Panasonic DMR-PWT540 User manual

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Operating Instructions
Thank you for purchasing this product.
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.
• This Blu-ray Disc Player / HDD Recorder is for viewing and recording free to view channels
only. It does not receive pay TV or encrypted channels.
Blu-ray Disc™ Player / HDD Recorder
Model No. DMR-PWT540
Software (Firmware) Update
Blu-ray Disc technology and broadcast services continue to add new features.
As they evolve, firmware updates may be required to support the latest
features. Panasonic strives to continually update firmware as new technology is
released. It’s very important you install the latest updates to maintain proper
operation of your unit.
For details, refer to “Software (Firmware) Update” (>75) or
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ (This site is in English only.)
until
2014/04/01
GL
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Unit
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or
product damage,
- Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture,
dripping or splashing.
- Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, on this unit.
- Use only the recommended accessories.
- Do not remove covers.
- Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer
servicing to qualified service personnel.
- Do not let metal objects fall inside this unit.
- Do not place heavy items on this unit.
AC mains lead
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or
product damage,
- Ensure that the power supply voltage
corresponds to the voltage printed on this unit.
- Insert the mains plug fully into the socket
outlet.
- Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the
lead.
- Do not handle the plug with wet hands.
- Hold onto the mains plug body when
disconnecting the plug.
- Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket
outlet.
• The mains plug is the disconnecting device.
Install this unit so that the mains plug can be
unplugged from the socket outlet immediately.
Small object
• 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 of the batteries, please contact
your local authorities or dealer and ask for the
correct method of disposal.
Please check and identify the supplied
accessories.
(Product numbers correct as of February 2014.
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 (N2QAYB000979):1pc.
Batteries for remote control: 2 pcs.
AC mains lead: 1pc.
RF coaxial cable: 1pc.
HDMI cable: 1pc.
Indemnity concerning recorded content
Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for
damages directly or indirectly due to any type of
problems that result in loss of recording or edited
content (data), and does not guarantee any
content if recording or editing does not work
properly. Likewise, the above also applies in a
case where any type of repair is made to the unit
(including any other non-HDD related
component).
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
- Amplifier/receiver connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
- Network connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
- TV operation buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
- Easy Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
- Easy Network Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
FUNCTION MENU screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Watching broadcasts
Watching broadcasts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
- Using Channel List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
- Using TV Guide system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
- Using channel information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
- Operations while watching broadcast . . . . . . . . . . .25
- REWIND LIVE TV/PAUSE LIVE TV . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Recording
Recording TV programmes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
- Operation during Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Timer recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
- Manually programming timer recording . . . . . . . . . .30
- Timer recording options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
- Timer recording from channel information . . . . . . . .31
- Remote recording from outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
- Notes on timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
- To confirm and edit a timer programme . . . . . . . . . .32
Playing back video
Playing titles on the HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
- DIRECT NAVIGATOR (VIDEO) screen . . . . . . . . . .33
Playing titles on the media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
- Notes for BD-Live discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Operation during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
- General operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
- 3D video playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Editing video
Deleting/Editing recorded titles . . . . . . . . . . . .40
- Deleting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
- Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Copying video
Copying titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Photo and Music
Playing photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
- Photo Menu screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
- Photo play option. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
- Slideshow settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Editing photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Copying photos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
- Selecting and copying the photos . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
- Copying automatically. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Playing music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
- Copying music (MP3) to HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
- Playing music recorded on HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
- Operations during music play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Editing music/playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Network
Smart Home Networking (DLNA) . . . . . . . . . .52
- Using this unit as Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
- Using this unit as Client. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
- Using this unit as Media Renderer . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
- Using MiracastTM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
- Using Smart Home Networking (DLNA) with
Wi-Fi DirectTM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Enjoying Network Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
With Other Equipment
Copying the HD Video (AVCHD) . . . . . . . . . .58
Registering the external HDD (USB HDD) . . .59
- Connecting the USB HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
- Disconnecting the USB HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
- Registering the USB HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
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Watching broadcasts
Recording
Playing back video
Editing video
Copying video
Photo and Music
Network
With Other Equipment
Convenient functions
Troubleshooting
Reference
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Convenient functions
VIERA Link functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Playback menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Basic Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
- Common procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
- Digital TV Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
- HDD / Disc / USB HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
-Picture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
- Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
- Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
- Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
-Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
- Others . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Software (Firmware) Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Other operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
- Format SD card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
- Entering text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
- Switching the aspect ratio of the screen . . . . . . . . . 77
- HOLD function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
- General operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
- Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
- TV screen and video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
- Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
- Recording, timer recording and copying . . . . . . . . . 81
-Play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
-Edit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
- Photo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
-USB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
-TVGuide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
- Broadcast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
- VIERA Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
-Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
- Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
- Messages on the unit’s display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
- When you experience problems with
Easy Network Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Reference
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
- Language code list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Licenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
About descriptions in these operating
instructions
• Pages to be referred to are indicated as “>±±”.
