DMR-BWT955
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Operating Instructions
Thank you for purchasing this product.
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.
• This Blu-ray Disc Recorder is for viewing and recording free to view channels only. It does not
receive pay TV or encrypted channels.
Blu-ray Disc™ Recorder
Model No. DMR-BWT955
Software (Firmware) Update
Blu-ray Disc technology and broadcast services continue to add new features.
As they evolve, firmware updates may be required to support the latest
features. Panasonic strives to continually update firmware as new technology is
released. It’s very important you install the latest updates to maintain proper
operation of your unit.
For details, refer to “Software (Firmware) Update” (> 95) or
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ (This site is in English only.)
GL
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Unit
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or
product damage,
- Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture,
dripping or splashing.
- Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, on this unit.
- Use only the recommended accessories.
- Do not remove covers.
- Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer
servicing to qualified service personnel.
- Do not let metal objects fall inside this unit.
- Do not place heavy items on this unit.
AC mains lead
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or
product damage,
- Ensure that the power supply voltage
corresponds to the voltage printed on this unit.
- Insert the mains plug fully into the socket
outlet.
- Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the
lead.
- Do not handle the plug with wet hands.
- Hold onto the mains plug body when
disconnecting the plug.
- Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket
outlet.
• The mains plug is the disconnecting device.
Install this unit so that the mains plug can be
unplugged from the socket outlet immediately.
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.
Safety precautions
WARNING
Small object
• Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children
to prevent swallowing.
CAUTION
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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 of the batteries, please contact
your local authorities or dealer and ask for the
correct method of disposal.
Please check and identify the supplied
accessories.
(Product numbers are correct as of February
2015. These may be subject to change.)
• Do not use AC mains lead with other equipment.
Insert batteries
Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the
remote control.
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.
Supplied accessories
Remote control (N2QAYB001039): 1pc.
Batteries for remote control: 2 pcs.
AC mains lead: 1pc.
RF coaxial cable: 1pc.
HDMI cable: 1pc.
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).
R6/LR6, AA
(Alkaline or manganese batteries)
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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
- Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Unit care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
- Basic connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
- Amplifier/receiver connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
- Network connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
- TV operation buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
- Easy Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
- Easy Network Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
FUNCTION MENU screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Watching broadcasts
Watching broadcasts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
- Using Channel List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
- Using TV Guide system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
- Using channel information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
- Operations while watching broadcast . . . . . . . . . . .27
- REWIND LIVE TV/PAUSE LIVE TV . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Recording
Recording TV programmes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
- Operation during Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Timer recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
- Manually programming timer recording . . . . . . . . . .33
- Timer recording options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
- Timer recording from channel information . . . . . . . .34
- Notes on timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
- To confirm and edit a timer programme . . . . . . . . . .35
Keyword Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Playing back video
Playing titles on the HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
- Video Menu screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
- Playing Keyword Recording titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
- Video list screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Playing titles on the media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
- Notes for BD-Live discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Operation during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
- General operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
- 3D video playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Editing video
Deleting/Editing titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
- Deleting recorded titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
- Editing recorded titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
- Deleting video files on the HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Copying video
Copying titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
- Copying from media other than HDD
with Video Menu
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
- Copying titles with copying list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
- Notes for copying. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
- Copying a finalised disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
- Copying Title Playing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
- Copying HD Video (AVCHD) to the DVD-R in High
Definition
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
- Copying video files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Photo and Music
Playing photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
- Photo Menu screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
- Photo play option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
- Slideshow settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Editing photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Copying photos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
- Selecting and copying the photos . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
- Copying automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Playing music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
- Playing music CD (CD-DA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
- Playing music file on the media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
- Playing music file on the HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
- Operations during music play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Copying/Deleting music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
- Copying. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
- Deleting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Network
Smart Home Networking (DLNA) . . . . . . . . . .67
- Using this unit as Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
- Using this unit as Client . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
- Using this unit as Media Renderer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
- Using Miracast
TM
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
- Using Smart Home Networking (DLNA) with
Wi-Fi Direct
®
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
TV Anytime . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Enjoying Network Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
With Other Equipment
Recording from external equipment . . . . . . . .72
Copying the HD Video (AVCHD) . . . . . . . . . .73
Registering the external HDD (USB HDD) . . .74
- Connecting the USB HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
- Disconnecting the USB HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
- Registering the USB HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Getting started
Watching broadcasts
Recording
Playing back video
Editing video
Copying video
Photo and Music
Network
With Other Equipment
Convenient functions
Troubleshooting
Reference
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Convenient functions
Playback menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Basic Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
- Common procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
- Digital TV Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
- HDD / Disc / USB HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
-Picture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
- Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
- Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
- Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
-Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
- Others . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
4K Networking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
VIERA Link functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Software (Firmware) Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Other operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
- Media management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
- Entering text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
- Switching the aspect ratio of the screen . . . . . . . . . 98
- HOLD function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
- General operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
- Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
- TV screen and video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
- Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
- Recording, timer recording and copying . . . . . . . . 102
-Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
-Edit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
- Photo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
-USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
- TV Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
- Broadcast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
- VIERA Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
-Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
- Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
- Messages on the front panel display . . . . . . . . . . 106
- When you experience problems with Easy Network
Setting
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Reference
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
- Language code list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Licenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
About descriptions in these operating
instructions
• Pages to be referred to are indicated as “> ±±”.
