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Operating Instructions

Blu-ray Disc Recorder

Model No.DMR-BW500

Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum

performance and safety, please read these

instructions carefully.

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this

product, please read the instructions completely.

Please keep this manual for future reference.

Region management information

BD-Video

This unit plays BD-Video marked with labels

containing the region code B.

Example:

DVD-Video

This unit plays DVD-Video marked with labels

containing the region number “4” or “ALL”.

Example:

This Blu-ray Disc Recorder is for viewing and

recording free to view channels only, not pay

TV or encrypted channels.

Trademark of the DVB Digital Video

Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996)

Declaration of Conformity No. 5367, 25th

January 2008

Notice for DVB functions

≥Any function related to DVB (Digital Video

Broadcasting) will work in areas where

DVB-T (MPEG2) digital terrestrial

broadcasting is received. Consult your local

Panasonic dealer with coverage areas.

≥This unit has the capability for DVB

specifications. But future DVB services

cannot be guaranteed.

≥This unit does not support MHP (Multimedia

Home Platform).

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RQT9131-L

Quick Start

Guide

Basic

operations

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Summary of content (120 pages)

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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 1 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Operating Instructions DMR-BW500 Region management information BD-Video This unit plays BD-Video marked with labels containing the region code B. Example: DVD-Video This unit plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number “4” or “ALL”. Example: 4 ALL 2 3 4 Dear customer Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 2 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 CAUTION! THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES. THIS PRODUCT 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 OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 3 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Characteristics of this unit Record to Blu-ray disc It is possible to record in high definition quality when the broadcast is high definition. ➡7 It can record in high definition quality in addition to large volume recording. ➡6 Blu-ray disc 2 programmes Simultaneous Recording 7-Day EPG Timer recording is made easier because the TV Guide allows you to see programme information up to 7 days ahead.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 4 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Table of contents Getting started Getting started Included accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Characteristics of this unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Quick Start Guide HDD and disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Regarding Blu-ray Disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Regarding DR (Direct Recording) mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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午前９時３７分 Still pictures Getting started 月曜日 Others Useful functions during still picture play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Editing still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Editing still pictures (JPEG) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Still pictures operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Copying still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 6 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 HDD and disc information This unit can record or copy to the following HDD or discs. Internal DVD-RAM BD-RE HDD +R BD-R DVD-R DVD-R DL DVD-RW +RW +R DL To record It can only record to HDD by pressing [¥ REC]. HDD Discs REC Can do Cannot do To timer record It can only record to HDD, BD-RE, BD-R, or DVD-RAM when using timer record.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 7 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Regarding DR (Direct Recording) mode This unit can record the digital broadcasting as broadcasted if the record mode is set to DR mode when recording or copying. The following can be recorded or copied in DR mode BD-RE HDD BD-R When recording a high definition programme Quality of the recording depends on the recording mode.
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２００８年５月１２日 Disc type DVD-RAM Standard symbol [RAM] Data that can be recorded and played Video Still picture 月曜日午前９時３７分 DVD-R DVD-R DL [-R] before finalisation [DVD-V] after finalisation [-R]DL] before finalisation [DVD-V] after finalisation DVD-RW [-RW‹V›] before finalisation [DVD-V] after finalisation Video Quality that can be recorded Standard definition (SD) quality Recording mode that can be recorded XP, SP, LP, EP, FR Rewritable ≤ Timer recording ≤ ≤ – – Copy-once recording (
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 10 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 HDD and disc information Play-only discs Disc type Logo BD-Video [DVD-V] DVD-Video [-RW‹VR›] DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format) [CD] CD Disc with high definition video (AVCHD) recorded by other devices Standard symbol [BD-V] – MP3, JPEG – [AVCHD] Uses High Definition (HD) movie and music discs ≥This unit can playback BONUSVIEW™ compatible discs.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 11 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 USB memory and card information Compatible USB memories USB memories which are defined as USB mass storage class: – USB memories that support USB 1.0/1.1 and USB 2.0 Full Speed/High Speed. ≥USB memories of up to 128 GB can be used. ≥USB memories that support bulk only transfer. CBI (Control/Bulk/Interrupt) is not supported. ≥Digital Cameras which require additional programme installation when connected to a PC are not supported.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 12 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Control reference guide Remote control Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control.  BD   TV   VOL CH DRIVE SELECT  AV PAGE   1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 DELETE INPUT 0 SELECT SKIP CH  TEXT  STTL   SLOW/SEARCH  STOP OK OPTION RETURN CREATE CHAPTER   TION MENU  EXIT GUIDE REC AUDIO   C FUN  PLAY/x1.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 13 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Main unit              Pull to flip down the front panel. 1Standby/on switch (Í/I) (➡ 18) 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. 2Disc tray (➡ 15) 3Connection for digital video (DV) camcorder (➡ 56) 4SD Card LED ≥It is possible to set the LED to turn on/off.