Sony DVP-CX870D - Cd/dvd Player User manual

CD/DVD Player
CD/DVD Player
© 2000 Sony Corporation
DVP-CX870D
3-064-300-11(1)
Operating Instructions

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Welcome!
Thank you for purchasing this Sony CD/
DVD Player. Before operating the unit,
please read this manual thoroughly and
retain it for future reference.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not expose the
unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock,
do not open the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only.
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this
product will increase eye hazard. As the
laser beam used in this CD/DVD player is
harmful to eyes, do not attempt to
disassemble the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
This label is located on the Laser protective
housing inside the enclosure.
This symbol is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO
WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
For customers in the U.S.A
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are
located at the rear of the unit. Record the
serial number in the space provided below.
Refer to them whenever you call upon
your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. DVP-CX870D
Serial No.______________
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any change or
modifications not expressly approved in
this manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the
following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
– Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on
a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
About This Manual 4
This Player Can Play the Following Discs 4
Precautions 6
Notes About the Discs 6
Getting Started 7
Unpacking 7
TV Hookups 8
Receiver (Amplifier) Hookups 10
5.1 Channel Surround Hookups 12
Selecting the Language for the On-Screen
Display 14
Operation Sound Effects (Sound Feedback) 15
Inserting Discs 16
Playing Discs 19
Playing Discs 19
Playing Side B (FLIP) 21
Playing at Various Speeds/Frame by Frame 22
Resuming Playback from the Point Where You
Stopped the Disc (Resume Play) 23
Using the DVD’s Menu 24
Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC Functions
(PBC Playback) 25
Using the Front Panel Display 26
Displaying the Disc Information (Disc Explorer)
28
Filing Discs in the Folder (Disc Explorer -
File Mode) 30
Labeling Discs and Folders (Disc Explorer -
Edit Mode) 32
Sorting Discs (Disc Explorer - Sort Mode) 35
Using Various Functions with the
Control Menu 37
Using the Control Menu Display 37
Control Menu Item List 39
Searching for a Disc/Title/Chapter/Track/Index/
Scene 40
Checking the Playing Time and Remaining
Time 41
Selecting a Starting Point Using the Time Code
42
Viewing the Disc Information 43
Changing the Sound 43
Displaying the Subtitles 45
Changing the Angles 46
Digital Cinema Sound Settings 47
Checking the Play Information 50
Locking Discs (Custom Parental Control) 51
Selecting the Disc Mode (1 Disc or All Discs) 53
Creating Your Own Program (Program Play) 53
Playing in Random Order (Shuffle Play) 56
Playing Repeatedly (Repeat Play) 57
Repeating a Specific Portion (A–B Repeat) 58
Adjusting the Playback Picture
(Video Equalizer) 59
Enhancing the Playback Picture (Digital Video
Enhancer) 60
Using the Quick Reference Screen (VIEWER) 61
Settings and Adjustments 63
Using the Setup Display 63
Setup Display Item List 65
Setting the Display Language or Sound Track
(LANGUAGE SETUP) 66
Settings for the Display (SCREEN SETUP) 67
Custom Settings (CUSTOM SETUP) 68
Settings for the Sound (AUDIO SETUP) 73
Settings for the Speakers (SPEAKER SETUP) 75
Controlling Your TV or AV Receiver (Amplifier)
with the Supplied Remote 78
Controlling the CD Changer (Mega Control) 80
Additional Information 82
Troubleshooting 82
Self-diagnosis function 85
Specifications 86
Glossary 87
Language Code List 89
Index to Parts and Controls 90
Index 94

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This Player Can Play the Following Discs
Disc logo
Contents
Disc size
Play time
The “DVD VIDEO” logo is a trademark.
This player conforms to the NTSC color system. You cannot play discs recorded in other color systems such as PAL or SECAM.
Region code of DVDs you can play on this unit
Your DVD player has a region code printed on the back of the unit and will only play DVDs
that are labeled with identical region codes.
DVDs labeled ALL will also play on this unit.
If you try to play any other DVD, the message “Playback prohibited by area limitations.” will
appear on the TV screen.
Depending on the DVD, no region code indication may be labeled even though playing the DVD is prohibited by area restrictions.
