Panasonic DVD-S97

EB E EE GN
RQT7258-B
Operating Instructions
DVD/CD PLAYER
Model No. DVD-S97
®
Dear customer
T hank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and
safety, please read these instructions carefully before connecting,
operating or adjusting this product. Please keep this manual for future
reference.
Region number
The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region
number or “ALL”.
Example: [The\United\Kingdom\and\Continental\Europe[
Caution for AC Mains Lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Accessories/Discs that can be played . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Basic play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Enjoying higher quality audio and video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Recalling recommended audio/video setting—AV Enhancer . . . . . . .7
Reproducing more natural audio—Multi Re-master . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Enjoying even higher quality sound—AUDIO ONLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Adjusting picture mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Changing the play sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
All group/Program/Random play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Convenient functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Changing play speed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Starting play from a selected group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Quick replay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Position memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Changing soundtracks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Changing subtitles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Angle select and Still picture rotation/advance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Changing the zoom ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Reducing noise in pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Using navigation menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Playing WMA/MP3/JPEG/MPEG4 discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Playing CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Playing HighMAT
TM
discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Playing RAM discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Using On-Screen Menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Main Menus/Other Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Changing the player settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Changing the speaker setting to suit your speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Disc handling/Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Main feature index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back cover
[Note]
“EB” on the packaging indicates the United Kingdom.
Region Number
The United Kingdom and Continental Europe 2
Australia and N.Z. 4
Russia 5
3
5
2
ALL
2
Table of contents
Getting started
STEP 1 Connection to a television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Enjoying higher quality audio and video (HDMI connection) . . . . . . . .4
Enjoying multi-channel surround sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
STEP 2 The remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
STEP 3 QUICK SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
STEP 4 Television operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Operations
Reference
Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating
instructions are of the models for the United Kingdom and
Continental Europe.

Panasonic DVD-S97 Specifications

General

Brand	Panasonic
Model	DVD-S97
Category	DVD Player
Language	English

Summary

Safety and AC Mains Lead Precautions

How to Replace the Fuse

Accessories and Disc Compatibility

Discs That Can Be Played

Lists and describes various disc formats compatible with the player, including their logos and indications.

Connecting to Your Television

High-Quality Audio and Video via HDMI

Explains how to connect via HDMI for digital high-definition video and multi-channel surround sound.

Initial Setup and Operation

Remote Control and Television Operation

Covers remote control basics, quick setup procedures, and operating your television with the player's remote.

Basic Playback Procedures

Enhancing Audio and Video Quality

Adjusting Picture Settings

On-Screen Menu Navigation and Settings

Configuring Player Settings

Advanced Player Settings

Speaker Configuration and Calibration

Guides users on configuring speaker settings, delay times, presence, size, and channel balance for optimal sound.

Technical Specifications

Troubleshooting Common Issues