Panasonic PV DR2714 - Manual (Page 6)

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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.
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 (“Finalize” on
page 74)
• PAL discs
• DVD with Region No. other than “1” or “ALL”, DVD from
PAL system, DVD-ROM, DVD+R, DVD-AUDIO, DVD-RW,
DVD+RW, CD-ROM, CDV, CVD, CD-G, CD-TEXT, SACD,
Photo-CD, Video CD.
„ DVD-Video
You can play discs with these symbols.
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
(see “Manual Clock Setting” on page 17).
• Keep these time changes in mind when pro gramming the unit for timer
recording.
„ Spring (First Sunday in April)
DST: ON ĺ Sets clock ahead one hour.
„ Autumn (Last Sunday in October)
DST: ON ĺ Turns clock back one hour.
• The producer of the material can control how DVD-Video is 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), 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-Video
High quality movie and
music discs
DVD-V
CD
Music and audio
recorded (including
CD-R/RW)
CD-R and CD-RW with
music recorded in MP3
(p. 53)
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.
„ Break off the tab to protect.
Record Tab
Screw driver
Cover the hole with
cellophane tape.
„ To record again.
Prevent Accidental Tape Era sure
„ Head Clog Sensor
During playback this screen appears if
clogging is detected. To clear message
from screen, press PLAY on the
Remote Control or unit.
VIDEO HEADS MAY
NEED CLEANING
PLEASE INSERT HEAD
CLEANING CASSETTE
OR REFER TO MANUAL
END:PLAY
Head Cleaning
Playing older or damaged tapes may eventually cause video heads
to become clogged.
• Use “dry” type head cleaning cassette only. (Part No. NV-TCL30PT is
recommended.)
• Follow cleaning tape directions carefully. Excessive use of head cleaning
tape can shorten the video head life.
Opening the rear cover.
Information (Unit, Cassette)
Information (Disc)
Press with your
finger
Closing the rear cover.
Slide into place.
• When the cover
comes off.