Panasonic SC-PT90 Operation Manual

Operating Instructions
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DVD Home Theater Sound System
Model No. SC-PT90
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.
The illustrations shown may differ from your unit.
Region number The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number “2” or “ALL”.
Example
Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.
[EB]
RQTX1198-B
System SC-PT90
Figure A Figure B
Fuse cover
Figure A Figure B
Fuse (5 ampere)
Fuse (5 ampere)
This unit SA-PT90 Speaker
system
Subwoofer SB-HW22
Please note that the actual controls and
components, menu items, etc. of your DVD Home Theater Sound System may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.
Operations in these instructions are described
mainly with the remote control, but you can perform the operations on this unit if the controls are the same.
Front speakers SB-HF70 Center speaker SB-HC70 Surround speakers SB-HS70
Accessories
Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of May 2010. These may be subject to change.)
1 Remote control (N2QAYB000456)2 Remote control batteries
1 FM indoor antenna (RSAX0002)1 Antenna plug adaptor (K1YZ02000013)Speaker cables
3 short cables (REEX1184)2 long cables (REEX1184A)
1 AC mains lead (K2CZ3YY00005)
Sales and Support Information
Customer Care Centre
For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3852For customers within the Republic of Ireland:
01 289 8333
Visit our website for product information
www.panasonic.co.uk
E-mail: customer.care@panasonic.co.uk Direct Sales at Panasonic UK
For customers: 0844 844 3856Order accessory and consumable items for your
product with ease and confidence by phoning our Customer Care Centre Monday-Thursday 9:00am­5:30pm, Friday 9:30am-5:30pm (Excluding public holidays).
Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering
application at www.pas-europe.com.
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.
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Caution for AC Mains Lead
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. 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.
2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
QUICK START GUIDEQUICK START GUIDEQUICK START GUIDE
Getting Started
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Caution for AC Mains Lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
step 1 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
step 2 Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Speaker connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Radio antenna connections . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Audio and video connections . . . . . . . . . . .7
step 3 AC mains lead connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
step 4 Preparing the remote control . . . . . . . . . . .8
step 5 EASY SETUP
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Presetting stations automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Listening/confirming the preset channels. . . . . . . . . . 9
Manual tuning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Using the START menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Selecting the source by the remote control . . . . . . . 10
Listening to the TV or other device’s audio from this
unit’s speakers
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Enjoying sound effects from all speakers
Enjoying surround sound effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Selecting sound mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Whisper-mode Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Adjusting the speaker output level manually . . . 11 Adjusting the speaker level during playback . . . 12
Adjusting the balance of the front speakers . . . . 12
Playing Discs
Basic play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Other modes of play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Repeat play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Program and Random play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Using navigation menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Playing data discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Playing DVD-R/-RW (DVD-VR) discs. . . . . . . . . . . 14
Using on-screen menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Other Operations
Using the VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM”. . . . . . . . 16
What is VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” . . . . . . . . . . . 16
What you can do with “HDAVI Control” . . . . . . . . . 16
Easy control only with VIERA remote control (for
“HDAVI Control 2 or later”) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Playing from MUSIC PORT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Reference
Changing the player settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
DivX information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Displaying DivX subtitles text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Discs that can be played . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Speaker installation option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Licenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Getting StartedPlaying DiscsOther OperationsReference
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.
THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES.
CAUTION!
DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.
DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION
OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.
DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH
AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.
DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY
FRIENDLY MANNER.
This 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.
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Control reference guide
VOLMUSIC PORT
OPEN/CLOSE
 
 
 
 
TV
PLAY MODE
AV
1 2 3
4
5 6
7 809
REPEAT
DVD
SEARCH
SKIP
SURROUND
R
O
T
A
U
G
I
N
V
E
A
N
M
T
C
P
E
R
I
O
D
T
MENU
PLAY LIST
SETUP W.SRD FL DISPLAY CANCEL
-
CH SELECT
RADIO
PLAY
SLOW
PAUSE
STOP
A
T
S
OK
10
R
T
-
SLEEP
EXT-IN
VOL
VOL
MUTE
SEARCH
SKIP
SOUND
F
U
N
C
T
I
O
N
S
RETURN
  
 
 
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Getting Started
Remote control
1 Turn this unit on/off (B 8) 2 Select the play mode (
B 13)
3 Select channels and title numbers etc. / Enter
numbers (B 9, 12)
4 Set the repeat mode (
B 12)
5 Basic operations for play (B 12) 6 Select preset radio stations (B 9) 7 Select surround sound effects (B 11) 8 Show a disc top menu or program list (B 12, 14) 9 Select or confirm menu items / Frame-by-frame
(B 12)
: Show a disc menu or play list (B 12, 14) ; Show setup menu or select speaker channel
(B 8, 12)
< Turn Whisper-mode Surround on/off (B 11) = TV operations
Aim the remote control at the Panasonic TV and press the button. [Í]: Turn the TV on/off [AV]: Change the TV’s video input mode [r, VOL, s]: Adjust the TV volume This may not work properly with some models.
> Adjust the volume of this unit ? Mute the sound
“MUTE” flashes on this unit’s display while the
function is on.
To cancel, press the button again or adjust the
volume.
Muting is cancelled when you switch the unit to
standby.
@ Source select
[DVD]: Select disc as the source (B 12) [RADIO]: Select FM tuner (B 9)
[EXT-IN]: Select external audio as the source (B 10)
AV # AUX # ARC # MUSIC P.
^---------------------------------------------}
A Select radio stations manually (B 9) B Select sound mode (B 11) C Show START menu (B 10) D Show on-screen menu (B 14)
E Return to previous screen (B F Cancel
(B 13)
12)
G Switch information on this unit’s display (B 12)
or
Set the Sleep timer
Press and hold [–SLEEP]. While the time is shown on this unit’s display, press [–SLEEP] repeatedly. SLEEP 30 # SLEEP 60 # SLEEP 90 # SLEEP120
^-------------------------- OFF (Cancel) (--------------------------}
To confirm the remaining time, press and hold the
button again.
Avoiding interference with other Panasonic equipment
Other Panasonic audio/video equipment may start functioning when you operate the unit using the supplied remote control. You can operate this unit in another mode by setting the remote control operating mode to “REMOTE 2”.
This unit and remote control must be set to the same mode.
1 Press [EXT-IN] to select “AUX”. 2 Press and hold [< OPEN/CLOSE] on this unit and [2]
on the remote control until this unit’s display shows “REMOTE 2”.
3 Press and hold [OK] and [2] on the remote control for at
least 2 seconds. To change the mode back to “REMOTE 1”, repeat the steps above by replacing [2] with [1].
This unit
1 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.
2 Open/Close the disc tray (B 12) 3 Remote control signal sensor 4 Display 5 Connect external music device (B 17) 6 Adjust the volume of this unit
Saving energy
This unit is designed to conserve its power consumption and save energy. In “DVD/CD” mode, this unit will automatically switch
to standby mode after 30 minutes of inactivity.
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step 1 Installation
120°
60°
Center speaker
§2
Front speaker (left)
Subwoofer
§3
Surround speaker (left)
Surround speaker (right)
Front speaker (right)
This unit
§1
A
How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field. Note the following points:
Place speakers on flat secure bases.Placing speakers too close to floors, walls, and
corners can result in excessive bass. Cover walls and windows with thick curtains.
For optional wall mount, refer to page 22.
[Note]
Keep your speakers at least 10 mm away from the system for proper ventilation.
Setup example (“Surround layout (Recommended)”: Standard surround placement) Place the front, center, and surround speakers at approximately the same distance from the seating position. The angles in the diagram are approximate.
If irregular colouring occurs on your TV
The center speaker is designed to be used close to a TV, but the picture may be affected with some TVs and setup combinations.
If this occurs, turn the TV off for about 30 minutes.
The demagnetising function of the TV should correct the problem. If it persists, move the speakers further away from the TV.
Caution This unit and supplied speakers are to be used
only as indicated in this setup. Failure to do so may lead to damage to the amplifier and/or the speakers, and may result in the risk of fire. Consult a qualified service person if damage has occurred or if you experience a sudden change in performance.
Do not attempt to attach these speakers to walls
using methods other than those described in this manual.
Caution
Do not touch the front netted area of the speakers. Hold by the sides.
step 2 Connections
Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropriate operating instructions.
Do not connect the AC mains lead until all other connections are completed.
§1 Position with at least 5 cm of space on all sides for proper ventilation.
§2 Put on a rack or shelf. Vibration caused by the speaker can disrupt the picture if it is placed directly on the TV.
§3 Place to the right or left of the TV, on the floor or a sturdy shelf so that it will not cause vibration. Leave about 30 cm from the TV.
Depending on the room layout, you may like to use all the speakers at the front (“Front layout (Alternative)”) (B 9, EASY SETUP settings).
Notes on speaker use Use only supplied speakers
Using other speakers can damage the unit, and sound quality will be negatively affected.
You can damage your speakers and shorten their
useful life if you play sound at high levels over extended periods.
Reduce the volume in the following cases to avoid
damage: –When playing distorted sound. –When the speakers are reverberating due to a record
player, noise from FM broadcasts, or continuous signals from an oscillator, test disc, or electronic
instrument. –When adjusting the sound quality. –When turning the unit on or off.
Speaker connections
1
Speaker (rear) Refer to the rear label of the
speaker before connecting the appropriate cable. Verify the type of speaker with the label on the rear of the speaker.
Speakers A Cable type
5 Center speaker CENTER /
CENTRE
2 Front speaker (R) 1 Front speaker (L)
Surround speaker (R)
4
Surround speaker (L)
3
FRONT /
AVAN T
SURROUND /
AMBIOPHONIE
short
long
6
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1
3
2

Connect the speaker cables. Insert the wire fully, taking care not to insert beyond the wire insulation.
i: White j: Blue line
This unit (rear)
White
Blue line
White
Blue line
PUSH !
Surround speaker (L)
Subwoofer
FM ANT
(75 )
Adhesive tape
This unit (rear)
FM indoor antenna
(supplied) Affix this end of the antenna where reception is best.
FM ANT
(75 )
Use outdoor antenna if radio reception is poor.
Disconnect the antenna when the unit is not in use.Do not use the outdoor antenna during an
electrical storm.
This unit (rear)
75 coaxial cable
(not supplied)
FM outdoor antenna (Using a TV antenna (not supplied))
The antenna should be installed by a competent technician.
