IMPORTANTSAFETY

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.

1Read these instructions.

2Keep these instructions.

3Heed all warnings.

4Follow all instructions.

5Do not use this apparatus near water.

6Clean only with dry cloth.

7Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer???s instructions.

8Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9Do 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.

10Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12Use 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

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.

Small object

???Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

???Keep the screws out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

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CAUTION

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.

Speaker

???Use only supplied speakers

The main unit and supplied speakers are to be used only as indicated in this Owner???s Manual. Failure to do so may lead to damage to the amplifier and/or the speakers, and may result in the risk of fire. Consult a qualified service person if damage has occurred or if you experience a sudden change in performance.

???Be careful not to cross (short-circuit) or reverse the polarity of the speaker wires as doing so may damage the speakers.

???Do not hold the speaker in one hand to avoid injury by dropping the speaker when carrying.

???You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if you play sound at high levels over extended periods.

???Do not touch the front netted area of the speakers. Hold by the sides.

???When carrying speakers, hold the stand and base parts.

???Place speakers on flat, secure surfaces.

???To avoid injury by falling or dropping the speaker, place the speaker cables with care not to stumble or hook.

???Do not stand on the base for the speaker. Be cautious when children are near.

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)

Getting started

Playback

Radio

TV &

Accessories

Getting started

Unit and media care

??? Clean this unit with a soft, dry 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. (> 44, ???To return all settings to the factory preset.???)

The operation history may be recorded in the memory of this unit.

??? 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???.

Example:

DVD-Video

This unit can play DVD-Video discs supporting the region number ???1??? or ???ALL???.

Example: 1 ALL 124

??? 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.

??? 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. (> 35)

??? 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 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.

Getting started

Control reference guide

Remote control

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??? Using the remote control

Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control.

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R6/LR6, AA

(Alkaline or manganese batteries)

Point it at the remote control signal sensor on this unit. (> 9)

Main unit (Front)

iPod

SD CARD

Getting started

1Standby/on switch [??/I] (> 18)

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.

2Open or close the disc tray (> 20)

3Adjust the volume of the main unit

4Disc tray

5Stop (> 23)

6Start play (> 23)

7SD card slot (> 20)

8USB port (> 20)

9Remote control signal sensor Distance: Within approx. 7 m (23 ft.)

Angle: Approx. 20o up and down, 30o left and right

10Display

11Dock for iPod/iPhone (> 26)

1AC IN terminal (> 17)

*(For units with PX printed on the packaging) The terminal is not polarized.

2Speaker terminals (> 13)

3Cooling fan

4LAN port (> 17)

5USB port (> 30)

6HDMI AV OUT (ARC) terminal (> 14, 16)

7HDMI1 IN (CABLE/SAT) terminal (> 16)

(on the bottom of the unit)

8HDMI2 IN terminal (> 16)

9DIGITAL AUDIO IN terminal (> 14, 15, 16)

10FM radio antenna terminal (> 15)

11AUX terminal (> 15)

12VIDEO OUT terminal (> 15)

13Digital transmitter dock for wireless system

14(For units with PX printed on the packaging) AC Voltage selector (> 17)

ACenter speaker

???Put on a rack or shelf not to interfere with the TV's various sensors (ambient light, etc.). Vibration caused by the speaker can disrupt the picture if it is placed directly on the TV.

B Front speakers

C Subwoofer

DSurround speakers

???Place the speakers at the same height or higher than ear level.

STEP 2: Preparing the speakers

Assembling the front speakers

1 Attach the stand to the base.

Thread the speaker cable through the base.

2 Tighten the 3 screws (supplied) securely.

3 Attach the speaker.

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Getting started

STEP 3: Connections

Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropriate owner???s manual.

Do not connect the AC power supply cord until all other connections are complete.

Speaker connection

Connect the speaker cables to the terminals of the same color.

Getting started

Standard picture and better audio

L

R

Video cable (not supplied)

Standard picture and audio

Video cable (not supplied)

FM antenna connection

Affix this end of the antenna to a wall or pillar where the reception is best.

FM indoor antenna (supplied)

??? Use an FM outdoor antenna if radio reception is poor.

Getting started

HDMI cable (not supplied)

HDMI cable (not supplied)

Connection to the network

The following services can be used when this unit is connected to broadband.

For details about connection method, refer to the instructions supplied with the connected equipment.

Wireless LAN connection

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 3 for the precautions of wireless LAN connection.

LAN cable connection

LAN Cable (not supplied)

???Use category 5 or above straight LAN cables (STP) when connecting to peripheral devices.

???Inserting any cable other than a LAN cable in the LAN terminal can damage the unit.

STEP 4: Connecting to an AC power source

Connect only after all other connections are complete.

Getting started

AC power supply cord (supplied)

To a household AC outlet

VOLT ADJ

Set the voltage at the bottom of the main unit.

??? Use a flat-head screwdriver to move the voltage selector to the appropriate position for the area in which this system is used.

??? If the power plug does not fit your AC outlet, use the AC plug adaptor (supplied). If it still doesn't fit, contact an electrical parts distributor for assistance.

STEP 5: Settings

Easy Setting

After connecting your new home theater for the first time and pressing [??], a screen for the basic settings will appear.

Preparation

Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the television.

1 Press [??].

Setup screen appears.

2 Follow the on-screen instructions and apply the settings.

???You can perform this setup anytime by selecting ???Easy Setting??? in the Setup menu. (> 39)

???If this unit is connected to a Panasonic TV (VIERA) supporting HDAVI Control 2 or later via an HDMI cable, then setting information on the TV such as ???On-screen Language??? is acquired by this unit.

Easy Network Setting

After completing ???Easy Setting???, you can perform ???Easy Network Setting???.

Wired connection

Select ???Wired??? and press [OK].

Easy Network Setting

Select a connection mode.

Current setting : Wired

Wired

Wireless

OK

RETURN

Follow the on-screen instructions to apply your connection settings.

Wireless connection

Preparation

???Obtain your network name (> 19, SSID).

???If your wireless connection is encrypted, please be sure that you know your encryption key (password).

1 Select ???Wireless??? and press [OK].

2 Select ???Search for wireless network??? or ???WPS (PUSH button method)??? and press [OK], then follow the on-screen instructions and apply the settings.

Wireless Settings

Select a connection method.

Please refer to the operating instructions of your wireless access point about connection methods.

Search for wireless network

WPS (PUSH button method)

??????WPS (PUSH button method)???

If you are using a wireless router that supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected SetupTM), you can easily perform the settings.

??????Search for wireless network???

The available wireless networks will be displayed. 1 Select your network name and press [OK].

???If your network name is not displayed, search again by pressing the [R] button on the remote control. Stealth SSID will not be displayed, in this case enter manually.

Wireless Settings

Select a wireless network for connection.

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When your wireless network is encrypted

2 Press [OK] to select ???Encryption Key???.

Wireless Settings

Enter the encryption key (password) of the wireless network.

Encryption Key

Set

3 Enter your encryption key (password).

To enter your network name (SSID) manually

If your network name (SSID) is not displayed in step 1, follow these steps.

1To display the network name (SSID) input screen:

Press [HOME] > select ???Others??? > [OK] > select ???Setup??? > [OK] > select ???Network??? > [OK] > select ???Network Settings??? > [OK] > select ???Wireless Settings??? > [OK] > select ???Connection Setting??? > [OK] > select ???Manual setting??? > [OK]

2Press [OK] to select ???SSID??? and enter your SSID.

Wireless Settings

Enter your network name (SSID) to connect.

SSID

Set

???If your wireless network is encrypted, go to step 2.

???Refer to the operating instructions of the hub or router.

???WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is a standard that facilitates

settings relating to the connection and security of wireless LAN devices. To see whether your wireless router supports WPS, check the wireless router operating instructions.

