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Panasonic DMR-HCT230 Operating Instructions Manual

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Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.
• This unit is equipped with two CI/CI Plus slots. They can receive encrypted digital broadcast
services.
Software (Firmware) Update
EG
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" (
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ (This site is in English only.)

Operating Instructions

HDD Recorder
DMR-HCT230
Model No.
DMR-HCT130
86) or
VQT5C33

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Software (Firmware) Update Broadcast services continue to add new features. As they evolve, firmware updates may be required to support the latest features. Panasonic strives to continually update firmware as new technology is released. It’s very important you install the latest updates to maintain proper operation of your unit.

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions WARNING CAUTION Unit Unit • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or • Do not place sources of naked flames, such as product damage, lighted candles, on this unit. - Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, •...

  • Page 3: Supplied Accessories

    Indemnity concerning recorded content - Do not use batteries if the covering has been Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for peeled off. damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording or edited...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Safety precautions ..... . 2 Editing video Supplied accessories ....3 Deleting/Editing recorded titles .

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Playback menu......71 DMR-HCT230 and DMR-HCT130. The illustrations in Basic Settings ......73 these Operating Instructions show images of DMR- .

  • Page 6: Hdd And Media Information

    Refer to “Playable contents”. ( It cannot be recorded directly. (Only compatible with copying from the built-in HDD) §1 Recorded with AVCHD format compatible devices (Panasonic video camera, etc.). It may not be §2 able to play back depending on the device.

  • Page 7: Recording Mode

    Getting started 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”...

  • Page 8: Notes

    Getting started HDD and media information Notes To format an SD card Refer to “Format SD card”. ( Notes for an External HDD (USB HDD) You can use an external HDD in the following two • Usable memory is slightly less than the card capacity. ways.

  • Page 9: Unit Care

    Getting started Unit care HDD/USB HDD handling care When moving the unit 1 Switch the unit to standby mode. (Wait until • The HDD is a high precision device “BYE” disappears from the display.) The HDD is a high precision recording 2 Remove the AC mains lead from the instrument and is easily susceptible to damage.

  • Page 10: Control Reference Guide

    Getting started Control reference guide Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. Remote control 9 Show DIRECT NAVIGATOR (  : Show OPTION menu ( 45, 56, 61) ; Colour buttons (Use in accordance with instruction on the screen.) ...
  • Page 11 Getting started Main unit Display  COPY  PLAY 1 Drive (HDD or SD) indicator 2 Copying indicator Pull to flip down the front panel. 3 USB port indicator 4 SD card slot indicator 5 Remote control signal indicator 6 Timer recording indicator 1 Standby/on switch (Í/I) •...

  • Page 12: Ci (Common Interface) Module

    Getting started CI (Common Interface) module An appropriate CI module is required to view or record the encrypted broadcast. You need a CI module, CAM (Conditional Access Module) together with a certified Smart Card, and a subscription with the corresponding broadcaster. •...

  • Page 13: About Ci Plus Compatible Broadcast

    Getting started About CI Plus compatible broadcast Retention limit There are some titles for which the playback will “CI Plus” is a technical specification that imposes be disabled after a predetermined time. contents protection, etc. (e.g., Permitted playback period is 90 minutes CI Plus contents protection after recording.) •...

  • Page 14: Connection

    Getting started Connection Basic connections 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 the CATV terminal or the aerial CATV coaxial cable or aerial cable This unit’s rear panel HDMI cable...

  • Page 15: Amplifier/Receiver Connections

    Use the High Speed HDMI cables. is not 3D compatible. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized. It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. When outputting 1080p signal, please use HDMI HDMI Cables 5.0 meters or less.
  • Page 16 Getting started Connection ∫ Amplifier/receiver not compatible with 3D DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal 3D programmes can be played back when this unit is connected to a 3D compatible Amplifier/receiver OPTICAL IN • This connection only supports up to 5.1ch. Optical digital audio cable Amplifier/receiver HDMI IN...

  • Page 17: Network Connection

    • Use category 5 or above straight LAN cables (STP) when limits before using this unit. connecting to peripheral devices. Panasonic will in no way be responsible for any • Inserting any cable other than a LAN cable in the LAN incidental damage which may arise due to a terminal can damage the unit.

