Panasonic SC-PM39D User Manual

DVD Stereo System

Operating Instructions

Model No. SC-PM39D

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely.

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
For U.S.A. and Canada	1
For Latin America	4

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Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product.

For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.

Operations in these instructions are described mainly for the remote control, but you can do the operations on the main unit if the controls are the same.

System	SC-PM39D
Main unit	SA-PM39D
Speakers	SB-PM39

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.

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

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 products 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.

Accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.

Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.

In U.S.A. to order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 39.

1 Remote control

(N2QAJB000098)

2 Batteries

for remote control

1 AC power supply cord

(K2CB2CB00006)

1 AM loop antenna

(N1DAAAA00001)

1 FM indoor antenna

(RSA0007-L)

1 Video cable

(RJL1P016B15A)

1 Antenna plug

For U.S.A. and Canada only

(K2RC021B0001)

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

SC-PM39D

SERIAL NUMBER

Table of contents
Getting started
Accessories .............................................................................		3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..................................		4
Product Service .......................................................................		4
Disc information ......................................................................		5
Simple setup
STEP1	Positioning ...........................................................	6
STEP2	Connecting the speakers ....................................	6
STEP3	Television .............................................................	7
STEP4 Connecting the antennas and AC power
	supply cord ........................................................	8
STEP5	The remote control ..............................................	8
STEP6	QUICK SETUP ......................................................	9
STEP7	Setting the time ...................................................	9
DEMO function .....................................................................		9
Control reference guide .......................................................		10
Disc operations
Discs — Basic play ...............................................................		12
Discs — Convenient functions ............................................		14
Soundtracks / Subtitle ..........................................................		14
Position memory / Repeat play ............................................		14
Random play ........................................................................		15
Program play (up to 24 items) ..............................................		15
Discs — Using navigation menus .......................................		16
Using the tree screen to find a group ...................................		16
Using a contents screen to find a track ................................		16
Using the submenu ..............................................................		16
Playing HighMAT discs .........................................................		17
Playing programs on DVD-RAM ...........................................		18
Using the play list on DVD-RAM ..........................................		18
Discs — Using On-screen menu .........................................		19
To get disc information or to play from a specified item .......		19
To see the playback position ................................................		21
Radio operations
The radio ................................................................................		22
Manual tuning / Preset tuning ..............................................		22
Tape operations
Cassette tapes .......................................................................		23
Recording operations
Recording ..............................................................................		24
Sound field and sound quality operations
Sound field and sound quality .............................................		25
Advanced Surround .............................................................		25
Multi Re-master — Enjoying more natural sound ................		25
Changing sound field and quality .........................................		25
To enjoy even higher quality sound—AUDIO ONLY ............		25
Other functions
Convenient functions ...........................................................		26
Auto-off function / Dimming the display ................................		26
Enjoying more powerful bass ...............................................		26
Muting the volume / Using headphones ...............................		26
The play/record timer ...........................................................		27
The sleep timer / Operating a television ...............................		28
Discs — Changing the player’s settings ............................		29
Digital output ........................................................................		31
Using other equipment .........................................................		32
Home Theater — Enjoying more powerful sound ................		32
Using an external unit ..........................................................		32
Optional antenna connections ..............................................		33
Reference
Troubleshooting guide .........................................................		34
Maintenance ..........................................................................		36
When moving the unit ..........................................................		36
Glossary .................................................................................		37
Tray/disc handling procedure ..............................................		37
Specifications ........................................................................		38
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) ..................................		39

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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 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.

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.

Product information

For product information or assistance with product operation:

In the U.S.A., refer to “Customer Services Directory” on page 39.

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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Disc information

Discs that can be played

Indication

Disc

Logo

in these

Remarks

operating

instructions

Recorded using Version 1.1 of the

• Recorded with DVD-Video recorders,

Video Recording Format (a unified

DVD-Video cameras, personal

RAM

video recording standard).

computers, etc.

• Remove discs from their cartridges

DVD-RAM

before use.

Recorded using the DCF (Design rule

• Recorded with Panasonic DVD-Video

for Camera File system) standard.

recorders.

JPEG

• To play JPEG files, select “Play as Data

Disc” in Other Menu (A page 21).

DVD-A

—

DVD-Audio

Some DVD-Audio discs contain DVD-Video content.

DVD-V

To play DVD-Video content, select “Play as DVD-Video” in Other Menu (A page 21).

DVD-Video

—

DVD-V

Panasonic DVD-R recorded and finalized\ on a Panasonic DVD-Video recorder

DVD-R

or DVD-Video camera are played as DVD-Video on this unit.

