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Sony SLV-D910B Operating Instructions Manual

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3-084-916-E2 (1) GB
DVD Player/
Video Cassette
Recorder
Operating Instructions
PAL SECAM
SLV-D950B
SLV-D910B
© 2003 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 3-084-916-E2 (1) GB DVD Player/ Video Cassette Recorder Operating Instructions PAL SECAM SLV-D950B SLV-D910B © 2003 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 2: Warning

    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. Mains lead must only be changed at a qualified service shop.

  • 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 7 Notes about discs Getting Started 8 Step 1 : Unpacking 9 Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander 11 Step 3 : Connecting the DVD-VCR 13 Step 4 : Setting up the DVD-VCR with the Auto Set Up function 15 Step 5 : Selecting a language...
  • Page 5 DVD Additional Operations 73 Using the DVD’s menu 75 Zooming into a scene 76 Changing the angles 77 Displaying the subtitle 78 Various play mode functions (Programme play, Shuffle play, Repeat play) 82 Changing the sound 83 Virtual surround setting 85 Playing an MP3 audio track 89 Playing JPEG image files 93 Playing VIDEO CDs with “MENU...

  • Page 6: About This Manual

    About this manual • The meaning of the icons used in this manual is described below: Icon Meaning Functions available for DVD VIDEOs and DVD-RWs/ DVD-Rs in video mode or DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs Functions available for VIDEO CDs, Super VCDs or CD-Rs/ CD-RWs in video CD format or Super VCD format Functions available for DATA...

  • Page 7: Notes About Discs

    Note 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. Furthermore, the disc will not play if it has not been correctly finalized.

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    • Aerial cable Check your model name The instructions in this manual are for the 2 models: SLV-D950B and SLV-D910B. Check your model name by looking at the rear panel of your DVD-VCR. SLV-D950B is the model used for illustration purposes. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “SLV-D950B only”.

  • Page 9: 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 10 Now you can use the ?/1, VOL +/–, PROG +/–, MUTING , TV/VIDEO, 0-9 and -/-- buttons to control your TV. You can also use the buttons marked with a dot (•) to control a Sony TV. To control the DVD-VCR, reset TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO.

  • Page 11: Step 3 : Connecting The Dvd-Vcr

    Step 3 : Connecting the DVD-VCR Note that “Advanced Hookups” (page 59) explains additional hookup methods that will optimize the picture and sound for a true “hometheatre” experience. ANTENNE ENTREE PERITEL : Signal flow Disconnect the aerial cable from your TV and connect it to panel of the DVD-VCR.
  • Page 12 Additional connection 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 13: 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 ShowView system , and DVD-VCR clock automatically.
  • Page 14 Press B/b to select your country, then press ENTER. ENTER The DVD-VCR starts searching for all of the receivable channels and presets them (in the appropriate order for your local area). If you want to change the order of the channels or disable unwanted programme positions, see “Changing/disabling programme positions”...

  • Page 15: Step 5 : Selecting A Language

    Step 5 : Selecting a language If you prefer an on-screen language other than French, use the on-screen display to select another 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 9).

  • Page 16: 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 17 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 press V/v to select the digits, then press b. ENTER The day of the week is set automatically.

  • Page 18: 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 9).
  • Page 19 Press V/v to select “Installation Manuelle”, then press ENTER. ENTER 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 V/v to select “SYS.” if necessary. ENTER Press B/b to set “L/L’”...
  • Page 20 Enter the station name. Press V/v to select a character. ENTER Each time you press V, the character changes as shown below. A t B t … t Z t 0 t 1 t … t 9 Press b to set the next character. The next space flashes.

