P8 – 15 Quick Start Guide Operating Instructions Blu-ray Disc Recorder Model No. DMR-BS850EB DMR-BS750EB The illustrations in these Operating Instructions show the images of DMR-BS850EB. Dear customer Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.
Features freesat HD tuners built-in Receives freesat - free digital satellite broadcasts in the UK This Blu-ray Disc Recorder has two freesat tuners built-in. freesat is a brand new free digital TV service which broadcasts via satellite so you can receive TV, radio, interactive TV. To enjoy HD programme You can enjoy the original HD progarmme by connecting to TV through HDMI.
Accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of April 2009. These may be subject to change.) 1 Remote control (N2QAYB000337) 2 Batteries for remote control (R6 Size) Sales and Support Information Customer Care Centre • For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3852 • For customers within the Republic of Ireland: 01 289 8333 • Visit our website for product information www.panasonic.co.
Table of Contents Getting started Getting Started Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Sales and Support Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Caution for AC Mains Lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 HDD (Hard disk drive) Handling Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Remote Control Information/Unit Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Copying all the still pictures on the USB memory —Copy All Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74 Copying new still pictures on the SD card —Copy New Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74 Copying using the copying list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74 Deleting still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76 Music Music Playing music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HDD (Hard disk drive) Handling Care The HDD is a high precision recording instrument and because of its long recording capability and high speed operation it is a very special device that is easily susceptible to damage. As a basic rule, save important content to a disc as backup. ■ The HDD is a device that is not built to withstand vibration/shock or dust Depending on the setup environment and handling of the HDD some content may become damaged and play and recording may no longer be possible.
Remote Control Information/Unit Care Remote Control Information About batteries • Insert so the poles (4 and 3) match those in the remote control. Using the remote control Aim at the sensor, avoiding obstacles, up to a maximum range of 7 m directly in front of the unit. Remote control signal sensor R6/LR6, AA • • • • • Use alkaline or manganese batteries. Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not use different types at the same time. Do not heat or expose to flame.
Location of Parts/Controls Remote Control bo 8 9 bk Turn the unit on or off.............................................. (➔ 13) Select drive [HDD, BD or SD]. .......................... (➔ 26, 70) Select channels and title numbers etc./Enter numbers or characters (The character buttons may be used when operating VIERA CAST contents.) To delete unwanted recorded titles, timer programmes, still pictures or music .............................
The Unit’s Display EXT-L COPY HDDSDVD USBDD D SD USB PLAY 6 7 8 3 4 5 SD card slot indicator Linked timer recordings with external equipment indicator .................................................... (➔ 64) USB port indicator Copying indicator Disc indicator 6 Drive (HDD, BD or SD) indicator 1 2 Quick Start Guide STEP 1 12 34 5 9 7 bk Remote control signal indicator This flashes when it is operated by the remote control.
Basic Connection This recorder requires 2 signal feeds from a satellite dish to be able to record 2 different channels at the same time. Please consult with your Panasonic dealer for details of dish installation. • Connect both satellite terminals (DISH IN 1 and DISH IN 2) to the satellite dish when you want to record 2 programmes simultaneously or view TV during recording. • Connect DISH IN 1 terminal to the satellite dish when you use only one terminal.
B When your television has a digital satellite tuner Satellite HDMI IN Quick Start Guide STEP 2 TV Connecting with a Panasonic TV (VIERA) AV If the 21-pin Scart cable is connected, the Direct TV Recording and Pause Live TV function is available when you view other than satellite programme. (➔ 37) DISH IN 1 To household mains socket DISH IN 2 AC IN HDMI AV OUT AV1 (TV) This unit HDMI cable (not supplied) 21-pin Scart cable (not supplied) Connect only after all other connections are complete.
Basic Connection When your Television does not have an HDMI input terminal In this setting, you cannot enjoy HDTV in HD picture quality. The resolution will be 576i/480i. TV AV DISH IN 1 To household mains socket DISH IN 2 AC IN AV1 (TV) This unit 21-pin Scart cable (not supplied) Connect only after all other connections are complete. After completing the connections, proceed to the TV Tuning (➔ 13). • Refer to page 120 if “U50”, “U50-1” or “U50-2” appears on the unit’s display.
Search and store TV programmes automatically. These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer or freesat registered dealer. Quick Start Guide STEP 3 Auto Set Up (freesat) TV Preparation: • Turn on the television (and connected equipment) and select the video input terminal that this unit is connected to. VOL DRIVE SELECT CH AV 2abc 3def 1 4ghi 5jkl 6mno TV’s remote control PAGE CH 7qrs 8tuv 9wxyz p to turn the unit on.
Auto Set Up (freesat) Repeat step to enter PIN again to confirm. 8 – This PIN will be used for controlling • BD-Video playback • DVD-Video playback • Accessing to the channels you selected in “Child Lock” (➔ 99) • Playback programmes for adults • Using VIERA CAST Owner ID-Data Entry PIN NAME HOUSE NO POSTCODE Enter new PIN. 0000 RG12 8FP Select Change PIN RETURN – Make a note of PIN in case you forget it. – The default PIN is “0000”. – The Owner ID-Data Entry screen appears.
To tune in other satellite channels (➔ 16, Tuning in Other Satellite Services) To hide unwanted channels (➔ 98, freesat Channel List) To change PIN (➔ 107, Owner ID) To correct the character Press the “Red” button to delete character one by one. You can delete all input characters by pressing the “Blue” button. You can perform this operation in step , or . To display the Owner ID information on TV Press and hold [g] on the main unit for more than 5 seconds. The PIN is not displayed.
Tuning in Other Satellite Services You can also view or record other free channels (Astra 2 at 28.5 degree east) or free channels from other satellites that you can receive in your area. This setup is not required if you are only viewing or recording from freesat channels. Search and store TV programmes of the other satellite service automatically. These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer or freesat registered dealer. TV VOL DRIVE SELECT to turn the unit on.
w, q to select the channel type. – You can select the channel type from the followings. • All : All channels including TV, Radio, Data, etc. will be searched. • TV • Radio to start the Auto Setup Other Satellite Auto Setup - Satellite Selection Astra2/Eurobird All All Satellite Selection Search Mode Channel Type • When the below screen appears after step .
HDD and Disc Information This unit can record to HDD and copy to the following recording media. Internal DVD-RAM BD-RE HDD +R BD-R DVD-R DVD-R DL DVD-RW +R DL +RW Recordings can only be made to HDD in DR mode first, with the same quality as broadcasted, then they can be copied to discs. Instant record It can only record to HDD by pressing [* REC]. Discs HDD REC Record to the HDD and then copy to the disc. Can do Cannot do Timer record It can only record to HDD when using timer recording.
