Panasonic DVD-RV41 User Manual

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Operating Instructions

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Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product.

For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.

These ope'ating -nstructions cve applicable to models DVD-RV41 and 0VD-RV31. Operations in these instructions arc described mainly \.vith the remote con-r»l. but you car du tlie operations on the main unit If the controls are the same.

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Table of contents

Getting started

Accessories............................................................ 2

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS........................................ 3

Caution tor AC Mains Lead

Disc information..................................................... 5

Disc handling

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The remote control................................................. 6

Control reference guide Connection to a television Selecting TV screen type

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Accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accesso

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□ Remote control

(VEQ2380)

□ Batteries

for remote control

[□ AC mains lead

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ries. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.

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For Australia and N.Z.

(RJA0035-X)

Basic play

Resume function Starting play from a selected title or track

Skipping chapters or tracks...................................................... 12

Frame-by-frame viewing Fast forward and rewind-SEARCH

Slow-motion play...................................................................... 12

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Changing soundtracks, subtitle languages and

angles................................................................ 13

Increasing your enjoyment of movies

ADVANCED SURROUND CvfsfsD.......................................... 14

BASS PLUS ............................................................................ 14

DIALOGUE ENHANCER ........................................................ 15

CINEMA .................................................................................. 15

ONE TOUCH CINEMA MEMORY

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Repeat play........................................................... 16

Repeat play.............................................................................. 16

A-B repeat play

Changing the play sequence

Program play/Random play

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Using GUI screens .............................................. 18

Common procedures................................................................ 18

Screen for disc information

Shuttle screen.......................................................................... 19

Screen for unit information........................................................20

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Changing initial settings..................................... 21

Common procedures................................................................21

Summary of initial settings........................................................22

Speaker setting.........................................................................24

Digital output.............................................................................25

Entering a password.................................................................25

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□ Audio/video cable

(VJA0788-D)

The included AC mains lead is for use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment.

Home Theater

Connecting an amplifier with 5.1 -channel

audio input terminals

Connecting an amplifier with a built-in decoder or a decoder-

ampiifier combination Connecting an analog amplifier or system component Connecting a digital amplifier or system component

Connecting an active subwoofer (optional)...............................28

Recording to MDs or cassette tapes.........................................28

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Glossary............................................................... 29

Troubleshooting guide

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Maintenance......................................................... 31

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

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CAUTION!

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.

USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORM ANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECI FIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

WARNING;

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN, SPLASHING, DRIPPING OR MOISTURE.

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VAROITUS!

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VAROITUS:

TULIPALO-, SÄHKÖISKUVAARAN TAI MUUN VAHINGON VÄHENTÄMISEKSI El LAITETTA SAA ALTISTAA SATEELLE, ROISKEELLE, VESIPISAROILLE TAI KOSTEUDELLE.

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DETTE PRODUKTET ANVENDER EN LASER. BETJENING AV KONTROLLER, JUSTERINGER ELLER ANDRE INNGREP ENN DE SOM ER BESKREVENT I DENNE BRUKSANVISNING, KAN FORE TIL FARLIG BESTRÀLING. DEKSLER MÀ IKKE ÀPNES, OG FORS0K ALDRI À REPARERE APPARATET PA EGENHÀND. ALT SERVICE OG REPARASJONSARBEID MÀ UTF0RES AV KVALIFISERT PERSONELL.

Placement

Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These condi tions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby short ening the unit’s service life.

Piace it at least 15 cm away from waii surfaces to avoid distortion and unwanted acousticai effects.

Do not place heavy items on the unit.

Voltage

Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload the unit and cause a fire.

Do not use a DC power source. Check the source carefully when setting the unit up on a ship or other piace where DC is used.

AC mains lead protection

Ensure the AC mains lead is connected correctly and not dam aged. Poor connection and lead damage can cause fire or electric shock. Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the lead.

Grasp the plug firmly when unplugging the lead. Pulling the AC mains lead can cause electric shock.

