Panasonic Dvd S53 Operating Instructions Manual

							
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AUDIO OUTON: Audio output is from HDMI AV OUT terminal.OFF: Audio output is not from HDMI AV OUT terminal.RGB RANGESTANDARD
ENHANCED: When the black and white images are not distinct.It only works when the COLOR SPACE ( page 18,  
On-Screen Menu 4) is set to RGB.•
EZ SyncON: The EZ SyncTM “HDAVI ControlTM” is available  ( page 24).OFF
SETTING STATE Display the current setting of the items below
REGISTRATION
Displays the unit’s 
registration code. SHOW CODE: You need this registration code to purchase 
and play DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content 
 ( page 24, About DivX VOD contents).
JPEG TIME To change the slideshow timing
1 SEC to 15 SEC (in 1 unit)     15 SEC to 60 SEC (in 5 unit)60 SEC to 180 SEC (in 30 unit)
“3 SEC” is the factory preset.•FL DIMMERChanges the brightness 
of the unit’s display.BRIGHT   DIM
AUTO: The display is dimmed, but brightens only when you  perform some operations.
AUTO POWER OFF
ON: The unit switches to standby mode after about 30  minutes in the stop mode.OFF
QUICK SETUP SET: Displays the QUICK SETUP settings
DVD-VR/DATA
Select format to play 
DVD-RAM discs.
DVD-VR: To play  on DVD-RAM.
DATA: To play  or   contents on DVD-RAM.
DEFAULTS
This returns all values in 
the Setup menus to the 
default settings.
RESET
The password screen is shown if “RATINGS” ( page 19) is 
set. Please enter the same password and press [ENTER], 
then turn the unit off and on again.
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“OTHERS” menu
Abkhazian:  6566
Afar:   6565
Afrikaans:   6570
Albanian:   8381
Ameharic:  6577
Arabic:   6582
Armenian:   7289
Assamese:   6583
Aymara:   6589
Azerbaijani:   6590
Bashkir:   6665
Basque:   6985
Bengali; Bangla:   6678
Bhutani:   6890
Bihari:   6672
Breton:   6682
Bulgarian:   6671
Burmese:   7789
Byelorussian:   6669
Cambodian:   7577
Catalan:   6765
Chinese:   9072
Corsican:   6779
Croatian:   7282
Czech:   6783
Danish:   6865
Dutch:   7876
English:   6978
Esperanto:   6979
Estonian:   6984
Faroese:   7079
Fiji:   7074
Finnish:   7073
French:   7082
Frisian:   7089
Galician:   7176
Georgian:   7565
German:   6869
Greek:   6976
Greenlandic:   7576
Guarani:   7178
Gujarati:   7185
Hausa:   7265Hebrew:   7387
Hindi:  
7273
Hungarian:   7285
Icelandic:   7383
Indonesian:   7378
Interlingua:   7365
Irish:   7165
Italian:   7384
Japanese:   7465
Javanese:   7487
Kannada:   7578
Kashmiri:   7583
Kazakh:   7575
Kirghiz:   7589
Korean:   7579
Kurdish:   7585
Laotian:   7679
Latin:   7665
Latvian, Lettish:   7686
Lingala:   7678
Lithuanian:   7684
Macedonian:   7775
Malagasy:   7771
Malay:   7783
Malayalam:   7776
Maltese:   7784
Maori:   7773
Marathi:   7782
Moldavian:   7779
Mongolian:   7778
Nauru:   7865
Nepali:   7869
Norwegian:   7879
Oriya:   7982
Pashto, Pushto:   8083
Persian:   7065
Polish:   8076
Portuguese:   8084
Punjabi:   8065
Quechua:   8185
Rhaeto-Romance:   8277
Romanian:   8279
Russian:   8285 Samoan:   8377
Sanskrit:   8365
Scots Gaelic:   7168
Serbian:   8382
Serbo-Croatian:   8372
Shona:  
8378
Sindhi:   8368
Singhalese:   8373
Slovak:   8375
Slovenian:   8376
Somali:   8379
Spanish:   6983
Sundanese:   8385
Swahili:   8387
Swedish:   8386
Tagalog:   8476
Tajik:   8471
Tamil:   8465
Tatar:   8484
Telugu:   8469
Thai:   8472
Tibetan:   6679
Tigrinya:   8473
Tonga:   8479
Turkish:   8482
Turkmen:   8475
Twi:   8487
Ukrainian:   8575
Urdu:   8582
Uzbek:   8590
Vietnamese:   8673
Volapük:   8679
Welsh:   6789
Wolof:   8779
Xhosa:   8872
Yiddish:   7473
Yoruba:   8979
Zulu:   9085
Language code list
Troubleshooting guide
Power
No operation
No response 
when any buttons 
pressed. This unit cannot play discs other than the ones listed in 
these operating instructions. (5)
The unit may not be operating properly due to lightning, 
static electricity or some other external factor. Turn the unit 
off and then back to ON. Alternatively, turn the unit off, 
disconnect the AC power supply cord, and then reconnect it.
