Panasonic DVDPV55 Owner's manual

Brand: Panasonic

Model: DVDPV55

Category: DVD players

Type: Owner's manual

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Portable DVD/Video CD/CD Player

Operating Instructions

Model No. DVD-PV55

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions com-

pletely. Please keep this manual for future reference.

Only for the United Kingdom

Note

“EB” on the packaging indicates the United Kingdom.

VQT8645

EB EC EN

For the United Kingdom

and Continental Europe

∫Region number supported by this unit

Region numbers are allocated to DVD players

and software according to where they are sold.

≥The region number of this unit is “2”.

≥You can play DVDs marked with labels con-

taining “2” or “ALL”.

Example:

For Asia

∫Region number supported by this unit

Region numbers are allocated to DVD players

and software according to where they are sold.

≥The region number of this unit is “3”.

≥You can play DVDs marked with labels con-

taining “3” or “ALL”.

Example:

2 ALL

3 ALL

The photographs show the model for the United

Kingdom and Continental Europe.

Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product.

For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.

VQT8645

∫

;

ENTER

TOP MENU

DISPLAY

V.S.S.

RETURN

REPEAT MODE

PORTABLE DVD / VIDEO CD / CD PLAYER DVD-PV55

Í

GHG

VOL

ON/OFF

Ë

HOLD

Main Unit

Lock release

Remote control

signal sensor

Charge [CHG] indicator

Volume [VOL] dial

[ON/OFF, HOLD]

select switch

Headphone [Ë]

jack

Display

(For details, see

below)

Standby [Í] indicator

Display

1 Still/Pause indicator

2 Play indicator

3 Audio output indicators for Multi-

channel discs

4 Virtual Surround Sound indicators

5 Battery indicator

6 Repeat/A-B Repeat indicators

7 Chapter/Track number

8 Elapsed playing time

MULTI

MIX

V.S.S.

SPHP

1A B

12 345

678

Disc lid

Main Unit

Remote Control

ENTER

∫ ;

SETUP

PLAY MODE

DISPLAY

VEQ2415

TOP MENU

RETURN

SUBTITLE

AUDIO

CANCEL

V.S.S.

DVD PLAYER

456

789

S10

ANGLE

Í

PORTABLE DVD / VIDEO CD / CD PLAYER DVD-PV55

∫

;

ENTER

TOP MENU

DISPLAY

V.S.S.

RETURN

REPEAT MODE

Í

GHG

VOL

ON/OFF



HOLD

∫ ; 1

ENTER

MENUTOP MENUDISPLAY

V.S.S.RETURN

REPEAT MODE

LINE-IN

AOP

MULTI

MIX

V.S.S.

SPHP

MONITOR

MODEBRT

COLOUR

192kHz

1A B

Using the cursor

On the main unit: Slide the cursor jockey in the direction you want to move the cursor.

[3] up, [4] down, [2] left, [1] right.

On the remote control: Press the cursor button corresponding to the direction you want to

move the cursor.

[3] up, [4] down, [2] left, [1] right.

VQT8645

[REPEAT

MODE]

[DISPLAY]

[TOP MENU]

[RETURN]

[V.S.S.]

[MENU]

[ENTER]

[SETUP]

Pause [;]

Slow/Search

[6, 5]

Skip [:, 9]

[PLAY MODE]

[DISPLAY]

Play [1]

[TOP MENU]

[MENU]

[RETURN]

[SUBTITLE]

[AUDIO]

[ANGLE]

[CANCEL]

[V.S.S.]

Stop [∫]

Cursor jockey buttons

[3, 4, 2, 1]/[ENTER]

[Í]

Pause [;]

Play/On

[1, ON]

Skip/Slow/Search

[:, 9]

Stop [∫]

Cursor jockey

[3, 4, 2, 1]

Numeric Buttons

Open this page while reading the instructions so you can see where the controls are.

[ON/OFF,

HOLD]

This illustration shows the remote control for the United Kingdom and Continental Europe.

The [Í] button on the model for Asia differs from the one for the United Kingdom and Continental

Europe.

Lock

release

[VOL]

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CAUTION!

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.

USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUST-

MENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PRO-

CEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE

SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN

HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPO-

SURE.

DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO

NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER

SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PER-

SONNEL.