Note on playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs
Some playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs may be intentionally fixed by software producers. Since this player plays DVDs
and VIDEO CDs according to the disc contents the software producers designed, some playback features may not be available. Also
refer to the instructions supplied with the DVDs or VIDEO CDs.
About This Manual
Conventions
• Instructions in this manual describe the controls on the player.
You can also use the controls on the remote if they have the
same or similar names as those on the player.
• The icons on the right are used in this manual:
Icon Meaning
Indicates that you can use only the remote
to do the task.
Indicates tips and hints for making the
task easier.
Indicates that the function is for DVD
VIDEOs.
Indicates that the function is for VIDEO
CDs.
Indicates that the function is for Audio
CDs.
Audio + Video
DVDVIDEOs VIDEO CDs Audio CDs
Audio + Video Audio
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
double-sided
DVD)
12 cm 8 cm
74 min.
12 cm
20 min.
8 cm
(CD single)
20 min.
8 cm
74 min.
12 cm
Region code
Z
z
MODEL NO.
DVP–XXXX
CD/DVD PLAYER
AC 00V 00Hz
00W
NO.
SONY CORPORATION MADE IN JAPAN 0-000-000-00
X

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Terms for discs
• Title
The longest section of a picture or music feature on a DVD, the
movie, etc. in video software, or the name of an album in audio
software.
• Chapter
Sections of a picture or a music feature that are smaller than
titles. A title is composed of several chapters. Each chapter is
assigned a chapter number enabling you to locate the chapter
you want. Depending on the disc, no chapters may be
recorded.
• Track
Sections of a picture or a music feature on a VIDEO CD or a
CD. Each track is assigned a track number enabling you to
locate the track you want.
• Index (CD) / Video Index (VIDEO CD)
A number that divides a track into sections to easily locate the
point you want on a VIDEO CD or a CD. Depending on the
disc, no indexes may be recorded.
• Scene
On a VIDEO CD with PBC (playback control) functions, the
menu screens, moving pictures and still pictures are divided
into sections called “scenes.” Each scene is assigned a scene
number enabling you to locate the scene you want.
Note on PBC (Playback Control) (VIDEO CDs)
This player conforms to Ver. 1.1 and Ver. 2.0 of VIDEO CD
standards. You can enjoy two kinds of playback according to the
disc type.
Disc type
VIDEO CDs
without PBC
functions
(Ver. 1.1 discs)
VIDEO CDs with
PBC functions
(Ver. 2.0 discs)
When playing DTS*-encoded CDs, excessive noise will be heard
from the analog stereo outputs. To avoid possible damage to the
audio system, the consumer should take proper precautions
when the analog stereo outputs of the DVD player are connected
to an amplification system. To enjoy DTS Digital Surround™
playback, an external 5.1-channel DTS Digital Surround™
decoder system must be connected to the digital output of the
DVD player.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is
protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other
intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation
and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and
is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless
otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
* “DTS,” “DTS Digital Surround” and “DTS Digital Out” are
trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
You can
Enjoy video playback (moving pictures)
as well as music.
Play interactive software using menu
screens displayed on the TV screen (PBC
Playback), in addition to the video
playback functions of Ver. 1.1 discs.
Moreover, you can play high-resolution
still pictures if they are included on the
disc.
DVD
structure
VIDEO
CD or
CD
structure
Disc
Title
Chapter
Disc
Track
Index
Discs that the player cannot play
The player cannot play discs other than the ones listed in the
table on page 4. CD-Rs, CD-ROMs including PHOTO CDs, data
sections in CD-EXTRAs, DVD-ROMs, DVD-audio, HD (high
density) layer of Super Audio CD etc., cannot be played.

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Precautions
On safety
• Caution – The use of optical instruments with this
product will increase eye hazard.
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet,
unplug the player and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any further.
On power sources
• The player is not disconnected from the AC power
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall
outlet, even if the player itself has been turned off.
• If you are not going to use the player for a long time, be
sure to disconnect the player from the wall outlet. To
disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead), grasp the
plug itself; never pull the cord.
• Should the AC power cord (mains lead) need to be
changed, have it done at a qualified service shop only.
On placement
• Place the player in a location with adequate ventilation
to prevent heat build-up in the player.
