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Operating Instructions Blu-ray Disc™ Recorder DMR

1. DVD RW FRW Pi POCO Sti ae oor A Available recording space increases only when the last recorded title is deleted Pray Page oosio0s Page Up fA G o a DoRETURN OornoN KO Dokt Paga Down KY Phom musie 4 KO Select C Coy 2 Press DEL 3 select Delete then press OK Multiple deleting mr Select the title then press the yellow button in step 1 Channel Date Tile Name OOOO 9410 Birds OOOO 0410 World news 0000 29 10 Football 2210 Dogs and Cats e StatTime 9 00 Rectime Prog Type Movie A check mark is displayed Repeat this step e Press the yellow button again to cancel 48 vatacst Editing recorded titles Once deleted divided or partially deleted recorded content cannot be restored to its original state Make certain before proceeding e With titles that are copy protected Copying is prohibited you cannot perform editing other than Delete gt 15 lei Co eS Tle aQ Pi Ce USB HDD LL Depending on the media and the type of file some operations may not be possible 1 On the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen Select the title Grouped Titles Tine Remaining 45 54 OR Set Rectine 0 01 0R a Pous PG Ehret ooro oe Papiam Porous CI CI Seea LI coy 2 Press OPTION 3 select the item then p
2. LL The track artist name will be displayed if the information is contained in ID3 tag of the MP3 file If there is a large amount of photo data etc within a MP3 file play may not be possible If there are music CDs with very similar information then the incorrect information may be obtained If no suggestions are found enter the music CD information manually after recording to the HDD has completed 66 VQT4G51 Copying music to HDD Music CD HDD DVD R CD USB HDD MP3 After performing steps 1 2 gt left 1 Press the blue button 2 Select Copy then press OK To stop copying Press and hold RETURN 6 for 3 seconds LL While copying no other operations can be performed Timer recordings will not proceed Music CD All tracks in the CD will be recorded MP3 All tracks in the folder will be recorded Tracks recorded to HDD in one operation will be regarded as one album Music Playing music recorded on HDD 3 Playlists HDD 1 Select the playlist then press OK 1 Press FUNCTION MENU 2 Select the track then press OK 2 Select Music in Playback Contents then press OK 2 5 Frequently Played DRECTNAVIGATOR Masara Music Tracks most often played recently up to 30 tracks 8 Artists m Select the track then press OK
3. R RW 1 Select the title then press OPTION 2 Select Conversion Select then press OK 3 Select the picture quality then press OK Repeat steps if necessary 3 Press the blue button 4 Goto step 6 gt 54 Screen icons Titles that will be copied to the disc in normal speed DEO NG Titles that cannot be copied About screen icons on the DIRECT NAVIGATOR Refer to Screen icons gt 39 Copying video Setting the copying options 1 Select the item in step 7 gt 54 2 Press lt B to change the settings e Automatic Standby after Copy On This unit is turned to standby mode when it is not operated for approximately 5 minutes after completing copy e Subtitles Automatic Subtitles will be recorded if they are included in the title co If you wish to choose the subtitle select the language from Subtitles of Preferred Language before copying gt 90 e Finalise On DVD R DVD RW R The discs become play only and you can also play them on other DVD equipment e Create Top Menu On RW You can play the disc on other DVD equipment co You can perform Finalise or Create Top Menu later gt 79 VaT4G51 55 Copying video Copying titles Copying from media other than HDD Copying titles with copying list with DIRECT NAVIGATOR HDD lt USB HDD
4. Free TV 0 Pay TV 0 Radio 0 Searching When tuning is completed press OK Clock will be set automatically If the clock setting screen appears set the time manually 3 100 Clock 7 Set Power Save to On On Timer or Off then press OK Power Save in Standby Power Save On 00 e On It will go into the Power Save in Standby mode e On Timer Set the start and stop time and then press OK e Power Save in Standby is activated when the set time comes Off It is possible to start quickly from standby mode Quick Start mode If you use Home Network function gt 99 select Off This function is not available with other settings Units Display is fixed to Automatic in the Setup menu gt 95 Video from AV2 input cannot be viewed with this unit in standby mode 8 select the item to match the type of TV connected For details refer to TV Aspect gt 96 When Easy Setting has been completed appears Easy Setting is complete Select Yes to proceed to Easy Network Setting gt 24 Select No to finish the Easy Setting Getting started To stop partway Press RETURN 6 To restart setup 1 Press FUNCTION MENU gt 21 2 Select Setup in Others then press OK 3 Select Auto Setup in DVB Tuning the
5. Total 3 32 PE Delete Info Page Upia Page Bown Timer Off 2 Select the programme then perform the operations To deactivate a timer programme Press the red button e The timer icon O will change from red to grey e Press the red button again to activate timer recording standby The timer icon will change to red To delete a timer programme Press DEL To edit a timer programme 1 2 Press OK Change the timer recording options e Refer to Timer recording options gt 36 Press OK To show programme information Press STATUS Screen icons Red Timer recording standby is activated Grey Timer recording standby is deactivated Currently recording programme D A part or all of the programme will not be recorded since the programme is overlapping The HDD is full Copy protected programme It was not recorded The recording of the programme was not completed because of some reason A X Sie Auto Renewal Recording is set gt 36 Displayed if timer recording of two encrypted programmes is overlapping When Recording for Encrypted Channel is set to Decrypt Recording only A part or all of the programme will not be recorded since the encrypted programme is overlapping OK Displayed if the recording can fit in the remaining space 5 Daily or we
6. Play Video View Photos Play Copy Music MP3 Copy Video AVCHD Copy Video MPEG2 Copy New Photos USB device is inserted ak ron Display items differ depending on what is recorded in each media If the menu screen is not displayed display it by performing the following operation 1 While stopped Press OPTION 2 Select Drive Select then press OK 3 Select the media then press OK Video list screen e g Videos USB Video Gp Parent Folder f E Folder ot E9 Folder 02 FEB videoot divx FEB videooa divx FEB _video03 divx FEE videos divx Er Page0001 0003 Page Up P a XS RETURN Page Down Screen icons CI Folder Titles a Move to the parent folder Playing back video DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen Notes for BD Live discs e g BD V DIRECT NAVIGATOR Al Tites BD Live allows you to enjoy more functions such BD RE Time Remaining 10 30 DR Al as subtitles exclusive images and online games Channel Date Title Name AGO a cilia by connecting this unit to the Internet 04 10 Birds n Tp eee QU Preparation 1 Perform network connection and settings Cara Ra pe gt 20 24 Gereren OPTION D Page Down i pHoro o 2 Insert a disc Switching to the PHOTO screen Press the red button
7. m Page Up A information page own Ei KO 24 hours CJ Category 2 Select the programme then press the red button The timer icon O red is displayed If on screen instructions are displayed follow them To use TV Guide system Refer to Using TV Guide system gt 28 Recording To edit the timer recording on the TV Guide screen 1 Select the programme to edit then press the red button 2 Select Timer Rec Edit then press OK 3 Goto step 3 on page 36 To cancel a timer recording on the TV Guide screen 1 Select the programme to cancel then press the red button 2 Select Timer Rec Cancel then press OK O disappears Operation during Recording Refer to Operation during Recording gt 32 co Some broadcasters may not send programme information When programme information is not displayed correctly use manual timer recording gt 36 The receipt of the TV Guide data via Set Top Box is not possible When timer recording from the external equipment use manual timer recording 36 You can set the start and finish time to make the timer recording work successfully 86 92 Timer Record Start Buffer Timer Record Stop Buffer To select the programmes of a specific category 1 On the TV Guide screen Press the blue button 2 Select the item then press OK To return to the previous TV Guide list Select All D
8. You cannot copy to When there is not enough free space on the HDD and the number of titles to be copied to If copy is cancelled Original title s Media 5 hours or longer mode recording mode Titles recorded in 16 9 aspect DR HDD DVD R DVD RW Ce HG HU HX HE HDD Ge HL T Notes for normal speed copy f Ce HM usA o SBD DVD R DVD RW R FRW the disc in the following cases gt Ce XP HDD DVD HDD SP ao When the number of titles recorded to the 7 ja PEL the disc is greater than 999 in total a e disc is greater than in total FR a gt DVD HDD DVD R DVD RW R RW DVD RAM only during the step while temp orarily copying to the HDD then nothing will be copied BD R DVD R DVD RW R RW Even if the title was not copied to the disc the amount of remaining writable disc space becomes less When copying title recorded in 1080 50p or 1080 60p it cannot copy in progressive Notes for copying to the USB HDD You cannot copy the following titles Protected titles HD Video AVCHD SD Video MPEG2 59 VQT4G51 Copying video Copying titles Notes for copying to the DVD RAM When copying to DVD RAM using 8 hours mode play may not be possible on DVD players that are compatible with DVD RAM Use 6 hours mode if playback may be on other equipment
9. AVCHD AVCHD AVCHD 6 VQT4G51 Getting started Impossible Media type Standard symbol Recordable contents Playable contents Audio CD CD DA e Music COMPACT DIGITAL AUDIO Co CD CD CD DivX e MKV JPEG e MP3 including CD R RW including MPO 3D photo SD Cards JPEG AVCHD AVCHD 3D ee M D MPO 3D photo SD Video MPEG2 6 DP SB MP4 JPEG XC MPO 3D photo e AVCHD AVCHD 3D SD Video MPEG2 8 MP4 MPEG2 USB memories USB j lf DivX e MKV JPEG e MP3 MPO 3D photo 1 Rewritable media 2 Referred to as USB HDD in these operating instructions 3 It cannot be recorded directly Only compatible with copying from the built in HDD x4 Recorded with AVCHD format compatible devices Panasonic video camera etc It may not be able to play back add or edit depending on the device 5 Includes finalised DVD R DVD R DL DVD RW R and R DL 6 Recorded with SD Video format compatible devices Panasonic video camera etc It can be played back only after copying to HDD gt 73 7 It cannot be played back directly from the USB memory Playback is possible by copying to the HDD 72 co RW This unit cannot record to 8X Speed RW disc USB Video images of the copyright protected DivX contents stored on USB device can be output only through the HDMI output terminal The produ
10. 24 EAS 3 DLNA compatible equipment Client x la pra oy YS g eee This unit Server For details regarding the connection and operation of equipment connected via a network refer to their respective operating instructions DLNA function compatible software should be installed For more details refer to the Panasonic website gt left Preparation When DLNA Server Function is deactivated make the settings gt 86 99 Home Network Settings 1 Operate the playback equipment Client to display the list of contents on this unit e Refer to their respective operating instructions 2 Select the item then press OK LL The DLNA compatible device that is to be connected to the unit should be connected to the same hub or broadband router as the unit Files not on the HDD cannot be played back Playing back 3D video recorded on this unit may not work properly 3D photos copied to this unit cannot be played back in 3D Editing is not possible Using this unit as Client co You can share videos photos and music stored in the DLNA Certified media server such as a PC with Windows 7 installed etc connected via a network with this unit my Ss This unit Client DLNA compatible equipment Server 1 Press FUNCTION MENU 2 Select Home Network DLNA Client in Networ
11. Playlists wn Frequently Played RY kanan Pay S Random Play Borerurn vine 3 select the item then press OK Random playback of all tracks Playback starts a Artists 1 Press lt gt to select the initial of the artist Switching to the VIDEO or PHOTO screens E So the name of the artist then press 4 On the DIRECT NAVIGATOR Music Menu OK screen 3 Select the album then press OK Press the red button 4 Select the track then press OK 2 Select VIDEO or PHOTO then press OK Albums 1 Press lt gt to select the initial of the Showing Track Information album On the track list screen 2 Select the album then press OK 1 Select the track then press OPTION 3 Select the track then press OK 2 Select Information then press OK Tag My Favourites Tracks registered in My Favourites Select the track then press OK e Registering a track to the My Favourites Up to 99 tracks While the track list screen is displayed Select the track then press the green button VQT4G51 67 Music Playing music Operations during music play Displaying photos Slideshow HDD DVD R CD USB Stop Press STOP W Pause Press PAUSE II e Press PLAY x 1 3 BP to restart play Search Press SLOW SEARCH lt 4 or SLOW SEARCH PP e Press PLAY x 1 3 BP to restart play Skip Press SKIP
12. 3 Select Yes then press OK BD R RAM N 45 VQT4G51 Playing back video Operation during play Changing audio Press AUDIO e It will switch depending on the contents recorded every time it is pressed Switching subtitles HDD USB HDD BD RE BD R 1 Press STTL 2 Select On or Off If you want to switch the subtitle language select it in the Disc menu gt 84 BD V DVD V DivX and MKV Display with Subtitles in the Disc menu 84 co DivX and MKV If the subtitles text are not displayed correctly try changing the language settings 91 Subtitle Text Displaying the Teletext HDD USB HDD BD RE BD R Press TEXT LL Teletext display mode is TOP FLOF only Some functions may not work Teletext cannot be displayed when the subtitles are set to ON Aspect You can switch the screen mode Refer to Switching the aspect ratio of the screen gt 104 46 varacst 3D video playback Preparation Connect 3D compatible TV to this unit gt 16 Perform the necessary preparations for the TV Play back following the instructions displayed on the screen Preparatory 3D settings Perform the following settings as necessary 3D BD Video Playback It is also possible to play back 3D discs in 2D
13. Aspect for Recording gt 92 Chapter Creation gt 92 Rec for High Speed Copy 92 BD DVD Speed for High Speed Copy 92 L Recording time in EP mode gt 92 HDD Management gt 93 Delete all titles gt 93 Delete all photos gt 93 L Format HDD gt 93 L Settings for USB HDD gt 93 USB HDD Registration gt 93 USB HDD Disconnection gt 93 USB HDD Management gt 93 Delete all titles 3 93 L Format USB HDD gt 93 L Cancellation of all USB HDD Registrations gt 93 Picture L Still Mode gt 93 Seamless Play 93 L NTSC Video Output gt 93 Sound t Dynamic Range Compression gt 94 Downmix gt 94 Bilingual Audio Selection gt 94 Digital Audio Output gt 94 t PCM Down Conversion gt 94 Dolby D Dolby D Dolby TrueHD gt 94 L DTS DTS HD gt 94 MPEG gt 94 L BD Video Secondary Audio gt 94 Audio Delay 95 L Audio for HG HX HE HL HM Recording gt 95 Display Language gt 95 On Screen Information gt 95 Unit s Display gt 95 Screen Saver gt 95 L Teletext gt 95 L Blue LED 95 Connection 3D Settings gt 96 3D Type gt 96 3D AVCHD Output gt 96 L 3D Playback Message 96 TV Aspect gt 96 Aspect for 4 3 Video gt 96 TV System gt 96 HDMI Connection gt 96 HDMI Vi
14. Edit Add to Album HDD 1 Select the destination album then press OK 2 Press OK e Combine Events HDD Select Yes then press OK e Remove from Album HDD Select Yes then press OK Enter Album Name HDD Refer to Entering text gt 104 e Enter Event Name Refer to Entering text gt 104 Delete Photos Select Yes then press OK Set up Protection BD RE RAM SD Select Yes then press OK Q appears when the protection is set Even if the protection is set the photo may be deleted by another unit Cancel Protection BD RE RAM SD Select Yes then press OK Copying photos Ce x1 Co x2 CBN HDD BD pvp cp Q o A SD USB 1 BD RE only 2 RAM DVD R only Selecting and copying the photos HDD BD RE RAM SD BD RE RAM DVD R CD HDD SD SD USB HDD BD RE RAM 1 Onthe DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen To copy the event Select the event then press the blue button To copy the photo 1 Select the event then press OK 2 Select the photos to copy then press the blue button e To select multiple events or photos Press the yellow button when selecting the event or photo A
15. Image may not be played back smoothly in case of DR HG HX HE HL HM mode titles AVCHD format titles or BD Video Cannot play the disc on other players BD RE BD R When these discs cannot be played back on other Blu ray Disc players etc e g title recorded with HE AAC audio format convert the recording mode to play them back 51 File Conversion DVD R DVD RW R RW The disc must be finalised or have a Top Menu created gt 79 DVD R The disc created in AVCHD format can only be played back on AVCHD compatible equipment The available recording time does not increase even after deleting titles on the disc BD R DVD R R Available space on the disc does not increase even after deleting titles DVD RW RW Available space on the disc increases when you delete the last title Cannot edit You may not be able to edit on the HDD if there is no available space Delete any unwanted titles to create empty space gt 48 Cannot create a playlist Creation or editing of playlists cannot be done on this unit 109 VQT4G51 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide The contents of the SD card cannot be read e Remove the card from the slot and then insert again If this does not solve the problem switch the unit to standby mode and turn it on again Copying deleting and sett
16. While viewing playing programme A start ee Record timer recording impossible Decrypted programme B While recording ai programme A Record aie view play programme Decrypted Kay AY B When Encrypt Recording is selected Programme A B While recording programme A start recording programme B Record Record Encrypted Encrypted While viewing playing programme A start pag ag Record timer recording P i g Encrypted pat possible programme B While recording Viewing programme A Record view play programme Encrypted playing possible up Encrypted titles Programmes recorded in encrypted form F9 have the following restrictions The encrypted title can be played back but it does not mean that it is decrypted and saved in the decrypted form Depending on the programme it may not be possible to play back decrypt after recording There are restrictions on the playback and editing of encrypted programmes To copy an encrypted programme decryption must be performed 34 vatacst Decryption Decryption is performed when the unit is turned off It will take about the same time as the recorded duration COPY on the unit s display remains lighted during decryption It is also possible to decrypt manually Refer to File Decryption gt 53 To decryp
17. then press OK at the division point CL HDD USB HDD Divided titles will become a group of titles This function cannot be used on encrypted titles F9 Changing thumbnail Editing video File Conversion HDD USB HDD RAM DVD R DVD RW R RW HDD USB HDD 1 Select Change Thumbnail in Edit then press OK 2 Press OK at the point to use as a thumbnail e You can find the desired point by using play search etc gt 44 3 Select Finish then press OK To change the point After performing step 2 Restart play and select Change then press OK at the point to change It is possible to change the image displayed on the Top Menu after finalising or creating Top Menu e This function cannot be used on encrypted titles F5 J Changing programme type of title HDD Programme type information in the title can be edited Change Prog Type Select the item for prog type change Prog Type 1 Sport Prog Type 2 No Prog Type Prog Type 3 No Prog Type Set Cancel Bok Ip Z O RETURN 1 Select Change Prog Type in Edit then press OK 2 Select the item to change a programme type then press OK 3 Select the programme type then pres
18. 22 Edit Music 69 Edit Photo 64 Edit Video 49 Chapter 45 53 Delete e1 cg canines 48 49 File Conversion 51 Protection 50 Entering text 104 F Favourites 88 File Conversion 51 Finalise 79 Format DISC scuse atk we Saves 78 EB PAA EN AA 93 SBiGard na nata an ince 78 USBHDD 93 FUNCTION MENU 26 H HD Video AVCHD COPY S E 61 72 Play ee paan Ks 39 42 HDAVI Control 82 97 HDD Delete all photos 93 Delete all titles 93 Format 93 Media information 6 HDMI cable 17 HOLD function 104 J JPEG 62 117 L Language code list 101 Lens cleaner 11 Linked Timer Recording 71 M Manual Tuning 90 Media DISC naasa teece hha 6 9 HDD arane ba 6 SD Card 6 10 USB HDD 6 USB memories 6 10 Media Renderer 76 Menu screen 42 MKV 118 Playback 42 MPEG 73 118 MPO 3D photo 62 117 MP3 66 118 Music COPY seisto dained eka 66 Delete ccana san 69 Editors pale e ea 69 Playback 66 N Network BD Live ANA 43 Connection 20 DLNA Client 75 DLNA Server 74 99 Setting 98 Software Firmware Up
19. 2X SPEED Ver 2 0 2 3X SPEED Ver 2 1 2 5X SPEED Ver 2 2 1X SPEED Ver 2 0 1 4X SPEED Ver 2 0 1 8X SPEED Ver 2 0 1 16X SPEED Ver 2 1 2 4X SPEED Ver 3 0 2 8X SPEED Ver 3 0 1X SPEED Ver 1 1 1 2X SPEED Ver 1 1 2 4X SPEED Ver 1 2 2 6X SPEED Ver 1 2 2 4X SPEED Ver 1 0 2 4 4X SPEED Ver 1 1 2 4 8X SPEED Ver 1 2 2 4 16X SPEED Ver 1 3 2 4X SPEED Ver 1 0 2 4 8X SPEED Ver 1 1 RW 2 4X SPEED Ver 1 1 2 4 4X SPEED Ver 1 2 DVD RAM DVD R SL DVD R DL DVD RW R SL R DL Optical pick up System with 2 lenses 3 integration units 405 nm wavelength for BDs 661 nm wavelength for DVDs 783 nm wavelength for CDs LASER specification Class 1 LASER Product Wave length 405 nm BDs 661 nm DVDs 783 nm CDs Laser power No hazardous radiation is emitted with the safety protection 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 SL DL DVD Video format DVD RW DVD Video format R SL DL RW 116 vatacst E Copying speed from HDD to BD R in High Speed Copy HDD HM 1 hour gt 6X Speed BD R Copying speed 60x Required time Approx 1 min The above rate in the list indicates the shortest time and fastest speed required for copying one hour title from HDD to the disc by High Speed copying The
20. 3 above The maximum number of equipment that can be registered is 16 Set the time to turn the unit to standby mode automatically When the unit is not operating the unit will be turned to standby mode once the set time has passed e When REWIND LIVE TV is set to On gt 92 Off cannot be selected Automatic Standby after OTR On This unit is turned to standby mode when it is not operated for approximately 5 minutes after completing Automatic Stop or Recording Time gt 31 VQT4G51 99 Convenient functions Changing the unit s settings Setup Automatic Standby after Copy Clock On This unit is turned to standby mode when it is not operated for approximately 5 minutes after completing copy gt 56 Copying from media other than HDD with DIRECT NAVIGATOR Copying titles with copying list RF OUT CATV Signal Set whether to output the broadcasting signal from RF OUT or not while in standby mode When Power Save in Standby is activated If On is selected the broadcasting signal is output from this unit Remote Control Change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote control if you place other Panasonic products close together Use BD 1 the factory set code under normal circumstances 1 Select the code then press OK 2 While pressing OK press and hold the number button 1 to 6 for more than 5 s
21. Geren Channel e You can select Category AV with the red button Category AV Day Date e You can select Date or Weekly by pressing the green button e Auto Renewal Recording Only daily weekly timer recording The unit will record the new programme over the old one Press the yellow button Renew ON is displayed Start Stop e Press and hold A V to alter in 15 minute increments Mode Conv Refer to step 2 gt 31 Subtitles Only when item other than OFF is selected in Conv Title Name 1 Select Title Name then press OK 2 Refer to Entering text gt 104 Recording Timer recording from channel Notes on timer recording information You can enter up to 32 programmes within a You can make timer recording of the current or month in advance Each daily or weekly next programme programme is counted as one programme When the programme recorded in DR mode is converted the audio content and subtitle language will be selected according to the 1 While watching a programme Press STATUS e g following settings a odes Multi Audio of Preferred Language gt 90 ea Ea aT a eee Subtitles of Preferred Language gt 90 Audio for HG HX HE HL HM Recording 2 Display the channel information of a gt 95 programme to record When the programme recorded in DR mode is e Switch
22. Make selections from Top Menu and Auto Play Select before creating Top Menu 1 Select Yes then press OK 2 Select Start then press OK 3 Press OK C You cannot use the Top Menu for playing on this unit The created menu is deleted when you record or edit the disc VQT4G51 79 Convenient functions Registering the external HDD USB HDD If you connect and register a USB HDD you can move the titles in the built in HDD to the USB HDD thus saving the capacity in the built in HDD If you use a USB HDD with this unit the USB HDD must first be registered on this unit e Registering of a USB HDD will format the USB HDD and all the content already recorded will be deleted Up to eight USB HDDs can be registered on this unit e Registered USB HDDs cannot be used with devices other than this unit Regarding the external HDD USB HDD Please use a confirmed USB HDD For the latest information on confirmed USB HDDs please check the following website http panasonic jp support global cs e Certain non confirmed USB HDDs cannot be used with this unit If a problem occurs with the USB HDD please contact the manufacturer of the device 80 vatacs1 Connecting the USB HDD Connect this unit with optional USB HDD e g This unit s rear panel DIGITAL AUDIO OUT PCM BITSTREAM USB HDD Only one USB HDD can be conn
23. The SSID and the encryption key of the Wireless router An Please wait a few moments authentication and then try again error or a time out error occurred A device error If the problem is not solved occurred consult your dealer 113 VQT4G51 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide Easy Network Setting Home Network Easy Network Setting Internet Connection Connection Check Test A Check the Display Check the following Display 8 following Cannot find the Primary DNS and 1 LAN cable Connection server B019 Secondary DNS settings connection or Fail of the LAN of IP Address DNS Wireless setting cables Settings gt 86 98 2 IP address Fail gt 20 No connection e The server may be busy or setting e Settings of could be made to the service may have been 3 Connection to a the hub and the server B020 suspended Please wait a gateway Fail router few moments and then try 1 LAN cable Connection again connection or Pass and settings Settings of Proxy Server Wireless setting of the hub Settings gt 86 98 and the 2 IP address Bowie and router router setting Fail e Settings of 3 Connection to Fail IP Address gateway DNS 1 LAN cable Settings connection or Pass gt 86 98 Wireless setting 2 IP address P x a Pass setting 3 Connection to PATA Fail gateway 1 LAN cable con
24. Yes or No then press OK To stop copying Press and hold RETURN 6 for 3 seconds co Photos without shooting date will be categorised using the creation date If the space on the destination drive runs out or the number of files folders to be copied exceeds the maximum 117 copying will stop partway through The name of the copied photos will be changed VQT4G51 65 Music Playing music Po X i o a DVD D DVD R only al USB Music CD Insert the disc If connected to the network the unit starts accessing the Gracenote Database and searches for the information gt 20 24 If search results indicate that multiple informations were found Select the appropriate information of the CD then press OK Playback will automatically start MP3 1 insert the media The menu screen appears gt 42 DVD R CD Playback will automatically start if only MP3 is recorded 2 Select Play Copy Music MP3 then press OK Playback will start e Using the tree screen to find a folder 1 Press OPTION 3 Select the folder then press OK 2 Select Select Folder then press OK To play other music track Select the item then press OK e g CD MP3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR CD MP3 Track List QO000 No Track Name 0001 0002 0003 OOOO 0004 OOOO 0005 OOOO
