® Operating Instructions Portable DVD/CD Player DVD-LX8 Model No. Dear customer Table of contents Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . 4 these instructions carefully before connecting, Discs that can be played ..5 operating or adjusting this product.
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The following mark and symbols are located on bottom of the unit. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, CAUTION ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS DO NOT OPEN APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH...
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Battery pack C (140 community due to environmental Do not recharge the button-type battery. considerations. For disposal or recycling Replace only with Panasonic part number information please contact your local indicated below: authorities, or the Electronics Industries Button-type battery (Lithium battery) Alliance:<http://www.eiae.org.>...
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. receptacles, and the point where they exit from 2) Keep these instructions.
Some DVD-Audio discs contain DVD-Video content. To play DVD-Video content, select “DVD-Video Mode” (➜ page 20). DVD-R [DVD-V] § Panasonic DVD-R recorded and finalized on Panasonic DVD- Video recorders or DVD-Video cameras are played as DVD- Video. DVD-Audio [DVD-A] Output is only 2 channels on this unit.
The included AC power supply cord and AC adaptor are for use with this unit only. Do not use them with other equipment. (For U.S.A.) To order accessories contact 1-800-332-5368 or the website (http://www.pasc.panasonic.com). (For Canada) To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.
2 The remote control Insert the button-type battery (included) Bottom facing up Lithium battery: CR2025 Range of use D IO P TO V ID 30 ˚ Aim at the sensor. Maximum 30˚ range is up to 7 m (23 feet). 3 Adjusting the LCD angle Open the LCD Standard...
Play Headphone terminal [Ë] 3.5 mm (1/8 ) Stereo Open the lid. OPEN Insert a disc and close the lid. Click into Adjust the volume. Press and hold. place Turn the volume down VO L when connecting with For two sided discs, insert headphones (not the side you want to play included).
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Search Turn the shuttle dial. SEARCH Release the shuttle dial to return to normal play. Slow play Turn the shuttle dial while paused. Press [1, ON] to return to normal play. [VCD] [5] only. Use [3 42 1] to select an item and press Menu operation ENTER [ENTER] to confirm.
Useful functions Repeat play § Can only be used with discs that show the elapsed time display. For JPEG, you can use even if there is no elapsed time display. Select the content to repeat. REPEAT Chapter Repeat play between two desired points (➜ page 17, A-B repeat play). Select a group and play [DVD-A] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] While stopped...
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Use [1] to select “ON/OFF” ([DVD-V] [VCD]), and Position change using [3 4]. [RAM] (Only discs that contain subtitle information) Subtitle information cannot be recorded using Panasonic DVD Recorders. Adjusting the position/brightness [DVD-V] Using [2 1] to select “Subtitle Position/Subtitle Brightness” and adjust with [3 4]. ≥...
Changing the play sequences [Remote\control\only] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] While stopped All group ( Program Random > > PLAY MODE [DVD-A] Press to change. Normal play ^==== !===n ≥ To play a HighMAT disc using Program/Random play, select “Disable” from “HighMAT” (➜...
RAM disc play § [RAM] You cannot edit titles or playlists on this unit. Selecting programs to play (DIRECT NAVIGATOR) TOP MENU Use [34] to DIRECT NAVIGATOR select the ENTER program and Date Program Title 9:02 PM Saturday feature 12/23(SAT) press [ENTER].
WMA/MP3/JPEG/CD Text play [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [CD] (CD text only) ≥ If the disc contains both audio data (WMA/MP3) and JPEG, select either setting from “Mixed Disc–Audio & Stills” (➜ page 20). ≥ Refer to page 24 regarding play limitations on this unit and creation of files on a computer. Use [3 4 2 1] to select the track TOP MENU or picture and press [ENTER].
Operating with On-Screen Menu Icons Disc information Use [2 1] to select the item and DISPLAY Press once. [34] to set. ENTER There are items which you can select using the numbered buttons and [ENTER] on the remote control. Items shown differ depending on the type ≥...
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Operating with On-Screen Menu Icons Checking the play status (Progress indicator) DISPLAY ≥ Press twice. To finish, press [RETURN]. Elapsed time/remaining time Current play position Use [3 4] to change. (WMA/MP3/SVCD can only display elapsed time.) Number during play Play status/Play speed adjustments (➜ below) You can slow down or speed up play [DVD-V] (Dolby Digital disc) During play, use [2 1], (The play speed changes in 5 steps.) ≥...
