Panasonic DMP-BDT270, DMP-BD93 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these Owner’s Manual are of DMP-BDT270.

Blu-ray Disc

Player

Model No. DMP-BDT270

DMP-BD93

Firmware updates

Panasonic is constantly improving the unit’s firmware to ensure that our customers are enjoying the latest technology. Panasonic recommends updating your firmware as soon as you are notified. For details, refer to “Firmware updates” (> 13) or http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ (This site is in English only.)

Thank you for purchasing this product. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.

If you have any questions, visit : U.S.A. : www.panasonic.com/support Canada : www.panasonic.ca/english/support

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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.

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.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

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 is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

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 interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device. Contains FCC ID: 2ADKJWF4101 Contains IC: 12493A-WF4101

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 20 cm (7 (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).

/8q) or more away from person’s body

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-BDT270

DMP-BD93

Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 Support Contact: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.

CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)

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Precautions

WARNING

Unit

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,

≥ Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing. ≥ Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this unit. ≥ Use only the recommended accessories. ≥ Do not remove covers. ≥ Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified

service personnel.

AC power supply cord

≥ The power plug is the disconnecting device. Install this unit so that

the power plug can be unplugged from the socket outlet immediately.

CAUTION

Unit

≥ This unit utilizes a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or

performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

≥ Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles, on

this unit.

Placement

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, ≥ Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in

another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.

≥ Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with newspapers,

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 and may cause a fire. ≥ Danger of ex plosion if battery is inc orrectly replaced. Rep lace only

with the type recommended by the manufacturer.

≥ When disposing of the batteries, please contact your local

authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

≥ Do not mix old and new batteries or different types at the same

time.

≥ Do not heat or expose to flame. ≥ Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for

a long period of time with doors and windows closed.

≥ Do not take apart or short circuit. ≥ Do not recharge alkaline or manganese batteries. ≥ Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

Remove batteries if you do not intend to use the remote control for a long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.

[BD93]

AC adaptor

This AC adaptor operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V. But ≥ In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a

120 V AC power supply only.

≥ When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or

Canada, use a plug adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration.

Wireless LAN connection

The following limits are in place regarding the usage of this unit. You must be aware of these limits before using this unit. Panasonic will in no way be responsible for any incidental damage which may arise due to a failure to obey these limits, or to any condition of use or disuse of this unit.

≥ Data transmitted and received over radio waves may be

intercepted and monitored.

≥ This unit contains delicate electronic components.

Please use this unit in the manner in which it was intended and follow the following points: – Do not expose this unit to high temperatures or direct sunlight. – Do not bend, or subject this unit to strong impacts. – Keep this unit away from moisture. – Do not disassemble or alter this unit in any way.

Restriction on use of unauthorized copied content

This unit adopts the following technology for copyright protection.

Cinavia Notice This product uses Cinavia technology to limit the use of unauthorized copies of some commercially-produced film and videos and their soundtracks. When a prohibited use of an unauthorized copy is detected, a message will be displayed and playback or copying will be interrupted. More information about Cinavia technology is provided at the Cinavia Online Consumer Information Center at http://www.cinavia.com request additional information about Cinavia by mail, send a postcard with your mailing address to: Cinavia Consumer Information Center, P.O. Box 86851, San Diego, CA, 92138, USA.

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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. (> 28, “To return all settings to the factory preset.”) ≥ The operation history may be recorded in the memory of this unit.

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Conforms to UL STD 60065.

Certified to CAN/CSA STD C22.2 No.60065.

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(Inside of product)

IMPORTANT SAFETY

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

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Getting started

Settings

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

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

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Unit and media care . . . . . . . . . .5

Playable media. . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Control reference guide . . . . . . .8

Connections and settings

Connecting to a TV . . . . . . . . .10

Connecting to

an amplifier/receiver . . . . . . . .10

Connecting to the network . . . .11

Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Playback

Inserting or

removing media . . . . . . . . . . .14

HOME menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

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

Network Service

(Enjoying Netflix, etc.) . . . . . .18

Home Network feature . . . . . . .19

“HDMI CEC” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Reference

Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . 28

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

Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . 36, 37

Referencia rápida en español

(Spanish Quick Reference). . . . 38

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

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Getting started



R6/LR6, AA



(Alkaline or manganese batteries)

DO NOT

Getting started

Accessories

Check the supplied accessories before using this unit.

1 Remote control

[BDT270] (N2QAYB001023) [BD93] (N2QAYB001024)

2 Batteries for remote control

[BDT270] AC power supply cord

(K2CB2YY00092)

[BD93] AC adaptor

(SAE0001)

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.

[For_Canada]

The enclosed Canadian French label sheet corresponds to the English display on the unit.

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≥ Product numbers are provided in this Owner’s Manual

correct as of December 2014. These may be subject to change.

≥ Do not use AC power supply cord and AC adaptor with

other equipment.

