Panasonic Bluray Disc Home Theater Sound System Sc Btt268 Owners Manual

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Movie Sound Effect
Select the sound effect of the movie.
≥Cinema Surround Plus:
The function creates the sound of virtual speakers to 
enhance the realistic surround feeling as if the sound comes 
from all directions.
Music Sound Effects*1, *2
Select the sound effect of the music.
≥Digital Tube Sound:
This feature gives you warm  sound, like that produced by a 
vacuum tube amplifier.
≥ Re-master:
This feature gives you bright er sound by increasing the high 
frequency portion of the audio. (Discs recorded at 48 kHz or 
less)
Recommended settings:
High Clarity Sound
When connected to TV via the HDMI AV OUT terminal for 
outputting image, it produces clearer sound.
≥ Only when you have selected “Enable” in “High Clarity 
Sound” ( >32).
Setup menu
Change the unit’s settings if necessary. The settings remain 
intact even if you switch the unit to standby.
1Press [HOME].
2Press [ 3,4,2, 1] to select “Others” and 
press [OK].
3Press [OK] to select “Setup”.
4Press [ 3,4] to select the menu and press 
[OK].
5Press [ 3,4] to select the item and press 
[OK].
If there are any other it ems, repeat these steps.
6Press [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.
DVD-Video Ratings
Set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play.
≥Follow the on-screen instructions. Enter the 4-digit password 
with the number buttons when the password screen is 
shown.
BD-Video Ratings
Set an age limit of BD-Video play.
≥Follow the on-screen instructions. Enter the 4-digit password 
with the number buttons when the password screen is 
shown.
3D BD-Video Playback
Select the playback method of 3D compatible video software.
Audio Language
Choose the language for audio.
≥If “Original” is selected, the original language of each disc 
will be selected.
≥ Enter a code ( >40) with the number buttons when you 
select “Other  ¢¢¢¢”.
Audio
Re-master 1 Pop and rock
Re-master 2Jazz
Re-master 3Classical
*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”. ( >32)
*2 This function has no effect when the type of audio is Dolby Pro Logic II.About the password
The following items use the same password.
Don’t forget your password.
≥ “DVD-Video Ratings”
≥ “BD-Video Ratings”
≥ “Lock” ( >34)
Disc
RETURN
SetupDiscVideoAudioDisplayTV / Device ConnectionNetworkOthers
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Subtitle Language
Choose the language for the subtitle.
≥If “Automatic” 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 ( >40) with the number buttons when you 
select “Other  ¢¢¢¢”.
Menu Language
Choose the language for the disc menus.
≥Enter a code ( >40) with the number buttons when you 
select “Other  ¢¢¢¢”.
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.
Still Mode (paused video)
Select the type of picture  shown when you pause playback.
Seamless Play
The chapter segments in playlists are played seamlessly.
≥Select “On”, when the picture freezes for a moment at the 
chapters segment in playlists.
Black Level Control
Select lighter or darker for adjusting the black level control to 
the desired setting for picture enhancement.
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 Output
Press [OK] to show the following settings:
Dolby D/Dolby D +/Dolby TrueHD
DTS/DTS-HD
Select the audio signal to output
.≥Select “PCM”, when the connected equipment cannot 
decode the respective audio format. 
≥ Not making the proper settings may result in noise.
BD-Video Secondary Audio
Select whether to mix or not mix the primary audio and
secondary audio (including the button click sound). ( >21)
≥ If “Off” is selected, the unit outputs the primary audio 
only.
Digital Audio Input
Press [OK] to show the following settings:
PCM-FIX
Select the following audio signal to input.
jARC
j DIGITAL IN
≥ “On”: PCM is available.
≥ “Off”: DTS, PCM and Dolby Digital are available.
Select “On” if the sound is cut off intermittently.
Downmix
Select the downmix system to enjoy multi-channel or 
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).
High Clarity Sound
When connected to TV via the HDMI AV OUT terminal for 
outputting image, it produces clearer sound.
