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-NS70H Serial No.______________...
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. The AC power cord must be changed only at a qualified service shop.
Important Safeguards For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and keep this manual for future reference. Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on the appliance, or the one described in the operating instructions and adhere to them. Power sources This set should be operated only from the type of power source...
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• Never place the set in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper ventilation is provided. • Do not place the set near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct sunlight. Antennas Outdoor antenna grounding If an outdoor antenna or cable system is installed,...
TV for an extended period of time you risk permanent damage to your television screen. Plasma display panel televisions and projection televisions are susceptible to this. If you have any questions or problems concerning your player, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
This Player Can Play the Following Discs Format of discs DVD VIDEO DVD-RW/-R DVD+RW/+R VIDEO CD/ Music CD CD-RW/-R “DVD+RW,” “DVD-RW,” “DVD+R,” “DVD-R,” “DVD VIDEO,” and “CD” logos are trademarks. Note about CDs/DVDs The player can play CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD- RWs recorded in the following formats: –...
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Notes • Notes about DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/ DVD-Rs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs Some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/DVD- Rs, or CD-Rs/CD-RWs cannot be played on this player due to the recording quality or physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of the recording device and authoring software. The disc will not play if it has not been correctly finalized.
Index to Parts and Controls For more information, see the pages indicated in parentheses. Front panel A [/1 (on/standby) button (25) B HDMI* (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) indicator (18, 62, 65, 72) Lights up when the HDMI OUT jack is correctly connected to a HDCP (High- bandwidth Digital Content Protection) compliant device with HDMI or DVI (Digital Visual Interface) input.
Front panel display When playing back a DVD VIDEO/DVD-VR mode disc Disc type Playing status Lights up during Current audio signal (42) Repeat Play (32) When playing back a VIDEO CD with Playback Control (PBC) (29) Disc type Playing status Lights up during A-B Repeat Play (33) When playing back a CD, DATA CD/DATA DVD (MP3 audio) or VIDEO CD (without PBC) Lights up during...
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Remote A TV [/1 (on/standby) button (58) B Z OPEN/CLOSE button (26) C Number buttons (28) The number 5 button has a tactile dot.* D CLEAR button (30) E TOP MENU button (28) F C/X/x/c buttons (28) G O RETURN button (26) REPLAY/STEP/ ADVANCE/STEP buttons (26, 35) I ./>...
Guide to the Control Menu Display Use the Control Menu to select a function and to view related information. Press DISPLAY repeatedly to turn on or change the Control Menu display as follows: Control Menu display 1 Control Menu display 2 (appears for certain discs only) Control Menu display off Control Menu display The Control Menu display 1 and 2 will show different items depending on the disc type.
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List of Control Menu items Item Item Name, Function TITLE (page 35)/SCENE (page 35)/TRACK (page 35) Selects the title, scene or track to be played. CHAPTER (page 35)/INDEX (page 35) Selects the chapter or index to be played. TRACK (page 35) Selects the track to be played.
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EFFECT (page 54) Selects the effects to be used for changing slides during a slide show. MODE (MP3, JPEG) (page 53) Selects the data type; MP3 audio track (AUDIO), JPEG image file (IMAGE) or both (AUTO) to be played when playing a DATA CD or DATA DVD. z Hint The Control Menu icon indicator lights up in green when you select any item...
Hookups Hooking Up the Player Follow steps 1 to 6 to hook up and adjust the settings of the player. Notes • Plug cords securely to prevent unwanted noise. • Refer to the instructions supplied with the components to be connected. •...
Step 3: Connecting the Video Cords/HDMI Cords Connect this player to your TV monitor, projector or AV amplifier (receiver) using a video cord. Select one of the patterns A through D, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector or AV amplifier (receiver).
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Green Blue If you are connecting to an HDMI/DVI input jack Use a certified Sony HDMI cord (not supplied) to enjoy high quality digital picture and sound through the HDMI OUT jack. To connect to a TV with DVI input Use an HDMI-DVI converter cord (not supplied).
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When connecting to a wide screen TV Depending on the disc, the image may not fit your TV screen. To change the aspect ratio, see page 62. Notes • Do not connect a VCR, etc., between your TV and the player. If you pass the player signals via the VCR, you may not receive a clear image on the TV screen.