Do not handle the plug with wet hands. This can cause electric shock.

Foreign matter

Do not let metal objects fall inside the unit. This can cause electric shock or malfunction.

Do not let liquids get into the unit. This can cause electric shock or malfunction. If this occurs, immediately disconnect the unit from the power supply and contact your dealer.

Do not spray insecticides onto or into the unit. They contain flam mable gases which can ignite if sprayed into the unit.

Service

Do not attempt to repair this unit by yourself. If sound is interrupted, indicators fail to light, smoke appears, or any other problem that is not covered in these instructions occurs, disconnect the AC mains lead and contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Electric shock or damage to the unit can occur if the unit is repaired, disas sembled or reconstructed by unqualified persons.

Extend operating life by disconnecting the unit from the power source if it is not to be used for a long time.

ADVARSEL;

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Caution for AC Mains Lead

(For United Kingdom)

(“EB” area code model only)

For your safety, please read the following text carefully.

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin

mains plug for your safety and convenience.

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A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure

that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere

and that it is approved by ASIA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASIA mark <%> or the BSI mark ^ on the body of the fuse.

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

CAUTION!

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUIT ABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE RE MOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DIS

POSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRI CAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS IN SERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL ^ OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREENA'ELLOW.

THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF—KEEP DRY.

Before use

Remove the connector cover.

How to replace the fuse

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

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

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accor dance with the following code: Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live. As these colours may not correspond with the col oured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or col oured Black or Blue. The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or col oured Brown or Red.

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

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Disc information

Discs that can be played Q

Disc type

DVD-Video

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Region number

See below PAL/NTSC for details.

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Video system

PAL/NTSC

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Region numbers are allocated to DVD players and software accord

ing to where they are sold.

• For the United Kingdom and Continental Europe ; “2”

• For Australia and N.Z.: “4”

• For Asia : “3”

DVDs can be played on this unit if their region number is the same or includes the same number, or if the DVD is marked “ALL”. Confirm the region number for this unit before choosing discs. The number for this unit is indicated on the rear panei of the unit. ® (Back of the unit) © Disc

■ Discs that cannot be played

DVD-Audio, DVD-ROM, DVD-R/DVD-RAM, CD-ROM, VSD, CDV, CD-G, +RW, DVD-RW, CVD, SVCD, SACD, Divx Video Discs and Photo CD.

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equipment that has a DTS decoder to enjoy DVDs with this mark.

B Type of disc for the type of connected TV

DVDs and Video CDs are recorded using either PAL or NTSC. Refer to this table when selecting discs.

TV Monitor

TV type

Multisystem TV

NTSC TV

PAL TV

If you select “NTSC” in “NTSC Disc Output” (-♦ page 22), the picture may be clearer.

=^2The factory preset for “NTSC Disc Output” is “PAL60”, so no

changes to the initial settings are necessary. (If your television is not equipped to handle PAL 525/60 signals the picture will not be shown correctly.)

^^The factory preset for “NTSC Disc Output” is “NTSC”, so no

changes to the initial settings are necessary.

^'»Select “PAL60" in “NTSC Disc Output” (^ page 22),

(If your television is not equipped to handle PAL 525/60 signals the picture will not be shown correctly.)

Disc

PAL NTSC V PAL X X NTSC X PAL V V NTSC

For the United Kingdom, Continental Europe,

Australia and N.Z.

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For Asia

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When a disc which does not comply with Video CD standard is played, the bottom part of the picture may disappear.

■ Playing DVDs and Video CDs

The producer of the material can control how these discs are played. This means that you may not be able to control play of a disc with some operations described in these operating instructions. Read the disc’s instructions carefuliy.

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Disc handling

The remote control

Do not use irregularly shaped discs, such as heart-shaped. (These can damage the unit.)

■ If the surface is dirty

Wipe it with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

Batteries

• Insert so the poles (+ and ~) match those In the remote control.

•Do not use rechargeable type batteries.

Do not;

•mix old and new batteries.

