Sony SLV-D900E User manual

3-079-775-E1 (1) GB
DVD Player/
Video Cassette
Recorder
Operating Instructions
SLV-D900E
© 2002 Sony Corporation
PAL

2WARNING
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not expose
the unit to rain or
moisture.
To avoid electrical shock,
do not open the cabinet.
Refer servicing to
qualified personnel only.
Mains lead must only be
changed at a qualified
service shop.
This appliance is classified as
a CLASS 1 LASER product.
The CLASS 1 LASER
PRODUCT MARKING is
located on the rear exterior.
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
Safety
• This unit operates on 220 –
240 V AC, 50 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 player is not
disconnected from the AC
power source (mains) as
long as it is connected to
the wall outlet, even if the
player itself has been
turned off.
Installing
• Do not install the unit in an
inclined position. It is
designed to be operated in a
horizontal position only.
• Keep the unit and discs
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.
Welcome!
Thank you for purchasing this
Sony DVD Player/Video
Cassette Recorder. Before
operating this player, please
read this manual thoroughly
and retain it for future
reference.

3
Caution
Caution
For use of the VCR
Televisionprogrammes,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 transmitter
and/or programme owner.
For use of the DVD
player
This product incorporates
copyright protection
technology that isprotectedby
method claims of certain U.S.
patents, other intellectual
property rights owned by
Macrovision Corporation, and
other rights owners. Use of
this copyright protection
technology mustbe authorized
by Macrovision Corporation,
and is intended for home and
other limited viewing uses
only unless otherwise
authorized by Macrovision
Corporation. Reverse
engineering or disassembly is
prohibited.

4Table of contents
Table of contents
2WARNING
2Welcome!
3Caution
6About this manual
6This player can play the following discs
7Notes about discs
Getting Started
8Step 1 : Unpacking
9Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander
11 Step 3 : Connecting the DVD-VCR
14 Step 4 : Setting up the DVD-VCR with the Auto Set Up function
17 Step 5 : Selecting a language
18 Step 6 : Setting the clock
20 Step 7 : Presetting channels
28 Setting the PAY-TV/Canal Plus decoder
Basic Operations
31 Playing discs
34 Guide to the on-screen display
35 Playing a tape
38 Recording TV programmes
42 Recording TV programmes using the
ShowView®system
47 Recording TV programmes using the
timer
51 Checking/changing/cancelling timer
settings
Advanced Hookups
53 A/V Receiver hookup
55 S-Video hookup
DVD Settings and
Adjustments
56 Audio Setup
59 Screen Setup
62 Setting the display or sound track
language
64 Parental Control (limiting playback
by children)

5
Table of contents
DVD Additional Operations
67 Using the DVD’s menu
69 Zooming into a scene
70 Changing the angles
71 Displaying the subtitle
72 Picture navigation
73 Various play mode functions
(Programme play, Random play,
Repeat play)
77 Changing the sound
78 Virtual surround setting
80 Playing an MP3 audio track
83 Playing VIDEO CDs with “MENU
ON/OFF” Functions
VCR Additional Operations
85 Playing a tape with SQPB function
86 Setting the recording duration time
88 Recording stereo and bilingual
programs
91 Searching using index function
93 Adjusting the picture (tracking)
95 Changing menu options
97 Editing
Additional Information
100 General setup information
102 Troubleshooting
107 Specifications
109 Index to parts and controls
114 DVD AUDIO/SUBTITLE
LANGUAGE
115 Index

6
About this manual
• The meaning of the icons used in this manual is
described below:
* MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format
defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio data.
This player can play the
following discs
The “DVD VIDEO” logo is a trademark.
Region code
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, the message
“Playback prohibited by area limitations.” will
appear on the TV screen. Depending on the DVD,
no region code indication may be labelled even
though playing the DVD is prohibited by area
restrictions.
Example of discs that the player
cannot play
The player cannot play the following discs:
• All CD-ROMs (including PHOTO CDs)/CD-
Rs/CD-RWs other than those recorded in the
following formats:
–music CD format
–video CD format
–MP3 format that conforms to ISO9660*
Level 1/Level 2, or its extended format, Joliet
• Data part of CD-Extras
• DVD-RWs in VR mode
• DVD-ROMs
• DVD Audio discs
• HD layer on Super Audio CDs
* A logical format of files and folders on CD-ROMs,
defined by ISO (International Standard
Organization).
Also, the player cannot play the following
discs:
• A DVD 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.
Icon Meaning
Functions available for DVD
VIDEOs or DVD-Rs/DVD-
RWs in video mode
FunctionsavailableforVIDEO
CDs, Super VCDs or CD-Rs/
CD-RWs in video CD format
Functions available for DATA
CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-
RWs containing MP3* audio
tracks)
Functions available for music
CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in
music CD format
Functions available for VHS
VIDEOs
Format of discs
DVD VIDEO
VIDEO CD
Music CD
ALL
SLV–DXXXX
00V 00Hz
00W NO.
0-000-000-00
XRegion code

