Panasonic Dmp Bd93 Owners Manual

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Connections and settings
Connecting to the network
The following services can be used when this unit is connected to broadband.
≥Firmware can be updated (>13)
≥You can enjoy BD-Live (>17)
≥You can enjoy Network Service (>18)
≥You can access other devices (Home Network) (>19)
≥
[BDT271/270] This unit supports Wi-Fi DirectTM and can make a wireless connection to wireless devices 
without router. You can use this function when enjoying Home Network feature, etc. Internet access is 
not available while connected via Wi-Fi Direct
TM. (>19, 25)
For details about connection method, refer to the instructions supplied with the connected equipment.
This unit has built-in Wi-Fi
® and can be connected to a wireless router.
≥For up-to-date compatibility information on your wireless router,   r e f e r   t o
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
[BDT271/270]
LAN cable connection
Wireless router, etc.Internet
LAN Cable
Internet Broadband router, etc. 
						

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Connections and settings
Settings
The following settings can be performed anytime 
in the Setup menu (>25, 27).
After connecting your new player for the first time 
and pressing [Í], the basic settings screen will 
appear.
Preparation
Turn on the TV and select the appropriate 
video input.
1Press [Í].
Setup screen appears.
2Follow the on-screen instructions to 
continue with the settings.
After completing “Easy Settings”, you can perform 
“Easy Network Setting”.
Follow the on-screen instructions to establish 
your connection settings.
e.g., 
[BDT271/270]
Select “Wired” or “Wireless” and press [OK].
∫About the wireless connection
To obtain your network name (SSID*) and 
encryption key (password).
The default settings may be 
printed on the router. If the SSID 
and password have been 
changed, consult the person 
responsible for setting up your 
network.
For more details, refer to the 
manual supplied with the wireless broadband 
router, or contact your Internet provider.
For more information or assistance, refer to
http://www.panasonic.com/support
(U.S. customers only)
If your SSID is not displayed;
Search again by pressing the red button on the 
remote control.
Stealth SSIDs will not be displayed; in this case, 
enter manually in the following order.
1 To display the SSID input screen :
[BDT271/270]Press [HOME]
> select [OK] to select “Setup”
> select “Player Settings”
[BD903/93]While displaying the HOME menu, press the 
[SETTINGS] button on the remote control
> select “Network” and press [OK] 
> select “Network Settings” and press [OK] 
> select “Wireless Settings” and press [OK] 
> select “Connection Setting” and press [OK] 
> select “Manual setting” and press [OK]
2 Enter your SSID.
≥If your wireless network is encrypted, go to 
page 13.
Easy Settings
Easy Network Setting
Easy Network Setting
Wired
Wireless
Select a connection mode. 
 
OKRETURN
SSID XXXXXXXXXXXX
KEY  XXXXXXXXXXXX
PIN   XXXXXXXXX
e.g.
WPS (PUSH)
Wireless Settings
Reception
Select a wireless network for connectionK
Press the green button to connect via
WPS (PUSH button method)K
SSIDXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Search againOKRETURNOPTION 
						

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Connections and settings
If your wireless router supports WPS (Wi-Fi 
Protected SetupTM);
You can easily set up a connection by pressing 
the green button on the remote control.
If your wireless network is encrypted;
Enter your encryption key (password).
≥You can switch between capital and lower case 
letters by pressing the “Shift” key.
≥An USB keyboard can be used, but only for the 
keys displayed on the screen.
	≥Refer to the owner’s manuals of the hub or router.
≥Do not use this unit to connect to any wireless network for 
which you do not have usage rights.
Using these networks may be regarded as illegal 
access.
≥If you have trouble getting online on your PC after 
performing network settings on this unit, perform the 
network settings on your PC.
≥Please be aware that connecting to a network without 
encryption may result in the leaking of data such as 
personal or secret information.
*SSID:
An SSID (Service Set IDentification) is a name used by 
wireless LAN to identify a particular network. 
Transmission is possible if the SSID matches for both 
devices.
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 via 
a broadband connection.*
When a new firmware version is available, the 
following message is displayed.
You can also download the latest firmware from 
the following website and store it to a USB device 
to update the firmware.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/
(This site is in English only.)
DO NOT DISCONNECT the unit from the AC 
power or perform any operation while the update 
takes place.
After the firmware is installed, unit will restart and 
the following screen will be displayed.
e.g.,
	≥To show the firmware version on this unit. 
(>27, “Firmware Version Information”)
≥Downloading will require several minutes. It may take 
longer or may not work properly depending on the 
connection environment.
≥If you do not want to check for the latest firmware version, 
set “Automatic Update Check” to “Off”. (>27)
* You must agree to the terms of use for the Internet function 
and the privacy policy. ([BDT271/270] >15, “Notice”, 
[BD903/93] >26, “Notice”)
M
#*@.
Symbols
Encryption Key (Password) 
Shift Delete
Finish
Alphanumeric Other Characters
OKRETURNPVGT
ECUGUGPUKVKXG
“;,-_~:/Space`
36
9 25
80
14
7
Firmware updates
Firmware Update
Current Version:   X.XX New Version:        X.XX
Do you want to start firmware update?
For the update information, please visit the 
following website:
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/
YesNo
OKRETURN
The firmware was updated.
Current Version: x.xx
RETURN 
						

