Panasonic Dvd F65 Operating Instructions Manual

							The illustration shows the unit for U.S.A. and Canada.
DVD/CD PLAYER
Operating Instructions
Model No. DVD-F65/DVD-F61
PRELIMINARY
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DISC DISC1 DISC2 DISC3SETUPOPEN/CLOSESEQUENTIALFL SELECTGROUP
DIRECT NAVIGATORTOP
MENU  
DISPLAYSUBTITLEPLAY MODEZOOMPOSITION
MEMORY DOUBLE
RE-MASTERAUDIOANGLE/ PAGEQUICK REPLAYRETURN
MENUENTERPLAY LIST
CANCELDISC4 DISC5
SKIPSLOW/SEARCHSTOPPLAYPAUSE
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 (Inside of product)THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. AND CANADA
For U.S.A. and Canada
User memo:
CAUTION!
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR 
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN 
THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN 
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR 
YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED 
PERSONNEL.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC 
SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT 
EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, 
MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND 
THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, 
SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON 
THE APPARATUS.
CAUTION!
≥DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A 
BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER 
CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL 
VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC 
SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, 
ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER 
MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION 
VENTS.
≥DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION 
OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, 
CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.
≥DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, 
SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.
≥DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY 
FRIENDLY MANNER.
Units for Asia
THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN TROPICAL CLIMATES.
Units for Australia and N.Z.
THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES.
This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile 
telephones during use. If such interference is apparent, please 
increase separation between the product and the mobile telephone. 
CAUTIONLASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.
FDA 21 CFR / Class II
VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
IEC60825-1 / Class 3b
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LASERSÄTEILYLLE.    ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.
SICHTBARE UND UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN
ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET.    NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.
RAYONNEMENT LASER VISIBLE ET INVISIBLE EN CAS
D’OUVERTURE.    EXPOSITION DANGEREUSE AU FAISCEAU.
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CAUTION
VARNING
ADVARSEL
ADVARSEL
VARO!
VORSICHT
ATTENTION
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
The laser product label has 
not been attached to 
products for the U.S.A. and 
Canada.
CAUTION:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits 
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against 
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment 
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not 
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause 
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no 
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. 
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or 
television reception, which can be determined by turning the 
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the 
interference by one or more of the following measures:
≥Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
≥Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
≥Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that 
to which the receiver is connected.
≥Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would 
void the user’s authority to operate this device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is 
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not 
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any 
interference received, including interference that may cause 
undesired operation.
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH 
WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, 
FULLY INSERT.
Before moving the unit, ensure the disc trays are empty. Failure to do so will risk severely damaging the discs and the unit.
DATE OF PURCHASE  __________________________________
DEALER NAME  _______________________________________
DEALER ADDRESS  ___________________________________
_____________________________________________________
TELEPHONE NUMBER  _________________________________
The lightning flash with arrowhead 
symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is 
intended to alert the user to the presence 
of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within 
the product’s enclosure that may be of 
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of 
electric shock to persons.
CAUTION
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The exclamation point within an 
equilateral triangle is intended to alert the 
user to the presence of important 
operating and maintenance (servicing) 
instructions in the literature accompanying 
the appliance.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed 
below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the 
manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat 
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that 
produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type 
plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. 
A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. 
The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the 
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for 
replacement of the obsolete outlet.10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly 
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from 
the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the 
manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or 
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the 
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when 
moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid 
injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for 
long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is 
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as 
power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or 
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been 
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been 
dropped.
≥Buttons such as 3 function the same as those on the remote control.
≥The actual marking of the standby/on switch depends on the area.
