Panasonic Dvd Lv50 Operating Instructions Manual

							Portable DVD/CD Player
Operating Instructions
Model No.DVD-LV50
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This manual was printed with soy based ink.
The region number of this unit is “1”.
You can play DVD-Video marked “1”,
“ALL”, or with a region number including
“1”.
RQT6450-Y
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Example:
Dear customerThank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
For U.S.A. Only
The warranty can be found on pages 38 and 39.
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As an ENERGYSTARRPartner, Panasonic has determined that this 
product meets the ENERGY STARRguidelines for energy efficiency. 
						

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RQT6450
2
RQT6450
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE SCREWS. NO 
USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE
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:Use only Panasonic car adaptor 
DY-DC95.CAUTION!DO NOT INSTALL, OR PLACE THIS UNIT,
IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR
IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. EN-
SURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED.
TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEAT-
ING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY
OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT
THE VENTILATION VENTS.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.CAUTION:
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital 
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reason-
able protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment gen-
erates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accor-
dance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interfer-
ence will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interfer-
ence 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 equip-
ment 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.(Bottom of product)
CAUTION– VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER
    RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
    DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.ATTENTION– RAYONNEMENT LASER VISIBLE ET
    INVISIBLE EN CAS D’OUVERTURE.
    NE PAS REGARDER DANS LE FAISCEAU.
CAUTION!THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS
OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES
OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIA-
TION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT 
REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
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.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of im-
portant operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the litera-
ture accompanying the appliance.
The following mark and symbols are located on
bottom of the unit.
Marking sign is located on bottom of the unit.Batteries1. Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)
1.≥Use this unit to recharge the battery
pack.
1.≥Do not use the battery pack with equip-
ment other than the specified player.
1.≥Do not use the player outside if it is
snowing or raining. (The battery pack is
not waterproof.)
1.≥Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other 
foreign matter on the terminals.
1.≥Do not touch the plug terminals (iand
j) with metal objects.
1.≥Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or
throw into fire.
2. Button-type battery (Lithium battery)
1.≥Insert with poles aligned.
1.≥Do not touch the terminals (iand j)
with metal objects.
1.≥Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or
throw into fire.
1.≥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
1.Check and follow your local regulations
before disposal.
CAUTION:The batteries used in this device may 
present a risk of fire or chemical burn if mis-
treated. Do not disassemble or incinerate the
batteries. Do not heat the batteries above the
following temperatures.
Button-type battery 100oC (212oF)
Battery pack 60oC (140oF)
Do not recharge the button-type battery.
Replace only with Panasonic part number 
indicated below:
Button-type battery(Lithium battery)
(for remote control)CR2025
Battery pack 
(Lithium ion battery pack)CGR-H603
Optional battery pack
(Lithium ion battery pack)CGR-H601
Use of other batteries may present a risk of
fire or explosion.THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE
U.S.A.
Notice:
This product has parts that contains a small
amount of mercury. It also contains lead in
some components. Disposal of these materi-
als may be regulated in your community due
to environmental considerations. For dis-
posal or recycling information please contact
your local authorities, or the Electronics
Industries Alliance: 
A lithium ion/polymer battery that is 
recyclable powers the product you have 
purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY
for information on how to recycle this battery.
RBRC
Li-ion
TM
AC adaptorThis AC adaptor operates on AC between
100 V and 240 V.
But
≥In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC power
supply cord must be connected to a 120 V
AC power supply only.
≥When connecting to an AC supply outside
of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug 
adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration.
≥When connecting to a supply of greater
than AC 125 V, ensure the cord you use is
suited to the voltage of the AC supply and
the rated current of the AC adaptor.
≥Contact an electrical parts distributor for
assistance in selecting a suitable AC plug
adaptor or AC cord set. 
						