25. gt 27 Basic operations for recording and play REWIND LIVE TV PAUSE LIVE TV 30 Show Information gt 28 40 44 Selection OK Frame by frame gt 45 Show DIRECT NAVIGATOR Top Menu Pop up Menu gt 39 Show OPTION menu gt 49 64 69 Colour buttons Use in accordance with instruction on the screen Start recording 3 31 70 Select a conversion mode recording mode gt 31 70 Show the Timer Recording screen gt 36 Create chapter gt 45 Input select 3 27 70 To delete unwanted recorded titles timer programmes photos or music gt 48 TV operation buttons 3 21 Channel select gt 27 Change pages in the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen etc 9 Show the VIERA Connect screen gt 77 Switching to the radio channel list 3 27 Start up a video communication gt 77 Exit the menu screen 4 Show the TV Guide screen gt 28 Show the FUNCTION MENU screen gt 26 Return to previous screen Show subtitles gt 29 46 Show Teletext gt 29 46 Select audio gt 29 46 Skip the specified time 3 45 Skip approx 1 minute forward 45 2 Skip approx 10 seconds backward gt 45 12 vatacst Dave ect 6m REWNDLE DV PAUSE PLAY x1 3 0 gt oO a TO PAUSE LIVE TV SP Xx Insert batteries Insert so the poles and match those in the remote control R6 LR6 AA Alkaline or manganese batteries Main unit Gett
26. module Recording of encrypted broadcast The recording of encrypted broadcasts differs according to the Recording for Encrypted Channel gt 92 settings as follows Supporting CI Supporting Cl module is module is not inserted inserted Automatic Record Record Decrypted Encrypted Decrypt Record Recording Recording Decrypted impossible Encrypt Record Record Recording Encrypted Encrypted Depending on the specifications of the Cl module the broadcast may be recorded in the encrypted form below 2 encrypted programmes simultaneous recording viewing playing Two programmes e g A and B which need the same Cl module for decryption will be recorded viewed played as follows When Automatic is selected Programme A B While recording programme A start Record Record recording programme g While viewing playing Decrypted Encrypted programme A start oe Record timer recording p y g Encrypted pb possible programme B While recording sari programme A Record paang view play programme Decrypted impossible BP VQT4G51 33 Recording Recording TV programmes When Decrypt Recording is selected Programme A B While recording programme A start recording programme B Record Recording Decrypted impossible
27. 3 101 Shipping Condition 3 101 L Default Settings gt 101 VQT4G51 Convenient functions 87 Convenient functions Changing the unit s settings Setup DVB Tuning Favourites Edit You can create four favourites of channels for making viewing and recording easier Favourites Editor Sorting 123 All DVB Channels 1 0000 2 0000 3 OOOO 4 OOOO 5 OOOO 6 OOOO i 7 OOOO 8 OOOO Select channel Add Favourites1 Page up a Page downlv C 1238c IT Seecttavouries II Sekab _ Sakdcalegoy After editing as follows save the Favourites Press RETURN 6 then press OK To select the other Favourites list Press the green button To add channels to the Favourites list Select the channel in the All DVB Channels column then press OK Repeat this step Red Change the sorting mode Yellow Add continuous block of channels to the list at once Press A V to make the block then press Ok Blue Select the Category To change the order of the channels list 1 Select the channel in the Favourites column to move then press the green button 2 Select the new position then press the green button 88 vatacs1 e To delete channels Select the channel in the Favourites column then press OK e Yellow Delete all channels To change the name of t
28. 92 Recording time in EP mode Notes for copying 3D programmes It may not display correctly in 3D when a copied 3D programme is played back In such a case change the Signal Format during the playback of the title 3 47 3D information may not be copied If you want to copy 3D AVCHD video to the disc in 3D use BD R or BD RE and copying speed must be high speed About maintaining the chapter mark The position of the chapter might shift slightly Maximum number of chapters on the disc is limited BD RE BD R Approx 1000 R RW Approx 254 Depends on the state of recording Copying a finalised disc DVD V HDD While playing a disc the content being played is copied to the HDD according to the set time RAM DVD R DVD RW gt 1 Press FUNCTION MENU 2 Select Copy Video in Copy then press OK 3 set Copy Mode 1 Select Copy Mode then press gt right 2 Press OK then select the recording mode XP SP LP EP 3 Press lt 60 VQT4G51 4 set Copy Time 1 Select Copy Time then press gt right 2 Select Time Setting then press OK 3 Select On or Off On Set the copying time Set a few minutes longer than the source title in order to include the operation time before play begins Off Copying all the content on the disc
29. The screen switches to PHOTO For the playback method refer to the instructions for the disc Showing Information Delete BD Video data Select the title then press STATUS If you no longer need BD Live data recorded on the built in HDD you can delete data with the Playback from Chapter View following operation 1 Select the title then press OPTION 1 Press FUNCTION MENU 2 Select Chapter View then press OK 2 Select BD Video Data Management in 3 Select the chapter then press OK Others then press OK e Regarding chapters 3 Select Delete BD Video data then press OK Refer to Regarding chapters 3 41 4 Select Yes then press OK 5 Select Start then press OK DIRECT NAVIGATOR AVCHD screen 6 Press OK SD e g co DRT ATOR Video AVCHD The usable functions and the operating method may vary No Date Day Time Title Name with each disc please refer to the instructions on the disc GN 001 01 01 SUN 9 00 Dogs and Cats n Fi 002 01 01 SUN 5 00 Birds You can restrict Internet access when BD Live functions are Fete coat Cron rosoT Tue Toon Footer used 9 86 91 BD Live 005 03 01 TUE 11 30 House dog 006 04 01 WED 2 00 Hunting 007 05 01 THU 11 00 Shopping n 008 05 01 THU 10 00 Venus 009 06 01 FRI 3 45 Kitten 010 06 01 FRI 9 00 Moon g P
30. conventional video gt 86 91 3D Type If 3D video cannot be played back in 3D you may be able to play it in 3D by changing the setting gt 86 96 3D AVCHD Output If 2D AVCHD video is recognised as 3D video and cannot be played back correctly you may be able to play it by changing the setting gt 86 96 3D Playback Message Hide the 3D viewing warning screen gt 86 96 Graphic Display Level Adjust the 3D position for the playback menu or message screen etc gt 84 3D settings during playback Change this setting when the screen is not correctly displayed for 3D compatible programmes 1 Press OPTION 2 Select 3D Settings then press OK 3 Select the item then press OK Signal Format e Original Keep original picture format e Side by side 3D picture format comprising of left and right screens 2D to 3D Converts 2D pictures to 3D effect while playing 3D Picture Mode e Normal Normal 3D effects Soft Soft 3D effects e This function cannot be enabled when Signal Format is set to 2D to 3D e Manual Settings Set 3D effect manually Distance Set the amount of depth perception Screen Type Selects how the screen appears during 3D playback flat or round Frame Width Set the amount of feathering at the edge of screen Frame Colour Set the colour of feathering at the edge of screen Playing back video co Depending on the conten
31. formatting will be automatically performed Therefore do not name a disc before this operation gt 78 Disc Name Discs will be automatically finalised after copy You can choose the thumbnail image of the Top Menu before using this function 51 Changing thumbnail The following HD Videos AVCHD cannot be copied to the disc in high definition Exceeding 18 Mbps 1080 50p or 1080 60p Without the AVCHD information video recorded with 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 VQT4G51 61 Photo Playing photos 2 A9 A a HDD BD DVD ED il SD USB 1 BD RE only 2 RAM DVD R only In order to play back 3D photo MPO this unit should be connected to a Full HD 3D compatible TV 1 HDD 1 Press FUNCTION MENU 2 Select Photo in Playback Contents then press OK BD RE RAM DVD R CD SD USB 1 Insert the media The menu screen appears gt 42 2 Select View Photos then press OK 2 Select the event then press OK e g HDD Tab DIRECT NAVIGATOR PHOTO Abum2 J Abum3 03 01 2010 3 4 28102010 72 25 02 2011 a 75032071 pak ox TIT Calendar Pag oono Pave Ur
32. need a miniSD automatically divided every adaptor 8 hours Includes microSD microSDHC BD RE 200 titles on one disc microSDXC cards need a microSD M BD R adaptor DVD RAM 99 titles on one disc 2 SDXC only DVD R DVD RW E USB device R RW 49 titles on one disc USB standard USB2 0 High Speed Format FAT12 FAT16 FAT32 Information for the files other than recorded programmes Data that can be played MP3 JPEG MPO DivX MKV MP4 MPEG 2 E JPEG MPO Playable media HDD BD RE SL DL DVD RAM DVD R DVD R DL CD R CD RW SD Card USB device Audio information The audio output differs depending on which terminals are connected to the amplifier receiver and the setting on this unit gt 94 Digital Audio Output The number of channels listed is the maximum possible number of output channels when Compatible pixels Between 34X 34 and 8192x8192 pixels Sub sampling is 4 2 2 or 4 2 0 Files JPEG conforming DCF connected to amplifier receiver compatible with the respective audio format Design rule for Camera File system MPO conforming MPF Multi Picture Format Digital Audio Output Maximum numbers of folders and files Terminal A z Bitstream PCM Maximum Maximum Media BD Video folders files HDMI AV Output using 7 1ch PCM 1 2 HDD 20000 OUT original audio DVD Video BD RE 500 10000 5 1ch PCM DVD RAM 500 10000 DIGITAL Dolby Digit
33. then press OK to start copying To stop copying Press and hold RETURN 6 for 3 seconds VQT4G51 73 With Other Equipment Smart Home Networking DLNA Smart Home Networking DLNA allows you to watch the contents on Server equipment connected on the same network from Client equipment This unit can be used both as Server and Client Additionally if used as Client this unit can also be used as Media Renderer which can be controlled by a Smartphone etc Preparation e Network connection gt 20 24 Perform Home Network settings of the DLNA compatible equipment For more details refer to the following website and the operating instructions for each item of equipment http panasonic jp support global cs This site is in English only LL Some video cannot be played back depending on the equipment the condition of this unit or the file type Ensure that the router for your home network has adequate security system to prevent unauthorized access 74 vatacs1 Using this unit as Server You can enjoy the video and photos saved on the HDD of this unit on DLNA Client compatible equipment connected via a network You can also watch broadcasts received by this unit on a smartphone etc e The titles with access restriction e g copy restriction signals sent from broadcasters are not available for this function e You cannot play back music from the playback equipment Client
34. update notice is not displayed in select Yes and press OK the following cases If for some reason the notification is not When recording a programme displayed or if cancelled the notification is When timer recording and GAM update occur instead displ d the ch Lint ti simultaneously Stead ASPA yer On me channgrnrormanon When displaying FUNCTION MENU DIRECT gt 28 NAVIGATOR etc e g Operations such as view playback or record cannot be performed while upgrading the CAM 7 NEWS 10 30 Any buttons on the remote control or the unit cannot be 9 00 11 00 1 All DVB Channels 0000 Naw c E munana Cicio used while upgrading the CAM Dolby D Tey If the timer recording is started CAM software upgrade is cancelled to start recording To execute CAM software upgrade press the 9 PER N red button For details refer to your CAM s operating instructions or consult your dealer 2 Follow the instructions on the screen vatacs1 103 Convenient functions Other operations Entering text Preparation Show the Enter Title Name screen etc 1 Selecta character then press OK Repeat this step to enter other characters e g Name field shows the text you have entered Ener Tie Nare Top Menu Preview OE 2 3 4 5
35. 0 for more than 5 seconds 100 Software firmware is updating when UPD is displaying on the unit s display Wait until the update is completed 3 102 The HOLD function is activated gt 104 Press and hold OK and the indicated number button at the same time I Pr Unit s display Startup is slow e Startup takes time in the following situations A disc is inserted The clock is not set Immediately after a power failure or the AC mains lead is connected When a BD J application is executing When the Power Save in Standby is activated gt 99 Displays 0 00 is flashing on the unit s display e Set the clock gt 86 100 TV screen and video Screen size is wrong e Check the TV Aspect or Aspect for 4 3 Video gt 96 e Adjust the aspect ratio setting on TV If you connect to 4 3 TV set HDMI Video Format to 576p 480p 86 96 Check Aspect for Recording before recording or file conversion gt 86 92 The black screen appears on the TV This phenomenon may occur depending on the TV setting when Power Save in Standby is set to Off Depending on the TV this phenomenon may be prevented by reconnecting to a different HDMI input terminal Picture does not appear with the HD quality although HD setting was made The pictures are output with 576p 480p d
36. BD V AVCHD DVD R SD only Frame by frame is Forward direction gt INIP Frame by frame cannot be used on encrypted titles F5 Manual Skip Skip forward 1 minute Press MANUAL SKIP 60s Skip backward 10 seconds Press MANUAL SKIP 10s co DivX and MKV Manual Skip is not effective Skipping the specified time 1 Press TIME SLIP 2 Select the time with A V e Press and hold A V to change the time by 10 minute 3 Press OK e Play skips the specified time co BD V MPEG2 USB DVD V DivX MKV AVCHD MP4 and TIME SLIP is not effective Playing back video To display menu BD V DVD V 1 Press OPTION 2 Select Playback Menu then press OK 3 Select Top Menu Pop up Menu or Menu then press OK Skipping the title or chapter Press SKIP 144 or SKIP BB HDD USB HDD It will not skip the title But the titles in the grouped titles will be skipped gt 40 SKIP PP is not effective for encrypted titles F9 To create Chapter Marks HDD USB HDD BD RE BD R During the playback or pause Press CHAPTER RAM To delete the Chapter Mark HDD USB HDD BD RE 1 While paused Press SKIP 144 or SKIP BPI and skip to the location you want to delete Press CHAPTER
37. Copying music to HDD anassa naaa aaa Playing music recordedonHDD Operations during music play Editing music playlist With Other Equipment Recording from external equipment Manual Recording 0 a Flexible Recording via AV input Linked timer recording SKY Digital STB etc EXT LINK 2a na NANG Greate als are Copying the HD Video or the SD Video Copying HD Video AVCHD Copying SD Video MPEG2 Smart Home Networking DLNA Using this unit as Server Using this unit as Client Using this unitas Media Renderer Convenient functions VIERA Connect Enjoying Internet Service To enjoy video communication e g Skype M Media management 4 Registering the external HDD USB HDD 80 N 9 About descriptions in these operating Connecting the USBHDD 80 x Disconnecting the USBHDD 80 instructions i eget eSB HOD LL at eee eee ete VIERA Link Q Link functions 82 illustrations in these Operating Instructions show images Playback menu 84 of DMR BCT820 unless otherwise indicated Changing the unit s settings Setup 86 BCT820 indicates features applicable to Common procedures e ee eee eee 86 SEA a eaii E AA AA ga Berea wales tees eboleatie ARDD Bise
38. GB 9 4 GB R 8 5 GB RW 4 7 GB XP 1 hour 2 hours 1 hour 1 hour 45 min SP 2 hours 4 hours 2 hours 3 hours 35 min LP 4 hours 8 hours 4 hours 7 hours 10 min EP 6 hours 6 hours 12 hours 6 hours 10 hours 45 min EP 8 hours 8 hours 16 hours 8 hours 14 hours 20 min When Recording time in EP mode is set to 6 hours gt 92 e Regarding recording time remaining This unit records using a VBR Variable bit rate data compression system to vary recorded data segments to match video data segments which may cause differences in the displayed amount of time and space remaining for recording 120 vatacst 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 DLNA the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks service marks or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance DVB and the DVB logos are trademarks of the DVB Project The Cl Plus Logo is a trademark of CI Plus LLP Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Manufactured under license under U S P
39. Refer to the TV operating instructions PAUSE LIVE TV When you connect the TV with a HDMI cable and a 21 pin Scart cable it is possible to pause programmes that cannot be received with the tuner of this unit Recording Recording TV programmes e This operation will only record to built in HDD e This unit can record two programmes being broadcasted at the same time e About CI Plus restriction gt 15 Notes for recording of an encrypted broadcast gt 33 1 Select the channel to record 2 Press REC MODE and select the conversion mode then press OK This unit will record the programmes in DR mode once and then automatically convert to the selected recording mode while this unit is in standby e Recording mode 8 Conversion Mode Setting HDD Remain Oh Om DR Data Size Off DR HG Large High Hx Definition HE HL HM Small XP Large Standard SP Definition LP EP Small ox The conversion mode set here is used as an initial value for the next recording 3 Press REC Recording starts e REC1 or REC2 will light on the unit s display 4 select Automatic Stop then press OK e One touch recording OTR Recording stops automatically when the programme ends REC1 OTR OOOO 8 00 8 45 Vacation Automatic Stop at 8 45 Recordin
40. TV Aspect Set to match the type of TV connected e Pan 8 Scan Side picture is trimmed for 16 9 picture The pictures may be shown in the letterbox style depending on the content e Letterbox Black bands appear for 16 9 picture Aspect for 4 3 Video To play a 4 3 title set how to show pictures on a 16 9 TV TV System Set in accordance with the TV System for the connected TV 96 vatacs1 When playing BD Video recorded in 24 frames this unit displays each frame at 1 24 second intervals the same interval originally shot with the film movie e This item is effective only when this unit is connected to a TV supporting 1080 24p output using an HDMI cable and HDMI Video Format is set to Automatic or 1080p 3 above When BD Video images other than 24p are played images are output at 60p Deep Colour Output This setting is for selecting whether to use Deep Colour output when a TV that supports Deep Colour is connected HDMI Audio Output Select Off when connected to a TV with an HDMI cable and connected to an amplifier receiver not compatible with HDMI with a DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal Convenient functions 7 1ch Audio Reformatting AV2 Settings BD V Surround sound with 6 1 ch or less is AV2 Input automatically expanded and played back at Set according to the output from the external 7 1 ch equipment If Off is s
41. The message is displayed Please read it carefully and then press OK The video communication service can be accessed directly by pressing button 2 Select the item then press OK Operable buttons A V GB OK RETURN 6 colour buttons and number buttons To exit from VIERA Connect Press EXIT 09 co When playing content from a disc SD card or USB device VIERA Connect cannot be accessed In the following cases settings are possible using Network Service Settings gt 86 98 When restricting the use of VIERA Connect When the audio is distorted If using slow Internet connection the video may not be displayed correctly A high speed Internet service with a speed of at least 6 Mbps is recommended Be sure to update the software firmware when a software firmware update notice is displayed on the screen If the software firmware is not updated you will not be able to use the VIERA Connect function The services through VIERA Connect are operated by their respective service providers and service may be discontinued either temporarily or permanently without notice Therefore Panasonic will make no warranty for the content or the continuity of the services All features of websites or content of the service may not be available Some contents may be inappropriate for some viewers Some contents of VIERA Connect may only be available for specific countries and may be presented in s
42. USBINDD a nana eine Kat mons 91 BCT721 indicates features applicable to 2 PICKUPS ts bee tint ge Sivek taeda da tame dees 93 DMR BCT721 only SES OUNG ata pa My sions oe veal eee aan AG NA 94 Pages to be referred to are indicated as 2 OO iDisplay s5 c0 052 tabs tae JA DRAG 95 Connection sz sce oa ice See Satna ace ess 96 lt Network NG KANNADA ce dae a aa a 98 VOMS e 2 NTG bp Meant i AT nab 99 Language code list 000 e ee eee 101 Software Firmware Update 102 Getting started Update software firmware of this unit 102 Cl Plus compatible CAM software firmware update o a oana eee ee 103 Other operations 104 Watching broadcasts SIT Entering text eee 104 Switching the aspect ratio of the screen 104 Recording HOLD function 104 eel Troubleshooting Playing back video Troubleshooting guide 105 maa General operation eee eee 105 lt Displays aunty cx 12 NG Mana aan An 106 Editing video TV screen and video 200005 106 _ SOUND ist Rial te Oe hs NESE et 107 Recording timer recording and copying 108 Copying video Play eee 109 a a MENG kaha hahhaah ange tee tote arcane 109 BSBA tiers chat oe BANG Balad KA nears 110 Photo MUSICS 2 OS kaa Sa a ae oie Se Ped 110 es USBr mp aang Ba BP aran fo aie Ka 110 SAW AA 110 Music J Broadcast aratge chen
43. VIDEO or MUSIC screens Slideshow settings HDD 1 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 PITA Start Slideshow BD RE RAM Interval Normal Transition Effect Fade On the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen Repeat Play on Press the red button Music Selection No background music Background Music No List Random BGM Off Photo play option BR SO RETURN 1 While displaying a photo Press OPTION 2 Select the item then press OK 2 Select the item then press OK Start Slideshow Aspect You can start a slideshow You can switch the screen mode gt 104 Interval Graphic Display Level You can set up the time until the next photo NG is to display You can change the 3D position of the screen display etc during the 3D photo Transition Effect playback Effect for the next photo to display can be t Photo Menu oe Start Slideshow Repeat Play You can start a slideshow You can set up to play back repeatedly e Rotate RIGHT Rotate LEFT Music Selection e g You can select background music on either from HDD or USB or off Background Music You can select background music from HDD He The information of the rotated photos will My Fa
44. WF PROTECTED CERTIFIED SETUP Wi Fi Wi Fi Protected Setup WPA and WPA2 are marks or registered marks of the Wi Fi Alliance HDAVI Control is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation HDMI the HDMI Logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries Java is a registered trademark of Oracle and or its affiliates Java POWERED Windows is a trademark or a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries vatacs1 121 Reference Licenses DivX DivX Certified and associated logos are trademarks of Rovi Corporation or its subsidiaries and are used under license ABOUT DIVX VIDEO DivX is a digital video format created by DivX LLC a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation This is an official DivX Certified device that plays DivX video Visit divx com for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX videos ABOUT DIVX VIDEO ON DEMAND This DivX Certified device must be registered in order to play purchased DivX Video on Demand VOD movies To obtain your registration code locate the DivX VOD section in your device setup menu Go to vod divx com for more information on how to complete your registration gracenote Gracenote Corporate Description Music and video recognition technology and related data are
45. a complete stop approx 3 minutes in order to avoid subjecting to vibration and shock Even after the unit is switched to standby mode the HDD continues operating for a short time Cleaning e This unit Wipe with a soft dry cloth Never use alcohol paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit Before using chemically treated cloth carefully read the instructions that came with the cloth e This unit s lens e Use the Lens cleaner optional to clean the unit s lens Lens cleaner RP CL720AE This lens cleaner may not be available for sale in all countries e g not available in Germany please consult your Panasonic dealer for advice When requesting this unit for repair The registration of the USB HDD may be cancelled in the process of repairing this unit You can use the USB HDD again by re registering but all recorded content already on the USB HDD will be lost In such cases the recorded content data cannot be recovered VQT4G51 11 Getting started Control reference guide Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control Remote control Transmit the remote control signal e Point it at remote control signal sensor on this unit 3 13 Switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa Select drive HDD BD SD or USB Select channels and title numbers etc Enter numbers or characters Switch to the previously watched channel
46. and 4 OPEN CLOSE on the main unit for 5 or more seconds The system switches from PAL to NTSC or vice versa e Picture may not be seen when more than 4 devices are connected with HDMI cables Reduce the number of connected devices e The picture may be distorted or a black screen may appear between scenes recorded with different aspect ratios Set Deep Colour Output gt 86 96 or Contents Type Flag gt 86 97 to Off Troubleshooting 3D video is not output correctly 3D video may be output correctly by changing the following settings 3D Type of 3D Settings gt 96 Signal Format 3 47 3D settings during playback e Check the settings of the connected TV When a non 3D compatible amplifier receiver is connected between this unit and a TV 3D video is not output gt 18 When the amplifier receiver which is connected between this unit and a TV is off 3D video is not output gt 18 3D discs may not be played back correctly due to the settings of the TV e When HDMI Audio Output is set to Off 3D video may not be output correctly gt 96 The same video is displayed in each left and right half of the screen e This is a 3D programme of the Side by Side type Change the setting as follows if connecting with a 3D compatible TV 1 Press OPTION 2 Select 3D Settings then press OK 3 Select Side by side in Signal Format then
47. and remove the USB HDD Itis not possible to play back the content from a Delete all photos USB HDD whose registration has been cancelled Delete all photos on the built in HDD Format HDD Formatting deletes all contents on the Still Mode built in HDD and they cannot be restored Select the type of picture shown when you pause Check carefully before proceeding play e Field Settings for USB HDD Select if jittering occurs when Automatic is selected The picture is coarser e Frame Select if small text or fine patterns cannot be seen clearly when Automatic is selected USB HDD Disconnection The picture is clearer and finer This function puts the USB HDD in a state in which it can be safely disconnected gt 80 USB HDD Registration Register the USB HDD gt 81 Seamless Play The segments can be played back seamlessly USB HDD Management e When Off is selected frame dropping between Press and hold OK for 3 seconds to show the segments can be avoided but the video may the following settings freeze for a moment between the segments Seamless Play function does not work depending on the condition or the kind of Delete all titles Delete all titles on the USB HDD programme Delete does not work if one or more This function cannot be used on encrypted titles are protected titles F9 Format USB HDD Formatting deletes all contents and NTSC Video Output