CLASS 1

LASER PRODUCT

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,

ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT

DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS AP-

PLIANCE TO RAIN, SPLASHING,

DRIPPING OR MOISTURE.

Safety Information

Marking sign is located on bottom of

the Portable DVD/Video CD/CD

Player and the AC adaptor.

NORSK

ADVARSEL!

DETTE PRODUKTET ANVENDER EN

LASER.

BETJENING AV KONTROLLER,

JUSTERINGER ELLER ANDRE INN-

GREP ENN DE SOM ER BESKR-

EVENT I DENNE BRUKSANVISNING,

KAN FØRE TIL FARLIG BE-

STRÅLING.

DEKSLER MÅ IKKE ÅPNES, OG

FORSØK ALDRI Å REPARERE APPA-

RATET PÅ EGENHÅND. ALT SER-

VICE OG REPARASJONSARBEID MÅ

UTFØRES AV KVALIFISERT PER-

SONELL.

ADVARSEL:

FOR Å REDUSERE FAREN FOR

BRANN, STRØMSJOKK ELLER SKA-

DER PÅ PRODUKTET, MÅ DETTE AP-

PARATET IKKE UTSETTES FOR

REGN, VANNSPRUT, VANNDRÅPER

ELLER FUKTIGHET.

CAUTION

VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER

–

RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

ATTENTION

RAYONNEMENT LASER VISIBLE ET INVISIBLE EN

–

CAS D’OUVERTURE. EXPOSITION DANGEREUSE AU FAISCEAU.

VORSICHT SICHTBARE UND UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG,

–

WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET. NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.

ADVARSEL

SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING

–

VED ÅBNING. UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING.

ADVARSEL

SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING

–

NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES. UNNGÅ EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.

VARNING

SYNLIG OCH OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING

–

NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD. STRÅLEN ÄR FARLIG.

VARO!

AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYVÄÄ JA

–

NÄKYMÄTÖN LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.

–

(Bottom of the unit)

VAROITUS!

LAITTEEN KÄYTTÄMINEN MUULLA

KUIN TÄSSÄ KÄYTTÖOHJEESSA

MAINITULLA TAVALLA SAATTAA

ALTISTAA KÄYTTÄJÄN TURVAL-

LISUUSLUOKAN 1 YLITTÄVÄLLE

NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE LASERSÄTEI-

LYLLE.

SUOMI

VAROITUS:

TULIPALO-, SÄHKÖISKUVAARAN

TAI MUUN VAHINGON VÄHENTÄMI-

SEKSI EI LAITETTA SAA ALTISTAA

SATEELLE, ROISKEELLE, VESIPI-

SAROILLE TAI KOSTEUDELLE.

LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE

KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT

VQT8645

For your safety please read the follow-

ing text carefully

This appliance is supplied with a moulded

three pin mains plug for your safety and

convenience.

A 5 amp fuse is fitted in this plug.

Should the fuse need to be replaced please

ensure that the replacement fuse has a rat-

ing of 5 amps and that it is approved by

ASTA or BSI to BS 1362.

Check for the ASTA mark

Ï or the BSI

mark Ì on the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover

you must ensure that it is refitted when the

fuse is replaced.

If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not

be used until a replacement cover is ob-

tained.

A replacement fuse cover can be pur-

chased from your local Panasonic Dealer.

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UN-

SUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET

IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE

SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG

CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.

THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE

ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF

PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13 AMP

SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be fitted please observe

the wiring code as shown below.

If in any doubt please consult a qualified

electrician.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in

accordance with the following code:

Blue: Neutral

Brown: Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains

lead of this appliance may not correspond

with the coloured markings identifying the

terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be

connected to the terminal in the plug which

is marked with the letter N or coloured

BLACK.

The wire which is coloured BROWN must

be connected to the terminal in the plug

which is marked with the letter L or

coloured RED.

Under no circumstances should either of

these wires be connected to the earth ter-

minal of the three pin plug, marked with the

letter E or Earth Symbol Ó.

How to replace the Fuse

≥There are two types of the AC Mains

Lead:

A or B supplied with the player as

shown below.

Open the fuse compartment with a

screwdriver.

Replace the fuse and fuse cover.

TYPE A

TYPE B

Caution for AC mains lead (FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM ONLY)

Open the facing page when

using the operating instructions.

