Region management information BD-Video: This unit can play BD-Video discs DVD-Video: This unit can play DVD-Video discs supporting the region code “B”. supporting the region number “2” or “ALL”. e.g., e.g., Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model. VQT4W68...
Safety precautions • Do not place sources of naked flames, such as WARNING lighted candles, on this unit. • This unit may receive radio interference caused Unit by mobile telephones during use. If such • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or interference occurs, please increase separation product damage, between this unit and the mobile telephone.
BS1362. Indemnity concerning recorded content Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI mark Ì Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for on the body of the fuse. damages directly or indirectly due to any type of If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you...
Registering the external HDD (USB HDD) . . 76 About descriptions in these operating ....76 - Connecting the USB HDD instructions ....76 - Disconnecting the USB HDD •...
Getting started HDD and media information Getting started For more details, refer also to the specifications. ( 110) Recordable/playable contents (–: Impossible) Media type Standard symbol Recordable contents Playable contents • Video • AVCHD/AVCHD 3D Built-in hard disk drive • JPEG [HDD] (HDD) §1...
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It cannot be recorded directly. (Only compatible with copying from the built-in HDD) §2 Recorded with AVCHD format compatible devices (Panasonic video camera, etc.). It may not be §3 able to play back, add, or edit depending on the device.
Getting started Notes Notes for an External HDD (USB HDD) You can use an external HDD in the following two ways. (A single HDD cannot handle those two ways simultaneously.) • For recorded titles Moving titles in the built-in HDD to a USB HDD to save the capacity of the built-in HDD. •...
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Getting started HDD and media information Notes for the SD cards Media handling • Do not touch the recorded surface of the discs • Compatible SD card or the terminal surface of the SD cards. - SD Memory Card (from 8 MB to 2 GB, FAT12 and FAT16 formats) DO NOT - SDHC Memory Card...
• This lens cleaner may not be available for Setup precautions sale in all countries, e.g. not available in Germany, please consult your Panasonic • Place the unit on a surface that is flat and dealer for advice. not subject to vibration or impact.
Getting started Control reference guide Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. Remote control 9 Show DIRECT NAVIGATOR, Top Menu, Pop-up Menu ( : Show OPTION menu ( 46, 60, 65) ; Colour buttons (Use in accordance with ...
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Getting started Display Main unit Pull to flip down the 6 Recording indicator front panel. • The indicator will light up while recording. • The indicator will blink while recording is paused and before recording starts. 1 Standby/on switch (Í/I) Press to switch the unit from on to standby 7 Remote control signal sensor...
Refer to “VIERA Connect (Enjoying Internet Service)”. ( About HDMI cable Use the High Speed HDMI cables. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized. It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. When outputting 1080p signal, please use HDMI Cables 5.0 meters or less. VQT4W68...
Getting started When the unit is not to be used for a long Amplifier/receiver connections time HDMI terminal To save power, unplug it from the household mains socket. This unit consumes a small amount of power, even when the unit is in 3D programmes can be played back when standby mode.
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Getting started Connection ∫ Amplifier/receiver not compatible with 3D DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal ∫ Using Optical digital audio cable 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...
You must be aware of these limits before using this unit. • Use category 5 or above straight LAN cables (STP) when Panasonic will in no way be responsible for any connecting to peripheral devices. incidental damage which may arise due to a •...
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...
Getting started Easy Setting Set the Owner ID-Data Entry (“NAME”, “HOUSE NO” and “POSTCODE”). Turn on the TV, then select the appropriate e.g., AV input to suit the connections to this unit. Owner ID-Data Entry Press [Í] on the remote control or [Í/I] on 0000 NAME this unit.
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Getting started Settings Set “Quick Start” to “On”, “Off” or “Timer To stop partway Setting for Quick Start”, then press [OK]. Press [BACK/RETURN Quick Start To restart setup Timer Setting for Quick Start 6:00 23:00 1 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. ( 2 Select “Setup”...
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].
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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”. ( 108) function”...