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HDD and media information
Getting started
For more details, refer also to the specifications. (>87)
(–: Impossible)
Recordable/playable contents
Media type Standard symbol Playable contents Recordable
contents
Built-in hard disk drive
(HDD) [HDD]
•Video
• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D
•JPEG
• MPO (3D photo)
•MP3
External hard disk drive
(USB HDD) (>9) [USB_HDD]
•Video
§1
• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D§2, 3
–
•MP4
• Xvid
•MPEG2
•MKV
•JPEG
• MPO (3D photo)
•MP3
BD-Video
[BD-V]
•Video
–
BD-RE
[BD-RE]
•Video
• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D
•JPEG
• MPO (3D photo)
–
BD-R
[BD-R]
•Video
• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D§2
• Xvid
•MKV
–
DVD-Video§4
[DVD-V]
•Video
–
DVD-R
DVD-R DL
[DVD-R]
•Video
• Xvid
• AVCHD§2
•MKV
–
•JPEG
• MPO (3D photo)
•MP3
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(–: Impossible)
§1It cannot be recorded directly. (Only compatible with copying from the built-in HDD)
§2Recorded with AVCHD format compatible devices (Panasonic video camera, etc.). It may not be
able to play back depending on the device.
§3It cannot be played back directly from the USB HDD or USB memory. Playback is possible by
copying to the HDD. (>58)
§4Includes finalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, +R and +R DL.
• 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.
Media type Standard symbol Playable contents Recordable
contents
DVD-RW
[DVD-RW]
• Video
• AVCHD§2–
+R/+R DL [+R] • Video
• AVCHD§2–
+RW [+RW] • Video
• AVCHD§2–
Audio CD (CD-DA)
[CD]
•Music
–
CD
(including CD-R/RW)
• Xvid
•JPEG
•MKV
•MP3 –
• MPO (3D photo)
SD Cards
[SD]
• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D§2•JPEG
• MPO (3D photo)
•MP4 •JPEG
• MPO (3D photo)
USB memory [USB]
• AVCHD/AVCHD 3D§2, 3
–
•MP4
• Xvid
•JPEG
• MPEG2
•MKV
• MPO (3D photo)
•MP3
Playable contents as DLNA client
Refer to “Playable contents”. (>54)
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HDD and media information
• The video file and subtitle text files are inside the same folder, and the file names are the same except for the file extensions.
• Some files may not be played back even if they have these extensions.
§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 quality and approximate recording times”. (>89)
About extension of files
MP4: “.MP4” “.mp4” “.MOV” “.mov”
MPEG2: “.MPG” “.mpg” “.MPEG” “.mpeg” “.M2TS” “.m2ts”
“.MTS” “.mts” “.TS” “.ts”
Xvid: “.AVI” “.avi”
Subtitle text files: “.SRT” “.srt” “.SUB” “.sub” “.TXT” “.txt”
MKV: “.MKV” “.mkv”
Subtitle text files: “.SRT” “.srt” “.SSA” “.ssa” “.ASS” “.ass”
“.SUB” “.sub” “.TXT” “.txt”
JPEG: “.JPG” “.jpg”
MPO: “.MPO” “.mpo”
MP3: “.MP3” “.mp3”
Recording mode
Recording Mode DR HG/HX/HE/HL/HM XP/SP/LP/EP
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
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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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. (>59)
• For data files
Playing back MP4, JPEG, MP3, etc. (data files)
in a USB HDD with this unit.
