Panasonic Dmp Bd10a Operating Instructions

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Easy Setting
After connecting your new player and pressing the power button, a screen will appear prompting you to perform setup for the basic settings. 
Please follow the guide and perform setup.
Remote control setting
You can configure the remote control TV operation buttons to turn the television on/off, change the television input mode, select the television 
channel and change the television volume. 
Change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote control (the two must match) if you place other Panasonic products close 
together. Use “1”, the factory set code, under normal circumstances. 
Preparation
Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the 
television.
1Press [Í BD POWER].
Setup screen appears.
2Follow the on-screen instructions and make 
the settings with [3,4,2,1] and [ENTER].
“On-screen Language”, “TV Aspect” and “Speaker” are set. 
You can also change their settings individually ( “Display” 
and “Connection” tab ➡ 22–23).
≥You can perform this setup 
anytime by selecting “Easy 
Setting” in Setup menu 
(➡21,“Setup” tab).
Setting the television operation
Point the remote control at the television.
1While pressing [RETURN], enter the code with the numbered 
buttons.
e.g., 01: [0] ➡ [1] 
2Test by turning on the television and changing channels.
≥If your television brand has more 
than one code listed, select the 
one that allows correct operation.
≥If your television brand is not listed 
or if the code listed for your 
television does not allow control of 
your television, this remote control 
is not compatible with your 
television. Use the television’s 
remote control.
Manufacturer and Code No
Panasonic
National
QUASAR01/02PHILIPS (RC-5)03
RCA05
SAMSUNG14/18/19
FISHER10SANYO10
GE05SHARP06/07
GOLDSTAR15/16/17SONY08
HITACHI12SYLVANIA03
JVC11THOMSON05
LG15/16/17TOSHIBA09
MAGNAVOX03ZENITH04
MITSUBISHI13
When other Panasonic products respond to this remote control
1
Press [SETUP]. 
2Press [3,4] to select “Setup” and press [1].
3Press [3,4] to select “Remote Control Code” and press 
[ENTER].
4Press [3,4] to select the code (1, 2, or 3) and press [ENTER].
5To change the code on the remote control
While pressing [ENTER], press and hold the numbered button ([1], 
[2] or [3]) for more than 2 seconds.
6Press [ENTER].
When the following indicator 
appears on the unit’s display 
and you are unable to operate 
the unit
≥Press and hold [ENTER] and the 
indicated number button at the 
same time for more than 2 
seconds.
ENTER
TIPS
NOTE
SetupRemote Control Code
Press “” and “ENTER” togetherfor more than 2 seconds on the remote.
Disc Setup
NOTE
DR
The unit’s remote control code
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Getting started
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Basic play
Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control in this manual.
Start play
Preparation
Turn on the television and select the 
appropriate video input on the television 
with the remote control for the television.
1Open the front cover.
2Press [Í/I POWER] to turn on the unit.
3Press [
						

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Other operations during play
Starting from a selected item
Play starts from the selected title, chapter or track.[MP3] [JPEG]
e.g., 5: [0] ➡ [0] ➡ [5]
15: [0] ➡ [1] ➡ [5]Other discs (You can select a track with DVD-Audio.)
e.g., 5: [0] ➡ [5]
15: [1] ➡ [5]
[DVD-A] Selecting groups
While stopped (screen saver is displayed on the television ➡right)
e.g., 5: [5]
≥This works only when stopped (screen saver is displayed on the television ➡right) with some 
discs.
[VCD] (with playback control)
If you press the numbered buttons while stopped (the above screen saver is displayed on the television) you can 
cancel playback control. (Elapsed play time appears on the unit’s display.)
Open remote 
control cover
Frame-by-frame
While paused, press [2] (2;) or [1] (;1).
Each press shows the next frame.
≥Press and hold to change in succession forward or backward.
≥Press [1] (PLAY) to revert to normal playback speed.
[BD-V] [VCD] Forward direction [1] (;1) only.
[BD-V] This function does not work while the BD-J is being executed.
Search/Slow-motion
Forward search: During play, turn the wheel right.
Forward slow-motion: During pause, turn the wheel right.
Backward search: During play, turn the wheel left.
Backward slow-motion: During pause, turn the wheel left.
≥Press [1] (PLAY) to revert to normal playback speed.
