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MULTI-FORMAT PLAYBACK The illustration shows DVD-S29 for U.S.A. and Canada. Operating Instructions DVD-RAM DVD/CD PLAYER recorded with DVD video recorders etc. DVD-S29/DVD-S26 Model No. Video & Still pictures (JPEG) DVD-Video/Video CD/CD sold on the market Movie, Music etc. If you have any questions contact DVD-R/DVD-RW/+R/+RW In the U.S.A.: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) recorded and finalized with DVD video recorders etc.
Accessories Dear customer Thank you for purchasing this product. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this (Only for U.S.A.) To order accessories, refer to “Accessory product, please read the instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future Purchases” on page 20. reference.
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Except for U.S.A. and Canada CAUTION! THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN CLASS 1 THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. LASER PRODUCT DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF.
(d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or In Canada, contact the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at (e) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged. 1-800-561-5505, or visit the website (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre 2.
Discs that can be played ∫ Handling precautions Operations in these instructions are described mainly with the formats. The icons such as [RAM] show the formats. ≥ Do not attach labels or stickers to discs (This may cause disc warping, rendering it unusable). ≥...
( page 15, Picture Menu). channel audio input terminals of an analog All Panasonic televisions with 480p input connectors amplifier or system component to enjoy are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another stereo sound.
∫ Enjoying multi-channel surround sound ∫ Connect the AC power supply cord last AC power supply cord (included) Amplifier with a built-in To household AC outlet Coaxial cable decoder or a decoder- amplifier combination AC IN Conserving power This unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off COAXIAL IN Please connect directly to TV.
Basic play Power ON. Open the disc tray. Stop Pause Remote control sensor [DVD-S29] Displaying current playback Load the disc. condition page 9 Start play. ≥ 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.
Convenient functions [DVD-S29] Displaying current playback condition Group skip QUICK OSD ENTER Quick On Screen Display [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] (Main unit) Press [QUICK OSD]. ≥ [VCD] forward direction only Frame-by-frame e.g. [DVD-V] Elapsed play time Current playback number (during pause) ENTER [RAM] [DVD-V] [VCD]...
Convenient functions Recalling recommended audio/video setting PLAY SPEED Changing play speed [RAM] [DVD-V] ENHANCER AV Enhancer During play, press [PLAY SPEED] to select Functions By pressing just one button the disc type is automatically determined “Fast”, “Normal” or “Slow”. Functions Play Speed x1.4 and the best audio and video settings are configured.
Press [SUBTITLE] to select “On” or “Off”. Clearing the whole program ≥ Subtitle on/off information cannot be recorded using Panasonic DVD Recorders. Select “Clear all” and press [ENTER]. The whole program is also cleared when the unit is turned off or the disc tray is opened.
Using navigation menus Playing WMA/MP3/JPEG discs [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] TOP MENU MENU 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). ∫ Using the submenu Playing items in order (Playback Menu) 1 Press [MENU].
PLAY LIST DIRECT NAVIGATOR Playing CD [CD] Playing RAM discs [RAM] MENU Titles appear with CD text playback. ≥Titles appear only if you have entered them. e.g. CD text ≥You cannot edit play lists and titles. 1 Press [MENU]. CD Text 1/23 2 01 2 Press [3 4] to select the...
Using On-Screen Menus Select Go to the next Select menu RETURN FUNCTIONS ENTER ENTER Register Register Return to the previous menu Press. Select the menu. Make the settings. Press to exit. Items shown differ depending on the type of software. Main menus Other Settings Play Speed...
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∫ Picture Menu ∫ Other Menu Picture Mode page 10, Picture Mode) Setup page 16, Changing the player settings) 480i (interlace) ,------. 480p (progressive) Play as DVD-VR Select “Play as Data Disc” to play JPEG files on DVD-RAM or Video Output When you select “480p”...
Changing the player settings Select Select Select SETUP SETUP ENTER ENTER ENTER Register Go right Register Shows Setup menu. Select the tab. Select the item. Make the settings. Press to exit. ∫ “Video” tab ≥ The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. ≥...
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∫ “Audio” tab §1 The original language designed on the disc is selected. §2 Input a code number referring to the table ( below). PCM Digital Output Up to 48 kHz: When connected to equipment compatible §3 If the language selected for “Audio” is not available, subtitles appear in that language with 44.1 or 48 kHz Check the digital input (If available on the disc).
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.
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Progressive video Unit displays ≥ This problem is caused by the editing method or material ≥ You inserted a disc the unit cannot play; insert one it can. (5) There is ghosting “noPLAy” ≥ You inserted a blank disc. when progressive used on DVD-Video, but should be corrected if you use ≥...
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer limitations on how long an implied Limited Warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.
PANASONIC/TECHNICS PRODUCT—LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect, or at its option, replace the product for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.
Specifications Referencia rápida en español Signal system: NTSC Pickup: Conexión a un televisor Operating temperature range: i5 to i35 oC (i41 to i95 xF) Wave length: 662 nm/785 nm Operating humidity range: 5 to 90 % RH (no condensation) [U.S.A.] CLASS IIa/CLASS I Laser power: Televisor Discs played [8 cm (3 z) or 12 cm (5 z)]:...
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≥ Hasta 5 pasos Búsqueda PREPARACIÓN RÁPIDA ≥ Pulse [1] (PLAY) para reiniciar la (durante la Encienda el televisor y seleccione la entrada de vídeo apropiada en el mismo. SLOW/SEARCH reproducción. reproducción) ≥ [VCD] Cámara lenta, en sentido de Encienda. Cámara lenta avance solamente (durante la pausa)
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