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Blu-ray Disc Home Theater Sound System
Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.
To update the firmware of this unit, refer to page 29.
Region management information
BD-Video
This unit plays BD-Video marked with labels containing the region code A.
DVD-Video
This unit plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number "1" or "ALL".
As an ENERGY STAR Partner,
Panasonic has determined that
this product meets the ENERGY STAR
guidelines for energy efficiency.
For Canada only: The word "Participant" is used in place of the word
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Operating Instructions
Model No.
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If you have any questions contact
[U.S.A.]and]Puerto]Rico]:1-800-211-PANA(7262)
[Canada]: 1-800-561-5505
[Only]for[U.S.A.]and]Puerto]Rico]:
The warranty can be found on page 54.
[Canada]:
The warranty can be found on page 55.
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
This unit plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number “1” or “ALL”. If you have any questions contact ® As an ENERGY STAR Partner, [U.S.A.]and]Puerto]Rico]:1-800-211-PANA(7262) Panasonic has determined that [Canada]: 1-800-561-5505 ® this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. -
Page 2: Accessories
≥Please note that the actual controls and components, menu System SC-BTX70 items, etc. of your Blu-ray Disc Home Theater Sound System Main unit SA-BTX70 may look somewhat different from those shown in the Front speakers SB-HFX70 illustrations in these Operating Instructions. -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
Responsible Party: 13)Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. Panasonic Corporation of North America 14)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is One Panasonic Way required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Getting started Accessories............2 Enjoying TV, etc. with IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....3 this unit’s speakers ........24 Control reference guide (remote control) ..5 Enjoying TV and other devices sound from this unit’s speakers........24 Preparing the remote control......5 Adjusting the sound .......... -
Page 5: Control Reference Guide (Remote Control)
Control reference guide (remote control) 1 Turn the unit on and off ( 2 Display the Home screen of VIERA CAST ( 3 Select title numbers, etc./Enter numbers or characters ( 17, 31) (The character buttons may be used when operating VIERA CAST INPUT contents. -
Page 6: Control Reference Guide (Main Unit)
Control reference guide (main unit) Front and top panel 1 Standby/on switch (POWER Í/I) ( 6 Stop ( 7 Pause ( Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power. 8 Start play ( 2 Status indicator 9 Adjust the volume of the main unit (... -
Page 7: Positioning
– Doing so may cause irregular sounds and damage to the speaker. Surround back speakers with 2 sets of the optional Panasonic wireless system SH-FX70. ( Do not touch the front netted area of the speakers. Hold by the sides. -
Page 8: Speaker Connections
Speaker connections Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropriate operating instructions. Do not connect the AC power supply cord until all other connections are complete. Ω Main unit Setup example Speaker cable for front Speaker cable for front speaker (L) (White) speaker (R) (Red) PURPLE... -
Page 9: Tv Connections
≥Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized. ≥Please use High Speed HDMI Cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover). It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. Recommended part number: RP-CDHG10 (1.0 m/3.3 ft), RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m/4.9 ft), RP-CDHG20 (2.0 m/6.6 ft), RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m/9.8 ft), RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m/16.4 ft), etc. -
Page 10: Connections To A Set Top Box, Etc
Connections to a Set Top Box, etc. Use the following connections when you want to output the original surround audio from your Set Top Box, cable TV, VCR, DVD recorder, etc. through this unit’s speakers. ≥Do not connect through the video cassette recorder. Due to copy guard protection, the picture may not be displayed properly. -
Page 11: Broadband Network Connections
Broadband Network Connections The following services can be used when this unit is connected to the Internet via a broadband connection. ≥Firmware can be updated ( ≥You can enjoy the BD-Live ( ≥You can enjoy the VIERA CAST ( Internet Shielded LAN cable (not included) Broadband router, etc. -
