13RQT8856Basic OperationsRefer to “Advanced Playback” (➔ 28) for detail information.Preparation:• Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit theconnections to this unit.Playing DiscsRAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW DVD-V -RW(VR) VCD CDto turn the unit on.to open the tray (Button located on front of the unit).Insert a disc.–– The tray closes and play begins.Stopping PlayPress [g STOP].– The stopped position ismemorized (Resume playfunction).– The stopped position is clearedwhen you press [g STOP]several times.Pausing PlayPress [h PAUSE].– Press again to restart play.Menu Screens on the TVDVD-V VCDGenerally, menu screens that appear on the TV may be navigated as follows:e. g.,PlayChapter ListAudio TracksSubtitlesTrailerDVD TOP MENUDVD-Ve, r, w, q to select an item, thenYou can sometimes use the numbered buttons to select an item.VCDPress the numbered buttons to select an item.e. g., “5”: ➔ “15”: ➔TipsIcons such as “ RAM ” indicate usablediscs. Refer to pages 58 and 59.To return to the menu screenDVD-V Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].VCD Press [RETURN].NotesRAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW-RW(VR)Playback starts from the most recenttitle.DVD-V VCD CDPlayback starts from the beginning ofthe disc.Depending on the disc type, playingmay automatically start without pressing[q PLAY].The unit takes some time to read thedisc before play starts.Discs continue to rotate while menus aredisplayed. Press [g STOP] when youfinish to preserve the unit’s motor andyour television screen.If “5” appears on the TV, the operation isprohibited by the unit or disc.•••••••PlaybackBasic Operations