Recording and copying programmes This unit can record standard or high definition programmes from its built-in satellite tuners onto HDD with the same quality picture and sound as they are broadcasted. Contents that can be recorded or copied will depend on the copy management signals being sent by broadcasters. (➔ below) Goal! Recording HDD Goal! DR mode All subtitles and multi audio are recorded (selectable during playback). All recordings are first made to HDD in DR mode only.
HDD and Disc Handling HDD and discs you can use for recording and play ( : Possible, –: Impossible) Disc type Hard disk drive (HDD) Standard symbol HDD Data that can be recorded and played Quality in which video is recorded Video/Still picture/Music High definition (HD) quality/Standard definition (SD) quality Recording mode in which video is recorded DR, HG, HX, HE, HL, XP, SP, LP, EP, FR Rewritable Timer recording Recording “HD Copy Once” programmes (➔ 33) Recording “HD No Copy” programmes (➔ 33)
Disc type DVD-RAM DVD-R DVD-R DL DVD-RW Standard symbol RAM -R before finalisation DVD-V after finalisation -R DL before finalisation DVD-V after finalisation -RW(V) before finalisation DVD-V after finalisation Data that can be recorded and played Video Still picture Video Quality in which video is recorded Standard definition (SD) quality Recording mode in which video is recorded XP, SP, LP, EP, FR Rewritable – Timer recording – Copying “HD Copy Once” titles (➔ 33) Copy in standard def
HDD and Disc Handling Play-only discs Disc type Logo Standard symbol Uses High Definition (HD) movie and music discs This unit can playback BONUSVIEW™ or BD-Live compatible discs. (➔ 49) BD-Video BD-V When playing a set of two or more BD-Video discs, the menu screen may continue to display even if the disc has been ejected. To enjoy High Bit rate Audio and Video (➔ 50) Operation of this unit may become slower when the BD-J application (➔ 138) is executing. This is not malfunction.
USB Memory and Card Handling USB memories you can use on this unit USB memories can only be used for playback or copy to HDD or discs. USB memories which are defined as USB mass storage class, and digital cameras that use PTP protocol: – USB memories that support USB 1.0/1.1 and USB 2.0 Full Speed/High Speed. • USB memories of up to 128 GB can be used. • USB memories that support bulk only transfer. Compatible USB memories CBI (Control/Bulk/Interrupt) is not supported.
Watching Television (freesat) Selecting a channel with TV Guide Refer to “TV Guide system (freesat)” (➔ 43) for detailed information. This unit can receive and record digital satellite channels. TV Preparation: Turn on the television and select the video input terminal that this unit is connected to. Important: This unit has only digital satellite tuners. VOL DRIVE SELECT CH AV 2abc 3def 1 4ghi 5jkl 6mno PAGE CH 7qrs 8tuv 9wxyz p to turn the unit on.
Watching Television of the Other Satellite Service To view or record free channels from other satellite services. There are no programme guides for these channels. Only the channel list is available. Selecting a channel with the channel list TV This unit can receive and record digital satellite channels. VOL DRIVE SELECT Preparation: Turn on the television and select the video input terminal that this unit is connected to. Important: This unit has only digital satellite tuners.
Playback Refer to “Advanced Playback” (➔ 45 to 47) for detailed information. HDD BD-RE BD-R RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW BD-V DVD-V -RW(VR) TV Preparation: Turn on the television and select the video input terminal that this unit is connected to. 2abc 3def 4ghi 5jkl 6mno If you use a disc PAGE CH 7qrs 8tuv 9wxyz p to open the tray (Button located on front of the unit). 0 DEL – Insert a disc (➔ 117) and press [; OPEN/CLOSE] again to close the tray. STOP – Select “BD” for any discs.
Recording Television Programmes HDD Refer to “Important Notes for Recording” (➔ 33 to 34) and “Advanced Recording” (➔ 35 to 38) for detailed information on recording. This operation will only record to HDD in DR mode. Preparation: Turn on the television and select the video input terminal that this unit is connected to. TV VOL DRIVE SELECT CH AV to turn the unit on. 1 a few times and select the HDD drive.
Timer Recording Using the TV Guide (freesat) HDD Various function with freesat This unit has a function that enables timer recordings to be controlled by the signal sent from the broadcaster. “Guide Link”, “Series recording” (➔ 40), and “Split Programme” are available. “Guide Link” — If you set a timer recording from the TV Guide, the recording’s start and stop times can be controlled by the broadcaster, e.g. delayed start. This is indicated by “Guide Link” in the Timer Recording screen in step (➔ 29).
Notes – If “Series Timer Rec.” can be selected on the Selection Screen, refer to “Series recording” (➔ 40) e.g., Selection Screen WED 19/08/2009 13:30 Timer Recording Millions 4000 FilmFour Movie WED 19/08/2009 13:00 - 15:10 View Single Timer Rec. Series Timer Rec. Delete Remain HDD 30:30 DR Channel Day/Date Start 121 WED19/08 13:10 WED 19/08/2009 8:59 Stop Drive 13:50 HDD [Prog.
Copying Titles HDD p BD-RE BD-R RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW Preparation: • Turn on the television and select the video input terminal that this unit is connected to. • BD-RE BD-R RAM If the disc is protected, release protection (➔ 94). to turn the unit on. OPEN/CLOSE to open the tray (Button located on front of the unit). – Insert a disc (➔ 117) and press [; OPEN/CLOSE] again to close the tray. e.g.
Register titles for copy. – If you are going to copy the registered list without making any change to it , press [r] twice (➔ step ). Press [e, r] to select “Create List”, then press [q]. Copy Cancel All Direction 1 Copy HDD BD / DVD 2 Copy Mode 3 Create List Destination Capacity: 4343MB Size: 0MB ( 0% ) Title No. Size New item (Total=0) Tips To stop copying Press and hold [BACK/RETURN ] for 3 seconds after step 9 . (You cannot stop while finalising or creating the top menu.
Deleting Titles You can delete unnecessary titles. In order to save HDD capacity, it is recommended that you delete the original titles (in DR mode) after converting them to other recording modes using “DR File Conversion” (➔ 55). TV Preparation: • Turn on the television and select the video input terminal that this unit is connected to. • BD-RE BD-R RAM If the disc is protected, release protection (➔ 94). • Press [; OPEN/CLOSE] and insert a disc. Press [; OPEN/CLOSE] again to close the tray.
Important Notes for Recording Recording to DVD-R DL and +R DL BD-RE BD-R RAM -R -RW(V) +R +RW Recording on the discs is performed using “Recording via AV3 input” (➔ 67) and “DV Automatic Recording” (➔ 66). You cannot directly record to a DVD-R DL and +R DL disc on this unit. Record to the HDD and then copy to the disc. Recording mode Recording modes that can be selected differ depending on the recording methods and discs.
