Sony DVP-CX850D User Manual

CD/DVD Player

3-867-529-31(1)

Operating Instructions

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DVD CD

DVP-CX850D

 1999 Sony Corporation

WARNING

Welcome!

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

Mains cord must only be changed at qualified service shop.

This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT MARKING is located on the rear exterior.

If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.

Precautions

Safety

• This unit operates on 220 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Check that the unit’s operating voltage is identical with your local power supply.

• If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

• The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long as it is connected to the mains outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.

• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if you do not intend to use it for an extended period of time. To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug, never by the cord.

Thank you for purchasing the Sony CD/ DVD Player. Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

CAUTION

The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this CD/DVD player is harmful to eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

This label is located on the Laser protective housing inside the enclosure.

Notice for customers in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland

A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience. Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a 5 AMP fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362, (i.e., marked with 2 or @ mark) must be used.

Installing

• Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat buildup.

• Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies) that may block the ventilation slots.

• Do not install the unit near heat sources such as radiators or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock.

• Do not install the unit in an inclined position. It is designed to be operated in a horizontal position only.

• Keep the unit and discs away from equipment with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens or large loudspeakers.

• Do not place heavy objects on the unit.

• If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside the CD/DVD player and cause damage to the lenses. When you first install the unit, or when you move it from a cold to a warm location, wait for about one hour before operating the unit.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

About This Manual 4 This Player Can Play the Following Discs 4 Precautions 6 Notes on Discs 6

Getting Started 7

Unpacking 7 TV Hookups 8 Receiver (Amplifier) Hookups 11

5.1 Channel Surround Hookups 14 Selecting the Language for On-Screen Display 16 Inserting Discs 17

Playing Discs 19

Playing Discs 19 Playing at Various Speeds/Frame by Frame 21 Resuming Playback from the Point Where You

Stopped the Disc (Resume Play) 22 Using the Menu for Each DVD 23 Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC Functions (PBC

Playback) 24 Using the Front Panel Display 25 Displaying the Disc Information (Disc Browser)

27 Filing Discs in the Folder 29 Labeling Discs (Disc Memo)/Folders and Indicating

the Genre 30

Sorting Discs 33

Using Various Functions with the Control Menu 34

Using the Control Menu Display 34 Control Menu Item List 36 Searching for the Disc/Title/Chapter/Track/Index/

Scene 37

Checking the Playing Time and Remaining Time

38 Selecting a Start Point Using the Time Code 39 Checking the Information of the Disc 40 Changing the Sounds 40 Displaying the Subtitles 42 Changing the Angles 42 Selecting the Disc Mode (1 Disc or All Discs) 43 Creating Your Own Program (Program Play) 44

Playing in Random Order (Shuffle Play) 46 Playing Repeatedly (Repeat Play) 47 Repeating a Specific Portion (A˜B Repeat) 48 Setting for Digital Cinema Sound 50 Reducing the Picture Noise (DNR: Digital Video

Noise Reduction) 52

Adjustments for Playback Picture (VIDEO EQ:

Video Equalizer) 52 Displaying Different Angles Simultaneously 54 Dividing a Track into 9 Sections (Strobe Play) 54 Scanning the Title, Chapter and Track 55 Setting and Selecting Favorite Scene (Bookmark)

Checking the Play Information 56

Settings and Adjustments 57

Using the Setup Display 57 Setup Display Item List 59 Setting the Language for Display and Sound

(LANGUAGE SETUP) 60 Settings for Display (SCREEN SETUP) 61 Custom Settings (CUSTOM SETUP) 62 Settings for Sound (AUDIO SETUP) 66 Speaker Set Up 69 Controlling the TV or the AV Receiver (Amplifier)

with the Supplied Remote 71 Controlling the CD Changer (Mega Control) 73

Additional Information 75

Troubleshooting 75 Self-diagnosis function 78 Specifications 79 Glossary 80 Language Code List 82 Index to Parts and Controls 83 Index 87

About This Manual

Conventions

Icon Meaning

• Instructions in this manual describe the controls on the player. You can also use the controls on the remote if they have the same or similar names as those on the player.

• The icons on the right are used in this manual:

This Player Can Play the Following Discs

DVD VIDEOs VIDEO CDs Audio CDs

Disc logo

Indicates that you can use only the remote to do the task.

Indicates tips and hints for making the task easier.

Indicates the functions for DVD VIDEOs.

Indicates the functions for VIDEO CDs.

Indicates the functions for Audio CDs.

Contents

Disc size

Audio + Video

12 cm 8 cm

Audio + Video Audio

12 cm

8 cm

12 cm

8 cm

(CD single)

Play time

About 4 h (for single-sided DVD)/ about 8 h (for double-sided DVD)

About 80 min. (for single-sided DVD)/ about 160 min. (for

74 min.

20 min.

74 min.

20 min.

double-sided DVD)

“DVD VIDEO” logo is a trademark.

When you play an NTSC disc, this player outputs the video signal in the NTSC system only. In this case, if your TV is a PAL system mode, the picture becomes noisy.

Region code of DVDs you can play on this unit

Your DVD player has a region code printed on the back of the unit and will only play DVDs that are labeled with identical region codes.

DVDs labeled

ALL

will be also played on this unit.

