Page 2 - WARNING; CAUTION; Precautions
2 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.The mains lead must only be changed at a qualified service shop.Batteries or batteries installed ap...
Page 3 - Notes about the discs
3 Lightning For added protection for this set during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet. This will prevent damage to the set due to lightning and powerline surges. Notes about the discs • To keep the disc clean, handle...
Page 4 - Table of Contents; Adjusting the playback picture
4 Table of Contents WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 5 - About This Manual; • The meaning of the icons used in this manual is described below:; Functions available for music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD format
5 Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Self-diagnosis Function (When letters/numbers appear on the screen) . . . . 35Playable Discs . ....
Page 6 - Guide to Parts and Controls; For more information, see the pages indicated in parentheses.; Remote; TV; Turns the TV on or to standby mode.; Number buttons; Clears the entry field.
6 Guide to Parts and Controls For more information, see the pages indicated in parentheses. Remote 2 (volume) +, number 5, AUDIO, and N buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the player. A PICTURE NAVI (25) Divides the screen into 9 subscreens so you can choose...
Page 7 - Basic operations; When playing a DVD VIDEO; MP3 audio; Changes the subtitles.; TOP MENU; Displays the DVD’s top menu.; To
7 Basic operations * 1 For all DVDs except for DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+R DLs and DivX video files. * 2 For DVDs and DivX video files only. * 3 These functions may not work with some scenes. * 4 For DVD VIDEOs and DVD-VR mode only. * 5 For DVDs, VIDEO CDs and DivX video files only. * 6 For DVDs and VIDEO ...
Page 9 - ook; Hookups; Step 1: Connecting to Your TV; When connecting to a standard 4:3 screen TV
9 H ook ups Hookups When unpacking, check the supplied accessories by referring to page 37. b • Plug cables securely to prevent unwanted noise.• Refer to the instructions supplied with the components to be connected.• Be sure to disconnect the mains lead of each component before connecting. Step 1: ...
Page 10 - To connect to your audio component; Select one of the following patterns,; Digital audio input jack; If your audio component has a Dolby*
10 To connect to your audio component Select one of the following patterns, A or B , according to the input jack on your audio component. z For correct speaker location, see the operating instructions supplied with the connected components. A Digital audio input jack If your audio component has a Do...
Page 11 - By pressing
11 H ook ups Step 2: Connecting the Mains Lead Plug the player and TV mains lead (power cord) into a mains. Step 3: Preparing the Remote You can control the player using the supplied remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the co...
Page 12 - To control other TVs with the remote; While holding down TV; Code numbers of controllable TVs; Manufacturer
12 To control other TVs with the remote You can control the sound level, input source, and power switch of non-Sony TVs as well.If your TV is listed in the table below, set the appropriate manufacturer’s code. 1 While holding down TV [ / 1 , press the number buttons to select your TV’s manufacturer’...
Page 13 - standard TV with a wide-screen mode; ENTER
13 H ook ups 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 > . To return to the previous adjustment, press . . 1 Turn on the TV. 2 Press [ / 1 . The player turns on. 3 Switch the input selector on your ...
Page 15 - Playback; Playing Discs; To stop playback; Press; To pause playback; Press
15 Pl aybac k Playback 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. 1 Press Z on the player, and place the disc on the disc tray. 2 Press N . The disc tray closes. The player starts playbac...
Page 16 - To return to the menu; The player turns on and “
16 To play VIDEO CDs With PBC Functions (PBC Playback) PBC (Playback Control) allows you to play VIDEO CDs interactively by following the menu on the TV screen. When you start playing a VIDEO CD with PBC functions, the menu for your selection appears. Select an item using the number buttons, and pre...
Page 17 - to select the Control Menu item, then press ENTER.; PLAY; Control Menu items
17 Pl aybac k Control Menu display (Magic Pad) Use the Control Menu to select a function and to view related information. Press DISPLAY repeatedly to turn on or change the Control Menu display as follows: The Control Menu display 1 and 2 will show different items depending on the disc type. Example:...
Page 18 - List of Control Menu items
18 List of Control Menu items Item Item Name, Function TITLE/SCENE/TRACK CHAPTER/INDEX TRACK Selects the title, scene, track, chapter, or index to be played. 1 Press X / x to select the search method. “** (**)” is selected (** refers to a number). 2 Press ENTER. “** (**)” changes to “-- (**).” 3 Pre...
Page 19 - Items for DATA discs
19 Pl aybac k z The Control Menu icon indicator lights up in green when you select any item except “OFF” (“PROGRAM,” “SHUFFLE,” “REPEAT,” “A-B REPEAT,” “SHARPNESS,” “ZOOM,” “TVS” only). The “ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST” indicator lights up in green when you select “PLAY LIST” (default setting). The “ANGLE” i...
Page 20 - Creating your own; After selecting; When playing a VIDEO CD or CD; to select “02” under “T,” then
20 Various Play Mode Functions You can set the following play modes:• Programme Play (page 20)• Shuffle Play (page 21)• Repeat Play (page 21)• A-B Repeat Play (page 22) b The play mode is cancelled when:– you open the disc tray.– you press [ / 1 and the player enters standby mode. Creating your own ...
Page 21 - Playing in random order; • TRACK; When Programme Play is activated; selected in Programme Play.; Playing repeatedly
21 Pl aybac k 5 Press N . Programme Play begins.When the programme ends, you can restart the same programme again by pressing N . To return to normal play Press CLEAR, or select “OFF” in step 1. To play the same programme again, select “ON” in step 1 and press ENTER. To change or cancel a programme ...
Page 22 - • TITLE: repeats the current title on a; When Programme Play or Shuffle Play; • ON: repeats Programme Play or Shuffle; To return to normal play; Repeating a specific
22 • TITLE: repeats the current title on a disc. • CHAPTER: repeats the current chapter.• TRACK: repeats the current track. • FILE (DivX video files only): repeats the current file. • ALBUM: repeats the current album. ◆ When Programme Play or Shuffle Play is activated • ON: repeats Programme Play or...
Page 23 - PICTURE
23 Pl aybac k Customizing the Playback Configuration Adjusting the playback picture (CUSTOM PICTURE MODE) You can adjust the video signal from the player to obtain the picture quality you want. 1 After selecting (CUSTOM PICTURE MODE) on the Control Menu (page 17), press X / x to select the setting y...
Page 24 - Set “LEVEL” to “OFF” in step 6.; To set or change your password
24 6 Select the level you want using X / x , then press ENTER. Parental Control setting is complete.The lower the value, the stricter the limitation. To turn off the Parental Control function Set “LEVEL” to “OFF” in step 6. To set or change your password After selecting “PARENTAL CONTROL” on the Con...
Page 25 - Selecting a JPEG image file
25 Pl aybac k 3 Press N . Playback starts from the selected album.The JPEG images in the selected album start playing as a slide show. To select a specific MP3 audio track, press ENTER and press X / x to select a track, then press ENTER.To select a specific JPEG image file, see “Selecting a JPEG ima...
Page 27 - Playing DivX Video Files
27 Pl aybac k Playing DivX Video Files DivX ® is a video file compression technology, developed by DivX, Inc. This product is an official DivX ® Certified product.You can play DATA discs that contain DivX video files. z You can view the disc information while playing a DivX video file using TIME/TEX...
Page 28 - Settings and Adjustments; Using the Setup Display; The Control Menu appears.; Switches the display language on the screen.
28 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 28 to 3...
Page 29 - TV TYPE; to turn off the screen; BACKGROUND; Turns on the screen saver.
29 S e tti n gs a nd Adju st m e n ts 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 28).The default settings are underlined. ◆ TV TYPE Selects the aspect ratio of the connected TV ...
Page 30 - CUSTOM SETUP; AUTO POWER OFF; Selects the picture in pause mode.; Switches this function off.
30 CUSTOM SETUP Use this to set up playback related and other settings. Select “CUSTOM SETUP” in the Setup Display. To use the display, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 28).The default settings are underlined. ◆ AUTO POWER OFF Switches the Auto Power Off setting on or off. ◆ AUTO PLAY Switches th...
Page 31 - AUDIO SETUP; Setting the digital output signal; Selects the type of Dolby Digital signal.; STANDARD
31 S e tti n gs a nd Adju st m e n ts 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 28).The default settings are underlined. ◆ AUDIO DRC (Dy...
Page 32 - Selects the type of MPEG audio signal.; DTS; Selects whether or not to output DTS signals.; PCM
32 ◆ MPEG (DVDs only) Selects the type of MPEG audio signal. ◆ DTS Selects whether or not to output DTS signals. • When you play a DVD VIDEO with DTS sound tracks, set “DTS” to “ON” in “AUDIO SETUP” (page 32). • If you connect the player to audio equipment without a DTS decoder, do not set “DTS” to ...
Page 33 - Additional Information; Troubleshooting; Power
33 Addi tional I n fo rmat io n Additional Information Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the player, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repairs. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Power ...
Page 34 - The DATA disc contains a DivX video file.; The DivX video file cannot be played.; The file is not created in DivX format.; The player does not operate properly.
34 The JPEG image file cannot be played (page 35). , The image is larger than 3072 (width) × 2048 (height) in normal mode, or more than 3,300,000 pixels in progressive JPEG. (Some progressive JPEG files cannot be displayed even if the file size is within this specified capacity.) , “MODE (MP3, JPEG)...
Page 35 - Self-diagnosis Function; tape or a sticker still left on it.; – JPEG image files with the extension
35 Addi tional I n fo rmat io n Self-diagnosis Function (When letters/numbers appear on the screen) When the self-diagnosis function is activated to prevent the player from malfunctioning, a five-character service number (e.g., C 13 50) with a combination of a letter and four digits appears on the s...
Page 36 - Commercial DVDs labelled; • Notes about recordable media
36 * “Design rule for Camera File system”: Image standards for digital cameras regulated by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). z • If you add numbers (01, 02, 03, etc.) to the front of the track/file names when you store the tracks (or files) in a disc, the ...
Page 37 - • Note on DualDiscs; Specifications; System; Semiconductor laser; Outputs; incl. projecting parts; Operating temperature:; Supplied accessories
37 Addi tional I n fo rmat io n * CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) is a coding technology that protects the copyright of images. • Note on DualDiscs A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with digital audio material on the other side.Howeve...
Page 39 - Index; Numerics; CUSTOM SETUP 30
39 Addi tional I n fo rmat io n Index Numerics 16:9 294:3 LETTER BOX 294:3 PAN SCAN 2948kHz/96kHz PCM 325.1 Channel Surround 10 A A-B REPEAT 18, 22A-B Repeat Play 22Advance 7ALBUM 19ANGLE 18AUDIO 28AUDIO DRC 31AUDIO SETUP 31AUTO PLAY 30AUTO POWER OFF 30 B BACKGROUND 29Batteries 11 C CD 15, 35CHAPTER...
Page 40 - Sony Corporation Printed in China
Sony Corporation Printed in China z To find out useful hints, tips and information about Sony products and services please visit: www.sony-europe.com/myproduct/ 4-115-668- 14 (1)
