Panasonic DVD-LX9PP User Manual

Portable DVD/SD/CD Player

Operating Instructions

Model No. DVD-LX9

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AUDIO/VIDEO

Region number supported by this player

Region numbers are allocated to DVD players
and software according to where they are sold.

≥The region number of this player is “1”.
≥The player will play DVD-Video marked with

labels containing “1” or “ALL”.

RQT6912-Y

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Example:

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 these instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.

For U.S.A. Only

The warranty can be found on pages 48 and 49.

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For U.S.A.
As an

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Partner, Panasonic has determined that this

product meets the

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guidelines for energy efficiency.

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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE
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 OBSTRUCT THE
VENTILATION VENTS.

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.

(Bottom of product)

CAUTION– VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER

RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.

ATTENTION– RAYONNEMENT LASER VISIBLE ET

INVISIBLE EN CAS D’OUVERTURE.
NE PAS REGARDER DANS LE FAISCEAU.

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.

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.

The following mark and symbols are located on
bottom of the unit.

Marking sign is located on bottom of the unit.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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CAUTION:

Use only Panasonic car adaptor
DY-DC95.

Batteries

1.

Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)

1. ≥

Use this unit to recharge the battery pack.

1. ≥Do not use the battery pack with

equipment other than the specified
player.

1. ≥Do not use the player outside if it is

snowing or raining. (The battery pack is
not waterproof.)

1. ≥Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other

foreign matter on the terminals.

1. ≥Do not touch the plug terminals (i and

j) with metal objects.

1. ≥Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or

throw into fire.

2. Button-type battery (Lithium battery)

1. ≥Insert with poles aligned.

1. ≥Do not touch the terminals (i and j)

with metal objects.

1. ≥Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or

throw into fire.

1. ≥Keep out of reach of children.

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

1. Check and follow your local regulations

before disposal.

CAUTION:

The batteries used in this device may
present a risk of fire or chemical burn if
mistreated. Do not disassemble or
incinerate the batteries. Do not heat the
batteries above the following temperatures.

Button-type battery 100 oC (212 oF)
Battery pack 60 oC (140 oF)

Do not recharge the button-type battery.
Replace only with Panasonic part number
indicated below:
Button-type battery (Lithium battery)

(for remote control) CR2025

Battery pack

(Lithium ion battery pack) CGR-H604

Optional battery pack

(Lithium ion battery pack) CGP-H501
Use of other batteries may present a risk of
fire or explosion.

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

This product has parts that contains a small
amount of mercury. It also contains lead in
some components. Disposal of these
materials may be regulated in your
community due to environmental
considerations. For disposal or recycling
information please contact your local
authorities, or the Electronics Industries
Alliance: <http://www.eiae.org.>

A lithium ion/polymer battery that is
recyclable powers the product you have
purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY
for information on how to recycle this
battery.

AC adaptor

This AC adaptor operates on AC between
100 V and 240 V.
But
≥In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC power

supply cord must be connected to a 120 V
AC power supply only.

≥When connecting to an AC supply outside

of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug
adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration.

≥When connecting to a supply of greater

than AC 125 V, ensure the cord you use is
suited to the voltage of the AC supply and
the rated current of the AC adaptor.

≥Contact an electrical parts distributor for

assistance in selecting a suitable AC plug
adaptor or AC cord set.

RBRC

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Getting Started

Operations in these instructions are described mainly with the main unit, but you can do the
operations on the remote control if the controls are the same (➡ page 10).

Accessories

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

(For U.S.A.) To order accessories contact 1-800-332-5368 or the website

(http://www.panasonic.com).

(For Canada) To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have

made your purchase.

∏ Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

∏ (N2QAJC000005)

∏ Button-type battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

∏ for remote control
∏ (for replacement, see right)

∏ Audio/video cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

∏ (K2KA6CB00003)

∏ AC adaptor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

∏ (RFEA905W-W)

∏ AC power supply cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

∏ (RJA0065-A)

∏ Rechargeable battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . 1

∏ (attached upon shipment)
∏ (for replacement, see right)

∏ Multi cradle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

∏ (RAQ0032A)

∏ Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

∏ (RYQ0446-S)

Optional accessories:

Button-type battery (CR2025)
Replacement rechargeable battery pack

(CGR-H604: Available from Panasonic

dealers.)
Optional rechargeable battery pack (CGP-H501)
Car stereo cassette adaptor (RP-CC20)
Car adaptor (DY-DC95)
Mini optical digital audio cable (RP-CA2120)

[Available\only\in\U.S.A.]

Headphones (RP-HC100 or RP-HC70)

Note

The included AC power supply cord and AC
adaptor are for use with this unit only. Do not
use them with other equipment.

The LCD
Some of the LCD’s pixels (less than 0.01 %) may light constantly or fail to light. This is
normal and does not indicate a malfunction.

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Getting Started

Table of contents

Basic

Operations

Playing discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Playing SD cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Playing the programs or play lists on DVD-RAM . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

WMA/MP3, CD text and JPEG navigation menus . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

≥Playing HighMAT discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Convenient features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

≥Starting play from a selected program, title, track or picture . . . . . 26

≥Selecting still pictures—Page Skip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

≥Rotating pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

≥Selecting groups to play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

≥Changing the play sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

≥A-B Repeat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

≥Repeat play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

≥Marker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Increasing your enjoyment of movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

≥Advanced Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

≥Changing soundtracks, subtitle languages and angles . . . . . . . . . 30

Advanced

Operations

Changing the monitor settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

≥Changing the size of the picture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

≥Picture quality. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Using On-Screen Menu Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

≥Common procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

≥Progress indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

≥Disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

≥Unit information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Using this unit with other equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

≥Enjoying more powerful sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

≥Using this unit with a television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

≥Watching video from a video camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

≥Recording to digital recording equipment or cassette tapes . . . . . 38

Changing settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

≥Common procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

≥Language code list. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Reference

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Getting Started

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 04

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 06

Disc and Card information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08

Control reference guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Adjusting the angle of the LCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Preparing the multi cradle and power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

≥Multi cradle (AC adaptor) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

≥Battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

≥Car adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

The remote control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

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Getting Started

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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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.

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.

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;
≥Where the temperature is below 5 oC (41 oF) or above 35 oC (95 oF). (Operating the unit

beyond this range can cause the protection circuitry to function and render the unit
inoperable.)

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

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

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Getting Started

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

DVD-LX9

SERIAL NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE
DEALER NAME
DEALER ADDRESS

TELEPHONE NUMBER

User memo:

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

Manufactured under license from Digital
Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No.
5,451,942, 5,956,674, 5,974,380, 5,978,762
and other world-wide patents issued and
pending. “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround”
are registered trademarks of Digital Theater
Systems, Inc. C 1996, 2000 Digital Theater
Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.

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.

Listening caution

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.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of
sound. So what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing.
Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.
To establish a safe level:

≥Start your volume control at a low setting.
≥

Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.

Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
≥Leave it there.

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

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Getting Started

∫ Discs that cannot be played

PAL discs (DVD-Audio can 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.

∫ Built-in decoders

This unit can play discs with these symbols.

∫ Video systems

NTSC is used. This unit converts still picture
parts of PAL system DVD-Audio to NTSC for
play on NTSC television. 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.

Disc and Card information

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. 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.

∫ 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 24 for more information about
WMA, MP3, and JPEG.

HighMAT discs (➡ page 25)

∫ 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.

∫ 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 another begins, may not
play smoothly.

∫ Discs that can be played

Discs

DVD-RAM

[RAM]

DVD-Audio

[DVD-A]

DVD-Video

DVD-R

[DVD-V]

Video CD

SVCD

(conforming
to IEC62107)

[VCD]

CD

[CD]

CD-R/RW

—

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

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Getting Started

∫ To clean discs

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

Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

DVD-RAM, DVD-R

≥Clean 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.

SD Memory Card

SD

≥Play may not be possible sometimes due to

the condition of the data.

≥Operation is not guaranteed with

MultiMediaCard.

≥Do not eject the card or unplug the AC adaptor

while the unit is using the card. This can
corrupt your data.

∫ Handling precautions

Do not detach the label and do not attach other
labels.

Cards

∫ Cards that can be played

≥SD logo is a trademark.
≥Portions of this product are protected

under copyright law and are provided
under license by ARIS/SOLANA/4C.

≥Licensed AAC Patents (U.S. patent

numbers);
08/937,950 5,394,473 5,579,430
5,481,614 5,299,238 5,581,654
5848391 5,583,962 08/678,666
5,592,584 5,299,239 05-183,988
5,291,557 5,274,740 98/03037
5,781,888 5,299,240 5,548,574
5,451,954 5,633,981 97/02875
08/039,478 5,197,087 08/506,729
5 400 433 5 297 236 97/02874
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5,222,189 4,914,701 98/03036
5,703,999 5,264,846 5,717,821
5,357,594 5,235,671 5,227,788
08/557,046 5,268,685 08/392,756
5 752 225 07/640,550 5,285,498
08/894,844 5,375,189

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RQT6912

Getting Started

Control reference guide

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1 9-inch wide screen LCD
2 Stereo speakers

3 DC IN terminal (DC IN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

4 Headphone jack (Ë) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

5 Standby indicator (Í) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

6 Charge indicator (CHG) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

7 Remote control signal sensor

8 Card slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

9 Video output/input terminal

(VIDEO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

: Audio output/input, Optical digital

output terminal

(AUDIO, OPT OUT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35, 36

; Disc lid open button (OPEN) . . . . . . . . . 16

< Advanced surround button

(A.SURROUND). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

= Monitor mode button

(MONITOR MODE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

> Picture mode button

(PICTURE MODE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

? Skip buttons (:, 9) . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

@ Input select button

(DVD/SD/AUX). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

A Shuttle dial (6 SEARCH 5) . . . . . . 17

B Top menu button

(TOP MENU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 22

C Menu button (MENU) . . . . . . . . . 17, 22, 38

D Cursor jockey (3, 4, 2, 1)/

Enter button (ENTER) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Move the cursor jockey in the direction you
want to move the cursor.
You can turn the cursor jockey’s light on and
off (➡ page 31, “BLUE LED”).

E Display button (DISPLAY) . . . . . . . . 13, 32

F Volume buttons (VOL r, s) . . . . . . . . . 16

G Return button (RETURN) . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

H Pause button (;) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

I Stop/Off button (∫, – OFF) . . . . . . . . . . 17

J Play/On button (1, ON) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

K Release lever (2 RELEASE) . . . . . . . . . 12

∫ Main unit

∫ Multi cradle

Left side Right side

Buttons and terminals such as 3 function the same as the controls on the unit.