48. be editec RN OPON as Press RETURN to go back to f previous menu TAZ z or EI I fl a b Pa p em Page 0017001 ORETURN OOPTION pe Delete CI C Edit Chapter Mark C Select SS 3 Select the chapter then press OK To edit the chapter in Chapter View Refer to Editing chapters 3 53 VaT4G51 41 Playing back video Playing titles on the media H E Ce a 0 BD Video DVD Video BD DVD ED eh SD USB 1 Insert the media Depending on the type of the media play starts from the specified position or the screen appears AVCHD If the menu screen is not displayed Press PLAY x 1 3 BB 2 When the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen or menu screen etc appears Select the item or title then press OK e Repeat this step if necessary Playback starts To play back the playlist created on other equipment 1 Press FUNCTION MENU 2 Select Playlists in Others then press OK 3 Select the playlist then press OK mm BD V You cannot play back while recording from external equipment Also playback stops when the timer recording starts from external equipment Some DivX and MKV files may not be played back depending on the video resolution and frame rate condition 42 varacst Menu screen Selecting screen for each operation is displayed when the media is inserted and you can access the operation screen easily e g USB
49. cable ES 5000 OPTICAL COAXIAL Ej DIGITAL AUI PCM BITSTREAM VIERA Link function is possible by connecting to a TV or amplifier receiver compatible with VIERA Link When using a TV or an amplifier receiver that does not display ARC compatible on the HDMI terminal it is necessary to connect the TV and the amplifier receiver with a digital audio cable to enjoy the TV audio on the amplifier receiver DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal E Using Optical digital audio cable OPTICAL IN CA Optical digital audio cable NS s Sooma Amplifier receiver KI DISITALAUDIO OUT EN PCM BITSTREAM OUT 3 E Using Coaxial cable Amplifier receiver COAXIAL IN f EI Coaxial cable Wi NITA NIO Tansee DIGITAL AUDIO OU PEMJBITSTAEAN When you do not want the audio to be output from the TV set HDMI Audio Output to Off gt 86 96 AUDIO OUT terminal Connect to terminals of the same colour Amplifier receiver AUDIO IN R O O Audio cable Getting started Other TV connections 21 pin Scart terminal m r Z TV 21 pin Scart cable DODODODO JOOO0000000 Teas voto O OO0000000 co Set according to the co
50. displayed and playback or copying will be interrupted More information about Cinavia technology is provided at the Cinavia Online Consumer Information Center at http www cinavia com To request additional information about Cinavia by mail send a postcard with your mailing address to Cinavia Consumer Information Center P O Box 86851 San Diego CA 92138 USA VQT4G51 3 Table of contents Safety precautions 2 Supplied accessories 3 Getting started HDD and media information 6 Recordable playable contents 6 Recording mode 2 0 a 8 s Notesu Gin Paka ha LALANDI 9 UIE careg a eie naa ape aceon 11 Control reference guide 12 Cimod la akan ns Wee Saga ei a en 14 Connections nkka GRAY 16 Basic connections aan 16 Amplifier receiver connections 18 Other TV connections an 19 Network connection 20 Settings i hacen whee ee tated Kabag dad 21 TV operation buttons 2 20 0 0000 21 2 Easy BEING a Baa hn Ba oa Meee be 22 Easy Network Setting 000000 eee 24 FUNCTION MENU screen 26 Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts 27 Using Channel List 2 0 00 0000 00s eee 27 Using TV Guide system a 28 Using channel information 0085 28 Operations while watching broadcast 29 REWIN
51. e Create name Enter the name Refer to Entering text 3 104 Registration type for remote devices e Automatic All connected devices on the same network can access this unit Manual Only registered devices can access this unit Remote device list On It will go into the Power Save in Standby mode On Timer Power Save in Standby is activated when the set time comes If the clock has not been set Power Save in Standby is activated at all hours Off It is possible to start quickly from standby mode Quick Start mode This function cannot be enabled when the DLNA function is enabled in Home Network function gt left If On or On Timer is selected Unit s Display is fixed to Automatic gt 95 When Power Save in Standby is activated Video from AV2 input cannot be viewed with this unit in standby mode The setting may be changed to Off automatically when the setting for video communication is changed 3 77 Automatic Standby To register equipment manually 1 Select the device name or the MAC Address for the device you want to register then press OK 2 Select Yes then press OK e To deregister equipment 1 Select the registered equipment then press OK 2 Select Yes then press OK co e This function cannot be enabled when Automatic is selected in Registration type for remote devices
52. earlier timer recording and the start time of the later timer recording are close to each other To divide the titles refer to Dividing title gt 50 VOT4G51 71 With Other Equipment Copying the HD Video or the SD Video BOW NhN A HDD BD DVD SD USB e g LL If you connect a Panasonic product with a USB connection Connecting to the Panasonic video camera USB connection cable optional cable setup screen may be displayed on the connected equipment For details refer to the instructions for the connected equipment 7070 7 a1e E m DAYO COR 0 AN4 m D BD RE BD R RAM HDD DVD R DVD RW R RW SD USB HDD video camera etc BD RE BD R e The original file must be in the AVCHD standard 1 72 Connect the video camera or insert the media The menu screen appears gt 42 e Make the video camera ready for data transfer Select Copy Video AVCHD then press OK When copying from an SD card or video equipment Select Copy to HDD or Copy to Blu ray Disc then press OK VQT4G51 4 Select the title then press the yellow button A check mark is displayed Repeat this step e g SD Copy Video AVCHD Destination Capacit Oso 3 SHD S
53. press OK No sound Distorted sound e Check the connections gt 16 e Check the settings of the connected TV etc e Press AUDIO to select the audio 3 29 46 To output audio from a device connected with an HDMI cable set HDMI Audio Output to On gt 86 96 Cannot change audio channel e You cannot change the audio channel if Digital Audio Output is set to Bitstream gt 94 107 VQT4G51 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide Recording timer recording and copying Cannot record Cannot copy Some broadcasts are copyright protected e You cannot record to the disc by pressing the REC or timer recording e The disc is protected gt 78 e DVD R DVD RW R RW Since it will copy to HDD temporarily copying is not possible if there is insufficient available capacity on the HDD DVD R DVD RW R RW Copying or editing may not be possible on these discs after ejecting and loading the disc or switching the unit on or to standby mode for approximately 30 times after being copied to e This unit cannot record copy NTSC signals to discs that already have PAL signal recordings Timer recording does not work properly e Failed timer recordings are displayed in grey with X on the Timer Recording screen gt 38 When you programme a timer recording check the screen icons If is displayed this t
54. provided by Gracenote Gracenote is the industry standard in music recognition technology and related content delivery For more information please visit www gracenote com Gracenote Proprietary Legends CD DVD Blu ray Disc and music and video related data from Gracenote Inc copyright 2000 to present Gracenote Gracenote Software copyright 2000 to present Gracenote One or more patents owned by Gracenote apply to this product and service See the Gracenote website for a non exhaustive list of applicable Gracenote patents Gracenote CDDB MusicID MediaVOCS the Gracenote logo and logotype and the Powered by Gracenote logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Gracenote in the United States and or other countries Gracenote End User License Agreement This application or device contains software from Gracenote Inc of Emeryville California Gracenote The software from Gracenote the Gracenote Software enables this application to perform disc and or file identification and obtain music related information including name artist track and title information Gracenote Data from online servers or embedded databases collectively Gracenote Servers and to perform other functions You may use Gracenote Data only by means of the intended End User functions of this application or device You agree that you will use Gracenote Data the Gracenote Software and Gracenote Servers for your own pe
55. recorded content on a disc or to keep the original data or CDs that they were copied from If you notice a problem with the HDD such as repetitive strange sounds immediately save backup all content and request service If you continue using the HDD with a problem the unit or the recorded content will be damaged e If the HDD or USB HDD is damaged the recorded content cannot be recovered Setup precautions e Place the unit on a surface that is flat and not subject to vibration or impact e Do not place on anything that generates heat like a Set Top Box etc e Place in an area where condensation does not occur Conditions where condensation may occur When there is an extreme change in temperature e g when subjected to an air conditioner or when cooled air directly impacts the unit When there is high humidity or a lot of steam in the room In the above situation without turning the unit on let the unit adjust to the room temperature and wait 2 3 hours until condensation is gone Getting started e Do not block the cooling fan on the rear of the unit e The unit may breakdown if cigarette smoke or bug spray vapour etc gets inside the unit When moving the unit Before moving the unit ensure the disc tray is empty 1 Switch the unit to standby mode Wait until BYE disappears from the display 2 Remove the AC mains lead from the household mains socket 3 Move only after the unit has come to
56. reduced When Power Save in Standby is set to On or On Timer 99 this function is fixed to Automatic Screen Saver This is to prevent burn in on the screen Teletext Select the Teletext gt 29 display mode Blue LED Set the lighting method for the lamp on the SD card slot If SD inserted is selected when this unit is turned on and SD card is inserted the lamp is lighted VQT4G51 95 Convenient functions Changing the unit s settings Setup Connection HDMI Connection 3D Settings HDMI Video Format You can only select items compatible with the 3D Type connected equipment If 3D video cannot be played back in 3D you may be able to play it in 3D by changing the setting Change the settings for 3D on the TV also when Side by side is selected 3D AVCHD Output If 2D AVCHD video is recognised as 3D video and cannot be played back correctly you may be able to play it by changing the setting 3D Playback Message If Automatic is selected the output resolution best suited to the connected TV 1080p 1080i 720p or 576p 480p is automatically selected To enjoy High Quality Video up converted to 1080p you need to connect the unit to 1080p compatible HDTV If this unit is connected to an HDTV through other equipment it must also be 1080p compatible 24p Output Set to display or hide the 3D viewing warning screen
57. required amount of time and speed may vary depending on the conditions such as the area where information is written or unique feature on the disc E Region code DVD 2 BD Region B Playable discs BD Video Blu ray 3D BD Live BD ROM Version 2 4 BD RE Ver 2 1 JPEG MPO BD RE DL Ver 2 1 JPEG MPO BD R Ver 1 3 LTH type Ver 1 3 DivX 1 MKV 1 BD R DL Ver 1 3 DivX 1 MKV DVD RAM DVD Video Recording format AVCHD format JPEG MPO DVD R DVD Video format AVCHD format JPEG MPO MP3 2 DivX 23 MKV 23 DVD R DL DVD Video format AVCHD format JPEG MPO 2 MP3 2 DivX 23 MKV 23 DVD RW DVD Video format DVD Video Recording format AVCHD format R Video AVCHD format R DL Video AVCHD format RW Video AVCHD format DVD Video DVD Video format CD Audio CD DA CD R CD RW CD DA JPEG MPO MP3 DivX MKV 1 UDF2 5 2 1 09660 level 1 or 2 except for extended formats Joliet This unit is compatible with multi session This unit is not compatible with packet writing 3 UDF1 02 without ISO9660 UDF 1 5 with ISO9660 Reference E SD Card Compatible media SD Memory Card Maximum numbers of titles that can be Format FAT12 FAT16 FAT32 exFAT 2 recorded Data that can be played JPEG MPO f AVCHD format MPEG 2 MP4 HDD 999 mles When continuously recording for 1 Includes SDHC SDXC cards long durations titles are Includes miniSD cards
58. screen mode Refer to Switching the aspect ratio of the screen gt 104 To select the contents in the broadcast When a programme includes audio signals etc you can select signals 1 Press OPTION 2 Select Digital TV Menu then press OK 3 Select Multi Audio or Sub Channel then press OK 4 Select the item VQT4G51 29 Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts REWIND LIVE TV PAUSE LIVE TV This unit temporarily saves a live TV programme you are watching with this unit s tuner on HDD REWIND LIVE TV You can rewind live TV programme to the point where temporary save has started up to 1 5 hours REWIND LIVE TV does not work when watching a programme via external input PAUSE LIVE TV You can pause live TV programme and restart watching from the paused position 1 While watching TV REWIND LIVE TV Press SLOW SEARCH 44 to rewind PAUSE LIVE TV Press PAUSE II to pause The maximum amount of the temporary save is 1 5 hours 2 When you want to resume Press PLAY x 1 3 B e You can perform search or Quick View etc If temporary save stops gt right playback will be performed by that point Display information While pausing or rewinding a broadcast Press STATUS Pause 8 05 9 35 8 50 e Press STATUS again 8 50 55 01 01 2012 Play 8 50 50 oT 30 vatacst While pausing a programme via exte
59. settings Setup Easy Network Setting Press OK to start Easy Network Setting gt 24 Network Settings LAN Connection Mode Select the LAN connection method Wireless Settings This allows to set and check the connection settings of the Wireless router e g Wireless Settings Connection Setting Double Speed Mode Setting 2 4GHz The current connection settings and status are displayed Current connection settings Network name SSID 00000 Wireless type 802 11n 2 4GHz 20MHz AULENUCAUON WOE OOOO Encryption type AES Current status Connection status Connected Se ______ _ 2 1 Encryption type Reception Type of wireless router Connection Setting The Wireless router connection wizard will be displayed Double Speed Mode Setting 2 4GHz When a 2 4 GHz wireless format is used this setting sets the connection speed If you connect using the Double Speed Mode 40MHZz 2 channels use the same frequency band and there is consequently a greater risk of reception interference This can cause the connection speed to drop or the connection to become unstable 98 varacs1 IP Address DNS Settings Check the connection of the network or set the IP address and DNS To set the IP address and DNS 1 Set IP Address Auto assignment and DNS IP Auto assignment to Off 2 Select the item then p
60. the selected country Full Scans the whole frequency range Frequency Symbol Rate Network ID Normally set to Auto If Auto is not displayed or if necessary enter the value specified by your cable provider with number buttons 4 Select Start scan then press OK LL The timer recording programmes are cancelled VQT4G51 89 Convenient functions Changing the unit s settings Setup Manual Tuning Signal Condition You can add new channels manually 1 Adjust the frequency symbol rate and service ID For details consult the cable provider Adjust the frequency by checking the signal strength and signal quality displays 2 Select Start scan then press OK e The set channel is displayed in the table Update Channel List You can update the channel list to the latest one Child Lock PIN is required to change gt 27 Child Lock List You can restrict the viewing of channels and playback of titles You can lock each channel or AV input 1 Select the channel or AV input to lock 2 Press OK is displayed e Press OK again to cancel e Green Lock all channels e Yellow Unlock all channels Parental Rating You can check the quality and strength of signals Press CH a v to select the channel Signal Condition Channel Name OO Signal Quality 10096 Signal Strength 100 Bit Error Rate 00000 J Network Name 0000 J P
61. the disc Play Repeat Play Select the item which you want to repeat Random Select whether to play random or not Graphic Display Level You can change the 3D position of the playback settings display etc during the 3D playback Picture Mode Select the picture quality mode during play e Normal Default setting e Soft Soft picture with fewer video artifacts e Fine Details are sharper e Cinema Mellows movies enhances detail in dark scenes e Cartoon A mode suitable for viewing animations Advanced Settings e HD optimizer This will compensate the mosaic noise in the video and haze around the characters precisely e Chroma Process The high resolution processing of HDMI chroma signals produces a high resolution picture with rich picture quality e Detail Clarity The picture becomes sharp and detailed e Super Resolution Standard picture quality video is corrected to sharp and crisp picture quality when it is output as 1080i 1080p from the HDMI terminal Progressive Select the method of conversion for progressive output to suit the type of title being played e Auto Automatically detects the film and video content and appropriately converts it e Video Select this setting when the content is distorted if Auto is selected e Film Select this if the edges of the film content appear jagged or rough when Auto is selected However if the video content is distorted as shown in
62. the illustration to the right then select Auto Convenient functions Sound Sound Effects e This function is effective when Digital Audio Output is set to PCM gt 94 e Re master 1 Re master 2 Sound becomes more natural by adding higher frequency signals not recorded on the track Dialogue Enhancer The volume of the centre channel is raised to make dialogue easier to hear Other Position Change the position where this menu screen appears on your TV Audio attribute LPCM DODigital OO Digital OOTrueHD DTS DTS HD MPEG Signal type k kHz Sampling frequency b bit Number of bits ch channel Number of channels Language ENG English CHI Chinese FRA French KOR Korean DEU German MAL Malay ITA Italian VIE Vietnamese ESP Spanish THA Thai NLD Dutch POL Polish SVE Swedish CES Czech NOR Norwegian SLK Slovak DAN Danish HUN Hungarian POR Portuguese FIN Finnish RUS Russian ki Others JPN Japanese co The menu is not displayed when playing photos 85 VQT4G51 Convenient functions Changing the unit s settings Setup You can change the unit s settings of DVB Tuning Sound Display Connection Network etc in the menu Common procedures 1 Press FUNCTION MENU 2 Select Setup in Others then press OK Setup DVB Tuning HDD Disc USB HDD Picture Soun
63. they cannot be restored Check This works only for video output from the carefully before proceeding VIDEO OUT terminal Select how to output the NTSC image VQT4G51 93 Convenient functions Changing the unit s settings Setup Dynamic Range Compression To lower the dynamic range for playback e g at night e This does not work depending on broadcasts and recorded titles Downmix Select the downmix system of multi channel to 2 channels sound Select Surround encoded when the connected equipment supports the virtual surround function There is no effect on Bitstream via HDMI AV OUT and DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal e The audio will be output in Stereo in the following cases AVCHD playback BD V Playback of clicking sound on the menu and audio with secondary video in picture in picture mode Bilingual Audio Selection Select whether to record the audio type M1 or M2 when File Conversion gt 51 Copying to a DVD R DVD RW R and RW Rec for High Speed Copy is set to On gt 92 94 vatacs1 Digital Audio Output PCM Down Conversion Select how to output audio with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz On Signals are converted to 48 kHz Choose when the connected equipment cannot process signals with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz Off Signals are output as 96 kHz e The signals will be conve
64. title remains after conversion e The original title will be deleted after File Conversion if the selected title is indicated with 5 gt 15 4 Now conversion Select Start then press OK During standby conversion Press OK Conversion will be performed after the unit is switched to standby mode COPY or CONV on the unit s display remains lighted during conversion If the title is encrypted F9 conversion will start after decryption To cancel a Now conversion Press and hold RETURN 6 for more than 3 seconds To confirm whether the conversion is completed Press DIRECT NAVIGATOR e g Channel Date Tile Name Titles OOOO 04 0 Birds 1 OOOO 04 10 World news OOOO 2910 Football OOOO 2910 Dogs and Cats F StartTime 9 00 Rectife 0 01 0R HL Prog Type Movie When OO OO Recording mode for conversion is displayed the conversion has not finished 52 varacs1 To cancel a During standby conversion After performing steps 1 3 gt 49 1 Select File Conversion in Edit then press OK 2 Select Yes then press OK co To use File Conversion the HDD needs enough storage capacity The size of converted title might increase depending on the title Teletext will not be recorded File Conversion is stopped when this unit is turned on during performing During standby conversion
65. 1 2 BD RE BD R RAM RW gt HDD 4 Hoa HDD sing BD RE BD R RAM DVD R nsert a disc DVD RW R RW The menu screen appears gt 42 USB HDD BD RE BD R 2 Select Play Video then press OK BD RE BD R HDD 3 select the title then press the yellow button RAM RW a A check mark is displayed Repeat this step 5 The title in the source media will be deleted Channel Dae Tie Name 2 The recording mode cannot be changed OOOO 04 10 Birds OOOO 04 10 World news a eere E 1 HDD e USB HDD Start Time 9 00 Rectime 0 30 C DD 1 Press FUNCTION MENU 2 Select Copy Video in Copy then press OK 4 Press the blue button Except HDD lt gt USB HDD Copy 1 Insert a disc a The menu screen appears gt 42 1 oroe So 2 Select Copy then press OK 2 Press OK to start copying Jm 2 Setthe copy direction 1 Select Copy Direction then press Sar cong gt right Goren 2 Set Source and Destination e To c
66. 1 9 00 Moon ra Pag TS Paso Bo oww Paxton 2 Select the copying option then press Dora 9 C Select i Size 1360 MB e To change the appearance of the list OK f or show information of the title 55 Setting the copying options 1 Press OPTION 3 Press lt 4 2 Select the item then press OK 6 select Start Copying then press OK mm The titles will be copied in the order of the 7 Select Yes then press OK copying list If you want to specify the order edit the copying list after the titles are selected gt 58 Editing the copying list To cancel all registered copying settings and 4 Press OK lists 5 Press lt 4 After performing step 1 Data size of each registered title 1 Select Cancel All then press OK 2 Select Yes then press OK te Size Title New iten Total 0 Data size recorded to pras co z the copy destination Encrypted titles FFo cannot be copied gt 33 If you wish to choose the audio language and subtitle language select the language from Multi Audio of Preferred Language before copying 90 Titles in the grouped titles and other titles cannot be registered simultaneously Destination Ca No Page 01 01 VQT4G51 57 Copying video Copying titles Editing the copying list 1 Select the title after s
67. 144 or SKIP PP Repeat Play Random Refer to Repeat Play or Random in Play menu gt 84 Sound Effects Refer to Sound Effects in Sound menu gt 85 68 vatacs1 Photos stored on the Album of the HDD can be played back as slideshow during playback of the music While playing the music Press the red button To change the photos to display 1 While slideshow playing Press OPTION 2 Select Select Photo Album then press OK 3 Select the album then press OK e g Select Photo Album Please select the album to start slideshow Sample Photos Album 1 Album 2 Album 3 Album 4 While playing music a photo slideshow can be displayed Jo RETURN To end the slideshow Press RETURN 6 How to create the photo album Refer to Add to Album 3 64 To play music continuously even if the Power off link works Refer to Playing music continuously even after turning off power to the TV gt 82 Editing music playlist 1 On the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen Press OPTION e g DIRECT NAVIGATOR Music Menu MUSIC HDD Total Tracks 53 B Artists Albums My Favourites BP Playlists ah Frequently Played AN Random Play OK QOOPTION Please select to access musi P ORETURN VIDEO PHOTO E 2 Select the item then press OK e g while selecti
68. 3 o Down Green OPTION Pr Veo MUSIC Sideshow I Select C Copy e To select the tab Press G gt e Start Slideshow Refer to Slideshow settings gt 63 e Switching to the Calendar screen HDD Press PAUSE II 3 select the photo then press OK e Press lt gt to display the previous or next photo To exit the Calendar screen Press PAUSE II co When there are many files and or folders some files may not be displayed or be playable gt 117 DIRECT NAVIGATOR PHOTO screen e g HDD Album gt below DIRECT NAVIGATOR PHOTO HoD All Abumi jE Abum2 f Album3 Jg Album4 3D Date amp Event Name Photos ais 03 01 2010 sje 29102010 2 25 02 2011 KO 76032011 4 a HT Calendar Page oomoo Page 5 Form OOPTON Page Dyan TI VIDEO MUSIC C Slideshow C Select C Copy Event It is displayed for each recording date e Itis displayed for each folder for media other than HDD Screen icons Album Placing photos in albums of your Tab choice makes it easier to find them gt 64 3D photos MPO are automatically 3D sorted Select from this tab to play Tab back in 3D It will play back in 2D when selected from other tabs A Photo protected New photo which is stored and not viewed 62 varacs1 Photo Switching to the
69. 4 Press lt d 5 Select Start Copying then press OK 6 select Yes then press OK When the Top Menu is displayed Select the title you want to start copying then press OK My favourite oT 4 Mouse cj Toer After the last title on the disc has finished playing the Top Menu is recorded until the set time is reached To stop copying Press STOP W You can also press and hold RETURN 6 for 3 seconds If stopped partway copying will be up to that point co Operations and on screen displays during copy are also recorded Almost all DVD Video on sale have been treated to prevent illegal copying and cannot be copied If play does not begin automatically press PLAY x 1 3 PB to start Copying Title Playing DD BD RE BD R DVD R DVD RW RW 1 Play back the title to copy e Multiple audio subtitle and Teletext displayed during playback will be copied Select the multiple audio with Multi Audio in the Disc menu gt 84 Select the subtitles with Subtitle Language in the Disc menu gt 84 N Press OPTION Select Copy Title Playing then press OK A OO Select Start then press OK Copying will start from the beginning of the title regardless of the playing position To stop copying Press and hold RETURN 6 for 3 seconds LL Encr
70. 6 7 8 9 0 DVD Video a 2 e F Ge e fe FE Sio E F a e 5 88 Ele H 1 s F i 5 8 IT Delete ELl L ilik U lt gt el E Set 6 m N 0 im n fo 0 0 _ GLP 2 R 5 p a 7 Ls LOD Em ul v tl ILO BIE OM KIM 2 eA ok OI CAGE Gomm M Sa Press the red button or green button to select character type and press OK To delete a character Select the character in the name field then press PAUSE IN To enter characters with number buttons e g entering the letter R 1 Press 7 to move to the E J K L seventh row TN ing 2 Press 7 twice 72 to highlight R Q 3 Press OK 8 TUULIV 2 Press STOP MI Set Writing appears then the screen returns to the previous screen and so on To end partway Press RETURN Text is not added co The maximum number of characters depends on the media Ifa name is long parts of it may not be shown in some screens 104 vatacst Switching the aspect ratio of the screen When the image does not match the screen size of the TV you can enlarge the image to fill the screen Press OPTION 2 Select Aspect then press OK 3 select the item then press OK Normal Normal output Side cut The black bars on the right and left sides of
