Panasonic DMR-PWT520 Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic DMR-PWT520 Operating Instructions Manual

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Blu-ray Disc™ Player / HDD Recorder
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 Player / HDD Recorder is for viewing and recording free to view channels
only. It does not receive pay TV or encrypted channels.
Region management information
BD-Video:
This unit can play BD-Video discs
supporting the region code "B".
e.g.,
GL

Operating Instructions

DMR-PWT520
Model No.
DVD-Video: This unit can play DVD-Video discs
supporting the region number "4"
or "ALL".
e.g.,
VQT4C70

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Blu-ray Disc™ Player / HDD Recorder DMR-PWT520 Model No. 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 Player / HDD Recorder is for viewing and recording free to view channels only.
  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions WARNING CAUTION Unit Unit • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or • This unit utilizes a laser. Use of controls or product damage, adjustments or performance of procedures other - Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, than those specified herein may result in dripping or splashing.
  • Page 3: Supplied Accessories

    - Do not recharge alkaline or manganese Indemnity concerning recorded content batteries. Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for - Do not use batteries if the covering has been damages directly or indirectly due to any type of peeled off.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Safety precautions ..... .2 Editing video Supplied accessories ....3 Deleting recorded titles .
  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Changing the unit’s settings ... . . 68 About descriptions in these operating ..... 68 - Common procedures instructions .
  • Page 6: Hdd And Media Information

    Getting started HDD and media information Getting started Recordable/playable contents (–: Impossible) Recordable Media type Standard symbol Playable contents contents • Video • AVCHD Built-in hard disk drive • JPEG [HDD] (HDD) • MPO • MP3 • Video External HDD ( [USB_HDD] §1, 2 BD-Video...
  • Page 7 §1 It cannot be recorded directly. (Only compatible with copying from the built-in HDD) §2 Recorded with AVCHD compatible devices (Panasonic video camera, etc.). It may not be able to §3 play back depending on the device. Includes finalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, +R and +R DL.
  • Page 8: Notes

    Getting started HDD and media information Notes About extension of files File format Extension JPEG “.JPG” “.jpg” “.MPO” “.mpo” “.MP3” “.mp3” “.DIVX” “.divx” “.AVI” “.avi” DivX “.SRT” “.srt”, “.SUB” “.sub”, “.TXT” “txt” Subtitle text files § “.MKV” “.mkv” “.SRT” “.srt” “.SSA”, “.ssa”, “.ASS”,...
  • Page 9 Getting started Notes for the USB devices Media handling • This unit does not guarantee connection with all • Do not touch the recorded surface of the discs USB devices. or the terminal surface of the SD cards. • FAT12, FAT16 and FAT32 file systems are DO NOT supported.
  • Page 10: Unit Care

    Getting started Unit care HDD/USB HDD handling care When moving the unit • The HDD is a high precision device Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is empty. The HDD is a high precision recording instrument and is easily susceptible to damage. 1 Switch the unit to standby mode.
  • Page 11: Control Reference Guide

    Getting started Control reference guide Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. Remote control  1 Transmit the remote control signal • Point it at remote control signal sensor on this unit. (    2 Switch the unit from on to standby mode or ...
  • Page 12 Getting started Control reference guide Main unit Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray and insert or remove a disc.             USB memory Pull to flip down  the front panel. SD card = Display 1 Standby/on switch (Í/I)
  • Page 13: Connection

    • 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.
  • Page 14: Other Tv Connections

    Getting started Connection When the unit is not to be used for a long Other TV connections time • Connect to terminals of the same colour. To save power, unplug it from the household mains socket. This unit consumes a small AUDIO IN VIDEO IN amount of power, even when the unit is in standby mode.
  • Page 15: Amplifier/Receiver Connections

    Getting started ∫ Amplifier/receiver not compatible with 3D Amplifier/receiver connections 3D programmes can be played back when HDMI terminal this unit is connected to a 3D compatible 3D programmes can be played back when • This connection only supports up to 5.1ch. this unit is connected to a 3D compatible amplifier/receiver and a 3D compatible TV.
  • Page 16 Getting started Connection DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal AUDIO OUT terminal • Connect to terminals of the same colour. Amplifier/receiver OPTICAL IN Amplifier/receiver AUDIO IN Optical digital audio cable Audio cable • When you do not want the audio to be output from the TV, set “HDMI Audio Output”...
  • Page 17: Network Connection