CD/DVD PLAYER

AC 110V 60Hz

NO.

22W

SONY CORPORATION

If you try to play any other DVD, the message “Playing this disc prohibited by area limits.” will appear on the TV screen. Depending on the DVD, no region code indication may be labeled even though playing the DVD is prohibited by the area limits.

MODEL NO.

DVP–8306

MADE IN JAPAN 3-444-464-01

Region code

Note on playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs

Some playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs may be intentionally fixed by software producers. Since this player plays DVDs and VIDEO CDs according to the disc contents the software producers designed, some playback features may not be available. Also refer to the instructions supplied with the DVDs or VIDEO CDs.

Terms for discs

• Title

The longest sections of a picture or a music piece on a DVD; a movie, etc., for a picture piece on a video software; or an album, etc., for a music piece on an audio software. Each title is assigned a title number enabling you to locate the title you want.

• Chapter

Sections of a picture or a music piece that are smaller than titles. A title is composed of several chapters. Each chapter is assigned a chapter number enabling you to locate the chapter you want. Depending on the disc, no chapters may be recorded.

• Track

Sections of a picture or a music piece on a VIDEO CD or a CD. Each track is assigned a track number enabling you to locate the track you want.

DVD structure

VIDEO CD or

Title

Chapter

Track

Disc

CD structure

Index

Discs that the player cannot play

The player cannot play discs other than the ones listed in the table on page 4. CD-R, CD-ROMs including PHOTO CDs, data sections in CD-EXTRAs, DVD-ROMs etc., cannot be played.

• Index (CD) / Video Index (VIDEO CD)

A number that divides a track into sections to easily locate the point you want on a VIDEO CD or a CD. Depending on the disc, no indexes may be recorded.

• Scene

On a VIDEO CD with PBC functions, the menu screens, moving pictures and still pictures are divided into sections called “scenes.” Each scene is assigned a scene number enabling you to locate the scene you want.

Note on PBC (Playback Control) (VIDEO CDs)

This player conforms to Ver. 1.1 and Ver. 2.0 of VIDEO CD standards. You can enjoy two kinds of playback according to the disc type.

Disc type

VIDEO CDs without PBC functions (Ver. 1.1 discs)

VIDEO CDs with PBC functions (Ver. 2.0 discs)

You can

Enjoy video playback (moving pictures) as well as music.

Play interactive software using menu screens displayed on the TV screen (PBC Playback), in addition to the video playback functions of Ver 1.1 discs. Moreover, you can play high-resolution still pictures, if they are included on the disc.

When playing DTS*-encoded CDs, excessive noise will be heard from the analog stereo outputs. To avoid possible damage to the audio system, the consumer should take proper precautions when the analog stereo outputs of the DVD player are connected to an amplification system. To enjoy DTS Digital Surround™ playback, an external 5.1-channel DTS Digital Surround™ decoder system must be connected to the digital output of the DVD player.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

* “DTS” is a trademark of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

Precautions

On safety

• Caution – The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.

• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the player and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

On power sources

• The player is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the player itself has been turned off.

• If you are not going to use the player for a long time, be sure to disconnect the player from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead), grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.

• Should the AC power cord (mains lead) need to be changed, have it done at a qualified service shop only.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Caution: The enclosed DVD player is capable of holding a still video image or On screen display image on your television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still video image or On screen display image displayed on your TV for an extended period of time you risk permanent damage to your television screen. Projection televisions are very susceptible.

Notes on Discs

On placement

• Place the player in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the player.

• Do not place the player on a soft surface such as a rug that might block the ventilation holes on the bottom.

• Do not place the player in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock.

On operation

• If the player is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense on the lenses inside the player. Should this occur, the player may not operate properly. In this case, remove the disc and leave the player turned on for about half an hour until the moisture evaporates.

On adjusting volume

• Do not turn up the volume while listening to a portion with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level portion is played.

On cleaning

• Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.

On handling discs

• Do not use irregularly shaped CDs such as heart- or star-shaped CD as they may cause the player to malfunction.

• To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the surface.

• Do not stick paper or tape on the disc. If there is glue (or a similar substance) on the disc, remove the glue completely before using the disc.

• Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight as there can be considerable rise in temperature inside the car.

• After playing, store the disc in its case.

On cleaning

• Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your player, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs.

Getting

Unpacking

Started

This section describes how to hook up the CD/DVD player to a TV (with audio/video input jacks) and/or an AV receiver (amplifier). You cannot connect this player to a TV which does not have a video input connector. Be sure to turn off the power of each component before making the connections.

Check that you have the following items:

• Audio/video connecting cord (1)

• S video cord (1)

• Remote commander (remote) RMT-D113P (1)

• R6 (Size AA) batteries (2)

Inserting batteries into the remote

You can control the player using the supplied remote. Insert two R6 (Size AA) batteries by matching the + and – on the batteries. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor g on the player.

You can control TVs and AV receivers using the supplied

remote

See page 71.

Getting Started

Notes

• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place.

• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries.

• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a malfunction.

• If you will not use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion.

Transporting the player

Before transporting the player, follow the procedure below to return the internal mechanisms to their original positions.

1 Remove all the discs from the disc slots. 2 Close the front panel.

Make sure that “NO DISC” appears in the front panel display.

