Panasonic PV-DF273 Discs that can be played, Definition of Terms, Disc Handling, Initial Setup

Disc tray Disc

Discs that can be played

Disc type	Disc	Disc formats supported by this
	Logo	unit
DVD-Video		• DVD-Video format

•DVD-Video formatted discs (finalized*)

DVD-R	It may not be possible to play these
	discs in all cases due to the type of
	disc or condition of the recording.
Video CD	• Video-CD format
CD-DA	• CD-DA format
CD-R	• CD-DA format
	• Video-CD format
CD-RW	• MP3/WMA/JPEG file and finalized*.

•Discs played 8 cm (3″) or 12 cm (5″)

•* A process that allows play on compatible equipment.

Discs which cannot be played with this unit

• DVD with Region No. other	• CD-ROM
than “1” or “ALL”	• CDV
• DVD of PAL system	• CVD
• DVD-ROM	• CD-G
• DVD-AUDIO	• CD-TEXT
• DVD-RW	• SACD
• DVD+RW	• Photo-CD

Definition of Terms

Angle

Some DVD discs feature scenes simultaneously shot from different angles. The ANGLE button can be used to view the scene from different angles. (ANGLE Indicator lights up on the unit when a scene recorded at different angles is detected.)

Chapter Number

Titles are subdivided into numbered sections. You can quickly search for a favorite scene using these numbers.

DVD

A high-density optical disc on which high-quality pictures and sound have been digitally recorded. DVD incorporates new video compression technology (MPEG II) and high-density recording technology which allow entire movies to be recorded with incredible playback quality.

Playback Control

With Video CD (version 2.0), scenes or information may be selected for viewing or listening from an interactive menu that appears on the TV screen.

Subtitles

Written dialogue which appears at the bottom of the screen.

Time Number

The elapsed play time from the start of a disc or title. Use to quickly find scenes. (May not work with some discs.)

Title Number

For DVD discs with two or more titles, the title is numbered as title 1, title 2, etc.

Track Number

Numbers assigned to tracks on Video CDs and CDs to allow specific tracks to be quickly located.

Video CD

CD containing picture and sound with same quality level as video tape. This unit also supports Video CDs with playback control (version 2.0).

Disc Handling

Handling precautions

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

•Do not attach sticker to discs. (Do not use discs with exposed adhesive from tape or left over peeled-off stickers.)

•Only hold disc by edges as shown. 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.

•Be careful not to drop or bend disc.

•Do not place more than 1 disc on disc tray.

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

•Always store discs in their proper cases when

not in use.

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.)

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 could be damaged if stored or left in areas:

•exposed to direct sunlight.

•that are humid or dusty.

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

Initial Setup

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