71. 6679 Icelandic 7383 Tigrinya 8473 Indonesian 7378 Tonga 8479 Interlingua 7365 Turkish 8482 Irish 7165 Turkmen 8475 Italian 7384 Twi 8487 Japanese 7465 Ukrainian 8575 Javanese 7487 Urdu 8582 Kannada 7578 Uzbek 8590 Kashmiri 7583 Vietnamese 8673 Kazakh 7575 Volapiik 8679 Kirghiz 7589 Welsh 6789 Korean 7579 Wolof 8779 Kurdish 7585 Xhosa 8872 Laotian 7679 Yiddish 7473 Latin 7665 Yoruba 8979 Latvian Lettish 7686 Zulu 9085 vatacs1 101 Convenient functions Software Firmware Update You cannot operate the unit until the update is complete Don t remove the AC mains lead during the update Removing the AC mains lead while the update is in progress may damage the unit Update software firmware of this unit When this unit is connected to the Internet the unit can automatically check for the latest software firmware version when switched to standby mode We recommend that you always connect this unit to the Internet 3 20 24 If a software firmware update is available a notification is displayed New software version has been found The software will be updated automatically after this unit is switched to standby Do not disconnect the AC mains lead Update of the software firmware will start when the unit is turned to standby mode To update the software firmware immediately Use the Software Update Now Inter
72. C mp4 MOV H 264 AAC mov Recorded MPEG2 Dolby Digital mpg programmes Linear PCM mpeg XP SP LP EP FR Recorded MPEG2 MPEG m2ts programmes H 264 HE AAC ts DR HG HX Dolby Digital HE HL HM Photo Format Example of file extension JPEG jpg Audio Audio codec Example of file extension MP3 mp3 FLAC flac Linear PCM VQT4G51 75 With Other Equipment Smart Home Networking DLNA Using this unit as Media Renderer This unit will work as Media Renderer which allows you to play back the contents on DLNA Server by operating a Digital Media Controller a smartphone etc Possible applications Sg a N This unit Server Media Renderer Controller gt Server This unit Controller Media Renderer Digital Media Controller compatible software should be installed Following steps are necessary to use this unit as Media Renderer 1 Press FUNCTION MENU 2 Select Home Network Media Renderer in Network then press OK 3 Operate the Digital Media Controller compatible equipment To exit from Home Network Media Renderer screen Press RETURN 76 vatacs1 co Depending on the contents and the connected equipment playback may not be possible Items displayed in grey on the display cannot be played back by this unit e This unit can be played back via connected equipment only when cont
73. Child Lock List or Parental Rating gt 90 Recording did not complete as the timer recording has started J O Tab Titles will be categorised automatically You can quickly find the recorded titles by selecting the tab To select the tab Press G gt To change the displayed programme type tab 1 Select the programme type then press the green button 2 Select the item then press OK To change the programme type of title Refer to Changing programme type of title gt 51 Switching to the PHOTO or MUSIC screen 1 Press the red button 2 Select PHOTO or MUSIC then press OK 40 vara4cs1 Showing Information Select the title then press STATUS Switching the appearance 1 Press OPTION 2 Select Grouped Titles or All Titles then press OK Grouped Titles Two or more titles recorded in the daily weekly timer recording mode are bundled and displayed as one item All Titles Displays all titles Playing back grouped titles 1 On the Grouped Titles screen Select the item marked with amp 2 When playing all titles Press PLAY x 1 3 B co This function cannot be used if the group includes any encrypted title F9 When playing the individual title Press OK and select the title then press OK Editing the grouped titles 1 Select the title or the group then press the yellow button A check mark is displayed Repeat this step e P
74. Conversion will start from the beginning again once the unit is switched to standby mode When converted the audio content and subtitle language will be selected according to the following settings Multi Audio of Preferred Language 90 Subtitles of Preferred Language gt 90 Audio for HG HX HE HL HM Recording 95 When converted 3D information may not be retained In titles with the Auto Renewal Recording function gt 36 set a programme may be unintentionally converted while in During standby File Decryption HDD Encrypted titles Fo can be decrypted manually 1 Select File Decryption in Edit then press OK 2 Select whether to delete the original title or not then press OK e Yes The original title will be deleted to save HDD capacity after decryption e No The original title remains after decryption 3 Select Start then press OK Decryption starts HDD Decrypting Decrypting appears during decryption e When a title that is copy protected One generation copy is permitted is selected the original title will be deleted after decryption gt 15 Whena decryption fails the screen icon Fe is changed to Bd To cancel the decryption Press and hold RETURN 6 for more than 3 seconds LL For decryption the CI module that supports the programme is necessary Depending on the pro
75. D LIVE TV PAUSE LIVE TV 30 Recording Recording TV programmes 31 Operation during Recording 32 Notes for recording of an encrypted broadcast 33 Timer recording anaua 35 Manually programming timer recording 36 Timer recording options 0000005 36 Timer recording from channel information 37 Notes on timer recording 37 Toconfirm and editatimer programme 38 Playing back video Playing titles onthe HDD 39 DIRECT NAVIGATOR VIDEO screen 39 Playing titles on the media 42 Notes for BD Live discs an 43 Operation during play 44 General operations A eee 44 3D video playback cece ee eee 46 4 VaT4G51 Editing video Deleting recorded titles Editing recorded titles Copying video Copying titles Copying from media other than HDD with DIRECT NAVIGATOR Copying titles with copying list Notes for copying Copying a finalised disc Copying Title Playing 00000 Copying HD Video AVCHD to the DVD R in High Definition Photo Playing photos uaaa DIRECT NAVIGATOR PHOTO screen Photo play option Slideshow settings Editing photos Copying photos Selecting and copying the photos Copying automatically Music Playing MUSIC ite a a haah AKA en
76. Depending on the programme you can copy only to USB HDD BD RE BD R or DVD RAM CPRM compatible discs only The original title will be deleted One generation copy is permitted e You can copy to USB HDD BD RE BD R or DVD RAM CPRM compatible discs only only once The original title will be deleted You cannot copy from the copied BD RE BD R or DVD RAM CPRM compatible discs to HDD or another disc Copying is prohibited e You cannot copy to the USB HDD or disc For details refer to your CAM s operating instructions or consult your dealer VQT4G51 15 Getting started Connection Basic connections 3D programmes can be played back when this unit is connected to a 3D compatible TV Before connection turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions To CATV terminal CATV coaxial cable RF coaxial cable supplied Cooling fan DIGITAL AUDIO OUT PCM BITSTREAM Auno out This unit s rear panel HDMI cable AC mains lead supplied e Connect only after all other connections are complete TV s rear panel 9 Household mains socket AC 220 to 240 V 50 Hz 16 vatacst Getting started If the TV does not have the HDMI terminal Connect the Set Top Box or video equipment Connect the TV w
77. If Original is selected the original language of each disc will be selected DVD Video Parental Control Enter a code with the number buttons when Set a rating level to limit DVD Video play you select Other kok PIN is required to change gt 27 3 101 Language code list Subtitle Text Subtitles Select the language for DivX and MKV Select the language for subtitle subtitles text If Automatic is selected and the language e This item is displayed only after playing selected for Soundtrack is not available back a DivX or MKV file with subtitle text subtitles of that language will automatically appear if available on that disc e Enter a code with the number buttons when you select Other kx 101 Language code list Menu Select the language for disc menus e Enter a code with the number buttons when you select Other gt gt gt gt 3 101 Language code list Play Video AVCHD on BD RE BD R When playing a disc which contains the following two video formats High Definition video AVCHD recorded by the Panasonic video camera etc High Definition quality video recorded on this unit select which video to play back On Play the High Definition video AVCHD Off Play the High Definition quality title VQT4G51 91 Convenient functions Changing the unit s settings Setup Settings for Recording Chapter Creation Timer Record Start Buffer This f
78. Image disturbance during search Image disturbance when replacing 3D discs e Interruptions in reception due to periodic broadcasting breaks When you switch the unit on or to standby mode there may be an unexpected sound Troubleshooting General operation The unit does not work e Check the connections gt 16 One of the unit s safety devices may have been activated Reset the unit as follows 1 Press I on the main unit to switch the unit to standby If the unit does not switch to standby press I on the main unit for about 3 seconds The unit is forcibly switched to standby Alternatively disconnect the AC mains lead wait one minute then reconnect it 2 Press 5 I on the main unit to switch it on If the unit still cannot be operated consult the dealer Cannot eject a disc 1 While the unit is in standby mode press and hold OK the yellow button and the blue button at the same time for more than 5 seconds e 00 RET is displayed on the unit s display 2 Repeatedly press P right until 06 FTO is displayed on the unit s display 3 Press OK The unit is switched to standby mode automatically e VIERA Link or Q Link has worked gt 82 Power off link 105 VQT4G51 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide The remote control does not work e The remote control and main unit are using different codes Change the code on the remote control
79. Multi channel Dolby Digital is possible MPEG multi is 2 ch conversion DVD R and DVD R DL must conform to UDF 1 02 without ISO9660 and UDF 1 5 with ISO9660 118 vatacst Playable media BD R SL DL DVD R DVD R DL CD R CD RW USB device MPEG 4 AVC H 264 profile is up to High Profile Level 4 AAC LC MP3 Dolby Digital audio DTS PCM Vorbis and FLAC can be decoded Maximum number of folders 300 folders including the root folder Maximum number of files 200 files MP4 Playable media MPEG 4 AVC H 264 Up to High Profile Level 4 2 Up to 1920x 1080 SD Card USB device Video resolution MPEG 4 AAC LC Sampling rate 8 kHz to 48 kHz Number of audio channel 1or2 SD Video Standard Definition 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 File Format AVCHD format conforming Recording modes and approximate recording times Reference Depending on the content being recorded the recording time may become shorter than indicated E DR mode Recording Mode HDD BD RE BD R BCT820 BCT720 BCT721 Single Layer Dual Layer 1 TB 500 GB 25 GB 50 GB DR HD quality 150 hours 75 hours 3 hours 30 min 7 hours 30 min DR SD quality 422 hours 211 ho
80. NING NAR DENNA DEL AR OPPNAD UNDVIK EXPONERING FOR STRALEN VORSICHT SICHTBARE UND UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG KLASSE 3B WENN ABDECKUNG GEOFFNET NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN HA NAHETAETA AMS BRIS KA CCAS EDDABBOTRRULT RL TRANS C LOBNISRM OBIE IAE BICORINIED LINZE Inside of product VQL2Q40 Supplied accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories Product numbers correct as of July 2012 These may be subject to change Remote control N2QAYB000759 1 pc Batteries for remote control 2 pcs AC mains lead 1 pc RF coaxial cable 1 pc Do not use AC mains lead with other equipment Indemnity concerning recorded content Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording or edited content data and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing does not work properly Likewise the above also applies in a case where any type of repair is made to the unit including any other non HDD related component Restriction on use of unauthorized copied content This unit adopts the following technology for copyright protection Cinavia Notice This product uses Cinavia technology to limit the use of unauthorized copies of some commercially produced film and videos and their soundtracks When a prohibited use of an unauthorized copy is detected a message will be
81. OK 24 vatacs1 Connection method to wireless access point Search for wireless network 1 Select Search for wireless network then press OK 2 The available wireless networks will be displayed Select your network name and press OK If your Network name is not displayed search again by pressing the red button on the remote control Stealth SSID will not be displayed Enter manually by using Wireless Settings 7 86 98 e If your wireless network is encrypted Encryption Key Input Screen will be displayed Input the encryption key of your network WPS PUSH button If your Wireless router supports WPS PUSH button you can easily perform the settings by pressing WPS button on it WPS Wi Fi Protected Setup is a standard that facilitates settings relating to the connection and security of wireless LAN devices 1 Select WPS PUSH button then press OK 2 Press WPS button or corresponding button of Wireless router until the lamp starts flashing e Wi Fi Protected Setup compatible Wireless router may have the mark e For details refer to the operating instruction of Wireless router 3 Press OK When you experience problems Refer to When you experience problems with Easy Network Setting gt 113 To restart Easy Network Setting 1 Press FUNCTION MENU 3 21 2 Select Setup in Others then press OK 3 Select Easy Network Setting in N
82. Panasonic Operating Instructions Blu ray Disc Recorder Model No DMR BCT820 DMR BCT720 DMR BCT721 Thank you for purchasing this product For optimum performance and safety please read these instructions carefully Please keep this manual for future reference e This Blu ray Disc recorder is equipped with two CI CI Plus slots It can receive encrypted and free to air DVB C services 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 O e g Web Site http www panasonic europe com EG VQT4G51 Safety precautions WARNING Unit e To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or product damage Do not expose this unit to rain moisture dripping or splashing Do not place objects filled with liquids such as vases on this unit Use only the recommended accessories Do not remove covers Do not repair this unit by yourself Refer servicing to qualified service personnel Do not let metal objects fall inside this unit Do not place heavy items on this unit AC mains lead e To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or product damage Ensure that the power supply voltage corresponds to the voltage printed on this unit Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet Do not pull bend or place
83. Power off link When you set the TV to standby mode this unit is also automatically set to standby mode e Power off link function does not work when recording copying etc 82 vatacs1 Playing music continuously even after turning off power to the TV The following operations make it possible to keep the power of the unit on and to play music continuously When the unit is directly connected to an amplifier receiver 1 While playing music Press OPTION 2 Select TV Power Off then press OK Sound may be discontinued for several seconds when the power to the TV is turned off e This function is available with the TV that supports HDAVI Control 2 or later PAUSE LIVE TV You can operate this unit with the TV remote control Refer to PAUSE LIVE TV gt 30 e This function is available with the TV that supports HDAVI Control 3 or later Direct TV Recording This function allows you to immediately start recording the programme that you are viewing on the TV Refer to the TV operating instructions for operation e This function is available with the TV that supports HDAVI Control 3 or later Easy control only with VIERA remote control You can operate this unit using the TV remote control Refer to the operating instructions of the TV about the buttons that you can use e This function is available with the TV that supports HDAVI Control 2 or later mm T
84. S SD Card Format 78 Media information 6 10 miniSD microSD 10 SD Video MPEG2 CODY mamam detec sie Sint 73 Setting Auto Setup 22 89 Easy Network Setting 24 98 Easy setting 22 Setup menu 86 Connection 96 Display 95 DVB Tuning 88 HDD Disc USB HDD 91 Network 98 Others 99 Picture 93 Sound Gis cen chon lees cue 94 Skype 77 Slideshow 62 68 Smart Card 14 Smart Home Networking DLNA Clients egies id acne h ds 75 Media Renderer 76 Server 74 99 Software Firmware Update 102 Subtitles Broadcasts 29 Playback 46 Reference T Teletext 29 95 Playback 46 Timer recording 35 Auto Renewal Recording 36 Manually programming timer recording 36 Top Menu Create Top Menu 79 Tuning Channel List 89 Child Lock 90 Manual Tuning 90 Signal condition 90 TV Guide Operation 28 Timer recording 35 TV System 96 U Unit s display Messages 112 USB HDD Cancellation of all USB HDD Registrations 93 Delete all titles 93 Disconnection 80 93 Format 93 Media informat
85. TV Guide which can search programmes by keywords and can display the detailed information etc current as of July 2012 gt 77 28 varacs1 While watching a programme Press STATUS Channel information appears e g 1 1 Cj NEWS 10 30 9 00 11 00 All DVB Channels OOOO lt Nowm 7 Set timer Change category Dolby D A ea 0 0000 Current Category Encrypted broadcast Set timer gt 37 Subtitle Teletext Multiple audio Sub Channel Data service Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV gt 29 To show detailed information Press STATUS again To hide the information screen Press EXIT To change Category Press the blue button To register your favourite channels 1 Press OPTION 2 Select Digital TV Menu then press OK 3 Select Favourites Edit then press OK 4 Refer to Favourites Edit gt 88 To switch between the current programme and the next programme Press lt gt To switch to another channel Press A V then press OK Watching broadcasts Operations while watching broadcast Operation buttons To show subtitle When E2 appears in channel information gt 28 Press STTL 9 e Press again to hide subtitle To change subtitle language 1 Press OPTION 2 Select Subtitle Language in Digital TV Menu then
86. The disc is dirty 3 10 e The disc is scratched or marked BD R BD RE Set Play Video AVCHD on BD RE BD R to On and the playback may be possible gt 86 91 e The disc may not be able to play back if it was not finalized or a Top Menu was not created on the equipment used for recording e When thet icon is turned grey on the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen the playable period has ended and the title is copy protected Copying is prohibited gt 15 39 Depending on the encrypted service it may not be possible to play back certain titles if they have been recorded without being decrypted Audio and video momentarily pause DVD R DL and R DL discs have two writable layers on one side Video and audio may momentarily cut out when the unit is switching layers BD Video or DVD Video is not played e Ensure the disc is for the correct BD Video region code or DVD Video region number and is not defective You have forgotten your rating PIN e The rating level returns to the factory preset 1 While the unit is on press and hold OK the yellow button and the blue button at the same time for more than 5 seconds e 00 RET is displayed on the units display 2 Repeatedly press P right until 03 VL is displayed on the unit s display 3 Press OK e INIT is displayed on the unit s display Troubleshooting Image for the Quick View is not smooth
87. VB Channels in step 2 LL Category may not be assigned correctly depending on the programme information 35 VQT4G51 Recording Timer recording Manually programming timer recording 1 Press PROG CHECK Timer Recording HOD 3030DR SUN 01 01 2012 8 05 Channel Name Schedule Mode Space New Timer Programme Total 0 32 m Dete Info CITum OREIN Timer Off Page Up a Page Domn 2 Select New Timer Programme then press OK 3 select the items and change the items right Timer recording options 4 Press OK The timer programme is stored Timer Recording HDD B0300R SUN 01 01 2012 8 05 Channel Name Schedule Mode Space MON 0201 Oe a NGO oR OK New Timer Programme To confirm and edit the timer programme Refer to To confirm and edit a timer programme gt 38 Operation during Recording Refer to Operation during Recording 3 32 CL When recording from the external equipment Mode recording mode is XP SP LP EP or FR 36 vatacst Timer recording options Select the items and change the items e g Timer Recording HDD 30 24 DR SUN 01 01 2012 8 05 Mode Con Subtitles OF OF Channel Day Date Stat Stop 1 monon D 900 DR OFF Tiie Nama Vacation gt 0000 pate Weekly
88. age 03103 Paga Up A Gon OPTION Page Down V Poren Showing Information 1 Select the title then press OPTION 2 Select Information then press OK About screen icons on the DIRECT NAVIGATOR Refer to Screen icons gt 39 VQT4G51 43 Playing back video Operation during play Ce foe Whe BAE Di O HDD USB HDD Bb video DVD Video BD DVD C N7 Sep m USB co Depending on the media and the type of file some operations may not be possible Depending on the media it may take time for the menu screen pictures sound etc to start Discs continue to rotate while menus are displayed Press STOP W when you have finished playback to protect the unit s motor your TV screen etc Titles that are copy protected Copying is prohibited cannot be viewed going back in time more than the allowed playback period gt 15 General operations Status messages Press STATUS twice e g 8 05 50 01 01 2012 m Remain HDD 45 53 DR m T1 0 05 14 DR r2 Stop Press STOP W Resume play function Press PLAY x 1 3 B to restart from the stopped position e The resume play function does not work depending on the disc Stopped position HDD USB HDD AVCHD SD Stopped position for each title is memorized Discs Only previous stopped position is memorized The position may be cleared if the tray
89. al o DVD R 500 10000 bit Down mixed 2ch AUDIO DTS Digital PCM CD R CD RW 500 10000 OUT Surround SD Card 500 10000 1 When BD Video Secondary Audio is set to USB device 500 10000 On the audio will be output as Dolby Digital This unit is not compatible with Motion JPEG or DTS Digital Surround or 5 1ch PCM Progressive JPEG 2 The audio output is amplified from 5 1ch or 6 1ch to 7 1ch depending on the DTS Inc specifications 117 VQT4G51 Reference Specifications E MP3 E MKV HDD DVD R DVD R DL CD R CD RW USB device Playable media Compression rate Sampling rate 32 kbps to 320 kbps 16 kHz 22 05 kHz 24 kHz 32 kHz 44 1 kHz 48 kHz Maximum numbers of folders and files Media Maximum Maximum folders files HDD 40000 DVD R 300 3000 CD R CD RW 300 3000 USB device 300 3000 E DivX Playable media BD R SL DL DVD R DVD R DL CD R CD RW USB device Official DivX Certified product DivX Certified to play DivX video up to HD 1080p including premium content GMC Global Motion Compensation is not supported Maximum number of folders 300 folders including the root folder Maximum number of files 200 files e Support version Picture resolution Up to 1920x 1080 pixels Video Number of stream Up to 1 Codec DIV3 DIV4 DIVX DV50 DIV6 FPS Frame Per Second Up to 60 fps Audio Number of stream Up to 8 Format MP3 MPEG Dolby Digital
90. arameter OO OMH OOM OOK Channel Up A SoRETURN Channel Down v e Signal Quality Red bar Bad Yellow bar Poor Green bar Good CL When the signal is too strong red bar reduce the CATV signal For details consult your dealer or the cable provider When the signal is weak check that the current broadcast channel is correctly broadcasting Preferred Language Select the language for multi broadcast If the selected language is not available the original language will be selected New Channel Message You can restrict the viewing and recording of channels unsuitable to children Set a ratings level to limit broadcast viewing and playback Follow the on screen instructions 90 varacs1 Set whether to obtain the information automatically when a new DVB channel is added Convenient functions HDD Disc USB HDD BD Live You can restrict Internet access when Settings for Playback BD Live functions are used i If On Limit is selected Internet access 3D BD Video Playback is permitted only for BD Live contents which Select the playback method of 3D compatible have content owner certificates video software BD Video Parental Control Soundtrack Set an age limit of BD Video play Select the audio language PIN is required to change 3 27
91. atent Nos 5 956 674 5 974 380 6 226 616 6 487 535 7 392 195 7 272 567 7 333 929 7 212 872 amp other U S and worldwide patents issued amp pending DTS HD the Symbol amp DTS HD and the Symbol together are registered trademarks amp DTS HD Master Audio Essential is a trademark of DTS Inc Product includes software DTS Inc All Rights Reserved DVD Logo is a trademark of DVD Format Logo Licensing Corporation MPEG Layer 3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license and VC 1 patent portfolio license for the personal and non commercial use of a consumer to i encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard and VC 1 Standard AVC VC 1 Video and or ii decode AVC VC 1 Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non commercial activity and or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC VC 1 Video No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA LLC See http www mpegla com SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD 3C LLC The Skype name associated trade marks and logos and the S logo are trade marks of Skype VIERA Connect is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation The Wi Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification mark of the Wi Fi Alliance The Wi Fi Protected Setup Mark is a mark of the Wi Fi Alliance QU Fi 0
92. cer of the disc can control how discs are played So you may not always be able to control play as described in these operating instructions Read the disc s instructions carefully e With certain recording states and folder structures the play order may differ or playback may not be possible Playable contents on a DLNA server When this unit works as a DLNA client gt 75 following contents are playable e Recorded video AVCHD MP4 MPEG2 JPEG MPO 3D photo MP3 e FLAC Only when the server is another DIGA gt 74 Depending on the server the contents other than stated above can be played back VQT4G51 7 Getting started HDD and media information Recording mode Recording Mode DR HG HX HE HL HM XP SP LP EP FR Feature Programmes can be Recording can be done Recording can be done recorded in a nearly with reduced recording with reduced recording perfect broadcasted state volume in HD quality volume in SD quality Quality Quality as the broadcast High definition Standard definition Recordable media e c3 HDD Ma HDD Ma O ORA BD BD DVD Multiple audio Record all multiple audio Record only one audio Subtitles Can be recorded Can be recorded only one subtitle or teletext Teletext Surround audio Surround audio as the Surround audio produced Stereo audio broadcast by conversion of broadcast audio format 1 The SD quality programme ca
