Panasonic DVD-S97EB User Manual

®

Dear customer

T

hank 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

The United Kingdom and Continental Europe 2
Australia and N.Z. 4
Russia 5

Example: [The\United\Kingdom\and\Continental\Europe[

2

ALL

2

Operating Instructions

DVD/CD PLAYER

Model No. DVD-S97

Table of contents

Getting started

Caution for AC Mains Lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Accessories/Discs that can be played . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

STEP 1

Connection to a television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Enjoying higher quality audio and video (HDMI connection) . . . . . . . . 4

Enjoying multi-channel surround sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

STEP 2

The remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

STEP 3

QUICK SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

STEP 4

Television operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Operations

Basic play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Enjoying higher quality audio and video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Recalling recommended audio/video setting—AV Enhancer . . . . . . .7

Reproducing more natural audio—Multi Re-master . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Enjoying even higher quality sound—AUDIO ONLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Adjusting picture mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Changing the play sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

All group/Program/Random play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

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

Changing play speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Starting play from a selected group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Quick replay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Position memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Changing soundtracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Changing subtitles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Angle select and Still picture rotation/advance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Changing the zoom ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Reducing noise in pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Using navigation menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Playing WMA/MP3/JPEG/MPEG4 discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Playing CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Playing HighMAT

Playing RAM discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Using On-Screen Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Main Menus/Other Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Changing the player settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Changing the speaker setting to suit your speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Reference

Disc handling/Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

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

Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

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

Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating
instructions are of the models for the United Kingdom and
Continental Europe.

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[Note]

5

“EB” on the packaging indicates the United Kingdom.

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discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

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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!

≥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.

Caution for AC Mains Lead

≥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.

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

Caution for AC Mains Lead

(For United Kingdom)

(“EB” area code model only)

For your safety, please read the following text carefully.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your
safety and convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement
fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to
BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI mark Ì on the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is
refitted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement
cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer.

CAUTION!

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE
SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE
REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE
CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as stated
below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following
code:
Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which
is marked with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE
EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER
E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL Ó OR COLOURED GREEN OR
GREEN/YELLOW.

CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT

LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT

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(Inside of product)
(Produktets innside)
(Tuotteen sisällä)

(Back of product)

THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF—KEEP DRY.

Before use

Remove the connector cover.

How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug
(figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the
instructions below.
Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

Figure A Figure B

2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

Figure A Figure B

Fuse
(5 ampere)

Fuse cover

Fuse
(5 ampere)

Accessories

Use numbers when asking for replacement parts.

∏ 1 Remote control (EUR7720KE0)
∏ 1 AC mains lead

∏ 1 Audio/video cable (K2KA2CA00009)
∏ 1 HDMI cable (K1HA19DA0001)
∏ 2 Remote control batteries

The United Kingdom (RJA0053-3X)
Continental Europe and Russia
Australia and N.Z. (K2CJ2DA00008)

(RJA0019-2X)

[Note]

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

Discs that can be played

Indication

Disc Logo

DVD-RAM

DVD-Audio

DVD-Video

in these

operating

instructions

[RAM]

[JPEG]

[MPEG4]

[DVD-A]

[DVD-V]

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.

Recorded using the DCF (Design rule for
Camera File system) Standard Version 1.0.

Recorded with the Panasonic SD multi
cameras or DVD video recorders
[conforming to SD VIDEO specifications
(ASF standard)/MPEG4 (Simple Profile)
video system/G.726 audio system].

Some multi-channel DVD-Audio will prevent down-mixing (➜ page 16, Glossary) of all or
part of their contents if this is the manufacturer’s intention. When playing such discs, or
such parts of the disc, unless the number of connected speakers is the same as the disc’s
channel specification, audio will not be output properly (e.g. part of the audio is missing,
multi-channel audio cannot be selected and audio is played in two channels). Refer to the
disc’s jacket for more information.

Some DVD-Audio discs contain DVD-Video content.
To play DVD-Video content, select “Play as DVD-Video” (➜ page 13, Other Menu).

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For the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland

∫ Sales and Support Information

Customer Care Centre

≥For UK customers: 08705 357357
≥For Republic of Ireland customers: 01 289 8333
≥Visit our website for product information
≥E-mail: [e-mail]

Direct Sales at Panasonic UK
≥Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and

confidence by phoning our Customer Care Centre Monday-Friday
9:00am-5:30pm. (Excluding public holidays)

≥Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at

www.panasonic.co.uk

≥Most major credit and debit cards accepted.
≥All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly

by Panasonic UK Ltd.

≥It couldn’t be simpler!
≥Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of

finished products, take a browse on our website for further details.

