Panasonic DMR-UBT1 Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic DMR-UBT1 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions
Blu-ray Disc™ Recorder
Model No.
45) or
DMR-UBT1
Getting started
Watching broadcasts
Recording
Playing back
Deleting/Editing
Copying
Network
Other functions
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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions Blu-ray Disc™ Recorder DMR-UBT1 Model No. Getting started Watching broadcasts Recording Playing back Deleting/Editing Thank you for purchasing this product. Please read these instructions carefully before using this Copying product, and save this manual for future use. Network Software (Firmware) Update To support the latest features, it’s very...
  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions CAUTION WARNING Unit Unit • This unit utilizes a laser. Use of controls or • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or adjustments or performance of procedures other product damage, than those specified herein may result in –...
  • Page 3: Supplied Accessories

    Supplied accessories Batteries • Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type Please check and identify the supplied recommended by the manufacturer. accessories. • Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte (Product numbers are correct as of August 2018. leakage and may cause a fire.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Copying contents ..... 35 Panasonic Corporation, a company having its registered office of 1006, Oaza Kadoma, Kadoma City, Osaka 571-8501, Japan, automatically...
  • Page 5: Unit And Media Care

    Unit and media care Getting started HDD/USB HDD handling care Cleaning • The HDD is a high precision recording • Wipe with a soft, dry cloth. instrument and is easily susceptible to damage. • Never use alcohol, paint thinner, benzine or Therefore, be careful of the following points chemically treated cloth to clean this unit.
  • Page 6: Connection

    Connection The unit can be played back 4K contents when this unit is connected to a compatible TV. • Before making any connections, please disconnect all the units from AC power. (Connect the AC mains lead after making all connections.) •...
  • Page 7 Amplifier/receiver/sound bar connections ∫ Enjoying video with a 4K-compatible TV and audio with a 4K-compatible amplifier Amplifier/receiver/ sound bar (4K-compatible) HDMI OUT HDMI IN HDMI IN (ARC) (ARC) HDMI cable HDMI cable (18 Gbps) (18 Gbps) ∫ Enjoying 4K video by connecting a non-4K compatible amplifier 4K images can be played back when this unit is connected to a 4K compatible TV.
  • Page 8: Remote Control

    Remote Control Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. 1 Transmit the remote control signal  • Point it at remote control signal sensor on this unit. ( 2 Switch the unit from on to standby or vice ...
  • Page 9: Settings

    Settings When connected to a 4K compatible TV Before use, perform the initial setup of the unit. When connected to a 4K compatible TV, connection setting to 4K TV below is displayed. Easy Setting 4K(50p/60p) Output Preparation Start connection check with your 4K TV. Turn on the TV, then select the appropriate AV Once connection check is started and if the video is not displayed input to suit the connections to this unit.
  • Page 10 PUSH button method §3 Easy Network Setting If your wireless router supports the PUSH button After completing “Easy Setting”, you can continue method , you can easily perform the settings by §3 with “Easy Network Setting”. pressing Link button on it. Follow the on-screen instructions to establish 1 Press the green button on the remote control.
  • Page 11: Watching Broadcasts

    Select the channel, then press [OK]. Manufacturer and Code No. To edit the channel list ( Manufacturer Code Panasonic 01 / 02 / 03 / 04 GRUNDIG 17 / 30 / 39 / 70 05 / 50 / 51 PHILIPS...
  • Page 12: Recording

    Using channel information To show subtitle While watching a programme When “ ” appears in channel information Press [STATUS Press [STTL • Press again to hide subtitle.  e.g., 10:30 NEWS XXXXX To show the Teletext 9:00 - 11:00 All DVB Channels Set timer Change category Press [TEXT...
  • Page 13: Recording Tv Programmes

    Recording TV Recording REWIND LIVE TV/PAUSE LIVE TV programmes You can rewind/pause the live TV programme you are watching. This unit can record two programmes being • A maximum of 1.5 hours of TV programmes can broadcasted at the same time. be saved temporary.
  • Page 14 To set the recording time Operation during recording 1 Select “Recording Time” or “Continuous To check the recording programme recording” in step 3 ( 13). Recording Time: (30 minutes - 4 hours) Press [STATUS • You can select the recording time with e.g., While recording two programmes simultaneously [2, 1].
  • Page 15: Timer Recording

