Panasonic DMR-PWT530, DMR-PWT635 User Manual

Operating Instructions
EB
Blu-ray Disc™ Player / HDD Recorder
Model No. DMR-PWT635
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 A Figure 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 A Figure 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.
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Table of contents
Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Caution for AC Mains Lead. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Supplied accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Getting started
HDD and media information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
- Playable/Reco rdable contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
- Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Unit care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
- Basic connect ions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
- Amplifier/receiver c onnections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
- Network conne ction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
- TV operation buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
- Easy Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
- Easy Network S etting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
FUNCTION MENU screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Watching broadcasts
Watching broadcasts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
- Using Channe l List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
- Using TV Guide system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
- Using channe l information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
- Operations wh ile watching broadcast . . . . . . . . . . .26
- REWIND LIVE TV /PAUSE LIVE TV . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Recording
Recording TV programmes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
- Operation du ring Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Timer recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
- Various functio ns with Freeview . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
- Manually progra mming timer recording . . . . . . . . . .32
- Timer recording o ptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
- Timer recording f rom channel information . . . . . . . .33
- Remote recordin g from outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
- Notes on timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
- To confirm and edit a timer programme . . . . . . . . . .34
Playing back video
Playing titles on the HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
- DIRECT NAVIGA TOR (VIDEO) screen . . . . . . . . . .35
Playing titles on the media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
- Notes for BD-Liv e discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Operation during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
- General opera tions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
- 3D video playb ack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Editing video
Deleting recorded titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Editing recorded titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Copying video
Copying titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Photo
Playing photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
- DIRECT NAVI GATOR (PHOTO) screen . . . . . . . . . 48
- Photo pla y option. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
- Slideshow settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Editing photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Copying photos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
- Selecting and copying the photos . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
- Copying a utomatically. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Music
Playing music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
- Copying mu sic (MP3) to HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
- Playing mu sic recorded on HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
- Operation s during music play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Editing music/playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
With Other Equipment
Copying the HD Video or the SD Video . . . . .56
- Copying HD Video (AVCHD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
- Copying S D Video (MPEG2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Smart Home Networking (DLNA) . . . . . . . . . . 58
- Using this u nit as Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
- Using this u nit as Client. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
- Using this u nit as Media Renderer . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Convenient functions
VIERA Connect (Enjoying Internet Service) . .61
- To enjoy v ideo communication (e.g., SkypeTM) . . . . .61
Format SD card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Registering the external HDD (USB HDD) . . .63
- Connectin g the USB HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
- Disconnect ing the USB HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
- Registering the USB HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
VIERA Link functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Playback menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Changing the unit’s settings (Setup). . . . . . . .68
- Common pro cedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
- Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
- HDD / Disc / US B HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
-Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
- Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
- Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
- Connectio n . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
-Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
- Others . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
- Langua ge code list. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Software (Firmware) Update. . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
Other operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
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- Entering text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
- Switching the aspect ratio of the screen . . . . . . . . . 85
- HOLD function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
- General operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
- Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
- TV screen and video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
- Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
- Recording, timer recording and copying . . . . . . . . . 89
-Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
-Edit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
- Photo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
-USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
-TV Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
- Broadcast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
- VIERA Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
-Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
- Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
- Messages on the un it’s display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
- When you experience problems with
Easy Network Setting
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Reference
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Licenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
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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HDD and media information
For more details, refer also to the specifications. (> 96)
Playable/Recordable contents
Media type Standard symbol Playable 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 type Standard symbol Playable 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.
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HDD and media information
About extension of files
MP4: “.MP4” “.mp4” “.MOV” “.mov” MPEG2: “.MPG” “.mpg” “.MPEG” “.mpeg” “.M2TS” “.m2ts”
Xvid: “.AVI” “.avi”
Subtitle text files: “.SRT” “.srt” “.SUB” “.sub” “.TXT” “.txt”
MKV: “.MKV” “.mkv”
Subtitle text files: “.SRT” “.srt” “.SSA” “.ssa” “.ASS” “.ass”
JPEG: “.JPG” “.jpg” MPO: “.MPO” “.mpo” MP3: “.MP3” “.mp3”
• 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
DO DO 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.
