Panasonic DMP-B200 Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions

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Portable Blu-ray Disc™ Player

Model No. DMP-B200

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.

Region management information

BD-Video
This unit plays BD-Video marked with labels containing the region code “A” or “B”.

Region Code

For the United Kingdom, Ireland and Continental Europe “B”
For Asia “A”
For Australia and New Zealand “B”

DVD-Video

This unit plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number or

“ALL”.

Region Number

For the United Kingdom, Ireland and Continental Europe “2”
For Asia “3”
For Australia and New Zealand “4”

Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.

Example:For the United Kingdom,
Ireland and Continental Europe

Example:For the United Kingdom,
Ireland and Continental Europe

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Getting started

Caution for AC Mains

IMPORTANT SAFETY

Lead

(For the United Kingdom and Ireland)

For your safety, please read the following text carefully.

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your
safety and convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement
fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to
BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI mark Ì on the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is
refitted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement
cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer.

CAUTION!

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE
SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE
REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF
SAFELY.
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE
CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as stated
below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH
TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E, BY THE
EARTH SYMBOL Ó OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW.

THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF—KEEP DRY.

Before use

Remove the connector cover.

How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug
(figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the
instructions below.
Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.

1) Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

Figure A Figure B

Figure A Figure B

Fuse cover

Fuse cover

2) Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

Figure A Figure B

Fuse
(5 ampere)

Fuse
(5 ampere)

INSTRUCTIONS

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow
the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions
listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future
reference.

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.

9) Protect the AC mains lead from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the apparatus.

10) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

11) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for
long periods of time.

12) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such
as AC mains lead or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been
dropped.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR
PRODUCT DAMAGE,
≥ DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE,

DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED
WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE
APPARATUS.

≥ USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
≥ DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO

USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION!

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE
OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

CAUTION!

≥ DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE,

BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE.
ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK
OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO
OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER
MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.

≥ DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS

WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND
SIMILAR ITEMS.

≥ DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS

LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.

≥ DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY

FRIENDLY MANNER.

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CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only
with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.

AC adaptor

This AC adaptor operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V.
But
≥ Obtain a suitable plug adaptor if the plug does not fit the AC mains

socket.

This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile
telephones during use. If such interference is apparent, please
increase separation between the product and the mobile telephone.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily
accessible.
The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily
operable.
To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains,
disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC receptacle.

Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of units.

[For[Asia]

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN TROPICAL CLIMATES.

[For[the[United[Kingdom,[Ireland,]Continental[Europe,[Australia[and
[New[Zealand[

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES.

Batteries

1 Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)

≥ Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack.
≥ Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the

specified unit.

≥ Do not use the player outside if it is snowing or raining.

(The battery pack is not waterproof.)

≥ Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the

terminals.

≥ Do not touch the plug terminals (i and j) with metal objects.
≥ Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.
≥ Do not heat or expose to flame.
≥ Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to

direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and
windows closed.

2 Button-type battery (Lithium battery)

≥ Insert with poles aligned.
≥ Do not touch the terminals (i and j) with metal objects.
≥ Do not recharge, disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into

fire.

≥ Keep out of reach of children.
≥ Do not heat or expose to flame.
≥ Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to

direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and

windows closed.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or
clothes, wash it off thoroughly with water.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub
the eyes.
Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.

3 Disposing of the batteries

Check and follow your local regulations before disposal.

Warning

Keep the Button-Type battery out of the reach of children. Never put
Button-Type battery in mouth. If swallowed call your doctor.

WARNING

DRIVER MUST NOT OPERATE OR VIEW THIS UNIT WHILE
OPERATING THE VEHICLE.

Doing so will distract the driver and could cause a collision resulting
in serious injury or property damage.

Do not rest the unit on your lap for a long time while using it.
The unit can become hot and cause burns.

To prevent damage

Avoid the following:

≥ Spraying flammable insecticides near the unit.
≥ Pressing the LCD.
≥ Touching the lens and other parts of the laser pickup.

