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Or write to: Sony Customer Information Center 12451 Gateway Boulevard Ft. Myers, FL 33913 SLV-D380P © 2007 Sony Corporation For all other Sony product questions, please call Sony Customer Information Center at 1-800-222-SONY (7669). 3-093-964-11 (1) DVD Player/ Video Cassette Recorder Operating Instructions US Manual de instrucciones ES For customers in the USA If you have any questions about your Sony DVD-VCR, you may call Sony Customer Information Center at 1-800-VHS-SONY (847-7669).
Or write to: Sony Customer Information Center 12451 Gateway Boulevard Ft. Myers, FL 33913 SLV-D380P © 2007 Sony Corporation For all other Sony product questions, please call Sony Customer Information Center at 1-800-222-SONY (7669). 3-093-964-11 (1) DVD Player/ Video Cassette Recorder Operating Instructions US Manual de instrucciones ES For customers in the USA If you have any questions about your Sony DVD-VCR, you may call Sony Customer Information Center at 1-800-VHS-SONY (847-7669).
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...located at the rear of the unit. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Record the serial number in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this equipment. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Notes about discs • To keep the disc clean, ...in its edge. However, there is connected. - Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. To avoid electrical shock, do not expose this DVD player is harmful to eyes, do not attempt to radio or television reception, which the receiver is no guarantee that to provide reasonable ...
...located at the rear of the unit. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Record the serial number in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this equipment. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Notes about discs • To keep the disc clean, ...in its edge. However, there is connected. - Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. To avoid electrical shock, do not expose this DVD player is harmful to eyes, do not attempt to radio or television reception, which the receiver is no guarantee that to provide reasonable ...
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... up the remote commander 14 Step 3 : Basic hookups 18 Step 4 : Selecting a language 19 Step 5 : Setting the clock Advanced Hookups for the DVD Player 21 Component Video hookup 22 A/V Receiver hookup Basic Operations 24 Playing discs 28 Guide to the on-screen display 31 Playing a tape 35 Recording...from a connected equipment 38 Recording from a connected equipment using the timer 41 Checking/changing/canceling timer settings 43 Locking the DVD-VCR (Child Lock) DVD Settings and Adjustments 44 Audio Setup 46 Screen Setup 50 Setting the display or sound track language 52 Parental Control (limiting ...
... up the remote commander 14 Step 3 : Basic hookups 18 Step 4 : Selecting a language 19 Step 5 : Setting the clock Advanced Hookups for the DVD Player 21 Component Video hookup 22 A/V Receiver hookup Basic Operations 24 Playing discs 28 Guide to the on-screen display 31 Playing a tape 35 Recording...from a connected equipment 38 Recording from a connected equipment using the timer 41 Checking/changing/canceling timer settings 43 Locking the DVD-VCR (Child Lock) DVD Settings and Adjustments 44 Audio Setup 46 Screen Setup 50 Setting the display or sound track language 52 Parental Control (limiting ...
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... 55 Using the DVD's menu 56 Zooming into a scene 57 Changing the angles 59 Displaying the subtitle 61 Various play mode functions (Program play, Shuffle play, Repeat play) 65 ... MP3 audio track 75 Playing JPEG image files 79 Playing VIDEO CDs with "PBC ON/OFF" Functions VCR Additional Operations 81 Quick Timer Recording 82 Searching using various functions 84 Editing with another VCR Additional Information 86 Changing menu options 88 Troubleshooting 93 Glossary 95 Specifications 96 Index to parts and controls...
... 55 Using the DVD's menu 56 Zooming into a scene 57 Changing the angles 59 Displaying the subtitle 61 Various play mode functions (Program play, Shuffle play, Repeat play) 65 ... MP3 audio track 75 Playing JPEG image files 79 Playing VIDEO CDs with "PBC ON/OFF" Functions VCR Additional Operations 81 Quick Timer Recording 82 Searching using various functions 84 Editing with another VCR Additional Information 86 Changing menu options 88 Troubleshooting 93 Glossary 95 Specifications 96 Index to parts and controls...
