Panasonic DMP-BD70V User Manual

Operating Instructions

Blu-ray Disc Player

Model No. DMP-BD70V

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.

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

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”.

La referencia rápida en español se puede encontrar en la página 49.

If you have any questions contact

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

:1-800-561-5505

[Canada]

[Only[for[U.S.A.[and[Puerto[Rico]:The warranty ca n b e fo und on

page 46.

[Canada]:The warranty can be found on page 47.

Example:

ALL

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Getting started

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety inst ru ct ions on the unit and the applicab le safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.

1) Read these in st ructions.

2) Keep these in st ru ct io ns.

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 manufactur er’s instructions.

8) Do not install nea r an y heat sources such as radi at or s, heat registers , st oves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the saf et y pur pose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades w ith one wider than the othe r. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or t he third prong are provid ed for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the ob sol et e outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from be i ng w alked on or pinched particularly at plugs, conv eni ence receptacles, and the poin t where they exit from t he ap parat u s.

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

12) Use only with th e car t, st and, trip od, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. Wh en a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid in j ur y from t ip -o ve r.

13) Unplug this apparatus during ligh tni ng 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 wa y, such as power-sup pl y co rd or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects ha ve f al l en i nto t he apparatus, the apparatus has been expo sed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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 ONL Y 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 VENTILA TED. 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: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

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.

FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables when connecting to peripheral devices.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

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.

Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.:DMP-BD70V

Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, NJ 07094

Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company Telephone No.: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS . NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO Q UALIFIED 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 is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

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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 instructio ns.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible. The mains plug of th e power supply cord shall remain readily operable. To completely d isconne ct this app aratus from the AC Ma ins, disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC receptacle.

(Inside of product)

Unit and media care

DO NOT

Media handling

Clean discs

Wipe with a dam p cloth and then wipe dry.

Media handling precautions

Disc

≥Handle discs by the edges to avoid inadvertent scratches or fingerprints on the disc. ≥Do not attach labels or stickers to discs (This may cause disc warping, rendering it unusable). ≥Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other writing instrument. ≥Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent. ≥Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers. ≥Do not use the following discs:

–Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stic kers or labels (rented discs etc). –Discs that are badly warped or cracked. –Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes.

Card

≥Clean any dust, water, or foreign matter from the terminals on the rear side of the card.

Video cassette

≥Poor quality or damaged video cassettes can cause the heads to become dirty and malfunction. ≥Never use video cassettes on which juice has been spilled or those that are extremely damaged since this will not only cause the heads to

become dirty, but will also make the unit malfunction.

Maintenance

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.

Observe the following points to ensure continued listening and viewing pleasure. Disc lens

Dust and dirt may adhere to the unit’s lens over time, making it impossible to play discs. Use the lens cleaner (not included) about once every year, depending on frequency of use and the operating environment. Carefully read the lens cleaner ’s inst r uct i ons before use.

Getting started

Lens cleaner: RP-CL7 20PP

≥This lens cleaner is sold as specific for DIGA, but can be used

without problem on this unit as well.

Video heads

Dirt on the video heads can cau se poor play. If the picture does not impro ve, use a head-cleaning cass ett e. If th e pr obl em persists, seek advice from a qualified service person.

Head-cleaning cassette: NV -TCL30PT (Only for U.S.A.)

To dispose or transfer this unit

This unit may record inform at io n of you r operating procedures. If you discard this unit either by disposal or transfer, then follow the procedures to return all th e set t ings to the factory presets to delete t he r ecorded information. ( > 40, “To return to the factory preset”)

≥When BD-Video is played back, the operation history may be recorded in the memory of this unit. The recorded contents differ depending on the

disc.

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Getting started

IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS ................................2

Unit and media care ............................3

Accessory information........................5

Media (Disc/Card/USB device/

Video cassette) information ............6

Audio and video information..............8

Connections.......................................10

Remote control and unit

reference guide...............................14

Setting ................................................15

Broadband network connection.......16

Firmware updates..............................16

Network settings............. ............ .......17

Settings

Changing settings with the

on-screen menu .............................30

Changing the unit’s settings............32

Reference

About MP3/JPEG files.......................37

Messages...........................................38

Troubleshooting guide .....................40

Specifications....................................44

Product Service.................................45

Limited Warranty (Only for U.S.A.