  • Page 21: Changing/Disabling Programme Positions

    Changing/disabling programme positions After setting the channels, you can change the programme positions as you like. If any programme positions are unused or contain unwanted channels, you can disable them. You can also change the station names. If the station names are not displayed, you can enter them manually.
  • Page 22 Press V/v to select “Installation Manuelle”, 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. Press ENTER, then press V/v to move to the desired programme position.
  • Page 23 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 9).
  • Page 24 Press V/v to select “Installation Manuelle”, 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 25: Before You Start

    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 9).
  • Page 26 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 “NOM”, then press b. ENTER Enter the station name.

  • Page 27: Setting The Canal Plus Decoder

    Setting the Canal Plus decoder You can watch or record Canal Plus programmes if you connect a decoder (not supplied) to the DVD-VCR. Connecting a decoder ANTENNE ENTREE Aerial cable (supplied) PERITEL PERITEL cable (supplied) : Signal flow PERITEL cable (not supplied) PERITEL LINE-3...
  • Page 28 Setting Canal Plus channels To watch or record Canal Plus programmes, set your DVD-VCR to receive the channels using the on-screen display. In order to set the channels correctly, be sure to follow all of the steps below. Before you start… •...
  • Page 29 Press V/v to select the row which you want to set for the decoder, then press b. ENTER To display positions 6 to 80, press V/v repeatedly. Press V/v to select “SYS.” if necessary. ENTER Press B/b to set “L/L’” or “B/G” if necessary. •...
  • Page 30 Notes • To superimpose subtitles while watching Canal Plus programmes, make both decoder-VCR and VCR-TV connections using 21-pin PERITEL cables that are compatible with the RGB signals. You cannot record subtitles on the VCR. • When you watch Canal Plus programmes through the RFU input of the TV, press TV/VIDEO so that the VCR indicator appears in the display window.

  • Page 31: 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 32: Additional Tasks

    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 73. For VIDEO CDs, see page 93. * “–...
  • Page 33 To locate a point quickly by playing a disc in fast forward or fast reverse in continuous play mode (DVD, VIDEO CD and CD only) Press m or M. For DVD or VIDEO CD, each time you press the button, the playback speed changes as follows.
  • Page 34 Notes on playing DVDs with a DTS sound track • DTS audio signals are output only through the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) jack. • When you play a DVD with DTS sound tracks, set “DTS” to “Oui” in “Options Audio” menu (page 63).

  • Page 35: 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. The following information appears; type of disc, current title/track, chapter, counter position, voice language, subtitle language and surround setting. Refer to “DVD Audio/Subtitle Language”...
  • Page 36 To playback from the desired title/track counter position Press V/v to select the counter position icon. Enter the desired elapsed playing time of the current title/track using the number buttons. Press ENTER to start playback. Press DISPLAY or O RETURN to turn off the menu.

  • 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 9).
  • 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 play a recently watched scene You can immediately rewind and playback the scene you want to watch again.
  • Page 39 To resume normal playback Press H. To set the colour system If the playback picture has no colour, or streaks appear during palyback, set the “Syst. Couleur” option in the “REGLAGES UTILISATEUR” menu to conform to the system that the tape was recorded in (see page 110) (Normally set the option to “Auto”).

  • 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 9).
  • Page 41 • To record a normal channel, press PROG +/– until the programme • PROG/ TRACKING position number you want appears in the display window. INPUT • To record from a decoder or other source connected to one or more of the SELECT LINE inputs, press INPUT SELECT until the connected line appears in the display window.

  • Page 42: Maximum Recording Time

    In order to get an accurate remaining time indication, be sure “Sélect. Cassette” in the “REGLAGE DE LA FONCTION VIDEO” menu is set according to the tape type you use (see page 105). Maximum Recording Time Tape Length E-180 E-240 E-260 E-300 To watch another TV programme while recording...
  • Page 43 Notes • If a tape has portions recorded in both PAL (SECAM, MESECAM) and NTSC systems, the time counter reading will not be correct. This discrepancy is due to the difference between the counting cycles of the two video systems. •...