							3
RQT6450
2
RQT6450
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE SCREWS. NO 
USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE
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:Use only Panasonic car adaptor 
DY-DC95.CAUTION!DO NOT INSTALL, OR PLACE THIS UNIT,
IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR
IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. EN-
SURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED.
TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEAT-
ING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY
OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT
THE VENTILATION VENTS.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.CAUTION:
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital 
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reason-
able protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment gen-
erates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accor-
dance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interfer-
ence will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interfer-
ence 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 equip-
ment 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.(Bottom of product)
CAUTION– VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER
    RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
    DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.ATTENTION– RAYONNEMENT LASER VISIBLE ET
    INVISIBLE EN CAS D’OUVERTURE.
    NE PAS REGARDER DANS LE FAISCEAU.
CAUTION!THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS
OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES
OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIA-
TION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT 
REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
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.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of im-
portant operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the litera-
ture accompanying the appliance.
The following mark and symbols are located on
bottom of the unit.
Marking sign is located on bottom of the unit.Batteries1. Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)
1.≥Use this unit to recharge the battery
pack.
1.≥Do not use the battery pack with equip-
ment other than the specified player.
1.≥Do not use the player outside if it is
snowing or raining. (The battery pack is
not waterproof.)
1.≥Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other 
foreign matter on the terminals.
1.≥Do not touch the plug terminals (iand
j) with metal objects.
1.≥Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or
throw into fire.
2. Button-type battery (Lithium battery)
1.≥Insert with poles aligned.
1.≥Do not touch the terminals (iand j)
with metal objects.
1.≥Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or
throw into fire.
1.≥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
1.Check and follow your local regulations
before disposal.
CAUTION:The batteries used in this device may 
present a risk of fire or chemical burn if mis-
treated. Do not disassemble or incinerate the
batteries. Do not heat the batteries above the
following temperatures.
Button-type battery 100oC (212oF)
Battery pack 60oC (140oF)
Do not recharge the button-type battery.
Replace only with Panasonic part number 
indicated below:
Button-type battery(Lithium battery)
(for remote control)CR2025
Battery pack 
(Lithium ion battery pack)CGR-H603
Optional battery pack
(Lithium ion battery pack)CGR-H601
Use of other batteries may present a risk of
fire or explosion.THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE
U.S.A.
Notice:
This product has parts that contains a small
amount of mercury. It also contains lead in
some components. Disposal of these materi-
als may be regulated in your community due
to environmental considerations. For dis-
posal or recycling information please contact
your local authorities, or the Electronics
Industries Alliance: 
A lithium ion/polymer battery that is 
recyclable powers the product you have 
purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY
for information on how to recycle this battery.
RBRC
Li-ion
TM
AC adaptorThis AC adaptor operates on AC between
100 V and 240 V.
But
≥In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC power
supply cord must be connected to a 120 V
AC power supply only.
≥When connecting to an AC supply outside
of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug 
adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration.
≥When connecting to a supply of greater
than AC 125 V, ensure the cord you use is
suited to the voltage of the AC supply and
the rated current of the AC adaptor.
≥Contact an electrical parts distributor for
assistance in selecting a suitable AC plug
adaptor or AC cord set. 
						

							5
RQT6450
Getting Started
4
RQT6450
Getting Started
Listening caution
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 tempora-
rily 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.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your
hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher 
volumes of sound. So what sounds “normal”
can actually be loud and harmful to your
hearing.
Guard against this by setting your equipment
at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.
To establish a safe level:
≥Start your volume control at a low setting.
≥Slowly increase the sound until you can
hear it comfortably and clearly, and without
distortion.
Once you have established a comfortable
sound level:
≥Set the dial and leave it there.
EST. 1924
Accessories
Please check and identify the
supplied accessories.
Use numbers indicated in
parentheses when asking for
replacement parts.
(For U.S.A.)
To order accessories contact 
1-800-332-5368 or web site
(http://www.panasonic.com).
(For Canada)
To order accessories, call the dealer from
whom you have made your purchase.
∏Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
∏(N2QAHC000012)
∏Button-type battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
∏for remote control 
∏(for replacement, see below)
∏Audio/video cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
∏(RJL3X001X15)
∏AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
∏(DE-891AA)
∏AC power supply cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
∏(RJA0065-A)
∏Rechargeable battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . 1
∏(for replacement, see below)
Optional accessories:
Button-type battery (CR2025)
Replacement rechargeable battery pack 
(CGR-H603:
Available from Panasonic dealers.)
Optional rechargeable battery pack (CGR-H601)
Car stereo cassette adaptor (RP-CC20)
Car adaptor (DY-DC95)
Mini optical digital audio cable (RP-CA2120)
S video cable 
(RFX4139:
Available from Panasonic dealers.)
Available only in U.S.A.
Carrying case (RP-SB220)
Headphones (RP-HC100 or RP-HC70)
Note
The included AC power supply cord and AC
adaptor are for use with this unit only. Do not use
them with other equipment.
Table of contents
Getting Started
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 04
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . 06
Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 07
Disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08
The remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09
Basic Operations
Adjusting the angle of the LCD . . . . . . . . . . 12
Basic play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
≥When a menu screen appears . . . . . . . . . . . 13
≥Resume function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Selecting programs to play —
DIRECT NAVIGATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Using the play list menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
≥Playing a play list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
≥Playing specific scenes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Convenient features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
≥Skipping items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
≥Fast forward and rewind—SEARCH . . . . . . 16
≥Slow-motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
≥Frame-by-frame viewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Advanced Operations
Changing the monitor settings . . . . . . . . . . 22
≥Adjusting color intensity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
≥Changing the size of the picture . . . . . . . . . 22
≥Adjusting the brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Using On-Screen Menu Icons . . . . . . . . . . . 23
≥Common procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
≥Progress indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
≥Disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
≥Unit information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Reference
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.). . . . . 38Power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
≥AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
≥Battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
≥Car adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
≥Starting play from a selected program, 
title, or track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
≥Repeat play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
≥Virtual surround with speakers and 
headphones 
(ADVANCED SURROUND) . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Using menus to play MP3 discs and 
CD text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
≥Menu play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
≥Finding a track to play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Changing the play sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
≥Program play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
≥Random play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Changing soundtracks, subtitle 
languages and angles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Changing settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
≥Common procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
≥Entering a password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
≥Digital output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Using this unit with other equipment . . . . . 29
≥Enjoying more powerful sound . . . . . . . . . . . 29
≥Using this unit with a television . . . . . . . . . . 30
≥Recording to digital recording equipment or
cassette tapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Using headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Customer Services Directory 
(ONLY FOR U.S.A.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Language code list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Operations in these instructions are 
described mainly with the main unit, but you
can do the operations on the remote control if
the controls are the same (
➡page 7). 
						

