Sony SLV-D983P GI User manual

SERVICE MANUAL
SLV-D973P E/D983P D/D983P GI
RMT-V503C
SPECIFICATIONS
AEP Model
SLV-D973P E/D983P D
UK Model
SLV-D983P GI
DX-13A MECHANISM
Refer to the SERVICE MANUAL of VHS MECHANI-
CAL ADJUSTMENT MANUAL VII for MECHANICAL
ADJUSTMENTS. (9-921-790-11)
DVD PLAYER/
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
PAL
System
Laser
Semiconductor laser
Signal format system
PAL/(NTSC)
Channel coverage
SLV-D973P E/D983P D:
PAL (B/G):
VHF E2 to E12
VHF Italian channel A to H
UHF E21 to E69
CATV S01 to S05, S1 to S20
HYPER S21 to S41
SLV-D983P GI:
PAL (I):
VHF IA to IJ, SA10 to SA13
UHF E21 to E69
CATV S01 to S05, S1 to S20
HYPER S21 to S41
Aerial out
75-ohm asymmetrical aerial socket
Tape speed
SP: PAL 23.39 mm/s
(recording/playback)
NTSC 33.35 mm/s
(playback only)
LP: PAL 11.70 mm/s
(recording/playback)
NTSC 16.67 mm/s
(playback only)
EP: NTSC 11.12 mm/s
(playback only)
Maximum recording/playback time
10 hrs. in LP mode (with E300 tape)
Rewind time
Approx. 2 min. 30 sec. (with E180 tape)
Inputs and outputs
LINE-1 (EURO AV)
21-pin
Video input: pin 20
Audio input: pins 2 and 6
Video output: pin 19
Audio output: pins 1 and 3
LINE-2 IN t/ oL/R
VIDEO IN, phono jack (1)
Input signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced,
sync negative
AUDIO IN, phono jacks (2)
Input level: 327 mVrms
Input impedance: more than 47 kilohms
LINE-3
21-pin
Video input: pin 20
Audio input: pins 2 and 6
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OUT
VIDEO OUT, phono jack (1)
Output signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbal-
anced, sync negative
AUDIO OUT, phono jacks (2)
Standard output: 327 mVrms
Load impedance: 47 kilohms
Output impedance: less than 10 kilohms
Additional AUDIO OUT, phono jacks (2)
Standard output: 327 mVrms
Load impedance: 47 kilohms
Output impedance: less than 10 kilohms
DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL)
Phono jack/0.5 Vp-p/75 ohms
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, CB, CR)
phono jack
Y: 1.0 Vp-p/CB, CR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
S-VIDEO OUT
4-pin mini DIN/Y: 1.0 Vp-p, C: 0.3 Vp-p
(PAL), 0.286 Vp-p (NTSC)/75 ohms
Timer section
Clock
Quartz locked
Timer indication
24-hour cycle
Timer setting
6 programs (max.)
General
Power requirements
220 −240 V AC, 50 Hz
Power consumption
20 W
Standby power consumption
2.6 W (Power Save On mode, minimum)
Operating temperature
5 °C to 40 °C
Storage temperature
–20 °C to 60 °C
Dimensions including projecting parts and
controls (w/h/d)
Approx. 430 ×85 ×287 mm
Mass
Approx. 3.9 kg
Supplied accessories
Remote commander (1)
R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
Aerial cable (1)
Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.

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SAFETY CHECK-OUT
1. Check the area of your repair for unsoldered or poorly-sol-
dered connections. Check the entire board surface for solder
splashes and bridges.
2. Check the interboard wiring to ensure that no wires are
“pinched” or contact high-wattage resistors.
3. Look for unauthorized replacement parts, particularly transis-
tors, that were installed during a previous repair. Point them
out to the customer and recommend their replacement.
After correcting the original service problem, perform the following
safety checks before releasing the set to the customer:
4. Look for parts which, though functioning, show obvious signs
of deterioration. Point them out to the customer and recom-
mend their replacement.
5. Check the B+ voltage to see it is at the values specified.
WARNING!!
WHEN SERVICING, DO NOT APPROACH THE LASER
EXIT WITH THE EYE TOO CLOSELY. IN CASE IT IS
NECESSARY TO CONFIRM LASER BEAM EMISSION,
BE SURE TO OBSERVE FROM A DISTANCE OF
MORE THAN 25 cm FROM THE SURFACE OF THE
OBJECTIVE LENS ON THE OPTICAL PICK-UP BLOCK. CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures
other than those specified herein may result in hazardous ra-
diation exposure.
SAFETY-RELATED COMPONENT WARNING!!
COMPONENTS IDENTIFIED BY MARK 0OR DOTTED
LINE WITH MARK 0ON THE SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS
AND IN THE PARTS LIST ARE CRITICAL TO SAFE
OPERATION. REPLACE THESE COMPONENTS WITH
SONY PARTS WHOSE PART NUMBERS APPEAR AS
SHOWN IN THIS MANUAL OR IN SUPPLEMENTS PUB-
LISHED BY SONY.
CAUTION:
The use of optical instrument with this product will increase eye
hazard.
Unleaded solder
Boards requiring use of unleaded solder are printed with the lead-
free mark (LF) indicating the solder contains no lead.
(Caution: Some printed circuit boards may not come printed with
the lead free mark due to their particular size.)
: LEAD FREE MARK
Unleaded solder has the following characteristics.
•Unleaded solder melts at a temperature about 40°C higher than
ordinary solder.
Ordinary soldering irons can be used but the iron tip has to be
applied to the solder joint for a slightly longer time.
Soldering irons using a temperature regulator should be set to
about 350°C.
Caution: The printed pattern (copper foil) may peel away if the
heated tip is applied for too long, so be careful!
•Strong viscosity
Unleaded solder is more viscous (sticky, less prone to flow) than
ordinary solder so use caution not to let solder bridges occur
such as on IC pins, etc.
•Usable with ordinary solder
It is best to use only unleaded solder but unleaded solder may
also be added to ordinary solder.
This appliance is classified as
a CLASS 1 LASER product.
The CLASS 1 LASER
PRODUCT MARKING is
located on the rear exterior.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Precautions
1Safety Precautions............................................................... 5
2Servicing Precautions ........................................................ 7
3ESD Precautions ................................................................. 8
4Handling the Optical Pick-up ............................................. 9
5Pick-up Disassembly and Reassembly ............................ 10
1. General
Getting Started ................................................................ 1-1
Advanced Hookups ......................................................... 1-6
Basic Operations ............................................................. 1-7
DVD Settings andAdjustments .................................... 1-13
DVD Additional Operations ......................................... 1-16
VCR Additional Operations.......................................... 1-22
Additional Information ................................................. 1-25
2. Disassembly and Reassembly
2-1 Cabinet and PCB ............................................................. 2-1
2-1-1 Cabinet Top Removal...................................................... 2-1
2-1-2 Bottom Cover Removal................................................... 2-1
2-1-3 Ass’y Front Panel Removal ............................................ 2-1
2-1-4 Function Timer PCB Removal ........................................ 2-1
2-1-5 Chassis Removal ............................................................. 2-2
2-1-6 VCR Main PCB Removal ............................................... 2-2
2-2 Circuit Board Locations.................................................. 2-3
2-3 VCR Deck Parts Locations ............................................. 2-4
2-3-1 Top View .......................................................................... 2-4
2-3-2 Bottom View .................................................................... 2-6
2-4 VCR DECK ..................................................................... 2-7
2-4-1 Ass’y Holder Cassette Removal ..................................... 2-7
2-4-2 Ass’y Lever Arm Removal ............................................. 2-7
2-4-3 Lever Door Removal ....................................................... 2-8
2-4-4 Slider FL Drive, Gear FL Cam Removal ....................... 2-8
2-4-5 Gear Worm Wheel Removal ........................................... 2-9
2-4-6 Cable Flat Removal......................................................... 2-9
2-4-7 Ass’y Motor Loading Removal .................................... 2-10
2-4-8 Bracket Gear, Gear Joint 2, 1 Removal ........................ 2-10
2-4-9 Gear Loading Drive, Slider Cam,
Ass’y Lever Load S, T Removal................................... 2-11
2-4-10 Gear Loading Drive, Slider Cam,
Ass’y Lever Load S, T Assembly ................................. 2-11
2-4-11 Lever Pinch Drive, Lever Tension Drive Removal ...... 2-12
2-4-12 Ass’y Lever Tension, Ass’y Band Brake Removal ...... 2-12
2-4-13 Ass’y Lever Brake S, T Removal ................................. 2-13
2-4-14 Ass’y Gear Idle Removal .............................................. 2-13
2-4-15 Disk S, T Reel Removal................................................ 2-14
2-4-16 Ass’y Holder Clutch Removal ...................................... 2-14
2-4-17 Ass’y Lever Up Down, Ass’y Gear Center Removal... 2-15
2-4-18 Guide Cassette Door Removal...................................... 2-15
2-4-19 Ass’y Lever Unit Pinch, Plate Joint,
Spring Pinch Drive Removal ........................................ 2-16
2-4-20 Ass’y Lever #9 Guide Removal.................................... 2-16
2-4-21 FE Head Removal ......................................................... 2-17
2-4-22 Ass’y ACE Head Removal ............................................ 2-17
2-4-23 Ass’y Slider S, T Removal............................................ 2-18
2-4-24 Plate Ground Deck, Ass’y Cylinder Removal.............. 2-18
2-4-25 Hook Capstan, Belt Pulley Removal ............................ 2-19
2-4-26 Ass’y Motor Capstan Removal..................................... 2-19
2-4-27 Ass’y Post #8 Guide Removal ...................................... 2-20
2-4-28 Ass’y Level Head Cleaner Removal............................. 2-20
2-4-29 How to Eject the Cassette Tape .................................... 2-20
2-5 The Table of Cleaning, Lubrication and
Replacement Time About Principal Parts .................... 2-21
2-6 DVD Deck
2-6-1 Holder Chuck Removal................................................. 2-22
2-6-2 Tray Disc Removal........................................................ 2-23
2-6-3 Ass’y P/U Deck Removal ............................................. 2-24
2-6-4 Ass’y Housing Removal ............................................... 2-25
2-6-5 Ass’y Bracket Deck Removal....................................... 2-26
3. Block Diagram .......................................................3-1
4. PCB Diagrams
4-1 VCR Main ....................................................................... 4-3
4-2 DVD Main ....................................................................... 4-7
4-3 Function Timer .............................................................. 4-11
5. Schematic Diagrams
5-1 S.M.P.S. ........................................................................... 5-3
5-2 Power Drive ..................................................................... 5-5
5-3 VPS/PDC ......................................................................... 5-7
5-4 A2/NICAM...................................................................... 5-9
5-5 A/V ................................................................................ 5-11
5-6 Hi-Fi .............................................................................. 5-13
5-7 I/O .................................................................................. 5-15
5-8 TM ................................................................................. 5-17
5-9 Syscon ........................................................................... 5-19
5-10 Function/Timer.............................................................. 5-21
5-11 DVD Decoder Servo ..................................................... 5-23
5-12 DVD A/V ....................................................................... 5-25
5-13 Function Timer .............................................................. 5-27
6. Alignment and Adjustments
6-1 VCR Adjustment ............................................................. 6-1
6-1-1 Reference......................................................................... 6-1
6-1-2 Head Switching Point Adjustment ................................. 6-3
6-1-3 NVRAM Option Setting ................................................. 6-3
6-2 VCR Mechanical Adjustment ......................................... 6-5
6-2-1 Tape Transport System and Adjustment Locations........ 6-5
6-2-2 Tape Transport System Adjustment ................................ 6-6
6-2-3 Reel Torque ................................................................... 6-11
7. Troubleshooting .....................................................7-1
8. Repair Parts List
8-1 Exploded Views............................................................... 8-2
8-1-1 Cabinet Assembly ........................................................... 8-2
8-1-2 VCR Mechanical Parts (Top Side) ................................. 8-3
8-1-3 VCR Mechanical Parts (Bottom Side) ........................... 8-4
8-1-4 DVD Mechanical Parts ................................................... 8-5
8-2 Electrical Parts List ......................................................... 8-6