Using the PROGRESSIVE button By using the PROGRESSIVE button on the front panel, you can select the signal format in which the player outputs video signals (Progressive or Interlace), and the conversion method for progressive signals. The PROGRESSIVE indicator lights up when the player outputs progressive signals.
Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords Select one of the following patterns A or B, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector or AV amplifier (receiver). This will enable you to listen to sound. (red) (white) (yellow)* LINE OUT VIDEO AUDIO...
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Connecting to audio L/R input jacks This connection will use your TV’s or stereo amplifier’s (receiver’s) two speakers for sound. Connect using the audio/video cord (supplied). Yellow White (L) Red (R) • Surround effect (page 43) TV: Dynamic Theater, Dynamic, Wide, Night Stereo amplifier (receiver): Standard, Night Connecting to a digital audio...
Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord Plug the player and TV power cords into an AC outlet. Step 6: Quick Setup Follow the steps below to make the minimum number of basic adjustments for using the player. To skip an adjustment, press >. To return to the previous adjustment, press .. Turn on the TV.
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Press X/x to select the setting that matches your TV type. If you have a 4:3 standard TV • 4:3 LETTER BOX or 4:3 PAN SCAN (page 62) If you have a wide-screen TV or a 4:3 standard TV with a wide-screen mode •...
Playing Discs Playing Discs Depending on the DVD or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your disc. RETURN Turn on your TV. Press [/1. The player turns on. Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen.
Additional operations CLEAR REPLAY ZOOM SLOW PLAY Operation Press x Stop Press X Pause Press X or H Resume play after pause Press > Go to the next chapter, track or scene in continuous play mode Press . Go back to the previous chapter, track or scene in continuous play mode...
Resuming Playback From the Point Where You Stopped the Disc Resume) The player stores the point where you stopped the disc for up to 6 discs and resumes playback the next time you insert the same disc. If you store a resume playback point for the 7th disc, the resume playback point for the first disc is deleted.
Using the DVD’s Menu A DVD is divided into long sections of a picture or a music feature called “titles.” When you play a DVD which contains several titles, you can select the title you want using the TOP MENU button. When you play DVDs that allow you to select items such as language for the sound and subtitles, select these items using the MENU...
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 RETURN Start playing a VIDEO CD with PBC functions. The menu for your selection appears. Press the number buttons to select the item number you want.
Various Play Mode Functions (Program Play, Shuffle Play, Repeat Play, A-B Repeat Play) You can set the following play modes: • Program Play (page 30) • Shuffle Play (page 32) • Repeat Play (page 32) • A-B Repeat Play (page 33) CLEAR Note The play mode is canceled when:...
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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 to select “02” under “T,” then press ENTER. PROGRAM ALL CLEAR 1. TITLE – – –...
Playing in random order (Shuffle Play) You can have the player “shuffle” titles, chapters or tracks. Subsequent “shuffling” may produce a different playing order. Press DISPLAY during playback. The Control Menu appears. Press X/x to select (SHUFFLE), then press ENTER. The options for “SHUFFLE”...
Press ENTER. Repeat Play starts. To return to normal play Press CLEAR or select “OFF” in step 3. z Hint You can set Repeat Play while the player is stopped. After selecting the “REPEAT” option, press H. Repeat Play starts. Notes •...
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. STEP Notes • Depending on the disc, you may not be able to do some of the operations described.
Watching frame by frame (Slow-motion Play) m or M Press when the player is in pause mode. To return to normal speed, press H. m or M Each time you press 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/DVD-VR mode...
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When playing a VIDEO CD or Super VCD without PBC Playback TRACK INDEX When playing a VIDEO CD or Super VCD with PBC Playback SCENE When playing a CD TRACK When playing a DATA CD/DATA DVD ALBUM TRACK (MP3 audio tracks only) FILE (JPEG image files only) Example: when you select CHAPTER...
Searching by Scene (PICTURE NAVIGATION) You can divide the screen into 9 subscreens and find the desired scene quickly. RETURN Press PICTURE NAVI during playback. The following display appears. CHAPTER VIEWER Press PICTURE NAVI repeatedly to select an item. • CHAPTER VIEWER (DVD VIDEO only): displays the first scene of each chapter.
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/CD text or track name (MP3 audio) recorded on the disc.
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Checking the play information of the disc To check the DVD/CD text Press TIME/TEXT repeatedly in step 2 to display text recorded on the DVD/CD. The DVD/CD text appears only when text is recorded in the disc. You cannot change the text.
