Sony DVP-NS52P User Manual

CD/DVD Player

Operating Instructions

2-581-864-13(1)

DVP-NS52P

WARNING

Notes About the

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. The mains lead must only be changed at a qualified service shop.

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

CAUTION

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

Notice for customers in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland

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

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

Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Precautions

Safety

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

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

Installing

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

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

• Do not place heavy objects on the unit.

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 centre out.

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

• If you have printed the disc's label, dry the label before playing.

Precautions

On safety

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

On power sources

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

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

On placement

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

• Do not place the player on a soft surface such as a rug.

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

On operation

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

• 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, disc/lens cleaners

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

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Caution: This player is capable of holding a still video image or on-screen display image on your television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still video image or on-screen display image displayed on your TV for an extended period of time you risk permanent damage to your television screen. Plasma display panel televisions and projection televisions are susceptible to this.

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

Table of Contents

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

Notes About the Discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

About This Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

This Player Can Play the Following Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Index to Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Guide to the Control Menu Display (Magic Pad) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Hookups. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Hooking Up the Player. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Step 1: Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Step 2: Inserting Batteries Into the Remote. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Step 3: Connecting the Video Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Step 5: Connecting the Mains Lead. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Step 6: Quick Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Playing Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Playing Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

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

Resume) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Using the DVD’s Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Selecting “ORIGINAL” or “PLAY LIST” on a DVD-RW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Playing VIDEO CDs With PBC Functions (PBC Playback) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Various Play Mode Functions (Programme Play, Shuffle Play, Re peat Play,

A-B Repeat Play). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Searching for a Scene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

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

Freeze Frame) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track/Scene, etc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Searching by Scene (PICTURE NAVIGATION) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Viewing Information About the Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Checking the Playing Time and Remaining Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Sound Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Changing the Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

TV Virtual Surround Settings (TVS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Enjoying Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Changing the Angles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Displaying the Subtitles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Adjusting the Playback Picture (CUSTOM PICTURE MODE). . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Sharpening the Pictures (SHARPNESS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Enjoying MP3 Audio and JPEG Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

About MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Playing MP3 Audio Tracks or JPEG Image Files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Enjoying JPEG Images as a Slide Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Enjoying DivX® Videos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

About DivX Video Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Playing DivX Video Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Using Various Additional Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Locking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL,

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

Controlling Your TV With the Supplied Remote. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Settings and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Using the Setup Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Setting the Display or Sound Track Language (LANGUAGE SETUP) . . . . . 64

Settings for the Display (SCREEN SETUP). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Custom Settings (CUSTOM SETUP). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Settings for the Sound (AUDIO SETUP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

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

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

Self-diagnosis Function (When letters/numbers appear in the display). . . . . 73

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

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

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

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

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 DVDRWs/DVD-Rs.

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

Icons Meanings

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

Functions available for DVD-RWs in VR (Video Recording) mode

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

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

Functions available for DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs containing

audio tracks, JPEG image files, and DivX

MP3 Functions available for DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-RWs/

DVD-Rs) containing MP3

*1 MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer III) is a standard format defined by ISO (International Organization for

Standardization)/IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) MPEG which compresses audio data.

is a video file compression technology, developed by DivXNetworks, Inc.

*2 DivX *3 DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivXNetworks, Inc. and are used under license.

audio tracks, JPEG image files and DivX

*2*3

video files)

*2*3

video files.

This Player Can Play the Following Discs

Format of discs

DVD VIDEO

DVD-RW/-R

DVD+RW/+R

VIDEO CD/ Music CD

CD-RW/-R

“DVD+RW,” “DVD-RW,” “DVD+R,” “DVD-Video” and the “CD” logo are trademarks.

Note about CDs/DVDs

The player can play CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CDRWs recorded in the following formats: –music CD format –video CD format –MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files, and

DivX video files of format conforming to ISO 9660* Level 1/Level 2, or its extended format, Joliet

–KODAK Picture CD format

* A logical format of files and folders on CD-

ROMs, defined by ISO (International Organization for Standardiz at io n) .