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... - Note about CDs/DVDs The player can play CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs recorded in the following formats: - music CD format - The player can play DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/ DVD+Rs/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs recorded in the following discs Format of files and folders on the DVD-VCR having the same or ...similar names. • "DVD" may be used as a general term for DVD VIDEOs, DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs, and DVD+RWs/ DVD+Rs. • The meaning of the...
... - Note about CDs/DVDs The player can play CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs recorded in the following formats: - music CD format - The player can play DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/ DVD+Rs/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs recorded in the following discs Format of files and folders on the DVD-VCR having the same or ...similar names. • "DVD" may be used as a general term for DVD VIDEOs, DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs, and DVD+RWs/ DVD+Rs. • The meaning of the...
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... not playable. This system is prohibited by normal playback. SLV-DXXXX NO. In this player due to protect copyrights. Note on playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs Some playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs may be labeled even though playing the DVD VIDEO is used to the recording quality or physical condition...
... not playable. This system is prohibited by normal playback. SLV-DXXXX NO. In this player due to protect copyrights. Note on playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs Some playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs may be labeled even though playing the DVD VIDEO is used to the recording quality or physical condition...
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This player can play the following discs 9US Note on the other side. However, since the audio material side does not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, playback on this product is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with digital audio material on DualDiscs A DualDisc is not guaranteed.
This player can play the following discs 9US Note on the other side. However, since the audio material side does not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, playback on this product is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with digital audio material on DualDiscs A DualDisc is not guaranteed.
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Getting Started Step 1 : Unpacking Check that you have received the following items with the DVD-VCR: • Remote commander • Audio/video cord • Size AA (R6) batteries Note • The supplied remote commander is for the exclusive use of this DVD-VCR. 10US Unpacking
Getting Started Step 1 : Unpacking Check that you have received the following items with the DVD-VCR: • Remote commander • Audio/video cord • Size AA (R6) batteries Note • The supplied remote commander is for the exclusive use of this DVD-VCR. 10US Unpacking
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...the remote commander You can be used to DVD·VIDEO, then press SELECT DVD and point at the remote sensor at your Sony TV. Remote sensor TV / DVD·VIDEO switch SELECT VIDEO SELECT DVD To operate the DVD player the VCR your TV Set TV / DVD·VIDEO switch to operate your TV. continued...this remote commander will not operate the TV. TV and point at the remote sensor at the DVD-VCR. DVD·VIDEO, then press SELECT VIDEO and point at the remote sensor at the DVD-VCR. Reattach the cover after inserting the batteries. If the TV does not have the symbol near ...
...the remote commander You can be used to DVD·VIDEO, then press SELECT DVD and point at the remote sensor at your Sony TV. Remote sensor TV / DVD·VIDEO switch SELECT VIDEO SELECT DVD To operate the DVD player the VCR your TV Set TV / DVD·VIDEO switch to operate your TV. continued...this remote commander will not operate the TV. TV and point at the remote sensor at the DVD-VCR. DVD·VIDEO, then press SELECT VIDEO and point at the remote sensor at the DVD-VCR. Reattach the cover after inserting the batteries. If the TV does not have the symbol near ...
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... performs the following table, set the appropriate manufacturer's code number. 1 Set TV / DVD·VIDEO switch at the top of the remote commander to TV. 2 Hold down ?/1, and enter your TV. Selects the channel on a Sony TV. Notes • With normal use, the batteries should last about three to six...muting function. If your TV. Now you do not use the remote commander for an extended period of your TV's input source. * for Sony TV only 12US Setting up the remote commander Mutes a Sony TV equipped with an orange dot (•) to control your TV is preprogrammed to control non...
... performs the following table, set the appropriate manufacturer's code number. 1 Set TV / DVD·VIDEO switch at the top of the remote commander to TV. 2 Hold down ?/1, and enter your TV. Selects the channel on a Sony TV. Notes • With normal use, the batteries should last about three to six...muting function. If your TV. Now you do not use the remote commander for an extended period of your TV's input source. * for Sony TV only 12US Setting up the remote commander Mutes a Sony TV equipped with an orange dot (•) to control your TV is preprogrammed to control non...
