Sony DVP-NS728H, DVP-NS710H, DVP-NS718H User Manual

CD/DVD Player

4-130-258-12(2)

Operating Instructions

Manual de instrucciones

For customers in the U.S.A Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. DVP-NS710H Serial No.______________

For Customers in Canada

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

Peace of Mind Warranty Replacement service. For other product related questions please contact our Customer Information Service Centre at 1-877-899-7669 or write to us at:

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

DVP-NS710H DVP-NS718H DVP-NS728H

WARNING

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 AC power cord must be changed only at a qualified service shop. Batteries or batteries installed apparatus shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

CAUTION

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

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated

within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

CAUTION

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

“dangerous voltage”

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are de signe d to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: – Reorient or relocate the

receiving antenna.

– Increase the separation between

the equipment and receiver.

– Connect the equipment into an

outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

– Consult the dealer or an

experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Lightning

For added protection for this set during a lightning storm, o r when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet. This will prevent damage to the set due to lightning and power-line surges.

Notes about the discs

• To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the surface. Dust, fingerprints, or scratches on the disc may cause it to malfunction.

• 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.

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

• Do not use the following discs: – 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 a label or sticker

on it.

– A disc that has cellophane tape

or sticker adhesive on it.

Important Safety Instructions

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

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

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

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

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

11)Only use attachments/ accessories specified by the manufacturer.

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

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

14)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Precautions

The power requirements and power consumption of this player are indicated on the back of the player. Check that the player’s operating voltage is identical with your local power supply.

Power requirements and power consumption

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On safety

• 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.

• 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.

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

• Do not place heavy objects on the player.

• Do not install this player in a confined space, such as a bookshelf or similar unit.

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• Install the player so that the AC power cord can be unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the event of trouble.

• 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.

For the model supplied with the AC plug adaptor

If the AC plug of your unit does not fit into the wall outlet, attach the supplied AC plug adaptor.

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 cleaning discs or disc/ lens cleaners (including wet or spray types). These may cause the apparatus to malfunction.

On replacement of parts

In the event that this unit is repaired, repaired parts may be collected for reuse or recycling purposes.

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.

• “DVD+RW,” “DVD-RW,” “DVD+R,” “DVD+R DL,” “DVD-R,” “DVD VIDEO,” and “CD” logos are trademarks.

• This DVD player incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

About this manual

• The instructions in this manual are for 3 models: DVP-NS710H, DVP-NS718H, and DVPNS728H. Check your model name by looking at the rear panel of the player. DVP-NS728H is the model used for instruction purposes. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “DVPNS728H only.”

• Icons, such as , listed at the top of each explanation indicate what kind of media can be used with the function being explained. For details see “Playable Media” (page 42).

• 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 commercial DVDs, DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+R DLs (+VR mode) and DVDRWs/DVD-Rs/DVD-R DLs (VR mode, video mode).

• NEED-to-know information (to prevent incorrect operation) is listed under the to-know information (tips and other useful information) is listed under the

b icon. NICE-

z icon.

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

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

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

Guide to Parts and Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Hookups and Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Step 1: Connecting to Your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

About the CONTROL FOR HDMI functions for ‘BRAVIA Sync’

(for HDMI connections only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Step 2: Connecting to Your Audio Component . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Step 3: Connecting the Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Step 4: Preparing the Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Controlling TVs with the remote. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Step 5: Quick Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Connecting a USB Device (DVP-NS728H only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Playing Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Control Menu display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

List of Control Menu items. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Guide to the ‘BRAVIA Sync’ Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

‘BRAVIA Sync’ display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Various Play Mode Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Creating your own program (Program Play) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Playing in random order (Shuffle Play) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Playing repeatedly (Repeat Play) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Repeating a specific portion (A-B Repeat Play). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Customizing the Playback Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Adjusting the playback picture

Sharpening the picture (SHARPNESS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Adjusting the delay between the picture and sound (AV SYNC) . . . . . . . 27

Locking discs (PARENTAL CONTROL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Playing Video, Photo, and Music Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Playing video, photo, and music files from USB device

(DVP-NS728H only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Selecting a photo file . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Viewing a high quality slide show (PhotoTV HD). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Setting the pace for a slide show (INTERVAL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Selecting the slides’ appearance (EFFECT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

(CUSTOM PICTURE MODE) . . . . . . . . . 27

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Settings and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Using the Setup Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

LANGUAGE SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

SCREEN SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

CUSTOM SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

AUDIO SETUP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Setting the digital output signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

HDMI SETUP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Self-diagnosis Function (When letters/numbers appear on the screen) . . . . 41

Playable Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Language Code List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Parental Control Area Code List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Guide to Parts and Controls

For more information, see the pages indicated in parentheses.

