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Panasonic DMP-BDT500 Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1

    Operating instructions blu-ray disc tm player model no. Dmp-bdt500 thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Please keep this manual for future reference. Region management information bd-video this unit can play bd-video dis...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    2 vqt3w07 getting started 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. ≥ ...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    G e tti n g started c onne c ti ons a nd s e tt ings p la yb ack s e tt ings referen ce 3 vqt3w07 table of contents getting started safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 caution for ac mains lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 4: Accessories

    4 vqt3w07 getting started accessories check the supplied accessories before using this unit. ≥ do not use ac mains lead with other equipment. ∫ using the remote control insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control. Unit and media care ∫ clean this unit with a soft, dry cloth ≥ nev...

  • Page 5: Playable Media

    G e tti n g started 5 vqt3w07 playable media device disc markings device types contents format bd-video video bd-re video, jpeg, mpo bd-r video, divx ® , mkv dvd-video video dvd-r video, avchd, divx ® , mkv, jpeg, mpo, flac, mp3, wav dvd-r dl dvd-rw video, avchd — +r/+rw/+r dl music cd music [cd-da]...

  • Page 6: All

    6 vqt3w07 ∫ discs that cannot be played by this unit ∫ region management information ∫ 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 ...

  • Page 7: Control Reference Guide

    G e tti n g started 7 vqt3w07 control reference guide 1 standby/on switch* (Í/i) (> 14) press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power. 2 display 3 call led the led will light up when this unit receives incoming ca...

  • Page 8: Using The Touchpad

    8 vqt3w07 using the touchpad the touchpad of the remote control is used for various operations such as moving the highlight or pointer, confirming the selection, playback control, entering characters, etc. Basic touchpad operation ∫ move the highlight or the pointer while touching the touchpad, the ...

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    G e tti n g started 9 vqt3w07 using the keys screen the keys screen that can perform item selection, playback control, text input, etc., is displayed on the screen when [keys] is pressed. Keys screen operation will take priority over all other operation on the screen. 1 select the screen to operate ...

  • Page 10: Step 1 : Connecting To A Tv

    10 vqt3w07 connections and settings step 1 : connecting to a tv perform either one of the following connections in accordance with your tv input terminal. ≥ before making any connections, we recommend that you temporarily disconnect all the units from ac power. ≥ do not connect video signals through...

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    C onne c ti ons a nd s e tt ings 11 vqt3w07 step 2 : connecting to an amplifier/receiver perform either one of the following connections in accordance with your amplifier/receiver input terminal. ≥ when connecting to a non-3d compatible amplifier/receiver, connect this unit to a tv via hdmi av out, ...

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    12 vqt3w07 ≥ set “hdmi audio output” to “off” (> 31). ≥ set “digital audio output” (> 31). Cable connections a front speaker (l/r) b surround speaker (l/r) c centre speaker d subwoofer e surround back speaker (l/r) (only for 7.1ch audio out) ≥ set “analog audio output” to “7.1ch” or “2ch (downmix) +...

  • Page 13

    C onne c ti ons a nd s e tt ings 13 vqt3w07 step 3 : connecting 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. ≥ for up-to-date compatibility information...

  • Page 14: Step 5 : Settings

    14 vqt3w07 after connecting your new player for the first time and pressing [Í], a screen for the basic settings will appear. Preparation turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the television. 1 press [Í]. Setup screen appears. 2 follow the on-screen instructions and apply ...

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    C onne c ti ons a nd s e tt ings 15 vqt3w07 ≥ if your wireless network is encrypted, encryption key input screen will be displayed. Input the encryption key of your network. ≥ refer to the operating instructions of the hub or router. ≥ you can perform this setup anytime by selecting “easy network se...

  • Page 16: Step 6 :

    16 vqt3w07 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 ...