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 ( Video (AVCHD) ( FUNCTION MENU Playback Contents Video (MP4) (...
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 [OK]. Press [INPUT SELECT] and select “TV”, then press [OK]. All DVB Channels Press [CH W X] to select the channel.
Watching broadcasts Using TV Guide system Using channel information While watching a programme Press [GUIDE]. Press [STATUS TV Guide screen appears. 71:20 DR TUE 01/01/2013 8:05 Category: All DVB Channels 8:00 - 9:45 TUE 01/01 8:00 8:30 9:00 9:30 10:00 10:30 10:30 9:00 - 11:00...
Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts Operations while watching broadcast To show Digital teletext (MHEG) When “TEXT” appears in channel information To show subtitle When “STTL” appears in channel information 1 Press [TEXT 2 Use [3, 4, 2, 1], number buttons or colour Press [STTL buttons, etc.
Watching broadcasts While pausing a programme via external input: REWIND LIVE TV/PAUSE LIVE TV Press [STATUS This unit temporarily saves a live TV programme you are watching with this unit’s tuner on HDD. 8:50:55 01/01/2013 REWIND LIVE TV Play 8:50.50 You can rewind live TV programme to the point ...
Recording Recording TV programmes Recording To set the recording time 1 Select “Recording Time” or “Continuous recording” in step 4 ( left). • This operation will only record to built-in HDD. Recording Time: • This unit can record two programmes being You can set the length of recording time from broadcasted at the same time.
Recording 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 •...
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].
Recording If “Overlapped Timer Recording” screen Various functions with Freeview appears Guide Link Overlapped Timer Recording The recording’s start and stop times can be Timer programme overlaps with others. controlled by the broadcaster, e.g. delayed start. Some part or all of programmes may not be recorded completely. •...
Recording Timer recording Manually programming timer Recording recommended programme recording (Recommendation Booking) You can record a programme that the broadcaster Press [PROG/CHECK]. recommends. Timer Recording 30:30 DR TUE 01/01/2013 8:05 1 On the TV Guide screen: Space Channel Name Schedule Mode Select the programme, then press [OK].
Recording Timer recording options Timer recording from channel information Select the items and change the items. You can make timer recording of the current or e.g., next programme. Timer Recording 30:24 DR TUE 01/01/2013 8:05 While watching a programme Channel Day/Date Start Stop...
For details, please check the following website. • When the programme recorded in DR mode is http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ converted, the audio content and subtitle (This site is in English only.) language will be selected according to the...
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 TUE 08/01 11:00 - 11:45...
Playing back video Playing titles on the HDD Playing back video DIRECT NAVIGATOR (VIDEO) § screen “For recorded titles” only § Screen icons Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select “HDD”, then press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. Currently recording programme • If the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen of Protected title photo or music is displayed, press the red button, then select “VIDEO”.
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Playing back video Titles cannot be copied to the disc in Showing Information high definition quality mode (DR, HG, Select the title, then press [STATUS HX, HE, HL, HM) any more. Titles can be copied to the disc in high definition quality mode (DR, HG, HX, HE, HL, HM) once.
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Playing back video Playing titles on the HDD 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 •...
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. “For data files” only § e.g., [USB] Insert the media. Play Video View Photos Depending on the type of the media, play...
Playing back video Playing titles on the media DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen DIRECT NAVIGATOR (AVCHD) screen e.g., [SD] e.g., DIRECT NAVIGATOR All Titles VIDEO BD-RE Time Remaining 10h30m (DR) DIRECT NAVIGATOR Video ( AVCHD ) SD Card Channel Date Title Name 29/10 Date Time...
Playing back video Notes for BD-Live discs [BD-V] BD-Live allows you to enjoy more functions such as subtitles, exclusive images and online games by connecting this unit to the Internet. Preparation 1 Perform network connection and settings. 17, 21) 2 Insert a disc. For the playback method, refer to the instructions for the disc.