Important Notes for Recording 16:9 image such as wide broadcasting When “Recording Format for DVD” (➔ 101) in the Setup menu is “Video format” – Record from external equipment. – Copy from the finalised disc (DVD-Video) to the HDD. When copying to -R -R DL -RW(V) When copying to BD-RE BD-R in HG, HX, HE, HL modes When converting the recording mode from DR mode to HG, HX, HE, HL, XP, SP, LP, EP, FR modes It will be recorded in accordance to the setting of “Aspect for Recording” (➔ 101) in the Setup menu.
Advanced Recording Recording modes This explains about recording and copying. Recording modes that can be selected differ depending on the recording methods and discs. Recording mode Features DR Record with the same quality of the broadcast HG, HX, HE, HL Record high definition programme as compressed High Definition data XP, SP, LP, EP Record in quality as in conventional analogue broadcast MPEG-4 AVC/H.
Advanced Recording ■ FR (Flexible Recording Mode) You can set FR (Flexible Recording) mode when copying or recording from external equipment. The unit automatically selects a recording rate between XP and EP (8 Hours) that will enable the recordings to fit in the remaining disc space with the best possible recording quality. For example with a 90 minute recording to an unused DVD-RAM, the picture quality is adjusted to between “XP” and “SP”.
Specifying the Recording Time This operation will only record from the tuner to HDD in DR mode. This function allows specifying the length of recording time up to 4 hours. During recording on the main unit repeatedly until the desired time is reached. Playing while you are recording Chasing Playback Allows playback from the beginning of the title you are recording. Simultaneous Record and Playback Allows playback of a previous title, while recording something else.
Advanced Recording Operation during Recording To check the recording programme Press [STATUS ]. e.g., while 2 programmes simultaneous recording Recording programme displayed on the TV screen Recording programme not displayed on the TV screen HDD REC1 108 BBC HD 002 BBC TV REC2 To display the recording programme on the TV screen It is necessary to display the recording programme onto the TV screen to perform operations such as pause. If the input was switched: Press [INPUT SELECT].
Advanced Timer Recording HDD Manual timer recordings This operation will only record from the tuner to HDD in DR mode. – The timer icon is displayed in left column. Preparation: • Turn on the television and select the video input terminal that this unit is connected to. • Confirm that the clock on the unit’s display is set to the correct time.
Advanced Timer Recording HDD Series recording This operation will only record to HDD in DR mode. You can record all the episodes of a series by setting just one timer recording using the TV Guide system. – You cannot change Channel, Day/Date, Drive, and “Input Name”. – With “Start” and “Stop” automatically set by the “Guide Link” function, “Start” can be changed back by up to 10 minutes and “Stop” can be changed forward by up to 10 minutes.
To cancel a timer recording in progress Select the programme you want to cancel in advance when you record 2 programmes simultaneously. Check, Change, Delete Programmes, or Resolve Overlapping The timer recording list can be viewed even when the unit is off. While the unit is on , then e, r to select the programme. – Confirmation screen appears.
Advanced Timer Recording HDD Tips • You can enter up to 32 programmes a month in advance. (Each daily, weekly or series timer recording is counted as one programme.) To exit the timer recording list Press [PROG/CHECK]. Notes • Recording may fail if there are changes to the station’s programming. • “z” disappears from the unit’s display when no timer programme is set or when all timer programmes are deactivated.
TV Guide system (freesat) What is the TV Guide system? The TV Guide system gives you an overview of digital satellite television and radio programmes up to 7 days in advance. For many of these programmes, you can select additional information provided by the stations. You can search the programme preview according to various topics such as sport, films etc., according to categories such as TV or radio. You can easily find the desired programmes and set timer recording.
TV Guide system (freesat) Selecting the programme from the desired channel genre or programme type – A list appears with all programmes of the selected item. – When you select the landscape view, the programmes that belong to the selected channel genre are highlighted. This function lets you display a TV Guide list sorted by genre (e.g. All Channels, Radio) or programme type (e.g. Movies, Sport).
Advanced Playback Switching the DIRECT NAVIGATOR appearance Selecting Titles to Play You can easily select and play recorded programmes by using DIRECT NAVIGATOR. HDD BD-RE BD-R RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW -RW(VR) “Grouped Titles”/“All Titles” HDD While the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen is displayed Press [OPTION]. Press [e, r] to select the item, then press [OK]. e. g.
Advanced Playback To play grouped titles HDD Skip Press [e, r] to select the group, then press [OK]. Press [e, r] to select the title, then press [OK]. Play the titles continuously (Grouped Playback) While the Grouped Titles screen is displayed, Press [e, r] to select the group and press [q] (PLAY). To edit the group of titles HDD HDD (Grouped Titles screen only) Press [e, r] to select a title or a group, then press [h]. A check mark is displayed. Repeat this step until you select all necessary titles.
Frame-by-Frame Viewing Except DivX While paused Display the subtitle during play HDD BD-RE BD-R OK – Each press shows the next or previous frame. – Press and hold to advance or reverse frame-byframe in succession. – Press [q] (PLAY) to restart normal playback. It is possible to display the subtitles during the playback if the programme with subtitle is recorded with DR mode. – It will switch between On/Off every time it is pressed.
Playback of the High Definition Video (AVCHD) and playlists Playback of the High Definition Video (AVCHD) AVCHD It is possible to playback the high definition video (AVCHD) recorded on the Panasonic’s video camera, etc. on the disc or SD card. Insert a disc or SD card. e, r to select “Play Video (AVCHD)”, then e.g., RAM Notes • Set “Play Video (AVCHD) on BD-RE/BD-R” to “On” in the Setup menu for the disc that has high definition video (AVCHD) recorded by Panasonic’s video camera, etc.
To enjoy the BD Video which supports BONUSVIEW or BD-Live • These discs may not be on sale in certain regions. • The usable functions and the operating method may vary with each disc, please refer to the instructions on the disc and/or visit their website. Playing secondary video (picture-inpicture) and secondary audio Secondary video can be played from a disc compatible with the picture-in-picture function. For the playback method, refer to the instructions for the disc. Image of the secondary video e.g.
To enjoy High Bit rate Audio and Video Enjoying High Bit rate Audio with 7.1ch speaker This unit can decode high bit rate audio (Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio and DTS-HD Master Audio) adopted in BD-Video. To enjoy 7.1ch surround sound, the following conditions are necessary (Part shown in the shaded area of table given below). • Connect an amplifier/receiver with 7.1ch speaker supporting HDMI (High Bit rate Audio) using a High Speed HDMI cable.
Playing DivX Playing DivX video contents If the menu screen (➔ left) is not displayed, display it by performing the following operation. -R -R DL CD USB -R -R DL CD USB DivX is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an official DivX Certified device that plays DivX video. You can play DivX video contents recorded with a computer onto DVD-R, DVD-R DL, CD-R/CD-RW and USB memory. ® 1 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 2 -R -R DL CD Press [e, r] to select “Playback”, then press [OK].
