Panasonic DVD-S43 User Manual

Operating Instructions

DVD/CD PLAYER

Model No. DVD-S43

Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.

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

If you have any questions contact

1-800-561-5505

MULTI-FORMAT PLAYBACK

See page 4 for details

OperationsReference Getting started

Region number

The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number “1” or “ALL”.

Example:

ALL

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Getting started

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

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

Discs that can be played . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

STEP 1 Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

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

STEP 3 Quick setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Operations

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

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

Displaying current playback condition/Repeat play/Changing play speed/

Skipping about one minute forward. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Quick replay/Enjoying virtual surround/Making the dialogue easier to hear/

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

Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Transfer mode/Changing picture mode/Smoothing block noise. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Playing programs/playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Playing the programs/Playing a playlist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Playing audio (WMA/MP3), picture (JPEG) and

video (DivX/MPEG4) discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

About DivX VOD content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Changing the play sequences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Program play/Random play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Using on-screen menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

On-screen menu 1/On-screen menu 2/On-screen menu 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

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

Reference

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Maintenance/Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Limited Warranty/Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Table of contents/IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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.

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.

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Accessories

To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.

Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of January 2007. These may be subject to change.)

∏ 1 Remote control (EUR7631240)

∏ 1 Audio/video cable (K2KA6BA00004)

∏ 2 Remote control batteries

The included Canadian French language sheet corresponds to this unit’s English displays.

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

DVD-S43

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.

≥USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED

ACCESSORIES.

≥DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK);

THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION!

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

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC receptacle.

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.

Accessories

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Discs that can be played

Commercial discs

Disc Indicated in

Logo

DVD-Video

these

instructions by

[DVD-V]

Remarks

High quality movie and music discs

Recorded discs (Yes: Available, No: Not available)

Disc

Logo [DVD-VR]§2[DVD-V]§3[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX]

DVD-RAM

Recorded on a DVD

recorder, etc.

Ye s

—

Recorded on a personal computer, etc.

No Yes Yes No No

Finalizing

Not necessary

§5

Video CD

[VCD]

[CD]

∫ Discs that cannot be played

Discs that can be played

Blu-ray, HD DVD, DVD-Audio, Version 1.0 of DVD-RW, DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, SACD, Photo CD, DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from their cartridges,

2.6-GB and 5.2-GB DVD-RAM, PAL discs and “Chaoji VCD” available on the market including CVD, DVCD and SVCD that do not conform to IEC62107.

Music discs with video Including SVCD (Conforming to IEC62107)

Music discs

∫ 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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DVD-R/RW

Ye s Ye s N o Ye s Ye s Ye s Ye s

DVD-R DL

No Yes No No No No No

iR/iRW

—

iR DL

—

CD-R/RW

≥ It may not be possible to play the above discs in some cases due to the type of discs, the condition of the

recording, the recording method and how the files were created (➜ 5, Tips for making WMA, MP3, JPEG, MPEG4 and DivX discs).

§1

This unit can also play CD-R/RW recorded with CD-DA or Video CD format.

§2

Discs recorded on DVD recorders or DVD video cameras, etc. using Version 1.1 of the Video Recording Format (a unified video recording standard).

§3

Discs recorded on DVD recorders or DVD video cameras using DVD-Video Format.

§4

Recorded using a format different from DVD-Video Format, therefore some functions cannot be used.

§5

A process that allows play on compatible equipment. To play a disc that is displayed as “Necessary” on this unit, the disc must first be finalized on the device it was recorded on.

§6

Closing the session will also work.

§1

—

——

(Yes)

§4

No No No No No

§4

No No No No No

Ye s Ye s Ye s Ye s Ye s

Necessary

§6

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.

∫ Tips for making WMA, MP3, JPEG, MPEG4 and DivX discs

Format Disc Extension Reference

[WMA]

[MP3]

CD-R/RW

DVD-RAM DVD-R/RW CD-R/RW

[JPEG]

DVD-RAM DVD-R/RW CD-R/RW

[MPEG4]

DVD-R/RW CD-R/RW

§1

“.WMA” “.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).

