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SQT0801-1

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 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-BWT955

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” (

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95) or

http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ (This site is in English only.)

until 
2015/03/25

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Summary of Contents for DMR-BWT955

Page 1: ... ray Disc Recorder Model No DMR BWT955 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 detai...

Page 2: ...so that the mains plug can be unplugged from the socket outlet immediately 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...

Page 3: ...nauthorized 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...

Page 4: ...neral operations 44 3D video playback 46 Editing video Deleting Editing titles 47 Deleting recorded titles 47 Editing recorded titles 47 Deleting video files on the HDD 50 Copying video Copying titles 51 Copying from media other than HDD with Video Menu 53 Copying titles with copying list 53 Notes for copying 56 Copying a finalised disc 57 Copying Title Playing 58 Copying HD Video AVCHD to the DVD...

Page 5: ...er operations 96 Media management 96 Entering text 98 Switching the aspect ratio of the screen 98 HOLD function 98 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide 99 General operation 99 Displays 100 TV screen and video 100 Sound 102 Recording timer recording and copying 102 Play 103 Edit 103 Photo 104 USB 104 TV Guide 104 Broadcast 104 VIERA Link 105 Network 105 Reset 105 Messages on the front panel displa...

Page 6: ... Xvid MKV WAV FLAC AAC JPEG MP3 WMA DSD ALAC MPO 3D photo External hard disk drive USB HDD 1 10 USB_HDD Video 2 AVCHD AVCHD 3D 3 4 MP4 MPEG2 Xvid MKV WAV FLAC AAC MP3 WMA DSD ALAC JPEG MPO 3D photo BD Video BD V Video BD RE 1 BD RE DL 1 BD RE Video AVCHD AVCHD 3D JPEG MPO 3D photo BD R BD R DL BD R Video AVCHD AVCHD 3D 3 Xvid MKV DVD Video 5 DVD V Video DVD RAM 1 RAM Video JPEG MPO 3D photo AVCHD ...

Page 7: ...CHD 3 R R DL R Video AVCHD 3 JPEG MPO 3D photo WAV FLAC AAC MP3 WMA DSD ALAC RW 1 RW Video AVCHD 3 Audio CD CD DA CD Music CD including CD R RW Xvid MKV JPEG MPO 3D photo WAV FLAC AAC MP3 WMA ALAC SD Cards 1 SD MP4 MPEG2 JPEG MPO 3D photo AVCHD AVCHD 3D 3 USB memory USB AVCHD AVCHD 3D 3 4 MP4 MPEG2 Xvid MKV JPEG MPO 3D photo WAV FLAC AAC MP3 WMA DSD ALAC Playable contents as DLNA client Refer to P...

Page 8: ...r trees to about five levels 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 Information about contents Media Maximum titles HDD 3000 BD RE BD R 200 DVD RAM DVD R DVD RW 99 R RW 49 Media Maximum titles HDD 3000 BD RE BD R 200 Media Folders Files HDD ...

Page 9: ...rding 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 1 Standard 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 aud...

Page 10: ...is unit does not guarantee connection with all USB devices Notes Notes for an External HDD USB HDD Notes for the disc Region management information The unit can play back BD Video DVD Video discs of the following regions codes including ALL e g BD Video DVD Video Playable discs BD Video Blu ray 3D BD Live BD ROM Version 2 4 DVD Video DVD Video format CD DA Audio CD BD RE based on Ver 2 1 other fil...

Page 11: ...mat can only be played back on AVCHD compatible equipment 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 DVD RAM that cannot be removed from their cartridges 2 6 and 5 2 GB DVD RAM 12 cm DVD Audio HD DVD Super Video CD Super Audio CD Video CD CD ROM Photo CD PD etc Operation and sound quality of CDs that do...

Page 12: ...n 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 t...

Page 13: ...ains socket 3 Move only after the unit has come to a complete stop approx 3 minutes in order to avoid subjecting to vibration and shock Even after the unit is switched to standby mode the HDD continues operating for a short time 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 ...

Page 14: ...tched channel 25 6 Basic operations for recording and play REWIND LIVE TV PAUSE LIVE TV 27 7 Show Information 26 39 44 8 Selection OK Frame by frame 44 9 Show Video Menu Top Menu Pop up Menu 38 45 Show OPTION menu 47 62 76 Colour buttons Use in accordance with instruction on the screen Start recording 29 72 Select a conversion mode recording mode 29 72 Show the Timer Recording screen 33 Create cha...

Page 15: ...witch 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 5 Disc tray 6 USB port 7 SD 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 Display SD card USB memory Disc Display 1 Main display section indicator Current time Playback counter V...

Page 16: ...when this unit is connected to a 3D or 4K compatible TV Before connection turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions To enjoy 4K output you need to connect this unit to a 4K compatible TV When outputting 1080p or 24p 4K signal please use HDMI cables 5 0 meters or less It is recommended that you use Panasonic s HDMI cable In case problems occur for the playback of conten...

Page 17: ...cessary 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 Connec...

Page 18: ... After you make the Wireless LAN LAN cable connection the network setting is needed 22 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...

