40VQT8621For Your ReferenceInsert the AC power supply cord securely into the household AC outlet. 8To conserve power, the player automatically switches to the standby mode after approx. 30 minuteselapse in the stop mode (Auto power-off function). Turn the power back to ON.Condensation has formed: Wait about 1 to 2 hours for it to evaporate.This player cannot play discs other than DVD, Video CD and CD. 6DVDs with a region number other than “1” or “ALL” cannot be played. DVDs with multiple regionnumbers including “1” can be played. 6The disc may be dirty and may require cleaning. ZEnsure that the disc is installed with the label of the side to be played facing upwards. ;Ensure that the equipment is connected properly. 8 9Ensure the television’s video input setting (e.g. VCR2) is correct.Ensure that the equipment is connected properly. 8 9 PjSEnsure that the input settings for the television and stereo system are correct.Adjust the master volume using the On-Screen Menu Icons for player information. ITurn V.S.S. off or select the appropriate V.S.S. mode. F IThe picture will be somewhat distorted at times: This is normal.Some operations may be prohibited by the disc.Press [POWER Í/I] to switch the player to the standby mode and then back to ON. Alternatively,press [POWER Í/I] to switch the player to the standby mode, disconnect the AC power supply cordand then reconnect it. (The player may not be operating properly due to lightning, static electricity orsome other external factor.)Go to the initial settings menu “6 TV Aspect” and change the setting to suit your television. You mayalso need to change the screen mode on the television itself. : OThe “Off” setting is selected for “1 On-Screen Messages” in “4 On-Screen Messages”:Select “On”. MChange the position of the On-Screen Menu Icons using “2 Color and Position” in “4 On-ScreenMessages” of the initial settings. MGo to the initial settings menu “3 Menu Language” and change the language. MTo conserve power, the player is automatically switches to the standby mode after approx. 30minutes elapse in the stop mode (Auto power-off function). Turn the power back to ON.Check the batteries are installed with the correct polarities (i and j). 5The batteries are depleted: Replace them with new ones. 5Point the remote control at the remote control sensor and operate. 5Operate the remote control at a distance of not more than 23 feet (7 m) from the remote controlsensor. 5Remove the obstacles between the remote control and remote control sensor. 5Troubleshooting GuideBefore requesting service for this player, check the chart below for a possible cause of the problem you are experiencing. Some simple checks ora minor adjustment on your part may eliminate the problem and restore proper operation.If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to the directory ofAuthorized Service Centers (enclosed with this unit) to locate a convenient service center, or consult your dealer for instructions.For detailed instructions, contact an authorized servicenter in the U.S.A. and Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre in Canada.In the U.S.A., call 1-800-211-7262, e-mail consumerproducts@panasonic.com, or visit www.panasonic.comIn Canada, call 905-624-5505 or visit www.panasonic.caReference pages are shown as black circled numbers 6.Common ProblemsNo power.The player is automaticallyswitched to the standby mode.Play fails to start even when[1 PLAY] is pressed.Play starts but then stopsimmediately.No picture.No sound.Distorted sound.Picture is distorted during rapidadvance or rapid reverse.No key operation (by the playerand/or the remote control) iseffective.The picture shown on thetelevision is not normal.(The sides of the picture are cutoff or black bands appear at thetop and bottom of the screen.)No on-screen display.On-Screen Menu Icons notdisplayed or only partiallydisplayed on the TV screen.The language for the player’smenus and on-screen messages iswrong.No operations can be performedwith the remote control.