  • Page 18: Settings

    While pressing [TV Í], enter the code with the number buttons.   TV operation buttons Manufacturer and Code No. INPUT 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/...

  • Page 19: Easy Setting

    Getting started 2 [DVB-C] Easy Setting Select “Start Auto Setup”, then press The tuner in this unit is compatible with digital [OK]. Cable broadcast services and digital terrestrial • Frequency broadcast services. Auto • In these operating instructions, The preset frequency will be [DVB-C] : indicates features applicable to digital automatically used.
  • Page 20 Getting started Settings Select the item to match the type of TV Clock will be set automatically. connected. If the clock setting screen appears, set the For details, refer to “TV Aspect”. ( time manually ( 85, Clock). When “Easy Setting has been completed.” Set Quick Start to “On”, “Off”...

  • Page 21: Easy Network Setting

    Getting started Easy Network Setting Connection method to wireless access point After completing “Easy Setting”, you can continue Search for wireless network: with “Easy Network Setting”. 1 Select “Search for wireless network”, then press [OK]. Select “Wired” or “Wireless”, then press 2 The available wireless networks will be [OK].
  • Page 22 Getting started Settings When you experience problems • Refer to the operating instructions of the hub or router. Refer to “When you experience problems with • If you set “Home Network function” or “Remote Recording Easy Network Setting”. ( function” to “On”, the setting for “Quick Start” is fixed to “On”.

  • Page 23: Function Menu Screen

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

  • Page 24: Watching Broadcasts

    Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts If this unit request a PIN Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. ( Enter the PIN with the number buttons by following the on-screen instructions. Press [CH W X] to select the channel. •...

  • Page 25: Using Channel List

    Watching broadcasts Using Channel List Using TV Guide system You can select from the list of channel names. Press [GUIDE]. Press [OK]. TV Guide TUE 01.01.2013 8:05 Category: All DVB Channels 8:00 - 9:45 All DVB Channels Sorting 123... TUE 01.01 8:00 8:30 9:00...

  • Page 26: Using Channel Information

    Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts Using channel information Operations while watching broadcast While watching a programme To show subtitle Press [STATUS When “ ” appears in channel information left) 71:20 DR Press [STTL • Press again to hide subtitle. To change subtitle language 10:30 1 Press [OPTION].
  • Page 27 Watching broadcasts To use data service (Hybrid Broadcast Aspect Broadband TV) You can switch the screen mode. You can enjoy the interactive data services for Refer to “Switching the aspect ratio of the digital broadcasting. screen”. ( To use Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application, perform network connection and To select the contents in the broadcast settings.

  • Page 28: Rewind Live Tv/Pause Live Tv

    Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts REWIND LIVE TV/PAUSE LIVE TV 1 The time that you can rewind the live programme. This unit temporarily saves a live TV programme 2 The amount of time temporarily saved on you are watching with this unit’s tuner on HDD. HDD.

  • Page 29: Recording

    Recording Recording TV programmes Recording The titles can only be recorded to built-in Select “Automatic Stop”, then press HDD and cannot be copied from built-in HDD [OK]. to the media other than USB HDD. • One touch recording (OTR) Recording stops automatically when the programme ends.

  • Page 30: Operation During Recording

    Recording Recording TV programmes To convert the recording mode after recording Operation during Recording in DR mode Refer to “File Conversion”. ( To check the recording programme To confirm whether the conversion is Press [STATUS completed e.g., While recording two programmes simultaneously Refer to “To confirm whether the conversion is completed”.

  • Page 31: Notes For Recording Of An Encrypted Broadcast

    Recording To pause recording Notes for recording of an encrypted broadcast After displaying the recording programme, press [PAUSE ;]. This unit allows you to record/view/play an • Press again to restart recording. encrypted programme by decryption using a (A title is not split into separate titles.) supporting CI module.
  • Page 32 Recording Recording TV programmes • When “Decrypt Recording” is selected Decryption Programme “A” “B” Decryption is performed when the unit is turned While recording off. It will take about the same time as the programme “A”, start Record Recording recorded duration. impossible recording programme (Decrypted)

  • Page 33: Timer Recording

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

  • Page 34: 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 30:24 DR TUE 01.01.2013 8:05 Timer Recording 30:30 DR TUE 01.01.2013 8:05 Channel Name Space Schedule Mode Channel Day/Date Start Stop...