Page 19: ...h 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 Wireless LAN connection LAN cable connection Internet Wireless router etc ۂ Broadband router etc Internet LAN ethernet cable ...

Page 20: ... operation buttons right Select and enter buttons To return to the previous screen To exit the screen FUNCTION MENU 24 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 NE...

Page 21: ...t then press OK For details refer to Quick Start 90 6 If the TV aspect setting screen appears Select the item to match the type of TV connected For details refer to TV Aspect 86 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 FUNCTION MENU 20 2 Select ...

Page 22: ...will not be displayed Enter manually by using Wireless Settings 78 87 If your wireless network is encrypted Encryption Key Input Screen will be displayed Input the encryption key of your network 3 Select 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 fac...

Page 23: ... has adequate security system to prevent unauthorised access Refer to the operating instructions of the hub or router If you set Home Network function or TV Anytime to On the setting for Quick Start is fixed to On Do not use this unit to connect to any wireless network for which you do not have usage rights During automatic searches in a wireless network environment wireless networks SSID for whic...

Page 24: ... Music Contents on HDD RETURN Press OK Press e g FUNCTION MENU list Keyword Recording 36 TV Guide 26 Timer Recording 33 Network Service 71 Contents on HDD Recorded Programmes 38 Video AVCHD 38 Video MP4 Xvid MKV 41 Photo 60 Music 65 Home Network Miracast 69 DLNA Client 68 Media Renderer 69 Wi Fi Direct 70 Setup Basic Settings 78 You can change the unit s settings of Digital TV Tuning Sound Display...

Page 25: ... PIN with the number buttons by following the on screen instructions Make a note of the PIN you have decided on in case you forget it PIN can be changed via PIN Entry 91 You can select from the list of channel names 1 Press OK 2 Select the channel then press OK To edit the channel list Refer to Channel List 80 Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control 14 1 Press ...

Page 26: ... Channel information appears 1 Current Category 2 Set timer 34 3 Subtitle 4 Teletext 5 Multiple audio 6 Data service Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV 27 To show detailed information Press STATUS again To hide the information screen Press EXIT To change Category Press the blue button To register your favourite channels 1 Press OPTION 2 Select Digital TV Menu then press OK 3 Select Favourites Edit then...

Page 27: ...ations may vary depending on the broadcaster On screen instructions may not correspond to the remote control buttons It may take some time to show the data service Not all the data services are available depending on the broadcaster Some functions of the data service may be deactivated during recording This unit temporarily saves a live TV programme you are watching with this unit s tuner on HDD R...

Page 28: ...n the following cases When switching to other channels or other screen When the unit has started recording using all tuners When performing PAUSE LIVE TV or REWIND LIVE TV for more than 8 hours This may vary depending on the HDD free space These functions do not work in the following cases When the clock is not set When all tuners are being used to record programmes While copying While watching a ...

Page 29: ...be deleted once the conversion is completed Conversion will take about the same time as the recorded duration When the HDD does not have enough remaining space conversion will not start Conversion is stopped when this unit is turned on Conversion will start from the beginning again once the unit is switched to standby mode When converted audio content and subtitle will be converted with the same s...

Page 30: ...s VIDEO MENU is displayed on the recording programme 2 Select the title then press OK Operation during Recording To check the recording programme To stop recording When recording three programmes If the following screen appears 1 Select the programme then press OK 2 Select Yes then press OK REC2 REC3 HDD REC1 OTR AUTO 5 6 Recording programme displayed on the TV Recording programme not displayed on...

Page 31: ...them Some broadcasters may not send programme information When programme information is not displayed correctly use manual timer recording 33 The receipt of the TV Guide data via Set Top Box is not possible When timer recording from the external equipment use manual timer recording 33 You can set the start and finish time to make the timer recording work successfully 78 82 Timer Record Start Buffe...

Page 32: ...ed completely Overlapped Timer Recording Keep Change Please delete unnecessary programme to resolve OK RETURN Overlapped Timer Recording New Programme Confirm Delete Repeat WED 11 10 9 00 AM 9 45 AM TWO Wales Existing Programmes WED 11 10 Holiday WED 11 10 Animals Episode 01 02 R 9 20 AM 9 55 AM 9 00 AM 9 30 AM WED 11 10 World news 9 15 AM 9 45 AM R Various functions with TV Guide This unit has se...

Page 33: ...o record the subtitle at conversion Only when item other than OFF is selected in Conv Title Name 1 Select Title Name then press OK 2 Refer to Entering text 98 To use Guide Link To use Guide Link You can choose whether or not to use the Guide Link function by pressing the blue button Manually programming timer recording 1 Press PROG CHECK When recording from the external equipment Mode recording mo...

Page 34: ...e following settings Audio Type for Digital Broadcast 78 85 Audio for HG HX HE HL HM Recording 78 85 Even if you switch the unit to standby mode during the timer recording the recording is continued When you programme successive timer recordings to start about last 1 minute of earlier programme will not be recorded Timer recording will not start while copying a title in high speed mode with finali...