≥Turn the Multi-jog lightly. If you press it strongly when turning it, 
[3,4,2,1] may be mistakenly activated.
≥The wheel operation can be turned off. Set the “Multi-jog Setting” to “Off” (➡21,“Setup” tab). 
Skipping the specified time (Time Slip) [BD-V] [DVD-VR]
1Press [TIME SLIP].
2Press [3,4] to select the time and press [ENTER].
Play skips the specified time.
≥Each time you press [3,4], the time increases [3] or decreases [4] by 1 minute 
intervals. (Press and hold for 10-minute intervals.)
≥The display automatically disappears after approximately 5 seconds.
ENTER
ENTER
Forward
Backward
TIME SLIP
-5 min
Status messages
The Status display gives you information about what is currently being played. Each time you press the [STATUS] 
button, the information displayed will change.STATUS
PlayBD-Video
 T1     C1     0:05.14
T: Title/Track
C: Chapter
G: GroupPL: Playlist
PBC: Playback 
control
Items change depending on the disc 
played.
No displayCurrent position Type of discPlay status
Elapsed time e.g. [BD-V]
Depending on 
the kind of disc 
or the playback 
status, this 
display may 
not appear.
Changing audio during play
[DVD-VR] [VCD]
Stereo>Mono L>Mono R
^---------------------------------}
[DVD-VR](Bilingual)
Main Audio (——) SAP Audio
[BD-V] [DVD-V] [DVD-A]
 
You can change the audio channel number each time you press 
the button. This allows you to change things like the soundtrack 
language (➡19, Soundtrack).
 AUDIO
Play
StereoDVD-RAM
e.g., “Stereo”
is selected
Soundtrack1 ENGDigital  3/2.1ch
e.g., English is selected.
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Adjusting picture and sound quality
The purpose of the Re-master function is to add audio to portions of a track where audio was not recorded, or to reproduce audio signals that 
were lost in a natural, rich manner.
GAMMA
3D-NRRE-MASTER INTEGRATED
DNR CONTRAST
BRIGHTNESSCOLORSHARPNESS
Adjusting the picture
During video playback, pressing each of the following buttons will display the 
corresponding on-screen adjustment as shown in the illustration on the right. Adjustments 
are made in units of 1 each time the button is pressed. You can also make the same 
adjustments by pressing the left or right cursor keys. 
Press the buttons below.
ContrastIncreases the contrast between light and dark parts 
of the picture (j7 to i7).GammaAdjusts the brightness of dark portions of the screen 
(0 to i5).
BrightnessBrightens the picture (0 to i15).3D-NR (Noise Reduction)Reduces the rough noise in the background to give 
a greater feeling of depth (0 to i4).
Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the edges of the horizontal 
lines (j6 to i6).Integrated DNR 
(Digital Noise Reduction)
Smooths block noise and reduces the smudging 
that appears around contrasting sections of the 
picture (0 to i3).
ColorAdjusts the shade of the picture’s color
(j7 to i7).
 Contrast0
CONTRASTGAMMA
BRIGHTNESS3D-NR
SHARPNESSINTEGRATED
DNR
COLOR
Reproducing more natural audio
Re-master[DVD-V]§ [DVD-VR]§ [CD]
≥During multi-channel output
This feature reproduces the frequencies lost during recording to give you a sound closer 
to the original.
≥During 2 ch output
This feature gives you a more natural sound by adding higher frequency signals not 
recorded on the track. (For example, playing DVD-Video recorded with 48 kHz at 96 kHz.)
Press [RE-MASTER] to select “1”, “2” or “3”.
“Re-Master” has three different modes. Select the one that you like best.
§ Tracks recorded with 48 kHz only
≥This may not work depending on the 
disc’s recording.
≥When connecting with DIGITAL 
AUDIO OUT terminal, the actual 
output sampling frequency depends 
on “Digital Audio Output” setting in 
“Audio” tab (➡ 22).
RE-MASTER
SettingWhen playing LPCM sound
Type of musicOther types of sound
Effect level
1High tempo (e.g., pop and rock) Light
2Various tempos (e.g., jazz) Medium
3Low tempo (e.g., classical) Strong
OffOff Off
NOTE
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Operations using menu screen
Showing Pop-up menu [BD-V] 
The Pop-up menu is a special feature available with some BD-Video discs. This menu may be different depending on discs, and selectable 
items may differ as well. For more information on how to operate the menu on your BD-Video discs please read the operating instructions that 
came with the disc. 
