p1 e.fm Page 1 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM Operating Instructions Portable DVD/CD Player Model No. DVD-LX95 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. MULTI-FORMAT PLAYBACK DVD-RAM recorded with DVD video recorders etc.
P2‑36 e.fm Page 2 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. “DTS” and “DTS 2.0 i Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, lnc. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners.
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. ≥ DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS. ≥ DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.
P2‑36 e.fm Page 4 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM Caution for AC Mains Lead (For United Kingdom) Caution for AC Mains Lead (“EB” area code model only) For your safety, please read the following text carefully. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Precautions 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) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings.
P2‑36 e.fm Page 6 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM Accessories Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of April 2005. These may be subject to change.
P2‑36 e.fm Page 7 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM 3 Recharging the battery (When the unit is off) AC mains lead (included) DC IN 12 V % 2 AC adaptor (included) DC IN 3 To household mains socket DC IN 12V VIDEO AUDIO/OPT OUT 2 1 ≥ You can also use this unit without charging while connecting the AC adaptor and the AC mains lead. To conserve power This unit consumes 0.5 W of power even when turned off.
P2‑36 e.fm Page 8 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM Discs that can be played Operations in these instructions are described mainly with reference to specific formats. Icons such as [RAM] show the formats. Discs that can be played DVD-RAM [RAM] [JPEG] [MPEG4] ≥ [RAM] Recorded with devices using Version 1.1 of the Video Recording Format (a unified video recording standard), such as DVD video recorders, DVD video cameras, personal computers, etc.
P2‑36 e.fm Page 9 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM SD Memory Card/miniSDTM Card§ This unit can play the following types of data recorded on an SD Memory Card. Still pictures [SD\PICTURE] Recorded with Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD-Video recorders using DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) Standard Version 1.0. Moving pictures [SD\VIDEO] Recorded with Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD video recorders [conforming to SD VIDEO specifications (ASF standard)/MPEG4 (Simple Profile) video system/G.
P2‑36 e.fm Page 10 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM Playing discs 1 Headphone terminals [Ë1] [Ë2]§ 3.5 mm Stereo Open the lid. OPEN AV SELECT 2 Insert a disc and close the lid. Playing discs Click into place 3 Press and hold. 4 Adjust the volume. ON 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. The unit turns on and play begins. The button lights green.
P2‑36 e.fm Page 11 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 TOP MENU MENU Press [:,9]. [RAM] [DVD-RW[‹VR›] Can also skip to the markers. Search Press and hold [:,9] (up to 5 steps). Slow play Press and hold [:,9] (up to 5 steps) while paused. Press [1, ON] to return to normal play. [VCD] [9] only ≥ [MPEG4]: Does not work.
P2‑36 e.fm Page 12 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM Useful functions for playing discs Repeat play (Only when the elapsed play time can be displayed. For JPEG, you can use even if there is no elapsed time display.) Press several times during play to select the content to repeat. ≥To exit the screen : Press [RETURN].
P2‑36 e.fm Page 13 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM Selecting how to show 4:3 aspect pictures on the LCD MONITOR MODE Press to select the monitor mode. ≥ If you are not using the LCD on this NORMAL:Normal unit, select “OFF” to conserve power. FULL: Stretched horizontally ZOOM: Stretched vertically and horizontally (The [Í] indicator flashes) ≥ The LCD turns off automatically if OFF: No picture you close it.
P2‑36 e.fm Page 14 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM Enjoying higher quality audio and video Reproducing more natural audio (Multi Re-master) [RAM] [DVD-RW[‹VR›] [DVD-V] (Discs recorded with 48 kHz only) [DVD-A] (Discs recorded with 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz only) [VCD] [CD] This feature gives you a more natural sound by adding the higher frequency signals not recorded on the disc.
