Panasonic Dvd Lx97 Operating Instructions Manual

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FM transmitter
You can enjoy listening to discs or SD cards through your FM radio channel (e.g. car stereo) by 
transmitting audio signals from this unit.
pThe FM transmitter can also be used with normal FM radio-equipped devices.
To turn off the FM transmitter : Press [FM-TM] and then []to select “OFF”.
To exit the screen: Press [FM-TM].
Preparation: Unplug headphones and audio/video cable from the unit.
pWhen connected, the FM transmitter will not work.
When this has not been...

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Using this unit with other equipment
Turn off all equipment before connecting and read the appropriate operating instructions.
Enjoying with 5.1ch audio
pChange “PCM Digital Output”, “Dolby Digital”, and “DTS Digital Surround” (➜page 27).p[DVD-A] Output will be only 2 channels.
Enjoying with 2ch audio
Enjoying with a television
Connect the video output from this unit directly to the television.
pThe unit’s speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not place the unit near televisions,...

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Tips for making data discs
pIf groups were created away from the root like “002 group” in the illustration below, the eighth one 
and onwards is displayed on the same vertical line in the menu screen.
pThere may be differences in the display order on the menu screen and computer screen.pThis unit cannot play files recorded using packet write (➜ page 35, Glossary).
Naming folders and files
(Files are treated as contents and folders are treated as 
groups on this unit.)
At the time of...

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Specifications
Operating temperature range:K5 to K35QC (K41 to K95QF)
Operating humidity range:
5 to 85 % RH (no condensation)
Discs played [8 cm (3 \) or 12 cm (5 \)]:
(1) DVD (DVD-Video, DVD-Audio)
(2)
DVD-RAM (DVD-VR, JPEGa4, 6, 7, MP3a2, 6,
MPEG4a5, 6)(3) DVD-R (DVD-Video, DVD-VR,
JPEGa4, 6, 7, MP3a2, 6, MPEG4a5, 6)
(4) DVD-R DL (DVD-Video, DVD-VR)
(5) DVD-RW (DVD-Video, DVD-VR, 
JPEG
a4, 6, 7, MP3a2, 6, MPEG4a5, 6)
(6)KR/RW (Video)
(7)KR DL (Video)
(8) CD, CD-R/RW [CD-DA, Video-CD,...

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Frequently asked questions
Reference pages are shown in parentheses.
What kind of equipment is 
necessary to enjoy 5.1ch 
audio?Connect to an AV amplifier (that has 5.1ch audio output terminals) 
displaying the Dolby Digital/DTS logo. (32)
[DVD-A]: This unit plays DVD-Audio in 2 channels. You cannot play 
multi channel surround sound.
Can I play a DVD-Video 
bought in another country?You can play if the region number includes “1” or “ALL” and the 
video standard is NTSC. Check the disc...

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Troubleshooting guide
Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or 
if the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to the “Customer Services Directory” on 
page 41 if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to the “Product information” on page 41 if you reside in Canada. 
In other areas, consult your dealer for instructions. (Reference pages are shown in parentheses.)
The following do not indicate...

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The on-screen menu shows 
“2” as a soundtrack option 
when [AUDIO] is pressed, 
but the audio does not 
change. 
[DVD-A]
pEven if a second soundtrack isn’t recorded, two numbers will 
normally be shown.
Play restarts from the 
beginning of the track 
when soundtrack is 
changed. [DVD-A]
pThis is normal on DVD-Audio.
Subtitle position is wrong.pAdjust the position. (“Subtitle Position” in Display Menu) (25)No subtitles.pDisplay the subtitles. (18)
The subtitles overlap closed 
captions...

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Troubleshooting guide
Effects do not work.pNone of the audio effects work when the unit is connected through 
the digital optical cable and is outputting bitstream signals. (32)
pSome audio effects do not work or have less effect with some discs.pH.Bass, Advanced Surround, Multi Re-master and Sound 
Enhancement do not work if you have changed the play speed.
No sound from other speakers.pCheck all connections and settings. (32)No sound when you 
change the play speed.pThere may be a pause in...

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Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA)
Panasonic Canada Inc.
PANASONIC/TECHNICS PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY
Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and 
agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.
Technics Audio Product One (1) year, parts and labour
Panasonic Audio & DVD Product One (1) year, parts and labour
Accessories including rechargeable batteries Ninety (90) days
In-home Service...

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Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.)
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North 
America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, 
New Jersey 07094Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, 
Puerto Rico 00985
Panasonic DVD Player Limited WarrantyLimited Warranty CoverageIf your product does not work properly because of a defect in 
materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics 
Company or 
Panasonic...