  • Page 35: Timer Recording From Channel Information

    PC, Smartphone, - copying HD Video (AVCHD) from USB device etc. or SD card For details, please check the following website. - copying photos/music http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ - formatting (This site is in English only.) Preparation • Network connection ( 17, 21) •...

  • Page 36: 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 30:30 DR TUE 01.01.2013 8:05 Channel Name Space Schedule Mode A part or all of the programme will not be...

  • Page 37: Playing Back Video

    Playing back video Playing titles on the HDD Playing back video DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen § “For recorded titles ( 8)” only Screen icons § Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Currently recording programme Select “Video” in “Contents on HDD”, Protected title then press [OK]. Title was not recorded due to e.g., recording protection...
  • Page 38 Playing back video Playing titles on the HDD Title is recorded using a different Showing Information encoding system from that of the Select the title, then press [STATUS unit. Change the “TV System” ( 73, 80). Radio programme Switching the appearance 3D contents 1 Press [OPTION].
  • Page 39 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 40: Playing Titles On The Media

    Playing back video Playing titles on the media Video list screen § e.g., “For data files ( 8)” only § Videos \ Video \ Parent Folder Insert the media. Folder 01 Folder 02 Depending on the type of the media, play video01.mkv starts from the specified position, or the video02.mkv...

  • Page 41: Operation During Play

    Playing back video Operation during play Quick View 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. • Depending on the media, it may take time for the menu •...
  • Page 42 Playing back video Operation during play Frame-by-frame Skipping the title or chapter While paused, press [2] (2;) or [1] (;1). Press [SKIP :] or [SKIP 9]. • Each press shows the next frame. • Press and hold to change in succession forward •...

  • Page 43: 3D Video Playback

    Playing back video 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 44: 4 Vqt5C33

    Playing back video Operation during play 3D settings during playback • Depending on the contents, displayed items are different. Change this setting when the screen is not • This unit only guarantees the playback of the Frame correctly displayed for 3D compatible Sequential and the Side-by-Side (Half) programme types.

  • Page 45: Editing Video

    Editing video Deleting/Editing recorded titles Editing video Once deleted, divided or partially deleted, Editing recorded content cannot be restored to its original state. Make certain before proceeding. • If the title is contents protected, you may not perform editing other than deleting. ( §...
  • Page 46 Editing video Deleting/Editing recorded titles Deleting Partial deleting 1 Select “Delete Title”, then press [OK]. 1 Select “Partial Delete” in “Edit”, then press 2 Select “Delete”, then press [OK]. [OK]. 2 Press [OK] at the start point and end point to delete.
  • Page 47 Editing video 3 Select the item, then press [OK]. File Conversion Convert & Delete: File Conversion is a function to convert the The original title will be deleted to save HDD recording mode of the title in DR mode and capacity after conversion.
  • Page 48 Editing video Deleting/Editing recorded titles To cancel a “During standby” conversion File Decryption After performing steps 1–3 ( 45, Editing) [HDD] 1 Select “File Conversion” in “Edit”, then press Encrypted titles ( ) can be decrypted manually. [OK]. 2 Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. 1 Select “File Decryption”...
  • Page 49 Editing video Editing chapters • The maximum number of chapters: (Depends on the state of recording.) Approx. 1000 per title 1 Select “Chapter View”, then press [OK]. • When the title has the maximum number of chapters, you 2 Perform the editing operations. cannot perform the Resume play function ( 37) with the title.

  • Page 50: Copying Video

    Copying video Copying titles Copying video §1, 2, 3 Set other settings, then press [OK]. e.g., “For recorded titles ( 8)” only §1 Automatic Standby after Copy The title in the source media will be deleted. §2 The recording mode cannot be changed. §3 Standby status can be changed if required.