• Do not place the player on a soft surface such as a rug
that might block the ventilation holes on the bottom.
• Do not place the player in a location near heat sources,
or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or
mechanical shock.
On operation
• If the player is brought directly from a cold to a warm
location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture
may condense on the lenses inside the player. Should
this occur, the player may not operate properly. In this
case, remove the disc and leave the player turned on for
about half an hour until the moisture evaporates.
• When you move the player, take out any discs. If you
don’t, the discs or the player may be damaged.
On adjusting volume
• Do not turn up the volume while listening to a section
with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you
do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level
section is played.
On cleaning
• Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth
slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do
not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or
solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your
player, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Caution: The enclosed DVD player is capable of
holding a still video image or on-screen display
image on your television screen indefinitely. If you
leave the still video image or on-screen display image
displayed on your TV for an extended period of time
you risk permanent damage to your television screen.
Projection televisions are especially susceptible to
this.
Notes About the Discs
On handling discs
• To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do
not touch the surface.
• Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.
If there is glue (or a similar substance) on the disc,
remove the glue completely before using the disc.
• Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources
such as hot air ducts, or leave it in a car parked in direct
sunlight as the temperature may rise considerably
inside the car.
• After playing, store the disc in its case.
On cleaning
• Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning cloth.
Wipe the disc from the center out.
• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner,
commercially available cleaners or anti-static spray
intended for vinyl LPs.
On novelty discs
• Do not use irregularly shaped CDs such as heart- or
star-shaped CDs as they may cause the player to
malfunction.

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Getting Started
Getting
Started
This section describes how to hook up
the CD/DVD player to a TV (with
audio/video input jacks) and/or an
AV receiver (amplifier). You cannot
connect this player to a TV which
does not have a video input
connector. Be sure to turn off the
power of each component before
making the connections.
Unpacking
Check that you have the following items:
• Audio/video connecting cord (1)
• S-link (control S) connecting cord (1)
• S video cord (1)
• Remote commander (remote) RMT-D124A(1)
• Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
Inserting batteries into the remote
You can control the player using the supplied remote.
Insert two Size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and –
ends on the batteries to the markings inside the
compartment. When using the remote, point it at the
remote sensor on the player.
zYou can control TVs andAV receivers (amplifiers) using the
supplied remote
See page 78.
Notes
• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place.
• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing,
particularly when replacing the batteries.
• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting
apparatuses. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
• If you do not use the remote for an extended period of time,
remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery
leakage and corrosion.
Transporting the player
Before transporting the player, follow the procedure
below to return the internal mechanisms to their original
positions.
1Remove all the discs from the disc slots.
Failure to remove the discs may cause damage to the
player.
2Press OPEN/CLOSE to close the front cover.
Make sure that “NO DISC” appears on the front panel
display.
3Wait for 10 seconds, then press ?/1on the remote,
followed by !on the player.
This will safely turn off the player.

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Getting Started
S VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
INPUT
L
R
S-LINK
CONTROL S
5.1 CH OUTPUT AUDIO OUT DIGITAL OUTAUDIO IN
L
FRONT REAR
12
CENTER
OPTICALCOAXIAL
PCM/DTS/
DOLBY DIGITAL
CONTROL S
IN
1Y
P B P R
2
1
2
WOOFER
MEGA
CONTROL
S-LINK
SVIDEO
OUTPUT
VIDEO
OUTPUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
R
L
R
L
R
CD/DVD player
: Signal flow
TV Hookups
This connection is for listening to the sound through TV
speakers (L: left, R: right). Refer to the instructions
supplied with the component to be connected.
zYou can enjoy surround sound using your TV’s built-in
speakers
You can use 3D sound imaging to create virtual rear speakers
from the sound of built-in TV speakers without using actual rear
speakers (VES TV: Virtual Enhanced Surround TV). For details,
see page 47.
Required cords
Audio/video connecting cord (supplied) (1)
S-link (control S) cord (supplied) (1)
S video cord (supplied) (1)
When connecting the cords, be sure to match the color-coded
cord to the appropriate jacks on the components: Yellow (video)
to Yellow, Red (right) to Red and White (left) to White. Be sure to
make connections firmly to avoid hum and noise.
