Discs that can be played

Operations in these instructions are described mainly with formats. Icons such as [RAM] show the formats.

∫Discs that cannot be played

Discs that can be played

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DVD-RAM[RAM] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX]

≥[RAM] Recorded with devices using Version 1.1 of the Video Recording Format (a unified video recording standard), such as DVD video recorders, DVD video cameras, personal computers, etc.

≥[JPEG] Recorded with Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD-Video recorders using the

DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) Standard Version 1.0.

≥[MPEG4] Recorded with the Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD video recorders [conforming to SD VIDEO specifications (ASF standard)/MPEG4 (Simple Profile) video system/G.726 audio system].

≥[DivX] Created using DivX ver.3.11, 4.x, 5.x [DivX video system/MP3, Dolby Digital or MPEG audio system].

DVD-Video [DVD-V]

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DVD-R (DVD-Video)/DVD-RW (DVD-Video) [DVD-V] [DivX]

≥[DVD-V]Discs recorded and finalized§ on DVD video recorders or DVD video cameras

≥[DivX] Created using DivX ver.3.11, 4.x, 5.x [DivX video system/MP3, Dolby Digital or

MPEG audio system]. Finalize§ the disc after recording.

DVD-RW (DVD-VR) [DVD-RW[‹VR›]

Discs recorded and finalized§ on DVD video recorders or DVD video cameras using Version 1.1 of the Video Recording Format (a unified video recording standard).

iR (Video)/iRW (Video) [DVD-V]

Discs recorded and finalized§ on DVD video recorders or DVD video cameras

Video CD [VCD]

Including SVCD (Conforming to IEC62107)

CD [CD] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX] [VCD]

≥This unit can play CD-R/RW recorded with the above formats. Close the sessions or

finalize§ the disc after recording.

≥[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] This unit also plays HighMAT discs.

≥[WMA] This unit is not compatible with Multiple Bit Rate (MBR: a file that contains the same content encoded at several different bit rates).

DVD-Audio, Version 1.0 of DVD-RW, DVD-ROM, CD- ROM, CDV, CD-G, SACD, 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.

∫Handling precautions

≥Do not attach labels or stickers to discs (This may cause disc warping, rendering it unusable).

≥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 use scratch-proof protectors or covers.

≥Do not use the following discs:

–Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels (rented discs etc.).

–Discs that are badly warped or cracked.

–Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes.

∫Clean this unit with a soft, dry cloth

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

≥Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came with the cloth carefully.

≥Cleaning of the lens is generally not necessary although this depends on the operating environment.

≥Do not use commercially available lens cleaners as they may cause malfunction.

∫Clean discs

Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

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≥[DivX] Created using DivX ver.3.11, 4.x, 5.x [DivX video system/MP3, Dolby Digital or MPEG audio system].

§A process that allows play on compatible equipment.

≥It may not be possible to play the above discs in all cases due to the type of discs, the condition of the recording, the recording method and how the files were created (➜ page 5, Tips for making data discs).