Remote

TV [/1 (on/standby) (15)

Turns on the TV, or sets to standby mode.

[/1 (on/standby) (15)

Turns on the player, or sets to standby mode.

VOL +/– (15)

Adjusts the TV volume.

B Number buttons

Enters the title/chapter numbers, etc.

CLEAR (21)

Clears the entry field.

C TIME/TEXT (10)

Displays the playing time and remaining time on the TV screen or front panel display. Press repeatedly to change the displayed information. CD/DVD text appears only when text is recorded on the disc. If music file has an ID3 tag, the player

VOL +, number 5, AUDIO, and N buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the player.

A PICTURE NAVI (30)

Divides the screen into 9 subscreens so you can choose the desired scene quickly. Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows:

• CHAPTER VIEWER

• TITLE VIEWER

• TRACK VIEWER

The photo files in the album appear in 16 subscreens.

TV INPUT (input select) (15)

Switches between TV and other input sources.

will display the album name/track title from the ID3 tag information. This player supports ID3 versions 1.0/1.1 and 2.2/2.3.

AUDIO ( )

Changes the audio language or audio channel. When 4 digits are displayed, they indicate a language code. See “Language Code List” on page 46 to see which language the code represents.

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SUBTITLE ( ) (29)

– Changes the subtitles when

subtitles are recorded on DVD VIDEOs/DVD-VR mode/DivX video files only.

– Displays lyrics for a music file

when pressed during playback. For details see page 29.

D TOP MENU

Displays the DVD’s top menu.

MENU (29)

Displays the menu.

O RETURN (19)

Returns to the previous display.

DISPLAY (20)

Displays the playback information on the screen.

C/X/x/c (21)

Moves the highlight to select a displayed item.

Center button (ENTER) (15)

Enters the selected item.

E ./> PREV/NEXT

Skips to the previous/next chapter, track, or scene in continuous play mode.

/ REPLAY/STEP/

STEP/ADVANCE

– Replays the scene

forward the scene during playback.

–Plays backward*4/forward*5 one

frame at a time when pressed during pause mode.

– Changes the LUN (Logical Unit

Number) devices when pressed during the list of albums or tracks is displayed. (page 29).

m/M (scan/slow)

– Fast reverses/fast forwards when

pressed during playback. The speed changes when pressed repeatedly.

–Plays backward

slow motion when pressed repeatedly during pause mode.

*1*3

/briefly fast

*2*3

when pressed

/forward*5 in

N PLAY

Starts or re-starts playback.

X PAUSE

Pauses or re-start playback.

x STOP

Stops playback.

FAST/SLOW PLAY

Plays in various speed with sound when pressed repeatedly during playback.

*1For DivX video files and DVDs except

DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+R DLs.

For DVDs and DivX video files only.

These functions may not work with some

scenes.

For DVD VIDEOs and DVD-VR mode only.

For DVDs, VIDEO CDs, and video files only.

For DVDs and VIDEO CDs only.

Some playback functions may not work with unsupported MPEG-4 format (page 42).

Front panel

A [/1 (on/standby) button (15) B Disc tray (18) C Front panel display (10) D Z (open/close) button (18)

Opens or closes the disc tray.

E N (play) button (18)

The N button has a tactile dot*.

F x (stop) button (18)

Stops playback.

G USB jack (type A) (17, 29)

(DVP-NS728H only)

Connect a USB device to this jack.

H (remote sensor) (14)

* Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating

the player.

Rear panel

To lock the disc tray (Child Lock)

You can lock the disc tray to prevent it being opened by mistake.

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 Z button on the player does 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.

Even if you select “RESET” under “SETUP” in the Control Menu (page 32), the disc tray remains locked.

A HDMI OUT (High-Definition

Multimedia Interface out) jack (11, 13)

B DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack (13) C LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks (13)

D LINE OUT (VIDEO) jack (11) E COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks

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Front panel display

fil

A N, X

Lights up during playback or pause.

Lights up during Repeat Play.

Lights up when you can change the angle.

