Sony DVP-NC675P Owner’s Manual

3-091-202-12(1 )

CD/DVD Player

Operating Instructions

For customers in the U.S.A,

Owner's Record

The model and serial numbers are located at the rear ol tile unit.

Record the _rial number in lhe space pwvided below. Reli:r to lhem whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding lhis product.

Model No. DVP-NC675P

Serial NO.

For Customers in Canada

11this product is not working properly, please call 1-877-602-2008 for

Peace of Mind Warranty Replacement service. For other prodtlct related que tions please conhtcI o/ir Customer

Information Service Centre al 1-877-899-7669 or wrile to IlSat:

Customer Inlormatkm Service 115 Gordon Baker Road, Toronto, Ontario, M2H 3R6

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DVP-NC675P

WARNING Welcome!

To prevent fire or shock

hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do

not open the cabinet. Refer

servicing to qualified

personnel only.

CAUTION

The use ol optic_d insu uments with this product will increase eye

hazard. As the laser beam u_d ill this CD/DVD player is harmlul to

eyes, do not altelnpt IOdisassenlble the cabinet.

Relcr servicing to qualified

personnel only.

This symbol is

inlended 1oalert the

user 1othe pre_nce of uninsulated

within the product's enclosure that may be of sul/icient magnilude to

constitute a risk ofeleclric shock to persons.

mainlenance (servicing) instructions in the lileralurc

accompanying lhe appliance.

"dangerous vollage"

This synlbol is

inlended 1oalert the

user 1othe pre_nce of importanl operating and

CAUTION :

This equipmen( has been tested and lound to comply with the

limits lot a Class B digital device.

pursuant (o Part 15 of (l_eFCC

Rules. The_ limits are designed (o

provide reasonable protectkm against harmlul in(erllrrcnce in a residential installation. This

equipment genera(es, uses, and call radialc radkt h'equency energy

and. if not installed and used in accordance wilh the instructions,

may cause harmlul intcrlbrence to

radio colnlllunicalions. However, there is no guaranlee lhal

interlbrence will not occur in a

parlicular inslallalion. If this equipment does cause harmlul

interllrrence to radio or television

receptkm, width can be determined by turning the

equipment oil and on, lhe user is encouraged to try to correct the

interli:rence by one or lnore of the

Iollowing measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving mtenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and

receiver. Connect the equipment into an

outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an

experienced radiofFV technician %r help.

Thank you lor purchasing this Sony CD/DVD Player. Belom operating this player, please mad this manual thoroughly and retain

it lor Iuture relcrence.

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC

SHOCK. MATCH WIDE BLADE

OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT.

FULLY INSERT.

CAUTION

You are cautk)ned lhat rely change or modifications not expressly appro_ ed in this mamlal could void

yo/Ir a/llhority to operate lhis

equipmenl.

Important

Safeguards

For your protection, please read these sallrty instructions complelcly belore operating the appliance,

and keep this manual lor luture reference, Carelully ob_lwe all warnings, prccaulions and

insm/ctions on file appliance, or file one described in lhe operating instructions and adhere to thenl,

Use

Power sources

This set shouM be operated only fi'on_ the type el power source

indicaled on tile marking label. If you arc not sure of lhe type el

electrical power supplied to your honle, consult your dealer (51local power company.

For those sets designed to operate h'onl bilttery power, (51:other sources, rclcr to tile operaling instrucliolls.

Grounding or Polarization

Tbis set is equipped with a polarized ac power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other), or

wilh a three-wire grounding lype phlg (a phlg having a third pill lor grounding). Follow the insmlctions

below:

For the set with a polarized ac power

cord plug:

This phlg will fit into tile power oullet only Olle way. This is a sali_ty lcature, lfyou are unable to

insell lhe plug flllly inlo lhe outlet, IiT reversing tile plug. If the phlg should still lzdl 1o ill, contacl your

electrician 1o have a suitable outlel inslalled. Do nol delhal lhe salPly purpose of tile polarized phlg by

Iorcing it in.

