Panasonic Dvd H2000 Operating Instructions Manual

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DVD AUDIO/VIDEO PLAYER
Operating Instructions
Model No. DVD-H2000
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read
these instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
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The servicenter list and warranty can be found
on pages 42 and 43.
AUDIO/
VIDEO
This manual was printed with soy based ink.En las páginas 44 y 45 hay una guía de refe-
rencia rápida en español.
This unit responds to the region number information on
DVD-Video. The unit can only play DVD-Video if the re-
gion number of the disc matches the region number of
this unit.
See page 6 for details. 
						

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AC power supply cord . . . . . . . . . . .  1
(VJA0488)
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).
(Only for Canada)
To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.

Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1
(N2QAJB000015)
Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2
for remote control

AV cable set
(1 audio cable and 1 video
cable) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1
(VFA0156)
Note
The included AC power supply cord is for use with this unit only.
Do not use it with other equipment.

Professional  commander . . . . . . . . .  1
(N2QAFC000004)
Button-type battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1
(Inside the professional commander.
Pull out the vinyl separator before use.)
(Replacement ➡ page 9)

	

Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.

BNC–RCA adaptor plug . . . . . . . . . .  3
(K2RB063E0001)
The model number and serial number of this product can be
found on either the back or the bottom of the unit.
Please note them in the space provided below and keep for
future reference.
MODEL NUMBER!DVD-H2000
SERIAL NUMBER
User memo:
DATE OF PURCHASEDEALER NAMEDEALER ADDRESS
TELEPHONE NUMBER 
						

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Getting started
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Getting started
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
SAFETY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . 15
Disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
The remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Connection to a television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  10
Selecting TV screen type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11
Basic operations
Basic play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  12Resume  function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  13
Starting play from a selected program, title, or track . . . . . . . .  13
Skipping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  14
Frame-by-frame  viewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  14
Fast forward and rewind — SEARCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  14
Slow-motion play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  14
Selecting  still  pictures — Page  Skip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  15
Selecting groups to play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  15
To enjoy even higher quality sound — AUDIO ONLY . . .  15
Advanced operations
Marking places to play again—MARKER . . . . .  16
Changing the play sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  17
All group play/Random play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  17
Program play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  18
Television operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  19
Playing the programs on DVD-RAM . . . . . . . . . .  20
Selecting programs to play — DIRECT NAVIGATOR . . . . . . . .  20
Using the play list menu to play specific scenes . . . . . . . . . . .  21
Repeat play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  22Repeat play/A-B repeat play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  22
Increasing your enjoyment of movies and
music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  23
Enjoying virtual surround effects with 2 speakers or
headphones (ADVANCED SURROUND 
) . . . . . . . .  23
Improving CD sound — RE-MASTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  23
Changing the sound quality — DIGITAL FILTER . . . . . . .  23
Changing soundtracks, subtitle languages
and angles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  24
Using On-Screen Menu Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  25
Common procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  25
Icons  for  disc  information/Shuttle  screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  26
Icons for unit information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  27
Changing settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  30Common procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  30
Summary  of  settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  31
Entering a password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  32
Speaker  setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  33
Digital output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  34
Table of contents
Home Theater
Home Theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  35
Connecting an amplifier with 5.1-channel audio input
terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  36
Connecting an amplifier with a built-in decoder or a decoder-
amplifier  combination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  36
Connecting an analog amplifier or system component . . . . . .  37
Connecting a digital amplifier or system component . . . . . . . .  37
Recording to MDs or cassette tapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  37
Reference
Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  38
Disc handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  40
Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  40
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  40
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  41
Servicenter List (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) . . . . . . . . .  42
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) . . . . . . . .  43
Guía de referencia rápida en español
(Spanish Quick Reference). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  44
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  46PC
PCPC
PC
PCFunctions you can control with the professional
commander are marked with this icon. 
						

