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Thank you for purchasing this product.

Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.

Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.

HDD Recorder

Model No. DMR-HWT250

DMR-HWT150

Software (Firmware) Update

To support the latest features, it’s very important you install the latest updates to

maintain proper operation of your unit.

For details, refer to “Software (Firmware) Update” (> 66) or

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until

2015/09/26

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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 1 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Operating Instructions HDD Recorder Model No. DMR-HWT250 DMR-HWT150 Thank you for purchasing this product. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Software (Firmware) Update To support the latest features, it’s very important you install the latest updates to maintain proper operation of your unit. For details, refer to “Software (Firmware) Update” (> 66) or http://panasonic.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 2 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 CAUTION Unit Safety precautions WARNING Unit • 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.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 3 ページ２０１５年９月１４日 Caution for AC Mains Lead (For the AC mains plug of three pins) For your safety, please read the following text carefully. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 4 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Table of contents Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Caution for AC Mains Lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Supplied accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Getting started HDD and media information . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Unit care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 6 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Getting started Getting started HDD and media information For more details, refer also to the specifications.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 7 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Getting started Information about contents ∫ Broadcast Recordings Numbers of titles that can be recorded: Maximum titles 3000 Media HDD ∫ Photo files Compatible pixels: Between 34k34 and 8192k8192 pixels Sub sampling: 4:2:2, 4:2:0 (Motion JPEG is not supported.) Maximum numbers of contents: • Maximum numbers of titles are including recordings of HD CAMCORDER. ∫ HD CAMCORDER Recordings MPEG-4 AVC/H.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 8 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Getting started HDD and media information Recording mode Recording Mode Feature Multiple audio DR §2 §3 XP/SP/LP/EP Recording can be done with reduced recording volume in Standard definition (SD) quality.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 9 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Getting started Unit care HDD/USB HDD handling care When moving the unit • 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.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 10 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Getting started Control reference guide Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. Remote control   TV    DRIVE INPUT SELECT AV VOL CH  PAGE 2abc 3def 1  4ghi 5jkl 6mno CH 7pqrs 8 tuv 9wxyz  0  SLOW/SEARCH SKIP STOP   STATUS PLAY/x1.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 11 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Getting started Main unit   INFO  REC • 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.   USB memory 1 Remote control signal sensor • Angle: Approx. 20° up and down, 30° left and right • Distance: Within approx.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 12 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Getting started Connection 3D programmes or 4K images can be played back when this unit is connected to 3D or 4K compatible terminal of a 3D or 4K compatible TV. • Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. • If you use an optional HDMI cable, use the High Speed HDMI cables. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized. It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 13 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Getting started Amplifier/receiver connections Network connection When this unit is connected to the network, you can enjoy network functions (DLNA function, Network Service, TV Anywhere, etc.). HDMI terminal For details about connection method, refer to the instructions supplied with the connected equipment. After you make the LAN cable/Wireless LAN connection, the network setting is needed.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 14 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Getting started Settings TV operation buttons Easy Setting The TV can be operated from the TV operation buttons of the remote control. 1 • Perform the setting if you cannot operate the TV with the TV operation buttons. While pressing [TV Í], enter the code with the number buttons. 2 Manufacturer and Code No.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 15 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Getting started 5 Set the Owner ID-Data Entry (“NAME”, “HOUSE NO” and “POSTCODE”). e.g., To stop partway Press [BACK/RETURN ]. To restart setup (> 57, Auto Setup) Owner ID-Data Entry PIN 0000 NAME HOUSE NO POSTCODE Select Change PIN RETURN 1 Select the item, then press [OK]. 2 Select the character, then press [OK]. Repeat this step. 3 Press [BACK/RETURN ]. 4 Repeat steps 1-3 to enter all data.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 16 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Getting started Settings Easy Network Setting After completing “Easy Setting”, you can continue with “Easy Network Setting”. Select “Wired” or “Wireless”, then press [OK]. Easy Network Setting Settings and tests for connection required for home network and the Internet will be conducted. First, please select a connection mode. Current setting Search for wireless network: The available wireless networks will be displayed.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 17 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Getting started To restart Easy Network Setting 1 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. (> 18) 2 Select “Basic Settings” in “Setup”, then press [OK]. 3 Select “Easy Network Setting” in “Network”, 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]. (> 18) 2 Select “Basic Settings” in “Setup”, then press [OK].