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PRECAUTIONS
1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1) Before returning an instrument to the customer, always make a
safety check of the entire instrument, including, but not limited
to, the following items:
(1) Be sure that no built-in protective devices are defective or have
been defeated during servicing.
(1)Protective shields are provided to protect both the technician
and the customer. Correctly replace all missing protective
shields, including any removed for servicing convenience.
(2)When reinstalling the chassis and/or other assembly in the
cabinet, be sure to put back in place all protective devices,
including, but not limited to, nonmetallic control knobs,
insulating fish papers, adjustment and compartment covers/
shields,andisolationresistor/capacitor networks. Do not operate
this instrument or permit it to be operated without all protective
devices correctly installed and functioning.
(2) Be sure that there are no cabinet openings through which adults
or children might be able to insert their fingers and contact a
hazardous voltage. Such openings include, but are not limited
to, excessively wide cabinet ventilation slots, and an improperly
fitted and/or incorrectly secured cabinet back cover.
(3) Leakage Current Hot Check-With the instrument completely
reassembled, plug the AC line cord directly into a 120V AC
outlet. (Do not use an isolation transformer during this test.)
Use a leakage current tester or a metering system that complies
with American National Standards institute (ANSI) C101.1
Leakage Current forAppliances and Underwriters Laboratories
(UL) 1270 (40.7). With the instrument’s AC switch first in the
ONposition and then in the OFF position, measure from a known
earth ground (metal water pipe, conduit, etc.) to all exposed
metal parts of the instrument (antennas, handle brackets, metal
cabinets, screwheads, metallic overlays, control shafts, etc.),
especially any exposed metal parts that offer an electrical return
path to the chassis.
Any current measured must not exceed 0.5mA. Reverse the
instrument power cord plug in the outlet and repeat the test. See
Fig. 1.
Anymeasurements not within the limits specifiedherein indicate
apotentialshockhazard that must be eliminated before returning
the instrument to the customer.
(4) Insulation Resistance Test Cold Check-(1) Unplug the power
supply cord and connect a jumper wire between the two prongs
of the plug. (2) Turn on the power switch of the instrument. (3)
Measurethe resistance with an ohmmeter between thejumpered
AC plugandallexposedmetallic cabinet parts on the instrument,
such as screwheads, antenna, control shafts, handle brackets,
etc. When an exposed metallic part has a return path to the
chassis,thereading should be between 1 and 5.2 megohm.When
there is no return path to the chassis, the reading must be infinite.
If the reading is not within the limits specified, there is the
possibilityofa shock hazard, and the instrument must be repared
and rechecked before it is returned to the customer. See Fig. 2.
DEVICE
UNDER
TEST
(READING SHOULD
NOT BE ABOVE
0.5mA)
LEAKAGE
CURRENT
TESTER
EARTH
GROUND
TEST ALL
EXPOSED METER
SURFACES
ALSO TEST WITH
PLUG REVERSED
(USING AC ADAPTER
PLUG AS REQUIRED)
2-WIRE CORD
Fig. 1 AC Leakage Test
Fig. 2 Insulation Resistance Test
2) Read and comply with all caution and safety related notes on or
inside the cabinet, or on the chassis.
3) DesignAlterationWarning-Do not alter or addto the mechanical
or electrical design of this instrument. Design alterations and
additions, including but not limited to, circuit modifications and
the addition of items such as auxiliary audio output connections,
mightalterthesafetycharacteristics of this instrument and create
a hazard to the user. Any design alterations or additions will
make you, the servicer, responsible for personal injury or
property damage resulting therefrom.
4) Observe original lead dress. Take extra care to assure correct
lead dress in the following areas:
(1) near sharp edges, (2) near thermally hot parts (be sure that
leads and components do not touch thermally hot parts), (3) the
AC supply, (4) high voltage, and (5) antenna wiring. Always
inspect in all areas for pinched, out-of-place, or frayed wiring,
Do not change spacing between a component and the printed-
circuit board. Check the AC power cord for damage.
5) Components,parts, and/or wiring that appear to haveoverheated
or that are otherwise damaged should be replaced with
components, parts and/ or wiring that meet original
specifications.
Additionally, determine the cause of overheating and/or damage
and, if necessary, take corrective action to remove any potential
safety hazard.
Antenna
Terminal
Exposed
Metal Part
ohm ohmmeter

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6) Product Safety Notice-Some electrical and mechanical parts
have special safety-related characteristics which are often not
evident from visual inspection, nor can the protection they give
necessarilybe obtained by replacing them with components rated
for higher voltage, wattage, etc. Parts that have special safety
characteristics are identified by shading, an ( ) or a ( ) on
schematics and parts lists. Use of a substitute replacement that
does not have the same safety characteristics as the
recommended replacement part might create shock, fire and/or
other hazards. Product safety is under review continuously and
new instructions are issued whenever appropriate.

