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Sony SLV-D950G Operating Instructions Manual

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3-084-915-12 (1) GB
DVD Player/
Video Cassette
Recorder
Operating Instructions
PAL
SLV-D950G/I
© 2003 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 3-084-915-12 (1) GB DVD Player/ Video Cassette Recorder Operating Instructions SLV-D950G/I © 2003 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: Caution

    Caution For use of the VCR Television programmes, films, video tapes and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such material may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws. Also, use of this recorder with cable television transmission may require authorization from the cable television transmitter and/or programme owner.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 2 WARNING 2 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 14 Step 4 : Setting up the DVD-VCR with the Auto Set Up function 16 Step 5 : Selecting a language...
  • Page 5 DVD Additional Operations 68 Using the DVD’s menu 70 Zooming into a scene 71 Changing the angles 72 Displaying the subtitle 73 Various play mode functions (Programme play, Shuffle play, Repeat play) 77 Changing the sound 78 Virtual surround setting 80 Playing an MP3 audio track 84 Playing JPEG image files 88 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

    Getting Started Step 1 : Unpacking Check that you have received the following items with the DVD-VCR: • Remote commander • R6 (size AA) batteries • Aerial cable • Audio cord (pinplug ×2 y pinplug ×2) • Video cord (pinplug ×1 y pinplug ×1) Unpacking...

  • 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 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 11: Step 3 : Connecting The Dvd-Vcr

    Step 3 : Connecting the DVD-VCR Note that “Advanced Hookups” (page 54) 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 12. If your TV does not have a Scart (EURO-AV) connector AERIAL IN : Signal flow Disconnect the aerial cable from your TV...
  • Page 12 If your TV has a Scart (EURO-AV) connector 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 Scart cable.
  • Page 13 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 14: 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 15 Connect the mains lead to the mains. The DVD-VCR automatically turns on and 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 16: 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 9). •...

  • Page 17: 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 18 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 19: 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 20 Press V/v to select “Manual Setup”, 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 B/b repeatedly until the channel you want is displayed.
  • Page 21 Press O RETURN, then press SET UP to exit the menu. RETURN SET UP 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.
  • Page 22 Press SET UP, then press V/v to select SET UP (OPTION) and press ENTER. ENTER 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.
  • Page 23 Press O RETURN, then press SET UP to exit the menu. RETURN SET UP 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…...
  • Page 24 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 which you want to disable. ENTER To display other pages for programme positions 6 to 80, press V/v repeatedly.
  • Page 25 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 “NAME”, then press b. ENTER Enter the station name.

  • Page 27: 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 28 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 68. For VIDEO CDs, see page 88. * “–...
  • Page 29 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 30 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 “On” in “AUDIO SETUP” menu (page 58).

  • Page 31: 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 32 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 33: 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 34 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 35 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 104).

  • Page 36: 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 37 • To record a normal channel, press PROG +/– until the programme • PROG/ position number you want appears in the display window. TRACKING INPUT • To record from other equipment connected to one or more of the LINE SELECT inputs, press INPUT SELECT until the connected line appears in the display window.
  • Page 38 In order to get an accurate remaining time indication, be sure “Tape Select” in the “VIDEO SETUP” menu is set according to the tape type you use (see page 99). Maximum Recording Time Tape Length E-180 E-240 E-260 E-300 To watch another TV programme while recording Press TV/VIDEO to display “TV”...
  • Page 39 Notes • If a tape has portions recorded in both PAL 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. • When you insert a non-standard commercially available tape, the remaining time may not be correct.

  • Page 40: Recording Tv Programmes Using The

    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 41 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 42 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 43 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 44: 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 45 Press V/v to select “Standard”, then press ENTER. ENTER The timer programming menu appears. Set the date, start and stop times, programme position, 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 46 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 (Monday to Sunday) t W-SA (every Saturday) ...

  • Page 47: Recording Tv Programmes Using Dial Timer

    Recording TV programmes using DIAL TIMER 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. The recording start time and recording stop time can be set at one minute intervals.
  • Page 48 Press DIAL TIMER “START” and the next quarter hour increment appear alternately in the display window. Turn 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 +/– buttons on the unit. PROGRAM Press DIAL TIMER...
  • Page 49 Press DIAL TIMER. DIAL TIMER The current programme position number flashes in the display window. Turn DIAL TIMER to set the programme position number. DIAL TIMER To record from other equipment connected to the LINE-1 connector, LINE- 2 IN jacks or LINE-3 connector, turn SELECT to display “L1”, “L2”...
  • Page 50 To set the clock Hold down 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 After you set the year, “CLOCK” appears in the display window. Turn and press When you have finished setting the time, press clock.
  • Page 51 About the Demonstration Mode The Dial Timer function has a Demonstration Mode that allows the user, such as a salesperson, to enter more than six examples of timer settings when demonstrating the use of DIAL TIMER. It cancels the FULL notice which appears if six programmes have already been set.

  • Page 52: 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 53 Press V/v to select “Standard”, then press ENTER. • If you want to change a setting, go on to the next step. ENTER • If you do not need to change the settings, press SET UP to exit the menu. SET UP Press V/v to select setting you want to change or cancel.

  • Page 54: 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 55 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 56: 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. Audio cord Coaxial (supplied)

  • 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. The “DVD 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 Notes • Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over the “DVD SETUP” 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 63: 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 , then press press ENTER ENTER Press V/v to select “Language Setup”, then press ENTER.

  • Page 64: Audio Language

    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. • AUDIO LANGUAGE Switches the language of the sound track. When you select “Original”, the language given priority in the disc is selected.

  • Page 65: 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 66 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 67 To change the password Select “Change Password” in step 4 on page 66. 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 68: 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 69 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 70: 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 84. Press ZOOM. MUTING/ ZOOM “ ” appears. Press V/v/B/b to move “ ENTER Press ENTER repeatedly to change the magnification.

  • Page 71: Changing The Angles

    Changing the angles If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on the DVD, “ ” appears in 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.

  • Page 72: 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 73: 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 73) • Shuffle play (page 75) • Repeat play (page 76) Note • The play mode is cancelled when: – you open the disc tray –...
  • Page 74 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 75 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 “SHUFFLE”, then press ENTER.
  • Page 76 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 77: 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 78: 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 79 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 80: 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, “Select a Media Type”...
  • Page 81 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 82 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 83 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 84: 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, “Select a Media Type”...
  • Page 85 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 86: 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 “ The “Interval” menu appears. Press B/b to select the desired playing speed, then press ENTER. Slide show starts. To turn on/off the menu in the single image display Press DISPLAY in the single image display.
  • Page 87 • 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 88: Playing Video Cds With "Menu On/Off" Functions

    Playing VIDEO CDs with “MENU 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. The “MENU ON” function is the PBC function. Start playing a VIDEO CD with “MENU ON”.
  • Page 89 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 OFF” Press MENU to select “MENU OFF”.

  • Page 90: 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 91: 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. 0:30 In LP mode Each press advances the time as shown below.
  • Page 92 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 93: 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 94 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 95: 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 96 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 97: 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 98 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 99: 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 Language...
  • Page 100 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 VIDEO SETUP Menu option Tape Select Repeat Play Changing menu options Set this option to...

  • Page 101: 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 102 Example C Other VCR (Player) Scart (EURO-AV) : 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 103 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 104: 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 105 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 Colour System NICAM Smart Trilogic VideoPlus Extend Set this option to • “Auto” to select the colour system automatically. •...

  • Page 106: 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 107 Symptom 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. Sound is noisy.
  • Page 108 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 109 • 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 110 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 111: Glossary

    Glossary Chapter (page 31) 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 55 and 58) Digital audio compression technology developed by Dolby Laboratories.
  • Page 112 Title (page 31) 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 31) Sections of a picture or a music feature on a CD or VIDEO CD (the length of a song).

  • Page 113: Specifications

    Specifications System Laser Semiconductor laser Signal format system PAL/(NTSC) Channel coverage PAL (I) VHF IA to IJ, SA10 to SA13 UHF B21 to B69 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 114: 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 (10) (34) B Disc tray (27) C A (open/close) button (27) (28) D Tape compartment (33) E A (eject) button (34) F SELECT DVD/VIDEO (9) G LINE-2 IN t/o L/R jacks* H PROGRAM +/–...

  • Page 115: Display Window

    Display window A DVD indicator (28) B Disc indicator (28) C MONTH indicator (47) D DAY indicator (47) E YEAR indicator (47) F DATE indicator (47) G Tape indicator (33) H VCR indicator (33) I Timer indicator (42) J Recording indicator (37) K STEREO indicator (93) L Playing time/clock/current status indicator (28)

  • Page 116: Rear Panel

    Rear panel DVD player and VCR (out to tv) connector (11) (in from aerial) connector (11) C OUT VIDEO/AUDIO L/R jacks (54) D LINE-3 connector (13) E LINE-1 (EURO AV) connector (12) Index to parts and controls DVD player only F Mains lead (11) G DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack (COAXIAL) (55)
  • Page 117 Remote commander for DVD A TV / DVD•VIDEO switch (9) B Z (open/close) button (27) (28) C SELECT DVD button (9) D Number buttons* (10) (66) E CLEAR button (74) F SURROUND button (78) G SET UP button (15) H SUBTITLE button (72) I AUDIO button* (77) J REPEAT/PROGRAM button (73) (76) K C STEP button (28)
  • Page 118 Remote commander for VCR Index to parts and controls A TV / DVD•VIDEO switch (9) B Z (eject) button (34) C SELECT VIDEO button (9) D Number buttons* (10) E CLEAR button (24) F SET UP button (15) G TIMER button (44) H AUDIO button* (93) I INDEX button (95) J C STEP button (34)

  • Page 119: 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 120: Index

    23 Dolby Digital 54 DTS 55 DVD 6 Editing 101 Handling discs 7 Hi-fi audio track 94 Sony Corporation Printed in Indonesia Index scan 95 JPEG 6 Language selecting 16 LP mode 37 Manual fine tuning 21 Monaural 93...

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