Video CD

—

VCD

SVCD

Conforming to IEC62107.

This unit is compatible with HDCD, but does not support Peak Extend function

CD

(A function which expands the dynamic range of high level signals).

CD

HDCD-encoded CDs sound better because they are encoded with 20 bits,

compared with 16 bits for all other CDs.

•

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

•

WMA

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

on the left. Close the session or finalize\ the disc after recording.

CD-R

MP3

•

HighMAT discs

CD-RW

—

JPEG

WMA, MP3 or JPEG files only.

CD

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

VCD

Menu (A page 21).

\ 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.

7 Discs that cannot be played

DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, DVD+R, +RW, DVD-RW, SACD, Divx Video Discs and Photo CD, DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from its 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.

7 Audio format of DVDs

This unit automatically recognizes and decodes discs with these symbols.

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.

7Disc 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 hard 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.

7Playing PAL system DVD-Audio

7 To clean discs								This unit converts PAL to NTSC for play. The picture is compressed
								to show it in its entirety, but this may cause it to be stretched vertically.
DVD-A		DVD-V		VCD		CD
Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

RAMDVD-R

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

•Never use cloths or cleaners for CDs, etc.

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Connect cords so tag colors match the terminal colors.

Red
k tag)
Black	PB Y
opper(Red tag)	Right speaker

Connect the left (L) side in the same way.

STEP3 Television

7 Connecting a television with a VIDEO IN terminal

VIDEO	Television
IN	(not included)

Video cable

(included)

	AM ANT	FM ANT
EXT	LOOP	75Ω

R L SUBWOOFER

OUT

AUX

OPTICAL	L
OUT	AC IN
	R

HIGH(6Ω ) LOW(6Ω )

SPEAKERS (SB-PM39)

HAUT-PARLEURS

S-VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

PR PB Y

Video cable

7Connecting a television with COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

PR

PB

Y

	AM ANT	FM ANT
EXT	LOOP	75Ω

R L SUBWOOFER

OUT

AUX

OPTICAL

OUT

HIGH(6Ω ) LOW(6Ω )

SPEAKERS (SB-PM39)

HAUT-PARLEURS

S-VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

PR PB Y

Video cables

(not included)

VIDEO OUT terminal

Do not connect the unit through a video cassette recorder, because the picture may not be played correctly due to the copy guard.

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S-VIDEO

IN

S-VIDEO cable

(not included)

	AM ANT	FM ANT
EXT	LOOP	75Ω

R L SUBWOOFER

OUT

AUX

OPTICAL	L
OUT	AC IN
	R

HIGH(6Ω ) LOW(6Ω )

SPEAKERS (SB-PM39)

HAUT-PARLEURS

S-VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

PR PB Y

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals

These terminals can be used for either interlace or progressive output and provide a purer picture than the S-VIDEO OUT terminal. Connection using these terminals outputs the color difference signals (PB/PR) and luminance signal (Y) separately in order to achieve high fidelity in reproducing colors. The description of the component video input terminals depends on the television or monitor (e.g. Y/PB/PR,Y/B-Y/R-Y, Y/CB/CR). Connect to terminals of the same color.

•After making this connection, change the black level for a better picture (A page 29, “Video” tab - Black Level Control).

To enjoy progressive video

1.Connect to the component video input terminals on a 480P compatible television. (Video will not be displayed correctly if connected to an incompatible television.)

2.In QUICK SETUP, set “Progressive Out” to “Enable”.

3.Change “Progressive” to “480P” (A page 20, Picture Menu— Video Output Mode).

•All televisions manufactured by Panasonic and that have 480P input connectors are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of television.

•If the unit is connected to the television through VIDEO OUT or S-VIDEO OUT, output will be interlace, irrespective of the settings.

S-VIDEO OUT terminal

The S-VIDEO terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal by separating the chrominance (C) and luminance (Y) signals. (Actual results depend on the television.)

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STEP4 Connecting the antennas and AC power supply cord

Connect the AC power supply after all other connections are complete.

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SETUP

/REW

ENTER

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Control reference guide

Main unit

PHONES (headphone jack) ( 26)

Cassette lid

OPEN(cassette

open button) ( 23)

DVD/CDbutton (12)

TUNER/AUX button ( 22, 32)

Remote control sensor

MULTI RE-MASTER button (25)

REC (record button) (24)

DISC CHECK (disc check button)

(13)

FL Display

STOP , –DEMO (stop, demonstation button) (9, 12)

ADVANCED

SURROUND button (25)

VOL UP/DOWN

(volume control knob) (12, 25)

TAPE (tape play button)

(		23)
Disc trays (					12)
OPEN/CLOSE							(disc tray
open/close button) (									12)

1– 5 (disc direct play buttons) (13)

CHANGE(disc change button) (13)

AC IN (AC supply indicator)

This indicator lights when the unit is connected to the AC power supply.

