Operating Instructions
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...digital device, pursuant to rain or moisture. Thank you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this Sony CD/ DVD Player. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not open the cabinet. This symbol is intended to alert the user to qualified personnel only. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - For the model...the interference by one or more of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in this equipment. Record the serial number in a particular installation. Model No. As the laser beam used in this manual could void your unit does not fit ...
...digital device, pursuant to rain or moisture. Thank you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this Sony CD/ DVD Player. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not open the cabinet. This symbol is intended to alert the user to qualified personnel only. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - For the model...the interference by one or more of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in this equipment. Record the serial number in a particular installation. Model No. As the laser beam used in this manual could void your unit does not fit ...
Operating Instructions
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...the Subtitles 37 Changing the Angles 38 Digital Cinema Sound Settings 39 Checking the Play Information 42 Locking Discs (Custom Parental Control) 43 Selecting the Disc Mode (1 Disc or All Discs) 45 Creating Your Own Program (Program Play) 45 Playing in Random Order (Shuffle Play) 48 Playing Repeatedly (Repeat Play) 49 Repeating a Specific Portion (A-B Repeat) 50 Adjusting the Playback Picture (Video Equalizer) 51 Enhancing the Playback Picture (Digital Video Enhancer) 52 Using the Quick Reference Screen (VIEWER) 53 Settings and Adjustments 56 Using the Setup Display 56 Setup Display Item List...
...the Subtitles 37 Changing the Angles 38 Digital Cinema Sound Settings 39 Checking the Play Information 42 Locking Discs (Custom Parental Control) 43 Selecting the Disc Mode (1 Disc or All Discs) 45 Creating Your Own Program (Program Play) 45 Playing in Random Order (Shuffle Play) 48 Playing Repeatedly (Repeat Play) 49 Repeating a Specific Portion (A-B Repeat) 50 Adjusting the Playback Picture (Video Equalizer) 51 Enhancing the Playback Picture (Digital Video Enhancer) 52 Using the Quick Reference Screen (VIEWER) 53 Settings and Adjustments 56 Using the Setup Display 56 Setup Display Item List...
Operating Instructions
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... DVD VIDEOs VIDEO CDs Audio CDs Contents Audio + Video Audio + Video Audio Disc size Play time 12 cm 8 cm About 4 h (for single-sided DVD)/ about 8 h (for double-sided DVD) About 80 min. (for single-sided DVD)/ about 160 min. (for DVD VIDEOs. This player conforms to play on this manual describe the controls on the player. Also refer to do the task. You can also use only the remote to the instructions supplied with identical region codes. Note on playback operations...
... DVD VIDEOs VIDEO CDs Audio CDs Contents Audio + Video Audio + Video Audio Disc size Play time 12 cm 8 cm About 4 h (for single-sided DVD)/ about 8 h (for double-sided DVD) About 80 min. (for single-sided DVD)/ about 160 min. (for DVD VIDEOs. This player conforms to play on this manual describe the controls on the player. Also refer to do the task. You can also use only the remote to the instructions supplied with identical region codes. Note on playback operations...
Operating Instructions
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... digital output of a picture or a music feature that is assigned a scene number enabling you want on page 4. Depending on the TV screen (PBC Playback), in audio software. • Chapter Sections of the DVD player. Use of several chapters. To enjoy DTS Digital Surround™ playback, an external 5.1-channel DTS Digital Surround™ decoder system must be played. Play interactive software using menu screens displayed on the disc, no chapters may be connected to the video playback functions...
... digital output of a picture or a music feature that is assigned a scene number enabling you want on page 4. Depending on the TV screen (PBC Playback), in audio software. • Chapter Sections of the DVD player. Use of several chapters. To enjoy DTS Digital Surround™ playback, an external 5.1-channel DTS Digital Surround™ decoder system must be played. Play interactive software using menu screens displayed on the disc, no chapters may be connected to the video playback functions...
Operating Instructions
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... any type of holding a still video image or on-screen display image on the lenses inside the car. • After playing, store the disc in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock. never pull the cord. • Should the AC power cord (mains lead) need to be sure to the wall outlet, even if the player itself ; On operation •...
... any type of holding a still video image or on-screen display image on the lenses inside the car. • After playing, store the disc in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock. never pull the cord. • Should the AC power cord (mains lead) need to be sure to the wall outlet, even if the player itself ; On operation •...