• The USB HDD must be formatted in FAT12,
FAT16, FAT32 and NTFS file system.
• The USB HDD over 2 TB is not usable.
• This unit supports USB 2.0 High Speed.
• Although this unit can use USB 3.0 devices as USB 2.0
devices, in certain cases USB 3.0 devices cannot be used
due to differing connector shape, larger current ratings, etc.
(Use of USB 2.0 devices is recommended.)
• This unit does not recognize USB HDDs other than those in
which the size of one sector is 512-bytes or 4096-bytes.
(For details, consult the dealer of your USB HDD.)
• This unit does not guarantee connection with all USB
devices.
• Region management information
The unit can play back BD-Video/DVD-Video
discs of the following regions codes, including
“ALL”:
• 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
- 2.6 and 5.2 GB DVD-RAM, 12 cm
- DVD-Audio
- DVD-RAM
- HD DVD
- Super Video CD, Super Audio CD, Video CD
- CD-ROM, Photo CD, PD, etc.
• Operation and sound quality of CDs that do not conform to
CD-DA specifications (copy control CDs, etc.) cannot be
guaranteed.
Notes
Notes for an External HDD (USB HDD)
Notes for the disc
e.g., BD-Video DVD-Video
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HDD and media information
• 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”. (>76)
• 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)
USB memories support FAT12, FAT16, FAT32
and NTFS file systems.
• The USB memory over 2 TB is not usable.
• This unit supports USB 2.0 High Speed.
• This unit does not guarantee connection with all USB
devices.
• 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 SD cards
Notes for the USB memories
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
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.
• Place the unit on a surface that is flat and
not subject to vibration or impact.
• Do not place on anything that generates heat
like a Set Top Box, etc.
• Place in an area where condensation does
not occur. Conditions where condensation
may occur
- When there is an extreme change in
temperature (e.g., when subjected to an air
conditioner or when cooled air directly impacts
the unit).
- When there is high humidity or a lot of steam
in the room.
In the above situation, without turning the unit
on, let the unit adjust to the room temperature
and wait 2–3 hours until condensation is gone.
• The unit may breakdown if cigarette smoke
or bug spray/vapour, etc. gets inside the
unit.
Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is
empty.
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.
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 (>64, 68)
- Perform “Shipping Condition” (>64, 74)
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
To dispose or transfer this unit
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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
(>23)
6Basic operations for recording and play,
REWIND LIVE TV/PAUSE LIVE TV (>25)
7Show Information (>24, 34, 37)
8Selection/OK, Frame-by-frame (>37)
9Show DIRECT NAVIGATOR, Top Menu,
Pop-up Menu (>33, 38)
:Show OPTION menu (>40, 46, 51)
;Colour buttons (Use in accordance with
instruction on the screen.)
<Start recording (>27)
=Select a conversion mode/recording mode
(>27)
>Show the Timer Recording screen (>30)
?Create chapter (>38)
@Show Setup menu (>64)
ATo delete unwanted recorded titles, timer
programmes, photos or music (>40)
BTV operation buttons (>18)
CChannel select (>23)/Change pages in the
DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen etc.
DShow the Network Service screen (>57)
ESwitching to the radio channel list (>23)
FExit the menu screen
GShow the TV Guide screen (>24)
HShow the FUNCTION MENU screen (>22)
IReturn to previous screen
JShow subtitles (>25, 38)
KShow Teletext (>25)
LSelect audio (>25, 38)
MSkip the specified time (>38)
NSkip approx. 1 minute forward (>38)
OSkip approx. 10 seconds backward (>38)
Insert batteries
Insert so the poles (iand j) match those in the
remote control.