3 Wait for 10 seconds, then press 1/u to turn off the

player.

TV Hookups

Getting Started

This connection is for listening to the sound through TV speakers (2ch – L, R). Refer to the instructions supplied with the component to be connected. You cannot connect this player to a TV without an EURO AV (SCART) connector or a video input connector.

Required cords

EURO-AV (SCART) connecting cord (not supplied) (2)

Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid hum and noise. Refer to the instructions supplied with the TV to be connected.

CD/DVD player

5.1CH OUTPUT

AUDIO INPUT

FRONT REAR CENTER

TEURO AV 1 (RGB) - TV

WOOFER

LINE OUTPUT

R – AUDIO – L

VIDEO

S VIDEO OUTPUT

iEURO AV 2

DIGITAL OUTPUT

OPTICAL COAXIAL

PCM/MPEG/DTS/

DOLBY DIGITAL(AC-3

)

MEGA

CONTROL

Notes

• When you set “EURO AV OUT” to “S VIDEO” or “RGB” under “CUSTOM SETUP” in the setup display, use the EURO AV (SCART) connecting cord conformed to each signal.

• When you connect using the EURO-AV connecting cord, confirm that the TV corresponds to S VIDEO or RGB. Refer to the instructions supplied with the TV to be connected.

To an AC outlet

To Ú EURO AV1 (RGB)-TV

: Signal flow

To EURO AV (SCART) input

To : EURO AV2

VCR

To EURO AV (SCART) output

If your TV has two EURO AV (SCART) connectors

CD/DVD player

EURO AV 1 (RGB) – TV EURO AV 2

If your TV has no EURO AV (SCART) connectors

You can connect the player to a TV (with audio/video input jacks) using the supplied audio/video connecting cord. If your TV has an S video input connector , connect the component via the S VIDEO OUTPUT connector using the S video cord (supplied) instead of the video connecting cord. You will get a better picture. When connecting the cords, be sure to match the color-coded cord to the appropriate jacks on the components: Yellow (video) to Yellow, Red (right) to Red and White (left) to White.

Audio/Video connecting cord (supplied)

Getting Started

To EURO AV 1 (SCART) input

VCR

EURO AV

EURO AV EURO AV

To EURO AV 2 (SCART) input

Yellow White (L) Red (R)

S video cord (supplied)

pTo listen to the sound through TV speakers

CD/DVD player

LINE OUTPUT

R – AUDIO – L VIDEO

S VIDEO OUTPUT

INPUT

AUDIO

S VIDEO IN

pIf your TV has no S video input connector

Connect the component via the VIDEO INPUT connector using the video connecting cord (not supplied) instead of the S video cord.

Video connecting cord (not supplied)

CD/DVD player

LINE OUTPUT

R – AUDIO – L VIDEO

INPUT

TV Hookups

Getting Started

Notes

• Refer to the instructions supplied with the component to be connected.

• Do not connect this player to a video deck. If you view the pictures on your TV after making the connections shown below, a picture noise may appear.

• Depending on the TV or receiver (amplifier), sound distortion may occur because the audio output level is high. In this case, set “AUDIO ATT” in “AUDIO SETUP” to “ON” in the setup display. For details, see page 66.

• If you cannot view the pictures from a VCR through this player which is connected to a TV with RGB, set to …(Audio/ Video) on your TV. When you select (RGB), the TV cannot receive the signal from the VCR.

• If you want to use SmartLink function of a VCR, connect the VCR to a TV with the connector conformed to SmartLink function and connect the CD/DVD player to the TV with another connector.

VCR

CD/DVD player

Connect directly.

Setups for the player

Some setups are necessary for the player depending on the TV or other components to be connected. Use the setup display to change the various settings. For details on using the setup display, see page 57.

• To connect the player to a wide-screen TV

In the setup display, set “TV TYPE” in “SCREEN SETUP” to “16:9” (default setting). For details, see page 61.

• To connect the player to a normal TV

In the setup display, set “TV TYPE” in “SCREEN SETUP” to “4:3 LETTER BOX” or “4:3 PAN SCAN.” For details, see page 61.

• To connect the player to a TV or VCR via EURO AV

connector that conforms to the S video signals or RGB signals

In the setup display, set “EURO AV OUT” in “CUSTOM SETUP” to “S VIDEO” or “RGB.” For details, see page

62.

This player conforms to the PAL color system. When you play a disc recorded in the NTSC color system, the player outputs the video signal or the setup display etc. in the NTSC color system and the picture may not appear on the TV screen. In this case, open the front cover and remove the disc.

Receiver (Amplifier) Hookups

This connection is for listening to the sound through speakers connected to a receiver (amplifier such as an integrated stereo amplifier, a receiver having a built-in Dolby Pro Logic decoder, etc.). Refer to the instructions supplied with the component to be connected. You can enjoy 5.1 channel surround sound by connecting a receiver (amplifier) with 5.1 channel inputs. See page

50.

You can enjoy surround when connecting front speakers only

You can use 3D sound imaging to create virtual rear speakers from the sound of the front speakers (L, R) without using actual rear speakers (VES: Virtual Enhanced Surround). For details, see page 50.

