- 57 -RecordingUSB HDD setupPreparationsYou can record the digital TV programmes to the connected USB HDD andenjoy playing back in various ways.● Prepare the USB HDD for the exclusive use of recording with this TV.● Connect the USB HDD to the USB 3 port with the USB cable.● Be sure to connect the USB HDD to the socket outlet.● To remove the USB HDD safely from the TV, perform in Safely removeUSB in USB Device Setup.Recording USB HDD setup Setting for USB HDD● Check the terminal type and cable plugs are correct when connecting.USB portUSB cableUSB HDDSocket outlet= Caution =● All data in the USB HDD will be erased in the following cases:– When formatting the USB HDD with this TVRecording USB HDD setup Setting for USB HDD– When formatting the USB HDD to use on PC, etc.● When the TV is repaired due to a malfunction, you may have to formatthe USB HDD again with this TV to use it. (All data will be erased afterformatting.)● In order to use the USB HDD with your PC after recording with this TV,format it again on your PC. (Special operations or tools may be necessaryto format on your PC. For details, read the manual of the USB HDD.)● The data recorded on the USB HDD with this TV can only be played backon this TV. You cannot play back its contents with another TV (includingthe TV of the same model number) or any equipment.