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RQTC0077

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Troubleshooting guide

Troubleshooting guide

Power

No power.

Insert the AC mains lead securely into the household mains 
socket. 

(7)

The unit is 

automatically 

switched to the 

standby mode.

When “AUTO POWER OFF” is set to “ON”, the unit 

automatically switches to standby after approximately 30 
minutes in the stop mode. 

(15)

No operation

No response 

when any buttons 

pressed.

This unit cannot play discs other than the ones listed in 
these operating instructions. 

(5)

The unit may not be operating properly due to lightning, 

static electricity or some other external factor. Turn the 

unit off and then back to ON. Alternatively, turn the unit off, 

disconnect the AC mains lead, and then reconnect it.

Condensation has formed: Wait 1 to 2 hours for it to 

evaporate.


No response when 

remote control 

buttons pressed.  

Check that the batteries are installed correctly. 

(7)

The batteries are depleted: Replace them with new ones. 

(7)

Point the remote control at the remote control sensor and 
operate. 

(8)

When using On-Screen Menus, press [

w

 

q

] to select the 

item, then press [

e

 

r

] to make the settings. 


No picture or sound.

Check the video or audio connection. 

(6, 7)

Check the power or input setting of the connected equipment.

You have forgotten 

your ratings 

password.

Reset all the settings 

to Factory Preset.

While stopped, remove the disc, and then press and hold  

[

q

] (PLAY) and [

;

 OPEN/CLOSE] on the unit and then 

also press and hold [

8

] on the unit until “INITIALIZED” 

disappears from the television. Turn the unit off and on 

again. All settings will return to the default values.

Specific operation impossible or incorrect

It takes time before 

play starts.

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 

functions do not 

work.

These functions do not work with some DVD-Videos.

Menu doesn’t 

appear. 

VCD

 with 

playback control

Press [

g

] twice and then press [

q

] (PLAY).

Play doesn’t start.

If a disc contains CD-DA and other formats, proper playback 

may not be possible.

No subtitles.

Display the subtitles. 

(12)

In A-B Repeat, point 

B is automatically 

set.

The end of an item becomes point B when it is reached.

Repeat play is 

automatically 

canceled.

A-B Repeat is canceled when you press [QUICK REPLAY].

Repeat play may be canceled when you press [M. SKIP].

Picture incorrect

Picture distorted.

Ensure that the unit is not connected through a video 
cassette recorder. 

(6)

Make sure that progressive output has not been selected 

when the connected television is not progressive 

compatible. Press and hold [RETURN] until the picture 

displays correctly. The settings will return to “INTERLACE”.


Picture size doesn’t 

fit the screen.

Change “TV ASPECT” in “VIDEO” tab. 

(14)

Use the television to change the aspect. If your television 
does not have that function, change “TV ASPECT”. 

(14)

Change the zoom setting. 

(10)


The television may 

display incorrectly 

or colors appear 

faded.

The unit and television are using different video systems.

Asia

 Use a multi-system or NTSC television.

Others

 Use a multi-system or PAL television.

The system used on the disc doesn’t match your television.

–PAL discs cannot be correctly viewed on an NTSC television.

–This unit can convert NTSC signals to PAL60 for viewing on 

a PAL television (“NTSC DISC OUT” in “VIDEO” tab). 

(14)

Menu not displayed 

correctly.

Restore the zoom ratio to “NORMAL”. 

(10)

Change “TV ASPECT” in “VIDEO” tab. 

(14)

When playing 

PAL disc, picture 

distorted.

Set Transfer mode to “AUTO”. 

(13)

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.)

Summary of Contents for DVDS1 - PORTABLE DVD PLAYER

Page 1: ...s that can be played 5 STEP 1 Connection to a television 6 STEP 2 The remote control 7 Operations Basic play 8 Playing MP3 JPEG discs 9 Convenient functions 10 Displaying current playback condition Quick replay Skipping about 30 seconds forward Zoom Enjoying advanced surround 10 Changing the play sequences 11 Program play Random play 11 Using On Screen Menus 12 On Screen Menu 1 12 On Screen Menu 2...