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 18 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Getting started FUNCTION MENU screen You can easily access the desired functions, such as playback, timer recording, the unit’s settings etc. via the FUNCTION MENU. • Freeview Play Catch Up (> 23) 1 • TV Guide (> 22) Press [FUNCTION MENU].
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 19 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts Press [CH W X] to select the channel. • You can also select the channel by the following operations. - Using number buttons - Using “TV Guide” (> 22) - Using channel information (> below) To switch to the channel you have previously watched To show detailed information Press [STATUS ] again. To hide the information screen Press [EXIT ]. To change Category Press the blue button.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 20 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts To use data service (Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV) To use Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application, perform network connection and settings. (> 13, 16) • Set “HbbTV Setting” to “On”. (> 58) • 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.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 21 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 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). 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 6] to rewind.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 22 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Watching broadcasts Freeview Play When this unit is connected to a network, it enables you to scroll back through the TV Guide for programmes from the last seven days on catch up (7 days back function), or display the list of services provided by broadcasters, such as BBC, ITV, and Channel 4 (Freeview Play Catch Up function). TV Guide 1 2 Freeview Play will launch in October 2015.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 23 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Watching broadcasts 7 days back function 1 2 3 Freeview Play Catch Up While watching a programme Press [OK] to display the Freeview Play Side Bar. 1 While watching a programme Press [OK] to display the Freeview Play Side Bar. 2 Select the “Catch Up”, then press [OK]. • You can directly access Freeview Play Select the “TV Guide”, then press [OK]. • You can directly access the TV Guide by pressing [GUIDE]. Catch Up by pressing [ ]. e.g.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 24 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Recording Recording Recording TV programmes The titles can only be recorded to built-in HDD and cannot be copied from built-in HDD to the media other than USB HDD. • This unit can record two programmes being broadcasted at the same time. 1 2 Select the channel to record. Press [REC MODE] and select the conversion mode, then press [OK].
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 25 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Recording Operation during Recording To check the recording programme Press [STATUS HDD 5 While recording, perform steps 1–4 on page 24. ]. e.g., While recording two programmes simultaneously REC1/OTR AUTO To record two programmes simultaneously Recording programme displayed on the TV REC2 • Channel can only be switched between the recording programmes.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 26 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Recording Timer recording To use TV Guide (> 22) • You can enter up to 32 programmes within a month in advance. (Each daily or weekly programme is counted as one programme.) • This unit can record two programmes being broadcasted at the same time. Preparation If you want to change the recording mode: Press [REC MODE] and select the recording mode, then press [OK]. 1 2 Press [GUIDE]. TV Guide screen appears.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 27 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Recording If “Overlapped Timer Recording” screen appears Overlapped Timer Recording Timer programme overlaps with others. Some part or all of programmes may not be recorded completely. Keep Change OK RETURN You can eliminate the overlapping or may change with repeat event for the duplicated programme. 1 Select “Change”, then press [OK]. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 28 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Recording Timer recording Recording recommended programme You can record a programme that the broadcaster recommends. 1 On the TV Guide screen: Select “Recommended”, then press [OK]. Manually programming timer recording 1 Press [PROG/CHECK]. Timer Recording HDD 30:30 DR TUE 06/01/2015 8:05 Channel Name Schedule New Timer Programme Mode Space Recommendation List SAT 14/03 19:45 - 20:00 2 Select the programme, then press [OK].
