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4-249-720-11(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 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-CX777ES
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-CX777ES
© 2003 Sony Corporation
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WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any change or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
WARNING
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful 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.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC
SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE
OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
FULLY INSERT.
Welcome!
Thank you for purchasing this
Sony CD/DVD Player. Before operating this player, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
Precautions
On safety
• Caution – The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the player and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.
On power sources
• The player is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the player itself has been turned off.
• If you are not going to use the player for a long time, be sure to disconnect the player from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord, grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.
• Should the AC power cord need to be changed, have it done at a qualified service shop only.
On placement
• Place the player in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the player.
• Do not place the player on a soft surface such as a rug that might block the ventilation holes.
• Do not place the player in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical shock.
• Do not install the player in an inclined position. It is designed to be operated in a horizontal position only.
• Keep the player away from equipment with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens, or large loudspeakers.
• Do not place heavy objects on the player.
On operation
• If the player is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense on the lenses inside the player. Should this occur, the player may not operate properly. In this case, remove the disc and leave the player turned on for about half an hour until the moisture evaporates.
• When you move the player, take out any discs. If you don’t, the disc may be damaged.
On adjusting volume
Do not turn up the volume while listening to a section with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level section is played.
On cleaning
Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
On cleaning discs
Do not use a commercially available cleaning disc. It may cause a malfunction.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Caution: This player is capable of holding a still video image or on-screen display image on your television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still video image or on-screen display image displayed on your TV for an extended period of time you risk permanent damage to your television screen. Plasma
Display Panel televisions and projection televisions are especially susceptible to this.
On transporting the player
Before transporting the player, follow the procedure below to return the internal mechanisms to their original positions.
1
Remove all the discs from the disc slots.
2
Press OPEN/CLOSE to close the front cover.
Make sure that “NO DISC” appears on the front panel display.
3
Wait for 10 seconds, then press ?/1 to turn off the player.
The player enters standby mode.
4
Disconnect the AC power cord.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your player, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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Table of Contents
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This Player Can Play the Following Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Guide to the Control Menu Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Hookups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Step 3: Connecting the Video Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Playing Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Resuming Playback From the Point Where You Stopped the Disc
Selecting “ORIGINAL” or “PLAY LIST” on a DVD-RW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Selecting a Playback Area for a Super Audio CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Playing VIDEO CDs With PBC Functions (PBC Playback) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Selecting and Playing an MP3 Audio Track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
(Program Play, Shuffle Play, Repeat Play, A-B Repeat Play) . . . . . . . . . 44
Searching for and Managing Discs (Disc Explorer) . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Labeling Discs and Folders (Edit Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Searching for a Scene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc
(Search, Scan, Slow-motion Play, Freeze Frame). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track/Scene, etc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Searching by Scene (PICTURE NAVIGATION) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Viewing Information About the Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Checking the Playing Time and Remaining Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Sound Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
SURROUND Mode Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Enjoying Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Adjusting the Picture (VIDEO CONTROL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Using Various Additional Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Locking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL,
PARENTAL CONTROL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Controlling Your TV or AV Amplifier (Receiver) With the
Settings and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Setting the Display or Sound Track Language (LANGUAGE SETUP) . . . . . 88
Settings for the Display (SCREEN SETUP). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Custom Settings (CUSTOM SETUP). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Settings for the Sound (AUDIO SETUP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Settings for the Speakers (SPEAKER SETUP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Self-diagnosis Function (When letters/numbers appear in the display). . . . 100
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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-Rs, DVD-RWs,
DVD+Rs, and DVD+RWs.
• The meaning of the icons used in this manual is described below:
Icons Meanings
Functions available for DVD
VIDEOs or DVD-Rs/DVD-
RWs in video mode or
DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs
Functions available for DVD-
RWs in VR (Video Recording) mode
Functions available for VIDEO
CDs , Super VCDs, or CD-Rs/
CD-RWs in video CD format or Super VCD format
Functions are available for
Super Audio CDs
Functions available for DATA
CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-
RWs containing MP3* audio tracks)
Functions available for music
CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD format
* MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format defined by ISO (International Standards
Organization)/MPEG which compresses audio data.
This Player Can Play the
Following Discs
Format of discs
DVD VIDEO
DVD-RW
Super Audio CD
VIDEO CD
Music CD
“DVD VIDEO” and “DVD-RW” are trademarks.
Region code
Your player has a region code printed on the back of the unit and will only play DVD
VIDEOs (playback only) labeled with identical region codes. This system is used to protect copyrights.
DVD VIDEOs labeled this player.
ALL
will also play on
If you try to play any other DVD VIDEO, the message “Playback prohibited by area limitations.” will appear on the TV screen.
Depending on the DVD VIDEO, no region code indication may be labeled even though playing the DVD VIDEO is prohibited by area restrictions.
Region code
X
Example of discs that the player cannot play
The player cannot play the following discs:
• All CD-ROMs (including PHOTO CDs)/
CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those recorded in the following formats:
–music CD format
–video CD format
–MP3 format that conforms to ISO9660*
Level 1/Level 2, or its extended format,
Joliet
• Data part of CD-Extras
• DVD-ROMs
• DVD Audios
* A logical format of files and folders on CD-
ROMs defined by ISO (International Standards
Organization).
Also, the player cannot play the following discs:
• A DVD VIDEO with a different region code.
• A disc recorded in a color system other than
NTSC, such as PAL or SECAM (this player conforms to the NTSC color system).
• A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g., card, heart).
• A disc with paper or stickers on it.
• A disc that has the adhesive of cellophane tape or a sticker still left on it.
Notes
• Note 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. Also, images in DVD-RWs with CPRM* protection may not be played if they contain a copy protection signal. “Copyright lock” appears on the screen. For more information, see the operating instructions for the recording device.
Note that discs created in the Packet Write format cannot be played.
* CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable
Media) is a coding technology that protects copyright for images.
• Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies
This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
Recently, various music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies are marketed by some record companies. Please be aware that among those discs, there are some that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product.
Note on playback operations of
DVDs and VIDEO CDs
Some playback operations of DVDs and
VIDEO CDs may be intentionally set by software producers. Since this player plays
DVDs and VIDEO CDs according to the disc contents the software producers designed, some playback features may not be available.
Also, refer to the instructions supplied with the DVDs or VIDEO CDs.
Copyrights
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by
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.
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Notes About the Discs
• To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the surface.
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• 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.
To ensure stable operation
• If the front cover automatically opens and
“C32” appears in the front panel display
(page 100), it may be because burrs remain
on the outer edge of the disc, particularly
CDs. In order to ensure stable operation, remove the burrs by rubbing the edge of the disc with the side of a pen or pencil. Check the discs in the two slots to the left and right of the center slot, including the center slot.
Burrs
Pen or pencil
• Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth.
Wipe the disc from the center out.
• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs.
Index to Parts and Controls
For more information, see the pages in parentheses.
Front panel
A [/1 (on/standby) button (33)
— Lights up when the player outputs progressive signals.
C SACD (Super Audio CD) indicator
Lights up when:
— playing a Super Audio CD.
— no disc is inserted.
D MULTI CHANNEL indicator
Lights up when:
— Playing a track or chapter that contains three or more audio signal channels.
— no disc is inserted.
H
A
M DISC CHANGE button/indicator (33)
N DIRECT SEARCH button/indicator
O .–/>+/ENTER
(previous/next/enter) dial (35)
P
O
Z
wl FL OFF button/indicator (10)
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Front panel display
When playing back a DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW
Disc type
Playing status
Current play
Lights up when you can
Current disc
Current title and chapter (66)
When playing back a VIDEO CD with Playback Control (PBC) (41)
Disc type
Playing status
Current disc
Current scene (66) Playing time (66)
When playing back a CD, Super audio CD, DATA CD (MP3 audio), or VIDEO CD (without
PBC)
Disc type
(“SACD” lights up during HD playback)
Lights up when playing the multi-channel
playback area on Super Audio CDs (40)
Playing status
Current play
Current disc
10
Lights up when playing MP3 audio
Current index (CD, Super Audio CD,
VIDEO CD) or track (DATA CD) (66)
Current track (CD, Super Audio CD,
VIDEO CD) or album (DATA CD) (66)
To turn off the front panel display
Press FL OFF on the player. The front panel display turns off, and the FL OFF indicator on the player lights up.
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Hint
You can adjust the lighting of the front panel display by setting “DIMMER” in “CUSTOM
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Rear panel
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A DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack
B DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack
D LINE OUT AUDIO L/R 1/2 jacks
E LINE OUT VIDEO 1/2 jacks (19)
* This port is intended for future applications.
G COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, P
B
/
C
B
, P
R
/C
R
H COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/SCAN
J RS232C jack*
K S-LINK/CONTROL S IN jack (19)
Remote
A TV/DISC EXPLORER/DVD switch
The number 5 button has a tactile dot.*
I PICTURE NAVI (picture navigation)
K ./> PREV/NEXT (previous/
L c
/ C SEARCH/STEP
The H button has a tactile dot.*
P DISPLAY/FILE button (14)(53)
Q TOP MENU/EDIT button (38)(55)
R [/1 (on/standby) button (33)
S VOL (volume) +/– buttons (84)
The + button has a tactile dot.*
T TV/VIDEO/DISC SKIP + button
V WIDE MODE/DISC SKIP – button
wj SACD/CD (Super Audio CD/CD)
wk SACD MULTI/2CH (Super Audio CD wl
e;
ea
m/M
ef O RETURN button (36) (41) (51)
eg MENU/SORT button (38) (42) (58)
* Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the player.
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Guide to the Control Menu Display
Use the Control Menu to select a function and to view related information. After sliding the
TV/DISC EXPLORER/DVD switch to DVD, press DISPLAY/FILE repeatedly to turn on or change the Control Menu display as follows:
,
Control Menu display 1 m
Control Menu display 2 (DVD/VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD/CD only) m
ADVANCED display (DVD only, see page 67)
m
Control Menu display off z
Hint
You can skip the ADVANCED display by setting “OFF” under “ADVANCED” in the Control Menu (page
Control Menu
The Control Menu display 1 and 2 will show different items depending on the disc type. For details, see the pages in parentheses.
Example: Control Menu display 1 when playing a DVD VIDEO
Currently playing disc number
Currently playing title number
*
Currently playing chapter number **
Selected folder
Control
Menu items
1 2 3
1 2 ( 2 7 )
1 8 ( 3 4 )
ALL
T 1 : 3 2 : 5 5
Playback status ( N Playback,
X Pause, x Stop, etc.)
PLAY
DVD
Selected item
Function name of selected Control
Menu item
OFF
OFF
1: ENGLISH
2: FRENCH
3: SPANISH
SUBTITLE
Select: Cancel: RETURN
Operation message
***
Type of disc being played back
Total number of titles
*
Total number of chapters
**
Playing time
Current setting
Options
* Displays the scene number for VIDEO CDs (PBC is on), track number for VIDEO CDs/
Super Audio
CDs/
CDs, album number for DATA CDs.
** Displays the index number for VIDEO CDs/
Super Audio CDs/
CDs, MP3 audio track number for
DATA CDs.
*** Displays the DISC MEMO or CD Text when the disc contains title information.
List of Control Menu items
Item Item Name, Function, Relevant Disc Type
Selects the disc to be played.
TITLE (page 61)/SCENE (page 61)/TRACK (page 61)
Selects the title, scene, or track to be played.
CHAPTER (page 61)/INDEX (page 61)
Selects the chapter or index to be played.
Selects the album to be played.
Selects the track to be played.
Selects the index to be played.
Selects the type of titles (DVD-RW) to be played, the ORIGINAL one, or an edited
PLAY LIST.
Checks the elapsed time and the remaining playback time.
Use to input the time code when searching for a scene or music.
Displays the Disc Memo you entered in the edit mode of
the Disc Explorer function (page 65).
Checks the elapsed time and the remaining playback time.
Use to input the time code when searching for a scene or music.
Displays the DVD/ Super Audio CD/
CD text or the DATA CD’s track name (page 65).
Selects the playback area on Super Audio CDs when available.
Changes the audio setting.
Displays the subtitles.
Changes the subtitle language.
Changes the angle.
Selects the surround functions.
Displays the information (bit rate or layer) of the disc currently playing.
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QUICK Setup
Use Quick Setup to choose the desired language of the on-screen display, the aspect ratio of the TV, and the audio output signal, and the size of the speakers you are using.
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.
Selects All Discs or One Disc mode.
Selects the disc, title, chapter, or track to play in the order you want.
Plays the disc, title, chapter, or track in random order.
Plays the entire disc (all titles/all tracks/all albums) repeatedly or one title/chapter/ track/album repeatedly.
Specifies the parts you want to play repeatedly.
Adjusts the video signal from the player in various ways.
Select the setting that suits the program you are watching. Or, make detailed adjustments to each element of picture quality, such as brightness, color, noise, sharpness, and many others.
Divides the screen into 9 subscreens to help you find the scene you want quickly.
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Hint
The Control Menu icon indicator lights up in green t when you select any item except
“OFF.” (“SURROUND,” “PROGRAM,” “SHUFFLE,” “REPEAT,” “A-B REPEAT” only). The “ANGLE” indicator lights up in green only when the angles can be changed. The “VIDEO CONTROL” indicator lights up in green when any setting other than “STANDARD” is selected.
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 video input jack.
• Be sure to disconnect the power of each component before connecting.
Step 1: Unpacking
Check that you have the following items:
• Audio/video cord (pinplug
×
3 y pinplug
×
3) (1)
• Remote commander (remote) (1)
• Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
Step 2: Preparing the Remote
You can control the player using the supplied remote. Insert two Size AA (R6) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the player.
Notes
• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place.
• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries.
• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting apparatus. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
• If you do not use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
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When you have more than one Sony DVD player
If the supplied remote interferes with your other Sony DVD player, set the command mode for this player and the supplied remote to one that differs from the other Sony DVD player.
The default command mode setting for this player and the supplied remote is DVD1.
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1
Slide the COMMAND MODE switch on the remote to select the command mode (DVD
1, DVD 2, or DVD 3) so that the setting for the remote differs from the other DVD players.
For example, if other DVD players respond to the default command mode setting for the supplied remote (DVD 1), set the remote to DVD 2 or DVD 3.
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Slide the COMMAND MODE switch on the rear of the player so it matches that of the supplied remote.
Step 3: Connecting the Video Cords
Connect this player to your TV monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver) using a video cord.
Select one of the patterns A through C, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver). In order to view progressive signal pictures with a compatible TV, projector, or monitor, you must use pattern C.
TV, projector or AV amplifier (receiver) to LINE OUT VIDEO
1 or 2
CD/DVD player
(yellow)
Audio/video cord (supplied)
(green)
(blue)
(red)
Component video cord
(not supplied)
TV, projector or AV amplifier (receiver)
(yellow) to COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
(green)
(blue) (red) to S-LINK/
CONTROL S
to S VIDEO
OUT 1 or 2
S-link (control S) cord (not supplied)
TV or video component with
S-LINK (CONTROL S) jack l : Signal flow
S VIDEO cord
(not supplied)
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A
If you are connecting to a video input jack
Connect the yellow plug of the audio/video cord (supplied) to the yellow (video) jacks. You will enjoy standard quality images.
Yellow (Video)
White (L)
Red (R)
Yellow (Video)
White (L)
Red (R)
Use the red and white plugs to connect to the audio input jacks (page 24). (Do this if you are
connecting to a TV only.)
B
If you are connecting to an S VIDEO input jack
Connect an S VIDEO cord (not supplied). You will enjoy high quality images.
C
If you are connecting to a monitor, projector, or AV amplifier
(receiver) having component video input jacks (Y/P
B
/P
R
)
Connect the component via the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks using a component video cord (not supplied) or three video cords (not supplied) of the same kind and length. You will enjoy accurate color reproduction and high quality images. If your TV accepts progressive 480p format signals, you must use this connection and set “COMPONENT OUT” in “SCREEN
SETUP” to “PROGRESSIVE” (page 90).
Green
Blue
Red
Green
Blue
Red
To change the aspect ratio for the connected TV
Depending on the disc and the TV type (standard 4:3 screen TV or wide screen TV), the image
may not fit the TV screen. If this happens, change the aspect ratio (page 89).
If your TV or video component has an S-LINK (CONTROL S) connector
You can control the player by pointing the remote at the remote sensor on the TV or video component. This feature is convenient if you place the player and the TV or video component at a distance from each other.
Connect the TV or video component via the S-LINK/CONTROL S jack using an S-link (control
S) cord (not supplied). Refer to the instructions supplied with the component to be connected.
Notes
• Connect the player directly to the TV. If you pass the player signals via the VCR, you may not receive a clear image on the TV screen.
VCR
CD/DVD player
TV
Connect directly
• Consumers should note that not all high definition television sets are fully compatible with this product and may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture. In case of 480 progressive scan picture problems, it is recommended that the user switch the connection to the ‘standard definition’ output. If there are questions regarding our TV set compatibility with this model 480p DVD player, please contact our customer service center.
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Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords
Refer to the chart below to select the connection that best suits your system. Be sure to also read the instructions for the components you wish to connect.
Select a connection
Select one of the following connections,
A
through
D
.
Components to be connected
TV
• Surround effects: TVS DYNAMIC (page 71),
Connection
A
Your setup (example)
Stereo amplifier (receiver) and two speakers
• Surround effects: TVS STANDARD (page 71)
or
MD deck/DAT deck
• Surround effects: None
B
AV amplifier (receiver) having a Dolby*
Surround (Pro Logic) decoder and 3 to 6 speakers
• Surround effects: Dolby Surround (Pro Logic)
C
AV amplifier (receiver) with 5.1 ch input jacks and 4 to 6 speakers
• Surround effects:
– Dolby Digital (5.1 ch) (page 101)
– Super Audio CD Multi channel (page 101)
or
AV amplifier (receiver) with digital input jacks
having a Dolby or DTS** decoder and 6
speakers
• Surround effects:
– Dolby Digital (5.1 ch) (page 101)
D
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Hint
If you have an AV amplifier that conforms to the
96 kHz sampling frequency, use connection
D
.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. “Dolby,” “Pro Logic,” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
**“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater
Systems, Inc.
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A
Connecting to your TV
This connection will use your TV’s speakers for sound.
CD/DVD player
(white)
TV
(white)
(red)
(red)
(yellow) *
Audio/video cord (supplied) to LINE OUT AUDIO
L/R 1 or 2 l : Signal flow
* The yellow plug is used for video signals (page
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Hint
When connecting to a monaural TV, use a stereomono conversion cord (not supplied). Connect the
LINE OUT AUDIO L/R 1 or 2 jacks to the TV’s audio input jack.
(yellow) to audio input
B
Connecting to a stereo amplifier (receiver) and 2 speakers/Connecting to an MD deck or DAT deck
If the stereo amplifier (receiver) has audio input jacks L and R only, use
B-1
. If the amplifier
(receiver) has a digital input jack, or when connecting to an MD deck or DAT deck, use
B-2
.
In this case, you can also connect the player directly to the MD deck or DAT deck without using your stereo amplifier (receiver).