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Playback
Playba ckInser ting or removing 
media
Notes
≥When inserting a media item, ensure that it is 
facing the correct way, which is the right side 
facing up.
≥If you connect a Panasonic product with a USB 
connection cable, the setup screen may be 
displayed on the connected equipment. For 
details, refer to the instructions for the 
connected equipment.
CAUTION
Do not place objects in front of the unit. The disc 
tray may collide with objects when it is opened, 
and this may cause malfunction. 
						

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Playback
HOME menu
Major functions of this unit can be operated from 
the HOME menu.
Preparation
Turn on the TV and select the appropriate video 
input.
1Press [Í] to turn on the unit.
≥After network service introduction banner is 
shown, the HOME menu is displayed.
–When connected to the network, the 
banner content may be changed.
–You can disable the “Start-up Banner” 
(>27).
2Press [OK] or [3,4,2,1] to select the item.
≥If there are any other items, repeat this 
step.
[BDT271/270]
Videos/Photos/Music
[BDT271/270]Network
[BD903/93]Network 
Setup
[BDT271/270]Notice
Displays the terms of service for the cloud 
services.
To show the HOME
 menu
Press [HOME].
	≥Items to be displayed may vary with the media.
VideosMusic Photos SetupNetwork
HOME
Blu-ray Disc Player
Setup
Notice
DiscPlay back the contents. (>16)
≥When multiple contents are 
recorded, select the types of 
contents or the title. USB
Network 
Service
Displays the Home Screen of 
Network Service. (>18)
Home 
Network
DLNA Client (>19)
Miracast (>19)
Media Renderer (>20)
Network 
Service
Displays the Home Screen of 
Network Service. (>18)
Miracast
(>19)
Player 
Settings
(>23)
USB 
Management
(>17)
Wallpaper
Changes the background of 
HOME menu. 
						

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Playback
Playback
1Insert the media.
Playback starts depending on the media.
2Select the item to play and press [OK].
Repeat this step if necessary.
	≥DISCS CONTINUE TO ROTATE WHILE MENUS ARE 
DISPLAYED. Press [∫STOP] when you have finished 
playback to protect the unit’s motor, your TV screen and so 
on.
≥It is not possible to play back AVCHD and MPEG2 videos 
which have been dragged and dropped or copied and 
pasted to the media.
The following functions may not work depending 
on the media and contents.
Press [∫STOP].
The stopping point is memorized.
Resume play function
Press [1PLAY] to restart from this point.
≥The point is cleared if the media is removed.
≥On BD-Video discs including BD-J, the 
resume play function does not work.
Press [;PA U S E ] .
≥Press [;PAUSE] again or [1PLAY] to restart 
play.Search
While playing, press [SEARCH6] or 
[SEARCH5].
≥Xvid
 [For_Canada], MKV, MP4 and MPEG2: Audio 
is not heard.
Slow motion
While paused, press [SEARCH5].
≥BD-Video and AVCHD: [SEARCH5] only.
≥Xvid 
[For_Canada], MKV, MP4 and MPEG2: Not 
effective.
The speed increases up to 5 steps.
≥Music, MP3, etc.: The speed is fixed to a single 
step.
≥Press [1PLAY] to revert to normal playback 
speed.
While playing or paused, press [:] or 
[9].
Skip to the title, chapter or track.
While paused, press [1] (;1).
≥Press and hold to fast forward.
≥Press [1PLAY] to revert to normal playback 
speed.
≥BD-Video and AVCHD: Forward only.
≥Xvid 
[For_Canada], MKV, MP4 and MPEG2: Not 
effective.
Press [AUDIO].
You can change the audio channel number or 
soundtrack language, etc.
Press [POP-UP MENU/TOP MENU].
≥Select the item and press [OK].
Operations during playback
Stop
Pause
Search/Slow motion
Skip
Frame-by-frame
Changing soundtrack
Show top menu/pop-up 
menu 
						

