Panasonic DVD-S25, DVD-S23 User Manual

DVD/CD PLAYER

®

Operating Instructions

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

Model No. DVD-S25/DVD-S23

Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance
and safety, please read these instructions carefully before
connecting, operating or adjusting this product. Please keep this
manual for future reference.

Region number

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

Region Number

U.S.A. and Canada 1
The Middle East and South Africa 2
Asia 3
Australia and N.Z. 4
Russia 5

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

1

Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating
instructions are of the models for U.S.A. and Canada.

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Table of contents

Getting started

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

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

STEP 1 The remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

STEP 2 Connection to a television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

STEP 3 QUICK SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Operations

Basic play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Increasing your enjoyment of movies . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Convenient functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Using navigation menus

Using On-Screen Menu Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

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

Home Theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Reference

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

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

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

Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

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CAUTION!

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE
SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS
RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR
YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN,
MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND
THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS,
SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE
APPARATUS.

CAUTION!

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DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A
BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER
CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL
VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE
THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.

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DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION
OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS,
CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.

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DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH
AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.

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DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY
FRIENDLY MANNER.

For the U.S.A. and Canada

CAUTION:

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

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:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected.

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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would
void the user’s authority to operate this device.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

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

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

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed
below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

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

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

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

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

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

14)

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power­supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Accessories

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

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

 1 Remote control

 1 AC power supply cord

[U.S.A.[and\Canada[ (EUR7621070)
[Other\areas] (EUR7621080)

[U.S.A.[and\Canada[ (RJA0065-K)
[Australia\and\N.Z.] (RJA0035-2X)
[Other\areas] (RJA0019-2X)

Disc information

∫

Discs that can be played

DVD-Video

[DVD-V]

DVD-R

Video CD [VCD]

CD [CD] —

 1 Audio/video cable (JAC3315N)

 2 Remote control batteries

[Note]

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

You may not always be able to control play as described in these operating
instructions, e.g. some functions do not work when the play time is not
displayed. Read the disc’s instructions carefully.

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

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It may not be possible to play DVD-R in all cases due to the type of disc
or condition of the recording.

You may not always be able to control play as described in these operating
instructions, e.g. some functions do not work when playback control is on.
To cancel playback control, press the numbered buttons in the stop mode
(➜ page 5, Enter number).

Accessories/Disc information

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This unit can play CD-R/RW (audio recording disc) recorded with CD-DA,

CD-R/RW

§

A process that allows play on compatible equipment.

Use discs with the above logos and that conform to specifications. The unit cannot play other discs correctly.

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Discs that cannot be played

DVD-RAM, DVD-Audio, DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G,
iRW, DVD-RW, CVD, SVCD, SACD, Divx Video Discs and
Photo CD.

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Built-in decoders

This unit has Dolby Digital and DTS
decoders so you can enjoy discs
that display the indicated logo in
stereo without connecting a separate decoder.

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Video systems

[The\Middle\East,\South\Africa,\Asia,\Russia,\Australia\and\N.Z.]

– This unit can play PAL and NTSC, but your television must

match the system used on the disc.
– PAL discs cannot be correctly viewed on an NTSC television.
– This unit can convert NTSC signals to PAL 60 for viewing on a

PAL television (➜ page 12, Video—NTSC Disc Output).
– Output is interlace (576I), when playing PAL discs.

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

PAL discs cannot be played.

—

[WMA]

[MP3]

[JPEG]

video CD, WMA, MP3, or JPEG. Close the sessions or finalize
after recording.

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It may not be possible to play CD-R and CD-RW in all cases due to the
type of disc or condition of the recording.

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To clean discs

DVD-Video, Video CD, CD

Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe
dry.

DVD-R

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Clean with an optional DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner
(LF-K200DCA1, where available).

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Never use cloths or cleaners for CDs etc.

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Handling precautions

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Do not attach labels or stickers to discs (This may cause disc
warping, rendering it unusable).

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

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Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static
electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.

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Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.

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Do not use the following discs:
– Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or

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

§

the disc

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STEP 1 The remote control

Y

R

L

C

(

)

D

T

(PCM/

)

CO

L

DIG

T

V

T

Í

SLEEP

A.SRD

PICTURE MODE

FL SELECT

GROUP

TOP MENU

DISPLAY

RETURN

MENU

SKIP

STOP

PLAY

SLOW

/SEARCH

CANCEL

SETUP

OPEN/CLOSE

321

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ENTER

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Batteries

R6, AA, UM-3

Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in
the remote control.

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Do not use rechargeable type batteries.

Do not:

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mix old and new batteries.

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use different types at the same time.

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heat or expose to flame.

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take apart or short circuit.

≥

attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese
batteries.

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use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

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

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

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Use

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

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STEP 2 Connection to a television

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Do not place the unit on amplifiers or equipment that may become hot. The heat can damage the unit.

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Do not connect through the video cassette recorder. Due to copy guard protection, the picture may not display properly.

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Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropriate operating instructions.

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Connect the terminals of the same color.

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To enjoy more powerful sound ➜ page 14

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Television with VIDEO IN terminal

Tel evision

AUDIO IN

R L

VIDEO IN

∫

Television with COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals

Television

AUDIO IN

R L

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

4

Audio/video cable

(included)

AUDIO OUT

L

R

BITSTREAM

COAXIA

VIDEO OUT

480P/480I

P

OMPONENT VIDEO OUT

IGITAL AUDIO OU

The remote control/Connection to a television/QUICK SETUP

∫

Connect the AC power supply cord last

AC power supply cord

(included)

STEP 3 QUICK SETUP

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Video cables

Back of the unit

Back of the unit

Audio cable

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

ITAL AUDIO OU

AUDIO OUT

L

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To enjoy progressive video ➜ page 11

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

AXIA

IDEO OU

Y

(480P/480I)

P

B

RR

P

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

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Select “Darker” in “Black Level Control” in the SETUP menu
(➜ page 12).

Conserving power

This unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is
turned off. [U.S.A.[and\Canada[ 1 W

To household AC
outlet

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

[Other\areas] 2 W

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

123 4 5

Í

Power ON. Shows

To change these settings later

Select “QUICK SETUP” in the SETUP menu (➜ page 13).

SETUP

QUICK
SETUP
screen.

ENTER

RETURN

Follow the
message and
make the
settings.