Getting started
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HDD and media information
Getting started
For more details, refer also to the specifications. (> 108)
(–: Impossible)
Recordable/playable contents
Media type Standard symbol Recordable contents Playable contents
Built-in hard disk drive
(HDD)
§1
[HDD]
•Video
• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D
•MP4
• MPEG2
•Xvid
•MKV
•WAV
•FLAC
• AAC
•JPEG
•MP3
•WMA
•DSD
•ALAC
• MPO (3D photo)
External hard disk drive
(USB HDD)
§1
(> 10)
[USB_HDD]
•Video
§2
–
• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D
§3, 4
•MP4
• MPEG2
• Xvid
•MKV
•WAV
•FLAC
• AAC
•MP3
•WMA
•DSD
•ALAC
• JPEG
• MPO (3D photo)
BD-Video
[BD-V]
–
•Video
BD-RE
§1
BD-RE DL
§1
[BD-RE]
•Video
• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D
•JPEG
• MPO (3D photo)
BD-R
BD-R DL
[BD-R]
•Video
• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D
§3
–
• Xvid • MKV
DVD-Video
§5
[DVD-V] –
•Video
DVD-RAM
§1
[RAM]
•Video
•JPEG
• MPO (3D photo)
–
• AVCHD
§3
DVD-R
DVD-R DL
[DVD-R]
•Video
• AVCHD
§3
–
• Xvid
•MKV
•JPEG
•MPO
(3D photo)
•WAV
•FLAC
• AAC
•MP3
•WMA
•DSD
•ALAC
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(–: Impossible)
• [+RW] This unit cannot record to 8X Speed +RW disc.
• 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.
• It may not be possible to play the above media in some cases due to the type of media, the condition of the recording, the
recording method, and how the files were created.
Media type Standard symbol Recordable contents Playable contents
DVD-RW
§1
[DVD-RW]
•Video
–
• AVCHD
§3
+R/+R DL [+R]
•Video
–
• AVCHD
§3
• JPEG
•MPO
(3D photo)
•WAV
•FLAC
•AAC
•MP3
•WMA
•DSD
•ALAC
+RW
§1
[+RW]
•Video
–
• AVCHD
§3
Audio CD (CD-DA)
[CD]
–
•Music
CD
(including CD-R/RW)
–
• Xvid
•MKV
• JPEG
•MPO
(3D photo)
•WAV
•FLAC
•AAC
•MP3
•WMA
•ALAC
SD Cards
§1
[SD]
•MP4
•MPEG2
• JPEG
• MPO (3D photo)
–
• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D
§3
USB memory [USB] –
• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D
§3, 4
•MP4
• MPEG2
• Xvid
•MKV
• JPEG
•MPO
(3D photo)
•WAV
•FLAC
•AAC
•MP3
•WMA
•DSD
•ALAC
Playable contents as DLNA client: Refer to “Playable contents”. (> 68)
§1
Rewritable media
§2
It cannot be recorded directly. (Only compatible with copying from the built-in HDD)
§3
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.
§4
It cannot be played back directly from the USB HDD or USB memory. Playback is possible by
copying to the built-in HDD. (> 73)
§5
Includes finalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, +R and +R DL.
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HDD and media information
∫ Broadcast Recordings
Numbers of titles that can be recorded:
• Maximum numbers of titles are including recordings of
HD CAMCODER.
∫ HD CAMCODER Recordings
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (based on AVCHD)
Numbers of titles that can be recorded:
• Maximum numbers of titles are including recordings of
Broadcast.
∫ Photo files
Compatible pixels:
Between 34k34 and 8192k8192 pixels
Sub sampling: 4:2:2, 4:2:0
(Motion JPEG is not supported.)
Maximum numbers of contents:
∫ Video files/Audio files
Numbers of contents that can be copied to
internal HDD:
USB device:
• Each folder can store up to 1000 files.
• We recommend that you limit the depth of
folder trees to about five levels.
• 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.
Information about contents
Media
Maximum
titles
HDD 3000
BD-RE, BD-R 200
DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-RW 99
+R, +RW 49
Media
Maximum
titles
HDD 3000
BD-RE, BD-R 200
Media Folders Files
HDD – 20000
BD-RE, DVD-RAM,
DVD-R, +R,
CD-R, CD-RW,
USB device, SD
500 10000
Contents
Maximum numbers of
folders and files
Video 20000
Audio 20000
About extension of files
MP4: “.MP4” “.mp4” “.MOV” “.mov”
MPEG2: “.MPG” “.mpg” “.MPEG” “.mpeg” “.M2TS” “.m2ts”
“.MTS” “.mts” “.TS” “.ts”
Xvid: “.AVI” “.avi”
Subtitle text files: “.SRT” “.srt” “.SUB” “.sub” “.TXT” “.txt”
MKV: “.MKV” “.mkv”
Subtitle text files: “.SRT” “.srt” “.SUB” “.sub” “.TXT” “.txt”
JPEG: “.JPG” “.jpg”
MPO: “.MPO” “.mpo”
WAV: “.WAV” “.wav”
FLAC: “.FLAC” “.flac”
AAC: “.M4A” “.m4a”
MP3: “.MP3” “.mp3”
WMA: “.WMA” “.wma”
DSD: “.DSF” “.dsf” “.DFF” “.dff”
ALAC: “.M4A” “.m4a”
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§1
The SD quality programme cannot be converted to HD quality.
§2
You cannot select during play whether it appears or disappears.
