Page 2 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; CAUTION
2 VQT2U33 Getting starte d 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; STEP 3 : Connecting to; Playback; Linked operations with the TV; Settings; About Firmware updates (
G e tt in g s ta rte d C onn e c ti ons & S e tt ings Pl ayb ack S e tti n g s Refe re n c e 3 VQT2U33 Table of contents Getting started IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . .2Accessory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Unit and media care . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Control reference guide...
Page 4 - Accessory; Unit and media care; Clean this unit with a soft, dry cloth; Using the remote control; DO
4 VQT2U33 Accessory Check the supplied accessories before using this unit. 1 Remote control (N2QAKB000076) 1 Audio/Video cable (K2KYYYY00048) 2 Batteries for remote control 1 AC power supply cord (K2CB2CB00022) 1 [BDT105] HDMI cable (K1HA19DA0005) (ONLY FOR CANADA)The enclosed Canadian French label ...
Page 5 - Control reference guide
G e tt in g s ta rte d 5 VQT2U33 Control reference guide 1 Turn the unit on and off ( > 12) 2 TV operation buttons ( > 15) You can operate the TV through the unit’s remote control.[ Í TV POWER] : Turn the television on and off [INPUT] : Input select [ i j VOL] : Adjust the volume [ W X CH] : C...
Page 6 - Video; Music CD; USB devices; DivX; BD
6 VQT2U33 Playable discs/Cards/USB devices Type Logo examples Type detail Playable contents BD-Video Video BD-RE VideoJPEG BD-R VideoDivX ® DVD-Video Video DVD-RAM VideoAVCHDJPEG DVD-R VideoAVCHDDivX ® MP3JPEG DVD-R DL DVD-RW VideoAVCHD — +R/+RW/+R DL Music CD Music [CD-DA] — CD-R CD-RW DivX ® Music...
Page 7 - Region management information; Finalize; ALL
G e tt in g s ta rte d 7 VQT2U33 ∫ Discs that cannot be played in this unit Any other disc that is not specifically supported or previously described. ≥ 2.6 GB and 5.2 GB DVD-RAM ≥ DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from cartridge ≥ Super Audio CD ≥ Photo CD ≥ DVD-Audio ≥ Video CD and Super Video CD ≥ W...
Page 8 - STEP 1 : Connecting to a TV; Via an HDMI AV OUT terminal
8 VQT2U33 STEP 1 : Connecting to a TV ≥ Do not place the unit on amplifiers/receivers or equipment that may become hot. The heat can damage the unit. ≥ Before making any connections we suggest you temporarily disconnect all the units from AC power. ≥ Do not connect video signals through a video reco...
Page 9 - Via a COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal
C onn e c ti ons & S e tt ings 9 VQT2U33 ∫ Via a COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal ∫ Via a VIDEO OUT terminal ≥ Connect terminals of the same color. ≥ Set “Component Video Resolution” to “480p”, “720p” or “1080i” ( > 30). ≥ Set “HDMI Video Mode” to “Off” ( > 30). ≥ Connect terminals of the same...
Page 10 - STEP 2 : Connecting to an amplifier/receiver; Digital Audio
10 VQT2U33 STEP 2 : Connecting to an amplifier/receiver Digital Audio ∫ Via an HDMI AV OUT terminal – It is possible to playback 3D videos when the connected TV and amplifier/receiver are 3D compatible. ∫ Via an OPTICAL terminal ≥ Set “HDMI Video Mode” and “HDMI Audio Output” to “On” ( > 30). ≥ S...
Page 11 - STEP 3 : Connecting to a broadband network
C onn e c ti ons & S e tt ings 11 VQT2U33 STEP 3 : Connecting to a broadband network The following services can be used when this unit is connected to broadband. ≥ Firmware can be updated ( > 15) ≥ You can enjoy BD-Live ( > 19) ≥ You can enjoy VIERA CAST ( > 24) For details about connec...
Page 12 - Preparation; Easy Setting
12 VQT2U33 STEP 4 : Connecting to an AC power ≥ This unit consumes a small amount of AC power (“Quick Start”: “Off”, approx. 0.1 W) even when turned off. In the interest of power conservation, if you will not be using this unit for an extended period of time, it can be disconnected. STEP 5 : Setting...
