Panasonic DMR-E85H manual Glossary

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Glossary

Bitstream

This is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 channel) before it is decoded into its various channels.

CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media)

CPRM is technology used to protect broadcasts that are allowed to be recorded only once. Such broadcasts can be recorded only with CPRM compatible recorders and discs.

Dolby Digital

This is a method of coding digital signals developed by Dolby Laboratories. Apart from stereo (2-channel) audio, these signals can also be multi-channel audio. A large amount of audio information can be recorded on one disc using this method.

When recording on this unit Dolby Digital (2 channel) is the default audio.

Down-mixing

This is the process of remixing the multi-channel audio found on some discs into two channels. It is useful when you want to listen to the 5.1-channel audio recorded on DVDs through your television’s speakers. Some discs prohibit down-mixing and this unit can then only output the front two channels.

Drive

In the instance of this unit, this refers to the hard disk (HDD) and DVD. These perform the reading and writing of data.

DTS (Digital Theater Systems)

This surround system is used in many movie theaters. There is good separation between the channels, so realistic sound effects are possible.

 

Dynamic range

 

Dynamic range is the difference between the lowest level of sound

 

that can be heard above the noise of the equipment and the highest

 

level of sound before distortion occurs.

 

Dynamic range compression means reducing the gap between the

 

loudest and softest sounds. This means you can listen at low

 

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volumes but still hear dialogue clearly.

Film and video

 

 

DVD-Videos are recorded using either film or video. This unit can

 

determine which type has been used, then uses the most suitable

 

method of progressive output.

 

For PAL

 

Film is 25 frames per second.

 

Video is 50 fields per second (two fields making up one frame).

 

For NTSC

 

Film is 24 or 30 frames per second, with motion picture film generally

 

being 24 frames per second.

 

Video is 60 fields per second (two fields making up one frame).

Finalize

Aprocess that makes play of a recorded CD-R, CD-RW or DVD-R etc. possible on equipment that can play such media. You can finalize DVD-R on this unit.

You cannot record onto or edit finalized discs.

Formatting

Formatting is the process of making media such as DVD-RAM recordable on recording equipment.

You can format the HDD and DVD-RAM on this unit. Formatting erases irrevocably all recordings on the disc.

Frames and fields

Frames refer to the single images that constitute the video you see on your television. Each frame consists of two fields.

 

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Field

 

≥A frame still shows two fields, so there may be some blurring, but

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≥A field still shows less picture information so it may be rougher, but

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there is no blurring.

HDD (Hard disk drive)

This is a mass data storage device used in computers etc. A disk with a surface that has been treated with magnetic fluid is spun and a magnetic head is brought in close proximity to facilitate the reading and writing of large amounts of data at high speed.

LPCM (Linear PCM)

These are uncompressed digital signals, similar to those found on CDs. LPCM sound is available when recording in XP mode.

MP3 (MPEG Audio Layer 3)

An audio compression method that compresses audio to approximately one tenth of its size without any considerable loss of audio quality. You can play MP3 you have recorded onto CD-R and CD-RW.

Pan&Scan/Letterbox

In general, DVD-Video are produced with the intention that they be viewed on a widescreen television (16:9 aspect ratio), so images often don’t fit regular (4:3 aspect ratio) televisions. Two styles of picture, “Pan & Scan” and “Letterbox”, deal with this problem.

Pan & Scan: The sides are cut off so the picture fills the screen.

Letterbox: Black bands appear at the top and bottom of the picture so the picture itself appears in an aspect ratio of 16:9.

Playback control (PBC)

If a Video CD has playback control, you can select scenes and information with menus.

(This unit is compatible with version 2.0 and 1.1.)

Progressive/Interlace

The PAL video signal standard has 625 (or 576) interlaced (I) scan lines, whereas progressive scanning, called 625P (or 576P), uses twice the number of scan lines. For the NTSC standard, these are called 525I (or 480I) and 525P (or 480P) respectively.

Using progressive output, you can enjoy the high-resolution video recorded on media such as DVD-Video.

Your television must be compatible to enjoy progressive video.

Protection

You can prevent accidental erasure by setting writing protection or erasure protection.

Sampling frequency

Sampling is the process of converting the heights of sound wave (analog signal) samples taken at set periods into digits (digital encoding). Sampling frequency is the number of samples taken per second, so larger numbers mean more faithful reproduction of the original sound.

