Panasonic Bluray Disc Home Theater Sound System Sc Bt730 Operating Instructions

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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.
∫ Unit does not respond to the remote control 
or front panel buttons.
Press and hold [POWER Í/I] on the main unit for 5 seconds. 
jIf still unable to power the unit off, disconnect the power cord,  wait 1 minute, then reconnect the power cord.
∫ Cannot eject disc.
The unit may have a problem.
While the unit is off, press and hold [SKIP 9] on the remote 
control and [  38)
To return all settings to the factory preset
≥Reset the unit as follows:
While the unit is off, press and hold [+ VOLUME], [ 22)
≥ It may be necessary to set the code of the remote control 
again after changing the batteries for remote control. ( >22)
Disc cannot be played.
≥The disc is dirty. ( >9)
Still pictures (JPEG) do not playback normally.
≥The images that were edited on the PC, such as Progressive 
JPEG, etc., may not playback.
The TV tuner mode is not displayed when the TV is 
switched on.
≥This phenomenon may occur, depending on the TV setting, 
when “Quick Start” is set to “On”.
≥ Depending on the TV, this phenomenon may be prevented 
by reconnecting the HDMI cable to a different HDMI input 
terminal or by changing the HDMI auto connection setting.
You have forgotten your ratings password.
You want to cancel the ratings level.
While the disc tray is empty and “BD/DVD” is selected as a 
source, press and hold [SKIP :] on the remote control and 
[1 ] (Play) on the unit at the same time for more than 5 
seconds. The ratings level returns to the factory preset.
No power.
≥ Insert the AC power supply cord securely into a household 
AC outlet. ( >18)
The unit switches to standby mode.
≥When the time set for the sleep timer has passed, the power 
will be turned off. ( >6)
≥ One of the unit’s safety devices is activated. Press 
[POWER Í/I] on the main unit to turn the unit on.
≥ This unit will automatically turn to standby mode after 30 
minutes if it is inactive. ( >7)
Power of this unit is turned off when the input for the TV is 
changed.
≥This is a normal phenomenon when using VIERA Link 
(HDAVI Control 4 or later). For details please read the 
operating instructions for the TV.
The display is dim.
≥ Change “FL Display” in the Setup menu. ( >37)
The images from this unit do not appear on the TV.
Picture is distorted.
Jittering occurs.
≥ An incorrect resolution is selected in “HDMI Resolution”.
Reset the setting as follows:
While the disc tray is empty and “BD/DVD” is selected as a 
source, press and hold [ 1] (Play) and [∫] (Stop) on the main 
unit at the same time for more than 5 seconds to cancel the 
setting.
jWhen Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, and DTS-HD audio  are not output in bitstream, select “Yes” in “Restore Default 
Settings” and make proper settings. ( >38)
Do you have the latest firmware 
installed?
Firmware updates may be released to correct operating 
irregularities that are discovered with certain movies. ( >21)
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Make the following checks and visit our 
website for more information.
For USA  : 
http://www2.panasonic.com/consumer-electronics/support/
Enter the model number.
For Canada  : 
http://www.panasonic.ca 4
Even so, you still have trouble,
Visit our website to find a service center.
You can find a service center  near you easily on our website.
Other support information:
“Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto 
Rico)” ( >50) or “Limited Warranty (Only for 
CANADA)” ( >51).
General operation
Power
Displays
TV screen and video
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Video is not output.
≥Set the “High Clarity Sound” in the playback menu to “Off” to 
use the VIDEO OUT terminal. ( >35)
Video is not output in high definition.
≥Confirm that “HDMI Resolution” in the Setup menu are set 
properly. ( >37)
No subtitles.
≥When progressive output is on, closed captions cannot be 
displayed.
The subtitles overlap closed captions recorded on discs.
≥Turn off the subtitles or turn off the closed caption setting on 
the TV.  (> 34)
A black band is displayed around the edge of the screen.
The aspect ratio of the screen is abnormal.
≥Confirm the “TV Aspect” is set properly. ( >37)
≥ Adjust the aspect setting on the television.
(Adjustment using “Screen Aspect” (> 26) on the unit is also 
possible.)
No sound.
Low volume.
Distorted sound.
Cannot hear the desired audio type.
≥ Check connections to speak ers and other equipment. (>10, 
11 , 1 3 s18)
≥ Ensure the speaker settings  for your speakers are correct. 
(> 39)
≥ To output audio from a device connected with an HDMI 
cable, set “HDMI Audio Output” to “On” in the Setup menu. 
(> 37)
≥ When “BD-Video Secondary Audio” is set to “On”, Dolby 
TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD Master Audio and 
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio are output as Dolby Digital or 
DTS Digital Surround.
