The illustration shows DVD-S29 for U.S.A. and Canada.

Operating Instructions

DVD/CD PLAYER

Model No.

MULTI-FORMAT PLAYBACK

DVD-RAM

recorded with DVD video recorders etc.

DVD-S29/DVD-S26

Video & Still pictures (JPEG)

DVD-Video/Video CD/CD

If you have any questions contact

Movie, Music etc.

In the U.S.A.: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) In Canada: 1-800-561-5505

DVD-R/DVD-RW/+R/+RW

Video (played as DVD-Video)
recorded and finalized with DVD video recorders etc.
recorded and finalized with personal computers etc.
Music (WMA/MP3) & Still pictures (JPEG)
See page 5 for details. For U.S.A.: The warranty can be found on page 20. For Canada: The warranty can be found on page 21. La referencia rpida en espaol se puede encontrar en la pgina 22, 23.
Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions are DVD-S29 for U.S.A. and Canada.

RQT8218-P

Reference

CD-R/CD-RW

Operations

sold on the market

Getting started

Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.

Accessories

(Only for U.S.A.) To order accessories, refer to Accessory Purchases on page 20. (For other areas) To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase. Use numbers when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of April 2005. These may be subject to change.)

Table of contents

Table of contents/Accessories
Accessories. 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS/Product Service. 4 Discs that can be played. 5
STEP 1 Connection to a television. 6 STEP 2 The remote control. 7 STEP 3 QUICK SETUP. 7 Operations
Basic play. 8 Convenient functions. 9
Displaying current playback condition (Quick On Screen Display)/ Reviewing titles/programs to play (Advanced Disc Review)/ Enjoying clear sound (Sound Enhancement).9 Recalling recommended audio/video setting (AV Enhancer)/ Enjoying virtual surround (Advanced Surround)/ Picture Mode/Changing play speed/ Skipping a minute forward/Zoom/Starting play from a selected group.10 Changing soundtracks/Changing subtitles/Angle select/Still picture rotation/ Quick replay/Program/Random play.11
Remote control AC power supply cord [U.S.A.\and\Canada] \Others] 1 Audio/video cable 2 Remote control batteries [Except\U.S.A.\and\Canada] 1 Power plug adaptor
(EUR7631100R) (K2CB2CB00016) (RJA0019-2X) (K2KA6BA00004)

(K2DA42E00001)

[Note]
The included AC power supply cord is for use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment. User memo: DATE OF PURCHASE ____________________________________________ DEALER NAME _________________________________________________ DEALER ADDRESS ______________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ TELEPHONE NUMBER ___________________________________________ The model number and serial number of this product can be found on either the back or the bottom of the unit. Please note them in the space provided below and keep for future reference. MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER
Using navigation menus. 12
Playing WMA/MP3/JPEG discs.12 Playing CD/Playing HighMATTM discs/Playing RAM discs.13
Using On-Screen Menus. 14
Main menus/Other Settings.14
Changing the player settings. 16
Troubleshooting guide. 18 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.). 20 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA)/Maintenance. 21 Specifications. 22

RQT8218

Referencia rpida en espaol (Spanish Quick Reference). 22 Main feature index. Back cover

CAUTION!

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

Except for U.S.A. and Canada

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

(Inside of product) THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.

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.
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible or the mains plug or an appliance coupler shall remain readily operable. THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. AND CANADA

CAUTION:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the users 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.
DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS. DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNITS VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS. DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT. DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER. THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES. This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile telephones during use. If such interference is apparent, please increase separation between the product and the mobile telephone.

Aim at the remote control sensor ( page 8), avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m (23 feet) directly in front of the unit.

STEP 3 QUICK SETUP

Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the television.
QUICK OSD FL SELECT OPEN/CLOSE ADVANCED AV ADVANCED DISC REVIEW ENHANCER SURROUND SOUND ENHANCEMENT

RETURN

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

PLAY LIST

TOP MENU

FUNCTIONS RETURN

PLAY MODE PLAY SPEED ZOOM
To change these settings later
Select QUICK SETUP ( page 17, Others tab).
SUBTITLE AUDIO ANGLE/PAGE SETUP

Power ON.

