Panasonic DVDLS912 User manual

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Operating Instructions
Portable DVD/CD Player
Model No. DVD-LS91
DVD-LS912
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.
MULTI-FORMAT PLAYBACK
See page 4 for details.
Region number
The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number “2” or “ALL”.
Example:
2
ALL
2
3
5
Operations in these instructions are described mainly with the main unit, but you can do the
operations on the remote control if the remote controls are the same.
Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions are of DVD-LS91.
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Precautions
Precautions
Read these operating instructions carefully
before using the unit. Follow the safety
instructions on the unit and the applicable safety
instructions listed below. Keep these operating
instructions handy for future reference.
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7)
Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Protect the AC mains lead from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
10)Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
11)Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table specified
by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is
used, use caution when moving
the cart/apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.
12)Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
13)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as AC mains
lead or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled
or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture,
does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Precautions for Listening with
the Headphones or Earphones
≥ Do not play your headphones or earphones
at a high volume. Hearing experts advise
against continuous extended play.
≥ If you experience a ringing in your ears,
reduce volume or discontinue use.
≥ Do not use while operating a motorized
vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is
illegal in many areas.
≥ You should use extreme caution or
temporarily discontinue use in potentially
hazardous situations.
≥ Even if your headphones or earphones are
the open-air type designed to let you hear
outside sounds, don’t turn up the volume so
high that you can’t hear what’s around you.
Do not rest the unit on your lap for a long
time while using it. The unit can become
hot and cause burns.
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WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN,
MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING
AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH
LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE
PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
CAUTION!
≥ DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT
IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR
IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE
THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO
PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR
FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING,
ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY
OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT
THE VENTILATION VENTS.
≥ DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S
VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH
NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS,
CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.
≥ DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED
FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES,
ON THE UNIT.
≥ DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN
ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER.
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.
AC adaptor
This AC adaptor operates on AC between
100 V and 240 V.
But
≥ Obtain a suitable plug adaptor if the plug
does not fit the AC mains socket.
The socket outlet shall be installed near the
equipment and easily accessible or the mains
plug or an appliance coupler shall remain
readily operable.
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.
THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE
IN MODERATE CLIMATES.
Marking sign is located on bottom of the unit.
Accessories
Use numbers indicated in
parentheses when asking for
replacement parts.
(Product numbers correct as of January 2006.
These may be subject to change.)
∑ 1 Remote control (N2QAHC000021)
∑ 1 Button-type battery for remote control
(for replacement, see page 7)
≥Keep out of the small children.
Accidental swallowing of batteries can
result in stomach and intestinal damage.
∑ 1 Audio/video cable
∑ 1 AC adaptor
∑ 1 AC mains lead
≥For use with this unit only. Do not use it
with other equipment.
Also, do not use cords for other
equipment with this unit.
∑ 1 Car DC Adaptor
∑ 1 Rechargeable battery pack
[DVD-LS91]
(CGR-H701)
[DVD-LS912]
(CGR-H712)
For replacement: Available from Panasonic
dealers:
[DVD-LS91]
(CGR-H701, CGR-H713)
[DVD-LS912]
(CGR-H712, CGR-H713)
∑ 1 Headrest Mounting Bracket
∑ 1 Monitor holder
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Table of contents
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Discs that can be played . . . . . . . . . .
Preparations
1 Attaching the battery . . . . . . . . . . .
2 Recharging the battery . . . . . . . . .
3 The remote control . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Adjusting the LCD angle . . . . . . . .
2
3
4
6
6
7
7
Playing discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Useful functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Program/Random play . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Enjoying higher quality audio and video . . . 14
Playing HighMATTM discs . . . . . . . . . 15
Playing programs/playlists. . . . . . . . 15
Playing CD using menus . . . . . . . . . 15
Playing data discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
About DivX VOD content . . . . . . . . . 17
Using On-Screen Menus. . . . . . . . . . 18
Changing the player settings . . . . . . 20
Enjoying in a car . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Using this unit
with other equipment . . . . . . . . . . 25
Frequently asked questions. . . . . . . 26
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back cover
Batteries
CAUTION!
1. Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)
≥Use this unit to recharge the battery pack.
≥Do not use the battery pack with equipment
other than the specified player.
≥Do not use the player outside if it is snowing
or raining. (The battery pack is not
waterproof.)
≥Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other
foreign matter on the terminals.
≥Do not touch the plug terminals (i and j)
with metal objects.
≥Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw
into fire.
≥Do not store the battery pack in
temperature over 60 oC.
2. Button-type battery (Lithium battery)
≥Insert with poles aligned.
≥Do not touch the terminals (i and j) with
metal objects.
≥Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw
into fire.
≥Keep out of reach of children
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your
hands or clothes, wash it off thoroughly with water.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with
your eyes, never rub the eyes.
Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then
consult a doctor.
3. Disposing of the batteries
Check and follow your local regulations
before disposal.
DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS
INCORRECTLY REPLACED.
REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR
EQUIVALENT TYPE RECOMMENDED BY
THE MANUFACTURER. DISCARD USED
BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE
MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS.
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WARNING:
The driver must not operate this unit
while the vehicle is moving.
Do not operate this unit where it can be
viewed by the driver.
Driver operation or viewing of this unit while
the vehicle is moving will cause distraction
which may result in serious accident and
personal injury or property damage.
To prevent damage
Avoid the following:
≥ Spraying flammable insecticides near the unit.
≥ Pressing the LCD.
≥ Touching the lens and other parts of the laser
pickup.
Do not use the unit in the following places:
≥ Sandy places such as beaches.
≥ On top of cushions, sofas, or hot equipment
such as amplifiers.
Do not leave in an unventilated automobile or
exposed to direct sunlight and high temperatures.
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Discs that can be played
Commercial discs
Disc
Logo
Indicated in
these
instructions by
DVD-Video
DVD-Audio, Version 1.0 of DVD-RW,
DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G,
SACD and Photo CD, DVD-RAM that
cannot be removed from their
cartridges, 2.6-GB and 5.2-GB DVDRAM and “Chaoji VCD” available on
the market including CVD, DVCD and
SVCD that do not conform to
IEC62107.
High quality movie
and music discs
[DVD-V]
Discs that can be played
∫ Discs that cannot be played
Remarks
Video CD
[VCD]
Music discs with
video
Including SVCD
(Conforming to
IEC62107)
[CD]
Music discs
CD
Recorded disc (Y: Available t: Not available)
Disc
Logo
Recorded on a DVD Recorded on a personal computer,
video recorder, etc.
etc.
[DVD-VR]§2 [DVD-V]§3 [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX]
Necessity of
finalize§4
DVD-RAM
Y
—
t
Y
Y
Y
Y
Not Necessary
Y
Y
t
Y
Y
Y
Y
Necessary
Y
Y
t
t
t
t
t
Necessary
t
(Y)
t
t
t
t
t
Necessary
t
(Y)
t
t
t
t
t
Necessary
—
—
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Necessary§5
DVD-R/RW
DVD-R DL
iR/iRW
—
iR DL
—
CD-R/RW§1
—
≥ It may not be possible to play the above discs in all cases due to the type of discs, the condition of the
recording, the recording method and how the files were created (➜ page 5, Tips for making data discs).
§1 This unit can play CD-R/RW recorded with CD-DA or Video CD format. ([WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] This
unit also plays HighMAT discs.)
§2 Discs recorded on DVD video recorders, DVD video cameras, etc. using Version 1.1 of the Video
Recording Format (a unified video recording standard).
For DVD-R DL: Discs recorded on DVD video recorders or DVD video cameras using Version 1.2 of
the Video Recording Format (a unified video recording standard).
§3 Discs recorded on DVD video recorders or DVD video cameras using DVD-Video Format.
For iR/iRW and iR DL: Discs recorded using a format different from DVD-Video Format,
therefore some functions cannot be used.
§4 A process that allows play on compatible equipment. To play a disc that is displayed as “Necessary”
on this unit, the disc must first be finalized on the device it was recorded on.
§5
Closing the session will also work.
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Format
[WMA]
Disc
CD-R/RW
Extension
“.WMA”
“.wma”
[MP3]
DVD-RAM
DVD-R/RW
CD-R/RW
“.MP3”
“.mp3”
[JPEG]
DVD-RAM
DVD-R/RW
CD-R/RW
“.JPG”
“.jpg”
“.JPEG”
“.jpeg”
[MPEG4]
DVD-RAM
DVD-R/RW
CD-R/RW
“.ASF”
“.asf”
[DivX]
DVD-RAM
DVD-R/RW
CD-R/RW
“.DIVX”
“.divx”
“.AVI”
“.avi”
Reference
≥ Compatible compression rate: between 48 kbps and 320 kbps
≥ You cannot play WMA files that are copy protected.
≥ This unit is not compatible with Multiple Bit Rate (MBR: a file that
contains the same content encoded at several different bit rates).
