DMP BD 85 Viera cast problems and settings questions - Blu-ray Forum

JOE.G · 03-15-2011, 11:55 AM

Ok It says I am connected and i was able to update firmware but it wont allow me to get to the internet for netflix or anything, I hit the viera cast button and I get cant connect message.

Panny says I need ports open But TWC wont open then for me ( its there router) any ideas? Thanks

Hi can I get some set up help.

1. Under Video there advanced settings there is there is chroma process I have advanced is that good?

2. What about Detail Clarity?

3. HDMI Color Mode its YCBCR 4 4 4 now what should it be?

Its hooked to a 1080 p Sammy Plasma.

Also should 24 P selected?

How should the other settings be set, such as HDMI levels and Black levels and what not? Picture detail normal or fine and so on?

Aquaman · 03-15-2011, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by JOE.G

Ok It says I am connected and i was able to update firmware but it wont allow me to get to the internet for netflix or anything, I hit the viera cast button and I get cant connect message.

Panny says I need ports open But TWC wont open then for me ( its there router) any ideas? Thanks

I have this same player and may be able to help you.

Are you able to attach an ethernet cable from your modem or router directly to the player to test for certain functionalities? I'm asking because it could be a problem with the wireless connection or specifically with Viera Cast.

JOE.G · 03-15-2011, 07:09 PM

I would need a very long cable.

Aquaman · 03-15-2011, 09:34 PM

Well can you temporarily move the player over by the modem/router and attach it to a smaller TV for testing?

JOE.G · 03-15-2011, 10:39 PM

I Only have big tv's I can try and get a small tv's, What do i do if i am able to get it hooked up.

Aquaman · 03-15-2011, 11:26 PM

You would then attach the ethernet cable, reboot your router and/or modem and set-up the player in the wired network mode (not wireless mode). It will acquire the IP address and self-test the connection. If everything is "Pass" (ok) then you try to access Viera Cast.

Then we discuss further depending on what happens.

By the way, what is your Internet situation? Do you have cable Internet, or DSL, or what? Are you using a router?

JOE.G · 03-16-2011, 12:28 AM

Cable and I am useing a Router Modem combo given to me by my Provider, They wont change any settings on the router nor will they let me have any access. Panasonic says its a Port issue. Right now the player says it is connected and passes all the tests, I was even able to update the firmware.

Aquaman · 03-16-2011, 12:42 AM

I would still try the wired test.

In the meantime, have you tried power-cycling the modem and router and then again set-up the player connection?

Another thing to try: Instead of pressing the Viera Cast button, try working from the on screen menu where it says "Network". Highlight that and then press "OK". It's another way to get to Viera Cast.

JOE.G · 03-16-2011, 01:17 AM

Yes I have tried the Reset router, Ill try the network to vierra cast way tom. Please keep the ideas coming.

Aquaman · 03-16-2011, 01:26 AM

Try power-cycling (literally removing the electrical plug from the outlet) both the router and the modem.

Aquaman · 03-16-2011, 02:10 PM

I had a thought that maybe you could use your computer monitor to do a wired test on your player. Does your monitor accept HDMI or video input?

JOE.G · 03-17-2011, 01:46 AM

Computer just has the Standard outputs, I also did unplug both modem and router no luck.

JOE.G · 03-25-2011, 01:05 AM

I am able to stream NetFlix on my Laptops PS3 and the wii also wireless. I still can not on the BD 85.

Aquaman · 03-25-2011, 02:42 AM

Look here for a long list of FAQs that are specific for this model. You might find something in there.

Also check this...

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DHCP connection should be set to ON.

From Home Menu select Setup > Player settings > Network > Network Settings > IP Address/DNS Settings > IP Address Auto Configuration (DHCP) > Select "ON".

No luck yet getting or borrowing a small TV to test the unit with a wired connection?

Is the firmware version displayed in the Menu the latest version which is 1.56?

JOE.G · 03-25-2011, 11:15 PM

Where do I find the DHCP Settings?

And no havent been able to get a tv close enough to try a direct conection.

Aquaman · 03-25-2011, 11:41 PM

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Originally Posted by JOE.G

Where do I find the DHCP Settings?

The instructions on how to get to it are in post #14.

JOE.G · 03-26-2011, 11:05 AM

Sorry about that no sure how I overlooked that.

JOE.G · 03-26-2011, 01:27 PM

Ok, DCHP is turned on in all three spots in the menu.

It Passes all the tests, the firmware is 1.56 and the wireless module is 1.50.

I have to reenter the My Wep code everytime I shut the system off and restart.

Inthe page the pops up sayin its connected there is a note that says your Lan Security is low.

Aquaman · 03-26-2011, 04:38 PM

I presume that you are still unable to connect to Viera Cast, right?

I'm reaching the ends of my ability to help you. I don't use wireless with my player and the many details of a successful wireless connection and the settings for it are mostly foreign to me. For this I can only help in the most general ways.