  • Page 51: Copying Titles With Copying List

    Copying video To change the selection Copying titles with copying list 1 Select “No”, then press [OK] in step 6 ( 50). ,. [USB_HDD] [HDD] §1, 2, 3 2 Select the title, then press the yellow button. “For recorded titles ( 8)”...
  • Page 52 Copying video Copying titles Register titles for copy. Select “Start Copying”, then press [OK]. 1 Select “Create List”, then press Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. [1] (right). 2 Select “New item”, then press [OK]. 3 Select the title, then press the yellow To cancel all registered copying settings and button.
  • Page 53 Copying video Editing the copying list Screen icons 1 Select the title after step 3 ( 52). Titles that cannot be copied Copy Cancel All Title recorded using a different Destination Capacity: (NTSC) ( 50% ) Size: Copy Direction Title encoding system from that of the USB HDD Size...

  • Page 54: Photo And Music

    Photo and Music Playing photos Photo and Music To exit the Calendar screen § Press [PAUSE ;]. “For data files ( 8)” only § • When there are many files and/or folders, some files may not be displayed or not be playable. ( 101) •...

  • Page 55: Photo Play Option

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

  • Page 56: Editing Photos

    Photo and Music Editing photos Select the item, then press [OK]. Enter Folder Name Refer to “Entering text”. ( On the Photo Menu screen: e.g., [HDD] Combine Folders [HDD] Photo Menu Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. 03.01.2012 29.10.2012 25.02.2013 15.03.2013 Delete Folder Select “Yes”, then press [OK].

  • Page 57: Copying Photos

    Photo and Music Copying photos § Copying automatically “For data files ( 8)” only (JPEG, MPO) § > [HDD] [USB_HDD] [SD] [USB] Newly added photos will automatically be copied Selecting and copying the photos to the HDD. > [SD] [HDD] Insert the media.

  • Page 58: Playing Music

    Photo and Music Playing music Copying music (MP3) to HDD § [USB_HDD] [USB] > [HDD] “For data files ( 8)” only (MP3) § After performing steps 1–2 ( left) Insert or connect the media. Press the blue button. The menu screen appears. ( Select “Copy”, then press [OK].

  • Page 59: Playing Music Recorded On Hdd

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

  • Page 60: Operations During Music Play

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

  • Page 61: Editing Music/Playlist

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

  • Page 62: Network

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

  • Page 63: 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.).

  • Page 64: Using This Unit As Media Renderer

    Digital Media Controller compatible software § FLAC should be installed. Only when the server is another DIGA. §1 Following steps are necessary to use this unit as Recording mode in Panasonic Blu-ray Disc §2 Media Renderer. recorder Photo Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Format Example of file extension Select “Media Renderer”...

  • Page 65: Using Smart Home Networking (Dlna) With Wi-Fi Direct

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

  • Page 66: Enjoying Network Service

    • The services through Network Service are operated by their respective service providers, and service may be discontinued either temporarily or permanently without notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty for the This unit’s rear panel content or the continuity of the services.

  • Page 67: With Other Equipment

    The menu screen appears. ( • The original file must be in the AVCHD standard. Select “Copy Video ( AVCHD )”, then press • If you connect a Panasonic product with a USB connection cable, setup screen may be displayed on the connected [OK].

  • Page 68: Registering The External Hdd (Usb Hdd)

    For the latest information on confirmed USB the instructions supplied with the USB HDD. HDDs, please check the following website. Disconnecting the USB HDD http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ Please use the following procedure to disconnect. Disconnecting without following this procedure • Certain non-confirmed USB HDDs cannot be may result in the loss of recorded content from used with this unit.

  • Page 69: Registering The Usb Hdd

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

  • Page 70: Convenient Functions

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

  • Page 71: Playback Menu

    Convenient functions Playback menu A variety of operations and settings such as Basic Operation changing the subtitles and audio languages can Soundtrack be performed during playback of video or music. Show or change the soundtrack. Also, picture and sound quality can be set to your Multi Audio personal taste.
  • Page 72 Convenient functions Playback menu Video Settings Sound Settings Picture Mode Sound Effects Select the picture quality mode. • This function is effective when “Digital Audio HD optimizer Output” is set to “PCM”. ( Reduces unnecessary noise in videos. The Re-master 1/Re-master 2 greater the value is the less noise will appear.