93. check mark is displayed Repeat this step Press the yellow button again to cancel 2 Select the copying destination then press OK 3 When copying to HDD Select Yes or No then press OK If you select Yes Select the album then press OK e g SD Copy Photos DD c5 HDD HDD Album Selection Please select the destination album Abu lo Abum2 6 Abum3 O Album4 E gt 0K JO RETURN e You can categorise and manage the events and photos on the HDD by copying to the album gt 62 Photo 4 select Yes then press OK Copying starts To stop copying Press and hold RETURN 6 for 3 seconds The name of the copied photos will be changed If the number of files folders to be copied exceeds the maximum 117 copying will stop partway through Copying automatically BD RE RAM DVD R CD SD USB HDD Newly added photos will automatically be copied to the HDD 1 Insert the media The menu screen appears gt 42 2 Select Copy New Photos then press OK e g SD Copy New Photos Dsdcad cS SHD Start copying Yes No Timer recording or Ext Link recording cannot start during copying Bok Io return 3 select Yes then press OK Copying starts 4 Once the copy is completed select
94. ching cable Audio cannot be output If you are connecting to a TV that is only compatible with 2 channel audio output audio with 3 channels or more will be down mixed and output as 2 channels even if connecting with an HDMI cable Some discs cannot be down mixed VQT4G51 17 Getting started Connection Amplifier receiver connections HDMI terminal 3D programmes can be played back when this unit is connected to a 3D compatible amplifier receiver and a 3D compatible TV You will not be able to view 3D programmes with this connection if your amplifier receiver is not 3D compatible Amplifier receiver o SS HDMI OUT HDMI IN ARC compatible HDMI cable ERE a ma RR Gg 5 me S S OBASE TH TX PCM BITSTREAM VIERA Link function is possible by connecting to a TV or amplifier receiver compatible with VIERA Link When using a TV or an amplifier receiver that does not display ARC compatible on the HDMI terminal it is necessary to connect the TV and the amplifier receiver with a digital audio cable to enjoy the TV audio on the amplifier receiver 18 vatacst EB Amplifier receiver not compatible with 3D 3D programmes can be played back when this unit is connected to a 3D compatible TV e This connection only supports up to 5 1ch Amplifier receiver HDMI IN ARC compatible HDMI
95. ckers to discs Do not use disc cleaning sprays benzine thinner static electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent Do not use ballpoint pens or other hard writing implements when writing on the label side of the disc Do not drop stack or impact discs Do not place objects on discs Do not use the following discs Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels rental discs etc Discs that are badly warped or cracked Irregularly shaped discs DO NOT Do not expose the terminals of the SD card to water garbage or other strange things Do not place in the following areas In hot places such as under the direct sunlight In very dusty or humid areas Locations susceptible to significant difference in temperature condensation can occur Where static electricity or electromagnetic waves occur Unit care HDD USB HDD handling care e The HDD is a high precision device The HDD is a high precision recording instrument and is easily susceptible to damage Therefore be careful of the following points while the unit is turned on especially during operation otherwise the HDD and the recorded content may be damaged Do not subject the unit to any vibration and shock Do not remove the AC mains lead from the household mains socket The HDD is a temporary storage device The HDD is not an everlasting storage device It is recommended to save the
96. confirmation screen appears Press OK Convenient functions To cancel all USB HDD registrations Refer to Cancellation of all USB HDD Registrations gt 93 co If you register a USB HDD all the content already recorded on the USB HDD will be deleted Itis not possible to play back the content on the USB HDD whose registration has been cancelled You can check the registration number of the USB HDD on the DIRECT NAVIGATOR gt 39 VQT4G51 81 Convenient functions VIERA Link Q Link functions What is VIERA Link HDAVI Control VIERA Link HDAVI Control is a convenient function which will link the operations of this unit and a Panasonic TV VIERA or an amplifier receiver You can use this function by connecting the equipment with the HDMI cable See the operating instructions for connected equipment What is Q Link Q Link is a convenient function which will link the operations of this unit and a Panasonic TV VIERA You can use this function by connecting the equipment with a fully wired 21 pin Scart cable Automatic input switching Power on link When the following operations are performed the input channel of the TV will be automatically switched and the screen of this unit will be displayed Additionally when the TV is off the TV will automatically turn on When play starts on this unit When an action that uses DIRECT NAVIGATOR or FUNCTION MENU etc is performed
97. connected to AV2 input terminals select AV2 Press REC MODE to select the recording mode Select the channel on the Set Top Box or start play on the video equipment Press REC Recording starts h O N 5 Set the time to record gt 31 REC1 OTR Input AV2 Automatic Stop Recording Time 4 30 min gt Continuous recording er To stop recording Press STOP W LL Following contents or media cannot be played back while recording from external equipment BD Video DivX MKV and AVCHD file photo SD card USB memory 70 varacs1 Flexible Recording via AV input HDD BD RE BD R RAM DVD R DVD RW R RW This function is not available with DVD R DL and R DL Recording mode FR 1 Press DRIVE SELECT to select the recording drive 2 Press INPUT SELECT and select the input channel then press OK e g If you have connected to AV2 input terminals select AV2 3 Press FUNCTION MENU A Select Flexible Recording via AV input in Others then press OK Flexible Recording via AV input Please set recording time Record in FR mode Maximum recording time 8 hour 00 min Set recording time or Min Start Cancel pok amp Ob JO RETURN 5 Setthe recording time 6 start play on the other equipment 7 Selec
98. copy to HDD This unit does not support editing or recording It is possible to record and edit with DVD Video DVD V format by formatting discs with this unit e Recording may not be possible to discs which were used for recording on other equipment e Play on other players BD RE BD R When these discs cannot be played back on other Blu ray Disc players etc e g title recorded with HE AAC audio format convert the recording mode to play them back gt 51 File Conversion DVD R DVD RW R RW Finalisation is needed gt 79 e RW If the disc failed to play on other equipment we recommend you create a Top Menu gt 79 e Regarding 8 cm Disc This unit cannot record or edit the 8 cm disc Only playback or copy to the HDD is possible e Discs that cannot be played DVD RAM that cannot be removed from their cartridges 2 6 and 5 2 GB DVD RAM 12 cm DVD Audio HD DVD WMA discs DivX Plus HD discs Super Video CD Super Audio CD Video CD CD ROM Photo CD PD etc mm Operation and sound quality of CDs that do not conform to CD DA specifications copy control CDs etc cannot be guaranteed VQT4G51 9 Getting started HDD and media information Notes for the USB devices e This unit does not guarantee connection with all USB devices e This unit supports USB 2 0 High Speed e Although this unit can use USB 3 0 devices as USB 2 0 de
99. d J J Display Connection Network LOthers ne 3 select the menu then press OK 4 select the item then make the setting right e Follow the instructions on the screen if further operations are necessary Depending on the connection or the status of this unit some items cannot be selected or changed To return to the previous screen Press RETURN 6 86 vatacs1 Menu list The locations of the setting items are as follows For details on each setting item please refer to the following pages DVB Tuning Favourites Edit gt 88 Channel List gt 89 Auto Setup gt 89 Manual Tuning 90 Update Channel List gt 90 Child Lock gt 90 Child Lock List 90 L Parental Rating 90 L Signal Condition gt 90 Preferred Language gt 90 L New Channel Message gt 90 HDD Disc USB HDD Settings for Playback gt 91 3D BD Video Playback gt 91 Soundtrack gt 91 Subtitles gt 91 Menu 91 Play Video AVCHD on BD RE BD R 91 BD Live gt 91 BD Video Parental Control 91 DVD Video Parental Control gt 91 L Subtitle Text gt 91 Settings for Recording gt 92 Timer Record Start Buffer 92 Timer Record Stop Buffer gt 92 REWIND LIVE TV gt 92 Recording for Encrypted Channel 92
100. date 102 VIERA Connect 77 P PAUSE LIVE TV 30 Photo COPY yeh duet heen coun 65 Delete 64 Edit AA AR NA 64 Playback 62 Protection 64 Slideshow 62 68 PING aaa 27 100 Playback menu 84 Playback Music Audio CD waaah aa 66 MP3 puma Kana 66 Recorded on HDD 67 Playback Photo 62 Slideshow 62 68 Playback Video AVCHD 39 42 BD Video 42 BD Video Parental Control 91 Changing audio 46 Chapter 41 DIVX AN be 2 42 DVD Video 42 DVD Video Parental Control 91 MKV sche dees be Bees 42 Playlist created on other equipment 42 Recorded video contents 39 Status message 44 Subtitles 46 Teletext i d 46 ODD RAR hata ie seed 46 Power Save in Standby 99 Protection DIS chew deca heed 78 HOLD function 104 PHOTO asd bate 64 VideO daridra nda a 50 R Recording 31 Aspect 92 From external equipment 70 High speed copy 92 Recording mode 8 119 Recording time 119 Timer recording 35 Recording mode 8 119 Remote control 12 HOLD function 104 Manufacturer and Code No 21 Remote control code 100 TV operation 21 Reset 101 109 111 REWIND LIVE TV 30 92
101. deo Format 96 24p Output gt 96 Deep Colour Output gt 96 HDMI Audio Output gt 96 7 1ch Audio Reformatting 3 97 Contents Type Flag 97 L VIERA Link gt 97 AV1 Output gt 97 AV2 Settings gt 97 L AV2 Input 97 L Ext Link gt 97 L Common Interface 97 Network Easy Network Setting gt 98 L Network Settings gt 98 LAN Connection Mode gt 98 Wireless Settings gt 98 I Connection Setting gt 98 L Double Speed Mode Setting 2 4GHz gt 98 L IP Address DNS Settings gt 98 Proxy Server Settings gt 98 Network Service Settings 98 Lock gt 98 L Automatic Volume Control gt 98 L Home Network Settings gt 99 t Home Network function 99 Setting device name gt 99 Registration type for remote devices gt 99 L Remote device list gt 99 Others Standby Settings gt 99 Power Save in Standby gt 99 Automatic Standby gt 99 Automatic Standby after OTR 99 Automatic Standby after Copy 100 L RF OUT CATV Signal 100 Remote Control 100 Clock gt 100 PIN Entry gt 100 System Update gt 100 Software Update in Standby 100 Software Update Now Broadcast 3 101 Software Update Now Internet gt 101 L Software Licence 101 System Information gt 101 DivX Registration gt 101 L Initialize
102. e following screen appears Stop Recording 2 recordings are in progress Which recording would you like to stop 1 0000 Vacation 2 0000 Buckwheat Ca 1 Select the programme then press OK 2 Select Yes then press OK To pause recording After displaying the recording programme press PAUSE II e Press again to restart recording A title is not split into separate titles mm Timer recording programme cannot be paused To record two programmes simultaneously While recording perform steps 1 4 on page 31 co Channel or input can only be switched between the recording programmes Simultaneous rec and play You can play the recording title from the beginning or the titles previously recorded to the HDD 1 Press DIRECT NAVIGATOR If the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen of photo or music is displayed press the red button then select VIDEO Channel Date Tile Name OOOO 0810 Birds OOOO 0410 World news OOOO 2910 Football gt gt OGA 2910 Dogs and Cats P StatTme 900 RecTime 0 10 DR Prog Type Drama Pay ma Page 003 Goren ofPnon C Delete COJPH0TO Music Cf C Select is displayed on the recording programme 2 Select the title then press OK Recording Notes for recording of an encrypted broadcast This unit allows you to record view play an encrypted programme by decryption using a supporting Cl
103. econds 3 Press and hold OK for more than 5 seconds 4 Press OK Operation is possible only with Panasonic remote controls with IR6 printed at the bottom when the remote control code of this unit is set to BD 4 BD 5 or BD 6 KOY O o DEO af DODDO nama DDDO BLU RAY DISC RECORDER IR6 100 vatacst If the time is not set correctly use the settings listed in the method below e Automatic This unit usually obtains time and date information from digital broadcasts Time Zone When the time is not correct set Time Zone GMT 6 to 6 e Manual Setting 1 Select Off of Automatic then press OK 2 Select the item you want to change 3 Change the setting 4 Press OK when you have finished the settings When the clock is set manually you cannot perform playing recording PAUSE LIVE TV REWIND LIVE TV of the programmes that are copy protected Copying is prohibited 3 15 PIN Entry You can set change the PIN for parental control 1 Enter your 4 digit PIN with the number buttons 2 Enter the new 4 digit PIN with the number buttons Make a note of PIN in case you forget it e g PIN Entry Remember the PIN 3 Press OK System Update Software Update in Standby When you set this unit to standby mode software firmware updates 102 are downloaded aut
104. ected at the same time Do not connect additional HDDs using a USB hub e For details about connection method refer to the instructions supplied with the USB HDD Disconnecting the USB HDD Please use the following procedure to disconnect Disconnecting without following this procedure may result in the loss of recorded content from the USB HDD or the internal HDD 1 Press FUNCTION MENU Select Setup in Others then press OK Select Settings for USB HDD in HDD Disc USB HDD then press OK Select USB HDD Disconnection then press OK Select Yes then press OK ag Rh QN Disconnect the USB HDD from this unit Registering the USB HDD e If the registering screen appears when connecting the USB HDD go to step 5 1 Press FUNCTION MENU Select Setup in Others then press OK Select Settings for USB HDD in HDD Disc USB HDD then press OK 4 select USB HDD Registration then press OK 5 Select Yes then press OK If you have already registered eight USB HDDs it will be necessary to delete one or more of them before registering a new USB HDD The message screen appears 1 Select Yes then press OK 2 Select the USB HDD to cancel then press OK The confirmation screen appears 3 Select Yes then press OK 6 When the registering is complete message screen appears Press OK 7 The
105. efer to Registering the USB HDD gt 81 To copy HD Video AVCHD to the DVD R in High Definition Refer to Copying HD Video AVCHD to the DVD R in High Definition 3 61 Release the disc protection Refer to Disc Protection gt 78 LL Encrypted titles F9 cannot be copied gt 33 If you wish to choose the audio language select the language from Multi Audio of Preferred Language before copying gt 90 Simultaneous operation is not possible while copying with finalising or creating Top Menu However the titles on the HDD can be played back while high speed copying without finalising or creating Top Menu To change the selection 1 Select No then press OK in step 6 3 54 e g HDD BD RE The order of copying Remaining space BD RE Remain CD J SocialEconomc Spon Grouped Tiles Not Viewed Movie Channel Daie Tile Nama Ties OOOO 0410 Bird Ha OOOO 0410 Word news OOOO 2010 Footbal T 1 1 OOOO 2910 Dogs and Cats T a OOOO Bin ine omom Png te Mode o Page 003 003 Page Up 7 Page Down V a Geun ooon og og Select C Copy 2 To change the selected titles Select the title then press the yellow button Repeat this step to select titles To change the picture quality HDD BD RE BD R RAM DVD R DVD RW
106. ekly timer programme is set Date It may not be possible to record because there is not enough space left the number of possible titles has reached its maximum 3 117 programmes are deactivated etc To exit the timer recording list Press EXIT 38 VQT4G51 Playing back video Playing titles on the HDD a USB HDD 1 Press DRIVE SELECT to select HDD then press DIRECT NAVIGATOR If the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen of photo or music is displayed press the red button then select VIDEO eg DIRECT NAVIGATOR aunn Not Viewed A OOOO 04 10 Birds MJOOQOO 04 10 World news cs OOOO 29 10 Football OOOO 2910 Dogs and Cats e F StatTime 900 Rectime 0 01 DR Prog Type Movie Adala MT Page Up 7 DIRECT NAVIGATOR VIDEO screen Screen icons Currently recording programme A Protected title 5 Title was not recorded due to recording protection Title cannot be played When data is damaged etc Title is copy protected One generation copy is permitted 3 15 Title is imposed a limit on the playable period 15 e Playback period limit can be checked in the information of that title 3 40 Play te Page 003 003 A Ghorer OOPTION DEL Delete Page Down Y Ca PHOTO MuSiC CO C Select C Copy Tab gt 40 Programme type USB HDD When connectin
107. elected sound is played over the original number of channels Note that in Ext Link the case of 6 1 ch audio playback will be at Set Ext Link 1 when a Set Top Box which 5 1 ch transmits a control signal via the 21 pin Scart Audio reformatting is enabled in the following cable is connected cases e This setting cannot be made when TV When you have selected PCM in Digital System is set to NTSC gt 96 Audio Output gt 94 When the audio is Dolby Digital Dolby Common Interface Digital Plus Dolby TrueHD or LPCM Access to software contained on CI module gt 14 Contents Type Flag e Select Slot 1 or Slot 2 and press OK If Automatic is selected the optimal method Follow the on screen instructions of playback depending on the TV e g e This setting cannot be made when TV cinema will automatically be selected only System is set to NTSC 2 96 when the TV supports Contents Type Flag co On screen instructions may not correspond to the remote VIERA Link control buttons Select Off when you do not want to use For more information about TV service please contact HDAVI Control your service provider Depending on the card in some cases its use together with this unit may be limited or not possible AV1 Output Set according to the terminal of the connected TV VQT4G51 97 Convenient functions Changing the unit s
108. enu Item Soundtrack TENG 00 Digital 2 0 ch Subtitles Off 1ENG Setting Select the menu then press P right Select the item then press P right ah w Select the setting Some items can be changed by pressing OK Depending on the condition of the unit playing stopped etc and media contents there may be some items which cannot be selected or for which the effects do not work properly To clear the Playback menu Press RETURN 6 Disc Video The original video recording method MPEG 4 AVC etc appears Signal Type e Primary Video Video The original video recording method appears Soundtrack Select the type of audio or language 84 vatacs1 e Secondary Video Video Select on off of images The original video recording method appears Soundtrack Select on off of audio and the language Soundtrack Show or change the soundtrack Subtitles Turn the subtitle on off and change the language depending on the media Multi Audio Switch in the case of multiple audio Subtitle Language Select the subtitle language in the case of multiple languages Subtitle Style Select the subtitle style recorded on the disc Angle Change the number to select an angle Audio Channel Change audio LR L R during playback x With some discs you may only be able to make changes using the menus on
109. epending on the title The screen changes automatically If Screen Saver is set to On the screen saver function will be activated when there is no operation for 5 minutes or more gt 95 The clock does not display on the unit when switched to standby e The clock does not display when Unit s Display is set to Automatic gt 95 106 vatacst There is a lot of image lag when playing video Set HD optimizer in the Picture menu to Off gt 85 Set Audio Delay 86 95 The images do not appear on the TV The picture is distorted during play or video will not play correctly e Check the connections gt 16 e Check the settings of the connected TV etc An incorrect resolution is selected in HDMI Video Format Reset the setting as follows 1 While the unit is on press and hold OK the yellow button and the blue button at the same time for more than 5 seconds e 00 RET is displayed on the unit s display 2 Repeatedly press P right until 04 PRG is displayed on the unit s display 3 Press and hold OK for at least 3 seconds Set the item again gt 86 96 e When Dolby Digital Plus Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD audio are not output properly select Yes in Default Settings and make proper settings gt 86 101 e The unit s TV System is different from that of the disc While stopped keep pressing W STOP
110. es displaying these marks cannot be selected z NTSC PAL v About other screen icons Refer to Screen icons gt 39 Notes for copying Notes for high speed copy High Speed Copying is the process of copying a title to disc in high speed while maintaining the original record mode and recording length If any conversion is required during the copy process the copying will be done at normal speed The following recording mode and media combinations support high speed copying co Copying video It is impossible to copy at high speed in the following cases HDD BD RE BD R Copying radio programmes HDD DVD R DVD RW R RW Copy including a title that was recorded to HDD with Rec for High Speed Copy set to Off 92 Titles that contain many deleted segments Titles SD Video that have been copied to the HDD from an SD card or a Panasonic video camera etc gt 73 HDD R RW Converting the recording mode will result in a normal speed copy e High speed copy is possible only when there is enough recording capacity on the destination media Titles recorded in EP mode and FR recordings Titles recorded via AV input in 16 9 aspect using EP mode or FR recordings 5 hours or longer mode
111. etwork then press OK To redo settings individually If Easy Network Setting did not work properly or when you change the settings individually perform the following steps 1 Press FUNCTION MENU gt 21 2 Select Setup in Others then press OK 3 Select Network Settings in Network then press OK 4 Refer to Network Settings gt 98 Check security before using Home Network function If you set Home Network function to On all connected devices on the same network can access this unit Ensure that the router for your home network has adequate security system to prevent unauthorized access Getting started co Refer to the operating instructions of the hub or router Home Network function setting can be set only when you selected Off for Power Save in Standby in Easy Setting gt 23 step 7 Even if you set Home Network function to Off it is possible to set to On later gt 86 99 Do not use this unit to connect to any wireless network for which you do not have usage rights During automatic searches in a wireless network environment wireless networks SSID for which you do not have usage rights may be displayed however using these networks may be regarded as illegal access After performing network settings on this unit the settings encryption level etc of the Wireless router might change When you have tr
112. ey dae par eae 110 VIERA ILIKE Acc Mowers aoe Me LGU E 111 With Other Equipment z NetWork aa isis days bee Oh eed ey oat 111 Sa CA AA ates 111 Messages on the unit s display 112 Convenient functions When you experience problems with eee Easy Network Setting 0000000 113 Reference Troubleshooting Specifications 115 a LICENSES act aa Nakahanda Ap e 121 Reference Index ka Dad ima ad tao habeas ta VQT4G51 5 Getting started HDD and media information Recordable playable contents Impossible Media type Standard symbol Recordable contents Playable contents Built in hard disk drive HDD External HDD 123 gt 80 BD Video N Blu ray Osi Blu ray Disc BD R N Blu ray Disc DVD Video RW KIT HDD HDD Mla USB HDD USB HDD a BDV BD Video BD RE CBN NB BD R DVD V DVD Video RAM DVD R DVD DVD RW R RW e Video AVCHD AVCHD 3D e JPEG MPO 3D photo e Music copied from music CD MP3 e Video e Video AVCHD AVCHD 3D 4 JPEG MPO 3D photo e Video AVCHD AVCHD 3D e Video JPEG MPO 3D photo e Video e AVCHD e Video e Video e Video e Video je Divx MKV e Video e AVCHD e Divx MKV JPEG MP3 MPO 3D photo
113. g Time Continuous recording e You can also select Recording Time or Continuous recording gt below To set the recording time 1 Select Recording Time or Continuous recording in step 4 gt above Recording Time You can set the length of recording time from 30 minutes to 4 hours e You can select the recording time with GP Continuous recording The recording is continued until you press STOP W 2 Press OK VQT4G51 31 Recording Recording TV programmes To convert the recording mode after recording in DR mode Refer to File Conversion gt 51 To confirm whether the conversion is completed Refer to To confirm whether the conversion is completed gt 52 To cancel a conversion Refer to To cancel a During standby conversion gt 52 co One recording will terminate when simultaneous recording is being done and timer recording starts When the programme recorded in DR mode is converted teletext will not be recorded Data service will not be recorded Following contents or media cannot be played back while recording DivX and MKV file photo USB memory Copying cannot be performed while recording When Automatic Standby after OTR is set to On gt 99 this unit is turned to standby mode if this unit is not operated for approximately 5 minutes after completing Automatic S
114. g 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 It is your responsibility to ensure that your use of this or any other device complies with applicable copyright legislation in your country Please refer to that legislation for more information on the relevant laws and regulations involved or contact the owner of the rights in the content you wish to record or playback vates 127 Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries H A 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 By disposing of these products and batteries correctly you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling For more information about collection and recycling of old products and ba
115. g registered USB HDD USB HDD tab and registration number appears Select USB HDD tab egs DIRECT NAVIGATOR Grouped Titles VIDEC Time Remaining 45 54 DR Registration numt USBHDD A JE Notviewea Move BocialEconomey a AVCHD ber 2 Select the title then press OK Playback starts e The icon turns grey after the playback period has passed e Title cannot be edited except deleting or copied When the title has not been played or not been decrypted it will not be displayed a Encrypted title Title has failed to be decrypted Press STATUS to show the reason of the failure X Grouped titles Resume play function If the following screen appears select the point to start playback Playback Where do you want to start playback from Last Stopped Beginning xx oh O RETURN G Title has not yet been played Title is recorded using a different NTSC encoding system from that of the PAL unit Change the TV System gt 86 96 Radio programme 39 VQT4G51 Playing back video Playing titles on the HDD 3D contents e This icon will not display even with 3D Es 3D programmes when a broadcast programme is recorded Ha Recorded in 1080 50p contents KI Recorded in 1080 60p contents Title is restricted by
116. gramme playback decryption may not be possible During decryption do not remove the CI module from this unit Editing video Editing chapters HDD BD RE BD R RAM USB HDD 1 Select Chapter View then press OK 2 Perform the editing operations Edit Chapter Mark Select the point where you want to start a new chapter while viewing the title 1 Press the green button 2 Press OK at the point you want to divide e Repeat this step 3 Press RETURN to go to Chapter View screen To delete the chapter 1 Select the chapter then press DEL Multiple editing Select the chapter then press the yellow button A check mark is displayed Repeat this step e Press the yellow button again to cancel 2 Select Delete then press OK To combine chapters Delete chapter mark 1 Select the chapter then press OPTION 2 Select Combine Chapters then press OK 3 Select Combine then press OK The selected chapter is combined to the next chapter Playback from Chapter View Refer to Playback from Chapter View gt 41 co The maximum number of chapters Depends on the state of recording HDD USB HDD Approx 1000 per title BD RE BD R RAM Approx 1000 per disc HDD USB HDD When the title has the maximum number of chapters you cannot perform the Resume play function 39 or the Changing thumbnail g