The player can play DVD-ROMs/ DVD+RWs/DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs recorded in the following formats: –MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files and

DivX video files of format conforming to UDF (Universal Disk Format).

Example of discs that the player cannot play

The player cannot play the following discs:

• CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those recorded in the formats listed on this page.

• CD-ROMs recorded in PHOTO CD format.

• Data part of CD-Extras.

• DVD Audio discs.

• DATA DVDs that do not contain MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files, or DivX video files.

• HD layer on Super Audio CDs.

Also, the player cannot play the following discs:

• A DVD VIDEO with a different region code.

• 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.

Region code

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

ALL

Region code

DVD VIDEOs labelled 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, there may be no region code indication, even though playing the DVD VIDEO is prohibited by area restrictions.

00V 00Hz

NO.

DVP–XXXX

00W

0-000-000-00

Notes

• Notes abo ut DVD+RW s/DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/ DVD-Rs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs

Some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/DVDRs, 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, refer to the operating instructions for th e recording device. Note that some playback functions 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/DATA DVDs 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 aware that among those discs, there are s ome that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product.

• Note on DualDiscs A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with digital audio material on the other side . However, since the audio material side does not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, playback on this product is not guaranteed.

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 Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

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.

Index to Parts and Controls

For more information, see the pages indicated in parentheses.

Front panel

A [/1 (on/standby) button (24) B Disc tray (24) C Front panel display (9) D (remote sensor) (14) E A (open/close) button (24)

Rear panel

LINE OUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

R/CR

S VIDEO OUT

(RGB)

OPTICAL

DIGITAL OUT

COAXIAL

YPB/C

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

A DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack (19) B LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks (19) C LINE OUT (VIDEO) jack (15)

LINE

F H (play) button (24) G X (pause) button (25) H x (stop) button (25) I ./> (previous/next) buttons (33) J PROGRESSIVE button/indicator (17)

Lights up when the player outputs progressive signals.

CENTER

D LINE (RGB) - TV jack (15) E S VIDEO OUT jack (15) F COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, P

CB, PR/CR) jacks (15)

G DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack (19)

Front panel display

When playing back a DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW

Disc type

Lights up during Repeat Play (31)

Playing status

Current audio signal (42)

Lights up when you can change the angle (45)

Current title/chapter or playing time (37)

When playing back a VIDEO CD with Playback Control (PBC) (28)

Disc type

Playing status

Lights up during A-B Repeat Play (32)

Current scene or playing ti me (37)

When playing back a CD, DATA DVD (MP3 audio/DivX video), DATA CD (MP3 audio/DivX video), or VIDEO CD (without PBC)

Playing status

Lights up during Repeat Play (31)

Current track*1 (37)

Disc type*

*1 When playing DivX video files, the current track is not displayed. *2 When playing DATA DVDs, the DVD indicator is displayed.

Lights up when playing MP3 audio tracks (49)

Playing time (37)

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Remote

J m/M (scan/slow) buttons

(34)

K ZOOM button (25, 52) L SLOW PLAY/FAST PLAY buttons

(25)

M (audio) button (41) N (subtitle) button (45) O [/1 (on/standby) button (24) P 2 (volume) +/– buttons (62)

The + button has a tactile dot.*

Q t (TV/video) button (62) R PICTURE NAVI (picture navigation)

button (36, 52)

S TIME/TEXT button (37) T MENU button (27) U ENTER button (21) V DISPLAY button (11) W H (play) button (24)

The H button has a tactile dot.*

X x (stop) button (25) Y X (pause) button (25) Z SUR (surround) button (43)

wj (angle) button (45)

A TV [/1 (on/standby) button (62) B Z (open/close) button (25) C Number buttons (27)

The number 5 button has a tactile dot.*

D CLEAR button (29) E TOP MENU button (27) F C/X/x/c buttons (27) G O RETURN (return) button (25) H / (replay/step/

advance/step) buttons (25, 34)

I ./> (previous/next) buttons (25)

* Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating

the player.

