Panasonic Dvd Ls855 Operating Instructions Manual

							
RQT9201-P
Operating Instructions
Portable DVD/CD Player
Model No.     DVD-LS865
DVD-LS855
Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Please keep this manual for fu ture reference.
If you have any questions contact
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
The warranty can be found on page 19.
Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions are of DVD-LS865.
Region numberThe player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number “ 1” or “ ALL”.Example:
   
 2 4
1 
 
 
 ALL 
   
 1 
P
until 
2008/3/10
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IMPORTANT SAFETY 
INSTRUCTIONS
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow 
the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions 
listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future 
reference.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat 
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that 
produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type 
plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. 
A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. 
The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the 
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for 
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly 
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit 
from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table 
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the 
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when 
moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid 
injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or 
when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is 
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such 
as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or 
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been 
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been 
dropped.The following mark and symbols are located on bottom of the unit.
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.
≥USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.≥DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE 
ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER 
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION!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.
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.
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily 
accessible.
The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily 
operable.
To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, 
disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC receptacle.
Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of units.
FCC Note:
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 user’s authority to operate this device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is 
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause 
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference 
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Responsible Party:
Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support Contact:
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
Telephone No.: 1-800-211-7262
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO 
NOT REMOVE SCREWS. 
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an 
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the 
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the 
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude 
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is 
intended to alert the user to the presence of important 
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in 
the literature accompanying the appliance.
Do not play your headphones or earphones at a high volume. Hearing 
experts advise against continuous extended play.
If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume or discontinue 
use.
Do not use while operating a motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic 
hazard and is illegal in many areas.
You should use extreme caution or temporarily discontinue use in 
potentially hazardous situations.
Even if your headphones or earphones are the open-air type 
designed to let you hear outside sounds, don’t turn up the volume so 
high that you can’t hear what’s around you.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” 
adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds “normal” can 
actually be loud and harmful to your hearing.
Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE 
your hearing adapts.
To establish a safe level:
≥Start your volume control at a low setting.≥Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and 
clearly, and without distortion.
Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
≥Leave it there.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
ELECTRONIC INDUSTRIES  ASSOCIATION EST. 1924
Listening caution
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Getting started
Table of contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Accessories  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Discs that can be played . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Playing discs  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Useful functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Playing CD using menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Playing programs/playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Playing HighMAT
TM discs  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Playing WMA/MP3, JPEG and MPEG4/DivX  . . . . . . . . . . . 8
About DivX VOD content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Tips for making data discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Using On-Screen Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Changing the player settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Enjoying in a car  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Using this unit with other equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Troubleshooting guide  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   19
Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   19
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Back cover
Accessories
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for 
replacement parts.
(Product numbers correct as of February 2008. These 
may be subject to change.)
To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 19.
∑ 1 Audio/video cable (K2KC4CB00026) [DVD-LS865]∑ 1 AC adaptor (RFEA218C)≥For use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment.
Also, do not use cords for other equipment with this unit.
∑ 1 Car DC Adaptor (RFEC204M-AB)∑ 1 Headrest Mounting Bracket (RXQ1405A)∑ 1 Rechargeable battery pack
≥Depending on the battery pack, playback time may differ. 
[➜4, Approximate recharging and play times (Hours)]
≥[DVD-LS855] CGR-H711 is not available as option. When 
purchasing a replacement, request one of the optional batteries 
listed above. To prevent damage
Avoid the following:
≥Spraying flammable insecticides near the unit.≥Pressing the LCD.≥Touching the lens and other parts of the laser pickup.
Do not use the unit in the following places:
≥Sandy places such as beaches.≥On top of cushions, sofas, or hot equipment such as amplifiers.
Do not leave in an unventilated automobile or exposed to direct 
sunlight and high temperatures.
WARNINGDRIVER MUST NOT OPERATE OR VIEW THIS UNIT WHILE 
OPERATING THE VEHICLE.
Doing so will distract the driver and could cause a collision resulting in 
serious injury or property damage.
Do not rest the unit on your lap for a long time while using it. The 
unit can become hot and cause burns.
Batteries1Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)≥Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack.≥Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the 
specified unit.
≥Do not use the player outside if it is snowing or raining. (The 
battery pack is not waterproof.)
≥Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the 
terminals.
≥Do not touch the plug terminals (i and j) with metal objects.≥Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.≥Do not heat or expose to flame.≥Do not leave the battery pack in an automobile exposed to direct 
sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, 
wash it off thoroughly with water.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub 
the eyes.
Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.
2 Disposing of the batteriesCheck and follow your local regulations before disposal.
A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the 
product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-
BATTERY for information on how to recycle this 
battery.
AC adaptorThis AC adaptor operates on AC between 100 V and 240 V.
But
≥In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a 
120 V AC power supply only.
≥When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, 
use a plug adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration.
Wa rn i n gRisk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 
60xC (140xF) or incinerate.
CAUTIONDanger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only 
with the same or equivalent type recommended by the 
manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the 
manufacturer’s instructions.
RBRC
Li-ion
TM
(Bottom of product)
Getting started
 Preparations
1Attaching the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2Recharging the battery  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
3Adjusting the LCD angle  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Playback
Settings
Enjoying in various situations
Reference
Included Optional
[DVD-LS865]CGR-H712
CGR-H701
CGR-H712
[DVD-LS855] CGR-H711
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Preparations
1Attaching the battery
2Recharging the battery
The battery is not charged at the time of purchase. Charge before initial use.
3Adjusting the LCD angle
(When the unit is off)
The illustrations shown are of CGR-H712; however the steps for CGR-H711 (included with [DVD-LS855]) 
or CGR-H701 (optional) are the same.
∫Detaching≥Turn the unit off before detaching the 
battery pack.
When not using for long periods of time≥Remove the battery pack (➜ above). 
(Even when the unit is turned off, there is a small amount of voltage running through the unit, and this may result in a malfunction.)
≥Recharge the battery for re-use.
≥When moving the unit : Close the 
LCD. Don’t hold by the LCD.
≥Functions operated by buttons on 
the unit will not work when the LCD 
is closed.
Approximate recharging and play times (Hours)
Battery packRecharging
(When the unit is off)
[at 20
oC (68oF)]
Play 
(at room temperature using headphones)*1included with [DVD-LS855] (not 
available as option)
*2included with [DVD-LS865]≥The times indicated on the left 
may differ depending on use.
≥To change the LCD brightness 
(➜7, When selecting “USER 
MODE”).
LCD brightness levelLCD Offj50 5
CGR-H711*146 3.5 2.58
CGR-H712*2 7137516
CGR-H701 (option)45.53 27
RELEASE
DETACH ATTACH
Clicks into place
Check to make sure it is securely fastened. Battery pack Bottom side of this unitRELEASE
DETACH ATTACH
RELEASE
DETACH ATTACH
1 Press and hold2
DC IN
To household AC outlet AC adaptor (included)The unit is in the standby condition (the [
Í] 
indicator lights) when the AC adaptor is 
connected. The primary circuit is always “live” 
as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an 
electrical outlet.
To conserve power
This unit consumes 0.4 W of power even 
when turned off. When the unit is not going to 
be used for a long time, disconnect the AC 
adaptor from the household AC outlet.
*Only when recharged with the unit off.
[
Í] 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. [
Í]goes out ➜lights*
[CHG]lights➜goes out
ÍCHGFinished
Started
≥You can also use this unit without charging while 
connecting the AC adaptor.
≥You can also use this unit without charging while 
connecting Car DC Adaptor. (➜15, Connecting the 
included Car DC Adaptor)Recharging time:➜below, Approximate recharging and play times (Hours)
When finished, disconnect the AC adaptor.
Standard
Compact
Slide Open the LCDFree
Clicks!
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When the unit is on (➜6) and powered by the battery packPress [DISPLAY] to check on the LCD (Displays for a few seconds).
Discs that can be played
Commercial discs
Recorded disc (
±: Available —: Not available)
≥It may not be possible to play the above discs in all cases due to the type of discs, the condition of the recording, the recording method and how 
the files were created (➜9, Tips for making data discs).
*1This unit can play CD-R/RW recorded with CD-DA or Video CD format. ([WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] This unit also plays HighMAT discs.)*2Discs recorded on DVD recorders, DVD video cameras, etc. using Version 1.1 of the Video Recording Format (a unified video recording standard).
For DVD-R DL: Discs recorded on DVD recorders or DVD video cameras, etc. using Version 1.2 of the Video Recording Format (a unified video 
recording standard).
*3Discs recorded on DVD recorders or DVD video cameras, etc. using DVD-Video Format.
For iR/iRW and iR DL: Discs recorded using a format different from DVD-Video Format, therefore some functions cannot be used.
*4A process that allows play on compatible equipment. To play a disc that is displayed as “Necessary” on this unit, the disc must first be finalized on 
the device it was recorded on.