Approximate recording times
Refer to “Recording modes and approximate recording times”. (> 109)
Recording mode
Recording Mode DR HG/HX/HE/HL/HM XP/SP/LP/EP/FR
Feature Programmes can be
recorded in a nearly
perfect broadcasted state.
Recording can be done
with reduced recording
volume in HD quality.
Recording can be done
with reduced recording
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)
§2
Surround audio Surround audio as the
broadcast
Surround audio produced
by conversion of
broadcast audio format
Stereo audio
• FR (Flexible Recording Mode)
The unit automatically selects the best possible recording rate between XP mode and EP mode.
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HDD and media information
You can use an external HDD in the following two
ways. (A single HDD cannot handle those two
ways simultaneously.)
• For recorded titles
Moving titles in the built-in HDD to a USB HDD
to save the capacity of the built-in HDD.
• The USB HDD must first be registered on this
unit. (> 74)
• The USB HDD over 3 TB is not usable.
• For data files
Playing back MP4, JPEG, MP3, etc. (data files)
in a USB HDD with this unit.
• The USB HDD must be formatted in FAT12,
FAT16, FAT32 and NTFS file system.
• The USB HDD over 2 TB is not usable.
• This unit supports USB 2.0 High Speed.
• Although this unit can use USB 3.0 devices as USB 2.0
devices, in certain cases USB 3.0 devices cannot be used
due to differing connector shape, larger current ratings, etc.
(Use of USB 2.0 devices is recommended.)
• This unit does not recognize USB HDDs other than those in
which the size of one sector is 512-bytes or 4096-bytes.
(For details, consult the dealer of your USB HDD.)
• This unit supports USB mass storage device class.
• This unit does not guarantee connection with all USB
devices.
Notes
Notes for an External HDD (USB HDD)
Notes for the disc
• Region management information
The unit can play back BD-Video/DVD-Video
discs of the following regions codes, including
“ALL”:
e.g., BD-Video DVD-Video
• Playable discs
BD-Video (Blu-ray 3D, BD-Live):
BD-ROM Version 2.4
DVD-Video: DVD-Video format
CD-DA (Audio CD)
BD-RE: based on Ver. 2.1, other files
§1
BD-RE DL: based on Ver. 2.1, other files
§1
BD-R: based on Ver. 1.3 and LTH type Ver. 1.3,
other files
§1
BD-R DL: based on Ver. 1.3, other files
§1
DVD-RAM: DVD Video Recording format,
AVCHD format
DVD-R: DVD-Video format
§2
,
AVCHD format
§2
,
other files
§
3
DVD-R DL: DVD-Video format
§2
,
AVCHD format
§2
,
other files
§
3
DVD-RW: DVD-Video format
§2
,
DVD Video Recording format,
AVCHD format
§2
+R: DVD-Video format
§2
,
AVCHD format
§2
,
other files
§
3
+R DL: DVD-Video format
§2
,
AVCHD format
§2
,
other files
§
3
+RW: DVD-Video format
§2
, AVCHD format
§2
CD-R: CD-DA, other files
§
4
CD-RW: CD-DA, other files
§
4
§1
BD disc that is including other file needs to be
based on UDF format.
§2
Finalising is necessary.
§3
DVD disc that is including other file needs to
be based on UDF or ISO9660 format.
§4
CD disc that is including other file needs to be
based on ISO9660 format.
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• This unit supports USB 2.0 High Speed.
• This unit supports USB mass storage device
class.
• Format: FAT12, FAT16, FAT32 and NTFS
• The USB memory over 2 TB is not usable.
• This unit does not guarantee connection with all USB
devices.
• Disc recorded on another device
• It may be necessary to finalise 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. (> 49, File Conversion)
• [DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] Finalisation is needed.
(> 97)
• [+RW] If the disc failed to play on other
equipment, we recommend you create a Top
Menu. (> 97)
• [DVD-R] The disc created in AVCHD format can
only be played back on AVCHD compatible
equipment.
• 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
- 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.
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 SD Card”. (> 96)
• Usable memory is slightly less than the card capacity.
• If the SD card is formatted on other equipment, the time
necessary for recording may be longer or the card may not
be able to be used on this unit. In these cases, format the
card on this unit.
• SDHC Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards can be
used in equipment that is compatible with the appropriate
cards. (SDHC Memory Cards can also be used in
equipment compatible with SDXC Memory Cards)
Notes for the USB memories
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HDD and media information
• If there is dirt or condensation on the disc, wipe
with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
• Do not attach labels or stickers to discs.
• Do not use disc cleaning sprays, benzine,
thinner, static electricity prevention liquids or
any other solvent.
• Do not use ballpoint pens or other hard writing
implements, when writing on the label side of
the disc.
• Do not drop, stack, or impact discs.
• Do not place objects on discs.
• Do not use the following discs:
- Discs with exposed adhesive from removed
stickers or labels (rental discs, etc.).
- Discs that are badly warped or cracked.
- Irregularly shaped discs.
• 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.
Media handling
• Do not touch the recorded surface of the discs
or the terminal surface of the SD cards.
DO
DO NOT
DO DO NOT
DO NOT
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Unit 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.
• If the HDD or USB HDD is damaged, the
recorded content cannot be recovered.
• 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.
• The unit may breakdown if cigarette smoke
or bug spray/vapour, etc. gets inside the
unit.
Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is
empty.
1 Switch the unit to standby mode. (Wait until
“BYE” disappears from the display.)
2 Remove the AC mains lead from the
household mains socket.
