Panasonic DMP-BD10A User Manual

Operating Instructions

BD/DVD Player

Model No. DMP-BD10A

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

Region A

This unit plays BD-Video marked with labels containing the region code A.

DVD-Video

Example:

This unit plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number “1” or “ALL”.

1

12

ALL

4

If you have any questions contact

[[U.S.A.]:1-800-211-PANA(7262)

[Canada]:1-800-561-5505

[[U.S.A.]:The warranty can be found on page 30.

[Canada]:The warranty can be found on page 31.

La referencia rápida en español se puede encontrar en la página 32.

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Getting started 11 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.

1)Read these instructions.

2)Keep these instructions.

3)Heed all warnings.

4)Follow all instructions.

5)Do not use this apparatus near water.

6)Clean only with dry cloth.

7)Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8)Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9)Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,

≥DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE,

DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.

≥USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

≥DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO

USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION!

DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.

CAUTION!

THIS PRODUCT 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 OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.

To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC receptacle.

10)Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11)Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or

table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.

FCC Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

≥Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

≥Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ≥Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from

that to which the receiver is connected.

≥Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user’s authority to operate this device.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (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

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS

INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED

SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle	(Inside of product)
is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the
appliance.

Getting started 11 Table of contents / Accessory information

Table of contents

Getting started
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS	............. 2
Accessory information .....................................	3
Disc information.................................................	4
Control reference guide.....................................	6
Connection .........................................................	8
Easy Setting......................................................	11
Remote control setting....................................	11
Playback
Basic play .........................................................	12
Adjusting picture and sound quality..............	14
Operations using menu screen ......................	15
Playing MP3 files and still pictures ................	16
Linked operations with the TV
(EZ SyncTM “HDAVI ControlTM”).....................	18

Settings
Changing settings with the
On-screen menu.............................................	19
Changing the unit’s settings...........................	21
Reference
Frequently asked questions............................	24
Troubleshooting guide ....................................	24
Messages ..........................................................	27
Disc handling....................................................	27
Maintenance .....................................................	27
Product Service................................................	28
Specifications...................................................	28
Glossary............................................................	29
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) ............	30
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) .......	31
Referencia rápida en español
(Spanish Quick Reference) ............................	32
Index..................................................................	33

Getting started

Accessory information

Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of April 2007. These may be subject to change.)

Only for U.S.A.: To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 30.

Only for Canada: To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.

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1 Remote control	1 Audio/video cable	2 Batteries	1 AC power supply cord
(EUR7658YF0)	(K2KA6BA00003)	for remote control	(K2CB2CB00018)
			≥For use with this unit only. Do not
			use it with other equipment.
			Also, do not use cords for other
			equipment with this unit.

The enclosed Canadian French label sheet corresponds to the English display on the front and back side of the unit.

(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 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.

MODEL NUMBER

DMP-BD10A

SERIAL NUMBER

User memo:

DATE OF PURCHASE _______________________________

DEALER NAME ____________________________________

DEALER ADDRESS _________________________________

__________________________________________________

TELEPHONE NUMBER ______________________________

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Getting started 11 Disc information

Disc information

This unit is compatible with a variety of disc types and formats, including both packaged discs and recorded discs. Use the following chart to learn more about the discs that can be played on this unit.

Packaged discs

This chart shows the different type of retail/commercial discs you can use, and also includes the industry-standard logos that should appear on the discs and/or packaging.

Logo

Features

Indicated as

High Definition (HD) movie and music discs . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . [BD-V]

BD-Video

High quality movie and music discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . [DVD-V]

DVD-Video

High fidelity music discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . [DVD-A]

DVD-Audio

Some DVD-Audio discs contain DVD-Video content.§. . . . . . . . . . [DVD-V]

Compact Discs (CD’s) that contain music and video.

Video CD

Including SVCD (Conforming to IEC62107) . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . [VCD]

Compact Discs (CD’s) that contain audio and music. . . .