Use the antenna plug adaptor (supplied)
Audio and video connections
SCART cable
§
(not supplied)
TV
This unit (rear)
3
Basic setup example
[Note]
Be careful not to cross (short circuit) or reverse the polarity of the speaker wires as doing so may damage the speakers.
Radio antenna connections
2
Using an indoor antenna
Using an outdoor antenna
AV
AV1
§ This connection will also enable you to play TV audio through your home theater system (B 10, Selecting the source by the remote control). Select the appropriate audio out (e.g. Monitor) on the TV.
When both the HDMI cable and SCART cable are
connected, there will be no RGB output from the SCART (AV) terminal.
Other video connection
[\\\\\\\\\\\HDMI\AV\OUT\\\\\\\\\]
This connection provides the best picture quality.
Connect the HDMI cable (not supplied) from the HDMI AV OUT terminal on this unit to the HDMI AV IN terminal on your TV.
If your TV is not ARC compatible, make the extra
audio connection.
Set “VIDEO PRIORITY” to “ON” (B 19, HDMI menu).Set “VIDEO FORMAT” in Menu 4 (HDMI) (B 15).
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”
If your Panasonic TV is VIERA Link compatible, you can operate your TV synchronising with home theater operations or vice versa (B 16, Using the VIERA Link “HDAVI Control
TM
”).
ARC (Audio Return Channel)
If the TV is ARC compatible, audio from the TV can be sent to this unit via the HDMI cable without the need to make an extra audio connection. For details, refer to the operating instructions for your TV. Be sure to connect to the TV’s ARC compatible
terminal.
After connecting with the HDMI cable, make settings to
suit the type of audio from your digital equipment (B 10).
Only Dolby Digital and PCM can be played with this
connection.
[Note]
Please use High Speed HDMI Cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover)
.
Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilised.It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI
cable. Recommended part number: RP-CDHS15 (1.5 m), RP-CDHS30 (3.0 m), RP-CDHS50 (5.0 m), etc.
For TV with more than one HDMI terminal, refer to the
operating instructions for the TV to determine which terminal to connect to.
Do not make the video connections through the VCR.
Due to copy guard protection, the picture may not be displayed properly.
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Other audio connection
To household mains socket
This unit (rear)
AC mains lead
(supplied)
R6/LR6, AA
Press in and lift up.
Replace the cover.
Insert so the poles (r and j) match those in the remote control.
SET
MAIN
DISC VIDEO AUDIO DISPLAY HDMI OTHERS
EXIT: SETUP
RETURN
Menu
[\\\\\\\\\AUX\\\\\\\\]
This connection enables you to play audio from your TV, STB or VCR through your home theater system (B 10, Selecting the source by the remote control).
Connect the audio cable (not supplied) from the AUX terminal on this unit to the AUDIO OUT terminal on your TV.
Connect to the terminals of the same colour.
[Note]
If you have various sound sources (such as Blu-ray player, DVD recorder, VCR, etc.), connect them to the available inputs on the TV and the TV output should then be connected to the SCART (AV), AUX or HDMI AV OUT terminal of this unit.
step 3 AC mains lead connection
AC IN
BE SURE TO READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC MAINS LEAD ON PAGE 2 BEFORE CONNECTION.
Conserving power
This unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is in standby mode (approx. 0.9 W). To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug it from the household mains socket. You will need to reset some memory items after plugging in this unit.
[Note]
The supplied AC mains lead is for use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment. Also, do not use cords for other equipment with this unit.
Do not:
mix old and new batteries.use different types of batteries 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 severely damage the remote control.
Remove the batteries 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 (B 5), avoiding obstacles.
Distance: Within approx. 7 m Angle: Within approx. 20° up and down, approx. 30° to
the left and right
step 5 EASY SETUP
The EASY SETUP screen assists you in making necessary settings.
Preparation
Turn on your TV and select the appropriate video input mode (e.g. VIDEO 1, AV 1, HDMI, etc.) to suit the connection to this unit. To change your TV’s video input mode, refer to its
operating instructions.
This remote control can perform some basic TV
operations (B 5).
Press [Í] to turn on the unit.
1
When the EASY SETUP screen appears
automatically, skip steps 2 to 6.
Press [DVD] to select “DVD/CD”.
2
Press [SETUP] to show the setup menu.
3
step 4 Preparing the remote control
Batteries
CAUTION
8
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.
Use alkaline or manganese batteries.Do not heat or expose to flame.Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed
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to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.
Press [3, 4] to select “OTHERS” and press
4
[OK]. Press [3, 4] to select “EASY SETUP” and
5
press [OK]. Press [OK] to select “SET”.
6
Press [3, 4] to select “Yes” and press [OK].
7
Follow the messages and make the settings
8
with [3, 4, 2, 1] and [OK].
(B 9, EASY SETUP settings)
Press [OK] to finish EASY SETUP.
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EASY SETUP settings
Language
Select the language used on menu screen.
TV aspect
Select the aspect to suit your TV.
Speaker layout
Select “Surround layout (Recommended)” mode or “Front layout (Alternative)” mode according to your speaker layout (B 6, Installation).
Speaker check
Listen to speaker output to confirm speaker connections.
Speaker output
Make surround sound setting for speaker output.
TV audio
Select the audio input connection from your TV. For AUX connection (B 8): Select “AUX”. For HDMI connection (B 7): Select “ARC”. For SCART (AV) connection (B 7): Select “AV”. This will be the TV audio setting for VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”. (B 16)
[Note]
If this unit is connected to a “HDAVI Control 3 or later”
compatible TV via HDMI cable, the menu language and TV aspect information will be retrieved via VIERA Link.
If this unit is connected to a “HDAVI Control 2”
compatible TV via HDMI cable, the menu language information will be retrieved via VIERA Link.
Settings in the EASY SETUP can also be changed in
the player settings (e.g. language, TV aspect, TV audio (B 17)).
Listening to the radio
Presetting stations automatically
Up to 30 stations can be set.
Press [RADIO] to select “FM”.
1
Press [MENU].
2
Each time you press the button: LOWEST (factory preset): To begin auto preset with the lowest frequency.
CURRENT:
To begin auto preset with the current frequency.
§ To change the frequency, refer to “Manual tuning” (B right).
Press and hold [OK].
3
Release the button when “FM AUTO” is displayed. The tuner starts to preset all the stations it can
receive into the channels in ascending order.
§
Listening/confirming the preset channels
Press [RADIO] to select “FM”.
1
Press the numbered buttons to select a channel.
2
To select a 2-digit number
e.g. 12: [S10] B [1] B [2]
Alternatively, press [X, W].
The FM setting is also shown on the TV display.
If noise is excessive
Press and hold [PLAY MODE] to display “MONO”.
To cancel the mode, press and hold the button again until “AUTO ST” is displayed. The mode is also cancelled when you change the
frequency.
Manual tuning
Press [RADIO] to select “FM”.
1
Press [SEARCH6, SEARCH5] to select the
2
frequency.
To start automatic tuning, press and hold
[SEARCH6, SEARCH5] until the frequency starts scrolling. Tuning stops when a station is found.
Presetting stations manually
Up to 30 stations can be set. 1 While listening to the radio broadcast
Press [OK].
2 While the frequency is flashing on the display
Press the numbered buttons to select a channel.
To select a 2-digit number
e.g. 12: [S10] B [1] B [2]
Alternatively, press [X, W], and then press [OK].
A station previously stored is overwritten when another station is stored in the same channel preset.
Getting Started
“SET OK” is displayed when the stations are set, and
the radio tunes to the last preset station.
“ERROR” is displayed when automatic presetting is
unsuccessful. Preset the stations manually (B right).
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Using the START menu
DVD/CD Home Cinema
Input Selection
Sound
DVD/CD Home Cinema
Input Selection
Playback Disc
TOP MENU (DVD) MENU (DVD)
Playback/menu access
You can select sound effects, desired source, or access playback/menus by using the START menu.
Press [START] to show the START menu.
1
When using VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”, the TV
also turns on when the START menu is displayed.
e.g.
Getting StartedPlaying DiscsOther OperationsReference
Press [3, 4] to select an item and press [OK].
2
To exit, press [START].
Press [3, 4] to make the setting and press [OK].
3
When “Input Selection” is selected
You can select a desired source from the menu.
DVD/CD (B 12), FM RADIO (B 9), AV
§
AUX
(B below), ARC§ (B below), MUSIC PORT
(B below)
§ “(TV)” will appear beside “AV”, “AUX” or “ARC”, indicating the TV audio setting for VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” (B 16).
When “Sound” is selected
You can select sound quality settings (B 11, EQ (Equaliser)).
When a disc is loaded, you can also access playback or menus from the START menu.
e.g. [DVD-V]
When the on-screen control panel appears e.g. [DVD-V] (when “Playback Disc” is selected from the START menu)
You can operate the playback with the indicated controls.
Selecting the source by the remote control
Press To select [DVD] DVD/CD [RADIO] FM (B 9) [EXT-IN] Each time you press the button:
AV:
For audio input through the SCART (AV) terminal.
AUX:
For audio input through the AUX terminal.
ARC:
For audio input through the HDMI AV OUT terminal.
MUSIC P.:
For audio input through MUSIC PORT. (B 17)
§
(B below),
Listening to the TV or other device’s audio from this unit’s speakers
Preparation
Make sure that there is an audio connection between
this unit and the TV or other device. (B 7, 8)
Turn on the TV or/and other device.
Press [EXT-IN] to choose the source that is used to connect this unit to the TV or other device.
To change the surround sound effects and sound mode,
refer to “Enjoying sound effects from all speakers” (B 11)
If your Panasonic TV is VIERA Link compatible, refer to
“Using the VIERA Link “HDAVI Control other related functions.
Making settings for digital audio input
Select to suit the type of audio from the HDMI AV OUT terminal on this unit. Setting must be made for the “ARC” selector. Boxed items are the factory presets.
Available settings
Mode Setting
MAIN/SAP: (Only works with Dolby Dual Mono)
[MAIN+SAP] (stereo audio)
–MAIN –SAP SAP” = Secondary Audio Program
Set PCM FIX mode to “PCM OFF” to
listen to the “MAIN” or “SAP” audio.
DRC: (Dynamic Range Compression)
DRC ON
Adjust for clarity even when the volume is low by compressing the range of the lowest sound level and the highest sound level. Convenient for late night viewing. (Only works with Dolby Digital)
[DRC\OFF]
The full dynamic range of the signal is reproduced.
PCM FIX: PCM ON
Select when receiving only PCM signals.
[PCM\OFF]
Select when receiving Dolby Digital and PCM signals.
When receiving true 5.1-channel
surround sound, select “PCM OFF”.