3 Move only after the unit has come to a
complete stop (approx. 3 minutes) in order to
avoid subjecting to vibration and shock. (Even
after the unit is switched to standby mode, the
HDD continues operating for a short time.)
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.
This unit may contain private information. Before
disposing of or transferring this unit, perform the
following to delete the data, including personal or
secret information:
- Format HDD (> 78, 83)
- Perform “Shipping Condition” (> 78, 92)
HDD/USB HDD handling care
• 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.
Setup precautions
When moving the unit
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 (not supplied) to clean the
unit’s lens.
When requesting this unit for repair
To dispose or transfer this unit
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Control reference guide
Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control.
Remote control
STATUS
F
U
N
C
T
I
O
N
M
E
N
U
G
U
I
D
E
RETURN
PLAY/x1.3
PAUSE
PAUSE LIVE TV
STOP
SLOW/SEARCH
SKIP
CH
PAGE
TV
RADIO/
CH
AV
INPUT
TV
DRIVE
SELECT
EXIT
OK
OPTION
VOL
0
2
abc
5
jkl
8
tuv
1
4
ghi
7
qrs
p
3
def
6
mno
9
xyz
w
TIME SLIP
PROG/CHECK
DELETE
AUDIO
-10s +60s
REC MODE
INPUT SELECT
REC
RGYB
TEXT STTL
CHAPTER
MANUAL SKIP
REWIND LIVE TV
INTERNET
LAST VIEW
1 Transmit the remote control signal
• Point it at remote control signal sensor on
this unit. (> 15)
2 Switch the unit from on to standby mode or
vice versa
3 Select drive (HDD, BD, SD or USB)
4 Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter
numbers or characters
5 Switch to the previously watched channel
(> 25)
6 Basic operations for recording and play,
REWIND LIVE TV/PAUSE LIVE TV (> 27)
7 Show Information (> 26, 39, 44)
8 Selection/OK, Frame-by-frame (> 44)
9 Show Video Menu, Top Menu, Pop-up Menu
(> 38, 45)
: Show OPTION menu (> 47, 62, 76)
; Colour buttons (Use in accordance with
instruction on the screen.)
< Start recording (> 29, 72)
= Select a conversion mode/recording mode
(> 29, 72)
> Show the Timer Recording screen (> 33)
? Create chapter (> 45)
@ Input select (> 25, 72)
A To delete unwanted recorded titles, timer
programmes, video or music (> 47)
B TV operation buttons (> 20)
C Channel select (> 25)/Change pages in the
Video Menu screen etc.
D Show the Network Service screen (> 71)
E Show NETFLIX screen
F Switching to the radio channel list (> 25)
G Exit the menu screen
H Show the TV Guide screen (> 26)
I Show the FUNCTION MENU screen (> 24)
J Return to previous screen
K Show
subtitles (> 27, 45)
L Show Teletext (> 27)
M Select audio (> 27, 45)
N Skip the specified time (> 45)
O Skip approx. 1 minute forward (> 45)
P Skip approx. 10 seconds backward (> 45)
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• 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.
Main unit
1 Recording indicator
• The indicator will light up while recording.
• The indicator will blink while recording is
paused and before recording starts.
2 Remote control signal sensor
• Angle: Approx. 20° up and down, 30° left and
right
• Distance: Within approx. 7 m in front of the
unit
3 Open/close disc tray
4 Standby/on switch (Í/I)
Press to switch the unit from on to standby
mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit
is still consuming a small amount of power.
5 Disc tray
6 USB port
7 SD card slot
• When removing the SD card, press on the
centre of the card and pull it straight out.
Pull to flip down
the front panel.
Display
SD card
USB memory
Disc
Display
1 Main display section indicator
- Current time
- Playback counter
- Various messages (> 106), etc.
2 SD card slot indicator
3 Copying indicator
4 Disc indicator
5 Drive (HDD, BD or SD) indicator
6 Remote control signal indicator
7 Playback indicator
8 USB port indicator
9 Timer recording indicator
This indicator lights up when the timer
recording standby or Keyword Recording
standby is activated.
PLAY
COPY
SD USB
HDDSD
BD
234
56
1789
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Connection
• This unit cannot connect the TV that does not have the HDMI terminal.
• Keep the RF coaxial cables as far away as possible from other cables.
• The HDMI connection supports VIERA Link (> 94).
• 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.)
3D programmes or 4K images can be played back when this unit is connected to a 3D or 4K
compatible TV.
• Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.
• To enjoy 4K output, you need to connect this unit to a 4K compatible TV.
• When outputting 1080p or 24p (4K) signal, please use HDMI cables 5.0 meters or less.
It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable.
• In case problems occur for the playback of content such as no picture or picture distortion, check the
HDMI cable, related connections and the compatibility of TV video input.
To output images in 4K, connect the HDMI cable to a 4K compatible terminal of the connected
device.
Basic connections
ۂ
HDMI
VHF/UHF
RF IN
TV’s rear panel
This unit’s rear panel
Household mains socket
(AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz)
Cooling fan
AC mains lead
(supplied)
• Connect only after all other
connections are complete.
HDMI cable
(supplied)
To the aerial
Aerial cable
RF coaxial cable
(supplied)
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To connect and register the USB HDD
(optional)
Refer to “Registering the external HDD
(USB HDD)”. (> 74)
About HDMI cable
If you use an optional HDMI cable, use the High
Speed HDMI cables. Non-HDMI-compliant cables
cannot be utilized.