Playing back video Operation during play Search Press [SLOW/SEARCH 6] or [SLOW/SEARCH 5]. • Press [PLAY/a1.3 1] to restart play. • Depending on the media and the type of file, some operations may not be possible. • The speed increases up to 5 steps. •...
Playing back video Manual Skip Changing audio Skip forward 1 minute: Select the desired audio with “Multi Audio” in the Disc menu ( 79). Press [MANUAL SKIP +60s]. Skip backward 10 seconds: Press [MANUAL SKIP -10s]. Switching subtitles [HDD] [USB_HDD] (For recorded titles) [BD-RE] •...
Playing back video Operation during play 3D video playback 3D Picture Mode Preparation Normal Connect 3D compatible TV to this unit. ( Normal 3D effects. • Perform the necessary preparations for the TV. Soft Soft 3D effects. Play back following the instructions displayed •...
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]. • If the disc is protected, release the protection. ( 74, Disc Protection) §...
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]. § “For recorded titles” only §...
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Editing video Partial deleting Changing thumbnail [HDD] [USB_HDD] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [HDD] [USB_HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW] 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.
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Editing video Editing recorded titles Audio Description: File Conversion • Automatic [HDD] [USB_HDD] Audio Description will be recorded if they are File Conversion is a function to convert the included in the title, and will not be recorded recording mode of the title in DR mode and if they are not included.
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Editing video Editing chapters To cancel a “Now” conversion Press and hold [BACK/RETURN ] for more [HDD] [USB_HDD] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] than 3 seconds. 1 Select “Chapter View”, then press [OK]. To confirm whether the conversion is 2 Perform the editing operations. completed Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].
Copying video Copying titles Copying video §1, 2, 3 Set other settings, then press [OK]. e.g., Automatic Standby after Copy §1 Standby status can be changed if required. Please press OK to start copying. “For recorded titles” only §1 RETURN The title in the source media will be deleted.
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Copying video To change the selection Setting the copying options 1 Select “No”, then press [OK] in step 6 ( 50). 1 Select the item in step 7 ( 50). 2 Press [2, 1] to change the settings. e.g., [HDD] > [BD-RE] The order of copying •...
Copying video Copying titles Copying from media other than HDD Copying titles with copying list with DIRECT NAVIGATOR ,. [USB_HDD] [HDD] §1, 2, 3 [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [+RW] > [HDD] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [DVD-R] > [HDD] Insert a disc. [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW] The menu screen appears.
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Copying video Register titles for copy. Make other settings. 1 Select “Create List”, then press 1 Select “Other Settings”, then press [1] (right). [1] (right). 2 Select “New item”, then press [OK]. e.g., 3 Select the title, then press the yellow Copy button.
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Copying video Copying titles Editing the copying list Screen icons 1 Select the title after step 4-4 ( 53). Titles that cannot be copied in high speed mode Copy Cancel All Destination Capacity: 2:00 ( 50% ) Size: 1:00 Titles that cannot be copied Copy Direction BD / DVD Size...
• Titles (SD Video) that have been copied to the HDD from an SD card or a Panasonic video camera, etc. ( - [HDD] > [+R] [+RW] : • Titles recorded in “EP” mode and “FR (recordings 5 hours or longer)”...
Copying video Copying titles Set “Copy Time”. About maintaining the chapter mark 1 Select “Copy Time”, then press • The position of the chapter might shift slightly. [1] (right). • Maximum number of chapters on the disc is 2 Select “Time Setting”, then press [OK]. limited.
The high speed copy is performed if available. - Without the AVCHD information (video recorded with Refer to “Notes for copying”. ( certain non-Panasonic equipment, video copied to the HDD after copying it to BD-R or BD-RE once, etc.) • 3D video will become 2D.
Photo Playing photos Photo To exit the Calendar screen §1 §2 §3 Press [PAUSE ;]. • When there are many files and/or folders, some files may not be displayed or not be playable. ( 112) “For data files” only (JPEG, MPO) §1 [BD-RE] only §2...
