 it is turned off

[approx. 0.2 W (“Power Save in Standby” is
activated and “RF OUT ( Aerial Signal )” is set to
“Off”)]

When connecting the Set Top Box or
video equipment

AV2 (EXT)

21-pin
Scart cable

※

AV

§

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

Connect the unit directly to the TV

If you connect the unit through an
AV selector or VCR to the TV, video
signal will be affected by copy
protection systems and the picture
may not be shown correctly.

≥When connecting to a TV with a

built-in VCR

Connect to the input terminals on
the TV side if there are both TV
and VCR input terminals.

Getting started

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Basic Connection

10BASE-T/

100BASE-TX

LAN

This unit’s rear panel

Broadband router,
etc.

Internet

LAN cable

(Straight)

Internet

Wireless router,

etc.

This unit’s rear panel

Wireless LAN
Adaptor

[BWT700]

Network connection

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

≥DLNA functions (> 82, 83)
≥Network Service functions (> 81)
≥BD-Live functions with Internet (> 43)
≥Automatically acquiring the title of the CD (> 73)
≥Updating the software (firmware) of this unit from

Getting started

Internet (> 104)

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

LAN (ethernet) cable connection

Wireless LAN connection

≥[BWT800] Wireless LAN is built in. (There is no need

to connect a Wireless LAN Adaptor.)

≥[BWT700] Connect the Wireless LAN Adaptor

DY-WL10 (optional).

COMMUNICATION
CAMERA
WIRELESS LAN
ADAPTOR

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≥ 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.

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≥ [BWT700] Only the Wireless LAN Adaptor DY-WL10

(optional) can be used. Read the operating instructions for
the Wireless LAN Adaptor DY-WL10 (optional) thoroughly
when using it.
Connect/disconnect the Wireless LAN adaptor DY-WL10
(optional) when the unit is turned off and not using
functions that use the network, such as downloading a
programme, etc.

≥ 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 provided in airports, stations, cafes etc.

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∫ 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.

Getting started

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Settings

TIME SLIP

STATUS

AD

-10s +60s

REC MODE

PROG/CHECK

REC

TEXT STTL

CHAPTER

F

U

N

C

T

I

O

N

M

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N

U

D

I

R

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C

T

N

A

V

I

G

A

T

O

R

G

U

I

D

E

PLAY/x1.3

PAUSE

PAUSE LIVE TV

STOP

SLOW/SEARCH

SKIP

CH

PAGE

SELECT

INPUT

CH

AV



TV

DRIVE
SELECT



DEL

EXIT

OK

OPTION

MANUAL SKIP

VOL

0

2

abc

5

jkl

8

tuv

1

4

ghi

7

qrs

p

3

def

6

mno

9

xyz

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INPUT

REWIND LIVE TV

BACK/
RETURN

DIRECT TV REC

EXT LINK

Owner ID-Data Entry

PIN 0000
NAME
HOUSE NO

POSTCODE

RETURN

Change PIN

Select

Getting started

Easy Setting

1 Turn on the TV, then select the

appropriate AV input to suit the
connections to this unit.

2 Press [Í].

DVB Auto Setup starts.

DVB Auto Setup takes about 3 minutes.

DVB Auto Setup

Progress

This will take about 3 minutes.

CH

CH 21 68

QualityTyp eChannel Name

Free TV: 0 Pay TV: 0 Radio: 0 Data: 0

Actual number of channels may differ due to channel duplication

RETURN

Searching

≥After DVB Auto Setup has been completed,

clock will be set automatically.
If the clock setting menu appears, set the time
manually (> 102, Clock)

3 Enter the PIN.

This PIN will be used only for the Owner ID­Data Entry screen.

You now have the opportunity to enter your

details and help the police to crack crime.

See Instruction Book.

Owner ID

Please enter new PIN

PIN * * * *

RETURN

*

-

PIN entry

0

9

1 Press the number button to enter 4-digit PIN.
2 Repeat step 1 to confirm.

≥Make a note of PIN in case you forget it.

4 Set the Owner ID-Data Entry (“NAME”,

“HOUSE NO” and “POSTCODE”).