It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s
HDMI cable.
When outputting 1080p signal or 24p (4K) signal,
please use HDMI Cables 5.0 meters or less.
• 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” 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.
When the unit is not to be used for a long
time
To save power, unplug it from the household
mains socket. This unit consumes a small
amount of power, even when the unit is in
standby mode.
[approx. 0.2 W (“Quick Start” is not activated
and “RF OUT ( Aerial Signal )” is set to “Off”)]
Connect the Set Top Box or video equipment
• Connect to terminals of the same colour.
ۂ
AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT
RL
Set Top Box or video equipment
Audio/Video cable
Amplifier/receiver connections
HDMI terminal
• You will not be able to view 3D programmes or
4K images with this connection if your
amplifier/receiver is not 3D or 4K compatible.
ۂ
HDMI
cable
Amplifier/
receiver
TV
HDMI cable
(supplied)
(ARC)
(ARC)
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Connection
• When you do not want the audio to be output from the TV,
set “HDMI Audio Output” to “Off” (> 78, 87).
• Connect to terminals of the same colour.
When this unit is connected to the network, you
can enjoy network functions (DLNA function,
Network Service, TV Anytime, etc.).
For details about connection method, refer to the
instructions supplied with the connected
equipment.
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal
∫ Using Optical digital audio cable
∫ Using Coaxial cable
AUDIO OUT terminal
ۂ
OPTICAL IN
Amplifier/receiver
Optical digital audio
cable
ۂ
COAXIAL IN
Amplifier/receiver
Coaxial cable
ۂ
AUDIO IN
LR
Audio cable
Amplifier/receiver
Network connection
After you make the Wireless LAN/LAN cable
connection, the network setting is needed.
(> 22, Easy Network Setting)
∫ Precautions of Wireless LAN connection
The following limits are in place regarding the
usage of this unit. You must be aware of these
limits before using this unit.
Panasonic will in no way be responsible for any
incidental damage which may arise due to a
failure to obey these limits, or to any condition of
use or disuse of this unit.
• Data transmitted and received over radio
waves may be intercepted and monitored.
• This unit contains delicate electronic
components.
Please use this unit in the manner in which it
was intended and follow the following points:
- Do not expose this unit to high temperatures
or direct sunlight.
- Do not bend, or subject this unit to strong
impacts.
- Keep this unit away from moisture.
- Do not disassemble or alter this unit in any
way.
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• 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.
• 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
LAN cable connection
Internet Wireless router, etc.
ۂ
Broadband router, etc.
Internet
LAN (ethernet)
cable
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Settings
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.
• If your TV brand has more than one code listed, select the
one that allows correct operation.
• If the brand of your TV is not listed or the code number is
invalid for your TV, this remote control is not compatible
with your TV.
STATUS
G
U
I
D
E
RETURN
PLAY/x1.3
PAUSE
PAUSE LIVE TV
STOP
SLOW/SEARCH
SKIP
CH
PAGE
TV
RADIO/
CH
AV
INPUT
TV
DRIVE
SELECT
EXIT
OK
OPTION
VOL
0
2
abc
5
jkl
8
tuv
1
4
ghi
7
qrs
p
3
def
6
mno
9
xyz
w
TIME SLIP
PROG/CHECK
DELETE
AUDIO
-10s +60s
REC MODE
INPUT SELECT
REC
RGYB
TEXT STTL
CHAPTER
MANUAL SKIP
REWIND LIVE TV
INTERNET
LAST VIEW
F
U
N
C
T
I
O
N
M
E
N
U
TV operation buttons
(> right)
Select and enter buttons
To return to the previous
screen
To exit the screen
FUNCTION MENU (> 24)
TV operation buttons
Brand Code Brand Code
AIWA 35
BENQ 58/59
BRANDT 10/15
CENTREX 66
CURTIS 05
DESMET 05
ELEMIS 05
FINLUX 61
Panasonic 01/02/03/04
AKAI 27/30
BEKO 05/71/72/73/74
BUSH 05
DAEWOO 64/65
DUAL 05
FERGUSON 10/34
FISHER 21
MITSUBISHI 05/19/20/47
METZ 05/28/79
MIVAR 24
NEC 36
NOKIA 25/26/27/60/61
OLEVIA 45
ORION 05
PHILCO 41/48/64
PHONOLA 05
PROVIEW 52
RADIOLA 05
NOBLEX 33
NORDMENDE 10
ONWA 30/39/70
PEONY 49/69
PHILIPS 05/06/46
PIONEER 37/38
PYE 05
SABA 10
FUJITSU 53
ITT
LG
GOLDSTAR 05/50/51
GRADIENTE 36
25
JVC 17/30/39/70
KOLIN 45
05/50/51
MAG 52
FUNAI 63/67
GOODMANS 05
GRUNDIG 09
IRRADIO 30
KDS 52
KONKA 62
HITACHI 05/22/23/40/41
SALORA 26
SANSUI 05
32/42/43/65/68SAMSUNG
SCHNEIDER 05/29/30
SELECO 05/25
SIEMENS 09
SONY 08
TELEFUNKEN 10/11/12/13/14
TOSHIBA 16/57
YAMAHA 18/41
05
WHITE
WESTINGHOUSE
SANYO 21/54/55/56
05/69/75/76/77/78
SEG
SINUDYNE 05
31/33/66/67/69TCL
TEVION 52
THOMSON 10/15/44
SHARP 18
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1 Turn on the TV, then select the appropriate
AV input to suit the connections to this unit.