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When playing a DATA CD/DATA DVD (MP3 audio) Playing time and number of the current track Track name Current album and track number (returns to top automatically) When playing a VIDEO CD (without PBC functions) or CD Playing time and number of the current track Remaining time of the current track...
Sound Adjustments Changing the Sound When playing a DVD VIDEO recorded in multiple audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital or DTS), you can change the audio format. If the DVD VIDEO is recorded with multilingual tracks, you can also change the language.
(L: left, R: right) without using actual rear speakers. TVS was developed by Sony to produce Rear (L/R) surround sound for home use using just a stereo TV.
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To cancel the setting Select “OFF” in step 2. TVS DYNAMIC THEATER Creates one set of LARGE virtual rear speakers and virtual subwoofer from the sound of the front speakers (L, R) without using actual rear speakers and subwoofer (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.
Enjoying Movies Changing the Angles If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on the DVD VIDEO, “ appears in the front panel display. This means that you can change the viewing angle. Press ANGLE during playback. The number of the angle appears on the display.
Adjusting the Playback Picture (CUSTOM PICTURE MODE) You can adjust the video signal of the DVD, VIDEO CD or DATA CD/DATA DVD in JPEG format from the player to obtain the picture quality you want. Choose the setting that best suits the program you are watching. When you select “MEMORY,”...
Press C/c to adjust the picture contrast. To go the next or previous picture item without saving the current setting, press X/x. Press ENTER. The adjustment is saved and “BRIGHTNESS” adjustment bar appears. Repeat step 2 and 3 to adjust “BRIGHTNESS,”...
To cancel the “SHARPNESS” setting Select “OFF” in step 3. Note This setting is not effective if you connect the player via the LINE OUT (VIDEO) or S VIDEO OUT jack and select “PROGRESSIVE AUTO” or “PROGRESSIVE VIDEO” by using the PROGRESSIVE button on the front panel.
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AV SYNC Press c repeatedly to adjust the delay. Each time you press C/c, the delay is adjusted by 10 milliseconds. Press ENTER. The selected setting takes effect. To reset the “AV SYNC” setting Press CLEAR in step 4. Notes •...
Enjoying MP3 Audio and JPEG Images About MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image Files MP3 is audio compression technology that satisfies the ISO/IEC MPEG regulations. JPEG is image compression technology. You can play DATA CDs/DATA DVDs that contain MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files.
When you insert a DATA CD/DATA DVD and press H, the numbered tracks (or files) are played sequentially, from 1 through 7. Any sub-albums/tracks (or files) 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 album...
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Selecting an album Press MENU. The list of albums on the disc appears. When an album is being played, its title is shaded. 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 &...
Selecting a JPEG image file After step 2 of “Selecting an album,” press PICTURE NAVI. The image files in the album appear in 16 subscreens. A scroll box is displayed on the right. To display the additional image, select the bottom images and press x. To return to the previous image, select the top images and press X.
Enjoying JPEG Images as a Slide Show You can play JPEG image files on a DATA CD or DATA DVD successively as a slide show. Press MENU. The list of albums on the DATA CD/ DATA DVD 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...
z Hints • To repeat both MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files in a single album, repeat the same MP3 audio track or album when “MODE (MP3, JPEG)” is set to “AUTO.” See “Playing repeatedly (Repeat Play)” (page 32) to repeat the track or album. •...
Using Various Additional Functions Locking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL) You can set two kinds of playback restrictions for a disc. • Custom Parental Control You can set playback restrictions so that the player will not play inappropriate discs. •...
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To turn off the Custom Parental Control function Follow steps 1 to 3 of “Custom Parental Control.” Press X/x to select “OFF t,” then press ENTER. Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER. To play a disc for which Custom Parental Control is set Insert the disc for which Custom Parental Control is set.
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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: Press X/x to select “STANDARD,” then press ENTER. The selection items for “STANDARD” are displayed. PARENTAL CONTROL LEVEL: STANDARD:...
Press C before you press ENTER and input the correct number. Controlling Your TV with the Supplied Remote You can control the sound level, input source, and power switch of your Sony TV with the supplied remote. Number buttons You can control your TV using the buttons below.
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Controlling other TVs with the remote You can control the sound level, input source, and power switch of non-Sony TVs as well. If your TV is listed in the table below, set the appropriate manufacturer’s code. While holding down TV [/1, press the number buttons to select your TV’s...