Press [EXT-IN] several times to select “ARC”.
1
Press [PLAY MODE] several times to select the
2
mode. While the selected mode is displayed
3
Press [3, 4] and select the desired setting.
TM
”” (B 16) for
[Note]
Confirm the audio connection to the SCART (AV), AUX or HDMI AV OUT terminal on this unit when you select the corresponding sources (B 7, 8). Reduce the volume on the TV to its minimum, and then adjust the volume of this unit.
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Enjoying sound effects from all
e.g.
AUDIO-SPEAKER SETTINGS-TEST TONE
SPEAKER LEFT
CENTER RIGHT SURROUND RIGHT
TRIM LEVEL
− − 0dB
− − 0dB
speakers
The following sound effects may not be available or
may have no effect with some sources.
You may experience a reduction in sound quality when these sound effects are used with some sources. If this occurs, turn the sound effects off.
[Note]
When changing the surround sound effect, Whisper­mode Surround or the sound modes, the setting is displayed on the TV screen if “DVD/CD” is the selected source during video playback.
Enjoying surround sound effects
Press [SURROUND].
Each time you press the button:
For “Surround layout (Recommended)”
STANDARD:
Sound is output as it was recorded/encoded. Speaker output varies depending on the source.
MULTI-CH:
You can enjoy sound from the front speakers, as well as the surround speakers even when playing a 2-channel sound.
MANUAL: (B below) While “MANUAL” is displayed, press [2, 1] to
select other surround modes.
Each time you press [2, 1]:
DOLBY PLII MOVIE
Suitable for movies, or videos recorded in Dolby Surround. (except [DivX])
DOLBY PLII MUSIC
Adds 5.1-channel effects to stereo sources. (except [DivX])
S.SRD (Super Surround)
You can enjoy sound from all speakers with stereo sources.
STEREO
Sound will only be output to the front speakers and the subwoofer from any source.
Recommended modes to enjoy TV audio or stereo sources from all speakers:
DOLBY PLII
MOVIE
“SRD” lights in this unit’s display when there is output from the surround speakers.
For “Front layout (Alternative)”
STANDARD:
Stereo source is output as 2.1-channel audio. When playing surround sources, you can enjoy
5.1-channel surround-like effect even with all the speakers at the front.
STEREO:
You can play any source in stereo. Surround sound effect is unavailable.
A.SRD (Advanced Surround):
You can enjoy surround effect with any audio source.
When the signal is DTS or Dolby Digital, “/DTS” or “/DOLBY DIGITAL” will also be displayed respectively.
§ Selected mode in “Speaker layout” (B 9, EASY SETUP settings).
DOLBY PLII
MUSIC
§
mode
§
mode
S.SRD
Selecting sound mode
Press [SOUND] to select a sound mode.
1
Each time you press the button:
EQ: Equaliser SUBW LVL: Subwoofer Level C.FOCUS:
Center Focus (Only when “ layout (Recommended) selected in “ (
B 9, EASY SETUP settings
While the selected mode is displayed, press
2
[2, 1] to make the settings.
Speaker layout
Surround
” mode is
).)
Refer to the following for setting details of each sound effect.
EQ (Equaliser)
You can select sound quality settings. Each time you press [2, 1]:
FLAT: Cancel (no effect is added). HEAVY: Adds punch to rock. CLEAR: Clarifies higher sounds. SOFT: For background music.
SUBW LVL (Subwoofer level)
You can adjust the amount of bass. The unit automatically selects the most suitable setting according to the type of playback source. SUB W 1 ,# SUB W 2 ,# SUB W 3 ,# SUB W 4
^-----------------------------------------------------------------------------J
The setting you make is retained and recalled
every time you play the same type of source.
C.FOCUS (Center Focus) (Effective when playing audio containing the center channel sound.)
You can make the sound of the center speaker seem like it is coming from within the TV. C.FOCUS ON ,------. C.FOCUS OFF
Whisper-mode Surround
Except [DivX] You can enhance the audio effect for low volume
5.1-channel sound. (Convenient for late night viewing.)
Press [W.SRD].
Each time you press the button: WHISPER-MODE SRD ON
,--.
WHISPER-MODE SRD OFF
Adjusting the speaker output level manually
(Only when “Surround layout (Recommended)” mode is selected in “Speaker layout” (
B
9, EASY SETUP settings).)
Preparation
To display the picture, turn on the TV and select the
appropriate video input mode.
Press [r, VOL, s] to adjust the volume to normal
listening level.
Press [DVD] to select “DVD/CD”.Select “TEST TONE” from “SPEAKER SETTINGS” in
AUDIO menu (B 19).
Press [OK] to enter test tone mode.
1
Test tone will be output to each channel in the following order. LEFT, CENTER, RIGHT, SURROUND RIGHT, SURROUND LEFT
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Press [OK] then [3, 4] to adjust the speaker level
Label facing up
2
for each speaker. (CENTER, SURROUND RIGHT, SURROUND LEFT)
`
6dB to i6 dB (Factory preset: 0 dB)
Adjusting the speaker level during playback
(Effective only when “Surround layout (Recommended)” mode is selected in “Speaker layout” (B 9, EASY SETUP settings) and playing 5.1-channel sound.)
Press and hold [–CH SELECT] to select the
1
speaker.
Getting StartedPlaying DiscsOther OperationsReference
While the speaker channel is displayed, press [–CH SELECT].
L # C # R # RS # LS # SW
^---------------------------------------------------}
You can adjust SW (Subwoofer) only if the disc
includes a subwoofer channel.
“S” appears on this unit’s display when you have
selected “S.SRD” (B 11, Enjoying surround sound effects). In this case, you can adjust both surround speaker levels at the same time using [3, 4]. S: `6dB to i6dB
Press [3] (increase) or [4] (decrease) to adjust
2
the speaker level for each speaker.
C, RS, LS, SW: `6dB to i6dB (L, R: Only the balance is adjustable.) (B below)
Adjusting the balance of the front speakers
(For “Front layout (Alternative)” surround speakers)
Press and hold [–CH SELECT] to select “L”
1
or “R”. While “L” or “R” is selected, press [2, 1].
2
§ Selected mode in “Speaker layout” (B 9, EASY
SETUP settings).
§
mode: Front and
Basic play
Preparation
To display the picture, turn on your TV and change its video input mode (e.g. VIDEO 1, AV 1, HDMI, etc.) to suit the connection to this unit.
Press [Í] to turn on the unit.
1
Press [DVD] to select “DVD/CD”.
2
Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] to open the disc tray.
3
Load the disc.
4
Load double-sided discs so the
label for the side you want to play is facing up.
Basic controls
One touch play: [1 PLAY]
(during standby mode) This unit automatically turns on and starts playing the disc in the tray.
Stop: [STOP] The position is memorised while “RESUME STOP” is on the screen.
Press [1 PLAY] to resume.Press [STOP] again to clear the position.
Pause: [; PAUSE]Press [1 PLAY] to restart play.
Skip: [SKIP:, SKIP 9]
Search: [SEARCH6, SEARCH5] (during play) Slow-motion: [SEARCH6, SEARCH5]
(during pause)
Up to 5 steps.Press [1 PLAY] to start normal play.[VCD] Slow-motion: Forward direction only.[MPEG4] [DivX] Slow-motion: Does not work.
Frame-by-frame: [2;, ;1] (during pause)
[DVD-VR] [DVD-V] [VCD] [DVD-VR] [VCD] Forward direction only.
On-screen item select: [3, 4, 2, 1, OK] [3, 4, 2, 1]: Select [OK]: Confirm
Enter number: Numbered buttons [DVD-VR] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] e.g.
To select 12: [S10] B [1] B [2]
[VCD] with playback control Press [STOP] to cancel the PBC function, and then press the numbered buttons.
[DVD-V] Show a disc top menu: [TOP MENU] [DVD-V] Show a disc menu: [MENU]
Return to previous screen: [RETURN]
[VCD] (with playback control) Show a disc menu: [RETURN]
This unit display: [FL DISPLAY] [DVD-VR] [DVD-V] [WMA] [MP3] [MPEG4] [DivX] Time display ,-. Information display (e.g. [DVD-VR] Program number)
[JPEG]
SLIDE ,-. Contents number
Other modes of play
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Press [1 PLAY] to start play.
5
Press [r, VOL, s] to adjust the volume.
[Note]
When you press [< OPEN/CLOSE] to close the disc
tray, this unit automatically starts playing the disc in the tray.
DISCS CONTINUE TO ROTATE WHILE MENUS ARE
DISPLAYED.
Press [STOP] when you finish to preserve the unit’s motor and your TV screen.
Total title number may not be displayed properly on
iR/iRW.
Repeat play
This works only when the elapsed play time can be displayed. It also works with all JPEG content.
During play, press [REPEAT] to select an item to be repeated.
e.g. [DVD-V]
`TITLE ---. `CHAP. ---. `OFF
^------------------------------------------------------b
To cancel, select “OFF”. Items shown differ depending on the type of disc and
playback mode.
Program and Random play
DVD-V PROGRAM
SELECT TITLE TITLE CHAPTER TITLE 1
TITLE 2 TITLE 3 TITLE 4
1 2 3 4 5
DVD-V RANDOM SELECT TITLE
TITLE 1
TITLE 2
TITLE 3
WMA/MP3/JPEG
MPEG4/DivX
PLAYBACK MENU
AUDIO/PICTURE VIDEO
DATA-DISC
ROOT Perfume
Underwater Fantasy planet Starpersons1
Group (Folder): Content (File):
JPEG images G 1/ 1:C 3/ 9
Group name Group and content number
[DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX]
Using navigation menus
Preparation While stopped, press [PLAY MODE] to select the play
mode.
Program and random playback screens appear sequentially.
Program ------------------------------------------) Random
^--- Exit program and random screens (}
[DVD-VR] Select “DATA” in “DVD-VR/DATA” (B 20,
OTHERS menu) to play MP3, JPEG, MPEG4 or DivX contents.
If “PLAYBACK MENU” screen appears, select
“AUDIO/PICTURE” or “VIDEO” (B right, Using PLAYBACK MENU), then proceed with the above.
For a disc with both WMA/MP3 and JPEG contents,
select either music or picture contents. WMA/MP3: Select “MUSIC PROGRAM” or
“MUSIC RANDOM”.
JPEG: Select “PICTURE PROGRAM” or
“PICTURE RANDOM”.
[DVD-V] Some items cannot be played even if you have
programmed them.
Program play (up to 30 items)
Press [3, 4] to select an item and press [OK].
