Panasonic DVD-S29PX, DVD-S29 User Manual

The illustration shows DVD-S29 for U.S.A. and Canada.

Operating Instructions

DVD/CD PLAYER

Model No. DVD-S29/DVD-S26

MULTI-FORMAT PLAYBACK

DVD-RAM

recorded with DVD video recorders etc.

Video & Still pictures (JPEG)

DVD-Video/Video CD/CD

sold on the market

Getting started

If you have any questions contact

In the U.S.A.: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)

In Canada: 1-800-561-5505

For U.S.A.: The warranty can be found on page 20.
For Canada: The warranty can be found on page 21.
La referencia rápida en español se puede encontrar en la página 22, 23.

Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions are DVD-S29
for U.S.A. and Canada.

PXP PC

Movie, Music etc.

DVD-R/DVD-RW/+R/+RW

recorded and finalized with DVD video recorders etc.

Video (played as DVD-Video)

CD-R/CD-RW

recorded and finalized with personal computers etc.

Music (WMA/MP3) & Still pictures (JPEG)

See page 5 for details.

OperationsReference

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Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this
product, please read the instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future
reference.

Table of contents

Getting started

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS/Product Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Discs that can be played . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

STEP 1 Connection to a television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

STEP 2 The remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

STEP 3 QUICK SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Operations

Basic play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Convenient functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Displaying current playback condition (Quick On Screen Display)/

Reviewing titles/programs to play (Advanced Disc Review)/
Enjoying clear sound

Recalling recommended audio/video setting (AV Enhancer)/

Enjoying virtual surround (Advanced Surround)/
Picture Mode/Changing play speed/

Skipping a minute forward/Zoom/Starting play from a selected group . . . . . . . . .10

Changing soundtracks/Changing subtitles/Angle select/Still picture rotation/

Quick replay/Program/Random play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Using navigation menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Playing WMA/MP3/JPEG discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Table of contents/Accessories

Playing CD/Playing HighMAT

Using On-Screen Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Main menus/Other Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Changing the player settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Reference

Troubleshooting guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA)/Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Referencia rápida en español

(Spanish Quick Reference) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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

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(Sound Enhancement) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

TM

discs/Playing RAM discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Accessories

(Only for U.S.A.) To order accessories, refer to “Accessory
Purchases” on page 20.
(For other areas) To order accessories, call the dealer from whom
you have made your purchase.

Use numbers when asking for replacement parts.
(Product numbers correct as of April 2005. These may be subject to change.)

∏ 1 Remote control (EUR7631100R)
∏ 1 AC power supply cord

[U.S.A.\and\Canada] (K2CB2CB00016)
\Others] (RJA0019-2X)

∏ 1 Audio/video cable (K2KA6BA00004)
∏ 2 Remote control batteries

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

∏ 1 Power plug adaptor (K2DA42E00001)

[Note]

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

User memo:

DATE OF PURCHASE ____________________________________________
DEALER NAME _________________________________________________
DEALER ADDRESS ______________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________

TELEPHONE NUMBER ___________________________________________

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

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.

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. 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.

(Inside of product)

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.

Except for U.S.A. and Canada

CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT

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.

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.

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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.

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

Product Service

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provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

Product Service

1. Damage requiring service—The unit should be serviced by qualified service
personnel if:
(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 result in fire, electric shock, or other
hazards.

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

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

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

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

14)

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

Product information

For product information or assistance with product operation:

In the U.S.A., refer to “Customer Services Directory” on page 20.

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.

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Discs that can be played

Operations in these instructions are described mainly with the formats. The icons such
as [RAM] show the formats.

DVD-RAM [RAM] [JPEG]

≥ [RAM] Recorded with devices using Version 1.1 of the

Video Recording Format (a unified video recording
standard), such as DVD video recorders, DVD video
cameras, personal computers, etc.

≥ [JPEG]

Recorded using the DCF (Design rule for Camera
File system) Standard Version 1.0. To play JPEG files,
select “Play as Data Disc” (

DVD-Video [DVD-V]

Discs marked with the
labels containing the region
number “1” or “ALL”

DVD-R (DVD-Video)/DVD-RW (DVD-Video) [DVD-V]

Discs recorded and finalized
DVD video cameras

iR (Video)/iRW (Video) [DVD-V]

—

Discs recorded and finalized
DVD video cameras

Video CD [VCD]

Including SVCD (Conforming to IEC62107)

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

≥ This unit can play CD-R/RW recorded with the above

formats. Close the sessions or finalize
recording.

≥ [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] This unit also plays HighMAT discs.

§

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, SACD, Divx Video Discs and Photo CD,
DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from their cartridge, 2.6-GB and 5.2-GB DVD-RAM,
and “Chaoji VCD” available on the market including CVD, DVCD and SVCD that do not
conform to IEC62107.

Note about using a DualDisc

The digital audio content side of a DualDisc does not meet the technical
specifications of the Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA) format so play may not be
possible.

➜ page 15

, Other Menu).

Example:

1

1

ALL

§

on DVD video recorders or

§

on DVD video recorders or

§

the disc after

2

4

∫ 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.

∫

Tips for making WMA/MP3 and JPEG discs (For CD-R/CD-RW)

≥ 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.

≥ If groups were created away from the root like “002 group” in the illustration below, the

eighth one onwards is displayed on the same vertical line in the menu screen.

