59RQT6981ReferenceSpecificationsRecording system: DVD video recording standards(DVD-RAM),DVD video standards (DVD-R)Optical pick-up: System with 1 lens, 2 integrationunits (662 nm wavelength for DVDs,790 nm wavelength for CDs)Recordable discs: 12 cm (5q) 4.7 GB DVD-RAM discs12 cm (5q) 9.4 GB DVD-RAM discs8 cm (3q) 2.8 GB DVD-RAM discs12 cm (5q) 4.7 GB DVD-R discs8 cm (3q) 1.4 GB DVD-R discs(for General Ver. 2.0)Recording time: Max. 6 hours (using 4.7 GB disc)XP: 60 minutesSP: 120 minutesLP: 240 minutesEP: 360 minutesDiscs played: 12 cm (5q) 4.7 GB DVD-RAM discs12 cm (5q) 9.4 GB DVD-RAM discs8 cm (3q) 2.8 GB DVD-RAM discs12 cm (5q) 4.7 GB DVD-R discs8 cm (3q) 1.4 GB DVD-R discs(for General Ver. 2.0)DVD-VIDEO discsCD-Audio discs (CD-DA)Video CD discsDVD-AUDIO discsCD-R/CD-RW discs(CD-DA, Video CD, MP3 formatteddiscs)PC card slot: PC Card Type IICompatible media: A PC Card adaptor conforming to PC CardStandards, ATA Flash PC card, PC Cardadaptor (SD Memory Card, Multi MediaCard, Compact Flash, Smart Media, Mem-ory Stick, xD picture card, Micro drive)Format: FAT12 or FAT16Image format: JPEG conforming to DCF (Design rule forCamera File system)(sub sampling; 4:2:2 or 4:2:0)TIFF (Uncompressed RGB chunky)DPOF CompatibleNumber of pixels: 320 a 240 to 6144 a 4096Thawing time: Approx. 7 sec. (2 M pixels, JPEG)Video systemTV system: NTSC system, 525 lines, 60 fieldsRecording system: MPEG2 (Hybrid VBR)Input: LINE (pin jack)a3, 1.0 Vp-p; 75 ≠S connectora3 Y: 1.0 Vp-p; 75 ≠C: 0.286 Vp-p; 75 ≠Output: LINE (pin jack)a2, 1.0 Vp-p; 75 ≠S connectora2 Y: 1.0 Vp-p; 75 ≠C: 0.286 Vp-p; 75 ≠Component video output (480P/480i):Y: 1.0 Vp-p; 75 ≠P B : 0.7 Vp-p; 75 ≠P R : 0.7 Vp-p; 75 ≠Antenna reception input:TV Channel: 2ch–69ch, 75 ≠CATV Channel: 1ch–125ch, 75 ≠Audio systemRecording system: Dolby Digital (XP/SP/LP/EP)LINEAR PCM (XP mode only)Input: LINE (pin jack)a3Reference input: 309 mVrmsFS: 2 Vrms (1 kHz, 0 dB)Input impedance: 47 k≠Output: LINE (pin jack)a2Reference output: 309 mVrmsFS: 2 Vrms (1 kHz, 0 dB)Output impedance: 1 k≠(Load impedance: 10 k≠)Number of channels: Recording: 2 channelsPlayback: 2 channelsOther input/output connectors:Digital audio optical output connector(PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS)Operating temperature range:5 oC–40 oC (41 oF–104 oF)Operating humidity range:10 %–80 % RH (no condensation)Clock unit: Quartz-controlled 12-hour digital dis-playLASER SpecificationClass I LASER ProductWave length: 775–815 nm 655–666 nmLaser power: No hazardous radiation is emitted withthe safety protectionDV input: IEEE 1394 Standard, 4 pinPower supply: AC 120 V, 60 HzPower consumption: 28 WDimensions: Approx. 430 (W)k79 (H)k283 (D) mm[Approx.1615/16q(W)k31/ 8q(H)k113/16q(D)](excluding protrusions)Mass: Approx. 3.9 kg (8.58 lbs)[Note]Specifications are subject to change without notice.Mass and dimensions are approximate.1. Damage requiring service—The unit should be serviced byqualified service personnel if:(a)The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has been damaged;or(b)Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or(c)The unit has been exposed to rain; or(d)The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a markedchange in performance; or(e)The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.2. Servicing—Do not attempt to service the unit beyond thatdescribed in these operating instructions. Refer all other servic-ing to authorized servicing personnel.3. Replacement parts—When parts need replacing ensure theservicer uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts thathave the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorizedsubstitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.4. Safety check—After repairs or service, ask the servicer to per-form safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper workingcondition.For product information or assistance with product operation:In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at1-800-211-7262, or e-mail consumerproducts@panasonic.com,or the website (http://www.panasonic.com).In Canada, contact the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer CareCentre at 1-800-561-5505, or visit the website(www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to you.Power consumption in standby mode: approx. 3.2 WProduct ServiceProduct information