Panasonic DMR-BWT820 User manual

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Operating Instructions
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
• This Blu-ray Disc Recorder is for viewing and recording free to view channels only. It does not
receive pay TV or encrypted channels.
Blu-ray Disc™ Recorder
Model No. DMR-BWT820
DMR-BWT720
Region management information
BD-Video: This unit can play BD-Video discs
supporting the region code “B”.
DVD-Video: This unit can play DVD-Video discs
supporting the region number “4”
or “ALL”.
e.g., e.g.,
until
2012/03/13
GL
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Unit
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or
product damage,
- Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture,
dripping or splashing.
- Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, on this unit.
- Use only the recommended accessories.
- Do not remove covers.
- Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer
servicing to qualified service personnel.
- Do not let metal objects fall inside this unit.
- Do not place heavy items on this unit.
AC mains lead
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or
product damage,
- Ensure that the power supply voltage
corresponds to the voltage printed on this unit.
- Insert the mains plug fully into the socket
outlet.
- Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the
lead.
- Do not handle the plug with wet hands.
- Hold onto the mains plug body when
disconnecting the plug.
- Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket
outlet.
• Install this unit so that the AC mains lead can be
unplugged from the socket outlet immediately if
any problem occurs.
SD card
• Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children
to prevent swallowing.
Unit
• This unit utilizes a laser. Use of controls or
adjustments or performance of procedures other
than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
• Do not place sources of naked flames, such as
lighted candles, on this unit.
• This unit may receive radio interference caused
by mobile telephones during use. If such
interference occurs, please increase separation
between this unit and the mobile telephone.
• This unit is intended for use in moderate
climates.
Placement
• Place this unit on an even surface.
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or
product damage,
- Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase,
built-in cabinet or in another confined space.
Ensure this unit is well ventilated.
- Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings
with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, and
similar items.
- Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight, high
temperatures, high humidity, and excessive
vibration.
Safety precautions
WARNING CAUTION
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Batteries
• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the type
recommended by the manufacturer.
• Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte
leakage and may cause a fire.
- Do not mix old and new batteries or different
types at the same time.
- Do not heat or expose to flame.
- Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed
to direct sunlight for a long period of time with
doors and windows closed.
- Do not take apart or short circuit.
- Do not recharge alkaline or manganese
batteries.
- Do not use batteries if the covering has been
peeled off.
- Remove batteries if you do not intend to use
the remote control for a long period of time.
Store in a cool, dark place.
• When disposing the batteries, please contact
your local authorities or dealer and ask for the
correct method of disposal.
Please check and identify the supplied
accessories.
(Product numbers correct as of February 2012.
These may be subject to change.)
• Do not use AC mains lead with other equipment.
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
(Inside of product)
Supplied accessories
Remote control (N2QAYB000755):1pc.
Batteries for remote control: 2pcs.
AC mains lead: 1pc.
RF coaxial cable: 1pc.
Audio/Video cable: 1pc.
Indemnity concerning recorded content
Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for
damages directly or indirectly due to any type of
problems that result in loss of recording or edited
content (data), and does not guarantee any
content if recording or editing does not work
properly. Likewise, the above also applies in a
case where any type of repair is made to the unit
(including any other non-HDD related
component).
Restriction on use of unauthorized copied
content
This unit adopts the following technology for
copyright protection.
Cinavia Notice
This product uses Cinavia technology to limit
the use of unauthorized copies of some
commercially-produced film and videos and
their soundtracks. When a prohibited use of
an unauthorized copy is detected, a message
will be displayed and playback or copying will
be interrupted. More information about
Cinavia technology is provided at the Cinavia
Online Consumer Information Center at
http://www.cinavia.com. To request additional
information about Cinavia by mail, send a
postcard with your mailing address to:
Cinavia Consumer Information Center, P.O.
Box 86851, San Diego, CA, 92138, USA.
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Table of contents
Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Supplied accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Getting started
HDD and media information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
- Recordable/playable contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
- Recording mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
- Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Unit care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
- Basic connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
- Other TV connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
- Amplifier/receiver connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
- Network connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
- TV operation buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
- Easy Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
- Easy Network Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