≥ Re-master will not work when the bitstream signal is output 
from the HDMI AV OUT terminal. ( >35)
≥ Depending on the connected equipment, the sound may be 
distorted if this unit is connected with an HDMI cable.
≥ The multi-channel audio from a device connected to the TV 
is not output in it’s original multi-channel form.
jIf the device has an optical audio output terminal, connect 
the device to this unit’s “OPTICAL 2” terminal. ( >15, 30)
No surround sound.
≥Press [SURROUND] to select a surround effect. ( >24)
≥ [BT730]  Ensure that the surround selector switch is set in the 
center position. Then, turn the wireless system off and then 
back on.
≥ (When using the 7.1ch speaker system)
Audio is not available from the surround back speakers even 
though Dolby Pro Logic II turns on.
Cannot switch audio.
≥When audio is output from the HDMI AV OUT terminal, set 
“Dolby D/Dolby D +/Dolby TrueHD” or “DTS/DTS-HD” to 
“PCM”. ( >36)
No sound from the TV.
≥Press [EXT-IN] to select the corresponding source. (> 23)
≥ The ARC (Audio Return Channel) function is not available. 
Instead, use an optical digital audio cable or an audio cable 
to have the TV sound. ( >14, 15) ≥
If the TV is not ARC compatible and only the HDMI 
connection is used, an extra audio connection is necessary 
(> 14, 15).
Cannot charge or operate.
≥ Check that the iPod/iPhone is connected firmly. ( >32)
≥ The battery of the iPod/iPhone is depleted. Charge the iPod/
iPhone, and then operate again.
Cannot display iPod/iPhone videos/photos on the TV.
≥Make sure that TV is connected to the VIDEO OUT terminal 
on this unit. ( >14)
≥ Operate the iPod/iPhone menu to make the appropriate 
video/photo output settings for your TV. (Refer to operating 
instructions for your iPod/iPhone.)
The TV input channel unintentionally changes to HDMI 
input.
≥When the main unit is connected with an “HDAVI Control” 
compatible TV and VIDEO IN is selected for iPod/iPhone 
video or photo playback, the TV input channel will 
automatically change to the HDMI input channel when 
[START] is pressed.
jRe-select the TV’s VIDEO IN input channel.
Distorted sound or noise is heard.
≥ Adjust the position of the antenna.
≥ Use an outdoor antenna. ( >16)
A beat sound is heard.
≥Try to keep a certain amount of distance between the 
antenna and the TV.
No power.
≥ Ensure the AC power supply cord of the wireless system is 
connected properly.
The wireless link indicator (e.g., “  [W] ”) is flashing.
≥ There is no link between the main unit and the wireless 
system. Turn the wireless system off and then back on. 
Alternatively, turn the wireless system off, disconnect the AC 
power supply cord and then reconnect it.
The wireless link indicator (e.g., “  [W] ”) does not light.
≥ Check that the main unit is turned on, and the wireless 
system is turned on.
≥ Ensure that the digital transmitter is fully inserted into the slot 
of the main unit. ( >16)
The wireless link indicator keeps flashing between red and 
green.
≥There is a power supply problem. Consult the dealer.
Sound
iPod/iPhone operation
Radio
[BT730] Wireless system 
(SH-FX71)
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I can’t connect to the network.
≥Confirm the network connection and settings. ( >17, 38)
≥ Check the operating instructions for each device and 
connect accordingly.
BD-Video or DVD-Video is not played.
≥ Ensure the disc is for the correct BD-Video region code or 
DVD-Video region number, and is not defective. ( >8)
≥ You have set a ratings level to limit BD-Video or DVD-Video 
play. Change this setting. ( >36)
≥ Some BD-Video can only be output with HDMI.
I cannot play back BD-Live.
≥The SD card is write-protected. ( >9)
≥ Confirm that this unit is connected to the broadband Internet. 
(> 17)
≥ Confirm the “BD-Live Internet Access” settings. (> 36)
≥ Confirm an SD Card is inserted into the SD Card slot. ( >22)
Alternative soundtrack and su btitles cannot be selected.
≥ The languages are not recorded on the disc.
≥ You may not be able to use the playback menu to change the 
soundtrack and subtitles on some discs. Use the disc’s 
menus to make changes. ( >25)
Angle cannot be changed.
≥Angles can only be changed during scenes where different 
angles are recorded.
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.
≥You inserted an incompatible disc. (Discs recorded in PAL 
video, etc.)
Cannot display on this unit.
≥You tried to play a non-compatible image.
No disc is inserted.
≥The disc may be upside down.
$  This operation is not available.
≥ Some operations are unsupported by the unit. For example;
jBD-Video: During playback, reverse slow-motion or 
reverse frame-by-frame is not possible.