If your TV has an S-LINK (CONTROL S) connector, you can
control the CD/DVD player from the TV. Connect the TV via the
S-LINK/CONTROL S IN connector.
If your TV has an S video input connector, connect the
component via the S VIDEO OUTPUT connector using the
supplied S video cord. You will get a better picture.
Refer to the instructions supplied with the TV to be connected.
To
AUDIO
OUT
To an AC outlet
TV
To S VIDEO
OUTPUT
To
VIDEO
OUTPUT
To S VIDEO
input
To S-LINK/
CONTROL S output
Yellow
White (L)
Red (R)
Yellow
White (L)
Red (R)
To S-LINK/
CONTROL S IN
To audio
input
To video
input

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Getting Started
If you connect the player to a monitor or
projector having component video input
connectors that conform to output signals from
the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, PB, PR) connectors
on the player
Connect the component via the COMPONENT VIDEO
OUT connectors using three video connecting cords (not
supplied) of the same kind. You will get a better picture.
CD/DVD player
Monitor or projector
with component video
input connectors
Y P B P R
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN
Y
P B
P R
Notes
• Refer to the instructions supplied with the component to be
connected.
• Do not connect this player to a video deck. If you do, noise
may appear in the picture.
• Depending on the TV or receiver (amplifier), sound distortion
may occur because the audio output level is high. In this case,
set “AUDIO ATT” in “AUDIO SETUP” to “ON” in the setup
display. For details, see page 73.
zIf your TV has an S-link (control S) connector
You can control the player from the TV.
Connect the TV via the S-LINK/CONTROL S IN connector using
the S-link (control S) cord (supplied). Refer to the instructions
supplied with the TV to be connected.
S-link (control S) cord (supplied) (1)
Setups for the player
Some setup adjustments are necessary for the player
depending on the TV or other components to be
connected.
Use the setup display to change the various settings.
For details on using the setup display, see page 63.
•To connect the player to a normal TV
In the setup display, set “TV TYPE” in “SCREEN
SETUP” to “4:3 LETTER BOX” (default setting) or “4:3
PAN SCAN.” For details, see page 67.
•To connect the player to a TV having the WIDE
MODE function
In the setup display, set “TV TYPE” in “SCREEN
SETUP” to “16:9/4:3 WIDE MODE.” For details, see
page 67.
•To connect the player to a wide-screen TV
In the setup display, set “TV TYPE” in “SCREEN
SETUP” to “16:9/4:3 WIDE MODE.” For details, see
page 67.
Connect
directly
VCR TV
CD/DVD
player
S-LINK
CONTROL S
CONTROL S
IN
S-LINK
CD/DVD player TV

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Getting Started
5.1 CH OUTPUT AUDIO OUT DIGITAL OUTAUDIO IN
L
FRONT REAR
12
CENTER
OPTICALCOAXIAL
PCM/DTS/
DOLBY DIGITAL
CONTROL S
IN
1Y
P B P R
2
1
2
WOOFER
MEGA
CONTROL
S-LINK
SVIDEO
OUTPUT
VIDEO
OUTPUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
R
L
R
L
R
DIGITAL IN
OPTICAL
COAXIAL
CD
L
R
S VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
INPUT
L
R
Receiver (Amplifier) Hookups
Connect your receiver (amplifier) as follows.
Refer as well to the instructions supplied with the
component to be connected.
zYou can enjoy surround sounds even if you only connect
front speakers
You can use 3D sound imaging to create virtual rear speakers
from the sound of the front speakers (L, R) without using actual
rear speakers (VES: Virtual Enhanced Surround and VIRTUAL
SEMI MULTI DIMENSION). For details, see page 47.
Required cords
Audio connecting cord (not supplied) (1)
S video cord (supplied) (1)
White (L)
Red (R) White (L) Red (R)
CD/DVD player
To AUDIO
OUT (R, L)
TV
To audio input
: Signal flow
Receiver
(Amplifier)
To an AC outlet
To S VIDEO
OUTPUT
To DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)
Take off the cap.
To
DIGITAL
OUT
(COAXIAL)
or
or
To optical
digital input
To coaxial digital input
Receiver
(Amplifier) with
a digital
connector, MD
deck, DAT deck,
etc.