117. hange the detailed settings for copy 3 Press lt 4 refer to Copying titles with copying list gt right a Cancel All 5 Select Start Copying then press OK AA EE 2 Ad 6 Select Yes then press OK Information of the copy destination 3 o Gorread titles can be copied on to disc Sar coming OFN Select the copy direction 3 setthe recording mode gt 8 1 Select Copy Mode then press gt right 2 Set Recording Mode 3 Press lt 4 56 varacs1 Copying video 4 Register titles for copy 5 Make other settings 1 Select Create List then press 1 Select Other Settings then press gt right gt right 2 Select New item then press OK e g 3 Select the title then press the yellow 7 opy b utto n a Cancel All Repeat this step to select titles 1r SG on e g HDD 7 Copy Mode ee of Create List Grouped Titles 73 Goat List D is Date Channel Time Title Name Titles 4 Other Settings a 01 01 OOOO 9 00 Dogs and Cats 1A z 01 01 O000 15 00 Birds Start Copying tani OOOO f ri Foabal Ge PsP OR e cher te set 0 30 DR 03 01 OOOO 18 30 House dog at a ang e This screen does not appear depending 05 01 15 00 Venus 0601 326 Kiten on the copying mode go to step 6 06 0
118. he Favourites list 1 Press the red button in the Favourites column 2 Press A V GB to select a character then press OK Repeat this step to enter other characters e Red Delete a character e Blue Delete all characters 3 Press RETURN 6 Convenient functions Channel List Auto Setup You can edit the channel list You can restart the Auto Setup gt 22 e g 1 Select Yes then press OK If the country selection screen appears All DVB Channels Sorting 123 10000 Select the country then press OK QQQ 2 Select the channel number allocation then 40000 press OK M 5 0000 6 OOOO a 3 Select the items and change the items 170000 maa For details consult the cable provider oman Pagadian v Search Mode J 128ABC L Move L Reveal all L Category To hide reveal channels 1 Select the channel 2 Press OK The check mark is removed displayed Red Change the sorting mode Yellow Reveal all channels Blue Change the Category To change the channel number assignment 1 Select the channel to change then press the green button 2 Enter the channel number to reassign with the number buttons 3 Press OK Free Channels Search for free channels only All Channels Search for all channels Scan Mode e Quick Scans the suitable frequency for
119. heavy items on the lead Do not handle the plug with wet hands Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting the plug Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet e Install this unit so that the AC mains lead can be unplugged from the socket outlet immediately if any problem occurs SD card Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing 2 VQT4G51 CAUTION Unit e This unit utilizes a laser Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure Do not place sources of naked flames such as lighted candles on this unit e This unit may receive radio interference caused by mobile telephones during use If such interference occurs please increase separation between this unit and the mobile telephone e This unit is intended for use in moderate climates Placement e Place this unit on an even surface To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or product damage Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase built in cabinet or in another confined space Ensure this unit is well ventilated Do not obstruct this unit s ventilation openings with newspapers tablecloths curtains and similar items Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight high temperatures high humidity and excessive vibration Batteries e Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only w
120. his unit supports HDAVI Control 5 function HDAVI Control 5 is the newest standard current as of November 2011 for Panasonic HDAVI Control compatible equipment This standard is compatible with Panasonic s conventional HDAVI equipment Please refer to individual manuals for other manufacturers equipment supporting VIERA Link function e VIERA Link HDAVI Control based on the control functions provided by HDMI which is an industry standard known as HDMI CEC Consumer Electronics Control is a unique function that we have developed and added As such its operation with other manufacturers equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed These functions may not work normally depending on the equipment condition Use the remote control supplied with this unit if you cannot operate this unit using buttons on the TV remote control The operation of this unit may be interrupted when you press certain buttons on the TV remote control Convenient functions VQT4G51 83 Convenient functions Playback menu A variety of operations and settings such as changing the subtitles and audio languages can be performed during playback of video or music Also picture and sound quality can be set to your personal taste 1 Press OPTION 2 Select Playback Settings in Playback Menu or select Playback Settings then press OK e g Disc Play Picture Sound Angle 1 Other l TI NI M
121. ia AV input gt 70 Copy Video AVCHD gt 72 Copy Video MPEG2 gt 73 Copy New Photos gt 65 Blu ray Disc Management gt 78 DVD Management gt 78 SD Card Management gt 78 BD Video Data Management gt 43 L Setup gt 86 e You can change the unit s settings of DVB Tuning Sound Display Connection Network etc in the Setup menu _ Drive Select HDD Blu ray Disc DVD SD Card USB Device USB HDD CL Selectable items will change depending on the type and status of the media 26 varacs1 Watching broadcasts Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control 3 12 1 Press INPUT SELECT and select TV then press OK 2 Press CH v to select the channel e You can also select the channel by the following operations Using number buttons Using Channel List right Using TV Guide system gt 28 Using channel information 3 28 To switch to the channel you have previously watched Press LAST VIEW O e This function will work only for the channels you have watched for more than 10 seconds To switch to the radio channels or to the all channels Press RADIO TV LL Selection of channel is made easy by creating a Favourite of the channels gt 88 Favourites Edit When you are watching the 3D programme subtitles and TV Guide etc may not display correc
122. imer programme may not be recorded because there is not enough space left the number of possible titles has reached its maximum programmes are deactivated etc 108 VQT4G51 Auto Renewal Recording does not work properly The programme will not be overwritten in the following cases the programme is protected any programme is being played back or copied a screen such as DIRECT NAVIGATOR is displayed Instead the programme will be saved as a separate programme and that will be overwritten A part or whole of a recorded title has been lost If there is a power failure or the AC mains lead is disconnected from the household mains socket while recording or editing the title may be lost or the HDD may become unusable We cannot offer any guarantee regarding lost programmes An unusually loud sound is coming from the rotating disc If you want copy to perform more quietly select Normal Silent in BD DVD Speed for High Speed Copy 3 86 92 The time recorded on the disc and the available time shown do not add up DVD R R If you record or edit many times the remaining capacity is reduced and then recording or editing may be disabled e Available disc space display may be different from actual Encrypted titles cannot be decrypted Depending on the encrypted service it may not be possible to decrypt certain content Cannot play back e
123. ing protection takes a long time e When there are a lot of folders and files it may sometimes take a long time Photos do not play back normally The images that were edited on the PC such as Progressive JPEG etc may not play back gt 117 Tracks could not be copied to the HDD e Copyright protected tracks such as SCMS restrictions will not be copied e Recording from CDs that do not conform to CD DA specifications copy control CDs etc cannot be guaranteed USB This unit does not recognize the USB device correctly e If USB device is connected to this unit while using a video communication the USB device will not be recognized Press EXIT and reconnect USB device e If inserted during playback the USB device may not be recognized by this unit Disconnect and reconnect the USB device If it still does not recognize the connection switch the unit to standby mode and turn it on again e USB devices connected using a USB extension cable other than a dedicated one or a USB hub may not be recognized by this unit 110 vatacst TV Guide The TV Guide information is not displayed properly Set the clock correctly 86 100 Clock Some broadcast may not send programme information There was a programme change or TV Guide information from a broadcast station was possibly not correctly transmitted If signal quality is bad the TV Guide system may not be able to receive any data Dig
124. ing started Press 4 OPEN CLOSE to open the tray and insert or remove a disc USB memory SD card Standby on switch I Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa In standby mode the unit is still consuming a small amount of power Recording indicator e The indicator will light up while recording e The indicator will blink while recording is paused and before recording starts CALL LED The LED will light up when this unit receives incoming call etc of the video communication 3 77 Remote control signal sensor e Angle Approx 20 up and down 30 left and right e Distance Within approx 7 m in front of the unit Open close disc tray Disc tray USB port SD card slot e When removing the SD card press on the centre of the card and pull it straight out Stop Start play CI Common Interface slot gt 14 Cl module eject button 3 14 3 BCT820 Blue LED e Itis possible to set the LED to turn on off gt 95 Blue LED t OJO Pull to down the front panel LM Display i 2 i 4 HDD 5 beara i 8 pa 9 10 1 Drive HDD BD or SD indicator 2 Disc indicator 3 Copying indicator 4 USB port indicator 5 SD card slot indicator 6 EXT LINK indicator 7 Timer recording indicator This indicator lights up when the timer recording standby is activated 8 Remote control signal indicat
125. ings 5 hours or longer mode When recording to a R R DL and RW VQT4G51 You can copy titles to DVD in high speed mode if you set to On before recording a programme e This setting is valid for the following cases File Conversion gt 51 Recording from external equipment Copying from a finalised DVD Video disc If On is selected the following restrictions are applied to recorded titles The settings in Aspect for Recording gt left and in Bilingual Audio Selection 94 are applied to titles You cannot switch the audio when watching a programme via AV input BD DVD Speed for High Speed Copy Select the speed of high speed copying If Normal Silent is selected the time required for copying will be longer Recording time in EP mode Select the maximum number of hours for recording in EP mode gt 119 Recording modes and approximate recording times Convenient functions HDD Management Cancellation of all USB HDD Registrations Press and hold OK for 3 seconds to show the This function cancels the registrations of all following settings the USB HDDs registered on this unit Only do this if you are going to dispose of this Delete all titles unit Delete all titles video on the built in HDD Delete does not work if one or more titles LL Before operation perform USB HDD Disconnection are protected left
126. ion 6 Registration 81 93 USB memories Media information 6 10 V Video COPY waaa Eni era i 54 Delete 48 DIRECT NAVIGATOR 39 Editer ere ders aro kaiun 49 Playback 39 42 Protection 50 Recording 31 VIERA Connect 77 VIERA Link 82 97 3D na baha aha 46 vaTacs1 125 Reference 617310 Declaration of Conformity DoC Hereby Panasonic Corporation declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC Customers can download a copy of the original DoC to our R amp TTE products from our DoC server http Awww doc panasonic de Contact to Authorised Representative Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Panasonic Testing Centre Winsbergring 15 22525 Hamburg Germany This product is intended to be used in the following countries Austria Belgium Bulgaria Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Hungary Ireland Italy Iceland Liechtenstein Luxembourg Malta Netherlands Norway Poland Portugal Romania Slovakia Slovenia Spain Sweden United Kingdom Switzerland This product is intended for general consumer Category 3 The WLAN feature of this product shall exclusively be used inside buildings This product on purpose to connect to access point of 2 4 GHz WLAN 126 vatacst Reference The recordin
127. is opened or the unit is switched to standby mode 44 varacst Quick View Press and hold PLAY x 1 3 BB e Press again to return to normal speed co DivX MKV MP4 and MPEG2 USB Quick View is not effective Quick View is not effective when playing back the DVD RW disc Quick View may not work when recording in XP or FR mode Quick View cannot be used on encrypted titles F5 Search Press SLOW SEARCH lt 4 or SLOW SEARCH PP e Press PLAY x 1 3 BP to restart play The speed increases up to 5 steps FR RW Up to 3 steps DivX MKV MP4 and MPEG2 USB Audio is not heard during all levels search Pause Press PAUSE II Press PLAY x 1 3 BP to restart play Slow motion While paused press SLOW SEARCH lt 4 or SLOW SEARCH PP e Press PLAY x 1 3 BP to restart play co The speed increases up to 5 steps DivX MKV MP4 and MPEG2 USB Slow motion is not effective BD V AVCHD DVD R SD Forward direction SLOW SEARCH PP only Slow motion cannot be used on encrypted titles Fo Frame by frame While paused press 4 GH or gt NI e Each press shows the next frame e Press and hold to change in succession forward or backward e Press PLAY x 1 3 B to restart play Co DivX MKV MP4 and MPEG2 UsB not effective
128. ital broadcasts cannot be received To receive an encrypted broadcast a Cl module valid for the broadcast is required Picture regularly breaks up on some channels e Adjust the reception with Manual Tuning gt 86 90 The channel which was once selectable cannot be selected Reveal the channel on the channel list gt 89 Major channels and favourite channels are not displayed on the top part of the channel list To change channel allocation restart Auto Setup in Setup menu and change channel number allocation selection gt 89 e You can change channel number assignment gt 89 Channel List VIERA Link VIERA Link does not work Some functions may not work depending on the version of HDAVI Control of the connected TV etc This unit supports HDAVI Control 5 functions Check the settings of the connected TV etc If the connection for the equipment connected with HDMI was changed or if there was a power failure or the plug was removed from the household mains socket HDAVI Control may not work In this case change TV VIERA setting for HDAVI Control again e This unit does not support ONE TOUCH PLAY function of the Panasonic AV Control Receiver You cannot access this unit from DLNA compatible equipment on the network e Check the network connection and the network settings gt 20 24 It may not be possible to connect depending on
129. ith the 21 pin Scart cable or the Audio Video cable 3 19 Deo 00001000000 To connect and register the USB HDD nas opti nal SORI kA eg Refer to Registering the external HDD pe 88 USB HDD gt 80 To connect the Communication Camera optional Refer to VIERA Connect Enjoying Internet Service gt 77 About HDMI cable Use the High Speed HDMI cables Non HDMI compliant cables cannot be utilized e When outputting 1080p signal please use HDMI Cables 5 0 meters or less Recommended Panasonic HDMI cable part Set Top Box or video equipment number A 21 pin Adaptor is required for RP CDHS15 1 5 m RP CDHS30 3 0 m AUDIOMDEG terminal RP CDHS50 5 0 m etc When the unit is not to be used for a long time To save power unplug it from the household mains socket This unit consumes a small amount of power even when the unit is in standby mode approx 0 2 W Power Save in Standby is activated and RF OUT CATV Signal is set to Off LL The HDMI connection supports VIERA Link HDAVI Control gt 82 However to perform PAUSE LIVE TV 30 and Direct TV Recording 82 for broadcasts that cannot be received by this unit you need to connect a 21 pin Scart cable 19 You cannot connect this unit to DVI devices that are incompatible with HDCP Depending on the device images may not display properly or at all when connecting with a DVI HDMI swit
130. ith the type recommended by the manufacturer e Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage and may cause a fire Do not mix old and new batteries or different types at the same time Do not heat or expose to flame Do not leave the battery ies in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed Do not take apart or short circuit Do not recharge alkaline or manganese batteries Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off Remove batteries if you do not intend to use the remote control for a long period of time Store in a cool dark place e When disposing the batteries please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT TATOO 00000000 Corn 00000000 DANGER VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM FDA21 CFR CLASS Mb CAUTION CLASS 38 VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID EXPOSURE TO THE BEAM EC60825 1 CLASS 3B ATTENTION RAYONNEMENT LASER VISIBLE ET INVISIBLE CLASSE 3B EN CAS D OUVERTURE VITER UNE EXPOSITION AU FAISCEAU FORSIGTIG SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRALING KLASSE 3B NAR L GET ER ABENT UNDGA AT BLIVE UDSAT FOR STRALEN VARO AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA LUOKAN 3B N KYV JA NAKYMATONTA LASERSATEILYA VARO ALTISTUMISTA S TEELLE VARNING KLASS 3B SYNLIG OCH OSYNLIG LASERSTRAL
131. ize SS No Channel Q Time 9 00 AVCHD Rec time 2 AVCHD 0 30 003 AVCHD Size 200 MB 004 AVCHD Press the yellow button again to cancel All the recordings on the same date become a title Press OK Select Start then press OK It will automatically format the unformatted disc such as a new disc It may take time for the copying to start To stop copying Press and hold RETURN 6 for 3 seconds To copy to the DVD R in High Definition Refer to Copying HD Video AVCHD to the DVD R in High Definition gt 61 LI An AVCHD title with 100 or more scenes will be divided into titles every 99th scene and copied Screen icons N P NTSC Title recorded using a different PAL encoding system from that of the unit Titles displaying these marks cannot be selected With Other Equipment 70 0 ale ESI DAY COR Vla CA SD USB video camera etc 5 HDD RAM e The original file must be in the SD Video standard 1 Connect the video camera or insert the media e Make the video camera ready for data transfer The menu screen appears gt 42 2 Select Copy Video MPEG2 then press OK To change the copy destination and the titles to copy 3 56 Copying titles with copying list 3 Select Start Copying then press OK 4 Select Yes
132. k then press OK A list of equipment connected via the network is displayed e This list can be updated by pressing the red button 3 select the equipment then press OK 4 Select the item then press OK e Menu structure will be different depending on the equipment Select the contents by repeating the operation Convenient functions can be used by pressing OPTION depending on the contents e Control Panel Control Panel is displayed once the playback starts Operation can be performed with A V GB OK and EXIT Press OK if the Control Panel is not displayed e Press RETURN 6 to hide the Control Panel With Other Equipment You may not be able to use the Control Panel even if you use the Panasonic DLNA compatible equipment Depending on the contents and the connected equipment playback may not be possible Playlist of Windows Media Player can play back only the contents that are stored in the libraries While playing back the 3D programme you cannot set 3D Settings 3 47 Items displayed in grey on the display cannot be played back by this unit Depending on the performance of the connected PC video frames may be dropped during playback or video may not be played back at all 3 111 Support format of DLNA client Video 3 Example of Container Video Audio codec file codec n extension AVCHD H 264 Dolby Digital mts MP4 H 264 AA
133. mation 28 Channel List 27 o AA 89 Chapter 41 45 53 Chapter Creation 92 Child Lock 90 CI Plus 14 15 103 Clock 100 Common Interface 14 97 Connection Amplifier receiver 18 AUDIO OUT terminal 19 Audio Video terminal 19 Basic connections 16 Common Interface 14 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal 19 HDMI cable 16 18 Network 20 Set Top Box 17 Video equipment 17 21 pin Scart terminals 19 Copy Music 66 Copy Photo 65 Copy Video 54 Copy title playing 61 Finalised disc 60 HD Video AVCHD 61 72 SD Video MPEG2 124 varta4cs1 D Delete Delete BD Video data 43 Music 69 Photo 05 64 Video 005 48 Delete all photos HDD a An aka kmh 93 Delete all titles DIS e cemi de ad hala ana 78 HDD 2 0 93 USBHDD 93 Delete BD Video data 43 DIRECT NAVIGATOR MUSIC asec a chek YAYA 67 PRO 2 24 a tk odes eas 62 Vid66 ahaha 39 Disc Delete all titles 78 Finalise 79 Format csc aca 78 Media information 6 9 Protection 78 DivX Playback 42 DVD Video Playback 42 DVD Video Parental Control 91 E Easy Network Setting 24 98 Easy setting
134. mputer data cannot be deleted Format Disc Format Card BD RE RAM DVD RW RW SD BD R R New disc only Formatting deletes all contents including computer data and they cannot be restored Check carefully before proceeding 1 Select Yes then press OK 2 Select Start then press OK 3 Press OK RAM To stop formatting Press RETURN 6 e You can cancel formatting if it takes more than 2 minutes The disc must be reformatted if you do this co The contents are deleted when you format a disc or card even if you have set protection RAM Formatting normally takes a few minutes however it may take up to a maximum of 70 minutes Do not disconnect the AC mains lead while formatting This can render the disc or the card unusable When a disc or card has been formatted using this unit it may not be possible to use it on any other equipment It will become DVD Video format when a DVD RW recorded in DVD Video Recording format is formatted with this unit Convenient functions Top Menu Finalise DVD R DVD RW R RW DVD R DVD RW R You can play the disc on You can select the background for DVD Video compatible DVD players by finalising it on the Top Menu unit Select
135. n press OK gt 89 To confirm that channels have been tuned correctly Refer to Using Channel List gt 27 CL If tuning is cancelled partway through it may not be possible to receive the channels Restart setup again VQT4G51 23 Getting started Settings Easy Network Setting After completing Easy Setting you can continue with Easy Network Setting 1 Select Wired or Wireless then press OK Easy Network Setting Settings and tests for connection required for home network and the Internet will be First please select a connection mode Curent seting Wired LAN cable connection Connect a LAN cable to the unit and select Wired Wireless LAN connection Select Wireless Wired Wireless Goen 2 Follow the on screen instructions and make the following confirmation and settings Wired connection Home Network Connection Check Home Network function Internet Connection Test Wireless connection e Before beginning wireless connection setup Obtain your Network name SSID An SSID Service Set IDentification is a name used by wireless LAN to identify a particular network Transmission is possible if the SSID matches for both devices Wireless Settings Home Network Connection Check Home Network function Internet Connection Test 3 When Easy Network Setting is finished appears Press
136. n not be converted to HD quality 2 You cannot select during play whether it appears or disappears Approximate recording times Refer to Recording modes and approximate recording times gt 119 e FR Flexible Recording Mode The unit automatically selects the best possible recording rate between XP and EP 8 hours 8 VQT4G51 Getting started About extension of files File format Extension JPEG JPG jpg MPO 3D photo MPO mpo MP3 MP3 mp3 DivX DIVX divx AVP avi Subtitle text files SRT srt SUB sub TXT txt MKV MKV mkv Subtitle text files SRT srt SSA ssa ASS ass SUB sub TXT txt MPEG2 MPG mpg MPEG mpeg M2TS m2ts MTS mts TS ts MP4 MP4 mp4 MOV mov The video file and subtitle text files are inside the same folder and the file names are the same except for the file extensions Some files may not be played back even if they have these extensions Notes for the disc e Disc recorded on another device It may be necessary to finalize the disc create Top Menu or close the session on the equipment used for recording to play on this unit DVD RW Recorded in DVD Video Recording DVD VR format This unit can play back and
137. n to the previous screen CO Ci 05 Getting started TV operation buttons The TV can be operated from the TV operation buttons of the remote control Perform the setting if you cannot operate the TV with the TV operation buttons While pressing TV enter the code with the number buttons Manufacturer and Code No Brand Code Brand Panasonic AIWA AKAI BENQ BRANDT BUSH CENTREX CURTIS DAEWOO DESMET DUAL ELEMIS FERGUSON FINLUX FISHER FUJITSU FUNAI GOLDSTAR GOODMANS GRADIENTE GRUNDIG HITACHI IRRADIO ITT JVC KDS KOLIN KONKA LG LOEWE MAG METZ MITSUBISHI MIVAR 01 02 03 04 35 27 30 05 71 72 73 74 58 59 10 15 05 66 05 05 05 05 61 21 53 63 67 05 50 51 05 36 09 05 22 23 40 41 30 25 17 30 39 70 52 45 62 05 50 51 07 46 52 05 28 79 05 19 20 47 24 NEC NOBLEX NOKIA NORDMENDE OLEVIA ONWA ORION PEONY PHILCO PHILIPS PHONOLA PIONEER PROVIEW PYE RADIOLA SABA SALORA SAMSUNG SANSUI SANYO SCHNEIDER SEG SELECO SHARP SIEMENS SINUDYNE SONY TCL TELEFUNKEN TEVION THOMSON TOSHIBA WHITE WESTINGHOUSE YAMAHA 21 54 55 56 05 29 30 05 69 75 76 77 78 05 25 31 33 66 67 69 10 1 1 12 13 14 52 10 15 44 If the brand of your TV is not listed or the code number is invalid for the TV this remote control is not compatible with your TV co If your TV brand has more than one code listed select the
138. nection or Pass Wireless setting 2 IP address Home setting network available 3 Connection to PENAY Fail gateway 114 vatacst Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice E General Dimensions 430 mm W BCT820 66 mm H BCT720 BCT721 59 mm H excluding the projecting parts 238 mm D including the projecting parts 249 mm D BCT820 Approx 3 3 kg BCT721 Approx 3 2 kg Power supply AC 220 to 240 V 50 Hz Power consumption Approx 37 W Power Save in Standby is activated and RF OUT CATV Signal is set to Off Mass BCT720 Approx 0 2 W Power Save in Standby is not activated Approx 4 W Operating temperature 5 C to 40 C 10 to 80 RH no condensation Operating humidity range TV system Tuner System DVB C Country Germany Austria Switzerland Channel coverage 51 MHz to 858 MHz Recording system Video MPEG 2 Hybrid VBR MPEG 4 AVC H 264 Audio Dolby Digital XP SP LP EP mode 2ch Dolby Digital DR mode HG HX HE HL HM mode Max 5 1ch Dolby Digital Plus DR mode Max 5 1ch MPEG DR mode 2ch Video Video system PAL NTSC SECAM IN Video in AV1 AV2 21 pin 1 Vp p 75 Q S Video in AV2 21 pin 1 Vp p 75 Q Video out AV1 AV2 21 pin Video Out pin jack 1 Vp p 75 Q S Video out AV1 21 pin 1 Vp p 75 Q RGB
139. net function gt 101 e Network connection and setting are required 20 24 The unit s display during the update e g e When FINISH is displayed update of the software firmware has completed 102 vatacst If your unit is not connected to the Internet You can download the latest software firmware version from the Panasonic support site below After you copy the latest software firmware to a CD R disc play the disc in the unit and it will automatically update the software firmware CL It may take up to a few hours until the update is completed depending on the network environment The timer recording always takes preference over the software firmware download if the timer recording is scheduled to start the downloading will be performed at the next opportunity For the latest firmware update information please refer to the Panasonic support site below Panasonic support site http panasonic jp support global cs Convenient functions Cl Plus compatible CAM software The unit s display during the update firmware update Software firmware of CAM compatible CI Plus can be updated automatically from broadcasts Availability of software firmware update is detected while viewing the programmes compatible with CI Plus Ang tan A Do not remove the CAM from this unit while updating 1 When notification is displayed on the screen CAM software firmware