Page 12: Operating The Sliding Door
RETURN Select the aspect to suit your TV and preference. RETURN ≥Wireless System (Displayed only when connecting the optional Panasonic wireless system (SH-FX70)) SETUP SETUP If an optional digital transmitter is inserted, it is required to specify the current settings. -
Page 13: Showing Start Menu
Showing START menu Some functions of this unit can be operated from the START menu. e.g., [BD-V] 1 Press [Í] to turn on the unit. 2 Press [START]. Home theater START ≥Items displayed vary according to the chosen selector and media. 3 Press [3, 4] to select the item and press [OK]. -
Page 14: Selecting The Playback Source
Selecting the playback source Selecting the source from the START menu You can select sound modes, desired source, or access playback/menus by using the START menu. 1 Press [Í] to turn on the unit. 2 Press [START] to show the START menu. 3 Press [3, 4] to select the item and then Home theater START... -
Page 15: Enjoying Sound From All Speakers And Various Sound Effects
– FLAT (Flat): Cancel (no effect is added). – HEAVY (Heavy): Adds punch to rock. When 1 or 2 optional Panasonic wireless system(s) SH-FX70 are – CLEAR (Clear): Clarifies higher sounds. connected and the appropriate settings have been made in the “EASY –... -
Page 16: Basic Operations
Basic operations Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control in these operating instructions. Preparation Turn on the TV and select the appropriate video input on the TV. Inserting or removing a disc. Inserting or removing an SD card 1 Press [DISC <... -
Page 17: Other Operations During Play
∫ To adjust the volume. ∫ To mute the sound. Press to mute the sound MUTE Press to adjust the volume e.g. “MUTE” flashes on the unit’s display. ≥To cancel, press [MUTE] again or It is also possible to adjust the volume with [s r VOLUME] on the adjust the volume. -
Page 18: Adjusting Speaker Level During Play
It is possible to playback the High Definition (AVCHD format) video the black bar is not displayed. recorded on a Panasonic High definition Video Camera on a Zoom: The black bars on the top and bottom sides of the 4:3 DVD-RAM/R/RW/R DL/+R/+RW/+R DL, or SD card and Standard image disappear and the image is enlarged. -
Page 19: Enjoying Bd-Live Or Bonusview In Bd-Video
Enjoying BD-LIVE or BONUSVIEW in BD-Video [BD-V] What is BONUSVIEW? BONUSVIEW allows you to enjoy functions such as picture-in-picture or secondary audio etc., with BD-Video supporting BD-ROM Profile 1 version 1.1/ Final Standard Profile. What is BD-Live? In addition to the BONUSVIEW function, BD-Video supporting BD-ROM Profile 2 that has a network extension function allows you to enjoy more functions such as subtitles, exclusive images and online games by connecting this unit to the Internet. -
Page 20: Playing Still Pictures
Playing still pictures [JPEG] Playback of a BD-RE, DVD-RAM/R/R DL, CD-R/RW, or SD card with still pictures recorded. (About structure of folders 41, “Structure of folders that can play back on this unit”) ≥Small-sized still pictures are displayed with a 1 Insert a disc or an SD card. -
Page 21: Useful Functions During Still Picture Play
Useful functions during still picture play Start Slideshow Zoom out You can display still pictures one by one at a constant interval. This function is only available for small-sized still pictures. 1 While playing (except for slideshows) BD-RE, DVD-RAM Press [SUB MENU]. 1 While the “Album View”... -
Page 22: Playing Music
≥Sound may be discontinued for several seconds when the power to the TV is turned off. When the unit is connected to a Panasonic TV (VIERA) that supports HDAVI NOTE Control 2 or later and another device supports VIERA Link, the unit is turned off if the power to the TV is turned off, since “Power off link”... -
Page 23: Radio
Listening to the Radio Setting up the radio Listening/confirming the preset channels 1 Press [RADIO] to select “FM”. 2 Press the numbered buttons to select the channel. Numbered To select a 1-digit number e.g., 1: [1] [OK]. buttons To select a 2-digit number e.g., 12: [1] RADIO Alternatively, press [X, W] or [2, 1]. -
Page 24: Enjoying Tv, Etc. With This Unit's Speakers
Enjoying TV, etc. with this unit’s speakers You can enjoy TV broadcasts with this unit’s speakers. Adjusting the sound You can adjust the mode depending on the source or situation. 1 Press [SOUND] several times to select the mode. ≥You can also press [SOUND] and then [3, 4] to select the mode. -
Page 25: Linked Operations With The Tv