≥ Set to “Enable” and then set “High Clarity Sound” on the 
Playback menu to “On”. ( >31)
Audio Delay
Mis-sync between the video and audio is corrected by delaying 
the audio output.
Speaker
Refer to page 35
Status Messages
Choose whether to show status messages automatically.
On-screen Language
Choose the language for menus and on-screen messages.
Screen Saver Function
This is to prevent burn-in on the screen.
≥When this is set to “On”:
If there is no operation for 5 minutes or more, DIRECT 
NAVIGATOR screen switches to HOME menu automatically.
≥ While playing and pausing, etc., this function is not available.
≥ While playing music (CD-DA or MP3), after about 5 minutes 
DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen switches to a blank screen 
with “Screen Saver” message.
Front Panel Display
Changes the brightness of the unit’s display.
≥If “Auto” is selected, the display is dimmed but brightens 
when you perform some operations.
License
Information about the software used by this unit is displayed.
Video
AutoAutomatically selects the type of picture 
shown.
FieldSelect if jittering occurs when “Auto” is 
selected.
FrameSelect if small text or fine patterns cannot 
be seen clearly when “Auto” is selected.
Audio
Display
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3D Settings
Press [OK] to show the following settings
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.
TV Aspect
Set to match the type of television connected.
When connected to a 4:3 aspect television and playing 16:9 
ratio image:
When connected to a 16:9 widescreen television and playing 
4:3 ratio image:
HDMI Connection
Press [OK] to show the following settings:
HDMI Resolution
The items supported by t he connected devices are 
indicated on the screen as “ ¢”. When any item without “ ¢” 
is selected, the images may be distorted.
≥ If “Auto” is selected, automatically selects the output 
resolution best suited to the connected television.
≥ 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
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 playing DVD-Video, set to “On” and then also set 
“24p” in “Video” ( >30) to “On”.
≥ When BD-Video images other than 24p are played, 
images are output at 60p.
≥ 24p :
A progressive image recorded at a rate of 24 frames per 
second (motion-picture film). Many BD-Video movie 
contents are recorded in 24 frames/second in 
accordance with the film materials.
HDMI Color Mode
This setting is for selecting color-space conversion of the 
image signal when the unit is connected using an HDMI 
cable.
HDMI Audio Output
This setting selects whether or not to output audio from 
HDMI.
≥Audio will be output through the systems speakers when 
Off is selected.
VIERA Link
Set to use “HDAVI Control” function when connected with 
an HDMI cable to a device that supports “HDAVI Control”.
≥Select “Off” when you do not want to use “HDAVI 
Control”.
Deep Color Output
This setting is for selecting whether to use Deep Color 
output when a television that supports Deep Color is 
connected.
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.
Power Off Link
Select the desired power off link setting of this unit for 
VIERA Link operation ( >27). (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:
j CD or MP3 audio playback
j iPod/iPhone mode
j Radio mode
j “AUX”,“ARC” or “D-IN” (DIGITAL IN) mode (non-selected 
TV AUDIO setting for VIERA Link)
j “D-IN” (DIGITAL IN) mode (non-selected CABLE/
SATELLITE AUDIO setting for VIERA Link)
TV Audio Input
Select the TV audio input to work with the VIERA Link 
operations.
TV / Device Connection
4:3The sides are cut off so 
the picture fills the 
screen. When playing 
BD-Video, video is output 
as “4:3 Letterbox”.
4:3 
LetterboxBlack bands appear at the 
top and bottom of the 
picture.
16:9 Video is displayed as a 4:3 ratio image in 
the center of the screen.
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Network Easy Setting (>17)
Network Settings
Perform network-related settings individually.
Press [OK] to show the following settings:
IP Address / DNS Settings
This is for checking the state of the network connection 
and setting the IP address and DNS-related.
Press [OK] to show the respective setting.
≥“Connection Speed Setting” is enabled only when “Auto 
Detect Connection Speed” is turned “Off”.