    You must be aware of these limits before using this unit. LAN (ethernet) cable 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 Broadband router, etc.
  • Page 18: Settings

    While pressing [TV Í], enter the code with the number buttons.   TV operation buttons Manufacturer and Code No. DRIVE INPUT SELECT right) PAGE Brand Code Brand Code Panasonic 01/02/03/04 NOBLEX AIWA NOKIA 25/26/27/60/61 AKAI 27/30 INTERNET NORDMENDE BEKO 05/71/72/73/74 RADIO/ BENQ 58/59...
  • Page 19: Easy Setting

    Getting started Easy Setting Set “Power Save” to “On”, “On Timer” or “Off”, then press [OK]. Turn on the TV, then select the appropriate AV input to suit the connections to this unit. Power Save in Standby Power Save Press [Í] on the remote control or [Í/I] on From this unit.
  • Page 20: Easy Network Setting

    Getting started Settings Easy Network Setting Connection method to wireless access point Search for wireless network: After completing “Easy Setting”, you can continue 1 Select “Search for wireless network”, then with “Easy Network Setting”. press [OK]. Preparation 2 The available wireless networks will be •...
  • Page 21 Getting started When you experience problems • Refer to the operating instructions of the hub or router. Refer to “When you experience problems with • Home Network function setting can be set only when you Easy Network Setting”. ( selected “Off” for “Power Save in Standby” in “Easy Setting”.
  • Page 22: Function Menu Screen

    Getting started FUNCTION MENU screen You can easily access the desired functions, such FUNCTION MENU list as playback, timer recording, the unit’s settings etc. via the FUNCTION MENU. FUNCTION MENU Playback Contents Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Video ( FUNCTION MENU Photo ( Playback Contents Music ( TV Guide...
  • Page 23: Watching Broadcasts

    Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts Using Channel List Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. ( You can select from the list of channel names. Press [CH W X] to select the channel. Press [OK]. All Digital Channels Remain 71:20 Select 10:30 AM...
  • Page 24: Using Tv Guide System

    Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts Using TV Guide system Using channel information While watching a programme Press [GUIDE]. Press [STATUS TV Guide screen appears.  e.g., TV Guide Sat 01.01.2012 8:05 AM Category: All Digital Channels 10:30 AM NEWS 8:00 AM - 9:45 AM SUN 01.01 8:00 AM 8:30...
  • Page 25: Operations While Watching Broadcast

    Watching broadcasts Operations while watching broadcast REWIND LIVE TV/PAUSE LIVE TV This unit temporarily saves a live TV programme To show subtitle you are watching with this unit’s tuner on HDD. When “ ” appears in channel information REWIND LIVE TV You can rewind live TV programme up to Press [STTL 1.5 hours before.
  • Page 26 Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts Display information To stop REWIND LIVE TV or PAUSE LIVE TV 1 Press [STOP ∫]. While pausing or rewinding a broadcast: 2 Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. Press [STATUS Pause To hide the display information 8:05 AM 9:35 AM 8:50 AM Press [EXIT...
  • Page 27: Recording

    Recording Recording TV programmes Recording To set the recording time The titles can only be recorded to built-in 1 Select “Recording Time” or “Continuous HDD and cannot be copied from built-in HDD recording” in step 3 ( left). to the media other than USB HDD. Recording Time: You can set the length of recording time from 30 minutes to 4 hours.
  • Page 28: Operation During Recording

    Recording Recording TV programmes Operation during Recording To pause recording After displaying the recording programme, press To check the recording programme [PAUSE ;]. • Press again to restart recording. Press [STATUS (A title is not split into separate titles.) e.g., While recording two programmes simultaneously •...
  • Page 29: Timer Recording

    Recording Timer recording To cancel a timer recording on the TV Guide screen 1 Select the programme to cancel, then press • This operation will only record to built-in HDD. the red button. • This unit can record two programmes being 2 Select “Timer Rec Cancel”, then press [OK].
  • Page 30: Manually Programming Timer Recording

    Recording Timer recording Manually programming timer Timer recording options recording Select the items and change the items. Press [PROG/CHECK]. e.g., Timer Recording Remain 30:24 SUN 01.01.2012 8:05 AM Timer Recording Remain 30:30 SUN 01.01.2012 8:05 AM Channel Name Schedule Space Channel Day/Date Start...
  • Page 31: Timer Recording From Channel Information

