Panasonic Bluray Disc Home Theater Sound System Sc Bt200 Operating Instructions

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This system features two different iPod playback modes.
The first of these is EXTENDED mode, for playback of music and video contents. With this mode, you can operate the iPod from the main unit. 
The second mode is SIMPLE mode, which can be used for playback of three types of contents – music, photos, and videos. With thi s mode, 
simple operations such as play, stop, and search can be performed on the display of your iPod.
1 Press [iPod] to select  “IPOD ”.The iPod automatically switches to this unit’s display mode.
To switch the menu, press [STATUS] several times.
Music menu
"""""#Video menu
^"iPod menu (iPod LCD)!}≥“MUSIC” or “VIDEOS” is displayed on the main unit.
–When playing back video contents, ensure the video 
connection to the VIDEO OUT terminal on this unit ( >10) 
and switch the TV input to video in.
2 Press [ 3,4 ] to select an item and press [OK].≥Play starts from the selected song or video.
≥ To display the previous or next page
Press [ 2,1]
≥ Press [RETURN] to return to the previous screen.
Clear/display iPod Music or Video menu during playback.
Press [TOP MENU/DIRECT NAVIGATOR].
You can also play music and video using SIMPLE mode.
1 Press [iPod] to select “IPOD”.
2 Press [STATUS] several times to select the iPod 
menu
 (iPod LCD).≥“ALL” is displayed on the main unit.
Proceed operations through the iPod display.
3 Switch the TV input to video in.≥Ensure the video connection to the VIDEO OUT terminal on this 
unit  (> 10).
4 Play a slideshow on your iPod.The picture will be displayed on your TV.
You can also use the remote control to operate iPod 
menu.
≥[3, 4]:  To navigate menu items
≥ [OK]:  To go to the next menu
≥ [RETURN]:To return to the previous menu
The remote control operation may vary between iPod models. While in “Music” or “Video” mode, it is possible to select the following 
playback modes.
*1 For music playback only.
1
Press [START].
2 Press [ 3,4] to select “Menu” and then press 
[OK].
3 Press [ 3,4] to select “Playback Mode” and 
then press [OK].
4 Press [ 3,4] to select an item and press [OK].
5 Press [ 3,4] to select the setting and press 
[OK].
While playing music or video it is possible to use the following buttons 
of the remote control.
≥ Use the controls on the iPod unit during photo playback.
You can select the surround sound effect when you press [SURROUND]  (> 18).
You can select the sound mode when you press [SOUND]  (> 18).
iPod Playback
Enjoy music/video (EXTENDED mode)
≥If the Video menu (EXTENDED mode) is accessed, the 
video shuffle playback mode on the iPod is set to Off 
when the iPod is disconnected from the unit.
Enjoy photos (SIMPLE mode)
Music
iPod
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PlaylistsArtistsAlbumsSongsPodcastsAudiobooks
e.g., music main menu screen
iPod
Ronaldo
2:43
Good morning
45 of 1230
Happy days
Shuffle (Albums)
Repeat (All)
Playback condition
Song
Album
Playing position Playback mode Artist
e.g., music playback screen
NOTE
Other methods of playback
ItemsSelection/playback method
Playback 
Mode Shuffle£
1
≥Off: Cancel
≥ Songs: Play all songs on iPod in random 
order.
≥ Albums: Play all songs on album in random 
order.
Repeat
≥ Off: Cancel
≥ One: Play a single song/video 
repeatedly.
≥ All: Play all songs/videos from 
selected items (e.g., Playlists, 
Albums, etc.) repeatedly.
Playback modes during and after connection.
≥ Music playback modes set on the iPod will be maintained 
when connected to the main unit. Changes made while 
the iPod is connected to the main unit be kept on the iPod 
after disconnecting it.
≥ If the Video menu (EXTENDED mode) is accessed, the 
video shuffle playback mode on the iPod is set to Off 
when the iPod is disconnected from the unit.
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
Basic controls
ButtonsFunctions
[ 1PLAY] Play
[ ∫ STOP] Pause
≥Press [ 1PLAY] to restart play.
≥ Playback start position may not be stored 
in memory in certain cases.
[
;PA U S E ]
[SKIP :, SKIP 9]Skip
(Press and hold) [SEARCH 6, 
SEARCH 5] Search
NOTE
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Enjoying VIERA CASTTM
You can access a selection of Internet services from the Home screen with VIERA CAST, for example YouTube, Picasa Web Albums.
(Current as of February 2009)
≥VIERA CAST requires a broadband Internet connection. Dial-up Internet connections cannot be used.
Firmware updating
Preparation≥ Network connection ( >14)
≥ Network setting ( >33)
1 Press [BD/SD] to select “BD/DVD” or “SD”.
2 Press [VIERA CAST].
≥Message is displayed. Please read these instructions carefully and then 
press [OK] to start VIERA CAST function.
Images are for illustration purposes, 
message may change without notice.
