Panasonic DMP-BD60GN Network connection, Firmware updating, Manually updating the firmware

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Network connection

The following services can be used when this unit is connected to

 

≥Use shielded LAN cables when connecting to peripheral

 

devices.

broadband.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NOTE

≥When operating the VIERA CAST, use high-speed internet

≥Firmware can be updated (

below)

 

 

 

 

service no less than 1.5 Mbps for SD (Standard Definition)

≥You can enjoy the BD-Live (

19)

 

 

 

 

 

and 6 Mbps for HD (High Definition) picture quality by your

≥You can enjoy the VIERA CAST ( 25)

 

 

 

local broadband company.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

– If using slow Internet connection, the video may not be

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

displayed correctly.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

≥After connecting to the Internet, perform necessary settings.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

( 14)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

≥Inserting any cable other than a LAN cable in the LAN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

terminal can damage the unit.

Internet

 

 

 

Back of the unit

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Straight LAN cable (not included)

Getting started

Telecommunications equipment (modem, etc.)

Hub or broadband router

≥When your communication equipment (modem), etc. has no broadband router functions: Connect a broadband router.

When your communication equipment (modem), etc. has broadband router functions but there are no vacant ports: Connect a hub.

≥Use a router that supports 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX.

Firmware updating

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When this unit remains connected to the Internet, it will automatically check for the latest firmware version when it is turned on.

When latest firmware version is available, the following screen is displayed. Select “Yes” or “No”.

Firmware Update

The latest firmware is available. Latest Online Version: x.x Current Installed Version: x.x

Do you want to start firmware update? For the update information, please visit the following website: http://panasonic.net/support/

Yes

No

≥If “Yes” is selected, then follow the on-screen instructions.

≥If “No” is selected, then manually update the firmware later. ( right)

After the latest firmware is downloaded, the system will be restarted and the firmware will be updated.

When the system is restarted, the screen display disappears and “START” is displayed on the unit’s display.

After the firmware is updated and the system is restarted, the following screen indicates that the firmware update has been completed.

The firmware has been updated.

Current Installed Version: x.x

OK

RETURN

≥During the update process, no other operations can be performed. Serious damage may occur if you turn off the unit and/or press any buttons.

NOTE

TIPS

≥Downloading will require several minutes. It may take longer or the Internet may not be connected depending on the connection environment. It is required that you use a broadband connection.

≥If downloading on this unit fails or this unit is not connected to the Internet, then you can download the latest firmware from the following website and burn it to a CD-R to

update the firmware. http://panasonic.net/support/ (This site is in English only.)

≥When the unit is connected to the Internet, communication charges may be generated.

≥If you do not want to check for the latest

firmware version when the unit is turned on, set “Automatic Update Check” to “Off”. ( 32)

Manually updating the firmware

If the firmware update is not carried out when the unit is turned on, a message is displayed when displaying the FUNCTIONS menu.

The latest firmware is available.

Please update firmware in Setup.

1)Press [SETUP].

2)Press [3, 4] to select “General” and press [OK].

3)Press [3, 4] to select “Firmware Update” and press [OK].

4)Press [3, 4] to select “Update Now” and press [OK].

5)Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [OK].

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Contents BD-VideoExample Region management informationDVD-Video ExampleFor Saudi Arabia How to replace the fuseThis Plug is not WATERPROOF-KEEP DRY. Before use ForAustraliaandNewZealandUnit and media care Safety precautionsTable of contents Using the remote control Accessory informationRemote control Audio/Video cable Batteries Batteries UsePackaged discs Media Disc, card and USB device informationRecorded discs USB device SD cardsDiscs that cannot be played Connecting to Hdmi AV OUT terminal Connecting to a televisionConnecting to Component Video OUT terminal ConnectionConnecting to 7.1ch Audio OUT terminal BD80 Connecting to Video OUT terminalConnecting to Digital Audio OUT terminal Connecting to 5.1ch Audio OUT terminal BD80Connecting AC mains lead Mains Lead on page 2 Before ConnectionStandby/on switch Í/I Switch on/off Secondary AudioControl reference guide Basic playback control buttonsSetting the television and amplifier/receiver operation Easy SettingFor amplifiers/receivers Firmware updating Network connectionInternet Back of the unit Straight LAN cable not included Manually updating the firmwareNetwork settings Testing of Proxy Server Settings Setting the connection speedSetting the proxy server Press 3, 4 to select Proxy AddressBasic operation Playing video contentsInserting or removing a media Skip Skip SLOW/SEARCH Search/Slow-motionStarting from a selected item OK Frame-by-framePlaying HD Video or SD Video Chapter playbackEnjoying BD-Live discs with Internet Enjoying BD-LIVE or Bonusview in BD-VideoAbout audio from audio output terminal Enjoying High Bit rate Audio and VideoRegarding 24p output Necessary Connections ≥HDMI AV OUT terminalInsert a disc or USB device Playing musicPress 3, 4 to select the track and press OK MP3 Playing a track in another folderPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the album and press OK Playing still picturesPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the still picture and press OK DVD-R/R DL, CD-R/RW, SD card, USB deviceUseful functions during still picture play Playing DivX videos Regarding DivX VOD contentDisplaying subtitles text Insert a disc or a USB deviceShowing Functions menu Enjoying Viera CasttmPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the item and press OK Press FunctionsOn-screen menu operations Changing settings with the on-screen menuWhat you can change with the on-screen menu Picture PlaySound Linked operations with the TV Easy control only with Viera remote controlWhat you can do with Hdavi Control Setup menu operations Changing the unit’s settingsSummary of settings Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the option and press OKDTS/DTS-HD DisplayTV/Device Connection General Network SettingsViera Cast Delay time ms0.0 Changing the speaker setting to suit your speakers BD80To finish the speaker setting Speaker presence and size L C R SW LS RS LB RBMP3 Jpeg About MP3/JPEG/DivX filesBD-RE/DVD-RAM Structure of folders that can play back on this unitOn the television MessagesOn the unit’s display To reset this unit Troubleshooting guidePower OperationTV screen and video DisplaysCard Hdmi connectionsOther difficulties with playback NetworkAvchd GlossaryBD-J DTS-HDSpecifications Index If you see this symbol

DMP-BD60GN, DMP-BD60GZ, DMP-BD80GN specifications

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