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Sony DVP-NS999ES Operating Instructions Manual

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3-077-160-32(1)
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Operating Instructions
DVP-NS999ES
© 2003 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 3-077-160-32(1) CD/DVD Player Operating Instructions DVP-NS999ES © 2003 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 2: Warning

    • Do not place heavy objects on the unit. Welcome! Thank you for purchasing this Sony CD/DVD Player. Before operating this player, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

  • Page 3: Precautions

    TV for an extended period of time you risk permanent damage to your television screen. Projection televisions are especially susceptible to this. If you have any questions or problems concerning your player, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents WARNING ........... . 2 Welcome! .
  • Page 5 Sound Adjustments ........57 Changing the Sound ......... . . 57 SURROUND Mode Settings .

  • Page 6: About This Manual

    About This Manual • Instructions in this manual describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the controls on the player if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote. • “DVD” may be used as a general term for DVD VIDEOs, DVD-Rs, DVD-RWs, DVD+Rs, and DVD+RWs.

  • Page 7: Notes About The Discs

    Example of discs that the player cannot play The player cannot play the following discs: • All CD-ROMs (including PHOTO CDs)/ CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those recorded in the following formats: –music CD format –video CD format –MP3 format that conforms to ISO9660* Level 1/Level 2, or its extended format, Joliet •...

  • Page 8: Index To Parts And Controls

    Index to Parts and Controls For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. Front panel A [/1 (on/standby) button/indicator (35) Lights up in green when the power is on and lights up in red when the player is in standby mode.

  • Page 9: Front Panel Display

    Front panel display When playing back a DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW Current audio signal (58) Disc type Playing status Digital PROGRESSIVE MULTI REPEAT 1 SHUFFLE PGM A–B Current audio Current play signal (58) mode (45) When playing back a VIDEO CD with Playback Control (PBC) (42) Lights up when the player outputs Disc type Playing status...

  • Page 10: Rear Panel

    Rear panel DIGITAL OUT AUDIO OUT PCM/ DTS/ MPEG/ DOLBY DIGITAL COAXIAL OPTICAL VIDEO S VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO OUT A DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack (27) (28) (29) B DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack (27) (28) (29) C AUDIO OUT L/R jacks (26) (27) (28) D 5.1CH OUTPUT jacks (29) E COMMAND MODE switch (1, 2, 3) (16)
  • Page 11 Remote A TV/DVD switch (72) (open/close) button (36) C LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) screen (12) D PROGRAM button (45) E VIDEO CONTROL button (62) (search) buttons (37) G ./> (previous/next) buttons (36) H H (play) button (35) The H button has a tactile dot.* I PICTURE NAVI (picture navigation) button (50) J Click shuttle (37)

  • Page 12: Guide To The Remote Control Lcd Screen

    Guide to the Remote Control LCD Screen The supplied remote has an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) screen and scroll key for controlling the player. By pushing the scroll key up or down, you can call up various displays and functions such as “TIME/TEXT”...

  • Page 13: Guide To The Control Menu Display (Magic Pad)

    Guide to the Control Menu Display You can use the Control Menu to select a function and view related information. The Control Menu display shows different items depending on the disc type. Example: Control Menu display 1 when playing a DVD VIDEO. Currently playing chapter number** Control Menu...
  • Page 14 List of Control Menu items Following are brief explanations on the Control Menu items. Available options for each item are described on the pages in parentheses. Item Item Name, Function, Relevant Disc Type TITLE (page 49)/SCENE (page 49)/TRACK (page 49) Selects the title, scene, or track to be played.
  • Page 15 SETUP (page 74) QUICK Setup (page 31) Use Quick Setup to choose the desired language of the on-screen display, the aspect ratio of the TV, the audio output signal, and the size of the speakers you are using. CUSTOM Setup In addition to the Quick Setup setting, you can adjust various other settings.

  • Page 16: Simple Start Guide

    If the supplied remote interferes with your other Sony DVD player, set the command mode for this player and the supplied remote to one that differs from the other Sony DVD player. The default command mode setting for this player and the supplied remote is DVD 1.
  • Page 17 Slide the COMMAND MODE switch on the remote to select the command mode (DVD 1, DVD 2, or DVD 3) so that the setting for the remote differs from the other DVD players. For example, if other DVD players respond to the default command mode setting for the supplied remote (DVD 1), set the remote to DVD 2 or DVD 3.