Guide to the Control Menu Display (Magic Pad)

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

The Control Menu display 1 and 2 will show different items depending on the disc type. For details about each item, see the pages in parentheses.

Example: Control Menu display 1 when playing a DVD VIDEO.

Control Menu display 2 (Only for DATA CDs/DATA DVDs without DivX video files)

Control Menu display off

Control Menu items

1 2 ( 2 7 1 8 ( 3 4 T

Selected item

Function name of selected Control Menu item

Operation message

*1 Displays the scene number for VIDEO CDs

(PBC is on), track number for VIDEO CDs/CDs, album number for DATA DVDs/DATA CDs.

*2 Displays the index number for VIDEO CDs,

MP3 audio track number or JPEG image file number for DATA CDs/DATA DVDs. DivX video file number for DATA CDs/DATA

DVDs. *3 Displays Super VCD as “SVCD.” *4 Displays the date for JPEG files.

PROGRAM

1 : 3 2 : 5 5

OFF OFF SET ON

Currently playing chapter number* Currently playing title number* Total number of titles*

Total number of chapters*

) )

ENTER DISPLAY

Quit:

PLAY DVD VIDEO

Playback status (N Playback,

X Pause, x Stop, etc.)

Type of disc being played*

Playing time* Current setting

Options

To turn off the display

Press DISPLAY.

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List of Control Menu items

Item Item Name, Function

TITLE (page 34)/SCENE (page 35)/TRACK (page 34)

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

CHAPTER (page 34)/INDEX (page 34)

Selects the chapter or index to be played.

TRACK (page 35)

Selects the track to be played.

ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST (page 27)

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

TIME/TEXT (page 34)

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/DATA DVD track/file name.

PROGRAM (page 29)

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

SHUFFLE (page 30)

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

REPEAT (page 31)

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

A-B REPEAT (page 32)

Specifies the parts you want to play repeatedly.

CUSTOM PICTURE MODE (page 46)

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

SHARPNESS (page 48)

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

PARENTAL CONTROL (page 59)

Set to prohibit playback on this player.

SETUP (page 63)

QUICK Setup (page 21) Use Quick Setup to choose the desired language of the on-screen display, the aspect ratio of the TV, and the audio output signal. CUSTOM Setup In addition to the Quick Setup setting, you can adjust various other settings. RESET Returns the settings in “SETUP” to the default setting.

ALBUM (page 35)

Selects the album that contain JPEG image file to be played.

FILE (page 35)

Selects the JPEG image file to be played.

ALBUM (page 35)

Selects the album that contain DivX video file to be played.

FILE (page 35)

Selects the DivX video file to be played.

DATE (page 52)

Displays the date the picture was taken by a digital camera.

INTERVAL (page 54)

Specifies the duration for which the slides are displayed on the screen.

EFFECT (page 55)

Selects the effects to be used for changing slides during a slide show.

MODE (MP3, JPEG) (page 53)

Selects the data type; MP3 audio track (AUDIO), JPEG image file (IMAGE) or both (AUTO) to be played when playing a DATA CD/DATA DVD.

z Hint

The Control Menu icon indicator lights up in green

except “OFF.” (“PROGRAM,” “SHUFFLE,” “REPEAT,” “A-B REPEAT,” “SHARPNESS,” “CUSTOM PICTURE MODE” only). The “ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST” indicator lights up in green when you select “PLAY LIST” (default setting).

when you select any item

Hookups

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 SCART or video input jack.

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

Step 1: Unpacking

Check that you have the following items:

• Audio/video cord (phono plug × 3 y phono plug × 3) (1)

• Remote commander (remote) (1)

• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)

Step 2: Inserting Batteries Into the Remote

You can control the player using the supplied remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) 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 lig hting app aratus. Doin g so m ay ca use 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.

