Panasonic DVD-S43 operating instructions Troubleshooting guide, Guide

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Troubleshooting guide

Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to “Product information” on page 22. (Reference pages are shown in parentheses.)

Power

No power.

Insert the AC power supply cord securely into the household

 

AC outlet. (7)

The unit is

When “AUTO POWER OFF” is set to “ON”, the unit

automatically

automatically switches to standby after approximately 30

switched to the

minutes in the stop mode. (17)

standby mode.

 

No operation

No response

This unit cannot play discs other than the ones listed in

when any buttons

these operating instructions. (4)

pressed.

The unit may not be operating properly due to lightning,

 

static electricity or some other external factor. Turn the unit

 

off and then back to ON. Alternatively, turn the unit off,

 

disconnect the AC power supply cord, and then reconnect it.

 

Condensation has formed: Wait 1 to 2 hours for it to

 

evaporate.

No response

Check that the batteries are installed correctly. (7)

when remote

The batteries are depleted: Replace them with new ones. (7)

Play doesn’t start.

No subtitles.

The subtitles overlap closed captions recorded on discs.

In A-B repeat, point B is automatically set.

Repeat play is automatically canceled.

If a disc contains CD-DA and other formats, proper playback may not be possible.

This unit may not play WMA and MPEG4 that contains still picture data.

If playing DivX VOD content, refer to the homepage where you purchased it. (Example: www.divx.com/vod)

Display the subtitles. (10)

Clear the subtitles. (10)

The end of an item becomes point B when it is reached.

Repeat play may be canceled when you press [QUICK REPLAY] or [CM SKIP].

guide

control buttons

Point the remote control at the remote control sensor and

pressed.

operate. (8)

Picture incorrect

No picture or

Check the video or audio connection. (6, 7)

sound.

Check the power or input setting of the connected

 

equipment.

 

Check that the disc has something recorded on it.

You have

While stopped, remove the disc, and then press and hold

forgotten your

[1] (PLAY) and [] on the unit and then also press and hold

ratings password.

[POWER Í/I] on the unit until “INITIALIZED” disappears

Reset all the

from the television. Turn the unit off and on again. All

settings to Factory

settings will return to the default values.

Preset.

 

Specific operation impossible or incorrect

It takes time

Play may take time to begin when an MP3 track has still

before play starts.

picture data. Even after the track starts, the correct play time

 

will not be displayed, however this is normal.

 

This is normal on DivX video.

The program play

These functions do not work with some DVD-Videos.

function do not

 

work.

 

 

 

Menu doesn’t

Press [] twice and then press [1] (PLAY).

appear. [VCD] with

 

playback control

 

Picture distorted.

Picture size doesn’t fit the screen.

Picture stops.

The television may display incorrectly or colours appear faded.

Menu not displayed correctly.

Ensure that the unit is not connected through a video cassette recorder. (6)

Make sure that progressive output has not been selected when the connected television is not progressive compatible. Press and hold [RETURN] until the picture displays correctly. The settings will return to “INTERLACE”.

[DivX] Change “SOURCE SELECT” in “On-screen menu 2 (Video)”. (15)

Change “TV ASPECT” in “VIDEO” menu. (16)

Use the television to change the aspect. If your television does not have that function, change “TV ASPECT”. (16)

Change the Zoom setting. (10)

Picture may stop if the DivX files are greater than 2GB.

PAL discs cannot be played.

Connect to a progressive output compatible television to enjoy progressive video.

Restore the zoom ratio to “NORMAL”. (10)

Change “TV ASPECT” in “VIDEO” menu. (16)

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Contents Example Region numberALL Reference OperationsTable of contents Important Safety InstructionsAccessories AccessoriesDVD-S43 Discs that can be played Can Tips for making WMA, MP3, JPEG, MPEG4 and DivX discsTo enjoy progressive video ConnectionConnection With Video in or S Video With Component VideoQuick setup Remote controlSkip Basic play 1Power on2Open the disc tray 3Load the discConvenient functions Changing soundtracks Subtitle Changing subtitlesEnjoying virtual surround Advanced Surround FunctionsSmoothing block noise Transfer modeChanging picture mode Playing programs/playlists DVD-VRPress 3421 to select an item and press Enter Select the picture in Thumbnail menu JpegPress 3 4 to select AUDIO/PICTURE or Video and press Enter To select picture in other groupAbout DivX VOD About DivX VOD contentContent Display the unit’s registration codePlay sequences Changing the play sequencesProgram play Random playUsing on-screen menus Using on-screen menusVideo menu Changing the player settingsRQTC0115Changing the player settings Disc menuOthers menu Changing the player settingsAudio menu Display menuMPEG4 Language code listGlossary GlossaryTroubleshooting Troubleshooting guideGuide Recording Troubleshooting guideProgressive video Sound incorrect Television displaysMaintenance/Specifications Maintenance SpecificationsClean this unit with a soft, dry cloth Clean discsProduct information Limited WarrantyProduct Service Limited Warranty/Product ServiceIf you see this symbol RQTC0115-1Y F0107AK1017 IndexPanasonic Canada Inc Inside of product