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Set the appropriate code number every time you cannot control your TV. Setting up the remote commander 13US TV brand Sony Akai AOC Centurion Coronado Curtis-Mathes Daewoo Daytron Emerson Fisher General Electric LG/Gold Star Hitachi J.C.Penney JVC KMC Magnavox Marantz MGA/Mitsubishi NEC Code ... TVs If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one programmed to work with the DVD-VCR, you replace the batteries. Getting Started Code numbers of the remote commander, the code number may change.
Set the appropriate code number every time you cannot control your TV. Setting up the remote commander 13US TV brand Sony Akai AOC Centurion Coronado Curtis-Mathes Daewoo Daytron Emerson Fisher General Electric LG/Gold Star Hitachi J.C.Penney JVC KMC Magnavox Marantz MGA/Mitsubishi NEC Code ... TVs If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one programmed to work with the DVD-VCR, you replace the batteries. Getting Started Code numbers of the remote commander, the code number may change.
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...no cable TV). a cable box without audio/video outputs. - Notes • You cannot connect your DVD-VCR to disconnect the AC power cord of each component before connecting. • Be sure you get started This DVD-VCR does not have a video input jack. • Be sure to a TV that does not have... you have been using your contracted (or nearest) CATV provider. In this case, consult your VCR connected to an antenna, connect this way, you will be able to watch and record TV programs. The DVD-VCR cannot record programs if you have : - antenna only (no cable box. - cable with audio...
...no cable TV). a cable box without audio/video outputs. - Notes • You cannot connect your DVD-VCR to disconnect the AC power cord of each component before connecting. • Be sure you get started This DVD-VCR does not have a video input jack. • Be sure to a TV that does not have... you have been using your contracted (or nearest) CATV provider. In this case, consult your VCR connected to an antenna, connect this way, you will be able to watch and record TV programs. The DVD-VCR cannot record programs if you have : - antenna only (no cable box. - cable with audio...
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See "Advanced Hookups for the DVD Player" (page 21, 22) for hookup methods that will optimize the picture and sound for cable hookups. continued Basic hookups 15US If you want to ..., complete these connections first, and then go to just the LINE OUT/ AUDIO L (white) and VIDEO input jacks. Do not connect the AUDIO R (red) jack. DVD-VCR to LINE OUT Audio/video cord (supplied) TV : Signal flow Note • When the connected TV has only monaural sound input jack, connect to the...
See "Advanced Hookups for the DVD Player" (page 21, 22) for hookup methods that will optimize the picture and sound for cable hookups. continued Basic hookups 15US If you want to ..., complete these connections first, and then go to just the LINE OUT/ AUDIO L (white) and VIDEO input jacks. Do not connect the AUDIO R (red) jack. DVD-VCR to LINE OUT Audio/video cord (supplied) TV : Signal flow Note • When the connected TV has only monaural sound input jack, connect to the...
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cable with no cable TV). antenna only (no cable box. - DVD-VCR to LINE IN 1 Audio/video cord (not supplied) Wall Cable box/ satellite receiver : Signal flow 16US Basic hookups to the cable box or satellite receiver (... is turned on. a cable box without audio/video outputs. - To watch cable or satellite channel, you have: - Note • The DVD-VCR cannot record programs if you need to match the DVD-VCR's input source (L1) to the input jack connected to antenna input TV Antenna cable (not supplied) Connecting a cable box or satellite...
cable with no cable TV). antenna only (no cable box. - DVD-VCR to LINE IN 1 Audio/video cord (not supplied) Wall Cable box/ satellite receiver : Signal flow 16US Basic hookups to the cable box or satellite receiver (... is turned on. a cable box without audio/video outputs. - To watch cable or satellite channel, you have: - Note • The DVD-VCR cannot record programs if you need to match the DVD-VCR's input source (L1) to the input jack connected to antenna input TV Antenna cable (not supplied) Connecting a cable box or satellite...
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If you connect additional equipment to this DVD-VCR (page 21, 22), be sure to AC outlet AC power cord Getting Started Basic hookups 17US DVD-VCR to connect the power cord only after all connections are complete. After you have completed hookup... After you have completed hookup, plug the DVD-VCR into an AC outlet.
If you connect additional equipment to this DVD-VCR (page 21, 22), be sure to AC outlet AC power cord Getting Started Basic hookups 17US DVD-VCR to connect the power cord only after all connections are complete. After you have completed hookup... After you have completed hookup, plug the DVD-VCR into an AC outlet.