Do not use the unit in the following places:

≥ Sandy places such as beaches.
≥ On top of cushions, sofas, or hot equipment such as amplifiers.

Do not leave in an unventilated automobile or exposed to direct
sunlight and high temperatures.

Precautions for Listening with the Headphones or
Earphones

≥ Do not play your headphones or earphones at a high volume.

Hearing experts advise against continuous extended play.

≥ If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume or

discontinue use.

≥ Do not use while operating a motorized vehicle. It may create a

traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas.

≥ You should use extreme caution or temporarily discontinue use in

potentially hazardous situations.

≥ Even if your headphones or earphones are the open-air type

designed to let you hear outside sounds, don’t turn up the volume
so high that you can’t hear what’s around you.

≥ Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can

cause hearing loss.

≥ Listening at full volume for long periods may damage the user’s

ears. Be sure to use the supplied or recommended headphones or
earphones.

Getting started

Warning

Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble.
Do not heat the batteries above the following temperatures or
incinerate.

Button-type battery 100
Battery pack 60

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C

x

C

Notice about the rechargeable battery

The battery is designated recyclable.
Please follow your local recycling regulations.

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Table of contents

Getting started

Caution for AC Mains Lead .....................................2

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...................2

Accessories ..............................................................4

Firmware updates ....................................................5

Unit and media care .................................................5

Media (Disc and card) information .........................6

Overview ....................................................................... 8

Adjusting the LCD screen angle ........................... 10

Enjoying video in the back seat

with the Headrest Mounting Bracket ...................10

Preparing the Power Supply .................................12

Turning on/off the unit ...........................................14

Showing the FUNCTION MENU ............................14

Adjusting the pictures on the LCD screen ..........15

Loading the disc or SD card .................................15

Playback

Basic play (Playing video contents) .....................16

Enjoying picture-in-picture in BD-Video ..............20

Regarding DivX ......................................................21

Playing still pictures ..............................................22

Playing music .........................................................24

Using this unit with other equipment ...................25

Linked operations with the TV

(VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™”) .........................26

Accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when

asking for replacement parts.
(Product numbers correct as of January 2011. These may be
subject to change.)

∑ [For[the[United[Kingdom,[Ireland[and[Continental[Europe]

1 Remote control (N2QAJC000019)

[For[Australia,[New[Zealand[and[Asia]

∑

1 Remote control (N2QAJC000020)

∑ 1 Button-type battery for remote control

(for replacement > 9)

∑ 1 AC adaptor (RFEA219W)
∑

[For]the]United]Kingdom[and[Ireland]

1 AC mains lead (K2CT3CA00004)

[For[Continental[Europe[

∑

1 AC mains lead (K2CQ2CA00006)

[For[Australia[and[New[Zealand[

∑

1 AC mains lead (K2CJ2DA00008)

∑

[For]Asia]

2 AC mains leads

AC mains lead with a label is for Thailand.
(K2CP2CA00001)
AC mains lead without a label is for areas other than
Thailand. (K2CQ2CA00006)
≥ For use with this unit only. Do not use it with other

equipment. Also, do not use cords for other equipment
with this unit.

∑ 1 Car DC Adaptor (RFEC207P-AB)
∑ 1 Headrest Mounting Bracket (RXQ1820)
∑ 1 Rechargeable battery pack (DY-DB20)

Settings

Changing settings with the on-screen menu ......28

Changing the unit’s settings .................................30

Reference

About MP3/JPEG/DivX/

MKV/AVCHD/MPEG2 files .....................................34

Enjoying High Bit rate Audio ................................36

Indicators and screen messages .........................37

Troubleshooting guide ..........................................38

Specifications .........................................................42

Licenses ...................................................................... 43

Glossary ..................................................................44

[For]the]United]Kingdom[and[Ireland]

∫ Sales and Support Information

Customer Care Centre

≥ For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3852
≥ For customers within Ireland:

01 289 8333

≥ Visit our website for product information

panasonic.co.uk

www.