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∫ Remote control

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M Standby/on switch (Í). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

N Stop button (∫) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

O Audio button (AUDIO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

P Numbered buttons (1–9, 0, S10) . . . . . . 17

Q Group button (GROUP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

R Page button (PAGE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

S Play mode button (PLAY MODE) . . . . . 27

T Play button (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

U Angle button (ANGLE) . . . . . . . . . . . 26, 30

V Subtitle button (SUBTITLE) . . . . . . . . . . 30

W Cancel button (CANCEL) . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Although it is not labeled [ENTER], the
cursor jockey on the remote control
functions the same as the cursor jockey on
the main unit. Press it to enter selections.

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Open the LCD

Traditional Viewing

Slide

Click!

Enhanced Angle Viewing

Note

Close the LCD when moving the unit.
Do not carry by the LCD.

Compact viewing

Adjusting the angle
of the LCD

Change the angle of the LCD to suit your
viewing style.

1 Unwind speaker wire,

then fit the wire back
into the groove of the
speaker base.

2 Twist and pull off the vinyl tip.

3 Connect the speakers.

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RQT6912

Getting Started

Preparing the multi cradle and power supply

Household AC outlet

(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)

Fit so unit
clicks firmly
into place.

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

BEFORE USE

Make sure the built-in battery is attached
whenever you use the unit.

DC IN 9V

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Remove the
insulation sheet

When using only the player

Connect the AC adaptor directly to the player’s
DC IN terminal.

SPEAKER

HAUT

PARLEUR

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

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OUT

(480P/480I)

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2ch (MIX)

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Push the levers and insert the wires.

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No line

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DC IN 9V

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DC IN 9V

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DC IN

DC IN

4 Attach to cradle.

(When the unit is off)

Make sure built-in battery
is attached.

≥To conserve power

When the unit is not going to be used for a long
time, disconnect the AC power supply cord from
the AC outlet.
The unit consumes a small amount of power
(approx. 0.9 W, when in the multi cradle) when
in standby mode.

∫ To detach

(When the unit is off)

Pull the lever so the unit lifts off the cradle.

Multi cradle (AC adaptor)

Caution
Use the speakers only with
the recommended system.
Failure to do so may lead to
damage to the connected
equipment and/or the
speakers, and may result in
the risk of fire. Consult a
qualified service person if
damage has occurred or if
you experience a sudden
change in performance.

AUDIO

VIDEO

OPT OUT

SD CARD : PUSH RELEASE

RELEASE

When the unit is on and powered by the battery
pack

Press [DISPLAY].

The battery display appears on the LCD for a
few seconds to show the approximate remaining
charge.

(Appears automatically when there is f
a few minutes of charge remaining.) ----------}
≥Press [RETURN] to clear the on-screen menu

icons.

∫ If the unit is not to be used for a

long time

≥Detach the battery pack. (Even if the unit is off,

it still uses some power. This can drain the
battery completely and lead to a malfunction.)

≥Recharge the battery pack when you are

ready to use it again.

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RQT6912

Getting Started

∫ To confirm the battery charge≥Charge the battery pack before using it for the

first time.

≥Use together with the optional battery pack

(➡ page 14) for longer play.

≥For replacement (➡ page 4)

∫ To recharge

∫ (When the unit is off)

Attach the unit to the multi cradle (➡ left).
≥You can also connect the AC adaptor directly

to the player to recharge the battery.

[Recharging]

CHG

Full Low Recharge

Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)

∫ Recharging and play times

Times shown are approximate. Actual times
depend on operating conditions.

Recharging [at 20 oC (68 oF)]: 4 (13) hours

Play (in hours, at room temperature, using

headphones)

[CHG] lights

[Í] goes out

Recharging is complete when [CHG] goes
out. ([Í] lights.)

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DVD

SD

j5

2.5 (7.5)

3 (9)

0 (factory

preset)

2 (6)

2.5 (7.5)

i5

1.5 (4.5)

2 (6)

LCD brightness level

LCD off

3.5 (10.5)

8 (24)

≥Times for when used along with the optional

battery pack are in parentheses.

≥To change the LCD brightness (➡ page 31).

(Continued on the next page)

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RQT6912

Getting Started

Preparing the multi cradle and power supply

1

2

DC IN

This unit (Bottom)

Battery pack
Part number CGP-H501

≥Connect the AC adaptor directly to the player’s

DC IN terminal to recharge the battery pack.

∫ To detach (When the unit is off)

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∫ To attach the optional battery

pack (When the unit is off)

Use together with built-in battery pack.

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Bottom

Slide and hold.

∫ To attach (When the unit is off)

∫ To detach the built-in battery

pack (When the unit is off)

Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)

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Bottom

Push the battery so
it clicks into place.

Slide the pack so it
clicks and locks into place.

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RQT6912

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Car adaptor (optional)

Note

≥Read the car adaptor’s operating instructions

carefully.

≥In the interests of the traffic safety, do not

perform operations on the unit or watch video
while driving a vehicle.

≥You can enjoy sound through your car audio

system by connecting a car stereo cassette
adaptor (➡ page 4) to this unit’s headphone
jack.

DC IN 9V

Ë

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DC IN

To the cigarette
lighter socket

Car adaptor
Part number DY-DC95

This unit (Left side)

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Face + upwards.

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

30 ˚

30˚

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signal sensor

7 m
(23 feet)

The remote control

∫ Battery (Lithium battery)

Replacement: CR2025

∫ Use

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RQT6912

Basic Operations

[RAM] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

Preparations

≥Open the LCD (➡ page 11).
≥[RAM] Remove discs from their cartridges.

[1] Press [OPEN] to open the disc

lid and insert a disc.

Playing discs

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[2] Press and hold [1, ON] to

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The unit comes on automatically.

≥When a source other than DVD is

selected

≥Press [DVD/SD/AUX] to select “DVD”

and press [1] (Play).

≥If the disc contains both audio data

(WMA and MP3) and JPEG

≥Check “Mixed Disc-Audio&Stills” setting

in the SETUP menu (➡ page 42). Select
“Stills (JPEG)” or “Audio (MP3/WMA)”,
then open and close the lid so the unit
reads the disc again.

≥[CD] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

≥On-screen menu icons (➡ page 32) and

disc information [[WMA] [MP3] [CD]
(CD text only)] appear on the display.

[3] Adjust the volume.

Using headphones

Turn down the volume before connection,
and then adjust the level.

Clicks

The menu language is set to English, but
you can change it to French or Spanish
(➡ page 40, Display—Menu Language).
English is used in the examples.

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[2] [3]

Label up.
(With double-sided discs,
load so the label for the side
you want to play is facing up.)

Note

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$” appears on the LCD

≥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.

Close the disc lid by hand.

Headphones

3.5 mm (

1

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stereo

≥Play may not be possible when you hold the

unit at different angles.

Numbered
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To turn the unit off

Press and hold [∫, – OFF] until “OFF” appears
on the LCD.

Turning the unit on and off with the remote
control

Press [Í].
≥You cannot use the remote control to turn the

unit on when powered by the battery pack.

Auto standby function

The unit automatically turns off after being
stopped for 15 minutes (5 minutes when the
battery pack is being used).

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 (➡ below).

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

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

Group skip [JPEG]

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

OMain unitN Turn the shuttle dial.

OMain unitN Release the shuttle dial to restart play.

ORemote controlN Press [6] (backward) or [5] (forward).

ORemote controlN Press [1] (Play) to restart play.

You can turn off the sound during search (➡ page 40, Audio—Audio during Search).

While paused

OMain unitN Turn the shuttle dial.
ORemote controlN Press [6] (backward) or [5] (forward).
≥Press [1] (Play) to restart play.

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

Use [3, 4, 2, 1] to select an item and [ENTER] to confirm.
Or, press the numbered buttons.

To return to the menu

[DVD-A] Press [TOP MENU].
[DVD-V] Press [TOP MENU] or [MENU].

[VCD] Press [RETURN].

Stop

Pause

Skip

Search

Slow­motion

Frame­by-frame

Menus

Notes

≥The speed of search and slow-motion increases up to 5 steps.
≥Slow-motion and frame-by-frame only work on moving pictures.

When playing Video CDs

≥You cannot move backwards during frame-by-frame and slow-motion.
≥Turning the shuttle dial or pressing buttons to perform skip, search or slow-motion may take

you to a menu screen.

Chapter Preview [DVD-V]

The following message appears immediately
after you press [1] (Play).

Press [1] (Play) while the message is displayed
and the beginning portions of each chapter up
to the current one are played. Full play resumes
from the point where you stopped play.
(This feature works only within a title.)
If you do not press [1] (Play), the message
disappears and play starts from where you
stopped it.

Press PLAY to Preview Chapters

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Playing SD cards

SD

You can play the following types of data recorded on an SD Memory Card:

Still pictures [PICTURE]

JPEG files taken on digital cameras conforming to DCF

standards (set down by the Japan Electronics and
Information Technology Industries Association).

Moving pictures [MPEG4]

MPEG4 files (ASF format) taken on a digital video camera

or SD Multi AV Device.

Music [MUSIC]

MP3 and AAC audio files recorded with “Panasonic Media

Manager” or “SD-Jukebox”, software included with
Panasonic SD Multi AV Device and SD Audio Player.

Voice [VOICE]

G.726 files recorded on a digital video camera or

SD Multi AV Device.

Some files are not compatible with this unit and cannot be played back. For example:

–Moving picture files recorded using a digital still camera with moving picture function
–IC recorder voice files etc

SD Memory Card

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[2] Press and hold [1, ON] to turn

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When a source other than SD is
selected

Press [DVD/SD/AUX] to select “SD”.

[3] 1 Use [3, 4] to select the

mode and press [ENTER].

2 Use [3, 4, 2, 1] to select

a file and press [ENTER].

[PICTURE]

Press [:, 9] to show other
pictures.

[4] Adjust the volume.

Using headphones

Turn down the volume before connection,
and then adjust the level.

To stop and return to the list

Press [∫].

To pause play

Press [;] during play.
Press [1] (Play) to restart play.

To change the mode

Press [TOP MENU] then select the mode.

To turn the unit off

Press and hold [∫, – OFF] until “OFF” appears
on the LCD.

Turning the unit on and off with the remote
control

Press [Í].
≥You cannot use the remote control to turn the

unit on when powered by the battery pack.

Note

≥Menus and pictures may take some time to

appear.

[MUSIC]

If you have attached still pictures to an audio file
(using SD-Jukebox Ver. 3.0) the unit can also
show the first of these pictures.

Headphones

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Do not face the slot towards your face when
inserting and removing cards. The slot
mechanism has a spring so the card may
eject with force.

Beveled edge

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VOICE

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Playing SD cards

SD

[PICTURE]

While a picture is displayed

Press [1] (Play).

The pictures appear for five seconds each
starting at the picture where you started.

[PICTURE] [MPEG4] [MUSIC] [VOICE]

The settings you make here are maintained
even if you switch the unit to standby.

