Panasonic Dmp Bd81 Owners Manual

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until 
2014/02/10
Owner’s Manual
Blu-ray Disc
TM Player
Model No. DMP-BD901 DMP-BD91
DMP-BD81
Thank you for purchasing this product.
Please read these instructions carefully before using  this product, and save this manual for future use.
If you have any questions, visit :
U.S.A. and Puerto Rico : www.panasonic.com/support
Canada : www.panasonic.ca/english/support
Register online at www.panasonic.com/register (U.S. customers only)
Firmware updates
Panasonic is constantly improvi ng the unit’s firmware to ensure 
that our customers are enjoying the latest technology.
Panasonic recommends updating your firmware as soon as you 
are notified.
For details, refer to “Firmware updates” ( >12) or 
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ (This site is in English only.)
PPC
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Getting started
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 instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do not use this apparatus near water.
6 Clean only with dry cloth.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance 
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat 
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that 
produce heat.
9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or 
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one 
wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and 
a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are 
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into 
your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the 
obsolete outlet.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched 
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point 
where they exit from the apparatus.
11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the 
manufacturer.
12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, 
bracket, or table specified by the 
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. 
When a cart is used, use caution when 
moving the cart/apparatus combination to 
avoid injury from tip-over.
13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning 
storms or when unused for long periods of 
time.
14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is 
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, 
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been 
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus 
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate 
normally, or has been dropped.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an 
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the 
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within 
the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient 
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
CAUTION
CAUTION :TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is 
intended to alert the user to the presence of important 
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in 
the literature accompanying the appliance.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES IN THE U.S.A. 
AND CANADA [BD901] [BD91]
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules and 
RSS-Gen of IC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 
(1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) this 
device must accept any interference, including interference 
that may cause undesired operation of this device.
Contains FCC ID: 2AANL-WL811
Contains IC:10616A-WL811
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in 
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure 
limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets 
the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in 
Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio 
frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very 
low levels of RF energy that is deemed to comply without 
maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). But it is 
desirable that it should be installed and operated keeping 
the radiator at least 20 cm (7
7/8q) or more away from 
person’s body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet 
and ankles).
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.FCC Note:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the 
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC 
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection 
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This 
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency 
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the 
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio 
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference 
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does 
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which 
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user 
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of 
the following measures: 
≥Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
≥Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
≥Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from 
that to which the receiver is connected.
≥
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the 
attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface 
cables when connecting to peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party 
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to 
operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is 
subject to the following two conditions: 
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including 
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: Panasonic
Model No.:  DMP-BD901
 DMP-BD91
 DMP-BD81
Responsible Party:
Panasonic Corporation of North America
Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490
Support Contact: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)
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Precautions
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 this unit.
≥Use only the recommended accessories.
≥Do not remove covers.
≥Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified 
service personnel.
AC power supply cord
≥The power plug is the disconnecting device. Install this unit so that 
the power plug can be unplugged from the socket outlet 
immediately.
Unit
≥This unit utilizes a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or 
performance of procedures other than those specified herein may 
result in hazardous radiation exposure.
≥Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles, on 
this unit.
Placement
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
≥Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in 
another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.
≥Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with newspapers, 
tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.
≥Do not place the unit on amplifiers/receivers or equipment that 
may become hot. The heat can damage the unit.
Batteries
Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage and may 
cause a fire.
≥Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only 
with the type recommended by the manufacturer.
≥When disposing the batteries, please contact your local authorities 
or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
≥Do not mix old and new batteries or different types at the same 
time.
≥Do not heat or expose to flame.
≥Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for 
a long period of time with doors and windows closed.
≥Do not take apart or short circuit.
≥Do not recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
≥Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
Remove batteries if you do not intend to use the remote control for a 
long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.The following limits are in place regarding the usage of this unit or 
Wireless LAN Adaptor. You must be aware of these limits before 
using these devices.
Panasonic will in no way be responsible for any incidental damage 
which may arise due to a failure to obey these limits, or to any 
condition of use or disuse of these devices.
≥Data transmitted and received over radio waves may be 
intercepted and monitored.
≥This unit and Wireless LAN Adaptor contain delicate 
electronic components.
Please use these devices in the manner in which they were 
intended and follow the following points:
– Do not expose these devices to high temperatures or direct 
sunlight.
– Do not bend, or subject these devices to strong impacts.
– Keep these devices away from moisture.
– Do not disassemble or alter these devices in any way.
This unit adopts the following technology for copyright protection.
Cinavia Notice 
This product uses Cinavia technology to limit the use of unauthorized 
copies of some commercially-produced film and videos and their 
soundtracks. When a prohibited use of an unauthorized copy is 
detected, a message will be displayed and playback or copying will be 
interrupted. 
More information about Cinavia technology is provided at the Cinavia 
Online Consumer Information Center at http://www.cinavia.com.
 To  
request additional information about Cinavia by mail, send a postcard 
with your mailing address to: 
Cinavia Consumer Information Center, P.O. Box 86851, San Diego, 
CA, 92138, USA. 
