Sony SLV-D993P AZ User manual

2-671-553-12 (1) GB
DVD Player/
Video Cassette
Recorder
Operating Instructions
SLV-D993P AZ/ME
© 2006 Sony Corporation
PAL NTSC

2WARNING
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not
expose this apparatus to
rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock,
do not open the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only.
The mains lead must be
changed only at qualified
service shop.
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments
with this product will increase
eye hazard. As the laser beam
used in this DVD player/Video
Cassette Recorder is harmful to
eyes, do not attempt to
disassemble the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only.
Precautions
• SLV-D993P AZ operates on
220 – 240 V AC, 50 Hz.
SLV-D993P ME operates on
110 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.
Check that the unit’s
operating voltage is identical
with your local power supply.
• To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not place objects
filled with liquids, such as
vases, on the apparatus.
• The unit is not disconnected
from the AC power source
(mains) as long as it is
connected to the wall outlet,
even if the unit itself has been
turned off.
• Install this system so that the
power cord can be unplugged
from the wall socket
immediately in the event of
trouble.
Disposal of Old Electrical
& Electronic Equipment
This symbol is applicable only
in the European Union and other
European countries with
separate collection systems.

3
Precautions
Precautions
On safety
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
Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if you do not
intend to use it for an extended period of time. To
disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug, never by
the cord.
On placement
• Do not install the unit in a confined space such
as a bookshelf or similar unit.
• Do not install the unit in an inclined position. It
is designed to be operated in a horizontal
position only.
• Keep the unit, discs and cassettes away from
equipment with strong magnets, such as
microwave ovens or large loudspeakers.
• Do not place heavy objects on the unit.
• Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs,
blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains,
draperies) that may block the ventilation slots.
On operation
• When you move the player, take out any discs. If
you don’t, the disc may be damaged.
• If the unit 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 and cause damage to the video
head, tape, and the optical block. Should this
occur, the player may not operate properly.
When you first install the player, or when you
move it from a cold to a warm location, remove
the disc and tape and leave the player turned on
for about three hours before operating the
player.
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.
On cleaning discs, disc/lens cleaners
Do not use cleaning discs or disc/lens cleaners
(including wet or spray types). These may cause
the player to malfunction.
On cleaning the video heads
When the video heads are dirty, clean the video
heads using a Sony video head cleaning cassette. If
a Sony cleaning cassette is not available in your
area, have the heads cleaned at your nearest Sony
dealer (a standard service fee will be charged). Do
not use a commercially available liquid type
cleaning cassette, as it may damage the video
heads.
On replacement of parts
In the event that this unit is repaired, repaired parts
may be collected for reuse or recycling purposes.
• Unclear
picture
• Rough
picture
• No picture
(or black &
white screen
appears)
terminal
initial
contamination
continued

4Precautions
Copyright
• Television programmes, films, video tapes and
other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such material may be
contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws.
Also, use of this recorder with cable television
transmission may require authorization from the
cable television transmission and/or programme
owner.
• This product incorporates copyright protection
technology that is protected by U.S. patents and
other intellectual property rights. Use of this
copyright protection technology must be
authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for
home and other limited viewing uses only
unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision.
Reverse engineering or disassembly is
prohibited.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Caution: This 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.

5
Table of contents
Table of contents
2WA R N I N G
3Precautions
7About this manual
7This player can play the following discs
9Notes about discs
Getting Started
10 Step 1 : Unpacking
11 Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander
14 Step 3 : Connecting the DVD-VCR
16 Step 4 : Setting up the DVD-VCR with the Auto Set Up function
18 Step 5 : Selecting a language
19 Step 6 : Setting the clock
21 Step 7 : Presetting channels
Advanced Hookups
27 S-Video/Component hookup
29 A/V Receiver hookup
Basic Operations
31 Playing discs
36 Guide to the on-screen display
39 Playing a tape
42 Recording TV programmes
46 Recording TV programmes using the timer
49 Checking/changing/cancelling timer settings
continued

