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Panasonic DMR-HST270 Operating Instructions Manual

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TQBS0165
Operating Instructions
Model No.
50) or
HDD Recorder
DMR-HST270
Getting started
Watching broadcasts
Playing back video
Editing video
Copying video
Photo and Music
With Other Equipment
Other functions
Recording
Network
Setup
Reference

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions HDD Recorder DMR-HST270 Model No. Getting started Watching broadcasts Recording Playing back video Editing video Copying video Photo and Music Thank you for purchasing this product. Please read these instructions carefully before using this Network product, and save this manual for future use.

  • 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

    Batteries Supplied accessories • Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type Please check and identify the supplied recommended by the manufacturer. accessories. • Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte (Product numbers are correct as of December leakage and may cause a fire.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Safety precautions ....2 Supplied accessories ....3 Getting started Photo and Music Unit care...

  • Page 5: Unit Care

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

  • Page 6: Main Unit

    Main unit Front      Pull to flip down the front panel. 1 Display ( Inserting or removing media 2 Remote control signal sensor • Angle: Approx. 20° up and down, 30° left and ∫ USB device right •...
  • Page 7 Display         5 USB port indicator 1 Drive (HDD) indicator 6 Playback indicator 2 Main display section indicator 7 Remote control signal indicator • Messages and other information are 8 Recording indicator displayed. ( •...

  • Page 8: Remote Control

    Remote Control Instructions for operations are generally described using the 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 9: Connection

    Connection • Before making any connections, please disconnect all the units from AC power. (Connect the AC mains lead after making all connections.) • 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.
  • Page 10 Amplifier/receiver connections Network connection When this unit is connected to the network, you HDMI terminal can enjoy network functions (DLNA function, Network Service, TV Anytime, etc.). For details about connection method, refer to the instructions supplied with the connected equipment. After you make the LAN cable/Wireless LAN connection, the network setting is needed.

  • Page 11: Settings

    Settings Easy Network Setting Before use, perform the initial setup of the unit. After completing “Easy Setting”, you can continue with “Easy Network Setting”. Easy Setting Follow the on-screen instructions to establish your connection settings. Turn on the TV, then select the appropriate Select “Wired”...
  • Page 12 WPS (PUSH button): If your Wireless router supports WPS (PUSH • Refer to the operating instructions of the hub or router. button), you can easily perform the settings by • Do not use this unit to connect to any wireless network for pressing WPS button on it.
  • Page 13 Easy Network Setting. Complete these settings first, and then perform tuning in the next Manufacturer and Code No. step. Manufacturer Code Manufacturer Code Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Panasonic 01/02/03/04 AIWA NOBLEX Select “Basic Settings” in “Setup”, then press NOKIA 25/26/27/60/61 AKAI 27/30 NORDMENDE [OK].

  • Page 14: Watching Broadcasts

    Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts To show detailed information Press [STATUS ] again. Press [CH W X] to select the channel. To hide the information screen Press [EXIT • You can also select the channel by the To change Category following operations Press the blue button.
  • Page 15 Switching audio Using TV Guide Press [AUDIO]. Press [GUIDE]. • Audio will switch according to the contents of e.g. Landscape view the programme every time it is pressed. Landscape To listen to the Audio Description TUE 02.01.2018 XXXXX Category: All Channels XXXXX - XXXXX When “AD”...
  • Page 16 To stop REWIND LIVE TV or PAUSE LIVE TV Using Channel List 1 Press [∫]. 2 Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. You can select from the list of channel names. Press [OK]. All Channels • Temporary save stops in the following cases: - When switching to other channels or other screen - When the unit has started recording using all tuners •...

  • Page 17: Recording Tv Programmes

    Recording Recording To set the recording time TV programmes 1 Select “Recording Time” or “Continuous recording” in step 3 ( left). The programmes can only be recorded to Recording Time: built-in HDD and cannot be copied from You can set the length of recording time from built-in HDD to the media other than USB HDD.
  • Page 18 Operation during Recording To pause recording After displaying the recording programme, press To check the recording programme [;]. • Press again to restart recording. Press [STATUS (A programme is not split into separate e.g., While recording two programmes simultaneously programmes.) Recording programme REC1/OTR AUTO displayed on the TV...

