Sony DVPNC-625, DVPNC-665-P Service manual

DVP-NC625/NC665P

RMT-D154A/D155A/D155P

SERVICE MANUAL

Photo : DVP-NC665P (BLACK)

RMT-D155P

SPECIFICATIONS

System

Laser: Semiconductor laser Signal format system:

NC625: US,CND,PX,E,MX: NTSC NC665P: US,CND: NTSC NC625: SP,AUS: PAL/NTSC NC625: AEP,UK: PAL/(NTSC)

Audio characteristics

Frequency response: DVD VIDEO (PCM

96kHZ): 2Hz to 44 kHZ (±1.0 dB)/ DVD VIDEO (PCM 48 kHZ): 2Hz tO 22 kHz (±0.5 dB)/CD: 2Hz to 20 kHz (±0.5 dB)

Singal-to nosie ratio (S/N ratio): 115 dB

(LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks only)

Harmonic distortion: 0.003% Dynamic range: DVD VIDEO: 103 dB/

CD:99 dB

Wow and flutter: Less than detected value

(±0.001% W PEAK)

The signals from LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks are measured. When you play PCM sound tracks with a 96 kHz sampling frequency, the output signals from the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack are converted to 48 kHz sampling frequency.

Outputs

(Jack name: Jack type/Output level/Load

impedance)

LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO): Phono jack/

2 Vrms/10 kilohms

DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL): Phono

jacks/0.5 Vp-p/75 ohms

DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL): Optical

output jack/–18 dBm (wave length: 660nm) (NC625:SP,AUS/NC665P:CND)

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y,PB/PR,

CB/CR): Phono jack/Y: 1.0Vp-p/

PB,PR,CB,CR:0.7Vp-p/75 ohms. Y: 1.0 ± 0.1 Vp-p Cb: 646 ± 50mVp-p Cr: 646 ± 50mVp-p (NC625:US,CND/ NC665P:US,CND) R,G,B: 700 ± 50Vp-p (NC625:UK,AEP)

LINE OUT (VIDEO): Phono jack/

1.0 Vp-p/75 ohms

S VIDEO OUT: 4-pin mini DIN/

Y: 1.0Vp-p/C:0.3 Vp-p (PAL),

0.286 Vp-p (NTSC)/75 ohms

(NC625:SP,AUS,US,CND,PX,MX,E/

NC665P)

US Model

Canadian Model

DVP-NC625/NC665P

PX Model

E Model

Mexico Model

AEP Model

UK Model

Singapore Model

Australia Model

DVP-NC625

General

Power requirements:

120V AC, 60Hz (NC665P/NC625:US,CND,MX,E) 110 to 240V AC, 50/60 Hz (NC625:UK,SP,AUS,CND,MX,E,US,PX) See Page 1-1 for further information.

Power consumption:

14W (DVP-NC625: US,CND,PX,E,MX,SP,AUS)/ 15W (DVP-NC665P: US/ NC625: AEP,UK) See page 1-1 for further information.

Dimensions (approx):

430 × 95.5 × 409mm (17 × 3 6/8 × 16 1/18in.) (width/height/ depth) incl. projecting parts

Mass (approx): 5.1kg (11 1b 4 oz) Operating temperature: 5°C to 35°C

(41°F to 95°F)

Operating humidity: 25% to 80%

Supplied accessories

See Page 14. (NC625:CND,US,PX) See Page 15. (NC625:AEP,MX,E, UK,SP,AUS/NC665P) See Page 16. (NC625:AEP)

Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.

ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. registered mark. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. (NC625:CND,US,CND,US,PX/NC665P)

CD/DVD PLAYER

DVP-NC625/NC665P

After correcting the original service problem, perform the following

safety checks before releasing the set to the customer.

SAFETY CHECK-OUT

1. Check the area of your repair for unsoldered or poorly-soldered connections. Check the entire board surface for solder splashes and bridges.

2. Check the interboard wiring to ensure that no wires are "pinched" or contact high-wattage resistors.

3. Look for unauthorized replacement parts, particularly transistors, that were installed during a previous repair. Point them out to the customer and recommend their replacement.

4. Look for parts which, though functioning, show obvious signs of deterioration. Point them out to the customer and recommend their replacement.

5. Check the line cord for cracks and abrasion. Recommend the replacement of any such line cord to the customer.

6. Check the B+ voltage to see it is at the values specified.

7. Check the antenna terminals, metal trim, "metallized" knobs, screws, and all other exposed metal parts for AC leakage. Check leakage as described below.

To Exposed Metal

Parts on Set

0.15 µF

Fig. A. Using an AC voltmeter to check AC leakage.

WHEN SERVICING, DO NOT APPROACH THE LASER EXIT WITH THE EYE TOO CLOSELY. IN CASE IT IS NECESSARY TO CONFIRM LASER BEAM EMISSION, BE SURE TO OBSERVE FROM A DISTANCE OF MORE THAN 25 cm FROM THE SURFACE OF THE OBJECTIVE LENS ON THE OPTICAL PICK-UP BLOCK.

1.5 k

Earth Ground

WARNING!!

Voltmeter (0.75 V)

CAUTION:

The use of optical instrument with this product will increase eye hazard.

LEAKAGE TEST

The AC leakage from any exposed metal part to earth ground and from all exposed metal parts to any exposed metal part having a return to chassis, must not exceed 0.5mA (500 microampers). Leakage current can be measured by any one of three methods.

1. A commercial leakage tester, such as the Simpson 229 or RCA TW-540A. Follow the manufacturers' instructions to use these instruments.

2. A battery-operated AC milliammeter. The Data Precision 245 digital multimeter is suitable for this job.

3. Measuring the voltage drop across a resistor by means of a VOM or battery-operated AC voltmeter. The "limit" indication is 0.75V, so analog meters must have an accurate low voltage scale. The Simpson 250 and Sanwa SH-63Trd are examples of a passive VOM that is suitable. Nearly all battery operated digital multimeters that have a 2V AC range are suitable. (See Fig. A)

Unleaded solder

Boards requiring use of unleaded solder are printed with the leadfree mark (LF) indicating the solder contains no lead. (Caution: Some printed circuit boards may not come printed with the lead free mark due to their particular size.)

: LEAD FREE MARK

Unleaded solder has the following characteristics.

• Unleaded solder melts at a temperature about 40°C higher than

ordinary solder. Ordinary soldering irons can be used but the iron tip has to be applied to the solder joint for a slightly longer time. Soldering irons using a temperature regulator should be set to about 350°C. Caution: The printed pattern (copper foil) may peel away if the heated tip is applied for too long, so be careful!

• Strong viscosity

Unleaded solder is more viscous (sticky, less prone to flow) than ordinary solder so use caution not to let solder bridges occur such as on IC pins, etc.

• Usable with ordinary solder

It is best to use only unleaded solder but unleaded solder may also be added to ordinary solder.

CAUTION

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

SAFETY-RELATED COMPONENT WARNING!!

COMPONENTS IDENTIFIED BY MARK OR DOTTED LINE WITH MARK ON THE SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS AND IN THE PARTS LIST ARE CRITICAL TO SAFE OPERATION. REPLACE THESE COMPONENTS WITH SONY PARTS WHOSE PART NUMBERS APPEAR AS SHOWN IN THIS MANUAL OR IN SUPPLEMENTS PUBLISHED BY SONY.

ATTENTION AU COMPOSANT AYANT RAPPORT

À LA SÉCURITÉ!

LES COMPOSANTS IDENTIFÉS PAR UNE MARQUE SUR LES

DIAGRAMMES SCHÉMATIQUES ET LA LISTE DES PIÈCES SONT CRITIQUES POUR LA SÉCURITÉ DE FONCTIONNEMENT. NE REMPLACER CES COMPOSANTS QUE PAR DES PIÈSES SONY DONT LES NUMÉROS SONT DONNÉS DANS CE MANUEL OU DANS LES SUPPÉMENTS PUBLIÉS PAR SONY.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SERVICE NOTE

1. Note on Removing the Upper Case ......................... 5

2. Disc Removal Procedure .......................................... 5

3. Note on Removing the Table Ass’y........................... 5

4. Note on Mounting the Gears .................................... 6

5. How to Service the MB-108 Board ........................... 7

6. Connection of Service Jig ......................................... 9

1. GENERAL

Precautions ................................................................. 1-1

About this Manual........................................................ 1-1

This Player Can Play the Following Discs ................... 1-1

Notes about the Discs ................................................. 1-1

Index to Parts and Controls ......................................... 1-2

Guide to On-Screen Displays (Control Bar) ................ 1-3

Simple Start Guide ......................................................... 1-3

Quick Overview ........................................................... 1-3

Step 1: Unpacking ....................................................... 1-3

Step 2: Inserting Batteries into the Remote ................ 1-3

Step 3: TV Hookups .................................................... 1-3

Step 4: Playing a Disc ................................................. 1-4

Hookups .......................................................................... 1-4

Hooking Up the Player ................................................ 1-4

Step 1: Connecting the Video Cords ........................... 1-4

Step 2: Connecting the Audio Cords ........................... 1-4

Step 3: Connecting the Power Cord ............................ 1-6

Step 4: Quick Setup .................................................... 1-6

Playing Discs .................................................................. 1-6

Playing Discs ............................................................... 1-6

Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc (Scan, Slow-motion Play, Search, Freeze Frame) ... 1-7 Resuming Playback from the Point Where You Stopped

the Disc (Resume Play/Multi-disc Resume) ............. 1-7

Using the DVD’s Menu ................................................ 1-8

Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC Functions

(PBC Playback) ............................................................

Playing an MP3 Audio Track ........................................ 1-8

Various Play Mode Functions (Program Play, Shuffle Play, Repeat Play,

A-B Repeat Play)...................................................... 1-9

Searching for a Scene .................................................. 1-10

Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track/Index/Scene

(Search mode) ........................................................ 1-10

Viewing Information About the Disc ............................. 1-10

Checking the Playing Time and Remaining Time ..... 1-10

Sound Adjustments ...................................................... 1-11

Changing the Sound ................................................. 1-11

TV Virtual Surround Settings (TVS) .......................... 1-11

Enjoying Movies ............................................................ 1-12

Changing the Angles ................................................. 1-12

Displaying the Subtitles ............................................. 1-12

Adjusting the Picture Quality (BNR) .......................... 1-12

Adjusting the Playback Picture

(CUSTOM PICTURE MODE) ..........................................

Enhancing the Playback Picture (DIGITAL VIDEO

ENHANCER) .......................................................... 1-13

Using Various Additional Functions .............................. 1-13

Locking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL,

PARENTAL CONTROL) .......................................... 1-13

Controlling Your TV with the Supplied Remote ......... 1-14

Settings and Adjustments ............................................. 1-15

Using the Setup Display ............................................ 1-15

Setting the Display or Sound Track Language

(LANGUAGE SETUP) ............................................ 1-15

Settings for the Display (SCREEN SETUP) .............. 1-15

1-8

1-12

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Custom Settings (CUSTOM SETUP) ........................ 1-15

Settings for the Sound (AUDIO SETUP) ................... 1-16

Additional Information ................................................... 1-16

Troubleshooting ......................................................... 1-16

Self-diagnosis Function (When letters/numbers appear

in the display) ......................................................... 1-17

Glossary .................................................................... 1-17

Language Code List .................................................. 1-18

2. DISASSEMBLY

2-1. Disassembly........................................................... 2-1

2-2. Upper Case ............................................................ 2-1

2-3. Front Panel Section ............................................... 2-2

2-4. Rear Panel ............................................................. 2-2

2-5. MB-108 Board........................................................ 2-3

2-6. DV-034 Board ........................................................ 2-3

2-7. AV-072 Board ......................................................... 2-4

2-8. ER-14 Board (AEP, UK) ......................................... 2-4

2-9. Table Ass’y ............................................................. 2-4

2-10. Loading Motor Ass’y .............................................. 2-5

2-11. Optical Pick-Up ...................................................... 2-5

2-12. Power Block ........................................................... 2-6

2-13. IF-099 and FR-197 Boards .................................... 2-6

2-14. Internal Views ........................................................ 2-7

2-15. Circuit Boards Location ......................................... 2-8

3. BLOCK DIAGRAMS

3-1. Overall Block Diagram ........................................... 3-1

3-2. System Control Block Diagram .............................. 3-3

3-3. RF/Servo Block Diagram ....................................... 3-5

3-4. Signal Processor Block Diagram ........................... 3-7

3-5. Audio Block Diagram ............................................. 3-9

3-6. Video Block Diagram (NC625)............................. 3-11

3-7. Video Block Diagram (NC665P) .......................... 3-13

3-8. Interface Control Block Diagram .......................... 3-15

3-9. Power Block Diagram (1/3) .................................. 3-17

3-10. Power Block Diagram (2/3) .................................. 3-19

3-11. Power Block Diagram (3/3) .................................. 3-21

4. PRINTED WIRING BOARDS AND SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS

4-1. Frame Schematic Diagram .................................... 4-1

4-2. Printed Wiring Boards and Schematic Diagram .... 4-3

Waveforms ............................................................. 4-5

• MB-108 (DVD/CD RF AMP,Digital Servo, Motor Drive,Servo,AV Decoder,SD RAM, System Control,Audio DAC,PLL)

Printed Wiring Board ........................................ 4-7

• MB-108 (System Control) (1/6)

Schematic Diagram .......................................... 4-9

• MB-108 (Motor Drive) (2/6)

Schematic Diagram ........................................ 4-11

• MB-108 (Servo) (3/6) Schematic Diagram........ 4-13

• MB-108 (AV Decoder) (4/6)

Schematic Diagram ........................................ 4-15

• MB-108 (1/P Converter) (5/6)

Schematic Diagram ........................................ 4-17

• MB-108 (Audio DAC, PLL) (6/6)

Schematic Diagram ........................................ 4-19

• AV-072 (Audio Out, Video Out)

Printed Wiring Board ...................................... 4-25

• AV-072 (Audio Out) (1/2)

Schematic Diagram ........................................ 4-27

• AV-072 (Video Out) (2/2)

Schematic Diagram ........................................ 4-29

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• ER-14 (Line1 Out)

Printed Wiring Board ...................................... 4-33

• ER-14 Board (AEP,UK Model only)

Line1 Out Schematic Diagram ....................... 4-35

• IF-099 (If Com) Printed Wiring Board ............... 4-37

• IF-099 (If Com) (1/2) Schematic Diagram......... 4-39

• IF-099 (If Com) (2/2) Schematic Diagram......... 4-41

• PL-032 (Led), SW-385 (Switch)

Printed Wiring Boards .................................... 4-43

• PL-032 (Led), SW-385 (Switch)

Schematic Diagrams ...................................... 4-45

• FR-197 (Function SW/Led)

Printed Wiring Board ...................................... 4-47

• FR-197 (Function SW/Led)

Schematic Diagram ........................................ 4-49

• DV-034 (Connector)

Printed Wiring Board ...................................... 4-51

• DV-034 (Connector) Schematic Diagram .......... 4-53

• SE-130 (Sensor), MD-94 (MD Interface)

Printed Wiring Board ...................................... 4-55

• SE-130 (Sensor), MD-94 (MD Interface)

Schematic Diagram ........................................ 4-57

• ETXNY410M0F (Switching Regulator)

Printed Wiring Board ...................................... 4-59

• ETXNY410M0F (Switching Regulator)

Schematic Diagram ........................................ 4-61

• DPS-21BP (Switching Regulator)

Printed Wiring Board ...................................... 4-63

• DPS-21BP (Switching Regulator)

Schematic Diagram ........................................ 4-65

5. IC PIN FUNCTION DESCRIPTION

5-1. System Control Pin Function

(MB-108 Board IC104:

MB91307RPFV-G-BND-E1) ..................................