≥ Do not use any other AC power supply cords and AC

adaptors except the supplied one.

∫ Using the remote control

Insert the batteries to the terminal so that it (i and j) matches those in the remote control.

Point it at the remote control signal sensor on this unit. (> 9)

∫ Clean discs

Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry with a dry cloth.

∫ 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.

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Playable media

Getting started

Device

DVD

Media

markings

Device types Contents format

BD-Video Video

Video,

BD-RE

JPEG, MPO* AAC, ALAC, DSD* FLAC, MP3, WAV, WMA

Video, MKV, Xvid*

BD-R

AAC, ALAC, DSD* FLAC, MP3, WAV, WMA

DVD-Video Video

DVD-R

Video, AVCHD, MKV, Xvid* JPEG, MPO* AAC, ALAC, DSD*

DVD-R DL

FLAC, MP3, WAV, WMA

DVD-RW

Video, AVCHD

— +R/+RW/+R DL

Music CD Music [CD-DA]

—

USB

[BDT270] only

Canada only

—

≥ See pages 7 and 32 for more information on the types of content that can be played.

CD-R

CD-RW

USB devices

(up to 4 TB)

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MKV, Xvid* JPEG, MPO*

, AAC, ALAC, FLAC, MP3, Music [CD-DA], WAV, W MA

MKV, MP4, MPEG2,

Xvid* JPEG, MPO* AAC, ALAC, DSD*

FLAC, MP3, WAV, WMA

Getting started

BD-Video

DVD-Video

Example:

∫ Types of 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 ≥ HD DVD

∫ Region management information

The unit can play back BD-Video/DVD-Video discs of the following regions codes, including “ALL”:

≥ The unit cannot playback discs in PAL format.

∫ Finalize

Any DVD-R/RW/R DL, +R/+RW/+R DL and CD-R/RW that are recorded by a recorder need to be finalized by the recorder to play on this unit. Please refer to the recorder’s owner’s manuals.

∫ BD-Video

≥ This unit supports high bit rate audio (Dolby®

Digital Plus, Dolby Resolution Audio

) adopted in BD-Video.

Audio

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

“PCM” and “DTS Neo:6” is set to “Off”, the maximum possible number of Dolby 2ch PCM. (> 24)

TrueHD, DTS-HD High

and DTS-HD Master

sound is

∫ Music CD

≥ Operation and sound quality of CDs that do not

comply with CD-DA specifications (copy control CDs, etc.) cannot be guaranteed to work.

≥ 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.

[BDT270]

∫ 3D

≥ 3D videos and 3D still pictures can be played

back when this unit is connected to a 3D compatible TV using a High Speed HDMI Cable.

≥ 2D video can be enjoyed as 3D virtually. (> 22)

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Getting started

[BD93]

Control reference guide

When other Panasonic devices respond to the remote control of the unit, change the remote control code. (> 27)

34 14 16 12

17 18

1121

1 Turn the unit on and off 2 TV operation buttons

You can operate the Panasonic TV using this

unit’s remote control. Some buttons may not work depending on the TV. [Í TV] : Turn the TV on and off [AV] : Change input [ijVOL] : Adjust the volume

3 Select title numbers, etc./Enter numbers or

[BDT270] characters

4 Cancel 5 Basic playback control buttons (> 16) 6 Show Closed Caption setup screen

(> 22, 25) 7 Show Pop-up menu/Top menu (> 16) 8 Show Option menu (> 21) 9 Colored buttons (red, green, yellow, blue)

Used for various purposes depending on the

display. 10 Transmit the remote control signal 11 Open or close the disc tray (> 14) 12 Show the status messages (> 17)

[BDT270] Switch Secondary Video on/off

(Picture-in-picture) (> 22) 14 Change soundtrack (> 16)

[BDT270] Show Miracast

screen (> 19)

16 Show the Home Screen of Network Service

(> 18) 17 Exit the Menu screen 18 Show Netflix screen (> 18) 19 Show HOME menu (> 15) 20 [3, 4, 2, 1] :

Move the highlight for selection

[OK] : Confirm the selection

(;1) : Frame-by-frame (> 16) 21 Return to previous screen

[BD93] Show Setup menu (> 23)

∫ Available keys for HDMI CEC (> 21)

3 Number keys 5 Basic playback control buttons 8 Option button 9 Colored buttons (red, green, yellow, blue) 17 Exit button 20 [3, 4, 2, 1]/[OK] button 21 Return button

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Getting started

1 234

1 2 3 4

875 6

[BD93]

[BDT270]

1 Disc tray (> 14) 2 USB port (> 14) 3 POWER LED

The LED lights when the unit is turned on, and flashes when error occurs. (> 31)

4 Remote control signal sensor

Distance: Within approx. 7 m (23 feet) Angle: Approx. 20e up and down, 30e left and right

5 Open or close the disc tray (> 14)

[BDT270] Stop (> 16)

[BDT270] Start play (> 16)

7 8 Standby/on switch (Í/I) (> 12)

Press to switch the unit from on to standby

mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit

still consumes a small amount of power.