Remarks

≥To play JPEG or MPEG4 files, select

“Play as Data Disc” (➜ page 13, Other
Menu).

Accessories/Discs that can be played

[DVD-V]

DVD-R

Video CD

[VCD]

SVCD

CD [CD]

[CD]

CD-R
CD-RW

§

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.

—

[VCD]

[WMA]

[MP3]

[JPEG]

[MPEG4]

∫ Discs that cannot be played

DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, DVDiR, iRW, DVD-RW, 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.

Panasonic DVD-R recorded and finalized
Video cameras are played as DVD-Video on this unit.

—

Conforming to IEC62107

This unit is compatible with HDCD (➜ page 16, Glossary), but does not support the Peak
Extend function (a function which expands the dynamic range of high level signals).

≥During HDCD play, “HDCD” lights on the unit’s display.

≥This unit can play CD-R/RW recorded with the formats on the left. Close the sessions or

§

the disc after recording.

finalize

≥HighMAT discs

WMA, MP3 or JPEG files only.
To play without using the HighMAT function, select “Play as Data Disc” (➜ page 13,
Other Menu).

≥[WMA] This unit is not compatible with Multiple Bit Rate (MBR: a file that contains the

same content encoded at several different bit rates).

∫ Audio format of DVDs

You can play discs with these symbols.

§

on Panasonic DVD-Video recorders or DVD-

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STEP 1

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(PROGRESSIVE/INTERLACE)

5.1ch

2ch

L

P

B

Y

P

R

R

AUDIO O UT

2ch

L

R

P

B

Y

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(PROGRESSIVE/INTERLACE)

()

()

FRONT L/L

FRONT R/R

VIDEO
OUT

S VIDEO
OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(PROGRESSIVE/INTERLACE)

5.1ch

2ch

P

B

Y

P

R

R

SURROUND

FRONT L/L

FRONT R/R

O

OUT

S VIDEO

T

COAXIAL

COMP

(PRO

AUDIO O UT

5.1ch

2ch

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
(PCM/BITSTREAM)

L

L

P

B

P

R

R

R

OPTICAL

CENTER

SURROUND

FRONT L/L

SUBWOOFER

FRONT R/R

COAXIAL

AUDIO O UT

5.1ch

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
(PCM/BITSTREAM)

L

R

OPTICAL

CENTER

SURROUND

FRONT L/L

SUBWOOFER

FRONT R/R

HDMI

AV OUT

COAXIAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
(PCM/BITSTREAM)

OPTICAL

CENTER

SUBWOOF

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(PROGRESSIVE/INTERLACE)

P

B

Y

P

R

VIDEO
OUT

S VIDEO
OUT

≥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

R

Connection to a television

or

VIDEO INS VIDEO

L

Audio/
video
cable

(included)

IN

S video
cable

§

Television

WITH COMPONENT VIDEO IN

COMPONENT

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

VIDEO IN

Audio/
video
cable

(included)

AUDIO IN

AUDIO IN

R

L

L

R

Not used

Video
cables

[\The\United\Kingdom\and\Continental\Europe]only]

WITH SCART (AV) IN

SCART (AV) IN

21-pin
SCART
cable

AV

≥If the television is compatible with S-

video, select “S-Video/YPbPr”, or
compatible with RGB, select “RGB/No
Output” for the AV terminals in QUICK
SETUP (➜ page 5).

∫

Connect the AC mains lead last

FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM ONLY
READ THE CAUTION FOR AC MAINS
LEAD ON PAGE 2 BEFORE
CONNECTION.

AC mains lead (included)

AC IN

To household mains socket

§

Connection to a television

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.

VIDE

OU

To enjoy progressive video

Connect to a progressive output compatible
television.

[\The\United\Kingdom\and\Continental\Europe]only]

1

Select “Video/YPbPr” for the component
terminals in QUICK SETUP (

2 Set “HDMI Video Mode” to “Off ” (➜ page 15,

“HDMI” tab).

3 Set “Video Output Mode” to “525 (480)p” or “625

(576)p”, then follow the instructions on the menu
screen (➜ page 12, Picture Menu).

\The\United\Kingdom,\Continental\Europe]and]Russia]

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

➜ page 5).

Back of the unit

Enjoying higher quality audio and video (HDMI connection) (➜ page16, Glossary)

By connecting to an HDMI compatible high-definition television, video recordings can be converted to, and output as, high-definition video [750 (720)p,
1125 (1080)i]. You can also enjoy multi-channel 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 multi-channel surround sound by

connecting an amplifier with other audio
terminals (

➜

page 5

).

