Panasonic DVD-F86 User Manual

The illustration shows DVD-F87 for U.S.A. and Canada.

®

DVD/CD PLAYER

Operating Instructions

Model No. DVD-F87/DVD-F86/DVD-F84

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.

Region number

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

Region Number

U.S.A. and Canada 1
Asia 3
Australia and N.Z. 4

Example: [U.S.A.\and\Canada[

1

UP

2

4

GCS

1

ALL

Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating
instructions are DVD-F87 for U.S.A. and Canada.

P PC GN

Table of contents

Getting started

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

Accessories/Discs that can be played . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

STEP 1 Connection to a television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

STEP 2 The remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

STEP 3 QUICK SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Main unit and disc caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Operations

Basic play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Changer functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Enjoying higher quality audio and video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Using navigation menus

Changing the play sequences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Using On-Screen Menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Changing the player settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Convenient functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Reference

Specifications/Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Referencia rápida en español. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Main feature index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back cover

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

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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,
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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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.

For the 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.

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

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.

SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.

INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.

SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead

The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is

symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to the presence

intended to alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within

of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within
the product’s enclosure that may be of

the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of

sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.

electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an

The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert the

equilateral triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important

user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing)

operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying

instructions in the literature accompanying
the appliance.

the appliance.

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 power­supply 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.

Accessories

(Only for U.S.A.) To order accessories contact

1-800-332-5368 or the website
(http://www.pasc.panasonic.com).
(For other areas) To order accessories, call the
dealer from whom you have made your purchase.

Use numbers when asking for replacement parts.

∏ 1 Remote control (N2QAJB000092)
∏ 1 AC Power supply cord

∏ 1 Audio/video cable (K2KA6CA00001)
∏ 2 Remote control batteries

U.S.A. and Canada (RJA0065-A)
Australia and N.Z. (K2CJ2DA00008)
Asia (RJA0019-2X)

[Note]

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

Discs that can be played

Indication

Disc Logo

DVD-RAM

DVD-Audio

DVD-Video

in these

operating

instructions

[RAM]

[JPEG]

[DVD-A] —

[DVD-V]

Recorded using Version 1.1 of the Video
Recording Format (a unified video
recording standard).

Recorded using the DCF (Design rule for
Camera File system) standard.

Some DVD-Audio discs contain DVD-Video content.
To play DVD-Video content, select “Play as DVD-Video” in Other Menu (➜ page 11).

—

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

User memo:

DATE OF PURCHASE __________________________________
DEALER NAME _______________________________________
DEALER ADDRESS ____________________________________

_____________________________________________________

TELEPHONE NUMBER _________________________________

Remarks

≥ Recorded with DVD video recorders, DVD

video cameras, personal computers, etc.

≥ Remove discs from their cartridges

before use.

≥ Recorded with Panasonic DVD-Video

recorders

≥ To play JPEG files, select “Play as Data

Disc” in Other Menu (➜ page 11).

Accessories/Discs that can be played

[DVD-V]

DVD-R

Video CD

[VCD]

SVCD

CD

CD-R
CD-RW

§

A process that allows play on compatible equipment.

≥ It may not be possible to play the above discs in all cases due to the type of disc or condition of the recording.

—

[CD]

[WMA]

[MP3]

[JPEG]

[CD]

[VCD]

Panasonic DVD-R recorded and finalized
Video cameras are played as DVD-Video on this unit.

—

Conforming to IEC62107

This unit is compatible with HDCD.
HDCD-encoded CDs sound better because they are encoded with 20 bits, as compared
with 16 bits for all other CDs.

≥ During HDCD play, “HDCD” lights on the unit’s display.
≥ This unit can play CD-R/RW (audio recording disc) recorded with the formats on the left.

Close the sessions or finalize

≥ HighMAT discs

WMA, MP3 or JPEG files only.
To play without using the HighMAT function, select “Play as Data Disc” in Other Menu
(➜ page 11).

§

on a Panasonic DVD-Video recorders or DVD-

§

the disc after recording.

∫ Discs that cannot be played

DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, DVDiR, iRW, DVD-RW, SACD, Divx
Video Discs and 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.

∫ Audio format of DVDs

You can play discs with these symbols.

HighMAT™ and the HighMAT logo are
either trademarks or registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in
the United States and/or other countries.