≥ Sampling frequency:
DVD-RAM, DVD-R/RW :
11.02, 12, 22.05, 24, 44.1 and 48 kHz
CD-R/RW :
8, 11.02, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1 and 48 kHz
≥ Compatible compression rate: between 32 kbps and 320 kbps
≥ This unit is not compatible with ID3 tags.
≥ JPEG files taken on a digital camera that conform to DCF
Standard Version 1.0 are displayed.
– Files that have been altered, edited or saved with computer picture
editing software may not be displayed.
≥ This unit cannot display moving pictures, MOTION JPEG
and other such formats, still pictures other than JPEG (e.g.
TIFF) or play pictures with attached audio.
≥ You can play MPEG4 data [conforming to SD VIDEO specifications
(ASF standard)/MPEG4 (Simple Profile) video system/G.726 audio
system] recorded with the Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD
video recorders with this unit.
≥ The recording date may differ from that of the actual date.
≥ Plays all versions of DivX video (including DivX® 6) [DivX
video system/MP3, Dolby Digital or MPEG audio system]
with standard playback of DivX® media files.
Functions added with DivX Ultra are not supported.
≥ GMC (Global Motion Compensation) is not supported.
≥ DivX files greater than 2GB or have no index may not play
properly on this unit.
≥ This unit supports all resolutions up to maximum of 720
k480 (NTSC)/720 k576 (PAL).
≥ You can select up to 8 types of audio and subtitles on this unit.
Discs that can be played
Tips for making data discs
≥ If groups were created away from the root like “002 group” in the illustration below, the eighth one
and onwards is displayed on the same vertical line in the menu screen.
≥ There may be differences in the display order on the menu screen and computer screen.
≥ This unit cannot play files recorded using packet write.
Naming folders and files
(Files are treated as contents and folders are treated as
groups on this unit.)
At the time of recording, prefix folder and file names. This should be
with numbers that have an equal number of digits, and should be done
in the order you want to play them (this may not work at times).
DVD-RAM
e.g. [MP3]
root
001 group
001
001 track.mp3
002 track.mp3
003 track.mp3
002 group
≥ Discs must conform to UDF 2.0.
DVD-R/RW
≥ Discs must conform to UDF bridge (UDF 1.02/ISO9660).
≥This unit is not compatible with multi-session. Only the default
session is played.
CD-R/RW
003 group
001 track.mp3
002 track.mp3
003 track.mp3
004 track.mp3
001 track.mp3
002 track.mp3
003 track.mp3
≥ Discs must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended formats).
≥ This unit is compatible with multi-session but if there are a lot of sessions it takes more time for play
to start. Keep the number of sessions to a minimum to avoid this.
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Preparations
1 Attaching the battery (When the unit is off)
Preparations
An optional battery pack (CGR-H713) is also available. The procedure for attaching and
detaching is the same.
Bottom side of this unit
Clicks into place
Battery pack
Check to make sure it is securely fastened.
Detaching
≥ Turn the unit off before detaching the battery pack.
When not using for long periods of
time
≥ Remove the battery pack (➜ left).
(Even when the unit is turned off, there is a
small amount of voltage running through the
unit, and this may result in a malfunction.)
≥Recharge the battery for re-use.
RELEASE
DETACH
ATTACH
Press and hold
2 Recharging the battery (When the unit is off)
AC mains lead (included)
DC IN 12 V
DC IN
AC adaptor
(included)
≥ You can also use this unit without charging while
connecting the AC adaptor and the AC mains lead.
≥ You can also use this unit without charging while
connecting Car DC Adaptor (➜ page 24, Connecting
the included Car DC Adaptor).
To conserve power
This unit consumes 0.3 W of power even when turned
off. When the unit is not going to be used for a long time,
disconnect the AC mains lead from the household mains
socket.
The unit is in the standby condition (the [Í] indicator
lights) when the AC mains lead is connected. The
primary circuit is always “live” as long as the AC adaptor
is connected to an electrical outlet.
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To household
mains socket
CHG
Í
Started
Finished
goes out ➜ lights
[Í]
[CHG] lights
➜ goes out
Recharging time:
[DVD-LS91]:
Approx. 4 hours (CGR-H701, included)
[DVD-LS912]:
Approx. 8 hours (CGR-H712, included)
Approx. 10 hours (CGR-H713, optional)
When finished, disconnect the AC
adaptor and the AC mains lead.
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Approximate play times (Hours)
Play (at room temperature using headphones)
Battery pack
CGR-H701
LCD brightness level
LCD Off
j5
0
5 (factory preset)
3
2
1.5
5
6
4
3
10
10
7
5
15
CGR-H712
([DVD-LS912])
CGR-H713
(optional)
≥ The times indicated above may differ depending on use.
≥ To change the LCD brightness (➜ page 10, Adjusting the picture quality on the LCD).
Checking the remaining battery charge
When the unit is on (➜ page 8) and powered by the battery pack
Press [DISPLAY] to check on the LCD (Displays for a few seconds).
Preparations
([DVD-LS91])
Recharge
Appears automatically when
there is only a few minutes of
charge remaining.
(screen)
3 The remote control
Insert the button-type battery (included)
Range of use
Bottom
3
1 2
While sliding (1),
pull out (2).
30o
30o
Aim at the sensor. Maximum
range is up to 7 m.
_ facing up
Lithium battery: CR2025
4 Adjusting the LCD angle
Open the LCD
Standard
Free
Slide
Compact
Clicks!
When moving the unit : Close the LCD. Don’t hold by the LCD.
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Playing discs
1
Headphone terminals [Ë]
‡ 3.5 mm stereo mini jack
Open the lid.
OPEN
2
Insert a disc and
close the lid.
AV SELECT
([DVD-LS912])
Playing discs
Click into
place
Load double-sided discs so
the label for the side you
want to play is facing up.
≥ DVD-RAM: Remove discs from
their cartridges before use.
≥ Some discs start to play
automatically when the unit
is on.
3
Press and hold.
4
Adjust the volume.
ON
The unit turns on and play begins.
≥ [DVD-LS912] When “AUX” is
displayed, press [AV SELECT].
(Watching video from other
equipment ➜ page 25)
VOL
When using headphones,
turn down the volume before
connection.
≥ To play [JPEG], [MP3], [MPEG4] or [DivX] on DVD-RAM that contain both [DVD-VR] and another format
(e.g. [JPEG]), select “Play as Data Disc” (➜ page 19, Other Menu).
≥ While stopped, the unit automatically turns off once 15 minutes (after approximately 5 minutes when
using the battery pack) have elapsed.
≥ Discs continue to rotate while menus are displayed. Press [∫, –OFF] when you finish to preserve the unit’s motor.
≥ Total title number may not be displayed properly on iR/iRW.
≥ If you are experiencing problems, refer to troubleshooting guide (➜ page 27).
Main unit operations
ON
Turn unit on/play
When the unit is off:
Press and hold and the power comes on and play
begins.
When the unit is on:
Press and play begins.
Pause
Press [1, ON] to restart play.
The position is memorized when “Press PLAY to
resume play” appears on the screen.
ー OFF
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Stop
≥ Press [1, ON] to resume. (Resume play)
Turn unit off
Opening the disc lid or pressing [∫, –OFF] while
“Press PLAY to resume play” appears on the
screen cancels the memorized position.
Press and hold until “OFF” is displayed.
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Skip
Search
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Press [:,9].
[DVD-VR] Can also skip to the markers.
Press and hold [:,9] (up to 5 steps).
Slow play
Press and hold [:,9] (up to 5 steps) while paused.
Press [1, ON] to return to normal play.
[VCD] [9] only
≥ [MPEG4] [DivX]: Does not work.
Top menu
[DVD-V]
Playing programs [DVD-VR] (➜ page 15)
MENU
Playback menu
[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX]
Playing data discs (➜ page 16)
Menu
Playing playlists
[DVD-V]
[DVD-VR] (➜ page 15)
Navigation menu
[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX]
Playing data discs (➜ page 16)
Return
Returns to the previous screen.
[VCD] (with playback control) Returns to the menu.
Menu operation
Frame-by-frame
ENTER
Group skip
Press [3 42 1] to select an item and press
[ENTER] to confirm.
[DVD-VR] [DVD-V] [VCD]
While paused, press [2 1].
[VCD] [1] only
[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX]
Press [3 4].
≥ Does not work while paused.
Playing discs
RETURN
Remote control operations
Turn unit on/off
≥ You cannot turn on the unit with the remote
control if the unit is powered by the battery pack.
Play
Press and play begins.
Skip
Press [:,9].
[DVD-VR] Can also skip to the markers.
Search
Press [6, 5] (up to 5 steps).
Press [6, 5] (up to 5 steps) while paused.
Press [1] (PLAY) to return to normal play.
[VCD] [5] only
≥ [MPEG4] [DivX]: Does not work.
PLAY
Slow play
1
2
3
4
5
6
>
= 10
7
8
9
0
[DVD-VR] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD]
e.g. To select 12:
[S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2]
Enter number
[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX]
e.g. To select 123:
[1] ➜ [2] ➜ [3] ➜ [ENTER]
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Useful functions
Selecting how to show 4:3 aspect pictures on the LCD
Press [34] to select the monitor mode.