CD/DVD player

5.1CH OUTPUT

AUDIO INPUT

FRONT REAR CENTER

TEURO AV 1 (RGB) - TV

WOOFER

LINE OUTPUT

R – AUDIO – L

VIDEO

S VIDEO OUTPUT

iEURO AV 2

DIGITAL OUTPUT

OPTICAL COAXIAL

PCM/MPEG/DTS/

DOLBY DIGITAL(AC-3

)

MEGA

CONTROL

Required cords

Audio connecting cord (not supplied) (1) S video cord (supplied) (1)

When connecting the cords, be sure to match the color-coded cord to the appropriate jacks on the components: Red (right) to Red and White (left) to White. Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid hum and noise.

White (L) Red (R)

Getting Started

To S VIDEO

To an AC outlet

OUTPUT

To S VIDEO input

AUDIO OUTPUT

Receiver (Amplifier)

To audio input

: Signal flow

Note

You cannot enjoy the picture with S video signal if your TV is not conformed to the S video signal. When your TV does not have S VIDEO input, connect the component via the VIDEO INPUT connector using the video connecting cord (not supplied) instead of the S video cord. For details, see page 9. Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV.

INPUT

VIDEO

S VIDEO

AUDIO

Receiver (Amplifier) Hookups

Getting Started

If you have a digital component such as a receiver (amplifier) with a digital connector, DAT or MD

Connect the component via the DIGITAL OUTPUT OPTICAL or COAXIAL connector using an optical or coaxial digital connecting cord (not supplied).

When you play a DVD, set “DIGITAL OUT” in “AUDIO SETUP” to “ON” and then set “DOLBY DIGITAL” to “D-PCM,“ “MPEG” to “PCM” and “DTS” to “OFF” in the setup display (page 67).

pWhen using an optical digital connecting cord

pWhen using a coaxial digital connecting cord

Optical digital connecting cord

(not supplied)

Receiver (Amplifier) with a digital connector, MD deck,

CD/DVD player

DIGITAL OUTPUT

OPTICAL COAXIAL

PCM/MPEG/DTS/

DOLBY DIGITAL(AC-3

)

DAT deck, etc.

Coaxial digital connecting cord

DIGITAL IN

OPTICAL

If you have an audio component with a built-in DTS decoder, Dolby Digital decoder or MPEG decoder

Connect the component via the DIGITAL OUTPUT OPTICAL or COAXIAL connector using an optical or coaxial digital connecting cord (not supplied).

p When you play a DVD that is recorded in DTS format

Set “DIGITAL OUT” in “AUDIO SETUP” to “ON” and then set “DTS” to “ON” in the setup display (page 67).

p When you play a DVD that is recorded in Dolby Digital

format

Set “DIGITAL OUT” in “AUDIO SETUP” to “ON” and then set “DOLBY DIGITAL” to “DOLBY DIGITAL” in the setup display (page 67).

p When you play a DVD that is recorded in MPEG format

Set “DIGITAL OUT” in “AUDIO SETUP” to “ON” and then set “MPEG” to “MPEG” in the setup display (page 67).

CD/DVD player

Optical or coaxial digital connecting cord

Audio component with a built-in DTS decoder, DOLBY DIGITAL or MPEG decoder

Speakers

(not supplied)

Receiver (Amplifier) with a digital connector, MD deck,

CD/DVD player

DIGITAL OUTPUT

OPTICAL COAXIAL

PCM/MPEG/DTS/

DOLBY DIGITAL(AC-3

)

DAT deck, etc.

DIGITAL IN

COAXIAL

Notes

• Refer to the instructions supplied with the component to be connected.

• You cannot make digital audio recordings of discs recorded in multichannel surround format directly using an MD deck or DAT deck.

When you make the connections above, do not set “DOLBY DIGITAL” to “DOLBY DIGITAL,” “MPEG” to “MPEG” and “DTS” to “ON.” If you do, a loud noise will suddenly come out from the speakers, affecting your ears or causing the speakers to be damaged.

Notes

• Refer to the instructions supplied with the component to be connected.

• When you do not connect an audio component with a

built-in DTS decoder, do not set “DTS” to “ON.”

• When you do not connect an audio component with a built in DOLBY DIGITAL decoder, do not set “DOLBY DIGITAL” to “DOLBY DIGITAL.”

• When you do not connect an audio component with a built in MPEG decoder, do not set “MPEG” to “MPEG.”

Setups for the player

Some setups are necessary for the player depending on the components to be connected. Use the setup display to change the various settings. For details on using the setup display, see page 57.

• To listen to the sound through speakers connected

to a receiver (amplifier) having a digital connector or to output the sound to a digital component such as a DAT or MD deck

When you play a DVD, set “DIGITAL OUT” in “AUDIO SETUP” to “ON” and then set “DOLBY DIGITAL” to “D-PCM,” “MPEG” to “PCM” and “DTS” to “OFF” in the setup display (page 67). These are the default settings.