*5Closing the session will also work.
Checking the remaining battery charge
Disc
LogoIndicated in these 
instructions byRemarks∫Discs that cannot be playedBlu-ray, HD DVD, discs recorded with AVCHD 
format, DVD-Audio, Version 1.0 of DVD-RW, DVD-
ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, SACD, Photo CD, 
DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from their 
cartridges, 2.6-GB and 5.2-GB DVD-RAM, PAL 
discs and “Chaoji VCD” available on the market 
including CVD, DVCD and SVCD that do not 
conform to IEC62107. DVD -Video
[DVD-V]High quality movie and music 
discs
Video CD
[VCD]Music discs with video
Including SVCD (Conforming to 
IEC62107)
CD
[CD]Music discs
Disc
LogoRecorded on a DVD 
recorder, etc.Recorded on a personal computer, etc.
Necessity of finalize*
4
[DVD-VR]*2[DVD-V]*3[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX]
DVD-RAM
±——±± ± ±Not Necessary
DVD-R/RW
±±—±± ± ±Necessary
DVD-R DL
±±——— — —Necessary
iR/iRW
—(
±)——— — —Necessary
—
iR DL
—(
±)——— — —Necessary
—
CD-R/RW*
1——±±± ± ±Necessary*5—
Note about using a DualDisc
≥The digital audio content side of a DualDisc does not meet the technical specifications of the Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA) format so 
play may not be possible.
≥Do not use a DualDisc in this unit as it may not be possible to insert it correctly and it may get scratched or scraped.
(screen)Recharge 
Appears automatically when there is only a few minutes of charge 
remaining. (flashing)
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Playba ck
Playing discs
≥To change the language on the display (➜13, Menu Language)≥To play audio ([MP3]), picture ([JPEG]) or video ([MPEG4] [DivX]) on DVD-RAM with recorded titles ([DVD-VR]), select “Play as Data Disc” (➜12, Other 
Menu).
≥While stopped, the unit automatically turns off once about 15 minutes (about 5 minutes when using the battery pack) have elapsed.≥Total title number may not be displayed properly on iR/iRW.≥If you are experiencing problems, refer to troubleshooting guide (➜16).NoteDISCS CONTINUE TO ROTATE WHILE MENUS ARE DISPLAYED. Press [∫–OFF] when you finish to preserve the unit’s motor.
Operations
Open the lid.
Insert a disc and close the lid.
≥Load double-sided discs so the label for the side you 
want to play is facing up.
≥DVD-RAM: Remove discs from their cartridges 
before use.
≥Some discs start to play automatically when the unit 
is on.
Press and hold. The unit turns on and play begins.≥When “AUX” is displayed, press [AV SELECT] to 
select “DISC”.
(➜15, Watching video from other equipment)
Adjust the volume.When using headphones, turn down the volume before 
connection.
Turn unit on/playWhen the unit is off:
Press and hold and the power comes on and play begins.
When the unit is on:
Press and play begins.
PausePress [
1ON] to restart play.
StopThe position is memorized when “Press PLAY to resume play” appears on the screen.
≥Press [1ON] to resume. (Resume play)
Opening the disc lid or pressing [∫–OFF] while “Press PLAY to resume play” is displayed on the 
screen cancels the memorized position.
Turn unit offPress and hold until “OFF” is displayed.
SkipPress [
:,9]. 
[DVD-VR] Can also skip to the markers.
SearchPress and hold [
:,9] (up to 5 steps).
Press [1ON] to return to normal play.
Slow play[DVD-VR] [DVD-V] [VCD]
Press and hold [
:,9] (up to 5 steps) while paused.
Press [1ON] to return to normal play.
[VCD] [9] only 
To p  m e n u[DVD-V]
Playing programs[DVD-VR] (➜7)
Playback Menu[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX] (➜8)
Menu[DVD-V]
Playing playlists[DVD-VR] (➜7)
Navigation Menu[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX] (➜8)
ReturnReturns to the previous screen.
[VCD] (with playback control) Returns to the menu.
Menu operationPress [
3421] to select an item and press [ENTER] to confirm.
Number Select[VCD] (with playback control)
1While the disc menu is displayed, 
press [DISPLAY] to display On-Screen Menus.
2Press [
34] to select “Number Select”.
3Press [1] then [34] to enter number.≥Press and hold [34] to alter faster.
4Press [ENTER].
Frame-by-frame[DVD-VR]
 [DVD-V] [VCD]
While paused, press [21]. 
[VCD] [1] only
Group skip[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX]
Press [
34].≥Does not work while paused.