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 14 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 HDD (Hard disk drive) handling care The HDD is a high precision recording instrument and because of its long recording capability and high speed operation it is a very special device that is easily susceptible to damage. As a basic rule, save important content to a disc as backup.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 15 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Media handling (Disc/USB memory/SD card) Inserting discs Disc and card care ∫ How to hold a disc or card 1 Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray. Insert label-up. DO 2 Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] to close the tray. Automatic drive select function [BD-V] [DVD-V] [CD] ≥If the unit is recording to the HDD or stopped, it automatically switches to the BD drive when a disc is inserted.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 16 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 STEP 1 Connection ≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. ≥Refer to “Additional connections” (➡ 94) for connection using other terminals and connection with other equipment. 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 it is turned off [approx.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 17 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 You can enjoy high-quality picture by changing the connection between this unit and your TV on page 16 as follows. Regarding VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM” function When connecting with a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or a receiver equipped with the “HDAVI Control” function, linked operations would be possible. [➡ 74, Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM”)] ≥Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilised.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 18 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 STEP 2 Channel reception settings and TV aspect settings 2 1 Turn on the television and select the appropriate AV input to suit the connections to this unit. 2 Press [Í BD] to turn the unit on. BD TV   VOL CH DRIVE SELECT AV PAGE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 DELETE INPUT 0 SELECT SKIP When the Download from TV screen appears (➡ 19) CH 3 TEXT STTL SLOW/SEARCH Press [3, 4] to select your region and press [OK].
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4 月曜日午前９時３７分 Press [3, 4] to select “On” or “Off” and press [OK]. ∫ Download from the TV If this unit is connected to a Panasonic TV (VIERA) supporting HDAVI Control 3 via an HDMI cable, then the setting information on the TV is acquired by this unit when the unit is turned on for the first time. Please proceed to the following steps. Quick Start Download from TV On Off When “On” is selected, power consumption during standby will increase, and “Power Save” option will be set to “Off”.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 20 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Watching digital broadcasts ∫ Select the programme to view using the TV Guide 1 Press [GUIDE].
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 21 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 To show Teletext Digital channel information While stopped Press [STATUS  When “TEXT” appears in digital channel information (➡ right) 1 Press [TEXT ]. Rating:PG <<01 02 03 04 05 06 07 Current page number >>  P100 TELETEXT INFORMATION Colour bar 2  1 TEN HD Corontation street 9:00 - 11:00 Sub page number Press [3, 4], the numbered buttons, or the colour buttons to select the page.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 22 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Playing BD-Video or DVD-Video/Playing recorded video contents Refer to “Advanced playback” (➡ 38) for detail information. Playing recorded video contents [HDD] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] You can quickly find the recorded titles and easily play them. You can also sort the titles or edit the Groups of titles.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 23 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Recording television programmes [HDD] Refer to “Important notes for recording” (➡ 28) and “Advanced recording” (➡ 30) for detail information. 5 Press [¥ REC] to start recording. BD TV  1 REC1  VOL CH DRIVE SELECT AV Recording will take place on open space on the HDD. Data will not be overwritten. ≥Recording mode cannot be changed while recording a programme.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 24 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Timer Recording (Using the TV Guide System) Refer to “Advanced timer recording” (➡ 34–37) for detail information. 1 BD BD Programme to HDD   VOL CH DRIVE SELECT SKIP News News News TEXT PAUSE 2 OK EXIT +24 Hr Prog. type Page Page CH Favourites Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the future programme and press [OK].
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 25 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] ≥Only 1 programme can be set to timer record on the disc. 1 Insert a disc. ∫When the screen with “Format Disc” is displayed You need to format the unrecorded disc such as new discs. e.g., ∫ To modify the timer recording on the TV Guide screen 1 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the programme in the TV Guide and press [OPTION].
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 26 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Deleting titles Using the DELETE Navigator to delete BD TV   DRIVE SELECT VOL CH DRIVE SELECT PAGE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 DELETE INPUT 0 SELECT DELETE  1 While stopped 2 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [3, 4] to select “Delete” and press [OK]. AV SKIP CH TEXT DELETE Navigator Grouped Titles Time Remaining 45:54 DR VIDEO PICTURE HDD STTL ,   STOP PAUSE Name Date Time 25.05 01.01 AV2 01.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 27 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 ∫ COPY Navigator/Copying list icons and functions (➡ 53) ∫ To check the properties of a title and sort COPY Navigator/Copying list (➡ 53) BD TV   VOL CH DRIVE SELECT AV ∫ Speed and recording mode when copying PAGE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 DELETE INPUT 0 SELECT SKIP CH TEXT STTL SLOW/SEARCH ,  PAUSE STOP PLAY/x1.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 28 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Important notes for recording Regarding Recording to the disc You cannot record by pressing [¥ REC]. ≥[BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] Timer recording is possible. Selecting Audio for Recording Broadcast in multi-channel sound (Digital broadcast only): You can select the audio language when receiving audio in multi channel broadcast [“I/II” appears at the bottom of digital channel information display (➡ 21)].