. . . . . . . [CD]

CD

§To play DVD-Video content, set “Play DVD-Audio in Video Mode” to “Video Mode (Video On)” ( 21, “Disc” tab)

Recorded discs

This chart shows the different type of discs recorded with DVD recorders, DVD video cameras, personal computers, etc. that you can use.

Finalized			This mark means you must finalize ( 29, Glossary) the disc with the DVD recorder, etc. before playback.
						Logo	Formats		Indicated as
							≥Discs recorded using Version 1.1 of the DVD Video
	DVD-RAM						Recording Format (a unified video recording standard)..............		[DVD-VR]
							≥JPEG format..................................................................................		[JPEG]
							≥AVCHD format ..............................................................................		[BD-V]
							≥Discs recorded using DVD-Video Format.....................................		[DVD-V]
	DVD-R/RW						≥Discs recorded using Version 1.1 of the DVD Video
							Recording Format (a unified video recording standard)..............		[DVD-VR]
							≥AVCHD format		[BD-V]
		Finalized
							≥Discs recorded using DVD-Video Format.....................................		[DVD-V]
		DVD-R DL					≥Discs recorded using Version 1.2 of the DVD Video
							Recording Format (a unified video recording standard)..............		[DVD-VR]
							≥AVCHD format		[BD-V]
		Finalized
							≥Discs recorded using +VR (+R/+RW Video
	+R/+RW/+R DL						Recording) format.........................................................................		[DVD-V]
						—
		Finalized
							≥CD-DA format ...............................................................................		[CD]
		CD-R/RW					≥VCD formats including SVCD (Conforming to IEC62107) ............		[VCD]
						—	≥MP3 format....................................................................................		[MP3]
							≥JPEG format..................................................................................		[JPEG]

Finalized

≥It may not be possible to play the above discs in some cases due to the type of discs, the condition of the recording, the recording method and how the files were created.

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Regarding BD-Video

≥When BD-J application ( 29, Glossary) is executed, operations may take a little more time than usual. Please wait, there is nothing wrong with this unit.

≥When playing a set of two BD-Video discs, once the first disc finishes playing, video may continue to display even if playback has been stopped.

≥If the audio track of the disc was recorded with DTS-HD Master Audio, it will be output as DTS Digital Surround audio. ≥When playing discs recorded with Dolby TrueHD or DTS-HD,

–audio will not be output properly (e.g. audio from some speakers cannot be heard) unless the number of connected speakers is the same as audio channel specification of the disc.

–even if you select “Small” in the speaker settings, audio output will have an effect similar to when “Large” is selected ( 23).

Regarding DVD-Audio

Some multi-channel DVD-Audio will prevent down-mixing ( 29, Glossary) of all or part of their contents if this is the manufacturer’s intention. When playing such discs, or such parts of the disc, unless the number of connected speakers is the same as audio channel specification of the disc, audio will not be output properly (e.g. part of the audio is missing, multi-channel audio cannot be selected and audio is played in two channels). Refer to the disc’s jacket for more information.

Note about using a DualDisc

The digital audio content side of a DualDisc does not meet the technical specifications of the Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA) format so play may not be possible.

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Tips for making MP3/JPEG files

File format	MP3	JPEG
Playable discs	CD-R/RW§1	DVD-RAM§2, CD-R/RW§1
Extension	Files must have the extension “.mp3” or “.MP3”.	Files must have the extension “.jpg” or “.JPG”.
Number of pixels	—	between 34k34 and 6144k4096 pixels
		(Sub sampling is 4:2:2 or 4:2:0)
Bit rates	32 kbps to 320 kbps	—
Sampling frequency	44.1 kHz/48 kHz	—
Reference	≥ID3 tags: not compatible	≥Compatible formats: DCF§3 compliant (Content
	≥If there is a large amount of still picture data etc. within a	recorded on a digital camera, etc.)
	MP3 file, play may not be possible.	≥MOTION JPEG: not compatible
	≥English alphabet and Arabic numerals are displayed correctly. Other characters may not be displayed correctly.
	≥The display order on this unit may differ from how the order is displayed on a computer.
	≥Depending on how you create the disc (writing software), files (tracks) and folders (groups) may not play in the
	order you numbered them.
	≥This unit is not compatible with packet-write format.
	≥Depending on the recording conditions, the disc may not play.
	≥Operation may take time to complete when there are many files (tracks) and/or folders (groups) and some files
	(tracks) may not display or be playable.

