Operating Instructions Portable DVD/CD Player DVD-LS80 Model No. 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 future reference.
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Precautions WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC Read these operating instructions carefully SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, ≥ DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO before using the unit. Follow the safety RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR instructions on the unit and the applicable safety SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS instructions listed below.
Accessories Table of contents Accessories ..... 3 Use numbers indicated in Discs that can be played ..4 parentheses when asking for Tips for making data discs .
Discs that can be played Commercial discs ∫ Discs that cannot be played Indicated in Disc these Remarks Blu-ray, HD DVD, discs recorded with Logo instructions by AVCHD format, DVD-Audio, Version DVD-Video High quality movie 1.0 of DVD-RW, DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, and music discs [DVD-V] CDV, CD-G, SACD and Photo CD,...
DVD-RAM “.ASF” specifications (ASF standard)/MPEG4 (Simple Profile) video DVD-R/RW “.asf” system/G.726 audio system] recorded with the Panasonic SD CD-R/RW multi cameras or DVD recorders with this unit. ≥ The recording date may differ from that of the actual date. [DivX] ≥...
Preparations 1 Attaching the battery (When the unit is off) The illustrations shown are of CGR-H711; however the steps for CGR-H712 (optional) or CGR-H701 (optional) are the same. Bottom side of this unit RELEASE DETACH ATTACH RELEASE Clicks into place Battery pack DETACH ATTACH...
Approximate recharging and play times (Hours) Play (at room temperature using headphones) Recharging Battery pack LCD brightness level (When the unit is off) LCD Off § CGR-H711 (included) CGR-H712 (option) CGR-H701 (option) § not available as option ≥ The times indicated above may differ depending on use. ≥...
Playing discs Headphone terminals [Ë] Open the lid. ‡ 3.5 mm stereo mini jack OPEN Insert a disc and AV SELECT close the lid. Click into place Adjust the volume. Press and hold. Load double-sided discs so the label for the side you want to play is facing up.
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Operations When the unit is off: Press and hold and the power comes on and play begins. Turn unit on/play When the unit is on: Press and play begins. Pause Press [1, ON] to restart play. The position is memorized when “Press PLAY to resume play”...
Useful functions Selecting how to show 4:3 aspect pictures on the LCD MONITOR NORMAL: Normal MONITOR FULL: Stretched horizontally MONITOR OFF: No picture LCD - SIZE ≥ If you are not using the LCD on this unit, select “MONITOR OFF” to conserve power. Í...
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Reviewing titles/programs to play (Advanced Disc Review) [DVD-VR] [DVD-V] (Except 1 Press [34] to select “Other Settings”. 2 Press [1] then [34] to select “Play Menu”. DISPLAY 3 Press [1] then [34] to select “Advanced Disc ENTER Review”. Press once. 4 Press [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. ≥ To exit the screen: Press [RETURN]. Angle select...
Displaying current playback condition (Quick OSD) e.g. [DVD-V] ∫ Basics Current playback number Elapsed play time DISPLAY 0 : 00 : 22 Chapter Time Title Playback condition Current position Press twice. ∫ Details e.g. [DVD-V] See page 12 for changing soundtracks Details-DVD-Video See page 12 for changing subtitles DISPLAY...
Playing audio (WMA/MP3), picture (JPEG) and video (MPEG4/DivX) discs [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX] Select “Play as Data Disc” (➜ page 19, 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]) ≥...
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∫ Searching by a content or group title Press [2 1] to highlight a group title to search a group, or a content title to search its content. 1 Select “Find” and press [ENTER]. (➜ page 14) ¢ Find 2 Press [34] to select a character and press [ENTER]. ≥Repeat to enter another character.
Playing programs/playlists [DVD-VR] ≥Titles appear only if they have been entered. ≥You cannot edit playlists and titles. To play programs: To play playlists: MENU TOP MENU ENTER Press [34] to select the P l a y l i s t Direct Navigator program or playlist and Date...
