Operating Instructions
Blu-ray DiscTM Home Theater Sound System
Model No. SC-BTT430
Firmware updates
Panasonic is constantly improving the unit’s firmware to ensure that our customers are enjoying the latest technology.
Panasonic recommends updating your firmware as soon as you are notified.
For details, refer to “Firmware updates” (> 21) or http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ (This site is in English only.)
Panasonic Panasonic
“ ” (> 75) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/
Thank you for purchasing this product.
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.
请于使用前仔细阅读操作使用说明书,
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Precautions
WARNING
Unit
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
≥Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.
≥Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this unit.
≥Use only the recommended accessories.
≥Do not remove covers.
≥Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
≥Do not let metal objects fall inside this unit.
≥Do not place heavy items on this unit.
AC mains lead
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
≥Ensure that the power supply voltage corresponds to the voltage printed on this unit.
≥Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet.
≥Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the lead.
≥Do not handle the plug with wet hands.
≥Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting the plug.
≥Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.
The mains plug is the disconnecting device.
Install this unit so that the mains plug can be unplugged from the socket outlet immediately.
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.
≥Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles, on this unit.
≥This unit may receive radio interference caused by mobile telephones during use. If such interference occurs, please increase separation between this unit and the mobile telephone.
≥This unit is intended for use in tropical climates.
Placement
Place this unit on an even surface.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
≥Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.
≥Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.
≥Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration.
Speaker
≥Use only supplied speakers
The main unit and supplied speakers are to be used only as indicated in these operating instructions. Failure to do so may lead to damage to the amplifier and/or the speakers, and may result in the risk of fire. Consult a qualified service person if damage has occurred or if you experience a sudden 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.
≥Hold the speaker firmly to avoid injury by dropping 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 area of the speakers. Hold by the sides.
≥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 speaker. Be cautious when children are near.
Batteries
Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage and may cause a fire.
≥Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type recommended by the manufacturer.
≥When disposing the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
≥Do not mix old and new batteries or different types at the same time.
≥Do not heat or expose to flame.
≥Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.
≥Do not take apart or short circuit.
≥Do not recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
≥Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
Remove batteries if you do not intend to use the remote control for a long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.
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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. (> 46, "To return all settings to the factory preset.")
≥ The operation history may be recorded in the memory of this unit.
– If you see this symbol –
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.
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Restriction on use of unauthorized copied content
This unit adopts the following technology for copyright protection.
Cinavia Notice
This product uses Cinavia technology to limit the use of unauthorized copies of some commercially-produced film and videos and their soundtracks. When a prohibited use of an unauthorized copy is detected, a message will be displayed and playback or copying will be interrupted.
More information about Cinavia technology is provided at the Cinavia Online Consumer Information Center at http://www.cinavia.com. To request additional information about Cinavia by mail, send a postcard with your mailing address to:
Cinavia Consumer Information Center, P.O. Box 86851, San Diego, CA, 92138, USA.
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Table of contents
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Getting started
Package contents and accessories . . . . . . . . 5 Unit and media care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Playable media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
STEP 1: Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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STEP 2: Preparing the speakers . . . . . . . . . |
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STEP 3: Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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STEP 4: Connecting the AC mains lead . . . . |
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STEP 5: Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Inserting or removing media . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Enjoying TV with unit’s speakers . . . . . . . . . 22 HOME menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Multi User Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Playback
Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Using the iPod/iPhone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
TV & Radio
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” . . . . . . . . . . . 29
•Enjoying TV and STB with unit’s speakers . . . . . .30
Listening to the Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Advanced operations
VIERA Connect
(Enjoying Internet Service) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Home Network feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Option menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Setup menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
•Speaker settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Changing the sound settings . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Speaker installation option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Reference
Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
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Package contents and accessories
Check the package contents and supplied accessories before using this unit. |
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SURROUND |
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SUBWOOFER |
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Accessories
∏1 Remote control
(N2QAYB000729)
∏2 Batteries for remote control
∏2 AC mains lead*
* See page 19 for more information.