1 Select the item, then press [OK].

2 Select the character, then press [OK].
3 Repeat step 2.
4 Press [BACK/RETURN ].

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5 Press [BACK/RETURN ].

Power Save in Standby

From To

Power Save

0 6

On

6 Enter the new PIN.

Enter a new 4-digit PIN, then press OK.
This PIN will be used for controlling viewing and playback.
PIN will be set to “0000” by pressing “RETURN” when there is no
number input.

≥The default PIN is “0000”.

1 Select the number, then press [1] (right).
2 Repeat step 1.

≥Make a note of PIN in case you forget it.

3 Press [OK] twice.

PIN Entry

- - - -

RETURN

Number

-

0

9

7 Set “Power Save” to “On”, “On Timer”

or “Off”, then press [OK].

On It will go into the Power Save in

Standby mode.

On
Timer

Off It is possible to start quickly from the

≥Power consumption is lowered additionally

when “RF OUT ( Aerial Signal )” is set to “Off”.
(> 102)

≥Video from AV2 input cannot be viewed with

this unit in standby mode when Power Save in
Standby mode is activated.

Set the start and stop time and then
press [OK].
≥Power Save in Standby mode is

activated at the set time period.

standby mode. (Quick Start mode)
≥If you use Home Network ( DLNA )

Server function (> 101), select
“Off”. This function is not available
with other settings.

When the following screen appears, Easy Setting
is complete.

Easy Setting

Easy Setting has been completed.

To use Internet functions, network connection needs
to be made first. Proceed Network Easy Setting ?
Select “Yes” to start. Select “No” to exit the Setup.

Yes No

OK

≥Select “Yes” to proceed to “Network Easy Setting”.

(> 16)

≥Select “No” to finish the Easy Setting.

To stop partway

Press [BACK/RETURN ].

To restart set up

1 While stopped

Press [FUNCTION MENU].
2 Select “Setup” in “Others”, then press [OK].
3 Select “Auto Setup” in “Tuning”, then press [OK].

To display the Owner ID information on TV

1 While the unit is on, press and hold [OK], the

yellow button and the blue button on the remote

control at the same time for more than 5 seconds.

–“00 RET” is displayed on the unit’s display.
2 Repeatedly press [1] (right) on the remote control

or [Í/I] on the main unit until “01 OID” is displayed

on the unit’s display.
3 Press [OK] on the remote control or [< OPEN/

CLOSE] on the main unit.

The PIN is not displayed.

¾ To edit the Channel List (> 92, Channel List)
¾ To check the signal condition (> 93, Signal

Condition)

¾ To change PIN (> 102, PIN Entry)
¾ To sort the Channel List by region (> 92,

Channel Sorting by Region)

Getting started

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Settings

OK

RETURN

Network Easy Setting

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

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

Wireless LAN connection:
Select “Wireless”.

Current setting : Wired

Wired
Wireless

OK

RETURN

Network Easy Setting

Network Easy Setting have been finished.
Press OK.

OK

RETURN

Wireless Settings

Select a connection method to wireless access point.
Please refer to the operating instructions of your wireless
access point about connection methods.

Search for wireless network
WPS (PUSH button)

2

e.g.,

Network Easy Setting

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

Select “Wired” or “Wireless”, then press
[OK].

e.g., [BWT800]

Getting started

“Wired” connection

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

≥Network Easy Setting ( Home Network Connection

Check )

≥Home Network ( DLNA ) Server function
≥Network Easy Setting ( Internet Connection Test )

Select “Search for wireless network” or
“WPS (PUSH button)” and then follow the
on-screen instructions and make the
settings.

∫ Search for wireless network:

≥When you select “Search for wireless network”, 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 when you select

“Search for wireless network”. Enter Manually by
using “Wireless Settings”. (> 100)

≥If your wireless network is encrypted, Encryption

Key Input Screen will be displayed.
Input the encryption key of your network.

This screen appears, Setup is complete.

Press [OK].

¾ When you experience problems with settings

(> 17)

“Wireless” connection

Before beginning wireless connection setup

≥Obtain your Network name (SSID§1).
≥If your wireless connection is encrypted please

be sure that you know your encryption key.