???You can perform this setup anytime by selecting ???Easy Network Setting??? in the Setup menu. (> 38)

???You can redo these settings individually using ???Network Settings???. (> 38)

???Do not use this unit to connect to any wireless network for which you do not have usage rights.

During automatic searches in a wireless network environment, wireless networks (SSID*) for which you do not have usage rights may be displayed; however, using these networks may be regarded as illegal access.

???After performing network settings on this unit, the settings (encryption level, etc.) of the wireless router might change. When you have trouble getting online on your PC, perform the network settings on your PC in accordance with the settings of the wireless router.

???Please be aware that connecting to a network without encryption may result in the content of the communication being illegitimately viewed by a third party, or the leaking of data such as personal or secret information.

*SSID:

An SSID (Service Set IDentification) is a name used by wireless LAN to identify a particular network. Transmission is possible if the SSID matches for both devices.

Reprogramming the remote control

If you have more than one Panasonic products and the remote control operates both products at once, you will need to change the remote control code to prevent this occurrence. (> 40, ???Remote Control Code???)

Firmware updates

Occasionally, Panasonic may release updated firmware for this unit that may add or improve the way a feature operates. These updates are available free of charge.

This unit is capable of checking the firmware automatically when connected to the Internet via a broadband connection.

When a new firmware version is available, the following message is displayed.

New firmware is available.

Please update firmware in Setup.

To update the firmware

Press [HOME] > select ???Others??? > [OK] > select ???Setup??? > [OK] > select ???System??? > [OK] > select ???Firmware Update??? > [OK] > select ???Update Now??? > [OK]

DO NOT DISCONNECT the unit from the AC power or perform any operation while the update takes place.

After the firmware is installed, ???FINISH??? will be displayed on the unit???s display. Unit will restart and the following screen will be displayed.

The firmware was updated.

Current Version: x.xx

OK

RETURN

???If downloading on this unit fails or this unit is not connected to the Internet, then you can download the latest firmware from the following website and burn it to a CD-R to update the firmware. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/

(This site is in English only.)

To show the firmware version on this unit. (> 40, ???Firmware Version Information???)

???Downloading will require several minutes. It may take longer or may not work properly depending on the connection environment.

???If you do not want to check for the latest firmware version, set ???Automatic Update Check??? to ???Off???. (> 40)

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Getting started

HOME menu

Major functions of this unit can be operated from the HOME menu.

Preparation

Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the television.

1 Press [??] to turn on the unit.

2 Press [OK] or [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the item.

???If there are any other items, repeat this step.

HOME

Home theaterEXT IN Network FM Radio

EXT IN

When you want to output audio of an external device from this unit, select the name of the terminal to which you have connected the device.

If audio output from a TV or STB is selected, ???(TV)??? or ???(CABLE/SATELLITE)??? is displayed. (> 37)

Network

FM Radio

To enjoy the FM radio (> 29)

Videos/Photos/Music

Sound

Select sound quality (equalizer). (> 34)

iPod

???Items to be displayed may vary with the media.

???When the selector is switched, it may take time to play back the selected video and/or audio.

???To save on electricity, the power is turned off automatically if there is no button operation for about 30 minutes when not playing back (such as when paused, displaying the menu, displaying still pictures, etc.). (Compatible with

ENERGY STAR)

Getting started

Multi User Mode

Multi User Mode is a function that enables switching of multiple settings easily.

Up to 4 people can use the unit with their own settings.

Following settings can be personalized.

???The user icon

???The wallpaper of Home menu

???The audio and picture settings (> 32, 35)

4 Select ???Confirm??? and press [OK].

To change the personalized user information

Select ???Edit User Information??? from Setup menu. (> 40)

Input Nickname Personalize a user name.

Personalize a user icon.

Select from illustrations

Switching the user

??? Using colored buttons

Press the colored buttons in the Home menu to switch to the user corresponding to the button.

???Using facial recognition

(Only when connected to Communication Camera > 30)

1 Press [OPTION] in the Home menu.

2 Select ???Facial Recognition??? and press [OK].

3 Turn the face to Communication Camera.

The camera determines the closest face from the face pictures of the personalized users and displays the results.

4 Press [OK].

??? To redo the facial recognition, press [RETURN].

???Using registered smartphones

When the unit is turned on using the registered smartphone, the user who registered the smartphone will automatically be selected.

???Perform the ???Remote Device Settings???. (> 38)

???To use smartphones as a remote control, installation of

dedicated software is required. For more details, refer to the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/

(This site is in English only.)

Playback

1 Insert the media.

Playback starts depending on the media.

2 Select the item to play and press [OK].

Repeat this procedure if necessary.

???DISCS CONTINUE TO ROTATE WHILE MENUS ARE DISPLAYED. Press [???STOP] when you have finished playback to protect the unit???s motor, your television screen and so on.

???MKV: Successive play is not possible.

???It is not possible to play back AVCHD and MPEG2 video which have been dragged and dropped, copied and pasted to the media.

Operations during playback

Following functions may not work depending on the media and contents.

Stop

Press [???STOP].

The stopped position is memorized.

Resume play function

Press [1PLAY] to restart from this position.

???The position is cleared if the tray is opened or you press [???STOP] several times to display ???STOP??? on the unit???s display.

???On BD-Video discs including BD-J, the resume play function does not work.

Pause

Press [;PAUSE].

??? Press [;PAUSE] again or [1PLAY] to restart play.

Search/Slow-motion

Search

While playing, press [SEARCH6] or [SEARCH5].

??? Music and MP3: The speed is fixed to a single step.

Slow-motion

While paused, press [SEARCH6] or [SEARCH5].

??? BD-Video and AVCHD: [SEARCH5] only.

The speed increases up to 5 steps.

??? Press [1PLAY] to revert to normal playback speed.

Skip

While playing or paused, press [:] or [9].

Skip to the title, chapter or track.

Frame-by-frame

While paused, press [2] (2;) or [1] (;1).

???Press and hold to change in succession forward or backward.

???Press [1PLAY] to revert to normal playback speed.

???BD-Video and AVCHD: [1] (;1) only.

Changing audio

Press and hold [jAUDIO] to activate the audio setting mode.

You can change the audio channel number or soundtrack language, etc.

Getting started

Playback

Displaying menus and playback information

Show top menu/pop-up menu

Press [POP-UP MENU/TOP MENU].

??? Select the item and press [OK].

Show the status messages

While playing, press [STATUS].

The status messages give you information about what is currently being played. Each time you press [STATUS], the display information may change or will disappear from the screen.

???Depending on media and contents, the display may change or may not appear.

e.g., BD-Video

A B

BD-Video

T1 C1 0:05.14

Play

0:20.52

CD

A T: Title, C: Chapter, PL: Playlist B Elapsed time in the title

C Current position D Total time

e.g., JPEG

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Manufacturer

Equipment

Enjoying 3D video and photos

Preparation

Connect 3D compatible TV to an HDMI AV OUT terminal of this unit using a High Speed HDMI Cable. (> 14, 16)

???Perform the necessary preparations for the TV.

???Play back following the instructions displayed on the screen.

???3D Settings (> 35, 37)

???Please refrain from viewing 3D images if you do not feel

well or are experiencing visual fatigue.

In the event that you experience dizziness, nausea, or other discomfort while viewing 3D images, discontinue use and rest your eyes.

???3D images may not output as settings of ???HDMI Resolution??? and ???24p Output???. (> 36)

???When playing back 3D photos from ???Photos??? screen, select from the ???3D??? list. (Still pictures in ???2D??? are played back in 2D.) If ???2D??? and ???3D??? indications are not displayed, press [R] to switch the view of playback contents.

Enjoying BD-Live

With ???BD-Live??? discs, you can enjoy bonus contents that use Internet access.

For this BD-Live function, insertion of an SD card is necessary along with Internet connection.