							5
RQT6450
Getting Started
4
RQT6450
Getting Started
Listening caution
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 tempora-
rily 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.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your
hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher 
volumes of sound. So what sounds “normal”
can actually be loud and harmful to your
hearing.
Guard against this by setting your equipment
at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.
To establish a safe level:
≥Start your volume control at a low setting.
≥Slowly increase the sound until you can
hear it comfortably and clearly, and without
distortion.
Once you have established a comfortable
sound level:
≥Set the dial and leave it there.
EST. 1924
Accessories
Please check and identify the
supplied accessories.
Use numbers indicated in
parentheses when asking for
replacement parts.
(For U.S.A.)
To order accessories contact 
1-800-332-5368 or web site
(http://www.panasonic.com).
(For Canada)
To order accessories, call the dealer from
whom you have made your purchase.
∏Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
∏(N2QAHC000012)
∏Button-type battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
∏for remote control 
∏(for replacement, see below)
∏Audio/video cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
∏(RJL3X001X15)
∏AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
∏(DE-891AA)
∏AC power supply cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
∏(RJA0065-A)
∏Rechargeable battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . 1
∏(for replacement, see below)
Optional accessories:
Button-type battery (CR2025)
Replacement rechargeable battery pack 
(CGR-H603:
Available from Panasonic dealers.)
Optional rechargeable battery pack (CGR-H601)
Car stereo cassette adaptor (RP-CC20)
Car adaptor (DY-DC95)
Mini optical digital audio cable (RP-CA2120)
S video cable 
(RFX4139:
Available from Panasonic dealers.)
Available only in U.S.A.
Carrying case (RP-SB220)
Headphones (RP-HC100 or RP-HC70)
Note
The included AC power supply cord and AC
adaptor are for use with this unit only. Do not use
them with other equipment.
Table of contents
Getting Started
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 04
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . 06
Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 07
Disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08
The remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09
Basic Operations
Adjusting the angle of the LCD . . . . . . . . . . 12
Basic play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
≥When a menu screen appears . . . . . . . . . . . 13
≥Resume function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Selecting programs to play —
DIRECT NAVIGATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Using the play list menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
≥Playing a play list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
≥Playing specific scenes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Convenient features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
≥Skipping items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
≥Fast forward and rewind—SEARCH . . . . . . 16
≥Slow-motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
≥Frame-by-frame viewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Advanced Operations
Changing the monitor settings . . . . . . . . . . 22
≥Adjusting color intensity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
≥Changing the size of the picture . . . . . . . . . 22
≥Adjusting the brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Using On-Screen Menu Icons . . . . . . . . . . . 23
≥Common procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
≥Progress indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
≥Disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
≥Unit information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Reference
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.). . . . . 38Power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
≥AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
≥Battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
≥Car adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
≥Starting play from a selected program, 
title, or track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
≥Repeat play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
≥Virtual surround with speakers and 
headphones 
(ADVANCED SURROUND) . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Using menus to play MP3 discs and 
CD text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
≥Menu play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
≥Finding a track to play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Changing the play sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
≥Program play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
≥Random play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Changing soundtracks, subtitle 
languages and angles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Changing settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
≥Common procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
≥Entering a password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
≥Digital output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Using this unit with other equipment . . . . . 29
≥Enjoying more powerful sound . . . . . . . . . . . 29
≥Using this unit with a television . . . . . . . . . . 30
≥Recording to digital recording equipment or
cassette tapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Using headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Customer Services Directory 
(ONLY FOR U.S.A.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Language code list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Operations in these instructions are 
described mainly with the main unit, but you
can do the operations on the remote control if
the controls are the same (
➡page 7). 
						