  • Page 19: Timer Recording

    Timer recording To edit the timer recording on the TV Guide screen You can enter up to 32 programmes within a month in advance. (Each daily, weekly or series 1 Select the programme to edit, then press the programme is counted as one programme.) red button.
  • Page 20 To find the programmes quickly • If the signal is not sent correctly, the recording may lack the 1 On the TV Guide screen: beginning or the ending part of the programmes. Press [OPTION]. • If the same episode has already been set for series timer 2 Select the item below, then press [OK].
  • Page 21 Timer recording options To confirm and edit a timer programme Select the items and change the settings. Press [PROG/CHECK]. TUE 02.01.2018 XXXXX Timer Recording Time Remaining 400.00 DR e.g., Date Channel Day/Date Start Stop Mode Subtitles TUE 02.01.2018 XXXXX TUE 02.01 XXXXX XXXXX Timer Recording...
  • Page 22 Screen icons Notes on recording • When you programme successive timer Red : Timer recording standby is recordings to start, about last 1 minute of earlier activated. programme will not be recorded. Grey: Timer recording standby is • Timer recording will not start while: deactivated.

  • Page 23: Function Menu Screen

    The unit can copy programmes between the HDD Network Service ( and USB-HDDs. Network Service allows you to access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy Internet contents such as photos, videos, etc. from Network Service home screen. TQBS0165...

  • Page 24: Keyword Recording

    Keyword Recording Keyword Recording conditions When a search brings up too many programmes, The unit can find programmes that include we recommend revising the search conditions. specified keywords from programme names and programme information on TV Guide, and record Search Conditions: the programmes automatically.
  • Page 25 Keyword List operations To display the list of programmes found with the set keyword Displaying the Keyword List Press the yellow button in “Keyword Recording” screen. You can also set keywords from FUNCTION MENU. SAT 27.01 Schedule Programme Name 1 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. XXXXXX - XXXXXX Olympic opening ceremony XXXXXX - XXXXXX...

  • Page 26: Using The External Hdd (Usb Hdd)

    Using the external Registering the USB HDD HDD (USB HDD) • If the registering screen appears when If you intend to move recorded programmes to a connecting the USB HDD, go to step 5. USB HDD, the USB HDD must be registered to this unit first.

  • Page 27: Playing Back Video

    Playing contents on Playing Video Menu screen back video the HDD e.g.,     § Video Menu Grouped Programmes Time Remaining 400:00 (DR) Keyword Record Not Viewed Xxxxxx Xxxxx AVCHD “For recorded programmes ( 66)” only § Channel Date Programme Name Press [FUNCTION MENU].
  • Page 28 Recorded in 1080/50p contents Playing back grouped programmes Recorded in 1080/60p contents 1 On the Grouped Programmes screen: Select the item marked with Programme is restricted by Child Lock ( Parental Rating ) ( 53). 2 When playing all programmes: Programme has been recorded in Press [1 a1.3].
  • Page 29 Video list screen Playing Keyword Recording programmes e.g., Select “Keyword Record” tab. Video Menu \ Video \ Parent Folder Video Menu Time Remaining 400:00 (DR) Folder 01 Keyword Record Not Viewed Xxxxxx Xxxxxx AVCHD Folder 02 Programme will be deleted if not enough space on HDD. Press OPTION to change. 1: World Cup video01.mpeg 08.02.2013 XXXXX...

  • Page 30: Playing Contents On The Media

    Playing contents on Menu screen the media Selecting screen for each operation is displayed when the media is inserted, and you can access Play back content stored on media. the operation screen easily. e.g., § USB Device “For data files ( 66)”...

  • Page 31: Operation During Play

    Operation during play Frame-by-frame Some operations may not work depending on the While paused, press [2] (2;) or [1] (;1). media and contents. • Each press shows the next frame. • Press and hold to change in succession forward § or backward.

  • Page 32: 4K Networking

    4K Networking 3D video playback You can save 4K videos/photos recorded with Preparation digital cameras and other 4K-compatible devices Connect 3D compatible TV to this unit. ( to the HDD of this unit and play them back. • Perform the necessary preparations for the TV. Play back following the instructions displayed on the screen.

  • Page 33: Playback Menu

    Playback menu Basic Operation Soundtrack A variety of playback operations and settings can Show or change the soundtrack. be performed from this menu. Available options differ depending on the playing Audio Selection/AD contents and the condition of the unit. Switch in the case of multiple audio and Audio Description.
  • Page 34 Sound Effect Settings Picture Settings DSD Decode Sampling Frequency Picture Type Select the settings that suit your sound quality Select the picture quality mode during play. preferences. Sharpness Adjustment DSD LPF Setting Select the settings that suit your sound quality Noise Reduction preferences.

