Panasonic DVD-S54E-K, DVD-S54E-S User Manual

Operating Instructions

DVD/CD PLAYER

Model No. DVD-S54

Region number

The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number “2” or “ALL”.

Example:

2 ALL 234

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MAGYAR POLSKI

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Table of contents/Accessories

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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

Safety precaution ........................................................................................

3

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

4

Maintenance.................................................................................................

5

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

6

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

8

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

8

Operations

 

Basic play.....................................................................................................

9

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

11

Program play............................................................................................................

11

Random play............................................................................................................

11

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

12

Playing audio (WMA/MP3), picture (JPEG) and video (DivX/MPEG4) discs...........

12

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

12

Convenient functions................................................................................

13

Displaying current playback condition/Enjoying advanced surround/Repeat play/

Changing picture mode/Changing play speed/Quick replay/Changing subtitles/

Reducing noise in pictures.......................................................................................

13

Changing soundtracks/Dialogue enhancer/Skipping about 30 seconds forward/Angle

select/Still picture rotation/Transfer mode/Zoom......................................................

14

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

15

On-Screen Menu 1/On-Screen Menu 2 ...................................................................

15

On-Screen Menu 3/On-Screen Menu 4 ...................................................................

16

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

17

Reference

 

About DivX VOD contents.........................................................................

19

About DivX subtitles text display.............................................................

19

VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM”...............................................................

20

Troubleshooting guide..............................................................................

21

Glossary.....................................................................................................

24

Specifications............................................................................................

25

Main feature index.....................................................................................

26

Accessories

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

(Product numbers correct as of January 2008.These may be subject to change.)

1 Remote control

(EUR7631300)

2 Remote control batteries

1 Audio/video cable

1 AC mains lead

Note

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

Do not use an AC mains lead from other equipment.

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Panasonic DVD-S54E-K, DVD-S54E-S User Manual

Safety precaution

Placement

Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration.These conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby shortening the unit’s service life. Do not place heavy items on the unit.

Voltage

Do not use high voltage power sources.This can overload the unit and cause a fire. Do not use a DC power source. Check the source carefully when setting the unit up on a ship or other place where DC is used.

AC mains lead protection

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

Grasp the plug firmly when unplugging the lead. Pulling the AC mains lead can cause electric shock. Do not handle the plug with wet hands.This can cause electric shock.

Foreign matter

Do not let metal objects fall inside the unit.This can cause electric shock or malfunction. Do not let liquids get into the unit.This can cause electric shock or malfunction. If this occurs, immediately disconnect the unit from the power supply and contact your dealer. Do not spray insecticides onto or into the unit.They

contain flammable gases which can ignite if sprayed into the unit.

Service

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

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

CAUTION!

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.

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

DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICINGTO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

WARNING:

TO REDUCETHE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,

DO NOT EXPOSETHIS APPARATUSTO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ONTHE APPARATUS.

USE ONLYTHE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

DO NOT REMOVETHE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICINGTO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION!

DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACETHIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURETHE

UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED.TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURETHAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCTTHE VENTILATION VENTS.

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

DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ONTHE 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.

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

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions..

(Inside of product)

(Back of product)

Safety precaution

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Discs that can be played

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Discs that can be played

Commercial discs

Disc

Indicated in these

Remarks

Logo

instructions by

 

 

 

 

DVD-Video

 

 

 

DVD-V

High quality movie

 

 

and music discs

Video CD

Including SVCD

VCD (Conforming to

IEC62107)

CD

CD

Music discs

 

Discs that cannot be played

Blu-ray, HD DVD, DVD-Audio, Version 1.0 of DVD-RW, DVD-ROM, CDROM, CDV, CD-G, SACD, 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.

Playing DVDs and Video CDs

The producer of these discs can control how they are played so you may not always be able to control play as described in these operating instructions (for example if the play time is not displayed or if a Video CD has menus).

Read the disc’s instructions carefully.

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.

Recorded discs (: Available, : Not available)

Disc

Recorded on a DVD

 

 

Recorded on a personal computer, etc.

 

video recorder, etc.

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Logo

DVD-V 2

DVD-VR 4

WMA

MP3

JPEG

MPEG4

DivX 5

 

DVD-RAM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Not necessary

DVD-R/RW

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Necessary

DVD-R DL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Necessary

4R/4RW

()3

Necessary

4R DL

()3

Necessary

CD-R/RW1

Necessary7

It may not be possible to play the above discs in all cases due to the type of discs, the condition of the recording, the recording method and how the files were created (page 5, Tips for making data discs).

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

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

3 Recorded using a format different from DVD-Video Format, therefore some functions cannot be used. 4 Discs recorded on DVD video recorders or DVD video cameras, etc. using Version 1.1 of the Video

Recording Format (a unified video recording standard).

5 Plays all versions of DivX® video (including DivX®6) with standard playback of DivX® media files. Certified to the DivX Home Theater Profile. GMC (Global Motion Compensation) is not supported.