While stopped

Press [MENU].

Actual menus depend on the mode.
E.g., MPEG4

[MPEG4] [MUSIC]

1. While the menu is on the screen

1. Press [3, 4] to select “REPEAT”.

2. Press [2, 1] to select the item you want to

repeat.

1. ALL

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Repeats all the tracks in a play list if you have
selected a play list.

[PICTURE] [MPEG4] [MUSIC] [VOICE]

Choose whether to show information such as
the recording date and elapsed time.

1. While the menu is on the screen

1. Press [3, 4] to select “DISPLAY”.

2. Press [2, 1] to switch it on or off.

Slideshow— show still
pictures one after another

Skipping files

Fast forward and rewind—
SEARCH

[PICTURE] [MPEG4] [MUSIC] [VOICE]

During play

Press [:] or [9].

Each press increases the number of skips.

[MPEG4] [MUSIC] [VOICE]

During play

Press and hold [:] or [9].

[MPEG4]

The elapsed play time changes but the picture
stills during search.
≥If the elapsed play time doesn’t appear, set

DISPLAY to ON (➡ right).

Play resumes when you reach the beginning of
a file.

[VOICE]

There are two search speeds.

Accessing other features
with the menus

Repeat play

Switching the on screen
display on and off

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[MUSIC]

You can play the play lists you created with
“SD-Jukebox”.

1. While the menu is on the screen

1. Press [3, 4] to select “SELECT PLAYLIST”

and press [ENTER].
Example:

2. Press [3, 4] to select the play list and press

[ENTER].
Select the first play list A to play all the tracks
recorded on the card.

[MPEG4]

1. While the menu is on the screen

1. Press [3, 4] to select “SCREEN”.

2. Press [2, 1] to change the size.

1. FULL (zoom)()NORMAL

≥Picture quality worsens and parts of the

picture may be cut off when you select “FULL”.

To close the menu screen

Press [MENU].

Playing play lists Zooming pictures

∫ Recording to an SD card on a computer

You can copy still and moving pictures to your SD card by connecting it to a computer with a
USB Reader/Writer (BN-SDCAP) or PC card adapter (BN-SDABP).
Create folders as shown below.

Naming files

JPEG still pictures

Example:

MPEG 4 moving
pictures

Example:

≥SD_VOICE and SD_AUDIO are hidden folders

created when you record voice or audio files, and
play automatically on other equipment.

≥This unit needs the folders on SD cards to play the

files. Do not delete them on your computer.

≥“DCIM”, “SD_VIDEO”, “SD_VOICE” and “SD_AUDIO” are necessary to play files but have no

effect on operation.

≥You may be unable to play some files due to the origin of the copy, or the naming of folders

and files.

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SD_VC100

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JPEG files

MPEG4 files

Voice files

Music files

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MOL001.ASF

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Three characters
(numerals 0 to 9 and
letters A to F:
hexadecimal name)

Four
numbers

Ensure that none of the files in a folder have
the same last 4 (or 3) characters. Files so
named cannot be played.

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1 Press [TOP MENU].

Selecting programs to play
—DIRECT NAVIGATOR

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

Date CH

On

Contents

Program Title

12/23(SAT)

12/26(TUE)

1/12(FRI)

1/24(WED)

2/20(TUE)

101

42

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20:00

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19:05

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No

Saturday feature

Auto action

Sunday Cinema

Music

Baseball

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TOP MENU

2 Use [3, 4] to select the play

list.

3 Press [ENTER].

3. Use [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a scene and

press [ENTER].

3. ≥If there are more than 9 scenes, use [3,

4, 2, 1] to select “Next” and press
[ENTER]. Select “Prev” to move back.

≥You can also select items with the remote

control’s numbered buttons.

≥Select an item to start play
≥Programs and play lists: Press the numbered

buttons.

≥To select a two-digit number:
≥ e.g. “25”:[S10]>[2]>[5]
≥Scene list pages: Press the numbered buttons

then press [ENTER].

≥ e.g. “25”: [2]>[5]>[ENTER]

To display information about a program or
play list

1. Select the program or play list and move the

cursor jockey [1].

2. (For play lists) Use [3, 4] to select

“Contents” and press [ENTER].

Use [2, 1] to show other programs or play
lists.

To clear the list

DIRECT NAVIGATOR: Press [TOP MENU].
Play list: Press [MENU].
(The unit returns to the condition it was in before
you called up the list.)

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

Note

≥Titles appear only if you have entered them.
≥You cannot change titles.

PLAYLIST

SELECT

ENTER RETURN

1 10/17 0:46:35 028

NextPrev

001/004

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654

987

1. Select the play list and move the cursor

jockey [1].

2. Use [3, 4] to select “Scene List” and press

[ENTER].

Page/Total pages

2 Use [3, 4] to select the

program.

The selected program plays in the
background.

3 Press [ENTER].

Playing the programs or play lists on DVD-RAM

[RAM]

Playing specific scenes

Playing a play list

You can play a group of scenes, a play list,
created on other equipment such as a DVD
video recorder.

1 Press [MENU].

PLAYLIST

No

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10/17

10/24

11/29
12/22

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WMA/MP3, CD text and JPEG navigation menus

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[WMA] [MP3] [CD] (CD text only) [JPEG]

If the disc contains both audio data (WMA
and MP3) and JPEG

Check “Mixed Disc-Audio&Stills” setting in the
SETUP menu (➡ page 42). Select “Stills
(JPEG)” or “Audio (MP3/WMA)”, then open and
close the lid so the unit reads the disc again.

1 Press [TOP MENU].

WMA/MP3 Audio navigation menu

JPEG Album display

2 Use [3, 4] to select the track

or [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the
picture, and press [ENTER].

To show other pages, use [3, 4, 2, 1]
to select “Prev” or “Next” and press
[ENTER].
≥“0” indicates the track currently playing.

To exit the menu

Press [TOP MENU].

Track title search

[WMA] [MP3] [CD] (CD text only)

Example: finding a track including the word
“LOVE”.

1 While the menu is displayed

Use [3, 4] to select “Find”
and press [ENTER].

Another Pineapple
Board The Golden Ship
Fall In The Frozen
Violet Sky
Pink Island

NextFindPrev

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SELECT
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press [ENTER].

Only uppercase appear but the search
also includes lower case. Characters
change in alphanumeric order each time
you press [3].
≥Press [:, 9] to skip between A, E,

I, O and U.

≥Use [2] to erase a character.
≥You can enter numbers with the

numbered buttons.

Repeat this step to enter “O”, “V”, and “E”.

3 Use [1] to select “Find” and

press [ENTER].

The search results screen appears.

4 Use [3, 4] to select the track

and press [ENTER].

≥You can erase the asterisk (¢) to search for

the first word in a title.

To return to the menu

Press [RETURN].

001 Both Ends Freezing
002 Lady Starfish
003 Life on Jupiter
004 Metal Glue
005 Paint It Yellow
006 Pyjamamama
007 Shrimps from Mars
008 Starperson
009 Velvet Cuppermine
010 Ziggy Starfish

NextPrev

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Find

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DISPLAY

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To use the contents screen
to find a track [CD] (CD text only)

To use the tree screen to find
a group [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

You can use the text information recorded on
these discs to find a track to play.

1 While the menu is displayed

Use [1] while a track is
highlighted to display the
contents screen.

SELECT

ENTER RETURN

T 10 /14

MENU

Contents

Track 10 Title/Artist

Pink Island

Long John Platinum

Disc Title/Artist

SHIPWRECKED

ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK

2 Use [2, 1] to move through

the tracks and press [ENTER].

1 While the menu is displayed

[WMA] [MP3]

Use [1] while a track is
highlighted to display a tree
screen.

[JPEG]

Use [3, 4, 2, 1] to select
“Tree” and press [ENTER].

2 Use [3, 4] to select a group

and press [ENTER].

The audio navigation menu/album display
for the group appears.

To return to the menu

Press [RETURN].

Note

[WMA]

≥You cannot play WMA files that are copy

protected.

≥WMA files must have the extension “.WMA” or

“.wma”.

[MP3]

≥This unit is not compatible with ID3 tags.
≥If you play an MP3 track that includes still

picture data, it will take some time before the
music itself starts playing and the elapsed time
will not be displayed during this time. Even
after the track starts, the correct play time will
not be displayed.

≥MP3 files must have the extension “.MP3” or

“.mp3”.

[JPEG]

≥To view JPEG files on this unit:

≥– Take them on a digital camera that meets

the DCF (Design rule for Camera File
system) standard. Some digital cameras
have functions that are not supported by the
DCF standard like automatic picture rotation
which may render a picture un-viewable.

≥– Do not alter the files in any way or save

them under a different name.

≥– Ensure they have the extension “.JPG”,

“.jpg”, “.JPEG”, or “.jpeg”.

≥This unit cannot display moving pictures,

MOTION JPEG and other such formats, still
pictures other than JPEG (e.g. TIFF) or play
associated sound.

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

≥Discs must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2

(except for extended formats).

≥This unit is compatible with multi-session but if

there are a lot of sessions it takes more time
for play to start. Keep the number of sessions
to a minimum to avoid this.

Tree

G 8/16

MP3 music
001 My favorite
001 Brazilian pops
002 Chinese pops
003 Czech pops
004 Hungarian pops
005 Liner notes
006 Japanese pops

007 Mexican pops
008 Philippine pops
009 Swedish pops
001 Momoko
002 Standard number
001 Piano solo
002 Vocal

SELECT

ENTER RETURN

G 8
T 14
Total 123

SELECT
NUMBER

09

MENU

You cannot select groups that
contain no compatible files.

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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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.

A menu appears after you insert the disc.

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select then
press [ENTER].

When you press [ENTER]:

Menu: Takes you to the next menu

which shows play lists or
another menu

Play list: Play starts

≥To return to the menu screen

≥Press [TOP MENU].

≥To return to the menu above the current

one

≥Press [RETURN].

≥To change the menu background

≥Press [DISPLAY].
≥The background changes to the one recorded

on the disc.

∫ Selecting from the lists

1 While playing

Press [MENU].

2 Use [2] then [3, 4] to switch

between the play list, group
and content lists.

3 Use [1] then [3, 4] to select

an item and press [ENTER].

≥To exit the list screen

≥Press [MENU].

Note

Disable HighMAT disc play to use random and
program play.
To use program/random play

1. In the SETUP menu, set “HighMAT” to
“Disable” (➡ page 42).

2. Reinsert the disc and perform the necessary
operations (➡ page 27).

Playlist

Group

Less and less
And when I was born
Quatre gymnopedies
You've made me sad

2
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5

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09

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Content

Group 1

Few times in summer

1

Naming folders and files

At the time of
recording, prefix
folder and file
names with 3-digit
numbers in the
order you want to
play them (this may
not work at times).

