Dear customer Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference. Region management information BD-Video This unit plays BD-Video marked with labels containing the region code A.
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company Telephone No.: 1-800-211-7262...
(ONLY FOR U.S.A. ) Product Registration Card Please complete and return the included product registration card, or register via the Internet at: http://www.prodreg.com/panasonic/ The enclosed Canadian French label sheet corresponds to the English display on the front and back side of the unit.
Finalized Video Recording Format ≥AVCHD format SD cards This chart shows the different type of cards recorded with Panasonic High Definition Video Camera or personal computers, etc. that you can use. Type of media § ≥JPEG format SD Memory Card ≥AVCHD format...
Regarding BD-Video ≥Enjoy Final Standard Profile functions ( 13), such as picture-in-picture. The various functions differ depending on the disc. ≥When playing a set of two BD-Video discs, once the first disc finishes playing, the menu screen may continue to display even if the disc has been ejected.
This unit consumes a small amount of power even when it is turned off (less than 1 W). To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug it from the household AC outlet. Please use HIGH SPEED HDMI cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover). It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable.
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C Connecting to an HDMI compatible television and HDMI compatible amplifier/receiver When connected to a compatible amplifier/receiver, you can enjoy surround sound recorded with Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD or DTS-HD. AC power supply cord Multi channel speakers (included) Connect only after all other connections are complete.
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Getting started 11 Connection Connecting an amplifier/receiver (excluding HDMI connection) F With 5.1ch AUDIO OUT When connected to a compatible amplifier/receiver using the 5.1ch AUDIO OUT terminals, you can enjoy surround sound. AUDIO OUT O OUT FRONT L /L SURROUND FRONT R /R Cable connections a Front speaker (L/R)
Control reference guide POWER POWER TV/VIDEO OPEN/CLOSE RECEIVER MUTING RE-MASTER CANCEL AUDIO SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY STATUS FUNCTIONS SUB MENU RETURN SETUP SECONDARY AUDIO BD/SD 1 POWER button (POWER Í/I) ( Press 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.
1 Press [Í BD POWER]. Setup screen appears. ≥If this unit is connected to a Panasonic TV (VIERA) supporting HDAVI Control 2 via an HDMI cable, then the “On-screen Language” and “TV Aspect” setting information on the TV are captured from the TV.
Basic play (Playing video contents) Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control in these operating instructions. Preparation Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the television. POWER POWER TV/VIDEO OPEN/CLOSE RECEIVER MUTING RE-MASTER CANCEL AUDIO SKIP...
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Playback 11 Basic play (Playing video contents) Other operations during play STOP Stop The stopped position is memorized. Resume play function Press [1] (PLAY) to restart from this position. ≥The position is cleared if the tray is opened or you press [∫] several times to display “STOP”...
Different kinds of playback for BD-Video Some discs permit a variety of interactive functions in addition to the ordinary playback operation. Showing Pop-up menu The Pop-up menu is a special feature available with some BD-Video discs. This menu may vary with discs. For the operating method, refer to the instructions for the disc.
Playback 11 Chapter playback/Playing still pictures Chapter playback 1 Insert a disc ( 11). While “Title View” screen is displayed Press [3, 4] to select the title and press [SUB MENU]. To display the title properties (recording date, etc.) Properties To select the chapter View Chapters To picture...
Useful functions during still picture play Start Slideshow You can display still pictures one by one at a constant interval. BD-RE, DVD-RAM 1 While the “Album View” screen is displayed Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the album and press [SUB MENU].
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 and an amplifier/receiver, the power of the unit is turned off if the power to the television is turned off, since “Power off link”...
What is EZ Sync “HDAVI Control”? EZ Sync “HDAVI Control” is a convenient function that offers linked 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.
Settings 11 Changing settings with the on-screen menu Changing settings with the on-screen menu On-screen menu operations 1 Press [DISPLAY]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select the menu and press [1]. 3 Press [3, 4] to select the item and press [1]. 4 Press [3, 4] to select the setting.
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Menus Items Play Repeat Play Random Video Picture Progressive Transfer § Audio Sound Effects § Dialog Enhancer § This function is effective for audio from the HDMI terminal or the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal only when “Digital Audio Output” is set to “PCM”.
Settings 11 Changing the unit’s settings Changing the unit’s settings Change the unit’s settings if necessary. The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. Setup menu operations While stopped Press [SETUP]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select the tab and press [OK].
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“Audio” tab (continued) Digital Audio Output ≥Press [OK] to show the following settings. [Note] Dolby Digital ≥Not making the proper settings may result in noise. Dolby Digital Plus/TrueHD ≥If the unit is connected with the HDMI AV OUT terminal, the specifications of the connected equipment take preference over this unit and audio selected in these...
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Settings 11 Changing the unit’s settings “TV/Device Connection” tab (continued) HDMI Connection ≥Press [OK] to show the following settings. HDMI Video Mode Select “On” when video is output from HDMI AV OUT terminal. HDMI Resolution The items supported by the connected devices are indicated on the screen as “¢”.
– Playback JPEG data recorded with a digital camera etc. unit? – Playback AVCHD motion pictures recorded with Panasonic High Definition Video – If a BD-Video disc supporting this function is used, it is possible to copy secondary ≥SD Memory Cards (from 8 MB to 2 GB), SDHC Memory Cards (from 4 GB to 16 GB),...
Reference 11 Troubleshooting guide Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to “Customer Services Directory” on page 30 if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to “Product information” on page 31 if you reside in Canada.
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TV screen and video ≥Make sure that the television is connected to the VIDEO OUT terminal, S VIDEO OUT The images from this unit do not appear on the television. terminal, COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals or HDMI AV OUT terminal on this unit. ≥Make sure that the television’s input setting (e.g., VIDEO 1) is correct.
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The resume play function does not work. When other Panasonic products respond to this remote control Change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote control (the two must match) if you place other Panasonic products close together. 1 Press [SETUP].
Messages The following messages or service numbers appear on the television or unit’s display when something unusual is detected during startup and use. On the television ≥You inserted an incompatible disc (Discs recorded in PAL video, etc.). Cannot play. ≥You tried to play a non-compatible image. Cannot display on this unit.
Reference 11 Specifications Specifications Signal system: Operating temperature range: Operating humidity range: 10 to 80 % RH (no condensation) Playable disc: BD-Video BD-ROM: Version 2 BD-RE: Version 3 (Single Layer, Dual Layer), JPEG BD-R Version 2 (Single Layer, Dual Layer) DVD-RAM: DVD Video Recording format, AVCHD format...
Glossary AVCHD AVCHD is a new format (standard) for high definition video cameras that can be used to record and play high-resolution HD images. BD-J Some BD-Video discs contain Java applications, and these applications are called BD-J. You can enjoy various interactive features in addition to playing normal video.
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Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) PANASONIC PRODUCT—LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.
Reference 11 Referencia rápida en español Conexiones básicas A Conexión a un televisor con un cable para audio/vídeo AUDIO IN AUDIO OU COMPONENT VIDEO OUT COAXIAL FRONT L /L SURROUN FRONT R /R S VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT AUDIO/VIDEO IN AUDIO OUT DIGITAL AUDIO COMPONENT VIDEO OUT...
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. [For\U.S.A.] Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 http://www.panasonic.com C 2007 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.