6Table of contents
DVD Settings and Adjustments
51 Audio Setup
54 Screen Setup
58 Setting the display or sound track language
60 Parental Control (limiting playback by children)
DVD Additional Operations
63 Using the DVD’s menu
64 Zooming into a scene
65 Changing the angles
66 Displaying the subtitle
68 Various play mode functions (Programme play, Shuffle play, Repeat play)
72 Changing the sound
74 Virtual surround setting
76 Playing an MP3 audio track
82 Playing JPEG image files
86 Playing DivX®video files
90 Playing VIDEO CDs with “PBC On/Off” functions
VCR Additional Operations
92 Quick Timer Recording
94 Recording stereo and bilingual programmes
97 Searching using index function
99 Adjusting the picture (tracking)
101 Changing menu options
103 Editing
Additional Information
105 General setup information
107 Troubleshooting
112 Glossary
114 Specifications
115 Index to parts and controls
119 DVD Audio/Subtitle Language
120 Index

7
About this manual
About this manual
• This manual 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.
• The meaning of the icons used in this manual
is described below:
*1MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format
defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio
data.
*2DivX®is a video file compression technology,
developed by DivXNetworks, Inc.
DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are
trademarks of DivXNetworks, Inc. and are used
under license.
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
– MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files, and
DivX video files of format conforming to
ISO9660*Level 1/Level 2, or its extended
format, Joliet
– KODAK Picture CD format
The player can play DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/
DVD+Rs/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs recorded in the
following formats:
– MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files, and
DivX video files of format conforming to
UDF (Universal Disk Format)
– 8 cm DVD+RW, DVD-RW, and DVD-R
recorded with a DVD Video camera
* A logical format of files and folders on CD-ROMs,
defined by ISO (International Organization for
Standardization).
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*1audio
tracks, JPEG files, and DivX*2
video files)
Functions available for DATA
DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/
DVD+Rs/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs
containing MP3*1audio tracks,
JPEG files, and DivX*2video
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
continued

8This player can play the following discs
Your player has a region code printed on the
back of 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
• HD layer on Super Audio CDs
• DVD-Rs recorded in VR (Video Recording)
mode
•DVD-RAMs
•DVD-RswithCPRM
*
* CPRM (Copyright Protection for Recordable Media)
is a coding technology that protects copyrights for
images.
Also, the player cannot play the following discs:
• A DVD VIDEO with a different region code
• A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g.,
card, heart)
• A disc with paper or stickers on it
• A disc that has 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.
Some playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO
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
by some record 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-Rs,
or CD-Rs/CD-RWs
Note on playback operations
of DVDs and VIDEO CDs
Music discs encoded with
copyright protection
technologies

9
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
• To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its
edge. Do not touch the surface.
• 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.
• Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth.
Wipe the disc from the centre out.
• Do not 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

10 Unpacking
Getting Started
Step 1 : Unpacking
Check that you have received the following items with the DVD-VCR:
Note
• The supplied remote commander is for the exclusive use of this DVD-VCR.
• Remote commander • Aerial cable
• R6 (size AA) batteries
Check your model name
The instructions in this manual are for the 2 models: SLV-D993P AZ, SLV-D993P ME.
Check your model name by looking at the rear panel of your DVD-VCR.
SLV-D993P AZ is the model used for illustration purposes. Any difference in operation is
clearly indicated in the text, for example, “SLV-D993P AZ only.”

Getting Started
11
Setting up the remote commander
Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander
Inserting the batteries
Insert two size AA (R6) 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 operate Set TV / 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
TV / DVD·VIDEO
switch
Remote sensor
SELECT VIDEO
SELECT DVD
continued

12 Setting up the remote commander
Notes
• With normal use, the batteries should last about three to six months.
• If you do not use the remote commander for an extended period of time, remove the batteries
to avoid possible damage from battery leakage.
• Do not use a new battery with an old one.
• Do not use different types of batteries.
• Do not 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:
*forSonyTVonly
Controlling TVs with the remote commander
1Set TV / DVD·VIDEO at the top of the remote commander to TV.
2Hold 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

Getting Started
13
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
Panasonic 17, 49
Philips 06, 07, 08
Saba 12, 13
Samsung 22, 23
Sanyo 25
Sharp 29
Telefunken 36
Thomson 43
Toshiba 38
Manufacturer Code number