Getting Started

5.1 Channel Surround Hookups

Getting Started

Some DVDs have a sound track with up to 5.1 channels recorded in Dolby* Digital or MPEG AUDIO format. Using a receiver (amplifier) having 5.1 channel inputs and the 5 (+1) speakers, you can enjoy more real audio presence in the comfort of your own home. “5 channel” stands for the 2 front speakers (Left and Right), 2 rear speakers (Left and Right) and 1 center speaker. The “0.1 channel” (+1) stands for the subwoofer which outputs the bass. Even if you have fewer than 5 (+1) speakers, the player distributes the output signal to the speakers appropriately. This player has VIRTUAL 3D SURROUND mode. You can use the 3D sound imaging to shift the sound of the rear speakers away from the actual speaker position (VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT) or to create 3 sets of virtual rear speakers from 1 set of actual rear speakers (VIRTUAL MULTI REAR). For details on the VIRTUAL 3D SURROUND mode, see page 50.

Note

When a DVD has a sound track with 7.1 channels recorded in MPEG AUDIO format, the output audio signals are mixed down to 5.1 channels.

Speaker placement

For the best possible surround sound, we recommend the following conditions.

• Use higher performance speakers.

• Use rear and center speakers that match your front speakers in size and performance.

• All speakers should be the same distance from the listening position.

• Place the subwoofer between the front (L, R) speakers if possible.

Notes

• Do not connect the power cord to an AC outlet or press the POWER switch before completing all connections.

• The cord connectors should be fully inserted into the jacks. Loose connection may cause hum and noise.

• Jacks and plugs of the connecting cords are color-coded as follows: Red jacks and plugs: Right audio channel White jacks and plugs: Left audio channel You can use either red or white cables to connect the center speaker and subwoofer.

• When you connect the component via the DIGITAL OUTPUT OPTICAL or COAXIAL connector using an optical or coaxial digital connecting cord (not supplied), see page 12.

Setups for the player

Some setups are necessary for the player depending on the components to be connected. Use the setup display or the Control Menu display to change the various settings. For details on using the setup display, see page 57. For details on enjoying Digital Cinema Sound, see page

50.

• To enjoy Dolby Digital or MPEG AUDIO surround

sound by connecting the player to a receiver (amplifier) with 5.1 channel inputs

Set each speaker position or distance, etc. See page 69.

Note

Do not place the center or rear speakers farther away from the listening position than the front speakers.

Required cords

Audio cords (not supplied)

Two for the 5.1CH OUTPUT FRONT and REAR jacks

White (L) Red (R)

Monaural audio cords (not supplied)

Two for the 5.1CH OUTPUT CENTER and WOOFER jacks

Black

S video cord (supplied)

One for the S VIDEO OUTPUT jacks

White (L) Red (R)

Black

* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

AUDIO INPUT

5.1CH OUTPUT

FRONT REAR CENTER

WOOFER

TEURO AV 1 (RGB) - TV

LINE OUTPUT

R – AUDIO – L

VIDEO

S VIDEO OUTPUT

iEURO AV 2

DIGITAL OUTPUT

OPTICAL COAXIAL

PCM/MPEG/DTS/

DOLBY DIGITAL(AC-3

)

MEGA

CONTROL

S VIDEO IN

Getting Started

CD/DVD player

DIGITAL

TV/LD IN AC-3 RF

DVD IN

COAX

DVD IN OPT

TV/LD IN OPT

CD IN OPT

MD/DAT IN OPT

MD/DAT OUT OPT

SIGNAL GND

PHONO

TV/LD

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

TUNER

DVD

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

MONITOR

S-LINK

CTRL A1

5.1 INPUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

OUT

REC OUT

TAPE

S-VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

OUT

REC OUT

MD/DAT

FRONT REAR

FRONTB REARA

RLR LRL

FRONT REAR WOOFER CENTER

CENTER

WOOFER

SPEAKERS

PRE OUT

CENTER

–

AC OUTLET

}]

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Center speaker

INPUT

}]}]

Front speaker (R)

Subwoofer

(Active type)

Front speaker (L)

AV Receiver (Amplifier) with

5.1ch inputs

Rear speaker (R) Rear speaker (L)

Selecting the Language for On-Screen Display

Getting Started

You can select the language for the setup display, the Control Menu display or the messages displayed on the screen. The default setting is “ENGLISH.”

1 Press SET UP and select “LANGUAGE SETUP” using

>/., and then press ENTER.

123 456

TIME

789

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A B C D ALL

DVD CD

SET UP

ENTER

?/>/.//

3 Select “FRANÇAIS” using >/., then press ENTER.

CHOIX DE LA LANGUE

ECRANS: MENU DVD : AUDIO: SOUS-TITRE:

Pour le réglage, appuyez sur , puis

ENTER

sur . Pour quitter, appuyez sur .

To cancel using the setup display

Press SET UP.

Note

The languages you can select are the ones displayed in step 2. For details, see page 60.

FRANÇAIS

ENGLISH

ORIGINAL

IDEM AUDIO

SETUP

LANGUAGE SETUP

OSD: DVD MENU: AUDIO: SUBTITLE:

To set, press , then . To quit, press .

SETUP

ENGLISH ENGLISH

ORIGINAL

AUDIO FOLLOW

ENTER

2 Select “OSD” using >/., then press / or ENTER.

LANGUAGE SETUP

OSD: DVD MENU: AUDIO: SUBTITLE:

To set, press , then . To quit, press .

SETUP

ENGLISH ENGLISH

FRANÇAIS

DEUTSCH

ENTER

Inserting Discs

You can insert up to 200 discs into this player.

