Thank you for purchasing this product.
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.
• This Blu-ray Disc Player / HDD Recorder is for viewing and recording free to view channels
only. It does not receive pay TV or encrypted channels.
Region management information
BD-Video:This unit can play BD-Video discs
supporting the region code “B”.
e.g.,e.g.,
Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com
Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.
DVD-Video:
This unit can play DVD-Video discs
supporting the region number “2”
or “ALL”.
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Safety precautions
WARNING
Unit
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or
product damage,
- Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture,
dripping or splashing.
- Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, on this unit.
- Use only the recommended accessories.
- Do not remove covers.
- Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer
servicing to qualified service personnel.
- Do not let metal objects fall inside this unit.
- Do not place heavy items on this unit.
AC mains lead
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or
product damage,
- Ensure that the power supply voltage
corresponds to the voltage printed on this unit.
- Insert the mains plug fully into the socket
outlet.
- Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the
lead.
- Do not handle the plug with wet hands.
- Hold onto the mains plug body when
disconnecting the plug.
- Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket
outlet.
• The mains plug is the disconnecting device.
Install this unit so that the mains plug can be
unplugged from the socket outlet immediately.
Small object
• Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children
to prevent swallowing.
CAUTION
Unit
• This unit utilizes a laser. Use of controls or
adjustments or performance of procedures other
than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
• Do not place sources of naked flames, such as
lighted candles, on this unit.
• This unit may receive radio interference caused
by mobile telephones during use. If such
interference occurs, please increase separation
between this unit and the mobile telephone.
• This unit is intended for use in moderate
climates.
Placement
• Place this unit on an even surface.
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or
product damage,
- Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase,
built-in cabinet or in another confined space.
Ensure this unit is well ventilated.
- Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings
with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, and
similar items.
- Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight, high
temperatures, high humidity, and excessive
vibration.
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
Fuse cover
Figure AFigure B
Lead
(For the AC mains plug of three pins)
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.
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.
Before use
Remove the connector cover.
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.
2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse
cover.
Figure AFigure B
Fuse
(5 ampere)
Fuse
(5 ampere)
Supplied accessories
Please check and identify the supplied
accessories.
(Product numbers are correct as of March 2013.
These may be subject to change.)
Remote control:
[PWT635] (N2QAYB000762)
[PWT530] (N2QAYB000763)
Batteries for remote control:2 pcs.
AC mains lead (K2CT2YY00098):1pc.
RF coaxial cable (K1TWACC00003):1pc.
• Do not use AC mains lead with other equipment.
Indemnity concerning recorded content
Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for
damages directly or indirectly due to any type of
problems that result in loss of recording or edited
content (data), and does not guarantee any
content if recording or editing does not work
properly. Likewise, the above also applies in a
case where any type of repair is made to the unit
(including any other non-HDD related
component).
Restriction on use of unauthorized copied
content
This unit adopts the following technology for
copyright protection.
Cinavia Notice
This product uses Cinavia technology to limit
the use of unauthorized copies of some
commercially-produced film and videos and
their soundtracks. When a prohibited use of
an unauthorized copy is detected, a message
will be displayed and playback or copying will
be interrupted. More information about
Cinavia technology is provided at the Cinavia
Online Consumer Information Center at
http://www.cinavia.com.
information about Cinavia by mail, send a
postcard with your mailing address to:
Cinavia Consumer Information Center, P.O.
Box 86851, San Diego, CA, 92138, USA.
About descriptions in these operating
instructions
• These operating instructions are applicable to mo dels
DMR-PWT635 and DMR-PWT530. The illustrations in
these Operating Instructions show images of DMRPWT635 unless otherwise indicated.
• [PWT635] :indicates features applicable to
DMR-PWT635 only.
• [PWT530] :indicates features applicable to
DMR-PWT530 only.
• Pages to be referred to are indicated as “> ±±”.
Getting started
Watching broadcasts
Recording
Playing back video
Editing video
Copying video
Photo
Music
With Other Equipment
Convenient functions
Troubleshooting
Reference
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Getting started
HDD and media information
For more details, refer also to the specifications. (> 96)
Playable/Recordable contents
Media typeStandard symbolPlayable contents
• Video
Built-in hard disk drive
(HDD)
External HDD
(> 9)
BD-Video
[HDD]
[USB_HDD]
• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D
•JPEG
• MPO (3D photo)
•MP3
§1
• Video
• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D
• SD Video (MPEG2)
•MP4
• Xvid
•JPEG
• MPO (3D photo)
•MP3
• Video
§2, 3
§4
•MPEG2
•MKV
(–: Impossible)
Recordable
contents
–
BD-RE
BD-R
DVD-Video
DVD-R
DVD-R DL
[BD-V]
–
• Video
[BD-RE]
• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D
•JPEG
–
• MPO (3D photo)
• Video
[BD-R]
• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D
• Xvid
§2
–
•MKV
§5
[DVD-V]
[DVD-R]
• Video
• Video
• Xvid
•JPEG
• MPO (3D photo)
• AVCHD
•MKV
–
§3
–
•MP3
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Media typeStandard symbolPlayable contents
DVD-RW
[DVD-RW]
• Video
•AVCHD
§2
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(–: Impossible)
Recordable
contents
–
+R/+R DL[+R]
+RW[+RW]
Audio CD (CD-DA)
CD
(including CD-R/RW)
• Video
•AVCHD
• Video
•AVCHD
•Music
[CD]
• Xvid• MKV
•JPEG
• MPO (3D photo)
§2
§2
•MP3
SD Cards
• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D
• SD Video (MPEG2)
[SD]
•MP4•JPEG
§2
§4
•JPEG
• MPO (3D photo)
• MPO (3D photo)
§2, 3
§4
•MPEG2
•MKV
USB memory[USB]
• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D
• SD Video (MPEG2)
•MP4
• Xvid
•JPEG
• MPO (3D photo)
•MP3
Playable contents as DLNA client
Refer to “Playable contents”. (> 59)
§1
It cannot be recorded directly. (Only compatible with copying from the built-in HDD)
§2
Recorded with AVCHD format compatible devices (Panasonic video camera, etc.). It may not be
able to play back depending on the device.
§3
It cannot be played back directly from the USB HDD or USB memory. Playback is possible by
copying to the built-in HDD. (> 56)
§4
Recorded with SD-Video format compatible devices (Panasonic video camera, etc.). It can be
played back only after copying to the HDD. (> 57)
§5
Includes finalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, +R and +R DL.
–
–
–
–
–
• The producer of the disc can control how d iscs 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.
• The video file and subtitle text files are inside th e 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.
“.MTS”“.mts”“.TS”“.ts”
“.SUB”“.sub”“.TXT”“.txt”
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Notes
Notes for an External HDD (USB HDD)
You can use an external HDD in the following two ways. (A single HDD cannot handle those two ways
simultaneously.)
• For recorded titles
Moving titles in the built-in HDD to a USB HDD to save the capacity of the built-in HDD.
• The USB HDD must first be registered on this unit. (> 63)
• 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 dev ices as USB 2.0 devices, in certain cases USB 3.0 devices cannot be used due to
differing connector shape, larger current ratings, etc. (Use of USB 2.0 devices is recommended.)
• This unit does not recognize USB HDDs other than those in which the size of one sector is 512-bytes. (For details, consult the
dealer of your USB HDD.)
• This unit does not guarantee connectio n with all USB devices.
Notes for the disc
• Disc recorded on a recorder, PC, etc.
• It may be necessary to finalize the disc, create Top Menu or close the session on the equipment
used for recording to play on this unit.
• Discs that cannot be played
- DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from their cartridges
- DVD-RAM- DVD-Audio
-HD DVD
- CD-ROM, Photo CD, PD, etc.
- Super Video CD, Super Audio CD, Video CD
• Operation and sound quality of CDs that do not conform to CD-DA specifications (copy control CDs, etc.) cannot be
guaranteed.
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DO
DO NOT
DODO NOT
DO NOT
HDD and media information
Notes for the SD cards
• Compatible SD card
- SD Memory Card
(from 8 MB to 2 GB, FAT12 and FAT16
formats)
- SDHC Memory Card
(from 4 GB to 32 GB, FAT32 format)
- SDXC Memory Card
(48 GB, 64 GB, exFAT format)
• Using miniSD card or microSD card
Mini-type and micro-type cards can also be
used, but must be used with adaptor cards
(optional).
To format an SD card
Refer to “Format SD card”. (> 62)
• Usable memory is slightly less than the card capacity.
• If the SD card is formatted on other equip ment, 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 b e
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
USB memories support FAT12, FAT16, FAT32
and NTFS file systems.
Media handling
• Do not touch the recorded surface of the discs
or the terminal surface of the SD cards.
• If there is dirt or condensation on the disc, wipe
with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
• Do not attach labels or stickers to discs.
• Do not use disc cleaning sprays, benzine,
thinner, static electricity prevention liquids or
any other solvent.
• Do not use ballpoint pens or other hard writing
implements, when writing on the label side of
the disc.
• Do not drop, stack, or impact discs.
• Do not place objects on discs.
• Do not use the following discs:
- Discs with exposed adhesive from removed
stickers or labels (rental discs, etc.).
- Discs that are badly warped or cracked.
- Irregularly shaped discs.
• The USB memory over 2 TB is not usable.
• This unit supports USB 2.0 High Speed.
• This unit does not guarantee connectio n with all USB
devices.
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• Do not expose the terminals of the SD card to
water, garbage or other strange things.
• Do not place in the following areas:
- In hot places, such as under the direct
sunlight.
- In very dusty or humid areas.
- Locations susceptible to significant difference
in temperature (condensation can occur).
- Where static electricity or electromagnetic
waves occur.
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Unit care
Getting started
HDD/USB HDD handling care
• The HDD is a high precision device
The HDD is a high precision recording
instrument and is easily susceptible to damage.
Therefore, be careful of the following points
while the unit is turned on, especially during
operation, otherwise the HDD and the recorded
content may be damaged:
- Do not subject the unit to any vibration and
shock.
- Do not remove the AC mains lead from the
household mains socket.
This unit cannot save (backup) the HDD titles to
media. You have to be very careful when
handling the unit and editing the title.
• If the HDD or USB HDD is damaged, the
recorded content cannot be recovered.
Setup precautions
• Place the unit on a surface that is flat and
not subject to vibration or impact.
• Do not place on anything that generates heat
like a Set Top Box, etc.
• Place in an area where condensation does
not occur. Conditions where condensation
may occur
- When there is an extreme change in
temperature (e.g., when subjected to an air
conditioner or when cooled air directly impacts
the unit).
- When there is high humidity or a lot of steam
in the room.
In the above situation, without turning the unit on, let the unit adjust to the room temperature
and wait 2–3 hours until condensation is gone.
• The unit may breakdown if cigarette smoke
or bug spray/vapour, etc. gets inside the
unit.
When moving the unit
Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is
empty.
1 Switch the unit to standby mode. (Wait until
“BYE” disappears from the display.)
2 Remove the AC mains lead from the
household mains socket.
3 Move only after the unit has come to a
complete stop (approx. 3 minutes) in order to
avoid subjecting to vibration and shock. (Even
after the unit is switched to standby mode, the
HDD continues operating for a short time.)
Cleaning
• This unit
- Wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
- Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to
clean this unit.
- Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully
read the instructions that came with the cloth.
• This unit’s lens
Use the Lens cleaner (optional) to clean the
unit’s lens.
Lens cleaner: RP-CL720AE
• This lens cleaner may not be available for
sale in all countries, e.g. not available in
Germany, please consult your Panasonic
dealer for advice.
When requesting this unit for repair
The registration of the USB HDD may be
cancelled in the process of repairing this unit.
You can use the USB HDD again by
re-registering, but all recorded content already on
the USB HDD will be lost. In such cases, the
recorded content (data) cannot be recovered.
To dispose or transfer this unit
This unit may contain private information. Before
disposing of or transferring this unit, perform the
following to delete the data, including personal or
secret information:
- Format HDD (> 68, 73)
- Perform “Shipping Condition” (> 68, 82)
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STATUS
F
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C
T
I
O
N
M
E
N
U
D
I
R
E
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
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
DEL
PROG/CHECK
TIME SLIP
NETFLIX
-10s+60s
AD
SETUP
RECTEXTSTTL
CHAPTER
MANUAL SKIP
REWIND LIVE TV
INTERNET
LAST VIEW
BACK/
RETURN
PWT635
R6/LR6, AA
(Alkaline or manganese batteries)
Control reference guide
Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control.
Remote control
9 Show DIRECT NAVIGATOR, Top Menu,
Pop-up Menu (> 35)
: Show OPTION menu (> 44, 50, 55)
; Colour buttons (Use in accordance with
instruction on the screen.)
< Start recording (> 28)
= Listen to Audio Description (> 26, 41)
> Show the Timer Recording screen (> 32)
? Create chapter (> 41)
@ Show Setup menu (> 68)
A Skip the specified time (> 41)
B TV operation buttons (> 18)
C Channel select (> 24)/Change pages in the
DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen etc.
D Show the VIERA Connect screen (> 61)
E Switching to the radio channel list (> 24)
F [PWT635]Start up a video communication
1 Transmit the remote control signal
• Point it at remote control signal sensor on
this unit. (> 13)
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
(> 24)
6 Basic operations for recording and play,
REWIND LIVE TV/PAUSE LIVE TV (> 27)
7 Show Information (> 25, 36, 40)
8 Selection/OK, Frame-by-frame (> 40)
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(> 61)
G Exit the menu screen
H Show the TV Guide screen (> 25)
I Show the FUNCTION MENU screen (> 23)
J Ret
K Show subtitles (> 26, 41)
L Show Digital teletext (> 26)
M Show NETFLIX screen (> 61)
N To delete unwanted recorded titles, timer
programmes, photos or music (> 43)
O Skip approx. 1 minute forward (> 41)
P Skip approx. 10 seconds backward (> 41)
Insert batteries
Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the
remote control.
urn to previous screen
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Main unit
Pull to flip down the
front panel.
SD card
USB memory
Disc
[PWT635]
Display
1 Standby/on switch (Í/I)
Press to switch the unit from on to standby
mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit
is still consuming a small amount of power.
2 Open/close disc tray
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6 Recording indicator
• The indicator will light up while recording.
• The indicator will blink while recording is
paused and before recording starts.
7 Remote control signal sensor
• Angle: Approx. 20° up and down, 30° left and
right
• Distance: Within approx. 7 m in front of the
unit
8 St op
9 Start play
: [PWT635] CALL LED
• The LED will light up when this unit receives
incoming call etc. of the video
communication. (> 61)
Display
1257643
3 Disc tray
4 USB port
5 SD card slot
HDD
SD
BD
COPY
• When removing the SD card, press on the
centre of the card and pull it straight out.
1 Drive (HDD, BD or SD) indicator
2 Disc indicator
• While writing to/reading from the media, do not switch the
unit to standby mode or remove the media. Such action
may result in loss of the media contents.
• When inserting the media, ensure that it is facing the right
way up.
3 Copying indicator
4 USB port indicator
5 SD card slot indicator
6 Remote control signal indicator
7 Timer recording indicator
• This indicator lights up when the timer
recording standby is activated.
8 Main display section indicator
- Current time
- Playback counter
- Various messages (> 93)
9 Playback indicator
SDUSB
PLAY
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HDMI
VHF/UHF
RF IN
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
To the aerial
Aerial cable
RF coaxial cable
(supplied)
TV’s rear panel
Connection
Basic connections
3D programmes can be played back when this unit is connected to a 3D compatible TV.
• Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.
To connect and register the USB HDD (optional)
Refer to “Registering the external HDD (USB HDD)”. (> 63)
[PWT635] To connect the Communication Camera (optional)
Refer to “VIERA Connect (Enjoying Internet Service)”. (> 61)
[PWT530] To connect the Wireless LAN Adaptor (optional)
Refer to “Network connection”. (> 17)
About HDMI cable
Use the High Speed HDMI cables. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.
It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable.
When outputting 1080p signal, please use HDMI Cables 5.0 meters or less.
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HDMI
HDMI INHDMI OUT
HDMI
cable
Amplifier/
receiver
TV
HDMI cable
(ARC compatible)
(ARC compatible)
3D programmes can be played back when
this unit is connected to a 3D compatible
amplifier/receiver and a 3D compatible TV.
• You will not be able to view 3D programmes
with this connection if your amplifier/receiver
is not 3D compatible.
When the unit is not to be used for a long
time
To save power, unplug it from the household
mains socket. This unit consumes a small
amount of power, even when the unit is in
standby mode.
[approx. 0.2 W (“Quick Start” is not activated
and “RF OUT ( Aerial Signal )” is set to
“Off”)]
• This unit cannot connect the TV that does not have the
HDMI terminal.
• Keep the RF coaxial cables as far away as possible from
other cables.
• Do not roll up the RF coaxial cables.
• The HDMI connection supports VIERA Link “HDAVI
Control” (> 65).
• 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 on ly compatible with
2 channel audio output, audio with 3 channels or more will
be down mixed and output as 2 channels, even if
connecting with an HDMI cable. (Some discs cannot be
down mixed.)
Amplifier/receiver connections
HDMI terminal
• VIERA Link function is possible by conn ecting to a TV or
amplifier/receiver compatible with VIERA Link.
• When using a TV or an amplifier/receiver t hat does not
display “ARC compatible” on the HDMI terminal, it is
necessary to connect the TV and the amplifier/receiver with
a digital audio cable to enjoy the TV audio on the
amplifier/receiver.
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HDMI IN
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI cable
Amplifier/receiver
TV
HDMI cable
(ARC compatible)
(ARC compatible)
3D programmes can be played back when
this unit is connected to a 3D compatible
TV.
• This connection only supports up to 5.1ch.
OPTICAL IN
Amplifier/receiver
Optical digital
audio cable
AUDIO IN
LR
Audio cable
Amplifier/receiver
Connection
∫ Amplifier/receiver not compatible with 3D
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal
• When you do not want the audio to be output from the TV,
set “HDMI Audio Output” to “Off” (> 68, 77).
AUDIO OUT terminal
• Connect to terminals of the same colour.
• VIERA Link function is possible by connect ing to a TV or
amplifier/receiver compatible with VIERA Link.
• When using a TV or an amplifier/receiver that does not
display “ARC compatible” on the HDMI terminal, it is
necessary to connect the TV and the amplifier/receiver with
a digital audio cable to enjoy the TV audio on the
amplifier/receiver.
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Broadband router, etc.
Internet
LAN (ethernet) cable
Internet
Wireless router, etc.
[PWT530]
Wireless LAN
Adaptor
Network connection
When this unit is connected to the network, you
can enjoy network functions (DLNA function,
VIERA Connect, Remote Recording, etc.).