IP address is not set.
≥The “IP Address” in “IP Address / DNS Settings” is “---. ---. 
---. ---”. Set the “IP Address”, “Subnet Mask”, and “Default 
Gateway”. (Select the automatic address acquisition if 
necessary.)
No Video
≥Depending on the connected iPod/iPhone, video menu may 
not be available on the TV. Select “ALL” on the unit’s display 
and operate video playback from your iPod/iPhone menu. 
(> 33) F99
≥
The unit fails to operate properly. Press [POWER Í/I] on the 
main unit to switch the unit to standby for 3 seconds. Now 
press [POWER Í/I] on the main unit again to turn the unit 
on.
U59
≥ The unit is hot.
The unit switches to standby for safety reasons. Wait for 
about 30 minutes until the message disappears.
Select a position with good ventilation when installing the 
unit. Do not block the ventilation hole on the rear and side of 
the unit.
U72
U73
≥The HDMI connection acts unusually.
jTurn the unit and TV off.
j Disconnect the HDMI cable between the player and the 
TV.
HDMI ONLY
≥Some BD-Video discs can only be output with HDMI.
NET
≥Displays while VIERA CAST is starting up.
No PLAY
≥There is a viewing restriction on a BD-Video or DVD-Video. 
(> 36)
No READ
≥The media is dirty or badly scratched. The unit cannot play.
PLEASE WAIT
≥The unit is carrying out an internal process.This is not a 
malfunction. You cannot operate the unit while “PLEASE 
WAIT” is displayed.
SET  
(“   ” stands for a number.)
≥ The remote control and main unit are using different codes. 
Change the code on the remote control. ( >22)
H or F
(“   ” stands for a number.)
≥ Check and correct the speaker cable connections.
≥ There is something unusual. 
≥ Check the unit using the troubleshooting guide. If the service 
number does not disappear, do the following.
1 Disconnect the plug from the household AC outlet, wait a 
few seconds, then reconnect it.
2 Press [POWER Í/I] to turn the power on.
If the service number does not disappear despite doing the 
above, request service from the dealer. Inform the dealer of 
the service number when requesting service.
Network
Other difficulties with playback
On the television
On the unit’s display
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UPD/
(“   ” stands for a number.)
≥ The firmware is being updated. Please do not turn off power.
[BT730]  “[W] ” is flashing.
≥ There is no link between this unit and the wireless system. 
Check that the wireless system is plugged into the 
household AC outlet and is turned on.
≥ Ensure that the digital transmitter is fully inserted into the slot 
of this unit.
≥ If the wireless system is not used, disconnect the digital 
transmitter from this unit.
IPOD OVER CURRENT ERROR
≥The iPod/iPhone is drawing too much power. Remove the 
iPod/iPhone, and turn the unit off and on again.
START
≥The system is being restarted during the firmware update. 
Please do not turn off power.
FINISH
≥The firmware update is completed.
NOT CONDITIONAL
≥The requested operation cannot be conducted.
About MP3/JPEG/AVCHD/MPEG2 files
* Design rule for Camera File system: unified standard 
established by Japan Electronics and Information 
Technology Industries Association (JEITA).
≥ DVD-RAM must conform to UDF 2.0.
≥ BD-RE must conform to UDF 2.5.
	
≥ 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), Joliet
This unit is compatible with multi-session.
This unit is not compatible with packet writing.
≥ DVD-R, DVD-R DL (except for AVCHD) : ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for 
extended formats), Joliet, UDF bridge (UDF 1.02/ISO9660)
This unit is not compatible with multi-session.
This unit is not compatible with packet writing.
You can play files on this unit by structure of folders as 
shown below. However depending on the method of 
writing data (writing software), play may not be in the 
order you numbered the folders.
 Folder which can be displayed with this unit
¢¢¢ : Numbers
XXX: Letters
*1 ¢¢¢: from 001 to 999
*2 ¢¢¢: from 100 to 999
XXXXX: 5 figures
*3 ¢¢¢¢ : from 0001 to 9999
MP3
File format MP3
Extension Files must have the extension “.mp3” or 
“.MP3”.
Compression 
rate 32 kbps to 320 kbps
Sampling rate 44.1 kHz/48 kHz
Reference ID3 tags: version 1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4
(Only titles and the names of artists)
JPEG
File format JPEG
ExtensionFiles must have the extension “.jpg” or 
“.JPG”.
Picture 
resolution between 34
k34 and 8192 k8192 pixels
(sub sampling is 4:2:2 or 4:2:0)
Reference JPEG conforming DCF* is supported.
≥MOTION JPEG and Progressive JPEG is 
not supported
AVCHD
File format AVCHD format (V1.0) used on High 
Definition Video Camera
(Panasonic and some other’s)
Codec MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
≥ Discs must conform to UDF 2.5.