AV SELECT
Headphone terminals [Ë]
‡ 3.5 mm (1/8q) stereo mini jackOPEN
Click 
into 
place

ON
VOL
ON
OFF
TOP MENU
MENU
RETURN
ENTER
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Playback
Useful functions
∫When selecting “USER MODE”
≥[MPEG4] [DivX] Video and audio information is not displayed during 
search.
≥To exit the screen: Press [RETURN].
(Only when the elapsed play time can be displayed. [JPEG]: you can 
use even if there is no elapsed time display.)
Playing CD using menus
[CD]
Titles appear with CD text playback.
Playing programs/playlists[DVD-VR]≥Titles appear only if they have been entered.≥You cannot edit playlists and titles.
Selecting how to show 4:3 aspect pictures 
on the LCD
Press to 
change.MONITOR NORMAL:Normal
MONITOR FULL:Stretched horizontally
MONITOR OFF:No picture≥If you are not using the LCD on this unit, select 
“MONITOR OFF” to conserve power. (The [Í] indicator 
flashes.)
≥The LCD turns off automatically if you close it.
Selecting the picture quality on the LCD
Press to change.DAYLIGHT:Displays the picture a bit brighter.
MOONLIGHT:Displays the picture a bit darker.
USER MODE:
➜ below 
Press [34] to select the item, and [21] to 
change the setting.
BRIGHT:Adjusts the brightness of the picture (s5 
to 5)
COLOR:Adjusts the shade of the picture’s color 
(s5 to 5)
≥To exit the screen: Press [RETURN].
Displaying current playback condition 
(Quick OSD)
∫Basics
Press twice.
∫Details
Press three times.
Repeat play 
During play, 
press several times to 
select the content to be 
repeated.
LCD-SIZE
BRIGHT-LCD
ENTER
DISPLAY
ChapterTitleTime
e.g. [DVD-V]
Playback 
condition
Current positionElapsed play time Current playback number
DISPLAY
Details
   Title Total Time
Audio
Subtitle
Angle
Source Aspect
e.g. [DVD-V]
See page 10
See page 10
Seepage10
Aspect of current
playback title
Total play time of current playback title
REPEATRepeat
Menu
Off
MENU1
XXX to exitXXX to select and press XXX
Disc Title
DiscArtist
Track Title
Tr a c k A r t i s t
1
Press [DISPLAY] to switch between guide messages and the 
playback condition indicator.e.g. CD text
Press [34] to select the track and press 
[ENTER].
≥To exit the screen: Press [RETURN].
ENTER
2
Direct Navigator
MON Date No.
OnContents
XXX to exit
Title
XXX to selectWED
TUE
WED
THU
TOP MENU
Date No. Total Time TitlePlaylist
XXX to exitXXX to select and press XXX
1To play programs:To play playlists: ≥Only when the disc contains a 
playlist.
MENU
ENTER
2Press [34] to select the program or 
playlist and press [ENTER].
≥Press [1] to show the contents of the program (only when 
playing the program).
≥To exit the screen: Press [RETURN].
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Playing HighMATTM discs[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]
Playing WMA/MP3, JPEG 
and MPEG4/DivX
[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX] 
Select “Play as Data Disc” (➜12, Other Menu) in the following cases:
– To play HighMAT discs without using the HighMAT function
– To play audio ([MP3]), picture ([JPEG]) or video ([MPEG4] [DivX]) on 
DVD-RAM with recorded titles ([DVD-VR])
≥To return to playing titles ([DVD-VR]), select “Play as DVD-VR” in “Other 
Menu” (➜12).
≥To listen to WMA/MP3 while showing a JPEG image on the 
screen 
Select a JPEG file first, and then select WMA/MP3. (The opposite 
order is not effective.)
≥To exit the screen: Press [MENU].
∫Using the submenuWhile the navigation menu (➜ see above) is displayed.1Press [DISPLAY].2 Press [34] to select the sub menu and press 
[ENTER].
While the menu is displayed Press [3421] to select items and press 
[ENTER].ENTER
Menu:Takes you to the next menu which shows playlists or another 
menu.
Playlist:Play starts.
≥To return to the menu screen, press [TOP MENU] then press 
[RETURN] several times.
≥To change the menu background, press [DISPLAY]. The 
background changes to the one recorded on the disc.
≥To display/exit the screen: press [TOP MENU].Selecting from the list1. Press [MENU].
2. Press [2] then [34] to switch among “Playlist”, “Group” and 
“Content” lists.
