Page 2 - Before Using
2 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo On your purchase of one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please fill in the...
Page 3 - Getting Started; Safety Precautions/Mesures de sécurité; WARNING; USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE IT.
3 Getting Started Safety Precautions/Mesures de sécurité WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOIS TURE. TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT IN WALL SOCKET. FULLY INSERT. CAUTION FCC NOTICE: This equipment has been tested and f...
Page 4 - IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND PRE CAU TIONS; WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL AND ON THE PRODUCT.; INSTALLATION; OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION
4 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND PRE CAU TIONS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE, INJURY TO PERSONS OR DAMAGE TO THIS PRODUCT, READ AND RETAIN ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTION...
Page 5 - Table of Contents
5 Getting Started Getting Started TV Operation Disc Operation Information Table of Contents Information Getting Started TV Operation Disc Operation Information Before Using ............................................................................................................................ 2S...
Page 6 - Insert batteries as marked.; Loading the Batteries; Information; Discs that can be played; Discs that cannot be played; RAM; VCD; Safety Precaution
6 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo • Insert so the poles (+ and - ) match those in the remote control.• Do not use rechargeable type batteries. 1 Open the cover. 3 Close the cover. 2 Insert batteries as marked. Do n...
Page 7 - DVDs that can be played; ALL; Disc Handling; Handling precautions; If disc is brought from a cold to a warm environment, moisture; To clean disc surface
7 Getting Started * A process that allows play on compatible equipment. DVDs that can be played You can play discs with these symbols. Playing DVDs The producer of these discs can control how they are played so you may not always be able to control play as described in these operating instructio...
Page 8 - Remote Control Buttons; Location of Controls
8 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Remote Control Buttons Location of Controls 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1112 13 14 1516 17 1819 20 21 22 2324 25 262728 31 2930 1 OPEN / CLOSE Opens or closes the disc tray. 2 POWER Turns ...
Page 9 - Front View; Unit Buttons; Rear View
9 Getting Started Front View Unit Buttons <Model PV-27DF25 unit shown> Rear View <Model PV-27DF25 unit shown> 1 Built In Speakers Equipped with 2 front speakers. 2 Phones Jack Connect an ear phone or headphones. 3 Video Input Connector 2 Connect from other component. (LINE 2) 4 Audio...
Page 10 - Overtightening “Nut type” RF coaxial cables may damage; Notes on con nec tions; Connecting the RF in Terminal; Note to CABLE system installer:; Or; Connections; AV Input terminal 1 is used; Connecting the “1, 2” AV Input Terminals
10 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Antenna Connection Connect the cable from the Antenna to the VHF/UHF terminal on the unit. Cable Connection Connect the cable supplied by your local cable company to the VHF/U...
Page 11 - Digital connection; Connecting the Audio Output Terminal; Firmly connect the; OPTICAL
11 Getting Started Enjoy the powerful movie theater and hall-like sound available with multiple channel audio found on DVDs by connecting an amplifier and speakers. There are two types of connection, digital and analog. Connect an AV amplifier with Dolby Digital or DTS decoders Digital connection ...
Page 12 - Analog connection; Caution for optical digital audio output connector:
12 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Connect an analog amplifier to enjoy high-quality stereo sound with sampling frequencies of 96 kHz. Analog connection IMPORTANT NOTE: Caution for optical digital audio output co...
Page 13 - TV Operation; Tuning TV; Automatic Channel Setting
13 TV Operation POWER ACTIONSELECT ▲▼◄► / SET EJECT STOP POWER PLAY Tuning TV Please make all cable or antenna connections before powering on.Plug the unit power cord into an AC wall outlet. Settings are made automatically. When complete, this screen appears. If setup is incomplete, the following sc...
Page 14 - Add or Delete a Chan nel
14 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo To add channel: Select channel with NUMBER keys and press ADD/DLT. To delete channel: Select channel with CH ▲▼ or NUMBER keys and press ADD/ DLT. Add or Delete a Chan nel 4 P...
Page 15 - Time Zone Adjust
15 TV Operation 4 Press ▲▼ to select “TIME ZONE ADJUST” and press SET to subtract or add hour(s) as necessary. 5 Press ACTION twice to exit. (Only when Auto Clock is set.) 2 Press ▲▼◄► to select “CLOCK.” 3 Press SET to display SET CLOCK screen. Time Zone Adjust 2 Press ▲▼◄► to select “LANGUAGE.” 3 P...