Playing DivX Regarding DivX VOD content ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX® Certified device must be registered in order to play DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content. First generate the DivX VOD registration code for your device and submit it during the registration process. [Important: DivX VOD content is protected by a DivX DRM (Digital Rights Management) system that restricts playback to registered DivX Certified devices.
Titles−Editing HDD BD-RE RAM BD-R -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL (You can not edit finalised discs.) +RW -RW(VR) Only “Properties” is possible. You can edit titles on the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen: deleting unwanted parts of titles such as commercials, changing Thumbnail, dividing and deleting titles, etc. Title Operations Delete HDD BD-RE BD-R RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW Use to delete unneeded titles. Important: Once deleted, contents cannot be recovered.
Titles−Editing Press [q] (PLAY) and [h] to set the point you want to divide. Set up Protection/Cancel Protection HDD BD-RE BD-R RAM +R +R DL +RW Use to prevent accidental erasure of titles. Perform steps − Set up Protection of “Accessing the Title View” (➔ 53). 25/05 01/06 AV 01/06 AV Important: Once deleted, the parts cannot be recovered. of “Accessing the Title View” (➔ 53). Press [e, r] to select “Partial Delete”, then press [OK].
Press [e, r] to select “Change”, then press [OK]. – For quicker editing (➔ below, Tips) – To change the thumbnail: Perform steps − again. 8 Press [e, r] to select “Finish”, then press [OK]. Tips For quicker editing • Use Search (➔ 46) or Time Slip (➔ 47) to find the desired point. • To skip to the start or end of a title, press [u] (start) or [i] (end). • For better precision, use Slow-motion (➔ 46) and Frame-by-Frame (➔ 47).
Create/Playback/Edit of the Chapter HDD BD-RE BD-R RAM Editing and playing chapters Creating/Playback/Editing is possible. Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the drive. -R -R DL -RW(V) -RW(VR) +R +R DL +RW Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. HDD BD-RE RAM When “VIDEO” is not selected, press Only playback of chapter is possible. the “Red” button to select “VIDEO”. Regarding Chapters Programmes are recorded as a single title consisting of one chapter. Press [e, r] to select the title, then press [OPTION].
Copying Titles There are following copying methods. Copy Title Playing Copy Copy AVCHD Copy the playing title on the HDD to the disc. (➔ 60) Make a copying list and then copy. You can set the unit to copy titles in the way you want. (➔ 61) High definition video (AVCHD format) can be copied from disc, SD card or USB.
Copying Titles Copy speed ( : Possible, –: Impossible) Features High speed mode Normal speed mode Copy with shorter time than the recorded time of the title with same quality (recording mode). It will take same or longer time as the recorded time of the titles to be copied. Even if you select a recording mode with better picture quality than the original, the picture quality does not improve.
Frequently Asked Questions When is high speed copy not possible? It will copy at normal speed in following cases: Copying XP, SP, LP, EP or FR mode title to BD-RE BD-R Copying to RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW in following conditions: – Titles in DR, HG, HX, HE, HL mode – Title of the AVCHD copied to the HDD Copying to -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW in following conditions: – Copy including a title that was recorded to HDD with “Recording Format for DVD” set to “VR format” – Titles that contain many delete
Copying Titles Copy Title Playing Copy the playing title on the HDD to the disc. • It will start copying from the beginning of the title regardless of the playing position. Speed and recording mode when copying Titles in DR, HG, HX, HE or HL mode Copy destination Copy speed Recording mode BD-RE BD-R High speed Same as title to be copied 1 RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW Normal speed HDD → BD-RE BD-R RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW Playback the title to copy.
Set other settings. Copying using the copying list —Copy – If you are not going to change these settings, press [r] twice (➔ step ) Press [e, r] to select “Other Settings”, then press [q]. “Subtitles” (Only when copying titles in DR mode and the recording mode other than High Speed is selected) Press [e, r] to select “Subtitles”, then press [OK]. Press [e, r] to select “Automatic” or “Off”, then press [OK].
Copying Titles Cancel all registered copying setting and lists After performing steps − (➔ 61) Press [e, r] to select “Cancel All”, then press [OK]. Press [w] to select “Yes”, then press [OK]. • The settings and lists may be cancelled in the following situations. – When a title, still picture, etc. has been recorded or deleted at the copy source – When steps have been taken, for instance, to turn off the unit, remove the card open the tray, change the copy direction, etc.
8 When the top menu is displayed Press [e, r, w, q] to select the title you want to start copying, then press [OK]. My favourite DVD-V → HDD You can copy the content of finalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, and +R DL to the HDD and re-edit the content copied to the HDD. While playing a disc, the content being played is copied to the HDD according to the set time.
Recording from a Satellite or Cable Receiver HDD Manual Recording Preparation: • Connect a satellite or cable receiver to this unit’s input terminals (➔ 112). • When the output signal from the external equipment is NTSC, change the “TV System” to “NTSC” in the Setup menu (➔ 104).
Recording from an External Device Tips To skip unwanted parts Press [ h ] to pause recording. (Press again to restart recording.) This unit AV3 IN DV IN S VIDEO VIDEO L/MONO - AUDIO- R To stop recording Press [ g]. The confirmation screen appears. Press [OK]. Notes DV cable (IEEE 1394, 4-pin) S Video cable Audio/Video cable Other video equipment Connect to Audio/Video output terminals. The S VIDEO terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO terminal.
Recording from an External Device Recording from a DV Camcorder HDD BD-RE BD-R RAM -R -RW(V) +R +RW Preparation: • Turn on this unit. • If you record to a disc, insert a disc (➔ 117). • BD-RE RAM If the disc is protected, release protection (➔ 94). • When the output signal from the external device is NTSC, change the “TV System” to “NTSC” in the Setup menu (➔ 104). • This unit connects to DV camcorder with DV cable. Turn on the DV equipment and pause play at the point you want to start recording.
Recording via AV3 Input Flexible Recording via AV Input BD-RE BD-R RAM -R -RW(V) +R +RW HDD It is possible to record to disc from equipment connected to the AV3 input terminals. Recording mode is FR mode. The title is recorded to the size of a new DVD (4.7GB) by automatically selecting optimal quality betwen XP and EP (8 hours). Preparation: • Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the BD drive. Select “BD” for any discs.
Copying HD Video (AVCHD format) It is possible to copy the HD video (AVCHD format) recorded on the Panasonic’s video camera, etc. to the HDD or disc. From an SD card or Discs AVCHD AVCHD From a video equipment HDD of Panasonic’s video camera, etc. p HDD BD-RE BD-R You cannot playback HD Video in the HDD of Panasonic’s video camera, etc. with this unit. You must copy the files to the HDD or disc. (Disc) p HDD (SD card) p HDD BD-RE BD-R HDD HDD BD-RE BD-R HDD BD-RE BD-R Insert a disc or card.