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.
Internet Content Settings ( >29) (VIERA CAST)
Press [OK] to show the following settings:
Lock
You can restrict the usage of VIERA CAST.
≥Follow the on-screen instructions. Enter the 4-digit  password with the number buttons when the password 
screen is shown.
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 t he 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 CAST contents require the time zone to  be set. Set the time zone if necessary.
DST
Select “On” when using Daylight Saving time.
MAC Address
Displays the MAC address of this unit.
Remote Control Code
Change the remote control code, when other Panasonic 
products react to this remote control.
Quick Start*
Speed of startup from power off is increased.
≥ Internal control unit will be powered when it is set to “On”, so 
contents of the following will be different from the time it is 
set to “Off”.
– Idle power consumption will increase. (More about the 
power consumption  >42)
* Depending on the power conserving setting activated on  the TV, this function may have less effect when the unit is 
started by the power on link function. ( >26)
Easy setup ( >16)
You can execute basic settings  to optimize your home theater 
system.
Restore Default Settings
This returns all values in the Setup menu and the Playback 
menu, except for “Remote Control Code”, “On-screen 
Language”, “IP Address / DNS Settings”, “Proxy Server 
Settings”, “Lock”, “DVD-Video Ratings” and “BD-Video 
Ratings” etc. to the default settings.
System Information
Display firmware version of this unit.
Firmware Update ( >17)
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.
Update Now
You can update the firmware manually.
NetworkOthers
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Delay time
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 A or  B  is less than  C, find the difference in 
the relevant table and adjust the delay time to make up for the 
difference.
A B C : Primary listening distance
A Approximate room dimensions
B Actual speaker position
C Ideal speaker position
D Circle of constant primary listening distance
1Press [ 3,4, 2,1] to select the distance 
box ( ) and press [OK].
e.g., 5.1ch setting
A Center (C)
B Left Surround (LS), Right Surround (RS)
2Press [ 3,4] to select the setting and press 
[OK].
A Center speaker
B Surround speaker
Volume (Channel balance) ( )
(Effective when playing multi-channel audio)
1Select “Test” and press [OK].
A test signal is output.
2While 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.
3Press [OK].
The test signal stops.
e.g., 5.1ch setting
A Center (C)
B Te s t
C Left Surround (LS), Right Surround (RS)
To finish the speaker setting
Press [ 3,4, 2,1 ] to select “Complete” and press [OK].
Speaker settings
DifferenceSetting
Approx. 34 cm (1 ft. 1 in.)1.0 ms
Approx. 68 cm (2 ft. 2 in.)2.0 ms
Approx. 102 cm (3 ft. 4 in.)3.0 ms
Approx. 136 cm (4 ft. 5 in.)4.0 ms
Approx. 170 cm (5 ft. 6 in.)5.0 ms
DifferenceSetting
Approx. 170 cm (5 ft. 6 in.)5.0 ms
Approx. 340 cm (11 ft. 1 in.)10.0 ms
Approx. 510 cm (16 ft. 8 in.)15.0 ms
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R
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RS
C
RSLS
A
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A
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CompleteTe s t
LS R
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RS
dB
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Adjusting speaker level
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Optional speaker  settings
Speaker installation 
option
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 k g (22 lbs) per screw. 
Consult a qualified building contractor when attaching the 
speakers to a wall. Improper attachment may result in 
damage to the wall and speakers.
≥ Do not attempt to attach these speakers to walls using 
methods other than those described in this manual.
1Drive a screw (not supp lied) into the wall.
2Fit the speaker securely onto the screw(s) 
with the hole(s).
Use the measurements indicated below to identify the 
screwing positions on the wall.
≥Leave at least 20 mm (
25/32q) of space above the speaker and 
10 mm (13/32q ) on each side to allow enough space for fitting 
the speaker.