≥[BWT700] If “Wireless LAN Adaptor is not connected.”

is displayed, check that the Wireless LAN Adaptor is
fully inserted. Alternatively, disconnect and
reconnect it. If there is still no change in the display,
consult your dealer for advice.

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∫ 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 Press WPS button or corresponding button of

Wireless router until the lamp starts flashing.
≥For details, refer to the operating instruction of

Wireless router.

2 Press [OK].

§1

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.

§2

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

When you experience problems with

OK

Network Easy Setting ( Home Network Connection Check )

Completed.

Network connection check has finished.

Press OK.

1. Wireless setting : Pass

2. IP address setting : Pass

3. Connection to gateway : Pass

settings

∫ Wireless Settings

≥If there is no problem, the following screen is

displayed.

Wireless Settings

Complete.
Network name

(SSID)
Wireless type :
Authentication type :
Encryption type :
Reception

For better performance of Home Network (DLNA), it is
recommended using a wireless access point
compatible with 802.11n (5GHz).

Press OK to check network connection.

OK

≥If there is any problem, the following message is

displayed on the screen.

Display Check the following

A conflict with other
devices occurred.

A time out error
occurred.

An authentication
error or a time out
error occurred.

A device error
occurred.

:

:

≥Please wait a few

moments, and then try
again.

≥Setting of the Wireless

router for MAC Address
etc.

≥The signal may be weak.

[BWT700] Using the USB
extension cable supplied
with the Wireless LAN
Adaptor, adjust the
position of the Wireless
LAN Adaptor.

≥The SSID and the

encryption key of the
Wireless router.

≥Please wait a few

moments, and then try
again.

≥[BWT700] Connection of

Wireless LAN Adaptor

≥If there is no improvement

in symptom, contact your
dealer.

∫ Network Easy Setting ( Home Network

Connection Check )

≥If there is no problem, the following screen is

displayed.
e.g., “Wireless” connection

≥If there is any problem, the following message is

displayed on the screen.

Display

1. LAN cable
connection or
Wireless setting:

2. IP address
setting:

3. Connection to
gateway:

1. LAN cable
connection or
Wireless setting:

2. IP address
setting:

3. Connection to
gateway:

1. LAN cable
connection or
Wireless setting:

2. IP address
setting:

3. Connection to
gateway:

1. LAN cable
connection or
Wireless setting:

2. IP address
setting:

3. Connection to
gateway:

“Fail”

“Fail”

“Fail”

“Pass”

“Fail”

“Fail”

“Pass”

“Pass”

“Fail”

“Pass”

“Home
network
available”

“Fail”

Check the

following

≥Connection of

the LAN
cables (> 12)

≥Settings of

the hub and
router

≥Connection

and settings
of the hub
and router

≥Settings of

“IP Address /
DNS
Settings”
(> 100)

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Settings

∫ Network Easy Setting ( Internet

Connection Test )

≥If there is no problem, the following screen is

displayed.

Network Easy Setting (Internet Connection Test)

Completed.

- Connection to the internet : Pass

Network connection check has finished.

Getting started

Internet functions are available.

Press OK.

OK

≥If there is any problem, the following message is

displayed on the screen.

Display Check the following

≥“Primary DNS” and

Cannot find the
server. (B019)

“Secondary DNS” settings
of “IP Address / DNS
Settings” (> 100)

≥The server may be busy or

the service may have been

No connection
could be made to
the server.
(B020)

suspended. Please wait a
few moments, and then try
again.

≥Settings of “Proxy Server

Settings” (> 100) and the
router

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≥ Refer to the operating instructions of the hub or router.
≥ Home Network ( DLNA ) Server function setting can be set

only when you selected “Off” for “Power Save in Standby”
in “Easy Setting”. (> 15, step 7)

≥ Even if you set “Home Network ( DLNA ) Server function”

to “Off”, it is possible to set to “On” later. (> 101)

≥ You can perform this setup anytime by selecting “Network

Easy Setting” in the Setup menu. (> 100)

≥ You can redo these settings individually using “Network

Settings”. (> 100)

≥ 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.