and Puerto Rico) ............................46

Limited Warranty

(Only for CANADA) ........................47

Inserting or removing media ............19

Playback

Basic play

(Playing video contents)................20

Playing HD Video or SD Video .........22

Chapter playback........................ .......22

Enjoying BD-Live or BONUSVIEW in

BD-Video .........................................23

Playing still pictures..........................24

Playing a video cassette...................26

Playing music ....................................27

Enjoying VIERA CAST Linked operations with the TV

LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM”).................28

...................27

(VIERA

Licenses.............................................48

Referencia rápida en español

(Spanish Quick Reference) ...........49

Glossary.............................................50

Index....................................Back cover

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Remote control signal sensor

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

Accessory information

Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of March 2009. These may be subject to change.)

Only for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico: To order a cce ssories, refer to “Accessor y Pu rcha ses (U nite d States and Puerto R ic o)” on page 46. Only for Canada: To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.

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Getting startedReference Settings Playback

1 Remote control

(N2QAYB000382)

1 Audio/Video

cable

(K2KA6BA00004)

2Batteries

for remote control

1 AC power supply cord

(K2CB2CB00022) ≥For use with this unit only.

Do not use it with other equipment. Also, do not use cords from other equipment with this unit.

(Only for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) Product Registration Card

Please complete and return the included product registration card, or register via the Internet at: http://www.prodreg.com/panasonic/

(ONLY FOR CANADA) The enclosed Canadian French label sheet corresponds to the English display on the front and back side of the unit.

Using the 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.





Use

30˚

20˚

30˚

R6/LR6, AA

≥Use alkaline or manganese 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 leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct

sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.

≥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.

If you cannot operate the unit or other equipment using the remote control after changing the batteries, please re-enter the codes (> 15, 36).

CAUTION

Do not place objects in front of the unit. The disc tray may collide with objects when it is opened, and this may cause injury.

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Media (Disc/Card/USB device/Video cassette) information

Finalized

Commercially sold 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.

Type of media Logo Features Indicated as

BD-Video

This format supports High Definition video and audio content including: ≥BD-Live (BD-ROM Profile 2). This format provides interactive

features when this player is connected to the Internet via a broadband connection.

≥BONUSVIEW allows picture-in-picture functions to be

viewed.

[BD-V]

DVD-Video

This format supports high quality video and audio playback. [DVD-V]

Compact Discs (CD’s) that contain audio and music ≥Operation and sound quality of CDs that do not conform to

CD-DA specifications (copy control CDs, etc.) cannot be guaranteed.

≥

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.

User recorded media

This chart shows the different type of discs recorded with other devices that you can use.

operating instructions for your equipment.

Type of media Logo Formats Indicated as

BD-RE

BD-R

DVD-RAM

This mark means you must finalize the disc with the DVD recorder, etc. before playback. For details about finalizing, refer to the

≥Version 3 of the BD-RE Recording Format ≥JPEG format

≥Version 2 of the BD-R Recording Format [BD-V]

≥Version 1.1 of the DVD Video Recording Format ≥JPEG format ≥AVCHD format

[CD]

[BD-V]

[JPEG]

[DVD-VR]

[JPEG]

[AVCHD]

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DVD-R/RW

DVD-R DL

rR/rRW/rRDL

—

CD-R/RW

—

≥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.

≥When a disc recorded in the AVCHD format is being played, the video may be paused for a few seconds at portions spliced, due to deletion or

editing.

≥DVD-Video Format ≥Version 1.1 of the DVD Video Recording Format ≥AVCHD format ≥MP3 format (DVD-RW is not supported) ≥JPEG format (DVD-RW is not supported)

≥DVD-Video Format ≥Version 1.2 of the DVD Video Recording Format ≥AVCHD format ≥MP3 format ≥JPEG format

≥+VR (+R/+RW Video Recording) Format ≥AVCHD format

≥CD-DA format ≥MP3 format ≥JPEG format

[DVD-V]

[DVD-VR]

[AVCHD]

[MP3]

[JPEG]

[DVD-V]

[DVD-VR]

[AVCHD]

[MP3]

[JPEG]

[DVD-V]

[AVCHD]

[CD]

[MP3]

[JPEG]

SD cards

This chart shows the different type of cards recorded with other devices that you can use.

Type of media Logo Formats Indicated as

SD Memory Card* (from 8 MB to 2 GB) SDHC Memory Card (from 4 GB to 32 GB)

* Includes miniSD Card and microSD Card The card types mentioned above will be referred to as “SD card” in these operating instructions.

