Panasonic DVD-F65E User Manual

D VD/CD PLAYER

Operating Instructions

Model No. DVD-F65

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The player plays DVD-Video marked
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Table of contents

Getting started

Caution for AC Mains Lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Control reference guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

The remote control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Quick setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Disc information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Basic operations

Basic play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Changing play sequence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Navigation menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Advanced operations

Convenient features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Using Graphical User Interface (GUI) screens . . . . . 13

Changing settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Reference

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Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back cover

Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety,
please read these instructions carefully before connecting, operating or adjusting
this product. Please keep this manual for future reference.

[Note]

“EB” on the packaging indicates the United Kingdom.

Accessories

Please check and identify th e supplied
accessories. Use numbers indicated in
parentheses when asking for

∏ 1 Remote control (N2QAJB000071)
∏ 1 AC mains lead

The United Kingdom (RJA0053-3X)
Continental Europe (RJA0019-2X)

∏ 1 Audio/video cable (K2KA6CA00001)
∏ 2 Remote control batteries

[Note]

The included AC mains lead is for use with this unit only.
Do not use it with other equipment.

For United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland

www.panasonic.co.uk (for UK customers only)

≥ Order accessory and consumable items for your

≥ Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering
≥ Most major credit and debit cards accepted.

≥ All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are
≥ It couldn’t be simpler!

Customer Care Centre
For UK customers: 08705 357357

For Republic of Ireland customers: 01 289 8333
Technical Support

For UK customers: 0870 1 505610

This Technical Support Hot Line number is for
Panasonic PC software related products only.

For Republic of Ireland, please use the Customer Care
Centre number listed above for all enquiries.

For all other product related enquiries, please use the
Customer Care Centre numbers listed above.

replacement parts.

product with ease and confidence by telephoning our
Customer Care Centre Mon–Friday 9:00am–5:30pm.
(Excluding public holidays.)

application.

provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd.

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Caution for AC Mains Lead

Safety precautions

(For United Kingdom)

(“EB” area code model only)

For your safety, please read the following text carefully.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your
safety and convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement
fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approv ed by ASTA or BSI to
BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI mark Ì on the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse co ver you must ensure that it is
refitted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement

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cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer.

CAUTION!

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE
SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE
REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE
CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as stated
below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the f ollowing
code:
Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected t o the terminal which
is marked with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE
EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER
E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL Ó OR COLOURED GREEN OR
GREEN/YELLOW.

THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF—KEEP DRY.

Before use

Remove the connector cover.

How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug
(figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the
instructions below.
Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

Figure A Figure B

Fuse cover

Placement

Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high
temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These conditions
can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby shortening the
unit’s service life. Do not place heavy items on the unit.

Voltage

Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload the unit and
cause a fire. Do not use a DC power source. Check the source carefully
when setting the unit up on a ship or other place where DC is used.

AC mains lead protection

Ensure the AC mains lead is con nected correctly and not damaged. P oor
connection and lead damage can cause fire or electric shoc k. Do no t pull,
bend, or place heavy items on the lead.
Grasp the plug firmly when unplugging the lead. Pulling the AC mains
lead can cause electric shock. Do not handle the plug with wet hands.
This can cause electric shock.

Foreign matter

Do not let metal objects fall inside the unit. This can cause electric shock
or malfunction.
Do not let liquids get into the unit. This can cause electric shock or
malfunction. If this occurs, immediately disconnect the unit from th e power
supply and contact your dealer.
Do not spray insecticides onto or into the unit. They contain flammable
gases which can ignite if sprayed into the unit.

Service

Do not attempt to repair this unit by yourself. If sound is interrupted,
indicators fail to light, smoke appears, or any other problem that is not
covered in these instructions occurs, disconn ect the AC mains lead and
contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Electric shock or
damage to the unit can occur if the unit is repaired, disassembled or
reconstructed by unqualified persons.

Extend operating life b y disconnect ing the unit from the po wer source if it
is not to be used for a long time.

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Maintenance

Clean this unit with a soft, dry cloth.

≥Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.

Before moving the unit, ensure the disc trays are empty.

Failure to do so will risk severely damaging the discs and the unit.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the
double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Manufactured under license fr om Digital Theater Syst ems, I nc. US P at.
No. 5,451,942, 5,956,674, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other world-wide
patents issued and pending. “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are
registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. © 1996, 2000
Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is
protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other
intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and
other rights owners. Use of this copyright protecti on technology must
be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home
and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or di sassembly is
prohibited.

