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ª Discs that can be played

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These indications show you the features you can use with the 
different types of discs.

≥Use discs with the above logos and that conform to 

specifications. The unit cannot play other discs correctly.

≥Do not use irregularly shaped discs (e.g. heart-shaped), as these 

can damage the unit.

≥It may not be possible to play CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R and DVD-

RAM in all cases due to the type of disc or condition of the 
recording.

ª Discs that cannot be played

PAL discs, DVD-ROM, DVD-Audio, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, 

iRW, 

DVD-RW, CVD, SVCD, SACD, Divx Video Discs and Photo CD, 
DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from their cartridge, and 2.6-
GB and 5.2-GB DVD-RAM, etc.

ª DVDs that can be played

You can play discs with these symbols.

ª Disc structure

Disc structure and the labels given to the items on discs depend on 
the disc type.
Track:

the smallest division on CDs and Video CDs, or a single 
MP3/WMA file.

Chapter: the smallest division on DVD-Video.
Group:

collections of tracks and equivalent to folders on data 
discs.

the largest division on DVD-Video, usually an entire 
movie.

Program: the division on DVD-RAM equivalent to a single 

recording.

Play list: the group of scenes on DVD-RAM.
Scene:

DVD-RAM program sections specified and grouped into 
play lists on a DVD video recorder.

ª DVD-RAM discs 

The DVD-RAM you can play on this unit are those recorded with 
DVD video recorders, DVD video cameras, personal computers, 
etc. using Version 1.1 of the Video Recording Format (a unified 
video recording standard).

≥Remove discs from their 

cartridges before use and return 
them when you are finished, 
making sure that the labels of the 
disc and cartridge face the same 
way.

≥Some parts of the disc, for 

example where one program 
ends and another begins, may 
not play smoothly.

ª DVD-R discs

Panasonic DVD-R discs recorded and finalized (a process that 
allows play on compatible equipment) on a Panasonic DVD video 
recorder or DVD video camera are played as DVD-Video on this 
unit.

ª CD-R and CD-RW discs

This unit can play CD-R/RW (audio recording disc) recorded with if 
CD-DA, video CD, MP3, or WMA. Close the session or finalize (a 
process that allows play on compatible equipment) after recording.

ª Playing DVDs and Video CDs

The producer of these discs can control how they are played so 
you may not always be able to control play as described in these 
operating instructions (for example if the play time is not displayed 
or if a Video CD has menus). Read the disc’s instructions carefully.

ª To clean discs

DVD-Video, Video CD, CD
Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

DVD-RAM, DVD-R
≥Clean with an optional DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner (LF-

K200DCA1, where available).

≥Never use cloths or cleaners for CDs etc.

ª Handling precautions

≥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 attach labels or stickers to discs. (Do not use discs with 

exposed adhesive from tape or left over peeled-off stickers.)

≥Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.
≥Do not use discs printed with label printers available on the 

market.

ª Region number supported by this player

Region numbers are allocated to DVD players and software 
according to where they are sold.
The region number of this player is “1”.
The player will play DVD-Video marked with labels containing “1” 
or “ALL”.
Examples:

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[RAM[
Shown as “DVD-VR” on 
the display

[DVD-V[

[VCD]

[CD] [CDtext]

—

[MP3] [WMA]

, etc.

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