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Operating Instructions
Blu-ray Disc Recorder
Model No. DMR-BW850
DMR-BW750
The illustrations in these Operating Instructions show the image of DMR-BW850.
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.
Trademark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996)
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Characteristics of this unit Record with High Definition Record to Blu-ray Disc It is possible to record in high definition quality It can record in high definition quality in when the broadcast is high definition. addition to large volume recording. 7 6 Blu-ray Disc 2 programmes Simultaneous Recording 7-Day EPG It is possible to record 2 programmes being Timer recording is made easier because the TV Guide allows you to see programme information broadcasted at the same time. up to 7 days ahe
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Included accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories. (Product numbers correct as of April 2009. These may be subject to change.) (N2QAYB000345) 1 Remote control 2 Batteries 1 AC mains lead 1 RF coaxial cable 1 Audio/video cable for remote control For use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment. Also, do not use cords for other equipment with this unit. The remote control information Batteries Use Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote co
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Table of contents Getting started Title Getting started Recording Characteristics of this unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Important notes for recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Included accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Advanced recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 The remote control information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Recording modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Still pictures Others Still pictures Convenient functions Playing still pictures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 Entering text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76 TM Useful functions during still picture play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 Enjoying VIERA CAST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77 Editing still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 Linked operations with the TV
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HDD and disc information This unit can record or copy to the following HDD or discs. Internal D D DVD-RAM VD-RAM VD-RAM D D DVD-R V VD-R D-R D D DVD-R DL V VD-R DL D-R DL D D DV VD-R VD-R D-RW W W BD-RE BD-RE BD-RE HDD HDD BD-R BD-R BD-R +R +R +R DL +R DL +R DL +R +R +RW W W Discs that can record to will differ depending on the recording method. To record It can only record to HDD by pressing [ REC]. * Discs HDD REC Record to the HDD and then copy to the disc. Can do Cannot do To timer record
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Various recording modes can be selected when recording or copying is performed on this unit. Time and quality of recording varies depending on the recording mode. ( 30, Recording modes) The following are characteristics of DR, HG, HX, HE, HL mode. Regarding DR, HG, HX, HE, HL mode The following can be recorded or copied in DR, HG, HX, HE, HL mode HDD HDD HDD BD-RE BD-RE BD-RE BD-R BD-R BD-R Programmes in high definition (HD) quality Goal! When recording a high definition programme with subtit
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HDD and disc information HDD and discs you can use for recording and play ( : Possible, –: Impossible) Disc type Hard disk drive (HDD) HDD Standard symbol Data that can be recorded and played Video/Still picture/Music Quality in which video is recorded High defi nition (HD) quality/Standard defi nition (SD) quality Recording mode in which video is recorded DR, HG, HX, HE, HL, XP, SP, LP, EP, FR Rewritable Timer recording Copy once recording Disc type BD-RE BD-R (50 GB/25 GB) (50 GB/25 GB)
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Disc type DVD-RAM DVD-R DVD-R DL DVD-RW RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) Standard symbol before fi nalisation before before DVD-V after fi nalisation fi nalisation fi nalisation DVD-V DVD-V after fi nalisation after fi nalisation Data that can be recorded and Video Video played Still picture Quality in which video is recorded Standard defi nition (SD) quality Recording mode in which video is XP, SP, LP, EP, FR recorded Rewritable – Timer recording – Copy-once recording – CPRM compatible discs o
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HDD and disc information Play-only discs Standard Disc type Logo Uses symbol High Defi nition (HD) movie and music discs This unit can playback BONUSVIEW™ or BD-Live compatible discs. (➡ 44) BD-V BD-Video When playing a set of two or more BD-Video discs, the menu screen may continue to display even if the disc has been ejected. To enjoy High Bit rate Audio and Video (➡ 45) Operation of this unit may become slower when the BD-J application (➡ 118) is executing. This is not malfuncti