For details about connection method, refer to the
instructions supplied with the connected
equipment.
After you make the LAN cable/Wireless LAN
connection, the network setting is needed.
(> 21, Easy Network Setting)
∫ Precautions of Wireless LAN connection
The following limits are in place regarding the
usage of this unit. You must be aware of these
limits before using this unit.
Panasonic will in no way be responsible for any
incidental damage which may arise due to a
failure to obey these limits, or to any condition of
use or disuse of this unit.
• Data transmitted and received over radio
waves may be intercepted and monitored.
• This unit contains delicate electronic
components.
Please use this unit in the manner in which it
was intended and follow the following points:
- Do not expose this unit to high temperatures
or direct sunlight.
- Do not bend, or subject this unit to strong
impacts.
- Keep this unit away from moisture.
- Do not disassemble or alter this unit in any
way.
LAN cable connection
• Use category 5 or above straight LAN c ables (STP) when
connecting to peripheral devices.
• Inserting any cable other than a LA N cable in the LAN
terminal can damage the unit.
Wireless LAN connection
• [PWT635] Wireless LAN is built in. (There is no
need to connect a Wireless LAN Adaptor.)
• [PWT530] Connect the Wireless LAN Adaptor
DY-WL5 (optional).
• [PWT530] Only the Wireless LAN Adaptor DY-WL5 (optional)
can be used. Read the operating instructions for DY-WL5
thoroughly when using it.
Connect/disconnect DY-WL5 when the unit is in standby
mode and not using the network functions, 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.
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STATUS
D
I
R
E
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
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
DEL
PROG/CHECK
TIME SLIP
NETFLIX
-10s+60s
AD
SETUP
RECTEXT STTL
CHAPTER
MANUAL SKIP
REWIND LIVE TV
INTERNET
LAST VIEW
F
U
N
C
T
I
O
N
M
E
N
U
BACK/
RETURN
TV operation buttons
(> right)
Select and enter buttons
To return to the previous
screen
To exit the screen
FUNCTION MENU (> 23)
Setup (> 68)
Settings
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TV operation buttons
The TV can be operated from the TV operation
buttons of the remote control.
• Perform the setting if you cannot operate the TV
with the TV operation buttons.
While pressing [TV Í], enter the code with
the number buttons.
31/33/66/67/69TCL
TELEFUNKEN 10/11/12/13/14
TEVION52
THOMSON10/15/44
TOSHIBA16/57
WHITE
WESTINGHOUSE
05
YAMAHA18/41
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Getting started
Progress
DVB Auto Setup
CH 2168
CH
Free TV: 2Pay TV: 0Data: 0Radio: 0
Searching
Actual number of channels may differ due to channel duplication.
Quality
Type
Channel Name
RETURN
This will take about 3 minutes.
35
10
10
35
Free TV
Free TV
Owner ID
Please enter new PIN
PIN
0
PIN entry
9
You now have the opportunity to enter your
details and help the police to crack crime.
See Instruction Book.
* * * *
RETURN
Owner ID-Data Entry
NAME
HOUSE NO
POSTCODE
PIN0000
RETURN
Change PIN
Select
0
Number
9
-
PIN Entry
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.
---
RETURN
Easy Setting
1 Turn on the TV, then select the appropriate
AV input to suit the connections to this unit.
2 Press [Í] on the remote control or [Í/I] on
this unit.
• The Easy Setting will start at the initial
power on.
Auto Setup starts.
(This operation may take some time.)
e.g.,
After tuning has been completed, clock will
be set automatically.
• If the region selection screen appears,
select repeatedly until you reach the
available region.
• If the clock setting screen appears, set the
time manually (> 81, Clock).
3 Enter the PIN.
This PIN will be used only for the Owner
ID-Data Entry screen.
4 Set the Owner ID-Data Entry (“NAME”,
“HOUSE NO” and “POSTCODE”).
e.g.,
1 Select the item, then press [OK].
2 Select the character, then press [OK].
Repeat this step.
3 Press [BACK/RETURN].
4 Repeat steps 1-3 to enter all data.
5 Press [BACK/RETURN] to exit from
the Owner ID-Data Entry screen.
5 Enter the new PIN for parental control.
• The default PIN is “0000”.
1 Enter the new 4-digit PIN with the number
buttons.
• Make a note of the PIN you have
decided on in case you forget it.
2 Press [OK].
1 Press the number buttons to enter 4-digit
PIN.
2 Repeat step 1 to confirm.
• Make a note of PIN in case you forget it.
The PIN number cannot be reset.
• Steps 3 – 5 will be skipped in the Easy
Setting after “Shipping Condition”
(> 82) is performed. (> go to step 6 on
page 20)
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Quick Start
On
Off
Timer Setting for Quick Start6:0023:00
Settings
6 Set “Quick Start” to “On”, “Off” or “Timer
Setting for Quick Start”, then press [OK].
•On
It is possible to start quickly from standby
mode.
•Off
Power consumption in standby mode is
minimized. (> 96)
However, startup time from standby mode
will be longer.
• Timer Setting for Quick Start
“Quick Start” is activated when the set time
comes. (If the clock has not been set, this
function is not activated at all hours.)
When “Easy Setting has been completed.”
appears, Easy Setting is complete.
• Select “Yes” to proceed to “Easy Network
Setting”. (> 21)
• Select “No” to finish the Easy Setting.
To stop partway
Press [BACK/RETURN ].
To restart setup
1 Press [SETUP]. (> 18)
2 Select “Auto Setup” in “Tuning”, then press
[OK].
3 Select “Yes”, 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 until “01 OID” is displayed on the unit’s
display.
3 Press [OK] on the remote control.
The PIN is not displayed.
To confirm that channels have been tuned
correctly
Refer to “Using Channel List”. (> 24)
To change PIN for parental control
Refer to “PIN Entry”. (> 81)
To change the region for Channel Sorting
Refer to “Channel Sorting by Region”. (> 71)
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• If tuning is cancelled partway through, it may not be
possible to receive the channels. Restart setup again.
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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
e.g.,
Easy Network Setting
After completing “Easy Setting”, you can continue
with “Easy Network Setting”.
1 Select “Wired” or “Wireless”, then press
[OK].
[PWT635]
2 Follow the on-screen instructions and make
the following confirmation and settings.
“Wired” connection:
- Home Network Connection Check
- Home Network function
- Remote Recording function
- Internet Connection Test
“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.
• [PWT530] 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.
- Wireless Settings
- Home Network Connection Check
- Home Network function
- Remote Recording function
- Internet Connection Test
Connection method to wireless access point
Search for wireless network:
1 Select “Search for wireless network”, then
press [OK].
2 The available wireless networks will be
displayed. Select your network name and
press [OK].
- If your Network name is not displayed search
again by pressing the red button on the
remote control.
- Stealth SSID will not be displayed. Enter
manually by using “Wireless Settings”.
(> 68, 78)
• If your wireless network is encrypted, Encryption
Key Input Screen will be displayed.
Input the encryption key of your network.
WPS (PUSH button):
If your Wireless router supports WPS (PUSH
button), you can easily perform the settings by
pressing WPS button on it.
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup™) is a standard that
facilitates settings relating to the connection and
security of wireless LAN devices.
1 Select “WPS (PUSH button)”, then press [OK].
2 Press WPS button or corresponding button of
Wireless router until the lamp starts flashing.
• Wi-Fi Protected Setup™-compatible
Wireless router may have the mark.
• For details, refer to the operating instruction
of Wireless router.
3 Press [OK].
3 When “Easy Network Setting is finished.”
appears.
Press [OK].
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Settings
When you experience problems
Refer to “When you experience problems with
Easy Network Setting”. (> 94)
If “Easy Network Setting” did not work properly or
when you change the settings individually,
perform the following steps:
1 Press [SETUP]. (> 18)
2 Select “Network Settings” in “Network”, then
press [OK].
3 Refer to “Network Settings”. (> 78)
Check security before using Home Network
function
If you set “Home Network function” to “On”, all
connected devices on the same network can
access this unit. Ensure that the router for your
home network has adequate security system to
prevent unauthorized access.
• Refer to the operating instructions of t he hub or router.
• If you set “Home Network function” or “ Remote Recording
function” to “On”, the setting for “Quick Start” is fixed to
“On”.
• Do not use this unit to connect to a ny 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
FUNCTION MENU
Drive Select
OK
RETURN
Timer Recording
Others
Disc / SD Card / USB / USB HDD
Network
Playback Contents
TV Guide
HDD
Timer Recording
Playback Contents
TV Guide
Video
Photo
Music
BACK/
RETURN
Press
OK
Press
e.g.,
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]
Getting started
FUNCTION MENU list
FUNCTION MENU
Playback Contents
Video (> 35)
Video (AVCHD) (> 39)
Video (MP4) (> 38)
Photo (> 48)
Music (> 52)
Top Menu (> 38)
Menu (> 38)
TV Guide (> 25)
Timer Recording (> 32)
Network
Home Network ( DLNA Client ) (> 59)
Home Network ( Media Renderer ) (> 60)
Network Service (> 61)
Remote Recording (> 33)
Others
Playlists (> 38)
Copy Video ( AVCHD ) (> 56)
Copy Video ( MPEG2 ) (> 57)
Copy New Photos (> 51)
SD Card Management (> 62)
BD-Video Data Management (> 39)
Setup (> 68)
• You can change the unit’s settings of
Tuning, Sound, Display, Connection,
Network etc. in the Setup menu.
Drive Select
HDD
Blu-ray Disc / DVD
SD Card
USB Device
USB HDD
• Selectable items will change depending on the type and
status of the media.
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Watching broadcasts
Watch ing
broadcasts
Channel namesEncrypted channel
Watching broadcasts
Instructions for operations are generally
described using the remote control. (> 12)
Press [CH WX] to select the channel.
• You can also select the channel by the
following operations.
- Using number buttons
- Using Channel List (> right)
- Using TV Guide system (> 25)
- Using channel information (> 25)
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 display correctly depending on the
settings. (> 42, 3D Type, Signal Format)
About the PIN for parental control
If you have locked channels (> 72, Child Lock
List), 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.
• PIN can be changed via “PIN Entry”. (> 81)
Using Channel List
You can select from the list of channel names.
1 Press [OK].
All DVB Channels
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Select
View
RETURN
Page up
Page down
2 Select the channel, then press [OK].
To edit the channel list
Refer to “Channel List”. (> 70)
• Encrypted channels cannot be watch ed.
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Watching broadcasts
10:30
1
Now
ADMPEG
Change category
All DVB Channels
9:00 - 11:00
Set timer
STTL TEXT Multi Audio
G
e.g.,
Using TV Guide system
1 Press [GUIDE].
TV Guide screen appears.
TUE 01/01/2013 8:05
8:00 - 9:45
TUE 01/01
8:008:309:009:3010:00 10:30
OK
RETURN
Information
Category: All DVB Channels
Category+24 hoursTimer Rec.
2 Select the programme, then press [OK].
3 Select “View”, then press [OK].
Page up/down
Press [CH WX].
To view a programme list for another day
Press the green button (Previous) or the yellow
button (Next).
To see programme information
Press [STATUS ].
To retrieve the programme data for the area
where data have not been acquired
Select the area, then press [STATUS ].
• Some broadcasters may not send the
programme data. You cannot retrieve the data
from them.
To set a timer Recording using the TV Guide
System
Refer to “Timer recording”. (> 30)
• Selection of channel is made easy by crea ting a Favourite
of the channels you watch often. (> 70, Favourites Edit)
• If you make access to Rovi Guide via VIERA Connect, you
can use an additional TV Guide which can search
programmes by keywords and can display the detailed
information, etc. (current as of March, 2013). (> 61)
Page Up
Page Down
Using channel information
While watching a programme
Press [STATUS ].
HDD
Remain 71:20
1
1
9:00 - 11:00
Now
Set timer
MPEGSTTL TEXT
Channel information appears.
1 Set timer (> 33)
2 Current Category
3 Programme with Guidance information for
1 Press [OPTION].
2 Select “Digital TV Menu”, then press [OK].
3 Select “Favourites Edit”, then press [OK].
4 Refer to “Favourites Edit”. (> 70)
To switch between the current programme
and the next programme
Press [2, 1].
To switch to another channel
Press [3, 4], then press [OK].
All DVB Channels
Change category
10:30
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Watching broadcasts
Watching broadcasts
Operations while watching broadcast
To show subtitle
When “STTL” appears in channel information
(> 25)
Press [STTL].
• Press again to hide subtitle.
Switching audio
When “Multi Audio” appears in channel
information (> 25)
1 Press [OPTION].
2 Select “Multi Audio” in “Digital TV Menu”, then
press [OK].
3 Select the desired audio.
• Press [EXIT ] to exit from the screen.
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
(> 25)
1 Press [AD].
2 Select “Audio Description” and set to
“Automatic”.
3 Select “Volume”, then adjust the volume with
[2, 1].
To show Digital teletext (MHEG)
When “TEXT” appears in channel information
(> 25)
1 Press [TEXT].
2 Use [3, 4, 2, 1], number buttons or colour
buttons, etc. according to on-screen
instructions.
• Some functions of Digital teletext are deactivated during
recording.
• “Freeview Players” applies access control for some MHEG
services. If you have locked viewing of Digital teletext
(MHEG) (> 72, Freeview Players), PIN is required to start
viewing.
Aspect
You can switch the screen mode.
Refer to “Switching the aspect ratio of the
screen”. (> 85)
• Audio Description may not be available dep ending 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” (> 75, Digital Audio Output).
• You can also set “Audio Description” active in the Setup
menu. (> 72)
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Watching broadcasts
Pause
8:059:35
8:50
8:50:55 01/01/2013
Play
8:50.50
REWIND LIVE TV/PAUSE LIVE TV
This unit temporarily saves a live TV programme
you are watching with this unit’s tuner on HDD.
REWIND LIVE TV
You can rewind live TV programme to the point
where temporary save has started (up to
1.5 hours).
PAUSE LIVE TV
You can pause live TV programme and restart
watching from the paused position.
1 While watching TV
REWIND LIVE TV:
Press [SLOW/SEARCH 6] to rewind.
PAUSE LIVE TV:
Press [PAUSE ;] to pause.
• The maximum amount of the temporary
save is 1.5 hours.
2 When you want to resume:
Press [PLAY/a1.3 1].
• You can perform search or Quick View, etc.
• If temporary save stops (> right), playback
will be performed by that point.
Display information
While pausing or rewinding a broadcast:
Press [STATUS ].
1 The time that you can rewind the live
programme.
2 The amount of time temporarily saved on
HDD.
3 The time of the current playback position.
To stop REWIND LIVE TV or PAUSE LIVE TV
1Press [STOP∫].
2 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
To hide the display information
Press [EXIT ].
• The unit cannot rewind and play more than 1.5 hours prior
to the current time.
• Temporary save stops in the following cases:
- When switching to other channels or other screen
- When recording of the watching programme is started
- When two programmes simultaneous recording is started
- When performing PAUSE LIVE TV or REWIND LIVE TV
for more than 8 hours (This may vary depending on the
HDD free space.)
• These functions do not work in the fo llowing cases:
- When the clock is not set
- While recording two programmes simultaneously
- While copying
- While watching a programme being recorded
- When a radio programme is selected
- REWIND LIVE TV:
When “REWIND LIVE TV” is set to “Off” (> 73)
• PAUSE LIVE TV:
You can operate this unit with the TV remote control by
using VIERA Link (> 65).
Refer to the TV operating instructions.
• Press [STATUS ] again.
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Recording
Recording
Automatic Stop (Guide Link) at 8:45
REC1/OTR
Recording Time
Continuous recording
30 min
8:00 - 8:45
Recording TV programmes
The titles can only be recorded to built-in
HDD and cannot be copied from built-in HDD
to the media other than USB HDD.
• This unit can record two programmes being
broadcasted at the same time.
1 Select the channel to record.
2 Press [REC ¥].
Recording starts.
• “REC1” or “REC2” will light on the unit’s
display.
3 Select “Automatic Stop”, then press
[OK].
• One touch recording (OTR)
Recording stops automatically when the
programme ends.
To set the recording time
1 Select “Recording Time” or “Continuous
recording” in step 3 (> left).
Recording Time:
You can set the length of recording time from
30 minutes to 4 hours.
• You can select the recording time with
[2, 1].
Continuous recording:
The recording is continued until you press
[STOP ∫].
2 Press [OK].
• One recording will terminate when simultaneous recording
is being done and timer recording starts.
• Digital teletext will not be recorded.
• Following contents or media cannot be played back while
recording.
- 3D BD-Video (playback in 3D)
- Xvid and MKV file
- photo
- USB HDD (For data files) and USB memory
• Copying cannot be performed while reco rding.
• When “Automatic Standby after OTR” is set to “On” (> 80),
this unit is turned to standby mode if this unit is not
operated for approximately 5 minutes after completing
“Automatic Stop” or “Recording Time”.
• You can also select “Recording Time” or
“Continuous recording”. (> right)
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Recording
Recording programme
displayed on the TV
Recording programme not displayed on the TV
Stop Recording
Yes
No
Recording of this programme is in progress.
Stop this recording ?
OK
RETURN
1
Page
Select
OPTION
Start Time
Prog.Type:
Rec Time
Play
RETURN
PHOTO / MUSIC
ChannelDate Title Name
Delete
Drama
9:000h10m
04/10
04/10
29/10
29/10
Operation during Recording
To check the recording programme
Press [STATUS ].
e.g., While recording two programmes simultaneously
HDD
REC1/OTR AUTO
5
REC2
To stop recording
Press [STOP ∫].
When recording one programme:
If the following screen appears
Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
To pause recording
After displaying the recording programme, press
[PAUSE ;].
• Press again to restart recording.
(A title is not split into separate titles.)
• Timer recording programme cannot be paused.
To record two programmes simultaneously
While recording, perform steps 1–3 on page 28.
• Channel can only be switched betwee n the recording
programmes.
Simultaneous rec and play
You can play the recording title from the beginning
or the titles previously recorded to the HDD.
1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].
• If the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen of music
is displayed, press the red button, then
select “VIDEO”.
When recording two programmes:
If the following screen appears
2 recordings are in progress.
Which recording would you like to stop ?
1
2
Stop Recording
OK
RETURN
1 Select the programme, then press [OK].
2 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
“[” is displayed on the recording programme.
2 Select the title, then press [OK].
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Recording
Page Down
Information
Page Up
Category+24 hoursTimer Rec.
TUE 01/01
8:00 - 9:45
TUE 01/01/2013 8:05
Category: All DVB Channels
8:008:309:009:3010:00 10:30
OK
RETURN
Timer recording
• This operation will only record to built-in HDD.
• This unit can record two programmes being
broadcasted at the same time.