1 Perform network connection and settings. (> 17, 18)

2 Insert an SD card with 1 GB or more free space.

??? The SD card is used as the local storage.

3 Insert the disc.

???Deleting data/Formatting SD cards

Select ???SD Card Management??? in the Home menu (> 21), then select ???BD-Video Data

Erase??? or ???Format SD Card??? and press [OK].

???The usable functions and the operating method may vary with each disc, please refer to the instructions on the disc and/or visit their website.

??????BD-Live Internet Access??? may need to be changed for certain discs (> 39).

Slideshow

Play a slideshow of photos and make various settings during the playback.

1 Insert the media.

2 Select ???Photos???.

3 Select an item and press [G].

The following items can be set.

???When a music CD, a USB device with music recorded, and an iPod/iPhone are inserted/connected to this unit, iPod/iPhone has priority to played back as background music.

Using the iPod/iPhone

Compatible iPod/iPhone (as of January 2012)

???Update your iPod/iPhone with the latest software before using this unit.

???Compatibility depends on the software version of your iPod/iPhone.

???iPod/iPhone compatibility assures music, video and photo playback and battery charge functions of this unit as a home theater system.

iPod touch:

1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th generation

iPod nano:

1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th* generation

iPod classic

iPod: 5th* generation

iPhone 4S/ iPhone 4 / iPhone 3GS / iPhone 3G/ iPhone

*Playback functions on the main unit may be limited in the ???All??? mode.

???In some locations, reception status of an iPhone may be poor when it is loaded on this unit.

???When the iPhone receives a call while connected to this unit, playback, etc. of the iPhone may stop.

To prioritize the operation with the iPhone connected to this unit, make the setting so that the iPhone does not receive calls.

???Avoid using Wi-Fi mode on your iPhone while the network functions or surround speakers on this unit are in use

wirelessly.

About recharging the battery

???iPod/iPhone will start recharging regardless of whether this unit is on or off.

??????IPOD CHARGING??? will be shown on the main unit???s display during iPod/iPhone charging in main unit standby mode.

???iPod/iPhone will not be recharged after the battery charge completion.

Playback

iPod/iPhone Connection

Preparation

???Turn the main unit off or reduce the volume of the main unit to its minimum.

1 Push the center of drawer (A), and pull out fully until it clicks to open the dock.

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The center of drawer

2 Attach the dock adapter (B) until it is firmly in place.

???To purchase a dock adapter, consult your local dealer for iPod/iPhone.

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3 Connect the iPod/iPhone firmly.

???Check that the connector has no dust or foreign materials before connecting.

iPod/iPhone (not supplied)

???Make sure that the video cable connection is made to view photos/videos on the TV.

VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN

iPod/iPhone Playback

Preparation

???To display the picture, turn on the TV and select the appropriate video input mode.

1 Press [HOME].

2 Select ???iPod??? and press [OK].

3 Select the item to play.

???Select ???All??? mode to display the photo.

???Repeat this procedure if necessary.

???All??? mode

If ???All??? mode is used, you can use your iPod or iPhone to play back music/photo/video files. The remote control of this unit can be used to control iPod/iPhone operations.

Album artwork (For music playback only.)

e.g., music playback screen

iPod

Good morning

Ronaldo

Happy days

1:00

???If album artwork is not contained in the data, ??? ??? will appear on TV.

???Depending on the software version of your iPod/iPhone, the album artwork may not appear properly.

???Some operations may not work while reading the album artwork.

???The setting of the playback mode will be kept until changes are made on the same iPod/iPhone.

???This function does not work when ???All??? is selected.

???Surround sound effect and sound mode are available.

VIERA LinkTM

???HDAVI ControlTM???

What is VIERA Link ???HDAVI Control????

VIERA LinkTM is a new name for EZ SyncTM. VIERA Link ???HDAVI Control??? is a convenient function which will link the operations of this unit and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) under ???HDAVI Control???.

You can use this function by connecting the equipment with an HDMI cable. See the operating instructions for connected equipment for operational details.

Preparation

1Set ???VIERA Link??? to ???On??? (> 39). (The default setting is ???On???.)

2Set the ???HDAVI Control??? operations on the connected equipment (e.g., TV).

3Turn on all ???HDAVI Control??? compatible equipment and select this unit???s input channel on the connected TV so that the ???HDAVI Control??? function works properly.

Also when the connection or settings are changed, repeat this procedure.

Automatic input switching Power on link

When the following operations are performed, the input channel of the television will be automatically switched and the screen of this unit will be displayed.

When the television is off, the television will automatically turn on.

???When play starts on the unit

???When an action that uses the display screen is performed

(e.g., Home menu)

???This function does not work when the iPod/ iPhone selector is chosen. (> 26)

Power Off link

All connected equipment compatible with ???HDAVI Control???, including this unit, automatically turns off when you switch the television off.

Playing music continuously even after turning off power to the television

When the unit is connected to a Panasonic TV (VIERA) that supports HDAVI Control 2 or later. Select ???Video??? in ???Power Off link??? (> 39)

Easy control only with

VIERA remote control

Only when TV supports ???HDAVI Control 2??? or later

By using the TV remote control, you can perform various playback operations and settings.

See the operating instructions of the TV for more details.

???The buttons that you can use for this unit vary depending on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions for the TV.

???The operation of this unit may be interrupted when you press certain buttons on the TV remote control.

???This unit supports ???HDAVI Control 5??? function.

???HDAVI Control 5??? is the newest standard (current as of November, 2011) for Panasonic???s HDAVI Control compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with Panasonic???s conventional HDAVI equipment.

???VIERA Link ???HDAVI Control???, based on the control functions provided by HDMI which is an industry standard known as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique function that we have developed and added. As such, its operation with other manufacturers??? equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed.

???Please refer to individual manuals for other manufacturers??? equipment supporting VIERA Link function.

Playback

TV & Radio

Enjoying TV and STB with unit???s speakers

You can select whether audio is output from the unit???s speakers or the TV speakers by using the TV menu settings. Switch the audio output setting of the TV to this unit???s speakers.

Select the TV audio

When the TV is turned on, this unit will also automatically turn on.

e.g.,

OPTICAL

OUT

Optical digital audio cable (not supplied)

1 Press [HOME].

2 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select ???Others??? and press [OK].

3 Press [2, 1] to select ???Setup??? and press [OK]. 4 Press [3, 4] to select ???Audio??? and press [OK].

5Press [3, 4] to select ???TV Audio Input??? and press [OK].

6Press [3, 4] to switch ???AUX???, ???ARC??? or ???DIGITAL IN??? and press [OK].

???Select an audio input terminal connected to the unit.

??? For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

Select the STB audio

When the STB power is turned on, this unit and the TV will automatically turn on. The video is output from the TV, and the audio is output from the speakers of this unit.

???When ???HDMI Standby Pass-Through??? is set to ???Yes??? (> 36) this unit will not turn on.

Connecting the HDMI cable

???The setting for audio output is not necessary when the unit is connected to the STB with an HDMI cable.

e.g.,

HDMI cable (not supplied)

Set Top Box, etc.

Connecting the optical digital audio cable

???When this unit and the STB are connected by an optical digital audio cable, the settings below are required to enable output of audio from the speakers of this unit.

e.g.,

HDMI cable (not supplied)

Optical digital audio cable (not supplied)

Set Top Box, etc.

1 Press [EXT-IN] to select ???D-IN???.

2Press [STATUS] to select ???CABLE/

SATELLITE AUDIO ON???.

Set to ???CABLE/SATELLITE AUDIO OFF??? when this unit and the STB are not connected by an optical digital audio cable.

To select a 1-digit number e.g., 1: [1] B [OK].

To select a 2-digit number e.g., 12: [1] B [2].

Alternatively, press [W, X] or [3, 4].

