Panasonic DMRBST721EG Operations Instructions

VQT4G49Operating InstructionsThank you for purchasing this product.For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.Please

Getting startedVQT4G4910HDD and media information• This unit does not guarantee connection with all USB devices.• This unit supports USB 2.0 High Spee

Convenient functionsVQT4G49100Changing the unit’s settings (Setup)Automatic Standby after Copy•On:This unit is turned to standby mode when it is not o

Convenient functionsVQT4G49101Software Update Now ( Broadcast )Refer to “Software (Firmware) Update”. (> 102)Software Update Now ( Internet )Refer

Convenient functionsVQT4G49102Software (Firmware) UpdateSoftware of this unit can be updated automatically by the following methods at the specified t

Convenient functionsVQT4G49103Software (firmware) of CAM (compatible CI Plus) can be updated automatically from broadcasts.Availability of software (f

Convenient functionsVQT4G49104Other operationsPreparation• Show the “Enter Title Name” screen, etc.To end partwa yPress [RETURN ]. (Text is not added.

TroubleshootingVQT4G49105Troubleshooting guideTroubleshootingBefore requesting service, make the following checks. If the problem still persists, cons

TroubleshootingVQT4G49106Troubleshooting guideThe remote control does not work.• The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Change th

TroubleshootingVQT4G49107• The unit’s TV System is different from that of the disc. While stopped, keep pressing [∫](STOP) and [< OPEN/CLOSE] on th

TroubleshootingVQT4G49108Troubleshooting guideCannot record.Cannot copy.• Some broadcasts are copyright protected.• You cannot record to the disc by p

TroubleshootingVQT4G49109Cannot play back.• The disc is dirty. (> 10)• The disc is scratched or marked.• [BD-R] [BD-RE]Set “Play Video ( AVCHD ) on

Getting startedVQT4G4911Unit care• If the HDD or USB HDD is damaged, the recorded content cannot be recovered.• Do not block the cooling fan on the re

TroubleshootingVQT4G49110Troubleshooting guideThe contents of the SD card cannot be read.• Remove the card from the slot and then insert again. If thi

TroubleshootingVQT4G49111VIERA Link does not work.• Some functions may not work depending on the version of “HDAVI Control” of the connected TV, etc.

TroubleshootingVQT4G49112Troubleshooting guideThe following messages or service numbers appear on the unit’s display when something unusual is detecte

TroubleshootingVQT4G49113The unit is hot.The unit switches to standby for safety reasons. Wait for about 30 minutes until the message disappears.Do no

TroubleshootingVQT4G49114Troubleshooting guideEasy Network Setting ( Home Network Connection Check )DisplayCheck the following1. LAN cable connection

ReferenceVQT4G49115SpecificationsReferenceSpecifications are subject to change without notice.∫ GeneralDimensions: 430 mm (W)[BST820] 66 mm (H)[BST720

ReferenceVQT4G49116Specifications∫ Recordable discsBD-RE (SL/DL): 1-2X SPEED (Ver. 2.1)BD-R (SL/DL): 1-2X SPEED (Ver. 1.1),1-4X SPEED (Ver. 1.2),1-6

ReferenceVQT4G49117∫ SD CardCompatible media: SD Memory Card§1Format: FAT12, FAT16, FAT32, exFAT§2Data that can be played: JPEG, MPO,AVCHD format, MP

ReferenceVQT4G49118Specifications∫ MP3Playable media: HDD, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, CD-R, CD-RW, USB deviceCompression rate: 32 kbps to 320 kbpsSampling rate:

ReferenceVQT4G49119Depending on the content being recorded, the recording time may become shorter than indicated.∫ DR mode∫ HG, HX, HE,HL, HM modesRec

Getting startedVQT4G4912Control reference guideInstructions for operations are generally described using the remote control.1 Transmit the remote cont