Condensation has formed: Wait 1 to 2 hours for it to 
evaporate.•
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No response when 
remote control 
buttons pressed.   Check that the batteries are installed correctly. (9)
The batteries are depleted: Replace them with new ones. (9)
Point the remote control at the remote control sensor and 
operate. 
(10)
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No picture or sound. Check the video or audio connection. 
(7 to 9)
Check the power or input setting of the connected 
equipment.
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You have forgotten 
your ratings 
password.
Reset all the settings 
to Factory Preset. While stopped, remove the disc, and then press and hold 
 [q] (PLAY) and [g] on the unit and then also press and hold 
[POWER 8 ] on the unit until “INITIALIZED” disappears from 
the television. Turn the unit off and on again. All settings will 
return to the default values.
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No power. Insert the AC power supply cord securely into the household 
AC outlet. (9)•
The unit is 
automatically 
switched to the 
standby mode.When “AUTO POWER OFF” is set to “ON”, the unit 
automatically switches to standby after approximately 30 
minutes in the stop mode. 
(20)
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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 “Customer Services Directory” on page 26 if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer 
to “Product information” on page 4 if you reside in Canada. In other areas, consult your 
dealer.
Troubleshooting guide

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Picture distorted.Ensure that the unit is not connected through a video 
cassette recorder. (7)
Make sure that progressive output has not been selected 
when the connected television is not progressive compatible. 
Press and hold [RETURN] until the picture displays correctly. 
The settings will return to “INTERLACE”. 
  Change “SOURCE SELECT” in On-Screen Menu 2. (17)
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Picture size doesn’t 
fit the screen. Change “TV ASPECT” in “VIDEO” menu. 
(19)
Use the television to change the aspect. If your television 
does not have that function, change “TV ASPECT”. 
(19)
Change the zoom setting. (15)
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•Picture stops. Picture may stop if the DivX files are greater than 2GB.•
The television may 
display incorrectly or 
colors appear faded.PAL discs cannot be played.
Connect to a progressive output compatible television to 
enjoy progressive video.
Picture may not be seen when more than 4 devices are 
connected with HDMI cables. Reduce the number of 
connected devices.••
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Menu not displayed 
correctly. Restore the zoom ratio to “NORMAL”. 
(15)
Change “TV ASPECT” in “VIDEO” menu. (19)••
Troubleshooting guide
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Troubleshooting guide
DivX
Sound distorted. Set Advanced surround to “OFF”. (14)
Noise may occur when playing WMA files.
With HDMI AV OUT connections, audio may not be output 
from other terminals in the way that was set.•••
No sound. Turn the volume up.
          Audio may not be output due to how files were 
created.
Audio may not be heard when more than 4 devices are 
connected with HDMI cables. Reduce the number of 
connected devices.
When using the HDMI connection, ensure that “AUDIO OUT” 
in the “HDMI” menu is set to “ON”.
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Piercing noise 
comes from the 
speakers. If you have connected a digital amplifier which does not 
include decoder, be sure to select “PCM” in “DOLBY 
DIGITAL” or “DTS” in “AUDIO” menu. 
(20)
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Effects do not work. None of the audio effects work when the unit is outputting 
bitstream signals from the COAXIAL or HDMI AV OUT 
terminal. (8, 9)
Some audio effects do not work or have less effect with some discs.Advanced surround and Remaster do not work if you have 
changed the play speed.
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There is ghosting 
when progressive or 
HDMI output is on.This problem is caused by the editing method or material 
used on DVD-Video, but should be corrected if you use 
interlace output. Change “VIDEO OUT (I/P)” in “VIDEO” 
menu to “INTERLACE”. (19)
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Pictures not in 
progressive output.
If the unit is connected to the television through VIDEO OUT 
or S VIDEO OUT, output will be interlace.•
Closed captions not 
displayed.When progressive output or HDMI output is on, closed 
captions will not be displayed.•
Picture incorrect
Progressive video
DivX
It takes time before 
play starts. Play may take time to begin when an MP3 track has still 
picture data. Even after the track starts, the correct play time 
will not be displayed, however this is normal.
This is normal on DivX video.•
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The program 
functions do not 
work. These functions do not work with some DVD-Videos.•
Menu doesn’t 
appear.           
with playback control
Press [g] twice and then press [q] (PLAY).•
Play doesn’t start.
If a disc contains CD-DA and other formats, proper playback may not be possible.This unit may not play WMA and MPEG4 that contains still picture data.If playing DivX VOD content, refer to the homepage where you purchased it. (Example: www.divx.com/vod)
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No subtitles. Display the subtitles. (14)•The subtitles 
overlap closed 
captions recorded 
on discs.Clear the subtitles. 