5-1

6. TEST MODE

6-1. General Description ............................................... 6-1

6-2. Starting Test Mode ................................................. 6-1

6-3. Syscon Diagnosis .................................................. 6-1

6-4. Drive Auto Adjustment ........................................... 6-5

6-5. Drive Manual Operation ......................................... 6-7

6-6. Mecha Aging ........................................................ 6-11

6-7. Emergency History .............................................. 6-11

6-8. Version Infromation .............................................. 6-11

6-9. Video Level Adjustment ....................................... 6-11

6-10. If Con Self Diagnostic Function ........................... 6-12

6-11. Troubleshooting ................................................... 6-19

6-12. Mechanism Test Mode Adjustment ...................... 6-22

6-12-1. How to enter the mechanism test mode .......... 6-22

6-12-2. Types of the mechanism test mode .................. 6-22

6-12-3. Description of Each Mode ................................ 6-22

7. ELECTRICAL ADJUSTMENT

7-1. Power Supply Adjustment ...................................... 7-1

7-2. Adjustment of Video System ................................. 7-2

1. Video Level Adjustment (MB-108 Board) .............. 7-2

2. Progressive Video Output Level Adjustment

(MB-108 Board) .................................................. 7-2

3. Checking S Video Output S-Y ............................... 7-2

4. Checking S Video Output S-C ............................... 7-2

5. Checking Component Video Output Y

(US, Canadian, Australian, PX Model) ............... 7-3

6. Checking Component Video Output B-Y

(US, Canadian, Australian, PX Model) ............... 7-3

7. Checking Component Video Output R-Y

(US, Canadian, Australian, PX Model) ............... 7-3

8. Checking RGB Output R (AEP, UK Model) ........... 7-3

9. Checking RGB Output G (AEP, UK Model) ........... 7-4

10. Checking RGB Output B (AEP, UK Model) ............ 7-4

7-3. Adjustment

Related Parts Arrangement ...................

7-5

8. REPAIR PARTS LIST

8-1. Exploded Views ..................................................... 8-1

8-1-1. Overall Section .................................................. 8-2

8-1-2. Front Panel Section ........................................... 8-3

8-1-3. Loading Section ................................................ 8-4

8-1-4. Chassis Section ................................................ 8-5

8-2. Electrical Parts List ................................................ 8-6

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SERVICE NOTE

DVP-NC625/NC665P

1. NOTE ON REMOVING THE UPPER CASE

1) Remove the four tapping screws and three screws. (See Fig. 1)

2) Open the sides of case. (See Fig. 1)

3) Remove the upper case in the direction of the arrow A.

Three screws (B3)

Two tapping screws

3. NOTE ON REMOVING THE TABLE ASS’Y

1) Remove the two screws. (See Fig. 3)

Screw (M2.6 8)

Fig. 3.

Two tapping screws

Fig. 1.

2. DISC REMOVAL PROCEDURE

1) Insert a flat-head (-) screwdriver into a hole at the bottom, and

rotate the cam gear in the direction of the arrow A. (See Fig.2)

Cam gear

Hole

Table

2) Remove the two Plates (guide) in the direction of the arrows

A and B.

3) Remove the Table ass’y in the direction of the arrow C.

4) Remove the Flexible flat cable (See Fig. 4).

Flexible flat cable

Table ass'y

Plate (guide)

(FMS-18: CN002)

Fig. 2.

Plate (guide)

Fig. 4.

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4. NOTE ON MOUNTING THE GEARS

1) Mount the gear (chuck). (See Fig. 5)

2) Rotate the gear (chuck) in the direction of the arrow. (down position) (See Fig. 5)

Gear (chuck)

Fig. 5.

3) Connect the boss of the gear (swing) with the groove of the rotary encoder and mount the gear (swing). (See Fig. 6)

4) Align triangle mark of the chassis with the groove of the gear (swing).

5) Mount the gear (idler) while aligning the engagement of the gear (swing) and the gear (chuck). (See Fig. 7)

Engagement the gear (swing) and the gear (chuck).

Gear (swing)

Gear (idler)

Gear (chuck)

Gear (swing)

Groove

Gear (swing)

Boss

Align triangle mark of the chassis with the groove of the gear (swing).

Fig. 6.

Fig. 7.

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Connector (CN101)

Stand

(with CK-121 board)

MB-108 board

Two screws (B3)

5. HOW TO SERVICE THE MB-108 BOARD

Jig

Stand

(CK-121 board)

(J-6090-132-A)

CK-120 board

(J-6090-127-A)

Harness 6P (J-6090-126-A)

Five flexible flat cables

FFC 26P J-6090-117-A, FFC 9P J-6090-118-A,

FFC 25P J-6090-122-A, FFC 11P J-6090-120-A

Fig. 8.

1) Remove the upper case from the set. (Refer to section 2-1)

2) Remove the MB-108 board. (Refer to section 2-4)

3) Set the MB-108 board in the stand (with CK-121 board) as shown in Fig. 9.

Fig. 9.

4) Set the CK-120 board in the place where the MB-108 board is removed, as shown in Fig. 10.

Flexible flat cable

(FMO-6: CN103)

Connector (CN109)

Flexible flat cable

(FMM-42: CN101)

Four screws (B3)

CK-120

board

Board to board

connector (CN111)

Flexible flat cable

(FMC-15: CN107)

Fig. 10.

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5) Set the four flexible flat cables as shown in Fig. 11.

Flexible flat cable

(FFC 9P: CN204)

Flexible flat cable

(FFC 26P: CN203)

Connector (CN301)

Connector (CN102)

Connector (CN104)

MB-108

Fig. 11.

6) Set the flexible flat cable and the harness as shown in Fig. 12.

Flexible flat cable

(FFC 25P: CN601)

Connector (CN203)

Connector

(CN304)

Harness (6P: CN102)

7) Set is finished.

Fig. 12.

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6. CONNECTION OF SERVICE JIG

DVP-NC625/NC665P

AV-072 board

CN201

Mechanism deck

CN301

DV-034

CN308

CN311

FFC 26P

(Used the set)

FFC 9P

(Used the set)

FFC 11P

(Used the set)

B to B Connector 9P

HARNESS 6P (Used the set)

CK-120 board

CN101 CN102

CN103 CN104

CN107 CN108

CN110

CN111

CN109

CN112 CN201

FFC 26P

FFC 9P

FFC 11P

HARNESS 6P

FFC15P

CN203

CN204

CN201

CN102

B to B Connector 9P

Stand

(CK-121 board)

FFC25P

CN601

MB-108

board

CN101

CN202

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MEMO

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Precautions

On safety

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

• To prevent fire or shock hazard, 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 personnel before operating it any further.

On power sources

• The player is not disconnected from the AC power source 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, grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.

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.

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

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

• Do not place heavy objects on the player.

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.

• When you move the player, take out any discs. If you don’t, the disc may be damaged.

On adjusting volume

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

Do not use a commercially available cleaning disc. It may cause a 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 television and projection televisions are especially susceptible to this.

On 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 tray. 2 Press Z to close the disc tray.

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

3 Press ?/1 to turn off the player.

The player enters standby mode.

4 Disconnect the AC power cord.

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

SECTION 1

GENERAL

This section is extracted from instruction manual. (DVP-NC665P : 3-081-946-21)

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.

•“DVD” may be used as a general term for DVD VIDEOs, DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs and DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs.

• The meaning of the icons used in this manual is described below:

Icon Meaning

Functions available for DVD VIDEOs and DVD-RWs/ DVD-Rs in video mode or DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs

Functions available for DVDRWs in VR (Video Recording) mode

Functions available for VIDEO CDs, Super VCDs or CD-Rs/ CD-RWs in video CD format or Super VCD format

Functions available for DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CDRWs containing MP3* audio tracks)

Functions available for music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in

* MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard

music CD format

format defined by ISO (International Standard Organization)/MPEG which compresses audio data.

DVP-NC625/NC665P

This Player Can Play the Following Discs

Format of discs

DVD VIDEO (page 72)

DVD-RW (page 72)

VIDEO CD

Music CD

“DVD VIDEO” and “DVD-RW” are trademarks.

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 VIDEOs labeled will also play on this player.

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

00V 00Hz

NO.

00W

Example of discs that the player cannot play

The player cannot play the following discs:

• All CD-ROMs (including PHOTO CDs)/ CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those recorded in the following formats:

–music CD format –video CD format

ALL

Region code

DVP–XXXX

0-000-000-00

–MP3 format that conforms to ISO9660*

Level 1/Level 2, or its extended format, Joliet

• Data part of CD-Extras

• DVD-ROMs

• DVD Audio discs

• HD layer on Super Audio CDs

* A logical format of files and folders on CD-

ROMs defined by ISO (International Standard Organization).

Also, the player cannot play the following discs:

• A DVD VIDEO with a different region code.

• A disc recorded in a color system other than NTSC, such as PAL or SECAM (this player conforms to the NTSC color system).

• A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g., card, heart).

• A disc with paper or stickers on it.

• A disc that has the adhesive of cellophane

tape or a sticker still left on it.

Notes

• Notes about DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs, DVD+RWs/ DVD+Rs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs

Some DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs, DVD+RWs/ DVD+Rs, or CD-Rs/CD-RWs cannot be played on this player due to the recording quality or physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of the recording device and authoring software. The disc will not play if it has not been correctly finalized. Also, images in DVD-RW discs with CPRM* protection may not be played if they contain a copy protection signal. “Copyright lock” appears on the screen. For more information, see the operating instructions for the recording device. Note that discs created in the Packet Write format cannot be played. * CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable

Media) is a coding technology that protects copyright for images.

• Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies

This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, various music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies are marketed by some record companies. Please be aware that among those discs, there are some that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product.

Note on playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs

Some playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs may be intentionally set 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.

Copyrights

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents, 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.

Notes about the Discs

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

• 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 the temperature may rise considerably inside the car.

• After playing, store the disc in its case.

• Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth.

Wipe the disc from the center out.

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

Index to Parts and Controls

For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.

Front panel

A [/1 (on/standby) button (27) B DISC SELECT 1 – 5 buttons (28) C (remote sensor) (15) D Front panel display (9) E H (playback) button (27)

The H button has a tactile dot.*

F X (pause) button (28) G x (stop) button (28) H ./> (previous/next) buttons (28) I EXCHANGE button (29)

J A (open/close) button (27) K DISC SKIP button (27) L PROGRESSIVE button (18, 24) M PROGRESSIVE indicator (18) N PICTURE MODE button (55) O SURROUND button (51) P ONE/ALL button (36) Q LOAD button (28)

* Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating

the player.

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Front panel display

When playing back a DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW

Disc type

Current disc

Disc numbers (28)

All discs mode (36)

Lights up when you can change the angle (53)

Playing

Lights up during Repeat Play (39)

status

Current audio signal (49)

When playing back a VIDEO CD with Playback Control (PBC) (32)

Disc numbers (28)

Disc type

Playing

Current disc

All discs mode (36)

Lights up during A-B Repeat Play (40)

status

When playing back a CD, DATA CD (MP3 audio), or VIDEO CD (without PBC)

Disc type

Current disc

Lights up when playing MP3 audio tracks (33)

Disc numbers (28)

All discs mode (36)

Current track (46)

Playing

Lights up during Repeat Play (39)

status

Playing time of the current title (46)

Current playing time (46)

Rear panel

A DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack (21)

(22) (23)

B DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack (21)

(22) (23)

C LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jack (20)

(21) (22)

D LINE OUT (VIDEO) jack (16) E S VIDEO OUT jack (16) F COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, P

PR) jacks (16)

Remote

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A TV [/1 (on/standby) button (62) B Z OPEN/CLOSE button (27) C Number buttons (31)

The number 5 button has a tactile dot.*

D CLEAR button (36) E SUBTITLE button (53) F AUDIO button (49) G ./> PREV (previous) /NEXT

buttons (28)

H t m/T M SCAN/SLOW

buttons (41)

I X PAUSE button (28) J H PLAY button (27)

The H button has a tactile dot.*

K C/X/x/c buttons (31) L DISPLAY button (12) M TOP MENU button (31) N [/1 (on/standby) button (27) O VOL (volume) +/– buttons (62)

The + button has a tactile dot.*

P TV/VIDEO button (62) Q TIME/TEXT button (45) R DISC SKIP button (27) S ANGLE button (53) T SUR (surround) button (51) U PICTURE NAVI (picture navigation)

button (44)

V REPEAT button (39) W INSTANT SEARCH/STEP

button (28, 41)

X INSTANT REPLAY/STEP

button (28, 41)

Y x STOP button (28) Z ENTER button (24)

wj O RETURN button (29) wk MENU button (31) (33)

* Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating

the player.

Guide to the Control Menu Display

Use the Control Menu to select a function and to view related information. Press DISPLAY repeatedly to turn on or change the Control Menu display as follows:

Control Menu display 1

Control Menu display 2 (DVD/VIDEO CD only)

ADVANCED display (DVD only, see page 47.)

Control Menu display off

z Hint

You can skip the ADVANCED display by setting “OFF” under “ADVANCED” in the Control Menu (page

47).

Control Menu

The Control Menu display 1 and 2 will show different items depending on the disc type. For details, please refer to the pages in parentheses.

Example: Control Menu display 1 when playing a DVD VIDEO

Currently playing disc number

Currently playing title number*

Currently playing chapter number**

Total number of titles*

Total number of

1 1 2 ( 2 7 1 8 ( 3 4 T

1 : 3 2 : 5 5

OFF OFF 1: ENGLISH 2: FRENCH 3: SPANISH

chapters**

) )

ENTER RETURN

Control Menu items

Selected item

Function name of selected Control Menu item

Operation message

* Displays the scene number for VIDEO CDs (PBC is on), track number for VIDEO CDs/CDs, album

number for DATA CDs.

**Displays the index number for VIDEO CDs/CDs, MP3 audio track number for DATA CDs.

SUBTITLE Select: Cancel:

Playback status (N Playback, X Pause, x Stop, etc.)

PLAY DVD VIDEO

Type of disc being played back

Playing time

Current setting

Options

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List of Control Menu Items

Item Item Name, Function, Relevant Disc Type

DISC (page 42)

Selects the disc to be played.

TITLE (page 42)/SCENE (page 42)/TRACK (page 42)

Selects the title, scene, or track to be played.

CHAPTER (page 42)/INDEX (page 42)

Selects the chapter or index to be played.

ALBUM (page 42)

Selects the album to be played.

TRACK (page 42)

Selects the track to be played.

INDEX (page 42)

Selects the index to be played.

ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST (page 31)

Selects the type of titles (DVD-RW) to be played, the ORIGINAL one, or an edited PLAY LIST.

TIME/TEXT (page 42)

Checks the elapsed time and the remaining playback time. Input the time code for picture and music searching. Displays the DVD/CD text or the DATA CD’s track name.

AUDIO (page 49)

Changes the audio setting.

SUBTITLE (page 53)

Displays the subtitles. Changes the subtitle language.

ANGLE (page 53)

Changes the angle.

TVS (TV Virtual Surround) (page 51)

Selects the surround functions.

ADVANCED (page 47)

Displays the information (bit rate or layer) of the disc currently playing.

PARENTAL CONTROL (page 58)

Set to prohibit playback on this player.