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Basic play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

≥Stopping play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

≥Pausing play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

≥Skipping chapters and tracks . . . . . . . 20

Table of contents

Getting Started:

Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 04

Caution for AC mains lead . . . . . . . . . 05

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08

Disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Disc and unit handling

precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Basic Operations:

Advanced Operations:

Repeat play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Other play modes

≥Program play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

≥Random play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Changing soundtracks, subtitle

languages and angles . . . . . . . . . . . 23

For Your Reference:

Changing initial settings

≥Common procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

≥1 Disc Languages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

≥2 Ratings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

≥3 Menu Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

≥4 On-Screen Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . 32

≥9 Other Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Connecting other equipment . . . . . . . 35

Accessories

Please check and identify the

supplied accessories.

∏ Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

(For the United Kingdom and Continental

Europe: VEQ2415)

(For Asia: VEQ2416)

∏ Button-type battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

for remote control (CR2025)

∏ Audio/video cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

(RJL3X001X15)

∏ AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

(VSK0579)

∏ AC mains lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

(For the United Kingdom: VJA0940)

(For Continental Europe and Asia:

VJA0664-1)

∏ RCAJ adaptor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

(For the United Kingdom and Continental

Europe: VFA0151-2)

Optional accessories:

Battery pack

(For the United Kingdom and

Continental Europe: CGP-H501E/1B)

(For Asia: CGP-H501T/1B)

Use numbers indicated in parentheses when

asking for replacement parts.

Note

The included AC mains lead and AC adaptor are

for use with this unit only. Do not use them with

other equipment.

∫ The functions depend on the disc

being played. These marks indicate

the functions available.

(DVD) (Video CD) (Audio CD)

CDVCDDVD

Getting Started

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Basic Operations

Advanced Operations

For Your Reference

Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Preparing the remote control . . . . . . . 12

Power supply

≥Using the AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

≥Using the battery pack. . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Easy setup—Television connections

and settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Selecting the type of disc for the type

of connected TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

How images appear on your TV . . . . . 17

≥Slow motion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

≥Fast forward and rewind–

SEARCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

≥Frame-by-frame viewing . . . . . . . . . . . 20

≥Starting play from a selected title or

track. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

≥Returning to a menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Switching vocals ON or OFF for

karaoke discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Using GUI screens

≥Basic operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

≥Shuttle screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

≥Screen for disc information . . . . . . . . . 26

≥Screen for unit information . . . . . . . . . 27

Enjoying Virtual Surround Sound

(V.S.S.). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Enjoying more powerful sound

≥Connection to an amplifier with

5.1 channel input terminals

(Analogue connection) . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

≥Connection to an amplifier with a built-in

decoder (or an amplifier and decoder

combination) (Digital connection) . . . . 37

≥Connection to a 2-channel amplifier or

mini-system

(Analogue connection) . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

≥Connection to a 2-channel digital

amplifier or mini-system

(Digital connection) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Connecting headphones. . . . . . . . . . . 39

Speaker settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Digital settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . Back cover

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Precautions

Before using this unit, be sure to read the applic-

able items of the operating instructions and

these safety suggestions carefully.

Afterwards keep them handy for future refer-

ence. Take special care to follow the warnings

indicated on the unit itself as well as in the oper-

ating instructions.

Power source

1. Power Source—The unit should be connect-

ed to a power supply only of the type de-

scribed in the operating instructions or as

marked on the unit. If you are not sure of the

type of power supply to your home, consult

your appliance dealer or local power com-

pany.

Do not use a car cigarette lighter socket to

power the unit.

2. Power Lead Protection—AC mains lead

should be routed so that they are not likely to

be walked on or pinched by items placed

upon or against them. Never take hold of the

plug or lead if your hand is wet, and always

grasp the plug body when connecting or dis-

connecting it.

3. Overloading—Do not overload wall outlets

and extension cords as this can result in a

risk of fire or electric shock.

4. Nonuse Periods—If the set is not being

used for a long time, be sure to disconnect

the AC mains lead from the mains socket and

detach the battery pack to prevent potential

damage caused by battery leakage.

5. Attachments—Do not use attachments not

recommended by the unit manufacturer as

they may cause hazards.

Maintenance

Disconnect this unit from mains socket before

cleaning. Clean the cabinet, panel and controls

with a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild de-

tergent solution.

Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring

powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.

AC adaptor

This AC adaptor operates on AC between 100 V

and 240 V.

But

≥Obtain a suitable plug adaptor if the plug does

not fit the AC mains socket.

Batteries

1. Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)

(not included)

≥Use this unit to recharge the battery pack.

≥Do not use the battery pack with equipment

other than the specified player.

≥Do not use, charge or leave the battery

pack in locations where there is static elec-

tricity.

≥Do not use the player outside if it is snowing

or raining. (The battery pack is not water-

proof.)

≥Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other for-

eign 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 store the battery pack in temperature

over 60 oC.

2. Button-type battery (Lithium battery)

≥Insert with poles aligned.

≥Do not touch the terminals (i and j) with

metal objects.

≥Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw

into fire.

≥Keep out of reach of children.

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 con-

sult a doctor.

3. Disposing of the batteries

Check and follow your local regulations before

disposal.

CAUTION!

DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BAT-

TERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED.

REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR

EQUIVALENT TYPE RECOMMENDED

BY THE MANUFACTURER.

DISCARD USED BATTERIES AC-

CORDING TO THE MANUFACTUR-

ER’S INSTRUCTIONS.

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Getting Started

Installation

1. Water and Moisture—Do not use this unit

near water—for example, near a bathtub,

washbowl, swimming pool, or the like. Damp

basements should also be avoided.

2. Condensation—Moisture may form on the

lens in the following conditions…

≥immediately after a heater has been turned

on.

≥in a steamy or very humid room.

≥when the unit is suddenly moved from a

cold environment to a warm one. If moisture

forms inside this unit, it may not operate

properly. To correct this problem wait about

one hour for the moisture to evaporate.

3. Heat—Never use or place this unit or battery

near a heat source. Do not leave it in an au-

tomobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long

time with the doors and windows closed as

this may deform the cabinet.

4. Foreign Material—Care should be taken so

that objects do not fall into and liquids are not

spilled into the unit. Do not subject this unit to

excessive smoke, dust, mechanical vibration,

or shock.

Service

1. Damage Requiring Service—The unit

should be serviced by qualified service per-

sonnel when:

(a) The AC mains lead or AC adaptor is dam-

aged; or

(b) Objects have fallen or liquid has spilled

into the unit; or

(d) The unit does not appear to operate nor-

mally or exhibits a marked change in per-

formance; or

(e) The unit has been dropped, or the enclo-

sure damaged.

2. Servicing—The user should not attempt to

service the unit beyond that described in the

operating instructions. All other servicing

should be referred to authorized service per-

sonnel.

3. Replacement parts—When parts need re-

placing, ensure the servicer uses parts spec-

ified by the manufacturer or parts that have

the same characteristics as the original parts.

Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire,

electric shock, or other hazards.

4. Safety check—After repairs or service, ask

the servicer to perform safety checks to con-

firm that the unit is in proper working con-

dition.

Precautions for Listening

with the Headphones or

Earphones

≥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 situ-

ations.

≥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.

Do not rest the unit on your lap for a long

time while using it. The unit can become

hot and cause burns.

Basic Operations

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∫ “$” appears on the television

This indicates that an operation is not al-

lowed by the unit or disc at that time.

∫ When the disc ends

If you have finished using the unit, turn it off

to conserve power (➡ see below).

∫ To turn the unit on

Instead of pressing and holding [1, ON],

the unit can be turned on as follows.

OOn the unitN

Slide [ON/OFF, HOLD] to

“ON/OFF” for a few seconds.

OWith the remote controlN

Press [Í].

∫ To turn the unit off

The unit can be turned off as follows. The

[Í] indicator lights when you are using the

AC adaptor.

OOn the unitN

Slide [ON/OFF, HOLD] to

“ON/OFF” for a few seconds.

OWith the remote controlN

Press [Í].

Note

≥You cannot use the remote control to turn

the unit on when it is being powered by

the battery pack.

≥The unit automatically turns off after being

stopped for 15 minutes (5 minutes when

the battery pack is being used).

≥(Auto power-off function)

∫ To prevent accidental operation

Slide [ON/OFF, HOLD] to

“HOLD”.

