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Main unit

1 Standby/on switch (POWER /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. 2 Power indicator The indicator lights when this unit is turned on. 3 Connect iPod ( 15) 4 Adjust the volume of the main unit 5 Open/Close the disc tray ( 11) 6 Display
SRD lights when sound is output to the surround speakers. ( 10) The display is turned off when the volume is adjusted to 0. ( 17)

Other Operations

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Reference

Basic operations for play ( 11) Show a disc menu or play list ( 11, 12) Show a disc top menu or program list ( 11, 12) Select or confirm menu items / Frame-by-frame ( 11) Select the play mode / Set the repeat mode ( 11) Select sound mode / Adjust speaker level ( 10) Select surround sound effects ( 10) TV operations Aim the remote control at the Panasonic TV and press the button. []: Turn the TV on/off [INPUT]: Change the TVs video input mode [r, VOL, s]: Adjust the TV volume This may not work properly with some models. > Adjust the volume of the main unit ? Mute the sound
MUTE flashes on the main units display while the function is on. To cancel, press the button again or adjust the volume. Muting is cancelled when you switch the unit to standby.
7 Remote control signal sensor 8 Stop playing 9 Select the source DVD/CD # FM # AUX # ARC # D-IN # IPOD ^-----------------------------------------------------------------------------} : Play disc Saving energy This unit is designed to conserve its power consumption and save energy.
This unit will automatically turn to standby mode after 30 minutes if it is inactive.

@ A B C D E F G

Select radio stations manually ( 8) Select preset radio stations ( 8) Exit the display Show START menu ( 9) Show on-screen menu ( 12) Return to previous screen ( 11) Switch information on the main units display ( Turn Whisper-mode Surround on/off ( 10)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Accessories.2 Control reference guide.4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. below

Other modes of play. 11

Repeat play. 11 Program and Random play. 11

Quick Start Guide

step 1 Positioning. 6 step 2 Connections. 6
Speaker connections.6 Radio antenna connections.6 Audio and video connections.7
Using navigation menus. 12

Playing data discs. 12 Playing DVD-R/-RW (DVD-VR) discs. 12
Using on-screen menus. 12
Using the VIERA LinkTM HDAVI ControlTM. 14
What is VIERA Link HDAVI Control. 14 What you can do with HDAVI Control. 14 Easy control only with VIERA remote control (for HDAVI Control 2 or later). 15
step 3 AC power supply cord connection. 7 step 4 Preparing the remote control. 7 step 5 EASY SETUP. 8 Listening to the radio.8
Presetting stations automatically. 8 Listening/confirming the preset channels. 8 Manual tuning. 8

Using the iPod. 15

Changing the player settings. 16 Discs that can be played. 18 Maintenance. 18 Speaker installation option. 19 Troubleshooting guide. 20 Specifications. 22 Licenses. 23 Product Service. 23 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO). 24 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA). 25

Using the START menu.9

Selecting the source by the remote control. 9
Listening to the TV or other devices audio from this units speakers.9
Enjoying sound effects from all speakers
Enjoying surround sound effects.10 Selecting sound mode.10 Whisper-mode Surround.10 Adjusting the speaker output level manually.10 Adjusting the speaker level during playback.10
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. 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly 2) Keep these instructions. at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from 3) Heed all warnings. the apparatus. 4) Follow all instructions. 11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table 6) Clean only with dry cloth. specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when manufacturers instructions. moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, from tip-over. stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type unused for long periods of time. plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been replacement of the obsolete outlet. exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Press [DVD]5 to select DVD/CD. Press [START]C to show the START menu. Press [3, 4]9 to select Setup and press [OK]9.
MAIN DISC VIDEO AUDIO DISPLAY HDMI OTHERS

below).

3 Release the button when FM AUTO is displayed.

Press and hold [OK]9.

The tuner starts to preset all the stations it can receive into the channels in ascending order. SET OK is displayed when the stations are set, and the radio tunes to the last preset station. ERROR is displayed when automatic presetting is unsuccessful. Preset the stations manually ( below).