1 MONITOR 2
MODE
ENTER
Press once.
NORMAL: Normal
FULL: Stretched horizontally
OFF:
No picture
≥ If you are not using the LCD on this unit, select “OFF” to conserve power.
(The [Í] indicator flashes)
≥ The LCD turns off automatically if you close it.
≥ To exit the screen : Press [RETURN].
Adjusting the picture quality on the LCD
Press [34] to select the item, and [2 1] to change the setting.
1 MONITOR 2
MODE
ENTER
Useful functions
Press twice.
BRIGHT: Dims or brightens the picture (s5 to 5)
COLOUR: Adjusts the shade of the picture’s color (s5 to 5)
≥ To exit the screen : Press [RETURN].
Skipping 30 seconds forward (MANUAL SKIP) [DVD-VR] [DVD-V] (Except iR/iRW)
Convenient when you want to skip commercials etc.
During play, press [MANUAL SKIP].
MANUAL
SKIP
≥ This may not work depending on the play position.
≥ [DVD-VR] Does not work:
–with still picture part.
–when playing a playlist.
Repeat play (Only when the elapsed play time can be displayed.
[JPEG]: you can use even if there is no elapsed time display.)
REPEAT
Press several times to select the content to be
repeated.
≥ To exit the screen : Press [RETURN].
Menu
Repeat
To repeat a specified section (A-B Repeat)
Except still picture part
1DISPLAY
2
ENTER
During play,
press once.
1 Press [34] to select “Other Settings”.
2 Press [1] then [34] to select “Play Menu”.
3 Press [1] then [34] to select “A-B
Menu
Repeat”.
4 Press [ENTER] at the starting and
A-B Repeat
ending points.
≥ Press [ENTER] again to cancel.
≥ To exit the screen : Press [RETURN].
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Reviewing titles/programs to play (Advanced Disc Review)
[DVD-VR] [DVD-V] (Except iR/iRW)
1DISPLAY
2
ENTER
Press once.
1 Press [34] to select “Other Settings”.
2 Press [1] then [34] to select “Play Menu”.
3 Press [1] then [34] to select “Advanced Disc Review”.
4 Press [ENTER].
Reviews each title/program.
Title
1
Chapter
1
Time
0 : 00 : 22
≥ You can also review each 10 minutes. Select “Interval Mode”
(➜ page 20, “Advanced Disc Review” in “Disc” tab).
≥ This may not work depending on the play position.
≥ [DVD-VR] Does not work:
–with still picture part.
–when playing a playlist.
≥ To exit the screen : Press [RETURN].
Changing play speed [DVD-VR] [DVD-V]
1DISPLAY
2
ENTER
During play,
press once.
1 Press [34] to select “Other Settings”.
2 Press [1] then [34] to select
“Play Speed”.
3 Press [ENTER] and [34] to select
“Normal” or “k0.6” to “k1.4” (in 0.1 units).
4 Press [ENTER].
Play Speed
a1.4
a1.3
a1.2
a1.1
Normal
a0.9
a0.8
a0.7
a0.6
Useful functions
5 Press [1, ON] when you
find a title/program to play.
≥ Press [1, ON] to return to normal play.
≥ After you change the speed
– H.Bass (➜ page 14), Advanced Surround (➜ below), Multi Remaster (➜ page 14) and Sound Enhancement (➜ page 19, Audio
Menu) do not work.
– Digital output switches to PCM.
– 96 kHz sampling frequency is converted to 48 kHz.
≥ This may not work depending on the disc’s recording.
≥ To exit the screen : Press [RETURN].
≥ This function is effective only when “Monitor Priority” is set to “Video
Output” (➜ page 20, “Video” tab).
Enjoying virtual surround (Advanced Surround)
Motion picture with 2 or more channels
EQ
MODE
Press to select “SP 1 Natural”, “SP 2 Enhanced”,
“HP 1 Natural” or “HP 2 Enhanced”.
A surround sound effect can be made using 2 speakers (on other equipment).
≥ When using headphones, press to select “HP 1 Natural” or “HP 2 Enhanced”.
≥ When using discs recorded with surround sound, sound seems to come from
speakers on either side of you.
≥ Optimum seating position is 3 to 4 times the distance between the front left and right
speakers or the width of the television if using the television’s speakers.
≥ This does not work when H.Bass (➜ page 14) is on.
≥ Do not use in combination with surround effects on other equipment.
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Useful functions
Changing soundtracks Motion pictures
Press to select the soundtrack.
AUDIO
(Remote control)
[DVD-VR] [VCD]
Menu
You can use this button to select “L”, “R” or “LR”.
[DivX]
Audio
1
While the menu is displayed
Press [2 1] to select “L”, “R” or “LR”.
[DVD-V] (Karaoke discs)
While the menu is displayed
Press [2 1] to select “On” or “Off” of vocals. Read the disc’s instructions for details.
Useful functions
Signal type/data
LPCM/Î Digital/DTS/MP3/MPEG: Signal type
kHz (Sampling frequency)/bit/ch (Number of channels)
Example: 3/2 .1ch
.1: Low frequency effect (not displayed if there is no signal)
0: No surround
1: Mono surround
2: Stereo surround (left/right)
1: Center
2: Front leftiFront right
3: Front leftiFront rightiCenter
≥ [DivX] It may take some time for play to start if you change the audio on a DivX video disc.
Changing subtitles Discs with subtitles
[DVD-V] [VCD] [DivX]
Press to select the subtitle language.
SUBTITLE
(Remote control)
To clear/display the subtitles
Press [2 1] to select “On” or “Off”.
≥On iR/iRW, a subtitle number may be shown for
subtitles that are not displayed.
[DVD-VR] (with subtitle on/off information)
Menu
Subtitle
Off
Press to select “On” or “Off”.
≥On or Off only can be selected.
≥Subtitle on/off information cannot be recorded using Panasonic DVD Recorders.
Angle select [DVD-V] with multiple angles /Still picture rotation [JPEG]
Press to select the angle or rotate the still
picture.
ANGLE
(Remote control)
e.g. [DVD-V]
Menu
Angle
Displaying current playback condition (Quick OSD)
DISPLAY
∫ Basics
e.g. [DVD-V]
Current playback number
Title
Press twice.
1
Chapter
1
Elapsed play time
Time
0 : 00 : 22
Playback condition
Current position
DISPLAY
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∫ Details
e.g. [DVD-V]
See above for changing soundtracks
Details-DVD-Video
1
DTS 3/2.1ch
Audio
See above for changing subtitles
Subtitle
See above , Angle select for changing
1/1
Angle
Press three
Source Aspect 4:3
angles
Title Total Time 0:54:28
Aspect of current playback title
times.
Total play time of current playback title
≥ [MPEG4] [DivX] Video and audio information is not displayed during search.
≥ To exit the screen : Press [RETURN].
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Program/Random play Except [DVD-VR]
[Remote\control\only]
PLAYMODE
Program play ) Random play
^== Off (Normal play) !=n
While stopped
Press to change.
≥ Disable HighMAT disc play to use random and program play.
Select “Play as Data Disc” in Other Menu (➜ page 19).
Program play (up to 32 items)
1
Choose a title and chapter.
No. Title Chapter Time
11
Play
Clear
1
2
Press to select an item
(➜ page 9, Enter
number).
3
4
5
6
>
= 10
7
8
9
0
Clear all
2
PLAY
Repeat this step to program
other items.
Selecting all the items (on the disc or in the title or group)
Press [ENTER] and [34] to select “ALL”, then press [ENTER] again to register.
Changing the program
Press [34] to select an item.
–To change an item, repeat step 1.
–To clear an item, press [CANCEL] (or select “Clear” and press [ENTER]).
Clearing the whole program
Select “Clear all” and press [ENTER]. The whole program is also cleared when the unit is turned off or
the disc lid is opened.
Random play
e.g. [DVD-V]
1
[DVD-V] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX]
Program/Random play
e.g. [DVD-V]
2
Random
Press Playback
PLAY to start
Choose a title.
Title 1
to select
1
2
3
4
5
6
>
= 10
7
8
9
0
PLAY to start
Press to select a group
or a title.
(➜ page 9, Enter
number).
PLAY
To exit the program or random mode
Press [PLAYMODE] several times while stopped.
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Enjoying higher quality audio and video
Reproducing more natural audio (Multi Re-master)
≥ [DVD-VR] [DVD-V] (recorded with 48 kHz only) [VCD] [CD]: This feature gives you a more natural
sound by adding higher frequency signals not recorded on the disc, for example, playing DVD-Video
recorded with 48 kHz at 96 kHz.
≥ [WMA] [MP3] (recorded with other than 8 kHz, 16 kHz or 32 kHz): reproduces the frequencies lost
during recording to give you a sound closer to the original.
1DISPLAY
2
ENTER
Press once.
1 Press [34] to select “Other Settings”.
2 Press [1] then [34] to select “Audio Menu”.
3 Press [1] then [34] to select “Multi
Menu
Re-master”.
