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Panasonic DMR-BWT740 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

DMR-BWT740
Model No.
93) or
SQT0139

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Blu-ray Disc technology and broadcast services continue to add new features. As they evolve, firmware updates may be required to support the latest features. Panasonic strives to continually update firmware as new technology is released. It’s very important you install the latest updates to maintain proper operation of your unit.

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions • Do not place sources of naked flames, such as WARNING lighted candles, on this unit. • This unit may receive radio interference caused Unit by mobile telephones during use. If such • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or interference occurs, please increase separation product damage, between this unit and the mobile telephone.

  • Page 3: Caution For Ac Mains Lead

    BS1362. Indemnity concerning recorded content Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI mark Ì Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for on the body of the fuse. damages directly or indirectly due to any type of If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Safety precautions ..... .2 Editing video Caution for AC Mains Lead....3 Deleting/Editing recorded titles .

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Convenient functions About descriptions in these operating instructions VIERA Link functions....73 • Pages to be referred to are indicated as “ Playback menu .

  • Page 6: Hdd And Media Information

    Getting started HDD and media information Getting started For more details, refer also to the specifications. ( 104) Recordable/playable contents (–: Impossible) Media type Standard symbol Recordable contents Playable contents • Video • AVCHD/AVCHD 3D Built-in hard disk drive • JPEG [HDD] (HDD) §1...
  • Page 7 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 §3 able to play back, add, or edit depending on the device.

  • Page 8: Recording Mode

    Getting started HDD and media information About extension of files MP4: “.MP4” “.mp4” “.MOV” “.mov” MPEG2: “.MPG” “.mpg” “.MPEG” “.mpeg” “.M2TS” “.m2ts” “.MTS” “.mts” “.TS” “.ts” Xvid: “.AVI” “.avi” Subtitle text files: “.SRT” “.srt” “.SUB” “.sub” “.TXT” “.txt” MKV: “.MKV” “.mkv”...

  • Page 9: Notes

    Getting started • Disc recorded on another device Notes • It may be necessary to finalize the disc, create Top Menu or close the session on the Notes for an External HDD (USB HDD) equipment used for recording to play on this You can use an external HDD in the following two unit.
  • Page 10 Getting started HDD and media information Notes for the SD cards Media handling • Do not touch the recorded surface of the discs • Compatible SD card or the terminal surface of the SD cards. - SD Memory Card (from 8 MB to 2 GB, FAT12 and FAT16 DO NOT formats) - SDHC Memory Card...

  • Page 11: Unit Care

    • This lens cleaner may not be available for Setup precautions sale in all countries, e.g. not available in Germany, please consult your Panasonic • Place the unit on a surface that is flat and dealer for advice. not subject to vibration or impact.

  • Page 12: Control Reference Guide

    Getting started Control reference guide Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. Remote control 9 Show DIRECT NAVIGATOR, Top Menu,  Pop-up Menu ( : Show OPTION menu ( 44, 58, 63) ; Colour buttons (Use in accordance with ...
  • Page 13 Getting started Display Main unit      Pull to flip down the 6 Remote control signal sensor front panel. • Angle: Approx. 20° up and down, 30° left and right • Distance: Within approx. 7 m in front of the 1 Standby/on switch (Í/I) unit Press to switch the unit from on to standby...

  • Page 14: Connection

    Refer to “Registering the external HDD (USB HDD)”. ( 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 or 24p(4K) signal, please use HDMI Cables 5.0 meters or less. SQT0139...

  • Page 15: Amplifier/Receiver Connections

    Getting started When the unit is not to be used for a long Amplifier/receiver connections time To save power, unplug it from the household HDMI terminal mains socket. This unit consumes a small amount of power, even when the unit is in 3D programmes can be played back when standby mode.
  • Page 16 Getting started Connection ∫ Amplifier/receiver not compatible with 3D DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal ∫ Using Optical digital audio cable 3D programmes can be played back when this unit is connected to a 3D compatible Amplifier/receiver OPTICAL IN • This connection only supports up to 5.1ch. Optical digital audio cable Amplifier/receiver...

  • Page 17: Network Connection

    Panasonic will in no way be responsible for any (This site is in English only.) incidental damage which may arise due to a • The unit is not compatible with public wireless LAN failure to obey these limits, or to any condition of services.