§2

“.MP3”

§3

“.mp3”

§1

§2

“.JPG”

§3

“.jpg”

§1

“.JPEG” “.jpeg”

§3

“.ASF”

§1

“.asf”

≥ Sampling frequency:

DVD-RAM, DVD-R/RW

11.02, 12, 22.05, 24, 44.1 and 48 kHz CD-R/RW: 8, 11.02, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1 and 48 kHz

≥ This unit is not compatible with ID3 tags. ≥ JPEG files taken on a digital camera that

conform to DCF Standard Version 1.0 are 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.

≥ You can play MPEG4 data [conforming to SD

VIDEO specifications (ASF standard)/ MPEG4 (Simple Profile) video system/G.726 audio system] recorded with the Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD recorders with this unit.

≥ The recording date may differ from that of the

actual date.

Format Disc Extension Reference

[DivX]

DVD-R/RW CD-R/RW

§1

CD-R/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.

§2

DVD-RAM

§3

“.DIVX”

§1

“.divx” “.AVI” “.avi”

≥ Plays all versions of DivX video (including

6) [DivX video system/MP3, Dolby

DivX Digital or MPEG audio system] with standard playback of DivX Functions added with DivX Ultra are not

supported.

≥ GMC (Global Motion Compensation) is not

supported.

≥ DivX files greater than 2GB or have no index

may not play properly on this unit.

≥ This unit supports all resolutions up to

maximum of 720

≥ You can select up to 8 types of audio and

subtitles on this unit.

media files.

k480.

Discs must conform to UDF 2.0.

§3

DVD-R/RW

≥ Discs must conform to UDF bridge (UDF 1.02/ISO9660). ≥ This unit is not compatible with multi-session. Only the default session is played.

≥

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 contents 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).

e.g. MP3 root

001 group

001

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

Discs that can be played

003 group

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

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

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STEP 1 Connection

≥ 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 colour.

Television

STEP 1 Connection

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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.

VIDEO

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

S video cable

Audio/video cable (included)

S VIDEO

With COMPONENT VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN

Audio/video cable

(included)

R L

Not used

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

Video cables

Back of the unit

Select “DARKER” from the “BLACK LEVEL” (➜ 16, “VIDEO” menu).

To enjoy progressive video

Connect to a progressive output compatible television. Set “VIDEO OUT (I/P)” to “PROGRESSIVE”, then follow the instructions on the menu screen (➜ 16, “VIDEO” menu).

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

∫ Enjoying multi-channel surround sound

Amplifier with a built-in decoder or a decoderamplifier combination

COAXIAL IN

≥You cannot use DTS Digital Surround decoders not suited to DVD.

Change “PCM OUTPUT”, “DOLBY DIGITAL” and “DTS” (➜ 17, “AUDIO” menu).

Coaxial cable

Back of the unit

∫ Connect the AC power supply cord last

AC power supply cord

To household AC outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz)

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.

STEP 2 The remote control

∫ Batteries

R6/LR6, AA

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

≥ 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 shor t circuit. ≥ attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese

batteries.

≥ use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

STEP 3 Quick setup

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

1 Press [Í]. 2 Press [SETUP].

QUICK SETUP screen appears.

3 Follow the on-screen instructions and select the settings with [3 4]

and [ENTER].

≥ Press [RETURN] to return to previous screen.

4 Press [ENTER] to finish setting. 5 Press [SETUP] to exit the setup menu.

≥ To change these settings later, select “QUICK SETUP” (➜ 17, “OTHERS” menu).

Quick setup

STEP 3

The remote control

STEP 2

Connection

STEP 1

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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.

DVD-RAM: Remove discs from their

≥

cartridges before use.

Skip

≥ Press [:9] to skip chapters, tracks, etc. ≥ [DVD-VR]

Basic play

Stop

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

Can also skip to the markers.

Remote control sensor

Stop

2Open the disc tray.

4Start play.

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

≥ Up to 5 steps ≥ Press [1] (PLAY) to restart play. ≥ [VCD] Slow-motion: forward direction only ≥ [MPEG4] [DivX] Slow-motion: Does not work.

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.

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[Note]

≥DISCS CONTINUE TO ROTATE WHILE MENUS ARE DISPLAYED. Press [∫]

when you finish to preserve the unit’s motor and your television screen.

≥ To pl ay [MP3] or [JPEG] contents on DVD-RAM, set “DVD–VR/DATA” to

“OTHERS” menu

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

If you are experiencing problems, refer to troubleshooting guide (➜ 19, 20).

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