Panasonic DMP-BD77, DMP-BD87, DMP-BD871 User Manual

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Owner’s Manual

Blu-ray Disc

Player

Model No. DMP-BD871

DMP-BD87

DMP-BD77

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

Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in this Owner’s Manual are of DMP-BD871 for U.S.A.

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Getting started

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 p lug has two bl ades 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.

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 ha s 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 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.

CAUTION

CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NO T REM O VE SCREW S.

NO USER-SER VICEABLE PARTS

INSIDE.

REFER SER VICING T O QU ALIFIE D

SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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.

RISK

ELECTRIC

SHOCK

NOT

OPEN

[BD871] [BD87]

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES IN THE U .S.A.

AND CANADA

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules and

RSS-Gen of IC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) this

device must accept any interf erence, includ ing interferen ce

that may cause undesired operation of this device.

Contains FCC ID: ZVABDDMPBD87

Contains IC: 9976A-DMPBD87

This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in

conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure

limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets

the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in

Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio

frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very

low levels of RF energy that is deemed to comply without

maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). But it is

desirable that it should be installed and operated keeping

the radiator at least 20cm (7

) or more away from person’s

body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).

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 devi ce must accept

any interference received, including interference that may

cause undesired operation.

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: Panasonic

Model No.: DMP-BD871

DMP-BD87

DMP-BD77

Responsible Party:

Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094

Support Contact:

Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America

T elepho ne No.: 1-80 0-211-PANA (7262)

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian

ICES-003.

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Unit

T o 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 th is unit.

≥ Use only the recommended accessories.

≥ Do not remove covers.

≥ Do not repair this unit by yourse lf. Refer servicing to qualified

service pers onnel.

AC power supply cord

≥ Install this unit s o that the power cord ca n be unplugged from the

socket outlet immediately if any problem occurs.

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 s ou rces of nak ed fla mes , suc h as l igh ted ca ndl es, on

this unit.

Placement

T o 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 uni t is well ventilated.

≥ Do not obstruct th is unit’s ventilation openings with news papers,

tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.

≥ Do not place the unit on amplifiers/receivers or equipment that

may become hot. The heat can damage the unit.

Batteries

Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage, whi ch can

damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.

≥ Danger of explosion if batte ry is inc orre ctly r eplac ed. Repla ce only

with the type recommended by the man u facturer.

≥ When disposing th e batte ries, pleas e cont act yo ur loca l aut horit ies

or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

≥ Do not mix old and ne w ba tte r ie s or differ e nt ty pe s at the sam e

time.

≥ 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 sho r t circuit.

≥ Do not attempt to re c harge alkaline or man ganese batteries.

≥ Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

Remove batteries if the remote control is not going to be used for a

long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.

(Inside of product)

Table of contents

Getting started

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . .2

Accessori e s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Unit and media care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Playable me d i a . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Control reference guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Connections & Settings

STEP 1 : Connecting to a TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

STEP 2 : Connecting to

an amplifier/receiver. . . . . . . . . . . .8

STEP 3 : Connecting to the network . . . . . . .9

STEP 4 : Connecting to

an AC power source. . . . . . . . . . .10

STEP 5 : Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Playback

Inserting or removing medi a . . . . . . . . . . . .14

HOME menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Multi User Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Enjoying Network Service

(NETFLIX, etc.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Home Network feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

“HDMI CEC”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Settings

Option menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Reference

Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Supplemental information . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Precautions of Wireless LAN connection. . . 32

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37, 38

Referencia rápida en español

(Spanish Quick Reference) . . . . . . . . . . . .39

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

WARNING

CAUTION

≥ Restriction on use of unauthorized

copied content (

> 33)

≥ About Firmware updates (

> 13)

Getting startedConnectio ns & S e tt i ngsPlaybackSettingsReference

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Accessories

Check the supplied accessories before using this

unit.

1 Remote control

(N2QAYB000734)

2 Batteries for remote control

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≥ Product numbers provided in this Owner’s Manual correct

as of December 2011. These may be subject to change.

∫ Using the remote control

Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the

remote control.

Point it at the remote control signal sensor on this

unit. (> 7)

Unit and media care

∫ 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.

