Disc Care And Handling - Rotel RDV-1050 Owner's Manual

DVD-RAM discs created using a personal
computer and which do not comply with
the video recording standard cannot be
played back.
DVD-RAM and DVD-RW discs that com-
ply with the CPRM, and on which material
that may be copied only once is recorded,
cannot be played back. (CPRM is a picture
source encryption technology developed to
protect copyrights.)
When playing back a DVD-RAM disc of
type 2 or type 4, first remove the disc from
the cartridge and place it in the disc tray.
Take care not to scratch the disc or let it get
dirty. After playing back the disc, be sure
to return it to its cartridge. (See the instruc-
tions supplied with the disc.)
DVD Video Disc Region Codes
All DVD players and DVD discs have a Region
Code number. The US version of the RDV-1050
can play DVD discs whose Region Code num-
bers include the number "1". The European
version can play DVD discs whose region codes
include the number "2". The region code for
your unit is indicated on the region code sym-
bol on the rear panel.
Examples of playable DVD discs for a unit with
Region Code "1"
Examples of playable DVD discs for a unit with
Region Code "2"
NOTE: With some DVD and Video CD discs,
you may not be able to control them accord-
ing to the instructions described in this
manual, because of the contents of the disc.
The European version of the RDV-1050 ac-
commodates the PAL system, and also can play
back discs recorded with the NTSC system if
its Region Code numbers include "2." Note
that the NTSC video signal on a disc is con-
verted to a PAL signal and output.
The US version of the RDV-1050 accommo-
dates the NTSC system, and also can play back
discs recorded with the PAL system if its Re-
gion Code numbers include "1." Note that the
PAL video signal on a disc is converted to a
NTSC signal and output.
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Unplayable Discs
The RDV-1050 does not play back discs listed
below. If you try to play back these
discs, noise may generate causing
damage to speakers.
• 2.6GB/5.2GB DVD-RAM, cartridge type
1 DVD-RAM, version 1.0 DVD-RW (re-
corded only in the VR format), DVD-ROM,
CD-ROM, PHOTO CD, SACD
In addition, the RDV-1050 does not play:
• Unfinalized discs
• Discs of irregular shape or discs with tape,
seals or adhesives on either the label side
or playback side. Playing back these
discs may damage the RDV-1050.
Digital Audio Formats
The RDV-1050 supports the following digital
audio formats (see the Glossary for descrip-
tions of each audio format):
Linear PCM, MPEG Multichannel, Dolby Digi-
tal, DTS (Digital Theater Systems)
NOTE: Depending on the Digital Audio
Output setting of the RDV-1050, digital au-
dio signals may not be output as they are
recorded on the disc. See Digital Audio
Output section of this manual for details.
Notes on Discs
• With some DVD VIDEO discs, the RDV-1050
starts playback automatically after insert-
ing the disc.
• The image may be sometimes poor or noisy
due to defects in the disc itself.
• With some discs, operations described in
this manual may not be possible.

Disc Care and Handling

Proper handling and storage of discs is very
important. If a disc gets dirty, dusty, scratched
or warped, playback, sound and picture will
be adversely affected.
Handling
• To avoid damage do not touch the surface
of the disc.
• Do not apply labels or use any adhesive
on either the label side or playback side.
Storing discs
• Keep discs in their cases. If discs are piled
on top of one another without their protective
cases, they can be damaged.
• Do not put discs where they may be exposed
to direct sunlight, or high temperatures or
humidity. Avoid leaving discs in a car!
Cleaning discs
• Wipe with a soft dry cloth, moving from the
center outwards. If a disc is difficult to clean,
wipe with a cloth moistened with water.
• Never use record cleaners, petrol, alcohol
or any anti-static agents.
NOTES ON COPYRIGHT: Check the
copyright laws in your country before re-
cording from DVD VIDEO, SVCD, Video
CD, Audio CD, MP3, WMA and JPEG
discs. Recording of copyrighted material
may infringe copyright laws.
This product incorporates copyright pro-
tection technology that is protected by
method claims of certain U.S. patents and
other intellectual property rights owned by
Macrovision Corporation and other rights
owners. Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authorized by
Macrovision Corporation, and is intended
for home and other limited viewing uses
only unless otherwise authorized by
Macrovision Corporation.
Reverse engineering or disassembly is
prohibited.
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