  • Page 18: Settings

    While pressing [TV Í], enter the code with the number buttons.   TV operation buttons Manufacturer and Code No. DRIVE INPUT SELECT right) PAGE Brand Code Brand Code Panasonic 01/02/03/04 NOBLEX AIWA NOKIA 25/26/27/60/61 AKAI 27/30 INTERNET NORDMENDE BEKO 05/71/72/73/74 RADIO/ OLEVIA BENQ...

  • Page 19: Easy Setting

    Getting started Easy Setting Enter the PIN. This PIN will be used only for the Owner Turn on the TV, then select the appropriate ID-Data Entry screen. AV input to suit the connections to this unit. You now have the opportunity to enter your Press [Í] on the remote control or [Í/I] on details and help the police to crack crime.
  • Page 20 Getting started Settings Enter the new PIN for parental control. To stop partway PIN Entry Press [BACK/RETURN Enter a new 4-digit PIN, then press OK. This PIN will be used for controlling viewing and playback. To restart setup PIN will be set to “0000” by pressing “RETURN” when there is no number input.

  • Page 21: Easy Network Setting

    Getting started Easy Network Setting Connection method to wireless access point Search for wireless network: Select “Wired” or “Wireless”, then press [OK]. 1 Select “Search for wireless network”, then press [OK]. Easy Network Setting 2 The available wireless networks will be Settings and tests for connection required for home network and the Internet will be displayed.
  • Page 22 Getting started Settings When you experience problems • Refer to the operating instructions of the hub or router. Refer to “When you experience problems with • If you set “Home Network function” or “Remote Recording Easy Network Setting”. ( 103) function”...

  • Page 23: Function Menu Screen

    Getting started FUNCTION MENU screen You can easily access the desired functions, such FUNCTION MENU list as playback, timer recording, the unit’s settings • Media etc. via the FUNCTION MENU. - Disc Press [FUNCTION MENU]. - SD Card - USB device FUNCTION MENU Media TV Guide...

  • Page 24: Watching Broadcasts

    Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts Using Channel List Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. ( You can select from the list of channel names. Press [OK]. Press [INPUT SELECT] and select “TV”, then press [OK]. All DVB Channels Press [CH W X] to select the channel.

  • Page 25: Using Tv Guide System

    Watching broadcasts Using TV Guide system Using channel information While watching a programme Press [GUIDE]. Press [STATUS TV Guide screen appears. 71:20 DR TUE 01/01/2014 8:05 Category: All DVB Channels 8:00 - 9:45 TUE 01/01 8:00 8:30 9:00 9:30 10:00 10:30 10:30 9:00 - 11:00...

  • Page 26: Operations While Watching Broadcast

    Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts Operations while watching broadcast To show Digital teletext (MHEG) When “TEXT” appears in channel information To show subtitle When “STTL” appears in channel information 1 Press [TEXT 2 Use [3, 4, 2, 1], number buttons or colour Press [STTL buttons, etc.

  • Page 27: Rewind Live Tv/Pause Live Tv

    Watching broadcasts While pausing a programme via external input: REWIND LIVE TV/PAUSE LIVE TV Press [STATUS ] twice. This unit temporarily saves a live TV programme you are watching with this unit’s tuner on HDD. 8:50:55 01/01/2014  REWIND LIVE TV Play 8:50.50 You can rewind live TV programme to the point...

  • Page 28: Recording

    Recording Recording TV programmes Recording To set the recording time 1 Select “Recording Time” or “Continuous recording” in step 4 ( left). • This operation will only record to built-in HDD. Recording Time: • This unit can record two programmes being You can set the length of recording time from broadcasted at the same time.

  • Page 29: Operation During Recording

    Recording Operation during Recording To pause recording After displaying the recording programme, press To check the recording programme [PAUSE ;]. • Press again to restart recording. Press [STATUS (A title is not split into separate titles.) e.g., While recording two programmes simultaneously •...

  • Page 30: Timer Recording

    Recording Timer recording To edit the timer recording on the TV Guide screen 1 Select the programme to edit, then press the • This operation will only record to built-in HDD. red button. • This unit can record two programmes being 2 Select “Timer Rec Edit”, then press [OK].