Shows QUICK SETUP screen.
Follow the message and make the settings.
Press to finish QUICK SETUP.

Press to exit.

Connection to a television/The remote control/QUICK SETUP
This unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off (1 W). To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug it from the household AC outlet.

Basic play

1Power ON.

2Open the disc tray.

Stop Pause
Remote control sensor [DVD-S29] Displaying current playback condition page 9 [DVD-S26] Reviewing titles/programs to play page 9

3Load the disc.

Load double-sided discs so the label for the side you want to play is facing up. [RAM] Remove discs from their cartridges before use.

4Start play.

[RAM] Can also skip to the markers.

CANCEL

QUICK OSD FL SELECT OPEN/CLOSE AV ADVANCED ADVANCED DISC REVIEW ENHANCER SURROUND SOUND ENHANCEMENT

Repeat play

Select Repeat or A-B Repeat ( page 14, Play Menu).

PICTURE MODE

CM SKIP
Search (during play) Slow-motion (during pause)
Up to 5 steps Press [1] (PLAY) to restart play. [VCD] Slow-motion, forward direction only

QUICK REPLAY

SLOW/SEARCH PAUSE PLAY
The position is memorized when ! flashes on the display. Press [1] (PLAY) to resume. Press [] to clear the position.

SKIP STOP

Press [1] (PLAY) to restart play.

Standby/on switch (/I)

Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power.
Discs continue to rotate while menus are displayed. Press [] when you finish to preserve the units motor and your television screen. Total title number may not be displayed properly on iR/iRW. If you are experiencing problems, refer to troubleshooting guide ( page 18, 19).

[Except\U.S.A.\and\Canada]

Standby/on indicator ()

When the unit is connected to the AC mains supply, this indicator lights up in standby mode and goes out when the unit is turned on.

Convenient functions

[DVD-S29]

Group skip

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

QUICK OSD

Displaying current playback condition
(Main unit) [VCD] forward direction only

Quick On Screen Display

Press [QUICK OSD].
e.g. [DVD-V] Current playback number

Frame-by-frame

(during pause) [RAM] [DVD-V] [VCD]

Elapsed play time

Chapter

0 : 00 : 22

Select

Playback condition

On-screen item select

Register

Return to previous screen

Program Playback

Play mode To exit the screen, press [QUICK OSD].

Current position

Enter number
[RAM] [DVD-V] (Except iR/iRW) (Normal playback only)

DIRECT NAVIGATOR [DVD-V]

Shows a disc top menu. [RAM] Plays the programs ( page 13). [DVD-V] Shows a disc menu. [RAM] Plays a play list ( page 13). [VCD] with playback control Shows a disc menu.

Disc menu

1 Press [ADVANCED DISC REVIEW]. 2 Press [1] (PLAY) when you find a title/program to play.
You can also review each 10 minutes. Select Interval Mode ( page 16, Advanced Disc Review in Disc tab). This may not work depending on the play position.

SOUND ENHANCEMENT

Enjoying clear sound

Sound Enhancement

Main unit display Information screen

[JPEG]

FL SELECT
Number display ,------. Time display
[RAM] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] You can enjoy clear sound by adding higher frequency signals not recorded on the disc.

SUBTITLE

This does not work when Advanced Surround ( page 10) is on. This may not work depending on the discs recording.

Sound Enhancement On

Press [SOUND ENHANCEMENT] to select On.

Functions

[RAM] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] e.g. To select 12: [S10] [1] [2] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] e.g. To select 123: [1] [2] [3] [ENTER]

ADVANCED DISC REVIEW

[DVD-S26] (Main unit)
Reviewing titles/programs to play

Advanced Disc Review

AV ENHANCER
Recalling recommended audio/video setting

PLAY SPEED

Changing play speed [RAM] [DVD-V]
Play Speed x1.4 Normal Fast Slow

AV Enhancer

By pressing just one button the disc type is automatically determined and the best audio and video settings are configured.