CD/DVD player
Optical digital cord
(not supplied)
Remove jack cap before connecting
Stereo audio cord
(not supplied)
(white) or or
(red) to DIGITAL OUT
(COAXIAL or OPTICAL)
Coaxial digital cord
(not supplied)
(white) to coaxial or optical digital input
[Speakers]
Stereo amplifier (receiver) to LINE OUT AUDIO L/R
1 or 2
(red) to audio input
Front (L)
MD deck/DAT deck
Front (R) l : Signal flow z
Hint
To realize better surround sound effects, make sure that your listening position is in between your speakers.
Note
Super Audio CD audio signals are not output from the digital jack.
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C
Connecting to an AV amplifier (receiver) having a Dolby Surround (Pro
Logic) decoder and 3 to 6 speakers
You can enjoy the Dolby Surround effects only when playing Dolby Surround audio or multichannel audio (Dolby Digital) discs.
If your amplifier (receiver) has L and R audio input jacks only, use
(receiver) has a digital input jack, use
C-2
.
C-1
. If your amplifier
CD/DVD player
Optical digital cord
(not supplied)
Remove jack cap before connecting
Stereo audio cord (not supplied)
(white) or or
(red) to DIGITAL OUT
(COAXIAL or OPTICAL)
Coaxial digital cord
(not supplied) to LINE OUT AUDIO L/R
1 or 2
(white)
(red) to coaxial or optical digital input
[Speakers] to audio input
Amplifier (receiver) with Dolby
Surround decoder
[Speakers]
Rear (L) Rear (R)
Front (L)
Front (R)
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Subwoofer Center l : Signal flow z
Hint
For correct speaker location, refer to the operating instructions of the amplifier (receiver).
Rear (mono)
Notes
• When connecting 6 speakers, replace the monaural rear speaker with a center speaker, 2 rear speakers and a subwoofer.
• Super Audio CD audio signals are not output from the digital jack.
D
Connecting to an AV amplifier (receiver) with 5.1 ch input jacks and/or a digital input jack and 4 to 6 speakers
If your AV amplifier (receiver) has 5.1 channel inputs, use
D-1
.
If you want to use the Dolby Digital, or DTS decoder function on your AV amplifier (receiver), connect to its digital jack using
D-2
. With the following connections, you can enjoy a more realistic audio presence in the comfort of your own home.
CD/DVD player to DIGITAL OUT
(COAXIAL or OPTICAL) to 5.1CH
OUTPUT
Optical digital cord
(not supplied)
Remove jack cap before connecting
Stereo audio cord
(not supplied)
Coaxial digital cord
(not supplied) or or
Monaural audio cord
(not supplied) to coaxial or optical digital input
[Speakers]
AV amplifier (receiver) having
5.1ch inputs or/and a decoder to audio input
[Speakers]
Center Subwoofer l
: Signal flow
Front (L)
Front (R)
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D-1
: Connecting to the 5.1ch input jacks
You can enjoy 5.1ch surround sound using the internal Dolby Digital, DTS, or Super
Audio CD Multi decoder of this player.
(when 6 speakers are connected, set
“SURROUND” to “OFF.”)
You can also enjoy Dolby Surround (Pro
Logic) sound, or surround sounds using
various “SURROUND” modes (page 70).
D-2
: Connecting to a digital jack
This connection will allow you to use the
Dolby Digital, or DTS decoder function of your AV amplifier (receiver). You are not able to enjoy the surround sound effects of this player.
z
Hints
• For correct speaker placement, refer to the instructions of the connected components.
• To enhance the sound performance:
– Use high-performance speakers.
– Use front, rear, and center speakers of the same size and performance.
– Place the subwoofer between the left and right front speakers.
• Use connection
D-2
when connecting to 7 or more speakers (6.1ch or more).
Notes
For connection D-2
• After you have completed the connection, be sure to set “DOLBY DIGITAL” to “DOLBY
DIGITAL” and “DTS” to “DTS” in Quick Setup
• When you connect an amplifier (receiver) that conforms to the 96kHz sampling frequency, set
“48kHz/96kHz PCM” in “AUDIO SETUP” to
• Super Audio CD audio signals are not output from the digital jack.
Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord
Plug the power cords of the player and TV into an AC outlet.
Step 6: Quick Setup
Follow the steps below to make the minimum number of basic adjustments for using the player.
To skip an adjustment, press >. To return to the previous adjustment, press ..
[ / 1
.
/ >
ENTER
X / x
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” 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 88).
4
Press ENTER before 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
FRENCH
SPANISH
PORTUGUESE
5
Press X/x to select a language.
The player uses the language selected here to display the menu and subtitles as well.
6
Press ENTER.
The Setup Display for selecting the aspect ratio of the TV to be connected appears.
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SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE:
SCREEN SAVER:
BACKGROUND:
BLACK LEVEL:
BLACK LEVEL
4:3 LETTER BOX
4:3 LETTER BOX
4:3 PAN SCAN
(COMPONENT OUT)
:
16:9
ON
COMPONENT OUT:
4:3 OUTPUT:
INTERLACE
FULL
7
Press X/x to select the setting that
matches your TV type.
◆ If you have a 4:3 standard TV
• 4:3 LETTER BOX or 4:3 PAN SCAN
◆ If you have a wide-screen TV or a 4:3
standard TV with a wide-screen mode
8
Press ENTER.
The Setup Display for selecting the type of video signal appears.
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE:
SCREEN SAVER:
BACKGROUND:
BLACK LEVEL:
4:3 OUTPUT:
4:3 LETTER BOX
ON
JACKET PICTURE
ON
BLACK LEVEL
(COMPONENT OUT)
:
COMPONENT OUT:
ON
INTERLACE
INTERLACE
PROGRESSIVE
9
Press X/x to select the type of
signals you wish to output to your
TV.
Select “PROGRESSIVE” only if you
have made video connection C (page 19)
and wish to view progressive video signals.
◆ Interlace format TV (standard TV)
◆ Progressive format TV
10
Press ENTER.
The Setup Display for selecting the type of jack used to connect your amplifier
(receiver) appears.
Is this player connected to an amplifier
(receiver) ? Select the type of jack you are using.
YES
LINE OUTPUT L/R (AUDIO)
DIGITAL OUTPUT
DIGITAL & 5.1CH OUTPUT
NO
11
Press X/x to select the type of
jack (if any) you are using to connect to an amplifier (receiver), then press ENTER.
Choose the item that matches the audio
connection you selected on pages 24 to
A
through
D
).
A
• If you connect just a TV and nothing else, select “NO.” Quick Setup is finished and connections are complete.
B-1 C-1
• Select “LINE OUTPUT L/R
(AUDIO).” Quick Setup is finished and connections are complete.
B-2 C-2 D-2
• Select “DIGITAL OUTPUT.” The Setup
Display for “DOLBY DIGITAL” appears.
D-1
or both
D-1 and
D-2
• Select “DIGITAL&5.1CH OUTPUT.”
The display for “DOLBY DIGITAL” appears.
12
Press X/x to select the type of
Dolby Digital signal you wish to send to your amplifier (receiver).
Choose the signal that matches the audio
connection you selected on pages 25 to
B
through
D
).
AUDIO SETUP
AUDIO ATT:
AUDIO DRC:
AUDIO FILTER:
OFF
STANDARD
SHARP
DOWNMIX:
DIGITAL OUT:
DOLBY DIGITAL:
DTS:
48kHz/96kHz PCM:
DOLBY SURROUND
ON
D-PCM
D-PCM
DOLBY DIGITAL
B-2 C-2
D-2
• DOLBY DIGITAL (only if the amplifier (receiver) has a Dolby Digital
13
Press ENTER.
“DTS” is selected.
AUDIO SETUP
AUDIO ATT:
AUDIO DRC:
AUDIO FILTER:
OFF
STANDARD
SHARP
DOWNMIX:
DIGITAL OUT:
DOLBY DIGITAL:
DTS:
48kHz/96kHz PCM:
DOLBY SURROUND
ON
D-PCM
D-PCM
D-PCM
DTS
14
Press X/x to select the type of
DTS signal sent to your amplifier
(receiver).
Choose the item that matches the audio
connection you selected on pages 25 to
B
through
D
).
B-2 C-2
D-2
• DTS (only if the amplifier (receiver)
15
Press ENTER.
◆ When “DIGITAL OUT” is selected in
step 11
• Quick Setup is finished and connections are complete.
◆ When “DIGITAL & 5.1CH OUTPUT” is
selected in step 11
• The Setup Display for “SPEAKER
SETUP” appears.
16
Press X/x to select the size of the
center speaker.
If no center speaker is connected, select
SPEAKER SETUP (DVD)
SIZE:
DISTANCE:
LEVEL(FRONT):
LEVEL(REAR):
TEST TONE:
FRONT:
CENTER:
REAR:
SUBWOOFER:
OFF
To set press then
ENTER
LARGE
LARGE
LARGE
SMALL
NONE
17
Press ENTER.
“REAR” is selected.
SPEAKER SETUP (DVD)
SIZE:
DISTANCE:
LEVEL(FRONT):
LEVEL(REAR):
TEST TONE: OFF
FRONT:
CENTER:
REAR:
SUBWOOFER:
LARGE
LARGE
LARGE(REAR)
LARGE(REAR)
LARGE(SIDE)
18
Press X/x to select the size of the
rear speakers.
If no rear speaker is connected, select
“NONE.”
19
Press ENTER.
“SUBWOOFER” is selected.
SPEAKER SETUP(DVD)
SIZE:
DISTANCE:
LEVEL(FRONT):
LEVEL(REAR):
TEST TONE:
FRONT:
CENTER:
REAR:
SUBWOOFER:
OFF
LARGE
LARGE
LARGE(REAR)
YES
To set, press , then .
To quit, press .
.
YES
NONE
20
Press X/x to select whether or
not you have connected a subwoofer.
21
Press ENTER.
Quick Setup is finished. All connections and setup operations are complete.
Enjoying the surround sound effects
To enjoy the surround sound effects of this player or your amplifier (receiver), set the following items as described below for the
audio connection you selected on pages 25 to
B
through
D
). Each of these is the default setting and does not need to be adjusted when you first connect the player.
See page 87 for using the Setup Display.
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Audio connection (pages 24 to 27)
A
• No additional settings are needed.
B-1 C-1
• Set “DOWNMIX” to “DOLBY
B-2 C-2 D-2
• Set “DOWNMIX” to “DOLBY
• Set “DIGITAL OUT” to “ON” (page 93).
D-1
• Set “DISTANCE,” “LEVEL (FRONT),” and “LEVEL (REAR)” according to the
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Hints
• For connections
B-1 C-1 D-1
If the sound distorts even when the volume is
turned down, set “AUDIO ATT” to “ON” (page
• For connections
B-2 C-2 D-2
Set “48kHz/96kHz PCM” to “96kHZ/24bit” only if you connect an amplifier (receiver) that
conforms to the 96 kHz sampling frequency (page
• The speaker size settings made in steps 16 to 20 will also apply when a Super Audio CD is played.
To change the settings for Super Audio CDs, select “SUPER AUDIO CD t” in “SPEAKER
SETUP” and adjust the “SIZE” settings (page 94).
Playing Discs
Inserting Discs
inserted the disc into each slot at a right angle to the rotary table. If the disc is not put in straight, it may damage the player or the disc.
You can insert up to 400 discs into this player.
[/1
OPEN/CLOSE
Front cover
+100
.
–/ > +/ENTER dial
DISC CHANGE
1
Press
[
/1
.
The player turns on.
2
Press OPEN/CLOSE.
The front cover opens.
3
Press DISC CHANGE.
The DISC CHANGE indicator lights up.
4
While checking the disc slot number indicated on the front panel display or
by the slot, turn the .–/>+/
ENTER dial until you find the disc slot where you want to insert a disc.
With the playback side facing left
6
Repeat steps 4 and 5 to insert more discs.
7
Press OPEN/CLOSE.
The front cover closes. The rotary table turns and the disc slot selected in step 4 is set to the playing position.
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Hint
In step 4, you can select a disc slot number by skipping 10 slots. After sliding the TV/DISC
EXPLORER/DVD switch to DISC EXPLORER or
DVD, press DISC SKIP +/– on the remote. 10 disc slots before or after the current disc slot number will be skipped. To skip 100 slots, press +100 on the player.
Notes
• Do not turn the turntable by hand.
• Do not reach inside of the turntable compartment.
Always follow the correct steps for inserting and removing discs.
• When transporting the player, remove all discs from the player. Failure to remove the discs may cause damage to the player.
• When closing the front cover, be careful not to let anything get caught between the door and the player.
Disc slot number
Disc slot at the loading position
5
Insert a disc.
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To remove discs
A DISC EJECT
OPEN/
CLOSE
Playing Discs
[/1
Depending on the disc, some operations may be different or restricted.
Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your disc.
[/1
N
.
–/ > +/ENTER dial
DISC CHANGE
1
Press OPEN/CLOSE.
2
Press DISC CHANGE.
3
While checking the disc slot number indicated on the front panel display or by the slot, turn the .–/>+/ENTER dial until you find the disc you want to remove.
4
Press A DISC EJECT.
The loading guide rises so that you can remove the disc easily.
Loading guide
A DISC EJECT
VIDEO
OFF indicator
.
–/ > +/
ENTER dial
DISC CHANGE
[/1
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H
5
Remove the disc.
6
Repeat steps 3 to 5 to remove other discs.
7
Press OPEN/CLOSE.
The front cover closes.
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Hint
You can remove the current disc by directly pressing A DISC EJECT on the player.
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.
4
Press H.
The player starts playing the selected disc. 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 38. For VIDEO CDs,
Additional operations
A DISC EJECT
OPEN/CLOSE
N
X x
To change the disc
Press DISC CHANGE to turn the indicator on. Then turn the .–/>+/ENTER dial until the desired disc number appears on the front panel display.
Press the .–/>+/ENTER dial to start playback.
To enjoy the clarity of Super Audio CDs and CDs
You can minimize the effect of the video output by switching it off.
Press VIDEO OFF on the player. Video signals are cut off, and the VIDEO OFF indicator lights up on the player.
To turn off the player
Press [/1. The player enters standby mode.
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Hints
• You can have the player turn off automatically whenever you leave it in stop mode for more than
30 minutes. To turn on this function, set “AUTO
POWER OFF” in “CUSTOM SETUP” to “ON”
• For details on the types of MP3 audio tracks that you can play on this player, or on their playback
order, see “Selecting and Playing an MP3 Audio
• You can select to play a disc from a list of all the discs inserted in the player. For details, see
“Displaying the Disc Information” (page 50).
Note
Super Audio CD audio signals are not output from the digital output jack.
OPEN/
CLOSE
.
/ >
H
X
To
Select a disc
.
–/ > +/
ENTER dial
DISC CHANGE
+100
DIRECT SEARCH
DISC SKIP
+/–
INSTANT REPLAY
INSTANT SEARCH x
Operation
On the player:
Press DISC CHANGE to turn the indicator on. Then turn the
.–/>+/ENTER dial until the desired disc number appears on the front panel display.
Press the .–/
>+/ENTER dial to start playback.
On the remote:
Press DISC SKIP+/– until the desired disc number appears in the front panel display.
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To
Skip disc slots
Operation
On the player:
To skip 100 disc slots ahead, press +100.
Press ENTER to start playback.
On the remote:
After sliding the TV/
DISC EXPLORER/
DVD switch to DISC
EXPLORER or DVD, press DISC SKIP +/– .
Stop
Pause
Press x.
Press X.
Resume play after pause
Go to the next chapter, track, or scene in continuous play mode
Go back to the previous chapter, track, or scene in continuous play mode
Press X or H.
On the player:
Press DIRECT
SEARCH to turn the indicator on. Then turn the .–/>+/
ENTER dial clockwise.
On the remote:
Press >.
On the player:
Press DIRECT
SEARCH to turn the indicator on. Then turn the .–/>+/
ENTER dial counterclockwise.
On the remote:
Press . twice.
Stop play and remove the disc
On the player:
Press A DISC EJECT.
On the remote:
Press OPEN/CLOSE.
Replay the previous scene* REPLAY.
Briefly fast forward the current scene** SEARCH.
* DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW/DVD-R only
** DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW/DVD-R/DVD+RW only z
Hints
• The Instant Replay function is useful when you want to review a scene or dialog that you missed.
• The Instant Search function is useful when you want to pass over a scene that you don’t want to watch.
Notes
• You may not be able to use the Instant Replay or
Instant Search function with some scenes.
• The Instant Replay function does not work with
DVD+RWs.
Locking the front cover (Child
Lock)
You can lock the front cover to prevent children from opening it.
ENTER
[/1
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 OPEN/CLOSE button on the player and the remote do not work while the Child Lock is set.
To unlock the front cover
O RETURN
When the player is in standby mode, press
O RETURN, ENTER, and then [/1 again.
Note
Even if you select “RESET” under “SETUP” in the
Control Menu (page 88), the front cover remains
locked.
Resuming Playback From the Point Where You
Stopped the Disc
(Resume
Play)
The player remembers the point where you stopped the disc even if you press [/1 and the player enters standby mode.
• When playing a DATA CD, the point where you stopped playing is cleared when the player enters standby mode.
• This function is not available for Program Play or
Shuffle Play.
• This function may not work with some discs.
H x
1
While playing a disc, press x to
stop playback.
“RESUME” appears on the front panel display.
2
Press H.
The player starts playback from the point where you stopped the disc in step 1.
z
Hint
To play from the beginning of the disc, press x twice, then press H.
Notes
• The point where you stopped playing is cleared when:
– you change the play mode.
– you change the settings on the Setup Display.
– you open the front cover.
– you change the slot.
– you disconnect the power cord.
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4
Press ENTER.
Using the DVD’s Menu
A DVD is divided into long sections of a picture or a music feature called “titles.”
When you play a DVD which contains several titles, you can select the title you want using the TOP MENU/EDIT button.
When you play DVDs that allow you to select items such as the language for the subtitles and the language for the sound, select these items using the MENU/SORT button.
z
Hint
You can also display the disc’s menu by pressing
TOP MENU or MENU on the player.
Number buttons
38
ENTER
C / X / x / c
TOP MENU/
EDIT
MENU/
SORT
1
Select a disc (page 35).
2
Press TOP MENU/EDIT or MENU/
SORT.
The disc’s menu appears on the TV screen. The contents of the menu vary from disc to disc.
3
Press C/X/x/c or the number
buttons to select the item you want to play or change.
1
Selecting “ORIGINAL” or
“PLAY LIST” on a DVD-
RW
Some DVD-RWs in VR (Video Recording) mode have two types of titles for playback: originally recorded titles (ORIGINAL) and edited titles created on recordable DVD players (PLAY LIST). You can select the type of titles to be played.
4
Press X/x to select the setting.
• PLAY LIST: plays the titles created from “ORIGINAL.”
• ORIGINAL: plays the titles originally recorded.
5
Press ENTER.
To turn off the Control Menu
Press DISPLAY/FILE repeatedly until the
Control Menu is turned off.
Note
Repeat Play and A-B Repeat Play do not work across “ORIGINAL” and “PLAY LIST” titles.
X / x
ENTER
DISPLAY/
FILE
1
Select a disc (page 35).