Settings and Adjustments Using the Setup Display By using the Setup Display, you can make various adjustments to items such as picture and sound. You can also set a language for the subtitles and the Setup Display, among other things. For details on each Setup Display item, see pages from 61 to 67.
Press X/x to select a setting, then press ENTER. The setting is selected and setup is complete. Example: “4:3 PAN SCAN” Selected setting SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: 4:3 PAN SCAN HDMI RESOLUTION: /RGB (HDMI): SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND: JACKET PICTURE BLACK LEVEL : BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT) 4:3 OUTPUT:...
Settings for the Display (SCREEN SETUP) Choose settings according to the TV to be connected. Select “SCREEN SETUP” in the Setup Display. To use the display, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 60). The default settings are underlined. SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: HDMI RESOLUTION: /RGB (HDMI):...
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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 CD or DATA CD/DATA DVD (MP3 audio) for more than 15 minutes. The screen saver will help prevent your display device from becoming damaged (ghosting).
Custom Settings SETUP) Use this to set up playback related and other settings. Select “CUSTOM SETUP” in the Setup Display. To use the display, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 60). The default settings are underlined. CUSTOM SETUP AUTO POWER OFF: AUTO PLAY: DIMMER: PAUSE MODE:...
AUDIO (HDMI) Selects the type of audio signal output from the HDMI OUT jack. AUTO Normally, select this. Outputs audio signals according to the “DIGITAL OUT” settings (page 66). Converts Dolby Digital, or 96 kHz/24 bit PCM signals to 48 kHz/16 bit PCM.
AUDIO FILTER Selects the 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 Provides a wide frequency range and spatial feeling.
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DOLBY Select this when the player is DIGITAL connected to an audio component with a built-in Dolby Digital decoder. Note If the HDMI OUT jack is connected to equipment not compatible with DOLBY DIGITAL signals, the “D-PCM” signals will be automatically output even when you select “DOLBY DIGITAL.”...
Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer (For customers in the USA only). Power The power is not turned on. , Check that the power cord is connected securely.
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No sound is output from the HDMI OUT jack , The HDMI OUT jack is connected to a DVI device (DVI jacks do not accept audio signals). Sound distortion occurs. , Set “AUDIO ATT” in “AUDIO SETUP” to “ON” (page 65). The sound volume is low.
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, Child Lock is set (page 26). The disc tray does not open and “TRAY LOCKED” appears on the front panel display. , Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. “Data error” appears on the TV screen when playing a DATA CD/DATA DVD.
E XX To prevent a malfunction, the (xx is a number) player has performed the self-diagnosis function. , Contact your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and give the 5- character service number. Example: E 61 10 Glossary...
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DVD VIDEO (page 7) 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 single- sided DVD is 4.7 GB (Giga Byte), which is 7 times that of a CD.
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Progressive JPEG Progressive JPEGs are used mostly on the internet. They are different from other JPEGs in that they “fade in” gradually instead of being drawn from top to bottom when displayed on a browser. This lets you view the image while it is being downloaded.
Operating humidity: 25 % to 80 % Supplied accessories See page 16. Specifications and design are subject to change without notice. NERGY As an Corporation has determined that this product meets the energy efficiency. is a U.S. registered mark. NERGY Partner, Sony NERGY guidelines for...
Language Code List For details, see pages 41, 44, 61. The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard. Code Language Code Language 1027 Afar 1183 Irish 1028 Abkhazian 1186 Scots Gaelic 1032 Afrikaans 1194 Galician 1039 Amharic 1196 Guarani 1044 Arabic 1203 Gujarati...
Index Numerics 16:9 62 4:3 LETTER BOX 62 4:3 PAN SCAN 62 48kHz/96kHz PCM 67 5.1 Channel Surround 42 A-B REPEAT 33 ADVANCE 26 ALBUM 36 Album 49 ANGLE 44 AUDIO 41 AUDIO ATT 65 AUDIO DRC 65 AUDIO FILTER 66 AUDIO SETUP 65 AUTO PLAY 64 AUTO POWER OFF 64...
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TV TYPE 62 TVS (TV Virtual Surround) 42 Usable discs 8 Video based software 20 VIDEO CD 7 ZOOM 26...
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Printed on 100% recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia...