Panasonic SC-BTT196, SC-BTT 195, SC-BTT 190 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in this Owner’s Manual are of SC-BTT196 for U.S.A.

Blu-ray Disc

TM

Home Theater Sound System

Model No. SC-BTT196

Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Please keep this manual for future reference.

SC-BTT195
SC-BTT190

If you have any questions, contact:
U.S.A. and Puerto Rico : 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Canada : 1-800-561-5505

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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 s afety 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 you r
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.

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

≥ Install this unit so that the power cord can be unplugged from

the socket outlet immediately if any problem occurs.

Small object

≥ Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent

swallowing.

≥ Keep the screws out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

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.

≥ D o not place sourc es of naked flames, such as lighted can dles,

on this unit.

Placement

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
≥ D o not inst all 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.

Speaker

≥ Use only supplied speakers

The main unit and supplied speakers are to be used only as
indicated in this Owner’s Manual. Failure to do so may lead to
damage to the amplifier and/or the speake rs, and ma y result in
the risk of fire. Consult a q ualified servi ce perso n if damag e has
occurred or if you experience a su dden change in performance.

≥ Be careful not to cross (short-circuit) or reverse the polarity of

the speaker wires as doing so may damage the speakers.

≥ D o not hold th e speaker in one h and to avoid inj ury by droppin g

the speaker when carrying.

≥ You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if

you play sound at high levels over extended periods.

≥ Do not touch the front netted area of the speakers. Hold by the

sides.

≥ When carrying speakers, hold the stand and base parts.
≥ Place speakers on flat, secure surfaces.
≥ To avoid injury by falling or dropping the speaker, place the

speaker cables with care not to stumble or hook.

≥ Do not stand on the base for the speaker. Be cautious when

children are near.

Batteries

Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which
can damage items the fluid contacts 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 meth od of disposa l.

≥

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

≥ Do not heat or expose to flame.
≥ D o not leave the batte ry(ies) in a car exposed to dire ct sunl ight

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

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

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)

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Table of contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........ 2

Getting started

Package contents and accessories ................ 4

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

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

Control reference guide ..................................8

STEP 1: Positioning ...................................... 10

STEP 2: Preparing the speakers .................. 11

STEP 3: Connections .................................... 12

STEP 4: Connecting to an AC power source .... 14

STEP 5: Settings ........................................... 15

•Easy Setting ......................................................... 15

•Easy Network Setting .... ....................................... 15

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

Inserting or removing medi a ......................... 17

Enjoying TV with unit’s speakers .................. 17

HOME menu .................................................18

Multi User Mode . ........................................... 19

Playback

Playback ....................................................... 20

Using the iPod/iPhone ......... ......................... 22

•iPod/iPhone Connection .......................................22

•iPod/iPhone Playback ..........................................22

TV & Radio

VIERA Link

“HDAVI ControlTM” ..........................................23

•Enjoying TV and STB with unit’s speakers .......... 24

Listening to the Radio ....................................25

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Advanced operations

Enjoying Network Service

(NETFLIX , e tc.) ..............................................26

Home Network feature ... . ...............................27

Option menu ...................................... ..... .. .. .. .28

Setup menu ...................................................31

•Speaker settings .................................................. 36

Enjoying sound effects from all speakers ......37

Speaker installation option .............................38

Reference

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

Messages ......................................................43

Specifications .................................................45

Supplemental information ..............................46

Limited W a rr a n t y ............ ................................50

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

Getting started TV & Radio PlaybackReference

≥Restriction on use of unauthorized copied content (> 46)

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≥ Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. may look somewhat different from those shown in the

illustrations in this Owner's Manual.

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Advanced

operations

Getting started

SUBWOOFER

(SB-HW190)

FRONT

(SB-HF185)

CENTER

(SB-HC190)

SURROUND

(SB-HS190)

CENTER

(SB-HC190)

[BTT196]

SURROUND

(SB-HS190)

FRONT

(SB-HF190)

[BTT190]

SUBWOOFER

(SB-HW190)

[BTT195]

(Speakers)

(Stands)

(Bases)

(Screws)

(Speaker cable)

(Speaker cables)

Main unit

(SA-BTT196/SA-BTT195)

Main unit

(SA-BTT190)

Package contents and accessories

Check the package contents and supplied accessories before using this unit.

Package contents

Stands (with cables)

Parts

[BTT196] [BTT195] [BTT190]

RYP1714B-K: RED
RYP1714A-K: WHITE

Parts number

Bases RYP1745-K k 2 j
Screws XSN5i12FJKk 8 j

REEX1270: BLUE

Speaker cables

REEX1269: GRAY
REEX1268: GREEN

REEX1267A: WHITE
REEX1266A: RED
REEX1270: BLUE
REEX1269: GRAY
REEX1268: GREEN

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Accessories

DO

DO NOT

∏ 1 Remote control

(N2QAYB000727)

∏ 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.
≥ Do not use AC power supply cord with other equipment.

[For_Canada]

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

∏

1 AC power supply cord

(K2CB2CB00021)

∏ 1 FM indoor antenna

(RSAX0002)

∏ 1 Sheet of speaker

cable sticker

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

– 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. (> 40, “To return all settings to the
factory preset.”)
The operation history may be recorded in the
memory of this unit.

Getting started

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:

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Playable media

BD

DVD

SD

Type Logo examples Type detail Playable contents

BD-Video Video

BD-RE Video, JPEG, MPO

BD-R Video, MKV

DVD-Video Video

DVD-R

Video, AVCHD, MKV, JPEG,
MPO, FLAC, MP3, WAV

DVD-R DL

DVD-RW

— +R/+RW/+R DL

Music CD Music [CD-DA]

CD

—

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)

USB

≥ See pages 7 and 46 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,
MPO, FLAC, MP3,
Music [CD-DA], WAV

AVCHD, AVCHD 3D, MP4,
MPEG2, JPEG, MPO

MP4, MPEG, MKV, JPEG,
MPO, FLAC, MP3, WAV

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∫ Discs that cannot be played in

Example:
Example:

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”.

1

1

ALL

2

4

∫ 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. (> 31)

∫ 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.

∫ 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 Memo ry Ca rds
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 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.

Getting started

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Control reference guide

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12

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R6/LR6, AA



(Alkaline or
manganese batteries)

Remote control

∫ 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. (> 9)

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1 Turn the unit on and off
2 Select title numbers, etc./Enter numbers or

characters

[CANCEL]: Cancel
3 Select the source
4 Basic playback control buttons (> 20)
5 Select preset radio stations (> 25)
6 Show status messages (> 20)
7 Show the Home screen of the VIERA

Connect (> 26)
8[3, 4, 2, 1]:

Move the highlight for selection
[OK]: Confirm the selection
(2;)(;1): Frame-by-frame (> 20)

9 Show OPTION menu (> 28)
10 Colored buttons

Used for various purposes depending on the
display

11 Set the sound mode (> 37)
12 Select surround sound effects (> 37)/Set the

sleep timer

1Press and hold [–SLEEP].
2While “SLEEP ££” is displayed, press

[–SLEEP] several times to select the time
(in minutes).

≥ Timer selection is up to 120 minutes.
≥ Select “OFF” when canceling the setting.
≥ To confirm the remaining time

Press and hold the button again.

13 TV operation buttons

[Í TV]: Turn the television on and off
[AV, INPUT]: Switch th e in p ut select
[ijVOL]: Adjust the volume

14 Adjust the volume of the main unit
15 Mute the sound

≥ “MUTE” flashes on the unit’s display, while

the function is on.

≥ To cancel, press the button again or adjust

the volume.

≥ Muting is canceled if the unit is turned off.

16 Show NETFLIX screen
17 Select radio stations manually (> 25)
18 Exit the menu screen
19 Show HOME menu (> 18)
20 Show Pop-up Menu/Top Menu (> 20)
21 Return to previous screen
22 Start up a video communication (> 26)
23

Select speaker channel (>

>

20)

(

37)

/Select audio

Main unit (Front)

VOL

OPEN/CLOSE

SD CARD

iPod

123

45 8

6 7

Getting started

1 Standby/ on s witch [Í/I] (> 15)

Press to switch the unit from on to standby
mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit

is still consuming a small amount of power.
2 Open or close the disc tray (> 17)
3 Adjust the volume of the main unit
4 Disc tray

Main unit (Rear)

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

1 AC IN termin a l ( > 14)
2 Speaker terminals (> 12)
3 Cooling fan
4 LAN port (> 14)
5 USB port (> 14, 26)

5 SD card slot (> 17)
6USB port (> 17, 22)
7 Remote control signal sensor

Distance: Within approx. 7 m (23 ft.)
Angle: Approx. 20

o

up and down, 30o left and

right

8 Display

6 HDMI AV OUT (ARC) terminal (> 12)
7 DIGITAL AUDIO IN terminal (> 12 , 13)
8 AUX terminal (> 12)
9 FM radio antenna terminal (> 13)

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STEP 1: Positioning













120°

60°

e.g., [BTT196]

For optimum posit i o n

Place the front, center and surround speakers at approximately the same distance from the seating
position.
≥ Adjust the volume using the Delay time function if the distance between each speaker and the

seating position is not equal. (> 37)

A Center speaker

≥ Put on a rack or shelf not to interfere with

the TV's various sensors (ambient light,
etc.). Vibration caused by the speaker can
disrupt the picture if it is placed directly on
the TV.

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≥ Keep your speakers at least 10 mm (

≥

Placing speake r s t oo close to floors, walls, and corners can result in excess iv e bass. Cover walls and win dows with thick curtains.

≥ For optional wall mount, refer to page 38.

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C Subwoofer
D Surround speakers

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/32z) away from the system for proper ventilation.

≥ Place the speakers at the same height or

higher than ear level.

STEP 2: Preparing the speakers

Thread the
speaker cable
through the
base.

Slide the
speaker
cable into
the groove.

Leave the
space of about
80

mm (3

5

/32q).

SURROUND

Lch



Push

r: White
s: Blue line

Speaker cable sticker (supplied)

Connector

Speaker indication

Assembling the front speakers [BTT196] [BTT195]

1 Attach the stand to the base.

2 Tighten the 3 screws (supplied) securely.

3 Attach the speaker. 4 Tighten the screw (supplied) securely.

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≥ To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform assembly on it.

Connecting the speaker cables

Attach the speaker cable sticker (supplied) and connect the speaker cables to the speakers.

e.g., Surround speaker

Getting started

Speaker cable sticker Connector

FRONT Lch 1 WHITE
FRONT Rch 2 RED
SURROUND Lch 3 BLUE
SURROUND Rch 4 GRAY
CENTER 5 GREEN
SUBWOOFER 6 PURPLE

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STEP 3: Connections

Optical digital
audio cable*

1

(not supplied)

HDMI cable (not supplied)

Audio cable*

2

(not supplied)

Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropriate owner’s manual.

Do not connect the AC power supply cord until all other connections are complete.

Speaker connection

Connect the speaker cables to the terminals of the same color.

Connection to a TV

∫ HDMI

≥ 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.

≥

Audio will be output through the system's speakers when “Off” is selected in “HDMI Audio Output”. (>33)

∫ TV Audio

≥ To output TV audio from this unit's speakers, you need to switch the selector. (> 17)

∫ OPTICAL IN

≥

After making the digital audio connection, make settings to suit the type of audio from your digital equipment. (>33)

OPTICAL

AUDIO OUT

OUT

HDMI

L

R

*1

If the HDMI terminal on the TV is labeled “HDMI (ARC)”, the connection of the optical digital audio cable is not required.

*2

It is also possible to use an audio cable instead of the optical digital audio cable. In this case, connect the AUX terminal on
the main unit with the audio output terminal on the TV.

What is ARC?

ARC is an abbreviation of Audio Return Channel, also known as HDMI ARC. This feature allows a home
theater system to receive and play audio from the TV through a signal HDMI cable without additional wiring.

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FM antenna connection

Affix this end of the antenna to a wall or
pillar where the reception is best.

FM indoor antenna (supplied)

OPTICAL

OUT

Optical digital audio cable
(not supplied)

Set Top Box, etc.

e.g.,

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≥ Use an FM outdoor antenna if radio reception is poor.

