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WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND OTHERS (cont.)
Precautions on the built-in DVD player
Playable disc types
Discs with the following marks can be played back on
the unit.
The DVD Logo is a trademark.
The unit can also play back the following discs:
• DVD-R and DVD-RW discs written in the DVD Video
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 (see page 61)
in accordance with the “ISO 9660” format.
• CD-R and CD-RW discs written in JPEG (see page 63)
in accordance with the “ISO 9660” format.
NOTE
This unit may need considerable time to read the contents of the
disc, or the unit may not be able to play back a disc if it is dirty,
scratched or warped.
•The disc characteristic or recording condition may also affect
reproduction of the disc itself.
The unit can play back audio signals recorded in Mix-Mode CD,
CD-G, CD-Extra and CD Text.
Region code of DVD Video
This unit can play back DVD Video discs whose region
code numbers include “2.”
Examples:
Colour system format
This unit accommodates the PAL system, and also can
play back discs recorded with NTSC system whose
Region Code numbers include “2.”
• NTSC video signals are converted to PAL signals and
reproduced. (It may deteriorate picture quality slightly.)
NOTES
•With some DVD Video discs, the unit 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 accepted.
Unplayable discs
The unit does not play back discs listed below. If you try
to play back these discs, noise may generate causing
damage to the speakers.
• DVD-RW discs written in the VR format
• DVD-ROM, DVD-RAM, DVD Audio, CD-ROM, Photo
CD, SACD
In addition, the unit 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 unit.
Digital audio formats
The unit supports the following digital audio formats—
Linear PCM, MPEG Multichannel, Dolby Digital*, DTS**
(Digital Theater Systems) (see page 93 “Glossary” for
descriptions of each audio format):
NOTE
Depending on the “DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT” setting, digital
audio signals may not be output as they are recorded on the
disc. See “DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT” on page 78 for details.
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
either on the label side or on the playback side.
Storing discs
• Keep discs in their cases. If discs are piled without their
protective cases, they may 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
• Never use record cleaners, petrol, alcohol or any anti-
static agents.
DVD Video SVCD Video CD (VCD)
Audio CD
(CD)
VIDEO
ALL
2
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4
2
3
1
3
2
1
6
5
4
• Wipe with a soft dry cloth,
moving from the centre
outwards. If a disc is
difficult to clean, wipe
with a cloth moistened
with water.
* Manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratries.
“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.
**“DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital
Theater Systems, inc.