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SAFETY INFORMATION
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 commu-
nications. 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 recep-
tion, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interfer-
ence by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and re-
ceiver.
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. Opera-
tion 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!THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORM-
ANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECI-
FIED 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 EX-
POSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOIS-
TURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT
NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH
AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE AP-
PARATUS.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
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 suffi-
cient 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 ap-
pliance.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
(Inside of product)
RQLS0233
 - 
 - 
 - 
 - 
 - 
 - 
 - 
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 -  - VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM. DANGER(FDA 21 CFR)
(IEC60825-1)VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. CAUTIONRAYONNEMENT LASER VISIBLE ET INVISIBLE EN CAS D’OUVERTURE.
EXPOSITION DANGEREUSE AU FAISCEAU.ATTENTIONSYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING.
UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING.ADVARSELAVATTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYVÄÄ JA NÄKYMÄTÖN
LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.VA R O !SYNLIG OCH OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL 
ÄR ÖPPNAD. BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN.VARNING
SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES.
UNNGÅ EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.ADVARSELSICHTBARE UND UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN ABDECKUNG
GEÖFFNET. NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.VORSICHT
CAUTION:
The batteries used in this device may present a risk of fire or
chemical burn if mistreated. Do not disassemble or incinerate
the batteries. Do not heat the batteries above the following
temperatures.
Button-type battery  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 C (212 F)
Do not recharge the button-type battery. Replace only with
Panasonic part number indicated below:
Button-type battery (Lithium battery)
(for remote control)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CR2025
Use of other batteries may present a risk of fire or explosion.
Batteries
1. Button-type battery (Lithium battery)Insert with poles aligned.
Do not touch the terminals ( and ) 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.
2. Disposing of the batteriesCheck and follow your local regulations before disposal. 
						

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Safety
1. Power source—Connect the unit to a power source of the type
described in these instructions or as marked on the unit.
2. Grounding—The unit is equipped with a three-pinned power
plug, the extra pin being for grounding. This plug fits only into a
grounding-type outlet. If cannot insert the plug into your outlet,
contact an electrician to replace the obsolete outlet. Do not at-
tempt to defeat the safety purpose of the plug.
3. Power cord protection—Route the AC power supply cord so
that it will not be walked on or pinched by items placed on or
against it. Never take hold of the plug or cord with wet hands.
Always grasp the plug body firmly when connecting and discon-
necting it.
4. Overloading—When connecting the AC power supply cord, be
careful not to overload the household AC outlet, extension cord,
or outlet from any other device as this can result in fire or electric
shock.
5. Nonuse periods—Turn the unit off when it is not in use. Unplug
the unit from the household AC outlet if it is not to be used for a
long time. Unplug the unit during lightning storms.
6. Attachments and accessories—Use only the attachments and
accessories recommended in these operating instructions.
Installation
Placement
1. Ventilation—Situate the unit so that it receives proper ventila-
tion. Do not install in a confined space such as a bookcase or
cabinet. Allow at least 10 cm (4 inches) clearance from the rear
of the unit. To prevent the risk of electric shock or fire due to
overheating ensure curtains and other materials do not obstruct
the unit’s ventilation.
2. Foreign material—Ensure objects and liquids do not get into
the unit. Avoid exposing the unit to excessive smoke, dust, me-
chanical vibration, and shock.
3. Magnetism—Situate the unit away from equipment and devices
that generate strong magnetic fields.
4. Stacking—Do not place heavy objects on top of this unit.
5. Surface—Place the unit on a flat, level surface.
6. Carts and stands—Use the unit only with carts
and stands recommended by the manufacturer.
Move carts with care. Sudden stops, excessive
force, and uneven surfaces can cause carts to
overturn.
7. Wall and ceiling mounting—Do not mount the unit on walls or
ceilings unless specified in the instructions.
Environment
1. Water and moisture—Do not use the unit near water, such as
near a bathtub or swimming pool. Avoid damp basements.
2. Heat—Situate the unit away from heat sources, such as ra-
diators.
Do not situate where temperatures fall below 5 C (41 F) or rise
above 35 C (95 F).
Do not place the unit
on amplifiers or equip-
ment that may become
hot.
The heat can damage the unit.
Maintenance
(See page 40 for details.)
Unplug the unit from the household AC outlet before cleaning.
Clean with a damp cloth.
Do not use abrasive pads, scouring powders, or solvents.
Service
1. Damage requiring service—The unit should be serviced by
qualified service personnel if:
(a) The AC power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
(b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or
(c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or
(d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked
change in performance; or
(e) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.
2. Servicing—Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that de-
scribed in these operating instructions. Refer all other servicing
to authorized servicing personnel.
3. Replacement parts—When parts need replacing ensure the
servicer uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that
have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthor-
ized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other
hazards.
4. Safety check—After repairs or service, ask the servicer to per-
form safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working
condition.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the safety precautions listed
below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. 
						

