Panasonic Blu ray Player DMP BDT500 User Manual

Owner’s Manual  
Blu-ray DiscTM Player  
Model No. DMP-BDT500  
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Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in this Owner’s Manual are of DMP-BDT500 for U.S.A.  
Thank you for purchasing this product.  
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.  
Please keep this manual for future reference.  
If you have any questions, contact:  
U.S.A. and Puerto Rico : 1-800-211-PANA(7262)  
Canada : 1-800-561-5505  
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Table of contents  
WARNING  
Unit  
Getting started  
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.  
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . 2  
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4  
Unit and media care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4  
Playable media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5  
Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7  
Using the touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
Do not remove covers.  
Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified  
service personnel.  
AC power supply cord  
Install this unit so that the power cord can be unplugged from the  
socket outlet immediately if any problem occurs.  
Connections & Settings  
SD card  
Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent  
STEP 1 : Connecting to a TV. . . . . . . . . . . . 10  
STEP 2 : Connecting to  
swallowing.  
an amplifier/receiver . . . . . . . . . . 11  
STEP 3 : Connecting to the network . . . . . . 13  
STEP 4 : Connecting to  
an AC power source . . . . . . . . . . 13  
STEP 5 : Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14  
CAUTION  
Unit  
This unit utilizes a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or  
performance of procedures other than those specified herein may  
result in hazardous radiation exposure.  
Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles, on  
this unit.  
Placement  
Playback  
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,  
Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in  
another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.  
Do not obstruct this units ventilation openings with newspapers,  
tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.  
Inserting or removing media . . . . . . . . . . . . 17  
HOME menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17  
Multi User Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
VIERA Connect  
Do not place the unit on amplifiers/receivers or equipment that  
may become hot. The heat can damage the unit.  
Batteries  
(Enjoying NETFLIX, etc.). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
Home Network feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23  
VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM” . . . . . . . . . 24  
Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage, which can  
damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.  
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only  
with the type recommended by the manufacturer.  
When disposing the batteries, please contact your local authorities  
or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.  
Do not mix old and new batteries or different types at the same  
time.  
Settings  
Option menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
Setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
Do not heat or expose to flame.  
Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for  
a long period of time with doors and windows closed.  
Do not take apart or short circuit.  
Reference  
Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.  
Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.  
Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34  
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37  
Supplemental information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38  
Precautions of Wireless LAN connection. . . 39  
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39  
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44  
Referencia rápida en español  
Remove batteries if the remote control is not going to be used for a  
long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.  
(Spanish Quick Reference) . . . . . . . . . . . . 46  
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back cover  
Restriction on use of unauthorized  
copied content (> 40)  
About Firmware updates (> 16)  
(Inside of product)  
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Accessories  
Unit and media care  
Check the supplied accessories before using this  
unit.  
Clean this unit with a soft, dry  
cloth  
Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to  
clean this unit.  
Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully  
read the instructions that came with the cloth.  
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Remote control  
(N2QAYB000766)  
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1
Batteries for remote control  
AC power supply cord  
(K2CB2CB00022)  
This unit’s lens  
Use the lens cleaner (not supplied) to clean the  
unit’s lens.  
[For_Canada]  
The enclosed Canadian French label sheet corresponds  
to the English display on the unit.  
Clean discs  
DO NOT  
DO  
Product numbers provided in this Owner’s Manual correct  
as of February 2012. These may be subject to change.  
Do not use AC power supply cord with other equipment.  
Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.  
Using the remote control  
Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the  
remote control.  
Disc and card handling  
precautions  
Handle discs by the edges to avoid inadvertent  
scratches or fingerprints on the disc.  
Do not attach labels or stickers to discs.  
Do not use disc cleaning sprays, benzine,  
thinner, static electricity prevention liquids or  
any other solvent.  
Clean any dust, water, or foreign matter from  
the terminals on the rear side of the card.  
Do not use the following discs:  
LR6, AA  
(Alkaline batteries)  
– Discs with exposed adhesive from removed  
stickers or labels (rented discs, etc).  
– Discs that are badly warped or cracked.  
– Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart  
shapes.  
Point it at the remote control signal sensor on this  
unit. (> 7)  
To dispose or transfer this unit  
The unit may keep the user settings information in  
the unit. If you discard this unit either by disposal  
or transfer, then follow the procedure to return all  
the settings to the factory presets to delete the  
user settings. (> 34, “To return all settings to the  
factory preset.”)  
The operation history may be recorded in the  
memory of this unit.  
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Playable media  
Type  
Logo examples  
Type detail  
BD-Video  
BD-RE  
Playable contents  
Video  
Video, JPEG, MPO  
BD  
Video,  
DivX® [For_Canada],  
BD-R  
MKV  
DVD-Video  
Video  
DVD-R  
Video, AVCHD,  
DivX® [For_Canada],  
MKV, JPEG,  
MPO, FLAC, MP3,  
WAV  
DVD  
DVD-R DL  
DVD-RW  
Video, AVCHD  
Music [CD-DA]  
+R/+RW/+R DL  
Music CD  
DivX® [For_Canada],  
MKV, JPEG,  
MPO, FLAC, MP3,  
Music [CD-DA], WAV  
CD  
CD-R  
CD-RW  
SD Memory Card (from 8 MB to 2 GB)  
SDHC Memory Card (from 4 GB to 32 GB)  
SDXC Memory Card (48 GB, 64 GB)  
AVCHD, AVCHD 3D,  
MP4, MPEG2, JPEG,  
MPO  
SD  
(Compatible with both mini and micro types)  
DivX® [For_Canada],  
MP4, MPEG2, MKV,  
JPEG, MPO, FLAC,  
MP3, WAV  
USB devices  
(up to 2 TB)  
USB  
See pages 6 and 40 for more information on the types of content that can be played.  
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Discs that cannot be played in  
this unit  
Music CD  
Operation and sound quality of CDs that do not  
conform to CD-DA specifications (copy control  
CDs, etc.) cannot be guaranteed.  
Any other disc that is not specifically  
supported or previously described.  
The digital audio content side of a DualDisc  
does not meet the technical specifications of  
the Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA) format  
so playback may not be possible.  
DVD-RAM  
Super Audio CD  
Photo CD  
DVD-Audio  
Video CD and Super Video CD  
WMA discs  
SD card  
miniSD Cards, microSD Cards,  
microSDHC Cards and microSDXC  
Cards can be used, but must be used  
with an adaptor card. These are  
usually supplied with such cards, or  
otherwise customer provided.  
[For_U.S.A.]  
:
All types of DivX discs  
DivX Plus HD discs  
[For_Canada]  
PAL discs  
HD DVD  
:
BD-Video discs recorded at a rate of 50 fields/sec  
To protect the card’s contents, move  
the record prevention tab (on the SD card) to  
“LOCK”.  
This unit is compatible with SD Memory Cards  
that meet SD Card Specifications FAT12 and  
FAT16 formats, as well as SDHC Memory  
Cards in FAT32 format and SDXC Memory  
Cards in exFAT.  
Region management information  
BD-Video  
This unit can play BD-Video discs supporting the  
region code “A”.  
Example:  
If the SD card is used with incompatible  
computers or devices, recorded contents may  
be erased due to the card being formatted etc.  
Usable memory may be slightly less than the  
card capacity.  
DVD-Video  
This unit can play DVD-Video discs supporting  
the region number “1” or “ALL”.  
Example:  
1
2
1
ALL  
USB device  
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This unit does not guarantee connection with all  
USB devices.  
Finalize  
This unit does not support USB device charging.  
DVD-R/RW/R DL, +R/+RW/+R DL and CD-R/RW  
recorded by a recorder, etc. needs to be finalized  
by the recorder to play on this unit. Please refer to  
the recorder’s instructions.  
FAT12, FAT16, FAT32, and NTFS file systems  
are supported.  
This unit supports USB2.0 High Speed.  
This unit supports an HDD formatted in FAT32  
and NTFS. If the HDD is not recognized, the  
power to the HDD may not be supplied. Supply  
power from an external source.  
BD-Video  
This unit supports high bit rate audio (Dolby®  
Digital Plus, Dolby® TrueHD, DTS-HD High  
Resolution Audio and DTS-HD Master Audio)  
adopted in BD-Video.  
It may not be possible to play the above media in some cases  
due to the type of media, the condition of the recording, the  
recording method, and how the files were created.  
3D  
3D videos and 3D still pictures can be played  
back when this unit is connected to a 3D  
compatible TV using a High Speed HDMI Cable.  
The producers of the disc can control how discs are  
played, so you may not always be able to control play as  
described in this Owner’s Manual. Read the disc’s  
instructions carefully.  
2D video can be enjoyed as 3D virtually. (> 27)  
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Control reference guide  
1
2
Turn the unit on and off  
TV operation buttons  
12  
1
13  
You can operate the Panasonic TV through  
the unit’s remote control. (Depending on the  
TV these buttons may not work.)  
[Í TV] : Turn the television on and off  
[AV] : Switch the input select  
[i j VOL] : Adjust the volume  
Show the Home screen of the VIERA  
Connect (> 22)  
ヰヱユワチ チヤロヰヴユ  
14  
2
3
15  
16  
3
4
4
Select title numbers, etc./Enter numbers or  
characters  
[CANCEL] : Cancel  
5
5
6
7
8
Basic playback control buttons (> 19)  
Show Top menu (> 20)  
Show HOME menu (> 17)  
6
7
17  
18  
Touchpad (> 8)  
Used for various operation  
Move the highlight, confirm the selection, etc.  
Show Option menu (> 25)  
10 Colored buttons  
9
8
Used for various purposes depending on the  
display  
11 Video option buttons (> 26)  
12 Transmit the remote control signal  
13 Open or close the disc tray (> 17)  
14 Show status messages (> 20)  
15 Show NETFLIX screen (> 22)  
16 Start up a video communication (> 22)  
17 Show Pop-up menu (> 20)  
18 Show KEYS screen on the screen (> 9)  
19 Return to previous screen  
19  
9
10  
11  
1
2
3 4 5  
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
Pull to flip down  
the front panel.  
1
Standby/on switch* (Í/I) (> 14)  
5
Remote control signal sensor  
Distance: Within approx. 7 m (23 feet)  
Angle: Approx. 20e up and down, 30e left and  
right  
Disc tray (> 17)  
Open or close the disc tray* (> 17)  
Stop* (> 19)  
Touch to switch the unit from on to standby  
mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit  
is still consuming a small amount of power.  
Display  
2
3
6
7
8
9
CALL LED  
The LED will light up when this unit receives  
incoming call etc. of the video  
communication. (> 22)  
Start play* (> 19)  
10 SD card slot (> 17)  
4
V.OFF LED (Video off LED)  
It is possible to set the LED to turn on/off.  
(> 33)  
11 USB port (> 17)  
*
These buttons work just by touching the marks.  
The volume of operation sound can be adjusted by “Unit  
Operation Sound” . (> 33)  
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Switching the screen  
Some screens can be switched by lightly flicking  
your finger horizontally or vertically on the  
touchpad.  
Flick your finger quickly and release from the  
touchpad.  
Using the touchpad  
The touchpad of the remote control is used for  
various operations such as moving the highlight  
or pointer, confirming the selection, playback  
control, entering characters, etc.  
Basic touchpad operation  
Move the highlight or the pointer  
While touching the touchpad, the highlight or  
pointer will move according to the movement of  
your finger.  
e.g.,  
e.g.,  
Player Settings  
Video  
Audio  
3D  
Language  
Network  
Bad example of flicking  
You can move the highlight continuously to up,  
down, left and right, by touching and holding an  
edge of the touchpad.  
Finger stops on the touchpad  
It may not work depending on the screen.  
Movement is too slow  
Confirm the selection  
Tap the touchpad to confirm the selection.  
Release your finger as soon as it touches the  
touchpad.  
It may not operate correctly in following cases:  
– Operate with your fingernails  
– Operate wearing gloves  
– Operate with wet hand  
Do not press the touchpad with pointed objects such as  
ballpoint pen, etc., or press with excessive force.  
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Using the KEYS screen  
Entering characters  
The KEYS screen that can perform item  
selection, playback control, text input, etc., is  
displayed on the screen when [KEYS] is pressed.  
KEYS screen operation will take priority over all  
other operation on the screen.  
1 When the keyboard screen appears:  
Move the highlight or the pointer onto  
“Input Mode”, then tap.  
You can select the input method from two  
types as follows. The mode switches each  
time “Input Mode” is selected.  
1 Select the screen to operate by pressing  
on [KEYS] several times.  
