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Panasonic DMP-BD50 Operating Instructions Manual

Manual is about: Blu-ray Disc Player

Summary of DMP-BD50

  • Page 1

    Rqt9184-y pp operating instructions blu-ray disc player model no. Dmp-bd50 dear customer thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completel...

  • Page 2: Caution

    2 rqt9184 (eng) important safety instructions read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. (inside of product) 1) read t...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    G e tt in g s tar ted 3 rqt9184 (eng) table of contents important safety instructions............ 2 accessory information ..................................... 3 disc and card information................................ 4 using the remote control.................................. 5 connection .........

  • Page 4: Disc And Card Information

    4 rqt9184 (eng) disc and card information this chart shows the different type of retail/commercial discs you can use, and also includes the industry-standard logos that should appear on the discs and/or packaging. This chart shows the different type of discs recorded with dvd recorders, dvd video ca...

  • Page 5: Using The Remote Control

    5 rqt9184 (eng) this chart shows the different type of cards recorded with panasonic high definition video camera or personal computers, etc. That you can use. § including minisd card and microsd card ≥when using from 4 gb to 32 gb sd cards, only sd cards that display the sdhc logo can be used. ≥thi...

  • Page 6: Connection

    6 rqt9184 (eng) connection ≥do not place the unit on amplifiers or equipment that may become hot. The heat can damage the unit. ≥do not connect through the video cassette recorder. Due to copy guard protection, the picture may not display properly. ≥turn off all equipment before connection and read ...

  • Page 7

    7 rqt9184 (eng) c connecting to s video out terminal the s video out terminal provides a more vivid picture than the video out terminal. Note ≥high definition video cannot be output with this connection. Use connection a or b (> 6) for high definition video. ≥unplug the yellow plug of audio/ video c...

  • Page 8

    8 rqt9184 (eng) f connecting to 5.1ch audio out terminal when connected to a compatible amplifier/receiver using the 5.1ch audio out terminals, you can enjoy surround sound. Note necessary settings ≥“speaker” : “multi channel” (> 28) ≥7.1 channel disc is mixed down to 5.1 channel audio. When connect...

  • Page 9: Firmware Updating

    9 rqt9184 (eng) firmware updating network connection h with lan by connecting the unit to broadband internet, you can use a disc that offers bd-live function. ( > 16) this connection also allows you to automatically check for the latest firmware version. ( b below) note ≥after connecting to the inte...

  • Page 10: Control Reference Guide

    10 rqt9184 (eng) control reference guide ! Turn the unit on and off ( > 11) @ tv operation buttons ( > 11) you can operate the tv through the unit’s remote control. [ Í tv power] : turn the television on and off [tv/video] : switch the input channel [ w x ch] : channel select [ i j vol] : adjust the...

  • Page 11: Easy Setting

    11 rqt9184 (eng) easy setting after connecting your new player and pressing the power button, a screen for the basic settings will appear. Setting the television and amplifier/receiver operation you can operate the tv or amplifier/receiver using the unit’s remote control. Preparation turn on the tel...

  • Page 12: Network Settings

    12 rqt9184 (eng) network settings these settings are used if you will connect this unit to the internet. ≥the connection to the internet may take time or the internet may not be connected depending on the connection environment. (> 28) it is required that you use a broadband connection. Preparation ...

  • Page 13

    13 rqt9184 (eng) in most cases, default settings can normally be used without making any changes. Please use this setting when instructed to by your internet service provider. 1 press [setup]. 2 press [ 3, 4] to select “network” and press [ok]. 3 press [ 3, 4] to select “proxy server settings” and p...

  • Page 14

    14 rqt9184 (eng) basic play (playing video contents) instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control in these operating instructions. Preparation turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the television. Video1 vol re-master skip slow/search status...

  • Page 15

    15 rqt9184 (eng) other operations during play (these functions may not work depending on the disc.) stop the stopped position is memorized. Resume play function press [ 1] (play) to restart from this position. ≥the position is cleared if the tray is opened or you press [∫] several times to display “...

  • Page 16: Enjoying Bd-Live

    16 rqt9184 (eng) enjoying bd-live tm or bonus view tm in bd-video [bd-v] this unit allows you to enjoy functions such as picture-in-picture, secondary audio and virtual packages, etc., with bd-video supporting bonusview (bd-rom version 2 profile 1 version 1.1/ final standard profile). In addition to...

  • Page 17: Bd-Video

    17 rqt9184 (eng) enjoying high bit rate audio and video of bd-video [bd-v] 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. In order to enjoy these audio formats, connect this unit to your amplifier/r...

  • Page 18: Chapter Playback

    18 rqt9184 (eng) chapter playback [dvd-vr] 1 insert a disc (> 14). 2 while “title view” screen is displayed press [ 3, 4] to select the title and press [sub menu]. 3 press [ 3, 4] to select “view chapters” and press [ok]. 4 press [ 2, 1] to select the chapter and press [ok]. Playing still pictures [...

  • Page 19

    19 rqt9184 (eng) useful functions during still picture play start slideshow you can display still pictures one by one at a constant interval. Bd-re, dvd-ram 1 while the “album view” screen is displayed press [ 3, 4, 2, 1] to select the album and press [sub menu]. 2 press [ 3, 4] to select “start sli...

  • Page 20: Playing Divx Videos

    20 rqt9184 (eng) playing divx videos [divx] divx video-on-demand (vod) content is encrypted for copyright protection. In order to play divx vod content on this unit, you first need to register the unit. Follow the on line instructions for purchasing divx vod content to enter the unit’s registration ...

  • Page 21: Playing Music

    21 rqt9184 (eng) playing music [cd] [mp3] showing functions menu you can play generally available music cd or mp3 files recorded onto a cd-r/rw. 1 insert a disc. (> 14) ≥if a disc containing data in different file formats is inserted, the file selection menu may be displayed. Press [ 3, 4] to select...

  • Page 22: About Mp3/jpeg/divx Files

    22 rqt9184 (eng) about mp3/jpeg/divx files structure of mp3, still pictures (jpeg) and divx folders you can play mp3, still pictures (jpeg) and divx with this unit by making folders on disc as shown ( d right). ≥folder structure created on a dvd-ram, bd-re or an sd card is not displayed. Mp3 files a...

  • Page 23

    23 rqt9184 (eng) linked operations with the tv (viera link tm “hdavi control tm ”) if you connect this unit to a tv that has “hdavi control 2” or “hdavi control 3” function with an hdmi cable, you can operate this unit using the following buttons on the tv remote control. [ 3, 4, 2, 1], [ok], [retur...

  • Page 24

    24 rqt9184 (eng) changing settings with the on-screen menu on-screen menu operations 1 press [display]. 2 press [ 3, 4] to select the menu and press [ 1]. 3 press [ 3, 4] to select the item and press [ 1]. 4 press [ 3, 4] to select the setting. Note tips ≥depending on the condition of the unit (play...

  • Page 25

    25 rqt9184 (eng) menus items settings and details play repeat play (only when the elapsed time is being displayed on the unit’s display.) selects the item which you want to repeat. The items displayed differ depending on the type of disc. ≥all tracks all tracks ≥chapter chapter ≥playlists playlist ≥...

  • Page 26

    26 rqt9184 (eng) changing the unit’s settings change the unit’s settings if necessary. The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. Underlined items are the factory presets. Setup menu operations 1 while stopped press [setup]. 2 press [ 3, 4] to select the menu and press [ok]. ...

  • Page 27

    27 rqt9184 (eng) “audio” dynamic range compression [bd-v] [avchd] [dvd-v][divx] (dolby digital, dolby digital plus and dolby truehd only) change the dynamic range ( > 40) for late night viewing. ≥on ≥off ≥auto: effective only when dolby truehd is played. Digital audio output ≥press [ok] to show the ...

