Disc Handling; Handling Precautions; Which Should I Use, Dvd-Ram Or Dvd-R; Region Management Information - Panasonic OmniVision PV-DR2714 Operating Instructions Manual

Which should I use, DVD-RAM or DVD-R?

The following chart indicates the differences. Select based upon
what you require.
Re-writable
Edit
Play on other players
Recording broadcasts that allow
one copy
* 1 You can erase, enter name and change thumbnail. Available space does
not increase after erasing.
* Only on DVD-RAM compatible players.
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* 3 After finalizing the disc (pp. 65, 74).
* 5 CPRM (p. 74) compatible discs only.

Region Management Information

This unit is designed and manufactured to respond to the Region
Management Information that is recorded on a DVD disc. If the
Region number described on the DVD disc does not correspond to
the Region number of this unit, this unit cannot play this disc.
For U.S.A. and Canada
• The region number of this
player is "1".
• The player will play DVD-Video
marked with labels bearing "1"
or "ALL".
MP3
Tips for making MP3 discs
• Discs must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for
extended formats).
• Compatible compression rate:
between 32 kbps and 320 kbps
• Compatible sampling rate:
16 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 24 kHz, 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz
• Maximum number of tracks and groups recognizable: 999
tracks and 99 groups
• This unit is compatible with multi-session.
• This unit is not compatible with ID3 tags or packet writing.
• Depending on the recording, some items may not be playable.
• Reading or play of the disc may take time if there are a lot of
sessions.
• The display order may differ from how the order is displayed on
a computer.
Naming folders and files
• MP3 files must have the
extension ".MP3" or ".mp3".
• At the time of recording, give
folder and file names a 3-digit
numeric prefix in the order you
want them to play (this may not
work at times).
• English alphabets and Arabic
numerals are displayed
correctly. Other characters may
not be displayed correctly.
MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology
licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson
multimedia.
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DVD-RAM DVD-R
YES NO
YES YES *
1
YES * YES *
2 3
YES * NO
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Example:
1
1 ALL
2
4
Root
(folder=group)
001
001
(file=track)
001track.mp3
002track.mp3
003track.mp3
002 group
001track.mp3
003 group
002track.mp3
003track.mp3
004track.mp3
001track.mp3
002track.mp3
003track.mp3
Order of play
Maintenance
The precision parts in this unit are readily affected by the
environment, especially temperature, humidity, and dust.
Cigarette smoke 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.
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 the operating environment.
Read the lens cleaner's instructions carefully before use.

Disc Handling

How to hold a disc
Do not touch the recorded surface.
If there is dirt or condensation on the disc
•
RAM DVD-R
- Clean with an optional DVD-RAM/PD Disc cleaner
(LF-K200DCA1, where available).
- Do not use cleaners for CDs or cloths.
•
DVD-V DVD-A CD
Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

Handling precautions

• Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. (This may cause disc
warping and un-balanced rotation, rendering it unusable.)
• Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other
writing instrument.
• Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static
electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.
• Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.
• Do not use the following discs:
- Disc with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels
(rented discs, etc.).
- Discs that are badly warped or cracked.
- Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes.
• Do not place in the following areas:
- In direct sunlight.
- In very dusty or humid areas.
- Near a heater.