Panasonic PV 20D52 - Manual (Page 7)

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Definition of Terms
Angle
Some DVD discs feature scenes simultaneously
shot from different angles. The ANGLE button can be
used to view the scene from different angles. (ANGLE
Indicator lights up on the unit when a
scene recorded at different angles is detected.)
Chapter Number
Titles are subdivided into numbered sections. You can
quickly search for a favorite scene using these numbers.
DVD
A high-density optical disc on which high-quality
pictures and sound have been digitally recorded.
DVD incorporates new video compression
technology (MPEG II) and high-density recording
technology which allow entire movies to be
recorded with incredible playback quality.
Playback Control
With Video CD (version 2.0), scenes or information
may be selected for viewing or listening from an
interactive menu that appears on the TV screen.
Subtitles
Written dialogue which appears at the bottom of the screen.
Time Number
The elapsed play time from the start of a disc or title.
Use to quickly find scenes. (May not work with some discs.)
Title Number
For DVD discs with two or more titles, the title is
numbered as title 1, title 2, etc.
Track Number
Numbers assigned to tracks on Video CDs and CDs to
allow specific tracks to be quickly located.
Video CD
CD containing picture and sound with same quality
level as video tape. This unit also supports Video CDs
with playback control (version 2.0).
If disc is brought from a cold to a
warm environment, moisture may
form on the disc
Wipe away moisture with a soft, dry, lint-free
cloth before using disc. (See above.)
Improper disc storage
Discs could be damaged if stored or left in areas:
• exposed to direct sunlight.
• that are humid or dusty.
• near heat (i.e. heater, radiator, etc.).
Disc Handling
Disc formats supported by this unit
The unit can play back discs bearing any of the
following marks:
Discs which cannot be played with this unit
• DVD with Region No. other than “1” or “ALL”
• DVD of PAL system
• DVD-ROM
• DVD-R/DVD-RAM
• DVD-R/DVD-RAM • CD-ROM
• CDV • CD-G
• Do not try to play a Photo CD.
DVD
3” (8 cm) disc / 5” (12 cm) disc
Video CD
3” (8 cm) disc / 5” (12 cm) disc
CD
3” (8 cm) disc / 5” (12 cm) disc
is a registered trademark.
Handling precautions
• Only hold disc by edges as shown.
Fingerprints, dirt, and scratches
can cause skipping and distortion.
• Do not write on label
side of disc.
• Never use record
cleaning sprays, benzine,
thinner, static electricity
prevention liquids, or any
other solvent.
• Be careful not to drop or
bend disc.
• Do not place more than
1 disc on disc tray.
• Do not try to close disc
tray when disc is not
properly placed.
• Always store discs in
their proper cases
when not in use.
To clean disc surface
With a soft, damp (water only) cloth, gently wipe
from the center hole to the outer edge as shown
below. (Wiping in a circular pattern will scratch
the surface.)
Disc tray
Disc
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