SETUP (page 63)

QUICK Setup (page 24) Use Quick Setup to choose the desired language of the on-screen display, the aspect ratio of the TV and the audio output signals. CUSTOM Setup In addition to the Quick Setup setting, you can adjust other various settings. RESET Returns the settings in “SETUP” to the default setting.

ALL DISCS/ONE DISC (page 36)

Selects All Discs or One Disc mode.

PROGRAM (page 36)

Selects the disc, title, chapter, or track to play in the order you want.

SHUFFLE (page 38)

Plays the disc, title, chapter, or track in random order.

REPEAT (page 39)

Plays the entire disc (all titles/all tracks/all albums) repeatedly or one title/chapter/ track/album repeatedly.

A-B REPEAT (page 40)

Specifies the parts you want to play repeatedly.

BNR (page 54)

Adjusts the picture quality by reducing the “block noise” or mosaic like patterns that appear on your TV screen.

CUSTOM PICTURE MODE (page 55)

Adjusts the video signal from the player. You can select the picture quality that best suits the program you are watching.

DIGITAL VIDEO ENHANCER (page 56)

Exaggerates the outline of the image to produce a sharper picture.

PICTURE NAVIGATION (page 44)

Divides the screen into 9 subscreens to help you find the scene you want quickly.

z Hint

The Control Menu icon indicator lights up in green when you select any item except “OFF.” (“TVS,” “PROGRAM,” “SHUFFLE,” “REPEAT,” “A-B REPEAT,” “BNR,” “DIGITAL VIDEO ENHANCER” only). The “ANGLE” indicator lights up in green only when the angles can be changed. The “CUSTOM PICTURE MODE” indicator lights up in green when any setting other than “STANDARD” is selected.

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Hooking Up the Player

Follow Steps 1 to 6 to hook up and adjust the settings of the player.

Notes

• Plug cords securely to prevent unwanted noise.

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

• You cannot connect this player to a TV that does not have a video input jack.

• Be sure to disconnect the power of each component before connecting.

Step 1: Unpacking

Check that you have the following items:

• Audio/video cord (pinplug × 3 y pinplug × 3) (1)

• Remote commander (remote) (1)

• Size AA (R6) batteries (2)

Step 2: Inserting Batteries into the Remote

You can control the player using the supplied remote. Insert two Size AA (R6) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the player.

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 light from the sun or a lighting apparatus. Doing so may cause a

malfunction.

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

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Step 3: Connecting the Video Cords

Connect this player to your TV monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver) using a video cord. Select one of the patterns A through C, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver).

Audio/video

(yellow)

cord (supplied)

TV, projector or AV amplifier (receiver)

(yellow)

to LINE OUT (VIDEO)

CD/DVD player

to S VIDEO OUT

l : Signal flow

A If you are connecting to a video input jack

Connect the yellow plug of the audio/video cord (supplied) to the yellow (video) jacks. You will enjoy standard quality images.

Yellow (Video)

White (L)

Red (R)

Use the red and white plugs to connect to the audio input jacks (page 20). (Do this if you are connecting to a TV only.)

Component video cord (not supplied)

(green)

S VIDEO cord (not supplied)

TV, projector or AV amplifier (receiver)

(red)(blue)

to COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

TV, projector or AV amplifier (receiver)

Yellow (Video)

White (L)

Red (R)

(green)

(blue)

(red)

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B If you are connecting to an S VIDEO input jack

Connect an S VIDEO cord (not supplied). You will enjoy high quality images.

C If you are connecting to a monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver) having component video input jacks (Y/P

Connect the component via the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks using a component video cord (not supplied) or three video cords (not supplied) of the same kind and length. You will enjoy accurate color reproduction and high quality images. If your TV accepts progressive (480p) format signals, you must use this connection and then press PROGRESSIVE on the front panel to accept progressive video signals. See “Using the PROGRESSIVE button” on the next page for more information.

Green

Blue

Red

When connecting to a wide screen TV

Depending on the disc, the image of some discs may not fit your TV screen. If you want to change the aspect ratio, please refer to page 65.

Notes

• Connect the player directly to the TV. If you pass the player signals via the VCR, you may not receive a clear image on the TV screen.

CD/DVD player

• Consumers should note that not all high definition television sets are fully compatible with this product and may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture. In the case of 480 progressive scan picture problems, it is recommended that you switches the connection to the standard definition output. If there are questions regarding your Sony TV set’s compatibility with this model 480p DVD player, please contact our customer service center.

VCR

Connect directly

B/PR

)

Green

Blue

Red

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Using the PROGRESSIVE button

You can fine-tune the Progressive 480p video signal output when you press PROGRESSIVE on the front panel (the PROGRESSIVE indicator lights up in blue) and connect the player using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks to a TV that is able to accept the video signal in progressive format.

◆ Conversion Modes

DVD software can be divided into two types: film based software and video based software. Video based software is derived from the TV, such as dramas and sit-coms, and displays images at 30 frames/60 fields per second. Film based software is derived from film and displays images at 24 frames per second. Some DVD software contains both Video and Film. In order for these images to appear natural on your screen when output in PROGRESSIVE mode (60 frames per second), the progressive video signal needs to be converted to match the type of DVD software that you are watching. Press PROGRESSIVE repeatedly to turn or change the displays as follows:

* Appears as NORMAL, P AUTO, P VIDEO, or P FILM on the front panel display

• NORMAL (INTERLACE) Select this when you are connected to a standard (Interlace format) TV.

• PROGRESSIVE AUTO Select this when you are connected to a progressive TV. This will automatically detect if you are playing Film based or Video based software and convert the signal to the appropriate conversion mode. Normally select this position when you are connected to a progressive TV.

• PROGRESSIVE VIDEO Select this when you are connected to a progressive TV. This will set the conversion mode for Video based software, regardless of the type of software that you are playing.

• PROGRESSIVE FILM Select this when you are connected to a progressive TV. This will set the conversion mode for Film based software, regardless of the type of software that you are playing.

Notes

• When you select PROGRESSIVE FILM, the progressive format images may become unclear or unnatural. If this happens, select PROGRESSIVE VIDEO.

• When you play video based software with progressive signals, sections of some types of images may appear unnatural due to the conversion process when output through the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. Images from the S VIDEO OUT and LINE OUT (VIDEO) jacks are unaffected as they are output in the normal (interlace) format.

NORMAL (INTERLACE)*

PROGRESSIVE AUTO*

PROGRESSIVE VIDEO*

PROGRESSIVE FILM*

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Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords

Refer to the chart below to select the connection that best suits your system. Be sure to also read the instructions for the components you wish to connect.

Select a connection

Select one of the following connections, through .

Components to be connected Connection Your setup

• Surround effects: TVS DYNAMIC (page 51), TVS WIDE (page 51)

Stereo amplifier (receiver)

• Surround effects: TVS STANDARD (page 52)

MD deck/DAT deck

• Surround effects: TVS STANDARD (page 52)

AV amplifier (receiver) having a Dolby* Surround (Pro Logic) decoder and 3 to 6 speakers

• Surround effects: Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) (page 68)

AV amplifier (receiver) with a digital input jack having a Dolby Digital or DTS** decoder and 6 speakers

• Surround effects: Dolby Digital (5.1ch) (page 68), DTS (5.1ch) (page 68)

and two speakers

A D

(page 20) Example

(page 21) Example

(page 22) Example

(page 23) Example

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Connecting to your TV

This connection will use your TV speakers for sound.

CD/DVD player

(yellow)*

(white)

(red)

Audio/video

to LINE OUT

l : Signal flow

* The yellow plug is used for video signals (page

16).

z Hint

When connecting to a monaural TV, use a stereomono conversion cord (not supplied). Connect the LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks to the TV’s audio input jack.

L/R (AUDIO)

cord (supplied)

(yellow)*

(white)

(red)

to audio input

* Manufactured under license from Dolby

Laboratories. “Dolby,” “Pro Logic,” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

** “DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks

of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

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Connecting to a stereo amplifier (receiver) and 2 speakers/Connecting to

an MD deck or DAT deck

If the stereo amplifier (receiver) has audio input jacks L and R only, use . If the amplifier (receiver) has a digital input jack, or when connecting to an MD deck or DAT deck, use . In this case, you can also connect the player directly to the MD deck or DAT deck without using your stereo amplifier (receiver).

CD/DVD player

Stereo audio cord (not supplied)

(white)

Stereo amplifier (receiver)

MD deck/DAT deck

to DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL)

Optical digital cord (not supplied) Remove jack cap before connecting.

to coaxial or optical digital input

[Speakers]

Front (L)

Front (R)

l: Signal flow

Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)

B-1

(white)

(red)

to LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO)

(red)

to audio input

B-2

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Connecting to an AV amplifier (receiver) having a Dolby Surround (Pro

Logic) decoder and 3 to 6 speakers

You can enjoy the Dolby Surround effects only when playing Dolby Surround audio or multichannel audio (Dolby Digital) discs. If your amplifier (receiver) has L and R audio input jacks only, use . If your amplifier (receiver) has a digital input jack, use .

CD/DVD player

Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)

to DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL)

Optical digital cord (not supplied) Remove jack cap before connecting.

to coaxial or optical digital input

[Speakers]

Rear (R)

Rear (L)

l: Signal flow

Note

When connecting 6 speakers, replace the monaural rear speaker with a center speaker, 2 rear speakers and a subwoofer.

Subwoofer

C-2

Stereo audio cord (not supplied)

Amplifier (receiver) with Dolby Surround decoder

Center

C-1

(white)

(red)

to LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO)

(red)(white)

to audio input

[Speakers]

Front (L)

Rear (mono)

Front (R)

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Connecting to an AV amplifier (receiver) with a digital input jack having

a Dolby Digital, or DTS decoder and 6 speakers

This connection will allow you to use the Dolby Digital, or DTS decoder function of your AV amplifier (receiver).

CD/DVD player

to DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)

Optical digital cord (not supplied) Remove jack cap before connecting.

to optical digital input

[Speakers]

Front (L)

Center

Front (R)

to DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL)

Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)

to coaxial digital

Subwoofer

input

AV amplifier (receiver) having a decoder

[Speakers]

Rear (L)

Rear (R)

l: Signal flow

Note

After you have completed the connection, be sure to set “DOLBY DIGITAL” to “DOLBY DIGITAL” and “DTS” to “ON” in Quick Setup (page 24).

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Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord

Plug the player and TV power cords into an AC outlet.

Step 6: Quick Setup

Follow the steps below to make the minimum number of basic adjustments for using the player. To skip an adjustment, press >. To return to the previous adjustment, press ..

4 Press ENTER without inserting a

disc.

The Setup Display for selecting the language used in the on-screen display appears.

LANGUAGE SETUP

OSD: MENU: AUDIO:

1 Turn on the TV. 2 Press [/1.

Press PROGRESSIVE on the front panel only if you have made video connection C (page 16) and wish to view progressive video signals. The PROGRESSIVE indicator lights up in blue when the player outputs progressive signal.

3 Switch the input selector on your

TV so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen.

“Press [ENTER] to run QUICK SETUP.” appears at the bottom of the screen. If this message does not appear, select “QUICK” under “SETUP” in the Control Menu to run Quick Setup (page 64).

SUBTITLE:

5 Press X/x to select a language.

The player uses the language selected here to display the menu and subtitles as well.

6 Press ENTER.

The Setup Display for selecting the aspect ratio of the TV to be connected appears.

SCREEN SETUP

TV TYPE: SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND:

BLACK LEVEL: BLACK LEVEL

(COMPONENT OUT)

PORTUGUESE

4:3 LETTER BOX 4:3 LETTER BOX

4:3 PAN SCAN

ENGLISH ENGLISH

FRENCH

SPANISH

16:9

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Press X/x to select the setting that matches your TV type.

◆ If you have a 4:3 standard TV

• 4:3 LETTER BOX or 4:3 PAN SCAN (page 65)

◆ If you have a wide-screen TV or a 4:3

standard TV with a wide-screen mode

• 16:9 (page 65)

Press ENTER.

The Setup Display for selecting the type of jack used to connect your amplifier (receiver) appears.

Is this player connected to an amplifier (receiver) ? Select the type of jack you are using.

YES

LINE OUTPUT L/R (AUDIO) DIGITAL OUTPUT

Press X/x to select the type of jack (if any) you are using to connect to an amplifier (receiver), then press ENTER.

Choose the item that matches the audio connection you selected on pages 20 to 23 ( through ).

• If you connect just a TV and nothing else, select “NO.” Quick Setup is finished and connections are complete.

B-1 C-1

• Select “LINE OUTPUT L/R (AUDIO).” Quick Setup is finished and connections are complete.

B-2 C-2

• Select “DIGITAL OUTPUT.” The Setup Display for “DOLBY DIGITAL” appears.

Press X/x to select the type of

Dolby Digital signal you wish to send to your amplifier (receiver).

Choose the signal that matches the audio connection you selected on pages 21 to 23 ( through ).

B D

AUDIO SETUP

AUDIO ATT: AUDIO DRC: DOWNMIX: DIGITAL OUT:

DOLBY DIGITAL: DTS:

B-2 C-2

• D-PCM (page 68)

• DOLBY DIGITAL (only if the amplifier (receiver) has a Dolby Digital decoder) (page 68)

Press ENTER.

“DTS” is selected.

AUDIO SETUP

AUDIO ATT: AUDIO DRC: DOWNMIX: DIGITAL OUT:

DOLBY DIGITAL: DTS:

Press X/x to select whether or

STANDARD

DOLBY SURROUND

DOLBY DIGITAL

STANDARD

DOLBY SURROUND

not you wish to send a DTS signal to your amplifier (receiver).

Choose the item that matches the audio connection you selected on pages 21 to 23 ( through ).

B D

B-2 C-2

• OFF (page 68)

• ON (only if the amplifier (receiver) has a DTS decoder) (page 68)

Press ENTER.

Quick Setup is finished. All connections and setup operations are complete.

OFF

D-PCM D-PCM

OFF

D-PCM

OFF OFF

Enjoying the surround sound

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effects

To enjoy the surround sound effects of this player or your amplifier (receiver), set the following items as described below for the audio connection you selected on pages 21 to 23 ( through ). Each of these is the

B D

default setting and does not need to be adjusted when you first connect the player. Refer to page 63 for using the Setup Display.

Audio Connection (pages 20 to 23)

• No additional settings are needed.

C-1

B-1

• Set “DOWNMIX” to “DOLBY SURROUND” (page 68).

• If the sound distorts even when the volume is turned down, set “AUDIO ATT” to “ON” (page 67).

B-2 C-2 D

• Set “DOWNMIX” to “DOLBY SURROUND” (page 68).

• Set “DIGITAL OUT” to “ON” (page 68).

Playing Discs

Depending on the DVD or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted.

Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your disc.

Turn on your TV.

Press [/1.

The player turns on.

Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen.

◆ When using an amplifier (receiver)

Turn on the amplifier (receiver) and select the appropriate channel so that you can hear sound from the player.

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Press A on the player, and place a disc on the disc tray.

To place other discs on the tray, press DISC SKIP and place the discs in the order you want to play them. Each time you press DISC SKIP, the disc tray turns so you can place the discs on the empty compartments. The player plays from the last disc placed on the tray.

Disc

With the playback side facing down

Press H.

The disc tray closes, and the player starts playback (continuous play). Adjust the volume on the TV or the amplifier (receiver). Depending on the disc, a menu may appear on the TV screen. For DVD VIDEOs, see page 31. For VIDEO CDs, see page 32.