§1

§2

§3

CD-R/RW

≥Compatible formats: ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended formats), Joliet

≥This unit is compatible with multi-session but reading or play of the disc may take time if there are a lot of sessions.

DVD-RAM

≥Discs must conform to UDF 2.0.

Design rule for Camera File system: unified standard established by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).

You can play MP3 and still pictures (JPEG) on this unit by making folders as shown below. However depending on how you create the disc (writing software), play may not be in the order you numbered the folders.

Structure of MP3 folders in CD-R/CD-RW

Prefix with 3-digit numbers in the order you want to play them.

Root

001 (folder=group)

001

001track.mp3 (file=track) 002track.mp3 003track.mp3

002 group

	003 group	001track.mp3
		002track.mp3
		003track.mp3
		004track.mp3

001track.mp3

002track.mp3

003track.mp3

Order of play

Structures of still pictures(JPEG) in CD-R/CD-RW

Files inside a folder are displayed in the order they were updated or taken. ≥When the highest level folders are “DCIM” folders, they are displayed

first on the tree.

Root

P0000001.jpg

P0000002.jpg

001 002 Folder

P0000003.jpg

P0000004.jpg

P0000005.jpg

	003 Folder
004 Folder	P0000006.jpg
	P0000007.jpg
	P0000008.jpg
	P0000009.jpg

P0000010.jpg

Order of play P0000011.jpg

P0000012.jpg

Discs that cannot be played

≥BD-R, BD-RE v1/v2	≥DivX discs
≥2.6-GB and 5.2-GB DVD-RAM	≥PAL discs
≥DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from their cartridges	≥“Chaoji VCD” available on the market including CVD, DVCD and
≥Version 1.0 of DVD-RW	SVCD that do not conform to IEC62107.
≥DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, SACD and Photo CD	≥HD DVD
≥WMA discs	≥Other discs that are not specifically supported

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Getting started 11 Control reference guide

Control reference guide

Remote control

	BD
	POWER	POWER
					CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS SHARPNESS		COLOR
						INTEGRATED
		TV/VIDEO CH	VOLUME		GAMMA 3D-NR		RE-MASTER
						DNR
		RECEIVER
	AUDIO	ONE TOUCH	MUTING
		PLAY
	SKIP
	SEARCH/SLOW		VOLUME
	STOP	PAUSE	PLAY		CANCEL	SETUP

STATUS

TIME SLIP

P

P

ME

U

P-U

U

O

N

E

N

R

O

M

T

I

P

V

I G

A

D

S

O

P

A

L

T

N

T

A

C

Y

E

R

ENTER

D

I

Multi-jog( below)

BD

POWER

! Turn the unit on and off ( 11)

@TV operation buttons

You can operate the TV through the unit’s remote control. See page 11 for the remote control setting.

POWER	Turn the television on	CH			Channel select
	and off
TV/VIDEO	Switch the input channel	VOLUME Adjust the volume

#ONEPLAYTOUCH ( 18)

Works only with Panasonic EZ Sync “HDAVI Control” compatible equipment.

$AUDIO Select audio ( 13)

%Receiver operation buttons

You can operate a Panasonic amplifier/receiver through the unit’s remote control.

MUTING Mute the sound	Adjust the volume
	VOLUME

^Basic playback control buttons

See page 12 for the details.

& STATUS

Show status messages ( 13)

	SUB MENU			RETURN	* TIME SLIP
	S					Skip the specified time ( 13)
	A	B	C	D
					(	Show Pop-up menu ( 15)
	Red				AJ	Show Top menu/Direct Navigator ( 15)
		Green
			Blue
				Yellow

Multi-jog operation

≥Select items on menu screens and set items.

[3, 4, 2, 1]

Press up, down, left or right to select an item.

You can also turn the wheel to select an item.

ENTER

Press [ENTER] to confirm.

See page 13 for the operations during playback.

	≥Turn the Multi-jog lightly.
	If you press it strongly when turning it, [3, 4, 2, 1] may
NOTE	be mistakenly activated.

≥About Multi-jog Setting

The wheel operation can be turned off.

Set the “Multi-jog Setting” to “Off” ( 21,“Setup” tab).

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AA

D

I

S

P

L

A

Y

AB SUB MES NU

AC RETURN

Show On-screen menu ( 19)

Show sub menu ( 15,17)

Return to previous screen

AD	A	B	C	D
	These buttons are used when operating a BD-Video disc that
	includes JavaTM applications (BD-J). For more information about
	operating this kind of disc, please read the instructions that
	came with the disc.
	The A and B buttons are also used with the “Title View”, “Picture
	View” and “Album View” screens.
AEButtons that adjust picture and sound quality
	See page 14 for the details.
AF	CANCEL		Cancel
AGNumbered buttons
	Select title numbers, etc./Enter numbers ( 13)
Ah	SETUP Show Setup menu ( 21)

Getting started 11 Control reference guide

Main unit

Getting started

POWER

OPEN/CLOSE

POWER

! POWER button (Í/I POWER)( 12)

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.

@Disc tray ( 12)

#Display

$IIlumination lamp

Lights when the unit is turned on.

% OPEN/CLOSE Open/close disc tray ( 12)

^ Search / Skip

Search: Press and hold

Skip: Press

& Stop ( 12)

* Pause ( 12)

( Start play ( 12)

Rear panel terminals ( 8–10)

Using remote control

Batteries

Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control. When closing the lid, insert it from the j (minus) side.

R6/LR6, AA

≥Do not use rechargeable type batteries. ≥Do not mix old and new batteries.

≥Do not use different types at the same time. ≥Do not heat or expose to flame.

≥Do not take apart or short circuit.

≥Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries. ≥Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.

Remove batteries if the remote control is not going to be used for a long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.

Use

Remote control signal sensor

20

30 20

30

7 m (23 feet) directly in front of the unit

If you cannot operate the unit or television using the remote control after changing the batteries, please re-enter the codes ( 11).

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Connection

From the list below, please choose the connection method that fits your TV viewing environment best and follow the illustrations to connect your player.

≥If you connect to a television using an included Audio/Video cable A ≥If you connect to an HDMI ( 29, Glossary) compatible television B

≥If you connect to an HDMI compatible television and an HDMI compatible amplifier/receiver to enjoy surround sound C ( 9)

The connection examples (ABC) are the most commonly used methods for connecting the unit. For other connection methods, please see pages 9 and 10.

≥Do not place the unit on amplifiers or equipment that may become hot. The heat can damage the unit.

≥Do not connect through the video cassette recorder. Due to copy guard protection, the picture may not display properly. ≥Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropriate operating instructions.

≥Connect terminals of the same color.

Conserving power

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 HDMI cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover). It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable.

Recommended part number: RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m/4.9 ft.), RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m/9.8 ft.), RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m/16.4 ft.), etc.

Basic connections

A Connecting to a television with an Audio/Video cable

Using the included Audio/Video cable, you can directly connect the player to your television set.

						AUDIO IN		VIDEO IN	NOTE
		Television				R	L
									AUDIO/
	Cooling fan	Audio/Video cable							VIDEO IN
									TIPS
Back of the unit
		(included)
			Manufactured
						2ch AUDIO OUT		COMPONENT
		2ch AUDIO OUT			SURROUND	R	L	VIDEO OUT
			DIGITAL AUDIO					Y
									Please connect
			OUT	R		L		1
			(PCM/BITSTREAM)						directly to TV.