When connecting the cords, be sure to match the color-coded
cord to the appropriate jacks on the components: Red (right) to
Red and White (left) to White. Be sure to make connections firmly
to avoid hum and noise.
If you have a digital component such as a receiver (amplifier)
with a digital connector, DAT or MD, connect the component via
the DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL or COAXIAL connector using an
optical or coaxial digital connecting cord (not supplied).
Optical digital connecting cord (not supplied) (1)
Coaxial digital connecting cord (not supplied) (1)
Do not connect the power cord to a switched AC outlet
such as the AC outlet on a receiver (amplifier). Doing so
may cause the Playback Memory, Bookmark, Disc Explorer
and menu settings to be cancelled when you turn off the
receiver.
To S VIDEO
input

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Getting Started
Note
You cannot enjoy a picture with an S video signal if your TV does
not conform to the S video signal. When your TV does not have
an S VIDEO input, connect the component via the VIDEO INPUT
connector using the supplied audio/video connecting cord
instead of the S video cord. For details, see page 8.
Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV.
Setups for the player when using the
digital connecting cords
Connect the component via the DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL
or COAXIAL connector using an optical or coaxial digital
connecting cord (not supplied). You do not need to use
the audio connecting cord.
Some setup adjustments are necessary for the player
depending on the components to be connected.
Use the setup display to change the various settings.
For details on using the setup display, see page 63.
If your receiver (amplifier) does not have a built-
in Dolby* Digital decoder or DTS decoder
•To listen to the sound through speakers connected
to a receiver (amplifier) which has a digital
connector, or to output the sound to a digital
component such as a DAT or MD deck
Set the “AUDIO SETUP” items in the setup display
(page 73) as shown in the illustration below. These are
the default settings.
When you have made the connections using an optical or
coaxial digital connecting cord, do not set ”DOLBY
DIGITAL“ to ”DOLBY DIGITAL,“ ”DTS“ to ”DTS“ and
“48kHz/96kHz PCM” to “96kHz/24bit.” If you do, a loud
noise will suddenly come out from the speakers, affecting
your ears or causing the speakers to be damaged.
Note
You cannot make direct digital audio recordings of discs recorded
in multichannel surround format using an MD deck or DAT
deck.
If you have an audio component with a built-in
Dolby Digital decoder or DTS decoder
• When you connect an audio component with a built-
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 74).
• When you connect an audio component with a built-
in DTS decoder B
Set “DIGITAL OUT” in “AUDIO SETUP” to “ON” and
then set “DTS” to “DTS” in the setup display (page 74).
• When you connect an audio component that is
compatible with 96kHz/24bit C
Set “DIGITAL OUT” in “AUDIO SETUP” to “ON” and
then set “48kHz/96kHz PCM” to “96kHz/24bit” in the
setup display (page 74).
Notes
• When you do not connect an audio component with a
built-in Dolby Digital decoder, do not set “DOLBY DIGITAL”
to “DOLBY DIGITAL.”
• When you do not connect an audio component with a
built-in DTS decoder, do not set “DTS” to “DTS.”
• Do not set to “96kHz/24bit” if your receiver (amplifier) is
not compatible with 96 kHz.
• When you connect the component via the DIGITAL OUT
OPTICAL or COAXIAL connector, the Virtual 3D Surround
effect cannot be heard.
AUDIO SETUP
AUDIO ATT:
AUDIO DRC:
DOWNMIX:
DIGITAL OUT:
DOLBY DIGITAL:
To set, press , then .
To quit, press .
OFF
STANDARD
DOLBY SURROUND
CENTER SPEAKER EQ: FLAT
ON
DOLBY DIGITAL
48kHz/96kHz PCM: 96kHz/24bit
DTS: DTS
ENTER
DISPLAY
B
A
C
* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby,” “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories.
Confidential unpublished works. ©1992-1997 Dolby
Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Set the
items as
shown
AUDIO SETUP
AUDIO ATT:
AUDIO DRC:
DOWNMIX:
DIGITAL OUT:
DOLBY DIGITAL:
To set, press , then .
To quit, press .