  • Page 18: Step 3: Tv Hookups

    Step 3: TV Hookups Connect a SCART (EURO AV) cord (not supplied) and mains lead in the order (1~3) shown below. Be sure to connect the mains lead last. CD/DVD Player DIGITAL OUT PCM/ DTS/ MPEG/ DOLBY DIGITAL COAXIAL OPTICAL VIDEO S VIDEO LINE 1 (RGB)

  • Page 19: Step 4: Playing A Disc

    Step 4: Playing a Disc With the playback side facing down A Turn on the TV. B Press [/1 on the player. C Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen. D Press A on the player to open the disc tray.

  • Page 20: Hookups

    Hookups Hooking Up the Player Follow steps 1 to 4 to hook up and adjust the settings of the player. Before you start, disconnect the mains leads, check that you have all of the supplied accessories, and insert the batteries into the remote (page 16). Notes •...
  • Page 21 (yellow) INPUT VIDEO AUDIO TV, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver) (yellow) to VIDEO OUT DIGITAL OUT AUDIO OUT PCM/ DTS/ MPEG/ DOLBY DIGITAL COAXIAL OPTICAL to COMPONENT VIDEO S VIDEO VIDEO OUT (green) (blue) (red) SCART (EURO AV) cord (not supplied) COMPONENT VIDEO IN (green)
  • Page 22 A If you are connecting to a monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver) having component video input jacks (Y, P Connect the component via the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks using a component video cord (not supplied) or three video cords (not supplied) of the same kind and length. You will enjoy accurate colour reproduction and high quality images.
  • Page 23 In the 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 centre.

  • Page 24: Step 2: Connecting The Audio Cords

    Step 2: Connecting the Audio Cords Refer to the chart below to select the connection that best suits your system. Be sure to also read the instructions for the components you wish to connect. Select a connection Select one of the following connections, Components to be connected •...
  • Page 25 z Hint If you connect an AV amplifier (receiver) that conforms to the 96 kHz sampling frequency, use connection * Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby,” “Pro Logic,” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. ** Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
  • Page 26 Connecting to your TV This connection will use your TV speakers for sound. If you use the SCART (EURO AV) cord in pattern B of “Step 1: Connecting the Video Cords” (page 20), you do not have to connect audio cords to your TV. CD/DVD player DIGITAL OUT PCM/ DTS/...
  • Page 27 Connecting to a stereo amplifier (receiver) and 2 speakers/Connecting to an MD deck or DAT deck If the stereo amplifier (receiver) has audio input jacks L and R only, use (receiver) has a digital input jack, or when connecting to an MD deck or DAT deck, use In this case, you can also connect the player directly to the MD deck or DAT deck without using your stereo amplifier (receiver).
  • Page 28 Connecting to an AV amplifier (receiver) having a Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) decoder and 3 to 6 speakers You can enjoy Dolby Surround effects only when playing Dolby Surround audio or multi- channel audio (Dolby Digital) discs. If your amplifier (receiver) has L and R audio input jacks only, use (receiver) has a digital input jack, use CD/DVD player DIGITAL OUT...
  • Page 29 Connecting to an AV amplifier (receiver) with 5.1 ch input jacks and/or a digital input jack and 4 to 6 speakers If your AV amplifier (receiver) has 5.1 channel inputs, use If you want to use the Dolby Digital, MPEG audio, or DTS decoder function on your AV amplifier (receiver), connect to its digital jack using can enjoy a more realistic audio presence in the comfort of your own home.
  • Page 30 : Connecting to the 5.1ch input jacks You can enjoy 5.1ch surround sound using the internal Dolby Digital, MPEG audio, DTS, or Super Audio CD Multi decoder of this player. Note that 7.1-channel MPEG signals are mixed down to 5.1-channel signals.

