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Sony SLV-D980P GI Operating Instructions Manual

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2-585-817-12 (1) GB
DVD Player/
Video Cassette
Recorder
Operating Instructions
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SLV-D980P GI
© 2005 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 2-585-817-12 (1) GB DVD Player/ Video Cassette Recorder Operating Instructions SLV-D980P GI © 2005 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 2: Warning

    Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station. WARNING Precautions Safety • This unit operates on 220 –...

  • Page 3: Welcome

    Welcome! Thank you for purchasing this Sony DVD Player/Video Cassette Recorder. Before operating this player, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. Caution For use of the VCR Television programmes, films, video tapes and other materials may be copyrighted.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 2 WARNING 3 Welcome! 3 Caution 6 About this manual 6 This player can play the following discs 8 Notes about discs Getting Started 9 Step 1 : Unpacking 10 Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander 12 Step 3 : Connecting the DVD-VCR 15 Step 4 : Setting up the DVD-VCR with the Auto Set Up function 17 Step 5 : Selecting a language...
  • Page 5 DVD Additional Operations 69 Using the DVD’s menu 71 Zooming into a scene 72 Changing the angles 74 Displaying the subtitle 75 Various play mode functions (Programme play, Shuffle play, Repeat play) 80 Changing the sound 81 Virtual surround setting 83 Playing an MP3 audio track 88 Playing JPEG image files 92 Playing VIDEO CDs with “PBC On/...

  • Page 6: About This Manual

    About this manual • This manual mainly explains operations using the remote, but the same operations can also be performed using the buttons on the DVD-VCR having the same or similar names. • “DVD” may be used as a general term for DVD VIDEOs, DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, and DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs.

  • Page 7: Region Code

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

  • Page 8: Notes About Discs

    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.

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Getting Started Step 1 : Unpacking Check that you have received the following items with the DVD-VCR: • Remote commander • Aerial cable • R6 (size AA) batteries Note • The supplied remote commander is for the exclusive use of this DVD-VCR. Unpacking...

  • Page 10: Step 2 : Setting Up The Remote Commander

    Using the remote commander You can use this remote commander to operate this DVD- VCR and a Sony TV. Buttons on the remote commander marked with a dot (•) can be used to operate your Sony TV. If the TV does not have the...
  • Page 11 Controlling other TVs with the remote commander The remote commander is preprogrammed to control non-Sony TVs. If your TV is listed in the following table, set the appropriate manufacturer’s code number. Set TV / DVD·VIDEO at the top of the remote commander to TV.

  • Page 12: Step 3 : Connecting The Dvd-Vcr

    Step 3 : Connecting the DVD-VCR Note that “Advanced Hookups” (page 53) explains additional hookup methods that will optimize the picture and sound for a true “hometheatre” experience. If your TV has a Scart (EURO-AV) connector, see page 13. If your TV does not have a Scart (EURO-AV) connector Disconnect the aerial cable from your TV and connect it to DVD-VCR.
  • Page 13 If your TV has a Scart (EURO-AV) connector AERIAL IN Scart (EURO-AV) : Signal flow Disconnect the aerial cable from your TV and connect it to panel of the DVD-VCR. Connect aerial input of your TV using the supplied aerial cable. Connect LINE-1 (EURO AV) on the DVD-VCR and the Scart (EURO-AV) connector on the TV with the optional...
  • Page 14 Additional connections To a satellite or digital tuner with Line Through Using the Line Through function, you can watch programmes from a satellite or digital tuner connected to this DVD-VCR on the TV even when the DVD-VCR is turned off. When you turn on the satellite or digital tuner, this DVD-VCR automatically sends the signal from the satellite or...

  • Page 15: Step 4 : Setting Up The Dvd-Vcr With The Auto Set Up Function

    Step 4 : Setting up the DVD-VCR with the Auto Set Up function Before using the DVD-VCR for the first time, set up the DVD-VCR using the Auto Set Up function. With this function, you can set TV channels, guide channels for the VIDEO Plus+ system, and DVD-VCR clock automatically.
  • Page 16 To cancel the Auto Set Up function Press SET UP. To change the RF channel If the picture does not appear clearly on the TV, change the RF channel on the DVD- VCR and TV. Select “Install” in the “OPTION” menu, then press V/v to select “Video Output CH.”...