2 Press [Í] on the remote control or [Í/I] on
this unit.
• The Easy Setting will start at the initial power on.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions and
perform the settings.
• When the Download from TV screen appears, the
setting information on the TV is acquired by this unit.
(> 94)
Auto Setup starts.
(This operation may take some time.)
e.g.,
4 Clock is set automatically.
If the clock setting screen appears, set the
time manually. (> 91, Clock)
5 Set “Quick Start” to “On”, “Off” or “Timer
Setting for Quick Start”, then press [OK].
For details, refer to “Quick Start”. (> 90)
6 If the TV aspect setting screen appears:
Select the item to match the type of TV
connected.
For details, refer to “TV Aspect”. (> 86)
When “Easy Setting has been completed.”
appears, Easy Setting is complete.
• Select “Yes” to set network settings.
• Select “No” to finish the Easy Setting.
To stop partway
Press [RETURN ].
To restart setup
1 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. (> 20)
2 Select “Basic Settings” in “Setup”, then press
[OK].
3 Select “Auto Setup” in “Digital TV Tuning”,
then press [OK].
4 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
• If tuning is cancelled partway through, it may not be
possible to receive the channels. Restart setup again.
Easy Setting
Progress
Digital TV Auto Tuning
CH 6 69
RF Ch
Digital TV: 2
Searching
Quality
Type
Channel Name
This will take about 3 minutes.
35
10
10
35
Digital TV
Digital TV
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Settings
Easy Network Setting
1 Select “Wired” or “Wireless”, then press
[OK].
2 Follow the on-screen instructions and make
the following confirmation and settings.
“Wired” connection:
- Network Connection Check
- Home Network function
- TV Anytime
“Wireless” connection:
• Before beginning wireless connection
setup obtain your Network name (SSID).
An SSID (Service Set IDentification) is a
name used by wireless LAN to identify a
particular network. Transmission is
possible if the SSID matches for both
devices.
- Wireless Connection Check
- Network Connection Check
- Home Network function
- TV Anytime
3 When “Easy Network Setting is finished.”
appears
Press [OK].
Search for wireless network:
1 Select “Search for wireless network”, then
press [OK].
2 The available wireless networks will be
displayed. Select your network name and
press [OK].
- If your Network name is not displayed,
search again by pressing the red button on
the remote control.
- Stealth SSID will not be displayed. Enter
manually by using “Wireless Settings”.
(> 78, 87)
• If your wireless network is encrypted,
Encryption Key Input Screen will be
displayed.
Input the encryption key of your network.
3 Select “Set”, then press [OK].
WPS (PUSH button):
If your Wireless router supports WPS (PUSH
button), you can easily perform the settings by
pressing WPS button on it.
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup™) is a standard that
facilitates settings relating to the connection and
security of wireless LAN devices.
1 Select “WPS (PUSH button)”, then press [OK].
2 Press WPS button or corresponding button of
Wireless router until the lamp starts flashing.
• Wi-Fi Protected Setup™-compatible
Wireless router may have the mark.
• For details, refer to the operating instructions
of Wireless router.
3 Press [OK].
Easy Network Setting
OK
RETURN
Easy Network 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
Connection method to wireless access point
e.g.,
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When you experience problems
Refer to “When you experience problems with
Easy Network Setting”. (> 107)
To restart Easy Network Setting
1 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. (> 20)
2 Select “Basic Settings” in “Setup”, then press
[OK].
3 Select “Easy Network Setting” in “Network”,
then press [OK].
To redo settings individually
If “Easy Network Setting” did not work properly or
when you change the settings individually,
perform the following steps:
1 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. (> 20)
2 Select “Basic Settings” in “Setup”, then press
[OK].
3 Select “Network Settings” in “Network”, then
press [OK].
4 Refer to “Network Settings”. (> 87)
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 unauthorised access.
• Refer to the operating instructions of the hub or router.
• If you set “Home Network function” or “TV Anytime” to “On”,
the setting for “Quick Start” is fixed to “On”.
• Do not use this unit to connect to any wireless network for
which you do not have usage rights.
During automatic searches in a wireless network
environment, wireless networks (SSID) for which you do
not have usage rights may be displayed; however, using
these networks may be regarded as illegal access.
• After performing network settings on this unit, the settings
(encryption level, etc.) of the Wireless router might change.
When you have trouble getting online on your PC, perform
the network settings on your PC in accordance with the
settings of Wireless router.
• Please be aware that connecting to a network without
encryption may result in the content of the communication
being illegitimately viewed by a third party, or the leaking of
data such as personal or secret information.
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FUNCTION MENU screen
You can easily access the desired functions, such
as playback, timer recording, the unit’s settings
etc. via the FUNCTION MENU.
1 Press [FUNCTION MENU].
2 Select the item, then press [OK].
RETURN
FUNCTION MENU
OK
Media
TV GuideKeyword Recording
Home Network
Copy VideoSetup
Timer Recording
Contents on HDDNetwork Service
Recorded Programmes
Contents on HDD
Recorded programmes can be played.