3 Press [ 3,4,2,1 ] to select the item and press [OK].≥You can operate VIERA CAST using the following buttons on the unit’s 
remote control. [ 3,4,2,1], [OK], [RETURN], colored buttons and 
numbered buttons.
≥ To access more features on YouTube or Picasa Web Albums site, enter 
your user ID and password that you have previously set up with these sites 
through the Internet on your PC. However, not all features may be 
accessible through VIERA CAST.
VIERA CAST Home screen;
Images are for illustration 
purpose, contents may change 
without notice
.Regarding “Settings”
Set VIERA CAST Home screen.
≥My Account: You can remove your account from the unit.
≥ Lock: Password can be used to lock YouTube and Picasa Web Albums.
≥ Notices
≥Depending on the usage conditions, it may take 
a while to read all the data.
≥ The connection to the Internet may take time or 
the Internet may not be connected depending 
on the connection environment.
≥ The unit is connected to the Internet when 
VIERA CAST is used, generating 
communication charges.
≥VIERA CASTTM home screen is subject to 
change without notice.
≥ The services through VIERA CAST
TM 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 and may be presented in specific 
languages.
≥Set the “Network Lock” to “On” to restrict using 
VIERA CAST. ( >40)
≥ Set the “Audio Auto Gain Control” to “Off” when 
the audio is warped while using the VIERA 
CAST. ( >40)
≥ When the display of the contents is truncated, 
set the “Reduce to Screen Size” to “On”. ( >40)
≥ Set the “On-screen Language”, to switch the 
language for Home screen. ( >38)
≥ Set the “Time Zone” or “DST” when the wrong 
time is displayed on the screen. ( >40)
To return to VIERA CAST Home screen
Press [VIERA CAST].
To exit from VIERA CAST
Press [START] or [TOP MENU/DIRECT 
NAVIGATOR], then press [RETURN] to cancel 
the menu.
Welcome to Network Service
Your Panasonic Network Service allows you to access web-based content on \
your Player/Recorder. Some  web content may be inappropriate for some viewers. You may disable the Network Service feature by  following the instructions found in your Operating Instructions. 
Some web content may only be available from within select countries and \
may be presented in languages  different than the one selected in your On-screen Language settings menu.
It's recommanded your player/recorder is connected to Full HD display wi\
th HDMI. The display of the  contents may be truncated, depending on your TV. You may reduce to screen size by following the  instructions found in your Operating Instructions.
ENTERDon’t show this message again
Settings
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Web AlbumsTMAfter you access YouTube or Picasa Web 
Albums from the VIERA CAST Home 
screen and add your favorite videos or 
albums to VIERA CAST, you can choose 
them easily from the Home screen.
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When this unit remains connected to the Internet, it will automatically check for the 
latest firmware version when it is turned on.
When latest firmware version is available, the following screen is displayed.
Select “Yes” or “No”.
≥If “Yes” is selected, then follow the on-screen instructions.
≥ If “No” is selected, then manually update the firmware later. ( Bright)
After the latest firmware is downloaded, the system will be restarted and the 
firmware will be updated.
When the system is restarted, the screen display disappears 
and “START” is displayed on the unit’s display.
After the firmware is updated and the system is restarted, the 
following screen indicates that the firmware update has been completed.
≥ During the update process, no other operations can be performed. Serious 
damage may occur if you turn off the unit and/or press any buttons.≥Downloading will require several minutes. It 
may take longer or the Internet may not be 
connected depending on the connection 
environment. It is required that you use a 
broadband connection.
≥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.net/support/
(This site is in English only.)
≥ When the unit is connected to the Internet, 
communication charges may be generated.
≥ If you do not want to check for the latest 
firmware version when the unit is turned on, set 
“Automatic Update Check” to “Off”. ( >40)
Manually updating the firmware
If the firmware update is not carried out when the 
unit is turned on, a message is displayed when 
displaying the START menu.
1) Press [SETUP].
2) Press [3,4] to select “Others” and press [OK].3) Press [ 3,4] to select “Firmware Update” and 
press [OK].
4) Press [ 3,4] to select “Update Now” and 
press [OK].
5) Press [ 2,1] to select “Yes” and press [OK].
Firmware Update
Ye s No
The latest firmware is available.
  Latest Online Version: x.x
  Current Installed Version: x.x 
Do you want to start firmware update?
For the update information, please visit the
following website:
http://panasonic.net/support/
The firmware has been updated.
Current Installed Version: x.x
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The latest firmware is available.
Please update firmware in Setup.
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Network settings
These settings are used if you will connect this unit to the Internet.
≥The connection to the Internet may take time or the Internet may not be connected depending on the connection environment. ( >40)
It is required that you use a broadband connection.
Preparation≥ Connect to a broadband network. ( >14)
Testing of “IP Address/DNS Settings”
Always test the connection when a LAN cable is connected.
