PANASONIC PVD4734S
Owner's Manual

DECK & Cassette Information
Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure
Break off the tab to prevent recording.
Record Tab Screw driver

DVD-RAM discs
DVD-RAM discs must meet the following conditions for this unit to be able to play them.

Type Capacity

To record again
Cover the hole with cellophane tape.

� Non-cartridge discs � Discs that can be removed from their cartridges (TYPE 2 and 4) � 12 cm (5�) 9.4 GB (double-sided) and 4.7 GB (single-sided) � 8 cm (3�) 2.8 GB (double-sided)

Built-in Head Cleaner

� Remove TYPE 2 and 4 discs from their cartridges before use, then return them when you are finished. Read the instructions for the disc carefully.

A clean video head helps produce a clear picture. So, we have equipped your DECK with a built-in, nonchemical head cleaning system that helps prevent clogging of the video heads. Cleaning is performed each time you load or unload a video cassette. � This feature is preventative only, If your video heads are seriously clogged, consider the use of a chemical non-abrasive head cleaning kit or take � Some parts of the disc, for example where one program your DECK to a Servicenter. ends and another begins, may not play smoothly.

Disc formats supported by this DECK
DECK can play back discs bearing any of the following marks: Logo Disc type DVD-RAM (Version 1.1 of the Video Recording Format a unified video recording standard) DVD (DVD-Video) DVD-R (DVD-Video formatted discs [finalized]) CD (CD-DA) CD-R/CD-RW � CD-DA format � MP3/JPEG file and finalized.* [Discs Played 8cm (3") or 12cm (5")] *A process that allows play on compatible equipment.

Disc Handling
Handling precautions
� Sticking a label on the disc may impair DVD-R playback. � Do not attach sticker to discs. (Do not use discs with exposed adhesive from tape or left over peeled-off stickers.) � Only hold disc by edges as shown below. Fingerprints, dirt and scratches can cause skipping and distortion. � Do not write on label side of disc. � Never use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, Disc tray static electricity prevention liquids, or any other solvent. Disc

� Do not try to close disc tray when disc is not properly placed.

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.) � DVD-RAM, DVD-R : Clean only with the DVD-RAM disc cleaner available. Never use cloths or cleaners for CDs etc.

Discs which cannot be played
� DVD with Region No. other than �1� or �ALL� � PAL discs, DVD-ROM, DVD-Audio, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, CVD, SVCD, SACD, CD-TEXT, Divx Video Disc, Photo-CD and Video CD

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.)

Notes
� Do not use irregularly shaped discs (e.g. heartshaped), as these can damage the unit. � It may not be possible to play CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R and DVD-RAM in all cases due to the type of disc or condition of the recording.

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.).

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