Copying SD Video (MPEG2 format) It is possible to copy the SD video (MPEG2 format) recorded on the Panasonic’s video camera, etc. to the HDD or disc. From a video equipment HDD of Panasonic’s video camera, etc. p HDD RAM (All the recordings on the same date become a title.) From an SD card SD p HDD RAM (All the recordings on the same date become a title.) HDD DVD-RAM HDD DVD-RAM Insert a card.
Playing still pictures HDD BD-RE RAM -R -R DL CD USB SD You can play still pictures recorded with a computer onto a BD-RE, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, CD-R/CD-RW, USB memory and SD card. You cannot play still pictures while recording or copying. Preparation BD-RE RAM -R -R DL CD USB SD Insert a disc, USB memory or SD card. Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the drive. Select “BD” for any discs.
Useful functions during still picture play Start Slideshow You can display still pictures one by one at a constant interval. –2 (➔ 70) After performing steps 1 Press [e, r, w, q] to select the album of “Album View” or the date of “Pictures by Date”. 2 Press [q] (PLAY). You can also start Slideshow with following steps. After performing step 1 (➔ above) 1 Press [OPTION]. 2 Press [e, r] to select “Start Slideshow”, then press [OK]. To end the slideshow Press [BACK/RETURN ].
Editing still pictures Editing still pictures (JPEG) e, r to select the operation, then HDD BD-RE RAM SD Editing can be done in units of pictures, albums, or dates. You cannot edit still pictures recorded on DVD-R, DVD-R DL, CD-R/ CD-RW and USB memory. (e.g., HDD Pictures by Date) Preparation: • Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the drive. Select “BD” for any discs. • BD-RE RAM SD Release protection (disc ➔ 94, card ➔ 23).
Still pictures operation After performing steps − (➔ 72). Copy to Album HDD BD-RE RAM Copy to New Album HDD BD-RE RAM Copy the selected album, date or pictures to an existing album. 1 Press [w, q] to select “Start”, then [OK]. 2 Press [e, r, w, q] to select the destination album, then [OK]. The destination album with protect setting cannot be copied to. After copying, the screen shows the Album View automatically. Copy the selected album, date or pictures to new album.
Copying still pictures HDD BD-RE RAM USB SD Pictures copied from SD card and USB memory will be categorised according to the shooting date. Pictures without shooting date will be categorised using the creation date. You cannot copy pictures recorded to DVD-R, DVD-R DL, CD-R/ CD-RW or USB memory. If the space on the destination drive runs out or the number of files/ folders to be copied exceeds the maximum (➔ 135), copying will stop partway through.
■Select the units to register Press [e, r] to select “Create List”, then press [ q]. Press [e, r] to select “New Item”, then press [OK]. Destination Capacity: 4343MB No Select the item after step Press [OPTION]. – Delete Title Press [e, r] to select the item, then press [OK]. e.g., SD e.g., HDD By Picture ( Date ) Picture By Picture ( Album ) Album Delete All By Date Folder By Album Add Register with “By Picture (Date/Album)”/“Picture” 1. Press [e, r] to select “New item”, then press [OK]. 2.
Deleting still pictures Once deleted, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before proceeding. HDD BD-RE RAM SD Preparation: • Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the drive. Select “BD” for any discs. • BD-RE RAM SD Release protection (disc ➔ 94, card ➔ 23). Tips To return to the previous screen Press [BACK/RETURN ]. To exit the screen Press [EXIT].
Playing music Playing MP3 files e, r, w, q to select a folder, then -R -R DL CD USB You can play MP3 files recorded with a computer onto a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, CD-R/CD-RW and USB memory. • You cannot play MP3 files on the USB memory while recording. While stopped Insert a disc or USB memory. CD USB device Copy Video ( AVCHD ) Play Video ( DivX ) Play Pictures ( JPEG ) Play/Copy Music ( MP3 ) CD is inserted. The Music List for the folder appears.
Playing music Playing music recorded on HDD e, r to select the track, then Copying music to HDD (➔ 82) Preparation: • Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD drive. DIRECT NAVIGATOR Music List 0.09 4.30 March Moon HDD Do this flower open? Playing track While stopped No.
Useful functions during music play HDD -R -R DL CD USB Operations during play Stop Pause Press [g]. Search Press [t] or [y]. Press [q](PLAY) to restart play. During play or while paused, press [u] or [i]. Skip to the track you want to play. Each press increases the number of skips. While Music List screen is displayed Press [e, r] to select the track, then press the “Green” button. Up to 99 tracks can be registered.
Editing music/playlist Editing music Album and track operation HDD After performing step Preparation: • Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD drive. While stopped When “MUSIC” is not selected, press the “Yellow” button to select “MUSIC”.
Register track to Playlist HDD You can register your favourite albums and tracks into 10 preset playlists. • Name of the playlist can be changed. (➔ right) • New playlist cannot be added. • Up to 999 tracks can be registered to each playlist. Editing Playlist HDD While stopped Preparation: • Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD drive. While stopped When “MUSIC” is not selected, press the “Yellow” button to select “MUSIC”.
Copying music to HDD You can store the two formats of music data in this unit’s HDD. While stopped Insert a disc or USB memory. Music CD (CD-DA) When inserting music CDs, this unit makes access to the internal Gracenote® Database to obtain title information. The album name, track name and artist name are assigned automatically allowing you find the track easily when playing back. CD (Music CD) The unit starts accessing the Gracenote® Database and searches for the title information.
Deleting music Once deleted, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before proceeding. HDD While stopped e, r to select “Delete”, then When “MUSIC” is not selected, press the “Yellow” button to select “MUSIC”. DELETE Navigator HDD Music Menu Total Tracks 53 VIDEO PICTURE MUSIC Artists Albums My Favourites Playlists Frequently Played OK RETURN OPTION Please select to access music.
Entering Text You can give names to recorded titles, etc. When viewing the Enter Title Name screen, etc. e.g., Entering a title name for a title on -R Name field : shows the text you have entered Enter Title Name _ Top Menu Preview Delete g Set OK RETURN 1 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 0 2 A B C a b c + – 3 D E F d e f / = % * 4 g h i # $ & K L j < > @ O m k n l 6 M N o [ ] _ 7 P Q R p q r s ( 8 T U V t u v { } ) - 9 W X 0 .
Enjoying VIERA CASTTM You can access a selection of Internet services from the Home screen with VIERA CAST, for example YouTube, Picasa Web Albums. (Current as of February 2009) • VIERA CAST requires a broadband Internet connection. Dial-up Internet connections cannot be used. Preparation: • Network connection (➔ 115) • Network setting (➔ 109) – Message is displayed. Please read these instructions carefully and then press [OK] to start VIERA CAST function.
Linked Operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™”/Q Link) You can enjoy linked operations with the TV and receiver by using VIERA Link or Q Link. What is VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” ? VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this unit, and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or receiver under “HDAVI Control”. You can use this function by connecting the equipment with the HDMI cable. See the operating instructions for connected equipment for operational details.
