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Terms
Aspect ratio
Aspect ratio refers to the length to height ratio of TV
screens. The ratio of a standard TV is 4:3, while the ratio
of a high-definition or wide TV is 16:9. The latter allows
you to enjoy a picture with a wider perspective.
CD TEXT
CD TEXT is a system in which text information is stored
on a CD. CD TEXT can be used to display the disc’s title,
the artist's name, and track titles as well as other
information. Additionally, this player uses the CD TEXT
already on the CD when the discs are updated in the
player.
Chapter number
Chapter numbers are the numbers assigned to sections
of a title on the disc, similar to chapters in a book. If the
disc includes chapter numbers, you can locate the
section you want very quickly using search and other
functions.
Component (color difference) video output
The color signal of the TV is divided into the luminance
(Y) signal and the color (P
B
and P
R
) signals and then
output. In this way mutual interference of each signal is
avoided. On a TV with component input jacks, these
signals are synthesized to produce the picture.
Condition memory
“Condition” refers to the various mode settings, etc. On
this player, various conditions, such as those set during
playback, can be memorized. This function allows you to
play back the same disc at any time without having to
redo your preferred settings.
Digital bitstream
The bitstream does not refer to the audio signal, but
rather to the digital data that, once converted, becomes
the audio signal. The player outputs digital bitstreams via
the digital optical or digital coaxial output. If the
bitstream cannot be decoded by the connected AV
amplifier etc., digital noise is produced. Digital bitstream
formats compatible with different entertainment
systems can be selected in the Setup screen
Audio 1
menu.
Digital output (Coaxial)
Output of the digital audio signal is transmitted
electronically using a coaxial cable. Because the signal
being transmitted is digital, connection must be made to
the coaxial digital input of another component. Noise will
be output if connected to the analog audio inputs as the
digital signal cannot be decoded.
Digital output (Optical)
Normally, audio is converted to an electric signal and
transmitted through an electric wire from the player to
the amplifier, etc. Changing this signal to a digital signal
and transmitting it through an fiber-optic cable is called
optical digital output. Similarly, optical digital input
receives digital signals from external units such as an AV
amplifier or receiver.
DNR (Digital Noise Reduction)
Digital noise reduction, in reference to video picture
quality, refers to the detection and removal of digital
artifacts, or errant video data, which appear as specks on
the screen. When the digital noise reduction function of
this player is on, some of this data can be detected and
kept from appearing on the screen.
Dolby Digital
Using a maximum of 5.1 channels of audio, this high
quality surround system (Surround Digital) is used in
many of the finer movie theaters around the world.
In order to enjoy Dolby Digital discs, this unit’s digital
output jack (either coaxial or optical) must be connected
to the digital input jack of an AV amplifier or Dolby Digital
decoder to enjoy the sound of Dolby Digital soundtracks.
DTS
DTS stands for Digital Theater System. DTS is a
surround system different from Dolby Digital that has
become a popular surround sound format for movies.
In order to enjoy the benefits of DTS encoded discs, the
digital output jack (either coaxial or optical) of this player
needs to be connected to an AV amplifier or receiver or
to a DTS decoder to be able to enjoy the surround sound
of DTS audio. DTS audio is not output from the analog
audio outputs.
Dynamic range
Dynamic range refers to the difference between the
maximum and minimum levels of the audio soundtrack
as measured in decibels (dB).
Compressing the dynamic range raises the minimum
signal level and lowers the maximum signal level. This
allows you to hear voices and other low level audio
signals clearly while lowering strong audio signals like
the sound of explosions.
Function Memory
Function Memory lets you make a shortcut list of up to
five regularly used settings from the Setup screen page.
By selecting a function from the Function Memory
window, the appropriate Setup screen menu and
function are automatically opened.
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