Broadband network connection
The following services can be used when this unit is connected to broadband.
≥Firmware can be updated (B right) ≥You can enjoy the
Internet
Back of the unit
Straight LAN cable (not included)
Broadband router, etc.
Telecommunications equipment (modem, etc.)
≥Use shielded LAN cables when connecting to peripheral devices. ≥With installation where your broadband modem is connected
directly to your PC, a router must be installed. ≥Use a router that supports
≥In case all available connection on your router is being used, a hub
or switch can be installed to provide additional connections. ≥When operating the VIERA CAST, use
no less than 1.5 Mbps for SD (Standard Definition) and 6 Mbps for HD (High Definition) picture quality by your local broadband company.
–If using slow Internet connection, the video may not be displayed correctly.
≥After physically connecting this unit to your broadband connection, some configuration is required. (> 17)
≥Inserting any cable other than a LAN cable in the LAN terminal can damage the unit.
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Firmware updates
Occasionally, Panasonic releases firmware updates for this BD Player. Firmware is embedded software that controls this unit’s microprocessor. These updates may add or improve a feature of this unit. Firmware updates may also be released to correct operating irregularities that are discovered with certain movies. These updates are available at no charge.
Automatically check the firmware
This unit is capable of auto firmware check if it is connected to the Internet via a broadband connection.
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/
YesNo
≥If “Yes” is selected, then follow the
(B below)
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 was 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 the power off and/or press any buttons.
≥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.
≥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”. (> 36)
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 “Others” 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].
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
http://panasonic.net/support/ (This site is in English only.)
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