HDMI IN

Television

HDMI cable (included)

With HDMI compatible television
and amplifier

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

HDMI IN

HDMI cable

HDMI OUT

HDMI IN

HDMI cable

(included)

Television Television

To the multi-channel
speakers

Amplifier

With HDMI compatible amplifier

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

VIDEO IN

To the multi-channel
speakers

HDMI IN

HDMI
cable

(included)

Amplifier

Not used

Audio/video
cable

(included)

Not used

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§

Back of the unit

≥Set “HDMI Video Mode” to “On” and “HDMI

Audio Output” to “On” (➜ page 15, “HDMI”
tab).

≥To enjoy high-definition video, connect to an HDMI compatible high-definition television and set “Video Output Mode” (➜ page 12, Picture Menu).
≥This unit has HDMI Ver 1.1 (EDID Ver 1.3, up to 512 Bytes). It is not compatible with the HDMI Control Function (CEC).
≥Should you connect equipment that does not support CPPM (➜ page 16, Glossary), the audio from the CPPM copy protected DVD-Audio cannot be

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output from HDMI AV OUT terminal. Connect the audio cable (L, R) of the Audio/Video cable to an HDMI compatible AUDIO IN terminal.

Back of the unit

≥

Set “HDMI Video Mode” to “On” and “HDMI
Audio Output” to “On” (
tab).

➜

page 15, “HDMI”

≥

Set “HDMI Video Mode” to “Off” and “HDMI
Audio Output” to “On” (

§

You can also use the S VIDEO and
COMPONENT VIDEO terminals.

➜

page 15, “HDMI” tab).

Back of the unit

Enjoying multi-channel surround sound

OPTICAL

COAXIAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
(PCM/BITSTREAM)

CENTER

SUBWOOFER

5

.

AUDIO OUT

5.1c h

L

R

CENTER

SURROUND

FRONT L/L

SUBWOOFER

FRONT R/R

L

R

c

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

TOP MENU

PLAY LIST

MENU

ENTER

DISPLAY

RETURN

CONTRAST

BRIGHTNESS

SHARPNESS

COLOR

SUBTITLE

AUDIO

ANGLE/PAGE

SETUP

FL SELECT

TV

AV

CH

VOLUME

≥Select “Off” in “HDMI Audio Output” (➜ page 15, “HDMI” tab).

WITH COAXIAL IN or OPTICAL IN

Amplifier with a built-in
decoder or a decoder­amplifier combination

COAXIAL IN

OPTICAL IN

≥You cannot use DTS Digital Surround decoders

not suited to DVD.

≥Even if using this connection, output will be only

2 channels when playing DVD-Audio.
To enjoy multi-channel surround sound, connect
with 5.1 ch AUDIO OUT terminals (
HDMI terminals (➜ page 4).

Amplifier

➜

right) or

WITH AUDIO IN 5.1ch

To obtain maximum performance of DVD-Audio multi-channel
linear PCM sound, this connection is recommended. To enjoy
digital multi-channel surround sound, connect to an amplifier
with HDMI terminals (➜ page 4).

COAXIAL IN

CENTER SUBWOOFER

SURROUND
(L) (R)

FRONT

(L) (R)

Coaxial
cable

STEP 2

∫ Batteries

STEP 3

Optical digital audio cable

Do not bend sharply when connecting.

≥Change “PCM Digital Output”, “Dolby

Digital”, “DTS Digital Surround” and
“MPEG” (➜ page 14, “Audio” tab).

Back of the unit

The remote control

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

R6/LR6, AA, UM-3

≥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.
≥

remote control.

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 signal sensor (➜ page 6), avoiding
obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m directly in front of the unit.

QUICK SETUP

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

123 4 5

SETUP

RETURN

ENTER

ENTER

Audio cable

Connect cables to
terminals corresponding to
the speakers you have
connected.

≥Change “Speaker

Settings” (➜ page
14, “Audio” tab).

SETUP

Power ON.

Shows QUICK
SETUP
screen.

Follow the
message and
make the settings.

Press to finish
QUICK
SETUP.

Press to
exit.

To change these settings later

Select “QUICK SETUP” (➜ page 15, “Others” tab).

STEP 4

Point the remote control at the television

While pressing [Í TV], enter the code with the numbered buttons.

e.g., 01: [0] ➜ [1]

Manufacturer and Code No.

\The\United\Kingdom,\Continental\Europe]and]Russia] [Australia\and\N.Z.]

Panasonic 01, 02, 03, 04, 45
AIWA 35
AKAI 27, 30
BLAUPUNKT 09
BRANDT 10, 15
BUSH 05, 06
CURTIS 31
DESMET 05, 31, 33
DUAL 05, 06
ELEMIS 31
FERGUSON 10
GOLDSTAR/LG 31

Test by turning on the television and changing channels. Repeat the procedure until you find the code that allows correct operation.
≥If your television brand is not listed or if the code listed for your television does not allow control of your television, this remote control is not compatible

with your television.