SET RETURN

Listening/confirming the preset channels
Press [3, 4]9 to select OTHERS and press [OK]9. Press [3, 4]9 to select EASY SETUP and press [OK]9. Press [OK]9 to select SET. Press [3, 4]9 to select Yes and press [OK]9. Follow the messages and make the settings with [3, 4, 2, 1]9 and [OK]9.
( below, Easy setup settings)
1 Press [RADIO, EXT-IN]5 to select FM. 2 Press theanumbered buttons to select a channel. To select 2-digit number
e.g. 12: [S10]3 [1] [2] Alternatively, press [X, W]A. The FM setting is also shown on the TV display. If noise is excessive Press and hold [PLAY MODE]: to display MONO. To cancel the mode, press and hold the button again until AUTO ST is displayed. The mode is also cancelled when you change the frequency.
Press [OK]9 to finish Easy setup.

Easy setup settings

Language

Manual tuning

Select the language used on menu screen. Select the aspect to suit your TV.

TV aspect

Speaker layout
Select Surround layout (Recommended) mode or Front layout (Alternative) mode according to your speaker layout ( 6, Positioning). Listen to speaker output to confirm speaker connections. Make surround sound setting for speaker output.
1 Press [RADIO, EXT-IN]5 to select FM. Press [SEARCH6, SEARCH5]@ to select the 2 frequency.
To start automatic tuning, press and hold [SEARCH6, SEARCH5]@ until the frequency starts scrolling. Tuning stops when a station is found. Presetting stations manually Up to 30 stations can be set. 1 While listening to the radio broadcast Press [OK]9. 2 While the frequency is flashing on the display Press the numbered buttons to select a channel. To select a 2-digit number e.g. 12: [S10]3 [1] [2] Alternatively, press [X, W]A, and then press [OK]9. A station previously stored is overwritten when another station is stored in the same channel preset.

Speaker check

Speaker output TV audio
Select the audio input connection from your TV. For AUX connection ( 7): Select AUX. For HDMI connection ( 7): Select ARC. For DIGITAL AUDIO IN OPTICAL connection ( 7): Select DIGITAL IN. This will be the TV audio setting for VIERA Link HDAVI Control. ( 14)
[Note] If this unit is connected to a HDAVI Control 3 or later compatible TV via HDMI cable, the menu language and TV aspect information will be retrieved via VIERA Link. If this unit is connected to a HDAVI Control 2 compatible TV via HDMI cable, the menu language information will be retrieved via VIERA Link. Settings in the Easy setup can also be changed in the player settings [e.g. language, TV aspect, TV audio ( 16)].

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FM frequency step

Main unit only The step is factory-set to 0.2 MHz, but you can change it to receive broadcasts allocated in 0.1 MHz steps. You may need to change this setting if the tuner seems to skip over the correct frequency for stations in your area. Press [SELECTOR]9 to select FM. Press and hold []8 (Stop).
[Note] Confirm the audio connection to the AUX, HDMI AV OUT or DIGITAL AUDIO IN OPTICAL terminal on the main unit when you select the corresponding sources ( 7). Reduce the volume on the TV to its minimum, and then adjust the volume of the main unit.
Listening to the TV or other devices audio from this units speakers
Preparation Make sure that there is an audio connection between this unit and the TV or other device. ( 7) Turn on the TV or/and other device.
After a few seconds the display changes to show the current minimum frequency. Continue to hold the button down. The minimum frequency changes and the step is changed. e.g. 87.9 (Factory preset) ,# 87.5 To return to the original step, repeat steps 1 and 2. [Note] After changing the setting, previously preset frequencies will be cleared. Preset them again.
Press [RADIO, EXT-IN]5 to choose the source that is used to connect this unit to the TV or other device.