Illustrations in these operating instructions use the markings shown in 
the above illustration.Page
1Standby/on button (Í) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2Disc select button (DISC), Disc buttons (DISC 1 – DISC 5)  . . . . . . 9
3Sequential button (SEQUENTIAL). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
4FL select button (FL SELECT). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
5Group button (GROUP)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
6Cancel button (CANCEL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
7Skip buttons (:, 9 SKIP)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
8Stop button (∫ STOP)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
9Top menu, Direct navigator button 
(TOP MENU, DIRECT NAVIGATOR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 11
:Cursor buttons (3, 4, 2, 1), Enter button (ENTER) . . . . . . . . . . 7
;Display button (DISPLAY)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Play mode button (PLAY MODE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
?Zoom button (ZOOM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
@Sleep button (SLEEP)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
ASetup button (SETUP)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 19
BDrawer open/close button (< OPEN/CLOSE)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
CNumbered buttons (1–9, 0, S10) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
DSlow/Search buttons (6, 5 SLOW/SEARCH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
EPlay button (1 PLAY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
FPause button (; PAUSE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
GMenu, Play list button (MENU, PLAY LIST)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 11
HReturn button (RETURN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
IAngle/page button (ANGLE/PAGE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 13
JQuick replay button (QUICK REPLAY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
KPosition memory button (POSITION MEMORY). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
LDouble re-master button (DOUBLE RE-MASTER) . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
MDrawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
NFL Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
OStandby/on switch (Í/I) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
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.
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Standby indicator (Í)
When the unit is connected to the AC mains supply, this indicator 
lights up in standby mode and goes out when the unit is turned on.
QDisc indicators (DISC 1 – 5)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
RSkip, Search buttons (4, 5). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
SDisc exchange button (DISC EXCHANGE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
TDisc skip button (DISC SKIP)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
URemote control signal sensor
Control reference guide
CANCEL
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TOP
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DISPLAY
SUBTITLE
PLAY MODEZOOMPOSITION
MEMORY DOUBLE
RE-MASTER
AUDIOANGLE/PAGEQUICK REPLAY
RETURN
MENU
ENTER
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Accessories
Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.
(Only for U.S.A.) To order accessories contact 1-800-332-5368 or web site (http://www.panasonic.com).
(For other areas) To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.
∏1 Remote control
U.S.A. and Canada (N2QAJB000070)
Other areas (N2QAJB000071)
∏1 AC power supply cord
U.S.A. and Canada (RJA0065-A)
Australia and N.Z. (RJA0035-2X)
Asia (RJA0019-2X)∏1 Audio/video cable(K2KA6CA00001)
∏2 Remote control batteries
[Note]The included AC power supply cord is for use with this unit only. Do not 
use it with other equipment.
Before connection≥Disconnect the AC power supply cord.
≥Turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.≥The equipment connections described are examples.
≥Peripheral equipment and optional cables sold separately unless 
otherwise indicated.
This page explains how to connect the unit to a television and set it up so you hear the audio through the television’s speakers. To get the full benefit 
from the powerful multi-channel audio found on DVDs, you should connect an amplifier and speakers.
Connection
Connection to a television
AUDIO
IN
LVIDEO
IN
DIGITAL  AUDIO  OUT(
PCM/BITSTREAM)AUDIO
OUTCOMPONENT VIDEO  OUT(
480P/480I)
VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT
OPTICAL
AC  IN
LY
RP
R
PB
R
Do not place the unit on amplifiers or equipment 
that may become hot.
The heat can damage the unit.
Television
Audio/video cable
(included) red white yellow
red white yellow
Basic connection to a television
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminalThese terminals can be used for either interlace or progressive output (➜ page 7) 
and provide a purer picture than the S VIDEO OUT terminal. Connection using these 
terminals outputs the color difference signals (P
B/PR) and luminance signal (Y) 
separately in order to achieve high fidelity in reproducing colors.The description of 
the component video input terminals depends on the television or monitor (e.g. Y/P
B/
PR, Y/B-Y/R-Y, Y/CB/CR). Connect to terminals of the same color.
[Units\for	he\U.S.A.\and\Canada]
≥After making this connection, change the black level for a better picture.