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 29 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Recording Timer recording options Select the items and change the settings. e.g., Timer Recording Channel Day/Date 1 WED 07/01 HDD 30:24 DR Start 8:00 Stop 9:00 TUE 06/01/2015 8:05 Mode DR Conv. Subtitles OFF OFF Timer recording from channel information You can make timer recording of the current or next programme. 1 Title Name While watching a programme Press [STATUS ]. e.g.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 30 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Recording Timer recording To confirm and edit a timer programme 1 • “No Data” is displayed on a series recording item if there will be no episode of the series for the next 8 days. We recommend you delete the “No Data” item after you confirm the last episode of the series is recorded. Press [PROG/CHECK]. e.g.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 31 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Playing back video Playing back video Playing titles on the HDD § § 1 2 “For recorded titles (> 8)” only Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Select “Contents on HDD”, then press [OK]. e.g., 1 Tab (> 32) 2 Programme type 3 AVCHD tab • [USB_HDD] When connecting registered USB HDD, “USB HDD” tab and registration number appears.Select “USB HDD” tab. e.g., Video Menu USB HDD USB HDD Contents on HDD Recorded programmes can be played.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 32 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Playing back video Playing titles on the HDD Tab Playback from Chapter View You can quickly find the recorded titles by selecting the tab. 1 Select the title, then press [OPTION]. 2 Select “Chapter View”, then press [OK]. To select the tab Press [2, 1]. e.g., [HDD] Play Press OK to start playing from the selected chapter. Selected chapter can be edited via OPTION. Press RETURN to go back to previous menu.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 33 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Playing back video Playing titles on the media § § 1 “For data files (> 8)” only Insert the media. 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] USB Device • AVCHD: If the menu screen is not displayed Press [PLAY/a1.3 1].
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 34 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Playing back video Operation during play Search Press [SLOW/SEARCH 6] or [SLOW/SEARCH 5]. • Press [PLAY/a1.3 1] to restart play. General operations Status messages Press [STATUS • The speed increases up to 5 steps. • Xvid, MKV, MP4 and MPEG2: Audio is not heard during all levels search. ] twice. e.g., 8:05:50 06/01/2015 Remain HDD 0:05.14 DR Pause 0:30.00 Press [PAUSE ;]. • Press [PLAY/a1.3 1] to restart play.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 35 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Playing back video Skipping the specified time 1 Press [TIME SLIP]. 2 Select the time with [3, 4]. • Press and hold [3, 4] to change the time by 10-minute. 3 Press [OK]. • Play skips the specified time. • Xvid, MKV, AVCHD, MP4 and MPEG2: [TIME SLIP] is not effective. Skipping the title or chapter Press [SKIP :] or [SKIP 9]. Changing audio Select the desired audio with “Multi Audio” in the Basic Operation menu (> 55).
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 36 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Playing back video Operation during play 3D video playback Preparation Connect 3D compatible TV to this unit. (> 12) • Perform the necessary preparations for the TV. Play back following the instructions displayed on the screen. 3D Picture Mode - Normal - Soft • This function cannot be enabled when “Signal Format” is set to “2D to 3D”.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 37 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Editing video Editing video Deleting/Editing titles Once deleted, divided or partially deleted, content cannot be restored to its original state. Make certain before proceeding. Editing recorded titles 1 § 2 3 “For recorded titles (> 8)” only § On the Video Menu screen:Select the title. • Multiple selection (> left) Press [OPTION]. Select the item, then press [OK]. e.g., • PIN is required to edit the titles with in some functions.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 38 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Editing video Deleting/Editing titles Dividing title 2 Set the conversion options, then press [OK]. 1 Select “Divide Title” in “Edit”, then press [OK]. 2 Press [OK] at the point to divide the title. • You can find the desired point by using play, search, etc. (> 34) 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].
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 39 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Editing video To confirm whether the conversion is completed Press [VIDEO MENU]. To delete the chapter: 1 Select the chapter, then press [DELETE]. • Multiple selection (> 37) 2 Select “Delete”, then press [OK]. e.g., Channel Date Title Name 04/10 04/10 29/10 29/10 Start Time 9:00 Rec time Prog.Type: Movie Titles To combine chapters (Delete chapter mark): 1 Select the chapter, then press [OPTION]. 2 Select “Combine Chapters”, then press [OK].
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 40 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Copying video Copying video Copying titles To change the selection §1, 2, 3 §1 §2 §3 “For recorded titles (> 8)” only The title in the source media will be deleted. The recording mode cannot be changed. 1 Select “No”, then press [OK] in step 6 (> left). 2 Select the title, then press the yellow button. Repeat this step to select titles. 3 Press the blue button. 4 Go to step 6 (> left). 1 Connect the USB HDD.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 41 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Photo and Music Photo and Music Playing photos § § 1 “For data files (> 8)” only (JPEG, MPO) 3 e.g., [HDD] Tab Photo Menu HDD All [HDD] 1 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 2 Select “Photo” in “Contents on HDD”, then press [OK]. Except [HDD] 1 Insert or connect the media. The menu screen appears. (> 33) 2 Select “View Photos”, then press [OK].