1
e.g. [DVD-V]
Playing data discs
[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX]
[DVD-VR] Select “DATA” in “DVD-VR/DATA” (B 20,
OTHERS menu) to play MP3, JPEG, MPEG4 or DivX contents.
Using PLAYBACK MENU
“PLAYBACK MENU” screen appears when the disc contains both video (MPEG4/DivX) and other format (WMA/MP3/JPEG).
Press [3, 4] to select “AUDIO/PICTURE” or “VIDEO” and press [OK].
To start play, press [1 PLAY].To select an item to play, refer “Playing from the
selected item” (B below).
Playing from the selected item
You can select to play from your desired item while the “DATA-DISC” screen is displayed. e.g.
Getting StartedPlaying Discs
Repeat this step to program other items.To return to the previous menu, press [RETURN].
Press [1 PLAY] to start play.
2
To select all the items
Press [3, 4] to select “ALL” and press [OK].
To clear the selected program
1 Press [1] and then press [3, 4] to select the
program.
2 Press [CANCEL].
To clear the whole program
Press [1] several times to select “CLEAR ALL”, and then press [OK]. The whole program is also cleared when the disc tray is opened, the unit is turned off or another source is selected.
Random play
(Only when the disc has groups or multiple titles.)
1
Press [3, 4] to select a group or title and press [OK].
e.g. [DVD-V]
: WMA/MP3 : JPEG : MPEG4/DivX
To display/exit the screen, press [MENU]. Press [3, 4] to select an item and press [OK].
Press [2, 1] to skip page by page.To return to 1 level up from the current folder, press
[RETURN].
Maximum: 28 characters for file/folder name. Play starts from the selected content.
[JPEG] Selecting the picture in Thumbnail menu
While picture is displayed, press [TOP MENU] to
1
show the thumbnail menu.
e.g.
Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a picture and press
2
[OK].
Press [SKIP:, SKIP 9] to skip page by page.
To go to other group
1 Press [3] to select the group name. 2 Press [2, 1] to select the group and press [OK].
” represents selected. To deselect, press [OK]
*
again.
Press [1 PLAY] to start play.
2
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Playing DVD-R/-RW (DVD-VR) discs
PG
DATE
LENGTH
TITLE
1 0:16:02
10/11
LIVE CONCERT
02:15
2 0:38:25
12/05
AUTO ACTION
01:30
PL
DATE
LENGTH
TITLE
10:00:10
11/11
CITY PENGUIN
00:01
20:01:20
12/01 FOOTBALL 01:20
T
1
C1
1:ENG
3
1
OFF
TITLE SEARCH
Current item
Item name
e.g. Menu 1 (Disc/Play)
[DVD-V]
T
1:ENG
3
1
OFF
CHAPTER SEARCH
C1
1
Current setting
e.g. Menu 1 (Disc/Play) [DVD-V]
3/2 .1ch
.0: No surround .1: Mono surround .2: Stereo surround (left/right)
.1: Low frequency effect (not displayed if there is no signal)
.1: Center .2: Front leftiFront right .3: Front leftiFront rightiCenter
e.g.
JPG
DATE
[DVD-VR]
Titles appear only if the titles are recorded on the disc.You cannot edit programs, play lists and disc titles.
Playing the programs
While stopped, press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].
1
e.g.
Getting StartedPlaying DiscsOther OperationsReference
Press [3, 4] to select the program and press
2
[OK].
Press [2, 1] to skip page by page.
Playing a play list
This works only when the disc contains a play list.
While stopped, press [PLAY LIST].
1
e.g.
Press [3, 4] to select the play list and press
2
[OK].
Press [2, 1] to skip page by page.
Using on-screen menus
Press [FUNCTIONS] to show the on-screen menu.
1
Each time you press the button:
Menu 1 (Disc/Play) Menu 2 (Video) Menu 3 (Audio) Menu 4 (HDMI) Exit
Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the item and press
2
[OK].
Press [3, 4] to make the settings and press [OK].
3
Press [RETURN] to exit.
4
Items shown differ depending on the type of disc.
Menu 1 (Disc/Play)
TRACK SEARCH, TITLE SEARCH, CONTENT SEARCH, CHAPTER SEARCH, PG SEARCH (Program Search), PL SEARCH (Playlist Search)
To start from a specific item
[VCD] This does not work when using playback control. e.g. [DVD-V]: T2 C5
To select numbers for data disc
e.g. 123: [S10] B [1] B [2] B [3] B [OK]
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AUDIO
[DVD-V] [DivX] (with multiple soundtracks)
To select audio soundtrack
[DVD-VR] [VCD]
To select “L”, “R”, “L+R” or “L R”
Actual operations depend on the disc. Read the disc’s instructions for details.
Signal type/data
LPCM/PPCM/ D/DTS/MP3/MPEG: Signal type kHz (Sampling frequency)/bit/ch (Number of channels)
[DivX] It may take some time for play to start if you
change the audio on a DivX video disc.
PLAY SPEED
[DVD-VR] [DVD-V]
To change play speed
–from “k0.6” to “k1.4” (in 0.1-unit steps)Press [1 PLAY] to return to normal play.
After you change the speed
–Dolby Pro Logic II has no effect. –Audio output switches to 2-channel stereo. –Sampling frequency of 96 kHz is converted to
48 kHz.
This function may not work depending on the disc’s
recording.
REPEAT MODE
(B 12, Repeat play) A-B Repeat (To repeat a specified section)
Except [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX] [DVD-VR] (Still picture part) [VCD] (SVCD) Press [OK] at the starting and ending points. Select “OFF” to cancel.
SUBTITLE
[DVD-V] [DivX] (with multiple subtitles) [VCD] (SVCD only)
To select subtitle language
On iR/iRW, a subtitle number may be shown for
subtitles that are not displayed.
[DVD-VR] (with subtitle on/off information)
To select “ON” or “OFF”
This may not work depending on the disc.
[DivX] (B 20, Displaying DivX subtitles text)
ANGLE
[DVD-V] (with multiple angles)
To select a video angle
DATE DISPLAY
[JPEG] To select “ON” or “OFF” for picture’s date display
ROTATION
[JPEG] To rotate a picture (during pause)
0,------. 90,------.180,------.270
^--------------------------------------------J
Menu 2 (Video)
PICTURE MODE
NORMAL CINEMA1:
Mellows images and enhances detail in dark scenes.
CINEMA2:
Sharpens images and enhances detail in dark scenes.
DYNAMIC:
Enhances the contrast for powerful images.
ANIMATION:
Suitable for animation.
ZOOM
To select zoom sizes NORMAL, AUTO ([DVD-VR] [DVD-V] [VCD] [MPEG4] [DivX]),
k2, k4[JPEG]: during pause
TRANSFER MODE
If you have chosen “480p”/“576p”/“720p”/“1080p” or “1080i” (“VIDEO FORMAT” in Menu 4 (HDMI)), select the method of conversion for progressive output to suit the type of material. The setting will return to “AUTO” or “AUTO1” when the
disc tray is opened, the unit is turned off or another source is selected.
When playing PAL discs
AUTO:
Automatically detects the film and video content, and appropriately converts it.
VIDEO:
Select when using “AUTO”, and the content is distorted.
FILM:
Select this if the edges of the film content appear jagged or rough when “AUTO” is selected. However, if the video content is distorted as shown in the illustration to the right, then select “AUTO”.
When playing NTSC discs
AUTO1:
Automatically detects the film and video content, and appropriately converts it.
AUTO2:
In addition to “AUTO1”, automatically detects film contents with different frame rates and appropriately converts it.
VIDEO:
Select if the video content is distorted when using “AUTO1” or “AUTO2”.
SOURCE SELECT [DivX]
When you select “AUTO” the constructing method of the DivX contents is automatically distinguished and output. If the picture is distorted, select “INTERLACE” or “PROGRESSIVE” depending on which constructing method was used when the contents were recorded to disc.
AUTO, INTERLACE, PROGRESSIVE
Menu 3 (Audio)
DIALOGUE ENHANCER
To make the dialogue in movies easier to hear
[DVD-V] (Dolby Digital, DTS, 3-channel or higher, with the dialogue recorded in the center channel) [DivX] (Dolby Digital, 3-channel or higher, with the dialogue recorded in the center channel)
OFF, ON
Menu 4 (HDMI)
HDMI
HDMI STATUS
To show HDMI information
e.g.
HDMI --- INFORMATION
CONNECTED STATE AUDIO STREAM MAX CHANNEL VIDEO FORMAT COLOUR SPACE
CONNECTED PCM 2ch 720p YCbCr 4:4:4
1 Connection status 2 Shows the output signal type.
(When “OFF” is selected in “AUDIO OUT” (B 19, HDMI menu), “– – –” will be displayed.)
3 Shows the number of audio channels. 4 (B below, VIDEO FORMAT) 5 (B below, COLOUR SPACE)
HD ENHANCER
This works when the HDMI connection is being used with “VIDEO PRIORITY” (B 19, HDMI menu) set to “ON”.
To sharpen the “720p”, “1080i” and “1080p” picture quality OFF, 1 (weakest) to 3 (strongest)
VIDEO FORMAT
This works when the HDMI connection is being used with “VIDEO PRIORITY” (B 19, HDMI menu) set to “ON”.
To select suitable picture quality with your TV
(Video recordings will be converted to, and output as, high-definition video.)
§
480p/576p/720p/1080p (progressive)
§
480i/576i/1080i (interlaced)
If the picture is distorted, press and hold [CANCEL]
until the picture is displayed correctly. (The output will return to “480p”/“576p”.)
§ The numbers displayed depend on the disc being played. One of the above numbers is displayed.
COLOUR SPACE
This works when the HDMI connection is being used with “VIDEO PRIORITY” (B 19, HDMI menu) set to “ON”.
To select suitable picture colour with your TV YCbCr 4:2:2 YCbCr 4:4:4 RGB
An “If the picture colour is distorted, press and hold
” mark will appear if compatible with your TV.
*
[CANCEL] until the picture colour is displayed correctly.
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Using the VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM”
What is VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this unit, and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) under “HDAVI Control”. You can use this function by connecting the equipment with the HDMI cable. See the operating instructions for connected
Getting StartedPlaying DiscsOther OperationsReference
equipment for operational details. VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”, based on the control
functions provided by HDMI which is an industry standard known as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique function that we have developed and added. As such, its operation with other manufacturers’ equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed.
This unit supports “HDAVI Control 5” function.
“HDAVI Control 5” is the newest standard (current as of December, 2009) for Panasonic’s HDAVI Control compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with Panasonic’s conventional HDAVI equipment.