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When you want to copy titles in high speed mode from the HDD to discs. 月曜日午前９時３７分 [BD-RE] [BD-R] ≥Titles in DR mode can be copied at high speed. [RAM] ≥Titles in XP, SP, LP, EP, or FR mode can be copied at high speed. [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] ≥Titles in XP, SP, LP, EP, or FR mode can be copied at high speed using following method. Set “Rec for High Speed Copy” to “On” before recording to the HDD. (The default setting is “On”. ➡ 84) Record to the HDD High speed copy to DVD-R, etc.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 30 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Advanced recording Recording modes This also explains about while recording and while copying.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 31 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 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. If the remaining amount of time is insufficient, delete any unwanted titles to create enough space before you start recording. ≥Remaining time in the DR mode is calculated with a bit rate of 15 Mbps.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 32 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Advanced recording Flexible Recording Playing while you are recording (Recording that fits the remaining disc space) [HDD] Recorded title is recorded exactly to the size of the new disc (4.7 GB) by automatically selecting optimal quality from “XP”, “SP”, “LP”, or “EP”. Preparation ≥Select the channel or the external input to record. ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD drive. 1 While stopped Press [F Rec].
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 33 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Operation during Recording Press [STATUS ]. e.g., while 2 programmes simultaneous recording Recording programme displayed on the TV screen Recording programme not displayed on the TV screen HDD REC1 090 NINE HD 002 ABC TV REC2 Display the recording programme on the TV screen It is necessary to display the recording programme onto the TV screen to perform operations such as pause. ≥If the input was switched: Press [INPUT SELECT].
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 34 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Advanced timer recording Manually programming timer recordings [HDD] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] 1 4 Press [OK]. The timer programme is stored and the timer icon is displayed. ode Press [PROG/CHECK]. Timer icon Timer Recording Remain HDD 30:24 SP DVD 1:58 SP Service Name Date P SUN 01/01/08 13:12 Drive/Mode Space New Timer Programme S  P “F” lights on the unit’s display to indicate timer recording standby has been activated.
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月曜日午前９時３７分 To release the unit from recording standby Even when the unit is turned off, you can display the timer recording list by pressing [PROG/CHECK]. 1 2 Press [PROG/CHECK]. Press [3, 4] to select the programme and press the “Red” button. To cancel recording when recording has already begun Press [INPUT SELECT] or [W X CH] to display the programme that you want to stop recording on the TV screen while 2 programmes are simultaneously recording. 1 Press [∫]. e.g.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 36 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Advanced timer recording Check, change or delete a programme ≥Even when the unit is turned off, you can display the timer recording list by pressing [PROG/CHECK]. Press [PROG/CHECK].
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月曜日午前９時３７分 ∫ When the TV Guide displays the empty TV Guide list Operations in the TV Guide system Basic operations TV Guide ABC 1 SAT 13/01 Press [GUIDE] to switch between Landscape view and Portrait view. Landscape view SAT 13/01/08 19:45 All Types All DVB Services Landscape Emmerdale : In today’s show we will... Time: ABC 1 ABC 2 The “empty” field News TV Guide SAT 13/01 SAT 13/01/08 19:45 All Types All DVB Services Landscape Emmerdale : In today’s show we will...
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 38 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Advanced playback [Note] ≥When playing back a title recorded on the HDD, BD-RE or BD-R, ensure that you match the “TV System” setting to the recorded title (➡ 87). ≥A disc or title with different “TV System” (➡ 87) may not be able to playback while recording or on standby for the timer recording.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 39 ページ２００８年５月１２日 Skipping the specified time (Time Slip) 月曜日午前９時３７分 Except [BD-V] [DVD-V] [AVCHD] Play skips the specified time. ≥Each time you press [3, 4], the time increases [3] or decreases [4] by 1 minute intervals. (Press and hold for 10-minute intervals.) -5 min. Manual Skip This automatically disappears after approximately 5 seconds. To show the screen again press [TIME SLIP] again. Press [MANUAL SKIP].
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 40 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Selecting recorded programmes (titles) to play—Direct Navigator Direct Navigator screen icons [ Currently recording. Title protected. Title that was not recorded due to recording protection t Title cannot be played (When copying a title to the HDD, or when data is damaged etc.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 41 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 [AVCHD] It is possible to playback the high definition (AVCHD format) video recorded on the Panasonic digital high definition video camera on the disc or SD card. 1 2 Insert a disc or SD card. Press [3, 4] to select “Play AVCHD” and press [OK]. To exit the screen Press [EXIT]. To display the top menu Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 42 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Different kinds of playback for BD-Video [BD-V] Some discs permit a variety of interactive functions in addition to the ordinary playback operation. Showing Pop-up menu The Pop-up menu is a special feature available with some BD-Video discs. This menu may vary with discs. For the operating method, refer to the instructions for the disc. 1 During play Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 43 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Enjoying High Bit rate Audio and Video of BD-Video ∫ Differences in audio output by setting The output audio type can be changed depending on the menu settings. Set “Priority Setting” in accordance with your favourite audio with reference to the following table.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 44 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Editing titles [HDD] [BD-RE] [RAM] [BD-R] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] (You cannot edit finalised discs.) [+RW] Editing of the title can be performed with this unit. For example, an unrequired part of the title can be deleted. (➡ 45, Partial Delete) 1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. [HDD] [BD-RE] [RAM] When “VIDEO” is not selected, press the “Red” button to select “VIDEO”. 