MPEG2
File format SD-Video format * used on Standard 
Definition Video Camera
(Panasonic and some other’s)
Codec MPEG2
* SD-Video Entertainment Video Profile
Structure of folders that can be 
played in this unit
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*4 The total combined maximum number of recognizable picture contents and folders: 3000 picture contents and 300 folders.
*5 The total combined maximum number of recognizable picture contents  and folders: 999 picture contents and 99 folders.
*6 The total combined maximum number of recognizable picture contents  and folders: 9999 picture contents and 300 folders.
Supplemental 
information
∫Display languages list
∫ Video attribute
∫ Audio attribute
∫ Language code list
Structures of still picture (JPEG) folders 
in DVD-R *
4/DVD-R DL *4/CD-R*5/CD-RW*5
Files inside a folder are displayed in the order they were 
updated or taken.
in BD-RE *
6/DVD-RAM *4
≥Folder structure is not displayed.
in SD card *
4
Displays JPEG files in all folders.
≥Folder structure is not displayed.
Structure of MP3 folders
in DVD-R/DVD-R DL/CD-R/CD-RW
Prefix the file names with 3-digit numbers in the order you 
want to play them.
P0000010.jpgP0000011.jpgP0000012.jpg
P0000003.jpgP0000004.jpgP0000005.jpg
P0000001.jpgP0000002.jpg
P0000006.jpgP0000007.jpgP0000008.jpgP0000009.jpg
Root
Folder A
Folder B
Folder C e.g.,
DCIM
JPEG
XXXX.JPG
P0000001.jpgP0000002.jpg
XXXXX
XXXXXDCIM
XXXX.JPG
*1
*2*3
*3
*2
Root
e.g.,
XXXX.JPG
P0000001.jpg
DCIM
P0000003.jpgP0000004.jpg
XXXXX
P0000002.jpg
*3
*2
Root
Folder A e.g.,
001 
010XXXX.mp3011XXXX.mp3012XXXX.mp3
003XXXX.mp3004XXXX.mp3005XXXX.mp3
006XXXX.mp3007XXXX.mp3008XXXX.mp3009XXXX.mp3
001XXXX.mp3002XXXX.mp3
Root
Folder A
Folder B
Folder C e.g.,
DisplayLanguageDisplayLanguageDisplayLanguage
DisplayMeaning
MPEG-2/MPEG-4 AVC/VC-1Video recording method
480/576/720/1080 Video Format
24p/50i/60i/50p/60pVideo Frame rate
YCbCr4:2:2/YCbCr4:4:4/RGB Color Space
bps (bit per second)Transfer rate of bit
DisplayMeaning
LPCM/ Digital/ Digital+/
TrueHD/DTS/DTS 96/DTS-HD HI RES/
DTS-HD MSTR/MPEGSignal type
ch (channel) Number of channels
k (kHz)Sampling frequency
b (bit) Number of bits
bps (bit per second)Transfer rate of bit
LanguageCodeLanguageCodeLanguageCode
ENG
FRA
DEU
ITA
ESP
NLD
SVE
NOR
DAN
POR
RUS English
French
German
Italian
Spanish
Dutch
Swedish
Norwegian
Danish
Portuguese
Russian ARA  
HIN
PER
IND
MRI
BUL
RUM
GRE
TUR 
JPN
CHI
KOR
MAL
VIE
THA
POL
CES
SLK
HUN
FIN Japanese
Chinese
Korean
Malay
Vietnamese
Thai
Polish
Czech
Slovak
Hungarian
FinnishArabic
Hindi
Persian
Indonesian
Maori
Bulgarian
Romanian
Greek
Turkish
Others
Abkhazian 6566
Afar: 6565
Afrikaans: 6570
Albanian: 8381
Amharic
:6577
Arabic: 6582
Armenian: 7289
Assamese: 6583
Aymara: 6589
Azerbaijani: 6590
Bashkir: 6665
Basque: 6985
Bengali; Bangla: 6678
Bhutani: 6890
Bihari: 6672
Breton: 6682
Bulgarian: 6671
Burmese: 7789
Byelorussian: 6669
Cambodian: 7577
Catalan: 6765
Chinese: 9072
Corsican: 6779
Croatian: 7282
Czech: 6783
Danish: 6865
Dutch: 7876
English: 6978
Esperanto: 6979
Estonian: 6984
Faroese: 7079
Fiji: 7074
Finnish: 7073
French: 7082
Frisian: 7089
Galician: 7176
Georgian: 7565
German: 6869
Greek: 6976
Greenlandic: 7576
Guarani: 7178 Gujarati: 7185
Hausa: 7265
Hebrew: 7387
Hindi: 7273
Hungarian: 7285
Icelandic: 7383
Indonesian: 7378
Interlingua: 7365
Irish:
7165
Italian: 7384
Japanese: 7465
Javanese: 7487
Kannada: 7578
Kashmiri: 7583
Kazakh: 7575
Kirghiz: 7589
Korean: 7579
Kurdish: 7585
Laotian: 7679
Latin: 7665
Latvian, Lettish: 7686
Lingala: 7678
Lithuanian: 7684
Macedonian: 7775
Malagasy: 7771
Malay: 7783
Malayalam: 7776
Maltese: 7784
Maori: 7773
Marathi: 7782
Moldavian: 7779
Mongolian: 7778
Nauru: 7865
Nepali: 7869
Norwegian: 7879
Oriya: 7982
Pashto, Pushto: 8083
Persian: 7065
