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Panasonic CT-20DC50 User Manual

Panasonic CT-20DC50
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Color Television/DVD Combo
Operating Instructions
CT-20DC50 CT-27DC50
CT-27DC50U
TQB2AA0339-2 10417
PRINTED IN USA
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA (7262) or
send e-mail to: consumerproducts@panasonic.com (USA only)
0339-Cover.fm Page 1 Thursday, May 10, 2001 8:36 AM
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Panasonic CT-20DC50 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Screen Size20 inches
Display TechnologyCRT
Resolution480i
Aspect Ratio4:3
DVD PlayerYes
DVD Formats SupportedDVD, DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD, CD-R, CD-RW
InputsComposite Video, RF
Comb Filter3D Y/C Comb Filter

Summary

Information For Your Safety

Laser Safety Precautions

Cautionary advice regarding laser beam exposure.

Electric Shock and Fire Warnings

Warnings to prevent electrical shock and fire hazards.

FCC Compliance Information

FCC Radio Frequency Interference

Details on FCC rules for radio frequency energy.

FCC Compliance Recommendations

Advice to ensure continued FCC compliance.

Screen Care for Fixed Images

Product Information

Customer Record Details

Information for recording model and serial numbers.

Care and Cleaning Instructions

Guidelines for cleaning the TV and remote.

Technical Specifications

Key technical specifications of the product.

Installation Guidelines

Television Placement

Advice on optimal placement of the television.

Cable and Antenna Connections

How to connect cables and antennas for signal reception.

Power and Component Connections

Safety and connection for power cord and optional equipment.

Remote Control Operation

Remote Control Layout

Overview of the remote control buttons and functions.

Remote Control Functionality

Key Function Chart

Detailed chart of remote control key functions.

Remote Control Maintenance

Battery Installation and Precautions

Instructions for installing and handling remote batteries.

Remote Control Programming

Programming The Remote

How to program the remote for other devices.

Remote Control Codes

Component Code Listings

Codes for programming the remote with various brands.

Optional Equipment Connections

VCR and Audio Connections

Connecting external video and audio devices.

Audio Amplifier Adjustments

Adjusting audio volume with an external amplifier.

Advanced Audio Connections

Dolby Digital Decoder Setup

Connecting a Dolby Digital decoder for enhanced audio.

Main Menu Navigation

Main Menu Overview

Accessing and navigating the main menu.

Front Panel Controls

Description of physical buttons on the TV.

Main Menu Feature Chart

Setup Menu Options

Features within the Setup menu.

Audio Menu Options

Features within the Audio menu.

Main Menu Features

Timer and Scheduling

Setting sleep and program timers.

DVD Setup and Picture Settings

Configuring DVD playback and picture adjustments.

Channel Captioning and Lock Functions

Station labeling and content locking features.

Special Features

Language Selection

Changing the on-screen menu language.

Timer Functionality

Using Sleep Timer and Program Timer.

Special Features Details

Timer Operation Details

Explains automatic turn-off and program activation.

Channel Captioning (CH CAP)

How to create custom station labels.

Lock and Parental Control

Game Guard Lock/Unlock

Preventing viewing of games and videos.

V-Chip Parental Control

Using V-Chip for blocking content.

V-Chip Operation

Motion Picture Ratings Setup

Setting up movie rating blocks.

TV Parental Guide Setup

Setting up TV program rating blocks.

Parental Rating Charts

Motion Picture Ratings Explanation

Chart explaining movie rating categories.

TV Parental Guide Ratings Explanation

Chart explaining TV program rating categories.

V-Chip System Caution

Customer Caution for V-Chip

Important cautions regarding V-Chip usage.

Blocking Messages and Child Lock

How blocking messages and child lock work.

Child Lock Functionality

Child Lock Procedure

Steps to lock the DVD tray.

DVD Remote Control Functions

DVD Menu Navigation

How to navigate DVD menus.

Angle Selection

Changing viewing angles for DVDs.

DVD Content Control

Subtitle Language Selection

Changing subtitle languages on DVDs.

DVD Audio and Playback Modes

Audio Track Language Selection

Changing audio track languages for DVDs.

Programmed Playback (Play Mode)

Programming playback order for tracks.

DVD Playback Modes

Play Mode Operation

How to use Play Mode and Random Play.

DVD Marker Function

Storing and Recalling Markers

Using the marker feature to bookmark scenes.

DVD Repeat Playback

Repeat Mode Functionality

Setting repeat playback for chapters, tracks, or entire disc.

A-B Repeat Feature

A-B Repeat Setup

Repeating specific sections of a DVD.

Virtual Surround Sound

VSS Effect Settings

Adjusting virtual surround sound effects.

VSS Mode Comparison

Differences between VSS 1 and VSS 2 modes.

DVD Player Operations

Volume Adjustment in DVD Mode

How to adjust volume while playing DVDs.

On-Screen Menu Icons

Understanding on-screen display icons.

DVD Setup Menus

Disc Language Settings

Selecting audio, subtitle, and menu languages.

Ratings Level Configuration

Setting parental control rating limits.

DVD Setup Options

Rating Level Explanations

Explanation of different rating levels.

Managing Player Lock Status

Options for unlocking the player and changing codes.

DVD Menu Language Selection

Selecting On-Screen Menu Language

Choosing the language for on-screen menus.

On-Screen Message Settings

Configuring On-Screen Messages

Setting display of on-screen messages and their color.

TV Aspect Ratio and Audio Output

TV Aspect Ratio Setup

Selecting the TV aspect ratio (4:3 or 16:9).

Digital Audio Output Configuration

Setting digital audio output format.

DVD Player Advanced Settings

Digital Audio Output Formats

PCM, Dolby Digital, and DTS output settings.

Other Settings Overview

Accessing various other special features.

Other Settings Details

TV Mode and Dynamic Range

TV mode selection and dynamic range compression.

Still Picture Display Options

Selecting display type for still pictures.

Picture Encoding and Black Level

I/P/B Picture Type Explanation

Explanation of MPEG picture coding types.

Black Level Control Adjustment

Adjusting the picture's black level.

Language Code List

TV Troubleshooting Guide

Troubleshooting Audio Issues

Solutions for noisy or no audio problems.

Troubleshooting Video Issues

Solutions for snowy or no video problems.

DVD Troubleshooting Guide

DVD Playback Problems

Solutions for play start and stop issues.

Disc and Operation Errors

Solutions for disc errors and control issues.

Notes and Contact Information

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