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Function setup
Picture Mode
There are two types of source content in pictures re-
corded in DVD video discs: film content (pictures re-
corded from films at 24 frames per second) and video
content (video signals recorded at 30 frames per sec-
ond). Make this selection according to the type of content
being viewed.
Auto:
Select this position normally.
The DVD player automatically detects
source content, film or video, of playback
source, and converts that signal in the
progressive output format in an appropri-
ate method.
Film:
The DVD player converts film content
pictures in the progressive output format
appropriately. Suitable for playback of
film content pictures. The progressive
output feature will be most effective under
this selection.
Video:
The DVD player filters video signal, and
converts it in the progressive output format
appropriately.
Suitable for playback of video content
pictures.
Note:
Depending on the disc, pictures may be cut off or doubled.
In this case, select “Video”.
DRC
/Setup/Return
On
On:
Loud sound such as explosion or similar
is toned down slightly when played back.
This makes it suitable for when it is con-
nected to a stereo.
Off:
It plays back at the recording level on the
disc.
Notes:
• This function works only during playback of Dolby Digital
recorded discs.
• The level of Dynamic Range Reduction may differ
depending on DVD video disc.
DRC
DRC (Dynamic Range Control) enables you to control
the dynamic range so as to achieve a suitable sound for
your equipment.
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