Television operation (You can use this unit’s remote control to operate your television.)

TV

AV

GOODMANS 05, 06, 31
GRUNDIG 09
HITACHI

22, 23, 31, 40, 41, 42
INNO HIT 34
IRRADIO 30
ITT 25
JVC 17, 39
LOEWE 07
METZ 28, 31
MITSUBISHI 06, 19, 20
MIVAR 24
NEC 36

NOKIA 25, 26, 27
NORDMENDE 10
ORION 37
PHILIPS 05, 06
PHONOLA 31, 33
PIONEER 38
PYE 05, 06
RADIOLA 05, 06
SABA 10
SALORA 26
SAMSUNG 31, 32, 43
SANSUI 05, 31, 33

SANYO 21
SBR 06
SCHNEIDER 05, 06, 29, 30, 31
SELECO 06, 25
SHARP 18
SIEMENS 09
SINUDYNE 05, 06, 33
SONY 08
TELEFUNKEN 10, 11, 12, 13, 14
THOMSON 10, 15, 44
TOSHIBA 16
WHITE WESTINGHOUSE 05, 06

TV operation

VOLUME

CH

Panasonic/National 01, 02, 03, 04
GOLDSTAR/LG 15, 16
HITACHI 08
JVC 07
MITSUBISHI 09, 10
NEC 13
PHILIPS 12
SAMSUNG 12, 17, 18
SANYO 14, 19
SHARP 11
SONY 05
TOSHIBA 06

Connection to a television/The remote control/QUICK SETUP/Television operation

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Basic play

Stop

Basic play

Pause

Skip

Group skip

FL SELECT

AV ENHANCER

CANCEL

SKIP

STOP

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

TOP MENU

DISPLAY

CONTRAST

SUBTITLE

TV

AV

RE-MASTER

PAUSE

BRIGHTNESS

AUDIO

MULTI

ENTER

CH

SLOW/SEARCH

SHARPNESS

ANGLE/PAGE

VOLUME

AUDIO ONLY

PLAY SPEED

POSITION MEMORY

QUICK REPLAY

PLAY

PLAY LIST

MENU

RETURN

COLOR

SETUP

STOP

PAUSE

SKIP

ENTER

1

Power ON.

Remote control
signal sensor

750p/1125i

3

Load 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.

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

[DVD-V]

To review the previous

(➜ page 9, Position

chapters

memory).

≥Press [∫] to clear the position.

≥Press [1] (PLAY) to restart

play.

Skips items.
≥[RAM] Can also skip to the

markers [➜ page 12, Marker
(VR)].

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4]

Skips groups.
≥Does not work while paused.

2

Open the disc tray.

4

Start play.

Enter number

Disc menu

(➜ page 7)

123

456

789

CANCEL

0

10

ENTER

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

TOP MENU

PLAY LIST

MENU

RETURN

PauseStop

Press to skip.
Press and hold to
–search (during play)
–slow-motion.

(during pause)

[RAM] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD]

e.g. To select 12:
[S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2]

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4]

e.g. To select 123:
[1] ➜ [2] ➜ [3] ➜ [ENTER]
≥Press [CANCEL] to cancel the

number(s).

[DVD-A] [DVD-V]

Shows a disc top menu.

[RAM]

Plays the programs (➜page 11).

[DVD-V]

Shows a disc menu.

[RAM]

Plays a play list (➜ page 11).

[VCD] with playback control

Shows a disc menu.

Search

(during play)

Slow-motion

(during pause)

Frame-by­frame

SLOW/SEARCH

ENTER

≥Up to 5 steps.
≥Press [1] (PLAY) to start play.
≥[VCD] Slow motion: Forward

direction only.

≥[MPEG4] Slow motion: Does not

work.

[RAM] [DVD-V] [VCD]

≥[VCD] forward direction only.

(during pause)

Select

On-screen
item select

ENTER

Register

[Note]

≥“D.MIX” on the display indicates that a soundtrack with three or more

channels can be down-mixed to two channels (➜ page 16, Glossary).

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

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

If you are experiencing problems, refer to troubleshooting guide

RQT7258

(➜ page 18, 19).

6

Return to
previous

RETURN

screen

Main unit

FL SELECT

display

Information

SUBTITLE

screen

∫ 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.

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.

Number display

:;

Time display

[RAM]

Turns subtitle on/off (➜ page 9).

[DVD-V] [VCD] (SVCD only)
Selects the subtitle languages
(➜ page 9).

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4]
[CD] (CD text only)

Turns the information screen on/
off.