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] [RAM]: Interval Normal...
Photo Editing photos §1 §2 Select the item, then press [OK]. Edit [BD-RE] only §1 • Add to Album [RAM] only §2 [HDD] 1 Select the destination album, then press On the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen: [OK]. e.g., [HDD] 2 Press [OK]. DIRECT NAVIGATOR PHOTO Album 1...
Photo Copying photos §1 §2 §3 Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. Copying starts. “For data files” only (JPEG, MPO) §1 To stop copying [BD-RE] only §2 Press and hold [BACK/RETURN ] for [RAM] [DVD-R] only §3 3 seconds. Selecting and copying the photos •...
Music Playing music Music Copying music (MP3) to HDD §1 §2 [USB_HDD] [DVD-R] [CD] [USB] > [HDD] “For data files” only (MP3) §1 After performing steps 1–2 ( left) [DVD-R] only §2 Press the blue button. Music CD: Select “Copy”, then press [OK]. Insert the disc.
Music Playing music recorded on HDD Frequently Played [HDD] Tracks most often played recently (up to Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 30 tracks). Select the track, then press [OK]. Select “Music” in “Playback Contents”, then press [OK]. Random Play DIRECT NAVIGATOR Music Menu MUSIC Total Tracks 53 Random playback of all tracks.
Music Playing music Operations during music play Displaying photos (Slideshow) Photos stored on the “Album” of the HDD can be [HDD] [USB_HDD] [DVD-R] [CD] [USB] played back as slideshow during playback of the music. Stop While playing the music Press [STOP ∫]. Press the red button.
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].
With Other Equipment Recording from external equipment With Other Equipment Flexible Recording via AV input [HDD] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] Preparation [DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW] § § Connect the Set Top Box or video equipment This function is not available with DVD-R DL §...
With Other Equipment Linked timer recording (Set Top Box, etc.)–EXT LINK [HDD] Recording mode: XP, SP, LP, EP • Connect the equipment with AV input terminal using a 21-pin Scart cable ( 15). • Set “AV Input” and “Ext Link” ( 90).
(optional) become a title.) Press [OK]. • If you connect a Panasonic product with a USB connection cable, setup screen may be displayed on the connected Select “Start”, then press [OK]. equipment. For details, refer to the instructions for the It will automatically format the unformatted connected equipment.
With Other Equipment Copying SD Video (MPEG2) [USB_HDD] [SD] [USB], > [HDD] [RAM] video camera, etc. • The original file must be in the SD-Video standard. Connect the video camera or insert the media. • Make the video camera ready for data transfer.
(This site is in English only.) DLNA function compatible software should be § installed. For more details, refer to the Panasonic website. ( left) • Some video or broadcasts cannot be enjoyed depending on the DLNA (Client) compatible equipment, the condition of Preparation this unit, or the file type.
• 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.).
With Other Equipment Smart Home Networking (DLNA) 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.
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.
Convenient functions Media management Delete all titles [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 1 Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. Select “Others”, then press [OK]. 2 Select “Start”, then press [OK]. A message appears when finished. Select the item, then press [OK]. 3 Press [OK].
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• 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, the background selected as “Top Menu” may not be displayed. • Discs finalised on this unit may not be playable on other players due to the condition of the recording.
• For details about connection method, refer to For the latest information on confirmed the instructions supplied with the USB HDD. USB HDDs, please check the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ Disconnecting the USB HDD Please use the following procedure to disconnect. • Certain non-confirmed USB HDDs cannot be Disconnecting without following this procedure used with this unit.
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 5. Press [FUNCTION MENU]. • If you register a USB HDD, all the content already recorded on the USB HDD will be deleted.
• This unit supports “HDAVI Control 5” function. Playing music continuously even after “HDAVI Control 5” is the standard for Panasonic’s HDAVI turning off power to the TV Control compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with Panasonic’s conventional HDAVI equipment.