ENTER

Press to
finish
QUICK
SETUP.

SETUP

Press to
exit.

Basic play

Í

SLEEP

A.SRD

PICTURE MODE

FL SELECT

GROUP

TOP MENU

DISPLAY

SUBTITLE

PLAY MODE

ZOOM REPEAT

AUDIO

ANGLE/PAGE QUICK REPLAY

POSITION
MEMORY

RETURN

MENU

SKIP

STOP

PLA

Y

SLO

W

/SEARCH

CANCEL

SETUP

OPEN/CLOSE

321

98

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ENTER

1

Power ON.

POWER

Í

/

I

2

Open the disc tray.

OPEN/CLOSE

Remote control
signal sensor

POWER

Í

/

I

3

Load the disc.

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Load double-sided
discs so the label for

OPEN/CLOSE

4

Start play.

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

the side you want to
play is facing up.

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Check “Mixed Disc—Audio & Stills” in the SETUP menu (➜ page 13) if the disc includes both WMA/MP3 and JPEG.

Stop

STOP

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

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Press [1] (PLAY) to
resume. [DVD-V] ➜ page 7,
To review the previous
chapters

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Press [∫] to clear the
position.

Enter number

1

4

7

0

[DVD-V] [VCD] [CD]

e.g. To select 12:
[S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2]

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While stopped, selecting

32

tracks using this method

65

98

will cancel playback

S

10

control. [VCD]
[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]
e.g. To select 123:
[1] ➜ [2] ➜ [3] ➜ [ENTER]

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Pause

Skip

PAU S E

SKIP

Press [1] (PLAY) to start
play.

(Group skip [JPEG] )

ENTER

Disc menu

TOP MENU

MENU

[DVD-V]

Shows a disc top menu

[DVD-V]

Shows a disc menu

[VCD]

Shows a disc menu

RETURN

RETURN

FL SELECT

SUBTITLE

Number display

:;

Time display

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

Search

(during play)

Slow-motion

(during pause)

Frame-by­frame

(during pause)

On-screen
item select

SLOW/SEARCH

ENTER

ENTER

≥

Up to 5 steps

≥

Press [1] (PLAY) to start
play.

≥

[VCD] Slow motion, forward

direction only

≥

[VCD] forward direction only

Select

Register

Return to
previous
screen

Main unit dis­play

Information
screen

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Standby/on switch (Í/I)

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

[Note]

Discs continue to rotate while menus are displayed. Press [∫]
when you finish to preserve the unit’s motor and your television
screen.

amount of power.

[The\Middle\East,\South\Africa,\Asia,\Russia,\Australia\and\N.Z.]

Standby/on indicator (Í)

When the unit is connected to the AC mains supply, this
indicator lights up in standby mode and goes out when the
unit is turned on.

Pause.Stop.

Basic play

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Increasing your enjoyment of movies

Í

SLEEP

A.SRD

PICTURE MODE

FL SELECT

GROUP

TOP MENU

DISPLAY

SUBTITLE

PLAY MODE

ZOOM REPEAT

AUDIO

ANGLE/PAGE QUICK REPLAY

POSITION
MEMORY

RETURN

MENU

SKIP

STOP

PLA

Y

SLO

W

/SEARCH

CANCEL

SETUP

OPEN/CLOSE

321

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10

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ENTER

x1.00

A.SRD

PICTURE MODE

SUBTITLE

ZOOM

Advanced Surround

[DVD-V] [VCD] (2 or more channels)

Press [A.SRD] to select “SP1” or “SP2”.

SP1: Natural effect
SP2: Enhanced effect

≥

When using discs recorded with surround sound, sound seems
to come from speakers on either side of you.

≥

When using headphones from the connected equipment,
select “HP” by pressing [

≥

Optimum seating position is 3 to 4 times the distance between
the front left and right speakers or the width of the television if
using the televisions speakers.

≥

Do not use in combination with surround effects on other
equipment.

Increasing your enjoyment of movies

Picture Mode

[DVD-V] [VCD] [JPEG]

Press [PICTURE MODE].

Normal: Normal mode.
Cinema1: Mellows images and enhances detail in dark

Cinema2: Sharpens images and enhances detail in dark

Animation: Adjusts image quality suited for viewing animations.
Dynamic: Adjusts to a more vibrant image by emphasizing

scenes.

scenes.

contrast.

2

] and [

34

].

Advanced Surround

Virtual surround with television’s speakers

Picture Mode

Picture quality suitable for movies

Subtitle

Zoom

Expanding the picture to fit the screen

See below for detail.

Subtitle

[DVD-V] (with multiple subtitles)

SP 1

Cinema1

Press [SUBTITLE] to select the subtitle language.

On/Off

ON
English

1

Language

00

Brightness

Position

To clear/display the subtitles

3

Press [1] and then [

4] to select “ON” or “OFF”.

To change the subtitle position and brightness

1

Press [

≥
≥

] and then [3 4] to adjust.
Position: 0 to j60 in 2 unit steps
Brightness: “Auto” to automatically adjust the brightness
against the background, or 0 to

Zoom

[DVD-V] [VCD]

Press [ZOOM] to select
the preset aspect ratio.

Preset zoom ratios suitable for
the following video formats are
available.

4:3 Standard American Vista

European Vista Cinemascope 1

16:9 Standard Cinemascope 2

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You can also select the preset aspect ratio by pressing
[ENTER] and [

Fine adjustments

Press [3 4].
–from k1.00 to k1.60 (in 0.01 units)
–from k1.60 to k2.00 (in 0.02 units)

4 : 3 1.85 : 1

1.66 : 1

16 : 9

2

1].

j

9

Zoom - 4:3 Standard

Video format

Zoom ratio

2.35 : 1

2.55 : 1

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SLEEP

A.SRD

PICTURE MODE

FL SELECT

GROUP

TOP MENU

DISPLAY

SUBTITLE

PLAY MODE

ZOOM REPEAT

AUDIO

ANGLE/PAGE QUICK REPLAY

POSITION
MEMORY

RETURN

MENU

SKIP

STOP

PLAY

SLO

W

/SEARCH

CANCEL

SETUP

OPEN/CLOSE

321

98

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7

654

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ENTER

SLEEP

Sleep timer

AUDIO

QUICK REPLAY

Audio

Quick replay

Replaying a scene

POSITION

MEMORY

Position memory

Memorizing the position to resume play

See below for detail.