To restart Network Easy Setting

1 Press [FUNCTION MENU].
2 Select “Setup” in “Others”, then press [OK].
3 Select “Network Easy Setting” in “Network”, then

press [OK].

To redo settings individually

1 Press [FUNCTION MENU].
2 Select “Setup” in “Others”, then press [OK].
3 Select “Network Settings” in “Network”, then press

[OK].

4 Select “IP Address / DNS Settings” (> 100) or

“Proxy Server Settings” (> 100), then press [OK].

Check security before using Home Network
( DLNA ) Server function

If you set “Home Network ( DLNA ) Server 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.

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HDD and media information

Recording mode

Recording Mode DR HG/HX/HE/HL/HM XP/SP/LP/EP,

FR (> below)

Feature Programmes can be

recorded in a nearly perfect
broadcasted state.

Quality Quality as the broadcast

Recordable media

Recording can be done
with reduced recording
volume in HD quality.

High Definition

§1

Recording can be done
with reduced recording
volume in SD quality.

Standard Definition

Getting started

Multiple audio

Record all multiple audio Record only one audio

(audio language)

Subtitles Can be recorded

Audio Description Can be recorded

Surround audio Surround audio as the

broadcast

Can be recorded (only one subtitle)

Can be recorded

§3

Depends on the settings
(> 97, Audio for HG / HX /

§2

Stereo audio

HE / HL / HM Recording)

§1

The SD quality programme can not be converted to HD quality.

§2

You cannot select during play whether it appears or disappears.

§3

You cannot select during play whether it activates or deactivates.

¾ Recording modes and approximate recording times (> 124)

∫ FR (Flexible Recording Mode)

The unit automatically selects a recording rate between XP and EP (8 hours) that will enable the recordings to fit in the
remaining disc space with the best possible recording quality.

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HDD and media information

HDD and media you can use for recording and play

Media Standard symbol Recordable contents Playable contents

≥Video
≥AVCHD

Hard disk drive (HDD)

Getting started

BD-Video

§1

[HDD]

≥JPEG
≥MPO
≥Music copied from music CD
≥MP3

(–: Impossible)

≥Movie and music

§1

BD-RE

BD-R

DVD-Video

DVD-RAM

DVD-R

DVD-R DL

DVD-RW

[BD-V]

–

≥Video

[BD-RE]

≥AVCHD
≥JPEG
≥MPO

≥Video

[BD-R]

§3

≥AVCHD

[DVD-V] –

§1

[RAM]

≥Video
≥JPEG
≥MPO

§2

®

–

≥DivX
≥MKV

≥Movie and music
≥Video in finalised disc

–

≥AVCHD

§2

≥Video
≥AVCHD

[DVD-R]

§2

®

≥DivX
≥MKV

–

≥JPEG
≥MPO
≥MP3

§1

[DVD-RW]

≥Video

–

≥AVCHD

§2

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+R/+R DL [+R]

+RW

§1

[+RW]

≥Video

≥Video

–

–

≥AVCHD

≥AVCHD

§2

§2

Media Standard symbol Recordable contents Playable contents

Audio CD (CD-DA)

≥Music

–

®

≥DivX
≥MKV
≥JPEG
≥MPO

CD

(including CD-R/RW)

[CD]

–

≥MP3

SD Cards

≥JPEG

§1

[SD]

≥MPO

≥AVC HD
≥MPEG2
≥JPEG

§4

≥MPO

§2, 4

§4

®

USB memories

[USB]

≥AVC HD
≥MPEG2
≥DivX

–

≥MKV
≥JPEG
≥MPO
≥MP3

§1

Rewritable media

§2

This unit can playback media recorded with AVCHD compatible devices (Panasonic video camera, etc.).
However, it may not be able to playback, add, or edit depending on the device that was used to record.

§3

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

§4

It cannot be played back directly from the media. Playback is possible by copying to the HDD.