Video ( AVCHD )
Video ( MP4 / Xvid / MKV )
Photo
Music
Contents on HDD
RETURN
Press
OK
Press
e.g.,
FUNCTION MENU list
• Keyword Recording (> 36)
•TV Guide (> 26)
• Timer Recording (> 33)
• Network Service (> 71)
• Contents on HDD
- Recorded Programmes (> 38)
- Video ( AVCHD ) (> 38)
- Video ( MP4 / Xvid / MKV ) (> 41)
-Photo (> 60)
-Music (> 65)
• Home Network
- Miracast (> 69)
- DLNA Client (> 68)
- Media Renderer (> 69)
- Wi-Fi Direct (> 70)
•Setup
- Basic Settings (> 78)
• You can change the unit’s settings of Digital
TV Tuning, Sound, Display, Connection,
Network etc.
- TV Anytime (> 71)
- Wallpaper
Personalise a background of the FUNCTION
MENU.
• To select from among “Photo”, register photo
in advance. (> 61)
- BD-Video Data Management (> 43)
•Media
-Disc
- SD Card
- USB device
- USB HDD
• Copy Video
- Copy Menu (> 53)
- Copy Video (AVCHD) to DVD-R (> 58)
Watching broadcasts
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Watching broadcasts
Watch ing
broadcasts
To switch to the channel you have previously
watched
Press [LAST VIEW ].
• This function will work only for the channels you
have watched for more than 10 seconds.
To switch to the radio channels or to the all
channels
Press [RADIO/TV].
• When you are watching the 3D programme, subtitles and
TV Guide, etc., may not be displayed correctly depending
on the settings. (> 46, 3D Type, Signal Format)
If you have set a ratings level (> 81, Child Lock
( Parental Rating )), you may be asked to enter
the PIN. In that case, enter the 4-digit PIN with the
number buttons by following the on-screen
instructions.
• Make a note of the PIN you have decided on
in case you forget it.
• PIN can be changed via “PIN Entry”. (> 91)
You can select from the list of channel names.
1 Press [OK].
2 Select the channel, then press [OK].
To edit the channel list
Refer to “Channel List”. (> 80)
Instructions for operations are generally
described using the remote control. (> 14)
1 Press [INPUT SELECT] and select “TV”,
then press [OK].
2 Press [CH WX] to select the channel.
• You can also select the channel by the
following operations
- Using number buttons.
- Using Channel List (> right)
- Using TV Guide system (> 26)
- Using channel information (> 26)
If this unit requests a PIN
Using Channel List
All Digital Channels
Select
View
RETURN
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
Page up
Page down
CH
Channel names
Watching broadcasts
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Watching broadcasts
1 Press [GUIDE].
TV Guide screen appears.
2 Select the programme, then press [OK].
3 Select “View”, then press [OK].
To change TV Guide view
Press [GUIDE] to switch between “Landscape”
view and “Portrait” view.
Page up/down
Press [CH WX].
To view a programme list for another day
Press the green button (Previous) or the yellow
button (Next).
To see programme information
Press [STATUS ].
To retrieve the programme data for the area
where data have not been acquired
Select the area, then press [STATUS ].
• Some broadcasters may not send the
programme data. You cannot retrieve the data
from them.
To set a timer Recording using the TV Guide
System
Refer to “Timer recording”. (> 31)
To search the programmes
Refer to “To search the programmes”. (> 32)
• Selection of channel is made easy by creating a Favourite
of the channels you watch often. (> 80, Favourites Edit)
While watching a programme
Press [STATUS ].
Channel information appears.
1 Current Category
2 Set timer (> 34)
3 Subtitle
4 Te l et e xt
5 Multiple audio
6 Data service (Hybrid Broadcast Broadband
TV) (> 27)
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”. (> 80)
To switch between the current programme
and the next programme
Press [2, 1].
To switch to another channel
Press [3, 4], then press [OK].
Using TV Guide system
e.g. Landscape view
Page Down
Information
Page Up
Keyword Recording+24 hoursTimer Rec.
Portrait/Landscape
GUIDE
TUE 06.01
TV Guide
8:00 AM - 9:45 AM
TUE 06.01.2015 8:05 AM
Category: All Digital Channels
8:00 AM AM AM AM AM AM8:30 9:00 9:30 10:00 10:30
Landscape
OK
RETURNOPTION
Using channel information
HDD
71:20 DR
1
10:30 AM
1
Now
Dolby DRating: G
Change category
All Digital Channels
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Set timer
10:30 AM
1
Now
Dolby DRating: G
Change category
All Digital Channels
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Set timer
e.g.,
Watching broadcasts
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When “ ” appears in channel information
(> 26)
Press [STTL ].
• Press again to hide subtitle.
Press [AUDIO].
• Audio will switch according to the contents of
the programme every time it is pressed.
When “ ” appears in channel information
(> 26)
1 Press [TEXT ].
2 Use [3, 4, 2, 1], number buttons or colour
buttons, etc. according to on-screen
instructions.
• You can change the display mode. (> 78, 85, Teletext)
You can switch the screen mode.
Refer to “Switching the aspect ratio of the
screen”. (> 98)
To use data service
You can enjoy the interactive data services for
digital broadcasting.
To use Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV
application:
• Perform network connection and settings.
(> 18, 22)
• Set “HbbTV Setting” to “On”. (
> 78, 81)
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.
• 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.
This unit temporarily saves a live TV programme
you are watching with this unit’s tuner on HDD.
REWIND LIVE TV
PAUSE LIVE TV
You can pause live TV programme and restart
watching from the paused position.
1 While watching TV
REWIND LIVE TV:
Press [SLOW/SEARCH 6] to rewind.
PAUSE LIVE TV:
Press [PAUSE ;] to pause.
• The maximum amount of the temporary
save is 1.5 hours.