OFF
STANDARD
DOLBY SURROUND
CENTER SPEAKER EQ: FLAT
ON
D-PCM
48kHz/96kHz PCM: 48kHz/16bit
DTS: D-PCM
ENTER
DISPLAY

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Getting Started
5.1 Channel Surround Hookups
Some DVDs have a sound track with up to 5.1 channels
recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS format. Using a receiver
(amplifier) having 5.1 channel inputs and 6 speakers, you
can enjoy a more realistic audio presence in the comfort of
your own home.
“5.1 channel” stands for the 2 front speakers (Left and
Right), 2 rear speakers (Left and Right), 1 center speaker,
and a subwoofer.
Even if you have fewer than 6 speakers, the player
appropriately distributes the output signal to the
speakers.
This player also has a VIRTUAL 3D SURROUND mode.
You can use 3D sound imaging to shift the sound of the
rear speakers away from the actual speaker position
(VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT) or to create 3 sets of virtual rear
speakers from 1 set of actual rear speakers (VIRTUAL
MULTI REAR, etc.). For details on the VIRTUAL 3D
SURROUND mode, see page 47.
Speaker placement
For the best possible surround sound, we recommend the
following conditions.
• Use higher performance speakers.
• Use rear and center speakers that match your front
speakers in size and performance.
• Place the subwoofer between the front (L, R) speakers if
possible.
Note
Do not place the rear speakers farther away from the listening
position than the front speakers.
Required cords
Audio cords (not supplied) (2)
For the 5.1 CH OUTPUT FRONT and REAR jacks
Monaural audio cords (not supplied) (2)
For 5.1 CH OUTPUT CENTER and WOOFER jacks.
S video cord (supplied) (1)
For the S VIDEO OUTPUT jack
When connecting the cords, be sure to match the color-coded
cord to the appropriate jacks on the components: Red (right) to
Red and White (left) to White. Be sure to make connections firmly
to avoid hum and noise.
White (L)
Red (R) White (L)
Red (R)
Do not connect the power cord to a switched AC outlet
such as the AC outlet on a receiver (amplifier). Doing so
may cause the Playback Memory, Bookmark, Disc Explorer
and menu settings to be cancelled when you turn off the
receiver.
Notes
• Do not connect the power cord to an AC outlet or press the
POWER switch before completing all connections.
• Refer to the instructions supplied with the component to be
connected.
• The cord connectors should be fully inserted into the jacks. A
loose connection may cause hum and noise.
• If you want to connect the component via the DIGITAL OUT
OPTICAL or COAXIAL connector using an optical or coaxial
digital connecting cord (not supplied), see page 10.
Setups for the player
Some setup adjustments are necessary for the player
depending on the components to be connected.
Use the setup display to change the various settings.
For details on using the setup display, see page 63.
• To enjoy surround sounds by connecting the player
to a receiver (amplifier) with 5.1 channel inputs
Correctly adjust each speaker to your listening position
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S VIDEO IN
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TAPE
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DVD VIDEO 1 MONITOR
PRE OUT
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CD
IN REC OUT
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TUNER
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PHONO
DVD IN OPT
DVD IN
COAX
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TV
CD/DVD player
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SETUP
ENTER
You can select the language for the setup display, the
Control Menu display or the messages displayed on the
screen. The default setting is “ENGLISH.”
1When the player is in stop mode, press DISPLAY
and select “SETUP” using M/m.
The on-screen menu items are different depending on
whether there is a disc in the player or not.
2Press ENTER.
The setup display appears on the TV screen.
Selecting the Language for the On-Screen Display
3Select “LANGUAGE SETUP” using M/m, and then
press ENTER.
4Select “OSD” using M/m, then press ,or ENTER.
The languages you can select are displayed.
5Select the desired language using M/m, then press
ENTER.
6Press DISPLAY.
The setup display disappears.
7Press DISPLAY repeatedly to turn off the on-screen
menu.
LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD:
DVD MENU:
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:
To set, press , then .
ENGLISH
FRENCH
SPANISH
PORTUGUESE
ENTER
ENGLISH
To quit, press .
DISPLAY
CHOIX DE LA LANGUE
ÉCRANS:
MENU DVD :
AUDIO:
SOUS-TITRE:
Pour régler, appuyez sur , puis sur
.
