Panasonic DVD-F61 User Manual

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Operating Instructions

The illustration shows the unit for U.S.A. and Canada.

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 keep this manual for future
reference.

Model No. DVD-F65/DVD-F61

Table of contents

Getting started

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

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

Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

The remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Quick setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Basic operations

Basic play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Navigation menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Advanced operations

Convenient features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Changing play sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Using On-Screen Menu Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Changing settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Reference

Troubleshooting guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Guía de referencia rápida en español. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

(Spanish Quick Reference)

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back cover

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back cover

These operating instructions are applicable to models DVD-F65
and DVD-F61 for a variety of regions.
Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating
instructions are of the unit for U.S.A. and Canada.

[For\U.S.A.]

As an ENERGY STAR Partner,
Panasonic has determined that
this product meets the
guidelines for energy efficiency.

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ENERGY STAR

Region numbers

Are allocated to DVD players and software according to where they
are sold. See page 6 for the region number for your unit.

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The model number and serial number of this product can be found
on either the back or the bottom of the unit. Please note them in the
space provided below and keep for future reference.

MODEL NUMBER ______________________________________
SERIAL NUMBER ______________________________________

The warranty for the U.S.A. is on page 22.
En la página 23 hay una guía de referencia rápida en

español.

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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.

WARNING:

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

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

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.

LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.

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CAUTION
CAUTION
VARNING
ADVARSEL
ADVARSEL
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VORSICHT
ATTENTION

DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.
VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.

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AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
SYNLIG OCH OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR

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ÖPPNAD. BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN.
SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING.

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UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING.
SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES.

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UNNGÅ EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.
AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYVÄÄ JA NÄKYMÄTÖN

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LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.
SICHTBARE UND UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN

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ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET. NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.
RAYONNEMENT LASER VISIBLE ET INVISIBLE EN CAS

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D’OUVERTURE. EXPOSITION DANGEREUSE AU FAISCEAU.

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FDA 21 CFR / Class II

IEC60825-1 / Class 3b

RQLXS0054

(Inside of product)

CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT

The laser product label has
not been attached to
products for the U.S.A. and
Canada.

Units for Asia

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN TROPICAL CLIMATES.

Units for Australia and N.Z.

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES.

This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile
telephones during use. If such interference is apparent, please

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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.

CAUTION:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

≥Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
≥Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
≥Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that

to which the receiver is connected.

≥Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would

void the user’s authority to operate this device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is

subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. AND CANADA

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within
the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying
the appliance.

For U.S.A. and Canada

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH
WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
FULLY INSERT.

Before moving the unit, ensure the disc trays are empty.

Failure to do so will risk severely damaging the discs and the unit.

User memo:

DATE OF PURCHASE __________________________________
DEALER NAME _______________________________________
DEALER ADDRESS ___________________________________
_____________________________________________________
TELEPHONE NUMBER _________________________________

IMPORTANT SAFETY 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) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type
plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.
A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.
The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.

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10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.

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

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.

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

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as
power-supply cord 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.

Page

1 Standby/on button (Í). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

2 Disc select button (DISC), Disc buttons (DISC 1– DISC 5) . . . . . . 9

3 Sequential button (SEQUENTIAL). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

4 FL select button (FL SELECT). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

5 Group button (GROUP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

6 Cancel button (CANCEL). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

7 Skip buttons (:, 9 SKIP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

8 Stop button (∫ STOP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

9 Top menu, Direct navigator button

(TOP MENU, DIRECT NAVIGATOR). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 11

: Cursor buttons (3, 4, 2, 1), Enter button (ENTER). . . . . . . . . . 7

; Display button (DISPLAY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

< Audio button (AUDIO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

= Subtitle button (SUBTITLE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

> Play mode button (PLAY MODE). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

? Zoom button (ZOOM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

@ Sleep button (SLEEP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

A Setup button (SETUP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 19

B Drawer open/close button (< OPEN/CLOSE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

