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Information
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• Insert so the poles (+ and - ) match those in the Remote Control.
• Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
Do not:
• Mix old and new batteries.
• Use different types at the same time.
• Heat or expose to flame.
• Take apart or short circuit.
• Attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
• Use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can
damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.
Remove if the Remote Control is not going to be used for a long
period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.
* A process that allows play on compatible equipment.
Loading the Batteries
Play-only discs
Discs that cannot be played
• 2.6 and 5.2 GB DVD-RAM, 12 cm (5˝)
• 3.95 and 4.7 GB DVD-R for Authoring
• Unfinalized DVD-R recorded on other equipment (refer to “Finalize” on
page 70)
• PAL discs (you can still play the audio on DVD-Audio)
• DVD-Video with a region number other than “1” or “ALL”
DVD-ROM, DVD-RW, +R, +RW, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, Photo CD, CVD,
SVCD, SACD, MV-Disc, PD , Divx Video Disc, etc.
DVD-Video
You can play discs with these symbols.
CD-R and CD-RW discs
This unit can play finalized* CD-R/CD-RW (audio recording disc)
recorded in CD-DA (digital audio), Video CD or MP3 format. Some
CD-R or CD-RW may not be played due to the condition of the
recording.
Unit auto adjusts clock for DST (Daylight Saving Time.)
DST (Daylight Saving Time)
• If your area does not observe Daylight Saving Time, select DST : OFF
(refer to “Manual Clock Setting” on page 23).
• Keep these time changes in mind when pro gram ming the unit for timer
recording.
■ Spring (First Sunday in April)
DST: ON ➞ Sets clock ahead one hour.
■ Autumn (Last Sunday in October)
DST: ON ➞ Turns clock back one hour.
• The producer of the material can control how DVD-Video and Video CDs
are played. This means that you may not be able to control play of a disc
with some operations described in these operating instructions. Read the
disc’s instructions carefully.
• This unit can play CD-R/CD-RW (audio recording disc) recorded with
CD-DA (digital audio), video CD (video CD format 2.0 or above) or MP3.
Finalize* the disc after recording.
* A process that allows play on compatible equipment.
• This unit cannot record onto CD-R or CD-RW.
Disc type Disc Logo Instructions
Indication in
these operating
instructions
DVD-Audio
High fidelity music discs
• Played on this unit in
2 channels.
DVD-A
DVD-Video
High quality movie and
music discs
DVD-V
Video-CD
Music and video
recorded (including
CD-R/RW)
VCD
Audio-CD
Music and audio
recorded (including
CD-R/RW)
CD-R and CD-RW with
music recorded in MP3
(p. 47)
CD
(CD-DA)
or
MP3
(MP3)
Dolby Digital:
This unit can play Dolby Digital in stereo (2 channels).
Connect an amplifier with a built-in Dolby Digital
decoder to enjoy surround sound.
DTS Digital Surround:
Connect this unit to equipment that has a DTS decoder
to enjoy DVDs with this mark.
1 Open the cover.
3 Close the cover.
• Slide in direction of “ ” mark until cover
snaps shut.
2 Insert batteries as marked.
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