??? Manual tuning and presetting

Select a radio broadcast.

1 Press [RADIO] to select ???FM???.

2 Press [SEARCH6] or [SEARCH5] to select the frequency.

???To start automatic tuning, press and hold [SEARCH6], [SEARCH5] until the frequency starts scrolling. Tuning stops when a station is found.

To preset the channel

3 While listening to the radio broadcast Press [OK].

4While ???P??? is flashing on the display

Press the number buttons to select the channel.

???A station previously stored is overwritten when another station is stored in the same channel preset.

???The radio settings will be shown on the unit's display. (Some settings are also indicated on the TV screen.)

TV & Radio

Reference

VQT3X49 29

Enjoying Network Service (NETFLIX, etc.)

You can access information services from the VIERA Connect Home screen via the Internet.

VIERA Connect provides a variety of selected Internet services such as the following.

???Online movie rental service

???Video communication service

???Video browsing service

XXXXXX

XXXXX

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

Featured Videos

Internet

*Images are for illustration purposes, contents may change without notice.

Preparation

???Network connection (> 17)

???Network setting (> 18)

To enjoy video communication (ex. SkypeTM) :

???Connect this unit with optional Communication Camera (TY-CC20W or TY-CC10W). Depending on your location, this optional camera may not be available. Please consult your local Panasonic dealer for advice.

1 Press [INTERNET].

???The video communication service can be

accessed directly by pressing [] button, and NETFLIX can be accessed directly by pressing [NETFLIX] button.

2 Select the item and press [OK].

To exit from VIERA Connect

Press [EXIT], [HOME] or [POP-UP MENU/TOP MENU].

???When playing content in the media, VIERA Connect cannot be accessed by pressing [INTERNET].

???In the following cases, settings are possible using the Setup menu items.

???When restricting the use of VIERA Connect (> 39, ???Network Service Lock???)

???When the audio is distorted

(> 38, ???Audio Auto Gain Control???)

???When wrong time is displayed (> 38, ???Time Zone???, ???DST???)

???If using slow Internet connection, the video may not be displayed correctly. A high-speed Internet service with a speed of at least 6 Mbps is recommended.

???Be sure to update the firmware when a firmware update notice is displayed on the screen. If the firmware is not updated, you will not be able to use the VIERA Connect function. (> 19)

???VIERA Connect Home screen is subject to change without notice.

???The services through VIERA Connect are operated by their respective service providers, and service may be discontinued either temporarily or permanently without notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty for the content or the continuity of the services.

???All features of websites or content of the service may not be available.

???Some content may be inappropriate for some viewers.

???Some content may only be available for specific countries and may be presented in specific languages.

Home Network feature

Playing back contents on the DLNA server

You can share photos, videos and music stored in the DLNA Certified media server (PC with Windows 7 installed, smartphone, etc.) connected to your home network, and enjoy the contents with this home theater.

Server

Home Theater

Preparation

1 Perform network connection (> 17) and network settings (> 18) of this unit.

2Perform Home Network settings of the connected equipment.

3Add the contents and folder to the libraries of the Windows Media?? Player or the smartphone, etc.

???Playlist of Windows Media?? Player can play back only the contents that are stored in the libraries.

1 Press [HOME].

2 Select ???Network???.

3 Select ???Home Network???.

4 Select ???DLNA Client???.

???The list can be updated by pressing [R] on the remote control.

???The connection method can be switched to Wi-Fi Direct by pressing [G] on the remote control.

5 Select the equipment and press [OK].

6 Select the item to play and press [OK].

???You may be able to use convenient functions depending on the content by pressing [OPTION].

???Control Panel (> 33) is displayed once the playback starts. Press [OK] if the Control Panel is not displayed, and press [RETURN] to hide the Control Panel.

To exit from Home Network

Press [EXIT], [HOME] or [POP-UP MENU/TOP MENU].

Using the Digital Media

Controller

You can use the smartphone, etc. as the Digital Media Controller (DMC) to play back contents from DLNA server on the Renderer (this unit).

Possible applications:

* DMC compatible software should be installed.

Preparation

Perform steps 1 to 3. (> left)

4Perform the ???Remote Device Settings???. (> 38) ??? You can register up to 16 devices.

1

2

3

4

5 Select ???Home Network??? or ???Wi-Fi Direct???

and press [OK], then follow the indications on the screen.

6 Operate the DMC compatible devices. To exit from Media Renderer screen

Press [HOME].

For more details, refer to the following website and the operating instructions for each of the equipment. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ (This site is in English only.)

???Wi-Fi Direct connection while using Home Network feature is only temporary, and the network connection method returns to the original setting when exiting.

???Depending on the contents and the connected equipment, playback may not be possible.

???Items displayed in gray on the display cannot be played back by this unit.

???This unit can be played back via connected equipment only when controlled using DMC.

Option menu

A variety of playback operations and settings can be performed from this menu.

Available options differ depending on the playing contents and the condition of the unit.

About Multi User Mode

: Settings of the items with this indication are saved by the respective users registered in the Home menu.

Please refer to page 22 for details about user registration and switching.

1 Press [OPTION]. e.g., BD-Video

Operation Menu

2 Select an item and change the settings. To exit the screen

Press [OPTION].

Regarding Language: (> 50)

Operation Menu

??? Soundtrack

Show or change the soundtrack.

??? Audio channel

Select the audio channel number.

??? Subtitle

Change the subtitle settings.

??? Angle

Select the number of the angle.

??? Repeat Play

(Only when the elapsed time is being displayed on the unit???s display.)

Select the item which you want to repeat.

???The items displayed differ depending on the type of media.

???Select ???Off??? to cancel.

??? Shuffle

Select whether or not to play random.

???Start Slideshow

Start the slideshow.

???Status

Show the status messages.

???Rotate Right

???Rotate Left

Rotate the still picture.

??? Wallpaper

Set the still picture to the wallpaper of HOME menu. (> 21)

??? Icon Personalization

Set the still picture as your user icon. (> 22)

??? Video

The recording method of original video appears.

??? Secondary Video

??? Playback Information Window

Displays the following.

Audio/video attribute information of disc.

Settings status of ???Digital Audio Output??? (> 36).

*&/+ HDMI output information.

Press [RETURN] to exit.

??? Control Panel

Display the Control Panel.

Playing back while using VIERA Link, etc.

Press [RETURN] to hide the Control Panel.

???Top Menu

Display Top Menu.

???Pop-up Menu

Display Pop-up Menu.

???Menu

Display Menu.

Personal Preference

You can access settings to enjoy special features of this unit from this category.

Refer to ???Video Settings??? and ???Audio Settings??? (> 34) for more details on each setting item.

Video Settings

??? Picture Mode

Select the picture quality mode during play.

???If you select ???User???, you can change settings in ???Picture Adjustment???.

??? Picture Adjustment

Specific picture quality settings can be performed.

???3D NR:

Reduces the rough noise in the background to give a greater feeling of depth.

When ???24p Output??? is set to ???On???, this function may not operate. (> 36)

???Integrated NR:

Smoothes block noise and reduces the smudging that appears around contrasting sections of the picture.

??? Chroma Process

The high-resolution processing of HDMI chroma signals produces a high-resolution picture with rich picture quality.

??? Detail Clarity

The picture is sharp and detailed.

??? Super Resolution

Pictures of normal image quality are corrected to sharp and detailed images when output as 1080i/ 1080p from HDMI AV OUT.

??? Progressive

Select the method of conversion for progressive output to suit the type of material being played.

???When the content is distorted change the settings from ???Auto??? to ???Video???.

??? 24p

Movies and other material recorded on DVD-Video at 24p are output at 24p.

??? Only when you have selected ???On??? in ???24p Output??? (> 36).

???Screen Aspect

Switch the screen mode.

???Reset to Default Video Settings

Return video settings to the factory preset.

