Panasonic LQ-MD800P - Manual (Page 7)

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Features
This unit allows recording of high quality video on
DVD-RAM, the compact and durable digital media
with fast random access. This media also
outperforms past tape formats in ease of
operation.
Exceptional sound and picture quality
when recording
Audio is recorded using Dolby Digital stereo, enabling
high quality sound recordings. When recording in XP/SP
mode it is possible to use LPCM (2 channel) to achieve
sound recordings of even higher quality.
The MPEG2 encoder system used for recording is called
“Hybrid VBR” and allows high quality recordings.
Maximum 8 hours on DVD-RAM
Using a double sided, 9.4 GB DVD-RAM allows you to
record a maximum of 8 hours (4 hours continuously).
Progressive Scan (see page 13)
By connecting the component video terminals of this unit
to a progressive scan monitor television, it is possible to
watch the high quality picture rendered by the
progressive scan function.
External control function (see page 14)
This unit has USB, RS-232C, and PAUSE REMOTE
terminals to enable remote control from computers or
other equipment. Using USB or RS-232C allows you to
enter program titles.
NTSC/PAL switchable (see page 35)
You can play or record NTSC or PAL by changing the
settings in TV System in the SETUP menu.
Fast access to the program you want to
watch
(see page 25)
Use the SEARCH PROGRAM to find a program you
have recorded and start play.
The MENU window shows you most of
the features you can use
(see page 22)
The MENU window has most of the features and
functions you are likely to use regularly. Just select the
icon for the operation you want to perform.
Editing your recording
(see pages 27 and 28)
You can divide and erase programs.
Use play lists to select scenes you need and rearrange
them to play in any order you like.
Make DVD-Video (see page 24)
Finalizing a DVD-R that has been recorded on produces
a DVD-Video in accordance with DVD-Video standards.
Small and light
The unit’s dimensions are 8-7/16˝(w) x 4-1/32˝(h) x 14-
3/8˝(d) (214 (W) x 102 (H) x 365 (D) mm) and it weighs
only 10.14 lbs (4.6 kg).
RAM
DVD-R RAM
Accessories
Standard accessories
Power cord x 1 For USA, Canada (LQ-MD800P)
x 2 For Europe (LQ-MD800E)
Emergency ejection pin x 1
Optional accessories
Part numbers are current as of December 2003. They may
change without notice.
DVD-RAM discs
• 9.4 GB, double-sided, type 4 cartridge:
LM-AD240U (For USA and Canada)
LM-AD240E (For Europe)
• 4.7 GB, single-sided, type 2 cartridge:
LM-AB120U (For USA and Canada)
LM-AB120E (For Europe)
• 4.7 GB, single-sided, non-cartridge:
LM-AF120U (For USA and Canada)
LM-AF120E (For Europe)
DVD-R discs
• 4.7 GB, single-sided, non-cartridge:
LM-RF120U (For USA and Canada)
LM-RF120E (For Europe)
DVD-RAM/PD Disc cleaner: LF-K200DCA1
DVD-RAM/PD Lens cleaner: LF-K123LCA1