  • Page 31: Various Functions With Freeview

    Recording If “Overlapped Timer Recording” screen Various functions with Freeview appears Guide Link Overlapped Timer Recording The recording’s start and stop times can be Timer programme overlaps with others. controlled by the broadcaster, e.g. delayed start. Some part or all of programmes may not be recorded completely. •...

  • Page 32: Manually Programming Timer Recording

    Recording Timer recording Manually programming timer Recording recommended programme recording (Recommendation Booking) You can record a programme that the broadcaster Press [PROG/CHECK]. recommends. Timer Recording 30:30 DR TUE 01/01/2014 8:05 1 On the TV Guide screen: Space Channel Name Schedule Mode Select the programme, then press [OK].

  • Page 33: Timer Recording Options

    Recording Timer recording options Timer recording from channel information Select the items (Channel, Day/Date, etc.) and change the settings. You can make timer recording of the current or next programme. e.g., While watching a programme Timer Recording 30:24 DR TUE 01/01/2014 8:05 Press [STATUS Channel Day/Date...

  • Page 34: Remote Recording From Outside

    - “Subtitles” of “Preferred Subtitles” ( For details, please check the following website. - Audio for HG / HX / HE / HL / HM Recording http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ (This site is in English only.) • Even if you switch the unit to standby mode...

  • Page 35: To Confirm And Edit A Timer Programme

    Recording To confirm and edit a timer Screen icons programme Red: Timer recording standby is activated. Press [PROG/CHECK]. Grey: Timer recording standby is deactivated. e.g., Currently recording programme Timer Recording 30:30 DR TUE 01/01/2014 8:05 Channel Name Space Schedule Mode A part or all of the programme will not be TUE 08/01 11:00 - 11:45...

  • Page 36: Playing Back Video

    Playing back video Playing titles on the HDD Playing back video DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen § “For recorded titles ( 9)” only Screen icons § Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Currently recording programme Select “Video” in “Contents on HDD”, Protected title then press [OK]. Title was not recorded due to e.g., recording protection...
  • Page 37 Playing back video Titles cannot be copied to the disc in Showing Information high definition quality mode (DR, HG, Select the title, then press [STATUS HX, HE, HL, HM) any more. Titles can be copied to the disc in high definition quality mode (DR, HG, HX, HE, HL, HM) once.
  • Page 38 Playing back video Playing titles on the HDD Editing the grouped titles Playback from Chapter View 1 Select the title or the group, then press the Regarding chapters yellow button. You can divide a title into multiple chapters. Each • A check mark is displayed. Repeat this step. section between the division points (Chapter •...

  • Page 39: Playing Titles On The Media

    Playing back video Playing titles on the media Menu screen § Selecting screen for each operation is displayed when the media is inserted, and you can access the operation screen easily. “For data files ( 9)” only § e.g., [USB] Insert the media.

  • Page 40: Notes For Bd-Live Discs

    Playing back video Playing titles on the media DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen Notes for BD-Live discs e.g., [BD-V] BD-Live allows you to enjoy more functions such Video Menu All Titles DIRECT NAVIGATOR BD-RE Time Remaining 10h30m (DR) as subtitles, exclusive images and online games Channel Date Title Name...

  • Page 41: Operation During Play

    Playing back video Operation during play Search Press [SLOW/SEARCH 6] or [SLOW/SEARCH 5]. • Press [PLAY/a1.3 1] to restart play. • Depending on the media and the type of file, some operations may not be possible. • The speed increases up to 5 steps. •...
  • Page 42 Playing back video Operation during play Manual Skip Changing audio Skip forward 1 minute: Select the desired audio with “Multi Audio” in the Basic Operation menu ( 74). Press [MANUAL SKIP +60s]. Skip backward 10 seconds: Press [MANUAL SKIP -10s]. Switching subtitles [HDD] [USB_HDD] (For recorded titles, •...

  • Page 43: 3D Video Playback

    Playing back video 3D Picture Mode 3D video playback - Normal: Preparation Normal 3D effects. Connect 3D compatible TV to this unit. ( - Soft: • Perform the necessary preparations for the TV. Soft 3D effects. • This function cannot be enabled when “Signal Play back following the instructions displayed Format”...

