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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.

Decoder

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

Deep Colour

This unit incorporates HDMITM (V.1.3a with Deep Colour) technology that can reproduce greater colour gradation (4096 steps) when connected to a compatible TV. You can enjoy exceptionally rich, natural-looking colours, with smooth, detailed gradation and minimal colour banding. [A lower colour gradation (256 steps), without Deep Colour, will be reproduced if connected to a TV which does not support Deep Colour. The unit will automatically set appropriate output to suit the connected TV.]

DivX

DivX is a popular media technology created by DivX, Inc. DivX media files contain highly compressed video with high visual quality that maintains a relatively small file size.

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.

Drive

In the instance of this unit, this refers to the hard disk (HDD) and disc (DVD). 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.

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.)

Video:

Generally appropriate for motion picture films.

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.

Finalise

Aprocess that makes play of a recorded CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, etc. possible on equipment that can play such media. You can finalise DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL on this unit.

After finalising, the disc becomes play-only and you can no longer record or edit. However, finalised DVD-RW can be formatted for recording again.

Folder

This is a place on the hard disk or disc where groups of data are stored together. In the case of this unit, it refers to the place where still pictures (JPEG) and MPEG2 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 the HDD or unused +R and +R DL on this unit. Formatting permanently deletes 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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Frame

Field

Field

≥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.

HDD (Hard disk drive)

This is a mass data storage device used in computers, etc. A disk with a surface that has been treated with magnetic fluid is spun and a magnetic head is brought in close proximity to facilitate the reading and writing of large amounts of data at high speed.

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)

Unlike conventional connections, it transmits uncompressed digital video and audio signals on a single cable. This unit supports high- definition video output [720p (750p), 1080i (1125i), 1080p (1125p)] from HDMI AV OUT terminals. To enjoy high-definition video a high definition compatible television is required.

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 benefit 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.

MPEG2 (Moving Picture Experts Group)

A standard for efficiently compressing and expanding colour video. MPEG2 is a compression standard used for DVD and satellite based digital broadcasting. This unit records programmes using MPEG2.

SD Video files shot with a Panasonic SD video camera, etc. can be copied to the HDD or a DVD-RAM disc.

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.