002 group

001

001 group

001 track.mp3
002 track.mp3
003 track.mp3

003 group

001 track.mp3
002 track.mp3
003 track.mp3

001 track.mp3
002 track.mp3
003 track.mp3
004 track.mp3

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Playing

Playing HighMAT discs

HighMAT (High performance Media Access
Technology) is a new standard for storing audio,
image, and video data files on CD media. When
you create a HighMAT CD using compliant PC
software, you can make playlist settings and
also record text information such as titles and
artist names. File searching is made easy using
CDs recorded in HighMAT through use of a
versatile navigation system. CDs recorded in
HighMAT can also be played on your PC.

This unit is compatible with HighMAT discs
containing WMA, MP3, or JPEG data. There are
some differences from other WMA/MP3/JPEG
discs.

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Convenient features

Starting play from a
selected program, title,
track or picture

[RAM] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

Remote control only

Press the numbered buttons to
select the item (

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] and

press [ENTER]).

Play starts from the selected item.

To select a 2-digit number

e.g. 25: [S10]>[2]>[5]

e.g. 25: [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]
e.g. 25: [2]>[5]>[ENTER]

If the on-screen menu icons are on the LCD
(➡ page 32)

≥This works only when stopped with some

discs.

≥When playing DVD-Audio and you want to

start play from a track in a different group,
select the group first (➡ right).

Selecting still pictures—
Page Skip

[DVD-A]

During play

Press [PAGE].

The page changes each time you press the
button.

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Numbered
buttons

Rotating pictures

[JPEG]

Remote control only

While a picture is displayed

1 Press [ANGLE].
2 Use [3, 4] to select “Rotate

right” or “Rotate left” and
press [ENTER].

The picture rotates ninety degrees each
time you do this.

≥The rotation is canceled when you open the

disc lid, select another source, or switch the
unit to standby.

To clear the popup screen

Press [ANGLE].

Selecting groups to play

[DVD-A] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

1 Press [GROUP].

e.g. MP3

2 Use [3, 4] to select the group

number and press [ENTER].

3 Use [3, 4] to select the

track/picture number and
press [ENTER].

≥You can also select the group and

track/picture number with the numbered
buttons.

[DVD-A]

≥Playing all the groups in succession

(➡ page 27, All group play)

≥Playing bonus groups

Some discs contain bonus groups. If a
password screen appears after selecting a
group, enter the password with the numbered
buttons. Refer also to the disc’s jacket.

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Group No. Track No. in disc

Track No.
in group

Total No. of
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≥[DVD-V] Some items cannot be selected.
≥[DVD-A] If you select bonus groups, you

will have to enter a 4-digit password.

2 Press the numbered buttons

to select a track or a chapter
(

[WMA] [MP3] and press [ENTER]).

≥Repeat steps 1 and 2 to program other

items.

≥Times are not displayed when

programming DVD-Video and
WMA/MP3.

Changing the play
sequence

[DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3]

Remote control only
While stopped

Press [PLAY MODE].

The display changes each time you press the
button.

[A] All group ([DVD-A])_)[B] Program

^=OFF(=[C] Random(}

PROGRAM

Choose a title and chapter, then press ENTER.

No Time

TC

Press PLAY to start

Play

Clear

Clear all

SELECT

ENTER RETURN

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SELECT
NUMBER

09

3 Press [1] (Play).

≥[DVD-V] Some items cannot be played

even if you programmed them.

To add, change, or clear items

1 Use [3, 4] to select the program number

(No).

2 Do steps 1 and 2 to add or change items.

Press [CANCEL] to clear an item (or use
[3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Clear” and press
[ENTER]).

≥Press [6] or [5] to change pages.

To clear the whole program

Move to “Clear all” with [3, 4, 2, 1] and press
[ENTER]. The whole program is also cleared
when you open the disc lid, select another
source, or switch the unit to standby.

To select an item using the cursor jockey

Press [ENTER] and [3, 4] to select an item,
then press [ENTER] again to register the
number. All the items on a disc, a title or a
group are selected when you select “ALL”.

All group play

Program play

[DVD-A]

The unit plays tracks in all the groups on a disc.

Press [1] (Play).

You can select up to 32 items to play in the
order you choose.

1 [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [WMA] [MP3]

Press the numbered buttons
to select a group or a title.

e.g. DVD-Video

[A]

[B]

To exit the all group/program/random mode

Press [PLAY MODE] while stopped until the all group/program/random play screen disappears.

1 [DVD-A] [DVD-V]

Press the numbered buttons
to select a group or a title.

e.g. DVD-Video

[DVD-A]

≥You can select more than one group.

≥To enter all groups, select “All” using

[2, 1] and press [ENTER].

≥To deselect a group, press the

numbered buttons corresponding to the
group you want to clear.

≥If you select bonus groups, you will have

to enter a 4-digit password.

2 Press [1] (Play).

≥[DVD-V] Some titles cannot be selected.

Random play

[C]

Random Playback

Title

Press PLAY to start

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Repeat play

[RAM] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

During play
Do steps 1 to 4 on page 32 to select the desired
repeat play mode.

[RAM]

Program (PG)()Entire disc (A)()OFF

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During play list play
Scene (S)()Play list (PL)

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()OFF

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[DVD-A] [WMA] [MP3]

Track (T)()Group (G)

§2

()OFF

^--------------------------------------------------J

[DVD-V]

Chapter (C)()Title (T)

§2

()OFF

^-------------------------------------------------J

[VCD] [CD]

Track (T)()Entire disc (A)()OFF

^------------------------------------------------------J

[JPEG]

Group (G)()OFF

§1

“PL” is not displayed while playing a specific
play list scene.

§2

“All (A)” during all group, program and
random play.

≥You can also repeat play of content (“C”) and

group (“G”) on HighMAT discs.

If the Video CD has playback control

1. Press [∫].

2. Press the numbered buttons to select a track
to start play (➡ page 26).

3. Select the repeat mode (➡ above).

Note

≥This only works if the disc’s elapsed play time

is shown in the on-screen menu icons
(➡ page 33).

≥You cannot use repeat play to repeat an entire

DVD-Video, an entire WMA/MP3/JPEG disc or
all the play lists on a DVD-RAM.

∫ To repeat only your favorite

tracks/chapters

[DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3]

Start program play (➡ page 27) and select “A”
(➡ above).

OFF

Convenient features

Repeat Mode

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A-B Repeat

[RAM] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3]

You can repeat a section between point A and
point B within an item.

During play

1 Do steps 1 to 3 on page 32 to

select “A-B Repeat”.

2 Press [ENTER] to specify start

point A and end point B.

Each time you press the button

[-) Point A specified
l;
l Point B specified (A-B repeat starts)
l;
{= Normal play

Note

≥This feature works only within a program/track/

title.

≥The unit automatically determines the end of a

program/track/title as point B when the end of
the program/track/title is reached.

≥Subtitles around point A or B may fail to

appear.

OFF

Play Menu

A-B Repeat

Play Menu

Numbered
buttons

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Increasing your
enjoyment of movies

Marker

[RAM] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

You can mark up to 5 positions to play again.

[RAM]: 999 positions

[RAM]: If places have been marked (e.g., with a

DVD video recorder), they are displayed.

1 Do steps 1 to 3 on page 32 to

select “Marker”.

2 Press [ENTER].

[RAM]

Use [1] to select “¢”.

The unit is now ready to accept markers.

3 Press [ENTER] to mark a

position.

To recall a marker: [2, 1] ➡ [ENTER]
To erase a marker: [2, 1] ➡ [CANCEL]
To mark another position: [2, 1] ➡ [ENTER]

[RAM]

To mark the eleventh point and beyond

1. Use [2, 1] to select the marker pin icon.

2. Use [3, 4] to select “11– 20”.
You can select the next group when the current
group is full.
≥This feature doesn’t work while using a play

list.

≥The markers are ordered by time. This means

that the marker numbers can change when
you add and erase markers.

≥You can clear existing markers, but they are

restored when you open the disc lid, select
another source or switch the unit to standby.

Note

≥This feature doesn’t work during program and

random play.

≥Markers you add clear when you open the disc

lid, select another source, or switch the unit to
standby.

1–10

OFF

Marker

Advanced Surround

[RAM] [DVD-V] [VCD] (2-channel or over only)

Enjoy a surround-like effect with 2 speakers
(SP) (on other equipment) or headphones (HP).
If the disc has surround effects, the effect is
broadened and sound seems to come from
virtual speakers on either side.

Preparation

Turn off the surround effects on the other
equipment.

Press [A.SURROUND].

Each time you press the button:

e.g. SP

1 (Natural)>2 (Emphasized)>OFF (Cancel)

^---------------------------------------------------------}

To change the mode

[2]>[3, 4] to select “SP” or “HP”.

Optimum seating position

SP 1

SP 2

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SP OFF

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Note

≥Output from this unit will be in stereo (two

channels) when Advanced Surround is on.

≥Turn Advanced Surround off if it causes

distortion.

OWhen using the

television’s
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Television’s width

Distance A

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A.SURROUND

Play
Menu

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

During play

Press [AUDIO].

[DVD-V]

The number changes each time you press the
button.

[DVD-A]

[RAM] [VCD]

Each time you press the button:
LR>L>R

^-------------}

≥You can also use this button to turn the vocals

on and off on karaoke discs. Read the disc’s
instructions for details.

≥Play restarts from the beginning of the

soundtrack when playing DVD-Audio and
DVD-RAM soundtracks that are accompanied
by still pictures.

≥Even if a second soundtrack isn’t recorded on

a DVD-Audio, two soundtrack numbers will
normally be shown when you press [AUDIO].
The soundtrack currently playing is number 1.

≥Refer to [B] on page 33 for audio signal type

details.

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Changing soundtracks,
subtitle languages and angles

Some discs have multiple soundtracks, subtitle
languages and camera angles, and you can
change these during play.
≥“–” or “––” is displayed instead of the language

number in circumstances such as when no
language is recorded on the disc.

[VCD] (SVCD only)

Soundtrack and subtitle numbers may change even
if corresponding soundtracks are not recorded.

3/2.1 ch

Digital

1 English

192k24b 2ch

LPCM

1

1

[DVD-A] (Moving picture part) [DVD-V]

[VCD] (SVCD only):

You can change the subtitle number and turn
the subtitles on and off.

[RAM]: You can turn the subtitles on and off.

During play

Press [SUBTITLE].

The number changes each time you press the
button.

≥In some cases, the subtitle language is not

changed to the selected one immediately.

≥If the subtitles overlap closed captions

recorded on discs, turn the subtitles off.

To clear/display the subtitles

1. Press [SUBTITLE].

2. Press [1]. ([DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD])

3. Press [3, 4] to select “ON” or “OFF”.

∫ Changing the position and

brightness of the subtitles

[DVD-A] [DVD-V]

1. While the subtitle icon is on the
screen, use [2, 1] to highlight
“Subtitle Position” or “Subtitle
Brightness”.

2. Use [3, 4] to adjust.

≥Adjust position between 0 and j60 in 2 unit

steps.

≥For brightness, select “Auto” so the brightness

adjusts automatically against the background,
or a level between 0 and j9.

1

English

ON

1

Increasing your enjoyment of movies

Soundtrack playing

Sound track selected

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Soundtracks

Subtitles

[DVD-A] [DVD-V]

During play

Press [ANGLE].

The number changes each time you press the
button.

Angles

Subtitle Brightness

Subtitle Position

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Advanced Operations

Changing the monitor settings

Changing the size of the
picture

Select how to show 4:3-aspect pictures on the
LCD.

Press [MONITOR MODE].

Each time you press the button:

NORMAL_-)FULL_-)ZOOM_-]

^-OFF (no picture)<JUST(-------}

The picture mode and size

The picture shown on the LCD depends on the
mode and the size recorded on the disc
(➡ below).
≥If you are not using the LCD on this unit, select

“OFF” to conserve power.

≥(The [Í] indicator flashes.).

≥The LCD turns off if you close it.
≥“NORMAL” is the best setting to show

16:9-aspect pictures.

Picture quality

1 Press [PICTURE MODE].

2 Use [3, 4] to select the item.
3

Use [2, 1] to select the setting.

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MONITOR MODE

∫ To clear the screen

Press [PICTURE MODE].

BRIGHT

Brightens the picture.

≥Power consumption increases with the

≥level of brightness.

COLOUR

Adjust the shade of the picture's color.

SHARP

Adjusts the sharpness of the edges of the
horizontal lines.

GAMMA

Adjusts the brightness of dark parts of the picture.

AI MODE

Make a clear distinction between black and white.

BLUE LED

Turn the cursor jockey’s light on and off.
≥The cursor jockey flashes during some

operations, even if you select “OFF”.

Note

These changes are effective only for this unit’s LCD. Make changes to the television’s settings if you
have connected one.

NORMAL

FULL

Stretched

horizontally.

ZOOM

Stretched vertically

and horizontally.

JUST

Fills the screen for

a more natural

picture.

Te quiero

Te quiero

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Mode

Disc

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4:3

Letterbox

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BRIGHT
COLOUR
SHARP
GAMMA
AI MODE
BLUE LED

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On-Screen Menu Icons contain information
about the disc or unit. These menus allow you
to perform operations by changing this
information.

Common procedures

1 Press [DISPLAY].

Each time you press the button:

Disc information > Progress indicator

:;

Original display < Unit information

(➡ step 2)

[Unit\information\only]

While the leftmost icon is highlighted

2

Use [3, 4] to select the menu.

Each time you use the cursor jockey:

Play menu () Picture menu

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Display menu () Audio menu

3 Use [2, 1] to select the item.
4 Use [3, 4] to select the

setting.

≥Items with “3” or “4” above and below

can be changed by [3, 4].

≥Press [ENTER] if the setting does not

change after using [3, 4].

≥Some items require different operations.

Read the explanations on the following
pages.

Using On-Screen Menu Icons

For your reference

≥Depending on the condition of the unit

(playing, stopped, etc.) and the type of
software, there are some items you cannot
select or change.

≥When numbers are displayed (e.g.title No.),

the numbered buttons (remote control) are
also effective for setting. After entering
numbers, press [ENTER] to register the
setting.

To clear the icons

Press [RETURN] until they clear.

∫ To change the position of the icons

1. Use [2, 1] to select the Bar position
icon.

2. Use [3, 4] to move the icons.

2. (There are 5 positions.)

Progress indicator

Indicates how far you have played through an
item.

e.g. [DVD-V]

a Current position
b Condition–play, pause, or slow/search
c Changing the time display

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

≥Use [3, 4] to show the elapsed play time

or remaining time.

Elapsed play time

[VCD] (SVCD only) [WMA] [MP3]

For display only, cannot be changed.

Changing play speed

[DVD-A] (Moving picture part) [DVD-V]
(Dolby Digital only)
You can slow down or speed up play.
Use [2] (slower) or [1] (faster).
There are five speeds:

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0.8

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1.2

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1.4

≥After you change the speed:

≥–Output is in stereo.
≥–You cannot use Advanced Surround.
≥–Digital output switches to PCM.
≥–Sound is stereo as long as “k1.0” is orange.

To return to normal play

Press [1] (Play).

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Disc information

a PG: Program number [RAM]

PL: Playlist number [RAM]
T: Title number [DVD-V]
T: Track number [VCD] [CD]
G: Group number

[DVD-A] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

b C: Chapter number [DVD-V]

T: Track number [DVD-A] [WMA] [MP3]
P: Picture number [JPEG]

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

≥Use [3, 4] to show the elapsed play time

or remaining time.

[DVD-A] [VCD] [CD]

[)Elapsed play time
l:;
l Remaining time for the track
l:;
{)Remaining time for the disc/group

[RAM] [DVD-A] [DVD-V]

≥Select a position to start play by specifying

a time with the numbered buttons and
press [ENTER].

Elapsed play time

[VCD] (SVCD only) [WMA] [MP3]

For display only, cannot be changed.

d Soundtrack language

(See [A] right for language abbreviations.)

Audio signal type

(See [B] right for details.)

Audio Mode (➡ page 30, Soundtracks)
Karaoke vocal on/off (Karaoke DVD only)

[DVD-V]

Solo: OFF or ON
Duet: OFF, V1iV2, V1 or V2

Current bitrate [WMA] [MP3]
Current sampling frequency [WMA] [MP3]

e Subtitle language

(See [A] right for language abbreviations.)

Subtitles on/off

[RAM] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] (SVCD only)
ON()OFF

Track Information on/off

[WMA] [MP3] [CD] (CD text only)
ON()OFF

Picture information [JPEG]

Date()Full()OFF

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f Angle number (➡ page 30)
g Menu play [VCD]

Indicates whether menu play (playback
control) is on or off.

h Track/picture number in disc

Total number of tracks/pictures on disc

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

i Still picture number [DVD-A]

Selected picture is shown during play.

j Slideshow setting [JPEG]

ON()OFF

Slideshow timing [JPEG]

0 sec–30 sec

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ENG: English POR: Portuguese
FRA: French RUS: Russian
DEU: German JPN: Japanese
ITA: Italian CHI: Chinese
ESP: Spanish KOR: Korean
NLD: Dutch MAL: Malay
SVE: Swedish VIE: Vietnamese
NOR: Norwegian THA: Thai
DAN: Danish ¢: Others

[B] Signal type/data

LPCM/PPCM/ÎDigital/DTS/MPEG:

Signal type
k (kHz): Sampling frequency
b (bit): Number of bits
ch (channel): Number of channels

e.g.: 3

/2 .1ch

.1: Low frequency effect

(not displayed if there is no
signal)

.0: No surround
.1: Mono surround
.2: Stereo surround (left/right)

.1: Center
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Unit information

Play menu Display menu

a A-B Repeat (➡ page 28)
b Repeat Mode (➡ page 28)
c Play mode display

[DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3]

---: Normal play
PGM: Program play
RND: Random play
ALL: All group play ([DVD-A])

d Marker (➡ page 29)

Picture menu

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

Select how to show images made for 4:3
aspect screens on a 16:9 aspect television.
Normal: laterally stretches images made

for a 4:3 screen.

Auto: expands suitable 4:3 letterbox

images to fill more of the screen.
Other images appear in full in the
center of the screen.

Shrink: images appear in the center of the

screen.

Zoom:

expands all images to fill the
screen.

≥If your television has a similar feature, use

it instead for a better effect.

b Zoom [RAM] [DVD-A] (Moving picture part)

[DVD-V] [VCD]

Change the zoom ratio so the picture
expands to the optimum size to fill the
screen.

To select the aspect ratio:

[ENTER]>[2, 1]>[ENTER]

[>4:3 Standard()European Vista(----]
u

v

Cinemascope2 16:9 Standard

ef
{>Cinemascope1()American Vista(-}

To make fine adjustments to the zoom
ratio: [3, 4]

k1.00–k2.00

c Subtitle Position/Brightness (➡ page 30)
d Bitrate Display [RAM] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD]

ON()OFF
During play: Shows the average bitrate

(approximate values) of the
video being played

While paused: Shows the data volume of

the frame and type of
picture (I/P/B ➡ page 46,
Glossary)

To change the bitrate display:

0

Normal

0

dba c

1.00

t

Using On-Screen Menu Icons

a Picture Mode

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

N: Normal mode
C1: Mellows images and enhances detail in

dark scenes.

C2: Sharpens images and enhances detail

in dark scenes

b Video output mode

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

480I: Interlace video
480P: Progressive video

≥

You can change the video output mode only
when “Progressive Out (Component)” in the
SETUP menu is set to “Enable” (

➡

page 39).

≥When progressive output is on, closed

captions will not be displayed.

c Transfer mode [RAM] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD]

Select the method of conversion for progressive
output to suit the type of material being played
(Film and video

➡

page 46, Glossary).
Auto1 (normal): for viewing film material
Auto2: for viewing film material (the same as

Auto1, but able to convert 30-frame­per-second progressive video)

Video: for video material

Audio menu

a Advanced Surround (➡ page 29)
b Dialogue Enhancer [DVD-V]

(Dolby Digital/DTS, 3-channel or over only)
ON()OFF
The volume of the dialogue from the center
channel is raised when you select “ON”.

Current bitrate

A record of bitrates for
a sampling period.Average bitrate

f [2, 1]

v

Bitrate
Cur. 7.507 Mbps
Ave. 6.730 Mbps

5.0
Mbps

9.438 Mbps

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Advanced Operations

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.

Note

≥The equipment connections described are examples.
≥Peripheral equipment and optional cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated.
≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.

Change the settings in “Audio” (➡ page 40).

To enjoy stereo or Dolby Pro Logic

Connect a digital amplifier or system component
and change the settings in “Audio” (➡ page 40).

Connecting to a receiver or
amplifier with built in
decoders (Digital connection)

SUB

WOOFER

CENTER SORROUND

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

OUT

5.1ch
2ch (MIX)

FRONT

RLRL

L

+

-

SPEAKER

HAUT

PARLEUR

4≠

OPTICAL

CENTERSUB-

WOOFER

SURROUND

(L)

FRONT

(R)(R) (L)

AUDIO, OPT OUT

Amplifier

Speakers (Example)

You can enjoy surround sound by
connecting three or more speakers.

Optical fiber cable

Do not bend sharply.

Connecting to a receiver or amplifier with 5.1 audio input terminals
(Analog connection)

Change “Speaker Setting” (➡ page 40).
≥Use this connection to enjoy multi channel LPCM DVD-Audio.

Audio cable

This unit (Right side)

Using this unit with other equipment

Multi cradle

Note

≥You can only use DTS Digital Surround decoders that are compatible with DVD.
≥ There is no audio output when using a digital connection.

SD

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Advanced Operations

Using this unit with other equipment

Using this unit with a television

VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN

L

R

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

OUT

5.1ch
2ch (MIX)

FRONT

LRL

L

+

-

SPEAKER

HAUT

PARLEUR

4≠

Television

Audio/video cable

(not included)

yellowred white

Right side

Note

≥The speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not place near televisions, personal computers,

magnetized cards (bank cards, commuter passes, etc.) or other devices easily influenced by
magnetism.

≥Volume may be lower when playing DVDs than when playing other discs or during TV broadcasts.

If you turn the volume up, reduce it again so that a sudden increase in output does not occur.

Before connecting, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.
Do not connect the player through your video cassette recorder. The picture may not be played
back correctly due to the copy guard.

Audio/video cable (included)

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

Logic.

Enjoying higher
picture quality

yellow

red

white

yellow

black

yellowred white

Connecting the multi cradle

Connecting the player

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Advanced Operations

Press [DVD/SD/AUX] to select “AUX”.

Control play on the camera.

Auto standby function (➡ page 17) does not work while the “AUX” mode is on. Turn the unit off when
you have finished using it.

yellow

yellow

black

white

red

Audio/video cable

(included)

This unit (Right side)

Video camera

SPEAKER

HAUT

PARLEUR

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

S VIDEO

OUT

(480P/480I)

YPBP

R

SUB

WOOFER

CENTER SORROUND

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

OUT

5.1ch
2ch (MIX)

FRONT

RLRL

R

4≠

+

-

Television’s
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN
terminals

Television’s
S VIDEO IN
terminal

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal

These terminals can be used for either interlace or
progressive output and provide a purer picture than the S
VIDEO OUT terminal. Connection using these terminals
outputs the color difference signals (P

B/PR) and luminance

signal (Y) 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

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

same color.
≥After making this connection, change the black level for a

better picture (➡ page 39, Video— Black Level Control)

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.)

Video cable (not included)

S video cable (not included)

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

Note

There is no video output when connected with the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal.

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 SETUP menu, set “Progressive Out (Component)” to “Enable” (➡ page 39).

3. Change “Video output mode” to “480P” (➡ page 34).

≥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.

Watching video from a video camera

SD

Multi cradle

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Advanced Operations

RETURN

3421

ENTER

SETUP

CANCEL

Changing settings

Numbered
buttons

Common procedures

1 Press [SETUP] to show the

menus.

Disc

SELECT

Audio

Subtitle

Menus

Ratings

English

English

Automatic

Level 8

SETUP

TAB

2 Press [2, 1] to select the

menu’s tab.

The screen changes to display the menu.
Disc()Video()Audio

Others(===)Display

3 Press [3, 4] to select the

item and press [ENTER].

4 Press [3, 4] to select the

option and press [ENTER].

The screen now shows the menu again.

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

When you are finished

Press [SETUP].

For your reference

Press [MENU] on the main unit to access the
SETUP menus while stopped (unless a
DVD-RAM is loaded).

Using this unit with
other equipment

Recording to digital
recording equipment or
cassette tapes

≥Digital recording

You can record the digital signal directly to
digital recording equipment.
Connect the recording equipment with an optical
fiber cable (➡ page 35).

Note

≥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 29)
PCM Down Conversion: Yes (➡ page 40)
Dolby Digital/DTS Digital Surround: PCM
(➡ page 40)

≥Analog recording

You can record to a cassette deck or other
recording equipment. There are no limitations
on recording analog signals as there are with
digital signals.
Connect the recording equipment to
AUDIO, OPT OUT on the player with the
audio/video cable (included) (➡ page 36)
Or
FRONT L R [2ch (MIX)] on the multi-cradle
(➡ page 36).
[In the SETUP menu, set “Speaker Setting” to
“2-channel” (➡ page 40).]

e

u

e

u

SETUP

PLAY MODE DVD/SD/AUX

Í

∫;1

TOP MENU

DISPLAY

MENU

RETURN

A.SURROUND ANGLE

123

456

7890

AUDIO

CANCEL

S10

-TITLE

SUB

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Advanced Operations

This chart shows the settings for this unit. Change the settings to suit your preference and to
suit the unit to the environment in which it is being used. These settings are retained in
memory until they are changed, even the unit is turned off.

≥Underlined items are the factory presets.

Menus

Disc

Video

Items

Audio

Choose the preferred audio language.
English

French Spanish Original§1Other ¢¢¢¢

§2

Subtitle

Choose the preferred subtitle language.
Automatic

§3

English French Spanish Other ¢¢¢¢

§2

Menus

Choose the preferred language for disc menus.
English

French Spanish Other ¢¢¢¢

§2

Ratings

Set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play.
8 No Limit
1 to 7: Prohibits play of DVD-Video with corresponding ratings recorded on them.
0 Lock All

§1

The original language of each disc is selected.

§2

Input a code number with the numbered buttons (➡ page 42).

§3

If the language selected for “Audio” is not available, subtitles of that language will
automatically appear if available on that disc.

TV Aspect

Choose the setting to suit your television and preference.
4:3 Pan&Scan: Regular television

(to view 16:9 software in the pan and scan style)

4:3 Letterbox: Regular television

(to view 16:9 software in the letterbox style)

16:9

: Wide-screen television

Use the television’s screen modes to change the way the picture is
shown.

Progressive Out (Component)

Choose “Enable” to enable progressive output.
Disable

Enable

Still Mode

Specify the type of picture shown when paused.
Automatic

Field Frame

Black Level Control

Change the black level of the picture if you connected a television through the
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals.
Lighter

: When connected through VIDEO OUT or S VIDEO OUT.

Darker: When connected through COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y/PB/PR).



Entering a password

The password screen is shown when you select levels 0 to 7.

1. Input a 4-digit password with the numbered buttons.

1. ≥If you enter a wrong number, press [CANCEL] to erase it.

2. Press [ENTER].

1. ≥Do not forget your password.

3. Press [ENTER] to confirm the 4 digits.

≥Now, when you insert a DVD-Video that exceeds the ratings limit you set, a

≥message appears on the screen. Follow the on-screen instructions.

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Advanced Operations

Changing settings

Menus

Audio

Display

Items

Speaker Setting (Analog connection)

Choose the settings to suit your audio system and the listening environment.
Multi-channel: when 3 or more speakers are connected (➡ right).
2-channel

: when 2 speakers or an amplifier with a Dolby Pro Logic decoder is

connected.

PCM Down Conversion (Digital connection)
Select how to output audio with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz.
Select “Yes” if the equipment you connect cannot process signals with a sampling
frequency of 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz.
No

: Output as 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz.

Yes: Converted to 48 kHz or 44.1 kHz.
≥Signals are converted to either 48 kHz or 44.1 kHz despite the above settings if the

signals have a sampling frequency of over 96 kHz, or the disc has copy protection.

≥Some equipment cannot handle sampling frequencies of 88.2 kHz, even if they can

handle 96 kHz. Read your equipment’s operating instructions for details.

Dolby Digital (Digital connection)
Select “Bitstream” if the equipment can decode the signal.
Bitstream

PCM

DTS Digital Surround (Digital connection)
Select “Bitstream” if the equipment can decode the signal.
PCM

Bitstream

Dynamic Range Compression (Dolby Digital Only)
Change the dynamic range for late night viewing.

Off

On

Audio during Search

§

Choose whether to have sound during search.
On Off

§

Audio will be heard when playing some DVD-Audio despite the settings you make
here.

Menu Language

Choose the preferred language for these menus and the on-screen messages.
English

Français Español

On-Screen Messages

Choose whether to show on-screen messages or not.
On Off

IMPORTANT (Dolby Digital/DTS Digital Surround)
If the equipment cannot decode the signal, the setting must be changed to
PCM. If not, signals the equipment cannot process will be output, causing
high levels of noise which can damage your hearing and the speakers.

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Speaker setting

You need to change settings a, b, and c
when you select “Multi-channel” in “Speaker
Setting” (you have connected 3 or more
speakers).
≥When playing DVD-Audio, the unit may not

output as set here due to limitations imposed
by the unit or disc.

∫ Speaker presence and size (a)

1. Use [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the item and press [ENTER].

2. Use [3, 4] to select the setting and press [ENTER].

Icon examples: Surround speaker (L)

Large: When the speaker supports low-frequency (under 100 Hz) reproduction.
Small: Select when the speaker does not support low-frequency reproduction.

The front speaker setting changes to “Large” if you change the subwoofer setting to “No”. Connect
front speakers that can reproduce the bass range below 100 Hz if you do not connect a subwoofer.

∫ Delay time (b)

(Effective when playing multi-channel discs)

Place the speakers the same distance from the seating area for optimum surround sound. Change
the delay time if you have to place the center or surround speakers closer to the seating area.

1. Use [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the delay time box and press

[ENTER].

2. Use [3, 4] to adjust the delay time and press [ENTER].
Values

If distance A or B is greater than or equal to distance C, set to “0”. If
distance A or B is less than distance C, set as follows.

≥Center speaker (A) ≥Surround speakers (B)

acbca

SETUP

SELECT

ENTER

RETURN

msmsdB

0

dBdB

L

Exit

Test

LS

R

SW

C

RS

dB

0

0

0

0

0

abac

a

a
c

Surround (L) Surround (R)

LS

LS

Large Small No





(R)

(R)

(L)

(L)

AC

B

Difference (Approx.)

50 cm (11⁄2 feet)

100 cm (3 feet)

150 cm (5 feet)

200 cm (6 feet)

Setting

1.3 ms

2.6 ms

3.9 ms

5.3 ms

Difference (Approx.)

200 cm (6 feet)

400 cm (12 feet)

600 cm (18 feet)

Setting

5.3 ms

10.6 ms

15.9 ms

∫ Channel balance (c)

1. Use [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Test” and press [ENTER].

1. A test signal is output from the front left speaker and proceeds clockwise.

2. Use [3, 4] to adjust the volume of the center and surround speakers so they are the same
apparent volume as the front speakers (j3 dB to i3 dB).

1. ≥The front speakers cannot be adjusted here.

1. ≥No signal is output for the subwoofer. To adjust its volume, play something, then return to this

screen to adjust to suit your taste.

3. Press [ENTER].

1. The test signal stops.

When you are finished

Use [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Exit” and press [ENTER].