Other device connection

Getting started

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Connection to the network

Wireless
router, etc.

Internet

LAN Cable (not supplied)

Internet

Broadband
router, etc.

AC power supply cord (supplied)

To a household AC outle t

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

≥ Firmware can be updated (> 16)
≥ You can enjoy BD-Live (> 21)

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

Wireless LAN connection

≥ Connect the Wireless LAN Adaptor

Read the operating instructions for DY-WL

≥ 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 services provided in airports, stations, cafes etc.

LAN cable connection

DY-WL5

5

≥ You can enjoy VIERA Connect (> 26)
≥

You can access other devices (Home Network) (>27)

(optional). Only
thoroughly when using it.

DY-WL5

can be used.

≥ 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 to an AC power source

Connect only after all other connections are complete.

≥

This unit consumes a small amount of AC power (>45) 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

Easy Network Setting

Wired

Wireless

Select a connection mode.
Current setting : Wired

OK

RETURN

LAN cable connection:
Connect a LAN cable to the unit and select "Wired."

Wireless LAN connection:
Connect the Wireless LAN Adaptor (DY-WL5) to the USB
port and select "Wireless."

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)

Wireless Settings

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

Encryption Key

Set

Easy Setting

After connecting your new home theater 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. (> 35)

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

supporting HDAVI Control 2 or later via an HDMI cable,
then setting information on the TV such as “On-screen
Language” is acquired by this unit.

Easy Network Setting

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

Wired connection

Select “Wired” and press [OK].

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 apply the settings.

∫ “WPS (PUSH button method)”

If you are using a wireless router that supports
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup
perform the settings.

∫ “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.

Wireless Settings

Select a wireless network for connection.

Network name (SSID)

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Reception

Getting started

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

Wireless connection

Preparation

≥ Obtain your network name (> 16, SSI D).
≥ If your wireless connection is encrypted,

please be sure that you know your
encryption key (password).

≥ If “Wireless LAN Adaptor is not connected.” is

displayed, check that the Wireless LAN Adaptor

OK

Search again

RGBY

OPTION

RETURN

When your wireless network is encrypted

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

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Symbols

Encryption Key (Password)

Shift Delete

Finish

Alphanumeric Other Characters

OK

RETURN

S

a

Wireless Settings

Enter your network name (SSID) to connect.

SSID

Set

New firmware is available.

Please update firmware in Setup.

The firmware was updated.

Current Version

: x.xx

RETURN

OK

Reprogramming the
remote control

If you have more than one Panasonic products
and the remote control operates both products at
once, you will need to change the remote control
code to prevent this occurrence. (> 36, “Remote
Control Code”)

To enter your network name (SSID) manually

If your network name (SSID) is not displayed in
step 1, follow these steps.
1 To display the network name (SSID) input

screen:
Press [HOME] > select “Others” > [OK] >
select “Setup” > [OK] > 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 2.



≥ 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. (> 34)

≥ You can redo these settings individually using “Network

Settings”. (> 34)

≥ 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.

* 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.

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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.

To update the firmware

Press [HOME] > select “Others” > [OK] >
select “Setup” > [OK] > select “System” >
[OK] > select “Firmware Update” > [OK] >
select “Update Now” > [OK]

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.



≥ 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.
(> 36, “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”. (> 36)

Inserting or removing

SD CARD

iPod

VOL

OPEN/CLOSE

* (For details > 22)

media

*

≥ When inserting a media item, ensure that it is

facing the right way up.

≥ When removing the SD card, press the center

of the card and pull it straight out.

≥ If you connect a Panasonic product with a USB

connection cable, the setup screen may be
displayed on the connected equipment. For
details, refer to the instructions for the
connected equipment.

≥

Use the front USB port when you connect a
iPod/iPhone, USB memory or a USB HDD. The
USB port on the rear panel is for the
Communication Camera and the Wireless LAN
Adaptor DY-WL5 (optional).

Enjoying TV with unit’s speakers

1 Connect the TV and the main unit. (> 12)
2 Press [EXT-IN] several times to select the

appropriate exter nal input mode.

≥ Reduce the volume on the TV to its

minimum, and then adjust the volume of the
main unit.

Selecting the type of audio

1 Press and hold [jAUDIO] to activate the

audio setting mode.

2 Press [jAUDIO] several times to select

the audio. (MAIN, SAP)

≥ Set

“

PCM-FIX

“SAP” (

≥

works with



≥ You cannot change the audio type when the TV is

connected to this unit via the AUX terminal.

” (

> 33)

Secondary Audio Program

Dolby Dual Mono.

to “Off

(

> 18)

”.

) only

Getting started

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HOME menu

Major functions of this unit can be operated from
the HOME menu.

Preparation

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

1 Press [Í] to turn on the unit.
2 Press [OK] or [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the

item.

≥ If there are any other items, repeat this

step.

Videos/Photos/Music

Disc
SD Card
USB

Play back the contents. (>20)
≥ When multiple contents are

recorded, select the types
of contents or the title.

Sound

Select sound quality (equalizer). (> 30)

iPod

To enjoy Music (> 22)

HOME

Home theater

OK

EXT IN

Sound

Personalize
1st user

Network

Videos

iPod

FM Radio

MusicPhotos

Others

EXT IN

When you want to output audio of an external
device from this unit, select the name of the
terminal to which you have connected the device.

AUX AUX terminal
ARC
DIGITAL IN

HDMI AV OUT (ARC)
terminal

DIGIT AL AUDIO IN terminal

If audio output from a TV or STB is selected, “(TV)”

>

or “(CABLE/SATELLITE)” is displayed. (

33)

Network

Network
Service

Home
Network

Displays the Home screen of
VIERA Connect. (> 26)

DLNA Client (> 27)
Media Renderer (> 27)

Others

Setup
SD Card

Management
Wallpaper

To sh ow t he HOME

(> 31)
(> 21)
Changes the background of

HOME menu.

menu

Press [HOME].



≥ Items to be displayed may vary with the media.
≥ When the selector is switched, it may take time to play

back the selected video and/or audio.

≥ To save on electricity, the power is turned off automatically

if there is no button operation for about 30 minutes when
not playing back (such as when paused, displaying the
menu, displaying still pictures, etc.). (Compatible with
ENERGY STAR)

FM Radio

To enjoy the FM radio (> 25)

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Multi User Mode

HOME

Home theater

Videos

MusicPhotos

Network

EXT IN

FM Radio

Sound

Others

iPod

USER1

A

USER1

Personalize
2nd user

B

OK

Multi User Mode is a function that enables
switching of multiple settings easily.
Up to 4 people can use the unit with their own
settings.

The following settings can be personalized.

≥ The user icon
≥ The wallpaper of Home menu
≥ The audio and picture settings (> 28, 31)

Personalize a background of
the Home menu.

Select
Wallpaper

≥ Other than prepared

wallpapers, you can also
select a photo in recording
media as an wallpaper.
(> 28, “Wallpaper”)

Smartphone used as a
remote control can be

Personalize
Smartphone

registered with respect to
each user.
≥ Multiple users cannot be

registered for one
smartphone.

4 Select “Confirm” and press [OK].

To change the personalized user information

Select “Edit User Information” from Setup menu.
(> 36)

Getting started

A The user name and icon currently selected
B Personalize a new user and switch the

users with colored buttons.

Personalizing a new user

1 Press [HOME].
2 Press a colored button that indicates new

user personalization.

3 Select an item and change the settings

according to the indications.

The following items can be set.

Input Nickname Personalize a user name.

Personalize a user icon.

Select from illustrations

The image can be selected
from prepared illustrations.

Create from Photos

If the Communication camera
is connected, you can shoot
and personalize your photo.
≥ You can also select a

photo in recording media
as an icon. (> 28, “Icon
Personalization”)

Select Icon

Switching the user

∫ Using colored buttons

Press the colored buttons in the Home menu to
switch to the user corresponding to the button.

∫ Using facial recognition

(Only when connected to Communication
Camera > 26)

1 Press [OPTION] in the Home menu.
2

Select “Facial Recognition” and press [OK].

3 Turn the face to Communication Camera.

The camera determines the closest face from
the face pictures of the personalized users
and displays the results.

4 Press [OK].

≥

To redo the facial recognition, press [RETURN].

∫ Using registered smartphones

When the unit is turned on using the registered
smartphone, the user who registered the
smartphone will automatically be selected.

≥

Perform the “Remote Device Settings”. (



≥ To use smartphones as a remote control, installation of

dedicated software is required. For more details, refer to
the following website.

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

> 34)

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Playback

Play

BD-Video

T1 C1 0:05.14

0:20.52

A

C D

B

Date 11/12/2007
Size 500 x 375
Manufacturer
Equipment

1 / 26

Playback

1 Insert the media.

Playback starts depending on the media.

2 Select the item to play and press [OK].

Repeat this procedure if necessary.



≥

DISCS CONTINUE TO ROTATE WHILE MENUS ARE
DISPLAYED. Press [
to protect the unit’s motor, your television screen and so on.

≥ MKV: Successive play is not possible.
≥ It is not possible to play back AVCHD and MPEG2 video

which have been dragged and dropped, copied and pasted
to the media.

Operations during playback

Following functions may not work depending on
the media and contents.

Stop

Press [∫STOP].

The stopped position is memorized.

Resume play function

Press [1PLAY] to restart from this position.
≥ The position is cleared if the tray is opened or

you press [∫STOP] several tim es to d i splay
“STOP” on the unit’s display.

≥ On BD-Video discs including BD-J, the

resume play functi on doe s not work.

Pause

Press [;PAUSE].
≥

Press [;PAUSE] again or [1PLAY] to restart play.

∫

STOP] when you ha ve finished playba ck

Frame-by-frame

While paused, press [2] (2;) or [1] (;1).
≥ Press and hold to change in succession forward

or backward.

≥ Press [1PLAY] to revert to normal playback

speed.

≥ BD-Video and AVCHD: [1] (;1) only.

Changing audio

Press and hold [jAUDIO] to activate the audio
setting mode .

You can change the audio channel number or
soundtrack language, etc.

Displaying menus and
playback information

Show top menu/pop-up
menu

Press [POP-UP MENU/TOP MENU].

≥ Select the item and press [OK].

Show the status messages

While playing, press [STATUS].

The status messages give you information about
what is currently being played. Each time you
press [STATUS], the display information may
change or will disappear from the screen.
≥ Depending on media and contents, the display

may change or may not appear.

e.g., BD-Video

Search/Slow-motion

Search
While playing, press [SEARCH6] or
[SEARCH5].

≥

Music and MP3: The speed is fixed to a single step.

Slow-motion
While paused, press [SEARCH6] or
[SEARCH5].

≥ BD-Video and AVCHD: [SEARCH5] only.
The speed increases up to 5 steps.

≥

Press [1PLAY] to revert to normal playback speed.

Skip

While playing or paused, press [:] or [9].

Skip to the title, chapter or track.

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A T: Title, C: Chapter, PL: Playlist
B Elapsed time in the title
C Current position
D Total time

e.g., JPEG

Enjoying 3D video and
photos

Preparation

Connect 3D compatible TV to an HDMI AV OUT
terminal of this unit using a High Speed HDMI
Cable. (> 12)

≥ Perform the necessary preparations for the TV.
≥ Play back following the instructions displayed

on the screen.

≥ 3D Settings (> 31, 33)



≥ Please refrain from viewing 3D images if you do not feel

well or are experiencing visual fatigue.
In the event that you experience dizziness, nausea, or other
discomfort while viewing 3D images, discontinue use and rest
your eyes.

≥ 3D images may not output as settings of “HDMI

Resolution” and “24p Output”. (> 32)

≥

When playing back 3D photos from “Photos” screen, select
from the “3D” list . (Still pictures in “2D” are played back in 2D.)
If “2D” and “3D” indications are not displayed, press [R] to
switch the view of playback contents.

Enjoying BD-Live

With “BD-Live” discs, you can enjoy bonus
contents that use Internet access.
For this BD-Live function, insertion of an SD card
is necessary along with Internet connection.