Page 35: ...ogramme TUE 14 01 TUE 14 01 10 00 AM 11 50 AM 11 00 AM 11 45 AM 11 30 AM 1 00 AM 8 00 AM 10 45 AM TUE 14 01 TUE 14 01 DR HG DR DR OK OK Keyword List Resolve overlap Guide Guide e g Screen icons F Red Timer recording standby is activated Grey Timer recording standby is deactivated Currently recording programme A part or all of the programme will not be recorded since the programme is overlapping Pr...

Page 36: ...d Settings Programme Name only Category All Digital Channels Detail Search Condition Search OK RETURN Set Cancel Please specify Search Conditions and Recording Settings To activate press Set Search Conditions Recording Settings e g Keyword Recording conditions Search Conditions Keyword 1 16 Input the keyword to be registered Refer to Entering text 98 Default keyword is the programme title selected...

Page 37: ...playing the Keyword List 1 Press FUNCTION MENU 2 Select Keyword Recording then press OK SAT 24 09 ABC1 2 7 00AM 7 30AM Olympic opening ceremony ABC2 23 7 00AM 8 00AM Olympic opening ceremony ABC1 22 9 00AM 11 30AM Olympic Soccer ABC2 4 2 7 00PM 7 30PM Olympic Judo ABC1 22 9 00PM 10 30PM Olympic Boxing Schedule Programme Name Keyword Recording FRI 09 01 2015 8 01 PM The programme including keyword ...

Page 38: ...4 Xvid MKV then press OK The video list screen appears 41 4 Select the title then press OK Playback will start Contents on HDD Recorded programmes can be played OK RETURN Video AVCHD Recorded Programmes Video MP4 Xvid MKV Photo Music Playback Last Stopped Beginning Where do you want to start playback from OK RETURN Video Menu screen e g 1 Tab 39 2 Programme type 3 Keyword Recording Refer to Playin...

Page 39: ...D programmes when a broadcast programme is recorded Recorded in 1080 50p contents Recorded in 1080 60p contents Title is restricted by Child Lock Parental Rating 81 Title has been recorded in Series timer recording Title has been recorded in Series timer recording and has not yet been played Recording did not complete as the timer recording has started Keyword recording title which has not yet bee...

Page 40: ... No Automatic Deletion not to delete titles automatically Press the green button in step 2 above Refer to Displaying the Keyword List 37 Editing the grouped titles Changing the group name Playback from Chapter View Regarding chapters You can divide a title into multiple chapters Each section between the division points Chapter Marks becomes a chapter Chapter Creation This unit can create chapters ...

Page 41: ...step 3 40 or Select the Keyword then press the yellow button in step 2 40 A check mark is displayed Repeat this step Press the yellow button again to cancel 2 Perform steps 5 9 on page 51 Copying titles e g When the following conditions are met videos are played back in 4K regardless of the image quality When this unit is connected to a TV that is 4K and 24p 25p compatible When HDMI Video Format i...

Page 42: ...ed Press PLAY a1 3 1 2 When the Video Menu screen or menu screen etc appears Select the item or title then press OK Repeat this step if necessary Playback will start Some files may not be played back depending on the video resolution and frame rate condition BD V You cannot play back while recording from external equipment Also playback stops when the timer recording starts from external equipment...

Page 43: ... Delete BD Video data then press OK 4 Select Yes then press OK 5 Select Start then press OK 6 Press OK The usable functions and the operating method may vary with each disc please refer to the instructions on the disc You can restrict Internet access when BD Live functions are used 78 82 BD Live When Pure Sound mode is set to On this unit cannot use BD Live functions 82 Video Menu screen e g Video...

Page 44: ...en playing back the DVD RW disc Quick View may not work when recording in XP or FR mode Press SLOW SEARCH 6 or SLOW SEARCH 5 Press PLAY a1 3 1 to restart play Press PAUSE Press PLAY a1 3 1 to restart play While paused press SLOW SEARCH 6 or SLOW SEARCH 5 Press PLAY a1 3 1 to restart play The speed increases up to 5 steps Xvid MKV MP4 and MPEG2 Slow motion is not effective BD V AVCHD DVD R SD Forwa...

Page 45: ... CHAPTER 1 While paused Press SKIP or SKIP 9 and skip to the location you want to delete 2 Press CHAPTER 3 Select Yes then press OK Press AUDIO It will switch depending on the contents recorded every time it is pressed 1 Press STTL 2 Press OK 3 Select On or Off then press OK If you want to switch the subtitle language select it in the Basic Operation menu 76 BD V DVD V Xvid and MKV Display with Su...

Page 46: ... the Side by Side Half programme types Please refrain from viewing 3D images if you do not feel well or are experiencing visual fatigue In the event that you experience dizziness nausea or other discomfort while viewing 3D images discontinue use and rest your eyes Depending on the connected TV the video being played back might switch to 2D video due to changes in resolution etc Check the 3D settin...

Page 47: ...pdated available space is displayed 1 On the Video Menu screen Select the title 2 Press OPTION 3 Select the item then press OK e g Multiple editing Select the title then press the yellow button in step 1 A check mark is displayed Repeat this step Press the yellow button again to cancel If the disc is protected release the protection 96 Disc Protection Depending on the media and the type of file so...

