Panasonic SC-PTX5 Glossary, Product Service, Product information, User memo, Decoder, Down-mixing

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Glossary

Glossary

CPPM (Content Protection for Prerecorded Media)

A copy protection system used for DVD-Audio files. This unit supports CPPM.

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 5.1-channel sound.

Down-mixing

This is a process of remixing the 5.1-channel audio (surround sound) on some discs into two channels. When you want to listen to the audio on a DVD with a 5.1 channel digital surround track through your television speakers, the down-mixed audio will be output.

Some DVD-Audio prevent down-mixing of all or part of their contents. When playing such discs, or such parts of the disc, unless the number of connected speakers is the same as the disc’s channel specification, audio will not be output properly.

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)

HDMI is a next-generation digital interface for consumer electronic products. Unlike conventional connections, it transmits uncompressed digital video and audio signals on a single cable. This unit supports high-definition video output (720p, 1080i, 1080p) from the HDMI AV OUT terminal. 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 color still pictures. The benefit of JPEG is less deterioration in picture quality considering the degree of compression.

Linear PCM (pulse code modulation)

These are uncompressed digital signals, similar to those found on CDs.

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.

Playback control (PBC)

If a Video CD has playback control, you can select scenes and information with menus.

DTS (Digital Theater Systems)

This surround system is used in many movie theaters around the world. 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.

Frame still and field still

Frames are the still pictures that go together to make a moving picture. There are about 30 frames shown each second.

One frame is made up of two fields. A regular television shows these fields one after the other to create frames.

A still is shown when you pause a moving picture. A frame still is made up of two alternating fields, so the picture may appear blurred, but overall quality is high.

A field still is not blurred, but it has only half the information of a frame still so picture quality is lower.

Progressive/Interlaced

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 television must be compatible to enjoy progressive video.

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.

WMA (Windows MediaTM Audio)

WMA is a compression format developed by Microsoft Corporation. It achieves the same sound quality as MP3 with a file size that is smaller than that of MP3.

Product Service

1.Damage requiring service—The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if:

(a)The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has been damaged; or

(b)Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or

(c)The unit has been exposed to rain; or

(d)The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or

(e)The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.

2.Servicing—Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these operating instructions. Refer all other servicing to authorized servicing personnel.

3.Replacement parts—When parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

4.Safety check—After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition.

The servicer will require all components to service your system.

Therefore, should service ever be necessary, be sure to bring the entire system.

Product information

For product information or assistance with product operation:

In the U.S.A., refer to “Customer Services Directory” on page 38.

In Canada, contact the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 1-800-561-5505, or visit the website (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to you.

User memo:

 

DATE OF PURCHASE

 

 

 

The model number and serial number of this product can be found

 

 

DEALER NAME

 

 

 

on either the back or the bottom of the unit.

 

 

 

 

Please note them in the space provided below and keep for future

 

 

DEALER ADDRESS

 

 

 

 

 

 

reference.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MODEL NUMBER

SC-PTX5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SERIAL NUMBER

 

 

 

TELEPHONE NUMBER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents XM Satellite Radio High-qualitypictureDolby Virtual Speaker Operating InstructionsIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FCC NoteIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ≥DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAINSimple Setup TABLE OF CONTENTSPlaying data discs using navigation menus Using the EZ SyncTM “HDAVI ControlTM”step1Positioning Simple SetupPositioning Notes on speaker use ≥Use only supplied speakers1 Speaker connections step2Cable connections2 Radio antenna connections Simple Setup3 Audio and video connections SetupUsing an FM/AM outdoor antenna optional SimpleSimple Setup EZ Sync “HDAVI Control”Features 5.1 channel amplifier connectionstep3AC cord connection step4Preparing the remote controlBatteries UseDetails of settings step5Performing QUICK SETUPShow the QUICK SETUP and make the settingsreference guide Control reference guideControl Operating the televisionIf the front cover comes off Listening cautionControl reference guide Discs that can be played Disc handling precautionsDiscs that cannot be played To clean discs MaintenanceClean this unit with a soft, dry cloth Tips for making data discsUsing the main unit 1 Power onBasic play 2 Select “DVD/CD”Using the remote control Basics Convenient functionsDetails Displaying current playbackAngle selection and still picture Changing the zoom ratiorotation/advance All group, Program and Random playUsing the submenu Playing data discs using navigation menusSearching by a content or group title Selecting a track using CD textPlaying RAM and DVD-R/-RW Playing HighMAT discsDVD-VRdiscs Playing data discs using navigationShow the Main menu Using on-screenmenusSelect the menu Main menuPlay Menu Other SettingsPicture Menu Using on-screenmenusAudio Menu Using on-screenmenusDisplay Menu Other MenuMake the settings Changing the player settings“Disc” menu Select Select the menu“Video” menu Changing the player settings“Audio” menu Changing the player settings“Display” menu “HDMI” menu“Others” menu Language code listAuto input switching Using the EZ SyncTM “HDAVI ControlTM”Power off link One touch playSyncTM Speaker controlENTER PLAY RETURN Optimizing the XM signal reception Using the XM Satellite RadioThe XM Satellite Radio ID signal receptionPresetting the XM channels Selecting the preset channelsSelecting XM channels by direct entry Selecting XM channels by categoryManual tuning Using the FM/AM radioPresetting stations automatically Selecting the preset channelsUsing the equalizer function Using sound effectsAdjusting the amount of bass Operating other equipmentUsing the iPod Using the Music PortOperating other equipment Charging the iPodTroubleshooting guide Troubleshooting guideguide Troubleshooting guideWMA MP3 JPEG work. DVD-ViPod with Universal Dock for iPod optional Troubleshooting guideHDMI or progressive video RadioAMPLIFIER SECTION SpecificationsFM/AM TUNER, TERMINALS SECTION DISC SECTIONGlossary Product ServiceGlossary/Product Service CPPM Content Protection for Prerecorded MediaPanasonic Audio Products Limited Warranty Limited Warranty ONLY FOR U.S.ACustomer Services Directory Accessory PurchasesPANASONIC PRODUCT - LIMITED WARRANTY Limited Warranty ONLY FOR CANADALimited Warranty ONLY FOR CANADA Accessories including rechargeable batteriesRQTX0014-P AccessoriesPanasonic Consumer Electronics Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc
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