Panasonic DVD-S27GCS, DVD-S27GD, DVD-S27GCU, DVD-S27PLA, DVD-S27GN User Manual

®

Operating Instructions

DVD/CD PLAYER

The illustration shows DVD-S27 for U.S.A. and Canada.

Model No. DVD-S27/DVD-S27U/DVD-S24

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.,Canada and units with PX printed on the	1
	outer packaging
	The Middle East and South Africa	2
	Asia	3
	Australia and N.Z.	4
	Russia	5

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

1 ALL 124

This manual was printed with soy based ink.

Table of contents

Getting started

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Accessories/Discs that can be played/Disc handling . . . . . 3

STEP 1	The remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	4
STEP 2	Connection to a television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	4
STEP 3 QUICK SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		4

Operations

Basic play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Enjoying higher quality audio and video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Changing the play sequences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Using navigation menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Convenient functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Using On-Screen Menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Changing the player settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Reference

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Product Service/Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Referencia rápida en español

(Spanish Quick Reference). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

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

Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions are DVD-S27 for U.S.A. and Canada.

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PC

GCS

GCU

GN

GC

GCA

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PX

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION!

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.

USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

WARNING:

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

CAUTION!

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

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

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

≥DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER.

(Inside of product)

[The\Middle\East,\South\Africa\and\Asia\

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN TROPICAL CLIMATES.

\Australia,\N.Z.,\Russia,\and\units\with\PX\printed\on\the\outer\packaging]

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.

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

CAUTION:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

≥Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

≥Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ≥Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected.

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

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

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

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

CAUTION

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.

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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.	10)	Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly
2)	Keep these instructions.		at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from
3)	Heed all warnings.		the apparatus.
4)	Follow all instructions.	11)	Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
5)	Do not use this apparatus near water.	12)	Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
6)	Clean only with dry cloth.		specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
7)	Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the		When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
	manufacturer’s instructions.		apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
8)	Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,	13)	Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
	stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.		when unused for long periods of time.
9)	Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type	14)	Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
	plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A		Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
	grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The		way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
	wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the		spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
	provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for		been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
	replacement of the obsolete outlet.		been dropped.

Accessories

(Only for U.S.A.) To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 14.

(For other areas) To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.

Use numbers when asking for replacement parts.

∏ 1

Remote control

(EUR7631020)

∏ 1

Audio/video cable

(JAC3315N)

∏ 1

AC power supply cord

(K2CB2CB00006)

∏ 2

Remote control batteries

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

\Australia\and\N.Z.]

(K2CJ2DA00008)

\Units\with\PX\printed\on\the\outer\packaging\

∏ 1

Power plug adaptor

(K2DA42E00001)

[United\Arab\Emirates,\South\Africa,\Asia,\Russia,\

(RJA0019-2X)

∏ 2

\and\units\with\PX\printed\on\the\outer\packaging]

[Note]

AC power supply cords

(RJA0019-2X)

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

[The\Middle\East]except\United\Arab\Emirates\

use it with other equipment.

(RJA0053-3X)

Discs that can be played

Indication

Disc

Logo

in these

Remarks

operating

instructions

Recorded using Version 1.1 of the Video

≥Recorded with DVD video recorders, DVD

[RAM]

Recording Format (a unified video

video cameras, personal computers, etc.

recording standard).

≥Remove discs from their cartridges

DVD-RAM

before use.

Recorded using the DCF (Design rule for

≥Recorded with Panasonic DVD-Video

[JPEG]

Camera File system) standard.

recorders

≥To play JPEG files, select “Play as Data

Disc” in Other Menu ( page 9).

—

DVD-Video

[DVD-V]

Panasonic DVD-R recorded and finalized§ on a Panasonic DVD-Video recorders or DVD-

DVD-R

Video cameras are played as DVD-Video on this unit.

—

Video CD

[VCD]

Conforming to IEC62107

SVCD

—

CD

[CD]

[WMA]

≥This unit can play CD-R/RW (audio recording disc) recorded with the formats on the left.

CD-R

[MP3]

Close the sessions or finalize§ the disc after recording.

≥HighMAT discs

—

[JPEG]

CD-RW

WMA, MP3 or JPEG files only.

[CD]

To play without using the HighMAT function, select “Play as Data Disc” in Other Menu

[VCD]

( page 9).

§A process that allows play on compatible equipment.

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

∫ Discs that cannot be played
DVD-Audio, DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, DVDiR, iRW, DVD-RW,											HighMAT™ and the HighMAT logo are either
SACD, Divx Video Discs and Photo CD, DVD-RAM that cannot be
removed from their cartridge, 2.6-GB and 5.2-GB DVD-RAM, and “Chaoji											trademarks or registered trademarks of
VCD” available on the market including CVD, DVCD and SVCD that do											Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/
not conform to IEC62107.
											or other countries.
∫ Audio format of DVDs
You can play discs in stereo with these
symbols.

Accessories/Discs that can be played/Disc handling

Disc handling

∫ To clean discs

[DVD-V] [VCD] [CD]

Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

[RAM] [DVD-R]

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

≥Never use cloths or cleaners for CDs etc.

∫ Handling precautions

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

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

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

≥Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.

≥Do not use the following discs:

–Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels (rented discs etc).

–Discs that are badly warped or cracked.

–Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes.

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The remote control/Connection to a television/QUICK SETUP

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STEP 1 The remote control

∫ Batteries

R6/LR6, AA, UM-3

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

≥Do not use rechargeable type batteries.

Do not:

≥mix old and new batteries.

≥use different types at the same time.

≥heat or expose to flame.

≥take apart or short circuit.

≥attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.

