Panasonic DMP-BDT380 User Manual

Operating Instructions

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” (> 14) or
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ (This site is in English only.)

EB

TM

Blu-ray Disc

Model No. DMP-BDT380

Player

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

Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.

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GA

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Precautions

Fuse cover

Figure A Figure B

Figure A Figure B

Fuse
(5 ampere)

Fuse
(5 ampere)

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.

≥ 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.

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

≥ 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_the_United_Kingdom,_Ireland,_Australia_and_New_Zealand]

≥ This unit is intended for use in moderate climates.

[For_the_South_East_Asia]

≥ 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 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.

Caution for AC Mains Lead

(For the AC mains plug of three pins)

For your safety, please read the following text carefully.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for

your safety and convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the
replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved
by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI mark Ì on the body of the
fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it
is refitted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a
replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local
dealer.

Before use

Remove the connector cover.

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.

2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

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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. To 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.

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

intercepte d and mon itored.

≥ 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.

[For_the_United_Kingdom_and_Ireland]

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. (> 29, “To return all settings to the factory
preset.”)
≥ The operation history may be recorded in the memory of this

unit.

Disposal of Old Equipment and Batteries
Only for European Union and countries with
recycling systems

These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or
accompanying documents mean that used electrical
and electronic products and batteries must not be
mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old
products and used batteries, please take them to
applicable collection points in accordance with your
national legislation.
By disposing of them correctly, you will help to save
valuable resources and prevent any potential negative
effects on human health and the environment.
For more information about collection and recycling,
please contact your local municipality.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of
this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

Note for the battery symbol (bottom
symbol):

This symbol might be used in combination with a
chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the
requirement set by the Directive for the chemical
involved.

Declaration of Conformity (DoC)

Hereby, “Panasonic Corporation” declares that this product is in
compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Customers can download a copy of the original DoC to our
R&TTE products from our DoC server:
http://www.doc.panasonic.de
Contact to Authorised Representative:
Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH, Panasonic Testing Centre,
Winsbergring 11, 22525 Hamburg, Germany
This product is in compliance with the radio standards of the
following countries.
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark,
Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy,
Iceland, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands,
Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain,
Sweden, United Kingdom, Switzerland
This product on purpose to connect to access point of 2.4 GHz
WLAN.

[For_Singapore]

Complies with
IDA Standards
DB01017

[For_Thailand]

This telecommunication equipment conforms to NTC/NBTC
technical requirement

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Table of contents

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Getting started

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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Connecting to the network . . . . . 12

Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Playback

Inserting or removing media . . . . 14

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

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

Enjoying Network Service . . . . . . 18

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

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

USB Sharing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Settings

Option menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Setup menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Reference

Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . 29

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR

AUSTRALIA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

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Getting started

(Alkaline or manganese batteries)

DO

DO NOT

Accessories

Getting started

Unit and media care

Check the supplied accessories before using this unit.

1 Remote control

[For_the_United_Kingdom_and_Ireland]
[For_Australia_and_New_Zealand]

(N2QAYB001031)

[For_the_South_East_Asia]

(N2QAYB000959)

2 Batteries for remote control

AC mains lead

[For_the_United_Kingdom_and_Ireland]

(K2CT2CA00007)

[For_Australia_and_New_Zealand]

(K2CJ2DA00014)

[For_the_South_East_Asia]

See page 10 for more information.

[Except_the_United_Kingdom_and_Ireland]

1HDMI Cable

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≥ Product numbers are provided in these operating

instructions correct as of December 2015. These may be
subject to change.

≥ Do not use AC mains lead with other equipment.

∫ Using the remote control

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





R6/LR6, AA

Point it at the remote control signal sensor on this
unit. (> 8)

∫ 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 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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Getting started

BD

DVD

CD

USB

Playable media

Device Media markings Device types Contents format

BD-Video Video

Video,

BD-RE

BD-R

DVD-Video Video

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

Video, MKV, RMVB*,
Xvid,
AAC, ALAC, DSD,
FLAC, MP3, WAV,
WMA

DVD-R

DVD-R DL

DVD-RW

— +R/+RW/+R DL

Music CD Music [CD-DA]

—

—

* [For_the_South_East_Asia] only

≥ See pages 7 and 33 for more information on the types of content that can be played.

CD-R

CD-RW

USB devices

(up to 4 TB)

Video, AVCHD, MKV,
RMVB*, Xvid,
JPEG, MPO,
AAC, ALAC, DSD,
FLAC, MP3, WAV,
WMA

Video, AVCHD

MKV, RMVB*, Xvid,
JPEG, MPO,
AAC, ALAC, FLAC,
MP3, Music [CD-DA],
WAV, W MA

MKV, MP4, MPEG2,
RMVB*, Xvid,
JPEG, MPO,
AAC, ALAC, DSD,
FLAC, MP3, WAV,
WMA

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Getting started

∫ Types of discs that cannot be

played by 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”:
Example: BD-Video DVD-Video

[For_the_United_Kingdom_and_Ireland]

2

[For_Australia_and_New_Zealand]

4

[For_the_South_East_Asia]

3

∫ 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 instructions.