FUNCTION MENU screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Watching broadcasts
Watching broadcasts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
- Using Channel List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
- Using TV Guide system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
- Using channel information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
- Operations while watching broadcast . . . . . . . . . . .26
- REWIND LIVE TV/PAUSE LIVE TV . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Recording
Recording TV programmes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
- Operation during Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Timer recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
- Manually programming timer recording . . . . . . . . . .31
- Timer recording options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
- Timer recording from channel information . . . . . . . .32
- Notes on timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
- To confirm and edit a timer programme . . . . . . . . . .33
Playing back video
Playing titles on the HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
- DIRECT NAVIGATOR (VIDEO) screen . . . . . . . . . .34
Playing titles on the media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
- Notes for BD-Live discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Operation during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
- General operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
- 3D video playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Editing video
Deleting recorded titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Editing recorded titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Copying video
Copying titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
- Copying from media other than HDD with
DIRECT NAVIGATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
- Copying titles with copying list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
- Notes for copying. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
- Copying a finalised disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
- Copying Title Playing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
- Copying HD Video (AVCHD format) to the DVD-R in
High Definition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Photo
Playing photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
- DIRECT NAVIGATOR (PHOTO) screen . . . . . . . . .56
- Photo play option. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
- Slideshow Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Editing photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Copying photos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
- Selecting and copying the photos . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
- Copying automatically. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Music
Playing music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
- Copying music to HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
- Playing music recorded on HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
- Operations during music play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Editing music/playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
With Other Equipment
Recording from external equipment . . . . . . . .64
- Manual Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
- Flexible Recording via AV input. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Copying the HD Video or the SD Video . . . . .65
- Copying HD Video (AVCHD format) . . . . . . . . . . . .65
- Copying SD Video (MPEG2 format) . . . . . . . . . . . .66
DLNA functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
- Using this unit as Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
- Using this unit as Client. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
- Using this unit as Media Renderer . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Convenient functions
Media management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Registering the external HDD (USB HDD) . . . . . .72
- Connecting the USB HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
- Disconnecting the USB HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
- Registering the USB HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
VIERA Link functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
VIERA Connect (Enjoying Internet Service) . . . . .75
- To enjoy video communication (e.g., SkypeTM). . . . .75
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Getting started
Watching broadcasts
Recording
Playing back video
Editing video
Copying video
Photo
Music
With Other Equipment
Convenient functions
Troubleshooting
Reference
Playback menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Changing the unit’s settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
- Common procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
- Digital TV Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
- HDD / Disc / USB HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
-Picture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
- Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
- Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
- Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
-Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
- Others . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
- Language code list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Software (Firmware) Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Other operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
- Entering text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
- Switching the aspect ratio of the screen . . . . . . . . . 95
- HOLD function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
- General operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
- Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
- TV screen and video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
- Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
- Recording, timer recording and copying . . . . . . . . . 99
-Play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
-Edit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