2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

Figure A Figure B

Fuse

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Fuse
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1 Standby/on button (Í). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

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2 Disc select button (DISC), Disc buttons (DISC 1–DISC 5) . . . . . . 7

3 Sequential button (SEQUENTIAL). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

4 FL select button (FL SELECT). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

5 Group button (GROUP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

6 Cancel button (CANCEL). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

7 Skip buttons (:, 9 SKIP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

8 Stop button (∫ STOP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

9 Top menu, Direct navigator b utton

(TOP MENU, DIRECT NAVIGATOR). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 11

: Cursor buttons (3, 4, 2, 1), Enter button (ENTER). . . . . . . . . . 5

; Display button (DISPLAY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

< Audio button (AUDIO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

= Subtitle button (SUBTITLE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

> Play mode button (PLAY MODE). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

? Zoom button (ZOOM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

@ Sleep button (SLEEP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

A Setup button (SETUP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5, 17

B Drawer open/close button (< OPEN/CLOSE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

C Numbered buttons (1–9, 0, S10). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

D Slow/search buttons (6, 5 SLOW/SEARCH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

E Play button (1 PLAY). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

F Pause button (; PAUSE). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

G Menu, Play list button (MENU, PLAY LIST) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 11

H Return button (RETURN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

I Angle/page button (ANGLE/PAGE). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

J Quick replay button (QUICK REPLAY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

K Position memory button (POSITION MEMORY). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

L Double re-master button (DOUBLE RE-MASTER). . . . . . . . . . . . 11

M Drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

N FL Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

O Standby/on switch (Í/I). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In
standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power.

P Standby indicator (Í)

When the unit is connected to the AC mains supply, this indicator
lights up in standby mode and goes out when the unit is turned on.

Q Disc indicators (DISC 1–5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

R Skip, Search buttons (4, 5). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

S Disc exchange button (DISC EXCHANGE). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

T Disc skip button (DISC SKIP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

U Remote control signal sensor

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Buttons such as 3 function the same as those on the remot e co ntrol.

The remote control

∫ Batteries

R6, AA, UM-3

≥Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control.
≥Do not use rechargeable type batteries.

Do not:

≥mix old and new batteries.
≥use different types at the same time .
≥heat or expose to flame.
≥take apart or short circuit.
≥attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
≥use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can da mage
items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.

Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long period of
time. Store in a cool, dark place.

∫ Use

Aim at the sensor (➜ above, Contro l refer ence guide), a void ing obstacles ,
at a maximum range of 7 m directly in front of the unit.

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Connection

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
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PCM/BITSTREAM

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AUDIO

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

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VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT

OPTICAL

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Before connection

≥Disconnect the AC mains lead.
≥Turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.
≥The equipment connections described are examples.

Connection to a television

This page explains how to connect the unit to a television and set it up so you hear the audio through the television’s speakers. To get the full benefit
from the powerful multi-channel audio found on DVDs, you should connect an amplifi er and speakers.

Do not place the unit on amplifiers or
equipment that may become hot.

The heat can damage the unit.

Connect your unit directly to your

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television.

Do not connect the unit through your video
cassette recorder when setting up your home
entertainment system, because the picture may
not be played correctly due to the copy guard.

∫ Basic connection

Audio/video cable

(included)

red white yellow

≥Peripheral equipment and optional cables sold separately unless

otherwise indicated.

Television

AUDIO IN

red

white

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L

VIDEO IN

yellow

∫ For better pictures

Television’s
COMPONENT VIDEO
IN terminals

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal

These terminals can be used for either interlace or
progressive output and provide a purer picture than the S
VIDEO OUT terminal. Connection using these terminals
outputs the colour difference signals (P
signal (Y) separately in order to achieve high fidelity in
reproducing colours.The description of the component video
input terminals depends on the television or monitor (e.g. Y/
P

B/PR, Y/B-Y/R-Y, Y/CB/CR). Connect to terminals of the

same colour.
≥When making this connection, ensure you connect the

audio cables to the corresponding audio input terminals on
the television, and set “Video Out (AV/Component)” to “Y
PB PR” from Quick Setup (➜ page 5).