1 Press [GUIDE].
TV Guide screen appears.
2 Select the programme, then press the
red button.
The timer icon “F” (red) is displayed.
• If on-screen instructions are displayed,
follow them.
To use TV Guide system
Refer to “Using TV Guide system”. (> 25)
To select the programmes of a specific
category
1 On the TV Guide screen:
Press the blue button.
2 Select the item, then press [OK].
• To return to the previous TV Guide list
Select “All DVB Channels”.
To edit the timer recording on the TV Guide
screen
1 Select the programme to edit, then press the
red button.
2 Select “Timer Rec Edit”, then press [OK].
3 Go to step 3 on page 32, “Manually
programming timer recording”.
• Some options cannot be changed when
“Guide Link” is effective. (> 31, 33)
To cancel a timer recording on the TV Guide
screen
1 Select the programme to cancel, then press
the red button.
2 Select “Timer Rec Cancel”, then press [OK].
(“F” disappears)
If the screen for selecting single or series
timer recording appears
Select “Single Timer Rec.” or “Series Timer Rec.”
(> 31), then press [OK].
If “Programme Selection” screen appears
Depending on the signal sent from the
broadcaster, both High Definition picture
programme and Standard Definition picture
programme exist.
Select the programme, then press [OK].
Programme SelectionSUN 01/01/2012 19:40
The same programme in High Definition picture quality exists.
Please choose programme.
ChannelScheduleContents
MON 02/01
3/6 Comedy-drama series about
housemates who are actually awere...
HD
OK
RETURN
23:00 - 0:00
TUE 03/01
23:00 - 0:00
3/6 Comedy-drama series about
housemates who are actually awere...
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Recording
Timer programme overlaps with others.
Some part or all of programmes may not be recorded completely.
OK
RETURN
Overlapped Timer Recording
KeepChange
S
R
HD
If “Overlapped Timer Recording” screen
appears
You can eliminate the overlapping or may change
with repeat event for the duplicated programme.
1 Select “Change”, then press [OK].
2 Follow the on-screen instructions.
Overlapped Timer Recording
Please delete unnecessary programme to resolve.
New Programme
Existing Programmes
OK
RETURN
THU 11/10 23:15 - 23:45 TWO Wales
THU
11/10
23:00 - 23:30 Holiday
THU
11/10
23:00 - 23:30 Animals
Episode 01/ 02
RS
ConfirmDeleteRepeat
Red:Delete programme
Green: Record Repeat programme
Yellow: Exit
(Overlapping is not resolved)
Operation during Recording
Refer to “Operation during Recording”. (> 29)
• This unit has several functions that enable timer record ings
to be controlled by the signal sent from the broadcaster.
(> right) If the signal is not sent correctly, the recording
may lack the beginning or the ending part of the
programmes.
• Category may not be assigned correctly dep ending on the
programme information.
• Some broadcasters may not send programme information.
When programme information is not displayed correctly,
use manual timer recording. (> 32)
• Titles recorded using “Series Timer Rec.” are bundled and
displayed as a “group” in the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen
(> 35).
• If the unit cannot record the selected p rogramme, the unit
will record the repeat programme if it is available. However,
this unit will not record the repeat programme, if any part of
the selected programme is recorded.
• The series recording will be cancelled if there has been no
episode of the series for 13 weeks.
Various functions with Freeview
Guide Link
The recording’s start and stop times can be
controlled by the broadcaster, e.g. delayed start.
• This is indicated by “Guide Link” in the Timer
Recording screen (> 33).
• The “Guide Link” function may not work if you
manually change the start time or the stop time
over 10 minutes.
Series Timer Recording
You can record all the episodes of a series by
setting just one timer recording.
• To check the schedule of the series
On the Selection Screen (> 32, Recording
recommended programme, step 1):
Press the blue button.
Series InformationTUE 01/01/2013 19:40
ChannelScheduleContents
HD
HD
S
HD
S
RETURN
Programme for which you set the timer
F
recording
The episode to be recorded
Repeat programme
High definition programme
Split Programme
You can record a programme separated into two
or more parts by some other programmes, e.g.
news.
When setting timer from the 1st split programme,
other parts of the programme will be automatically
set and indicated by the timer icon on the TV
Guide.
• This is indicated by “Split” in the Timer
Recording screen (> 33).
TUE 01/01
2/6 Comedy-drama series about
housemates who are actually awere...
23:00 - 0:00
WED 02/01
3/6 Comedy-drama series about
housemates who are actually awere...
23:00 - 0:00
THU 03/01
3/6 Comedy-drama series about
housemates who are actually awere...
You can record a programme that the broadcaster
recommends.
1 On the TV Guide screen:
Select the programme, then press [OK].
2 Select “Recommended”, then press [OK].
3 Select the programme, then press [OK].
• If the screen for selecting single or series
timer recording, or “Programme Selection”
screen appears, refer to page 30.
4 Press [OK].
The timer icon (red) is displayed on the
Recommendation List.
• To exit from the screen
Press [EXIT ].
To cancel the timer recording on the
Recommendation List
1 Select the programme with the timer icon
(red), then press [OK].
2 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
(The timer icon disappears.)
Manually programming timer
recording
1 Press [PROG/CHECK].
2 Select “New Timer Programme”, then press
[OK].
3 Select the items and change the items.
(> 33, Timer recording options)
4 Press [OK].
The timer programme is stored.
To confirm and edit the timer programme
Refer to “To confirm and edit a timer programme”.
(> 34)
Operation during Recording
Refer to “Operation during Recording”. (> 29)
• “Recommended” cannot be selected if there is no
recommended programme.
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Recording
Timer RecordingTUE 01/01/2013 8:05
30:24
RETURN
Category
Date/
Weekly
OK
Channel
1TUE 01/01
Day/DateStop
8:00 9:00
Start
Title Name
HDDRemain
e.g.,
10:30
1
Now
MPEG
Change category
All DVB Channels
9:00 - 11:00
Set timer
STTL TEXT
e.g.,
Timer recording options
Select the items and change the items.
Channel
• You can select Category with the red button.
Day/Date
• You can select “Date” or “Weekly” by pressing
the green button.
Start/Stop
• Press and hold [3, 4] to alter in 15-minute
increments.
Auto Renewal Recording
(Only daily/weekly/series timer recording)
The unit will record the new programme over the
old one.
1 Select “Renew”.
2 Select “ON”.
Title Name
1 Select “Title Name”, then press [OK].
2 Refer to “Entering text”. (> 85)
Timer recording from channel
information
You can make timer recording of the current or
next programme.
1 While watching a programme
Press [STATUS ].
2 Display the channel information of a
programme to record.
• Switch the programme with [2, 1].
• Switch the channel with [3, 4].
3 Press the yellow button.
4 Go to step 3 on page 32, “Manually
programming timer recording”.
• Some options cannot be changed when
“Guide Link” is effective. (> 31)
Remote recording from outside
You can set a recording from a mobile phone or a
PC, etc. away from home. (You must register to a
service to use this function.)
For details, please check the following website.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/
(This site is in English only.)
Preparation
• Network connection (> 17, 21)
• Remote Recording Function Settings (> 68
• This unit will always be connected to the Internet when this
function is activated.
• Please note that a regular maintena nce or unexpected
trouble may interrupt the service, and that the service
content may be changed or revoked and operation menu
screens may be changed with or without a prior notice.
Notes on timer recording
• You can enter up to 32 programmes within a
month in advance. (Each daily, weekly or series
programme is counted as one programme.)
• Even if you switch the unit to standby mode
during the timer recording, the recording is
continued.
• When you programme successive timer
recordings to start, about last 1 minute of earlier
programme will not be recorded.
• Timer recording will not start while:
- copying HD Video (AVCHD) from USB device
or SD card
- copying photos/music
-formatting
• When “Pure Sound mode” is activated, timer
recording does not start during playback of
BD-Video, DVD-Video or music CD. (> 73)
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Recording
Channel Name
Schedule
Space
New Timer Programme
SAT 08/01
SAT 08/01
10:00 - 11:50
11:00 - 11:45
11:30 - 1:00
8:00 - 10:45
SAT 08/01
SAT 01/01
OK
OK
OK
RETURN
Page Up
Page Down
Turn
Timer Off
Resolve overlap
Total 3/32
Timer Recording
30:30HDDRemainTUE 01/01/2013 8:05
Delete
Info
e.g.,
Guide
S/P
Timer recording
To confirm and edit a timer
programme
1 Press [PROG/CHECK].
2 Select the programme, then perform the
operations.
To deactivate a timer programme
Press the red button.
• The timer icon “F” will change from red to
grey.
• Press the red button again to activate timer
recording standby. (The timer icon “F” will
change to red.)
To delete a timer programme
Press [DEL].
To edit a timer programme
1 Press [OK].
2 Change the timer recording options.
• Refer to “Timer recording options”.
(> 33)
3 Press [OK].
To show programme information
Press [STATUS ].
To exit the timer recording list
Press [EXIT ].
Screen icons
Red: Timer recording standby is activated.
F
Grey: Timer recording standby is
deactivated.
Currently recording programme
[
A part or all of the programme will not be
recorded since the programme is
overlapping.
• Programme overlapping can be resolved
with repeat programme if available.
Select the programme, then press the
green button.
(> 31, If “Overlapped Timer Recording”
screen appears)
• This function is not available for t he timer
programmes that were set manually.
The HDD is full.
Copy-protected programme
It was not recorded.
The recording of the programme was not
completed because of some reason.
Auto Renewal Recording is set (> 33).
Guide Link (> 31)
Split Programme (> 31)
Series Timer Recording (> 31)
Displayed if the recording can fit in the
OK
remaining space
Daily or weekly timer programme is set.
(Date)
It may not be possible to record because:
!
- there is not enough space left.
- the number of possible titles has
reached its maximum. (> 98)
- programmes are deactivated, etc.
• “No Data” is displayed on a series recording item if there
will be no episode of the series for the next 8 days. We
recommend you delete the “No Data” item after you confirm
the last episode of the series is recorded.
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Playing titles on the HDD
Playing
back video
§
Time Remaining 45h54m
HDD
Page
Select
Grouped TitlesVIDEO
OPTION
Start Time
Prog.Type:
Rec Time
Play
RETURN
PHOTO / MUSIC
DramaSportAVCHDMovieNot Viewed
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
ChannelDate Title NameTitles
All
Delete
Page Up
Page Down
Movie
9:000h01m
003/003
04/10
04/10
29/10
29/10
Time Remaining 45h54mRegistration number 1
USB HDD
Grouped TitlesVIDEO
Drama
Sport
AVCHD
Movie
Not Viewed
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
All
USB HDD
&
§
“For recorded titles” only
1 Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select “HDD”,
then press
• If the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen of
photo or music is displayed, press the red
button, then select “VIDEO”.
e.g.,
1 Tab (> 36)
2 Programme type
• [USB_HDD] When connecting registered
USB HDD, “USB HDD” tab and
registration number appears.
Select “USB HDD” tab.
e.g.,
2 Select the title, then press [OK].
Playback starts.
Resume play function
If the following screen appears, select the point to
start playback.
Where do you want to start playback from ?
Last Stopped
[D IRECT NAV IGATOR ].
Playback
Beginning
OK
RETURN
Playing back video
DIRECT NAVIGATOR (VIDEO)
screen
Screen icons
[Currently recording programme
Protected title
Title was not recorded due to
recording protection
Title cannot be played
t
(When data is damaged etc.)
Grouped titles
Title has not yet been played
Title is recorded using a different
encoding system from that of the
unit.
Change the “TV System” (> 68, 76).
Radio programme
3D contents
• This icon will not display even with
3D programmes when a broadcast
programme is recorded.
Recorded in 1080/50p contents
Recorded in 1080/60p contents
This icon is displayed with the
following titles when “Child Lock” is
set to “On”. (> 73)
- Title with Guidance information
- Title restricted by Child Lock List
(> 72)
• PIN is required to play.
Title has been recorded in Series
timer recording.
Title has been recorded in Series
timer recording and has not yet been
played.
Recording did not complete as the
timer recording has started.
Title cannot be played from DLNA
client not compatible with DTCP-IP
(> 58)
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Playing back video
Playing titles on the HDD
Tab
Titles will be categorised automatically.
You can quickly find the recorded titles by
selecting the tab.
To select the tab
Press [2, 1].
To change the displayed programme type tab
1 Select the programme type, then press the
green button.
2 Select the item, then press [OK].
To change the programme type of title
Refer to “Changing programme type of title”.
(> 45)
Switching to the PHOTO or MUSIC screen
1 Press the red button.
2 Select “PHOTO” or “MUSIC”, then press [OK].
Showing Information
Select the title, then press [STATUS ].
Switching the appearance
1 Press [OPTION].
2 Select “Grouped Titles” or “All Titles”, then
press [OK].
Grouped Titles:
Two or more titles recorded in the
daily/weekly/series timer recording mode are
bundled and displayed as one item.
All Titles:
Displays all titles.
Playing back grouped titles
1 On the Grouped Titles screen:
Select the item marked with .
2 When playing all titles:
Press [PLAY/a1.3 1].
When playing the individual title:
Press [OK] and select the title, then press
[OK].
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Playing back video
Chapter
Title
Chapter Marks
Press OK to start playing from
the selected chapter.
Selected chapter can be edited
via OPTION.
Press RETURN to go back to
previous menu.
Page 001/001
0:00.00
001
0:12.29
Play
SelectEdit Chapter Mark
OK
RETURN
OPTION
Delete
Editing the grouped titles
1 Select the title or the group, then press the
yellow button.
• A check mark is displayed. Repeat this step.
• Press the yellow button again to cancel.
• If you perform “Remove”, select the title in
the group.
2 Press [OPTION].
3 Select the item, then press [OK].
Create Group:
Selected titles are bundled to form a group.
Select “Create”, then press [OK].
Release Grouping:
All the titles in the group are released.
Select “Release”, then press [OK].
Remove:
Selected titles are removed from the group.
Select “Remove”, then press [OK].
Changing the group name
1 Select the group, then press [OPTION].
2 Select “Edit”, then press [OK].
3 Select “Enter Title Name”, then press [OK].
4 Refer to “Entering text”. (> 85)
Playback from Chapter View
Regarding chapters
You can divide a title into multiple chapters. Each
section between the division points (Chapter
Marks) becomes a chapter.
• Chapter Creation
This unit can create chapters automatically
while recording broadcasting. (> 73)
1 Select the title, then press [OPTION].
2 Select “Chapter View”, then press [OK].
e.g., [HDD]
3 Select the chapter, then press [OK].
To edit the chapter in Chapter View
Refer to “Editing chapters”. (> 46)
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Playing back video
§
OK
RETURN
Page 0001 / 0003
Parent Folder
Videos\ Video \USB
Folder 01
Folder 02
video01.mkv
video02.mkv
video03.mkv
video04.mkv
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Playing titles on the media
Menu screen
Selecting screen for each operation is displayed
when the media is inserted, and you can access
§
“For data files” only
1 Insert the media.
Depending on the type of the media, play
starts from the specified position, or the
screen appears.
• AVCHD: If the menu screen is not
displayed
Press [PLAY/a1.3 1].
2 When the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen or
menu screen etc., appears:
Select the item or title, then press [OK].
• Repeat this step if necessary.
Playback starts.
To play back the playlist created on other
equipment
1 Press [FUNCTION MENU].
2 Select “Playlists” in “Others”, then press [OK].
3 Select the playlist, then press [OK].
the operation screen easily.
e.g., [USB]
• 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
2 Select “Drive Select”, then press [OK].
3 Select the media, then press [OK].
Video list screen
e.g.,
USB
Play Video
View Photos
Play / Copy Music ( MP3 )
Copy Video ( AVCHD )
Copy Video ( MPEG2 )
Copy New Photos
USB device is inserted.
OK
Press [OPTION].
RETURN
• Some files may not be played back, depending on the video
resolution and frame rate condition.
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Screen icons:
Folder
Titles
Move to the parent folder
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Playing back video
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
Video ( AVCHD )
RETURN
Date Day
Time
Title Name
Rec time
0:30.41
Page 01/01
OPTION
No.
01/015:00
02/019:30
03/0110:00
03/0111:30
01/01
SUN
MON
TUE
TUE
SUN 9:00
OK
SD Card
001
002
003
004
005
DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen
e.g.,
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
BD-RE
All
Play
RETURN
PHOTO
All TitlesVIDEO
ChannelDate Title Name
29/10
Start Time 22:46 Rec Time 0h10m(HM)
04/10
04/10
29/10
OPTION
Page 003/003
Page Up
Page Down
Switching to the PHOTO screen
Press the red button.
The screen switches to “PHOTO”.
Showing Information
Select the title, then press [STATUS ].
Playback from Chapter View
1 Select the title, then press [OPTION].
2 Select “Chapter View”, then press [OK].
3 Select the chapter, then press [OK].
• Regarding chapters
Refer to “Regarding chapters”. (> 37)
DIRECT NAVIGATOR (AVCHD) screen
[SD]
e.g.,
Notes for BD-Live discs
[BD-V]
BD-Live allows you to enjoy more functions such
as subtitles, exclusive images and online games
by connecting this unit to the Internet.
Preparation
1 Perform network connection and settings.
(> 17, 21)
2 Insert a disc.
For the playback method, refer to the
instructions for the disc.
Delete BD-Video data
If you no longer need BD-Live data recorded on
the built-in HDD, you can delete data with the
following operation.
1 Press [FUNCTION MENU].
2 Select “BD-Video Data Management” in
“Others”, then press [OK].
3 Select “Delete BD-Video data”, then press
[OK].
4 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
5 Select “Start”, then press [OK].
6 Press [OK].
• The usable functions and the opera ting method may vary
with each disc, please refer to the instructions on the disc.
• You can restrict Internet access when BD-Live functions are
used (> 68, 73, BD-Live).
• When “Pure Sound mode” is set to “On”, this unit cannot
use BD-Live functions. (> 73)
Showing Information
1 Select the title, then press [OPTION].
2 Select “Information”, then press [OK].
About screen icons on the DIRECT
NAVIGATOR
Refer to “Screen icons”. (> 35)
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T1 0:05.14
0:30.00
Remain HDD
Operation during play
• Depending on the media and the type of file, some
operations may not be possible.
• Depending on the media, it may take time for the menu
screen, pictures, sound, etc. to start.
• Discs continue to rotate while menus are displayed. Press
[STOP ∫] when you have finished playback to protect the
unit’s motor, your TV screen, etc.
General operations
Status messages
Press [STATUS ] twice.
e.g.,
Stop
Press [STOP ∫].
Search
Press [SLOW/SEARCH 6] or
[SLOW/SEARCH 5].
•Press [PLAY/a1.3 1] to restart play.