- Photo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
-Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
-USB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
-TVGuide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
- Broadcast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
- VIERA Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
-Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
- Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
- Messages on the unit’s display . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
- When you experience problems with
Easy Network Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Reference
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Licenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
About descriptions in these operating
instructions
• These operating instructions are applicable to models
DMR-BWT820 and DMR-BWT720. The illustrations in
these Operating Instructions show images of
DMR-BWT820 unless otherwise indicated.
•[BWT820] :indicates features applicable to
DMR-BWT820 only.
•[BWT720] :indicates features applicable to
DMR-BWT720 only.
• Pages to be referred to are indicated as “>±±”.
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HDD and media information
Getting started
(–: Impossible)
Recordable/playable contents
Media type Standard symbol Recordable contents Playable contents
Built-in hard disk drive
(HDD)§1[HDD]
• Video
• AVCHD
• JPEG
•MPO
• Music copied from music CD
•MP3
External HDD §1, 2, 3
(>72) [USB_HDD]
• Video
BD-Video
[BD-V] –
• Video
BD-RE§1
[BD-RE]
• Video
• AVCHD
• JPEG
•MPO
BD-R
[BD-R]
• Video
• AVCHD§4
–• DivX®•MKV
DVD-Video§5
[DVD-V] –
• Video
DVD-RAM§1
[RAM]
• Video
• JPEG
•MPO
–• AVCHD§4
DVD-R
DVD-R DL
[DVD-R]
• Video
• AVCHD§4
–
• DivX®
•JPEG
•MP3
•MKV
•MPO
DVD-RW§1
[DVD-RW]
• Video
–
• AVCHD§4
+R/+R DL [+R] • Video
–• AVCHD§4
+RW§1[+RW] • Video
–• AVCHD§4
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(–: Impossible)
§1Rewritable media
§2Referred to as “USB HDD” in these operating instructions.
§3It cannot be recorded directly. (Only compatible with copying from the built-in HDD)
§4Recorded with AVCHD compatible devices (Panasonic video camera, etc.). It may not be able to
play back, add, or edit depending on the device.
§5Includes finalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, +R and +R DL.
§6It cannot be played back directly from the SD card or USB memory. Playback is possible by copying
to the HDD.
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•[+RW] This unit cannot record to 8X Speed +RW disc.
•[USB] Video images of the copyright-protected DivX contents stored on USB device can be output only through the HDMI
output terminal.
• The producer of the disc can control how discs are played. So you may not always be able to control play as described in
these operating instructions. Read the disc’s instructions carefully.
• With certain recording states and folder structures, the play order may differ or playback may not be possible.
When this unit works as a DLNA client (>68), following contents are playable.
§Only when the server is another DIGA. (>67)
• Depending on the server, the contents other than stated above can be played back.
Media type Standard symbol Recordable contents Playable contents
Audio CD (CD-DA)
[CD]
–
•Music
CD
(including CD-R/RW) –
• DivX®
• JPEG
•MP3
•MKV
•MPO
SD Cards§1
[SD]
•JPEG
•MPO
• AVCHD
•MPEG2
§6
•MPO
•MP4
•JPEG
USB memories [USB] –
• AVCHD§4, 6
•MPEG2
•MKV
•MPO
•MP4
• DivX®
•JPEG
•MP3
Playable contents on a DLNA server
• Recorded video§• AVCHD§• MP4 • MPEG2
• JPEG • MPO • MP3 • FLAC
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HDD and media information
§1The SD quality programme can not be converted to HD quality.
§2You cannot select during play whether it appears or disappears.
Approximate recording times
Refer to “Recording modes and approximate recording times”. (>111)
• FR (Flexible Recording Mode)
The unit automatically selects the best possible recording rate between XP and EP (8 hours).
Recording mode
Recording Mode DR HG/HX/HE/HL/HM XP/SP/LP/EP/FR
Feature Programmes can be
recorded in a nearly
perfect broadcasted state.
Recording can be done
with reduced recording
volume in HD quality.
Recording can be done
with reduced recording
volume in SD quality.
Quality Quality as the broadcast High definition§1Standard definition
Recordable
media
Multiple audio Record all multiple audio Record only one audio
Subtitles Can be recorded Can be recorded (only one subtitle)§2
Surround audio Surround audio as the
broadcast
Surround audio produced
by conversion of
broadcast audio format
Stereo audio
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§The video file and subtitles text file are inside the same folder, and the file names are the same
except for the file extensions.
• Some files may not be played back even if they have these extensions.
• Disc recorded on another device
• 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.
•[DVD-RW] Recorded in DVD Video Recording (DVD-VR) format
- This unit can play back and copy to HDD.
- This unit does not support editing or recording.
- It is possible to record and edit with DVD-Video (DVD-V) format by formatting discs with this unit.
• Recording may not be possible to discs which were used for recording on other equipment.
• Play on other players
•[BD-RE] [BD-R] When these discs cannot be played back on other Blu-ray Disc players, etc. (e.g., title
recorded with HE-AAC audio format), convert the recording mode to play them back. (>46, File
Conversion)
•[DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW] Finalisation is needed. (>71)
•[+RW] If the disc failed to play on other equipment, we recommend you create a Top Menu (>71).
• Regarding 8 cm Disc
This unit cannot record or edit the 8 cm disc. Only playback or copy to the HDD is possible.
• Discs that cannot be played
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• Operation and sound quality of CDs that do not conform to CD-DA specifications (copy control CDs, etc.) cannot be
guaranteed.
Notes
About extension of files
File format Extension
JPEG “.JPG” “.jpg”
MPO “.MPO” “.mpo”
MP3 “.MP3” “.mp3”
DivX “.DIVX” “.divx” “.AVI” “.avi”
Subtitle text files§“.SRT” “.srt” “.SUB” “.sub” “.TXT” “txt”
MKV “.MKV” “.mkv”