4 Press [ENTER] and [34] to select “1”, “2” or “3”. Multi Re-master
5 Press [ENTER].
1
≥ To exit the screen : Press [RETURN].
Type of music [[DVD-V] [CD] (LPCM)]
High tempo (e.g., pop and rock)
Various tempos (e.g., jazz)
Low tempo (e.g., classical)
Off
Enjoying higher quality audio and video
Setting
1
2
3
Off
Effect level (Other discs)
Light
Medium
Strong
Off
≥ This feature does not work when H.Bass (➜ below) or Advanced Surround (➜ page 11) is on.
≥ This feature does not work with [MP3] on DVD-RAM or DVD-R/RW.
≥ When connecting with a digital optical cable (➜ page 25), the actual output sampling frequency
depends on “PCM Digital Output” setting in “Audio” tab (➜ page 21).
Enjoying heavy bass with the speakers (H.Bass) [DVD-V]
1DISPLAY
2
ENTER
Press once.
1 Press [34] to select “Other Settings”.
2 Press [1] then [34] to select “Audio Menu”.
3 Press [1] then [34] to select “H.Bass”.
Menu
4 Press [1] then [34] to select “On” or “Off”.
H.Bass
5 Press [ENTER].
Off
≥ To exit the screen : Press [RETURN].
≥ If the sound is distorted or there is noise, set to “Off”.
Providing the suitable picture quality for enjoying movies (Cinema1/Cinema2)
Cinema1: Mellows images and enhances detail in dark scenes.
Cinema2: Sharpens images and enhances detail in dark scenes.
1 DISPLAY 2
ENTER
Press once.
1 Press [34] to select “Other Settings”.
2 Press [1] then [34] to select “Picture Menu”.
3 Press [1] to select “Picture Mode”.
Menu
4 Press [1] then [34] to select
Picture Mode
“Cinema1” or “Cinema2”.
Cinema1
≥ To exit the screen : Press [RETURN].
Reducing noise in pictures (Depth Enhancer/MPEG DNR)
Depth Enhancer: Reduces the rough noise in the background to give a greater feeling of depth.
MPEG DNR: Smoothes block noise and reduces the smudging that appears around contrasting sections of the picture.
1 In the procedure 2s4 (➜ above, Cinema1/Cinema2),
DISPLAY
1
2
ENTER
Press once.
select “User” and press [ENTER].
2 Press [34] to select “Picture
Picture Adjustment
0
Depth Enhancer
Adjustment”and press [ENTER].
0
Depth Enhancer
MPEG
DNR
3 Press [34] to select “Depth
Enhancer” or “MPEG DNR”.
4 Press [2 1] to change the setting. (Depth Enhancer: 0 to
i4, MPEG DNR: 0 to i3)
≥ To exit the screen : Press [RETURN].
The above indicated features may not work depending on the disc’s recording.
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Playing HighMATTM discs [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]
ENTER
While the menu is displayed
Menu:
Press [342 1] to select items
and press [ENTER].
Takes you to the next menu which
shows playlists or another menu.
Playlist:
Play starts.
≥ To return to the menu screen, press [TOP MENU] then press [RETURN] several times.
≥ To change the menu background, press [DISPLAY]. The background changes to the one recorded on the disc.
≥ To display/exit the screen: press [TOP MENU].
Pink Island
Playlist
All By Artist
Selecting from the list
No.
Content title
1 Few times in summer
2 Less and less
Playlist
Group
3
4
5
6
Content
7
8
9
10
And when I was born
Quatre gymnopedies
You've made me sad
I can't quit him
Evening glory
Wheeling spin
Velvet Cuppermine
Ziggy starfish
to select ENTER to play
RETURN
to exit
Playing programs/playlists [DVD-VR]
≥Titles appear only if they have been entered.
≥You cannot edit playlists and titles.
1
To play programs:
2
To play playlists:
MENU
TOP MENU
ENTER
Press [34] to select the
program or playlist and
press [ENTER].
Playlist
Direct Navigator
No.
Date
On
1
2
3
11/ 1(WED)
1/ 1 (MON)
2/ 2 (TUE)
0:05
1:05
2:21
4
5
3/ 3 (WED)
4/10(THU)
3:37
11:05
Contents
Title
Monday feature
Auto action
Cinema
Music
Baseball
to select
RETURN
to exit
No.
1
2
Date
1/ 2
2/ 3
Total Time
Title
0:00:01
City Penguin
0:01:20
Ashley at Prom
3
4
5
3/ 4
4/ 5
5/ 6
1:10:04
0:10:20
0:00:01
Formula one
Soccer
Baseball
6
7
6/ 7
7/ 8
0:00:01
0:01:10
City Penguin
Ashley at Prom
8
9
10
8/ 9
9/10
10/11
0:13:22
0:05:30
0:07:29
Formula one
Soccer
Baseball
to select and press ENTER
RETURN
to exit
≥ Only when the disc contains a playlist.
≥ You can also use the numbered buttons on the remote control (➜ page 9).
≥ Press [1] to show the contents of the program (Only when playing the program).
≥ To exit the screen: Press [RETURN].
Playing CD using menus [CD]
Titles appear with CD text playback.
1
MENU
2
e.g. CD text
CD Text
1/23
2 01
Disc Title:
All By Artist
Disc Artist: Pink Island
Track Title: Long John Platinum
Track Artist: SHIPWRECKED
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
ENTER
Ashley at Prom
City Penguin
Formura one
Soccer
Baseball
Neanderthal
Cartoons
Trilobites
White Dwarf
Discovery
to select and press ENTER
Press [34] to select the
tracks and press
[ENTER].
≥ To exit the screen: Press [RETURN].
RETURN
Playing HighMATTM discs/Playing programs/playlists/Playing CD using menus
1. Press [MENU].
2. Press [2] then [3 4] to switch among “Playlist”, “Group” and
“Content” lists.
3. Press [1] then [3 4] to select an item and press [ENTER].
≥ To exit the screen : Press [MENU].
to exit
Press [DISPLAY] to switch between guide messages and the playback condition indicator.
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Playing data discs [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX]
≥ Select “Play as Data Disc” (➜ page 19, Other Menu) in the following cases:
-To play HighMAT discs without using the HighMAT function
-To play [JPEG], [MP3], [MPEG4] or [DivX] on DVD-RAM that contain both [DVD-VR] and another format (e.g. [JPEG])
Playing items in order (Playback Menu)
While the menu is displayed
ENTER
Playback Menu
All content
WMA/MP3
JPEG
MPEG4 and
DivX video
Press [34] to select “All”, “Audio”,
“Picture” or “Video” and press [ENTER].
≥ To display/exit the screen:
Press [TOP MENU].
All
Total 436
Audio
Total 7
Picture
Total 427
Video
Total 2
to select and press
ENTER
Playing from the selected item (Navigation Menu)
1 MENU 2
Press [3421] to Group and content number currently playing
select the group
:JPEG
and press [ENTER].
Navigation Menu
002 My favorite2 005 Japanese 001 Lady Starfish
Playing data discs
ENTER
Press.
≥ To play content in the group in order:
Press [ENTER].
≥ To start play from the selected content:
Press [34] to select and
press [ENTER].
Perfume
001 My favorite1
002 My favorite2
001 Brazilian
002 Chinese
003 Czech
004 Hungarian
005 Japanese
006 Mexican
007 Philippine
008 Swedish
009 Piano
010 Vocal
5
to display the sub menu
Group
:WMA/MP3
:MPEG4
and DivX
video
Content 0001/0005
Group 005/023
DISPLAY
JPEG
001 Lady Starfish
002 Metal Glue
003 Life on Jupiter
004 Starperson
005 Starperson
RETURN
to exit
Content
Number
currently
selected
≥To listen to WMA/MP3 while showing a JPEG image on the screen
Select a JPEG file first, and then select WMA/MP3. (The opposite order is not effective.)
≥To exit the screen : Press [MENU].
∫ Using the submenu
While the navigation menu (➜ see above) is displayed.
1 Press [DISPLAY].
2 Press [34] to select
the sub menu and
press [ENTER].
Submenu
Multi
List
Tree
Thumbnail
Next group
Previous group
Groups and content
Content only
Groups only
Thumbnail images [JPEG]
To the next group
All
Audio
Picture
Video
All content
WMA/MP3 only
JPEG only
MPEG4 and DivX video only
To switch between guide messages and the
playback condition indicator
To search by content or group title (➜ see below)
Help display
Find
To the previous group
∫ Searching by a content or group title
Press [2 1] to highlight a group title to search a group, or a content title to search its content.
1 Select “Find” and press [ENTER]. (➜ see above)
¢ A
Find
2 Press [34] to select a character and press [ENTER].
≥Repeat to enter another character.
≥Lower case is also searched.
≥Press and hold [:,9] to skip between A, E, I, O and U.
≥Press [2] to erase a character.
≥Erase the asterisk (¢) to search for titles starting with that character.