Getting started

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≥ [BD-R] LTH type is also supported.
≥ [RAM] Take the disc out from the cartridge to use the DVD-RAM with a cartridge. (TYPE1 cannot be used)
≥ [+RW] 8X Speed +RW disc is not supported.
≥ [USB] Video images of the copyright-protected DivX contents stored on USB device can be output only through the HDMI

output terminal.

≥ 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

Notes

The manufacturer accepts no responsibility and
offers no compensation for loss of recorded or
edited material due to a problem with the unit or
recordable media, and accepts no responsibility
and offers no compensation for any subsequent
damage caused by such loss.

Examples of causes of such losses are

Getting started

≥A disc recorded and edited with this unit is played in

a Blu-ray Disc Recorder or computer disc drive
manufactured by another company.

≥A disc used as described above and then played

again in this unit.

≥A disc recorded and edited with a Blu-ray Disc

Recorder or computer disc drive manufactured by
another company is played in this unit.

Notes for the disc

∫ Disc recorded on another device

≥DVD-RW recorded in DVD Video Recording

(DVD-VR) format
–This unit can playback and copy to HDD.
–This unit does not support editing or recording.
–It is possible to record and edit with DVD-Video

format by formatting discs with this unit.

≥It may be necessary to finalize the disc or close

the session on the equipment used for recording
to play on this unit.

≥Discs recorded on equipment other than this unit

may not be used for recording on this unit.

∫ 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
≥+R (8 cm), CD-ROM, Photo CD, PD, etc.

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≥ 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.

≥ Operation and sound quality of CDs that do not conform to

CD-DA specifications (copy control CDs, etc.) cannot be
guaranteed.

∫ Play on other players

[BD-RE] [BD-R]
It can be played on the players compatible with
BD-RE (Ver. 2.1) and BD-R.
≥When BD-RE and BD-R 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. (> 55, File
Conversion)

[DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW]
Finalisation is needed. (> 89)

[+RW]

If the disc failed to play on other equipment, we
recommend you create a Top Menu (> 89).

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Notes for the SD cards

∫ Compatible SD card

–SD Memory Card (from 8 MB to 2 GB)
–SDHC Memory Card (from 4 GB to 32 GB)
–SDXC Memory Card (48 GB, 64 GB)

≥This unit is compatible with SD Memory Cards

that meet SD Card Specifications FAT12 and
FAT16 formats, as well as SDHC Memory Cards
in FAT32 format and SDXC Memory Cards in
exFAT format.

∫ Setting the protection

Switch the write-protect switch to the
“LOCK” position.

∫ Using miniSD card or microSD card

Mini-type and micro-type cards can
also be used, but must be used with
adaptor cards. These are usually
supplied with such cards, or otherwise
customer provided.

e.g.,

Notes for the USB memories

∫ Compatible USB memories

≥USB memories that support USB 1.0/1.1 and

USB 2.0 Full Speed/High Speed.

≥FAT16 and FAT32 file systems are supported.



≥ This unit’s USB port does not support bus-powered USB

device.

≥ Despite meeting the conditions mentioned above, there

may be USB memories that cannot be used for this unit.

≥ This unit supports connecting a USB memory, digital

camera and video camera produced by Panasonic, etc. It
is not warranted that all USB devices will meet this unit.

LOCK

≥ USB memories support DivX and MKV files less than

4GB.

≥ [BWT800] USB port at the rear of this unit is dedicated for

optional Communication Camera (TY-CC10W or
compatible equipment).

≥ [BWT700] When using Communication Camera TY-CC10W

or Wireless LAN Adaptor DY-WL10, connect it to the rear
terminal of this unit. (> 12, 81)

Getting started



≥ Useable 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. Also, if the SD
card is formatted on a PC, you may not be able to use it on
this unit. In these cases, format the card on this unit
(> 88).

≥ 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)

Using either of these cards in a non-compatible PC or
non-compatible equipment may result in formatting
etc. and the loss of recorded content.

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Common Operations

TV operation
area (> 105)

Press [< OPEN/CLOSE]
on the main unit to open
the tray and insert a disc.