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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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
REC TEXT STTL
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
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
Getting started
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
12 5 7643
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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Getting started
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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Getting started
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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Getting started
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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Getting started
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
REC TEXT 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.
Manufacturer and Code No.
Brand Code Brand Code
Panasonic 01/02/03/04 AIWA 35 AKAI 27/30 BEKO 05/71/72/73/74 BENQ 58/59 BRANDT 10/15 BUSH 05 CENTREX 66 CURTIS 05 DAEWOO 64/65 DESMET 05 DUAL 05 ELEMIS 05 FERGUSON 10/34 FINLUX 61 FISHER 21 FUJITSU 53 FUNAI 63/67 GOLDSTAR 05/50/51 GOODMANS 05 GRADIENTE 36 GRUNDIG 09 HITACHI 05/22/23/40/41 IRRADIO 30 ITT
25 JVC 17/30/39/70 KDS 52 KOLIN 45 KONKA 62
LG
05/50/51 MAG 52 METZ 05/28/79 MITSUBISHI 05/19/20/47
MIVAR 24
• If the brand of your TV is not listed or the code number is invalid for the TV, this remote control is not compatible with your TV.
• If your TV brand has more than one code listed, select the one that allows correct operation.
NEC 36 NOBLEX 33 NOKIA 25/26/27/60/61 NORDMENDE 10 OLEVIA 45 ONWA 30/39/70 ORION 05 PEONY 49/69 PHILCO 41/48/64 PHILIPS 05/06/46 PHONOLA 05 PIONEER 37/38 PROVIEW 52 PYE 05 RADIOLA 05 SABA 10 SALORA 26
32/42/43/65/68SAMSUNG SANSUI 05 SANYO 21/54/55/56 SCHNEIDER 05/29/30 SEG
05/69/75/76/77/78 SELECO 05/25 SHARP 18 SIEMENS 09 SINUDYNE 05 SONY 08
31/33/66/67/69TCL TELEFUNKEN 10/11/12/13/14 TEVION 52 THOMSON 10/15/44 TOSHIBA 16/57 WHITE
WESTINGHOUSE
05
YAMAHA 18/41
Getting started
Progress
DVB Auto Setup
CH 21 68
CH
Free TV: 2 Pay TV: 0 Data: 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
PIN 0000
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 Start 6:00 23:00
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.
Getting started
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)
To restart Easy Network Setting
1 Press [SETUP]. (> 18) 2 Select “Easy Network Setting” in “Network”,
then press [OK].
To redo settings individually
If “Easy Network Setting” did not work properly or when you change the settings individually, perform the following steps: 1 Press [SETUP]. (> 18) 2 Select “Network Settings” in “Network”, then
press [OK].
3 Refer to “Network Settings”. (> 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 names Encrypted 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
8:00 8:30 9:00 9:30 10:00 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
MPEG STTL TEXT
Channel information appears.
1 Set timer (> 33) 2 Current Category 3 Programme with Guidance information for
parental control (> 73, Child Lock)
4 Audio Description 5 Subtitle 6 Digital teletext 7 Multiple audio
To show detailed information
Press [STATUS ] again.
To hide the information screen
Press [EXIT ].
To change Category
Press the blue button.
• To register your favourite channels
1 Press [OPTION]. 2 Select “Digital TV Menu”, then press [OK]. 3 Select “Favourites Edit”, then press [OK]. 4 Refer to “Favourites Edit”. (> 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
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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
8:05 9:35
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
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 programme displayed on the TV
Recording programme not displayed on the TV
Stop Recording
Yes
No
Recording of this programme is in progress. Stop this recording ?
OK
RETURN
1
Page
Select
OPTION
Start Time Prog.Type:
Rec Time
Play RETURN
PHOTO / MUSIC
Channel Date Title Name
Delete
Drama
9:00 0h10m
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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Information
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Category+24 hoursTimer Rec.
TUE 01/01
8:00 - 9:45
TUE 01/01/2013 8:05
Category: All DVB Channels
8:00 8:30 9:00 9:30 10:00 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 Selection SUN 01/01/2012 19:40
The same programme in High Definition picture quality exists. Please choose programme.
Channel Schedule Contents
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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