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2 SERVICING PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION: Before servicing units covered by this service manual
and its supplements, read and follow the Safety Precautions section
of this manual.
Note: If unforseen circumstances create conflict between the
following servicing precautions and any of the safety precautions,
always follow the safety precautions. Remember: Safety First.
2-1 General Servicing Precautions
(1) a. Always unplug the instrument’sAC power cord from the AC
power source before (1) re-moving or reinstalling any
component, circuit board, module or any other instrument
assembly, (2) disconnecting any instrument electrical plug or
other electrical connection, (3) connecting a test substitute in
parallel with an electrolytic capacitor in the instrument.
b. Do not defeat any plug/socket B+ voltage interlocks with
which instruments covered by this service manual might be
equipped.
c. Do not apply AC power to this instrument and/or any of its
electrical assemblies unless all solid-state device heat sinks
are correctly installed.
d. Always connect a test instrument’s ground lead to the
instrument chassis ground before connecting the test
instrument positive lead. Always remove the test instrument
ground lead last.
Note: Refer to the Safety Precautions section ground lead last.
(2) The service precautions are indicated or printed on the cabinet,
chassis or components. When servicing, follow the printed or
indicated service precautions and service materials.
(3)The components used in the unit have a specified flame
resistance and dielectric strength.
When replacing components, use components which have the
same ratings. Components identified by shading, by ( ) or by
() in the circuit diagram are important for safety or for the
characteristics of the unit. Always replace them with the exact
replacement components.
(4) An insulation tube or tape is sometimes used and some
components are raised above the printed wiring board for safety.
The internal wiring is sometimes clamped to prevent contact
with heating components. Install such elements as they were.
(5) After servicing, always check that the removed screws,
components, and wiring have been installed correctly and that
the portion around the serviced part has not been damaged and
so on. Further, check the insulation between the blades of the
attachment plug and accessible conductive parts.
2-2 Insulation Checking Procedure
Disconnect the attachment plug from the AC outlet and turn the
power ON. Connect the insulation resistance meter (500V) to the
blades of the attachment plug. The insulation resistance between
each blade of the attachment plug and accessible conductive parts
(see note) should be more than 1 Megohm.
Note: Accessible conductive parts include metal panels, input
terminals, earphone jacks, etc.

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3 ESD PRECAUSIONS
Electrostatically Sensitive Devices (ESD)
Some semiconductor (solid state) devices can be damaged easily
by static electricity.
Such components commonly are called Electrostatically Sensitive
Devices (ESD). Examples of typical ESD devices are integrated
circuits and some field-effect transistors and semiconductor chip
components.The followingtechniques should be used to help reduce
the incidence of component damage caused by static electricity.
(1) Immediately before handling any semiconductor component or
semiconductor-equipped assembly, drain off any electrostatic
charge on your body by touching a known earth ground.
Alternatively, obtain and wear a commercially available
discharging wrist strap device, which should be removed for
potential shock reasons prior to applying power to the unit under
test.
(2) After removing an electrical assembly equipped with ESD
devices, place the assembly on a conductive surface such as
aluminum foil, to prevent electrostatic charge buildup or
exposure of the assembly.
(3) Use only a grounded-tip soldering iron to solder or unsolder
ESD devices.
(4) Use only an anti-static solder removal devices. Some solder
removal devices not classified as “anti-static” can generate
electrical charges sufficient to damage ESD devices.
(5) Do not use freon-propelled chemicals. These can generate
electrical charges sufficient to damage ESD devices.
(6) Do not remove a replacement ESD device from its protective
package until immediately before your are ready to install it.
(Most replacement ESD devices are packaged with leads
electrically shorted together by conductive foam, aluminum foil
or comparable conductive materials).
(7) Immediately before removing the protective materials from the
leadsof a replacement ESD device,touch theprotectivematerial
to the chassis or circuit assembly into which the device will be
installed.
CAUTION: Be sure no power is applied to the chassis or circuit,
and observe all other safety precautions.
(8) Minimize bodily motions when handling unpackaged
replacement ESD devices. (Otherwise harmless motion such as
the brushing together of your clothes fabric or the lifting of
your foot from a carpeted floor can generate static electricity
sufficient to damage an ESD device).

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4 HANDLING THE OPTICAL PICK-UP
The laser diode in the optical pick up may suffer electrostatic
breakdown because of potential static electricity from clothing and
your body.
The following method is recommended.
(1) Place a conductive sheet on the work bench (The black sheet
used for wrapping repair parts.)
(2) Place the set on the conductive sheet so that the chassis is
grounded to the sheet.
(3) Place your hands on the conductive sheet (This gives them the
same ground as the sheet.)
(4) Remove the optical pick up block
(5) Perform work on top of the conductive sheet. Be careful not to
let your clothes or any other static sources to touch the unit.
◆Be sure to put on a wrist strap grounded to the sheet.
◆Be sure to lay a conductive sheet made of copper etc. Which is
grounded to the table.
Fig.3
(6) Short the short terminal on the PCB, which is inside the Pick-
UpASS’Y, before replacing the Pick-Up. (The short terminal is
shorted when the Pick-Up Ass’y is being lifted or moved.)
(7) After replacing the Pick-up, open the short terminal on the PCB.
THE UNIT
WRIST-STRAP
FOR GROUNDING
1M
1M CONDUCTIVE SHEET

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5 PICK-UP DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY
5-1 Disassembly
1) Remove the power cord.
2) Disassemble the Deck-Assy.
3) Make solder land 2 points short on Pick-up.
(See Fig. 4)
4) Disassembly the Pick-up.
5-2 Assembly
1) Replace the Pick-up.
2) Remove the soldering 2 points on Pick-up.
3) Reassemble the Deck-Assy.
Note: If the assembly and disassembly are not done in correct sequence, the Pick-up may be damaged.
PICK-UP ASS'Y
SOLDER LAND 2 POINTS SHORT
Fig. 4

1-1
1. GENERAL This section is extracted from instruction manual.(2-671-548-11)
6About this manual
About this manual
•Thismanual mainly explains operations
using the remote, but the same operations can
also be performed using the buttons 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.
•Themeaning of the icons used in this manual
is described below:
*MP3(MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format
defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio data.
This player can play the
following discs
“DVD+RW,” “DVD-RW,” “DVD+R,”
“DVD+R DL,” “DVD-R,” “DVD VIDEO,” and
“CD” logos are trademarks.
The player can play CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs
recorded in the following formats:
–music CD format
–video CD format
–MP3audio tracks and JPEG image files of
format conforming to ISO 9660* Level 1/
Level 2, or its extended format, Joliet
–KODAK Picture CD format
*Alogical format of files and folders on CD-ROMs,
defined by ISO (International Organization for
Standardization).
The player can play DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/
DVD+Rs/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs recorded in the
following formats:
–MP3audio tracks and JPEG image files of
format conforming to UDF (Universal Disk
Format).
–8cm
DVD+RW, DVD-RW, and DVD-R
recorded with a DVD Video camera.
Icon Meaning
Functions available for DVD
VIDEOs and DVD-RWs/DVD-
Rs in video mode or
DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs
Functions available for DVD-
RWs/DVD-Rs in VR (Video
Recording) mode
Functions available for VIDEO
CDs, Super VCDs or CD-Rs/
CD-RWs in video CD format or
Super VCD format
Functions available for music
CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music
CD format
Functions available for DATA
CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-
RWs containing MP3
* audio
tracks or JPEG files)
Functions available for DATA
DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/
DVD+Rs/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs
containing MP3
* audio tracks or
JPEG files)
Functions available for VHS
VIDEOs
Format of discs
Note about CDs/DVDs
DVD VIDEO
DVD-RW/-R
DVD+RW/+R
VIDEO CD/
Music CD
CD-RW/-R
7
This player can play the following discs
Your player has a region code printed on the
backof the unit and only will play DVD VIDEO
discs (playback only) labelled with identical
region codes. This system is used to protect
copyrights.
DVDs labelled will also play on this
player.
If you try to play any other DVD VIDEO, a
message will appear on the TV screen to indicate
that the disc is not playable. Depending on the
DVD VIDEO, no region code indication may be
labelled even though playing the DVD VIDEO
is prohibited by area restrictions.
The player cannot play the following discs:
•CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those
recorded in the formats listed on the previous
page.
•CD-ROMs recorded in PHOTO CD format.
•Data part of CD-Extras
•DVD Audios
•HDlayer on Super Audio CDs
•DVD-RAMs
Also, the player cannot play the following discs:
•ADVD VIDEO with a different region code.
•Adisc that has a non-standard shape (e.g.,
card, heart).
•Adiscwith paper or stickers on it.
•Adiscthathas the adhesive of cellophane tape
or a sticker still left on it.
Some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/DVD-
Rs,or CD-Rs/CD-RWs cannot be played on this
player due to the recording quality or physical
condition of the disc, or the characteristics of the
recording device and authoring software.
The disc will not play if it has not been correctly
finalized. For more information, refer to the
operating instructions for the recording device.
Note that some playback functions may not
work with some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, even if
they have been correctly finalized. In this case,
view the disc by normal playback. Also some
DATA CDs/DATA DVDs created in Packet
Write format cannot be played.
SomeplaybackoperationsofDVDs andVIDEO
CDs may be intentionally set 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.
This product is designed to playback discs that
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
Recently, various music discs encoded with
copyright protection technologies are marketed
bysomerecord companies. Please be aware that
among those discs, there are some that do not
conform to the CD standard and may not be
playable by this product.
Region code
Example of discs that the
player cannot play
ALL
NO.
X
DVD PLAYER/
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
MODEL NO.
SLV-DXXXX
~AC 220–240V 50Hz 20W
Region code
Notes about DVD+RWs/
DVD+Rs,DVD-RWs/DVD-Rsor
CD-Rs/CD-RWs
Note on playback operations
of DVDs and VIDEO CDs
Music discs encoded with
copyright protection
technologies
continued
8
Notes about discs
A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which
mates DVD recorded material on one side with
digital audio material on the other side.
However, since the audio material side does not
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard,
playback on this product is not guaranteed.
Notes about discs
•Tokeep the disc clean, handle the disc by its
edge. Do not touch the surface.
•Donot 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.
•Cleanthedisc with a cleaning cloth.
Wipe the disc from the centre out.
•Donot use solvents such as benzine, thinner,
commercially available cleaners, or anti-static
spray intended for vinyl LPs.
•If you have printed the disc’s label, dry the
label before playing.
Note on DualDiscs
Getting Started
9
Unpacking
Getting Started
Step 1 : Unpacking
Check that you have received the following items with the DVD-VCR:
Note
•Thesupplied remote commander is for the exclusive use of this DVD-VCR.
•Remote commander • Aerial cable
•R6 (size AA) batteries
SLV-D973P E/D983P D/D983P GI

