76 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfoQ & AQuestion AnswerI want to enjoy 5.1 Ch surround sound of Dolbydigital, DST, etc. What equipment do I need?• A This unit alone is not enough. You will need 6 speakers and, if a digital connection, an ampequipped with Dolby digital or DST recorder. (DVD playback only)Can I play DVD-Video, DVD-Audio and VideoCDs purchased abroad?• You can play them if the video standard is NTSC.• A Only if the regional code includes “ALL” or “1”. Check the package.Can a DVD-Video that does not have a regionnumber be played?• The DVD-Video region number indicates the disc conforms to a standard. You cannot play discs thatdo not have a region number.Can I use DVD-R and DVD-RW in this unit? • A Only a DVD-R that has been finalized can be used. DVD-RW cannot be used.• This unit also record and plays 1×-4× recording speed DVD-R discs.Can I use CD-R and CD-RW in this unit? • A CD-R and CD-RW recorded with finalized MP3 music will play. However, this unit does not allowCD-R and CD-RW recording.Can I record from a video or outside DVDsource?• A Most video tape and DVD titles on the market are copy protected. In this case, recording is notpossible.Can I play DVD-Rs recorded on this unit onother machines?• A Once a DVD-R recorded on this unit is finalized, it can be played on other DVD-R compatiblemachines. (It is not guaranteed to work with all machines.) It may not play depending on recordingconditions.Can I record digital audio signals on this unit? • This is not possible.How many times can I rewrite a DVD-RAM? • A This varies based on conditions of usage, but they can be rewritten up to about 100 000 times.Can I record from a commercially purchasedvideo cassette or DVD?• Most commercially sold video cassettes and DVD are copy protected; therefore, recording is usuallynot possible.Can a digital audio signal during DVD playbackbe recorded to other equipment?• You can record if using the PCM signal. When recording DVD, change the “Digital Audio Output”settings to the following from the SETUP menu.- PCM Down Conversion: On- Dolby Digital: PCM- DTS: PCMHowever, only- As long as digital recording from the disc is permitted.- As long as the recording equipment is compatible with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz.You cannot record MP3 signals.The precision parts in this unit are readily affected by the environment, especially temperature, humidity, and dust. Cigarettesmoke also can cause malfunction or breakdown.To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.• Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.• Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions for the cloth carefully.• Use eyeglass cleaner to remove stubborn dirt from the LCD.Observe the following points to ensure continued listening and viewing pleasure.Dust and dirt may adhere to the unit’s lenses over time, possibly making it impossible to record or play discs.Use the recommended DVD-RAM/PD Lens cleaner (LF-K123LCA1) about once every year, depending on frequency of use and theoperating environment.Read the lens cleaner’s instructions carefully before use.MaintenanceCAUTION :If water or other liquid enters the monitor through the display panel surface, a malfunction may occur.