  • Page 73: Basic Settings

    Convenient functions Basic Settings You can change the unit’s settings of DVB Tuning, Menu list Sound, Display, Connection, Network etc. in the The locations of the setting items are as follows. menu. For details on each setting item, please refer to Common procedures the following pages.
  • Page 74 Convenient functions Basic Settings Picture Network Still Mode ( Easy Network Setting ( Network Settings ( Sound LAN Connection Mode ( Dynamic Range Compression ( Wireless Settings ( Downmix ( Connection Setting ( Bilingual Audio Selection ( Double Speed Mode Setting ( 2.4GHz ) ( Digital Audio Output ( IP Address / DNS Settings ( PCM Down Conversion (...

  • Page 75: Dvb Tuning

    Convenient functions DVB Tuning Auto Setup You can restart the Auto Setup. ( Favourites Edit 1 Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. You can create four favourites of channels for • If the country selection screen appears: making viewing and recording easier. Select the country, then press [OK].
  • Page 76 Convenient functions Basic Settings Settings for DVB-C Channels Signal Condition You can check the quality and strength of [DVB-C] signals. Channel List Press [CH W X] to select the channel. You can edit the channel list. • To hide/reveal channels •...

  • Page 77: Hdd / Usb Hdd

    Convenient functions Update Channel List Preferred Language You can update the channel list to the latest Select the language for multi broadcast. one. If the selected language is not available, the original language will be selected. Signal Condition You can check the quality and strength of HDD / USB HDD signals.
  • Page 78 Convenient functions Basic Settings Aspect for Recording Settings for USB HDD Sets the aspect ratio when recording or USB HDD Registration copying except in DR mode. Register the USB HDD. ( • “HG”, “HX”, “HE”, “HL” or “HM” mode: If “Automatic” is selected, the title will be recorded with the original aspect ratio.

  • Page 79: Picture

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

  • Page 80: Display

    Convenient functions Basic Settings Display TV Aspect Set to match the type of TV connected. Language • Pan & Scan: Select the language for on-screen menus. Side picture is trimmed for 16:9 picture. On-Screen Information The pictures may be shown in the letterbox style depending Select the time until the channel information on the content.

  • Page 81: Network

    Convenient functions Network HDMI Audio Output Select “Off” when connected to an Easy Network Setting amplifier/receiver with a DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal. Press [OK] to start Easy Network Setting. ( Contents Type Flag Network Settings If “Automatic” is selected, the optimal method of playback depending on the TV (e.g.
  • Page 82 For details please check the following • To set the IP address and DNS website. 1 Set “IP Address Auto-assignment” and http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ “DNS-IP Auto-assignment” to “Off”. 2 Select the item, then press [OK] to show (This site is in English only.) the respective setting.
  • Page 83 Convenient functions Home Network Settings Registration type for remote devices You can set the DLNA (Server) function. • Automatic: All connected devices on the same network can access this unit. Home Network function • Manual: You can switch between enable/disable of Only registered devices can access this the DLNA (Server) and DMR (Media unit.

  • Page 84: Others

    Automatic Standby and the remote control if you place other Set the time to turn the unit to standby mode Panasonic products close together. automatically. • Use “Set Code1”, the factory set code, under When the unit is not operating, the unit will be normal circumstances.
  • Page 85 Convenient functions Clock System Update If the time is not set correctly, use the settings Software Update in Standby listed in the method below. When you set this unit to standby mode, • Automatic software (firmware) updates ( 86) are This unit usually obtains time and date downloaded automatically at the time you information from digital broadcasts.

  • Page 86: Software (Firmware) Update

    • For the latest firmware update information, please refer to the Panasonic support site below. • You can also download the latest software (firmware) from the following website.

  • Page 87: Other Operations

    Convenient functions Other operations Format SD card Entering text Preparation [SD] • Show the “Enter Title Name” screen, etc. Formatting deletes all contents (including computer data), and they cannot be restored. Select a character, then press [OK]. Check carefully before proceeding. Repeat this step to enter other characters.

  • Page 88: Switching The Aspect Ratio Of The Screen

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

  • Page 89: Troubleshooting

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

  • Page 90: Displays

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide The remote control does not work. TV screen and video • The remote control and main unit are using Screen size is wrong. different codes. Change the code on the remote control. • Check the “TV Aspect” or “Aspect for 4:3 Video”. Press and hold [OK] and •...
  • Page 91 Troubleshooting 3D video is not output correctly. The images do not appear on the TV. • 3D video may be output correctly by changing The picture is distorted during play, or video the following settings: will not play correctly. - “3D Type” of “3D Settings” ( •...