    Recording Notes on timer recording Timer recording from channel information • You can enter up to 32 programmes within a month in advance. (Each daily or weekly You can make timer recording of the current or programme is counted as one programme.) next programme.
  • Page 32: To Confirm And Edit A Timer Programme

    Recording Timer recording To confirm and edit a timer Screen icons programme Red: Timer recording standby is activated. Press [PROG/CHECK]. Grey: Timer recording standby is deactivated. e.g., Currently recording programme Timer Recording Remain 30:30 SUN 01.01.2012 8:05 AM Space Channel Name Schedule A part or all of the programme will not be SAT 08.01...
  • Page 33: Playing Back Video

    Playing back video Playing titles on the HDD Playing back video DIRECT NAVIGATOR (VIDEO) screen Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select “HDD”, Screen icons then press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. e.g., Currently recording programme   Protected title Title was not recorded due to DIRECT NAVIGATOR Grouped Titles VIDEO...
  • Page 34 Playing back video Playing titles on the HDD Switching the appearance Titles will be categorised automatically. 1 Press [OPTION]. You can quickly find the recorded titles by 2 Select “Grouped Titles” or “All Titles”, then selecting the tab. press [OK]. Grouped Titles: To select the tab Two or more titles recorded in the daily/weekly...
  • Page 35 Playing back video Editing the grouped titles Playback from Chapter View 1 Select the title or the group, then press the Regarding chapters yellow button. You can divide a title into multiple chapters. Each • A check mark is displayed. Repeat this step. section between the division points (Chapter •...
  • Page 36: Playing Titles On The Media

    Playing back video Playing titles on the media Menu screen Selecting screen for each operation is displayed when the media is inserted, and you can access the operation screen easily. e.g., [USB] Insert the media. Depending on the type of the media, play Play Video View Photos starts from the specified position, or the...
  • Page 37: Notes For Bd-Live Discs

    Playing back video DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen Notes for BD-Live discs e.g., [BD-V] BD-Live allows you to enjoy more functions such DIRECT NAVIGATOR All Titles VIDEO BD-RE as subtitles, exclusive images and online games Channel Date Title Name by connecting this unit to the Internet. 29.10 Dogs and Cats Start Time 22:46 AM Rec time 0:10(HM)
  • Page 38: Operation During Play

    Playing back video Operation during play Quick View [HDD] [USB_HDD] [SD] Press and hold [PLAY/a1.3 1]. • Press again to return to normal speed. • Depending on the media and the type of file, some operations may not be possible. Search •...
  • Page 39 Playing back video Frame-by-frame To display Top Menu While paused, press [2] (2;) or [1] (;1). [BD-V] [DVD-V] • Each press shows the next frame. 1 Press [OPTION]. • Press and hold to change in succession forward 2 Select “Playback Menu”, then press [OK]. or backward.
  • Page 40: 3D Video Playback

    Playing back video Operation during play Changing audio 3D video playback Press [AUDIO]. Preparation • It will switch depending on the contents Connect 3D compatible TV to this unit. ( recorded every time it is pressed. • Perform the necessary preparations for the TV. Play back following the instructions displayed on the screen.
  • Page 41 Playing back video 3D settings during playback • Depending on the contents, displayed items are different. Change this setting when the screen is not • Subtitles and TV Guide, etc., may not display correctly correctly displayed for 3D compatible depending on the settings. programmes.
  • Page 42: Editing Video

    Editing video Deleting recorded titles Editing video Once deleted, recorded content cannot be Deleting during play restored to its original state. Make certain 1 Press [DEL] while playing. before proceeding. 2 Select “Delete”, then press [OK]. On the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen: Select the title.
  • Page 43: Editing Recorded Titles

