Panasonic Dmp Bdt220 Owners Manual

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Owner’s Manual
Blu-ray Disc
TM Player
Model No. DMP-BDT220
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
If you have any questions contact
U.S.A. and Puerto Rico : 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Canada : 1-800-561-5505
until 
2012/01/12
PPC
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Getting started
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.
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.
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 IN THE U.S.A. 
AND CANADA
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules and 
RSS-Gen of IC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 
(1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) this 
device must accept any interference, including interference 
that may cause undesired operation of this device.
Contains FCC ID: MCLT77H330
Contains IC:2878D-T77H330
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in 
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure 
limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets 
the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in 
Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio 
frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very 
low levels of RF energy that is deemed to comply without 
maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). But it is 
desirable that it should be installed and operated keeping 
the radiator at least 20cm (7
7/8q) or more away from person’s 
body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).
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.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the 
attached installation instructions and use only shielded 
interface cables when connecting to peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the 
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s 
authority to operate this equipment.
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.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: Panasonic
Model No.:  DMP-BDT220
Responsible Party:
Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support Contact:
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
Telephone No.: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian 
ICES-003.
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Connections & Settings
Playback
Settings
Reference
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Unit
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
≥Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.
≥ Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this unit.
≥ Use only the recommended accessories.
≥ Do not remove covers.
≥ Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified 
service personnel.
AC power supply cord
≥ Install this unit so that the power cord can be unplugged from the 
socket outlet immediately if any problem occurs.
SD card
≥ Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent 
swallowing.
Unit
≥ This unit utilizes a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or 
performance of procedures other than those specified herein may 
result in hazardous radiation exposure.
≥ Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles, on 
this unit.
Placement
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
≥ Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in 
another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.
≥ Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with newspapers, 
tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.
≥ Do not place the unit on amplifiers/receivers or equipment that 
may become hot. The heat can damage the unit.
Batteries
Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can 
damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.
≥ Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only 
with the type recommended by the manufacturer.
≥ When disposing the batteries, please contact your local authorities 
or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
≥ Do not mix old and new batteries or different types at the same 
time.
≥ Do not heat or expose to flame.
≥ Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for 
a long period of time with doors and windows closed.
≥ Do not take apart or short circuit.
≥ Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
≥ Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
Remove batteries if the remote control is not going to be used for a 
long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.
(Inside of product)
Table of contents
Getting started
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . 2
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Unit and media care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Playable media  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Connections & Settings
STEP 1 : Connecting to a TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
STEP 2 : Connecting to  an amplifier/receiver  . . . . . . . . . . . 9
STEP 3 : Connecting to the network . . . . . . 10
STEP 4 : Connecting to  an AC power source  . . . . . . . . . . 10
STEP 5 : Settings  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Playback
Inserting or removing media  . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
HOME menu  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Multi User Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Playback  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Enjoying Network Service (NETFLIX, etc.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Home Network feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
VIERA Link
TM “HDAVI ControlTM” . . . . . . . . . 21
Settings
Option menu  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Reference
Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Messages  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Supplemental information  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Precautions of Wireless LAN connection. . . 36
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41, 42
Referencia rápida en español (Spanish Quick Reference) . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Index  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back cover
WARNING
CAUTION
≥ Restriction on use of unauthorized 
copied content  (
>38)
≥ About Firmware updates (
>13)
Getting started
Connections & Settings
Playback
Settings
Reference
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Accessories
Check the supplied accessories before using this 
unit.
1 Remote control (N2QAYB000719)
2 Batteries for remote control
1 AC power supply cord (K2CB2CB00022)
	≥Product numbers provided in this Owner’s Manual correct 
as of December 2011. These may be subject to change.
≥ Do not use AC power supply cord with other equipment.
∫ Using the remote control
Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the 
remote control.
Point it at the remote control signal sensor on this 
unit. ( >7)
Unit and media care
∫ Clean this unit with a soft, dr y 
cloth
≥Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to 
clean this unit.
≥ Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully 
read the instructions that came with the cloth.
∫ This unit’s lens
Use the lens cleaner (not  supplied) to clean the 
unit’s lens.
∫ 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.
≥ Do not use disc cleaning sprays, benzine, 
thinner, static electricity prevention liquids or 
any other solvent.
≥ Clean any dust, water, or foreign matter from 
the terminals on the rear side of the card.
≥ Do not use the following discs:
– Discs with exposed adhesive from removed 
stickers or labels (rented discs, etc).
– Discs that are badly warped or cracked.
– Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart  shapes.
∫ To dispose or transfer this unit
The unit may keep the user settings information in 
the unit. If you discard this unit either by disposal 
or transfer, then follow the procedure to return all 
the settings to the factory presets to delete the 
user settings. ( >31, “To return all settings to the 
factory preset.”)
≥ The operation history may be recorded in the 
memory of this unit.
[For_Canada]
The enclosed Canadian French label sheet corresponds 
to the English display on the front and back side of the 
unit.