Sleep timer

Press [SLEEP] to select the time to turn off
(60 min, 90 min, 120 min) or “AUTO”.

AUTO:

–

Turns the unit off 5 minutes after play finishes.
– Also works with DVDs that show a menu after play finishes.
– Does not work if you stop play or show a disc menu. It is

activated again when you restart play.

To confirm the remaining time

Press [SLEEP] again.

Z

Z

AUTO

Audio

[DVD-V] (with multiple soundtracks) [VCD]

Press [AUDIO] to select the soundtrack.

Digital

1 English

3/2.1 ch

Signal type/data

[DVD-V] (Karaoke discs)
You can also use this button to turn the vocals on and off. Read
the disc’s instructions for details.

[VCD]

You can also use this button to select “L”, “R” or “LR”.

Audio/Subtitle language

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

Quick replay

[DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3]
(Only when the elapsed play time can be displayed)

Press [QUICK REPLAY] to skip back a few seconds
or a few pictures.

Position memory

(Only when the elapsed play time can be displayed)

This position is memorized even after turning off the unit or
changing the disc.

Press [POSITION MEMORY].

Position memorized

≥

Up to 5 discs.

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When the sixth disc is memorized, the earliest position is
replaced.

When the unit is turned on or the disc is inserted,
“!” flashes on the display.

Press [1] (PLAY) to start play from that position.

To review the previous chapters [DVD-V]

Press [1] (PLAY) while the following message is on the display.

Press PLAY to Preview Chapters

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Do not press [1] (PLAY) if you want to cancel review.

Signal type/data

LPCM/Î Digital/DTS/MPEG: Signal type
k (kHz): Sampling frequency
b (bit): Number of bits
ch (channel): Number of channels
Example: 3

/2 .1ch

.1: Low frequency effect

0: No surround
1: Mono surround
2: Stereo surround (left/right)
1: Center
2: Front leftiFront right
3: Front leftiFront rightiCenter

Press PLAY to Chapter Review

(not displayed if there is no signal)

Increasing your enjoyment of movies

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Convenient functions

Í

SLEEP

A.SRD

PICTURE MODE

FL SELECT

GROUP

TOP MENU

DISPLAY

SUBTITLE

PLAY MODE

ZOOM REPEAT

AUDIO

ANGLE/PAGE QUICK REPLAY

POSITION
MEMORY

RETURN

MENU

SKIP

STOP

PLA

Y

SLO

W/SEAR

CH

CANCEL

SETUP

OPEN/CLOSE

321

98

S

10

0

7

654

PAU SE

ENTER

Choose a title and chapter, then press ENTER.
No Time

T

Play

Clear

Clear all

1

C

GROUP

PLAY MODE

ANGLE/PAGE

REPEAT

Starting play from a selected group

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]
A folder on WMA/MP3 and JPEG discs is treated as a “Group”.

Track number in group

1 Press [GROUP].
2 Press [

3 4 2 1]

to select the item
and press
[ENTER].

Convenient functions

Group number

1

1

Track number in disc

Total number of tracks on disc

Program play (up to 32 items)

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

1 While stopped, press [PLAY MODE].
2 Press the numbered buttons

to select the items (
then press [ENTER]).

Repeat this step to program other
items.

3 Press [1] (PLAY).

Using the cursor buttons

Press [ENTER] and [3 4] to select an item, then press
[ENTER] again to register.

≥

Select “ALL” to enter all items.

Changing the program

Press [3 4] to select an item.
– To change an item, repeat step 2.
– To clear an item, press [CANCEL] (or select “Clear” and press

[ENTER]).

≥

Press [ANGLE/PAGE] to skip 8 lines at a time.

Clearing the whole program

Select “Clear all” and press [ENTER]. The whole program is also
cleared when the unit is turned off or the disc tray is opened.

To exit the program mode

Press [PLAY MODE] while stopped.

[WMA] [MP3]

Starting play from a selected group

Starting program and random play

Angle/Picture rotation

Repeat play

See below for detail.

Random play

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

1 While stopped, press [PLAY MODE] twice.
2(

[DVD-V] only)

Press the numbered buttons

118

to select a title.

3Press [

To exit the random mode

Press [PLAY MODE] while stopped.

1] (PLAY).

Angle/Picture rotation

[DVD-V] (with multiple angles)

Press [ANGLE/PAGE] to select the angle.

[JPEG]

1 Press [ANGLE/PAGE].
2Press [

3 4] to select “Rotate right” or “Rotate

left” and press [ENTER].

≥

Press [ANGLE/PAGE] again to clear the popup screen.

Repeat play

(Only when the elapsed play time can be displayed)

Press [REPEAT] to select an item to be
repeated.

[DVD-V] [VCD] [CD]

Chapter, Title, All

[MP3] [JPEG]

[WMA]

Track, Group, All

§

During program and random play

≥

Select “All” to repeat all the items you selected in program play
(➜ left) or random play (➜ above).

§

or Off Track, All or Off

§

or Off Group or Off

Random Playback

2

Title

Press PLAY to start

Chapter

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Using navigation menus

Í

SLEEP

A.SRD

PICTURE MODE

FL SELECT

GROUP

TOP MENU

DISPLAY

SUBTITLE

PLAY MODE

ZOOM REPEAT

AUDIO

ANGLE/PAGE QUICK REPLAY

POSITION
MEMORY

RETURN

MENU

SKIP

STOP

PLAY

SLO

W

/SEARCH

CANCEL

SETUP

OPEN/CLOSE

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ENTER

Another Pineapple

Board The Golden Ship
Fall In The Frozen Season
Violet Sky
Pink Island

NextFindPrev

6
7
8
9

10

Find

A

1234

Using the tree screen

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

1 [WMA] [MP3]

Press [1].

[JPEG]

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

2Press [

3 4 2 1] to select

a group and press
[ENTER].

The navigation menu for the
group appears.

TOP MENU

Shows navigation

ENTER

ENTER

Select the item. Press to enter. Press to exit.

menu.

e.g. [WMA] [MP3] e.g. [JPEG]

The track currently playing

No Group: 001 My favorite Tree

MENU

G 1
T 1

Total 1

09

SELECT
NUMBER

SELECT

ENTER RETURN

001 Both Ends Freezing

1

002 Lady Starfish

2

003 Life on Jupiter

3

004 Metal Glue

4

005 Paint It Yellow

5

006 Pyjamamama

6

007 Shrimps from Mars

7

008 Starperson

8

009 Velvet Cuppermine

9

010 Ziggy Starfish

10

Find

To show tree screen

To show previous page

To show next page

NextPrev

JPEG ALBUM

Group: 001 Penguins Picture: filename00..