140. new disc PLEASE WAIT e Displayed when the unit is started and is switched to standby mode There was a power failure or the AC plug was disconnected while the unit was on The unit is carrying out its recovery process Wait until the message disappears PROG FULL There are already 32 timer programmes Delete unnecessary timer programmes gt 38 REMOVE The USB device is drawing too much power Remove the USB device START Update of the software firmware is started You cannot operate the unit until the update is complete gt 102 SW DL Software firmware is downloading Download will stop when the unit is turned on or the timer recording starts 3 102 UNSUPPORT The media is not supported UPD L O stands for a number The software firmware is being updated You cannot operate the unit until the update is complete gt 102 U59 The unit is hot The unit switches to standby for safety reasons Wait for about 30 minutes until the message disappears Do not block the cooling fan on the rear of the unit U61 When a disc is not inserted A malfunction has occurred The unit is trying to restore to the normal operation Once the message disappears you can use the unit again If it remains displayed consult the dealer U76 HDMI cannot be output because it is connected to a model that does not support copyright protection U77 Due to
141. ng an Album Delete Album Add to Playlist Edit Album Name Playback Settings e Editing operations will change depending on the screen Music Delete All Tracks 1 If the confirmation screen appears Select Yes then press OK 2 Select Delete then press OK Delete Album Select Delete then press OK Delete Select Delete then press OK Edit Album Name Edit Track Name Edit Artist Name Edit Playlist Name Refer to Entering text on page 104 Remove All Tracks Select Remove then press OK Tracks themselves are not deleted from the HDD Clear My Favourites Clear Frequently Played Select Clear then press OK e Tracks themselves are not deleted from the HDD Remove Select Remove then press OK Tracks themselves are not deleted from the HDD Add to Playlist You can register your favourite albums and tracks into 10 preset playlists Select the playlist then press OK e New playlist cannot be added Up to 999 tracks can be registered to each playlist VQT4G51 69 With Other Equipment Recording from external equipment Ce DVD O HDD BD Preparation Connect the Set Top Box or video equipment gt 17 Manual Recording HDD Recording mode XP SP LP EP 1 Press INPUT SELECT and select the input channel then press OK e g If you have
142. nnected TV 97 AV1 Output The 21 pin Scart cable connection with the Q Link compatible TV supports Q Link 82 3D video playback is not possible with this connection AUDIO VIDEO OUT terminals Connect to terminals of the same colour AUDIOIN VIDEO IN soe 3D video playback is not possible with this connection Do not connect video signals through a video recorder Due to copy guard protection the picture may not be displayed properly VQT4G51 19 Getting started Connection Network connection Wireless LAN connection Following functions will be available when this unit is connected to the network Smart Home Networking DLNA gt 74 e VIERA Connect Enjoying Internet Service 3 77 BD Live functions with Internet gt 43 e Automatically acquiring the information of the CD gt 66 e Updating the software firmware of this unit from Internet gt 102 Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV 2 29 Internet For details about connection method refer to the instructions supplied with the connected co For up to date compatibility information on your Wireless equipment router refer to http panasonic jp support global cs After you make the LAN cable Wireless LAN This site is in English only The unit is not compatible with public wireless LAN connection the network setting is needed A services 24 Eas
143. nt functions age code list Abkhazian 6566 Lingala 7678 Afar 6565 Lithuanian 7684 Afrikaans 6570 Macedonian 7775 Albanian 8381 Malagasy 7771 Amharic 6577 Malay 7783 Arabic 6582 Malayalam 7776 Armenian 7289 Maltese 7784 Assamese 6583 Maori 7773 Aymara 6589 Marathi 7782 Azerbaijani 6590 Moldavian 7779 Bashkir 6665 Mongolian 7778 Basque 6985 Nauru 7865 Bengali Bangla 6678 Nepali 7869 Bhutani 6890 Norwegian 7879 Bihari 6672 Oriya 7982 Breton 6682 Pashto Pushto 8083 Bulgarian 6671 Persian 7065 Burmese 7789 Polish 8076 Byelorussian 6669 Portuguese 8084 Cambodian 7577 Punjabi 8065 Catalan 6765 Quechua 8185 Chinese 9072 Rhaeto Romance 8277 Corsican 6779 Romanian 8279 Croatian 7282 Russian 8285 Czech 6783 Samoan 8377 Danish 6865 Sanskrit 8365 Dutch 7876 Scots Gaelic 7168 English 6978 Serbian 8382 Esperanto 6979 Serbo Croatian 8372 Estonian 6984 Shona 8378 Faroese 7079 Sindhi 8368 Fiji 7074 Singhalese 8373 Finnish 7073 Slovak 8375 French 7082 Slovenian 8376 Frisian 7089 Somali 8379 Galician 7176 Spanish 6983 Georgian 7565 Sundanese 8385 German 6869 Swahili 8387 Greek 6976 Swedish 8386 Greenlandic 7576 Tagalog 8476 Guarani 7178 Tajik 8471 Gujarati 7185 Tamil 8465 Hausa 7265 Tatar 8484 Hebrew 7387 Telugu 8469 Hindi 7273 Thai 8472 Hungarian 7285 Tibetan
144. om in the Gracenote Servers Gracenote reserves the right to delete data from the Gracenote Servers or to change data categories for any cause that Gracenote deems sufficient No warranty is made that the Gracenote Software or Gracenote Servers are error free or that functioning of Gracenote Software or Gracenote Servers will be uninterrupted Gracenote is not obligated to provide you with new enhanced or additional data types or categories that Gracenote may provide in the future and is free to discontinue its services at any time GRACENOTE DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TITLE AND NON INFRINGEMENT GRACENOTE DOES NOT WARRANT THE RESULTS THAT WILL BE OBTAINED BY YOUR USE OF THE GRACENOTE SOFTWARE OR ANY GRACENOTE SERVER IN NO CASE WILL GRACENOTE BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OR FOR ANY LOST PROFITS OR LOST REVENUES 122 vatacst Reference This item incorporates copy protection technology that is protected by U S patents and other intellectual property rights of Rovi Corporation Reverse engineering and disassembly are prohibited Rovi and Rovi Guide are trademarks of Rovi Corporation and or its subsidiaries The Rovi Guide system is manufactured under license from Rovi Corporation and or its subsidiaries FOVI The Rovi Guide system is protected by patents and patent applications filed in
145. omatically at the time you have specified Software Update Now Broadcast You can check for the latest software firmware version and update the software firmware from broadcaster immediately However some cable providers do not support this function Software Update Now Internet Refer to Software Firmware Update 3 102 Software Licence Information about the software licence is displayed System Information Display software firmware version HDAVI Control version Wireless Module version When using wireless connection only and terminal ID ESN of this unit DivX Registration You need this registration code to purchase and play DivX Video on Demand VOD content After playing DivX VOD content for the first time the registration code is not displayed If you purchase DivX VOD content using a registration code different from this unit s code you will not be able to play this content e To cancel the unit s registration Select Yes Use the deregistration code to cancel the registration in www divx com Initialize Shipping Condition All the settings except for basic settings return to the factory preset The timer recording programmes are also cancelled Default Settings All the settings other than the tuning settings clock settings disc language settings rating PIN remote control code etc return to the factory presets Convenie
146. one that allows correct operation VQT4G51 21 Getting started Settings Easy Setting 1 Turon the TV then select the appropriate AV input to suit the connections to this unit 2 Press b on the remote control or 6 1 on this unit e The Easy Setting will start at the initial power on 3 Follow the on screen instructions and make the following settings Language Country 4 Select the channel number allocation then press OK For German and Austria Normally set to Preset Channel Number e For Switzerland Normally set to Operator s Channel Number LCN co To change channel allocation restart Auto Setup in Setup menu and change channel number allocation selection gt 89 22 vatacs1 5 Select Start Auto Setup then press OK Frequency and Network ID settings may be necessary depending on the cable provider For details consult the cable provider e Frequency Auto The preset frequency will be automatically used L Manual Enter the frequency specified by your cable provider with number buttons e Network ID Auto The preset Network ID will be automatically used L Manual Enter the Network ID specified by your cable provider with number buttons Auto Setup starts This operation may take some time e g Auto Setup Progress 0 100 This will take about 3 minutes No Channel Name Type Quality
147. or 9 Main display section indicator Current time Playback counter Various messages gt 112 10 Playback indicator CL While writing to reading from the media do not switch the unit to standby mode or remove the media Such action may result in loss of the media contents When inserting the media ensure that it is facing the right way up VQT4G51 13 Getting started CI module An appropriate CI module is required to view or record the encrypted broadcast You need a CI module CAM Conditional Access Module together with a certified Smart Card and a subscription with the corresponding broadcaster If not viewing recording an encrypted broadcast you do not need to insert the CI module 1 Insert the certified Smart Card into the CAM both optional Smart Card SS SN Cl module 2 Insert the CI module into the Cl Common Interface slot of this unit CI Common Interface slot 2 This unit CI module TV service encryption is automatically cancelled and the service can be viewed or recorded The recording might be prohibited by broadcasters Depending on the CI module a PIN may be demanded If prompted to enter a PIN code enter the set PIN code with the number buttons Notes for recording of an encrypted broadcast gt 33 mm Yo
148. ou want to restore the skipped channel edit the channel list 86 89 To edit the channel list Refer to Channel List gt 89 VQT4G51 27 Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts Using TV Guide system Using channel information 1 Press GUIDE TV Guide SUN 01 01 2012 8 05 Category All DVB Channels 8 00 9 45 Skillful workman SNN 15 00 an po 90 wo 00 e 1 0000 Skillful workman Penguin 20000 Kitten House dog wan 3 0000 Vacation Hunting 40000 Pampas grass News Top run 5 OOOO News om Shopping Area 91 6 0000 Venus Moon 7 0000 construction Hippopotamus 8 0000 Great river Mr Otter Dodge Gun O RETURN CI TimerRee C TV Guide screen appears 5 Dimm eeg 2 Select the programme then press OK 3 select View then press OK Page up down Press CH a v To view a programme list for another day Press the green button Previous or the yellow button Next To see programme information Press STATUS To retrieve the programme data for the area where data have not been acquired Select the area then press STATUS e Some broadcasters may not send the programme data You cannot retrieve the data from them To set a timer Recording using the TV Guide System Refer to Timer recording gt 35 LL If you make access to Rovi Guide via VIERA Connect you can use an additional
149. ouble getting online on your PC perform the network settings on your PC in accordance with the settings of Wireless router Please be aware that connecting to a network without encryption may result in the content of the communication being illegitimately viewed by a third party or the leaking of data such as personal or secret information VQT4G51 25 Getting started FUNCTION MENU screen You can easily access the desired functions such as playback timer recording the unit s settings PUNEO WLES lhes 1 Press FUNCTION MENU playback Contents L Video 39 FUNCTION MENU Video AVCHD gt 43 2 a L Video MP4 3 42 Tas Rey Photo 3 62 EER L Music 66 Tes Top Menu 42 a TSS L Menu 3 42 rc LTV Guide gt 28 Timer Recording gt 36 Copy 2 Select the item then press OK Copy Video 56 e g L Copy Video AVCHD to DVD R 3 61 Network oo Press OK Home Network DLNA Client 75 O Ter Reor Home Network Media Renderer gt 76 Network Service gt 77 View 27 Video e View is displayed when this unit is Press O Photo Ta connected with the TV that supports HDAVI Control 2 or later gt 82 Others Ext Link Standby 3 71 Playlists 3 42 Flexible Recording v
150. out AV1 21 pin 0 7 Vp p 75 Q Reference Audio Audio in AV 1 AV2 21 pin Full scale 2 0 Vrms at 1 kHz Input impedance More than 10 kQ Audio out AV1 AV2 21 pin Audio Out L R pin jack Full scale 2 0 Vrms at 1 kHz Output impedance Less than 1 kQ Digital audio out optical 1 pc Output format PCM Dolby Digital DTS MPEG Digital audio out coaxial 1 pc Output format PCM Dolby Digital DTS MPEG HDMI terminal HDMI output 19 pin type A Output format PCM Dolby Digital DTS MPEG Dolby Digital Plus Dolby TrueHD DTS HD Master Audio DTS HD High Resolution Audio e This unit supports HDAVI Control 5 function 1 pc Internal HDD capacity BCT820 1 TB BCT720 BCT721 500 GB Other terminals USB Port Type A 2 pcs SD Card Slot 1 pe Common Interface slot 2 pcs Compliant with CENELEC EN 50221 February 1997 1 pc 10BASE T 100BASE TX LAN Ethernet Port Wireless LAN Standard compliance IEEE802 11b g n Frequency range 2 4 GHz band Security WPA WPA2 Encryption type TKIP AES Authentication type PSK WEP 64 bit 128 bit This unit supports WPA and WPA2 encryption 115 VQT4G51 Reference Specifications E Recordable discs BD RE SL DL BD R SL DL 1 2X SPEED Ver 2 1 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
151. pecific languages If timer recording starts VIERA Connect will stop 77 VQT4G51 Convenient functions Media management Ce a BD DVD SD 1 Press FUNCTION MENU 2 Select Others then press OK 3 select the item then press OK Selectable items will change depending on the selected drive Disc Name BD RE BD R RAM DVD R DVD RW R RW This function is to name a disc Refer to Entering text gt 104 e The disc name is displayed in the Blu ray Disc Management DVD Management window DVD R DVD RW R With a finalised disc the name is displayed on the Top Menu RW The disc name is displayed only if you play the disc on other equipment after creating Top Menu co Do not perform this operation before copying HD Video AVCHD to DVD R or DVD R DL 3 61 Disc Protection BD RE BD R RAM Select Yes then press OK e g Disc Name Disc Protection To release the protection Repeat the same steps The screen icon will be switched to Off Delete all titles 78 varac51 Delete all titles BD R RAM BD RE 1 Select Yes then press OK 2 Select Start then press OK A message appears when finished 3 Press OK LL Photo data JPEG MPO or co
152. press OK 3 Select the desired language e Press EXIT to exit the screen LL Some subtitle contents can be displayed using Teletext right Switching audio Press AUDIO e Audio will switch according to the contents of the programme every time it is pressed To use data service Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV You can enjoy the interactive data services for digital broadcasting To use Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application perform network connection and settings 3 20 24 When notification message is displayed Follow the on screen instructions When the Teletext is included in data service When TEXT is pressed the Teletext of data service will be displayed A V GB OK number buttons or colour buttons etc Operations may vary depending on the broadcaster On screen instructions may not correspond to the remote control buttons It may take some time to show the data service Not all the data services are available depending on the broadcaster Some functions of the data service may be deactivated during recording To show the Teletext When appears in channel information gt 28 1 Press TEXT e When the Teletext of data service is displayed press TEXT again 2 Use A V lt gt number buttons or colour buttons etc according to on screen instructions co You can change the display mode gt 95 Teletext Aspect You can switch the
153. pyrighted by several individuals Please refer to the copyright notice of those individuals at http panasonic net avc oss diga FCRCP12 html The LGPL software is distributed in the hope that it will be useful but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY without even the implied warranty of 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 Contact Information cdrequest diga gg jp panasonic com Source code covered under LGPL is also freely available to you and any other member of the public via our website below http panasonic net avc oss diga FCRCP12 html For the software categorized as 5 and 6 please refer to the applicable license terms included in the Software Licence menu on product Further for WM DRM categorized as 7 please be aware of the following a This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Use or distribution of this technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary b Content providers are using the digital rights management technology for Windows Media contained in this device WM DRM to protect
154. ress OK e g lEnterTteName Playback Set up Protection Delete Title Cancel Protection Information Pd Partial Delete Edit Divide Title Chapter View Change Thumbnail Create Group Change Prog Type Release Grouping N File Conversion All Titles File Decryption e Edit has several functions Editing video Multiple editing Select the title then press the yellow button in step 1 A check mark is displayed Repeat this step Press the yellow button again to cancel Deleting 1 Select Delete Title then press OK 2 Select Delete then press OK Entering title name 1 Select Enter Title Name in Edit then press OK 2 Refer to Entering text gt 104 VQT4G51 49 Editing video Editing recorded titles Setting protection Dividing title HDD USB HDD BD RE BD R RAM R RW HDD USB HDD BD RE BD R RAM Protection setting prevents the title from accidental deletion All Not Viewed Movie Social Economic Channel Date Title Name Pa OOOO 04 10 Birds Pe OOOO 04 10 World news OOOO 29 10 Football 29 10 Dogs and Cats Start Time 9 00 Rec time P
155. ress OK to show the respective setting When the router s DHCP server function is not activated check the numbers of other connected devices such as personal computers then assign a number different from those of other devices for the IP Address and assign the same number for Subnet Mask and Gateway Address Proxy Server Settings Check and set the connection to the Proxy server e Press OK to show the respective setting Network Service Settings Lock You can restrict using VIERA Connect e PIN is required to change 3 27 Automatic Volume Control Volume is adjusted automatically to the standard volume while using VIERA Connect Depending on contents this function will not work Select Off when the audio is warped Home Network Settings You can set the DLNA Server function 3 74 Home Network function Convenient functions Standby Settings Power Save in Standby You can switch between enable disable of the DLNA Server and DMR Media Renderer function If On is selected Power Save in Standby is fixed to Off 3 right e This cannot be set to On if the connection with the wireless broadband router is not encrypted in the wireless connection Setting device name It is also possible to change the name of this unit on the network Select from a preset list Select the preset name then press OK
156. ress the yellow button again to cancel If you perform Remove select the title in the group 2 Press OPTION 3 Select the item then press OK Create Group Selected titles are bundled to form a group Select Create then press OK Release Grouping All the titles in the group are released Select Release then press OK Remove Selected titles are removed from the group Select Remove then press OK Changing the group name 1 Select the group then press OPTION 2 Select Edit then press OK 3 Select Enter Title Name then press OK 4 Refer to Entering text gt 104 Playing back video Playback from Chapter View Regarding chapters You can divide a title into multiple chapters Each section between the division points Chapter Marks becomes a chapter Chapter Title Chapter Marks e Chapter Creation HDD This unit can create chapters automatically while recording broadcasting gt 92 LL If the title is recorded in the encrypted form the chapter will be created only after the title is decrypted 1 Select the title then press OPTION 2 Select Chapter View then press OK e g HDD SOCCER ay Bs Press OK to start playing from A fe diod chapter ai r elected chapter can
157. rnal input Press STATUS 8 50 55 01 01 2012 uka Play 8 50 50 7 T The time that you can rewind the live programme The amount of time temporarily saved on HDD The time of the current playback position To stop REWIND LIVE TV or PAUSE LIVE TV 1 Press STOP W 2 Select Yes then press OK To hide the display information Press EXIT CL The unit cannot rewind and play more than 1 5 hours prior to the current time Temporary save stops in the following cases When switching to other channels or other screen When recording of the watching programme is started When two programmes simultaneous recording is started When performing PAUSE LIVE TV or REWIND LIVE TV for more than 8 hours This may vary depending on the HDD free space These functions do not work in the following cases When the clock is not set When setting clock manually Copy protected title Copying is prohibited only gt 15 While recording two programmes simultaneously While copying While watching a programme being recorded When a radio programme is selected While watching an encrypted programme REWIND LIVE TV When REWIND LIVE TV is set to Off gt 92 PAUSE LIVE TV When a timer recording via external input is started while watching a programme via external input PAUSE LIVE TV You can operate this unit with the TV remote control by using VIERA Link gt 82
158. rog Type Movie 1 Select Set up Protection or Cancel Protection in Edit then press OK 2 Select Yes then press OK A appears when setting the protection LL e This function cannot be used on encrypted titles Fo J Partial deleting HDD USB HDD BD RE BD R RAM 1 Select Partial Delete in Edit then press OK 2 Press OK at the start point and end point to delete e You can find the desired point by using play search etc gt 44 3 Select Continue then press OK Select Next then press OK to delete other sections Up to 20 sections can be set go to step 2 4 Select Delete then press OK e Chapter Mark is generated in the scene that was partially deleted 5 Press RETURN 6 LL This function cannot be used on encrypted titles F9 50 varacs1 1 Select Divide Title in Edit then press OK 2 Press OK at the point to divide the title e You can find the desired point by using play search etc gt 44 3 Select Continue then press OK 4 Select Divide then press OK To confirm the division point After performing step 2 Select Preview then press OK e The unit plays 10 seconds before and after the division point To change the division point After performing step 2 Restart play and select Divide
159. rolled using Digital Media Controller Depending on the performance of the connected PC video frames may be dropped during playback or video may not be played back at all gt 111 Convenient functions VIERA Connect Enjoying Internet Service VIERA Connect allows you to access some specific websites supported by Panasonic and enjoy Internet contents such as photos videos etc from VIERA Connect home screen This unit has no full browser function and all features of websites may not be available e g KK Fl FT Dj 2 ng ua 2 XXXX VIERA Connect Home screen e Images are for illustration purpose contents may change without notice Preparation e Network connection gt 20 24 To enjoy video communication e g Skype Connect this unit with optional Communication Camera TY CC20W or TY CC10W Depending on the area this optional camera may not be available Please consult your local Panasonic dealer for advice e g This unit s rear panel Communication Camera TY CC20W or TY CC10W For operating method refer to the following website http panasonic jp support global cs This site is in English only Cannot be used while recording copying or playing BD Video 1 Press INTERNET
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161. rted to 48 kHz regardless of the setting in the following cases The signals have a sampling frequency of over 96 kHz The disc has copy protection BD Video Secondary Audio is set to On BD V 3 below Dolby D Dolby D Dolby TrueHD DTS DTS HD MPEG Select the audio signal to output Select PCM when the connected equipment cannot decode the respective audio format Not making the proper settings may result in noise BD Video Secondary Audio Turn on off the clicking sound on the menu and audio with secondary video Convenient functions Audio Delay Display Mis sync between the video and audio is corrected by delaying the audio output Language Select the language for on screen menus Audio for HG HX HE HL HM Recording If the programme has multi channel audio On Screen Information priority is given to what you select Select the time until the channel information e This setting will give effect in the following screen gt 28 disappears automatically cases Timer recording 3 35 Unit s Display File Conversion 51 Changes the brightness of the unit s display Normal speed copy in HG HX HE HLor HM f Automatic is selected the display turns dark mode from a title recorded in DR mode during play and disappears when the unit is in gt 56 59 standby mode While using this mode the standby power consumption can be
162. s OK 4 Select Set then press OK File Conversion is a function to convert the recording mode of the title in DR mode and AVCHD contents The size of the converted title will be small regularly It will take about the same time as the recorded duration 1 Select File Conversion in Edit then press OK e g File Conversion Convert the selected title by changing its recording mode Please select recording mode and other options then press OK Recording Mode Longer Play J Subtitles Off Timing During standby E gt 0K NI LO RETURN 2 Set the conversion options then press OK Recording Mode gt 8 USB HDD You cannot select XP SP LP and EP mode Subtitles e Automatic Subtitles will be recorded if they are included in the title and will not be recorded if they are not included Off Subtitle will not be recorded Timing e Now Conversion begins immediately after step 4 Timer recording will not be performed during conversion If an encrypted title E is included Now cannot be selected e During standby Conversion will be performed after the unit is switched to standby mode VQT4G51 51 Editing video Editing recorded titles 3 Select the item then press OK Convert 8 Delete The original title will be deleted to save HDD capacity after conversion Convert Only The original