C Numbered buttons (1–9, 0, S10) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

D Slow/Search buttons (6, 5 SLOW/SEARCH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

E Play button (1 PLAY). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

F Pause button (; PAUSE). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

G Menu, Play list button (MENU, PLAY LIST) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 11

H Return button (RETURN). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

I Angle/page button (ANGLE/PAGE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 13

J Quick replay button (QUICK REPLAY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

K Position memory button (POSITION MEMORY). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

L Double re-master button (DOUBLE RE-MASTER). . . . . . . . . . . . 13

M Drawer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

N FL Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

O Standby/on switch (Í/I). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In
standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power.

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Standby indicator (Í)

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.

Q Disc indicators (DISC 1–5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

R Skip, Search buttons (4, 5). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

S Disc exchange button (DISC EXCHANGE). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

T Disc skip button (DISC SKIP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

U Remote control signal sensor

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≥Buttons such as 3 function the same as those on the remote control.
≥The actual marking of the standby/on switch depends on the area.

Illustrations in these operating instructions use the markings shown in
the above illustration.

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Accessories

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

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PCM/BITSTREAM

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AUDIO

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

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VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT

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Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.

(Only for U.S.A.) To order accessories contact 1-800-332-5368 or web site (http://www.panasonic.com).
(For other areas) To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.

∏ 1 Remote control

U.S.A. and Canada (N2QAJB000070)
Other areas (N2QAJB000071)

∏ 1 AC power supply cord

U.S.A. and Canada (RJA0065-A)
Australia and N.Z. (RJA0035-2X)

∏ 1 Audio/video cable (K2KA6CA00001)

∏ 2 Remote control batteries

[Note]

The included AC power supply cord is for use with this unit only. Do not
use it with other equipment.

Asia (RJA0019-2X)

Connection

Getting started

Before connection

≥Disconnect the AC power supply cord.
≥Turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.

Connection to a television

This page explains how to connect the unit to a television and set it up so you hear the audio through the television’s speakers. To get the full benefit
from the powerful multi-channel audio found on DVDs, you should connect an amplifier and speakers.

Do not place the unit on amplifiers or equipment
that may become hot.

The heat can damage the unit.

≥The equipment connections described are examples.
≥Peripheral equipment and optional cables sold separately unless

otherwise indicated.

Basic connection to a television

Television

AUDIO

VIDEO

IN

IN

L

R

Connect your unit directly to your television.

Do not connect the unit through your video cassette recorder when setting up your home

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entertainment system, because the picture may not be played correctly due to the copy guard.

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For better pictures

Television’s
COMPONENT VIDEO
IN terminals

Video cable (not included)

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal

These terminals can be used for either interlace or progressive output (➜ page 7)
and provide a purer picture than the S VIDEO OUT terminal. Connection using these
terminals outputs the color difference signals (P
separately in order to achieve high fidelity in reproducing colors.The description of
the component video input terminals depends on the television or monitor (e.g. Y/P
P

R, Y/B-Y/R-Y, Y/CB/CR). Connect to terminals of the same color.

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≥After making this connection, change the black level for a better picture.

(➜ page 18, Video—Black Level Control)

When making this connection, ensure you connect the audio cables to the corresponding audio input terminals on the television.

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B/PR) and luminance signal (Y)

Television’s
S VIDEO IN
terminal

S video cable (not included)

S VIDEO OUT terminal

The S video terminal achieves a more vivid picture than
the VIDEO OUT terminal by separating the chrominance
(C) and luminance (Y) signals. (Actual results depend
on the television.)

B/

Audio/video cable

(included)

Connection

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(

PCM/BITSTREAM

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AUDIO

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

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480P/480I

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VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT

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Home Theater – Enjoying more powerful sound

Enjoy the powerful movie theater and hall-like sound available with multiple channel audio found on DVDs by connecting an amplifier and speakers.