2 Press [3, 4] to select the title.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 45 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Title operations After performing steps 1–4 (➡ 44) Press [2, 1] to select “Delete” and press [OK]. [HDD] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] ≥Once deleted, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before proceeding. ≥The available recording space on BD-R, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, +R or +R DL does not increase when you delete titles.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 46 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Create/Playback/Edit of the Chapter [HDD] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] Create Chapter Mark Regarding Chapters During the playback or pause Programmes are recorded as a single title consisting of one chapter. Press [CREATE CHAPTER]. Title ≥Chapters are divided at the point pressed. Chapter Start End [HDD] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] You can divide a title into multiple chapters.
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月曜日午前９時３７分 Editing and playing chapters 1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. Chapter operations After performing steps 1–4 (➡ left) Create Chapter DIRECT NAVIGATOR Grouped Titles Time Remaining 45:54 DR VIDEO PICTURE MUSIC HDD Name Date 25.05 01.01 AV2 01.01 AV1 Time Name of title Titles DIRECT NAVIGATOR 2 1 1 12:36 Born And Bred: A Wrathful 1:35 1:13 Select the point where you want to start a new chapter while viewing the title.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 48 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Copying titles There are following copying methods. Copy Copy Title Playing Advanced Copy Copy AVCHD Easy copying from HDD to disc with no difficult settings. (➡ 27) Copy the playing title on the HDD to the disc. (➡ 51) Make a copying list and then copy. You can set the unit to copy titles in the way you want. (➡ 52) High definition video (AVCHD format) can be copied from disc, SD card, or USB.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 49 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 ∫ Copy speed High speed mode Normal speed mode Copy with shorter time than the recorded time of the title with same quality (recording mode). It will take same or longer time as the recorded time of the copying title. ≥If you select a recording mode with better picture quality than the original, the picture quality does not improve.
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月曜日午前９時３７分 Copy Title Playing Copy the playing title on the HDD to the disc. ≥It will start copying from the beginning of the title regardless of the playing position. [HDD] >[BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] 1 Playback the title to copy. When copying the title in DR mode with multiple audio and subtitles [BD-RE] [BD-R] ≥There is no need to select. Audio and subtitles can be copied as is.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 52 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Copying titles ≥When copying to a disc using high speed mode, only titles Copying using the copying list— Advanced Copy indicated with “ ” can be registered. ≥To show other pages Press [:, 9]. 4 Press [OK]. ≥To edit the copying list (➡ 53) You cannot start copying when the value of the “Size” (➡ 53) exceeds 100% (“Destination Capacity” is not sufficient). 5 Press [2] to confirm. [HDD] ,-.
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月曜日 COPY Navigator/Copying list icons and functions COPY Navigator/Copying list indicators Titles that can be copied in high speed mode to the inserted disc Title with “One time only recording” restriction (➡ 29, When recording the “One time only recording” broadcasts) 午前９時３７分 ∫ To check the properties of a title and sort COPY Navigator/Copying list 1 Press [3, 4] to select the title and press [OPTION].
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 54 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Copying titles Copying a finalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R and +R DL 4 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the title you want to start copying, and press [OK]. [DVD-V] > [HDD] You can copy the content of finalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, and +R DL to the HDD and re-edit. While playing a disc, the content being played is copied to the HDD according to the set time.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 55 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Recording broadcasts from external equipment [HDD] See also “Important notes for recording” (➡ 28). ≥Turn off the unit and external equipment before connecting. This unit S VIDEO VIDEO L/MONO - AUDIO- R AV3 IN Yellow White Red S Video cable§ Audio/Video cable External equipment Connect to Audio/Video output terminals. § The S VIDEO terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO terminal.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 56 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Copying from a video cassette recorder e.g., Connecting to the AV3 or DV input terminals on the front ≥Turn off the unit and other video equipment before connecting. This unit S VIDEO DV IN VIDEO L/MONO - AUDIO- R Manual recording [HDD] Preparation ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD drive.
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月曜日午前９時３７分 DV automatic recording (DV Auto Rec) [HDD] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] Recording via AV3 input Preparation 1 Turn off the main unit and DV equipment, then connect the equipment with the unit’s DV input terminal (➡ 56). 2 Turn on the main unit. ≥When the output signal from the external equipment is NTSC, change the “TV System” to “NTSC” in the Setup menu (➡ 87).
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 58 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Copy the HD Video (AVCHD format) or the SD Video (MPEG 2 format) It is possible to copy the HD video (AVCHD format) or the SD video (MPEG 2 format) recorded on the Panasonic digital video camera to the HDD or disc.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 59 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Copying SD Video (MPEG 2 format) [SD] > [HDD] [RAM] (All the recordings on the same date become a title.) ≥You cannot playback SD Video on an SD card with this unit. You must copy the files to the HDD or a DVD-RAM. ≥You cannot playback or record while copying SD Video. Camera’s HDD > [HDD] [RAM] (All the recordings on the same date become a title.) ≥You cannot playback SD Video in the camera’s HDD with this unit.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 60 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Playing still pictures [HDD] [BD-RE] [RAM] [CD] [USB] [SD] ≥You can play still pictures recorded with a computer onto a CD-R/ CD-RW and USB memory. ≥You cannot play still pictures while recording or copying. Preparation ≥Insert a disc, card, or USB memory. ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the drive. 1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. [HDD] [BD-RE] [RAM] When “PICTURE” is not selected, press the “Green” button to select “PICTURE”.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 61 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Start Slide Show Slide Show Setting You can display still pictures one by one at a constant interval. 1 [HDD] [BD-RE] [RAM] Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the album or date. 2 Press [OPTION]. ≥[HDD] [BD-RE] [RAM] Slide show will start by pressing [1] (PLAY). 3 Press [3, 4] to select “Start Slide Show” and press [OK].
