Panasonic DVD-F65 User Manual

PRELIMINARY

DVD/CD PLAYER

Operating Instructions

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

Model No. DVD-F65/DVD-F61

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.

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

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

CAUTION

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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increase separation between the product and the mobile telephone.

LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.

VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

SYNLIG OCH OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD. BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN.

SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING. UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING.

SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES. UNNGÅ EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.

AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYVÄÄ JA NÄKYMÄTÖN LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.

SICHTBARE UND UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET. NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.

RAYONNEMENT LASER VISIBLE ET INVISIBLE EN CAS D’OUVERTURE. EXPOSITION DANGEREUSE AU FAISCEAU.

FDA 21 CFR / Class II

IEC60825-1 / Class 3b

(Inside of product)

For U.S.A. and Canada

User memo:

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.

Control reference guide

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DIRECT NAVIGATOR

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DISPLAY

SUBTITLE

AUDIO

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ZOOM

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ANGLE/PAGE

DOUBLE

RE-MASTER

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CD SEQUENTIAL

DOUBLE RE-MASTER

2 3 4 5

DISC

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Disc tray number

OPEN/CLOSE

PLAY LIST

RETURN

QUICK REPLAY

POSITION MEMORY

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.

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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

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) Asia (RJA0019-2X)

∏ 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.

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.

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

otherwise indicated.

AUDIO

VIDEO

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Connection

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(

PCM/BITSTREAM

)

AUDIO

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(

480P/480I

)

VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT

OPTICAL

AC IN

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

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

(

PCM/BITSTREAM

OPTICAL

Analog connection

To enjoy stereo or Dolby Pro Logic

Connect an analog amplifier or system component.

Amplifier or system component

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AUX IN

)

AUDIO

OUT

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

MPEG: Units for Australia and N.Z.

: 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

Shown as “DVD-VR” on the display

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

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

ALL

Australia and N.Z.

ALL

∫ 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.

[JPEG]

[MP3]

The remote control

CANCEL

123

456

789

DISC1 DISC2 DISC3

DISC4 DISC5

SLEEP

DISC

SETUP

OPEN/CLOSE

SEQUENTIAL

FL SELECT

GROUP

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

TOP

DISPLAY

RETURN

ENTER

PLAY LIST

∫ 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

[2] • [6]

[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

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[3] • [4] [5] • [6]

RETURN

POWER Í /I

CD SEQUENTIAL

DOUBLE RE-MASTER

2 3 4 5

DISC

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DISC EXCHANGE DISC SKIP<OPEN/CLOSE

[1]

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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Basic play

CANCEL

123

456

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DISC1 DISC2 DISC3

DISC4 DISC5

SLEEP

DISC

SETUP

OPEN/CLOSE

SEQUENTIAL

FL SELECT

GROUP

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

TOP

DISPLAY

SUBTITLE

PLAY MODE

ZOOM

POSITION MEMORY

DOUBLE

RE-MASTER

AUDIO

ANGLE/PAGE

QUICK REPLAY

RETURN

ENTER

PLAY LIST

SEQUENTIAL FL SELECT

TOP MENU

3, 4, 2, 1

Basic operations

[1]

DISC

GROUP

:, 9

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ENTER

SUBTITLE

[2]

4, 5

[2] • [3]

DISC1-DISC5

Numbered buttons

6, 5

[4]

;

RETURN

QUICK REPLAY

POSITION MEMORY

DISC SKIP

Stop

Pause

Skip

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]

POWER Í /I

CD SEQUENTIAL

DOUBLE RE-MASTER

[1]

CD SEQUENTIAL

2 3 4 5

DISC

Disc

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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

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

DISC EXCHANGE DISC SKIP<OPEN/CLOSE

DISC

• [3]

EXCHANGE

–

DVD

DISC

TITLE

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

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

[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).

+ 16 hidden pages