14 Connecting the DVD-VCR
Step 3 : Connecting the DVD-VCR
For connecting the DVD-VCR, antenna and your TV, be sure to follow the connecting steps
below. Note that “Advanced Hookups” (page 27) explains additional hookup methods that will
optimize the picture and sound for a true “hometheatre” experience.
Note
You cannot connect the DVD-VCR to a TV that does not have a video input jack.
1Disconnect the aerial cable from your TV
and connect it to on the rear panel of the
DVD-VCR.
2Connect of the DVD-VCR and the
aerial input of your TV using the supplied
aerial cable.
3Connect OUT AUDIO L/R VIDEO jacks
of the DVD-VCR and audio/video
connector of your TV using an audio/video
cord.
Mains lead
AERIAL IN
to mains
Aerial cable (supplied)
: Signal flow
Audio/video
cord
(not supplied)
Audio/video input

Getting Started
15
Connecting the DVD-VCR
4Connect the mains lead to the mains.
If you connect additional equipments to the DVD-VCR (page 27, 29), be
sure to connect the mains lead after all connections are completed.

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 automatically.
Before you start…
•SetTV
/ DVD·VIDEO switch to
DVD·VIDEO on the remote (page 11).
1Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel.
2Connect the mains lead to the mains.
SLV-D993P AZ
The DVD-VCR automatically turns on and the
“SYSTEM SELECTION” menu appears.
Step 3 is skipped.
SLV-D993P ME
The DVD-VCR automatically turns on and the
“LANGUAGE SET” menu appears.
Press V/v to select the desired language, then
press ENTER.
The message for the Auto Set Up function
appears.
V/v/B/b
ENTER
SET UP
ENTER
RETURN
SYSTEM SELECTION
SET UP
ENTER
v
V
SYSTEM - B/G (NEW ZEALAND)
SYSTEM - B/B (AUSTRALIA)
RETURN
LANGUAGE SET
SET UP
ENTER
v
V
English
Français
Deutsch
B
Español
Italiano
Nederlands

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 (timer etc.) will be
reset. If this happens, you have to set them again.
• Auto preset starts automatically only when you plug in the mains lead for the first time after
you purchase the DVD-VCR.
• If you want to use the Auto Set Up function again, select “Install” in the “OPTION” menu,
then press V/v to select “Auto Setup,” then repeat step 3.
• Auto preset can be performed by pressing xon the unit continuously for 5 seconds or more
during power off with no tape inserted.
3Press ENTER.
The “SYSTEM SELECTION” menu appears.
4Press V/v to select the appropriate TV system,
then press ENTER.
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.
After the search is complete, the clock setting menu appears. See “Setting
the clock” on page 19.
ENTER
RETURN
SYSTEM SELECTION
SET UP
ENTER
v
V
SYSTEM - B/G
SYSTEM - D/K
SYSTEM - I
ENTER
Please wait
RETURN
AUTO SETUP
SET UP
10%

18 Selecting a language
Step 5 : Selecting a language
You can change the on-screen display
language.
Before you start…
• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.
• Set the TV to the 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 11).
• If the DVD player is in play mode, you
cannot display the setup menu. Stop the
DVD playback.
1Press SET UP, then press V/v to select
(OPTION) and press ENTER.
2Press V/v to select “Language,” then press
ENTER.
The “LANGUAGE SET” menu appears.
3Press V/v to select the desired language, then press ENTER.
4Press 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.
Before you start…
• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.
• Set the TV to the 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 11).
• If the DVD player is in play mode, you
cannot display the setup menu. Stop the
DVD playback.
1Press SET UP, then press V/v to select
(OPTION) and press ENTER.
2Press V/v to select “Clock,” then press
ENTER.
The “CLOCK SET” menu appears.
3Set 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.
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
RETURN
CLOCK SET
SET UP
ENTER
v
Vb B
Ye ar
ENTER
12:00 01/JAN /2006 SUN
Time Date
RETURN
CLOCK SET
SET UP
ENTER
v
Vb B
Ye ar
continued

20 Setting the clock
Note
• The clock display appears when VIDEO mode is selected with no tape inserted or when the
DVD-VCR is turned off.
4Press ENTER to confirm the setting.
5Press SET UP to exit the menu.
ENTER
SET UP