Functions AV Enhancer On

During play, press [PLAY SPEED] to select Fast, Normal or Slow.
Fine adjustments While the menu is displayed Press [21] to increase or decrease the playing speed from k0.6 to k1.4 in 0.1 units.
Press [AV ENHANCER] to select On.
This may not work depending on the discs recording.
When AV Enhancer is on, you cannot change the individual settings indicated below. Audio settings: Advanced Surround ( below), Sound Enhancement ( page 9), Dialogue Enhancer ( page 15) Video settings: Picture Mode ( below)

ADVANCED SURROUND

Press [1] (PLAY) to return to the normal play. After you change the speed Advanced Surround ( left) and Sound Enhancement ( page 9) do not work. Audio output switches to 2 ch. 96 kHz sampling frequency is converted to 48 kHz. This may not work depending on the discs recording.
Enjoying virtual surround Advanced Surround
[RAM] [DVD-V] [VCD] (2 or more channels)
Skipping a minute forward [RAM] [DVD-V] (Except iR/iRW)
Convenient when you want to skip commercials etc.
Press [ADVANCED SURROUND] to select SP 1, SP 2,HP 1or HP 2.
SP (Speaker) 1 Natural HP (Headphone) 1 Natural SP 2 Enhanced HP 2 Enhanced Off
Functions Advanced Surround SP 1
During play, press [CM SKIP].
This may not work depending on the play position.
When using discs recorded with surround sound, sound seems to come from speakers on either side of you. When using headphones from the connected equipment, select HP 1 or HP 2. Optimum seating position is 3 to 4 times the distance between the front left and right speakers or the width of the television if using the televisions speakers. Do not use in combination with surround effects on other equipment.

Zoom [RAM] [DVD-V] [VCD]

This feature expands the letterbox picture to fit the screen.
Press [ZOOM] to select the preset aspect ratio or Auto. (Just Fit Zoom)

Just Fit Zoom

Picture Mode [RAM] [DVD-V] [VCD] [JPEG]
Press [PICTURE MODE] to select the picture quality for movie viewing.

Fine adjustments (Manual Zoom) Press [21] while the menu is displayed.(Press and hold to alter faster.) from k1.00 to k1.60 (in 0.01 units), from k1.60 to k2.00 (in 0.02 units)

Functions Normal

Starting play from a selected group [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]
Normal images Picture Mode Mellows images and enhances detail in dark scenes. Cinema2: Sharpens images and enhances detail in dark scenes. Animation: Suitable for animation Dynamic: Enhances the contrast for powerful images. Normal: Cinema1:
A folder on WMA/MP3 and JPEG discs is treated as a Group.
1 While stopped, press [GROUP]. 2 Press [3 4] or the numbered buttons to select a group and press [ENTER].

Functions Group Search 1

Changing soundtracks
[DVD-V] (with multiple soundtracks) [RAM] [VCD]
Quick replay (Only when the elapsed play time can be displayed)

(Except iR/iRW)

Press [AUDIO] to select the soundtrack.
[RAM] [VCD] You can use this button to select L, R or LR. Audio [DVD-V] (Karaoke discs) Press [21] to select On or Off of vocals. Read the discs instructions for details.

Functions 1

Press [QUICK REPLAY] to skip back a few seconds.

PLAY MODE

Program/Random play [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

Signal type/data

LPCM/ Digital/DTS/MPEG: Signal type kHz (Sampling frequency)/bit/ch (Number of channels) Example: 3/2.1ch.1: Low frequency effect (not displayed if there is no signal) 0: No surround 1: Mono surround 2: Stereo surround (left/right) 1: Center 2: Front leftiFront right 3: Front leftiFront rightiCenter
While stopped, press [PLAY MODE].
Program ---) Random---) Off (Normal play) ^-------------------------------------------b
Disable HighMAT disc play to use random and program play. Select Play as Data Disc in Other Menu ( page 15).
Program play (up to 32 items)
1 Press the numbered buttons to select the items ( page 9, Enter number).
Repeat this step to program other items. e.g. [DVD-V]
Choose a title and chapter. No. Title Chapter Time 1 Play 1 Clear Clear all
[RAM] (On/Off only with discs that contain subtitle on/off information) [DVD-V] [VCD]