Page 48: ... other sections Up to 20 sections can be set go to step 2 4 Select Delete then press OK Chapter Mark is generated in the scene that was partially deleted 5 Press RETURN HDD USB_HDD BD RE BD R RAM 1 Select Divide Title in Edit then press OK 2 Press OK at the point to divide the title You can find the desired point by using play search etc 44 3 Select Continue then press OK 4 Select Divide then pres...

Page 49: ... cancel a During standby conversion After performing steps 1 2 47 Editing recorded titles 1 Select File Conversion in Edit then press OK 2 Select Yes then press OK File Conversion e g File Conversion Convert the selected title by changing its recording mode Please select recording mode and other options then press OK RETURN Subtitles Off Recording Mode HL Longer Play Timing During standby OK 4 Now...

Page 50: ...hapter is combined to the next chapter Playback from Chapter View Refer to Playback from Chapter View 40 The maximum number of chapters Depends on the state of recording HDD USB_HDD Approx 1000 per title BD RE BD R RAM Approx 1000 per disc HDD USB_HDD When the title has the maximum number of chapters you cannot perform the Resume play function 38 HDD 2 Press DELETE 3 Select Yes then press OK Multi...

Page 51: ...ress OK If you select No you can change the selection 52 To change the selection Start Time Prog Type Rec time Channel Date Title Name Movie 9 00 AM 8 Set other settings then press OK e g 52 Setting the copying options 9 Select Yes then press OK To copy HD Video AVCHD to the DVD R in High Definition Refer to Copying HD Video AVCHD to the DVD R in High Definition 58 To copy video files Refer to Cop...

Page 52: ... RW You can play the disc on other DVD equipment To change the selection 2 To change the selected titles Select the title then press the yellow button Repeat this step to select titles To change the picture quality HDD BD RE BD R RAM DVD R DVD RW R RW 1 Select the title then press OPTION 2 Select Conversion Select then press OK 3 Select the picture quality then press OK Repeat steps if necessary T...

Page 53: ... Copy Mode then press 1 right 2 Set Recording Mode 3 Press 2 Copying from media other than HDD with Video Menu Start Time Rec time Channel Date Title Name 9 00 AM 0 30 D Copy 1 2 3 Cancel All Copy Direction Copy Mode Create List Start Copying HDD High Speed RETURN OK 2 Press OK to start copying Disc Copying titles with copying list HDD USB_HDD 1 2 3 HDD BD RE BD R RAM DVD R DVD RW R RW USB_HDD 1 3...

Page 54: ... press OK 4 Press 2 6 Select Start Copying then press OK 7 Select Yes then press OK To cancel all registered copying settings and lists After performing step 1 1 Select Cancel All then press OK 2 Select Yes then press OK Titles in the grouped titles and other titles cannot be registered simultaneously e g HDD Data size of each registered title Size Data size recorded to the copy destination RETURN...

Page 55: ...OK When copying at normal speed the total data size will change according to the recording mode The total data size shown may be larger than the sum of the data sizes for each registered item About other screen icons Refer to Screen icons 39 Editing the copying list Copy 1 2 3 Cancel All Copy Direction Copy Mode Create List Start Copying HDD Disc High Speed Create copy list RETURN 2 Page 01 01 Siz...

Page 56: ... number of titles to be copied to the disc is greater than 3000 in total When copying title recorded in 1080 50p or 1080 60p it cannot copy in progressive You cannot copy the following titles USB_HDD Protected titles USB_HDD HD Video AVCHD RAM Radio programme It may not display correctly in 3D when a copied 3D programme is played back In such a case change the Signal Format during the playback of ...

Page 57: ...lay begins Off Copying all the content on the disc 4 Press 2 5 Select Start Copying then press OK 6 Select Yes then press OK When the Top Menu is displayed Select the title you want to start copying then press OK After the last title on the disc has finished playing the Top Menu is recorded until the set time is reached To stop copying Press STOP You can also press and hold RETURN for 3 seconds If...

Page 58: ...X HE HL or HM modes copy will be performed at normal speed in FR mode When copying the titles in XP SP LP EP or FR modes and the copy destination does not have enough space copy will be performed at normal speed in FR mode You can copy HD Video AVCHD recorded on HDD to a DVD R in High Definition quality HDD DVD R 1 Insert an unformatted DVD R or DVD R DL The menu screen appears 42 2 Select Copy Vi...

Page 59: ...he names of folders files cannot be changed after they are copied to the HDD We recommend that you create a folder with an easily identifiable name on a PC or other device first and use the folder to perform copying Up to 1000 files can be copied at once Xvid and MKV Copying from the HDD to the SD card is not possible Copying video files HDD SD USB HDD 1 On the video list screen Select the file or...

Page 60: ...s FUNCTION MENU 2 Select Photo in Contents on HDD then press OK Except HDD 1 Insert or connect the media The menu screen appears 42 2 Select View Photos then press OK 2 Select the folder then press OK e g HDD To select the tab Press 2 1 Start Slideshow Refer to Slideshow settings 61 HDD Switching to the Calendar screen Press PAUSE 3 Select the photo then press OK Press 2 1 to display the previous ...