  • Page 44: Recording Tv Programmes Using The Showview System (Slv-D950B Only)

    Recording TV programmes using the ShowView ® The ShowView system is the feature that simplifies programming the VCR to make timer recordings. Just enter the ShowView 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 “ShowView”, then press ENTER. ENTER The “ShowView” menu appears. Press the number buttons to enter the ShowView 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: To Stop Recording

    If you want to change the date, tape speed and the VPS/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 watch another TV programme after setting the timer Press TV/VIDEO to display “TV” in the display window. If your TV is connected to the VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to the TV’s aerial input; if not, skip this step. Select another channel on the TV.

  • 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 Press TIMER. SUBTITLE/ TIMER • SLV-D950B The “OPTIONS PROG.” menu appears. • SLV-D910B The timer programming menu appears. Step 2 is skipped. SLV-D950B only Press V/v to select “Normal”, then press ENTER ENTER. The timer programming menu appears. Set the date, start and stop times, programme...
  • Page 50 Press ENTER to confirm all settings. ENTER Press ?/1 to turn off the DVD-VCR. recording. To record from a decoder or other source, leave the connected equipment switched on. 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.
  • Page 51 To watch another TV programme after setting the timer Press TV/VIDEO to display “TV” in the display window. If your TV is connected to the VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to the TV’s aerial input; if not, skip this step. Select another channel on the TV.

  • Page 52: Recording Tv Programmes Using Dial Timer (Slv-D950B Only)

    Recording TV programmes using DIAL TIMER (SLV-D950B only) The Dial Timer function allows you to make timer recordings of programmes without turning on your TV. Set the recording timer to record up to six programmes that will be broadcast within a month using DIAL TIMER.
  • Page 53 Press DIAL TIMER to set the start time. DIAL TIMER “START” and the next quarter hour increment appear alternately in the display window. Turn DIAL TIMER to set the recording start time. DIAL TIMER You can set the recording start time in 15 minute intervals or adjust the time in one minute intervals by pressing the PROGRAM +/–...
  • Page 54 Press DIAL TIMER The current programme position number flashes in the display window. Turn DIAL TIMER To record from a source connected to the LINE-1 connector, LINE-2 IN jacks or LINE-3 connector, turn SELECT to display “L1”, “L2” or “L3”. INPUT SELECT Press...
  • Page 55 To set the clock Hold down DIAL TIMER so that DAY indicator appears in the display window. However, if the clock has already been set, the current setting appears. Turn DIAL TIMER to set the day. Press DIAL TIMER. MONTH indicator appears in the display window. Turn and press DIAL TIMER to set the month and then the year.

  • Page 56: 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 57 Press SET UP, then press V/v to select SET UP (TIMER) and press ENTER. • SLV-D950B The “OPTIONS PROG.” menu appears. ENTER • SLV-D910B The timer programming menu appears. Step 2 is skipped. SLV-D950B only Press V/v to select “Normal”, then press ENTER. ENTER •...
  • Page 58 When the timer settings overlap The programme that starts first has priority and the second programme starts recording only after the first programme has finished. If the programmes start at the same time, the programme listed first in the menu has priority. Programme 1 Programme 2 Programme 1...

  • Page 59: 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 60 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 61: Video Hookup

    S-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 hookup. 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 Coaxial Audio cord...

  • Page 62: Dvd Settings And Adjustments

    DVD Settings and Adjustments Audio Setup “Options Audio” 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 “Options Audio”, then press ENTER.

  • Page 63: Menu Choices

    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 64 • 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 65: Screen Setup

    Screen Setup “Réglage de L’écran” 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 “Réglage de L’écran”, then press ENTER.
  • Page 66 Press B/b to select an item. ENTER Press SET UP to exit the menu. SET UP Menu choices • Type TV 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 67 Notes • Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over the “REGLAGE DU DVD” menu settings and not all the functions described may work. • Depending on the DVD, “4:3 Letter Box” may be selected automatically instead of “4:3 Pan Scan”...