1 Press [BD/SD] to select “BD/DVD” or “SD”.
2 Press [SETUP].
3 Press [ 3,4] to select “Network” and press 
[OK].
4 Press [ 3,4] to select “IP Address/DNS 
Settings” and press [OK].
5 Press [ 3,4] to select “Connection Test” and 
press [OK].
“Testing...”:The test is in progress.
“Pass”: The connection is completed. Press [RETURN] to exit.
“Fail”: Please check the connection and settings.
≥ Perform the “Connection Test” also when any change was 
made to the “IP Address/DNS Settings”.
≥If the connection test fails, it may be necessary to set the MAC 
address of this unit at the router side. The MAC address can be 
displayed by pressing [SETUP] and selecting “Network”.
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IP Address/DNS  Settings
Connection Test
On On
On On
On OnIP Address Auto Configuration ( DHCP )
DNS Auto Configuration ( DHCP )
IP Address
Subnet Mask
Default Gateway
Primary DNS
Secondary DNS
Auto Detect Connection Speed
Connection Speed Setting
NOTE
RETURN
NetworkIP Address/DNS  Settings
Proxy Server Settings
Network Service
MAC Address:  xx-xx-xx-xx-xx-xx
OK
Setting the IP address
In most cases, default settings can normally be used without 
making any changes.
Set the IP address only when the router has no DHCP server 
functions or when the router’s DHCP server function is 
disabled.
After performing steps 1 to 4  (D left)
5 Press [ 3,4 ] to select “IP Address Auto 
Configuration ( DHCP )” and press [ 2,1 ] to 
select “Off”.
6 Press [ 3,4 ] to select “IP Address”, “Subnet 
Mask” or “Default Gateway” and press [OK].
7 Enter numbers with the numbered buttons and 
press [OK].
≥After checking the specifications for your broadband router, 
enter each number.
If the number is unknown, then check the number of other 
devices such as personal computers connected via a LAN 
cable. Assign a different number from those of other devices 
for the “IP Address” and the same number for others.
≥ If a wrong number is entered, then press [CANCEL].
8 Press [ 2,1 ] to select “Yes” and press [OK].
≥The numeric input range is between 0 and 255.
Setting the DNS-IP
In most cases, default settings can normally be used without 
making any changes.
When setting an assigned DNS server from your Internet 
service provider, perform the following settings.
After performing steps 1 to 4  (D left)
5 Press [ 3,4 ] to select “DNS Auto 
Configuration ( DHCP )” and press [ 2,1 ] to 
select “Off”.
6 Press [ 3,4 ] to select “Primary DNS” or 
“Secondary DNS”and press [OK].
7 Enter numbers with the numbered buttons and 
press [OK].
≥Follow the instructions given by your Internet service provider 
and enter the numbers.
If the number is unknown, then check the number of other 
devices such as personal computers connected via a LAN 
cable and assign the same number.
≥ If a wrong number is entered, then press [CANCEL].
8 Press [ 2,1 ] to select “Yes” and press [OK].
≥The numeric input range is between 0 and 255.
NOTE
192. ..1
Primary DNS
Please input Primary DNS and press
[OK]. Press [CANCEL] to delete the selected 
character. To clear this setting, delete all 
characters and press [OK].
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Network settings 
Setting the connection speed
When the connection test results in “Fail” after the IP and DNS-IP 
addresses are assigned, perform the following settings.
After performing steps 1 to 4 (>33)
5 Press [ 3,4] to select “Auto Detect 
Connection Speed” and press [ 2,1 ] to select 
“Off”.
6 Press [ 3,4] to select “Connection Speed 
Setting” and press [ 2,1] to select a 
connection speed.
≥ Select a connection speed in accordance with the environment of 
the network connected.
≥ When the settings are changed, the network connection may be 
disabled depending on the device.
Testing of “Proxy Server Settings”
Always test the connection when new “Proxy Server Settings” have 
been made.
1 Press [BD/SD] to select “BD/DVD” or “SD”.
2 Press [SETUP].
3 Press [ 3,4] to select “Network” and press 
[OK].
4 Press [ 3,4] to select “Proxy Server Settings” 
and press [OK].
5 Press [ 3,4] to select “Connection Test” and 
press [OK].
“Testing...”:The test is in progress.
“Pass”: The connection is completed. Press [RETURN] to exit.
“Fail”: Please check the connection and settings.
RETURN
Proxy Server SettingsReset to factory presetProxy AddressProxy Port Number
OK
0Connection Test
Setting the proxy server
In most cases, default settings can normally be used without 
making any changes.
Please use this setting when instructed to by your Internet 
service provider.
After performing steps  1 to 4 (D left)
5 Press [ 3,4 ] to select “Proxy Address” and 
press [OK].
≥ The text entry screen is displayed.
Text field : shows the text you have entered
6Press [ 3,4 ,2 ,1 ] to select a character and 
press [OK].