Audio Settings

???Surround Effects??? and ???Sound Effects??? can also be set by using the [SURROUND] and [SOUND] on the remote control. (> 41)

???Surround Effects

??BD/DVD (Multi-ch Source):

??TV/CD/iPod (2ch Source):

You can enjoy sound from the Multi front speakers, as well as the Channel Out surround speakers even when

playing stereo sources.

???Sound Effects*1, 2, 3

??TV/CD/iPod (2ch Source):

Re-master:

This feature gives you brighter sound by increasing the high frequency portion of the audio. (Discs recorded at 48 kHz or less) Recommended settings:

Re-master 1 Pop and rock

Re-master 2 Jazz

Re-master 3 Classical

Digital Tube Sound:

This feature gives you warm sound, like that produced by a vacuum tube amplifier.

??? High Clarity Sound

When connected to TV via the HDMI terminal for outputting image, it produces clearer sound.

???Only when you have selected ???Enable??? in ???High Clarity Sound??? (> 37).

??? High Clarity Sound Plus

When playing back music contents, it improves the sound quality by stopping the video output.

???Only when you have selected ???Enable??? in ???High Clarity Sound??? (> 37).

3D Settings

??? Signal Format

??? 3D Picture Mode

??? Pop-Out Level

(Only when ???Full HD??? is selected in ???3D Type??? (> 37).) 3D position for the Option menu or message screen etc. can be adjusted during 3D playback.

Setup menu

Change the unit???s settings if necessary. The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby.

Some items in the Setup menu are common to the Option menu. You can get the same effect by both menus.

About Multi User Mode

: Settings of the items with this indication are saved by the respective users registered in the Home menu.

Please refer to page 22 for details about user registration and switching.

1 Press [HOME].

2 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select ???Others??? and press [OK].

3 Press [2, 1] to select ???Setup??? and press [OK].

Setup

System

OK

RETURN

4 Select an item and change the settings. To exit the screen

Press [HOME].

Video

???Picture Mode (> 33)

???Picture Adjustment (> 33)

???Chroma Process (> 33)

???Detail Clarity (> 33)

???Super Resolution (> 33)

???HDMI Output

Press [OK] to show the following settings:

??HDMI Resolution

The items supported by the connected devices are indicated on the screen as ????????. When any item without ???????? is selected, the images may be distorted.

???If ???Auto??? is selected, the best suited output resolution to the connected television is automatically selected.

???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, the other equipment 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 set ???24p??? in ???Video Settings??? (> 33) 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.

??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.

??HDMI Standby Pass-Through

Even if this unit is in standby mode, a device connected with this unit can output videos and sound to the TV.

Moreover, you can switch the HDMI input terminal by pressing [EXT-IN] on the remote control.

???Sound will not be output from this unit's speakers.

??? 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

(This works only for video output from the VIDEO OUT terminal.)

Select lighter or darker for adjusting the black level to the desired setting for picture enhancement.

Audio

???Surround Effects (> 34)

???Sound Effects (> 34)

???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. This unit decodes the audio format and transmits to the connected equipment.

???Not making the proper settings may result in noise.

??BD-Video Secondary Audio

Select whether or not to mix the primary and secondary audio (including the button click sound). If ???Off??? is selected, the unit outputs the primary audio only.

??HDMI Audio Output

This setting selects whether or not to output audio from HDMI.

???Audio will be output through the system's speakers when ???Off??? is selected.

???Digital Audio Input

Press [OK] to show the following settings:

??PCM-FIX

Selects the audio output from the devices connected to this unit.

??????On???: PCM is available.

??????Off???: DTS, PCM and Dolby Digital are available. Select ???On??? if the sound is cut off intermittently.

???TV Audio Input

Select the TV audio input to work with the VIERA Link operations.

??? Downmix

Select the downmix system of multi-channel to 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.

???Select ???Enable??? to use ???High Clarity Sound??? or ???High Clarity Sound Plus??? in the Option menu. (> 34, 35)

??? Audio Delay

Synchronization between picture and sound is corrected by adjusting the delay time of the audio output.

??? Speaker

Refer to page 40.

3D

??? 3D BD-Video Playback

Select the playback method of 3D compatible video software.

??? 3D AVCHD Output

Select the output method of 3D AVCHD videos.

??? 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.

???Manual Settings (> 35)

???Pop-Out Level (> 35)

Language

??? Audio Language

Choose the language for audio.

???If ???Original??? is selected, the original language of each disc will be selected.

???Enter a code (> 50) when you select ???Other

???????????.

??? Subtitle Language

Choose the language for the subtitle.

???If ???Auto??? 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 (> 50) when you select ???Other

???????????.

??? Menu Language

Choose the language for the disc menus.

???Enter a code (> 50) when you select ???Other

???????????.

??? Subtitle Text

Select a suitable item according to the language used for MKV subtitles text.

??? This item is displayed only after playing back a file.

??? On-screen Language

Choose the language for menus and on-screen messages.

Network

???Easy Network Setting (> 18)

???Network Settings

Perform network-related settings individually. Press [OK] to show the following settings:

??LAN Connection Mode

Select the LAN connection method.

???Select ???Wireless Master??? when you make a direct wireless connection between this unit and a Home Network device. Internet connection is not available when this item is selected.

??Wireless Settings

This allows the wireless router and connection settings to be set. Current connection settings and connection state can be checked.

Connection Setting

The wireless router connection wizard will be displayed.

Double Speed Mode Setting (2.4GHz)

When a 2.4 GHz wireless format is used, this sets the connection speed.

???If you connect using the ???Double Speed Mode (40MHz)???, 2 channels use the same frequency band, and there is consequently a greater risk of reception interference. This can cause the connection speed to drop or become unstable.

??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.

??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.

??Network Service Settings (> 30) (VIERA Connect)

Press [OK] to show the following settings:

Audio Auto Gain Control

Volume that is different depending on the contents is adjusted automatically to the standard volume while using the VIERA Connect.

???Depending on contents, this function effect will not work.

???Select ???Off??? when the 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 Connect contents require the time zone to be set. Set the time zone if necessary.

DST

Select ???On??? when using Daylight Saving time.

??Network Drive Connection

It is possible to access the shared folder of equipment not compatible with DLNA, such as the Windows XP operating system, and play back video, still pictures, and music on this unit. For the setting and operation method of connected equipment, refer to the following Website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/

(This site is in English only.)

??Remote Device Settings (> 31)

Press [OK] to show the following settings:

Remote Device Operation

Enable to operate by DMC.

??? If ???On??? is selected, ???Quick Start??? is fixed to ???On???.

Setting Unit Name

Set the name of this unit to be displayed on the connected equipment.

Registration Type

Remote Device List

Registering/deregistering of the displayed equipment can be performed when ???Manual??? in ???Registration Type??? is selected.

??BD-Live Internet Access (> 24)

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.

Ratings

The following items use the same password. Don???t forget your password.

??? DVD-Video Ratings

Set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play.

??? BD-Video Ratings

Set an age limit of BD-Video play.

??? Network Service Lock

You can restrict the usage of VIERA Connect.

System

??? Easy Setting

You can execute basic settings.

??? Display Settings

Press [OK] to show the following settings:

??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:

Video is displayed as a 4:3 ratio 16:9 image in the center of the

screen.

??Screen Saver Function

This is to prevent burn-in on the screen.

???When this is set to ???On???:

If a list of playback content is displayed and there is no operation for 10 minutes or more, the screen switches to HOME menu automatically.

???While playing and pausing, etc., this function is not available.

??Status Messages

Choose whether to show status messages automatically.

??VIERA Link

Set to use ???HDAVI Control??? function when connected via HDMI cable to a device that supports ???HDAVI Control???.

???Select ???Off??? when you do not want to use ???HDAVI Control???.

Power Off link

Select the desired power off link setting of this unit for VIERA Link operation (> 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 playing back audio only content, the unit will not turn off automatically.

??? Unit Settings

Press [OK] to show the following settings:

??Front Panel Display

Changes the brightness of the unit???s display.

???If ???Auto??? is selected, the display is set to bright and only dimmed during playback.

??Edit User Information

Change the user information registered in the Home menu.

??? Quick Start

Speed of startup from power off is increased.

???When set to ???On???, the internal control unit will be powered and the idle power consumption will increase compared to when set to ???Off???. (About the power consumption > 49)

??? Remote Control Code

Change the remote control code if other Panasonic products react to this remote control.

??? Firmware Update (> 19)

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 if a firmware update is available.

??? System Information

Press [OK] to show the following settings:

??License

Information about the software used by this unit is displayed.

??Firmware Version Information

Display firmware version of this unit and wireless LAN module.

??? Restore Default Settings

This returns all values in the Setup menu and the Option menu to the default settings, except for some settings of network, ratings, remote control code, language, etc.

Speaker settings

A Volume (Channel balance)

B Delay time for the Center speaker

C Delay time for the Surround and Surround back speakers*

* Surround back speakers: optional (> 10)

??? Adjusting speaker level

(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 ( dB0 ).

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.

??? 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 1 or 2 is less than 3, measure the distance and adjust the time to make up for the difference (see the table below).

Enjoying sound effects from all speakers

For more details on each setting, refer to ???Audio Settings??? on the Option menu(> 34)

Surround Effects

1 Press [SURROUND].

2Press [3, 4] to select ???MULTI CH SOURCE??? or ???2CH SOURCE???, and then press [OK]. e.g.,

3While the selected mode is displayed

Press [3, 4] to select the desired setting. (> 34)

1 2 3: Primary listening distance A Actual speaker position

B Ideal speaker position

1Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the distance box ( ms0.0 ) and press [OK].

2Press [3, 4] to select the setting and press [OK].

Delay time for the Center speaker

Subtract the distance 1 from 3

Delay time for the Surround and Surround back speakers

Subtract the distance 2 from 3

To finish the speaker setting

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select ???Complete??? and press [OK].

??? Adjusting speaker level during play

1 Press [CH SELECT] to activate the speaker setting mode.

2Press [CH SELECT] several times to select the speaker.

???Press [2, 1] to adjust the balance of the front speakers.

3Press [3] (increase) or [4] (decrease) to adjust the speaker level for each speaker.

s6 dB to r6 dB

Sound Effects

1 Press [SOUND].

2Press [3, 4] to select ???2CH SOURCE??? or ??? ALL SOURCE???, and then press [OK]. e.g.,

3While the selected mode is displayed

Press [3, 4] to select the desired setting and press [OK].

Repeat this procedure if necessary. (> 34)

???The sound effects/modes may not be available or have no effect with some sources.

???You may experience a reduction in sound quality when these sound effects/modes are used with some sources. If this occurs, turn the sound effects/modes off.

Speaker installation option

Consult a qualified building contractor when attaching the speakers to a wall. Improper attachment may result in damage to the wall and speakers and personal injury.

Attaching to a wall

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 kg (22 lbs) per screw.

1 Drive a screw (not supplied) into the 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)

2 Fit the speaker securely onto the screw(s) with the hole(s).

e.g., Front speaker

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

Attach to a wall without the base and the stand.

???

???

???

A 51 mm (2q)

B 64 mm (2 17/30q)

C 350 mm (13 25/32q)

Surround speaker

???

???

D 40 mm (1 9/16q)

E 24 mm (15/16q)

Center speaker

???

???

???

F 18 mm (23/32q)

G 25 mm (31/32q)

H 230.5 mm (9 1/16q)

Front speaker assembly option

It is possible to shorten the height of the front speaker by directly connecting the speaker to the base without using the stand.

Preparation

Detach the speaker cable from the stand.

1 Thread the detached cable through the base.

2 Attach the speaker to the base and tighten the screw (supplied) securely.

3 Connect the speaker cable to the speaker

and to the terminal of the main unit. (> 12, 13)

???Reattaching the speaker cable to the stand

Preventing the speakers from falling or dropping

Preventing from falling

Front speaker

Preventing from dropping

Front speaker, Surround speaker, Center speaker

1 Thread a string to the speaker.

???Use a string of less than ??? 2.0 mm (3/32q), which is capable of supporting over 10 kg

(22 lbs).

e.g., Front speaker

???

???

A String (not supplied)

B Rear of the speaker

2 Thread a string from the wall to the speaker and tie tightly.

When placed on the floor

??????

???

When mounted on a wall

??? ??? ???

C Screw eye (not supplied)

D Wall

E Approx.150 mm (5 29/32q)

F Less than 100 mm (3 15/16q)

Troubleshooting guide

Before requesting service, please perform the following steps.

(For the U.S.A. and Canada)

Do you have the latest firmware installed?

Firmware updates may be released to correct operating irregularities that are discovered with certain movies. (> 19)

4

Make the following checks and visit our website for more information.

For U.S.A.:

www.panasonic.com/help

Enter the model number.

For Canada:

http://www.panasonic.ca

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)??? (> 54) or ???Limited Warranty (Only for CANADA)??? (> 55).

(For units with PX printed on the packaging)

Do you have the latest firmware installed?

Firmware updates may be released to correct operating irregularities that are discovered with certain movies. (> 19)

Even so, you still have trouble, consult your dealer.

The following do not indicate a problem with this unit:

???Regular disc rotating sounds.

???Image disturbance during search.

???Image disturbance when replacing 3D discs.

???Unit doesn???t respond to remote control or front panel buttons.

Press and hold [??/I] on the main unit for 3 seconds.

???If 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.

1While the unit is off, press and hold [OK], [B] and [Y] on the remote control at the same time for more than 5 seconds.

??????00 RET??? is displayed on the unit???s display.

2Repeatedly press [1] (right) on the remote control or [??/I] on the unit until ???06 FTO??? is displayed on the unit???s display.

3Press [OK] on the remote control or [< OPEN/CLOSE] on the unit.

General operation

To return to the factory preset.

??Select ???Yes??? in ???Restore Default Settings??? in the Setup menu. (> 40)

To return all settings to the factory preset.

?? Reset the unit as follows:

1While the unit is off, press and hold [OK], [B] and [Y] on the remote control at the same time for more than 5 seconds.

??????00 RET??? is displayed on the unit???s display.

2Repeatedly press [1] (right) on the remote control or [??/I] on the unit until ???08 FIN??? is displayed on the unit???s display.

3Press and hold [OK] on the remote control or

[< OPEN/CLOSE] on the unit for at least 3 seconds.

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 remote control doesn???t work properly.

??Change the batteries in the remote control. (> 8)

??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. (> 40, 48)

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.

1While the unit is on, press and hold [OK], [B] and [Y] on the remote control at the same

time for more than 5 seconds.

??????00 RET??? is displayed on the unit???s display. 2 Repeatedly press [1] (right) on the remote

control or [??/I] on the unit until ???03 VL??? is displayed on the unit???s display.

3Press [OK] on the remote control or [< OPEN/CLOSE] on the unit.

This unit does not recognize the USB connection correctly.

??Disconnect and reconnect the USB cable. If it still does not recognize the connection, turn the power of this unit off and on again.

??If you connect USB HDD to this unit, use USB extension cable that is supplied with the HDD.

The unit switches to standby mode.

??This unit will automatically turn to standby mode after 30 minutes if it is inactive. (> 21)

??When the time set for the sleep timer has passed, the power will be turned off. (> 8)

??One of the unit???s safety devices is activated. Press [??/I] on the main unit to turn the unit on.

The unit does not turn off.

1Press and hold [??/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.)

2Reset the unit as follows:

While the unit is off, press and hold [+ VOLUME], [< OPEN/CLOSE] and [??/I] on the main unit at the same time for more than 5 seconds.

Picture

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:

1While the unit is on, press and hold [OK], [B] and [Y] on the remote control at the same time for more than 5 seconds.

??????00 RET??? is displayed on the unit???s display.

2Repeatedly press [1] (right) on the remote control or [??/I] on the unit until ???04 PRG??? is

displayed on the unit???s display.

3Press and hold [OK] on the remote control or

[< OPEN/CLOSE] on the unit for at least 3 seconds. Set the item again. (> 36)

???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. (> 40)

??When ???3D BD-Video Playback??? in the Setup menu is set to ???Auto???, 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. (> 37)

??If irregular coloring occurs on your TV, turn the TV off for about 30 minutes.

If it persists, move the speakers further away from the TV.

Video is not output.

??Set ???High Clarity Sound??? in the Setup menu to ???Disable??? to use the VIDEO OUT terminal. (> 37)

Video is not output in high-definition.

??Confirm that ???HDMI Resolution??? in the Setup menu is set properly. (> 36)

3D video is not output.

??Change the settings as required by the connected TV format. (> 37, ???3D Type???)

??Are the settings on this unit and the TV correct? (> 24)

??Depending on the connected TV, the video being played back might switch to 2D video due to changes in resolution etc. Check the 3D setting on the TV.

??Check that proper HDMI video input is selected on the TV.

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. (> 37, ???3D BD-Video Playback???)

??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 the closed caption setting on the TV. (> 32)

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. (> 39)

??Adjust the aspect setting on the television.

Reference

Sound

No sound. Low volume. Distorted sound.

Cannot hear the desired audio type.

??Check connections to speakers and other equipment. (> 11s17)

??Ensure the speaker settings for your speakers are correct. (> 40)

??To output audio from a device connected with an HDMI cable, set ???HDMI Audio Output??? to ???On??? in the Setup menu. (> 37)

??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. (> 34)

??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.

???If the device has an optical audio output terminal, connect the device to this unit???s DIGITAL AUDIO IN terminal. (> 16)

No surround sound.

??Press [SURROUND] to select a surround effect. (> 41)

??(When using the 7.1ch speaker system) Audio is not available from the surround back speakers (optional) even though Dolby Pro Logic II turns on.

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???. (> 36)

No sound from the TV.

??Press [EXT-IN] to select the corresponding source. (> 20)

??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.(> 14)

??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.

Playback

Disc cannot be played.

?? The disc is dirty. (> 5)

Still pictures (JPEG) do not play back normally.

??The images that were edited on the PC, such as Progressive JPEG, etc., may not be played back.

I can???t play back BD-Live.

??The SD card is write-protected. (> 7)

??Confirm that this unit is connected to the broadband Internet. (> 17)

??Confirm the ???BD-Live Internet Access??? settings. (> 39)

??Confirm an SD card is inserted into the SD card slot. (> 20)

Alternative soundtrack and subtitles cannot be selected.

??The languages are not recorded on the disc.

??You may not be able to use the Option menu to change the soundtrack and subtitles on some discs. Use the disc???s menus to make changes. (> 24)

iPod/iPhone operation

Cannot charge or operate.

??Check that the iPod/iPhone is connected firmly. (> 26)

??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. (> 15)

??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.

???Re-select the TV???s VIDEO IN input channel.

Radio

Distorted sound or noise is heard.

?? Adjust the position of the antenna.

A beat sound is heard.

??Try to keep a certain amount of distance between the antenna and the TV.

Stations cannot be selected.

1 Press [RADIO] to select ???FM???.

2Press and hold [RADIO].

After a few seconds the display changes to show the current lowest frequency (87.9 MHz). Continue to hold the button down. The lowest frequency changes (87.5 MHz) and the step is changed.

Noise is excessive.

?? Change the audio to be output as monaural. 1 Press and hold [jAUDIO].

2Press [jAUDIO] to select ???MONO???. The sound becomes monaural.

??? To cancel, press the button again or change

the frequency.

In normal circumstances, select ???AUTO STEREO???

Network

I can???t connect to the network.

??Confirm the network connection and settings. (> 17, 18, 38)

??Check the operating instructions for each device and connect accordingly.

When using wireless LAN connection, video from the DLNA Certified media server is not played back or video frames are dropped during playback.

??Higher transfer rate router such as 802.11n (2.4 GHz) wireless router may solve the problem. If you use 802.11n (2.4 GHz) wireless router, it is necessary to set the encryption type to ???AES???.

Simultaneous use with a microwave, cordless telephone etc. at 2.4 GHz may result in connection interruptions or other problems.

??On the ???Wireless Settings??? screen (> 38), the continuous lighting of at least 4 ???Reception??? indicators is the target for a stable connection. If 3 or fewer indicators are lit or the connection is being interrupted, change the position or angle of your wireless router and see if the connection state improves. If there is no improvement, connect to a wired network and perform the ???Easy Network Setting??? (> 18) again.

Messages

The following messages or service numbers appear on the television or unit???s display.

On the television

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.

??Confirm ???SD??? on the unit???s display is not displayed and re-insert the card.

No disc inserted.

?? The disc may be upside down.

$ This operation is not available.

??Some operations are unsupported by the unit. For example;

???BD-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.)

The current wireless network security setting is weak. It is recommended to change to a stronger security setting.

??Authentication type for the wireless LAN is set to ???Open system???, or the encryption type is set to ???No encryption???. It is recommended to encrypt for safety reasons. For details, refer to the instructions of the wireless router being used. Encryption is required when playing back video, etc., from DLNA compatible devices.

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. (> 26)

Reference

On the unit???s display

F99

??The unit fails to operate properly. Press [??/I] on the main unit for 3 seconds to switch the unit to standby, then switch back on.

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. (> 39)

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.

REMOVE

??The USB device is drawing too much power. Remove the USB device.

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.

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.

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 remains displayed, do the following.

1Disconnect the plug from the AC outlet, wait a few seconds, then reconnect it.

2 Press [??/I] to turn the power on.

If the service number remains displayed despite doing the above, request service from the dealer. Inform the dealer of the service number when requesting service.

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 the unit.

UPD???/???

(??? ??? ??? stands for a number.)

??The firmware is being updated. Please do not turn off the unit.

FINISH

?? The firmware update is complete.

NOT CONDITIONAL

??The requested operation cannot be conducted.

SET OK

??The stations are set, and the radio tunes to the last preset station.

ERROR

??Automatic presetting is unsuccessful. Preset the stations manually.

TUNED/STEREO

??Stereo broadcasting or stereo sound is selected.

TUNED

??Monaural broadcasting or monaural sound is selected.

Specifications

GENERAL

Operating humidity range: 35 % to 80 % RH (no condensation)

AMPLIFIER SECTION

RMS TOTAL POWER OUTPUT: 1000 W

1 kHz, 10 % total harmonic distortion

FRONT:

CENTER:

SURROUND:

100 Hz, 10 % total harmonic distortion

SUBWOOFER:

FTC TOTAL POWER OUTPUT: 430 W

120 Hz to 20 kHz, 1.0 % total harmonic distortion

FM TUNER SECTION

Frequency range: 87.9 MHz to 107.9 MHz (200 kHz step), 87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz (100 kHz step)

Antenna terminals: 75 ??? (unbalanced)

SPEAKER SECTION*

* The impedance of all the speakers is 3 ???.

TERMINAL SECTION

VIDEO SECTION

LASER Specification

Class I LASER Product

Wave length: 790 nm (CDs)/660 nm (DVDs)/405 nm (BDs)

Laser power: No hazardous radiation is emitted with the safety protection

* This unit supports ???HDAVI Control 5??? function.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

VQT3X49 49

Reference

File format

???With certain recording states and folder structures, the play order may differ or playback may not be possible.

Restriction on use of unauthorized copied content

This unit adopts the following technology for copyright protection.

Cinavia Notice

This product uses Cinavia technology to limit the use of unauthorized copies of some commercially-produced film and videos and their soundtracks. When a prohibited use of an unauthorized copy is detected, a message will be displayed and playback or copying will be interrupted.

More information about Cinavia technology is provided at the Cinavia Online Consumer Information Center at http://www.cinavia.com. To request additional information about Cinavia by mail, send a postcard with your mailing address to:

Cinavia Consumer Information Center, P.O. Box 86851, San Diego, CA, 92138, USA.

Supplemental information

??? Display languages list

Display Language Display Language Display Language

??? Language code list

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 (77/8q) 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.: SC-BTT490

Responsible Party:

Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094

Support Contact:

Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America

Telephone No.: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.

Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of the unit.

Java is a registered trademark of Oracle and/or its affiliates.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Reference

gSOAP Public License 1.3

Part of the software embedded in this product is gSOAP software.

Portions created by gSOAP are Copyright (C) 2001-2009 Robert A. van Engelen, Genivia inc. All Rights Reserved.

THE SOFTWARE IN THIS PRODUCT WAS IN PART PROVIDED BY GENIVIA INC AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED

WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS

FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHOR BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT,

INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED

TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS

INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT

LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS

SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.

(1) MS/WMA

This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Corporation and third parties. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.

(2) MS/PlayReady/Final Product Labeling

This product contains technology subject to certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft. Use or distribution of this technology outside of this product is prohibited without the appropriate license(s) from Microsoft.

(3)MS/PlayReady/End User Notices

Content owners use Microsoft PlayReadyTM content access technology to protect their intellectual property, including copyrighted content. This device uses PlayReady technology to access PlayReady-protected content and/or WMDRM-protected content. If the device fails to properly enforce restrictions on content usage, content owners may require Microsoft to revoke the device???s ability to consume PlayReady-protected content. Revocation should not affect unprotected content or content protected by other content access technologies. Content owners may require you to upgrade PlayReady to access their content. If you decline an upgrade, you will not be able to access content that requires the upgrade.

(4) Vorbis

The software license is displayed when ???License??? in the Setup menu is selected.(> 40)

(5) FLAC, WPA Supplicant

The software licenses are displayed when ???License??? in the Setup menu is selected.(> 40)

This product incorporates the following software:

(1)the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation,

(2)the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation,

(3)the software licensed under the GNU General Public License, Version 2 (GPL v2),

(4)the software licensed under the GNU LESSER General Public License, Version 2.1 (LGPL v2.1) and/or,

(5)open sourced software other than the software licensed under the GPL v2 and/or LGPL v2.1

For the software categorized as (3) and (4), please refer to the terms and conditions of GPL v2 and LGPL v2.1, as the case may be at http://www.gnu.org/licenses/old-licenses/gpl-2.0.html and

http://www.gnu.org/licenses/old-licenses/lgpl-2.1.html.

In addition, the software categorized as (3) and (4) are copyrighted by several individuals. Please refer to the copyright notice of those individuals at

http://panasonic.net/avc/oss/bdplayer/AWBPP12.html

The GPL/LGPL software is distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY, without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

At least three (3) years from delivery of products, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code covered under GPL v2/LGPL v2.1.

Contact Information cdrequest.bdplayer@gg.jp.panasonic.com

Source code is also freely available to you and any other member of the public via our website below. http://panasonic.net/avc/oss/bdplayer/AWBPP12.html

For the software categorized as (5) includes as follows.

1.This product includes software developed by the OpenSSL Project for use in the OpenSSL Toolkit. (http://www.openssl.org/)

2.This product includes software developed by the University of California, Berkeley and its contributors.

3.FreeType code.

4.The Independent JPEG Group's JPEG software.

Copyright 2004-2010 Verance Corporation. CinaviaTM is a Verance Corporation trademark. Protected by U.S. Patent 7,369,677 and worldwide patents issued and pending under license from Verance Corporation. All rights reserved.

Reference

Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA and Puerto Rico Only)

If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America (referred to as ???the warrantor???) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (???warranty period???), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by the warrantor.

During the ???Labor??? warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the ???Parts??? warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. This Limited Warranty excludes both parts and labor for non-rechargeable batteries, antennas, and cosmetic parts (cabinet). This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold ???as is???.

Mail-In Service

For assistance in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico in obtaining repairs, please ship the product prepaid to:

Panasonic Exchange Center

4900 George McVay Drive

Suite B

McAllen, TX 78503 panacare@us.panasonic.com

When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all supplied accessories listed in the Owner???s Manual, and send it prepaid, adequately insured and packed well in a carton box. When shipping Lithium Ion batteries please visit our Web Site at www.panasonic.com/BatteryHandling as Panasonic is committed to providing the most up to date information. Include a letter detailing the complaint, a return address and provide a daytime phone number where you can be reached. A valid registered receipt is required under the Limited Warranty.

IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE

PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/

PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID

AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE

REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF

PURCHASE.

Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions

This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids,

commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than a Factory Service Center or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER

???LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE???.

THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS

PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY.

(As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. The items listed are not exclusive, but for illustration only.)

ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY

OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED

WARRANTY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor???s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.

PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED

WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)

Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Service Center; purchase

Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.panasonic.com/help

or, contact us via the web at:

http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

You may also contact us directly at: 1-800-211-PANA (7262) Monday-Friday 9am-9pm, Saturday-Sunday 10am-7pm EST

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855

Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico)

Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at:

http://www.pstc.panasonic.com Or, send your request by E-mail to:

npcparts@us.panasonic.com

You may also contact us directly at:

1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) (Monday-Friday 9am-9pm EST)

Panasonic National Parts Center 20421 84th Ave S., Kent, WA 98032

(We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express)

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277

As of January 2012

User memo:

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.

SERIAL NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

DEALER NAME

DEALER ADDRESS

TELEPHONE NUMBER

Limited Warranty (Only for CANADA)

Panasonic Canada Inc.

5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3

PANASONIC PRODUCT - LIMITED WARRANTY

Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase agrees to, at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by Panasonic Canada Inc.

Technics Audio Product - One (1) year, parts and labour

Panasonic BD/DVD Product - One (1) year, parts and labour

Panasonic Audio Receivers - One (1) year, parts and labour

Home Theater Systems Product - One (1) year, parts and labour

This warranty is given only to the original purchaser, or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift, of a Panasonic brand product mentioned above sold by an authorized Panasonic dealer in Canada and purchased and used in Canada, which product was not sold ???as is???, and which product was delivered to you in new condition in the original packaging.

IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE HEREUNDER, A PURCHASE RECEIPT OR

OTHER PROOF OF DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE, SHOWING AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE IS

REQUIRED

LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS

This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by Panasonic Canada Inc., or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than an Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage under this warranty.

THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,

INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR

PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY. (As examples, this warranty excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the Authorized Servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. This list of items is not exhaustive, but for illustration only.)

In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary depending on your province or territory.

WARRANTY SERVICE

For product operation and information assistance, please contact:

PRODUCT OPERATION ASSISTANCE

PRODUCT REPAIRS

Please locate your nearest Authorized Servicentre.

Link: ???Support # Panasonic Servicentre?? locator??? on www.panasonic.ca

IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE

Carefully pack and send prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton. Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of date of original purchase.

Reference

Index

R

Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Re-master. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Restore Default Settings. . .40 Resume play function . . . . .23

S

Subtitle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

U

USB device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

V

VIERA Connect . . . . . . . . . .30

VIERA LinkTM ???HDAVI

ControlTM???. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

W

Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . .17

24p . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33, 36 3D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union.

If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. AND CANADA.

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.

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.