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Playback
While playing, press [STATUS].
The status messages give you information about 
what is currently being played. Each time you 
press [STATUS], the display information may 
change or disappear from the screen.
≥Depending on media and contents, the display 
may change or not appear.
e.g., BD-Video
AT: Title, C: Chapter, PL: Playlist
BElapsed time in the title
CCurrent position
DTo t a l   t i m e
e.g., JPEG
Preparation
Connect this unit to a 3D compatible TV. (>10)
≥Perform the necessary preparations for the TV.
≥Play back following the instructions displayed 
on the screen.
≥3D Settings (>22, 25)
	≥Please refrain from viewing 3D images if you do not feel 
well or are experiencing visual fatigue.
In the event that you experience dizziness, nausea, or 
other discomfort while viewing 3D images, discontinue use 
and rest your eyes.
≥3D video might not output the way it is set in “HDMI 
Resolution” and [BDT271/270] “24p(4K)/24p Output” (>23)/
[BD903/93] “24p Output” (>24).
≥When playing back 3D photos from “Photos” screen, select 
from the “3D” list. (Still pictures in “2D” are played back in 
2D.)
If “2D” and “3D” indications are not displayed, press the red 
button on the remote control to switch the view of playback 
contents.
With “BD-Live” discs, you can enjoy bonus 
contents that use Internet access.
For this BD-Live function, connection of a USB 
device is necessary along with Internet connection.
1Perform network connection and settings. 
(>11, 12)
2Connect a USB device with 1 GB or more 
free space.
≥The USB device is used as the local storage.
3Insert the disc.
∫Deleting data on the USB device
Select “USB Management” in the HOME menu 
(>15), then select “BD-Video Data Erase” and 
press [OK].
	≥The usable functions and the operating method may vary 
with each disc, please refer to the instructions on the disc 
and/or visit their website.
≥“BD-Live Internet Access” may need to be changed for 
certain discs (>26).
Play a slideshow of photos and adjust various 
settings during the playback.
1Insert the media.
2Select “Photos”.
3Select an item and press the green button.
The following items can be set.
	≥Still pictures displayed as “ ” cannot be played back 
with this unit.
Show the status messages
[BDT271/270]
Enjoying 3D video and 
photos
PlayBD-VideoT1     C1     0:05.140:20.52
A
CD
B
                                    
Date           
Size            
Manufacturer
Equipment1 / 26
11/12/2007 
500 X 375
Enjoying BD-Live
Slideshow
Start 
SlideshowStart the slideshow.
You can display still pictures in 
the selected folder one by one at 
a constant interval.
Display 
IntervalChange the display interval.
Transition 
EffectSelect the effect when sliding 
pictures.
Repeat PlaySet whether to repeat the slideshow. 
						