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 42 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Photo and Music Playing photos Photo play option 1 2 While displaying a photo: Press [OPTION]. Slideshow settings 1 Select the item, then press [OK]. On the Photo Menu screen: Press the green button. Slideshow Start Slideshow Graphic Display Level You can change the 3D position of the screen display, etc., during the 3D photo playback.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 43 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Photo and Music Editing photos 3 1 On the Photo Menu screen: To edit the folder: Select the folder. Enter Folder Name Refer to “Entering text”. (> 67) Combine Folders To edit the photo: 1 Select the folder, then press [OK]. Delete Folder 2 Select the photo to edit. Move Photos Select “Move to new folder” or “Move to another folder”, then press [OK]. • If “Move to another folder” is selected, set a destination folder.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 44 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Photo and Music Copying photos Copying automatically § § “For data files (> 8)” only (JPEG, MPO) • The name of the copied photos will be changed. Selecting and copying the photos [USB_HDD] [USB] 1 > [HDD] [USB_HDD] [USB] Newly added photos will automatically be copied to the HDD. 1 2 Insert the media. The menu screen appears. (> 33) Select “Copy New Photos”, then press [OK]. e.g.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 45 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Photo and Music Playing music § § Operations during music play “For data files (> 8)” only Stop Playing music file on the media [USB_HDD] [USB] 1 2 Press [STOP ∫]. Pause Insert or connect the media. The menu screen appears. (> 33) Press [PAUSE ;]. • Press [PLAY/a1.3 1] to restart play. Select “Play / Copy Music”, then press [OK]. The music list screen appears. Search e.g., USB Music \ Music \ Parent Folder Press [SLOW/SEARCH 6] or
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 46 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Photo and Music Copying/Deleting music § § Deleting [HDD] “For data files (> 8)” only 1 Copying [USB_HDD] [USB] > [HDD] 1 2 3 On the music list screen: Select the file or folder. e.g., USB Music Folder 02 music01.mp3 music02.mp3 music03.mp3 music04.mp3 2 3 Page Up Page 0001/0003 Page Down Select Copy Press the blue button. Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. To stop copying Press and hold [BACK/RETURN 3 seconds.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 47 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Network Network Smart Home Networking (DLNA) Smart Home Networking (DLNA) allows you to watch the contents and broadcasts 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.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 48 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Network Smart Home Networking (DLNA) Using this unit as Client You can share videos, photos and music stored in the DLNA Certified media server. This unit (Client) 1 2 3 4 48 DLNA compatible equipment (Server) Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Select “DLNA Client” in “Home Network”, then press [OK]. A list of equipment connected via the network is displayed. • This list can be updated by pressing the red button. Select the equipment, then press [OK].
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 49 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Network Using this unit as Media Renderer Playable contents When this unit works as a DLNA client, following contents are playable. Video Video codec Container Audio codec Example of file extension MPEG2 Dolby® Digital .mpg .mpeg Linear PCM Recorded programmes (DR/HG/HX/ HE/HL/HM)§1 MPEG2 H.264 .m2ts MPEG .ts HE-AAC Dolby® Digital AVCHD§1 H.264 Dolby® Digital .mts MP4 H.264 AAC MPEG2 MPEG2 Dolby® Digital .mpg .
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 50 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Network Smart Home Networking (DLNA) Using Smart Home Networking (DLNA) with Wi-Fi Direct® Wi-Fi Direct is a standard that enables wireless LAN devices to communicate each other directly without a wireless broadband router. This unit can be connected wirelessly and directly to other DLNA compatible equipment on a temporary basis, regardless of the network connection and settings of this unit.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 51 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Network TV Anywhere Enjoying Network Service You can use the following functions, etc. anywhere using a smartphone, tablet or PC. - Setting a recording - Watching TV with this unit’s tuner§ - Playing back titles recorded on this unit§ § Not available for PCs. (You must register to a service to use these functions.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 52 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 With Other Equipment With Other Equipment Copying the HD Video (AVCHD) § To stop copying video camera, etc. § e.g., Connecting to the Panasonic video camera USB connection cable (optional) Connect the video camera or insert the media. • Make the video camera ready for data transfer. The menu screen appears. (> 33) 2 3 4 5 6 52 ] for “For data files (> 8)” only This unit cannot copy the titles in the HDD to the media.