In the hold mode, the unit does not respond

when you press the buttons. If you press a

button in the hold mode, “'” appears

on the unit’s display and the [Í] indicator

flashes.

To release:

Slide [ON/OFF, HOLD] to “ON/OFF”.

Stopping play

During play

Press [∫].

The position you stopped play at is record-

ed by the unit when “1” is flashing on the

unit’s display.

While “1” is flashing on the unit’s display,

press [1] to start play from where you

stopped it (Resume function).

If you are playing DVDs, the following dis-

play also appears.

Press [1] while this is displayed to activate

the Chapter Review feature.

Chapter Review:

The beginning portions of each chapter up

to the current one are played. Full play re-

sumes from the point where you stopped

play. (Chapter Review feature works only

within a title.)

∫ To cancel resume function

Press [∫].

Note

≥The resume function does not work if the

disc’s play time is not displayed.

≥The resume position remains in memory

even if the unit is off.

≥It is cleared if you open the disc lid.

DVD VCD CD

ON/OFF

HOLD

Í

ON/OFF

HOLD

Í

ON/OFF

HOLD

Flashes

Press PLAY to Chapter Review

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Disc information

You can also play CDs recorded with DTS (DTS CD) (➡ page 34).

∫ Region number supported by this

unit

Region numbers are allocated to DVD play-

ers and software according to where they

are sold.

≥You can play DVDs marked with labels

containing the region number of this

unit or “ALL”.

Read the disc’s instructions carefully.

For the United Kingdom and

Continental Europe

≥The region number of this unit is “2”.

Example:

For Asia

≥The region number of this unit is “3”.

Example:

∫ Playing DVDs and Video CDs

The producer of the material can control

how these discs are played. This means

that you may not be able to control play of a

disc with some operations described in

these operating instructions. Read the

disc’s instructions carefully.

∫ “Copy Protection”

Some DVD discs contain “Copy Protection”

signal which can affect the video signal if

the output of the player is fed through a

VCR to the TV. The picture may become

unstable or the picture contrast may

change drastically. It is therefore very im-

portant to connect this unit according to the

diagram in these Operating Instructions.

∫ How the picture appears on your tele-

vision

It depends on the aspect ratio of your tele-

vision, and the television’s screen mode

and the aspect ratio recorded on the disc

(➡ page 17).

2 ALL

3 ALL

Discs supported by this

unit

DVD-Video

Video CD

Audio CD

Discs not supported by this

unit

≥DVD with region number other than the

region number of this unit or “ALL” (See

below).

≥Photo CD ≥CD-R

≥DVD-ROM ≥CD-RW

≥DVD-R ≥DVD-RW

≥DVD-RAM ≥DVDiRW

≥CD-ROM ≥CVD

≥VSD ≥Divx Video Disc

≥CDV ≥DVD-AUDIO

≥CD-G ≥SVCD

≥SACD

etc.

Do not try to play Photo CD or CD-R.

Data on the disc may be damaged.

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Getting Started

Disc and unit handling precautions

Concerning discs

Do not use irregulary shaped discs, such

as heart-shaped.

(These discs can damage the unit.)

∫ How to hold a disc

Do not touch the recorded shiny surface.

∫ If the surface is dirty

Wipe it with a damp cloth and then wipe

dry. Wipe from the center toward the cir-

cumference.

Maintenance

∫ To clean this unit, wipe with a soft,

dry cloth.

If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a

soft cloth dipped in a soap-and-water solu-

tion or a weak detergent solution.

≥Never use alcohol, paint thinner or ben-

zine to clean this unit.

≥Before using chemically treated cloth,

read the instructions that came with the

cloth carefully.

∫ Maintenance of the lens

≥If dust is attached to the lens, remove

dust carefully with an air blower for cam-

era lenses (not included).

≥Be careful not to touch the lens with your

fingers.

Play surface (shiny surface)

∫ If the disc is brought from a cold to a

warm environment, moisture may

form on the disc

Wipe with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth before

using the disc.

∫ Handling precautions

≥Do not write on the label side with a ball-

point pen or other writing instrument.

≥Do not use record cleaning sprays, ben-

zine, thinner, static electricity prevention

liquids or any other solvent.

≥Do not attach labels or stickers to discs.

≥Do not use discs with exposed adhesive

from tape or left over peeled off stickers.