To enjoy progressive video

1. Connect to the component video input terminals on a 480P
compatible television (➜ above). (Video will not be displayed
correctly if connected to an incompatible television.)

2. In QUICK SETUP, set “Video Out (AV/Component)” to “Y PB
PR”, and set “Progressive Out (Component)” to “Enable
(NTSC Disc Only)” (➜ page 5).

3. When playing NTSC discs, change video output mode to
“480P” (➜ page 14).

≥If the unit is connected to the televi sion through VIDEO OUT, S

VIDEO OUT or SCART (AV) terminal, output will be interlace,
irrespective of the settings.

≥All televisions manufactu red by Panasonic and that have 480P input

connectors are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have

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another brand of television.

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Televi sion’s S VIDEO IN

Video cable (not included)

terminal

S video cable (not included)

S VIDEO OUT terminal

The S video terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO OUT
terminal by separating the chrominance (C) and luminance (Y) signals.
(Actual results depend on the television.)

B/PR) and luminance

≥When making this connection, ensure you connect the audio cab l es to

the corresponding audio input terminals on the television.

Television’s
SCART IN terminal

21-pin SCART cable

(not included)

SCART (AV) terminal

To improve picture quality, you can change the video signal output from
the SCART (AV) terminal from “Video” to either “S-Video” or “RGB” to suit
the type of television your are using. Set “Video Out (AV/Component)” to
“S-Video” or “RGB” from Quick Setup (➜ page 5).

∫ Power Connection

FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM ONLY
READ THE CAUTION FOR AC MAINS LEAD ON PAGE 2 BEFORE
CONNECTION.

Conserving power

This unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off
(approx. 2.8 W).
To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug it
from the household mains socket.

To household mains socket
(AC 220–240 V, 50 Hz)

AC mains lead (included)

AC IN

Home Theater – Enjoying more powerful sound

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Enjoy the powerful movie theater and hall-like sound available with
multiple channel audio found on DVDs by connecting an amplifier and
speakers.

Digital connection

A

To enjoy multi-channel surround sound

Connect an amplifier with a built-in decoder or a decoder-amplifier
combination.
Change the settings in “Digital output” (➜ page 17).
≥You can only use DTS Digital Surround decoders that are compatible

with DVD.

Quick setup

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[1]

To enjoy stereo or Dolby Pro Logic

Connect a digital amplifier or system
component.
Change the settings in “Digital output”
(➜ page 17).

Amplifier

(DVD) IN

Insert fully, with
this side facing
up.

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

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OPTICAL

Optical digital
audio cable

Do not bend sharply when

Speakers (example)

connecting.

Connect three or more speakers
for surround sound.

Analog connection

B

To enjoy stereo or Dolby Pro Logic

Connect an analog amplifier or system component.

AUDIO

Amplifier or system
component

AUX IN

L

Audio cable

OUT

L

R

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∫ Recording Output

Digital recording ➜ Connection [A] to digital recording equipment

≥With DVD , the f ollowin g conditions must be met: a the disc doesn’t ha ve

protection preventing digit al recording, and b the recording equipment
can handle signals with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz.

≥You cannot record WMA/MP3.
When recording DVDs, make the following settings.

–Advanced surround: OFF (➜ page 15)
–PCM Down Conversion: Yes (➜ page 17)
–Dolby Digital/DTS Digital Surround/MPEG: PCM (➜ page 17)

Analog recording ➜ Connection [B] to a cassette deck or other
recording equipment

There are no limitations on recording analog signals as there are with digital
signals.

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RETURN

The QUICK SETUP screen appears when you press [SETUP] the first
time after purchase and assists you to make necessary settings.

Preparation

Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the
television to suit the connections for the player.

[1] Press [Í] to turn on the unit.
[2] Press [SETUP] to show the QUICK SETUP

screen.

[3] Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the menu language

and press [ENTER].

[4] Press [3, 4] to select “Yes” to continue and

press [ENTER].

[5] Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the item and press

[ENTER].

≥Audio language (➜ page 16)
≥Subtitle language (➜ page 16)
≥TV Aspect (➜ below)
≥Video Out (AV/ Component) (➜ page 16)
≥Progressive Out (Component) (➜ page 16)

Only displayed when setting “Video Out (AV/Component)” to “Y PB
PR”.

[6] Press [ENTER] and then [SETUP] to end the

settings.