    Timer recording TV Guide You can enter up to 32 programmes within a month in advance. (Each daily or weekly Press [GUIDE]. programme is counted as one programme.) e.g. Landscape view This unit can record two programmes being Landscape TV Guide TUE 02.01.2018 8:05 Category: All DVB Channels broadcasted at the same time.
  • Page 16 To confirm a timer programme • Category may not be assigned correctly depending on the (e.g., to delete or edit) programme information. 1 Press [PROG/CHECK]. To edit the timer recording e.g., 1 Select the programme to edit, then press the TUE 02.01.2018 8:05 red button.
  • Page 17 Timer recording options Screen icons e.g., Red: Timer recording standby is activated. TUE 02.01.2018 8:05 Timer Recording Time Remaining HD 250:33 DR Grey: Timer recording standby is Channel Day/Date Start Stop Mode Subtitles deactivated. WED 07.01 8:00 9:00 Programme Name Currently recording programme (Red) Day/Date...
  • Page 18: Function Menu

    You can check, delete, or make changes to timer recordings. Network Service ( Network Service allows you to access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy Internet contents such as photos, videos, etc. from Network Service home screen. TQBS0291...
  • Page 19: Keyword Recording

    Keyword Recording Contents on HDD Play back programmes and other content (4K The unit can find programmes that include content, etc.) recorded on the HDD. specified keywords from programme names and programme information on TV Guide, and record – Recorded Programmes ( the programmes automatically.
  • Page 20 Keyword Recording conditions Priority order of Keyword Recording When a search brings up too many programmes, Recording takes place in the following order of we recommend revising the “Search Conditions”. priority: 1 A programme that is already being recorded Search Conditions: 2 Timer Recording Keyword 1-16 3 Keyword Recording (programmes will be...
  • Page 21: Using The External Hdd (Usb Hdd)

    Using the external To add/edit the Keyword HDD (USB HDD) Select the keyword and press [OK], then make required settings. Connect a USB HDD to the unit and use it as • Refer to “Keyword Recording conditions” ( extended storage for the built-in HDD. If you intend to move recorded programmes to a USB HDD, the USB HDD must be registered to To delete the registered Keyword...
  • Page 22: Playing Back

    Playing contents on Playing Connecting the USB HDD back the HDD This unit’s rear panel “For recorded programmes ( 67)” only § Press [VIDEO MENU]. The Video Menu screen appears ( 23). Select the programme, then press [OK]. USB HDD If use the FUNCTION MENU ( 18): 1 Press [FUNCTION MENU].
  • Page 23 Video Menu screen Screen icons e.g., Currently recording programme     (Red) Video Menu Grouped Programmes Protected programme Time Remaining HD 248:33 (DR) Keyword Record Not Viewed Movie Social/Economic AVCHD • Programme was not recorded due Channel Date Programme Name to recording protection.
  • Page 24 Showing Information Playing Keyword Recording programmes Select the programme, then press [STATUS Select “Keyword Record” tab. ( Showing grouped programmes Video Menu Time Remaining HD 248:33 (DR) 1 Press [OPTION]. Keyword Record Not Viewed Movie Social/Economic AVCHD Programme will be deleted if not enough space on HDD. Press OPTION to change. 2 Select “Grouped Programmes”...
  • Page 25 To copy Keyword Recording programmes Photo Menu screen If you select keywords before copying, you can Photos imported to the HDD ( 40, Selecting and copy all the programmes containing the copying the photos) are managed using folders. keywords. Folders and photos can be edited by pressing •...
  • Page 26: Playing Contents On The Media

    Playing contents on Menu screen the media 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 Play / Copy Video “For data files ( 67)” only §...
  • Page 27: Playback (Skip, Manual Skip Etc.)