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 Discs that can be played
Video
system
NTSC
NTSC
(and PAL,
but audio
only)
NTSC
NTSC
—
Disc information
LogoDisc type
DVD-RAM
(4.7 GB)
DVD-
Audio
DVD-
Video
Video CD
Audio CD
Indication
used in
instructions
	









Region
number
—
—
—
—
 Region Management Information
(DVD-Video only)
This unit responds to the Region Management Information recorded
on DVD-Video. This unit’s region number is “1”. You cannot play the
disc if the region number on the DVD-Video does not correspond to
the region number on the unit.
You can play discs with labels containing the region number “1” and
“ALL”. Read the disc’s instructions carefully.
 Playing DVDs and Video CDsThe producer of the material can control how these discs are
played. This means that you may not be able to control play of a disc
with some operations described in these operating instructions.
Read the disc’s instructions carefully.
 DVD-RAM discsDVD-RAM discs must meet the following conditions for this unit to
be able to play them. It may not be possible to play some discs due
to the condition of the recording.1
ALL
3
4 1
Type
Capacity
Recording format
Non-cartridge discs
Discs that can be removed from their
cartridges (TYPE 2)
12 cm 4.7 GB and 8 cm 2.8 GB
Discs 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).
4.7 GB TYPE 2 disc
Note
Remove TYPE 2 discs from their cartridges before use. Read the
instructions for the disc carefully.
Do not allow the disc to become dirty or scratched.
Store discs in their cartridges. Be sure the label of the disc and the
cartridge both face up when replacing the disc.
For your reference
Some parts of the disc, for example where one program ends and
another begins, may not play smoothly.
 Discs that cannot be playedPAL discs (the audio on DVD-Audio can be played), DVD-RAM
(2.6 GB, TYPE 1), DVD-ROM, DVD-R (some DVD-R can be
played), CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, RW, DVD-RW, CVD, SVCD,
SACD, Divx Video Discs and Photo CD.
 DVDs that can be played
This unit has a Dolby Digital decoder so you can play
DVDs with this mark.
This unit has a DTS decoder so you can play DVDs
with this mark.Non-cartridge 4.7 GB 
						

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Structure of the disc (example)
Starting play from a selected chapter
Press the numbered buttons and press [ENTER].
Example: Chapter 23: [2] ➡ [3] ➡ [ENTER]
(Pressing [10] is unnecessary.)
Repeat play
You can use chapter repeat or title repeat.
Program play, random play
You cannot use program play or random play.
MP3 playback
You can use this unit to play MP3 format audio recorded for personal use with a computer etc. onto CD-R or CD-RW. Play may not be
possible in some cases due to the condition of the recording. Discs recorded using MP3 differ to CDs in the following ways.
Display during play
On-Screen Menu Icons for disc information during play
1  2  3  4  5  6  7  8  9
Title
(Album)Title
(Album)PGMGROUPTITLETRACKCHAPPGD.MIX P.PCMMLT.CHHPSPV.S.S.RMTRDVD
VIDEO
AUDIOVR VCD RND A B
-
Current chapter Chapter (Track)
1/  59C0 : 01
Note
Not compatible with multi-session recordings
If you record MP3 onto CD-R/CD-RW over a number of sessions, this unit can play only the recordings made in the first session.
Recordings will not necessarily be played in the order you recorded them. The recordings will be reordered according to their titles:
numbers in numerical order first, upper case in alphabetical order next, and lower case in alphabetical order last.
If you play an MP3 track that includes still picture data, it will take some time before the music itself starts playing and the elapsed time
will not be displayed during this time. Even after the track starts, the correct play time will not be displayed.Elapsed play time
(display only, cannot be changed) Total number of chapters 
						