VBR (Variable bitrate)

This is a method of video recording that adjusts the bit rate according to video signal.

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Contents Performance and safety, please read these Before connecting, operating or adjusting thisExample Instructions carefullyGetting started This Unit is Intended for USE in Moderate ClimatesTable of contents Useful featuresAccessories Please check and identify the supplied accessoriesGetting Batteries UseRemote control Control reference guideMain unit Unit’s displayWhen the unit is not to be used for a long time Do not connect the unit through a video cassette recorderBefore moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is EmptyConnecting to a television with 21-pin Scart Terminal Connecting to a VCR with 21-pin Scart terminalComponent video output Video OUT terminalConnecting an amplifier or system component ConnectionAmplifier’s rear panel Optical digital audio cableAuto-Setup Press 3, 4 to change the settingPress Enter when you have finished the settings Press 3, 4 to select the country and press EnterPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select Setup and press Enter Selecting television type and aspectPress Functions To enjoy progressive videoWhen the following indicator appears on the unit’s display Point the remote control at the televisionTo change the code on the remote control Television operationHDD and Disc information HDD and discs you can use for recording and playPlay-only discs 12 cm/8 cm Discs that cannot be playedHDD Hard disk drive handling care GettingPress ¥ REC to start recording Recording television programmesPress W X CH to select the channel Recording modes and approximate recording times Playing while you are recordingPress 1 Play Press Time SlipPress REC Mode to select Recording mode XP, SP, LP or EP Flexible RecordingRecording from an external equipment Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select Start and press EnterTimer recording Using G-CODEsystem to make timer recordingsPress F Timer Press G-CodeManually programming timer recordings Press 3, 4 to select New TimerPress PROG/CHECK Press 1 to move through the itemsTo exit the timer recording list To put the unit on timer recording standbyCheck, change or delete a programme To change a programmePlaying discs Press 1 PlayBack PlayingOperations during play Skipping the specifiedTime Time Slip Manual SkipEditing operations during play Changing audioPress Audio Press Erase Press 2, 1 to select Erase and press EnterUsing menus to play MP3 Using the tree screen to find a groupPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select a group Press TOP MenuUsing on-screen menus and Status messages Disc menu-Setting the disc contentOn-screen menus Press DisplayStatus messages Press StatusPlay menu-Change the play sequence Picture menu-Change the picture qualityEditing titles/chapters Editing titles/chapters and playing chaptersPress Direct Navigator Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the title Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the chapterChapter operations Cancel Protection §Title operations Press 3 to cancel Creating, editing and playing play listsPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select Play List and press Enter Creating play listsEditing and playing play lists/chapters Play list operationsMove ChapterEntering text Show Enter Name screenPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select a Character and press EnterTransferring dubbing titles or play lists Transfer DubbingOne Touch Transfer dubbing Press DubbingPress Enter to confirm DubbingPress 3, 4 to select Start Dubbing and press Enter Transferring dubbing a finalized DVD-RTo edit the transferring dubbing list DubbingFunctions window Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select an item and press EnterPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select Disc Management and press Enter Press 3, 4 to select the operation and press EnterDisc Name Top MenuDisc Protection Format DiscChanging the unit’s settings Common proceduresSummary of settings FunctionsPicture Tabs Menus Options Underlined items are the factory presetsConvenient functions Audio Mode for XP Recording Play k1.3 & Audio during SearchDynamic Range Compression DVD-VDolby Digital only Bilingual Audio SelectionProgressive TV SystemAV1 Output AV2 InputTuning Press 3, 4 to select Manual and press EnterPress 3, 4, 2 To select a Press 3, 4 to select Auto-Setup Restart and press Enter To change the setting all at once PAL!#NTSC Press 2, 1 to select Yes and press Enter Press 2, 1 to select the country and press EnterClock settings To cancel the Child LockChild Lock Clock startsSpecifications ReferenceGlossary Frequently asked questions Set upPageCover RecordingOn the unit’s display Error messagesOn the television ≥Set the clock Display Troubleshooting guide≥Select On in Grey Background in the Setup menu Troubleshooting guide Even when is pressed DVD-R disc using the highSpeed mode When transferring dubbing Ratings passwordErase operation Maintenance Safety precautionsIndex
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