Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
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Safety precautions
WARNINGCAUTION
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.
≥ Do not let metal objects fall inside this unit.
≥ Do not place heavy items on this unit.
AC mains lead
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
≥ Ensure that the power supply voltage corresponds to the
voltage printed on this unit.
≥ Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet.
≥ Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the lead.
≥ Do not handle the plug with wet hands.
≥
Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting the plug.
≥ Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.
Install this unit so that the AC mains lead can be unplugged
from the socket outlet immediately if any problem occurs.
SD card
Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent
swallowing.
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.
≥ This unit may receive radio interference caused by mobile
telephones during use. If such interference occurs, please
increase separation between this unit and the mobile
telephone.
[For[Australia[and[New[Zealand]
≥ This unit is intended for use in moderate climates.
[Except[Australia[and[New[Zealand]
≥ This unit is intended for use in tropical climates.
Placement
Place this unit on an even surface.
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.
≥ Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight, high
temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration.
Batteries
Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage and
may cause a fire.
≥ Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the type recommended by the
manufacturer.
≥ When disposing 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.
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(For Saudi Arabia)
Figure AFigure B
Fuse
(5 ampere)
Fuse
(5 ampere)
How to replace the fuse
The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC
mains plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug
fitted and follow the instructions below.
Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.
1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.
Figure AFigure B
Fuse cover
2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.
Precautions of wireless LAN connection . . . . . 44
≥ Restriction on use of unauthorized
copied content (> 41)
≥ Firmware updates (> 15)
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Getting started
LR6, AA
(Alkaline batteries)
DO
DO NOT
Accessories
Check the supplied accessories before using this
unit.
[For[Australia[and[New[Zeal and]
1 Remote control
(N2QAYB000713)
2 Batteries for remote control
1 AC mains lead
[For]the]Middle]East]
1 Remote control
(N2QAYB000713)
2 Batteries for remote control
2 AC mains lead*
1 HDMI Cable
[For[South[East[Asia]
1 Remote control
(N2QAYB000713)
2 Batteries for remote control
2 AC mains lead*
1 HDMI Cable
* See page 13 for more information.
≥ Product numbers provided in these operating instructions
correct as of January 2012. These may be subject to
change.
≥ Do not use AC mains lead with other equipment.
∫ Using the remote control
Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the
remote control.
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
The disc drive of this unit has sufficient dust
resistance, so there is no need to clean the lens.
∫ Clean discs
Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
∫ Disc and card 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.
≥ Clean any dust, water, or foreign matter from
the terminals on the rear side of the card.
≥ 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.
Point it at the remote control signal sensor on this
unit. (> 8)
4
∫ 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. (> 36, “To return all settings to the
factory preset.”)
≥ The operation history may be recorded in the
memory of this unit.
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Playable media
BD
DVD
CD
SD
USB
Device Disc markingsDevice typesContents format
BD-VideoVideo
BD-REVideo, JPEG, MPO
BD-R
DVD-VideoVideo
DVD-R
DVD-R DL
Video, DivX
Video, AVCHD, DivX
MKV, JPEG, MPO,
FLAC, MP3, WAV
®
, MKV
Getting started
®
,
DVD-RW
—+R/+RW/+R DL
Music CDMusic [CD-DA]
—
SD Memory Card (from 8 MB to 2 GB)
SDHC Memory Card (from 4 GB to 32 GB)
SDXC Memory Card (48 GB, 64 GB)
(Compatible with both mini and micro types)
—
≥ See pages 6–7 and 43 for more information on the types of content that can be played.
CD-R
CD-RW
USB devices
(up to 2 TB)
Video, AVCHD
®
, MKV, JPEG,
DivX
MPO, FLAC, MP3,
Music [CD-DA], WAV
AVCHD, AVCHD 3D,
MP4, MPEG2, JPEG,
MPO
®
, MKV, MP4,
DivX
MPEG, JPEG, MPO,
FLAC, MP3, WAV
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∫ Discs that cannot be played by this
Example:
Example:
Example:
3ALL
3
4
2
Example:
4ALL
3
4
2
Example:
unit
≥ DVD-RAM
≥ Super Audio CD
≥ Photo CD
≥ DVD-Audio
≥ Video CD and Super Video CD
≥ WMA discs
≥ DivX Plus HD discs
≥ HD DVD
∫ Region management information
BD-Video:
[For[South[East[Asia]
This unit can
play BD-Video
discs supporting
the region code
“A”.