  • Page 68: 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 “Réglage de la langue”, then press ENTER.
  • Page 69 Press V/v to select the desired language, then press ENTER. • LANGUE DE MENU DVD ENTER You can select the desired language for the disc’s menu. • LANGUE DE LA BANDE SON Switches the language of the sound track. When you select “Originale”, the language given priority in the disc is selected.

  • Page 70: Parental Control

    Parental Control Playback of some DVDs 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 71 Press b to select “Oui”. • 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 72: To Change The Password

    To change the password Select “Modif. Code Secret” in step 4 on page 71. 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 “Utiliser le Code”...

  • Page 73: 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 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 the language for the subtitles and the language for the sound,...
  • Page 74 Press ENTER. ENTER To turn off the DVD’s menu Press x. Note • Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to use the TOP MENU button. Using the DVD’s menu...

  • Page 75: 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 89. Press ZOOM. MUTING/ ZOOM “ ” appears. Press V/v/B/b to move “ ENTER Press ENTER repeatedly to change the magnification.

  • Page 76: Changing The Angles

    Changing the angles If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on the DVD, “ the display when you press ANGLE during playback. This means that you can change the viewing angle. Press ANGLE during playback. ANGLE/ SQPB The angle number appears on the display. The number after the slash indicates the total number of angles.

  • Page 77: 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. SUBTITLE/ Press SUBTITLE during playback. TIMER Press B/b repeatedly to select the language. Depending on the DVD, the choice of language varies.

  • Page 78: 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 78) • Shuffle play (page 80) • Repeat play (page 81) Note • The play mode is cancelled when: – you open the disc tray –...
  • Page 79 Press B/b to select “PROGRAMMATION”, 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 80: Playing In Random Order (Shuffle Play)

    Playing in random order (Shuffle play) You can shuffle the playback order of tracks. Subsequent “shuffling” may produce a different playing order. Press PROGRAM when the DVD player is in REPEAT/ PROGRAM stop mode. Press B/b to select “ALEATOIRE”, then press ENTER.

  • Page 81: Playing Repeatedly (Repeat 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/ PROGRAM Press REPEAT to select the item to be repeated. REPEAT/ PROGRAM When playing a DVD •...

  • Page 82: 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, 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...

  • Page 83: 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. This function is designed to work with the OUT AUDIO L/R jacks.
  • Page 84 Notes • Surround effects cannot be obtained for DTS or linear PCM. • 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 85: Playing An Mp3 Audio Track

    Playing an MP3 audio track You can play back DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/ CD-Rs/CD-RWs) recorded in MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) format. Press Z and place a DATA CD on the disc tray, then press Z to close the tray. When you load a DATA CD which contains MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files, “Sélectionnez le type de media”...
  • Page 86 Press V/v then press ENTER, or press ./> to select the desired track. ENTER The selected track starts playing. When a track or album is being played, its title is shaded. The playing track number appears on the display window. To change the album, press O RETURN.
  • Page 87 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.
  • Page 88 Tips • If you add numbers (01, 02, 03, etc.) to the front of the track file names, the tracks will be played in that order. • A disc with many trees takes longer to start playback. Some discs with many trees cannot be played back.

  • Page 89: Playing Jpeg Image Files

    Playing JPEG image files You can play JPEG image files on DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs). Press Z and place a DATA CD on the disc tray, then press Z to close the tray. When you load a DATA CD which contains MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files, “Sélectionnez le type de media”...
  • Page 90 Press ./> to select the next/previous album page, then press V/v/ B/b to select an image in the “Album” display. To display the selected image Press ENTER. The selected image number appears in the display window. ENTER To display the next/previous image, press ./>.

  • Page 91: About Jpeg Image Files

    To enjoy the Slide show Press V/v/B/b to select an image in the “Album” display, then press ENTER. Press B/b to select “ ”, then press ENTER. The “Intervalle” menu appears. Press B/b to select the desired playing speed, then press ENTER.
  • Page 92 • If you add numbers (01, 02, 03, etc.) to the front of the file names, the files will be played in that order. Notes • The system can play the extension “.JPG” or “.JPEG”. • Some CD-Rs or CD-RWs cannot be played on this system depending on file format. •...