P2‑36 e.fm Page 15 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM Picture Mode 1 DISPLAY 2 Menu ENTER Picture Mode Press once. Normal 1 Press [34] to select Other Settings. 2 Press [1] to go to the next menu and [34] to select “Picture Menu”. 3 Press [1] to go to the next menu and [34] to select “Picture Mode”. 4 Press [1] to go to the next menu and [34] to select “Normal”, “Cinema1”, “Cinema2” or “User”. 5 Press [ENTER]. Only when “User” is selected 1. Press [34] to select “Picture Adjustment”. 2.
P2‑36 e.fm Page 16 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM All group/Program/Random play [Remote\control\only] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] PLAYMODE All group ([DVD-A]) ) Program play ) Random play ^== Off (Normal play) !=n While stopped Press to change. ≥ Disable HighMAT disc play to use random and program play. Select “Play as Data Disc” in Other Menu. (➜ page 25).
P2‑36 e.fm Page 17 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM Playing data discs [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] Select “Play as Data Disc” (➜ page 25, Other Menu) to play JPEG or MPEG4 files on DVD-RAM that contain both [RAM] and another format (e.g. [JPEG]) or to play HighMAT discs without using the HighMAT function. Playing items in order (Playback Menu) While the menu is displayed ENTER Press [34] to select “All”, “Audio”, “Picture” or “Video” and press [ENTER]. ≥ To display/exit the screen : Press [TOP MENU].
P2‑36 e.fm Page 18 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM Playing HighMATTM discs [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] ENTER While the menu is displayed Menu: Press [342 1] to select items and press [ENTER]. 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.
P2‑36 e.fm Page 19 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM Tips for making WMA/MP3, JPEG and MPEG4 discs (For CD-R/CD-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.
P2‑36 e.fm Page 20 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM Playing SD cards 1 Insert the card. ≥ You can use SD Memory Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 1 GB (➜ page 9). 1 Open the cover. Headphone terminals [Ë1] [Ë2]§ 3.5 mm Stereo 2 Insert the card. Playing SD cards Press on the center of the card until it clicks into place. AV SELECT VOLUME TOP MENU Cut-off corner ≥ If you are using a miniSDTM card, insert it into the miniSDTM card adaptor that comes with the card.
P2‑36 e.fm Page 21 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM The position is memorized when “Press PLAY to resume play” appears on the screen. ≥ Press [1, ON] to resume. OFF Stop Pressing [∫, –OFF] while “Press PLAY to resume play” appears on the screen, removing the card or Pressing [AV SELECT] cancels the memorized position where play stopped. Turn unit off Press and hold until “OFF” is displayed. Skip Press [:,9]. Search [SD\VIDEO] Press and hold [:,9] (up to 5 steps).
P2‑36 e.fm Page 22 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM Useful functions for playing SD cards Playing items in order (SD Card Menu) 1 TOP MENU 2 Press [21] to select “Picture” or “Video” and press [ENTER]. ENTER Press. The SD Card Menu disappears. ≥ When “No picture content” or “No video content” is displayed, press [TOP MENU] again to return to the SD Card Menu. Playing from the selected item (Navigation Menu) 1 MENU 2 [SD\VIDEO] Useful functions for playing SD cards ENTER Press [3421] to sel
P2‑36 e.fm Page 23 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM The following operations are possible with SD cards, too. The operations are the same as operations while playing a disc. Repeat play (➜ page 12) [SD\PICTURE] Groups repeat only. [SD\VIDEO] Contents repeat only. Selecting how to show 4:3 aspect pictures on the LCD (➜ page 13) Adjusting the picture quality on the LCD/Key illumination ON • OFF (➜ page 13) Still picture rotation [SD\PICTURE] (➜ page 13) Picture Mode (➜ page 15) Program/Random play (➜
P2‑36 e.fm Page 24 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM Using On-Screen Menus 1 Press once. DISPLAY 2 ENTER 1 Press [34] to select the menu. 2 Press [1] to go to the next menu and [34] to set. Repeat step 2 if necessary. ≥ Press [2] to go to the previous menu. ≥ Items shown differ depending on the type of software. ≥ There are items which you can select using the numbered buttons and [ENTER] on the remote control. ≥ If the setting does not change, press [ENTER]. ≥ To finish, press [RETURN].