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RQT6450
Getting Started
6
RQT6450
Getting Started
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 safe-
ty. 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 per-
sonnel. Servicing is required when the appa-
ratus 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.
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;
≥Where the temperature is below 5oC (41oF) or above 35oC (95 oF). (Operating the unit be-
yond this range can cause the protection circuitry to function and render the unit inoperable.)
≥Sandy places such as beaches.
≥On top of cushions, sofas, or hot equipment such as amplifiers.
Do not rest the unit on your lap for a long time while using it. The unit can become hot
and cause burns.
Control reference guide
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15-inch wide screen LCD
2Colour button (COLOUR). . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3Bright button (BRIGHT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
4Monitor button (MONITOR) . . . . . . . . . . 22
5Monaural speaker
6Headphone jack (Ë) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
7Skip/Slow/Search buttons 
(:, 9) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
8Disc lid switch (2OPEN) . . . . . . . . . . . 13
9Repeat button (REPEAT) . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
:Remote control signal sensor
;Charge indicator (CHG) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Pause button (;) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
?Top menu button 
(TOP MENU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 14, 18
@Menu button (MENU) . . . . . . . . . 13, 15, 27
AReturn button (RETURN) . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
BDisplay button (DISPLAY) . . . . . . . . 11, 23
CCursor jockey (3, 4, 2, 1)/
Enter button (ENTER) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Slide the cursor jockey in the direction you
want to move the cursor.
DPlay/On button (1, – ON) . . . . . . . . . . . 13
EStop/Off button (∫, – OFF) . . . . . . . . . . 13
FSetup button (SETUP) . . . . . . . . . . . 27, 31
GStandby/on switch (Í). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
HStop button (∫) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
INumbered buttons (1–9, 0, S10) . . . . . . 13
JSlow/Search buttons (6, 5) . . . . . . 16
KPlay mode button (PLAY MODE) . . . . . 20
LPlay button (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
MAngle button (ANGLE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
NSubtitle button (SUBTITLE) . . . . . . . . . . 21
OAudio button (AUDIO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
PAdvanced surround button 
(A.SRD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
QCancel button (CANCEL) . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
RSkip buttons (:, 9) . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Buttons such as >function the same as the 
controls on the unit. 
						

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RQT6450
Getting Started
6
RQT6450
Getting Started
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 safe-
ty. 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 per-
sonnel. Servicing is required when the appa-
ratus 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.
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;
≥Where the temperature is below 5oC (41oF) or above 35oC (95 oF). (Operating the unit be-
yond this range can cause the protection circuitry to function and render the unit inoperable.)
≥Sandy places such as beaches.
≥On top of cushions, sofas, or hot equipment such as amplifiers.
Do not rest the unit on your lap for a long time while using it. The unit can become hot
and cause burns.
Control reference guide
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ON –
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VOLAUDIO
OPT OUTOP
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TOP MENU
MENU
RETURN
DISPLAY
ENTER
–
ON –
OFF
89:
7