  • Page 44: Editing Video

    Editing video Deleting/Editing recorded titles Editing video Once deleted, divided or partially deleted, Available disc space after deleting recorded content cannot be restored to its original state. Make certain before proceeding. • [HDD] [USB_HDD] [BD-RE] [RAM] The space deleted becomes available for §...
  • Page 45 Editing video Deleting Partial deleting 1 Select “Delete Title”, then press [OK]. [HDD] [USB_HDD] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] 2 Select “Delete”, then press [OK]. 1 Select “Partial Delete” in “Edit”, then press [OK]. 2 Press [OK] at the start point and end point to delete.
  • Page 46 Editing video Deleting/Editing recorded titles Audio Description: File Conversion • Automatic [HDD] [USB_HDD] Audio Description will be recorded if they are File Conversion is a function to convert the included in the title, and will not be recorded recording mode of the title in DR mode and if they are not included.
  • Page 47 Editing video Editing chapters To cancel a “Now” conversion Press and hold [BACK/RETURN ] for more [HDD] [USB_HDD] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] than 3 seconds. 1 Select “Chapter View”, then press [OK]. To confirm whether the conversion is 2 Perform the editing operations. completed Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

  • Page 48: Copying Video

    Copying video Copying titles Copying video §1, 2, 3 Set other settings, then press [OK]. e.g., Automatic Standby after Copy §1, 3 Standby status can be changed if required. Please press OK to start copying. “For recorded titles ( 9)” only §1 RETURN The title in the source media will be deleted.
  • Page 49 Copying video To change the selection Setting the copying options 1 Select “No”, then press [OK] in step 7 ( 48). 1 Select the item in step 8 ( 48). e.g., [HDD] > [BD-RE] 2 Press [2, 1] to change the settings. The order of copying •...

  • Page 50: Copying From Media Other Than Hdd With Direct Navigator

    Copying video Copying titles Copying from media other than HDD Copying titles with copying list with DIRECT NAVIGATOR ,. [USB_HDD] [HDD] §1, 2, 3 [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [+RW] > [HDD] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [DVD-R] > [HDD] Insert a disc. [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW] The menu screen appears.
  • Page 51 Copying video Register titles for copy. Make other settings. 1 Select “Create List”, then press 1 Select “Other Settings”, then press [1] (right). [1] (right). 2 Select “New item”, then press [OK]. e.g., 3 Select the title, then press the yellow Copy button.
  • Page 52 Copying video Copying titles Editing the copying list Screen icons 1 Select the title after step 4-4 ( 51). Titles that cannot be copied in high speed mode Copy Cancel All Destination Capacity: 2:00 ( 50% ) Size: 1:00 Titles that cannot be copied Copy Direction Disc Size...

  • Page 53: Notes For Copying

    Copying video Notes for copying Notes for normal speed copy • [DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW] You cannot copy to Notes for high speed copy the disc in the following cases. High Speed Copying is the process of copying a - When there is not enough free space on the title to disc in high speed while maintaining the HDD.

  • Page 54: Copying A Finalised Disc

    Copying video Copying titles Set “Copy Time”. About maintaining the chapter mark 1 Select “Copy Time”, then press • The position of the chapter might shift slightly. [1] (right). • Maximum number of chapters on the disc is 2 Select “Time Setting”, then press [OK]. limited.

  • Page 55: Copying Title Playing

    - Without the AVCHD information (video recorded with • Speed and recording mode when copying certain non-Panasonic equipment, video copied to the HDD after copying it to BD-R or BD-RE once, etc.) The high speed copy is performed if available.

  • Page 56: Photo And Music

    Photo and Music Playing photos Photo and Music To exit the Calendar screen §1 §2 §3 Press [PAUSE ;]. • When there are many files and/or folders, some files may not be displayed or not be playable. ( 106) “For data files ( 9)”...

  • Page 57: Photo Play Option

    Photo and Music Photo play option Slideshow settings While displaying a photo: On the Photo Menu screen: Press [OPTION]. Press the green button. Select the item, then press [OK]. Slideshow Aspect Start Slideshow You can switch the screen mode. ( Interval Normal Transition Effect...