Front speaker, 
Surround speaker
F 40 mm (1 
9/16q)
G 17.6 mm (11/16q)
H 98.7 mm (3 7/8q)
Center speaker
I 23 mm (
29/32q)
J 95 mm to 97 mm 
(3 
3/4q to 3 13/16q)
K 26 mm (1 1/32q)
L 16.7 mm (21/32q)
M 63.7 mm (2 1/2q)
Reference
Troubleshooting guide
Before requesting service, please perform the 
following steps.
The following do not indicate a problem with this unit:
jRegular disc rotating sounds.
jImage disturbance during search.
jImage disturbance when replacing 3D discs.
∫Unit does not respond to the remote 
control or front panel buttons.
Press and hold [POWER Í/I] on the main unit for 5 seconds.
jIf 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.
While the unit is off, press and hold [ 9] on the remote 
control and [  34)
To return all settings to the factory preset
≥Reset the unit as follows:
While the unit is off, press and hold [+ VOLUME], [ 9)
≥ The remote control and main unit are using different codes. If 
“SET  ” is displayed on the unit’s display when a button is 
pressed on the remote control, change the code on the 
remote control. ( >34)
Disc cannot be played.
≥The disc is dirty. ( >9)
≥Check the region code.
Attaching to a wall
A At least 30 mm (1 3/16q)
B ‰ 4.0 mm (5/32q)
C ‰ 7.0 mm to  ‰ 9.4 mm 
(
9/32q  to 3/8q)
D Wall or pillar
E 5.5 mm to 7.5 mm 
(
7/32q to 5/16q)
e.g., Front speaker
DO NOTDO
≥ In this position, the 
speaker will likely fall if 
moved to the left or right.≥Move the speaker so that 
the screw is in this 
position.
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Do you have the latest firmware installed?
Firmware updates may be released to correct operating 
irregularities that are discovered with certain movies. (
>17)
4
Make the following checks and visit our 
website for more information.
http://www.panasonic.com/help
Enter the model number.
4
Or visit our website to find a service 
center.
You can find a service center near you easily on our website.
Other support information:
“Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto 
Rico)” (>43)
General operation
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							ReferenceOptional speaker 
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Still pictures (JPEG) do not playback normally.
≥The images that were edited on the PC, such as Progressive 
JPEG, etc., may not playback.
The TV tuner mode is not displayed when the TV is 
switched on.
≥This phenomenon may occur, depending on the TV setting, 
when “Quick Start” is set to “On”.
≥ 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.
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.
j“00 RET” is displayed on the unit’s display.
2Repeatedly press [1] (right) on the remote control or 
[POWER Í/I] on the unit until “03 VL” is displayed on the 
unit’s display.
3 Press [OK] on the remote control or [ 15)
The unit switches to standby mode.
≥This unit will automatically turn to standby mode after 30 
minutes if it is inactive. ( >7)
≥ When the time set for the sleep timer has passed, the power 
will be turned off. ( >6)
≥ One of the unit’s safety devices is activated. Press 
[POWER Í/I] on the main unit to turn the unit on.
This unit is turned off when the input for the TV is 
switched.
≥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 unit does not turn off.
1Press and hold [POWER 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 [POWER Í/I] on the main unit at 
the same time for more than 5 seconds.
The display is dim.
≥ Change “Front Panel Display” in the Setup menu. ( >32) The images from this unit do not appear on the TV.
Picture is distorted.
Jittering occurs.
≥
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.
j“00 RET” is displayed on the unit’s display.
2Repeatedly press [1] (right) on the remote control or 
[POWER 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 [ 33)
j 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. (> 34)
≥ When “3D BD-Video Playback” in the Setup menu is set to 
“Automatic”, 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. ( >31)
Video is not output.
≥Set “High Clarity Sound” in the Playback menu to “Off” to use 
the VIDEO OUT terminal. ( >31)
Video is not output in high-definition.
≥Confirm that “HDMI Resolution” in the Setup menu is set 
properly. ( >33)
3D video is not output.
≥Are the settings on this unit and the TV correct? ( >22)
3D video is not output correctly as 2D.