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STEP 1 Connection to a television

V

OUT

C

(

)

()

L

R

C

RLRLR

SU

WOOFER

SURROU

T

5

h

2ch

T

CO

PCM/

BITS

M

)

≥ Do not place the unit on amplifiers or equipment that may become hot. The heat can damage the unit.
≥ Do not connect through the video cassette recorder. Due to copy guard protection, the picture may not display properly.
≥ Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropriate operating instructions.
≥ Connect the terminals of the same color.

Television

WITH

VIDEO IN or S VIDEO IN

WITH

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN

R L

VIDEO

IN

S video cable
Audio/video
cable (included)

OMPONENT VIDEO OUT

L

2ch

480P/480I

Connection to a television

R

VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT

§

When using this connection, the audio cable

(red and white plugs) should also be

You can connect the audio cable to the 2­channel audio input terminals of an analog
amplifier or system component to enjoy
stereo.

∫ Enjoying multi-channel surround sound

connected.

WITH WITH

COAXIAL IN

Amplifier with a built-in decoder or
a decoder-amplifier combination

S VIDEO

IN

§

Audio/video
cable

(included)

Back of the unit

Amplifier

AUDIO IN

R L

Not used

COMPONENT

2ch

LY

P

(480P/480I)

B

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

VIDEO OUT

Video cables

To enjoy progressive video

Connect to a progressive output
compatible television.

1 ]DVD-F87]

Select “Enable” in the progressive
output setting in QUICK SETUP

R

P

R

IDEO OUTS VIDEO

[U.S.A.[and\Canada[

≥Select “Darker” from the “Black

Level Control” in the “Video”
tab (➜ page 12).

(➜ page 5).

]DVD-F86/DVD-F84]

Press [PROGRESSIVE OUT] on
the main unit.

2 Set “Video Output Mode” in

Picture Menu to “480P” (➜ page

10).

All Panasonic televisions with 480P
input connectors are compatible.
Consult the manufacturer if you have
another brand of television.

[DVD-F87]only[

AUDIO IN 5.1ch

To obtain maximum performance of DVD-Audio multi­channel linear PCM sound, this connection is recommended.

Coaxial cable

\

∫ Connect the AC power supply cord last

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COAXIAL IN

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

(

PCM/

BITSTREAM

COAXIAL

To household AC
outlet

≥Change “PCM Digital Output”,

“Dolby Digital”, “DTS Digital
Surround” and “MPEG
\Australia\and\N.Z.]” in “Audio” tab
(➜ page 12).

AUDIO OUT

.1c

)

ENTER

B-

ND FRON

AC power supply cord

(included)

Audio cable

Connect cables to
terminals
corresponding to the
speakers you have
connected.

L

Back of the unit

CENTER SUBWOOFER

SURROUND
(L) (R)

FRONT

(L) (R)

≥Change the

“Speaker Setting”
in the “Audio” tab
(➜ page 12)

DIGITAL

AUDIO OU

(

TREA

AXIAL

CENTER

SUB­WOOFER SURROUND FRONT

AUDIO OUT

5.1ch

L

R

2ch

L

R

Conserving power

This unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off
(approx. 0.7 W).
To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug it

from the household AC outlet.

STEP 2 The remote control

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

PLAY LIST

MENU

TOP MENU

DISPLAY

SUBTITLE AUDIO

ANGLE/PAGE

SETUP

PLAY MODE

SLEEP

ZOOM

GROUP

RETURN

ENTER

AV ENHANCER

MULTI

RE-MASTER

AUDIO ONLY

REPEAT

FL SELECT

OPEN/CLOSE

∫ Batteries

R6/LR6, AA, UM-3

STEP 3 QUICK SETUP

Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the television.

123 4 5

Power ON.

To change these settings later

Select “QUICK SETUP” in “Others” tab (➜ page 13).

≥ Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the

remote control.

≥ Do not use rechargeable type batteries.

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.

SETUP

Shows QUICK
SETUP
screen.

ENTER

Follow the
message and
make the settings.

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 remote control sensor, avoiding obstacles,
at a maximum range of 7 m (23 feet) directly in front
of the unit.

RETURN

ENTER

Press to finish
QUICK

SETUP

Press to
exit.

SETUP.

Main unit and disc caution

∫ 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.

∫ To clean discs

[DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD]
Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

[RAM] [DVD-R]

≥ Clean with an optional DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner

(LF-K200DCA1, where available).

≥ Never use cloths or cleaners for CDs etc.

∫ Disc handling precautions

≥ 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.
≥ Do not use the following discs:

– Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels (rented

discs etc).
– Discs that are badly warped or cracked.
– Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and
the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of Digital
Theater Systems, Inc.