6 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.

7 Closing the session will also work.

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Tips for making data discs

Format

Disc

Extension

Reference

 

 

 

• You cannot play WMA files that are copy protected.

WMA

CD-R/RW

“.WMA”

This unit is not compatible with Multiple Bit Rate

“.wma”

 

(MBR: a file that contains the same content

 

 

 

 

encoded at several different bit rates).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sampling frequency:

 

DVD-RAM

“.MP3”

 

DVD-RAM, DVD-R/RW:

 

 

11.02, 12, 22.05, 24, 44.1, and 48 kHz

MP3

DVD-R/RW

“.mp3”

 

 

CD-R/RW:

 

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 conforms

 

 

“.JPG”

 

to DCF Standard Version 1.0 are displayed.

 

 

 

– Files that have been altered, edited or saved

 

DVD-RAM

“.jpg”

 

with computer picture editing software may not

JPEG

DVD-R/RW

“.JPEG”

 

be displayed.

 

CD-R/RW

“.jpeg”

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

MPEG4

DVD-RAM

“.ASF”

 

(Simple Profile) video system/G.726 audio

DVD-R/RW

 

system] recorded with the Panasonic SD multi

 

CD-R/RW

“.asf”

 

cameras or DVD video recorders with this unit.

 

 

 

• The recording date may differ from that of the

 

 

 

 

actual date.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Plays all versions of DivX video (including

 

 

 

 

DivX® 6) [DivX video system/MP3, Dolby Digital

 

 

 

 

or MPEG audio system] with standard playback

 

 

 

 

of DivX® media files. Functions added with DivX

 

DVD-RAM

“.DIVX”

 

Ultra are not supported.

DivX

DVD-R/RW

“.divx”

GMC (Global Motion Compensation) is not supported.

 

CD-R/RW

“.AVI”

DivX files greater than 2GB or have no index may

 

 

“.avi”

 

not play properly on this unit.

 

 

 

• This unit supports all resolutions up to maximum

 

 

 

 

of 720 x 480 (NTSC)/720 x 576 (PAL).

 

 

 

• You can select up to 8 types of audio and

 

 

 

 

subtitles on this unit.

Naming folders and files

e.g.

MP3

 

 

 

 

 

(Files are treated as content and folders are treated

 

 

 

 

 

root

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

as groups on this unit.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

group

 

 

 

 

 

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

track

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

want to play them (this may not work at times).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

track

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DVD-RAM

 

 

 

 

 

 

track

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

group

 

• Discs must conform to UDF 2.0.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

track

played/Maintenance

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DVD-R/RW

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CD-R/RW

 

 

group

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

track

 

• Discs must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

track

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

for extended formats).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

track

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• This unit is compatible with multi-session but if there

 

 

 

 

 

 

track

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

are a lot of sessions it takes more time for play to

 

 

 

 

 

 

track

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

start. Keep the number of sessions to a minimum to

 

 

 

 

 

 

track

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

avoid this.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Discs must conform to UDF bridge (UDF 1.02/ISO9660).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

be

• This unit is not compatible with multi-session.The default session only is played.

can

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

• This unit cannot play files recorded using packet write.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

that

Note about using a DualDisc

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Discs

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.

Maintenance

Clean this unit with a soft, dry cloth

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

Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came with the cloth carefully.

Cleaning of the lens is generally not necessary although this depends on the operating environment.

Do not use commercially available lens cleaners as they may cause malfunction.

Clean discs

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Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

 

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Connection

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STEP 1 Connection

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 colour.

With VIDEO IN or S VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN

VIDEO

SVIDEO

R

L

IN

IN

 

 

S video cable

 

 

Audio/video

 

 

cable

 

 

 

(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 enjoy stereo sound.

Television

With COMPONENT VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN

 

COMPONENT

R

L

 

VIDEO IN

Audio/video cable

 

Not used

Video

 

cables

(included)

 

 

 

 

 

To enjoy progressive video

Connect to a progressive output compatible television.

Set “VIDEO OUT-SCART” to “VIDEO/YPbPr” for component terminals. (page 17, “VIDEO” menu).

Set “VIDEO PRIORITY” to “OFF” (page 18, “HDMI” menu).

Set “VIDEO OUT (I/P)” to “PROGRESSIVE”, then follow the instructions on the menu screen (page 17, “VIDEO” menu).

Panasonic televisions with 625 (576)/50i · 50p, 525 (480)/60i . 60p input terminals are progressive compatible.

Back of the unit

With SCART (AV) IN

SCART (AV) IN

21-pin SCART cable

If the television is compatible with S-video, set “VIDEO OUT-SCART” to “S-VIDEO/YPbPr”, or compatible with RGB, select “RGB/NO OUTPUT” for the AV terminals (page 17,

“VIDEO” menu). Also, set “VIDEO PRIORITY” to “OFF” (page 18,

“HDMI” menu) when “RGB/NO OUTPUT” is selected.