.
1Press [POP-UP MENU].
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select the item and press [ENTER].
≥Pop-up menu also appears by 
pressing [SUB MENU] and 
selecting “Pop-up menu”.
To exit the screen
≥Press [POP-UP MENU].
Showing disc menu [BD-V] [DVD-V] [DVD-A] [VCD]§
This menu may be different depending on discs, and selectable items may differ as well. For more information on how to operate the menu on 
your discs, please read the operating instructions that came with the disc. 
1Press [TOP MENU].
[VCD]§ Press [RETURN] while playing.
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select the item and press [ENTER].
[VCD]§ Press the numbered buttons to select the item.
e.g., 5: [0] ➡ [5] 15: [1] ➡ [5]
§ With playback control
Using the sub menu to show 
menu screen
1 Press [SUB MENU].
Sub menu appears on the 
screen.
2Press [3,4] to select “Pop-up 
menu”, “Top menu” or “Menu” 
and press [ENTER].
Items differ depending on the 
disc type playing.
To exit the screen
≥Press [TOP MENU].
Playing programs with the menu screen [DVD-VR]
1Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select the program and press [ENTER].
≥Press [:, 9] to show other 
pages.
≥If “Album View” or “Picture View” 
screen is displayed, press the “A” 
button to switch to the “Title View” 
screen.
To exit the screen
≥Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] .
Using the sub menu
1While the above screen is displayed
Press [SUB MENU].
The sub menu appears.
2Press [3,4] to select 
the item and press [ENTER].
3Only when “View Chapters” or “View Playlists” is selected
Press [3,4,2,1] to select the item and press [ENTER].
Next
Previous
e.g.,
TIPS
SPECIAL FEATURES SCENE SELECTIONLANGUAGES PLAY MOVIE
e.g.,TIPS
Previous
02/02Next
10 10/27 Mon
007008
8 10/27 Mon
- - - - - - - - -- - -
DIRECT NAVIGATOR Title ViewDVD-RAM
PlaySUB MENUS
Picture Video
Page
B
A
NextPrevious
TIPS
Album View
View Playlists
View ChaptersProperties
To display the title properties (recording date, etc.)
To select the chapter
To select the playlist
➡16, Playing still pictures
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Playing MP3 files and still pictures
You can play MP3 files recorded onto a CD-R/RW.
You can play still pictures recorded onto a DVD-RAM and CD-R/RW.
Playing MP3 files [MP3] 
1Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].
2Press [3,4] to select the track and press [ENTER].
Play starts on the selected track.
≥When the JPEG Menu is displayed, 
perform steps below.
1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] to 
exit menu screen.
2 Set “Mixed Disc—Audio & 
Pictures” to “MP3” 
(➡21, “Disc” 
tab).
≥You can also select the track with 
the numbered buttons. (➡13, 
Starting from a selected item)
≥Press [:, 9] to show other 
pages.
To exit the screen
Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].
Showing list of groups
1While the file list (above) is displayed
Press [1] while a track is highlighted to display the tree screen.
2Press [3,4] to select a group and press [ENTER].
The file list for the group appears.
≥You cannot select groups that 
contain no compatible files.
To return to the previous 
screen
Press [RETURN].
Playing still pictures [JPEG] 
1Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].DVD-RAM
≥When “Title View” screen is 
displayed, press the “B” button to 
switch to the “Album View” screen.
CD-R/RW
≥When the MP3 Menu is displayed, 
perform steps below.
1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] to 
exit menu screen.
2 Set “Mixed Disc—Audio & 
Pictures” to “Pictures” (➡21, 
“Disc” tab).
DVD-RAM
“Album View” screen is displayed
CD-R/RW
“Picture View” screen is displayed
➡ Go step 3
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select the album and press [ENTER].≥Press [2,1] to display the 
previous or next still picture.
≥Useful functions during still picture 
play (➡ 17).
≥To select the still pictures in 
another folder (➡ 17)
≥You can also select the still 
pictures with the numbered 
buttons. (➡13, Starting from a 
selected item)
To return to the previous 
screen
Press [RETURN].