Page 16 - Select desired channel:; Selecting Input Mode; AV Input Terminal 2; Using the Number and 100 keys
16 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo TV Operation Method 1: Press CH ▲▼ . The display will change as follows. Select desired channel: Press CH ▲▼ or NUMBER keys. Adjust desired volume level: Press VOL + or VOL ...
Page 17 - Surround Sound System; Weak Signal Display Feature; Press R-TUNE to display the last channel you were watching.; Audio Mute
17 TV Operation You can hear a deeper, 3-D sound effect using just the unit’s two front speakers. 1 Press SURROUND. •”SURROUND ON” is displayed. Notes: • Surround sound effect is not available for normal (mono) broadcasts.• The surround effect (TV mode only) is not output to Audio Output L/R Connect...
Page 18 - MTS Broadcast / TV Stereo System; Press DISPLAY to display the broadcast signal; MTS Stereo broadcast:; Press AUDIO to select the desired audio mode as; MTS Stereo and SAP broadcast:; Receivable Broadcast Types
18 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo MTS Broadcast / TV Stereo System The following are possible audio broadcast types and on-screen displays. The signal being received is indicated with a “ ” mark while the selected...
Page 19 - To Make Corrections, use; To cancel, press SET repeatedly; Sleep Timer; TV Timer Features
19 TV Operation This unit can be set to automatically power on in one of 2 modes (TV or Disc.) Note: • If no button on the remote or unit is pressed within 60 minutes after unit turns itself on, it will turn itself back off. 1 Press TIMER to display SET TIMER screen. To Cancel ON-TIMER, Repeat steps...
Page 20 - Closed Caption System; Closed Caption Mode Feature; Caption Mode: CAP C1 or C2; OFF
20 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Closed Caption System Closed Caption is ... This multi-use system not only allows the hearing impaired to enjoy selected programs, but also allows one to watch programs with the v...
Page 21 - Caption On Mute Feature; CC ON MUTE: CAP C1 or C2
21 TV Operation Closed Caption narration, if available, is displayed when MUTE button is pressed for silence. 1 Press ACTION to display MAIN MENU. Note: • When a disc supporting closed captions is used, the subtitle and the closed caption may overlap. In this case, turn the subtitle or caption mode ...
Page 22 - Video / Audio Setting; Video Menu
22 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Video / Audio Setting 1 Perform steps 1 - 5 at left. 2 Press ▲▼ to select “AUDIO MENU.” 3 Press SET to select desired mode. 4 Press ACTION three times to end setup. Notes: • The e...
Page 23 - To Reset AUDIO Controls.; Video Adjustment
23 TV Operation 1 Press ACTION to display MAIN MENU. 2 Press ▲▼◄► to select “TV.” 3 Press SET to display SET UP TV screen. 4 Press ▲▼ to select “SET UP VIDEO/AUDIO.” 5 Press SET to display SET UP VIDEO/AUDIO screen. 6 Press ▲▼ to select “VIDEO ADJUST.” 7 Press SET to display VIDEO ADJUST screen. 8 P...
Page 24 - V-Chip Control Features; To Make Corrections; repeatedly to move the cursor.; Enter Secret Code; NUMBER
24 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo V-Chip Control Features 1 Press ACTION to display MAIN MENU. A 4-digit code must be entered to view a blocked program or change rating settings. Notes: • Some rental movies do not...
Page 25 - US TV PROGRAMS Ratings; If LOCK menu is not displayed, perform “Enter Secret; US MOVIES Ratings
25 TV Operation 1 Press ▲▼ to select “US TV PROGRAMS.” • “NEXT PAGE” displays CANADIAN V-Chip setting menu. Please refer to page 26 for more details on Canadian tapes or broadcasts. 3 Press ▲▼ to select “CHANGE SETTINGS.” 4 Press SET to display screen. NR (Not Rated) PROGRAMS: Some TV shows, such ...
Page 26 - Canadian English Language Ratings; Canadian French Language Ratings
26 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Canadian English Language Ratings 1 Press ▲▼ to select “NEXT PAGE.” 2 Press SET to display screen. 3 Press ▲▼ to select “CANADIAN ENGLISH.” 4 Press SET to set “ON” or “OFF.” ON: V...
Page 27 - Chart 2; Temporarily Deactivate; Deactivate V-Chip Control; Enter your secret code.
27 TV Operation G General Audience 8 ANS + Not recommended for young children 13 ANS + Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13 16 ANS + Programming is not suitable for children under the age of 16 18 ANS + Programming restricted to adults C Children C8+ Children 8 years and ...