3. Press [
1] then [34] to select an item and press [ENTER].
≥To exit the screen: Press [MENU].
Playlist
Group
ContentAll By Artist
XXX to play XXX to selectXXX to exit
Content title No.Playlist
Playing items in order (Playback Menu)
While the menu is displayedPress [34] to select “All”, “Audio”, 
“Picture” or “Video” and press [ENTER]. 
≥To display/exit the screen:
Press [TOP MENU].
Playing from the selected item (Navigation 
Menu)
1
Press once.
2Press [3421] to select the 
group and press [ENTER].
≥To play content in the group in order: 
Press [ENTER].
≥To start play from the selected 
content:
Press [
34] to select and press 
[ENTER].
ENTER
Playback MenuAllTo t a lAudioTo t a lPicture
To t a lVideoTo t a lXXX to select and press XXX
All content
 WMA/MP3
JPEG
MPEG4 and DivX video
MENU
ENTER
Navigation Menu
XXX to display the sub menuGroupContentXXX to exit
Group and content number currently playing
Number currently selected
Content
GroupJPEG
WMA/MP3 
MPEG4 and DivX video
Submenu
Multi
All
Help display
Previous group
List
Tr e e
Thumbnail
Next group
Video Audio
Picture
Find
Content only
Groups only
Thumbnail images [JPEG]
All content
WMA/MP3 only
To switch between guide messages and the 
playback condition indicator
To search by group or content title (➜9) Groups and content
To the previous group To the next group
JPEG only
MPEG4 and DivX video only 
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Playback
∫Searching by a group or content titlePress [21] to highlight a group title to search a group, or a content title 
to search its content.
1Select “Find” and press [ENTER]. (➜8, Using the 
submenu)
2 Press [34] to select a character and press [ENTER].≥Repeat to enter another character.≥Lower case is also searched.≥Press and hold [:,9] to skip between A, E, I, O and U.≥Press [2] to erase a character.≥Erase the asterisk (¢) to search for titles starting with that 
character.
3 Press [1] to select “Find” and press [ENTER].The search result screen appears.4 Press [34] to select the group or content and press 
[ENTER].
About DivX VOD contentDivX 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 (➜13, DivX Registration)
≥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 “DivX 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.)
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 turn off the unit or display “Setup” menu.
– you press [
∫] twice.
– you press [:,9] (Skip or search) etc. and arrive at another 
content.
Tips for making data discs
Format: [WMA]
Disc: CD-R/RW
Extension: “.WMA”, “.wma”
Reference:
≥Compatible compression rate: between 48 kbps and 320 kbps≥You cannot play WMA files that are copy protected.≥This unit is not compatible with Multiple Bit Rate (MBR: a file that 
contains the same content encoded at several different bit rates).
Format: [MP3]
Disc: DVD-RAM, DVD-R/RW, CD-R/RW
Extension: “.MP3”, “.mp3”
Reference:
≥Sampling frequency:
DVD-RAM, DVD-R/RW : 11.02, 12, 22.05, 24, 44.1 and 48 kHz
CD-R/RW : 8, 11.02, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1 and 48 kHz
≥Compatible compression rate: between 32 kbps and 320 kbps≥This unit is not compatible with ID3 tags.
Format: [JPEG]
Disc: DVD-RAM, DVD-R/RW, CD-R/RW
Extension: “.JPG”, “.jpg”, “.JPEG”, “.jpeg”
Reference:
≥JPEG files taken on a digital camera that conform to DCF (Design rule 
for Camera File system) Standard Version 1.0 are displayed.
– Files that have been altered, edited or saved with computer picture 
editing software may not be displayed.
≥This unit cannot display moving pictures, MOTION JPEG and other 
such formats, still pictures other than JPEG (e.g. TIFF) or play 
pictures with attached audio.
Format: [MPEG4]
Disc: DVD-RAM, DVD-R/RW, CD-R/RW
Extension: “.ASF”, “.asf”
Reference:
≥You can play MPEG4 data [conforming to SD VIDEO specifications 
(ASF standard)/MPEG4 (Simple Profile) video system/G.726 audio 
system] recorded with the Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD 
recorders with this unit.
≥The recording date may differ from that of the actual date.
Format: [DivX]
Disc: DVD-RAM, DVD-R/RW, CD-R/RW
Extension: “.DIVX”, “.divx”, “.AVI”, “.avi”
Reference:
≥Plays all versions of DivX video (including DivX®6) [DivX video 
system/MP3, Dolby Digital or MPEG audio system] with standard 
playback of DivX
® media files.