≥Select “Set before play” in the Setup menu, and select “2D 
Playback” in the setup screen displayed when playing 3D 
discs. ( >31)
≥ 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.
≥When progressive output is on, closed captions/subtitles 
cannot be displayed.
The subtitles overlap closed captions recorded on discs.
≥Turn off the subtitles or turn off the closed caption setting on 
the TV.  (> 30)
A black band is displayed around the edge of the screen.
The aspect ratio of the screen is abnormal.
≥Confirm the “TV Aspect” is set properly. ( >33)
≥ Adjust the aspect setting on the television.
Power
Displays
TV screen and video
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No sound.
Low volume.
Distorted sound.
Cannot hear the desired audio type.
≥Check connections to s peakers and other equipment. 
(> 10s 15)
≥
Ensure the speaker settings for your speakers are correct. (>35)
≥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”, Dolby 
TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD Master Audio and 
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio are output as Dolby Digital 
or DTS Digital Surround.
≥ Re-master will not work when the bitstream signal is output 
from the HDMI AV OUT terminal. ( >31)
≥ Depending on the connected equipment, the sound may be 
distorted if this unit is connected with an HDMI cable.
≥ The multi-channel audio from a device connected to the TV 
is not output in it’s original multi-channel form.
jIf the device has an optical audio output terminal, connect 
the device to this unit’s “OPTICAL” terminal. ( >14, 25)
No surround sound.
≥Press [SURROUND] to select a surround effect. ( >19)
Cannot switch audio.
≥When audio is output from the HDMI AV OUT terminal, set 
“Dolby D/Dolby D +/Dolby TrueHD” or “DTS/DTS-HD” to 
“PCM”. ( >32)
No sound from the TV.
≥Press [EXT-IN] to select the corresponding source. (> 18)
≥
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, 13)≥ 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.
Cannot charge or operate.
≥ Check that the iPod/iPhone is connected firmly. ( >27)
≥ The battery of the iPod/iPhone is  depleted. Charge the iPod/
iPhone, and then operate again.
≥ When unexpected operation occurs while using the 
iPod/iPhone, connect the iPod/iPhone again or try to restart 
the iPod/iPhone.
Cannot display iPod/iPhone videos/photos on the TV.
≥Make sure that TV is connected to the VIDEO OUT terminal 
on this unit. ( >12)
≥ Operate the iPod/iPhone menu to make the appropriate 
video/photo output settings for your TV. (Refer to operating 
instructions for your iPod/iPhone.)
The TV input channel unintentionally changes to HDMI input.
≥When the main unit is connected with an “HDAVI Control” 
compatible TV and VIDEO IN is selected for iPod/iPhone 
video or photo playback, the TV input channel will 
automatically change to the HDMI input channel when 
[HOME] is pressed.
jRe-select the TV’s VIDEO IN input channel. Distorted sound or noise is heard.
≥
Adjust the position of the antenna.
≥ Use an outdoor antenna. ( >11 )
A beat sound is heard.
≥Try to keep a certain amount of distance between the 
antenna and the TV.
I can’t connect to the network.
≥ Confirm the network connection and settings. ( >15, 17, 34)
≥ Check the operating instructions for each device and 
connect accordingly.
BD-Video or DVD-Video is not played.
≥ Ensure the disc is for the correct BD-Video region code or 
DVD-Video region number, and is not defective. ( >8)
≥ You have set a ratings level to limit BD-Video or DVD-Video 
play. Change this setting. ( >31)
≥ Some BD-Video can only be output with HDMI.
I cannot play back BD-Live.
≥The SD card is write-protected. ( >9)
≥ Confirm that this unit is connected to the broadband Internet. 
(> 15)
≥ Confirm the “BD-Live Internet Access” settings. (> 32)
≥ Confirm an SD Card is inserted into the SD Card slot. ( >18)
Alternative soundtrack and subtitles cannot be selected.
≥The languages are not recorded on the disc.
