Glossary - Panasonic DMR-BWT800 Operating Instructions Manual

Glossary

AVCHD
AVCHD is a new format (standard) for High Definition video
cameras that can be used to record and play high-resolution
HD images.
BD-J
Some BD-Video discs contain Java applications, and these
applications are called BD-J. You can enjoy various
interactive features in addition to playing normal video.
Bitstream
This is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g.,
5.1 channel) before it is decoded into its various channels.
DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)
DLNA is a standard that makes DLNA Certified digital
electronics easier and more convenient to use on a home
network.
This unit works both as a server and a client: You can enjoy
the video and photos saved on the HDD of this unit on DLNA
(Client) compatible equipment connected via a network.
Additionally, You can enjoy viewing video, photos and music
saved on a DLNA Certified media server and Panasonic
DLNA compatible recorders.
Dolby Digital
This is a method of coding digital signals developed by
Dolby Laboratories. Apart from stereo (2-channel) audio,
these signals can also be multi-channel audio.
Dolby Digital Plus
Multi-channel audio and higher audio quality is made
possible using Dolby Digital Plus. BD-Video supports up to
7.1 channel output.
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby TrueHD is a very high quality audio format that
reproduces the studio master audio. BD-Video supports up
to 7.1 channel output.
Down-mixing
This is the process of remixing the multi-channel audio
found on some discs into fewer channels.
DTS (Digital Theater Systems)
This surround system is used in many movie theatres. There
is good separation between the channels, so realistic sound
effects are possible.
DTS-HD
DTS-HD is a high-quality, sophisticated audio format used in
movie theatres. Previous DTS Digital Surround-compatible
equipment can play DTS-HD as DTS Digital Surround audio.
BD-Video supports up to 7.1 channel output.
Dynamic range
Dynamic range is the difference between the lowest level of
sound that can be heard above the noise of the equipment
and the highest level of sound before distortion occurs.
Dynamic range compression means reducing the gap
between the loudest and softest sounds. This means you
can listen at low volumes but still hear dialogue clearly.
Finalise
A process that makes play of a recorded CD-R, CD-RW,
DVD-R, etc. possible on equipment that can play such
media. You can finalise BD-R, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW
(DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL on this unit.
After finalising, the disc becomes play-only and you can no
longer record or edit. However, finalised DVD-RW can be
formatted for recording again.
Formatting
Formatting is the process of making media such as
DVD-RAM recordable on recording equipment.
You can format BD-RE, DVD-RAM, DVD-RW (only as
DVD-Video format), +RW, SD cards and the HDD or unused
BD-R, +R and +R DL on this unit.
Formatting permanently deletes all contents.
Frames and fields
Frames refer to the single images that constitute the video
you see on your TV. Each frame consists of two fields.
Frame Field
≥A frame still shows two fields, so there may be some
blurring, but picture quality is generally better.
≥A field still shows less picture information so it may be
rougher, but there is no blurring.
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)
Unlike conventional connections, it transmits uncompressed
digital video and audio signals on a single cable. This unit
supports high-definition video output [720p (750p), 1080i
(1125i), 1080p (1125p)] from HDMI AV OUT terminals. To
enjoy high-definition video a High Definition compatible TV
is required.
Field
115
VQT3C14