Subtitle text files§“.SRT” “.srt” “.SSA” “.ssa” “.ASS” “.ass”
MPEG2 “.MPG” “.mpg” “.MPEG” “.mpeg” “.M2TS” “.m2ts” “.MTS”
“.mts” “.TS” “.ts”
MP4 “.MP4” “.mp4” “.MOV” “.mov”
Notes for the disc
- DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from their cartridges
- 2.6 and 5.2 GB DVD-RAM, 12 cm - DVD-Audio
- HD DVD - WMA discs, DivX Plus HD discs
- Super Video CD, Super Audio CD, Video CD - CD-ROM, Photo CD, PD, etc.
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HDD and media information
• This unit does not guarantee connection with all
USB devices.
• FAT12, FAT16 and FAT32 file systems are
supported.
• This unit supports USB 2.0 High Speed.
• Although this unit can use USB 3.0 devices as
USB 2.0 devices, in certain cases USB 3.0
devices cannot be used due to differing
connector shape, larger current ratings, etc.
(Use of USB 2.0 devices is recommended.)
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• USB memories support DivX and MKV files less than 4 GB.
• When using Communication Camera (TY-CC20W or
TY-CC10W), connect it to the rear terminal of this unit.
(>75)
• Compatible SD card
- SD Memory Card
(from 8 MB to 2 GB, FAT12 and FAT16
formats)
- SDHC Memory Card
(from 4 GB to 32 GB, FAT32 format)
- SDXC Memory Card
(48 GB, 64 GB, exFAT format)
• Using miniSD card or microSD card
Mini-type and micro-type cards can also be
used, but must be used with adaptor cards
(optional).
To format an SD card
Refer to “Format Disc/Format Card”. (>70)
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• Usable memory is slightly less than the card capacity.
• If the SD card is formatted on other equipment, the time
necessary for recording may be longer or the card may not
be able to be used on this unit. In these cases, format the
card on this unit.
• SDHC Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards can be
used in equipment that is compatible with the appropriate
cards. (SDHC Memory Cards can also be used in
equipment compatible with SDXC Memory Cards)
• 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.
• 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.
Notes for the USB devices
Notes for the SD cards
Media handling
DO
DO NOT
DO DO NOT
DO NOT
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Unit care
• The HDD is a high precision device
The HDD is a high precision recording
instrument and is easily susceptible to damage.
Therefore, be careful of the following points
while the unit is turned on, especially during
operation, otherwise the HDD and the recorded
content may be damaged:
- Do not subject the unit to any vibration and
shock.
- Do not remove the AC mains lead from the
household mains socket.
• The HDD is a temporary storage device
• The HDD is not an everlasting storage device.
It is recommended to save the recorded
content on a disc or to keep the original data or
CDs that they were copied from.
• If you notice a problem with the HDD such as
repetitive strange sounds, immediately save
(backup) all content and request service. If you
continue using the HDD with a problem, the
unit or the recorded content will be damaged.
• If the HDD or USB HDD is damaged, the
recorded content cannot be recovered.
• Place the unit on a surface that is flat and
not subject to vibration or impact.
• Do not place on anything that generates heat
like a Set Top Box, etc.
• Place in an area where condensation does
not occur. Conditions where condensation
may occur
- When there is an extreme change in
temperature (e.g., when subjected to an air
conditioner or when cooled air directly impacts
the unit).
- When there is high humidity or a lot of steam
in the room.
In the above situation, without turning the unit
on, let the unit adjust to the room temperature
and wait 2–3 hours until condensation is gone.
• Do not block the cooling fan on the rear of
the unit.
• The unit may breakdown if cigarette smoke
or bug spray/vapour, etc. gets inside the
unit.
Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is
empty.
1Switch the unit to standby mode. (Wait until
“BYE” disappears from the display.)
2Remove the AC mains lead from the
household mains socket.
3Move 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.)
• 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.
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.
HDD/USB HDD handling care
Setup precautions
When moving the unit
Cleaning
Lens cleaner: RP-CL720AE
• This lens cleaner may not be for sale
depending on the region.
When requesting this unit for repair
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Control reference guide
Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control.
1Transmit the remote control signal
• Point it at remote control signal sensor on
this unit. (>13)
2Switch the unit from on to standby mode or
vice versa
3Select drive (HDD, BD, SD or USB)
4Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter
numbers or characters
5Switch to the previously watched channel
(>24)
6Basic operations for recording and play,
REWIND LIVE TV/PAUSE LIVE TV (>26)
7Show Information (>25, 35, 39)
8Selection/OK, Frame-by-frame (>40)
9Show DIRECT NAVIGATOR, Top Menu,
Pop-up Menu (>34, 40)
:Show OPTION menu (>44, 58, 63)
;Colour buttons (Use in accordance with
instruction on the screen.)
<Start recording (>28, 64)
=Select a conversion mode/recording mode
(>28, 64)
>Show the Timer Recording screen (>31)
?Create chapter (>40)
@Input select (>24, 64)
ATo delete unwanted recorded titles, timer
programmes, photos or music (>43)
BTV operation buttons (>19)
CChannel select (>24)/Change pages in the
DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen etc.
DShow the VIERA Connect screen (>75)
ESwitching to the radio channel list (>24)
FStart up a video communication (>75)
GExit the menu screen
HShow the TV Guide screen (>25)
IShow the FUNCTION MENU screen (>23)
JReturn to previous screen
KShow subtitles (>26, 41)
LShow Teletext (>26)
MSelect audio (>26, 41)
NSkip the specified time (>40)
OSkip approx. 1 minute forward (>40)
PSkip approx. 10 seconds backward (>40)
Insert batteries
Insert so the poles (iand j) match those in the
remote control.
Remote control
STATUS
F
U
N
C
T
I
O
N
M
E
N
U
D
I
R
E
C
T
N
A
V
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A
T
O
R
G
U
I
D
E
RETURN
PLAY/x1.3
PAUSE
PAUSE LIVE TV
STOP
SLOW/SEARCH
SKIP
CH
PAGE
TV
RADIO/
CH
AV
INPUT