(> below, Types of KEYS screen )  
Screen can also be switched by flicking  
horizontally.  
Mode 1:  
The highlight moves vertically or horizontally  
as your finger moves on the touchpad.  
Input Nickname  
2 Move the pointer onto the key to select.  
User 2  
Shift  
Delete  
Finish  
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Space  
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Symbols  
Alphanumeric  
Other Characters  
OK  
RETURN  
3 Release your finger and then tap.  
Mode 2:  
To hide the KEYS screen  
The pointer moves freely according to the  
movement of your finger.  
Press [RETURN].  
Types of KEYS screen  
Following screens switch in turn each time  
[KEYS] is pressed.  
Select to move the cursor in the text box  
Input Nickname  
1
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2
3
User 2  
Shift  
Delete  
Finish  
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Input Mode  
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Space  
-
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Symbols  
Alphanumeric  
Other Characters  
4
5
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1
Select title numbers, etc./Enter numbers or  
characters  
Show Top menu (> 20)  
2 Move the highlight or the pointer onto a  
key, then tap.  
2
3
4
5
Show Pop-up menu (> 20)  
Show status messages (> 20)  
[3, 4, 2, 1] : Move the highlight for selection  
[OK] : Confirm the selection  
6
Change the display position of the KEYS  
screen. The position switches each time the  
key is selected.  
7
Basic playback control buttons (> 19)  
[HOME], [KEYS], [OPTION] and [RETURN]  
indications are only for guidance purpose.  
Selection of these keys is not possible on the  
KEYS screen.  
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STEP 1 : Connecting to a TV  
Perform either one of the following connections in accordance with your TV input terminal.  
Before making any connections, we recommend that you temporarily disconnect all the units from AC  
power.  
Do not connect video signals through a video recorder. Due to copy guard protection the picture may  
not be displayed properly.  
Use the High Speed HDMI cables. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.  
It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. When outputting 1080p signal, please use  
HDMI cables 5.0 meters (16.4 ft.) or less.  
Recommended part number (High Speed HDMI Cable):  
RP-CDHS15 (1.5 m/4.9 ft.), RP-CDHS30 (3.0 m/9.8 ft.), RP-CDHS50 (5.0 m/16.4 ft.), etc.  
HDMI AV OUT (High quality)  
HDMI IN  
HDMI cable  
Use HDMI AV OUT MAIN terminal.  
VIDEO OUT (Standard quality)  
VIDEO IN  
L
AUDIO IN  
R
Audio/Video cable  
Connect terminals of the same color.  
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STEP 2 : Connecting to an amplifier/receiver  
Perform either one of the following connections in accordance with your amplifier/receiver input  
terminal.  
HDMI AV OUT MAIN  
HDMI cable  
HDMI cable  
HDMI OUT  
(ARC)  
HDMI IN  
(ARC)  
HDMI IN  
Amplifier/receiver  
Set “Digital Audio Output” (> 29).  
When connecting to a non-3D compatible amplifier/receiver, connect this unit to a TV via HDMI AV  
OUT, then connect the TV and the amplifier/receiver. Please note, however, that the audio can only  
be up to 5.1ch.  
When using the TV or amplifier/receiver that does not have the indication of “(ARC)”  
(non-ARC-compatible) on the HDMI terminal, in order to enjoy TV’s sound by amplifier/receiver it is  
also required to connect the amplifier/receiver and TV using an optical digital cable.  
HDMI AV OUT SUB  
You can enjoy richer sound by using the HDMI AV OUT SUB terminal.  
HDMI cable  
HDMI cable  
HDMI IN  
HDMI IN  
Amplifier/receiver  
Set “HDMI(SUB) Output Mode” to “V.OFF”. (> 28)  
– Audio is output in high resolution regardless of compatibility of the amplifier/receiver with 3D.  
It is possible to playback 3D videos and 3D still pictures when the connected TV is 3D compatible,  
even if the amplifier/receiver is not 3D compatible.  
The HDMI connection using HDMI AV OUT MAIN supports VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” (> 24).  
The HDMI AV OUT SUB terminal is not compatible with the VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”.  
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DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL)  
Optical digital cable  
OPTICAL IN  
COAXIAL IN  
OR  
Coaxial cable  
Amplifier/receiver  
Set “HDMI Audio Output” to “Off” (> 29).  
Set “Digital Audio Output” (> 29).  
5.1/7.1ch AUDIO OUT  
Connect Audio  
cables to terminals  
corresponding to  
the speakers you  
have connected.  
Amplifier/receiver  
Cable connections  
A
B
C
D
E
Front speaker (L/R)  
Surround speaker (L/R)  
Center speaker  
Subwoofer  
Surround back speaker (L/R)  
(Only for 7.1ch AUDIO OUT)  
Set the “Analog Audio Output” to “7.1ch” or “2ch (Downmix) + 5.1ch”, depending on the used terminal  
(> 30).  
You can set the “Analog Audio Output” from the easy setting (> 14).  
When connecting equipment with HDMI AV OUT terminal, set “HDMI Audio Output” to “Off” (> 29).  
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STEP 3 : Connecting to the network  
The following services can be used when this unit is connected to broadband.  
Firmware can be updated (> 16)  
You can enjoy BD-Live (> 21)  
You can enjoy VIERA Connect (> 22)  
You can access other devices (Home Network) (> 23)  
This unit supports Wi-Fi DirectTM and can make a wireless connection to wireless devices without  
router. You can use this function when enjoying Home Network feature, etc. Internet access is not  
available while connected via Wi-Fi DirectTM. (> 23, 31)  
For details about connection method, refer to the instructions supplied with the connected equipment.  
Wireless LAN connection  
This unit can be connected to a wireless router wirelessly.  
Wireless router, etc.  
Internet  
For up-to-date compatibility information on your wireless router, refer to  
(This site is in English only.)  
For additional information about this unit refer to  
The unit is not compatible with public wireless LAN services provided in airports, stations, cafes, etc.  
See page 39 for the precautions of wireless LAN connection.  
LAN cable connection  
LAN Cable  
Broadband router, etc.  
Internet  
Use category 5 or above straight LAN cables (STP) when connecting to peripheral devices.  
Inserting any cable other than a LAN cable in the LAN terminal can damage the unit.  
STEP 4 : Connecting to an AC power source  
To a household AC outlet  
AC power supply cord (supplied)  
This unit consumes a small amount of AC power (> 39) even when turned off. In the interest of  
power conservation, if you will not be using this unit for an extended period of time, it can be  
disconnected.  
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STEP 5 : Settings  
Easy Network Setting  
Easy Setting  
After completing “Easy Setting”, you can perform  
“Easy Network Setting”.  
After connecting your new player for the first time  
and pressing [Í], a screen for the basic settings  
will appear.  
Wired connection  
Select “Wired”.  
Preparation  
Easy Network Setting  
Turn on the television and select the  
appropriate video input on the television.  
Select a connection mode.  
Current setting  
:
Wired  
1 Press [Í].  
Setup screen appears.  
2 Follow the on-screen instructions and  
apply the settings.  
Wired  
Wireless  
OK  
RETURN  
Follow the on-screen instructions to apply your  
connection settings.  
You can perform this setup anytime by selecting “Easy  
Setting” in the Setup menu. (> 32)  
If this unit is connected to a Panasonic TV (VIERA)  
supporting HDAVI Control 2 or later via an HDMI cable,  
then setting information on the TV such as “On-screen  
Language” is acquired by this unit.  
About “Analog Audio Output” setting:  
Initial setting is set to “2ch (Downmix) + 5.1ch”, so you will  
need to select “7.1ch” if using the 7.1ch output.  
Wireless connection  
Preparation  
Obtain your network name (> 15, SSID).  
If your wireless connection is encrypted,  
please be sure that you know your  
encryption key (password).  
1 Select “Wireless”.  
2 Select “Search for wireless network” or  
“WPS (PUSH button method)” , then  
follow the on-screen instructions and  
apply the settings.  
Wireless Settings  
Select a connection method.  
Please refer to the operating instructions of your wireless  
access point about connection methods.  
Search for wireless network  
WPS (PUSH button method)  
“WPS (PUSH button method)”  
If you are using a wireless router that supports  
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected SetupTM), you can easily  
perform the settings.  
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To enter your network name (SSID) manually  
If your network name (SSID) is not displayed in  
step 1, follow these steps.  
“Search for wireless network”  
The available wireless networks will be displayed.  
1
Select your network name.  
1
To display the network name (SSID) input  
screen :  
If your network name is not displayed,  
search again by pressing the [R] button on  
the remote control. Stealth SSID will not be  
displayed; in this case, enter manually.  
Press [HOME] > select “Setup” > select  
“Player Settings” > select “Network” > select  
“Network Settings” > select “Wireless  
Settings” > select “Connection Setting” >  
select “Manual setting”  
Wireless Settings  
Select a wireless network for connection.  
2
Tap to select “SSID” and enter your SSID.  
Network name (SSID)  
XXXXXXXXXX  
Reception  
XXXXXXXXXX  
XXXXXXXXXX  
XXXXXXXXXX  
Wireless Settings  
Enter your network name (SSID) to connect.  
XXXXXXXXXX  
XXXXXXXXXX  
XXXXXXXXXX  
SSID  
OK  
Search again  
R
G
B
Y
Set  
OPTION  
RETURN  
If your wireless network is encrypted, go to step  
2.  
When your wireless network is encrypted  
2
Tap to select “Encryption Key”.  
Wireless Settings  
Refer to the operating instructions of the hub or router.  
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is a standard that facilitates  
Enter the encryption key (password) of the wireless network.  
settings relating to the connection and security of wireless  
LAN devices. To see whether your wireless router supports  
WPS, check the wireless router operating instructions.  
You can perform this setup anytime by selecting “Easy  
Network Setting” in the Setup menu. (> 31)  
Encryption Key  
Set  
You can redo these settings individually using “Network  
Settings”. (> 31)  
Do not use this unit to connect to any wireless network for  
which you do not have usage rights.  
During automatic searches in a wireless network  
environment, wireless networks (SSID*) for which you  
do not have usage rights may be displayed; however,  
using these networks may be regarded as illegal access.  
After performing network settings on this unit, the settings  
3
Enter your encryption key (password).  
Encryption Key (Password)  
l
(encryption level, etc.) of the wireless router might change.  
When you have trouble getting online on your PC, perform  
the network settings on your PC in accordance with the  
settings of the wireless router.  
Please be aware that connecting to a network without  
encryption may result in the content of the communication  
being illegitimately viewed by a third party, or the leaking of  
data such as personal or secret information.  
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Finish  
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Symbols  
Alphanumeric  
Other Characters  
OK  
RETURN  
* SSID:  
An SSID (Service Set IDentification) is a name used by  
wireless LAN to identify a particular network.  
Transmission is possible if the SSID matches for both  
devices.  
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Reprogramming the  
remote control  
If you have more than one Panasonic player/  
recorder and the remote control operates both  
products at once, you will need to change the  
remote control code to prevent this occurrence.  
(> 33, “Remote Control Code”)  
Firmware updates  
Occasionally, Panasonic may release updated  
firmware for this unit that may add or improve the  
way a feature operates. These updates are  
available free of charge.  
This unit is capable of checking the firmware  
automatically when connected to the Internet via  
a broadband connection.  
When a new firmware version is available, the  
following message is displayed.  
New firmware is available.  
Please update firmware in Setup.  
To update the firmware  
Press [HOME] > select “Setup” > select  
“Player Settings” > select “System” > select  
“Firmware Update” > select “Update Now”  
DO NOT DISCONNECT the unit from the AC  
power or perform any operation while the update  
takes place.  
After the firmware is installed, “FINISH” will be  
displayed on the unit’s display. Unit will restart  
and the following screen will be displayed.  
The firmware was updated.  
Current Version: x.xx  
OK  
RETURN  
If downloading on this unit fails or this unit is not  
connected to the Internet, then you can download the  
latest firmware from the following website and burn it  
to a CD-R to update the firmware.  
(This site is in English only.)  
To show the firmware version on this unit.  
(> 33, “Firmware Version Information”)  
Downloading will require several minutes. It may take  
longer or may not work properly depending on the  
connection environment.  
If you do not want to check for the latest firmware version,  
set “Automatic Update Check” to “Off”. (> 33)  
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Playback  
Inserting or removing  
media  
HOME menu  
Major functions of this unit can be operated from  
the HOME menu.  
Preparation  
Turn on the television and select the appropriate  
video input on the television.  
1 Press [Í] to turn on the unit.  
2 Operate the touchpad to select the item.  
Tap to select the centered item.  