2
Press DISPLAY/FILE while the player is in stop mode.
The Control Menu appears.
3
Press X/x to select
(ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST), then press
ENTER.
The options for “ORIGINAL/PLAY
LIST” appear.
1 2 3
1 2 ( 2 7 )
1 8 ( 3 4 )
PLAY LIST
PLAY LIST
ORIGINAL
ALL
STOP
DVD-RW
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Selecting a Playback
Area for a Super Audio
CD
SACD MULTI/
2CH
SACD/CD z
Hint
You can also select “MULTI/2CH” from the
Selecting the playback layer of hybrid Super Audio CDs
Some Super Audio CDs consist of an HD layer and a CD layer. You can select the playback layer you want to listen to.
1
Press SACD/CD while the player is in stop mode.
Each time you press the button, an HD layer or a CD layer is alternately selected.
When playing a CD layer, the “CD” indicator in the front panel display lights up.
Selecting a playback area on a 2 channel + Multi-channel Super
Audio CD
Some Super Audio CDs consist of a 2 channel playback area and a multi-channel playback area. You can select the playback area you want to listen to.
1
Press SACD MULTI/2CH while the player is in stop mode.
The following display appears.
2CH
Notes
• For details about Super Audio CDs, see page 101.
• Each play mode function works only within the
selected layer or playback area (page 44).
2
Press SACD MULTI/2CH repeatedly to select an item.
• MULTI: Plays a multi-channel playback area.
• 2CH: Plays a 2 channel playback area.
The “MULTI” indicator in the front panel display lights up when playing a multichannel playback area.
Playing VIDEO CDs With
PBC Functions
(PBC Playback)
PBC (Playback Control) allows you to play
VIDEO CDs interactively by following the menu on the TV screen.
Number buttons z
Hint
To play without using PBC, press ./> while the player is stopped to select a track, then press H or ENTER.
“Play without PBC.” appears on the TV screen and the player starts continuous play. You cannot play still pictures such as a menu.
To return to PBC playback, press x twice then press H.
Note
Depending on the VIDEO CD, “Press ENTER” in step 3 may appear as “Press SELECT” in the instructions supplied with the disc. In this case, press H.
.
/ >
H
X
/ x x
ENTER
O RETURN
1
Start playing a VIDEO CD with PBC functions.
A menu appears.
2
Select the item number and track
you want using X/x or the number
buttons.
3
Press ENTER.
4
Follow the instructions in the menu for interactive operations.
Refer to the instructions supplied with the disc, as the operating procedure may differ depending on the VIDEO CD.
To return to the menu
Press O RETURN.
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Selecting and Playing an
MP3 Audio Track
You can play selected tracks on DATA CDs
(CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs) recorded in
MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) format.
J A Z Z
1 ( 9 0 )
0 1 S H E I S S P E C I A L
0 2 A L L Y O U N E E D I S . . .
0 3 S P I C Y L I F E
0 4 H A P P Y H O U R
0 5 R I V E R S I D E
0 6 5
0 7 T A K E T I M E , T A K E T I M E
4
Press X/x to select a track, then
press ENTER.
The selected track starts playing.
When a track or album is being played, its title is shaded.
ENTER C
/
X
/ x
/ c
O RETURN
1
Select a disc (page 35).
MENU/
SORT
2
Press MENU/SORT.
The list of MP3 albums recorded on the
DATA CD appears.
1 ( 3 0 )
R O C K B E S T H I T
K A R A O K E
J A Z Z
R & B
M Y F A V O R I T E S O N G S
C L A S S I C A L
S A L S A O F C U B A
B O S S A N O V A
3
Press X/x to select an album, then
press ENTER.
The list of tracks contained in the album appears.
To go to the next or previous page
Press c or C.
To return to the previous display
Press O RETURN.
To turn off the display
Press MENU/SORT.
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Hint
You can also display the lists with the MENU button on the player.
Notes
About playback
• This player can play MP3 audio tracks recorded in the following sampling frequencies:
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz.
• The player cannot play audio tracks in MP3PRO format.
• If you add the extension “.MP3” to data not in
MP3 format, the player cannot recognize the data properly and will generate a loud noise which could damage your speaker system.
• The playback order may be different from the
edited order. See “The playback order of MP3 audio tracks” (page 43) for details.
About the list display
• Only the letters in the alphabet and numbers can be used for album or track names. Anything else is displayed as “*”.
• ID3 tags cannot be displayed.
About MP3 audio tracks
You can play MP3 audio tracks on CD-
ROMs, CD-Rs, or CD-RWs. However, the discs must be recorded according to ISO9660 level 1, level 2, or Joliet format for the player to recognize the tracks.
You can also play discs recorded in Multi
Session.
Refer to the instructions of the CD-R/RW device or recording software (not supplied) for details on the recording format.
To play a Multi Session CD
This player can play Multi Session CDs when an MP3 audio track is located in the first session. Any subsequent MP3 audio tracks, recorded in the later sessions, can also be played back.
When audio tracks and images in music CD format or Video CD format are recorded in the first session, only the first session will be played back.
The playback order of MP3 audio tracks
The playback order of albums and tracks recorded on a DATA CD is as follows.
◆Structure of disc contents
Tree 1 Tree 2 Tree 3 Tree 4 Tree 5
ROOT album track
When you play a DATA CD from its
beginning (page 34), the numbered tracks are
played sequentially, from
1
through
7
. Any sub-albums/tracks contained within a currently selected album take priority over the next album in the same tree. (Example: C contains D so
4
is played before
5
.)
When you press MENU and the list of MP3
albums appears (page 42), the albums are
arranged in the following order: A t B t
C t D t F t G. Albums that do not contain tracks (such as album E) do not appear in the list.
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Hints
• If you add numbers (01, 02, 03, etc.) to the front of the track names, the tracks will be played in that order.
• Since a disc with many trees takes longer to start playback, it is recommended that you create albums of no more than two trees.
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Notes
• Depending on the software you use to create the
DATA CD, the playback order may differ from the illustration above.
• The playback order above may not be applicable if there are more than a total of 999 albums and tracks in the DATA CD.
• The player can recognize up to 499 albums (the player will count just albums, including albums that do not contain MP3 audio tracks). The player will not play any albums beyond the first 499 albums. Of the first 499 albums, the player will play no more than a combined total of 999 albums and tracks.
Various Play Mode
Functions
(Program Play,
Shuffle Play, Repeat Play, A-B Repeat
Play)
You can set the following play modes:
Notes
• The play mode is canceled when:
– you open the front cover.
– you press [/1 and the player enters standby mode.
• Before setting a play mode for Super Audio CDs, select the playback layer or area you want to listen
to (page 40). Each play mode function works only
within the selected layer or playback area.
Selecting the disc mode (One
Disc or All Discs)
You can play one disc or all of the discs in the player. Before setting Program Play, Shuffle
Play, or Repeat Play, you must select whether to apply these play modes to one disc or to all of the discs.
X
/ x
DISPLAY/
FILE
ENTER
1
Press DISPLAY/FILE twice (once for
DATA CDs) during playback.
The Control Menu appears.
2
Press X/x to select
or
(ONE/ALL DISCS) and press
ENTER.
The options for “ONE DISC/ALL
DISCS” appear.
1 2 ( 2 7 )
1 8 ( 3 4 )
ALL DISCS
ALL DISCS
ONE DISC
PLAY
DVD
1
Press DISPLAY/FILE twice (when playing a CD, press once).
The Control Menu appears.
2
Press X/x to select
(PROGRAM), then press ENTER.
The options for “PROGRAM” appear.
1 2 ( 2 7 )
1 8 ( 3 4 )
OFF
OFF
SET
ON
PLAY
DVD
3
Press X/x to select an item.
• ALL DISCS: Continuously plays all of the discs.
• ONE DISC: Plays the selected disc.
4
Press ENTER.
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Hint
You can also select “ONE DISC/ALL DISCS” by pressing ONE/ALL DISCS on the player.
Creating your own program
(Program Play)
You can play the contents of a disc in the order you want by arranging the order of the titles, chapters, or tracks on the disc to create your own program.
You can program up to 99 items. By selecting
All Discs mode (page 44), you can create a
program for all of the discs in the player.
Number buttons
CLEAR
3
Press X/x to select “
SET t
” then press ENTER.
The display for programming appears.
PROGRAM
– – – : – – – – –
ALL CLEAR
1. – – – –
2. – – – –
3. – – – –
4. – – – –
5. – – – –
6. – – – –
T
ALL
ALL
4
Press c.
The player is ready to program the first disc.
PROGRAM
– – – : – – – – –
ALL CLEAR
1. – – – –
2. – – – –
3. – – – –
4. – – – –
5. – – – –
6. – – – –
T
ALL
ALL
5
Select the disc you want to program
using the number buttons or X/x, then
press ENTER.
The cursor moves to the title or track row
“T” (in this case, “01”).
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X / x / c
DISPLAY/
FILE
ENTER c
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Disc type
Titles or tracks recorded on a disc
PROGRAM
003 : DVD
ALL CLEAR
1. – – – –
2. – – – –
3. – – – –
4. – – – –
5. – – – –
6. – – – –
T
ALL
01
02
03
04
05
06
ALL
C
ALL
01
02
03
04
05
06
PROGRAM
– – – : – – – – –
ALL CLEAR
1. 1D –T02 –C03
1. 10V –T04
3. – – – –
4. – – – –
5. – – – –
6. – – – –
T
ALL
ALL
Chapters recorded on a disc
“?” appears when the player has not loaded the disc information in the memory. If an empty slot is loaded, the disc type does not appear.
6
Select the title, chapter, or track you want to program.
◆ When playing a DVD VIDEO
For example, select chapter “03” of title
“02.”
Press
X/x or the number buttons to select
“02” under “T,” then press ENTER.
7
To program other discs, titles, chapters, or tracks, repeat steps 4 to
6.
Selected disc and track
The programmed discs, titles, chapters, and tracks are displayed in the selected order.
8
Press H to start Program Play.
Program Play begins.
When the program ends, you can restart the same program again by pressing H.
PROGRAM
003 : DVD
ALL CLEAR
1. – – – –
2. – – – –
3. – – – –
4. – – – –
5. – – – –
6. – – – –
T
ALL
01
02
03
04
05
06
ALL
C
ALL
01
02
03
04
05
06
Next, press
X/x or the number buttons to select “03” under “C,” then press
ENTER.
PROGRAM
– – – : – – – – –
ALL CLEAR
1. 1D –T02 –C03
2. – – – –
3. – – – –
4. – – – –
5. – – – –
6. – – – –
T
ALL
ALL
Selected disc, title and chapter
◆ When playing a VIDEO CD, Super
Audio CD or CD
For example, select track “04.”
Press
X/x or the number buttons to select
“04” under “T,” then press ENTER.
To return to normal playback
Press CLEAR, or select “OFF” in step 3.
To turn off the display
Press DISPLAY/FILE repeatedly until the display is turned off.
To cancel or change a program
1
Follow steps 1 to 3 of “Creating your own program (Program Play).”
2
Select the program number of the disc, title, chapter, or track you want to cancel or change using X/ x
.
3
Perform the following.
◆ To cancel the program
Press CLEAR.
◆ To change the program
Press c and follow step 5 for new programming.
To cancel all of the discs, titles, chapters, or tracks in the program
1
Follow steps 1 to 3 of “Creating your own program (Program Play).”
2
Press
X and select “ALL CLEAR.”
3
Press ENTER.
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Hint
You can set Repeat Play or Shuffle Play for the programmed titles, chapters, or tracks. During
Program Play, follow the steps of “Repeat Play”
(page 47) or “Shuffle Play” (page 47).
Note
Program Play will not start if you select One Disc mode and the program does not include anything from the current disc.
Playing in random order (Shuffle
Play)
You can have the player “shuffle” titles, chapters, or tracks. Subsequent “shuffling” may produce a different playing order. By
selecting All Discs mode (page 44), you can
shuffle all of the discs in the player.
CLEAR
H
X / x
DISPLAY/
FILE
ENTER
3
Press X/x to select the item to be
shuffled.
◆ When playing a DVD VIDEO
• DISC *
•
TITLE
•
CHAPTER
◆ When playing a Super Audio CD,
VIDEO CD, or CD
• DISC *
• TRACK
◆ When playing a DVD-RW, or DATA CD
•
DISC
*
◆ When Program Play is activated
• ON : shuffles titles, chapters, or tracks selected in Program Play.
4
Press ENTER.
* You can select “DISC” in All Discs mode only.
To return to normal play
Press CLEAR, or select “OFF” in step 3.
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Hints
• You can set Shuffle Play while the player is stopped. After selecting the “SHUFFLE” option, press H. Shuffle Play starts.
• Up to 96 chapters in a disc can be played in random order when “CHAPTER” is selected.
Playing repeatedly (Repeat Play)
You can play all of the titles, albums or tracks on a disc or a single title, chapter, album, or track repeatedly.
You can use a combination of Shuffle or
Program Play modes. By selecting All Discs
mode (page 44), you can repeat all of the
discs in the player.
1
Press DISPLAY/FILE twice during playback.
The Control Menu appears.
2
Press X/x to select
(SHUFFLE), then press ENTER.
The options for “SHUFFLE” appear.
1 2 ( 2 7 )
1 8 ( 3 4 )
OFF
OFF
DISC
TITLE
CHAPTER
PLAY
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• TRACK : repeats the current track.
◆ When Program Play or Shuffle Play is
activated
•
ON
: repeats Program Play or Shuffle
Play.
CLEAR
REPEAT
H
1
Press REPEAT during playback.
The following display appears.
DISC
48
2
Press REPEAT repeatedly to select the item to be repeated.
◆ When playing a DVD VIDEO
•
DISC
: repeats all of the titles on the current disc in One Disc mode, or all of the discs in All Discs mode.
•
TITLE
: repeats the current title on a disc.
•
CHAPTER
: repeats the current chapter.
◆ When playing a DVD-RW
• DISC : repeats all of the titles on the selected type in One Disc mode, or all of the discs in All Discs mode.
• TITLE : repeats the current title on a disc.
• CHAPTER : repeats the current chapter.
◆ When playing a Super Audio CD,
VIDEO CD, or CD
•
DISC
: repeats all of the tracks on the current disc in One Disc mode, or all of the discs in All Discs mode.
•
TRACK
: repeats the current track.
◆ When playing a DATA CD (MP3 audio)
• DISC : repeats all of the albums on the current disc in One Disc mode, or all of the discs in All Discs mode.
• ALBUM : repeats the current album.
To return to normal play
Press CLEAR, or select “OFF” in step 2.
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Hints
• You can set Repeat Play while the player is stopped. After selecting the “REPEAT” option, press H. Repeat Play starts.
• You can also select “REPEAT” from the Control
Repeating a specific portion (A-
B Repeat Play)
You can play a specific portion of a title, chapter or track repeatedly. (This function is useful when you want to memorize lyrics, etc.)
CLEAR
X / x
DISPLAY/
FILE
ENTER
1
Press DISPLAY/FILE twice during playback.
The Control Menu appears.
2
Press X/x to select
(A-B
REPEAT), then press ENTER.
The options for “A-B REPEAT” appear.
1 2 ( 2 7 )
1 8 ( 3 4 )
PLAY
DVD
OFF
SET
OFF
3
Press X/x to select “SET t,” then
press ENTER.
The “A-B REPEAT” setting display appears.
• A-B Repeat Play does not work for titles containing still pictures on a DVD-RW in VR mode.
• A-B Repeat Play does not work across multiple titles (“ORIGINAL” or “PLAY LIST”) on a
DVD-RW in VR mode.
A-B REPEAT
Set point A with
.
4
During playback, when you find the starting point (point A) of the portion to be played repeatedly, press ENTER.
The starting point (point A) is set.
A-B REPEAT
CHAPTER TIME
A: 18 – 1 : 32 : 55
5
When you reach the ending point
(point B), press ENTER again.
The set points are displayed and the player starts repeating this specific portion.
To return to normal play
Press CLEAR, or select “OFF” in step 2.
To turn off the Control Menu
Press DISPLAY/FILE repeatedly until the
Control Menu is turned off.
Notes
• When you set A-B Repeat Play, the settings for
Shuffle Play, Repeat Play, and Program Play are canceled.
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Searching for and Managing
Discs (Disc Explorer)
Displaying the Disc
Information
You can search for a disc by checking the contents of all the discs loaded in the player on your TV screen.
Loading the disc information
your discs as you like in the “A” to “D”
FOLDER
Press FOLDER.
The Disc Explorer displays the “ALL” folder.
Disc Explorer display
Disc slot number
Current folder is highlighted
Current disc
LOAD
Press LOAD when the player is in stop or standby mode.
The player reads the disc information of all the discs and loads it into memory so that the disc type, titles and other text information can be displayed.
ALL
1
DVD CD A
Super Car Chase
B
2
3
Skiing the World
Music Madness
4
5
C D
Action
DVD
CD
Action
DVD
CD
VIDEO CD
Jacket picture Genre
Disc type
Text information (DVD/
Super Audio CD/CD text, Disc Memo)
To cancel loading
Press x.
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Hint
The player can load the disc information even when the power is in standby mode. Press LOAD before turning on the player.
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Viewing information about the loaded discs
You can view the loaded discs using the Disc
Explorer.
The player has 7 folders (“ALL,” “DVD,”
“CD,” “A” to “D”) and can display the contents of each folder.
All of the discs in the player are filed in the
“ALL” folder. At the same time, DVDs are automatically filed in the “DVD” folder, and
Super Audio CDs, CDs, VIDEO CDs, DATA
CDs are filed in the “CD” folder. You can file
◆ Jacket picture
The jacket picture recorded on the disc appears automatically. If there is no picture,
you can capture one from the disc (page 52).
If there is no jacket picture and you have not captured one, the genre picture in the player’s memory is displayed if you select a genre.
◆ Text information (DVD/Super Audio CD/
CD text or Disc Memo)
The text information (DVD/Super Audio CD/
CD text) recorded on the disc appears automatically. If no text information is recorded, you can store the text information
(Disc Memo) yourself for DVDs or CDs
◆ Genre
You can select the genre of the disc yourself
◆ Disc type
The disc type, such as DVD, appears automatically. If the slot does not contain a disc, the disc type row is blank.“?” appears when the player has not loaded the disc information in its memory.
.
Notes
• Even if you have removed a disc from the player, the disc’s information remains in the Disc
Explorer until you load new disc information again by pressing LOAD or place a new disc in the same slot and play it.
• If you press FOLDER during playback of the CD layer of a Super Audio CD, the disc type appears as a CD
• While the VIDEO OFF indicator is lit, the Disc
Explorer does not appear even after FOLDER is pressed.
Searching for a disc on the Disc
Explorer
.–/>+
/ENTER dial
+100
1
Press FOLDER repeatedly to select the folder with the disc you want to play.
With each press, the folder indication in the Disc Explorer display changes as follows:
ALL t DVD t CD t A t B t C t D
2
Select the disc by one of the following operations.
• press
X/x
• after sliding the TV/DISC
EXPLORER/DVD switch to DISC
EXPLORER or DVD, press the number buttons and ENTER
• after sliding the TV/DISC
EXPLORER/DVD switch to DISC
EXPLORER or DVD, press DISC
SKIP +/–. To skip 100 disc slots ahead, press +100 on the player. Press ENTER to start playback.