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 62 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Editing still pictures Editing still pictures (JPEG) [HDD] [BD-RE] [RAM] [SD] ≥Editing can be done in units of pictures, albums, or dates. ≥You cannot edit still pictures recorded on CD-R/CD-RW and USB memory. Preparation ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the drive. ≥[BD-RE] [RAM] [SD] Release protection (➡ 11, 79, Setting the protection). 1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 63 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Still pictures operation After performing steps 1–3 (➡ 62) Copy to Album§ 1 Press [2, 1] to select “Start” and press [OK]. 2 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the destination album and press [OK]. [HDD] [BD-RE] [RAM] ≥The destination album with protect setting cannot be copied to. § Copy to New Album [HDD] [BD-RE] [RAM] Copy the selected album, date, or pictures to new album. 1 Press [2, 1] to select “Start” and press [OK]. 2 Press [OK].
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 64 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Copying still pictures [HDD] [BD-RE] [RAM] [USB] [SD] ≥Pictures copied from SD card and USB memory will be categorised according to the shooting date. Pictures without shooting date will be categorised using the creation date. ≥You cannot copy pictures recorded to CD-R/CD-RW. ≥If the space on the destination drive runs out or the number of files/ folders to be copied exceeds the maximum (➡ 113), copying will stop partway through.
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6 月曜日午前９時３７分 Register still pictures for copy. ≥If you are going to copy a registered list without making any changes to it (➡ step 7). ≥Pictures from different dates or albums will not be registered to same list. Advanced Copy Cancel All Destination Capacity: 4343MB Direction 1 Copy HDD BD / DVD 2 Copy Mode 3 Create List New Item No. RETURN OPTION ∫ To edit the copying list Select the item in step 6–3 (➡ left) 1 Press [OPTION]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select the operation and press [OK].
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 66 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Playing music Playing MP3 files Playing music CD [CD] [USB] You can play MP3 files recorded with a computer onto a CD-R/CDRW and USB memory. ≥You cannot play MP3 files on the USB memory while copying. 1 Insert a music CD. The unit starts accessing the Gracenote® Database (➡ 71) and searches for the title information. Insert a disc or USB memory.
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月曜日午前９時３７分 Playing music recorded on HDD 3 Copying music to HDD (➡ 71) DIRECT NAVIGATOR Preparation Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD drive. 1 Press [3, 4] to select the track and press [OK]. Music List 0.09 4.30 March Moon HDD Do this flower open? Playing track Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. No.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 68 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Playing music Useful functions during music play Operations during play Stop Press [∫]. Pause Press [;]. Press [;] again or [1] (PLAY) to restart play. Search Press [6] or [5]. Press [1] (PLAY) to restart play. Skip During play or while paused, press [:] or [9]. Skip to the track you want to play. ≥Each press increases the number of skips.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 69 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Editing music/playlist Editing music Album and track operation [HDD] 1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. Delete All Tracks ≥While displaying Music Menu screen When “MUSIC” is not selected, press the “Yellow” button to select “MUSIC”.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 70 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Editing music/playlist Register track to Playlist Editing Playlist [HDD] [HDD] You can register your favourite albums and tracks into 10 preset playlists. ≥Name of the playlist can be changed. ≥New playlist cannot be added. ≥Up to 999 tracks can be registered to each playlist. 1 Preparation Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD drive. 1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. When “MUSIC” is not selected, press the “Yellow” button to select “MUSIC”.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 71 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Copying music to HDD Music CD (CD-DA) When inserting music CDs, this unit makes access to the internal Gracenote® Database to obtain title information. The album name, track name and artist name are assigned automatically allowing you find the track easily when playing back. 1 While stopped Insert a CD or USB memory. [CD] (Music CD) The unit starts accessing the Gracenote® Database and searches for the title information.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 72 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Deleting still pictures and music using DELETE Navigator Once deleted, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before proceeding. Deleting still pictures Deleting music [HDD] [BD-RE] [RAM] [SD] [HDD] 1 While stopped 1 While stopped 2 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [3, 4] to select “Delete” and press [OK]. 2 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [3, 4] to select “Delete” and press [OK].