Front (L)

Front (R)

Subwoofer

Center

Front Front

Subwoofer

Surround

Surround

Listening
Position

Center

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Advanced Operations

Language code list

7678: Lingala
7684: Lithuanian
7775: Macedonian
7771: Malagasy
7783: Malay
7776: Malayalam
7784: Maltese
7773: Maori
7782: Marathi
7779: Moldavian
7778: Mongolian
7865: Nauru
7869: Nepali
7879: Norwegian
7982: Oriya
8083: Pashto, Pushto
7065: Persian
8076: Polish
8084: Portuguese
8065: Punjabi
8185: Quechua
8277: Rhaeto-Romance
8279: Romanian
8285: Russian
8377: Samoan
8365: Sanskrit
7168: Scots Gaelic
8382: Serbian
8372: Serbo-Croatian
8378: Shona
8368: Sindhi

6566: Abkhazian
6565: Afar
6570: Afrikaans
8381: Albanian
6577: Ameharic
6582: Arabic
7289: Armenian
6583: Assamese
6588: Aymara
6590: Azerbaijani
6665: Bashkir
6985: Basque
6678: Bengali; Bangla
6890: Bhutani
6672: Bihari
6682: Breton
6671: Bulgarian
7789: Burmese
6669: Byelorussian
7577: Cambodian
6765: Catalan
9072: Chinese
6779: Corsican
7282: Croatian
6783: Czech
6865: Danish
7876: Dutch
6978: English
6979: Esperanto
6984: Estonian
7079: Faroese

7074: Fiji
7073: Finnish
7082: French
7089: Frisian
7176: Galician
7565: Georgian
6869: German
6976: Greek
7576: Greenlandic
7178: Guarani
7185: Gujarati
7265: Hausa
7387: Hebrew
7273: Hindi
7285: Hungarian
7383: Icelandic
7378: Indonesian
7365: Interlingua
7165: Irish
7384: Italian
7465: Japanese
7487: Javanese
7578: Kannada
7583: Kashmiri
7575: Kazakh
7589: Kirghiz
7579: Korean
7585: Kurdish
7679: Laotian
7665: Latin
7686: Latvian, Lettish

8373: Singhalese
8375: Slovak
8376: Slovenian
8379: Somali
6983: Spanish
8385: Sundanese
8387: Swahili
8386: Swedish
8476: Tagalog
8471: Tajik
8465: Tamil
8484: Tatar
8469: Telugu
8472: Thai
6679: Tibetan
8473: Tigrinya
8479: Tonga
8482: Turkish
8475: Turkmen
8487: Twi
8575: Ukrainian
8582: Urdu
8590: Uzbek
8673: Vietnamese
8679: Volapük
6789: Welsh
8779: Wolof
8872: Xhosa
7473: Yiddish
8979: Yoruba
9085: Zulu

∫ To clean this unit, wipe with a

soft, dry cloth.

≥Use eyeglass cleaner to remove stubborn dirt

from the LCD.

≥Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to

clean this unit.

∫ 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.)

≥

Be careful not to touch the lens with your fingers.

Maintenance

Changing settings

Menus

Others

Items

HighMAT

Play HighMAT discs as HighMAT discs, or as regular WMA/MP3/JPEG discs.
(Reload the disc for the setting to be effective.)
Enable

: Play HighMAT discs as HighMAT discs.

Disable: Play HighMAT discs as regular WMA/MP3/JPEG discs.

Mixed Disc-Audio&Stills

Select the type of file played on discs containing both JPEG and WMA/MP3. (Reload
the disc for the setting to be effective.)

Audio (MP3/WMA)

Stills (JPEG)

DVD-Video mode

Select how to play pictures contained on some DVD-Audio.
The setting returns to “Off” when you remove the disc or turn the unit off.
Off

: DVD-Audio are played as DVD-Audio.

On: You can play DVD-Video content on DVD-Audio.

Demo

A demonstration of the unit’s on-screen displays starts when you select “On”.
The demonstration stops and the setting reverts to “Off” when you press a button
(except [MONITOR MODE], [PICTURE MODE], and [OPEN]).
Off On

Reference

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Reference

Troubleshooting Guide

No power.

Unit turns off
automatically.
Unit doesn’t work
when powered by
battery.

Cannot charge or the
[CHG] indicator fails to
light.

Play time dramatically
reduces after recharging.

≥Check connections to the AC adaptor or battery pack. <>
≥You cannot turn on the unit with the remote control if the unit is

powered by the battery pack.

≥The unit turns off after it has been stopped for about 15 minutes

(5 minutes when the unit is powered by the battery pack) to
conserve power. Turn the unit on again.

≥The unit and battery pack have protection circuitry that activate if they

become too hot or too cold. They will not work if this occurs. Use the
unit and battery pack between 5 oC (41 oF) and 35 oC (95 oF).

≥The battery pack can only be recharged when the unit is off.
≥The charging time increases when the temperature is too hot or too

cold, and charging may not be possible under some circumstances.

≥Check connection to the AC adaptor. <
≥The battery pack has reached the end of its service life (it can be

recharged about 300 times).

Operation

Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check
points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem:

In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-7262, or
e-mail [e-mail], or the website (http://www. panasonic.com).
In Canada, contact the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 1-800-561-5505,
or visit the website (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to you.

Reference pages are shown as black circled numbers <.

Power

No response when
buttons are pressed.

Play fails to start or
stops soon after
starting.

The file recorded on
SD is not displayed.

No operation with
remote control.

The audio soundtrack
or subtitle language
cannot be changed.

Subtitles not shown.

Angles cannot be
changed.

You have forgotten your
ratings password.
You want to reset the unit
to the factory settings.

≥Some discs prohibit certain operations.
≥If there is no response at all, the unit may have been affected by

lightning or static electricity. Try turning the unit off and on again.
Alternatively, turn the unit off, disconnect the power source (AC or
battery pack) reconnect the power and turn the unit on again.

≥Condensation may have formed in the unit.

Wait 1 or 2 hours for it to clear.

≥This unit cannot play discs other than those specified. 8
≥Clean the disc. 9
≥Ensure the disc is inserted correctly. @
≥Check that the disc has something recorded on it.

≥Some files are not compatible with this unit and cannot be played

back. For example:
–Moving picture files recorded using a digital still camera with

moving picture function

≥–IC recorder voice files etc

≥Check that the battery is inserted correctly. ?
≥Replace the battery if it is drained. ?
≥Aim the remote control at the remote control signal sensor. ?

≥This function is dependent on software availability.
≥Some DVDs require you to change the languages through menus.

≥This function is dependent on software availability.
≥Turn the subtitles on. N
≥Subtitle position is wrong. Adjust the position. N

≥This function is dependent on software availability.

There may be parts of multi-angle DVDs where different angles are not recorded.

≥

Do the following to reset the unit to its original factory settings (SD settings
are unaffected). While the unit is stopped, press and hold [;], [

:

]

(backward), and [

1

, ON] on the main unit for about 3 seconds until the

message “Initialized” disappears from the display, then turn the unit off.

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Troubleshooting Guide

Operation

Sound

≥Move unit away from mobile phones.
≥The speaker is off if the LCD is closed or headphones are connected.

≥Turn up the volume. @
≥Check all connections and settings. S–U, X, Y

≥Check input mode of the other equipment.
≥Advanced Surround may cause distortion with some discs.

Turn Advanced Surround off if this occurs. M

≥

Output from this unit will be in stereo (two channels) when Advanced Surround
is on. Turn Advanced Surround off if you are using three or more speakers.

M

≥

Some DVD-Audio specify the number of channels to be played and prohibit
down-mixing to 2 channels. Read the disc’s instructions for details.

≥Press [1] (Play) to restore normal play after changing the speed. P
≥Noise may occur when playing WMA files.
≥ There may be some noise output when playing MPEG4 and

VOICE files, but this is normal.

≥Dialogue Enhancer and Advanced Surround do not work when the

unit is outputting bitstream signals.

≥

Advanced Surround does not work if you have changed the play speed.

P

SD

There is a lot of noise.

No sound from the
unit’s speaker.

No sound from other
speakers.
Distorted sound.

Sound effects do not
work.

Picture

The LCD is dark.

Picture distorted.

Menus not displayed
correctly.

No picture on the LCD

Picture from another
unit not shown on the
LCD.

Picture doesn’t appear
on the television (or
the size of the picture
seems wrong).

There is ghosting
when progressive
output is on.

LCD pixels turn black
or radiate different
colors.

≥Adjust the brightness. O
≥Some disruption is normal during SEARCH.

≥ Picture quality may worsen or some frames may be skipped

when viewing MPEG4, but this is normal.

≥Restore the zoom ratio to k1.00. R
≥Set the subtitle position to 0. N
≥Set “4:3 Aspect” to “Normal”. R

≥Select a picture mode other than “OFF” (no picture). O
≥Check connections. U

≥Ensure the input setting is correct. U
≥Ensure the power of the connected equipment is on.

≥Check connections. T, U
≥Check that the television is on.
≥Check that the input mode on the television is correct.
≥Check the settings in “Video—TV Aspect”. W
≥Use the television to change the aspect to the correct one. If your

television cannot change the aspect when input is progressive,

try changing 4:3 Aspect with the on-screen menu icons. R

≥

Turn off the zooming feature of your television if you are using Variable Zoom.

R

≥Ensure that the unit is connected directly to the television, and is not

connected through a video cassette recorder. T

≥Change “Video output mode” to “480I”. This problem is caused by

the editing method or material used on DVD-Video, but should be
corrected if you use interlace output. R

≥

The LCD is constructed with precision technology so 99.99 % of the pixels
are active, but of the remaining of 0.01 %, there are pixels that may be
black or emit light constantly. This phenomenon is not a malfunction.

SD

The unit doesn’t play the
data type (WMA/MP3 or
JPEG) selected in the
“Mixed Disc-Audio&Stills”
in the SETUP menu.

Reload the disc for the setting to be effective. Open and close the
disc lid, then press [1] (Play) to start play.

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On-Screen Menu Icons
are cut off.

No On-Screen display.

“Check the disc.”

“The progressive out is
set to “Disable””

“X”

“CHECK CARD”

“NO FILE”

“PLEASE
RE-OPERATE”

“ ERROR 01”

“ ERROR 02”

“ ERROR 03”

“H ∑∑”

∑∑ stands for a
number.
“U11”

≥Use [3, 4] while the Bar position icon is highlighted to move them

down. P

≥Go to the Display menu in the SETUP screen, and select “On” for

“On-Screen Messages”. X

≥Clean the disc. 9
≥Go to Video in the SETUP menus, and select “Enable” in

“Progressive Out (Component)”. W

≥You are trying to play incompatible or corrupted data. This data

cannot be played.

≥The card cannot be played.
≥Data the unit can play is not recorded on the card.
≥Turn the unit off and on again. Alternatively, turn the unit off,

disconnect the power source (AC or battery pack) reconnect the
power and turn the unit on again.

≥A problem has occurred with the battery pack. Consult your dealer.
≥The battery pack has been recharging for 12 hours but has failed to

recharge for some reason. Recharge again.