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 D, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver). In order to view progressive signal (525p or 625p) pictures with a compatible TV, projector, or monitor, you must use pattern A.

Hookups

INPUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

TV, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver)

to LINE OUT (VIDEO)

to COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(green)

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

PB/C

PR/C

(green)

(blue)

(red)

TV, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver)

l : Signal flow

(yellow)

DIGITAL OUT

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

(blue)

YPB/C

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Audio/video cord (supplied)

(yellow)

LINE OUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

PR/C

S VIDEO OUT

(red)

Component video cord (not supplied)

S VIDEO cord (not supplied)

LINE

(RGB)

to LINE (RGB)-TV

to S VIDEO OUT

CENTER

INPUT

S VIDEO

TV, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver)

CD/DVD player

SCART cord (not supplied)

Note

When connecting to a progressive TV, it is recommended that you use only pattern A. If you connect to your TV using both A and B, a special control signal transmitted via the SCART cable may cause the signal to be switched to the SCART jack.

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A 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 colour reproduction and high quality images. If your TV accepts progressive 525p/625p format signals, use this connection and press the PROGRESSIVE button on the front panel to output progressive signals. For details, see “Using the PROGRESSIVE button” (page 17).

Green Blue Red

B/CB, PR/CR)

Green Blue Red

B If you are connecting to a SCART input jack

Connect a SCART cord (not supplied). Be sure to make the connections firmly to avoid hum and noise. When you connect using the SCART cord, check that the TV conforms to S video or RGB signals. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV to be connected. Also, when you set “LINE” to “S VIDEO” or “RGB” under “SCREEN SETUP” in the Setup Display (page 65), use a SCART cord that conforms to each signal. With this connection, select “NORMAL (INTERLACE)” (default) by pressing the PROGRESSIVE button on the front panel.

When connecting to a wide screen TV

Depending on the disc, the image may not fit your TV screen. To change the aspect ratio, see page 65.

C If you are connecting to a video input jack

Connect the yellow plug of an audio/video cord (supplied) to the yellow (video) jack. You will enjoy standard quality images. With this connection, select “NORMAL (INTERLACE)” (default) by pressing the PROGRESSIVE button on the front panel.

Yellow

White (L)

Red (R)

Yellow White (L) Red (R)

D If you are connecting to an S VIDEO input jack

Connect an S VIDEO cord (not supplied). You will enjoy high quality images. With this connection, select “NORMAL (INTERLACE)” (default) by pressing the PROGRESSIVE button on the front panel.

Notes

• Do not connect a VCR, etc., between your TV and the player. If you pass the player signals via the VCR, you may not receive a clear image on the TV screen. If your TV has only one audio/video input jack, connect the player to this jack.

VCR

CD/DVD player

Connect directly

• Consumers should note that not all high definition te levision sets are fully compatible with this product a nd may cause artifacts to be di splayed in the pic ture. In ca se of 52 5 or 625 pr ogress ive sca n pictur e probl ems, it is recommended that the user switc h the connection to the ‘standard definition’ output. If there are questions regarding your TV set compatibility with this 525p and 625p DVD player model, please contact our customer service centre.

• When you connect the player to your TV via the SCART jacks, the TV’s input source is set to the player automatically when you start playback. In this case, press t (TV/video) on the remote to return the input to the TV.

• If you set “LINE” in SCREEN SETUP to “RGB” (page 21, 65), the player outputs no component video signals.

When you play a disc recorded in the NTSC colour system, the player outputs the video signal or the Setup Display etc. in the NTSC colour system and the picture may not appear on the PAL colour system televisions. In this case, open the tray and remove the disc.

Using the PROGRESSIVE button

By using the PROGRESSIVE button on the front panel, you can select the signal format in which the player outputs video signals (Progressive or Interlace), and the conversion method for progressive signals. The PROGRESSIVE indicator lights up when the player outputs progressive signals. Each time you press the PROGRESSIVE button, the display changes as follows:

PROGRESSIVE AUTO

PROGRESSIVE VIDEO

NORMAL (INTERLACE)

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◆PROGRESSIVE AUTO

Select this setting when: –your TV accepts progressive signals, and, –the TV is connected to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. Normally select this under the above condition. This automatically detec ts the software type, and selects the appropriate conversion method. Note that the picture will not be clear or no picture will appear if you select these settings when either of the above conditions is not met.

