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Panasonic PV-DM2791

Panasonic PV-DM2791
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Panasonic PV-DM2791 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeTV DVD Combo
Screen Size27 inches
Display TechnologyCRT
Resolution480i
DVD Player TypeBuilt-in
DVD PlayerYes
Audio OutputStereo
TunerNTSC
Built-in DevicesDVD Player
InputsComposite, S-Video, RF
OutputsComposite
Comb Filter3D Y/C

Summary

Installation and Usage Safety Precautions

Power Source and Cord Handling Safety

Guidelines for safe power source connection and cord handling.

Ventilation and Location Safety Warnings

Warnings against blocking ventilation and placing unit in hot/humid locations.

Personal Injury Prevention Measures

Precautions to avoid personal injury from unit placement and movement.

Outdoor Antenna Installation Safety

Guidelines for safe antenna connection to prevent electrical hazards.

Unit Usage and Service Safety

Precautions for use near water, storms, and service safety.

Service Safety Guidelines

Instructions to refer servicing to qualified personnel and avoid self-repair.

Safety Precautions and Warnings

Laser Product Safety Information

Warnings and instructions regarding the Class I laser product.

FCC Compliance and Region Management

Details FCC regulations, symbols, and DVD region management.

Before Using the Unit

Loading Batteries and Accessories

Step-by-step guide for inserting batteries and listing accessories.

Self-Demo Mode and Tape Protection

Instructions for self-demo mode and preventing accidental tape erasure.

Recording and Playback Time Reference

Table showing recording and playback times for different tape speeds.

Unit Information and Specifications

Head Cleaning and Time Settings

Explains video head cleaning and Daylight Saving Time adjustments.

Quality Picture Features

Describes tracking, V-Lock, and PanaBlack picture tube features.

Technical Specifications

Unit Display, VCR, and Tuner Specifications

Lists technical details of the unit's display, VCR, tuner, and radio.

Disc Information and Handling

Supported and Unsupported Disc Formats

Lists compatible and incompatible disc types.

Disc Handling, Cleaning, and Storage Precautions

Guidelines for handling, cleaning, and storing discs to prevent damage.

Disc Handling Precautions

Warnings about storing discs in unsuitable environments and moisture.

Location of Controls

Remote Control Buttons Identification

Identifies and describes the functions of all remote control buttons.

Illuminated Remote Control Features

Details the features and operation of the illuminated remote control.

Front View of the Unit

Front Panel Controls and Connections

Diagram and labels for front panel controls and ports.

Manual Disc Ejection Procedure

Procedure for manually ejecting a stuck disc.

Unit Indicators and Rear Connections

Front Panel Indicator Lights Explained

Explains the meaning of indicator lights on the unit's front panel.

Rear Panel InputOutput Connectors

Diagram and labels for rear panel input and output connectors.

Connections

Antenna and CableDSS Box Setup

Guides for connecting antennas and cable/DSS boxes.

Audio Connections

Connecting to Amplifiers and Speakers

Describes how to connect the unit for audio output.

Digital Audio Output Usage Guide

Explains how to use the digital audio output for enhanced sound.

Digital Audio Setup

Dolby Digitaldts System Connection

Illustrates audio connection for Dolby Digital/dts systems.

Optical Audio Cable Usage Notes

Instructions and warnings for connecting optical digital audio cables.

Initial Setup Process

Language, Channel, and Clock Auto-Set

Guides the first-time setup for language, channels, and clock.

Important Auto Clock Set Notes

Crucial notes regarding the auto clock set feature.

Initial Setup Completion

Manual Clock Setting Procedure

Instructions to manually set the clock if initial setup is incomplete.

Resetting Unit Memory Functions

Procedure to reset all stored settings and configurations.

Resetting Settings

Language, Channel, and Clock Adjustments

Steps to reset or adjust language, channels, and clock settings.

Time Zone Adjust and Channel Management

Adjusting Time Zone Settings

Procedure to adjust the clock for different time zones.

