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Portable DVD/Video CD/CD Player
Operating Instructions
Model No. DVD-LV57
This manual was printed with soy based ink.
∫ Region number supported by this unit
Region numbers are allocated to DVD play- Example:
ers and software according to where they
are sold.
1
2
≥You can play DVDs marked with labels
1 ALL
4
containing “1” or “ALL”.
Read the disc’s instructions carefully.
Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefu
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The following mark and symbols are lo- WARNING: cated on the bottom of the unit. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT CAUTION DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DO NOT OPEN DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL REMOVE SCREWS. NO BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS. USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. CAUTION! REFER SERVICING TO THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES
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PUSH OPEN ENTER RETURN MENU ON TOP MENU OFF CHG DISPLAY MONITOR Open this page while reading the instructions so you can see where the controls are. a Display b MONITOR DISPLAY [MONITOR] [DISPLAY] h [TOP MENU] [RETURN] TOP MENU RETURN Skip/Slow/Search CHG [:, 9] MENU Charge [CHG] Pause [;] indicator OFF Stop/Off f [MENU] g [∫, – OFF] ON ENTER Cursor jockey d Play/On [3, 4, 2, 1]/ e c [1, ON] [ENTER] Main Unit a5-inch wide screen d [HOLD] switch g Remote control signal LCD e Standby [Í] indicato
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Accessories Table of contents Getting Started Please check and identify the supplied accessories. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 06 (For U.S.A.) Listening caution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 07 To order accessories contact Disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08 1-800-332-5368 or web site Disc handling precautions . . . . . . . . 09 (http://www.panasonic.com). (For Canada) Basic Operations To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made y
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Preparing the remote control . . . . . . 10 Enjoying a larger screen. . . . . . . . . . 12 Power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 ≥Connecting to a television. . . . . . . . . 12 ≥Using the AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 ≥Selecting TV screen type . . . . . . . . . 13 ≥Using the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . 11 ≥Fast forward and rewind— ≥Starting play from a selected title SEARCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 or track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions careful- 10) Protect the power cord from being ly before using the unit. Follow the safety walked on or pinched particularly at instructions on the unit and the applicable plugs, convenience receptacles, and safety instructions listed below. Keep the point where they exit from the these operating instructions handy for apparatus. future reference. 11) Only use attachments/accessories 1) Read these instructions. specified by the man
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Batteries Listening caution 1. Battery pack 1. (Lithium ion battery pack) 1. ≥Use this unit to recharge the bat- tery pack. EST. 1924 1. ≥Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the speci- Do not play your headphones or ear- fied player. phones at a high volume. Hearing experts 1. ≥Do not use the player outside if it advise against continuous extended play. is snowing or raining. (The bat- tery pack is not waterproof.) If you experience a ringing in your ears, 1. ≥Do not get dirt,
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Disc information ∫ Discs that can be played Region Video Indication used Disc type Logo number system in instructions DVD-Video NTSC DVD 1 ALL 1 2 4 Video CD — NTSC VCD Audio CD — — CD ∫Region Management Information ∫ Discs that cannot be played (DVD-Video only) DVD-Audio, PAL discs, DVD-ROM, This unit responds to the Region DVD-R/DVD-RAM, CD-ROM, VSD, CDV, Management Information recorded on CD-G, iRW, DVD-RW, CVD, SVCD, DVD-Video. This unit’s region number is SACD, Divx Video Discs, and Phot
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Disc handling precautions Concerning discs Do not use irregularly shaped discs, such ≥Do not use record cleaning sprays, ben- as heart-shaped. zine, thinner, static electricity prevention (These discs can damage the unit.) liquids or any other solvent. ∫ How to hold a disc ≥Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. Do not touch the recorded shiny surface. ≥Do not use discs with exposed adhesive ∫ If the surface is dirty from tape or left over peeled off stickers. Wipe it with a damp cloth and
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Preparing the remote Power supply control Using the AC adaptor Insert the battery (Lithium battery) DC IN 9V 2 % DC IN 9 V 1 3 This unit (Left side) 1 Face + upwards. Household AC outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) ∫ Replacing the button-type battery The battery normally lasts for about a year. Replace if the remote control fails to operate the unit when used within the operation range. 2 Note Refer to “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” on pages 6 and 7. The [Í] indicator lights. Front of Operation rang