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Playback
Network Ser vice
(Enjoying Netflix, etc.)
Network Service allows you to access some 
specific websites supported by Panasonic.
[BD903/93] This unit has no full browser function and 
some features of websites may not be available.
≥Some services, such as Netflix require a 
registered account.
For details of your Netflix account, refer to 
Netflix.
* Images are for illustration purposes, contents may change 
without notice.
Preparation
≥Network connection (>11 )
≥Network settings (>12)
1Press [INTERNET].
≥Netflix can be accessed directly by pressing 
[NETFLIX] button even when this unit is off.
2Select the item and press [OK].
To exit from Network Service
Press [HOME].
	≥When playing content in the media, Network Service 
cannot be accessed by pressing [INTERNET].
≥An USB keyboard can be used, but only for the keys 
displayed on the screen.
≥In the following cases, settings are possible using the 
Setup menu items.
– When restricting the use of Network Service 
(>26, “Network Service Lock”)
– When correcting the displayed time 
(>26, “Time Zone”, “DST”)
– When using another device such as a smartphone in 
combination with the unit by using a certain app on the 
device
(>26, “Remote Device Operation”)
≥When using a slow Internet connection, the video may not 
be displayed correctly. A high speed Internet service with a 
speed of at least 6 Mbps is recommended.
≥Be sure to update the firmware as soon as a firmware 
update notice is displayed on the screen. If the firmware is 
not updated, you may not be able to use Network Service 
function properly. (>13)
≥Network Service Home Screen is subject to change 
without notice.
≥The services through Network Service are operated by 
their respective service providers, and service may be 
discontinued either temporarily or permanently without 
notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty for the 
content or the continuity of the services.
≥Some features of websites or content of the service may 
not be available.
≥Some content may be inappropriate for viewers.
≥Some content may only be available for specific countries 
and may be presented in specific languages.
*
MORE
BACKXXXXXXXXXXX
XXXXXXXX
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
XXXXXXX
XXXX
Market
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
XXXXXXFeatured Videos
Network Service provides a variety of 
selected Internet services such as the 
following.
≥Online movie rental service
≥Video browsing service
Internet
[BDT271/270] 
						

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Playback
Home Network feature
Before using the following features, be sure to 
configure the connected equipment on your 
Home Network.
You can enjoy the content you are viewing on a 
Miracast-compatible smartphone, etc. on the big 
screen of your TV.
≥Compatible with Android
TM devices, ver. 4.2 and 
above and Miracast certified.
For information on whether the smartphone, 
etc. supports Miracast, contact the 
manufacturer of the device.
1[BDT271/270]
Press [MIRACAST].[BD903/93]Press [HOME].
> Select “Network”.
> Select “Miracast”.
2Operate the Miracast compatible device.
≥On the device, enable Miracast and select 
this unit as the device to be connected.
For details, refer to the instructions supplied 
with the device.
To exit from Miracast
Press [HOME].You can share photos, videos and music stored in 
the DLNA Certified media server (PC with 
Windows 7 installed, smartphone, etc.) connected 
to your home network.
≥About support format of DLNA (>33).
Preparation
1Perform network connection (>11) and 
network settings (>12) of this unit.
2Add the contents and folder to the libraries of 
the Windows Media
® Player or the 
smartphone, etc.
≥Playlist of Windows Media
® Player can play 
back only the contents that are stored in the 
libraries.
1Press [HOME].
2Select “Network”.
3Select “Home Network”.
4Select “DLNA Client”.
≥The list can be updated by pressing the red 
button on the remote control.
≥The connection method can be switched to 
Wi-Fi Direct by pressing the green button 
on the remote control.
5Select the equipment and press [OK].
6Select the item to play and press [OK].
≥You may be able to use convenient 
functions depending on the content by 
pressing [OPTION].
To exit from Home Network
Press [HOME].
Using MiracastTM
PlayerMiracast 
compatible device
[BDT271/270]
Playing back contents on 
the DLNA server
PlayerServer 
						

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Playback
You can use a smartphone or tablet as the Digital 
Media Controller (DMC) to playback contents 
from DLNA server on the Renderer (this unit).
Possible applications:
* DMC compatible software should be installed.
Preparation
Perform steps 1 and 2. (>19)
3Perform the “Remote Device Settings”. 
(>26)
≥You can register up to 16 devices.
1Press [HOME].
2Select “Network”.
3Select “Home Network”.
4Select “Media Renderer”.
5Select “Home Network” or “Wi-Fi Direct” 
and press [OK], then follow the indications 
on the screen.
6Operate the DMC compatible devices.
To exit from Media Renderer screen
Press [HOME].
	
≥[BDT271/270] Wi-Fi Direct connection while using Home 
Network feature is only temporary, and the network 
connection method returns to the original setting when 
exiting.
≥Depending on the device or connection environment, the 
data transfer rate may decrease.
≥Depending on the contents and the connected equipment, 
playback may not be possible.
≥Items displayed in gray on the display cannot be played 
back by this unit.
[BDT271/270]
Using the Digital Media 
Controller
*
* *

RendererServer
Server
RendererController
Controller
[BDT271/270]About DLNA and Media renderer
For more details, refer to the following website 
and the owner’s manuals for each of the 
equipment.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/
(This site is in English only.)