Page 61: ...mation Information shooting date etc is shown Wallpaper A photo being played back is registered as wallpaper on the FUNCTION MENU screen 24 Slideshow settings Start Slideshow You can start a slideshow Interval You can set up the time until the next photo is to display Transition Effect Effect for the next photo to display can be set Repeat Play You can set up to play back repeatedly Music Selectio...

Page 62: ...n to cancel e g HDD HDD Page Select Slideshow Calendar 03 01 2012 29 10 2012 25 02 2013 15 03 2013 0002 0002 Copy OK RETURN 8 12 18 4 Photo Menu All 3D Page Up Page Down CH Enter Folder Name Refer to Entering text 98 Combine Folders HDD Select Yes then press OK Delete Folder Select Yes then press OK Move Photos HDD Select Move to new folder or Move to another folder then press OK If Move to anothe...

Page 63: ...ed exceeds the maximum 8 copying will stop partway through The name of the copied photos will be changed Selecting and copying the photos HDD BD RE RAM SD BD RE RAM DVD R R CD HDD SD USB_HDD SD USB HDD BD RE RAM 1 On the Photo Menu screen To copy the folder Select the folder then press the blue button To copy the photo 1 Select the folder then press OK 2 Select the photos to copy then press the bl...

Page 64: ... of photo data etc within a music file play may not be possible Playing music CD CD DA Music Menu No Track Name Play Time Track List 01 02 03 04 05 CD 3 43 0 02 Track 1 e g Playing music file on the media 2 Select Play Copy Music then press OK The music list screen appears 3 Select the item then press OK Repeat this step if necessary Playback will start Screen icons Folder Music Move to the parent...

Page 65: ... PLAY a1 3 1 to restart play Press SKIP or SKIP 9 Refer to Repeat Play or Random in Basic Operation menu 76 Refer to Sound Effects in Sound Effect Settings menu 77 Refer to High Clarity Sound in Sound Settings menu 77 To play music continuously even if the Power off link works Refer to Playing music continuously even after turning off power to the TV 94 Playing music file on the HDD Operations dur...

Page 66: ...er will be copied Up to 1000 files can be copied at once HDD 1 On the music list screen Select the file or folder 2 Press DELETE 3 Select Yes then press OK Multiple deleting Select the file or folder then press the yellow button in step 1 A check mark is displayed Repeat this step Press the yellow button again to cancel All files in the folder will be deleted Copying 1 On the music list screen Sel...

Page 67: ...f equipment connected via a network refer to their respective operating instructions DLNA function compatible software should be installed Preparation When DLNA Server Function is deactivated make the settings 78 89 Home Network Settings 1 Operate the playback equipment Client to display the list of contents on this unit Refer to their respective operating instructions 2 Select the item then press...

Page 68: ...layback may not be possible Playlist of Windows Media Player can play back only the contents that are stored in the libraries While playing back the 3D programme you cannot set 3D Settings 46 Items displayed in grey on the display cannot be played back by this unit Depending on the performance of the connected PC video frames may be dropped during playback or video may not be played back at all Wh...

Page 69: ...y this unit This unit can be played back via connected equipment only when controlled using Digital Media Controller Depending on the performance of the connected PC video frames may be dropped during playback or video may not be played back at all You can enjoy the content you are viewing on a Miracast compatible smartphone etc on the big screen of your TV Compatible with AndroidTM device ver 4 2...

Page 70: ... not found even after the search is run again select Next and change the connection method Select the connection method according to the device to be connected Using Smart Home Networking DLNA with Wi Fi Direct 5 When selected DLNA Client Go to step 4 on page 68 When selected DLNA Server Operate the playback equipment Client When selected Media Renderer Operate the Digital Media Controller Wi Fi D...

Page 71: ...le buttons 3 4 2 1 OK RETURN colour buttons and number buttons To exit Press EXIT In the following cases settings are possible using Network Service Settings 78 88 When restricting the use of Network Service When the audio is distorted If using slow Internet connection the video may not be displayed correctly A high speed Internet service with a speed of at least 6 Mbps is recommended This unit do...

Page 72: ...art play on the video equipment 4 Press REC Recording will start 5 Set the time to record 29 To stop recording Press STOP Manually programming timer recording from external equipment Refer to Manually programming timer recording 33 Following contents or media cannot be played back while recording from external equipment BD Video Xvid MKV and AVCHD file photo music files other than CD DA SD card US...

Page 73: ...ress and hold RETURN for 3 seconds 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 An AVCHD title with 100 or more scenes will be divided into titles every 99th scene and copied USB connection cable optional video ...

Page 74: ...ne USB HDD For recorded titles 10 can be connected at the same time Do not connect additional HDDs using a USB hub For details about connection method refer to the instructions supplied with the USB HDD Please use the following procedure to disconnect Disconnecting without following this procedure may result in the loss of recorded content from the USB HDD or the internal HDD 1 Press FUNCTION MENU...

Page 75: ...The message screen appears 1 Select Yes then press OK 2 Select the USB HDD to cancel then press OK The confirmation screen appears 3 Select Yes then press OK 6 When the registering is complete message screen appears Press OK 7 The confirmation screen appears Press OK To cancel all USB HDD registrations Refer to Cancellation of all USB HDD Registrations 83 If you register a USB HDD all the content ...