G 1
P 1
Total 1

1 2 3

09

4

SELECT
NUMBER

SELECT

7

ENTER RETURN

Track title search

Search methods (while the navigation menu is displayed)

Using a track title

Tre e

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

G 7/16

Indicates this group includes
no compatible files.

[WMA] [MP3]

e.g. Finding a title including “LOVE”

1 Press [3 4] to select

“Find” and press
[ENTER].

2 Press [

3 4] to select “L”

and press [ENTER].

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

≥

Lower case is also searched.

≥

Press [: 9] to skip between A, E, I, O and U.

≥

Press [2] to erase a character.

≥

Erase the asterisk (¢) to search for the titles starting with

that word.

3 Press [1] to select “Find” and press [ENTER].

The search result screen appears.

4 Press [3 4] to select the track and press [ENTER].

5

8

Tre e

TOP MENU

6

9

NextPrev

Using navigation menus

To return to the menu

Press [RETURN].

Tips for making WMA/MP3 and JPEG discs

≥

≥

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).
Files must have the extension:
“.WMA” or “.wma”

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.

e.g. [MP3]

root

001 group

001

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

“.MP3” or “.mp3”
“.JPG”, “.jpg”, “.JPEG” or “.jpeg”

003 group

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

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

[WMA]

≥

You cannot play WMA files that are copy protected.

[MP3]

≥

This unit is not compatible with ID3 tags.

[JPEG]

≥

To view JPEG files on this unit:

– Take them on a digital camera that meets the DCF Standard

(Design rule for Camera File system) Version 1.0. Some
digital cameras have functions that are not supported by the
DCF Standard Version 1.0 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.

≥

This unit cannot display moving pictures, MOTION JPEG and
other such formats, still pictures other than JPEG (e.g. TIFF) or
play associated sound.

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Using On-Screen Menu Icons

To get disc information or to play from a specified item

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ENTER

ENTER

Press once. Select the icon. Make the settings. Press if the setting

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ENTER

RETURN

Press to exit.

doesn’t change.

Using On-Screen Menu Icons

2

2

1 : 46 : 50

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Digital

1 ENG 3/2.1 ch

ON

1 ENG

1

To see the current playback item
To start from a specific item

[VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3]

[DVD-V]

To see the current playback location

[DVD-V]

To start from a specific time

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]
To see the current playback item in
disc
To start from a specific item on the
disc

[DVD-V]

To change the soundtrack/subtitle/
angle

Voc al

OFF

1

128kbps

44.1kHz

L R

ON

Slideshow
ON 5 sec

OFF

[DVD-V] (Karaoke discs)

To turn on/off vocal

[WMA] [MP3]
Displays the current bitrate or
sampling frequency

[VCD]

To change the audio channel

[VCD]

Indicates whether playback control is
on or off

[JPEG]

To turn on/off slideshow
To change the slideshow timing
(0–30 sec)

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]
To turn on/off information screen

To change the position of the icons

To see the playback position

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DISPLAY

Press twice. Change the playback time display. Press to exit.

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

Current position

To see the current playback item [DVD-V]

Condition – play, pause, or slow/search

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ENTER

RETURN

[VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3]

To see the current playback
position

To change unit setting

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DISPLAY

ENTER

ENTER ENTER

RETURN

Press three times. Select the menu. Select the icon. Operate. Press to exit.

Play menu–Change play sequence

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

To repeat a specified section (A-B repeat)

A B

OFF

1 2 3

Press [ENTER] at the starting and ending
points. Press [ENTER] again to cancel.

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

To repeat an item (➜ page 8, Repeat play)

Displays the play mode setting

---: Normal play PGM: Program play
RND: Random play

To mark a position to play again (Marker)

Press [ENTER] to highlight the first asterisk
and press [ENTER] again to mark a position.
You can mark up to 5 positions.

To mark another position:[21] ➜ [ENTER]
To recall a marker: [21] ➜ [ENTER]
To erase a marker: [21] ➜ [CANCEL]

Picture menu–Change picture quality

To select the preset picture quality (➜ page 6,
Picture Mode)

N

To switch between Progressive (480P) and
Interlace (480I) video

480P

To select according to the type of material
(film or video) for progressive output

Auto 1: For viewing film material

Auto1

Auto 2: For viewing film material including 30-

frame-per-second progressive video

Video: For viewing video material

Audio menu–Change sound effect

To enjoy virtual surround with television’s

SP 1

speakers (➜ page 6, Advanced Surround)

Using On-Screen Menu Icons

Display menu–Change screen appearance

To fit 4:3 image to a 16:9 aspect television
(4:3 Aspect)

Normal: Stretches images laterally

Normal

x1.00

0 0

Auto: Expands letterbox images to fill the

screen and put the other images in the
center

Shrink: Puts images in the center
Zoom: Expands images to fill the screen

To expand the picture to fill the screen
(➜ page 6, Zoom)

To change the subtitle position and
brightness (➜ page 6, Subtitle)

To adjust the brightness of the on-screen

j

displays (

0

3 to i3)

[DVD-V] (Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG, 3-channel or
over, with the dialogue recorded in the center

OFF

channel)

To make the dialogue in movies easier to hear
(Dialogue Enhancer)

To change the position of the icons

To enjoy progressive video

1. Connect to the component video input terminals on a 480P
compatible television.

2. In SETUP menu, set “Progressive Out (Component)” to
“Enable” (➜ page 12).

3. Select “480P” (➜ above, Picture menu).

≥

Video will not be displayed correctly if connected to an
incompatible television.

≥

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

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Changing the player settings

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SETUP

Shows SETUP
menu.

SETUP

SELECT

Disc

Audio
Subtitle
Menus

TAB

Ratings

Item

“Disc” tab — To choose the language and to set a ratings level

Audio

Choose the audio language.

Subtitle

Choose the subtitle language.

Menus

Choose the language for disc menus.

Ratings

Set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play.

≥

The password screen is shown if you
choose levels 0 to 7 or if you choose
“Ratings” when levels 0 to 7 have been
selected. Follow the on-screen
instructions.

