Features
Disc compatibility
Discs which can be played on this player are as follows.
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Disc
Specification
Prerecorded discs
HD DVD video disc | 12cm (43/4 in.) | ||
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•A single layer single sided disc (15 GB) has capacity of about 8 hours in 1125 line high definition picture; about 48 hours in 525 line standard definition picture (depending on bitrate of
*1GB means 1,000,000,000 bytes.
•HD DVD Twin Format Discs have both HD DVD and DVD layers on one side. HD DVD Combination Format Discs have HD DVD material on one side and DVD material on the other side.
DVD video disc | 12cm (43/4 in.) / 8cm (31/4 in.) | ||||
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Audio CD | 12cm (43/4 in.) / 8cm (31/4 in.) | ||||
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Notes
•This player can play pictures of the NTSC color system only.
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•Discs other than the above cannot be played. Even some of the above discs may not be able to be played depending on their state.
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Notes on handling discs
•Do not touch the playback side of the disc.
•Do not stick paper or tape to discs.
•Fingerprints and dust on the disc may cause picture and/or sound deterioration or prevent playback. Wipe the disc from the center outwards with a soft cloth. Always keep the disc clean.
•Do not use any type of solvent such as thinner, benzine, commercially available cleaners or antistatic spray for vinyl LPs. It may damage the disc.
•Refer to the instructions of the disc as well.
•Do not store discs in a place subject to direct sunlight or near heat sources.
•Do not store discs in places subject to moisture and dust such as a bathroom or near a humidifier.
•Store discs vertically in a case. Stacking or placing objects on discs outside of their case may cause warping.
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