  • Page 31: Step 3: Connecting The Mains Lead

    Step 3: Connecting the Mains Lead Plug the player and TV mains lead (power cord) into a mains. Step 4: Quick Setup Follow the steps below to make the minimum number of basic adjustments for using the player. To skip an adjustment, press > (or turn the ./> dial on the player clockwise). To return to the previous adjustment, press .
  • Page 32 Press ENTER. The Setup Display for selecting the aspect ratio of the TV to be connected appears. SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND: BLACK LEVEL: BLACK LEVEL ( COMPONENT OUT ) COMPONENT OUT: 4:3 OUTPUT: LINE: Press X/x to select the setting that matches your TV type.
  • Page 33 • Select “AUDIO OUTPUT L/R.” Quick Setup is finished and connections are complete. • Select “DIGITAL OUTPUT.” The Setup Display for “DOLBY DIGITAL” appears. or both • Select “DIGITAL & 5.1CH OUTPUT.” The Setup Display for “DOLBY DIGITAL” appears. Press X/x to select the type of Dolby Digital signal you wish to send to your amplifier (receiver).
  • Page 34 Press X/x to select the size of the rear speakers. If no rear speaker is connected, select “NONE.” Press ENTER. “SUBWOOFER” is selected. SPEAKER SETUP (DVD) SIZE: DISTANCE: LEVEL(FRONT): LEVEL(REAR): TEST TONE: FRONT: CENTER: REAR: SUBWOOFER: To set, press , then To quit press DISPLAY SETUP...

  • Page 35: Playing Discs

    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. Power indicator VIDEO OFF indicator Scroll key Turn on your TV. Press [/1. The player turns on and the power indicator lights up in green.

  • Page 36: Additional Operations

    Additional operations ./> Operation Press x Stop Press X Pause Press X or H Resume play after pause Press > on the Go to the next chapter, track, or scene in remote, or briefly turn the ./> dial on continuous play mode the player clockwise Press .

  • Page 37: Searching For A Particular Point On A Disc (Search, Shuttle Mode, Jog Mode)

    Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc (Search, Shuttle mode, Jog mode) You can quickly locate a particular point on a disc by monitoring the picture or playing back slowly. Note Depending on the DVD/VIDEO CD, you may not be able to do some of the operations described.

  • Page 38: Resuming Playback From The Point Where You Stopped The Disc (Multi-Disc Resume)

    Playing a disc frame by frame using the click shuttle (Jog mode) Press JOG on the remote. “JOG” appears in the LCD screen. Turn the click shuttle. Depending on the turning speed, playback goes to frame-by-frame playback in the direction that the click shuttle is turned.

  • Page 39: Using The Dvd's Menu

    Notes • “MULTI-DISC RESUME” in “CUSTOM SETUP” must be set to “ON” (default) for this function to work (page 79). • The resume playback point for the current disc is cleared when: – you change the play mode. – you change the settings on the Setup Display. •...

  • Page 40: Selecting "Original" Or "Play List" On A Dvd-Rw

    Selecting “ORIGINAL” or “PLAY LIST” on a DVD- Some DVD-RWs in VR (Video Recording) mode have two types of titles for playback: originally recorded titles (ORIGINAL) and titles that can be created on recordable DVD players for editing (PLAY LIST). You can select the type of titles to be played.

  • Page 41: Selecting A Playback Area For A Super Audio Cd

    Selecting a Playback Area for a Super Audio Scroll key Selecting a playback area on a 2 channel + Multi-channel Super Audio CD Some Super Audio CDs consist of a 2 channel playback area and a multi-channel playback area. You can select the playback area you want to listen to.

  • Page 42: Playing Video Cds With Pbc Functions (Pbc Playback)

    Playing VIDEO CDs With PBC Functions PBC (Playback Control) allows you to play VIDEO CDs interactively by following the menu on the TV screen. ./> Number buttons Start playing a VIDEO CD with PBC functions. The menu for your selection appears. Select the item number you want by pressing X/x or the number buttons.

  • Page 43: 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. Press H. The disc tray closes, and the player starts to play the first MP3 audio track in the first album on the disc.
  • Page 44 See the instructions of the CD-R/RW device or recording software (not supplied) for details on the recording format. To play a Multi Session CD This player can play Multi Session CDs when an MP3 audio track is located in the first session.

  • Page 45: Various Play Mode Functions (Programme Play, Shuffle Play, Repeat Play, A-B Repeat Play)

    Various Play Mode Functions (Programme Play, Shuffle Play, Repeat Play, A-B Repeat Play) You can set the following play modes: • Programme Play (page 45) • Shuffle Play (page 46) • Repeat Play (page 47) • A-B Repeat Play (page 48) Note The play mode is cancelled when: –...

  • Page 46: Playing In Random Order (Shuffle)

    PROGRAM ALL CLEAR 1. TITLE 0 2 – 0 3 2. TITLE – – 3. TITLE – – 4. TITLE – – 5. TITLE – – 6. TITLE – – 7. TITLE – – Selected title and chapter When playing a VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD, or CD For example, select track “02.”...