≥MiniSD Cards and microSD Cards can be used, but must be used with an adaptor card. These are usually supplied with such cards,

or otherwise customer provided.

≥We recommend using a Panasonic SD card. Please confirm the latest information on the following website:

http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This site is in English only.)

≥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.

≥When using cards from 4 GB to 32 GB, only SD cards using the SDHC logo can be used. ≥Useable memory is slightly less than the card capacity. ≥If the SD card you are attempting to use was formatted on a PC, it is possible that the card may not work properly. ≥Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. ≥When a card recorded in the AVCHD format is being played, the video may momentarily pause, especially where one recording ends and the next

one begins. This is normal and does not indicate a problem.

≥To protect the card’s contents, move the record prevention tab (on the SD card) to “LOCK”.

—

≥JPEG format ≥AVCHD format ≥MPEG2 format

[JPEG] [AVCHD] [MPEG2]

ADAPTER

USB devices

This unit can playback pictures by connecting the USB memory recorded with a PC or similar in following formats, and Panasonic digital cameras connected via USB cable.

Type of media Logo Formats Indicated as

USB devices

Compatible USB devices

≥USB devices which are defined as USB mass storage class.

–USB devices that support USB 1.0/1.1 and USB 2.0 Full Speed/High Speed.

≥USB devices of up to 128 GB can be used. ≥USB devices that support bulk only transfer.

CBI (Cont rol/Bulk/Interrupt) is not supported.

≥Digital Cameras which require additional program installation when connected to a PC are not supported. ≥MTP (Media Transport Protocol) device is not supported. ≥A multi-por t USB card reader is not supported.

File system

≥FAT12, FAT16 and FAT32 file systems are supported. ≥UDF/NTFS/exFAT file system is not supported. ≥Depending on the sector size, some files may not work. ≥Only the first partition on USB devices with multi-partition is supported.

Despite meeting the conditions mentioned above, there may be USB devices that cannot be used wit

This unit does not support USB device charging.

—

≥MP3 format ≥JPEG format

h this unit.

[MP3]

[JPEG]

Getting started

Video cassettes

≥You can use video cassettes with the VHS and 3, but the unit is unable to make full use of the characteristics of S-VHS video cassettes.

The explanations concerning video cassettes are indicated by [VHS].

Discs that cannot be played in this unit

≥BD-RE discs (with cartridge) ≥2.6 GB and 5.2 GB DVD-RAM ≥DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from cartridge ≥3.95 GB and 4.7 GB DVD-R (Authoring) ≥Version 1.0 DVD-RW ≥DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, SACD, Photo CD, MV-Disc and PD ≥DVD-Audio ≥Video CD and SVCD ≥WMA discs ≥DivX discs ≥PAL Discs ≥HD DVD ≥BD-Video discs recorded at a rate of 50 fields/sec

≥Any other disc that is not specifically supported

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Audio and video information

About audio from audio output terminals

Before connecting, read the table below, and confirm the desired audio type and necessary settings (“BD-Video Secondary Audio”, “Dolby D/Dolby D +/Dolby TrueHD” or “DTS/DTS-HD”). (> 9) ≥The number of channels listed is the maximum possible number of output channels.

HDMI AV OUT/DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

Terminal HDMI AV OUT DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

“Dolby D/Dolby D +/Dolby TrueHD”/

“DTS/DTS-HD”

“BD-Video Secondary Audio”

Dolby Digital/

Dolby Digital EX

Dolby Digital Plus

“Bitstream”*

“On”*

Dolby Digital/

Dolby Digital

EX*

Dolby Digital

Dolby TrueHD

DTS Digital Surround/

DTS-ES*

DTS-HD High Resolution Audio

DTS Digital

Surround/ DTS-ES*

DTS Digital

Surround

DTS-HD Master Audio

7.1ch LPCM

≥Also, depending on the specifications or the settings of the amplifier/receiver, the results of the output may vary. *1 When the connected equipment is not supported with these audio formats, the audio is output as Dolby Digital bitstream, DTS Digital Surround

bitstream or down-mixed 2ch PCM (e.g., TV).