Please refer to individual manuals for other
manufacturers’ equipment supporting VIERA Link function.
The TV with “HDAVI Control 2 or later” function enables the following operation: Easy control only with VIERA remote control (for “HDAVI Control 2 or later”) (B 17).
Preparation
Confirm that the HDMI connection has been made
(B 7).
Set “VIERA Link” to “ON” (B 19, HDMI menu).To complete and activate the connection correctly, turn
on all VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” compatible equipment and set the TV to the corresponding HDMI input mode for this unit.
Setting the TV audio for VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”
Select “AV”, “AUX” or “ARC” to work with the linked operations. Refer to TV audio setting in EASY SETUP (B 9) or “TV AUDIO” in HDMI menu (B 19). Confirm the audio connection to the SCART (AV) terminal (for “AV”), AUX terminal (for “AUX”) or HDMI AV OUT terminal (for “ARC”) (B 7, 8).
Whenever the connection or settings are changed, reconfirm the points above.
“AV”, “AUX” or “ARC” works depending on the TV
§1 audio setting (B above, Setting the TV audio for VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”).
What you can do with “HDAVI Control”
Auto lip sync
(Available when using VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” with “HDAVI Control 3 or later” compatible TV)
This function automatically provides synchronised audio and video output. (This works only when the source is “DVD/CD”, “AV” When using “DVD/CD” as the source, set “TIME
DELAY” in VIDEO menu to “0 ms/AUTO” (B 18).
§1
, “AUX”§1 or “ARC”§1.)
One touch play
You can turn on this unit and the TV, and start playing the disc with a single press of a button.
During standby mode, press [1 PLAY] to start disc playback.
This unit’s speakers will be automatically activated (B 17).
[Note]
Playback may not be immediately displayed on the TV. If you miss the beginning portion of playback, press [SKIP:] or [SEARCH6] to go back to where playback started.
Auto input switching (Power on link)
When the following operations are performed, the TV will automatically switch the input channel and display the corresponding action. Additionally when the TV is off, the TV will automatically turn on. –When play starts on the unit
–When an action that uses the display screen is
performed (e.g., START menu)
When you switch the TV input to TV tuner mode or the
STB input channel, this unit will automatically switch to
§1
“AV”
, “AUX”§1 or “ARC”§1.
When this unit is in “DVD/CD” mode, the TV will
automatically switch its input mode for this unit.
The TV will automatically switch to TV tuner mode
when: –you press [EXIT]. –you press [RETURN] to exit the START menu.
§2, 3
§2, 3
–you select “AV”§1, “AUX”§1 or “ARC”§1 from the START
menu.
–playback stops ([DVD-V] [VCD]) or when this unit turns
§3
off.
§2 This does not work during playback or resume mode when “DVD/CD” is selected as the source.
§3 Only after the TV automatically switched to the HDMI input mode for this unit.
Power off link
All connected equipment compatible with “HDAVI Control”, including this unit, automatically turn off when you switch the TV off. To continue audio playback even when the TV is turned off, select “VIDEO” (B 19, “POWER OFF LINK” in HDMI menu).
[Note]
When you press [Í], only this unit turns off. Other connected equipment compatible with VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” stays on.
For details, refer also to the operating instructions for your TV.
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Speaker Selection
DVD/CD Home Cinema
Input Selection
Playback Disc
TOP MENU (DVD) MENU (DVD)
Playback/menu access
Menu
SET RETURN
DISC
CURRENT SETTINGS
AUDIO SUBTITLE MENUS RATINGS PASSWORD
ENGLISH AUTO ENGLISH 8 NO LIMIT
EXIT: SETUP
Display the current setting of the items below
Item Setting
You can select whether audio is output from this unit’s speakers or the TV speakers by using the TV menu settings. For details, refer to the operating instructions for your TV.
Home Cinema
This unit’s speakers are active. When you turn on this unit, this unit’s speakers will be
automatically activated.
When this unit is in standby mode, changing the TV
speakers to this unit’s speakers in the TV menu will automatically turn this unit on and select “AV”
§1
“AUX”
or “ARC”§1 as the source.
§1
,
The TV speakers are automatically muted.You can control the volume setting using the volume or
mute button on the TV’s remote control. (The volume level is displayed on this unit’s display.)
To cancel muting, you can also use this unit’s remote
control (B 5).
If you turn off this unit, TV speakers will be
automatically activated.
TV
TV speakers are active. The volume of this unit is set to “0”.
–This function works only when “DVD/CD”, “AV”
§1
, “AUX”§1 or “ARC”§1 is selected as the source on this unit.
Audio output is 2-channel audio.
[Note]
Depending on the menu, some button operations
cannot be performed from the TV’s remote control.
You cannot input numbers with the numbered buttons
on the TV’s remote control ([0] to [9]). Use this unit’s remote control to select the play list etc.
Playing from MUSIC PORT
The MUSIC PORT allows you to connect and enjoy music from an external music device (e.g. MP3 player) through your home theater system.
Preparation
To avoid distorted sound, make sure that any equaliser
function of your external device is turned off.
Reduce the volume of this unit and external music
device.
Connect the external music device (not supplied)
1
to the MUSIC PORT.
Plug type: 3.5 mm stereo mini plug
Press [EXT-IN] to select “MUSIC P.”.
2
Adjust the volume on the external music device to a normal listening level, and then adjust the volume of this unit.
When switching between this unit speakers and TV speakers, the TV screen may be blank for several seconds.
Easy control only with VIERA remote control (for “HDAVI Control 2 or later”)
You can control the playback menus of this unit with the TV’s remote control.
1 Select this unit’s operation menu by using the TV menu
settings. (For details, refer to the operating instructions for your TV.) The START menu will be shown. e.g. [DVD-V]
The START menu can also be shown by using a
button on the TV’s remote control (e.g. [OPTION]). –When “DVD/CD” is selected as the source, the TV’s
remote control works only during stop mode.
2 Select the desired item on the START menu (B 10). When the on-screen control panel appears
e.g. [DVD-V] (when “Playback Disc” is selected from the START menu.)
Changing the player settings
Press [DVD] to select “DVD/CD”.
1
Press [SETUP] to show the setup menu.
2
MAIN
DISC VIDEO AUDIO DISPLAY HDMI OTHERS
SET RETURN
Press [3, 4] to select the menu and press [OK].
3
Press [3, 4] to select the item and press [OK].
4
Press [3, 4] to make the settings and press
5
[OK].
Press [SETUP] to exit.
6
EXIT: SETUP
Other OperationsReference
You can operate the playback with the indicated controls. The on-screen control panel can also be shown by
using a button on the TV’s remote control (e.g. [OPTION]). –This works only during “DVD/CD” playback and
resume modes.
To return to the previous screen, press [RETURN].The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to
standby.
Boxed items are the factory settings in the following
menus.
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DISC menu
VIDEO menu
AUDIO
Choose the audio language.
[ENGLISH] FRENCH SPANISH GERMANITALIAN ≥SWEDISH ≥DUTCH ≥POLISHORIGINAL
§1
OTHER – – – –
§2
SUBTITLE
Choose the subtitle language.
§3
[AUTO]
Getting StartedPlaying DiscsOther OperationsReference
ENGLISH FRENCH SPANISHGERMAN ITALIAN ≥SWEDISH ≥DUTCHPOLISH OTHER – – – –
§2
MENUS
Choose the language for disc menus.
[ENGLISH] FRENCH SPANISH GERMANITALIAN ≥SWEDISH ≥DUTCH ≥POLISHOTHER – – – –
§2
§1 The original language designated on the disc is
selected.
§2 Input the appropriate code from the language code
list (B 24).
§3 If the language selected for “AUDIO” is not available,
subtitles appear in that language (if available on the disc).
SUBTITLE TEXT [DivX]
Select a suitable item according to the language used for DivX subtitles text (B 20).
LATIN1 [LATIN2] CYRILLIC TURKISH This item is displayed only after a file with subtitle text
(B 20) has been played and when “LANGUAGE” in DISPLAY menu is set to “ENGLISH” (B 19).
RATINGS
Set a rating level to limit DVD-Video play. Setting ratings (When level 8 is selected)
0 LOCK ALL: To prevent play of discs without rating
levels.
1 to 7[8\NO\LIMIT]
When you select your ratings level, a password screen is shown. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Do not forget your password.
A message screen will be shown if a DVD-Video disc exceeding the rating level is inserted in the unit. Follow the on-screen instructions.
PASSWORD
Change the password for “RATINGS”.
[SETTING]
To change ratings (When level 0 to 7 is selected) CHANGE: Follow the on-screen instructions.
TV ASPECT
Choose the setting to suit your TV.
[16:9]: Widescreen TV (16:9)4:3: Regular aspect TV (4:3)
The sides of the widescreen picture are cut off so it fills the screen (unless prohibited by the disc).
4:3LETTERBOX: Regular aspect TV (4:3)
Widescreen picture is shown in the letterbox style.
TIME DELAY
When connected with a Plasma display, adjust if you notice the audio is out of sync with the video.
[0\ms/AUTO] 20 ms 40 ms 60 ms80 ms 100 ms
When using VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” with “HDAVI Control 3 or later” compatible TV (B 16), select “0 ms/AUTO”. Audio and video will automatically be set in sync.
NTSC DISC OUT
Choose PAL 60 or NTSC output when playing NTSC discs (B 21, Video systems).
NTSC: When connected to an NTSC TV.[PAL60]: When connected to a PAL TV.
STILL MODE
Specify the type of picture shown when paused.
[AUTO]FIELD: The picture is not blurred, but picture quality is
lower.
FRAME:Overall quality is high, but the picture may
appear blurred.
VIDEO OUT – SCART
Choose the video signal format to be output from the SCART (AV) terminal.
VIDEOS-VIDEORGB 1: (Only when connected to a RGB compatible
TV) If you always would like to view the picture from the unit in RGB signal, select this mode. The TV screen will automatically switch to display the picture from the unit when the unit is turned on.
[RGB\2]:
(Only when connected to a RGB compatible TV) When in TV tuner mode, if the selector is set to “DVD/CD”, the TV screen will automatically switch to display the picture from the unit only during disc playback ([DVD-V] [DVD-VR] [VCD]) or when viewing on-screen menu of DVD/CD.
The TV picture will be displayed when the selector is set to “AV”. With other selectors, the picture from this unit will be displayed.
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AUDIO menu
L
LS
R
SW
C
RS
C
RS
LS

:
:
:
Actual speaker position Ideal speaker position
Primary listening distance
Approximate room dimensions
Circle of constant primary listening distance
Select to suit the type of equipment you connected to the HDMI AV OUT terminal. Select “BITSTREAM” when the equipment can decode the bitstream (digital form of 5.1-channel data). Otherwise, select “PCM”. (If the bitstream is output to the equipment without a decoder, high levels of noise can be output and may damage your speakers and hearing.)
DOLBY DIGITAL
§
[BITSTREAM] PCM
§
DTS
[BITSTREAM] PCM
§
MPEG
BITSTREAM [PCM]
§ When audio is output from HDMI AV OUT terminal,
and the connected equipment does not support the item selected, the actual output will depend on the performance of this connected equipment.
DYNAMIC RANGE
ON: Adjusts for clarity even when the volume is low.
Convenient for late night viewing. (Only works with Dolby Digital)
[OFF]
SPEAKER SETTINGS
Select the delay time of the speakers. (Effective only when “Surround layout (Recommended)” mode is selected in “Speaker layout” (B 9, EASY SETUP settings) and playing 5.1-channel sound.) (Center and surround speakers only) For optimum listening with 5.1-channel sound, all the speakers, except for the subwoofer, should be the same distance from the seating position. If you have to place the center or surround speakers closer to the seating position, adjust the delay time to make up for the difference.
TEST TONE: SETTING
This item is only displayed when “DVD/CD” is selected. Use the test tone for speaker level adjustments (B 11, Adjusting the speaker output level manually).
DISPLAY menu
LANGUAGE
Choose the language for the on-screen messages.
[ENGLISH] FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL ≥DEUTSCHITALIANO ≥SVENSKA ≥NEDERLANDS ≥POLSKI
HDMI menu
VIDEO PRIORITY
[ON]: When using the HDMI AV OUT terminal for video
output. The resolution of the video output from the HDMI AV OUT terminal is optimised according to the capability of the connected equipment (e.g. TV).
OFF: When not using the HDMI AV OUT terminal for
video output.
AUDIO OUT
ON: When audio output is from the HDMI AV OUT
terminal. (Depending on the capabilities of the connected equipment, audio output may differ from the audio settings of this unit.)
[OFF]: When audio output is not from the HDMI AV OUT
terminal. (The audio is output using the settings of this unit.)
RGB RANGE
This works only when “COLOUR SPACE” in Menu 4 (HDMI) is set to RGB (B 15).
[STANDARD]ENHANCED: When the black and white images are not
distinct.
Getting StartedPlaying DiscsOther OperationsReference
If either distance a or b is less than c, find the difference in the table and change to the recommended setting.
a Center speaker b Surround speaker
Difference
(Approx.)
Setting
30 cm 1ms 150 cm 5ms 60 cm 2ms 300 cm 10ms
90 cm 3ms 450 cm 15ms 120 cm 4ms 150 cm 5ms
SETTINGS:
C DELAY (Center Delay):
[0ms], 1ms, 2ms, 3ms, 4ms, 5ms
Select the delay time for your center speaker.
LS/RS DELAY (Left Surround/Right Surround Delay):
[0ms]
Select the delay time for your surround speakers.
, 5ms, 10ms, 15ms
Difference
(Approx.)
Setting
VIERA Link
[ON]: The VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” function is
available (B 16).
OFF
POWER OFF LINK
Select the desired power off link setting of this unit for VIERA Link operation (B 16). (This works depending on the settings of the connected VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” compatible equipment.)
[VIDEO/AUDIO]: When the TV is turned off, this unit will
turn off automatically.
VIDEO: When the TV is turned off, this unit will turn off
except during the following conditions:
–audio playback ([CD] [MP3] [WMA]) –radio mode –“AV”, “AUX” or “ARC” mode (non-selected
TV audio setting for
VIERA Link
)
TV AUDIO
Select the TV audio input to work with the
VIERA Link
operations (B 16).
[AUX]ARCAV
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REGISTRATION [DivX]
OTHERS−REGISTRATION(DivX)
YOU MUST REGISTER YOUR DEVICE TO PLAY DivX PROTECTED VIDEOS. REGISTRATION CODE: XXXXXXXXXX REGISTER AT http://vod.divx.com
10 alphanumeric characters
Display the unit’s registration code. SHOW CODE
DEREGISTRATION [DivX]
Display the unit’s deregistration code. SET
Getting StartedPlaying DiscsOther OperationsReference
SLIDE SHOW TIME
Set the speed of the slideshow. Factory preset: [3\SEC]
1 SEC to 15 SEC (in 1-unit steps)15 SEC to 60 SEC (in 5-unit steps)60 SEC to 180 SEC (in 30-unit steps)
FL DIMMER
Change the brightness of the unit’s display.
[BRIGHT]DIM: The display is dimmed.AUTO: The display is dimmed, but brightens when you
EASY SETUP
SET (B 8)
DVD-VR/DATA
Select to play only DVD-VR or DATA format.
[DVD-VR]: To play the video programs on DVD-R/-RW.DATA: To play the data files on DVD-R/-RW.
SCREEN DIMMER
This is to prevent burn marks on the TV screen.
OFF[WAIT\5\MIN]: If there is no operation for 5 minutes, the
DEFAULTS
This returns all values in the MAIN menu to the default settings. RESET
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO:
DivX is an official DivX Certified Visit www.divx.com for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX video.
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND:
This DivX Certified® device must be registered in order to play DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content.
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OTHERS menu
You need this registration code to purchase and play DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content (B below). This setting is only displayed until a DivX VOD content is played or after this unit is deregistered.
You need this deregistration code to cancel this unit’s registration (B right). This setting is only displayed after playing DivX VOD content for the first time.
perform some operations.
picture turns grey. The TV screen will resume when you perform some operations. (This does not work during video and picture playback.)
The password screen is shown if “RATINGS” (B 18) is set. Please enter the same password, then turn the unit off and on again.
DivX information
®
is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This
®
device that plays DivX video.
Go to vod.divx.com with this code to complete the registration process and learn more about DivX VOD.
Display the unit’s registration code
(B left, “REGISTRATION” in OTHERS menu)
After playing DivX VOD content for first time, the
registration code is not displayed.
If you purchase DivX VOD content using a registration
code different from this unit’s code, you will not be able to play this content.
Cancel the unit’s registration
Select “SET” in “DEREGISTRATION” (B left) and follow the on-screen instructions. Use the deregistration code to cancel the registration in http://vod.divx.com.
Regarding DivX content that can only be played a set number of times
Some DivX VOD contents can only be played a set number of times. When you play this content, the number of times already played and initially playable number of times is displayed.
The remaining number of plays decreases each time a
programme is played.
Resume function (B 12, [STOP]) does not work.
Displaying DivX subtitles text
You can display subtitles text on a DivX video disc with this unit. This function has no relation to the subtitles specified in the DivX standard specifications and has no clear standard.
Set “SUBTITLE” in Menu 1 (Disc/Play) (B 14) Types of subtitles text file that can be displayed
Subtitles text that satisfy the following conditions can be displayed on this unit.
File format: MicroDVD, SubRip, or TMPlayerFile extension: “.SRT”, “.srt”, “.SUB”, “.sub”, “.TXT”, or
“.txt”
File name: No more than 44 characters excluding the
file extension
The DivX video file and subtitles text file are inside the
same folder, and the file names are the same except for the file extensions.
If there are more than one subtitles text files inside the
same folder, they are displayed in the following order of priority: “.srt”, “.sub”, “.txt”.
[Note]
If the file name of the DivX video file is not displayed
correctly on the menu screen (the file name is displayed as “¢”), or the file size exceeds 256 KB, the subtitles text may not be displayed correctly.
The subtitles text cannot be displayed during menu
display or when operations such as search are being performed.
DivX video files that do not display “TEXT ON” do not
contain subtitles text. Subtitles text cannot be displayed.
If the subtitles text are not displayed correctly, try
changing the subtitle text settings (B 18).
Discs that can be played
Commercial discs
Type of
media/Logo
Remarks
DVD-Video High quality movie
and music discs
Video CD Music discs with
video Including SVCD (Conforming to IEC62107)
CD Music discs [CD]
Recorded discs
Type of
media/Logo
Formats
DVD-R/RW DVD-Video Format
Version 1.1 of the
DVD Video Recording Format
MP3 formatJPEG format
®
DivX
format
MPEG4 format
DVD-R DL DVD-Video Format
Version 1.2 of the
DVD Video Recording Format
®
rR/rRW/
rRDL
DivX
+VR (+R/+RW
format
Video Recording) Format
CD-R/RW MP3 format
JPEG formatWMA format
®
DivX
format
MPEG4 format
Before playback, finalise the disc on the device it was
recorded on.
It may not be possible to play all the above-mentioned
discs in some cases due to the type of disc, the condition of the recording, the recording method, or how the files were created (B right, Tips for making data discs).
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 playback may not be possible.
Indicated
as
[DVD-V]
[VCD]
Indicated
as
[DVD-V]
[DVD-VR]
[MP3]
[JPEG]
[DivX]
[MPEG4]
[DVD-V]
[DVD-VR]
[DivX]
[DVD-V]
[MP3] [JPEG] [WMA]
[DivX]
[MPEG4]
Discs that cannot be played
Blu-ray, HD DVD, AVCHD discs, DVD-RW version 1.0, DVD-Audio, DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, SACD, Photo CD, DVD-RAM, and “Chaoji VCD” available on the market including CVD, DVCD and SVCD that do not conform to IEC62107.
Video systems
This unit can play PAL and NTSC, but your TV must
match the system used on the disc.
PAL discs cannot be correctly viewed on an NTSC TV.This unit can convert NTSC signals to PAL 60 for
viewing on a PAL TV (B 18, “NTSC DISC OUT” in VIDEO menu).
Disc 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,
liquids which prevent static electricity, or any other solvent.
Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.Do not use the following discs:
–Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or
labels (rented discs, etc.). –Discs that are badly warped or cracked. –Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes.
Tips for making data discs
[WMA] (Extension: “.WMA”, “.wma”) Disc: CD-R/RW
Compatible compression rate: between 48 kbps and
320 kbps
You cannot play WMA files that are copy-protected.