(14)•
In A-B Repeat, point 
B is automatically set.The end of an item becomes point B when it is reached.•
Repeat play is 
automatically 
canceled. A-B Repeat is canceled when you press [QUICK REPLAY].
Repeat play may be canceled when you press [CM SKIP].
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MP3DivX
Specific operation impossible or incorrect
VCD
Cannot record to 
digital recording 
equipment.(Incorrect sound 
recorded.)You cannot record WMA/MP3.
You cannot record DVDs that have protection preventing digital recording.
You cannot record DVDs if the recording equipment cannot 
handle signals with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz.
Make the following settings:
– ADVANCED SURROUND:   OFF 
(14)
– PCM OUTPUT:     UP TO 48kHz (20)
– DOLBY DIGITAL:  PCM (20)
– DTS:   PCM (20)
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Recording
The number following 
“H” depends on the 
status of the unit.Trouble may have occurred. Turn the unit off and then back 
to ON. Alternatively, turn the unit off, disconnect the AC 
power supply cord, and then reconnect it.
If the service numbers fail to clear, note the service number 
and contact a qualified service person.
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You inserted a disc the unit cannot play; insert one it can. 
(5)
You inserted a blank disc.
You inserted a disc that has not been finalized. 
(5)
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You haven’t inserted a disc: Insert one.
You haven’t inserted the disc correctly: Insert it correctly.  (10)••
The disc may be dirty. 
(6)
You haven’t inserted the disc correctly: Insert it correctly.  (10)••
The connected equipment is not HDMI-compatible.
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The HDMI connection acts unusually.
– The connected equipment is not HDMI-compatible.
– The HDMI cable is too long.
– The HDMI cable is damaged.
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Picture distorted.Ensure that the unit is not connected through a video 
cassette recorder. (7)
Make sure that progressive output has not been selected 
when the connected television is not progressive compatible. 
Press and hold [RETURN] until the picture displays correctly. 
The settings will return to “INTERLACE”. 
  Change “SOURCE SELECT” in On-Screen Menu 2. (17)
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Picture size doesn’t 
fit the screen. Change “TV ASPECT” in “VIDEO” menu. 
(19)
Use the television to change the aspect. If your television 
does not have that function, change “TV ASPECT”. 
(19)
Change the zoom setting. (15)
••
•Picture stops. Picture may stop if the DivX files are greater than 2GB.•
The television may 
display incorrectly or 
colors appear faded.PAL discs cannot be played.
Connect to a progressive output compatible television to 
enjoy progressive video.
Picture may not be seen when more than 4 devices are 
connected with HDMI cables. Reduce the number of 
connected devices.••
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Menu not displayed 
correctly. Restore the zoom ratio to “NORMAL”. 
(15)
Change “TV ASPECT” in “VIDEO” menu. (19)••
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Sound distorted. Set Advanced surround to “OFF”. (14)
Noise may occur when playing WMA files.
With HDMI AV OUT connections, audio may not be output 
from other terminals in the way that was set.•••
No sound. Turn the volume up.
          Audio may not be output due to how files were 
created.
Audio may not be heard when more than 4 devices are 
connected with HDMI cables. Reduce the number of 
connected devices.
When using the HDMI connection, ensure that “AUDIO OUT” 
in the “HDMI” menu is set to “ON”.
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Piercing noise 
comes from the 
speakers. If you have connected a digital amplifier which does not 
include decoder, be sure to select “PCM” in “DOLBY 
DIGITAL” or “DTS” in “AUDIO” menu. 
(20)
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Effects do not work. None of the audio effects work when the unit is outputting 
bitstream signals from the COAXIAL or HDMI AV OUT 
terminal. (8, 9)
Some audio effects do not work or have less effect with some discs.Advanced surround and Remaster do not work if you have 
changed the play speed.
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DivX
Troubleshooting guide
Picture incorrectSound incorrect
“ERR H ” stands for a 
number. Trouble may have occurred. The number following “ERR H” 
depends on the status of the unit. Turn the unit off and then 
back to ON. Alternatively, turn the unit off, disconnect the AC 
power supply cord, and then reconnect it.
If the service numbers fail to clear, note the service number 
and contact a qualified service person.•
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“ERR U11”
The disc may be dirty. (6)
You haven’t inserted the disc correctly: Insert it correctly.  (10)••“5”The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc.•
“NO DISC” You haven’t inserted a disc: Insert one.
You haven’t inserted the disc correctly: Insert it correctly.  (10)••
“CANNOT PLAY 
AUDIO”
“NO AUDIO” Audio has not been recorded, or recorded in a format this 
unit cannot playback. Video playback only is possible. 
(6)•
“THIS DISC MAY 
NOT BE PLAYED IN  
YOUR REGION.” You can only play DVD-Video if their region number is “1”, 
“ALL” or multiple region numbers including “1”. (Cover
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“THIS TYPE OF 
DISC CANNOT 
BE PLAYED. 