Using the START menu

You can select desired source, change the settings, access playback/ menus, etc., by using the START menu.
Making settings for digital audio input Select to suit the type of audio from the DIGITAL AUDIO IN OPTICAL and HDMI AV OUT terminal on the main unit. Setting must be made for the D-IN and ARC selector. Underlined items are the factory presets. Available settings Mode Setting DUAL: (Only works with Dolby Dual Mono) MAIN+SAP (stereo audio) MAIN SAP SAP = Secondary Audio Program Set PCM FIX mode to OFF to listen to the MAIN or SAP audio. DRC: ON (Dynamic Adjust for clarity even when the volume is low by Range compressing the range of the lowest sound level and Compression) the highest sound level. Convenient for late night viewing. (Only works with Dolby Digital) OFF The full dynamic range of the signal is reproduced. PCM FIX: ON Select when receiving only PCM signals. OFF Select when receiving Dolby Digital and PCM signals. When receiving true 5.1-channel surround sound, select OFF. STB3: SET (CABLE/SAT Select when setting the main unit to switch to AUDIO) D-IN when the input channel of an HDMI connected STB is selected on the TV ( 14, Setting the STB audio for VIERA Link HDAVI Control). OFF Select to cancel this setting.

START menu. 1 Press [START]C to show theControl, the TV also turns on When using VIERA Link HDAVI
when the START menu is displayed. e.g.

DVD/CD Home theater

2 Press [3, 4]9 to select an item and press [OK]9. To exit, press [START]C. 3 Press [3, 4]9 to make the setting and press [OK]9.
When Input select is selected You can select a desired source from the menu. DVD/CD ( 11), FM RADIO ( 8), AUX1 ( below), ARC1 ( below), DIGITAL IN1, 2 ( below), iPod ( 15) 1 (TV) will appear beside AUX, ARC or DIGITAL IN, indicating the TV audio setting for VIERA Link HDAVI Control ( 14). 2 (STB) will appear beside DIGITAL IN, indicating the STB audio setting for VIERA Link HDAVI Control ( 14). When Setup is selected You can change the settings for this unit. ( 16)
Other selectable items The items that are displayed will vary depending on the media and source. When a disc is loaded, you can also access playback or menus from the START menu. e.g. [DVD-V]
DVD/CD Playback Disc TOP MENU (DVD) MENU (DVD) Input select Home theater

Playback/menu access

When the on-screen control panel appears e.g. [DVD-V] (when Playback Disc is selected from the START menu)
1 Press [RADIO, EXT-IN]5 several times to select D-IN or ARC. 2 Press [PLAY MODE]: and then [3, 4]9 to select the mode.
displayed 3 While the selected mode isthe desired setting. Press [2, 1]9 and select
3 Only when D-IN is selected. Be sure to select the devices (STB, etc.) input channel on the TV when making the setting. The device must be connected to the Panasonic TV via an HDMI cable.
You can operate the playback with the indicated controls.
Selecting the source by the remote control
Press [DVD]5 [iPod]5 [RADIO, EXT-IN]5 To select DVD/CD IPOD ( 15) Each time you press the button: FM: ( 8) AUX: For audio input through the AUX terminal. ARC: For audio input through the HDMI AV OUT terminal. D-IN: For audio input through the DIGITAL AUDIO IN OPTICAL terminal. ( right)

Input select Setup

To change the surround sound effects and sound mode, refer to Enjoying sound effects from all speakers ( 10). If your Panasonic TV is VIERA Link compatible, refer to Using the VIERA LinkTM HDAVI ControlTM ( 14) for other related functions.