• The speed increases up to 5 steps.
([+R][+RW]: Up to 3 steps)
• Xvid, MKV, MP4 and MPEG2 ([USB_HDD][USB]): Audio is
not heard during all levels search.
Pause
Press [PAUSE ;].
•Press [PLAY/a1.3 1] to restart play.
Slow-motion
While paused, press [SLOW/SEARCH 6] or
[SLOW/SEARCH 5].
•Press [PLAY/a1.3 1] to restart play.
• The speed increases up to 5 steps.
• Xvid, MKV, MP4 and MPEG2 ([USB_HDD][USB]):
Slow-motion is not effective.
• [BD-V], AVCHD ([DVD-R] [SD]): Forward direction
[SLOW/SEARCH 5] only.
Resume play function
Press [PLAY/a1.3 1] to restart from the stopped
position.
• The resume play function does not work depending on the
media.
• Discs: On ly previous stopped position is memorized. The
position may be cleared if the tray is opened or the unit is
switched to standby mode.
Quick View
[HDD][USB_HDD] (For recorded titles) [SD]
Press and hold [PLAY/a1.3 1].
• Press again to return to normal speed.
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Frame-by-frame
While paused, press [2](2;) or [1](;1).
• Each press shows the next frame.
• Press and hold to change in succession forward
or backward.
•Press [PLAY/a1.3 1] to restart play.
• Xvid, MKV, MP4 and MPEG2 ([USB_HDD][USB]):
Frame-by-frame is not effective.
• [BD-V], AVCHD ([DVD-R] [SD]): Forward direction [1](;1)
only.
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Playing back video
Manual Skip
Skip forward 1 minute:
Press [MANUAL SKIP +60s].
Skip backward 10 seconds:
Press [MANUAL SKIP -10s].
• Xvid and MKV: Manual Skip is not effective.
Skipping the specified time
1 Press [TIME SLIP].
2 Select the time with [3, 4].
• Press and hold [3, 4] to change the time by
10-minute.
3 Press [OK].
• Play skips the specified time.
• [BD-V][DVD-V], Xvid, MKV, AVCHD, MP4 and
MPEG2 ([USB_HDD] [USB]): [TIME SLIP] is not effective.
• [HDD] [USB_HDD] (For recorded titles): It will not skip the
title. But the title in the grouped titles will be skipped. (> 36)
To delete the Chapter Mark
[HDD][USB_HDD] (For recorded titles)
1 While paused
Press [SKIP :] or [SKIP 9] and skip to
the location you want to delete.
2 Press [CHAPTER].
3 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
Changing audio
Select the desired audio with “Multi Audio” in the
Disc menu (> 66).
Switching subtitles
[HDD] [USB_HDD] (For recorded titles) [BD-RE]
[BD-R]:
1 Press [STTL].
2 Select “On” or “Off”.
• If you want to switch the subtitle language,
select it in the Disc menu (> 66).
[BD-V] [DVD-V], Xvid and MKV:
Display with “Subtitles” in the Disc menu (> 66).
Listening to the Audio Description
[HDD] [USB_HDD] (For recorded titles) [BD-RE]
[BD-R]
1 Press [AD].
2 Select “Audio Description” and set to
“Automatic”.
3 Select “Volume”, then adjust the volume with
[2, 1].
To create Chapter Marks
[HDD][USB_HDD] (For recorded titles)
During the playback or pause
Press [CHAPTER].
• 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” (> 75, Digital Audio Output).
• You can also set “Audio Description” active in the Setup
menu. (> 72)
Aspect
You can switch the screen mode.
Refer to “Switching the aspect ratio of the
screen”. (> 85)
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Playing back video
Operation during play
3D video playback
Preparation
Connect 3D compatible TV to this unit. (> 14)
• Perform the necessary preparations for the TV.
Play back following the instructions displayed
on the screen.
Preparatory 3D settings
Perform the following settings as necessary.
3D BD-Video Playback
It is also possible to play back 3D discs in 2D
(conventional video). (> 68, 72)
3D Type
If 3D video cannot be played back in 3D, you may
be able to play it in 3D by changing the setting.
(> 68, 76)
3D AVCHD Output
If 2D AVCHD video is recognised as 3D video and
cannot be played back correctly, you may be able
to play it by changing the setting. (> 68, 76)
3D Playback Message
Hide the 3D viewing warning screen. (> 68, 76)
Graphic Display Level
Adjust the 3D position for the playback menu or
message screen etc. (> 66)
3D settings during playback
Change this setting when the screen is not
correctly displayed for 3D compatible
programmes.
1 Press [OPTION].
2 Select “3D Settings”, then press [OK].
3 Select the item, then press [OK].
Signal Format
Original
Keep original picture format.
Side by side
3D picture format comprising of left and right
screens.
2D to 3D
Converts 2D pictures to 3D effect while
playing.
3D Picture Mode
Normal
Normal 3D effects.
Soft
Soft 3D effects.
• This function cannot be enabled when
“Signal Format” is set to “2D to 3D”.
Manual Settings
Distance
Set the amount of depth perception.
Screen Type
Selects how the screen appears during 3D
playback (flat or round).
Frame Width
Set the amount of feathering at the edge of
screen.
Frame Colour
Set the colour of feathering at the edge of
screen.
• Depending on the contents, displayed items are different.
• 3D BD-Video can be played back in 3D only when this unit
is connected to the Full HD 3D compatible TV.
• This unit only guarantees the playba ck of the Frame
Sequential and the Side-by-Side (Half) programme types.
• Please refrain from viewing 3D images if you do not feel
well or are experiencing visual fatigue.
In the event that you experience dizziness, nausea, or other
discomfort while viewing 3D images, discontinue use and
rest your eyes.
• Depending on the connected TV, the video being played
back might switch to 2D video due to changes in resolution
etc. Check the 3D setting on the TV.
• 3D video might not output the way it is set in “HDMI Video
Format” (> 76) and “24p Output” (> 77).
• It may display as Side-by-Side when play back of the 3D
video is started.
• 3D BD-Video cannot be played back in 3D while recording.
Also, 3D playback stops when the timer recording starts.
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Deleting recorded titles
Editing vid eo
§
Start Time
Prog.Type:
Rec Time
ChannelDate Title Name
Movie
9:00
04/10
04/10
29/10
29/10
Once deleted, recorded content cannot be
restored to its original state. Make certain
before proceeding.
§
“For recorded titles” only
1 On the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen:
Select the title.
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
HDD
All
Play
RETURN
PHOTO / MUSIC
2 Press [DEL].
3 Select “Delete”, then press [OK].
Multiple deleting
Select the title, then press the yellow button in
step 1.
Grouped TitlesVIDEO
Time Remaining 45h54m
OPTION
04/10
04/10
29/10
29/10
Start Time
Prog.Type:
DramaSportAVCHDMovieNot Viewed
Rec Time
9:000h01m
Movie
Page
Delete
Select
Page Up
Page Down
ChannelDate Title NameTitles
Editing video
Deleting during play
1 Press [DEL] while playing.
2 Select “Delete”, then press [OK].
A check mark is displayed. Repeat this step.
• Press the yellow button again to cancel.
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Editing video
§
Time Remaining 45h54m
HDD
Page
Select
Grouped TitlesVIDEO
OPTION
Start Time
Prog.Type:
Rec Time
Play
RETURN
PHOTO / MUSIC
DramaSportAVCHDMovieNot Viewed
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
ChannelDate Title NameTitles
All
Delete
Page Up
Page Down
Movie
9:000h01m
04/10
04/10
29/10
29/10
Set up Protection
Cancel Protection
Partial Delete
Divide Title
Change Prog.Type
Change Thumbnail
Enter Title Name
Delete Title
Playback
Information
Chapter View
Create Group
Release Grouping
Edit
All Titles
04/10
04/10
29/10
29/10
Editing recorded titles
Once deleted, divided or partially deleted,
recorded content cannot be restored to its
original state. Make certain before proceeding.
§
“For recorded titles” only
• PIN is required to edit the titles with in some functions.
(> 35)
1 On the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen:
Select the title.
Deleting
1 Select “Delete Title”, then press [OK].
2 Select “Delete”, then press [OK].
Entering title name
1 Select “Enter Title Name” in “Edit”, then press
[OK].
2 Refer to “Entering text”. (> 85)
Setting protection
Protection setting prevents the title from
accidental deletion.
2 Press [OPTION].
3 Select the item, then press [OK].
e.g.,
• “Edit” has several functions.
Multiple editing
Select the title, then press the yellow button in
step 1.
A check mark is displayed. Repeat this step.
• Press the yellow button again to cancel.
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All
ChannelDate Title Name
MovieNot Viewed
Start Time
Prog.Type:
9:00
Movie
1 Select “Set up Protection” or “Cancel
Protection” in “Edit”, then press [OK].
2 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
appears when setting the protection.
Drama
Rec T
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Editing video
Select the item for prog.type change.
OK
RETURN
Sport
Prog.Type
1
( No Prog.Type )
Prog.Type
2
SetCancel
( No Prog.Type )
Prog.Type
3
Change Prog.Type
Partial deleting
1 Select “Partial Delete” in “Edit”, then press
[OK].
2 Press [OK] at the start point and end point to
delete.
• You can find the desired point by using play,
search, etc. (> 40)
3 Select “Continue”, then press [OK].
• Select “Next”, then press [OK] to delete other
sections. Up to 20 sections can be set.
(> go to step 2)
4 Select “Delete”, then press [OK].
• Chapter Mark is generated in the scene that
was partially deleted.
5 Press [BACK/RETURN ].
Dividing title
1 Select “Divide Title” in “Edit”, then press [OK].
2 Press [OK] at the point to divide the title.
• You can find the desired point by using play,
search, etc. (> 40)
3 Select “Continue”, then press [OK].
4 Select “Divide”, then press [OK].
Changing thumbnail
1 Select “Change Thumbnail” in “Edit”, then
press [OK].
2 Press [OK] at the point to use as a thumbnail.
• You can find the desired point by using play,
search, etc. (> 40)
3 Select “Finish”, then press [OK].
To change the point
After performing step 2.
Restart play and select “Change”, then press [OK]
at the point to change.
Changing programme type of title
[HDD]
Programme type information in the title can be
edited.
To confirm the division point
After performing step 2.
Select “Preview”, then press [OK].
• The unit plays 10 seconds before and after the
division point.
To change the division point
After performing step 2.
Restart play and select “Divide”, then press [OK]
at the division point.
• Divided titles will become a group of titles.
1 Select “Change Prog.Type” in “Edit”, then
press [OK].
2 Select the item to change a programme type,
then press [OK].
3 Select the programme type, then press [OK].
4 Select “Set”, then press [OK].
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Editing video
Editing recorded titles
Editing chapters
1 Select “Chapter View”, then press [OK].
2 Perform the editing operations.
Edit Chapter Mark:
Select the point where you want to start a new
chapter while viewing the title.
1 Press the green button.
2 Press [OK] at the point you want to divide.
• Repeat this step.
3 Press [BACK/RETURN ] to go to
Chapter View screen.
To delete the chapter:
1 Select the chapter, then press [DEL].
Multiple editing
Select the chapter, then press the yellow
button.
A check mark is displayed. Repeat this
step.
• Press the yellow button again to cancel.
2 Select “Delete”, then press [OK].
To combine chapters (Delete chapter
mark):
1 Select the chapter, then press [OPTION].
2 Select “Combine Chapters”, then press
[OK].
3 Select “Combine”, then press [OK].
The selected chapter is combined to the
next chapter.
Playback from Chapter View
Refer to “Playback from Chapter View”. (> 37)
• The maximum number of chapters:
(Depends on the state of recording.)
Approx. 1000 per title
• When the title has the maximum number of c hapters, you
cannot perform the Resume play function (> 35) or the
“Change Thumbnail” (> 45) with the title.
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Copying titles
Copying video
§1, 2
Start Time
Prog.Type:
Rec Time
ChannelDate Title Name
Movie
9:00
04/10
04/10
29/10
29/10
Standby status can be changed if required.
Please press OK to start copying.
OK
RETURN
Automatic Standby after Copy
Off
§1
“For recorded titles” only
§2
The title in the source media will be deleted.
1 Connect the USB HDD.
2 Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select “HDD”,
then press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].
• If the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen of
photo or music is displayed, press the red
button, then select “VIDEO”.
3 Select the title, then press the yellow
button.
A check mark is displayed. Repeat this
step.
• Press the yellow button again to cancel.
Copying video
To register the external HDD (USB HDD)
Refer to “Registering the USB HDD”. (> 64)
• You cannot copy the following titles to the USB HDD.
- Protected titles
- HD Video (AVCHD)
- SD Video (MPEG2)
To change the selection
1 Select “No”, then press [OK] in step 5 (> left).
2 Select the title, then press the yellow button.
Repeat this step to select titles.
3 Press the blue button.
4 Go to step 5 (> left).
Screen icon
Titles that cannot be copied
About screen icons on the DIRECT
NAVIGATOR
Refer to “Screen icons”. (> 35)
4 Press the blue button.
5 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
• If you select “No”, you can change the
selection. (> right)
6 Set other settings, then press [OK].
e.g.,
(> right, Setting the copying options)
7 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
Setting the copying options
1 Select the item in step 6 (> left).
2 Press [2, 1] to change the settings.
• Automatic Standby after Copy
On:
This unit is turned to standby mode when it is
not operated for approximately 5 minutes
after completing copy.
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Photo
Photo
§2§3§1
HDD
Page
SelectSlideshow
Calendar
PHOTO
OPTION
03/01/2012
29/10/2012
25/02/2013
15/03/2013
0002/0002
Copy
OK
RETURN
VIDEO / MUSIC
8
12
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4
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
Date & Event NamePhotos
AllAlbum 1 Album 2 Album 3 Album 4
3D
Page Up
Page Down
CH
Ta b
HDD
Page
SelectSlideshow
Calendar
PHOTO
OPTION
03/01/2012
29/10/2012
25/02/2013
15/03/2013
0002/0002
Copy
OK
RETURN
VIDEO / MUSIC
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12
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4
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
Date & Event NamePhotos
AllAlbum 1Album 2 Album 3Album 4
3D
Page Up
Page Down
CH
e.g., [HDD]
Album (> below)
Playing photos
§1
“For data files” only (JPEG, MPO)
§2
[BD-RE] only
§3
[DVD-R] only
• In order to play back 3D photo (MPO), this unit
should be connected to a Full HD 3D
compatible TV.
1 [HDD]
1 Press [FUNCTION MENU].
2 Select “Photo” in “Playback
Contents”, then press [OK].
[USB_HDD][BD-RE][DVD-R][CD][SD][USB]
1 Insert or connect the media.
The menu screen appears. (> 38)
2 Select “View Photos”, then press
[OK].
2 Select the event, then press [OK].
e.g., [HDD]
To exit the Calendar screen
Press [PAUSE ;].
• When there are many files and/or folde rs, some files may
not be displayed or not be playable. (> 98)
DIRECT NAVIGATOR (PHOTO)
screen
Event
It is displayed for each recording date.
• It is displayed for each folder for media other
than HDD.
• To select the tab
Press [2, 1].
• Start Slideshow
Refer to “Slideshow settings”. (> 49)
• Switching to the Calendar screen
([HDD] “All” tab only)
Press [PAUSE ;].
3 Select the photo, then press [OK].
•Press [2, 1] to display the previous or
next photo.
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Screen icons
Album
Placing photos in albums of your
(Tab)
choice makes it easier to find them.
(> 50)
3D photos (MPO) are automatically
3D
(Tab)
sorted. Select from this tab to play
back in 3D. (It will play back in 2D
when selected from other tabs.)
Photo protected
New photo which is stored and not
viewed
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Photo
Slideshow
OK
RETURN
Start Slideshow
Interval
Transition Effect
Repeat Play
Normal
Fade
On
Music Selection
No background music
Background Music
No List
Random BGM
Off
Switching to the VIDEO or MUSIC screens
[HDD]:
1 On the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen:
Press the red button.
2 Select “VIDEO” or “MUSIC”, then press [OK].
[BD-RE]:
On the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen:
Press the red button.
Photo play option
1 While displaying a photo:
Press [OPTION].
2 Select the item, then press [OK].
Aspect
You can switch the screen mode. (> 85)
Graphic Display Level
You can change the 3D position of the
screen display, etc., during the 3D photo
playback.
Photo Menu
•Start Slideshow
You can start a slideshow.
• Rotate RIGHT/Rotate LEFT
e.g.,
• The information of the rotated photos will
not be stored depending on the media.
• This function is not available during the
3D photo playback.
• Information
Information (shooting date etc.) is shown.
Slideshow settings
1 On the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen:
Press the green button.
2 Select the item, then press [OK].
Start Slideshow
You can start a slideshow.
Interval
You can set up the time until the next photo
is to display.
Transition Effect
Effect for the next photo to display can be
set.
Repeat Play
You can set up to play back repeatedly.
Music Selection
You can select background music on (either
from HDD or USB) or off.
Background Music
You can select background music from HDD
(My Favourites or Playlists) or USB (Folder).
Random BGM
You can play back the BGM (Background
Music) in random order.
§
This function is not available during the
3D photo playback.
§
§
§
§
To pause the Slideshow
Press [PAUSE ;].
•Press [PAUSE;] again to restart.
To stop the Slideshow
Press [BACK/RETURN ].
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Photo
e.g., [HDD]
Editing photos
1 On the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen:
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
HDD
AllAlbum 1 Album 2 Album 3 Album 4
OK
RETURN
VIDEO / MUSIC
Date & Event NamePhotos
03/01/2012
29/10/2012
25/02/2013
15/03/2013
Calendar
OPTION
Page
SelectSlideshow
To edit the event:
Select the event.
To edit the photo:
1 Select the event, then press [OK].
2 Select the photo to edit.
• To select multiple events or photos
Press the yellow button when selecting the
event or photo.
A check mark is displayed. Repeat this
step.
• Press the yellow button again to cancel.
2 Press [OPTION].
• Selectable items will change depending on
the media and the type of file.
0002/0002
Page Up
Page Down
Copy
PHOTO
3D
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12
18
4
CH
3 Select the item, then press [OK].
Edit
• Add to Album
[HDD]
1 Select the destination album, then press
[OK].
2 Press [OK].
• Combine Events
[HDD]
Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
• Remove from Album
[HDD]
Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
• Enter Album Name
[HDD]
Refer to “Entering text”. (> 85)
• Enter Event Name
Refer to “Entering text”. (> 85)
Delete Photos
Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
Set up Protection
[SD]
Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
appears when the protection is set.
• Even if the protection is set, the photo may
be deleted by another unit.