  • Page 58: Editing Photos

    Photo and Music Editing photos §1 §2 Select the item, then press [OK]. Enter Folder Name [BD-RE] only §1 Refer to “Entering text”. ( [RAM] only §2 Combine Folders On the Photo Menu screen: [HDD] e.g., [HDD] Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. Photo Menu Delete Folder 03/01/2013...

  • Page 59: Copying Photos

    Photo and Music Copying photos §1 §2 §3 Copying automatically [USB_HDD] [BD-RE] [RAM] > [HDD] [DVD-R] [CD] [SD] [USB] “For data files ( 9)” only (JPEG, MPO) §1 Newly added photos will automatically be copied [BD-RE] only §2 to the HDD. [RAM] [DVD-R] only §3 Insert the media.

  • Page 60: Playing Music

    Photo and Music Playing music Copying music (MP3) to HDD §1 §2 [USB_HDD] [DVD-R] [CD] [USB] > [HDD] “For data files ( 9)” only (MP3) §1 After performing steps 1–2 ( left) [DVD-R] only §2 Press the blue button. Music CD: Select “Copy”, then press [OK].

  • Page 61: Playing Music Recorded On Hdd

    Photo and Music Playing music recorded on HDD Playlists [HDD] 1 Select the playlist, then press [OK]. Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 2 Select the track, then press [OK]. Select “Music” in “Contents on HDD”, then Frequently Played press [OK]. Tracks most often played recently (up to Music Menu Total Tracks 53 30 tracks).

  • Page 62: Operations During Music Play

    Photo and Music Playing music Operations during music play Displaying photos (Screen Saver) Photos can be displayed during music playback. [HDD] [USB_HDD] [DVD-R] [CD] [USB] While playing the music Stop Press the red button. Press [STOP ∫]. • To select the photos to display The original photo stored in the HDD by default Pause or a folder registered with “Photos for Music”...

  • Page 63: Editing Music/Playlist

    Photo and Music Editing music/playlist Delete All Tracks 1 If the confirmation screen appears: On the Music Menu screen: Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. Press [OPTION]. 2 Select “Delete”, then press [OK]. e.g., Music Menu Delete Album Total Tracks 53 Artists Select “Delete”, then press [OK].

  • Page 64: Network

    For details regarding the connection and equipment. operation of equipment connected via a network, http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ refer to their respective operating instructions. (This site is in English only.) DLNA function compatible software should be §...

  • Page 65: Using This Unit As Client

    Panasonic DLNA compatible equipment. • If you want to display the playback menu while playingback Only when the server is another Panasonic §1 a video on the Panasonic DLNA compatible equipment, Blu-ray Disc Recorder, etc. press [AUDIO]. 2D playback only.

  • Page 66: Using This Unit As Media Renderer

    Network Smart Home Networking (DLNA) Using this unit as Media Renderer • Depending on the contents and the connected equipment, playback may not be possible. This unit will work as Media Renderer, which • Items displayed in grey on the display cannot be played allows you to play back the contents on DLNA back by this unit.

  • Page 67: Using Smart Home Networking (Dlna) With Wi-Fi Direct

    Network Using Smart Home Networking When no devices are found (DLNA) with Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct Connection Wi-Fi Direct is a standard that enables wireless Device not found. To connect with a Wi-Fi Direct compatible device, LAN devices to communicate each other directly please check connection mode of pairing device and select “Search again”.

  • Page 68: Enjoying Network Service

    Network Service home screen discontinued either temporarily or permanently without • Images are for illustration purpose, contents notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty for the content or the continuity of the services. may change without notice. • All features of websites or content of the service may not be Preparation available.

  • Page 69: With Other Equipment

    With Other Equipment Recording from external equipment With Other Equipment To stop recording Press [STOP ∫]. Recording mode: XP, SP, LP, EP Manually programming timer recording from Preparation external equipment Connect the Set Top Box or video equipment Refer to “Manually programming timer recording” 32).

  • Page 70: Copying The Hd Video (Avchd)

    Disc”, then press [OK]. • The original file must be in the AVCHD standard. • If you connect a Panasonic product with a USB connection cable, setup screen may be displayed on the connected equipment. For details, refer to the instructions for the connected equipment.

