Panasonic Dmp Bd10a Operating Instructions

							RQT8997-YPP
Operating Instructions
BD/DVD Player
Model No. DMP-BD10A
Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.
Region management information
BD-Video 
This unit plays BD-Video marked with labels containing the region code A.Region A
DVD-Video
This unit plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number “1” or “ALL”.Example:
If you have any questions contact
[[U.S.A.]:1-800-211-PANA(7262)
[Canada]:1-800-561-5505
[[U.S.A.]:
The warranty can be found on page 30.
[Canada]:The warranty can be found on page 31.
La referencia rápida en español se puede encontrar en la página 32.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions 
listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.
(Inside of product) 1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance 
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat 
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that 
produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or 
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with 
one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two 
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the 
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug 
does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for 
replacement of the obsolete outlet.10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched 
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point 
where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the 
manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or 
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold 
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use 
caution when moving the cart/apparatus 
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms 
or when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is 
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, 
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has 
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the 
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not 
operate normally, or has been dropped.
WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR 
PRODUCT DAMAGE, 
≥DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, 
DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED 
WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON 
THE APPARATUS.
≥USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
≥DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO 
USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO 
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION!
DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN 
CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS 
WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR 
FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND 
ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION 
VENTS.
CAUTION!THIS PRODUCT 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 OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER 
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only 
with the same or equivalent type recommended by the 
manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the 
manufacturer’s instructions.
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily 
accessible. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain 
readily operable.
To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, 
disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC receptacle.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within 
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user 
to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous 
voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be 
of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of 
electric shock to persons.
CAUTION
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle 
is intended to alert the user to the presence of 
important operating and maintenance (servicing) 
instructions in the literature accompanying the 
appliance.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
FCC Note:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the 
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC 
Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection 
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This 
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency 
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the 
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio 
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference 
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does 
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which 
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user 
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of 
the following measures:
≥Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
≥Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
≥Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from 
that to which the receiver is connected.
≥Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for 
help.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment 
would void the user’s authority to operate this device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is 
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not 
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any 
interference received, including interference that may cause 
undesired operation.
Responsible Party:
Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way 
Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support Contact:
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
Telephone No.: 1-800-211-7262
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Table of contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS............. 2
Accessory information  ..................................... 3
Disc information ................................................. 4
Control reference guide..................................... 6
Connection ......................................................... 8
Easy Setting...................................................... 11
Remote control setting .................................... 11
Basic play ......................................................... 12
Adjusting picture and sound quality .............. 14
Operations using menu screen ...................... 15
Playing MP3 files and still pictures ................ 16
Linked operations with the TV 
(EZ SyncTM “HDAVI ControlTM”) ..................... 18Changing settings with the 
On-screen menu ............................................. 19
Changing the unit’s settings ........................... 21
Frequently asked questions............................ 24
Troubleshooting guide .................................... 24
Messages .......................................................... 27
Disc handling.................................................... 27
Maintenance ..................................................... 27
Product Service ................................................ 28
Specifications ................................................... 28
Glossary ............................................................ 29
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) ............ 30
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) ....... 31
Index .................................................................. 33
Accessory information
(ONLY FOR U.S.A. )
Product Registration Card
Please complete and return the included product registration card, or register via the Internet at: http://www.prodreg.com/panasonic/
User memo:
Getting started
Playback
Settings
Reference
Referencia rápida en español
(Spanish Quick Reference)............................ 32
Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.
(Product numbers correct as of April 2007. These may be subject to change.)
Only for U.S.A.: To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 30.
Only for Canada: To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.
∏∏ ∏∏
1 Remote control
(EUR7658YF0)1 Audio/video cable
(K2KA6BA00003)2 Batteries
for remote control1 AC power supply cord
(K2CB2CB00018)
≥For use with this unit only. Do not 
use it with other equipment.
Also, do not use cords for other 
equipment with this unit.
The enclosed Canadian French label sheet corresponds to the English display on the front and back side of the unit.
The model number and serial number of this product can be 
found on either the back or the bottom of the unit.
Please note them in the space provided below and keep for
future reference.