  • Page 17: Step 5 : Selecting A Language

    Step 5 : Selecting a language You can change the on-screen display language. Before you start… • Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. • To control the DVD-VCR, set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO on the remote (page 10). •...

  • Page 18: Step 6 : Setting The Clock

    Step 6 : Setting the clock You must set the time and date on the DVD- VCR to use the timer features properly. The Auto Clock Set function works only if a station in your area is broadcasting a time signal.
  • Page 19 Press b to select the minutes and set the minutes by pressing V/v. ENTER Set the day, month, and year in sequence by pressing b to select the item to be set, and ENTER press V/v to select the digits, then press b. The day of the week is set automatically.

  • Page 20: Step 7 : Presetting Channels

    Step 7 : Presetting channels If some channels could not be preset using the Auto Set Up function, you can preset them manually. Before you start… • Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. • To control the DVD-VCR, set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO on the remote (page 10).
  • Page 21 Press V/v to select the row which you want to preset, then press b. ENTER To display other pages for programme positions 6 to 80, press V/v repeatedly. Press B/b repeatedly until the channel you want is displayed. ENTER Press V/v to select “NAME,” then press b. ENTER Enter the station name.
  • Page 22 If the picture is not clear If the picture is not clear, you may use the Manual Fine Tuning (MFT) function. After step 5, press V/v to select “MFT.” Press B/b to get a clear picture. Then press ENTER. • The DVD-VCR must receive channel information for station names to appear automatically. Note •...
  • Page 23 Press V/v to select “Install,” then press ENTER. ENTER The “INSTALL” menu appears. Press V/v to select “Manual Setup,” then press ENTER. ENTER Press V/v to select the row containing the programme position you want to change. ENTER To display other pages for programme positions 6 to 80, press V/v repeatedly.
  • Page 24 Disabling unwanted programme positions After presetting channels, you can disable unused programme positions. The disabled positions will be skipped later when you press the PROG +/– buttons. Before you start… • Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. • To control the DVD-VCR, set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO on the remote (page 10).
  • Page 25 Press V/v to select “Manual Setup,” then press ENTER. ENTER Press V/v to select the row which you want to disable. ENTER To display other pages for programme positions 6 to 80, press V/v repeatedly. Press CLEAR. CLEAR The selected row will be cleared as shown on the right.
  • Page 26 Changing the station names You can change or enter the station names (up to 4 characters). The DVD-VCR must receive channel information for station names to appear automatically. Before you start… • Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. • To control the DVD-VCR, set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO on the remote (page 10).
  • Page 27 Press V/v to select the row which you want to change or enter the station name, then press b. ENTER To display other pages for programme positions 6 to 80, press v/V repeatedly. Press V/v to select “NAME,” then press b. ENTER Enter the station name.

  • Page 28: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Playing discs Depending on the disc, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your disc. Before you start... • Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. • Set your TV to the video channel so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen.
  • Page 29 Press H. The disc tray closes and the DVD player starts playback. The display window shows the playback time.* Depending on the disc, a menu may appear on the TV screen. For DVDs, see page 69. For VIDEO CDs, see page 92. * “–...
  • Page 30 Locate a point quickly Watch slow motion in continuous play mode (DVD and VIDEO CD only) Replay the previous scene for 10 seconds in continuous play mode* (Instant Replay) Briefly fast forward the current scene for 30 seconds in continuous play mode* (Instant Advance) Stop play and remove the disc If you pause the DVD player for more than 5 minutes, the DVD player will automatically...
  • Page 31 Notes • No sound is output except for: – during normal play – during playback quickly or slowly with sound • You cannot perform playback quickly or slowly with sound when a virtual surround effect is set. • The fast reverse operation may not be possible for CD, MP3 and VIDEO CD depending on the recording method.
  • Page 32 Notes on playing DTS* sound tracks on a CD • When playing DTS-encoded CDs, no audio out will be output from the analogue stereo jacks. To avoid possible damage to the audio system, the consumer should take proper precautions when the analogue stereo jacks of the DVD player are connected to an amplification system. •...