This unit can
play BD-Video
discs supporting
the region code
“B”.
DVD-Video:
[For]the]Middle]East]
This unit can
play DVD-Video
discs supporting
the region
number “2” or
“ALL”.
[For[South[East[Asia]
This unit can
play DVD-Video
discs supporting
the region
number “3” or
“ALL”.
[For[Australia[and[New[Zeal and]
This unit can
play DVD-Video
discs supporting
the region
number “4” or
“ALL”.
2ALL
2
3
5
6
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∫ 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.
∫ 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. (> 29)
∫ Music CD
Operation and sound quality of CDs that do not
conform to CD-DA specifications (copy control
CDs, etc.) cannot be guaranteed.
∫ SD card
≥ miniSD Cards, microSD Cards,
microSDHC Cards and
microSDXC Cards can be used,
but must be used with an adaptor
card. These are usually supplied
with such cards, or otherwise
customer provided.
≥ To protect the card’s contents,
move the record prevention tab (on the SD
card) to “LOCK”.
≥ 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 and SDXC Memory
Cards in exFAT.
≥ If the SD card is used with incompatible
computers or devices, recorded contents may
be erased due to the card being formatted etc.
≥ Useable memory may be slightly less than the
card capacity.
∫ 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 can support an HDD formatted to
FAT32 and NTFS.
Some types of HDD may require the use of its
external power supply unit.
∫ BD-RE, BD-R
Discs recorded in DR mode using Panasonic
Blu-ray Disc recorders may not play back the
audio etc., correctly.
≥ 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 these operating instructions. Read the disc’s
instructions carefully.
Getting started
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Control reference guide
INTERNET
R GB Y
OPTION
RETURN
HOME
KEYS
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
10
9
132
456
87
9111012
Pull to flip down the
front panel.
1 Turn the unit on and off
2 Show the Home screen of the VIERA
Connect (> 23)
3 Show HOME menu (> 17)
4 Touchpad (> 9)
Used for various operation
Move the highlight, confirm the selection, etc.
5 Show Option menu (> 27)
6 Coloured buttons (red, green, yellow, blue)
Used for various purposes depending on the
display
7 Start up a video communication (> 23)
8 Set up 3D effects (> 29)
9 Show KEYS screen on the screen (> 10)
10 Return to previous screen
1 Standby/on switch (Í/I) (> 14)
Press to switch the unit from on to standby
is still consuming a small amount of power.
2 Disc slot (> 17)
mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit
3 Slot-in LED
4 Eject the disc* (> 17)
5 Stop* (> 19)
6 Start play* (> 19)
7 CALL LED
The LED will light up when this unit receives
incoming call etc. of the video
communication. (> 23)
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8 Remote control signal sensor
Distance: Within approx. 7 m
Angle: Approx. 20e up and down, 30e left and
right
9 Display
10 Smart eco-sensor (> 16)
11 SD card slot (> 17)
12 USB port (> 17)
* These buttons work just by touching the marks.
The volume of operation sound can be adjusted by “Unit
Operation Volume” . (> 35)
Rear panel terminals (> 11–13)
Using the touchpad
Player Settings
Network
Language
3D
Sound
Picture
The touchpad of the remote control is used for
various operations such as moving the highlight
or pointer, confirming the selection, playback
control, entering characters, etc.
Basic touchpad operation
∫ Move the highlight or the pointer
While touching the touchpad, the highlight or
pointer will move according to the movement of
your finger.
e.g.,
You can move the highlight continuously to up,
down, left and right, by touching and holding an
edge of the touchpad.
≥ It may not work depending on the screen.
∫ Switching the screen
Some screens can be switched by lightly flicking
your finger horizontally or vertically on the
touchpad.
Flick your finger quickly and release from the
touchpad.
Getting started
e.g.,
Bad example of flicking
Finger stops on the touchpad
∫ Confirm the selection
Tap the touchpad to confirm the selection.
Release your finger as soon as it touches the
touchpad.
Movement is too slow
≥ It may not operate correctly in following cases:
– Operate with your fingernails
– Operate wearing gloves
– Operate with wet hand
≥ Do not press the touchpad with pointed objects such as
ballpoint pen, etc., or press with excessive force.
