Page 2 - IMPORTANT SAFETY; CAUTION; THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.
2 VQT3W08 Getting star ted 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.1 Read these instru...
Page 3 - Table of contents; Getting started; “HDAVI Control; Settings; WARNING; About Firmware updates (
G e tti n g started C o nn e c ti o ns & S e tt in gs P la yb ack S e tt ings Referen ce 3 VQT3W08 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 ...
Page 4 - Accessories; Batteries for remote control; Unit and media care; DO
4 VQT3W08 Accessories Check the supplied accessories before using this unit. 1 Remote control (N2QAYB000710) 2 Batteries for remote control 1 AC adaptor(RFEA221W) 1 AC power supply cord(K2CB2CB00022) 1 HDMI cable(K1HY19YY0012) 1 Pedestal(RFA3385) ≥ Product numbers provided in this Owner’s Manual cor...
Page 5 - Playable media; Type; Music CD; BD
G e tti n g started 5 VQT3W08 Playable media ≥ See pages 6 and 40 for more information on the types of content that can be played. Type Logo examples Type detail Playable contents BD-Video Video BD-RE Video, JPEG, MPO BD-R Video, DivX ® [For_Canada] , MKV DVD-Video Video DVD-R Video, AVCHD, DivX ® [...
Page 6 - “ALL”; ALL
6 VQT3W08 ∫ 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 ≥ [For_U.S.A.] : All types of DivX discs [For_Canada] : DivX Plus HD discs ≥ PAL...
Page 7 - Control reference guide
G e tti n g started 7 VQT3W08 Control reference guide 1 Turn the unit on and off 2 Show the Home screen of the VIERA Connect ( > 22) 3 Show HOME menu ( > 17) 4 Touchpad ( > 8) Used for various operationMove the highlight, confirm the selection, etc. 5 Show Option menu ( > 25) 6 Colored b...
Page 8 - Using the touchpad; Move the highlight or the pointer; It may not work depending on the screen.; Confirm the selection; Bad example of flicking; Finger stops on the touchpad; Basic touchpad operation
8 VQT3W08 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. ∫ Move the highlight or the pointer While touching the touchpad, the highlight or pointer will...
Page 9 - Select the screen to operate by pressing; Types of KEYS screen; Show status messages (; Move the highlight or the pointer onto a; Using the KEYS screen; Select to move the cursor in the text box
G e tti n g started 9 VQT3W08 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 by pressing on [KEYS] s...
Page 10 - STEP 1 : Installing the Unit; Horizontal diagonal installation with pedestal
10 VQT3W08 STEP 1 : Installing the Unit The unit can be installed in following four ways. ≥ Use the pedestal supplied with the unit. ≥ Beware of tipping or falling of the main unit when connecting the cables after installation. ≥ The remote control signal sensor that will operate will change dependi...
Page 11 - Press and secure the main unit into the pedestal.; To reattach the pedestal; Fit the projecting part (; STEP 2 : Connecting to a TV; Vertical installation with pedestal; Remote control
C o nn e c ti o ns & S e tt in gs 11 VQT3W08 1 Remove the screw at the bottom of the supplied pedestal using a screwdriver (+), and separate the top section and the bottom section of the pedestal. Top section of the pedestal is not used. 2 Align the rear end of the main unit against the rear end...
Page 12 - STEP 3 : Connecting to an amplifier/receiver; Set “Digital Audio Output” (; HDMI AV OUT; HDMI cable; Optical digital cable
12 VQT3W08 STEP 3 : Connecting to an amplifier/receiver Perform either one of the following connections in accordance with your amplifier/receiver input terminal. ≥ Set “Digital Audio Output” ( > 29). ≥ When connecting to a non-3D compatible amplifier/receiver, connect this unit to a TV via HDMI ...
Page 13 - STEP 4 : Connecting to the network; STEP 5 : Connecting to an AC power source; Wireless LAN connection; To a household AC outlet
C o nn e c ti o ns & S e tt in gs 13 VQT3W08 STEP 4 : Connecting to the network The following services can be used when this unit is connected to broadband. ≥ Firmware can be updated ( > 16) ≥ You can enjoy BD-Live ( > 21) ≥ You can enjoy VIERA Connect ( > 22) ≥ You can access other dev...