∫ 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.

∫ 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.

∫ BD-RE, BD-R

Discs recorded in DR mode using Panasonic
Blu-ray Disc recorders may not play back the
audio etc., correctly.

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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 these operating instructions. Read the disc’s
instructions carefully.

∫ BD-Video

≥ This unit supports high bit rate audio (Dolby®

Digital Plus, Dolby
Resolution Audio

TM

Audio

) adopted in BD-Video.

≥ 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

5.1ch PCM. (> 25)

®

TrueHD, DTS-HD High

TM

and DTS-HD Master

®

sound is

∫ 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. (> 23)

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Getting started

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wxyz

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Pull to flip down
the front panel.

[For_Australia_and_New_Zealand]

Control reference guide

When other Panasonic devices respond to the remote control of the unit, change the remote control
code. (> 28)

e.g., [For_the_United_Kingdom_and_Ireland]

[For_Australia_and_New_Zealand]

e.g., [For_the_South_East_Asia]

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Getting started

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

characters
4 Cancel
5 Change soundtrack (> 16)
6 Basic playback control buttons (> 16)

[For_the_United_Kingdom_and_Ireland]

7

[For_Australia_and_New_Zealand]

Show Pop-up menu (> 16)

[For_the_South_East_Asia]

Show USB Sharing menu (> 21)
8 Show Top menu (> 16)
9 Show Option menu (> 22)
10 Coloured buttons (red, green, yellow, blue)

Used for various purposes depending on the

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

TM

screen (> 19)

15 Show the Home Screen of the Network

Service (> 18)
16 Exit the Menu screen

[For_the_United_Kingdom_and_Ireland]

17

[For_Australia_and_New_Zealand]

Show Netflix screen (> 18)

[For_the_South_East_Asia]

Show Pop-up menu (> 16)
18 Show HOME menu (> 15)
19 [3, 4, 2, 1] : Move the highlight for

selection

[OK] : Confirm the selection

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

21 Disc tray (> 14)
22 Remote control signal sensor

Distance: Within approx. 7 m
Angle: Approx. 20e up and down, 30e left and

right
23 USB ports (> 14)
24 Display
25 Open or close the disc tray (> 14)
26 Stop (> 16)
27 Start play (> 16)
28 Standby/on switch (Í/I) (> 13)

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.

Rear panel terminals (> 10–12)

∫ Available keys for HDMI CEC (> 21)

3 Number keys
6 Basic playback control buttons
9 Option button
10 Coloured buttons (red, green, yellow, blue)
16 Exit button
19 [3, 4, 2, 1]/[OK] button
20 Return button

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Connections and settings

AC mains lead (supplied)

HDMI cable

([Except_the_United_Kingdom_and_Ireland]
supplied)

To a household
mains socket

Connections and settings

Connecting to a TV

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

power.

HDMI IN

≥ 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 24p (4K) signal,
please use HDMI cables 5.0 meters or less.

[Except_the_United_Kingdom_and_Ireland] The HDMI-compliant cable is supplied with this unit.

[For_the_South_East_Asia]

2 AC mains leads are supplied.
Thailand: With a label

≥ This unit consumes a small amount of AC power (> 33) 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.

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Connections and settings

HDMI IN

(ARC)

HDMI OUT

(ARC)

HDMI IN

HDMI cable

Amplifier/receiver

HDMI cable

([Except_the_United_Kingdom_and_Ireland] supplied)

OPTICAL IN

Optical digital cable

Amplifier/receiver

Connecting to an amplifier/receiver

Perform either one of the following connections in accordance with your amplifier/receiver input terminal.

HDMI AV OUT

≥ Set “Digital Audio Output” (> 25).
≥

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.

OPTICAL

≥ Set “HDMI Audio Output” to “Off” (> 25).
≥ Set “Digital Audio Output” (> 25).

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Connections and settings

Wireless router, etc.

Internet

Internet

LAN Cable

Broadband router, etc.

Connecting to the network

The following services can be used when this unit is connected to broadband.

≥ Firmware can be updated (> 14)
≥ You can enjoy BD-Live (> 17)
≥ You can enjoy Network Service (> 18)
≥ You can access other devices (Home Network) (> 19)
≥ This unit supports Wi-Fi Direct

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® and can be connected to a wireless router.

≥ For up-to-date compatibility information on your wireless router, refe r t o

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

(This site is in English only.)

≥ The unit is not compatible with public wireless LAN services (Hotspot etc.) provided in airports,

stations, cafes, etc.

≥ See page 3 for the precautions for wireless LAN connection.

®

and can make a wireless connection to wireless devices without

®

. (> 19, 26)

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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