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Using the KEYS screen
23
4
5
6
7
1
SymbolsAlphanumericOther Characters
Input Nickname
Shift
Input Mode
Delete
Finish
User 2
L
Input Nickname
Shift
Input Mode
Delete
Finish
User 2
SymbolsAlphanumericOther Characters
Select to move the cursor in the text box
e.g.,
Entering characters
The KEYS screen that can perform item
selection, playback control, text input, etc., is
displayed on the screen when [KEYS] is pressed.
KEYS screen operation will take priority over all
other operation on the screen.
1 Select the screen to operate by pressing
on [KEYS] several times.
(> below, Types of KEYS screen)
≥ Screen can also be switched by flicking
horizontally.
2 Move the pointer onto the key to select.
3 Release your finger and then tap.
To hide the KEYS screen
Press [RETURN].
∫ Types of KEYS screen
Following screens switch in turn each time
[KEYS] is pressed.
1 When the keyboard screen appears:
Move the highlight or the pointer onto
“Input Mode”, then tap.
You can select the input method from two
types as follows. The mode switches each
time “Input Mode” is selected.
Mode 1:
The highlight moves vertically or horizontally
as your finger moves on the touchpad.
e.g.,
Mode 2:
The pointer moves freely according to the
movement of your finger.
1 Select title numbers, etc./Enter numbers or
characters
2 Show Top menu (> 21)
3 Show Pop-up menu (> 21)
4 Show status messages (> 21)
5[3, 4, 2, 1] :
Move the highlight for selection
[OK] : Confirm the selection
6 Change the display position of the KEYS
screen. The position switches each time the
key is selected.
7 Basic playback control buttons (> 19)≥ [HOME], [KEYS], [OPTION] and [RETURN]
indications are only for guidance purpose.
Selection of these keys is not possible on the
KEYS screen.
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2 Move the highlight or the pointer onto a
key, then tap.
Connections and settings
Getting started
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
L
R
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.
[For]the]Middle]East]and]South]East]Asia] The HDMI-compliant cable is supplied with this unit.
It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. When outputting 1080p signal, please use
HDMI cables 5.0 meters or less.
Recommended part number (High Speed HDMI Cable):
RP-CDHS15 (1.5 m), RP-CDHS30 (3.0 m), RP-CDHS50 (5.0 m), etc.
HDMI AV OUT (High quality)
HDMI IN
HDMI cable
(only supplied for the Middle East and South East Asia)
Connections and settings
VIDEO OUT (Standard quality)
≥ Connect terminals of the same colour.
Audio/Video cable
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STEP 2 : Connecting to an amplifier/receiver
HDMI IN
(ARC)
HDMI OUT
(ARC)
HDMI IN
OPTICAL IN
Perform either one of the following connections in accordance with your amplifier/receiver input
terminal.
HDMI AV OUT
(only supplied for the Middle East and South East Asia)HDMI cable
HDMI cable
Amplifier/receiver
≥ Set “Digital Audio Output” (> 31).
≥ When connecting to a non-3D compatible amplifier/receiver, connect this unit to a TV via HDMI AV
OUT, 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, 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.
OPTICAL
Optical digital cable
≥ Set “HDMI Audio Output” to “Off” (> 31).
≥ Set “Digital Audio Output” (> 31).
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Amplifier/receiver
STEP 3 : Connecting to the network
Broadband router, etc.
Internet
To a household
mains socket
AC mains lead (supplied)
The following services can be used when this unit is connected to broadband.
≥ Firmware can be updated (> 15)
≥ You can enjoy BD-Live (> 22)
≥ You can enjoy VIERA Connect (> 23)
≥ You can access other devices (Home Network)
(> 24)
For details about connection method, refer to the instructions supplied with the connected equipment.
Wireless LAN connection
This unit can be connected to a wireless router wirelessly.
This unit supports Wi-Fi DirectTM and can make a
≥
wireless connection to wireless devices without router.
You can use this function when enjoying Home Network
feature, etc. Internet access is not available while
connected via Wi-Fi Direct
TM
. (>24, 33)
≥ For up-to-date compatibility information on your wireless router, refer to
Wireless router, etc.Internet
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/
(This site is in English only.)