  • Page 33: Guide To The On-Screen Display

    Guide to the on-screen display You can check disc information during playback. The displayed contents differ according to the type of disc being played. Press DISPLAY during playback. The following information appears; type of disc, current title/track, chapter, counter position, voice language, subtitle language and Custom AV Mode setting.
  • Page 34 To playback the desired title/track or chapter You can playback the desired title/track or chapter using this menu. Press V/v during playback to select the desired item. Press B/b to change the item. Press ENTER to start playback. Press DISPLAY or O RETURN to turn off the menu.
  • Page 35 Notes • The display may not change as operated depending on the disc. • The display window continue indicating the playing time even when the counter position information on the on-screen display is being changed. • The remaining time of the current track and the disc may not be indicated correctly for Copy Control CDs, CD EXTRA or CDs with jacket pictures on the disc, etc.

  • Page 36: Locking The Disc Tray (Child Lock)

    Locking the disc tray You can lock the disc tray so that the disc tray is not opened by mistake. To lock the disc tray When the DVD-VCR is turned on, press x, X and SELECT DVD on the unit at the same time.

  • Page 37: Playing A Tape

    Playing a tape Before you start... • Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. • Set your TV to the video channel so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen. • Set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO, then press SELECT VIDEO to control the VCR (page 10).
  • Page 38 Additional tasks Stop play Pause play∗ Resume play after pause Fast-forward the tape Rewind the tape Eject the tape * If you pause the VCR for more than 5 minutes, the VCR will automatically resume play. To turn off the power while rewinding (Rewind Shut Off) Press ?/1 while the tape is rewinding.
  • Page 39 To resume normal playback Press H. To set the colour system If the playback picture has no colour, or streaks appear during playback, set “Colour System” in the “USER SET” menu to conform to the system that the tape was recorded in (see page 107).

  • Page 40: Recording Tv Programmes

    Recording TV programmes Before you start... • Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. • Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen. • Set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO, then press SELECT VIDEO to control the VCR (page 10).
  • Page 41 • To record a normal channel, press PROG +/– until the programme • PROG/ TRACKING position number you want appears in the display window. INPUT SELECT • To record from other equipment connected to one or more of the LINE inputs, press INPUT SELECT until the connected line appears in the display window.
  • Page 42 To check the remaining time Press DISPLAY three times. With the display on, press DISPLAY again to check the remaining time. STEREO AUTO Time counter In order to get an accurate remaining time indication, be sure “Tape Select” in the “VIDEO SETUP”...
  • Page 43 To save a recording To prevent accidental erasure, break off the safety tab as illustrated. To record on the tape again, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape. Tips • To select a programme position, you can use the number buttons on the remote commander. For two-digit numbers, press -/-- (ten’s digit) followed by the number buttons.

  • Page 44: Recording Tv Programmes Using The Video Plus+ System

    Recording TV programmes using the VIDEO Plus+ The VIDEO Plus+ system is the feature that simplifies programming the VCR to make timer recordings. Just enter the PlusCode number listed in the TV programme guide. The date, times, and programme position of that programme are set automatically.
  • Page 45 Press V/v to select “VideoPlus,” then press ENTER. ENTER The “VideoPlus” menu appears. Press the number buttons to enter the PlusCode number. If you make a mistake, press CLEAR and re-enter the correct number. You can also press B to delete the last entered number.
  • Page 46 If you want to change the date, tape speed and the PDC setting: ENTER Press B/b to select the item you want to change. Press V/v to reset it. • To record the same programme every day or the same day every week, see “Daily/weekly recording”...
  • Page 47 To record satellite broadcasts If you connect the satellite tuner and the VCR, you can record satellite programmes. Turn on the satellite tuner. On the satellite tuner, select the satellite programme for which you want to make a timer setting. Keep the satellite tuner turned on until the VCR finishes recording the satellite programme for which you have made a timer setting.

  • Page 48: Recording Tv Programmes Using The Timer

    Recording TV programmes using the timer You can preset up to six programmes at a time. Before you start… • Check that the DVD-VCR clock is set to the correct time. • Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. • Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen.

  • Page 49: Timer

    Press V/v to select “Standard,” then press ENTER. ENTER The timer programming menu appears. Set the programme position, date, start and stop times, tape speed and PDC function: ENTER Press b to select each item in turn. Press V/v to set each item. To correct a setting, press B to return to that setting and reset.

