Sony DVP-FX810 User Manual

Portable CD/DVD Player

Operating Instructions

COMPACT

VIDEO DIGITAL AUDIO

DVP-FX810

2-684-485-11(3)

WARNING

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.

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.

CAUTION CLASS 1M VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION

WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED. DO NOT VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.

This label Is located on the bottom of the unit.

This CD/DVD player is CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Welcome!

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

Important Safety Instructions

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed ali warnings.

4. Follow all Instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install In accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appa ratus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. Agrounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10.Protect the power cord from being walked on or ■ pinched particularly at plugs, convenience s receptacles, and the point where they exit from o the apparatus. c

11 .Only use attachments/accessories specified by o'

the manufacturer. ^

12.Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing Is required when the apparatus has

been damaged In anyway, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Precautions

For Customers in the U.S.A Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. DVP-FX810 Serial No.________________

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

NOTE

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to

Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful In terference In a residential Installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not Installed and used in accordance with the Instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there Is no guarantee that interference will not occur In a particular In stallation. If this equipment does cause harmful Interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user Is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver Is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radlo/TV technician for help.

Precautions (continued)

• The power requirements and power consumption of this unit are indicated on the AC adaptor. Check that the unit's

operating voltage is identical with your local power supply.

On safety

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

• To prevent fire or shock hazard, the apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and do not place

objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

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

• Do not put any foreign objects in the DC IN 9.5V (external power input) jack.

• This car adaptor is not intended to be serviced.

Should the product cease to function in its intended

manner, it should be returned to the manufacturer orto be

discarded.

On temperature increases

• Heat may build up while charging or during extented use.

This is not a malfunction.

• If the surrounding temperature is very high, the protective

function will turn off the player automatically.

Leave the player in a cool location for about 30 minutes

before using it again.

On power sources ■

* Use only the supplied AC adaptor. Do not use any other ^

AC adaptor. It may cause a malfunction.

Polarity of the plug

If theAC adaptor causes interference to radio reception, move it away from the radio.

Do not touch the AC adaptor with wet hands.

Even when the player is turned off, it is still connected to theAC power source (mains) as long as it remains connected to the wall outlet.

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

Should theAC power cord need to be changed, have it done at a qualified service shop only.

Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor, if necess ary, depending on the design of the wall outlet.

Wall outlet

AC-FX110 —

AC plug adaptor

(not supplied)

Precautions (continued)

CAUTiON

Never expose the battery pack to temperatures above 140° F (60° C) such as in a car parked in the sun or

underdirect suniight.

On the rechargeabie battery

• Charge the battery before you start using it.

• Do not aliow dust to come into contact with the battery terminais of the piayerand battery.

• Do not short the terminais.

• Do not open the terminai covers of the piayer.

• Do not ieave the battery in a piace subject to direct

sunlight, or in a car with its windows ciosed.

• Keep the battery dry.

• Use oniy the battery(NP-FXIIO) suppiied with this

player(DVP-FX810). Other rechargeabie batteries suppiied with other modeis cannot be used with

this player. Note that is a danger of expiosion if

battery is incorrectly replaced.

• Do not disassemble.

• Do not incinerate.

• Dispose of used batteries promptly.

To dispose of the rechargeable battery

• Certain countries may regulate disposal of the battery used to power this product. Please consult with your local authority.

To store the rechargeable battery

The battery is consumed gradually as time elapses even if is not used. In order to prevent the battery from deteriorating, store it as follows:

• Remove the battery from the player after use. (Even if the player is off, it still uses some power.)

• Use up the battery completely on the player before storing it.

• Keep the battery in a cool location to prevent it from deteriorating.

• Charge and use the battery at least once every 6 months.

On charging the rechargeable battery

• Heat may build up in the battery while charging. This is not a malfunction.

• When the battery life of a fully charged battery becomes about half the normal life, you may need to replace the battery with a new one.

• Disconnect the battery from the player as soon as it has been charged. Leaving it connected may result in reduced battery performance.

Precautions (continued)

On handling the player

• Keep the lens on the player clean and do not touch It. If you do so, the lens may be damaged, and the player will not operate properly.

■Place the player In a location with adequate

ventilation to prevent heat build-up In the player.

•Do not put any heavy object on top of the player.

The player and the discs may be damaged.

•Do not leave the player in a location near heat

sources, or In a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or sand, moisture, rain, mechanical shock, on an uneven surface, or In a car with its windows closed.

•Do not wrap the player In a cloth or blanket during

use as it may cause malfunction or serious accidents.

• If the player causes interference to radio or

television reception, turn off the player or move it away from the radio or television.

•Keep the player and discs away from equipment

with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens, or large loudspeakers.

•Do not Install this equipment In a confined space

such as a bookshelf or similar unit.

If the player Is brought directly from a cold to ■ warm location, or Is placed in a very damp place, 2. moisture may condense on the lenses of the o player. Should this occur, the player may not c operate properly. In this case, remove the disc s. and leave the player for about half an hour until a the moisture evaporates.

Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g, heart, square, star) cannot be played on this player. Do not use such discs.

While operating, do not move, shake or otherwise allow any shock to the player. It may cause a malfunction.

Use this player In a stable, horizontal position where It Is not subject to vibration.

Do not touch the disc if it is still spinning when you open the lid.

Before moving the player, remove the disc from it.

Precautions (continued)

On handling the LCD screen

•Although the LCD screen is made with high-precision

technoiogy and has effective pixeis of 99.99% or more, biack dots may appear or bright points of iight (red, blue, or green) may appear constantly on the LCD screen. This is a structural property of the LCD panel and is not a malfunction.

•Do not scratch the LCD or exert pressure on it. This could

cause a malfunction.

•Using the player in low temperature conditions may produce

a residual image on the screen. This is not a malfunction. When the player returns to normal temperature, the screen returns to normal.

•A residual image may appear on the screen if the same

image is displayed fora lengthy period of time. The residual image disappears in a while.

•If you are going to leave the player fora long time, turn

off the power.

• The screen becomes warm during operation. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.

On headphones

Preventing hearing damage

Avoid using headphones at high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous, loud, and extended play. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use.

Showing consideration for others

Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you to hear outside sounds and still be considerate to the people around you.

On adjusting the volume

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

Road safety

Do not use the monitor unit and headphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in some areas. It can also be potentially dangerous to play your headsets at high volume

while walking, especially at pedestrian crossings. You

should exercise extreme caution or discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.

• Do not install the monitor display where viewable by the driver.

• Some states restrict the use of monitors and televisions in vehicles. Where use is permitted, the units should not be installed or operated so as to be viewable by the driver.

Precautions (continued)

On transportation

* When you transport this player, use the original

carton box and packing materials.

• Before you move this player, make sure to remove any discs from it.

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 cleaning discs, disc/lens cleaners

Do not use a commercially available cleaning disc or disc/lens cleaner (wet or spray type). These may cause the apparatus to malfunction.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Caution: This 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. Plasma Display Panel televisions and projection televisions are especially susceptible to this.

RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES

Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. You^ can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you.

For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable bat teries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.ora/

Caution:

• Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries. Never expose the battery pack to temperatures above 140°F (60° C) such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight.

• For the customers in the United States This product contains mercury. Disposal of this product may be regulated if sold in the United States. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance. (www.eiae.org http://www.eiae.org)

If you have any questions or problems concerning

your player, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

About This Manual

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

•The meanings of the icons used in this manual are described below:

“®”may appear on the LCD screen during operation.

This icon means the function explained in this

instruction manual is not available on that specific DVD video disc.

This Player Can Play the Following Discs

Format of discs

DVD VIDEO

DVD-RW/-R

DVD+RW/+R

Music CD

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DVD+R*Wrltabl« DVD-tfi DVD4R D

CD-RW/-F

The “DVD VIDEO” “DVD+RW” “DVD-RW” “DVD+R” “DVD+R DL” “DVD-R” “CD” are

trademarks.

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* MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layers) is a standard format defined by

iSO (Internationai Organization for Standardization)/ MPEG

which compresses audio data.

Functions available for DVD Video, DVD+RW/DVD+R (+VR Mode), DVD-RW/DVD-R (Video Mode)

Functions available for music CD or CD-R/CD-RW in music CD format

Functions available for DATACD/DATA DVD (DATA DISC containing MP3 * audio tracks and JPEG image files)

Disc-related terms DVD±R/DVD±RW

DVD+R/DVD-R are recordable discs that are the same size as a DVD VIDEO. Contents can be recorded only once to a DVD+R/DVD-R, and will have the same format as a DVD VIDEO. A DVD+RW is a recordable and rewritable disc. DVD+RWs use a recording format that is comparable to the DVD VIDEO format. A DVD-RW is a recordable and rewritable disc that is the same size as a DVD VIDEO. The DVD-RW has two different modes: VR mode and Video mode. DVDs created in Video mode have the same format as a DVD VIDEO, while discs created in VR (Video Recording) mode allow the contents to be programmed or edited.

This Player Can Play the Following Discs (continued)

MP3

MP3 is a popular compression format used for digital audio files that yields very high, near-CD quality.

JPEG

Joint Pictures Expert Group. JPEG is a compressed file format that allows you to save images with no

limit on the number of colors.

Title (DVD video discs only)

Atitle is generally a distinct section of a DVD disc.

For example the main feature could be title 1, a documentary describing how the film was made could be title 2, and cast interviews could be title 3.

Each title is assigned a reference number enabling you to locate it easily.

Manufactured under license from Dolby

Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D

symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

NOTES:

• Depending on the conditions of the recording = equipment or the CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/±RW) disc itself, some CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/±RW) discs cannot be played on the unit.

• MP3 and JPEG files recorded on the second layer of a recordable double-layer DVD cannot be played.

• The recorded CD-R/RW (DVD±R/±RW) in the way of packet write cannot be played.

• The recorded CD-R/RW (DVD±R/±RW) of multi-session cannot be played sometimes.