For the set with a three-wire grounding

type ac plug:

This phlg will only fit into a grounding-lype power outlet. This

is a sal)ty l_ature. If you are tillable to insert the plug into the

oullet, contact your electrician to have a suitable oullet inslalled. Do not delcal the salcly purpo_ of the gwunding plug.

Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets, extensioll cords or conveniellCe I _aa::aa_aa===,_ receptacles beyond their capacity,

since Ibis can result in tire or electric shock.

Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects_ el any kind inlo _/_ _ tile set through openings as they '_',,_

may touch dangerous voltage points (517shorl oul paris lhal could restt]l ill

a filx_ or electric shock. Never spill lktuid of any kind on tile _t.

Attachments

Do nol use altacbnlents llOl reconltllended by tile UlZlllUl;iclur_2r, Jig they nlay cause hazards.

Cleaning

Unphlg the set lronl lhe wall outlet belore cleaning or polishing il. Do

not use liquid cleaners (51 aerosol cleaners. Use a clolh lightly

danlpened with water lot cleaning the exterior of tile set,

Installation

Water and Moisture

DO not use power-lhle operated sets ,+,,-_ _ near waler - lor example, near a

bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or

hlundry tub, ill a wet baselllelll, or

llear a swillllning [)(5(51,elc.

Power-Cord Protection

Ro/lle tile power cord so lhat it is not likely to be walked on or

pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular

altention to tile plugs, receptacles, all(] llle poinl where the cord exits fl'om lhe appliance.

Accessories

UllSlable cart, slalld_ lripod,

Do noI ph/ce tile set on _111 bracket, or table. Tile set may

tall, causing serious iJ_itn T to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the set. Use

only a carl stand tripod, bracket, or table recomnlended by tile manul,_cturer. All appliance and cart combination should be moved with calv. Quick

slops, excessive l]srce, and uneven surli_ces may cause the appliance

and carl conlbJnalion 1(5overturn.

Ventilation

Tile slol and openings ill tile cannel are provided lor necessaly ventilalion. To ensure lvlinble operation of

tile set, ;ind to prelect it lronl o_.erhe;llillg, the_ slots and openings must never be blocked or covered.

• Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or

other materials.

• Never block the slots and openings by placing the set

on a bed, sola, rug or other similar surlace.

sa12s,_

,=i_continued 3

• Never place the set in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or builtqn

cabinet, unless proper ventilation is provided.

• Do not place the set near or over a radiator or heat

rcgistel: or where it is

exposed to direct sunlight.

Antennas

Outdoor antenna grounding

If an outdoor antenna or cable system is inshdled.

Iollow the prcclmtions below.

All Otltdoor _llltt_nna system should not be located ill tile vicinity of overhead power lines or otller electric light

or power circtlils, or where it can colne ill contact wilh such power lines or circuits.

WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA

SYSTEM. EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN

TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER

LINES OR CIRCUITS AS CONTACT WITH THEM IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL.

Be vIll'C2 tile antcllna _,}mtc21n is groundc2d so as 1_>provide

sonic protection ;igilinsl _)ltagc2 _/ll'gc2sHndbuilt-up slatic cfim'gc2s.Section 810 of the Nalkmal Electrical Code

provMcs inlormalkm wilh resfvcl to proper grounding of the nlaq and supporting Sll/iclurc, grounding ol lhe lead-in

wire to ;uaanlenna discfiargc2 unil, size of grounding

condllclors, location of alllenna-discharge unit. conneclion to grounding electrodes, and mquircmcnls lot lfie

grounding electrode.

Antenna Grounding According to the

National Electrical Code

_ Antenna Lead in Wire

_'_ _t_t.... _[_ (NED Section 810-21)

NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

Lightning

For added protection tot this set during a lightning

slornl, or when il is left unattended and unused tot long periods ot time, unplug it h'onl the wall outlet and

disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will

prevenl damage to tile sel due to lighming mid power-

lille surges.

j. Antenna Discharge unit

(NED Section 810-20)

::=- Grounding Conductors

- GroundClamps

..... PowerService Grounding

ElectrodeSystem

(NED Art 250 PartH)

Service

Damage Requiring Service

Unphlg tile set fi'om tile wall outlet mid rcli:r servicing to qualified service personnel under tile fi)llowing

conditions:

• When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

• If liquid has been spilled or obiects have fallen into the

set.