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 53 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 With Other Equipment Registering the external HDD (USB HDD) § § Disconnecting the USB HDD “For recorded titles (> 8)” only If you intend to move recorded titles to a USB HDD, the USB HDD must be registered to this unit first. Limitation information • A USB HDD with a capacity of less than 160 GB cannot be used. • Registering of a USB HDD will format the USB HDD and all the content already recorded will be deleted.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 54 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Convenient functions Convenient functions VIERA Link functions What is VIERA Link? VIERA Link 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.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 55 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Convenient functions Playback menu A variety of playback operations and settings can be performed from this menu. Available options differ depending on the playing contents and the condition of the unit. 1 2 Press [OPTION]. Select “Playback Settings” in “Playback Menu” or select “Playback Settings”, then press [OK]. e.g.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 56 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Convenient functions Playback menu Picture Settings Picture Type Select the picture type. Sharpness Adjustment Sound Settings Sound Effects • This function is effective when “Digital Audio Output” is set to “PCM”. (> 60) Noise Reduction Night Surround Luminance/Colour Adjustment Enjoy a movie with powerful sound even when the volume is kept low at night. Bandwidth Limitation Adjusts the bandwidth limitations.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 57 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Convenient functions Basic Settings You can change the unit’s settings of Digital TV Tuning, Sound, Display, Connection, Network etc. in the menu. 1 2 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Select “Basic Settings” in “Setup”, then press [OK]. Basic Settings Tuning HDD / USB HDD Picture Sound Display Connection Network Others • To delete channels: Select the channel in the “Favourites” column, then press [OK]. • Yellow: Delete all channels.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 58 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Convenient functions Basic Settings Channel Sorting by Region If you want to sort the channel list best suited to your region, follow the on-screen instructions to select the region you live in. Normally, you should select “Best signal quality (All Regions)”. Manual Tuning You can add new channels manually. 1 Press [3, 4] to select the frequency. • Adjust the frequency by checking the signal strength and signal quality displays.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 59 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Convenient functions HDD / USB HDD Child Lock for Playback You can restrict playback of the following titles: - Titles that are recorded with guidance information - Titles restricted by Child Lock List (> 58) (Titles with icon in Video Menu, etc.) • PIN is required to change. (> 19) Settings for Recording REWIND LIVE TV Turn on/off the REWIND LIVE TV function. • When “Automatic Standby” is set to “Off” (> 64), “On” cannot be selected.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 60 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Convenient functions Basic Settings Picture Digital Audio Output Still Mode [HWT250] PCM Down Conversion Select the type of picture shown when you pause play. • Field: Select if jittering occurs when “Automatic” is selected. (The picture is coarser.) • Frame: Select if small text or fine patterns cannot be seen clearly when “Automatic” is selected. (The picture is clearer and finer.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 61 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Convenient functions Display On-Screen Information Select the time until the channel information screen (> 19) disappears automatically. Screen Saver This is to prevent image retention on the screen. Connection 3D Settings 3D Type 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.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 62 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Convenient functions Basic Settings Network Proxy Server Settings Press [OK] to start Easy Network Setting. (> 16) Check and set the connection to the Proxy server. • Press [OK] to show the respective setting. Network Settings Network Service Settings Easy Network Setting LAN Connection Mode Second Screen Browsing Select the LAN connection method. • When not using wireless LAN (when turning it off), select “Wired”.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 63 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Convenient functions TV Anywhere Settings Setting device name You must register to a service to use this function. (> 51) 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]. • Create name Enter the name. Refer to “Entering text”. (> 67) TV Anywhere When you control this unit from a smartphone or a tablet away from home, set this function to “On”.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 64 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Convenient functions Basic Settings Others Standby Settings Quick Start • On: It is possible to start quickly from standby mode. • Off: Power consumption in standby mode is minimised. (> 73) However, startup time from standby mode will be longer. • Timer Setting for Quick Start: “Quick Start” is activated when the set time comes.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 65 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Convenient functions Remote Control System Update Change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote control if you place other Panasonic products close together. • Use “Set Code 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 seconds. 3 Press and hold [OK] for more than 5 seconds. 4 Press [OK].