∫ This unit’s lens

Use the lens cleaner (not supplied) to clean the

unit’s lens.

∫ Clean discs

Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

∫ Disc 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.

≥ Do not use the following discs:

– 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.

∫ 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. (> 27, “To return all settings to the

factory preset.”)

≥ The operation history may be recorded in the

memory of this unit.

[For_Canada]

The enclosed Canadian French label sheet corresponds

to the English display on the unit.



R6/LR6, AA



(Alkaline or manganese batteries)

DO NOT

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Playable media

≥ See pages 6 and 33 for more information on the types of content that can be played.

Type Logo examples Type detail Playable contents

BD-Video Video

BD-RE Video, JPEG

BD-R Video, MKV

DVD-Video Video

DVD-R

Video, AVCHD

MKV, JPEG, FLAC,

MP3, WAV

DVD-R DL

DVD-RW

Video, AVCHD

— +R/+RW/+R DL

Music CD Music [CD-DA]

—

CD-R

CD-RW

MKV, JPEG,

FLAC, MP3,

Music [CD-DA], WAV

—

USB devices

(up to 2 TB)

MP4, MPEG, MKV,

JPEG, FLAC,

MP3, WAV

DVD

USB

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∫ Discs that cannot be played in

this unit

Any other disc that is not specifically

supported or previously described.

≥ DVD-RAM

≥ Super Audio CD

≥ Photo CD

≥ DVD-Audio

≥ Video CD and Super Video CD

≥ WMA discs

≥ All types of DivX discs

≥ PAL discs

≥ HD DVD

≥

BD-Video discs recorded at a rate of 50 fields/sec

∫ Region management information

BD-Video

This unit can play BD-Video discs supporting the

region code “A”.

DVD-Video

This unit can play DVD-Video discs supporting

the region number “1” or “ALL”.

∫ Finalize

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.

∫ 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.

≥ If “Dolby D/Dolby D +/Dolby TrueHD” is set to

“PCM”, the maximum possible number of Dolby

sound is 2ch PCM. (> 23)

∫ Music CD

≥ 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 playback may not be possible.

∫ USB device

≥ This unit does not guarantee connection with all

USB devices.

≥

This unit does not support USB device charging.

≥ 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.

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≥ 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.

≥ 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.

Example:

ALL

Example:

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Control reference guide

1 Turn the unit on and off

2 TV operation buttons

You can operate the Panasonic TV through

the unit’s remote control (Depending on the

TV these buttons may not work.).

[

TV] : Turn the television on and off

[AV] : Switch the input select

[ijVOL] : Adjust the volume

3 Select title numbers, etc./Enter numbers

4 Cancel

5 Select audio (> 16 )

6 Basic playback control buttons (> 16)

7 Show status messages (> 17)

8 Show Pop-up menu/Top menu (> 17)

9 Show Option menu (> 21)

10 Colored buttons

Used for various purposes depending on the

display.

11 Transmit the remote control signal

12 Open or close the disc tray (> 14)

13 Show NETFLIX screen (> 18)

14 Switch on/off Secondary Video

(Picture-in-picture) (> 22)

15 Show Setup menu (> 23)

16 Exit the menu screen

17 Show the selection screen of network

features (> 18)

18 Show HOME menu (> 14)

19 [3, 4, 2, 1] :

Move the highlight for selection

[OK] : Confirm the selection

(;1) : Frame-by-frame (> 16)

20 Return to previous screen

1 Standby/on switch (Í/I) (> 11)

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.

2 Disc tra y (> 14)

3 USB port (> 14)

4 Display (> 31)

5 Remote control signal sensor

Distance: Within approx. 7 m (23 feet)

Angle: Approx. 20e up and down, 30e left and

right

6 Stop (> 16)

7 Start play (> 16)

8 Open or close the disc tray (> 14)

Rear panel terminals (> 8–10)

1 8

2 3 4 6 75

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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.

≥ Connect terminals of the same color.

STEP 2 : Connecting to an amplifier/receiver

≥ Set “Digital Audio Output” (> 23).