  • Page 17: Inserting Or Removing

    P la yb ack 17 vqt3w07 playback inserting or removing media notes ≥ when inserting a media item, ensure that it is facing the right way up. ≥ when removing the sd card, press the centre of the card and pull it straight out. ≥ if you connect a panasonic product with a usb connection cable, the setup ...

  • Page 18: Multi User Mode

    18 vqt3w07 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. The following settings can be personalized. ≥ the user icon ≥ the wallpaper of home menu ≥ the audio and picture settings (> 27, 30) a...

  • Page 19: Playback

    P la yb ack 19 vqt3w07 playback 1 insert the media. Playback starts depending on the media. Repeat this procedure if necessary. ≥ to save on electricity, the unit is turned off automatically if there is no button operation for about 30 minutes when not playing back (such as when paused, displaying t...

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    20 vqt3w07 playback operations are also possible with the keys screen. Playback operations using keys screen 1 repeatedly press [keys] to display the playback control screen. 2 select a key. See page 9 for the keys screen operation. Stop pause search/slow motion skip skip backward 10 seconds it will...

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    P la yb ack 21 vqt3w07 ≥ depending on media and contents, the display may change or may not appear. E.G., bd-video a t: title, c: chapter, pl: playlist b elapsed time in the title c current position d total time e.G., jpeg preparation connect 3d compatible tv to an hdmi av out main terminal of this ...

  • Page 22

    22 vqt3w07 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. (> 13, 14) 2 insert an sd card with 1 gb or more free space. ≥ the sd car...

  • Page 23: Viera Connect

    P la yb ack 23 vqt3w07 viera connect (enjoying internet service) ) viera connect allows you to access some specific websites supported by panasonic, and enjoy internet contents such as photos, videos, etc. From viera connect home screen. This unit has no full browser function and all features of web...

  • Page 24: Home Network Feature

    24 vqt3w07 home network feature preparation 1 perform network connection (> 13) and network settings (> 14) of this unit. 2 perform home network settings of the connected equipment. 3 add the contents and folder to the libraries of the windows media ® player or the smartphone, etc. ≥ playlist of win...

  • Page 25

    P la yb ack 25 vqt3w07 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 4 perform the “remote device settings”. (> 33) ≥ you can...

  • Page 26: Viera Link

    26 vqt3w07 viera link “hdavi control™” preparation 1 set “viera link” to “on” (> 35). (the default setting is “on”.) 2 set the “hdavi control” operations on the connected equipment (e.G., tv). 3 turn on all “hdavi control” compatible equipment and select this unit’s input channel on the connected tv...

  • Page 27: Option Menu

    S e tt ings 27 vqt3w07 settings 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 res...

  • Page 28

    28 vqt3w07 ∫ control panel display the control panel. Playing back while using viera link, etc. E.G., press [return] to hide the control panel. ∫ top menu display top menu. ∫ pop-up menu display pop-up menu. ∫ menu display menu. You can access settings to enjoy special features of this unit from thi...

  • Page 29

    S e tt ings 29 vqt3w07 ∫ sound effects *1, *2 select the sound effect. ≥ night surround : enjoy a movie with powerful sound even when the volume is kept low at night. The audio is set in such a way that it can be heard easily. ≥ re-master : this feature gives you brighter sound by increasing the hig...

  • Page 30: Setup Menu

    30 vqt3w07 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 with both menus. About multi user mode : settings of the items with this indicatio...

  • Page 31

    S e tt ings 31 vqt3w07 ∫ still mode 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. ∫ sound effects (> 29) ∫ dialogue enhancer ...

  • Page 32

    32 vqt3w07 ∫ audio delay synchronization between picture and sound is corrected by adjusting the delay time of the audio output. ∫ analog audio output you can set the optimum multi-channel surround sound for your speakers from this unit when the settings cannot be adjusted from a connected amplifier...

  • Page 33

    S e tt ings 33 vqt3w07 ∫ easy network setting (> 14) ∫ network settings perform network-related settings individually. ¾ 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 c...