The unit may keep the user settings information in the unit. If you 
discard this unit either by disposal or transfer, then follow the 
procedure to return all the settings to the factory presets to delete the 
user settings. (>27, “To return all settings to the factory preset.”)
≥The operation history may be recorded in the memory of this unit.
(Inside of product)
WARNING
CAUTION
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside 
the European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European Union. 
If you wish to discard this product, please contact 
your local authorities or dealer and ask for the 
correct method of disposal.
Conforms to UL STD 60065.
Certified to CAN-CSA STD C22.2 No.60065.
Wireless LAN connection
Restriction on use of 
unauthorized copied content
To dispose or transfer this unit
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Table of contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY 
INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . .  2
Precautions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3
Getting started
Accessories  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5
Unit and media care . . . . . . . . .  5
Playable media . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6
Control reference guide  . . . . . .  8
Connections and Settings
Connecting to a TV. . . . . . . . . .  9
Connecting to 
an amplifier/receiver . . . . . . . .  9
Connecting to the network . . .  10
Settings  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11
Playback
Inserting or 
removing media  . . . . . . . . . .  13
HOME menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . .  14
Multi User Mode . . . . . . . . . . .  15
Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  16
Network Service
(Enjoying Netflix, etc.). . . . . .  18
Home Network feature 
[BD901] [BD91] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  19
“HDMI CEC” . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  20
Settings
Option menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  20
Setup menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  22
Reference
Troubleshooting guide  . . . . . .  27
Specifications  . . . . . . . . . . . . .  30
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . .  33, 34
Referencia rápida en español 
(Spanish Quick Reference). . . .  35
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Back cover
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Getting started
Connections and Settings
Playback
Settings
Reference
Accessories
Check the supplied accessories before using this 
unit.
1 Remote control
(N2QAYB000952)
2 Batteries for remote control
1 AC power supply cord
(K2CB2YY00092)
	≥Product numbers are provided in this Owner’s Manual 
correct as of December 2013. These may be subject to 
change.
≥Do not use AC power supply cord with other equipment.
∫Using the remote control
Insert the batteries to the terminal so that it (i 
and j) matches those in the remote control.
Point it at the remote control signal sensor on this 
unit. (>8)
Unit and media care
∫Clean this unit with a soft, dr y 
cloth
≥Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to 
clean this unit.
≥Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully 
read the instructions that came with the cloth.
∫This unit’s lens
Use the lens cleaner (not supplied) to clean the 
unit’s lens.
∫Clean discs
Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry with a 
dry cloth.
∫Disc handling precautions
≥Handle discs by the edges to avoid inadvertent 
scratches or fingerprints on the disc.
≥Do not attach labels or stickers to discs.
≥Do not use disc cleaning sprays, benzine, 
thinner, static electricity prevention liquids or 
any other solvent.
≥Do not use the following discs:
– Discs with exposed adhesive from removed 
stickers or labels (rented discs, etc.).
– Discs that are badly warped or cracked.
– Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart 
shapes. [For_Canada]
The enclosed Canadian French label sheet corresponds 
to the English display on the unit.

R6/LR6, AA

(Alkaline or manganese batteries)
DODO NOT
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Playable media
≥See pages 7 and 30 for more information on the types of content that can be played.
DeviceMedia 
markingsDevice typesContents format
BD-Video Video
BD-REVideo, 
JPEG
BD-RVideo, MKV, 
Xvid[For[Canada]
DVD-Video Video
DVD-R
Video, AVCHD, 
MKV, Xvid[For[Canada],
 JPEG, 
AAC, FLAC, MP3, WAV, 
WMA
DVD-R DL
DVD-RW
Video, AVCHD
— +R/+RW/+R DL
Music CD Music [CD-DA]
—CD-R
CD-RWMKV, Xvid[For[Canada],
 
JPEG, 
AAC, FLAC, MP3, 
Music [CD-DA], WAV, 
WMA
—USB devices
(up to 2 TB)MKV, MP4, MPEG2, 
Xvid[For[Canada], 
JPEG,
AAC, FLAC, 
MP3, WAV, WMA
BD
DVD
CD
USB
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Getting started
∫Types of 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
≥HD DVD
∫Region management information
The unit can play back BD-Video/DVD-Video 
discs of the following regions codes, including 
“ALL”:
≥The unit cannot playback discs in PAL format.
∫Finalize
Any DVD-R/RW/R DL, +R/+RW/+R DL and 
CD-R/RW that are recorded by a recorder need to 
be finalized by the recorder to play on this unit. 
Please refer to the recorder’s owner’s manuals.
∫BD-Video
≥This unit supports high bit rate audio (Dolby® 
Digital Plus, Dolby® TrueHD, DTS-HD High 
Resolution AudioTM and DTS-HD Master 
AudioTM) adopted in BD-Video.
≥If “Dolby D/Dolby D +/Dolby TrueHD” is set to 
“PCM” and “DTS Neo:6” is set to “Off”, the 
maximum possible number of Dolby
® sound is 
2ch PCM. (>23)
∫Music CD
≥Operation and sound quality of CDs that do not 
comply with CD-DA specifications (copy control 
CDs, etc.) cannot be guaranteed to work.