≥Do not use scratch-proof protectors or

covers other than those specified for use

with this unit.

∫ Do not place or store discs in the fol-

lowing places

≥Locations exposed to direct sunlight

≥Humid or dusty locations

≥Locations directly exposed to a heat vent

or heating appliance

Avoid the following

≥Spraying flammable insecticides near the

unit,

≥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 equip-

ment such amplifiers.

Preparing the remote control

Insert the battery (Lithium battery)

∫ Replacing the button-type battery

The battery normally lasts for about a year.

Replace if the remote control fails to oper-

ate the unit when used within the operation

range.

Replacement: CR2025

Note

Refer to “Precautions” on page 8.

Operation range

Note

≥Do not expose the remote control signal

sensor to bright light.

≥Do not place obstacles between the re-

mote control signal sensor and the re-

mote control.

≥Do not use another unit’s remote control

at the same time.

Using the AC adaptor

Note

Refer to “Precautions” on page 8.

∫ When the unit is not going to be used

for a long time

The unit consumes 3 W when in standby

mode.

To conserve power, disconnect the AC

mains lead from the mains socket.

DC IN 9V

MENUTOP MENUDISPLAY

V.S.S.

RETURNREPEAT MODE

PORTABLE DVD / VIDEO CD / CD PLAYER DVD-PV55

Í

GHG

∫ ; 1

ENTER

VQT8645

Face + upwards.

Remote control

signal sensor

About 7 m in

front of the

signal sensor

To household mains

socket

The [Í] indicator lights.

Power supply

Front of this

unit

The unit is in the standby condition (the [Í]

indicator lights) when the AC mains lead is

connected. The primary circuit is always “live”

as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an

electrical outlet.

FOR UNITED KINGDOM ONLY

READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC

MAINS LEAD ON PAGE 5 BEFORE

CONNECTION.

Í

CHG

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Getting Started

∫ Recharging and play time

≥Times shown above depend on operating con-

ditions.

≥The charge is shown on the unit’s display dur-

ing charging.

≥Use this indicator as a guide.

∫ Confirm the battery charge on the unit’s

display

∫ If play time dramatically reduces after

recharging

The battery pack has reached the end of its ser-

vice life (it can be recharged about 300 times).

∫ If the unit is not to be used for a long time

≥Detach the battery pack. (Even if the unit is off,

it still uses some power. This can lead to over

discharging of the battery and malfunction.)

≥Recharge the battery pack when you are ready

to use it again.

∫ To detach

1 Slide and hold in position.

≥Use the following battery pack.

≥For the United Kingdom and Continental

Europe: CGP-H501E/1B

≥For Asia: CGP-H501T/1B

≥Read the battery pack’s instructions before

use.

≥Charge the battery pack before using it for the

first time.

≥The battery pack can only be recharged when

the unit is off (➡ page 19, “To turn the unit off”).

1 Attach the battery pack.

Fit the battery pack firmly so it

clicks into place. Ensure the

mark on the unit matches the

LOCK mark on the battery

pack.

2 Recharge the battery pack.

Connect to the household mains socket while the

battery pack is attached (➡ page 12).

Note

Refer to “Precautions” on page 8.

LOCK UNLOCK

TOP MENU

DISPLAY

GROUP

RETURN

V.S.S.

PORTABLE DVD / VIDEO CD / CD PLAYER DVD-PA55

∫

;

ENTER

LOCK UNLOCK

Using the battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) (not included)

Confirm that

the marks match.

Recharging is complete when [CHG] goes

out

Disconnect the AC mains lead and AC

adaptor.

Recharging time

Approx. 4 hours

30 min. (at 20 oC)

Play time

Approx. 7 hours

Full Low

RELEASE

DETACH

ATTACH

LOCK UNLOCK

RELEASE

DETACH

ATTACH

DC IN 9V

Front of this unit

The [CHG] and [Í]

indicators light.

Low

Charging

complete

Flashes

Recharge

LOCK UNLOCK

This unit

Battery pack

Í

CHG

AUDIO

VIDEO

S VIDEO OUT

5.1CH OUT

OPT OUT

DC IN 9V

For the United Kingdom and Continental Europe

Use the RCAJ adaptor (supplied) if your TV has a 21-pin SCART terminal.

Connecting to a television (not included)

This explains connections that allow you to enjoy sound through the television’s speakers.

