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Panasonic DMPBD79 Operating Instructions Manual

Summary of DMPBD79

  • Page 1

    Operating instructions blu-ray disc tm player model no. Dmp-bd79 thank you for purchasing this product. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Firmware updates panasonic is constantly improving the unit’s firmware to ensure that our c...

  • Page 2: Precautions

    2 vqt4w89 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 th...

  • Page 3

    3 vqt4w89 ≥ the operation history may be recorded in the memory of this unit. 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 comm...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    4 vqt4w89 table of contents precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 getting started accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 unit and media care . . . . . . . . . . . 5 playable media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 control reference guide . . . . . . . . 8 connections and settings con...

  • Page 5: Accessories

    G e tti n g started c onne c ti ons a nd s e tt ings p la y b ack s e tt ings referen c e 5 vqt4w89 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...

  • Page 6: Playable Media

    6 vqt4w89 playable media ≥ see pages 7 and 35 for more information on the types of content that can be played. Device media markings device types contents format bd-video video bd-re video, jpeg bd-r video, mkv dvd-video video dvd-r video, avchd, mkv, jpeg, aac, flac, mp3, wav, wma dvd-r dl dvd-rw v...

  • Page 7: All

    G e tti n g started 7 vqt4w89 ∫ discs that cannot be played by this unit any other disc that is not specifically supported or previously described. ∫ region management information ∫ finalize dvd-r/rw/r dl, +r/+rw/+r dl and cd-r/rw recorded by a recorder needs to be finalized by the recorder to play ...

  • Page 8: Control Reference Guide

    8 vqt4w89 control reference guide 1 2 3 6 4 5 7 8 19 10 9 20 18 16 15 17 14 13 12 11 1 turn the unit on and off 2 tv operation buttons you can operate the panasonic tv using the unit’s remote control. Some buttons may not work depending on the tv. [Í tv] : turn the tv on and off [av] : change input ...

  • Page 9: Connecting To A Tv

    C onne c ti ons a nd s e tt ings 9 vqt4w89 connections and settings connecting to a tv connect the ac mains lead after making all connections. ≥ before making any connections, we recommend that you temporarily disconnect all the units from ac power. ≥ use the high speed hdmi cables. Non-hdmi-complia...

  • Page 10: Connecting To The Network

    10 vqt4w89 connecting to the network the following services can be used when this unit is connected to broadband. ≥ firmware can be updated (> 13) ≥ you can enjoy bd-live (> 18) ≥ you can access other devices (home network) (> 20) for details about connection method, refer to the instructions suppli...

  • Page 11: Settings

    C onne c ti ons a nd s e tt ings 11 vqt4w89 settings after connecting your new player for the first time and pressing [Í], the basic settings screen will appear. Preparation turn on the tv and select the appropriate video input. 1 press [Í]. Setup screen appears. 2 follow the on-screen instructions ...

  • Page 12

    12 vqt4w89 wps (push button): if your wireless router supports wps (push button), you can easily perform the settings by pressing wps button on it. Wps (wi-fi protected setup tm ) is a standard that facilitates settings relating to the connection and security of wireless lan devices. 1 press wps but...

  • Page 13: Reprogramming The

    C onne c ti ons a nd s e tt ings 13 vqt4w89 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 vi...

  • Page 14: Inserting Or Removing

    14 vqt4w89 playback inserting or removing media notes ≥ when inserting a media item, ensure that it is facing the right way up. ≥ if you connect a panasonic product with a usb connection cable, the setup screen may be displayed on the connected equipment. For details, refer to the instructions for t...

  • Page 15: Home Menu

    P la y b ack 15 vqt4w89 home menu major functions of this unit can be operated from the home menu. Preparation turn on the tv and select the appropriate video input on the tv. 1 press [Í] to turn on the unit. 2 press [ok] or [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the item. ≥ if there are any other items, repeat thi...

  • Page 16: Multi User Mode

    16 vqt4w89 multi user mode multi user mode allows individuals to customize settings and switch to their saved 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 set...

  • Page 17: Playback

    P la y b ack 17 vqt4w89 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, ...

  • Page 18

    18 vqt4w89 select the item and press [ok]. 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 ...

  • Page 19: Enjoying Network Service

    P la y b ack 19 vqt4w89 enjoying network service network service allows you to access some specific websites supported by panasonic, and enjoy internet contents such as photos, videos, etc. From network service home screen. This unit has no full browser function and some features of websites may not...