P2‑36 e.fm Page 25 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM Picture Menu Picture Mode (➜ page 15, Picture Mode) Audio Menu Advanced Surround (➜ page 12, Enjoying virtual surround) Dialogue Enhancer 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) On ,------. Off Multi Re-master (➜ page 14, Reproducing more natural audio) Display Menu Information On ,------. Off ([JPEG] [SD\PICTURE] [MPEG4] [SD\VIDEO]: Off, Da
P2‑36 e.fm Page 26 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM Changing the player settings ≥ Referring to pages 26 to 27, change as required. ≥ Underlined items are the factory presets. The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. 1 2 SETUP ENTER Press [3 4 2 1] to select the menu, item, content and press [ENTER].
P2‑36 e.fm Page 27 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM PCM Digital Output§ Dolby Digital§ DTS Digital Surround§ MPEG§ ([Except\Asia]) Dynamic Range Compression Audio during Search Check the digital input limitations of the equipment you connect and select the maximum sampling frequency of PCM digital output. ≥ Off: When not connected using a digital optical cable ≥ Up to 48 kHz: When connected to equipment compatible with 44.1 or 48 kHz ≥ Up to 96 kHz: When connected to equipment compatible with 88.
P2‑36 e.fm Page 28 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM Using this unit with other equipment Turn off all equipment before connecting and read the appropriate operating instructions. Enjoying with 5.1ch audio Left side of this unit Digital optical cable (not included) ≥ Do not bend sharply. ≥ Align and insert. AV amplifier with Dolby Digital/DTS logo (➜ below) AUDIO/OPT OUT OPTICAL IN Connect the 6 speakers to the amplifier’s 5.1ch audio output terminals.
P2‑36 e.fm Page 29 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM When using 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. Driver operation or viewing of this unit while the vehicle is moving will cause distraction which may result in serious accident and personal injury or property damage.
P2‑36 e.fm Page 30 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM Frequently asked questions Reference pages are shown in parentheses. What kind of equipment is necessary to enjoy 5.1ch audio? Connect to an AV amplifier (that has 5.1ch audio output terminals) displaying the Dolby Digital/DTS logo. (28) [DVD-A]: This unit plays DVD-Audio in 2 channels. You cannot play multi channel surround sound.
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P2‑36 e.fm Page 32 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM 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, consult your dealer for instructions. (Reference pages are shown in parentheses.) The following do not indicate malfunction. ≥Sound from the AC adaptor during recharging. ≥The battery pack warming up when recharging or during use.
P2‑36 e.fm Page 33 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM Specific operation impossible or incorrect ≥ Play may take time to begin when an MP3 track has still picture data. Even after the track starts, the correct play time will not be displayed; however, this is normal. The program and random ≥ These functions do not work with some DVD-Videos. play functions do not work. [DVD-V] Menu doesn’t appear. ≥ Press [∫] twice and then press [1] (PLAY).
P2‑36 e.fm Page 34 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM Troubleshooting guide Sound incorrect Sound distorted. Piercing noise comes from the speakers. Effects do not work. No sound from the unit’s speaker. No sound from other speakers. No sound when you change the play speed. ≥ Select “Off” in “Advanced Surround”. (12) ≥ Move unit away from mobile phones. ≥ Noise may occur when playing WMA files. ≥The disc may have restrictions on the method of audio output.
P2‑36 e.fm Page 35 Wednesday, April 27, 2005 12:16 PM [Í] and [CHG] indicators The [Í] indicator flashes rapidly. ≥ The unit has malfunctioned. Consult your dealer. The [Í] indicator flashes slowly. ≥ The unit is on and the LCD is closed or the monitor mode is set to “OFF” (no picture). Turn the unit off when you have finished. The [CHG] indicator flashes rapidly. ≥ There is a problem with the battery pack. Turn the unit on and check the message on the LCD. (34) The [CHG] indicator flashes slowly.
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