1 Perform network connection and settings.

(> 14, 15)

2

Insert an SD card with 1 GB or more free space.

≥ The SD card is used as the local storage.

3 Insert the disc.

∫ Deleting data/Formatting SD

cards

Select “SD Card Management” in the Home
menu (> 18), then select “BD-Video Data
Erase” or “Format SD Card” and press [OK].

Slideshow

Play a slideshow of photos and make various
settings during the playback.

1 Insert the media.
2 Select “Photos”.
3 Select an item and press [G].

The following items can be set.

Start
Slideshow

Display
Interval

Transition
Effect

Repeat Play

Soundtrack

Soundtrack
Folder

Random
Soundtrack



≥ Still pictures displayed as “ ” cannot be played back

with this unit.

≥

When a music C D, a U SB dev ice w ith m usi c re corde d, an d a n
iPod/iPhone are inserted/connected to this unit, iPod/iPhone
has priority to played back as background music.

Start the slideshow.
You can display still pictures in
the selected folder one by one at
a constant inte rval.

Change the display interval.
Select the effect when sliding

pictures.
Set whether to repeat the

slideshow.
Set whether to play background

music.
≥ You can select the soundtrack

from USB device, Music CD
and iPod/iPhone.

≥ Some media cannot be

selected as the source
depending on the case.

Select the folder from which the
music files are played.

Background music is played in
random order.

Playback



≥ The usable functions and the operating method may vary

with each disc, please refer to the instructions on the disc
and/or visit their website.

≥ “BD-Live Internet Access” may need to be changed for

certain discs (> 35).

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Using the iPod/iPhone

Dock Connector to
USB Cable (not supplied)

iPod/iPhone (not supplied)

Compatible iPod/iPhone (as of December 2011)

≥ Update your iPod/iPhone with the latest

software before using this unit.

≥ Compatibility depends on the software version

of your iPod/iPhone.

≥ iPod/iPhone compatibility assures music

playback and battery charge functions of this
unit as a home theater system.

iPod touch:
1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th generation

iPod nano:
1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th generation

iPod classic
iPod: 5th generation
iPhone 4S/ iPhone 4 / iPhone 3GS / iPhone 3G/

iPhone



≥ In some locations, reception status of an iPhone may be

poor when it is loaded on this unit.

≥

When the iPhone receives a call while connected to this unit,
playback, etc. of the iPhone may stop.
T o prioritize the operation with the iPho ne connecte d to this unit,
make the setting so tha t the iPhone does not receive calls.

≥ Avoid using Wi-Fi mode on your iPhone while the network

functions on this unit are in use wirelessly.

About recharging the battery

≥ iPod/iPhone will not be recharged after the battery charge

completion.

≥ iPod/iPhone will start recharging when this unit is on.

iPod/iPhone Playback

1 Press [HOME].
2 Select “iPod” and press [OK].
3 Select the item to play.

≥ Repeat this procedure if necessary.

Album artwork

iPod

≥ If album artwork is not contained in the

data, “ ” will appear on TV.

≥ Depending on the software version of your

iPod/iPhone, the album artwork may not
appear properly.

≥ Some operations may not work while

reading the album artwork.

≥ The setting of the playback mode will be kept until changes

are made on the same iPod/iPhone.

≥ Surround sound effect and sound mode are available.

Good morning
Ronaldo
Happy days

1:00

-2:30

45 of 1230

iPod/iPhone Connection

Preparation

≥ Turn the main unit off or reduce the volume of

the main unit to its minimum.

1 Connect the iPod/iPhone.

T o purchase a Dock Connector to USB Cable,
consult your iPod/iPhone dealer.

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TV & Radio

What is VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”?

VIERA Link

TM

is a new name for EZ SyncTM.
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a
convenient function which will link the
operations of this unit and a Panasonic TV
(VIERA) under “HDAVI Control”.
You can use this function by connecting
the equipment with an HDMI cable. See the
operating instructions for connected
equipment for operational details.

VIERA Link

TM

“HDAVI ControlTM”

Preparation

1 Set “VIERA Link” to “On” (> 35).

(The default setting is “On”.)

2 Set the “HDAVI Control” operations on the

connected equipment (e.g., TV).

3 Turn on all “HDAVI Control” compatible

equipment and select this unit’s input channel
on the connected TV so that the “HDAVI
Control” function works properly.

Also when the connection or settings are
changed, repeat this procedure.

Automatic input switching
Power on link

When the following operations are performed, the
input channel of the television will be
automatically switched and the screen of this unit
will be displayed.
When the television is off, the television will
automatically turn on.
– When play starts on the unit
– When an action that uses the display screen is

performed
(e.g., Home menu)

≥ This function does not work when the iPod/

iPhone selector is chosen. (> 22)

Power Off link

All connected equipment compatible with “HDAVI
Control”, including this unit, automatically turns off
when you switch the television off.

Playing music continuously even after turning
off power to the television

When the unit is connected to a Panasonic TV
(VIERA) that supports HDAVI Control 2 or later.
Select “Video” in “Power Off link” (> 35)

Easy control only with
VIERA remote control

Only when TV supports “HDAVI Control 2” or
later

By using the TV remote control, you can perform
various playback operations and settings.
See the operating instructions of the TV for more
details.



≥ The buttons that you can use for this unit vary depending

on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions for
the TV.

≥ The operation of this unit may be interrupted when you

press certain buttons on the TV remote control.

≥ This unit supports “HDAVI Control 5” function.

“HDAVI Control 5” is the newest standard (current as of
November, 2011) for Panasonic’s HDAVI Control
compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with
Panasonic’s conventional HDAVI equipment.

≥ VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”, based on the control

functions provided by HDMI which is an industry standard
known as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a
unique function that we have developed and added. As
such, its operation with other manufacturers’ equipment
that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed.

≥ Please refer to individual manuals for other manufacturers’

equipment supporting VIERA Link function.

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TV & Radio Playback

Enjoying TV and STB with

Optical digital audio
cable (not supplied)

e.g.,

HDMI cable
(not supplied)

Optical digital
audio cable
(not supplied)

Set Top Box, etc.

e.g.,

unit’s speakers

You can select whether audio is output from the
unit’s speakers or the TV speakers by using the
TV menu settings. Switch the audio output setting
of the TV to this unit’s speakers.

Select the TV audio

When the TV is turned on, this unit will also
automatically turn on.

OPTICAL

OUT

1 Press [HOME].
2 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Others” and

press [OK].

3

Press [2,1] to select “Setup” and press [OK].

4

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

5 Press [3, 4] to select “TV Audio Input” and

press [OK].

6 Press [3, 4] to switch “AUX”, “ARC” or

“DIGITAL IN” and press [OK].
≥ Select an audio input terminal connected to

the unit.

Select the STB audio

When the STB power is turned on, this unit and
the TV will automatically turn on. The video is
output from the TV, and the audio is output from
the speakers of this unit.

Connecting the optic al digital audio cable

≥ When this unit and the STB are connected by

an optical digital audio cable, the settings below
are required to enable output of audio from the
speakers of this unit.

1 Press [EXT-IN] to select “D-IN”.
2 Press [STATUS] to select “CABLE/

SATE L L ITE AUDIO ON”.
Set to “CABLE/SATELLITE AUDIO OFF” when
this unit and the STB are not connected by an
optical digital audio cable.



≥ For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

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Listening to the Radio

You can preset up to 30 channels.

Preparation

Make sure that the FM antenna is connected.
(> 13)

Presetting stations
automatically

1 Press [RADIO] to select “FM”.
2 Press and hold [STATUS] to select

“LOWEST” or “CURRENT”.
LOWEST:

To begin auto preset with the lowest
frequency (FM87.9).

CURRENT:

To begin auto preset with the current
frequency.*
* To change the frequency, refer to “Manual

tuning and presetting”.

3 Press and hold [OK].

Release the button when “AUTO” is
displayed.

The tuner starts to preset all the stations it
can receive into the channels in ascending
order.

∫ Manual tuning and presetting

Select a radio broadcast.

1 Press [RADIO] to select “FM”.
2 Press [SEARCH6] or [SEARCH5] to

select the frequency.

≥ To start automatic tuning, press and hold [SEARCH6],

[SEARCH5] until the frequency starts scrolling. Tuning
stops when a station is found.

To preset the channel
3 While listening to the radio broadcast

Press [OK].

4

While “P” is flashing on the display
Press the number buttons to select the channel.



≥ A station previously stored is overwritten when another

station is stored in the same channel preset.

≥ The radio settings will be shown on the unit's display.

(Some settings are also indicated on the TV screen.)

TV & RadioReference

Advanced

operations

Listening to a preset
channel

1 Press [RADIO] to select “FM”.
2 Press the number buttons to select the

channel.

To select a 1-digit number
e.g., 1: [1] B [OK].
To select a 2-digit number
e.g., 12: [1] B [2].
Alternatively, press [W, X] or [3, 4].

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Advanced operations

*

MORE

BACK

XXXXXX

Featured Videos

XXXXXXXXXXX

XXXXXXXX

XXXX

XXXX

New York, NY

Mostly Cloudy

39°F

X

XXXXX

Market

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

XXXXX

VIERA Connect provides a variety of
selected Internet services such as
the followings.

≥ Online movie rental service
≥ Video communication service
≥ Video browsi ng service

Internet

Communication Camera
TY-CC20W or TY-CC10W

Enjoying Network Service (NETFLIX, etc.)

You can access information services from the
VIERA Connect Home screen via the Internet.

* Images are for illustration purposes, contents may change

without notice.

Preparation

≥ Network connection (> 14)
≥ Network setting (> 15)

To enjoy video communication (ex. Skype

≥ Connect this unit with optional Communication

Camera (TY-CC20W or TY-CC10W).
Depending on your location, this optional
camera may not be available. Please consult
your local Panasonic dealer for advice.

1 Press [INTERNET].

≥ The video communication service can be

accessed directly by pressing [ ] button,
and NETFLIX can be accessed directly by
pressing [NETFLIX] button.

2 Select the item and press [OK].

To exit from VIERA Connect

Press [EXIT], [HOME] or [POP-UP ME NU/TOP
MENU].



≥ When playing content in the media, VIERA Connect cannot

be accessed by pressing [INTERNET].

≥ In the following cases, settings are possible using the

Setup menu items.
– When restricting the use of VIERA Connect

(> 35, “Network Service Lock”)

– When the audio is distorted

(> 34, “Audio Auto Gain Control”)

– When wrong time is displayed

(> 34, “Time Zone”, “DST”)
≥ If using slow Internet connection, the video may not be

displayed correctly. A high-speed Internet service with a
speed of at least 6 Mbps is recommended.

≥ Be sure to update the firmware when a firmware update

notice is displayed on the screen. If the firmware is not
updated, you will not be able to use the VIERA Connect
function. (> 16)

≥ VIERA Connect Home screen is subject to change without

notice.

≥ The services through VIERA Connect are operated by their

respective service providers, and service may be
discontinued either temporarily or permanently without
notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty for the
content or the continuity of the services.

≥ All features of websites or content of the service may not

be available.

≥ Some content may be inappropriate for some viewers.
≥ Some content may only be available for specific countries

TM

) :

and may be presented in specific languages.

≥

When this unit is connected by wireless LAN
connection, connect the Communication Camera
via the USB port on the front of this unit.

≥ For operating method refer to the following

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

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Home Network feature

Home Theater

Server

Playing back contents on
the DLNA server

Y ou can share photos, videos and music stored in
the DLNA Certified media server (PC with
Windows 7 installed, smartphone, etc.) connected
to your home network, and enjoy the contents
with this home theater.

Preparation

1 Perform network connection (> 14) and

network settings (> 15) of this unit.

2 Perform Home Network settings of the

connected equipment.

3 Add the contents and folder to the libraries of

the Windows Media
smartphone, etc.
≥ Playlist of Windows Media

back only the contents that are stored in the
libraries.

1 Press [HOME].
2 Select “Network”.
3 Select “Home Network”.
4 Select “DLNA Client”.

≥ The list can be updated by pressing [R] on

the remote control.