To turn off the player

Press [/1. The player enters standby mode.

z Hint

You can have the player turn off automatically whenever you leave it in stop mode for more than 30 minutes. To turn on this function, set “AUTO POWER OFF” in “CUSTOM SETUP” to “ON” (page 66).

Notes on playing DTS sound tracks on a CD

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

compartment number

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Playing Discs

• Set the sound to “STEREO” using the AUDIO button when you play DTS sound tracks on a CD (page 49).

• Do not play DTS sound tracks without first connecting the player to an audio component having a built-in DTS decoder.

• The player outputs the DTS signal via the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) jack even if “DTS” in “AUDIO SETUP” is set to “OFF” in the Setup Display (page 68), and may affect your ears or cause your speakers to be damaged.

Notes on playing DTS sound tracks on a DVD

• DTS audio signals are output only through the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) jack.

• When you play a DVD VIDEO with DTS sound tracks, set “DTS” to “ON” in

“AUDIO SETUP” (page 68).

• If you connect the player to audio

equipment without a DTS decoder, do not set “DTS” to “ON” in “AUDIO SETUP” (page 68). A loud noise may come out from the speakers, affecting your ears or causing the speakers to be damaged.

Additional operations

To Operation

Select a disc Press DISC SELECT

Stop Press x Pause Press X

Resume play after pause

Go to the next disc Press DISC SKIP

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

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

Stop play and remove the disc

Replay the previous scene*

Briefly fast forward the current scene**

Check if a disc is in the disc compartment

* For DVD VIDEOs and DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs

only.

**For DVD VIDEOs and DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs or

DVD+RWs only.

z Hints

• The Instant Replay function is useful when you want to review a scene or dialog that you missed.

• The Instant Search function is useful when you want to pass over a scene that you don’t want to watch.

• Before loading the discs, a disc number indicator of an empty compartment may be lit.

Note

You may not be able to use the Replay function with some scenes.

1–5 on the player

Press X or H

Press >

Press .

Press Z

Press INSTANT REPLAY during playback

Press INSTANT SEARCH during playback

Press LOAD on the player. The disc number indicators on the front panel display (1–5) light up.

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Replacing discs while playing a

disc (EXCHANGE)

You can open the disc tray while playing a disc so that you can check which discs are to be played next and replace discs without interrupting playback of the current disc.

1 Press EXCHANGE.

The disc tray opens and two disc compartments appear. Even if the player is playing a disc, it doesn’t stop playing.

2 Replace the discs in the

compartments with new ones.

3 Press DISC SKIP.

The disc tray turns and another two disc compartments appear.

4 Replace the discs in the

compartments with new ones.

5 Press EXCHANGE.

The disc tray closes.

z Hint

While the disc tray is open, – If the playback of the current disc end, the player

stops playing. If the disc is played in One Disc

Repeat Play mode (page 39), the current disc starts playing again.

– In All Discs Shuffle Play mode (page 38), titles/

tracks/chapters are reshuffled only on the current disc.

– In Program Play mode (page 36), the titles/tracks/

chapters only on the current disc are played.

Note

Do not push the disc tray to close in Step 5, as you may damage the player.

Locking the disc tray (Child Lock)

You can lock the disc tray to prevent children from opening it.

When the player is in standby mode, press O RETURN, ENTER, and then [/1 on the remote.

The player turns on and “LOCKED” appears on the front panel display. The A and EXCHANGE buttons on the player and the Z button on the remote do not work while the Child Lock is set.

To unlock the disc tray

When the player is in standby mode, press O RETURN, ENTER, and then [/1 again.

Note

Even if you select “RESET” under “SETUP” in the Control Menu (page 64), the disc tray remains locked.

Playing Discs

Resuming Playback from the Point Where You Stopped the Disc (Resume

Play/Multi-disc Resume)

The player remembers the point where you stopped the disc.

Resuming playback for the current disc (Resume Play)

The player remembers the point where you stopped the disc even if the player enters standby mode by pressing [/1.

1 While playing a disc, press x to

stop playback.

“RESUME” appears on the front panel display.

2 Press H.

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

z Hint

To play from the beginning of the disc, press x twice, then press H.

Notes

• The point where you stopped playing is cleared when:

– you change the play mode. – you do Program Play or Shuffle Play. – you change the settings on the Setup Display.

• When playing a CD and DVD-RW (VR mode),

the point where you stopped is cleared when:

– you press DISC SKIP or DISC SELECT. – you opened the disc tray. – you disconnect the power cord.

• When playing a DATA CD, the point where you

stopped playing is cleared when the player enters standby mode, the disc tray is opened, or the power cord is disconnected.

• This function may not work with some discs.

Storing the point where you stopped the disc (Multi-disc Resume)

The player stores the point where you stopped the disc and resumes playback from the same point the next time you insert the same disc. The player remembers the stopped point of the disc even after you play other discs in the disc tray. Resume playback points for up to 6 different DVD VIDEO/VIDEO CD discs remain in memory even if you disconnect the power cord. When you store a resume playback point for the 7th disc, the resume playback point for the first disc is deleted.

z Hints

• To play from the beginning of the disc, press x twice, then press H.

• To turn off the Multi-disc Resume function, set “MULTI-DISC RESUME” in “CUSTOM

SETUP” to “OFF” (page 67). Playback restarts at the resume point only for the current disc in the player.

Notes

•“MULTI-DISC RESUME” in “CUSTOM SETUP” must be set to “ON” (default) for this function to work (page 67).

• This function may not work with some discs.

• If “MULTI-DISC RESUME” in “CUSTOM

SETUP” is set to “ON” and you playback a recorded disc such as DVD-RW, the player may playback other recorded discs from the same resume point. To play from the beginning, press x twice and then press H.

Using the DVD’s Menu

A DVD is divided into long sections of a picture or a music feature called “titles.” When you play a DVD which contains several titles, you can select the title you want using the TOP MENU button. When you play DVDs that allow you to select items such as the language for the subtitles and the language for the sound, select these items using the MENU button.

Number buttons

1 Press TOP MENU or MENU.

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

2 Press C/X/x/c or the number

buttons to select the item you want to play or change.

If you press the number buttons, the following display appears. Press the number buttons to select the item you want.

Selecting “ORIGINAL” or “PLAY LIST” on a DVDRW Disc

Some DVD-RW discs in VR (Video Recording) mode have two types of titles for playback: originally recorded titles (ORIGINAL) and titles that can be created on recordable DVD players for editing (PLAY LIST). You can select the type of titles to be played.

DISPLAY

ENTER

1 Press DISPLAY in stop mode.

The Control Menu appears.

2 Press X/x to select

(ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST), then press ENTER.

The options for “ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST” appear.

1 1 2 ( 2 7 1 8 ( 3 4 PLAY LIST PLAY LIST ORIGINAL

) )

STOP DVD-RW

Playing Discs

3 Press X/x to select the setting.

• PLAY LIST: plays the titles created from “ORIGINAL” for editing.

• ORIGINAL: plays the titles originally recorded.

4 Press ENTER.

To turn off the Control Menu

Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu is turned off.

Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC Functions (PBC Playback)

PBC (Playback Control) allows you to play VIDEO CDs interactively by following the menu on the TV screen.

Number buttons

1 Start playing a VIDEO CD with PBC

functions.

The menu for your selection appears.

2 Select the item number and track

you want using X/x or the number buttons.

3 Press ENTER. 4 Follow the instructions in the

menu for interactive operations.

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

To return to the menu

Press O RETURN.

3 Press ENTER.

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z Hint

To play without using PBC, press ./> while the player is stopped to select a track, then press H or ENTER. “Play without PBC.” appears on the TV screen and the player starts continuous play. You cannot play still pictures such as a menu. To return to PBC playback, press x twice then press H.

Notes

• Depending on the VIDEO CD, “Press ENTER” in step 3 may appear as “Press SELECT” in the instructions supplied with the disc. In this case, press H.

• The PBC functions of Super VCDs do not work with this player. Super VCDs are played in continous play mode only.

Playing an MP3 Audio Track

You can play back DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/ CD-Rs/CD-RWs) recorded in MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) format.

Press Z and place a DATA CD on the disc tray.

Press H.

The disc tray closes, and the player starts to play the first MP3 audio track in the first album on the disc.

Notes

• This player can play MP3 audio tracks recorded in the following sampling frequencies: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz.

• The playback order may be different from the edited order. See “The playback order of MP3 audio tracks” (page 35) for details.

Playing Discs

Selecting an album and track

1 Press MENU.

The list of MP3 albums recorded on the DATA CD appears.

(

)

3 0

ROCK BEST HIT KARAOKE JAZZ R&B MY FAVORITE SONGS CLASSICAL SALSA OF CUBA BOSSANOVA

2 Select an album using X/x and

press ENTER.

The list of tracks contained in the album appears.

JAZZ

)

1 ( 90

01SHE IS SPECIAL 02ALL YOU NEED IS ... 03SPICY LIFE 04HAPPY HOUR 05RIVER SIDE 06

07TAKE TIME,TAKE TIME

3 Select a track using X/x and press

ENTER.

The selected track starts playing. When a track or album is being played, its title is shaded.

To go to the next or previous page

Press c or C.

To return to the previous display

Press O RETURN.

To turn off the display

Press MENU.

Notes

• Only the letters in the alphabet and numbers can be used for album or track names. Anything else is displayed as “*”.

• ID3 tags cannot be displayed.

About MP3 audio tracks

You can play MP3 audio tracks on CD-ROMs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs. However, the discs must be recorded according to ISO9660 level 1, level 2, or Joliet format for the player to recognize the tracks. You can also play discs recorded in Multi Session. See the instructions of the CD-R/CD-RW device or recording software (not supplied) for details on the recording format.

To play a Multi Session CD

This player can play Multi Session CDs when an MP3 audio track is located in the first session. Any subsequent MP3 audio tracks, recorded in the later sessions, can also be played back. When audio tracks and images in music CD format or Video CD format are recorded in the first session, only the first session will be played back.

Notes

• If you put the extension “.MP3” to data not in MP3 format, the player cannot recognize the data properly and will generate a loud noise which could damage your speaker system.

• The player cannot play audio tracks in MP3PRO format.

The playback order of MP3 audio tracks

The playback order of albums and tracks recorded on a DATA CD is as follows.

◆Structure of disc contents

Tree 1 Tree 2 Tree 3 Tree 4 Tree 5

ROOT

album

track

When you insert a DATA CD and press H, the numbered tracks are played sequentially,

through 7. Any sub-albums/tracks

from contained within a currently selected album take priority over the next album in the same tree. (Example: C contains D so before

.) When you press MENU and the list of MP3 albums appears (page 34), the albums are arranged in the following order: A t B t C t D t F t G. Albums that do not contain tracks (such as album E) do not appear in the list.

z Hints

• If you add numbers (01, 02, 03, etc.) to the front

of the track names, the tracks will be played in that order.

• Since a disc with many trees takes longer to start

playback, it is recommended that you create the albums no more than two trees.

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Notes

• Depending on the software you use to create the DATA CD, the playback order may differ from the illustration above.

• The playback order above may not be applicable if there are more than a total of 999 albums and tracks in the DATA CD.

• The player can recognize up to 499 albums (the player will count just albums, including albums that do not contain MP3 audio tracks). The player will not play any albums beyond the first 499 albums. Of the first 499 albums, the player will play no more than a combined total of 999 albums and tracks.

Playing Discs

Various Play Mode Functions (Program Play,

Shuffle Play, Repeat Play, A-B Repeat

Play)

You can set the following play modes:

• Program Play (page 36)

• Shuffle Play (page 38)

• Repeat Play (page 39)

• A-B Repeat Play (page 40)

Note

The play mode is canceled when:

– you open the disc tray. – the player enters standby mode by pressing [/1.

Selecting the disc mode (One Disc or All Discs)

You can play one disc or all of the discs in the player. Before setting Program Play, Shuffle Play, or Repeat Play, you must select whether to set those play mode on one disc or all of the discs.

ONE/ALL

DISPLAY

1 Press DISPLAY once or twice.

The following Control Menu appears.

ENTER

2 Press X/x to select (One

Disc/ All Discs) and press ENTER.

)

1 2 ( 2 7

)

1 8 ( 3 4 ALL DISCS ALL DISCS ONE DISC

z Hint

You can select “ALL DISCS” or “ONE DISC” by pressing ONE/ALL button on the player. Each time you press the button, the disc mode changes alternately.

STOP DVD-VIDEO

Creating your own program (Program Play)

You can play the contents of a disc in the order you want by arranging the order of the titles, chapters, or tracks on the disc to create your own program. You can program up to 99 items. By selecting All Discs mode (page 36), you can create a program for all of the discs in the player.

Number buttons

1 Press DISPLAY twice.

The Control Menu appears.

2 Press X/x to select

(PROGRAM), then press ENTER.

The options for “PROGRAM” appear.

1-8

)

DISC

1 2 ( 2 7

)

1 8 ( 3 4

OFF OFF SET ON

3 Press X/x to select “SET t” then

press ENTER.

The display for programming appears.

PROGRAM

– : – – – –

ALL CLEAR

1. – – – – –

2. – – – – –

3. – – – – –

4. – – – – –

5. – – – – –

6. – – – – –

4 Press c.

The player is ready to program the first disc.

PROGRAM

– : – – – –

ALL CLEAR

1. – – – – –

2. – – – – –

3. – – – – –

4. – – – – –

5. – – – – –

6. – – – – –

5 Select the disc you want to program

using the number buttons or X/x, then press ENTER.

The cursor moves to the title or track row “T” (in this case, “01”).

Disc type

PROGRAM

3 : DVD

ALL CLEAR

1. – – – – –

2. – – – – –

3. – – – – –

4. – – – – –

– – – – –

6. – – – – –

Chapters recorded on a disc

“?” appears when the player has not played the disc.

STOP

DVD VIDEO

ALL

Titles or tracks recorded on a disc

ALL

05 06

6 Select the title, chapter, or track you

want to program.

◆ When playing a DVD VIDEO

For example, select chapter “03” of title “02.”

Press X/x or the number buttons to select “02” under “T,” then press ENTER.

PROGRAM

3 : DVD

ALL CLEAR

1. – – – – –

2. – – – – –

3. – – – – –

4. – – – – –

5. – – – – –

6. – – – – –

Next, press X/x or the number buttons to select “03” under “C,” then press ENTER.

PROGRAM

– : – – – –

ALL CLEAR

1. 3DVD –T02–C03 – – – – –

2. – – – – –

3. – – – – –

4. – – – – –

5. – – – – –

Selected disc, title and chapter

◆ When playing a VIDEO CD or CD

For example, select track “02.” Press X/x or the number buttons to select “02” under “T,” then press ENTER.

PROGRAM

– : – – – –

ALL CLEAR

1. 3DVD –T02–C03

2. 2VCD –T02 – – – – –

3. – – – – –

4. – – – – –

5. – – – – –

Selected disc and track

7 To program other discs, titles,

chapters, or tracks, repeat steps 4 to

The programmed discs, titles, chapters, and tracks are displayed in the selected order.

ALL

01 02 03 04 05 06

ALL

0:15:30

ALL

01 02 03 04 05 06

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8 Press H to start Program Play.

Program Play begins. When the program ends, you can restart the same program again by pressing H.

To stop Program Play

Press CLEAR or select “OFF” in Step 3.

To turn off the display

Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the display is turned off.