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Play menu Repeat play between two points (A-B repeat play) [RAM] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] Press [ENTER] at the starting point/ending point. To cancel, press [ENTER] again. Repeat play (➜ page 10) Play mode (Display only) [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] --- : Normal play ALL: All group ([DVD-A]) PGM: Program RND: Random...
Changing the player settings ≥ Referring to pages 18 to 20, change as required. ≥ Underlined items are the factory presets. ≥ The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. Use [3 4 2 1] to select the SETUP menu, item, content and press [ENTER].
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Video ≥ TV Aspect 4:3 Pan&Scan: Regular aspect television (4:3) The sides of the widescreen picture are cut off so it fills Choose the the screen (unless prohibited by the disc). setting to suit your ≥ television and 4:3 Letterbox: Regular aspect television (4:3) preference.
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Changing the player settings Display ≥ ≥ ≥ Menu Language English Français Español ≥ ≥ On-Screen Messages Others ≥ HighMAT Enable: Plays as HighMAT ≥ Selects the play method for Disable: Plays as WMA/MP3/JPEG HighMAT discs ≥ Mixed Disc–Audio & Stills Audio (MP3/WMA) ≥...
Use only one of the two cables. Audio/video cable S video cable (not (included) included) Available from Black Yellow Panasonic dealers Part number: RFX4139 AUDIO/ AUDIO/ VIDEO VIDEO OPT OUT OPT OUT Right side of this unit If you raise the volume on the television while playing this unit, the volume may abruptly become very...
Battery pack Turn the unit off before detaching/attaching the battery pack. Built-in battery pack For replacement: CGR-H604 (Available from Panasonic dealers) Slide and hold Detaching Attaching Clicks! Bottom side Check to make sure it is securely fastened. Optional battery pack (CGP-H501) ≥...
Approximate recharging and play times (Hours) Play (at room temperature using headphones) Recharging LCD brightness level [at 20 C (68 LCD Off 0 (factory preset) 4 (13) 2.5 (7.5) 2 (6) 1.5 (4.5) 3.5 (10.5) ≥ The times indicated above may differ depending on use. ≥...
Creating files on a computer [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] Folders and files created on a computer are displayed as group names and track/picture names on this unit. Root Titling 001 group Add a number prefix (for ease of ordering) 001 track.wma Extension 002 track.wma 003 track.wma...
Frequently asked questions Reference pages are shown in parentheses. What kind of equipment is Connect to an AV amplifier (that has 5.1ch audio output necessary to enjoy 5.1ch terminals) displaying the Dolby Digital/DTS logo. (21) [DVD-A]: This unit plays DVD-Audio in 2 channels. You cannot audio? play multi channel surround sound.
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, see “Product information” on page 31 for assistance. The following do not indicate malfunction.
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Operation ≥ No response when any Some discs prohibit certain operations. buttons pressed. ≥ If there is no response at all, the unit may have been affected by lightning or static electricity. Turn the unit off and on again. Alternatively, turn the unit off, disconnect the power source (AC or battery pack), reconnect the power and turn the unit on again.
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Troubleshooting guide Picture ≥ The LCD is dark. Adjust the brightness. (11) ≥ Picture distorted. Some disruption is normal during SEARCH. ≥ Menu not displayed Restore the zoom ratio to 1.00. (16) correctly. ≥ Set the subtitle position to 0. (11) ≥...
Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit. Maintenance of the lens ≥ Remove dust carefully with an air blower for camera lenses (optional). ≥ Recommended product: Lens cleaner kit (SZZP1038C) (Available from Panasonic dealers.) ≥ Be careful not to touch the lens with your fingers.
MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD McAllen, TX 78503 OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY. For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on...
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@panasonic.com...
Specifications ∫ Digital audio output: Main unit Discs played: DVD-RAM (DVD-VR format) Output terminal: Mini optical terminal DVD-Video, DVD-Audio Number of terminals: 1 system Music CD [CD-DA (CD-TEXT compatible)] (also used for audio output) Video CD Pickup: CD-R/CD-RW [CD-DA (CD-TEXT compatible), Wave length: 658 nm/790 nm Video CD, MP3, WMA, JPEG,...
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