Repeat this step to enter other characters.
≥ Press [ ;PAUSE] to delete.
7Press [ ∫STOP] when you complete the entry.
8 Press [ 3,4 ] to select “Proxy Port Number” 
and press [OK].
9 Enter numbers with the numbered buttons and 
press [OK].
: Press [ 2,1 ] to select “Yes” and press [OK].
≥The specified ports may be blocked and not be able to be 
used depending on the network environment.
In order to restore the default settings
After performing steps  1 to 4 (D left)
1) Press [ 3,4] to select “Reset to factory preset” and 
press [OK].
2) Press [ 2,1] to select “Yes” and press [OK].
Using the numbered buttons to enter characters
e.g., entering the letter “F”
1) Press [3] to move to the 3rd row.
2) Press [3] twice to highlight “F”.
3) Press [OK].
_Proxy Address
Space
FinishDelete
OK
RETURN
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Proxy Port Number
Please input Proxy Server Port Number and 
press [OK]. Press [CANCEL] to delete the 
selected
DIBSBDUFS. The number will be set to 
"0" if all characters are deleted and [OK] is 
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Changing settings with the on-screen menu
On-screen menu operations
1Press [BD/SD] to select 
“BD/DVD” or “SD”.
2 Press [DISPLAY].
3 Press [ 3,4 ] to select 
the menu and press [ 1].
4 Press [ 3,4 ] to select 
the item and press [ 1].
5 Press [ 3,4 ] to select 
the setting.≥ Depending on the condition of the 
unit (playing, stopped, etc.) and 
media contents, there may be some 
items that you cannot select or 
change.
≥Some items can be changed by 
pressing [OK].
To exit the on-screen menu
Press [DISPLAY].
VideoAudio
PlaySignal Type
Subtitle
Subtitle Style
OffMain
-Angle-
1ENG
Disc
Menus Items Settings
e.g., 
[BD-V]
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What you can change with the on-screen menu
MenusItemsSettings and details
DiscSignal Type [BD-V]
≥Primary Video
Video: The video recording method appears. ( Dbelow, Video attribute)
Soundtrack: Select the type of audio or language. ( Dbelow, Language, Audio attribute)
≥ Secondary Video
Video: Select on/off of images.
The video recording method appears. ( Dbelow, Video attribute)
Soundtrack: Select on/off of audio and the language. ( Dbelow, Language, Audio attribute)
Video [AVCHD]
The video recording method appears. ( Dbelow, Video attribute)
Soundtrack [AVCHD] [DVD-V]
Select the type of audio or language. ( Dbelow, Language, Audio attribute)
[DVD-VR] [MPEG2]
The audio attributes appear. ( Dbelow, Audio attribute)
Subtitle [BD-V] [AVCHD] [DVD-V]
Turn the subtitle on/off and select the language. ( Dbelow, Language)
[DVD-VR]  (Only discs that contain subtitle on/off information)
Turn the subtitle on/off.
Subtitle Style [BD-V]
Select the subtitle style.
Audio channel [DVD-VR] [MPEG2]
(>20, Changing audio during play)
Angle [BD-V] [DVD-V]
Select the number of the angle.
Some items may be changed only on the disc specific menu. ( >19)
Language
ENG: English
FRA: French
DEU: German
ITA: Italian
ESP: Spanish
NLD: Dutch SVE: Swedish
NOR: Norwegian
DAN: Danish
POR: Portuguese
RUS: Russian
JPN: Japanese CHI: Chinese
KOR: Korean
MAL: Malay
VIE: Vietnamese
THA: Thai
POL: PolishCES: Czech
SLK: Slovak
HUN: Hungarian
FIN: Finnish
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Audio attribute
LPCM/ Digital/ Digital+/
TrueHD/DTS/DTS 96
/DTS-HD HI 
RES/DTS-HD MSTR/MPEG Signal type
ch (channel) Number of channels
k (kHz) Sampling frequency
b (bit) Number of bits
bps (bit per second) Transfer rate of bit
Video attribute
MPEG-2/MPEG4 AVC/VC-1 Video recording method
480/576/720/1080 Video Format
24p/50i/60i/50p/60p Video Frame rate
YCbCr4:2:2/YCbCr4:4:4/RGB Color Space
bps (bit per second) Transfer rate of bit
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Changing settings with the on-screen menu 
To select these settings, perform steps 1 to 5 (> 35)
MenusItemsSettings and details
PlayRepeat Play (Only when the elapsed time is being displayed on the unit’s display.)Selects the item which you want to repeat. The items displayed differ depending on the type of disc.
≥All tracks All tracks
≥ Chapter Chapter
≥ Playlists Playlist
≥ Title Title
≥ One track Track
≥ Off
Select “Off” to cancel.
Random [CD] [MP3]
While playing, press [3,4] to select “On”.
Random playback starts from the next track.
