Panasonic Diga DMR-EZ17 Operating Instructions Manual

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53RQT8850ReferencePlay-only DiscsDisc type Standard symbol UsesDVD-VideoDVD-V High quality movie and music discsDVD-RW(DVD VideoRecordingformat)-RW(VR)DVD-RW video recorded onanother DVD recorder*You can play programs that allow“One time only recording” if theyhave been recorded to a CPRMcompatible disc.By formatting (➔ 28) the disc,you can record to it in DVD-Videoformat.It may be necessary to finalizethe disc on the equipment usedfor recording.•••Audio CDCDRecorded audio and music(including CD-R/RW*)CD-R* and CD-RW* with musicrecorded in MP3 (➔ 54)Still pictures (JPEG) recorded onCD-R/RW*•••Discs that Cannot be Played2.6/5.2 GB DVD-RAM, 12 cm (5˝)3.95/4.7 GB DVD-R for AuthoringDVD-R recorded in DVD Video Recording formatDVD-R (DVD-Video format), DVD-R DL, DVD-RW(DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL recorded on anotherunit and not finalized (➔ 66)PAL discsDVD-Video with a region number other than “1” or“ALL”Blu-ray, HD DVDDVD-AudioVideo CDDVD-ROM, +R 8 cm (3˝), CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G,Photo CD, CVD, SVCD, SACD, MV-Disc, PD, DivXVideo Disc, etc.NotesNote about using a DualDisc:The digital audio content side of a DualDisc does not meet thetechnical specifications of the Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA)format so play may not be possible.••••••••••* Play may be impossible on some DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format), CD-R or CD-RW discs due to the condition of the recording.You can play still pictures (JPEG), CD-DA and MP3 format data recorded on CD-R/RW. Close the session or finalize the disc after recording.The producer of the disc can control how discs are played. So you may not always be able to control play as described in these operatinginstructions. Read the disc’s instructions carefully.Inserting Discsto open the tray.Insert a disc.–Insert label-up.to close the tray.NotesWhen using 8 cm (3˝ ) DVD-RAM or8 cm (3˝ ) DVD-R, remove the disc fromthe cartridge.It is not possible to record or playcontinuously from one side of a doublesided disc to the other. You will need toeject the disc and turn it over.••Disc Care••RAM Use cartridges to protect them from scratches and dirt.Holding a discHandle discs by the edges to avoid inadvertently scratching or gettingoil from your fingers on the disc. Do not touch the signal surface ofdiscs (the shiny side).Cleaning discsDiscs are not indestructible and occasionally dirt or condensationmay appear. Clean by gently wiping with a soft, dry lint-free cloth in astraight line from the center of the disc to the edge of the disc.Return discs to their cases when not in use; this helps to protectagainst scratches and dirt.Storing discsDo not place or store discs in the following locations:Direct sunlightVery dusty or humid areasNear a heat sourcePlaces that undergo extreme shifts in temperature (condensation canoccur)Where static electricity or electromagnetic waves occurDiscs to avoidDiscs that are not perfectly circular in shapeWarped discs, which may not balance properly in your unit, causingimproper operation or damage to the unitCracked discsDiscs with exposed adhesive (from removed stickers or labels, suchas may occur with rental discs or improperly cared-for discs that werepreviously labeled or re-labeled)•••••••••