• press DISC CHANGE on the player to turn the indicator on, followed by turning the .–/>+/ENTER dial on the player and then pressing it.
3
Press ENTER.
The Disc Explorer disappears and playback starts.
FOLDER
Number buttons
X / x
DISC CHANGE
TV/DISC
EXPLORER/
DVD switch
DISC SKIP
+/–
FOLDER
ENTER
O RETURN
To turn off the Disc Explorer
Press
O
RETURN.
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Hint
When you select the disc with the number buttons in step 2, you can use the numbers to jump through the
Disc Explorer display.
For example, you can press number button 6 and then press ENTER to view the Disc Explorer for disc slot numbers 6 to 10, then press 11 and ENTER to view the Disc Explorer for the next five disc slots
(numbers 11 to 15).
.
Notes
• If you press FOLDER during playback, playback stops and the Disc Explorer appears. In this case,
Resume Play is not available.
• If you load or try to play an empty slot, it appears as a blank in the Disc Explorer. You cannot select this slot.
• Even if the disc has a jacket picture recorded on it, the jacket picture may not appear on the Disc
Explorer.
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Capturing a scene for a jacket picture
You can capture your favorite scene in a disc to create a personal jacket picture. A personalized jacket picture will make spotting the disc in the Disc Explorer easier.
This function is available only if the disc does not contain a pre-recorded jacket picture.
TV/DISC
EXPLORER/
DVD switch
CLEAR
2
After sliding the TV/DISC EXPLORER/
DVD switch to DISC EXPLORER, press
TOP MENU/EDIT.
EDIT
appears in the bottom right corner.
3
Press
C/c
to highlight the disc number.
Highlight the disc number.
ALL
1
DVD CD A B
Super Car Chase
2
3
4
5
Skiing the World
Music Madness
C D
Action
DVD
Classical
CD
Action
DVD
CD
VIDEO CD
PICTURE
MEMORY
H
C / c
TOP MENU/
EDIT
1
Select a disc and play it (page 34, 35).
2
Slide the TV/DISC EXPLORER/DVD switch to DISC EXPLORER.
3
Press PICTURE MEMORY at your favorite scene.
The scene is captured as a still image, and is set as the jacket picture for the Disc
Explorer.
4
Press CLEAR.
The stored jacket picture is deleted.
To cancel the edit mode
Press
O
RETURN until
EDIT
disappears from the Disc Explorer.
If you press
O
RETURN again, the Disc
Explorer turns off.
To erase a stored jacket picture
1
Filing Discs in the Folder
(File Mode)
4
Press ENTER.
The disc to be filed (in this case, the disc in slot no.1) is selected.
To file more than one disc, repeat steps 3 and 4.
Selected disc
You can file your discs in four individual folders, “A” to “D.” Even if you file discs from folders “ALL,” “DVD,” or “CD” to folders “A” to “D,” those discs are not deleted from the “ALL,” “DVD,” or “CD” folders.
You can file up to 400 discs in one folder, and the same disc in different folders.
Note that you can set Program Play, Shuffle
Play and Repeat Play for discs within a single folder.
TV/DISC
EXPLORER/
DVD switch
FOLDER
ALL
1
DVD CD A B
Super Car Chase
2
C
Skiing the World
D
Action
DVD
Classical
CD
Action
DVD
3
4
Music Madness
CD
5
VIDEO CD
Cursor moves to the next disc.
5
Press FOLDER repeatedly to select the “A” folder.
6
Press DISPLAY/FILE.
FILE
disappears from the Disc
Explorer. Then the Disc Explorer for the
“A” folder containing the selected discs appears.
Filed disc
X / x
DISPLAY/
FILE
ENTER
O
RETURN
ALL
1
DVD CD A
Super Car Chase
B
3
Skiing the World
C D
Action
DVD
Action
DVD
For example, to file DVDs in the no.1 and no.3 slots to the “A” folder:
1
Press FOLDER.
The Disc Explorer appears.
2
Slide
the TV/DISC EXPLORER/DVD switch to DISC EXPLORER, then press
DISPLAY/FILE.
FILE
corner.
appears in the bottom right
3
Press
X/x
to select the disc (in this case, the disc in slot no.1).
To cancel the file mode
Press
O
RETURN.
To turn off the Disc Explorer, press
O
RETURN again.
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Hint
The discs are listed first by slot number in the Disc
Explorer. You can then sort the discs by desired
genre or text information and then store them (page
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Deleting discs from a folder
You can delete unnecessary discs from folders “A” to “D.” You cannot delete discs from folders “ALL,” “DVD,” or “CD” unless you remove the disc from the player.
1
Press FOLDER repeatedly to select the folder containing the disc you want to delete.
The Disc Explorer for the selected folder appears.
2
Slide the TV/DISC EXPLORER/DVD switch to DISC EXPLORER, then press
DISPLAY/FILE.
FILE
corner.
appears in the bottom right
3
Press
X/x
to select the disc.
4
Press ENTER.
The disc to be deleted is selected.
To delete other discs, repeat steps 3 and
4.
Selected disc
C ALL
2
DVD
4
CD A
Music Madness
B
11
23
D
CD
CD
CD
CD
To cancel the file mode
Press
O
RETURN.
To turn off the Disc Explorer, press
O
RETURN again.
Cursor moves to the next disc.
5
Press CLEAR.
The disc disappears from the folder, and
FILE
disappears from the Disc
Explorer.
ALL
2
DVD
4
CD A
Music Madness
B
23
C D
CD
CD
CD
Labeling Discs and
Folders
(Edit Mode)
You can label the disc with a personal title of
16 characters (Disc Memo) (when DVD/CD text is not recorded on the disc). You can also label the folders “A” to “D” with a title of 3 characters.
The Disc Memo can be anything you like, such as a title, musician’s name, category or date of purchase.
You can also assign a genre label to the disc.
This will help you keep your discs organized.
TV/DISC
EXPLORER/
DVD switch
CLEAR
FOLDER
.
/ >
◆ To label a disc
Select the disc on the Disc Explorer (for
EXPLORER/DVD switch to DISC
EXPLORER, press TOP MENU/EDIT.
The selected disc’s text only is highlighted and
EDIT
bottom right corner.
appears in the
ALL
2
DVD
4
CD A
Music Madness
B
23
C D
Classical
CD
CD
CD
C / X / x / c
TOP
MENU/EDIT
ENTER
O RETURN
◆ To label a folder
Press FOLDER. After sliding the TV/
DISC EXPLORER/DVD switch to DISC
EXPLORER, press TOP MENU/EDIT.
Then, press
X
. Select the folder you want to label by pressing
C/X/x/c
.
Select from here
ALL
2
DVD
4
CD A
Music Madness
B
23
C D
Classical
CD
CD
CD
Labeling a disc or folder
1
Select the disc or folder you want to label.
2
Press ENTER.
The “DISC MEMO INPUT” display appears when you have selected a disc.
The “FOLDER NAME INPUT” display appears when you have selected a folder.
DISC MEMO INPUT
3
Press C/X/x/c to select a character.
The selected character changes color.
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DISC MEMO INPUT
B
4
Press ENTER.
The selected character is input.
5
Repeat steps 3 and 4 to input other characters.
6
When you have entered all of the characters for the Disc Memo or folder name, press TOP MENU/EDIT.
The “DISC MEMO INPUT” display or the “FOLDER NAME INPUT” display disappears and the Disc Memo or folder name is stored.
The entered Disc Memo
ALL
2
DVD CD A B
BRAHMS SYMPHONY4
C
4
Music Madness
23
D
Classical
CD
CD
CD
2
Press
C/X/x/c to select the correct character.
3
Perform the following.
◆ To insert the character
Press ENTER.
◆ To overwrite the character
Press
>
or
.
and move the cursor.
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Hint
To display disc information on a hybrid Super
Audio CD (page 101), play the disc once and press
FOLDER.
Notes
• You can label up to 400 discs. When you store the
40lst disc in memory, the data for the lst disc is erased.
• You cannot enter Disc Memo on Super Audio
CDs (including hybrid discs). However, HD layers on most Super Audio CDs contain text information that you can display using the Disc
Explorer. See the hint above.
Labeling a disc or folder using a keyboard
To label the disc or folder, you can use a USA model IBM compatible PC keyboard* (not supplied).
* Power consumption must be 120mA or less.
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To cancel the edit mode
Press
O
RETURN until
EDIT
disappears from the Disc Explorer.
If you press
O
RETURN again, the Disc
Explorer turns off.
To erase a character
1
In step 3 of “Labeling a disc or folder”
.
or
>
to move the cursor to the character you want to erase.
2
Press CLEAR.
To insert or overwrite a character
1
In step 3 of “Labeling a disc or folder”
.
or
>
to move the cursor to the insertion point or the character you want to correct.
KEYBOARD jack
1
Connect a keyboard to the KEYBOARD jack on the front panel when the player is in standby mode.
2
Press [/1 to turn on the player.
3
Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Labeling a disc or folder” (page 55).
4
Input the characters on the keyboard.
5
Press ENTER on the keyboard to store the Disc Memo or folder name.
The Disc Memo or folder name is stored.
To turn off the Disc Explorer
Press ORETURN.
Notes
• If the cursor keys do not work correctly and you cannot complete the task using the keyboard, disconnect the keyboard. Then, reconnect it to the player and try again.
• If the keyboard is not a USA model, the characters may be input differently from those on the keys.
The USA keyboard layout is shown below.
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Z X C V B N M < > ?
Shift Shift
Ctrl Alt Alt Ctrl
2
Slide the TV/DISC EXPLORER/DVD switch to DISC EXPLORER, then press
TOP MENU/EDIT.
The selected disc’s text only is highlighted and
EDIT
bottom right corner.
appears in the
3
Press c to highlight the genre row,
then press ENTER.
The “GENRE SELECTION” display appears.
GENRE SELECTION
A c t i o n
D r a m a
N o n F e a t u r e
W e s t e r n
C l a s s i c a l
P o p
C l a s s i c s
F a m i l y
S c i - f i
C o u n t r y
R o c k
C o m e d y
H o r r o r
T h r i l l e r
J a z z / R & B
O t h e r s
Selecting a genre
You can assign a genre to your disc.
TV/DISC
EXPLORER/
DVD switch
4
Press C/X/x/c to select the genre,
then press ENTER.
The genre for the selected disc is stored in memory. If no jacket picture is recorded in the disc, or if you do not have a scene captured from that disc as a jacket picture
(page 52), the genre picture in the
memory of the player is displayed.
Selected genre
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1
DVD
2
CD A
Skiing the World
B
3
Music Madness
4
5
C D
Classical
CD
Action
DVD
CD
VIDEO CD
VIDEO CD
C / X / x / c
TOP
MENU/EDIT
ENTER
O RETURN
1
Select the disc on the Disc Explorer
(steps 1 and 2 of “Searching for a disc on the Disc Explorer” (page 51) ).
To cancel the edit mode
Press
O
RETURN until
EDIT
disappears from the Disc Explorer.
If you press
O
RETURN again, the Disc
Explorer turns off.
Notes
• The genre setting remains in the player’s memory even after the disc in the slot is changed. To reassign a new genre setting, repeat the steps above.
• The genre setting is cleared when the disc is removed and the slot becomes empty.
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Sorting Discs
(Sort Mode)
You can sort the discs in the folder by the disc slot number, text information (DVD/Super
Audio CD/CD TEXT or Disc Memo) or genre.
The text information is sorted alphabetically.
TV/DISC
EXPLORER/
DVD switch
ALL
1
2
DVD CD A B
Super Car Chase
MONACO
C
BRAHMS SYMPHONY4
3
Skiing the World
4
Music Madness
5
Selected disc
D
Action
DVD
Classical
CD
Action
DVD
CD
VIDEO CD
Sorting item indicator (green)
FOLDER
4
Press
C/X/x/c
to select the item you want to sort.
You can select the disc number, text information or genre. You can also sort the text information by the text in the second line.
Select the sorting item from among here.
C
/
X
/ x
/ c ENTER
O RETURN
MENU/
SORT
1
Press FOLDER repeatedly to select the folder you want to sort.
The Disc Explorer for the selected folder appears.
2
If you want to sort by text information or genre, select the disc which has the desired text information or genre by pressing
X/x
.
3
Slide the TV/DISC EXPLORER/DVD switch to DISC EXPLORER, then press MENU/SORT.
The selected disc only is highlighted and
SORT
appears in the bottom right corner.
ALL
1
2
DVD CD A B
Super Car Chase
MONACO
C
BRAHMS SYMPHONY4
3
Skiing the World
4
Music Madness
5
D
Action
DVD
Classical
CD
Action
DVD
CD
VIDEO CD
Sorting item indicator position when you sort by genre
5
Press ENTER.
SORT
disappears from the Disc
Explorer.
Then the discs are sorted and redisplayed. The sorted order is saved even if the power of the player is turned off.
ALL
1
3
DVD CD A B
Super Car Chase
MONACO
Skiing the World
198
Highway Touring
2
BRAHMS SYMPHONY4
C
4
Music Madness
D
Action
DVD
Action
DVD
Action
DVD
Classical
CD
CD
To cancel the sort mode
Press
O
RETURN. the Disc Explorer.
If you press
O
RETURN again, the Disc
Explorer turns off.
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Hint
The discs in the same genre are sorted by numerial order according to the disc slot number.
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Searching for a Scene
Searching for a
Particular Point on a
Disc
(Search, Scan, Slow-motion
Play, Freeze Frame)
You can quickly locate a particular point on a disc by monitoring the picture or playing back slowly.
Locating a point quickly by playing a disc in fast forward or fast reverse (Scan)
Press while playing a disc. When you find the point you want, press
H to return to normal speed.
Each time you press m or M during scan, the playback speed changes.
With each press the indication changes as shown below. Actual speeds may differ with some discs.
Playback direction
×
2 B t FF1 M t FF2 M t FF3 M c
C
H m
M
FF3 M (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW/VIDEO CD only)
×
2 B (DVD VIDEO/Super Audio CD/CD only)
Opposite direction
×
2 b t FR1 m t FR2 m t FR3 m
Note
Depending on the DVD/VIDEO CD, you may not be able to do some of the operations described.
Locating a point quickly (Search)
During playback, keep pressing
C to locate a point in the playback direction or keep pressing c to locate a point in the opposite direction. When you find the point you want, release the button to return to normal playback speed.
FR3 m (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW/
VIDEO CD only)
×
2 b (DVD VIDEO only)
The “
×
2B”/“
×
2b” playback speed is about twice the normal speed. The “FF3M”/
“FR3m” playback speed is faster than
“FF2M”/“FR2m,” and the “FF2M”/
“FR2m” playback speed is faster than
“FF1M”/“FR1m.”
Watching frame by frame (Slowmotion play)
Press when the player is in pause mode. To return to the normal speed, press H.
Each time you press m or M during Slow-motion play, the playback speed changes. Two speeds are available. With each press the indication changes as follows:
Playback direction
Opposite direction (DVD only)
SLOW2 y SLOW1
Searching for a Title/
Chapter/Track/Scene, etc.
speed is slower than “SLOW1 y”/“SLOW1
.”
Playing one frame at a time
(Freeze Frame)
When the player is in the pause mode, press
C to go to the next frame. Press c to go to the preceding frame (DVD only). If you hold the button down, you can view the frames in succession. To return to normal playback, press H.
You can search a DVD by title or by chapter, and you can search a VIDEO CD/Super
Audio CD/CD by track, index, or scene. As titles and tracks are assigned unique numbers on the disc, you can select the desired one by entering its number. Or, you can search for a scene using the time code.
Number buttons
CLEAR
ENTER
X / x
DISPLAY/
FILE
1
Select a disc (page 35).
2
Press DISPLAY/FILE during playback.
The Control Menu appears.
3
Press
X/x
to select the search method.
◆ When playing a DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW
DISC
TITLE
CHAPTER
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Select “TIME/TEXT” to search for a starting point by inputting the time code.
◆ When playing a VIDEO CD without PBC
Playback
DISC
TRACK
INDEX
◆ When playing a VIDEO CD with PBC
Playback
DISC
SCENE
INDEX
◆ When playing a Super Audio CD/CD
DISC
TRACK
INDEX
◆ When playing a DATA CD (MP3 audio)
DISC
ALBUM
TRACK
Example: when you select
(CHAPTER)
“
**
(
**
)” is selected ( number).
**
refers to a
The number in parentheses indicates the total number of titles, tracks, indexes, scenes, etc. of the disc.
1 2 3
1 2 ( 2 7 )
ALL
1 8 ( 3 4 )
T 1 : 3 2 : 5 5
PLAY
DVD
Selected item
4
Press ENTER.
“
**
(
**
)” changes to “-(
**
).”
1 2 3
1 2 ( 2 7 )
ALL
- - ( 3 4 )
T 1 : 3 2 : 5 5
PLAY
DVD
5
Press X/x or the number buttons
to select the title, chapter, track, index, or scene number you want to search.
If you make a mistake
Cancel the number by pressing CLEAR, then select another number.
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Press ENTER.
The player starts playback from the selected number.
To search for a scene using the time code
(DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW only)
1
In step 2, select TIME/TEXT.
“T **:**:**” (playing time of the current title) is selected.
2
Press ENTER.
“T **:**:**” changes to “T --:--:--.”
3
Input the time code using the number buttons, then press ENTER.
For example, to find the scene at 2 hours,
10 minutes, and 20 seconds after the beginning, just enter “2:10:20.”
To turn off the display
Press DISPLAY/FILE repeatedly until the display is turned off.
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Hints
• You can display the first scene of titles, chapters or tracks recorded on the disc on a screen divided into 9 sections. You can start playback directly by selecting one of the scenes. For details, see
• You can search for a chapter (DVD VIDEO/
DVD-RW only) or track (Super Audio CD/CD/
DATA CD only) by pressing the number buttons and ENTER.
Notes
• You cannot search for a still picture on a DVD-
RW in VR mode.
• You cannot search for a scene on a DVD+RW using the time code.
• The title, chapter or track number displayed is the same number recorded on the disc.
Searching by Scene
(PICTURE NAVIGATION)
You can divide the screen into 9 subscreens and quickly find a desired scene.
PICTURE
NAVI
C / X / x / c ENTER
O RETURN
1
Press PICTURE NAVI during playback.
The following display appears.
CHAPTER VIEWER ENTER
2
Press PICTURE NAVI repeatedly to select an item.
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Press ENTER.
The following display appears.
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4
2
5
3
6
7 8 9
4
Press C/X/x/c to select a title,
chapter, or track, and press
ENTER.
Playback starts.
To return to normal play
Press O RETURN.
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Hints
• If there are more than 9 titles, chapters, or tracks,
V is displayed at the bottom right of the screen.
To display the additional titles, chapters, or tracks, select the bottom right scene (located at box 9) and press x. To return to the previous scene, select the top left scene (located at box 1) and press
X.
• You can also select “PICTURE NAVIGATION”
from the Control Menu (page 14).
Notes
• Depending on the disc, you may not be able to select some items.