Swipe or flick your finger up, down, left, or  
right to select other items.  
Notes  
If there are any other items, repeat this step.  
When inserting a media item, ensure that it is  
facing the right way up.  
HOME  
When removing the SD card, press the center  
of the card and pull it straight out.  
If you connect a Panasonic product with a USB  
connection cable, the setup screen may be  
displayed on the connected equipment. For  
details, refer to the instructions for the  
connected equipment.  
Use the front USB port when you connect a  
USB memory or a USB HDD. The USB port on  
the rear panel is only for the Communication  
Camera.  
Network  
Blu-ray Disc Player  
Photos  
Setup  
Music  
Videos  
Personalize  
1st user  
Videos/Photos/Music  
Disc  
Play back the contents. (> 19)  
When multiple contents are  
recorded, select the types of  
contents or the title.  
CAUTION  
SD Card  
USB  
Do not place objects in front of the unit. The disc  
tray may collide with objects when it is opened,  
and this may cause malfunction.  
Network  
Network  
Service  
Displays the Home screen of  
VIERA Connect. (> 22)  
DLNA Client (> 23)  
Home  
Network  
Media Renderer (> 23)  
Setup  
Player  
Settings  
(> 28)  
SD Card  
Management  
(> 21)  
Changes the background of  
HOME menu.  
Wallpaper  
To show the HOME menu  
Press [HOME].  
Items to be displayed may vary with the media.  
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Smartphone used as a remote  
control can be registered with  
respect to each user.  
Multiple users cannot be  
registered for one smartphone.  
Multi User Mode  
Multi User Mode is a function that enables  
switching of multiple settings easily.  
Up to 4 people can use the unit with their own  
settings.  
Personalize  
Smartphone  
4 Select “Confirm”.  
To change the personalized user information  
Select “Edit User Information” from Setup menu.  
(> 33)  
The following settings can be personalized.  
The user icon  
The wallpaper of Home menu  
The audio and picture settings (> 25, 28)  
HOME  
Switching the user  
USER1  
A
Network  
Blu-ray Disc Player  
There are three ways to switch the user as follows.  
Using colored buttons  
Photos  
Setup  
Music  
Press the colored buttons in the Home menu to  
Videos  
switch to the user corresponding to the button.  
USER1  
Personalize  
2nd user  
Using facial recognition  
(Only when connected to Communication  
Camera > 22)  
This is a function for fun using the Communication  
camera and enables user switching by facial  
recognition. Perform “Create from Photos” (> left)  
to personalize your facial photo before using this  
function.  
B
A
B
The user name and icon currently selected  
Personalize a new user and switch the  
users with colored buttons.  
Personalizing a new user  
1 Press [HOME].  
1 Press [OPTION] in the Home menu and  
select “Facial Recognition”.  
2 Press a colored button that indicates new  
user personalization.  
2 Turn the face to Communication Camera.  
3 Select an item and change the settings  
according to the indications.  
The camera captures your face and determines  
the closest face from the personalized user  
photos, and then displays the results.  
The following items can be set.  
Input  
Accuracy of the recognition may be  
reduced depending on the captured image.  
Personalize a user name.  
Nickname  
Personalize a user icon.  
3 Follow the indications on the screen.  
Select from Illustrations  
The image can be selected from  
prepared illustrations.  
To redo the facial recognition, press  
[RETURN].  
Using registered smartphones  
Create from Photos  
If the Communication camera is  
connected, you can shoot and  
personalize your photo.  
When the unit is turned on using the  
registered smartphone, the user who  
registered the smartphone will automatically  
be selected.  
Select Icon  
You can also select a photo in  
recording media as an icon.  
(> 25, “Icon Personalization”)  
Perform the “Remote Device Settings”. (> 31)  
To use smartphones as a remote control, installation of  
dedicated software is required. For more details, refer to  
the following website.  
(This site is in English only.)  
Personalize a background of the  
Home menu.  
Other than prepared wallpapers,  
you can also select a photo in  
recording media as a wallpaper.  
(> 25, “Wallpaper”)  
Select  
Wallpaper  
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Playback  
Skip  
While playing or paused, press [  
Skip to the title, chapter or track.  
:] or [9].  
1 Insert the media.  
Playback starts depending on the media.  
Frame-by-frame  
2 Select the item to play.  
Repeat this procedure if necessary.  
While paused, swipe your finger right or left  
on the touchpad.  
Press [1PLAY] to revert to normal playback  
speed.  
BD-Video and AVCHD: Forward only.  
DISCS CONTINUE TO ROTATE WHILE MENUS ARE  
DISPLAYED. Press [STOP] when you have finished  
playback to protect the unit’s motor, your television screen  
and so on.  
DivX [For_Canada] and MKV: Successive play is not  
possible.  
It is not possible to play back AVCHD and MPEG2 video  
which have been dragged and dropped, copied and pasted  
to the media.  
To save on electricity, the power is turned off automatically  
if there is no button operation for about 30 minutes when  
not playing back (such as when paused, displaying the  
menu, displaying still pictures, etc.). (Compatible with  
ENERGY STAR)  
Playback operations using  
KEYS screen  
Playback operations are also possible with the  
KEYS screen.  
1 Repeatedly press [KEYS] to display the  
playback control screen.  
Operations during playback  
Following functions may not work depending on  
the media and contents.  
Stop  
Press [STOP].  
The stopped position is memorized.  
Resume play function  
2 Select a key.  
Press [1PLAY] to restart from this position.  
The position is cleared if the tray is opened or  
you press [STOP] several times to display  
“STOP” on the unit’s display.  
On BD-Video discs including BD-J, the  
resume play function does not work.  
See page 9 for the KEYS screen operation.  
Stop  
Pause  
Pause  
Press [;PAUSE].  
Search/Slow motion  
Skip  
Press [;PAUSE] again or [1PLAY] to restart play.  
Search/Slow motion  
Search  
Skip backward 10 seconds  
It will play back after skipping  
backward approximately 10  
seconds every time the key is  
selected.  
While playing, press [SEARCH6] or  
[SEARCH5].  
Music and MP3: The speed is fixed to a single step.  
Slow motion  
While paused, press [SEARCH6] or  
[SEARCH5].  
Changing audio  
You can change the audio  
channel number or soundtrack  
language, etc.  
BD-Video and AVCHD: [SEARCH5] only.  
The speed increases up to 5 steps.  
Press [  
1PLAY] to revert to normal playback speed.  
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Quick playback control  
Displaying menus and  
playback information  
Basic operation can be performed by swiping the  
edge of the touchpad with your finger, such as the  
following.  
Show top menu/pop-up  
menu  
Perform the operation when the KEYS screen is  
not displayed.  
Press [TOP MENU] or [POP-UP MENU].  
Select the item and press [OK].  
Stop  
Show the status messages  
While playing, press [STATUS].  
The status messages give you information about  
what is currently being played. Each time you  
press [STATUS], the display information may  
change or will disappear from the screen.  
Depending on media and contents, the display  
may change or may not appear.  
Play  
or  
e.g., BD-Video  
Pause  
A
B
BD-Video  
T1 C1 0:05.14  
Play  
0:20.52  
D
Frame-by-frame  
(during pause)  
C
A
B
C
D
T: Title, C: Chapter, PL: Playlist  
Elapsed time in the title  
Current position  
Forward: Swipe your  
finger from left to right.  
Backward: Swipe your  
finger from right to left.  
Total time  
e.g., JPEG  
1 / 26  
Date  
Size  
11/12/2007  
500 x 375  
Search forward  
Manufacturer  
Equipment  
Search backward  
Skip forward  
Skip backward  
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Enjoying 3D video and  
photos  
Slideshow  
Play a slideshow of photos and make various  
settings during the playback.  
Preparation  
Connect 3D compatible TV to an HDMI AV OUT  
MAIN terminal of this unit using a High Speed  
HDMI Cable. (> 10, 11)  
1 Insert the media.  
2 Select “Photos”.  
Perform the necessary preparations for the TV.  
3 Select an item and press [G].  
Play back following the instructions displayed  
on the screen.  
The following items can be set.  
3D Settings (> 27, 30)  
Start the slideshow.  
Start  
Slideshow  
You can display still pictures in  
the selected folder one by one at  
a constant interval.  
Please refrain from viewing 3D images if you do not feel  
well or are experiencing visual fatigue.  
In the event that you experience dizziness, nausea, or  
other discomfort while viewing 3D images, discontinue use  
and rest your eyes.  
3D images may not output as settings of “HDMI  
Resolution” and “24p Output”. (> 28)  
Display  
Interval  
Change the display interval.  
Transition  
Effect  
Select the effect when sliding  
pictures.  
When playing back 3D photos from “Photos” screen, select  
from the “3D” list. (Still pictures in “2D” are played back in  
2D.)  
If “2D” and “3D” indications are not displayed, press [R] to  
switch the view of playback contents.  
Set whether to repeat the  
slideshow.  
Repeat Play  
Set whether to play background  
music.  
FLAC, MP3 and WAV on the  
USB device can be played  
back during the slideshow of  
JPEG on the USB device or the  
SD card.  
A music CD can also be played  
back during the slideshow of  
JPEG on the SD card.  
Enjoying BD-Live  
Soundtrack  
With “BD-Live” discs, you can enjoy bonus  
contents that use Internet access.  
For this BD-Live function, insertion of an SD card  
is necessary along with Internet connection.  
1 Perform network connection and settings.  
(> 13, 14)  
Soundtrack Select the folder from which the  
Folder  
music files are played.  
2 Insert an SD card with 1 GB or more free  
space.  
Random  
Soundtrack random order.  
Background music is played in  
The SD card is used as the local storage.  
3 Insert the disc.  
Still pictures displayed as “  
with this unit.  
When both the music CD and the USB device with  
recorded music are inserted into this unit, the music CD  
has priority to be played back as background music.  
” cannot be played back  
Deleting data/Formatting SD  
cards  
Select “SD Card Management” in the Home  
menu (> 17) , then select “BD-Video Data  
Erase” or “Format SD Card”.  
The usable functions and the operating method may vary  
with each disc, please refer to the instructions on the disc  
and/or visit their website.  
“BD-Live Internet Access” may need to be changed for  
certain discs (> 32).  
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VIERA Connect  
1 Press [INTERNET].  
The video communication service can be  
(Enjoying NETFLIX, etc.)  
accessed directly by pressing [  
and NETFLIX can be accessed directly by  
pressing [NETFLIX] button.  
] button,  
VIERA Connect allows you to access some  
specific websites supported by Panasonic, and  
enjoy Internet contents such as photos, videos,  
etc. from VIERA Connect Home screen. This unit  
has no full browser function and all features of  
websites may not be available.  
2 Select the item.  
To exit from VIERA Connect  
Press [HOME].  
VIERA Connect provides a variety of  
selected Internet services such as the  
following.  
Online movie rental service  
Video communication service  
Video browsing service  
When playing content in the media, VIERA Connect cannot  
be accessed by pressing [INTERNET].  
In the following cases, settings are possible using the  
Setup menu items.  
– When restricting the use of VIERA Connect  
(> 32, “Network Service Lock”)  
– When the audio is distorted  
(> 31, “Audio Auto Gain Control”)  
– When wrong time is displayed  
(> 31, “Time Zone”, “DST”)  
XXXXX  
*
If using slow Internet connection, the video may not be  
displayed correctly. A high speed Internet service with a  
speed of at least 6 Mbps is recommended.  
Be sure to update the firmware when a firmware update  
notice is displayed on the screen. If the firmware is not  
updated, you will not be able to use the VIERA Connect  
function. (> 16)  
X
XXXXXXXX  
XXXXXX  
XXXXX  
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX  
F
MORE  
XXXXXXXXXXX  
New York, NY  
BACK  
XXXX  
39°F  
XXXX  
Mostly Cloudy  
Market  
VIERA Connect Home screen is subject to change without  
notice.  
The services through VIERA Connect are operated by their  
respective service providers, and service may be  
discontinued either temporarily or permanently without  
notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty for the  
content or the continuity of the services.  
Internet  
All features of websites or content of the service may not  
be available.  
Some content may be inappropriate for some viewers.  
Some content may only be available for specific countries  
and may be presented in specific languages.  
*
Images are for illustration purposes, contents may change  
without notice.  
Preparation  
Network connection (> 13)  
Network setting (> 14)  
To enjoy video communication (e.g. SkypeTM) :  
Connect this unit with optional Communication  
Camera (TY-CC20W or TY-CC10W).  
Depending on your location, this optional  
camera may not be available. Please consult  
your local Panasonic dealer for advice.  