Polish: 8076
Portuguese: 8084
Punjabi: 8065
Quechua: 8185 Rhaeto-Romance:
8277
Romanian: 8279
Russian: 8285
Samoan: 8377
Sanskrit: 8365
Scots Gaelic: 7168
Serbian: 8382
Serbo-Croatian: 8372
Shona: 8378
Sindhi: 8368
Singhalese: 8373
Slovak: 8375
Slovenian: 8376
Somali: 8379
Spanish: 6983
Sundanese: 8385
Swahili: 8387
Swedish: 8386
Tagalog: 8476
Tajik: 8471
Tamil: 8465
Tatar: 8484
Telugu: 8469
Thai: 8472
Tibetan: 6679
Tigrinya: 8473
Tonga: 8479
Turkish: 8482
Turkmen: 8475
Twi: 8487
Ukrainian: 8575
Urdu: 8582
Uzbek: 8590
Vietnamese: 8673
Volapük: 8679
Welsh: 6789
Wolof: 8779
Xhosa: 8872
Yiddish: 7473
Yoruba: 8979
Zulu: 9085
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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 
features in addition to playing normal video.
Bitstream
This is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 
channel) before it is decoded into its various channels.
Deep Color
Deep Color is a name for a devic e that can reproduce greater 
color gradation (4096 steps) when connected to a TV that 
supports the Deep Color with HDMI cable. You can enjoy 
exceptionally rich, natural-looking colors, with smooth, detailed 
gradation and minimal color banding. [A lower color gradation 
(256 steps), without Deep Color, will be reproduced if 
connected to a TV which does not support Deep Color. The 
unit will automatically set appropriate output to suit the 
connected TV.]
Dolby Digital
This is a method of coding digital signals developed by Dolby 
Laboratories. Apart from stereo (2-channel) audio, these 
signals can also be multi-channel audio.
Dolby Digital Plus
Multi-channel audio and higher audio quality is made possible 
using Dolby Digital Plus. BD-Video supports up to 7.1 channel 
output.
Dolby Pro Logic II
Dolby Pro Logic II enables you to play stereo sources on 5.1 
channel.
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby TrueHD is a very high quality audio format that 
reproduces the studio master audio. BD-Video supports up to 
7.1 channel output.
Down-mixing
This is the process of remixing the multi-channel audio found 
on some discs into fewer channels.
DTS (Digital Theater Systems)
This surround system is used in many movie theaters. There is 
good separation between the channels, so realistic sound 
effects are possible.
DTS-HD
DTS-HD is a high-quality, sophisticated audio format used in 
movie theatrers. Previous DTS Digital Surround-compatible 
equipment can play DTS-HD as DTS Digital Surround audio. 
BD-Video supports up to 7.1 channel output.
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
This is a signal format achiev ed by improving the previous 
DTS, DTS-ES and DTS 96/24 formats. It is compatible with 
sampling frequency 96 kHz/48 kHz. BD-Video supports up to 
7.1 channel output. DTS-HD Master Audio
This is a lossless audio format and compatible with 96 kHz/7.1 
ch or less. In addition, faithful reproduction of the master audio 
is enabled using lossless audio encoding technology. 
BD-Video supports up to 7.1 channel output.
Dynamic range
Dynamic range is the difference between the lowest level of 
sound that can be heard above the noise of the equipment and 
the highest level of sound before distortion occurs.
Dynamic range compression means reducing the gap between 
the loudest and softest sounds. Th
is means you can listen at 
low volumes but still hear dialog clearly.
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)
HDMI is a digital interface fo r consumer electronic products. 
Unlike conventional connections,  it transmits uncompressed 
digital video and audio signals on a single cable.
Local storage
This storage area is used as a destination for sub contents for 
playing BD-Live on BD-Video.
LPCM (Linear PCM)
These are a kind of PCM format.