MODEL NUMBER  DMP-BD10A
SERIAL NUMBER 
DATE OF PURCHASE  _______________________________
DEALER NAME  ____________________________________
DEALER ADDRESS  _________________________________
__________________________________________________
TELEPHONE NUMBER  ______________________________
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Disc information
This unit is compatible with a variety of disc types and formats, including both packaged discs and recorded discs. Use the following chart to 
learn more about the discs that can be played on this unit.
This chart shows the different type of retail/commercial discs you can use, and also includes the industry-standard logos that should appear on 
the discs and/or packaging.
§To play DVD-Video content, set “Play DVD-Audio in Video Mode” to “Video Mode (Video On)” (➡21, “Disc” tab)
This chart shows the different type of discs recorded with DVD recorders, DVD video cameras, personal computers, etc. that you can use.
This mark means you must finalize (➡29, Glossary) the disc with the DVD recorder, etc. before playback.
≥It may not be possible to play the above discs in some cases due to the type of discs, the condition of the recording, the recording 
method and how the files were created.
Packaged discs
LogoFeatures Indicated as
High Definition (HD) movie and music discs  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
[BD-V]
High quality movie and music discs.  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  [DVD-V]
High fidelity music discs.  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  [DVD-A]
Some DVD-Audio discs contain DVD-Video content.§.  . . . . . . . . .  [DVD-V]
Compact Discs (CD’s) that contain music and video.
Including SVCD (Conforming to IEC62107)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
[VCD]
Compact Discs (CD’s) that contain audio and music.  . . . . . . . . . .  [CD]
BD-VideoBD-Video
DVD-VideoDVD-VideoDVD-Video
DVD-AudioDVD-AudioDVD-Audio
Video CDVideo CDVideo CD
CDCDCD
Recorded discs
Finalized
LogoFormats Indicated as
≥Discs recorded using Version 1.1 of the DVD Video 
Recording Format (a unified video recording standard). .............  [DVD-VR]
≥JPEG format ..................................................................................  
[JPEG]≥AVCHD format..............................................................................  [BD-V]
≥Discs recorded using DVD-Video Format.....................................  [DVD-V]≥Discs recorded using Version 1.1 of the DVD Video 
Recording Format (a unified video recording standard). .............  [DVD-VR]≥AVCHD format..............................................................................  [BD-V]
≥Discs recorded using DVD-Video Format.....................................  [DVD-V]≥Discs recorded using Version 1.2 of the DVD Video 
Recording Format (a unified video recording standard). .............  [DVD-VR]≥AVCHD format..............................................................................  [BD-V]
—≥Discs recorded using +VR (+R/+RW Video 
Recording) format .........................................................................  [DVD-V]
—≥CD-DA format ...............................................................................  
[CD]≥VCD formats including SVCD (Conforming to IEC62107) ............  [VCD]≥MP3 format ....................................................................................  [MP3]≥JPEG format ..................................................................................  [JPEG]
DVD-RAMDVD-RAMDVD-RAM
Finalized
DVD-R/RWDVD-R/RWDVD-R/RW
Finalized
DVD-R DLDVD-R DLDVD-R DL
Finalized
+R/+RW/+R DL+R/+RW/+R DL+R/+RW/+R DL
Finalized
CD-R/RWCD-R/RWCD-R/RW
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You can play MP3 and still pictures (JPEG) on this unit by making folders as shown below. However depending on how you create the 
disc (writing software), play may not be in the order you numbered the folders.
Regarding BD-Video
≥When BD-J application (➡29, Glossary) is executed, operations may take a little more time than usual. Please wait, there is nothing wrong with 
this unit.
≥When playing a set of two BD-Video discs, once the first disc finishes playing, video may continue to display even if playback has been 
stopped.
≥If the audio track of the disc was recorded with DTS-HD Master Audio, it will be output as DTS Digital Surround audio.
≥When playing discs recorded with Dolby TrueHD or DTS-HD, 
–audio will not be output properly (e.g. audio from some speakers cannot be heard) unless the number of connected speakers is the same as 
audio channel specification of the disc.