≥

There may be differences in the display order on the menu screen and computer screen.

≥This unit cannot play files recorded using packet write.

Naming folders and files
(Files are treated as content and folders are treated as
groups on this unit.)

At the time of recording, prefix folder and file names. This
should be with numbers that have an equal number of digits,
and should be done in the order you want to play them (this
may not work at times).
Files must have the extension:
“.WMA” or “.wma”
“.MP3” or “.mp3”
“.JPG”, “.jpg”, “.JPEG” or “.jpeg”

[WMA]

≥ You cannot play WMA files that are copy protected.
≥ This unit is not compatible with Multiple Bit Rate (MBR: a

file that contains the same content encoded at several different bit rates).

[MP3]

≥ This unit is not compatible with ID3 tags.
≥ Compatible sampling rate: 8, 11.02, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, and 48 kHz

[JPEG]

≥

JPEG files taken on a digital camera that conforms to the DCF Standard Version 1.0 are displayed.

– Pictures taken using digital camera functions not supported by DCF like automatic

picture rotation may not be displayed.

– Files that have been altered, edited or saved with computer picture editing software

may not be displayed.

≥This unit cannot display moving pictures, MOTION JPEG and other such formats, still

pictures other than JPEG (e.g. TIFF) or play pictures with attached audio.

e.g. [MP3]

root

001 group

001

003 group

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

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

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

Discs that can be played

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STEP 1 Connection to a television

Please connect directly to TV.

y

P

R

≥ 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

Connection to a television

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With VIDEO IN or S VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN

R L

§

When using this connection, the audio cable

(red and white plugs) should also be connected.

L

R

VIDEO

IN

Please connect directly to TV.

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

or

S video cable

Audio/video
cable (included)

S VIDEO

§

IN

Back of the

With COMPONENT VIDEO IN

Audio/video cable

(included)

unit

Select “Darker” from the “Black Level Control” (➜ page 16,
“Video” tab).

To enjoy progressive video

Connect to a progressive output compatible television.
Set “Video Output Mode” to “480p”, then follow the instructions
on the menu screen (➜ page 15, Picture Menu).

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

AUDIO IN

R L

L

R

Not used

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

P

Y

B

P

R

Video
cables

Please connect directly to TV.

y

R

P

R

∫ Enjoying multi-channel surround sound

R

L

AC IN

ADVANCED

DISC REVIEW

AV

ENHANCER

FL SELECT

OPEN/CLOSE

QUICK OSD

ADVANCED

SURROUND

SOUND

ENHANCEMENT

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

PLAY LIST

MENU

TOP MENU

FUNCTIONS

SUBTITLE AUDIO

ANGLE/PAGE

SETUP

PLAY MODE PLAY SPEED

ZOOM

GROUP

RETURN

ENTER

Amplifier with a built-in
decoder or a decoder­amplifier combination

COAXIAL IN

Change “PCM Digital Output”, “Dolby Digital” and “DTS Digital Surround”
(➜ page 17, “Audio” tab).

Coaxial cable

STEP 2 The remote control

∫ Batteries

R6/LR6, AA

≥ 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.

≥

STEP 3 QUICK SETUP

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

12 3 4 5

∫ Connect the AC power supply cord last

AC power supply cord (included)

To household AC outlet

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.

Except U.S.A. and Canada

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.

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 (➜ page 8), avoiding obstacles, at a
maximum range of 7 m (23 feet) directly in front of the unit.

SETUP

QUICK

SETUP

Power ON.

To change these settings later

Select “QUICK SETUP” (➜ page 17, “Others” tab).

Shows QUICK SETUP
screen.

Follow the message
and make the settings.

RETURN

ENTER

ENTER

Press to finish

SETUP

Press to exit.

Connection to a television/The remote control/

QUICK SETUP.

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Basic play

1Power ON.

3Load the disc.

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

≥
≥[RAM]

Remove discs from their cartridges before use.

Skip

≥ [RAM]

Can also skip to the markers.

Basic play

Stop

The position is memorized when “!” flashes on the display.
≥ Press [1] (PLAY) to resume.
≥ Press [∫] to clear the position.

2Open the disc tray.

QUICK OSD

FL SELECT

OPEN/CLOSE

1

AV

ADVANCED

ENHANCER

DISC REVIEW

123

6

45

789

CANCEL

10

0

SKIP

SLOW/SEARCH

STOP PAUSE PLAY

ADVANCED
SURROUND

SOUND

ENHANCEMENT

PICTURE MODE

CM SKIP

QUICK REPLAY

2

4

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

TOP MENU

PLAY LIST

MENU

Stop

Pause

Remote control sensor

[DVD-S29]

Displaying current playback

4Start play.

condition ➜ page 9

[DVD-S26]

Reviewing titles/programs to

➜ page 9

play

Repeat play

≥ Select “Repeat” or “A-B Repeat” (➜ page 14, Play Menu).

Search (during play)
Slow-motion (during pause)

≥ Up to 5 steps
≥ Press [1] (PLAY) to restart play.
≥ [VCD] Slow-motion, forward direction only

Pause

≥ Press [1] (PLAY) to restart play.

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.

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

Standby/on indicator (Í)

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mode and goes out when the unit is turned on.

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

preserve the unit’s motor and your television screen.

≥ Total title number may not be displayed properly on iR/iRW.

If you are experiencing problems, refer to troubleshooting guide (➜ page 18, 19).