1/u (POWER)

Front cover

DISC CHANGE indicator

=/+ dial

Playing position

Rotary table

Loading position

1 Press 1/u (POWER) to turn on the player.

§OPEN

Dial function select button

5 Insert a disc with the playback side facing left.

Notes

• Make sure you have inserted the disc into each slot at a right angle to the rotary table. If the disc is not put in straight, it may damage the player or the disc.

• Make sure the rotary table comes to a complete stop before inserting or removing discs.

With the playback side facing left

6 Repeat Steps 4 and 5 to insert more discs. 7 Close the front cover by pressing right edge of the

cover until it clicks.

Getting Started

2 Press §OPEN.

Front cover

§OPEN

3 Press the dial function select button to turn the

DISC CHANGE indicator on.

4 Turn the =/+ dial until you find the disc slot

where you insert a disc, while checking the disc slot number indicated in the front panel display or by the slot.

The rotary table turns and the disc slot at the loading position is set to the playing position. Always close the front cover except when you insert or remove discs.

You can select a disc slot number by skipping by 10 slots

When you select the disc slot number in Step 4, press DISC SKIP +/– on the remote. Ten disc slots each before and after from the current disc slot number will be skipped.

You can select slot 1 directly

Press EASY PLAY in Step 4. The rotary table turns and slot 1 comes to the loading position.

Disc slot number

Disc slot at the loading position

Inserting Discs

Getting Started

Notes

• When you insert an 8 cm (3-inch) CD, be sure to attach a Sony CSA-8 adaptor (not supplied) to the disc. Do not insert an empty 8 cm (3-inch) CD adaptor (CSA-8). It may damage the player.

• Do not attach anything such as seals or sleeves to discs. It may damage the player or the disc.

• If you drop a disc into the player and the disc does not go into the slot correctly, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

• When transporting the player, remove all discs from the player.

Removing discs

After following Steps 1 to 4 of “Inserting Discs” on page 17, remove the discs. Then close the front cover.

Playing Discs

This chapter describes how to play a DVD/CD/VIDEO CD.

Playing Discs

Depending on the DVD or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the instructions supplied with your disc.

1/u (POWER)

DISC CHANGE indicator

1/ALL DISCS

=/+ dial

Dial function select button

1 Make settings on your TV.

Turn on the TV and select the video input so that you can view the pictures from this player.

When using a receiver (amplifier)

Turn on the receiver (amplifier) and select the appropriate position so that you can listen to the sound from this player.

§·

Playing Discs

2 Press 1/u (POWER) to turn on the player.

The indicator (red) above the 1/u (POWER) button changes to green and the front panel display lights up.

3 Press the dial function select button to turn on the

DISC CHANGE indicator.

4 Turn the =/+ dial until you find the disc slot

where you insert a disc, while checking the disc slot number indicated in the front panel display or by the slot, then press the =/+ dial.

5 Press ·.

The player starts playing back. Adjust the volume on the TV or the receiver (amplifier).

Playing Discs

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After following Step 5

pWhen playing a DVD

A DVD menu or title menu may appear on the TV screen (see page 23).

pWhen playing a VIDEO CD

Playing Discs

The menu screen may appear on the TV screen depending on the VIDEO CD. You can play the disc interactively, following the instructions on the menu screen. (PBC Playback, see page 24.)

z You can turn on the player using the remote

Press 1/u (POWER) when the indicator above the 1/u (POWER) button on the front panel is lit in red.

You can skip empty disc slots

When you select the disc slot number in Step 4, press DISC SKIP +/– on the remote. You can skip empty disc slots and locate next disc.

You can select the disc mode

You can choose whether all discs are played (ALL DISCS mode) or only 1 disc is played (1 DISC mode). Press 1/ALL DISCS. Each time you press the button, 1 DISC or ALL DISCS mode is selected (see page 43).

Notes

• If you leave the player or the remote in pause or stop mode for 15 minutes, the screen saver image appears automatically. To make the screen saver image go away, press ·. (If you want to set the screen saver function to off, see page 61.)

• The indicator above the 1/u (POWER) button lights up in red when the power is turned off.

• If you don‘t operate the player or the remote for more than 30 minutes when a disc is not being played, the power is automatically turned off. (Auto Power Off function)

• If you cannot select the disc in Step 4, the disc is not included in the current folder. Press FOLDER ALL (the Disc Browser appears), then select the disc. See “Displaying the information of the loaded discs” (page 28).

• You cannot select the empty disc slots in Step 4.

To open the control panel

Pull PANEL OPEN lightly.

1/u (POWER)

DIRECT SEARCH indicator

EASY PLAY

=/+

Play from the disc in slot 1 Stop Pause Resume play after pause Go to the next chapter,

track or scene in continuous play mode

§pP

=/+ dial

Dial function select button

1/u (POWER)

DISC SKIP EASY PLAY

Operation

Press EASY PLAY. Press p. Press P. Press P or ·. On the player:

Press the dial function select button to turn on the DIRECT SEARCH indicator and turn the =/+ dial clockwise.

On the remote: Press +.

Go back to the preceding chapter, track or scene in continuous play mode

On the player: Press the dial function select button to turn on the DIRECT SEARCH indicator and turn the =/+ dial counterclockwise.