TV
DRIVE
SELECT

EXIT
OK
OPTION
VOL
0
2
abc
5
jkl
8
tuv
1
4
ghi
7
qrs
p
3
def
6
mno
9
xyz
w
TIME SLIP PROG/CHECK
DEL
AUDIO
-10s +60s
REC MODE
INPUT SELECT
REC
RGYB
TEXT STTL
CHAPTER
MANUAL SKIP
REWIND LIVE TV
INTERNET
LAST VIEW































R6/LR6, AA
(Alkaline or manganese batteries)
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1Standby/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.
2Recording indicator
• The indicator will light up while recording.
• The indicator will blink while recording is
paused and before recording starts.
3CALL LED
• The LED will light up when this unit receives
incoming call etc. of the video
communication. (>75)
4Remote control signal sensor
• Angle: Approx. 20° up and down, 30° left and
right
• Distance: Within approx. 7 m in front of the
unit
5Open/close disc tray
6Disc tray
7USB port
8SD card slot
• When removing the SD card, press on the
centre of the card and pull it straight out.
9Channel select (>24)
:Start recording (>28)
;Stop
<Start play
=[BWT820] Blue LED
• It is possible to set the LED to turn on/off.
(>87, Blue LED)
>Display
1 SD card slot indicator
2 Copying indicator
3 Disc indicator
4 Drive (HDD, BD or SD) indicator
5 Remote control signal indicator
6 Main display section indicator
- Current time
- Playback counter
- Various messages (>102)
7 Playback indicator
8 USB port indicator
9 Timer recording indicator
• This indicator lights up when the timer
recording standby is activated.