5 Select the equipment and press [OK].
6 Select the item to play and press [OK].

≥ You may be able to use convenient

functions depending on the content by
pressing [OPTION].

≥ Control Panel

playback starts. Press [OK] if the Control
Panel is not displayed, and press
[RETURN] to hide the Control Panel.

To exit from Home Network

Press [EXIT], [HOME] or [POP-UP MENU/TOP
MENU].

®

Player or the

®

Player can play

(

> 29) is displayed once the

Using the Digital Media
Controller

You can use the smartphone, etc. as the Digital
Media Controller (DMC) to play back contents
from DLNA server on the Renderer (this unit).

Possible applications:

*

Server

Renderer

Controller

Renderer

* DMC compatible software should be installed.

Preparation

Perform steps 1 to 3. (> left)
4

Perform the “Remote Device Settings”. (>34)
≥ You can register up to 16 devices.

*

Server

+

Controller

*

1 Press [HOME].
2 Select “Network”.
3 Select “Home Network”.
4 Select “Media Renderer”.
5 Operate the DMC compatible devices.

To exit from Media Renderer screen

Press [HOME].

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For more details, refer to the following website and
the operating instructions for each of the equipment.

http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/
(This site is in E n glish only.)

≥ Depending on the contents and the connected equipment,

playback may not be possible.

≥ Items displayed in gray on the display cannot be played

back by this unit.

≥ This unit can be played back via connected equipment only

when controlled using DMC.

Advanced

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Option menu

Operation Menu

Pop-up Menu

Top Menu

Playback Information Window
Control Panel

Status

Repeat Play

Angle

Subtitle

Soundtrack

Off

Secondary Video

1

1 ENG DTS-HD MSTR Multi

A variety of playback operations and settings can
be performed from this menu.
Available options differ depending on the playing
contents and the condition of the unit.

About Multi User Mode

: Settings of the items with this indication are
saved by the respective users registered in the
Home menu.
Please refer to page 19 for details about user
registration and switching.

1 Press [OPTION].

e.g., BD-Video

2 Select an item and change the settings.

To exit the screen

Press [OPTION].

Regarding Language: (> 46)

Operation Menu

∫ Soundtrack

Show or change the soundtrack.

∫ Audio channel

Select the audio channel number.

∫ Subtitle

Change the subtitle settings.

∫ Angle

Select the number of the angle.

∫ Repeat Play

(Only when the elapsed time is being displayed
on the unit’s display.)
Select the item that you want to repeat.
≥ The items displayed differ depending on the

type of media.

≥ Select “Off” to cancel.

∫ Shuffle

Select whether or not to play random.

∫ Start Slideshow

Start the slideshow.

∫ Status

Show the status messages.

∫ Rotate Right
∫ Rotate Left

Rotate the still picture.

∫ Wallpaper

Set the still picture to the wallpaper of HOME
menu. (> 18)

∫ Icon Personalization

Set the still picture as your user icon. (> 19)

∫ Video

The recording method of original video appears.

∫ S eco ndary Video

Select on/of f of imag es. The rec ording
method of original video appears.

Video

≥ During search/slow-motion or

frame-by-frame, only the
primary video is displayed.

Soundtrack

Select on/off of audio and the
language.

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∫ P layback Info rmatio n Window

EXIT

e.g.,

Displays the following.

Audio/video attribute information of disc.
Settings status of “Digital Audi o Output” (>32).
HDMI output information.

*&/+

Press [RETURN] to exit.

∫ C ontrol Panel

Display the Control Panel.
Playing back while using VIERA Link, etc.

Video Settings

∫ Picture Mode

Select the picture quality mode during play.
≥ If you select “User”, you can change settings in

“Picture Adjustment”.

∫ Pic ture Adjustme nt

Specific picture quality settings can be performed.
≥ 3D NR:

Reduces the rough noise in the background to
give a greater feeling of depth.
When “24p Output” is set to “On”, this function
may not operate. (> 32)

≥

Integrated NR
Smoothes block noise and reduces the smudging that
appears around contrasting sections of the picture.

:

Press [RETURN] to hide the Control Panel.

∫ Top Menu

Display Top Menu.

∫ Pop-up Menu

Display Pop-up Menu.

∫ Menu

Display Menu.

Personal Preference

You can access settings to enjoy special features
of this unit from this category.
Refer to “Video Settings” and “Audio Settings”
(> 30) for more details on each setting item.

∫ Chroma Process

The high-reso lution processi ng of HDMI chroma signals
produces a hi gh-resolution picture with rich picture quality.

∫ Detail Clarity

The picture is sharp and detailed.

∫ Super Resolution

Pictures of normal image quality are corrected to
sharp and detailed images when output as 1080i/
1080p from HDMI AV OUT.

∫ Pro gressive

Select the method of conversion for progressive
output to suit the type of material being played.

≥ When the content is distorted change the

settings from “Auto” to “Video”.

∫ 24p

Movies and other material recorded on
DVD-Video at 24p are output at 24p.

≥

Only when you have selected “On” in “24p Output” (>32).

∫ Screen Aspect

Switch the screen mode.

∫ Reset to Default Video Settings

Return video settings to the factory preset.

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Audio Settings

“Surround Effects” and “Sound Effects” can also
be set by using the [SURROUND] and [SOUND]

on the remote control. (> 37)

∫ Surround Effects

¾ BD/DVD (Multi-ch Source):

Expand the sound field
forward, backward, upward,

3D Cinema
Surround

7.1ch Virtual
Surround

2ch Stereo

¾ TV/CD/iPod (2ch Source):

Multi
Channel Ou t

Super
Surround

Dolby Pro
Logic II Movie

Dolby Pro
Logic II Music

∫ Sound Effects

¾ TV/CD/iPod (2ch Source):

Re-master:
This feature gives you brighter sound by
increasing the high frequency portion of the
audio. (Discs recorded at 48 kHz or less)
Recommended settings:

Re-master 1 Pop and rock
Re-master 2 Jazz
Re-master 3 Classical

right and leftward providing
a sound with depth and
force that better
matches 3D images.

You can enjoy 6.1/7.1-channel
surround-like effect using

5.1-channel speakers.
You can play any source in

stereo. Sound will be output
to the front speakers and
the subwoofer only.

You can enjoy sound from the
front speakers, as well as the
surround speakers even when
playing stereo sources.

You can enjoy sound from all
speakers with stereo sources.

Suitable for movie software, or the
one recorded in Dolby Surround.

Adds 5.1-channel effects to
stereo sources.

*1,2,3

Digital Tube Sound:
This feature gives you warm sound, like that
produced by a vacuum tube amplifier.
Recommended settings:

Digital Tube
Sound 1

Digital Tube
Sound 2

Digital Tube
Sound 3

Digital Tube
Sound 4

Digital Tube
Sound 5

Digital Tube
Sound 6

A crisp, delicate sound

A tight, hi-fi sound

A soft, rich sound

A clear, powerful sound
A distinctive mid-range

sound
A soft, enveloping sound

¾ All:

Y ou can select sound quality

Equalizer

settings.

Flat/Heavy/Clear/Soft

You can adjust the amount
of bass.

Subwoofer

Level 1 (Weak e st effect) to
Level 4 (Strongest effect)

≥ Levels can be set by

source.

Y ou can enh ance low -frequenc y
sound so that heavy bas s sound

H.Bass

can be heard clearly, even if the
acoustics of you r room are not
optimal.

You can enhance the

Whisper-Mode
Surround

surround effect for low
volume sound. (Convenient
for late night viewing.)

Center
Focus

You can make the Center
channel sound seem like it is
coming from within the TV.

∫ H igh Clarity Sound Plus

When playing back music contents, it improves
the sound quality by stopping the video output.

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Not every function can be set individually.

*2

When audio is output from the HDMI AV OUT terminal this
function is effective only when “Dolby D/Dolby D +/Dolby
TrueHD” or “DTS/DTS-HD” is set to “PCM”. (> 32)

*3

This function has no effect when the type of audio is Dolby Pro Logic II.

3D Settings

OK

RETURN

Setup

System

Ratings

Network

Language

3D

Audio

Video

Seamless Play

Still Mode (paused video)

HDMI Output

Super Resolution

Detail Clarity

Chroma Process

Picture Adjustment

Picture Mode

On

Auto

1

0

Advanced

Normal

∫ Signal Format

Original
Side by side
2D to 3D

∫ 3D Picture Mode

Normal

Soft

Manual

∫ Manual Setti ngs

Distance
Screen Type

Frame Width

Frame Color

Keep original picture format.
3D picture format comprising of

left and right screens.
Converts 2D pictures to 3D effect.

Play back pictures with normal
3D effects.

You can enjoy 3D pictures with a
feeling of broadness, holding
back the depth perception.

Play back 3D pictures with
settings of

Set the amount of depth perception.
Selects how the screen appears

during 3D playback (flat or round).
Set the amount of feathering at

the edge of screen.
Set the color of feathering at the

edge of screen.

“Manual Settings”

Setup menu

Change the unit’s settings if necessary. The
settings remain intact even if you switch the unit
to standby.
Some items in the Setup menu are common to
the Option menu. You can get the same effect
with both menus.

About Multi User Mode

: Settings of the items with this indication are
saved by the respective users registered in the
Home menu.
Please refer to page 19 for details about user
registration and switching.

1 Press [HOME].

.

2 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Others” and

press [OK].

3 Press [2, 1] to select “Setup” and press

[OK].

Advanced

operations

∫ Pop-Out Lev el

(Only when “Full HD” is selected in “3D Type” (>33).)
3D position for the Option menu or message
screen etc. can be adjusted during 3D playback.

4 Select an item and change the settings.

To exit the screen

Press [HOME].

Video

∫ Picture Mode (> 29)

∫ Pic ture Adjustme nt (> 29)

∫ Chroma Process (> 29)

∫ Detail Clarity (> 29)

∫ Super Resolution (> 29)

∫ HDMI Output

Press [OK] to show the following settings:

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¾ HDMI Resolution

The items supported by the connected devices are
indicated on the screen as “

¢

without “

≥ If “Auto” is selected, the best suited output

≥ To enjoy high-definition video up-converted to

¾ 24p Output

When this unit is connected to a TV supporting 1080/
24p output using an HDMI cable, movies and other
material recorded at 24p are output at 24p.

≥

≥ When BD-Video images other than 24p are

≥

¾ HDMI Color Mode

This setting is for selecting color-space
conversion of the image signal when the unit is
connected using an HDMI cable.

¾ Deep Color Output

This setting is for selecting whether to use Deep
Color output when a television that supports
Deep Color is connected.

¾ Contents Type Flag

Depending on the playback content, the TV will
output adjusting to the optimal method when a
TV that supports this function is connected.

” is selected, the images may be distorted.

resolution to the connected television is
automatically selected.

1080p, you need to connect the unit directly
to 1080p compatible HDTV (High Definition
Television). If this unit is connected to an
HDTV through other equipment, the other
equipment must also be 1080p compatible.

When playing DVD-Video, set to “On” and then set
“24p” in “Video Settings” (

played, images are output at 60p.
24p: A progressive image recor ded at a rate of 24
frames per se cond (motion-pi cture film). Many
BD-Video movie contents are reco rded in 24 frames/
second in accordance with the film materials.

¢

”. When any item

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∫ Still Mod e (paused video)

Select the type of picture shown when you pause
playback.

Auto

Field

Frame

∫ Seamless Play

The chapter segments in playlists are played
seamlessly.
≥ Select “On”, when the picture freezes for a

Automatically selects the type of
picture shown.

Select if jittering occurs when “Auto” is
selected.

Select if small text or fine patterns cannot
be seen clearly when “Auto” is selected.

moment at the chapters segment in playlists.

Audio

∫ Surround Effects (> 30)

∫ Sound Effects (> 30)

∫ Dynamic Range Compression

You can listen at low volumes but still hear dialog
clearly.
(Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby
TrueHD only)

≥

“Auto” is effective only when playing Dolby TrueHD.