(➜ page 18, Video—Black Level Control)Video cable (not included) Television’s 
COMPONENT VIDEO 
IN terminals
For better pictures
When making this connection, ensure you connect the audio cables to the corresponding audio input terminals on the television.S video cable (not included)
S VIDEO OUT terminalThe S video terminal achieves a more vivid picture than 
the VIDEO OUT terminal by separating the chrominance 
(C) and luminance (Y) signals. (Actual results depend 
on the television.) Television’s 
S VIDEO IN 
terminal
Connect your unit directly to your television.Do not connect the unit through your video cassette recorder when setting up your home 
entertainment system, because the picture may not be played correctly due to the copy guard. 
						

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Connection
Enjoy the powerful movie theater and hall-like sound available with multiple channel audio found on DVDs by connecting an amplifier and speakers.
∫Recording Output
Digital recording ➜ Connection [A] to digital 
recording equipment
≥With DVD, the following conditions must be met: a the disc doesn’t have 
protection preventing digital recording, and b the recording equipment 
can handle signals with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz.
≥You cannot record WMA/MP3. 
When recording DVDs, make the following settings.
–Advanced surround: OFF (➜ page 17)
–PCM Down Conversion: Yes (➜ page 19)
–Dolby Digital/DTS Digital Surround/MPEG
§: PCM (➜ page 19)§MPEG:  Units for Australia and N.Z.
Analog recording ➜ Connection [B] to a cassette deck 
or other recording equipment
There are no limitations on recording analog signals as there are with digital 
signals.
Conserving powerThis unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off.
[U.S.A.[and\Canada[: approx. 0.6 W
[Other\areas]: approx. 2.8 W 
To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug it 
from the household AC outlet.
Home Theater – Enjoying more powerful sound
DIGITAL  AUDIO  OUT(
PCM/BITSTREAM)AUDIO
OUT
OPTICALL
R
AB
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DIGITAL  AUDIO  OUT(
PCM/BITSTREAM)AUDIO
OUTCOMPONENT VIDEO  OUT(
480P/480I)
VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT
OPTICAL
AC  IN
LY
RP
R
PB
(DVD) IN
Digital connection
Analog connection
Insert fully, with this 
side facing up.
Optical digital audio cable
Do not bend sharply when 
connecting.Amplifier To enjoy multi-channel surround 
sound
Connect an amplifier with a built-in 
decoder or a decoder-amplifier 
combination.
Change the settings in “Digital output” 
(➜page 19).
≥You can only use DTS Digital Surround 
decoders that are compatible with DVD.To enjoy stereo or Dolby Pro Logic
Connect a digital amplifier or system 
component.
Change the settings in “Digital output” 
(➜page 19).To enjoy stereo or Dolby Pro Logic
Connect an analog amplifier or system 
component.
Amplifier or system 
component
Audio cable Speakers (example)
Connect three or more speakers 
for surround sound.
Power connection
AC  IN
AC power supply cord (included)
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Disc information
∫Discs that can be played
§DVD-F61 is not compatible with WMA, JPEG, or HighMAT. References to them apply only to DVD-F65.
Use discs with the above logos and that conform to specifications. The unit cannot play other discs correctly. Do not use irregularly shaped discs (e.g. 
heart-shaped), as these can damage the unit.
It may not be possible to play CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R and DVD-RAM in all cases due to the type of disc or condition of the recording.
∫Discs that cannot be playedDVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, iRW, DVD-RW, CVD, SACD, Divx 
Video Discs, Photo CD, DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from their 
cartridge, 2.6-GB and 5.2-GB DVD-RAM, and “Chaoji VCD” available on 
the market including CVD, DVCD and SVCD that do not conform to 
IEC62107.
∫Region numberThe player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region 
number or “ALL”.
∫Built-in decodersThis unit has Dolby Digital and DTS decoders so you can 
enjoy these systems in stereo without connecting a 
separate decoder.