PLEASE INSERT A 
DIFFERENT DISC.” You inserted a disc that has not been finalized. 
(5)
You inserted a disc the unit cannot play; insert one it can. (5)
You inserted a blank disc.•••
“AUTHORIZATION 
ERROR 
THIS PLAYER IS 
NOT AUTHORIZED 
TO PLAY THIS 
VIDEO.” You are trying to play the DivX VOD content that was 
purchased with a different registration code. You cannot play 
the content on this unit. 
(24)
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“RENTAL EXPIRED” The DivX VOD content has zero remaining plays. You cannot 
play it. 
(24)•
DivX
DivX
Unit displays
Cannot record to 
digital recording 
equipment.(Incorrect sound 
recorded.)You cannot record WMA/MP3.
You cannot record DVDs that have protection preventing digital recording.
You cannot record DVDs if the recording equipment cannot 
handle signals with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz.
Make the following settings:
– ADVANCED SURROUND:   OFF 
(14)
– PCM OUTPUT:     UP TO 48kHz (20)
– DOLBY DIGITAL:  PCM (20)
– DTS:   PCM (20)
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The number following 
“H” depends on the 
status of the unit.Trouble may have occurred. Turn the unit off and then back 
to ON. Alternatively, turn the unit off, disconnect the AC 
power supply cord, and then reconnect it.
If the service numbers fail to clear, note the service number 
and contact a qualified service person.
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You inserted a disc the unit cannot play; insert one it can. 
(5)
You inserted a blank disc.
You inserted a disc that has not been finalized. 
(5)
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You haven’t inserted a disc: Insert one.
You haven’t inserted the disc correctly: Insert it correctly.  (10)••
The disc may be dirty. 
(6)
You haven’t inserted the disc correctly: Insert it correctly.  (10)••
The connected equipment is not HDMI-compatible.
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The HDMI connection acts unusually.
– The connected equipment is not HDMI-compatible.
– The HDMI cable is too long.
– The HDMI cable is damaged.
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Television displays

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DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content is encrypted for copyright protection. In order to 
play DivX VOD content on this unit, you first need to register the unit.
Follow the on-line instructions for purchasing DivX VOD content to enter the unit’s 
registration code and register the unit. For more information about DivX VOD, visit 
 
www.divx.com/vod.
Display the unit’s registration code
( page 20, “REGISTRATION” in “OTHERS” menu)
We recommend that you make a note of this code for future reference.
After playing DivX VOD content for the first time, another registration code is then 
displayed in “REGISTRATION”. Do not use this registration code to purchase DivX 
VOD content. If you use this code to purchase DivX VOD content, and then play 
the content on this unit, you will no longer be able to play any content that you 
purchased using the previous code.
If you purchase DivX VOD content using a registration code different from this 
 
unit’s code, you will not be able to play this content. (“AUTHORIZATION ERROR” is 
displayed.)
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Regarding DivX content that can only be played a set number of times
Some DivX VOD content can only be played a set number of times. When you play this 
content, the remaining number of plays is displayed. You cannot play this content when 
the number of remaining plays is zero. (“RENTAL EXPIRED” is displayed.)
When playing this content The number of remaining plays is reduced by one if
– you press [
^] or [SETUP].
– you press [g]. (Press [h] to stop play.)
–  you  press  [u i]  or  [t y]  etc.  and  arrive  at  another  content  or  the  start  of 
the content being played.
Resume ( page 10, Stop) function does not work.
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About DivX VOD contents/E
Z Sync
TM “HDAVI Control
TM”
OT HERS-REGISTRA TION (DIVX)
DIVX(R) VIDEO ON DEMANDYOUR REGISTRA TION CODE IS
XXXXXXXX
T O LEARN MORE VISIT
www .divx.com/ vod
PRESS ENTER KEY  TO CONTINUE
8 alphanumeric characters
About DivX VOD contents
EZ Sync “HDAVI Control”EZ Sync “HDAVI Control” is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this 
unit, and a Panasonic television (VIERA) or receiver under EZ Sync “HDAVI Control”.
You can use this function by connecting the equipment with the HDMI cable. See the 
operating instructions for connected equipment for operational details.
Connect your other EZ Sync “HDAVI Control” compatible equipment with an HDMI 
cable.
(Cables  that  do  not  meet  the  HDMI  specifications  are  not  compatible  with  this 
feature. Use a Panasonic HDMI cable for best results.)
Recommended part number:
R P - C D H G 1 5   ( 1 . 5   m / 4 . 9   f t . ) ,   R P - C D H G 3 0   ( 3 . 0   m / 9 . 8   f t . ) ,   R P - C D H G 5 0 
 (5.0 m/16.4 ft.), etc.