Page 76: ...ch GRE Greek DAN Danish SLK Slovak TUR Turkish POR Portuguese HUN Hungarian Others RUS Russian FIN Finnish Basic Operation Subtitle Language eng MPEG Subtitle Settings On Audio Channel LR Repeat Play Off Audio Selection eng Dolby D Aspect Normal Menu Item Setting e g Basic Operation Soundtrack Show or change the soundtrack Audio Selection Switch in the case of multiple audio Audio Channel Change a...

Page 77: ... the video content is distorted as shown in the illustration to the right then select Auto Reset to Default Picture Settings Restores the default settings of the Picture Settings menu Sound Effect Settings Sound Effects This function is effective when Digital Audio Output is set to PCM 84 Night Surround Enjoy a movie with powerful sound even when the volume is kept low at night Re master 1 3 Sound...

Page 78: ...lay Connection Network Others Menu list Digital TV Tuning Favourites Edit 80 Channel List 80 Auto Setup 80 Download from TV 80 Manual Tuning 80 Update Channel List 80 Child Lock Parental Rating 81 Signal Condition 81 New Channel Message 81 HbbTV Setting 81 HDD Disc USB HDD Settings for Playback 81 3D BD Video Playback 81 Soundtrack 81 Subtitles 81 Menu 81 BD Live 82 BD Video Parental Control 82 DV...

Page 79: ... Type Flag 87 VIERA Link 87 Network Easy Network Setting 87 Network Settings 87 LAN Connection Mode 87 Wireless Settings 87 Connection Setting 87 Double Speed Mode Setting 2 4GHz 87 IP Address DNS Settings 88 Proxy Server Settings 88 Network Service Settings 88 Second Screen Browsing 88 Lock 88 Automatic Volume Control 88 Notice 88 TV Anytime Settings 88 TV Anytime 88 Device ID 88 Initialize Devic...

Page 80: ...lumn 2 Press 3 4 2 1 to select a character then press OK Repeat this step to enter other characters Red Delete a character Blue Delete all characters 3 Press RETURN Channel List You can edit the channel list To hide unwanted channels 1 Select the channel 2 Press OK The check mark is removed Yellow Reveal all channels To change the channel number assignment 1 Select the channel to change then press...

Page 81: ...y when a new digital channel is added HbbTV Setting Turn on off the HbbTV service When On is selected HbbTV service are available HDD Disc USB HDD Settings for Playback 3D BD Video Playback Select the playback method of 3D compatible video software Soundtrack Select the audio language If Original is selected the original language of each disc will be selected Enter a code with the number buttons w...

Page 82: ...D LIVE TV Turn on off the REWIND LIVE TV function When Automatic Standby is set to Off 90 On cannot be selected Aspect for Recording Sets the aspect ratio when recording or copying except in DR mode HG HX HE HL or HM mode If Automatic is selected the title will be recorded with the original aspect ratio XP SP LP or FR recordings less than 5 hours mode If Automatic is selected the title will be rec...

Page 83: ...ion Register the USB HDD 75 USB HDD Disconnection This function puts the USB HDD in a state in which it can be safely disconnected 74 USB HDD Management Press and hold OK for 3 seconds to show the following settings Delete all titles Delete all titles on the USB HDD Delete does not work if one or more titles are protected Format USB HDD Formatting deletes all contents and they cannot be restored C...

Page 84: ...n Select whether to record the audio type M1 or M2 when File Conversion 49 Copying to a DVD R DVD RW R and RW Digital Audio Output PCM Down Conversion Select how to output audio with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz On Signals are converted to 48 kHz Choose when the connected equipment cannot process signals with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz Off Signals are output as 96 kHz The signals will be con...

Page 85: ... This setting will give effect in the following conditions The default setting when watching broadcasts The default setting when playing back the title recorded in DR mode File Conversion 49 Normal speed copy from the title recorded in DR mode 51 Audio for HG HX HE HL HM Recording If the programme has multi channel audio priority is given to what you select This setting will give effect in the fol...

Page 86: ...tem Set in accordance with the TV System for the connected TV HDMI Connection HDMI Video Format You can only select items compatible with the connected equipment If Automatic is selected the output resolution best suited to the connected TV 1080p 1080i 720p or 576p 480p is automatically selected To enjoy High Quality Video up converted to 1080p you need to connect the unit to 1080p compatible HDTV...

Page 87: ...ic is selected the optimal method of playback depending on the TV e g cinema will automatically be selected only when the TV supports Contents Type Flag VIERA Link Select Off when you do not want to use VIERA Link Network Easy Network Setting Press OK to start Easy Network Setting 22 Network Settings LAN Connection Mode Select the LAN connection method When not using wireless LAN when turning it o...

Page 88: ...e network on the big screen of your TV Lock You can restrict using Network Service PIN is required to change 25 Automatic Volume Control Volume is adjusted automatically to the standard volume while using Network Service Depending on contents this function will not work Select Off when the audio is warped Notice Displays the terms of service for the cloud services You must agree to the terms of us...