  • Page 34

    34 vqt3w07 registration type remote device list registering/deregistering of the displayed equipment can be performed when “manual” in “registration type” is selected. ¾ bd-live internet access (> 22) you can restrict internet access when bd-live functions are used. ≥ if “limit” is selected, interne...

  • Page 35

    S e tt ings 35 vqt3w07 ¾ 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”. ∫ unit settings ¾ front panel display changes the brightness of the unit’s display. ≥ if “autom...

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting Guide

    36 vqt3w07 reference troubleshooting guide before requesting service, please perform the following checks. If the problem remains unresolved, consult your dealer for instructions. The following do not indicate a problem with this unit: – regular disc rotating sounds. – image disturbance during searc...

  • Page 37

    Referen ce 37 vqt3w07 you have forgotten your ratings password. You want to cancel the ratings level. ¾ the ratings level returns to the factory preset. – “00 ret” is displayed on the unit’s display. This unit does not recognize the usb connection correctly. ¾ disconnect and reconnect the usb cable....

  • Page 38

    38 vqt3w07 video is not output in high-definition. ¾ confirm that “hdmi video format” in the setup menu is set properly. (> 30) 3d video is not output. ¾ change the settings as required by the connected tv format. (> 32, “3d type”) ¾ is there a non-3d compatible amplifier/ receiver connected between...

  • Page 39

    Referen ce 39 vqt3w07 disc cannot be played. ¾ the disc is dirty. (> 4) still pictures (jpeg) do not play back normally. ¾ 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. ¾ the sd card is write-protected. (> 6) ¾ confirm that ...

  • Page 40: Messages

    40 vqt3w07 messages the following messages or service numbers may appear on the tv or unit’s display. Cannot play. Cannot play on this unit. ¾ you tried to play a non-compatible image. ¾ confirm “sd” on the unit’s display is not displayed and re-insert the card. No disc inserted. ¾ the disc may be u...

  • Page 41

    Referen ce 41 vqt3w07 h or f (“  ” stands for a number.) ¾ there is something unusual. ¾ check the unit using the troubleshooting guide. If the service number remains displayed, do the following. If the service number remains displayed despite doing the above, request service from the dealer. I...

  • Page 42: Supplemental Information

    42 vqt3w07 supplemental information ∫ display languages list ∫ language code list ∫ tv code list brand tv code brand tv code display language display language display language mivar 24 panasonic 01/02/03/04 aiwa 35 akai 27/30 beko 05/71/72/73/74 benq 58/59 brandt 10/15 bush 05 centrex 66 curtis 05 d...

  • Page 43: Specifications

    Referen ce 43 vqt3w07 specifications ≥ specifications are subject to change without notice. ≥ with certain recording states and folder structures, the play order may differ or playback may not be possible. Signal system pal/ntsc operating temperature range i5 oc to i35 oc operating humidity range 10...

  • Page 44: Precautions of

    44 vqt3w07 the audio output differs depending on which terminals are connected to the amplifier/receiver, and the settings on the unit. (> 31, digital audio output) ≥ the number of channels listed is the maximum possible number of output channels when connected to amplifier/ receiver compatible with...

  • Page 45

    Referen ce 45 vqt3w07 “avchd”, “avchd 3d”, “avchd progressive” and “avchd 3d/progressive” are trademarks of panasonic corporation and sony corporation. Java is a registered trademark of oracle and/or its affiliates. Manufactured under license from dolby laboratories. Dolby and the double-d symbol ar...

  • Page 46

    46 vqt3w07 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) ...

  • Page 47

    Referen ce 47 vqt3w07 these symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take...

  • Page 48

    Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/ec, article 9(2) panasonic testing centre panasonic marketing europe gmbh winsbergring 15, 22525 hamburg, germany environment friendly printed on chlorine free bleached paper. Eu panasonic corporation web site: http://panasonic.Net p c panasonic corporation 2012...