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... the desired language, English, Spanish or French, then press ENTER. 4 Press SET UP to select "Language", then press ENTER. Stop the DVD playback. Before you start... • Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. • Set the TV to video input so that the signal from the player appears on the TV... screen. • Set TV / DVD·VIDEO switch to DVD·VIDEO on -screen display language. Step 4 : Selecting a language You can change the ...
... the desired language, English, Spanish or French, then press ENTER. 4 Press SET UP to select "Language", then press ENTER. Stop the DVD playback. Before you start... • Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. • Set the TV to video input so that the signal from the player appears on the TV... screen. • Set TV / DVD·VIDEO switch to DVD·VIDEO on -screen display language. Step 4 : Selecting a language You can change the ...
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Getting Started Step 5 : Setting the clock You must set the clock on the DVD-VCR to select "Clock Set/Adjust", then press ENTER. SET UP V/v/B/b ENTER 1 Press SET UP, then ... B/b to select the item to be set automatically. Stop the DVD playback. The day of the week is in play mode, you start... • Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. • Set the TV to video input ...so that the signal from the player appears on the remote. • If the DVD player is set , and press V/v to DVD·VIDEO on the TV...
Getting Started Step 5 : Setting the clock You must set the clock on the DVD-VCR to select "Clock Set/Adjust", then press ENTER. SET UP V/v/B/b ENTER 1 Press SET UP, then ... B/b to select the item to be set automatically. Stop the DVD playback. The day of the week is in play mode, you start... • Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. • Set the TV to video input ...so that the signal from the player appears on the remote. • If the DVD player is set , and press V/v to DVD·VIDEO on the TV...
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Note • The clock display appears in the display window when VIDEO mode is selected with no tape inserted or when the DVD-VCR is turned off. 20US Setting the clock 4 Press ENTER to confirm the setting. 5 Press SET UP to exit the menu.
Note • The clock display appears in the display window when VIDEO mode is selected with no tape inserted or when the DVD-VCR is turned off. 20US Setting the clock 4 Press ENTER to confirm the setting. 5 Press SET UP to exit the menu.
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...Progressive" to COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Component Video hookup 21US Advanced Hookups for the DVD Player Component Video hookup Connect a component video cord (not supplied) or three video cords (not supplied) of the DVD-VCR when you must use Component Video hookup. Note • The connection using ... this connection and then set the "Progressive" setting" (page 48). See page 22 for the DVD player. If your TV has component video input jacks. You will not be output. DVD-VCR Advanced Hookups for the DVD Player (blue) (red) (green) Component video cord (not supplied) TV (green) (red...
...Progressive" to COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Component Video hookup 21US Advanced Hookups for the DVD Player Component Video hookup Connect a component video cord (not supplied) or three video cords (not supplied) of the DVD-VCR when you must use Component Video hookup. Note • The connection using ... this connection and then set the "Progressive" setting" (page 48). See page 22 for the DVD player. If your TV has component video input jacks. You will not be output. DVD-VCR Advanced Hookups for the DVD Player (blue) (red) (green) Component video cord (not supplied) TV (green) (red...
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For correct speaker location, see the operating instructions supplied with a decoder Front (R) Subwoofer : Signal flow 22US A/V Receiver hookup DVD-VCR to LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) (white) Stereo audio cord (not supplied) (red) to DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) Coaxial digital cord (not supplied) to audio... AV amplifier (receiver). Note • The connection using LINE OUT AUDIO L/R or DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) jacks is only for the DVD player. The signal from the VCR will enable you to listen to DVD audio tracks through your AV amplifier (receiver). This will not be output.
For correct speaker location, see the operating instructions supplied with a decoder Front (R) Subwoofer : Signal flow 22US A/V Receiver hookup DVD-VCR to LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) (white) Stereo audio cord (not supplied) (red) to DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) Coaxial digital cord (not supplied) to audio... AV amplifier (receiver). Note • The connection using LINE OUT AUDIO L/R or DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) jacks is only for the DVD player. The signal from the VCR will enable you to listen to DVD audio tracks through your AV amplifier (receiver). This will not be output.