To exit the screen
Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].
3Press [3,4,2,1] to select the still picture and press [ENTER].
001 Both Ends Freezing
002 Lady Starfish
003 Life on Jupiter 
004 Metal Glue 
005 Paint It Yellow
006 Pyjamamama
007 Shrimps from Mars
008 Starry Blue
009 Velvet Cuppermine
010 Ziggy Starfish
Page 001/024 
1
1    :  My favorite
2
3
4
5
6 
7
8
9
10  Total                   Track                           Tr e eG            1
T             8
To t a l        8/111
Menu
0   –   9No.
Group No.
Prev.Next
ENTER
G:Group No.
T: Track No. in the group
Total: Track No./Total tracks in all 
groups
≥Files are treated as tracks and folders 
are treated as groups.Selected group
“0” indicates the track currently playing.NOTE
TIPS
Tr e eG  7/25    001 My favorite
        001 Brazilian pops
        002 Chinese pops
        003 Czech pops
        004 Hungarian pops
        005 Liner notes
        006 Japanese pops
        
007 Mexican pops        008 Philippine pops
        009 Swedish pops
            001 Momoko
    002 Standard number
        001 Piano solo
        002 Vocal
Menu
No.
G             8
T            14
Total       40/111
MP3 music
0   –   9
ENTER
Selected group No. /Total groups
If the group has no track, “– –” is 
displayed as group number.
NOTE
TIPS
NOTE
Previous
02/02Next
4/10/05 Total6
- - - - - - - - -- - -
DIRECT NAVIGATOR Album ViewDVD-RAM
ENTERS
Picture Video
Page
B
A
Press ENTER to go to 
Photo: 3/10/2005 My Album2
SUB MENUPicture View 
3/10/05 Total8
007008
Recording date of the first picture in the 
album, number of pictures and album 
name.
PreviousPage 01/01Next
001Folder 100__DVD002003004
005006007008
 009------
Pictures Menu Picture View
Play
CD (JPEG)
---
PreviousPage 001/001Next
0001Photo: 3/10/2005000200030004
0005000600070008
0009------------
DIRECT NAVIGATOR Picture View
PlaySUB MENUS
PictureDVD-RAMVideoA
BAlbum NameTIPS
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Useful functions during still picture play
Start Slideshow 
You can display still pictures one by one at a constant interval.
1While the “Album View” (DVD-RAM) or “Picture View” (CD-R/RW) screen is displayed
Press [3,4,2,1] to select the album (for DVD-RAM) or “Folder” (for CD-R/RW) and press [SUB MENU].
2Press [3,4] to select “Start Slideshow” and press [ENTER].
≥DVD-RAM only
You can also start slideshow by pressing [1] (PLAY) after selecting the album
Slideshow settings
To change the display interval
1While the “Album View” (DVD-RAM) or “Picture View” (CD-R/RW) screen is displayed
Press [3,4,2,1] to select the album (for DVD-RAM) or “Folder” (for CD-R/RW) and press [SUB MENU].
2Press [3,4] to select “Slideshow settings” and press [ENTER].
3Press [3,4] to select “Display Interval” and press [2, 1] to select the desired interval (0–30 seconds) and press [ENTER].
To repeat slideshow
After step 2 above
Press [3,4] to select “Repeat Play” and press [2, 1] to select “On” or “Off” and press [ENTER].
Rotate
1While playing
Press [SUB MENU].
2Press [3,4] to select “Rotate Right” or “Rotate Left” and press [ENTER].
≥The rotation information will not be stored.
Zoom in/Zoom out
This function is only available for still pictures smaller than 640k480 pixels.
1While playing
Press [SUB MENU].
2Press [3,4] to select “Zoom in” and press [ENTER].
≥To return the picture to its original size, press [3,4] to select “Zoom out” in step 2 and press [ENTER].
≥When zooming in, the picture may be cut off.
≥The enlargement information will not be stored.
To select the still pictures in another folder
DVD-RAM
To switch to another higher folder
(Only if there is a multiple number of higher folders recognizable)
1While the “Album View” screen is displayed 
Press [SUB MENU].
2Press [3,4] to select “Select Root folder” and press [ENTER].
3Press [2,1] to select the higher folder and press [ENTER].