    Playback (Skip, Quick View Manual Skip etc.) Press and hold [1 a1.3]. • Press again to return to normal speed. Some operations may not work depending on the media and contents. • UHD programmes (4K), Ultra HD Blu-ray, MKV, MP4 and MPEG2: Quick View may not be available.
  • Page 28 To display menu Enjoying Ultra HD Blu-ray [BD-V] [DVD-V] You can enjoy the playback of Ultra HD Blu-ray 1 Press [OPTION]. discs with this unit. 2 Select “Playback Menu”, then press [OK]. Preparation 3 Select “Top Menu”, “Pop-up Menu” or “Menu”, •...
  • Page 29: 4K Networking

    4K Networking 3D video playback Preparation You can save 4K videos/photos recorded with Connect 3D compatible TV to this unit. digital cameras and other 4K-compatible devices to the HDD of this unit and play them back. Preparatory 3D settings 3D BD-Video Playback It is also possible to play back 3D discs in 2D (conventional video).
  • Page 30: Playback Menu (Repeat Play, Remaster Etc.)

    Playback menu Subtitle Settings § (Repeat Play, Turn the subtitle on/off, and change the Remaster etc.) language depending on the media. Subtitles Subtitle Style A variety of playback operations and settings can be performed from this menu. Subtitle Position Subtitle Luminance Available options differ depending on the playing contents and the condition of the unit.
  • Page 31 Progressive Switch “Set 1”, “Set 2” or “Standard” by using Select the method of conversion for [2, 1]. progressive output to suit the type of content • You can register desired settings to “Set 1” and being played. “Set 2”. Settings for BD Video playback and •...
  • Page 32: Deleting/Editing

    Deleting/Editing Deleting/Editin Editing recorded programmes contents On the Video Menu screen: Select the programme. Once deleted, divided or partially deleted, • Multiple selection ( left) content cannot be restored to its original state. Make certain before proceeding. Press [OPTION]. § Select the item, then press [OK].
  • Page 33 Timing: Dividing programme • Now [HDD] [USB_HDD] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] A picture quality change starts immediately Select “Divide Programme”. after step 3. • Timer recordings cannot be performed 1 Press [OK] at the point to divide the while a picture quality change is in programme.
  • Page 34 To check to see if a picture quality change is Deleting video/music files on the HDD finished Press [VIDEO MENU]. On the video/music list screen: e.g., Select the file or folder. • Multiple selection ( Channel Date Prigramme Name 04.10 04.10 Press the red button.
  • Page 35: Copying Contents

    Copying contents Copying • Other operation may not be possible while copying. The unit can copy programme between the HDD, • You cannot copy the following programmes. USB HDDs, and discs. – [USB_HDD] Protected programmes – [USB_HDD] HD Video (AVCHD) •...
  • Page 36 Setting the copying options Copying from media to HDD 1 Select the item in step 7 ( 35). [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [+RW] > [HDD] 2 Press [2, 1] to change the settings. Insert a disc. • Automatic Standby after Copy The Menu screen appears.
  • Page 37 Set the picture quality ( 68). • Programmes in the grouped programmes and other 1 Select “Picture Quality”, then press programmes cannot be registered simultaneously. [1] (right). 2 Set “Picture Quality”. To edit the copying list 3 Press [2]. 1 Select the programme after step 4-4 ( left).
  • Page 38 Notes for copying Copy (Keep Picture Quality) Copy (Change Picture Quality) The unit copies a programme while maintaining The unit changes the picture quality of a its original picture quality and recording time. This programme while copying it. Copying will take method can perform copying faster than Copy about the same amount of time as the actual (Change Picture Quality) can.
  • Page 39 Copying a finalised disc Copying a programme that is currently being played back [DVD-V] > [HDD] While playing a disc, the content being played is [HDD] > [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-RW] copied to the HDD according to the set time. [+R] [+RW] Select “Copy Menu”.
  • Page 40 – 1080/50p or 1080/60p – Without the AVCHD information (video recorded with > [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [HDD] certain non-Panasonic equipment, video copied to the HDD after copying it to BD-R or BD-RE once, etc.) [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] > [HDD] • 3D video may not be copied correctly.
  • Page 41 If the copying destination selection screen is Copying the HD Video (AVCHD) appeared: Select the copying destination, then press [BD-RE] [BD-R] > [HDD] [OK]. [RAM] [DVD-R] [+R] Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. [HDD] > [USB_HDD] [USB] Copying will start. [BD-RE] [BD-R] e.g., To stop copying Press and hold [RETURN...
  • Page 42: Network Service