	COAXIAL	SURROUND				VIDEO OUT
		BACK	L			PB
	AV OUT	R			2
AC IN						PR
	OPTICAL	SUBWOOFER	CENTER	FRONT R /R FRONT L /L		S VIDEO
			7.1ch AUDIO OUT			OUT
	AC power supply cord (included)				VIDEO OUT
	Connect only after all other
	connections are complete.				§
	To a household AC outlet
	(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)

≥High definition video cannot be output with this connection.

Use connection B ( below) or C ( 9) for high definition video.

§With audio cables, you can connect these AUDIO OUT terminals to the 2-channel audio input terminals of an analog amplifier/receiver or system component to enjoy stereo sound.

To improve picture quality

≥Use connections D or E ( 9).

To enjoy an even richer sound

≥Use connections F or G ( 10). (Unplug the red and white plug.)

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BConnecting to an HDMI compatible television

You can enjoy high quality, digital video and audio with just one HDMI cable.

	HDMI IN
HDMI cable	HDMI
	compatible
	television
Cooling fan
Back of the unit
	Manufactured
				2ch AUDIO OUT
		SURROUND		R L
	DIGITAL AUDIO
	OUT	R	L	1
	(PCM/BITSTREAM)
	COAXIAL	SURROUND
AV OUT	HDMI AV OUT
		BACK	L
		R		2
AC IN	OPTICAL	SUBWOOFER	CENTER	FRONT R /R FRONT L /L
			7.1ch AUDIO OUT

AC power supply cord (included)

Connect only after all other connections are complete.

To a household AC outlet

(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

Y

Please connect directly to TV.

PB VIDEO OUT

PR

S VIDEO

OUT

NOTE

TIPS

≥When you use 1080p (1125p) video output, please use Panasonic HDMI cables 5 meters (16.4 ft.) or shorter.

NECESSARY SETTINGS

≥From the Setup menu ( 23), set “HDMI Video Mode” and “HDMI Audio Output” to “On”.

To enjoy an even richer sound

≥Use connections F or G ( 10) additionally.

In this case, set “HDMI Video Mode” to “On” and “HDMI Audio Output” to “Off” in the Setup menu ( 23).

With this connection, you can

use EZ Sync “HDAVI Control”

≥See page 18 for the details.

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CConnecting to an HDMI compatible television and HDMI compatible

amplifier/receiver

You can connect the player to your HDMI compatible amplifier/receiver with an HDMI cable to enjoy digital surround sound along with

high quality digital video. Using an additional HDMI cable, you can connect the amplifier/receiver to your HDMI compatible television.									started
	Multi channel speakers							≥This unit comes equipped with a Dolby Digital
AC power supply cord				HDMI				Plus, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD§ decoder.
								When connected to a compatible amplifier/
(included)				compatible			NOTE
Connect only after all				television				receiver using the HDMI AV OUT terminal, you	Getting
								Audio, however it does not support DTS-HD
HDMI IN		HDMI OUT
other connections are								can enjoy surround sound recorded with Dolby
complete.								Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD or DTS-HD.
								§This unit supports DTS-HD High Resolution
								Master Audio. DTS Digital Surround will be
	HDMI compatible							used as an alternative.
								≥When you use 1080p (1125p) video output,
	amplifier/receiver
						HDMI IN		please use Panasonic HDMI cables 5 meters
Back of the unit								(16.4 ft.) or shorter.
								NECESSARY SETTINGS
		Manufactured						≥From the Setup menu ( 23), set “HDMI Video
		DIGITAL AUDIO				Y		Mode” and “HDMI Audio Output” to “On”
					2ch AUDIO OUT COMPONENT
			SURROUND		R L	VIDEO OUT
		OUT	BACK	L		PB	Please connect	≥If the speaker setup cannot be completed on
		(PCM/BITSTREAM)	R		1		directly to TV.
		COAXIAL	SURROUND				VIDEO OUT
	AV OUT		R	L	2			the amplifier/receiver, change multi channel
	HDMI AV OUT					PR		speaker settings by selecting “Multi -channel” in
AC IN		OPTICAL	SUBWOOFER	CENTER	FRONT R /R FRONT L /L		S VIDEO	“Speaker” of “Connection” tab ( 23).
				7.1ch AUDIO OUT
							OUT
								≥If connecting to an amplifier/receiver
			HDMI cable					incompatible with HDCP ( 29, Glossary),
Cooling fan								copy-protected DVD-Audio cannot be output
								through the HDMI terminal. Connect to the
To a household AC outlet								amplifier/receiver with audio cables (red and
								white), coaxial cable, or optical digital audio
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
								cable ( 10).
								With this connection, you can use EZ
								Sync “HDAVI Control”
							TIPS	≥See page 18 for the details.

