Panasonic SA-BT300PX User manual

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PSG0907004CE
A6
Blu-ray Disc Home Theater Sound System
Model No. SA-BT300PX
Vol.1
Product Color: (K)...Black Type
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE PAGE
1 Safety Precautions----------------------------------------------- 3
1.1. GENERAL GUIDELINES-------------------------------- 3
1.2. Before Use -------------------------------------------------- 3
1.3. Before Repair and Adjustment--------------------------4
1.4. Protection Circuitry ----------------------------------------4
1.5. Safety Parts Information----------------------------------5
Notes: These model’s BD Drive/Digital P.C.B.
Module are - RFKNBT300P.
Caution:
Pairing of BD Drive and Digital P.C.B. as “BD Drive/Digital P.C.B. Kit Assembly” have to be replaced
together. If the either BD Drive or Digital P.C.B. is changed, BD Drive unit has to be re-aligned. Because the
alignment data for BD Drive Unit is stored in Digital P.C.B.

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2Warning--------------------------------------------------------------6
2.1. Prevention of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
to Electrostatic Sensitive (ES) Devices---------------6
2.2. Precaution of Laser Diode-------------------------------7
2.3. Service caution based on Legal restrictions---------8
2.4. Handling Precautions for BD Drive--------------------9
3 Service Navigation----------------------------------------------10
3.1. Service Information--------------------------------------10
4 Specifications---------------------------------------------------- 11
5 Location of Controls and Components------------------13
5.1. Remote Control Key Button Operations------------13
5.2. Main Unit Key Button Operations --------------------14
5.3. Using BD-LIVE or BONUSVIEW in BD-Video ----15
5.4. Using the iPod --------------------------------------------16
5.5. Speaker Connections -----------------------------------18
5.6. Disc, SD Card and USB device Information-------19
5.7. About MP3 & JPEG files -------------------------------21
6 Operating Instructions ----------------------------------------22
6.1. Taking out the Disc from BD Drive Unit when
disc cannot be ejected by OPEN/CLOSE
button--------------------------------------------------------22
7 Self-Diagnosis and Special Mode Setting --------------23
7.1. Service Mode Summary Table------------------------23
7.2. Special Mode Setting------------------------------------26
7.3. Service Mode at glance --------------------------------28
7.4. Service Mode Table (Wireless - e.g. SH-FX70)---33
8 Service Fixture & Tools ---------------------------------------35
8.1. Service Tools and Equipment-------------------------35
9 Disassembly and Assembly Instructions---------------36
9.1. Disassembly Flow Chart--------------------------------37
9.2. Main Components and P.C.B. Locations-----------38
9.3. Disassembly of Top Cabinet---------------------------39
9.4. Disassembly of Voltage Selector P.C.B.------------39
9.5. Disassembly of Rear Panel----------------------------40
9.6. Disassembly of Front Panel Assembly -------------41
9.7. Disassembly of Panel & Power Button P.C.B. ----42
9.8. Disassembly of Setup Mic P.C.B. --------------------43
9.9. Disassembly of SD P.C.B. -----------------------------44
9.10. Disassembly of Tray Lid--------------------------------44
9.11. Disassembly of iPod P.C.B.----------------------------45
9.12. Disassembly of BD Drive-------------------------------46
9.13. Disassembly of Main P.C.B.---------------------------47
9.14. Disassembly of Digital P.C.B. -------------------------48
9.15. Disassembly of D-Amp P.C.B. ------------------------49
9.16. Replacement of Audio Amplifier Driver IC
(IC8001) ----------------------------------------------------50
9.17. Replacement of Audio Amplifier Driver IC
(IC8002) ----------------------------------------------------51
9.18. Replacement of Regulator Transistor (Q8026) ---53
9.19. Disassembly of AC Inlet P.C.B.-----------------------53
9.20. Disassembly of SMPS P.C.B.-------------------------54
9.21. Replacement of Switching Regulator IC
(IC5701) ----------------------------------------------------55
9.22. Replacement of Rectifier Diode (D5702)-----------55
9.23. Replacement of Regulator Diode (D5801)---------57
9.24. Replacement of Regulator Diode (D5802)---------57
9.25. Replacement of Regulator Diode (D5803)---------58
9.26. Disassembly of Wireless Adapter P.C.B.-----------59
9.27. Disassembly of Tuner P.C.B.--------------------------60
9.28. Disassembly of BD Drive-------------------------------60
10 Service Position-------------------------------------------------65
10.1. Checking & Servicing of Main P.C.B.--------------- 65
10.2. Checking & Servicing of SMPS P.C.B.------------- 66
10.3. Checking & Servicing of Digital P.C.B. ------------- 67
10.4. Checking and Servicing of D-Amp P.C.B. --------- 69
10.5. Caution for Replacing Parts--------------------------- 71
11 Voltage & Waveform Chart ---------------------------------- 72
11.1. Main P.C.B. (1/4)----------------------------------------- 72
11.2. Main P.C.B. (2/4)----------------------------------------- 73
11.3. Main P.C.B. (3/4)----------------------------------------- 74
11.4. Main P.C.B. (4/4)----------------------------------------- 75
11.5. Panel P.C.B. ---------------------------------------------- 76
11.6. D-Amp P.C.B. (1/2)-------------------------------------- 77
11.7. D-Amp P.C.B. (2/2)-------------------------------------- 78
11.8. Setup Mic P.C.B. ---------------------------------------- 78
11.9. SMPS P.C.B. --------------------------------------------- 79
11.10. Waveform Table------------------------------------------ 80
12 Illustration of ICs, Transistor and Diode---------------- 81
13 Block Diagram--------------------------------------------------- 83
13.1. System Control------------------------------------------- 83
13.2. Audio-------------------------------------------------------- 84
13.3. D-Amp------------------------------------------------------ 85
13.4. SMPS------------------------------------------------------- 86
14 Wiring Connection Diagram -------------------------------- 87
15 Schematic Diagram Notes----------------------------------- 89
16 Schematic Diagram-------------------------------------------- 91
16.1. Main Circuit------------------------------------------------ 91
16.2. Panel Circuit ---------------------------------------------- 99
16.3. Tuner, Power Button & Setup Mic Circuit---------100
16.4. SD, iPod & Wireless Adapter Circuit---------------101
16.5. D-Amp Circuit--------------------------------------------102
16.6. SMPS Circuit---------------------------------------------108
16.7. AC Inlet & Voltage Selector Circuit-----------------110
17 Printed Circuit Board----------------------------------------- 111
17.1. Main P.C.B.----------------------------------------------- 111
17.2. Tuner, Panel, Power Button, Setup Mic & SD
P.C.B.------------------------------------------------------113
17.3. iPod, Wireless Adapter, AC Inlet & Voltage
Selector P.C.B. ------------------------------------------114
17.4. D-Amp P.C.B.--------------------------------------------115
17.5. SMPS P.C.B.---------------------------------------------117
18 Terminal Function of ICs------------------------------------119
18.1. IC6001(C0HBB0000057): IC FL Driver-----------119
19 Exploded View and Replacement Parts List----------121
19.1. Exploded View and Mechanical Replacement
Part List ---------------------------------------------------121
19.2. Electrical Replacement Part List--------------------127