163. t Start then press OK To stop recording partway Press STOP W To show the remaining time Press STATUS co Simultaneous operation is not possible while Flexible Recording via AV input to the disc is working With Other Equipment Linked timer recording SKY Digital STB etc EXT LINK HDD Recording mode XP SP LP EP Connect the equipment with AV2 input terminal using a 21 pin Scart cable 3 17 e Set AV2 Input and Ext Link gt 97 e Make timer programming on the external equipment 1 Press FUNCTION MENU 2 Select Ext Link Standby in Others then press OK e EXT L lights on the units display To cancel the External link 1 Turn on this unit 2 Press FUNCTION MENU 3 Select Ext Link Standby in Others then press OK to stop recording or to cancel linked timer recording standby EXT L disappears LL It will be recorded in standard definition quality even if the programme is in high definition During Ext Link Standby mode or recording you cannot select external input other than AV2 This function does not work when TV System is set to NTSC gt 96 This function does not work while recording two programmes simultaneously with timer recording The beginnings of recordings may not be recorded correctly in some cases Programmes are recorded as one title on this unit when the end time of the
164. t 51 with the title This unction cannot be used on encrypted titles Fo 53 VQT4G51 Copying video Copying titles SB HDD Co Ce HDD sb pvp j fo fle gt 1 The title in the source media will be deleted 2 The recording mode cannot be changed e About CI Plus restriction gt 15 1 Insert or connect the media 2 Press DRIVE SELECT to select HDD then press DIRECT NAVIGATOR If the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen of photo or music is displayed press the red button then select VIDEO 3 Select the title then press the yellow button A check mark is displayed Repeat this step Channel Date Title Name OOOO 94 10 Birds 0000 04 10 World news OOOO 29 10 Football DEF O 2910 Dogs and Cats F 5 StartTime 9 00 Rectime Aa Prog Type Movie e Press the yellow button again to cancel 4 Press the blue button 5 Set the copy direction then press OK 6 select Yes then press OK If you select No you can change the selection gt 55 54 vatacs1 7 Set other settings then press OK eye Automatic Standby after Copy 4 Standby status can be changed if required Please press OK to start copying BOK N o ORETURN 55 Setting the copying options 8 select Yes then press OK To register the external HDD USB HDD R
165. t insert the CI module into the Cl slot 3 14 During decryption do not remove the CI module from this unit The title before decryption will be deleted once decryption is completed When the HDD does not have enough remaining space decryption will not start This function is stopped when this unit is turned on Decryption will start from the beginning again once the unit is turned off The decryption will not start if the timer recording is scheduled within the time required for the decryption When a decryption fails the screen icon E is changed to Pa Timer recording e This operation will only record to built in HDD e This unit can record two programmes being broadcasted at the same time e About CI Plus restriction gt 15 e Notes for recording of an encrypted broadcast gt 33 Preparation If you want to change the recording mode Press REC MODE and select the recording mode then press OK 1 Press GUIDE TV Guide screen appears TV Guide SUN 01 01 2012 8 05 Category Al DVB Channels 8 00 8 45 Skillful workman SUNOTOT 8 00 830 2 00 B30 Tiooo om0 gt 10000 Skiifalworkman Penguin 20000 kitten House dog win 3 0000 vacation Hunting 4 0000 Pampas grass News Top run 5 0000 News Gom Shopping Area 91 6 OOOO Venus Moon 7 0000 Construction Hippopotamus 8 OOOO Great river Mr Otter Dodge x Gene CI Timer Rec CJ
166. tep 4 4 gt 57 Copy ETIN Destination Capacity 200 Copy Direction Size 4 00 50 HOD BD70V0 No Sha Tile 01 0 30DR 25 OOOO 02_0 300R 25 OOOO New item Total 2 Copy Mode 2 HG g Create List F 4 Other Settings q Page 01 01 Start Copying a Create copy list 2 Press OPTION 3 Select the item then press OK Delete All All titles that you registered to copy are deleted Select Yes then press OK Add Add new items to the copying list 1 Select the titles with the yellow button 2 Press OK Delete Selected titles are deleted e Select the title then press the yellow button before step 2 Repeat this step to select titles Select Yes then press OK Move Change the order of items on the copying list Select the title to move before step 2 Select the destination then press OK LL When copying at normal speed the total data size will change according to the recording mode The total data size shown may be larger than the sum of the data sizes for each registered item 58 varacs1 Screen icons Titles that cannot be copied in high speed mode DEO XI Titles that cannot be copied Title contains photos e Photos cannot be copied Title recorded using a different encoding system from that of the unit Titl
167. the 16 9 image disappear and the image is enlarged Zoom The black bars on the top and bottom sides of the 4 3 image disappear and the image is enlarged co This function does not work when watching 3D programme and playing back 3D title or 3D photo It may also be adjusted using the screen mode of the TV etc The screen mode is switched to Normal in the following situations when you change the channel when you start or end the playback of a title when you switch the unit on or to standby mode BD V DVD V Side cut does not have any effect When TV Aspect gt 96 is set to Pan amp Scan or Letterbox the Zoom effect is disabled HOLD function The HOLD function deactivates all buttons on the unit and remote control Press and hold OK and RETURN 6 simultaneously until X HOLD appears on the unit s display Unit s display To cancel the HOLD function Press and hold OK and RETURN 6 simultaneously until X HOLD disappears Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service make the following checks If the problem still persists consult your dealer for instructions Updating to the latest software firmware may solve the problem gt 102 The followings do not indicate a problem with this unit e Regular disc rotating sounds or HDD rotating sounds Poor reception due to atmospheric conditions e
168. the background then press OK BD R Finalising BD R prevents accidental recording or editing Ca 1 Select Yes then press OK You can change thumbnails displayed in the Top Menu p gt 51 Changing thumbnail 2 Select Start then press OK 3 Press OK Auto Play Select After finalising DVD R DVD RW R RW BD R DVD R R The disc becomes play only You can select whether to show the Top Menu and you can no longer record or edit after finalising or creating Top Menu DVD RW You can record and edit the disc after Select Top Menu or Title 1 then press OK formatting Top Menu The Top Menu appears first Co Title 1 You cannot cancel finalising The disc content is played without displaying the Roa gap S a Top Menu Do not disconnect the AC mains lead while finalising This can render the disc unusable Depending on the disc it may take longer than displayed on the confirmation screen approximately four times longer 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 Create Top Menu RW You can create Top Menu for displaying on other equipment
169. the current disc not having authorised copyright information video output is not performed U88 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 Once the message disappears you can use the unit again If it remains displayed consult the dealer U99 The unit fails to operate properly Press 9 1 on the main unit to switch the unit to standby mode Now press 5 I on the main unit again to turn the unit on Troubleshooting X HOLD The HOLD function is activated 3 104 H or F O stands for a number There is something unusual The service number displayed after H and F depends on the unit s condition Reset the unit as follows 1 Disconnect the plug from the household mains socket wait a few seconds then reconnect it 2 Press I to turn the power on The unit may be fixed Request service from the dealer Inform the dealer of the service number when requesting service When you experience problems with Easy Network Setting If there is any problem the following message is displayed on the screen Wireless Settings Display Check the following A conflict with other devices Please wait a few moments and then try again occurred A time out error Setting of the Wireless router occurred for MAC Address etc The signal may be weak
170. the guide US Europe and other countries including one or more of the United States patents 6 396 546 5 940 073 6 239 794 issued to Rovi Corporation and or its subsidiaries Rovi Corporation and or its subsidiaries and related affiliates are not in any way liable for the accuracy or availability of the program schedule information or other data in the Rovi Guide system and cannot guarantee service availability in your area In no event shall Rovi Corporation and or its related affiliates be liable for any damages in connection with the accuracy or availability of the program schedule information or other data in the Rovi Guide system This product incorporates the following software or technology 1 the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation 2 the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation 3 the software developed by the Independent JPEG Group 4 the software developed by the Freetype Project 5 the software licensed under the GNU LESSER General Public License LGPL and or 6 open sourced software other than the software licensed under the LGPL 7 Windows Media digital right management technology WM DRM licensed by Microsoft Corporation or its affiliates For the software categorized as 5 please refer to the terms and conditions of LGPL as the case may be at http www gnu org licenses old licenses IgpI 2 1 html In addition the software categorized as 5 are co
171. the integrity of their content Secure Content so that their intellectual property including copyright in such content is not misappropriated This device uses WM DRM software to play Secure Content WM DRM Software If the security of the WM DRM Software in this device has been compromised owners of Secure Content Secure Content Owners may request that Microsoft revoke the WM DRM Software s right to acquire new licenses to copy display and or play Secure Content Revocation does not alter the WM DRM Software s ability to play unprotected content A list of revoked WM DRM Software is sent to your device whenever you download a license for Secure Content from the Internet or from a PC Microsoft may in conjunction with such license also download revocation lists onto your device on behalf of Secure Content Owners Vorbis FLAC WPA Supplicant The software licenses are displayed when Software Licence in the Setup menu is selected 101 vatacs1 123 Reference Index A Aspect 96 104 Audio Broadcasts 29 Digital Audio 117 Playback 46 Auto Setup 22 89 AVCHD CODY acts kapatagang 61 72 Playback 39 42 B BD Live 43 91 BD Video BD Live 43 91 Playback 42 OD cise AA dee Se 46 BD Video Parental Control 91 C CAM Conditional Access Module 14 Channel infor
172. the programme with 4 gt converted teletext will not be recorded Switch the channel with A V Data service will not be recorded 3 Only when recording broadcast in other than Press the yellow button DR mode 4 Goto step 3 on page 36 This unit will record in the DR mode once and then convert to the selected mode automatically during standby If the title has not been decrypted conversion will start after decryption Even if you switch the unit to standby mode i during the timer recording the recording is continued When you programme successive timer recordings to start about last 1 minute of earlier programme will not be recorded Timer recording will not start while copying a title in high speed mode with finalising or creating Top Menu RW copying a title in normal speed mode converting a title in File Conversion Only when Now is selected copying HD Video AVCHD from USB device or SD card copying photos music formatting finalising creating Top Menu VQT4G51 37 Recording Timer recording To confirm and edit a timer programme 1 Press PROG CHECK e g OK Greum Turn oO O Timer Recording HDD 30 30 DR SUN 01 01 2012 8 05 Channel Name Schedule Mode Space O Wontnews Fio itas OR x Roa Abo iso Kaka hi o poe sya aje D SUN 01 01 K OOO Dogs and Cats 8 00 10 45 New Timer Programme
173. the types of the equipment or the status of the equipment You cannot play contents properly from DLNA compatible equipment on the network There may be some video that cannot be played back on DLNA compatible equipment depending on the equipment e Following titles cannot be played back A title with access restriction A title with copy protection Copying is prohibited gt 15 A title with audio only format A title with incompatible format An encrypted title F9 Troubleshooting Playback via DLNA compatible equipment may not be performed when this unit is in the following conditions While playing back a BD Video While simultaneously performing High speed copy and recording While displaying the Setup menu While executing functions using a network such as VIERA Connect e You cannot play back simultaneously from two or more items of DLNA compatible equipment If the DLNA compatible equipment is not capable of outputting HE AAC audio format etc sound may not be played back When using Wireless LAN connection video from the DLNA Certified media server is not played back or video frames are dropped during playback Use 802 11n 2 4 GHz Wireless router Simultaneous use with a microwave cordless telephone etc at 2 4 GHz may result in connection interruptions or other problems On the Wireless Settings screen 98 the continuous lighting of at least four Recep
174. tion indicators is the target for a stable connection If three or fewer indicators are lit or the connection is being interrupted change the position or angle of your Wireless router If there is no improvement connect to a wired network and perform the Easy Network Setting gt 24 again To return all the settings to the factory preset Perform Shipping Condition or Default Settings gt 86 101 111 VQT4G51 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide Messages on the unit s display NoWRIT The following messages or service numbers appear on the unit s display when something unusual is detected BD O stands for a number The remote control and main unit are using different codes Change the code on the remote control 106 CAM UP CAM is being updated gt 103 CONV Selected titles in the USB HDD are being converted Do not disconnect the USB HDD from this unit GUIDE TV Guide data is being downloaded HARD ERR If there is no change after switching the unit to standby mode and turning it on consult the dealer NoERAS You cannot delete items on this disc The disc may be damaged NoREAD e The disc is dirty gt 10 The unit cannot record play or edit e The lens cleaner has finished cleaning Press 4 OPEN CLOSE on the main unit to eject the disc 112 vatacst You cannot write to this disc The disc may be damaged Use a
175. tly depending on the settings gt 46 47 3D Type Signal Format About the PIN for parental control If you have locked channels 90 Child Lock List or set a ratings level gt 90 Parental Rating you may be asked to enter the PIN In that case enter the 4 digit PIN with the number buttons by following the on screen instructions e Make a note of the PIN you have decided on in case you forget it e PIN can be changed via PIN Entry 3 100 If encrypted channels do not appear To watch an encrypted broadcast insert the CI module into the CI slot gt 14 e Depending on the CI module a PIN may be demanded If prompted to enter a PIN code enter the set PIN code with the number buttons e Set according to the Cl module gt 86 97 Common Interface Watching broadcasts Using Channel List You can select from the list of channel names 1 Press OK All DVB Channels Sorting 123 View o RETURN Coase CI Channel names Encrypted channel To sort the channel press the red button To change the category press the blue button 2 Select the channel then press OK To skip unwanted channels The chamnel is skipped next time you select the channel 1 While watching the broadcast to skip press DEL 2 Press OK co You can select the skipped channel with the number buttons When y
176. top or Recording Time When a programme is recorded in encrypted form conversion will not start until decryption has finished gt 33 The title before conversion the title recorded in DR mode will be deleted once the conversion is completed Conversion will take about the same time as the recorded duration When the HDD does not have enough remaining space conversion will not start Conversion is stopped when this unit is turned on Conversion will start from the beginning again once the unit is switched to standby mode The conversion will not start if the timer recording is scheduled within the time required for the conversion When converted audio content and subtitle will be converted with the same settings as at the start of recording 32 vatacst Operation during Recording To check the recording programme Press STATUS e g While recording two programmes simultaneously HDD REC1 OTR AUTO Recording programme 1 displayed on the TV OOOO 5 OOOO REC2 Recording programme not displayed on the TV To stop recording Press STOP W When recording one programme If the following screen appears Stop Recording 1 0000 Recording of this programme is in progress Stop this recording Vacation Yes No 0K of O RETURN Select Yes then press OK When recording two programmes If th
177. ts displayed items are different This unit only guarantees the playback of the Frame Sequential and the Side by Side Half programme types Please refrain from viewing 3D images if you do not feel well or are experiencing visual fatigue In the event that you experience dizziness nausea or other discomfort while viewing 3D images discontinue use and rest your eyes Depending on the connected TV the video being played back might switch to 2D video due to changes in resolution etc Check the 3D setting on the TV 3D video might not output the way it is set in HDMI Video Format gt 96 and 24p Output gt 96 It may display as Side by Side when playback of the 3D video is started 47 VQT4G51 Editing video Deleting recorded titles Once deleted recorded content cannot be restored to its original state Make certain Deleting during play before proceeding 1 Press DEL while playing co 2 Select Delete then press OK If the disc is protected release the protection 3 78 Disc Protection K3 Tle oe Ce Available disc space after deleting HDD uspiop BD DVD HDD USB HDD BD RE RAM The space deleted becomes available for recording 1 On the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen Select the title BD R DVD R R Available space does not increase even after the contents are deleted
178. tteries please contact your local municipality your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste in accordance with national legislation For business users in the European Union If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment please contact your dealer or supplier for further information Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union These symbols are only valid in the European Union If you wish to discard these items please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal Note for the battery symbol bottom two symbol examples This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved Pursuant to the applicable EU legislation EU Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Panasonic Testing Centre Winsbergring 15 22525 Hamburg Germany Panasonic Corporation En Web Site http panasonic net VQT4G51 ee AA AND IN A F0812MDO
179. u can insert one or two different CAMs with Smart Cards into this unit Be sure to insert the CI module horizontally into the slot Insert the CAM and the Smart Card with the correct direction When removing the CI module press the CI module eject button and pull it straight out For more details see the manual of the CAM and Smart Card or consult the dealer The Common Interface supports the modules according to DVB Specification and CI Plus Specification Turn off the unit before you insert or remove the CI module 14 varacst Getting started About CI Plus compatible broadcast CI Plus is a technical specification that imposes copy protection on the broadcasted programmes All CI Plus protected programmes are encrypted It may take some time to display the encrypted programme Em Retention limit There are some titles for which the playback will be disabled after a predetermined time e g Permitted playback period is 90 minutes after recording When the programme is imposed a limit on the playable period the icon will appear on the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen after recording 39 These titles cannot be copied to the USB HDD or disc below Copying is prohibited E CI Plus copy protection When the CI Plus compatible broadcast is recorded the title may be copy protected There are following types of the copy protection depending on the broadcast Copying not restricted
180. unction sets the timer recording to start earlier than the TV Guide time Timer Record Stop Buffer This function sets the timer recording to stop later than the TV Guide time REWIND LIVE TV HDD Set the Chapter Creation method e Even if Automatic is selected depending on the programme to be recorded the chapter may not be created correctly Rec for High Speed Copy Turn on off the REWIND LIVE TV function When Automatic Standby is set to Off 99 On cannot be selected Recording for Encrypted Channel Limitation for record view play of the encrypted programme will change gt 33 Aspect for Recording Sets the aspect ratio when recording or copying except in DR mode If Automatic is selected the title will be recorded with the original aspect ratio at the time when recording started including when recording started at a commercial etc In the following cases the programme will be recorded with the original aspect ratio BD RE BD R When the recording mode is set to XP SP LP EP or FR HDD RAM When the recording mode is set to XP SP LP EP or FR with the Rec for High Speed Copy set to Off In the following cases aspect is fixed to 4 3 DVD R DVD RW When the recording mode is set to EP or FR record
181. urs 10 hours 15 min 21 hours e Recording time of DR mode may vary depending on the bit rate of broadcasting e High Definition HD quality estimated bit rate is 14 Mbps Standard Definition SD quality estimated bit rate is 5 Mbps e Regarding recording time remaining Remaining time in the DR mode is calculated with a bit rate of 14 Mbps But the bit rate differs depending on the broadcast so the displayed remaining time might be different from the actual remaining time E HG HX HE HL HM modes Recording Mode HDD BD RE BD R BCT820 BCT720 BCT721 Single Layer Dual Layer 1 TB 500 GB 25 GB 50 GB HG 157 hours 78 hours 4 hours 8 hours HX 235 hours 117 hours 6 hours 12 hours HE 353 hours 176 hours 9 hours 18 hours HL 472 hours 235 hours 12 hours 24 hours HM 684 hours 341 hours 17 hours 30 min 35 hours vatacs1 119 Reference Specifications E XP SP LP EP modes Recording Mode HDD BD RE BD R BCT820 BCT720 BCT721 Single Layer Dual Layer 1 TB 500 GB 25 GB 50 GB XP 215 hours 107 hours 5 hours 15 min 10 hours 30 min SP 431 hours 215 hours 10 hours 30 min 21 hours LP 862 hours 430 hours 21 hours 42 hours EP 6 hours 1293 hours 645 hours 31 hours 30 min 63 hours EP 8 hours 1724 hours 860 hours 42 hours 84 hours Recording Mode DVD RAM DVD R DVD R DL Single sided Double sided DVD RW R DL 4 7
182. vices in certain cases USB 3 0 devices cannot be used due to differing connector shape larger current ratings etc Use of USB 2 0 devices is recommended USB memories support FAT12 FAT16 and FAT32 file systems USB memories support DivX and MKV files less than 4 GB Notes for the SD cards e Compatible SD card SD Memory Card from 8 MB to 2 GB FAT12 and FAT16 formats SDHC Memory Card from 4 GB to 32 GB FAT32 format SDXC Memory Card 48 GB 64 GB exFAT format e Using miniSD card or microSD card Mini type and micro type cards can also be used but must be used with adaptor cards optional To format an SD card Refer to Format Disc Format Card gt 78 co Usable memory is slightly less than the card capacity If the SD card is formatted on other equipment the time necessary for recording may be longer or the card may not be able to be used on this unit In these cases format the card on this unit SDHC Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards can be used in equipment that is compatible with the appropriate cards SDHC Memory Cards can also be used in equipment compatible with SDXC Memory Cards 10 vatacst Media handling Do not touch the recorded surface of the discs or the terminal surface of the SD cards DO NOT DO Cat If there is dirt or condensation on the disc wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry DO NOT Do not attach labels or sti
183. vourites or Playlists or USB Folder not be stored depending on the media e This function is not available during the Random BGM 3D photo playback You can play back the BGM Background e Information Music in random order Information shooting date etc is shown This function is not available during the 3D photo playback To pause the Slideshow Press PAUSE II e Press PAUSE IN again to restart To stop the Slideshow Press RETURN 6 VQT4G51 63 Photo Editing photos KIT CBN x1 fos x2 N HDD BD DVD SD 1 BD RE only 2 RAM only 1 Onthe DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen 64 e g HDD DIRECT NAVIGATOR SHD Al Abumi Jo Abum2 Abum3 J Abum4 Daie amp Event Name 03 01 2010 29 102010 25022011 75032017 Page 000210002 Page Up 3 Page Down Bok CET Calendar Goreren oono veo music Sideshow Select CI Copy To edit the event Select the event To edit the photo 1 Select the event then press OK 2 Select the photo to edit e To select multiple events or photos Press the yellow button when selecting the event or photo A check mark is displayed Repeat this step e Press the yellow button again to cancel Press OPTION Selectable items will change depending on the media and the type of file VQT4G51 Select the item then press OK
184. y Network Setting E Precautions of Wireless LAN connection LAN cable connection The following limits are in place regarding the usage of this unit You must be aware of these limits before using this unit a Panasonic will in no way be responsible for any E ia i S incidental damage which may arise due to a TAL APO failure to obey these limits or to any condition of use or disuse of this unit e Data transmitted and received over radio waves may be intercepted and monitored e This unit contains delicate electronic components Please use this unit in the manner in which it was intended and follow the following points Do not expose this unit to high temperatures or direct sunlight Do not bend or subject this unit to strong impacts Keep this unit away from moisture Do not disassemble or alter this unit in any co way Use category 5 or above straight LAN cables STP when connecting to peripheral devices Inserting any cable other than a LAN cable in the LAN terminal can damage the unit I0BASE TH00BASE TX Internet 20 varacs1 Settings Ol bd a Ping S vol aly operation buttons SS gt right Z koi Ie IS pa H B hi ee 00 UT EN gp ols ke 5 2 H Ol EE r al ala S pi gre HAL ENT eg TO exit the screen Select and enter buttons FUNCTION MENU 2 26 To retur
185. ypted titles F9 cannot be copied You can record to or play HDD while high speed copying Press OK to exit the screen display Press STATUS to confirm the current progress e Speed and recording mode when copying The high speed copy is performed if available Refer to Notes for copying gt 59 co When copying the titles in DR HG HX HE HL or HM modes and the copy destination does not have enough space one from HG HX HE HL or HM modes will be selected to match the available space RAM DVD R DVD RW R RW When copying the titles in DR HG HX HE HL or HM modes copy will be performed at normal speed in FR mode When copying the titles in XP SP LP EP or FR modes and the copy destination does not have enough space copy will be performed at normal speed in FR mode Copying video Copying HD Video AVCHD to the DVD R in High Definition You can copy HD Video AVCHD recorded on HDD to a DVD R in High Definition quality HDD DVD R 1 insert an unformatted DVD R or DVD R DL The menu screen appears gt 42 2 Select Copy Video AVCHD to Disc then press OK 3 Goto step 4 on page 57 Copying titles with copying list To copy HD Video AVCHD from other equipment Refer to Copying HD Video AVCHD 3 72 CA This function can only be used for unformatted disc When a disc is named

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