• DVD-R and DVD-RW discs recorded in VR (video recording format) mode cannot be played.

• The displayed name of the folder or file recorded by UDF File System in CD-R/RW (DVD±R/±RW) disc does not correspond with the actual one.

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This Player Can Play the Following Discs (continued)

Region code

Your player has a region code printed on the back of the unit and only will play DVD VIDEO discs (playback only) labeled with Identical region codes. This system is used to protect copyrights.

DVD VIDEO labeled will also play on this piayer.

If you try to play any other DVD VIDEO,

the message “Wrong Region” will appear on the

LCD screen. Depending on the DVD VIDEO, no region code indication may be labeled even though playing the DVD VIDEO is prohibited by area restrictions.

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Region code

Note on DualDiscs

A DualDIsc Is a two sided disc product which mates

DVD recorded material on one side with digital audio material on the other side. However, since the audio material does not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, playback on this product Is not guaranteed.

Note on playback operations of DVDs

Copyrights

Some playback operations of DVDs may be intentionally set by software producers. Since this player plays DVDs 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.

Notes about the Discs

On handling discs

•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.

On storing discs

•Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat

sources such as air ducts, or leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight as the temperature may rise considerably inside the car.

•After playing, store the disc in its case.

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

On cleaning discs

• Fingerprints or dust on a disc may cause the image or sound quality to deteriorate. Use clean discs.

• Wipe the disc with a soft cloth from the center out.

If the disc is very dirty, first wipe it with a damp

cloth, then wipe it again with a dry cloth.

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

Table of Contents

Introduction

□ WARNING 2

□ Welcome!..............................................................................-2

□ Important Safety Instructions..............................................3

□ Precautions

□ About This Manual .............................................................10

□ This Player Can Play the Following Discs □ Notes on playback operations of DVDs

□ Copyrights.......................................................................... 13

□ Notes about the Discs

□ Table of Contents............................................................... 14

□ Identification of Controls..............................................15-20

Main Unit...................................................................... 15-16

Remote .........................................................................17-19

LCD Panel 20

□ Power Connections ......................................................21-23

AC Adaptor....................................................................... 21

Battery Pack 22-23

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4-9

10-12

Basic Operations

□ Playing a Disc

Basic Playback.............................................................24-26

Stop Play ...........................................................................27

Resume Play......................................................................27

Pause................................................................................. 27

Search.................................................................................27

Slow Motion....................................................................... 28

Screen Saver......................................................................28

□ On-Screen Display..............................................................29

Advanced Operations

□ General Features...........................................................30-32

Top Menu ...........................................................................30

DVD Menu 30

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24-28

Moving to another TITLE

Moving to another CHAPTER ............................................30

Time Search.........................................................................31

Changing the Audio Language..........................................31

Subtitles ..............................................................................31

CameraAngle ......................................................................31

Repeat...................................................................................32

RepeatA-B

Time Display.........................................................................32

□ Playing an Audio CD or MP3 Disc ................................33-36

□ Programmed Playback

□ Random Play ........................................................................37

□ Viewing a JPEG Disc.......................................................38-39

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36-37

initial Settings

□ Initial Settings

GENERAL SETUP ............................................................40-41

AUDIO SETUP 41

LANGUAGE SETUP 41

PARENTAL CONTROL 42-43

EXIT SETUP 43

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40-43

Connections

□ Setting up the Player..............................................................44

□ To use the player with car battery adaptor

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45-46

Reference

□ Troubleshooting ....................................................................47

□ Specifications.........................................................................48

Identification of Controls

11 12

14 15

1. LCD screen (page 20)

2. LCD MODE button (page 25-26)

3. DISPLAY button (page 29)

4. RETURN button (page 19)

5. ◄■/♦/♦/■►button, ENTER button (page 19)

6. Remote sensor (page 17)

7. MENU button (page 30)

8.Speaker

9. PREV / NEXT buttons (page 30)

10. STOP button (page 27)

11. PAUSE button (page 27)

12. PLAY button (page 27)

13. Disc Lid (page 24)

14. Charge indicator (page 23)

During recharging: Orange ON

15. Power indicator (page 24)

POWER ON: Green ON POWER OFF: Green OFF

NOTE:

Place a disc with the playback side down on the spindle, and push gently on the center of the disc so it goes into position.

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Identification of Controis (continued)

1. Lid open knob

2. Remote sensor (page 17)

3. POWER and HOLD switch (page 24)

To turn off the power, you need to slide the POWER switch for at least one second. This is to prevent the player from being accidentally turned off.

HOLD switch

■ The hold function locks the buttons on the DVD player so

that they will not work If accidentally touched.

* To enable, slide the HOLD switch on the leftside of the DVD

player to the HOLD position.

* To disable, slide the switch back to its original position.

4. VOLUME dial (page 24)

5. PHONES Jacks 1,2

6. AUDIO IN/OUT Jack (page 44)

7. VIDEO IN/OUT Jack (page 44)

8. LINE SELECT IN / OUT Switch (page 44)

9. DC iN 9.5V Jack (page 21)

Connect the AC adaptor.

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