Page 2: ...lease call 0870 240 6284 or visit our website www panasonic co uk guarantee n Accessories Safety precautions Safety precautions Placement Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight high temperatures high humidity and excessive vibration These conditions can damage the cabinet and other components thereby shortening the unit s service life Do not place heavy items on the unit Volt...

Page 3: ...elow 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 these colours 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 which is marked with the letter N or co...

Page 4: ...E SÅ RISIKO FOR ELEKTRISK SJOKK ELLER BRANN FORÅRSAKET AV OVERHETING UNNGÅS APPARATETS VENTILASJONSÅPNINGER MÅ IKKE DEKKES TIL MED AVISER BORDDUKER GARDINER OG LIGNENDE PLASSER IKKE ÅPEN ILD SLIK SOM LEVENDE LYS OPPÅ APPARATET BRUKTE BATTERIER MÅ KASSERES UTEN FARE FOR MILJØET Laite tulee asettaa lähelle verkkopistorasiaa ja pistokkeen täytyy olla sellaisessa asennossa että siihen on helppo tarttu...

Page 5: ...ll cases due to the type of discs the condition of the recording the recording method and how the files were created è page 16 Tips for making data discs 1 Discs recorded on DVD video recorders or DVD video cameras using DVD Video Format 2 Recorded using a format different from DVD Video Format therefore some functions cannot be used 3 A process that allows play on compatible equipment To play a d...

Page 6: ...stereo sound To enjoy progressive video Connect to a progressive output compatible television 1 The United Kingdom and Continental Europe Set VIDEO OUT SCART to VIDEO YPbPr for component terminals è page 15 VIDEO tab 2 Set VIDEO OUT I P to PROGRESSIVE then follow the instructions on the menu screen è page 15 VIDEO tab The United Kingdom and Continental Europe Panasonic televisions with 625 576 50i...

Page 7: ...use batteries if the covering has been peeled off Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long period of time Store in a cool dark place Use Aim at the remote control sensor è page 8 avoiding obstacles at a maximum range of 7 m directly in front of the unit n AC ...

Page 8: ...be displayed properly on 4R 4RW If you are experiencing problems refer to troubleshooting guide è page 17 18 Basic play ENTER MENU TOP MENU FUNCTIONS RETURN ZOOM REPLAY QUICK SETUP SLOW SEARCH PLAY STOP SKIP PAUSE QUICK OSD CM SKIP MODE PLAY FL SELECT Standby on switch 8 Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa In standby mode the unit is still consuming a small amount of pow...

Page 9: ...s Press RETURN to go back to previous screen Press MENU to display exit the screen Select the picture in thumbnails menu JPEG While pictures are being displayed press MENU to display the thumbnails To select a picture in a group Press e r w q to select the picture and press ENTER To select a picture in other groups 1 Press e to select the group name 2 Press w q to select the group and press ENTER ...

Page 10: ... Zoom DVD V VCD JPEG JPEG Press h Press ZOOM to select the zoom ratio 1 2 ZOOM NORMAL Press e r to change current elapsed play time M SKIP Enjoying advanced surround DVD V VCD 2 or more channels Motion picture with 2 or more channels only Enjoy a surround like effect when using 2 front speakers Press ADVANCED SURROUND to select A SURROUND1 A SURROUND2 A SURROUND3 or OFF A SURROUND1 Light effect A ...

Page 11: ...hen press e r to select the item and press RETURN Clearing the whole program Press q several times to select CLEAR ALL and press ENTER The whole program is also cleared when the unit is turned off or the disc tray is opened To exit the program screen Press PLAY MODE several times DVD V VCD CD MP3 JPEG MODE PLAY DVD V PROGRAM SELECT CHAPTER TITLE CHAP CHAP 1 CHAP 2 CHAP 3 1 4 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 4 2 4...