On the remote: Press =.

Stop play and remove the

Press §.

disc

You can play discs in various modes such as Program Play using the on-screen menu (Control Menu). For operations of Control Menu, see page 34.

Playing at Various Speeds/Frame by Frame

Using the click shuttle and the JOG button/indicator, you can play back a DVD/CD/VIDEO CD at various speeds or frame by frame. Each time you press JOG, it changes between shuttle mode and jog mode.

Click shuttle JOG

DVD CD

JOG Click shuttle

When you play back a CD/VIDEO CD

2) Fast forward (Faster than “1)”)

1) Fast forward

×2” (about twice the normal speed)*

( (Normal speed)

1 Slow (playback direction)**

2 Slow (playback direction

– slower than “1 ”)**

P Pause

10 Fast rewind

20 Fast rewind(Faster than “10”)

* CD Only **VIDEO CD Only

If you turn the click shuttle quickly, the playback speed goes to

2)/20 at once.

To return to continuous play

Press ·.

Playing Discs

To change the playback speed (Shuttle mode)

Turn the click shuttle. The playback speed changes depending on the turning direction and angle as follows:

When you play back a DVD

2) Fast forward (about 30 times the normal speed)

1) Fast forward (about 10 times the normal speed)

×2” (about twice the normal speed)

( (Normal speed)

1 Slow (playback direction)

2 Slow (playback direction

< – slower than “1 ”)

P Pause

2 Slow (opposite direction – slower than “1 ”)

1 Slow (opposite direction)

×2“ (about twice the normal speed)

10 Fast rewind (about 10 times the normal speed)

20 Fast rewind (about 30 times the normal speed)

Note

Depending on the DVD/VIDEO CD, you may not be able to do some of the operations described.

If you turn the click shuttle quickly, the playback speed goes to

2)/20 at once.

Playing at Various Speeds/Frame by Frame

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Resuming Playback from the Point Where You

To play the disc frame by frame changing the playback speed (Jog mode)

1 Press JOG.

Playing Discs

JOG lights up during jog mode. When you press JOG on the player, it pauses.

2 Turn the click shuttle.

Depending on the turning speed, the playback goes to frame-by-frame in the direction that the click shuttle is turned. If you turn the click shuttle with constant speed for a while, the playback speed goes to slow or normal.

To return to continuous play

Press ·.

Notes

• The JOG indicator shows the mode of the corresponding click shuttle. For example, when the JOG indicator on the remote is not lit, the remote click shuttle will remain in the shuttle mode even if the indicator on the player is lit.

• If you don‘t operate the click shuttle for about 20 seconds after pressing JOG, it returns to shuttle mode on the remote. On the player, it stays in jog mode.

Stopped the Disc (Resume Play)

The player stores the point where you stopped the disc and if “RESUME” appears on the front panel display. You can resume playback from that point. As long as you do not open the front cover, Resume Play is available even if you turn the power off.

1 While playing a disc, press p to stop playback.

“RESUME” appears in the front panel display and “When playing next time, disc restarts from point you stopped.” appears on the TV screen. If “RESUME” does not appear, Resume Play is not available.

2 Press ·.

The player starts playback from the point where you stopped the disc in Step 1.

To play from the beginning of the disc

When the playing time appears on the front panel display before you start playing, press p to reset the playing time, then press

·.

Using the Menu for Each

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Notes

• Resume Play may not be available depending on the DVD.

• Resume Play is not available in Shuffle or Program Play mode.

• Depending on where you stopped the disc, the player may resume playback from a different point.

• The point where you stopped playing is cleared when: – you open or close the front cover – you disconnect the AC power cord – you change the play mode – you start playback after selecting a title, chapter or track – you change the settings of “PARENTAL CONTROL” in

”CUSTOM SETUP” in the setup display

– you change the settings of “AUDIO,” “DVD MENU” and

“SUBTITLE” in “LANGUAGE SETUP” in the setup display while playing a DVD

Using the title menu

A DVD is divided into long sections of a picture or a music piece called “titles.” When you play a DVD which contains several titles, you can select the title you want using the title menu.

TITLE

DVD MENU

?/>/.//ENTER

Playing Discs

TITLE

DVD MENU

ENTER

?/>/.//

1 Press TITLE.

The title menu appears on the TV screen. The contents of the menu vary from disc to disc.

2 Press ?/>/.// to select the title you want to

play.

Depending on the disc, you can use the number buttons to select the title.

3 Press ENTER.

The player starts playing the selected title.

Notes

• Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to select the title.

• Depending on the DVD, a “title menu” may simply be called a “menu” or “title ” in the instructions supplied with the disc. “Press ENTER.” may also be expressed as “Press SELECT.”

Using the Menu for Each DVD

Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC Functions (PBC

Using the DVD menu

Some DVDs allow you to select the disc contents using the menu. When you play these DVDs, you can select the language for the subtitles, the language for the sound, etc., using the DVD menu.

Playing Discs

1 Press DVD MENU.

The DVD menu appears on the TV screen. The contents of the menu vary from disc to disc.

2 Press ?/>/.// to select the item you want to

change.

Depending on the disc, you can use the number buttons to select the item.