≥The digital audio content side of a DualDisc 
does not meet the technical specifications of 
the Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA) format 
so playback may not be possible.
∫USB device
≥This unit does not guarantee connection with all 
USB devices.
≥This unit does not support USB device 
charging.
≥FAT12, FAT16, FAT32, and NTFS file systems 
are supported.
≥This unit supports USB2.0 High Speed.
≥This unit supports an HDD formatted in FAT32 
and NTFS. If the HDD is not recognized, the 
power to the HDD may not be supplied. Supply 
power from an external source.
	≥It may not be possible to play the above media in some 
cases due to the type of media, the condition of the 
recording, the recording method, and how the files were 
created.
≥The producers of the disc can control how discs are 
played, so you may not always be able to control play as 
described in this Owner’s Manual. Read the disc’s 
instructions carefully.
1
BD-Video
DVD-VideoExample:
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Control reference guide
When other Panasonic devices respond to the 
remote control of the unit, change the remote 
control code. (>25)1 Turn the unit on and off
2 TV operation buttons
You can operate the Panasonic TV using this 
unit’s remote control. Some buttons may not 
work depending on the TV.
[ÍTV] : Turn the TV on and off
[AV] : Change input
[ijVOL] : Adjust the volume
3 Select title numbers, etc./Enter numbers
4 Cancel
5 Change audio (>16)
6 Basic playback control buttons (>16)
7 Show Closed Caption setup screen 
(>21, 23)
8 Show Pop-up menu/Top menu (>17)
9 Show Option menu (>20)
10 Colored buttons (red, green, yellow, blue)
Used for various purposes depending on the 
display.
11 Transmit the remote control signal
12 Open or close the disc tray (>13)
13 Show Setup menu (>22)
14 Show the status messages (>17)
15 Show the Home Screen of Network Service 
(>18)
16 Exit the Menu screen
17 Show Netflix screen (>18)
18 Show HOME menu (>14)
19 [3,4,2,1] : 
Move the highlight for selection
[OK] : Confirm the selection
(;1) : Frame-by-frame (>16)
20 Return to previous screen
1 Disc tray (>13)
2 USB port (>13)
3 POWER LED
The LED lights up when the unit is turned on, 
and flashes when error occurs. (>29)
4 Remote control signal sensor
Distance: Within approx. 7 m (23 feet)
Angle: Approx. 20e up and down, 30e left and 
right5 Open or close the disc tray (>13)
6 Basic playback control switches (>16)
7Standby/on switch (Í/I) (>11 )
Press to switch the unit from on to standby 
mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit 
still consumes a small amount of power.
Rear panel terminals (>9, 10)
1
2
3
6
45
7
8
19
109
20 18
16
15
17
14 13
12 11
756
1234
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Getting started
Connections and Settings
Connecting to a TV
Connect the power supply cord after making all connections.
≥Before making any connections, we recommend that you temporarily disconnect all the units from AC 
power outlet.
≥Use the High Speed HDMI cables. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized. It is recommended 
that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. When outputting 1080p signal, please use HDMI cables 5.0 
meters (16.4 ft.) or less.
≥This unit consumes a small amount of AC power (>30) even when turned off in standby mode. For 
the purpose of energy conservation, the unit should be disconnected if you will not be using it for 
extended period of time.
Connecting to an amplifier/receiver
≥Set “Digital Audio Output” (>23).
≥When using the TV or amplifier/receiver that does not have the indication of “(ARC)” 
(non-ARC-compatible) on the HDMI terminal, the amplifier/receiver and TV must also be connected 
using an optical digital cable in order to enjoy the TV’s sound through the amplifier/receiver.
HDMI IN
HDMI cable
AC power supply cord (supplied)To an AC outlet
HDMI IN
(ARC)HDMI OUT
(ARC)HDMI IN
Amplifier/receiver HDMI cable HDMI cable
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Connecting to the network
The following services can be used when this unit is connected to broadband.
≥Firmware can be updated (>12)
≥You can enjoy BD-Live (>17)
≥You can enjoy Network Service (>18)
≥[BD901] [BD91] You can access other devices (Home Network) (>19)
For details about connection method, refer to the instructions supplied with the connected equipment.
–[BD901] [BD91] : This unit has built-in Wi-Fi
® and can be connected to a wireless router.
–[BD81] : For wireless capability, connect the Wireless LAN Adaptor DY-WL5 (optional). Only DY-WL5 
can be used.
Read the owner’s manuals for DY-WL5 thoroughly when using it.
≥For up-to-date compatibility information on your wireless router, refer to
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/
(This site is in English only.)
For additional information about this unit refer to 
http://www.panasonic.com/support (For U.S.A.)
≥The unit is not compatible with public wireless LAN services provided in airports, stations, cafes, etc.
≥See page 3 for the precautions for wireless LAN connection.
≥Use category 5 or above straight LAN cables (STP) when connecting to peripheral devices.
≥Inserting any cable other than a LAN cable in the LAN port can damage the unit.
Wireless LAN connection
LAN cable connection
Wireless router, etc.
Internet [BD81]
DY-WL5
LAN Cable
Internet Broadband router, etc.
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