∏1 HDMI cable
∏1 FM indoor antenna
∏1 Sheet of speaker cable sticker
≥Product numbers provided in these operating instructions correct as of March 2013. These may be subject to change.
≥Do not use AC mains lead with other equipment.
≥Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.
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
Lens cleaner: RP-CL720AE
≥This lens cleaner may not be for sale depending on the region.
≥This lens cleaner is sold as specific for DIGA, but can be used on this unit as well.
∫Clean discs
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Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
∫ Disc and card handling precautions
≥Handle discs by the edges to avoid inadvertent scratches or fingerprints on the disc.
≥Do not attach labels or stickers to discs.
≥Do not use disc cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.
≥Clean any dust, water, or foreign matter from the terminals on the rear side of the card.
≥Do not use the following discs:
–Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels (rented discs etc.).
–Discs that are badly warped or cracked.
–Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes.
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Playable media
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Video |
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Video, MKV, Xvid |
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SD Memory Card (from 8 MB to 2 GB) |
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≥ See pages 8 and 53 for more information on the types of content that can be played.
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∫Discs that cannot be played by this unit
≥DVD-RAM
≥Super Audio CD
≥Photo CD
≥DVD-Audio
≥Video CD and Super Video CD
≥WMA discs
≥DivX discs
≥HD DVD
∫ Region management information
BD-Video
This unit can play BD-Video discs supporting the region code “A”.
Example:
DVD-Video
This unit can play DVD-Video discs supporting the region number “3” or “ALL”.
Example:
∫ Music CD
Operation and sound quality of CDs that do not conform to CD-DA specifications (copy control CDs, etc.) cannot be guaranteed.
∫ SD card
≥ miniSD Cards, microSD Cards, microSDHC Cards and microSDXC Cards can be used, but must be used with an adaptor card. These are usually supplied with such cards, or otherwise customer provided.
≥To protect the card’s contents, move
the record prevention tab (on the SD card) to “LOCK”.
≥This unit is compatible with SD Memory Cards that meet SD Card Specifications FAT12 and FAT16 formats, as well as SDHC Memory Cards in FAT32 format and SDXC Memory Cards in exFAT.
≥If the SD card is used with incompatible computers or devices, recorded contents may be erased due to the card being formatted etc.
≥Usable memory may be slightly less than the card capacity.
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∫ Finalize
DVD-R/RW/R DL, +R/+RW/+R DL and CD-R/RW recorded by a recorder, etc. needs to be finalized by the recorder to play on this unit. Please refer to the recorder’s instructions.
∫ BD-Video
This unit supports high bit rate audio (Dolby® Digital Plus, Dolby® TrueHD, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio and DTS-HD Master Audio) adopted in BD-Video.
∫ 3D
≥3D videos and 3D still pictures can be played back when this unit is connected to a 3D compatible TV using a High Speed HDMI Cable.
≥2D video can be enjoyed as 3D virtually. (> 37)
∫ USB device
≥This unit does not guarantee connection with all USB devices.
≥This unit does not support USB device charging.
≥FAT12, FAT16, FAT32, and NTFS file systems are supported.
≥This unit supports USB2.0 High Speed.
≥This unit can support an HDD formatted to FAT32 and NTFS.
Some types of HDD may require the use of its external power supply unit.
∫ BD-RE, BD-R
Discs recorded in DR mode using Panasonic Blu-ray Disc recorders may not play back the audio etc., correctly.
≥It may not be possible to play the above media in some cases due to the type of media, the condition of the recording, the recording method, and how the files were created.
≥The producers of the disc can control how discs are played, so you may not always be able to control play as described in these operating instructions. Read the disc’s instructions carefully.
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Control reference guide
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Switch on/off Secondary Video |
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Select radio stations manually (> 31) |
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Exit the menu screen |
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Show HOME menu (> 23) |
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Show Pop-up Menu/Top Menu (> 26) |
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Return to previous screen |
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Start up a video communication (> 32) |
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Select speaker channel (> 44) |
batteries)
Point it at the remote control signal sensor on this unit. (> 10)
Getting started
VQT4Z41 9
Main unit (Front)
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Getting started
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HDMI AV OUT (ARC) terminal (> 16) |
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Speaker terminals (> 15) |
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DIGITAL AUDIO IN terminal (> 16, 17) |
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Cooling fan |
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AUX terminal (> 16) |
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LAN port (> 18) |
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FM radio antenna terminal (> 17) |
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VQT4Z41 11
STEP 1: Positioning
For optimum position
Place the front, centre 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. (> 43)
60°
120°
ACentre 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.