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Cancel Protection
[SD]
Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
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Copying photos
§
Copy Photos
HDDSD card
HDD Album Selection
Please select the destination album.
Album 1Album 2Album 3Album 4
OK
RETURN
YesNo
Start copying ?
Copy New Photos
OK
RETURN
HDDSD card
§
“For data files” only (JPEG, MPO)
Selecting and copying the photos
[HDD]> [SD]
[USB_HDD] [SD] [USB] > [HDD]
Photo
To stop copying
Press and hold [BACK/RETURN ] for
3 seconds.
• The name of the copied photos will be changed.
• If the number of files/folders to be cop ied exceeds the
maximum (> 98), copying will stop partway through.
1 On the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen:
To copy the event:
Select the event, then press the blue button.
To copy the photo:
1 Select the event, then press [OK].
2 Select the photos to copy, then press the
blue button.
• To select multiple events or photos
Press the yellow button when selecting the
event or photo.
A check mark is displayed. Repeat this
step.
• Press the yellow button again to cancel.
2 When copying to HDD:
Select “Yes” or “No”, then press [OK].
• If you select “Yes”:
Select the album, then press [OK].
e.g., [SD]
Copying automatically
[USB_HDD][SD][USB] > [HDD]
Newly added photos will automatically be copied
to the HDD.
1 Insert the media.
The menu screen appears. (> 38)
2 Select “Copy New Photos”, then press [OK].
e.g., [SD]
3 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
Copying starts.
4 Once the copy is completed, select “Yes” or
“No”, then press [OK].
To stop copying
Press and hold [BACK/RETURN ] for
3 seconds.
• You can categorise and manage the
events and photos on the HDD by
copying to the album. (> 48)
3 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
Copying starts.
• Photos without shooting date will be c ategorised using the
creation date.
• If the space on the destination drive runs out or the n umber
of files/folders to be copied exceeds the maximum (> 98),
copying will stop partway through.
• The name of the copied photos will be changed.
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Music
Music
§1§2
e.g., [CD] (MP3)
Playing music
§1
“For data files” only (MP3)
§2
[DVD-R] only
Music CD:
Insert the disc.
Playback will automatically start.
MP3:
1 Insert or connect the media.
The menu screen appears. (> 38)
• [DVD-R][CD] Playback will automatically
start if only MP3 is recorded.
2 Select “Play / Copy Music ( MP3 )” or
“Play Music ( MP3 )”, then press [OK].
Playback will start.
• Using the tree screen to find a folder
1 Press [OPTION].
2 Select “Select Folder”, then press [OK].
3 Select the folder, then press [OK].
To play other music (track)
Select the item, then press [OK].
Copying music (MP3) to HDD
[USB_HDD] [USB] > [HDD]
After performing steps 1–2 (> left)
1 Press the blue button.
2 Select “Copy”, then press [OK].
To stop copying
Press and hold [BACK/RETURN ] for
3 seconds.
• While copying, no other operations can be performed.
Timer recordings will not proceed.
• All tracks in the folder will be copied.
• Tracks recorded to HDD in one operation will be regarded
as one album.
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
CD ( MP3 )
No.
0001
0002
0003
0004
0005
• The track/artist name will be displayed if the in formation is
contained in ID3 tag of the MP3 file.
• If there is a large amount of photo data etc. within a MP3
file, play may not be possible.
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Track List
Track Name
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Music
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
Music MenuMUSIC
OK
RETURN
Please select to access music.
Artists
Frequently Played
Albums
Total Tracks 53
HDD
Random Play
My Favourites
OPTION
Playlists
VIDEO / PHOTO
Playing music recorded on HDD
[HDD]
1 Press [FUNCTION MENU].
2 Select “Music” in “Playback Contents”, then
press [OK].
3 Select the item, then press [OK].
Artists
1 Press [2, 1] to select the initial of the
artist.
2 Select the name of the artist, then press
[OK].
3 Select the album, then press [OK].
4 Select the track, then press [OK].
Albums
1 Press [2, 1] to select the initial of the
album.
2 Select the album, then press [OK].
3 Select the track, then press [OK].
Frequently Played
Tracks most often played recently (up to
30 tracks).
Select the track, then press [OK].
Random Play
Random playback of all tracks.
Playback starts.
Switching to the VIDEO or PHOTO screens
1 On the DIRECT NAVIGATOR (Music Menu)
screen:
Press the red button.
2 Select “VIDEO” or “PHOTO”, then press [OK].
Showing Track Information
On the track list screen:
1 Select the track, then press [OPTION].
2 Select “Information”, then press [OK].
My Favourites
Tracks registered in “My Favourites”.
Select the track, then press [OK].
• Registering a track to the “My Favourites”.
(Up to 99 tracks)
While the track list screen is displayed:
Select the track, then press the green
button.
Playlists
1 Select the playlist, then press [OK].
2 Select the track, then press [OK].
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Music
Please select the album to start slideshow.
RETURN
OK
While playing music a photo slideshow
can be displayed.
Select Photo Album
Sample Photos
Album 1
Album 2
Album 3
Album 4
Playing music
Operations during music play
[HDD][USB_HDD][DVD-R][CD][USB]
Stop
Press [STOP ∫].
Pause
Press [PAUSE ;].
•Press [PLAY/a1.3 1] to restart play.
Search
Press [SLOW/SEARCH 6] or
[SLOW/SEARCH 5].
•Press [PLAY/a1.3 1] to restart play.
Skip
Press [SKIP :] or [SKIP 9].
Repeat Play/Random
Refer to “Repeat Play” or “Random” in Play menu
(> 66).
Sound Effects
Refer to “Sound Effects” in Sound menu (> 67).
Displaying photos (Slideshow)
Photos stored on the “Album” of the HDD can be
played back as slideshow during playback of the
music.
While playing the music
Press the red button.
• To change the photos to display
1 While slideshow playing
Press [OPTION].
2 Select “Select Photo Album”, then press
[OK].
3 Select the album, then press [OK].
e.g.,
To end the slideshow
Press [BACK/RETURN ].
How to create the photo album
Refer to “Add to Album”. (> 50)
To play music continuously even if the Power
off link works
Refer to “Playing music continuously even after
turning off power to the TV”. (> 65)
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Editing music/playlist
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
Music MenuMUSIC
OK
RETURN
Please select to access music.
Artists
Frequently Played
Albums
Total Tracks 53
HDD
Random Play
My Favourites
OPTION
Playlists
VIDEO / PHOTO
Add to Playlist
Edit Album Name
Playback Settings
Delete Album
1 On the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen:
Press [OPTION].
e.g.,
Music
Delete All Tracks
1 If the confirmation screen appears:
Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
2 Select “Delete”, then press [OK].
Delete Album
Select “Delete”, then press [OK].
Delete
Select “Delete”, then press [OK].
2 Select the item, then press [OK].
e.g., while selecting an Album
• Editing operations will change depending
on the screen.
Edit Album Name/Edit Track Name/Edit Artist
Name/Edit Playlist Name
Refer to “Entering text” on page 85.
Remove All Tracks
Select “Remove”, then press [OK].
• Tracks themselves are not deleted from the
HDD.
Clear My Favourites/Clear Frequently Played
Select “Clear”, then press [OK].
• Tracks themselves are not deleted from the
HDD.
Remove
Select “Remove”, then press [OK].
• Tracks themselves are not deleted from the
HDD.
Add to Playlist
You can register your favourite albums and tracks
into 10 preset playlists.
Select the playlist, then press [OK].
• New playlist cannot be added.
• Up to 999 tracks can be registered to each
playlist.
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With Other Equipment
With Other
Equipment
§
Time
Rec time
Size 200 MB
0:30
9:00
HDD
Copy Video ( AVCHD )Destination Capacity
Size
SD
002
003
004 AVCHD
AVC HD
AVC HD
AVC HD
001
No. Channel
e.g., [SD]
Copying the HD Video or the SD Video
3 Select the title, then press the yellow button.
§
“For data files” only
This unit cannot copy the titles in the HDD to
the media. Be careful when deleting the
original title on the media.
e.g., Connecting to the Panasonic video camera
A check mark is displayed. Repeat this step.
• Press the yellow button again to cancel.
(All the recordings on the same date
become a title.)
USB connection cable
(optional)
• If you connect a Panasonic product with a USB connec tion
cable, setup screen may be displayed on the connected
equipment. For details, refer to the instructions for the
connected equipment.
Copying HD Video (AVCHD)
[USB_HDD][SD][USB], video camera, etc. > [HDD]
• The original file must be in the AVCHD standard.
1 Connect the video camera or insert the
media.
• Make the video camera ready for data
transfer.
The menu screen appears. (> 38)
2 Select “Copy Video ( AVCHD )”, then press
[OK].
4 Press [OK].
5 Select “Start”, then press [OK].
• It may take time for the copying to start.
To stop copying
Press and hold [BACK/RETURN ] for
3 seconds.
• An AVCHD title with 100 or more scenes will be divided into
titles every 99th scene and copied.
Screen icons
(NTSC)
(PAL)
Title recorded using a different
encoding system from that of the
unit.
• Titles displaying these marks
cannot be selected.
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Copy Video ( MPEG2 )
List
Start
RETURN
OK
Press OK to start copying.
USB HDD
Page 01/01
Size:
DestinationCapacity:
No. Size
New item (Total=0)
Title
( 0% )
0 MB
20806 MB
Copying SD Video (MPEG2)
[USB_HDD][SD][USB], video camera, etc. > [HDD]
• The original file must be in the SD-Video
standard.
1 Connect the video camera or insert the
media.
• Make the video camera ready for data
transfer.
The menu screen appears. (> 38)
2 Select “Copy Video ( MPEG2 )”, then press
[OK].
e.g.,
All titles of SD video on the media that can
be copied are registered in the copying list.
3 Select “Start”, then press [OK].
4 Select “Yes”, then press [OK] to start
copying.
To stop copying
Press and hold [BACK/RETURN ] for
3 seconds.
To edit the copying list
1 Select “List”, then press [1] (right) after
step 2. (> left)
2 Press [OPTION].
3 Select the item, then press [OK].
Delete All:
All titles that you registered to copy are
deleted.
Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
Add:
Add new items to the copying list.
1 Select the title, then press the yellow
button.
Repeat this step to select titles.
2 Press [OK].
Delete:
Selected titles are deleted.
• Select the title, then press the yellow button
before step 2.
Repeat this step to select titles.
Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
Move:
Change the order of items on the copying list.
• Select the title to move before step 2.
Select the destination, then press [OK].
4Press [2].
Screen icons
• The titles will be copied in the order of the copying list. If
you want to specify the order, edit the copying list after the
titles are selected.
• The total data size shown may be larger than the sum of the
data sizes for each registered item.
Data size of each registered item
Size:
Data size recorded to the
HDD
(NTSC)
(PAL)
Title recorded using a different
encoding system from that of the
unit.
• Titles displaying these marks
cannot be selected.
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With Other Equipment
This unit (Server)
DLNA compatible
equipment (Client)
§
Smart Home Networking (DLNA)
Smart Home Networking (DLNA) allows you to
watch the contents and broadcasts on Server
equipment connected on the same network from
Client equipment.
This unit can be used both as Server and Client.
Additionally, if used as Client, this unit can also be
used as Media Renderer, which can be controlled
by a Smartphone, etc.
Preparation
• Network connection (> 17, 21)
• Perform Home Network settings of the DLNA
compatible equipment.
For more details, refer to the following website
and the operating instructions for each item of
equipment.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/
(This site is in English only.)
• Some video or broadcasts cannot be enjoyed depending on
the DLNA (Client) compatible equipment, the condition of
this unit, or the file type.
• Ensure that the router for your home network has adequate
security system to prevent unauthorized access.
Using this unit as Server
You can watch broadcasts received by this unit
(Multiroom TV Streaming), videos and photos
saved on HDD of this unit on DLNA (Client)
compatible equipment.
For details regarding the connection and
operation of equipment connected via a network,
refer to their respective operating instructions.
§
DLNA function compatible software should be
installed. For more details, refer to the
Panasonic website. (> left)
Preparation
• When DLNA (Server) Function is deactivated,
make the settings. (> 68, 79, Home Network
Settings)
1 Operate the playback equipment (Client) to
display the list of contents on this unit.
• Refer to their respective operating
instructions.
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2 Select the item, then press [OK].
• The titles with access restriction (e.g., cop y restriction)
signals sent from broadcasters are not available for this
function.
• You cannot play back music from the playback equipment
(Client).
• The DLNA compatible device that is to be connected to the
unit should be connected to the same hub or broadband
router as the unit.
• Files not on the HDD cannot be played back.
• Playing back 3D video recorded on this unit may not work
properly.
• 3D photos copied to this unit canno t be played back in 3D.
• Editing is not possible.
• The name of this unit is not displayed on the server list of
DLNA compatible equipment (Client) while playing back a
BD-Video.
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With Other Equipment
This unit (Client)
DLNA compatible
equipment (Server)
Using this unit as Client
You can share videos, photos and music stored in
the DLNA Certified media server (such as a PC
with Windows 7 installed etc.).
“Network”, then press [OK].
A list of equipment connected via the
network is displayed.
• This list can be updated by pressing the red
button.
3 Select the equipment, then press [OK].
4 Select the item, then press [OK].
• Menu structure will be different depending
on the equipment. Select the contents by
repeating the operation.
• Convenient functions can be used by
pressing [OPTION] depending on the
contents.
• Control Panel
Control Panel is displayed once the
playback starts.
Operation can be performed with
[3, 4, 2, 1], [OK] and [EXIT ].
• Press [OK] if the Control Panel is not
displayed.
• (While paying video or photo) Press
[BACK/RETURN ] to hide the Control
Panel.
• You may not be able to use the Control Panel even if you
use the Panasonic DLNA compatible equipment.
• Depending on the contents and the connected equipment,
playback may not be possible.
• Playlist of Windows Media
contents that are stored in the libraries.
• While playing back the 3D programme, yo u cannot set “3D
Settings”. (> 42)
• Items displayed in grey on the display c annot be played
back by this unit.
• Depending on the performance of the connected PC, video
frames may be dropped during playback, or video may not
be played back at all. (> 92)
®
Player can play back only the
Playable contents
When this unit works as a DLNA client, following
contents are playable.
Video
Digital
Digital
Digital
Digital
Example of
file
extension
.mpg
.mpeg
.m2ts
.ts
.mts
.mpg
.mpeg
Container
Recorded
programmes
(XP/SP/LP/
§
1, 2
EP/FR)
Recorded
programmes
(DR/HG/HX/
HE/HL/HM)
§
1
AVCHD
MP4H.264AAC.mp4
MPEG2MPEG2
§1
Only when the server is another DIGA. (> 58)
§2
Recording mode in Panasonic Blu-ray Disc
Video
codec
MPEG2
MPEG2
H.264
§
1, 2
H.264
Audio codec
®
Dolby
Linear PCM
MPEG
HE-AAC
®
Dolby
®
Dolby
®
Dolby
Linear PCM
recorder
Photo
FormatExample of file extension
JPEG.jpg
MPO.mpo
Audio
Audio codecExampl e of file extension
MP3.mp3
FLAC.flac
Linear PCM–
• Depending on the server, the contents other
than stated above can be played back.
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With Other Equipment
This unit
(Media Renderer)
Controller
§
Server
This unit
(Media Renderer)
Server
+
Controller
§
Smart Home Networking (DLNA)
Using this unit as Media Renderer
This unit will work as Media Renderer, which
allows you to play back the contents on DLNA
Server by operating a Digital Media Controller (a
smartphone, etc.).
Possible applications:
§
Digital Media Controller compatible software
should be installed.
Following steps are necessary to use this unit as
Media Renderer.
• Depending on the contents and the connected equipment,
playback may not be possible.
• Items displayed in grey on the display c annot be played
back by this unit.
• This unit can be played back via connected equipment only
when controlled using Digital Media Controller.
• Depending on the performance of the connected PC, video
frames may be dropped during playback, or video may not
be played back at all. (> 92)
To exit from Home Network ( Media Renderer )
screen
Press [BACK/RETURN ].
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VIERA Connect (Enjoying Internet Service)
Convenient
functions
MORE
BACK
XXXXXX
Featured Videos
Setup & Help
XXXXXX
XXXXXX
Communication Camera
TY-CC20W or TY-CC10W
This unit’s rear panel
e.g.,
VIERA Connect allows you to access some
specific websites supported by Panasonic, and
enjoy Internet contents such as photos, videos,
etc. from VIERA Connect home screen. This unit
has no full browser function and all features of
websites may not be available.
e.g.,
VIERA Connect Home screen
• Images are for illustration purpose, contents
may change without notice.
Preparation
• Network connection (> 17, 21)
[PWT635]
To enjoy video communication (e.g., Skype
• Connect this unit with optional Communication
Camera (TY-CC20W or TY-CC10W).
Depending on the area, this optional camera
may not be available. Please consult your local
Panasonic dealer for advice.
• For operating method refer to the following
website.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/
(This site is in English only.)
• Cannot be used while recording, copying, or
playing BD-Video.
1 Press [INTERNET].
The message is displayed. Please read it
carefully and then press [OK].
• NETFLIX can be accessed directly by
pressing [NETFLIX] button.
• [PWT635] The video communication service
can be accessed directly by pressing [ ]
button.
• When playing content from a disc, SD ca rd or USB device
VIERA Connect cannot be accessed.
• In the following cases, settings are possible using “Network
TM
)
Service Settings” (> 68, 78)
- When restricting the use of VIERA Connect.
- When the audio is distorted.
• If using slow Internet connection, the video may not be
displayed correctly. A high-speed Internet service with a
speed of at least 6 Mbps is recommended.
• Be sure to update the software (firmware) when a software
(firmware) update notice is displayed on the screen.
If the software (firmware) is not updated, you will not be
able to use the VIERA Connect function.
• The services through VIERA Connect are operat ed by their
respective service providers, and service may be
discontinued either temporarily or permanently without
notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty for the
content or the continuity of the services.
• All features of websites or content of the service may not be
available.
• Some contents may be inappropriate for some viewers.
• Some contents of VIERA Connect may only be available for
specific countries and may be presented in specific
languages.
• If timer recording starts, VIERA Connect will stop.
Convenient functions
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Convenient functions
Format SD card
Formatting deletes all contents (including
computer data), and they cannot be restored.
Check carefully before proceeding.
1 Press [FUNCTION MENU].
2 Select “SD Card” in “Drive Select”, then
press [OK].
3 Select “SD Card Management” in “Others”,
then press [OK].
4 Select “Format Card”, then press [OK].
5 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
6 Select “Start”, then press [OK].
7 Press [OK].
• The contents are deleted when you format a card even if
you have set protection.
• Do not disconnect the AC mains lead while formatti ng.
This can render the card unusable.