  • Page 20: Home Network Feature

    20 vqt4w89 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 player. You can also enjoy viewing the video and photos recorded in panasonic dlna compatible r...

  • Page 21

    P la y b ack 21 vqt4w89 you can use a smartphone or tablet 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 and 2. (> 20) 3 add the contents and ...

  • Page 22: “Hdmi Cec”

    22 vqt4w89 “hdmi cec” this unit supports “hdmi cec” (consumer electronics control) function. See the operating instructions for connected equipment for operational details. Preparation 1 set “hdmi cec” to “on” (> 29). (the default setting is “on”.) 2 set the “hdmi cec” operations on the connected eq...

  • Page 23: Option Menu

    S e tt ings 23 vqt4w89 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 24

    24 vqt4w89 ∫ 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 changed. ∫ progressive select the method of conversion for progressive output to suit the type...

  • Page 25: Setup Menu

    S e tt ings 25 vqt4w89 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 th...

  • Page 26

    26 vqt4w89 ∫ dialogue enhancer (> 24) ∫ dynamic range compression you can listen at low volumes but still hear dialog clearly. (dolby digital, dolby digital plus and dolby truehd only) ∫ digital audio output press [ok] to show the following settings: ¾ dolby d/dolby d +/dolby truehd ¾ dts/dts-hd sel...

  • Page 27

    S e tt ings 27 vqt4w89 ∫ easy network setting (> 11) ∫ network settings perform network-related settings individually. Press [ok] to show the following settings: ¾ lan connection mode select the lan connection method. ¾ wireless settings this allows the wireless router and connection settings to be ...

  • Page 28

    28 vqt4w89 ¾ bd-live internet access (> 18) you can restrict internet access when bd-live functions are used. ≥ if “limit” is selected, internet access is permitted only for bd-live contents which have content owner certificates. The following items use the same password. Don’t forget your password....

  • Page 29

    S e tt ings 29 vqt4w89 ¾ screen saver function this is to prevent image retention 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.,...

  • Page 30: Led Indicators

    30 vqt4w89 reference led indicators error states are indicated by the info led. Confirm the following items in correspondence to the state of info led on the front panel of this unit. ≥ if the state of the info led does not change after performing the operations in the table below, contact your loca...

  • Page 31: Messages

    Referen c e 31 vqt4w89 messages check the following when messages are displayed on the screen. Cannot play. ¾ you inserted an incompatible disc. Cannot play on this unit. ¾ you tried to play a non-compatible image. No disc inserted. ¾ the disc may be upside down. $ this operation is not available. ¾...

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting Guide

    32 vqt4w89 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 search. ∫ unit ...

  • Page 33

    Referen c e 33 vqt4w89 the images from this unit do not appear on the tv. Picture is distorted. ¾ an incorrect resolution is selected in “hdmi video format”. Reset the setting as follows: 1 turn the unit on. 2 press and hold [ok], the yellow button and the blue button on the remote control at the sa...

  • Page 34

    34 vqt4w89 i can’t connect to the network. ¾ confirm the network connection and settings. (> 10, 11, 27) ¾ there may be obstacles that prevent the unit from detecting your home network. Bring the unit and the wireless router closer to each other. This unit may be able to detect your network name (> ...

  • Page 35: Specifications

    Referen c e 35 vqt4w89 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. General signal system pal/ntsc operating temperature range i5 oc to i35 oc operating humidity...

  • Page 36

    36 vqt4w89 ≥ the number of channels listed is the maximum possible number of output channels when connected to amplifier/ receiver compatible with the respective audio format. *1 when “bd-video secondary audio” is set to “on”, the audio will be output as dolby digital, dts digital surround or 5.1ch ...

  • Page 37

    Referen c e 37 vqt4w89 “avchd” is a trademark 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 are trademarks of dolby laboratories. Manufactured under lice...

  • Page 38

    38 vqt4w89 the data files and software are provided ““as is””, without warranty of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to the warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and noninfringement of third party rights. In no event shall the copyright holder or holde...

  • Page 39

    Referen c e 39 vqt4w89 limited warranty (only for australia) panasonic warranty 1. The product is warranted for 12 months from the date of purchase. Subject to the conditions of this warranty panasonic or its authorised service centre will perform necessary service on the product without charge for ...

  • Page 40

    (inside of product) panasonic corporation web site: http://panasonic.Net c panasonic corporation 2013 p vqt4w89 f0213st0 dmp-bd79_eg-vqt4v15_mst.Book 40 ページ ２０１３年１月１７日 木曜日 午後２時３６分.