• If the set has been exposed to rain or water.

• If the set has been _ _ su[!iect to excessive

shock by being dropped, or lhe cabinet has been damaged.

• If the set does not operate normally when l\dlowing

the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that arc specified in the operating instructions, hnproper adjustment

of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the set to normal operation.

• When the set exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.

Servicing

Do nol at_elnpl to sel'_,ic*t tile sel

yourself as opening or rclnoxing covers may expose you to

dangerous vofiage or other ha/nrds.

Relcr all sel_'icing 1o qualified selxice personnel.

Replacement parts

When replacement parls are required, be sure lfie sel_ ice techniciml has u_ed replacement parts specified

by tile manulaclurer thai ]lave the salne c]laracterislics as tile original paris.

Unauthorized substitutions may rcsull ill fire, electric shock, or odler hazards.

Safety Check

Upon completion of any selvice or repairs to tile set. ask tile service

tecfinickm lo perlornl routine safety checks (as specified by tile manulaclurcr) to deternline lfiat

the set is in sate operating condition.

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Precautions

On safety

• Camion -The use of optical instrmnents

with this product will increase eye hazard.

• To prcvent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

• Should ally snlid object or liquid t_.,11into the cabinet, unplug tile player and have it checked by qualified personnel befk_re operating it ally further.

Onpowersources

• The player is not disconnected from the AC

power source as king as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if"the player itself has

been turned rift.

• If you are not going to use the player lk*ra long time, be sure to disconnect the player

t>om the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord, grasp the plug itself: never pull

the cord.

Onplacement

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

• Do nnt place tile player on a sol1 surface such as a rug that might block the

ventilation holes.

• Do not place tile player ill a location near heal sources, or ill a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical

shock.

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

• Do not place heavy objects on the player.

Onadjustingvolume

Do uot turn up the volume while listening to a sectkm with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level section is played.

Oncleaning

Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth slightly mnistcned with a mild detergent sohltion. Do not use ally type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent

such as alcohol or benzine.

Oncleaningdiscs

Do not use a comnlercially availahle cleaning disc. It may cause a malhmction.

IMPORTANTNOTICE

Caution: This player is capable of holding a

still video inulge or on-screen display image

on your television screen indefinitely. If

you leave Ihe still video irnage or on=screen display image displayed on ynur TV for all

extended period of time you risk permanem

damage to your television screen. Plasma Display Panel television and projection

televisions are especially susceptible to this.

Ontransportingtheplayer

Before transporting the player, follow the procedure below to return the internal

mechanisms to their original positions.

1 Remove all Ihe discs from the disc tray.

2 Press _ to close the disc Iray.

Make sure that "NO DISC" appears on tile front panel display.

3 Press I/(J) 1o turn off Ihe player.

The player enters standby mode.

4 Disconnect the AC power cord.

Onoperation

• If the player is brought directly fronl a cold to a warm location, or is placed ill a very damp Foonl, nloisttlre may condeuse Oil 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 lk)rabout half all hour until the moisture evaporates.

• When you move tile player, take out ally discs, lfyou don't, tile disc may be damaged.

If you have ally questions or problems concerning your player, please consult your

nearest Sony dealer.

Table of Contents

WARNING .................................................... 2

Welcome! ..................................................... 2

Important Safeguards ........................................... 3

Precautions ................................................... 5

About this Manual .............................................. 8

This Player Can Play the Following Discs ............................ 8

Notes about the Discs ........................................... 9

Index to Parts and Controls ...................................... 10

Guide to the Control Menu Display ................................ 14

Hookups .......................................... 17

Hooking Up the Player .......................................... 17

Step 1: Unpacking ............................................. 17

Step 2: Inserting Batteries into the Remote .......................... 17

Step 3: Connecting the Video Cords ............................... 18

Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords ............................... 20

Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord ............................... 25