To cancel or change a program

1 Follow steps 1 and 2 of “Creating your

own program (Program Play).”

2 Select the program number of the disc,

title, chapter, or track you want to cancel or change using X/x or the number buttons, and press c.

3 To cancel the program, press C then

CLEAR. To change the program, follow step 4 for new programming.

To cancel all the discs, titles, chapters, or tracks in the program

1 Follow steps 1 and 2 of “Creating your

own program (Program Play).”

2 Press X and select “ALL CLEAR.” 3 Press ENTER.

z Hint

You can do Repeat Play or Shuffle Play of the programmed titles, chapters, or tracks. During Program Play, follow the steps of “Repeat Play” (page 39) or “Shuffle Play” (page 38).

Notes

• You cannot use this function with VIDEO CDs with PBC playback.

• When playing Super VCDs, the total time of the programmed tracks does not appear on the screen.

Playing in random order (Shuffle Play)

You can have the player “shuffle” titles, chapters, or tracks. Subsequent “shuffling” may produce a different playing order. By selecting All Discs mode (page 36), you can shuffle all of the discs in the player.

ENTER

1 Press DISPLAY twice during playback

(when playing a DATA CD, press once).

The Control Menu appears.

2 Press X/x to select

(SHUFFLE), then press ENTER.

The options for “SHUFFLE” appear.

)

1 2 ( 2 7

)

1 8 ( 3 4

OFF OFF TITLE CHAPTER

3 Press X/x to select the item to be

shuffled.

◆ When playing a DVD VIDEO

• DISC*

• TITLE

• CHAPTER

◆ When playing a VIDEO CD or CD

• DISC*

• TRACK

◆ When playing a DVD-RW or DATA CD

• DISC*

◆ When Program Play is activated

• ON: shuffles titles, chapters, or tracks

selected in Program Play.

PLAY DVD VIDEO

4 Press ENTER.

Shuffle Play starts.

* You can select “DISC” in All Discs mode only.

To return to normal play

Press CLEAR, or select “OFF” in step 2.

To turn off the control menu

Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu is turned off.

z Hints

• You can set Shuffle Play while the player is stopped. After selecting the “SHUFFLE” option, press H. Shuffle Play starts.

• Up to 96 chapters in a disc can be played in random order when “CHAPTER” is selected.

Note

You cannot use this function with VIDEO CDs with PBC playback.

Playing repeatedly (Repeat Play)

You can play all of the titles, albums or tracks on a disc or a single title, chapter, album, or track repeatedly. You can use a combination of Shuffle or Program Play modes. By selecting All Discs mode (page 36), you can repeat all of the discs in the player.

1 Press REPEAT during playback.

The following display appears.

2 Press REPEAT repeatedly to select the

item to be repeated.

◆ When playing a DVD VIDEO

• DISC: repeats all of the titles on the

current disc in One Disc mode, or all of the discs in All Discs mode.

• TITLE: repeats the current title on a

disc.

• CHAPTER: repeats the current

chapter.

◆ When playing a DVD-RW

• DISC: repeats all of the titles on the

selected type in One Disc mode, or all of the discs in All Discs mode.

• TITLE: repeats the current title on a

disc.

• CHAPTER: repeats the current

chapter.

◆ When playing a VIDEO CD or CD

• DISC: repeats all of the tracks on the

current disc in One Disc mode, or all of the discs in All Discs mode.

• TRACK: repeats the current track.

◆ When playing a DATA CD (MP3 audio)

• DISC: repeats all of the albums on the

current disc in One Disc mode, or all of the discs in All Discs mode.

• ALBUM: repeats the current album.

• TRACK: repeats the current track.

◆ When Program Play or Shuffle Play is activated

• ON: repeats Program Play or Shuffle

Play.

To return to normal play

Press CLEAR, or select “OFF” in step 2.

z Hints

• You can set Repeat Play while the player is stopped. After selecting the “REPEAT” option, press H. Repeat Play starts.

• You can also select “REPEAT” from the Control Menu (page 12).

Note

You cannot use this function with VIDEO CDs with PBC playback.

Playing Discs

Repeating a specific portion (AB Repeat Play)

You can play a specific portion of a title, chapter or track repeatedly. (This function is useful when you want to memorize lyrics, etc.)

1 Press DISPLAY twice during playback.

The Control Menu appears.

2 Press X/x to select (A-B

REPEAT), then press ENTER.

The options for “A-B REPEAT” appear.

)

1 2 ( 2 7

)

1 8 ( 3 4

OFF SET OFF

3 Press X/x to select “SET t,” then

press ENTER.

The “A-B REPEAT” setting display appears.

A-B REPEAT

Set point A with

ENTER

PLAY DVD VIDEO

4 During playback, when you find the

starting point (point A) of the portion to be played repeatedly, press ENTER.

The starting point (point A) is set.

A-B REPEAT

ENTER

Set point B with .

CHAPTER

TIME

A: 18 – 1 : 32 : 55

5 When you reach the ending point

(point B), press ENTER again.

The set points are displayed and the player starts repeating this specific portion.

)

1 2 ( 2 7

)

1 8 ( 3 4

To return to normal play

Press CLEAR.

To turn off the Control Menu

Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu is turned off.

Notes

• When you set A-B Repeat Play, the settings for Shuffle Play, Repeat Play, and Program Play are canceled.

• A-B Repeat Play does not work for titles containing still pictures on a DVD-RW in VR mode.

• A-B Repeat Play does not work across multiple titles (“ORIGINAL” or “PLAY LIST”) on a DVD-RW in VR mode.

PLAY DVD VIDEO

CHAPTER

TIME A: 18 – 1 : 32 : 55 B: 18 – 1 : 34 : 30

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Searching for a Scene

CHAPTER VIEWER

Searching for a Particular Point on a

(Scan, Slow-motion Play,

Disc

Search, Freeze Frame)

You can quickly locate a particular point on a disc by monitoring the picture or playing back slowly.

STEP

Note

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

Locating a point quickly by playing a disc in fast forward or fast reverse (Scan)

Press m or M while playing a disc. When you find the point you want, press H to return to normal speed. Each time you press m or M during scan, the playback speed changes. With each press the indication changes as shown below. Actual speeds may differ with some discs.

Playback direction

×2B t FF1M t FF2M t FF3M

FF3M (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW/ VIDEO CD only) ×2B (DVD VIDEO/CD only)

Opposite direction

×2b t FR1m t FR2m t FR3m

FR3m (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW/ VIDEO CD only)

×2b (DVD VIDEO only)

2B”/“×2b” playback speed is about

The “ twice the normal speed. The “FF3M”/

“FR3m” playback speed is faster than the “FF2M”/“FR2m” and the “FF2M”/ “FR2m” playback speed is faster than FF1M”/FR1m.”

Watching frame by frame (Slowmotion play)

Press m or M when the player is in pause mode. To return to the normal speed, press H. Each time you press m or M during Slow-motion play, the playback speed changes. Two speeds are available. With each press the indication changes as follows:

Playback direction

SLOW2 y SLOW1

Opposite direction (DVD only)

SLOW2 y SLOW1

The “SLOW2 y”/“SLOW2 ” playback speed is slower than “SLOW1 y”/“SLOW1

.”

To locate a point quickly using the PREV (previous) / Next (next) button (Search)

You can search for a particular point on a disc using . / > on the player. During playback, press and hold > on the player to locate a point in the playback direction, or press and hold . to locate a point in the opposite direction. When you find the point you want, release the button to return to normal playback speed.

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Playing one frame at a time (Freeze Frame)

When the player is in the pause mode, press

to go to the next frame. Press

to go to the preceding frame (DVD only). If you hold the button down, you can view the frames in succession. To return to normal playback, press H.

Searching for a Title/ Chapter/Track/Scene, etc.

You can search a DVD by title or chapter, and you can search a VIDEO CD/CD by track, index, or scene. As titles and DATA CD tracks are assigned unique numbers on the disc, you can select the desired one by entering its number. Or, you can search for a scene using the time code.

Number buttons

1 Press DISPLAY.

The Control Menu appears.

2 Press X/x to select the search

method.

◆ When playing a DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW

DISC

TITLE

CHAPTER

TIME/TEXT

Select “TIME/TEXT” to search for a starting point by inputting the time code.

◆ When playing a VIDEO CD without PBC Playback

DISC

TRACK

INDEX

◆ When playing a VIDEO CD with PBC Playback

DISC

SCENE

INDEX

◆ When playing a CD

DISC

TRACK

INDEX

◆ When playing a DATA CD (MP3 audio)

DISC

ALBUM

Example: when you select CHAPTER “** (**)” is selected (** refers to a number). The number in parentheses indicates the total number of titles, chapters, tracks, indexes or scenes.

TRACK

1 1 2 ( 2 7 1 8 ( 3 4 T

) )

1 : 3 2 : 5 5

Selected row

PLAY

DVD VIDEO

Press ENTER.

“** (**)” changes to “-- (**).”

1 1 2 ( 2 7

( 3 4

) )

1 : 3 2 : 5 5

PLAY DVD VIDEO

Press X/x or the number buttons to select the title, chapter, track, index, or scene number you want to search.

If you make a mistake

Cancel the number by pressing CLEAR, then select another number.

If you make a mistake

Cancel the number by pressing CLEAR, then select another number.

Press ENTER.

The player starts playback from the selected number.

To search for a scene using the time code (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW only)

In Step 2, select TIME/TEXT. “T **:**:**” (playing time of the current title) is selected.

Press ENTER. “T **:**:**” changes to “T --:--:--.”

Input the time code using the number buttons, then press ENTER. For example, to find the scene at 2 hours, 10 minutes, and 20 seconds after the beginning, just enter “2:10:20.”

z Hints

• When the display is turned off you can search for a chapter (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW) or track (CD) by pressing the number buttons and ENTER.

• You can display the first scene of titles, chapters or tracks recorded on the disc on a screen divided into 9 sections. You can start playback directly by selecting one of the scenes. For details, see “Searching by Scene (PICTURE NAVIGATION)” (page 44).

Notes

• You cannot search for a scene on a DVD+RW using the time code.

• The title, chapter or track number displayed is the same number recorded on the disc.

• You cannot search for a still picture on a DVDRW in VR mode.

Searching for a Scene

Searching by Scene

(PICTURE NAVIGATION)

You can divide the screen into 9 subscreens and find the desired scene quickly.

1 Press PICTURE NAVI during

playback.

The following display appears.

2 Press PICTURE NAVI repeatedly to

select the item.

• Refer to the explanations given for each item in the following sections.

• CHAPTER VIEWER (for DVD VIDEO only)

• TITLE VIEWER (for DVD VIDEO only)

• TRACK VIEWER (for VIDEO CD only)

3 Press ENTER.

To return to normal play

Press O RETURN.

ENTER

z Hint

You can also select “PICTURE NAVIGATION” from the Control Menu (page 12).

Notes

• The “PICTURE NAVIGATION” is not available when playing Super VCDs.

• Depending on the disc, you may not be able to select all functions.

• The sound is muted when using this function.

Scanning the title, chapter, or track (TITLE VIEWER, CHAPTER VIEWER, TRACK VIEWER)

You can divide the screen into 9 subscreens and display the first scene of titles, chapters, or tracks.

You can also play back from the selected title, chapter, or track. After performing step 3 of “Searching by Scene (PICTURE NAVIGATION)” above, select the scene using C/X/x/c and press ENTER.

z Hint

If there are more than 9 titles, chapters, or tracks, V is displayed at the bottom right. To display the additional titles, chapters, or tracks, select the bottom right scene (the position 9) and press x. To return to the previous scene, select the top left scene (the position 1) and press X.

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Viewing Information About the

PLAYT 1:01:57

Disc

Checking the Playing Time and Remaining Time

You can check the playing time and remaining time of the current title, chapter, or track. Also, you can check the DVD/CD text or track name (MP3 audio) recorded on the disc.

1 Press TIME/TEXT during playback.

The following display appears.

Time information

2 Press TIME/TEXT repeatedly to

change the time information.

The display and the kinds of time that you can change depend on the disc you are playing.

◆ When playing a DVD VIDEO or DVDRW

• T

*:*:*

Playing time of the current title

• T–

*:*:*

Remaining time of the current title

• C

*:*:*

Playing time of the current chapter

• C–

*:*:*

Remaining time of the current chapter

◆ When playing a VIDEO CD (with PBC functions)

(minutes : seconds)

•

*:*

Playing time of the current scene

◆ When playing a VIDEO CD (without PBC functions) or CD

• T

(minutes : seconds)

*:*

Playing time of the current track

• T–

*:*

Remaining time of the current track

• D

*:*

Playing time of the current disc

• D –

*:*

Remaining time of the current disc

◆ When playing a DATA CD (MP3 audio)

•

(minutes : seconds)

*:*

Playing time of the current track

◆ When playing a Super VCD

(minutes : seconds)

• T

*:*

Playing time of the current track

To check the DVD/CD text or track and album names (MP3 audio)

Press TIME/TEXT repeatedly in step 2 to display text recorded on the DVD VIDEO/ CD/DATA CD. The DVD/CD text appears only when text is recorded in the disc. You cannot change the text. If the disc does not contain text, “NO TEXT” appears.

BRAHMS SYMPHONY

For DATA CDs, the track and album names of the MP3 audio track appears (page 48).

Viewing Information About the Disc

Checking the information on the front panel display

You can view the time information and text displayed on the TV screen also on the front panel display. The information on the front panel display changes as follows when you change the time information on your TV screen.

When playing a DVD VIDEO or DVD-RW

Playing time of the current title

Remaining time of the current title

Playing time of the current chapter

Remaining time of the current chapter

Text

Current title and chapter number

(returns to top automatically)

When playing a DATA CD (MP3 audio)

Track playing time and number of current disc track

Track time

When playing a VIDEO CD (without PBC functions) or CD

Track playing time and current disc track number

Remaining time of the current track

Playing time of the current disc

Remaining time of the disc

Text

z Hints

• When playing VIDEO CDs with PBC functions, the disc number, scene number and the playing time are displayed.

• Long text that does not fit in a single line will scroll across the front panel display.

• You can also check the time information and text using the Control Menu (page 12).

Notes

• Depending on the type of disc being played, the DVD/CD text or track name may not be displayed.

• The player can only display the first level of the DVD/CD text, such as the disc name or title.

• Playing time of MP3 audio tracks may not be displayed correctly.

Checking the Play Information

You can check information such as the bit rate or the disc layer that is being played.

TIME/TEX

DISPLAY

ENTER

Checking the play information of DVD (ADVANCED)

1 Press DISPLAY during playback.

The Control Menu is displayed.

2 Press X/x to select

(ADVANCED), then press ENTER.

The options for “ADVANCED” appear.

)

1 2 ( 2 7

)

1 8 ( 3 4 T

1 : 3 2 : 5 5

OFF BIT RATE LAYER

BIT RATE

3 Press X/x to select items.

For each item, please refer to “Displays of each item.”

• BIT RATE: displays the bit rate.

• LAYER: displays the layer and the

pick-up point.

PLAY

DVD VIDEO

BIT RATE

384

kbps

Mbps

4 Press ENTER.

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To close the ADVANCED window

Select “OFF” in step 3.

To turn off the Control Menu

Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu is turned off.

Display of each item

By pressing DISPLAY repeatedly, you can display either “BIT RATE” or “LAYER,” whichever was selected in “ADVANCED.”

