Panasonic Dmp Bd30 Operating Instructions

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(Continued on the next page) Digital Audio Output
≥Press [OK] to show the following settings.
Dolby Digital[Note]
≥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 television is 
connected, the HDMI audio 
output of this unit is limited 
to down-mixed 2ch.)
≥Bitstream:
When...

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When connecting to an amplifier/receiver to enjoy multi-channel surround sound, use the following settings on this unit if they cannot be set on the 
amplifier/receiver.
The settings are not effective when outputting bitstream signals.
§Surround back channel is enabled only when the unit is connected 
to an amplifier/receiver supporting HDMI 7.1 channel audio.
Speaker presence and size (A)1Press [3,4,2,1] to select the speaker icon (A) and press 
[OK].
2Press [3,4] to select the setting...

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Frequently asked questions
SetupPage
What do I need to play multi channel 
surround sound?≥Connect the appropriate amplifier/receiver to the HDMI terminal, the DIGITAL AUDIO 
OUT terminal (OPTICAL, COAXIAL), or the 5.1ch AUDIO OUT terminal on this unit.7, 8
How do I set this unit to play 7.1ch 
surround sound?≥After connecting this unit to an amplifier/receiver compatible with Dolby Digital Plus, 
Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD and 7.1ch LPCM using an HDMI cable, set the items in the 
Setup menu...

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Troubleshooting guide
Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the chart 
do not solve the problem, refer to “Customer Services Directory” on page 30 if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to “Product information” on 
page 31 if you reside in Canada.
The following do not indicate a problem with this unit:
≥Regular disc rotating sounds.
≥Image disturbance during search.
To reset this unitPage...

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TV screen and videoPage
Sound
HDMI connections
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The images from this unit do 
not appear on the television.
Picture is distorted.≥Make sure that the television is connected to the VIDEO OUT terminal, S VIDEO OUT 
terminal, COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals or HDMI AV OUT terminal on this unit.
≥Make sure that the television’s input setting (e.g., VIDEO 1) is correct.
≥An incorrect resolution is selected in “Component Video Resolution”, when the television is...

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HDMI connections (continued)Page
Card
Other difficulties with playback
When other Panasonic products respond to this remote control
Change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote control (the two must match) if you place other Panasonic products close 
together.
No sound.
Low volume.
Distorted sound.
Cannot hear the desired audio 
type.≥Audio may not be heard when more than 4 devices are connected with HDMI cables.
Reduce the number of connected devices.
≥The sound...

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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.
Disc and card 
handling
Clean discs
Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
Disc and card handling precautions≥Handle discs by the edges to avoid inadvertent scratches or 
fingerprints on the disc.
≥Do not attach labels or stickers to discs (This may cause disc 
warping, rendering it unusable).
≥Do not write on the label side with a...

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Specifications
Signal system: NTSC
Operating temperature range:i5 to i35 oC (i41 to i95 xF)
Operating humidity range:10 to 80 % RH (no condensation)
Playable disc:
BD-Video
BD-ROM: Version 2
BD-RE: Version 3 (Single Layer, Dual Layer), JPEG
§6
BD-R Version 2 (Single Layer, Dual Layer)
DVD-RAM: DVD Video Recording format, 
AVCHD format
§7, JPEG§4
DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD-R DL:
DVD-Video format§1, DVD-Video Recording 
format, AVCHD for mat§1, 7
+R/+RW/+R DL: Video§1, AVCHD format§1, 7
DVD-VIDEO:...

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Glossary
AVCHDAVCHD is a new format (standard) for high definition video cameras 
that can be used to record and play high-resolution HD images. 
BD-JSome BD-Video discs contain Java applications, and these 
applications are called BD-J. You can enjoy various interactive 
features in addition to playing normal video.
BitstreamThis is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 channel) 
before it is decoded into its various channels.
Dolby DigitalThis is a method of coding...

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Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A. )
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Panasonic Blu-ray Disc Player Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty CoverageIf your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or 
workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or...