Page 12: ...gs Press to exit Select Select Using On Screen Menus Items shown differ depending on the type of software Audio Motion picture Press e r to select the soundtrack VCD CD Press e r to select L R L4R or L R Subtitle Discs with subtitles Press e r to select the subtitle language or OFF On 4R 4RW a subtitle number may be shown for subtitles that are not displayed Angle DVD V with multiple angles Press ...

Page 13: ...he content is distorted Picture mode Press e r to select the mode NORMAL Normal images CINEMA1 Mellows images and enhances detail in dark scenes CINEMA2 Sharpens images and enhances detail in dark scenes DYNAMIC Enhances the contrast for powerful images ANIMATION Suitable for animation On Screen Menu 2 Using On Screen Menus Advanced surround Motion picture with 2 or more channels Enjoy a surround ...

Page 14: ...R MENU TOP MENU FUNCTIONS RETURN ZOOM REPLAY QUICK SETUP M SKIP QUICK OSD FL SELECT MODE PLAY SLOW SEARCH Register ENTER ENTER ENTER VIDEO tab SETTING STATE Display the current setting of the items below TV ASPECT Choose the setting to suit your television and preference To select how to show images made for 16 9 aspect screens on a 4 3 aspect television 4 3PAN SCAN 4 3LETTERBOX 4 3ZOOM To select ...

Page 15: ...he volume is low through compressing the range of the lowest sound level and the highest sound level Convenient for late night viewing Only works with Dolby Digital OFF n DISPLAY tab SETTING STATE Display the current setting of the items below LANGUAGE 5 ENGLISH FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL DEUTSCH ITALIANO SVENSKA NEDERLANDS POLSKI 6 ENGLISH FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL DEUTSCH ITALIANO ÐÓÑÑÊÈÉ NEDERLANDS PORTUGUÊS 7 EN...

Page 16: ...82 Turkmen 8475 Twi 8487 Ukrainian 8575 Urdu 8582 Uzbek 8590 Vietnamese 8673 Volapük 8679 Welsh 6789 Wolof 8779 Xhosa 8872 Yiddish 7473 Yoruba 8979 Zulu 9085 Language code list Tips for making data discs Format Disc Extension Reference MP3 DVD R RW CD R RW MP3 mp3 Sampling frequency DVD R RW 11 02 12 22 05 24 44 1 and 48 kHz CD R RW 8 11 02 12 16 22 05 24 32 44 1 and 48 kHz This unit is not compat...

Page 17: ...layed however this is normal The program functions do not work These functions do not work with some DVD Videos Menu doesn t appear VCD with playback control Press g twice and then press q PLAY Play doesn t start If a disc contains CD DA and other formats proper playback may not be possible No subtitles Display the subtitles 12 In A B Repeat point B is automatically set The end of an item becomes ...

Page 18: ...EG Except Asia PCM 15 DTS OFF 15 Troubleshooting guide Progressive video There is ghosting when progressive output is on This problem is caused by the editing method or material used on DVD Video but should be corrected if you use interlace output Change VIDEO OUT I P in VIDEO tab to INTERLACE 15 Pictures not in progressive output If the unit is connected to the television through VIDEO OUT or S V...

Page 19: ...quency response DVD linear audio 4 Hz to 22 kHz 48 kHz sampling 4 Hz to 44 kHz 96 kHz sampling CD Audio 4 Hz to 20 kHz S N ratio CD Audio 115 dB Dynamic range DVD linear audio 92 dB CD Audio 90 dB Total harmonic distortion CD Audio 0 003 Digital audio output Coaxial digital output Pin jack Pickup Wave length 653 nm 790 nm Laser power CLASS 1 CLASS 3A NORSK Pickup Bølgelengde 653 nm 790 nm Lasersty...

Page 20: ...hese products to designated collection points where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis Alternatively in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent new product Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which ...

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