Changing the player settings

ENTER ENTER

Select
the tab.

English

Automatic

English

Level 8

≥ English ≥ (Language options)§1≥ Original§2≥ Other

≥ Automatic§4≥ English ≥ (Language options)§1≥ Other

≥ English ≥ (Language options)§1≥ Other

Setting ratings (When level 8 is selected)

≥ 8 No Limit ≥ 1 to 7 ≥ 0 Lock All: To prevent play of discs without ratings levels.

Changing ratings (When level 0–7 is selected)

≥ Unlock Player ≥ Change Password ≥ Change Level ≥ Temporary Unlock

Select the
item.

Tab

Setting

ENTER

Press to

ENTER

Make the settings. Press to exit.

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0

enter

≥

The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to
standby.

≥

Underlined items are the factory preset.

The QUICK SETUP enables successive settings of the
items in the shaded area.

§3

¢¢¢¢

§3

¢¢¢¢

§3

¢¢¢¢

SETUP

“Video” tab — To enable progressive output or to make settings to suit your television

TV Aspect

Choose the setting to suit your television
and preference.

Progressive Out (Component)

Choose “Enable” to enable progressive
output.

Still Mode

Specify the type of picture shown when
paused.

Black Level Control

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

NTSC Disc Output

Choose PAL 60 or NTSC output when
playing NTSC discs (➜ page 3, Video

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≥ 4:3 Pan&Scan: Regular aspect television (4:3)

The sides of the widescreen picture are cut off so it fills the screen (unless
prohibited by the disc).

≥ 4:3 Letterbox: Regular aspect television (4:3)

Widescreen picture is shown in the letterbox style.

≥ 16:9: Widescreen television (16:9)
≥ Disable: Interlace output

≥ Enable or ≥ Enable (NTSC Disc Only): Progressive output

≥ Automatic
≥ Field: The picture is not blurred, but picture quality is lower. (Two fields appear alternately to make

≥ Frame:

5

§

≥ Lighter: When connected through VIDEO OUT

up one frame.)
Overall quality is high, but the picture may appear blurred. (Frame is a unit of moving
pictures.)

≥ Darker: When connected through COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

7

≥ PAL60: When connected to a PAL television
≥ NTSC: When connected to an NTSC television

(For Asia: “NTSC” is the factory preset.)

“Audio” tab — To make settings to suit your digital connection and other audio settings

PCM Down Conversion

Select how to output audio with a sampling
frequency of 96 kHz.

Dolby Digital
DTS Digital Surround

7

§

MPEG

Dynamic Range Compression

Audio during Search

Choose whether to have sound during
search.

≥ No: Signals are output as 96 kHz. (Choose when the connected equipment can process signals

with sampling frequency of 96 kHz.)

≥ Yes: Signals are converted to 48 kHz. (Choose when the connected equipment cannot process

signals with sampling frequency of 96 kHz.)
Signals are converted to 48 kHz despite the above settings if the signals have a sampling frequency of
over 96 kHz, or the disc has copy protection.

≥ Bitstream ≥ PCM

≥ PCM ≥ Bitstream

≥ PCM ≥ Bitstream

Select “Bitstream” when the equipment can decode the bitstream (digital
form of multi-channel data). Otherwise, select “PCM”.

[Note]

If the bitstream is output to the equipment without a decoder, high levels of
noise can be output and may damage your speakers and hearing.

≥ Off
≥ On: Adjusts for clarity even when the volume is low through compressing the range of the lowest

sound level and the highest sound level. Convenient for late night viewing. (Only works with
Dolby Digital)

≥ On
≥ Off: No sound during search.

“Display” tab — To choose the on-screen message language or to turn them off

§5

Menu Language

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

On-Screen Messages

Choose whether to show on-screen
messages or not.

FL Dimmer

Changes the brightness of the unit’s
display.

≥English ≥ Français ≥Español

§6

≥English ≥

§7

≥English ≥ Français ≥Deutsch ≥ Italiano ≥Español ≥ Português≥ Svenska ≥Nederlands

≥ On ≥ Off

≥ Bright ≥ Dim
≥ Auto:The display is dimmed during play, but brightens when you perform operations such as slow-

motion, search, and pause.

“Others” tab — To select either still picture data or audio data when playing discs including both data

and other settings

Auto Power Off

Mixed Disc – Audio & Stills

Select the type of file played on discs
containing both JPEG and WMA/MP3.

Demo

QUICK SETUP

Answer questions to make basic settings
(➜ page 4).

§1

Language options

[U.S.A.\and\Canada] : French and Spanish
[Asia] : Chinese
[The\Middle\East,\South\Africa,\Russia,\Australia\and\N.Z.] :

French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Swedish and Dutch

§2

The original language designed on the disc is selected.

§3

Input a code number referring to the table on page 15.

≥ On: The unit switches to standby mode after about 30 minutes in the stop mode, irrespective of the

SLEEP setting.

≥ Off
≥ Audio (MP3/WMA)

≥ Stills (JPEG)

≥ Off
≥ On: A demonstration of the on-screen displays starts. Press any button to stop it.

≥ Ye s ≥ No

§4

If the language selected for “Audio” is not available, subtitle appear in
that language (If available on the disc).

§5

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

§6

[Asia]

§7

[The\Middle\East,\South\Africa,\Russia,\Australia\and\N.Z.]

Changing the player settings

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Home Theater – Enjoying more powerful sound

Y

L

C

(

A

T

V

Y

L

C

(

D

T

(PCM/

V

T

∫

To enjoy multi-channel surround sound
(Digital connection)

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

COAXIAL IN

∫

To enjoy stereo sound or Dolby Pro Logic
(Analog connection)

Amplifier or system
component

AUX IN

R L

Coaxial cable

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

COAXIAL

IDEO OUT

OMPONENT VIDEO OUT

480P/480I)

Back of the unit

UDIO OU

When you use digital connection

Change “PCM Down Conversion”, “Dolby Digital”, “DTS Digital
Surround” and “MPEG

§

MPEG: [The\Middle\East,\South\Africa,\Russia,\Australia\and\N.Z.]

§

” in the SETUP menu (➜ page 13).

