The unit can play back discs bearing any of the following marks:
Disc Handling
Handling precautions
� Only hold disc by edges as shown. Fingerprints, dirt, and scratches can cause skipping and distortion. � Do not write on label side of disc. � Never use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static electricity prevention liquids, or any other solvent. � Be careful not to drop or bend disc. � Do not place more than 1 disc on disc tray. � Do not try to close disc tray when disc is not properly placed. � Always store discs in their proper cases Disc tray when not in use. Disc
3� (8 cm) disc / 5� (12 cm) disc
Video CD
3� (8 cm) disc / 5� (12 cm) disc
CD
3� (8 cm) disc / 5� (12 cm) disc
Discs which cannot be played with this unit
� DVD with Region No. other than �1� or �ALL� � DVD of PAL system � DVD-ROM � DVD-R/DVD-RAM � DVD-R/DVD-RAM � CD-ROM � CDV � CD-G � Do not try to play a Photo CD.
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Definition of Terms
Angle
Some DVD discs feature scenes simultaneously shot from different angles. The ANGLE button can be used to view the scene from different angles. (ANGLE Indicator lights up on the unit when a scene recorded at different angles is detected.)
To clean disc surface
With a soft, damp (water only) cloth, gently wipe from the center hole to the outer edge as shown below. (Wiping in a circular pattern will scratch the surface.)
Chapter Number
Titles are subdivided into numbered sections. You can quickly search for a favorite scene using these numbers.
DVD
A high-density optical disc on which high-quality pictures and sound have been digitally recorded. DVD incorporates new video compression technology (MPEG II) and high-density recording technology which allow entire movies to be recorded with incredible playback quality.
Playback Control
With Video CD (version 2.0), scenes or information may be selected for viewing or listening from an interactive menu that appears on the TV screen.
If disc is brought from a cold to a warm environment, moisture may form on the disc
Wipe away moisture with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth before using disc. (See above.)
Subtitles
Written dialogue which appears at the bottom of the screen.
Improper disc storage
Discs could be damaged if stored or left in areas: � exposed to direct sunlight. � that are humid or dusty. � near heat (i.e. heater, radiator, etc.).
Time Number
The elapsed play time from the start of a disc or title. Use to quickly find scenes. (May not work with some discs.)
Title Number
For DVD discs with two or more titles, the title is numbered as title 1, title 2, etc.
Track Number
Numbers assigned to tracks on Video CDs and CDs to allow specific tracks to be quickly located.
Video CD
CD containing picture and sound with same quality level as video tape. This unit also supports Video CDs with playback control (version 2.0).