*2 [BD-V]: When playing BD-Video without secondary audio or button click sound, the audio is output as the same format as if “BD-Video

Secondary Audio” was set to “Off”. *3 When the connected equipment is not supported with multi channel surround, the audio is output as down-mixed 2ch PCM. *4 [BD-V]: When the connected equipment is supported with 7.1 channel surround, the audio output is amplified from 5.1ch or 6.1ch to 7.1ch

depending on the DTS, Inc. specifications. *5 With PCM output, Dolby Digital EX becomes PCM audio decoded as Dolby Digital, DTS-ES recorded to DVD-Video becomes PCM audio

decoded as DTS Digital Surround, and DTS-ES recorded to BD-Video becomes PCM audio decoded as DTS-ES. *6 [BD-V]: When “BD-Video Secondary Audio” is set to “On”, Dolby Digital EX is output as Dolby Digital and DTS-ES is output as DTS Digital

Surround, however if playing BD-Video without secondary audio or button click sound, the audio is output as the original format.

Down-mixed

5.1ch PCM

“PCM”*

“Bitstream” “PCM”

“Off” “On” “Off” “On”/“Off” “On”/“Off”

Dolby Digital/

Dolby Digital EX

Dolby Digital

Plus

Dolby TrueHD

DTS Digital

Surround/

DTS-ES

DTS-HD High

Resolution

Audio

DTS-HD Master

Audio

7.1ch PCM

5.1ch PCM

5.1ch PCM*

[DVD-V]: 5.1ch PCM

[BD-V]: 7.1ch PCM*

7.1ch PCM*

Down-mixed

5.1ch PCM*

7.1ch PCM Dolby Digital

7.1ch PCM

Dolby Digital/

Dolby Digital

EX*

DTS Digital

Surround/ DTS-ES*

DTS Digital

Surround

Down-mixed

2ch PCM

Down-mixed

2ch PCM

Enjoying High Bit rate Audio of BD-Video [BD-V]

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. In order to enjoy these audio formats, the following conditions are necessary. (Part shown in the shaded area of table given above)

NECESSARY CONNECTIONS

≥HDMI AV OUT terminal: (> 12)

NECESSARY SETTINGS (> 9)

≥Set “BD-Video Secondary Audio” to “Off”. ≥HDMI AV OUT terminal: Set “Dolby D/Dolby D +/Dolby TrueHD” or “DTS/DTS-HD” to “Bitstream” or “PCM” .

≥The button click sound on the menu and audio with secondary video in picture-in-picture mode (> 23) is not output.

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Regarding 24p output [BD-V]

Many BD-Video movie contents are recorded in 24 frames/second in accordance with the film materials. However, they will normally be output in 60 frames/second in accordance with the display format. These can be output in 24p as the original. Therefore, high-quality video can be enjoyed, such as the improved clarity, enhanced perspective, etc.

NECESSARY CONNECTIONS

≥Connect to a TV supporting 1080/24p input via an HDMI cable.

NECESSARY SETTINGS

≥“24p Output”: “On” (> 34)

Necessary settings for audio output

After connecting to the terminals, perform necessary settings.

Getting started

“BD-Video

Secondary Audio”

“Dolby D/Dolby D +/

Dolby TrueH D”

“DTS/DTS-HD”

1) While stopped Press [SETUP].

2) Press [3, 4] to select “Audio” and press [OK].

3) Press [3, 4] to select “Digital Audio Output” and press [OK].

4) Press [3, 4] to select “Dolby D/Dolby D +/Dolby TrueHD”, “DTS/DTS-HD”, or “BD-Video Secondary Audio” and press [2, 1] to select the option.

Audio

Dynamic Range Compression

Digital Audio Output PCM Down Conversion Downmix

RETURN

Off

Stereo

≥For more information about settings, refer to page 33, 34. ≥When using the different terminal at the same time, the sound may not be output with the desired audio if the setting is incorrect.

In the follow i n g ca s e, set “HDMI Audio Output” to “Off”. (> 34) –When connecting a compatible amplifier/receiver using DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals, and connecting a compatible television using HDMI AV

OUT terminal

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To exit the screen

Press [SETUP].

Audio output setting for the various equipment

Below is a table of recommended settings to output high quality audio to the connected equipment. When connecting to equipment not listed below, change to your preferred settings as necessary.

