Playing discs
The display is wrong or play won’t | The disc may be upside down. % |
start. | Wipe the disc. |
| Replace the disc if it is scratched, warped, or nonstandard. |
| Condensation may have formed inside the unit due to a sudden change in temperature. Wait about |
| an hour for it to clear and try again. |
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“TAKE OUT/DISC” appears on the | There is a problem with the disc mechanism. (A power failure may have occurred.) |
display. | The tray will open automatically. Remove the disc from the tray, and after ensuring there is no disc |
| in the tray close it. The unit will make the disc changing noises for a few moments and then it should |
| operate normally. |
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The picture does not appear on | The region number of the disc doesn’t match the region number of this unit. (DVD only) front cover |
the TV, when playing DVD or | Connect the video cable. 8 |
Video CD. | Set the TV to video input mode. |
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CD MANAGER, program and | Ensure a Video CD or CD is in the play position tray. ., /, : |
random play cannot be used. |
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The SETUP menu cannot be | Select disc as the source. |
accessed. | Cancel program and random play, or select “NORMAL” with CD MANAGER. ., /, : |
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You have forgotten your ratings | Reset the unit to its original factory settings by doing the following. |
password. | 1 Press [L,TUNE MODE] on the main unit and [≥ 10] on the remote control at the same time for |
| about 3 seconds until the message “Initialized” disappears from the television screen. |
| 2 Turn the unit off and on again. |
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The remote control
The remote control doesn’t work. | Check the batteries are inserted correctly. 5 |
| Replace the batteries if they are worn. |
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References
Maintenance | Product Service |
If the surfaces are dirty
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
•Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.
•Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came with the cloth carefully.
For a cleaner crisper sound
Clean the heads regularly to assure good quality playback and recording.
Use a cleaning tape (not included).
1.Damage requiring service— The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if:
(a)The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has been dam- aged; or
(b)Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or
(c)The unit has been exposed to rain; or
(d)The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or
(e)The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.
2.Servicing— Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that de- scribed in these operating instructions. Refer all other servicing to authorized servicing personnel.
3.Replacement parts— When parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unautho- rized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other haz- ards.
4.Safety check— After repairs or service, ask the servicer to per- form safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition.
Product information
For product information or assistance with product operation:
In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at
In Canada, contact Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at
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