CD-R/RW
1While the “Picture View” screen is displayed
Press [3,4,2,1] to select “Folder” and press [ENTER].
2Press [3,4] to select the folder and press [ENTER].
Select folder to access.
Press ENTER to confirm.
Select Root folder
\DCIM
001 Folder100__DVD002003004
000500060007008
Pictures Menu Picture ViewCD (JPEG)F  1/3021216_0026
103_DVD
104_DVD
To show the picture properties
While playing
Press [STATUS] twice.
To exit the picture properties screen, press [STATUS].
Folder - Picture # :           102 - 0001
Date:        11 / 12 / 2005                   No. :  3 /    9
Shooting date e.g. JPEG on DVD-RAM
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Linked operations with the TV 
(EZ SyncTM “HDAVI ControlTM”)
EZ Sync “HDAVI Control” is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this unit, and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or amplifier/receiver 
under “HDAVI Control”. You can use this function by connecting the equipment with the HDMI cable. See the operating instructions for 
connected equipment for operational details.
If you connect this unit to the TV that has “HDAVI Control 2” function with an HDMI cable, you can operate this unit using the following buttons 
on the TV remote control.
[3,4,2,1], [OK], [RETURN], [SUB MENU] and colored buttons.
Use the remote control for this unit to operate any other buttons (numbered buttons, etc.) that are not listed above.
≥Refer to the TV operating instructions for operating TV.
What is EZ Sync “HDAVI Control”?
Preparation≥EZ Sync “HDAVI Control”, based on the control functions provided 
by HDMI which is an industry standard known as HDMI CEC 
(Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique function that we have 
developed and added. As such, its operation with other 
manufacturers’ equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be 
guaranteed. 1. Connect this unit to your TV or amplifier/receiver with an HDMI 
cable (➡8–9).
2. Set “Ctrl with HDMI” to “On” (➡23). 
(The default setting is “On”.)
3. Set the “HDAVI Control” operations on the connected equipment 
(e.g., TV).
≥When using HDMI2 terminal of VIERA as “HDAVI Control”, 
set the input channel to HDMI2 on VIERA.
4. Turn on all “HDAVI Control” compatible equipment and select this 
unit’s input channel on the connected TV so that the “HDAVI 
Control” function works properly.
Also when the connection or settings are changed, repeat this 
procedure.≥This unit supports “HDAVI Control 2” function.
“HDAVI Control 2” is the newest standard (current as of February, 
2007) for Panasonic’s HDAVI Control compatible equipment. This 
standard is compatible with Panasonic’s conventional HDAVI 
equipment.
≥It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable.
Recommended part number: 
RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m/4.9 ft.), RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m/9.8 ft.), RP-CDHG50 
(5.0 m/16.4 ft.), etc.
≥Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.
What you can do with “HDAVI Control”
One touch play
You can turn on this unit, television and amplifier/receiver, and 
start playing the disc in the play position with a single press of a 
button.
Press [ONE TOUCH PLAY].≥When operating, point the remote control at the remote control 
signal sensor on the main unit. 
≥When [ONE TOUCH PLAY] or [1] (PLAY) is pressed on this unit 
for “Automatic input switching” or “Power on link”, the playback 
image is not immediately displayed on the screen and it may not 
be possible to watch the contents from where playback started.
In this case, press [:] or [6] to go back to where playback 
started.
Automatic input switching
When the following operations are performed the television will 
automatically switch the input channel and displays the 
corresponding action.
–When play starts on the unit
–When an action that uses the display screen is performed 
(e.g., Direct Navigator screen)
Power on linkWhen the television is off and the following operations are 
performed, the television will automatically turn on and displays 
the corresponding action.
–When play starts on the unit
–When an action that uses the display screen is performed (e.g., 
Direct Navigator screen)
Power off linkAll connected equipment compatible with “HDAVI Control” 
including this unit automatically turns off when you switch the 
television off.
≥This unit automatically turns off even during playback or any 
other operation.
≥Only this unit turns off when you press the power button of the 
unit or the remote control for shutting it down. Other connected 
equipment compatible with “HDAVI Control” stays on.
Easy control only with VIERA remote control
Using the SUB MENU window to operate this unitUsing the Control Panel
By using the TV remote control, you can play discs using the 
“Control Panel” (➡below) and display the Top Menu (for BD-Video 
and DVD-Video) or Pop-up Menu (for BD-Video).