Digital connection

A

To enjoy multi-channel surround
sound

Connect an amplifier with a built-in
decoder or a decoder-amplifier
combination.
Change the settings in “Digital output”
(➜ page 19).
≥You can only use DTS Digital Surround

decoders that are compatible with DVD.

Speakers (example)

Connect three or more speakers
for surround sound.

Optical digital audio cable

Do not bend sharply when
connecting.

To enjoy stereo or Dolby Pro Logic

Connect a digital amplifier or system
component.
Change the settings in “Digital output”
(➜ page 19).

Amplifier

Insert fully, with this
side facing up.

(DVD) IN

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

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PCM/BITSTREAM

OPTICAL

Analog connection

B

To enjoy stereo or Dolby Pro Logic

Connect an analog amplifier or system
component.

Amplifier or system
component

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AUX IN

L

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AUDIO

OUT

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Audio cable

∫ Recording Output
Digital recording ➜ Connection [A] to digital
recording equipment

≥With DVD, the following conditions must be met: a the disc doesn’t have

protection preventing digital recording, and b the recording equipment

can handle signals with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz.
≥You cannot record WMA/MP3.
When recording DVDs, make the following settings.
–Advanced surround: OFF (➜ page 17)
–PCM Down Conversion: Yes (➜ page 19)
–Dolby Digital/DTS Digital Surround/MPEG

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MPEG: Units for Australia and N.Z.

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: PCM (➜ page 19)

Power connection

Conserving power

This unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off.

[U.S.A.[and\Canada[ : approx. 0.6 W
[Other\areas] : approx. 2.8 W

To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug it
from the household AC outlet.

To household AC outlet

Analog recording ➜ Connection [B] to a cassette deck
or other recording equipment

There are no limitations on recording analog signals as there are with digital
signals.

AC power supply cord (included)

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Disc information

∫ Discs that can be played

DVD-RAM DVD-Audio DVD-Video DVD-R SVCD Video CD CD CD-R/RW

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Shown as
“DVD-VR” on the
display

[RAM] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD]

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DVD-F61 is not compatible with WMA, JPEG, or HighMAT. References to them apply only to DVD-F65.

Use discs with the above logos and that conform to specifications. The unit cannot play other discs correctly. Do not use irregularly shaped discs (e.g.

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heart-shaped), as these can damage the unit.
It may not be possible to play CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R and DVD-RAM in all cases due to the type of disc or condition of the recording.

∫ Discs that cannot be played

DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, iRW, DVD-RW, CVD, SACD, Divx
Video Discs, Photo CD, DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from their
cartridge, 2.6-GB and 5.2-GB DVD-RAM, and “Chaoji VCD” available on
the market including CVD, DVCD and SVCD that do not conform to
IEC62107.

∫ Region number

The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region
number or “ALL”.

Region Number Example

U.S.A. and
Canada

Asia

1

3

1

3

ALL

ALL

1

2

4

2

3

6

Australia
and N.Z.

4

4

ALL

2

4

6

∫ Built-in decoders

This unit has Dolby Digital and DTS decoders so you can
enjoy these systems in stereo without connecting a
separate decoder.

∫ Video systems

Units for Asia, Australia and N.Z.:

≥This unit can play PAL and NTSC, but your television must match the

system used on the disc.

≥PAL discs cannot be correctly viewed on an NTSC television.
≥This unit can convert NTSC signals to PAL 60 for viewing on a PAL

television (➜ page 18, Video—NTSC Disc Output).

≥Output is interlace (576I) when playing PAL discs.

Units for the U.S.A. and Canada:

NTSC is used. This unit converts still pictures on PAL system DVD-Audio
discs for play on NTSC video systems. The picture is compressed to show
it in its entirety, but this may cause it to be stretched vertically.

∫ Playing DVDs and Video CDs

The producer of these discs can control how they are played so you may
not always be able to control play as described in these operating
instructions (for example if the play time is not displayed or if a Video CD
has menus). Read the disc’s instructions carefully.