• While writing to/reading from the media, do not switch the
unit to standby mode or remove the media. Such action
may result in loss of the media contents.
• When inserting the media, ensure that it is facing the right
way up.
Main unit







 
  

Pull to flip down
the front panel.
SD card
USB memory
Press [<OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray and insert or remove a disc.
PLAY
COPY
SD USB
HDDSD
BD
123
45 6789
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Connection
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.
If the TV does not have the HDMI terminal
Connect the TV with the Audio/Video cable. (>15)
To connect and register the USB HDD (optional)
Refer to “Registering the external HDD (USB HDD)”. (>72)
To connect the Communication Camera (optional)
Refer to “VIERA Connect (Enjoying Internet Service)”. (>75)
About HDMI cable
• Use the High Speed HDMI cables. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.
• When outputting 1080p signal, please use HDMI Cables 5.0 meters or less.
• Recommended Panasonic HDMI cable part number:
RP-CDHS15 (1.5 m), RP-CDHS30 (3.0 m), RP-CDHS50 (5.0 m), etc.
Basic connections
HDMI
VHF/UHF
RF IN
TV’s rear panel
This unit’s rear panel
Household mains socket
(AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz)
Cooling fan
AC mains lead
(supplied)
• Connect only after all other
connections are complete.
HDMI cable
To the aerial
Aerial cable
RF coaxial cable
(supplied)
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
• The HDMI connection supports VIERA Link “HDAVI
Control” (>74).
• You cannot connect this unit to DVI devices that are
incompatible with HDCP.
Depending on the device, images may not display properly
or at all when connecting with a DVI/HDMI switching cable.
(Audio cannot be output.)
• If you are connecting to a TV that is only compatible with
2 channel audio output, audio with 3 channels or more will
be down mixed and output as 2 channels, even if
connecting with an HDMI cable. (Some discs cannot be
down mixed.)
• Connect to terminals of the same colour.
• Connect to terminals of the same colour.

• 3D video playback is not possible with this connection.
• Do not connect video signals through a video recorder.
Due to copy guard protection the picture may not be
displayed properly.
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 (“Power Save in Standby” is
activated and “RF OUT ( Aerial Signal )” is
set to “Off”)]
Connect the Set Top Box or video equipment
AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT
RL
Set Top Box or video equipment
Audio/Video cable
(supplied)
Other TV connection
AUDIO IN VIDEO IN
LR
Audio/Video cable
(supplied)
TV
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Connection

• VIERA Link function is possible by connecting to a TV or
amplifier/receiver compatible with VIERA Link.
• When using a TV or an amplifier/receiver that does not
display “ARC 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.
∫Amplifier/receiver not compatible with 3D

• VIERA Link function is possible by connecting to a TV or
amplifier/receiver compatible with VIERA Link.
• When using a TV or an amplifier/receiver that does not
display “ARC 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.
Amplifier/receiver connections
HDMI terminal
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.
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.
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∫Using Optical digital audio cable
∫Using Coaxial cable

• When you do not want the audio to be output from the TV,
set “HDMI Audio Output” to “Off” (>78, 89).
• Connect to terminals of the same colour.
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal
OPTICAL IN
Amplifier/receiver
Optical digital
audio cable
COAXIAL IN
Amplifier/receiver
Coaxial cable
AUDIO OUT terminal
AUDIO IN
LR
Audio cable
Amplifier/receiver
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Connection
Following functions will be available when this unit
is connected to the network.
• Home network (DLNA) (>67)
• VIERA Connect (Enjoying Internet Service)
(>75)
• BD-Live functions with Internet (>38)
• Automatically acquiring the information of the
CD (>60)
• Updating the software (firmware) of this unit
from Internet (>94)
For details about connection method, refer to the
instructions supplied with the connected
equipment.

• Use category 5 or above straight LAN cables (STP) when
connecting to peripheral devices.
• Inserting any cable other than a LAN cable in the LAN
terminal can damage the unit.

• 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.
∫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.
Network connection
LAN cable connection
Broadband router, etc.
Internet
LAN (ethernet) cable
Wireless LAN connection
Internet
Wireless router, etc.
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Settings
The TV can be operated from the TV operation
buttons of the remote control.
• Perform the setting if you cannot operate the TV
with the TV operation buttons.
While pressing [TV Í], enter the code with
the number buttons.
Manufacturer and Code No.
• If 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.
STATUS
D
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E
C
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N
A
V
I
G
A
T
O
R
G
U
I
D
E
RETURN
PLAY/x1.3
PAUSE
PAUSE LIVE TV
STOP
SLOW/SEARCH
SKIP
CH
PAGE
TV
RADIO/
CH
AV
INPUT