If you connect this unit to the TV that supports “HDAVI Control 2” or later with an HDMI cable, you can enjoy using more convenient functions. You can operate this unit using the following buttons on the TV remote control. The buttons that you can use for this unit vary depending on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. Use the remote control supplied with this unit if you cannot operate this unit using buttons on the TV remote control.
Setting On-Screen Display Subtitles Accessing the On-Screen Display BD-V DVD-V AVCHD When playing discs (except for JPEG discs), you can display and set the options including disc audio, subtitle, image quality, sound effect, Repeat Play, etc. In addition, when receiving the multi-channel broadcast, you can change the audio settings. Menu options will differ based on disc type and contents. Press [DISPLAY].
Play Menu Sound Menu Repeat Play This function works only when the elapsed play time is displayed. Select the item for repeat play. Depending on the disc, the items that can be selected will differ. Select “Off” to cancel. Picture Menu Mode Select the picture quality mode during play. Normal: Default setting Soft: Soft picture with fewer video artifacts Fine: Details are sharper Cinema: Mellows movies, enhances detail in dark scenes. (This does not affect the titles in DR mode.
Information Messages Digital Satellite Channel Information You can display the information about programmes (programme name, broadcast time, etc.). To switch information of the current programme and the next programme Press [w, q]. • Now: current programme • Next: next programme With the unit stopped to show the screen information.
Showing the Digital TEXT (MHEG) Showing Subtitles When “TXT” appears in digital satellite channel information When “Subtitles” appears in digital satellite channel information to show the Digital TEXT. – Press again to hide. to show subtitles. – Press again to hide. Notes Notes • During recording the Digital TEXT function is not possible. • The Digital TEXT function depends on respective stations.
Convenient Functions FUNCTION MENU display w, q to select the item. By using the FUNCTION MENU display you may access the main functions quickly and easily. • Normal: Normal output • Side cut: The black bars on the right and left sides of the 16:9 image disappear and the image is enlarged. Please note that the right and left sides of the image are cut off when the black bar is not displayed. Functions displayed depend on the selected drive or type of disc.
To pause the TV programme you are watching—Pause Live TV You can pause the TV programme you are watching using this unit’s tuner and resume later by temporarily saving it on the HDD. This is useful when you have to briefly stop watching TV to run an errand. If you stop the Pause Live TV function, then the TV programme temporarily saved on the HDD will be deleted. Turn on the television and select the appropriate AV input to suit the connections to this unit. Turn on this unit and select the channel.
Disc and Card Management You can manage discs through formatting, finalising and other operations. Setting Protection Accessing the Management Menus BD-RE BD-R RAM Use to prevent accidental erasure of disc. Preparation: • BD-RE BD-R RAM SD Release protection (disc ➔ right, card ➔ 23). • Insert a disc and card. Perform preparation steps − Management Menus” (➔ left). Press [e, r] to select “Disc Protection”, then press [OK]. Press [w] to select “Yes”, then press [OK].
Deleting All Titles Formatting Discs or Cards You can delete all titles on the disc at once. Important: Once deleted, contents cannot be recovered. BD-RE RAM -RW(V) +RW -RW(VR) BD-R +R +R DL (New disc only) BD-RE BD-R RAM Perform preparation steps − Management Menus” (➔ 94). SD Formatting is the process of making media recordable on recording equipment. of “Accessing the Press [e, r] to select “Delete all titles”, then press [OK]. Press [w] to select “Yes”, then press [OK].
Disc and Card Management Selecting the background style—Top Menu -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW The background selected here will be displayed as the DVDVideo top menu after finalising or Create Top Menu ( +RW ). − Perform preparation steps Management Menus” (➔ 94). of “Accessing the Press [e, r] to select “Top Menu”, then press [OK]. Press [e, r, w, q] to select the background, then press [OK].
Setup Menu Channel Settings You can change the unit’s settings using Setup menu. Accessing the Setup Menu Others Setup With the unit stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [e, r] to select “Others”, then press [OK]. (➔ left, Accessing the Setup Menu) All factory default settings are indicated with “Underlined” text.
Channel Settings freesat Channel List You can set channel list of freesat. 1 Press [e, r] to select “freesat Channel List”, then press [OK]. Auto Setup You can start the auto setup of the other satellite services.
Signal Strength The display for signal strength is grey. “0” means signal strength 0%, “10” means signal strength 100%. • If the signal is too strong, the display will change from grey to red. Reduce the signal amplification at your satellite dish. • When the signal is weak: – check that the satellite dish is correctly positioned. – adjust the satellite dish reception. – check that the current digital satellite broadcast channel is correctly broadcasting.
HDD/Disc Settings DVD-Video Ratings Others Setup (➔ 97, Accessing the Setup Menu) All factory default settings are indicated with “Underlined” text. HDD/Disc e, r select “HDD/Disc” ➔ Set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play. Follow the on-screen instructions. Enter a 4-digit PIN with the numbered buttons when the PIN screen is shown. It will be the common PIN for “DVD-Video Ratings”, “BD-Video Ratings”, “Child Lock”, “Parental Control” and “Network Lock”.
Settings for Recording Press [OK] to show the following settings. Recording time in EP mode Select the maximum number of hours for recording in EP mode (➔ 36, Recording modes and approximate recording time). [6 hours] You can record for 6 hours on an unused 4.7 GB disc. [8 hours] You can record for 8 hours on an unused 4.7 GB disc. The sound quality is better when using “6 hours” than when using “8 hours”.
Picture and Sound Settings Sound Others Setup (➔ 97, Accessing the Setup Menu) All factory default settings are indicated with “Underlined” text. Picture e, r select “Picture” ➔ e, r select “Sound” ➔ Sound Dynamic Range Compression Downmix Bilingual Audio Selection Digital Audio Output Audio Mode for XP Recording Audio Mode for DV Input Audio Mode for Digital Broadcast Audio Channels for HG/HX/HE/HL Recording Off Stereo M1 Dolby Digital Stereo 1 Automatic 5.
Digital Audio Output Change the settings when you have connected equipment through the unit’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal (➔ 114). Press [OK] to show the following settings. PCM Down Conversion Select how to output audio with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz. Signals are converted to 48 kHz despite the above settings if the signals have a sampling frequency of over 96 kHz, or the disc has copy protection, or “BD-Video Secondary Audio” is set to “On” ( BD-V ). [On] Signals are converted to 48 kHz.
Display and Connection Settings Connection Others Setup (➔ 97, Accessing the Setup Menu) All factory default settings are indicated with “Underlined” text. Display e, r select “Display” ➔ Display On-Screen Messages Unit’s Display Screen Saver Teletext Blue LED e, r select “Connection” ➔ Connection TV Aspect Aspect for 4:3 Video TV System HDMI Connection Component Resolution AV1 Output AV2 Settings 16:9 4:3 PAL 576i / 480i RGB 2 OK RETURN TV Aspect 5 sec.