∫ Digital Audio Ou tput

Press [OK] to show the following settings:

¾ Dolby D/Dolby D +/Dolby TrueHD
¾ DTS/DTS-HD

Select the audio signal to output.

≥

Select “PCM”, when the connected equipment
cannot decode the respective audio format.
This unit decodes the audio format and
transmits to the connected equipment.

≥

Not making the proper settings may result in noise.

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¾ BD-Video Secondary Audio

Select whether or not to mix the primary and
secondary audio (including the button click sound).
If “Off” is selected, the unit outputs the primary audio only.

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¾ HDMI Audio Output

This setting selects whether or not to output
audio from HDMI.
≥ Audio will be output through the system's

speakers when “Off” is selected.

∫ D igital Audio Input

Press [OK] to show the following settings:

¾ PCM-FIX

Selects the audio output from the devices
connected to this unit.

≥ “On”: PCM is available.
≥

“Off”: DTS, PCM and Dolby Digital are available.

Select “On” if the sound is cut off intermittently.

∫ TV Audio Input

Select the TV audio input to work with the VIERA
Link operations.

∫ Downmix

Select the downmix system of multi-channel to
2-channel sound.
≥ Select “Surround encoded” to enjoy the

surround sound.

≥ There is no downmix effect on the bitstream

audio signal.

≥ The audio will be output in “Stereo” in the

following cases:
– AVCHD playback
– Dolby TrueHD playback
– Playback of secondary audio (including the

button click sound).

∫ A udio Delay

Synchronization between picture and sound is corrected
by adjusting the delay time of the audio output.

∫ Speaker

Refer to page 36.

3D

∫ 3D BD-Video Playback

Select the playback method of 3D compatible
video software.

∫ 3D AVCHD Output

Select the output method of 3D AVCHD videos.

∫ 3D Type

Select the format of the connected TV.
≥ Change the settings for 3D on the TV also when

“Checker board” or “Side by side” is selected.

∫ 3D Playback Precautions

Set to display or hide the 3D viewing warning screen
when playing back the 3D compatible video software.

∫ Man u al Settin gs (> 31)

∫ Po p- Out Level (> 31)

Language

∫ Audio Language

Choose the language for audio.
≥ If “Original” is selected, the original language of

each disc will be selected.

≥ Enter a code (> 46) when you select “Other

¢¢¢¢”.

∫ Subtitle Language

Choose the language for the subtitle.
≥ If “Auto” is selected and the language selected

for “Audio Language” is not available, subtitles
of that language will automatically appear if
available on that disc.

≥ Enter a code (> 46) when you select “Other

¢¢¢¢”.

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∫ Menu Language

Choose the language for the disc menus.

≥ Enter a code (> 46) when you select “Other

¢¢¢¢”.

∫ Subtitle Text

Select a suitable item according to the language
used for MKV subtitles text.

≥

This item is displayed only after playing back a file.

∫ On-screen Language

Choose the language for menus and on-screen
messages.

Network

∫ Easy Network Setting (> 15)

∫ Network Sett ings

Perform network-related settings individually.
Press [OK] to show the following settings:

¾ LAN Connection Mode

Select the LAN connection method.

¾ Wireless Settings

This allows the wireless router and connection
settings to be set. Current connection settings
and connection state can be checked.

Connection Setting

The wireless router connection wizard will be displayed.

Double Speed Mode Setting (2.4GHz)

When a 2.4 GHz wireless format is used, this
sets the connection speed.

≥

If you connect using the “Double Speed Mode
(40MHz)”, 2 channels use the same frequency
band, and there is consequently a greater risk of
reception interference. This can cause the
connection speed to drop or become unstable.

¾ IP Address/DNS Settings

This is for checking the state of the network connection
and setting the IP address and D NS-related.
Press [OK] to show the respective setting.

¾ Network Service Settings (> 26)

(VIERA Connect)

Press [OK] to show the following settings:

Audio Auto Gain Control

Volume that is different depending on the contents
is adjusted automatically to the standard volume
while using the VIERA Connect.
≥ Depending on contents, this function effect

will not work.

≥ Select “Off” when the audio is warped.

Time Zone

By selecting the time zone, it is possible to set
the unit’s time to match your location.

≥

Some VIERA Connect contents require the time
zone to be set. Set the time zone if necessary.

DST

Select “On” when using Daylight Saving time.

¾ Network Drive Connection

It is possible to access the shared folder of
equipment not compatible with DLNA, such as
the Windows XP operating system, and play
back video, still pictures, and music on this unit.
For the setting and operation method of connected
equipment, refer to the following Website.

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

¾ Remote Device Settings (> 27)

Press [OK] to show the following settings:

Remote Device Operation

Enable to operate by DMC.

≥

If “On” is selected, “Quick Start” is fixed to “On”.

Setting Unit Name

Set the name of this unit to be displayed on
the connected equipment.
≥ [BTT196] [BTT195] : With the default setting,

the unit name will be displayed as
“SC-BTT195”.

¾ Proxy Server Settings

This is for checking the state of connection with
the Proxy server and performing settings.
Press [OK] to show the respective setting.

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Registration Type

Auto

Manual

Remote Device List

Registering/deregistering of the displayed
equipment can be performed when “Manual”
in “Registration Type” is selected.

¾ BD-Live Internet Access (> 21)

You can restrict Internet access when BD-Live
functions are used.
≥ If “Allow (Limited)” is selected, Internet

access is permitted only for BD-Live contents
which have content owner certificates.

Allow connection to all the
equipment that is accessing this unit.

Set the permission of the connection
individually for the equipment that is
accessing thi s unit.

¾ TV Aspect

Set to match the type of television connected.
When connected to a 4:3 aspect television and

playing 16:9 ratio image:

The sides are cut off

4:3

4:3

Letterbox

When connected to a 16:9 widescreen
television and playing 4:3 ratio image:

16:9

so the picture fills
the screen. When
playing BD-Video,
video is output as “4:3 Letterbox”.

Black bands appear
at the top and bottom
of the picture.

Video is displayed as a 4:3 ratio
image in the center of the
screen.

Ratings

The following items use the same password.
Don’t forget your password.

∫ DVD-Video Ratings

Set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play.

∫ BD-Video Ratings

Set an age limit of BD-Video play.

∫ Network Service Lock

You can restrict the usage of VIERA Connect.

System

∫ E asy Setti n g

You can execute basic settings.

∫ Display Settings

Press [OK] to show the following settings:

¾ Screen Saver Function

This is to prevent burn-in on the screen.
≥ When this is set to “On”:

If a list of playback content is displayed and there
is no operation for 10 minutes or more, the screen
switches to HOME menu automatically.

≥ While playing and pausing, etc., this function

is not available.

¾ Status Messages

Choose whether to show status messages
automatically.

¾ VIERA Link

Set to use “HDAVI Control” function when
connected via HDMI cable to a device that
supports “HDAVI Control”.
≥ Select “Off” when you do not want to use

“HDAVI Control”.

Power Off link

Select the desired power off link setting of this unit
for VIERA Link operation (
depending on the settings of the connected VIERA
Link “HDAVI Control” compatible equipment.)

Video/Audio:

When the TV is turned off, this unit will turn
off automatically.

Video:

When playing back audio only content, the
unit will not turn off automatically.

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∫ Unit Settings

dB

0

Press [OK] to show the following settings:

Speaker settings

¾ Front Panel Display

Changes the brightness of the unit’s display.
≥ If “Auto” is selected, the display is set to bright

and only dimmed during playback.

¾ Edit User Information

Change the user information registered in the
Home menu.

∫ Quick Start

Speed of startup from power off is increased.
≥ When set to “On”, the internal control unit will be

powered and the idle power consumption will
increase compared to when set to “Off”. (About
the power consumption > 45)

∫ Remote Control Code

Change the remote control code if other
Panasonic products react to this remote control.

∫ Firmware Update (> 16)

Press [OK] to show the following settings:

¾ Automatic Update Check

When this equipment remains connected to the Internet,
it will check for the latest firmware version when it is
turned on and yo u ca n up da te it if necessary.



Complete

Tes t

LS

ms

0.0





dB

C

ms

0.0

RL

0

dB

0

SW

dBdB

00

RS

A Volume (Channel balance)
B Delay time for the Center speaker
C Delay time for the Surround speakers

∫ Adjusting speaker level

(Effective when playing multi-channel audio)
1 Select “Test” and press [OK].

A test signal is output.

2 While listening to the test signal

Press [3, 4] to adjust the volume of each
speaker ( ).

The volume can be adjusted between r6 dB
to s6 dB.
≥ Set each speaker level according to the

volume of the Front (L) and Front (R)
speaker volume respectively.

3 Press [OK].

The test signal stops.

¾ Update Now

You can update the firmware manually if a
firmware update is available.

∫ System Info rmatio n

Press [OK] to show the following settings:

¾ License

Information about the software used by this unit
is displayed.

¾ Firmware Version Information

Display firmware version of this unit and
wireless LAN module.

∫ Restore Defaul t Settings

This returns all values in the Setup menu and the
Option menu to the default settings, except for
some settings of network, ratings, remote control
code, language, etc.

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∫ Delay time

:

:

L

LS

R

SW

C

RS

C

RS

LS

1

2

3

A

B

0.0

ms

For optimum listening with 5.1-channel sound, all
the speakers, except for the subwoofer, should be
the same distance from the seating position.
If either distance 1 or 2 is less than 3,
measure the distance and adjust the time to make
up for the difference (see the table below).

Enjoying sound effects from all speakers

For more details on each setting, refer to “Audio
Settings” on the Option menu(> 30)

Surround Effects

1 Press [SURROUND].
2 Press [3, 4] to select “MULTI CH SOURCE”

or “2CH SOURCE”, and then press [OK].
e.g.,

3

While the selected mode is displayed

3,4

Press [

] to select the desired setting. (>30)

1 2 3: Primary listening distance

A Actual speaker position
B Ideal speaker position

1 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the distance

box ( ) and press [OK].

2 Press [3, 4] to select the setting and

press [OK].

Delay time for the Center speaker

Subtract the distance 1 from 3

Distance (Approx.) Setting

34 cm (1 ft. 1 in.) 1.0 ms

68 cm (2 ft. 2 in.) 2.0 ms
102 cm (3 ft. 4 in.) 3.0 ms
136 cm (4 ft. 5 in.) 4.0 ms
170 cm (5 ft. 6 in.) 5.0 ms

Delay time for the Surround speakers

Subtract the distance 2 from 3

Distance (Approx.) Setting

170 cm (5 ft. 6 in.) 5.0 ms

340cm (11ft. 1in.) 10.0 ms
510 cm (16 ft. 8 in.) 15.0 ms

To finish the speaker setting

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Complete” and
press [OK].

∫ Adjusting speaker level during

play

1 Press [CH SELECT] to activate the speaker

setting mode.

2 Press [CH SELECT] several times to select

the speaker.

≥Press [2, 1] to adjust the balance of

the front speakers.

3

Press [3] (increase) or [4] (decrease) to adjust
the speaker level for each speaker.
s6 dB to r6 dB

Sound Effects

1 Press [SOUND].
2

Press [3,4]
“ ALL SOURCE”, and then press [OK].
e.g.,

3 While the selected mode is displayed

Press [3, 4] to select the desired setting and
press [OK].
Repeat this procedure if necessary. (> 30)



≥ The sound effects/modes may not be available or have no

effect with some sources.

≥ You may experience a reduction in sound quality when

these sound effects/modes are used with some sources. If
this occurs, turn the sound effects/modes off.

to

select “2CH SOURCE” or

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Advanced

operations

Speaker installation



























option

Consult a qualified building contractor when
attaching the speakers to a wall. Improper
attachment may result in damage to the wall and
speakers and personal injury.

Attaching to a wall

You can attach all of the speakers (except
subwoofer) to a wall.
≥ The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to

be attached should be capable of supporting
10 kg (22 lbs) per screw.