3 Press [1] to select “Find” and press [ENTER]. The search result screen appears.
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About DivX VOD content
DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content is encrypted for copyright protection. In order to play DivX
VOD content on this unit, you first need to register the unit.
Follow the on line instructions for purchasing DivX VOD content to enter the unit’s registration code
and register the unit. For more information about DivX VOD, visit www.divx.com/vod.
Display the unit’s registration code
(➜ page 21, “DivX Registration” in “Others” tab)
Setup
DivX Registration
DivX Video-on-Demand
Your registration code is : XXXXXXXX
To learn more visit www.divx.com/vod
Press
ENTER
8 alphanumeric
characters
to continue
≥ We recommend that you make a note of this code for future reference.
≥ After playing DivX VOD content for the first time, another registration code is then displayed in “DivX
Registration”. Do not use this registration code to purchase DivX VOD content. If you use this code
to purchase DivX VOD content, and then play the content on this unit, you will no longer be able to
play any content that you purchased using the previous code.
≥ 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. (“Authorization Error” is displayed.)
Regarding DivX content that can only be played a set number of times
Some DivX VOD content can only be played a set number of times. When you play this content, the
remaining number of plays is displayed. You cannot play this content when the number of remaining
plays is zero. (“Rented Movie Expired” is displayed.)
When playing this content
≥ The number of remaining plays is reduced by one if
–you turn off the unit or display “Setup” menu.
–you press [∫]. (Press [;] to stop play.)
–you press [: 9] or [6 5] etc. and arrive at another content or the start of the content
being played.
≥ Resume play (➜ page 8, Stop) does not work.
This product is licensed under the MPEG-4 Visual patent portfolio license for the personal and noncommercial 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.
About DivX VOD content
Disc
Video
Audio
Display
Others
HighMATTM and the HighMAT logo are either trademarks or registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.
Windows Media, and the Windows logo are trademarks, or registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.
WMA is a compression format developed by Microsoft Corporation. It
achieves the same sound quality as MP3 with a file size that is smaller
than that of MP3.
Official DivX® Certified product.
Plays all versions of DivX® video (including DivX®6) with standard playback of
DivX® media files.
DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and
are used under license.
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Using On-Screen Menus
1 Press [34] to select the menu.
2 Press [1] to go to the next menu and [34] to set.
1 DISPLAY 2
ENTER
Press once.
Repeat step 2 if necessary.
≥ Items shown differ depending on the type of software.
≥ Press [2] to go to the previous menu.
≥ There are items which you can select using the numbered buttons and
[ENTER] on the remote control.
≥ If the setting does not change, press [ENTER].
≥ To exit the screen: Press [RETURN].
Main menus
Using On-Screen Menus
Program, Group, Title
Chapter, Track, Playlist
Content
To start from a specific item
≥ Press [34] to select and press [ENTER].
≥ Press and hold [34] to alter faster.
To skip incrementally or decrementally (Time Slip for play only) (Except iR/iRW)
1. Press [ENTER] twice to show Time Slip indicator.
2. Press [34] to select the time and press [ENTER].
Time
≥Press and hold [34] to alter faster.
To change remaining/elapsed time display
To display pixel number
Video
[DivX] fps (frame per second) is also displayed.
(➜ page 12, Changing soundtracks)
Audio
To display the current bitrate or sampling frequency
To enter number
Number Select
[VCD] (with playback control) ≥Press and hold [34] to alter faster.
Thumbnail To show thumbnail images
Subtitle
Marker (VR)
Angle
Rotate Picture
(➜ page 12, Changing subtitles)
To recall a marker recorded on DVD-Video recorders
(➜ page 12, Angle select)
(➜ page 12, Still picture rotation)
To turn on/off slideshow
To change the slideshow timing (“1 Fast” to “5 Slow”)
≥ When using Slideshow, Skip/Rotate picture may not work correctly depending on the
play position.
Other Settings (➜ See below)
Slideshow
Other Settings
Play Speed
(➜ page 11, Changing play speed)
Play Menu (Only when the elapsed play time can be displayed.
[JPEG]: Repeat function can be used.)
Repeat
(➜ page 10, Repeat play)
A-B Repeat
(➜ page 10)
Advanced Disc Review (➜ page 11)
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Picture Menu
Picture Mode
Source Select [DivX]
(➜ page 14, Cinema1/Cinema2/Depth Enhancer/MPEG DNR)
When you select “Auto” the constructing method of the DivX contents is
automatically distinguished and output. If the picture is distorted, select “I
(Interlace)” or “P (Progressive)” depending on which constructing method
was used when the contents were recorded to disc.
Auto
I (Interlace)
P (Progressive)
H.Bass
Advanced Surround
Dialogue Enhancer
Multi Re-master
Sound
Enhancement
(➜ page 14)
(➜ page 11)
To make the dialogue in movies easier to hear
[DVD-V] (Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG, 3-channel or over, with the dialogue
recorded in the center channel)
[DivX] (Dolby Digital, 3-channel or over, with the dialogue recorded in the
center channel)
On ,------. Off
(➜ page 14)
You can enjoy comfortable, analog-like sound.
[DVD-VR] [DVD-V] (recorded with 48 kHz only) [VCD] [CD]
[WMA] [MP3] (recorded with other than 8 kHz, 16 kHz or 32 kHz)
On ,------. Off
≥ This feature does not work with [MP3] on DVD-RAM or DVD-R/RW.
≥ This does not work when H.Bass (➜ page 14), Advanced Surround
(➜ page 11) or Multi Re-master (➜ page 14) is on.
≥ This may not work depending on the disc’s recording.
Display Menu
On ,------. Off
Information
0 to -60 (in 2 units)
Subtitle Position
Subtitle Brightness Auto, 0 to -7
Just Fit Zoom
Manual Zoom
Bit Rate Display
GUI See-through
Motion pictures
To expand the letterbox picture to fit the screen.
Press [34] to select the preset aspect ratio or “Auto”.
[DVD-VR] [DVD-V] [VCD]
Auto ,--. 4:3 Standard ,--. European Vista ,--. 16:9 Standard
:
:
;
;
Cinemascope2 ,------. Cinemascope1 ,-------. American Vista
≥ Depending on the disc, the preset aspect ratio may not be displayed.
[MPEG4] [DivX]
Standard ,--. Original
^-----. Full ,-----J
≥ This function is effective only when “Monitor Priority” is set to “Video
Output” (➜ page 20, “Video” tab).
Motion pictures
Press [34] for fine adjustments. (Press and hold to alter faster.)
–from k1.00 to k1.60 (in 0.01 units) –from k1.60 to k2.00 (in 0.02 units)
[MPEG4] [DivX] only
–from k2.00 to k4.00 (in 0.05 units)
It may not be possible to zoom up to k4.00 depending upon the connected
television and its settings.
≥ This function is effective only when “Monitor Priority” is set to “Video
Output” (➜ page 20, “Video” tab).
Motion pictures On ,------. Off
Off, On, Auto (Switches on automatically when the images appear on the display.)
Using On-Screen Menus
Audio Menu
Other Menu
Setup
Play as DVD-VR
Play as HighMAT
or
Play as Data Disc
(➜ page 20, Changing the player settings)
≥ Select “Play as Data Disc” to play [JPEG], [MP3], [MPEG4] or [DivX] on
DVD-RAM that contain both [DVD-VR] and another format (e.g.
[JPEG]) or to play a HighMAT disc without using the HighMAT
function.
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Changing the player settings
≥ Referring to pages 20 to 21, change as required.
≥ Underlined items are the factory presets.
The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby.
1
2
SETUP
ENTER
Press [3 4 2 1] to select the
menu, item, content and press [ENTER].
(Remote control)
Item
Menu
(Remote control or main unit)
Content
Setup
Disc
Video
Audio
Audio
Menus
Subtitle
≥ To return to the previous screen: press [RETURN].
≥ To exit the screen: Press [RETURN].
≥ The menu is also displayed using on-screen menus.
(➜ page 19, “Setup” in Other Menu)
English
Automatic
English
Display
Others
Advanced Disc Review
Intro Mode
Ratings
level 8
3421 to select and press [ENTER]
[RETURN] to exit
“Disc” tab
Changing the player settings
Audio
Subtitle
Menus
Advanced Disc
Review
Select how to review
(➜ page 11).
Ratings
Setting ratings (When level 8 is selected)
Set a ratings level to ≥ 8 No Limit
To prohibit play of DVD-Video with corresponding ratings recorded on them.
limit DVD-Video play. ≥ 1 to 7:
≥ 0 Lock All: To prevent play of discs without ratings levels.
≥ Follow the onWhen
setting a ratings level, a password screen is shown.
screen instructions.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Do not forget your password.
A message screen will be shown if a DVD-Video exceeding the ratings level is
inserted in the unit. Follow the on-screen instructions.
§1
The original language designated on the disc is selected.
2
§
If the language selected for “Audio” is not available, subtitles appear in that language (If available on the disc).
§3 Input a code number referring to the table on page 21.
“Video” tab
Monitor Priority
Choose the video
output mode.
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≥ Internal LCD: Video output is suitable for the LCD on this unit.
