Panasonic SA-BTX70 warranty Disc and card handling, Maintenance, To dispose or transfer this unit

Disc and card information

SD cards

This chart shows the different type of cards recorded with other devices that you can use.

In these operating instructions, the cards shown in the table (D below) are comprehensively called SD cards.

Type of media	Formats	Indicated as
SD Memory Card*	≥JPEG format	[JPEG]
(from 8 MB to 2 GB)	≥AVCHD format	[AVCHD]
SDHC Memory Card	≥MPEG2 format	[MPEG2]
(from 4 GB to 32 GB)
* Including miniSD Card and microSD Card
≥A miniSD Card and a microSD Card must be used with the
attached adaptor that comes with the card.
≥When using from 4 GB to 32 GB SD cards, only SD cards			ADAPTER
that display the SDHC logo can be used.
≥This unit is compatible with SD Memory Cards that meet
SD Card Specifications FAT12 and FAT16 formats, as well
as SDHC Memory Cards in FAT32 format.

≥Usable memory is slightly less than the card capacity.

≥If the SD card is formatted on a PC, you may not be able to use it on

this unit.

≥We recommend using a Panasonic SD card.

Please confirm the latest information on the following website. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs

(This site is in English only.)

≥Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

≥When a card recorded in the AVCHD format is being played, the video may be paused for a few seconds at portions spliced, due to deletion or edition.

≥Switch the write-protect switch to the “LOCK” position to protect the content from accidental erasure.

Regarding 24p output [BD-V]

Many BD-Video movie contents are recorded in 24 frames/second in accordance with the film materials. However, they will normally be output in 60 frames/second in accordance with the display format.

These can be output in 24p as the original. Therefore, high-quality video can be enjoyed with improved clarity, enhanced perspective, etc.

NECESSARY CONNECTIONS

≥Connect to a TV supporting 1080/24p input via an HDMI cable.

NECESSARY SETTINGS

≥“24p Output”: “On” (> 36)

Discs that cannot be played

≥BD-RE with the cartridge	≥Video CD and SVCD
≥2.6 GB and 5.2 GB DVD-RAM	≥WMA discs
≥3.95 GB and 4.7 GB DVD-R for Authoring	≥DivX discs
≥DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from their cartridges	≥PAL discs
≥Version 1.0 of DVD-RW	≥HD DVD
≥DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, SACD, Photo CD, MV-Disc and PD	≥BD-Video discs recorded at a rate of 50 fields/sec
≥DVD-Audio	≥Other discs that are not specifically supported

Disc and card handling

operations	Clean discs
	DO	DO NOT
Advanced
	Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

Disc and card handling precautions

≥Handle discs by the edges to avoid inadvertent scratches or fingerprints on the disc.

≥Do not attach labels or stickers to discs (This may cause disc warping, rendering it unusable).

≥Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other writing instrument.

≥Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.

≥Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.

≥Clean any dust, water, or foreign matter from the terminals on the rear side of the card.

≥Do not use the following discs:

–Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels (rented discs etc).

–Discs that are badly warped or cracked.

–Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes.

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Maintenance

Clean this unit with a soft, dry cloth

≥Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.

≥Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully read the instructions that came with the cloth.

Observe the following points to ensure continued listening and viewing pleasure.

Dust and dirt may adhere to the unit’s lens over time, making it impossible to play discs.

Use the lens cleaner (not included) about once every year, depending on frequency of use and the operating environment. Carefully read the lens cleaner’s instructions before use.

Maintenance of the lens

≥Remove dust carefully with an air blower for camera lenses (optional).

≥Recommended product:

Lens cleaner kit (SZZP1038C) (Available from Panasonic dealers.)

≥You cannot use a CD type lens cleaner.

≥Be careful not to touch the lens with your fingers.

To dispose or transfer this unit

This unit may record information of your operating procedures. If you discard this unit either by disposal or transfer, then follow the procedures to return all the settings to the factory presets to delete the recorded information. (> 44, “To return to the factory preset.”) ≥When BD-Video is played back, the operation history may be

recorded in the memory of this unit. The recorded contents differ depending on the disc.