  • Page 50: Timer

    To stop recording To stop the DVD-VCR while recording, press SELECT VIDEO and then press x. Daily/weekly recording In step 3 above, press v to select the recording pattern. Each time you press v, the indication changes as shown below. Press V to change the indication in reverse order. today t DLY t MO~SA t MO~FR t W-SA (every Saturday) ...

  • Page 51: Checking/Changing/Cancelling Timer Settings

    Checking/changing/cancelling timer settings Before you start… • Check that the DVD-VCR clock is set to the correct time. • Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. • Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen.
  • Page 52 Press V/v to select setting you want to change or cancel. ENTER • To change the setting, press B/b to select the item you want to change, and press V/v to change it. CLEAR • To cancel the setting, press CLEAR. Press ENTER to confirm the setting.

  • Page 53: Advanced Hookups

    Advanced Hookups A/V Receiver hookup A Use this hookup if your A/V receiver has 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 multi-channel audio (Dolby Digital) discs. * Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
  • Page 54 B Use this hookup if your A/V receiver has a Dolby Digital, MPEG audio or DTS* decoder, a digital input jack and 6 speakers This connection will allow you to use the Dolby Digital, MPEG audio or DTS decoder function of your AV amplifier (receiver). You are not able to enjoy the surround sound effects of this player.

  • Page 55: S-Video/Component Video Hookup

    S-Video/Component Video hookup Make audio connections using the OUT AUDIO L/R jacks or DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jacks when you use S-VIDEO/Component Video hookup. A Use this hookup if your TV has an S-VIDEO input jack Connect an S-VIDEO cord (not supplied). You will enjoy high quality images. DVD-VCR Audio cord (not supplied)
  • Page 56 In case of progressive scan picture problems, it is recommended that you switch the connection to the standard definition output. If there are questions regarding your Sony TV set’s compatibility with this DVD player, please contact our customer service center.

  • Page 57: Dvd Settings And Adjustments

    DVD Settings and Adjustments Audio Setup “Audio Setup” allows you to set the sound according to the playback and connection conditions. Press SET UP when the DVD player is in stop SET UP mode, then press V/v to select and press ENTER. ENTER Press V/v to select “Audio Setup,”...
  • Page 58 Press B/b to select an item. ENTER Press SET UP to exit the menu. SET UP Menu choices • Dolby Digital Selects the type of Dolby Digital signal. The default setting is indicated in bold print. D-PCM Dolby Digital • MPEG Selects the type of MPEG audio signal.
  • Page 59 • Audio DRC (Dynamic Range Control) 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: – OUT AUDIO L/R jacks – DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack only when “Dolby Digital”...

  • Page 60: Screen Setup

    Screen Setup “Screen Setup” allows you to set the screen according to the playback and connection conditions. Press SET UP when the DVD player is in stop SET UP mode, then press V/v to select and press ENTER. ENTER Press V/v to select “Screen Setup,” then press ENTER.
  • Page 61 Press B/b to select an item. ENTER Press SET UP to exit the menu. SET UP Menu choices • TV Type Selects the aspect ratio of the connected TV (4:3 standard or wide). The default setting is indicated in bold print. 4:3 Letter Box 4:3 Pan Scan 16:9...
  • Page 62 • DVD Component Out Selects whether or not to output DVD Component Out signals from the DVD Component Out jack on the rear panel of the player. The default setting is indicated in bold print. Notes • Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over the “DVD SETUP” menu settings and not all the functions described may work.
  • Page 63 Follow the instructions appearing on the screen. Ensure your TV is (525P/625P) Progressive Scan capable. Connect with Component Video Output jacks (red/green/blue connections). see “Use this hookup if your TV has component video input jacks” on page 56. Press B/b to select [OK] to test your video signal.

  • Page 64: Setting The Display Or Sound Track Language

    Setting the display or sound track language You can set various languages for the disc’s menu, sound track or subtitle. Press SET UP when the DVD player is in stop SET UP mode press ENTER ENTER Press V/v to select “Language Setup,” then press ENTER.
  • Page 65 Press V/v to select the language setup item from the displayed list: “DVD Menu,” “Audio,” or “Subtitle.” ENTER Then press ENTER. Press V/v to select the desired language, then press ENTER. • DVD MENU LANGUAGE ENTER You can select the desired language for the disc’s menu.