Component Resolution To change the setting without using the menu (PAL ↔ NTSC) While stopped, press and hold [g] and [; OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit simultaneously for about 5 seconds. Notes • This unit cannot record NTSC signals to discs that already have PAL signal recordings. (However, both types of programmes can be recorded onto the HDD, BD-RE or BD-R.) • If “NTSC” has been selected, the TV Guide system cannot be used.
Network Settings Proxy Server Settings (➔ 110) • Press [OK] to show the following settings. Others Setup Initialize Set the setting of the “Proxy Server Settings” back. (➔ 97, Accessing the Setup Menu) All factory default settings are indicated with “Underlined” text. Proxy Address Network Settings Proxy Port Number (The initial setting is blank.) (The initial setting is “0”.
System Settings System Update Others Setup (➔ 97, Accessing the Setup Menu) All factory default settings are indicated with “Underlined” text. In order to update this unit’s software and to support system changes made by broadcasts, this unit periodically performs software updates. • Press [OK] to show the following settings. Software Update in Standby [On] You can perform the unit updates automatically when the unit is turned in standby.
Other Settings HOLD function The HOLD function deactivates all buttons on the unit and remote control. Use it to prevent other people from operating the unit. Press and hold [OK] and [BACK/RETURN ] at the same time until “X HOLD” appears on the unit’s display. If you press a button while the HOLD function is on, “X HOLD” appears on the unit’s display and operation is impossible. Tips To cancel the HOLD function Press and hold [OK] and [BACK/RETURN ] at the same time until “X HOLD” disappears.
Network Settings These settings are used when you will connect this unit to a network. The connection to the Internet may take time or the internet may not be connected depending on the connection environment. It is recommended that you use a broadband connection. IP Address Please input IP Address and press “OK”. The IP address will be cleared by pressing “OK” when there is no number input. Press “DEL” button if a wrong number is entered.
Network Settings Setting the proxy server In most cases, default settings can normally be used without making any changes. Please use this setting when instructed to by your Internet provider. • Set the proxy server only after the connection test is completed properly. Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [e, r] to select “Others”, then press [OK]. Setting the network service (VIERA CAST) Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [e, r] to select “Others”, then press [OK]. Press [e, r] to select “Setup”, then press [OK].
Software Update Software of this unit can be updated automatically by following method. • From broadcasts • From Internet [network connection and setting is required. (➔ 109, 115)] Update of the software is done when it is in standby mode. Once the new software is found, it will start the download of the software, and then update. Download of the software will start automatically when the power of this unit is turned in standby or when it is 3 a.m. • The time it takes to update depends on the connection.
Additional Connections • Before connection, turn off the mains for all connected equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.
• You can connect this unit to a TV using the audio/video (AV) cable, S Video cable or component video cables instead of the 21pin Scart cable (➔ 10, 11, 12, 112). Using an Audio/Video Cable (not included) TV AUDIO IN VIDEO R L IN Using an S Video Cable (not included) The S VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal. (Actual results depend on the television.
Additional Connections You can improve sound quality by connecting this unit to an amplifier or system component using the audio cable or the digital audio cable (optical/coaxial). Connecting with an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) Terminal Using an Audio Cable (not included) for Better Sound When connected to an HDMI compatible unit, an uncompressed digital audio and video signal is transmitted, enabling you to enjoy high quality, digital video and audio with just one cable.
Network connection Following function will be available when this unit is connected to the network. This document is assuming that you already have a broadband connection. This connection is not necessary if following functions are not to be used. The unit is connected to the internet when the following functions are used, which may generate communication charges depending on your internet provider.
Operations that can be performed simultaneously Operations that can be performed while recording or copying a title ( : Possible, –: Impossible) Playback of HDD Playback of discs Playback of BDVideo Playback of still pictures While recording to HDD (in DR mode) Playback of music recorded on HDD – While recording from external equipment to HDD (in XP, SP, LP, EP and FR mode) – – While recording from DV input – – – – – While copying in normal speed mode – – – – – While copying in high sp
Media (Disc/USB Memory/SD Card) Handling Inserting Discs 1 Press [; OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray. – Insert a disc. Insert label-up. Inserting/Removing the SD Card When the card indicator (“SD”) on the unit’s display is flashing, the card is being read from or written to. Do not turn off the unit or remove the card. Such action may result in malfunction or loss of the card’s contents. • Inserting foreign objects can cause a malfunction. Inserting the card 2 Press [; OPEN/CLOSE] to close the tray.
Frequently Asked Questions Setup Page How can I enjoy High Quality Video up-converted to 1080p? • Connect the unit to 1080p compatible HDTV using an HDMI cable. Set “HDMI Video Format” in the Setup menu to “1080p”. What equipment is necessary to play multi-channel surround sound? • You cannot playback multi-channel sound on this unit without other equipment.
Recording Page Can I record from a commercially purchased video cassette, Blu-ray Disc or DVD? • Most commercially sold video cassette, Blu-ray Disc and DVD are copy protected; therefore, recording is usually not possible. Can the disc recorded on the unit be played on other equipment? • Refer to “Play on other players” in “HDD and Disc Handling”. Can I high speed copy to a disc? • Yes, you can. (But you may not high speed copy depending on the disc to copy or the title.
Messages On the Unit’s Display H ,F (“ ” stands for a service number.) BD (“ ” stands for a number.) EXT-L FINISH GUIDE HARD ERR NoERAS NoREAD NoWRIT PLEASE WAIT PROG FULL REMOVE START SW-DL UNFORMAT UNSUPPORT UPD / (“ ” stands for a number.) U50 U50 1 U50 2 U59 U61 U72 U73 U76 U77 U88 U99 X HOLD 120 Page • An error has occurred. The number following “H” or “F” depends on the status of the unit. Check the items below and in the Troubleshooting Guide.
On the TV Authorisation Error. Page • You are trying to play the DivX VOD content that was purchased with a different registration code. You cannot play the content on this unit. (DivX) 52 Cannot finish recording completely. • The programme was copy-protected. • The HDD or disc may be full. • The maximum number of title has been exceeded. − − 35 Cannot playback. TV system is different from the setting. To playback, please change the TV System in Setup.
Troubleshooting Guide When Other Panasonic Products Respond to this Remote Control Use this function to synchronize the codes for the remote control and the main unit when there are other Panasonic products close to your unit. With the unit stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [e, r] to select “Others”, then press [OK]. Press [e, r] to select “Setup”, then press [OK]. Press [e, r] to select “Others”, then press [OK]. Press [e, r] to select “Remote Control”, then press [OK].
General Issues Power Page No power. The unit does not turn on pressing [^]. • Insert the AC mains lead securely into a known active household mains socket. • Linked timer recordings with external equipment is in recording standby (“EXT-L” on the unit’s display blinks when [^] is pressed). Press [EXT LINK] to cancel the recording standby. The unit switches to standby mode. • One of the unit’s safety devices is activated. Press [8] on the main unit to turn the unit on.