–even if you select “Small” in the speaker settings, audio output will have an effect similar to when “Large” is selected (➡23).
Regarding DVD-Audio
Some multi-channel DVD-Audio will prevent down-mixing (➡29, Glossary) of all or part of their contents if this is the manufacturer’s intention. 
When playing such discs, or such parts of the disc, unless the number of connected speakers is the same as audio channel specification of the 
disc, audio will not be output properly (e.g. part of the audio is missing, multi-channel audio cannot be selected and audio is played in two 
channels). Refer to the disc’s jacket for more information.
Note about using a DualDisc
The digital audio content side of a DualDisc does not meet the technical specifications of the Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA) format so 
play may not be possible.
Tips for making MP3/JPEG files
File formatMP3JPEG
Playable discs
CD-R/RW§1DVD-RAM§2, CD-R/RW§1
ExtensionFiles must have the extension “.mp3” or “.MP3”. Files must have the extension “.jpg” or “.JPG”.
Number of pixels— between 34k34 and 6144k4096 pixels
(Sub sampling is 4:2:2 or 4:2:0)
Bit rates32 kbps to 320 kbps —
Sampling frequency44.1 kHz/48 kHz —
Reference≥ID3 tags: not compatible
≥If there is a large amount of still picture data etc. within a 
MP3 file, play may not be possible.≥Compatible formats: DCF§3 compliant (Content 
recorded on a digital camera, etc.)
≥MOTION JPEG: not compatible
≥English alphabet and Arabic numerals are displayed correctly. Other characters may not be displayed correctly.
≥The display order on this unit may differ from how the order is displayed on a computer.
≥Depending on how you create the disc (writing software), files (tracks) and folders (groups) may not play in the 
order you numbered them.
≥This unit is not compatible with packet-write format.
≥Depending on the recording conditions, the disc may not play. 
≥Operation may take time to complete when there are many files (tracks) and/or folders (groups) and some files 
(tracks) may not display or be playable.
§1 CD-R/RW
≥Compatible formats: ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended formats), Joliet
≥This unit is compatible with multi-session but reading or play of the disc may take time if there are a lot of sessions.
§2 DVD-RAM
≥Discs must conform to UDF 2.0.
§3 Design rule for Camera File system: unified standard established by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association 
(JEITA). 
Structure of MP3 folders in CD-R/CD-RW
Prefix with 3-digit numbers in the order you want to play them.Structures of still pictures(JPEG) in CD-R/CD-RW
Files inside a folder are displayed in the order they were updated or taken.
≥When the highest level folders are “DCIM” folders, they are displayed 
first on the tree.
002 group
001001
001track.mp3
002track.mp3
003track.mp3
003 group
001track.mp3
002track.mp3
003track.mp3
001track.mp3
002track.mp3
003track.mp3
004track.mp3
Root
Order of play(folder=group)
(file=track)
001
P0000010.jpg
P0000011.jpg
P0000012.jpg
P0000003.jpg
P0000004.jpg
P0000005.jpg
P0000001.jpg
P0000002.jpg
P0000006.jpg
P0000007.jpg
P0000008.jpg
P0000009.jpgRoot
Order of play
002 Folder
003 Folder
004 Folder
Discs that cannot be played
≥BD-R, BD-RE v1/v2
≥2.6-GB and 5.2-GB DVD-RAM
≥DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from their cartridges
≥Version 1.0 of DVD-RW
≥DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, SACD and Photo CD
≥WMA discs≥DivX discs
≥PAL discs
≥“Chaoji VCD” available on the market including CVD, DVCD and 
SVCD that do not conform to IEC62107.
≥HD DVD
≥Other discs that are not specifically supported 
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Control reference guide
Multi-jog operation
≥Turn the Multi-jog lightly.
If you press it strongly when turning it, [3,4,2,1] may 
be mistakenly activated.
≥About Multi-jog Setting
The wheel operation can be turned off. 
Set the “Multi-jog Setting” to “Off” (➡21,“Setup” tab). 
!Turn the unit on and off (➡11)
@ TV operation buttons
You can operate the TV through the unit’s remote control. See 
page 11 for the remote control setting.