Page 14 - perform the settings.; Easy Setting; Wired connection
14 VQT3W08 STEP 6 : Settings After connecting your new player for the first time and pressing [ Í ], a screen for the basic settings will appear. PreparationTurn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the television. 1 Press [ Í ]. Please wait until the Status LED lights blue.Se...
Page 15 - “Search for wireless network”; When your wireless network is encrypted
C o nn e c ti o ns & S e tt in gs 15 VQT3W08 ∫ “Search for wireless network” The available wireless networks will be displayed. 1 Select your network name. ≥ If your network name is not displayed, search again by pressing the [R] button on the remote control. Stealth SSID will not be displayed; ...
Page 16 - To update the firmware; Reprogramming the
16 VQT3W08 If you have more than one Panasonic player/recorder and the remote control operates both products at once, you will need to change the remote control code to prevent this occurrence. ( > 33, “Remote Control Code”) Occasionally, Panasonic may release updated firmware for this unit that ...
Page 17 - Inserting or removing; The disc will be pulled in when inserted partially.; HOME menu; If there are any other items, repeat this step.; Label side
C o nn e c ti o ns & S e tt in gs P la yb ack 17 VQT3W08 Play back Inserting or removing media Inserting disc in the disc slot ≥ The disc will be pulled in when inserted partially. ≥ The power will be turned on automatically when the disc is inserted while in the standby mode. To eject the disc ...
Page 18 - Multi User Mode; Using colored buttons; Personalizing a new user
18 VQT3W08 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 ( > 25, 28...
Page 19 - Playback; Select the item to play.; playback control screen.; Operations during playback; Stop
P la yb ack 19 VQT3W08 Playback 1 Insert the media. Playback starts depending on the media. 2 Select the item to play. Repeat this procedure if necessary. ≥ DISCS CONTINUE TO ROTATE WHILE MENUS ARE DISPLAYED. Select [ ∫ ] from the KEYS screen when you have finished playback to protect the unit’s mot...
Page 20 - Quick playback control; Displaying menus and; Show the status
20 VQT3W08 Basic operation can be performed by swiping the edge of the touchpad with your finger, such as the following. ≥ Perform the operation when the KEYS screen is not displayed. 1 Repeatedly press [KEYS] to display the cursor key input screen. 2 Select a key. See page 9 for the KEYS screen ope...
Page 21 - Deleting data/Formatting SD; The following items can be set.; Enjoying 3D video and; Change the display interval.
P la yb ack 21 VQT3W08 Preparation Connect this unit to a 3D compatible TV. ( > 11, 12) ≥ Perform the necessary preparations for the TV. ≥ Play back following the instructions displayed on the screen. ≥ 3D Settings ( > 27, 30) ≥ Please refrain from viewing 3D images if you do not feel well or ...
Page 22 - VIERA Connect; Preparation; The video communication service can be; To exit from VIERA Connect; Online movie rental service; Internet
22 VQT3W08 VIERA Connect (Enjoying NETFLIX, etc.) 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 websites may not be ...
Page 23 - Home Network feature; Playing back contents on
P la yb ack 23 VQT3W08 Home Network feature 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. Preparation 1 Perform network connection ( > 13) an...
Page 24 - VIERA Link; Set “VIERA Link” to “On” (; What is VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”?; is a new name for EZ; Power off link
24 VQT3W08 VIERA Link TM “HDAVI Control TM ” Preparation 1 Set “VIERA Link” to “On” ( > 33). (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 co...
Page 25 - Option menu; Operation Menu
P la yb ack S e tt ings 25 VQT3W08 Se ttin gs 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 sav...
Page 26 - Personal Preference; Video Settings
26 VQT3W08 ∫ Secondary Video ∫ Playback Information Window Displays the following. Press [RETURN] to exit. ∫ Control Panel Display the Control Panel.Playing back while using VIERA Link, etc. Tap to select the center key.Swipe your finger up, down, left, or right to select the keys accordingly.Press ...
Page 27 - Audio Settings
S e tt ings 27 VQT3W08 ∫ 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 high f...
Page 28 - Setup menu; : Settings of the items with this indication are; Video
28 VQT3W08 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 indication...
Page 29 - Audio
S e tt ings 29 VQT3W08 ∫ 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. ∫ Sound Effects ( > 27) ∫...