≥ The unit is not compatible with public wireless LAN services provided in airports, stations, cafes, etc.
≥ See page 44 for the precautions of wireless LAN connection.
LAN cable connection
LAN Cable
≥ 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.
STEP 4 : Connecting the AC mains lead
[For]the]Middle]East] Use the AC mains lead that matches the socket for the area you live in.
[For\Saudi\Arabia]
BE SURE TO READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC MAINS LEAD ON PAGE 3 BEFORE
CONNECTION.
[For[South[East[Asia]
AC mains lead with a label is for Thailand.
AC mains lead without a label is for areas other than Thailand.
Connections and settings
≥ This unit consumes a small amount of AC power (> 43) 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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STEP 5 : Settings
RETURN
Easy Network Setting
Wired
Wireless
Select a connection mode.
Current setting : Wired
OK
Wireless Settings
Select a connection method to wireless access point.
Please refer to the operating instructions of your wireless
access point about connection methods.
Search for wireless network
WPS (PUSH button)
*
2
e.g.
Easy Setting
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.
Easy Network Setting
After completing “Easy Setting”, you can perform
“Easy Network Setting”.
Select “Wired” or “Wireless”.
≥ You can perform this setup anytime by selecting “Easy
Setting” in the Setup menu. (> 34)
≥ If this unit is connected to a Panasonic TV (VIERA)
supporting HDAVI Control 2 or later via an HDMI cable,
then the setting information on the TV is acquired by this
unit.
∫ “Wired” connection
Follow the on-screen instructions to apply your
connection settings.
∫ “Wireless” connection
Before beginning wireless connection setup
≥ Obtain your network name (SSID*
≥ If your wireless connection is encrypted,
please be sure that you know your
encryption key.
Select “Search for wireless network” or “WPS
(PUSH button)”, then follow the on-screen
instructions and apply the settings.
e.g.,
WPS (PUSH button):
If your wireless router supports
WPS (PUSH button), you can
easily perform the settings by
pressing WPS button on it.
1
).
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WPS (Wi-Fi Protected SetupTM) is a standard that
facilitates settings relating to the connection and
security of wireless LAN devices.
1 Press WPS button or corresponding button of
the wireless router until the lamp starts
flashing.
≥ For details, refer to the operating instruction
of the wireless router.
2 Select “Start”.
Search for wireless network:
≥ When you select “Search for wireless network”,
the available wireless networks will be
displayed. Select your network name.
– If your network name is not displayed, search
again by pressing the red button on the
remote control.
– Stealth SSID will not be displayed when you
select “Search for wireless network”. Enter
manually by using “Manual setting”.
(Press [HOME] > select “Setup” > select
“Player Settings” > select “Network” > select
“Network Settings” > select “Wireless
Settings” > select “Connection Setting” >
select “Manual setting”)
≥ If your wireless network is encrypted,
Encryption Key input screen will be displayed.
Input the encryption key of your network.
≥ Refer to the operating instructions of the hub or router.
≥ You can perform this setup anytime by selecting “Easy
Network Setting” in the Setup menu. (> 33)
≥ You can redo these settings individually using “Network
Settings”. (> 33)
≥ 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 the 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.
*1
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.
*2
The wireless router compatible with Wi-Fi Protected
TM
may have the mark.
Setup
Firmware updates
Occasionally, Panasonic may release updated
firmware for this unit that may add or improve the
way a feature operates. These updates are
available free of charge.
This unit is capable of checking the firmware
automatically when connected to the Internet via
a broadband connection.
When a new firmware version is available, the
following message is displayed.
DO NOT DISCONNECT the unit from the AC
power or perform any operation while the update
takes place.
After the firmware is installed, “FINISH” will be
displayed on the unit’s display. Unit will restart
and the following screen will be displayed.
The firmware has been updated.
Current Version:
≥ If downloading on this unit fails or this unit is not
connected to the Internet, then you can download the
latest firmware from the following website and burn it
to a CD-R to update the firmware.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/
(This site is in English only.)
To show the firmware version on this unit. (> 35,
“Firmware Version Information”)
≥ Downloading will require several minutes. It may take
longer or may not work properly depending on the
connection environment.
≥ If you do not want to check for the latest firmware version,
set “Automatic Update Check” to “Off”. (> 35)
x.xx
Connections and settings
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