POWER (standby/on switch)

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.

	Remote control
			Ä Disc pause button [J DISC PAUSE] ...............			12
			Å Tuner/Aux button [TUNER/AUX] ...............			22, 32
			Ç Tape play, Record button
			[- TAPE, [REC ] ........................................			23, 24
			É Top menu, Direct navigator button
			[TOP MENU, DIRECT NAVIGATOR] ...		13, 17, 18
			Ñ Display button [DISPLAY] .............	14, 16, 17, 21
			Ö Disc skip, tape fast-forward/rewind, preset
			channel select, time adjust, Setup, Cancel
			buttons [g f, 4/REW, 3/FF, SETUP,
			CANCEL] ...............................	9, 12, 13, 15, 22, 23
			Ü Shift button [SHIFT]
			To use functions labeled in orange:
			While pressing [SHIFT], press the corresponding
			button.
			á Muting, TV/VIDEO button
			[MUTING, TV/VIDEO] ..................................			26, 28
			à Play timer/record timer, Auto off button
			[ rPLAY/REC, AUTO OFF] .........................			26, 27
			â FL display, Dimmer button
			[FL DISPLAY, DIMMER] ................................			9, 26
			ä Surround, Multi re-master button
			[SURROUND, M.RE-MASTER] .........................			25
			ã Sound, Audio only button
			[SOUND, A.ONLY] .............................................			25
			å Numbered buttons [0 – 9, X10] .......................			13
			ç Position memory button [P.MEMORY]		...........	14
			é Quick replay button [Q.REPLAY] ....................			15
			è DVD/CD play button [: DVD/CD] ....................			12
			ê Menu, Playlist button
			[MENU, PLAY LIST] .............................		13, 16–18
	1 Clock/timer, Sleep timer button		ë Cursor buttons [8, 9, /, -], Enter button
			[ENTER]			9
	[CLOCK/TIMER, SLEEP]	9, 28
	2 Standby/on, TV standby/on switch		í Return button [RETURN] ......................			9, 13, 19
	[f, TVf] .........................................................	9, 28	ì Slow/search, tuning, character skip buttons
	3 Angle/Page, Subwoofer button		[(, ) SLOW/SEARCH] ................		12, 16, 22
			These buttons also have the following functions.
	[ANGLE/PAGE, SUBWOOFER]	12, 15, 26
			[(, )]: TV channel select buttons
	4 Disc select, All disc button [DISC, ALL DISC],
			[TV CH 4, 3]			28
	Disc buttons [1–5]	13
			î Volume buttons [ – , + , VOLUME]			12, 25
	5 Group button [GROUP]	13
			These buttons also have the following functions.
	6 Repeat button [REPEAT] .................................	14	[– , +]: TV volume buttons [TV VOL –, +] ..........			28
	7 Play mode select button [PLAY MODE] ... 15, 22
	8 Program button [PGM] .....................................	15
	9 Stop button [L STOP] ......................................	12

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Discs — Basic play

operationsDisc

•If the disc contains both audio data (WMA and MP3) and JPEG, select “Audio” to play WMA/MP3, “Picture” to play JPEG or “All” to play both audio and picture while the menu is displayed (except JPEG files on RAM disc). You can also access the menu by pressing [TOP MENU].

1	2	4
Open the disc	Place disc.	Start play.
tray.

•The unit turns on automatically and a tray opens.

3

Close the disc
tray.	• Load double-sided discs	• Remove TYPE 2 and 4
	so the label for the side	discs from their cartridges
	you want to play is facing	before use.
	up. (A page 37, Tray/disc	Read the instructions for the
	handling procedure)	disc carefully.

(Group skip WMA MP3 JPEG )

	The stopped play position is
	memorized when “RESUME” is
	displayed.
	• Press [: DVD/CD] to	DVD-A
	resume. DVD-V To review	• To select still pictures.
	the previous chapters
	(A page 14, Position
	memory).	• Up to 5 steps.
	• Press [L STOP] to clear the
		• Press [: DVD/CD] to restart
	position.
		play.
		• DVD-A Motion picture parts
	• Press [: DVD/CD] to restart	only.
		• VCD Slow motion, forward
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