Panasonic SC-DP1 - Manual (Page 5)

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Disc information
∫ Discs that can be played
≥Multiple-channel signals are down-mixed to stereo (2-channel). (To
enjoy multi-channel surround sound ➡ page 32)
≥Use discs with the above logos and that conform to specifications.
The unit cannot play other discs correctly.
≥Do not use irregularly shaped discs (e.g. heart-shaped), as these
can damage the unit.
∫ Discs that cannot be played
DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, iRW, DVD-RW, CVD, SACD,
Divx Video Discs, Photo CD and “Chaoji VCD” available on the
market including CVD, DVCD and SVCD that do not conform to
IEC62107.
∫ Disc structure
Disc structure and the labels given to the items on discs depend on
the disc type.
Track:
the smallest division on DVD-Audio, CDs, and Video CDs,
or a single WMA/MP3 file.
Chapter: the smallest division on DVD-Video.
Group:
collections of tracks on DVD-Audio and equivalent to
folders or albums on data discs.
Title: the largest division on DVD-Video, usually an entire
movie.
Program: the division on DVD-RAM equivalent to a single recording.
Picture: a single JPEG file.
Play list: the largest grouping on a HighMAT disc, or a group of
scenes on DVD-RAM
Scene: DVD-RAM program sections specified and grouped into
play lists on a DVD video recorder.
Content: covers tracks and pictures on HighMAT discs.
∫ Built-in decoders
This unit has Dolby Digital and DTS
decoders so you can enjoy these
systems in stereo without connecting a
separate decoder.
∫ HighMAT discs
This unit is compatible with HighMAT discs containing WMA, MP3,
and/or JPEG files.
∫ CD-R and CD-RW discs
This unit can play CD-R/RW (audio recording disc) recorded with
CD-DA, video CD, SVCD (conforming to IEC62107), WMA, MP3 or
JPEG. Close the sessions or finalize the disc after recording.
∫ DVD-R discs
Panasonic DVD-R recorded and finalized on a Panasonic DVD video
recorder are played as DVD-Video on this unit.
∫ DVD-RAM discs
DVD-RAM discs must meet the following conditions for this unit to be
able to play them.
≥Remove TYPE 2 and 4 discs from their cartridges before use, then
return them when you are finished, making sure that the labels of
the disc and cartridge face the same way.
≥Some parts of the disc, for example where one program ends and
another begins, may not play smoothly.
[Note]
It may not be possible to play CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R and DVD-RAM
in all cases due to the type of disc or condition of the recording.
∫ Video systems
This unit can play both the PAL and NTSC video systems. To view
PAL or NTSC, however, your television must match the system used
on the disc.
PAL discs cannot be correctly viewed on an NTSC television. NTSC
can be correctly viewed on a PAL television by converting the video
signal to PAL 60 (
➡ page 30, Video—NTSC Disc Output).
∫ To clean discs
DVD-Audio, DVD-Video, Video CD, CD
Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
DVD-RAM, DVD-R
≥Clean with an optional DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner (LF-K200DCA1,
where available).
≥Never use cloths or cleaners for CDs etc.
∫ Handling precautions
≥Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other writing
instrument.
≥Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static
electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.
≥Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. (Do not use discs with
exposed adhesive from tape or left over peeled-off stickers.)
≥Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.
≥Do not use discs printed with label printers available on the market.
Disc type Logo Indication used
in instructions
DVD-RAM [RAM]
DVD-Audio [DVD-A]
DVD-Video [DVD-V]
DVD-R
Video CD [VCD]
Including SVCD
(conforming to
IEC62107)
CD [CD]
Including CD text
CD-R/RW — [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]
Playing DVDs and Video CDs
The producer of these discs can control how they are played so
you may not always be able to control play as described in these
operating instructions (for example if the play time is not
displayed or if a Video CD has menus). Read the disc’s
instructions carefully.
Type ≥Non-cartridge discs
≥Discs that can be removed from their
cartridges (TYPE 2 and 4)
Capacity ≥12 cm 9.4 GB (double-sided) and 4.7 GB
(single-sided)
≥8 cm 2.8 GB (double-sided)
Recording
format Discs recorded with DVD video recorders, DVD
video cameras, personal computers, etc., using
Version 1.1 of the Video Recording Format (a
unified video recording standard).
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