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Panasonic SC-PM39D User Manual

Panasonic SC-PM39D
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RQT7509-1P
DVD Stereo System
Operating Instructions
Model No. SC-PM39D
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Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read these instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
Region number
The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing
the region number or “ALL”.
Region Number
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For U.S.A. and Canada
For Latin America
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For U.S.A. and Canada
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For U.S.A. only
The warranty can be found on page 39.
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Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Panasonic SC-PM39D Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPanasonic
ModelSC-PM39D
CategoryStereo System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Accessories

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Disc information

Discs that can be played

Details types of discs the unit can play and their compatibility.

Discs that cannot be played

Lists incompatible disc formats and types.

Audio format of DVDs

Explains symbols for recognized audio formats on DVDs.

Disc handling precautions

Provides guidelines for handling discs to prevent damage.

To clean discs

Instructions for cleaning discs properly.

Simple setup

STEP1 Positioning

Guidance on speaker placement for optimal sound quality.

STEP2 Connecting the speakers

Instructions for connecting the speaker wires to the unit.

STEP3 Television

Instructions for connecting the unit to a television.

STEP4 Connecting the antennas and AC power supply cord

Steps for connecting the antennas and power cord.

STEP5 The remote control

Guide to using the remote control and battery installation.

STEP6 QUICK SETUP

Guides through the initial setup process for the unit.

STEP7 Setting the time

Instructions for setting the unit's clock.

DEMO function

Information on the unit's demonstration mode.

Control reference guide

Remote control

Disc operations

Discs - Basic play

How to insert, play, stop, and pause discs.

Volume adjustment

How to adjust the volume during playback.

Skip

How to skip tracks or parts of a disc.

Page skip

How to skip pages during playback.

Search

How to search within a disc during playback.

Slow-motion

How to play a disc in slow motion.

Frame-by-frame

How to view a disc frame by frame.

Selecting a group

How to select groups of tracks on discs.

On-screen item select

How to select items using on-screen menus.

All disc playback (during stop)

How to initiate playback for all discs.

Enter number

How to enter specific numbers for playback.

Changing a disc in the desired tray

Procedure for changing discs.

Disc menu

Accessing the disc's main menu.

Return to previous screen

How to navigate back to a previous screen.

Selecting the disc

How to select a specific disc for playback.

Checking the disc location

How to check which disc is in a tray.

Discs - Convenient functions

Soundtracks

How to select different audio tracks on discs.

Subtitle

How to select and switch subtitle languages.

Position memory

Memorizing playback position to resume later.

Repeat play

How to set playback to repeat.

Random play

How to play tracks in a random order.

Quick replay

How to quickly replay parts of a disc.

Program play

How to create and play a custom sequence of tracks.

Discs - Using navigation menus

Using the tree screen to find a group

Navigating menus to find groups of content.

Using a contents screen to find a track

Navigating menus to find specific tracks.

Using the submenu

Accessing submenus for disc navigation.

Searching by content or group title

Searching for content or groups by name.

Tips for making WMA/MP3, CD text and JPEG discs

Advice on preparing discs for optimal playback.

Naming folders and files

Guidelines for naming files and folders on discs.

Playing HighMAT discs

How to play HighMAT discs.

Playing programs on DVD-RAM

How to play programs recorded on DVD-RAM discs.

Using the play list on DVD-RAM

How to use play lists created on DVD-RAM.

Discs - Using On-screen menu

To get disc information or to play from a specified item

Accessing disc info and playing specific items via menus.

Subtitle

How to adjust subtitle position and brightness.

Marker (VR)

How to mark and recall positions on DVD-Video recorders.

Still Picture

How to view still pictures on discs.

Angle

How to select different angles on discs.

Thumbnail

How to view thumbnail images.

Rotate Picture

How to rotate still pictures.

Slideshow

How to use the slideshow feature.

Other Settings-Play Speed

How to adjust playback speed.

Program, Group, Title, Track, Chapter, Playlist, Content

How to start playback from specific items in menus.

Time Slip

How to skip time forward or backward during playback.

Audio

How to select soundtracks with multiple audio tracks.

Picture Menu

Options for adjusting picture settings.

Video Output Mode

How to switch between progressive and interlace video output.

Advanced Surround

How to enable and adjust surround sound effects.

Dialogue Enhancer

How to improve dialogue clarity in movie soundtracks.

Multi Re-master

How to enhance audio quality for a more natural sound.

Display Menu

Subtitle Position

How to adjust the vertical position of subtitles.

Subtitle Brightness

How to adjust subtitle brightness.

Information

How to display disc information like date and details.

4:3 Aspect

How to adjust the aspect ratio for 4:3 content on a 16:9 screen.