∫Video systemsUnits for Asia, Australia and N.Z.:
≥This unit can play PAL and NTSC, but your television must match the 
system used on the disc.
≥PAL discs cannot be correctly viewed on an NTSC television.
≥This unit can convert NTSC signals to PAL 60 for viewing on a PAL 
television (➜ page 18, Video—NTSC Disc Output).
≥Output is interlace (576I) when playing PAL discs.
Units for the U.S.A. and Canada:
NTSC is used. This unit converts still pictures on PAL system DVD-Audio 
discs for play on NTSC video systems. The picture is compressed to show 
it in its entirety, but this may cause it to be stretched vertically.
∫Playing DVDs and Video CDsThe producer of these discs can control how they are played so you may 
not always be able to control play as described in these operating 
instructions (for example if the play time is not displayed or if a Video CD 
has menus). Read the disc’s instructions carefully.
∫DVD-RAM discsThe DVD-RAM you can play on this unit are those recorded with DVD 
video recorders, DVD video cameras, personal computers, etc. using 
Version 1.1 of the Video Recording Format (a unified video recording 
standard).
≥Remove discs from their cartridges before use and return them when 
you are finished, making sure that the labels of the disc and cartridge 
face the same way.
≥Some parts of the disc, for example where one program ends and 
another begins, may not play smoothly.
∫DVD-R discsPanasonic DVD-R recorded and finalized on a Panasonic DVD video 
recorder or DVD video camera are played as DVD-Video on this unit.
∫CD-R and CD-RW discsThis unit can play CD-R/RW (audio recording disc) recorded with CD-DA, 
video CD, SVCD (conforming to IEC62107), WMA, MP3, or JPEG. Close 
the session or finalize after recording.
See page 11 for more information about WMA, MP3, and JPEG.
∫HighMAT discsThis unit is compatible with HighMAT discs containing WMA, MP3, and/or 
JPEG files.
∫Disc structureDisc structure and the labels given to the items on discs depend on the 
disc type.
Track:the smallest division on DVD-Audio, CDs, and Video CDs, or a 
single WMA/MP3 file.
Chapter:the smallest division on DVD-Video.
Group:collections of tracks on DVD-Audio and equivalent to folders or 
albums on data discs.
Title:the largest division on DVD-Video, usually an entire movie.
Program:the division on DVD-RAM equivalent to a single recording.
Picture:a single JPEG file.
Play list:the largest grouping on a HighMAT disc, or a group of scenes 
on DVD-RAM.
Scene:DVD-RAM program sections specified and grouped into play 
lists on a DVD video recorder.
Content:covers tracks and pictures on HighMAT discs.
∫To clean discsDVD-Audio, DVD-Video, Video CD, CD
Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe 
dry.
DVD-RAM, DVD-R
≥Clean only with an optional DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner (LF-K200DCA1, 
where available).
≥Never use cloths or cleaners for CDs etc.
∫Handling precautions≥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 attach labels or stickers to discs. (Do not use discs with exposed 
adhesive from tape or left over peeled-off stickers.)
≥Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.
≥Do not use discs printed with label printers available on the market. DVD-RAM DVD-Audio DVD-Video DVD-R SVCD Video CD CD CD-R/RW
Shown as
“DVD-VR” on the 
displayConforming to 
IEC62107`
[RAM] [DVD-A] [DVD-V][VCD][CD]
[WMA]
§ [MP3] 
[JPEG]§
Region Number Example
U.S.A. and 
Canada
1
Asia
3
Australia 
and N.Z.
4
2
4 11ALL
3
6 23ALL
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The remote control
∫Batteries
≥Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control.
≥Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
Do not:≥mix old and new batteries.
≥use different types at the same time.
≥heat or expose to flame.
≥take apart or short circuit.
≥attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
≥use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can damage 
items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.
Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long period of 
time. Store in a cool, dark place.