# (➡18)
Works only with Panasonic EZ Sync “HDAVI Control” compatible 
equipment.
$  Select audio (➡13)
% Receiver operation buttons
You can operate a Panasonic amplifier/receiver through the 
unit’s remote control. 
^ Basic playback control buttons
See page 12 for the details.
&  Show status messages (➡13)
* Skip the specified time (➡13)
(  Show Pop-up menu (➡15)
AJ  Show Top menu/Direct Navigator (➡15)
AA Show On-screen menu (➡19)
AB Show sub menu (➡15,17)
AC Return to previous screen
AD 
These buttons are used when operating a BD-Video disc that 
includes JavaTM applications (BD-J). For more information about 
operating this kind of disc, please read the instructions that 
came with the disc. 
The A and B buttons are also used with the “Title View”, “Picture 
View” and “Album View” screens. 
AE Buttons that adjust picture and sound quality
See page 14 for the details.
AF Cancel
AG Numbered buttons
Select title numbers, etc./Enter numbers (➡13)
Ah   Show Setup menu (➡21)
Remote control
≥Select items on menu screens and set items.
[3,4,2,1]
Press up, down, left or right to select an item.
You can also turn the wheel to select an item.
Press [ENTER] to confirm.
See page 13 for the operations during playback.
GAMMA
3D-NRRE-MASTER INTEGRATED
DNR CONTRAST
BRIGHTNESSCOLORSHARPNESS
CANCEL
TIME SLIP
SKIP
SEARCH/SLOW
SETUP
STATUS
ABCD
ENTER
RETURNSUB MENU
ONE TOUCH RECEIVER
 PLAY AUDIO MUTING
POP-UP MENU 
DISPLAY 
VOLUMECHTV/VIDEO
POWERPOWERBD
VOLUME
PLAYPA U S ESTOP
DIRECT NAVIGATOR 
TOP MENU 
S



 
	


 

 
  
Multi-jog(➡below)
Red
Green
Blue
Yellow
ENTER
NOTE
Turn the television on 
and off
Switch the input channelChannel select
Adjust the volume
Mute the sound 
Adjust the volume　
POWERBD
POWER
TV/VIDEO
CH
VOLUME
ONE TOUCH  PLAY
 AUDIO
MUTINGVOLUME
STATUS
TIME SLIP
DISPLAY 
SUB MENU
S
RETURN
ABCD
CANCEL
SETUP
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!POWER button (Í/I POWER)(➡12)
Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In 
standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of 
power.
@Disc tray (➡12)
#Display
$IIlumination lamp
Lights when the unit is turned on.
%Open/close disc tray (➡12)
^Search / Skip
Search: Press and hold
Skip: Press
&Stop (➡12)
*Pause (➡12)
(Start play (➡12)
Rear panel terminals (➡8–10)
BatteriesInsert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control.
When closing the lid, insert it from the j (minus) side.
≥Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
≥Do not mix old and new batteries.
≥Do not use different types at the same time.
≥Do not heat or expose to flame.
≥Do not take apart or short circuit.
≥Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
≥Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can 
damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.
Remove batteries if the remote control is not going to be used for a 
long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.Use
If you cannot operate the unit or television using the remote control 
after changing the batteries, please re-enter the codes (➡11).
Main unit
OPEN/CLOSEPOWER

	


POWER
OPEN/CLOSE
Using remote control
R6/LR6, AA
 
3020
3020
Remote control signal sensor
7 m (23 feet) directly in 
front of the unit
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Connection
From the list below, please choose the connection method that fits your TV viewing environment best and follow the illustrations to connect your 
player.
≥If you connect to a television using an included Audio/Video cable 
➜ A 
≥If you connect to an HDMI (➡29, Glossary) compatible television 
➜ B 
≥If you connect to an HDMI compatible television and an HDMI compatible amplifier/receiver to enjoy surround sound 
➜ C (➡9)
The connection examples (
ABC) are the most commonly used methods for connecting the unit. For other connection methods, please see 
pages 9 and 10.
≥Do not place the unit on amplifiers or equipment that may become hot. The heat can damage the unit.