Example of connected equipment

Receiver via HDMI

TV via HDMI

Receiver has HD

audio*1 decoder &

5.1ch speakers

“Audio”

(B 33)

“Dolby D/Dolby D

“Digital Audio

Output”

+/Dolby TrueHD”

“DTS/DTS-HD” “PCM” “Bitstream” “PCM” “PCM”

Secondary Audio”

“PCM Down Conversion”

“BD-Video

“PCM” “Bitstream” “PCM” “PCM”

“Off” “Off” “Off” “Off”

———

“Downmix” “Stereo” “Surround encoded” “Surround encoded” “Surround encoded”

*1 HD audio: Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio and DTS-HD Master Audio *2 “PCM Down Conversion” is in effect only when connected to an OPTICAL terminal. If the receiver supports 96 kHz sampling frequency, set to

“Off”; if it does not support it, set to “On”.

Receiver doesn’t have

audio*1 decoder &

5.1ch speakers

Receiver via OPTICAL

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Connections

Highest Quality

Standard Quality

HDMI AV OUT

480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

BD-Video: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i DVD-Video, VHS: 480i, 480p

VIDEO OUT

480i

Highest Quality

Standard Quality

HDMI AV OUT DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

AUDIO OUT

About terminal

≥This unit offers several different types of audio and video connections. ≥Your TV/receiver/amplifier may or may not support all the connections shown.

Video Connections (TV) (> 11)

Audio Connections (Receiver/Amplifier) (> 12, 13)

≥Do not place the unit on amplifiers/receivers or equipment that may become hot. The heat can damage the unit. ≥Before making any connections we strongly suggest that all units be temporarily disconnected from AC power. ≥Do not connect video signals through a video recorder. Due to copy guard protection the picture may not be displayed properly

≥Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized. ≥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. When outputting 1080p signal, please use HDMI cables 5.0 meters (16.4 ft) or less.

Recommended part number: RP-CDHG10 (1.0 m/3.3 ft), RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m/4.9 ft.), RP-CDHG20 (2.0 m/6.6 ft), RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m/9.8 ft.), RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m/16.4 ft.), etc.

≥This unit incorporates HDMI (Deep Color, x.v.Color

, High Bit rate Audio) technology. (> 50, 51 )

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Video Connections (TV)

HDMI IN

HDMI A V OUT

Television

HDMI cable

Back of the unit

VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

Y LRP

OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(

PCM/BITSTREAM

)

Back of the unit

Component Video cable

Television

VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(

PCM/BITSTREAM

)

VIDEO IN

Television

Audio/Video cable (included)

VIDEO OUT

Back of the unit

For audio output, refer to pages 12 and 13.

A Connecting to your TV, via HDMI AV OUT

AC IN

LAN

AV OUT

10BASE-T/

100BASE-TX

≥“HDMI Video Mode” and “HDMI Audio

Output” should be set to “On”. (> 34)

≥The HDMI connection supports VIERA

Link “HDAVI Control” (> 28) when used with a compatible Panasonic TV.

≥This cable provides both Video and Audio

connections.

Getting started

B Connecting to your TV, via COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

C Connecting to your TV, via VIDEO OUT

AUDIO IN

VIDEO IN

≥Connect terminals of the same color. ≥Set th e “ Bl a c k Level Control” to “Dar ke r ”.

(> 32)

≥Using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

terminal, while playing DVD-Video or VHS, the video output resolution is limited to “480p”.

≥Be sure your TV supports at least 480p.

Set “Component Video Resolution” to “480p”, “720p” or “1080i”. (> 34)

≥If this unit is connected to an amplifier/

receiver, etc. via an HDMI cable with “HDMI Video Mode” set to “On” (> 34), the video will be fixed to 480i.

≥Connect terminals of the same color.

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Connections

HDMI IN

Multi channel speakers

HDMI cable

Amplifier/receiver

Back of the unit

Television

HDMI IN

HDMI OUT

Back of the unit

Amplifier/receiver

Optical digital audio cable

Digital Audio Connections

D Connecting to HDMI AV OUT terminal

AC IN

LAN

AV OUT

10BASE-T/

100BASE-TX

Connecting to Digital Audio Output terminal

≥“HDMI Video Mode” and “HDMI Audio Output”

should be set to “On”. (> 34)

≥“Digital Audio Output” : Depending on the

connected amplifier/receiver. (> 33)

≥The HDMI connection supports VIERA Link

“HDAVI Control” (> 28) when used with a compatible Panasonic TV.