1 Drive a screw (not supplied) into the wall.

A

At least 30 mm (1 3/

B ‰ 4.0 mm (5/32q)
C ‰ 7.0mm to ‰ 9.4 mm (
D Wall or pillar
E 5.5mm to 7.5mm (

16

q

)

7

/32q to 5/16q)

9

/32q to 3/8q)

[BTT196] [BTT195]

Front speaker

Attach to a wall without the base and the stand.

A 51 mm (2q)
B 64 mm (2
C 350 mm (13

[BTT190]

Front speaker, Surround speaker

[BTT196] [BTT195]

Surround speaker

17

/30q)

25

/32q)

2 Fit the speaker securely onto the screw(s)

with the hole(s).

e.g., [BTT196] Front speaker

DO NOT DO

≥ In this position, the

speaker will likely
fall if moved to the
left or right.

Use the measurements indicated below to identify
the screwing positions on the wall.
≥ Leave at least 20 mm (

speaker and 10 mm (
allow enough space for fitting the speaker.

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≥ Move the speaker

so that the screw is
in this position.

25

/32q) of space above the

13

/32q) on each side to

9

D 40 mm (1
E 24 mm (

Center speaker

F 18 mm (
G 25 mm (
H 230.5 mm (9

/16q)

15

/16q)

23

/32q)

31

/32q)

1

/16q)

[BTT196] [BTT195]

Straighten the
cable and run
through the
stand.

Pull out the
cable through
the hole.













When mounted on a wall

When placed on the floor

Front speaker assembly option

It is possible to shorten the height of the front
speaker by directly connecting the speaker to the
base without using the stand.

Preparation

Detach the speaker cable from the stand.

1 Thread the detached cable through the

base.

2 Attach the speaker to the base and tighten

the screw (supplied) securely.

Preventing the speakers
from falling or dropping

[BTT196] [BTT195] Preventin g from falling

Front speaker

Preventing from dropping

Front speaker, Surround speaker, Center speaker

1 Thread a string to the speaker.

3

≥ Use a string of less than ‰ 2.0 mm (

which is capable of supporting over 10 kg
(22 lbs).

e.g., [BTT196] Front speaker

/32q),





A String (not supplied)
B Rear of the speaker

2 Thread a string from the wall to the

speaker and tie tightly.

3 Connect the speaker cable to the speaker

and to the terminal of the main unit.
(> 11, 12)

∫ Reattaching the speaker cable

to the stand

C Screw eye (not supplied)
D Wall
E Approx.150 mm (5
F Less than 100 mm (3

29

/32q)

15

/16q)

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Advanced

operations

Reference

Troubleshooting guide

Before requesting service, please perform the
following steps.

Do you have the latest firmware installed?

Firmware updates may be released to correct
operating irregularities that are discovered
with certain movies. (> 16)

Make the following checks and visit our
website for more information.
For U.S.A.:

www.panasonic.com/help
Enter the model number.
For Canada:
http://www.panasonic.ca

Or visit our website to find a service
center.

You can find a service center near you easily
on our website.

Other support informa tion:
“Customer Services Directory (United States
and Puerto Rico)” (> 50) or “Limited
Warranty (Only for CANADA)” (> 51).

The following do not indicate a prob lem with this unit:

– Regular disc rotating sounds.
– Image disturbance during search.
– Image disturbance when replacing 3D discs.

∫ Unit doesn’t respond to remote

control or front panel buttons.

Press and hold [Í/I] on the main unit for 3 seconds.
– If still unable to power the unit off, disconnect the power

cord, wait 1 minute, then reconnect the power cord.

∫ Cannot eject disc.

The unit may have a problem.
1 While the unit is off, press and hold [OK], [B]

and [Y] on the remote control at the same
time for more than 5 seconds.

–“00 RET” is displayed on the unit’s display.

2 Repeatedly press [1] (right) on the remote

control or [Í/I] on the unit until “06 FTO” is
displayed on the unit’s display.

3 Press [OK] on the remote control or

[< OPEN/CLOSE] on the unit.

General operation

To return to the factory preset.

¾ Select “Yes” in “Restore Default Settings” in

the Setup menu. (> 36)

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4

4

To return all settings to the factory preset.

¾ Reset the unit as follows:

1 While the unit is off, press and hold [OK], [B]

and [Y] on the remote control at the same
time for more than 5 seconds.

–“00 RET” is displayed on the unit’s display.

2 Repeatedly press [1] (right) on the remote

control or [Í/I] on the unit until “08 FIN” is
displayed on the unit’s display.

3

Press and hold [OK] on the remote control or

<

OPEN/CLOSE] on the unit for at least 3 seconds.

[

This unit is turned off when the input for the
TV is switched.

¾

This is a normal phenomenon when using VIERA
Link (HDAVI Control 4 or later). For details please
read the operating instructions for the TV.

The remote control doesn’t work properly.

Change the batteries in the remote control. (>8)

¾
¾

The remote co ntrol and main unit are using different



codes. If “SET
when a button is pressed on the r em ote control,
change the code on the remote cont rol.

The TV tuner mode is not displayed when the
TV is switched on.

¾

This phenomenon may occur, depending on the
TV setting, when “Quick Start” is set to “On”.

¾ Depending on the TV, this phenomenon may

be prevented by reconnecting the HDMI cable
to a different HDMI input terminal or by
changing the HDMI auto connection setting.

You have forgotten your ratings password.
You want to cancel the ratings level.

¾ The ratings level returns to the factory preset.

1 While the unit is on, press and hold [OK], [B]

and [Y] on the remote control at the same
time for more than 5 seconds.

–“00 RET” is displayed on the unit’s display.

2 Repeatedly press [1] (right) on the remote

control or [Í/I] on the unit until “03 VL” is
displayed on the unit’s display.

3 Press [OK] on the remote control or

[< OPEN/CLOSE] on the unit.

This unit does not recognize the USB
connection correctly.

¾ Disconnect and reconnect the USB cable. If it

still does not recognize the connection, turn
the power of this unit off and on again.

¾ USB devices may not be recognized by this

unit when connected using the following :

” is displayed on the unit’s display

(>

36, 44)

– a USB hub
– a USB extension cable other than the

supplied with the Wireless LAN Adaptor
DY-WL5 (optional)

¾ If you connect USB HDD to this unit, use the

USB cable that is supplied with the HDD.

The unit switches to standby mode.

¾ This unit will automatically turn to standby

mode after 30 minutes if it is inactive. (> 18)

¾ When the time set for the sleep timer has

passed, the power will be turned off. (> 8)
One of the unit’s safety devices is activated. Press

¾

Í

/I] on the main unit to turn the unit on.

[

The unit does not turn off.

1 Press and hold [Í/I] on the main unit for 5

seconds. (If still unable to power the unit off,
disconnect the power cord, wait 1 minute,
then reconnect the power cord.)

2

Reset the unit as follows:
While the unit is off, press and hold [+ VOLUME],

<

OPEN/CLOSE] and [Í/I] on the main unit at

[
the same time for more than 5 seconds.

Picture

The images from this uni t do not appear on the TV.
Picture is distorted.
Jittering occurs.

¾ An incorrect resolution is selected in “HDMI

Resolution”. Reset the setting as follows:

1 While the unit is on, press and hold [OK], [B]

and [Y] on the remote control at the same
time for more than 5 seconds.

–“00 RET” is displayed on the unit’s display.

2 Repeatedly press [1] (right) on the remote

control or [Í/I] on the unit until “04 PRG” is
displayed on the unit’s display.

3

Press and hold [OK] on the remote control or

<

OPEN/CLOSE] on the unit for at least 3 seconds.

[

>

Set the item again. (

–When Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD,

and DTS-HD audio are not output in
bitstream, select “Yes” in “Restore Default
Settings” and make proper settings. (> 36)

¾ When “3D BD-Video Playback” in the Setup

menu is set to “Auto”, images may not be
output depending on the connection method.
After removing the disc from this unit, select
“Set before play” in the Setup menu, and
select “2D Playback” in the setup screen
displayed when playing 3D discs. (> 33)

32)

¾ If irregular coloring occurs on your TV, turn

the TV off for about 30 minutes.
If it persists, move the speaker s further aw ay from the TV.

Video is not output in high-definition.

¾ Confirm that “HDMI Resolution” in the Setup

menu is set properly. (> 32)

3D video is not output.

¾ Change the settings as required by the

connected TV format. (> 33, “3D Type”)
Are the settings on this unit and the TV correct? (>21)

¾
¾ Depending on the connected TV, the video

being played back might switch to 2D video
due to changes in resolution etc. Check the
3D setting on the TV.

¾ Check that proper HDMI video input is

selected on the TV.

3D video is not output correctly as 2D.

¾ Select “Set before play” in the Setup menu,

and select “2D Playback” in the setup screen
displayed when playing 3D discs. (> 33, “3D
BD-Video Playback”)

¾ Discs that have recorded titles with Side by

side (2 screen structure) and that can be
enjoyed in 3D are played back in accordance
with the settings of the TV.

No subtitles.

¾ When progressive output is on, closed

captions/subtitles cannot be displayed.

The subtitles overlap closed captions
recorded on discs.

¾ Turn off the subtitles or the closed caption

setting on the TV. (> 28)

A black band is displayed around the edge of
the screen.
The aspect ratio of the screen is abnormal.

¾

Confirm the “TV Aspect” is set properly. (>35)

¾ Adjust the aspect setting on the television.

Reference

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Sound Playback

No sound.
Low volume.
Distorted sound.
Cannot hear the desired audio type.

¾ Check connections to speakers and other

equipment. (> 11s14)

¾ Ensure the speaker settings for your

speakers are correct. (> 36)

¾ To output audio from a device connected with

an HDMI cable, set “HDMI Audio Output” to
“On” in the Setup menu. (> 33)
When “BD-Video Secondary Audio” is set to “On”,

¾

Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD Master
Audio and DTS-HD High Resolution Audio are
output as Dolby Digital or DTS Digital Surround.

¾

Re-master will not work when the bitstream signal
is output from the HDMI AV OUT terminal. (

¾ Depending on the connected equipment, the

sound may be distorted if this unit is
connected with an HDMI cable.

¾ The multi-channel audio from a device

connected to the TV is not output in it’s
original multi-channel form.

–If the device has an optical audio output

terminal, connect the device to this unit’s

DIGIT AL AUDIO IN terminal. (> 13)

No surround sound.

Press [SURROUND] to select a surround effect. (>37)

¾

Cannot switch audio.

¾ When audio is output from the HDMI AV OUT

terminal, set “Dolby D/Dolby D +/Dolby
TrueHD” or “DTS/DTS-HD” to “PCM”. (> 32)

>

Disc cannot be played.

¾ The disc is dirty. (> 5)

Still pictures (JPEG ) do not pla y bac k norm a lly.

¾

The images that were edited on the PC, such as
Progressive JPEG, etc., may not be played back.

I can’t play back BD-Live.

¾ The SD card is write-protected. (> 7)
¾ Confirm that this unit is connected to the

broadband Internet. (> 14)

¾ Confirm the “BD-Live Internet Access”

settings. (> 35)

¾ Confirm an SD card is inserted into the SD

card slot. (> 17)

30)

Alternative soundtrack and subtitles cannot
be selected.

¾ The languages are not recorded on the disc.

You may not be able to use the Option menu to

¾

change the soundtrack and subtitles on some discs.
Use the disc’s menus to ma ke changes. (

iPod/iPhone operation

Cannot charge or operate.

Check that the iPod/iPhone is connected firmly . (>22)

¾
¾

The battery of the iPod/iPhone is depleted. Charge
the iPod/iPhone, and then operate again.

¾

When unexpected operation occurs while using the
iPod/iPhone, connect the iPod/iPhone again or try
to restart the iPod/iPhone.

Radio

No sound from the TV.

¾ Press [EXT-IN] to select the corresponding

source. (> 17)

¾ When connecting the unit to a TV using an

HDMI cable, check whether the HDMI
terminal on the TV is labeled “HDMI (ARC)”. If
not labeled in this way, connect using the
HDMI cable in combination with an optical
digital audio cable.(> 12)

¾ If there is no sound from the equipment

connected to this unit’s DIGITAL AUDIO IN
terminal, please make sure that the optical
audio output of the equipment is set to PCM.