FRANÇAIS
ANGLAIS
ORIGINAL
IDEM AUDIO
ENTER
Pour quitter, appuyez sur .
DISPLAY
DISPLAY
</M/m/,
ENTER
LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD:
DVD MENU:
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:
To set, press , then .
To quit, press .
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ORIGINAL
AUDIO FOLLOW
ENTER
DISPLAY
LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD:
DVD MENU:
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:
To set, press , then .
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ORIGINAL
AUDIO FOLLOW
ENTER
To quit, press .
DISPLAY
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Operation Sound Effects
(Sound Feedback)
The player beeps when the following operations are
performed.
The default setting of the Sound Feedback function is set
to off.
Operation Operation sound
Power is turned on One beep
Power is turned off Two beeps
His pressed One beep
Xis pressed Two beeps
Playback is stopped One long beep
Operation is not possible Three beeps
1Press !on the player, then press ?/1on the
remote.
The power indicator lights up in green.
2Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the front cover.
3Press and hold Xon the player for more than three
seconds.
You will hear one beep and the Sound Feedback
function is turned on.
To turn off the Sound Feedback Function
When the front cover is open, press and hold Xon the
player for more than three seconds. You will hear two
beeps and the Sound Feedback function is turned off.
X
To return to the previous screen
Press ORETURN.
To quit while making a selection
Press DISPLAY.
Note
The languages you can select are the ones displayed in Step 4.
For details, see page 66.
!OPEN/CLOSE
?/1
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Inserting Discs
You can insert up to 301 discs into the disc slots (including
the EASY PLAY slot) in this player.
1Press !to turn on the player.
2Press OPEN/CLOSE.
The front cover opens.
3Press DISC CHANGE to turn the indicator on.
4Turn the .–/>+ dial until you find the disc slot
where you want to insert a disc, while checking
the disc slot number indicated on the front panel
display or by the slot.
5Insert a disc with the playback side facing left.
Notes
• Make sure you have inserted the disc into each slot at a
right angle to the rotary table. If the disc is not put in
straight, it may damage the player or the disc.
• Gently place the disc all the way into the slot and do not
release the disc until it is completely seated.
6Repeat Steps 4 and 5 to insert more discs.
7Close the front cover by pressing OPEN/CLOSE.
The rotary table turns and the disc slot at the loading
position is set to the playing position.
zYou can select a disc slot number by skipping by 10 slots
When you select the disc slot number in Step 4, press DISC SKIP
+/– on the remote. Ten disc slots each before and after from the
current disc slot number will be skipped.
Notes
• When you insert an 8 cm (3-inch) CD, be sure to attach a Sony
CD-single adaptor (not supplied) to the disc and only use the
EASY PLAYslot.
Do not insert an empty 8 cm (3-inch) CD adaptor. It may
damage the player.
• Do not attach anything such as stickers or sleeves to discs. It
may damage the player or the disc.
• Do not turn the turntable by hand.
• Do not reach inside of the turntable compartment. Always
follow the correct steps for inserting and removing discs.
• When transporting the player, remove all discs from the player.
Failure to remove the discs may cause damage to the player.
With the playback
side facing left
Disc slot number
Disc slot at the
loading position
OPEN/CLOSE
!
Front cover OPEN/CLOSE
DISC CHANGE
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• When closing the front cover, be careful not to let anything get
caught between the door and the player.
• Do not insert anything other than a DVD, Audio CD or Video
CD into the player.
Using the EASY PLAY slot
The EASY PLAY slot can be used separately from other
slots for the purpose of inserting a disc you want to play
immediately.
The EASY PLAY disc is numbered 301. When you use the
Program Play or Disc Explorer function, or Search for a
disc by slot number, enter the disc in the EASY PLAY slot
as disc number 301.
To insert a disc to the EASY PLAY slot
1Press EASY PLAY.
The EASY PLAY indicator lights up on the player and
the EASY PLAY slot comes to the loading position and
the front cover opens.
EASY PLAY
EASY PLAY slot
2Insert the disc.
3Press EASY PLAY again.
The front cover closes and playback of the EASY PLAY
disc starts.
If you press EASY PLAY when there is a disc in
the EASY PLAY slot
The player loads the disc information and starts playback
of the disc.
z
“EZ” appears in the front panel display when the EASY PLAY
slot is being used.