ReferenceVQT4G49120Specifications∫ XP, SP, LP, EP modes§When “Recording time in EP mode” is set to “6 hours” (> 92)Recording Mode HDD BD-RE, BD-R[B

ReferenceVQT4G49121Licenses“AVCHD”, “AVCHD 3D”, “AVCHD Progressive” and “AVCHD 3D/Progressive” are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corpor

ReferenceVQT4G49122LicensesDivX®, DivX Certified® and associated logos are trademarks of Rovi Corporation or its subsidiaries and are used under licen

ReferenceVQT4G49123This product incorporates the following software or technology:(1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corpora

ReferenceVQT4G49124IndexAAspect . . . . . . . . . . . . .96, 104AudioBroadcasts . . . . . . . . . . . . .29Digital Audio . . . . . . . . . . .117Pla

ReferenceVQT4G49125DLNA (Server) . . . . . . 74, 99Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98Software (Firmware) Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ReferenceVQT4G49126Declaration of Conformity (DoC)Hereby, “Panasonic Corporation” declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requi

ReferenceVQT4G49127The recording and playback of content on this or any other device may require permission from the owner of the copyright or other s

These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be

Getting startedVQT4G4913• While writing to/reading from the media, do not switch the unit to standby mode or remove the media. Such action may result

Getting startedVQT4G4914CI moduleAn appropriate CI module is required to view or record the encrypted broadcast.You need a CI module, CAM (Conditional

Getting startedVQT4G4915About CI Plus compatible broadcast“CI Plus” is a technical specification that imposes copy protection on the broadcasted progr

Getting startedVQT4G4916Connection3D programmes can be played back when this unit is connected to a 3D compatible TV.• Before connection, turn off all

Getting startedVQT4G4917If the TV does not have the HDMI terminalConnect the TV with the 21-pin Scart cable or the Audio/Video cable. (> 19)To conn

Getting startedVQT4G4918Connection• VIERA Link function is possible by connecting to a TV or amplifier/receiver compatible with VIERA Link.• When usi

Getting startedVQT4G4919∫ Using Optical digital audio cable∫ Using Coaxial cable• When you do not want the audio to be output from the TV, set “HDMI

VQT4G492SD card• Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.Unit• This unit utilizes a laser. Use of controls or adjustments

Getting startedVQT4G4920ConnectionFollowing functions will be available when this unit is connected to the network.• Smart Home Networking (DLNA) (>

Getting startedVQT4G4921SettingsThe TV can be operated from the TV operation buttons of the remote control.• Perform the setting if you cannot operate

Getting startedVQT4G4922Settings1 Turn on the TV, then select the appropriate AV input to suit the connections to this unit.5 Set “Power Save” to “On”

Getting startedVQT4G4923After completing “Easy Setting”, you can continue with “Easy Network Setting”.Preparation• Before beginning wireless connectio

Getting startedVQT4G4924SettingsWhen you experience problemsRefer to “When you experience problems with Easy Network Setting”. (> 113)To restart Ea

Getting startedVQT4G49255 Press [3, 4] to select “Auto Setup”, then press [OK].1 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].2 Select the country, then press [OK].7

Getting startedVQT4G4926FUNCTION MENU screenYou can easily access the desired functions, such as playback, timer recording, the unit’s settings etc. v

Watching broadcastsVQT4G4927Watching broadcastsWat ching broadcastsTo switch to the channel you have previously watchedPress [LAST VIEW ].• This func

Watching broadcastsVQT4G4928Watching broadcasts1 Press [GUIDE].TV Guide screen appears.2 Select the programme, then press [OK].3 Select “View”, then p

Watching broadcastsVQT4G4929When “ ” appears in channel information (> 28)Press [STTL ].• Press again to hide subtitle.• Some subtitle contents ca

VQT4G493Please check and identify the supplied accessories.(Product numbers correct as of April 2012. These may be subject to change.)• Do not use AC

Watching broadcastsVQT4G4930Watching broadcastsThis unit temporarily saves a live TV programme you are watching with this unit’s tuner on HDD.REWIND L