• The sound is muted when using this function.
Viewing Information About the
Disc
Checking the Playing
Time and Remaining
Time
You can check the playing time and remaining time of the current title, chapter, or track. Also, you can check the DVD/Super
Audio CD/CD text or track name (MP3 audio) recorded on the disc.
TIME/
TEXT
◆ When playing a DVD VIDEO or DVD-
RW
• T
*
:
*
:
*
(hours: minutes: seconds)
Playing time of the current title
• T–
*
:
*
:
*
Remaining time of the current title
• C
*
:
*
:
*
Playing time of the current chapter
• C–
*
:
*
:
*
Remaining time of the current chapter
•
◆ When playing a VIDEO CD (with PBC
functions)
*
:
*
(minutes: seconds)
Playing time of the current scene
◆ When playing a VIDEO CD (without
PBC functions), Super Audio CD, or CD
• T
*
:
*
(minutes: seconds)
Playing time of the current track
• T–
*
:
*
Remaining time of the current track
• D
*
:
*
Playing time of the current disc
• D –
*
:
*
Remaining time of the current disc
◆ When playing a DATA CD (MP3 audio)
• T
*
:
*
(minutes: seconds)
Playing time of the current track
1
Press TIME/TEXT during playback.
The following display appears.
T 1:01:57 PLAY
Time information
2
Press TIME/TEXT repeatedly to change the time information.
The available time information depends upon the type of disc you are playing.
To check the DISC MEMO, DVD/Super
Audio CD/CD text, or track/album names
(MP3 audio)
Press TIME/TEXT repeatedly in step 2 to display the Disc MEMO or text recorded on the DVD VIDEO/Super Audio CD/CD/
DATA CD.
The DVD/Super Audio CD/CD text appears only when text is recorded in the disc. You cannot change the text. If the disc does not contain text, “NO TEXT” appears. In this case, you can label the disc if it is a DVD or
BRAHMS SYMPHONY
For DATA CDs, the track and album names
of the MP3 audio track appears (page 68).
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Hint
You can also check the DVD/Super Audio CD/CD
text using the Disc Explorer (page 50).
Checking the information on the front panel display
You can view the time information and text on the front panel display as well as on the TV screen. The information on the front panel display changes as follows when you change the time information on your TV screen.
When playing a DVD VIDEO or DVD-RW
Title playing time and current disc, title and chapter number
When playing a VIDEO CD (without PBC functions), Super Audio CD, or CD
Track playing time and current disc, track and index number
Remaining time of the current track
Playing time of the disc
Remaining time of the current title
Remaining time of the disc
Playing time and number of the current chapter
Text
Remaining time of the current chapter
When playing a DATA CD (MP3 audio)
Track playing time and current disc, album and track number
Text
Track name
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Hints
• When playing VIDEO CDs with PBC functions, the disc number, scene number and the playing time are displayed.
• Long text that does not fit in a single line will scroll across the front panel display.
• You can also check the time information and text by pressing the TIME/TEXT button on the player.
• You can also check the time information and text
using the Control Menu (page 15).
Notes
• Depending on the type of disc being played, the
DVD/Super Audio CD/CD text or track name may not be displayed.
• The player can only display the first level of the
DVD/Super Audio CD/CD text, such as the disc name or title.
• Playing time of MP3 audio tracks may not be displayed correctly.
Checking the Play
Information
You can check information during playback, such as the correct bit rate or the disc layer.
TIME/
TEXT
X/x
DISPLAY/
FILE
ENTER
Checking the play information of a DVD (ADVANCED)
1
Press DISPLAY/FILE during playback.
The Control Menu appears.
2
Press X/x to select
(ADVANCED), then press ENTER.
The options for “ADVANCED” appear.
1 2 3
ALL
1 2 ( 2 7 )
1 8 ( 3 4 )
T 1 : 3 2 : 5 5
OFF
BIT RATE
LAYER
BIT RATE
PLAY
DVD
BIT RATE
0 5
384 kbps
10
Mbps
3
Press X/x to select an item.
For details on each item, see “Displays of each item” below.
• BIT RATE : displays the bit rate.
• LAYER : displays the layer and the pick-up point.
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Press ENTER.
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To close the ADVANCED display
Select “OFF” in step 3.
To turn off the Control Menu
Press DISPLAY/FILE repeatedly until the
Control Menu is turned off.
Displays of each item
By pressing DISPLAY/FILE repeatedly, you can display either “BIT RATE” or “LAYER,” whichever was selected in “ADVANCED.”
◆BIT RATE
BIT RATE
0 5
384 kbps
10
Mbps
Audio
Video
Bit rate refers to the amount of video/audio data per second in a disc. While playing a disc, an approximate bit rate of the playback picture is displayed as Mbps (Mega bit per second) and the audio as kbps (kilo bit per second). The higher the bit rate, the larger the amount of data. However, this does not always mean that you can get higher quality pictures or sounds.
◆LAYER
Appears when the DVD has dual layers
Checking the play information of a DATA CD
By pressing TIME/TEXT while playing an
MP3 audio track on a DATA CD, you can display the audio bit rate (the amount of data per second of the current audio) on your TV screen.
Bit rate
T 17:30 128k PLAY
JAZZ
RIVER SIDE
Album name
Track name
Indicates the approximate point where the disc is playing.
If it is a dual-layer DVD, the player indicates which layer is being read (“Layer 0” or
“Layer 1”).
For details on the layers, see page 101 (DVD
VIDEO).
Sound Adjustments
Changing the Sound
When playing a DVD recorded in multiple audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital, or DTS), you can change the audio format. If the DVD is recorded with multilingual tracks, you can also change the language.
With CDs, DATA CDs, or VIDEO CDs, you can select the sound from the right or left channel and listen to the sound of the selected channel through both the right and left speakers. For example, when playing a disc containing a song with the vocals on the right channel and the instruments on the left channel, you can hear the instruments from both speakers by selecting the left channel.
2
Press AUDIO repeatedly to select the desired audio signal.
◆ When playing a DVD VIDEO
Depending on the DVD VIDEO, the choice of language varies.
When 4 digits are displayed, they
indicate a language code. See “Language
Code List” for the language the code represents (page 105). When the same
language is displayed two or more times, the DVD VIDEO is recorded in multiple audio formats.
◆ When playing a DVD-RW
The types of sound tracks recorded on a disc are displayed. The default setting is underlined.
Example:
• 1: MAIN (main sound)
• 1: SUB (sub sound)
• 1: MAIN+SUB (main and sub sound)
◆ When playing a VIDEO CD, CD, or
DATA CD (MP3 audio)
The default setting is underlined.
• STEREO: The standard stereo sound
• 1/L: The sound of the left channel
(monaural)
• 2/R: The sound of the right channel
(monaural)
AUDIO
X/x
DISPLAY/
FILE
1
Press AUDIO during playback.
The following display appears.
1:ENGLISH z
Hints
You can also select “AUDIO” from the Control
Notes
• You cannot change the sound for Super Audio
CDs.
• Some DVDs prohibit changing sounds during playback. In this case, change the sounds using
Displaying the disc’s audio information
Press DISPLAY/FILE during playback to display the Control Menu. Select “AUDIO” using
X/x. The channels being played are displayed on the screen.
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For example, in Dolby Digital format, multiple signals ranging from monaural to 5.1 channel signals can be recorded on a DVD
VIDEO. Depending on the DVD VIDEO, the number of the recorded channels may differ.
Current audio format *
1 2 3
ALL
1 2 ( 2 7 )
1 8 ( 3 4 )
T 1 : 3 2 : 5 5
1: ENGLISH
PLAY
DVD
PROGRAM FORMAT
DOLBY DIGITAL 3/2.1
L C
LFE
R
LS RS
Currently playing program format **
* “PCM,” “DTS,” or “DOLBY DIGITAL” is displayed.
The channels in the currently selected track are displayed by numbers as follows:
For Dolby Digital 5.1 ch:
Rear component 2
SURROUND Mode
Settings
You can enjoy surround sounds while playing discs, including Dolby Digital and DTS
DVDs, even if you have only 2 or 4 speakers.
Select the surround mode that best suits your speaker setup.
SUR
DOLBY DIGITAL 3 / 2 .
1
Front component 2 +
Center component 1
LFE (Low
Frequency
Effect) component 1
**The letters in the program format display indicate the following sound components:
L: Front (left)
R: Front (right)
C: Center
LS: Rear (left)
RS: Rear (right)
S: Rear (monaural): The rear component of the Dolby
Surround processed signal and the Dolby Digital signal
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Hint
When playing Dolby Digital and DTS sound tracks,
“LFE” is enclosed in a dotted line when the LFE signal is not being output.
1
Press SUR during playback.
The following display appears.
TVS DYNAMIC
2
Press SUR repeatedly to select one of the surround modes.
See the following explanations given for each item.
◆ For 2 speaker setups
• TVS DYNAMIC
• TVS WIDE
• TVS NIGHT
• TVS STANDARD
◆ For 4 to 6 speaker setups
(If you select “NONE” in the setting of
“REAR” in “SPEAKER SETUP” (page
94), you cannot select these modes.)
• NORMAL SURROUND
• ENHANCED SURROUND
• VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT
• VIRTUAL MULTI REAR
• VIRTUAL MULTI DIMENSION
TV
To cancel the setting
Select “OFF” in step 2.
For 2 speaker setups
When you connect a stereo TV or 2 front speakers, TVS (TV Virtual Surround) lets you enjoy surround sound effects by using sound imaging to create virtual rear speakers from the sound of the front speakers (L: left,
R: right) without using actual rear speakers.
TVS was developed by Sony to produce surround sound for home use using just a stereo TV.
If the player is set up to output the signal from the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or
COAXIAL) jack, the surround effect will be heard only when “DOLBY DIGITAL” and
“DTS” are set to “D-PCM” in “AUDIO
◆TVS DYNAMIC
Creates one set of virtual rear speakers from the sound of the actual front speakers (L, R) as shown below.
This mode is effective when the distance between the front L and R speakers is short, such as with built-in speakers on a stereo TV.
TV
◆TVS NIGHT
Large sounds, such as explosions, are suppressed, but quieter sounds are unaffected. This feature is useful when you want to hear the dialog and enjoy the surround sound effects of “TVS WIDE” at low volume.
◆TVS STANDARD
Creates three sets of virtual rear speakers from the sound of the actual front speakers
(L, R) as shown below. This mode is effective when you use 2 separate front speakers.
L R
L : Front speaker (left)
R : Front speaker (right)
: Virtual speaker
◆TVS WIDE
Creates five sets of virtual rear speakers from the sound of the actual front speakers (L, R) as shown below.
This mode is effective when the distance between the front L and R speakers is short, such as with built-in speakers on a stereo TV.
For 4 to 6 speaker setups
You can enjoy the following surround effects by using the 2 front speakers and 2 rear speakers.
Connect the player to the amplifier (receiver) with the
D-1
You can experience Dolby Surround (Pro
Logic) sounds or Digital Cinema Sound
(DCS). DCS uses sound imaging to shift the sound of the rear speakers away from the actual speaker position or create entire sets of virtual rear speakers from one set of actual rear speakers. “VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT,”
“VIRTUAL MULTI REAR,” and
“VIRTUAL MULTI DIMENSION” make use of this technology.
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◆NORMAL SURROUND
Software with 2 channel audio signals is decoded with the Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) decoder to create surround effects. The rear speakers will emit identical monaural sounds.
If you are using a center speaker, the appropriate sounds for the center speaker will be delivered.
L R
◆VIRTUAL MULTI REAR
Creates an array of virtual rear speakers from a single set of actual rear speakers.
The position of the virtual rear speakers differs according to “REAR” or “SIDE”
settng of the rear speakers (page 95).
REAR
L R
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SIDE
L
LS RS
R
LS RS
◆ENHANCED SURROUND
Provides a greater sense of presence from a
Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) source with a monaural rear channel signal. Produces a stereo like effect in the rear channels.
◆VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT
Shifts the sound of the rear speakers away from the actual speaker position.
The shift position differs according to
“REAR” or “SIDE” setting of the rear
REAR
L R
LS RS
◆VIRTUAL MULTI DIMENSION
Creates an array of virtual rear speaker positions higher than the listener from a single set of actual rear speakers.
This mode creates five sets of virtual speakers surrounding the listener at approximately 30º of elevation. The effect differs according to
“REAR” or “SIDE” setting of the rear
REAR
L R
SIDE
L
LS RS
R
LS RS
SIDE
L
LS RS
R
LS RS
L : Front speaker (left)
R : Front speaker (right)
LS: Rear speaker (left)
RS: Rear speaker (right)
: Virtual speaker z
Hints
• You can select “SURROUND” by pressing the
SURROUND button on the player.
• You can also select “SURROUND” from the
Notes
• To enjoy the multichannel audio through the
5.1CH OUTPUT jacks, correctly set each speaker
position and distance (page 94).
• When the playing signal does not contain a signal for the rear speakers, it may be difficult to hear the surround effect.
• When you select one of the TVS modes, the player does not output the sound of center speaker.
• When you select one of the surround modes, turn off the surround setting of the connected TV or amplifier (receiver)
• Make sure that your listening position is between and at an equal distance from your speakers, and that the speakers are located in similar surroundings.
• Not all discs will respond to the “TVS NIGHT” function in the same way.
• If you use the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or
COAXIAL) jack and set “DOLBY DIGITAL” to
“DOLBY DIGITAL” and “DTS” to “DTS” in
“AUDIO SETUP,” sound will come from your speakers but it will not have the SURROUND effect.
• If the player is set up to output the signal from the
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack, the TVS effect will not be heard when you play a
CD.
• “TVS NIGHT” can only be used for Dolby digital discs.
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Enjoying Movies
Changing the Angles
If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on the DVD VIDEO, “ANGLE” appears in the front panel display. This means that you can change the viewing angle.
Note
Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may not be able to change the angles even if multi-angles are recorded on the disc.
ANGLE
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1
Press ANGLE during playback.
The number of the angle appears on the display.
2
2
Press ANGLE repeatedly to select the angle number.
The scene changes to the selected angle.
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Hint
You can also select “ANGLE” from the Control
Displaying the Subtitles
If subtitles are recorded on the discs, you can change the subtitles or turn them on and off whenever you want while playing a DVD.
To turn off the subtitles
Select “OFF” in step 2.
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Hint
You can also select “SUBTITLE” from the Control
Note
Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may not be able to change the subtitles even if multilingual subtitles are recorded on it. You also may not be able to turn them off.
SUBTITLE
1
Press SUBTITLE during playback.
The following display appears.
1:ENGLISH
2
Press SUBTITLE repeatedly to select the language.
◆ When playing a DVD VIDEO
Select the language.
Depending on the DVD VIDEO, the choice of language varies.
When 4 digits are displayed, they
indicate a language code. See “Language
Code List” for the language the code represents (page 105).
◆ When playing a DVD-RW
Select “ON.”
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Adjusting the Picture
(VIDEO CONTROL)
You can adjust the video signal of a DVD or
VIDEO CD from the player to obtain the picture quality you want.
Choose the preset Video Control setting that best suits the program you are watching, or select “MEMORY” to adjust individual picture items, such as color, brightness, etc.
This creates a fixed set of picture item adjustments for the disc.
As long as “PLAYBACK MEMORY” in
“CUSTOM SETUP” is set to “ON” (default), the Video Control settings for up to 400 discs remain in the player’s memory, and will be automatically applied whenever you play the same disc. When you store a Video Control setting for the 401st disc, the setting for the
1st disc is canceled.
VIDEO
CONTROL
.
/ >
C / X / x / c
ENTER
O RETURN
1
Press VIDEO CONTROL during playback.
The following display appears.
DYNAMIC 1
2
Press VIDEO CONTROL repeatedly to select the setting you want.
The default setting is underlined.
• STANDARD: Displays a standard picture.
• DYNAMIC 1: Produces a bold dynamic picture by increasing the picture contrast and the color intensity.
• DYNAMIC 2: Produces a more dynamic picture than DYNAMIC 1 by further increasing the picture contrast and the color intensity.
• CINEMA 1: Enhances details in dark areas by increasing the black level.
• CINEMA 2: White colors become brighter and black colors become richer, and the color contrast is increased.
• MEMORY: Adjusts the picture in greater detail.
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Hints
• When you watch a movie, “CINEMA 1” or
“CINEMA 2” is recommended.
• You can also select “VIDEO CONTROL” from
Adjusting the picture items in
“MEMORY”
You can adjust each element of the picture qualities individually.
• DVE (digital video enhancer):
Sharpens or softens the outlines of the images. “SOFT” is available only for
DVDs.
• BNR (block noise reduction):
Reduces “block noise” or mosaic-like patterns in the picture.
• Y NR (luminance noise reduction):
Reduces noise contained in the luminance element of the video signal.
• C NR (chroma noise reduction):
Reduces noise contained in the color element of the video signal.
• CHROMA DELAY:
Adjusts colors that appear to have shifted horizontally.
• AV ALIGNMENT:
Adjusts delay between the picture and sound.
• PROGRESSIVE 1:
Sets a threshold at which the player determines the progressive conversion method.
When “COMPONENT OUT” in “SCREEN
SETUP” is set to “PROGRESSIVE,” the player automatically detects whether the software is video based or film based, and converts the video signals according to the corresponding progressive conversion method. When the set point is closer to
“VIDEO,” the video based software conversion method is more likely to be selected; when closer to “FILM,” the film based conversion method is the likely choice. When set specifically to “VIDEO,” the video based software conversion method will be always applied regardless of the software type.
See “Glossary” for details about the video based software and film based software
• PROGRESSIVE 2:
Adjusts the progressive video signals processed according to the video based software conversion method. Set closer to
“STILL” for software containing static pictures such as scenery. Or, set closer to
“MOVE” for software containing dynamic moving pictures such as a car chase.
• PICTURE:
Changes the contrast.
• BRIGHTNESS:
Changes the overall brightness.
• COLOR:
Makes the colors deeper or lighter.
• HUE:
Changes the color balance.
• GAMMA:
Adjusts the brightness of selected areas. See
“Adjusting the brightness of selected areas
(Gamma Correction)” for details (page 78).
1
Press VIDEO CONTROL repeatedly to select “MEMORY,” then press ENTER.
The “DVE” adjustment bar appears.
C 0 1 : 3 2 : 5 5
2
Press C/c to adjust the outline, then
press ENTER.
The adjustment is saved, and the “BNR” adjustment bar appears.
3
Repeat step 2 to adjust “BNR” and other items such as “Y NR,” and “C
NR.”
4
When you reach the “GAMMA”
adjustment bar, press x.
Video Control display 1 appears. To go to
Video Control display 2, press x again.
You can check all adjustments other than
“GAMMA.”
Video Control display 1
DVE
BNR
Y NR
C NR
CHROMA DELAY
AV ALIGNMENT
OFF 1 2 3 SOFT
OFF 1 2 3
OFF
OFF
0 1 2
120ms
Video Control display 2
PROGRESSIVE1
PROGRESSIVE2
PICTURE
BRIGHTNESS
COLOR
HUE
FILM
STILL
VIDEO
MOVE
- 4
0
0
0
0
0
RESET
To turn off the display
Press O RETURN.