[MP3] (Extension: “.MP3”, “.mp3”) Disc: DVD-R/RW, CD-R/RW
This unit does not support ID3 tags.Sampling frequency and compression rate:
–DVD-R/RW: 11.02 kHz, 12 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 24 kHz
(8 kbps to 160 kbps), 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz (32 kbps to 320 kbps)
–CD-R/RW: 8 kHz, 11.02 kHz, 12 kHz, 16 kHz,
22.05 kHz, 24 kHz (8 kbps to 160 kbps), 32 kHz,
44.1 kHz and 48 kHz (32 kbps to 320 kbps)
[JPEG] (Extension: “.JPG”, “.jpg”, “.JPEG”, “.jpeg”) Disc: DVD-R/RW, CD-R/RW
JPEG files taken on a digital camera that conform to
DCF Standard (Design rule for Camera File system) 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.
[MPEG4] (Extension: “.ASF”, “.asf”) Disc: DVD-R/RW, CD-R/RW
The recording date may differ from that of the actual
date.
Getting StartedPlaying DiscsOther OperationsReference
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[DivX] (Extension: “.DIVX”, “.divx”, “.AVI”, “.avi”)
At least 30 mm
7.0 mm to 9.4 mm
Wall or pillar
3 mm to 5 mm
4.0 mm
22.3 mm
Disc: DVD-R/R DL/RW, CD-R/RW
DivX files greater than 2 GB or have no index may not
be played properly on this unit.
This unit supports all resolutions up to maximum of
720k480 (NTSC)/720k576 (PAL).
You can select up to 8 types of audio and subtitles on
this unit.
There may be differences in the display order on the
menu screen and computer screen.
This unit cannot play files recorded using packet write.
Getting StartedPlaying DiscsOther OperationsReference
DVD-R/RW
Discs must conform to UDF bridge
(UDF 1.02/ISO9660).
This unit does not support multi-session. Only the
default session is played.
CD-R/RW
Discs must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for
extended formats).
This unit supports multi-session but if there are many
sessions it takes more time for play to start. Keep the number of sessions to a minimum to avoid this.
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, carefully read the
instructions that came with the cloth.
Do not use commercially available lens cleaners as they may cause malfunction. Cleaning of the lens is
generally not necessary although this depends on the operating environment.
Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is empty. Failure to do so will risk severely damaging
the disc and the unit.
Troubleshooting guide
Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the following guide do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions.
Power
No power.
Insert the AC mains lead securely. (B 8)
The unit is automatically switched to standby mode.
The Sleep timer was working and had reached the set
time limit. (B 5)
In “DVD/CD” mode, this unit will automatically switch to
standby mode after 30 minutes of inactivity. (B 5)
This unit is turned off when the input for the TV is changed.
This is a normal phenomenon when using VIERA Link “HDAVI Control 4 or later”. For details please read the operating instructions of the TV.
Unit displays
The display is dark.
Select “BRIGHT” in “FL DIMMER” in the OTHERS menu. (B 20)
“NO PLAY”
You inserted a disc the unit cannot play; insert one it
can. (B 21)
You inserted a blank disc.You inserted a disc that has not been finalised.
“NO DISC”
You have not inserted a disc; insert one.You have not inserted the disc correctly; insert it
correctly. (B 12)
“F61”
Check and correct the speaker cable connections. If this does not fix the problem, consult the dealer. (B 6)
Speaker installation option
Attaching to a wall
You can attach all of the speakers (except subwoofer) to a wall.
The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to be
attached should be capable of supporting 10 kg per screw. Consult a qualified building contractor when attaching the speakers to a wall. Improper attachment may result in damage to the wall and speakers.
1 Drive a screw (not supplied) into the wall.
2 Fit the speaker securely onto the screw(s) with the
hole(s).
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“F76”
There is a power supply problem. Consult the dealer.
“DVD U11”
Disc may be dirty. Wipe it clean.
“ERROR”
Incorrect operation performed. Read the instructions and try again.
“DVD H∑∑” “DVD F∑∑∑”
stands for a number.Trouble may have occurred. The numbers following “H”
and “F” depend on the status of the unit. Turn the unit off and then back on. Alternatively, turn the unit off, disconnect the AC mains lead, and then reconnect it.
If the service numbers fail to clear, note the service
number and contact a qualified service person.
“U70 stands for a number. (The actual number following
“U70” will depend on the state of this unit.) The HDMI connection acts unusually.
–The connected equipment is not HDMI-compatible. –Please use HDMI cables that have the HDMI logo
(as shown on the cover). –The HDMI cable is too long. –The HDMI cable is damaged.
“REMOTE 1” or “REMOTE 2”
Match the modes on this unit and remote control. Depending on the number being displayed (“1” or “2”), press and hold [OK] and the corresponding numbered button ([1] or [2]) for at least 2 seconds. (B 5)
General operation
No response when any buttons are pressed.
This unit cannot play discs other than the ones listed in
these operating instructions. (B 21)
The unit may not be operating properly due to lightning,
static electricity or some other external factor. Turn the unit off and then back on. Alternatively, turn the unit off, disconnect the AC mains lead, and then reconnect it.
Condensation has formed. Wait 1 to 2 hours for it to
evaporate.
No response when remote control buttons are pressed.
Check that the batteries are installed correctly. (B 8)The batteries are depleted. Replace them with new
ones. (B 8)
Aim the remote control at the remote control signal
sensor and operate. (B 5)
Other products respond to the remote control.
Change the remote control operating mode. (B 5)
Cannot display the START menu.
Remove the disc and then press [START] again.
No picture or sound.
Check the video or speaker connection. (B 6, 7)Check the power or input setting of the connected
equipment and this unit.
Check that the disc has something recorded on it.
You have forgotten your ratings password.
Reset all the settings to Factory Preset. While stopped and “DVD/CD” is the source, press and hold [< OPEN/CLOSE] on this unit and [S10] on the remote control until “INITIALIZED” disappears from the TV. Turn the unit off and on again. All settings will return to the default values. (This does not work during program and random modes, or when setup menu or START menu is displayed.)
Some characters are not displayed correctly.
Characters other than English alphabet and Arabic numerals may not be displayed correctly.
The VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” function does not respond.
Depending on the condition of this unit or the connected equipment, it may be necessary to repeat the same operation so that the function can work correctly. (B 16)
The setting you made in “TV ASPECT” (B 18, VIDEO menu) or “LANGUAGE” (B 19, DISPLAY menu) does not work.
The settings for “TV ASPECT”
§1
and “LANGUAGE”§2 will automatically follow the information from the TV. (B 9, EASY SETUP settings)
§1 When using VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” with
“HDAVI Control 3 or later” compatible TV
§2 When using VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” with
“HDAVI Control 2 or later” compatible TV
Disc operation
It takes time before play starts.
Play may take time to begin when an MP3 track has still
picture data. Even after the track starts, the correct play time will not be displayed. This is normal. [MP3]
This is normal on DivX video. [DivX]
A menu screen appears during skip or search. [VCD]
This is normal for Video CDs.
Playback control menu does not appear.
[VCD] with playback control Press [STOP] twice and then press [1 PLAY].
Program and Random play do not work. [DVD-V]
These functions do not work with some DVD-Videos.
Play does not start.
This unit may not play WMA and MPEG4 that contains
still picture data.
If playing DivX VOD content, refer to the homepage
where you purchased the DivX VOD content. (Example: http://vod.divx.com) [DivX]
If a disc contains CD-DA and other formats, proper
playback may not be possible.
No subtitles.
Display the subtitles. (“SUBTITLE” in Menu 1) (B 14)Subtitles may not be displayed depending on the disc.
[DivX]
Point B is automatically set.
The end of an item becomes point B when it is reached.
The Setup menu cannot be accessed.
Select “DVD/CD” as the source.Cancel Program and Random play. (B 13)
Sound
Sound is distorted.
Noise may occur when playing WMA.When using the HDMI output, audio may not be output
from other terminals.
Effects do not work.
Some audio effects do not work or have less effect with some discs.
Humming is heard during play.
An AC mains lead or fluorescent light is near this unit. Keep other appliances and cables away from this unit.
No sound.
There may be a slight pause in sound when you change
the play speed.
Audio may not be output due to how files were created.
[DivX]
If the input source is bitstream, set the sound setting to
PCM on the external equipment.
No sound from the TV.
If the TV is not ARC compatible and only the HDMI
connection is used, an extra audio connection is necessary. (B 8)
Confirm the audio connection. Press [EXT-IN] to select
the corresponding source. (B 7, 8, 10)
When using the HDMI connection, ensure that
“AUDIO OUT” in the HDMI menu is set to “ON”. (B 19)
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No sound from the surround speakers.
Abkhazian: 6566 Afar: 6565 Afrikaans: 6570 Albanian: 8381 Amharic: 6577 Arabic: 6582 Armenian: 7289 Assamese: 6583 Aymara: 6589 Azerbaijani: 6590 Bashkir: 6665 Basque: 6985 Bengali, Bangla: 6678 Bhutani: 6890 Bihari: 6672 Breton: 6682 Bulgarian: 6671 Burmese: 7789 Byelorussian: 6669 Cambodian: 7577 Catalan: 6765 Chinese: 9072 Corsican: 6779 Croatian: 7282 Czech: 6783
Danish: 6865 Dutch: 7876 English: 6978 Esperanto: 6979 Estonian: 6984 Faroese: 7079 Fiji: 7074 Finnish: 7073 French: 7082 Frisian: 7089 Galician: 7176 Georgian: 7565 German: 6869 Greek: 6976 Greenlandic: 7576 Guarani: 7178 Gujarati: 7185 Hausa: 7265 Hebrew: 7387 Hindi: 7273 Hungarian: 7285 Icelandic: 7383 Indonesian: 7378 Interlingua: 7365 Irish: 7165
Italian: 7384 Japanese: 7465 Javanese: 7487 Kannada: 7578 Kashmiri: 7583 Kazakh: 7575 Kirghiz: 7589 Korean: 7579 Kurdish: 7585 Laotian: 7679 Latin: 7665 Latvian, Lettish: 7686 Lingala: 7678 Lithuanian: 7684 Macedonian: 7775 Malagasy: 7771 Malay: 7783 Malayalam: 7776 Maltese: 7784 Maori: 7773 Marathi: 7782 Moldavian: 7779 Mongolian: 7778 Nauru: 7865 Nepali: 7869
Norwegian: 7879 Oriya: 7982 Pashto, Pushto: 8083 Persian: 7065 Polish: 8076 Por tu gu es e: 8 08 4 Punjabi: 8065 Quechua: 8185 Rhaeto-Romance:
8277 Romanian: 8279 Russian: 8285 Samoan: 8377 Sanskrit: 8365 Scots Gaelic: 7168 Serbian: 8382 Serbo-Croatian: 8372 Shona: 8378 Sindhi: 8368 Singhalese: 8373 Slovak: 8375 Slovenian: 8376 Somali: 8379 Spanish: 6983 Sundanese: 8385 Swahili: 8387
Swedish: 8386 Tagalog: 8476 Tajik: 8471 Ta mi l : 8 4 65 Ta ta r : 8 4 84 Te lu g u: 8 46 9 Thai: 8472 Tibetan: 6679 Tigrinya: 8473 Tonga: 8479 Tu rk i sh : 8 48 2 Tu rk m en : 8 47 5 Twi: 8487 Ukrainian: 8575 Urdu: 8582 Uzbek: 8590 Vietnamese: 8673 Volapük: 8679 Welsh: 6789 Wolof: 8779 Xhosa: 8872 Yiddish: 7473 Yoruba: 8979 Zulu: 9085
When using the “Surround layout (Recommended)”
mode, press [SURROUND] to select “MULTI-CH”. (B 11)
When using the “Front layout (Alternative)” mode, press
[SURROUND] to select “A.SRD”. (B 11)
Picture
The picture on the TV is not displayed correctly or disappears.