D Playback information

You can view the time and text information by pressing the TIME/ TEXT button on the remote repeatedly. The display changes as follows:

When playing a DVD

Current title playing time

Current title remaining time

Current chapter playing time

Current chapter remaining time

Text

Current title and chapter number (Returns to top automatically)

en playing music or video

Current file

or track*2 playing

time and number

Current file ID3 track title

Current album and file track

number

or track name/MP3

(Returns to top automatically)

for video file

*2 for music file

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

Current track playing time and number

Current track remaining time

Disc playing time

Disc remaining time

Text

Hookups and Settings

When unpacking, check the supplied accessories by referring to page 45.

• Plug cords securely to prevent unwanted noise.

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

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

Step 1: Connecting to Your TV

Connect this player to your TV using a video cord. Select one of the patterns A through C, according to the input jack on your TV. In order to view progressive signal (480p) pictures with a compatible TV, you must use pattern B. Select pattern C when connecting to a TV equipped with HDMI input.

Hookups and Settings

INPUT

to HDMI OUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

HDMI cord (not supplied)

HDMI IN

(yellow)

(white)

(red)

Audio/video cord (supplied)

(white)(red)

to COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(green)

Component video cord (not supplied)

(blue)

(red)

(yellow)

to LINE OUT (VIDEO)

CD/DVD player

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

(green)

(blue)

(red)

l : Signal flow

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A Video input jack

Step 2: Connecting to Your Audio Component

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

Hookups and Settings

(red)

(white)

(yellow)*

to DIGITAL OUT ( HDMI OUT

HDMI cord (not supplied)

Audio/video cord (supplied)

to LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO)

COAXIAL)/

to coaxial/HDMI digital input

(yellow)*

(white)

(red)

TV, projector, or audio component

CD/DVD player

Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)

INPUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

[Speakers]

Rear (L)

Front (L)

: Signal flow

* The yellow plug is used for video signals (page 11).

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

Audio component with a decoder

[Speakers]

Rear (R)

Front (R)

SubwooferCenter

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A Audio L/R input jacks

This connection will use your TV’s or audio component’s two speakers for sound.

B Digital audio input jack

If your audio component has a Dolby*1 Digital or DTS*2 decoder and a digital input jack, use this connection. You can enjoy Dolby Digital (5.1ch) and DTS (5.1ch) surround effect. If you connect to a Sony audio component that is compatible with the CONTROL FOR HDMI function, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the audio component.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #: 5,451,942 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and DTS Digital Out are registered trademarks and the DTS logos and Symbol are trademarks of DTS, Inc. © 19962008 DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

• After you have completed the connection, make the appropriate settings in Quick Setup (page 15). Otherwise, no sound or a loud noise will come from your speakers.

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

• When you connect the player to an audio component using an HDMI cord, you will need to do one of the following:

– Connect the audio component to the TV with the

HDMI cord.

– Connect the player to the TV with a video cord

other than HDMI cord (component video cord or audio/video cord).

• When connecting to the HDMI OUT jack, carefully align the HDMI connector with the jack. Do not bend and apply force to the HDMI cord.

Step 3: Connecting the Power Cord

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

Step 4: Preparing the 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.

• 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.

Controlling TVs with the remote

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

Available buttons

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

Buttons Operations

TV [/1 Turn the TV on or off

VOL +/– Adjust the volume of the TV

TV INPUT (input select)

Switch the TV’s input source between the TV and other input sources

To control other TVs with the remote

You can control the volume, input sour ce, and power switch of non-Sony TVs as well. If your TV is listed in the table below, set the appropriate manufacturer’s code.

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

1 While holding down TV [/1, press the

number buttons to select your TV’s manufacturer’s code.

2 Release TV [/1.

Code numbers of controllable TVs

Manufacturer Code number

Sony 01 (default)

Hitachi 02

LG/Goldstar/NEC 04

MGA/Mitsubishi 13

Panasonic 19

Philips 21

Pioneer 16

RCA 10

Samsung 20

Sharp 18

Toshiba 07

Step 5: 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 ..

1 Turn on the TV then press [/1. 2 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 21).

3 Press ENTER without inserting a

disc.

The Language Setup Display appears.

LANGUAGE SETUP

OSD: MENU: AUDIO: SUBTITLE:

ENGLISH ENGLISH

FRENCH

SPANISH

PORTUGUESE

4 Press X/x to select a language.

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

5 Press ENTER.

The Screen Setup Display appears.