These are uncompressed digital signals, similar to those found 
on CDs.
PCM (Pulse Code Modulation)
This is one format for converting analog audio into digital 
audio, enabling you to enjoy digital audio with no hassle.
P4HD (Pixel Precision Progressive Processing for HD)
This is a processor which  makes use of an exclusive 
Panasonic algorithm. Various  processing is supported, 
including a high-level conversion of the TV scanning format 
from interlace to progressive and a high-level conversion of 
standard resolution (480i or 576i) video signal to a 1080 High 
Definition video signal.
Consequently, this unit is able to provide video of optimal 
resolution to the connected TV.
x.v.Color
TM
x.v.ColorTM is a name for devices that are compatible with the 
xvYCC format, an international standard for expanded color in 
motion pictures, and that follow the rules for signal 
transmission.
You can enjoy vivid colors of wider color ranges for a more 
realistic picture when connected to a TV that supports the 
x.v.Color
TM with HDMI cable.
24p
This is a progressive image recor ded at a rate of 24 frames per 
second (motion-picture film). Many BD-Video movie contents 
are recorded in 24 frames/second  in accordance with the film 
materials.
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Specifications
GENERAL
Power consumption:90 W
Power consumption in standby mode
[BT730]  [BT330] : Approx. 0.05 W
[BT230] : Approx. 0.1 W
Power supply: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
iPod/iPhone Connector: DC OUT 5 V 500 mA MAX
WIRELESS LAN Connector: DC OUT 5 V 500 mA
Dimensions (WkH kD):430 mmk54 mm k287 mm
(16
15/16qk21/8qk 115/16q)
Mass (Weight): Approx. 3.2 kg (7.1 lbs) 
(Dimensions and Weight do not 
include speakers)
Operating temperature 
range: 0
oC to 40oC 
(32oF to 104oF)
Operating humidity range: 35 % to 80 % RH 
(no condensation)
AMPLIFIER SECTION
[BT730]
RMS TTL POWER OUTPUT:1000 W
(with WIRELESS SYSTEM)
1 kHz, 10 % total harmonic distortion FRONT: 125 W per ch (3≠)
CENTER: 250 W per ch (6≠)
SURROUND: 125 W per ch (3≠)
(with WIRELESS SYSTEM)
100 Hz, 10 % total harmonic distortion SUBWOOFER: 250 W per ch (6≠)
FTC TTL POWER OUTPUT: 446 W
(with WIRELESS SYSTEM)
200 Hz to 20 kHz, 1.0 % total harmonic distortion FRONT: 86 W per ch (3≠)
CENTER: 106 W per ch (6≠)
SURROUND: 34 W per ch (3≠)
(with WIRELESS SYSTEM)
45 Hz to 200 Hz, 1.0 % total harmonic distortion SUBWOOFER: 100 W per ch (6≠)
[BT330]  [BT230]
RMS TTL POWER OUTPUT: 1000 W
1 kHz, 10 % total harmonic distortion FRONT: 125 W per ch (3≠)
CENTER: 250 W per ch (6≠)
SURROUND: 125 W per ch (3≠)
100 Hz, 10 % total harmonic distortion SUBWOOFER: 250 W per ch (6≠)
FTC TTL POWER OUTPUT: 446 W
120 Hz to 20 kHz, 1.0 % total harmonic distortion FRONT: 60 W per ch (3≠)
CENTER: 106 W per ch (6≠)
SURROUND: 60 W per ch (3≠)
45 Hz to 120 Hz, 1.0 % total harmonic distortion SUBWOOFER: 100 W per ch (6≠)
Audio Input AUX: k1
Digital Audio Input Optical: k2
Sampling frequency: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
Audio Format: PCM, Dolby Digital
FM TUNER SECTION
Frequency range:87.9 MHz to 107.9 MHz (200 kHz step),
87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz (100 kHz step)
Antenna terminals: 75≠ (unbalanced)
SPEAKER SECTION
FRONT SPEAKERS
[BT730]  SB-HF730
Ty p e : 2 WAY 3 SPEAKER Bass-ref.
Woofer: 3.5 cm k 10 cm (1
3/8qk 4q) 
CONE TYPE
Tweeter: 2.5 cm (1q) SEMI-DOME TYPE
Impedance: 3≠
Output sound pressure: 78 dB/W (1 m)
Frequency range: 100 Hz to 30 kHz (j16 dB), 
130 Hz to 25 kHz ( j10 dB)
Dimensions (WkH kD):255 mmk1023 mm k255 mm
(10
1/16qk 409/32qk101/16q)
Mass (Weight): Approx. 2.3 kg (5.07 lbs)
[BT330]  SB-HF330
Ty p e : 1 WAY 1 SPEAKER Bass-ref.
