Panasonic DMR-EA38V warranty Glossary

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Glossary

Bitstream

This is a signal compressed and converted into digital form. It is

converted back to a multi-channel audio signal, e.g., 5.1-channel, by a decoder.

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.

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 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. It is useful when you want to listen to the 5.1- channel audio recorded on DVDs through your TV’s speakers. Some discs prohibit down-mixing. If this is the case, this unit can 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 hear dialog clearly at low volume.

Film and Video

DVD-Video are recorded using either fi lm or video. The unit can determine which type has been used, then uses the most suitable method of progressive output.

Film is 24 or 30 frames per second, with motion picture fi lm generally being 24 frames per second.

Video is 60 fi elds per second (2 fi elds making up 1 frame).

Finalize

A process that makes play of a recorded CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, etc. possible on equipment that can play such media. You can fi nalize DVD- R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, and +R DL on the unit. After fi nalizing, the disc becomes play-only and you can no longer record or edit. However, fi nalized DVD-RW can be formatted to become recordable.

Folder

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

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), +RW and SD Card on this unit.

Formatting irrevocably erases all contents.

Frame and field

Frame refers to the single images that constitute the video you see on your TV. Each frame consists of 2 fi elds.

 

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A frame still shows 2 fi elds, so there may be some blurring between them, but picture quality is generally better.

A fi eld still shows less picture information so it may be rougher, but there is no blurring.

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)

Unlike conventional connections, it transmits uncompressed digital video and audio signals on a single cable. This unit supports high- defi nition video output (720p, 1080i and 1080p) from HDMI AV OUT terminal. To enjoy high-defi nition video a high defi nition compatible television is required.

JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)

This is a system used for compressing/decoding color 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 benefi t 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 signifi cant loss of audio quality.

Pan & Scan/Letterbox

In general, DVD-Video are produced with the intention that they will be viewed on a widescreen TV (16:9 aspect ratio), so images often don’t

fit regular TVs (4:3 aspect ratio). 2 styles of picture, “Pan & Scan” and “Letterbox”, deal with this problem.

Pan & Scan: The sides are cut off so the picture fi lls 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.

Progressive/Interlace

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 TV 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.

Thumbnail

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

1080i

In one high defi nition image, 1080 alternating scan lines pass every 1/60th of a second to create an interlace image. Because 1080i more than doubles current television broadcasts of 480i, the detail is much clearer and creates a more realistic and rich image.

1080p

In one high defi nition image, 1080 scan lines pass at the same time every 1/60th of a second to create a progressive image. Since progressive video does not alternate scan lines like interlace, there is a minimal amount of screen fl icker.

720p

In one high defi nition image, 720 scan lines pass at the same time every 1/60th of a second to create a progressive image. Since progressive video does not alternate scan lines like interlace, there is a minimal amount of screen fl icker.