  • Page 66: Parental Control

    Parental Control 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. Press SET UP when the DVD player is in stop SET UP mode, then press V/v to select and press ENTER.
  • Page 67 Press b to select “Yes.” • If you have not entered a password ENTER The display for registering a new password appears. Enter a 4-digit password using the number buttons. The display for confirming the password appears. Re-enter the password. •...
  • Page 68 To change the password Select “Change Password” in step 4 on page 67. The display for entering a new password appears. Enter a new 4-digit password using the number buttons. The display for confirming the password appears. Re-enter the new password. To turn off the Parental Control function Set “Use Password”...

  • Page 69: Dvd Additional Operations

    DVD Additional Operations 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 VIDEO which contains several titles, you can select the title you want using the TOP MENU button. When you play DVD VIDEOs that allow you to select items such as the language for the subtitles and the language for the sound,...
  • Page 70 Press V/v/B/b to select the item you want to play or change, then press ENTER. ENTER You can also use the number buttons to select the item. Note • Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may not be able to use the TOP MENU button or search a point by setting the time.

  • Page 71: Zooming Into A Scene

    Zooming into a scene You can zoom into a scene during playback or still mode. To zoom into a JPEG image, see “Playing JPEG image files” on page 88. Press ZOOM. MUTING/ ZOOM “ ” appears. Press V/v/B/b to move “ ENTER Press ENTER repeatedly to change the magnification.

  • Page 72: Changing The Angles

    Changing the angles If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on the DVD VIDEO, “ appears in the display window. This means that you can change the viewing angle. Press ANGLE during playback. ANGLE The angle number appears on the display. The number after the slash indicates the total number of angles.
  • Page 73 Press B/b repeatedly or use the number buttons to select the angle number. The scene changes to the selected angle. ENTER Note • Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may not be able to change the angles even if multi- angles are recorded on the DVD VIDEO.

  • Page 74: Displaying The Subtitle

    Displaying the subtitle If subtitles are recorded on the disc, you can change the subtitles or turn them on and off whenever you want while playing a DVD. Press SUBTITLE during playback. SUBTITLE/ TIMER Press B/b repeatedly to select the language. Depending on the DVD, the choice of language varies.

  • Page 75: Various Play Mode Functions (Programme Play, Shuffle Play, Repeat Play)

    Various play mode functions play, Shuffle play, Repeat play) You can set the following play modes: • Programme play (page 75), Programme play MP3 audio tracks (page 85) • Shuffle play (page 77), Shuffle play MP3 audio tracks (page 86) •...

  • Page 76: Programme Play, Shuffle Play

    Press B/b to select “PROGRAM,” then press ENTER. ENTER Press V/v/B/b to select the track number you want to programme, then press ENTER. ENTER To programme other tracks, repeat step 3. The programmed track numbers are displayed in the selected order. Press H to start programme play.

  • Page 77: Repeat Play

    Playing in random order (Shuffle play) You can shuffle the playback order of tracks. Subsequent “shuffling” may produce a different playing order. To shuffle MP3 audio tracks, see page 86. Press REPEAT when the DVD player is in stop REPEAT/ INDEX mode.

  • Page 78: Programme Play, Shuffle Play

    Playing repeatedly (Repeat play) You can play all of the titles or tracks on a disc or a single title, chapter, or track repeatedly. Press REPEAT during playback. REPEAT/ INDEX Press REPEAT or B/b to select the item to be repeated. REPEAT/ INDEX When playing a DVD...

  • Page 79: Programme Play, Shuffle Play

    To return to normal play Select “Off” in step 2 or press CLEAR during repeat play. • When you press x during repeat play, repeat play is cancelled. Notes • You cannot repeat play with DVD-RW in VR mode. • You cannot repeat play VIDEO CDs with PBC function on. See “Playing VIDEO CDs with “PBC On/Off”...

  • Page 80: Changing The Sound

    Changing the sound When playing a DVD recorded in multiple audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital, MPEG or DTS), you can change the audio format. If the DVD is recorded with multilingual tracks, you can also change the language. With 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.