Page 28 - Display Features; Press; TV Status & Clock Display; Auto Shut Off
28 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Display Features 1 Press DISPLAY to display or remove the overlay. When you change channels, channel number will be displayed. When the selected channel has no broadcast signal wi...
Page 29 - Disc Operation; If an interactive DVD*; LOVE STORY; Play Disc; While Main MENU is displayed, press SKIP+; Basic Disc Operation
29 Disc Operation 3 Press OPEN/CLOSE. • If a disc is already inserted, go to step 5. (Depending on the disc, playback may start automatically.) 5 Press PLAY to start play. Disc tray closes automatically. • You may also close the tray by pressing OPEN/CLOSE. • Data reading time differs with each disc...
Page 30 - Using the NUMBER keys
30 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo 1 Press SEARCH ►► /SLOW+ or SEARCH ◄◄ /SLOW- during play. • Search speed, slow at first, increases with each additional press of the button up to 5 levels. • Starting forward/reve...
Page 31 - TITLE MENU; Main Menu of DVD; RESUME Function; CD
31 Disc Operation Te amo. A U D I O : 3 E S P D o l b y D i g i t a l 3 / 2 . 1 c h S E L E C T : A U D I O I love you. A U D I O : 1 E N G D o l b y D i g i t a l 3 / 2 . 1 c h S E L E C T : A U D I O Some DVDs have more than one title, e.g. movies. If the disc offers a title menu, you can select t...
Page 32 - Vocal selection for Karaoke discs; Selected disc information; Information Display; Normal Screen; Picture Zoom
32 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo I love you. Te amo. S U B T I T L E : 3 E S P S E L E C T : S U B T I T L E 1 Press AUDIO in Play mode to display the audio screen. 2 Press ◄► to select “VOCAL.” 3 Press AUDIO or ...
Page 34 - Direct Navigator; Play List; Using NUMBER keys starts play automatically.
34 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Direct Navigator Page1/4 No. Date Length Title SELECT:SET :SET END:TITLE 1 2 3 4 01:00:00 00:30:00 01:30:25 02:00:50 Drama Pana NEWS Tigers vs. Giants Dinosaur 2002/12/24 5:15:41A...
Page 35 - Disc information screen 1; Disc Operation -Using Information Screen-
35 Disc Operation R E P E A T : O F F S U R R O U N D : O F F S E L E C T : ▲ ▼ S E T : S E T E N D : D I S P L A Y T I T L E : 2C H A P T E R : 1 2T I M E : 0 1 : 1 2 : 5 5 S E L E C T : ▲ ▼ S E T : S E T N E X T : D I S P L A Y NUMBER keys DISPLAY a.TITLE: Go directly to a preset title number. a.R...
Page 36 - Disc information screen 2; Disc information screen 3; Unit information screen 3
36 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo T R A C K : 1 2T I M E : 0 0 : 0 0 : 2 3 P R O G R A M P L A Y N E X T : D I S P L A Y R E P E A T : O F F S U R R O U N D : O F F S E L E C T : ▲ ▼ S E T : S E T E N D : D I S P ...
Page 37 - Unit information screen 4; Disc information screen 4
37 Disc Operation a.REPEAT MODE: REPEAT MODE can be selected. 1 Press DISPLAY twice in Play or Stop mode to display “On-Screen Display.” 2 Press SET to enter. Cursor moves to the right. Change the item by pressing ▲▼ and press SET. Unit information screen 4 Direct Navigation (PROGRAM) PLAY LIST RAM ...
Page 38 - To cancel, press STOP during; Program Play; Special Disc Operation
38 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Notes: • Up to 16 tracks can be programmed.• “ ◄ ” or “ ► ” (depending on disc) indicates additional PROGRAM PLAY screen. Press ▲▼◄► for next or previous screen. • To clear the la...
Page 39 - Program Repeat Play
39 Disc Operation Tracks are played in random order. 1 Press ACTION in Stop mode to display MAIN MENU. 2 Press ▲▼◄► to select “DVD.” 3 Press SET to display DVD MAIN MENU. 4 Press ▲▼ to select “PLAY MODE.” 5 Press SET to display PLAY MODE screen. 6 Press ▲▼ to select “RANDOM PLAY.” 7 Press SET to beg...
Page 40 - DVD Volume Adjust
40 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo A N G L E : 2 / 2 S E L E C T : A N G L E Enjoy a surround-like effect if you are using two front speakers only. The effect is broadened and sound seems to come from virtual speak...