SD card

USB memory

TV





VOL

DRIVE

INPUT

SELECT

1

2

ghi

4

5

p
qrs

8

7

DEL

Getting started

SKIP

STOP

STATUS

R

O

T

A

G

I

V

A

N

T

C

E

R

I

D

OPTION

REC

TEXT STTL

CHAPTER

0

REC MODE

TIME SLIP

Preparations

Turning on this unit

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.

CH

AV

PAGE

abc

def

3

CH

mno

jkl

6

w
xyz

tuv

9

INPUT
SELECT

SLOW/SEARCH

REWIND LIVE TV

PAUSE

PLAY/x1.3

I

D

U

E

G

OK

EXT LINK

AD

MANUAL SKIP

-10s +60s

EXIT

F

U

N

C

T

I

U

BACK/
RETURN

DIRECT TV REC

PROG/CHECK

PAUSE LIVE TV

O

N

M

E

N

Inserting or removing a media

≥When the indicator on this unit's display blinks,

do not turn off the unit 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.

≥Wipe off the dust or fingerprints from the discs

before use. (> 11 7)

≥Return discs to their cases or cartridges after use;

this helps to protect the discs against scratches and
dust.

≥When removing the SD card, press on the centre of

the card and pull it straight out.

≥If you connect a Panasonic product with a USB

connection cable, setup screen may be displayed
on the connected equipment. For details, refer to the
instructions for the connected equipment.

∫ To select a drive

Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the media drive that
you operate.

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∫ Release disc protection

[BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM]

If the disc is protected when writing to the disc,
release the protection (> 88, Setting the protection).

Basic operation

OK OK

Select Enter

BACK/

RETURN

EXIT

Page 001/002

CopySelect

OPTION

LIVE CAT 2
SPORTS NEWS
World news

29/10
29/10 2
29/10 1

1

1

1

1

PLAY
RETURN

PHOTO / MUSIC

KD2A
DOG
LIVE CAT

04.10
04/10
29/10

Delete

Page Up

Page Down

World news29/10

DEL

FUNCTION MENU

Drive Select

OK

RETURN

Titles recorded to the HDD can be viewed,
edited, or deleted.

Blu-ray

Timer Recording
Copy

Others

Disc / SD Card / USB

Network

Playback Contents

TV Guide

HDD

Video

Photo
Music

This unit is basically operated via the following
method by using the remote control.

FUNCTION MENU screen

You can easily access the desired functions via the
FUNCTION MENU.

1 Press [FUNCTION MENU].
2 Select the item, then press [OK].

≥Repeat step 2 if necessary.

Getting started

To return to the previous
screen

To exit the screen

Press

Press

Display Navigation

Operating method can also be confirmed on the
screen.
Available functions and buttons used are displayed
on each screen.

Menu screen

Menu screen for selecting each operation is displayed
when the media is inserted, and you can access the
operation screen easily.
e.g., [USB]

Play Video
View Photos
Play / Copy Music ( MP3 )
Copy Video ( AVCHD )
Copy Video ( MPEG2 )
Copy New Photos

USB

USB device is inserted.

OK

RETURN

≥Display items differ depending on what is recorded

in each media.

If the menu screen is not displayed, display it by
performing the following operation.

1 While stopped

Press [OPTION].

2 Select “Drive Select”, then press [OK].
3 Select the media, then press [OK].

≥Menu screen for each media appears.

Playback Contents

Video (> 44)

Photo (> 66)

Music (> 73)

TV Guide (> 26, 36)

Timer Recording (> 40)

Copy

Copy Video (> 59)

Copy Video (AVCHD) to DVD-R (> 64)

Network

Home Network (DLNA) (> 83)

Internet Content (> 81)

Others

Ext Link Standby (> 80)

Flexible Recording via AV input (> 79)

BD-Video Data Management (> 88)

Setup (> 91)

Drive Select

Disc / SD Card / USB



≥ Selectable items will change depending on the type and

status of the media.