≥ E-mail: [e-mail]

Direct Sales at Panasonic UK

≥ For customers: 0844 844 3856
≥ Order accessory and consumable items for your product with

ease and confidence by phoning our Customer Care Centre
Monday–Thursday 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Friday 9:30 a.m.–
5:30 p.m. (Excluding public holidays)

≥ Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering

application at www.pas-europe.com

≥ Most major credit and debit cards accepted.
≥ All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are

provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd.

≥ It couldn’t be simpler!
≥ Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a

wide range of finished products, take a browse on our
website for further details.

.

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Firmware updates

DO

DO NOT

Occasionally, Panasonic may release firmware updates for this
unit that may add or improve the way a feature operates. These
updates are available free of charge.

You can download the latest firmware version from the website
“http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/” (This site is in English
only.).
After you burn the latest firmware to a CD-R disc, play the disc
in the unit and update the firmware.
Only when connecting the AC adaptor.

During the firmware update “DO NOT TURN OFF OR
UNPLUG THE UNIT OR OPEN THE DISC LID.”

≥ The [Í] and [CHARGE] indicators light while updating the

firmware and the indicators turn off when updating the
firmware is finished. (> 8)

≥ To check the version of the firmware on this unit, refer to

“System Information”. (> 33)

Unit and media care

Handling the unit

≥ Close the LCD screen when moving the unit.

Don’t hold by the LCD screen.

≥ The unit does not have magnetic shielding. Do not place the

unit near televisions, personal computers or other devices
easily influenced by magnetism. Do not keep this unit and
magnetized cards (bank cards, commuter passes, etc.) close
together.

≥ Do not place the unit with the LCD display-side down when

the screen is open.
Doing so may scratch the surface of the LCD and around the
LCD.

Maintenance

∫

To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.

≥ Use eyeglass cleaner to remove stubborn dirt from the LCD.
≥ Do not use a microfiber dust cloth on the LCD screen. Follow

the caution when wiping the outer casing.

≥ Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.
≥ Wiping the LCD and around the LCD with a hard cloth or

rubbing them strongly may scratch the surfaces.

∫ Maintenance of the lens

≥ Remove dust carefully with an air blower for camera lenses

(optional).

≥ Recommended product:

Lens cleaner kit (SZZP1038C) (Available from Panasonic
dealers.)

≥ You cannot use a CD type lens cleaner.
≥ Be careful not to touch the lens with your fingers.

To dispose or transfer this unit

The unit may keep the user settings information in the unit. If
you discard this unit either by disposal or transfer, then follow
the procedure to return all the settings to the factory presets to
delete the user settings. (> 38, “To return all settings to the
factory preset.”)
≥ The operation history may be recorded in the memory of this

unit.

Getting startedReference Settings Playback

Disc and card handling

∫ Clean discs

Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

∫ Disc and card handling precautions

≥ Handle discs by the edges to avoid inadvertent scratches or

fingerprints on the disc.

≥ Do not attach labels or stickers to discs (This may cause disc

warping, rendering it unusable).

≥ Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other

writing instrument.

≥ Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static

electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.

≥ Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.
≥ Clean any dust, water, or foreign matter from the terminals on

the rear side of the card.

≥ Do not use the following discs:

jDiscs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or

labels (rented discs etc).

jDiscs that are badly warped or cracked.
jIrregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes.

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Media (Disc and card)
information

Commercially sold 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

and logo

BD-Video

DVD-Video

Features

High Definition (HD) movie
and music discs

High quality movie and
music discs

Indicated

as

[BD-V]

User recorded media

This chart shows the different type of discs recorded with other
devices that you can use.

with the DVD recorder, etc. before playback. For details about
finalizing, refer to the operating instructions for your equipment.

Type of media

and logo

BD-RE

BD-R

This mark means you must finalize the disc

Formats

≥ Version 3 of the BD-RE

Recording Format

≥ JPEG format

≥ Version 2 of the BD-R

Recording Format

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≥ DivX

format

≥ MKV format

Indicated

as

[BD-V]

[JPEG]

[BD-V]

[DivX]
[MKV]

CD

Compact Discs (CD’s) that
contain audio and music
≥ Operation and sound

quality of CDs that do not
conform to CD-DA
specifications (copy
control CDs, etc.) cannot
be guaranteed.