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◆PROGRESSIVE VIDEO

Select this setting when: –your TV accepts progressive signals, and, –the TV is connected to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks, and –you want to fix the conversion method to PROGRESSIVE VIDEO for video-based software. Select this if the image is not clear when you select PROGRESSIVE AUTO. Note that the picture will not be clear or no picture will appear if you select these settings when either of the above conditions is not met.

◆NORMAL (INTERLACE)

Select this setting when: – your TV does not accept progressive signals, or, – your TV is connected to jacks other than the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (LINE OUT (VIDEO) or S VIDEO OUT).

◆About DVD software types and the conversion method

DVD software can be divided into two types: film-based software and video-based software. Video-based software is derived from TV, such as dramas and sit-coms, and displays images at 25 frames/50 fields (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 format, the progressive signals need to be converted to match the type of DVD software that you are watching.

Notes

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

• If you set “LINE” in “SCREEN SETUP” to “RGB,” then the player switches to “NORMAL (INTERLACE).” This will happen even though you select “PROGRESSIVE AUTO” or “PROGRESSIVE VIDEO.”

• When using LINE OUT (VIDEO) or S VIDEO OUT, the picture may appear to flicker each time the PROGRESSIVE button on the front panel is pressed (Interlace switches to Progressive or vice versa).

Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords

Select one of the following patterns A or B, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver). This will enable you to listen to sound.

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(red)

(white)

(yellow)*

LINE OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

to LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO)

LINE OUT

LINE

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

DIGITAL OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

DIGITAL OUT

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

[Speakers]

VIDEO

AUDIO

PB/C

R/CR

S VIDEO OUT

to DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL)

to optical digital input

(RGB)

Rear (L)

Audio/video cord (supplied)

CENTER

(yellow)*

(white)

(red)

CD/DVD player

Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)

to coaxial digital input

INPUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

TV, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver)

[Speakers]

Rear (R)

Front (L)

AV amplifier (receiver) with a decoder

Front (R)

SubwooferCenter

: Signal flow

* The yellow plug is used for video signal s (page 15).

z Hint

For correct speaker location , see the operating instructions supplied with the connecte d components.

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A Connecting to audio L/R input

jacks

This connection will use your TV’s or stereo amplifier’s (receiver’s) two speakers for sound. Connect using the audio/video cord (supplied).

Yellow

White (L)

Red (R)

Yellow White (L)

Red (R)

B Connecting to a digital audio

input jack

If your AV amplifier (receiver) has a Dolby*1 Digital or DTS* and a digital input jack, use this connection. Connect using a coaxial or optical digital cord (not supplied).

Coaxial cord Optical cord

or MPEG audio decoder

• Surround effect (page 43)

TV: Dynamic Theatre, Dynamic, Wide, Night

Stereo amplifier (receiver): Standard, Night

• Surround effect Dolby Digital (5.1ch), DTS (5.1ch), MPEG audio (5.1ch)

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.

Notes

• After you have completed the connection, make the appropriate settings in Quick Setup (page 21). If your AV amplifier (receiver) has an MPEG audio decoder function, set “M PEG” to “ MPEG” in Audio Setup (page 68). Otherwise, no sound or a loud noise will come from your speakers.

• The surround sound effects of this player cannot be used with this connection.

• I n or de r to li s te n to DTS sound tracks, you must use this connection. DTS sound tracks are not output through the LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks, even if you set “DTS” to “ON” in Quick Setup (page 21).

Step 5: Connecting the Mains Lead

Plug the player and TV mains lead (power cord) into a mains.

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 ..