  • Page 92: Sound

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide Auto Renewal Recording does not work Sound properly. No sound. • The programme will not be overwritten in the Distorted sound. following cases: • Check the connections. ( - the programme is protected • Check the settings of the connected TV, etc. - any programme is being played back or copied •...

  • Page 93: Play

    Troubleshooting Play Photo Cannot play back. The contents of the SD card cannot be read. • Refer to “Screen icons”. ( • Remove the card from the slot and then insert again. If this does not solve the problem, switch •...

  • Page 94: Tv Guide

    In this case, change TV (VIERA) setting for • Reveal the channel on the channel list. ( “HDAVI Control” again. • This unit does not support “ONE TOUCH PLAY” function of the Panasonic AV Control Receiver. VQT5C33...

  • Page 95: Network

    Troubleshooting When using Wireless LAN connection, video Network from the DLNA Certified media server is not You cannot access this unit from DLNA played back or video frames are dropped compatible equipment on the network. during playback. • Check the network connection and the network •...

  • Page 96: Messages On The Unit's Display

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide Messages on the unit’s display PLEASE WAIT • Displayed when the unit is started and is The following messages or service numbers switched to standby mode. appear on the unit’s display when something unusual is detected. • There was a power failure or the AC plug was disconnected while the unit was on.
  • Page 97 Troubleshooting UPD / X HOLD (“∑” stands for a number.) The HOLD function is activated. ( The software (firmware) is being updated. You cannot operate the unit until the update is or F complete. ( (“∑” stands for a number.) There is something unusual.

  • Page 98: When You Experience Problems With Easy Network Setting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide When you experience problems with Easy Network Setting ( Home Network Connection Check ) Easy Network Setting If there is any problem, the following message is Check the Display displayed on the screen. following Wireless Settings 1. LAN cable •...
  • Page 99 Troubleshooting Easy Network Setting ( Internet Connection Test ) Display Check the following Cannot find the • “Primary DNS” and server. (B019) “Secondary DNS” settings of “IP Address / DNS Settings” ( 73, 82) No connection • The server may be busy or could be made to the service may have been the server.

  • Page 100: Reference

    Reference Specifications Reference Specifications are subject to change without ∫ HDMI terminal notice. HDMI out (19 pin type A): 1 pc. Output format: ∫ General PCM, MPEG, Dolby Digital, Dimensions: 300 mm (W) Dolby Digital Plus 52 mm (H) • This unit supports “HDAVI Control 5” (excluding the projecting parts) function.
  • Page 101 Reference ∫ MKV Maximum numbers of titles that can be Playable media: USB device recorded MPEG-4 AVC (H.264) profile is up to High Profile, Level 4. HDD, 999 titles AAC-LC, MP3, Dolby Digital audio, PCM, USB HDD (When continuously recording for Vorbis and FLAC can be decoded.
  • Page 102 Reference Specifications Recording modes and approximate recording times Depending on the content being recorded, the recording time may become shorter than indicated. ∫ DR mode Recording Mode [HCT230] [HCT130] (1 TB) (500 GB) DR (HD quality) 150 hours 75 hours DR (SD quality) 422 hours 211 hours...
  • Page 103 The recording and playback of content on this or any other device may require permission from the owner of the copyright or other such rights in that content. Panasonic has no authority to and does not grant you that permission and explicitly disclaims any right, ability or intention to obtain such permission on your behalf.

  • Page 104: Licenses

    Reference Licenses “AVCHD”, “AVCHD 3D”, “AVCHD Progressive” and “AVCHD 3D/Progressive” are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. DLNA, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance. DVB and the DVB logos are trademarks of the DVB Project.
  • Page 105 Basic Settings menu. At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code covered under GPL V2.0, LGPL V2.1 or the other licenses with the...

  • Page 106: Index

    Reference Index Aspect ......80, 88 Favourites ......75 Audio .
  • Page 107 Reference Recording ......29 USB HDD Timer recording ..... . . 33 Cancellation of all USB HDD Registrations .
  • Page 108 Note for the battery symbol (bottom symbol): This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved. Manufactured by: Panasonic Corporation Kadoma, Osaka, Japan Importer: Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH...

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