≥ 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 (High quality)

VIDEO OUT (Standard quality)

HDMI IN

HDMI cable

VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN

Audio/Video cable

HDMI IN

(ARC)

HDMI OUT

(ARC)

HDMI IN

Amplifier/receiver

HDMI cable HDMI cable

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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 (> 13)

≥ You can enjoy BD-Live (> 17)

≥ You can enjoy Network Service (> 18)

≥ You can access other devices (Home Network) (> 19)

For details about connection method, refer to the instructions supplied with the connected equipment.

– [BD871] [BD87] : Wireless LAN is built in. (There is no need to connect a Wireless LAN Adaptor.)

– [BD77] : Connect the Wireless LAN Adaptor

DY-WL5

(optional). Only

DY-WL5

can be used.

Read the operating instructions for DY-WL

thoroughly when using it.

≥ For up-to-date compatibility information on your wireless router refer to

http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/

(This site is in English only.)

For additional information about this unit refer to

http://www.panasonic.com/consumer/support (For U.S.A.)

≥ The unit is not compatible with public wireless LAN ser vices prov ided in airports, stations, cafes, etc.

≥ See page 32 for the precautions of wireless LAN connection.

≥ 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.

Wireless LAN connection

LAN cable connection

Wireless router, etc.

Internet

[BD871] [BD87]

[BD77]

LAN Cable

Internet

Broadband router, etc.

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STEP 4 : Connecting to an AC power source

≥ This unit consumes a small amount of AC power (> 32) 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.

To a household AC outlet

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STEP 5 : Settings

After connecting your new player for the first time

and pressing [Í], 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].

Setup screen appears.

2 Follow the on-screen instructions and

apply the settings.

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≥ You can perform this setup anytime by selecting “Easy

Setting” in the Setup menu. (> 25)

After completing “Easy Setting”, you can perform

“Easy Network Setting”.

Select “Wired” and press [OK].

Follow the on-screen instructions to apply your

connection settings.

Preparation

≥ Obtain your network name (> 12, SSID).

≥ If your wireless connection is encrypted,

please be sure that you know your

encryption key (password).

≥

[BD77]

: If “Wireless LAN Adaptor is not connected.”

is displayed, check that the Wireless LAN Adaptor is

fully inserted. Alternatively, disconnect and reconnect

it. If there is still no change in the display, consult

your dealer for advice.

1 Select “Wireless” and press [OK].

2 Select “Search for wireless network” or

“WPS (PUSH button method)” and press

[OK], then follow the on-screen

instructions and a pply the settings.

∫ “WPS (PUSH button method)”

If you are using a wireless router that supports

WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup

), you can easily

perform the settings.

Easy Setting

Easy Network Setting

Wired connection

Wireless connection

Easy Network Setting

Wired

Wireless

Select a connection mode.

Current setting Wired

RETURN

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)

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∫ “Search for wireless network”

The available wireless networks will be displayed.

1 Select your network name and press [OK].

≥ 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.

When your wireless network is encrypted

2 Press [OK] to select “Encryption Key”.

3 Enter your encryption key (password).

To enter your network name (SSID) manua lly

If your network name (SSID) is not displayed in

step 1, follow these steps.

1 To display the network name (SSID) input

screen :

While displaying the HOME menu, press

[SETTINGS] > select “Network” > [OK] >

select “Network Settings” > [OK] > select

“Wireless Settings” > [OK] > select

“Connection Setting” > [OK] > select

“Manual setting” > [OK]

2 Press [OK] to select “SSID” and enter your

SSID.

≥

If your wireless network is encrypted, go to step

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≥ Refer to the operating instructions of the hub or router.

≥ WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is a standard that facilitates

settings relating to the connection and security of wireless

LAN devices. T o 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. (> 24)

≥ You can redo these settings individually using “Network

Settings”. (> 24)

≥ 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

(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 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.

* 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.

Search again

Connection Settings

Reception

Select a wireless network for connection.

SSID

XXXXXXXXXX

RETURN

OPTION

Wireless Settings

Enter the encryption key (password) of the wireless network.

Encryption Key

Set

“

‘

;

Space

Symbols

Encryption Key (Password)

Shift Delete

Finish

Alphanumeric Other Characters

RETURN

Wireless Settings

Enter your network name (SSID) to connect.

SSID

Set

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