Playing DVD-R/-RW (DVD-VR) discs
[DVD-VR] Titles appear only if the titles are recorded on the disc. You cannot edit programs, play lists and disc titles. Playing the programs
1 While stopped, press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]8. e.g.
PG DATE LENGTH TITLE LIVE CONCERT AUTO ACTION 10/: : 02:15 12/: : 25 01:30
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

PLAY SPEED

[DVD-VR] [DVD-V] To change play speed from k0.6 to k1.4 (in 0.1-unit steps) Press [1 PLAY]6 to return to normal play. After you change the speed Dolby Pro Logic II has no effect. Audio output switches to 2-channel stereo. Sampling frequency of 96 kHz is converted to 48 kHz. This function may not work depending on the discs recording.
4]9 program and press [OK]9. 2 Press [3, 1]9 toto select thepage. Press [2, skip page by
Playing a play list This works only when the disc contains a play list.
1 While stopped, press [PLAY LIST]7. e.g.
PL DATE LENGTH TITLE CITY PENGUIN FOOTBALL 11 / : : 00:01 12/: 01: 20 01:20

REPEAT MODE

( 11, Repeat play) A-B Repeat (To repeat a specified section) Except [JPEG] [DVD-VR] (Still picture part) [VCD] (SVCD) Press [OK]9 at the starting and ending points. Select OFF to cancel.
4]9 play 2 Press [3, 1]9 toto select thepage. list and press [OK]9. Press [2, skip page by
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SUBTITLE

[DVD-V] (with multiple subtitles) [VCD] (SVCD only) To select subtitle language On iR/iRW, a subtitle number may be shown for subtitles that are not displayed. [DVD-VR] (with subtitle on/off information) To select ON or OFF This may not work depending on the disc.

Menu 4 (HDMI)

HDMI STATUS
To show HDMI information e.g. [DVD-V]
HDMI INFORMATION CONNECTED STATE CONNECTED AUDIO STREAM PCM MAX CHANNEL 2ch VIDEO FORMAT 720p COLOR SPACE YCbCr 4 : 4 : 4
[DVD-V] (with multiple angles) To select a video angle

DATE DISPLAY

[JPEG] To select ON or OFF for pictures date display

ROTATION

[JPEG] To rotate a picture (during pause) 0,------. 90,------.180,------.270 ^--------------------------------------------J

HD ENHANCER

This works when the HDMI connection is being used with VIDEO PRIORITY ( 17, HDMI menu) set to ON. To sharpen the 720p, 1080i and 1080p picture quality OFF, 1 (weakest) to 3 (strongest)

Menu 2 (Video)

PICTURE MODE
NORMAL CINEMA1: CINEMA2: DYNAMIC: ANIMATION: Mellows images and enhances detail in dark scenes. Sharpens images and enhances detail in dark scenes. Enhances the contrast for powerful images. Suitable for animation.

VIDEO FORMAT

This works when the HDMI connection is being used with VIDEO PRIORITY ( 17, HDMI menu) set to ON. To select suitable picture quality with your TV (Video recordings will be converted to, and output as, high-definition video.) 480p/720p/1080p (progressive) 480i/1080i (interlaced) If the picture is distorted, press and hold [CANCEL]4 until the picture is displayed correctly. (The output will return to 480p.)
To select zoom sizes NORMAL, AUTO ([DVD-VR] [DVD-V] [VCD]), k2, k4 [JPEG]: during pause

COLOR SPACE

This works when the HDMI connection is being used with VIDEO PRIORITY ( 17, HDMI menu) set to ON. To select suitable picture color with your TV YCbCr 4:2:2 Luminance and color details are sent separately. Most of the picture details are in luminance. The color rate is much higher than composite video. Compatible with all TV models. YCbCr 4:4:4 All color details are sent. Luminance and color details are in the same signal. RGB Component video type of signal. Terms are descriptions of the sample formats used in digital video. YCbCr is a video signal for luminance (Y), blue (Cb) and red (Cr) details. An mark will appear if compatible with your TV. If the picture color is distorted, press and hold [CANCEL]4 until the picture color is displayed correctly.

TRANSFER MODE

If you have chosen 480p/720p/1080p or 1080i [VIDEO FORMAT in Menu 4 (HDMI)] select the method of conversion for progressive output to suit the type of material. The setting will return to AUTO1 when the disc tray is opened, the unit is turned off or another source is selected. AUTO1: AUTO2: VIDEO: Automatically detects the film and video content, and appropriately converts it. In addition to AUTO1, automatically detects film contents with different frame rates and appropriately converts it. Select if the video content is distorted when using AUTO1 or AUTO2.