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1 Safety Precautions
1.1. GENERAL GUIDELINES
1. When servicing, observe the original lead dress. If a short circuit is found, replace all parts which have been overheated or
damaged by the short circuit.
2. After servicing, see to it that all the protective devices such as insulation barriers, insulation papers shields are properly
installed.
3. After servicing, carry out the following leakage current checks to prevent the customer from being exposed to shock hazards.
1.1.1. LEAKAGE CURRENT COLD CHECK
1. Unplug the AC cord and connect a jumper between the two prongs on the plug.
2. Measure the resistance value, with an ohmmeter, between the jumpered AC plug and each exposed metallic cabinet part on
the equipment such as screwheads, connectors, control shafts, etc. When the exposed metallic part has a return path to the
chassis, the reading should be between 1MΩand 5.2MΩ.
When the exposed metal does not have a return path to the chassis, the reading must be
1.1.2. LEAKAGE CURRENT HOT CHECK
1. Plug the AC cord directly into the AC outlet. Do not use an isolation transformer for this check.
2. Connect a 1.5kΩ, 10 watts resistor, in parallel with a 0.15µF capacitors, between each exposed metallic part on the set and a
good earth ground such as a water pipe, as shown in Figure 1.
3. Use an AC voltmeter, with 1000 ohms/volt or more sensitivity, to measure the potential across the resistor.
4. Check each exposed metallic part, and measure the voltage at each point.
5. Reverse the AC plug in the AC outlet and repeat each of the above measurements.
6. The potential at any point should not exceed 0.75 volts RMS. A leakage current tester (Simpson Model 229 or equivalent)
may be used to make the hot checks, leakage current must not exceed 1/2 milliamp. In case a measurement is outside of the
limits specified, there is a possibility of a shock hazard, and the equipment should be repaired and rechecked before it is
returned to the customer.
Figure 1
1.2. Before Use
Be sure to disconnect the mains cord before adjusting the voltage selector.
Use a minus(-) screwdriver to set the voltage selector (on the rear panel) to the voltage setting for the area in which the unit will be
used. (If the power supply in your area is 117V or 120V, set to the “117V or 120V” position.)
Note that this unit will be seriously damaged if this setting is not made correctly. (There is no voltage selector for some countries,
the correct voltage is already set.)

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1.3. Before Repair and Adjustment
Disconnect AC power to discharge unit AC Capacitors as such (C5700, C5701, C5702, C5703, C5704, C5705, C5706) through a
10 Ω, 10 W resistor to ground.
Caution:
DO NOT SHORT-CIRCUIT DIRECTLY (with a screwdriver blade, for instance), as this may destroy solid state devices.
After repairs are completed, restore power gradually using a variac, to avoid overcurrent.
Current consumption at AC 240 V, 50 Hz in NO SIGNAL mode volume minimal should be ~ 900 mA.
Current consumption at AC 110/127 V, 50/60 Hz in NO SIGNAL mode volume minimal should be ~ 900 mA.
1.3.1. Caution for fuse replacement
1.4. Protection Circuitry
The protection circuitry may have operated if either of the following conditions are noticed:
• No sound is heard when the power is turned on.
• Sound stops during a performance.
The function of this circuitry is to prevent circuitry damage if, for example, the positive and negative speaker connection wires are
“shorted”, or if speaker systems with an impedance less than the indicated rated impedance of the amplifier are used.
If this occurs, follow the procedure outlines below:
1. Turn off the power.
2. Determine the cause of the problem and correct it.
3. Turn on the power once again after one minute.
Note:
When the protection circuitry functions, the unit will not operate unless the power is first turned off and then on again.