    Editing video Editing recorded titles Once deleted, divided or partially deleted, Deleting recorded content cannot be restored to its 1 Select “Delete Title”, then press [OK]. original state. Make certain before proceeding. 2 Select “Delete”, then press [OK]. Entering title name 1 Select “Enter Title Name”...
  • Page 44 Editing video Editing recorded titles Partial deleting Changing thumbnail 1 Select “Partial Delete” in “Edit”, then press 1 Select “Change Thumbnail” in “Edit”, then [OK]. press [OK]. 2 Press [OK] at the start point and end point to 2 Press [OK] at the point to use as a thumbnail. delete.
  • Page 45 Editing video Editing chapters 1 Select “Chapter View”, then press [OK]. 2 Perform the editing operations. Edit Chapter Mark: Select the point where you want to start a new chapter while viewing the title. 1 Press the green button. 2 Press [OK] at the point you want to divide. •...
  • Page 46: Copying Video

    Copying video Copying titles Copying video § Set other settings, then press [OK]. e.g., The title in the source media will be deleted. § Automatic Standby after Copy Connect the USB HDD. The unit will be turn to standby after copying is completed.
  • Page 47 Copying video To change the selection 1 Select “No”, then press [OK] in step 5 ( 46). 2 Select the title, then press the yellow button. Repeat this step to select titles. 3 Go to step 4 ( 46). About screen icons on the DIRECT NAVIGATOR Refer to “Screen icons”.
  • Page 48: Photo

    Photo Playing photos Photo To stop the Slideshow §1 §2 Press [RETURN To exit the Calendar screen Press [PAUSE ;]. [BD-RE] only §1 • When there are many files and/or folders, some files may [DVD-R] only §2 not be displayed or be playable. ( •...
  • Page 49: Photo Play Option

    Photo Switching to the VIDEO or MUSIC screens Slideshow Settings [HDD]: On the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen: 1 On the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen: Press the red button. Press the green button. 2 Select “VIDEO” or “MUSIC”, then press [OK]. Slideshow Start Slideshow [BD-RE]: Interval Normal...
  • Page 50: Editing Photos

    Photo Editing photos Select the item, then press [OK]. Edit • Add to Album On the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen: [HDD] 1 Select the destination album, then press e.g., [HDD] [OK]. DIRECT NAVIGATOR PHOTO 2 Press [OK]. Album 1 Album 2 Album 3 Album 4 Date &...
  • Page 51: Copying Photos

    Photo Copying photos To stop copying Press and hold [RETURN ] for 3 seconds. Selecting and copying the photos • The name of the copied photos will be changed. > [HDD] [SD] • If the number of files/folders to be copied exceeds the >...
  • Page 52: Music

    Music Playing music Music Copying music to HDD § [USB] > [HDD] (MP3) [DVD-R] only § On the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen of the USB memory: Music CD: Press the blue button. Insert the disc. Select “Copy”, then press [OK]. Playback will automatically start. MP3: To stop copying Insert the media.
  • Page 53: Playing Music Recorded On Hdd

    Music Playing music recorded on HDD Switching to the VIDEO or PHOTO screens 1 On the DIRECT NAVIGATOR (Music Menu) [HDD] screen: Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press the red button. 2 Select “VIDEO” or “PHOTO”, then press [OK]. Select “Music” in “Playback Contents”, then press [OK].
  • Page 54: Operations During Music Play

    Music Playing music Operations during music play Displaying photos (Slideshow) Photos stored on the “Album” of the HDD can be [HDD] [DVD-R] [CD] [USB] played back as slideshow during playback of the Stop music. Press [STOP ∫]. While playing the music Press the red button.
  • Page 55: Editing Music/Playlist

    Music Editing music/playlist Delete All Tracks 1 If the confirmation screen appears: Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. On the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen: 2 Select “Delete”, then press [OK]. Press [OPTION]. e.g., Delete Album DIRECT NAVIGATOR Music Menu MUSIC Total Tracks 53 Select “Delete”, then press [OK].
  • Page 56: With Other Equipment

    (optional) Select “Start”, then press [OK]. • It may take time for the copying to start. • If you connect a Panasonic product with a USB connection To stop copying cable, setup screen may be displayed on the connected equipment. For details, refer to the instructions for the Press and hold [RETURN ] for 3 seconds.
  • Page 57: Copying Sd Video (Mpeg2 Format)

    With Other Equipment Copying SD Video (MPEG2 format) To edit the copying list [SD] [USB], video camera, etc. > [HDD] Select “List”, then press [1] (right) after step 2. left) 1 Select the title, then press the yellow button. Connect the video camera or insert the Repeat this step to select titles.
  • Page 58: Dlna Functions