Menu 3 (Audio)

DIALOGUE ENHANCER
To make the dialogue in movies easier to hear [DVD-V] (Dolby Digital, DTS, 3-channel or higher, with the dialogue recorded in the center channel) OFF, ON
1 Connection status 2 Shows the output signal type. (When OFF is selected in AUDIO OUT ( will be displayed.) 3 Shows the number of audio channels. 4 ( below, VIDEO FORMAT) 5 ( below, COLOR SPACE)

17, HDMI menu),

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Using the VIERA LinkTM HDAVI ControlTM
What is VIERA Link HDAVI Control
VIERA Link HDAVI Control VIERA LinkTM is a new name for EZ SyncTM. VIERA Link HDAVI Control is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this unit, and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) under 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. VIERA Link HDAVI Control, based on the control functions provided by HDMI which is an industry standard known as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique function that we have developed and added. As such, its operation with other manufacturers equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed. This unit supports HDAVI Control 5 function. HDAVI Control 5 is the newest standard (current as of December, 2009) for Panasonics HDAVI Control compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with Panasonics conventional HDAVI equipment. Please refer to individual manuals for other manufacturers equipment supporting VIERA Link function. The TV with HDAVI Control 2 or later function enables the following operation: Easy control only with VIERA remote control (for HDAVI Control 2 or later) ( 15). Preparation Confirm that the HDMI connection has been made ( 7). Set VIERA Link to ON ( 17, HDMI menu). To complete and activate the connection correctly, turn on all VIERA Link HDAVI Control compatible equipment and set the TV to the corresponding HDMI input mode for this unit. Setting the TV audio for VIERA Link HDAVI Control Select AUX1, ARC1 or D-IN1, 2 to work with the linked operations. Refer to TV audio setting in Easy setup ( 8) or TV AUDIO in HDMI menu ( 17). Confirm the audio connection to the AUX terminal (for AUX1), HDMI AV OUT terminal (for ARC1) or DIGITAL AUDIO IN OPTICAL terminal (for D-IN1, 2) ( 7). Setting the STB audio for VIERA Link HDAVI Control Select D-IN1, 2 to work with the linked operations. Refer to STB setting in Making settings for digital audio input ( 9). Confirm the audio connection to the DIGITAL AUDIO IN OPTICAL terminal (for D-IN) ( 7). Whenever the connection or settings are changed, reconfirm the points above. 1 AUX, ARC or D-IN (DIGITAL IN) works depending on the TV audio setting ( above, Setting the TV audio for VIERA Link HDAVI Control). 2 D-IN (DIGITAL IN) works depending on the STB audio setting ( above, Setting the STB audio for VIERA Link HDAVI Control).