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1.5. Safety Parts Information
Safety Parts List:
There are special components used in this equipment which are important for safety.
These parts are marked by ( ) in the Schematic Diagrams & Replacement Parts List. It is essential that these critical parts
should be replaced with manufacturer’s specified parts to prevent shock, fire or other hazards. Do not modify the original design
without permission of manufacturer.
Safety Ref. No. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks
25 RGR0392D-A1A REAR PANEL
41 RKMX0141-1K2 TOP CABINET
69 RFKNBT300P BD DRIVE / DIGITAL P.C.B MODULE (SANYO)
75 REE1510-1 RED WIRE (AC-SMPS)
76 REE1511-1 BLACK WIRE (AC-SMPS)
84 REE1518 WHITE WIRE (VOLTAGE SELECT-SMPS)
85 REE1517 BLUE WIRE (VOLTAGE SELECT-SMPS)
A2 K2CQ2CA00007 AC CORD
A3 RQT9508-1P O/I BOOK (En)
A10 K2DAYYY00002 AC PLUG ADAPTER
PCB8 REP4505E-J SMPS P.C.B (RTL)
PCB9 REP4505E-J AC INLET P.C.B (RTL)
PCB10 REP4505E-J VOLTAGE SELECTOR P.C.B (RTL)
PCB11 RFKB4550A-J DIGITAL P.C.B (RTL)
DZ5701 ERZV10V511CS ZNR
S5701 K0ABCA000007 SW VOLTAGE SELECTOR
L5701 ELF15N035AN LINE FILTER
L5702 ELF22V025A LINE FILTER
L5703 ELF22V025A LINE FILTER
T5701 ETS42BM1F6AC MAIN TRANSFORMER
T5751 ETS19AB2A6AG SUB TRANSFORMER
T7001 G4D1A0000117 SWITCHING TRANSFORMER
PC5702 B3PBA0000402 PHOTO COUPLER
PC5720 B3PBA0000402 PHOTO COUPLER
PC5799 B3PBA0000402 PHOTO COUPLER
RY701 K6B1AEA00003 RELAY
F1 K5D802BNA005 FUSE
F2 K5G162B00016 FUSE
IP7001 K5H7512A0010 PROTECTOR
TH5702 D4CAA5R10001 THERMISTOR
P5701 K2AA2B000017 AC INLET
C5700 F1BAF471A013 470pF
C5701 ECQU2A104MLC 0.1uF
C5702 ECQU2A104MLC 0.1uF
C5703 ECQU2A104MLC 0.1uF
C5704 F1BAF471A013 470pF
C5706 F1BAF471A013 470pF

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2Warning
2.1. Prevention of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) to Electrostatic Sensitive
(ES) Devices
Some semiconductor (solid state) devices can be damaged easily by static electricity. Such components commonly are called Elec-
trostatically Sensitive (ES) Devices. Examples of typical ES devices are integrated circuits and some field-effect transistors and
semiconductor “chip” components. The following techniques should be used to help reduce the incidence of component damage
caused by electrostatic discharge (ESD).
1. Immediately before handling any semiconductor component or semiconductor-equipped assembly, drain off any ESD on your
body by touching a known earth ground. Alternatively, obtain and wear a commercially available discharging ESD wrist strap,
which should be removed for potential shock reasons prior to applying power to the unit under test.
2. After removing an electrical assembly equipped with ES devices, place the assembly on a conductive surface such as alumi-
num foil, to prevent electrostatic charge buildup or exposure of the assembly.
3. Use only a grounded-tip soldering iron to solder or unsolder ES devices.
4. Use only an anti-static solder removal device. Some solder removal devices not classified as “anti-static (ESD protected)” can
generate electrical charge sufficient to damage ES devices.
5. Do not use freon-propelled chemicals. These can generate electrical charges sufficient to damage ES devices.
6. Do not remove a replacement ES device from its protective package until immediately before you are ready to install it. (Most
replacement ES devices are packaged with leads electrically shorted together by conductive foam, aluminum foil or compara-
ble conductive material).
7. Immediately before removing the protective material from the leads of a replacement ES device, touch the protective material
to the chassis or circuit assembly into which the device will be installed.
Caution:
Be sure no power is applied to the chassis or circuit, and observe all other safety precautions.
8. Minimize bodily motions when handling unpackaged replacement ES devices. (Otherwise harmless motion such as the
brushing together of your clothes fabric or the lifting of your foot from a carpeted floor can generate static electricity (ESD) suf-
ficient to damage an ES device).