Refer to page 35 for details on how to enjoy more powerful sound.

Preparations

≥Turn off your television and the unit (➡ page 19, “To turn the unit off”).

≥Read the television’s operating instructions.

VQT8645

Television

To the television’s

21-pin SCART

terminal

Audio/video cable

(supplied)

Audio/video cable (supplied)

RCAJ adaptor (supplied)

S video cable

(not included)

(yellow)

(black)

(yellow)

(red)

(yellow)

(white)

Either of these

This unit

Use the S video

cable when con-

necting the unit to a

TV set equipped

with an S video

input terminal for

the best picture

clarity possible.

Audio input

terminal

S video/video

input terminal

S video output

terminal

Easy setup—Television connections and settings

Note

Connect Your Portable DVD/Video CD/CD Player Directly To Your Television

If the unit is connected to the television through a video cassette recorder, the picture may

not be played back correctly due to the copy guard. So we strongly recommend you do not

connect the unit to your video cassette recorder when setting up your home entertainment

system.

≥Connect to the television section if you connect the unit to a combined television—video

player.

AUDIO

VIDEO

On the

unit

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Getting Started

Selecting TV screen type

These settings are not necessary when using a conventional television (4:3).

Preparations

≥Turn on your television and the unit (➡ page 19, “To turn the unit on”).

≥Switch the video input mode on the television to suit the type of connection you have

made.

1 While stopped

Press [SETUP] or [MENU] to display the initial settings screen.

2 Use the cursor jockey [3, 4] to select “5 TV Aspect” and press [ENTER].

3 Use the cursor jockey [3, 4] to select the TV aspect and press [ENTER].

≥4:3

Select when a conventional television is connected.

≥16:9

Select when a wide-screen television is connected.

4 Press [RETURN] to finish the setting.

∫ To return to the previous menu

Press [RETURN].

Factory Preset

Before enjoying DVD/Video CD/CD

The On-Screen menu language of your player has been factory preset to English.

You can change the menu language to other languages. Refer to “3 Menu Language”

on page 31.

In these instructions it is assumed that English has been selected as the menu lan-

guage.

Note

During DVD play, TV volume may be lower than during TV broadcasts, etc. If you turn the

volume up while playing DVD, ensure that you reduce the volume again before playing

other sources so that a sudden increase in output does not occur.

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Selecting the type of disc for the type of connected TV

Video is recorded onto DVDs and Video CDs using either PAL or NTSC. Read your television’s manu-

al and refer to this table to select suitable discs.

∫ For the United Kingdom and Continental Europe

§1

If you select “NTSC” in “6 NTSC Disc Output” in “9 Other Settings”, the picture may be clearer

(➡ page 32).

§2

In “9 Other Settings”–“6 NTSC Disc Output”, select “PAL 60” (factory preset) (➡ page 32). If your tele-

vision is not equipped to handle PAL 525/60 signals the picture will not be shown correctly.

§3

Screens shown while the unit is stopped (e.g. initial settings) may not be displayed correctly.

§4

In “9 Other Settings”–“6 NTSC Disc Output”, select “PAL 60” (➡ page 32). If your television is not

equipped to handle PAL 525/60 signals the picture will not be shown correctly.

Note

When an NTSC DVD/Video CD is played, the picture may roll up or down on some televisions; adjust

this using the vertical hold control on the television. Televisions not equipped with a vertical hold con-

trol cannot correct this condition. The playback picture may shrink vertically and black bars may appear

both on the top and bottom of the screen, or the picture may be in black and white. This does not indi-

cate a malfunction.

For Asia

When a disc which does not comply with Video CD standard is played, the bottom part of the picture

may disappear.

∫ For Asia

Disc

PAL

NTSC

TV type

Multi-system TV PAL TV NTSC TV

§1 §2

Disc

PAL

NTSC

TV type

Multi-system TV PAL TV

§3

NTSC TV

§4

VQT8645

Getting Started

TV (Screen

mode)

Software

Wide-screen

(pan and scan

format)

Wide-screen

(Letterbox

format)

Regular (4:3)-

screen

Regular (4:3)-

screen

(Letterbox)

How images appear on your TV

(aspect ratios of the screen)

The images on the TV screen depend on the type of software and the television.