    • Files not on the HDD cannot be played back. (This site is in English only.) • Playing back 3D video recorded on this unit may not work properly.
  • Page 59: Using This Unit As Client

    • You may not be able to use the Control Panel even if you You can share videos, photos and music stored in use the Panasonic DLNA compatible equipment. the DLNA Certified media server (such as a PC • Depending on the contents and the connected equipment, with Windows 7 installed etc.) connected via a...
  • Page 60: Using This Unit As Media Renderer

    With Other Equipment DLNA functions Using this unit as Media Renderer • Depending on the contents and the connected equipment, playback may not be possible. This unit will work as Media Renderer, which • Items displayed in grey on the display cannot be played allows you to play back the contents on DLNA back by this unit.
  • Page 61: Convenient Functions

    Convenient functions Format SD card Convenient functions Formatting deletes all contents (including computer data), and they cannot be restored. Check carefully before proceeding. Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Select “SD Card Management” in “Others”, then press [OK]. Select “Format Card”, then press [OK]. Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
  • Page 62: Registering The External Hdd (Usb Hdd)

    • Only one USB HDD can be connected at the HDDs, please check the following website. same time. • Do not connect additional HDDs using a USB http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ hub. • For details about connection method, refer to • Certain non-recommended USB HDDs cannot the instructions supplied with the USB HDD.
  • Page 63: Registering The Usb Hdd

    Convenient functions Registering the USB HDD To cancel all USB HDD registrations Refer to “Cancellation of all USB HDD • If the registering screen appears when Registrations”. ( connecting the USB HDD, go to step 4. Press [SETUP]. • If you register a USB HDD, all the content already recorded on the USB HDD will be deleted.
  • Page 64: Viera Link Functions

    You can operate this unit with the TV remote function which will link the operations of this unit control. and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or an Refer to “PAUSE LIVE TV”. ( amplifer/receiver. You can use this function by connecting the equipment with the HDMI cable.
  • Page 65: Viera Connect (Enjoying Internet Service)

    This unit’s rear panel discontinued either temporarily or permanently without notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty for the content or the continuity of the services. • All features of websites or content of the service may not be available.
  • Page 66: Playback Menu

    Convenient functions Playback menu Audio Selection Press [DISPLAY]. Switch in the case of multiple audio. e.g., Subtitle Style Disc Soundtrack 1 ENG 2/0 ch Select the subtitle style recorded on the disc. Play Subtitles 1 ENG Picture Sound Angle Angle §...
  • Page 67 Convenient functions Advanced Settings Sound • HD optimizer Sound Effects This will compensate the mosaic noise in the • This function is effective when “Digital Audio video and haze around the characters precisely. Output” is set to “PCM”. ( • Chroma Process •...
  • Page 68: Changing The Unit's Settings

    Convenient functions Changing the unit’s settings You can change the unit’s settings of Digital TV Menu list Tuning, Sound, Display, Connection, Network etc. The locations of the setting items are as follows. in the menu. For details on each setting item, please refer to Common procedures the following pages.
  • Page 69 Convenient functions Picture Network Still Mode ( Easy Network Setting ( Seamless Play ( Network Settings ( NTSC Video Output ( LAN Connection Mode ( Wireless Settings ( Sound Connection Setting ( Dynamic Range Compression ( Double Speed Mode Setting ( 2.4GHz ) ( Downmix ( IP Address / DNS Settings ( Digital Audio Output (...
  • Page 70: Digital Tv Tuning

    Convenient functions Changing the unit’s settings About the PIN Digital TV Tuning PIN is required to change the following settings. Favourites Edit Enter the 4-digit PIN following the on-screen You can create four favourites of channels for instructions. making viewing and recording easier. •...
  • Page 71: Channel List

    Convenient functions Channel List Manual Tuning You can edit the Channel List. You can add new channels manually. 1 Select the channel. Digital TV Channel List 2 Adjust the frequency. • Adjust the frequency by checking the signal strength and signal quality displays. 3 Press [OK] to start scan.
  • Page 72: Hdd / Disc / Usb Hdd

    Convenient functions Changing the unit’s settings Signal Condition HDD / Disc / USB HDD You can check the quality and strength of signals. Settings for Playback Press [CH W X] to select the channel. 3D BD-Video Playback Select the playback method of 3D compatible video software.
  • Page 73 TV Guide time. - High Definition video (AVCHD) recorded by Timer Record Stop Buffer the Panasonic video camera, etc. This function sets the timer recording to stop - High Definition quality video recorded on later than the TV Guide time.
  • Page 74: Picture