≥VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”, based on the control VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a convenient function that offers linked functions provided by HDMI which is an industry operations of this unit, and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) under “HDAVI Control”. standard known as HDMI CEC (Consumer NOTE You can use this function by connecting the equipment with an HDMI cable. -
Page 26: Easy Control Only With Viera Remote Control
Linked operations with the TV Easy control only with VIERA remote Automatic input switching control When the following operations are performed, the TV will automatically switch the input channel and display the If you connect this unit to a TV that has “HDAVI Control 2” or later with an corresponding action. -
Page 27: Using The Ipod
≥Audio/video cannot be recorded or transmitted iPod nano 4th generation (video) 8 GB, 16 GB NOTE to the iPod via this system. ≥Panasonic makes no warranty for iPod data iPod classic 120 GB management. iPod touch 1st generation 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB ≥For more information, refer to the operating... -
Page 28: Ipod Playback
Using the iPod iPod Playback This system features two different iPod playback modes. The first of these is EXTENDED mode, for playback of music and video contents. With this mode, you can operate the iPod from the main unit. The second mode is SIMPLE mode, which can be used for playback of three types of contents – music, photos, and videos. With this mode, simple operations such as play, stop, and search can be performed on the display of your iPod. -
Page 29: Enjoying Viera Cast Tm
Welcome to Network Service by their respective service providers, and service Your Panasonic Network Service allows you to access web-based content on your Player/Recorder. Some may be discontinued either temporarily or web content may be inappropriate for some viewers. You may disable the Network Service feature by following the instructions found in your Operating Instructions. -
Page 30: Network Settings
Network settings These settings are used if you will connect this unit to the Internet. ( ≥The connection to the Internet may take time or the Internet may not be connected depending on the connection environment. It is required that you use a broadband connection. Preparation ≥Connect to a broadband network. - Page 31 Setting the connection speed Setting the proxy server When the connection test results in “Fail” after the IP and DNS-IP In most cases, default settings can normally be used without addresses are assigned, perform the following settings. making any changes. Please use this setting when instructed to by your Internet After performing steps 1 to 4 ( service provider.
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Page 32: Changing Settings With The On-Screen Menu
Changing settings with the on-screen menu On-screen menu operations e.g., [BD-V] ≥Depending on the condition of the 1 Press [BD/SD] to select unit (playing, stopped, etc.) and “BD/DVD”. Disc Signal Type media contents, there may be some 2 Press [DISPLAY]. Play NOTE items that you cannot select or... - Page 33 To select these settings, perform steps 1 to 5 ( Menus Items Settings and details Play Repeat Play (Only when the elapsed time is being displayed on the unit’s display.) Selects the item which you want to repeat. The items displayed differ depending on the type of disc. ≥All tracks All tracks ≥Chapter...
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Page 34: Changing The Unit's Settings
Changing the unit’s settings Change the unit’s settings if necessary. The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. Setup menu operations ≥There may be differences in operation methods. While stopped Setup If this happens, follow the on-screen Disc Press [BD/SD] to select “BD/ instructions for the operation. - Page 35 To select these settings, perform steps 1 to 5 ( “Audio” Dynamic Range Compression [BD-V] [AVCHD] [DVD-V] ≥On ≥Off ≥Auto: Effective only when Dolby TrueHD is played. (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby TrueHD only) Change the dynamic range ( 51) for late night viewing.
- Page 36 Changing the unit’s settings “TV / Device Connection” TV Aspect When connected to a 16:9 widescreen TV: ≥16:9: Set to match the type of TV connected. Video recorded for 4:3 aspect screen is displayed as a 4:3 ratio image in the center of the screen. When connected to a 4:3 aspect TV: ≥4:3: Video recorded for a widescreen is played as Pan &...
- Page 37 To select these settings, perform steps 1 to 5 ( “Network” IP Address/DNS Settings ( ≥Press [OK] to show the following settings. Connection Test — — — — ≥On ≥Off IP Address Auto Configuration ( DHCP ) IP Address — — —. — — —. — — —. — — — Subnet Mask —...