Rear panel terminals (> 10, 11)

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Connections and settings

HDMI IN

HDMI cable

AC power supply cord

(supplied)

AC adaptor (supplied)

[BDT270]

[BD93]

To an AC outlet

[BDT270]

[BD93]

Amplifier/receiver

HDMI cable

[BDT270]

[BD93]

[BDT270]

[BD93]

Connections and settings

Connecting to a TV

Connect the power supply cord after making all connections. ≥ Before making any connections, we recommend that you temporarily disconnect all the units from AC

power outlet.

≥ 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 or HDMI cables 5.0 meters (16.4 ft.) or less.

≥ This unit consumes a small amount of AC power (> 32) even when turned off in standby mode. For

the purpose of energy conservation, the unit should be disconnected if you will not be using it for extended period of time.

[BDT270] 24p (4K) signal, please use

Connecting to an amplifier/receiver

HDMI OUT

≥ Set “Digital Audio Output” (> 24).

[BDT270] When connecting to a non-3D or 4K compatible amplifier/receiver, connect this unit to a TV,

≥

then connect the TV and the amplifier/receiver. Please note, however, that the audio can only be up to 5.1ch.

≥ When using the TV or amplifier/receiver that does not have the indication of “(ARC)”

(non-ARC-compatible) on the HDMI terminal, the amplifier/receiver and TV must also be connected using an optical digital cable in order to enjoy the TV’s sound through the amplifier/receiver.

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HDMI IN

(ARC)

HDMI IN

(ARC)

Connections and settings

Wireless router, etc.

Internet

LAN Cable

Internet

Broadband router, etc.

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)

[BDT270] This unit supports Wi-Fi Direct

≥

without router. You can use this function when enjoying Home Network feature, etc. Internet access is not available while connected via Wi-Fi Direct

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

Wireless LAN connection

This unit has built-in Wi-Fi

≥ For up-to-date compatibility information on your wireless router, r efe r 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/support (For U.S.A.) http://www.panasonic.ca/english/support (For Canada)

≥ The unit is not compatible with public wireless LAN services provided in airports, stations, cafes, etc. ≥ See page 3 for the precautions for wireless LAN connection.

and can be connected to a wireless router.

and can make a wireless connection to wireless devices

. (> 19, 25)

[BDT270]

LAN cable 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 port can damage the unit.

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Connections and settings

Easy Network Setting

Wired

Wireless

Select a connection mode.

RETURN

e.g.

WPS (PUSH)

Wireless Settings

Reception

Select a wireless network for connection. Press the green button to connect via WPS (PUSH button method).

SSID

XXXXXXXXXX

XXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXX

Search again

RETURN

OPTION

Settings

The following settings can be performed anytime in the Setup menu (> 25, 27).

Easy Settings

After connecting your new player for the first time and pressing [Í], the basic settings screen will appear.

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

1 Press [Í].

Setup screen appears.

2 Follow the on-screen instructions to

continue with the settings.

Easy Network Setting

After completing “Easy Settings”, you can perform “Easy Network Setting”.

Follow the on-screen instructions to establish your connection settings.

∫ About the wireless connection

To obtain your network name (SSID*) and encryption key (password).

The default settings may be printed on the router. If the SSID and password have been changed, consult the person responsible for setting up your network.

For more details, refer to the manual supplied with the wireless broadband router, or contact your Internet provider.

For more information or assistance, refer to http://www.panasonic.com/support (U.S. customers only)

If your SSID is not displayed;

Search again by pressing the red button on the remote control.

SSID XXXXXXXXXXXX

KEY XXXXXXXXXXXX

PIN XXXXXXXXX

e.g.,

[BDT270]

Select “Wired” or “Wireless” and press [OK].

Stealth SSIDs will not be displayed; in this case, enter manually in the following order. 1 To display the SSID input screen :

[BDT270]

Press [HOME]

> select [OK] to select “Setup”

> select “Player Settings”

[BD93]

While displaying the HOME menu, press the

[SETTINGS] button on the remote control

> select “Network” and press [OK]

> select “Network Settings” and press [OK]

> select “Wireless Settings” and press [OK]

> select “Connection Setting” and press [OK]

> select “Manual setting” and press [OK]

2 Enter your SSID.

≥ If your wireless network is encrypted, go to

page 13.

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+ 28 hidden pages

Panasonic DMP-BDT270, DMP-BD93 User Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Precautions

Table of contents

Getting started

Accessories

Unit and media care

Playable media

Control reference guide

Connections and settings

Connecting to a TV

Connecting to an amplifier/receiver

Connecting to the network

Settings