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To access this screen again later
➜ page 16, Others—QUICK SETUP

∫ TV Aspect

Select “4:3” (regular) or “16:9” (widescreen) to suit your television.
If you have a regular 4:3 television, you can also select how video on
some discs is shown (➜ page 16, Video—TV Aspect).

≥4:3 Pan&Scan (Factory preset)
Widescreen software is expanded to fill the screen
of a 4:3 aspect television (unless prohibited by the
producer of the disc).

≥4:3 Letterbox

Widescreen software is shown in the letterbo x style
on a 4:3 aspect television.

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Disc information

∫ Discs that can be played

DVD-RAM DVD-Audio DVD-Video DVD-R SVCD Video CD CD CD-R/RW

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Shown as
“DVD-VR” on the
display

[RAM] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3]

Use discs with the above logos and that conform to specifications. The unit cannot play other discs correctly. Do not use irregularly shaped discs (e.g.
heart-shaped), as these can damage the unit.

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It may not be possible to play CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R and DVD-RAM in all cases due to the type of disc or condi tion of the recording.

∫ Discs that cannot be played

DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, iRW, DVD-RW, CVD, SACD, Divx
Video Discs, Photo CD, DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from their
cartridge, 2.6-GB and 5.2-GB DVD-RAM, and “Chaoji VCD” available on
the market including CVD, DVCD and SVCD that do not conform to
IEC62107.

∫ Built-in decod ers

This unit has Dolby Digital and DTS decoders so you can
enjoy these systems in stereo without connecting a
separate decoder.

∫ Video systems

≥This unit can play PAL and NTSC, but your television must match the

system used on the disc.

≥PAL discs cannot be correctly viewed on an NTSC television.
≥This unit can convert NTSC signals to PAL 60 for viewing on a PAL

television (➜ page 16, Video—NTSC Disc Output).

≥Output is interlace (576I) when playing PAL discs.

∫ Playing DVDs and Video CDs

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
instructions (for example if the play time is not displayed or if a Video CD
has menus). Read the disc’s instructions carefully.

Conforming to
IEC62107

∫ HighMAT discs

This unit is compatible with HighMAT discs containing WMA, MP3, and/or
JPEG files.

∫ Disc str u cture

Disc structure and the labels given to the items on discs depend on the
disc type.
Track: the smallest division on D VD-Audio, CDs, and Video CDs, or a

single WMA/MP3 file.

Chapter: the smallest division on DVD-Video.
Group: collections of tracks on DVD-Audio and equivalent to f olde rs or

albums on data discs.

Title: the largest division on DVD-Video, usually an entire movie.
Program: the division on DVD-RAM equivalent to a single recording.
Picture: a single JPEG file.
Play list: the largest grouping on a HighMAT disc, or a group of scenes

on DVD-RAM.

Scene: DVD-RAM program sections specified and grouped into play

lists on a DVD video recorder.

Content: covers tracks and pictures on HighMAT discs.

∫ To clean discs

DVD-Audio, DVD-Video, Video CD, CD

Wipe with a damp cloth and then
wipe dry.

[JPEG]

∫ DVD-RAM discs

The DVD-RAM you can play on this unit are those recorded with DVD
video recorders, DVD video cameras, personal computers, etc. using
Version 1.1 of the Video Recording Format (a unified video recording
standard).
≥Remove discs from their cartridges before use and return them when

you are finished, making sure that the labels of the disc and cartridge
face the same way.

≥Some parts of the disc, for example where one program ends and

another begins, may not play smoothly.

∫ DVD-R discs

Panasonic DVD-R recorded and finalized on a Panasonic D VD video
recorder or DVD video camera are played as DVD-Video on this unit.

∫ CD-R and CD-RW discs

This unit can play CD-R/RW (audio recordi ng disc) recor ded with CD-DA,
video CD, SVCD (conforming to IEC62107), WMA, MP3, or JPEG. Close
the session or finalize after recording.

See page 10 for more information about WMA, MP3, and JPEG.

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DVD-RAM, DVD-R

≥Clean with an optional DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner (LF-K200DCA1,

where available).

≥Never use cloths or cleaners for CDs etc.

∫ Handling precautions

≥Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other writing

instrument.

≥Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static electricity

prevention liquids or any other solvent.

≥Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. (Do not use discs wit h exposed

adhesive from tape or left over peeled-off stickers.)

≥Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.
≥Do not use discs printed with label printers available on the market.