Step 6: Quick Setup ............................................ 25

Playing Discs ...................................... 28

Playing Discs ................................................. 28

Resuming Playback from the Point Where You Stopped the Disc (Multi-disc

Resume) ................................................. 31

Using the DVD's Menu .......................................... 32

Selecting "ORIGINAL" or "PLAY LIST" on a DVD-RW Disc ............. 32

Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC Functions (PBC Playback) .............. 33

Various Play Mode Functions (Program Play, Shuffle Play, Repeat Play, A-B

Repeat Play) .............................................. 34

Searchingfor a Scene ................................ 39

Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc (Search, Scan, Slow-motion Play,

Freeze Frame) ............................................. 39

Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track/Scene, etc ....................... 40

Searching by Scene (PICTURE NAVIGATION) ...................... 42

Viewing Information About the Disc ....................... 43

Checking the Playing Time and Remaining Time ..................... 43

Sound Adjustments .................................. 46

Changing the Sound ........................................... 46

TV Virtual Surround Settings (TVS) ................................ 47

Enjoying Movies .................................... 49

Changing the Angles ........................................... 49

Displaying the Subtitles ......................................... 49

Adjusting the Playback Picture (CUSTOM PICTURE MODE) ............ 50

Sharpening the Outline of an Image (SHARPNESS) ................... 51

Playing a DATA CD ................................... 52

About MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image Files ..................... 52

Playing DATA CDs with MP3 Audio Track and JPEG Image Files ........ 53

Specifying the slideshow duration ................................. 57

Selecting an effect for image files in the slideshow .................... 58

UsingVariousAdditionalFunctions....................... 59

Locking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL,

PARENTAL CONTROL) ..................................... 59

Controlling Your TV with the Supplied Remote ....................... 63

Settings and Adjustments .............................. 64

Using the Setup Display ......................................... 64

Setting the Display or Sound Track Language (LANGUAGE SETUP) ..... 65

Settings for the Display (SCREEN SETUP) .......................... 66

Custom Settings (CUSTOM SETUP) ............................... 67

Settings for the Sound (AUDIO SETUP) ............................ 68

Additional Information ................................ 70

Troubleshooting ............................................... 70

Self-diagnosis Function (When letters/numbers appear in the display) ..... 72

Glossary ..................................................... 73

Specifications ................................................. 7,5

Language Code List ............................................ 76

Index ....................................................... 77

Aboutthis Manual

ThisPlayerCanPlaythe

• Instructions ill this manual describe tile

controls nn the renlote. You can alsn use tile controls on the player if they have the same

nr shnilar names as those on the remote.

• "DVD" may be used as a general term Rtr DVD VIDEOs, DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs and

DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs.

• The meaning of the icons used iu this manual is described belnw:

Icon Meaning

Functious available for DVD VIDEOs and DVD+RWs/ DVD+Rs or DVD-RWs/DVD- Rs ill vide() mode

Functions available for DVD- RWs ill VR (Video Recording)

mode Functiuns available fur VIDEO

CDs. Super VCDs or CD-Rs/ CD-RWs ill video CD lk_rmat

or Super VCD lk_rmat Functiuns available for DATA

CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD- RWs cuulaining MP3: audio tracks :rod JPEG image files)

Functions av:dlable for music CDs ur CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD format

* MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3) is a staMard

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

FollowingDiscs

Format of discs

DVD VIDEO

(page 73) DVD-RW

(page 73)

VBDEO

R!A"

V,DEODD

Music CD {_

"DVD VIDEO" and "DVD-RW ' are trademarks.

Noteabout CDs

Tile player can play CD ROMs/CD-Rs/CD- RWs recorded ill the fnllowiug l\)rmats:

- music CD li)rn]al

- vide() CD formal MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files of

format conforming to 1SO9660" Level 11 Level 2, or its extended formal Jnliet KODAK Picture CD format

* A logical format of files and folders on CD-

ROMs, defined by ISO (International Organization R)r Standardization).

Region code

Yore ÷player has a region cnde printed on the back nfthe unit and only will play DVD

VIDEO discs (playback nnly) labeled with identical reginu codes. This system is used to

protect copyrights.

