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Panasonic DVD Player with USB
DVD-S500GN-K
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Product Overview
Key Features
- DVD playback with USB 2.0, no storage capacity
- Dolby Digital audio technology support
- MP3, JPEG, Xvid playback via USB and disc
- DVD, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, CD, CD-R, CD-RW
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Panasonic
- Model Number:
- DVD-S500GN-K
- Playback Formats:
- MP3, JPEG, Xvid
- Upscaling:
- No
- Resolution Type:
- HD
- Storage Capacity:
- None
- Type:
- DVD Player
Media Players
- Compatible Video Formats:
- MP3, Xvid
- Compatible Disc Formats:
- DVD, DVD-R*1/DVD-R DL*1/DVD-RW*1, +R*1/ +R DL*1/ +RW*1, CD, CD-R/-RW
Audio
- Audio Technologies:
- Dolby Digital
Connections
- Outputs:
- USB 2.0, Composite Video, Analog Audio
General Information
- Colour:
- Black
- Additional Features:
- CD Ripping, Dustproof Design, Dolby Digital
- What's In The Box:
- Audio/Video cable, Remote Control, Batteries for remote control
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 1 Year
Media Players
- Compatible Video Formats:
- MP3, Xvid
- Compatible Disc Formats:
- DVD, DVD-R*1/DVD-R DL*1/DVD-RW*1, +R*1/ +R DL*1/ +RW*1, CD, CD-R/-RW
Connections
- Outputs:
- USB 2.0, Composite Video, Analog Audio
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 1 Year
Product Dimensions
- Product Height (mm):
- 39
- Product Width (mm):
- 310
- Product Depth (mm):
- 204
- Product Weight (kg):
- 1.1
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 120
- Box Width (mm):
- 270
- Box Depth (mm):
- 535
- Box Weight (kg):
- 3
Product Reviews of Panasonic DVD Player with USB
Overall Rating Snapshot
4.2 out of 5 stars from 144 reviews
83% of users recommend this product
What customers say, summarised by AI
- Compact, slimline design fits easily with older audio setups via RCA leads.
- Simple to use, especially suitable for seniors and those wanting basic features.
- Lacks HDMI output; only supplies composite RCA, may require a converter.
- Not region-free; only plays Region 4 DVDs, despite some advertising claims.
- Handles CDs and DVDs well; reliable playback and good picture quality.
- Good value for money; easy installation and setup with straightforward remote.
Pros
Easy (40)
Quality (8)
Value (4)
Reliable (1)
Cons
Noisy (1)
Good cd player
Small plays music CDs well through vintage amp ( with only RCA leads). Item shipped from Rockhampton to Sydney!!!!
Stevewah
Confirmed purchase 12 January 2026
Published on 4 February 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Good DVD player
Very basic DVD player which is all I wanted. It performs well.
Ron A.
Confirmed purchase 22 December 2025
Published on 21 January 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Great little DVD player
Great, very neat little DVD player that works well and is easy to use
Sue Hooper
Confirmed purchase 6 December 2025
Published on 31 December 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Anonymous
Confirmed purchase 29 November 2025
Published on 24 December 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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cd player works great
even with my 45 year old pioneer amplifier
james c
Confirmed purchase 10 November 2025
Published on 3 December 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Best brand 5 star rating
Compact and easy to use
Jo
Confirmed purchase 21 October 2025
Published on 12 November 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Great product to own.
Great product to own.
Sue
Confirmed purchase 1 October 2025
Published on 30 October 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Great price and works well.
Great price, nice small slimline design and works well.
Lisa
Confirmed purchase 20 September 2025
Published on 15 October 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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great machine
Just what I wanted
William
Confirmed purchase 5 September 2025
Published on 1 October 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Great Value for money
As streaming services increase in dollars, I decided to step back in time and get a multi player DVD player. This player is compact and very easy to install and use.
Kim
Confirmed purchase 22 May 2025
Published on 26 June 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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At a glance
This Panasonic DVD player with USB is a practical choice for households that still use DVD collections and want simple playback of compatible media files from a USB device. It suits everyday viewing, kids' rooms and secondary TVs thanks to its familiar controls and easy setup. Its key strengths are straightforward operation and broad day-to-day usefulness, but it lacks the streaming features and picture quality upgrades found on premium players.
What it’s great for
- DVD Movie Playback
- Kids' Entertainment
- Secondary TV Use
- Simple Home Viewing
- Playing Compatible USB Media
Where it works best
- Living Room
- Bedroom
- Kids' Room
- Holiday House
- Caravan with TV Setup
Who it’s for
- Families
- Budget-Conscious Buyers
- Older Users
- Casual Viewers
- Anyone with a DVD Collection
Things to consider
It is best for basic disc and USB playback rather than advanced home theatre use, so it will not match premium players that offer Blu-ray support, smart apps or higher-end video processing.
Home cinema suitability
6/10 - good for casual DVD viewing, but not the best fit for premium surround-sound or high-definition home cinema systems
Ease of use score
9/10 - simple controls and familiar disc playback make it easy for most users to operate
Multi-format compatibility
DVD and compatible USB media playback for flexible everyday use
Family suitability
8/10 - well suited to shared household use, especially for children's DVDs and simple TV-room setups
Portability rating
7/10 - compact enough to move between rooms or take to a holiday house, though it is still designed for mains-powered TV use
Key benefits
- Dvd playback: Lets you keep using an existing DVD library without needing a smart TV platform or newer disc format.
- Usb media playback: Adds convenient access to compatible video, music or photo files from a USB storage device.
- Simple remote operation: Makes everyday use easier for users who prefer clear, familiar playback controls.
- Compact player design: Fits neatly into smaller entertainment units, bedrooms or secondary TV setups.
- Quick tv companion: A practical add-on for televisions that do not have built-in disc playback.
- Family-friendly playback: Handy for replaying children's DVDs, exercise discs or older concert and movie collections.
- Low-learning-curve setup: Better suited to users who want a familiar plug-in-and-play experience instead of app-based menus.
- Second-room entertainment: Ideal for spare rooms or holiday homes where basic, reliable disc playback is more useful than premium features.
Q: Can the USB port on this Panasonic DVD player play movies, music and photos from a flash drive?
A: Yes, the USB port is generally used for playback from a USB flash drive, but only in supported file formats. It is not the same as a media streamer, so some video codecs, subtitles and drive formats may not be recognised.
Q: Does this Panasonic DVD player play Blu-ray discs as well as DVDs?
A: No, a DVD player is designed for DVDs and CDs rather than Blu-ray discs. If a movie is on Blu-ray or 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray, a separate Blu-ray player is required because those disc formats use different hardware.
Q: Will this Panasonic DVD player play DVDs bought overseas?
A: It will usually play discs that match the player's DVD region coding, which for Australian models is commonly Region 4. Some imported discs may also have PAL or NTSC differences, so region and TV system compatibility both matter.
Q: What should I check on my TV before buying this Panasonic DVD player?
A: Check that the TV has a matching video input for the player's connection type, such as HDMI or composite AV. This matters most with newer TVs, because some have removed older analogue inputs even though the DVD player still supports them.