Sharp DV-RW2U - Manual (Page 7)

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About Discs
Types of Discs that Can Be
Played on This Recorder
• The following discs can be played back and recorded
with this recorder. Do not use an 8 cm (3") adapter (for
CDs).
• Since this recorder is compatible with the NTSC format,
use discs that contain the letters “NTSC” on the disc or
package.
• Use discs that are compatible with standards as
indicated by the presence of the following logo marks on
the disc label. Playback of discs not complying with these
standards is not guaranteed. In addition, image quality or
sound quality is not guaranteed even if such discs are
able to be played back.
■ Discs For Recording and Playback
*1 “Copy-once” satellite broadcasts and other programs
that can be recorded only once can be recorded.
*2 DVD-R/RW 8 cm (3") single-sided, single-layer discs can
only be used for recording in the Video mode. Some
discs of this type may not be able to be recorded.
■ Discs for Playback (Playback Only)
*3 This recorder has been designed on the premise of
playing back Audio CDs that comply with CD (Compact
Disc) standards. CDs containing a signal for the purpose
of protecting copyrights (copy control signal) may not be
able to be played back with this recorder.
DVD-RW
DVD-R
4.7
•Ver.1.1
•Ver.1.1
(CPRM
compatible) *1
Ver.2.0
Recording
Format
VR Mode
Video Mode
Video Mode
Contents of
Discs
Audio + Video
(Movie)
Size of Discs
12cm (5"), single-
sided/double-
sided, single
layer disc
8cm (3"), single-
sided, single
layer disc *2
Types of Discs
• DVD video players and discs have region numbers,
which dictate the regions in which a disc can be played.
The region number for this product is 1. (Discs marked
ALL will play in any player.)
• The specific playback functionality for some DVD discs is
determined by the disc manufacturer. Because this
recorder plays disc data in accordance with the disc
manufacturer’s guidelines, some functions may not be
available on some discs. Be sure to read the instructions
provided with the disc.
• The “Prohibited” indicator displayed on the TV
screen during this product operation indicates that such
manufacturer-imposed restrictions apply.
• If a menu screen or operating instructions are displayed
during playback of a disc, follow the displayed operating
procedure.
Discs that Cannot be Played
■ The following discs are unable to be played back or
are not played back properly on this recorder. If such
a disc is mistakenly played back, the speakers may
be damaged due to the large volume. Never attempt
to play back such discs.
■ The following DVD video discs cannot be played.
• Discs not containing “1” or “ALL” for the region number
(Discs sold outside the authorized marketing area). *1
• Discs recorded on PAL or SECAM format. *2
• Discs produced illegally.
• Discs recorded for commercial use
*1The region number for this product is 1.
*2This recorder is compatible with the NTSC format. Make
sure to check the format of the disc before purchasing.
■ The following CD-R/CD-RW discs cannot be played.
• Discs on which data has not been recorded cannot be
played back.
• Discs recorded in a format other than a Video CD/
Audio CD and MP3 file format cannot be played back. *3
• Discs may not be able to be played back depending
on their recording status or the status of the disc itself.
• Discs may not be able to be played back depending
on their compatibility with this recorder.
• Discs may not be able to be played back depending
on the recorder used for recording.
• Non-finalized discs cannot be played back.
CDG, Photo CD, CD-ROM, CD-TEXT, CD-EXTRA, SVCD,
SACD, PD, CDV, DVD-ROM, DVD-RAM, +RW, DVD-Audio
DVD Video Region
number
1 ALL
Recording
Format
Video format
Video CD
format
Audio CD
(CD-DA)
format
Audio CD
(CD-DA)
format
MP3 file
format
Video CD
format
Contents of
Discs
Audio + Video
(Movie)
Audio + Video
(Movie)
Audio
Audio
Audio + Video
(Movie)
Size of Discs
12cm (5")
8cm (3")
Types of Discs
Video CD
Audio CD *3
CD-R/CD-RW
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