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10 Setting up the remote commander
Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander
Inserting the batteries
Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by
matching the + and – on the batteries to the
diagram inside the battery compartment.
Insert the negative (–) end first, then push in
and down until the positive (+) end clicks
into position.
Reattach the cover after inserting the battery.
Using the remote commander
You can use this remote commander to
operate this DVD-VCR and a Sony TV.
Buttons on the remote commander marked
with a dot (•) can be used to operate your
Sony TV.
If the TV does not have the symbol near
the remote sensor, this remote commander
will not operate the TV.
To operateSetTV/ DVD·VIDEO switch to
the DVD player DVD·VIDEO, then press SELECT DVD and point at the remote sensor at the
DVD-VCR
the VCR DVD·VIDEO, then press SELECT VIDEO and point at the remote sensor at the
DVD-VCR
your TV TV and point at the remote sensor at your TV
Remote sensor
TV / DVD·VIDEO
switch
SELECT VIDEO
SELECT DVD
Getting Started
11
Setting up the remote commander
Notes
•Withnormal use, the batteries should last about three to six months.
•Ifyou do not use the remote commander for an extended period of time, remove the batteries
to avoid possible damage from battery leakage.
•Donot use a new battery with an old one.
•Donot use different types of batteries.
•Donot leave the remote commander 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 light from the sun or lighting apparatus. Doing so
may cause a malfunction.
The remote commander is preprogrammed to control non-Sony TVs. If your TV is listed in the
following table, set the appropriate manufacturer’s code number.
Now you can use the buttons with an orange dot (•) to control your TV.
When the TV / DVD·VIDEO switch is set to TV, the remote performs the following:
*forSonyTV only
Controlling TVs with the remote commander
1
Set TV / DVD·VIDEO switch at the top of the remote commander to TV.
2
Hold down ?/1, and enter your TV’s code number using the number buttons. Then release
?/1.
Buttons Operations
?/1Turns your TV on or off
VOL +/– Adjusts the volume of your TV
PROG +/– Selects the channel on your TV
Number buttons and
-/-- *Selects the channel on a Sony TV
MUTING* Mutes a Sony TV equipped with the muting function
TV/VIDEO Switches your TV’s input source
continued
12
Setting up the remote commander
Code numbers of controllable TVs
If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find
the one that works with your TV.
Notes
•If you enter a new code number, the code number previously entered will be erased.
•If the TV uses a different remote control system from the one programmed to work with the
DVD-VCR, you cannot control your TV with the remote commander.
•When you replace the batteries of the remote commander, the code number may change. Set
the appropriate code number every time you replace the batteries.
Manufacturer Code number
Sony 01 (default), 02
Akai 68
Ferguson 52
Grundig 10, 11
Hitachi 24
JVC 33
Loewe 45
Mivar 09, 70
NEC 66
Nokia 15, 16, 69
Panasonic17, 49
Philips 06, 07, 08
Saba 12, 13
Samsung22, 23
Sanyo 25
Sharp 29
Telefunken 36
Thomson 43
Toshiba 38
Manufacturer Code number
Getting Started
13
Connecting the DVD-VCR
Step 3 : Connecting the DVD-VCR
For connecting the DVD-VCR, antenna and your TV, select one of the following patterns
Aor B, according to the input jack on your TV.
Tip
•“Advanced Hookups” (page 27) explains additional hookup methods that will optimize the
picture and sound for a true “hometheatre” experience.
Note
•Youcannot connect the DVD-VCR to a TV that does not have a SCART or video input jack.
AUse this hookup if your TV has an audio/video connector
1
Disconnect the aerial cable from your TV and
connect it to on the rear panel of the DVD-
VCR.
2
Connect of the DVD-VCR and the aerial
input of your TV using the supplied aerial
cable.
3
Connect OUT AUDIO L/R VIDEO jacks of
the DVD-VCR and audio/video connector of
your TV using an audio/video cord.
4
Connect the mains lead to the mains.
If you connect additional equipments to the DVD-VCR (page 15, 27, 29), be
sure to connect the mains lead after all connections are completed.
Mains lead
AERIAL IN
to mains
Aerial cable (supplied)
: Signal flow
Audio/video cord
(not supplied)
Audio/video
inputs
continued

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14 Connecting the DVD-VCR
BUse this hookup if your TV has a Scart (EURO-AV) connector
1
Disconnect the aerial cable from your TV
and connect it to on the rear panel of
the DVD-VCR.
2
Connect of the DVD-VCR and the
aerial input of your TV using the supplied
aerial cable.
3
Connect LINE-1 (EURO AV) on the
DVD-VCR and the Scart (EURO-AV)
connector on the TV with the Scart cable.
4
Connect the mains lead to the mains.
If you connect additional equipments to the DVD-VCR (page 15, 27, 29), be
sure to connect the mains lead after all comections are completed.
Mains lead LINE-1
(EURO AV)
AERIAL IN
Scart
(EURO-AV)
to mains
Aerial cable (supplied)
: Signal flow Scart cable (not supplied)
Getting Started
15
Connecting the DVD-VCR
Connect a satellite or digital tuner to this DVD-VCR using the LINE-3 jack.
To a satellite or digital tuner with Line Through
When you connect the DVD-VCR to your TV via the SCART jacks, you can watch
programmes from a satellite or digital tuner connected to this DVD-VCR on the TV
even when the DVD-VCR is turned off. When you turn on the satellite or digital
tuner, this DVD-VCR automatically sends the signal from the satellite or digital tuner
to the TV without turning itself on.
Notes
•This function may not work with some types of satellite or digital tuners.
•When the DVD-VCR is turned off, set the TV to the video channel.
•The Line Through function will not operate properly if “Power Save” in “OPTION” menu is
set to “On.” Set “Power Save” to “Off” to ensure proper operation.
•TheLine Through function will not operate when you make the connection using an audio/
video cord.
Connecting to a satellite or digital tuner
LINE-3
AERIAL IN LINE-1 (EURO AV)
Aerial cable (supplied)
Scart cable
(not supplied)
Scart
(EURO-AV)
Scart cable (not supplied)
: Signal flow
Scart
(EURO-AV)
16
Setting up the DVD-VCR with the Auto Set Up function
Step 4 : Setting up the DVD-VCR with the
Auto Set Up function
Before using the DVD-VCR for the first
time, set up the DVD-VCR using the Auto
Set Up function. With this function, you can
set TV channels, guide channels for the
VIDEO Plus+ system, and DVD-VCR clock
automatically.
Before you start…
•SetTV
/ DVD·VIDEO switch to
DVD·VIDEO on the remote (page 10).
1
Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel.
2
Connect the mains lead to the mains.
The DVD-VCR automatically turns on and the
DVD-VCR starts searching for all of the
receivable channels and presets them (in the
appropriate order for your local area).
If you want to change the order of the channels
or disable unwanted programme positions, see
“Changing programme positions” on page 23 or
see “Disabling unwanted programme positions” on page 24.
After the search is complete, the current time appears for any stations that
transmit a time signal. If the time does not appear, set the clock manually.
See “Setting the clock” on page 19.
V/v/B/b
ENTER
SET UP
Please wait
RETURN
AUTO SETUP
SET UP
10%
Getting Started
17
Setting up the DVD-VCR with the Auto Set Up function
To cancel the Auto Set Up function
Press SET UP.
Tip
•If you want to change the language for the on-screen display from the one preset in the Auto
Set Up function, see page 18.
Notes
•Whenever you operate the Auto Set Up function, some of the settings (VIDEO Plus+, timer,
etc.) will be reset. If this happens, you have to set them again.
•Autopreset starts automatically only when you plug in the mains lead for the first time after
you purchase the DVD-VCR.
•Ifyou want to use the Auto Set Up function again, select “Install” in the “OPTION” menu,
then press V/v to select “Auto Setup.”
•Auto preset can be performed by pressing xon the unit continuously for 5 seconds or more
during power off with no tape inserted.

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18 Selecting a language
Step 5 : Selecting a language
You can change the on-screen display
language.
Before you start…
•Turnon the DVD-VCR and your TV.
•Set the TV to video input so that the signal
from the player appears on the TV screen.
•SetTV
/ DVD·VIDEO switch to
DVD·VIDEO on the remote (page 10).
•If the DVD player is in play mode, you
cannot display the setup menu. Stop the
DVD playback.
1
Press SET UP, then press V/v to select
(OPTION) and press ENTER.
2
Press V/v to select “Language,” then press
ENTER.
The “LANGUAGE SET” menu appears.
3
Press V/v to select the desired language, then press ENTER.
4
Press SET UP to exit the menu.
V/v
ENTER
SET UP
SET UP
ENTER
Language
Install
Auto Power Off
Screen Messages
Power Save
User Set
Clock :English
[ Off ]
[ Off ]
[ On ]
RETURN
OPTION
SET UP
ENTER
v
V
ENTER
RETURN
LANGUAGE SET
SET UP
ENTER
v
V
English
Français
Deutsch
B
Español
Italiano
Nederlands
ENTER
SET UP
Getting Started
19
Setting the clock
Step 6 : Setting the clock
You must set the clock on the DVD-VCR to
use the timer features properly.
The Auto Clock Set function works only if a
station in your area is broadcasting a time
signal.
Before you start…
•Turnon the DVD-VCR and your TV.
•SettheTV to video input so that the signal
from the player appears on the TV screen.
•SetTV
/ DVD·VIDEO switch to
DVD·VIDEO on the remote (page 10).
•If the DVD player is in play mode, you
cannot display the setup menu. Stop the
DVD playback.
1
Press SET UP, then press V/v to select
(OPTION) and press ENTER.
2
Press V/v to select “Clock,” then press
ENTER.
The “CLOCK SET” menu appears.
3
Set the hour, minutes, day, month, and year in
sequence by pressing B/b to select the item to
be set, and press V/v to select the digits.
The day of the week is set automatically.
Press bto select “Auto Clock.”
V/v/B/b
ENTER
SET UP
SET UP
ENTER
Language
Install
Auto Power Off
Screen Messages
Power Save
User Set
Clock :English
[ Off ]
[ Off ]
[ On ]
RETURN
OPTION
SET UP
ENTER
v
V
ENTER
12:00 01/JAN /2006 SUN
Time Date
Auto Clock
RETURN
CLOCK SET
SET UP
ENTER
v
Vb B
Ye a r
[ On ]
ENTER
12:00 01/JAN /2006 SUN
Time Date
Auto Clock
RETURN
CLOCK SET
SET UP
ENTER
v
Vb B
Ye a r
[ On ]
continued
20
Setting the clock
Tip
•If you set “Auto Clock” to “On,” the Auto Clock Set function is activated whenever the DVD-
VCR is turned off. The time is adjusted automatically by making reference to the time signal
from the station.
Note
•Theclock display appears when VIDEO mode is selected with no tape inserted or when the
DVD-VCR is turned off.
4
Press V/v to select “ On ” for the setting of the
Auto Clock Set function.
The DVD-VCR automatically sets the clock
according to the time signal broadcast between
the channels PR 1 to PR 5.
If you do not need the Auto Clock Set function,
select “Off.”
5
Press ENTER to confirm the setting.
6
Press SET UP to exit the menu.
ENTER
Ye a r
[ On ]
18:30 28/SEP /2006 THU
RETURN
CLOCK SET
SET UP
ENTER
v
Vb B
Time Date
Auto Clock
ENTER
SET UP
Getting Started
21
Presetting channels
Step 7 : Presetting channels
If some channels could not be preset using
the Auto Set Up function, you can preset
them manually.
After setting channels, you can change the
programme settings manually.
–Changing programme positions (page 23)
–Disabling unwanted programme positions
(page 24)
–Changing the station names (page 25)
Before you start…
•Turnon the DVD-VCR and your TV.
•SettheTV to video input so that the signal
from the player appears on the TV screen.
•SetTV
/ DVD·VIDEO switch to
DVD·VIDEO on the remote (page 10).
•If the DVD player is in play mode, you
cannot display the setup menu. Stop the
DVD playback.
1
Press SET UP, then press V/v to select
(OPTION) and press ENTER.
2
Press V/v to select “Install,” then press
ENTER.
The “INSTALL” menu appears.
3
Press V/v to select “Manual Setup,” then press
ENTER.
V/v/B/b
ENTER
SET UP
ORETURN
CLEAR
SET UP
ENTER
Language
Install
Auto Power Off
Screen Messages
User Set
Clock :English
RETURN
OPTION
SET UP
ENTER
[ Off ]
[ On ]
Power Save [ Off ]
v
V
ENTER
Manual Setup
Auto Setup
RETURN
INSTALL
SET UP
ENTER
Vv
ENTER
PR
2
1
3
4
5
CH
29
27
30
32
NAME
LMN –
AAB –
CDE –
I J K –
RETURN
TV STATION TABLE
ENTER
CLEAR
SWAPPING :
DELETE :
V
vB
continued

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22 Presetting channels
4
Press V/v to select the row which you want to
preset, then press b.
To display other pages for programme
positions 6 to 80, press V/v repeatedly.
5
Press B/b repeatedly until the channel you
want is displayed.
6
Press V/v to select “NAME,” then press b.
7
Enter the station name.
1 Press V/v to select a character.
Each time you press V, the character
changes as shown below.
AtBt…tZt0t1t…t9
t
– ( space) t A
2 Press bto set the next character.
The next space flashes.
To correct a character, press B/b until the character you want to correct
flashes, then reset it.
You can set up to 4 characters for the station name.
8
Press ENTER to confirm the station name.
9
Press ORETURN, then press SET UP to exit the menu.
ENTER
PR
MFT
CH
NAME
: 5
: –
: – – –
: – – – –
RETURN
MANUAL TUNING
ENTERMEMORY :
V
vB b
ENTER
PR
MFT
CH
NAME
: 5
RETURN
MANUAL TUNING
ENTERMEMORY :
: –
: – – –
: – – – –
V
vB b
ENTER
PR
MFT
CH
NAME
: 5
: 33
RETURN
MANUAL TUNING
ENTERMEMORY :
: –
: – – – –
V
vB b
ENTER
PR
MFT
CH
NAME
: 5
: 33
RETURN
MANUAL TUNING
ENTERMEMORY :
: –
: O – – –
V
vB b
ENTER
SET UP
RETURN
Getting Started
23
Presetting channels
If the picture is not clear
If the picture is not clear, you may use the Manual Fine Tuning (MFT) function.
After step 5, press V/v to select “MFT.” Press B/b to get a clear picture. Then
press ENTER.
Tip
•The DVD-VCR must receive channel information for station names to appear automatically.
Note
•When adjusting MFT, the menu may become difficult to read due to interference from the
picture being received.
After setting the channels, you can change the programme positions as you like.
Changing programme positions
1
Press SET UP, then press V/v to select (OPTION) and
press ENTER.
2
Press V/v to select “Install,” then press ENTER.
The “INSTALL” menu appears.
3
Press V/v to select “Manual Setup,” then press ENTER.
4
Press V/v to select the row containing the programme position
you want to change.
To display other pages for programme positions 6 to 80, press
V/v repeatedly.
Language
Install
Auto Power Off
Screen Messages
Power Save
User Set
Clock :English
[ Off ]
[ Off ]
[ On ]
RETURN
OPTION
SET UP
ENTER
v
V
Manual Setup
Auto Setup
RETURN
INSTALL
SET UP
ENTER
Vv
PR
2
1
3
4
5
CH
29
27
30
32
NAME
LMN –
AAB –
CDE –
I J K –
RETURN
TV STATION TABLE
ENTER
CLEAR
SWAPPING :
DELETE :
V
vB
PR
2
1
3
4
5
CH
29
27
30
32
NAME
LMN –
AAB –
CDE –
I J K –
RETURN
TV STATION TABLE
ENTER
CLEAR
SWAPPING :
DELETE :
V
vB
continued
24
Presetting channels
After setting channels, you can disable unused programme positions. The disabled positions
will be skipped later when you press the PROG +/– buttons.
5
Press ENTER, then press V/v to move to the desired
programme position.
6
Press ENTER to confirm the setting.
To change the programme position of another station, repeat steps 4 through 6.
7
Press ORETURN, then press SET UP to exit the menu.
Disabling unwanted programme positions
1
Press SET UP, then press V/v to select (OPTION) and
press ENTER.
2
Press V/v to select “Install,” then press ENTER.
The “INSTALL” menu appears.
3
Press V/v to select “Manual Setup,” then press ENTER.
4
Press V/v to select the row which you want to disable.
To display other pages for programme positions 6 to 80, press
V/v repeatedly.
PR
2
1
3
4
5
CH
29
27
30
32
NAME
LMN –
AAB –
CDE –
I J K –
RETURN
TV STATION TABLE
V
vB
ENTER SWAPPING :
Language
Install
Auto Power Off
Screen Messages
Power Save
User Set
Clock :English
[ Off ]
[ Off ]
[ On ]
RETURN
OPTION
SET UP
ENTER
v
V
Manual Setup
Auto Setup
RETURN
INSTALL
SET UP
ENTER
Vv
PR
2
1
3
4
5
CH
29
27
30
32
NAME
LMN –
AAB –
CDE –
I J K –
RETURN
TV STATION TABLE
ENTER
CLEAR
SWAPPING :
DELETE :
V
vB
PR
2
1
3
4
5
CH
29
27
30
32
NAME
LMN –
AAB –
CDE –
I J K –
RETURN
TV STATION TABLE
ENTER
CLEAR
SWAPPING :
DELETE :
V
vB
Getting Started
25
Presetting channels
Note
•Be sure to select the programme position you want to disable correctly. If you disable a
programme position by mistake, you need to reset that channel manually.
You can change or enter the station names (up to 4 characters). If the station names are not
displayed, you can enter them manually. The DVD-VCR must receive channel information for
station names to appear automatically.
5
Press CLEAR.
The selected row will be cleared as shown on the right.
6
Repeat steps 4 and 5 for any other programme positions you want to disable.
7
Press ORETURN, then press SET UP to exit the menu.
Changing the station names
1
Press SET UP, then press V/v to select (OPTION) and
press ENTER.
2
Press V/v to select “Install,” then press ENTER.
The “INSTALL” menu appears.
3
Press V/v to select “Manual Setup,” then press ENTER.
PR
2
1
3
4
5
CH
27
30
32
NAME
AAB –
CDE –
I J K –
RETURN
TV STATION TABLE
ENTER
CLEAR
SWAPPING :
DELETE :
V
vB
Language
Install
Auto Power Off
Screen Messages
Power Save
User Set
Clock :English
[ Off ]
[ Off ]
[ On ]
RETURN
OPTION
SET UP
ENTER
v
V
Manual Setup
Auto Setup
RETURN
INSTALL
SET UP
ENTER
Vv
PR
2
1
3
4
5
CH
29
27
30
32
NAME
LMN –
AAB –
CDE –
I J K –
RETURN
TV STATION TABLE
ENTER
CLEAR
SWAPPING :
DELETE :
V
vB
33
continued

1-6
26 Presetting channels
4
Press V/v to select the row which you want to change or enter
the station name, then press b.
To display other pages for programme positions 6 to 80, press
V/v repeatedly.
5
Press V/v to select “NAME,” then press b.
6
Enter the station name.
1 Press V/v to select a character.
Each time you press V, the character changes as shown
below.
AtBt…tZt0t1t…t9t– (space)
t A
2 Press bto set the next character.
The next space flashes.
To correct a character, press B/b until the character you want to correct flashes, then
reset it.
You can set up to 4 characters for the station name.
7
Press ENTER to confirm the new name.
8
Press ORETURN, then press SET UP to exit the menu.
PR
MFT
CH
NAME
: 5
: 33
RETURN
MANUAL TUNING
ENTERMEMORY :
vVB
b
: –
: – – – –
PR
MFT
CH
NAME
: 5
: 33
RETURN
MANUAL TUNING
ENTERMEMORY :
: –
: – – – –
vVB
b
PR
MFT
CH
NAME
: 5
: 33
RETURN
MANUAL TUNING
ENTERMEMORY :
: –
: O – – –
vVB
b
27
S-Video/Component Video hookup
Advanced Hookups
Advanced Hookups
S-Video/Component Video hookup
Select one of the following patterns Aor B, according to the input jack on your TV monitor,
projector, or AV amplifier (receiver). You can enjoy higher quality images when playing DVDs.
Make audio connections using the LINE OUT AUDIO L/R jacks or DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
(COAXIAL) jacks on the right side of the DVD-VCR when you use S-VIDEO/Component
Video hookup. See page 29 for audio connections.
If your TV accepts progressive (525p/625p) format signals, you must use the connection B.
COMPONENT VIDEO OUTLINE OUT
COAXIAL
AUDI O
R
L
C R
C B
Y
l: Signal flow
(DVD only)
TV
S-VIDEO cord
(not supplied)
TV
DVD-VCR
to S-VIDEO OUT
Component video
cord (not supplied)
(red) (green) (blue)
to COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
continued
28
S-Video/Component Video hookup
AUse this hookup if your TV has an S-VIDEO input jack
Connect an S-VIDEO cord (not supplied). You will enjoy high quality images.
BUse this hookup if your TV has component video input jacks
Connect a component video cord (not supplied) or three video cords (not supplied) of
the same kind and length. You will enjoy accurate color reproduction and high
quality images.
If your TV accepts progressive (525p/625p) format signals, you must use this
connection and then set “Progressive” to “On” in the “SCREEN SETUP” menu. For
details, see “To set the “Progressive” setting” (page 59).
Notes
•The connection using S-VIDEO OUT and COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks are only for
the DVD player. The signal from the VCR will not be output.
•Inthe connection using S-VIDEO OUT jack, if you set “Progressive” to “On” in the
“SCREEN SETUP” menu, S-Video playback may be distorted.
29
A/V Receiver hookup
Advanced Hookups
A/V Receiver hookup
Select one of the following patterns Aor B, accordiing to theinput jack on your AV amplifier
(receiver). This will enable you to listen to DVD audio tracks through your AV amplifier
(receiver).
For correct speaker location, see the operating instructions supplied with the connected
components.
COMPONENT VIDEO OUTLINE OUT
COAXIAL
AUDI O
R
L
C R
C B
Y
DVD-VCR
Front (R)
Front (L)
Subwoofer
l : Signal flow
Rear (L)
AV amplifier (receiver)
with a decoder
Center
Rear (R)
Stereo audio cord
(not supplied)
[Speakers]
(red)(white)
[Speakers]
to audio input
(red)
(white)
to LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO)
to coaxial digital input
Coaxial digital cord
(not supplied)
to DIGITAL AUDIO
OUT (COAXIAL)
or
continued

