ReferenceVQT3C14115GlossaryAVCHDAVCHD is a new format (standard) for High Definition videocameras that can be used to record and play high-resolutionHD images.BD-JSome BD-Video discs contain Java applications, and theseapplications are called BD-J. You can enjoy variousinteractive features in addition to playing normal video.BitstreamThis 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 digitalelectronics easier and more convenient to use on a homenetwork.This unit works both as a server and a client: You can enjoythe 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 musicsaved on a DLNA Certified media server and PanasonicDLNA compatible recorders.Dolby DigitalThis is a method of coding digital signals developed byDolby Laboratories. Apart from stereo (2-channel) audio,these signals can also be multi-channel audio.Dolby Digital PlusMulti-channel audio and higher audio quality is madepossible using Dolby Digital Plus. BD-Video supports up to7.1 channel output.Dolby TrueHDDolby TrueHD is a very high quality audio format thatreproduces the studio master audio. BD-Video supports upto 7.1 channel output.Down-mixingThis is the process of remixing the multi-channel audiofound on some discs into fewer channels.DTS (Digital Theater Systems)This surround system is used in many movie theatres. Thereis good separation between the channels, so realistic soundeffects are possible.DTS-HDDTS-HD is a high-quality, sophisticated audio format used inmovie theatres. Previous DTS Digital Surround-compatibleequipment can play DTS-HD as DTS Digital Surround audio.BD-Video supports up to 7.1 channel output.Dynamic rangeDynamic range is the difference between the lowest level ofsound that can be heard above the noise of the equipmentand the highest level of sound before distortion occurs.Dynamic range compression means reducing the gapbetween the loudest and softest sounds. This means youcan listen at low volumes but still hear dialogue clearly.FinaliseA process that makes play of a recorded CD-R, CD-RW,DVD-R, etc. possible on equipment that can play suchmedia. 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 nolonger record or edit. However, finalised DVD-RW can beformatted for recording again.FormattingFormatting is the process of making media such asDVD-RAM recordable on recording equipment.You can format BD-RE, DVD-RAM, DVD-RW (only asDVD-Video format), +RW, SD cards and the HDD or unusedBD-R, +R and +R DL on this unit.Formatting permanently deletes all contents.Frames and fieldsFrames refer to the single images that constitute the videoyou see on your TV. Each frame consists of two fields.≥A frame still shows two fields, so there may be someblurring, but picture quality is generally better.≥A field still shows less picture information so it may berougher, but there is no blurring.HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)Unlike conventional connections, it transmits uncompresseddigital video and audio signals on a single cable. This unitsupports high-definition video output [720p (750p), 1080i(1125i), 1080p (1125p)] from HDMI AV OUT terminals. Toenjoy high-definition video a High Definition compatible TVis required.Frame Field Field