Home Theater

AUDIO OUT

L

R

Audio cable

OMPONENT VIDEO OUT

IGITAL AUDIO OU

BITSTREAM)

COAXIA

IDEO OU

480P/480I)

Back of the unit

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Specifications

Signal system:

[U.S.A.\and\Canada] NTSC
[Other\areas] PAL 625/50, PAL525/60, NTSC

Operating temperature range: i5 to i35 oC (i41 to i95 oF)
Operating humidity range: 5 to 90 % RH (no condensation)
Discs played [8 cm (3 z) or 12 cm (5 z)]:

(1) DVD-Video
(2) DVD-R (DVD-Video compatible)
(3) CD-Audio (CD-DA)
(4) Video CD
(5) CD-R/CD-RW

(CD-DA, Video-CD, MP3, WMA, JPEG formatted discs)

(6) MP3/WMA

≥

Maximum number of tracks and groups recognizable:

999 tracks and 99 groups

≥

Compatible compression rate:

MP3: between 32 kbps and 320 kbps
WMA: between 48 kbps and 320 kbps

(7) JPEG

≥

Exif Ver 2.1 JPEG Baseline files

≥

Maximum number of pictures and groups recognizable:

3000 pictures and 300 groups

≥

Picture resolution:

between 320k240 and 6144k4096 pixels

(sub sampling is 4:2:2 or 4:2:0)

Video output:

Output level: 1 Vp-p (75 ≠)
Output connector: Pin jack
Number of connectors: 1 system

Component video output:

[U.S.A.\and\Canada] (480P/480I)
[Other\areas] (NTSC: 480P/480I, PAL: 576I)

Y output level: 1 Vp-p (75 ≠)

B output level: 0.7 Vp-p (75 ≠)

P

R output level: 0.7 Vp-p (75 ≠)

P
Output connector: Pin jack (Y: green, P

B: blue, PR: red)

Number of connectors: 1 system

Audio output:

Output level: 2 Vrms (1 kHz, 0 dB)
Output connector: Pin jack
Number of connectors: 2 channel: 1 system

Audio performance:

(1) Frequency response:

≥

DVD (linear audio): 4 Hz–22 kHz (48 kHz sampling)

4 Hz–44 kHz (96 kHz sampling)

≥

CD audio: 4 Hz–20 kHz

(2) S/N ratio:

≥

CD audio: 115 dB

(3) Dynamic range:

≥

DVD (linear audio):

[U.S.A.\and\Canada] 100 dB
[Other\areas] 102 dB

≥

CD audio: 98 dB

(4) Total harmonic distortion:

≥

CD audio: 0.0025 %

Digital audio output:

Coaxial digital output: Pin jack

Pickup:

Wave length: 658 nm/790 nm
Laser power:

[U.S.A.\and\Canada] CLASS IIa/CLASS I
[Other\areas] CLASS 2/CLASS 1

Power supply:

[U.S.A.\and\Canada] AC 120 V, 60 Hz
[Russia,\Australia\and\N.Z.] AC 220–240 V, 50 Hz
[Other\areas] AC 220–240 V, 50/60 Hz

Power consumption:

[U.S.A.\and\Canada] 10 W
[Other\areas] 12 W

Dimensions: 430 (W)k226 (D)k68 (H) mm

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/16z (W)k8 14/16z (D)k2 11/16z (H)]

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Mass: approx. 2.0 kg (4.4 lb.)
Power consumption in standby mode:

[U.S.A.\and\Canada] 1 W
[Other\areas] 2 W

[Note]

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

Maintenance

Clean this unit with a soft, dry cloth.

≥

Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.

Language code list

Abkhazian: 6566
Afar: 6565
Afrikaans: 6570
Albanian: 8381
Ameharic: 6577
Arabic: 6582
Armenian: 7289
Assamese: 6583
Aymara: 6588
Azerbaijani: 6590
Bashkir: 6665
Basque: 6985
Bengali; Bangla:6678
Bhutani: 6890
Bihari: 6672
Breton: 6682
Bulgarian: 6671
Burmese: 7789
Byelorussian: 6669
Cambodian: 7577
Catalan: 6765

Chinese: 9072
Corsican: 6779
Croatian: 7282
Czech: 6783
Danish: 6865
Dutch: 7876
English: 6978
Esperanto: 6979
Estonian: 6984
Faroese: 7079
Fiji: 7074
Finnish: 7073
French: 7082
Frisian: 7089
Galician: 7176
Georgian: 7565
German: 6869
Greek: 6976
Greenlandic: 7576
Guarani: 7178
Gujarati: 7185

Hausa: 7265
Hebrew: 7387
Hindi: 7273
Hungarian: 7285
Icelandic: 7383
Indonesian: 7378
Interlingua: 7365
Irish: 7165
Italian: 7384
Japanese: 7465
Javanese: 7487
Kannada: 7578
Kashmiri: 7583
Kazakh: 7575
Kirghiz: 7589
Korean: 7579
Kurdish: 7585
Laotian: 7679
Latin: 7665
Latvian, Lettish:7686
Lingala: 7678

Lithuanian: 7684
Macedonian: 7775
Malagasy: 7771
Malay: 7783
Malayalam: 7776
Maltese: 7784
Maori: 7773
Marathi: 7782
Moldavian: 7779
Mongolian: 7778
Nauru: 7865
Nepali: 7869
Norwegian: 7879
Oriya: 7982
Pashto, Pushto:8083
Persian: 7065
Polish: 8076
Portuguese: 8084
Punjabi: 8065
Quechua: 8185
Rhaeto-Romance:

8277

Romanian: 8279
Russian: 8285
Samoan: 8377
Sanskrit: 8365
Scots Gaelic: 7168
Serbian: 8382
Serbo-Croatian:8372
Shona: 8378
Sindhi: 8368
Singhalese: 8373
Slovak: 8375
Slovenian: 8376
Somali: 8379
Spanish: 6983
Sundanese: 8385
Swahili: 8387
Swedish: 8386
Tagalog: 8476
Tajik: 8471
Tamil: 8465
Tatar: 8484

Telugu: 8469
Thai: 8472
Tibetan: 6679
Tigrinya: 8473
Tonga: 8479
Turkish: 8482
Turkmen: 8475
Twi: 8487
Ukrainian: 8575
Urdu: 8582
Uzbek: 8590
Vietnamese: 8673
Volapük: 8679
Welsh: 6789
Wolof: 8779
Xhosa: 8872
Yiddish: 7473
Yoruba: 8979
Zulu: 9085

Specifications/Maintenance

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Troubleshooting guide

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, see “Product information” on page 18 for assistance.