≥ On ≥Off
Playback Information 
Window [BD-V] [DVD-V]
Displays audio/video attribute information of disc ( ), settings status of “Digital Audio Output” 
(>
38) ( ) and HDMI output information ( ). ( >35, Audio attribute, Video attribute)
– Depending on the disc, display method may be different.
– The audio attribute information will be displayed following the “Digital Audio Output” settings.  (> 38)
Press [RETURN] to exit.
VideoPicture [BD-V] [AVCHD] [DVD-VR] [DVD-V] [MPEG2]
Select the picture quality mode during play.
≥Normal: Default setting
≥ Cinema: Mellows movies, enhances detail in dark scenes.
≥ Fine: Details are sharper
≥ Soft:  Soft picture with smoother video
Progressive Select the method of conversion for progressive output to suit the type of material being played. 
(>54, Film and video)
≥ Auto : Automatically detects the film and video content, and appropriately converts it.
≥ Vi deo : Select when using “Auto” and the content is distorted.
24p  [DVD-V] ≥On ≥Off
Only when you have selected “On” in “24p Output” ( >39).
AudioSound Effects*1, 2≥Off
Re-master *3
This feature gives you a more natural sound by adding higher frequency signals not recorded 
on the track.
≥Re-master 1: When playing LPCM sound (Type of music): High tempo (e.g., pop and rock)
Other types of sound (Effect level): Light
≥ Re-master 2: When playing LPCM sound (Type of music): Various tempos (e.g., jazz)
Other types of sound (Effect level): Medium
≥ Re-master 3: When playing LPCM sound (Type of music): Low tempo (e.g., classical)
Other types of sound (Effect level): Strong
Dialog Enhancer *
1[BD-V] [AVCHD] [DVD-VR] [DVD-V]  [MPEG2]  (3 channels or more only, including a center channel)
The volume of the center channel is raised to make dialog easier to hear.
≥ On ≥Off
High Clarity Sound
When the analog video terminal is not being used, the electrical current that flows through the analog 
video circuit can be stopped. This prevents adverse effects on the audio signals and produces 
clearer sound.
Use this when outputting image via HDMI AV OUT terminal. Analog image will not be output via 
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal or VIDEO OUT terminal.
≥ On ≥Off
Only when you have selected “Enable” in “High Clarity Sound” ( >38)
*1 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”. ( >38)
*2 Not every function can be set individually.
*3 This function has no effect when the type of audio is Dolby Pro Logic II.
*&/+
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Changing the unit’s settings
Change the unit’s settings if necessary. The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby.
Underlined items are the factory presets.
Setup menu operations
1Press [BD/SD] to select “BD/
DVD” or “SD”.
2
While stopped
Press [SETUP].
3 Press [ 3,4 ] to select the 
menu and press [OK].
4 Press [ 3,4 ] to select the 
item and press [OK].
If there are any other items, repeat 
these steps.
5 Press [ 3,4 ,2 ,1 ] to select the option and press [OK].
≥There may be differences in operation methods. 
If this happens, follow the on-screen 
instructions for the operation.
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
To exit the screen
Press [SETUP].
RETURN
SetupDiscVideoAudioDisplayTV / Device ConnectionNetworkOthers
OK
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Summary of settings
“Disc”
DVD-Video Ratings
Set a ratings level to 
limit DVD-Video play.
Follow the on-screen instructions. Enter a 
4-digit password with the numbered buttons 
when the password screen is shown. It will be 
the common password for “DVD-Video 
Ratings”, “BD-Video Ratings” and “Network 
Lock”.
≥Do not forget your password. ≥
8 No Limit: All DVD-Video can be played.
≥ 1 to 7: Prohibits play of DVD-Video with corresponding 
ratings recorded on them.
≥ 0 Lock All: Prohibits play of all DVD-Video.
Changing settings (When level 0 to 7 is selected)
≥ Unlock Player ≥Change Password
≥ Change Level ≥Temporary Unlock
BD-Video Ratings
Set an age limit of 
BD-Video play. ≥
No Limit
: All BD-Video can be played.
≥ 0 to 254 year(s): Prohibits play of BD-Video with corresponding 
ratings recorded on them.
Changing settings (When 0 to 254 year(s) is selected)
≥ Unlock Player ≥Change Password
≥ Change Level ≥Temporary Unlock
Audio Language Choose the language for audio, subtitle and 
disc menus.
[BD-V] [DVD-V]
≥Some discs start in a certain language 
despite any changes you make here.
≥ When the selected language is not available 
on the disc, the default language is played. 
There are discs where you can only switch 
the language from the menu screen. ( >19)
≥ Enter a code ( >53) with the numbered 
buttons when you select “Other ¢¢¢¢”. ≥
English
≥French ≥Spa ni sh
≥ Original: The original language of each disc will be 
selected.
≥ Other  ¢¢¢¢
Subtitle 
Language ≥
Automatic
:
If the language selected for “Audio Language” is not available, 
subtitles of that language will automatically appear if available on 
that disc.