Convenient functions Playback menu A variety of operations and settings such as Disc changing the subtitles and audio languages can Video be performed during playback of video or music. The original video recording method Also, picture and sound quality can be set to your (MPEG-4 AVC etc.) appears.
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Convenient functions Playback menu Picture Sound Mode Sound Effects Select the picture quality mode during play. • This function is effective when “Digital Audio Output” is set to “PCM”. ( • Normal Re-master 1/Re-master 2 Default setting. Sound becomes more natural by adding •...
Convenient functions Changing the unit’s settings (Setup) You can change the unit’s settings of 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.
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Convenient functions Changing the unit’s settings (Setup) Picture Network Still Mode ( Easy Network Setting ( Seamless Play ( Network Settings ( LAN Connection Mode ( Sound Wireless Settings ( Dynamic Range Compression ( Connection Setting ( Downmix ( Double Speed Mode Setting ( 2.4GHz ) ( Bilingual Audio Selection ( IP Address / DNS Settings ( Digital Audio Output (...
Convenient functions Tuning • To delete channels: Select the channel in the “Favourites” column, Favourites Edit then press [OK]. You can create four favourites of channels for • Yellow: Delete all channels. making viewing and recording easier. • To change the name of the Favourites list: 1 Press the red button in the “Favourites”...
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Convenient functions Changing the unit’s settings (Setup) Auto Setup Signal Condition You can restart the Auto Setup. ( You can check the quality and strength of signals. PIN is required when you have locked channels. Press [CH W X] to select the channel. 85, Child Lock List) Select “Yes”, then press [OK].
Description may not work. Set them to “PCM” - High Definition video (AVCHD) recorded by 88, Digital Audio Output). the Panasonic video camera, etc., - High Definition quality video recorded on this Preferred Subtitles unit, Subtitles select which video to play back.
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Convenient functions Changing the unit’s settings (Setup) BD-Live Settings for Recording You can restrict Internet access when BD-Live REWIND LIVE TV functions are used. Turn on/off the REWIND LIVE TV function. • If “On ( Limit )” is selected, Internet access is •...
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Convenient functions Recording Format for DVD Settings for USB HDD You can copy titles to DVD in high speed USB HDD Registration mode, if you set to “Video format” before Register the USB HDD. ( recording a programme. • This setting is valid for the following cases: USB HDD Disconnection - File Conversion ( This function puts the USB HDD in a state in...
Convenient functions Changing the unit’s settings (Setup) Picture Bilingual Audio Selection Select whether to record the audio type (“M1” or Still Mode “M2”) when: Select the type of picture shown when you pause - File Conversion ( play. - Copying to a DVD-R, DVD-RW, +R and +RW. •...
Convenient functions Connection Audio Delay Mis-sync between the video and audio is 3D Settings corrected by delaying the audio output. 3D Type Audio for HG / HX / HE / HL / HM Recording If 3D video cannot be played back in 3D, you If the programme has multi channel audio, priority may be able to play it in 3D by changing the is given to what you select.
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Convenient functions Changing the unit’s settings (Setup) 7.1ch Audio Reformatting HDMI Connection [BD-V] HDMI Video Format Surround sound with 6.1 ch or less is You can only select items compatible with the automatically expanded and played back at connected equipment. 7.1 ch.
Convenient functions 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. ( • To set the IP address and DNS 1 Set “IP Address Auto-assignment”...
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For details please check the following • Select from a preset list website. Select the preset name, then press [OK]. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ • Create name (This site is in English only.) Enter the name. Refer to “Entering text”. (...
Convenient functions Others Automatic Standby after Copy • On: Standby Settings This unit is turned to standby mode when it is not operated for approximately 5 minutes Quick Start after completing copy ( 52, Copying from • On: media other than HDD with DIRECT It is possible to start quickly from standby NAVIGATOR, Copying titles with copying mode.
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In order to prevent another person from using this and the remote control if you place other unit if it is stolen, you can set a PIN and input Panasonic products close together. your personal information (NAME, HOUSE NO, POSTCODE).