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Hints
• To reset the picture items to the default values, press c after step 4 to select “RESET” in Video
Control display 2 and press ENTER.
• You can skip the adjustment without saving by pressing X/x in step 2.
• Video based software, such as TV dramas, animation, and live music software are more adequately processed under the video based conversion method. Film based software such as movies are better processed under the film based conversion method.
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Notes
• If the outlines of images on your screen become blurred, set “BNR” to “OFF.”
• Depending on the disc or the scene being played, the “BNR,” “Y NR,” or “C NR” effect may be hard to discern.
• Depending on the disc or the scene being played, noise found in the disc may become more apparent. If this happens, it is recommended that you use the BNR function with the DVE function.
If the condition still does not improve, reduce the
DVE level, or select “SOFT” (DVD only).
• Some DVDs contain both video based and film based sections. For example, a DVD may contain a movie taken on film, and a “Making of” sequence taken on video.
• If the progressive format image becomes unclear or unnatural when “MEMORY” is set to
“PROGRESSIVE 1” or “PROGRESSIVE 2,” try viewing with “PROGRESSIVE 1” set to
“VIDEO.” If this does not improve the picture, view the images in Interlace format through the
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (page 90), or
switch to another jack.
Adjusting the brightness of selected areas (Gamma
Correction)
Depending on your TV or viewing environment, images on the screen may lose definition when a certain area of the image is so light that it appears washed out, or so dark that it blends into the surrounding dark areas.
By correcting the Gamma value, you can adjust the brightness of selected areas to get a clearer image. While the “BRIGHTNESS” adjustment controls the brightness of the entire image, the “GAMMA” adjustment is useful when only some portions of the image need adjusting.
Example: You are watching a movie that is rich in shadows and you want to see the hidden details of the scenery.
If you use the “BRIGHTNESS” adjustment, the entire image will become brighter, losing definition in the areas that were initially bright. The “GAMMA” adjustment enables you to select the dark part and gradually increase its brightness without sacrificing the overall definition.
1
After step 3 of “Adjusting the picture
items in MEMORY,” press X/x to
display the “GAMMA” adjustment bar,
and press ENTER or c.
The “GAMMA” adjustment display appears.
0%
1: ENGLISH
1: ENGLISH
2: FRENCH
3: SPANISH
100
RESET
32
64
96
128
160
192
224
Current Gamma setup value
2
Press X/x to select areas of an image.
The upper region adjusts the dark areas and the lower region adjusts the light areas.
Dark areas
Selected areas of an image
Light areas
0%
1: ENGLISH
1: ENGLISH
2: FRENCH
3: SPANISH
100
RESET
32
64
96
128
160
192
224
3
Press C/c to adjust the brightness
level of the area that you selected.
C decreases the level (darkens the area), and c increases the level (lightens the area). The level can be adjusted between
16 and 235. The level for the dark areas can never be greater than the light areas.
0%
1: ENGLISH
1: ENGLISH
2: FRENCH
3: SPANISH
100
RESET
32
64
120
128
160
192
224
Gamma value and the position of the bar change in accordance with your adjustment
Darken Lighten
4
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust the brightness level of other areas that you select.
Try to keep the line that connects the brightness level of each area as smooth and straight as possible, as shown below.
How to lighten the dark areas of an image
How to darken the light areas of an image
0% 0%
1: ENGLISH
1: ENGLISH
2: FRENCH
3: SPANISH
100
RESET
58
89
94
128
160
192
224
1: ENGLISH
1: ENGLISH
2: FRENCH
3: SPANISH
100
RESET
35
64
105
128
150
159
174
To prevent the image from appearing overly altered, do not give the line any sharp changes. Gradually make the adjustments while viewing the image on your TV screen.
Press O RETURN to stop making adjustments to the image.
5
Press ENTER.
The “GAMMA” adjustment bar appears and the adjusted gamma values are stored in memory.
To reset only the gamma value to the default setting
Select “RESET” in the “GAMMA” adjustment display by pressing X/x, and press ENTER twice.
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Hint
You can move the gamma adjustment display horizontally by pressing ./>.
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Using Various Additional
Functions
Locking Discs
(CUSTOM
PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL
CONTROL)
You can set two kinds of playback restrictions for the desired disc.
• Custom Parental Control
You can set playback restrictions so that the player will not play inappropriate discs.
• Parental Control
Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be limited according to a predetermined level such as the age of the users. Scenes may be blocked or replaced with different scenes.
The same password is used for both Parental
Control and Custom Parental Control.
Custom Parental Control
You can set the same Custom Parental
Control password for up to 400 discs. When you set the 401st disc, the first disc is canceled.
2
Press DISPLAY/FILE while the player is in stop mode.
The Control Menu appears.
3
Press X/x to select
(PARENTAL CONTROL), then press
ENTER.
The options for “PARENTAL
CONTROL” appear.
1 2 3
1 2 ( 2 7 )
ALL
1 8 ( 3 4 )
T 1 : 3 2 : 5 5
STOP
DVD
ON
PLAYER
PASSWORD
OFF
4
Press X/x to select “ON t,” then
press ENTER.
◆ If you have not entered a password
The display for registering a new password appears.
PARENTAL CONTROL
Enter a new 4-digit password, then press
.
Number buttons
Enter a 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER.
The display for confirming the password appears.
◆ When you have already registered a
password
The display for entering the password appears.
X/x
DISPLAY/
FILE
ENTER
PARENTAL CONTROL
Enter password, then press .
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1
Select a disc you want to lock (page
If the disc is playing, press x to stop playback.
5
Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press
ENTER.
“Custom parental control is set.” appears and the screen returns to the Control
Menu.
To turn off the Custom Parental Control function
1
Follow steps 1 to 3 of “Custom Parental
2
Press X/x to select “OFF t,” then press
ENTER.
3
Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER.
To play a disc for which Custom Parental
Control is set
1
Select the disc for which Custom Parental
Control is set.
The “CUSTOM PARENTAL
CONTROL” display appears.
Parental Control (limited playback)
Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be limited according to a predetermined level such as the age of the users. The
“PARENTAL CONTROL” function allows you to set a playback limitation level.
Number buttons
CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL
Custom parental control is already set. To play, enter your password and press
.
2
Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER.
The player is ready for playback.
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Hint
If you forget your password, enter the 6-digit number “199703” using the number buttons when the “CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL” display asks you for your password, then press ENTER.
The display will ask you to enter a new 4-digit password.
Note
Once you set Custom Parental Control with a recorded disc such as a DVD-RW, the display for entering the passward may appear again when you insert a different recorded disc.
H
X/x
DISPLAY/
FILE
ENTER
1
Press DISPLAY/FILE while the player is in stop mode.
The Control Menu appears.
2
Press X/x to select
(PARENTAL CONTROL), then press
ENTER.
The options for “PARENTAL
CONTROL” appear.
1 2 3
1 2 ( 2 7 )
ALL
1 8 ( 3 4 )
T 1 : 3 2 : 5 5
STOP
DVD
ON
PLAYER
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3
Press X/x to select “PLAYER t,”
then press ENTER.
◆ If you have not entered a password
The display for registering a new password appears.
PARENTAL CONTROL
LEVEL:
STANDARD:
OFF
USA
USA
OTHERS
PARENTAL CONTROL
Enter a new 4-digit password, then press
Enter a 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER.
The display for confirming the password appears.
◆ When you have already registered a
password
The display for entering the password appears.
6
Press X/x to select a geographic area
as the playback limitation level, then press ENTER.
The area is selected.
When you select “OTHERS
t,” select and enter a standard code in the table on
7
Press X/x to select “LEVEL,” then
press ENTER.
The selection items for “LEVEL” are displayed.
PARENTAL CONTROL
Enter password, then press
4
Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press
ENTER.
The display for setting the playback limitation level appears.
PARENTAL CONTROL
LEVEL:
STANDARD:
OFF
OFF
8:
5:
8
Select the level you want using X/x,
then press ENTER.
Parental Control setting is complete.
PARENTAL CONTROL
LEVEL:
STANDARD: USA
PARENTAL CONTROL
LEVEL:
STANDARD:
OFF
USA
The lower the value, the stricter the limitation.
5
Press X/x to select “STANDARD,”
then press ENTER.
The selection items for “STANDARD” are displayed.
To turn off the Parental Control function
Set “LEVEL” to “OFF” in step 8.
To play a disc for which Parental Control is set
1
Select the disc and press H.
The display for entering your password appears.
2
Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER.
The player starts playback.
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Hint
If you forget your password, press OPEN/CLOSE to open the front cover and repeat steps 1 to 3 of
“Parental Control (limited playback).” When you
are asked to enter your password, enter “199703” using the number buttons, then press ENTER. The display will ask you to enter a new 4-digit password. After you enter a new 4-digit password, press OPEN/CLOSE to close the front cover and press H. When the display for entering your password appears, enter your new password.
Notes
• When you play discs which do not have the
Parental Control function, playback cannot be limited on this player.
• Depending on the disc, you may be asked to change the parental control level while playing the disc. In this case, enter your password, then change the level. If the Resume Play mode is canceled, the level returns to the previous level.
Denmark
Finland
France
Germany
India
Indonesia
Italy
Japan
Korea
Argentina
Australia
Austria
Belgium
Brazil
Canada
Chile
China
Area Code
Standard
2090
2092
2115
2165
2174
2109
2248
2238
Code number
2044
2047
2046
2057
2070
2079
2254
2276
2304
Standard
Malaysia
Mexico
Code number
2363
2362
Netherlands 2376
New
Zealand
2390
Norway 2379
Pakistan 2427
Philippines 2424
Portugal
Russia
2436
2489
Singapore
Spain
2501
2149
Sweden 2499
Switzerland 2086
Thailand
United
Kingdom
2528
2184
Changing the password
1
Press DISPLAY/FILE while the player is in stop mode.
The Control Menu appears.
2
Press X/x to select
(PARENTAL CONTROL), then press
ENTER.
The options for “PARENTAL
CONTROL” appear.
3
Press X/x to select “PASSWORD t,” then press ENTER.
The display for entering the password appears.
4
Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER.
5
Enter a new 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER.
6
To confirm your password, re-enter it using the number buttons, then press
ENTER.
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If you make a mistake entering your password
Press
C before you press ENTER and input the correct number.
If you make a mistake
Press O RETURN.
To turn off the display
Press DISPLAY/FILE repeatedly until the display is turned off.
Controlling Your TV or AV
Amplifier (Receiver) With the Supplied Remote
By adjusting the remote signal, you can control your TV with the supplied remote.
If you connect the player to an AV amplifier
(receiver), you can control the volume with the supplied remote.
Notes
• Depending on the unit being connected, you may not be able to control your TV using some of the buttons below.
• If you enter a new code number, the code number previously entered will be erased.
• When you replace the remote’s batteries, the code number you have set may be reset to the default setting. Set the appropriate code number again.
Controlling TVs with the remote
TV/DISC
EXPLORER/
DVD switch
Number buttons
[ /1
VOL +/–
TV/VIDEO
WIDE MODE
ENTER
1
Slide the TV/DISC EXPLORER/DVD switch to TV.
2
Hold down [/1, and enter the
manufacturer’s code for your TV using the number buttons (see “Code numbers of controllable TVs” below).
3
Release [/1.
When the TV/DISC EXPLORER/DVD switch is set to TV, the remote performs the following:
[
/1
VOL +/–
Turns the TV on or off
Adjusts the volume of the TV
Number buttons and ENTER
Selects the channel of the TV
WIDE MODE Switches to or from the wide mode of a Sony wide TV
TV/VIDEO Switches the TV’s input source between the TV and other input sources
The button works even if the
TV/DISC EXPLORER/DVD switch is set to DVD
Code numbers of controllable TVs
If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one that works with your TV.
Manufacturer
Akai
AOC
Centurion
Coronado
Curtis-Mathes
Daytron
Emerson
Fisher
General Electric
Gold Star
Hitachi
J.C.Penney
JVC
KMC
Magnavox
Marantz
MGA/Mitsubishi
NEC
Panasonic
Philco
Code number
06,10
03,04,17
02,03
04,12
09
03
03,08,12
04,13
04
04
12
03
12
12
03,04,14
11
04,12,13,17
04,12
06,19
03,04
Manufacturer
Philips
Pioneer
Portland
Proscan
Quasar
Radio Shack
RCA
Sampo
Samsung
Sanyo
Scott
Sears
Sharp
Sylvania
Teknika
Toshiba
Wards
Yorx
Zenith
1
Slide the TV/DISC EXPLORER/DVD switch to DVD.
Code number
08,21
16
03
10
06,18
05,14
04,10
12
03,12,20
11,14
12
07,10,11
03,05,18
08,12
03,08,14
07
03,04,12
12
15
Controlling the volume of your
AV amplifier (receiver) with the remote
TV/DISC
EXPLORER/
DVD switch
Number buttons
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2
Hold down [/1, and enter the
manufacturer’s code for your AV amplifier (receiver) using the number
buttons (see “Code numbers of controllable AV amplifiers
3
Release [/1.
The VOL +/
– buttons control the AV amplifier’s volume.
◆ If you want to control the TV volume
Slide the TV/DISC EXPLORER/DVD switch to TV.
Code numbers of controllable AV amplifiers (receivers)
If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one that works with your AV amplifier
(receiver).
Manufacturer Code number
Sony* 80, 88, 89, 91
Denon
Kenwood
84, 85, 86
92, 93
Onkyo
Pioneer
Sansui
Technics
Yamaha
81, 82, 83
99
87
97, 98
94, 95, 96
* If you cannot control the volume of your Sony AV amplifier (receiver) with the remote, try entering the code number 91, and change the command mode of your amplifier (receiver) to
“COMMAND MODE [AV1]” (not all amplifiers have this option).
Refer to the instructions supplied with your amplifier (receiver) to change the command mode.
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Hint
If you want to control the TV’s volume even when the TV/DISC EXPLORER/DVD switch is set to
DVD, repeat steps 1 and 2 and enter the code number 90 (default).
Settings and Adjustments
Using the Setup Display
By using the Setup Display, you can make various adjustments to items such as picture and sound. You can also set a language for the subtitles and the Setup Display, among other things. For details on each Setup Display
Note
Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over the Setup Display settings and not all of the functions described may work.
X/x
DISPLAY/
FILE
ENTER
1
Press DISPLAY/FILE when the player is in stop mode.
The Control Menu appears.
2
Press X/x to select
(SETUP), then press ENTER.
The options for “SETUP” appear.
3 5
( 4 7 )
ALL
: :
QUICK
CUSTOM
RESET
QUICK
STOP
DVD
3
Press X/x to select “CUSTOM,”
then press ENTER.
The Setup Display appears.
LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD:
MENU:
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ORIGINAL
ENGLISH
4
Press X/x to select the setup item
from the displayed list:
“LANGUAGE SETUP,” “SCREEN
SETUP,” “CUSTOM SETUP,”
“AUDIO SETUP’” or “SPEAKER
SETUP.” Then press ENTER.
The Setup item is selected.
Example: “SCREEN SETUP”
Selected item
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE:
SCREEN SAVER:
BACKGROUND:
4:3 LETTER BOX
ON
JACKET PICTURE
BLACK LEVEL:
BLACK LEVEL
(COMPONENT OUT)
:
COMPONENT OUT:
4:3 OUTPUT:
ON
ON
INTERLACE
FULL
Setup items
5
Press X/x to select an item, then
press ENTER.
The options for the selected item appear.
Example: “TV TYPE”
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE: 4:3 LETTER BOX
SCREEN SAVER:
BACKGROUND:
BLACK LEVEL:
4:3 LETTER BOX
4:3 PAN SCAN
16:9
BLACK LEVEL
(COMPONENT OUT)
:
ON
COMPONENT OUT:
4:3 OUTPUT:
INTERLACE
FULL
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6
Press X/x to select a setting, then
press ENTER.
The setting is selected and setup is complete.
Example: “16:9”
Selected setting
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE:
SCREEN SAVER:
BACKGROUND:
16:9
ON
JACKET PICTURE
BLACK LEVEL:
BLACK LEVEL
(COMPONENT OUT)
:
ON
ON
COMPONENT OUT:
4:3 OUTPUT:
INTERLACE
FULL
Setting the Display or
Sound Track Language
(LANGUAGE SETUP)
“LANGUAGE SETUP” allows you to set various languages for the on-screen display or sound track.
Select “LANGUAGE SETUP” in the Setup
Display. To use the display, see “Using the
To turn off the display
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the display is turned off.
To enter the Quick Setup mode
Select “QUICK” in step 3. Follow from step
5 of the Quick Setup explanation to make
To reset all of the “SETUP” settings
1
Select “RESET” in step 3 and press
ENTER
2
Select “YES” using
X/x.
3
Press ENTER.
All of the settings explained on pages 88
to 97 return to the default settings. Do not press [/1 while resetting the player as it takes a few seconds to complete.
LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD:
MENU:
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ORIGINAL
ENGLISH
◆ OSD (On-Screen Display)
Switches the display language on the screen.
◆ MENU (DVD VIDEO only)
You can select the desired language for the disc’s menu.
◆ AUDIO (DVD VIDEO only)
Switches the language of the sound track.
When you select “ORIGINAL,” the language given priority in the disc is selected.
◆ SUBTITLE (DVD VIDEO only)
Switches the language of the subtitle recorded on the DVD VIDEO.
When you select “AUDIO FOLLOW,” the language for the subtitles changes according to the language you selected for the sound track.
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Hint
If you select “OTHERS t” in “MENU,”
“SUBTITLE,” and “AUDIO,” select and enter a
language code from “Language Code List” on page 105 using the number buttons.
Note
When you select a language in “MENU,”
“SUBTITLE,” or “AUDIO” that is not recorded on the DVD VIDEO, one of the recorded languages will be automatically selected.
Settings for the Display
(SCREEN SETUP)
Choose settings according to the TV to be connected.
Select “SCREEN SETUP” in the Setup
Display. To use the display, see “Using the
The default settings are underlined.
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE: 4:3 LETTER BOX
SCREEN SAVER:
BACKGROUND:
BLACK LEVEL:
BLACK LEVEL
(COMPONENT OUT)
:
ON
JACKET PICTURE
ON
ON
COMPONENT OUT:
4:3 OUTPUT:
INTERLACE
FULL
◆ TV TYPE
Selects the aspect ratio of the connected TV
(4:3 standard or wide).
4:3 LETTER
BOX
Select this when you connect a
4:3 screen TV. Displays a wide picture with bands on the upper and lower portions of the screen.
4:3 PAN
SCAN
Select this when you connect a
4:3 screen TV. Automatically displays the wide picture on the entire screen and cuts off the portions that do not fit.
16:9
Select this when you connect a wide-screen TV or a TV with a wide mode function.
4:3 LETTER BOX
4:3 PAN SCAN
Note
Depending on the DVD, “4:3 LETTER BOX” may be selected automatically instead of “4:3 PAN
SCAN” or vice versa.
◆ SCREEN SAVER
The screen saver image appears when you leave the player in pause or stop mode for 15 minutes, or when you play a Super Audio CD,
CD, or DATA CD (MP3 audio) for more than
15 minutes. The screen saver will help prevent your display device from becoming damaged (ghosting). Press H to turn off the screen saver.