1-7
30 A/V Receiver hookup
AConnecting to audio L/R jacks
This connection uses a stereo amplifier’s (receiver’s) two front speakers for sound.
You can enjoy the surround function that creates virtual speakers from two stereo
speakers. Select from “Surround1”, “Surround2” or “Surround3” of the surround
effects (page 77).
BConnecting to a digital audio (COAXIAL) input jack
Use this connection if your AV amplifier (receiver) has a Dolby*1Digital or DTS*2
decoder and a digital input jack. You can enjoy the surround effect of Dolby Digital
(5.1ch) or DTS (5.1ch).
*
1
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
*
2
“DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
Note
•After you have completed the connection using DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL), be
sure to set “Dolby Digital” to “Dolby Digital” and “DTS” to “On” in “AUDIO SETUP”
menu (page 55). Otherwise, no sound or a loud noise will come from the speakers.
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Playing discs
Basic Operations
Basic Operations
Playing discs
Depending on the disc, some operations may
be different or restricted. Refer to the
operating instructions supplied with your
disc.
Before you start...
•Turnon the DVD-VCR and your TV.
•SettheTV to video input so that the signal
from the player appears on the TV screen.
•SetTV
/ DVD·VIDEO switch to
DVD·VIDEO on the remote (page 10).
1
Press SELECT DVD to control the DVD player.
2
Press Zto open the disc tray and
place a disc on the disc tray.
SELECT DVD
H
X
x
./>
/
m/M y
Z
with the playback side
facing down
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Playing discs
Tips
•To make a video timer reservation during DVD playback, we recommend performing the
operations under “Quick Timer Recording” (page 91).
•During DVD playback, DVD-VCR does not standby even if the VCR stops recording.
Notes
•You can change the screen type using the “SCREEN SETUP” menu (see “Screen Setup” on
page 57).
•Stop VIDEO playback while playing back a disc.
•If you play a DVD or VIDEO CD that has scratches, the player may stop playback at the
point of the scratch.
•Playback of play lists longer than 10 hours recorded in VR mode is not guaranteed.
3
Press H.
The disc tray closes and the DVD player starts playback.
The display window shows the
playback time.*
Depending on the disc, a menu
may appear on the TV screen.
For DVDs, see page 66. For
VIDEO CDs, see page 89.
*“–– – – –” appears when no disc
is loaded.
Additional operations
To Press
Stop play x
Pause play X
If you pause the DVD player for more than 5 minutes, the DVD
player will automatically stop.
Resume play after pause H
Go to the next frame in pause mode SKIP
Go to the previous frame in pause
mode
REPLAY
Go to the next chapter, track, or
scene in continuous play mode >NEXT on the remote or Mon the unit
Go back to the previous chapter,
track, or scene in continuous play
mode
.PREV on the remote or mon the unit
Hour Minute Second
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Playing discs
Basic Operations
*
1
Playback quickly or slowly with sound ( see “To playback quickly or slowly with sound (DVD only)” on
page 34).
*
2
For DVD VIDEOs and DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs or DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs only
Notes
•No sound is output except for:
–during normal play
–during playback quickly or slowly with sound
•You cannot perform playback quickly or slowly with sound when a virtual surround effect is
set.
•Thefast reverse operation may not be possible for CD, MP3 and VIDEO CD depending on
the recording method.
•Youmaynot be able to use the Instant Replay or Instant Advance function with some scenes.
•Switching between original (ORG) and play list (PL) within a disc recorded in VR mode is
possible only while the disc is stopped. Press TOP MENU to switch between ORG and PL.
Locate a point quickly mor Mon the remote (or hold down mor Mon the unit)
The playback speed changesas follows each time you press the
button on the remote (or depending on how long you press the
button on the unit):
•DVD
fast forward: PLAY t×1.4 ••N•*
1
t1Mt2Mt
3Mt4Mt5Mt6M
fast reverse: PLAY t1mt2mt3mt4mt
5mt6m
•CD,MP3 and VIDEO CD
fast forward: PLAY t1Mt2Mt3M
fast reverse: PLAY t1mt2mt3m
When you find the point you want, press H.
Watch slow motion in continuous
play mode
(DVD and VIDEO CD only)
Xduring playback, then press or y
The playback speed changes as follows each time you press or
y:
•DVD
forward slow motion: ×0.6 ••N•*
1
t2 yt3 y
reverse slow motion (except for DVD-RW in VR mode): 1
t2 t3
•VIDEOCD
forward slow motion only: 1 yt2 yt3 y
To resume normal playback, press H.
Replay the previous scene for
10 seconds in continuous play
mode*
2
(Instant Replay)
REPLAY
Briefly fast forward the current
scene for 30 seconds in continuous
play mode*
2
(Instant Advance)
SKIP
You can press SKIP up to 4 times. This allows you to fast
forward up to 2 minutes in total.
Stop play and remove the disc Z
To Press
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34 Playing discs
To playback quickly or slowly with sound (DVD only)
You can listen to dialog or sound while playing the current scene quickly or slowly.
To playback quickly, press M during playback.
To playback slowly, press X, then press
y during playback.
Press
Ht o return to normal playback.
Notes
•You cannot set virtual surround effects while performing playback quickly or slowly with
sound. In addition, you cannot perform playback quickly or slowly with sound when a
virtual surround effect is set.
•You cannot perform DTS audio output during playback quickly or slowly with sound.
In addition, you cannot perform playback quickly or slowly with sound when DTS audio
output is set.
To Resume playback for the current disc (Resume Play)
The DVD player remembers the point where you stopped the disc even if the DVD
player enters standby mode by pressing ?/1.
Tip
•Tobegin playback from the top of the disc, press xtwice then press H.
Notes on playing DTS*sound tracks on a CD
•When playing DTS-encoded CDs, no audio out will be output from the analogue stereo jacks.
To avoid possible damage to the audio system, the consumer should take proper precautions
when the analogue stereo jacks of the DVD player are connected to an amplification system.
•Donot play DTS sound tracks without first connecting the DVD player to an audio
component having a built-in DTS decoder. The DVD player outputs the DTS signal via the
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) jack evenif “DTS” is set to “Off” in “AUDIO SETUP”
menu (page 54), and may affect your ears or cause your speakers to be damaged.
Notes on playing DVDs with a DTS sound track
•DTS audio signals are output only through the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) jack.
•When you play a DVD with DTS sound tracks, set “DTS” to “On” in “AUDIO SETUP”
menu (page 54). You cannot select DTS audio stream when “DTS” is set to “Off”.
•If you connect the player to audio equipment without a DTS decoder, do not set “DTS” to
“On” in “AUDIO SETUP” menu (page 54). A loud noise may come out from the speakers,
affecting your ears or causing the speakers to be damaged.
*“DTS”and“DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
1
While playing a disc, press xto stop playback.
2
Press H.
The DVD player starts playback from the point where you stopped the disc in
Step 1.
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Guide to the on-screen display
Basic Operations
Guide to the on-screen display
Press DISPLAY during playback. The following information appears; type of disc, current
title/track, chapter, counter position, voice language, subtitle language and Custom AV Mode
setting. Refer to “DVD Audio/Subtitle Language” on page 118 for the abbreviation of the
language.
Note
•You cannot select disc information items when the disc is stopped.
You can check disc information during
playback.
The displayed contents differ according to
the type of disc being played.
Before you start...
•SetTV
/ DVD·VIDEO switch to
DVD·VIDEO on the remote (page 10).
V/v/B/b
ENTER
Number
buttons
DISPLAY
O RETURN
ENTER
1/3
1/36
Standard
v
Vb B~
09
ENG (3/5)
ENG 5.1CH
T 0:01:09
N
Type of disc
Current title/track number
Current chapter number
Counter position
Voice language
Subtitle language
Custom AV Mode
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Guide to the on-screen display
To playback the desired title/track or chapter
You can playback the desired title/track or chapter using this menu.
The title/track or chapter icon will appear on the DVD playback screen followed by
the current title/track or chapter number and the counter position.
To playback from the desired title/track counter position
You can playback the desired title/track counter position using this menu.
Tip
•Youcanchange the counter position information (playing time or remaining time) using
B/b (DVD and CD only).
DVD
CD
1
Press V/v during playback to select the desired item.
2
Press B/b to change the item.
3
Press ENTER to start playback.
4
Press DISPLAY or O RETURN to turn off the
menu.
1
Press V/v during playback to select the counter
position icon.
2
Enter the desired elapsed playing time of the current
title/track using the number buttons.
3
Press ENTER to start playback.
4
Press DISPLAY or O RETURN to turn off the
menu.
Indication Counter information
T∗ :∗∗ :∗∗ Elapsed playing time of the current title
T– ∗ :∗∗ :∗∗ Remaining time of the current title
C∗ :∗∗ :∗∗ Elapsed playing time of the current chapter
C– ∗ :∗∗ :∗∗ Remaining time of the current chapter
Indication Counter information
T∗ :∗∗ :∗∗ Elapsed playing time of the current track
T– ∗ :∗∗ :∗∗ Remaining time of the current track
D∗ :∗∗ :∗∗ Elapsed playing time of the disc
D– ∗ :∗∗ :∗∗ Remaining time of the disc
ENTER
1/3
1/36
Standard
N
v
Vb B~
09
ENG (3/5)
ENG 5.1CH
T 0:01:09
ENTER
1/3
1/36
Standard
N
v
Vb B~
09
ENG (3/5)
ENG 5.1CH
T 0:01:09
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Guide to the on-screen display
Basic Operations
Notes
•Thedisplay may not change as operated depending on the disc.
•Thedisplay window continue indicating the playing time even when the counter position
information on the on-screen display is being changed.
•The remaining time of the current track and the disc may not be indicated correctly for Copy
Control CDs, CD EXTRA or CDs with jacket pictures on the disc, etc.
To adjust the playback picture (Custom AV Mode)
You can adjust the video signal of the DVD or VIDEO CD (with PBC function off)
from the player to obtain the picture quality you want. Choose the setting that best
suits the programme you are watching.
Tip
•When you watch a movie, “Cinema 1” or “Cinema 2” is recommended.
1
Press V/v during playback to select the Custom AV
Mode icon.
2
Press B/b to change the setting.
1/3
1/36
Standard
N
v
Vb B
ENG (3/5)
ENG 5.1CH
T 0:01:09
Setting Video Setting Audio Setting
Dynamic 2Produces a more dynamic
picture than Dynamic 1 by
further increasing the picture
contrast and the colour intensity.
Full (modulated) sound with
even clearer treble and bass than
Dynamic 1.
Dynamic 1 Produces a bold dynamic picture
by increasing the picture contrast
and the colour intensity.
Full (modulated) sound with
clear treble and bass.
Standard Off (Default setting)
Displays a standard picture. Standard sound.
Cinema 1 White colours become brighter
and black colours become richer,
and the colour contrast is
increased.
Powerful sound with strong bass.
Cinema 2 Enhances details in dark areas by
increasing the black level. Powerful sound with even stronger bass than Cinema 1.