RecordingVQT4G4931Recording TV programmesRecordingTo convert the recording mode after recording in DR modeRefer to “File Conversion”. (> 51)To conf

RecordingVQT4G4932Recording TV programmes• One recording will terminate when simultaneous recording is being done and timer recording starts.• When t

RecordingVQT4G4933After displaying the recording programme, press [PAUSE ;].• Press again to restart recording.(A title is not split into separate tit

RecordingVQT4G4934Recording TV programmes• When “Decrypt Recording” is selected• When “Encrypt Recording” is selectedProgrammes recorded in encrypted

RecordingVQT4G4935Timer recordingTo use TV Guide systemRefer to “Using TV Guide system”. (> 28)To edit the timer recording on the TV Guide screen1

RecordingVQT4G4936Timer recording1 Press [PROG/CHECK].2 Select “New Timer Programme”, then press [OK].To confirm and edit the timer programmeRefer to

RecordingVQT4G4937You can make timer recording of the current or next programme.1 While watching a programmePress [STATUS ].3 Press the yellow button.

RecordingVQT4G4938Timer recording1 Press [PROG/CHECK].2 Select the programme, then perform the operations.To exit the timer recording listPress [EXIT

Playing back videoVQT4G4939Playing titles on the HDDPlaying back videoResume play functionIf the following screen appears, select the point to start p

VQT4G494Table of contentsSafety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Supplied accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Playing back videoVQT4G4940Playing titles on the HDDTitles will be categorised automatically.You can quickly find the recorded titles by selecting the

Playing back videoVQT4G49411 Select the group, then press [OPTION].2 Select “Edit”, then press [OK].3 Select “Enter Title Name”, then press [OK].4 Ref

Playing back videoVQT4G4942Playing titles on the mediaTo play back the playlist created on other equipment1 Press [FUNCTION MENU].2 Select “Playlists”

Playing back videoVQT4G4943e.g.,Switching to the PHOTO screenPress the red button.The screen switches to “PHOTO”.Showing InformationSelect the title,

Playing back videoVQT4G4944Operation during play • Depending on the media and the type of file, some operations may not be possible.• Dependin

Playing back videoVQT4G4945While paused, press [2](2;) or [1](;1).• Each press shows the next frame.• Press and hold to change in succession forward o

Playing back videoVQT4G4946Operation during playPress [AUDIO].• It will switch depending on the contents recorded every time it is pressed.[HDD] [USB_

Playing back videoVQT4G4947Change this setting when the screen is not correctly displayed for 3D compatible programmes.1 Press [OPTION].2 Select “3D S

Editing videoVQT4G4948Deleting recorded titlesEditing videoOnce deleted, recorded content cannot be restored to its original state. Make certain befor

Editing videoVQT4G4949Editing recorded titlesOnce deleted, divided or partially deleted, recorded content cannot be restored to its original state. Ma

Getting startedWatching broadcastsRecordingPlaying back videoEditing videoCopying videoPhotoMusicWith Other EquipmentConvenient functionsTroubleshooti

Editing videoVQT4G4950Editing recorded titles[HDD] [USB_HDD] [BD-RE] [BD-R] [RAM] [+R] [+RW]Protection setting prevents the title from accidental del

Editing videoVQT4G4951[HDD] [USB_HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW]To change the pointAfter performing step 2.Restart play and select “Change”, th

Editing videoVQT4G4952Editing recorded titlesTo cancel a “Now” conversionPress and hold [RETURN ] for more than 3 seconds.To confirm whether the conve

Editing videoVQT4G4953[HDD]Encrypted titles ( ) can be decrypted manually.To cancel the decryptionPress and hold [RETURN ] for more than 3 seconds.•

Copying videoVQT4G4954Copying titlesCopying videoTo register the external HDD (USB HDD)Refer to “Registering the USB HDD”. (> 81)To copy HD Video (

Copying videoVQT4G49553 Press the blue button.4 Go to step 6. (> 54)Screen iconsAbout screen icons on the DIRECT NAVIGATORRefer to “Screen icons”.