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Watching broadcasts

Watc h
ing
broad
casts

SELECT

INPUT

OK

TV





VOL

AV

abc

def

3

mno

jkl

6

w
xyz

tuv

9

INPUT
SELECT

SLOW/SEARCH

REWIND LIVE TV

PAUSE

PLAY/x1.3

PAUSE LIVE TV

I

D

U

E

G

F

OK

CH

PAGE

CH

U

N

BACK/
RETURN

Watching broadcasts

DRIVE
SELECT

1

ghi

4

p
qrs

7

DEL

STOP

STATUS

G

I

V

A

N

T

C

E

R

I

D

OPTION

T

A

SKIP

R

O

INPUT

2
5
8
0

EXIT

C

T

I

O

N

M

E

N

U

Using TV Guide system

1 Press [GUIDE].
2 Select the programme, then press [OK].

TV Guide:

WED 13/10/2011
19:36

Select Channel

OK
Select Programme
RETURN

3 Select “View”, then press [OK].

Selection Screen

Landscape

WED 13th

19:00-20:00

Time:

1

2
3
4
5

6
7

Info

GUIDE

+24 hours Prog. Type Category

Portrait/Landscape

OPTION: Advert

All ChannelsAll Types

WED 13/10/2011 19:36

Page Up

Page Down

CH

REC MODE

REC

TEXT STTL

CHAPTER

TIME SLIP

DIRECT TV REC

EXT LINK

AD

PROG/CHECK

MANUAL SKIP

-10s +60s

Press and select “TV”,

then press .

Input Selection

AV1
AV2

TV

Select

Change

Press to select the

RETURN

CH

channel.

Everytime you change the channel, channel
information appears automatically.

Unit’s display;

View

Single Timer Rec.

Drama
WED 13/10/2011
19:00 - 20:00

OK

RETURN

Series Timer Rec.
Delete
Recommended

Series Info

Page up/down

Press [WXCH].

To view a programme list for another day

Press the “Red” button (Previous) or the “Green”
button (Next).

¾ Timer Recording using the TV Guide System

(> 36)



≥ Some broadcast may not send programme information.

≥You can also select the channel with the

number buttons.



≥ You can set the time to display the channel information.

> 98, On-Screen Information)

(

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To see programme information

Landscape

TV Guide:

WED 13/10/2011
19:36

WED 13th

All ChannelsAll Types

Time:

RETURN

OK
Select Programme

Select Channel

+24 hours Prog. Type Category

Page Up

Page Down

Portrait/Landscape

Info

CH

GUIDE

19:00-20:00

OPTION: Advert

1

2
3
4
5

6
7

Portr ait

TV Guide:

WED 13/10/2011
19:36

WED 13th

All ChannelsAll Types

RETURN

OK
Select Channel

Select Programme

+24 hours Prog. Type Category

Page Down

Portrait/Landscape

Info

CH

GUIDE

OPTION: Advert

Vacation
News
Shopping
House dog
Venus

00:05-02:30

23:00-00:05

22:00-23:00

21:00-22:00

20:55-21:00

20:00-20:55

19:30-20:00

02:30-03:00

Hunting
Football
Baseball

Landscape view

Portrait view

(Programmes with the symbol)

Press [STATUS ].

Additional information is available for these
programmes.

To show other pages

Press [CH W] (Previous) or [X CH] (Next).

To exit the screen

Press [STATUS ].

To see advertisement

Press [OPTION].

To show other advertisement

Press [3, 4].

To exit the screen

Press [BACK/RETURN ].

Switch the appearance

While displaying TV Guide screen

Press [GUIDE].

Watching broadcasts

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Watching broadcasts

All DVB Channels

1
2
3
4
5
6
7

RETURN

View

Select

HD

HD

HD

HD

HD

Page up

Page down

Channel
names







All DVB Channels

Set timer

19:00 - 19:30

Now

Multi Audio

DA STTLMPEG TEXT

19:07

Select favourites

12



e.g.,

Using Channel List

You can select from the list of channel names.

After performing step (> 26)

1 Press [OK].
2 Select the channel, then press [OK].

Watching broadcasts

¾ To edit the Channel List (> 92)

Channel information

Press [STATUS ].

1 Current Category
2 Title with Guidance information
3 Audio Description
4 Subtitle
5 Digital text
6 Multiple audio
7 Set timer (> 39)

To show detailed information

Press [STATUS ] again.