Page 13 - Network Easy Setting
C onn e c ti ons & S e tt ings 13 VQT2U33 After completing “Easy Setting”, you can continuously perform “Network Easy Setting”. 1 Select “Wired” or “Wireless” and press [OK]. If “Wireless LAN Adaptor is not connected.” is displayed, check that the Wireless LAN Adaptor is fully inserted. Alternat...
Page 15 - buttons while pressing [; Firmware updates; For other Panasonic products
C onn e c ti ons & S e tt ings 15 VQT2U33 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 ...
Page 16 - To switch drives; FUNCTIONS menu
16 VQT2U33 Playb ack Inserting or removing media ≥ When inserting a media item, ensure that it is facing the right way up. ≥ When the indicator on this unit’s display blinks, do not turn off the unit or remove the media. Such action may result in loss of the media’s contents. ≥ When removing the SD ...
Page 17 - Playing video contents; To show menus; BD DVD CD SD USB; Other operations during play; Stop
Pl ayb ack 17 VQT2U33 Playing video contents Preparation Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the television. 1 Press [ Í POWER] to turn on the unit. 2 Insert the media. Play starts. ≥ If the menu is displayed, press [ 3 , 4 , 2 , 1 ] to select the item and press [OK]. ≥ ...
Page 18 - Useful functions
18 VQT2U33 1 Press [SUB MENU]. 2 Select an item, then press [OK]. ≥ Depending on the played contents if you perform “Screen Aspect”, there may be no effect. ≥ When “TV Aspect” ( > 30) is set to “4:3 Pan & Scan” or “4:3 Letterbox”, the “Zoom” effect in “Screen Aspect” is disabled. ≥ Depending ...
Page 19 - Deleting data/Formatting SD cards
Pl ayb ack 19 VQT2U33 What is BONUSVIEW? BONUSVIEW allows you to enjoy functions such as picture-in-picture or secondary audio etc. What is BD-Live? In addition to the BONUSVIEW function, BD-Live allows you to enjoy more functions such as subtitles, exclusive images and online games by connecting th...
Page 20 - Displaying subtitle text; Regarding DivX
20 VQT2U33 ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX ® is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an official DivX Certified device that plays DivX video. Visit www.divx.com for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX video. ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX Certified ® dev...
Page 21 - Enjoying 3D video; D settings
Pl ayb ack 21 VQT2U33 Enjoying 3D video You can enjoy powerful videos with realistic sensations of the 3D compatible video software by connecting this unit with a High Speed HDMI Cable to a 3D compatible TV. Preparation Connect 3D compatible TV to an HDMI AV OUT terminal of this unit using a High Sp...
Page 22 - Playing still pictures; ] to select the album; To show the picture properties
22 VQT2U33 Playing still pictures (BD-RE, DVD-RAM/-R/-R DL, CD-R/RW, SD Card, USB device) 1 Insert a disc, SD card or USB device. If the menu is displayed, press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the item and press [OK]. 2 BD-RE, DVD-RAMPress [ 3 , 4 , 2 , 1 ] to select the album and press [OK]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ,...
Page 23 - Playing music; Insert a disc or USB device.; ] to select the track and; Playing a track in another folder; ] to select “Select Folder”; DVD CD USB
Pl ayb ack 23 VQT2U33 Playing music (DVD-R/-R DL, music CD, CD-R/RW, USB device) 1 Insert a disc or USB device. If the menu is displayed, press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the item and press [OK]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the track and press [OK]. ∫ Playing a track in another folder 1 While the “Music li...
Page 25 - Power off link; Control Panel
Pl ayb ack 25 VQT2U33 Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link TM “HDAVI Control TM ”) Preparation 1 Set “VIERA Link” to “On” ( > 30). (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...
Page 26 - Playback menu; Disc
26 VQT2U33 Se ttin gs Playback menu 1 Press [DISPLAY]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the menu and press [ 1 ]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 , 2 , 1 ] to select the item and press [ 1 ]. 4 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the setting. Some items can be changed by pressing [OK]. To exit the screen Press [DISPLAY]. Dependin...