Communication Camera  
TY-CC20W or TY-CC10W.  
For operating method refer to the following  
website.  
(This site is in English only.)  
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Home Network feature  
Using the Digital Media  
Controller  
You can use the smartphone, etc. as the Digital  
Media Controller (DMC) to play back contents  
from DLNA server on the Renderer (this unit).  
Playing back contents on  
the DLNA server  
You can share photos, videos and music stored in  
the DLNA Certified media server (PC with  
Windows 7 installed, smartphone, etc.) connected  
to your home network, and enjoy the contents  
with this player.  
Possible applications:  
*
Server  
Renderer  
*
Controller  
Server  
Player  
Preparation  
*
Server  
1
2
3
Perform network connection (> 13) and  
network settings (> 14) of this unit.  
Perform Home Network settings of the  
connected equipment.  
Add the contents and folder to the libraries of  
the Windows Media® Player or the  
smartphone, etc.  
+
Renderer  
Controller  
*
DMC compatible software should be installed.  
Preparation  
Perform steps 1 to 3. (> left )  
4
Perform the “Remote Device Settings”. (  
>
31)  
You can register up to 16 devices.  
Playlist of Windows Media® Player can play  
back only the contents that are stored in the  
libraries.  
1 Press [HOME].  
2 Select “Network”.  
3 Select “Home Network”.  
4 Select “Media Renderer”.  
1 Press [HOME].  
2 Select “Network”.  
3 Select “Home Network”.  
4 Select “DLNA Client”.  
5 Select “Home Network” or “Wi-Fi Direct”,  
then follow the indications on the screen.  
The list can be updated by pressing [R] on  
the remote control.  
6 Operate the DMC compatible devices.  
To exit from Media Renderer screen  
Press [HOME].  
The connection method can be switched to  
Wi-Fi Direct by pressing [G] on the remote  
control.  
5 Select the equipment.  
6 Select the item to play.  
For more details, refer to the following website  
and the operating instructions for each of the  
equipment.  
(This site is in English only.)  
You may be able to use convenient  
functions depending on the content by  
pressing [OPTION].  
Control Panel (> 26) is displayed once the  
Wi-Fi Direct connection while using Home Network feature  
is only temporary, and the network connection method  
returns to the original setting when exiting.  
Depending on the contents and the connected equipment,  
playback may not be possible.  
playback starts. Tap the touchpad if the  
Control Panel is not displayed, and press  
[RETURN] to hide the Control Panel.  
Items displayed in gray on the display cannot be played  
back by this unit.  
This unit can be played back via connected equipment only  
when controlled using DMC.  
To exit from Home Network  
Press [HOME].  
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VIERA LinkTM  
Power off link  
“HDAVI ControlTM”  
All connected equipment compatible with “HDAVI  
Control”, including this unit, automatically turns off  
when you switch the television off.  
What is VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”?  
VIERA LinkTM is a new name for EZ  
SyncTM  
.
Playing music continuously even after turning  
off power to the television  
When the unit is connected to a Panasonic TV  
(VIERA) that supports HDAVI Control 2 or later  
and an amplifier/receiver supports VIERA Link.  
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a  
convenient function which will link the  
operations of this unit and a Panasonic  
TV (VIERA) or amplifier/receiver under  
“HDAVI Control”.  
You can use this function by connecting  
the equipment with an HDMI cable*. See  
the operating instructions for connected  
equipment for operational details.  
1
While playing music  
Press [OPTION].  
Select “TV Power”.  
2
Easy control only with  
VIERA remote control  
*
Only when connecting via an HDMI AV OUT MAIN terminal  
on this unit.  
Only when TV supports “HDAVI Control 2” or  
later  
By using the TV remote control, you can perform  
various playback operations and settings.  
See the operating instructions of the TV for more  
details.  
Preparation  
1
2
3
Set “VIERA Link” to “On” (> 33). (The default  
setting is “On”.)  
Set the “HDAVI Control” operations on the  
connected equipment (e.g., TV).  
Turn on all “HDAVI Control” compatible  
equipment and select this unit’s input channel  
on the connected TV so that the “HDAVI  
Control” function works properly.  
The buttons that you can use for this unit vary depending  
on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of  
the TV.  
The operation of this unit may be interrupted when you  
press certain buttons on the TV remote control.  
This unit supports “HDAVI Control 5” function.  
“HDAVI Control 5” is the newest standard (current as of  
November, 2011) for Panasonic’s HDAVI Control  
compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with  
Panasonic’s conventional HDAVI equipment.  
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”, based on the control  
functions provided by HDMI which is an industry standard  
known as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a  
unique function that we have developed and added. As  
such, its operation with other manufacturers’ equipment  
that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed.  
Please refer to individual manuals for other manufacturers’  
equipment supporting VIERA Link function.  
Also, when the connection or settings are  
changed, repeat this procedure.  
Automatic input switching  
Power on link  
When the following operations are performed, the  
input channel of the television will be  
automatically switched and the screen of this unit  
will be displayed.  
When the television is off, the television will  
automatically turn on.  
– When play starts on the unit  
– When an action that uses the display screen is  
performed  
(e.g., Home menu)  
When “HDMI(SUB) Output Mode” (> 28) is set  
to “Normal” and the power of the device  
connected to the HDMI AV OUT SUB is turned  
on, the Power on link to the device connected to  
the HDMI AV OUT MAIN will not work.  
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Settings  
Option menu  
Operation Menu  
A variety of playback operations and settings can  
be performed from this menu.  
Soundtrack  
Show or change the soundtrack.  
Available options differ depending on the playing  
contents and the condition of the unit.  
Audio channel  
Select the audio channel number.  
About Multi User Mode  
: Settings of the items with this indication are  
saved by the respective users registered in the  
Home menu.  
Subtitle  
Change the subtitle settings.  
Please refer to page 18 for details about user  
registration and switching.  
Angle  
Select the number of the angle.  
1 Press [OPTION].  
Repeat Play  
When playing music, select “Playback  
Settings”.  
(Only when the elapsed time is being displayed  
on the unit’s display.)  
Select the item that you want to repeat.  
The items displayed differ depending on the  
type of media.  
e.g., BD-Video  
Operation Menu  
Soundtrack  
1
ENG DTS-HD MSTR Multi  
Subtitle  
Select “Off” to cancel.  
Angle  
1
Repeat Play  
Status  
Off  
Shuffle  
Secondary Video  
Playback Information Window  
Control Panel  
Top Menu  
Select whether or not to play random.  
Pop-up Menu  
Start Slideshow  
Start the slideshow.  
2 Select an item and change the settings.  
Status  
Show the status messages.  
To exit the screen  
Press [OPTION].  
Rotate Right  
Rotate Left  
Rotate the still picture.  
Regarding Language : (> 38)  
Wallpaper  
Set the still picture to the wallpaper of HOME  
menu. (> 17)  
Icon Personalization  
Set the still picture as your user icon. (> 18)  
Video  
The recording method of original video appears.  
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Secondary Video  
Select on/off for images. The  
Video Settings  
recording method of original  
video appears.  
During search/slow motion or  
frame-by-frame, only the  
primary video is displayed.  
Picture Mode  
Select the picture quality mode during play.  
If you select “User”, you can change settings in  
“Picture Adjustment”.  
Video  
Select on/off for audio and  
language.  
Picture Adjustment  
Specific picture quality settings can be performed.  
3D NR:  
Soundtrack  
Reduces the rough noise in the background to  
give a greater feeling of depth.  
When “24p Output” is set to “On”, this function  
may not operate. (> 28)  
Playback Information Window  
Displays the following.  
Audio/video attribute information of disc.  
Integrated NR:  
Settings status of “Digital Audio Output”  
Smoothes block noise and reduces the  
smudging that appears around contrasting  
sections of the picture.  
(> 29).  
HDMI output information.  
(First: HDMI(MAIN), Second: HDMI(SUB))  
Press [RETURN] to exit.  
Chroma Process  
The high resolution processing of HDMI chroma  
signals produces a high resolution picture with  
rich picture quality.  
Control Panel  
Display the Control Panel.  
Playing back while using VIERA Link, etc.  
Detail Clarity  
e.g.,  
EXIT  
The picture is sharp and detailed.  
Super Resolution  
Pictures of normal image quality are corrected to  
sharp and detailed images when output as 1080i/  
1080p from HDMI AV OUT.  
Tap to select the center key.  
Swipe your finger up, down, left, or right to select  
the keys accordingly.  
Press [RETURN] to hide the Control Panel.  
Progressive  
Select the method of conversion for progressive  
output to suit the type of material being played.  
Top Menu  
Display Top Menu.  
When the content is distorted, change the  
settings from “Auto” to “Video”.  
Pop-up Menu  
Display Pop-up Menu.  
24p  
Movies and other material recorded on  
DVD-Video at 24p are output at 24p.  
Only when you have selected “On” in “24p  
Output” (> 28).  
Menu  
Display Menu.  
Screen Aspect  
Switch the screen mode.  
Personal Preference  
You can access settings to enjoy special features  
of this unit from this category.  
Refer to “Video Settings” and “Audio Settings”  
(> 27) for more details on each setting item.  
Reset to Default Video Settings  
Return video settings to the factory preset.  
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High Clarity Sound Plus  
Audio Settings  
When playing back music contents, it improves  
the sound quality by stopping the video output.  
When “No HDMI Output” is selected, the sound  
is output only from the AUDIO OUT and the  
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT.  
Sound Effects*1, *2  
Select the sound effect.  
Night Surround:  
Enjoy a movie with powerful sound even when  
the volume is kept low at night. The audio is set  
in such a way that it can be heard easily.  
Re-master:  
This feature gives you brighter sound by  
increasing the high frequency portion of the  
audio. (Discs recorded at 48 kHz or less)  
Recommended setting  
Only when you have selected “Enable” in “High  
Clarity Sound” (> 30).  
*1  
Not every function can be set individually.  
This function is effective for audio from HDMI AV OUT or  
*2  
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT only when “Digital Audio Output” is  
set to “PCM” (> 29). (However, in this case, audio is output  
as 2ch from DIGITAL AUDIO OUT.)  
3D Settings  
Re-master 1 Pop and rock  
Re-master 2 Jazz  
Signal Format  
Re-master 3 Classical  
Original  
Keep original picture format.  
Digital Tube Sound:  
3D picture format comprising of  
left and right screens.  
This feature gives you a warm sound, like that  
produced by a vacuum tube amplifier.  
Side by side  
2D to 3D  
Converts 2D pictures to 3D effect.  
Recommended setting  
Digital Tube Sound 1 A crisp, delicate sound  
Digital Tube Sound 2 A tight, hi-fi sound  
Digital Tube Sound 3 A soft, rich sound  
Digital Tube Sound 4 A clear, powerful sound  
3D Picture Mode  
Play back pictures with normal  
Normal  
Soft  
3D effects.  
You can enjoy 3D pictures with a  
feeling of broadness, holding  
back the depth perception.  
A distinctive mid-range  
Digital Tube Sound 5  
sound  
A soft, enveloping  
Digital Tube Sound 6  
Play back 3D pictures with  
settings of “Manual Settings”  
Manual  
sound  
.
Dialog Enhancer*2  
The volume of the center channel is raised to  
make dialog easier to hear.  
Manual Settings  
Set the amount of depth  
perception.  
Selects how the screen appears  
Distance  
High Clarity Sound  
Screen Type during 3D playback (flat or  
When connected to TV via the HDMI terminal for  
outputting image, it produces clearer sound.  
Only when you have selected “Enable” in “High  
Clarity Sound” (> 30).  
round).  
Set the amount of feathering at  
Frame Width  
the edge of screen.  
Set the color of feathering at the  
Frame Color  
edge of screen.  
Pop-Out Level  
(Only when “Full HD” is selected in “3D Type”  
(> 30).)  
3D position for the Option menu or message  
screen, etc. can be adjusted during 3D playback.  
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HDMI Output  
Tap to show the following settings:  
Setup menu  
Change the unit’s settings if necessary. The  
settings remain intact even if you switch the unit  
to standby.  
¾HDMI Resolution  
The items supported by the connected devices  
are indicated on the screen as “¢”. When any  
item without “¢” is selected, the images may be  
distorted.  
If “Auto” is selected, the best suited output  
resolution to the connected television is  
automatically selected.  
To enjoy high-definition video up-converted to  
1080p, you need to connect the unit directly  
to 1080p compatible HDTV (High Definition  
Television). If this unit is connected to an  
HDTV through other equipment, the other  
equipment must also be 1080p compatible.  
