Panasonic DMR-ES15EB manual Troubleshooting guide/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.

Component video output

Component signal outputs the colour difference signals (PB/PR) and luminance signal (Y) separately in order to achieve high fidelity in reproducing colours. If the television is compatible with progressive output, a high quality picture can be output because this unit’s component video output terminal outputs a progressive output signal.

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.

Down-mixing

This is the process of remixing the multi-channel audio found on some discs into two channels for stereo output. 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.

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 dialog 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.

Film:

Recorded at 25 frames per second (PAL discs) or 24 frames per second (NTSC discs). (NTSC discs recorded at 30 frames per second as well.) Generally appropriate for motion picture films. Video:

Recorded at 25 frames/50 fields per second (PAL discs) or 30 frames/60 fields per second (NTSC discs). Generally appropriate for TV drama programmes or animation.

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, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R or +R DL on this unit.

After finalizing, the disc becomes play-only and you can no longer record or edit. However, finalized DVD-RW can be formatted to become recordable.

Formatting

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

You can format DVD-RAM, DVD-RW (only as DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL or +RW on this unit.

When you use a new DVD-RW, +R, +R DL or +RW, it must be formatted.

Formatting deletes 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 picture quality is generally better.

•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.

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 DVD-R, 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. Panasonic televisions with 625 (576)/50i · 50p, 525 (480)/60i · 60p input terminals are progressive compatible.

Protection

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

RGB

This refers to the three primary colours of light, red (R), green (G), and blue (B) and also the method of producing video that uses them. By dividing the video signal into the three colours for transmission, noise is reduced for even higher quality images.

Sampling frequency

Sampling is the process of converting the heights of sound wave (analogue 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.

Thumbnail

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

TIFF (Tag Image File Format)

Troubleshooting guide/Glossary

This is a system used for compressing/decoding colour still pictures.

A common format for storing high quality images on digital cameras RQT8320

and other devices.

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Contents Region number supported by DVD RecorderExample For United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland How to replace the fuseBefore use EB and EBL area code model onlySafety precautions Table of contentsDisc handling Included accessoriesUnit care Control reference guide Remote controlMain unit Unit’s displayDiscs you can use for recording and play Disc information+R DL VR DVD Video Recording formatPlay-only discs Remote control informationDiscs that cannot be played Types of disc for the type of connected TVAV1 Output in the Setup menu Ô Connecting to a television onlyConnection Use of the supplied RF coaxial leadsConnection AV1 Output and AV2 Input in the Setup menu ÔTo view satellite/digital terrestrial programmes To record satellite/digital terrestrial programmesConnection Connecting to a television and VCRTo copy from a VCR Refer to Copying from a video cassette recorder ÔConnecting to a stereo amplifier Connecting to an amplifier with a digital input TerminalOther connections TV Tuning Auto Setup TV Tuning Auto Setup Timer recording from satellite receiver with Video Plus+Press Video Plus+ Press e to select the programmeSelecting television type and aspect Set up to match your television and remote controlTo enjoy progressive video Component and press EnterSet up to match your television and remote control When the following indicator appears on the unit’s displayTelevision operation While pressing TV, enter the code with the numbered buttonsIt is not possible to Important notes for recordingRecord continuously From the first layerWhen opening the tray without disc finalization When finalizing the discRecording modes and approximate recording times Disc Insertion/EjectionPress 1 2 CH to select the channel Recording television programmesPress * REC to start recording Flexible Recording To specify a time to stop recording-One Touch RecordingPlaying while you are recording Press e,r,w,q to select Start and press EnterUsing Video Plus+ system to make timer recordings Timer recordingTimer icon Press the numbered buttons to enter the Video Plus+ numberTo release the programme from Timer recordingRecording standby Press gCheck, change or delete a programme Making timer recordings on the televisionRecording from a satellite/digital terrestrial receiver To cancel the external controlManual Recording To skip unwanted partsChanging audio during play Playing discsInsert a disc Ô Press q Play Press AudioPlaying discs Operations during playPlaying MP3 Using menus to play MP3 and still pictures JPEG/TIFFPress Direct Navigator Press e,r to select the trackUseful functions during still Playing still pictures JPEG/TIFFPicture play Press e,r,w,q to select the still picture and press EnterUsing on-screen menus Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and Status messagePress Display Enter Return Display StatusStatus message Functions windowPress Status Editing titles/chapters and playing chapters Editing titles/chaptersPress Direct Navigator Press e,r,w,q to select the title Press e,r,w,q to select the chapterChapter operations Title operationsCreating playlists Creating, editing and playing playlistsPress w,q to select the source title and press r Press w,q to select the position toPlaylist operations Editing and playing playlists/ chaptersDV automatic recording DV Auto Rec Copying from a video cassette recorderStart play on the other equipment Deleting titles Using Delete Navigator to delete titlesDeleting titles during play Press Functions Press e,r to select Delete Press EnterDVD Management Creating Top Menu Create Top Menu Enabling discs to be played on other equipment FinalizePress e,r to select Create Top Menu and press EnterChild Lock Linked operations with the TV Q LinkPress q Play Video Plus+Summary of settings Changing the unit’s settingsUnit’s settings Press e,r to select the tabDTS Mpeg Changing the unit’s settingsPress Enter when you have finished the settings Press e,r to change the settingChanging the unit’s settings/Set the clock manually Set the clock manuallyResetting channel setting Press e,r to select TV System Press e,r to select ConnectionPress e,r to select the TV system Show Enter Name screenOn the television MessagesOn the unit’s display Frequently asked questions Troubleshooting guide Troubleshooting guide Troubleshooting guide Glossary Troubleshooting guide/GlossaryLanguage code list SpecificationsQuechua 8185 Tajik 8471 Zulu 9085 If you see this symbol SpecificationsFor business users in the European Union Index
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