    Convenient functions Changing the unit’s settings Picture Settings for USB HDD USB HDD Registration Still Mode Register the USB HDD. ( Select the type of picture shown when you pause play. USB HDD Disconnection • Field: This function puts the USB HDD in a state in Select if jittering occurs when “Automatic”...
  • Page 75: Sound

    Convenient functions Sound Dolby D / Dolby D + / Dolby TrueHD DTS / DTS-HD Dynamic Range Compression MPEG To lower the dynamic range for playback (e.g., at Select the audio signal to output. night). • Select “PCM” when the connected •...
  • Page 76: Display

    Convenient functions Changing the unit’s settings Display Connection On-Screen Information 3D Settings Select the time until the channel information 3D Type screen ( 24) disappears automatically. If 3D video cannot be played back in 3D, you Unit’s Display may be able to play it in 3D by changing the setting.
  • Page 77 Convenient functions HDMI Connection HDMI Audio Output Select “Off” when connected to a TV with an HDMI Video Format HDMI cable, and connected to an You can only select items compatible with the amplifier/receiver not compatible with HDMI connected equipment. with a DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal.
  • Page 78: Network

    Convenient functions Changing the unit’s settings Network IP Address / DNS Settings Check the connection of the network or set Easy Network Setting the IP address and DNS. Press [OK] to start Easy Network Setting. ( • Press [OK] to show the respective setting. •...
  • Page 79: Others

    Convenient functions Home Network Settings Others You can set the DLNA (Server) function. Standby Settings Home Network function Power Save in Standby You can switch between enable/disable of • On: the DLNA (Server) and DMR (Media It will go into the “Power Save in Standby” Renderer) function.
  • Page 80 3 Press and hold [OK] for more than 5 seconds. PIN Entry 4 Press [OK]. You can set/change the PIN. ( • Operation is possible only with Panasonic remote controls with “IR6” printed at the bottom System Update when the remote control code of this unit is set to “Set Code 4”, “Set Code 5”...
  • Page 81: Language Code List

    Convenient functions System Information Language code list Display software (firmware), HDAVI Control version and Wireless Module version (When Abkhazian: 6566 Lingala: 7678 using wireless connection only) of this unit. Afar: 6565 Lithuanian: 7684 Afrikaans: 6570 Macedonian: 7775 Albanian: 8381 Malagasy: 7771 DivX Registration Amharic:...
  • Page 82: Software (Firmware) Update

    • The timer recording always takes preference over the software (Firmware) download; if the timer recording is scheduled to start, the downloading will be performed at the next opportunity. • You can also download the latest software (firmware) from the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ VQT4C70...
  • Page 83: Other Operations

    Convenient functions Other operations Entering text Switching the aspect ratio of the screen Preparation • Show the “Enter Title Name” screen, etc. When the image does not match the screen size of the TV, you can enlarge the image to fill the Select a character, then press [OK].
  • Page 84: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide Troubleshooting Before requesting service, make the following Cannot eject a disc. checks. If the problem still persists, consult 1 While the unit is in standby mode, press and your dealer for instructions. hold [OK], the yellow button and the blue Updating to the latest software (firmware) may button at the same time for more than solve the problem.
  • Page 85: Displays

    Troubleshooting There is a lot of image lag when playing video. Displays • Set “HD optimizer” in the Picture menu to “Off”. “0:00” is flashing on the unit’s display. • Set the clock. ( 68, 80) • Set “Audio Delay”. ( 68, 75) The clock does not display on the unit when The images do not appear on the TV.
  • Page 86: Sound

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide 3D video is not output correctly. Recording, timer recording and • Perform the 3D settings. ( copying • When a non-3D compatible amplifier/receiver is connected between this unit and a TV, 3D video Cannot record. is not output. ( Cannot copy.
  • Page 87: Edit

    Troubleshooting Audio and video momentarily pause. Copying, deleting and setting protection takes a long time. • DVD-R DL and +R DL discs have two writable layers on one side. Video and audio may • When there are a lot of folders and files, it may momentarily cut out when the unit is switching sometimes take a long time.
  • Page 88: Broadcast