◆BIT RATE

BIT RATE

Bit rate refers to the amount of video/audio data per second in a disc. While playing a disc, an approximate bit rate of the playback picture is displayed as Mbps (Mega bit per second) and the audio as kbps (kilo bit per second). The higher the bit rate, the larger the amount of data. However, this does not always mean that you can get higher quality pictures or sounds.

◆LAYER

Indicates the approximate point where the disc is playing. If it is a dual-layer DVD, the player indicates which layer is being read (“Layer 0” or “Layer 1”). For details on the layers, see page 72 (DVD VIDEO).

Appears when the DVD has dual layers

Audio

kbps

384

Mbps

Video

Viewing Information About the Disc

Checking the play information of DATA CD

By pressing TIME/TEXT while playing MP3 audio track on a DATA CD, you can display the audio bit rate (the amount of data per second of the current audio).

17:30T

128k PLAY

JAZZ RIVER SIDE

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Sound Adjustments

TVS DYNAMIC

Changing the Sound

When playing a DVD recorded in multiple audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital or DTS), you can change the audio format. If the DVD is recorded with multilingual tracks, you can also change the language. With CDs, DATA CDs, or VIDEO CDs, you can select the sound from the right or left channel and listen to the sound of the selected channel through both the right and left speakers. For example, when playing a disc containing a song with the vocals on the right channel and the instruments on the left channel, you can hear the instruments from both speakers by selecting the left channel.

AUDI O

DISPLAY

Press AUDIO during playback.

The following display appears.

ENGLISH

Press AUDIO repeatedly to select the desired audio signal.

◆ When playing a DVD VIDEO

Depending on the DVD VIDEO, the choice of language varies. When 4 digits are displayed, they indicate a language code. Refer to “Language Code List” on page 75 to see which language the code represents. When the same language is displayed two or more times, the DVD VIDEO is recorded in multiple audio formats.

◆ When playing a DVD-RW

The types of sound tracks recorded on a disc are displayed. The default setting is underlined. Example:

MAIN (main sound)

• 1:

• 1: SUB (sub sound)

• 1: MAIN+SUB (main and sub sound)

◆ When playing a VIDEO CD, CD, or DATA CD (MP3 audio)

The default setting is underlined.

: The standard stereo sound

• STEREO

• 1/L: The sound of the left channel

(monaural)

• 2/R: The sound of the right channel (monaural)

◆ When playing a Super VCD

The default setting is underlined.

: The stereo sound of the

• 1:STEREO audio track 1

• 1:1/L: The sound of the left channel of the audio track 1 (monaural)

• 1:2/R: The sound of the right channel of the audio track 1 (monaural)

• 2:STEREO: The stereo sound of the audio track 2

• 2:1/L: The sound of the left channel of the audio track 2 (monaural)

• 2:2/R: The sound of the right channel of the audio track 2 (monaural)

z Hint

You can also select “AUDIO” from the Control Menu (page 12).

Note

While playing a Super VCD on which the audio track 2 is not recorded, no sound will come out when you select “2:STEREO”,“2:1/L” or “2:2/R”.

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Displaying the audio information of the disc

Press DISPLAY during playback to display the Control Menu. Select “AUDIO” using X/ x. The channels being played are displayed on the screen. For example, in Dolby Digital format, multiple signals ranging from monaural to 5.1 channel signals can be recorded on a DVD VIDEO. Depending on the DVD VIDEO, the number of the recorded channels may differ.

1 1 2 ( 2 7 1 8 ( 3 4 T 1: ENGLISH

*“PCM,” “DTS,” or “DOLBY DIGITAL” is

displayed. In the case of “DOLBY DIGITAL,” the channels in the playing track are displayed by numbers as follows:

For Dolby Digital 5.1 ch:

Current audio format*

) )

1 : 3 2 : 5 5

Currently playing program format**

PLAY

DVD VIDEO

PROGRAM FORMAT DOLBY DIGITAL 3/2.1

LRC

LFE

LS RS

Rear component 2

DOLBY DIGITAL 3 / 2 . 1

Front component 2 + Center component 1

**The letters in the program format display

mean the following sound component:

L: Front (left) R: Front (right) C: Center LS: Rear (left) RS: Rear (right) S: Rear (monaural): The rear

LFE: Low Frequency Effect signal

LFE (Low Frequency Effect) component 1

component of the Dolby Surround processed signal and the Dolby Digital signal

z Hint

For Dolby Digital and DTS, “LFE” is always enclosed in a solid line regardless of the LFE signal component being output.

Note

If “DTS” is set to “OFF” in “AUDIO SETUP” (page 68), the DTS track selection option will not appear on the screen even if the disc contains DTS tracks.

TV Virtual Surround Settings

When you connect a stereo TV or 2 front speakers, TVS (TV Virtual Surround) lets you enjoy surround sound effects by using sound imaging to create virtual rear speakers from the sound of the front speakers (L: left, R: right) without using actual rear speakers. TVS was developed by Sony to produce surround sound for home use using just a stereo TV. If the player is set up to output the signal from the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) jack, the surround effect will only heard when “DOLBY DIGITAL” is set to “D-PCM” (page 68).

(TVS)

Press SUR during playback.

The following display appears.

Press SUR repeatedly to select one of the TVS sounds.

Refer to the following explanations given for each item.

• TVS DYNAMIC

• TVS WIDE

• TVS NIGHT

• TVS STANDARD

To cancel the setting

Select “OFF” in step 2.

◆TVS DYNAMIC

Creates virtual rear speakers from the sound of the front speakers (L, R) without using actual rear speakers (shown below). This mode is effective when the distance between the front L and R speakers is short, such as with built-in speakers on a stereo TV.

◆TVS WIDE

Creates virtual rear speakers from the sound of the front speakers (L, R) without using actual rear speakers. The virtual speakers are reproduced as shown in the illustration below. This mode is effective when the distance between the front L and R speakers is short, such as with built-in speakers on a stereo TV.

◆TVS NIGHT

Large sounds, such as explosions, are suppressed, but the quieter sounds are unaffected. This feature is useful when you want to hear the dialog and enjoy the surround sound effects of “TVS WIDE” at low volume.

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◆TVS STANDARD

Creates virtual rear speakers from the sound of the front speakers (L, R) without using actual rear speakers. The virtual speakers are reproduced as shown in the illustration below. Use this setting when you want to use TVS with 2 separate speakers.

L R

L : Front speaker (left) R : Front speaker (right)

: Virtual speaker

z Hints

• You can also select “TVS” by pressing the SURROUND button on the player.

• You can also select “TVS” from the Control Menu (page 12).

Notes

• When the playing signal does not contain a signal for the rear speakers, the surround effects cannot be heard.

• When you select one of the TVS modes, turn off the surround setting of the connected TV or amplifier (receiver).

• Make sure that your listening position is between and at an equal distance from your speakers, and that the speakers are located in similar surroundings.

• Not all discs will respond to the “TVS NIGHT” function in the same way.

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Enjoying Movies

1:ENGLISH

Changing the Angles

If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on the DVD VIDEO, “” appears in the front panel display. This means that you can change the viewing angle.

1 Press ANGLE during playback.

The number of the angle appears on the display.

2 Press ANGLE repeatedly to select

the angle number.

The scene changes to the selected angle.

z Hint

You can also select “ANGLE” from the Control Menu (page 12).

Note

Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may not be able to change the angles even if multi-angles are recorded on the DVD VIDEO.

Displaying the Subtitles

If subtitles are recorded on the discs, you can change the subtitles or turn them on and off whenever you want while playing a DVD.

SUBTITLE

1 Press SUBTITLE during playback.

The following display appears.

2 Press SUBTITLE repeatedly to

select the language.

◆ When playing a DVD VIDEO

Select the language. Depending on the DVD VIDEO, the choice of language varies. When 4 digits are displayed, they indicate a language code. Refer to “Language Code List” on page 75 to see which language the code represents.

◆ When playing a DVD-RW

Select “ON.”

To turn off the subtitles

Select “OFF” in step 2.

z Hint

You can also select “SUBTITLE” from the Control Menu (page 12).

Note

Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may not be able to change the subtitles even if multilingual subtitles are recorded on it. You also may not be able to turn them off.

Enjoying Movies

Adjusting the Picture Quality (BNR)

The Block Noise Reduction (BNR) function adjusts the picture quality by reducing the “block noise” or mosaic like patterns that appear on your TV screen.

1 Press DISPLAY twice during

playback.

The Control Menu appear.

2 Press X/x to select

(BNR), then press ENTER.

The options for “BNR” appears.

)

1 2 ( 2 7

)

1 8 ( 3 4

OFF 1 2 3 OFF

3 Press X/x to select a level.

• 1: reduces the “block noise.”

• 2: reduces the “block noise” more than

• 3: reduces the “block noise” more than

ENTER

PLAY

DVD VIDEO

4 Press ENTER.

The disc plays with the setting you selected.

To cancel the “BNR” setting

Select “OFF” in step 3.

To turn off the Control Menu

Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu is turned off.

Notes

• If the outlines of the images on your screen should become blurred, set “BNR” to “OFF.”

• Depending on the disc or the scene being played, there may be no “BNR” effect, or it maybe hard to discern.

Adjusting the Playback Picture (CUSTOM PICTURE MODE)

You can adjust the video signal of the DVD or VIDEO CD from the player to obtain the picture quality you want. Choose the setting that best suits the program you are watching. When you select “MEMORY,” you can make further adjustments to each element of the picture (color, brightness, etc.).

1 Press DISPLAY twice during

playback.

The Control Menu appears.

2 Press X/x to select

(CUSTOM PICTURE MODE), then press ENTER.

The options for “CUSTOM PICTURE MODE” appears.

)

1 2 ( 2 7 1 8 ( 3 4 STANDARD DYNAMIC 1 DYNAMIC 2 CINEMA CINEMA MEMORY STANDARD

)

1 2

PLAY DVD VIDEO

3 Press X/x to select the setting you

want, then press ENTER.

The default setting is underlined.

• STANDARD

• DYNAMIC 1: produces a bold

• DYNAMIC 2: produces a more

• CINEMA 1: enhances details in dark

• CINEMA 2: White colors become

• MEMORY: adjusts the picture in

z Hints

• When you watch a movie, “CINEMA 1” or “CINEMA 2” is recommended.

• The picture can be adjusted by pressing the

PICTURE MODE button on the player as well.

: displays a standard

picture.

dynamic picture by increasing the picture contrast and the color intensity.

dynamic picture than DYNAMIC 1 by further increasing the picture contrast and the color intensity.

areas by increasing the black level.

brighter and black colors become richer, and the color contrast is increased.

greater detail.

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Adjusting the picture items in “MEMORY”

You can adjust each element of the picture individually.

• PICTURE: changes the contrast

• BRIGHTNESS: changes the overall

brightness

• COLOR: makes the colors deeper or lighter

• HUE: changes the color balance

1 Press X/x to select “MEMORY” then

press ENTER.

The “PICTURE” adjustment bar appears.

0 1 : 3 2 : 5

PICTURE

2 Press C/c to adjust the picture

contrast, then press ENTER.

The adjustment is saved, and “BRIGHTNESS” adjustment bar appears.

3 Repeat step 2 to adjust

“BRIGHTNESS,” “COLOR,” and “HUE.”

The Custom Picture Mode display appears. You can check each adjustment.

0 1 : 3 2 : 5 5

PICTURE BRIGHTNESS COLOR HUE

RETURN

To turn off the display

Press O RETURN, or select “RETURN” in step 3 and press ENTER.

z Hints

• To reset the picture items to the default values,

press c after step 3 to select “RESET” and press ENTER.

• If you do not want to save your adjustment in step 2, you can go to the next picture adjustment item by pressing X/x without saving.

RESET

Enhancing the Playback Picture (DIGITAL VIDEO

ENHANCER)

The Digital Video Enhancer (DVE) function makes the picture appear clear and crisp by enhancing the outlines of images on your TV screen. Also, this function can soften the images on the screen.

DISPLAY

1 Press DISPLAY twice during

playback.

The Control Menu appears.

2 Press X/x to select

+1 –3

–1

(DIGITAL VIDEO ENHANCER), then press ENTER.

The options for “DIGITAL VIDEO ENHANCER” appear.

1 2 ( 2 7 1 8 ( 3 4

OFF 1 2

3 SOFT OFF

3 Press X/x to select a level.

• 1: enhances the outline.

• 2: enhances the outline more than 1.

• 3: enhances the outline more than 2.

• SOFT: softens the image (DVD only)

) )

PLAY

DVD VIDEO

1-13

Press ENTER.

The disc plays with the setting you selected.

To cancel the “DIGITAL VIDEO ENHANCER” setting

Select “OFF” in step 3.

To turn off the Control Menu

Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu is turned off.

Note

Depending on the disc or the scene being played, noise found in the disc may become more apparent. If this happens, it is recommended that you use the BNR function (page 54) with the DVE function. If the condition still does not improve, reduce the Digital Video Enhancer level, or select “SOFT” (DVD only) in step 3 above.

Enjoying Movies

Using Various Additional Functions

Locking Discs (CUSTOM

PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL

CONTROL)

You can set two kinds of playback restrictions for the desired disc.

• Custom Parental Control You can set playback restrictions so that the player will not play inappropriate discs.

• Parental Control Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be limited according to a predetermined level such as the age of the users. Scenes may be blocked or replaced with different scenes.

The same password is used for both Parental Control and Custom Parental Control.

Custom Parental Control

You can set the same Custom Parental Control password for up to 40 discs. When you set the 41st-disc, the first disc is canceled.

Number buttons

3 Press X/x to select

(PARENTAL CONTROL), then press ENTER.

The options for “PARENTAL CONTROL” appear.

)

1 2 ( 2 7

)

1 8 ( 3 4 T

1 : 3 2 : 5 5

ON PLAYER PASSWORD OFF

4 Press X/x to select “ON t,” then

press ENTER.

◆ If you have not entered a password

The display for registering a new password appears.

PARENTAL CONTROL

Enter a new 4-digit password, then

ENTER

press

Enter a 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER. The display for confirming the password appears.

◆ When you have already registered a password

The display for entering the password appears.

STOP DVD VIDEO

To turn off the Custom Parental Control function

Follow steps 1 through 3 of “Custom Parental Control.”

Press X/x to select “OFF t,” then press ENTER.

Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER.

To play a disc for which Custom Parental Control is set

Insert the disc for which Custom Parental Control is set. The “CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL” display appears.

CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL

Custom parental control is already set. To play, enter your password

ENTER

and press

Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER. The player is ready for playback.

z Hint

If you forget your password, enter the 6-digit number “199703” using the number buttons when the “CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL” display asks you for your password, then press ENTER. The display will ask you to enter a new 4-digit password.

Note

Once you set Custom Parental Control with a recorded disc such as a DVD-RW, the display for entering the password may appear again when you insert a different recorded disc. Input the password to play the disc.

Parental Control (limited playback)

Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be limited according to a predetermined level such as the age of the users. The “PARENTAL CONTROL” function allows you to set a playback limitation level.

Number buttons

Press DISPLAY while the player is in stop mode.

The Control Menu appears.

Press X/x to select (PARENTAL CONTROL), then press ENTER.

The options for “PARENTAL CONTROL” appear.

)

1 2 ( 2 7

)

1 8 ( 3 4 T

1 : 3 2 : 5 5

ON PLAYER PASSWORD OFF

Press X/x to select “PLAYER t,” then press ENTER.

◆ If you have not entered a password

The display for registering a new password appears.

STOP DVD VIDEO

Using Various Additional Functions

1 Insert the disc you want to lock.

If the disc is playing, press x to stop playback.