∫UseAim at the sensor (➜ page 3, Control reference guide), avoiding 
obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m (23 feet) directly in front of the unit.
The QUICK SETUP screen appears when you press [SETUP] the first 
time after purchase and assists you to make necessary settings.
Preparation
Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the 
television to suit the connections for the player.
[1]Press [Í] to turn on the unit.
[2]Press [SETUP] to show the QUICK SETUP 
screen.
e.g. Units for U.S.A. and 
Canada
[3]Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the menu language 
and press [ENTER].
[4]Press [3, 4] to select “Yes” to continue and 
press [ENTER].
[5]Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the item and press 
[ENTER].
≥Audio Language (➜ page 18)
≥Subtitle Language (➜ page 18)
≥TV Aspect (➜ below)
≥Progressive Out (➜ page 18)
[6]Press [ENTER] and then [SETUP] to end the 
settings.
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
To access this screen again later
➜ page 18, Others—QUICK SETUP
∫TV AspectSelect “4:3” (regular) or “16:9” (widescreen) to suit your television.
If you have a regular 4:3 television, you can also select how video on 
some discs is shown (➜ page 18, Video—TV Aspect).
≥4:3 Pan&Scan (Factory preset)
Widescreen software is expanded to fill the screen 
of a 4:3 aspect television (unless prohibited by the 
producer of the disc).
≥4:3 Letterbox
Widescreen software is shown in the letterbox style 
on a 4:3 aspect television.∫To enjoy progressive video1. Connect to the component video input terminals on a 480P 
compatible television. (Video will not be displayed correctly if 
connected to an incompatible television.)
2. In QUICK SETUP, set “Progressive Out” to “Enable”.
3. Change Video output mode to “480P” (➜ page 17).
≥All televisions manufactured by Panasonic and that have 480P input 
connectors are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have 
another brand of television.
≥If the unit is connected to the television through VIDEO OUT or S 
VIDEO OUT, output will be interlace, irrespective of the settings.
R6,  AA, UM-3
Quick setup
[1]
[3]  [4]
[5]  [6][2]  [6]
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Basic play
Preparation
Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the 
television to suit the connections for the player.
[1]Press [Í] to turn on the unit.
[2]Press [
						

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Check the discs loaded and select a disc to play.
1Press [DISC].
Disc type screen
2Press the disc button ([DISC 1] – [DISC 5]).
To clear the screen
Press [DISC].
Press [FL SELECT].Each time you press the button:
[VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3]
The unit usually plays the disc in the play position and then stops. Turn 
sequential play on to play all loaded discs, except for DVDs and JPEG 
discs. 
Press [SEQUENTIAL].Each time you press the button:
SEQ on () SEQ off
≥On the main unit, press [CD SEQUENTIAL].
≥HighMAT menus and Video CD playback control are 
disabled.
≥You cannot change the mode during program or random play.
≥Sequential Mode turns off when you switch the unit to standby.
Main unit only
1Press [DISC EXCHANGE].
The drawer opens and the disc in the play position comes to the 
front-left position. 
2Change the disc in the front-left position.
3Press [DISC EXCHANGE].
You can change the other discs without interrupting play.
Main unit only
1Press [
						

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Navigation menus
These menus help you find items to play.
[CD] (CD text only) [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]
1Press [TOP MENU].
“0” indicates the track currently playing.
2Press [3,4] to select the track or [3, 4, 2, 1] 
to select the picture, and press [ENTER].
To show other pages, press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Prev” or “Next” 
and press [ENTER].
≥After listing all the tracks or pictures in one group, the list for the 
next group appears.
To exit the menu
Press [TOP MENU].
You can use the text information recorded on these discs to find a track to play.While the menu is displayed
1Press [1] while a track 
is highlighted to display 
the contents screen
.
2Press [2, 1] to move 
through the tracks and 
press [ENTER].
To return to the menu
Press [RETURN].Example: finding a track including the word “LOVE”.