3 To change other items, repeat Step 2. 4 Press ENTER.

If you want to select the language for the DVD menu

Change the setting using “LANGUAGE SETUP” in the setup display. For details, see page 60.

Note

Depending on the DVD, a “DVD menu” may simply be called a “menu” in the instructions supplied with the disc.

Playback)

When playing VIDEO CDs with PBC functions (Ver. 2.0 discs), you can enjoy simple interactive operations, operations with search functions, etc. PBC Playback allows you to play VIDEO CDs interactively, following the menu screen on the TV screen. On this player, you can use the number buttons, ENTER, =, +, >/. and ˆRETURN during PBC Playback. When you use the =/+ dial on the player, press the dial function select button to turn on the DIRECT SEARCH indicator.

DIRECT

ˆRETURN

ENTER

=/+ dial

>/.

SEARCH indicator

Dial function select button

Number buttons

=/+

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ˆRETURN

ENTER >/.

1 Start playing a VIDEO CD with PBC functions,

following Steps 1 to 5 in “Playing Discs” on page

19.

2 Select the item number you want.

On the player

Press >/. to select the item number.

On the remote

Press the number button of the item you want.

Using the Front Panel Display

3 Press ENTER. 4 Follow the instructions on the menu screen for

interactive operations.

Refer to the instructions supplied with the disc, as the operating procedure may differ according to the VIDEO CD.

Going back to the menu screen

Press ˆRETURN, =, or +.

zWhen playing VIDEO CDs with PBC functions

PBC playback starts automatically.

zTo cancel PBC playback of a VIDEO CD with PBC functions

and play the disc in Continuous Play mode

There are two ways.

• Before you start playing, select the track you want using =or +, then press ENTER or ·.

• Before you start playing, select the track number using the number buttons on the remote, then press ENTER or ·. “Play without PBC” appears on the TV screen and the player starts Continuous Play. You cannot play still pictures such as a menu screen. To return to PBC playback, press p twice then press ·.

Note

Depending on the VIDEO CD, “Press ENTER.” in Step 3 may be expressed as “Press SELECT.” in the instructions supplied with the disc.

You can check information about the disc, such as the total number of the titles or the tracks or remaining time, using the front panel display.

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When playing back a DVD

Display information while playing a disc

Disc type

Current surround format

Lights up when the player outputs the NTSC signal

TIME

Lights up when you can change the angle

Playing Discs

Lights up when Text or Disc Memo is recorded

Current play mode

1 2 0:22:30

Current title number

Playing status

Current chapter number

Lights up in all discs play mode

Playing time

Lights up while searching next disc

Current disc number

Current folder

Using the Front Panel Display

Checking the remaining time

Press TIME.

Each time you press TIME while playing the disc, the display changes as shown in the following chart.

Playing Discs

Playing time and number of the current chapter

Remaining time of the current chapter

Playing time and number of the current title

Remaining time of the current title

1 2 0:22:30

Press TIME.

1 2 -0:13:20

Press TIME.

1 1:03:24

Press TIME.

When playing back a CD/VIDEO CD

Display information while playing a disc

Disc type

Lights up when Text or Disc Memo is recorded

Lights up when the player outputs the NTSC signal

Lights up during PBC playback (VIDEO CD only)

Current play mode

Lights up while searching next disc

Current disc number

Current folder

1 2 22:30

Current track number

Playing status

Current index number

Lights up in all discs play mode

zWhen playing VIDEO CDs with PBC functions

The current scene number is displayed instead of the current track number and the current index number. In this case, the front panel display does not change when you press TIME. If a TEXT or Disc Memo is recorded on the disc, the front panel display changes to “Text or Disc Memo” display when you press TIME (see page 30).

Playing time

1 -1:15:36

Press TIME.

Text or Disc Memo

SONY HITS/SON

Press TIME.

Notes

• Depending on the DVD, the chapter number or time may not appear or you may not be able to change the front panel display.

• While you are doing Shuffle Play or Program Play, the playing time of the title and the remaining time of the title are not displayed.

Displaying the Disc

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Information (Disc Browser)

Checking the remaining time

Press TIME.

Each time you press TIME while playing a disc, the display changes as shown in the following chart.

Playing time and number of the current track

 1 2  02:25

Remaining time of the current track

Press TIME.

1 2  -01:50

Press TIME.

Playing time of the disc

You can check the contents of each disc loaded.

Loading the disc information

Playing Discs

LOAD

Set the TV/DISC BROWSER/DVD switch to “DISC BROWSER.”

LOAD

32:12

Press TIME.

Remaining time of the disc

-20:18

Press TIME.

Text or Disc Memo

SONY HITS/SON

Press TIME.

Note

While you are doing Shuffle Play, Program Play, or PBC playback, the playing time of the disc and the remaining time of the disc are not displayed.

On the player:

Press LOAD when the player is in stop mode.

On the remote:

1 Set the TV/DISC BROWSER/DVD switch to DISC

BROWSER.

2 Press LOAD in stop mode.

The player reads the disc information of all the discs and loads it into memory so that the disc type, titles and other text information can be displayed.

To cancel loading

Press p.

zThe player can load the disc information even when the

power is turned off.

Press LOAD before turning on the player. The player reads and loads all the disc information. When loading has been done, the power is turned off.

Note

It will take about 30 seconds to read one disc.

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