Remote control
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STOP
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REC MODE
SETUP
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MANUAL SKIP
REWIND LIVE TV
INTERNET
LAST VIEW
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R6/LR6, AA
(Alkaline or manganese batteries)
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• While writing to/reading from the media, do not switch the
unit to standby mode or remove the media. Such action
may result in loss of the media contents.
• When inserting the media, ensure that it is facing the right
way up.
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 (>85)
7 Playback indicator
8 USB port indicator
9 Timer recording indicator
• This indicator lights up when the timer
recording standby is activated.
Main unit
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.
2Open/close disc tray
3Disc tray
4USB port
5SD card slot
• When removing the SD card, press on the
centre of the card and pull it straight out.

Pull to flip down the
front panel.

SD card
USB memory
Disc
6Recording indicator
• The indicator will light up while recording.
• The indicator will blink while recording is
paused and before recording starts.
7Remote control signal sensor
• Angle: Approx. 20° up and down, 30° left and
right
• Distance: Within approx. 7 m in front of the
unit
8Channel select (>23)
9Start recording (>27)
:Stop
;Start play
Display
  
 
Display
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.
To connect and register the USB HDD (optional)
Refer to “Registering the external HDD (USB HDD)”. (>59)
About HDMI cable
If you use an optional HDMI cable, use the High Speed HDMI cables. Non-HDMI-compliant cables
cannot be utilized.
It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable.
When outputting 1080p signal or 24p (4K) signal, please use HDMI Cables 5.0 meters or less.
• This unit cannot connect the TV that does not have the HDMI terminal.
• Keep the RF coaxial cables as far away as possible from other cables.
• The HDMI connection supports VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” (>61).
• 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.)
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
(supplied)
To the aerial
Aerial cable
RF coaxial cable
(supplied)
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• 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.
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”)]
Amplifier/receiver connections
HDMI terminal
HDMI
HDMI INHDMI OUT
HDMI
cable Amplifier/
receiver
TV
HDMI cable
(supplied)
(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.
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Connection
∫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.
• When you do not want the audio to be output from the TV,
set “HDMI Audio Output” to “Off” (>64, 71).
• Connect to terminals of the same colour.
HDMI IN
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI cable
Amplifier/receiver
TV
HDMI cable
(supplied)
(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.
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal
AUDIO OUT terminal
OPTICAL IN
Amplifier/receiver
Optical digital audio cable
AUDIO IN
LR
Audio cable
Amplifier/receiver
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When this unit is connected to the network, you
can enjoy network functions (DLNA function,
Network Service, Remote Recording, etc.).
For details about connection method, refer to the
instructions supplied with the connected
equipment.
After you make the Wireless LAN/LAN cable
connection, the network setting is needed.
(>20, 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.
• For up-to-date compatibility information on your Wireless
router refer to
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/
(This site is in English only.)
• The unit is not compatible with public wireless LAN
services.
• Use category 5 or above straight LAN cables (STP) when
connecting to peripheral devices.
• Inserting any cable other than a LAN cable in the LAN
terminal can damage the unit.
Network connection Wireless LAN connection
LAN cable connection
Internet Wireless router, etc.
Broadband router, etc.
Internet
LAN (ethernet) cable
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Settings
The TV can be operated from the TV operation
buttons of the remote control.
• Perform the setting if you cannot operate the TV
with the TV operation buttons.
While pressing [TV Í], enter the code with
the number buttons.
Manufacturer and Code No.
• If your TV brand has more than one code listed, select the
one that allows correct operation.
• If the brand of your TV is not listed or the code number is
invalid for your TV, this remote control is not compatible
with your TV.
