Panasonic PV-27DF5 Region Management Information, Disc Handling, To clean disc surface, 1 ALL

„DVDs that can be played

You can play discs with these symbols.

„Playing DVDs

The producer of these discs can control how they are played so you may not always be able to control play as described in these operating instructions. Read the disc’s instructions carefully.

„DVD-R discs

Panasonic DVD-R recorded and finalized* on a Panasonic DVD video recorder are played as DVD-Video on this unit.

„DVD-RAM discs

DVD-RAM discs must meet the following conditions for this unit to be able to play them.

	• Non-cartridge discs
Type	• Discs that can be removed from their cartridges (TYPE 2
	and 4)
	• 12 cm (5″) 9.4 GB (double-sided) and 4.7 GB (single-sided)
Capacity	• 8 cm (3″) 2.8 GB (double-sided)

•Remove TYPE 2 and 4 discs from their cartridges before use, then return them when you are finished. Read the instructions for the disc carefully.

TYPE 2 or 4 disc Non-cartridge disc

•Some parts of the disc, for example where one program ends and another begins, may not play smoothly.

„CD-R and CD-RW discs

This unit can play CD-R and CD-RW if they are formatted as CD- DA (digital audio) and finalized*.

* A process that allows play on compatible equipment.

Region Management Information

This unit is designed and manufactured to respond to the Region Management Information that is recorded on a DVD disc. If the Region number described on the DVD disc does not correspond to the Region number of this unit, this unit cannot play this disc.

For U.S.A. and Canada

•The region number of this player is “1”.

•The player will play DVD-Video marked with labels bearing “1” or “ALL”.

Example:

1 ALL 124

Disc Handling

Handling precautions

•Sticking a label on the disc may impair DVD- R playback.

•Do not attach sticker to disc. (Do not use discs with exposed adhesive from tape or

left over peeled-off stickers.)

•Only hold disc by edges as shown at right. Fingerprints, dirt and scratches can cause skipping and distortion.

•Do not write on label side of disc.

• Never use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static electricity prevention liquids, or any other solvent.

• Do not try to close disc tray when disc is not properly placed.

	Disc
Disc tray

To clean disc surface

With a soft, damp (water only) cloth, gently wipe from the center hole to the outer edge as shown below. (Wiping in a circular pattern will scratch the surface.)

„DVD-RAM, DVD-R :

Clean only with DVD-RAM disc cleaner. Never use cloths or cleaners for CDs, etc.

If disc is brought from a cold to a warm environment, moisture may form on the disc

Wipe away moisture with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth before using disc. (See above.)

Improper disc storage

Discs can be damaged if stored or left in areas:

•Exposed to direct sunlight.

•That are humid or dusty.

•Near heat (i.e. heater, radiator, etc.).

Information (MAIN MENU Screen)

In the Main Menu display, only icons which can be selected appear normally while those not available appear dark.

Example:			MAIN MENU
When the unit is used for the first time,
the DVD icon is dark because it cannot			LOCK LANGUAGE
be selected in this condition (see right).
However, when DVD is pressed to enter		TV	CLOCK	CH
DVD mode, the DVD icon becomes	SELECT:			SET:SET
selectable.	END	:ACTION

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