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Contents Warranty can be found on RQT9058-PRegion number supported by this unit If you have any questions contactPrecautions Risk of Electric Shock Do not OpenMaintenance When the unit is not to be used for a long timeUnit Care Table of Contents, Accessories Accessories Remote Control InformationAbout batteries Using the remote control To order accessories, refer to Accessory Purchases onControl Reference Guide Main UnitUnit’s Display Unit’s displayRemote Control Rear PanelConnecting to a Television and a Set Top Box Basic ConnectionRegarding Hdavi Control function Rear of TVHdmi cable Audio/video cable Setting the Set Top Box Control and Clock ,  to select Test, then OK 11 ,  to change the setting Acquiring the setting information from the TV VieraTo confi rm new date and time Repeat steps 10-11 to change other itemsMedia Handling Stopping Play Pausing Play To turn the unit onTo select the DVD drive Playing a DiscVHS indicator lights up on the unit Playing a Video CassettePress  Stop Press  Pause Press again to restart play To select the recording mode To start recording Pausing RecordingRecording Set Top Box Programs To select desired channelWhen you have fi nished programming Scheduled RecordingUnit is turned off − If you press  STOP, you can cancel copying Copying RecordingsSeconds − or −Press and hold for about 3 seconds Copying Recordings DVD VHSImportant Once deleted, contents cannot be recovered Deleting Recordings to select Delete then OK Delete NavigatorImportant Notes for Recording Yes12 cm 5 Advanced Recording DVD Recording Modes and Estimated Disc Recording TimeVHS Recording Modes and Estimated Recording Time When the format confirmation screen is displayed When removing a recorded disc to select Yes, then OK Repeatedly until the desired time is reached , , ,  to select Start, then OKPlay at least 20 seconds after recording starts , , ,  to select the recording to play, then OKTo cancel a scheduled recording Progress Advanced Scheduled RecordingTo select the drive  to select Stop recording, then OKRecording from an External Device When DV camcorder connection screen does not appear When recording finishes to select Record to DVD then Recording from a DV CamcorderAdvanced Disc Playback ,  to select Zoom In, then, , ,  to select an item, then Play Press and hold To select the audio,  to select the time, then Playing Playlists View ChaptersPlaylist Properties Playing MP3s To select the DVD or USB drive while a track is highlighted to display the tree screen ,  to select a group, thenPlaying Still Pictures Jpeg , , ,  to select an album,  to select Start Slideshow, then OK , , ,  to select an album, then OK,  to select Zoom In, then OK,  to select Slideshow w/ SNDTRK, then OK Advanced Video Cassette Playback To fast-forward the tape To rewind the tapePress and hold for about 2 seconds Press and hold for about 5 or more seconds Repeatedly, to select the audio optionSimultaneously To display on-screen indicators On-screen Display Indicators for Video Cassette PlaybackStatus Messages Press Status to cycle through available displaysWhen you’ve fi nished Entering text Functions WindowEntering Text ,  to select a menu item, then OKWhat is Viera Link Hdavi Control? Press PLAY2, Direct NAVIGATOR, SCHEDULE, etcEasy control only with Viera Remote Control Using the Control PanelWhen not using Hdavi Control Then OKRecordings−Editing , , ,  to select a recordingTo display the menu list ,  to select Edit Name then to select Yes, then ,  to select Divide RecordingAt the point you want to ,  to select Change DivideStill Pictures−Editing Set Protection/Cancel Protection ,  to select Yes or No, then ,  to select Album Name, then OK Delete Album/Delete PictureCopying Still Pictures Deleting Still Pictures ,  to select Delete then OK4a , , ,  to select the album, then Delete Deleting an albumChapters−Creating, Editing DVD and Card Management To select the drive DVD or,  select Disc Name, then ,  to select DVD Management or Card Management, then OKMessage appears when deleting is fi nished To completeDeleting All Recordings Formatting Discs or Cards,  to select Create DVD Top Menu, then  to select Start, then OKSelecting Whether to Show the Top Menu First FinalizingSetting DVD On-Screen Menus Accessing the DVD On-Screen MenusDisc Menu Play MenuLanguage code list Video MenuAudio Menu Other MenuSetup Menus IR SettingsBox Type, then OK ,  to select Setup, then  PressTo confi rm new date and time and to initiate the clock ,  to select Quick Start, thenSettings for Playback ,  to select Subtitle Language, then OK,  to select Audio Language, then OK ,  to select Menu Language, then OK,  to select Output Level ,  to select Lighter orDarker, then ,  to select PCM Down Conversion, then OK Digital Audio OutputSelect Audio Channel For DV Input Status Messages,  to select CC reset, then ,  to select Automatic or Off, then OK,  to select Set, then OK ,  to select On, then OK ,  to select Display, then TV settings for DVD-RAM TV settings for DVD-VideoComponent Output Signal TV Aspect,  to select Hdmi Priority, then OK Functions of Hdmi,  to select VHS, then  ,  to select Select TapeLength, then OK T180, then OKOther Settings Point the remote control at the TV or Set Top BoxOn the right using the numbered Enter the code from the tableRemote Control Codes for the Set Top Box Cable Box Satellite ReceiverCable Box/Digital Video Recorder Combination Satellite Receiver / Digital Video Recorder CombinationConnection Options for Improved Playback Quality DVD output and DVD/VHS outputTerminal Red WhiteYellowincludedRedWhiteYellow ComponentVideo cables Using an Hdmi High Definition Multimedia Interface Cable Rear of Amplifier or System ComponentRear of Amplifier or System Component Rear of TV Disc Information Usable Discs for Recording and PlaybackPlay-only Discs Discs that Cannot be PlayedMedia Care SD Card and USB Memory Information USB memories you can use with this unitSD Cards Usable with this Unit  Compatible USB memoriesHow to structure MP3 folders MP3s and Still Pictures JpegMP3 File Information Still Picture Jpeg InformationFrequently Asked Questions SetupDiscs Recording USBError Messages On the Unit’s DisplayOn the TV Troubleshooting Guide Power Press and hold for more than 10 secondsTo open the disc tray Press and hold both buttons for about 5 secondsGeneral Issues Following does not indicate a problem with the unitOperation USB Playback Issues PictureSound Tracks No subtitles VHS Troubleshooting Guide Recording Issues Editing IssuesGlossary Specifications DVD-RWProduct Service Product informationLimited Warranty Limited WarrantyPower para encender el aparato Referencia rápida en español Spanish Quick ReferenceAjuste del control Del aparato Integrando el Convertidor y el,  para seleccionar el elemento, luego OK Para confi rmar una nueva fecha y horaReproducción de discos o videocasetes Consejos prácticosDeseado Oprima y mantenga Para copiar sin fi nalizar para seleccionar Borrar, y luego OK CopiarIndex Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc
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