To hide the information screen

Press [EXIT].

To change Favourites

Press the “Blue” button.

≥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 page 92 (Favourites Edit).

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To switch between the current programme and
the next programme

Press [2, 1].

To check the programmes currently broadcasting
on other channels

Press [3, 4].
≥You can switch to another channel displayed on the

channel information by pressing [OK].

Operations while watching
broadcast

To show subtitle

When “STTL” appears in channel information (> 28)

Press [STTL ].

To hide subtitle

Press [STTL ].

To change subtitle language

1 Press [OPTION].
2 Select “Subtitle Language” in “Digital TV Menu”,

then press [OK].

3 Select the desired language.

≥Press [EXIT] to exit the screen.

To view Digital text (MHEG)

When “TEXT” appears in channel information (> 28)

Press [TEXT ].

To select the page or access to certain topic areas
and navigation

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



≥ Some functions of Digital text are deactivated during

recording.

Aspect

You can switch the screen mode. (> 105)

Watching broadcasts

To select Multi Audio

When “Multi Audio” appears in channel information
(> 28)

1 Press [OPTION].
2 Select “Multi Audio” in “Digital TV Menu”,

then press [OK].

3 Select the desired audio.

To exit the screen

Press [EXIT].

To listen to the Audio Description

Audio Description adds an additional soundtrack to
describe events on screen (narration) and aids
understanding and enjoyment, particularly for
visually-impaired viewers.

When “AD” appears in channel information (> 28)

1 Press [AD].
2 Select “Audio Description” and set to

“Automatic”.

3 Select “Volume”, then adjust the volume

with [2, 1].

To show 3D programme

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

≥Change the setting if you cannot view 3D

compatible programmes in 3D.

e.g.,
Side by side programme 1 Press [OPTION].

2 Select “3D Settings”,

then press [OK].

3 Select “Side by side”

in “Signal Format”,
then press [OK].

¾ Enjoying 3D video (> 51)



≥ Audio Description may not be available depending on the

type of audio format.

≥ When “Dolby D / Dolby D + / Dolby TrueHD”, “MPEG” or

“HE-AAC” is set to “Bitstream”, the Audio Description may
not work. Set them to “PCM” (> 97, Digital Audio Output).

≥ You can also set “Audio Description” active in the Setup

menu. (> 93)

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Watching broadcasts

Pause

20:35 22:35

21:50



18:53:50 11/11/2011

Play 18:53.50



REWIND LIVE TV/PAUSE LIVE
TV

This unit temporarily saves a live TV programme you
are watching with this unit’s tuner on HDD and you
can use the following functions.

∫ REWIND LIVE TV

You can rewind live TV programme up to 2 hours
before as long as temporary save has not been
stopped.

∫ PAUSE LIVE TV

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

Watching broadcasts

≥PAUSE LIVE TV also works when watching a

programme via external input.

≥Select the HDD drive to perform these functions

correctly.

1 While watching TV

(REWIND]LIVE]TV)

Press [SLOW/SEARCH 6] to rewind.

≥“REWIND LIVE TV” appears on the unit’s

display.

(PAUSE]LIVE]TV)

Press [PAUSE ;] to pause.

≥“PAUSE LIVE TV” appears on the unit’s

display.

20:35 22:35

Pause

20:35

Display information

∫ While pausing or rewinding a broadcast:

Press [STATUS ].

≥Press [STATUS ] again.

∫ While pausing a programme via external input:

Press [STATUS ].



18:53:50 01/01/2011

Play



1 The time that you can rewind the live programme
2 The amount of time temporarily saved on HDD

(maximum: 2 hours).

3 The time of the current playback position
4 The time which is 2 hours after PAUSE LIVE TV or

REWIND LIVE TV started
≥After 2 hours from PAUSE LIVE TV or REWIND

LIVE TV started, current time is displayed

2 When you want to resume

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Press [PLAY/a1.3 1].

≥You can perform search or Quick View, etc.
≥If temporary save stops (> 31), playback will

be performed by that point.