B Front speakers
C Subwoofer
DSurround speakers
≥Place the speakers at the same height or higher than ear level.
≥Keep your speakers at least 10 mm away from the system to avoid noise generated by resonance.
≥Placing speakers too close to floors, walls, and corners can result in excessive bass. Cover walls and windows with thick curtains.
≥For optional wall mount, refer to page 44.
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STEP 2: Preparing the speakers
Assembling the speakers
Front speakers, Surround speakers |
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4 Slide the speaker cable into the groove. |
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The height of the front and surround speakers can be adjusted.
2 Tighten the 2 screws (supplied) securely. |
5 Attach the speaker cable sticker (supplied) |
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and connect the speaker cables to the speakers. (> 14)
Groove
3 Thread the speaker cable through the base stand.
≥ After connecting the speaker cable, press the cable into the groove.
Getting started
≥ To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform assembly on it.
VQT4Z41 13
Connecting the speaker cables
Attach the speaker cable sticker (supplied) and connect the speaker cables to the speakers.
e.g., Centre speaker
r: White s: Blue line
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STEP 3: Connections
Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropriate operating instructions.
Do not connect the AC mains lead until all other connections are complete.
Speaker connection
Connect the speaker cables to the terminals of the same colour.
Getting started
VQT4Z41 15
Connecting to a TV
∫ HDMI
≥ If you use an optional HDMI cable, use the ARC compatible 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 or less.
≥ Audio will be output through the system’s speakers when “Off” is selected in “HDMI Audio Output”. (> 39)
∫ TV Audio
≥To output TV audio from this unit's speakers, you need to switch the selector. (> 22)
∫ OPTICAL IN
≥After making the digital audio connection, make settings to suit the type of audio from your digital equipment. (> 39)
HDMI cable (supplied)
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Optical digital audio cable*1 (not supplied)
*1 If the HDMI terminal on the TV is labelled “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 theatre system to receive and play audio from the TV through a single 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)
≥ Use an FM outdoor antenna if radio reception is poor.
Getting started
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Connecting to the network
The following services can be used when this unit is connected to broadband.
≥ Firmware can be updated (> 21) |
≥ You can enjoy VIERA Connect (> 32) |
≥ You can enjoy BD-Live (> 26) |
≥ You can access other devices (Home Network) |
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For details about connection method, refer to the instructions supplied with the connected equipment.
Wireless LAN connection
For wireless capability, connect the Wireless LAN Adaptor DY-WL5 (optional). Only DY-WL5 can be used. Read the operating instructions for DY-WL5 thoroughly when using it.
Wireless router, etc.
Internet
≥A wireless LAN connection can be used only in those countries where the wireless function is authorized for use. Use of a wireless LAN connection is prohibited in the regions where DY-WL5 is not sold.
≥For up-to-date compatibility information on your wireless router, refer to http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/
(This site is in English only.)
≥The unit is not compatible with public wireless LAN services provided in airports, stations, cafes, etc.
LAN cable connection
LAN Cable (not supplied)
Broadband router, etc. |
Internet |
≥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.
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STEP 4: Connecting the AC mains lead
Connect only after all other connections are complete.
AC mains lead with a label is for Thailand.
AC mains lead without a label is for areas other than Thailand.
AC mains lead (supplied)
To a household mains socket
≥This unit consumes a small amount of AC power (> 52) even when turned off. For the purpose of power conservation, the unit can be disconnected if you will not be using it for extended period of time.
Getting started
VQT4Z41 19
STEP 5: Settings
Easy Setting
After connecting your new home theatre 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.
≥You can perform this setup anytime by selecting “Easy Setting” in the Setup menu. (> 41)
≥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”.