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

Reference

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

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Contents Example About descriptions in these operating instructionsInside of product If you see this symbolTable of contents Included accessories Remote control informationSafety precautions Unit care HDD Hard disk drive handling careRemote control Control reference guideUnit’s display Main unit Easy access to various functions Function Menu DisplayConnecting to a television with 21-pin Scart terminal Connecting a televisionOther connections Below Regarding Viera Link Hdavi ControlTM functionWhen clock setting screen is displayed Press 3, 4 to select the TV aspect and press OKReturn HDD and discs you can use for recording and play HDD and disc informationRecording format DVD Video Recording format HDD RAMUSB memory information Play-only discsDiscs that cannot be played Structure of folders displayed by this unit Regarding DivX files, Music files and still pictures JpegStructure of WMA/MP3 folders Still pictures JPEG§2Inserting discs Media handling Disc/USB memoryInserting, removing the USB memory Disc careSelect the channel Watching analogue and digital broadcastsDigital channel information Press Status to show the information screenPlaying recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Press ¥ REC To start recording Recording television programmesTo specify a time to stop recording- One Touch Recording Press ¥ REC on the main unit to select the recording timeTo cancel a timer recording on the TV Guide Screen Timer recordingPress Guide Press OKDeleting titles Using the Delete Navigator to deleteDeleting during play Press Delete ¢ Press 2, 1 to select Delete and press OKWhen you want to When recording aSpeed mode from When recordingWhen removing a recorded disc When the format confirmation screen is displayedAdvanced recording Recording modes and approximate recording timesPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select Start and press OK Flexible RecordingPlaying while you are recording Press 1 Play during recordingManual recording Copying from a video cassette recorderStart play on the other equipment Press ¥ RECManually programming timer Advanced timer recordingUsing G-CODEsystem to make timer RecordingsTo release the unit from recording standby To cancel recording when recording has already begunRelief Recording Auto Renewal RecordingCheck, change or delete a programme To exit the timer recording listTo change a programme To delete a programmePress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the programme and press OK Operations in the TV Guide systemPress Set Press Direct NavigatorTo return to the previous screen§ During play or while stoppedOperation during play Advanced playbackChanging audio during play Press AudioPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the title and press OK Switching the Direct Navigator appearanceTo sort the titles for easy searching To play grouped titles HDDPlaying DivX, Music files and still pictures Jpeg Playing DivX video contentsShowing the menu screen Show DivX Menu screenShow MP3&WMA Menu screen Playing Music filesPress 3, 4 to select the track and press OK Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select a group and press OKShow Album View screen Playing still picturesPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the album and press OK Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the still picture and press OKUseful functions during still picture play To play music CD Playing musicTo play music recorded on HDD Useful functions during music playConvenient functions Function Menu Display To pause the TV programme you areWatching-Pause Live TV Power off link Power on linkLinked operations with the TV Viera Link Hdavi ControlTM Download from the TV§1Using the Function Menu Display to operate this unit§1 Easy control only with Viera remote controlUsing the Option menu window to operate this unit§1 Pause live TV programme§2Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the title Editing titles/chapters and playing chaptersPress 3, 4, 2, 1 to select the chapter If you select Chapter ViewDivide Title Title operationsChapter operations Combine ChaptersCreating playlists Creating, editing and playing playlistsPress 2, 1 to select the source title PressPress OPTION, then 3, 4 to select Editing and playing playlists/chaptersOperation and press OK Playlist operationsEditing still pictures Jpeg Editing still pictures and musicAlbum still picture and picture operation Select the album to be edited and press OptionDeleting still pictures and music using Delete Navigator Editing musicAlbum and track operation Entering text Press 3, 4, 2, 1 to select a character and press OKShow Enter Name screen etc Approximate copying times Max. speed Copying titles or playlistsHDD DVD DVD HDD HDDCopy Video HDD to DVD Press 3, 4 to select the title you want to copy and pressPress 2, 1 to select Start and press OK Copying using the copying list- Advanced Copy Set Copy Time To edit the copying listCopy Navigator/Copying list icons and functions Copying SD Video from a video equipment When the top menu is displayedTo stop copying SD VideoCopying still pictures Copying using the copying listPerform steps 4 8 on Copying Copying still pictures on the USB memoryCopying music to HDD About the Gracenote DatabaseCopying music from a CD Preparing the update data To update the Gracenote DatabasePress 3, 4 to select Start Updating the database on this unitUsing on-screen menus/Status message Using on-screen menusPress Display Press Status Status messagesSound menu-Change the DVB multi audio and sound effect Other menu-Change the display positionSetting the protection Common proceduresHDD and disc management Providing a name for a discDeleting all titles and playlists-Delete all titles Deleting all the contents-FormatEnabling discs to be played on other equipment-Finalise Selecting the background style-Top MenuRQT9306 4 Press OK Creating Top Menu-Create Top MenuChanging the unit’s settings TuningPress 3, 4 to select the tab Settings for Analogue Channels Changing the unit’s settingsSignal Condition Manual TuningPicture DiscDisplay SoundConnection Others Television operation Other SettingsTest by turning on the television and changing channels Child LockConnecting a television with Component Video terminals Connecting a television with S Video terminalsConnecting a stereo amplifier Connecting an amplifier with a digital input terminalConnecting with an Hdmi compatible television and receiver Amplifier’s rear panelConnecting a television and VCR Additional connectionsOther connections Digital television’s rear panel To the aerial Aerial cable SplitterIncluded Connect only after all other Connections are completeSet up Frequently asked questionsDisc RecordingTV Guide MusicTV Channels Messages On the television On the unit’s display Power Troubleshooting guideTV screen and video DisplaysOperation SoundRecording, timer recording and copying Edit PlayStill pictures Digital broadcast To reset this unitViera Link OtherSpecifications Glossary RGB GlossaryWMA USE of this Product Implies Acceptance of the Terms below3DQDVRQLF DUUDQW\ Index
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