•use different types at the same time.

•heat or expose to flame.

•take apart or short circuit.

•attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.

•use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

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

If electrolyte leaks from the batteries, consult your dealer. Wash thoroughly with water if electrolyte comes in contact with any part of your body.

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

Replace if the unit does not respond to the remote control even when held close to the front panel.

■ If the disc is brought from a cold to a warm

environment, moisture may form on the disc

Wipe with a soft, dry, iint-free cloth before using the disc.

■ Handling precautions

• Do not write on the label side with a baii-point pen or other writing instrument.

• Do not use record cieaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static electric ity prevention liquids or any other solvent.

• Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. (Do not use discs with ex posed 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.

■ Do not place or store discs in the following

places

• Locations exposed to direct sunlight

• Humid or dusty locations

• Locations directly exposed to a heat vent or heating appliance

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

• Keep the transmission window and the unit’s sensor free from dust.

•Operation can be affected by strong light sources, such as direct sunlight, and the glass doors on cabinets.

Do not;

•put heavy objects on the remote control.

•take the remote control apart.

•spill liquids onto the remote control.

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Control reference guide

DVD-RV41

DVD-RV31

(For the United Kingdom and Continental Europe)

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® Standby/on switch (Ci)/l) .................................................................9

Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa, in standby mode, the unit is stiii consuming a smaii amount of power.

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One touch cinema memory button/indicator

(ONE TOUCH CINEMA MEMORY) ............................................ 15

@ Advanced Surround Cv.s.s.) button

(ADVANCED SURROUND. (VS^)).............................................14

(For Australia, N.Z. and Asia)

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Bass plus button (BASS PLUS)

(g) Dialogue Enhancer button (DIALOGUE ENHANCER)

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Cinema button (CINEMA) ............................................................15

(For Australia, N.Z. and Asia)

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DOLBY DIGITAL indicator (DOLBY DIGITAL, DECODER)

Goes out when playing a disc without Dolby Digital.

® Disc tray ......................................................................................10

® Disc tray open/close button (^, OPEN/CLOSE)

® Skip buttons (!◄◄, ►►)) .........................................................12

Top menu button (TOP MENU) ................................................. 10

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Menu button (MENU).................................................................. 10

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Dispiay button (DISPLAY)

0 Shuttle diai (◄◄,►►) ............................................................. 12

0 Display

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0 Standby indicator (Ci))

When the unit is connected to the AC mains supply, this indicator

lights up in standby mode and goes out when the unit is turned on.

0 Stop button (■) ................................................................................10

0 Pause button (II)

0 Play button (►) ..........................

Joystick (A, ▼, ◄, ►)/Enter button (ENTER) ............................10

@ (For Australia, N.Z. and Asia)

Random play button (RANDOM) ................................................17

0 (For Australia, N.Z. and Asia)

Repeat button (REPEAT MODE)

0 iTITOrAWi (For Australia, N.Z. and Asia)

A-B repeat button (A-B REPEAT)

Buttons such as O function the same as the controls on the unit. @ Cursor buttons (A, ▼, ◄, ►)/Enter button (ENTER) --------------10 @ Subtitle button (SUBTITLE) 0 Play mode button (PLAY MODE) 0 Setup button (SETUP)

@ Slow/Search buttons ►► SLOW/SEARCH) ....... 12

0 Return button (RETURN)

0 Audio button (AUDiO).....................................................................13

0 Angle button (ANGLE)

® Numbered buttons (1-9, 0, ^10) ....................................................10

0 Cancel button (CANCEL) ...............................................................17

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These pages explain how to connect the unit to a television and set it up so you hear the audio through the television’s speakers. Connections and procedures that enable you to enjoy more powerful sounds are described beginning on page 26.

Before connection

• Disconnect the AC mains lead.

• Refer to the television’s operating instructions.

FOR UNITED KINGDOM ONLY READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC MAINS LEAD ON PAGE 4 BEFORE CONNECTION.