≥Enjoying High Bit rate Audio of BD-Video

(> 8)

≥Please set “Digital Audio Output” to the

connection you will use for optical digital. (> 33)

≥When connecting a TV (> 11, A) with HDMI

AV OUT terminal, set “HDMI Audio Output” to “Off”. (> 34) (Otherwise, the sound may not be output with the desired audio.)

OPTICAL IN

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(

PCM/BITSTREAM

OPTICAL

)

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

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Analog Audio Connection

DEO

AUDIO OUT

Television

Audio/Video cable (included)

Back of the unit

Amplifier/receiver

AUDIO IN

Back of the unit

AC power supply cord (included)

To a household AC outlet

(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)

Cooling fan

F Connecting to AUDIO OUT terminal

AUDIO IN

OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(

)

PCM/BITSTREAM

R L

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

VIDEO OUT

Y LRP

AUDIO OUT

AC power connection

AC IN

LAN

AV OUT

10BASE-T/

100BASE-TX

OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (

PCM/BITSTREAM

)

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

≥Using the two analog audio channels this

connection provides, you will not be able to use any surround sound audio modes.

Getting started

≥For best results this unit should be connected

directly to an AC outlet.

≥This unit consumes a small amount of AC

power (“Quick Start”: “Off”, less than 0.5 W) 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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Remote control and unit reference guide

SD CARD

Pull to flip down the front panel.

! Turn the unit on and off (> 15) @ TV operation buttons (> 15)

You can opera t e the T V t hro ug h t he un it ’ s re mo t e control. [Í TV POWER] : Turn the television on and off [INPUT] : Input select [ijVOL] : Adjust the volume [WXCH] : Channel select

# Open or close the disc tray (> 19) $ Select title numbers, etc./Enter numbers or

characters (> 18, 20) (The character buttons may be used when operating VIERA CAST contents. [CANCEL] : Cancel/Reset the t ap e co un te r (> 17, 26)

% Basic playback control butt ons (> 20, 21, 26) ^ Show status messages (> 21, 26) & Show Pop-up menu (> 20) * Show Top menu/Direct Navigator (> 20) ( Show sub menu (> 24) AJ These buttons are used when:

≥Operating a BD-Video disc that includes Java

applications (BD-J). For more information about operating this kind of disc, please read the instructions that came with the disc.

≥

Displaying “T itle View” and “Album View” screens.

(Only the [ R] and [G] buttons,

≥Operating contents of VIERA CAST. (> 27)

AA Show Setup menu (> 32) AB Switch on/off Secondary Video (Picture-in-picture)

(> 23)

AC Transmit the remote control signal AD TRACKING/V-LOCK (> 26) AE Select audio (> 21, 26) AF Reproduce more natural audio (> 21) AG Show FUNCTIONS menu (> 21) AH Selection/OK, Frame-by-frame (> 21) AI Show on-screen menu (> 30) BJ Return to previous screen BA Select drive (BD/DVD/CD, SD card, USB device,

VHS) (> 20)

BB Displays the Home screen of the VIERA CAST

(> 27)

24)

27)

 

EJECT

POWER

1 Cassette eject button (> 19) 2 Cassette compartment (> 19) 3 Open or close the disc tray (> 19) 4 Disc tray (> 19) 5 SD Card LED

≥It is possible to set the LED to turn on/off. (> 33, SD Card LED

Control)

6 POWER button (POWER Í/I) (> 15)

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.

7 Remote control signal sensor (> 5)

OPEN/CLOSE

SD CARD



8 Display

Disc indicator SD card

The indicator and access lamp blink when reading data from a card, or USB device, or writing data to a card.

9 Stop (> 20, 26) : Pause (> 20, 26) ; Start play (> 20) < USB port (> 19) = SD card slot (> 19)

Rear panel terminals (> 10–13, 16)

indicator

Tape indicator USB access

lamp

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Setting

Easy Setting

After connecting your new player and pressing the power button, a screen for the basic settings will appear.

Preparation Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the television.

1 Press [Í POWER].

Setup screen appears.

≥If this unit is connected to a Panasonic TV (VIERA)

supporting HDAVI Control 2 or later via an HDMI cable, then the “On-screen Language” and “TV Aspect” setting information on the TV are captured from the TV.

Follow the on-screen instructions and make the settings with [

3,4

] and [OK].

“On-screen Language”, “TV Aspect” and “Quick Start” are set. (> 33, 34, 36)

POWER

Reprogramming the remote control for TV control

You can operate the TV using the unit’s remote control.