≥ Video Output: When connected to a television.
≥ 4:3 Pan&Scan: Regular aspect television (4:3)
The sides of the widescreen picture are cut off so it fills the
Choose the setting to
screen (unless prohibited by the disc).
suit your television
and preference.
≥ 4:3 Letterbox: Regular aspect television (4:3)
Widescreen picture is shown in the letterbox style.
≥ 16:9: Widescreen television
Use the television’s screen modes to change the way the picture is shown.
≥ Automatic
Still Mode
Specify the type of
≥ Field: The picture is not blurred, but picture quality is lower.
picture shown when ≥ Frame: Overall quality is high, but the picture may appear blurred.
paused.
≥ PAL60: When connected to a PAL television
NTSC Disc Output
Choose PAL 60 or NTSC output when
≥ NTSC: When connected to an NTSC television
playing NTSC discs.
Picture/Video Output ≥ Automatic
≥PAL
Choose the video signal ≥ NTSC/PAL60: Output will depend on “NTSC Disc Output” setting (➜ above).
format to be output for
If picture output is not smooth during playback, change the setting.
JPEG, MPEG4 and
DivX video.
TV Aspect
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Language Options
≥ English
≥Original §1
≥French
≥German
≥ Other¢¢¢¢§3
≥Italian
≥Spanish
≥ Automatic§2 ≥English
≥Polish
≥Swedish
≥ Other¢¢¢¢§3
≥Dutch
≥ English
≥Other¢¢¢¢§3
≥ Intro Mode: Reviews each title/program.
≥ Interval Mode: Reviews each 10 minutes.
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“Audio” tab
PCM Digital
Output§
“Display” tab
≥ English
≥Français ≥Deutsch ≥Italiano
≥ Polski
≥Svenska ≥Nederlands
On-Screen Messages ≥ On
≥ Off
Background during Play
≥ Black
≥ Gray
Select background during JPEG, MPEG4 and
DivX video playback.
Menu Language
≥Español
“Others” tab
DivX Registration
Re-initialise Setting
This returns all values in
the Setup menus to the
default settings.
You need this registration code to purchase and play DivX Video-onDemand (VOD) content. (➜ page 17)
≥ Yes: The password screen is shown if “Ratings” (➜ page 20) is set.
Please enter the same password and press [ENTER]. When
“Initialised” appears on the screen, wait for about 10 seconds.
Press [ENTER] and turn the unit off and on again.
≥ No
Language code list
Abkhazian: 6566
Afar:
6565
Afrikaans: 6570
Albanian:
8381
Ameharic: 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
Portuguese: 8084
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
Tamil:
8465
Tatar:
8484
Telugu:
8469
Thai:
8472
Tibetan:
6679
Tigrinya:
8473
Tonga:
8479
Turkish:
8482
Turkmen:
8475
Twi:
8487
Ukrainian: 8575
Urdu:
8582
Uzbek:
8590
Vietnamese:
8673
Volapük:
8679
Welsh:
6789
Wolof:
8779
Xhosa:
8872
Yiddish:
7473
Yoruba:
8979
Zulu:
9085
Changing the player settings
Check the digital input limitations of the equipment you connect and select
the maximum sampling frequency of PCM digital output.
≥ Off:
When not connected using a digital optical cable
≥ Up to 48 kHz: When connected to equipment compatible with 44.1 or 48 kHz
≥ Up to 96 kHz: When connected to equipment compatible with 88.2 or 96 kHz
≥ Up to 192 kHz: When connected to equipment compatible with 176.4 or 192 kHz
≥Signals from copy-protected discs are converted to 48 or 44.1 kHz.
≥Some equipment cannot handle sampling frequencies of 88.2 kHz, even if it can
handle 96 kHz. Read your equipment’s operating instructions for details.
≥ Bitstream
Select “Bitstream” when the equipment can decode the
Dolby Digital§
≥ PCM
bitstream (digital form of multi-channel data). Otherwise, select
“PCM”. (If the bitstream is output to the equipment without a
≥ Bitstream
DTS Digital
§
decoder, high levels of noise can be output and may damage
≥ PCM
Surround
your speakers and hearing.)
≥ PCM
MPEG§
≥ Bitstream
≥ Off
Dynamic Range
≥ On: Adjusts for clarity even when the volume is low through compressing
Compression
the range of the lowest sound level and the highest sound level.
Convenient for late night viewing. (Only works with Dolby Digital.)
§Only when connected using a digital optical cable (➜ page 25).
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
“DTS” and “DTS 2.0 i Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, lnc.
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Enjoying in a car
Do not leave the unit on a surface that may become hot such as a dashboard. The unit is
not heat-resistant so may malfunction.
The driver must not operate this unit while the vehicle is moving.
Do not operate this unit where it can be viewed by the driver.
Driver operation or viewing of this unit while the vehicle is moving will cause distraction which may
result in serious accident and personal injury or property damage.
Enjoying video in the back seat with the Headrest Mounting Bracket
Enjoying in a car
You can enjoy video in the back seat attaching the unit to the back of the front seat.
≥ Please insert the disc before attaching the unit to the headrest bracket.
≥ Do not attach or detach while driving, and do not attach in the following locations,
otherwise it may result in injury or traffic accidents:
–anywhere other than the back of the seat
–in a location that interferes with the driver’s view or operation of the car
–in a location that interferes with the operation of an airbag
–in a location that interferes with the driving instruments
≥ Make sure that the bracket belt is securely fastened, and check the lock on the unit.
In the event of an accident, sudden acceleration, or braking, the unit could become loose and cause injury.
1
Attaching the headrest bracket to the front seat.
1 Adjust the headrest so there is an open
space of about 3 cm.
Side view
Headrest
Mounting
Bracket
(included)
Attach to the seat
so that the label
side of the bracket
can be seen from
the rear of the
seat.
2
2 Close the buckle and adjust the belt
until it fits tightly around the headrest.
Attaching the monitor holder.
1 Fold the monitor down towards the front
of the unit and attach the monitor holder.
Monitor holder (included)
2 Rotate the monitor backwards so the
screen is facing out, and lock into
place with the monitor holder.
Check that the
monitor is locked
into position.
Detaching the monitor
Press the monitor
holder as shown to
detach it.
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After use, detach the monitor
holder from the unit. You can
store it in the bracket.
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Attaching the unit to the bracket.
While holding the unit with both hands, line up the unit just below the protruding sections on the
bracket. Press the unit down about 4 to 5 mm so that the protrusions on the bracket fit into the holes
on the bottom of the unit.
≥ Do not use until you make sure that the unit is not loose and cannot be lifted upwards.
Diagram of attached bracket
When correctly
attached,
you will hear a
locking sound.
click!
Enjoying in a car
Line up the protruding
sections here.
Use the monitor in the open
position as shown in the
illustration to the right to
prevent abnormal audio or
damage resulting from
vibrations in the car.
The angle of the monitor can
be adjusted up to about 30o.
≥ The angle of the monitor may shift
while driving due to vibration, etc.
≥ Depending on the type of headrest, you
may not be able to attach the bracket.
Releasing the unit from the bracket
1
2
23 cm
or less
Release
button
1 Press the release buttons (left and right) in
towards the center of the bracket.
2 Lift the unit up to release it.
≥ Do not press the release buttons any time
other than when detaching the unit from the
bracket.
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Enjoying in a car
Connecting the included Car DC Adaptor
Before connection, consult your car owner’s manual or your dealer.
≥ Connect to the cigarette lighter socket of a vehicle that has a 12 V battery. It is not compatible with a
vehicle that has a 24 V battery.
≥ This is a special negative grounded Car DC Adaptor. Using this Car DC Adaptor with a plus
grounded car can cause malfunction and lead to fire.
W
N
W (Wide): Set to this position if the plug is loose.
N (Narrow) (factory preset): Set to this position for normal use.
To the cigarette
lighter socket
Enjoying in a car
DC IN
Car DC Adaptor
(included)
Left side of this unit
Place the unit on a stable surface.
Replacing the fuse
Replace only with the specified 125 V/250 V, 3 A fuse. Use of any other type can cause fire.
2 Replace the fuse (125 V/250 V, 3 A type)
3 Close
1 Open
Cautions
≥ To avoid draining your car battery
–Disconnect the Car DC Adaptor from the cigarette lighter after use. The Car DC Adaptor continues
to consume some power even if it is not being used, and if a battery pack is attached to this unit, it
will start recharging which uses more power.
–Do not use the Car DC Adaptor for long periods when the engine is not running.
≥ Turn the unit off before stopping the engine while using Car DC Adaptor, otherwise resume play
(➜ page 8) may not work.
≥ Leave some slack in the cord.
≥ No responsibility will be taken for damage that occurs due to faulty installation.
(Left side of this unit)
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You can enjoy audio through your car audio system by connecting a car
stereo cassette adaptor (not included: RP-CC20) to the headphone jack on
the left side of this unit.
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Using this unit with other equipment
Turn off all equipment before connecting and read the appropriate operating instructions.