ON
OFF
Turns on the screen saver.
Turns off the screen saver.
◆ BACKGROUND
Selects the background color or picture on the
TV screen in stop mode or while playing a
Super Audio CD, CD, or DATA CD (MP3 audio).
JACKET
PICTURE
The jacket picture (still picture) appears, but only when the jacket picture is already recorded on the disc (CD-
EXTRA, etc.). If the disc does not contain a jacket picture, the
“GRAPHICS” picture appears.
GRAPHICS
A preset picture stored in the player appears.
BLUE
BLACK
The background color is blue.
The background color is black.
◆ BLACK LEVEL
Selects the black level (setup level) for the video (NTSC) signals output from the jacks other than COMPONENT VIDEO OUT.
ON
OFF
Sets the black level of the output signal to the standard level.
Lowers the standard black level. Use this when the picture becomes too white.
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◆ BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT)
Selects the black level (setup level) for the video (NTSC) signals output from the
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. You cannot select this when “PROGRESSIVE” is selected in “COMPONENT OUT” (see below).
ON
OFF
Sets the black level of the output signal to the standard level.
Lowers the standard black level. Use this when the picture becomes too white.
◆ COMPONENT OUT
Selects the type of signal output from the
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks when the
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/SCAN
SELECT switch on the rear panel of the
player is set to SELECTABLE. See page 101
for more information about the two different signal types.
INTERLACE
Select this when the player is connected to a standard (interlace format) TV.
PROGRESSIVE Select this when you have a TV that can accept progressive signals.
About the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/SCAN
SELECT switch
The COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/SCAN
SELECT switch on the rear panel of the player selects the signal output from the
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks: interlace, progressive, or selectable. The switch takes priority over the setting made in
“COMPONENT OUT.”
To switch the video signal format
If you have selected “PROGRESSIVE” for a
TV that does not accept signals in progressive format 480p, or if the software’s video signals are not suited for progressive video signal conversion, view the image in Interlace format.
1
Set the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/
SCAN SELECT switch on the rear panel of the player to INTERLACE.
“COMPONENT OUT” in “SCREEN
SETUP” is automatically set to
“INTERLACE.”
2
Reset the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/
SCAN SELECT switch to
SELECTABLE.
Normally leave the switch in this position when using the COMPONENT VIDEO
OUT jacks.
When “PROGRESSIVE” is selected in
“COMPONENT OUT”
• 4:3 OUTPUT
Adjust this when you watch progressive signals on a standard 4:3 aspect ratio television. If you can change the aspect ratio on your progressive format (480p) compatible TV, change the setting on your
TV, not the player.
FULL
Select this when you can change the aspect ratio on your TV.
NORMAL Select this when you cannot change the aspect ratio on your
TV. Shows a 16:9 aspect ratio signal with black bands on left and right sides of the image, and a 4:3 aspect ratio signal with black bands on all sides of the image.
16:9 aspect ratio TV 4:3 aspect ratio TV
Custom Settings
(CUSTOM
SETUP)
OFF Turns off the lighting. The FL
OFF indicator lights up.
Use this to make playback related adjustments and other settings.
Select “CUSTOM SETUP” in the Setup
Display. To use the display, see “Using the
The default settings are underlined.
CUSTOM SETUP
AUTO POWER OFF:
AUTO PLAY:
DIMMER:
PAUSE MODE:
PLAYBACK MEMORY:
TRACK SELECTION:
CD DIRECT:
OFF
OFF
BRIGHT
AUTO
ON
OFF
OFF
◆ AUTO POWER OFF
Switches the Auto Power Off setting on or off.
OFF
ON
Switches this function off.
The player enters standby mode when left in stop mode for more than 30 minutes.
◆ AUTO PLAY
Switches the Auto Play setting on or off. This function is useful when the player is connected to a timer (not supplied).
OFF
ON
Switches this function off.
Automatically starts playback when the player is turned on.
◆ DIMMER
Adjusts the lighting of the front panel display.
BRIGHT
DARK
Makes the lighting bright.
Makes the lighting dark.
AUTO
DARK
Makes the front panel display dark if you do not operate the player or remote for a short while.
AUTO OFF Turns off the lighting of the front panel display if you do not operate the player or remote for a short while. The FL OFF indicator lights up.
◆ PAUSE MODE (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW
only)
Selects the picture in pause mode.
AUTO
FRAME
The picture, including subjects that move dynamically, is output with no jitter. Normally select this position.
The picture, including subjects that do not move dynamically, is output in high resolution.
◆ PLAYBACK MEMORY
The player can store “SUBTITLE” and other settings of each disc for up to 400 discs
(Playback Memory).
Set this function “ON” or “OFF.”
ON
OFF
Stores the settings in memory when you eject the disc.
Does not store the settings in memory.
The following settings are stored in memory.
* DVD VIDEO only
**DVD VIDEO/VIDEO CD only
Notes
• The player can store the settings of up to 400 discs. When you store the setting of disc number
401, the first disc setting is canceled.
• The Playback Memory function cannot be used for DVD-RWs in VR mode.
◆ TRACK SELECTION (DVD VIDEO only)
Gives priority to the sound track which contains the highest number of channels when you play a DVD VIDEO on which multiple audio formats (PCM, DTS, or Dolby
Digital format) are recorded.
OFF
AUTO
No priority given.
Priority given.
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Notes
• When you set the item to “AUTO,” the language may change. The “TRACK SELECTION” setting has higher priority than the “AUDIO” settings in
• If PCM, DTS, and Dolby Digital sound tracks have the same number of channels, the player selects PCM, DTS, and Dolby Digital sound tracks in this order.
◆ CD DIRECT
Eliminates the use of unnecessary circuits when playing CDs. This setting will be activated when you open or close the front cover.
This function affects the output from the following jacks:
– LINE OUT AUDIO L/R 1/2 jacks
– 5.1CH OUTPUT jacks
OFF
ON
Select this when playing CD discs, including CDs with DTS tracks.
Eliminates the use of unnecessary circuits when playing CDs.
Note
If you select “ON” when playing CDs with DTS tracks, the sound will become noisy.
Settings for the Sound
(AUDIO SETUP)
“AUDIO SETUP” allows you to set the sound according to the playback and connection conditions.
Select “AUDIO SETUP” in the Setup
Display. To use the display, see “Using the
The default settings are underlined.
AUDIO SETUP
AUDIO ATT:
AUDIO DRC:
AUDIO FILTER:
OFF
STANDARD
SHARP
DOWNMIX:
DIGITAL OUT:
DOLBY DIGITAL:
DTS:
48kHz/96kHz PCM:
DOLBY SURROUND
ON
D-PCM
D-PCM
48kHz/16bit
◆ AUDIO ATT (attenuation)
If the playback sound is distorted, set this item to “ON.” The player reduces the audio output level.
This function affects the output of the following jacks:
– LINE OUT AUDIO L/R 1/2 jacks
– 5.1CH OUTPUT jacks
OFF Normally, select this position.
ON Select this when the playback sound from the speakers is distorted.
◆ AUDIO DRC (Dynamic Range Control)
(DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW only)
Makes the sound clear when the volume is turned down when playing a DVD that conforms to “AUDIO DRC.” This affects the output from the following jacks:
– LINE OUT AUDIO L/R 1/2 jacks
– 5.1CH OUTPUT jacks
– DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) jack only when “DOLBY DIGITAL” is set
STANDARD Normally select this position.
TV MODE Makes low sounds clear even if you turn the volume down.
WIDE
RANGE
Gives you the feeling of being at a live performance.
◆ AUDIO FILTER (except Super Audio CD)
Selects a digital filter to reduce noise above
22.05 kHz (Sampling frequency (Fs) of the audio source is 44.1 kHz), 24 kHz (Fs is 48 kHz), or 48 kHz (Fs is above 96 kHz).
SHARP
SLOW
Provides a wide frequency range and spatial feeling.
Provides smooth and warm sound.
Note
There may be little effect by changing the digital filter depending on the disc or playback environment.
◆ DOWNMIX (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW only)
Switches the method for mixing down to 2 channels when you play a DVD which has rear sound elements (channels) or is recorded in Dolby Digital format. For details on the
rear signal components, see “Displaying the disc’s audio information” (page 69). This
function affects the output of the following jacks:
– LINE OUT AUDIO L/R 1/2 jacks
– DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) jack when “DOLBY DIGITAL” is set to
DOLBY
SUR-
ROUND
Normally select this position.
Multi-channel audio signals are output to two channels for enjoying surround sounds.
NORMAL Multi-channel audio signals are downmixed to two channels for use with your stereo.
◆ DIGITAL OUT (except Super Audio CD)
Selects if audio signals are output via the
DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) jack.
ON
Normally select this position. When
you select “ON,” see “To set the digital output signal” for further settings.
OFF
The influence of the digital circuit upon the analog circuit is minimal.
If you connect a component that does not conform to the selected audio signal, a loud noise (or no sound) will come out from the speakers, damaging your ears or speakers.
• DOLBY DIGITAL (DVD VIDEO/DVD-
RW only)
Selects the type of Dolby Digital signal.
D-PCM
DOLBY
DIGITAL
Select this when the player is connected to an audio component lacking a built-in
Dolby Digital decoder. You can select whether the signals conform to Dolby Surround
(Pro Logic) or not by making adjustments to the
“DOWNMIX” item in
Select this when the player is connected to an audio component with a built-in
Dolby Digital decoder.
• DTS (DVD VIDEO only)
Selects the type of DTS signal.
D-PCM
DTS
Select this when the player is connected to an audio component without a built-in
DTS decoder.
Select this when the player is connected to an audio component with a built-in DTS decoder.
Note
Super Audio CD audio signals are not output from the digital jack.
To set the digital output signal
The following switches the method of outputting audio signals when you connect a component such as an amplifier (receiver) or
MD deck with a digital input jack.
For connection details, see page 22.
Select “DOLBY DIGITAL,” “DTS,” and
“48kHz/96kHz PCM” after setting
“DIGITAL OUT” to “ON.”
AUDIO SETUP
AUDIO ATT:
AUDIO DRC:
AUDIO FILTER:
OFF
STANDARD
SHARP
DOWNMIX:
DIGITAL OUT:
DOLBY DIGITAL:
DTS:
48kHz/96kHz PCM:
DOLBY SURROUND
ON
D-PCM
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• 48kHz/96kHz PCM (DVD VIDEO only)
Selects the sampling frequency of the audio signal.
48kHz/16bit The audio signals of DVD
VIDEOs are always converted to 48kHz/16bit.
96kHz/24bit All types of signals including
96kHz/24bit are output in their original format. However, if the signal is encrypted for copyright protection purposes, the signal is only output as
48kHz/16bit.
Notes
• Even if you set “48kHz/96kHz PCM” to “96kHz/
24bit,” the sampling frequency is converted to
48kHz/16bit when a “SURROUND” mode (page
• The analog audio signals from the LINE OUT
AUDIO L/R jacks and 5.1CH OUTPUT jacks are not affected by this setting and keep their original sampling frequency level.
Settings for the Speakers
(SPEAKER SETUP)
To obtain the best possible surround sound, input the size of the speakers you have connected and their distance from your listening position. Then use the test tone to adjust the volume and balance of the speakers to the same level.
This setting is effective when connecting a
speaker with 5.1 CH OUTPUT jacks (page
You can create two different Speaker Setup settings, one for Super Audio CDs and one for all other types of discs.
1
Follow steps 1 through 4 of “Using
the setup display” (page 87) to
select “SPEAKER SETUP” in the
Setup display.
SPEAKER SETUP
DVD:
SUPER AUDIO CD:
2
Select “DVD” or “SUPER AUDIO
CD” using X/x, then press ENTER.
Example: when “DVD” is selected.
SPEAKER SETUP (DVD)
SIZE:
DISTANCE:
LEVEL(FRONT) :
LEVEL(REAR) :
TEST TONE: OFF
FRONT:
CENTER:
REAR:
SUBWOOFER:
LARGE
LARGE
LARGE(REAR)
YES
3
Set the following items in the order that they are explained below.
The default settings are underlined.
To return to the default setting
Select the item, then press CLEAR. Note that only the “SIZE” setting does not return to the default setting.
◆ SIZE
Selects the size of the speakers.
• FRONT
LARGE
SMALL
Normally select this position.
Select this when the speaker cannot reproduce adequate bass frequencies.
• CENTER
LARGE
SMALL
NONE
Normally select this position.
Select this when the speaker cannot reproduce adequate bass frequencies.
Select this if you do not connect a center speaker.
• REAR
LARGE
(REAR/
SIDE)
SMALL
(REAR/
SIDE)
NONE
Normally select this position.
Select according to the rear speakers position*.
Select this when the sound distorts or the surround effects are difficult to hear.
Select according to the rear speaker position*.
Select this if you do not connect rear speakers.
* Rear speaker position
Correctly specify the location of the rear speakers to enjoy the surround effect.
• Set to “SIDE,” if the location of the rear speakers corresponds to section A below.
• Set to “REAR,” if the location of the rear speakers corresponds to section B below.
This setting affects only “VIRTUAL REAR
SHIFT,” “VIRTUAL MULTI REAR,” and
“VIRTUAL MULTI DIMENSION” mode
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• SUBWOOFER
YES
NONE
Select this if you connect a subwoofer to output the LFE
(low frequency effect) signals from the subwoofer.
Select this if you do not connect a subwoofer.
Notes
• The cut off frequency for the subwoofer is fixed at
120 Hz.
• If your speakers are too small to reproduce low bass frequencies, utilize a subwoofer for low frequency sound. When you set the speaker settings to “SMALL,” the bass redirection circuitry will be activated and the bass frequencies for the speakers are output from the subwoofer.
• Even if there are fewer than 6 speakers connected, the player distributes the audio signal components to the front speakers.
◆ DISTANCE
Sets the distance from your listening position to the speakers.
Set the distance to your front speakers in
“FRONT” first (A). Then adjust the values in
“CENTER” (center speaker B), “REAR”
(rear speaker C), and “SUBWOOFER” (D) to reflect the actual distance to your center speaker, rear speakers, and subwoofer.
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A
(4~50 ft)
B
D
A
(4~50 ft)
C C
Be sure to change the value in the Setup
Display each time you move the speakers.
Start from the front speaker. The default adjustments are in parentheses.
FRONT
(10 ft)
CENTER (10 ft) Set this within ±6 feet of the “FRONT” setting in
0.25 foot increments. For example, if “FRONT” is set to 6 feet, “CENTER” can be set between 0 and 12 feet.
REAR (10 ft)
Set this between 4 and 50 feet in 0.25 foot increments.
Set this within –18 feet and
+6 feet of the “FRONT” setting in 0.25 foot increments. For example, if
“FRONT” is set to 18 feet,
“REAR” can be set between 0 and 24 feet.
SUBWOOFER
(10 ft)
Set this within –18 and +6 feet of the “FRONT” setting in 0.25 foot increments. For example, if
“FRONT” is set to 18 feet,
“REAR” can be set between 0 and 24 feet.
Note
If each of the front or rear speakers are not placed at an equal distance from your listening position, set the distance according to the closest speaker.
◆ LEVEL (FRONT)
Varies the level of the front speakers. Be sure to set “TEST TONE” to “ON” for easy adjustment.
The default adjustments are in parentheses.
L (0 dB) Set this between –6 dB and 0 dB in 0.5 dB increments.
R (0 dB)
CENTER
(0 dB)
Set this between –6 dB and 0 dB in 0.5 dB increments.
Set this between –12 dB and
0 dB in 0.5 dB increments.
SUBWOOFER (When “SIZE” is set to the
(DVD: –5 dB/
SUPER
AUDIO CD:
0 dB) default settings):
Set this between –10 dB and +10 dB in 0.5 dB increments.
(When “SIZE” is not set to the default settings):
Set this between –15 dB and +5 dB in 0.5 dB increments.
◆ LEVEL (REAR)
Varies the level of the rear speakers. Be sure to set “TEST TONE” to “ON” for easy adjustment.
The default adjustments are in parentheses.
L (0 dB)
R (0 dB)
Set this between –12 dB and
0 dB in 0.5 dB increments.
Set this between –12 dB and
0 dB in 0.5 dB increments.
To adjust the volume of all the speakers at one time
Use the amplifier’s (receiver’s) volume control.
◆ TEST TONE
The speakers will emit a test tone. Use this when you use the 5.1CH OUTPUT jacks and adjust “LEVEL (FRONT)” and “LEVEL
(REAR).”
OFF
ON
The test tone is not emitted from the speakers.
The test tone is emitted from each speaker in sequence.
Adjusting the speaker volume and level
1
Select “SPEAKER SETUP” in the Setup
Display.
2
Select “TEST TONE” and set to “ON.”
You will hear the test tone from each speaker in sequence.
3
From your listening position, select
“LEVEL (FRONT)” or “LEVEL (REAR)”
and adjust the value using X/x.
The test tone is emitted from both left and right speakers simultaneously.
4
Select “TEST TONE” and set to “OFF” to turn off the test tone.
Note
The test tone signals are not output from the digital jack.
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Additional Information
Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the player, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repairs. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest
Sony dealer.
Power
The power is not turned on.
, Check that the AC power cord is connected securely.
Picture
There is no picture/picture noise appears.
, Re-connect the connecting cord securely.
, The connecting cord is damaged.
, Check the connection to your TV (page 19)
and switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen.
, The disc is dirty or flawed.
, If the picture output from your player goes through your VCR to get to your TV or if you are connected to a combination TV/
VIDEO player, the copy-protection signal applied to some DVD programs could affect picture quality. If you still experience problems even when you connect your player directly to your TV, try connecting your player to your TV’s S VIDEO input
, You have set “COMPONENT OUT” in
“SCREEN SETUP” to “PROGRESSIVE” even though your TV cannot accept the signal in progressive format. In this case, set the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/SCAN
SELECT switch on the rear panel of the player to INTERLACE. “COMPONENT
OUT” in “SCREEN SETUP” is automatically set to “INTERLACE,” and reset the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/
SCAN SELECT switch to SELECTABLE.
Normally leave the switch in this position when using the COMPONENT VIDEO
OUT jacks.
, Even if your TV is compatible with progressive format 480p signals, the image may be affected when you set
“COMPONENT OUT” to
“PROGRESSIVE.” In this case, set
“COMPONENT OUT” to “INTERLACE.”
, You have selected VIDEO OFF (page 35).
The picture does not fill the screen, even though the aspect ratio is set in “TV TYPE” under “SCREEN SET UP.”
, The aspect ratio of the disc is fixed on your
DVD.
Sound
There is no sound.
, Re-connect the connecting cord securely.
, The connecting cord is damaged.
, The player is connected to the wrong input
jack on the amplifier (receiver) (page 25,
, The amplifier (receiver) input is not correctly set.
, The player is in pause mode or in Slowmotion Play mode.
, The player is in fast forward or fast reverse mode.
, If the audio signal does not come through the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or
OPTICAL) jack, check the audio settings
, Super Audio CD audio signals are not output from the digital jack.
Sound distortion occurs.
, Set “AUDIO ATT” in “AUDIO SETUP” to
The volume is low.