  • Page 28

    28 rqt9184 (eng) “tv/device connection” tv aspect set to match the type of television connected. When connected to a 4:3 aspect television: ≥4:3 pan & scan: video recorded for a widescreen is played as pan & scan (unless prohibited by the producer of the disc). When playing bd-video, video is output...

  • Page 29

    29 rqt9184 (eng) when connecting to an amplifier/receiver to enjoy multi-channel surround sound, use the following settings on this unit if they cannot be set on the amplifier/receiver. The settings are not effective when outputting bitstream signals. Preparation set “speaker” to “multi channel”. ( ...

  • Page 30: Frequently Asked Questions

    30 rqt9184 (eng) frequently asked questions troubleshooting guide before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to “customer services directory” on page 37 if you re...

  • Page 31

    31 rqt9184 (eng) power page operation displays tv screen and video (continued on the next page) no power. ≥insert the ac power supply cord securely into a known active ac outlet. 8 the unit switches to standby mode. ≥this is a power saving feature. It can be changed if desired using “off timer” in t...

  • Page 32

    32 rqt9184 (eng) tv screen and video (continued) page sound hdmi connections the 4:3 aspect ratio picture expands left and right. Screen size is wrong. ≥use the television to change the aspect. Refer to your television’s operating instructions. ≥when using a component video cable, set “progressive” ...

  • Page 33

    33 rqt9184 (eng) card page network other difficulties with playback when other panasonic products respond to this remote control change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote control (the two must match) if you place other panasonic products close together. The capacity of the sd ca...

  • Page 34: Messages

    34 rqt9184 (eng) messages the following messages or service numbers appear on the television or unit’s display when something unusual is detected during startup and use. On the television page authorization error this unit is not authorized to play this title. ≥you are trying to play the divx vod co...

  • Page 35

    35 rqt9184 (eng) language code list enter the code with the numbered buttons. On the unit’s display (continued) page h  or f ≥there is something unusual. (the service number displayed after h and f depends on the unit’s condition.) ≥check the unit using the troubleshooting guide. If the service ...

  • Page 36: Specifications

    36 rqt9184 (eng) specifications signal system: ntsc operating temperature range: i5 to i35 oc (i41 to i95 of) operating humidity range: 10 to 80 % rh (no condensation) playable disc: bd-video bd-rom: version 2 bd-re: version 3 (single layer, dual layer), jpeg* 6 bd-r version 2 (single layer, dual la...

  • Page 37

    37 rqt9184 (eng) limited warranty (only for u.S.A. ) panasonic consumer electronics company, division of panasonic corporation of north america one panasonic way secaucus, new jersey 07094 panasonic puerto rico, inc. Ave. 65 de infantería, km. 9.5 san gabriel industrial park, carolina, puerto rico 0...

  • Page 38: Product Service

    38 rqt9184 (eng) limited warranty (only for canada) panasonic canada inc. Panasonic product—limited warranty panasonic canada inc. Warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original pur...

  • Page 39: Conexiones Básicas

    39 rqt9184 (eng) referencia rápida en español conexiones básicas reproducción básica a conexión a un televisor compatible con hdmi b conexión a un televisor con un cable para audio/vídeo ac in av out front r /r video out s video out optical coaxial front l /l subwoofer center surround audio out comp...

  • Page 40: Glossary

    40 rqt9184 (eng) glossary avchd avchd is a new format (standard) for high definition video cameras that can be used to record and play high-resolution hd images. Bd-j some bd-video discs contain java applications, and these applications are called bd-j. You can enjoy various interactive features in ...

  • Page 41: Index

    1080p (1125p) in one high definition image, 1080 (1125) scan lines pass at the same time to create a progressive image. Since progressive video does not alternate scan lines like interlace, there is a minimal amount of screen flicker. 24p this is a progressive image recorded at a rate of 24 frames p...