Adding and Deleting Channels

How to add or remove channels from the unit's memory.

Basic Tape Operations

Tape Playback Controls and Modes

Instructions for playing video tapes, including search and still modes.

Recording a Tape with OTR

Steps for recording onto a video tape, including One Touch Recording.

Tape Copying (Dubbing)

Connections and Setup for Dubbing

Guides for connecting VCRs and setting up for tape dubbing.

Selecting Input Mode for Copying

How to select the correct input source for dubbing.

Basic DVD Operation

Inserting and Playing DVDs

Step-by-step guide for playing DVDs, including insertion and playback.

Operating DVDs via Unit Buttons

Describes how to operate DVD playback using the unit's buttons.

DVD Advanced Playback Features

Search, Skip, Still, and Slow Motion

How to search, skip, pause, and play DVDs in slow motion.

Resume and Auto-Power Off Functions

How to resume playback and explanations of auto-power off.

Video CD Interactive Menu Navigation

Guide for navigating Video CDs with interactive menus.

TV Operation

Basic TV Tuning and Volume Control

Basic steps for operating the TV tuner, including channel and volume.

TV Features: 100 Key, Rapid Tune, Mute, Phones

Using 100 key, Rapid Tune, Audio Mute, and Phones.

Stereo Broadcasts and Audio Modes

Receivable Broadcast Types Explained

Describes different audio broadcast types and their indicators.

Selecting TV Audio Modes

Steps to select desired audio modes (Stereo, Mono) for TV viewing.

Closed Caption System

Closed Caption Mode Features and Selections

Steps to activate and configure Closed Caption modes and available selections.

Recording Closed Caption Programs

How to record programs with closed captions.

Caption On Mute Feature

Displaying Captions with Muted Audio

How to display closed captions when the audio is muted.

Timer Features

ON-TIMER with Alarm Setup

How to set the unit to turn on automatically with an optional alarm.

Sleep Timer Setup Procedure

How to set the unit to turn off automatically after a set period.

On-Screen Display (OSD)

TVVCR Status and Clock Display

Explains the status and clock information displayed on screen.

Blue Screen and ChannelFunction Display

Describes blue screen display and channel/function information.

FM Radio Operation

FM Radio Setup and Antenna Configuration

Steps to set up the FM radio and antenna for reception.

FM Radio Usage

Tuning and Selecting FM Stations

How to tune into FM stations using presets or scanning.

FM Radio Audio Mode Selection

How to select Stereo or Mono audio modes for FM radio.

Timer Recording

Setting Up Timer Recording Programs

Detailed steps for setting up timer recordings for up to 8 programs.

Timer Recording Setup Checklist

Checklist for successful timer recording setup.

Timer Operation Management

Canceling and Modifying Timer Recordings

How to cancel, review, replace, or clear programmed timer recordings.

Key Timer Recording Notes

Important notes regarding timer recording procedures and potential issues.

Universal Remote Control Setup

Programming Remote for CableDSS Boxes

Step-by-step instructions for programming the remote.

Using Universal Remote Control Functions

Explains which remote buttons work in different modes (TV, FM, DVD, DSS/CABLE).

Remote Control Brand Codes

DSS and Cable Box Brand Code Lists

Lists codes for programming the remote to control various DSS and Cable Box brands.

Remote Control Compatibility Notes

Important notes on using brand codes and remote control compatibility.

Tape Operation: Search Functions

Index Search Procedure

How to directly access specific recordings using index numbers.

Calculating Index Numbers for Search

Examples for calculating index numbers for searching.

Program End Search

Locating Recording End Points for Continuity

Locates the end point of a recording for continuity.

Tape Operation: Repeat and Zero Search

Repeat Play Functionality Setup

How to set the unit to repeatedly play a recording.

Zero Search for Specific Tape Locations

How to quickly return to a specific tape counter location.

Auto Operation and Commercial Skip

Auto Operation Features Explained

Explains features like Auto Shut Off, Auto Playback, and Auto Rewind.