Page 30 - Language
30 VQT3W08 ∫ 7.1ch Audio Reformatting Surround sound with 6.1ch or less is automatically expanded and played back at 7.1ch. ≥ If “Off” is selected, sound is played over the original number of channels. (Note that in the case of 6.1ch audio, playback will be at 5.1ch.) ≥ Audio reformatting is enabled...
Page 34 - Indicator illumination; Indicator LEDs
34 VQT3W08 Refe ren ce Indicator illumination Confirm the following items in correspondence to the status of the LED of the unit. An error condition exists when the Status LED is red. Open the panel at the side of the main unit and check the status of the indicator LEDs. If the red LED does not turn...
Page 35 - Messages; Cannot display on this unit.
Referen ce 35 VQT3W08 Messages Cannot play. ¾ You inserted an incompatible disc (Discs recorded in PAL video, etc.). Cannot display 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 Some operations are unsu...
Page 36 - Troubleshooting guide; Unit doesn’t respond to remote; Reset the unit as follows:; General operation
36 VQT3W08 Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, please perform the following steps. 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 contr...
Page 37 - The switches of the unit do not work.; – When Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD,; D video is not output.; Confirm the “TV Aspect” is set properly. (; Picture
Referen ce 37 VQT3W08 You have forgotten your ratings password.You want to cancel the ratings level. ¾ The ratings level returns to the factory preset. 1 Turn the unit on. 2 Press and hold [KEYS], [B] and [Y] at the same time for more than 5 seconds.– Status LED and INFO LED start to flash. 3 Press ...
Page 38 - On the “Wireless Settings” screen (
38 VQT3W08 Cannot switch audio. ¾ When connecting an amplifier/receiver using DIGITAL AUDIO OUT or HDMI AV OUT terminal, you cannot switch the audio if “Digital Audio Output” is set to “Bitstream”. Set “Digital Audio Output” to “PCM”. ( > 29) Cannot hear the desired audio type. ¾ Check the connec...
Page 39 - Supplemental; Display languages list; Precautions for Wireless; – Do not bend, or subject this unit to strong
Referen ce 39 VQT3W08 Supplemental information ∫ Display languages list ∫ Language code list Precautions for Wireless LAN connection The following limits are in place regarding the usage of this unit. You must be aware of these limits before using this unit.Panasonic will in no way be responsible fo...
Page 40 - Specifications; Specifications are subject to change without notice.; File format
40 VQT3W08 Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. * Using supplied AC adaptor ≥ Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of the main unit and AC adaptor respectively. ≥ With certain recording states and folder structures, the play order may differ or playb...
Page 41 - Audio information
Referen ce 41 VQT3W08 The audio output differs depending on which terminals are connected to the amplifier/receiver, and the settings on the unit. ( > 29, Digital Audio Output) ≥ The number of channels listed is the maximum possible number of output channels when connected to amplifier/ receiver ...
Page 44 - Limited Warranty; One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094; Panasonic Blu-ray and DVD Products Limited Warranty
44 VQT3W08 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO) Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America,Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Blu-ray and DVD Products Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA ...
Page 45 - Panasonic Canada Inc.; PANASONIC PRODUCT - LIMITED WARRANTY
Referen ce 45 VQT3W08 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 sta...
Page 46 - Referencia rápida en español; Ahorro de energía; Conexiones básicas; Reproducción básica
46 VQT3W08 Referencia rápida en español (Spanish Quick Reference) ≥ Conéctelo cuando haya realizado el resto de conexiones. Ahorro de energía Esta unidad consume una pequeña cantidad de energía aunque esté ajustada en el modo de espera (Accionamiento rápido : Desactivado, aprox. 0,5 W). Para ahorrar...
Page 47 - Uso de la KEYS pantalla
Referen ce 47 VQT3W08 La pantalla KEYS para selección de opciones, control de reproducción, entrada de texto, etc., se visualiza cuando se pulsa [KEYS].Las funciones de la pantalla KEYS tendrán prioridad sobre cualquier otra operación visualizada. 1 Seleccione la pantalla de funciones pulsando [KEYS...
Page 48 - Index; pr; Panasonic Corporation 2012
Index A Audio Changing audio . . . . . . 19Language . . . . . . . . 30, 39 B BD-Live . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 D DivX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40DLNA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 F File format . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Firmware update . . . . . . . 16 K KEYS screen . . . . . . . ...