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38 Playing a tape
Playing a tape
Before you start...
•Turnon the DVD-VCR and your TV.
•Set the TV to video input so that the signal
from the player appears on the TV screen.
•SetTV
/ DVD·VIDEO switch to
DVD·VIDEO on the remote (page 10).
1
Press SELECT VIDEO to control the VCR.
2
Insert a tape.
The VCR starts playing automatically if
you insert a tape with its safety tab
removed.
3
Press H.
The display window shows the
playback time.
When the tape reaches the end,
it will rewind automatically.
SELECT VIDEO
DISPLAY
H
X
x
/
?/1
TRACKING +/–
CLEAR
./>
m/M y
Z
Hour Minute Second
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Playing a tape
Basic Operations
*
1
You can change the slow motion playback speed by pressing Mor m.
*
2
For 10 seconds in SP or LP mode/for 15 seconds in EP mode
*
3
“REW” flashes in the display window.
*
4
“FF” flashes in the display window.
To resume normal playback
Press H.
To set the colour system
If the playback picture has no colour, or streaks appear during playback, set “Colour
System” in the “USER SET” menu to conform to the system that the tape was
recorded in (see page 104). (Normally set the option to “Auto.”)
Additional operations
To Press
Stop play x
Pause play X
If you pause the VCR for more than 5 minutes, the VCR will
automatically resume play.
Resume play after pause Xor H
Fast-forward the tape Mduring stop
Rewind the tape mduring stop
Eject the tape Z
View the picture during fast-
forward or rewind During fast-forward, hold down M. During rewind, hold down
m.
Play at high speed • During playback, briefly press Mor m. The tape continues
to play at 5 times normal speed.
•Duringplayback, hold down Mor m. The tape continues to
play at 5 times normal speed. When you release the button,
normal playback resumes.
Play in slow motion*
1
During pause, press y.
Replay the previous scene in
continuous play mode*
2
(Instant Replay)
During playback, press REPLAY.
Fast forward the current scene for
30 seconds in continuous play
mode
(Instant Skip)
During playback, press SKIP.
You can press SKIP up to 4 times. This allows you to fast
forward up to 2 minutes in total.
Play at various speeds
(Shuttle play) During playback, press .or >. You can change the
playback speed as follows.
REW*
3
y –PLAY2 y –PLAY y–SLOW y STILL y
SLOW y PLAY y PLAY2 y FF*
4
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Playing a tape
To turn off the power while rewinding (Rewind Shut Off)
Press ?/1while the tape is rewinding. The power will turn off, but the tape will keep
rewinding until it reaches the end.
To use the time counter
Press CLEAR at the point on the tape that you want to find later. The counter in the
display window resets to “0:00:00.”
To display the counter on the TV screen, press DISPLAY during normal playback.
Tip
•Adjust the picture using the TRACKING +/– buttons if:
–Streaks appear while playing in slow motion.
–Bandsappear at the top or bottom while pausing.
–The picture shakes during pause.
Notes
•Tapes recorded in LP mode on other VCRs can be played back on this VCR but the picture
quality cannot be guaranteed.
•Thecounterresets to “0:00:00” whenever a tape is reinserted.
•Thecounter stops counting when it comes to a portion with no recording.
•Depending on your TV, the following may occur while playing an NTSC-recorded tape:
–Thepicture becomes black and white.
–The picture shakes.
–Nopicture appears on the TV screen.
–Blackstreaks appear horizontally on the TV screen.
–Thecolour density increases or decreases.
•When 10 hours have passed, the counter in the display window returns to “0:00:00” and the
count starts over again.
•Nosound is output during playback at various speeds.
•The picture may show noise when playing at high speed in reverse.
•Whileplaying a tape, you can display the setup menu, but the remote commander’s function
switches to DVD automatically. Press SET UP to exit the menu.
•Stop disc playback while playing back a video.
•The picture returns to normal playback from slow motion in reverse in 30 seconds.
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Recording TV programmes
Basic Operations
Recording TV programmes
Before you start...
•Turnon the DVD-VCR and your TV.
When using a satellite or digital tuner, turn
it on.
•SettheTV to video input so that the signal
from the player appears on the TV screen.
•SetTV
/ DVD·VIDEO switch to
DVD·VIDEO on the remote (page 10).
•Make sure the tape is longer than the total
recording time.
1
Press SELECT VIDEO to control the VCR.
2
Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.
PROG +/–
zREC
SP/LP
DISPLAY
SELECT VIDEO
INPUT
SELECT
x
H
Z
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42 Recording TV programmes
To stop recording
Press x.
3
•To record a normal channel, press PROG +/– until the programme
position number you want appears in the display window.
•Torecord from other equipment connected to one or more of the LINE
inputs, press INPUT SELECT until the connected line appears in the
display window.
4
Press SP/LP to select the tape speed, SP or LP.
LP (Long Play) provides recording time twice as long as SP. However, SP
(Standard Play) produces better picture and audio quality.
5
Press zREC to start recording.
The recording indicator lights up red in the display window.
• PROG/
TRACKING
INPUT
SELECT
SP / L
P
REC
Recording indicator
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Recording TV programmes
Basic Operations
To check the remaining time
Press DISPLAY three times. With the display on, press DISPLAY again to check the
remaining time.
In order to get an accurate remaining time indication, be sure “Tape Select” in the
“VIDEO SETUP” menu is set according to the tape type you use (see page 99).
Maximum Recording Time
To watch another TV programme while recording
Set the TV to the TV’s antenna input and then select another channel on the TV.
This change does not affect the recording.
To watch a DVD while recording
To save a recording
To prevent accidental erasure, break off
the safety tab as illustrated. To record
on the tape again, cover the tab hole
with adhesive tape.
Tape Length SP LP
E-180 3 hrs 6 hrs
E-240 4 hrs 8 hrs
E-260 4 hrs 20 mins 8 hrs 40 mins
E-300 5 hrs 10 hrs
1
Press SELECT DVD to control the DVD player.
2
Press Zand place the disc on the disc tray.
3
Press H.
The disc tray closes and the DVD player starts playback. The TV screen will
automatically change to the DVD playback screen.
Time counter Remaining tape length
20:00:2
STEREO
PAL
AUTO
PR 1
BBC 1
SP
61:4
REMAIN
Safety tab
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Recording TV programmes
Tips
•Toselect a programme position, you can use the number buttons on the remote commander.
For two-digit numbers, press -/-- (ten’s digit) followed by the number buttons.
•If you connect additional equipment to a LINE connector or jack, you can select the input
signal using the INPUT SELECT or PROG +/– buttons.
•Thedisplay appears on the TV screen indicating information about the tape, but the
information will not be recorded on the tape.
•If you do not want to watch TV while recording, you can turn off the TV. When using a
satellite or digital tuner, make sure to leave it on.
Notes
•If a tape has portions recorded in both PAL and NTSC systems, the time counter reading will
not be correct. This discrepancy is due to the difference between the counting cycles of the
two video systems.
•Theremaining tape length may not be indicated accurately for short tapes such as T-20 or
T-30, or tapes recorded in LP mode.
•Theremaining time is intended for rough measurement only.
•About 30 seconds after the tape begins playback, the tape remaining time will be displayed.
•You cannot record a DVD directly to a VCR tape using your DVD-VCR.
•Towatcha TV programme during video recording, stop disc playback.
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Recording TV programmes using the VIDEO Plus+
®
system
Basic Operations
Recording TV programmes using the
VIDEO Plus+®system
The VIDEO Plus+ system is the feature that
simplifies programming the VCR to make
timer recordings. Just enter the PlusCode
number listed in the TV programme guide.
The date, times, and programme position of
that programme are set automatically. You
can preset a total of six programmes,
including settings made with other timer
methods.
Before you start...
•Check that the DVD-VCR clock is set to
the correct time.
•Turnon the DVD-VCR and your TV.
When using a satellite or digital tuner, turn
it on.
•SettheTV to video input so that the signal
from the player appears on the TV screen.
•SetTV
/ DVD·VIDEO switch to
DVD·VIDEO on the remote (page 10).
•Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.
Make sure the tape is longer than the total
recording time.
•If the DVD player is in play mode, you
cannot display the setup menu. Stop the
DVD playback.
1
Press SELECT VIDEO to control the VCR.
2
Press TIMER,
The “TIMER METHOD” menu appears.
INPUT SELECT
V/v/B/b
ENTER
?/1
x
CLEAR
TIMER
SELECT VIDEO
Number
buttons
SUBTITLE
/
TIMER
Standard
VideoPlus
RETURN
TIMER METHOD
SET UP
ENTER
Vv
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