Distorted sound or noise is heard.

¾ Adjust the position of the antenna.

A beat sound is heard.

¾ Try to keep a certain amount of distance

between the antenna and the TV.

Stations cannot be selected.

1 Press [RADIO] to select “FM”.
2 Press and hold [RADIO].

After a few seconds the display changes to show
the current lowest frequency (87.9 MHz). Continue
to hold the button down. The lowest frequency
changes (87.5 MHz) and the step is changed.

>

20)

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Noise is excessive.

¾ Change the audio to be output as monaural.

1 Press and hold [jAUDIO].
2 Press [jAUDIO] to select “MONO”.

The sound becomes monaural.
≥ To cancel, press the button again or change

the frequency.

In normal circumstances, select “AUTO STEREO”

Network

I can’t connect to the network.

¾ Confirm the network connection and settings.

(> 14, 15, 34)

¾ Check the operating instructions for each

device and connect accordingly.

When using wireless LA N connection, video from
the DLNA Certified media server is not played back
or video frames are droppe d du ring pl ay bac k.

¾ Higher transfer rate router such as 802.11n

(2.4 GHz) wireless router may solve the
problem. If you use 802.11n (2.4 GHz)
wireless router, it is necessary to set the
encryption type to “AES”.
Simultaneous use with a microwave, cordless
telephone etc. at 2.4 GHz may result in
connection interruptions or other problems.
On the “Wireless Settings” screen (>34), the

¾

continuous lighting of at least 4 “Reception”
indicators is the target for a stable connection. If 3
or fewer indicators are lit or the connection is being
interrupted, change the position or angle of your
wireless router and see if the connection state
improves. If there is no improvement, connect to a
wired network and perform the “Easy Network

>

Setting” (

15) again.

Messages

The following messages or service numbers
appear on the television or unit’s display.

On the television

Cannot play.

¾ You inserted an incompatible disc (Discs

recorded in PAL video, etc.).

Cannot display on this unit.

¾ You tried to play a non-compatible image.
¾ Confirm “SD” on the unit’s display is not

displayed and re-insert the card.

No disc inserted.

¾ The disc may be upside down.

$ This operation is not available.

¾ Some operations are unsupported by the unit.

For example;

–BD-Video: During playback, reverse

slow-motion or reverse frame-by-frame is
not possible.

IP address is not set.

¾ The “IP Address” in “IP Address/DNS

Settings” is “---. ---. ---. ---”. Set the “IP
Address”, “Subnet Mask”, and “Default
Gateway”. (Select the automatic address
acquisition if necessary.)

The current wireless network security setting
is weak. It is recommended to change to a
stronger security setting.

¾

Authentication type for the wireless LAN is set to
“Open system”, or the encryption type is set to
“No encryption”. It is recommended to encrypt for
safety reasons. For details, refer to the
instructions of the wireless router being used.
Encryption is required when playing back video,
etc., from DLNA compatible devices.

Reference

On the unit’s display

F99

¾ The unit fails to operate properly. Press [Í/I]

on the main unit for 3 seconds to switch the
unit to standby, then switch back on.

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NET

¾ While connecting to a network.

No PLAY

¾ There is a viewing restriction on a BD-Video

or DVD-Video. (> 35)

No READ

¾ The media is dirty or badly scratched. The

unit cannot play.

PLEASE WAIT

¾ The unit is carrying out an internal process.

This is not a malfunction. You cannot operate
the unit while “PLEASE WAIT” is displayed.

REMOVE

¾ The USB device is drawing too much power.

Remove the USB device.

SET  (“  ” stands for a number.)

¾ The remote control and main unit are using

different codes. Change the code on the
remote control.

Press and hold [OK] and
the indicated number
button at the same time for
more than 5 seconds.

U59

¾ The unit is hot.

The unit switches to standby for safety
reasons. Wait for about 30 minutes until the
message disappears.
Select a position with good ventilation when
installing the unit.

H or F
(“  ” stands for a number.)

¾ Check and correct the speaker cable

connections.

¾ There is something unusual.
¾ Check the unit using the troubleshooting

guide. If the service number remains
displayed, do the following.

1 Disconnect the plug from the AC outlet, wait a

few seconds, then reconnect it.
2 Press [Í/I] to turn the power on.
If the service number remains displayed despite
doing the above, request service from the dealer.
Inform the dealer of the service number when
requesting service.

IPOD OVER CURRENT ERROR

¾ The iPod/iPhone is drawing too much power.

Remove the iPod/iPhone, and turn the unit off
and on again.

START

¾ The system is being restarted during the

firmware update. Please do not turn off the
unit.

UPD/
(“  ” stands for a number.)

¾ The firmware is being updated.

Please do not turn off the unit.

FINISH

¾ The firmware update is complete.

NOT CONDITIONAL

¾ The requested operation cannot be

conducted.

SET OK

¾ The stations are set, and the radio tunes to

the last preset station.

ERROR

¾ Automatic presetting is unsuccessful. Preset

the stations manually.

TUNED/STEREO

¾ Stereo broadcasting or stereo sound is

selected.

TUNED

¾ Monaural broadcasting or monaural sound is

selected.

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Specifications

GENERAL

Power consumption: 83 W
Power consumption in

standby mode: Approx. 0.05 W
Power supply: AC 120 V, 60 Hz

Dimensions (WkHkD):

Mass (Weight): Approx. 2.4 kg (5.3 lbs)
Operating temperature range:
Operating humidity range: 35 % to 80 % RH

AMPLIFIER SECTION

RMS TOTAL POWER OUTPUT: 1000 W

1 kHz, 10 % total harmonic distortion
FRONT:

CENTER: 160 W per ch (3 ≠)
SURROUND: 160 W per ch (3 ≠)
100 Hz, 10 % total harmonic distortion

SUBWOOFER

FTC TOTAL POWER OUTPUT: 430 W

120 Hz to 20 kHz, 1.0 % total harmonic distortion
FRONT: 60 W per ch (3 ≠)
CENTER: 90 W per ch (3 ≠)
SURROUND:
45 Hz to 120 Hz, 1.0 % total harmonic distortion
SUBWOOFER: 100 W (3 ≠)

:

430 mmk47 mmk263 mm
(1615/16qk155/64qk1023/64q)

oC(32

o

F

to 104

0

oC to 40

(no condensation)

160 W per ch (3 ≠)

200 W per ch (3 ≠)

60 W per ch (3 ≠)

[BTT190]

Full range: 6.5 cm (21/2q) CONE TYPE
Dimensions (WkHkD):

Mass (Weight): Approx. 0.37 kg (0.8lbs)

CENTER SPEAKER

Full range: 6.5 cm (2
Super Tweeter: Piezo type
Dimensions (WkHkD): 280 mmk84 mmk78 mm

Mass (Weight): Approx. 0.53 kg (1.2lbs)

SURROUND SPEAKERS

Full range: 6.5 cm (2
Dimensions (WkHkD): 80 mmk139 mmk71 mm

o

F

)

Mass (Weight): Approx. 0.37 kg (0.8lbs)

SUBWOOFER

Woofer: 16 cm (6
Dimensions (WkHkD):

Mass (Weight): Approx. 3.0 kg (6.6 lbs)

* The impedance of all the speakers is 3≠.

80 mmk139 mmk71 mm
(35/32qk51/2qk213/16q)

1

/32qk35/16qk33/32q)

(11

5

(3

/32qk51/2qk213/16q)

145 mmk289.5 mmk258 mm
(523/32qk1113/32qk105/32q)

TERMINAL SECTION

USB slot: USB2.0: 2 system
SD card slot: Connector: 1 system
Ethernet: 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX 1 system

VIDEO SECTION

Signal system: NTSC
HDMI AV output*

Output
connector: Type A (19 pin)

1

/2q) CONE TYPE

1

/2q) CONE TYPE

1

/2q) CONE TYPE

Audio Input

AUX: k 1

Digital Audio Input

Optical k 1

Sampling frequency:
Audio Format:

32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS

FM TUNER SECTION

Frequency range:

Antenna terminals:

87.9 MHz to 107.9 MHz (200 kHz step),

87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz (100 kHz step)
75 ≠ (unbalanced)

SPEAKER SECTION*

FRONT SPEAKERS

[BTT196] [BTT195]

Full range: 6.5 cm (21/2q) CONE TYPE
Dimensions (WkHkD):

Mass (Weight): Approx. 2.42 kg (5.3 lbs)

292 mmk1185mmk292 mm
(111/2qk4621/32qk111/2q)

LASER Specification

Class I LASER Product
Wave length:
Laser powe r: No hazardous radiation is emit ted

* This unit supports “HDAVI Control 5” function.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.

790 nm (CDs)/660 nm (DVDs)/405 nm (BDs)
with the safety protection

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File format

Abkhazian: 6566
Afar: 6565
Afrikaans: 6570
Albanian: 8381
Amharic

:

6577
Arabic: 6582
Armenian: 7289
Assamese: 6583
Aymara: 6589
Azerbaijani: 6590
Bashkir: 6665
Basque: 6985
Bengali; Bangla:

6678
Bhutani: 6890
Bihari: 6672
Breton: 6682
Bulgarian: 6671
Burmese: 7789
Byelorussian: 6669
Cambodian: 7577
Catalan: 6765
Chinese: 9072
Corsican: 6779
Croatian: 7282
Czech: 6783
Danish: 6865
Dutch: 7876
English: 6978
Esperanto: 6979
Estonian: 6984
Faroese: 7079
Fiji: 7074
Finnish: 7073
French: 7082
Frisian: 7089
Galician: 7176
Georgian: 7565
German: 6869
Greek: 6976
Greenlandic: 7576
Guarani: 7178

Gujarati: 7185
Hausa: 7265
Hebrew: 7387
Hindi: 7273
Hungarian: 7285
Icelandic: 7383
Indonesian: 7378
Interlingua: 7365
Irish: 7165
Italian: 7384
Japanese: 7465
Javanese: 7487
Kannada: 7578
Kashmiri: 7583
Kazakh: 7575
Kirghiz: 7589
Korean: 7579
Kurdish: 7585
Laotian: 7679
Latin: 7665
Latvian, Lettish: 7686
Lingala: 7678
Lithuanian: 7684
Macedonian: 7775
Malagasy: 7771
Malay: 7783
Malayalam: 7776
Maltese: 7784
Maori: 7773
Marathi: 7782
Moldavian: 7779
Mongolian: 7778
Nauru: 7865
Nepali: 7869
Norwegian: 7879
Oriya: 7982
Pashto, Pushto: 8083
Persian: 7065
Polish: 8076
Portuguese: 808 4
Punjabi: 8065
Quechua: 8185

Rhaeto-Romance:

8277
Romanian: 8279
Russian: 8285
Samoan: 8377
Sanskrit: 8365
Scots Gaelic: 7168
Serbian: 8382
Serbo-Croatian: 8372
Shona: 8378
Sindhi: 8368
Singhalese: 8373
Slovak: 8375
Slovenian: 8376
Somali: 8379
Spanish: 6983
Sundanese: 8385
Swahili: 8387
Swedish: 8386
Tagalog: 8476
Tajik: 8471
Tamil: 8465
Tatar: 8484
Telugu: 8469
Thai: 8472
Tibetan: 6679
Tigrinya: 8473
Tonga: 8479
Turkish: 8482
Turkmen: 8475
Twi: 8487
Ukrainian: 8575
Urdu: 8582
Uzbek: 8590
Vietnamese: 8673
Volapük: 8679
Welsh: 6789
Wolof: 8779
Xhosa: 8872
Yiddish: 7473
Yoruba : 8979
Zulu: 9085

File format Extension Reference

This unit supports ID3 tags,

MP3 “.MP3”, “.mp3 ”

JPEG “.JPG”, “.jpg”

“.MKV”, “.mkv”

Subtitles text

MKV

file

“.SRT”, “.srt”,
“.SSA”, “.ssa”,
“.ASS”, “.ass”

FLAC “.flac”

WAV “.wav”
MPO “.mpo”

≥ With certain recording states and folder structures, the

play order may differ or playback may not be possible.

but only titles, artist names
and album names can be
displayed.

