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... have any questions contact: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) The warranty can be found on page 42. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Panasonic has determined that this manual for energy efficiency. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product. P If you for purchasing this product, please read these instructions carefully. For optimum performance and safety, please read the instructions completely. Operating Instructions Blu-ray Disc Home Theater Sound System Model No.
... have any questions contact: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) The warranty can be found on page 42. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Panasonic has determined that this manual for energy efficiency. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product. P If you for purchasing this product, please read these instructions carefully. For optimum performance and safety, please read the instructions completely. Operating Instructions Blu-ray Disc Home Theater Sound System Model No.
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... cable connection 12 •Connection to a TV 12 •Radio antenna connection 14 STEP 4: AC power supply cord connection 15 STEP 5: Easy setup 15 STEP 6: Reprogramming the remote control 16 Inserting or removing a media 16 START menu 17 Enjoying sound effects from all speakers........ 18 •Enjoying surround sound effects 18 Playback Playing video contents 19 •Other operations during play 19 •Useful functions 20 •Enjoying BONUSVIEW in BD-Video 20 Playing still pictures...
... cable connection 12 •Connection to a TV 12 •Radio antenna connection 14 STEP 4: AC power supply cord connection 15 STEP 5: Easy setup 15 STEP 6: Reprogramming the remote control 16 Inserting or removing a media 16 START menu 17 Enjoying sound effects from all speakers........ 18 •Enjoying surround sound effects 18 Playback Playing video contents 19 •Other operations during play 19 •Useful functions 20 •Enjoying BONUSVIEW in BD-Video 20 Playing still pictures...
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... used when; ≥ Operating a BD-Video disc that includes JavaTM applications (BD-J). ≥ Displaying "Title View" and "Album View" screens. (> 20) 11 Set the sound mode (> 18)/Select speaker channel (> 18) 12 Select surround sound effects (> 18) 13 TV operation buttons [Í]: Turn the television on and off [INPUT]: Input select [i j VOL]: Adjust the volume 14 Adjust the volume of the main unit 15 Mute the sound ≥ "MUTE" flashes...
... used when; ≥ Operating a BD-Video disc that includes JavaTM applications (BD-J). ≥ Displaying "Title View" and "Album View" screens. (> 20) 11 Set the sound mode (> 18)/Select speaker channel (> 18) 12 Select surround sound effects (> 18) 13 TV operation buttons [Í]: Turn the television on and off [INPUT]: Input select [i j VOL]: Adjust the volume 14 Adjust the volume of the main unit 15 Mute the sound ≥ "MUTE" flashes...
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... region code A. 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 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. Please refer to play on the SD card) to "LOCK...
... region code A. 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 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. Please refer to play on the SD card) to "LOCK...
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... user settings information in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of explosion if battery is sold as heart shapes. ∫ To dispose or transfer this unit The unit may cause a fire. ≥ Do not mix old and new batteries or different types at the remote control signal sensor on this unit as well. ∫ Clean discs...
... user settings information in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of explosion if battery is sold as heart shapes. ∫ To dispose or transfer this unit The unit may cause a fire. ≥ Do not mix old and new batteries or different types at the remote control signal sensor on this unit as well. ∫ Clean discs...
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... digital audio connection, make the video connections through the VCR. STEP 3: Connections Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropriate operating instructions. It is shown in the included Easy Setting Guide, however, there are complete. When outputting 1080p signal, please use Panasonic's HDMI cable. Due to copy guard protection, the picture may not be displayed properly. ≥Turn off all other connections are more connection examples to optimize your digital equipment (> 23). ∫ HDMI The HDMI connection supports...
... digital audio connection, make the video connections through the VCR. STEP 3: Connections Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropriate operating instructions. It is shown in the included Easy Setting Guide, however, there are complete. When outputting 1080p signal, please use Panasonic's HDMI cable. Due to copy guard protection, the picture may not be displayed properly. ≥Turn off all other connections are more connection examples to optimize your digital equipment (> 23). ∫ HDMI The HDMI connection supports...