  • Page 35: Deleting/Editing Programmes

    Deleting/Editing Editing video Editing recorded programmes programmes On the Video Menu screen: Once deleted, divided or partially deleted, Select the programme. content cannot be restored to its original • Multiple selection ( left) state. Make certain before proceeding. Press [OPTION]. §...
  • Page 36 2 Set the picture quality change options, then Dividing programme press [OK]. 1 Select “Divide Programme” in “Edit”, then Picture Quality ( 66): press [OK]. • [USB_HDD] You cannot select XP, SP and LP 2 Press [OK] at the point to divide the mode.
  • Page 37 To delete the chapter: To cancel a picture quality change if you 1 Select the chapter, then press the red selected “Now” button. Press and hold [RETURN ] for more than • Multiple selection ( 3 seconds. 2 Select “Delete”, then press [OK]. To combine chapters (Delete chapter To cancel a picture quality change if you mark):...

  • Page 38: Copying Programmes

    Copying programmes Copying video To change the selection The unit can copy programmes between the HDD 1 Select “No”, then press [OK] in step 6 ( left). and USB-HDDs. 2 Select the programme, then press the yellow button. § Repeat this step to select programmes. 3 Press the blue button.
  • Page 39 Copying programmes with copying list Copying video files > [USB] [HDD] Press [FUNCTION MENU]. On the video list screen: Select “Copy Video”, then press [OK]. Select the file or folder. Copy e.g., Cancel All Source Copy Direction Video Menu \ Video \ Destination USB HDD USB HDD...

  • Page 40: Photo

    Photo Photo and Music Photo play option You can play back pictures recorded on the HDD While displaying a photo: of the unit and various media. Press [OPTION]. § Select the item below, then press [OK]. Graphic Display Level You can change the 3D position of the “For data files ( 66)”...
  • Page 41 Photo Menu screen Slideshow settings e.g., [HDD] On the Photo Menu screen: Press the green button. Photo Menu Slideshow 03.01.2012 Start Slideshow 29.10.2012 Interval Normal 25.02.2013 Transition Effect Fade 15.03.2013 Repeat Play Music Selection No background music Background Music No List Page 0002/0002 Page Up...
  • Page 42 Editing photos Selecting and copying the photos [HDD] > [HDD] [USB_HDD] [USB] On the Photo Menu screen: On the Photo Menu screen: To edit the folder: To copy the folder: Select the folder. Select the folder, then press the blue button. To edit the photo: To copy the photo: 1 Select the folder, then press [OK].

  • Page 43: Music

    Music Copying automatically You can play back music recorded on the HDD of > [HDD] [USB_HDD] [USB] the unit and various media. Newly added photos will automatically be copied § to the HDD. “For data files ( 66)” only § Insert the media.
  • Page 44 Playing music file on the HDD Copying music [USB_HDD] [USB] > [HDD] Press [FUNCTION MENU]. On the music list screen: Select “Music” in “Contents on HDD”, then Select the file or folder. press [OK]. The music list screen appears. e.g., Go to step 3 ( 43, Playing music file on the Music Menu...

  • Page 45: Network Service

    TV Anytime Network Network Service allows you to access some Operations such as the ones below can be specific websites supported by Panasonic, and performed from anywhere with a smartphone or enjoy Internet contents. tablet installed with Media Center App.

  • Page 46: Home Networking (Dlna)

    Home Networking (DLNA) • The programmes with access restriction (e.g., copy restriction) are not available. Home Networking (DLNA) allows you to watch the • If video frames are dropped, change the following settings. contents and broadcasts on Server equipment - Conversion Setting for DLNA ( connected on the same network from Client - Resolution Setting for DLNA ( •...
  • Page 47 Format Example of file extension then press [OK]. JPEG .jpg .mpo §1, 2 Operate the Digital Media Controller Only when the server is another Panasonic compatible equipment. §1 Blu-ray Disc Recorder, etc. 2D playback only. §2 To exit Press [RETURN...
  • Page 48 When no devices are found Wi-Fi Direct ® Wi-Fi Direct is a standard that enables wireless Wi-Fi Direct Connection LAN devices to communicate each other directly Device not found. To connect with a Wi-Fi Direct compatible device, without a wireless broadband router. please check connection mode of pairing device and select “Search again”.

  • Page 49: With Other Equipment

    Copying the HD Video With Other Equipment Screen icons (AVCHD) About other screen icons Refer to “Screen icons”. ( 27, 39) You can import HD videos (AVCHD) recorded with a video camera to the unit. § video camera, etc. “For data files ( 66)”...

  • Page 50: Viera Link

    VIERA Link is a convenient function which will link You cannot operate the unit until the update the operations of this unit and a Panasonic TV is complete. Don’t remove the AC mains lead (VIERA) or an amplifier/receiver. You can use this during the update.

  • Page 51: Other Operations

    Enter Programme Name next opportunity. • You can also download the latest software (firmware) from the following website.   Shift Delete http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/  Finish ‘ “ Alphanumeric Other Characters Symbols RETURN •...

  • Page 52: Basic Settings

    Basic Settings Setup • To delete channels: Select the channel in the “Favourites” column, You can change the unit’s settings of Digital TV then press [OK]. Tuning, Sound, Display, Connection, Network etc. • Yellow: Delete all channels. in the menu. •...
  • Page 53 Update Channel List Dual Polarisation Mode You can update the channel list to the latest This setting should be changed in a case like one. when Freeview broadcast operation is changed. 1 Select the method and settings. Start Auto Setup again after this setting is 2 Select “Start Tuning”, then press [OK].
  • Page 54 HDD / USB HDD Format HDD Formatting deletes all contents on the Settings for Recording built-in HDD, and they cannot be restored. Check carefully before proceeding. Timer Record Start Buffer Settings for USB HDD This function sets the timer recording to start earlier than the TV Guide time.
  • Page 55 Sound System Volume Adjustment If the volume of a programme being watched Dynamic Range Compression through this unit is different than the volume of a programme being watched directly on the To lower the dynamic range for playback (e.g., at TV, the gap may be reduced by switching this night).
  • Page 56 Connection Contents Type Flag If “Automatic” is selected, the optimal method 3D Settings of playback depending on the TV (e.g. cinema) will automatically be selected (only 3D AVCHD Output when the TV supports Contents Type Flag). If 2D AVCHD video is recognised as 3D video and cannot be played back correctly, you may Network be able to play it by changing the setting.
  • Page 57 Network Service Settings Home Network Settings You can set the DLNA (Server) function. Second Screen Browsing When this function is set to “On”, you can enjoy the content you are viewing on a Home Network function Network Service application of You can switch between enable/disable of smartphone, etc.
  • Page 58 Others Remote device list • To register equipment manually Standby Settings 1 Select the device name or the MAC Address for the device you want to Quick Start register, then press [OK]. • On: 2 Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. It is possible to start quickly from standby •...
  • Page 59 Change the remote control code on the main unit Software Update in Standby and the remote control if you place other When you set this unit to standby mode, Panasonic products close together. software (firmware) updates ( 50) are • Use “Set Code1”, the factory set code, under downloaded automatically at the time you normal circumstances.

  • Page 60: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting guide Startup is slow. Reference • Startup takes time in the following situations: - The clock is not set. Before requesting service, make the following checks. If the problem still persists, consult - Immediately after a power failure or the AC your dealer for instructions.
  • Page 61 The images do not appear on the TV. Recording, timer recording and The picture is distorted during play, or video copying is not played correctly. • Check the connections. ( Cannot record. • Check the settings of the connected TV, etc. Cannot copy.
  • Page 62 Play TV Guide You have forgotten your rating PIN. The TV Guide information is not displayed properly. • The rating level returns to the factory preset. • Set the clock correctly. ( 59, Clock) 1 When the unit is on and no media is loaded or inserted, press and hold [OK] and the •...
  • Page 63 You cannot play contents properly from DLNA PLEASE WAIT compatible equipment on the network. • Displayed when the unit is started and is switched to • There may be some video that cannot be played standby mode. back on DLNA compatible equipment •...

  • Page 64: Hdd And Media Information

    • WMA 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. It cannot be played back directly from the USB HDD or USB memory. Playback is possible by §3...
  • Page 65 Information about contents About extension of files ∫ Broadcast Recordings Example of file Contents Numbers of programmes that can be recorded: extension Maximum “.mkv” Media programmes “.srt” 3000 “.sub” (Subtitle text files) • Maximum numbers of programmes are including “.txt” recordings of HD CAMCORDER.
  • Page 66 Recording mode (Picture Quality) Picture Quality HG/HX/HE/HL/HM XP/SP/LP Feature Programmes can be Recording can be done Recording can be done recorded in their original with reduced recording with reduced recording quality. volume in High definition volume in Standard (HD) quality definition (SD) quality §1 §1...

  • Page 67: Specifications

    Specifications ∫ Wireless LAN Standard compliance: IEEE802.11a/b/g/n Specifications are subject to change without Frequency range: 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz band notice. Security: ∫ General WPA™/WPA2™ Dimensions: 430 mm (W) (Encryption type: TKIP/AES, 41.5 mm (H) Authentication type: PSK) (including the projecting parts) (64 bit/128 bit) 193 mm (D) Mass:...
  • Page 68 • It may take some time to show the data service. content. Panasonic has no authority to and does • Some functions of the data service may be not grant you that permission and explicitly deactivated during recording.

  • Page 69: Licenses

    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 70 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 71: Index

    Index Wi-Fi Direct ......48 ® PAUSE LIVE TV ......16 1 2 3...
  • Page 72 Panasonic Corporation TQBS0165 http://www.panasonic.com F1217SR0 © Panasonic Corporation 2018...

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