≥use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

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

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

∫ Use

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

STEP 2 Connection to a television

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

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

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

≥Connect the terminals of the same color.

Television

WITH

VIDEO IN or S VIDEO IN

WITH

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN		VIDEO	or	S VIDEO	AUDIO IN
R	L	IN		IN	R	L
		S video cable§			Audio/video
			Audio/video
					cable
			cable (included)
					(included)

§When using this connection, the audio cable (red and white plugs) should also be connected.

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

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

Video

Not used

cables

To enjoy progressive video

Connect to a progressive output

compatible television.

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

( see below).

2 Set “Video Output Mode” in Picture Menu to “480P” ( page 9).

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

\U.S.A.,\Canada\and\units\with\PX\printed\on\the\outer\packaging\

≥Select “Darker” from the “Black Level Control” in the “Video” tab ( page 10).

∫ Connect the AC power supply cord last

AC power supply cord

(included)

To household AC outlet

AC IN

Conserving power

This unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off (1 W). To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug it from the household AC outlet.

[The\Middle\East]

≥Use the AC power supply cord that matches the socket for the area you live in.

For units with PX printed on the outer packaging

If the power plug does not fit your AC outlet, use the power plug adaptor (included). If it still doesn’t fit, contact an electrical

parts distributor for assistance.

∫ Enjoying multi-channel surround sound

Amplifier with a built-in decoder or a

Coaxial cable decoder-amplifier combination

COAXIAL IN

Change “PCM Digital Output”, “Dolby Digital”, “DTS Digital

Surround” and “MPEG§” in “Audio”

tab ( page 10).

Back of the unit

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

STEP 3 QUICK SETUP

		Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the television.			4	5
AV ENHANCER FL SELECT OPEN/CLOSE		1	2	3
ADVANCED
SURROUNDPICTURE MODE REPEAT
DIRECT NAVIGATOR	PLAY LIST		SETUP	RETURN	ENTER	SETUP
				ENTER
TOP MENU	MENU
ENTER		Power ON.	Shows QUICK	Follow the message	Press to finish	Press to
DISPLAY	RETURN		SETUP screen.	and make the settings.	QUICK SETUP.	exit.
SUBTITLE AUDIO	ANGLE/PAGE SETUP	To change these settings later

4	PLAY MODE SLEEP	ZOOM GROUP

Select “QUICK SETUP” in “Others” tab ( page 10).

Basic play

AV ENHANCER FL SELECT OPEN/CLOSE

ADVANCED

SURROUND PICTUREMODE REPEAT

1	2		3
			PLAY SPEED
4	5		6
			POSITION MEMORY
7	8		9
CANCEL			QUICK REPLAY
	0		10
SKIP		SLOW/SEARCH
STOP		PAUSE	PLAY
DIRECT NAVIGATOR			PLAY LIST
TOP MENU			MENU
		ENTER
DISPLAY			RETURN

SUBTITLE AUDIO ANGLE/PAGE SETUP

1Power ON.

2Open the disc tray.

Stop Pause

		Remote control
		signal sensor
	3Load the disc.	4Start play.	Press to skip.
			Press and hold to
	≥Load double-sided discs so		–search
			–slow-motion.
	the label for the side you

want to play is facing up.

		The position is memorized when
		“!” flashes on the display.
Stop	STOP	≥Press [1] (PLAY) to resume.
		[DVD-V] To review the previous
		chapters ( page 8, Position
		memory).
		≥Press [∫] to clear the position.
Pause	PAUSE	≥Press [1] (PLAY) to restart
		play.
		(Group skip [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG])
Skip	SKIP
		ENTER
Search		≥Up to 5 steps
(during play)	SLOW/SEARCH	≥Press [1] (PLAY) to start play.
Slow-motion		≥[VCD] Slow motion, forward
		direction only
(during pause)
Frame-by-		≥[VCD] forward direction only
frame	ENTER
(during pause)

Select

On-screen

ENTER

item select

Register

If you are experiencing problems, refer to troubleshooting guide ( page 12, 13).

[Note]

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

					[RAM] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD]
					e.g. To select 12:
		1	2	3	[S10] [1] [2]
	Enter number	4	5	6	[VCD] with playback control
		7	8	9	While stopped, press the
					numbered buttons.
			0	10	[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]
					e.g. To select 123:
					[1] [2] [3] [ENTER]
					[DVD-V]
					Shows a disc top menu
		TOP MENU
					[DVD-V]
	Disc menu		MENU		Shows a disc menu
			RETURN		[VCD]
					Shows a disc menu
	Return to		RETURN
	previous
	screen
	Main unit	FL SELECT			Number display
					:;
	display
					Time display
	Information	SUBTITLE			[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]
	screen				Turns the information screen on/off

∫Standby/on switch (Í/I)

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

\Units\sold\outside\the\U.S.A\and\Canada\

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.

Basic play/Enjoying higher quality audio and video

Enjoying higher quality audio and video

AV ENHANCER	AV Enhancer

(Main unit)

By just pressing this one button the disc type is

automatically determined and the best audio and Menu video settings which are indicated below are

configured.

AV Enhancer

On

Press [AV ENHANCER] to select “On”.

Audio settings: Advanced Surround ( page 6) Dialogue Enhancer ( page 9)

Video settings: Picture Mode ( right)

≥When AV Enhancer is on, individual settings can no longer be changed.

PICTUREMODE	Picture Mode

[RAM] [DVD-V] [VCD] [JPEG]
			Menu
Press [PICTURE MODE] to change the
picture quality for movie viewing.	PictureMode Normal

Normal

Cinema1: Mellows images and enhances detail in dark scenes. Cinema2: Sharpens images and enhances detail in dark scenes.

Animation

Dynamic

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