Functions added with DivX Ultra are not supported.
≥DivX files greater than 2 GB or have no index may not play properly on 
this unit.
≥This unit supports all resolutions up to maximum of 720 k480.≥You can select up to 8 types of audio and subtitles on this unit.
≥If groups were created away from the root like “002 group” in the 
illustration below, the eighth one and onwards is displayed on the 
same vertical line in the menu screen.
≥There may be differences in the display order on the menu screen and 
computer screen.
≥This unit cannot play files recorded using packet writing.
Naming folders and files on 
data discs
(Files are treated as contents and 
folders are treated as groups on this 
unit.)
At the time of recording, prefix folder and 
file names. This should be with numbers 
that have an equal number of digits, and 
should be done in the order you want to 
play them (this may not work at times).
DVD-RAM≥Discs must conform to UDF 2.0.
DVD-R/RW≥Discs must conform to UDF bridge (UDF 1.02/ISO9660).≥This unit is not compatible with multi-session. Only the default session 
is played.
CD-R/RW≥Discs must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended 
formats).
≥This unit is compatible with multi-session but if there are a lot of 
sessions it takes more time for play to start. Keep the number of 
sessions to a minimum to avoid this.
Find
DisplayOthers
AudioVideoDiscSetupDivX Registration
Your registration code is : XXXXXXXX
To learn more visit www.divx.com/vod
Press XXX to continue
DivX Video-on-Demand8 alphanumeric characters
e.g. [MP3]
root
002 group
001001 group
001 track.mp3
002 track.mp3
003 track.mp3 003 group
001 track.mp3
002 track.mp3003 track.mp3
001 track.mp3
002 track.mp3
003 track.mp3
004 track.mp3
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Settings
Using On-Screen Menus
1
Press once.
21Press [34] to select the menu.
2Press [ENTER] to go to the next menu and [34] to select the item.
3Press [ENTER] to confirm.
Repeat steps if necessary.
≥Items shown differ depending on the type of software.≥Some items can be changed by pressing [1] instead of [ENTER].≥Some functions only work during playback.≥Press [2] to go to the previous menu. If this is not possible, exit the screen (➜below) and 
repeat the above steps to go to the previous menu.
≥To exit the screen: Press [RETURN].
Main menu
Program, Group, Title
Chapter, Track, Playlist
ContentTo start from a specific item≥Press [34] to select and press [ENTER].≥Press and hold [34] to alter faster.
Time
To skip incrementally or decrementally (Time Slip for play only) [DVD-VR] [DVD-V] (Except iR/iRW) [DivX]
1. Press [ENTER] twice to show Time Slip indicator.
2. Press [
34] to select the time and press [ENTER].≥Press and hold [34] to alter faster.
To change remaining/elapsed time display
VideoTo display pixel number
[DivX] fps (frame per second) is also displayed.
Audio
To change soundtracks (Motion pictures)
[DVD-VR] [DivX] 
“L”, “R” or “L R” can be selected.
[VCD]
“L”, “R”, “L R” or “L + R” can be selected.
[DVD-V] (Karaoke discs)
1Press [
34] to select “Vocal”.
2Press [ENTER] then [34] to select the item.
3Press [ENTER].
Read the disc’s instructions for details.
Signal type/dataLPCM/Î Digital/DTS/MP3/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
Number Select[VCD] (with playback control)To enter number (➜6)≥Press and hold [34] to alter faster.
ThumbnailTo show thumbnail images
Subtitle
To change subtitles (Discs with subtitles)
1Press [ENTER] then [34] to select “Off” or “On” and the subtitle language.
2Press [ENTER].
≥On iR/iRW, a subtitle number may be shown for subtitles that are not displayed.≥[DVD-VR] (with subtitle on/off information)
– On or Off only can be selected.
– Subtitle on/off information cannot be recorded using Panasonic DVD Recorders.
Marker (VR)To recall a marker recorded on DVD recorders
AngleTo select angles
[DVD-V] with multiple angles
Rotate PictureTo rotate the picture (“Right” or “Left”)
SlideshowTo turn on/off slideshow
To change the slideshow timing (“1 Fast” to “5 Slow”)
≥When using Slideshow, Skip/Rotate picture may not work correctly depending on the play position.
Other Settings(➜11)
DISPLAYMenu
Chapter
Time
Audio
Subtitle
Angle
Other Settings
Off
Title
e.g.
ENTER
Menu
Audio
SubtitleOff
Menu
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