Set the EZ Sync “HDAVI Control” operations on the connected equipment (e.g., 
television).
Turn on all EZ Sync “HDAVI Control” compatible equipment, turn the television off 
and on, and then select this unit’s input channel on the connected television so that 
the EZ Sync “HDAVI Control” function works properly. Also when the connection or 
settings are changed, repeat this procedure.
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Automatic input switching
When play starts on the unit, the television input will automatically switch to the HDMI 
input mode and television displays the corresponding action.
Power on link
When the television is off and play starts on the unit, the television will automatically 
turn on.
(Picture or sound may not be available for the first few seconds.)
Power off link
All connected equipment compatible with EZ Sync “HDAVI Control” including this unit 
automatically turns off when you switch the television off.
The unit automatically turns off even when the on-screen menus is displayed on the 
television. The unit automatically turns off while in playback.
Only this unit turns off when you press the power button of the unit or the remote 
control for shutting it down. Other connected equipment compatible with EZ Sync 
“HDAVI Control” stay on.
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EZ SyncTM “HDAVI ControlTM”
NoteNot all 2007 DVD players are compatible with all the features of all the 2007 Ez Sync 
products.
EZ Sync™ is a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

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Signal system:  NTSC
Operating temperature range: 4 5 to 4 35 oC
Operating humidity range:    
  5 to 90 % RH (no condensation)
Discs played [8 cm (3 ") or 12 cm (5 ")]: (1) DVD (DVD-Video, DivX
6, 7)
(2) DVD-RAM (DVD-VR, JPEG4 , 7, MP32, 7, MPEG45, 7, DivX6, 7)(3)  DVD-R  (DVD-Video,  DVD-VR,  JPEG4,  7,  MP32,  7, MPEG45, 7, DivX6, 7)
(4) DVD-R DL (DVD-Video)
(5) DVD-RW (DVD-Video, DVD-VR, JPEG
4, 7, 
  MP32, 7, MPEG45, 7, DivX6, 7)(6) 4R/4RW (Video)(7) 4R DL (Video)
(8)  CD,  CD-R/RW  (CD(CD-DA),  Video  CD,  SVCD1,  
JPEG4 , 7, WMA3, 7, MP32, 7, MPEG45, 7, DivX6, 7)Video output:
Output level:   1 Vp-p (75 Ω)
Output terminal:   Pin jack (1 system)
S-video output:
Y output level:   1 Vp-p (75 Ω)
C output level: NTSC  0.286 Vp-p (75 Ω)
Output terminal:   S terminal (1 system)
Component video output:
[NTSC: 525(480)p/525(480)i]
Y output level:   1 Vp-p (75 
Ω)PB output level:  0.7 Vp-p (75 Ω)PR output level:  0.7 Vp-p (75 Ω)
Output terminal:    
  Pin jack (Y: green, P
B: blue, PR: red) (1 system)
Audio output: Output level:   2 Vrms (1 kHz, 0 dB)
Output terminal:   Pin jack
Number of terminals:   2 channel: 1 system
Audio performance: Frequency response: DVD (linear audio):
  4 Hz to 22 kHz (48 kHz sampling)
  4 Hz to 44 kHz (96 kHz sampling)
CD-Audio:   4 Hz to 20 kHz
S/N ratio: CD-Audio:   115 dB 
Dynamic range: DVD (linear audio):  100 dB
CD-Audio:   98 dB 
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Total harmonic distortion:
CD-Audio:    0.003 %
Digital audio output:
Coaxial digital output:  Pin jack
HDMI AV output  Type A Connector (19 pin) 
  CEC Ver. 1.3a
Pickup: Wave length:   653 nm/790 nm
Laser power:   CLASS 1/CLASS 3A
Power supply:
    AC 120 V, 60 Hz
  AC 110 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption:    9 W
  10W
Power consumption in standby mode:  approx. 1 WDimensions (W x D x H):   
   430 mm x 231 mm x 43 mm (excluding protrusions)
  (16 
15/16" x 9 1/16" x 1 11/16") (excluding protrusions)
  430 mm x 239 mm x 43 mm (including protrusions)
  (16 
15/16" x 9 7/16" x 1 11/16") (including protrusions)
Mass (Weight):   approx. 2.0 kg
 (4.4 lb.)
1 Conforming to IEC621072 MPEG-1 Layer 3, MPEG-2 Layer 33 Windows Media Audio Ver. 9.0 L3
Not compatible with Multiple Bit Rate (MBR)
4 Exif Ver 2.1 JPEG Baseline filesPicture  resolution:  between  160×120  and  6144×4096 
pixels (Sub sampling is 4:2:2 or 4:2:0)
5 MPEG4 data recorded with the Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD video recorders 
  Conforming to SD VIDEO specifications (ASF  standard)/MPEG4 (Simple Profile) video system/
G.726 audio system6 Plays all versions of DivX® video (including DivX®6)  
with standard playback of DivX® media files. Certified 
to the DivX Home Theater Profile.