Page 89: ...DLNA Client compatible equipment this setting reduces the chance of break ups and freezing of an image by lowering the image quality When this is set to On switching the channel or starting playback will take longer Resolution Setting for DLNA When Conversion Setting for DLNA is set to On select the image quality Registration type for remote devices Automatic All connected devices on the same netw...

Page 90: ...be selected Automatic Standby after OTR On This unit is turned to standby mode when it is not operated for approximately 5 minutes after completing Automatic Stop or Recording Time 29 Automatic Standby after Copy On This unit is turned to standby mode when it is not operated for approximately 5 minutes after completing copy 53 Copying from media other than HDD with Video Menu Copying titles with c...

Page 91: ...from digital broadcasts Region Selection Select the region where you live to adjust the standard time The time contained in the broadcast signal is UTC Universal time coordinated Daylight Saving Time Select time offset from the standard time for Summer Time If there is a gap between displayed time and actual time set this function Manual Setting 1 Select Off of Automatic then press OK 2 Select the...

Page 92: ... licence is displayed System Information Display Software firmware version and Wireless Module version When using wireless connection only of this unit Initialize Shipping Condition All the settings except for basic settings return to the factory preset The timer recording programmes are also cancelled The device password is also initialized 88 Default Settings All the settings other than the tuni...

Page 93: ...lution greater than 3840k2160 are played back in 3840k2160 Preparation Connect a 4K compatible TV to this unit 16 4K videos HDD Refer to Playing titles on the HDD 38 SD USB Refer to Playing titles on the media 42 Photos Refer to Playing photos 60 Video may not be played back smoothly depending on the USB device You can also watch the 4K contents stored in the DLNA Certified media server 67 Smart H...

Page 94: ...link function does not work when recording copying etc Playing music continuously even after turning off power to the TV The following operations make it possible to keep the power of the unit on and to play music continuously When the unit is directly connected to an amplifier receiver 1 While playing music Press OPTION 2 Select TV Power Off then press OK Sound may be discontinued for several sec...

Page 95: ...urned to standby mode e g When FINISH is displayed update of the software firmware has completed You cannot operate the unit until the update is complete Don t remove the AC mains lead during the update Removing the AC mains lead while the update is in progress may damage the unit From Internet The front panel display during the update It may take up to a few hours until the update is completed de...

Page 96: ...management 3 Select the media then press OK 4 Select the management item then press OK Selectable items will change depending on the selected item and inserted media Disc Name Disc Protection On Disc Name Delete all titles Disc Protection Delete all titles Format Disc Format SD Card BD RE RAM DVD RW RW SD BD R R New disc only Formatting deletes all contents including computer data and they cannot ...

Page 97: ...0 minutes in case of DVD R DL and R DL Do not disconnect the AC mains lead while finalising This can render the disc unusable Depending on the disc it may take longer than displayed on the confirmation screen approximately four times longer You cannot finalise discs recorded on other manufacturer s equipment DVD R DVD RW R If you finalise discs recorded on Panasonic equipment other than this unit ...

Page 98: ... you change the channel when you start or end the playback of a title when you switch the unit on or to standby mode BD V DVD V Side cut does not have any effect When TV Aspect 86 is set to Pan Scan or Letterbox the Zoom effect is disabled The HOLD function deactivates all buttons on the unit and remote control Press and hold OK and RETURN simultaneously until X HOLD appears on the front panel dis...

Page 99: ...on the main unit to switch it on If the unit still cannot be operated consult the dealer Cannot eject a disc 1 While the unit is in standby mode press and hold OK the yellow button and the blue button at the same time for more than 5 seconds 00 RET is displayed on the front panel display 2 Repeatedly press 1 right until 06 FTO is displayed on the front panel display 3 Press OK The unit is switched...

Page 100: ... aspect ratio setting on TV Adjust the aspect ratio setting on this unit 98 If you connect to 4 3 TV set HDMI Video Format to 576p 480p 78 86 Check Aspect for Recording before recording or file conversion 78 82 The black screen appears on the TV This phenomenon may occur depending on the TV setting when Quick Start is activated Depending on the TV this phenomenon may be prevented by reconnecting t...

Page 101: ...mber of connected devices The picture may be distorted or a black screen may appear between scenes recorded with different aspect ratios Set Deep Colour Output 78 87 or Contents Type Flag 78 87 to Off 3D video is not output correctly 3D video may be output correctly by changing the following settings 3D Type of 3D Settings 78 86 Signal Format 46 3D settings during playback Check the settings of th...

Page 102: ...ayed Instead the programme will be saved as a separate programme and that will be overwritten A part or whole of a recorded title has been lost If there is a power failure or the AC mains lead is disconnected from the household mains socket while recording or editing the title may be lost or the HDD may become unusable We cannot offer any guarantee regarding lost programmes Sound Recording timer r...

Page 103: ...nition titles Cannot edit You may not be able to edit on the HDD if there is no available space Delete any unwanted titles to create empty space 47 Cannot create a video playlist Creation or editing of playlists cannot be done on this unit The time recorded on the disc and the available time shown do not add up DVD R R If you record or edit many times the remaining capacity is reduced and then rec...