Select “Wired” or “Wireless” and press [OK].
Easy Network Setting
Select a connection mode.
Current setting : Wired
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."
Wired
Wireless
OK
RETURN
∫ “Wired” connection
Follow the on-screen instructions to apply your connection settings.
∫ “Wireless” connection
Before beginning wireless connection setup
≥Obtain your network name (SSID*1).
≥If your wireless connection is encrypted, please be sure that you know your encryption key.
≥If “Wireless LAN Adaptor is not connected.” is displayed, check that the Wireless LAN Adaptor is fully inserted. Alternatively, disconnect and reconnect it. If there is still no change in the display, consult your dealer for advice.
Select “Search for wireless network” or “WPS (PUSH button)” and press [OK], then follow the on-screen instructions and apply the settings.
Wireless Settings
Select a connection method to wireless access point. Please refer to the operating instructions of your wireless access point about connection methods.
Search for wireless network
WPS (PUSH button)
WPS (PUSH button):
If your wireless router supports e.g., WPS (PUSH button), you can
easily perform the settings by
pressing WPS button on it.
*2
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected SetupTM) is
a standard that facilitates settings relating to the connection and security of wireless LAN devices.
1Press WPS button or corresponding button of the wireless router until the lamp starts
flashing.
≥For details, refer to the operating instruction of the wireless router.
2 Press [OK].
Search for wireless network:
≥When you select “Search for wireless network”, the available wireless networks will be displayed. Select your network name and press [OK].
–If your network name is not displayed, search again by pressing the red button on the remote control.
–Stealth SSID will not be displayed when you select “Search for wireless network”. Enter manually by using “Manual setting”.
Press [HOME]
>select “Others” and press [OK]
>select “Setup” and press [OK]
>select “Network” and press [OK]
>select “Network Settings” and press [OK]
>select “Wireless Settings” and press [OK]
>select “Connection Setting” and press [OK]
>select “Manual setting” and press [OK]
≥If your wireless network is encrypted, Encryption Key input screen will be displayed. Input the encryption key of your network.
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≥Refer to the operating instructions of the hub or router.
≥You can perform this setup anytime by selecting “Easy Network Setting” in the Setup menu. (> 40)
≥You can redo these settings individually using “Network Settings”. (> 40)
≥Do not use this unit to connect to any wireless network for which you do not have usage rights.
During automatic searches in a wireless network environment, wireless networks (SSID) for which you do not have usage rights may be displayed; however, using these networks may be regarded as illegal access.
≥After performing network settings on this unit, the settings (encryption level, etc.) of the wireless router might change. When you have trouble getting online on your PC, perform the network settings on your PC in accordance with the settings of the wireless router.
≥Please be aware that connecting to a network without encryption may result in the content of the communication being illegitimately viewed by a third party, or the leaking of data such as personal or secret information.
*1 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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Please update firmware in Setup.
To update the firmware
Press [HOME]
>select “Others” and press [OK]
>select “Setup” and press [OK]
>select “System” and press [OK]
>select “Firmware Update” and press [OK]
>select “Update Now” and press [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.
The firmware has been updated.
Current Version: x.xx
OK
RETURN
≥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. (> 42,
“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”. (> 42)
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Inserting or removing media
OPEN/CLOSE VOL
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* (For details > 28)
≥When inserting a media item, ensure that it is facing the right way up.
≥When removing the SD card, press the centre 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 only for the following devices:
–Communication Camera
–Wireless LAN Adaptor
Enjoying TV with unit’s speakers
1 Connect the TV and the main unit. (> 16)
2 Press [EXT-IN] several times to select the appropriate external input mode. (> 23)
≥Reduce the volume on the TV to its minimum, and then adjust the volume of the main unit.
Selecting the type of audio
Press [AUDIO] several times to select the audio. (M1, M2)
≥Set “PCM-Fix” (> 39) to “Off”.
≥Only works with Dolby Dual Mono.
≥You cannot change the audio type when the TV is connected to this unit via the AUX terminal.
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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 [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the item and press [OK].
