Panasonic SC-PT956 manual Glossary

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Glossary

Decoder

A decoder restores the coded audio signals on DVDs to normal. This is called decoding.

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 5.1-channel sound.

DTS (Digital Theater Systems)

This surround system is used in many movie theaters around the world. 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.

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I/P/B

MPEG 2, the video compression standard adopted for use with DVD-Video, codes frames using these 3 picture types.

I:Intra coded picture

This picture has the best quality and is the best to use when adjusting the picture.

P:Predictive coded picture

This picture is calculated based on past I- or P-pictures.

B:Bidirectionally-predictive coded picture

This picture is calculated by comparing past and future I- and P-pictures so it has the lowest volume of information.

JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)

This is a system used for compressing/decoding color still pictures. The benefit of JPEG is less deterioration in picture quality considering the degree of compression.

Linear PCM (pulse code modulation)

These are uncompressed digital signals, similar to those found on CDs.

Frame still and field still

Frames are the still pictures that go together to make a moving picture. There are about 30 frames shown each second.

One frame is made up of two fields. A regular TV shows these fields one after the other to create frames.

A still is shown when you pause a moving picture. A frame still is made up of two alternating fields, so the picture may appear blurred, but overall quality is high.

A field still is not blurred, but it has only half the information of a frame still so picture quality is lower.

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)

HDMI is a next-generation digital interface for consumer electronic products. Unlike conventional connections, it transmits uncompressed digital video and audio signals on a single cable. This unit supports high- definition video output (720p, 1080i, 1080p) from the HDMI AV OUT terminal. To enjoy high-definition video, a high-definition compatible TV is required.

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.

Playback control (PBC)

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

Progressive/Interlaced

NTSC, the video signal standard, has 480 interlaced (i) scan lines, whereas progressive scanning uses twice the number of scan lines. This is called 480p.

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.

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.

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Contents Example Region numberFollowing Applies only in the U.S.A. and Canada FCC NoteFollowing Applies only in the U.S.A Table of Contents Preparation Assembling the speakersBase PushPreventing the speakers from falling Speaker assembly optionPT960 PT956 Front speakers Front Stands Bases Screws Speakers With cable≥Use only supplied speakers PositioningAttaching to a wall Speaker installation optionsFitting speaker stands not included If irregular coloring occurs on your TVViera Link Hdavi Control Audio and video connectionsCable connections Other video connections for improved picture qualityOther audio connection TV terminal Cable required Main unit terminal FeaturesRadio antenna connections Using an FM/AM outdoor antenna optionalUse BatteriesTV Type Performing Quick SetupTV Aspect Presetting stations automatically Confirming the preset channelsIf noise is excessive Select FM or AMControl reference guide Set the Sleep timerTV operations Mute the soundSelect an item Utilizing the Start menuControl reference guide / Utilizing the Start menu Show the Start menuBasic play Using the main unitTurn on the unit Select DVD/CD Open all the disc trays Start playSkip STOP, PauseOther playback functions Playing CDs sequentially CD ModeRepeat play Program and Random playSelecting the picture in Thumbnail menu Using navigation menusPlaying data discs Playing RAM and DVD-R/-RW DVD-VR discsMake the settings Exit Using on-screen menusMenu 1 Disc/Play Show the on-screen menuMenu 3 Audio Menu 2 VideoMenu 4 Hdmi Confirming Hdmi informationShow the setup menu Changing the player settingsSelect the item Make the settings Exit Disc menuAudio menu Video menuHdmi menu Display menuOthers menu Language code list Selecting the delay time of the speakersAuto setup Using the Viera LinkTM Hdavi ControlTMAuto lip sync Home theater Speaker controlUsing sound effects Presetting stations manually To adjust speaker level during playEnjoying the FM/AM radio Making settings for digital audio input Using the iPodOperating other equipment Enjoying TV audioEnjoying photos/videos Enjoying musicDiscs that can be played Disc handling precautionsDiscs that cannot be played Commercial discsTo clean discs MaintenanceClean this unit with a soft, dry cloth Tips for making data discsTroubleshooting guide Troubleshooting guideSound is distorted Disc trays cannot open. Chgr ERR is displayedEffects do not work Humming is heard during playYour Region This Disc MAY not be PlayedGlossary GlossarySpecifications SpecificationsPower consumption Power supplyOperating temperature range Power consumption in standby modeProduct Service Product ServiceProduct information User memo Listening cautionNpcparts@us.panasonic.com Limited Warranty only for U.S.ALimited Warranty only for Canada Limited Warranty only for CanadaWarranty Service If YOU Ship the Product to a ServicentreFollowing Applies only in Canada AccessoriesCorporate Management Division for the Americas Corporation of North America
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