∫
5 6:9;1
13
46
790 8 5 2
S10
A.SRD
SETUP
ENTER
PLAY MODE
SUBTITLEDISPLAY TOP MENU
AUDIO ANGLE
RETURN MENU
CANCEL
L
NM
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15-inch wide screen LCD
2Colour button (COLOUR). . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3Bright button (BRIGHT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
4Monitor button (MONITOR) . . . . . . . . . . 22
5Monaural speaker
6Headphone jack (Ë) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
7Skip/Slow/Search buttons 
(:, 9) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
8Disc lid switch (2OPEN) . . . . . . . . . . . 13
9Repeat button (REPEAT) . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
:Remote control signal sensor
;Charge indicator (CHG) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Pause button (;) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
?Top menu button 
(TOP MENU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 14, 18
@Menu button (MENU) . . . . . . . . . 13, 15, 27
AReturn button (RETURN) . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
BDisplay button (DISPLAY) . . . . . . . . 11, 23
CCursor jockey (3, 4, 2, 1)/
Enter button (ENTER) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Slide the cursor jockey in the direction you
want to move the cursor.
DPlay/On button (1, – ON) . . . . . . . . . . . 13
EStop/Off button (∫, – OFF) . . . . . . . . . . 13
FSetup button (SETUP) . . . . . . . . . . . 27, 31
GStandby/on switch (Í). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
HStop button (∫) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
INumbered buttons (1–9, 0, S10) . . . . . . 13
JSlow/Search buttons (6, 5) . . . . . . 16
KPlay mode button (PLAY MODE) . . . . . 20
LPlay button (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
MAngle button (ANGLE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
NSubtitle button (SUBTITLE) . . . . . . . . . . 21
OAudio button (AUDIO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
PAdvanced surround button 
(A.SRD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
QCancel button (CANCEL) . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
RSkip buttons (:, 9) . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Buttons such as >function the same as the 
controls on the unit. 
						

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RQT6450
Getting Started
8
RQT6450
Getting Started∫Discs that cannot be playedDVD-Audio, PAL discs, DVD-RAM (2.6 GB,
TYPE 1), DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G,
iRW, DVD-RW, CVD, SVCD, SACD, Divx
Video Discs and Photo CD.
∫DVDs that can be played
You can play discs with these
symbols.
∫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 instruc-
tions. Read the disc’s instructions carefully.
∫CD-R and CD-RW discsThis unit can play CD-R and CD-RW if they are
formatted as CD-DA (digital audio) or video CD
and finalized
§.
∫DVD-R discsPanasonic DVD-R recorded and finalized§on a
Panasonic DVD video recorder are played as
DVD-Video on this unit.
§A process that allows play on compatible 
equipment.
Disc information
DVD-RAMDVD-VideoDVD-RAudio CDVideo CD
[RAM][DVD-V][CD]§[VCD]
Type
Capacity
Recording
format
≥Non-cartridge discs
≥Discs that can be removed
from their cartridges 
(TYPE 2 and 4)
≥12 cm (5q) 9.4 GB 
≥(double-sided) and 
≥4.7 GB (single-sided)
≥8 cm (3q) 2.8 GB 
(double-sided)
Discs recorded with DVD video
recorders, DVD video cameras,
personal computers, etc., using
Version 1.1 of the Video
Recording (VR) Format 
(a unified video recording
standard).
≥Remove TYPE 2 and 4 discs from their car-
tridges before use, then return them when you
are finished. Read the instructions for the disc
carefully.
≥Some parts of the disc, for example where one
program ends and another begins, may not
play smoothly.
Note
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.
∫To clean discsDVD-Video, CD, Video CD
Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
DVD-RAM, DVD-R
≥Clean only with DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner
available as an optional accessory, part 
number LF-K200DCA1.
≥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.
The remote control
∫Battery (Lithium battery)
12
3
Face +upwards.Indication used in instructions
§Including CD-R/RW and discs recorded with MP3.
Do not use irregularly shaped discs (e.g. heart-shaped), as these can damage the unit.∫Use
∫DVD-RAM discs
DVD-RAM discs must meet the following condi-
tions for this unit to be able to play them.
∫Discs that can be played
Aim at the sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a 
maximum range of 7 m (23 feet) directly in front
of the unit.
30°30°
Remote
control signal
sensor
7 m 
(23 feet) 
						