Page 28 - Setup menu
28 VQT2U33 Setup menu Change the unit’s settings if necessary. The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. 1 Press [FUNCTION MENU] and press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Other Functions” and press [OK]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Setup” and press [OK]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select th...
Page 29 - Audio
S e tti n g s 29 VQT2U33 Dynamic Range Compression You can listen 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. Digital Audio Output ( > 36) Press [OK] to show the following settings: PC...
Page 30 - TV / Device Connection
30 VQT2U33 3D Type Select the format of the connected TV. ≥ Change the settings for 3D on the TV also when “Checker board” or “Side by side” is selected. TV Aspect Set to match the type of television connected. HDMI Connection Press [OK] to show the following settings: Component Video Resolution Thi...
Page 31 - Network; Others
S e tti n g s 31 VQT2U33 Network Easy Setting ( > 13) Network Settings Perform network-related settings individually.Press [OK] to show the following settings: Off Timer To save on electricity, the power is turned off automatically if there is no button operation for a set time when not playing b...
Page 32 - Troubleshooting guide; General operation
32 VQT2U33 Re ferenc e 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 t...
Page 33 - Picture
Refe re n c e 33 VQT2U33 The images from this unit do not appear on the television. Picture is distorted. ¾ An incorrect resolution is selected in “Component Video Resolution” or “HDMI Resolution”. Reset the setting as follows: 1 While the unit is on, press and hold [OK], [B] and [Y] on the remote c...
Page 35 - Messages; On the television
Refe re n c e 35 VQT2U33 Messages The following messages or service numbers appear on the television or unit’s display when something unusual is detected during startup and use. Cannot play. ¾ You inserted an incompatible disc (Discs recorded in PAL video, etc.). Cannot display on this unit. ¾ You t...
Page 36 - Audio Information; HDMI AV OUT/DIGITAL AUDIO OUT; About audio from audio output terminals
36 VQT2U33 Audio Information 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. HDMI AV OUT/DIGITAL AUDIO OUT ...
Page 37 - select “Other Functions”; Recommended audio output setting
Refe re n c e 37 VQT2U33 The settings of the audio output vary depending on the connected equipment. Refer to the table below and set each of the items. Press [FUNCTION MENU] > select “Other Functions” > [OK] > select “Setup” > [OK] > select “Audio” > Set each item For details of t...
Page 38 - JPEG
38 VQT2U33 About MP3/JPEG/DivX/AVCHD/MPEG2 files ≥ With certain recording states and folder structures, the play order may differ or playback may not be possible. ≥ CD-R, CD-RW : ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended formats), JolietThis unit is compatible with multi-session.This unit is not com...
Page 40 - Supplemental information; Video attribute
40 VQT2U33 Supplemental information ∫ TV/Amplifier/Receiver code list ∫ Video attribute ∫ Audio attribute ∫ Display languages list ∫ Language code list Brand TV Code Brand Amplifier Code Receiver Code Display Meaning MPEG-2/MPEG-4 AVC/VC-1 Video recording method Display Meaning LPCM/ Digital/ Digita...
Page 41 - Specifications
Refe re n c e 41 VQT2U33 Specifications Signal system: NTSC Operating temperature range: i 5 o C to i 35 o C ( i 41 o F to i 95 o F) Operating humidity range: 10 % to 80 % RH (no condensation) Video output: 1.0 Vp-p (75 ≠ )/Pin jack:1 system Component video output (Y:green, P B :blue, P R :red): Y:1...
Page 43 - Glossary
Refe re n c e 43 VQT2U33 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 feat...
Page 44 - Panasonic Blu-ray and DVD Products; Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)
44 VQT2U33 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO) Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,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 and Puerto Rico...
Page 45 - Panasonic Canada Inc.; PANASONIC PRODUCT—LIMITED WARRANTY
Refe re n c e 45 VQT2U33 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 orig...
Page 46 - Preparación; Conexiones básicas; Reproducción básica; Inicia la reproducción
46 VQT2U33 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. 0,1 W). Para ahorrar...
Page 48 - Index; pr
Index A AC Power Connection . . . . . . . . 12Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Audio Changing audio . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26, 28 AVCHD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 B BD-Live . ....