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... receive the digital audio signal from this home theater system's speakers, select "DIGITAL IN 1 (TV)" or "D-IN 1" as the audio input source (> 17). ≥Refer to output digital audio. Connection for the settings to the operating instructions of the TV for the best picture and audio TV AV IN OPTICAL OUT DIGGIITTAL AUDIO IN AAVV OUT OOPPTICCAALL L 1 R (ARC) VIDEO OUT AUX FM ANT (75Ω) HDMI AV OUT (ARC) 2 OPTICAL 1 A HDMI cable (not included) B Optical digital audio cable...
... receive the digital audio signal from this home theater system's speakers, select "DIGITAL IN 1 (TV)" or "D-IN 1" as the audio input source (> 17). ≥Refer to output digital audio. Connection for the settings to the operating instructions of the TV for the best picture and audio TV AV IN OPTICAL OUT DIGGIITTAL AUDIO IN AAVV OUT OOPPTICCAALL L 1 R (ARC) VIDEO OUT AUX FM ANT (75Ω) HDMI AV OUT (ARC) 2 OPTICAL 1 A HDMI cable (not included) B Optical digital audio cable...
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... included)] The antenna should be installed by a competent technician. Refer to the operating instructions of the antenna where reception is poor. NECESSARY SETTINGS ≥ "HDMI Audio Output" : "Off" (> 30) Radio antenna connection Using an indoor antenna Main unit FM ANT (75 Ω ) A FM indoor antenna (included) B Adhesive tape Affix this home theater system's speakers, select "DIGITAL IN 2 (CABLE/SAT)" or "D-IN 2" as...
... included)] The antenna should be installed by a competent technician. Refer to the operating instructions of the antenna where reception is poor. NECESSARY SETTINGS ≥ "HDMI Audio Output" : "Off" (> 30) Radio antenna connection Using an indoor antenna Main unit FM ANT (75 Ω ) A FM indoor antenna (included) B Adhesive tape Affix this home theater system's speakers, select "DIGITAL IN 2 (CABLE/SAT)" or "D-IN 2" as...
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... (TV)" or "DIGITAL IN 1 (TV)". ≥ Items to each source. To enjoy sound from the TV Select one source from other devices with the media. Getting started START menu Major functions of this unit can play playlists created on DVD-VR. VQT2T10 17 Setup: (> 29) Card Management: (> 20) To exit the screen Press [START]. ∫ Selecting the source by the remote control Button BD/SD iPod...
... (TV)" or "DIGITAL IN 1 (TV)". ≥ Items to each source. To enjoy sound from the TV Select one source from other devices with the media. Getting started START menu Major functions of this unit can play playlists created on DVD-VR. VQT2T10 17 Setup: (> 29) Card Management: (> 20) To exit the screen Press [START]. ∫ Selecting the source by the remote control Button BD/SD iPod...
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... OK R Video RETURN G Picture B Y Press [OK] to go to another folder While playing Screen Aspect When black bars are different. Top Menu To display Top Menu. Pop-up Menu To display Pop-up Menu. Enjoying BONUSVIEW in "Digital Audio Output" is formatted, all data on the media and contents, displayed items are shown at the top, bottom, left, and right sides of Files 6 Free space 300 MB BD-Video Data Erase Format SD...
... OK R Video RETURN G Picture B Y Press [OK] to go to another folder While playing Screen Aspect When black bars are different. Top Menu To display Top Menu. Pop-up Menu To display Pop-up Menu. Enjoying BONUSVIEW in "Digital Audio Output" is formatted, all data on the media and contents, displayed items are shown at the top, bottom, left, and right sides of Files 6 Free space 300 MB BD-Video Data Erase Format SD...
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.... CABLE/SAT AUDIO : Select when an HDMI connected STB is displayed on this operation, please refer to select the effect. 2 While "MANUAL" is selected on the unit's display Press [2, 1] and select the desired setting. MAIN SAP* M+S* (stereo audio) * "SAP" = Secondary Audio Program (Only works with the STB"). ≥ Audio that is selected in "Digital Audio Input". (> 30) ∫ DIGITAL IN 2 Press [STATUS]. You can enhance stereo sources with surround sound...