≥ You may not be able to use the playback menu to change the 
soundtrack and subtitles on some discs. Use the disc’s 
menus to make changes. ( >20)
Angle cannot be changed.
≥Angles can only be changed during scenes where different 
angles are recorded.
Sound
iPod/iPhone operation
Radio
Network
Other difficulties with playback
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Messages
The following messages or service numbers appear on the 
television or unit’s display when something unusual is detected 
during startup and use.
Cannot play.
≥You inserted an incompatible disc. (Discs recorded in PAL 
video, etc.)
Cannot display on this unit.
≥You tried to play a non-compatible image.
No disc is inserted.
≥The disc may be upside down.
$  This operation is not available.
≥ Some operations are unsupported by the unit. For example;
jBD-Video: During playback, reverse slow-motion or 
reverse frame-by-frame is not possible.
IP address is not set.
≥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.)
No Video
≥Depending on the connected iPod/iPhone, video menu may 
not be available on the TV. Select “ALL” on the unit’s display 
and operate video playback from your iPod/iPhone menu. 
(> 29)
F99
≥ The unit fails to operate properly. Press [POWER Í/I] on the 
main unit to switch the unit to standby for 3 seconds. Now 
press [POWER Í/I] on the main unit again to turn the unit 
on.
U59
≥ 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. Do not block the ventilation hole on the rear and side of 
the unit.
HDMI ONLY
≥Some BD-Video discs can only be output with HDMI.
NET
≥While connecting to a network.
No PLAY
≥There is a viewing restriction on a BD-Video or DVD-Video. 
(> 31)
No READ
≥The media is dirty or badly scratched. The unit cannot play.
PLEASE WAIT
≥The unit is carrying out an internal process.This is not a 
malfunction. You cannot operate the unit while “PLEASE 
WAIT” is displayed.
SET  
(“   ” stands for a number.)
≥ 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.
H or F
(“   ” stands for a number.)
≥ Check and correct the speaker cable connections.
≥ There is something unusual.
≥ Check the unit using the troubleshooting guide. If the service 
number does not disappear, do the following.
1 Disconnect the plug from the household AC outlet, wait a 
few seconds, then reconnect it.
2 Press [POWER Í/I] to turn the power on.
If the service number does not disappear despite doing the 
above, request service from the dealer. Inform the dealer of 
the service number when requesting service.
UPD /
(“   ” stands for a number.)
≥ The firmware is being updated. Please do not turn off power.
IPOD OVER CURRENT ERROR
≥The iPod/iPhone is drawing too much power. Remove the 
iPod/iPhone, and turn the unit off and on again.
START
≥The system is being restarted during the firmware update. 
Please do not turn off power.
FINISH
≥The firmware update is completed.
NOT CONDITIONAL
≥The requested operation cannot be conducted.
On the television
On the unit’s display
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Supplemental 
information
∫Display languages list
∫ Language code list
≥With certain recording states and folder structures, the play 
order may differ or playback may not be possible.
DisplayLanguageDisplayLanguageDisplayLanguage
LanguageCodeLanguageCodeLanguageCode
ENG
FRA
DEU
ITA
ESP
NLD
SVE
NOR
DAN
POR
RUS English
French
German
Italian
Spanish
Dutch
Swedish
Norwegian
Danish
Portuguese
Russian ARA  
HIN
PER
IND
MRI
BUL
RUM
GRE
TUR 
JPN
CHI
KOR
MAL
VIE
THA
POL
CES
SLK
HUN
FIN Japanese
Chinese
Korean
Malay
Vietnamese
Thai
Polish
Czech
Slovak
Hungarian
FinnishArabic
Hindi
Persian
Indonesian
Maori
Bulgarian
Romanian
Greek
Turkish
Others
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: 8084
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
File 
formatExtensionReference
MP3 “.MP3”, 
“.mp3“ ID3 tags (Only titles and the names 
of artists)
JPEG“.JPG”, 
“.jpg“
≥
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.
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