  • Page 81: Virtual Surround Setting

    Virtual surround setting When you connect a stereo TV or 2 front speakers, SURROUND lets you enjoy surround sound effects by using sound imaging to create virtual rear speakers from the sound of the front speakers without using actual rear speakers. Press SURROUND during playback.
  • Page 82 To cancel the setting Select “Off” in step 2. Notes • When the playing signal does not contain a signal for the rear speakers, the surround effects will be difficult to hear. • When you activate the surround effect, turn off the surround setting of the connected TV or amplifier (receiver).

  • Page 83: Playing An Mp3 Audio Track

    Playing an MP3 audio track You can play back DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/ CD-Rs/CD-RWs) or DATA DVDs (DVD- ROMs/DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-RWs/ DVD-Rs) recorded in MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) format. Press Z and place a DATA CD or DATA DVD on the disc tray, then press Z to close the tray. When you load a DATA CD or DATA DVD which contains MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files, “Select a Media Type”...
  • Page 84 Press V/v to select “MP3,” then press ENTER. ENTER The first track starts playing. Press x if necessary. Press O RETURN, then press V/v to select the desired directory in the left column, then press ENTER. RETURN ENTER Press V/v to select the desired track in the right column, then press ENTER.
  • Page 85 Notes • Only the letters in the alphabet and numbers can be used for album or track names. Anything else is displayed as an asterisk. • Up to 12 alphanumeric characters can be displayed for album or track names. • ID3 tags cannot be displayed. To programme MP3 audio tracks Press x twice, then press REPEAT.
  • Page 86 To return to normal play Press CLEAR during programme play. • You cannot repeat play while in programme play. To shuffle MP3 audio tracks Press x twice, then press REPEAT. Press B/b to select “SHUFFLE,” then press ENTER. To return to normal play Press CLEAR during shuffle play.
  • Page 87 The Playback order of MP3 audio tracks The playback order of albums and tracks recorded on a DATA CD or DATA DVD is as follows. • Structure of disc contents Tree 1 Tree 2 Tree 3 Tree 4 When you insert a DATA CD or DATA DVD and press H, the numbered tracks are played sequentially, from through currently selected album does not take priority over the next album in the same tree.

  • Page 88: Playing Jpeg Image Files

    Playing JPEG image files You can play JPEG image files on DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs) or DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/ DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs). Press Z and place a DATA CD or DATA DVD on the disc tray, then press Z to close the tray. When you load a DATA CD or DATA DVD which contains MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files, “Select a Media Type”...
  • Page 89 Press V/v to select “JPEG,” then press ENTER. ENTER The “Album” display will appears. If you do not press ENTER after selecting a media type, the selected media will be automatically played. Press ./> to select the next/previous album page, then press V/v/ B/b to select an image in the “Album”...
  • Page 90 To zoom in an image Press V/v/B/b to select an image in the “Album” display, then press ENTER. Press B/b to select “ “ ” appears. Press V/v/B/b to move “ you want to zoom in. Press ENTER repeatedly to change the magnification.

  • Page 91: About Jpeg Image Files

    About JPEG image files You can play back DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs) or DATA DVDs (DVD- ROMs/DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs) recorded in JPEG format. However, the discs must be recorded according to ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2 or Joliet format and DATA DVDs of Universal Disk Format (UDF) for the player to recognize the tracks (or files).

  • Page 92: Playing Video Cds With "Pbc On/Off" Functions

    Playing VIDEO CDs with “PBC On/Off” functions The PBC (Playback control) function allows you to search and perform other operations interactively. PBC playback follows a selection menu displayed on your TV screen. Press MENU to select “PBC On.” The menu for your selection appears. MENU Playing VIDEO CDs with “PBC On/Off”...

  • Page 93: Off" Functions

    Press V/v to select the item number you want. You can also use the number buttons to select the item number and track. ENTER Press ENTER. ENTER 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.

  • Page 94: Vcr Additional Operations

    VCR Additional Operations Quick Timer Recording After you have started recording, you can have the VCR stop recording automatically after a specified duration. While recording, press z REC. Press z REC repeatedly to set the duration time. In SP mode Each press advances the time in increments of 30 minutes.
  • Page 95 To extend the duration Press z REC repeatedly to set a new duration time. To cancel the duration Press z REC repeatedly until the indicator disappears and the VCR returns to normal recording mode. To stop while recording Press x. Notes •...