• When a card has been formatted using this unit, it may not
be possible to use it on any other equipment.
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Convenient functions
§
This unit’s rear panel
e.g.,
USB HDD
Registering the external HDD (USB HDD)
Connecting the USB HDD
§
“For recorded titles” only
If you intend to move recorded titles to a
USB HDD, the USB HDD must be registered to
this unit first.
Limitation information
• A USB HDD with a capacity of less than 160 GB
cannot be used.
• Registering of a USB HDD will format the
USB HDD and all the content already recorded
will be deleted.
• Up to eight USB HDDs can be registered on this
unit.
• Registered USB HDDs cannot be used with
devices other than this unit.
Connect this unit with optional USB HDD.
Regarding the external HDD (USB HDD)
Please use a confirmed USB HDD.
For the latest information on confirmed
USB HDDs, please check the following website.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/
• Certain non-confirmed USB HDDs cannot be
used with this unit.
• If a problem occurs with the USB HDD, please
contact the manufacturer of the device.
• Only one USB HDD (For recorded titles) can be
connected at the same time.
• Do not connect additional HDDs using a USB
hub.
• For details about connection method, refer to
the instructions supplied with the USB HDD.
Disconnecting the USB HDD
Please use the following procedure to disconnect.
Disconnecting without following this procedure
may result in the loss of recorded content from
the USB HDD or the internal HDD.
1 Press [SETUP].
2 Select “Settings for USB HDD” in “HDD /
Disc / USB HDD”, then press [OK].
3 Select “USB HDD Disconnection”, then
press [OK].
4 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
5 Disconnect the USB HDD from this unit.
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Convenient functions
Registering the external HDD (USB HDD)
Registering the USB HDD
• If the registering screen appears when
connecting the USB HDD, go to step 4.
1 Press [SETUP].
2 Select “Settings for USB HDD” in “HDD /
Disc / USB HDD”, then press [OK].
3 Select “USB HDD Registration”, then press
[OK].
4 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
• If you have already registered eight
USB HDDs, it will be necessary to delete
one or more of them before registering a
new USB HDD.
The message screen appears:
1 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
2 Select the USB HDD to cancel, then
press [OK].
The confirmation screen appears.
3 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
5 When the registering is complete, message
screen appears.
Press [OK].
To cancel all USB HDD registrations
Refer to “Cancellation of all USB HDD
Registrations”. (> 74)
• If you register a USB HDD, all the content already recorded
on the USB HDD will be deleted.
• It is not possible to play back the con tent on the USB HDD
whose registration has been cancelled.
• You can check the registration number of the USB HDD on
the DIRECT NAVIGATOR. (> 35)
6 The confirmation screen appears.
Press [OK].
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VIERA Link functions
What is VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”?
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a convenient
function which will link the operations of this unit
and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or an
amplifier/receiver. You can use this function by
connecting the equipment with the HDMI cable.
See the operating instructions for connected
equipment.
Automatic input switching/
Power on link
When the following operations are performed, the
input channel of the TV will be automatically
switched and the screen of this unit will be
displayed. Additionally when the TV is off, the TV
will automatically turn on.
- When play starts on this unit
- When an action that uses DIRECT NAVIGATOR
etc, is performed
Power off link
When you set the TV to standby mode, this unit is
also automatically set to standby mode.
• Power off link function does not work when
recording, copying etc.
Convenient functions
PAUSE LIVE TV
You can operate this unit with the TV remote
control.
Refer to “PAUSE LIVE TV”. (> 27)
• This function is available with the TV that
supports “HDAVI Control 3” or later.
Direct TV Recording
This function allows you to immediately start
recording the programme that you are viewing on
the TV.
Refer to the TV operating instructions for
operation.
• This function is available with the TV that
supports “HDAVI Control 3” or later.
Easy control only with VIERA remote control
You can operate this unit using the TV remote
control.
Refer to the operating instructions of the TV about
the buttons that you can use.
• This function is available with the TV that
supports “HDAVI Control 2” or later.
Playing music continuously even after
turning off power to the TV
The following operations make it possible to keep
the power of the unit on and to play music
continuously.
When the unit is directly connected to an
amplifier/receiver.
1 While playing music
Press [OPTION].
2 Select “TV Power Off”, then press [OK].
• Sound may be discontinued for several seconds
when the power to the TV is turned off.
• This function is available with the TV that
supports “HDAVI Control 2” or later.
• This unit supports “HDAVI Control 5” function.
“HDAVI Control 5” is the standard for Panasonic’s HDAVI
Control compatible equipment. This standard is compatible
with Panasonic’s conventional HDAVI equipment.
Please refer to individual manuals for other manufacturers’
equipment supporting VIERA Link function.
• VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”, based on the control functions
provided by HDMI which is an industry standard known as
HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique
function that we have developed and added. As such, its
operation with other manufacturers’ equipment that
supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed.
• These functions may not work normally de pending on the
equipment condition.
• Use the remote control supplied with this unit if you cannot
operate this unit using buttons on the TV remote control.
• The operation of this unit may be inte rrupted when you
press certain buttons on the TV remote control.
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Convenient functions
MenuItemSetting
e.g.,
Playback menu
A variety of operations and settings such as
changing the subtitles and audio languages can
be performed during playback of video or music.
Also, picture and sound quality can be set to your
personal taste.
1 Press [OPTION].
2 Select “Playback Settings” in “Playback
Menu” or select “Playback Settings”, then
press [OK].
Disc
Play
Picture
Sound
Other
Soundtrack
Subtitles
Angle
3 Select the menu, then press [1] (right).
4 Select the item, then press [1](right).
5 Select the setting.
• Some items can be changed by pressing
[OK].
Depending on the condition of the unit (playing,
stopped, etc.) and media contents, there may be
some items which cannot be selected or for which
the effects do not work properly.
To clear the Playback menu
Press [BACK/RETURN ].
1 ENG
Off
2/0 ch
1 ENG
1
Disc
Video
The original video recording method
(MPEG-4 AVC etc.) appears.
Signal Type
Primary Video
Video
The original video recording method
appears.
Soundtrack
Select the type of audio or language.
Secondary Video
Video
Select on/off of images.
The original video recording method
appears.
Soundtrack
Select on/off of audio and the language.
Soundtrack
Show or change the soundtrack.
Subtitles
§
§
Turn the subtitle on/off, and change the
language depending on the media.
Multi Audio
Switch in the case of multiple audio.
Subtitle Language
Select the subtitle language in the case of
multiple languages.
Subtitle Style
Select the subtitle style recorded on the disc.
§
Angle
Change the number to select an angle.
Audio Channel
Change audio (LR/L/R) during playback.
§
With some discs, you may only be able to
make changes using the menus on the disc.
Play
Repeat Play
Select the item which you want to repeat.
Random
Select whether to play random or not.
Graphic Display Level
You can change the 3D position of the
playback settings display, etc., during the 3D
playback.
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Convenient functions
LPCM/ Digital/
Digital+/ TrueHD/
DTS/DTS-HD/MPEG/
HE-AAC:
Picture
Mode
Select the picture quality mode during play.
•Normal
Default setting.
•Soft
Soft picture with fewer video artifacts.
•Fine
Details are sharper.
•Cinema
Mellows movies, enhances detail in dark
scenes.
•Cartoon
A mode suitable for viewing animations.
Advanced Settings
HD optimizer
This will compensate the mosaic noise in
the video and haze around the characters
precisely.
Chroma Process
The high-resolution processing of HDMI
chroma signals produces a high-resolution
picture with rich picture quality.
Detail Clarity
The picture becomes sharp and detailed.
Super Resolution
Standard picture quality video is corrected
to sharp and crisp picture quality when it is
output as 1080i/1080p.
Progressive
Select the method of conversion for
progressive output to suit the type of title being
played.
•Auto
Automatically detects the film and video
content, and appropriately converts it.
•Video
Select this setting when the content is
distorted if “Auto” is selected.
•Film
Select this if the edges of the
film content appear jagged or
rough when “Auto” is
selected. However, if the
video content is distorted as shown in the
illustration to the right, then select “Auto”.
Sound
Sound Effects
• This function is effective when “Digital Audio
Output” is set to “PCM”. (> 75)
Re-master 1/Re-master 2
Sound becomes more natural by adding
higher frequency signals not recorded on
the track.
Dialogue Enhancer
The volume of the centre channel is raised to
make dialogue easier to hear.
Other
Position
Change the position where this menu screen
appears on your TV.
Audio attribute
Signal type
k (kHz):Sampling frequency
b (bit):Number of bits
ch (channel):Number of channels
Language
ENGEnglish JPNJapanese ARAArabic
FRAFrench CHIChinese HINHindi
DEUGerman KORKorean PERPersian
ITAItalian MALMalay INDIndonesian
ESPSpanish VIE Vietnamese MRIMaori
NLDDutch THAThai BULBulgarian
SVESwedish POLPolish RUMRomanian
NOR Norwegian CESCzech GREGreek
DANDanish SLKSlovak TURTurkish
POR Portuguese HUN Hungarian ¢Others
LAN Connection Mode (> 78)
Wireless Settings (> 78)
Connection Setting (> 78)
Double Speed Mode Setting ( 2.4GHz ) (> 78)
IP Address / DNS Settings (> 78)
Proxy Server Settings (> 78)
Network Service Settings (> 78)
Lock (> 78)
Automatic Volume Control (> 78)
Remote Recording Function Settings (> 79)
Remote Recording function (> 79)
Device ID (> 79)
Initialize Device Password (> 79)
Home Network Settings (> 79)
Home Network function (> 79)
Setting device name (> 79)
Registration type for remote devices (> 79)
Remote device list (> 79)
Others
Standby Settings (> 80)
Quick Start (> 80)
Automatic Standby (> 80)
Automatic Standby after OTR (> 80)
Automatic Standby after Copy (> 80)
RF OUT ( Aerial Signal ) (> 80)
Power Save for Network Standby (> 80)
Remote Control (> 81)
Clock (> 81)
Owner ID (> 81)
PIN Entry (> 81)
System Update (> 82)
Software Update in Standby (> 82)
Software Update Now ( Broadcast ) (> 82)
Software Update Now ( Internet ) (> 82)
Software Licence (> 82)
System Information (> 82)
Initialize (> 82)
Shipping Condition (> 82)
Default Settings (> 82)
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Convenient functions
DVB Favourites Editor
Add allSelect favourites
RETURN
Add
Select channel
All DVB Channels
Favourites 1
Page down
Page up
1
2
3
5
7
8
6
4
All DVB Channels
Select
Hide
RETURN
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
Page down
Page up
SwapReveal allTune
Changing the unit’s settings (Setup)
Tuning
Favourites Edit
You can create four favourites of channels for
making viewing and recording easier.
After editing as follows, save the Favourites.
Press [BACK/RETURN], then press [OK].
• To select the other Favourites list:
Press the green button.
• To add channels to the Favourites list:
Select the channel in the “All DVB Channels”
column, then press [OK]. Repeat this step.
• Yellow: Add all the available channels to the
Favourites. (This function is available only
when there are no channels in the
“Favourites”.)
• To change the order of the channels list:
1 Select the channel in the “Favourites”
column to move, then press the green
button.
2 Select the new position, then press the
green button.
• To delete channels:
Select the channel in the “Favourites” column,
then press [OK].
• Yellow: Delete all channels.
• To change the name of the Favourites list:
1 Press the red button in the “Favourites”
column.
2 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a character,
then press [OK].
Repeat this step to enter other characters.
• Red: Delete a character.
• Blue: Delete all characters.
3 Press [BACK/RETURN ].
Channel List
You can edit the channel list.
• To hide unwanted channels
1 Select the channel.
2 Press [OK].
The check mark is removed.
• Yellow: Reveal all channels.
• To change the channel number assignment
1 Select the channel to change, then press the
green button.
2 Enter the channel number to reassign with
the number buttons.
3 Press [OK].
• To set the channel manually
1 Press the red button.
2 Refer to “Manual Tuning”. (> 71)
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Channel Name
DVB Signal Condition
RETURN
Channel Up
Channel Down
Signal Strength
Bit Error Rate
Signal Quality
Frequency
[ ]
MHz
Network Name
CH
100
100
Auto Setup
You can restart the Auto Setup. (> 19)
PIN is required when you have locked channels.
(> 72, Child Lock List)
Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
• The timer recording programmes are cancelled.
• If you perform “Channel Sorting by Region” (> below), you
can sort the channel list best suited to your region after
Auto tuning is finished.
Channel Sorting by Region
If you want to sort the channel list best suited to
your region, follow the on-screen instructions to
select the region you live in.
Normally, you should select “Best signal quality
(All Regions)”.
Manual Tuning
You can add new channels manually.
1 Press [3, 4] to select the frequency.
• Adjust the frequency by checking the signal
strength and signal quality displays.
2 Press [OK] to start scan.
• The set channel is displayed in the table.
Signal Condition
You can check the quality and strength of signals.
Press [CH WX] to select the channel.
• Signal Quality:
Green bar: Good
Yellow bar: Poor
Red bar: Bad
• The channels you can receive are affected by weather
conditions, seasons, time (day/night), region, length of the
cable that is connected to the aerial, etc.
• When the signal is too strong (red bar), reduce the sign al
amplification at your aerial. (For details, consult your
dealer.)
New Channel Message
Set whether to obtain the information
automatically when a new DVB channel is added.
Update Channel List
You can update the channel list to the latest one.
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Changing the unit’s settings (Setup)
Child Lock
• PIN is required to change. (> 24)
Child Lock List
You can restrict the viewing of channels.
You can lock each channel.
1 Select the channel to lock.
2 Press [OK].
is displayed.
• Press [OK] again to cancel.
• Green: Lock all channels.
• Yellow: Unlock all channels.
Freeview Players
You can restrict the viewing of Digital teletext
(MHEG) unsuitable to children.
Preferred Multi Audio
Multi Audio
Select the language for multi broadcast.
If the selected language is not available, the
original language will be selected.
Audio Description
(When Audio Description is available in the
programme)
When “Automatic” is selected, Audio
Description will be set as default while
watching.
HDD / Disc / USB HDD
Settings for Playback
3D BD-Video Playback
Select the playback method of 3D compatible
video software.
Soundtrack
Select the audio language.
• If “Original” is selected, the original language
of each disc will be selected.
• Enter a code with the number buttons when
you select “Other ¢¢¢¢”.
(> 83, Language code list)
Subtitles
Select the language for subtitle.
• If “Automatic” is selected and the language
selected for “Soundtrack” is not available,
subtitles of that language will automatically
appear if available on that disc.
• Enter a code with the number buttons when
you select “Other ¢¢¢¢”.
(> 83, Language code list)
Menu
Select the language for disc menus.
• Enter a code with the number buttons when
you select “Other ¢¢¢¢”.
(> 83, Language code list)
• 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”
(> 75, Digital Audio Output).
Preferred Subtitles
Subtitles
Choose the subtitle language for broadcast. If
the selected language is not available, then
the original language will be selected.
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When playing a disc which contains the
following two video formats;
- High Definition video (AVCHD) recorded by
the Panasonic video camera, etc.,
- High Definition quality video recorded on this
unit,
select which video to play back.
•On:
Play the High Definition video (AVCHD)
• Off:
Play the High Definition quality title
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Convenient functions
BD-Live
You can restrict Internet access when BD-Live
functions are used.
• If “On ( Limit )” is selected, Internet access is
permitted only for BD-Live contents which
have content owner certificates.
BD-Video Parental Control
Set an age limit of BD-Video play.
• PIN is required to change. (> 24)
DVD-Video Parental Control
Set a rating level to limit DVD-Video play.
• PIN is required to change. (> 24)
Child Lock
You can restrict playback of the following
titles:
- Titles that are recorded with guidance
information
- Titles restricted by Child Lock List (> 72)
(Titles with icon in DIRECT NAVIGATOR,
etc.)
• PIN is required to change. (> 24)
Pure Sound mode
You can enjoy movies or music in an
environment more suitable for viewing by
stopping the rotation of the HDD when playing
back commercial BD-Videos, DVD-Videos or
music CDs.
• If “On” is selected, timer recording does not
start during playback BD-Video, DVD-Video
or music CD.
REWIND LIVE TV
Turn on/off the REWIND LIVE TV function.
• When “Automatic Standby” is set to “Off”
(> 80), “On” cannot be selected.
Chapter Creation
Set the Chapter Creation method.
• Even if “Automatic” is selected, depending on
the programme to be recorded, the chapter
may not be created correctly.
HDD Management
Press and hold [OK] for 3 seconds to show the
following settings.
Delete all titles
Delete all titles (video) on the built-in HDD.
• Delete does not work if one or more titles are
protected.
Delete all photos
Delete all photos on the built-in HDD.
Format HDD
Formatting deletes all contents on the
built-in HDD, and they cannot be restored.
Check carefully before proceeding.
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Changing the unit’s settings (Setup)
Settings for USB HDD
USB HDD Registration
Register the USB HDD. (> 64)
USB HDD Disconnection
This function puts the USB HDD in a state in
which it can be safely disconnected. (> 63)
USB HDD Management
Press and hold [OK] for 3 seconds to show
the following settings.
Delete all titles
Delete all titles on the USB HDD.
• Delete does not work if one or more titles
are protected.
Format USB HDD
Formatting deletes all contents, and
they cannot be restored. Check
carefully before proceeding.
Cancellation of all USB HDD Registrations
This function cancels the registrations of all
the USB HDDs registered on this unit.
Only do this if you are going to dispose of this
unit.
• Before operation, perform “USB HDD Disconne ction”
(> above) and remove the USB HDD.
• It is not possible to play back the conte nt from a
USB HDD whose registration has been cancelled.
Picture
Still Mode
Select the type of picture shown when you pause
play.
•Field:
Select if jittering occurs when “Automatic” is
selected. (The picture is coarser.)
• Frame:
Select if small text or fine patterns cannot be
seen clearly when “Automatic” is selected. (The
picture is clearer and finer.)
Seamless Play
The segments can be played back seamlessly.
• When “Off” is selected, frame-dropping between
the segments can be avoided, but the video may
freeze for a moment between the segments.
• Seamless Play function does not work
depending on the condition or the kind of
programme.
Sound
Dynamic Range Compression
To lower the dynamic range for playback (e.g., at
night).
• This does not work depending on broadcasts
and recorded titles.
Downmix
Select the downmix system of multi-channel to
2-channels sound.
• Select “Surround encoded”, when the
connected equipment supports the virtual
surround function.
• There is no effect on “Bitstream” via HDMI AV
OUT and DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal.
• The audio will be output in “Stereo” in the
following cases.
- AVCHD playback
- [BD-V] : Playback of clicking sound on the
menu and audio with secondary video in
picture-in-picture mode.