Auto input switching (Power on link) When the following operations are performed, the TV will automatically switch the input channel and display the corresponding action. Additionally when the TV is off, the TV will automatically turn on: When play starts on the unit When an action that uses the display screen is performed (e.g., START menu) When you switch the TV input to TV tuner mode, this unit will automatically switch to AUX1, ARC1 or D-IN1, 2. (For IPOD mode, this works only in iPod music mode, or when iPod is not connected.) When you start disc play, the TV will automatically switch its input mode for this unit. Power off link All connected equipment compatible with HDAVI Control, including this unit, automatically turn off when you switch the TV off. To continue audio playback even when the TV is turned off, select VIDEO ( 17, POWER OFF LINK in HDMI menu). [Note] When you press []1, only this unit turns off. Other connected equipment compatible with VIERA Link HDAVI Control stays on. For details, refer also to the operating instructions for your TV. Speaker control You can select whether audio is output from this units speakers or the TV speakers by using the TV menu settings. For details, refer to the operating instructions for your TV. Home theater This units speakers are active. When you turn on this unit, this units speakers will be automatically activated. When this unit is in standby mode, changing the TV speakers to this units speakers in the TV menu will automatically turn this unit on and select AUX1, ARC1 or D-IN1, 2 as the source. The TV speakers are automatically muted. You can control the volume setting using the volume or mute button on the TVs remote control. (The volume level is displayed on the main units display.) To cancel muting, you can also use this units remote control ( 4). If you turn off this unit, TV speakers will be automatically activated. TV TV speakers are active. The volume of this unit is set to 0. This function works only when DVD/CD, AUX1, ARC1 or D-IN1, 2 is selected as the source on this unit. Audio output is 2-channel audio. When switching between this unit speakers and TV speakers, the TV screen may be blank for several seconds.
What you can do with HDAVI Control
Auto lip sync (Available when using VIERA Link HDAVI Control with HDAVI Control 3 or later compatible TV) This function automatically provides synchronized audio and video output. (This works only when the source is DVD/CD, AUX1, ARC1 or D-IN1, 2.) When using DVD/CD as the source, set TIME DELAY in VIDEO menu to 0 ms/AUTO ( 16). One touch play You can turn the main unit and the TV on, and start playing a disc with a single press of a button. (Remote control only)
During standby mode, press [1 PLAY]6 to start disc playback.

This units speakers will be automatically activated ( right).
[Note] Playback may not be immediately displayed on the TV. If you miss the beginning portion of playback, press [SKIP:]6 or [SEARCH6]6 to go back to where playback started.
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Easy control only with VIERA remote control (for HDAVI Control 2 or later)
You can control the playback menus of this unit with the TVs remote control. When operating the TVs remote control, refer to the below illustration for operation buttons. 1 Select this units operation menu by using the TV menu settings. (For details, refer to the operating instructions for your TV.) The START menu will be shown. e.g. [DVD-V]
3 Press [iPod]5 to select IPOD. units display mode. The iPod automatically switches to this
iPod Music Playlists Artists Albums Home theater
4 Press [FUNCTIONS]D to select the menu. Each time you press the button:
Music menu --------------------) Video menu ^--- iPod menu (iPod LCD) (-} When using the START menu in IPOD mode e.g.
iPod Music Videos All (iPod display) Input select iPod Information Home theater
2 Select the desired item on the START menu (
When the on-screen control panel appears e.g. [DVD-V] (when Playback Disc is selected from the START menu.)

Enjoying music/videos

1 Press [FUNCTIONS]D to select music or video menu on the TV.
You can operate the playback with the indicated controls. The on-screen control panel can also be shown by using a button on the TVs remote control (e.g. [SUB MENU]). This works only during DVD/CD playback and resume modes or, while the iPod music playback screen is displayed on the TV. [Note] Depending on the menu, some button operations cannot be performed from the TVs remote control. You cannot input numbers with the numbered buttons on the TVs remote control ([0] to [9]). Use this units remote control to select the play list etc.
4]9 item 2 Press [3, 1]9 toto select an page. and press [OK]9. Press [2, skip page by
To return to the previous screen, press [RETURN]E. Play starts from the selected song or video. e.g. music playback screen
Playback condition Song Artist Album
3 of 20 Good morning Ronaldo Happy days 2:43

Home theater

Shuffle mode Repeat mode

Current position

These icons will only appear for music mode. : Song shuffle : Album shuffle : Repeat 1 song : Repeat all

Using the iPod

You can enjoy iPod music through this units speakers or view iPod videos/photos on the TV. Preparation To view photos/videos from the iPod Ensure the video connection to the VIDEO OUT terminal on this unit ( 7). Operate the iPod menu to make the appropriate photo/video output settings for your TV. (Refer to operating instructions of your iPod.) To display the picture, turn on the TV and select the appropriate video input mode. Before connecting/disconnecting the iPod, turn the main unit off or reduce the volume of the main unit to its minimum.