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Page 38: Speaker Settings
(When the optional surround, surround back speakers are connected.) The surround and surround back speakers will only be displayed when the speakers are connected with the optional Panasonic wireless system SH-FX70 and the main unit’s settings have been reconfigured in the EASY SETUP. (... -
Page 39: Disc And Card Information
Disc and card information Packaged discs This chart shows the different type of retail/commercial discs you can use, and also includes the industry-standard logos that should appear on the discs and/or packaging. Type of media/ Type of media/ Features Indicated as Features Indicated as Logo... -
Page 40: Sd Cards
[JPEG] SD Memory Card* this unit. ≥AVCHD format [AVCHD] (from 8 MB to 2 GB) ≥We recommend using a Panasonic SD card. ≥MPEG2 format [MPEG2] SDHC Memory Card Please confirm the latest information on the following website. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (from 4 GB to 32 GB) (This site is in English only.) -
Page 41: About Mp3/Jpeg Files
About MP3/JPEG files File format JPEG Playable media CD-R* , CD-RW* , DVD-R* , DVD-R DL* CD-R* , CD-RW* , DVD-RAM* DVD-R* , DVD-R DL* BD-RE* , SD card Extension Files must have the extension “.mp3” or “.MP3”. Files must have the extension “.jpg” or “.JPG”. Picture resolution —... -
Page 42: Wireless Connections (Optional)
Wireless connections (optional) By connecting 1 or 2 units of the optional Panasonic wireless system SH-FX70 with 2 or 4 additional speakers, it is possible to change this unit into a 4.1 ch or 6.1 ch home theater system. This system's surround sound effect settings will change ( 15) and it is possible to listen to the true, original surround audio signals of the playback contents. -
Page 43: Speaker Installation Options
Making the wireless link Turn on the wireless system. Turn on the additional wireless system. Wireless unit on/off button [POWER C I, B Í] While pressing [5/9] on the main unit, press the Use this button to turn the unit on and off. numbered button [3] on the remote control until “P”... -
Page 44: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to “Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)” on page 54 if you reside in the U.S.A.and Puerto Rico, or refer to “Product information”... - Page 45 Displays Page ≥Change “FL Display” in the Setup menu. The display is dim. ≥The displayed play time is converted from the number of frames at 29.97 frames (equal to The elapsed time displayed is — 0.999 seconds) to one second. There will be a slight difference between the time displayed actually less than the play time.
- Page 46 Troubleshooting guide Sound Page ≥Turn the volume up. No sound. ≥Turn the muting off. Low volume. ≥Check connections to speakers and other equipment. 8 to 11 Distorted sound. ≥Select the corresponding source. Cannot hear the desired audio ≥Press [AUDIO] to select the audio. type.
- Page 47 When other Panasonic products respond to this remote control Change the remote control code on this unit and the remote control (the two must match) if you place other Panasonic products close together. When the following indicator appears on the 1) Press [BD/SD] to select “BD/DVD”.
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Page 48: Messages
Messages The following messages or service numbers appear on the TV or unit’s display when something unusual is detected during startup and use. On the TV Page ≥You inserted an incompatible disc (Discs recorded in PAL video, etc.). Cannot play. 39, 40 ≥You tried to play a non-compatible image. -
Page 49: Frequently Asked Questions
– Play back JPEG data recorded with a digital camera etc. — available on the SD card slot on this – Play back AVCHD motion pictures recorded with Panasonic High Definition Video Camera — unit? – Play back MPEG-2 motion pictures recorded with Panasonic Standard Definition Video Camera —... -
Page 50: Language Code List
Panasonic Corporation. EZ Sync™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. SDHC Logo is a trademark. Portions of this product are protected under copyright law and are provided under license by ARIS/SOLANA/4C. -
Page 51: Glossary
Glossary AVCHD DTS-HD High Resolution Audio This is a signal format achieved by improving the previous DTS, AVCHD is a new format (standard) for high definition video cameras that can be used to record and play high-resolution HD images. DTS-ES and DTS 96/24 formats. It is compatible with sampling frequency 96 kHz/48 kHz. - Page 52 P4HD (Pixel Precision Progressive Processing for HD) In one high definition image, 1080 (1125) alternating scan lines pass to This is a processor which makes use of an exclusive Panasonic create an interlaced image. Because 1080i (1125i) more than doubles algorithm.
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Page 53: Specifications
Specifications SPEAKER SECTION DISC SECTION ∫ Front speakers SB-HFX70 Playable disc: BD-Video Type 2 way, 3 speaker system (Bass reflex) BD-ROM: Version 2 Speaker unit(s) z) Cone type (Bamboo) BD-RE: Version 3 (Single Layer, Dual Layer), JPEG* Woofer Front 6.5 cm (2 z) Cone type BD-R Version 2 (Single Layer, Dual Layer) -
Page 54: Limited Warranty (Only For U.s.a. And Puerto Rico)
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: npcparts@us.panasonic.com... -
Page 55: Limited Warranty (Only For Canada)
Panasonic Canada Inc. PANASONIC PRODUCT—LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase. -
Page 56: Index
P4HD ......52 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Panasonic Canada Inc. Company, Division of Panasonic 5770 Ambler Drive Corporation of North America...