R6/LR6, AA

(Alkaline or manganese batteries)
DO 
DO NOT
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Playable media
≥See pages 6 and 37 for more information on the types of content that can be played.
TypeLogo examplesType detailPlayable contents
BD-Video Video
BD-RE Video, JPEG, MPO
BD-R Video, MKV
DVD-Video Video
DVD-R Video, AVCHD, 
AVCHD 3D, 
MKV, JPEG, 
MPO, FLAC, MP3, 
WAV
DVD-R DL
DVD-RW Video, AVCHD, 
AVCHD 3D
— +R/+RW/+R DL
Music CD Music [CD-DA]
— CD-R
CD-RW MKV, JPEG, 
MPO, FLAC, MP3, 
Music [CD-DA], WAV
SD Memory Card (from 8 MB to 2 GB)
SDHC Memory Card (from 4 GB to 32 GB) SDXC Memory Card (48 GB, 64 GB)
(Compatible with both mini and micro types)
AVCHD, AVCHD 3D, 
MP4, MPEG2, JPEG, 
MPO
— USB devices
(up to 2 TB) MP4, MPEG, MKV, 
JPEG, MPO, FLAC, 
MP3, WAV
BD
DVD
CD
SD
USB
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∫Discs that cannot be played in 
this unit
Any other disc that is not specifically 
supported or previously described.
≥DVD-RAM
≥ Super Audio CD
≥ Photo CD
≥ DVD-Audio
≥ Video CD and Super Video CD
≥ WMA discs
≥ All types of DivX discs
≥ PAL discs
≥ HD DVD
≥BD-Video discs recorded at a rate of 50 fields/sec
∫ Region management information
BD-Video
This unit can play BD-Video discs supporting the 
region code “A” .
DVD-Video
This unit can play DVD-Video discs supporting 
the region number  “1” or “ALL” .
∫Finalize
DVD-R/RW/R DL, +R/+RW/+R DL and CD-R/RW 
recorded by a recorder, etc. needs to be finalized 
by the recorder to play on this unit. Please refer to 
the recorder’s instructions.
∫BD-Video
≥This unit supports high bit rate audio (Dolby 
Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD High 
Resolution Audio and DTS-HD Master Audio) 
adopted in BD-Video.
≥ If “Dolby D/Dolby D +/Dolby TrueHD” is set to 
“PCM”, the maximum possible number of Dolby 
sound is 5.1ch PCM.  (> 26)
∫3D
≥3D videos and 3D still pictures can be played 
back when this unit is connected to a 3D 
compatible TV using a High Speed HDMI Cable.
≥2D video can be enjoyed as 3D virtually. ( >24)
∫ Music CD
≥Operation and sound quality of CDs that do not 
conform to CD-DA specifications (copy control 
CDs, etc.) cannot be guaranteed.
≥ The digital audio content side of a DualDisc 
does not meet the technical specifications of 
the Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA) format 
so playback may not be possible.
∫ SD card
≥miniSD Cards, microSD Cards, 
microSDHC Cards and microSDXC 
Cards can be used, but must be used 
with an adaptor card. These are 
usually supplied with such cards, or 
otherwise customer provided.
≥To protect the card’s contents, move the 
record prevention tab (on the SD card) to “LOCK”.
≥This unit is compatible with SD Memory Cards 
that meet SD Card Specifications FAT12 and 
FAT16 formats, as well as SDHC Memory 
Cards in FAT32 format (Does not support long 
file names.) and SDXC Memory Cards in 
exFAT.
≥ If the SD card is used with incompatible 
computers or devices, recorded contents may 
be erased due to the card being formatted etc.
≥ Useable memory may be slightly less than the 
card capacity.
∫ USB device
≥This unit does not guarantee connection with all 
USB devices.
≥This unit does not support USB device charging.≥FAT12, FAT16, FAT32 and NTFS file systems 
are supported.
≥ This unit supports USB2.0 High Speed.
≥ This unit supports an HDD formatted in FAT32 
and NTFS. If the HDD is not recognized the 
power to the HDD may not be supplied. Supply 
power from an external source.
	≥It may not be possible to play the above media in some cases 
due to the type of media, the condition of the recording, the 
recording method and how the files were created.
≥ The producers of the disc can control how discs are 
played, so you may not always be able to control play as 
described in this Owner’s Manual. Read the disc’s 
instructions carefully.
Example:
2
4
1ALL1
Example:
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Control reference guide
1 Turn the unit on and off
2 TV operation buttonsYou can operate the Panasonic TV through 
the unit’s remote control. (Depending on the 
TV these buttons may not work.)