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Using the battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack ) ≥Charge the battery pack before using it ∫ Recharging and play times for the first time. ≥For replacement, see page 4 “Optional Recharging Play time accessories”. [at 20 oC (68 oF)] LCD on LCD off 1 Attach the battery pack. Approx. 1 Insert the guides on the battery Approx. Approx. 5 hours pack into the holes on the base § 5 hours 6 hours and the rear of the unit. § When brightness is set to “j5” Battery This unit (➡ page 21). When brightness i
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Enjoying a larger screen Connecting to a television S video/video input Audio input Television terminal terminal Use the S video cable when connecting the unit to a TV set equipped with an S video input (yellow) (white) (red) terminal for the best picture clarity possible. Audio/video § S video cable cable (included) Either of these (yellow) (black) This unit (Right side) IN/OUT VIDEO AUDIO HOLD VOL OPT OUT § S video cable is not included § Available from Panasonic dealers. Part number: RF
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Selecting TV screen type Choose the setting to suit your television and preference. Preparations ≥Turn on your television and the unit (➡ page 14). ≥Switch the video input mode on the television to suit the connection for the player. 1 Press [ACTION] to show 3 Press [3, 4] to select the menus. “TV Aspect” and press ≥[MENU] is also effective when [ENTER]. stopped. 4 Press [3, 4] to select the item and press [ENTER]. Disc ACTION ≥4:3 Pan&Scan ≥Select if you have a regular televi- English Audio si
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Basic play Preparations ≥Prepare the power supply (➡ pages 10 and 11). ≥When connected to a television (➡ pages 12 and 13), turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the television to suit the connections for the player. Open the outer cover. 1 Press [PUSH OPEN] to open the disc PUSH OPEN lid and insert a disc with the side you want to play label up. Close the disc lid by hand. Clicks Display 2 Press and hold [1, ON] to start play. ON The unit comes on automatically. See
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DVD VCD CD Note Resume function ≥If “$” appears on the screen ≥The operation is prohibited by the unit or The position you stopped play at is disc. recorded by the unit when the “RESUME” ≥When the disc ends indicator lights on the unit’s display. ≥If you have finished using the unit, turn it off to conserve power (➡ page 14, “To RESUME turn the unit off”). ≥The surface of the unit may become While “RESUME” indicator lights on the warm if it is used for a long time, but this unit’s display, pres
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Basic play DVD VCD CD DVD VCD Skipping chapters and Slow-motion tracks OOn the main unitN While paused While playing or paused Press and hold [:] or [9]. Press [:] or [9]. Each press increases the number of OOn the remote controlN skips. While paused Play Position Press [6] or [5]. Twice Once Once Twice Chapter/Track Chapter/Track Chapter/Track Frame-by-frame viewing : 9 While paused Use [2] or [1]. Fast forward and rewind— SEARCH OOn the main unitN ≥Press and hold to move the frames in During
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§ DVD VCD CD DVD VCD Starting play from a Returning to a menu selected title or track The actual contents of menus differ from Remote control only disc to disc, so here we explain only the basic operations. While stopped Press the numbered buttons. During play Play starts from the selected title/track. Press [MENU]. DVD VCD Press [RETURN]. ≥This also works during play if the disc is a karaoke DVD, Video CD, or CD. ∫ With DVDs that contain multiple ≥This may not work with some discs. menus Press
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VCD CD Changing the play sequence Remote control only ∫ To move to the page before or after Program play the one shown Press [6, 5]. You can select up to 32 tracks to play in the order you choose. ∫ To clear the programmed tracks one by one While stopped Press [3, 4] to select the track and press 1 Press [PLAY MODE] until [CANCEL]. (Alternatively you can select the program play screen “Clear” and press [ENTER].) appears. ∫ To clear the whole program Choose a track, then press ENTER. Move to “Cle
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Changing soundtracks, subtitle languages and angles Remote control only DVD Soundtracks Subtitles During play During play Press [AUDIO]. Press [SUBTITLE]. The number changes each time you press The number changes each time you press the button. the button. Digital Î ON 1 ENG 3/2.1 ch 1 ENG ≥You can also use this button to turn the vocals on and off on karaoke discs. ∫ To clear/display the subtitles Read the disc’s instructions for details. 1. Press [SUBTITLE]. 2. Press [1]. 3. Press [3, 4] to s
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Enjoying Virtual Changing the monitor Surround Sound settings (V.S.S.) Remote control only While stopped or playing Press [MONITOR] to change the DVD monitor settings. (Dolby Digital, 2-channel or over only) Each time you press the button: Use V.S.S. to enjoy a surround-like effect if you are using 2 front speakers. If you [) A Changing the size of the picture are playing a disc with surround effects l recorded on it, the effect is broadened MONITOR l MODE and sound seems to come from virtual l