    Home Network feature Network Network Service allows you to access some Home Network feature allows you to watch the specific websites supported by Panasonic, and contents and broadcasts on server equipment enjoy Internet contents. connected on the same network from playback equipment.
  • Page 43 • Convenient functions can be used by .mpo pressing [OPTION] depending on the §1, 2 contents. Only when the server is another Panasonic §1 • Control Panel Blu-ray Disc Recorder, etc. Control Panel is displayed once the 2D playback only.
  • Page 44: 4 Tqbs0291

    Using this unit as Media Renderer Direct Access This unit works as Media Renderer, which allows This unit can be connected wirelessly and directly you to play back the contents on Network to other Home Network feature compatible Contents Server by operating a Digital Media equipment each other directly without a wireless Controller (a smartphone, etc.).
  • Page 45: Other Functions

    What is VIERA Link? VIERA Link is a convenient function which will link When the “Terms and Conditions of Use / Privacy the operations of this unit and a Panasonic TV Policy” is displayed ( 54, Legal Notices) (VIERA) or an amplifier/receiver. You can use this...
  • Page 46: Other Operations (Entering Text Etc.)

    Other operations Top Menu (Entering text etc.) [DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW] You can select the background for DVD-Video Top Menu. Media management Auto-Play Select [DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW] You can select whether to show the Top Select “Media”...
  • Page 47 HOLD function The HOLD function disables all controls on the remote control and the unit. Press and hold [OK] and [RETURN simultaneously until “X HOLD” appears on the front panel display. To cancel the HOLD function Press and hold [OK] and [RETURN simultaneously until “X HOLD”...
  • Page 48: Basic Settings

    Basic Settings Setup • To delete channels: Select the channel, press [OK]. You can change the unit’s settings below. • Yellow: Delete all channels. Press [FUNCTION MENU]. • To change the name of the Favourites list: Select “Basic Settings” in “Setup”, then press 1 Press the red button.
  • Page 49 Child Lock ( Parental Rating ) BD-Live You can restrict the viewing/playback/recording You can restrict Internet access when of channels unsuitable to children. BD-Live functions are used. • PIN is required to change. ( BD-Video Parental Control Signal Condition DVD-Video Parental Control You can check the quality and strength of signals.
  • Page 50 Chapter Creation Format USB HDD Set the Chapter Creation method. Formatting deletes all contents, and they cannot be restored. Check • Even if “Automatic” is selected, depending carefully before proceeding. on the programme to be recorded, the chapter may not be created correctly. Cancellation of all USB HDD Registrations Disc Speed for Copy This function cancels the registrations of all...
  • Page 51 Display Digital Audio Output Dolby D / Dolby D + / Dolby TrueHD Language DTS / DTS-HD Select the language for on-screen menus. MPEG HE-AAC On-Screen Information Select the audio signal to output. Select the time until the Channel Information •...
  • Page 52 Advanced Settings Aspect for 4:3 Video To play a 4:3 content, set how to show pictures Colour Mode on a 16:9 TV. This setting is for selecting colour-space • 4:3: conversion of the image signal. Picture output expands left or right. •...
  • Page 53 IP Address / DNS Settings TV Anywhere Check the connection of the network or set When you control this unit from a the IP address and DNS. smartphone or a tablet away from home, set this function to “On”. • To set the IP address and DNS 1 Set “IP Address Auto-Assignment”...
  • Page 54 Others Conversion Setting for Streaming • On: Standby Settings When playing back on Home Network feature compatible equipment, this Quick Start setting reduces the chance of break-ups • On: and freezing of an image by lowering the image quality. It is possible to start quickly from standby. •...
  • Page 55 Change the remote control code on the main unit Display Software (firmware) version of this unit. and the remote control if you place other Panasonic products close together. Initialize • Use “BD 1”, the factory set code, under normal circumstances.
  • Page 56: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting guide The remote control does not work. Reference • The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Change the code on the remote Before requesting service, make the following control. checks. If the problem still persists, consult your dealer for instructions.
  • Page 57 • If you see a message about compatibility with There is a lot of image lag when playing video. HDR during playback of a broadcast, • Set to “0” (zero) all items in the “Noise programme or Ultra HD Blu-ray disc, please Reduction”.
  • Page 58 Auto Renewal Recording does not work Broadcast properly. Picture regularly breaks up on some channels. • The programme will not be overwritten in the • Adjust the reception with “Manual Tuning”. following cases: – the recorded programme is protected – any programme is being played back or copied The channel which was once selectable –...
  • Page 59 You cannot access this unit from Home Network Cannot play back videos on the USB device feature compatible equipment on the network. smoothly. • Check the network connection and the network • Use the port on the front side of this unit, which settings.
  • Page 60 PROG FULL • There are already 32 timer programmes. Delete (When a disc is inserted) There was something unusual unnecessary timer programmes. ( detected with the disc or the unit. The unit is trying to restore to the normal operation. Once the message disappears you •...
  • Page 61 Panasonic has content may be changed or revoked and operation menu no authority to and does not grant you that permission and screens may be changed with or without a prior notice.
  • Page 62: Main Unit