  • Page 71: Registering The External Hdd (Usb Hdd)

    • For details about connection method, refer to For the latest information on confirmed the instructions supplied with the USB HDD. USB HDDs, please check the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ Disconnecting the USB HDD Please use the following procedure to disconnect. • Certain non-confirmed USB HDDs cannot be Disconnecting without following this procedure used with this unit.

  • Page 72: Registering The Usb Hdd

    With Other Equipment Registering the external HDD (USB HDD) Registering the USB HDD To cancel all USB HDD registrations Refer to “Cancellation of all USB HDD • If the registering screen appears when Registrations”. ( connecting the USB HDD, go to step 5. Press [FUNCTION MENU].

  • Page 73: Convenient Functions

    Playing music continuously even after • This unit supports “HDAVI Control 5” function. turning off power to the TV “HDAVI Control 5” is the standard for Panasonic’s HDAVI The following operations make it possible to keep Control compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with Panasonic’s conventional HDAVI equipment.

  • Page 74: Playback Menu

    Convenient functions Playback menu A variety of operations and settings such as Basic Operation changing the subtitles and audio languages can Soundtrack § be performed during playback of video or music. Show or change the soundtrack. Also, picture and sound quality can be set to your Multi Audio personal taste.
  • Page 75 Convenient functions Sound Settings Picture Settings Sound Effects Picture Type • This function is effective when “Digital Audio Select the picture quality mode. Output” is set to “PCM”. ( Sharpness Adjustment Re-master 1/Re-master 2 Adjusts the sharpness of images. The greater Sound becomes more natural by adding the value is, the sharper images will be.

  • Page 76: Basic Settings

    Convenient functions Basic Settings You can change the unit’s settings of Tuning, Menu list Sound, Display, Connection, Network etc. in the The locations of the setting items are as follows. menu. For details on each setting item, please refer to Common procedures the following pages.
  • Page 77 Convenient functions Picture Network Still Mode ( Easy Network Setting ( Network Settings ( Sound LAN Connection Mode ( Dynamic Range Compression ( Wireless Settings ( Downmix ( Connection Setting ( Bilingual Audio Selection ( Double Speed Mode Setting ( 2.4GHz ) ( Digital Audio Output ( IP Address / DNS Settings ( PCM Down Conversion (...

  • Page 78: Tuning

    Convenient functions Basic Settings Tuning • To delete channels: Select the channel in the “Favourites” column, Favourites Edit then press [OK]. You can create four favourites of channels for • Yellow: Delete all channels. making viewing and recording easier. • To change the name of the Favourites list: After editing as follows, save the Favourites.
  • Page 79 Convenient functions Auto Setup Child Lock You can restart the Auto Setup. ( • PIN is required to change. ( PIN is required when you have locked channels. Child Lock List right, Child Lock List) You can restrict the viewing of channels. Select “Yes”, then press [OK].

  • Page 80: Hdd / Disc / Usb Hdd

    Convenient functions Basic Settings BD-Live HDD / Disc / USB HDD You can restrict Internet access when BD-Live functions are used. Settings for Playback • If “On ( Limit )” is selected, Internet access is 3D BD-Video Playback permitted only for BD-Live contents which Select the playback method of 3D compatible have content owner certificates.
  • Page 81 Convenient functions Settings for Recording HDD Management Press and hold [OK] for 3 seconds to show the REWIND LIVE TV following settings. Turn on/off the REWIND LIVE TV function. Delete all titles • When “Automatic Standby” is set to “Off” Delete all titles (video) on the built-in HDD.

  • Page 82: Picture

    Convenient functions Basic Settings Digital Audio Output Picture PCM Down Conversion Still Mode Select how to output audio with a sampling Select the type of picture shown when you pause frequency of 96 kHz. play. • On: • Field: Signals are converted to 48 kHz. Select if jittering occurs when “Automatic”...

  • Page 83: Display

    Convenient functions TV Aspect Display Set to match the type of TV connected. • 16:9: On-Screen Information When connected to a 16:9 widescreen TV. Select the time until the channel information • 4:3: screen ( 25) disappears automatically. Side picture is trimmed for 16:9 Unit’s Display picture.