Copying videoVQT4G4956Copying titles[BD-RE] [BD- R] [ RAM] [+RW] > [HDD]2 Select “Play Video”, then press [OK].5 Select “Start Copying”, then press

Copying videoVQT4G49571 Press [OPTION].2 Select the item, then press [OK].6 Select “Start Copying”, then press [OK].7 Select “Yes”, then press [OK].To

Copying videoVQT4G4958Copying titles1 Select the title after step 4-4 (> 57).2 Press [OPTION].3 Select the item, then press [OK].• When copying at

Copying videoVQT4G4959High Speed Copying is the process of copying a title to disc in high speed while maintaining the original record mode and record

Getting startedVQT4G496HDD and media informationGetting started(–: Impossible)Recordable/playable contentsMedia type Standard symbol Recordable conten

Copying videoVQT4G4960Copying titlesWhen copying to DVD-RAM using “8 hours” mode, play may not be possible on DVD players that are compatible with DVD

Copying videoVQT4G49612 Press [OPTION].3 Select “Copy Title Playing”, then press [OK].To stop copyingPress and hold [RETURN ] for 3 seconds.• Encrypt

PhotoVQT4G4962Playing photosPhotoTo exit the Calendar screenPress [PAUSE ;].• When there are many files and/or folders, some files may not be display

PhotoVQT4G4963[HDD]:1 On the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen:Press the red button.2 Select “VIDEO” or “MUSIC”, then press [OK].[BD-RE] [RAM]:On the DIRECT NAV

PhotoVQT4G4964Editing photos §1 §2 §1[BD-RE] only§2[RAM] only3 Select the item, then press [OK].1 On the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen:To edit the event:Se

PhotoVQT4G4965Copying photos §1 §2 §1[BD-RE] only§2[RAM] [DVD-R] only2 Select the copying destination, then press [OK].To stop copyingPress and hold

MusicVQT4G4966Playing musicMusicTo play other music (track)Select the item, then press [OK].• The track/artist name will be displayed if the informat

MusicVQT4G4967[HDD]1 Press [FUNCTION MENU].2 Select “Music” in “Playback Contents”, then press [OK].3 Select the item, then press [OK].1 On the DIRECT

MusicVQT4G4968Playing music[HDD] [DVD-R] [CD] [USB]Press [STOP ∫].Press [PAUSE ;].• Press [PLAY/a1.3 1] to restart play.Press [SLOW/SEARCH 6] or [SLOW

MusicVQT4G4969Editing music/playlist1 If the confirmation screen appears:Select “Yes”, then press [OK].2 Select “Delete”, then press [OK].Select “Dele

Getting startedVQT4G497(–: Impossible)§1Rewritable media§2Referred to as “USB HDD” in these operating instructions.§3It cannot be recorded directly. (

With Other EquipmentVQT4G4970Recording from external equipmentWith Other Equipment PreparationConnect the Set Top Box or video equipment (> 17)[HD

With Other EquipmentVQT4G4971[HDD]Recording mode: XP, SP, LP, EP• Connect the equipment with AV2 input terminal using a 21-pin Scart cable (> 17).•

With Other EquipmentVQT4G4972Copying the HD Video or the SD Video e.g., Connecting to the Panasonic video camera• If you connect a Panasonic produ

With Other EquipmentVQT4G4973[SD] [USB], video camera, etc. > [HDD] [RAM]• The original file must be in the SD-Video standard.3 Select “Start Copy

With Other EquipmentVQT4G4974Smart Home Networking (DLNA)Smart Home Networking (DLNA) allows you to watch the contents on Server equipment connected o

With Other EquipmentVQT4G4975You can share videos, photos and music stored in the DLNA Certified media server (such as a PC with Windows 7 installed e