, The volume is low on some DVDs.
The volume may improve if you set
“AUDIO DRC” to “TV MODE” (page 92).
, Set “AUDIO ATT” in “AUDIO SETUP” to
The surround effect is difficult to hear when playing a Dolby Digital, or DTS sound track.
, Check the speaker connections and settings
, 5.1 channel sound is not recorded on the disc being played.
The sound only comes from the center speaker.
, Depending on the disc, the sound may come from the center speaker only.
Operation
The remote does not function.
, The batteries in the remote are weak.
, There are obstacles between the remote and the player.
, The distance between the remote and the player is too far.
, The remote is not pointed at the remote sensor on the player.
, The COMMAND MODE switch setting on the remote does not match the setting on the
The disc does not play.
, The disc is skewed.
, The player cannot play certain discs (page
, The region code on the DVD does not match the player.
, Moisture has condensed inside the player
, The player cannot play a recorded disc that
is not correctly finalized (page 7).
The MP3 audio track cannot be played
, The DATA CD is not recorded in an MP3 format that conforms to ISO9660 Level 1/
Level 2 or Joliet.
, The MP3 audio track does not have the extension “.MP3.”
, The data is not formatted in MP3 even though it has the extension “.MP3.”
, The data is not MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 data.
, The player cannot play audio tracks in
MP3PRO format.
“Copyright lock” appears and the screen turns blue when playing a DVD-RW.
, Images taken from digital broadcasts, etc., may contain copy protection signals, such as complete copy protection signals, single copy signals, and restriction-free signals.
When images that contain copy protection signals are played, a blue screen may appear instead of the images. It may take awhile for the player to look for playable images.
The title of the MP3 audio album or track is not correctly displayed.
, The player can only display numbers and alphabet. Other characters are displayed as
“*.”
The disc does not start playing from the beginning.
, Program Play, Shuffle Play, Repeat Play, or
A-B Repeat Play has been selected (page
, Resume play has taken effect (page 37).
The player starts playing the disc automatically.
, The disc features an auto playback function.
, “AUTO PLAY” in “CUSTOM SETUP” is
Playback stops automatically.
, While playing discs with an auto pause signal, the player stops playback at the auto pause signal.
Some functions such as Stop, Search,
Slow-motion Play, Repeat Play, Shuffle
Play, or Program Play cannot be performed.
, Depending on the disc, you may not be able to do some of the operations above. Refer to the operating manual that comes with the disc.
The language for the sound track cannot be changed.
, Try using the DVD’s menu instead of the
direct selection button on the remote (page
, Multilingual tracks are not recorded on the
DVD being played.
, The DVD prohibits the changing of the language for the sound track.
The subtitle language cannot be changed or turned off.
, Try using the DVD’s menu instead of the
direct selection button on the remote (page
, Multilingual subtitles are not recorded on the DVD being played.
, The DVD prohibits the changing of subtitles.
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The angles cannot be changed.
, Try using the DVD’s menu instead of the
direct selection button on the remote (page
, Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD being played.
, The angle can only be changed when the
“ANGLE” indicator lights up on the front
, The DVD prohibits changing of the angles.
The player does not operate properly.
, When static electricity, etc., causes the player to operate abnormally, unplug the player.
Nothing is displayed on the front panel display.
, “DIMMER” in “CUSTOM SETUP” is set to “OFF” or “AUTO OFF.” Set
“DIMMER” to any setting other than
“OFF” or “AUTO OFF” (page 91).
5 numbers or letters are displayed on the screen and on the front panel display.
, The self-diagnosis function was activated.
The front cover does not open and
“LOCKED” appears on the front panel display.
, Child Lock is set (page 36).
The front cover does not open and “TRAY
LOCKED” appears on the front panel display.
, Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
“Data error” appears on the TV screen when playing a DATA CD.
, The MP3 audio track you want to play is broken.
, The data is not MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 data.
Self-diagnosis Function
(When letters/numbers appear in the display)
When the self-diagnosis function is activated to prevent the player from malfunctioning, a five-character service number (e.g., C 13 50) with a combination of a letter and four digits appears on the screen and the front panel display. In this case, check the following table.
C:13:50
First three characters of the service number
C 13
Cause and/or corrective action
C 31
C 32
E XX
(xx is a number)
The disc is dirty.
, Clean the disc with a soft
The disc is not inserted correctly.
, Re-insert the disc correctly.
The front cover automatically opens and the player enters standby mode.
, Check that there is nothing wrong inside the rotary table, such as a fallen disc. After you have checked the inside of the rotary table and resolved any possible problems, press H.
To prevent a malfunction, the player has performed the self-diagnosis function.
, Contact your nearest
Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and give the 5character service number.
Example: E 61 10
Glossary
Sections of a picture or a music feature that are smaller than titles. A title is composed of several chapters. Depending on the disc, no chapters may be recorded.
Digital audio compression technology developed by Dolby Laboratories. This technology conforms to multi-channel surround sound. The rear channel is stereo and there is a discrete subwoofer channel in this format. Dolby Digital provides the same discrete channels of high quality digital audio found in “Dolby Digital” theater surround sound systems. Good channel separation is realized because all of the channel data are recorded discretely and little deterioration is realized because all channel data processing is digital.
Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) (page 26, 93)
Audio signal processing technology that
Dolby Laboratories developed for surround sound. When the input signal contains a surround component, the Pro Logic process outputs the front, center and rear signals. The rear channel is monaural.
Digital audio compression technology that
Digital Theater Systems, Inc. developed. This technology conforms to multi-channel surround sound. The rear channel is stereo and there is a discrete subwoofer channel in this format. DTS provides discrete channels of high quality digital audio.
Good channel separation is realized because all of the channel data is recorded discretely and little deterioration is realized because all channel data processing is digital.
A disc that contains up to 8 hours of moving pictures even though its diameter is the same as a CD.
The data capacity of a single-layer and singlesided DVD is 4.7 GB (Giga Byte), which is 7 times that of a CD. The data capacity of a double-layer and single-sided DVD is 8.5
GB, a single-layer and double-sided DVD is
9.4 GB, and double-layer and double-sided
DVD is 17 GB.
The picture data uses the MPEG 2 format, one of the worldwide standards of digital compression technology. The picture data is compressed to about 1/40 (average) of its original size. The DVD also uses a variable rate coding technology that changes the data to be allocated according to the status of the picture. Audio information is recorded in a multi-channel format, such as Dolby Digital, allowing you to enjoy a more real audio presence.
Furthermore, various advanced functions such as the multi-angle, multilingual, and
Parental Control functions are provided with the DVD.
A DVD-RW is a recordable and rewritable disc that is the same size as the DVD VIDEO.
The DVD-RW has two different modes: VR mode and Video mode.
DVD-RWs created in Video mode have the same format as a DVD VIDEO, while discs created in VR (Video Recording) mode allow the contents to be programmed or edited.
A DVD+RW (plus RW) is a recordable and rewritable disc. DVD+RWs use a recording format that is comparable to the DVD VIDEO format.
Film based software, Video based
DVDs can be classified as Film based or
Video based software. Film based DVDs contain the same images (24 frames per second) that are shown at movie theaters.
Video based DVDs, such as television dramas or sit-coms, displays images at 30 frames (or 60 fields) per second.
Index (CD)/Video Index (VIDEO CD) (page
A number that divides a track into sections to easily locate the point you want on a CD or
VIDEO CD. Depending on the disc, no index may be recorded.
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Interlace format shows every other line of an image as a single “field” and is the standard method for displaying images on television.
The even number field shows the even numbered lines of an image, and the odd numbered field shows the odd numbered lines of an image.
Progressive conversion method (page 76)
• Video based software conversion
Video shows an image by alternately displaying every other line of an image (field) at 30 frames (60 fields) per second (Interlace format).
Interlace pictures
Converted progressive pictures
• Film based software conversion
Film shows an image by displaying an entire image at 24 frames per second. When you watch a film on television, the television displays every other line of the frame as a field, thus reducing information level and the clarity of the film image.
The Interlace format displays 30 frames (60 fields) per second by displaying every other line of the image, causing scanning lines to appear across the image. Since only half of the image is shown at once, the amount of information contained in an image is limited.
The Progressive format displays 60 entire frames per seconds. The player accomplishes this by converting each field into a frame by using either a field-based conversion method or a frame-based conversion method. The appropriate method is automatically selected by the player according to the movement of the images on the screen. If the movement on the screen is slow, the frame-based conversion method borrows adjacent frame information to fill in the missing information.
If the movement on the screen is rapid, the field-based conversion method creates the missing information by predicting the movement of the images on the screen from field to field. The end result is an image that is higher in quality when compared to the
Interlace format.
Interlace pictures
This player solves this problem by increasing the speed at which the frames are displayed, consecutively showing 3 identical frames followed by 2 identical frames in the time that it normally takes to show 2 consecutive frames. The end result is that the 24 frames per second are increased to 60 frames per second, which is the speed at which
Progressive video signals are shown.
Converted progressive pictures
This not only allows film to be shown in a frame based format, it also increases the clarity and sharpness which is unique to
Progressive format images.
Compared to the Interlace format that alternately shows every other line of an image
(field) to create one frame, the Progressive format shows the entire image at once as a single frame. This means that while the
Interlace format can show 30 frames (60 fields) in one second, the Progressive format can show 60 frames in one second. The overall picture quality increases and still images, text, and horizontal lines appear sharper.
On a VIDEO CD with PBC (playback control) functions, the menu screens, moving pictures and still pictures are divided into sections called “scenes.”
A Super Audio CD disc can reproduce sounds that are extremely faithful to the original sound by use of DSD (Direct Stream Digital) technology. This technology utilizes a sampling frequency of 2.8224 MHz, which is
64 times that of a conventional CD, and 1-bit quantization that enables the disc to hold 4 times the amount of information that a standard PCM format CD can hold. Super
Audio CDs are divided into the following types.
• Super Audio CD (single layer disc)
This disc consists of a single HD layer*.
*High density signal layer for the Super Audio CD
• Super Audio CD + CD (Hybrid disc)
This disc consists of an HD layer and a CD layer. Also, as the dual layers are on one side only, you do not have to turn the disc over during playback. You can play the CD layer using a conventional CD player.
• 2 channel + Multi-channel Super Audio CD
This disc consists of the 2 channel playback area and the multi-channel playback area.
2 channel playback area
Multi-channel playback area
The longest section of a picture or music feature on a DVD, movie, etc., in video software, or the entire album in audio software.
CD layer
HD layer
Sections of a picture or a music feature on a
CD or VIDEO CD (the length of a song).
HD (high density) layer
• Super Audio CD (dual layer disc)
This disc consists of dual HD layers and is capable of extended play over long periods.
Also, as the dual layer disc consists of dual
HD layers on one side only, you do not have to turn the disc over during playback.
HD layer
HD layer
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Specifications
System
Laser: Semiconductor laser
λ
= 780 nm for CD
λ
= 650 nm for SA-CD and DVD
Emission duration: continuous
Signal format system: NTSC
Audio characteristics
Frequency response: DVD VIDEO (PCM
96 kHz): 2 Hz to 44 kHz (44 kHz: –2 dB
±1 dB), Super Audio CD: 2 Hz to
100 kHz (50 kHz: –3 dB ±1 dB), CD:
2 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.5 dB)
Signal-to-noise ratio (S/N ratio): 115 dB
(LINE OUT AUDIO L/R 1/2 jacks only)
Harmonic distortion: 0.003 %
Dynamic range: DVD VIDEO/Super Audio
CD: 103 dB, CD: 99 dB
Wow and flutter: Less than detected value
(±0.001% W PEAK)
Outputs
(Jack name: Jack type/Output level/Load impedance)
LINE OUT AUDIO L/R 1/2: Phono jack/
2 Vrms/10 kilohms
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL): Optical output jack/–18 dBm (wave length:
660 nm)
DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL): Phono jack/
0.5 Vp-p/75 ohms
5.1CH OUTPUT: Phono jack/2 Vrms/
10 kilohms
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, P
B
/C
B
,
P
R
/C
R
): Phono jack/Y: 1.0 Vp-p/P
B
/C
B
,
P
R
/C
R
: interlace*=0.648 Vp-p, progressive or interlace**=0.7 Vp-p/
75 ohms
* BLACK LEVEL is ON
** BLACK LEVEL is OFF
LINE OUT VIDEO 1/2: Phono jack/
1.0 Vp-p/75 ohms
S VIDEO OUPUT 1/2: 4-pin mini DIN/
Y: 1.0 Vp-p/C: 0.286 Vp-p /75 ohms
S-LINK (CONTROL S IN): Mini jack
General
Power requirements:
120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power consumption: 24 W
Dimensions (approx.): 430
×
189
×
545 mm
(17
×
7
1 /
2
×
21
1 /
2
in.) (width/height/ depth) incl. projecting parts
Mass (approx.): 10 kg (22 lb 1 oz)
Operating temperature: 5
°
C to 35
°
C
(41
°
F to 95
°
F)
Operating humidity: 25 % to 80 %
Supplied accessories
Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
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NERGY
S
TAR R is a U.S. registered mark.
As an
E
NERGY
S
TAR R Partner, Sony
Corporation has determined that this product meets the
E
NERGY
S
TAR R guidelines for energy efficiency.
Language Code List
For details, see pages 69, 75, 88.
The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.
Code Language
1027 Afar
1028 Abkhazian
1032 Afrikaans
1039 Amharic
1044 Arabic
1045 Assamese
1051 Aymara
1052 Azerbaijani
1053 Bashkir
1057 Byelorussian
1059 Bulgarian
1060 Bihari
1061 Bislama
1066 Bengali;
Bangla
1067 Tibetan
1070 Breton
1079 Catalan
1093 Corsican
1097 Czech
1103 Welsh
1105 Danish
1109 German
1130 Bhutani
1142 Greek
1144 English
1145 Esperanto
1149 Spanish
1150 Estonian
1151 Basque
1157 Persian
1165 Finnish
1166 Fiji
1171 Faroese
1174 French
1181 Frisian
Code Language
1183 Irish
1186 Scots Gaelic
1194 Galician
1196 Guarani
1203 Gujarati
1209 Hausa
1217 Hindi
1226 Croatian
1229 Hungarian
1233 Armenian
1235 Interlingua
1239 Interlingue
1245 Inupiak
1248 Indonesian
1253 Icelandic
1254 Italian
1257 Hebrew
1261 Japanese
1269 Yiddish
1283 Javanese
1287 Georgian
1297 Kazakh
1298 Greenlandic
1299 Cambodian
1300 Kannada
1301 Korean
1305 Kashmiri
1307 Kurdish
1311 Kirghiz
1313 Latin
1326 Lingala
1327 Laothian
1332 Lithuanian
1334 Latvian;
Lettish
1345 Malagasy
Code Language
1347 Maori
1349 Macedonian
1350 Malayalam
1352 Mongolian
1353 Moldavian
1356 Marathi
1357 Malay
1358 Maltese
1363 Burmese
1365 Nauru
1369 Nepali
1376 Dutch
1379 Norwegian
1393 Occitan
1403 (Afan)Oromo
1408 Oriya
1417 Punjabi
1428 Polish
1435 Pashto;
Pushto
1436 Portuguese
1463 Quechua
1481 Rhaeto-
Romance
1482 Kirundi
1483 Romanian
1489 Russian
1491 Kinyarwanda
1495 Sanskrit
1498 Sindhi
1501 Sangho
1502 Serbo-
Croatian
1503 Singhalese
1505 Slovak
1506 Slovenian
Code Language
1507 Samoan
1508 Shona
1509 Somali
1511 Albanian
1512 Serbian
1513 Siswati
1514 Sesotho
1515 Sundanese
1516 Swedish
1517 Swahili
1521 Tamil
1525 Telugu
1527 Tajik
1528 Thai
1529 Tigrinya
1531 Turkmen
1532 Tagalog
1534 Setswana
1535 Tonga
1538 Turkish
1539 Tsonga
1540 Tatar
1543 Twi
1557 Ukrainian
1564 Urdu
1572 Uzbek
1581 Vietnamese
1587 Volapük
1613 Wolof
1632 Xhosa
1665 Yoruba
1684 Chinese
1697 Zulu
1703 Not specified
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Index
Numerics
16:9
4:3 LETTER BOX
4:3 OUTPUT
4:3 PAN SCAN
48kHz/96kHz PCM
5.1 Channel Surround
A
A-B REPEAT
ADVANCED
ALBUM
Album
ANGLE
AUDIO
AUDIO ATT
AUDIO DRC
AUDIO FILTER
AUDIO SETUP
AUTO PLAY
AUTO POWER OFF
B
BACKGROUND
Batteries
BLACK LEVEL
C
CD
CD DIRECT
CHAPTER
Chapter
CHAPTER VIEWER
Child Lock
COMMAND MODE
COMPONENT OUT
Connecting
Continuous play
DATA CD
DVD
Super Audio CD/CD/
VIDEO CD
Control Menu
CONTROL S
CUSTOM
CUSTOM PARENTAL
CONTROL
CUSTOM SETUP
D
DATA CD
DIGITAL OUT
Digital output
DIMMER
DISC
Disc Explorer
Disc Memo
DISC MEMO INPUT
Display
Control Menu Display
Disc Explorer display
Front panel display
Setup Display
DISTANCE
DOLBY DIGITAL
DOWNMIX
DTS
DVD VIDEO
DVD+RW
DVD/Super Audio CD/CD text
DVD-RW
E
EDIT
F
Fast forward
Fast reverse
FILE
Folder
FOLDER NAME INPUT
Front panel display
G
Genre
GRAPHICS
H
Handling discs
HD/CD layer
Hooking up
I
INDEX
Index
INSTANT REPLAY
INSTANT SEARCH
INTERLACE
J
JACKET PICTURE
K
Keyboard
L
LANGUAGE SETUP
LEVEL
Loading Discs
Locating a point on a disc
M
MENU
Menu
DVD’s menu
Top menu
MP3
Multi/2CH
O
ONE/ALL DISCS
On-screen display
Control Menu Display
Disc Explorer display
Setup Display
ORIGINAL
ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST
OSD
P
PARENTAL CONTROL
PAUSE MODE
PBC Playback
PICTURE NAVIGATION
PLAY LIST
PLAYBACK MEMORY
PRO LOGIC
PROGRAM
Program Play
PROGRESSIVE
Q
QUICK
Quick Setup
R
Remote
REPEAT
Repeat Play
RESET
Resume Play
S
S VIDEO output
SCENE
Scene
SCREEN SAVER
SCREEN SETUP
Searching
Selecting a disc
SETUP
Setup Display
SHUFFLE
Shuffle Play
SIZE
Skipping discs
S-LINK
Slow-motion Play
SORT
SPEAKER SETUP
Speakers
Hooking up
SUBTITLE
Super Audio CD
SURROUND
T
TEST TONE
TIME/MEMO
TIME/TEXT
TITLE
Title
TITLE VIEWER
TOP MENU
TRACK
Track
TRACK SELECTION
TRACK VIEWER
Troubleshooting
TV TYPE
TVS (TV Virtual Surround)
U
Usable discs
V
VIDEO CD
VIDEO CONTROL
VIDEO OFF
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