Some items in the Setup menu are common to  
the Option menu. You can get the same effect  
with both menus.  
About Multi User Mode  
: Settings of the items with this indication are  
saved by the respective users registered in the  
Home menu.  
Please refer to page 18 for details about user  
registration and switching.  
1 Press [HOME].  
2 Select “Setup”.  
3 Select “Player Settings”.  
¾24p Output  
When this unit is connected to a TV supporting  
1080/24p output using an HDMI cable, movies  
and other material recorded at 24p are output at  
24p.  
When playing DVD-Video, set to “On” and  
then set “24p” in “Video Settings” (> 26) to  
“On”.  
When BD-Video images other than 24p are  
played, images are output at 60p.  
24p : A progressive image recorded at a rate  
of 24 frames per second (motion-picture film).  
Many BD-Video movie contents are recorded  
in 24 frames/second in accordance with the  
film materials.  
Player Settings  
Picture Mode  
Normal  
Video  
Audio  
3D  
Picture Adjustment  
Chroma Process  
Detail Clarity  
Advanced  
0
1
Super Resolution  
HDMI Output  
Language  
Still Mode (paused video)  
Seamless Play  
Auto  
On  
Network  
Ratings  
System  
Black Level Control  
Lighter  
OK  
RETURN  
4 Select an item and change the settings.  
To exit the screen  
Press [HOME].  
¾HDMI Color Mode  
This setting is for selecting color-space  
conversion of the image signal when the unit is  
connected using an HDMI cable.  
¾Deep Color Output  
This setting is for selecting whether to use Deep  
Color output when a television that supports  
Deep Color is connected.  
Video  
Picture Mode  
(> 26)  
¾Contents Type Flag  
Depending on the playback content, the TV will  
output adjusting to the optimal method when a  
TV that supports this function is connected.  
Picture Adjustment  
(> 26)  
(> 26)  
(> 26)  
(> 26)  
Chroma Process  
¾HDMI(SUB) Output Mode  
Set to output the video from the HDMI AV OUT  
SUB terminal or not.  
Detail Clarity  
Super Resolution  
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Still Mode (paused video)  
¾BD-Video Secondary Audio  
Select whether or not to mix the primary and  
secondary audio (including the button click  
sound).  
Select the type of picture shown when you pause  
playback.  
Automatically selects the type of  
picture shown.  
If “Off” is selected, the unit outputs the primary  
audio only.  
Auto  
Select if jittering occurs when “Auto” is  
selected.  
Field  
¾HDMI Audio Output  
This setting selects whether or not to output  
audio from HDMI.  
Select “Off” when the TV is connected to this  
unit via HDMI AV OUT, and this unit is also  
connected to other devices, such as an  
amplifier/receiver via DIGITAL AUDIO OUT.  
Select if small text or fine patterns cannot  
Frame  
be seen clearly when “Auto” is selected.  
Seamless Play  
The chapter segments in playlists are played  
seamlessly.  
Select “On” when the picture freezes for a  
moment at the chapters segment in playlists.  
PCM Down Conversion  
Select how to output audio with a sampling  
frequency of 96 kHz for the PCM output from the  
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT.  
Black Level Control  
(This works only for video output from the VIDEO  
OUT terminal.)  
If “On” is selected, the signals that are  
converted to 48 kHz are output.  
Select lighter or darker for adjusting the black level  
to the desired setting for picture enhancement.  
If “Off” is selected, and the connected  
equipment does not support 96 kHz, the sound  
will not be output normally.  
Signals are converted to 48 kHz despite the  
settings in the following cases:  
– when the signals have a sampling frequency  
of 192 kHz  
– when the disc has copy protection  
– when “BD-Video Secondary Audio” is set to “On”  
Audio  
Sound Effects  
(> 27)  
(> 27)  
Dialog Enhancer  
Downmix  
Dynamic Range Compression  
Select the downmix system of multi-channel to  
2-channel sound.  
You can listen at low volumes but still hear dialog  
clearly.  
(Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby  
TrueHD only)  
“Auto” is effective only when playing Dolby  
TrueHD.  
Select “Surround encoded”, when the connected  
equipment supports the virtual surround function.  
There is no effect on “Bitstream” via HDMI AV  
OUT and DIGITAL AUDIO OUT.  
The audio will be output in “Stereo” in the  
following cases:  
Digital Audio Output  
– AVCHD playback  
Tap to show the following settings:  
– Playback of secondary audio (including the  
button click sound).  
¾Dolby D/Dolby D +/Dolby TrueHD  
¾DTS/DTS-HD  
Select the audio signal to output.  
Select “PCM”, when the connected  
equipment cannot decode the respective  
audio format. This unit decodes the audio  
format and transmits to the connected  
equipment.  
Not making the proper settings may result in  
noise.  
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7.1ch Audio Reformatting  
3D Type  
Surround sound with 6.1ch or less is automatically  
expanded and played back at 7.1ch.  
Select the format of the connected TV.  
Change the settings for 3D on the TV also when  
“Checker board” or “Side by side” is selected.  
If “Off” is selected, sound is played over the  
original number of channels. (Note that in the  
case of 6.1ch audio, playback will be at 5.1ch.)  
Audio reformatting is enabled in the following  
cases:  
3D Playback Precautions  
Set to display or hide the 3D viewing warning  
screen when playing back the 3D compatible  
video software.  
– When you have selected “PCM” in “Digital  
Audio Output”.  
– When the audio is Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital  
Plus, Dolby TrueHD or LPCM.  
– BD-Video playback  
Manual Settings  
(> 27)  
(> 27)  
Pop-Out Level  
High Clarity Sound  
When connected to TV via the HDMI terminal for  
outputting image, it produces clearer sound.  
Select “Enable” to use “High Clarity Sound” or  
“High Clarity Sound Plus” in the Option menu.  
(> 27)  
Language  
Audio Language  
Choose the language for audio.  
If “Original” is selected, the original language of  
each disc will be selected.  
Enter a code (> 38) when you select “Other  
¢¢¢¢”.  
Audio Delay  
Synchronization between picture and sound is  
corrected by adjusting the delay time of the audio  
output.  
Subtitle Language  
Choose the language for the subtitle.  
Analog Audio Output  
If “Auto” is selected and the language selected  
for “Audio Language” is not available, subtitles  
of that language will automatically appear if  
available on that disc.  
Enter a code (> 38) when you select “Other  
¢¢¢¢”.  
You can set the optimum multi-channel surround  
sound for your speakers from this unit when the  
settings cannot be adjusted from a connected  
amplifier/receiver with AUDIO OUT terminals.  
Select “2ch (Downmix) + 5.1ch” or “7.1ch” and  
then set the following options.  
– Speaker presence and size  
Menu Language  
L
R
(
)
C
SW  
LS  
RS LB RB  
Choose the language for the disc menus.  
Enter a code (> 38) when you select “Other  
¢¢¢¢”.  
ms  
0.0  
– Delay time (  
)
dB  
0.0  
– Channel balance (  
)
Subtitle Text  
To finish the speaker setting  
Select “Complete”.  
Select a suitable item according to the language  
used for DivX [For_Canada] or MKV subtitles text.  
This item is displayed only after playing back a file.  
3D  
On-screen Language  
Choose the language for menus and on-screen  
messages.  
3D BD-Video Playback  
Select the playback method of 3D compatible  
video software.  
3D AVCHD Output  
Select the output method of 3D AVCHD videos.  
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¾Network Service Settings (> 22)  
(VIERA Connect)  
Network  
Tap to show the following settings:  
Easy Network Setting (> 14)  
Audio Auto Gain Control  
Network Settings  
Volume that is different depending on the  
contents is adjusted automatically to the  
standard volume while using the VIERA  
Connect.  
Depending on contents, this function effect  
will not work.  
Perform network-related settings individually.  
Tap to show the following settings:  
¾LAN Connection Mode  
Select the LAN connection method.  
Select “Wireless Master” when you make a  
direct wireless connection between this unit  
and a Home Network device. Internet  
connection is not available when this item is  
selected.  
Select “Off” when the audio is distorted.  
Time Zone  
By selecting the time zone, it is possible to set  
the unit’s time to match your location.  
Some VIERA Connect contents require the  
time zone to be set. Set the time zone if  
necessary.  
¾Wireless Settings  
This allows the wireless router and connection  
settings to be set. Current connection settings  
and connection state can be checked.  
DST  
Select “On” when using Daylight Saving time.  
Connection Setting  
The wireless router connection wizard will be  
displayed.  
¾Network Drive Connection  
It is possible to access the shared folder of  
equipment not compatible with DLNA, such as  
the Windows XP operating system, and play  
back video, still pictures, and music on this unit.  
For the setting and operation method of  
connected equipment, refer to the following  
website.  
Double Speed Mode Setting (2.4GHz)  
When a 2.4 GHz wireless format is used, this  
sets the connection speed.  
If you connect using the “Double Speed  
Mode (40MHz)”, 2 channels use the same  
frequency band, and there is consequently  
a greater risk of reception interference. This  
can cause the connection speed to drop or  
become unstable.  
(This site is in English only.)  
¾Remote Device Settings (> 23)  
Tap to show the following settings:  
¾IP Address/DNS Settings  
This is for checking the state of the network  
connection and setting the IP address and  
DNS-related.  
Remote Device Operation  
Enable to operate by DMC.  
If “On” is selected, “Quick Start” will be  
activated.  
Tap to show the respective setting.  
¾Proxy Server Settings  
Setting Unit Name  
Set the name of this unit to be displayed on  
the connected equipment.  
This is for checking the state of connection with  
the Proxy server and performing settings.  
Tap to show the respective setting.  
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Registration Type  
Allow connection to all the  
System  
Auto  
equipment that is accessing  
this unit.  
Easy Setting  
You can execute basic settings.  
Set the permission of the  
connection individually for the  
equipment that is accessing  
this unit.  
Display Settings  
Tap to show the following settings:  
Manual  
¾TV Aspect  
Set to match the type of television connected.  
Remote Device List  
When connected to a 4:3 aspect television and  
playing 16:9 ratio image:  
Registering/deregistering of the displayed  
equipment can be performed when “Manual”  
in “Registration Type” is selected.  
The sides are cut  
off so the picture  
¾BD-Live Internet Access (> 21)  
4:3 Pan &  
Scan  
fills the screen.  
When playing  
You can restrict Internet access when BD-Live  
functions are used.  
If “Allow (Limited)” is selected, Internet  
access is permitted only for BD-Live contents  
which have content owner certificates.  
BD-Video, video is output as “4:3  
Letterbox”.  
Black bands  
appear at the top  
and bottom of the  
picture.  
4:3  
Letterbox  
Ratings  
When connected to a 16:9 widescreen  
television and playing 4:3 ratio image:  
The following items use the same password.  
Don’t forget your password.  
Video is displayed as a 4:3 ratio  
16:9  
DVD-Video Ratings  
image in the center of the screen.  
Set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play.  
Video is displayed as a  
16:9 Full  
horizontally stretched 16:9  
image.  
BD-Video Ratings  
Set an age limit of BD-Video play.  
¾Screen Saver Function  
Network Service Lock  
You can restrict the usage of VIERA Connect.  
This is to prevent burn-in on the screen.  
When this is set to “On”:  
If a list of playback content is displayed and  
there is no operation for 10 minutes or more,  
the screen switches to HOME menu  
automatically.  
While playing and pausing, etc., this function  
is not available.  
¾Status Messages  
Choose whether to show status messages  
automatically.  
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¾VIERA Link  
Firmware Update (> 16)  
Set to use “HDAVI Control” function when  
connected via HDMI cable to a device that  
supports “HDAVI Control”.  
Tap to show the following settings:  
¾Automatic Update Check  
Select “Off” when you do not want to use  
“HDAVI Control”.  
When this equipment remains connected to the  
Internet, it will check for the latest firmware  
version when it is turned on and you can update  
it if necessary.  
Unit Settings  
Tap to show the following settings:  
¾Update Now  
You can update the firmware manually if a  
firmware update is available.  
¾Front Panel Display  
Changes the brightness of the unit’s display.  
If “Auto” is selected, the display is set to bright  
and only dimmed during playback.  
System Information  
Tap to show the following settings:  
¾HDMI(SUB) V.OFF LED Control  
¾License  
Set to light the HDMI (SUB) V.OFF LED or not.  
This will light when “HDMI(SUB) Output  
Mode” is set to “V.OFF”, and the power of the  
connected equipment to the HDMI AV OUT  
SUB is on.  
Information about the software used by this unit  
is displayed.  
¾Firmware Version Information  
Display firmware version of this unit and  
wireless LAN module.  
¾Unit Operation Sound  
Set the volume of operation of this unit.  
DivX Registration [For_Canada]  
¾Edit User Information  
Change the user information registered in the  
Home menu.  
You need this registration code to purchase and  
play DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content.  
Restore Default Settings  
Quick Start  
This returns all values in the Setup menu and the  
Option menu to the default settings, except for  
some settings of network, ratings, remote control  
code, language, etc.  
Speed of startup from power off is increased.  
When set to “On”, the internal control unit will be  
powered and the idle power consumption will  
increase compared to when set to “Off”. (About  
the power consumption > 39)  
Remote Control Code  
Change the remote control code if other  
Panasonic products react to this remote control.  
Touchpad Guide  
Show the operation guide for the touchpad.  
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Reference  
Troubleshooting guide  
General operation  
Before requesting service, please perform the  
following steps.  
To return to the factory preset.  
¾
Select “Yes” in “Restore Default Settings” in  
Do you have the latest firmware installed?  
Firmware updates may be released to correct  
operating irregularities that are discovered  
with certain movies. (> 16)  
4
Make the following checks and visit our  
website for more information.  
For U.S.A. :  
Enter the model number.  
For Canada :  
4
the Setup menu. (> 33)  
To return all settings to the factory preset.  
¾
1
Reset the unit as follows:  
While the unit is off, press and hold [KEYS],  
[B] and [Y] on the remote control at the same  
time for more than 5 seconds.  
– “00 RET” is displayed on the unit’s display.  
Press [R] repeatedly on the remote control  
until “08 FIN” is displayed on the unit’s  
display.  
2
3
Press and hold [G] on the remote control at  
least 3 seconds.  
Or visit our website to find a service  
center.  
You can find a service center near you easily  
This unit is turned off when the input for the  
TV is switched.  
on our website.  
¾
This is a normal phenomenon when using VIERA  
Link (HDAVI Control 4 or later). For details please  
read the operating instructions for the TV.  
Other support information:  
“Customer Services Directory (United States  
and Puerto Rico)” (> 44) or “Limited  
Warranty (Only for CANADA)” (> 45).  
The remote control doesn’t work properly.  
¾
¾
Change the batteries in the remote control. (  
The remote control and main unit are using  
different codes. If “SET ” is displayed on the  
unit’s display when a button is pressed on the  
remote control, change the code on the  
remote control. (> 33, 37)  
>
4)  
The following do not indicate a problem with  
this unit:  
– Regular disc rotating sounds.  
– Image disturbance during search.  
– Image disturbance when replacing 3D discs.  
The TV tuner mode is not displayed when the  
TV is switched on.  
Unit doesn’t respond to remote  
control or front panel buttons.  
¾
This phenomenon may occur, depending on the  
TV setting, when “Quick Start” is set to “On”.  
Depending on the TV, this phenomenon may  
be prevented by reconnecting the HDMI cable  
to a different HDMI input terminal or by  
Touch and hold [Í/I] on the main unit for  
3 seconds.  
– If still unable to power the unit off, disconnect  
the power cord, wait 1 minute, then reconnect  
the power cord.  
¾
changing the HDMI auto connection setting.  
You have forgotten your ratings password.  
You want to cancel the ratings level.  
Cannot eject disc.  
The unit may have a problem.  
¾
1
The ratings level returns to the factory preset.  
While the unit is on, press and hold [KEYS],  
[B] and [Y] on the remote control at the same  
time for more than 5 seconds.  
1
While the unit is off, press and hold [KEYS],  
[B] and [Y] on the remote control at the same  
time for more than 5 seconds.  
– “00 RET” is displayed on the unit’s display.  
Press [R] repeatedly on the remote control  
until “06 FTO” is displayed on the unit’s  
display.  
– “00 RET” is displayed on the unit’s display.  
Press [R] repeatedly on the remote control  
until “03 VL” is displayed on the unit’s display.  
Press [G] on the remote control.  
2
3
2
3
Press [G] on the remote control.  
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This unit does not recognize the USB  
connection correctly.  
Video is not output in high-definition.  
¾
Confirm that “HDMI Resolution” in the Setup  
¾
Disconnect and reconnect the USB cable. If it  
still does not recognize the connection, turn  
the power of this unit off and on again.  
USB devices may not be recognized by this  
unit when connected using the following:  
– a USB hub  
menu is set properly. (> 28)  
3D video is not output.  
¾
¾
¾
¾
Change the settings as required by the  
connected TV format. (> 30, “3D Type”)  
Is there a non-3D compatible amplifier/receiver  
connected between this unit and a TV? (  
If there is a non-3D compatible amplifier/  
– a USB extension cable  
>
11)  
¾
If you connect USB HDD to this unit, use the  
USB cable that is supplied with the HDD.  
receiver connected to the HDMI AV OUT SUB  
terminal, set the “HDMI(SUB) Output Mode”  
to “V.OFF”. (> 11)  
The buttons of the unit do not work.  
¾
Touch the buttons with your finger. They may  
not work if operated with your fingernails or  
hands wearing gloves.  
¾
¾
¾
Are the settings on this unit and the TV  
correct? (> 21)  
Is the amplifier/receiver that is connected  
between this unit and TV on?  
Depending on the connected TV, the video  
being played back might switch to 2D video  
due to changes in resolution etc. Check the  
3D setting on the TV.  
Picture  
The images from this unit do not appear on  
the television.  
Picture is distorted.  
3D video is not output correctly as 2D.  
¾
An incorrect resolution is selected in “HDMI  
Resolution”. Reset the setting as follows:  
While the unit is on, press and hold [KEYS],  
[B] and [Y] on the remote control at the same  
time for more than 5 seconds.  
¾
Select “Set before play” in the Setup menu,  
and select “2D Playback” in the setup screen  
displayed when playing 3D discs. (> 30, “3D  
BD-Video Playback”)  
1
¾
Discs that have recorded titles with Side by  
side (2 screen structure) and that can be  
enjoyed in 3D are played back in accordance  
with the settings of the TV.  
– “00 RET” is displayed on the unit’s display.  
Press [R] repeatedly on the remote control  
until “04 PRG” is displayed on the unit’s  
display.  
Press and hold [G] on the remote control for  
at least 3 seconds.  
2
3
No subtitles.  
When progressive output is on, closed  
captions/subtitles cannot be displayed.  
¾
Set the item again. (> 28)  
– When Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD,  
and DTS-HD audio are not output in  
bitstream, select “Yes” in “Restore Default  
Settings” and make proper settings. (> 33)  
When “3D BD-Video Playback” in the Setup  
menu is set to “Auto”, images may not be  
output depending on the connection method.  
After removing the disc from this unit, select  
“Set before play” in the Setup menu, and  
select “2D Playback” in the setup screen  
displayed when playing 3D discs. (> 30)  
The subtitles overlap closed captions  
recorded on discs.  
¾
Turn off the subtitles or the closed caption  
¾
setting on the TV. (> 25)  
A black band is displayed around the edge of  
the screen.  
The aspect ratio of the screen is abnormal.  
¾
¾
Confirm the “TV Aspect” is set properly. (  
Adjust the aspect setting on the television.  
>
32)  
Video is not output.  
¾
Set “High Clarity Sound” in the Setup menu to  
“Disable” to use the VIDEO OUT terminal. (  
>
30)  
¾
Video from the HDMI AV OUT SUB terminal is  
not output when the “HDMI(SUB) Output  
Mode” is set to “V.OFF”. (> 28)  
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Audio  
Network  
Cannot switch audio.  
I can’t connect to the network.  
¾
When connecting an amplifier/receiver using  
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT or HDMI AV OUT  
terminal, you cannot switch the audio if  
“Digital Audio Output” is set to “Bitstream”.  
Set “Digital Audio Output” to “PCM”. (> 29)  
¾
Confirm the network connection and settings.  
(> 13, 14, 31)  
Check the operating instructions for each  
device and connect accordingly.  
¾
When using wireless LAN connection, video  
from the DLNA Certified media server is not  
played back or video frames are dropped  
during playback.  
Cannot hear the desired audio type.  
¾
Check the connections and the “Digital Audio  
Output” settings. (> 11, 29)  
¾
Higher transfer rate router such as 802.11n  
(2.4 GHz) wireless router may solve the  
problem. If you use 802.11n (2.4 GHz)  
wireless router, it is necessary to set the  
encryption type to “AES”.  
¾
When the unit is connected to an amplifier/  
receiver with the AUDIO OUT terminals, set  
“Analog Audio Output”. (> 30)  
¾
¾
To output audio from a device connected with  
an HDMI cable, set “HDMI Audio Output” to  
“On” in the Setup menu. (> 29)  
When connecting this unit to a TV via an  
HDMI AV OUT MAIN and to an amplifier/  
receiver via an HDMI AV OUT SUB, set  
Simultaneous use with a microwave, cordless  
telephone etc. at 2.4 GHz may result in  
connection interruptions or other problems.  
On the “Wireless Settings” screen (> 31), the  
continuous lighting of at least 4 “Reception”  
indicators is the target for a stable connection.  
If 3 or fewer indicators are lit or the  
¾
“HDMI(SUB) Output Mode” to “V.OFF”. (  
>
11)  
There is no sound coming out from the TV.  
Audio may not output from the TV when the  
connection is being interrupted, change the  
position or angle of your wireless router and  
see if the connection state improves. If there  
is no improvement, connect to a wired  
network and perform the “Easy Network  
Setting” (> 14) again.  
¾
amplifier/receiver is connected to the HDMI  
AV OUT SUB, and “HDMI(SUB) Output  
Mode” (> 28) is set to “V.OFF”. In such a  
case, output audio from the amplifier/receiver.  
To output audio from the TV, set the  
“HDMI(SUB) Output Mode” to “Normal”.  
Playback  
Disc cannot be played.  
The disc is dirty. (> 4)  
¾
Still pictures (JPEG) do not play back normally.  
¾
The images that were edited on the PC, such  
as Progressive JPEG, etc., may not be played  
back.  
I can’t play back BD-Live.  
¾
¾
The SD card is write-protected. (> 6)  
Confirm that this unit is connected to the  
broadband Internet. (> 13)  
¾
¾
Confirm the “BD-Live Internet Access”  
settings. (> 32)  
Confirm an SD card is inserted into the SD  
card slot. (> 17)  
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Messages  
On the unit’s display  
The following messages or service numbers  
appear on the television or unit’s display.  
F99  
¾
The unit fails to operate properly. Press [Í/I]  
on the main unit for 3 seconds to switch the  
unit to standby, then switch back on.  
On the television  
Cannot play.  
HDMI ONLY  
Some BD-Video discs can only be output with  
HDMI.  
¾
You inserted an incompatible disc (Discs  
¾
recorded in PAL video, etc.).  
Cannot display on this unit.  
NET  
¾
You tried to play a non-compatible image.  
Confirm “SD” on the unit’s display is not  
displayed and re-insert the card.  
¾
While connecting to a network.  
¾
No PLAY  
¾
There is a viewing restriction on a BD-Video  
or DVD-Video. (> 32)  
No disc inserted.  
The disc may be upside down.  
¾
No READ  
The media is dirty or badly scratched. The  
unit cannot play.  
$ This operation is not available.  
¾
¾
Some operations are unsupported by the unit.  
For example;  
– BD-Video: During playback, reverse slow  
motion or reverse frame-by-frame is not  
possible.  
PLEASE WAIT  
The unit is carrying out an internal process.  
¾
This is not a malfunction. You cannot operate  
the unit while “PLEASE WAIT” is displayed.  
IP address is not set.  
¾
The “IP Address” in “IP Address/DNS  
Settings” is “---. ---. ---. ---”. Set the “IP  
Address”, “Subnet Mask”, and “Default  
Gateway”. (Select the automatic address  
acquisition if necessary.)  
REMOVE  
The USB device is drawing too much power.  
Remove the USB device.  
¾
SET (“ ” stands for a number.)  
¾
The remote control and main unit are using  
different codes. Change the code on the  
remote control.  
Press and hold [OPTION] and the following  
button at the same time for more than  
5 seconds depending on the indication.  
The current wireless network security setting  
is weak. It is recommended to change to a  
stronger security setting.  
¾
Authentication type for the wireless LAN is set  
to “Open system”, or the encryption type is  
set to “No encryption”. It is recommended to  
encrypt for safety reasons. For details, refer  
to the instructions of the wireless router being  
used. Encryption is required when playing  
back video, etc., from DLNA compatible  
devices.  