[DVD-V]

[CD]

DVD-RAM

DVD-R/RW

DVD-R DL

rR/rRW/

rRDL

≥ Version 1.1 of the DVD

Video Recording Format

≥ JPEG format
≥ AVCHD format

≥ DVD-Video Format
≥ Version 1.1 of the DVD

Video Recording Format

≥ AVCHD format

®

format (DVD-RW is

≥ DivX

not supported)

≥ MKV format (DVD-RW is

not supported)

≥ MP3 format (DVD-RW is

not supported)

≥ JPEG format (DVD-RW is

not supported)

≥ DVD-Video Format
≥ Version 1.2 of the DVD

Video Recording Format

≥ AVCHD format

®

format

≥ DivX
≥ MKV format
≥ MP3 format
≥ JPEG format

≥rVR (rR/rRW Video

Recording) Format

≥ AVCHD format

[DVD-VR]

[JPEG]

[AVCHD]

[DVD-V]

[DVD-VR]

[AVCHD]

[DivX]

[MKV]

[MP3]

[JPEG]

[DVD-V]

[DVD-VR]

[AVCHD]

[DivX]
[MKV]
[MP3]

[JPEG]

[DVD-V]

[AVCHD]

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≥ CD-DA format

CD-R/RW

≥ 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.

≥ MP3 format
≥ JPEG format

®

format

≥ DivX
≥ MKV format

[CD]

[MP3]

[JPEG]

[DivX]
[MKV]

∫ BD-RE, BD-R

Discs recorded in DR mode using Panasonic Blu-ray Disc
recorders may not playback the audio etc., correctly.

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SD cards

ADAPTER

This chart shows the different type of cards recorded with other
devices that you can use.

Type of media* Formats Indicated as

SD Memory Card
(from 8 MB to 2 GB)
SDHC Memory Card
(from 4 GB to 32 GB)
SDXC Memory Card
(48 GB, 64 GB)

* Includes miniSD Card, microSD Card, microSDHC Card and

microSDXC Card
The card types mentioned above will be referred to as “SD
card” in these operating instructions.

≥ A miniSD Card, microSD Card,

microSDHC Card and microSDXC Card

must be used with the attached adaptor

that comes with the card.
≥ We recommend using a Panasonic SD

card.

Please confirm the latest information on

the following website.

http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/

(This site is in English only.)
≥ 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 (Does not support

long file name.) and SDXC Memory Cards in exFAT.
≥ If the SD card is used with incompatible computers or

devices, recorded contents may be erased due to the card

being formatted etc.
≥ When using cards from 4 GB to 32 GB, only SD cards using

the SDHC logo can be used.
≥ When using cards 48 GB and 64 GB, only SD cards using

the SDXC logo can be used.

≥ Useable memory may be 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.
≥ 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 momentarily pause, especially where one

recording ends and the next one begins. This is normal and

does not indicate a problem.
≥ Switch the write-protect switch to the “LOCK” position to

protect the content from accidental erasure.

≥ JPEG format
≥ AVCHD format
≥ MPEG-2 format

[JPEG]

[AVCHD]

[MPEG2]

Discs that cannot be played by
this unit

≥ 2.6 GB and 5.2 GB DVD-RAM
≥ DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from their cartridges
≥ 3.95 GB and 4.7 GB DVD-R for Authoring
≥ DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, +R, +R DL recorded on

another unit and not finalized

≥ BD-Video not containing a supported region code
≥ DVD-Video not containing a supported region number
≥ Version 1.0 of DVD-RW
≥ DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, CVD, SACD, Photo CD,

MV-Disc and PD

≥ DVD-Audio
≥ Video CD and SVCD
≥ WMA discs
≥ DivX Plus HD discs
≥ HD DVD
≥ Other discs that are not specifically supported

Getting started

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Overview

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21

23

19

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The Unit

Instructions for operations are generally described using the
remote control in these operating instructions.