While the menu is displayed
1Press [3, 4] to 
select “Find” 
and press 
[ENTER].
2Press [3, 4] to select “L” and press [ENTER].
Only uppercase appear but the search also includes lower case. 
Characters change in alphanumeric order each time you press [3].
≥Press [:, 9] to skip between A, E, I, O and U.
≥Press [2] to erase a character.
≥You can erase the asterisk (¢) to search for the first word in a title.
≥You can enter numbers with the numbered buttons.
Repeat this step to enter “O”, “V”, and “E”.
3Press [1] to select “Find” and press [ENTER].
The search results screen appears.
4Press [3, 4] to select the track and press 
[ENTER].
To return to the menu
Press [RETURN].
While the menu is displayed
1[WMA] [MP3]
Press [1] while a track is highlighted to display 
a tree screen.
[JPEG]
Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Tree” and press 
[ENTER].
2Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a group and press 
[ENTER].
The audio navigation menu/album display for the group appears.
To return to the menu
Press [RETURN]. DVD-F61 is not compatible with WMA, JPEG, or HighMAT. 
References to them apply only to DVD-F65.
Playing WMA/MP3/JPEG and CD text
If the disc contains both audio data (WMA and MP3) and JPEG, 
check “Mixed Disc — Audio & Stills” setting in the SETUP menu 
(➜page 18). Select “Stills (JPEG)” or “Audio (MP3/WMA)”.
To use the contents screen to find a track [CD] (CD text only)
CANCEL
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0
10
DISC1 DISC2 DISC3
DISC4 DISC5
SLEEP
DISCSETUPOPEN/CLOSE
SEQUENTIAL
FL SELECT
GROUP
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
TOP
MENU  
DISPLAYRETURN
MENU
ENTER
PLAY LIST
SKIPSLOW/SEARCH
STOPPLAYPAUSE
TOP MENU, MENU,
PLAY LIST
RETURN :, 9
3, 4, 2, 1
ENTERDIRECT 
NAVIGATOR
DISPLAY
Numbered 
buttons
001 Both Ends Freezing
002 Lady Starfish
003 Life on Jupiter 
004 Metal Glue 
005 Paint It Yellow
006 Pyjamamama
007 Shrimps from Mars
008 Starperson
009 Velvet  Cuppermine
010 Ziggy Starfish
Next Prev
1
2
3
4
5
6 
7
8
9
10    No     Group:  001 My favorite        Tree     
Find
SELECT
ENTER    RETURN
G            1
T             1
Total      1
SELECT
NUMBER09
MENU
Next PrevTree
Group:  001 Penguins    Picture: filename00..
SELECT
ENTER    RETURN
G            1
P             1
Total       1
SELECT
NUMBER09
JPEG ALBUM
7
6
123
4
8
5
9
WMA/MP3 Audio navigation menuJPEG Album display
SELECT
ENTER    RETURN
T    10/14MENContents
Track 10      Title/Artist
         Pink Island
         Long John Platinum          Disc             Title/Artist
        SHIPWRECKED
        ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK
Track title search [CD] (CD text only) [WMA] [MP3]
To use the tree screen to find a group [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]
MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer 
IIS and Thomson multimedia.
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.
Another Pineapple
Board The Golden Ship
Fall In The Frozen SeasonViolet Sky
Pink Island
NextFind Prev
6 
7
8
9
10
SELECT
ENTER    RETURN
SELECT
NUMBER
FindA
TreeG  7/16MP3 music
    001 My favorite
        001 Brazilian pops
        002 Chinese pops
        003 Czech pops
        004 Hungarian pops
        005 Liner notes
        006 Japanese pops
        
007 Mexican pops        008 Philippine pops
        009 Swedish pops
            001 Momoko
    002 Standard number
        001 Piano solo
        002 VocalSELECT
ENTER    RETURN
G           8
T          14
Total  123
SELECT
NUMBER09
MENU
You cannot select groups 
that contain no compatible 
files.