  • Page 84: Network

    Convenient functions Basic Settings Contents Type Flag 24p Output If “Automatic” is selected, the optimal method When playing BD-Video recorded in of playback depending on the TV (e.g. 24 frames, this unit displays each frame at cinema) will automatically be selected (only 1/24 second intervals–the same interval when the TV supports Contents Type Flag).
  • Page 85 For details please check the following • To set the IP address and DNS website. 1 Set “IP Address Auto-assignment” and http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ “DNS-IP Auto-assignment” to “Off”. 2 Select the item, then press [OK] to show (This site is in English only.) the respective setting.

  • Page 86: Others

    Convenient functions Basic Settings Setting device name Others It is also possible to change the name of this unit on the network. Standby Settings • Select from a preset list Quick Start Select the preset name, then press [OK]. • On: •...
  • Page 87 Change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote control if you place other This unit is turned to standby mode when it Panasonic products close together. is not operated for approximately 5 minutes after completing copy ( 50, Copying from •...
  • Page 88 Convenient functions Basic Settings System Update Owner ID In order to prevent another person from using this Software Update in Standby unit if it is stolen, you can set a PIN and input When you set this unit to standby mode, your personal information (NAME, HOUSE NO, software (firmware) updates ( 93) are...

  • Page 89: Other Operations

    Convenient functions Other operations Media management Disc Protection [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW] Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. [SD] e.g., Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Disc Name Select “Media”, then press [OK]. Disc Protection Delete all titles Select the media, then press [OK].
  • Page 90 Convenient functions Other operations Create Top Menu Top Menu [+RW] [DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW] You can create Top Menu for displaying on other You can select the background for DVD-Video equipment. Top Menu. Make selections from “Top Menu” and “Auto-Play Select the background, then press [OK].

  • Page 91: Entering Text

    • [DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] If you finalise discs recorded on Panasonic equipment other than this unit, the background 2 Press [7] twice P Q R selected as “Top Menu” may not be displayed. to highlight “R”.

  • Page 92: Switching The Aspect Ratio Of The Screen

    Convenient functions Other operations Switching the aspect ratio of the HOLD function screen The HOLD function deactivates all buttons on the unit and remote control. When the image does not match the screen size of the TV, you can enlarge the image to fill the Press and hold [OK] and [BACK/RETURN screen.

  • Page 93: Software (Firmware) Update

    • The timer recording always takes preference over the 17, 21) 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/ SQT0139...

  • Page 94: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide Troubleshooting Before requesting service, make the following General operation checks. If the problem still persists, consult your dealer for instructions. The unit does not work. Updating to the latest software (firmware) may • Check the connections. ( solve the problem.

  • Page 95: Displays

    Troubleshooting The remote control does not work. TV screen and video • The remote control and main unit are using Screen size is wrong. different codes. Change the code on the remote control. • Check the “TV Aspect” or “Aspect for 4:3 Video”. Press and hold [OK] and •...
  • Page 96 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide 3D video is not output correctly. The images do not appear on the TV. • 3D video may be output correctly by changing The picture is distorted during play, or video the following settings: will not play correctly. - “3D Type”...

  • Page 97: Sound

    Troubleshooting Timer recording does not work properly. Sound • Failed timer recordings are displayed in grey No sound. with on the Timer Recording screen. ( Distorted sound. When you programme a timer recording, check • Check the connections. ( the screen icons. If “!” is displayed, this timer •...

  • Page 98: Play

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide Auto Renewal Recording does not work Play properly. Cannot play back. • The programme will not be overwritten in the • The disc is dirty. ( following cases: • The disc is scratched or marked. - the programme is protected •...

  • Page 99: Edit

    Troubleshooting Image for the Quick View is not smooth. Photo • Image may not be played back smoothly in case The contents of the SD card cannot be read. of high definition titles. • Remove the card from the slot and then insert Cannot play the disc on other players.

  • Page 100: Usb

    In this case, change TV (VIERA) setting for • If signal quality is bad, the TV Guide system “HDAVI Control” again. may not be able to receive any data. • This unit does not support “ONE TOUCH PLAY” function of the Panasonic AV Control Receiver. SQT0139...

  • Page 101: Network

    Troubleshooting When using Wireless LAN connection, video Network from the DLNA Certified media server is not played back or video frames are dropped You cannot access this unit from DLNA during playback. compatible equipment on the network. • Use 802.11n (2.4 GHz) Wireless router. •...