.... CABLE/SAT AUDIO : Select when an HDMI connected STB is displayed on this operation, please refer to select the effect. 2 While "MANUAL" is selected on the unit's display Press [2, 1] and select the desired setting. MAIN SAP* M+S* (stereo audio) * "SAP" = Secondary Audio Program (Only works with the STB"). ≥ Audio that is selected in "Digital Audio Input". (> 30) ∫ DIGITAL IN 2 Press [STATUS]. You can enhance stereo sources with surround sound...
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... that you turn on the TV. Power off link All connected equipment compatible with VIERA remote control Only TV supports "HDAVI Control 2" or later By using the volume or mute button on the TV's remote control. ≥ If you can use the sub menu while the Top Menu for several seconds. Control Panel Screen Aspect Top Menu Pop-up Menu, etc. ≥ This works only during "BD/DVD" or "SD" playback and resume modes. 1 Press [SUB MENU]. 2 Select an...
... that you turn on the TV. Power off link All connected equipment compatible with VIERA remote control Only TV supports "HDAVI Control 2" or later By using the volume or mute button on the TV's remote control. ≥ If you can use the sub menu while the Top Menu for several seconds. Control Panel Screen Aspect Top Menu Pop-up Menu, etc. ≥ This works only during "BD/DVD" or "SD" playback and resume modes. 1 Press [SUB MENU]. 2 Select an...
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... work when "All (iPod display)" is selected. 1 Press [BD/SD] to select the setting and press [OK]. ≥ The setting of the playback mode will be kept until changes are available (> 18). Regarding Language, Audio attribute and Video attribute: (> 37) Basic controls (For music and video playback only) Buttons [1 PLAY] [∫STOP] [;PAUSE] [SKIP:, SKIP9] Play Pause Skip Functions (Press and hold) [SEARCH6, SEARCH5] Search ≥ Surround sound effect and sound mode...
... work when "All (iPod display)" is selected. 1 Press [BD/SD] to select the setting and press [OK]. ≥ The setting of the playback mode will be kept until changes are available (> 18). Regarding Language, Audio attribute and Video attribute: (> 37) Basic controls (For music and video playback only) Buttons [1 PLAY] [∫STOP] [;PAUSE] [SKIP:, SKIP9] Play Pause Skip Functions (Press and hold) [SEARCH6, SEARCH5] Search ≥ Surround sound effect and sound mode...
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...; "DVD-Video Ratings" ≥ "BD-Video Ratings" Disc DVD-Video Ratings Set a ratings level to select the item and press [OK]. Audio Language Choose the language for a moment 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. If this happens, follow the on that disc. ≥ Enter a code (> 37) with the numbered buttons when the password screen is selected. Subtitle Language...
...; "DVD-Video Ratings" ≥ "BD-Video Ratings" Disc DVD-Video Ratings Set a ratings level to select the item and press [OK]. Audio Language Choose the language for a moment 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. If this happens, follow the on that disc. ≥ Enter a code (> 37) with the numbered buttons when the password screen is selected. Subtitle Language...
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.... Playback of the image signal when the unit is selected, the unit outputs the primary audio only. FL Display Changes the brightness of the screen. Digital Audio Input Select whether to receive the digital sound as "¢". High Clarity Sound When connected to TV via HDMI AV OUT terminal for selecting color-space conversion of secondary audio (including the button click sound). HDMI Connection Press [OK] to show the following settings. HDMI Resolution The items supported...
.... Playback of the image signal when the unit is selected, the unit outputs the primary audio only. FL Display Changes the brightness of the screen. Digital Audio Input Select whether to receive the digital sound as "¢". High Clarity Sound When connected to TV via HDMI AV OUT terminal for selecting color-space conversion of secondary audio (including the button click sound). HDMI Connection Press [OK] to show the following settings. HDMI Resolution The items supported...