≥Do not connect through the video cassette recorder. Due to copy guard protection, the picture may not display properly.
≥Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropriate operating instructions.
≥Connect terminals of the same color.
Conserving power
This unit consumes a small amount of power even when it is turned off (less than 1 W). To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long 
time, unplug it from the household AC outlet.
Please use HDMI cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover). It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable.
Recommended part number: RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m/4.9 ft.), RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m/9.8 ft.), RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m/16.4 ft.), etc.
Basic connections
A Connecting to a television with an Audio/Video cable
Using the included Audio/Video cable, you can directly connect the player to your television set.
≥High definition video cannot be 
output with this connection.
Use connection B (➡below) or C 
(➡9) for high definition video.
§With audio cables, you can connect 
these AUDIO OUT terminals to the 
2-channel audio input terminals of 
an analog amplifier/receiver or 
system component to enjoy stereo 
sound.
To improve picture quality
≥Use connections D or E (➡9).
To enjoy an even richer sound
≥Use connections F or G (➡10).
(Unplug the red and white plug.)
BConnecting to an HDMI compatible television
You can enjoy high quality, digital video and audio with just one HDMI cable. 
≥When you use 1080p (1125p) video 
output, please use Panasonic 
HDMI cables 5 meters (16.4 ft.) or 
shorter.
NECESSARY SETTINGS
≥From the Setup menu (➡23), set 
“HDMI Video Mode” and “HDMI 
Audio Output” to “On”.
To enjoy an even richer sound
≥Use connections F or G (➡10) 
additionally.
In this case, set “HDMI Video 
Mode” to “On” and “HDMI Audio 
Output” to “Off” in the Setup menu 
(➡23).
With this connection, you can 
use EZ Sync “HDAVI Control”
≥See page 18 for the details.
AUDIO IN
R      LVIDEO IN
AV OUTAV OUT
Manufactured
S VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO OUTPlease connect
directly to TV.COMPONENT 
VIDEO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO
OUT
(PCM/BITSTREAM)COAXIAL
OPTICAL
2ch AUDIO OUT
7.1ch AUDIO OUT
L
1
2 R
FRONT R  /R CENTER
SUBWOOFERSURROUND
RL
SURROUND
BACKRL
FRONT L  /L
PR
Y
PB
AC IN 
AUDIO/
VIDEO IN
2ch AUDIO OUTTelevision
Audio/Video cable
(included)
AC power supply cord (included)
Connect only after all other 
connections are complete.  Back of the unit
To a household AC outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)VIDEO OUT
§
Cooling fan
NOTE
TIPS
AV OUTAV OUT
Manufactured
S VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO OUTPlease connect
directly to TV.COMPONENT 
VIDEO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO
OUT
(PCM/BITSTREAM)COAXIAL
OPTICAL
2ch AUDIO OUT
7.1ch AUDIO OUT
L
1
2 R
FRONT R  /R CENTER
SUBWOOFERSURROUND
RL
SURROUND
BACKRL
FRONT L  /L
PR
Y
PB
AC IN 
HDMI IN
HDMI AV OUT Back of the unitHDMI 
compatible
television
AC power supply cord (included)
Connect only after all other connections are 
complete. 
To a household AC outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)HDMI cable
Cooling fan
NOTE
TIPS
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CConnecting to an HDMI compatible television and HDMI compatible 
amplifier/receiver
You can connect the player to your HDMI compatible amplifier/receiver with an HDMI cable to enjoy digital surround sound along with 
high quality digital video. Using an additional HDMI cable, you can connect the amplifier/receiver to your HDMI compatible television.
≥This unit comes equipped with a Dolby Digital 
Plus, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD§ decoder. 
When connected to a compatible amplifier/
receiver using the HDMI AV OUT terminal, you 
can enjoy surround sound recorded with Dolby 
Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD or DTS-HD.
§This unit supports DTS-HD High Resolution 
Audio, however it does not support DTS-HD 
Master Audio. DTS Digital Surround will be 
used as an alternative.
≥When you use 1080p (1125p) video output, 
please use Panasonic HDMI cables 5 meters 
(16.4 ft.) or shorter.
NECESSARY SETTINGS
≥From the Setup menu (➡23), set “HDMI Video 
Mode” and “HDMI Audio Output” to “On”
≥If the speaker setup cannot be completed on 
the amplifier/receiver, change multi channel 
speaker settings by selecting “Multi -channel” in 
“Speaker” of “Connection” tab (➡23).
≥If connecting to an amplifier/receiver 
incompatible with HDCP (➡29, Glossary), 
copy-protected DVD-Audio cannot be output 
through the HDMI terminal. Connect to the 
amplifier/receiver with audio cables (red and 
white), coaxial cable, or optical digital audio 
cable (➡10).
With this connection, you can use EZ 
Sync “HDAVI Control”
≥See page 18 for the details.
Connection methods for using other video terminals
D With S VIDEO IN
The S VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal.
≥High definition video cannot be output with 
this connection.
Use connection B(➡8) or C (➡above) for 
high definition video.
≥Unplug the yellow plug of Audio/Video 
cable.
≥Actual video quality depends on the 
television.
E With COMPONENT VIDEO INThese terminals can be used for either interlace or progressive output (➡29, Glossary) and provide a purer picture than the S VIDEO 
OUT terminal.
≥Select “Darker” from the “Black Level 
Control” (➡22, “Video” tab).
≥Unplug the yellow plug of Audio/Video 
cable.
Regarding the high definition video 
output
≥Some discs prohibit high definition video 
output from COMPONENT VIDEO OUT 
terminals.  In this case, video resolution is 
converted and output as 480p. 
To enjoy high definition/progressive 
video
≥Connect to a progressive compatible 
television.
≥From the Setup menu (➡22), select “480p” 
, “720p” or “1080i” in “Component Video 
Resolution” of “Connection” tab.
≥From the Setup menu (➡23), set “HDMI 
Video Mode” to “Off”. Otherwise, the video 
is output as 480i.
AV OUTAV OUT
Manufactured
S VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO OUTPlease connect
directly to TV.COMPONENT 
VIDEO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO
OUT(PCM/BITSTREAM)COAXIAL
OPTICAL
2ch AUDIO OUT
7.1ch AUDIO OUT
L
1
2 R
FRONT R  /R CENTER
SUBWOOFERSURROUND
RL
SURROUND
BACKRL
FRONT L  /L
PR
Y
PB
AC IN 
HDMI IN HDMI OUT HDMI IN
HDMI AV OUT Multi channel speakers
HDMI 
compatible
television
Back of the unit AC power supply cord 
(included)
Connect only after all 
other connections are 
complete. 
To a household AC outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)HDMI cable  HDMI compatible 
amplifier/receiver
Cooling fan
NOTE
TIPS
Manufactured
S VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO OUTPlease connect
directly to TV.COMPONENT 
VIDEO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO
OUT
(PCM/BITSTREAM)COAXIAL
OPTICAL
2ch AUDIO OUT
7.1ch AUDIO OUT
L
1
2 R
FRONT R  /R CENTER
SUBWOOFERSURROUND
RL
SURROUND
BACKRL
FRONT L  /L
PR
Y
P
B
AUDIO IN
R         LS VIDEO IN
Back of the unit Audio/Video cable (included)
S Video cable Television
NOTE
COMPONENT
VIDEO INAUDIO IN
R         L
Manufactured
S VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO OUTPlease connect
directly to TV.COMPONENT 
VIDEO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO
OUT
(PCM/BITSTREAM)COAXIAL
OPTICAL
2ch AUDIO OUT
7.1ch AUDIO OUT
L
1
2 R
FRONT R  /R CENTER
SUBWOOFERSURROUND
RL
SURROUND
BACKRL
FRONT L  /L
PR
Y
P
B
Back of the unit Audio/Video cable (included)
Component Video cable
Connect to the terminals 
that match the colors of 
the plugs. Television
NOTE
TIPS
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Connecting an amplifier/receiver (excluding HDMI connection)
FConnecting to an amplifier/receiver with 7.1ch/5.1ch AUDIO IN terminal
You can enjoy surround sound using the 7.1ch AUDIO OUT terminals. The 7.1ch AUDIO OUT terminals offer you another option for 
enjoying surround sound.