Full range: 6.5 cm (2
1/2q) CONE TYPE
Impedance: 3≠
Output sound pressure: 78 dB/W (1 m)
Frequency range: 85 Hz to 25 kHz (j16 dB), 
95 Hz to 22 kHz ( j10 dB)
Dimensions (WkH kD):100 mmk530 mm k78 mm
(3
15/16qk207/8qk 31/16q)
Mass (Weight): Approx. 0.92 kg (2.03 lbs)
Full assembly with stand base
Dimensions (WkH kD) 
max: 255 mmk1020 mm k255 mm
(10
1/32qk 405/32qk101/32q)
Dimensions (WkH kD) 
min: 255 mmk550 mm k255 mm
(10
1/32qk 2121/32qk101/32q)
Mass (Weight): Approx. 2.3 kg (5.1 lbs)
[BT230]  SB-HF230
Ty p e : 1 WAY 1 SPEAKER Bass-ref.
Full range: 6.5 cm (2
1/2q) CONE TYPE
Impedance: 3≠
Output sound pressure: 78 dB/W (1 m)
Frequency range: 105 Hz to 25 kHz (j16 dB), 
130 Hz to 22 kHz ( j10 dB)
Dimensions (WkH kD):80 mmk118.5 mm k68 mm
(3
5/32qk 411/16qk211/16q)
Mass (Weight): Approx. 0.4 kg (0.88 lbs)
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Specifications are subject to change without notice.
CENTER SPEAKER[BT730]  SB-HC730
Ty p e : 2 WAY 3 SPEAKER Bass-ref.
Woofer: 3.5 cm k 10 cm (1
3/8qk4 q) 
CONE TYPE
Tweeter: 2.5 cm (1q) SEMI-DOME TYPE
Impedance: 6≠
Output sound pressure: 78 dB/W (1 m)
Frequency range: 100 Hz to 30 kHz (j16 dB), 
130 Hz to 25 kHz ( j10 dB)
Dimensions (WkH kD): 424 mm k59 mm k76 mm
(16
23/32qk 211/32qk3 q)
Mass (Weight): Approx. 1.06 kg (2.34 lbs)
[BT330] [BT230]  SB-HC230
Ty p e : 1 WAY 1 SPEAKER Bass-ref.
Full range: 6.5 cm (2
1/2q) CONE TYPE
Impedance: 6≠
Output sound pressure: 79 dB/W (1 m)
Frequency range: 90 Hz to 25 kHz (j16 dB), 
115 Hz to 22 kHz (j10 dB)
Dimensions (WkH kD): 145 mm k85 mm k71.5 mm
(5
23/32qk 311/32qk213/16q)
Mass (Weight): Approx. 0.6 kg (1.32 lbs)
SURROUND SPEAKERS [BT730]  [BT330]  [BT230]  SB-HS230
Ty p e : 1 WAY 1 SPEAKER Bass-ref.
Full range: 6.5 cm (2
1/2q) CONE TYPE
Impedance: 3≠
Output sound pressure: 78 dB/W (1 m)
Frequency range: 105 Hz to 25 kHz (j16 dB), 
130 Hz to 22 kHz ( j10 dB)
Dimensions (WkH kD): 80 mmk11 8 . 5 m m k68 mm
(3
5/32qk 411/16qk211/16q)
Mass (Weight): Approx. 0.4 kg (0.88 lbs)
SUBWOOFER [BT730]  [BT330]  SB-HW330
Ty p e : 1 WAY 1 SPEAKER (Kelton 
type)
Woofer: 16 cm (6
1/2q) CONE TYPE
Passive radiator: 25 cm (10q)
Impedance: 6≠
Output sound pressure: 78 dB/W (1 m)
Frequency range: 35 Hz to 180 Hz (j16 dB), 
40 Hz to 160 Hz ( j10 dB)
Dimensions (WkH kD): 180.5 mm k322 mm k351 mm
(7
1/8qk 1211/16qk1313/16q)
Mass (Weight): Approx. 4.6 kg (10.1 lbs)
[BT230]  SB-HW480
Ty p e : 1 WAY 1 SPEAKER Bass- ref.
Woofer: 16 cm (6
1/2q) CONE TYPE
Impedance: 6≠
Output sound pressure: 78 dB/W (1 m)
Frequency range: 40 Hz to 220 Hz (j16 dB), 
45 Hz to 180 Hz ( j10 dB)
Dimensions (WkH kD): 145 mm k289.5 mm k258 mm
(5
23/32qk 1113/32qk105/32q)
Mass (Weight): Approx. 2.8 kg (6.17 lbs)
VIDEO SECTION
Signal system: NTSC
Video output Output level: 1.0 Vp-p (75≠)
Output connector: Pin jack (1 system)
HDMI AV output Output format: 1080p/1080i/720p/480p
Output connector: Type A (19 pin)
HDMI (Deep Color, x.v.Color
TM, 
High Bit rate Audio)
This unit supports “HDAVI 
Control 5” function.