Front View

1

2
3
4
5
6
7

8

DISC/SD RETURN

14 15 16 17 18

9
10

11
12

13

1 LCD screen
2 Speaker
3 Disc lid
4 Open the disc lid
5 Turn the unit on and off (> 14)
6[Í] indicator (> 12)

When the unit is connected to the AC mains supply, this
indicator lights up in standby mode and goes out when the
unit is turned on.

7 [CHARGE] indicator (> 12)

While recharging the battery pack, this indicator lights up.

8 Remote control signal sensor (> 9)
9 Change the screen settings (> 15)
10 Adjust the volume (> 16)
11 Show the OPTION menu
12 Selection/OK

≥ To select: Press up, down, left, or right ([3, 4, 2, 1])
≥ To enter: Press [OK]

13 Headphone terminal [Ë]

(‡ 3.5 mm stereo mini jack)

14 Switch the media to playback

It will switch every time it is pressed.

DISC SD

Rear View

15 Playback (> 16)
16 Stop (> 18)
17 Skip title numbers, etc. (> 18)
18 Return to previous screen
19 DC IN terminal (> 12)
20 HDMI AV OUT terminal (> 25)
21 SD card slot (> 15)
22 Exhaust opening

About the exhaust opening:

Do not block the exhaust opening on the side, or use in a
place that will block the exhaust opening.
The heat will build up internally, and may cause a fire or
deformation of the outer casing.

23 Battery pack (supplied)

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Remote control

ヷヰロ

ビ

ピ

ヒ

フ

ブ

プ

ヘ

ベ

パ

ペ

1

3

6

7

5

4

8

9

2

17

12

19

21

20

11

10

13

14

15
16

18

Bottom

Pull out while pressing here

_

facing up

Lithium battery: CR2025

Remote control
signal sensor

Within 30 degrees angle
either left or right

Within 20 degrees
angle either up or
down

Remote control transmitter

Within 7 m in front

1 Turn the unit on and off (> 14)
2 Switch the media to playback (> 16)
3 Basic operations for playback (> 16–18)
4 Use according to the instructions on the screen

[For[Australia,[New[Zealand[and[Asia]

It is displayed as “R”, “G”, “Y”, and “B” from the left.

5 Show Top menu/Direct Navigator (> 16)
6 Selection/OK, Frame-by-frame

≥ To select: Press up, down, left, or right ([3, 4, 2, 1])
≥ To enter: Press [OK]
≥ Frame forward / Frame backward:

(While paused) press left or right ([2;][;1])

7 Show the OPTION Menu
8 Select title numbers, etc./Enter numbers
9 Cancel the values that were entered
10 Mute the sound

Press again to clear

11 Adjust the volume (> 16)
12 Exit the menu screen
13 Show FUNCTION MENU (> 14)
14 Show Pop-up Menu (> 16)
15 Select audio (> 19)
16 Return to previous screen
17 Show on-screen menu (> 28)
18 Show Status messages (> 19)
19 Turn the unit off automatically (> 14)
20 Change the screen settings (> 15)
21 Change the Setup of this unit (> 30)

Getting started

∫ Insert the button-type battery (supplied)

1 Pull out the holder.

2 Insert the battery and return the holder.

∫ Range of use

The distance and angles are approximate.

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Adjusting the LCD screen







Headrest Mounting
Bracket (supplied)

Side view

If this space is larger than
3 cm, the unit could become
loose and cause injury in the
event of an accident etc.

DO

DO NOT

Enjoying video in the

angle





A Open the screen.
B Standard
C Free
D Compact

About the LCD screen

There may be 0.01 % or less chance of missing or constantly
turned on pixels, but this is not a malfunction.

back seat with the
Headrest Mounting
Bracket

≥ Do not leave the unit on a surface that may become hot

such as a dashboard. The unit is not heat-resistant so
may malfunction.