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 73 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Entering text [HDD] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a character and press [OK]. Repeat this step to enter other characters.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 74 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM”) You can enjoy linked operations with the TV and receiver by using “HDAVI Control”. What is VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”? VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this unit, and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or receiver under “HDAVI Control”. You can use this function by connecting the equipment with the HDMI cable.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 75 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 If you connect this unit to the TV that has “HDAVI Control 2” or “HDAVI Control 3” function with an HDMI cable, you can enjoy using more convenient functions. You can operate this unit using the following buttons on the TV remote control. [3, 4, 2, 1], [OK], [RETURN], [EXIT], [OPTION] and the coloured buttons. Use the remote control for this unit to operate any other buttons (numbered buttons, etc.) that are not listed above.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 76 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Convenient functions to playback and viewing or listening Audio attribute LPCM/ÎDigital/ÎDigital+/ ÎTrueHD/DTS/DTS-HD/MPEG: k (kHz): b (bit): ch (channel): Using on-screen menus Common procedures 1 Press [DISPLAY]. Disc Play Picture Sound Soundtrack 1 Digital 2/0 ch Subtitle Off Audio channel LR Menu Item Setting ≥Depending on the condition of the unit (playing, stopped, etc.
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月曜日午前９時３７分 Switch the aspect ratio of the screen Sound menu—Change the sound effect Sound Effects [HDD] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [BD-V] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] [CD] [AVCHD] ≥Re-master1 ≥Re-master2 (Discs record at 48 kHz or less) This feature gives you a more natural sound by adding higher frequency signals not recorded on the track. ≥V.Surround1 ≥V.Surround2 (2-channel or over only) Enjoy a surround-like effect if you are using two front speakers only. – Turn V.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 78 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 FUNCTION MENU window/Pause Live TV FUNCTION MENU window To pause the TV programme you are watching—Pause Live TV By using the FUNCTION MENU window you may access the main functions quickly and easily. 1 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Functions displayed depend on the selected drive or type of disc. Preparation ≥Turn on the television and select the appropriate AV input to suit the connections to this unit. ≥Turn on this unit.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 79 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Disc and card management [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] [SD] Preparation ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the BD or SD drive. Preparation ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the BD drive. 1 After performing steps 1–3 (➡ left) While stopped 2 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [3, 4] to select “To Others” and press [OK].
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 80 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Disc and card management Deleting all titles—Delete all titles Enabling the unit’s recording function—Format [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] Preparation ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the BD drive. ≥Release protection (➡ 79, Setting the protection). After performing steps 1–3 (➡ 79, Common procedures) 1 2 3 Press [3, 4] to select “Delete all titles” and press [OK]. Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [OK].
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月曜日午前９時３７分 Selecting the background style—Top Menu [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] You can select the background that will be displayed as the DVDVideo top menu after finalising or Create Top Menu ([+RW]). After finalising ≥[BD-R] [-R] [-R]DL] [+R] [+R]DL] The disc becomes play-only and you can no longer record or edit. ≥[-RW‹V›] You can record and edit the disc after formatting (➡ 80) although it becomes play-only after finalising.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 82 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Changing the unit’s settings You can change the unit’s settings using Setup menu. ≥The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. Common procedures 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 2 3 Press [3, 4] to select “To Others” and press [OK]. Press [3, 4] to select “Setup” and press [OK].
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月曜日午前９時３７分 ∫ DVB Manual Tuning ∫ New Service Message You can set channels manually that the DVB Auto-Setup could not complete successfully. When a new DVB channel is added, this unit will be informed automatically. Then the confirmation message appears. If you press [OK], Auto-Setup starts (all channel settings and all created categories are deleted. The timer recording programmes are also cancelled.). 1 Press [3, 4] to select “DVB Manual Tuning” and press [OK].
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 84 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Changing the unit’s settings HDD/Disc Settings for Recording (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.) Recording time in EP mode Settings for Playback Select the maximum number of hours for recording in EP mode (➡ 30, Recording modes and approximate recording times). ≥Press [OK] to show the following settings. Soundtrack for BD-Video/DVD-Video [English] [German] ≥Press [OK] to show the following settings.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 85 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日 Picture 午前９時３７分 Still Mode Select priority items for “Dolby D/Dolby D +/Dolby TrueHD”,“DTS/ DTS-HD”,“MPEG” and “BD-Video Secondary Audio”. ≥See “Enjoying High Bit rate Audio and Video of BD-Video”. (➡ 43) Select the type of picture shown when you pause play (➡ 114, Frames and fields). [Secondary Audio] “BD-Video Secondary Audio” is set to “On”, and “Dolby D/Dolby D +/Dolby TrueHD”,“DTS/DTS-HD”,“MPEG” are fixed to “PCM”.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 86 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Changing the unit’s settings Audio Mode for XP Recording Choose the audio type when recording or copying with XP mode. [Dolby Digital] (➡ 114) [LPCM] (➡ 114) ≥The picture quality of LPCM recordings may be lower than that of normal XP mode recordings. ≥The audio recording becomes Dolby Digital even if you selected LPCM when using a recording mode other than XP.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 87 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日 HDMI Connection Connection ≥Press [OK] to show the following settings. TV Aspect HDMI Video Mode Select “On” when video is output from HDMI AV OUT terminal. [On] [Off] Set to match the type of television connected. [16:9] When connected to a 16:9 widescreen television. [Pan & Scan] When connected to a 4:3 aspect television, side picture is trimmed for 16:9 picture. When connected to a 4:3 aspect television.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 88 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Changing the unit’s settings Speaker AV1 Output You can set the unit to output the best possible sound for your speakers. (Only when connected to amplifier with HDMI AV OUT terminal) Set according to the terminal of the connected TV. Select “Video” or “S Video” for component output (progressive output). If this unit is connected with an HDMI cable, you cannot select “RGB 1” or “RGB 2”. [Multi-Channel] When using 3 or more speakers.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 89 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日 Others Power Save Off Timer Select how long the unit remains on when it is not being used. [6 hours] [4 hours] [Off] Remote Control Change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote control (the two must match) if you place other Panasonic products close together. [BD 2] [BD 1] [BD 3] Use “BD 1”, the factory set code, under normal circumstances. 1 Press [3, 4] to select the code (“BD 1”, “BD 2” or “BD 3”) and press [OK].