GMC (Global Motion Compensation) is not supported.
7 The total combined maximum number of recognizable  audio, picture and video contents and groups: 4000 
audio, picture and video contents and 256 groups.
•DivX
DivX is a popular media technology created by DivX, Inc. 
DivX media files contain highly compressed video with 
high visual quality that maintains a relatively small file 
size.
Down-mixing
This is a process of remixing the multi-channel audio 
(surround sound) on some discs into two channels. 
When you want to listen to the audio on a DVD with a 
5.1 channel digital surround track through your television 
speakers, the down-mixed audio will be output.
Film and video
DVD-Videos are recorded using either film or video. This 
unit can determine which type has been used, then uses 
the most suitable method of progressive output.
Film: Recorded at 24 frames per second. (Recorded at 
30 frames per second as well). Generally appropriate for 
motion picture films.
Video: Recorded at 30 frames/60 fields per second. 
Generally appropriate for TV drama programs or 
animation.
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)
HDMI is a next-generation digital interface for consumer 
electronic products. Unlike conventional connections, it 
transmits uncompressed digital video and audio signals 
on a single cable. This unit supports high-definition video 
output (1080p,1080i) from HDMI AV OUT terminal. To 
enjoy high-definition video a high definition compatible 
television is required.
MPEG4
A compression system for use on mobile devices or a 
network, that allows highly efficient recording at a low bit 
rate.
Sampling frequency
Sampling is the process of converting the heights of 
sound wave (analog signal) samples taken at set periods 
into digits (digital encoding). Sampling frequency is the 
number of samples taken per second, so larger numbers 
mean more faithful reproduction of the original sound.
Playback control (PBC)
If a Video CD has playback control, you can select 
scenes and information with menus.
(This unit is compatible with version 2.0 and 1.1.)Glossary/Specifications
SpecificationsGlossary
EZ Sync “HDAVI Control”EZ Sync “HDAVI Control” is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this 
unit, and a Panasonic television (VIERA) or receiver under EZ Sync “HDAVI Control”.
You can use this function by connecting the equipment with the HDMI cable. See the 
operating instructions for connected equipment for operational details.
Automatic input switching
When play starts on the unit, the television input will automatically switch to the HDMI 
input mode and television displays the corresponding action.
Power on link
When the television is off and play starts on the unit, the television will automatically 
turn on.
(Picture or sound may not be available for the first few seconds.)
Power off link
All connected equipment compatible with EZ Sync “HDAVI Control” including this unit 
automatically turns off when you switch the television off. The unit automatically turns off even when the on-screen menus is displayed on the 
television. The unit automatically turns off while in playback.
Only this unit turns off when you press the power button of the unit or the remote 
control for shutting it down. Other connected equipment compatible with EZ Sync 
“HDAVI Control” stay on.
•
•
Not all 2007 DVD players are compatible with all the features of all the 2007 Ez Sync 
products.
For the U.S.A. and CanadaFor others
For the U.S.A. and CanadaFor others

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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 Puerto Rico, Inc. (collectively referred to as “the 
warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date 
of original purchase (“Limited Warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new 
or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished product. The decision to repair or 
replace will be made by the warrantor.
During the “Labor” Limited Warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” 
warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. You must mail-in your product during the warranty 
period. If non-rechargeable batteries are included, they are not warranted. This Limited Warranty 
only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This Limited 
Warranty is extended only to the original purchaser and only covers product purchased as new. A 
purchase receipt or other proof of original purchase date is required for Limited Warranty service.
Mail-In Service
For assistance in the continental U.S.A. in obtaining repairs please ship the product to:
Panasonic Service and Technology Company
Customer Servicenter
Suite B
4900 George McVay Drive
McAllen, TX 78503
For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910.
When shipping the unit carefully pack and send it prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the 
original carton. Include a letter detailing the complaint and provide a day time phone and/or email 
address where you can be reached.
IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD THE PURCHASER WILL 
BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF 
PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR 
THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.
Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions
This Limited Warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES 
NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The Limited Warranty ALSO DOES NOT 
COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied 
by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, 
misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, 
improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, or commercial use (such as 
hotel, office, restaurant, or other business), rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than 
a Factory Servicenter or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY 
COVERAGE”. THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL 
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY 
BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, cost of having 
someone remove or re-install an installed unit if applicable, travel to and from the servicer, loss of or 
damage to media or images, data or other recorded content. The items listed are not exclusive, but 
are for illustration only.)  ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF 
MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or 
limitations on how long an implied Limited Warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.
This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary 
from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the Limited Warranty period, 
you may contact your dealer or Servicenter. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then 
write to the warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.
PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE YOUR 
RESPONSIBILITY.