Commercial Skip Feature Usage

How to skip sections of recorded tape during playback.

Special VCR Features: Captioning

Preset Channel Caption Setup Procedure

How to set station names (captions) for channels.

Channel Caption Functionality Explained

Explanation of what channel captions are and how they are set.

Manual Captioning

Creating Custom Channel Captions

How to create custom channel captions.

Correcting Manual Caption Entries

Steps for correcting manual caption entries.

Time Stamp Feature

Recording and Displaying Program Data

How the unit writes and displays program data (date, time, channel) on recordings.

Remote Warning, Weak Signal, and VCR Lock

Remote Warning and Weak Signal Display Settings

How to activate remote warnings and display weak signal pictures.

VCR Lock Security Feature Activation

How to lock the VCR to prevent unauthorized use, useful for children.

V-Chip Control Setup

Secret Code Management for V-Chip

How to set and manage a 4-digit code for V-Chip control.

Changing Your V-Chip Secret Code

Procedure to change the existing secret code.

US Movies Ratings for V-Chip Control

Setting US Movies Ratings Blocking

How to set V-Chip control for US movie ratings.

US Movies Ratings Chart Explanation

Chart explaining US movie rating categories.

US TV Programs Ratings for V-Chip Control

Setting US TV Programs Ratings Blocking

How to set V-Chip control for US TV program ratings.

US TV Programs Ratings Charts Explained

Explains US TV program rating categories and content ratings.

V-Chip Blocking Message Interpretation

Understanding Program Blocking Messages

Explains the message displayed when a program is blocked by V-Chip.

Temporarily Deactivating V-Chip Control

How to temporarily deactivate V-Chip control to view a blocked program.

Audio Features

Selecting Audio Modes for Playback

How to select audio modes (Hi-Fi, Normal) for playback.

Selecting Audio Modes for Recording

How to select audio modes for recording broadcasts.

Speaker and Surround Sound Settings

Speaker ONOFF System Operation

How to turn the unit's speakers on or off.

Surround Sound Effect Activation

How to enable and use the surround sound effect.

Audio and Video Menus

Audio Menu Settings Explained

Settings for audio modes like AUTO, MOVIE, MUSIC, SPEECH.

Video Menu Settings Explained

Settings for video modes like NORMAL, MOVIE, NIGHT.

Audio and Video Adjustment

Video Adjustment Parameters

Adjusting color, tint, brightness, picture, and sharpness.

Audio Adjustment Parameters

Adjusting bass, treble, and balance for sound.

Disc Operation: Subtitles and Audio

DVD Subtitle Language Selection Guide

How to select subtitle languages for DVDs.

DVD Audio Track Language Selection Guide

How to select audio track languages for DVDs.

Disc Operation: Angles, Karaoke, and Zoom

Multiple Angle Viewing for DVDs

How to view scenes shot from multiple camera angles on DVDs.

Karaoke Disc Vocal Selection Guide

How to select vocal tracks for karaoke discs.

Picture Zoom Feature for DVDs

How to enlarge and move parts of the DVD picture during playback.

Disc Operation: Menu Navigation

Navigating DVD Title Menus

How to select titles from a DVD's title menu.

Using DVD Menus for Content Access

How to navigate and use DVD-specific menus.

Program and Repeat Play for CDsVCDs

Programming Playback Order for CDsVCDs

How to program specific tracks and playback order for Video CDs and CDs.

Setting Repeat Playback for CDsVCDs

How to set Video CDs or CDs to repeat playback.

Random Play for CDsVCDs

Playing Tracks in Random Order

How to play tracks from Video CDs or CDs in a random order.

DVD Operation with On-Screen Displays

Viewing Disc and Unit Information On-Screen

Using on-screen displays to view disc and unit information.

On-Screen Display Examples

Examples of DVD and Video CD information displayed on screen.

Detailed On-Screen Display Descriptions

DVD On-Screen Information Details

Details for Title No., Chapter No., Disc played, and Elapsed time for DVDs.