Connection methods for using other video terminals

D With S VIDEO IN

The S VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal.

	AUDIO IN		S VIDEO IN
	R	L

Television

Audio/Video cable (included)

S Video cable

Back of the unit

Manufactured
		2ch AUDIO OUT			COMPONENT
	SURROUND	R	L		VIDEO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO					Y
OUT	R	L		1	Please connect
(PCM/BITSTREAM)					directly to TV.
COAXIAL	SURROUND				VIDEO OUT
	BACK	L			PB
	R			2
					PR
OPTICAL	SUBWOOFER CENTER	FRONT R /R	FRONT L /L		S VIDEO
	7.1ch AUDIO OUT				OUT

≥High definition video cannot be output with this connection.

Use connection B( 8) or C ( above) for NOTE high definition video.

≥Unplug the yellow plug of Audio/Video cable.

≥Actual video quality depends on the television.

E With COMPONENT VIDEO IN

These terminals can be used for either interlace or progressive output ( 29, Glossary) and provide a purer picture than the S VIDEO OUT terminal.

AUDIO IN

R L

Audio/Video cable (included)

Back of the unit

Manufactured
		2ch AUDIO OUT			COMPONENT
	SURROUND	R	L		VIDEO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO					Y
OUT	R	L		1	Please connect
(PCM/BITSTREAM)					directly to TV.
COAXIAL	SURROUND				VIDEO OUT
	BACK	L			PB
	R			2
					PR
OPTICAL	SUBWOOFER CENTER	FRONT R /R	FRONT L /L		S VIDEO
	7.1ch AUDIO OUT
					OUT

	COMPONENT	≥Select “Darker” from the “Black Level
	VIDEO IN	Control” ( 22, “Video” tab).
	Television	≥Unplug the yellow plug of Audio/Video
	NOTE
		cable.
		Regarding the high definition video
		output
		≥Some discs prohibit high definition video
		output from COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
	Component Video cable	terminals. In this case, video resolution is
	Connect to the terminals	converted and output as 480p.
	that match the colors of	To enjoy high definition/progressive
	the plugs.	video
	TIPS	≥Connect to a progressive compatible
		television.
		≥From the Setup menu ( 22), select “480p”
		, “720p” or “1080i” in “Component Video
		Resolution” of “Connection” tab.
		≥From the Setup menu ( 23), set “HDMI
		Video Mode” to “Off”. Otherwise, the video
		is output as 480i.

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Getting started 11 Connection

Connecting an amplifier/receiver (excluding HDMI connection)

FConnecting to an amplifier/receiver with 7.1ch/5.1ch AUDIO IN terminal

You can enjoy surround sound using the 7.1ch AUDIO OUT terminals. The 7.1ch AUDIO OUT terminals offer you another option for enjoying surround sound.

	Multi channel speakers	≥This unit comes equipped with a
		Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD
	Back of the unit	and DTS-HD§ decoder. When
	NOTE	connected to a compatible

amplifier/receiver using the 7.1ch

									AUDIO OUT terminals, you can
									enjoy surround sound recorded
Manufactured									with Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby
								Connect Audio	TrueHD or DTS-HD.
		SURROUND		2ch AUDIO OUT		COMPONENT
						VIDEO OUT		cables to	This unit supports DTS-HD High
				R	L				§
OUT		R				Y	directly to TV.	terminals	Resolution Audio, however it
				L	1
DIGITAL AUDIO							Please connect
(PCM/BITSTREAM)		SURROUND				PB	VIDEO OUT	corresponding to	does not support DTS-HD Master
COAXIAL
		R		L	2			the speakers you	Audio. DTS Digital Surround will
		BACK
								have connected.	be used as an alternative.
									≥This unit supports playback of
						PR	S VIDEO		DVD-Video discs in surround
OPTICAL		SUBWOOFER	CENTER	FRONT R /R	FRONT L /L				sound up to 5.1channels.
			7.1ch AUDIO OUT				OUT		≥Depending on how the disc was
									recorded, the audio may not be
									output properly on the number of
									channels desired.
								Amplifier/receiver with	NECESSARY SETTINGS
								7.1/5.1ch AUDIO IN	≥If the speaker setup cannot be
									completed on the amplifier/
									receiver, change multi channel
									speaker settings by selecting
									“Multi-channel” in “Speaker” of
	Cable connections								“Connection” tab ( 23).
	a Surround speaker (L/R)								Only when this unit is
	b Surround back speaker (L/R)
									connected to an HDMI
		(Not necessary when connecting to 5.1 channel AUDIO IN)
									compatible television ( 8,B)
	c Subwoofer
									≥From the Setup menu ( 23), set
	d Center speaker
									“HDMI Audio Output” to “Off”.
	e Front speaker (L/R)
									Otherwise, audio is output as two
									channels only, and also output
									from the television’s speakers.

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GConnecting to an amplifier/receiver with DIGITAL AUDIO IN terminal

You can enjoy surround sound using the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals. The DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals offer you another option for enjoying surround sound.

With COAXIAL IN

Coaxial cable

COAXIAL IN

Back of the unit

Manufactured
		2ch AUDIO OUT			COMPONENT
	SURROUND	R	L		VIDEO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO					Y
OUT	R	L		1	Please connect
(PCM/BITSTREAM)					directly to TV.
COAXIAL	SURROUND				VIDEO OUT
	BACK	L			PB
	R			2
					PR
OPTICAL	SUBWOOFER CENTER	FRONT R /R	FRONT L /L		S VIDEO
	7.1ch AUDIO OUT				OUT

Amplifier/receiver with a built-in decoder or a decoder-amplifier/ receiver combination

With OPTICAL IN

			Optical digital
Back of the unit				audio cable
						OPTICAL IN
Manufactured
			2ch AUDIO OUT			COMPONENT
	SURROUND		R	L		VIDEO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO						Y
OUT	R		L		1	Please connect
(PCM/BITSTREAM)						directly to TV.
COAXIAL	SURROUND					VIDEO OUT
	BACK		L			PB
	R				2
						PR
OPTICAL SUBWOOFER		CENTER FRONT R /R FRONT L /L				S VIDEO
		7.1ch AUDIO OUT
						OUT

Amplifier/receiver with a built-in decoder or a decoder-amplifier/ receiver combination

≥You cannot use DTS Digital Surround decoders ( 29, Glossary) incompatible with DVD.

NOTE

≥Even if using this connection, output will be only 2 channels when playing DVD-Audio.

To enjoy multi-channel surround sound, use connections C ( 9) or F ( above).

NECESSARY SETTINGS

≥Change the settings in “Digital Audio Output” ( 22).

Only when this unit is connected to an HDMI

compatible television ( 8,B)

≥From the Setup menu ( 23), set “HDMI Audio Output” to “Off”. Otherwise, the sound may not be output with the desired settings.