“DTS” and “DTS 2.0 i Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater
Systems, lnc.

Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603, 4,577,216, and
4,819,098, licensed for limited viewing uses only.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is
protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual
property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights
owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized
by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited
viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision
Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer
IIS and Thomson multimedia.

Windows Media, and the Windows logo
are trademarks, or registered trademarks
of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.

WMA is a compression format developed
by Microsoft Corporation. It achieves the
same sound quality as MP3 with a file size
that is smaller than that of MP3.

The remote control/QUICK SETUP/Main unit and disc caution

, HDCD®, High Definition Compatible Digital

®

and

Pacific Microsonics™ are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of Pacific Microsonics, Inc. in the United States and/or
other countries.

HDCD system manufactured under license from Pacific Microsonics,
Inc. This product is covered by one or more of the following: In the
USA : 5,479,168, 5,638,074, 5,640,161, 5,808,574, 5,838,274,
5,854,600, 5,864,311, 5,872,531, and in Australia: 669114, with
other patents pending.

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Basic play

AV ENHANCER

FL SELECT

OPEN/CLOSE

MULTI

AUDIO ONLY

RE-MASTER

REPEAT

DISC1

DISC2 DISC3

SLEEP

DISC

CD MODE

DISC5

POSITION MEMORY

QUICK REPLAY

10

0

SLOW/SEARCH

PLAY LIST

ENTER

RETURN

ANGLE/PAGE

SETUP

ZOOM

GROUP

123

DISC4

456

789

CANCEL

SKIP

STOP PAUSE PLAY

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

TOP MENU

DISPLAY

SUBTITLE AUDIO

PLAY MODE

1 Power ON.

MENU

[DVD-F87]only]

Press to enter the
number (

1

6

2

POWER

Open the drawer and place the disc(s).

≥

Load double-sided discs so the label for the side you want to play is

facing up.

≥To load discs on the other trays, press [DISC SKIP] on the main unit.
≥Play will start from the disc in the front-left position.

3 Close the drawer.

The disc indicators light when there are discs in the trays.

Disc select buttons/indicators DISC SKIP

OPEN/CLOSE

5432

10

S

POWER

/I

CD MODE

ÎPRO LOGIC

DISC SELECT

1

876

;

0

9

CANCEL

4 Start play.

PauseStop

When the disc finishes playing

If the next disc doesn’t start
playing, select the disc (➜ page 7,
Disc selection).

7

➜ below).

32

4

9

8

5

0

S10

CANCEL

DISC EXCHANGE

DISC SKIP

Remote control
signal sensor

Press to skip.
Press and hold to
–search.
–slow-motion.

Basic play

The position is memorized when
“!” flashes on the display.

Stop

STOP

≥ Press [1] (PLAY) to resume.

[DVD-V] To review the
previous chapters (

page 14, Position memory)

≥ Press [∫] to clear the position.

Pause

Skip

Search

(during play)

Slow-motion

(during pause)

Frame-by­frame

PAUSE

SKIP

SLOW/SEARCH

ENTER

≥ Press [1] (PLAY) to restart

play.

(Group skip

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

ENTER

≥ Up to 5 steps
≥ Press [1] (PLAY) to start play.
≥ [VCD] Slow motion, forward

direction only

≥ [VCD] forward direction only

(during pause)

Select

On-screen
item select

ENTER

Register

[Note]

≥ “D.MIX” on the display indicates that a multi-channel soundtrack can be

down-mixed to two channels.

≥ Discs continue to rotate while menus are displayed. Press [∫] when you

finish to preserve the unit’s motor and your television screen.

If you are experiencing problems, refer to troubleshooting

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6

➜

Enter number

)

Disc menu

Return to
previous
screen

Main unit
display

Information
screen

[Asia,\Australia\and\N.Z.]

∫ Standby/on switch (Í/I)

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.

Standby/on 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.

123

456

789

0

10

CANCEL

TOP MENU

MENU

RETURN

RETURN

FL SELECT

SUBTITLE

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

e.g. To select 12:
[S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2]

[VCD] with playback control

While stopped, press the
numbered buttons.

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]
e.g. To select 123:
[1] ➜ [2] ➜ [3] ➜ [ENTER]
≥ Press [CANCEL] to cancel the

number(s).

[DVD-A] [DVD-V]

Shows a disc top menu

[DVD-V]

Shows a disc menu

[VCD]

Shows a disc menu

Number display

:;

Time display

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]
Turns the information screen on/
off