≥This unit comes equipped with a 
Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD 
and DTS-HD
§ decoder. When 
connected to a compatible 
amplifier/receiver using the 7.1ch 
AUDIO OUT terminals, you can 
enjoy surround sound recorded 
with Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby 
TrueHD or DTS-HD.
§This unit supports DTS-HD High 
Resolution Audio, however it 
does not support DTS-HD Master 
Audio. DTS Digital Surround will 
be used as an alternative.
≥This unit supports playback of 
DVD-Video discs in surround 
sound up to 5.1channels. 
≥Depending on how the disc was 
recorded, the audio may not be 
output properly on the number of 
channels desired.
NECESSARY SETTINGS
≥If the speaker setup cannot be 
completed on the amplifier/
receiver, change multi channel 
speaker settings by selecting 
“Multi-channel” in “Speaker” of 
“Connection” tab (➡23).
Only when this unit is 
connected to an HDMI 
compatible television (➡8,B)
≥From the Setup menu (➡23), set 
“HDMI Audio Output” to “Off”. 
Otherwise, audio is output as two 
channels only, and also output 
from the television’s speakers. Cable connections
a Surround speaker (L/R)
b Surround back speaker (L/R) 
(Not necessary when connecting to 5.1 channel AUDIO IN)
c Subwoofer
d Center speaker
e Front speaker (L/R)
GConnecting to an amplifier/receiver with DIGITAL AUDIO IN terminal
You can enjoy surround sound using the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals. The DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals offer you another option for 
enjoying surround sound.
With COAXIAL IN
≥You cannot use DTS Digital 
Surround decoders (➡29, 
Glossary) incompatible with DVD.
≥Even if using this connection, 
output will be only 2 channels 
when playing DVD-Audio.
To enjoy multi-channel surround 
sound, use connections C (➡9) 
or F (➡above).
NECESSARY SETTINGS
≥Change the settings in “Digital 
Audio Output” (➡22).
Only when this unit is 
connected to an HDMI 
compatible television (➡8,B)
≥From the Setup menu (➡23), set 
“HDMI Audio Output” to “Off”. 
Otherwise, the sound may not be 
output with the desired settings. With OPTICAL IN
Manufactured
S VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO OUT
Please connect
directly to TV.
COMPONENT 
VIDEO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO
OUT
(PCM/BITSTREAM)COAXIAL
OPTICAL
2ch AUDIO OUT
7.1ch AUDIO OUT
L
1
2 R
FRONT R  /R CENTER
SUBWOOFERSURROUND
RL
SURROUND
BACKRL
FRONT L  /L
PR
Y
P
B



Connect Audio 
cables to 
terminals 
corresponding to 
the speakers you 
have connected. Back of the unit
Amplifier/receiver with 
7.1/5.1ch AUDIO IN Multi channel speakers
NOTE
COAXIAL IN
Manufactured
S VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO OUTPlease connect
directly to TV.COMPONENT 
VIDEO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO
OUT
(PCM/BITSTREAM)COAXIAL
OPTICAL
2ch AUDIO OUT
7.1ch AUDIO OUT
L
1
2 R
FRONT R  /R CENTER
SUBWOOFERSURROUND
RL
SURROUND
BACKRL
FRONT L  /L
PR
Y
P
B
Back of the unitCoaxial cable
Amplifier/receiver with a 
built-in decoder or a 
decoder-amplifier/
receiver combinationNOTE
OPTICAL INManufactured
S VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO OUTPlease connect
directly to TV.COMPONENT 
VIDEO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO
OUT
(PCM/BITSTREAM)COAXIAL
OPTICAL
2ch AUDIO OUT
7.1ch AUDIO OUT
L
1
2 R
FRONT R  /R CENTER
SUBWOOFERSURROUND
RL
SURROUND
BACKRL
FRONT L  /L
PR
Y
P
B
Back of the unitOptical digital 
audio cable
Amplifier/receiver with a 
built-in decoder or a 
decoder-amplifier/
receiver combination
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