  • Page 47: Playing Repeatedly (Repeat Play)

    Toggle the scroll key up or down to display “SHUFFLE” in the LCD screen. Point the remote at the player and press down on the scroll key so that appears in the LCD screen. The following display appears. TITLE Press down on the scroll key repeatedly to select the item to be shuffled.

  • Page 48: Repeat Play

    When playing a VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD, or CD • DISC: repeats all of the tracks. • TRACK: repeats the current track. When playing a DATA CD (MP3 audio) • DISC: repeats all of the albums. • ALBUM: repeats the current album. •...

  • Page 49: Searching For A Scene

    Searching for a Scene Searching for a Title/ Chapter/Track/Index/ Scene (Search mode) You can search a DVD by title or chapter, and you can search a VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD/CD by track, index, or scene. As titles and tracks are assigned unique numbers on the disc, you can select the desired one by entering its number.

  • Page 50: Searching By Scene (Picture Navigation)

    z Hints • You can display the first scenes of titles, chapters or tracks recorded on the disc on a screen divided into 9 sections. You can start playback directly by selecting one of the scenes (page 51). • You can also select “TITLE,” “CHAPTER,” “TRACK,”...
  • Page 51 Press ENTER. To return to normal play Press O RETURN. z Hint You can also select “PICTURE NAVIGATION” from the Control Menu (page 13). Notes • Depending on the disc, you may not be able to select all functions. • The sound is muted when using this function. Scanning the title, chapter, or track (TITLE VIEWER, CHAPTER VIEWER, TRACK VIEWER)
  • Page 52 Dividing a scene into 9 sections (STROBE PLAYBACK) You can display 9 consecutive moving pictures on the screen. When you press X after performing step 3 of “Searching by Scene (PICTURE NAVIGATION)” above, the moving pictures pause. Displaying different angles simultaneously (ANGLE VIEWER) If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on the DVD VIDEO, you can...

  • Page 53: Viewing Information About The Disc

    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 Disc Memo, DVD/Super Audio CD/CD text, or track/ album name (MP3 audio) recorded on the disc.
  • Page 54 BRAHMS SYMPHONY For DATA CDs, the track/album names of the MP3 audio track appears (page 56). Checking the information on the front panel display You can view the time information and text displayed on the TV screen also on the front panel display.

  • Page 55: Checking The Play Information

    Checking the Play Information You can check information such as the bit rate or the disc layer that is being played. Scroll key DISPLAY Checking the play information of a DVD (ADVANCED) Press DISPLAY during playback. The Control Menu is displayed. Press X/x to select (ADVANCED), then press ENTER.
  • Page 56 Checking the play information of a DATA CD You can display the audio bit rate (the amount of data per second of the current audio) on the TV screen. While playing MP3 audio tracks on a DATA CD, toggle the scroll key up or down to display “TIME/TEXT”...

  • Page 57: Sound Adjustments

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

  • Page 58: Displaying The Audio Information

    Displaying the audio information of the disc Press DISPLAY during playback to display the Control Menu. Select “AUDIO” using X/ x. The channels being played are displayed on the screen. For example, in Dolby Digital format, multiple signals ranging from monaural to 5.1 channel signals can be recorded on a DVD VIDEO.

  • Page 59: Surround Mode Settings

    SURROUND Mode Settings You can enjoy surround sound while playing discs recorded in the Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) format. This function is available when you connect 4 or more speakers and set “REAR” in “SIZE” of “SPEAKER SETUP” to any setting other than “NONE.”...

  • Page 60: Enjoying Movies

    Enjoying Movies Changing the Angles If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on the DVD VIDEO, “ANGLE” appears in the front panel display. This means that you can change the viewing angle. Scroll key Toggle the scroll key up or down during playback to display “ANGLE”...

  • Page 61: Displaying The Subtitles

    Displaying the Subtitles If subtitles are recorded on the discs, you can change the subtitles or turn them on and off whenever you want while playing a DVD. Scroll key Toggle the scroll key up or down during playback to display “SUBTITLE”...

  • Page 62: Adjusting The Picture (Video Control)

    Adjusting the Picture (VIDEO CONTROL) You can adjust the video signal of DVD or VIDEO CD from the player to obtain the picture quality you want. Choose the preset Video Control setting that best suits the programme you are watching, or select “MEMORY”...
  • Page 63 Adjusts colours that appear to have shifted horizontally. • AV ALIGNMENT: Adjusts delay between the picture and sound. • PROGRESSIVE 1: Sets a threshold at which the player determines the progressive conversion method. When “COMPONENT OUT” in “SCREEN SETUP” is set to “PROGRESSIVE,” the player automatically detects whether the software is video based or film based, and converts the video signals in the...
  • Page 64 z Hints • To reset the picture items to the default values, press c after step 4 to select “RESET” in Video Control display 2 and press ENTER. • You can skip the adjustment without saving by pressing X/x in step 2. •...
  • Page 65 Press C/c to adjust the brightness level of the area that you selected. C decreases the level (darkens the area), and c increases the level (lightens the area). The level can be adjusted between 16 and 235. The level for the dark areas can never be greater than the light areas.

