Panasonic DVD-S29

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OperationsReference
Getting started
Operating Instructions
DVD/CD PLAYER
Model No. DVD-S295
Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this
product, please read the instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future
reference.
Region number
The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number “2” or
“ALL”.
Example:
Accessories/Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Discs that can be played. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Basic play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Convenient functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Displaying current playback condition (Quick On Screen Display)/
Reviewing titles/programs to play (Advanced Disc Review)/
Recalling recommended audio/video setting (AV Enhancer)/
Enjoying clear sound (Sound Enhancement)/. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Enjoying virtual surround (Advanced Surround)/Picture Mode/
Skipping 30 seconds forward/Changing play speed/
Starting play from a selected group/Angle select/Still picture rotation/ . . . . . . . . . 11
Changing soundtracks/Changing subtitles/Zoom/Quick replay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Changing the play sequences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Program/Random play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Using navigation menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Playing data discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Playing CD/Playing HighMAT
TM
discs/Playing RAM/DVD-RW (DVD-VR) discs . . . 15
Using On-Screen Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Main menus/Other Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Changing the player settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Main feature index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back cover
3
5
2
ALL
2
Table of contents
Getting started
STEP 1 Connection to a television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
STEP 2 The remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
STEP 3 QUICK SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Operations
Reference
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Panasonic DVD-S29 Specifications

General

Brand	Panasonic
Model	DVD-S29
Category	DVD Player
Language	English

Summary

Safety Precautions

Laser and Electrical Safety

Covers laser radiation, fire, electric shock, and overheating hazards.

Placement, Voltage, and Lead Safety

Covers unit placement, voltage sources, and AC mains lead handling.

Environmental and Handling Guidelines

Addresses battery disposal, proper unit placement, and avoiding liquids.

Foreign Matter and Service Advice

Warns against foreign objects, liquids, and advises on servicing.

Discs That Can Be Played

Supported Disc Formats

Details playable disc types like DVD-Video, DVD-RAM, CD, etc.

Disc Handling Precautions

STEP 1 Connection to a Television

Video and Component Cable Connections

Illustrates connections for video and component inputs.

Enjoying Progressive Video Output

Instructions for connecting to progressive scan TVs.

STEP 2 The Remote Control

Remote Control Battery Installation

STEP 3 QUICK SETUP

Initial Setup Procedure

Step-by-step guide for initial configuration.

Basic Playback Operations

Starting Playback

Covers powering on, opening tray, loading, and starting discs.

Playback Control Functions

Explains skip, stop, pause, repeat, and search features.

Displaying Playback Information

Quick On Screen Display (OSD)

Audio and Video Enhancements

AV Enhancer Functionality

Automatic audio/video setting optimization.

Sound Enhancement Feature

Advanced Playback and Audio Settings

Virtual Surround Sound Options

Selecting virtual surround modes for audio.

Picture Mode Adjustments

Audio Track and Subtitle Selection

Changing Soundtracks

Changing Subtitles

Changing Play Sequences

Program Playback Setup

Creating custom playback sequences.

Random Playback Setup

Data Disc Navigation

Playing Data Discs

How to play WMA, MP3, JPEG, MPEG4, DivX discs.

On-Screen Menu Navigation

General Menu Navigation

Main Menu Options

Time, Video, Audio, Subtitle Settings

Picture Menu Settings

Picture Mode and Video Output Configuration

Adjusting picture quality and video output modes.

Audio Menu Settings

Surround Sound and Dialogue Enhancer

Sound Enhancement and Attenuator

Changing Player Settings

Video Tab Configuration

TV aspect, type, time delay, video output settings.

Disc Tab Configuration

Audio, subtitle, menu language, review, ratings.

Audio Settings Details

PCM Digital Output Configuration

Dolby Digital, DTS, and MPEG Settings

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power and Operation Problems

Unit not powering on or responding to buttons.

Picture and Sound Malfunctions

No picture/sound, distorted images or audio.

Disc Playback and Subtitle Errors

Disc errors, incorrect subtitle display.

Specific Playback and Time Issues

Troubleshooting Advanced Issues

Menu Display and Zoom Functionality

Progressive Video and Sound Distortion

Ghosting, sound distortion with digital outputs.

Recording, Unit Display, and Television Errors

Recording failures, error messages, TV display issues.

Incompatible Content and Region Errors

Protected content, region restrictions, DivX VOD errors.

Product Specifications

Signal System and Disc Compatibility

Technical details on signal types and playable discs.

Video and Audio Output Specifications

Audio Performance and Power Details