Page 104: ...is 512 bytes or 4096 bytes For details consult the dealer of your USB HDD Picture regularly breaks up on some channels Adjust the reception with Manual Tuning 78 80 Picture very infrequently breaks up on some or all channels Electrical atmospheric interference caused by bad weather may cause pictures to break up and audio to mute or distort momentarily Photo The contents of the SD card cannot be r...

Page 105: ... the connection is being interrupted change the position or angle of your Wireless router If there is no improvement connect to a wired network and perform the Easy Network Setting 22 87 again To return all the settings to the factory preset Perform Shipping Condition or Default Settings 78 92 VIERA Link Check the settings of the connected TV etc This unit does not support ONE TOUCH PLAY function ...

Page 106: ...nit until the update is complete 95 The unit is hot The unit switches to standby for safety reasons Wait for about 30 minutes until the message disappears Install or place this unit with good ventilation When a disc is not inserted A malfunction has occurred The unit is trying to restore to the normal operation Once the message disappears you can use the unit again If it remains displayed consult ...

Page 107: ...ing Fail 3 Connection to gateway Fail 4 Connection to the Internet Fail 1 LAN cable connection or Connection to the wireless network Pass Connection and settings of the hub and router Settings of IP Address DNS Settings 78 88 2 IP address setting Fail 3 Connection to gateway Fail 4 Connection to the Internet Fail 1 LAN cable connection or Connection to the wireless network Pass 2 IP address settin...

Page 108: ...e video input pin jack 1 pc Input level 1 Vp p 75 Analogue audio L R input pin jack 1 pc Input level Full scale 2 0 Vrms at 1 kHz 10 k Analogue audio L R output pin jack 1 pc Output level Full scale 2 0 Vrms at 1 kHz 1 k Digital audio output optical 1 pc Digital audio output coaxial 1 pc HDMI output 19 pin type A 1 pc Internal HDD capacity 2 TB Other terminals USB Port Type A 2 pcs SD Card Slot 1 ...

Page 109: ...t of time and space remaining for recording Recording modes and approximate recording times Recording Mode HDD BD RE BD R 2 TB Single Layer 25 GB Dual Layer 50 GB DR HD quality 282 hours 3 hours 20 min 6 hours 40 min DR SD quality 529 hours 6 hours 30 min 13 hours Recording Mode HDD BD RE BD R 2 TB Single Layer 25 GB Dual Layer 50 GB HG 315 hours 4 hours 8 hours HX 471 hours 6 hours 12 hours HE 70...

Page 110: ...oatian 7282 Czech 6783 Danish 6865 Dutch 7876 English 6978 Esperanto 6979 Estonian 6984 Faroese 7079 Fiji 7074 Finnish 7073 French 7082 Frisian 7089 Galician 7176 Georgian 7565 German 6869 Greek 6976 Greenlandic 7576 Guarani 7178 Gujarati 7185 Hausa 7265 Hebrew 7387 Hindi 7273 Hungarian 7285 Icelandic 7383 Indonesian 7378 Interlingua 7365 Irish 7165 Italian 7384 Japanese 7465 Javanese 7487 Kannada...

Page 111: ...duct is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license and VC 1 patent portfolio license for the personal and non commercial use of a consumer to i encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard and VC 1 Standard AVC VC 1 Video and or ii decode AVC VC 1 Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non commercial activity and or was obtained from a video provider licensed to pr...

Page 112: ...e obligation to do so as well as the respective copyright notice thereof Contact Information oss cd request gg jp panasonic com The source code and the copyright notice are also available for free in our website below http panasonic net avc oss MS PlayReady Final Product Labeling This product contains technology subject to certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Use or distribution of th...

Page 113: ...or In addition to your rights under this warranty Panasonic products come with consumer guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law If there is a major failure with the product you can reject the product and elect to have a refund or to have the product replaced or if you wish you may elect to keep the goods and be compensated for the drop in value of the goods You are als...

Page 114: ...lise 97 Format 96 Media information 6 Protection 96 DVD Video 42 E Easy setting 21 Entering text 98 F Favourites 80 Finalise 97 Format Disc 96 HDD 83 SD Card 96 USB HDD 83 FUNCTION MENU 24 H HDD Format 83 Media information 6 K Keyword Recording 36 40 L Language code list 110 Lens cleaner 13 M Manual Tuning 80 Media Renderer 69 Menu screen 42 MiracastTM 69 MKV 42 Music 64 N Network BD Live 43 Conne...

Page 115: ...mer recording 31 Top Menu Create Top Menu 97 Troubleshooting guide 99 Easy Network Setting 107 Messages 106 Tuning Channel List 80 Manual Tuning 80 Parental Rating 81 Signal Condition 81 TV Anytime 71 TV Guide Operation 26 Timer recording 31 TV System 86 U USB HDD Cancellation of all USB HDD Registrations 83 Disconnection 74 83 Format 83 Media information 6 10 Registration 75 83 USB memories Media...

Page 116: ...responsibility to ensure that your use of this or any other device complies with applicable copyright legislation in your country Please refer to that legislation for more information on the relevant laws and regulations involved or contact the owner of the rights in the content you wish to record or playback Personal information handling To provide functions and services of this unit a device ID ...

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