1Press [SUB MENU].
This can also be displayed by using the VIERA menu screen.
[Note]You cannot use the SUB MENU while the Top Menu for BD-
Video or DVD-Video is displayed.
2Select an item then press [OK].
Using the Control Panel, you can operate search backward, search 
forward, stop, etc, with the TV remote control. 
Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Using the SUB MENU window to operate 
this unit” (➡left).
The Control Panel is displayed (➡right). 
≥When playing BD-Video or DVD-Video, etc.
–[3]: Pause, [4]: Stop, [2]: Search 
backward, [1]: Search forward, [OK]: Play.
≥While playing still pictures
–[4]: Stop, [2]: View previous picture, 
[1]: View next picture.
∫When you want to leave the TV on and set only this unit 
to standby mode
Press [ÍBD POWER] on this unit’s remote control and set to 
standby mode.
∫When not using “HDAVI Control” 
Set “Ctrl with HDMI” in the Setup menu to “Off” (➡23)
ENTER
Control Panel
Pop-up Menu
To p  M e n u
e.g.Control PanelControl Panel is displayed 
(➡right).
To p  M e n u  
[BD-V] [DVD-V]Top menu is displayed 
(➡ 15).
Menu 
[DVD-V]Menu is displayed 
(➡15).
Pop-up Menu
[BD-V]Pop-up menu is displayed 
(➡15).
Rotate Right [JPEG]Rotate the still picture 
(➡ 17).
Rotate Left [JPEG]
Zoom in [JPEG]Enlarge or shrink the still 
picture (➡17).
Zoom out [JPEG]
Play
Search Pause
Search
Stop
Control Panel
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Changing settings with the On-screen 
menu
The On-screen menu is a menu that appears on screen, regardless of whether a disc 
is being played or stopped, when [DISPLAY] is pressed. The On-screen menu allows 
you to turn subtitles on or off, switch audio tracks, and change a variety of other 
settings.
(Continued on the next page)
What is On-screen menu? 
On-screen menu operations 
1Press [DISPLAY] to show On-screen menu.
2Press [3,4] to select the menu and press [1].
3Press [3,4] to select the item and press [1].
4Press [3,4] to select the setting.
≥Depending on the condition of the 
unit (playing, stopped, etc.) and 
disc contents, there may be some 
items that you cannot select or 
change.
≥Some items can be changed by 
pressing [ENTER].
To exit the On-screen menu
Press [DISPLAY].
What you can change with On-screen menu 
MenusItemsSettings and details
DiscSoundtrack§[BD-V] [DVD-V] [DVD-A]
Select the audio and language (➡below, Language, Audio attribute).
[DVD-VR] 
The disc’s audio attributes appear (➡below, Audio attribute).
[VCD] (SVCD)
Select the soundtrack number.
Soundtrack numbers are displayed even when there is only one audio type.
Subtitle
§[BD-V] [DVD-V] 
Turn the subtitle on/off and select the language (➡below, Language).
[DVD-VR]
(Only discs that contain subtitle on/off information)
Turn the subtitle on/off.
[VCD] (SVCD)
Turn the subtitle on/off and select the subtitle number.
Subtitle numbers are displayed even if there are not multiple subtitles.
Subtitle Style[BD-V]
Select the subtitle style.
PBC [VCD]
Indicates whether menu play (playback control) is on or off.
Audio channel[DVD-VR] [VCD]
➡13, Changing audio during play
Angle
§ [BD-V] [DVD-V]
Change the number to select an angle.
Still-P
(Still picture) [DVD-A]
Selects the play method for still pictures.
≥Slide Show: Plays according to the default order on the disc.
≥Page: Select the still picture number and play.
≥Random:Plays in random order.
≥Return:Returns to the default still picture on the disc.
§You may have to use the menus on the disc to make changes (➡15).