≥ English ≥French≥Spa ni sh ≥Other ¢¢¢¢
Menu Language ≥English
≥French ≥Spa ni sh ≥Other ¢¢¢¢
BD-Live Internet Access  [BD-V] (> 22)
You can restrict Internet access when BD-Live functions are used. ≥
Allow ( ALL ): Internet access is permitted for all BD-Live 
contents.
≥ Allow ( Limited )
: Internet access is permitted only for BD-Live 
contents which have content owner certificates.
Internet access is prohibited for all BD-Live 
contents without a certificate.
≥ Prohibit: Internet access is prohibited for all BD-Live 
contents.
“Video”
Still Mode ( paused video )  [BD-V] [AVCHD] [DVD-V]
Select the type of picture shown when you pause playback. 
(> 54, Frames and fields) ≥
Auto≥Field: Select if jittering occurs when “Auto” is selected. 
(The picture is coarser.)
≥ Frame: Select if small text or fine patterns cannot be seen 
clearly when “Auto” is selected. (The picture is 
clearer and finer.)
Seamless Play  [DVD-VR]
Select the play mode between playlist chapter segments and partially 
deleted titles. ≥
On
: The chapters in playlists are played seamlessly. 
This does not work while searching or when there 
are several audio types included on the playlist. 
Additionally, the positioning of chapter segments 
may change slightly.
≥ Off: The points where chapters in playlists change are 
played accurately, but the picture may freeze for 
a moment.
Black Level Control
Select lighter or darker for adjusting the black level control to the 
desired setting for picture enhancement. ≥
Lighter
: When video is output from VIDEO OUT terminal.
≥ Darker: When video is output from COMPONENT VIDEO 
OUT terminal.
Advanced operations
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Changing the unit’s settings 
To select these settings, perform steps 1 to 5 (> 37)
“Audio”
Dynamic Range Compression  [BD-V] [AVCHD] [DVD-V]
(Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby TrueHD only)
Change the dynamic range ( >54) for late night viewing. ≥
On ≥Off≥Auto: Effective only when Dolby TrueHD is played.
Digital Audio Output
≥ Press [OK] to show the following settings.
Dolby D/Dolby D +/
Dolby TrueHD
Select whether Dolby Digital, Dolby 
Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS Digital 
Surround, DTS-HD High Resolution 
Audio or DTS-HD Master Audio is 
output in “Bitstream” or “PCM” format.
≥Not making the proper settings 
may result in noise.
≥If the unit is connected with the 
HDMI AV OUT terminal, the 
specifications of the connected 
equipment take preference over 
this unit and audio selected in these 
items may not be output (e.g., when 
a TV is connected, the HDMI audio 
output of this unit is limited to 
down-mixed 2ch).
≥Bitstream: Select “Bitstream” when the connected equipment can 
decode the respective audio format.
– Connect equipment supporting HDMI (High Bit rate 
Audio) and use a High Speed HDMI Cable in order to 
output high bit rate audio such as Dolby Digital Plus, 
Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio or 
DTS-HD Master Audio.
≥ PCM: Select “PCM” when the connected equipment cannot 
decode the respective audio format.
Refer to the operating instructions for connected devices to verify whether 
or not they can decode each of the audio formats.
DTS/DTS-HD
BD-Video Secondary Audio 
[BD-V]
Turn on/off the clicking sound on the menu and audio with 
secondary video in picture-in-picture mode. ( >22)
≥On: The primary audio and secondary audio are mixed and 
output. The sampling frequency is converted to 48 kHz.
≥ Off: The clicking sound on the menu and secondary audio 
are not output.
PCM Down Conversion
Select how to output audio with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz 
or more.
≥ Signals are converted to 48 kHz despite the settings across in 
the following cases:
– when the signals have a sampling frequency of over 192 kHz
– when the disc has copy protection
– when “BD-Video Secondary Audio” is set to “On” ≥
On: Signals are converted to 48 kHz. (Choose when the 
connected equipment cannot process signals with 
sampling frequency of 96 kHz.)
≥ Off
: Signals are output as 96 kHz. (Choose when the 
connected equipment can process signals with 
sampling frequency of 96 kHz.)
Downmix
Switch the downmix system for playing back multi-channel 
surround sound.
≥When “Dolby D/Dolby D +/Dolby TrueHD” or “DTS/DTS-HD” is set 
to “Bitstream”, there are no downmix effects for the outputted audio.
≥ The audio will be outputted in “Stereo” in the following cases.
– AVCHD playback
– Playback of clicking sound on the menu and audio with 
secondary video in picture-in-picture mode ≥
Stereo
: When connected to equipment that does not support 
the virtual surround function.
≥ Surround encoded:
When connected to equipment that support the 
conversion from 2 channels to multi channel surround.
High Clarity Sound
When the analog video terminal is not being used, the electrical 
current that flows through the analog video circuit can be 
stopped. This prevents adverse effects on the audio signals and 
produces clearer sound.
