Introduction—Playable Discs
Discs you can play
You can play back the following discs on this unit:
•DVD Video: whose video format is NTSC and whose region code is “1.”
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•Video CD (VCD)/Audio CD
•MP3:
On some discs, the actual operations may be different from what is explained in this manual.
The following discs cannot be played back
DVD Audio,
•Playing back these discs will generate noise and damage the speakers.
* Note on Region Code
DVD players and DVD Video discs have their own Region Code numbers. This unit can only play back DVD discs whose Region Code numbers include “1.”
Examples:
If you insert a DVD Video disc of an incorrect Region Code
“REGION CODE ERROR!” appears on the monitor.
•“DVD Logo” is a trademark of DVD Format/ Logo Licensing Corporation registered in the US, Japan and other countries.
Digital audio formats
The System can play back the following digital audio formats.
Linear PCM: Uncompressed digital audio, the same format used for CDs and most studio masters.
Dolby Digital *: Compressed digital audio, developed by Dolby Laboratories, which enables
DTS ** (Digital Theater Systems):
Compressed digital audio, developed by Digital Theater Systems, Inc., which enables multi- channel like Dolby Digital. As the compression ratio is lower than for Dolby Digital, it provides wider dynamic range and better separation.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
*Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the
**“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
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