ENTE

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1 Turn on the TV. 2 Press [/1. 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” (press enter to run Quick Setup) appears at the bottom of the screen. If this message does not appear, select “QUICK” (quick) under “SETUP” (setup) in the Control Menu to run Quick Setup (page 64).

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: SUBTITLE:

ENGLISH ENGLISH

FRANÇAIS

DEUTSCH

ITALIANO

ESPAÑOL

NEDERLANDS

DANSK

SVENSKA

5 Press X/x to select a language.

The player displays the menu and subtitles in the selected language.

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: LINE: 4:3 OUTPUT:

4:3 LETTER BOX

16:9 16:9

4:3 PAN SCAN

FULL

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7 Press X/x to select the setting that

matches your TV type.

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

• 16:9 (page 65)

◆ If you have a 4:3 standard TV

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

8 Press ENTER.

The Setup Display for selecting the type of video signal output from the LINE (RGB)-TV jack appears.

SCREEN SETUP

TV TYPE: SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND: LINE:

4:3 OUTPUT:

JACKET PICTURE

16:9

VIDEO VIDEO

S VIDEO

RGB

9 Press X/x to select the type of

signal you want to output from the LINE (RGB)-TV jack.

◆ Video signals

• VIDEO (page 65)

◆ S video signals

• S VIDEO (page 65)

◆ RGB signals

• RGB (page 65)

When you select “RGB,” you will be unable to use the PROGRESSIVE button, and the player will not output video signals from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks.

10Press 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

11Press X/x to select the type of

jack (if any) you are using to connect to an amplifier (receiver), then press ENTER.

If you did not connect an AV amplifier (receiver), select “NO,” then go to step

15. If you connected an AV amplifier (receiver) using just an audio cord, select “YES: LINE OUTPUT L/R (AUDIO),” then go to step 15. If you connected an AV amplifier (receiver) using either a optical or coaxial digital cord, select “YES: DIGITAL OUTPUT.”

12Press X/x to select the type of

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

If your AV amplifier (receiver) has a Dolby Digital decoder, select “DOLBY DIGITAL.” Otherwise, select “D-PCM.”

AUDIO SETUP

AUDIO ATT: AUDIO DRC: DOWNMIX: DIGITAL OUT:

DOLBY DIGITAL: MPEG: DTS: 48kHz/96kHz PCM:

DOLBY SURROUND

DOLBY DIGITAL

OFF

STANDARD

ON D-PCM D-PCM

48kHz/16bit

13Press ENTER.

“DTS” is selected.

AUDIO SETUP

AUDIO ATT: AUDIO DRC: DOWNMIX: DIGITAL OUT:

DOLBY DIGITAL: MPEG: DTS: 48kHz/96kHz PCM:

DOLBY SURROUND

OFF

STANDARD

ON D-PCM

PCM OFF

OFF

14Press X/x to select whether or

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

If your AV amplifier (receiver) has a DTS decoder, select “ON.” Otherwise, select “OFF.”

15Press ENTER.

Quick Setup is finished. All connections and setup operations are complete. If your AV amplifier (receiver) has an MPEG audio decoder, set “MPEG” to “MPEG” (page 68).

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Playing Discs

4 Press A on the player, and place a

disc on the disc tray.

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

ENTER

RETURN

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

The player turns on.

3 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.

Playback side facing down

5 Press H.

The disc tray closes. 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 27. For VIDEO CDs, see page 28.

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 this function on or off, set “AUTO POWER OFF” in “CUSTOM SETUP” to “ON” or “OFF” (page 66).

Notes on playing DTS sound tracks on a DVD VIDEO

• 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 69).

• If you connect the player to audio equipment without a DTS decoder, do not set “DTS” to “ON” in “AUDIO SETUP” (page 69). A lo ud noise may come out from the speakers, affecting your ears or causing the speakers to be damaged.

Note

Discs created on DVD recorders must be correctly finalized before they can be played. For more information about finalizing, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DVD recorder.

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