DISC menu

Choose the audio language. FRENCH SPANISH ENGLISH ORIGINAL1 OTHER 2
Choose the subtitle language. ENGLISH AUTO3 OTHER 2 FRENCH SPANISH
Choose the language for disc menus. ENGLISH FRENCH SPANISH OTHER The original language designated on the disc is selected. 2 Input the appropriate code from the language code list ( 19). 3 If the language selected for AUDIO is not available, subtitles appear in that language (if available on the disc).

RATINGS

Set a rating level to limit DVD-Video play. Setting ratings (When level 8 is selected) 0 LOCK ALL: To prevent play of discs without rating levels. 1 to NO LIMIT When you select your ratings level, a password screen is shown. Follow the on-screen instructions. Do not forget your password. A message screen will be shown if a DVD-Video disc exceeding the rating level is inserted in the unit. Follow the on-screen instructions.

PASSWORD

Change the password for RATINGS. SETTING To change ratings (When level 0 to 7 is selected) CHANGE: Follow the on-screen instructions.

VIDEO menu

TV ASPECT
Choose the setting to suit your TV. 16:9: Widescreen TV (16:9) 4:3PAN&SCAN: Regular aspect TV (4:3) The sides of the widescreen picture are cut off so it fills the screen (unless prohibited by the disc). 4:3LETTERBOX: Regular aspect TV (4:3) Widescreen picture is shown in the letterbox style.
Changing the player settings
1 Press [DVD]5 to select DVD/CD. 2 Press [START]C to show the START menu. 3 Press [3, 4]9 to select Setup and press [OK]9.

TIME DELAY

4 Press [3, 4]9 to select menu and press [OK]9.
Display the current setting of the items below
DISC CURRENT SETTINGS AUDIO SUBTITLE MENUS RATINGS PASSWORD ENGLISH AUTO ENGLISH 8 NO LIMIT
When connected with a Plasma display, adjust if you notice the audio is out of sync with the video. 0 ms/AUTO 20 ms 40 ms 60 ms 80 ms 100 ms When using VIERA Link HDAVI Control with HDAVI Control 3 or later compatible TV ( 14), select 0 ms/AUTO. Audio and video will automatically be set in sync.

STILL MODE

Specify the type of picture shown when paused. AUTO FIELD: The picture is not blurred, but picture quality is lower. FRAME: Overall quality is high, but the picture may appear blurred.

Setting

Press [3, 4]9 to make the settings and press [OK]9.
Press [3, 4]9 to select the item and press [OK]9.
To return to the previous screen, press [RETURN]E. To exit the screen, press [START]C. The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby.

BLACK LEVEL

Change the black level of the picture. LIGHTER DARKER

C L SW C R

: Actual speaker position : Ideal speaker position : Primary listening distance Approximate room dimensions

TV AUDIO

Select the TV audio input to work with the VIERA Link operations ( AUX ARC DIGITAL IN 14).
Circle of constant primary listening distance
If either distance a or b is less than c, find the difference in the table and change to the recommended setting. a Center speaker Difference (Approx.) Setting 30 cm (1 foot) 1ms 60 cm (2 feet) 2ms 90 cm (3 feet) 3ms 120 cm (4 feet) 4ms 150 cm (5 feet) 5ms b Surround speaker Difference (Approx.) Setting 150 cm (5 feet) 5ms 300 cm (10 feet) 10ms 450 cm (15 feet) 15ms

OTHERS menu

SLIDE SHOW TIME
Set the speed of the slideshow. Factory preset: 3 SEC 1 SEC to 15 SEC (in 1-unit steps) 15 SEC to 60 SEC (in 5-unit steps) 60 SEC to 180 SEC (in 30-unit steps)

FL DIMMER

Change the brightness of the units display. BRIGHT DIM: The display is dimmed. AUTO: The display is dimmed, but brightens when you perform some operations.
SETTINGS: C DELAY (Center Delay): 0ms, 1ms, 2ms, 3ms, 4ms, 5ms Select the delay time for your center speaker. LS/RS DELAY (Left Surround/Right Surround Delay): 0ms, 5ms, 10ms, 15ms Select the delay time for your surround speakers. TEST TONE: SETTING Use the test tone for speaker level adjustments ( 10, Adjusting the speaker output level manually).