Customer Services Directory
Obtain  Product  Information  and  Operating  Assistance;  locate  your  nearest  Dealer  or 
Servicenter;  purchase  Parts  and  Accessories;  or  make  Customer  Service  and  Literature 
requests by visiting our Web Site at:
h�p://www.panasonic.com/consumersupportor, contact us via the web at:h�p://www.panasonic.com/contactinfoYou may also contact us directly at:1-800-211-PANA (7262),
Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST.
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855
Accessory Purchases
Purchase  Parts,  Accessories  and  Instruction  Books  online  for  all  Panasonic  Products  by 
visiting our Web Site at:
h�p://www.pstc.panasonic.comor, send your request by E-mail to:[email protected] may also contact us directly at:
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) (Monday – Friday 9 am to 8 pm, EST
.)
Panasonic Service and Technology Company
20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032
(We Accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal Checks)
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-866-605-1277
Service in Puerto Rico
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Phone (787)750-4300, Fax (787)768-2910
Product or Part Name PartsLabor
DVD Player One (1) YearNinety (90) Days
Rechargeable Batteries (in exchange for defective item) Ten (10) DaysNot Applicable
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.)
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.)

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Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA)
Panasonic Canada Inc.
PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY
Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to replace the product for a period as stated below from the date of 
original purchase.Panasonic Portable / Clock Radio (without Tape, CD, MD)
Panasonic Audio Product
Panasonic DVD Product
Accessories including rechargeable batteries One (1) year
One (1) year
One (1) year
Ninety (90) days
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada or to any product which has been improperly installed, subjected to usage for which the product was not 
designed, misused or abused, damaged during shipping, or which has been altered or repaired in any way that affects the reliability or detracts from the performance, nor does it 
cover any product which is used commercially. Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage under this warranty. 
This warranty is extended to the original end user purchaser only. A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase is required before warranty service is performed.
THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF 
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above 
limitations and exclusions may not be applicable.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For product information and operation assistance,
 please contact:
Our Customer Care Centre:  Telephone #:
1-800 #:
Fax #:
Email link:
(905) 624-55051-800-561-5505(905) 238-2360
“customer support” on www.panasonic.ca
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA)
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3
EXCHANGE PROGRAM
For defective product exchange within the warranty period, please contact the original dealer or our Customer Care Centre.

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HDMI IN
HDMI IN
HDMI IN
HDMI OUT
HDMI INVIDEO IN

Referencia rápida en español
Conexiones
Televisor
Conexión a un televisor
Cable HDMI
Conecte el cable de alimentación de CA en último lugar
Cable de alimentación de CA (incluido)
A la toma de corriente CA doméstica
Cómo disfrutar de una mejor calidad de sonido e imagen (conexión HDMI)
Parte posterior
Referencia rápida en español
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Cable de audio/vídeo (incluido)
Parte posterior
NI OIDUAL          ROEDIVNI

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Reproducción básica
1
2Abra la bandeja del 
disco.
3Cargue el disco.
4
Inicie la reproducción.
(aparato principal)
(aparato principal)
(aparato principal)
La posición se memoriza cuando “RESUME STOP” aparece 
en la pantalla del televisor.
Pulse [q] (PLAY) para continuar. 
(Reanudar la reproducción)
Pulse [g] para cancelar la posición.
•
•
Parada
Pulse [q] (PLAY) para reanudar la reproducción.•Pausa
Hasta 5 pasosPulse [q] (PLAY) para reanudar la reproducción.
 Cámara lenta: En sentido de avance solamente.  Cámara lenta: No funciona.••Búsqueda (durante la reproducción)Cámara lenta
(durante la pausa)
VCDDivXMPEG4
Pulse [u i] para omitir saltar títulos, capítulos, pistas, etc.  También puede saltar hasta los marcadores.
•
•Salto
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Cuadro a cuadro(durante la pausa)   en sentido de avance solamente
Menú del disco
Muestra el menú inicial de un disco.
Muestra el menú de un disco.
con control de reproducción
Muestra el menú de un disco.
Vuelta a la pantalla anteriorSelección de elementos en la pantalla
Seleccionar
Registrar
VCD
DVD-VDVD-VR
DVD-V
DVD-VRReproduce los programas.
DVD-V
DVD-VRReproduce una lista de reproducción.
VCD
Visualización del aparato principal
Visualización de número 
Visualización de tiempo
JPEG
Introducción de 
númerosP.ej. para seleccionar 12: [≧10]  [1]  [2]DVD-VDVD-VRVCDCD
MP3JPEGMPEG4WMADivXP.ej. para seleccionar 123:[≧10]  [1]  [2]  [3]  [ENTER]
Cable HDMI
Parte posteriorReferencia rápida en español
Pantalla de 
información
POWER
OPEN/CLOSE
123
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7 8 9
0
4
DVD-VR
VCDDVD-VR

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Utilización de los menús en pantalla
1
2
3
4
Pulse.Seleccione el elemento.