SCREEN SETUP

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

(PROGRESSIVE)

MODE 4:3 OUTPUT:

4:3 LETTER BOX

(COMPONENT OUT)

(COMPONENT OUT ONLY)

16:9 16:9

4:3 PAN SCAN

OFF

AUTO

FULL

Hookups and Settings

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6 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 33)

◆ If you have a 4:3 standard TV

• 4:3 LETTER BOX or 4:3 PAN SCAN (page 33)

7 Press ENTER.

The Setup Display for selecting the type of jack used to connect your audio component 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

8 Press X/x to select the type of jack

(if any) you are using to connect to an audio component, then press ENTER.

Select “NO,” if you do not connect an audio component, then go to step 12. Select “YES: LINE OUTPUT L/R (AUDIO),” if you connect an audio component using an audio cord, then go to step 12. Select “YES: DIGITAL OUTPUT,” if you connect an audio component using a digital coaxial/HDMI cord.

10Press ENTER.

“DTS” is selected.

AUDIO SETUP

AUDIO DRC: DOWNMIX: DIGITAL OUT:

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

STANDARD

DOLBY SURROUND

DOLBY DIGITAL

OFF

11Press X/x to select whether or

not to send a DTS signal to your audio component.

If your audio component has a DTS decoder, select “ON.” Otherwise, select “OFF.”

12Press ENTER.

Quick Setup is finished and connections are complete.

When “PhotoTV HD” mode is activated (page 30), the selection for “TV TYPE” is skipped.

9 Press X/x to select the type of

Dolby Digital signal to your audio component.

If your audio component has a Dolby Digital decoder, select “DOLBY DIGITAL.” Otherwise, select “D-PCM.”

AUDIO SETUP

AUDIO DRC:

DOWNMIX: DIGITAL OUT:

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

DOLBY SURROUND

STANDARD

DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY DIGITAL

D-PCM

Connecting a USB Device (DVP-NS728H only)

You can connect a USB device to the USB jack of the player to play video, photo, or music files. For a list of USB devices that can be connected to the player, refer “Playable USB Devices” (supplement). For details on playable files, see “Playable Media” page 42.

Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the USB device before connecting it to the player.

USB device

To play data files, see “Playing video, photo, and music files from USB device (DVPNS728H only)” (page 29).

To remove the USB device

Stop playback and disconnect the USB device from the USB jack.

• Take the precaution of backing up important files on the USB device before connecting it to the player.

• Do not forcibly connect the US B device and make sure the plug is oriented correctly.

• Do not connect the player and the USB device through a USB hub.

• Make sure no virus-infected files are contained on a USB device before use.

• This player supports USB Mass Storage Class only.

• This player supports USB device with FAT12, FAT16, or FAT32 format only.

• Some USB devices may not work with this player.

Hookups and Settings

The TV’s input will also switch to the player automatically, in the following cases:

Playback

–You press

Playing Discs

1 Switch the input selector on your

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

2 Press Z on the player, and place a

disc on the disc tray.

Playback side facing down

3 Press N.

The disc tray closes. The player starts playback (continuous play). Adjust the volume on the TV or the audio component. Depending on the disc, a menu may appear on the TV screen. For DVD VIDEOs, see page 8. For VIDEO CDs, see page 19.

If a disc is inside the player

Press N.

To stop playback

Press x.

To pause playback

Press X.

One-Touch Play (for HDMI connections only)

With one touch of the N button on the remote, the player and your TV automatically turn on and the TV’s input is switched to the player. Playback starts automatically.

– If a disc with auto play function is loaded. – If you push the disc tray to close.

You can have the player turned 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 35).

• Depending on the DVD or VIDEO CD, some

• Discs created on DVD recorders must be correctly

Note on playing DTS sound tracks on a DVD VIDEO

DTS audio signals are output only through the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL)/HDMI OUT jack.

To resume playback from the point where you stopped the disc (Multi-disc Resume)

When you press N again after you stop playback, the player starts playback from the point when you pressed x.

• To play from the beginning of the disc, press x

• With DVD VIDEOs and VIDEO CDs, the player

N, TOP MENU, MENU, or

DISPLAY buttons on the remote. Note that these buttons are not effective when you play audio CD or music files in “MUSIC” mode.

operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your disc.

finalized before they can be played. For more information about finalizing, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DVD recorder.

twice, then press N.

stores the point where you stopped the disc for up to 6 discs and resumes playback the next time you insert the same disc. If you store a resume playback point for the seventh disc, the resume playback point for the first disc is deleted.

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