Power Page

No power.
The unit is automatically

switched to the standby
mode.

No operation

No response when any
buttons pressed.

No response when remote
control buttons pressed.

No picture or sound.

You have forgotten your
ratings password.

Reset all the settings to Factory
Preset.

Specific operation impossible or incorrect

It takes time before play
starts. [MP3]

Programmed items are not
played. [DVD-V]

A menu screen appears
during skip or search. [VCD]

≥

Insert the AC power supply cord securely into the household AC outlet. 4

≥

The unit automatically switches to standby after approximately 30 minutes in the stop
mode if you set “Auto Power Off” in the SETUP menu. Turn the power back to ON.

≥

The Sleep timer functioned.

≥

The unit may not be operating properly due to lightning, static electricity or some other
external factor.
disconnect the AC power supply cord, and then reconnect it.

≥

Condensation has formed: Wait 1 to 2 hours for it to evaporate.

≥

Check that the batteries are installed correctly.

≥

The batteries are depleted: Replace them with new ones.

≥

Point the remote control at the remote control sensor and operate.

≥

Check the video or audio connection.

≥

Check the power or input setting of the connected equipment.

≥

While stopped, press and hold [D] and [;] on the unit and then also press
and hold [
off and on again. All settings will return to the default values.

≥

When an MP3 track includes still picture data, it may happen. Even after the track
starts, the correct play time will not be displayed, but this is normal.

≥

Some items will not be played even if you programmed them. –

≥

This is normal for Video CDs. –

Turn the unit off and then back to ON. Alternatively, turn the unit off,

<

] on the unit until “Initialized” disappears from the television. Turn the unit

13

7

–

–
4

4
5

4, 14

–
–

–

Subtitle

Subtitle position is wrong.
No subtitles.
The subtitles overlap closed

captions recorded on discs.

A-B repeat

Point B is automatically
determined.

A-B repeat is automatically
canceled.

Picture incorrect

Troubleshooting guide

Picture distorted.

Picture size doesn’t fit the
screen.

SETUP menus or other
screen displayed incorrectly
or colors appear faded.

Menu not displayed
correctly.

Ghosting or horizontal line

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16

≥

Adjust the position. 6

≥

Display the subtitles. 6

≥

Clear the subtitles. 6

≥

The end of an item becomes point B when it is reached. –

≥

A-B repeat is canceled when you press [QUICK REPLAY]. –

≥

Ensure that the unit is connected directly to the television, and is not connected
through a video cassette recorder.

≥

Change “TV Aspect” in the SETUP menu.

≥

Use the television to change the aspect. If your television does not have that function,
change “4:3 Aspect” in the Display menu.

≥

Change the Zoom setting.

≥

The unit and television are using different video systems.

[The\Middle\East,\South\Africa,\Russia,\Australia\and\N.Z.]

Use a multi-system or PAL television.

[Other\areas]

Use a multi-system or NTSC television.

≥

Restore the zoom ratio to a1.00.

≥

Set the subtitle position to 0.

≥

Set “4:3 Aspect” in the Display menu to “Normal”.

≥

This may be caused as a result of the film or video recording quality, or editing
method. You may be able to correct this by selecting “480I” from the picture menu.

4

12
11

6
–

6
6

11
11

Progressive video Page

Pictures not in progressive
output.

Closed captions not

≥

Select “Enable” in “Progressive Out (Component)” in the SETUP menu. Then, select
“480P” in the Picture menu.

≥

If the unit is connected to the television through VIDEO OUT, output will be interlace.

≥

When progressive output is on, closed captions will not be displayed. 11

11, 12

displayed.

Sound incorrect

≥

Sound distorted.

Piercing noise comes from
the speakers.

Turn Advanced Surround off.

≥

Noise may occur when playing WMA files.

≥

If you have connected a digital amplifier which does not include decoder, be sure to
select “PCM” in “Dolby Digital”, “DTS Digital Surround” or “MPEG

§

” in the SETUP

13

menu.

Effects do not work.

≥

Dialogue Enhancer and Advanced Surround do not work when the unit is outputting
bitstream signals.

≥

Dialogue Enhancer and Advanced Surround do not work or have less effect with
some discs.

Recording

Cannot record to digital
recording equipment.
(Incorrect sound recorded.)

≥

You cannot record WMA/MP3.

≥

You cannot record DVDs that have protection preventing digital recording.

≥

You cannot record DVDs if the recording equipment cannot handle signals with a
sampling frequency of 48 kHz.

≥

Make the following settings:
– Advanced Surround: OFF
– PCM Down Conversion: Yes
– Dolby Digital/DTS Digital Surround/MPEG

§

:PCM

13
13

–

6
–

–

–

–
–
–

6

Unit displays

≥

“noPLAy”

“U11”
“U15”
“H∑∑”

∑∑ stands for a number.

You inserted a disc the unit cannot play; insert one it can.

≥

You inserted a blank disc.

≥

Disc is dirty: Wipe it clean. 3

≥

You inserted a DVD-R that has not been finalized. 3

≥

Trouble may have occurred. The number following “H” depends on the status of the
unit. Turn the unit off and then back to ON. Alternatively, turn the unit off, disconnect
the AC power supply cord, and then reconnect it.

≥

If the service numbers fail to clear, note the service number and contact a qualified
service person.

≥

“nodISC”

You haven’t inserted a disc: Insert one.

≥

You haven’t inserted the disc correctly: Insert it correctly.

Television displays

“/”
“Cannot display group xx,

≥

The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc. –

≥

You are trying to display incompatible pictures. 9

picture xx”
“The progressive out is set

≥

Select “Enable” in “Progressive Out (Component)” in the SETUP menu. 12

to “Disable””
“This disc may not be played

in your region”

≥

You can only play DVD-Video if their region number is the same or includes the same
region number as the unit or if the DVD-Video is marked “ALL”. Confirm the region
number for the unit on the rear panel.

No on-screen display.
On-screen display only

partially displayed.

§

MPEG: [The\Middle\East,\South\Africa,\Russia,\Australia\and\N.Z.]

≥

Select “On” in “On-Screen Messages” in the SETUP menu. 13

≥

Press [DISPLAY], and press [2 1] to highlight the icon at the right end, then press

3 4

] to adjust the position.