≥ This works only when “BD/DVD” or “SD” is selected as the 
source.
≥ Set to “Enable” and then set “High Clarity Sound” in the 
on-screen menu to “On”. ( >36)
≥ Use this when outputting image via HDMI AV OUT terminal. 
Analog image will not be output via COMPONENT VIDEO OUT 
terminal or VIDEO OUT terminal. ≥
Enable ≥Disable
Speaker Refer to page 41
“Display”
Status Messages
Choose whether to show status messages automatically. ≥
Automatic≥Off
On-screen Language
Choose the language for these menus and on-screen messages. ≥
English
≥Français ≥Español
Screen Saver Function
This is to prevent burn-in on the screen.
≥ When this is set to “On”, the masked-off area on the screen 
becomes gray.
[Only when connecting with an HDMI cable or a component 
video cable and “HDMI Resolution” ( >39) is set to any other 
mode than “480p”, or “Component Video Resolution” ( >39) is 
set to “720p” or “1080i”] ≥
On
:
If there is no operation for 5 minutes or more, the displayed screen 
switches to the other states automatically.
– When the Direct Navigator or START menu is displayed, the display returns to the screen saver mode.
– When CD or MP3 is played, the display returns to the screen saver  mode. (Playback continues.)
– When still pictures are shown (except for slideshow), the display returns 
to the Direct Navigator screen.
≥ Off:
FL Display
Changes the brightness of the unit’s display.
– The brightness of the volume indicator ( >6) is also changed. ≥
Bright
≥Dim: The display is dimmed.
≥ Auto: The display is dimmed, but brightens when you 
perform some operations.
License Information about the software used by this unit is displayed.
Advanced operations
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*1 This function has no effect when S.SURROUND is selected during AUX (TV) playback.
*2 In this unit, a P4HD (>55) video processor is used to provide video of optimal resolution to the connected TV.
“TV / Device Connection”
TV Aspect
Set to match the type of TV connected. When connected to a 16:9 widescreen TV:
≥
16:9:  Video recorded for 4:3 aspect screen is displayed as a 4:3 
ratio image in the center of the screen.
When connected to a 4:3 aspect TV:
≥ 4:3: Video recorded for a widescreen is played as Pan & Scan 
(unless prohibited by the producer of the disc). When playing 
BD-Video, video is output as “4:3 Letterbox”.
≥ 4:3 Letterbox:  Video recorded for a widescreen is played in the letterbox 
style.
Time Delay*
1
When connected with a Plasma display, adjust if you notice 
the audio is out of sync with the video. ≥
Auto≥0ms ≥20ms ≥40ms ≥60ms ≥80ms ≥100ms ≥120ms ≥140ms
When using VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” with “HDAVI Control 3” (or later) 
compatible TV ( >28), select “Auto”. Audio and video will automatically be set in 
sync. 
– This works only when “BD/DVD”, “SD”, “AUX (TV)”, “D-IN 1” (DIGITAL IN 1  (TV)) or “D-IN 2” (DIGITAL IN 2 (CABLE/SAT)) is selected as the source. ( >29)
HDMI Connection
≥ Press [OK] to show the following settings.
HDMI Video Mode
Select “On” when video is output from HDMI AV OUT 
terminal. ≥
On
: Images are output from the HDMI AV OUT terminal in the 
resolution set in “HDMI Resolution”. Video from 
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal is output as “480i”.
≥ Off Images are output in the resolution set in “Component Video 
Resolution”.
HDMI Resolution*
2
The items supported by the connected devices are 
indicated on the screen as “ ¢”. When any item without 
“¢ ” is selected, the images may be distorted. ≥
Auto: Automatically selects the output resolution best suited to the 
connected TV (1080p, 1080i, 720p or 480p).
≥ 480p ≥720p
≥ 1080i ≥1080p
– When outputting 1080p signal, we recommend using High Speed HDMI Cables 
that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover) and are less than 5.0 meters 
to prevent video distortion etc.
– To enjoy high definition video up-converted to 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, it must also be 1080p 
compatible.
24p Output  [BD-V] [DVD-V]
When this unit is connected to a TV supporting 1080/24p 
output via an HDMI cable, this unit displays each frame 
at 1/24 second intervals – the same interval originally 
shot with the film camera.
≥ When playing DVD-Video, set to “On” and then set 
“24p” in “Video” ( >36) to “On” ≥
On: Images in 24p are output in 24p as they are.
However,
– when video is being output at 24 frames, images from any 
other terminal than the HDMI AV OUT terminal may not be 
output properly.
– [BD-V]  : when images other than 24p are played, images are 
output at 60p.
≥ Off
:
HDMI RGB Output Range
Effective when connected to a device that only supports 
RGB output. ≥
Standard
: The video is output as it is.
