Panasonic PV-27DF5 Operating Instructions Manual

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7Getting Started* A process that allows play on compatible equipment. DVDs that can be playedYou can play discs with these symbols. Playing DVDsThe producer of these discs can control how they are played soyou may not always be able to control play as described in theseoperating instructions. Read the disc’s instructions carefully. CD-R and CD-RW discsThis unit can play CD-R and CD-RW if they are formatted as CD-DA (digital audio) and finalized*. DVD-R discsPanasonic DVD-R recorded and finalized* on a Panasonic DVDvideo recorder are played as DVD-Video on this unit.DVD-RAM discsDVD-RAM discs must meet the following conditions for this unitto be able to play them.• Some parts of the disc, for example where one program ends and anotherbegins, may not play smoothly.• Remove TYPE 2 and 4 discs from their cartridges before use, then returnthem when you are finished. Read the instructions for the disc carefully.Non-cartridge discTYPE 2 or 4 discType• Non-cartridge discs• Discs that can be removed from their cartridges (TYPE 2and 4)Capacity• 12 cm (5″) 9.4 GB (double-sided) and 4.7 GB (single-sided)• 8 cm (3″) 2.8 GB (double-sided)• The region number of this player is “1”.• The player will play DVD-Video marked with labels bearing “1” or “ALL”.1For U.S.A. and CanadaExample:ALL 241Disc HandlingThis unit is designed and manufac tured to respond to the RegionManagement Information that is recorded on a DVD disc. If theRegion number described on the DVD disc does not correspond tothe Region number of this unit, this unit cannot play this disc.Region Management InformationHandling precautions• Sticking a label on the disc may impair DVD-R playback.• Do not attach sticker to disc. (Do not usediscs with exposed adhesive from tape orleft over peeled-off stickers.)• Only hold disc by edges as shown at right.Fingerprints, dirt and scratches can causeskipping 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.• Do not try to close disc tray when disc is notproperly placed.Disc tray DiscIf disc is brought from a cold to a warm environment, moisturemay form on the discWipe away moisture with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth before usingdisc. (See above.)Improper disc storageDiscs can be damaged if stored or left in areas:• Exposed to direct sunlight.• That are humid or dusty.• Near heat (i.e. heater, radiator, etc.).With a soft, damp (water only) cloth, gently wipe from the centerhole to the outer edge as shown below. (Wiping in a circular patternwill scratch the surface.)To clean disc surface DVD-RAM, DVD-R :Clean only with DVD-RAM disc cleaner. Never use cloths orcleaners for CDs, etc.Information (MAIN MENU Screen)In the Main Menu display, only icons which can be selected appearnormally while those not available appear dark.Example:When the unit is used for the first time,the DVD icon is dark because it cannotbe selected in this condition (see right).However, when DVD is pressed to enterDVD mode, the DVD icon becomesselectable.MAIN MENULOCK LANGUAGETV CLOCK CHSELECT: SET:SETEND :ACTION