Troubleshooting Guide General Issues Operation Page • Change the manufacturer code on the remote control. • It may be necessary to set the code on the remote control again after changing the batteries. 108 122 Cannot operate the disc. • Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the BD drive when operating the disc. 26 The remote control doesn’t work. • The remote control code is wrong. Change to the correct code. • The batteries are depleted. Replace them with new ones.
Digital satellite broadcast freesat Auto Setup cannot be done • Check connections and dish alignment. The dish needs to be pointing at Astra completely. 2 at 28.2º East, and Eurobird 1 at 28.5º East. • If the problem persists, consult your freesat registered retailer or call Freesat (UK) Ltd on 0844 881 6700 or visit www.freesat.co.uk freesat channels cannot be • Check the connections. received.
Troubleshooting Guide General Issues Picture The images from the unit do not appear on the TV. Picture is distorted. • Make sure the connections are pushed in firmly. • Try connecting an alternative cable. • Make sure recorder is connected to an appropriate AV input of the TV. • Make sure the TV’s input setting (e.g., HDMI 1) is correct. • The TV isn’t compatible with progressive signals. Press and hold [g] and [q/x1.3] on the main unit for about 5 seconds. The setting will change to interlace.
General Issues Sound • Check the connections and the “Digital Audio Output” settings. Check the input No sound. mode on the amplifier if you have connected one. Low volume. • Check if TV is muted. Distorted sound. Cannot hear the desired audio type. • Check if amplifier is muted. • Sound is not output while fast-forwarding during chasing playback and simultaneous record and playback.
Troubleshooting Guide Playback Issues Operation Play fails to start even when [q] (PLAY) is pressed. Play starts but then stops immediately. Audio and video momentarily pause. • Insert the disc correctly with the label facing up. • The disc is dirty, scratched or marked. • You tried to play a blank disc or a disc that is unplayable on the unit. • You tried to play a +RW that needs to have a top menu created on the equipment used for recording.
Recording / Timer Recording / Copying / External input Timer recording does not work properly. Cannot record 2 programmes simultaneously. The recording lacks the beginning or ending part of the programme although the timer recording was set on TV Guide. Timer recording does not stop even when [g] is pressed. The timer programme remains even after recording finishes. Cannot record. Cannot copy. Part or all of a recorded title has been lost.
Troubleshooting Guide Recording Issues Recording / Timer Recording / Copying / External input (Continued) Stripe-shaped black noise is recorded. The programme name and the recorded title do not match. Cannot copy to a disc using the high speed mode. When copying, it takes a long time even in high speed mode. • An external playback device is interfering with the TV because the device is too close to the TV. Move the device away from the TV.
Editing Issues HDD and Discs Cannot edit. Cannot format. Cannot create chapters. Cannot mark the start point or the end point during “Partial Delete” operation. Cannot delete chapters. The available recording time doesn’t increase even after deleting titles on the disc. Cannot create a playlist. Editing Issues Page 32, 53, 95, 101 117 − 95 − − − 56 − − − Still Pictures The contents of the card cannot be read. Copying, deleting, and setting protection takes a long time.
Troubleshooting Guide Other Issues Network I can’t connect to the network. While using my PC, I cannot connect to the network. Other Issues • Has the LAN cable come unplugged? Check that the LAN cable is properly connected. • Have you plugged in a modular cable for use with a telephone into the LAN terminal on this unit? Connect with a straight LAN cable. • Is the power for the modem or broadband router turned on? Turn the power on for each device.
Reference 133 RQT9430 RQT9430-1B_DMR-BS850_EB.
Specifications Recording system BD-RE (SL/DL): Blu-ray Disc Rewritable Format BD-R (SL/DL): Blu-ray Disc Recordable Format DVD-RAM: DVD Video Recording format DVD-R: DVD-Video format DVD-R DL (Dual Layer): DVD-Video format DVD-RW: DVD-Video format +R +R DL (Double Layer) +RW Recordable discs BD-RE (SL/DL): 1-2X SPEED (Ver. 2.1) BD-R (SL/DL): 1-2X SPEED (Ver. 1.1), 1-4X SPEED (Ver. 1.2), 1-6X SPEED (Ver. 1.3), 1-2X SPEED LTH type (Ver. 1.2), 1-6X SPEED LTH type (Ver. 1.3) DVD-RAM: 2X SPEED (Ver. 2.
SD Card Slot: Compatible media: Format: SD Memory Card slot: 1 pc SD Memory Card 4, SDHC Memory Card, FAT12, FAT16 5 (In case of SD Memory Card) FAT32 5 (In case of SDHC Memory Card) Data that can be played: JPEG,SD (Standard Definition)-Video 6, HD (High Definition)-Video USB device USB standard: USB 2.
Specifications ■ Structure of folders displayed by this unit SD You can play MP3 and still pictures (JPEG) on this unit by making folders as shown below. However depending on the method of writing data (writing software), play may not be in the order you numbered the folders. Structure of MP3 folders CD USB : Numbers XXX: Letters Card DCIM XXXXX Prefix with 3-digit numbers in the order you want to play them. (Picture folder) Root 001 XXXX 001 Folder 001track.mp3 (file=track) 002track.mp3 003track.
Copyright, etc. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535; 7,392,195; 7,272,567; 7,333,929; 7,212,872; & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS is a registered trademark and the DTS logos, Symbol, DTS-HD and DTS-HD Master Audio | Essential are trademarks of DTS, Inc. © 19962008 DTS, Inc.
Glossary AVCHD AVCHD is a new format (standard) for high definition video cameras that can be used to record and play high-resolution HD images. BD-J Some BD-Video discs contain Java applications, and these applications are called BD-J. You can enjoy various interactive features in addition to playing normal video. Bitstream This is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 channel) before it is decoded into its various channels.
LAN (Local Area Network) A group of linked devices in a company, school or home. Indicates the boundaries of a particular network. Local storage This storage area is used as a destination for sub contents for playing virtual packages on BD-Video. LPCM (Linear PCM) These are uncompressed digital signals, similar to those found on CDs. MPEG2 (Moving Picture Experts Group) A standard for efficiently compressing and expanding colour video.
Safety precautions Placement Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby shortening the unit’s service life. Do not place heavy items on the unit. Voltage Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload the unit and cause a fire. Do not use a DC power source. Check the source carefully when setting the unit up on a ship or other place where DC is used.
Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries These symbols on the products, packaging, and/ or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
Index A B C D Adjust the Audio Quality (Sound Menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Adjust the Picture Quality (Picture Menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Album (Music) Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Album (Still Picture) Copy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Delete . . . . . . . . . . .
P Q R T U V X Timer Recording Check, change or delete a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Manual recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Using the TV Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28–29 Time Slip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Title Copy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30–31, 57–63 Delete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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