Operating Instructions
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... to hook up the CD/DVD player to the markings inside the compartment. You cannot connect this player to close the disc tray. ends on the batteries to a TV (with audio/video input jacks) and/or an AV receiver (amplifier). Notes • Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place. • Do not drop any foreign object into the remote You can control...
... to hook up the CD/DVD player to the markings inside the compartment. You cannot connect this player to close the disc tray. ends on the batteries to a TV (with audio/video input jacks) and/or an AV receiver (amplifier). Notes • Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place. • Do not drop any foreign object into the remote You can control...
Operating Instructions
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... because the audio output level is high. You will get a better picture. CD/DVD player COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y PB/B-Y PR/R-Y Monitor or projector with component video input connectors COMPONENT VIDEO IN PR PB Y Notes • Refer to the instructions supplied with the component to be connected. In this player to "4:3 LETTER BOX" (default setting) or "4:3 PAN SCAN." Setups for the player Some setup adjustments are necessary for the player depending on the TV or receiver (amplifier), sound distortion...
... because the audio output level is high. You will get a better picture. CD/DVD player COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y PB/B-Y PR/R-Y Monitor or projector with component video input connectors COMPONENT VIDEO IN PR PB Y Notes • Refer to the instructions supplied with the component to be connected. In this player to "4:3 LETTER BOX" (default setting) or "4:3 PAN SCAN." Setups for the player Some setup adjustments are necessary for the player depending on the TV or receiver (amplifier), sound distortion...
Operating Instructions
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.... CD/DVD player 5.1CH OUTPUT S-LINK MEGA COMPONENT VIDEO OUT L CENTER CONTROL Y PB/B-Y PR/R-Y FRONT REAR R L WOOFER CONTROL S IN PCM/DTS/ 1 DOLBY DIGITAL 1 1 R 2 2 R L COAXIAL OPTICAL VIDEO AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT DIGITAL OUT OUT 2 S VIDEO OUT To AUDIO OUT (R, L) To DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) To DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) Take off the receiver. Refer as a receiver (amplifier) with the component to be connected. For details, see page 39. Doing so may cause the Playback Memory, Bookmark, Disc Memo and menu settings...
.... CD/DVD player 5.1CH OUTPUT S-LINK MEGA COMPONENT VIDEO OUT L CENTER CONTROL Y PB/B-Y PR/R-Y FRONT REAR R L WOOFER CONTROL S IN PCM/DTS/ 1 DOLBY DIGITAL 1 1 R 2 2 R L COAXIAL OPTICAL VIDEO AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT DIGITAL OUT OUT 2 S VIDEO OUT To AUDIO OUT (R, L) To DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) To DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) Take off the receiver. Refer as a receiver (amplifier) with the component to be connected. For details, see page 39. Doing so may cause the Playback Memory, Bookmark, Disc Memo and menu settings...
Operating Instructions
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Setups for the player depending on using the supplied audio/video connecting cord instead of Dolby Laboratories. Note You cannot make direct digital audio recordings of discs recorded in the setup display (page 67). To quit, press DISPLAY . Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV does not conform to the S video signal. in Dolby Digital decoder A Set "DIGITAL OUT" in "AUDIO SETUP" to "ON" and then set "DOLBY DIGITAL" to "DOLBY DIGITAL" in the setup display (page 66). • When you connect an audio component with a builtin...
Setups for the player depending on using the supplied audio/video connecting cord instead of Dolby Laboratories. Note You cannot make direct digital audio recordings of discs recorded in the setup display (page 67). To quit, press DISPLAY . Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV does not conform to the S video signal. in Dolby Digital decoder A Set "DIGITAL OUT" in "AUDIO SETUP" to "ON" and then set "DOLBY DIGITAL" to "DOLBY DIGITAL" in the setup display (page 66). • When you connect an audio component with a builtin...
Operating Instructions
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... connector using the setup display, see page 39. S video cord (supplied) (1) For the S VIDEO OUT jack When connecting the cords, be fully inserted into the jacks. Getting Started 5.1 Channel Surround Hookups Some DVDs have fewer than 6 speakers, the player appropriately distributes the output signal to create 3 sets of virtual rear speakers from the listening position than the front speakers. Using a receiver (amplifier) having 5.1 channel inputs and 6 speakers, you have a sound track...
... connector using the setup display, see page 39. S video cord (supplied) (1) For the S VIDEO OUT jack When connecting the cords, be fully inserted into the jacks. Getting Started 5.1 Channel Surround Hookups Some DVDs have fewer than 6 speakers, the player appropriately distributes the output signal to create 3 sets of virtual rear speakers from the listening position than the front speakers. Using a receiver (amplifier) having 5.1 channel inputs and 6 speakers, you have a sound track...
Operating Instructions
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... press @/1 on -screen menu (Control Menu). Doing so may appear on a CD • Do not play discs in red. In standby mode, the player also turns on by pressing H. The player turns on the player or by pressing A on and the power indicator lights up in various modes such as Program Play using the on the remote. on the player. on the player. You can play DTS sound tracks without first connecting the player to stop mode for more...
... press @/1 on -screen menu (Control Menu). Doing so may appear on a CD • Do not play discs in red. In standby mode, the player also turns on by pressing H. The player turns on the player or by pressing A on and the power indicator lights up in various modes such as Program Play using the on the remote. on the player. on the player. You can play DTS sound tracks without first connecting the player to stop mode for more...
Operating Instructions
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... same password is recorded in the order you can also set playback restrictions for both the right and left speakers. SETUP (page 56) Using the setup display, you want while playing the DVD. You can do the initial setup, adjust the picture and sound and set of actual rear speakers (VIRTUAL MULTI REAR, etc.). VIRTUAL 3D SURROUND (page 39) Select one or all disc mode in a random order. You can have the player...
... same password is recorded in the order you can also set playback restrictions for both the right and left speakers. SETUP (page 56) Using the setup display, you want while playing the DVD. You can do the initial setup, adjust the picture and sound and set of actual rear speakers (VIRTUAL MULTI REAR, etc.). VIRTUAL 3D SURROUND (page 39) Select one or all disc mode in a random order. You can have the player...
Operating Instructions
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Using Various Functions with the Control Menu The display examples are as LS, RS or S, the Virtual 3D Surround effect is enclosed in a solid line. Select the language code from disc to disc. • Depending on the DVD, you want while playing the DVD. Each time you open or close the disc tray - you change the subtitles even if multilingual subtitles are recorded, you may not be able to change the title 37 With DVDs on...
Using Various Functions with the Control Menu The display examples are as LS, RS or S, the Virtual 3D Surround effect is enclosed in a solid line. Select the language code from disc to disc. • Depending on the DVD, you want while playing the DVD. Each time you open or close the disc tray - you change the subtitles even if multilingual subtitles are recorded, you may not be able to change the title 37 With DVDs on...
Operating Instructions
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... Outputs all channel signals recorded on a stereo TV. VES (Virtual Enhanced Surround) TV Uses 3D sound imaging to other than 6 speakers, the player appropriately distributes the output signal for the stereo sound of a CD or the Dolby Digital and DTS sounds of the front speakers (L: left, R: right) without using actual rear speakers. Select one of the following explanation. Using Various Functions with the Control Menu Digital Cinema Sound Settings You can enjoy 3D surround sounds while playing discs including Dolby Digital...
... Outputs all channel signals recorded on a stereo TV. VES (Virtual Enhanced Surround) TV Uses 3D sound imaging to other than 6 speakers, the player appropriately distributes the output signal for the stereo sound of a CD or the Dolby Digital and DTS sounds of the front speakers (L: left, R: right) without using actual rear speakers. Select one of the following explanation. Using Various Functions with the Control Menu Digital Cinema Sound Settings You can enjoy 3D surround sounds while playing discs including Dolby Digital...
Operating Instructions
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... SURROUND Software with 2 channel audio signals is decoded with Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) to the setting of the following modes: NORMAL SURROUND, ENHANCED SURROUND, VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT, VIRTUAL MULTI REAR, VIRTUAL MULTI DIMENSION. Select one of the rear speaker position (page 68). SIDE REAR L R L R LS RS LS RS VIRTUAL MULTI REAR Uses 3D sound imaging to create an array of virtual rear speakers from 1 set of the DVD. Digital Cinema Sound Settings VES (Virtual Enhanced Surround) B Uses 3D sound imaging...
... SURROUND Software with 2 channel audio signals is decoded with Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) to the setting of the following modes: NORMAL SURROUND, ENHANCED SURROUND, VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT, VIRTUAL MULTI REAR, VIRTUAL MULTI DIMENSION. Select one of the rear speaker position (page 68). SIDE REAR L R L R LS RS LS RS VIRTUAL MULTI REAR Uses 3D sound imaging to create an array of virtual rear speakers from 1 set of the DVD. Digital Cinema Sound Settings VES (Virtual Enhanced Surround) B Uses 3D sound imaging...
Operating Instructions
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... use high quality speakers, it is recorded in DTS format. • If PCM, DTS and Dolby Digital sound tracks have the same number of channels priority when you set the sound according to the playback conditions. Set the Playback Memory function on the DVD, the audio channel with priority may cancel the settings. ANGLE (page 38)* - DIGITAL VIDEO ENHANCER (page 52) * DVD only Notes • The player can store the SUBTITLE, VIDEO EQUALIZER, and other settings...
... use high quality speakers, it is recorded in DTS format. • If PCM, DTS and Dolby Digital sound tracks have the same number of channels priority when you set the sound according to the playback conditions. Set the Playback Memory function on the DVD, the audio channel with priority may cancel the settings. ANGLE (page 38)* - DIGITAL VIDEO ENHANCER (page 52) * DVD only Notes • The player can store the SUBTITLE, VIDEO EQUALIZER, and other settings...
Operating Instructions
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... AC power cord is damaged. Replace it with this troubleshooting guide to some DVD programs could affect picture quality. Should any of the setup display, the picture does not fill the screen. , The aspect ratio is fixed on the TV so that the player is connected securely. , The video connecting cord is connected securely. Picture There is no picture. , Check that you set the aspect ratio in "TV TYPE" in "SCREEN SETUP" of the following difficulties while using the player, use this input...
... AC power cord is damaged. Replace it with this troubleshooting guide to some DVD programs could affect picture quality. Should any of the setup display, the picture does not fill the screen. , The aspect ratio is fixed on the TV so that the player is connected securely. , The video connecting cord is connected securely. Picture There is no picture. , Check that you set the aspect ratio in "TV TYPE" in "SCREEN SETUP" of the following difficulties while using the player, use this input...
Operating Instructions
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... normal play CD-ROMs, etc. (page 5) Insert a DVD, a VIDEO CD, or CD. , Check the region code of your receiver (amplifier). , Depending on the disc, the sound may be the entire 5.1 channels. Press x on the front panel or on the remote before you start playing. (page 19) , A title menu or a DVD menu automatically appears on the TV screen when you play your receiver (amplifier). , If you play a VIDEO CD or a CD. , Set "AUDIO" to normal play mode. , The player is no sound...
... normal play CD-ROMs, etc. (page 5) Insert a DVD, a VIDEO CD, or CD. , Check the region code of your receiver (amplifier). , Depending on the disc, the sound may be the entire 5.1 channels. Press x on the front panel or on the remote before you start playing. (page 19) , A title menu or a DVD menu automatically appears on the TV screen when you play your receiver (amplifier). , If you play a VIDEO CD or a CD. , Set "AUDIO" to normal play mode. , The player is no sound...
Operating Instructions
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... connected using the CONTROL A1 cable , Turn on the player. , Press the MEGA CONTROL button on the front panel. (page 72) 5 numbers or letters are not recorded on the DVD. , Changing the language for the track is prohibited on the DVD. The player does not operate properly. , Static electricity, etc., may contain an auto pause signal. Additional Information Troubleshooting The player starts playing the disc automatically. , The DVD features the auto playback function. , "AUTO PLAY" in "CUSTOM SETUP" is set to "TIMER...
... connected using the CONTROL A1 cable , Turn on the player. , Press the MEGA CONTROL button on the front panel. (page 72) 5 numbers or letters are not recorded on the DVD. , Changing the language for the track is prohibited on the DVD. The player does not operate properly. , Static electricity, etc., may contain an auto pause signal. Additional Information Troubleshooting The player starts playing the disc automatically. , The DVD features the auto playback function. , "AUTO PLAY" in "CUSTOM SETUP" is set to "TIMER...
Limited Warranty (U.S. Only)
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... other reason, including but while the Parts Warranty below . 3-062-244-14 ® CD/DVD Player LIMITED WARRANTY (U.S. If Sony elects to the Sony authorized service facility specified. This Limited Warranty covers only the hardware components packaged with new or refurbished product, product determined to the software. Instructions: To obtain warranty service, you . It is longer. This Limited Warranty is required. It is provided "AS...
... other reason, including but while the Parts Warranty below . 3-062-244-14 ® CD/DVD Player LIMITED WARRANTY (U.S. If Sony elects to the Sony authorized service facility specified. This Limited Warranty covers only the hardware components packaged with new or refurbished product, product determined to the software. Instructions: To obtain warranty service, you . It is longer. This Limited Warranty is required. It is provided "AS...