  • Page 96: Recording Stereo And Bilingual Programmes

    Recording stereo and bilingual programmes In the NICAM system This VCR receives and records stereo and bilingual programmes based on the NICAM system (NICAM appears on the TV screen). When a stereo or bilingual programme is received, the STEREO indicator appears in the display window. To record a NICAM programme, “NICAM”...
  • Page 97 Selecting the sound during Hi-Fi playback Press AUDIO to select the sound you want. To listen to Stereo Left channel Right channel Mix sound* Mono sound * The mixed sound of left and right channels, and the normal mono audio track How sound is recorded on a video tape The VCR records sound onto two separate tracks.

  • Page 98: Searching Using Index Function

    Searching using index function The VCR automatically marks the tape with an index signal at the point where each recording begins. Use these signals as references to find a specific recording. To find a specific recording by scanning (Index scan) Insert an indexed tape into the tape compartment.
  • Page 99 To search a specific recording (Index search) Insert an indexed tape into the VCR. Press INDEX, then press m/M twice. REPEAT/ INDEX • To search ahead, press M twice. • To search backwards, press m twice. Press m/M depending on the direction where your desired programme is located.

  • Page 100: Adjusting The Picture (Tracking)

    Adjusting the picture Adjusting the tracking Although the VCR automatically adjusts the tracking when playing a tape, distortion may occur if the recording is in poor condition. In this case, manually adjust the tracking. During playback, press TRACKING +/– to display the tracking meter.
  • Page 101 Press V/v to select “User Set,” then press ENTER. ENTER Press V/v to select “Smart Trilogic,” then press b. ENTER Press V/v to set “SMART TRILOGIC” to “ON” or “OFF.” ENTER • ON: Picture sharpness is automatically adjusted. • OFF: Adjust the picture sharpness manually.

  • Page 102: Changing Menu Options

    Changing menu options Press SET UP when the DVD player is in stop SET UP mode, then press V/v to select (OPTION) or ENTER. ENTER Press V/v to select the option to change. ENTER Changing menu options (VIDEO) and press SET UP V/v/B/b ENTER...
  • Page 103 Press B/b to change the setting. ENTER Press SET UP to exit the menu. SET UP Menu choices The default settings are indicated in bold print. OPTION Menu option Auto Power Off Screen Messages Power Save VIDEO SETUP Menu option Tape Select Repeat Play Notes...

  • Page 104: Editing

    Editing How to connect to record on this VCR Connect the line outputs of the other VCR to the input connector of this VCR. Refer to the examples A through C and choose the connection that best suits your VCR. Example A Other VCR (Player) Scart...
  • Page 105 Example C Other VCR (Player) Scart (EURO-AV) Scart cable (not supplied) : Signal flow How to connect to a stereo system Connect the LINE-2 IN t/o L/R jacks on this DVD-VCR to the audio output jacks on the stereo system, using an audio cord (not supplied). Notes •...
  • Page 106 Operation (when recording on this VCR) Before you start editing • Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel. • Press INPUT SELECT to display the connected line in the display window. • Press SELECT VIDEO to control the VCR.

  • Page 107: Additional Information

    Additional Information General setup information Changing setup options Press SET UP when the DVD player is in stop SET UP mode, then press V/v to select (OPTION) and press ENTER. ENTER Press V/v to select “User Set,” then press ENTER. ENTER The “USER SET”...
  • Page 108 Press B/b to change the setting. When changing the “RF Output Channel,” confirmation messages will ENTER appear. Press ENTER to confirm the messages. Press SET UP to exit the menu. SET UP Menu choices Initial settings are indicated in bold print. Menu option Colour System NICAM...