The unit and TV are using different video systems. Use
a multi-system or PAL TV.
Getting StartedPlaying DiscsOther OperationsReference
The system used on the disc does not match your TV.
–PAL discs cannot be correctly viewed on an NTSC TV. –This unit can convert NTSC signals to PAL 60 for
viewing on a PAL TV (“NTSC DISC OUT” in VIDEO menu). (B 18)
Ensure that the unit is connected directly to the TV, and
is not connected through a VCR. (B 7)
Mobile telephone chargers can cause some
disturbance.
If you are using an indoor TV antenna, change to an
outdoor antenna.
The TV antenna wire is too close to the unit. Move it
away from the unit.
Change “SOURCE SELECT” in Menu 2. [DivX] (B 15)Reduce the number of connected devices.When using the HDMI AV OUT terminal, ensure that an
incompatible video output with the connected TV is not selected. Press and hold [CANCEL] until the picture is displayed correctly. (The output will return to “480p” or “576p”.) (B 15)
Video images converted to 1920k1080 resolution may
look different from the true native 1080p full-HD sources. This is not a malfunction of this unit.
When the HDMI cable is connected, there will be no
RGB output from the SCART (AV) terminal. If the SCART (AV) terminal is to be used, remove the HDMI cable and turn this unit on/off again.
Picture size does not fit the screen.
Change “TV ASPECT” in the VIDEO menu. (B 18)Use the TV to change the aspect.Change the zoom setting. (“ZOOM” in Menu 2) (B 15)
Menu is not displayed correctly.
Restore the zoom ratio to “NORMAL”. (“ZOOM” in Menu 2) (B 15)
Auto zoom function does not work well.
Turn off TV’s zoom function.
Zoom function may not work well, especially in dark
scenes and may not work depending on the type of disc.
When playing PAL disc, picture distorted.
Set “TRANSFER MODE” in Menu 2 to “AUTO”. (B 15)
After choosing “Home Cinema” in “Speaker Selection” with the TV’s remote control, the TV’s input selection also changes.
Disconnect the HDMI cable from the TV and reconnect it to a different HDMI terminal.
HDMI progressive video
There is ghosting when HDMI progressive output is on.
This problem is caused by the editing method or material used on DVD-Video, but should be corrected if you use interlaced output. When using the HDMI AV OUT terminal, set “VIDEO FORMAT” in Menu 4 to “480i” or “576i”. Or, disable the HDMI AV OUT connection and use the other video connection. (B 7, 15)
Radio
Distorted sound or noise is heard.
Adjust the position of the FM antenna.Use an outdoor antenna. (B 7)
A beat sound is heard.
Turn the TV off or move it away from the unit.
TV displays
/
The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc.
“THIS DISC CANNOT BE PLAYED IN YOUR REGION.”
Only DVD-Video discs that include or have the same region number as the one on the rear panel of this unit can be played. (B Cover page)
Language code list
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Specifications
AMPLIFIER SECTION
RMS Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode
Front Ch Surround Ch Center Ch Subwoofer Ch
55 W per channel (5≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD
55 W per channel (5 55 W per channel (5
), 1 kHz, 10 % THD
), 1 kHz, 10 % THD
55 W per channel (5≠), 100 Hz, 10 % THD
Total RMS Dolby Digital mode power 330 W
FM TUNER, TERMINALS SECTION
Preset Memory FM 30 stations Frequency Modulation (FM)
Frequency range
87.50 MHz to 108.00 MHz (50-kHz step)
Antenna terminals 75 (unbalanced)
Music Port (Front)
Sensitivity Terminal
100 mV, 6.8 k
Stereo, 3.5 mm jack
DISC SECTION
Discs played (8 cm or 12 cm)
§5, 6
§5, 7
§5, 6
)
, DivX
)
§5, 6
§2, 5
, JPEG
§2, 5
§5, 6
§4, 5
,
)
,
)
(1) DVD (DVD-Video, DivX (2) DVD-R (DVD-Video, DVD-VR, MP3
MPEG4
§5, 7
, DivX (3) DVD-R DL (DVD-Video, DVD-VR, DivX (4) DVD-RW (DVD-Video, DVD-VR, MP3
JPEG
§4, 5
, MPEG4 (5) iR/iRW (Video) (6) iR DL (Video) (7) CD, CD-R/RW (CD-DA, Video CD, SVCD
MP3
§2, 5
, WMA
§3, 5
, JPEG
§4, 5
, MPEG4
§5, 7
§1
,
, DivX
§5, 6
§1 Conforming to IEC62107
§2 MPEG-1 Layer 3, MPEG-2 Layer 3
§3 Windows Media Audio Ver.9.0 L3
Not compatible with Multiple Bit Rate (MBR)
§4 Exif Ver 2.1 JPEG Baseline files
Picture resolution: between 160k120 and 6144k4096 pixels (Sub sampling is 4:0:0, 4:2:0, 4:2:2 or 4:4:4). Extremely long and narrow pictures may not be displayed.
§5 The total combined maximum number of
recognizable audio, picture and video contents and groups: 4000 audio, picture and video contents and 255 groups. (Excluding Root folder)
§6 Plays DivX
®
video.
§7 MPEG4 data recorded with Panasonic SD multi
cameras or DVD video recorders Conforming to SD VIDEO specifications (ASF standard)/MPEG4 (Simple Profile) video system/ G.726 audio system
Pick up
Wavelength (DVD/CD) 655/790 nm Laser power (DVD/CD) CLASS 1M
Audio output (Disc)
Number of channels 5.1 ch (FL, FR, C, SL, SR, SW)
VIDEO SECTION
Video system PAL625/50, PAL525/60, NTSC Composite video output
Output level Terminal
SCART jack (1 system)
1 Vp-p (75 ≠)
S-video output
Y output level C output level
PAL; 0.3 Vp-p (75 ≠)
1 Vp-p (75 ≠)
NTSC; 0.286 Vp-p (75 ≠)
Terminal
SCART jack (1 system)
RGB video output
R output level G output level B output level Terminal
SCART jack (1 system)
0.7 Vp-p (75 ≠)
0.7 Vp-p (75 ≠)
0.7 Vp-p (75 ≠)
HDMI AV output
Terminal 19-pin type A connector
HDAVI Control
This unit supports “HDAVI Control 5” function.
SPEAKER SECTION
[Front\speakers\SB-HF70]
Type Speaker unit(s)
1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex)
Impedance 5
Full range 6.5 cm Cone type
Output sound pressure Frequency range
)
Dimensions (WtHtD)
100 Hz to 25 kHz (j16 dB) 150 Hz to 22 kHz (j10 dB)
80 mmk119 m m k68 mm
80 dB/W (1 m)
Mass
[Surround\speakers\SB-HS70]
Type Speaker unit(s)
1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex)
Impedance 5
Full range 6.5 cm Cone type
Output sound pressure Frequency range
100 Hz to 25 kHz (j16 dB)
80 dB/W (1 m)
150 Hz to 22 kHz (j10 dB)
Dimensions (WtHtD)
80 mmk119 mmk68 mm
Mass
[Center\speaker\SB-HC70]
Type Speaker unit(s)
1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex)
Impedance 5
Full range 6.5 cm Cone type
Output sound pressure Frequency range
100 Hz to 25 kHz (j16 dB)
80 dB/W (1 m)
150 Hz to 22 kHz (j10 dB)
Dimensions (WtHtD)
80 mmk119 mmk68 mm
Mass
Getting StartedPlaying DiscsOther OperationsReference
0.32 kg
0.32 kg
0.39 kg
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[Subwoofer\SB-HW22]
Type Speaker unit(s)
Woofer 12 cm Cone type
Output sound pressure Frequency range
Dimensions (WtHtD) Mass
GENERAL
Getting StartedPlaying DiscsOther OperationsReference
Power supply Power consumption Dimensions (WtHtD) Mass
Operating temperature range Operating humidity range
Power consumption in standby mode
[Note]
1 Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.
2 Total harmonic distortion is measured by a digital
spectrum analyzer.
1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex)
Impedance 5
79 dB/W (1 m) 35 Hz to 350 Hz (j16 dB) 40 Hz to 200 Hz (j10 dB)
153 mmk230 mmk233 mm
AC 220 V to 240 V, 50 Hz
This unit 47 W
360 mmk58 mmk239 mm
This unit 2.0 kg
0 oC to r40 oC
35 % to 80 % RH
(no condensation)
2.1 kg
approx. 0.9 W
Licenses
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and the Symbol are registered trademarks & DTS Digital Surround and the DTS logos are trademarks of DTS, Inc. Product includes software. C DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Rovi Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Rovi Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
HDAVI Control Corporation.
Windows Media and the Windows logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Corporation and third parties. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary and third parties.
This product is licensed under the MPEG-4 Visual patent portfolio license for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer for (i) encoding video in compliance with the MPEG-4 Visual Standard (“MPEG-4 Video”) and/or (ii) decoding MPEG-4 Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed by MPEG LA to provide MPEG-4 Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information including that relating to promotional, internal and commercial uses and licensing may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. See http://www.mpegla.com
TM
is a trademark of Panasonic
.
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®
DivX
is a registered trademark of DivX, Inc., and is
used under license.
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Safety precautions
Cd
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 places 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 authorised service center. 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.
Getting StartedPlaying DiscsOther OperationsReference
Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries
These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC. By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.
For business users in the European Union
If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.
[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union]
These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples):
This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved.
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Panasonic Corporation
Web Site: http://panasonic.net
Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2)
Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH
Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany
C Panasonic Corporation 2010
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