  • Page 66: Using Various Additional Functions

    Using Various Additional Functions Labelling the Disc You can label a disc if no text is recorded on the disc (Disc Memo). You can put a personal title of up to 20 characters on the disc. The Disc Memo can be anything you like, such as a title, musician’s name, category, or date of purchase.

  • Page 67: Locking Discs

    To insert or overwrite a character Press . or > to move the cursor to the insertion point or the character you want to correct. Select a correct character by pressing C/ X/x/c or turning the click shuttle. To insert a character, press ENTER. To overwrite, press .
  • Page 68 Press X/x to select (PARENTAL CONTROL), then press ENTER. The options for “PARENTAL CONTROL” appear. 1 2 ( 2 7 ) 1 8 ( 3 4 ) 1 : 3 2 : 5 5 PLAYER PASSWORD Press X/x to select “ON t,” then press ENTER.
  • Page 69 DISPLAY Number buttons Press DISPLAY while the player is stopped. The Control Menu appears. Press X/x to select (PARENTAL CONTROL), then press ENTER. The options for “PARENTAL CONTROL” appear. 1 2 ( 2 7 ) 1 8 ( 3 4 ) 1 : 3 2 : 5 5 PLAYER PASSWORD...
  • Page 70 The selection items for “LEVEL” are displayed. PARENTAL CONTROL LEVEL: STANDARD: Select the level you want using X/x, then press ENTER. Parental Control setting is complete. PARENTAL CONTROL LEVEL: STANDARD: The lower the value, the stricter the limitation. To turn off the Parental Control function Set “LEVEL”...

  • Page 71: Operation Sound Effects (Sound Feedback)

    Changing the password Press DISPLAY while the player is stopped. The Control Menu appears. Press X/x to select (PARENTAL CONTROL), then press ENTER. The options for “PARENTAL CONTROL” appear. Press X/x to select “PASSWORD t,” then press ENTER. The display for entering the password appears.

  • Page 72: Controlling Your Tv Or Av Amplifier (Receiver) With The Supplied Remote

    Controlling Your TV or AV Amplifier (Receiver) With the Supplied Remote By adjusting the remote signal, you can control your TV with the supplied remote. If you connect the player to an AV amplifier (receiver), you can control the volume with the supplied remote.
  • Page 73 Code numbers of controllable TVs If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one that works with your TV. Manufacturer Code number Sony (default) Grundig Hitachi Loewe 8, 45 Nokia...

  • Page 74: Settings And Adjustments

    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 75 to 84.

  • Page 75: Setting The Display Or Sound Track Language (Language Setup)

    Selected setting SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: 4:3 PAN SCAN SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND: JACKET PICTURE BLACK LEVEL : BLACK LEVEL ( COMPONENT OUT ) COMPONENT OUT: 4:3 OUTPUT : LINE : To turn off the display Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the display is turned off.

  • Page 76: Settings For The Display (Screen Setup)

    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 74). The default settings are underlined. SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND:...
  • Page 77 PICTURE MEMORY Note If you operate the player while the picture is being stored in memory, the player will fail to store the picture. BLACK LEVEL Selects the black level (setup level) for the video (NTSC) signals output from the jacks other than COMPONENT VIDEO OUT.

  • Page 78: Custom Settings (Custom Setup)

    • When you connect the player to a monitor or projector via only the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks, do not select “OFF.” If you select “OFF” in this case, the picture may not appear. When “PROGRESSIVE” is selected in “COMPONENT OUT” •...
  • Page 79 PAUSE MODE (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW only) Selects the picture in pause mode. AUTO The picture, including subjects that move dynamically, is output with no jitter. Normally select this position. FRAME The picture, including subjects that do not move dynamically, is output in high resolution. PLAYBACK MEMORY The player can store “SUBTITLE”...

  • Page 80: Settings For The Sound (Audio Setup)

    Settings for the Sound (AUDIO SETUP) “AUDIO SETUP” allows you to set the sound according to the playback and connection conditions. Select “AUDIO SETUP” in the Setup Display. To use the display, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 74). The default settings are underlined. AUDIO SETUP AUDIO ATT: AUDIO DRC:...
  • Page 81 DIGITAL OUT Select this if audio signals are to be output via the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack. Normally select this position. When you select “ON,” see “To set the digital output signal” for further settings. The influence of the digital circuit upon the analog circuit is minimal.

  • Page 82: Settings For The Speakers (Speaker Setup)

    • 48kHz/96kHz PCM (DVD VIDEO only) Selects the sampling frequency of the audio signal. 48kHz/16bit The audio signals of DVD VIDEOs are always converted to 48kHz/16bit. 96kHz/24bit All types of signals including 96kHz/24bit are output in their original format. However, if the signal is encrypted for copyright protection purposes, the signal is only output as...
  • Page 83 Set the following items in the order that they are explained below. The default settings are underlined. To return to the default setting Select the item, then press CLEAR. Note that only the “SIZE” setting does not return to the default setting.

  • Page 84: Adjusting The Speaker Volume

    REAR (3 m) Set this within –5 and +2 m of the “FRONT” setting in 0.05 m increments. For example, if “FRONT” is set to 6 m, “REAR” can be set between 1 and 8 m. SUBWOOFER Set this within –5 and +2 m (3 m) of the “FRONT”...

  • Page 85: Additional Information

    Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Power The power is not turned on. , Check that the mains lead is connected securely.
  • Page 86 The sound volume is low. , The sound volume is low on some DVDs. The sound volume may improve if you set “AUDIO DRC” to “TV MODE” (page 80). , Set “AUDIO ATT” in “AUDIO SETUP” to “OFF” (page 80). The surround effect is difficult to hear when you are playing a Dolby Digital, MPEG audio, or DTS sound track.
  • Page 87 , Child Lock is set (page 36). 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.

  • Page 88: Self-Diagnosis Function (When Letters/Numbers Appear In The Display)

    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...
  • Page 89 GB, a single-layer and double-sided DVD is 9.4 GB, and double-layer and double-sided DVD is 17GB. The picture data uses the MPEG 2 format, one of the worldwide standards of digital compression technology. The picture data is compressed to about 1/40 (average) of its original size.
  • Page 90 field to field. The end result is an image that is higher in quality when compared to the Interlace format. Interlace pictures Converted progressive pictures • Film based software conversion Film shows an image by displaying an entire image at 24 frames per second. When you watch a film on television, the television displays every other line of the frame as a field, thus reducing information level and the...
  • Page 91 • Super Audio CD + CD (Hybrid disc) This disc consists of an HD layer and a CD layer. Also, as the dual layers are on one side only, you do not have to turn the disc over during playback. You can play the CD layer using a conventional CD player.

  • Page 92: Specifications

    Specifications System Laser: Semiconductor laser Signal format system: PAL/(NTSC) Audio characteristics Frequency response: DVD VIDEO (PCM 96 kHz): 2 Hz to 44 kHz (44 kHz: –2 dB ±1 dB), Super Audio CD: 2 Hz to 100 kHz (50 kHz: –3 dB ±1 dB), CD: 2 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.5 dB) Harmonic distortion: DVD VIDEO/Super Audio CD: 0.0012 %, CD: 0.0016 %...

  • Page 93: Language Code List

    Language Code List For details, see pages 57, 61, 75. 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...

  • Page 94: Index

    Index Numerics 16:9 76 4:3 LETTER BOX 76 4:3 OUTPUT 78 4:3 PAN SCAN 76 48kHz/96kHz PCM 82 5.1 Channel Surround 24, 29 625p (525p) 78 A-B REPEAT 48 ADVANCED 55 Album 43 ANGLE 60 ANGLE VIEWER 52 AUDIO 57, 75 AUDIO ATT 80 AUDIO DRC 80 AUDIO FILTER 80...
  • Page 95 TEST TONE 84 TIME/MEMO 49, 66 TIME/TEXT 49, 53 TITLE 49 Title 91 TITLE VIEWER 50 TOP MENU 39 TRACK 49 Track 91 TRACK SELECTION 79 TRACK VIEWER 50 Troubleshooting 85 TV TYPE 76 Usable discs 6 VIDEO CD 6, 35 VIDEO CONTROL 62 VIDEO OFF 35...
  • Page 96 Printed on 100% recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Sony Corporation Printed in Japan...

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