7
Note
Some CD-Rs, CD-RWs, DVD-Rs, or DVD-RWs (in
video mode) cannot be played on this player due to the
recording quality or physical condition of the disc, or
the characteristics of the recording device.
Furthermore, the disc will not play if it has not been
correctly finalized. For more information, see the
operating instructions for the recording device.
Note that discs created in the Packet Write format
cannot be played.
Note on playback operations of
DVDs and VIDEO CDs
SomeplaybackoperationsofDVDsandVIDEO
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.
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 center out.
Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner,
commercially available cleaners, or anti-static
spray intended for vinyl LPs.

8Unpacking
Getting Started
Step 1 : Unpacking
Check that you have received the following items with the DVD-VCR:
• Remote commander
• R6 (size AA) batteries
• Aerial cable
•Audiocord
(pinplug ×2 ypinplug ×2)
•Videocord
(pinplug ×1 ypinplug ×1)

Getting Started
9
Setting up the remote commander
Step 2 : 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.
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.
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 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
Remote sensor
continued

10 Setting up the remote commander
Controlling other TVs with the remote commander
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 ?/1, VOL +/–, PROG +/–, MUTING*, TV/VIDEO, 0-9 and
-/--* buttons to control your TV. You can also use the buttons marked with a dot (•) to
control a Sony TV. To control the DVD-VCR, reset TV / DVD·VIDEO to
DVD·VIDEO.
* for Sony TV only
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.
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.
Manufacturer Code number
Sony 01, 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

Getting Started
11
Connecting the DVD-VCR
Step 3 : Connecting the DVD-VCR
Note that “Advanced Hookups” (page 53) explains additional hookup methods that
will optimize the picture and sound for a true “hometheater” experience.
If your TV has a Scart (EURO-AV) connector, see page 12.
If your TV does not have a Scart (EURO-AV) connector
Note
• When you connect the DVD-VCR and your TV only with an aerial cable, you have
to tune your TV to the DVD-VCR (see page 14).
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 the mains lead to the mains.
Mains lead
AERIAL IN to mains
Aerial cable (supplied)
: Signal flow
continued

12 Connecting the DVD-VCR
If your TV has a Scart (EURO-AV) connector
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 LINE-1 (EURO AV) on the
DVD-VCR and the Scart (EURO-AV)
connector on the TV with the optional
Scart cable.
This connection improves picture and
sound quality. Whenever you want to
watch the DVD-VCR picture, press
TV/VIDEO to display the VIDEO
indicator in the display window.
4Connect the mains lead to the mains.
Mains lead
LINE-1
(EURO AV)
AERIAL IN
Scart
(EURO-AV)
to mains
Aerial cable (supplied)
: Signal flow Scart cable (not supplied)

Getting Started
13
Connecting the DVD-VCR
Additional connections
To a satellite or digital tuner
with Line Through
Using the Line Through
function, 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.
1Connect the satellite or digital tuner to the LINE-3 connector as shown above.
2Turn off the DVD-VCR.
To watch a programme, turn on the satellite or digital tuner and the TV.
Scart cable (not supplied)
LINE-3 LINE OUT
: Signal flow

14 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
ShowView system, and DVD-VCR clock
automatically.
1Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel.
If your TV does not have a Scart (EURO-AV) connector, tune the TV to
channel 32 (the initial RF channel for this DVD-VCR). Refer to your TV
manual for TV tuning instructions. If the picture does not appear clearly,
see “To change the RF channel” on page 16.
2Connect the mains lead to the mains.
The DVD-VCR automatically turns on and the
“LANGUAGE SET” menu appears.
V/v/B/b
ENTER
O RETURN
English
Français
Deutsch
RETURN
LANGUAGE SET
v
VENTER
B
Español
Italiano
Nederlands

Getting Started
15
Setting up the DVD-VCR with the Auto Set Up function
3Press V/v to select the desired language, then
press ENTER repeatedly.
The “COUNTRY SELECTION” menu appears
on the TV screen.
The abbreviations of the countries
are as follows:
4Press V/v/B/b to select the abbreviation of
your country from the table in step 3, then
press ENTER.
If your country does not appear, select
OTHERS.
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/disabling programme positions” on
page 22.
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 18.
ENTER
COUNTRY SELECTION
AITR
DK P HU
FIN E PL
D S CZ
BNGR
NL CH OTHERS
RETURN
ENTER
vV B
b
Abbreviation Country
A Austria
B Belgium
DK Denmark
FIN Finland
DGermany
NL Netherlands
I Italy
N Norway
P Portugal
ESpain
S Sweden
CH Switzerland
TR Turkey
GR Greece
HU Hungary
PL Poland
CZ Czech
Abbreviation Country
ENTER
RETURN
AUTO SET UP
PLEASE WAIT
40%
continued