[ÍTV] : Turn the television on and off
[AV]  : Switch the input select
[ ij VOL]  :  Adjust the volume
3 Select title numbers, etc./Enter numbers or 
characters
[CANCEL] : Cancel
4 Basic playback control buttons ( >16)
5 Show status messages ( >17)
6 Show Pop-up menu/Top menu ( >17)
7 Show Option menu ( >22)
8 Color buttons  Used for various purposes depending on the 
display
9 Transmit the remote control signal
10 Open or close the disc tray ( >14)
11 Show NETFLIX screen ( >19)
12 Start up a video communication ( >19)
13 Setup 3D effects ( >24)
14 Switch on/off Secondary Video 
(Picture-in-picture) ( >23)
15 Select audio (> 16)
16 Exit the menu screen
17 Show the Home screen of the VIERA  Connect ( >19)
18 Show HOME menu ( >14)
19 [ 3,4 ,2, 1] : 
Move the highlight for selection[OK] : Confirm the selection
(2; )(;1 ) : Frame-by-frame ( >16)
20 Return to previous screen
1 Standby/on switch ( Í/I)  (> 11 )
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.
2 Disc tray ( >14)
3 SD card slot ( >14)
4 USB port (> 14)
5 CALL LED  (> 19)
The LED will light up when this unit receives 
incoming call etc. of the video communication.
6 Remote control signal sensor
Distance: Within approx. 7 m (23 feet)
Angle: Approx. 20 e up and down, 30 e left and 
right
7 Display
8 Stop ( >16)
9 Start play ( >16)
10 Open or close the disc tray ( >14)
Rear panel terminals ( >8–10)
1
2
3
4
5
6 17
8 7
18 16
20 19
14
13
15
12 11
10 9
SD CARDCALL
1
234789
10
6
5
Pull to flip down 
the front panel.
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STEP 1 : Connecting to a TV
Perform either one of the following connections in accordance with your TV input terminal.
≥Before making any connections, we suggest to tempor arily disconnect all the units from AC power.
≥ Do not connect video signals through a video recorder. Due to copy guard protection the picture may 
not be displayed properly.
≥ Use the High Speed HDMI cables. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.
It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDM I cable. When outputting 1080p signal, please use 
HDMI cables 5.0 meters (16.4 ft.) or less.
Recommended part number (High Speed HDMI Cable):
RP-CDHS15 (1.5 m/4.9 ft.), RP-CDHS30 (3.0 m/ 9.8 ft.), RP-CDHS50 (5.0 m/16.4 ft.), etc.
≥ Connect terminals of the same color.
HDMI AV OUT (High quality)
VIDEO OUT (Standard quality)
HDMI IN
HDMI cable
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
L
R
Audio/Video cable
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STEP 2 : Connecting to an amplifier/receiver
Perform either one of the following connections in accordance with your amplifier/receiver input 
terminal.
≥ Set “Digital Audio Output” ( >26).
≥When connecting to a non-3D compatible amplifier/receiver, connect this unit to a TV via HDMI AV OUT, 
then connect the TV and the amplifier/receiver. Please note, however,  that the audio can only be up to 
5.1ch.
≥ When using the TV or amplifier/receiver that does not have the indication of “(ARC)” 
(non-ARC-compatible) on the HDMI terminal, in order to enjoy TV’s sound by amplifier/receiver it is 
also required to connect the amplifier/receiver and TV using an optical digital cable.
≥ Set “HDMI Audio Output” to “Off” ( >26).
≥ Set “Digital Audio Output” ( >26).
HDMI AV OUT
HDMI IN
(ARC)HDMI OUT (ARC)HDMI IN
Amplifier/receiver
HDMI cable
HDMI cable
OPTICAL
OPTICAL IN
Amplifier/receiver
Optical digital cable
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STEP 3 : Connecting to the network
The following services can be used when this unit is connected to broadband.
≥ Firmware can be updated  (> 13)
≥ You can enjoy BD-Live ( >17)
≥ You can enjoy VIERA Connect ( >19)
≥ You can access other devices (Home Network) ( >20)
≥ This unit supports Wi-Fi Direct
TM and can make a wireless connecti on to wireless devices without 
router. You can use this function when enjoying Home  Network feature, etc. Internet access is not 
available while connected via Wi-Fi Direct
TM. ( > 20, 28)
For details about connection method, refer to the instructions supplied with the connected equipment.
This unit can be connected to  a wireless router wirelessly.
≥ For up to date compatibility information on your wireless router refer to
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/
(This site is in English only.)
For additional information about this unit refer to 
http://www.panasonic.com/consumer/support (For U.S.A.)
≥ The unit is not compatible with public wireless LAN  services provided in airports, stations, cafes etc.
≥ See page 36 for the precautions  of wireless LAN connection.
≥ Use category 5 or above straight LAN cables (STP) when connecting to peripheral devices.
≥ Inserting any cable other than a LAN cabl e in the LAN terminal can damage the unit.
STEP 4 : Connecting to an AC power source
≥This unit consumes a small amount of AC power ( >37) even when turned off. In the interest of 
power conservation, if you will not be using this unit for an extended period of time, it can be 
disconnected.
Wireless LAN connection
LAN cable connection
Wireless router, etc. Internet
LAN Cable
Internet
Broadband router, etc.
AC power supply cord (supplied) To a household AC outlet
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