About DivX VOD content DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content is encrypted for copyright protection. In order to play DivX VOD content on this unit, you first need to register the unit. Follow the on line instructions for purchasing DivX VOD content to enter the unit’s registration code and register the unit.
Using On-Screen Menus 1 Press [34] to select the menu. 2 Press [1] to go to the next menu and [34] to set. DISPLAY Repeat step 2 if necessary. ENTER ≥ Items shown differ depending on the type of software. ≥...
Audio Menu H.Bass (➜ page 13) (➜ page 11) Advanced Surround To make the dialogue in movies easier to hear [DVD-V] (Dolby Digital, DTS, 3-channel or over, with the dialogue recorded in the center channel) Dialogue Enhancer [DivX] (Dolby Digital, 3-channel or over, with the dialogue recorded in the center channel) On ,------.
Changing the player settings ≥ Referring to pages 20 to 21, change as required. ≥ Underlined items are the factory presets. The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. 1 Press [34] to select “Other Settings”. 2 Press [1] then [34] to select “Other Menu”.
“Video” tab ≥ PAL60: When connected to a PAL television NTSC Disc Output ≥ NTSC: When connected to an NTSC television Choose PAL 60 or NTSC output when playing NTSC discs. ≥ Automatic ≥PAL Picture/Video Output ≥ NTSC/PAL60: Output will depend on “NTSC Disc Output” setting Choose the video signal format to be output for JPEG, MPEG4 (➜...
Enjoying in a car ≥ Do not leave the unit on a surface that may become hot such as a dashboard. The unit is not heat-resistant so may malfunction. ≥ The driver must not operate this unit while the vehicle is moving. Do not operate this unit where it can be viewed by the driver.
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Attaching the unit to the bracket. While holding the unit with both hands, line up the unit just below the protruding sections on the bracket. Press the unit down about 4 to 5 mm so that the protrusions on the bracket fit into the holes on the bottom of the unit.
Enjoying in a car Connecting the included Car DC Adaptor Before connection, consult your car owner’s manual or your dealer. ≥ Connect to the cigarette lighter socket of a vehicle that has a 12 V battery. It is not compatible with a vehicle that has a 24 V battery.
Using this unit with other equipment Turn off all equipment before connecting and read the appropriate operating instructions. Enjoying stereo audio Amplifier/System component Audio cable White AUDIO AUDIO (not included) Black AUDIO IN Left side of this unit Enjoying with a television Connect the video output from this unit directly to the television.
Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions. (Reference pages are shown in parentheses.) The following do not indicate malfunction.
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Picture incorrect ≥ There may be some video distortion during search, but this is Picture distorted. normal. ≥ Picture quality may worsen or some frames may be skipped when viewing MPEG4, but this is normal. ≥ [DivX] Change “Source Select” in Picture Menu. (18) ≥...
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Troubleshooting guide Displays ≥ The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc. “/” ≥ Select “On” for “On-Screen Messages” in “Display” tab. (21) No On-Screen display. ≥ Clean the disc. (29) “Check the disc.” ≥ You inserted a disc that has not been finalized. (4) “U11”...
≥ Remove dust carefully with an air blower for camera lenses (optional). ≥ Recommended product: Lens cleaner kit (SZZP1038C) (Available from Panasonic dealers.) ≥ You cannot use a CD type lens cleaner. ≥ Be careful not to touch the lens with your fingers.
≥ CD audio: 4 Hz to 20 kHz 4:2:0, 4:2:2 or 4:4:4) (2) S/N ratio: §5 MPEG4 data recorded with the Panasonic SD ≥ CD audio: 115 dB multi cameras or DVD recorders (3) Dynamic range: Conforming to SD VIDEO specifications (ASF ≥...
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Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. “DTS” is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc. and “DTS 2.0” is a trademark of DTS, lnc. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S.
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