SET 1: [G]  
SET 2: [B]  
SET 3: [Y]  
U59  
¾
The unit is hot.  
The unit switches to standby for safety  
reasons. Wait for about 30 minutes until the  
message disappears.  
Select a position with good ventilation when  
installing the unit.  
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H or F  
(“ ” stands for a number.)  
Supplemental  
¾
¾
There is something unusual.  
information  
Check the unit using the troubleshooting  
guide. If the service number remains  
displayed, do the following.  
Display languages list  
Display Language Display Language Display Language  
ENG  
FRA  
DEU  
ITA  
ESP  
NLD  
SVE  
NOR  
DAN  
POR  
RUS  
English  
French  
German  
Italian  
Spanish  
Dutch  
Swedish  
Norwegian  
Danish  
JPN  
CHI  
KOR  
MAL  
VIE  
THA  
POL  
CES  
SLK  
HUN  
FIN  
Japanese  
Chinese  
Korean  
Malay  
Vietnamese MRI  
Thai  
ARA  
HIN  
PER  
IND  
Arabic  
Hindi  
1
2
Disconnect the plug from the AC outlet, wait a  
few seconds, then reconnect it.  
Press [Í/I] to turn the power on.  
Persian  
Indonesian  
Maori  
Bulgarian  
Romanian  
Greek  
BUL  
RUM  
GRE  
TUR  
If the service number remains displayed despite  
doing the above, request service from the dealer.  
Inform the dealer of the service number when  
requesting service.  
Polish  
Czech  
Slovak  
Hungarian  
Finnish  
Turkish  
Others  
Portuguese  
Russian  
START  
¾
The system is being restarted during the  
firmware update. Please do not turn off the  
unit.  
Language code list  
Language Code Language Code Language Code  
Abkhazian:  
Afar:  
Afrikaans:  
Albanian:  
6566 Gujarati:  
6565 Hausa:  
6570 Hebrew:  
8381 Hindi:  
6577 Hungarian:  
6582 Icelandic:  
7289 Indonesian:  
6583 Interlingua:  
6589 Irish:  
7185 Rhaeto-Romance:  
7265  
8277  
UPD/  
(“ ” stands for a number.)  
¾
7387 Romanian:  
7273 Russian:  
7285 Samoan:  
7383 Sanskrit:  
7378 Scots Gaelic: 7168  
7365 Serbian:  
8382  
7165 Serbo-Croatian: 8372  
8279  
8285  
8377  
8365  
Amharic  
Arabic:  
:
The firmware is being updated.  
Please do not turn off the unit.  
Armenian:  
Assamese:  
Aymara:  
Azerbaijani:  
Bashkir:  
Basque:  
6590 Italian:  
7384 Shona:  
7465 Sindhi:  
7487 Singhalese:  
7578 Slovak:  
7583 Slovenian:  
7575 Somali:  
7589 Spanish:  
7579 Sundanese:  
7585 Swahili:  
7679 Swedish:  
7665 Tagalog:  
8378  
8368  
8373  
8375  
8376  
8379  
6983  
8385  
8387  
8386  
8476  
8471  
8465  
8484  
8469  
8472  
6679  
8473  
8479  
8482  
8475  
8487  
8575  
8582  
8590  
8673  
8679  
6789  
8779  
8872  
7473  
8979  
9085  
FINISH  
6665 Japanese:  
6985 Javanese:  
Kannada:  
6678 Kashmiri:  
6890 Kazakh:  
6672 Kirghiz:  
6682 Korean:  
6671 Kurdish:  
7789 Laotian:  
¾
The firmware update is complete.  
Bengali; Bangla:  
Bhutani:  
Bihari:  
Breton:  
Bulgarian:  
Burmese:  
Byelorussian: 6669 Latin:  
Cambodian:  
Catalan:  
Chinese:  
Corsican:  
Croatian:  
Czech:  
7577 Latvian, Lettish: 7686 Tajik:  
6765 Lingala:  
9072 Lithuanian:  
6779 Macedonian:  
7282 Malagasy:  
6783 Malay:  
6865 Malayalam:  
7876 Maltese:  
6978 Maori:  
6979 Marathi:  
6984 Moldavian:  
7079 Mongolian:  
7074 Nauru:  
7678 Tamil:  
7684 Tatar:  
7775 Telugu:  
7771 Thai:  
7783 Tibetan:  
7776 Tigrinya:  
7784 Tonga:  
7773 Turkish:  
7782 Turkmen:  
7779 Twi:  
7778 Ukrainian:  
7865 Urdu:  
7869 Uzbek:  
7879 Vietnamese:  
7982 Volapük:  
Danish:  
Dutch:  
English:  
Esperanto:  
Estonian:  
Faroese:  
Fiji:  
Finnish:  
French:  
Frisian:  
Galician:  
Georgian:  
German:  
Greek:  
Greenlandic:  
Guarani:  
7073 Nepali:  
7082 Norwegian:  
7089 Oriya:  
7176 Pashto, Pushto: 8083 Welsh:  
7565 Persian:  
6869 Polish:  
6976 Portuguese:  
7576 Punjabi:  
7178 Quechua:  
7065 Wolof:  
8076 Xhosa:  
8084 Yiddish:  
8065 Yoruba:  
8185 Zulu:  
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Precautions of Wireless Specifications  
LAN connection  
Signal system  
NTSC  
The following limits are in place regarding the  
usage of this unit. You must be aware of these  
limits before using this unit.  
Panasonic will in no way be responsible for any  
incidental damage which may arise due to a  
failure to obey these limits, or to any condition of  
use or disuse of this unit.  
Data transmitted and received over radio  
waves may be intercepted and monitored.  
This unit contains delicate electronic  
components.  
Operating  
temperature range  
i5 oC to i35 oC  
(i41 oF to i95 oF)  
Operating humidity 10 % to 80 % RH  
range  
(no condensation)  
Video output  
Output level: 1.0 Vp-p (75 )  
Output connector:  
Pin jack (1 system)  
Audio output  
Output level: 2 Vrms (1 kHz, 0 dB)  
Output connector: Pin jack  
Number of connectors:  
7.1 channel discrete output  
1 system  
(2 channel + 5.1 channel  
discrete output)  
Please use this unit in the manner in which it  
was intended and follow the following points:  
– Do not expose this unit to high temperatures  
or direct sunlight.  
– Do not bend, or subject this unit to strong  
impacts.  
Digital audio output Optical digital output  
(Optical terminal)  
Coaxial digital output  
(Pin jack)  
HDMI AV output  
Output connector:  
– Keep this unit away from moisture.  
– Do not disassemble or alter this unit in any way.  
Type A (19 pin) 2 system  
SD card slot  
USB slot  
1 system  
USB2.0  
2 system  
Ethernet  
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX  
1 system  
Wireless LAN  
Standard Compliance:  
IEEE802.11 b/g/n  
Frequency range:  
2.4 GHz band  
Security:  
WPATM/WPA2TM  
(Encryption Type: TKIP/AES,  
Authentication Type: PSK),  
WEP (64 bit/128 bit)  
LASER Specification Class I LASER Product  
Wave length: 790 nm (CDs)/  
660 nm (DVDs)/405 nm (BDs)  
Laser power: No hazardous  
radiation is emitted with the  
safety protection  
Power supply  
AC 120 V, 60 Hz  
Power consumption Approx. 11 W  
Power consumption  
Approx. 0.1 W  
in standby mode  
Power consumption  
in quick start  
standby mode  
Approx. 4.5 W  
Dimensions  
(WkHkD)  
Including the  
projecting parts  
430 mmk59 mmk245 mm  
(Approx. 16 15/16zk2 3/8zk  
9 11/16z)  
Mass (Weight)  
Approx. 2.6 kg (5.72 lbs)  
Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
(Continued on the next page.)  
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File format  
Audio information  
The audio output differs depending on which  
terminals are connected to the amplifier/receiver,  
and the settings on the unit. (> 29, Digital Audio  
Output)  
The number of channels listed is the maximum possible  
number of output channels when connected to amplifier/  
receiver compatible with the respective audio format.  
File format  
Extension  
Reference  
This unit supports ID3 tags,  
but only titles, artist names  
and album names can be  
displayed.  
MP3  
“.MP3”, “.mp3”  
MOTION JPEG and  
Progressive JPEG are  
not supported  
You may not be able to  
play back the file if you  
have edited the folder  
structure or the file name  
on a PC or other device.  
HDMI AV OUT/  
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (Coaxial/Optical)  
JPEG  
“.JPG”, “.jpg”  
“Digital Audio Output”  
Terminal  
“Bitstream”  
“PCM”  
The video file and  
subtitles text file are  
inside the same folder,  
and the file names are  
the same except for the  
file extensions.  
“.DIVX”, “.divx”,  
“.AVI”, “.avi”  
HDMI AV Outputs using BD-Video : 7.1ch PCM*1*2  
OUT  
original audio*1 DVD-Video : 5.1ch PCM  
Subtitles text  
file  
“.SRT”, “.srt”,  
“.SUB”, “.sub”,  
“.TXT”, “.txt”  
DivX  
[For_Canada]  
DIGITAL Dolby Digital/  
AUDIO DTS Digital  
Down-mixed 2ch PCM  
OUT  
Surround  
Some DivX  
[For_Canada] and MKV  
file may not be played  
back, depending on the  
video resolution and  
frame rate condition.  
AUDIO OUT  
“.MKV”, “.mkv”  
Subtitles text  
file  
“.SRT”, “.srt”,  
“.SSA”, “.ssa”,  
“.ASS”, “.ass”  
BD-Video : 7.1ch*1*2  
DVD-Video : 5.1ch  
7.1ch AUDIO OUT  
MKV  
5.1ch AUDIO OUT 5.1ch  
2 ch AUDIO OUT 2ch  
Maximum sampling rate:  
192 kHz/24 bit  
FLAC  
“.flac”  
*1  
*2  
When “BD-Video Secondary Audio” is set to “On”, the audio will  
be output as Dolby Digital, DTS Digital Surround or 5.1ch PCM.  
The audio output is amplified from 5.1ch or 6.1ch to 7.1ch  
depending on the DTS, Inc. specifications.  
Maximum sampling rate:  
48 kHz/16 bit  
WAV  
MPO  
“.wav”  
“.mpo”  
3D still picture  
With certain recording states and folder structures, the play  
order may differ or playback may not be possible.  
Restriction on use of  
unauthorized copied content  
This unit adopts the following technology for  
copyright protection.  
Cinavia Notice  
This product uses Cinavia technology to limit  
the use of unauthorized copies of some  
commercially-produced film and videos and  
their soundtracks. When a prohibited use of an  
unauthorized copy is detected, a message will  
be displayed and playback or copying will be  
interrupted.  
More information about Cinavia technology is  
provided at the Cinavia Online Consumer  
To request additional information about Cinavia  
by mail, send a postcard with your mailing  
address to:  
Cinavia Consumer Information Center, P.O.  
Box 86851, San Diego, CA, 92138, USA.  
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Sony Corporation.  
Java is a registered trademark of Oracle and/or its affiliates.  
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.  
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.  
Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,226,616; 6,487,535; 7,392,195; 7,272,567; 7,333,929;  
7,212,872 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS-HD, the Symbol, & DTS-HD and the Symbol together are  
registered trademarks & DTS-HD Master Audio | Essential is a trademark of DTS, Inc. Product includes software. © DTS, Inc. All  
Rights Reserved.  
This item incorporates copy protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights of Rovi  
Corporation. Reverse engineering and disassembly are prohibited.  
HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in  
the United States and other countries.  
This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license and VC-1 patent portfolio license for the personal and non-commercial  
use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard and VC-1 Standard (“AVC/VC-1 Video”) and/or (ii)  
decode AVC/VC-1 Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained  
from a video provider licensed to provide AVC/VC-1 Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional  
information may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC.  
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“DVD Logo” is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation.  
The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.  
The Wi-Fi Protected Setup Mark is a mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.  
“Wi-Fi”, “Wi-Fi Protected Setup”, “Wi-Fi Direct”, “WPA” and “WPA2” are marks or registered marks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.  
DivX®, DivX Certified® and associated logos are trademarks of Rovi Corporation or its subsidiaries and are used under license.  
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DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX, LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation. This is an official DivX Certified® device that  
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This DivX Certified® device must be registered in order to play purchased DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) movies.  
To obtain your registration code, locate the DivX VOD section in your device setup menu.  
Go to vod.divx.com for more information on how to complete your registration.  