Enjoying with 5.1ch audio
AV amplifier with
Dolby Digital/DTS logo
Digital optical cable (not included)
≥ Do not bend sharply.
≥ Align and insert.
Left side of this unit
AUDIO/OPT OUT
OPTICAL IN
Connect the 6 speakers to the amplifier’s
5.1 ch audio output terminals.
≥ Change “PCM Digital Output”, “Dolby Digital”, “DTS Digital Surround” and “MPEG” (➜ page 21).
AUDIO/OPT OUT
Audio cable (not included)
L
White
Black
Red
Left side of this unit
Amplifier/
System
component
AUDIO IN
R
Enjoying with a television
≥ Connect the video output from this unit directly to the television.
≥ Set “Monitor Priority” to “Video Output” (➜ page 20, “Video” tab).
Television
Audio/video cable (included)
Yellow
Yellow
AUDIO/OPT OUT
Black
VIDEO IN
White
L
Red
R
AUDIO IN
Left side of this unit
Use the RCAJ adaptor (not included) if your TV has a 21-pin SCART terminal.
Audio/Video cable (included)
Yellow
Yellow
White
Red
AUDIO/OPT OUT
Black
To the television’s
21-pin SCART
terminal
Left side of this unit
RCAJ adaptor (not included)
≥ The unit’s speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not place the unit near televisions, personal
computers or other devices easily influenced by magnetism. Do not keep this unit and magnetized
cards (bank cards, commuter passes, etc.) close together.
≥ If you raise the volume on the television while playing this unit, the volume may abruptly become very
loud when you switch to a television broadcast. Return the volume to its normal level before changing.
Using this unit with other equipment
Enjoying stereo audio
Watching video from other equipment [DVD-LS912]
1
Connect the equipment to this unit.
Audio/video cable (included)
Yellow
AUDIO/OPT OUT
Black
e.g. Video camera
Yellow
VIDEO OUT
White
L
Red
R
AUDIO OUT
Left side of this unit
2
Press [AV SELECT] to switch to “AUX” .
“AUX” lights on the unit’s display.
≥ The unit does not turn off automatically while “AUX” mode is on. Turn the unit off when you have finished using it.
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Frequently asked questions
Reference pages are shown in parentheses.
What kind of equipment is
necessary to enjoy 5.1ch
audio?
Can I play a DVD-Video
bought in another country?
Can I use on an airplane or in
a hospital?
Can I use in a car?
Can I connect with a
computer?
Connect to an AV amplifier (that has 5.1ch audio output terminals)
displaying the Dolby Digital/DTS logo. (25)
You can play if the region number includes “2” or “ALL”.
Check the disc jacket. (Cover)
Electromagnetic waves that are emitted from this unit may affect
equipment on an airplane or in a hospital.
Please obey the rules and/or instructions indicated by the hospital
or airline.
≥ You can use this unit by connecting with the included Car DC
Adaptor for power. Damage may occur if you do not use the
specified car adaptor. (24)
≥ You can enjoy video in the back seat with the included Headrest
Mounting Bracket. (22)
You can enjoy use of the computer as a television monitor when
connecting with the AV input terminal on a computer. However,
you cannot operate this unit as peripheral equipment.
Maintenance
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
≥ Use eyeglass cleaner to remove stubborn dirt from the LCD.
≥ Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.
Frequently asked questions/Maintenance
Maintenance of the lens
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≥ Remove dust carefully with an air blower for camera lenses (optional).
≥ Recommended product:
Lens cleaner kit (SZZP1038C)
(Available from Panasonic dealers.)
≥ You cannot use a CD type lens cleaner.
≥ Be careful not to touch the lens with your fingers.
To clean discs
≥ Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
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, static electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.
≥ Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.
≥ Do not drop stack, or impact discs. Do not place objects on them.
≥ To protect discs from scratches and dirt, return them to their cases or cartridges when you are not
using them.
≥ Do not use the following discs:
– Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels (rented discs etc).
– Discs that are badly warped or cracked.
– Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes.
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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 chart do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for
instructions. (Reference pages are shown in parentheses.)
The following do not indicate malfunction.
≥Sound from the AC adaptor during recharging.
≥The battery pack warming up when recharging or during use.
≥The surface and area around the unit becoming warm when used for long periods.
Power
≥ Check connections to the AC adaptor or battery pack. (6)
≥ You cannot turn on the unit with the remote control if the unit is powered by the battery pack.
≥ The unit has protection circuitry that is activated if it becomes too hot or too cold. The unit will not
work if this occurs. Use the unit between 5 oC and 35 oC.
Unit turns off automatically. ≥ The unit turns off after it has been stopped for about 15 minutes
(5 minutes when the unit is powered by the battery pack) to
conserve power. Turn the unit on again.
Cannot charge or the [CHG] ≥ The battery pack can only be recharged when the unit is off.
indicator fails to light.
≥ The charging time increases when the temperature is too hot or too
cold, and charging may not be possible under some circumstances.
≥ Check connections to the AC adaptor or battery pack. (6)
Play time dramatically
≥ The battery pack has reached the end of its service life (It can be
reduced after recharging.
recharged about 300 times).
Difficulty inserting the plug or ≥ Set the plug switch to “N” (Narrow) or “W” (Wide) to adjust the
the plug is loose when
plug size depending on the type of socket. (24)
connecting Car DC Adaptor.
No power
Specific operation impossible or incorrect
≥ 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; however, this is normal.
≥ This is normal on DivX video.
The program and random play ≥ These functions do not work with some DVD-Videos.
functions do not work. [DVD-V]
Menu doesn’t appear.
≥ Press [∫, –OFF] twice and then press [1, ON].
[VCD] with playback control
Subtitle position is wrong.
≥ Adjust the position. (“Subtitle Position” in Display Menu) (19)
≥ Display the subtitles. (12)
No subtitles
In A-B repeat, point B is
≥ The end of an item becomes point B when it is reached.
automatically set.
≥ This unit may not play WMA and MPEG4 that contains still picture data.
Play doesn’t start.
≥If playing DivX VOD content, refer to the homepage where you
purchased the DivX VOD content. (Example: www.divx.com/vod)
≥If a disc contains CD-DA and other formats, proper playback may not be possible.
Troubleshooting guide
No operation
No
≥ This unit cannot play discs other than the ones listed in these operating instructions. (4)
response ≥ The unit may not be operating properly due to lightning, static electricity or some other
when any
external factor. Turn the unit off and then back to ON. Alternatively, turn the unit off,
buttons
disconnect the power source (AC or battery pack), and then reconnect it.
pressed. ≥ Condensation has formed: Wait 1 to 2 hours for it to evaporate.
No response when remote ≥ Check that the battery is installed correctly. (7)
≥ The battery is depleted: Replace it with new one. (7)
control buttons pressed.
≥ Point the remote control at the remote control sensor and operate. (7)
≥ While stopped, press and hold [:] and [;] on the unit and then also press
You have forgotten your
and hold [1, ON] on the unit until “Initialised” disappears from the screen.
ratings password.
Turn the unit off and on again. All settings will return to the default values.
Reset all the settings to Factory Preset.
No picture or sound.
≥ Check that the disc has something recorded on it.
It takes time before play
starts.
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Picture incorrect
≥ Select a monitor mode other than “OFF” (No picture). (10, Selecting
how to show 4:3 aspect pictures on the LCD).
The LCD is dark.
≥ Adjust the brightness. (10)
LCD pixels turn black or
≥ The LCD is constructed with precision technology so 99.99 % of the
radiate different colors.
pixels are active, but of the remaining of 0.01 %, there are pixels that
may be black or emit light constantly. This phenomenon is not a
malfunction.
Picture doesn’t appear on ≥ Check connections. (25)
the television (or the size ≥ Check that the television is on.
of the picture seems
≥ Check that the input mode on the television is correct.
wrong).
≥ Check the settings in “Video—TV Aspect”. (20)
≥ Turn off the zooming feature on your television if you are using Zoom.
(19)
≥ Ensure that the unit is connected directly to the television, and is not
connected through a video cassette recorder. (25)
Picture distorted.
≥ Picture quality may worsen or some frames may be skipped when
viewing MPEG4, but this is normal.
≥ [DivX] Change “Source Select” in Picture Menu. (19)
≥ Set “Monitor Priority” to “Video Output” when connecting to a
television. (20)
Picture stops.
≥ Picture may stop if the DivX files are greater than 2 GB.
≥ Restore the zoom ratio to a1.00. (19)
Menu not displayed
≥ Set “Subtitle Position” in Display Menu to “0”. (19)
correctly.
Auto zoom function does ≥ Use the other preset aspect ratios or manual adjustment. (19)
not work well.
≥ Zoom function may not work well, especially in dark scenes and may
not work depending on the type of disc.
Troubleshooting guide
No picture on the LCD.
Sound incorrect
Sound distorted.
Piercing noise comes
from the speakers.
Effects do not work.
No sound from the unit’s
speaker.
No sound from other
speakers.
No sound
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≥ Select “Off” in “Advanced Surround”. (11)
≥ Move unit away from mobile phones.