≥ Enhanced: When the black and white contrast of a video is low, the 
signal is enhanced to reproduce clear video.
HDMI Audio Output
This setting selects whether or not to output audio from 
HDMI. ≥
On: To output audio through the TV’s speakers or other devices.
≥ Off
: To output audio through system speakers. (The audio is 
output using the settings of the main unit.)
VIERA Link
Set to use “HDAVI Control” function when connected 
with an HDMI cable to a device that supports “HDAVI 
Control”. ≥
On
:
≥ Off: Select 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 ( > 29). (This works 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 the TV is turned off, this unit will turn off except during 
the following conditions:
– audio playback ( [CD] [MP3] )
– iPod mode
–radio mode
– “AUX” or “D-IN1” (DIGITAL IN 1) mode (non-selected TV  audio setting for VIERA Link)
– “D-IN2” (DIGITAL IN 2) mode (non-selected TV audio 
setting for CABLE/SAT)
Component Video Resolution*
2
This sets the video output resolution when using 
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals. ≥
480i≥480p ≥720p ≥1080i
Even if you select “720p” or “1080i”, the video output resolution is restricted to 
“480p” when images of DVD-Video discs are output from the COMPONENT 
VIDEO OUT terminals.
Advanced operations
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Changing the unit’s settings 
To select these settings, perform steps 1 to 5 (> 37)
“Network”
IP Address/DNS Settings ( >33)
≥ Press [OK] to show the following settings.
Connection Test — — — —
IP Address Auto Configuration ( DHCP ) ≥On
≥Off
IP Address — — —. — — —. — — —. — — —
Subnet Mask — — —. — — —. — — —. — — —
Default Gateway — — —. — — —. — — —. — — —
DNS Auto Configuration ( DHCP ) ≥On
≥Off
Primary DNS — — —. — — —. — — —. — — —
Secondary DNS — — —. — — —. — — —. — — —
Auto Detect Connection Speed ≥On
≥Off
Connection Speed Setting
This is enabled only when “Auto Detect Connection Speed” is 
turned “Off”. ≥
10BASE Half Duplex
≥10BASE Full Duplex
≥ 100BASE Half Duplex ≥100BASE Full Duplex
Proxy Server Settings ( >34)
≥ Press [OK] to show the following settings.
Reset to factory preset ≥Ye s ≥No
Proxy Address (The initial setting is blank.)
Proxy Port Number (The initial setting is “0”.)
Connection Test — — — —
Network Service (VIERA CAST) ( >32)
≥ Press [OK] to show the following settings.
Network Lock
You can restrict using VIERA CAST.
Follow the on-screen instructions. Enter a 4-digit password with 
the numbered buttons when the password screen is shown. It 
will be the common password for “DVD-Video Ratings”, 
“BD-Video Ratings” and “Network Lock”.
≥Do not forget your password. ≥
On ≥Off
Changing settings (When “On” is selected)
≥ Change Password
Audio Auto Gain Control
Volume that is different depending on the contents is adjusted 
automatically to the standard volume while using the VIERA 
CAST.
≥ Depending on contents, this function effect will not work.
≥ Select “Off” when the audio is warped.
≥This function has no effect when Dolby PL II is activated. (>18)
≥On≥Off
Reduce to Screen Size
The screen is displayed reduced so the displayed screen of the 
VIERA CAST does not get truncated. ≥
On ≥Off
Time Zone
By selecting the time zone, it is possible to set the unit’s time to 
match your location.
≥ Some VIERA CAST contents require the time zone to be set. 
Set the time zone if necessary. ≥
GMT  s12 to r 12
(The initial setting is “ s5”.)
GMT  s5 
l EST (Eastern Standard Time)
GMT  s6 l  CST (Central Standard Time)
GMT  s7 
l MST (Mountain Standard Time)
GMT  s8 l  PST (Pacific Standard Time)
GMT  s9 l  AKST (Alaska Standard Time)
GMT  s10  l HST (Hawaii Standard Time)
DST
Select “On” when using Daylight Saving time. ≥
On ≥Off
MAC Address ( >33)
Displays the “MAC Address” of this unit.
“Others”
Off Timer
Select how long the unit remains on when it is not being used.
≥ Effective only when “BD/DVD” or “SD” is selected as source. ≥
2 Hours ≥6 Hours≥Off
Remote Control Code ( >50) ≥Set Code 1
≥Set Code 2
Restore Default Settings
This returns all values in the Setup menu and the on-screen 
menu, except for “Remote Control Code”, “On-screen Language”, 
“IP Address/DNS Settings”, “Proxy Server Settings”, “Network 
Service”, “DVD-Video Ratings” and “BD-Video Ratings” to the 
default settings. ≥
Ye s ≥No
Firmware Update ( >32)
≥ Press [OK] to show the following settings.
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 
you can update it if necessary. ≥
On
≥Off
Update Now
You can update the firmware manually. ≥
Ye s ≥No
Advanced operations
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