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 90 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Changing the unit’s settings ∫ Setting the DNS-IP Network Settings These settings are used if you will connect this unit to a network. The connection to the Internet may take time or the internet may not be connected depending on the connection environment. It is recommended that you use a broadband connection. Preparation Connect to the network.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 91 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 In most cases, default settings can normally be used without making any changes. Please use this setting when instructed to by your Internet provider. ≥Set the proxy server only after the connection test is completed properly. 1 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select “To Others” and press [OK]. 3 Press [3, 4] to select “Setup” and press [OK]. 4 Press [3, 4] to select “Network Settings” and press [OK].
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 92 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Other Settings 2 Television operation Test by turning on the television and changing channels. You can configure the remote control TV operation buttons to turn the television on/off, change the television input mode, select the television channel and change the television volume. ≥Repeat the procedure until you find the code that allows correct operation.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 93 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Software Update ≥From broadcasts ≥From Internet [network connection and setting is required. (➡ 98)] Update of the software is done when it is in standby mode. Once the new software is found, it will start the download of the software, and then the upload. Download of the software will start automatically when the power of this unit is turned off or when it is 3 a.m. ≥The time it takes to update depends on the connection.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 94 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Additional connections § Leave “Yellow” unconnected. Connecting a television with S VIDEO terminals The S VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal. (Actual results depend on the television.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 95 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 When connected to an HDMI compatible unit, an uncompressed digital audio and video signal is transmitted. You can enjoy high quality, digital video and audio with just one cord. When connecting to an HDMI-compatible HDTV (High Definition Television), the output can be switched to 1080p, 1080i or 720p HD video.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 96 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Additional connections Connecting an Analogue television and VCR Television’s rear panel To household mains socket (AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz) To the aerial AUDIO IN VIDEO IN R L VHF/UHF RF IN Red White Yellow 6 AC mains lead (included) Connect only after all other connections are complete.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 97 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Connecting a Digital television and VCR Aerial cable To household mains socket (AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz) Television’s rear panel Splitter AUDIO IN VIDEO IN R L VHF/UHF RF IN 3 Red White Yellow Aerial cable 6 Other connections (➡ 17, 94) AC mains lead (included) Connect only after all other connections are complete.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 98 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Additional connections Network connection Following function will be available when this unit is connected to the network. ≥This document is assuming that you already have a broadband connection. ≥This connection is not necessary if following functions are not to be used. Automatically acquire the title of the CD Automatically acquire the title of the CD or the information about the artist.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 100 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Frequently asked questions Refer to the following items if you have any doubts about unit operations. Set up Page Which aerial is suitable for receiving digital terrestrial broadcasts? ≥You can use your current aerial. However, depending on the area where you live, a new aerial may be necessary. Consult your local TV aerial installer.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 101 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Page Is it possible to programme a recording, with a start and end time that are different from the TV Guide system? ≥You can manually change the start and end time of programmes in the Timer Recording menu. 34 Can I receive TV Guide system data via a connected satellite receiver or a Set Top Box? ≥No, only via the built-in tuner.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 102 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Messages On the television Page Cannot finish recording completely. ≥The programme was copy-protected. ≥The HDD or disc may be full. ≥The maximum number of programme has been exceeded. — — 31 Cannot playback. TV system is different from the setting. To playback, please change the TV System in Setup. ≥You tried to play a title recorded using a different encoding system from that of the TV system currently selected on the unit.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 103 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 On the unit’s display The following messages or service numbers appear on the unit’s display when something unusual is detected during startup and use. BD  (“∑” stands for a number.) ≥The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Change the code on the remote control. FINISH ≥The software update is complete.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 104 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions. Updating to the latest software may solve the problem. (➡ 93) The following do not indicate a problem with this unit: ≥Regular disc rotating sounds. ≥Poor reception due to atmospheric conditions.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 105 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Page ≥This can occur because the signals are being divided between the unit and other equipment. It can be solved by using a signal booster, available from audio-visual suppliers. If it is not solved by using a signal booster, consult the dealer. The digital channel information or ≥Select the length of time (3–10 sec.) that the “On-Screen Messages” in the Setup menu will be control panel does not appear. displayed.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 106 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Troubleshooting guide Sound No sound. Low volume. Distorted sound. Cannot hear the desired audio type. Cannot switch audio. Page ≥Check the connections and the “Digital Audio Output” settings. Check the input mode on the amplifier if you have connected one. ≥Press [AUDIO] to select the audio. ≥Turn the “Sound Effects” in the Sound menu to “Off” in the following cases.