    • Use 802.11n (2.4 GHz) Wireless router. • This unit does not support “ONE TOUCH PLAY” Simultaneous use with a microwave, cordless function of the Panasonic AV Control Receiver. telephone etc. at 2.4 GHz may result in connection interruptions or other problems.
  • Page 89: Reset

    Troubleshooting NoREAD Reset • The disc is dirty. ( 9) The unit cannot play. To return all the settings to the factory preset • The lens cleaner has finished cleaning. Perform “Shipping Condition” or “Default Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit to Settings”.
  • Page 90 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide START Update of the software (firmware) is started. (When a disc is not inserted) A malfunction has You cannot operate the unit until the update is occurred. The unit is trying to restore to the complete. ( normal operation.
  • Page 91: When You Experience Problems With Easy Network Setting

    Troubleshooting When you experience problems with Easy Network Setting (When a disc is inserted) There was something unusual detected with the disc. The unit is trying If there is any problem, the following message is to restore to the normal operation. Once the displayed on the screen.
  • Page 92 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide Easy Network Setting ( Home Network Easy Network Setting ( Internet Connection Connection Check ) Test ) Check the Display Check the following Display following Cannot find the • “Primary DNS” and 1. LAN cable • Connection server.
  • Page 93: Specifications

    Reference Specifications Reference Specifications are subject to change without ∫ Audio notice. Analog audio L/R out (pin jack): 1 pc. Output level: ∫ General Full scale 2.0 Vrms at 1 kHz (< 1 k≠) Dimensions: 430 mm (W) Digital audio out (optical): 1 pc.
  • Page 94 Reference Specifications ∫ LASER specification ∫ SD Card Class 1 LASER Product Compatible media: SD Memory Card §1 Wave length: Format: FAT12, FAT16, FAT32, exFAT §2 405 nm (BDs) Data that can be played: JPEG, MPO, 660 nm (DVDs) AVCHD format, MPEG-2, MP4 790 nm (CDs) Includes SDHC/SDXC cards.
  • Page 95 Reference About recorded titles Information for the files other than recorded programmes ∫ Recording quality and approximate recording times ∫ JPEG/MPO Depending on the content being recorded, the Playable media: HDD, BD-RE (SL/DL), recording time may become shorter than DVD-R, DVD-R DL, CD-R, CD-RW, SD Card, USB device indicated.
  • Page 96 SD-Video format §2 DivX Certified to play DivX video up to HD used on Standard Definition Camera 1080p, including premium content. (Panasonic and some other’s) GMC (Global Motion Compensation) is not Video Recording transfer is possible from §1 supported. SD card to HDD.
  • Page 97: Licenses

    Reference Licenses “AVCHD”, “AVCHD 3D”, “AVCHD Progressive” and “AVCHD 3D/Progressive” are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. Copyright 2004-2010 Verance Corporation. Cinavia™ is a Verance Corporation trademark. Protected by U.S. Patent 7,369,677 and worldwide patents issued and pending under license from Verance Corporation. All rights reserved.
  • Page 98 Reference Licenses ® ® DivX , DivX Certified and associated logos are trademarks of Rovi Corporation or its subsidiaries and are used under license. ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: ® ® DivX is a digital video format created by DivX, LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation. This is an official DivX Certified device that plays DivX video.
  • Page 99 MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. At least three (3) years from delivery of products, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code covered under LGPL.
  • Page 100: Limited Warranty

    Panasonic Warranty 1. The product is warranted for 12 months from the date of purchase. Subject to the conditions of this warranty Panasonic or its Authorised Service Centre will perform necessary service on the product without charge for parts or labour, if in the opinion of Panasonic, the product is found to be faulty within the warranty period.
  • Page 101: Index

    Reference Index Aspect ......76, 83 Delete Delete BD-Video data ....37 Audio Music .
  • Page 102 Reference Index HD Video (AVCHD) PAUSE LIVE TV ..... . . 25 Copy ....... .56 Photo Play .
  • Page 103 Reference SD Card Unit’s display Format ......61 Messages ......89 Media information .
  • Page 104 The recording and playback of content on this or any other device may require permission from the owner of the copyright or other such rights in that content. Panasonic has no authority to and does not grant you that permission and explicitly disclaims any right, ability or intention to obtain such permission on your behalf.

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