Page 41 - Disc Languages; Settings for DVD Operation
41 Disc Operation 1 Press ACTION in Stop mode to display MAIN MENU. 2 Press ▲▼◄► to select “DVD.” 3 Press SET to display DVD MAIN MENU. To select and set the language of the audio soundtrack, subtitles, or title/DVD menus for all discs to be played. AUDIO To select the audio soundtrack language.(F...
Page 42 - Language Code List
42 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Language Code List Language Code Abkhazian 6566 Afar 6565 Afrikaans 6570 Albanian 8381 Ameharic 6577 Arabic 6582 Armenian 7289 Assamese 6583 Aymara 6588 Azerbaijani 6590 Bashkir 6...
Page 43 - Selecting AUDIO OUTPUT; dts selection
43 Disc Operation Select the digital output to be output from the optical digital audio output connector of the unit. LPCM (DVD) 1 Press ACTION in Stop mode to display MAIN MENU. 2 Press ▲▼◄► to select “DVD.” 3 Press SET to display DVD MAIN MENU. MAIN MENU DVD LOCK LANGUAGE TV CLOCK CH SELECT: SET...
Page 45 - OSD; Warning and Instruction Displays
45 Information Information These displays will alert you to a missed operation or provide further instructions. OSD CAUTION Page PLEASE SET CLOCK BY PRESSING ACTION KEY If you attempt to set or review a Timer Recording or set the On-Timer and the Clock is not set... 14 PLEASE CHECK THE DISC, AND FOR...
Page 46 - Before Requesting Service
46 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Check the following points once again if you are having trouble with your unit. PROBLEM CORRECTION Page Pow e r No power… Completely insert Power Plug into an AC outlet. 9 Set POW...
Page 47 - Precauciones de seguridad; INSTALACION PARA LA ANTENA AFUERA; Guía rápida de uso en español; PRECAUCIÓN
47 Information Information 1 Precauciones para los recursos de energía Opérelo solamente usando la fuente de energía indicada en el aparato o en este manual. Si tiene dudas haga que su compañía de utilidades eléctricas o a su distribuidor que verifiquen las fuentes de energía de su casa. 2 Enchufar ...
Page 48 - Notas sobre las conexiones; Se usa el terminal Video; Presione POWER en el control remoto; Conexión
48 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Conexión de la antena Conecte el cable de la antena al terminal VHF/UHF de la unidad. Conexión del cable Conecte el cable suministrado por la compañía de cable local al termin...
Page 49 - Seleccione el canal deseado:; Uso de la tecla Number y 100
49 Information Information Método 3: 1 Presione ACTION para acceder al MENU PRINCIPAL. 2 Presione ▲▼◄► para seleccionar “ TV”, luego presione SET para acceder a la pantalla PREPARAR. Seleccione el canal deseado: Presione CH ▲▼ o las teclas NUMBER. Ajuste el nivel de volumen deseado: Presione VOL +...
Page 50 - Detención de un disco; HISTORIA DE AMOR; Para volver al menú principal; Funcionamiento del disco
50 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo 3 Presione OPEN/CLOSE. • Si ya está insertado un disco, vaya al paso 5. (Dependiendo del disco, la reproducción puede comenzar automáticamente.) 1 Presione POWER en el control rem...
Page 51 - Idioma de la banda sonora; Navegador directo; Al usar las teclas NUMBER se
51 Information Information Puede cambiar el idioma de la banda sonora, seleccionado en los ajustes de funcionamiento del DVD, a un idioma diferente, si está disponible. 1 Presione AUDIO en el modo de reproducción para exhibir la selección de audio en la pantalla. • La exhibición desaparece después d...
Page 52 - Panasonic/Quasar Video Products; Limited Warranty
52 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Limited Warranty PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 PANASONIC SALES COMPANY, D...
Page 53 - OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY.; PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.; BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.; Customer Services Directory; You may also contact us directly at:
53 Information Information THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”. THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damage...
Page 54 - Specifications
54 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Note: • Designs and spec i fi ca tions are sub ject to change without no tice. Display Picture Tube 20 inch, measured diagonally pure flat Picture Tube (PV-20DF25)27 inch, measure...
Page 55 - Index
55 Information Information A Accessories ............................................. 2 ACTION button ........................................ 8 AC Power Plug ........................................ 9 ADD/DELETE/CLEAR button ................. 8 Add or Delete a Channel ........................14 AN...