  • Page 93: Playing Video Cds With "Menu Oui/Non" Functions

    Playing VIDEO CDs with “MENU OUI/NON” 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. The “MENU OUI” function is the PBC function. Start playing a VIDEO CD with “MENU OUI”.
  • Page 94 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. To return to the menu Press O RETURN. To play using “MENU NON” Press MENU to select “MENU NON”.

  • Page 95: Vcr Additional Operations

    VCR Additional Operations Playing a tape with SQPB function The SQPB (Super VHS Quasi Playback) function is only for playing a Super VHS format tape. Insert a Super VHS format tape. Press H. Press SQPB to start SQPB. ANGLE/ SQPB Notes •...

  • Page 96: Quick Timer Recording

    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. In LP mode Each press advances the time as shown below.
  • Page 97 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. Note •...

  • Page 98: Recording Stereo And Bilingual Programmes

    Recording stereo and bilingual programmes In the ZWEITON (German stereo) system This VCR automatically receives and records stereo and bilingual programmes based on the ZWEITON system. When a stereo or bilingual programme is received, the STEREO indicator appears in the display window. To select bilingual sound while recording Press AUDIO to select the sound you want.
  • Page 99 To select the sound while recording Press AUDIO to select the sound you want. Stereo programmes To listen to Stereo Left channel Right channel Left and right channels Usually the mixed sound of left and right channels Bilingual programmes To listen to Main Main and sub Standard sound...
  • Page 100 How sound is recorded on a video tape The VCR records sound onto two separate tracks. Hi-fi audio is recorded onto the main track along with the picture. Monaural sound is recorded onto the normal audio track along the edge of the tape. Normal audio track (monaural) Hi-fi audio track...

  • Page 101: 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 102 To search a specific recording (Index search) Insert an indexed tape into the VCR. Press INDEX, then press m/M twice. 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 103: 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 104 Press V/v to select “Réglages Utilisateur”, then press ENTER. ENTER Press V/v to select “Smart Trilogic”, then press b. ENTER Press V/v to set “SMART TRILOGIC” to “OUI” or “NON”. ENTER • OUI: Picture sharpness is automatically adjusted. • NON: Adjust the picture sharpness manually.

  • Page 105: 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 (VIDEO) and press SET UP V/v/B/b ENTER OPTION Langue...

  • Page 106: Menu Choices

    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 Veille Auto Messages Ecran VIDEO SETUP Menu option Sélect. Cassette Répétion Totale Changing menu options Set this option to •...

  • Page 107: 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) PERITEL...
  • Page 108 Example C Other VCR (Player) PERITEL : 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 cable (not supplied). Notes •...
  • Page 109 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 SP/LP to select the tape speed, SP or •...

  • Page 110: 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 “Réglages Utilisateur”, then press ENTER. ENTER The “REGLAGES UTILISATEUR”...
  • Page 111 Press B/b to change the setting. ENTER Press SET UP to exit the menu. SET UP Menu choices Initial settings are indicated in bold print. Menu option Syst. Couleur NICAM Smart Trilogic Etendre ShowView Set this option to • “Auto” to select the colour system automatically. •...

  • Page 112: 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 113 Symptom Even though you set the aspect ratio in “Type TV” of the “REGLAGE DE L’ECLAN” 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. Sound is noisy.
  • Page 114 Symptom The title of the MP3 audio album or track is not correctly displayed. The disc does not start playing from the beginning. The player starts playing the disc automatically. Playback stops automatically. You cannot perform some functions such as stop, search, slow-motion play, repeat play, shuffle play, or programme play.
  • Page 115 • 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 116 Symptom The timer does not operate. The VPS/PDC function does not operate properly. You cannot watch Canal Plus programmes when the VCR is in standby mode. A Canal Plus programme is always recorded scrambled. A tape cannot be inserted. The selected input line connector number does not appear in the display window.