4:3

Right and left

edges are cut

off

Letterbox

(with black bands

at top and bottom)

Full screen

Letterbox

(with black bands

at top and bottom)

16:9

(“FULL” mode)

Full screen

Screen

horizontally

enlarged

Screen

horizontally

enlarged

(with black bands

at top and bottom)

16:9

(“ZOOM” mode)

Top and bottom

edges are cut

off

Top and bottom

edges are cut

off

Full screen

16:9

(“AUTO” mode)

Full screen

(with black bands

at right and left)

Screen in which

the picture at

the far left and

far right ends

only is extended

horizontally

(with black bands

at top and bottom)

Note

The images which appear on the TV screen, and what each screen mode is called, depend

on the manufacturer of the television and the type of television. Consult the instruction man-

ual provided with your television.

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Preparations

≥Prepare the power supply (➡ pages 12 and 13).

≥Connect the television and adjust the necessary settings (➡ pages 14 and 15).

1 Slide the lock release and open the disc

lid.

2 Insert a disc.

Close the disc lid by hand.

≥Face the label of the side to be played up.

3 Press and hold [1, ON] to

start play.

The unit comes on automatically.

See below if a menu appears.

Using menus: Basic operations

e.g.:

Press the numeric buttons to select an item.

Use the cursor jockey [3, 4, 2, 1] to highlight

an item and press [ENTER].

∫ Selecting an item numbered 10 and over

with numeric buttons

e.g. 10: [S10]>[1]>[0]

e.g. 25: [S10]>[2]>[5]

∫ Other menu operations

Operation of menus differs from disc to disc, so

read the disc’s instructions for details.

[9] : To move to the next menu

[:] : To return to the previous menu

[TOP MENU]: To return to the first menu

[MENU] : To show menus

[RETURN] : To show menus

DVD VCD

DVD

PORTABLE DVD / VIDEO CD / CD PLAYER D

Basic play

Chapter/Track

number

Elapsed

playing time

Display

Note

≥The surface of the unit may become warm if it is used for a long time, but this is normal and not an in-

dication of malfunction.

≥The disc is still spinning while a menu is on the television. Press [∫] if you have finished viewing.

≥When [1] is pressed immediately after a DVD disc is loaded into the tray, play will take a little longer

to start than when [1] is pressed from the stop mode.

≥It usually takes a little while before picture and sound appear on the television after [1] is pressed,

this is not a malfunction of the unit.

Clicks

Lights

EAST ASIA

SOUTH ASIA

MIDDLE EAST

AFRICA

EUROPE

VQT8645

Basic play

Pausing play

During play

Press [;].

≥Press [1] to resume play.

Skipping chapters and tracks

While playing or paused

Press [:] (backward) or [9] (for-

ward)

Each press increases the number of skips.

Position being played

Slow motion

OOn the unitN

While paused

Press and hold [:] (backward: DVD

only)

or [9] (forward).

The slow motion speed increases in

5 steps if you continue to hold the button

down.

OOn the remote controlN

While paused

Press [6] (backward: DVD only) or

[5] (forward).

Each press increases the speed of the slow

motion in 5 steps.

≥Press [1] to resume play.

Fast forward and rewind—

OOn the unitN

During play

Press and hold [:] (backward) or

[9] (forward).

The search speed increases in 5 steps if

you continue to hold the button down.

OOn the remote controlN

During play

Press [6] (backward) or [5] (for-

ward)

Each press increases the speed of the

search in 5 steps.

≥Press [1] to resume play.

≥For DVDs and Video CDs, audio will be

heard at the initial scan speed (forward di-

rection only). You can turn this sound off if

required (

➡ page 32, “9 Other Settings”).

≥For DTS CDs, audio will not be heard at

any scanning speed.

Frame-by-frame viewing

While paused

Use the cursor jockey [2] (backward:

DVD only)

or [1] (forward).

≥Press and hold to move the frames in suc-

cession.

≥Press [1] to resume play.

≥You can also move forward frame-by-

frame if you press [;].

DVD VCD CD

DVD VCD

Note

Pressing [:, 9] or [6, 5] during menu play of video CDs with playback control

(➡ page 34), the unit may not perform properly.

DVD VCD

DVD VCD CD

: 9 

Lights

Display

Twice TwiceOnce Once

Chapter/Trac

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