    Main unit Front       Pull to flip Ensure that it is down the front facing the right way panel. 1 Disc tray 5 Open/close disc tray 2 Display ( below) 6 Standby/on switch (Í/I) 3 USB port (5 V DC 900 mA) Press to switch the unit from on to standby •...
  • Page 63: Specifications

    Rear       1 AC IN ( ) terminal ( 5 RF IN/OUT terminal ( 2 Cooling fan 6 USB port (5 V DC 500 mA) 3 LAN port (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX) • This port supports USB 2.0 High Speed. 4 HDMI AV OUT terminal ( •...
  • Page 64: Hdd And Media Information

    HDD and media information For more details, refer also to the specifications. ( Recordable/playable contents (–: Impossible) Media type Standard symbol Recordable contents Playable contents • Video • JPEG • DSD • AVCHD/AVCHD 3D • MPO • FLAC Built-in hard disk drive [HDD] •...
  • Page 65 It cannot be recorded directly. (Only compatible with copying from the built-in HDD) §1 Recorded with AVCHD format compatible devices (Panasonic video camera, etc.). It may not be §2 able to play back, add, or edit depending on the device.
  • Page 66 Information about contents About extension of files ∫ Broadcast Recordings Example of file File format Numbers of programmes that can be recorded: extension “.mkv” Maximum Media programmes (Subtitle text files) (Compression methods “.srt” 3000 Video: H.264, HEVC “.sub” Audio: AAC, PCM, Vorbis, BD-RE, BD-R FLAC) “.txt”...
  • Page 67 Notes for the USB device Notes for the disc You can use an external HDD (USB HDD) in the Region management information following two ways. (A single HDD cannot handle The unit can play back BD-Video/DVD-Video those two ways simultaneously.) discs of the following regions codes, including “ALL”: For recorded programmes...
  • Page 68 Recording mode (Picture Quality) Picture Quality HG/HX/HE/HL/HM XP/SP/LP/FR §1 Feature Programmes can be Recording can be done Recording can be done recorded in their original with reduced recording with reduced recording quality. volume in High definition volume in Standard definition (SD) quality. (HD) quality §2 Recordable...
  • Page 69 ∫ HG, HX, HE, HL, HM modes BD-RE, BD-R Recording Mode Single Layer Dual Layer (picture quality) (1 TB) (25 GB) (50 GB) 157 hours 4 hours 8 hours 235 hours 6 hours 12 hours 353 hours 9 hours 18 hours 472 hours 12 hours 24 hours...
  • Page 70: Licenses

    AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the engaged in a personal activity and/or was obtained from a contact information provided below, for a charge no more video provider licensed to provide AVC Video.
  • Page 71: Index

    Index 1 2 3... 4K ......6 Guide (TV Guide) ... 15 Recording .
  • Page 72 Directive for the chemical involved. Declaration of Conformity (DoC) Hereby, “Panasonic Corporation” declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. Customers can download a copy of the original DoC to our RE products from our DoC server: http://www.ptc.panasonic.eu...

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