Video CDCD On-Screen Information Details

Details for Track No., Playback control, Disc played, and Elapsed time for Video CDs/CDs.

Unit Information Screens

Repeat Play Modes Explained

Setting different repeat play modes (Chapter, Title, Disc).

Play Modes for CDsVCDs Explained

Selecting play modes for Video CDs/CDs (Program, Random, Normal).

DVD Lock Feature

Preventing DVD Playback by Ratings

Prevents playback of DVDs based on rating levels.

DVD Lock Ratings Setup Procedure

Setting DVD lock levels and ratings to block content.

DVD Operation Settings

Disc Language Settings Selection

Selecting preferred languages for audio, subtitles, and menus on DVDs.

Audio Output and Still Mode Settings

Setting the digital audio output format and still picture adjustments.

TV Mode Display Style Selection

Selecting screen display style for wide-screen video.

DVD Audio Output Settings

Detailed Digital Audio Output Options

Detailed options for digital audio output settings based on connected amplifier.

Still Mode and TV Mode Adjustments

Still Mode Picture Quality Settings

Setting still mode for better picture quality.

TV Mode Aspect Ratio Settings

Setting screen display style for wide-screen playback.

Troubleshooting Guide

Resolving Power, Monitor, and VCR Issues

Troubleshooting common issues with Power, Monitor, VCR, and Remote Control.

Disc and Cassette Troubleshooting

DVDVCDCD Playback Problems

Troubleshooting common problems with disc playback.

Cassette and Disc Handling Issues

Troubleshooting issues with cassette insertion/removal and disc removal.

Warning and Instruction Displays

Understanding On-Screen Warning Messages

Explains various on-screen messages and their meanings.

Language Code List

Language Codes for DVD Settings

List of language codes used for setting audio and subtitle preferences.

Service Center Information

Panasonic Service Center Locations and Contact Details

Contact information and locations for Panasonic service centers.

Spanish Quick Guide: Connections

External Antenna Connection Guide

Spanish guide for external antenna connection.

TV Cable Connection Guide

Spanish guide for TV cable connections.

Spanish Quick Guide: Initial Setup

Setting Language, Channel, and Clock (Spanish)

Spanish guide for setting language, channels, and clock.

Important Auto Clock Notes (Spanish)

Important Spanish notes for automatic clock adjustment.

Spanish Quick Guide: Basic Operations

Basic Tape Playback and Recording (Spanish)

Spanish guide for basic tape playback and recording.

Timer Recording Setup (Spanish)

Spanish guide for setting up timer recordings.

Spanish Quick Guide: DVD Operations

Basic DVD Playback Procedures (Spanish)

Spanish guide for basic DVD operations like power, disc insertion, and playback.

DVD On-Screen Displays Usage (Spanish)

Spanish guide for using on-screen displays for DVD information.

Spanish Quick Guide: DVD Features

Changing DVD Subtitle and Audio Languages (Spanish)

Spanish guide to change subtitle and audio languages for DVDs.

DVD Angle, Karaoke, and Zoom Features (Spanish)

Spanish guide for DVD angle, karaoke, and zoom features.

Navigating DVD Menus (Spanish)

Spanish guide for navigating DVD title and general menus.

Spanish Quick Guide: Programmed Playback

Programmed and Random Playback (Spanish)

Spanish guide for programmed and random playback of CDs/VCDs.

Initial DVD Setup Procedures (Spanish)

Spanish guide for initial setup of DVD features.

Selecting DVD Disc Languages (Spanish)

Spanish guide for selecting DVD disc languages.

Spanish Quick Guide: DVD Settings

Digital Audio Output Selection (Spanish)

Spanish guide for selecting digital audio output settings.

Still Mode and Aspect Ratio Settings (Spanish)

Spanish guide for still mode and aspect ratio settings.

Limited Warranty Information

Product Warranty Coverage and Terms

Details the product warranty terms, parts coverage, and limitations.

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