Connecting to a television with video input terminal (The illustration shows DVD-RV31 for the United Kingdom and Continental Europe.

See below if your television has a SCART terminal, S video terminal, or component video terminals.

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Conserving power

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

For the United Kingdom and Continental Europe

approx. 4 W

approx. 3 W

approx. 3.5 W To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug it from the household mains socket.

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Connecting to a television and a video cassette recorder with 21-pin SCART terminal

SCART terminal(s): for the United Kingdom and Continental Europe only

To improve picture quality, you can change the video signal output from the AV (AV1) terminal from “Video” to either “S-Video” or “RGB” to suit the

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals: for Australia, N.Z. and Asia only

Connect the audio terminals as described above.

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video input ^ 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.)

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Connection using these terminals outputs the color difference signals (Pb/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/Pb/Pr, Y/B-Y/R-Y, Y/Cb/Cr). Con nect to terminals of the same color.

<0= Pb terminal

Pr terminal

TV’s component video input terminals

Selecting TV screen type

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Change the setting to suit the aspect ratio of your television.

The menu language is set to English, but you can change it

as follows {■♦ page 22, Display-Menu Language). English is used in the examples.

(For the United Kingdom, Continental Europe, Australia and N.Z.)

English^French/German/ltalian/Spanish

(For Asia)

English^Chinese

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Preparation

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

1 Press [c!)] to turn on the unit. 2 Press [SETUP] to show the menus. 3 Press [■<, to select the Video tab. 4 Press [A, T] to select “TV Aspect”

and press [ENTER].

5 Press [A, ▼] to select the item and

press [ENTER].

•4:3 Pan&Scan (Factory preset)

Select if you have a regular television and to view 16:9 soft

•4:3 Letterbox

Select if you have a regular television and to view 16:9 soft

ware in the letterbox style (®).

•16:9

Select if you have a widescreen television.

"^16:9 software prohibited from being shown in the pan and

scan style will appear in the letterbox style despite the setting here.

The Video menu is shown.

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6 Press [SETUP] to end the settings.

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

For your reference

DVDs are recorded in a variety of aspect ratios. You can change the way software Is shown on a regular television (4:3) with the above operation. If you have a widescreen television (16:9), use the televi sion’s picture modes.

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Basic play

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Preparation

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

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RETURN

@ Numbered

buttons

0 Label must face upward.

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

1 Press [(!)] to turn on the unit. 2 Press [^] to open the disc tray. 3 Piace the disc on the disc tray. 4 Press [►] (PLAY).

The disc tray closes and play begins.

■ To stop play

Press [■] {■* page 11, Resume function).

■ To pause play Q

Press [II] during play. Press [►] (PLAY) to restart play.

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•If “0” appears on the television

The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc.

•The disc continues to rotate while the menu is displayed even after you finish playing an item. Press [■] when you finish to preserve the

unit’s motor and your television screen.

•Volume may be lower when playing DVDs than when playing other discs or during television broadcasts.

If you turn the volume up on the television or amplifier, ensure you reduce the volume again before playing other sources so that a

sudden increase in output does not occur.

■ Auto standby

The unit switches to the standby mode after about 30 minutes in the stop mode.

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0 Unit's display

(e.g. DVD is ioaded)

PAUSE

When a menu screen appears on the television

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Remote controi only

Press the numbered buttons to select an item.

To select a 2-digit number

Example: To select item 23, press [^10], then [2] and [3].

•When playing DVDs, you can also use [A, T, <, ►] to select items. Press [ENTER] to confirm your selection.

Play of the selected item now begins.

Other buttons used to operate menus

Read the disc’s instructions for further details about operation. [►►!]: Shows the next menu. [!◄◄]: Shows the previous menu. [RETURN]: Shows the menu screen. [TOP MENU]: Shows the first menu screen. I DVD I [MENU]: Shows the menu screen. I DVD I

|i] DVD menus

DVDs can have several menus. The menu displayed when you press [TOP MENU] may be different from the menu displayed when you press [MENU].

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