2 Press [1] (PLAY).

Selecting all the items (on the disc or in the title or group) Press [ENTER] and [3 4] to select ALL, then press [ENTER] again to register. Changing the program Press [3 4] to select an item. To change an item, repeat step 1. To clear an item, press [CANCEL] (or select Clear and press [ENTER]). Press [ANGLE/PAGE] to skip page by page.
Press [SUBTITLE] to select the subtitle language.
On iR/iRW, a subtitle number may be shown for subtitles that are not displayed. To clear/display the subtitles Press [2 1] to select On or Off. [RAM]

Functions Subtitle Off

Press [SUBTITLE] to select On or Off.
Subtitle on/off information cannot be recorded using Panasonic DVD Recorders.

ANGLE/PAGE

Angle select [DVD-V] (with multiple angles) Still picture rotation [JPEG]

e.g. [DVD-V]

Clearing the whole program Select Clear all and press [ENTER]. The whole program is also cleared when the unit is turned off or the disc tray is opened.

Random play

1 [DVD-V] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] Press the numbered buttons to select a group or a title ( page 9, Enter number). 2 Press [1] (PLAY).
To exit the program or random mode Press [PLAY MODE] several times while stopped.
Random Playback Press PLAY to start

Choose a title. Title 1

0 ~ 9 to select PLAY to start
Press [ANGLE/PAGE] to select the angle or rotate the still picture.
Changing subtitles [DVD-V] (with subtitles) [VCD] (SVCD only)

Using navigation menus

Playing WMA/MP3/JPEG discs [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]
You can play JPEG files on DVD-RAM or play HighMAT discs without using the HighMAT function ( page 15, Play as Data Disc in Other Menu).
Playing items in order (Playback Menu)
While the menu is displayed

Using the submenu

Playback Menu All Audio Picture Total 434 Total 7 Total 427
Press [3 4] to select All, Audio or Picture WMA/MP3/JPEG WMA/MP3 and press [ENTER].
To display/exit the screen, press [TOP MENU]. JPEG
1 Press [MENU]. 2 Press [FUNCTIONS]. 3 Press [3 4] to select an item and press [ENTER].
Multi List Tree Thumbnail Next group Previous group All Audio Picture Help display Find
Groups and content Content only Groups only Thumbnail images [JPEG] To the next group To the previous group WMA/MP3 and JPEG WMA/MP3 only JPEG only To switch between guide messages and the elapsed play time indicator To search by a content or group title ( see below)

to select and press

Playing from the selected item (Navigation Menu) 1 Press [MENU]. 2 Press [3421] to select the group and press [ENTER]. 3 To play content in the group in order Press [ENTER]. To start play from the selected content Press [34] to select and press [ENTER].
Group and content number currently playing
Navigation Menu 002 My favoriteJapanese 001 Lady Starfish Perfume 001 My favoriteMy favoriteBrazilian 002 Chinese 003 Czech 004 Hungarian 005 Japanese 006 Mexican 007 Philippine 008 Swedish 009 Piano 010 Vocal Group 005/023

FUNCTIONS

Searching by a content or group title

1 Press [MENU].

Press [2 1] to highlight a group title to search a group, or a content title to search its content.

:JPEG :WMA/MP3

001 Lady Starfish 002 Metal Glue 003 Life on Jupiter 004 Starperson

2 Press [FUNCTIONS]. 3 Press [3 4] to select Find and press [ENTER]. 4 Press [3 4] to select a character and press [ENTER].

Content 0001/0004

RETURN to exit

to display the sub menu

Number currently selected

Content

Press [ANGLE/PAGE] to skip page by page. To listen to WMA/MP3 while showing a JPEG image on the screen Select a JPEG first, and then select WMA/MP3. (The opposite order is not effective.) To exit the screen, press [MENU].
Repeat to enter another character. Lower case is also searched. Press [6 5] to skip between A, E, I, O and U. Press [2] to erase a character. Erase the asterisk () to search for the titles starting with that character.
5 Press [1] to select Find and press [ENTER].
The search result screen appears.
6 Press [3 4] to select the content or group and press [ENTER].