≥ Noise may occur when playing WMA files.
≥There may be some noise output when playing MPEG4, but this is
normal.
≥ If you have connected a digital amplifier which does not include
decoder, be sure to select “PCM” in “Dolby Digital” or “DTS Digital
Surround” or “MPEG” in “Audio” tab. (21)
≥ None of the audio effects work when the unit is connected through
the digital optical cable and is outputting bitstream signals. (25)
≥ Some audio effects do not work or have less effect with some discs.
≥ H.Bass, Advanced Surround, Multi Re-master and Sound
Enhancement do not work if you have changed the play speed.
≥ The speaker is off if the LCD is closed or headphones are connected.
≥ Turn up the volume. (8)
≥ Check all connections and settings. (25)
≥ There may be a pause in sound when you change the play speed.
≥ [DivX] Audio may not be output due to how files were created. (5)
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Recording
Cannot record to digital
recording equipment.
(Incorrect sound
recorded.)
≥ You cannot record WMA/MP3.
≥ You cannot record DVDs that have protection preventing digital recording.
≥ You cannot record DVDs if the recording equipment cannot handle
signals with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz.
≥ Make the following settings:
– Advanced Surround:
Off (11)
– PCM Digital Output:
Up to 48 kHz (21)
– Dolby Digital/DTS Digital Surround/MPEG:
PCM (21)
Displays
“/”
No On-Screen display.
“Check the disc.”
“U11”
≥ The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc.
≥ Select “On” for “On-Screen Messages” in “Display” tab. (21)
≥ Clean the disc. (26)
≥ You inserted a disc that has not been finalized. (4)
“
≥ A problem has occurred with the battery pack. Consult your dealer.
ERROR 01”
≥ The battery pack has been recharging for 20 hours but has failed to
recharge for some reason. Recharge again.
≥ You are recharging in a location that is too hot or too cold. Recharge at
“
ERROR 03”
normal temperature (i5 to i35 oC).
≥ Trouble has occurred. The number appearing after “H” depends on the
“H ∑∑”
problem. Turn the unit off and on again. Alternatively, turn the unit off,
∑∑ stands for a
disconnect the power source (AC or battery pack), reconnect the power
number.
and turn the unit on again.
If the service numbers fail to clear, note the service numbers and
consult your dealer.
“Cannot display group xx, ≥ You are trying to play incompatible groups or content. (5)
content xx”
“Authorization Error”
≥ You are trying to play the DivX VOD content that was purchased with a
different registration code. You cannot play the content on this unit. (17)
“Rented Movie Expired” ≥ The DivX VOD content has zero remaining plays. You cannot play it.
(17)
ERROR 02”
[Í] and [CHG] indicators
The [Í] indicator
flashes rapidly.
The [Í] indicator
flashes slowly.
The [CHG] indicator
flashes rapidly.
The [CHG] indicator
flashes slowly.
≥ The unit has malfunctioned. Consult your dealer.
Troubleshooting guide
“
≥ The unit is on and the LCD is closed or the monitor mode is set to
“OFF” (No picture). Turn the unit off when you have finished.
≥ There is a problem with the battery pack. Turn the unit on and check
the message on the LCD. (above)
≥ Battery pack charge is low. The unit will turn off automatically after a
few minutes.
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Specifications
Specifications
Operating temperature range:
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i5 to i35 oC
Operating humidity range:
5 to 85 % RH (no condensation)
Discs played (8 cm or 12 cm):
(1) DVD (DVD-Video, DivX§6, 8)
(2) DVD-RAM (DVD-VR, JPEG§4, 6, 7, MP3§2, 6,
MPEG4§5, 6, DivX§6, 8)
(3) DVD-R (DVD-Video, DVD-VR, JPEG§4, 6, 7,
MP3§2, 6, MPEG4§5, 6, DivX§6, 8)
(4) DVD-R DL (DVD-Video, DVD-VR)
(5) DVD-RW (DVD-Video, DVD-VR,
JPEG§4, 6, 7, MP3§2, 6, MPEG4§5, 6, DivX§6, 8)
(6) iR/RW (Video)
(7) iR DL (Video)
(8) CD, CD-R/RW [CD-DA, Video-CD, SVCD§1,
MP3§2, 6, WMA§3, 6, JPEG§4, 6, 7,
MPEG4§5, 6, DivX§6, 8, HighMAT Level 2
(Audio and Image)]
Signal system: PAL/PAL 60 (NTSC) selectable
LCD screen:
9q α-Si, TFT wide-screen LCD
Composite-video output/input§9:
Output/input level§9:
1 Vp-p (75 ≠)
Output/input terminal§9:
‡ 3.5 mm mini jack
Number of terminals:
1 system
([DVD-LS912] output/input selectable)
§9
Audio output/input :
Output/input level§9:
1.5 Vrms (1 kHz, 0 dB, 10 k≠)
Output/input terminal§9:
‡ 3.5 mm stereo mini jack
Number of terminals:
1 system
([DVD-LS912] output/input selectable)
Audio performance:
(1) Frequency response:
≥ DVD (linear audio):
4 Hz to 22 kHz (48 kHz sampling)
4 Hz to 44 kHz (96 kHz sampling)
≥ CD audio:
4 Hz to 20 kHz
(2) S/N ratio:
≥ CD audio:
115 dB
(3) Dynamic range:
≥ DVD (linear audio):
98 dB
≥ CD audio:
97 dB
(4) Total harmonic distortion:
≥CD audio:
0.008 %
Digital audio output:
Optical digital output: Mini optical terminal
Number of terminals:
1 system
(also used for audio output/input§9)
Headphone output:
Output:
‡ 3.5 mm stereo mini jack
Number of terminals:
2 systems
Pickup:
Wave length:
662 nm/785 nm (DVD/CD)
Laser power: CLASS 3B/CLASS 3B (DVD/CD)
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Pickup:
Bølgelengde:
662 nm/785 nm
Laserstyrke:
Ingen farlig stråling sendes ut
(med sikkerhets-beskyttelse)
Power supply:
DC 12 V (DC IN terminal)/
DC 7.2 V (Exclusive battery terminal)
Power consumption (using included AC adaptor):
13 W (Unit only: 10 W)
Power consumption in Standby mode
(using included AC adaptor):
approx. 0.3 W
Power consumption in Recharge mode
(using included AC adaptor):
13 W
AC adaptor:
Power source: AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption:
28 W
DC output:
12 V, 1.5 A
Car DC Adaptor:
DC output:
12 V, 2 A
(Vehicle with 12 V battery only)
Battery pack (lithium ion)
[DVD-LS91] CGR-H701 (included):
Voltage:
7.2 V
Capacity:
2150 mAh
[DVD-LS912] CGR-H712 (included):
Voltage:
7.2 V
Capacity:
4500 mAh
Dimensions (WkDkH)
(excluding protrusions and battery):
235.4 mmk179.2 mmk46.0§ mm
§24.3 mm at lowest point
[DVD-LS91]
(D=179.2 mm including battery)
(H=46.6 mm including battery)
[DVD-LS912]
(D=185.0 mm including battery)
(H=51.5 mm including battery)
Mass:
including battery; [DVD-LS91]
1004 g
[DVD-LS912]
1094 g
without battery; [DVD-LS91]
862 g
[DVD-LS912]
863 g
]Note]
Specifications are subject to change without
notice. Mass and dimensions are approximate.
§1Conforming 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)
§5
MPEG4 data recorded with the Panasonic SD
multi cameras or DVD video recorders
Conforming to SD VIDEO specifications (ASF
standard)/MPEG4 (Simple Profile) video
system/G.726 audio system
§6The total combined maximum number of
recognizable audio, picture and movie
contents and groups: 4000 audio, picture and
movie contents and 400 groups.
§7
Extremely long and slender pictures may not
be displayed.
§8Plays all versions of DivX® video (including
DivX®6) with standard playback of DivX® media
files. Certified to the DivX Home Theater Profile.
GMC (Global Motion Compensation) is not
supported.
§9Input: [DVD-LS912] only
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Index
A A-B Repeat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Advanced Disc Review. . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Advanced Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Angle select. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
AV SELECT ([DVD-LS912]) . . . . . . . . . . . 25
C Car DC Adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
CD text playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Cinema1/Cinema2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
D Depth Enhancer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Dialogue Enhancer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 18
DivX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4, 5, 17
Dolby Digital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 21, 25
DTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 21, 25
E EQ MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
F Finalize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
H H.Bass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Headrest Mounting Bracket . . . . . . . . 22
HighMAT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
J Just Fit Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
M MANUAL SKIP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Manual Zoom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
MENU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 15, 16
MONITOR MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
MPEG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
MPEG DNR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
MPEG4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4, 5
Multi Re-master . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
N Navigation Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
O On-Screen Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
P Play speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Playback Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Program/Random play . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Q Quick OSD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
R Re-initialise Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
REPEAT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Resume play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Rotate Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
S Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Sound Enhancement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Soundtrack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Subtitle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
T Time Slip for play only . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
TOP MENU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 15, 16
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