To remove the disc from the EASY PLAY slot
1Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the front cover.
The front cover opens.
2Press EASY PLAY.
The EASY PLAY indicator lights up on the player and
the EASY PLAY slot comes to the loading position.
3Press AEJECT on the player.
The loading guide rises so that you can remove the
disc easily.
4Remove the disc.
EASY PLAY
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Inserting Discs
!
OPEN/CLOSE
DISC CHANGE
.–/>+ dial
Removing discs
1Press !to turn on the player.
2Press OPEN/CLOSE.
3Press DISC CHANGE to turn the indicator on.
4Turn the .–/>+ dial until you find the disc you
want to remove, while checking the disc slot
number indicated on the front panel display or by
the slot.
5Press AEJECT on the player.
The loading guide rises so that you can remove the
disc easily.
6Remove the disc.
7Repeat Steps 4 to 6 to remove other discs.
8Close the front cover by pressing OPEN/CLOSE.
Loading guide
If you replace a disc in Step 6
The loading guide automatically goes down after few
seconds. If you want to place another disc in the same
slot, wait until the loading guide goes down before
inserting the disc.
Note
The loading guide automatically goes down when you make
another operation.
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Playing Discs
Depending on the DVD or VIDEO CD, some
operations may be different or restricted.
Refer to the instructions supplied with your disc.
1Turn on your TV.
Turn on the TV and select the video input so that you
can view the pictures from this player.
When using a receiver (amplifier)
Turn on the receiver (amplifier) and select the
appropriate position so that you can listen to the
sound from this player.
2Press !to place the player in standby mode.
The player enters standby mode and the power
indicator lights up in red.
3Press @/1on the remote to turn on the player.
The power indicator lights up in green.
4Press H.
The player starts playback. Adjust the volume on the
TV or the receiver (amplifier).
To change the disc
Press DISC CHANGE to turn the indicator on. Then turn
the .–/>+ dial until the desired disc number
appears on the front panel display.
Press the .–/>+ dial to start playback.
Playing Discs
Playing Discs
This chapter describes how to play a
DVD/CD/VIDEO CD.
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Additional operations
After following Step 4
xWhen playing a DVD
A DVD menu or title menu may appear on the TV
screen (see page 24).
xWhen playing a VIDEO CD
Depending on the VIDEO CD, a menu may appear on
the TV screen. You can play the disc interactively by
following the instructions on the menu. (PBC Playback,
see page 25.)
To turn on the player
Press !on the player. The player enters standby mode
and the power indicator lights up in red.
Then press @/1on the remote. The player turns on and
the power indicator lights up in green. In standby mode,
the player also turns on by pressing H.
To turn off the player
Press @/1on the remote. The player enters standby mode
and the power indicator lights up in red.
To disconnect the power of the player, press !on the
player.
Notes on playing DTS sound tracks on a CD
• Do not play DTS sound tracks without first connecting the
player to an audio component having a built-in DTS decoder.
The player outputs the DTS signal via the DIGITAL OUT
OPTICAL and COAXIAL connectors even if “DTS” in “AUDIO
SETUP” is set to “D-PCM” in the setup display, and may affect
your ears or cause your speakers to be damaged.
• Set the sound to “STEREO” when you play DTS sound tracks
on a CD. (See “Changing the Sound” on page 43.) If you set
the sound to “1/L” or “2/R,” no sound will come from the
DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL and COAXIALconnectors.
• If you play a CD with a DTS sound track, a loud noise may
come out from the AUDIO OUT connectors, affecting your ears
or causing the speakers to be damaged.
Notes
• If you leave the player or the remote in pause or stop mode for
15 minutes, the screen saver image appears automatically. It
will also appear if you play back a CD for more than 15
minutes. To make the screen saver image go away, press H.
(If you want to set the screen saver function to off, see page 67.)
• While playing a disc, do not turn off the player by pressing !.
Doing so may cancel the settings of the menu. When you turn
off the player, press xfirst to stop playback and then press @/1
on the remote. After the power indicator lights up in red and
the player enters standby mode, press !on the player.
DISC SKIP
Playing Discs
DIRECT SEARCH
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