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月曜日午前９時３７分 Recording, timer recording and copying Cannot record. Cannot copy. Cannot record from external equipment. ≥You can not record to the disc by pressing the [¥ REC]. ≥BD-RE with a cartridge cannot be recorded or copied. ≥You haven’t inserted a disc or the disc you inserted cannot be recorded on. Insert a disc the unit can record onto. ≥The disc is unformatted. Format the disc. [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] ≥The disc is protected with DVD Management or BD Management.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 108 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Troubleshooting guide Play Play fails to start even when [1] (PLAY) is pressed. Play starts but then stops immediately. Audio and video momentarily pause. BD-Video or DVD-Video is not played. Alternative soundtrack and subtitles cannot be selected. No subtitles. Angle cannot be changed. You have forgotten your ratings password. You want to cancel the ratings level. Image for the Quick View is not smooth.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 109 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Page Cannot display Direct Navigator screen. ≥This screen cannot be displayed during recording or copy. — Cannot edit or format a card. ≥Release the card’s protection setting. 11 The contents of the card cannot be read. ≥Remove the card from the slot and then insert again. If this does not solve the problem, turn off and turn on the unit again. ≥The card format is not compatible with the unit. (The contents on the card may be damaged.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 110 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Troubleshooting guide TV Guide The TV Guide System does not receive any data. “No Data” is displayed for some or all stations. The TV Guide information is not displayed properly. The TV Guide data transfer was interrupted. The TV Guide data is not updated. Digital broadcast Digital broadcasts cannot be received. After Auto-Setup only some or no DVB channels are found. Picture regularly breaks up on some channels.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 111 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 VIERA Link doesn’t work. Page ≥Check the HDMI cable connection. Check that “HDMI” is displayed on the front display when the power for the main unit is set to On. ≥Make sure that “VIERA Link” is set to “On”. ≥Check the “HDAVI Control” settings on the connected device. ≥Some functions may not work if depending on the version of “HDAVI Control” of the connected equipment. This unit supports “HDAVI Control 3” functions.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 112 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Specifications Recording system BD-RE: Blu-ray Disc Rewritable Format BD-R: Blu-ray Disc Recordable Format DVD-RAM: DVD Video Recording format DVD-R: DVD-Video format DVD-R DL (Dual Layer): DVD-Video format DVD-RW: DVD-Video format +R +R DL (Double Layer) +RW Recordable discs BD-RE: 1-2X SPEED (Ver. 2.1) BD-RE DL: 1-2X SPEED (Ver. 2.1) BD-R: 1-2X SPEED (Ver. 1.1), 1-4X SPEED (Ver. 1.2), 1-2X SPEED LTH type (Ver. 1.2) BD-R DL: 1-2X SPEED (Ver.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 114 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Glossary AVCHD AVCHD is a new format (standard) for high definition video cameras that can be used to record and play high-resolution HD images. BD-J Some BD-Video discs contain Java applications, and these applications are called BD-J. You can enjoy various interactive features in addition to playing normal video. Bitstream This is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 channel) before it is decoded into its various channels.
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月曜日 Progressive/Interlace Interlace is a conventional image signal that displays the image in 2 phases by splitting the display into odd and even scans. Progressive will display whole image in 1 scan. Therefore, it will give high definition image without flickering compared with interlace. Protection You can prevent accidental deletion by setting writing protection or deletion protection.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 116 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Safety precautions Placement Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby shortening the unit’s service life. Do not place heavy items on the unit. Voltage Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload the unit and cause a fire. Do not use a DC power source.
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月曜日 Gracenote® Corporate Description Music recognition technology and related data are provided by Gracenote®. Gracenote is the industry standard in music recognition technology and related content delivery. For more information visit www.gracenote.com. Gracenote® Proprietary Legends CD and music-related data from Gracenote, Inc., copyright © 2000–2008 Gracenote. Gracenote Software, copyright © 2000– 2008 Gracenote. This product and service may practice one or more of the following U.S.
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 118 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日午前９時３７分 Index Adjust the audio quality (Sound menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Adjust the picture quality (Picture menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Advanced Copy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Album (Music) Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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月曜日午前９時３７分 Properties Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Still picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Protection Album (Still picture) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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DMRBW500GN-RQT9131-L_eng.book 120 ページ２００８年５月１２日月曜日 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web Site: http://panasonic.