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Digital Audio Output
PCM Down Conversion
Select how to output audio with a sampling
frequency of 96 kHz.
•On:
Signals are converted to 48 kHz.
(Choose when the connected equipment
cannot process signals with a sampling
frequency of 96 kHz.)
•Off:
Signals are output as 96 kHz.
• The signals will be converted to 48 kHz
regardless of the setting in the following
cases.
- The signals have a sampling frequency
of over 96 kHz.
- The disc has copy protection.
- “BD-Video Secondary Audio” is set to
“On”. ([BD-V]) (> below)
Dolby D / Dolby D + / Dolby TrueHD
DTS / DTS-HD
MPEG
HE-AAC
Select the audio signal to output.
• Select “PCM” when the connected
equipment cannot decode the respective
audio format.
• Not making the proper settings may result in
noise.
Audio Delay
Mis-sync between the video and audio is
corrected by delaying the audio output.
Display
On-Screen Information
Select the time until the channel information
screen (> 25) disappears automatically.
Unit’s Display
Changes the brightness of the unit’s display.
• If “Automatic” is selected, the display turns dark
during play and disappears when the unit is in
standby mode. While using this mode, the
standby power consumption can be reduced.
• When “Quick Start” is set to “Off” or “Timer
Setting for Quick Start” (> 80), the setting for
this function is fixed to “Automatic”.
Screen Saver
This is to prevent burn-in on the screen.
BD-Video Secondary Audio
Turn on/off the clicking sound on the menu
and audio with secondary video.
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Changing the unit’s settings (Setup)
Connection
3D Settings
3D Type
If 3D video cannot be played back in 3D, you
may be able to play it in 3D by changing the
setting.
• Change the settings for 3D on the TV also
when “Side by side” is selected.
• This setting is not effective for 3D BD-Video.
3D AVCHD Output
If 2D AVCHD video is recognised as 3D video
and cannot be played back correctly, you may
be able to play it by changing the setting.
3D Playback Message
Set to display or hide the 3D viewing warning
screen.
TV Aspect
Set to match the type of TV connected.
• 16:9:
When connected to a 16:9 widescreen TV.
•4:3:
Side picture is trimmed for 16:9
picture.
The pictures may be shown in
the letterbox style depending on
the content.
• Letterbox:
Black bands appear for 16:9
picture.
Aspect for 4:3 Video
To play a 4:3 title, set how to show pictures on a
16:9 TV.
TV System
Set in accordance with the TV System for the
connected TV.
HDMI Connection
HDMI Video Format
You can only select items compatible with the
connected equipment.
• If “Automatic” is selected, the output
resolution best suited to the connected TV
(1080p, 1080i, 720p or 576p/480p) is
automatically selected.
• To enjoy High Quality Video up-converted to
1080p, you need to connect the unit to
1080p compatible HDTV. If this unit is
connected to an HDTV through other
equipment, it must also be 1080p
compatible.
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Convenient functions
24p Output
When playing BD-Video recorded in
24 frames, this unit displays each frame at
1/24 second intervals–the same interval
originally shot with the film movie.
• This item is effective only when this unit is
connected to a TV supporting 1080/24p
output and “HDMI Video Format” is set to
“Automatic” or “1080p”. (> 76)
• When BD-Video images other than 24p are
played, images are output at 60p.
Deep Colour Output
This setting is for selecting whether to use
Deep Colour output when a TV that supports
Deep Colour is connected.
HDMI Audio Output
Select “Off” when connected to an
amplifier/receiver with a DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
terminal.
7.1ch Audio Reformatting
[BD-V]
Surround sound with 6.1 ch or less is
automatically expanded and played back at
7.1 ch.
• If “Off” is selected, sound is played over the
original number of channels. (Note that in
the case of 6.1 ch audio, playback will be at
5.1 ch)
Audio reformatting is enabled in the following
cases:
- When you have selected “PCM” in “Digital
Audio Output”. (> 75)
- When the audio is Dolby Digital, Dolby
Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD or LPCM.
Contents Type Flag
If “Automatic” is selected, the optimal method
of playback depending on the TV (e.g.
cinema) will automatically be selected (only
when the TV supports Contents Type Flag).
VIERA Link
Select “Off” when you do not want to use
“HDAVI Control”.
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Convenient functions
e.g.,
Changing the unit’s settings (Setup)
Network
Easy Network Setting
Press [OK] to start Easy Network Setting. (> 21)
Network Settings
LAN Connection Mode
Select the LAN connection method.
• [PWT530] “Wireless” is enabled only when the
Wireless LAN adaptor DY-WL5 (optional) is
connected.
Wireless Settings
This allows to set and check the connection
settings of the Wireless router.
The current connection settings and status are
displayed.
Current connection settings
Network name
( SSID )
Wireless type
Authentication type
Encryption type
Current status
Connection status
Reception
1 Encryption type
2 Reception
3 Type of wireless router
Connection Setting
The Wireless router connection wizard will
be displayed.
802.11n (2.4GHz/20MHz)
AES
Connected
IP Address / DNS Settings
Check the connection of the network or set
the IP address and DNS.
• To set the IP address and DNS
1 Set “IP Address Auto-assignment” and
“DNS-IP Auto-assignment” to “Off”.
2 Select the item, then press [OK] to show
the respective setting.
• When the router’s DHCP server function is
not activated, check the numbers of other
connected devices such as personal
computers, then assign a number different
from those of other devices for the “IP
Address” and assign the same number for
“Subnet Mask” and “Gateway Address”.
Proxy Server Settings
Check and set the connection to the Proxy
server.
• Press [OK] to show the respective setting.
Network Service Settings
Lock
You can restrict using VIERA Connect.
• PIN is required to change. (> 24)
Automatic Volume Control
Volume is adjusted automatically to the
standard volume while using VIERA
Connect.
• Depending on contents, this function will
not work.
• Select “Off” when the audio is warped.
Double Speed Mode Setting ( 2.4GHz )
When a 2.4 GHz wireless format is used,
this setting sets the connection speed.
• If you connect using the “Double Speed
Mode (40MHz)”, 2 channels use the
same frequency band, and there is
consequently a greater risk of reception
interference. This can cause the
connection speed to drop or the
connection to become unstable.
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Convenient functions
Remote Recording Function Settings
You must register to a service to use this
function.
For details please check the following
website.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/
(This site is in English only.)
Remote Recording function
When you make a timer recording from a
smart phone or a PC, etc. away from
home, set this function to "On".
Device ID
This is the device ID and device password
required for registering to and using a
service.
Initialize Device Password
The device password for this unit is
initialized.
• When you initialize the device password,
you will not be able to use Remote
Recording function. To use the Remote
Recording function again, you must
re-register to the service.
Home Network Settings
You can set the DLNA (Server) function.
(> 58)
Home Network function
You can switch between enable/disable of
the DLNA (Server) and DMR (Media
Renderer) function.
• If “On” is selected, the setting for “Quick
Start” is fixed to “On”. (> 80)
• If “Off” is selected, the setting for
“Remote Recording function” is fixed to
“Off”. (> above)
• This cannot be set to “On” if the
connection with the wireless broadband
router is not encrypted in the wireless
connection.
Setting device name
It is also possible to change the name of
this unit on the network.
• Select from a preset list
Select the preset name, then press [OK].
• Create name
Enter the name.
Refer to “Entering text”. (> 85)
Registration type for remote devices
• Automatic:
All connected devices on the same
network can access this unit.
• Manual:
Only registered devices can access this
unit.
Remote device list
• To register equipment manually
1 Select the device name or the MAC
Address for the device you want to
register, then press [OK].
2 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
• To deregister equipment
1 Select the registered equipment, then
press [OK].
2 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
• This function cannot be enabled when “Automatic”
is selected in “Registration type for remote
devices”. (> above)
• The maximum number of equipment that can be
registered is 16.
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Changing the unit’s settings (Setup)
Others
Standby Settings
Quick Start
•On:
It is possible to start quickly from standby
mode.
•Off:
Power consumption in standby mode is
minimized. (> 96)
However, startup time from standby mode
will be longer.
• Timer Setting for Quick Start:
“Quick Start” is activated when the set time
comes. (If the clock has not been set, this
function is not activated at all hours.)
• When “Home Network function” (> 79) or “Remote
Recording function” (> 79) is set to “On”, the setting
for this function is fixed to “On”.
• I f “Off” or “Timer Setting for Quick Start” is selected, the
setting for “Unit’s Display” is fixed to “Automatic”. (
• [PWT635] The setting may be changed to “On”
automatically when the setting for video
communication is changed. (> 61)
Automatic Standby
Set the time to turn the unit to standby mode
automatically.
When the unit is not operating, the unit will be
turned to standby mode once the set time has
passed.
• When “REWIND LIVE TV” is set to “On”
(> 73), “Off” cannot be selected.
Automatic Standby after Copy
•On:
This unit is turned to standby mode when it
is not operated for approximately 5 minutes
after completing copy (> 57).
RF OUT ( Aerial Signal )
Set whether to output the broadcasting signal
from RF OUT or not while in standby mode
(When “Quick Start” is not activated).
• If “On” is selected, the aerial signal is output
from this unit.
Power Save for Network Standby
You can minimize power consumption in
standby mode even when the “Quick Start”
function is activated. (> 96)
• When this is set to “On”, startup time when operating
[GUIDE] and [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] from standby
mode will be longer.
>
75)
Automatic Standby after OTR
•On:
This unit is turned to standby mode when it
is not operated for approximately 5 minutes
after completing “Automatic Stop” or
“Recording Time” (> 28).
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Convenient functions
OK
Remember the PIN.
PIN Entry
0 0 0 0
Remote Control
Change the remote control code on the main unit
and the remote control if you place other
Panasonic products close together.
• Use “Set Code1”, the factory set code, under
normal circumstances.
1 Select the code, then press [OK].
2 While pressing [OK], press and hold the
number button ([1] to [6]) for more than
5 seconds.
3 Press and hold [OK] for more than 5 seconds.
4 Press [OK].
Clock
If the time is not set correctly, use the settings
listed in the method below.
• Automatic
This unit usually obtains time and date
information from digital broadcasts.
• Time Zone
When the time is not correct, set “Time Zone”.
(GMT - 6 to + 6)
• Manual Setting
1 Select “Off” of “Automatic”, then press [OK].
2 Select the item you want to change.
3 Change the setting.
4 Press [OK] when you have finished the
settings.
Owner ID
In order to prevent another person from using this
unit if it is stolen, you can set a PIN and input
your personal information (NAME, HOUSE NO,
POSTCODE).
Once the PIN has been set, you cannot return
to the factory preset. Make sure not to forget
this.
PIN Entry
You can set/change the PIN for parental control.
1 Enter your 4-digit PIN with the number
buttons.
2 Enter the new 4-digit PIN with the number
buttons.
• Make a note of PIN in case you forget it.
e.g.,
3 Press [OK].
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Changing the unit’s settings (Setup)
System Update
Software Update in Standby
When you set this unit to standby mode,
software (firmware) updates (> 84) are
downloaded automatically at the time you
have specified.
Software Update Now ( Broadcast )
Refer to “Software (Firmware) Update”.
(> 84)
Software Update Now ( Internet )
Refer to “Software (Firmware) Update”.
(> 84)
Software Licence
Information about the software licence is
displayed.
System Information
Display Software (firmware) version, HDAVI
Control version, Wireless Module version (When
using wireless connection only), and terminal ID
(ESN) of this unit.
Initialize
Shipping Condition
All the settings except for some settings return
to the factory preset.
• The timer recording programmes are also
cancelled.
• The device password is also initialized.
(> 79)
Default Settings
All the settings other than the tuning settings,
clock settings, disc language settings,
parental control settings, remote control code,
device password, etc. return to the factory
presets.
New software version has been found.
The software will be updated automatically
after this unit is switched to standby.
Do not disconnect the AC mains lead.
Software (Firmware) Update
You cannot operate the unit until the update
is complete. Don’t remove the AC mains lead
during the update. Removing the AC mains
lead while the update is in progress may
damage the unit.
If a software (firmware) update is available, a
notification is displayed.
Software of this unit can be updated automatically
by the following methods at the specified time.
(Default setting is 3 a.m. > 82, Software Update
in Standby)
- From broadcasts
- From Internet
§
• To update the software (Firmware) immediately,
use the following function:
- Software Update Now ( Broadcast ):
Software of this unit will be updated from
broadcasts if update information is detected.
- Software Update Now ( Internet )
§
:
Software of this unit will be updated from
Internet if update information is detected.
§
Network connection and setting are required.
(> 17, 21)
Update of the software (firmware) will start when
the unit is turned to standby mode.
The unit’s display during the update
e.g.,
• When “FINISH” is displayed, update of the
software (firmware) has completed.
• It may take up to a few hours until the update is completed
depending on the network or broadcast environment.
• The timer recording always takes preference over the
software (Firmware) download; if the timer recording is
scheduled to start, the downloading will be performed at the
next opportunity.
• You can also download the latest software (firmware) from
the following website.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/
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Other operations
_
Enter Title Name
Space
Set
Delete
OK
RETURN
Name field:shows the text you have
entered
e.g.,
5
6
8
NO
JKL
M
PQR
TUV
7
7
qrs
p
7
qrs
p
7
qrs
p
Unit’s display
Convenient functions
Entering text
Preparation
• Show the “Enter Title Name” screen, etc.
1 Select a character, then press [OK].
Repeat this step to enter other characters.
• To delete a character:
Select the character in the name field, then
press [PAUSE ;].
• To enter characters with number buttons:
e.g., entering the letter “R”
1 Press [7] to
move to the
seventh row.
2 Press [7] twice
to highlight “R”.
3 Press [OK].
2 Press [STOP ∫] (Set).
“Writing...” appears then the screen returns
to the previous screen and so on.
To end partway
Press [BACK/RETURN ]. (Text is not added.)
• If a name is long, parts of it may not be shown in some
screens.
Switching the aspect ratio of the
screen
When the image does not match the screen size
of the TV, you can enlarge the image to fill the
screen.
1 Press [OPTION].
2 Select “Aspect”, then press [OK].
3 Select the item, then press [OK].
Normal:
Normal output
Side cut:
The black bars on the right and left sides of
the 16:9 image disappear and the image is
enlarged.
Zoom:
The black bars on the top and bottom sides
of the 4:3 image disappear and the image is
enlarged.
• This function does not work when watching 3D programme
and playing back 3D title or 3D photo.
• It may also be adjusted using the scre en mode of the TV
etc.
• The screen mode is switched to “Normal” in the following
situations:
- when you change the channel
- when you start or end the playback of a title
- when you switch the unit on or to standby mode.
• [BD-V][DVD-V] “Side cut” does not have any effect.
• When “TV Aspect” (> 76) is set to “4:3” or “Letterbox”, the
“Zoom” effect is disabled.
HOLD function
The HOLD function deactivates all buttons on the
unit and remote control.
Press and hold [OK] and [BACK/RETURN ]
simultaneously until “X HOLD” appears on the
unit’s display.
To cancel the HOLD function
Press and hold [OK] and [BACK/RETURN ]
simultaneously until “X HOLD” disappears.
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Troubleshooting guide
Before requesting service, make the following
checks. If the problem still persists, consult
your dealer for instructions.
Updating to the latest software (firmware) may
solve the problem. (> 84)
The followings do not indicate a problem
with this unit:
• Regular disc rotating sounds or HDD rotating
sounds.
• Poor reception due to atmospheric conditions.
• Image disturbance during search.
• Image disturbance when replacing 3D discs.
• Interruptions in reception due to periodic
broadcasting breaks.
• When you switch the unit on or to standby
mode, there may be an unexpected sound.
General operation
The unit does not work.
• Check the connections. (> 14)
• One of the unit’s safety devices may have been
activated.
Reset the unit as follows:
1 Press [Í/I] on the main unit to switch the unit
to standby.
• If the unit does not switch to standby, press
[Í/I] on the main unit for about 3 seconds.
The unit is forcibly switched to standby.
Alternatively, disconnect the AC mains
lead, wait one minute, then reconnect it.
2 Press [Í/I] on the main unit to switch it on. If
the unit still cannot be operated, consult the
dealer.
Cannot eject a disc.
1 While the unit is in standby mode, press and
hold [OK], the yellow button and the blue
button at the same time for more than
5 seconds.
• “00 RET” is displayed on the unit’s display.
2 Repeatedly press [1] (right) until “06 FTO” is
displayed on the unit’s display.
3 Press [OK].
86
The unit is switched to standby mode
automatically.
• VIERA Link has worked. (> 65, Power off link)
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The remote control does not work.
• The remote control and main unit are using
different codes. Change the code on the remote
control.
Press and hold [OK] and
the indicated number
button at the same time
Unit's display
• Software (firmware) is updating when “UPD
/” is displaying on the unit’s display. Wait until
the update is completed. (> 84)
• The HOLD function is activated. (> 85)
Startup is slow.
• Startup takes time in the following situations:
- A disc is inserted.
- The clock is not set.
- Immediately after a power failure or the AC
mains lead is connected.
- When a BD-J application is executing.
- When the “Quick Start” is not activated. (> 80)
• Startup of this unit may be slower depending on
the TV settings.
for more than 5 seconds.
(> 81)
Displays
“0:00” is flashing on the unit’s display.
• Set the clock. (> 68, 81)
The clock does not display on the unit when
switched to standby.
• The clock does not display when “Unit’s Display”
is set to “Automatic”. (> 75)
TV screen and video
Screen size is wrong.
• Check the “TV Aspect” or “Aspect for 4:3 Video”.
(> 76)
• Adjust the aspect ratio setting on TV.
• If you connect to 4:3 TV, set “HDMI Video
Format” to “576p/480p”. (> 68, 76)
The black screen appears on the TV.
• This phenomenon may occur, depending on the
TV setting, when “Quick Start” is activated.
Depending on the TV, this phenomenon may be
prevented by reconnecting to a different HDMI
input terminal.
TV reception is not displayed.
• Broadcast signals are not output from this unit’s
RF OUT terminal. Select “On” in “RF OUT
( Aerial Signal )”. (> 68, 80)
Picture does not appear with the HD quality
although HD setting was made.
• The pictures are output with 576p/480p
depending on the title.
The screen changes automatically.
• If “Screen Saver” is set to “On”, the screen saver
function will be activated when there is no
operation for 5 minutes or more. (> 75)
There is a lot of image lag when playing video.
• Set “HD optimizer” in the Picture menu to “Off”.
(> 67)
• Set “Audio Delay”. (> 68, 75)
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The images do not appear on the TV.
The picture is distorted during play, or video
will not play correctly.
• Check the connections. (> 14)
• Check the settings of the connected TV, etc.