[

3
–

–

–

–
5

Troubleshooting guide

Cover

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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 DVD Player 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 (“Limited 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.

Product or Part Name Parts Labor

DVD Player One (1) Year Ninety (90) Days

Rechargeable Batteries
(in exchange for defective item)

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

Mail-In Service

For assistance in the continental U.S.A. in obtaining repairs please ship the product to:

Panasonic Services Company
Customer Servicenter
Suite B
4900 George McVay Drive
McAllen, TX 78503

For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750-4300 or fax
(787)-768-2910.

When shipping the unit carefully pack and send it prepaid, adequately insured and
preferably in the original carton. Include a letter detailing the complaint and provide a
day time phone and/or email address where you can be reached.

Customer Services Directory

Ten (10) Days Not Applicable

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

IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD THE
PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF
PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF
PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT
RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.

Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions

This Limited Warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship,
and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The Limited 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, lightni ng damage, modification, or commercial use (such as hotel, office, rest aurant,
or other business), rental use of the product, or 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.

damages for lost time, cost of having someone remove or re-install an installed unit if
applicable, travel to and from the servicer, loss of or damage to 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 Limited Warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.

This Limited 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 Limited 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 THI S LIMITED WARRANTY,
ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

(As examples, this excludes

For Product Information, Operating Assistance, Literature Request,
Dealer Locations, and Customer Service inquiries please visit Web Site:

http://www.panasonic.com

You can purchase parts, accessories, locate your nearest servicenter and more by visiting our
Web Site

or E-mail us via web:

http://www.panasonic.com/consumer_electronics/support/customerfeedback.asp

Contact:
1-800-211-PANA (7262),
Monday–Friday 9 am–9 pm; Saturday–Sunday 10 am–7 pm, EST.

Accessory Purchases

1-800-332-5368 (Customer Orders Only)
1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only)
(Monday–Friday 9 am to 8 pm, EST.) Panasonic Services Company
20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032
(Accepts Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal 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]

Product Service

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

service personnel if:

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

(a) The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has been damaged; or
(b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or
(c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or
(d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in

performance; or

(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

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result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users,
TTY: 1-877-833-8855

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users,
TTY: 1-866-605-1277

F0102NY2043

4. Safety check— After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform

safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition.

Product information

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.

In other areas, consult your dealer.

Referencia rápida en español

P

B

Y

R

L

C

(

)

D

T

(PCM/

)

Í

SLEEP

A.SRD

PICTURE MODE

FL SELECT

GROUP

TOP MENU

DISPLAY

RETURN

MENU

SKIP

STOP

PLA

Y

SLO

W

/SEARCH

CANCEL

SETUP

OPEN/CLOSE

321

98

S

10

0

7

654

PAU SE

ENTER

Conexiones

∫

Conexión a un televisor

Televisor

AUDIO IN

R L

∫

Conecte el cable de alimentación de CA el último

PREPARACIÓN RÁPIDA

Encienda el televisor y seleccione la entrada de vídeo apropiada
en el mismo.

1
2

3

4

5

Reproducción básica

1
2
3
4

VIDEO IN

Cable de audio/vídeo

(incluido)

AUDIO OUT

L

BITSTREAM

COAXIA

480P/480I

OMPONENT VIDEO OUT

IGITAL AUDIO OU

Parte posterior del

VIDEO OUT

R

P

aparato

Cable de alimentación de CA

(incluido)

A una toma de CA

[Í] Encienda.

[SETUP] Muestra la pantalla QUICK

SETUP.

[3 4 2 1]

[ENTER]

[RETURN]

Pulse [3 4] para seleccionar
“Español” y pulse [ENTER].
Siga el mensaje y haga los
ajustes.

[ENTER] Pulse para terminar

PREPARACIÓN RÁPIDA.

[SETUP] Pulse para salir.

[Í] Encienda.

[<] Abra la bandeja del disco.

[1] (PLAY) Inicie la reproducción.

Introduzca el disco.

Parada [∫]

La posición se memoriza cuando “!”
parpadea en el visualizador.

≥

Pulse [1] (PLAY) para proseguir.

≥

Pulse [∫] para borrar la posición.

≥

Pausa [;]

Pulse [1] (PLAY) para iniciar la
reproducción.

Salto [: 9] (Salto de grupo [JPEG] [3 4])

≥

Búsqueda

(durante la
reproducción)

Hasta 5 pasos

≥

Pulse [1] (PLAY) para iniciar la
reproducción.

[6 5]

≥

Cámara lenta

(durante la pausa)

[VCD] Cámara lenta, sentido de

avance solamente

[6 5]

≥

Cuadro a cuadro

[VCD] Sentido de avance solamente

(durante la pausa)
[2 1]

Selección de
elemento en
pantalla

3 4 2 1

[

]

[ENTER]

Introduzca
número

Botones
numerados

[DVD-V] [VCD] [CD]

Ej.: Para seleccionar 12:
[S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2]

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]
Ej.: Para seleccionar 123:
[1] ➜ [2] ➜ [3] ➜ [ENTER]

Menú de disco

[TOP MENU]

[MENU]
[RETURN]

[DVD-V] Muestra un menú inicial de
disco

[DVD-V] Muestra un menú de disco

[VCD] Muestra un menú inicial de

disco

Vuelta a la
pantalla anterior

[RETURN]

Visualizador del
aparato principal

[FL SELECT]

Visualización de números

:;

Visualización de tiempo

ESPAÑOL

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(Inside of product)

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

MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER

User memo:

DATE OF PURCHASE ___________________________________
DEALER NAME ________________________________________
DEALER ADDRESS ____________________________________

_____________________________________________________

TELEPHONE NUMBER __________________________________

CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT

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

Units for the Middle East, South Africa and Asia

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN TROPICAL CLIMATES.

Units for Australia, N.Z. and Russia

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES.

This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile
telephones during use. If such interference is apparent, please
increase separation between the product and the mobile telephone.

Except for U.S.A. and Canada

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily
accessible or the mains plug or an appliance coupler shall remain
readily operable.

This manual was printed with soy based ink.

[\For\U.S.A.]

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

®

E

NERGY STAR

®

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

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

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

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” 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.
Copyright 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.

[For\U.S.A.]

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

C 2003 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

[For\Canada]

Panasonic Canada Inc.

5770 Ambler Drive
Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 2T3

www.panasonic.ca

[For\others]

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

Web Site: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/

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