Disc Information - Panasonic SA-HT880GC Service Manual

8.2.

Disc information

Discs that can be played
Disc Logo
DVD-RAM
DVD-Audio
DVD-Video
DVD-R
(DVD-Video)/
DVD-RW
(DVD-Video)
+
R (Video)/
—
+
RW (Video)
Video CD
SVCD
CD
CD-R
—
CD-RW
A process that allows play on compatible equipment.
It may not be possible to play the above discs in all cases due to the type of disc or condition of the recording.
Discs that cannot be played
DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, SACD, DivX Video Discs and
Photo CD, DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from their cartridge,
2.6-GB and 5.2-GB DVD-RAM and "Chaoji VCD" available on the
market including CVD, DVCD and SVCD that do not conform to
IEC62107.
Audio format of DVD' s
This unit automatically recognizes
and decodes discs with these
symbols.
Video systems
– This unit can play PAL and NTSC, but your television must match
the system used on the disc.
– PAL discs cannot be correctly viewed on an NTSC television.
– This unit can convert NTSC signals to PAL 60 for viewing on a PAL
television.
Indication in
these operating
instructions
Recorded with devices using Version 1.1 of the Video Recording Format (a
RAM
unified video recording standard), such as DVD video recorders, DVD video
cameras, personal computers, etc.
Recorded using the DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) standard Version 1.0.
JPEG
To play JPEG files, select "Play as Data Disc" in Other Menu.
—
DVD-A
Some DVD-Audio discs contain DVD-Video content.
DVD-V
To play DVD-Video content, select "Play as DVD-Video" in Other Menu.
—
Discs recorded and finalized on DVD video recorders or DVD video cameras.
DVD-V
Discs recorded and finalized on DVD video recorders or DVD video cameras.
—
VCD
Conforming to IEC62107
This unit is compatible with HDCD, but does not support the Peak Extend
function (a function which expands the dynamic range of high level signals).
CD
HDCD-encoded CD's sound better because they are encoded with 20 bits, as
compared with 16 bits for all other CD's.
This unit can play CD-R/RW (audio recording disc) recorded with the formats
WMA on the left. Close the sessions or finalize the disc after recording.
HighMAT discs
MP3
WMA, MP3 or JPEG files only.
JPEG
To play without using the HighMAT function, select "Play as Data Disc" in Other
CD
Menu.
VCD
This unit does not support Multiple Bit Rate (MBR: a file that contains the
WMA
same content encoded at several different bit rates).
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Remarks
To clean discs
Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
Disc handling precautions
Do not attach labels or stickers to discs (This may cause disc
warping, 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:
– Discs 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.
SA-HT880GC / SA-HT880GCS / SA-HT880GS