• An incorrect resolution is selected in “HDMI
Video Format”. Reset the setting as follows:
1 While the unit is on, press and hold [OK], the
yellow button and the blue button at the
same time for more than 5 seconds.
• “00 RET” is displayed on the unit’s display.
2 Repeatedly press [1] (right) until “04 PRG”
is displayed on the unit’s display.
3 Press and hold [OK] for at least 3 seconds.
Set the item again. (> 68, 76)
• When Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD,
and DTS-HD audio are not output properly,
select “Yes” in “Default Settings” and make
proper settings. (> 68, 82)
• The unit’s TV System is different from that of the
disc. While stopped, keep pressing [∫](STOP)
and [< OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit for 5 or
more seconds. The system switches from PAL
to NTSC or vice versa.
• Picture may not be seen when more than
4 devices are connected with HDMI cables.
Reduce the number of connected devices.
• The picture may be distorted or a black screen
may appear between scenes recorded with
different aspect ratios.
• Set “Deep Colour Output” (> 68, 77) or
“Contents Type Flag” (> 68, 77) to “Off”.
3D video is not output correctly.
• 3D video may be output correctly by changing
the following settings:
- “3D Type” of “3D Settings” (> 68, 76)
- “Signal Format” (> 42, 3D settings during
playback)
• Check the settings of the connected TV.
• When a non-3D compatible amplifier/receiver is
connected between this unit and a TV, 3D video
is not output. (> 16)
• When the amplifier/receiver which is connected
between this unit and a TV is off, 3D video is not
output. (> 15)
• 3D discs may not be played back correctly due
to the settings of the TV.
• When “HDMI Audio Output” is set to “Off”, 3D
video may not be output correctly. (> 77)
The same video is displayed in each left and
right half of the screen.
• This is a 3D programme of the Side-by-Side
type.
Change the setting as follows if connecting with
a 3D compatible TV:
1 Press [OPTION].
2 Select “3D Settings”, then press [OK].
3 Select “Side by side” in “Signal Format”, then
press [OK].
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Sound
No sound.
Distorted sound.
• Check the connections. (> 14)
• Check the settings of the connected TV, etc.
• Select the audio with “Multi Audio”. (> 26, 41)
• To output audio from a device connected with an
HDMI cable, set “HDMI Audio Output” to “On”.
(> 68, 77)
Cannot change audio channel.
• You cannot change the audio channel if “Digital
Audio Output” is set to “Bitstream” (> 75)
Recording, timer recording and
copying
Cannot record.
Cannot copy.
• Some broadcasts are copyright protected.
• You cannot record/copy to the disc.
Timer recording does not work properly.
• Failed timer recordings are displayed in grey
with on the Timer Recording screen. (> 34)
When you programme a timer recording, check
the screen icons. If “!” is displayed, this timer
programme may not be recorded because:
- there is not enough space left.
- the number of possible titles has reached its
maximum.
- programmes are deactivated, etc.
• Because the actual broadcast time may be
different from the time displayed on the TV
Guide, we recommend you set the start time
earlier and the end time later by some minutes,
up to a maximum of 10 minutes.
The timer recording programmed via VIERA
Connect does not work properly.
• Timer recording programmed via VIERA
Connect will be recorded with the same
conditions as those of manual timer recording,
and some functions such as “Guide Link” (> 31)
does not work.
Auto Renewal Recording does not work
properly.
• The programme will not be overwritten in the
following cases:
- the programme is protected
- any programme is being played back or copied
- a screen such as DIRECT NAVIGATOR is
displayed
Instead, the programme will be saved as a
separate programme and that will be
overwritten.
A part or whole of a recorded title has been
lost.
• If there is a power failure or the AC mains lead is
disconnected from the household mains socket
while recording or editing, the title may be lost or
the HDD may become unusable. We cannot
offer any guarantee regarding lost programmes.
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Play
Cannot play back.
• The disc is dirty. (> 10)
• The disc is scratched or marked.
• [BD-R][BD-RE]
Set “Play Video ( AVCHD ) on BD-RE / BD-R” to
“On” and the playback may be possible (> 68,
72).
• The disc may not be able to play back if it was
not finalized or a Top Menu was not created on
the equipment used for recording.
Audio and video momentarily pause.
• DVD-R DL and +R DL discs have two writable
layers on one side. Video and audio may
momentarily cut out when the unit is switching
layers.
BD-Video or DVD-Video is not played.
• Ensure the disc is for the correct BD-Video
region code or DVD-Video region number, and
is not defective.
You have forgotten your rating PIN number for
prental control.
• The PIN number for parental control and the
rating level return to the factory preset.
The default PIN number is “0000”.
1 While the unit is on, press and hold [OK], the
yellow button and the blue button at the
same time for more than 5 seconds.
• “00 RET” is displayed on the unit’s display.
2 Repeatedly press [1] (right) until “03 VL” is
displayed on the unit’s display.
3Press [OK].
• “INIT” is displayed on the unit’s display.
Edit
Cannot edit.
• You may not be able to edit on the HDD if there
is no available space. Delete any unwanted
titles to create empty space. (> 43)
• You cannot edit to the disc.
Photo
The contents of the SD card cannot be read.
• Remove the card from the slot and then insert
again. If this does not solve the problem, switch
the unit to standby mode and turn it on again.
Copying, deleting and setting protection takes
a long time.
• When there are a lot of folders and files, it may
sometimes take a long time.
Photos do not play back normally.
• The images that were edited on the PC, such as
Progressive JPEG, etc., may not play back.
(> 98)
Image for the Quick View is not smooth.
• Image may not be played back smoothly in case
of High definition titles.
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USB
This unit does not recognize the USB device
correctly.
• [PWT635] If USB device is connected to this unit
while using a video communication the USB
device will not be recognized. Press [EXIT ]
and reconnect USB device.
• If inserted during playback the USB device may
not be recognized by this unit.
Disconnect and reconnect the USB device. If it
still does not recognize the connection, switch
the unit to standby mode and turn it on again.
• USB devices connected using a USB extension
cable other than a dedicated one or a USB hub
may not be recognized by this unit.
• This unit does not recognize USB HDDs other
than those in which the size of one sector is
512-bytes. (For details, consult the dealer of
your USB HDD.)
TV Guide
The TV Guide information is not displayed
properly.
• Set the clock correctly. (> 68, 81, Clock)
• Some broadcast may not send programme
information.
• There was a programme change, or TV Guide
information from a broadcast station was
possibly not correctly transmitted.
• If signal quality is bad, the TV Guide system
may not be able to receive any data.
Broadcast
Picture regularly breaks up on some
channels.
• Adjust the reception with “Manual Tuning”.
(> 68, 71)
Picture very infrequently breaks up on some
or all channels.
• Electrical atmospheric interference caused by
bad weather may cause pictures to break up
and audio to mute or distort momentarily.
VIERA Link
VIERA Link does not work.
• Some functions may not work depending on the
version of “HDAVI Control” of the connected TV,
etc. This unit supports “HDAVI Control 5”
functions.
• Check the settings of the connected TV, etc.
• If the connection for the equipment connected
with HDMI was changed, or if there was a power
failure or the plug was removed from the
household mains socket, “HDAVI Control” may
not work.
In this case, change TV (VIERA) setting for
“HDAVI Control” again.
• This unit does not support “ONE TOUCH PLAY”
function of the Panasonic AV Control Receiver.
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Network
You cannot access this unit from DLNA
compatible equipment on the network.
• Check the network connection and the network
settings. (> 17, 21)
• It may not be possible to connect depending on
the types of the equipment or the status of the
equipment.
You cannot play contents properly from DLNA
compatible equipment on the network.
• There may be some video that cannot be played
back on DLNA compatible equipment
depending on the equipment.
• Following titles cannot be played back:
- A title with access restriction
- A title with incompatible format
• Playback via DLNA compatible equipment may
not be performed when this unit is in the
following conditions:
- While playing back a BD-Video
- While simultaneously copying and recording
- While displaying the Setup menu
- While executing functions using a network,
such as “VIERA Connect”
• You cannot play back simultaneously from two
or more items of DLNA compatible equipment.
• If the DLNA compatible equipment is not
capable of outputting HE-AAC audio format,
etc., sound may not be played back.
When using Wireless LAN connection, video
from the DLNA Certified media server is not
played back or video frames are dropped
during playback.
• Use 802.11n (2.4 GHz) Wireless router.
Simultaneous use with a microwave, cordless
telephone etc. at 2.4 GHz may result in
connection interruptions or other problems.
• On the “Wireless Settings” screen (> 78), the
continuous lighting of at least four “Reception”
indicators is the target for a stable connection. If
three or fewer indicators are lit or the connection
is being interrupted, change the position or
angle of your Wireless router. If there is no
improvement, connect to a wired network and
perform the “Easy Network Setting” (> 21)
again.
Reset
To return all the settings to the factory preset
• Perform “Shipping Condition” or “Default
Settings”. (> 68, 82)
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Messages on the unit’s display
The following messages or service numbers
appear on the unit’s display when something
unusual is detected.
SET
(“∑” stands for a number.)
The remote control and main unit are using
different codes. Change the code on the remote
control. (> 87)
CONV
Selected titles in the USB HDD are being
converted.
Do not disconnect the USB HDD from this unit.
GUIDE
TV Guide data is being downloaded.
HARD ERR
If there is no change after switching the unit to
standby mode and turning it on, consult the
dealer.
NoREAD
• The disc is dirty. (> 10) The unit cannot play.
• The lens cleaner has finished cleaning.
Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit to
eject the disc.
PLEASE WAIT
• Displayed when the unit is started and is
switched to standby mode.
• There was a power failure or the AC plug was
disconnected while the unit was on. The unit is
carrying out its recovery process. Wait until the
message disappears.
PROG FULL
There are already 32 timer programmes. Delete
unnecessary timer programmes. (> 34)
REMOVE
The USB device is drawing too much power.
Remove the USB device.
START
Update of the software (firmware) is started.
You cannot operate the unit until the update is
complete. (> 84)
SW-DL
Software (firmware) is downloading.
Download will stop when the unit is turned on, or
the timer recording starts. (> 84)
UNSUPPORT
The media is not supported.
UPD /
(“∑” stands for a number.)
The software (firmware) is being updated.
You cannot operate the unit until the update is
complete. (> 84)
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U59
The unit is hot.
The unit switches to standby for safety reasons.
Wait for about 30 minutes until the message
disappears.
Select a position with good ventilation when
installing the unit.
U61
(When a disc is not inserted) A malfunction has
occurred. The unit is trying to restore to the
normal operation. Once the message disappears
you can use the unit again.
If it remains displayed, consult the dealer.
U76
HDMI cannot be output because it is connected to
a model that does not support copyright
protection.
U77
Due to the current disc not having authorised
copyright information, video output is not
performed.
U88
(When a disc is inserted) There was something
unusual detected with the disc or the unit. The
unit is trying to restore to the normal operation.
Once the message disappears you can use the
unit again.
If it remains displayed, consult the dealer.
U99
The unit fails to operate properly. Press [Í/I] on
the main unit to switch the unit to standby mode.
Now press [Í/I] on the main unit again to turn the
unit on.
H or F
(“∑” stands for a number.)
There is something unusual. (The service number
displayed after H and F depends on the unit’s
condition.)
Reset the unit as follows:
1 Disconnect the plug from the household mains
socket, wait a few seconds, then reconnect it.
2Press [Í/I] to turn the power on. (The unit may
be fixed.)
Request service from the dealer. Inform the
dealer of the service number when requesting
service.
When you experience problems with
Easy Network Setting
If there is any problem, the following message is
displayed on the screen.
Wireless Settings
DisplayCheck 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.
[PWT530] 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.
• [PWT530] Connection of
Wireless LAN Adaptor
• If the problem is not solved,
consult your dealer.
XHOLD
The HOLD function is activated. (> 85)
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Easy Network Setting ( Home Network
Connection Check )
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
“Fail”
“Fail”
“Fail”
“Pass”
“Fail”
“Fail”
“Pass”
Check the
following
• Connection
of the LAN
cables
(> 17)
• Settings of
the hub and
router
• Connection
and settings
of the hub
and router
• Settings of
“IP Address /
DNS
Settings”
(> 68, 78)
Wireless setting:
2. IP address
setting:
3. Connection to
gateway:
“Pass”
“Fail”
1. LAN cable
connection or
“Pass”
Wireless setting:
2. IP address
setting:
“Home
network
available”
3. Connection to
gateway:
“Fail”
Easy Network Setting ( Internet Connection
Test )
DisplayCheck the following
Cannot find the
server. (B019)
• “Primary DNS” and
“Secondary DNS” settings
of “IP Address / DNS
Settings” (> 68, 78)
No connection
could be made to
the server. (B020)
• The server may be busy or
the service may have been
suspended. Please wait a
few moments, and then try
again.
• Settings of “Proxy Server
Settings” (> 68, 78) and the
router.
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Reference
Specifications
Specifications are subject to change without
notice.
∫ General
Dimensions:430 mm (W)
(excluding the projecting parts)
(including the projecting parts)
Mass:[PWT635] Approx. 2.8 kg
Power supply:AC 220 V to 240 V, 50 Hz
Power consumption:[PWT635] Approx. 28 W
“Quick Start” is activated and “Power Save
for Network Standby” is set to “Off”
“Quick Start” is activated and “Power Save
for Network Standby” is set to “On”
“Quick Start” is not activated and
“RF OUT ( Aerial Signal )” is set to “Off”
Operating temperature:5 oC to 40 oC
Operating humidity range:10 % to 80 % RH
cards (need a miniSDTM
adaptor).
Includes microSD
microSDXC
TM
/microSDHCTM/
TM
cards (need a microSDTM
adaptor).
§2
SDXC only
, MPO
, MKV
,
MPO
2
, MKV
,
MPO
, MKV
,
MPO
∫ USB device
USB standard: USB2.0 High Speed
Format:FAT12, FAT16, FAT32, NTFS
Data that can be played: MP3, JPEG, MPO,
§1
§1
Audio information
§1
§1
The audio output differs depending on which
§
3
,
terminals are connected to the amplifier/receiver,
§
2
,
and the setting on this unit. (> 75, Digital Audio
§
2
Output)
§
3
,
• The number of channels listed is the maximum
§
2
,
§
2,
possible number of output channels when
§
3
connected to amplifier/receiver compatible with
,
the respective audio format.
§
3
§
3
§
3
Terminal
§
3
§
2
,
§
2
HDMI AV
OUT
Output using
original audio
Xvid, MKV, MP4, MPEG-2
Digital Audio Output
BitstreamPCM
BD-Video:
7.1ch PCM
§1
DVD-Video:
5.1ch PCM
DIGITAL
AUDIO
OUT
§1
When “BD-Video Secondary Audio” is set to
“On”, the audio will be output as Dolby Digital,
§1
§2
DTS Digital Surround or 5.1ch PCM.
§2
The audio output is amplified from 5.1ch or
Dolby Digital/
DTS Digital
Surround
Down-mixed 2ch
6.1ch to 7.1ch depending on the DTS, Inc.
specifications.
§1, 2
PCM
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Specifications
About recorded titles
∫ Recording quality and approximate
recording times
Depending on the content being recorded, the
recording time may become shorter than
indicated.
Recording
quality
[PWT635]
(1 TB)
HDD
[PWT530]
(500 GB)
HD quality259 hours129 hours
SD quality518 hours258 hours
• Recording time may vary depending on the
bit rate of broadcasting:
- High Definition (HD) quality: estimated bit
rate is 8 Mbps
- Standard Definition (SD) quality: estimated
bit rate is 4 Mbps
• Regarding recording time remaining:
Remaining time is calculated with a bit rate of
8 Mbps. But the bit rate differs depending on
the broadcast, so the displayed remaining
time might be different from the actual
remaining time.
∫ Maximum number of titles that can be
recorded
999 titles
(When continuously recording for long
durations, titles are automatically divided
every 8 hours.)
Information for the files other than recorded
programmes
∫ JPEG/MPO
Playable media:HDD, BD-RE (SL/DL),
DVD-R, DVD-R DL, CD-R,
CD-RW, SD Card, USB device
Compatible pixels:
Between 34k34 and 8192k8192 pixels
(Sub sampling is 4:2:2 or 4:2:0)
Files:JPEG conforming DCF
(Design rule for Camera File system)
MPO conforming MPF
(Multi Picture Format)
Maximum numbers of folders and files:
Media
Maximum
folders
Maximum
files
HDD–20000
BD-RE50010000
DVD-R50010000
CD-R, CD-RW50010000
SD Card50010000
USB device50010000
• This unit is not compatible with Motion JPEG or
Progressive JPEG.
MPEG-4 AVC (H.264) profile is up to High
Profile, Level 4.
AAC-LC, MP3, Dolby Digital audio, DTS,
PCM, Vorbis and FLAC can be decoded.
Reference
Maximum number of folders: 300 folders
(including the root folder)
Maximum number of files:200 files
∫ MP4
Playable media:SD Card, USB device
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264:
Up to High Profile, Level 4.2
Video resolution:Up to 1920k1080
MPEG-4 AAC-LC
Sampling rate:8 kHz to 48 kHz
Number of audio channel:1 or 2
∫ SD-Video (Standard Definition)
Playable media:SD Card, USB device
Codec:MPEG-2
File Format:
SD-Video format
used on Standard Definition Camera
§
SD-Video Entertainment Video Profile
(Panasonic and some other’s)
∫ HD-Video (High Definition)
Playable media:SD Card, USB device
Codec:MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
File Format:AVCHD format conforming
§
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Licenses
“AVCHD”, “AVCHD 3D”, “AVCHD Progressive” and “AVCHD 3D/Progressive” are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and
Sony Corporation.
Copyright 2004-2010 Verance Corporation. CinaviaTM is a Verance Corporation trademark. Protected by U.S. Patent 7,369,677
and worldwide patents issued and pending under license from Verance Corporation. All rights reserved.
DLNA, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living
Network Alliance.
DVB and the DVB logos are trademarks of the DVB Project.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
“DVD Logo” is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license and VC-1 patent portfolio license for the personal and
non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard and VC-1 Standard (“AVC/VC-1
Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC/VC-1 Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial
activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC/VC-1 Video. No license is granted or shall be
implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC.
See http://www.mpegla.com
SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
The “S” logo and SkypeTM are trade marks of Skype.
VIERA Connect is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.
The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
The Wi-Fi Protected Setup Mark is a mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
.
“Wi-Fi”, “Wi-Fi Protected Setup”, “WPA” and “WPA2” are marks or registered marks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
HDAVI ControlTM is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.
HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing
LLC in the United States and other countries.
Java is a registered trademark of Oracle and/or its affiliates.
Windows is a trademark or a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.