DLNA, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network  
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Skype, associated trade marks and logos and the “  
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(1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation,  
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Source code is also freely available to you and any other member of the public via our website below.  
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4. The Independent JPEG Group's JPEG software.  
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This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Corporation and third parties. Use or distribution of such  
technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.  
(2) MS/PlayReady/Final Product Labeling  
This product contains technology subject to certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft. Use or distribution of this technology outside  
of this product is prohibited without the appropriate license(s) from Microsoft.  
(3) MS/PlayReady/End User Notices  
Content owners use Microsoft PlayReadyTM content access technology to protect their intellectual property, including copyrighted  
content. This device uses PlayReady technology to access PlayReady-protected content and/or WMDRM-protected content. If the  
device fails to properly enforce restrictions on content usage, content owners may require Microsoft to revoke the device’s ability to  
consume PlayReady-protected content. Revocation should not affect unprotected content or content protected by other content access  
technologies. Content owners may require you to upgrade PlayReady to access their content. If you decline an upgrade, you will not be  
able to access content that requires the upgrade.  
(4) Vorbis, FLAC, WPA Supplicant  
The software licenses are displayed when “License” in the Setup menu is selected.(> 33)  
Copyright 2004-2010 Verance Corporation. CinaviaTM is a Verance Corporation trademark. Protected by U.S. Patent 7,369,677 and  
worldwide patents issued and pending under license from Verance Corporation. All rights reserved.  
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Limited Warranty  
(ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)  
Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America,  
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America  
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094  
Panasonic Blu-ray and DVD Products Limited Warranty  
Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA and Puerto Rico Only)  
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or  
workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America  
(referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the  
chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”),  
at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b)  
replace it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund  
your purchase price. The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by  
the warrantor.  
lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids,  
commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use  
of the product, or service by anyone other than a Factory Service Center or  
other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.  
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER  
“LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”.  
THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR  
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS  
PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY.  
(As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the  
servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or  
recorded content. The items listed are not exclusive, but for illustration only.)  
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY  
OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED  
WARRANTY.  
Product or Part Name  
Parts  
Labor  
Blu-ray Disc Player, Portable Blu-ray Disc  
Player  
1 year  
90 days  
Blu-ray Home Theater System  
DVD Player, Portable DVD Player  
DVD Recorder  
1 year  
1 year  
1 year  
1 year  
90 days  
90 days  
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or  
consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so  
the exclusions may not apply to you.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights  
which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or  
after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Service Center. If the  
problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s  
Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.  
Not  
Applicable  
Rechargeable Batteries (pack)  
90 days  
During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the  
“Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. This Limited Warranty  
excludes both parts and labor for non-rechargeable batteries, antennas, and  
cosmetic parts (cabinet). This warranty only applies to products purchased and  
serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to  
the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”.  
PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED  
WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.  
Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)  
Mail-In Service  
For assistance in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico in obtaining repairs, please ship  
the product prepaid to:  
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your  
nearest Dealer or Service Center; purchase  
Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and  
Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at:  
or, contact us via the web at:  
You may also contact us directly at:  
Panasonic Exchange Center  
4900 George McVay Drive  
Suite B  
McAllen, TX 78503  
1-800-211-PANA (7262)  
Monday-Friday 9am-9pm,  
Saturday-Sunday 10am-7pm EST  
When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all supplied accessories listed in  
the Owner’s Manual, and send it prepaid, adequately insured and packed well in  
a carton box. When shipping Lithium Ion batteries please visit our Web Site at  
the most up to date information. Include a letter detailing the complaint, a return  
address and provide a daytime phone number where you can be reached. A  
valid registered receipt is required under the Limited Warranty.  
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855  
Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico)  
IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE  
PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/  
PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID  
AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE  
REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF  
PURCHASE.  
Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic  
Products by visiting our Web Site at:  
Or, send your request by E-mail to:  
You may also contact us directly at:  
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only)  
(Monday-Friday 9am-9pm EST)  
Panasonic National Parts Center  
20421 84th Ave S., Kent, WA 98032  
(We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express)  
Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions  
This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or  
workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic  
damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in  
shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the  
warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect,  
mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments,  
misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge,  
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277  
As of January 2012  
User memo  
:
The model number and serial number of this product can be  
found on either the back or the bottom of the unit.  
Please note them in the space provided below and keep for  
future reference.  
DATE OF PURCHASE  
DEALER NAME  
DEALER ADDRESS  
TELEPHONE NUMBER  
MODEL NUMBER DMP-BDT500  
SERIAL NUMBER  
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Limited Warranty (Only for CANADA)  
Panasonic Canada Inc.  
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3  
PANASONIC PRODUCT - LIMITED WARRANTY  
Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use  
and for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase agrees to, at its option either (a) repair your product  
with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your  
purchase price. The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by Panasonic Canada Inc.  
Technics Audio Product - One (1) year, parts and labour  
Panasonic BD/DVD Product - One (1) year, parts and labour  
Panasonic Audio Receivers - One (1) year, parts and labour  
Home Theater Systems Product - One (1) year, parts and labour  
This warranty is given only to the original purchaser, or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift, of a Panasonic  
brand product mentioned above sold by an authorized Panasonic dealer in Canada and purchased and used in  
Canada, which product was not sold “as is”, and which product was delivered to you in new condition in the original  
packaging.  
IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE HEREUNDER, A PURCHASE RECEIPT OR  
OTHER PROOF OF DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE, SHOWING AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE IS  
REQUIRED  
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS  
This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal  
wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or  
failures which are caused by products not supplied by Panasonic Canada Inc., or failures which result from accidents,  
misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment  
of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand,  
humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or  
service by anyone other than an Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.  
Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage under this warranty.  
THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,  
INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR  
PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR  
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY  
BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY. (As examples, this warranty excludes damages for lost time,  
travel to and from the Authorized Servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded  
content. This list of items is not exhaustive, but for illustration only.)  
In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,  
or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable. This warranty  
gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary depending on your province or territory.  
WARRANTY SERVICE  
For product operation and information assistance, please contact:  
PRODUCT OPERATION ASSISTANCE  
Customer Care Centre:  
Telephone #: 1-800-561-5505  
Fax #: (905) 238-2360  
Email link: “Support # contact us # email” on www.panasonic.ca  
PRODUCT REPAIRS  
Please locate your nearest Authorized Servicentre.  
Link: “Support # Panasonic Servicentre® locator” on www.panasonic.ca  
IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE  
Carefully pack and send prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.  
Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of date of original purchase.  
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Referencia rápida en español  
Funcionamiento básico del  
panel táctil  
(Spanish Quick Reference)  
Conexiones básicas  
Mueva la parte resaltada o el puntero  
Al tocar el panel táctil, la parte resaltada o el puntero se  
desplazará según el movimiento de su dedo.  
Conexión a un televisor  
compatible con HDMI  
Cable HDMI  
HDMI IN  
ATIO  
A
Usted puede mover la parte resaltada en forma  
continua hacia arriba, abajo, la izquierda y la derecha  
tocando y sosteniendo un borde del panel táctil.  
Conexión a un televisor con  
un cable para audio/vídeo  
Confirmar la selección  
Dé un golpe ligero sobre el panel para confirmar  
la selección.  
VIDEO IN  
L
AUDIO IN  
R
Saque el dedo ni bien haya tocado el panel táctil.  
Cable de audio/vídeo  
Conexión a un televisor  
compatible con HDMI y a un  
amplificador/receptor  
compatible con HDMI  
Cambiar la pantalla  
Algunas pantallas pueden cambiarse pasando  
ligeramente el dedo en dirección horizontal o  
vertical sobre el panel táctil.  
Cable HDMI  
HDMI IN  
(ARC)  
Pase el dedo rápidamente y sáquelo del panel.  
HDMI OUT  
(ARC)  
HDMI IN  
Amplificador/  
Receptor  
Conecte el cable de  
alimentación de CA por último  
A una toma de corriente doméstica  
Cable de alimentación de CA (incluido)  
Conéctelo cuando haya realizado el resto de conexiones.  
Ahorro de energía  
Esta unidad consume una pequeña cantidad de energía  
aunque esté ajustada en el modo de espera (Accionamiento  
rápido : Desactivado, aprox. 0,1 W). Para ahorrar energía  
cuando no vaya a utilizar la unidad durante mucho tiempo,  
desenchúfela de la toma de corriente.  
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Uso de la KEYS pantalla  
Reproducción básica  
Preparación  
Encienda el televisor y seleccione la entrada de  
vídeo adecuada en el televisor.  
La pantalla KEYS para selección de opciones,  
control de reproducción, entrada de texto, etc., se  
visualiza cuando se pulsa [KEYS].  
Las funciones de la pantalla KEYS tendrán  
prioridad sobre cualquier otra operación  
visualizada.  
1 Pulse [Í] para encender la unidad.  
Después de conectar su nuevo reprodutor y  
pulsar el botón de encendido, aparecerá la  
pantalla de la configuración básica.  
1 Seleccione la pantalla de funciones  
2 Inserte el medio.  
pulsando [KEYS] varias veces.  
Se puede cambiar de pantalla pasando el  
dedo en dirección horizontal.  
Inicia la reproducción  
2 Mueva el puntero hasta la tecla que desea  
seleccionar.  
Pulse [1PLAY].  
Parada  
Pulse [STOP].  
La posición de detención se memoriza.  
Función de reanudación de la reproducción  
Pulse  
[1PLAY] para reiniciar la reproducción  
desde esta posición.  
La posición se borra si se abre la bandeja o se pulsa  
[STOP] varias veces para visualizar “STOP” en el visor  
de la unidad.  
3 Saque el dedo y luego dé un golpecito  
suave.  
En los discos BD-Video incluidos los BD-J, la función  
de reanudación de la reproducción no funciona.  
Ocultar la pantalla KEYS  
Pulse [RETURN].  
Pausa  
Pulse [;PAUSE].  
Pulse [;PAUSE] otra vez o [1PLAY] para reiniciar la  
reproducción.  
Búsqueda/Cámara lenta  
Búsqueda  
Durante la reproducción, pulse [SEARCH6]  
o [SEARCH5].  
Música y MP3: La velocidad está fija en un paso.  
Cámara lenta  
Durante la pausa, pulse [SEARCH6] o  
[SEARCH5].  
BD-Video y AVCHD: Sólo dirección en avance  
[SEARCH5].  
La velocidad aumenta hasta 5 pasos.  
Pulse [1PLAY] para recuperar la velocidad de  
reproducción normal.  
Salto  
Durante la reproducción o la pausa, pulse  
[:] o [9].  
Salta hasta el título, capítulo o pista que desee  
reproducir.  
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Index  
A Audio  
V VIERA Connect . . . . . . . 22  
VIERA LinkTM  
M Media Renderer . . . . . . .23  
Multi User Mode . . . . . . . . 18  
N Network  
Changing audio . . . . . .19  
Language . . . . . . . .30, 38  
B BD-Live . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
D DivX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40  
“HDAVI ControlTM” . . . . . .24  
W Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . 13  
Connection. . . . . . . . . .13  
Setting . . . . . . . . . .14, 31  
24p . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26, 28  
3D. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
DLNA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23  
P
Pop-up menu . . . . . . . . . . 20  
F File format. . . . . . . . . . . .40  
Q Quick Start . . . . . . . . . . .33  
Firmware update . . . . . . . 16  
R Re-master . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
Restore Default Settings . . 33  
Resume play function . . . 19  
S Subtitle . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25  
T Touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . .8  
U USB device . . . . . . . . . . . .6  
K
KEYS screen . . . . . . . . . . .9  
L LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13  
Language  
Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30  
Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30  
On-screen. . . . . . . . . . .30  
Soundtrack . . . . . . . . . .25  
Subtitle . . . . . . . . . .25, 30  
USA Only: Disposal may be regulated in your community due  
to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling  
information, please visit Panasonic website:  
or call 1-888-769-0149.  
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the  
European Union  
This symbol is only valid in the European Union.  
If you wish to discard this product, please contact  
your local authorities or dealer and ask for the  
correct method of disposal.  
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Panasonic  
has determined that this product meets the  
ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy  
efficiency.  
For Canada only: The word “Participant” is  
used in place of the word “Partner”.  
Panasonic Consumer Marketing  
Company of North America,  
Panasonic Canada Inc.  
pr  
5770 Ambler Drive  
Division of Panasonic Corporation Mississauga, Ontario  
of North America  
L4W 2T3  
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus,  
New Jersey 07094  
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C Panasonic Corporation 2012  
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