LASER Specification Class  I LASER Product
Wave length: 790 nm (CDs)/650 nm (DVDs)/
405 nm (BDs)
Laser power: No hazardous radiation is 
emitted with the safety 
protection
TERMINAL SECTION
USB: USB 2.0 (Use for Wireless LAN 
Adaptor only)
Ethernet: 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX 
1system
SD card slot: Connector : 1 system
[BT730] WIRELESS SYSTEM 
AND DIGITAL TRANSMITTER

RMS TTL POWER OUTPUT: 250 W
1kHz, 10% THD SURROUND: 125 W per ch (3≠)
FTC TTL POWER OUTPUT: 68 W
120 Hz to 20 kHz, 1.0 % THD SURROUND: 34 W per ch (3≠)

Wireless module Frequency range: 2.4 to 2.4835 GHz
No. of channels: 3
 Power supply: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption Digital transmitter: 1.2 W
Wireless system: 35 W
Power consumption in off 
mode: Approx. 0.2 W
Dimensions (WkH kD)
Digital transmitter: 43.3 mmk37.3 mm k8.2 mm
(1
11/16qk115/32qk5/16q)
Wireless system: 165 mmk91.5 mm k164 mm
(6
1/2qk 35/8qk615/32q)
Mass (Weight) Digital transmitter: Approx. 0.01 kg (0.02 lbs)
Wireless system: Approx. 0.66 kg (1.46 lbs)
Operating temperature 
range: 0
oC to 40oC 
(32oF to 104oF)
Operating humidity range: 35 % to 80 % RH 
(no condensation)
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Getting Started
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 Only)If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials 
or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (referred 
to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the 
chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty 
period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or 
refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished equivalent 
value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The decision to repair, 
replace or refund will be made by the warrantor.
During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. 
During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. 
This Limited Warranty excludes both parts and labor for 
non-rechargeable batteries, antennas, and cosmetic parts (cabinet). 
This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the 
United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the 
original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”.
Mail-In ServiceFor assistance in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico in obtaining repairs, 
please ship the product prepaid to:
Panasonic Exchange Center
4900 George McVay Drive
Suite B
McAllen, TX 78503
[email protected]
When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all accessories, and 
send it prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton. 
If Lithium Ion batteries are shipped by air the package must be labeled 
“Contains Lithium Ion Battery (No lithium metal)”. Damaged batteries 
are prohibited from shipment by US Mail. Batteries must be securely 
packed in a manner to prevent short-circuiting and a package cannot 
contain more than 3 Lithium Ion batteries. Include a letter detailing the 
complaint, a return address and provide a daytime phone number 
where you can be reached. A valid registered receipt is required under 
the Limited Warranty.
IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE 
PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.
Limited Warranty Limits And ExclusionsThis warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or 
workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or 
cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages 
which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products 
not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents,  misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty 
installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, 
improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, 
modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use 
such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the 
product, or service by anyone other than a Factory Service Center or 
other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED 
UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE
”. 
THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR 
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF 
THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING  OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS 
WARRANTY. 
(As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from 
the servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other 
memory or recorded content. The items listed are not exclusive, but for 
illustration only.)
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE 
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE 
PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or 
consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty 
lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have 
other rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product 
develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your 
dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your 
satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department 
at the addresses listed for the warrantor.
PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS 
LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
As of November 2009
Product or Part Name PartsLabor
Blu-ray Disc Player, Portable 
Blu-ray Disc Player 1 year
90 days
Blu-ray Home Theater System 1 year 1 year
DVD Player, Portable DVD Player 1 year 90 days
DVD Recorder 1 year90 days
Rechargeable Batteries (pack), 
DVD-RAM Disc (defective 
exchange) 10 days Not
Applicable
Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto 
Rico)
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate 
your nearest Dealer or Service Center; purchase
Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and
Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at:
http://www.panasonic.com/help
or, contact us via the web at:
http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-211-PANA (7262)
Monday-Friday 9am-9pm, 
Saturday-Sunday 10am-7pm EST
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 
1-877-833-8855
Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico)
Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all 
Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at:
http://www.pstc.panasonic.com
Or, send your request by E-mail to:
[email protected]
You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) 
(Monday-Friday 9am-9pm EST)
Panasonic Service and Technology Company
20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032
(We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, 
and Personal Checks)
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277
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