  • Page 117: Glossary

    Glossary Chapter (page 35) 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 60 and 63) Digital audio compression technology developed by Dolby Laboratories.
  • Page 118 Title (page 35) The longest section of a picture or music feature on a DVD, movie, etc., in video software, or the entire album in audio software. Track (page 35) Sections of a picture or a music feature on a CD or VIDEO CD (the length of a song).

  • Page 119: Specifications

    Specifications System Laser Semiconductor laser Signal format system PAL/(NTSC) SECAM MESECAM Channel coverage SECAM (L): VHF F2 to F10 UHF F21 to F69 CATV B to Q HYPER S21 to S41 PAL (B/G): VHF E2 to E12 VHF Italian channel A to H UHF E21 to E69 CATV S01 to S05, S1 to S20 HYPER S21 to S41...

  • Page 120: Supplied Accessories

    Storage temperature –20 C to 60 C Dimensions including projecting parts and controls (w/h/d) SLV-D950B Approx. 430 × 95 × 333 mm SLV-D910B Approx. 430 × 95 × 325 mm Mass Approx. 4.2 kg Supplied accessories Remote commander (1) R6 (size AA) batteries (2)

  • Page 121: Index To Parts And Controls

    Index to parts and controls Refer to the pages indicated in parentheses ( ) for details. Front panel SLV-D950B SLV-D910B A ?/1 (on/standby) switch (10) (38) B Disc tray (31) C A (open/close) button (31) (32) D Tape compartment (37)

  • Page 122: Display Window

    Display window A DVD indicator (32) B Disc indicator (32) C MONTH indicator (52) D DAY indicator (52) E YEAR indicator (52) F DATE indicator (52) G Tape indicator (37) H VCR indicator (37) Index to parts and controls I Timer indicator (46) J Recording indicator (41) K STEREO indicator (98) L Playing time/clock/current status...

  • Page 123: Rear Panel

    Rear panel DVD player and VCR (out to tv) connector (11) (in from antenna) connector (11) C OUT VIDEO/AUDIO L/R jacks (11) (59) D LINE-3 connector (12) E LINE-1 (EURO AV) connector (11) DVD player only F Mains lead (11) G DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack (COAXIAL) (60) H S-VIDEO OUT jack (61)
  • Page 124 Remote commander for DVD Index to parts and controls A TV / DVD•VIDEO switch (9) B Z (open/close) button (31) (32) C SELECT DVD button (9) D Number buttons (10) (71) E CLEAR button (79) F SURROUND button (83) G SET UP button (14) H SUBTITLE button (77) I AUDIO button (82) J REPEAT/PROGRAM button (78) (81)

  • Page 125: Tv/Video Button

    Remote commander for VCR A TV / DVD•VIDEO switch (9) B Z (eject) button (38) C SELECT VIDEO button (9) D Number buttons (10) E CLEAR button (24) F SET UP button (14) G TIMER button (49) H AUDIO button (98) I INDEX button (101) J C STEP button (38) K z REC (record) button (41)

  • Page 126: Dvd Audio/Subtitle Language

    DVD Audio/Subtitle Language Abbreviation Language Arabic 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 Turquish Vietnamese Afrikaans DVD Audio/Subtitle Language...

  • Page 127: Index

    Index Numerics 16:9 66 4:3 Letter Box 66 4:3 Pan Scan 66 Adjusting picture 103 tracking 103 Aerial hookup 11 Angle 76 Audio track 100 Auto Clock Set 13 Auto Set Up 13 Canal Plus 27 Changing the programme position 21 Changing the station name 25 Clock setting 16 Colour system...
  • Page 128 Sony Corporation AK68-00306G Printed in Indonesia...

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