≥ MOTION JPEG and

Progressive JPEG is not
supported

≥ You may not be able to

play back the file if you
have edited the folder
structure or the file name
on a PC or other device.

≥ The video file and

subtitles text file are
inside the same folder,
and the file names are
the same except for the
file extensions.

≥ Some MKV files may not

play back, depending on
the video resolution and
frame rate condition.

Maximum sampling rate:
192 kHz/24 bit

Maximum sampling rate:
48 kHz/16 bit

3D still picture

Supplemental information

∫ Display languages list

Display

Language

Display

Language

Display

Language

ARA

ENG
FRA
DEU
ITA
ESP
NLD
SVE
NOR
DAN
POR
RUS

English
French
German
Italian
Spanish
Dutch
Swedish
Norwegian
Danish
Portuguese
Russian

JPN
CHI
KOR
MAL
VIE
THA
POL
CES
SLK
HUN
FIN

Japanese
Chinese
Korean
Malay
Vietnamese
Thai
Polish
Czech
Slovak
Hungarian
Finnish

∫ Language code list

Language Code Language Code Language Code

HIN
PER
IND
MRI
BUL
RUM
GRE
TUR

Arabic
Hindi
Persian
Indonesian
Maori
Bulgarian
Romanian
Greek
Turkish
Others

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
T o 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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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.

HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMILicensing LLC in
the United States and other countries.

This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license and VC-1 patent portfolio license for the personal and non-commercial
use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard and VC-1 Standard (“AVC/VC-1 Video”) and/or (ii)
decode AVC/VC-1 Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained
from a video provider licensed to provide AVC/VC-1 Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional
information may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC.
See http://www.mpegla.com.

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.: SC-BTT196

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

Support Contact:
Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America
Telephone No.: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Java is a registered trademark of Oracle and/or its affiliates.

SC-BTT195
SC-BTT190

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,226,616; 6,487,535; 7,392,195; 7,272,567; 7,333,929;
7,212,872 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS-HD, the Symbol, & DTS-HD and the Symbol together are
registered trademarks & DTS-HD Master Audio | Essential is a trademark of DTS, Inc. Product includes software. © DTS, Inc. All
Rights Reserved.

HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.
VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.

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VIERA Connect is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.

MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.

DLNA, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network
Alliance.

Windows is a trademark or a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

Skype, associated trade marks and logos and the “ ” logo are trade marks of Skype Limited.

EZ Sync™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.

“AVCHD”, “AVCHD 3D”, “AVCHD Progressive” and “AVCHD 3D/Progressive” are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and
Sony Corporation.

SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
“DVD Logo” is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation.

“Wi-Fi”, “Wi-Fi Protected Setup”, “WPA” and “WPA2” are marks or registered marks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

“Made for iPod” , and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, or
iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.
Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod, or iPhone may affect wireless performance.
iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

gSOAP Public License 1.3
Part of the software embedded in this product is gSOAP software.

Portions created by gSOAP are Copyright (C) 2001-2009 Robert A. van Engelen, Genivia inc. All Rights Reserved.
THE SOFTWARE IN THIS PRODUCT WAS IN PART PROVIDED BY GENIVIA INC AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHOR BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL,
SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING , BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE
GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY
THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE)
ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.

(1) MS/WMA
This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Corporation and third parties. Use or distribution of
such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.

(2) MS/PlayReady/Final Product Labeling
This product contains technology subject to certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft. Use or distribution of this
technology outside of this product is prohibited without the appropriate license(s) from Microsoft.

(3)MS/PlayReady/End User Notices
Content owners use Microsoft PlayReady
copyrighted content. This device uses PlayReady technology to access PlayReady-protected content and/or
WMDRM-protected content. If the device fails to properly enforce restrictions on content usage, content owners may require
Microsoft to revoke the
content or content protected by other content access technologies. Content owners may require you to upgrade PlayReady to
access their content. If you decline an upgrade, you will not be able to access content that requires the upgrade.

(4) Vorbis

device’s ability to consume PlayReady-protected content. Revocation should not affect unprotected

TM

content access technology to protect their intellectual property, including

The software license is displayed when “License” in the Setup menu is selected.(> 36)

(5) FLAC

The software license is displayed when “License” in the Setup menu is selected.(> 36)

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This product incorporates the following software:
(1)the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation,

(2)the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation,
(3)the software licensed under the GNU General Public License, Version 2 (GPL v2),
(4)the software licensed under the GNU LESSER General Public License, Version 2.1 (LGPL v2.1) and/or,
(5)open sourced software other than the software licensed under the GPL v2 and/or LGPL v2.1

For the software categorized a s (3) and (4), please refer to th e ter ms an d conditi o ns of GP L v2 and L GPL v2.1, as the case may be at
http://www.gnu.org/licenses/old-licenses/gpl-2.0.html and
http://www.gnu.org/licenses/old-licenses/lgpl-2.1.html.
In addition, the software categ orized as (3) and (4) a re copyright ed by several individ uals. Please r efer to the co pyright notice of those
individuals at
http://panasonic.net/avc/oss/bdplayer/AWBPP12.html

The GPL/LGPL software is distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY, without even the implied
warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

At least three (3) years from delivery of products, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information
provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable
copy of the corresponding source code covered under GPL v2/LGPL v2.1.

Contact Information
[e-mail]

Source code is also freely available to you and any other member of the public via our website below.
http://panasonic.net/avc/oss/bdplayer/AWBPP12.html

For the software categorized as (5) includes as follows.

1. This product includes software developed by the OpenSSL Project for use in the OpenSSL Toolkit.
(http://www.openssl.org/)

2. This product includes software developed by the University of California, Berkeley and its contributors.

3. FreeType code.

4. The Independent JPEG Group's JPEG software.

Copyright 2004-2010 Verance Corporation. CinaviaTM is a Verance Corporation trademark. Protected by U.S. Patent
7,369,677 and worldwide patents issued and pending under license from Verance Corporation. All rights reserved.

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Limited Warranty

(ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)

Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

Panasonic Blu-ray and DVD Products Limited Warranty

Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA and Puerto Rico Only)

If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or
workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America
(referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the
chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”),
at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b)
replace it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund
your purchase price. The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by
the warrantor.

Product or Part Name Parts Labor

Blu-ray Disc Player, Portable Blu-ray Disc
Player

Blu-ray Home Theater System 1 year 1 year
DVD Player, Portable DVD Player 1 year 90 days
DVD Recorder 1 year 90 days

Rechargeable Batteries (pack) 90 days

During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the
“Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. This Limited Warranty
excludes both parts and labor for non-rechargeable batteries, antennas, and
cosmetic parts (cabinet). This warranty only applies to products purchased and
serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to
the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”.

Mail-In Service

For assistance in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico in obtaining repairs, please ship
the product prepaid to:

Panasonic Exchange Center
4900 George McVay Drive
Suite B
McAllen, TX 78503
[e-mail]

When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all supplied accessories listed in
the Owner’s Manual, and send it prepaid, adequately insured and packed well in
a carton box. When shipping Lithium Ion batteries please visit our Web Site at
www.panasonic.com/BatteryHandling
the most up to date information. Include a letter detailing the complaint, a return
address and provide a daytime phone number where you can be reached. A
valid registered receipt is required under the Limited Warranty.

IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE
PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/
PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT P AID
AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE
REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF
PURCHASE.

Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions

This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or
workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic
damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in
shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the
warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect,
mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments,
misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge,
lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids,

The model number and serial number of this product can be
found on either the back or the bottom of the unit.
Please note them in the space provided below and keep for
future reference.

1 year 90 days

Not
Applicable

as Panasonic is committed to providing

MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER

commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use
of the product, or service by anyone other than a Factory Service Center or
other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER
“LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”.
THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS
PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY.

(As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the
servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or
recorded content. The items listed are not exclusive, but for illustration only.)

ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED
WARRANTY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so
the exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or
after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Service Center. If the
problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s
Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.

PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)

Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your
nearest Dealer or Service Center; purchase
Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and
Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at:

http://www.panasonic.com/help

or, contact us via the web at:

http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-211-P ANA (7262)
Monday-Friday 9am-9pm,
Saturday-Sunday 10am-7pm EST

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855

Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico)

Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic
Products by visiting our Web Site at:
http://www.pstc.panasonic.com
Or, send your request by E-mail to:
[e-mail]
You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only)
(Monday-Friday 9am-9pm EST)
Panasonic National Parts Center
20421 84th Ave S., Kent, WA 98032
(We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express)

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277

User memo:

DATE OF PURCHASE
DEALER NAME
DEALER ADDRESS

TELEPHONE NUMBER

As of January 2012

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5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3

PANASONIC PRODUCT - LIMITED WARRANTY

Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use
and for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase agrees to, at its option either (a) repair your product
with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your
purchase price. The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by Panasonic Canada Inc.

Technics Audio Product - One (1) year, parts and labour
Panasonic BD/DVD Product - One (1) year, parts and labour
Panasonic Audio Receivers - One (1) year, parts and labour
Home Theater Systems Product - One (1) year, parts and labour

This warranty is given only to the original purchaser, or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift, of a Panasonic
brand product mentioned above sold by an authorized Panasonic dealer in Canada and purchased and used in
Canada, which product was not sold “as is”, and which product was delivered to you in new condition in the original
packaging.

IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE HEREUNDER, A PURCHASE RECEIPT OR
OTHER PROOF OF DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE, SHOWING AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE
REQUIRED

LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS

This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal
wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or
failures which are caused by products not supplied by Panasonic Canada Inc., or failures which result from accidents,
misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment
of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand,
humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or
service by anyone other than an Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage under this warranty.
THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OT HER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,

INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY
BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY. (As examples, this warranty excludes damages for lost t ime,
travel to and from the Authorized Servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded
content. This list of items is not exhaustive, but for illustration only.)

In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,
or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary depending on your province or territory.

WARRANTY SERVICE
For product operation and information assistance, please contact:
PRODUCT OPERATION ASSISTANCE

Customer Care Centre: Telephone #: [phone]

PRODUCT REPAIRS

Please locate your nearest Authorized Servicentre.

Carefully pack and send prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.

Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of date of original purchase.

IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE

Panasonic Canada Inc.

Fax #: [phone]
Email link: “Support

Link: “Support

# contact us # email” on www.panasonic.ca

# Panasonic Servicentre

®

locator” on www.panasonic.ca

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As an ENERGY STAR Partner,

Panasonic
has determined that this product meets the
ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy
efficiency.

®

®

For Canada only: The word “Participant” is
used in place of the word “Partner”.

Panasonic Corporation 2011

Printed in Malaysia

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus,
New Jersey 07094

http://www.panasonic.com

5770 Ambler Drive
Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 2T3

www.panasonic.ca

Panasonic Canada Inc.

Panasonic Consumer Marketing
Company of North America,
Division of Panasonic Corporation
of North America

Index

A

Audio

Changin g a ud i o. . . . . . . . 20

Languag e. . . . . . . . . . 28, 33

B

BD-Live. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

D

DLNA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

F

File format . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Firmware up date . . . . . . . . . 1 6

I

iPod/iPho n e . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

L

LAN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

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.

Language

M

Media Renderer . . . . . . . . . 27

Multi User Mode . . . . . . . . . 19

N

Network

P

Pop-up menu . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Q

Quick Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

On-screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Soundtrack. . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Subtitle. . . . . . . . . . . . 28, 33

Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 34

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NO T REM O VE SCREW S.
NO USER-SER VICEABLE P AR TS
INSIDE.
REFER SER VICING T O QU ALIFIE D
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.

R

Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Re-master. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Restore Default Settings. . .36

Resume pla y function. . . . .20

S

Subtitle. . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 , 33

U

USB devic e. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

V

VIERA Conne c t . . . . . . . . . .26

VIERA Link
Control

TM

“HDAVI

TM

”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

W

Wireless LAN. . . . . . . . . . . .14

24p . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29, 32

3D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

CAUTION

NOT OPEN

DO

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