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2.2. Precaution of Laser Diode
Caution:
This product utilizes a laser diode with the unit turned “on”, invisible laser radiation is emitted from the pickup lens.
Wavelength: 790 nm (CD)/405 nm (BD)
Maximum output radiation power from pickup: 100 µW/VDE
Laser radiation from the pickup unit is safety level, but be sure the followings:
1. Do not disassemble the pickup unit, since radiation from exposed laser diode is dangerous.
2. Do not adjust the variable resistor on the pickup unit. It was already adjusted.
3. Do not look at the focus lens using optical instruments.
4. Recommend not to look at pickup lens for a long time.

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2.3. Service caution based on Legal restrictions
2.3.1. General description about Lead Free Solder (PbF)
The lead free solder has been used in the mounting process of all electrical components on the printed circuit boards used for this
equipment in considering the globally environmental conservation.
The normal solder is the alloy of tin (Sn) and lead (Pb). On the other hand, the lead free solder is the alloy mainly consists of tin
(Sn), silver (Ag) and Copper (Cu), and the melting point of the lead free solder is higher approx.30 degrees C (86°F) more than that
of the normal solder.
Definition of PCB Lead Free Solder being used
Service caution for repair work using Lead Free Solder (PbF)
• The lead free solder has to be used when repairing the equipment for which the lead free solder is used.
(Definition: The letter of “PbF” is printed on the PCB using the lead free solder.)
• To put lead free solder, it should be well molten and mixed with the original lead free solder.
• Remove the remaining lead free solder on the PCB cleanly for soldering of the new IC.
• Since the melting point of the lead free solder is higher than that of the normal lead solder, it takes the longer time to melt the
lead free solder.
• Use the soldering iron (more than 70W) equipped with the temperature control after setting the temperature at 350±30 degrees
C (662±86°F).
Recommended Lead Free Solder (Service Parts Route.)
• The following 3 types of lead free solder are available through the service parts route.
RFKZ03D01K-----------(0.3mm 100g Reel)
RFKZ06D01K-----------(0.6mm 100g Reel)
RFKZ10D01K-----------(1.0mm 100g Reel)
Note
* Ingredient: tin (Sn), 96.5%, silver (Ag) 3.0%, Copper (Cu) 0.5%, Cobalt (Co) / Germanium (Ge) 0.1 to 0.3%
The letter of “PbF” is printed either foil side or components side on the PCB using the lead free solder.
(See right figure)

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2.4. Handling Precautions for BD Drive
The laser diode in the optical pickup unit may break down due to static electricity of clothes or human body. Special care must be
taken avoid caution to electrostatic breakdown when servicing and handling the laser diode in the traverse unit.
Figure 1
2.4.1. Grounding for electrostatic breakdown prevention
Some devices such as the DVD player use the optical pickup (laser diode) and the optical pickup will be damaged by static electric-
ity in the working environment. Proceed servicing works under the working environment where grounding works is completed.
2.4.1.1. Worktable grounding
1. Put a conductive material (sheet) or iron sheet on the area where the optical pickup is placed, and ground the sheet.
2.4.1.2. Human body grounding
1. Use the anti-static wrist strap to discharge the static electricity form your body.
Figure 2

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3 Service Navigation
3.1. Service Information
This service manual contains technical information which will allow service personnel’s to understand and service this model.
Please place orders using the parts list and not the drawing reference numbers.
If the circuit is changed or modified, this information will be followed by supplement service manual to be filed with the original ser-
vice manual.
• Micro-processor & EEPROM IC:
1) The following components are assembled part (with download firmware).
- Micro-processor IC, IC100 (BT300PX: RFKWMBT300PX)
- EEPROM IC, IC105 (BT300PX: RFKWMBT300PX)
• Speaker system
1) For information, please refer to original service manual,
- SB-BT300P9 (Order No. PSG0905053AE).
• Wireless system
1) This model supports wireless surround (SH-FX70GC).
2) For more information of wireless system, please refer to the original Service Manual, SH-FX70GC (Order No. PSG0902025CE).
• BD Drive / Digital P.C.B.
1) This service manual does not contain the following information, because of the impossibility of servicing at component level.
- Schematic Diagram, Block Diagram and P.C.B. layout of BDP/Digital P.C.B. Module.
- Parts List for individual parts of BDP/Digital P.C.B. Module.
- Exploded View and Parts List for individual parts of BDP/Digital P.C.B. Module.
2) The following category are recycle module part. Please send them to Central Repair Center.
- BDP/Digital P.C.B. Module (BT300PX: RFKNBT300PX)

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4 Specifications
Main unit SA-BT300PX
OGENERAL
Power supply: AC 110 V to 127 V,
AC 220 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
iPod Connector: DC OUT 5V 500mA Max
Power consumption: 120 W
Power consumption in standby mode: approx. 0.3 W
Dimensions (W×H×D): 430 mm×63 mm×327 mm
(16 15/16”X2 31/64”X12 59/
64”)
Mass: Approx 3.7 kg
Operating temperature range: 0 °C to +40 °C
Operating humidity range: 35 % to 80 % RH
(+37 °F to +104 °F)
(no condensation)
OAMPLIFIER SECTION
RMS TTL Power Output: 1250 W
Front Ch: 125 W per channel (3 Ω), 1 kHz, 10% THD
Surround Ch: 125 W per channel (3 Ω), 1 kHz, 10% THD
Surround Back Ch: 125 W per channel (3 Ω), 1 kHz, 10% THD
Center Ch: 250 W per channel (3 Ω), 1 kHz, 10% THD
Subwoofer Ch: 250 W per channel (3 Ω), 100 Hz, 10% THD
FTC Output Power: 600 W
Front Ch: 65 W per channel (3 Ω), 120Hz to 20 kHz, 1% THD
Surround Ch: 65 W per channel (3 Ω), 120Hz to 20 kHz, 1% THD
Surround Back Ch:
65 W per channel (3 Ω), 120Hz to 20 kHz, 1% THD
Center Ch: 105 W per channel (3 Ω), 120Hz to 20 kHz, 1% THD
Subwoofer Ch:
105 W per channel (3 Ω), 45Hz to 120 Hz, 1% THD
Audio input
AUX x1
Digital audio input
Optical digital input: x2
Sampling frequency: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
Audio Format: PCM, Dolby Digital
OFM/AM TUNER SECTION
Frequency Modulation (FM)
Frequency range: 87.9-107.9 MHz (200-kHz step)
87.5-108.0 MHz (100-kHz step)
Antenna terminals: 75 Ω(unbalanced)
Amplitude Modulation (AM)
Frequency range: 520 kHz - 1710 kHz (10-kHz step)
ONETWORK SECTION
Ethernet 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX (1 system)
ODISC SECTION
Playable disc:
BD-Video:BD-ROM Version 2
BD-RE: Version 3 (Single Layer, Dual Layer), JPEG*7
BD-R: Version 2 (Single Layer, Dual Layer)
DVD-RAM:
DVD Video Recording format, AVCHD format*8, JPEG*5
DVD-R/DVD-R DL:
DVD Video format*2, DVD-Video Recording format*2, AVCHD
format*2,8, JPEG*2, MP3
DVD-RW:
DVD Video format*2, DVD-Video Recording format*2, AVCHD
format*1,7
+R/+RW/+R DL:
Video*2, AVCHD format*2,8
DVD-Video:
DVD-Video format
CD-Audio:
CD-DA
CD-R/CD-RW:
CD-DA, JPEG*6, MP3
Optical Pick up System with 2 lenses
Wave length: 790 nm (CDs)/650 nm (DVDs)/
405 nm (BDs)
LASER Specification:
Class 1 LASER Product
Wave length: 790 nm (CDs)/650 nm (DVDs)/
405 nm (BDs)
Laser power:
No hazardous radiation is emitted with the safety protection
OSD CARD SECTION
SD card slot: Connector (1 system)
SD card:
SD Memory Card*3 formatted FAT12, FAT16,
FAT32*4,JPEG*5, AVCHD format*8, MPEG2
•Usable capacity will be less (SD Card)
OUSB DEVICE SECTION
USB slot: Connector (1 system)
USB Standard:USB 2.0 High
Speed MP3, JPEG*5
Format: FAT12, FAT16, FAT32
*2 Finalizing is necessary
*3 Include SDHC card
Include miniSD cards (need a miniSD Adaptor)
Include microSD cards (need a microSD Adaptor)
*4 Does not support long file name
*5 The total combined maximum number of recognizable picture
contents and folder: 3000 picture contents and 300 folders.
*6 The total combined maximum number of recognizable picture
contents and folder: 999 picture contents and 99 folders.
*7 The total combined maximum number of recognizable picture
contents and folder: 9999 picture contents and 300 folders.
*8 AVCHD format V1.0
OVIDEO SECTION
Signal system: NTSC
Video output
Output level: 1.0 Vp-p (75 Ω)
Output connector: Pin jack (1 system)
Component video output (1080i/720p/480p/480i)
Y output level: 1 Vp-p (75 Ω)
PBoutput level: 0.7 Vp-p (75 Ω)
PRoutput level: 0.7 Vp-p (75 Ω)
Output connector: Pin Jack (Y: green, PB: blue,
PR: Red) (1 system)
HDMI AV output
Output format:
480p (525p)/1080i (1125i)/720p (750p)/1080p(1125p)
Output connector: Type A (19 pin)
HDMITM:(V.1.3a with Deep Color, x.v.ColorTM, High Bit rate Audio)
HDAVI Control: This unit supports “HDAVI Control 4” function.

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Note:
1. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.
2. Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital spectrum
analyzer.
Solder:This model uses lead free solder (PbF).
Wireless Features:
This Model supports wireless surround (e.g:SH-FX70)
Refer to their respective original service manuals for *1.

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5 Location of Controls and Components
5.1. Remote Control Key Button Operations
Turn the unit on and off
Display Home screen of VIERA CAST
Select title numbers, etc./Enter numbers or characters
[CANCEL]: Cancel
Basic playback control buttons
Select preset radio stations
Select surround sound effects
Show Top menu/Direct Navigator
[OK]: Selection
Show OPTION menu
These buttons are used when;
Operating a BD-Video disc that includes Java
TM
applications
(BD-J). For more information about operating this kind of disc,
please read the instructions that came with the disc.
Displaying Title View and lbum View screens
Operating contents of VIERA CAST
Show Setup menu
/Select speaker channel
Show status messages
TV operation buttons
You can operate the TV through the unit s remote control.
[AV] : Switch the input select
VOL]: Adjust the TV volume
Adjust the volume of the main unit
Mute the sound
Select the source
[BD/SD]:Select disc drive or SD card drive
[iPod]:Select iPod as the source
[RADIO/EXT-IN]
:Select FM tuner, USB or external audio as
the source
Select radio stations manually
Set the sound mode
Show start menu
Show Pop-up menu
Return to previous screen
Select audio
Show on-screen menu/Set the sleep timer
CANCEL
RETURN
VOL
STOP
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
0
9
VOL
TV
AV
SEARCH
SKIP
SLOW
SKIP
PLAY
PAUSE
SEARCH
OK
BD/SD
iPod EXT-IN
MUTE
RADIO
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M
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S
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R
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M
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SOUND
SURROUND
OPTION
R G
Y
B
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SLEEP
- CH SELECT
SETUP STATUS
DISPLAY
AUDIO
abc def
jkl
mno
tuv
ghi
qrs
p
xyz
w
D
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R
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V
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[ ] : Turn the television on and off
[ , ]: Select preset radio station
[ ] ( ), [ ] ( ):Frame-by-frame
[ , , , ]: Menu selection
,
(The character buttons may be used when operating VIERA CAST
contents
(Only the [R] and [G] buttons).
This may not work properly with some models.

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5.2. Main Unit Key Button Operations
Standby/on switch ( )
Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa.
standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of
power.
Open or close the disc tray
SMART SETUP button
Stop
Start play
Disc tray
Connect iPod
SD card slot
Connect Auto speaker setup microphone
The indicator lights when there is surround sound effect.
Display
Select the source
BD/DVD SD IPOD FM AUX D-IN 1 D-IN 2
Dand USB on the unit display is not displayed when
the SD card or USB is not in the SD card slot or USB port.
Skip or slow-search play/Select the radio stations
Volume indicator
It is possible to set the indicator to turn on/off.
Adjust the volume of the main unit
When pulled hard, the volume knob may come off.
To prevent children from swallowing the volume knob, do
not pull off the volume knob.
Connect headphones (not included)
Remote control signal sensor
Cooling fan
SPEAKERS terminal
AUX (TV) terminal
This terminal can also be used for equipment other than the
TV.
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal
OPTICAL DIGITAL IN terminals
Terminal 1(TV) is designated for connection with the TV.
Terminal 2(STB) can be used for connection with devices
other than the STB.
Radio antenna terminal
Digital transmitter dock
LAN port
HDMI AV OUT terminal
VIDEO OUT terminal
SMART SETUP
Dock for iPod
OPEN CLOSE
VOLUME
SURROUND OUTPUT
TUNE
SELECTOR
SETUP MIC
SD CARD
Dock for iPod
1
76
12
23 4 5
8 9 10 13
11 15
14 1716
Pull open.
Rear panel terminals
1
2
1
3
4
5
6
8
AC Voltage Selector
7
10
11
12
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
In
AC IN terminal (The terminal is not polarized)
9
SPEAKERS
FM ANT ANT
EXT
LOOP
AM
75
CENTER
333
WOOFER
SUB-
FRONT
GNDANTLOOP
3
SURROUND
3
SURROUND BACK
AC IN
65214387
RLRLRL
L
R
AUX(TV)
TRANSMITTER
DIGITAL
AV OUT
)
(
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
Y
PR
PB
OPTICAL
2(STB) 1(TV)
DIGITAL IN
+
-
110
127V 220 240V
TRANSMITTER
DIGITA L
PUSH PUSH
VOLT ADJ
1
11
23 4 5
910
6
712 8

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5.3. Using BD-LIVE or BONUSVIEW in BD-Video

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5.4. Using the iPod
You can enjoy iPod music through this unit s speakers or view iPod videos/photos on the TV.
Preparation
To view photos/videos from the iPod
Ensure the video connection to the VIDEO OUT terminal on this unit
Operate the iPod menu to make the appropriate photo/video output settings for your TV. (Refer to operating instructions of
your iPod.)
To display the picture, turn on the TV and select the appropriate video input mode.
Before connecting/disconnecting the iPod, turn the main unit off or reduce the volume of the main unit to its minimum.
While an iPod is connected
Do not push the Dock for iPod. Do not push or pull your iPod back and forth with great force.
Compatible iPod
iPod Connection
1
2
Open the Dock for iPod.
Hold the dock when connecting/disconnecting the iPod.
About dock adapter
Attach the dock adapter which should be
supplied with your iPod to the dock for the
stable use of the iPod.
If you need an adapter, consult your iPod
dealer.
About recharging the battery
iPod will start recharging regardless of
whether this unit is on or off.
will be shownon the main unit s
display during iPod charging in main unit
standby mode.
Check iPod to see if the battery is fully
recharged.
If you are not using iPod for an extended
period of time after recharging has
completed, disconnect it from main unit,
as the battery will be depleted naturally.
(Once fully recharged, additional
recharging will not occur.)
Connect the iPod (not included) firmly.
Recharging starts when the iPod is inserted.
Main unit
iPod
Pull out
Dock for iPod
Dock adapter
(not included)
NOTE
DO NOT DO NOT
Compatibility depends on the software
version of your iPod.
Audio/video cannot be recorded or
transmitted to iPods via this system.
Panasonic makes no warranty for iPod
data management.
For more information, refer to the
operating instructions for iPod.
The contents of the operating
instructions and those displayed on
iPod may differ partially, but this will not
fundamentally affect use of playback.
To use the iPod touch features
1
Press the Home button on the iPod
touch.
2
Select the iPod touch features on the
touch screen to operate.
iPod classi
Name Memory size
iPod touch 2nd generation 8 GB, 16 GB,
32 GB
iPod nano 4th generation (video) 8 GB, 16 GB
iPod classic 120 GB
iPod touch 1st generation 8 GB, 16 GB,
32 GB
iPod nano 3rd generation (video) 4 GB, 8 GB
iPod classic 80 GB, 160 GB
iPod nano 2nd generation (aluminum) 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB
iPod 5th generation (video) 60 GB, 80 GB
iPod 5th generation (video) 30 GB
iPod nano 1st generation 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB
iPod 4th generation (colour display) 40 GB, 60 GB
iPod 4th generation (colour display) 20 GB, 30 GB
iPod 4th generation 40 GB
iPod 4th generation 20 GB
iPod mini 4 GB, 6 GB
TIPS
NOTE

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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.
1Press [iPod] to select IPOD .
The iPod automatically switches to this unit s display mode.
To switch the menu, press [STATUS] several times.
Music menu Video menu
iPod menu (iPod LCD)
Mor Ois displayed on the main unit.
When playing back video contents, ensure the video
connection to the VIDEO OUT terminal on this unit
and switch the TV input to video in.
2Press [ , ] to select an item and press [OK].
Play starts from the selected song or video.
To display the previous or next page
Press [ , ].
Press [RETURN] to return to the previous screen.
Clear/display iPod Music or Video menu during
playback.
Press [TOP MENU/DIRECT NAVIGATOR].
You can also play music and video using SIMPLE mode.
1Press [iPod] to select IPOD .
2Press [STATUS] several times to select the iPod
menu (iPod LCD).
ALL is displayed on the main unit.
Proceed operations through iPod display.
3Switch the TV input to video in.
Ensure the video connection to the VIDEO OUT terminal
on this unit
4Play a slideshow on your iPod.
The picture will be displayed on your TV.
You can use the remote control to operate the iPod menu.
[ , ]: To navigate menu items
[OK]: To go to the next menu.
[RETURN]:To return to the previous menu.
The remote control operation may vary between iPod models.
While in MUSIC or VIDEOS mode, it is possible to select
the following playback modes.
*1For music playback only.
Press [START].
Press [ , ] to select Menu and then press
[OK].
Press [ , ] to select Play Mode and then
press [OK].
Press [ , ] to select an item and press [OK].
Press [ , ] to select the setting and press
[OK].
While playing music or video it is possible to use the following
buttons of the remote control.
Use the controls on the iPod unit during photo playback.
iPod Playback
Enjoy music/video (EXTENDED mode)
If the Video menu (EXTENDED mode) is accessed,
the video shuffle playback mode on the iPod is set
to Off when the iPod is disconnected from the
unit.
Enjoy photos (SIMPLE mode)
MusiciPod
RETURN
OK
Playlists
Artists
Albums
Songs
Podcasts
Audiobooks
e.g., mus
i
c ma
i
n menu screen
iPod
Ronaldo
2:43
Good morning
45 of 1230
Happy days
Shuffle (Albums)
Repeat (All)
Playback condition
Song
Album
Playing position
Playback mode
Artist
e.g., music playback screen
NOTE
Other methods of playback
Items Selection/playback method
Play Mode Shuffle*1
Off: Cancel
Songs: Play all songs on iPod in
random order.
Albums: Play all songs on album in
random order.
Repeat
Off: Cancel
One: Play a single song/video
repeatedly.
All: Play all songs/videos from
selected items (e.g., Playlists,
Albums, etc.) repeatedly.
Playback modes during and after connection.
Music playback modes set on the iPod will be
maintained when connected to the main unit.
Changes made while the iPod is connected to the
main unit be kept on the iPod after disconnecting it.
If the Video menu (EXTENDED mode) is accessed,
the video shuffle playback mode on the iPod is set
to Owhen the iPod is disconnected from the unit.
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
Basic controls
Buttons Functions
[ PLAY] Play
[ STOP] Pause
Press [ PLAY] to restart play.
Playback start position may not be
stored in memory in certain cases.
[ PAUSE]
[SKIP: ,
SKIP ] Skip
(Press and hold)
[SEARCH ,
SEARCH ]
Search
NOTE
TIPS
1
2
3
4
5