16 Setting up the DVD-VCR with the Auto Set Up function
To cancel the Auto Set Up function
Press O RETURN.
To change the RF channel
If the picture does not appear clearly on the TV, change the RF channel on the DVD-
VCR and TV. Select (INSTALLATION) from the menu, then press V/v to
select VIDEO OUTPUT CH. Select the RF channel by pressing the B/b buttons.
Then, tune the TV to the new RF channel so that a clear picture appears.
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 17.
Notes
• Whenever you operate the Auto Set Up function, some of the settings (ShowView, 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, press SET UP, then press V/v/B/b to
select (INSTALLATION) and press ENTER. Press V/v to select AUTO SET UP, then
repeat step 3.
• Auto preset can be performed by pressing xon the DVD-VCR continuously for 5 seconds or
more during power off with no tape inserted.

Getting Started
17
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 your TV to the video channel so that
the signal from the player appears on the
TV screen.
• If the DVD player is in play mode, you
cannot display the “SETUP MENU.” Stop
DVD playback.
1Press SET UP.
The “SETUP MENU” appears.
2Press V/v/B/b to select (LANGUAGE
SET), then press ENTER.
The “LANGUAGE SET” menu appears.
3Press V/v to select the desired language, then press ENTER.
4Press O RETURN to exit the menu.
V/v/B/b
ENTER
SET UP
O RETURN
SET UP
DVD SETUP
RETURN
SETUP MENU
Vv b
BENTER
ENTER
English
Français
Deutsch
RETURN
LANGUAGE SET
v
VENTER
B
Español
Italiano
Nederlands
ENTER
RETURN

18 Setting the clock
Step 6 : Setting the clock
You must set the time and date 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…
• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.
• Set your TV to the video channel so that
the signal from the player appears on the
TV screen.
• If the DVD player is in play mode, you
cannot display the “SETUP MENU.” Stop
DVD playback.
1Press SET UP.
The “SETUP MENU” appears.
2Press V/v/B/b to select (CLOCK SET),
then press ENTER.
The “CLOCK SET” menu appears.
3Press V/v to set the hour.
V/v/B/b
ENTER
SET UP
O RETURN
SET UP
DVD SETUP
RETURN
SETUP MENU
Vv b
BENTER
ENTER
RETURN
INSTALLATION
1 2 : 0 0 1 / JAN / 2002
AUTO CLOCK : ON
CLOCK SET
TUE
vV
B
b
ENTER
RETURN
1 8 : 0 0 1 / JAN / 2002
AUTO CLOCK : ON
CLOCK SET
TUE
vV
B
b

Getting Started
19
Setting the clock
Tips
• 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.
• To change the digits while setting, press Bto return to the item to be changed, and select the
digits by pressing V/v.
4Press b to select the minutes and set the
minutes by pressing V/v.
5Set the day, month, and year in sequence by
pressing bto select the item to be set, and
press V/v to select the digits, then press b.
The day of the week is set automatically.
6Press 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.
7Press O RETURN repeatedly to exit the menu.
ENTER
RETURN
1 8 : 3 0 1 / JAN / 2002
AUTO CLOCK : ON
CLOCK SET
TUE
vV
B
b
ENTER
RETURN
1 8 : 3 0 28 / SEP / 2002
AUTO CLOCK : ON
CLOCK SET
SAT
vV
B
b
ENTER
RETURN
1 8 : 3 0 28 / SEP / 2002
AUTO CLOCK : ON
CLOCK SET
SAT
vV
B
b
RETURN

20 Presetting channels
Step 7 : Presetting channels
If some channels could not be preset using
the Auto Set Up function, you can preset
them manually.
Before you start…
• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.
• Set your TV to the video channel so that
the signal from the player appears on the
TV screen.
• If the DVD player is in play mode, you
cannot display the “SETUP MENU.” Stop
DVD playback.
1Press SET UP.
The “SETUP MENU” appears.
2Press V/v/B/b to select
(INSTALLATION), then press ENTER.
The “INSTALLATION” menu appears.
V/v/B/b
ENTER
SET UP
O RETURN
SET UP
DVD SETUP
RETURN
SETUP MENU
Vv b
BENTER
ENTER
RETURN
INSTALLATION
MANUAL SET UP
AUTO SET UP
VIDEO OUTPUT CH : CH32
INSTALLATION
ENTER
vV