Haga los ajustes.
Pulse para salir.
Seleccionar
Seleccionar
Menú en pantalla 1 (Disco/Reproducción)
PG SEARCH, PL SEARCH, 
TITLE SEARCH, CHAPTER 
SEARCH, TRACK SEARCH, 
CONTENT SEARCH Para iniciar un elemento específico
Pulse [e r] para seleccionar una opción, seguido de 
[ENTER], o pulse los botones numéricos.
No funciona cuando se utiliza el control de reproducción.
AUDIO Para seleccionar la pista de sonido.
PLAY SPEED Cambio de la velocidad de reproducción.
REPEAT MODE Para seleccionar un elemento que se ha de repetir.
Repetición A-B (para repetir una sección específica)
SUBTITLEPara seleccionar el idioma de los subtítulos  o para 
visualizar la fecha de la fotografía.
ANGLESelección de ángulo.
DATE DISPLAY OFFON
ROTATION Rotación de imagen fija (durante la pausa).JPEG
Menú en pantalla 2 (Vídeo)
PICTURE MODEPara seleccionar la calidad de imagen de las 
películas.
ZOOM Pulse [h].
Para seleccionar la relación de zoom.
DNR Para seleccionar “OFF”, “1”, “2” ó “3”.TRANSFER MODEPara seleccionar un método de conversión de la 
salida progresiva adecuado al tipo de material.
SOURCE SELECT (depende del disco)AUTO, INTERLACE, PROGRESSIVEDivX
DVD-V
JPEG
JPEG
Menú en pantalla 3 (Audio)
DIALOG ENHANCERPara escuchar más fácilmente el diálogo de las películas.OFF  ONREMASTER
Reproducir un sonido más natural.Pulse [e r] para seleccionar  “OFF”, “1”, “2” ó “3”.
ADVANCED SURROUND Para seleccionar “A. SURROUND1”,  
“A. SURROUND2”, “A. SURROUND3” ó “OFF”.
Menú en pantalla 4 (HDMI)
HDMI STATUS Indica distintos tipos de información cuanto está 
conectado el terminal HDMI AV OUT.
HD ENHANCER(Cuando “VIDEO PRIORITY”, en la ficha “HDMI”, 
se encuentra en “ON”)
Hace que la calidad de la salida de vídeo HDMI  
(720p, 1080i, 1080p) sea nítida.
OFF, 1 (menor) a 3 (mayor)
VIDEO FORMAT (Cuando “VIDEO PRIORITY”, en la ficha “HDMI”, 
se encuentra en “ON”)
480p/720p/1080p (progresiva)480i/1080i (entrelazada)
El elemento mostrado depende del equipo que 
esté conectado.•
COLOR SPACE (Cuando “VIDEO PRIORITY”, en la ficha “HDMI” , 
se encuentra en “ON”)
RGB       YCbCr 4:4:4       YCbCr 4:2:2
Aparecerá un “
” solamente para el modelo de 
equipo conectado correspondiente.•
(Con conexión HDMI)
Referencia rápida en español
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Registrar
Registrar Cada vez que se pulsa el botón:
Menú en pantalla 4 (Disco/Reproducción)
Menú en pantalla 2 (Vídeo)
Menú en pantalla 3 (Audio)
Menú en pantalla 4 (HDMI)SETTING STATE Muestra el ajuste actual de los siguientes elementos
AUDIO
ENGLISH   FRENCH   SPANISH   ORIGINAL1  
OTHER ----2
SUBTITLEAUTO3   ENGLISH   FRENCH   SPANISH   OTHER ----2
MENUSENGLISH   FRENCH   SPANISH   OTHER ----2
RATINGSAjuste de calificaciones (si se selecciona el nivel 8) 0 LOCK ALL       1 a 7        8 NO LIMIT 
PASSWORD Cambie la contraseña para “RATINGS” ( arriba).
SETTING STATEMuestra el ajuste actual de los siguientes elementosTV ASPECT4:3PAN&SCAN     4:3LETTERBOX     4:3ZOOM16:9NORMAL      16:9SHRINK      16:9ZOOM
TV TYPE
STANDARD   CRT   LCD   PROJECTION   PLASMA
TIME DELAY0 ms      20 ms       40 ms      60 ms      80 ms      100 msSTILL MODEAUTO             FIELD             FRAME
BLACK LEVEL  LIGHTER       DARKERVIDEO OUT (I/P)INTERLACE      PROGRESSIVE
SETTING STATE Muestra el ajuste actual de los siguientes elementos
PCM OUTPUTUP TO 48kHz           UP TO 96kHz
DOLBY DIGITALBITSTREAM PCMDTS
DYNAMIC RANGEON                OFF
Menú “AUDIO”
Referencia rápida en español
VCD
(Salida)
123
5 6
7 8 9
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