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Main unit
Page

Standby/on switch (	/I, POWER)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
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.
DIRECT CINEMA PROGRESSIVE indicator
(DIRECT CINEMA PROGRESSIVE)
Lights when playing a disc with progressive signals.
AUDIO ONLY button/indicator (AUDIO ONLY)  . . . . . . . . . 15
Disc tray  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Disc tray open/close button (
)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Stop button ()  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Pause button ()  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Play button ()  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
	Display

Skip buttons (
,
)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Search buttons (,
)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Buttons such as 
 function the same
as the controls on the unit.
Control reference guide
Remote control
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Television operation section  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Top menu and Direct Navigator button
(TOP MENU, DIRECT NAVIGATOR)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 20
Joystick (, , , )/Enter button (ENTER)  . . . . . . . . . . 11
How to operate the joystick
1. Push it up and down, left and right. 2. Press  [ENTER].
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Group button (GROUP)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Page button (PAGE)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Subtitle button (SUBTITLE)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Cancel button (CANCEL)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Headphone and Speaker V.S.S. buttons
(HP-V.S.S.,  SP-V.S.S.)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Text button (TEXT)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Action button (ACTION)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 30
Display button (DISPLAY)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Menu and Play List button (MENU, PLAY LIST)  . . . . . 13, 21
Marker button (MARKER)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Return button (RETURN)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Audio button (AUDIO)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Numbered buttons (1–9, 0, 10)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Angle button (ANGLE)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Play mode button (PLAY MODE)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
A-B repeat button (A-B REPEAT)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
 Repeat mode button (REPEAT MODE)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 
						

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30° 30°
The remote control
Batteries
Insert so the poles ( and ) 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.
If electrolyte leaks from the batteries, consult your dealer.
Wash thoroughly with water if electrolyte comes in contact with any
part of your body.
Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long peri-
od of time. Store in a cool, dark place.
Replace if the unit does not respond to the remote control even
when held close to the front panel.
Use
Remote control signal sensor
7 m (23 feet)
R6,  AA
1
2
Aim at the sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of
7 m (23 feet) directly in front of the unit.
Keep the transmission window and the unit’s sensor free from
dust.
Operation can be affected by strong light sources, such as direct
sunlight, and the glass doors on cabinets.
The operating range of the professional commander is the same
as the remote control.
Do not;put heavy objects on the remote control.
take the remote control apart.
spill liquids onto the remote control. Face () upwards.
CONTRAST
EDGESHARPNESS
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VH-HIGHH-MID
BRIGHTNESS
DIGITAL NOISE REDUCTION
DEFAULT
DIGITAL FILTERRE-MASTER
AUDIO SETTING
VIDEO
SETTING
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AUDIO ONLYDIMMER
COLORGAMMA
3DMOSQUITO
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NOISE
PICTURE MODE
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GROUND
COLOR GAIN
COLOR OFFSET
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Digital filter button (DIGITAL FILTER)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Re-master button (RE-MASTER)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
#Cursor buttons (, , , )
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Contrast button (CONTRAST)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
%Brightness button (BRIGHTNESS)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
&Background NR button (BACK GROUND)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

