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... to the Control Menu Display 12 Hookups Hooking Up the Player 15 Step 1: Unpacking 15 Step 2: Preparing the Remote 15 Step 3: Connecting the Video/HDMI Cords 17 Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords 20 Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord 26 Step 6: Quick Setup 26 Playing Discs Inserting Discs 30 Playing ...Discs 32 Resuming Playback From the Point Where You Stopped the Disc (Multi-disc Resume 34 Using the DVD's Menu 35 Selecting "ORIGINAL" or "PLAY LIST" on a DVD-RW 36 Selecting a Playback Area for a Super Audio CD 37 Playing VIDEO CDs With PBC Functions (PBC Playback ...
... to the Control Menu Display 12 Hookups Hooking Up the Player 15 Step 1: Unpacking 15 Step 2: Preparing the Remote 15 Step 3: Connecting the Video/HDMI Cords 17 Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords 20 Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord 26 Step 6: Quick Setup 26 Playing Discs Inserting Discs 30 Playing ...Discs 32 Resuming Playback From the Point Where You Stopped the Disc (Multi-disc Resume 34 Using the DVD's Menu 35 Selecting "ORIGINAL" or "PLAY LIST" on a DVD-RW 36 Selecting a Playback Area for a Super Audio CD 37 Playing VIDEO CDs With PBC Functions (PBC Playback ...
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bandwidth Digital Content Protection) compliant device with HDMI or DVI (Digital Visual Interface) input. C SA-CD (Super Audio CD) indicator Lights up when playing a track or chapter that contains three or.../TEXT button (56) * This player is based on /standby) button (30) B HDMI* (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) indicator Lights up when the HDMI OUT jack is inserted. This DVD player incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HighDefinition Multimedia...
bandwidth Digital Content Protection) compliant device with HDMI or DVI (Digital Visual Interface) input. C SA-CD (Super Audio CD) indicator Lights up when playing a track or chapter that contains three or.../TEXT button (56) * This player is based on /standby) button (30) B HDMI* (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) indicator Lights up when the HDMI OUT jack is inserted. This DVD player incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HighDefinition Multimedia...
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...) D LINE OUT AUDIO L/R 1/2 jacks (21) (22) (23) E LINE OUT VIDEO 1/2 jacks (17) F S VIDEO OUT 1/2 jacks (17) G COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, PB/ CB, PR/CR) jacks (17) H HDMI OUT (high-definition multimedia interface out) jack (17) 10 To turn off , and the FL OFF indicator on the player. The front panel display turns...
...) D LINE OUT AUDIO L/R 1/2 jacks (21) (22) (23) E LINE OUT VIDEO 1/2 jacks (17) F S VIDEO OUT 1/2 jacks (17) G COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, PB/ CB, PR/CR) jacks (17) H HDMI OUT (high-definition multimedia interface out) jack (17) 10 To turn off , and the FL OFF indicator on the player. The front panel display turns...
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... LINE OUT VIDEO 1 or 2 TV, projector or AV amplifier (receiver) to COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (yellow) (green) (blue) (red) CD/DVD player to HDMI OUT HDMI cord (not supplied) l : Signal flow to your TV monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver). Hookups Step 3: Connecting the Video...) equipped with a compatible TV, projector, or monitor, you must use pattern C. Select pattern D when connecting to view progressive signal pictures with HDMI input. Select one of the patterns A through D, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver) using a ...
... LINE OUT VIDEO 1 or 2 TV, projector or AV amplifier (receiver) to COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (yellow) (green) (blue) (red) CD/DVD player to HDMI OUT HDMI cord (not supplied) l : Signal flow to your TV monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver). Hookups Step 3: Connecting the Video...) equipped with a compatible TV, projector, or monitor, you must use pattern C. Select pattern D when connecting to view progressive signal pictures with HDMI input. Select one of the patterns A through D, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver) using a ...
Operating Instructions
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... TV accepts progressive 480p format signals, you must use another audio connection in "SCREEN SETUP" to enjoy high quality digital picture and sound through the HDMI OUT jack. Note that are not HDCP compliant (e.g., DVI jacks on the disc and the TV type (standard 4:3 screen TV or wide screen TV), ...image may not fit the TV screen. You will enjoy standard quality images. You will not accept any audio signals, so you cannot connect the HDMI OUT jack to this happens, change the aspect ratio for the connected TV Depending on PC displays). To change the aspect ratio (page 78). ...
... TV accepts progressive 480p format signals, you must use another audio connection in "SCREEN SETUP" to enjoy high quality digital picture and sound through the HDMI OUT jack. Note that are not HDCP compliant (e.g., DVI jacks on the disc and the TV type (standard 4:3 screen TV or wide screen TV), ...image may not fit the TV screen. You will enjoy standard quality images. You will not accept any audio signals, so you cannot connect the HDMI OUT jack to this happens, change the aspect ratio for the connected TV Depending on PC displays). To change the aspect ratio (page 78). ...
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... position is in between your stereo amplifier (receiver). Note Super Audio CD audio signals are not output from the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL)/ HDMI OUT jack. 22 Stereo audio cord (not supplied) (white) or or (red) to DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) Coaxial digital cord (not... use B-1 . B Connecting to a stereo amplifier (receiver) and 2 speakers/Connecting to the MD deck or DAT deck without using your speakers. CD/DVD player Optical digital cord (not supplied) Remove plug cap before connecting. In this case, you can also connect the player directly to an MD deck...
... position is in between your stereo amplifier (receiver). Note Super Audio CD audio signals are not output from the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL)/ HDMI OUT jack. 22 Stereo audio cord (not supplied) (white) or or (red) to DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) Coaxial digital cord (not... use B-1 . B Connecting to a stereo amplifier (receiver) and 2 speakers/Connecting to the MD deck or DAT deck without using your speakers. CD/DVD player Optical digital cord (not supplied) Remove plug cap before connecting. In this case, you can also connect the player directly to an MD deck...
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CD/DVD player Hookups Optical digital cord (not supplied) Remove plug cap before connecting. Stereo audio cord (not supplied) (white) or or (red) to DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL ...] Amplifier (receiver) with a center speaker, 2 rear speakers and a subwoofer. • Super Audio CD audio signals are not output from the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL)/ HDMI OUT jack. Notes • When connecting 6 speakers, replace the monaural rear speaker with Dolby Surround decoder [Speakers] Rear (L) Rear (R) Front (L) Front (R) Subwoofer l: Signal flow Center...
CD/DVD player Hookups Optical digital cord (not supplied) Remove plug cap before connecting. Stereo audio cord (not supplied) (white) or or (red) to DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL ...] Amplifier (receiver) with a center speaker, 2 rear speakers and a subwoofer. • Super Audio CD audio signals are not output from the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL)/ HDMI OUT jack. Notes • When connecting 6 speakers, replace the monaural rear speaker with Dolby Surround decoder [Speakers] Rear (L) Rear (R) Front (L) Front (R) Subwoofer l: Signal flow Center...
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... (not supplied) to 5.1CH OUTPUT Optical digital cord (not supplied) Remove plug cap before connecting. CD/DVD player to HDMI OUT to DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) to audio/HDMI digital input [Speakers] Center Subwoofer l: Signal flow 24 Front (L) Front (R) Rear (L) Rear (R) With the following connections, you want to use D-1 . If you can...
... (not supplied) to 5.1CH OUTPUT Optical digital cord (not supplied) Remove plug cap before connecting. CD/DVD player to HDMI OUT to DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) to audio/HDMI digital input [Speakers] Center Subwoofer l: Signal flow 24 Front (L) Front (R) Rear (L) Rear (R) With the following connections, you want to use D-1 . If you can...
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... and center speakers of your AV amplifier (receiver). Hookups D-1 : Connecting to the 5.1ch input jacks You can enjoy 5.1ch surround sound using an HDMI cord, you will allow you connect the player to an AV amplifier (receiver) using the internal Dolby Digital, DTS, or Super Audio CD Multi decoder... : Connecting to a digital jack This connection will need to do one of the following: -Connect the AV amplifier (receiver) to the TV with the HDMI cord. -Connect the player to use the Dolby Digital, or DTS decoder function of the same size and performance. -Place the subwoofer between the left...
... and center speakers of your AV amplifier (receiver). Hookups D-1 : Connecting to the 5.1ch input jacks You can enjoy 5.1ch surround sound using an HDMI cord, you will allow you connect the player to an AV amplifier (receiver) using the internal Dolby Digital, DTS, or Super Audio CD Multi decoder... : Connecting to a digital jack This connection will need to do one of the following: -Connect the AV amplifier (receiver) to the TV with the HDMI cord. -Connect the player to use the Dolby Digital, or DTS decoder function of the same size and performance. -Place the subwoofer between the left...
Operating Instructions
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...the type of jack (if any) you are complete. B-2 C-2 D-2 D-3 • Select "DIGITAL OUTPUT." SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: 16:9 HDMI RESOLUTION: AUTO SCREEN SAVER: ON BACKGROUND: BLUE BLACK LEVEL: ON BLACK LEVEL(COMPONENT OUT): OFF COMPONENT OUT: INTERLACE 4:3 OUTPUT: INTERLACE PROGRESSIVE 9... selecting the type of the TV to an amplifier (receiver), then press ENTER. c continued 27 Hookups SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: 16:9 HDMI RESOLUTION: 16:9 SCREEN SAVER: 4:3 LETTER BOX BACKGROUND: 4:3 PAN SCAN BLACK LEVEL: ON BLACK LEVEL(COMPONENT OUT): OFF COMPONENT OUT: ...
...the type of jack (if any) you are complete. B-2 C-2 D-2 D-3 • Select "DIGITAL OUTPUT." SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: 16:9 HDMI RESOLUTION: AUTO SCREEN SAVER: ON BACKGROUND: BLUE BLACK LEVEL: ON BLACK LEVEL(COMPONENT OUT): OFF COMPONENT OUT: INTERLACE 4:3 OUTPUT: INTERLACE PROGRESSIVE 9... selecting the type of the TV to an amplifier (receiver), then press ENTER. c continued 27 Hookups SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: 16:9 HDMI RESOLUTION: 16:9 SCREEN SAVER: 4:3 LETTER BOX BACKGROUND: 4:3 PAN SCAN BLACK LEVEL: ON BLACK LEVEL(COMPONENT OUT): OFF COMPONENT OUT: ...
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... AUDIO ATT: OFF AUDIO FILTER: SHARP DOWNMIX: DOLBY SURROUND DIGITAL OUT: ON DOLBY DIGITAL: D-PCM DTS: D-PCM 48kHz/96kHz PCM: DOLBY DIGITAL AUDIO(HDMI): AUTO B-2 C-2 • D-PCM (page 82) D-2 D-3 • DOLBY DIGITAL (only if the amplifier (receiver) has a Dolby Digital decoder)... SETUP AUDIO ATT: OFF AUDIO FILTER: SHARP DOWNMIX: DOLBY SURROUND DIGITAL OUT: ON DOLBY DIGITAL: D-PCM DTS: D-PCM 48kHz/96kHz PCM: D-PCM AUDIO(HDMI): DTS 14 Press X/x to select the type of Dolby Digital signal you selected on pages 22 to 24 ( B through D ). B-2 C-2 •...
... AUDIO ATT: OFF AUDIO FILTER: SHARP DOWNMIX: DOLBY SURROUND DIGITAL OUT: ON DOLBY DIGITAL: D-PCM DTS: D-PCM 48kHz/96kHz PCM: DOLBY DIGITAL AUDIO(HDMI): AUTO B-2 C-2 • D-PCM (page 82) D-2 D-3 • DOLBY DIGITAL (only if the amplifier (receiver) has a Dolby Digital decoder)... SETUP AUDIO ATT: OFF AUDIO FILTER: SHARP DOWNMIX: DOLBY SURROUND DIGITAL OUT: ON DOLBY DIGITAL: D-PCM DTS: D-PCM 48kHz/96kHz PCM: D-PCM AUDIO(HDMI): DTS 14 Press X/x to select the type of Dolby Digital signal you selected on pages 22 to 24 ( B through D ). B-2 C-2 •...
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... you can play on this function, set "AUTO POWER OFF" in "CUSTOM SETUP" to play a disc from the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL)/ HDMI OUT jack. 32 For DVD VIDEOs, see page 38. For details, see "Enjoying MP3 Audio and JPEG Images" (page 64). • You can select to "ON" (page 80...
... you can play on this function, set "AUTO POWER OFF" in "CUSTOM SETUP" to play a disc from the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL)/ HDMI OUT jack. 32 For DVD VIDEOs, see page 38. For details, see "Enjoying MP3 Audio and JPEG Images" (page 64). • You can select to "ON" (page 80...
Operating Instructions
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.... X/x ENTER DISPLAY/ FILE 1 Press DISPLAY/FILE when the player is selected. The options for "SETUP" appear. 4 ALL ( 2 4 ) DVD VIDEO : : QUICK CUSTOM RESET QUICK 3 Press X/x to select an item, then press ENTER. Example: "SCREEN SETUP" Selected item SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: 16...:9 HDMI RESOLUTION: AUTO SCREEN SAVER: ON BACKGROUND: JACKET PICTURE BLACK LEVEL: ON BLACK LEVEL(COMPONENT OUT): OFF COMPONENT OUT: INTERLACE 4:3 OUTPUT: FULL Setup ...
.... X/x ENTER DISPLAY/ FILE 1 Press DISPLAY/FILE when the player is selected. The options for "SETUP" appear. 4 ALL ( 2 4 ) DVD VIDEO : : QUICK CUSTOM RESET QUICK 3 Press X/x to select an item, then press ENTER. Example: "SCREEN SETUP" Selected item SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: 16...:9 HDMI RESOLUTION: AUTO SCREEN SAVER: ON BACKGROUND: JACKET PICTURE BLACK LEVEL: ON BLACK LEVEL(COMPONENT OUT): OFF COMPONENT OUT: INTERLACE 4:3 OUTPUT: FULL Setup ...
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... in the Setup Display. Note When you to the default settings. Example: "4:3LETTER BOX" Selected setting SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: 4:3 LETTER BOX HDMI RESOLUTION: AUTO SCREEN SAVER: ON BACKGROUND: JACKET PICTURE BLACK LEVEL: ON BLACK LEVEL(COMPONENT OUT): OFF COMPONENT OUT: INTERLACE 4:3 OUTPUT: FULL Setting... the "SETUP" settings 1 Select "RESET" in "MENU," "SUBTITLE," or "AUDIO" that is not recorded on the DVD VIDEO, one of the settings explained on the DVD VIDEO. To use the display, see "Using the Setup Display" (page 76). Do not press [/1 while resetting the player...
... in the Setup Display. Note When you to the default settings. Example: "4:3LETTER BOX" Selected setting SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: 4:3 LETTER BOX HDMI RESOLUTION: AUTO SCREEN SAVER: ON BACKGROUND: JACKET PICTURE BLACK LEVEL: ON BLACK LEVEL(COMPONENT OUT): OFF COMPONENT OUT: INTERLACE 4:3 OUTPUT: FULL Setting... the "SETUP" settings 1 Select "RESET" in "MENU," "SUBTITLE," or "AUDIO" that is not recorded on the DVD VIDEO, one of the settings explained on the DVD VIDEO. To use the display, see "Using the Setup Display" (page 76). Do not press [/1 while resetting the player...
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...wide picture with the TV/projector, etc. Press H to your satisfaction, try another option that do not fit. 16:9 Note Depending on the DVD, "4:3 LETTER BOX" may be connected. If the picture is selected and the connected TV cannot accept the resolution, the player automatically adjusts the ...instruction manual supplied with bands on the entire screen and cuts off the portions that suits the disc and your display device from the HDMI OUT jack. Automatically displays the wide picture on the upper and lower portions of video signals output from becoming damaged (ghosting). For...
...wide picture with the TV/projector, etc. Press H to your satisfaction, try another option that do not fit. 16:9 Note Depending on the DVD, "4:3 LETTER BOX" may be connected. If the picture is selected and the connected TV cannot accept the resolution, the player automatically adjusts the ...instruction manual supplied with bands on the entire screen and cuts off the portions that suits the disc and your display device from the HDMI OUT jack. Automatically displays the wide picture on the upper and lower portions of video signals output from becoming damaged (ghosting). For...
Operating Instructions
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...color is black. ◆ BLACK LEVEL Selects the black level (setup level) for the video signals output from the jacks other than COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/HDMI OUT jacks. Use this when the picture becomes too white. ◆ BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT) Selects the black level (setup level) for the ...Display. If you have a TV that this when you can change the aspect ratio on your TV, not the player. See page 90 for HDMI connection, or progressive signals output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. Lowers the standard black level. PROGRESSIVE Select this setting is effective only for ...
...color is black. ◆ BLACK LEVEL Selects the black level (setup level) for the video signals output from the jacks other than COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/HDMI OUT jacks. Use this when the picture becomes too white. ◆ BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT) Selects the black level (setup level) for the ...Display. If you have a TV that this when you can change the aspect ratio on your TV, not the player. See page 90 for HDMI connection, or progressive signals output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. Lowers the standard black level. PROGRESSIVE Select this setting is effective only for ...
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...continued 81 Multi-channel audio signals are output via the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL)/ HDMI OUT jack. OFF The influence of the following jacks: - Settings for the Sound (AUDIO SETUP) "AUDIO SETUP" allows you play a DVD which has rear sound elements (channels) or is recorded in the Setup Display. The .../DVD-RW only) Switches the method for mixing down to 2 channels when you to the playback and connection conditions. DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL)/ HDMI OUT jack when "DOLBY DIGITAL" is only output as 48 kHz/16 bit PCM. When you are underlined. Note There may be little ...
...continued 81 Multi-channel audio signals are output via the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL)/ HDMI OUT jack. OFF The influence of the following jacks: - Settings for the Sound (AUDIO SETUP) "AUDIO SETUP" allows you play a DVD which has rear sound elements (channels) or is recorded in the Setup Display. The .../DVD-RW only) Switches the method for mixing down to 2 channels when you to the playback and connection conditions. DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL)/ HDMI OUT jack when "DOLBY DIGITAL" is only output as 48 kHz/16 bit PCM. When you are underlined. Note There may be little ...
Operating Instructions
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... output if you connect a component that cannot receive the stream signal of DTS is connected to the HDMI OUT jack, audio signals are not output from the HDMI OUT jack. • 48kHz/96kHz PCM (DVD VIDEO only) Selects the sampling frequency of the audio signal. 48kHz/16bit The audio signals of... DVD VIDEOs are output in their original sampling frequency level. • If the HDMI OUT jack is connected to equipment not compatible with a built-in DTS decoder. Outputs audio signals according to 48 kHz/...
... output if you connect a component that cannot receive the stream signal of DTS is connected to the HDMI OUT jack, audio signals are not output from the HDMI OUT jack. • 48kHz/96kHz PCM (DVD VIDEO only) Selects the sampling frequency of the audio signal. 48kHz/16bit The audio signals of... DVD VIDEOs are output in their original sampling frequency level. • If the HDMI OUT jack is connected to equipment not compatible with a built-in DTS decoder. Outputs audio signals according to 48 kHz/...
Operating Instructions
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Adjusting the speaker volume and level 1 Select "SPEAKER SETUP" in sequence. 3 From your listening position, select "LEVEL (FRONT)" or "LEVEL (REAR)" and adjust the value using X/x. 4 Select "TEST TONE" and set to turn off the test tone. You will hear the test tone from the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL)/ HDMI OUT jack. 85 Settings and Adjustments Note The test tone signals are not output from each speaker in the Setup Display. 2 Select "TEST TONE" and set to "OFF" to "ON."
Adjusting the speaker volume and level 1 Select "SPEAKER SETUP" in sequence. 3 From your listening position, select "LEVEL (FRONT)" or "LEVEL (REAR)" and adjust the value using X/x. 4 Select "TEST TONE" and set to turn off the test tone. You will hear the test tone from the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL)/ HDMI OUT jack. 85 Settings and Adjustments Note The test tone signals are not output from each speaker in the Setup Display. 2 Select "TEST TONE" and set to "OFF" to "ON."
Operating Instructions
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..." setting in this case, set . , The player is in pause mode or in progressive format. Change the "HDMI RESOLUTION" setting in "SCREEN SETUP" to "PROGRESSIVE" even though your nearest Sony dealer. Connect the TV and the player using the player, use this case, set "COMPONENT OUT" to "PROGRESSIVE." Sound There is...) and switch the input selector on your TV or if you are not output from your player goes through your VCR to get to your DVD. Picture There is no sound. , Re-connect the connecting cord securely. , The connecting cord is damaged. , The player is connected to the wrong ...
..." setting in this case, set . , The player is in pause mode or in progressive format. Change the "HDMI RESOLUTION" setting in "SCREEN SETUP" to "PROGRESSIVE" even though your nearest Sony dealer. Connect the TV and the player using the player, use this case, set "COMPONENT OUT" to "PROGRESSIVE." Sound There is...) and switch the input selector on your TV or if you are not output from your player goes through your VCR to get to your DVD. Picture There is no sound. , Re-connect the connecting cord securely. , The connecting cord is damaged. , The player is connected to the wrong ...