  • Page 109: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you have any questions or problems not covered below, please consult your nearest Sony service facility. General Troubleshooting Symptom The ?/1 (on/standby) switch does not function. The power is turned on but the DVD- VCR does not operate.
  • Page 110 DVD Troubleshooting Symptom There is no picture/picture noise appears. Even though you set the aspect ratio in “TV Type” of the “SCREEN SETUP” menu the picture does not fill the screen. There is no picture from your VCR connected to the LINE IN jacks. There is no sound.
  • Page 111 Symptom The sound volume is low. The disc does not play. The MP3 audio track cannot be played (page 83). The JPEG image file cannot be played. The title of the MP3 audio album/ track or JPEG image album/file is not correctly displayed.
  • Page 112 Symptom The language for the sound track cannot be changed. The subtitle language cannot be changed or turned off. The angles cannot be changed. The player does not operate properly. • When static electricity, etc., causes the player to operate Troubleshooting Remedy •...
  • Page 113 • The video heads are dirty (see the last page of Troubleshooting). Clean the video heads using a Sony video head cleaning cassette. If a Sony cleaning cassette is not available in your area, have the heads cleaned at your nearest Sony service facility (a standard service charge will be required).
  • Page 114 Symptom The timer does not operate. The PDC function does not operate properly. A tape cannot be inserted. The selected input line connector number does not appear in the display window. The VCR mechanism needs to be cleaned. Symptoms caused by contaminated video heads •...

  • Page 115: Glossary

    Glossary Chapter (page 33) 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. Dolby Digital (pages 54 and 58) Digital audio compression technology developed by Dolby Laboratories.
  • Page 116 Interlace format 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.

  • Page 117: Specifications

    Specifications System Laser Semiconductor laser Signal format system PAL/(NTSC) Channel coverage PAL (I) VHF IA to IJ, SA10 to SA13 UHF E21 to E69 CATV S01 to S05, S1 to S20 HYPER S21 to S41 RF output signal UHF channels 21 to 69 Aerial out 75-ohm asymmetrical aerial socket Tape speed...

  • Page 118: Index To Parts And Controls

    Index to parts and controls Refer to the pages indicated in parentheses ( ) for details. Front panel A ?/1 (on/standby) switch (11) (31) (38) B PROGRESSIVE indicator (56) (62) C Disc tray (28) D A (open/close) button (28) (30) E Tape compartment (37) F A (eject) button (38) G z REC (record) button (41)

  • Page 119: Display Window

    Display window A DVD indicator (29) B Angle indicator (72) C Record indicator (41) D VIDEO indicator (37) E Tape indicator (37) F Timer indicator (46) G STEREO indicator (96) H Playing time/clock/current status indicator (29) (37) I SURR (surround) indicator (81) J DTS indicator (58) K Disc indicator (29) Index to parts and controls...

  • Page 120: Rear Panel

    Rear panel DVD player and VCR A Mains lead (12) B OUT AUDIO L/R/VIDEO jacks (53) (in from aerial) connector (12) (out to tv) connector (12) E LINE-3 connector (14) F LINE-1 (EURO AV) connector (13) Index to parts and controls DVD player only G LINE OUT AUDIO L/R jacks (55) H COMPONENT VIDEO OUT C...
  • Page 121 Remote commander for DVD A Z (open/close) button (28) (30) B TV / DVD·VIDEO switch (10) C SELECT DVD button (10) D Number buttons* (11) (67) E CLEAR button (25) (76) F SURROUND button (81) G SET UP button (16) H SUBTITLE button (74) I AUDIO button* (80) SKIP button (29)
  • Page 122 Remote commander for VCR Index to parts and controls A Z (eject) button (38) B TV / DVD·VIDEO switch (10) C SELECT VIDEO button (10) D Number buttons* (11) E CLEAR button (25) (39) F SET UP button (16) G TIMER button (48) H AUDIO button* (96) SKIP button (38) REPLAY button (38)

  • Page 123: Dvd Audio/Subtitle Language

    DVD Audio/Subtitle Language Abbreviation Language Arabic Bulgarian Chinese Croatian Czech Danish German English Spanish Finish French Greek Hungarian Indonesian Hindi Icelandic Italian Hebrew Japanese Korean Malay Dutch Norwegian Polish Portuguese Russian Swedish Thai Turkish Vietnamese Afrikaans DVD Audio/Subtitle Language...

  • Page 124: Index

    DOLBY DIGITAL 53 DTS 54 DVD 6 Editing 104 EP mode 38 Handling discs 8 Hi-fi audio track 97 Sony Corporation Printed in Indonesia Index scan 98 Instant Advance 30 Instant Replay 30 Instant Skip 38 JPEG 6 Language selecting 17...

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