Point the remote control at the television.

1 Input the 4-digit code with the numbered buttons while

pressing [Í TV POWER].

e.g., 0001: [0] B [0] B [0] B [1]

2 Test by turning on the television.

Brand TV Code Brand TV Code Brand TV Code

Panasonic 0051/0055/0250/0650 ADVENT 0761/0783/0815/0817/0842 AKAI 0030/0098/0672/0702/0812 AMERICA ACTION 0180 AOC 0003/0019/0030/0052/0137/0185 APEX DIGITAL 0748/0765/0767/0879/0890

AUDIOVOX AXION 1937

BANG & OLUFSEN0620/1620 BROKSONIC 0003/0236/0463 CASIO 0611/1205

DAEWOO

EMERSON ENVISION 0030/0813

EPSON 0833/0840 FISHER 0154/0159 FUJITSU 0179/0186/0683/0809/0853

GOLDST AR GO VIDEO 0886

HAIER 0768/1034 HANNSPREE 1348/1351/1352 HEWLETT

PACKAR D HISENSE 0748

0003/0092/0180/0451/0623/0802/0875/ 1937

0019/0039/0066/0067/0091/0092/0451/ 0623/0661/0672/1661

0019/0038/0039/0154/0158/0171/0177/ 0178/0179/0180/0181/0182/0183/0185/ 0236/0270/0280/0282/0463/0623

0021/0027/0029/0047/0051/0055/0135/ 0138/0174/0178/0251/0279/0282/0451/ 0747/1347/1447 0019/0030/0032/0106/0178/0317/0409/ 0442/0457/0700/0856/1178/1265

1088/1089/1101/1494/1502

HIT ACHI INFOCUS 0736/0738/0741/0752/0781/1164/1516 JVC KLH 0765/0767 LG LOEWE 0136

MAGNAVOX MARANTZ 0030/0054/0444/0704/0854/0855/1154

MEMOREX 0016/0106/0150/0154/0178/0179/0463 MITSUBISHI NORCENT 0748/0824/1089

OPTOMA 0887 ORION 0179/0236/0463/1463 PHILIPS 0054/0690/1154/1454

PHILIPS MAGNAV OX

PIONEER 0038/0166/0172/0679/0866 POLAROID PROSCAN 0047/0747/1347/1447

PROVIEW 0835/1401/1498 RCA RUNCO 0017/0030/0251/0497/0603

0016/0032/0038/0056/0095/0097/0145/ 0151/0173/0227/0279/0409/0413/1145

0036/0053/0069/0160/0169/0182/0731/ 1253

0019/0030/0032/0106/0178/0317/0409/ 0442/0457/0700/0856/1178/1265

0020/0024/0028/0030/0036/0054/0096/ 0179/0186/0187/0230/0386/0706/0802/ 1254/1454

0014/0019/0093/0098/0150/0155/0178/ 0331/0358/0836/0868/1250

0020/0024/0028/0030/0036/0054/0096/ 0179/0186/0187/0230/0386/0690/0706/ 0802/1154/1254/1454

0765/0865/1262/1276/1314/1316/1326/ 1327/1328/1341/1498/1523

0018/0019/0029/0038/0047/0090/0135/ 0174/0278/0679/0747/1047/1147/1247/ 1347/1447/1547

≥You can perform this setup anytime by

selecting “Easy Setting” in the Setup menu. (> 36)

≥You can also change these settings

individually. (> 33, 34, 36

≥If your television brand has more than

one code listed, select the one that allows correct operation.

≥If your television brand is not listed or if

the code listed for your television does not allow control of your television, this remote control is not compatible with your television. Use your television’s remote control.