≥You are recharging in a location that is too hot or too cold.

Recharge at normal temperature.

≥Trouble has occurred. The number appearing after H depends on

the problem. Turn the unit off and on again. Alternatively, turn the
unit off, disconnect the power source (AC or battery pack) reconnect
the power and turn the unit on again.
If the service numbers fail to clear, note the service number and
contact a qualified service person.

Note

The following do not indicate malfunction.

≥Sound from the AC adaptor during recharging.
≥The battery pack warming up when recharging or during use.
≥The surface and area around the card slot becoming warm when used over long periods.

The [Í] indicator
flashes rapidly.

The [Í] indicator
flashes slowly.

The [CHG] indicator
flashes rapidly.

The [CHG] indicator
flashes slowly.

≥The unit has malfunctioned. Consult your dealer.

≥The unit is on and the LCD is closed or the display mode is set to

“OFF” (no picture). Turn the unit off when you have finished.

≥There is a problem with the battery pack. Turn the unit on and check

the message on the LCD (see above).

≥Battery pack charge is low. The unit will turn off automatically after a

few minutes. =

[Í] and [CHG] indicators

Displays

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Bitstream

The digital form of multi-channel data (e.g.,

5.1 channel) before decording.

Decoder

A decoder restores the coded audio signals on
DVDs to normal. This is called decoding.

Dolby Digital

This is a method of coding digital signals
developed by Dolby Laboratories. Apart from
stereo (2-channel) audio, these signals can also
be multi-channel audio. A large amount of audio
information can be recorded on the disc using
this method.

Dolby Pro Logic

A surround system where a 4-channel audio
track is recorded as 2 channels and then is
restored to 4 channels for play. The surround
channel is monaural and can reproduce up to
7 kHz.

DTS (Digital Theater Systems)

This surround system is used in many movie
theaters around the world. There is good
separation between the channels, so realistic
sound effects are possible.

Dynamic range

Dynamic range is the difference between the
lowest level of sound that can be heard above
the noise of the equipment and the highest level
of sound before distortion occurs.

Film and video

DVD-Videos are recorded using either film or
video. Usually, film is recorded at 24 frames per
second, the rate movies are filmed at, while
video is recorded at 30 frames per second.

Frame still and field still

Frames are the still pictures that make moving
pictures. About thirty are shown each second. A
frame still may appear blurred but overall quality
is high.
Two fields appear alternately to make up one
frame. A field still is not blurred but picture
quality is lower.

Interlace and progressive output

NTSC, the video signal standard, has 480
interlaced (I) scan lines, whereas progressive
scanning uses twice the number of scan lines.
This is called 480P.

I/P/B

MPEG 2, the video compression standard
adopted for use with DVD-Video, codes frames
using these 3 picture types.
I: Intra coded picture

This picture has the best quality and is the
best to use when adjusting the picture.

P: Predictive coded picture

This picture is calculated based on past I or
P-pictures.

B: Bidirectionally-predictive coded picture

This picture is calculated by comparing past
and future I and P-pictures so it has the
lowest volume of information.

Linear PCM (pulse code modulation)

These are uncompressed digital signals, similar
to those found on CDs.

Playback control (PBC)

If a Video CD has playback control, you can
select scenes and information with menus.

Glossary

Product Service

1. Damage requiring service—The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if:

1. (a) The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has been damaged; or

1. (b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or

1. (c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or

1. (d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or

1. (e) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.

2. Servicing—Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these operating
instructions. Refer all other servicing to authorized servicing personnel.

3. Replacement parts—When parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts specified by the
manufacturer or parts that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized
substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

4. Safety check—After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform safety checks to confirm that
the unit is in proper working condition.

For product information or assistance with product operation:

In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-7262, or
e-mail [e-mail], or the website (http://www.panasonic.com).
In Canada, contact the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 1-800-561-5505,
or visit the website (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to you.

Product information

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Battery pack CGR-H604 (lithium ion):

Voltage: 7.2 V
Capacity: 3000 mAh

Dimensions (excluding protrusions):

232 (W)k173.5 (D)k30.7

§

(H) mm

[9

2

⁄16q (W)k627⁄32q (D)k17⁄32q (H)]

§

24.6 mm (31⁄32q) at lowest point

Mass: 1200 g (42.3 oz.)
∫ Multi cradle
Composite-video output:

Output level: 1 Vp-p (75 ≠)
Output terminal: RCA pin-jack
Number of terminals: 1 system

S-video output:

Y output level: 1 Vp-p (75 ≠)
C output level: 0.286 Vp-p (75 ≠)
Output terminal: S-video jack
Number of terminals: 1 system

Component-video output

(Progressive compatible):
Y output level: 1 Vp-p (75 ≠)
P

B output level: 0.525 Vp-p (75 ≠)

P

R output level: 0.525 Vp-p (75 ≠)

Output terminal: RCA pin-jack
Number of terminals: 1 system

Audio output:

Output level: 1.5 Vrms (1 kHz, 0 dB, 10 k≠)
Output terminal: RCA pin-jack
Number of terminals: 5.1 ch discreet output

1 system

Included speakers: 2Wi2 W stereo output
Power supply: DC 9 V (DC IN terminal)
Power consumption

(using included AC adaptor):

27 W (when connected

to main unit and playing)

Dimensions (excluding protrusions):

238 (W)k182 (D)k38 (H) mm
[9

6

⁄16q (W)k73⁄16q (D)k11⁄2q (H)]

Mass: 680 g (24.0 oz)

∫ Common
Operating temperature range:

i5 to i35 oC (i41 to i95 oF)

Operating humidity range:

10– 80 % RH (no condensation)

AC adaptor:

Power source: AC 100 –240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption: 38 W
DC output: 9 V, 2500 mA

Note

Specifications are subject to change without
notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.

Power consumption in standby mode

(using included AC adaptor):
Main unit: 0.8 W
Multi cradle: 0.9 W (when connected

to main unit)

Specifications

∫ Main unit
Discs played: DVD-RAM (DVD-VR format)

DVD-Video, DVD-Audio

Music CD [CD-DA (CD-TEXT compatible)]

Video CD

CD-R/CD-RW [CD-DA (CD-TEXT compatible),

Video CD, MP3, WMA, JPEG,

HighMAT Level 2 (Audio and Image)]

DVD-R (finalized as DVD-Video)

SD played:

Media: SD Memory Card
Image: JPEG
Video: MPEG4
Voice: G.726
Audio: MPEG2-AAC, MP3

(Sampling frequency:

32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz)

Signal system: NTSC
LCD screen: 9q α-Si, TFT wide-screen LCD

(VGA 800k480kRGB pixels)

Composite-video output/input:

Output/input level: 1 Vp-p (75 ≠)
Output/input terminal: Mini-jack
Number of terminals: 1 system (output/input)

Audio output/input:

Output/input level: 1.5 Vrms

(1 kHz, 0 dB, 10 k≠)

Output/input terminal: Stereo mini-jack
Number of terminals: 1 system (output/input)

Audio performance:

(1) Frequency response:

(1) ≥DVD (linear audio):

4 Hz–22 kHz (48 kHz sampling)
4 Hz–44 kHz (96 kHz sampling)

(1) ≥DVD-Audio:

4Hz– 88 kHz (192 kHz sampling)

(1) ≥CD audio: 4 Hz–20 kHz

(2) S/N:

(1) ≥CD audio: 115 dB

(3) Dynamic range:

(1) ≥DVD (linear audio): 98 dB
(1) ≥CD audio: 97 dB

(4) Total harmonic distortion:

(1) ≥CD audio: 0.008 %

Digital audio output:

Output terminal: Mini optical terminal
Number of terminals: 1 system

(also used for audio output/input)

Built-in speakers: 1Wi1 W stereo output
Pickup:

Wave length: 658 nm/790 nm
Laser power: CLASS II/CLASS I

Power supply: DC 9 V (DC IN terminal)/

DC 7.2 V (Battery terminal)

Power consumption

(using included AC adaptor):

17 W (Unit only: 13 W)

Recharging 13 W

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

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation
of America

One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey
07094

Panasonic Sales Company, Division of
Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc.

Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto
Rico 00985

Panasonic DVD Player/Recorder

Limited Warranty

Limited Warranty Coverage

If your product does not work properly because of a
defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic
Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales
Company (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”)
will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart
below, which starts with the date of original purchase
(“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your
product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it
with a new or a refurbished product. The decision to
repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.

Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions

This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in
materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER
normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The
warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which
occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by
products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which
result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect,
mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty
installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of
consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line
surge, lightning damage, modification, or commercial
use (such as in a hotel, office, restaurant, or other
business), rental use of the product, service by anyone
other than a Factory Servicenter or other Authorized
Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT
AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY
COVERAGE”. THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE
FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT,
OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS
WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for

lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of media
or images, data or other recorded content. The items
listed are not exclusive, but are for illustration only.) ALL

EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING
THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE
LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED
WARRANTY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on
how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions
may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to
state. If a problem with this product develops during or
after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer
or Servicenter. If the problem is not handled to your
satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s Consumer
Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the
warrantor.

PARTS AND SERVICE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED
BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR
RESPONSIBILITY.

Product or
Part Name

DVD Player

DVD Recorder

Rechargeable
Batteries,
DVD-RAM Disc
(in exchange for
defective item)

Parts

One (1) Year

One (1) Year

Ten (10) Days

Labor

Ninety (90) Days

One (1) Year

Not Applicable

During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no
charge for labor. During the “Parts” warranty period,
there will be no charge for parts. You must carry-in or
mail-in your product during the warranty period. If
non-rechargeable batteries are included, they are not
warranted. This warranty only applies to products
purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto
Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original
purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”.
A purchase receipt or other proof of the original
purchase date is required for warranty service.

Carry-In or Mail-In Service

For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call
1-800-211-PANA (7262) or visit Panasonic Web Site:
http://www.panasonic.com
For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales
Company (787)-750-4300 or fax [phone].

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Customer Services Directory

For Product Information, Operating Assistance, Literature Request, Dealer
Locations, and all Customer Service inquiries please contact:
1-800-211-PANA (7262), Monday–Friday 9 am–9 pm;
Saturday–Sunday 9 am–7 pm, EST.
or send e-mail:
[e-mail]
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855

Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com
You can purchase parts, accessories or locate your
nearest servicenter by visiting our Web Site.

1-800-332-5368 (Customer Orders Only)
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277
Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032
(6 am to 5 pm Monday–Friday; 6 am to 10:30 am Saturday; PST)
(Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, Check)

Service in Puerto Rico

Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company/Factory Servicenter:

Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Phone [phone] Fax [phone]

Accessory Purchases:

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America

One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

http://www.panasonic.com

Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. (“PSC”)

Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Panasonic Canada Inc.

5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3

www.panasonic.ca

C 2003 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

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