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Getting Started
8
RQT6450
Getting Started∫Discs that cannot be playedDVD-Audio, PAL discs, DVD-RAM (2.6 GB,
TYPE 1), DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G,
iRW, DVD-RW, CVD, SVCD, SACD, Divx
Video Discs and Photo CD.
∫DVDs that can be played
You can play discs with these
symbols.
∫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 instruc-
tions. Read the disc’s instructions carefully.
∫CD-R and CD-RW discsThis unit can play CD-R and CD-RW if they are
formatted as CD-DA (digital audio) or video CD
and finalized
§.
∫DVD-R discsPanasonic DVD-R recorded and finalized§on a
Panasonic DVD video recorder are played as
DVD-Video on this unit.
§A process that allows play on compatible 
equipment.
Disc information
DVD-RAMDVD-VideoDVD-RAudio CDVideo CD
[RAM][DVD-V][CD]§[VCD]
Type
Capacity
Recording
format
≥Non-cartridge discs
≥Discs that can be removed
from their cartridges 
(TYPE 2 and 4)
≥12 cm (5q) 9.4 GB 
≥(double-sided) and 
≥4.7 GB (single-sided)
≥8 cm (3q) 2.8 GB 
(double-sided)
Discs recorded with DVD video
recorders, DVD video cameras,
personal computers, etc., using
Version 1.1 of the Video
Recording (VR) Format 
(a unified video recording
standard).
≥Remove TYPE 2 and 4 discs from their car-
tridges before use, then return them when you
are finished. Read the instructions for the disc
carefully.
≥Some parts of the disc, for example where one
program ends and another begins, may not
play smoothly.
Note
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.
∫To clean discsDVD-Video, CD, Video CD
Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
DVD-RAM, DVD-R
≥Clean only with DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner
available as an optional accessory, part 
number LF-K200DCA1.
≥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.
The remote control
∫Battery (Lithium battery)
12
3
Face +upwards.Indication used in instructions
§Including CD-R/RW and discs recorded with MP3.
Do not use irregularly shaped discs (e.g. heart-shaped), as these can damage the unit.∫Use
∫DVD-RAM discs
DVD-RAM discs must meet the following condi-
tions for this unit to be able to play them.
∫Discs that can be played
Aim at the sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a 
maximum range of 7 m (23 feet) directly in front
of the unit.
30°30°
Remote
control signal
sensor
7 m 
(23 feet) 
						

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Getting Started
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RQT6450
Getting Started
∫To confirm the battery charge
Power supply
DC IN 9V
1
2
3
Household AC outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
%DC IN 9 V
The unit is in the standby condition (the [Í]
indicator lights) when the AC power supply
cord is connected. The primary circuit is 
always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is
connected to an electrical outlet.
≥The illustrations show connection for the in-
cluded rechargeable battery pack (CGR-H603).
Connect the optional rechargeable battery pack
(CGR-H601) in the same way.
≥Charge the battery packs before using them for
the first time.
∫To attach
FullLow Recharge
Battery pack 
(included and optional) 
(Lithium ion battery pack)
AC adaptor
∫When the unit is not going to be
used for a long time
The unit consumes 0.9 W when in standby
mode.
To conserve power, disconnect the AC power
supply cord from the AC outlet.
∫Approximate recharging and
play times in hours
(Actual times depend on operating conditions.
Times for the optional rechargeable battery pack
are shown in parentheses.)
Recharging
[Í] goes out
[CHG] lights
Recharging is complete when [CHG] goes
out. ([Í] lights.)
Disconnect the AC power supply cord and
AC adaptor.
Recharging[at 20oC(68oF)]
4 (6)
LCD
brightness
level
j5
0 (factory
preset)
5
LCD on
2.5 (4)
2 (3.5)
1.5 (3)
LCD off
3 (6)
Play time
≥To change the LCD brightness (➡page 22).
∫If play time dramatically reduces
after recharging
The battery pack has reached the end of its ser-
vice life (it can be recharged about 300 times). This unit
(Left side)∫To recharge 
∫(When the unit is off)
Connect to the household AC outlet while the
battery pack is attached (see left).
1
This unit (Bottom)Battery pack
2Slide the pack so it clicks and locks into
place.
∫To detach
2
1Slide and hold the latch in position.
Car adaptor (optional)
Note
≥Read the car adaptor’s operating instructions carefully.
≥In the interests of the traffic safety, do not perform operations on the unit or view video software while
driving a vehicle.
≥You can enjoy sound through your car audio system by connecting a car stereo cassette adaptor
(➡page 4) to this unit’s headphone jack.
DC IN 9V
DC IN 9VTo the cigarette
lighter socket  Car adaptor
Part number DY-DC95 This unit (Left side)When the unit is on, press [DISPLAY].
The battery display appears on the LCD for a few
seconds to show the approximate remaining
charge.
(Appears automatically when there is 
f
a few minutes of charge remaining.)----------}
≥Press [RETURN] to clear the on-screen menu
icons.
∫If the unit is not to be used for a
long time
≥Detach the battery pack. (Even if the unit is off,
it still uses some power. This can lead to over 
discharging of the battery and malfunction.)
≥Recharge the battery pack when you are ready
to use it again.
TOP MENUMENURETURNDISPLAY–
ON –
OFF
REPEAT
ENTERVIDEO
V
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OPT O
UT
OPEN
CHGÍ
ENTER
RETURN
DISPLAY