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 66 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Convenient functions 4K Networking You can save 4K videos/photos recorded with digital cameras and other 4K-compatible devices to the HDD of this unit and play them back. 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.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 67 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Convenient functions Other operations HOLD function To end partway The HOLD function deactivates all buttons on the unit and remote control. Press and hold [OK] and [BACK/RETURN ] simultaneously for at least 5 seconds until the "REC", "INFO1" and "INFO2" indicators on this unit all flash for 5 seconds.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 68 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 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. (> 66) The followings do not indicate a problem with this unit: • HDD rotating sounds. • Poor reception due to atmospheric conditions.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 69 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Troubleshooting The images do not appear on the TV. The picture is distorted during play, or video is not played correctly. • Check the connections. (> 12) • Check the settings of the connected TV, etc. • An incorrect resolution is selected in “HDMI Video Format”. (> 61) 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.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 70 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide The timer recording programmed via Network Service does not work properly. • Timer recording programmed via Network Service will be recorded with the same conditions as those of manual timer recording, and some functions such as “Guide Link” (> 27) does not work. Auto Renewal Recording does not work properly.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 71 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Troubleshooting Network You cannot access this unit from DLNA compatible equipment on the network. • Check the network connection and the network settings. (> 13, 16) • It may not be possible to connect depending on the types of the equipment or the status of the equipment. When using this unit as a server, video frames are dropped.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 72 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide LED indicators on the front panel The front panel indicators of this unit light up or flash in order to show the unit’s condition. Refer to the table below to identify the condition. INFO REC  INFO REC LED indicators Check the following When this unit is in standby mode "INFO2", (Í/I) light up. A software (firmware) update is in progress.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 73 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Reference Reference Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. Recording modes and approximate recording times ∫ General Dimensions: Depending on the content being recorded, the recording time may become shorter than indicated. ∫ DR mode 300 mm (W) 52 mm (H) (including the projecting parts) 190 mm (D) Mass: [HWT250] Approx. 1.6 kg [HWT150] Approx. 1.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 75 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Reference 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&TTE products from our DoC server: http://www.doc.panasonic.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 76 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Reference Licenses “AVCHD”, “AVCHD 3D”, “AVCHD Progressive” and “AVCHD 3D/Progressive” are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. DLNA, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance. DVB and the DVB logos are trademarks of the DVB Project. MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 77 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Reference This product incorporates the following software: (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 licensed under the GNU General Public License, Version 2.0 (GPL V2.0), (4) the software licensed under the GNU LESSER General Public License, Version 2.1 (LGPL V2.
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 78 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Reference Index A F Aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61, 67 Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 35, 74 Audio Description (AD) . . . . . . . . . . . 20, 35, 58 Auto Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 57 AVCHD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31, 33, 52 Favourites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Format HDD . . . . . . . . . . . .
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 79 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Reference P T PAUSE LIVE TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Photo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 PIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 65 Playback menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Protection Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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DMR-HWT250_150EB_eng.book 80 ページ２０１５年９月１４日月曜日午後１時５０分 Sales and Support Information Customer Communications Centre • For customers within the UK: 0344 844 3899 • For customers within Ireland: 01 289 8333 • Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (Excluding public holidays). • For further support on your product, please visit our website: www.panasonic.co.