FL CONTROL

ON (VOL 0): OFF The units display will turn off when the volume is adjusted to 0.

DISPLAY menu

LANGUAGE
Choose the language for the on-screen messages. FRANAIS ESPAOL ENGLISH

SET ( 8)

DVD-VR/DATA
Select to play only DVD-VR or DATA format. DVD-VR: To play the video programs on DVD-R/-RW. DATA: To play the data files on DVD-R/-RW.

HDMI menu

VIDEO PRIORITY
When using the HDMI AV OUT terminal for video output. The resolution of the video output from the HDMI AV OUT terminal is optimized according to the capability of the connected equipment (e.g. TV). OFF: When not using the HDMI AV OUT terminal for video output. ON:

REMOTE 1 or REMOTE 2

Match the modes on the main unit and remote control. Depending on the number being displayed (1 or 2), press and hold [OK]9 and the corresponding numbered button ([1] or [2]) for at least 2 seconds. ( 4)
Program and Random play do not work. [DVD-V]
These functions do not work with some DVD-Videos.
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Play does not start.

This unit may not play WMA that contains still picture data. If a disc contains CD-DA and other formats, proper playback may not be possible.

iPod operation

Cannot charge or operate.
Check that the iPod is connected firmly. ( 15) The battery of the iPod is depleted. Charge the iPod, and then operate again.

No subtitles.

Display the subtitles. (SUBTITLE in Menu 1) ( 13)
Cannot display iPod photos/videos on the TV.
Ensure the video connection to the VIDEO OUT terminal on this unit. ( 7) Operate the iPod menu to make the appropriate photo/video output settings for your TV. (Refer to operating instructions for your iPod.)
Point B is automatically set.
The end of an item becomes point B when it is reached.
The Setup menu cannot be accessed.
Select DVD/CD as the source.

HDMI progressive video

There is ghosting when HDMI progressive output is on.
This problem is caused by the editing method or material used on DVD-Video, but should be corrected if you use interlaced output. When using the HDMI AV OUT terminal, set VIDEO FORMAT in Menu 4 to 480i. Or, disable the HDMI connection and use the other video connection. ( 7, 13)

Sound is distorted.

Noise may occur when playing WMA. When using the HDMI output, audio may not be output from other terminals.

Effects do not work.

Some audio effects do not work or have less effect with some discs.
Closed captions not displayed.
When HDMI progressive output is used, closed captions will not be displayed.
Humming is heard during play.
An AC power supply cord or fluorescent light is near the main unit. Keep other appliances and cables away from the main unit.
Distorted sound or noise is heard.
Adjust the position of the FM antenna. Use an outdoor antenna. ( 6) Turn the TV off or move it away from the unit.

No sound.

There may be a slight pause in sound when you change the play speed. If the input source is bitstream, set the sound setting to PCM on the external equipment.

No sound from the TV.

If the TV is not ARC compatible and only the HDMI connection is used, an extra audio connection is necessary. ( 7) Confirm the audio connection. Press [RADIO, EXT-IN]5 to select the corresponding source. ( 7, 9) When using the HDMI connection, ensure that AUDIO OUT in the HDMI menu is set to ON. ( 17)

Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions
This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The 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, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than a Factory Service Center or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.
Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.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 9am-9pm 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

As of November 2009

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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 remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase. Technics Audio Product Panasonic Portable / Clock Radio (without Tape, CD, MD) Panasonic Audio / SD Audio Product Panasonic DVD Product Panasonic Combination DVD Player / VCR Panasonic Combination DVD Recorder / VCR Accessories including rechargeable batteries One (1) year, parts and labour One (1) year, parts and labour One (1) year, parts and labour One (1) year, parts and labour 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 ASSISTANCE, please contact: Our Customer Care Centre: Telephone #: 1-800 #: Fax #: Email link:

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