∫ DVD-RAM discs

The DVD-RAM you can play on this unit are those recorded with DVD
video recorders, DVD video cameras, personal computers, etc. using
Version 1.1 of the Video Recording Format (a unified video recording
standard).
≥Remove discs from their cartridges before use and return them when

you are finished, making sure that the labels of the disc and cartridge
face the same way.

≥Some parts of the disc, for example where one program ends and

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another begins, may not play smoothly.

Conforming to
IEC62107

[WMA]

∫ DVD-R discs

Panasonic DVD-R recorded and finalized on a Panasonic DVD video
recorder or DVD video camera are played as DVD-Video on this unit.

∫ CD-R and CD-RW discs

This unit can play CD-R/RW (audio recording disc) recorded with CD-DA,
video CD, SVCD (conforming to IEC62107), WMA, MP3, or JPEG. Close
the session or finalize after recording.

See page 11 for more information about WMA, MP3, and JPEG.

∫ HighMAT discs

This unit is compatible with HighMAT discs containing WMA, MP3, and/or
JPEG files.

∫ Disc structure

Disc structure and the labels given to the items on discs depend on the
disc type.
Track: the smallest division on DVD-Audio, CDs, and Video CDs, or a

single WMA/MP3 file.

Chapter: the smallest division on DVD-Video.
Group: collections of tracks on DVD-Audio and equivalent to folders or

albums on data discs.

Title: the largest division on DVD-Video, usually an entire movie.
Program: the division on DVD-RAM equivalent to a single recording.
Picture: a single JPEG file.
Play list: the largest grouping on a HighMAT disc, or a group of scenes

on DVD-RAM.

Scene: DVD-RAM program sections specified and grouped into play

lists on a DVD video recorder.

Content: covers tracks and pictures on HighMAT discs.

∫ To clean discs

DVD-Audio, DVD-Video, Video CD, CD

Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe
dry.

DVD-RAM, DVD-R

≥Clean only with an optional DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner (LF-K200DCA1,

where available).

≥Never use cloths or cleaners for CDs etc.

∫ Handling precautions

≥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 attach labels or stickers to discs. (Do not use discs with exposed

adhesive from tape or left over peeled-off stickers.)

≥Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.
≥Do not use discs printed with label printers available on the market.

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∫ Batteries

R6, AA, UM-3

≥Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control.
≥Do not use rechargeable type batteries.

Quick setup

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[1]

Do not:

≥mix old and new batteries.
≥use different types at the same time.
≥heat or expose to flame.
≥take apart or short circuit.
≥attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
≥use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can damage
items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.

Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long period of
time. Store in a cool, dark place.

∫ Use

Aim at the sensor (➜ page 3, Control reference guide), avoiding
obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m (23 feet) directly in front of the unit.

[1] Press [Í] to turn on the unit.
[2] Press [SETUP] to show the QUICK SETUP

screen.

e.g. Units for U.S.A. and

Canada

SETUP

SELECT

ENTER RETURN

QUICK SETUP

Select the menu language.

English
Français
Español

Getting started

[3] • [4]
[5] • [6]

RETURN

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The QUICK SETUP screen appears when you press [SETUP] the first
time after purchase and assists you to make necessary settings.

Preparation

Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the
television to suit the connections for the player.

∫ TV Aspect

Select “4:3” (regular) or “16:9” (widescreen) to suit your television.
If you have a regular 4:3 television, you can also select how video on
some discs is shown (➜ page 18, Video—TV Aspect).

≥4:3 Pan&Scan (Factory preset)
Widescreen software is expanded to fill the screen
of a 4:3 aspect television (unless prohibited by the
producer of the disc).

≥4:3 Letterbox

Widescreen software is shown in the letterbox style
on a 4:3 aspect television.

[3] Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the menu language

and press [ENTER].

[4] Press [3, 4] to select “Yes” to continue and

press [ENTER].

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

[ENTER].