Convenient functions System Update Language code list Software Update in Standby Lingala: 7678 Abkhazian: 6566 When you set this unit to standby mode, Afar: 6565 Lithuanian: 7684 Afrikaans: 6570 Macedonian: 7775 software (firmware) updates ( 96) are Albanian: 8381 Malagasy: 7771 downloaded automatically at the time you Malay:...
• The timer recording always takes preference over the 17, 21) 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/ VQT4W68...
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].
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.
Troubleshooting 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 •...
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Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide 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”...
Troubleshooting Timer recording does not work properly. Sound • Failed timer recordings are displayed in grey No sound. with on the Timer Recording screen. ( Distorted sound. When you programme a timer recording, check • Check the connections. ( the screen icons. If “!” is displayed, this timer •...
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide Auto Renewal Recording does not work Play properly. Cannot play back. • The programme will not be overwritten in the • The disc is dirty. ( following cases: • The disc is scratched or marked. - the programme is protected •...
Troubleshooting Image for the Quick View is not smooth. Photo • Image may not be played back smoothly in case The contents of the SD card cannot be read. of DR, HG, HX, HE, HL, HM mode titles, AVCHD format titles or BD-Video. •...
• There was a programme change, or TV Guide • This unit does not support “ONE TOUCH PLAY” information from a broadcast station was function of the Panasonic AV Control Receiver. possibly not correctly transmitted. • If signal quality is bad, the TV Guide system may not be able to receive any data.
Troubleshooting When using Wireless LAN connection, video Network from the DLNA Certified media server is not played back or video frames are dropped You cannot access this unit from DLNA during playback. compatible equipment on the network. • Use 802.11n (2.4 GHz) Wireless router. •...
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide Messages on the unit’s display NoWRIT You cannot write to this disc. The following messages or service numbers The disc may be damaged. Use a new disc. appear on the unit’s display when something unusual is detected. PLEASE WAIT •...
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Troubleshooting UNSUPPORT The media is not supported. (When a disc is inserted) There was something unusual detected with the disc or the unit. The unit is trying to restore to the normal operation. UPD / Once the message disappears you can use the (“∑”...
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 1. LAN cable •...
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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” ( 81, 91) No connection • The server may be busy or could be made to the service may have been the server.
Reference Specifications Reference Specifications are subject to change without ∫ Audio Audio in: AV (21 pin) notice. Input level: Standard: 0.5 Vrms, ∫ General Full scale: 2.0 Vrms at 1 kHz Dimensions: 430 mm (W) Input impedance: More than 10 k≠ 59 mm (H) Audio out: Audio Out L/R (pin jack) 1 pc.
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Reference Specifications ∫ SD Card Maximum numbers of titles that can be Compatible media: SD Memory Card §1 recorded Format: FAT12, FAT16, FAT32, exFAT §2 Data that can be played: JPEG, MPO, 999 titles AVCHD format, MPEG-2, MP4 (When continuously recording for Includes SDHC/SDXC cards.
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Playable media: SD Card, USB device Codec: MPEG-2 File Format: SD-Video format § used on Standard Definition Camera (Panasonic and some other’s) SD-Video Entertainment Video Profile § ∫ HD-Video (High Definition) Playable media: SD Card, USB device Codec: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264...
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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 BD-RE, BD-R (1 TB) Single Layer Dual Layer (25 GB) (50 GB) DR (HD quality) 259 hours 6 hours 30 min.
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Reference ∫ XP, SP, LP, EP modes Recording Mode BD-RE, BD-R (1 TB) Single Layer Dual Layer (25 GB) (50 GB) 215 hours 5 hours 15 min. 10 hours 30 min. 431 hours 10 hours 30 min. 21 hours 862 hours 21 hours 42 hours EP (6 hours)
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.
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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.
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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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Reference CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Declaration of Conformity (DoC) Hereby, “Panasonic Corporation” declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of (Back of product) Directive 1999/5/EC. Customers can download a copy of the original DoC to our R&TTE products from our DoC...
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