3D-NR button (3D)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
(Edge button (EDGE)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
)Color gain buttons (COLOR GAIN, R, G, B)  . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
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Color offset buttons (COLOR OFFSET, R, G, B)  . . . . . . . . 29
+FL Dimmer button (DIMMER)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
,Default button (DEFAULT)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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Picture mode button (PICTURE MODE)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
.Gamma button (GAMMA)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
/Color button (COLOR)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
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Block NR button (BLOCK NOISE)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
1Mosquito NR button (MOSQUITO NOISE)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
2Sharpness button (H-MID, SHARPNESS)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
3
High sharpness button (H-HIGH, SHARPNESS)  . . . . . . . . 28
4Vertical sharpness button (V, SHARPNESS)  . . . . . . . . . . . 28
5Tint button (TINT)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Functions you can control with the professional com-
mander are marked with this icon.
Replacing the button-type battery
Replace if the professional commander fails to operate the
unit when used within operating range.
Replacement: CR2025
Check and follow your local regulations when disposing of
the button-type battery. Pinch the clip and slide out.
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							Getting started
RQT5741
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480P COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPBYPR
PBYPR
(PCM/BITSTSTREAM)
RL
OPTICAL COAXIALCENTER SURROUND R/
FRONT RL/
FRONT L
RLSUB-
WOOFERS VIDEO OUT
AC IN
COMPONENT VIDEO OUTVIDEO OUTDIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT5.1 ch 2 ch
AUDIO OUT
2 ch
PRPBY
PRPBY
AUDIO
IN
L
RVIDEO
IN
Connection to a television
Although the audio on most DVDs is designed to be played through six speakers and this unit’s factory settings assume this setup, the following
describes the most basic connections that allow you to enjoy sound through your television’s speakers. To get the full benefit from the powerful
5.1-channel audio found on DVDs, you should connect a receiver and six speakers. Descriptions of this kind of connection start on page 35.
Before connection
Disconnect the AC power supply cord.
Refer to the television’s operating instructions.

	
480P COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal
These are progressive video terminals. To enjoy progressive video
(480P), connect this unit to the component (480P) video input con-
nections on a television that is compatible with the unit’s copy guard
system.
All televisions manufactured by Panasonic and that have 480P in-
put connectors are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you
have another brand of television.
The picture will not be shown if you connect to non-progressive
input terminals.


COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminalConnection using these terminals outputs the color difference sig-
nals (PB/PR) and luminance signal (Y) separately in order to achieve
high fidelity in reproducing colors.
These are 480I interlace output terminals.


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.)
Note
Do not connect to component (480P) video input connectors if
your television is incompatible with this unit’s copy guard system
as the video will not be displayed correctly.
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.
After making connection 
	
 or 

, change the black level for a
better picture (➡ page 31, Video—Black Level Control).
Conserving power
This unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned
off (approx. 2 W ). To save power when the unit is not to be used for
a long time, unplug it from the household AC outlet.
Connect Your Unit Directly To Your Tele-
vision.
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.To
household
AC outlet
(AC 120 V,
60 Hz) Television
AC power
supply cord
(included)
Back of the unit


S VIDEO OUT terminal 

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal
S video cable (not included)
TV’s
S video
input
terminal Video cable
(not included) TV’s component
(480I) video input
terminalsP
R terminal
P
B terminal
Y terminalVideo cable/Audio cable (included)
Yellow (VIDEO)
White (L)
Red (R)
Video cable
(included)
Audio cable
(included) 
	
480P COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal
Video cable
(not included) TV’s component
(480P) video input
terminalsP
R terminal
P
B terminal
Y terminal
BNC–RCA
adaptor plug
(included)
Side view
of the
terminal
Turn clockwise.
Attach the adapter so
the terminal’s protrusion
fits into its hole.BNC–RCA
adaptor plug
(included)
To the AUDIO
IN terminals
on another
piece of
equipment