TV
DRIVE
SELECT

EXIT
OK
OPTION
VOL
0
2
abc
5
jkl
8
tuv
1
4
ghi
7
qrs
p
3
def
6
mno
9
xyz
w
TIME SLIP PROG/CHECK
DEL
AUDIO
-10s +60s
REC MODE
INPUT SELECT
REC
RGYB
TEXT STTL
CHAPTER
MANUAL SKIP
REWIND LIVE TV
INTERNET
LAST VIEW
F
U
N
C
T
I
O
N
M
E
N
U
TV operation buttons
(>right)
Select and enter buttons
To return to the previous
screen
To exit the screen
FUNCTION MENU (>23)
TV operation buttons
Brand Code Brand Code
AIWA 35
BENQ 58/59
BRANDT 10/15
CENTREX 66
CURTIS 05
DESMET 05
ELEMIS 05
FINLUX 61
Panasonic 01/02/03/04
AKAI 27/30
BEKO 05/71/72/73/74
BUSH 05
DAEWOO 64/65
DUAL 05
FERGUSON 10/34
FISHER 21
MITSUBISHI 05/19/20/47
METZ 05/28/79
MIVAR 24
NEC 36
NOKIA 25/26/27/60/61
OLEVIA 45
ORION 05
PHILCO 41/48/64
PHONOLA 05
PROVIEW 52
RADIOLA 05
NOBLEX 33
NORDMENDE 10
ONWA 30/39/70
PEONY 49/69
PHILIPS 05/06/46
PIONEER 37/38
PYE 05
SABA 10
FUJITSU 53
ITT
LG
GOLDSTAR 05/50/51
GRADIENTE 36
25
JVC 17/30/39/70
KOLIN 45
05/50/51
MAG 52
LOEWE 07/46
FUNAI 63/67
GOODMANS 05
GRUNDIG 09
IRRADIO 30
KDS 52
KONKA 62
HITACHI 05/22/23/40/41
SALORA 26
SANSUI 05
32/42/43/65/68SAMSUNG
SCHNEIDER 05/29/30
SELECO 05/25
SIEMENS 09
SONY 08
TELEFUNKEN 10/11/12/13/14
TOSHIBA 16/57
YAMAHA 18/41
05
WHITE
WESTINGHOUSE
SANYO 21/54/55/56
05/69/75/76/77/78 SEG
SINUDYNE 05
31/33/66/67/69TCL
TEVION 52
THOMSON 10/15/44
SHARP 18
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Settings
1Turn on the TV, then select the appropriate
AV input to suit the connections to this unit.
2Press [Í] on the remote control or [Í/I] on
this unit.
• The Easy Setting will start at the initial
power on.
3Follow the on-screen instructions and
perform the settings.
• When the Download from TV screen
appears, the setting information on the TV
is acquired by this unit. (>74)
• When the Auto Setup screen appears, the
unit searches for the terrestrial digital
channels. It takes about 3 minutes.
After tuning has been completed, clock will
be set automatically.
If the clock setting screen appears, set the
time manually (>92, Clock).
4Set “Power Save” to “On”, “On Timer” or
“Off”, then press [OK].
•On
It will go into the Power Save in Standby
mode.
•OnTimer
Set the start and stop time and then press
[OK].
• “Power Save in Standby” is activated
when the set time comes.
•Off
It is possible to start quickly from standby
mode. (Quick Start mode)
• If you use Home Network function (>90),
select “Off”. This function is not available
with other settings.
When “Easy Setting has been completed.”
appears, Easy Setting is complete.
To stop partway
Press [RETURN ].
To restart setup
1 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. (>19)
2 Select “Setup” in “Others”, then press [OK].
3 Select “Auto Setup” in “Digital TV Tuning”,
then press [OK].
4 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
If the TV aspect setting screen appears
Refer to “TV Aspect”. (>88)
To confirm that channels have been tuned
correctly
Refer to “Using Channel List”. (>24)

• If tuning is cancelled partway through, it may not be
possible to receive the channels. Restart setup again.
Easy Setting
Progress
Digital TV Auto Tuning
CH 6 69
RF Ch
Digital TV: 2
Searching
Quality
Type
Channel Name
RETURN
This will take about 3 minutes.
35 10
10
35
Digital TV
Digital TV
Power Save in Standby
From To
Power Save
On
12 AM AM6
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