With Other EquipmentVQT4G4976Smart Home Networking (DLNA)This unit will work as Media Renderer, which allows you to play back the contents on DLNA Ser

Convenient functionsVQT4G4977VIERA Connect (Enjoying Internet Service)Convenient functionsVIERA Connect allows you to access some specific websites su

Convenient functionsVQT4G4978Media management 1 Press [FUNCTION MENU].2 Select “Others”, then press [OK].[BD-RE] [BD- R] [ RAM] [DVD- R] [DVD -RW] [+

Convenient functionsVQT4G4979[DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW]You can select the background for DVD-Video Top Menu.Select the background, then press [OK].

Getting startedVQT4G498HDD and media information§1The SD quality programme can not be converted to HD quality.§2You cannot select during play whether

Convenient functionsVQT4G4980Registering the external HDD (USB HDD)If you connect and register a USB HDD, you can move the titles in the built-in HDD

Convenient functionsVQT4G4981• If the registering screen appears when connecting the USB HDD, go to step 5.1 Press [FUNCTION MENU].2 Select “Setup” in

Convenient functionsVQT4G4982VIERA Link/Q Link functionsWhat is VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”?VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a convenient function which w

Convenient functionsVQT4G4983(VIERA]Link)You can operate this unit using the TV remote control.Refer to the operating instructions of the TV about the

Convenient functionsVQT4G4984Playback menuA variety of operations and settings such as changing the subtitles and audio languages can be performed dur

Convenient functionsVQT4G4985Sound Effects• This function is effective when “Digital Audio Output” is set to “PCM”. (> 94)Dialogue EnhancerThe volu

Convenient functionsVQT4G4986Changing the unit’s settings (Setup)You can change the unit’s settings of DVB Tuning, Sound, Display, Connection, Network

Convenient functionsVQT4G4987PictureStill Mode (> 93)Seamless Play (> 93)NTSC Video Output (> 93)SoundDynamic Range Compression (> 94)Down

Convenient functionsVQT4G4988Changing the unit’s settings (Setup)About the PIN for parental controlPIN is required to change the following settings. E

Convenient functionsVQT4G4989Channel ListYou can edit the Channel List.• To hide/reveal channels1 Select the channel.2 Press [OK].The check mark is re

Getting startedVQT4G499§The video file and subtitle text files are inside the same folder, and the file names are the same except for the file extensi

Convenient functionsVQT4G4990Changing the unit’s settings (Setup)Signal ConditionYou can check the quality and strength of signals.•Press [2, 1] to se

Convenient functionsVQT4G4991HDD / Disc / USB HDDSettings for Playback3D BD-Video PlaybackSelect the playback method of 3D compatible video software.S

Convenient functionsVQT4G4992Changing the unit’s settings (Setup)Settings for RecordingTimer Record Start BufferThis function sets the timer recording

Convenient functionsVQT4G4993HDD ManagementPress and hold [OK] for 3 seconds to show the following settings.Delete all titlesDelete all titles (video)

Convenient functionsVQT4G4994Changing the unit’s settings (Setup)SoundDynamic Range CompressionTo lower the dynamic range for playback (e.g., at night

Convenient functionsVQT4G4995Audio DelayMis-sync between the video and audio is corrected by delaying the audio output.Audio for HG / HX / HE / HL / H

Convenient functionsVQT4G4996Changing the unit’s settings (Setup)Connection3D Settings3D TypeIf 3D video cannot be played back in 3D, you may be able

Convenient functionsVQT4G49977.1ch Audio Reformatting[BD-V]Surround sound with 6.1 ch or less is automatically expanded and played back at 7.1 ch.• If

Convenient functionsVQT4G4998Changing the unit’s settings (Setup)NetworkEasy Network SettingPress [OK] to start Easy Network Setting. (> 23)Network

Convenient functionsVQT4G4999Home Network SettingsYou can set the DLNA (Server) function. (> 74)Home Network functionYou can switch between enable/