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5.5. Speaker Connections
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5.6. Disc, SD Card and USB device Information
5.6.1. Disc Playability (Media)
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.
This chart shows the different type of discs recorded with other devices that you can use.
This mark means you must finalize the disc with the DVD recorder, etc. before playback. For details about
finalizing, refer to the operating instructions for your equipment.
Packaged discs
Type of
media/Logo Features
Indicated as
Type of
media/Logo Features
Indicated as
BD-Video
High Definition (HD)
movie and music discs
Discs supporting
BD-Live (BD-ROM
Profile 2) that allows
interactive functions
to be used when this
unit is connected to
the Internet in
addition to the
BONUSVIEW
function.
Discs supporting
BONUSVIEW
(BD-ROM Profile 1
version 1.1/Final
StandardProfile)that
allows
Picture-in-Picture
functions to be used.
BD-V DVD-Video High quality movie
and music discs
DVD-V
CD
Compact Discs (CDs)
that contain audio and
music
Operationandsound
quality of CDs that
do not conform to
CD-DA
specifications (copy
control CDs, etc.)
cannot be
guaranteed.
CD
Recorded discs
Finalized
Type of
media/Logo Formats
Indicated as
Type of
media/Logo Formats
Indicated as
BD-RE
Version 3 of the
BD-RE Recording
Format
JPEG format
BD-V
JPEG
DVD-R DL
DVD-Video Format
Version 1.2 of the
DVD Video
Recording Format
MP3 format
JPEG format
AVCHD format
DVD-V
DVD-VR
MP3
JPEG
AVCHD
BD-R
Version 2 of the
BD-R Recording
Format
BD-V
R/r
r
RW/
RDL
+VR (+R/+RW Video
Recording) Format
AVCHD format
DVD-V
AVCHD
DVD-RAM
Version 1.1 of the
DVD Video
Recording Format
JPEG format
AVCHD format
DVD-VR
JPEG
AVCHD
CD-R/RW
CD-DA format
MP3 format
JPEG format
CD
MP3
JPEG
DVD-R/RW
DVD-Video Format
Version 1.1 of the
DVD Video
Recording Format
MP3 format
(DVD-RW is not
supported)
JPEG format
(DVD-RW is not
supported)
AVCHD format
DVD-V
DVD-VR
MP3
JPEG
AVCHD
It may not be possible to play the above discs in some
cases due to the type of discs, the condition of the
recording, the recording method and how the files were
created.
When a disc recorded in the AVCHD format is being
played, the video may be paused for a few seconds at
portions spliced, due to deletion or editing.
Finalized
Finalized
Finalized
Finalized

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This chart shows the different type of cards recorded with other devices that you can use.
Including miniSD Card and microSD Card
In these operating instructions, the cards shown in the table
(above) are comprehensively called SD cards.
A miniSD Card and a microSD Card must be used
with the attached adaptor that comes with the card.
When using from 4 GB to 32 GB SD cards, only SD
cards that display the SDHC logo can be used.
This unit is compatible with SD Memory Cards that
meet SD Card Specifications FAT12 and FAT16
formats, as well as SDHC Memory Cards in FAT32 format.
Useable memory is slightly less than the card capacity.
If the SD card is formatted on a PC, you may not be able to
use it on this unit.
We recommend using a Panasonic SD card.
Please confirm the latest information on the following
website.
http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs
(This site is in English only.)
Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent
swallowing.
When a card recorded in the AVCHD format is being played,
the video may be paused for a few seconds at portions
spliced, due to deletion or edition.
Switch the write-protect switch to the LOCK position to
protect the content from accidental erasure.
This unit can playback pictures by connecting the USB memory recorded with a PC or similar in following formats, and
digital cameras connected via USB cable.
Compatible USB devices
USB devices which are defined as USB mass storage class.
USB devices that support USB 1.0/1.1 and USB 2.0 Full
Speed/High Speed.
USB devices of up to 128 GB can be used.
USB devices that support bulk only transfer.
CBI (Control/Bulk/Interrupt) is not supported.
Digital Cameras which require additional programme
installation when connected to a PC are not supported.
MTP (Media Transport Protocol) device is not supported.
A multi-port USB card reader is not supported.
File system
FAT12, FAT16 and FAT32 file systems are supported.
UDF/NTFS/exFAT file system is not supported.
Depending on the sector size, some files may not work.
Only the first partition on USB devices with multi-partition is
supported.
Despite meeting the conditions mentioned above, there may
be USB device that cannot be used with this unit.
This unit does not support USB device charging.
Many BD-Video movie contents are recorded in 24 frames/second in accordance with the film materials. However, they will
normally be output in 60 frames/second in accordance with the display format.
These can be output in 24p as the original. Therefore, high-quality video can be enjoyed with improved clarity, enhanced
perspective, etc.
NECESSARY CONNECTIONS
Connect to a TV supporting 1080/24p input via an HDMI cable.
NECESSARY SETTINGS
24p Output :On
SD cards
Type of media Formats Indicated as
SD Memory Card*
(from 8 MB to 2 GB)
SDHC Memory Card
(from 4 GB to 32 GB)
JPEG format
AVCHD
format
MPEG2
format
JPEG
AVCHD
MPEG2
ADAPTER
USB device
Type of media Formats Indicated as
USB device MP3 format
JPEG format MP3
JPEG
Regarding 24p output BD-V
Discs that cannot be played
BD-RE with the cartridge
2.6 GB and 5.2 GB DVD-RAM
3.95 GB and 4.7 GB DVD-R for Authoring
DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from their cartridges
Version 1.0 of DVD-RW
DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, SACD, Photo CD, MV-Disc and
PD
DVD-Audio
Video CD and SVCD
WMA discs
HD DVD
DivX discs
Other discs that are not specifically supported
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