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Enjoying higher quality audio and video (HDMI connection) (Page 24, Glossary)

By connecting to an HDMI compatible high-definition television, video recordings can be converted to, and output as, high-definition video (1080p,1080i). You can also enjoy surround sound by connecting to an HDMI compatible amplifier with multi-channel output terminals.

With HDMI compatible television

To enjoy digital high-definition video and high quality audio with a single cable.

You can enjoy surround sound by connecting an amplifier with COAXIAL terminal

(page 8).

HDMI IN Television

HDMI cable

With HDMI compatible television and amplifier

To enjoy digital surround sound in addition to digital high-definition video.

HDMI IN Television

HDMI cable

Multi-channel speakers1

HDMI OUT Amplifier

HDMI IN

HDMI cable

With HDMI compatible amplifier

You can still enjoy surround sound when your television is not HDMI compatible by connecting an HDMI compatible amplifier.

VIDEO IN

 

Television

Not used

2

 

 

 

Multi-channel speakers1

Audio/video cable

 

Amplifier HDMI IN

 

 

(included)

 

 

Not used

2

HDMI cable

 

 

Connection

Back of the unit

Back of the unit

Back of the unit

• Set “VIDEO PRIORITY” to “ON” and

• Set “VIDEO PRIORITY” to “ON” and “AUDIO

• Set “AUDIO OUT” to “ON”.When you connect to a television

“AUDIO OUT” to “ON” (page 18, “HDMI”

OUT” to “ON” (page 18, “HDMI” menu).

through the COMPONENT VIDEO terminal only, set “VIDEO

menu).

 

PRIORITY” to “OFF”, too (page 18, “HDMI” menu).

1 DVD-V Audio will be output in 2 channels when output as PCM. Change “DOLBY DIGITAL” and “DTS” (page 18, “AUDIO” menu). 2 You can also use the S VIDEO and COMPONENT VIDEO terminals.

To enjoy high-definition video, connect to an HDMI compatible high-definition television and set “VIDEO FORMAT” (page 16, On-Screen Menu 4).

For stable operation and preventing deterioration of video quality, please purchase an HDMI cable 5.0 m or less in length with the HDMI logo.

It is compatible with the VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM” function (page 20 to 21).

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Connection/The remote control/QUICK SETUP

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STEP 1 Connection

Enjoying surround sound

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

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

Set “AUDIO OUT” to “OFF”

(page 18, “HDMI” menu), and change

“PCM OUTPUT”, “DOLBY DIGITAL”, “DTS” and “MPEG” (page 18, “AUDIO”

menu).

Connect the AC mains lead last

COAXIAL IN

Coaxial cable

AC mains lead (included)

To household mains socket

AC IN

Back of the unit

STEP 2The remote control

Batteries

• Insert so the poles (4 and 3) match those in the remote

 

control.

 

• Do not use rechargeable type batteries.

R6/LR6, AA

• Do not heat or expose to flame.

• Do not leave the batteries in an automobile exposed to

 

direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and

 

windows closed.

Do not:

mix old and new batteries.

use different types at the same time.

• 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 (page 9), avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m directly in front of the unit.

STEP 3 QUICK SETUP

Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the television. Please select the POLISH in QUICK SETUP.

1

2

3

Select

 

 

 

OK

Power on.

 

Shows QUICK

Register

 

Follow the message and

 

 

SETUP screen.

 

 

make the settings.

 

 

 

To change these settings later, select “QUICK SETUP” (page 18, “OTHERS” menu).

45

OK

 

Press to finish

Press to exit.

QUICK SETUP.

 

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Start play.
Search (during play) Slow-motion (during pause)
• Up to 5 steps
• Press [q] (PLAY) to restart play.
VCD Slow-motion: Forward direction only MPEG4 DivX Slow-motion: Does not work.
Pause
• Press [q] (PLAY) to restart play.
Open the disc tray.

Basic play

Power ON.

Remote control sensor

OPEN/CLOSE

Load the disc.

• Load double-sided discs so

the label for the side you Stop want to play is facing up.

Skip

Press [u i] to skip titles, chapters, tracks, etc.

DVD-VR Can also skip to the markers.

 

 

Stop

The position is memorized when “RESUME STOP” is displayed on your television screen.

• Press [q] (PLAY) to resume. (Resume play)

• Press [g] to clear the position.

Standby/on switch (8)

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.

Standby/on indicator (^)

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.

Note

DISCS CONTINUETO ROTATE WHILE MENUS ARE DISPLAYED. Press [g] when you finish to preserve the unit’s motor and your television screen.

• To play MP3 or JPEG contents on DVD-RAM, set “DVD-VR/DATA” to “DATA” (page 18, “OTHERS” menu).

• Total title number may not be displayed properly on 4R/4RW.

If you are experiencing problems, refer to “Troubleshooting guide” (page 21 to 23).

Basic play

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