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About discs
Playable disc types
Discs with the following marks can be played back on the player.
The DVD Logo is a trademark.
The player can also play back the following discs:
• 9.4GB/4.7GB DVD-RAM with no cartridge, recorded with the
video recording standard version 1.1
• 9.4GB/4.7GB DVD-RAM with cartridge but can be removed
from the cartridge, recorded with the video recording standard
version 1.1
• DVD-R and DVD-RW discs written in the DVD VIDEO format
and finalized
• DVD-RW (version 1.1) discs written in the VR (Video
Recording) format and finalized
• CD-R and CD-RW discs written in the SVCD, Video CD or
Audio CD format and finalized
• CD-R and CD-RW discs written in MP3 or WMA in accordance
with the “ISO 9660” format (See page 30 for details.)
• CD-R and CD-RW discs written in JPEG in accordance with the
“ISO 9660” format (See page 30 for details.)
NOTES
• If a disc gets dirty, scratched or warped, or due to the disc
characteristics or recording conditions, it may take considerable
time for the player to read the content, or the player may not be
able to play back such discs.
• With some DVD-RAM and DVD-RW (recorded in VR format)
discs, portions such as a part between two programs may not
be played back smoothly.
• DVD-RAM discs created using a personal computer and which
do not comply with the video recording standard cannot be
played back.
• DVD-RAM and DVD-RW discs that comply with the CPRM and
on which material allowed to be copied only once is recorded
cannot be played back.
(CPRM: a picture source encryption technology developed to
protect copyright)
• When playing back a DVD-RAM disc of type 2 or type 4, first
remove the disc from the cartridge and place it in the disc tray
(see page 12). Take care not to scratch the disc or make the
disc dirty. After playing back the disc, be sure to retain it in the
cartridge. (See also the instructions supplied with the disc.)
The player can play back audio signals recorded in MIX-MODE
CD, CD-G, CD-EXTRA and CD TEXT.
Color system format
This player accommodates the PAL system, and also can play
back discs recorded with NTSC system whose Region Code
numbers include “2.”
Note that the NTSC video signal on a disc is converted to an PAL
signal and output.
Unplayable discs
The player does not play back discs listed below. If you try to play
back these discs, noise may be generated, causing damage to
speakers.
• 2.6GB/5.2GB DVD-RAM, cartridge type 1 DVD-RAM, version
1.0 DVD-RW (recorded only in the VR format), DVD-ROM, CD-
ROM, PHOTO CD, SACD
In addition, the player does not play:
• Unfinalized discs.
• Discs of irregular shape or discs with tape, seals or paste on
either the label side or playback side. Playing back these discs
may damage the player.
Digital audio formats
The player supports the following digital audio formats (see page
44 “Appendix D: Glossary” for descriptions of each audio format):
Linear PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS (Digital Theater Systems), MLP
(Meridian Lossless Packing), MPEG Multichannel
NOTE
Depending on the player’s [DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT] setting,
digital audio signals may not be output as they are recorded on
the disc. See “DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT” on page 35 for details.
Notes on discs
• With some DVD VIDEO discs, the player starts playback
automatically after inserting the disc.
• The image may be sometimes poor or noisy due to defects in
the disc itself.
• With some discs, operations described in this manual may not
be possible.
Care and handling of discs
If a disc gets dirty, dusty, scratched or warped, playback sound
and picture may be deteriorated. Take proper precautions when
handling discs.
Handling
• Do not touch the surface of the disc.
• Do not damage, stick paper to, or use any adhesive on either
the label side or playback side.
Storing discs
• Keep discs in their cases. If discs are piled on top of one
another without their protective cases, they can be damaged.
• Do not put discs in a location where they may be exposed to
direct sunlight, or where the humidity or temperature is high.
Avoid leaving discs in a car!
Cleaning discs
• Wipe with a soft dry cloth, moving from the center outwards. If a
disc is difficult to clean, wipe with a cloth moistened with water.
• Never use record cleaners, petrol, alcohol or any anti-static
agents.
Notes on copyright
Check the copyright laws in your country before recording from
DVD AUDIO, DVD VIDEO, DVD-RAM, SVCD, Video CD, Audio
CD, MP3, WMA and JPEG discs.
Recording of copyrighted material may infringe copyright laws.
Before operation
DVD AUDIO DVD VIDEO SVCD
Video CD Audio CD
AUDIO
VIDEO
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