≥ DRIVER MUST NOT OPERATE OR VIEW THIS UNIT

WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE.

Doing so will distract the driver and could cause a collision
resulting in serious injury or property damage.

You can enjoy video in the back seat attaching the unit to the
back of the front seat.
≥ Please insert a disc or SD card before attaching the unit to

the headrest mounting bracket.

≥ Do not attach or detach the unit or the bracket while

the car is moving.

≥ Do not attach the unit in the following locations:

janywhere other than the back of the front seat
jwhere it can be viewed or operated by the driver
jwhere it interferes with the driver’s operation of the

vehicle

jwhere it interferes with the operation of an airbag

≥ Ensure that the bracket belt is securely fastened and

check the lock on the unit. Refer to installation
instructions.

In the event of an accident, sudden acceleration or
braking, the unit could become loose and cause injury or
property damage.

≥ Only use the Panasonic bracket supplied to attach the

unit to the car seat.

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1 Attach the headrest mounting bracket to the

front seat.

1 Adjust the headrest so there is an open space of about

3cm.

2 Attach the bracket to the seat so that the label side of the

bracket can be seen from the rear of the seat.

3 Close the buckle.

2 Adjust the LCD screen.



click!

30°

Use the LCD screen in the open
position as shown in the
illustration below to prevent
abnormal audio or damage
resulting from vibrations in the
car.
The angle of the LCD screen
can be adjusted up to about 30

o

.

Diagram of the
attached bracket
and unit

≥ The angle

of the

LCD

screen

may
shift while
driving due
to vibration,
etc.

23 cm or less In the event of an accident etc., the

unit could become loose and cause
injury.

DO DO NOT

Release button

Rotate the monitor backwards so the screen is facing out.
(> 10)

3 Attach the unit to the bracket.

1 While holding the unit with both hands, line up the unit just

below the protruding sections (A) on the bracket.

2 Press the unit down about 4 to 5 mm so that the

protrusions on the bracket fit into the holes on the bottom of
the unit.
≥ When correctly attached, you will hear a locking sound.

Getting started

≥ Depending on the type of headrest, you may not be able to

attach the bracket.

∫ Detach the unit from the bracket.



3 Fasten this unit by tightening the screw at the bottom of the

bracket.

4 Adjust the belt until it fits tightly around the headrest.

≥ Please check the following points before use.

jThe bracket is securely fastened to the unit.
jThe unit is not loose and cannot be lifted upwards.





1 Loosen the screw at the bottom of the bracket.
2 Press the release buttons (left and right) in towards the

centre of the bracket.

3 Lift the unit up to release it.

≥ Do not press the release buttons any time other than

when detaching the unit from the bracket.

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Preparing the Power Supply

AC adaptor

(supplied)

To a household
mains socket

AC mains lead

(supplied)

1

2

3

RELEASE

DETACH ATTACH

RELEASE

DETACH ATTACH





Bottom side of this unit

Battery pack

(supplied)

Bottom side of this unit

2 Slide.

1 Press and hold.

Recharge

(flashing)

Fully charged

Using the unit connected to the
AC adaptor

[For[the[United[Kingdom[and[Ireland[only]

BE SURE TO READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC MAINS
LEAD ON PAGE 2 BEFORE CONNECTION.

The unit is in the standby condition (the [Í] indicator lights)
when the AC mains lead is connected. The primary circuit is
always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an
electrical outlet.

To conserve power

This unit consumes 0.4 W (Approximately 4.5 W when Quick
Start is set to “On”) of power even when turned off. When the
unit is not going to be used for a long time, disconnect the AC
mains lead from the household mains socket.

Using the battery pack

This unit can be used in places without a mains socket, such as
outdoors, by attaching the supplied battery pack.
≥ The battery is not charged at the time of purchase. Charge

before initial use.

≥ The battery is designed only for use with this unit. It cannot

be used with other equipment.

∫ Attaching the battery pack

Turn the unit off before attaching or detaching the battery pack.

∫ Detaching the battery pack

RELEASE

DETACH ATTACH

When not using for long periods of time

≥ Detach the battery pack (> above).

(Even when the unit is turned off, there is a small amount of
voltage running through the unit, and this may result in a
malfunction.)

≥ Recharge the battery for re-use.

∫ Recharging the battery pack

Attach the battery pack and connect the AC adaptor (>left).

The [CHARGE] indicator (>8) lights while charging the battery, and
the [CHARGE] indicator turns off when battery charging is finished.
≥ “ECO-charge” (> 33) function can be used with this unit.

Charging mark is displayed for a few seconds on the lower
right of the screen while this unit is “Off”.

“ECO-charge”
is set to “On”

“ECO-charge”
is set to “Off”

ᵣᵡᵭ

∫ Approximate recharging and play times

(Hours)

Battery

pack

“ECO-charge”

“Off” “On”

Recharging

DY-DB20

(supplied)

DY-DB30
(optional)

DY-DB300

(optional)

*1

at 20 oC

*2

at 20 oC / using headphones / LCD brightness level is “s5”

(> 15, “Adjusting the pictures on the LCD screen”).

*3

When the battery pack is recharged setting “ECO-charge” to “Off”.
(When the battery pack is recharged setting “ECO-charge” to “On”,
the battery duration is about 80 %.)

4 3.25 4

5 4 5

7 5.5 8

≥ Play time indicated above may differ depending on the use.

∫ Checking the remaining battery charge

Not displayed when the AC adaptor is in use.

Press [OPTION] while this unit is “On”

Remaining charge is displayed for a few seconds at the bottom
right of the screen.

*1

*2,*3

Play

1 Bring in from the left, aligning the grooves.
2 Slide all the way to the right until you hear a “click”.

Check to make sure it is securely fastened.

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Charge the battery pack when the display starts to flash.
≥ Appears automatically when there is only a few minutes of

charge remaining.

≥ This unit may turn off without the display flashing when the

media is played back with the battery low on charge.

Connecting the supplied Car DC

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Car DC Adaptor (supplied)







125 V/250 V, 3.15 A type

Adaptor

Before connection, consult your car owner’s manual or your
dealer.
≥ Connect to the cigarette lighter socket of a vehicle that has a

12 V battery. It is not compatible with a vehicle that has a
24 V battery.

≥ This is a special negative grounded Car DC Adaptor. Using

this Car DC Adaptor with a plus grounded car can cause
malfunction and lead to fire.

1 Connect the car DC adaptor to the unit.
2 Connect the car DC adaptor to the cigarette

lighter socket.

Getting started

Replacing the fuse

Replace only with the specified 125 V/250 V, 3.15 A fuse.
Use of any other type can cause fire.

1 Open the socket.
2 Replace the fuse.
3 Close the socket.

Cautions

≥ To avoid draining your car battery

jDisconnect the Car DC Adaptor from the cigarette lighter

after use. The Car DC Adaptor continues to consume some
power even if it is not being used, and if a battery pack is
attached to this unit, it will start recharging which uses
more power.

jDo not use the Car DC Adaptor for long periods when the

engine is not running.

≥ Leave some slack in the cord.
≥ No responsibility will be taken for damage that occurs due to

faulty installation.

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Turning on/off the unit

Off Timer

0

:

30

e.g., 30 min.

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Disc SetupSD

OK

RETURN

e.g.,

Showing the FUNCTION

Press [Í].

The unit is turned off when [Í] is pressed again.
≥ Press [Í] for approx. 0.5 seconds to turn on the unit when

the battery pack and the remote control are used.

≥ This unit is turned off if the screen is closed while this unit is

“On”.

≥ When the “Automatic Standby (No Action)” is set to “On”

(initially set to “On”), the unit will be turned off automatically
after 15 minutes (5 minutes when the battery pack is used)
when it is in stopped status (> 33).

≥ The startup will take time. The operation related to startup of

the unit after turning on this unit can be quickened by setting
the initial setup “Quick Start” (> 33) to “On” (initially set to
“Off”). (The power consumption will increase)

≥ You may hear operational sounds when the unit is turned on,

but this is due to the initialization of the pickup unit, and it is
not a malfunction.

Easy Setting

After opening the LCD screen and pressing [Í] for the 1st
time, a screen for the basic settings will appear.

Follow the on-screen instructions and make
the settings with [3, 4] and [OK].

“On-Screen Language”* (> 32), “Picture Quality Mode” (> 15)
and “Quick Start” (> 33) are set.
* Only for the United Kingdom, Ireland, Continental Europe

and Asia.

≥ You can perform this setup anytime by selecting “Easy

Setting” in the Player Settings menu. (> 33)

≥ You can also change this setting individually. (> 15, 32, 33)

Turn the unit off automatically

The unit is turned off automatically after set time has passed.

Switch by pressing the [OFF TIMER].

MENU

Some functions of this unit can be operated from the
FUNCTION MENU.

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the item and
press [OK].

≥ When multiple contents are recorded, select the types of

contents or the title.

≥ If there are any other items, repeat this step.

A Items

! SD

“Photos” (> 22)
“Videos (AVCHD)” (> 17)
“Videos (MPEG-2)” (> 17)

! Disc

“Videos” (> 16)
“Photos” (> 22)
“Music (MP3)” (> 24)
“Videos (AVCHD)” (> 17)

! Setup

“Player Settings” (> 30)
“LCD Menu” (> 15)
“SD Card Management” (> 20)

B Icon

Remaining battery charge (> 12)

Using the AC adaptor

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It will switch every time it is pressed.

Off

0:30

1:00

2:00 3:00 6:00

To show the FUNCTION MENU screen

Press [FUNCTION MENU].
≥ FUNCTION MENU also appears by pressing [OPTION] and

selecting “FUNCTION MENU”.

12:00

≥ Items to be displayed may vary with the media.

Adjusting the pictures on

LCD Menu

Picture

Dynamic

Monitor On

Brightness

Colour

RETURN

OPTION



Lens (A)

Loading the disc or SD

the LCD screen

1 Press [LCD MENU].

≥ It is also possible to display with the following

procedures.

1 Press [OPTION].
2 Select “To Others” with [3, 4], and press [OK].
3 Select “LCD Menu” with [3, 4], and press [OK].

2 Select the item with [3, 4].
3 Change the setting with [3, 4, 2, 1].

Picture:Adjusting image quality

! Standard: Standard
! Dynamic
! Night: Picture suitable for viewing in dark places
! User jBrightness: s5 to r5

Monitor:Displaying images

! On
! Off:
≥ When “Off” is selected, select “Yes” with [2, 1], and then

press [OK].

: Picture with high contrast

jColour: s5 to r5

:

Image display
No image

card

Disc

Getting started

1 Press [OPEN].
2 Set the disc and close the lid.

≥ Set the disc securely until you hear a "click", with the

label side up. (Double-sided disc: place the label side up
that you want to play back)

≥ Some discs may start playing when they are loaded with the

unit turned on.

≥ About discs with a cartridge

jDVD-RAM, DVD-R: Remove the disc from the cartridge

and set the disc in the tray. Cartridge discs cannot be used.

jPlace the disc back into the cartridge for storage to prevent

dirt and scratches after use.

≥ Do not touch the lens as it may

make it dirty.

To exit the screen

Press [EXIT].

To display images when the “Monitor” is set to “Off ”

Press [LCD MENU], [OPTION] or [DISC/SD].

≥ Underlined items are the factory presets.
≥ If you are not using the LCD on this unit,

select “Off”. No image mark is displayed on
the lower left of the screen when it is set to
“Off”.

SD card

1 Open the cover at the side of the unit.
2 Insert the SD card into the SD card slot.

≥ With the label side up, insert the card straight in the

direction shown in the figure, until you hear a sound.

3 Close the cover.

To remove the card

In step 2 above, press the centre of the card until it “clicks”, and
pull the card out straight.

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