I strongly suggest that you slowly and methodically go through all of those FAQs which I linked for you. Many of those are for solving the specific problem of not being able to connect with Viera Cast in a wireless situation.

Were you ever able to connect with Viera Cast, or not at all since you got the player?

JOE.G · 03-26-2011, 04:41 PM

I have never been able to connect. I have gone though most of them I can try again. I just dont understand what the problem is. Is ia annoying.

On the FAQ page # 10 and # 20, Any tips on trying these?

03-26-2011, 04:41 PM	#20
JOE.G Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:NY	I have never been able to connect. I have gone though most of them I can try again. I just dont understand what the problem is. Is ia annoying. On the FAQ page # 10 and # 20, Any tips on trying these? Last edited by JOE.G; 03-26-2011 at 04:48 PM.

03-15-2011, 11:55 AM	#1
JOE.G Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:NY	DMP BD 85 Viera cast problems and settings questions Ok It says I am connected and i was able to update firmware but it wont allow me to get to the internet for netflix or anything, I hit the viera cast button and I get cant connect message. Panny says I need ports open But TWC wont open then for me ( its there router) any ideas? Thanks Hi can I get some set up help. 1. Under Video there advanced settings there is there is chroma process I have advanced is that good? 2. What about Detail Clarity? 3. HDMI Color Mode its YCBCR 4 4 4 now what should it be? Its hooked to a 1080 p Sammy Plasma. Also should 24 P selected? How should the other settings be set, such as HDMI levels and Black levels and what not? Picture detail normal or fine and so on?

03-15-2011, 07:09 PM	#3
JOE.G Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:NY	I would need a very long cable.

03-15-2011, 09:34 PM	#4
Aquaman Member Member since:May 2010	Well can you temporarily move the player over by the modem/router and attach it to a smaller TV for testing?

03-15-2011, 10:39 PM	#5
JOE.G Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:NY	I Only have big tv's I can try and get a small tv's, What do i do if i am able to get it hooked up.

03-15-2011, 11:26 PM	#6
Aquaman Member Member since:May 2010	You would then attach the ethernet cable, reboot your router and/or modem and set-up the player in the wired network mode (not wireless mode). It will acquire the IP address and self-test the connection. If everything is "Pass" (ok) then you try to access Viera Cast. Then we discuss further depending on what happens. By the way, what is your Internet situation? Do you have cable Internet, or DSL, or what? Are you using a router?

03-16-2011, 12:28 AM	#7
JOE.G Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:NY	Cable and I am useing a Router Modem combo given to me by my Provider, They wont change any settings on the router nor will they let me have any access. Panasonic says its a Port issue. Right now the player says it is connected and passes all the tests, I was even able to update the firmware.

03-16-2011, 12:42 AM	#8
Aquaman Member Member since:May 2010	I would still try the wired test. In the meantime, have you tried power-cycling the modem and router and then again set-up the player connection? Another thing to try: Instead of pressing the Viera Cast button, try working from the on screen menu where it says "Network". Highlight that and then press "OK". It's another way to get to Viera Cast.

03-16-2011, 01:17 AM	#9
JOE.G Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:NY	Yes I have tried the Reset router, Ill try the network to vierra cast way tom. Please keep the ideas coming.

03-16-2011, 01:26 AM	#10
Aquaman Member Member since:May 2010	Try power-cycling (literally removing the electrical plug from the outlet) both the router and the modem.

03-16-2011, 02:10 PM	#11
Aquaman Member Member since:May 2010	I had a thought that maybe you could use your computer monitor to do a wired test on your player. Does your monitor accept HDMI or video input?

03-17-2011, 01:46 AM	#12
JOE.G Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:NY	Computer just has the Standard outputs, I also did unplug both modem and router no luck.

03-25-2011, 01:05 AM	#13
JOE.G Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:NY	I am able to stream NetFlix on my Laptops PS3 and the wii also wireless. I still can not on the BD 85.

03-25-2011, 11:15 PM	#15
JOE.G Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:NY	Where do I find the DHCP Settings? And no havent been able to get a tv close enough to try a direct conection.

03-26-2011, 11:05 AM	#17
JOE.G Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:NY	Sorry about that no sure how I overlooked that.

03-26-2011, 01:27 PM	#18
JOE.G Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:NY	Ok, DCHP is turned on in all three spots in the menu. It Passes all the tests, the firmware is 1.56 and the wireless module is 1.50. I have to reenter the My Wep code everytime I shut the system off and restart. Inthe page the pops up sayin its connected there is a note that says your Lan Security is low.

03-26-2011, 04:38 PM	#19
Aquaman Member Member since:May 2010	I presume that you are still unable to connect to Viera Cast, right? I'm reaching the ends of my ability to help you. I don't use wireless with my player and the many details of a successful wireless connection and the settings for it are mostly foreign to me. For this I can only help in the most general ways. I strongly suggest that you slowly and methodically go through all of those FAQs which I linked for you. Many of those are for solving the specific problem of not being able to connect with Viera Cast in a wireless situation. Were you ever able to connect with Viera Cast, or not at all since you got the player?

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