≥If there are any other items, repeat this step.
HOME
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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.
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Network
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≥When the selector is switched, it may take time to play back the selected video and/or audio.
≥To save on electricity, the unit 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.).
Getting started
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Multi User Mode
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 (> 34, 37)
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A The user name and icon currently selected
BPersonalize a new user and switch the users with coloured buttons.
Personalizing a new user
1 Press [HOME].
2 Press a coloured button that indicates new user personalization.
3 Select an item and change the settings according to the indications.
The following items can be set.
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To change the personalized user information
Select “Edit User Information” from Setup menu. (> 42)
Switching the user
There are three ways to switch the user as follows.
∫ Using coloured buttons
Press the coloured buttons in the HOME menu to switch to the user corresponding to the button.
∫Using facial recognition
(Only when connected to Communication
Camera > 32)
This is a function for fun using the Communication Camera and enables user switching by facial recognition. Perform “Create from Photos” (> left) to personalize your facial photo before using this function.
1 Press [OPTION] in the HOME menu, select “Facial Recognition” and press [OK].
2 Turn the face to Communication Camera.
The camera captures your face and determines the closest face from the personalized user photos, and then displays the results.
≥Accuracy of the recognition may be reduced depending on the captured image.
3 Follow the indications on the screen.
≥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”. (> 41)
≥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.)
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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 [∫STOP] when you have finished playback to protect the unit’s motor, your television screen and so on.
≥MKV/Xvid: 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.
≥On BD-Video discs including BD-J, the resume play function does not work.
Pause
Press [;PAUSE].
≥Press [;PAUSE] again or [1PLAY] to restart play.
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.
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 [AUDIO].
You can change the audio channel number or soundtrack language, etc.
Playback Getting started
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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
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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. (> 16)
≥Perform the necessary preparations for the TV.
≥Play back following the instructions displayed on the screen.
≥3D Settings (> 37, 39)
≥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 video might not output the way it is set in “HDMI Video Format” or “24p Output” (> 38).
≥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 the red button 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. (> 18, 20)
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 (> 23), then select “BD-Video Data
Erase” or “Format SD Card” and press [OK].
≥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 (> 41).
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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 the green button.
The following items can be set.
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≥When a music CD, a USB device with recorded music, and an iPod/iPhone are inserted/connected to this unit, iPod/ iPhone has priority to be played back as background music.
Playback
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Using the iPod/iPhone
Compatible iPod/iPhone (as of March 2013)
≥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 theatre system.
iPod touch:
1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th generation
iPod nano:
1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th generation
iPod classic
iPod: 5th generation
iPhone 5 / 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.
To prioritize the operation with the iPhone connected to this unit, make the setting so that 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 Connection
Preparation
≥Turn the main unit off or reduce the volume of the main unit to its minimum.
1 Connect the iPod/iPhone.
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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
Good morning
Ronaldo
Happy days
1:00 -2:30
45 of 1230
≥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.
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VIERA Link “HDAVI
Control™”
What is VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”?
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.
Preparation
1Set “VIERA Link” to “On” (> 42). (The default setting is “On”.)
2 Set the “HDAVI Control” operations on the connected equipment (e.g., TV).
3Turn 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. (> 28)
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 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” (> 42)
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Enjoying TV and STB with 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.
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1 Press [HOME].
2Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Others” and press [OK].
3Press [2, 1] to select “Setup” and press [OK].
4 Press [3, 4] to select “Sound” and press [OK].
5Press [3, 4] to select “TV Audio Input”. and press [OK].
6Press [3, 4] to switch “AUX”, “ARC” or “DIGITAL IN” and press [OK].
≥Select an audio input terminal connected to the unit.
≥ For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.
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 optical 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.
e.g.,
HDMI cable (supplied)
Optical digital audio cable (not supplied)
Set Top Box, etc.
1 Press [EXT-IN] to select “D-IN”.
2Press [STATUS] to select “CABLE/ SATELLITE AUDIO ON”.
Set to “CABLE/SATELLITE AUDIO OFF” when this unit and the STB are not connected by an optical digital audio cable.
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