DVD VIDEOs labeled ___ will also play nu this player.

lfynu try to play any other DVD VIDEO, tile message "Playback prnhibited by area

limitations." will appear nn the TV screen. Depending nu the DVD VIDEO. nn reginn

code indicatinn may be labeled even though playing tile DVD VIDEO is prohibited by

area restrictions.

DBGBT/_LAUDBO

Region code

Exampleof discsthat the player cannot play

Note on playback operations of DVDsand VIDEOCDs

The player cannot play the tk)llowing discs:

• CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those recorded in the lormats listed on the

previous page.

• CD-ROMs recorded in PHOTO CD format

• Data part of CD-Exlras

• DVD-ROMs

• DVD Audio discs

• HD layer oi1 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

conl\)rms 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 lel: on it.

• 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. For more information, see the operating instructions lk)r the recording device. Note that some playback filnctions may not work with some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, even if they have been correctly finalized. In this case, view the disc by normal playback. Also some DATA CDs created in Packet Write format cannot be played.

• 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 ax_ire that among those discs, there are some that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product.

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

sol,1ware producers. Since this player plays DVDs and VIDEO CDs according to the disc

contents the soflware producers designed, some playback fcatures may not be available.

Also, refi:r to the instructions supplied with the DVDs or VIDEO CDs.

Copyrights

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by

Macrovisiom and is intended l\_r home and other limited viewing uses only unless

otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Notesabout 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.

• Alier playing, store the disc in its case.

• Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc l?'om 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 hflk_rnmtion,reler Io the pages indicaled in parentheses.

Front panel

[] I/(.D(on/standby) button (28) [] DISC SELECT DISC 1 - DISC 5

buttons (29)

[] _ (playback) button (28)

The 17::>button has a tactile dot.':'

[] || (pause) button (29) [] • (stop) button (29)

[] I'_[_ 11_1_1(previous/next) buttons (29) [] m (remote sensor) (17)

[] DISC SKIP button (28)

[] PROGRESSIVE indicator (19)

Lights up when the player outputs progressive signals

[] EXCHANGE button (30) [] z_=(open/close) button (28)

[] Front panel display (11) [] Disc tray (28)

' Use the laclile dol as a reference when operaling

Ihe player.

Frontpanel display

Whenplayingbacka DVDVIDEO/DVD-RW

Disc numbers (29)

Disc type change the angle (49) current title (44)

Lights up when you can Playing time of the

. /i_]i]_'_';_ii[lZ_:,'o_@ _ : ;, .'...... :......o .....'; : :1

...... , _LL D SCS _ ,,,,,,, ,... ,...... , ,.. ,

Current disc All Discs Playing Lights up during Repeat Play (37)

Whenplayingbacka VIDEOCDwithPlaybackControl(PBC)(33)

........?................................................................ ...........................................................................................................................................................................................I

Repeat mode status

(37) Current audio signal (46)

Disc numbers (29)

Disc type

Current playing time (44)

"o J...... "°"i. •

• ........................ :/'c" :.......,

Current disc All Discs Playing Lights up during A-B Repeat Play (38)

Whenplayingbacka CD,DATACD(IVIP3audio),orVIDEOCD(withoutPBC)

Disc type

L,,5£_[_] _,.........................L,%_ ,,-,.,: ;,............

1 /

Repeat mode status

(37)

Disc numbers (29)

Current track (44)

Current playing time (44)

t i

Current mode

disc

The front panel display will lurn off aulom_ttically when the disc tray is opened.

All Discs Repeat

(37)

Ii Lights up when playing MP3 audio tracks (34)

i t

Playing status Lights up during Repeat Play (37)

.-i_continued 11

Rearpanel

[] COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, PB,

PR) jacks* (18) [] LINE OUT (VIDEO)jack** (18) [] NORMAL/PROGRESSIVE switch

(67) [] S VIDEO OUT jack** (18) [] LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jack (21)

(22) (23)

[] DIGITALOUT(COAXIAL)jack(22)

(23)(24)

[] DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)jack (22)

(23)(24)

* Set the NORMAL/PROGRESSIVE switch to

PROGRESSIVE if you have connected a progressive signal compatible TV to the player

(page 67, 70).

':':_Donot set NORMAL/PROGRESSIVE switch to

PROGRESSIVE if you have connected the TV to these jacks (page 67).

Remote

®®

[] TV I/(.D (on/standby) button (63) [] A OPEN/CLOSE button (28) [] Number buttons (32)

The mnnber 5 button has a tactile dot.* [] CLEAR button (34) [] SUBTITLE button (49) [] AUDIO button (46) [] _ 11_1_1 PREV (previous)/NEXT

(next) buttons (29) [] _II -_,tl/ll_ _ SCAN/SLOW

buttons (39) [] II PAUSE button (29) [] 12> PLAY button (28)

The I2:> button has a tactile dot.* [] <--/I"/4,/+ buttons (32) [] DISPLAY button (14) [] TOP MENU button (32) [] I/Q) (on/standby) button (28) [] VOL (vohnne) +_ buttons (63)

The + button has a tactile dot.* [] TV/VIDEO button (63)

[] TIME/TEXT button (43) [] DISC SKIP button (28) [] ANGLE button (49) [] SUR (surround) button (47) [] PICTURE NAVI (picture navigation)

button (42, 53) [] ZOOM button (53) [] *_/tl_ INSTANTADVANCE/STEP

button (29, 39) [] _*/-_H INSTANT REPLAY/STEP

button (29, 39) [] • STOP button (29) [] ENTER button (25) [] ox_ RETURN button (30) [] MENU button (32) (34)

' Use Ihe lactile dot as a reference when operating

Ihe player.

Guideto the ControlMenuDisplay

Use tile Conlrol Menu to select a ltmction mM to view related informalion. Press DISPLAY repeatedly to turn on or change the Control Menu display as lk_llows:

Control Menrl display 2 (Except DVD-RW and CD) Control Menu display 1

Control Menu display oil

ControlMenu

The Control Menu display 1 and 2 will show different items depending on the disc type. For

delails, please refer Io the pages in parentheses.

Exarnple: Control Menu display I when playing a DVD VIDEO

Currently playing disc number Currently playing title number'

....................Currently playing chapter number *'_

Total number of titles ;L

Total number of Playback status chapters* (1__Playback, || Pause,

selected Control Menu item

Operation message

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

number for DATA CDs.

** Displays the index number R)r VIDEO CDs, MP3 audio track number for DATA CDs. *** Displays Super VCD as "SVCD."

To turn offthe display

Press DISPLAY repeatedly.

List of ControlMenu Items

Item

Item Name, Function, Relevant Disc Type DISC (page 40)

Selectsthe_lisctot,e pl_ye_l. _ _ _ r¢_

TITLE (page 40)/SCENE (page 40)/TRACK (page 40)

Selects the title, scene, or track to be played. _ _ _rff4_

CHAPTER (page 40)/INDEX (page 40)

Selects the chapter or index to be played. _ _

ALBUM (page 40)

Selects the albtnn to be played.

DATE (page 40)

Displays tile recorded date. etc of the c/lrrent JPEG image.

FILE (page 40)

Selects the JPEG image file Io be played.

TRACK (page 40)

Selects the track to be played. _ TIMEfFEXT (page 40)

Checks the elapsed time nnd tile remaining playback time. Input Ihe lime code for picture and music searching. Displays Ihe DVD/CD lexl or Ihe DATA CD's track name.

ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST (page 32)

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

PROGRAM (page 34)

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

SHUFFLE (page 36)

Plays tl]e disc. title, chapter, or track in random order.

REPEAT (page 37) Plays the entire disc/all titles/all tracks/all albums) repeatedly or one title/chapter/ track/album repeatedly.

A-B REPEAT (page 38)

Specifies the parts you want to play repeatedly.

CUSTOM PICTURE MODE (page 50)

Adi/lst the qde( sir, nal lrom the player. You can select the picture quality that best suits tile program you are watching.

SHARPNESS (page 51)

Exaggerates the outline of the image to produce ;1sharper picture.

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MODE (MP3, JPEG) (page 55)

Selects Ihe dal0. type; MP3 audio track (AUDIOh JPE(-; image file/IMAGE) or both /AUTO) to be played when playing a DATA (!D.

INTERVAL (page 57)

Specifies tile duration lor which tile slides are displayed on tile screen.

EFFECT (page 58)

Selects the effect to be used for changing slides duriug a slideshow.

PARENTAL CONTROL (page 59) Set to prohibit playback on this player. _ _

SETUP (page 64)

QUICK Setup/page 251 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 ad.just other various settings.

RESET Returns the settings in ';SETUP" to the default setting.

"_" Hint The Control Menu icon indicator lights up in green ""+ when you select any item excepl

"OFF." ("PROGRAM," "SHUFFLE," "REPEATs" "A-B REPEAT," "CUSTOM PICTURE MODE" "SHARPNESS" only). The "ORIGINAL/PLAYLIST" indicator lights up in green ,,_hen you select

"PLAYLIST'.

HookingUpthe Player

Follow Sleps 1 to 6 to hook tip and adiust the settings of the player.

• 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 ha,_e the l\41owing items:

• Audio/video cord (pinplug × 3 _-+ pinplug × 3) (1)

• Remote commander (remote) (1)

• Size AA (R6) batteries (2)

Step 2: Inserting Batteries into the Remote

You can control Ihe player using the supplied remote. Insert Iwo Size AA (R6) batteries by

matching the (_ and @ ends on Ihe batteries to the markings inside the compartment. When

using the remote, point it at the remote sensor m on the player.

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

• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing, p ,rticularly 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 malfimction.

• If you do not use the remote R)ran extended period of time. remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from batte U leakage and corrosion.

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Step3: ConnectingtheVideoCords

Conned this player to your TV monitor, projet(or, or AV amplit]er (receiver) using a video cord. Select one ol'lhe palterns O/hrough _. In order to view progressive sigeal (4g()p)pictures with

acompatible TV. projet/or, or moeitor, you musl use coenection _. according to/he inpurjack

on your TV moni)or, projeclor, or AV amplifier (receiver).

S VIDEO cord (not supplied)

QvlDEo

TV, projector or AV

UDIO

TV) projector er AV

amplifier (receiver)

Component video cord (not supplied)

to LINE OUT (VIDEO)

(green)

:Signal flow

to COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

S VIDEO OUT

CD/DVD player

TV,projectoror AV amplifier(receiver)

0 If youare connectingto a video inputjack

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

Yellow (Video) _ _ Yellow (Video) White (L) _ _ White (L)

Red (R) Red (R)

Use the red arid while plugs Io connect to Ihe audio inpul jacks (page 21 ). (Do lhis if you are

colmecling loa TV only.)

0 If youare connectingto an SVIDEOinputjack

Connect an S VIDE() cord (not supplied). You will enjoy high qualily images.

• If youare connectingto a monitor,projector, or AVamplifier (receiver)

havingcomponentvideo inputjacks (Y/PdPR)

Connect the component _ia 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) lormat signals, you must use this connection and set NORMAL/PROGRESSIVE switch to PROGRESSIVE (page 67). The PROGRESSIVE indicator lights tip when the player outputs progressive signals.

Blue Green

Red

Blue Green

Red

When connectingto a wide screen TV

Depending on Ihe disc, Ilaeimage (It"some discs may not fil your TV screen. If you warn to change lhe aspect ratio, please ret'er lo page 66.

• Connect Ihe player directly Io Ihe TV. If you pass the player signals via Ihe VCR, you may nol receive a

clear image on the TV screen.

CD/DVD player /

directly

• Consumers should note that not all high definition television sets arefidly 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. Ifthere are questions regarding your Sony TV set's compatibility with this model 480p DVD player, please contact our customer

service center.

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Step4: Connectingthe AudioCords

Refer Io dae chart below Io selecl the connection that best suils your system. Be sure to also read the instructions for the components you wish to comlect.

Select a connection

Select one of the following connections. O Ihrough O.