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INPUT
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DRIVE
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OPTION
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INTERNET
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TV operation buttons
(>right)
Select and enter buttons
To return to the previous
screen
To exit the screen
FUNCTION MENU (>22)
Setup (>64)
TV operation buttons
Brand Code Brand Code
AIWA 35
BENQ 58/59
BRANDT 10/15
CENTREX 66
CURTIS 05
DESMET 05
ELEMIS 05
FINLUX 61
Panasonic 01/02/03/04
AKAI 27/30
BEKO 05/71/72/73/74
BUSH 05
DAEWOO 64/65
DUAL 05
FERGUSON 10/34
FISHER 21
MITSUBISHI 05/19/20/47
METZ 05/28/79
MIVAR 24
NEC 36
NOKIA 25/26/27/60/61
OLEVIA 45
ORION 05
PHILCO 41/48/64
PHONOLA 05
PROVIEW 52
RADIOLA 05
NOBLEX 33
NORDMENDE 10
ONWA 30/39/70
PEONY 49/69
PHILIPS 05/06/46
PIONEER 37/38
PYE 05
SABA 10
FUJITSU 53
ITT
LG
GOLDSTAR 05/50/51
GRADIENTE 36
25
JVC 17/30/39/70
KOLIN 45
05/50/51
MAG 52
FUNAI 63/67
GOODMANS 05
GRUNDIG 09
IRRADIO 30
KDS 52
KONKA 62
HITACHI 05/22/23/40/41
SALORA 26
SANSUI 05
32/42/43/65/68SAMSUNG
SCHNEIDER 05/29/30
SELECO 05/25
SIEMENS 09
SONY 08
TELEFUNKEN 10/11/12/13/14
TOSHIBA 16/57
YAMAHA 18/41
05
WHITE
WESTINGHOUSE
SANYO 21/54/55/56
05/69/75/76/77/78 SEG
SINUDYNE 05
31/33/66/67/69TCL
TEVION 52
THOMSON 10/15/44
SHARP 18
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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.
(>61)
Auto Setup starts.
(This operation may take some time.)
e.g.,
4Clock will be set automatically.
If the clock setting screen appears, set the
time manually (>74, Clock).
5Set “Quick Start” to “On”, “Off” or “Timer
Setting for Quick Start”, then press [OK].
For details, refer to “Quick Start”. (>73)
6If the TV aspect setting screen appeares:
Select the item to match the type of TV
connected.
For details, refer to “TV Aspect”. (>70)
When “Easy Setting has been completed.”
appears, Easy Setting is complete.
• Select “Yes” to set network settings.
• Select “No” to finish the Easy Setting.
To stop partway
Press [RETURN ].
To restart setup
1 Press [SETUP]. (>18)
2 Select “Auto Setup” in “Digital TV Tuning”,
then press [OK].
3 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
• If tuning is cancelled partway through, it may not be
possible to receive the channels. Restart setup again.
Easy Setting
Progress
Digital TV Auto Tuning
CH 6 69
RF Ch
Digital TV: 2
Searching
Quality
Type
Channel Name
This will take about 3 minutes.
35 10
10
35
Digital TV
Digital TV
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Settings
1Select “Wired” or “Wireless”, then press
[OK].
2Follow 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.
- Wireless Settings
- Home Network Connection Check
- Home Network function
- Remote Recording function
- Internet Connection Test
3When “Easy Network Setting is finished.”
appears
Press [OK].
Search for wireless network:
1Select “Search for wireless network”, then
press [OK].
2The 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”.
(>64, 71)
• If your wireless network is encrypted,
Encryption Key Input Screen will be
displayed.
Input the encryption key of your network.
3Select “Set”, then press [OK].
WPS (PUSH button):
If your Wireless router supports WPS (PUSH
button), you can easily perform the settings by
pressing WPS button on it.
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup™) is a standard that
facilitates settings relating to the connection and
security of wireless LAN devices.
1Select “WPS (PUSH button)”, then press [OK].
2Press 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.
3Press [OK].
Easy Network Setting
OK
RETURN
Easy Network Setting
Settings and tests for connection required
for home network and the Internet will be
conducted.
First, please select a connection mode.
LAN cable connection:
Connect a LAN cable to the unit and select “Wired”.
Wireless LAN connection:
Select “Wireless”.
Current setting : Wired
Wired
Wireless
Connection method to wireless access point
e.g.,
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