2 When you want to resume:
Press [PLAY/a1.3 1].
• You can perform search or Quick View, etc.
• If temporary save stops, playback will be
performed by that point.
Operations while watching broadcast
To show subtitle
Switching audio
To show Teletext
Aspect
To use data service (Hybrid Broadcast
Broadband TV)
REWIND LIVE TV/PAUSE 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.
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Watching broadcasts
While pausing or rewinding a broadcast:
Press [STATUS ].
• Press [STATUS ] again.
While pausing a programme via external input:
Press [STATUS ] twice.
1 The time that you can rewind the live
programme.
2 The amount of time temporarily saved on
HDD.
3 The time of the current playback position.
To stop REWIND LIVE TV or PAUSE LIVE TV
1Press [STOP∫].
2 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
To hide the display information
Press [EXIT ].
• The unit cannot rewind and play more than 1.5 hours prior
to the current time.
• Temporary save stops in the following cases:
- When switching to other channels or other screen
- When the unit has started recording using all tuners
- 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 all tuners are being used to record programmes
- While copying
- While watching a programme being recorded
- When a radio programme is selected
- REWIND LIVE TV:
When “REWIND LIVE TV” is set to “Off” (> 82)
- PAUSE LIVE TV:
When a timer recording via external input is started while
watching a programme via external input
Display information
Pause
8:05 AM
9:35 AM
8:50 AM
8:50:55 AM 01.01.2015
Play
8:50.50 AM
8:50:55 AM 01.01.2015
Play
8:50.50 AM
Recording
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Recording TV programmes
Recording
To set the recording time
1 Select “Recording Time” or “Continuous
recording” in step 4 (> left).
Recording Time:
You can set the length of recording time from
30 minutes to 4 hours.
• You can select the recording time with
[2, 1].
Continuous recording:
The recording is continued until you press
[STOP ∫].
2 Press [OK].
To convert the recording mode after recording
in DR mode
Refer to “File Conversion”. (> 49)
To confirm whether the conversion is
completed
Refer to “To confirm whether the conversion is
completed”. (> 49)
To cancel a conversion
Refer to “To cancel a “During standby”
conversion”. (> 49)
• If a timer recording reaches its start time when all tuners
are being used for recording, the recording of one of the
programmes terminates.
• Teletext will not be recorded.
• Following contents or media cannot be played back while
recording.
- video file
- photo
- USB HDD (For data files, > 10) and USB memory
• Copying cannot be performed while recording.
• When “Automatic Standby after OTR” is set to “On” (> 90),
this unit is turned to standby mode if this unit is not
operated for approximately 5 minutes after completing
“Automatic Stop” or “Recording Time”.
• The title before conversion (the title recorded in DR mode)
will be deleted once the conversion is completed.
• Conversion will take about the same time as the recorded
duration.
• When the HDD does not have enough remaining space,
conversion will not start.
• Conversion is stopped when this unit is turned on.
Conversion will start from the beginning again once the unit
is switched to standby mode.
• When converted, audio content and subtitle will be
converted with the same settings as at the start of
recording.
• This operation only records to built-in HDD.
• This unit can record three programmes being
broadcasted at the same time.
1 Select the channel to record.
2 Press [REC MODE] and select the
conversion mode, then press [OK].
• This unit will record the programmes in DR
mode once, and then automatically convert
to the selected recording mode while this
unit is in standby.
• Recording mode (> 9)
• The conversion mode set here is used as
an initial value for the next recording.
3 Press [REC ¥].
Recording will start.
• “REC1”, “REC2” or “REC3” will light on the
front panel display.
4
Select “Automatic Stop”, then press [OK].
• One touch recording (OTR)
Recording stops automatically when the
programme ends.
• You can also select “Recording Time” or
“Continuous recording”. (> right)
HG
HX
HE
HL
HM
XP
SP
LP
EP
Off (DR)
Conversion Mode Setting
OK
RETURN
HDD Remain: (DR)m
h
High
Definition
Data Size
Large
Small
Large
Small
Standard
Definition
Automatic Stop at 8:45 AM
REC1/OTR
Recording Time
Continuous recording
30 min
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Recording
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Recording TV programmes
Press [STATUS ].
e.g., While recording three programmes simultaneously
Press [STOP ∫].
When recording one programme:
If the following screen appears
Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
After displaying the recording programme, press
[PAUSE ;].
• Press again to restart recording.
(A title is not split into separate titles.)
• Timer recording programme cannot be paused.
While recording, perform steps 1–4 on page 29.
• Channel or input can only be switched between the
recording programmes.
You can play the recording title from the beginning
or the titles previously recorded to the HDD.
1 Press [VIDEO MENU].
“[” is displayed on the recording programme.
2 Select the title, then press [OK].
Operation during Recording
To check the recording programme
To stop recording
When recording three programmes:
If the following screen appears
1 Select the programme, then press [OK].
2 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
REC2
REC3
HDD
REC1/OTR AUTO
5
6
Recording programme
displayed on the TV
Recording programme not displayed on the TV
Stop Recording
Yes
No
Recording of this programme is in progress.
Stop this recording ?
OK
RETURN
1
Stop Recording
These recordings are in progress.
Which recording would you like to stop ?
OK
RETURN
1
2
3
To pause recording
To record three programmes simultaneously
Simultaneous rec and play
Page
Select
Start Time
Prog.Type:
Rec time
Play
RETURN
Channel Date Title Name
Delete
Movie
9:00 AM 0:01
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