2 Press DISPLAY while the player is in

stop mode.

The Control Menu appears.

PARENTAL CONTROL

Enter a new 4-digit password, then

ENTER

press

Enter a 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER. The display for confirming the password appears.

◆ When you have already registered a password

The display for entering the password appears.

PARENTAL CONTROL

Enter password, then press

4 Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password

using the number buttons, then press ENTER.

The display for setting the playback limitation level appears.

PARENTAL CONTROL

LEVEL: OFF STANDARD:

5 Press X/x to select “STANDARD,”

then press ENTER.

The selection items for “STANDARD” are displayed.

PARENTAL CONTROL

LEVEL: OFF STANDARD:

ENTER

USA

USA USA

OTHERS

PARENTAL CONTROL

Enter password, then press

5 Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password

using the number buttons, then press ENTER.

“Custom parental control is set.” appears and the screen returns to the Control Menu.

6 Press X/x to select a geographic area

as the playback limitation level, then press ENTER.

The area is selected. When you select “OTHERS t,” select and enter a standard code in the table on page 61.

7 Press X/x to select “LEVEL,” then

press ENTER.

The selection items for “LEVEL” are displayed.

PARENTAL CONTROL

LEVEL: OFF STANDARD:

8 Select the level you want using X/x,

then press ENTER.

Parental Control setting is complete.

PARENTAL CONTROL

LEVEL: STANDARD: USA

The lower the value, the stricter the limitation.

To turn off the Parental Control function

Set “LEVEL” to “OFF” in step 8.

To play a disc for which Parental Control is set

1 Insert the disc and press H.

The display for entering your password appears.

2 Enter your 4-digit password using the

number buttons, then press ENTER. The player starts playback.

ENTER

OFF

NC17

7: 6: 5:

4: PG13

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z Hint

If you forget your password, remove the disc and repeat steps 1 to 3 of “Parental Control (limited playback).” When you are asked to enter your password, enter “199703” using the number buttons, then press ENTER. The display will ask you to enter a new 4-digit password. After you enter a new 4-digit password, replace the disc in the player and press H. When the display for entering your password appears, enter your new password.

Notes

• When you play discs which do not have the Parental Control function, playback cannot be limited on this player.

• Depending on the disc, you may be asked to change the parental control level while playing the disc. In this case, enter your password, then change the level. If the Resume Play mode is canceled, the level returns to the previous level.

Area Code

Standard Code

Argentina 2044

Australia 2047

Austria 2046

Belgium 2057

Brazil 2070

Canada 2079

Chile 2090

China 2092

Denmark 2115

Finland 2165

France 2174

Germany 2109

India 2248

Indonesia 2238

Italy 2254

Japan 2276

Korea 2304

number

Standard Code

number

Malaysia 2363

Mexico 2362

Netherlands 2376

New

2390

Zealand

Norway 2379

Pakistan 2427

Philippines 2424

Portugal 2436

Russia 2489

Singapore 2501

Spain 2149

Sweden 2499

Switzerland 2086

Thailand 2528

United

2184

Kingdom

Changing the password

1 Press DISPLAY while the player is in

stop mode.

The Control Menu appears.

2 Press X/x to select

(PARENTAL CONTROL), then press ENTER.

The options for “PARENTAL CONTROL” appear.

3 Press X/x to select “PASSWORD

t,” then press ENTER.

The display for entering the password appears.

4 Enter your 4-digit password using the

number buttons, then press ENTER.

5 Enter a new 4-digit password using the

number buttons, then press ENTER.

6 To confirm your password, re-enter it

using the number buttons, then press ENTER.

If you make a mistake entering your password

Press C before you press ENTER and input the correct number.

If you make a mistake

Press O RETURN.

To turn off the display

Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the display is turned off.

Using Various Additional Functions

Controlling Your TV with the Supplied Remote

You can control the sound level, input source, and power switch of your Sony TV with the supplied remote.

Number

buttons

You can control the following items with the supplied remote.

By pressing You can

TV [/1 Turn the TV on or off

VOL +/– Adjust the volume of the TV

TV/VIDEO Switch the TV’s input source

Note

Depending on the unit being connected, you may not be able to control your TV using some of the buttons.

between the TV and other input sources

Controlling other TVs with the remote

You can control the sound level, input source, and power switch of non-Sony TVs as well. If your TV is listed in the table below, set the appropriate manufacturing code.

1 While holding down TV [/1, press the

number buttons to select your TV’s manufacturer’s code (see the table below).

2 Release TV [/1.

Code numbers of controllable TVs

Manufacturer Code number

Sony (default) 01

JVC 09

Panasonic 19

Philips 21

RCA 10

Samsung 20

Sanyo 11

Sharp 18

Toshiba 07

Zenith 15

Notes

• If you enter a new code number, the code number previously entered will be erased.

• When you replace the batteries of the remote, the code number you have set may be reset to the default setting. Set the appropriate code number again.

Settings and Adjustments

Using the Setup Display

By using the Setup Display, you can make various adjustments to items such as picture and sound. You can also set a language for the subtitles and the Setup Display, among other things. For details on each Setup Display item, see pages from 64 to 68.

Note

Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over the Setup Display settings and not all the functions described may work.

1 Press DISPLAY when the player is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu appears.

2 Press X/x to select

(SETUP), then press ENTER.

The options for “SETUP” appear.

BNR

1 12 (27) 18 (34)

QUICK CUSTOM RESET QUICK

: :

STOP DVD VIDEO

3 Press X/x to select “CUSTOM,”

then press ENTER.

The Setup Display appears.

LANGUAGE SETUP

OSD: MENU: AUDIO: SUBTITLE:

ENGLISH ENGLISH

ORIGINAL

ENGLISH

4 Press X/x to select the setup item

from the displayed list: “LANGUAGE SETUP,” “SCREEN SETUP,” “CUSTOM SETUP,” or “AUDIO SETUP.” Then press ENTER.

The Setup item is selected. Example: “SCREEN SETUP”

Selected item

SCREEN SETUP

TV TYPE: SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND:

BLACK LEVEL: BLACK LEVEL

Setup items

4:3 LETTER BOX

JACKET PICTURE

(COMPONENT OUT)

5 Select an item using X/x, then

press ENTER.

The options for the selected item appear. Example: “TV TYPE”

SCREEN SETUP

TV TYPE: SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND:

BLACK LEVEL: BLACK LEVEL

(COMPONENT OUT)

4:3 LETTER BOX 4:3 LETTER BOX

4:3 PAN SCAN

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Options

Settings and Adjustments

6 Select a setting using X/x, then

press ENTER.

The setting is selected and setup is complete. Example: “16:9”

SCREEN SETUP

TV TYPE: SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND:

BLACK LEVEL: BLACK LEVEL

To turn off the display

Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the display is turned off.

To enter the Quick Setup mode

Select “QUICK” in step 3. Follow from step 5 of the Quick Setup explanation to make basic adjustments (page 24).

To reset all of the “SETUP” settings

1 Select “RESET” in step 3 and press

ENTER

2 Select “YES” using X/x.

You can also quit the process and return to the Control Menu by selecting “NO” here.

3 Press ENTER.

All the settings explained on pages 64 to 68 return to the default settings. Do not press [/1 while resetting the player as it takes a few seconds to complete.

JACKET PICTURE

(COMPONENT OUT)

Selected setting

Setting the Display or Sound Track Language

(LANGUAGE SETUP)

“LANGUAGE SETUP” allows you to set

16:9

various languages for the on-screen display or

sound track.

ON ON

Select “LANGUAGE SETUP” in the Setup Display. To use the display, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 63).

LANGUAGE SETUP

◆ OSD (On-Screen Display)

Switches the display language on the screen.

◆ MENU (DVD VIDEO only)

You can select the desired language for the disc’s menu.

◆ AUDIO (DVD VIDEO only)

Switches the language of the sound track. When you select “ORIGINAL,” the language given priority in the disc is selected.

◆ SUBTITLE (DVD VIDEO only)

Switches the language of the subtitle recorded on the DVD VIDEO. When you select “AUDIO FOLLOW,” the language for the subtitles changes according to the language you selected for the sound track.

z Hint

If you select “OTHERS t” in “MENU,” “SUBTITLE,” and “AUDIO,” select and enter a

language code from “Language Code List” on page 75 using the number buttons.

Note

When you select a language in “MENU,” “SUBTITLE,” or “AUDIO” that is not recorded on

the DVD VIDEO, one of the recorded languages will be automatically selected.

OSD: MENU: AUDIO: SUBTITLE:

ENGLISH ENGLISH ORIGINAL ENGLISH

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Settings for the Display

(SCREEN SETUP)

Choose settings according to the TV to be connected.

Select “SCREEN SETUP” in the Setup Display. To use the display, see “Using the Setup Display” on page 63. The default settings are underlined.

SCREEN SETUP

TV TYPE: SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND: BLACK LEVEL: BLACK LEVEL

◆ TV TYPE

Selects the aspect ratio of the connected TV (4:3 standard or wide).

4:3 LETTER

Select this when you connect a 4:3 screen TV. Displays a wide

BOX

picture with bands on the upper and lower portions of the screen.

4:3 PAN

Select this when you connect a

SCAN

4:3 screen TV. Automatically displays the wide picture on the entire screen and cuts off the portions that do not fit.

16:9 Select this when you connect a

wide-screen TV or a TV with a wide mode function.

4:3 LETTER BOX

4:3 PAN SCAN

4:3 LETTER BOX

JACKET PICTURE

(COMPONENT OUT)

Note

Depending on the DVD, “4:3 LETTER BOX” may be selected automatically instead of “4:3 PAN SCAN” or vice versa.

◆ SCREEN SAVER

The screen saver image appears when you leave the player in pause or stop mode for 15 minutes, or when you play back a CD or DATA CD (MP3 audio) for more than 15 minutes. The screen saver will help prevent your display device from becoming damaged (ghosting). Press H to turn off the screen saver.

ON Turns on the screen saver.

OFF Turns off the screen saver.

◆ BACKGROUND

Selects the background color or picture on the TV screen in stop mode or while playing a CD or DATA CD (MP3 audio).

JACKET

The jacket picture (still picture) appears, but only when the

PICTURE

jacket picture is already recorded on the disc (CDEXTRA, etc.). If the disc does not contain a jacket picture, the “GRAPHICS” picture appears.

GRAPHICS

A preset picture stored in the player appears.

BLUE The background color is blue.

BLACK The background color is black.

◆ BLACK LEVEL

Selects the black level (setup level) for the video signals output from the jacks other than COMPONENT VIDEO OUT.

Sets the black level of the output signal to the standard level.

OFF Lowers the standard black level.

Use this when the picture becomes too white.

Settings and Adjustments

◆ BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT)

Selects the black level (setup level) for the video signals output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. You cannot select this when the player outputs progressive signal and the PROGRESSIVE indicator lights up in blue on the front panel.

ON Sets the black level of the output

signal to the standard level.

OFF Lowers the standard black level.

Use this when the picture becomes too white.

Custom Settings (CUSTOM

SETUP)

Use this to set up playback related and other settings.

Select “CUSTOM SETUP” in the Setup Display. To use the display, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 63). The default settings are underlined.

CUSTOM SETUP

AUTO POWER OFF: AUTO PLAY: DIMMER: PAUSE MODE: TRACK SELECTION: MULTI-DISC RESUME:

◆ AUTO POWER OFF

Switches the Auto Power Off setting on or off.

OFF Switches this function off.

ON The player enters standby mode

when left in stop mode for more than 30 minutes.

◆ AUTO PLAY

Switches the Auto Play setting on or off. This function is useful when the player is connected to a timer (not supplied).

OFF

Switches this function off.

ON Automatically starts playback

when the player is turned on.

◆ DIMMER

Adjusts the lighting of the front panel display.

Makes the lighting bright.

BRIGHT

DARK Makes the lighting dark.

BRIGHT

AUTO

OFF OFF

OFF

16:9

◆ PAUSE MODE (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW only)

Selects the picture in pause mode.

AUTO The picture, including subjects

that move dynamically, is output with no jitter. Normally select this position.

FRAME The picture, including subjects

that do not move dynamically, is output in high resolution.

◆ TRACK SELECTION (DVD VIDEO only)

Gives the sound track which contains the highest number of channels priority when you play a DVD VIDEO on which multiple audio formats (PCM, DTS, or Dolby Digital format) are recorded.

OFF

No priority given.

AUTO Priority given.

Notes

• When you set the item to “AUTO,” the language may change. The “TRACK SELECTION” setting has higher priority than the “AUDIO” settings in

“LANGUAGE SETUP” (page 64).

• If you set “DTS” to “OFF” (page 68), the DTS

sound track is not played even if you set “TRACK SELECTION” to “AUTO.”

• If PCM, DTS, and Dolby Digital sound tracks have the same number of channels, the player selects PCM, DTS, and Dolby Digital sound tracks in this order.

◆ MULTI-DISC RESUME (DVD VIDEO/

VIDEO CD only)

Switches the Multi-disc Resume setting on or off. Resume playback point can be stored in memory for up to 6 different DVD VIDEO/ VIDEO CD discs (page 30).

Stores the resume settings in memory for up to six discs (The settings remain in memory even if you select “OFF.”)

OFF Does not store the resume

settings in memory. Playback restarts at the resume point only for the current disc in the player.

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Settings for the Sound

(AUDIO SETUP)

“AUDIO SETUP” allows you to set the sound according to the playback and connection conditions.

Select “AUDIO SETUP” in the Setup Display. To use the display, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 63). The default settings are underlined.

AUDIO SETUP

AUDIO ATT: AUDIO DRC: DOWNMIX: DIGITAL OUT:

DOLBY DIGITAL: DTS:

◆ AUDIO ATT (attenuation)

If the playback sound is distorted, set this item to “ON.” The player reduces the audio output level. This function affects the output of the LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jack.

OFF Normally, select this position.

ON Select this when the playback sound

from the speakers is distorted.

◆ AUDIO DRC (Dynamic Range Control) (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW only)

Makes the sound clear when the volume is turned down when playing a DVD that conforms to “AUDIO DRC.” This affects the output from the following jacks:

– LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jack – DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL)

jack only when “DOLBY DIGITAL” is set to “D-PCM” (page 68).

Normally select this position.

STANDARD

TV MODE Makes the low sounds clear

even if you turn the volume down.

WIDE

Gives you the feeling of being

RANGE

at a live performance.

OFF

STANDARD

DOLBY SURROUND

D-PCM

OFF

Settings and Adjustments

◆ DOWNMIX (DVD only)

Switches the method for mixing down to 2 channels when you play a DVD which has rear sound elements (channels) or is recorded in Dolby Digital format. For details on the rear signal components, see “Displaying the audio information of the disc” (page 50). This function affects the output of the following jacks:

– LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jack – DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL)

jack when “DOLBY DIGITAL” is set to “D-PCM” (page 68).

DOLBY

Normally, select this position. Multi-channel audio signals are

SUR-

output to two channels for

ROUND

enjoying surround sounds.

NORMAL Multi-channel audio signals are

downmixed to two channels for use with your stereo.

◆ DIGITAL OUT

Selects if audio signals are output via the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) jack.

Normally select this position. When you select “ON,” see “Setting the digital output signal” for further settings.

OFF The influence of the digital circuit

upon the analog circuit is minimal.

Setting the digital output signal

Switches the method of outputting audio signals when you connect a component such as an amplifier (receiver) or MD deck with a digital input jack. For connection details, see page 19. Select “DOLBY DIGITAL” and “DTS” after setting “DIGITAL OUT” to “ON.”