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LOCK USB memory and card information USB memories you can use on this unit USB memories which are defi ned as USB mass storage class and digital camera that use PTP protocol: –USB memories that support USB 1.0/1.1 and USB 2.0 Full Speed/High Speed. USB memories of up to 128 GB can be used. USB memories that support bulk only transfer. Compatible USB memories CBI (Control/Bulk/Interrupt) is not supported. Digital Cameras which require additional programme installation when connected to a PC a
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U N E M N O I T C N U F E D I Control reference guide Remote control Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. 1 Turn the unit on (➡ 18) bo 2 Select drive (HDD, BD or SD) (➡ 22, 23, 62) Drive changes each time you press [DRIVE SELECT]. 3 Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter numbers or characters (The character buttons may be used when operating TV VIERA CAST contents.) 1 4 To delete unwanted recorded titles, timer programmes, still pictures or music
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Main unit 12 34567 89b bk bl bmbno bp Pull to fl ip down the front panel. 1 Standby/on switch (8) (➡ 18) 8 Connection for digital video (DV) camcorder (➡ 58) Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In 9 SD card slot (➡ 15) standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of bk USB port (➡ 15) power. bl Channel select (➡ 20) 2 Disc tray (➡ 15) bm Start recording/Specify a time to stop recording (➡ 23) 3 SD Card LED bn Stop (➡ 23, 38) It is possible to set the LED
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HDD (Hard disk drive) handling care The HDD is a high precision recording instrument and because of its long recording capability and high speed operation it is a very special device that is easily susceptible to damage. As a basic rule, save important content to a disc as backup. ■ The HDD is a device that is not built to withstand vibration/shock or dust Depending on the setup environment and handling of the HDD some content may become damaged and play and recording may no longer be possibl
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Media handling (Disc/USB memory/SD card) Inserting discs Disc and car d care 1 Press [ OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray. ; ■ How to hold a disc or card Insert label-up. Do not touch the recorded surface or the terminal surface. DO DO NOT 2 Press [; OPEN/CLOSE] to close the tray. ■ If there is dirt or condensation on the disc Automatic drive select function Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry. BD-V DVD-V CD , MP3, JPEG, DivX DO DO NOT If the unit is recording to the HDD or stopped, it auto
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STEP 1 Connection Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. Refer to “Additional connections” (➡ 99) 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. 0.7 W (“Power Save” is set to “On”)] Connecting a television To the aerial Televisio
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You can enjoy high-quality picture by changing the connection between this unit and your TV. Connecting to a TV with an HDMI (High Defi nition Multimedia Interface) cable 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 Defi nition Television), the output can be switched to 1080p, 1080i or 720p HD video. TM TM This
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U N E M N O I T C N U F E D I STEP 2 Channel reception settings and TV aspect settings 1 Turn on the television and select the TV appropriate AV input to suit the 2 VOL DRIVE CH connections to this unit. SELECT AV PAGE 2 Press [^] to turn the unit on. abc def 1 2 3 CH When the Download from TV screen appears (➡ 19) ghi jkl mno 4 5 6 p w 3 Press [ , ] to select your region and e r qrs tuv xyz 7 8 9 MANUAL SKIP INPUT press [OK]. DEL 0 SELECT SKIP SLOW/SEARCH Region Selection NSW / ACT Victoria
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■ Download from the TV 4 Press [e, r] to select “On” or “Off” If this unit is connected to a Panasonic TV (VIERA) supporting HDAVI Control 3 or later via an HDMI cable, then the setting and press [OK]. information on the TV is acquired by this unit when the unit is Power Save turned on for the fi rst time. Please proceed to the following steps. On Download from TV Off On: Minimises standby power consumption, disables Quick Start function. Unit’s Display is set to “Automatic”. Off: Enables Qui
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U N E M N O I T C N U F E D I Watching digital broadcasts ■ Select the programme to view using the TV Guide TV 1 Press [GUIDE]. ^ VOL DRIVE CH SELECT SAT 10.01.2009 19:10 AV TV Guide 1 2 CH All Types SAT 10.01 Landscape All DVB Channels Emmerdale: In today’s show we will... PAGE Time: abc def ABC 1 1 2 3 ABC 2 CH News Numbered ghi jkl mno 4 5 6 News buttons p w News qrs tuv xyz 7 8 9 Select Channel Info OPTION MANUAL SKIP OK Page Up INPUT CH Select Programme GUIDE Portrait/Landscape DEL Page