Playing CD [CD]

DIRECT NAVIGATOR PLAY LIST

Playing RAM discs [RAM]

Titles appear with CD text playback.

e.g. CD text

CD Text Disc Title: All By Artist Disc Artist: Pink Island Track Title: Long John Platinum Track Artist: SHIPWRECKED 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Ashley at Prom City Penguin Formura one Soccer Baseball Neanderthal Cartoons Trilobites White Dwarf Discovery
1 Press [MENU]. 2 Press [3 4] to select the track and press [ENTER].
Press [ANGLE/PAGE] to skip page by page. To exit the screen, press [MENU].
Titles appear only if you have entered them. You cannot edit play lists and titles.

Playing the programs

1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. 2 Press [3 4] or the numbered buttons to select the program.
Press [ANGLE/PAGE] to skip page by page. To select a 2-digit number e.g. 23: [S10] [2] [3] Press [1] to show the contents of the program.

Direct Navigator

to select and press ENTER
Press [FUNCTIONS] to switch between guide messages and the elapsed play time indicator.
Date 11/ 1(WED) 1/ 1 (MON) 2/ 2 (TUE) 3/ 3 (WED) 4/10(THU)

9 to select

On 0:05 AM 1:05 PM 2:21 PM 3:37 PM 11:05 AM
Title Monday feature Auto action Cinema Music Baseball

Contents

TOP MENU MENU
Playing HighMATTM discs [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

3 Press [ENTER].

to exit
Press [3421] to select then press [ENTER].
Menu: Takes you to the next menu which shows play lists or another menu. Play list: Play starts.

Language code list

Abkhazian: Afar: Afrikaans: Albanian: Ameharic: Arabic: Armenian: Assamese: Aymara: Azerbaijani: Bashkir: Basque: Bengali; Bangla: Bhutani: Bihari: Breton: Bulgarian: Burmese: Byelorussian: Cambodian: Catalan: Chinese: Corsican: Croatian: Czech: Danish: Dutch: English: Esperanto: Estonian: Faroese: Fiji: Finnish: French: Frisian: Galician: Georgian: German: Greek: Greenlandic: Guarani: Gujarati: Hausa: Hebrew: Hindi: Hungarian: Icelandic: Indonesian: Interlingua: Irish: Italian: Japanese: Javanese: Kannada: Kashmiri: Kazakh: Kirghiz: Korean: Kurdish: Laotian: Latin: Latvian, Lettish: Lingala: Lithuanian: Macedonian: Malagasy: Malay: Malayalam: Maltese: Maori: Marathi: Moldavian: Mongolian: Nauru: Nepali: Norwegian: Oriya: Pashto, Pushto: Persian: Polish: Portuguese: Punjabi: Quechua: Rhaeto-Romance: Romanian: Russian: Samoan: Sanskrit: Scots Gaelic: Serbian: Serbo-Croatian: Shona: Sindhi: Singhalese: Slovak: Slovenian: Somali: Spanish: Sundanese: Swahili: Swedish: Tagalog: Tajik: Tamil: Tatar: Telugu: Thai: Tibetan: Tigrinya: Tonga: Turkish: Turkmen: Twi: Ukrainian: Urdu: Uzbek: Vietnamese: Volapk: Welsh: Wolof: Xhosa: Yiddish: Yoruba: Zulu: 8979 9085

Bitstream

Display tab
Menu Language On-Screen Messages English On Franais Off Espaol

Others tab

FL Dimmer Changes the brightness of the units display. Auto Power Off Bright Dim Auto: The display is dimmed, but brightens only when you perform some operations. On: The unit switches to standby mode after about 30 minutes in the stop mode. Off Yes No Yes: The password screen is shown if Ratings ( page 16) are set. Please enter the same password. After INI on the display disappears, turn the unit off and on again. No
QUICK SETUP Re-initialize Setting This returns all values in the Setup menus to the default settings.
Dynamic Range Compression

Off On:

Adjusts for clarity even when the volume is low through compressing the range of the lowest sound level and the highest sound level. Convenient for late night viewing. (Only works with Dolby Digital)

Troubleshooting guide

Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to the Customer Services Directory on page 20 if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to the Product information on page 4 if you reside in Canada. In other areas, consult your dealer for instructions. (Reference pages are shown in parentheses.)
No power. The unit is automatically switched to the standby mode. Insert the AC power supply cord securely into the household AC outlet. (7) When Auto Power Off is set to On, the unit automatically switches to standby after approximately 30 minutes in the stop mode. (17) Subtitle position is wrong. No subtitles. The subtitles overlap closed captions recorded on discs. In A-B repeat, point B is automatically set. Repeat play is automatically canceled.

Adjust the position. (Subtitle Position in Display Menu) (15) Display the subtitles. (11) Clear the subtitles. (11)

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. Check that the batteries are installed correctly. (7) The batteries are depleted: Replace them with new ones. (7) Point the remote control at the remote control sensor and operate. (8) Check the video or audio connection. (6, 7) Check the power or input setting of the connected equipment. Check that the DVD-RAM has something recorded on it. While stopped, press and hold [QUICK OSD] [DVD-S29] or [ADVANCED DISC REVIEW] [DVD-S26] and [;] on the unit and then also press and hold [< OPEN/CLOSE] on the unit until Initialized disappears from the television. Turn the unit off and on again. All settings will return to the default values.
The end of an item becomes point B when it is reached.
A-B repeat is canceled when you press [QUICK REPLAY]. Repeat play may be canceled when you press [CM SKIP] or [ADVANCED DISC REVIEW].

Picture incorrect

Picture distorted. Ensure that the unit is not connected through a video cassette recorder. (6) Make sure that progressive output has not been selected when the connected television is not progressive compatible. Press and hold [CANCEL] until the picture displays correctly. The settings will return to 480i. Change TV Aspect in Video tab. (16) Use the television to change the aspect. If your television does not have that function, change 4:3 Aspect in Display Menu. (15) Change the Zoom setting. (10) PAL discs cannot be played.
No response when remote control buttons pressed. No picture or sound.
You have forgotten your ratings password. Reset all the settings to Factory Preset.
Picture size doesnt fit the screen.
Specific operation impossible or incorrect
It takes time before play starts. [MP3] The program and random play functions do not work. [DVD-V] Menu doesnt appear. [VCD] with playback control 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. These functions do not work with some DVD-Videos.
Press [] twice and then press [1] (PLAY).
The television may display incorrectly or colors appear faded. Menu not displayed correctly. Auto zoom function does not work well.

Restore the zoom ratio to a1.00. (10) Set Subtitle Position in Display Menu to 0. (15) Set 4:3 Aspect in Display Menu to Normal. (15) Turn off TVs zoom function. Use the other preset aspect ratios or manual adjustment. (10) Zoom function may not work well, especially in dark scenes and may not work depending on the type of disc.

Progressive video

There is ghosting when progressive output is on. Pictures not in progressive output. Closed captions not displayed. 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 Output Mode in Picture Menu to 480i. (15) If the unit is connected to the television through VIDEO OUT or S VIDEO OUT, output will be interlace. When progressive output is on, closed captions will not be displayed.

Unit displays

noPLAy 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) The disc may be dirty. (21) Trouble may have occurred. The number following 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. You havent inserted a disc: Insert one. You havent inserted the disc correctly: Insert it correctly. (8)
U11 H stands for a number.

Sound incorrect

Sound distorted. Select Off in Advanced Surround. (10) Select On in Attenuator in Audio Menu if it causes distortion with AUDIO OUT connections. (15) Noise may occur when playing WMA files. If you have connected a digital amplifier which does not include decoder, be sure to select PCM in Dolby Digital or DTS Digital Surround in Audio tab. (17) None of the audio effects work when the unit is outputting bitstream signals from the COAXIAL terminal. (7) Some audio effects do not work or have less effect with some discs. Advanced Surround and Sound Enhancement do not work if you have changed the play speed. There may be a pause in sound when you change the play speed. nodISC

Television displays

/ Cannot display group xx, content xx Check the disc This disc may not be played in your region No on-screen display. The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc. You are trying to play incompatible groups or content. (5)
Piercing noise comes from the speakers. Effects do not work.
This disc may be dirty. (21) You can only play DVD-Video if their region number is 1, ALL or multiple region number including 1. (5) Select On in On-Screen Messages in Display tab. (17)

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or, contact us via the web at:
http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
You 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:
http://www.pasc.panasonic.com
or, send your request by E-mail to:
npcparts@us.panasonic.com
You 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 Services 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 Infantera, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Phone (787)750-4300, Fax (787)768-2910 F1104
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) PANASONIC/TECHNICS PRODUCTLIMITED WARRANTY
Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect, or at its option, replace the product for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.
Technics Audio Product Panasonic Audio & DVD Product Accessories including rechargeable batteries
One (1) year, parts and labour One (1) year, parts and labour 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. WARRANTY SERVICE For product operation and information assistance, please contact your Dealer or our Customer Care Centre at: Telephone #: (905) 624-5505 Fax #: (905) 238-2360 Web: www.panasonic.ca For product repairs, please contact one of the following: Your Dealer who will inform you of an authorized Servicentre nearest you. Our Customer Care Centre at (905) 624-5505 or www.panasonic.ca A Panasonic Factory Servicentre listed below:

Richmond, British Columbia Panasonic Canada Inc. 12111 Riverside Way Richmond, BC V6W 1K8 Tel: (604) 278-4211 Fax: (604) 278-5627
Calgary, Alberta Panasonic Canada Inc. 6835-8th St. N. E. Calgary, AB T2E 7H7 Tel: (403) 295-3955 Fax: (403) 274-5493
Mississauga, Ontario Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Dr. Mississauga, ON L4W 2T3 Tel: (905) 624-8447 Fax: (905) 238-2418
Lachine, Qubec Panasonic Canada Inc. 3075, rue Louis A. Amos Lachine, QC H8T 1C4 Tel: (514) 633-8684 Fax: (514) 633-8020
IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE Carefully pack and send prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton. Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of date of original purchase.

Maintenance

Clean this unit with a soft, dry cloth
Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit. Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came with the cloth carefully. Cleaning of the lens is generally not necessary although this depends on the operating environment. Do not use commercially available lens cleaners as they may cause malfunction.

Clean discs

Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA)/Maintenance
Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3

Specifications

Signal system: NTSC Operating temperature range: i5 to i35 oC (i41 to i95 xF) Operating humidity range: 5 to 90 % RH (no condensation) Discs played [8 cm (3 z) or 12 cm (5 z)]: (1) DVD (DVD-Video) (2) DVD-RAM (DVD-VR, JPEG4, 5) (3) DVD-R/RW (DVD-Video) (4) iR/RW (Video) (5) CD, CD-R/RW [CD-DA, Video-CD, SVCD1, MP32, 5, WMA3, 5, JPEG4, 5, HighMAT Level 2 (Audio and Image)] Video output: Output level: 1 Vp-p (75 ) Output connector: Pin jack Number of connectors: 1 system S-video output: Y output level: 1 Vp-p (75 ) C output level: 0.286 Vp-p (75 ) Output connector: S terminal Number of connectors: 1 system (480p/480i) Component video output: Y output level: 1 Vp-p (75 ) 0.7 Vp-p (75 ) PB output level: PR output level: 0.7 Vp-p (75 ) Output connector: Pin jack (Y: green, PB: blue, PR: red) Number of connectors: 1 system Audio output: Output level: 2 Vrms (1 kHz, 0 dB) Output connector: Pin jack Number of connectors: 2 channel: 1 system Audio performance: (1) Frequency response: DVD (linear audio): 4 Hz22 kHz (48 kHz sampling) 4 Hz44 kHz (96 kHz sampling) 4 Hz20 kHz CD Audio: (2) S/N ratio: CD Audio: 115 dB (3) Dynamic range: DVD (linear audio): 100 dB CD Audio: 98 dB (4) Total harmonic distortion: CD Audio: 0.0025 % Digital audio output: Coaxial digital output: Pin jack