  • Page 102: Messages On The Unit's Display

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide Messages on the unit’s display UNSUPPORT The media is not supported. The following messages or service numbers appear on the unit’s display when something unusual is detected. UPD / (“∑” stands for a number.) The software (firmware) is being updated. (“∑”...

  • Page 103: When You Experience Problems With Easy Network Setting

    Troubleshooting When you experience problems with Easy Network Setting ( Home Network Connection Check ) Easy Network Setting If there is any problem, the following message is Check the Display following displayed on the screen. 1. LAN cable • Connection of connection or “Fail”...

  • Page 104: Reference

    Reference Specifications Reference Specifications are subject to change without ∫ Video/Audio terminals AV input (21 pin): 1 pc. notice. Analogue Video input (PAL/NTSC): ∫ General 1 Vp-p (75 ≠) Dimensions: 430 mm (W) Analogue Audio input (L/R) 59 mm (H) Standard: 0.5 Vrms Full scale: 2.0 Vrms at 1 kHz (>...
  • Page 105 Reference ∫ Recordable discs ∫ Copying speed from HDD to BD-R in High BD-RE (SL/DL): 1-2X SPEED (Ver. 2.1) Speed Copy BD-R (SL/DL): 1-2X SPEED (Ver. 1.1), HDD (HM, 1 hour) > 6X Speed BD-R 1-4X SPEED (Ver. 1.2), Copying speed: 1-6X SPEED (Ver.
  • Page 106 Reference Specifications ∫ SD Card Maximum numbers of titles that can be Compatible media: SD Memory Card § recorded Format: SD Card: only FAT12, FAT16 999 titles SDHC Card: only FAT32 SDXC Card: only exFAT (When continuously recording for Data that can be played: JPEG, MPO, long durations, titles are AVCHD format, MPEG2, MP4...
  • Page 107 Reference ∫ MP3 ∫ MKV Playable media: HDD, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, Playable media: BD-R (SL/DL), DVD-R, CD-R, CD-RW, USB device DVD-R DL, CD-R, CD-RW, USB device Compression rate: 32 kbps to 320 kbps MPEG-4 AVC (H.264) profile is up to High Sampling rate: 16 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 24 kHz, Profile, Level 4.
  • Page 108 Reference Specifications ∫ XP, SP, LP, EP modes Recording modes and approximate recording times Recording BD-RE, BD-R Mode (1 TB) Depending on the content being recorded, the Single Dual Layer recording time may become shorter than Layer (50 GB) indicated. (25 GB) ∫...

  • Page 109: Language Code List

    Reference Language code list Abkhazian: 6566 Lingala: 7678 Lithuanian: 7684 Afar: 6565 Afrikaans: 6570 Macedonian: 7775 Albanian: 8381 Malagasy: 7771 Amharic: 6577 Malay: 7783 Malayalam: 7776 Arabic: 6582 Armenian: 7289 Maltese: 7784 Assamese: 6583 Maori: 7773 Aymara: 6589 Marathi: 7782 Moldavian: 7779 Azerbaijani:...

  • Page 110: Licenses

    Reference Licenses “AVCHD”, “AVCHD 3D”, “AVCHD Progressive” and “AVCHD 3D/Progressive” are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. Copyright 2004-2014 Verance Corporation. Cinavia 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.
  • Page 111 Basic Settings menu. At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code covered under GPL V2.0, LGPL V2.1 or the other licenses with the...

  • Page 112: Index

    Reference Index Aspect ......83, 92 Favourites ......78 Audio .
  • Page 113 Reference Quick Start ......86 USB HDD Cancellation of all USB HDD Registrations ..81 Disconnection .
  • Page 114 The recording and playback of content on this or any other device may require permission from the owner of the copyright or other such rights in that content. Panasonic has no authority to and does not grant you that permission and explicitly disclaims any right, ability or intention to obtain such permission on your behalf.
  • Page 115 Reference CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Declaration of Conformity (DoC) Hereby, “Panasonic Corporation” declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of (Back of product) Directive 1999/5/EC. Customers can download a copy of the original DoC to our R&TTE products from our DoC...
  • Page 116 • Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.pas-europe.com. • Most major credit and debit cards accepted. • All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK. • It couldn’t be simpler! • Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products. Take a browse on our website for further details.

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