LanguageAudio attribute
ENG: English
FRA: French
DEU: German
ITA: Italian
ESP: Spanish
NLD: Dutch
SVE: Swedish
NOR: NorwegianDAN: Danish
POR: Portuguese
RUS: Russian
JPN: Japanese
CHI: Chinese
KOR: Korean
MAL: Malay
VIE: VietnameseTHA: Thai
POL: Polish
CES: Czech
SLK: Slovak
HUN: Hungarian
FIN: Finnish
¢: OthersLPCM/PPCM/ÎDigital/ÎDigital +/
ÎTrueHD/DTS-HD/DTS/MPEGSignal type
ch (channel) Number of channels
k (kHz) Sampling frequency
b (bit) Number of bits
Disc
VideoAudio
Other
PlaySoundtrack
Subtitle1
Audio channel
Off
Stereo Digital   2/0ch
Menus Items Settings
NOTE
TIPS
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Settings
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MenusItemsSettings and details
PlayRepeat play(Only when the elapsed time is being displayed on the unit display.)
Selects the item which you want to repeat. The items displayed differ depending on the type of 
disc.
≥AllEntire disc
≥ChapterChapter
≥GroupEntire group
≥PLPlaylist
≥TitleTitle (DVD-Video, etc.)
≥Tr a c kTrack
≥Off
Select “Off” to cancel.
VideoPicture[BD-V] [DVD-V] [DVD-VR] [VCD]
Select the picture quality mode during play.
≥Normal:Default setting
≥Soft: Soft picture with fewer video artifacts
≥Fine:  Details are sharper
≥Cinema:Mellows movies, enhances detail in dark scenes.
≥User: You can make further adjustments.
Press [3,4,2,1] to select “Picture adjustment” and press [ENTER].
If the video adjustment buttons on the remote control are used, the setting is 
automatically changed to “User”.
Contrast:Brightness:Sharpness:Color:
Gamma: 3D Noise Reduction: Integrated DNR:
➡For details, see page 14
DNR[BD-V] [DVD-V] [DVD-VR] [VCD]
Reduces mosaic-like distortion and picture degradation.
≥On≥Off
Progressive
§Select “On” to enable progressive output.
≥Depending on the type of television used, the video may be stretched horizontally when video 
is output in progressive mode. When this occurs, select “Off” and the video will then be 
output as “480i”.
≥This setting will be fixed to “On” if you connect with an HDMI cable and set “HDMI Video 
Mode” to “On” (➡23, “HDMI” tab).
≥When progressive output is on, closed captions cannot be displayed.
Transfer
§ [When “Progressive” (➡above) is set to “On”.]
Select the method of conversion for progressive output to suit the type of material being played 
(➡29, Glossary, Film and video).
≥Auto1 (normal):Automatically detects the film and video content, and appropriately converts 
it.
≥Auto2:In addition to “Auto1”, automatically detects film contents with different 
frame rates and appropriately converts it.
≥Video:Select when using “Auto1” and “Auto2”, and the content is distorted.
4:3 Aspect[BD-V] [DVD-V] [DVD-VR] [VCD]
You can select how images made for 4:3 aspect screens are displayed on a 16:9 aspect 
television.
≥Zoom: Makes 4:3 letterbox video expand to full screen on a wide screen television (16:9).
≥Normal: The picture is displayed as a 4:3 ratio image in the center of the screen.
AudioV. Surround Sound[DVD-V] [DVD-VR] 
(Dolby Digital with 2 channels or more only)
Enjoy a surround-like effect if you are using two front speakers only.
≥Emphasis
≥Natural
≥Off
≥Turn V. Surround Sound off if it causes distortion.
≥Do not use in combination with surround effects on other equipment.
≥V. Surround Sound does not work for bilingual recordings.
Dialog Enhancer[BD-V] (3 channels or more only, including a center channel)
[DVD-V] [DVD-VR] (Dolby Digital with 3 channels or more only, including a center channel)
The volume of the center channel is raised to make dialog easier to hear.
≥On≥Off
Re-master [DVD-V] [DVD-VR] [CD]
≥1–3, Off
(➡14, Reproducing more natural audio)
Digital FilterWhen audio is output from 2ch or 7.1ch AUDIO OUT terminals (➡8–10)
≥Normal:  A clear timbre.
≥Slow: Gives music atmosphere, with softness and a feeling of depth.
OtherPositionSelect the position of the On-screen menu.
≥1 (Standard): Highest
to
≥5 : Lowest
§Only when you have selected “480p”, “720p”, “1080i” in “Component Video Resolution” (➡22 “Connection” tab)
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