T'_' _ (page 21) Example

Stereo amplifier (reeeiver) and two speakers Example

MD deck/DAT deck

AV amplilier (receiver) having a Dolby* Example Surround (Pro Logie) deeoder and 3 to 6 speakers

AV amplifier (receiver) with a digital input iack _ (page 24) Example havin_ a Dolbv Digital or DTS** decoder and 6

speakers

"_° Hint

If you connect an AV amplifier (receiver) that

conl_)rms to the 96 kHz sampling frequency, use

connection 1_.

* Manufactured under license from Dolby

Laboratories. "Dolby," "Pro Logic 2' and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby

Laboratories.

*:_ "DTS" and "DTS Digital Out" are trademarks

of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

0 Connectingto your TV

This cormccdon will use your TV's speakers t'or sound.

CD/DVD player

(yellow)* (yellow)*

(white) \

(red)

iii ii to LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO)

: Signal flow

:"The yellow plug is used l_)r video signals (page

18).

"_° Hint

When connecting to a monaural TV. use a sterco- mono conversion cord (not supplied). Connect the

LINE OUT L_ (AUDIO)jacks to the TV's audio

input jack.

Audio/video cord (supplied)

to audio input

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0 Connectingto a stereoamplifier(receiver)and2 speakers/Connectingto

anMD deck or DATdeck

If the stere<} amplifier (receiver) has audio input jacks L and R only, use _. If the amplifier (receiver) has a digital input j_lck, or when connecting to all MD deck or DAT deck, use _.

In this case, you can also connect the player directly to tile MD deck or DAT deck without using your stereo amplifier (receiver).

CD/DVD player

OPTICAL

DiGiTALOUT

to DIGITAL OUT

(OPTICAL or COAXIAL)

Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)

tocoaxialoroptical _ _ @_/

digital input

[Speakers]

Front (R)

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

Stereo amplifier (receiver)

Stereo audio cord (not supplied)

(white)

MD deck/DAT deck

(red)

to LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO)

(red)

to audio input

==z_: Signal flow

0 Connectingto anAVamplifier (receiver)havinga DolbySurround(Pro

Logic)decoderand 3 to 6 speakers

You can er_ioy the Dolby Surround effects only when playing Dolby Surround audio or multi- channel 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

Optical digital cord (not supplied)

Stereo audio cord (not supplied)

(white)

(red)

DIGITAL OUT,_,_

to DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL)

Coaxial digital cord ...........

(not supplied)

to coaxial or optical digital input , to audio input

Amplifier (receiver) with Dolby

Surround decoder

Rear (L) Rear (R) ...................................

4 }

to LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO)

j(white) (red)

[Speakers]

Front (R)

Subwoofer

_: Signal flow

When connecling 6 spe ikers, replace the monaural rear speaker wilh a center speaker, 2 rear speakers

and a sub_ooli:r.

Center

Rear (mono)

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0 Connectingtoan AVamplifier (receiver)with a digital input ack having

a DolbyDigital, or DTSdecoderand6 speakers

This comlection will allow you to use the Dolby Digital, or DTS decoder flmction of your AV

amplifier (receiver).

CD/DVD player

OPTICAL

i []

to DIGITAL OUT

(OPTICAL)

Optical digital cord

(not supplied) Remove jack cap before connecting.

to optical digital

input

Front (L) Center Rear (L) Subwoofer

Front (R)

==z_: Signal flow

"_" Hint

Wsc COlllK'ction O w'hel_ COlllleclillg {o 7 or

more speakers (6.1ch or more).

• After you have completed the connection, be sure m

set "DOLBY DIGITAL" to"'DOLBY DIGITAL" and "DTS" to "ON" in Quick Setup (page 25).

to DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL)

...............Coaxial digital cord

to Coaxial digital

_y input

AV amplifier (receiver) having a decoder

• In order to listen to DTS sound tracks, you must use these connections. DTS sound tracks are not

output through the LINE OUT L/R IAUDIO) .jacks,even if you set "DTS" to "ON" in Quick

Setup (page 25).

• When you connect an amplifier (receiver) that conforms to the 96 kHz sampling frequency, set

"48 kH//96 kHz PCM" in "AUDIO SETUP" to "96 kH//24 bit" (page 69).

(not supplied)

Rear (R)

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