≥Audio Language (➜ page 18)
≥Subtitle Language (➜ page 18)
≥TV Aspect (➜ below)
≥Progressive Out (➜ page 18)

[6] Press [ENTER] and then [SETUP] to end the

settings.

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To access this screen again later
➜ page 18, Others—QUICK SETUP

∫ To enjoy progressive video

1. Connect to the component video input terminals on a 480P
compatible television. (Video will not be displayed correctly if
connected to an incompatible television.)

2. In QUICK SETUP, set “Progressive Out” to “Enable”.

3. Change Video output mode to “480P” (➜ page 17).

≥All televisions manufactured by Panasonic and that have 480P input

connectors are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have
another brand of television.

≥If the unit is connected to the television through VIDEO OUT or S

VIDEO OUT, output will be interlace, irrespective of the settings.

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Numbered
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QUICK
REPLAY

POSITION
MEMORY

DISC
SKIP

Stop

Pause

Skip

Search

Slow­motion

Frame­by­frame

Menus

Press [∫].
“!” flashes on the display. Press [1] (PLAY) to
restart from this position or [∫] to clear it.
DVD-Video: Press [1] (PLAY) again to review
chapters (➜ page 9).

Press [;].
Press [1] (PLAY) to restart.

Press [:] (backward) or [9] (forward).

Group skip [JPEG]

Press [4] (backward) or [3] (forward).

Disc skip

Press [DISC SKIP] on the main unit.

Press [6] (backward) or [5] (forward).
Press [1] (PLAY) to restart.

While paused, press [6] (backward) or [5]
(forward).
Press [1] (PLAY) to restart.

While paused, press [2] (backward) or [1] (forward).
Press and hold to change in succession.
Or, press [;] repeatedly for forward frame-by-frame.

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select an item and [ENTER] to
confirm.
Or, press the numbered buttons.
Press [TOP MENU] to show the top menu.
Press [MENU] to show a menu.
Press [RETURN] to show a menu. [VCD]

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indicators

Preparation

Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the
television to suit the connections for the player.

[1] Press [Í] to turn on the unit.
[2] Press [<] to open the drawer and place the

disc(s) label-up on the disc tray(s).

To load discs on the other trays, press
[DISC SKIP] on the main unit.

≥If the disc contains both audio data

(WMA and MP3) and JPEG, check

[3] Press [<] to close the drawer.

[4] Press [1] (PLAY).

“Mixed Disc—Audio & Stills” setting in
the SETUP menu (➜ page 18). Select
“Stills (JPEG)” or “Audio (MP3/WMA)”.

≥Load double-sided discs so the label for

the side you want to play is facing up.

A disc indicator lights to show a disc is on the tray.

Play begins. It is normal for sound and pictures to take time to start.

Disc No. in the
play position

Disc indicator

Disc type

1

Play starts from the
disc in the front-left
position.

DISC EXCHANGE DISC SKIP<OPEN/CLOSE

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Notes

≥On the main unit, press [4] or [5] to perform skip,

and press and hold to perform search and slow-motion.

≥The speed of search and slow-motion increases up to 5 steps.
≥Slow-motion and frame-by-frame only work on moving pictures.
≥You can turn off the sound during search (➜ page 18, Audio—

Audio during Search).

When playing Video CDs

≥You cannot move backwards during slow-motion and frame-by-

frame.

≥Pressing buttons to perform skip, search or slow-motion may take

you to a menu screen.

≥If “$” appears on the television

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The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc.

≥Discs continue to rotate while menus are displayed even after playing an

item. Press [∫] when you finish to preserve the unit’s motor and your
television screen.

≥To prevent damage

Do not;
–load more than one disc per tray.
–touch the drawer or the carousel while they are in motion
–rotate the carousel by hand.
–close the drawer by hand.

CHAP

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[CD] (CD text only) [WMA] [MP3]
Track information appears on the television. Press [SUBTITLE] to
turn the display on or off.

When the disc finishes playing

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If the next disc doesn’t start playing, select the disc using the disc
type screen (➜ page 9).