Just Fit Zoom

How to preset zoom ratios for video formats.

Manual Zoom

How to manually adjust zoom settings.

Bitrate Display

How to display bitrate information during playback.

GUI See-through

How to make on-screen menus translucent.

GUI Brightness

How to adjust the brightness of on-screen displays.

To see the playback position

How to view the current playback position.

Other Menu

Play as DVD-Video or Play as DVD-Audio

How to play DVD-Audio discs as DVD-Video.

Play as DVD-VR, Play as HighMAT or Play as Data Disc

How to play different disc types like HighMAT or Data Discs.

Audio attributes

How to view audio signal type, frequency, bits, and channels.

The radio

Manual tuning

Step-by-step guide for manually tuning radio stations.

Preset tuning

Instructions for preset tuning of radio stations.

Tape operations

Cassette tapes

General information about using cassette tapes.

Cassette tape selection and care

Advice on selecting and caring for cassette tapes.

Insert cassette

How to properly insert a cassette tape into the deck.

To fast-forward or rewind the tape

How to use the fast-forward and rewind functions.

To find the beginning of a program

Using TPS to find the start of tracks.

Recording operations

Recording

General instructions for recording audio.

Types of tape which can be recorded correctly

Information on suitable tape types for recording.

Recording from disc(s)

How to record audio from discs.

Recording from an external unit

How to record audio from external sources.

Recording from the radio

How to record radio broadcasts.

Sound field and sound quality operations

Advanced Surround

How to activate and adjust surround sound effects.

Multi Re-master - Enjoying more natural sound

How to enhance audio quality for a more natural sound.

Changing sound field and quality

How to adjust sound field and equalizer settings.

Preset EQ

How to select preset equalizer settings.

Manual EQ

How to manually adjust equalizer settings.

To enjoy even higher quality sound-AUDIO ONLY

How to disable video output for higher audio quality.

Other functions

Convenient functions

Overview of various convenient functions.

Auto-off function

How to use the automatic power-off function.

Dimming the display

How to dim the unit's display.

Enjoying more powerful bass

How to connect and use a subwoofer.

Adjusting the bass

How to adjust the bass level.

Muting the volume

How to mute the unit's audio output.

Using headphones

How to connect and use headphones.

The play/record timer

The play/record timer

Setting up the unit to play or record at a specific time.

To cancel the timer

How to cancel a set timer.

To change the settings (when the unit is on)

Modifying timer settings while the unit is on.

To check the settings

Verifying the set timer parameters.

Sleep timer

The sleep timer

How to set the unit to turn off after a specified time.

To cancel the sleep timer

How to disable the sleep timer.

To confirm the remaining time

How to check the remaining time on the sleep timer.

To change the setting

How to modify sleep timer settings.

TV operation

Discs - Changing the player's settings

Disc" tab

Settings related to disc playback, language, and ratings.

Video" tab

Settings for video output and television compatibility.

Discs - Changing the player's settings

Audio" tab

Settings for digital audio output and audio quality.

Display" tab

Settings for on-screen messages and language.

Others" tab

Settings for HighMAT discs and general preferences.

Digital output

Using other equipment

Home Theater - Enjoying more powerful sound

Connecting an amplifier and speakers for surround sound.

Using an external unit

Playing audio from external sources like VCRs or tape decks.

To enjoy multi-channel surround sound

Connecting to a decoder-amplifier for surround sound.

Language code list

Optional antenna connections

FM outdoor antenna (Using a television antenna)

Instructions for connecting an FM outdoor antenna.

AM outdoor antenna

Instructions for connecting an AM outdoor antenna.

Troubleshooting guide

Power

Solutions for power-related issues and standby mode.

Operation

Troubleshooting steps for operational problems and remote control issues.

Sound

Troubleshooting steps for audio-related issues like no sound or distortion.

Picture

Troubleshooting steps for video-related issues like distorted or missing pictures.

Unit displays

Explanations for unit display messages and indicators.

Television displays

Troubleshooting for messages displayed on the television screen.

Listening caution

Maintenance

When moving the unit

Instructions for safely moving the unit.

Glossary

Tray/disc handling procedure

Opening/closing a disc tray

How to operate the disc tray.

Inserting a disc correctly

Proper method for inserting discs into the tray.

Specifications

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.)

Limited Warranty Coverage

Details the warranty period and coverage for product parts.

Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions

Outlines limitations and exclusions of the warranty.

Customer Services Directory

Information on obtaining product support and assistance.

Accessory Purchases

How to purchase replacement parts and accessories.

Service in Puerto Rico

Contact information for service in Puerto Rico.

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