SAMPO 0030/0032/0039/0052/0100/0110/1755 SAMSUNG SANSUI 0463

SANYO SHARP SONY

SVA 0587/0748/0768/0865/0870/0871/0872 SYLVAN IA SYMPHONIC 0171/0180

SYNTAX-BRILLIAN1007/1144/1240/1255/1257/1258/1331 TA TUNG 0003/0049/0055/0396/1101/1756 THOMSON 0209/0210/0047

TOSHIBA ULTRA 0391

VIEWSONIC 0857/0864/0885/1755 WESTINGHOUSE 0885/0889/0890/1282/1577 Y AMAHA 0019/0030/0769/0833/0839 ZENITH 0016/0017/0092/0178/0463/1265

0019/0030/0032/0056/0060/0178/0329/ 0408/0427/0587/0702/0766/0812/0814/ 1060

0088/0107/0146/0154/0159/0232/0484/ 0799/0893 0039/0093/0153/0157/0165/0220/0281/ 0386/0398/0491/0688/0818/0851 0000/0011/0080/0111/0273/0353/0810/ 0834/0867/1100

0020/0028/0030/0054/0065/0096/0171/ 0381

0036/0060/0149/0154/0156/0650/0832/ 0845/1156/1164/1256/1265/1356/1656/ 1704

)

Getting started

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Broadband network connection

LAN

10BASE-T/ 100BASE-TX

AV OUT

VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO O

OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (

PCM/BITSTREAM

)

AC IN

Telecommunications equipment (modem, etc.)

Straight LAN cable (not included)

Broadband router, etc.

Back of the unit

Internet

Firmware Update

The latest firmware is available. Latest Online Version:

x.x

Current Installed Version:

x.x

Do you want to start firmware update? For the update information, please visit the following website: http://panasonic.net/support/

Yes No

The latest firmware is available. Please update firmware in Setup.

Firmware updates

The following services can be used when this unit is connected to the Internet via a broadband connection.

≥Firmware can be updated

(B right)

≥You can enjoy the BD-Live (> 23) ≥You can enjoy the VIERA CAST (> 27)

≥Use shielded LAN cables when connecting to peripheral devices. ≥With installation where your broadband modem is connected

directly to your PC, a router must be installed.

≥Use a router that supports 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX. ≥In case all available connection on your router is being used, a hub

or switch can be installed to provide additional connections.

≥When operating the VIERA CAST, use high-speed Internet service

no less than 1.5 Mbps for SD (Standard Definition) and 6 Mbps for HD (High Definition) picture quality by your local broadband company. –If using slow Internet connection, the video may not be displayed

correctly.

≥After physically connecting this unit to your broadband connection,

some configuration is required. (> 17)

≥Inserting any cable other than a LAN cable in the LAN terminal can

damage the unit.

Occasionally, Panasonic releases firmware updates for this BD Player. Firmware is embedded software that controls this unit’s microprocessor. These updates may add or improve a feature of this unit. Firmware updates may also be released to correct operating irregularities that are discovered with certain movies. These updates are available at no charge.

Automatically check the firmware

This unit is capable of auto firmware check if it is connected to the Internet via a broadband connection. When latest firmware version is available, the following screen is displayed. Select “Yes” or “No”.

≥If “Yes” is selected, then follow the on-screen instructions. ≥If “No” is selected, then manually update the firmware later.

(B below) After the latest firmware is downloaded, the system will be restarted and the firmware will be updated.

When the system is restarted, the screen display disappears and “START” is displayed on the unit’s display. After the firmware is updated and the system is restarted, the following screen indicates that the firmware update has been completed.

The firmware was updated.

Current Installed Version

≥During the update process, no other operations can be performed.

Serious damage may occur if you turn the power off and/or press

any buttons. ≥Downloading will require several minutes. It may take longer or the

Internet may not be connected depending on the connection

environment. It is required that you use a broadband connection. ≥When the unit is connected to the Internet, communication charges

may be generated. ≥If you do not want to check for the latest firmware version when the

unit is turned on, set “Automatic Update Check” to “Off”. (> 36)

RETURN

x.x

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Manually updating the firmware

If the firmware update is not carried out when the unit is turned on, a message is displayed when displaying the FUNCTIONS menu.

1) Press [SETUP].

2) Press [3, 4] to select “Others” and press [OK].

3) Press [3, 4] to select “Firmware Update” and press [OK].

4) Press [3, 4] to select “Update Now” and press [OK].

5) Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [OK].

If downloading on thi s un it fai ls or t hi s u nit is not c o nnect ed to

the Internet, then you can download the latest firmware from

the followi ng website and burn it to a CD- R to update the

firmware.

http://panasonic.net/support/

(This site is in English only.)

+ 36 hidden pages

Panasonic DMP-BD70V User Manual

Getting started

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Unit and media care

Table of contents

Accessory information

Media (Disc/Card/USB device/Video cassette) information

Audio and video information

Connections

Remote control and unit reference guide

Setting

Broadband network connection

Firmware updates