AUDIO SETUP

AUDIO ATT: AUDIO DRC: DOWNMIX: DIGITAL OUT:

DOLBY DIGITAL: DTS:

If you connect a component that does not conform to the selected audio signal, a loud noise (or no sound) will come out from the speakers, damaging your ears or speakers.

◆ DOLBY DIGITAL (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW only)

Selects the type of Dolby Digital signal.

D-PCM Select this when the player is

connected to an audio component lacking a built-in Dolby Digital decoder. You can select whether the signals conform to Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) or not by making adjustments to the

“DOWNMIX” item in “AUDIO SETUP” (page 68).

DOLBY

Select this when the player is

DIGITAL

connected to an audio component with a built-in Dolby Digital decoder.

◆ DTS (DVD VIDEO only)

Selects whether or not to output DTS signal.

OFF

Select this when the player is connected to an audio component lacking a built-in DTS decoder.

ON Select this when the player is

connected to an audio component with a built-in DTS decoder.

OFF

STANDARD

DOLBY SURROUND

D-PCM

OFF

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Additional Information

Troubleshooting

If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the player, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repairs. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer (for customers in the U.S.A only).

Power

The power is not turned on.

, Check that the AC power cord is connected

securely.

Picture

There is no picture/picture noise appears.

, Re-connect the connecting cord securely. , The connecting cord is damaged. , Check the connection to your TV (page 16)

and switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen.

, The disc is dirty or flawed. , If the picture output from your player goes

through your VCR to get to your TV or if you are connected to a combination TV/ VIDEO player, the copy-protection signal applied to some DVD programs could affect picture quality. If you still experience problems even when you connect your player directly to your TV, please try connecting your player to your TV’s S VIDEO input (page 16).

Even though you set the aspect ratio in “TV TYPE” of “SCREEN SETUP,” the picture does not fill the screen.

, The aspect ratio of the disc is fixed on your

DVD.

Sound

There is no sound.

, Re-connect the connecting cord securely. , The connecting cord is damaged. , The player is connected to the wrong input

jack on the amplifier (receiver) (page 21, 22, 23).

, The amplifier (receiver) input is not

correctly set.

, The player is in pause mode or in Slow-

motion Play mode.

, The player is in fast forward or fast reverse

mode.

, If the audio signal does not come through

the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) jack, check the audio settings (page 68).

, While playing a Super VCD on which the

audio track 2 is not recorded, no sound will come out when you select “2:STEREO”, “2:1/L” or “2:2/R”.

Sound is noisy.

, When playing a CD with DTS sound tracks,

noise will come from the LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jack or DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) jack (page 27).

Sound distortion occurs.

, Set “AUDIO ATT” in “AUDIO SETUP” to

“ON” (page 67).

The sound volume is low.

, The sound volume is low on some DVDs.

The sound volume may improve if you set “AUDIO DRC” to “TV MODE” (page 67).

, Set “AUDIO ATT” in “AUDIO SETUP” to

“OFF” (page 67).

Operation

The remote does not function.

, There are obstacles between the remote and

the player.

, The distance between the remote and the

player is too far.

, The remote is not pointed at the remote

sensor on the player.

, The batteries in the remote are weak.

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The disc does not play.

, The disc is turned over.

Insert the disc with the playback side facing down on the disc tray.

, The disc is skewed. , The player cannot play certain discs (page 6). , The region code on the DVD does not match

the player.

, Moisture has condensed inside the player

(page 3).

, The player cannot play a recorded disc that

is not correctly finalized (page 6).

The MP3 audio track cannot be played (page 34).

, The DATA CD is not recorded in the MP3

format that conforms to ISO9660 Level 1/ Level 2 or Joliet.

, The MP3 audio track does not have the

extension “.MP3.”

, The data is not formatted in MP3 even

though it has the extension “.MP3.”

, The data is not MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 data. , The player cannot play audio tracks in

MP3PRO format.

“Copyright lock” appears and the screen turns blue when playing a DVD-RW disc.

, Images taken from digital broadcasts, etc.,

may contain copy protection signals, such as complete copy protection signals, single copy signals, and restriction-free signals. When images that contain copy protection signals are played, a blue screen may appear instead of the images. It may take a while when looking for playable images.

The title of the MP3 audio album or track is not correctly displayed.

, The player can only display numbers and

alphabet. Other characters are displayed as “*”.

The disc does not start playing from the beginning.

, Program Play, Shuffle Play, Repeat Play, or

A-B Repeat Play has been selected (page

36).

, Resume play has taken effect (page 30).

The player starts playing the disc automatically.

, The disc features an auto playback function.

, “AUTO PLAY” in “CUSTOM SETUP” is

set to “ON” (page 66).

Playback stops automatically.

, While playing discs with an auto pause

signal, the player stops playback at the auto pause signal.

You cannot perform some functions such as Stop, Search, Slow-motion Play, Repeat Play, Shuffle Play, or Program Play.

, Depending on the disc, you may not be able

to do some of the operations above. See the operating manual that comes with the disc.

The language for the sound track cannot be changed.

, Try using the DVD’s menu instead of the

direct selection button on the remote (page

31).

, Multilingual tracks are not recorded on the

DVD being played.

, The DVD prohibits the changing of the

language for the sound track.

The subtitle language cannot be changed or turned off.

, Try using the DVD’s menu instead of the

direct selection button on the remote (page

31).

, Multilingual subtitles are not recorded on

the DVD being played.

, The DVD prohibits the changing of the

subtitles.

The angles cannot be changed.

, Try using the DVD’s menu instead of the

direct selection button on the remote (page

31).

, Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD

being played.

, The angle can only be changed when the

“ANGLE” indicator lights up on the front panel display (page 9).

, The DVD prohibits changing of the angles.

The player does not operate properly.

, When static electricity, etc., causes the

player to operate abnormally, unplug the player.

5 numbers or letters are displayed on the screen and on the front panel display.

, The self-diagnosis function was activated.

(See the table on page 71.)

The disc tray does not open and “LOCKED” appears on the front panel display.

, Child Lock is set (page 29).

The disc tray does not open and “TRAY LOCKED” appears on the front panel display.

, Contact your Sony dealer or local

authorized Sony service facility.

“Data error” appears on the TV screen when playing a DATA CD.

, The MP3 audio track you want to play is

broken.

, The data is not MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 data.

Self-diagnosis Function

(When letters/numbers appear in the

display)

When the self-diagnosis function is activated to prevent the player from malfunctioning, a five-character service number (e.g., C 13 50) with a combination of a letter and four digits appears on the screen and the front panel display. In this case, check the following table.

C:13:50

First three characters of the service number

C 13 The disc is dirty.

C 31 The disc is not inserted

E XX

(xx is a number)

Cause and/or corrective action

,Clean the disc with a soft

cloth (page 7).

correctly. ,Re-insert the disc

correctly.

To prevent a malfunction, the player has performed the self-diagnosis function. ,Contact your nearest

Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and give the 5character service number. Example: E 61 10

Additional Information

Glossary

Chapter (page 46)

Sections of a picture or a music feature that are smaller than titles. A title is composed of several chapters. Depending on the disc, no chapters may be recorded.

Dolby Digital (page 23, 68)

Digital audio compression technology developed by Dolby Laboratories. This technology conforms to 5.1-channel surround sound. The rear channel is stereo and there is a discrete subwoofer channel in this format. Dolby Digital provides the same 5.1 discrete channels of high quality digital audio found in Dolby Digital cinema audio systems. Good channel separation is realized because all of the channel data are recorded discretely and little deterioration is realized because all channel data processing is digital.

Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) (page 22)

Audio signal processing technology that Dolby Laboratories developed for surround sound. When the input signal contains a surround component, the Pro Logic process outputs the front, center and rear signals. The rear channel is monaural.

DTS (page 23, 68)

Digital audio compression technology that Digital Theater Systems, Inc. developed. This technology conforms to 5.1-channel surround sound. The rear channel is stereo and there is a discrete subwoofer channel in this format. DTS provides the same 5.1 discrete channels of high quality digital audio. Good channel separation is realized because all of the channel data is recorded discretely and little deterioration is realized because all channel data processing is digital.

DVD VIDEO (page 6)

A disc that contains up to 8 hours of moving pictures even though its diameter is the same as a CD. The data capacity of a single-layer and singlesided DVD is 4.7 GB (Giga Byte), which is 7 times that of a CD. The data capacity of a double-layer and single-sided DVD is 8.5 GB, a single-layer and double-sided DVD is

9.4 GB, and double-layer and double-sided DVD is 17 GB. The picture data uses the MPEG 2 format, one of the worldwide standards of digital compression technology. The picture data is compressed to about 1/40 (average) of its original size. The DVD also uses a variable rate coding technology that changes the data to be allocated according to the status of the picture. Audio information is recorded in a multi-channel format, such as Dolby Digital, allowing you to enjoy a more real audio presence. Furthermore, various advanced functions such as the multi-angle, multilingual, and Parental Control functions are provided with the DVD.

DVD-RW (page 6)

A DVD-RW is a recordable and rewritable disc with the same size as the DVD VIDEO. The DVD-RW can be recorded in two different modes: VR mode and Video mode. VR (Video Recording) mode enables various programming and editing functions, some of which are limited in the case of Video mode. Video mode complies with DVD VIDEO format and can be played on other DVD players while a DVD-RW recorded in VR mode can only be played on DVD-RW compliant players. The “DVD-RW” appearing in this manual, and the on-screen displays refer to DVD-RWs in VR mode.

DVD+RW (page 6)

A DVD+RW (plus RW) is a recordable and rewritable disc. DVD+RWs use a recording format that is comparable to the DVD VIDEO format.

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Film based software, Video based software (page 18)

DVDs can be classified as Film based or Video based software. Film based DVDs contain the same images (24 frames per second) that are shown at movie theaters. Video based DVDs, such as television dramas or sit-coms, display images at 30 frames/60 fields (25 frames/50 fields) per second.

Interlace format (page 18)

Interlace format shows every other line of an image as a single “field” and is the standard method for displaying images on television. The even number field shows the even numbered lines of an image, and the odd numbered field shows the odd numbered lines of an image.

Index (CD)/Video Index (VIDEO CD) (page

12)

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

Progressive format (page 18)

Compared to the Interlace format that alternately shows every other line of an image (field) to create one frame, the Progressive format shows the entire image at once as a single frame. This means that while the Interlace format can show 30 frames (60 fields) in one second, the Progressive format can show 60 frames in one second. The overall picture quality increases and still images, text, and horizontal lines appear sharper. This player is compatible with the 480 progressive format.

Scene (page 46)

On a VIDEO CD with PBC (playback control) functions, the menu screens, moving pictures and still pictures are divided into sections called “scenes.”

Title (page 9)

The longest section of a picture or music feature on a DVD, movie, etc., in video software, or the entire album in audio software.

Track (page 9)

Sections of a picture or a music feature on a CD or VIDEO CD (the length of a song).

Additional Information

Language Code List

For details, see pages 49, 53, 64. The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.

Code Language Code Language Code Language Code Language

1027 Afar 1028 Abkhazian 1032 Afrikaans 1039 Amharic 1044 Arabic 1045 Assamese 1051 Aymara 1052 Azerbaijani 1053 Bashkir 1057 Byelorussian 1059 Bulgarian 1060 Bihari 1061 Bislama 1066 Bengali;

Bangla 1067 Tibetan 1070 Breton 1079 Catalan 1093 Corsican 1097 Czech 1103 Welsh 1105 Danish 1109 German 1130 Bhutani 1142 Greek 1144 English 1145 Esperanto 1149 Spanish 1150 Estonian 1151 Basque 1157 Persian 1165 Finnish 1166 Fiji 1171 Faroese 1174 French 1181 Frisian

1183 Irish 1186 Scots Gaelic 1194 Galician 1196 Guarani 1203 Gujarati 1209 Hausa 1217 Hindi 1226 Croatian 1229 Hungarian 1233 Armenian 1235 Interlingua 1239 Interlingue 1245 Inupiak 1248 Indonesian 1253 Icelandic 1254 Italian 1257 Hebrew 1261 Japanese 1269 Yiddish 1283 Javanese 1287 Georgian 1297 Kazakh 1298 Greenlandic 1299 Cambodian 1300 Kannada 1301 Korean 1305 Kashmiri 1307 Kurdish 1311 Kirghiz 1313 Latin 1326 Lingala 1327 Laothian 1332 Lithuanian 1334 Latvian;

Lettish

1345 Malagasy

1347 Maori 1349 Macedonian 1350 Malayalam 1352 Mongolian 1353 Moldavian 1356 Marathi 1357 Malay 1358 Maltese 1363 Burmese 1365 Nauru 1369 Nepali 1376 Dutch 1379 Norwegian 1393 Occitan 1403 (Afan)Oromo 1408 Oriya 1417 Punjabi 1428 Polish 1435 Pashto;

Pushto 1436 Portuguese 1463 Quechua 1481 Rhaeto-

Romance 1482 Kirundi 1483 Romanian 1489 Russian 1491 Kinyarwanda 1495 Sanskrit 1498 Sindhi 1501 Sangho 1502 Serbo-

Croatian 1503 Singhalese 1505 Slovak 1506 Slovenian

1507 Samoan 1508 Shona 1509 Somali 1511 Albanian 1512 Serbian 1513 Siswati 1514 Sesotho 1515 Sundanese 1516 Swedish 1517 Swahili 1521 Tamil 1525 Telugu 1527 Tajik 1528 Thai 1529 Tigrinya 1531 Turkmen 1532 Tagalog 1534 Setswana 1535 Tonga 1538 Turkish 1539 Tsonga 1540 Tatar 1543 Twi 1557 Ukrainian 1564 Urdu 1572 Uzbek 1581 Vietnamese 1587 Volapük 1613 Wolof 1632 Xhosa 1665 Yoruba 1684 Chinese 1697 Zulu

1703 Not specified

Additional Information

1-18E

SECTION 2

DISASSEMBLY

2-1. DISASSEMBLY

• This set can be disassembled in the order shown below.

Set

Upper case

(Page 2-1)

DVP-NC625/NC665P

Front panel section

(Page 2-2)

Table ass’y

(Page 2-4)

Loading motor ass’y

(M901)

(Page 2-5)

IF-099, FR-197 boards

(Page 2-6)

Rear panel section

(Page 2-2)

AV-072 board

(Page 2-4)

Optical pick-up

(Page 2-5)

MB-108 board

(Page 2-3)

ER-14 board

(AEP, UK) (Page 2-4)

NOTE: Follow the disassembly procedure in the numerical order given.

2-2. UPPER CASE

Upper case

DV-034 board

(Page 2-3)

Power block

(Page 2-6)

Two tapping

screws

Three screws

(B3)

Two tapping

screws

2-1

2-3. FRONT PANEL SECTION

Two screws

(B3)

Connector

(CN471)

(CN403)

Harness

PF-134

Connector

(CN2)

AV-072 Board

Connector

(CN202)

Flexible flat cable

(FFC-FDS-003: CN308)

Cover Tray

2-4. REAR PANEL

Claw

Cla

Connector

(CN101)

Front panel section

Two scre

(B3)

(CN402)

Screw (B3)

Connector

Rear panel

Harness

FV-121

Connector

(CN306)

Screw (B3)

Two screws

(B3)

Connector

(CN102)

Flexible flat cable

(FMV-20: CN203)

2-2

Screw (B3)

AV-072 Board

Connector

(CN901)

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