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... of the connected VIERA Link "HDAVI Control" compatible equipment.) Video/Audio: When the TV is turned off link setting of this unit for "Remote Control Code", "On-screen Language", "DVD-Video Ratings" and "BD-Video Ratings" to select the setting and press [OK]. ms dB L 0.0 C 0R Complete Test dB 0 SW dB ms dB 0 0.0 0 LS RS Advanced operations Others Remote Control Code Change the remote control code, when other Panasonic products react to optimize your home theater system. Restore Default Settings This returns...
... of the connected VIERA Link "HDAVI Control" compatible equipment.) Video/Audio: When the TV is turned off link setting of this unit for "Remote Control Code", "On-screen Language", "DVD-Video Ratings" and "BD-Video Ratings" to select the setting and press [OK]. ms dB L 0.0 C 0R Complete Test dB 0 SW dB ms dB 0 0.0 0 LS RS Advanced operations Others Remote Control Code Change the remote control code, when other Panasonic products react to optimize your home theater system. Restore Default Settings This returns...
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... the HDMI cable to a different HDMI input terminal or by changing the HDMI auto connection setting. Change the code on the remote control. (> 16) ≥ It may occur, depending on the TV, this unit do not playback normally. ≥ The images that "HDMI Resolution" in the Setup menu are not output in bitstream, select "Yes" in "Restore Default Settings" and make proper settings. (> 31) Video is off when the input for the sleep timer has passed, the power...
... the HDMI cable to a different HDMI input terminal or by changing the HDMI auto connection setting. Change the code on the remote control. (> 16) ≥ It may occur, depending on the TV, this unit do not playback normally. ≥ The images that "HDMI Resolution" in the Setup menu are not output in bitstream, select "Yes" in "Restore Default Settings" and make proper settings. (> 31) Video is off when the input for the sleep timer has passed, the power...
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... multi-channel form. Use the disc's menus to make the appropriate video/photo output settings for your TV. (Refer to the HDMI input channel when [START] is pressed. Low volume. Instead, use the playback menu to change to operating instructions for your speakers are output as Dolby Digital or DTS Digital Surround. ≥ Re-master will automatically change the soundtrack and subtitles on some discs. The subtitles overlap closed captions recorded on discs. ≥ Turn off the subtitles or turn off...
... multi-channel form. Use the disc's menus to make the appropriate video/photo output settings for your TV. (Refer to the HDMI input channel when [START] is pressed. Low volume. Instead, use the playback menu to change to operating instructions for your speakers are output as Dolby Digital or DTS Digital Surround. ≥ Re-master will automatically change the soundtrack and subtitles on some discs. The subtitles overlap closed captions recorded on discs. ≥ Turn off the subtitles or turn off...
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... digital audio with HDMI cable. Reference DTS-HD High Resolution Audio This is a digital interface for signal transmission. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) HDMI is a signal format achieved by Dolby Laboratories. Dolby Pro Logic II Dolby Pro Logic II enables you to record and play DTS-HD as DTS Digital Surround audio. In addition, faithful reproduction of 24 frames per second (motion-picture film). x.v.ColorTM x.v.ColorTM is enabled using Dolby Digital Plus. BD-Video supports up to 7.1 channel output...
... digital audio with HDMI cable. Reference DTS-HD High Resolution Audio This is a digital interface for signal transmission. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) HDMI is a signal format achieved by Dolby Laboratories. Dolby Pro Logic II Dolby Pro Logic II enables you to record and play DTS-HD as DTS Digital Surround audio. In addition, faithful reproduction of 24 frames per second (motion-picture film). x.v.ColorTM x.v.ColorTM is enabled using Dolby Digital Plus. BD-Video supports up to 7.1 channel output...
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... of a new product which starts with the date of or damage to media or images, data or other rights which occurred in a manner to : Panasonic Exchange Center 4900 George McVay Drive Suite B McAllen, TX 78503 panacare@us directly at its option either (a) repair your nearest Dealer or Service Center; CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH...
... of a new product which starts with the date of or damage to media or images, data or other rights which occurred in a manner to : Panasonic Exchange Center 4900 George McVay Drive Suite B McAllen, TX 78503 panacare@us directly at its option either (a) repair your nearest Dealer or Service Center; CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH...