Panasonic DMR-E65 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.

DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)

DPOF is the standard printing format for still picture data taken by a digital camera, etc. It is used for automatic printing at a photo developing store or on your home printer.

Drive

In the instance of this unit, this refers to the disc (DVD), SD card (SD) and PC card (PC). 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 volumes but still hear dialogue clearly.

Reference

For PAL

 

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.

 

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, DVD-R, etc. possible on equipment that can play such media. You can finalize DVD-R on this unit.

After finalizing, the disc becomes play-only and you can no longer record or edit.

Folder

This is a place on the DVD-RAM or memory card where groups of data are stored together. In the case of this unit, it refers to the place where still pictures (JPEG, TIFF) are stored.

Formatting

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

You can format the DVD-RAM and memory cards on this unit. Formatting erases irrevocably all contents.

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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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

 

there is no blurring.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)

This is a system used for compressing/decoding colour still pictures. If you select JPEG as the storage system on digital cameras etc., the data will be compressed to 1/10–1/100 of its original size. The feature of JPEG is less deterioration in picture quality considering the degree of compression.

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

TIFF (Tag Image File Format)

This is a system used for compressing/decoding colour still pictures. A common format for storing high quality images on digital cameras and other devices.

Thumbnail

This refers to a miniature representation of a picture used to display multiple pictures in the form of a list.

VBR (Variable bitrate)

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

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Contents RQT7450-L Model No. DMR-E65Example Getting started This Unit is Intended for USE in Moderate ClimatesTable of contents AccessoriesUseful features Remote controlMain unit Remote controlControl reference guide Unit’s displayDo not connect the unit through a video cassette recorder When the unit is not to be used for a long timeBefore moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is empty Started Connecting to a television with 21-pin Scart TerminalConnecting to a VCR with 21-pin Scart terminal Component video outputTo enjoy multi-channel surround sound on DVD-Video Connecting an amplifier or system componentConnection Connection to a stereo amplifierAuto-Setup Selecting television type and aspect Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select Setup and press EnterTo enjoy progressive video Press FunctionsTo change the code on the remote control When the following indicator appears on the unit’s displayPoint the remote control at the television Television operationPlay-only discs 12 cm/8 cm Disc and card informationDiscs you can use for recording and play 12 cm/8 cm Discs that cannot be playedTypes of disc for the type of connected Accessory discsCards useable on this unit Structure of folders displayed by this unitPress W X CH to select the channel Recording television programmesPress DVD to select the DVD drive Press ¥ REC to start recordingRecording modes and approximate recording times Playing while you are recordingPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select Start and press Enter Flexible RecordingRefer to the control reference on Using G-CODEsystem to make timer recordings Timer recordingPress F Timer Press G-CodeManually programming timer recordings Check, change or delete a programme To exit the timer recording listTo put the unit on timer recording standby To change a programmePlaying recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Time Time Slip Operations during playSkipping the specified Manual SkipCreate chapter Editing operations during playErase Changing audioPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select a group Using menus to play MP3Using the tree screen to find a group Press TOP MenuPC card slot Playing still picturesSD card slot Inserting/Removing the SD/PC cardUseful functions during still picture play Press DVD or SD/PC to select the drivePress Direct Navigator RotateOn-screen menus Using on-screen menus and Status messagesDisc menu-Setting the disc content Press DisplayPlay menu-Change the play sequence Status messagesPress Status Picture menu-Change the picture qualityPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the chapter Editing titles/chaptersEditing titles/chapters and playing chapters EditingProperties Set up Protection§Cancel Protection§ Press 2, 1 to select Yes and press Enter Enter NamePress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select Play List and press Enter Creating, editing and playing play listsCreating play lists Press ReturnEditing and playing play lists/chapters Play list operationsPicture and folder operation Set up Protection §Editing still pictures Press 2, 1 to select number of print 0 toPress ¥ REC Recording from a video cassette recorderStart play on the other equipment Manual recordingTransferring dubbing using the transferring dubbing list Transferring dubbing still picturesPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select an item and press Enter Functions windowPress Functions To exit the Functions windowPress Functions Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select Disc Setting the protectionDisc and card management Press 3, 4 to select Disc Protection and press EnterErasing all the contents of a disc or card-Format Enabling DVD-R to be played on other equipment-FinalizePress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select a Entering textShow Enter Name screen Character and press EnterCommon procedures Changing the unit’s settingsSummary of settings FunctionsTabs Menus Options Underlined items are the factory presets Changing the unit’s settingsPicture DTS ConvenientConnection TV Aspect MpegPress 3, 4 to select Manual and press Enter TuningManual Clock settings TV SystemUnit care Maintenance/Disc and card handlingChild Lock Disc and card handlingSpecifications Safety precautionsGlossary Cover Frequently asked questionsSet upPage RecordingOn the television Error messagesOn the unit’s display Troubleshooting guide Troubleshooting guide Play is pressed Ratings passwordPlay Play fails to start even when Play starts but then stopsIndex