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Settings for the Display
(SCREEN SETUP)
Choose settings according to the TV to be
connected.
connected.
Select “SCREEN SETUP” in the Setup
Display. To use the display, see “Using the
Setup Display” (page 61).
The default settings are underlined.
Display. To use the display, see “Using the
Setup Display” (page 61).
The default settings are underlined.
◆ TV TYPE
Selects the aspect ratio of the connected TV
(4:3 standard or wide).
Selects the aspect ratio of the connected TV
(4:3 standard or wide).
Note
Depending on the DVD, “4:3 LETTER BOX” may
be selected automatically instead of “4:3 PAN
SCAN” or vice versa.
be selected automatically instead of “4:3 PAN
SCAN” or vice versa.
◆ COLOR SYSTEM (VIDEO CD)
Selects the color system when you play a
VIDEO CD.
Selects the color system when you play a
VIDEO CD.
◆ SCREEN SAVER
The screen saver image appears when you
leave the player in pause or stop mode for 15
minutes, or when you play a CD, or DATA
CD (MP3 audio)/DATA DVD (MP3 audio)
for more than 15 minutes. The screen saver
will help prevent your display device from
becoming damaged (ghosting). Press
The screen saver image appears when you
leave the player in pause or stop mode for 15
minutes, or when you play a CD, or DATA
CD (MP3 audio)/DATA DVD (MP3 audio)
for more than 15 minutes. The screen saver
will help prevent your display device from
becoming damaged (ghosting). Press
H to
turn off the screen saver.
◆ BACKGROUND
Selects the background colour or picture on
the TV screen when the player is in stop mode
or while playing a CD, or DATA CD (MP3
audio)/DATA DVD (MP3 audio).
Selects the background colour or picture on
the TV screen when the player is in stop mode
or while playing a CD, or DATA CD (MP3
audio)/DATA DVD (MP3 audio).
16:9
Select this when you connect a
wide-screen TV or a TV with a
wide mode function.
wide-screen TV or a TV with a
wide mode function.
4:3
LETTER
BOX
LETTER
BOX
Select this when you connect a
4:3 screen TV. Displays a wide
picture with bands on the upper
and lower portions of the
screen.
4:3 screen TV. Displays a wide
picture with bands on the upper
and lower portions of the
screen.
4:3
PAN SCAN
PAN SCAN
Select this when you connect a
4:3 screen TV. Automatically
displays the wide picture on the
entire screen and cuts off the
portions that do not fit.
4:3 screen TV. Automatically
displays the wide picture on the
entire screen and cuts off the
portions that do not fit.
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE:
SCREEN SAVER:
BACKGROUND:
BACKGROUND:
16:9
ON
COLOR SYSTEM (VIDEO CD):
AUTO
JACKET PICTURE
4:3 OUTPUT:
FULL
16:9
4:3 LETTER BOX
4:3 PAN SCAN
AUTO
Outputs the video signal in the
system of the VIDEO CD,
either PAL or NTSC. If your
TV is the DUAL system, select
AUTO.
system of the VIDEO CD,
either PAL or NTSC. If your
TV is the DUAL system, select
AUTO.
PAL
Changes the video signals of an
NTSC VIDEO CD and outputs
it in the PAL system.
NTSC VIDEO CD and outputs
it in the PAL system.
NTSC
Changes the video signals of a
PAL VIDEO CD and outputs it
in the NTSC system.
PAL VIDEO CD and outputs it
in the NTSC system.
ON
Turns on the screen saver.
OFF
Turns off the screen saver.
JACKET
PICTURE
PICTURE
The jacket picture (still picture)
appears, but only when the
jacket picture is already
recorded on the disc (CD-
EXTRA, etc.). If the disc does
not contain a jacket picture, the
“GRAPHICS” picture appears.
appears, but only when the
jacket picture is already
recorded on the disc (CD-
EXTRA, etc.). If the disc does
not contain a jacket picture, the
“GRAPHICS” picture appears.
GRAPHICS
A preset picture stored in the
player appears.
player appears.
BLUE
The background colour is blue.
BLACK
The background colour is
black.
black.
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◆ 4:3 OUTPUT
This setting is effective only when you set
“TV TYPE” in “SCREEN SETUP” to
“16:9.”
Adjust this to watch 4:3 aspect ratio
progressive signals. If you can change the
aspect ratio on your progressive format
(525p/625p) compatible TV, change the
setting on your TV, not the player. This
setting is effective only when
“PROGRESSIVE AUTO” or
“PROGRESSIVE VIDEO” is selected by
using the PROGRESSIVE button on the front
panel.
This setting is effective only when you set
“TV TYPE” in “SCREEN SETUP” to
“16:9.”
Adjust this to watch 4:3 aspect ratio
progressive signals. If you can change the
aspect ratio on your progressive format
(525p/625p) compatible TV, change the
setting on your TV, not the player. This
setting is effective only when
“PROGRESSIVE AUTO” or
“PROGRESSIVE VIDEO” is selected by
using the PROGRESSIVE button on the front
panel.
Custom Settings
(CUSTOM
SETUP)
Use this to set up playback related and other
settings.
settings.
Select “CUSTOM SETUP” in the Setup
Display. To use the display, see “Using the
Setup Display” (page 61).
The default settings are underlined.
Display. To use the display, see “Using the
Setup Display” (page 61).
The default settings are underlined.
◆ AUTO POWER OFF
Switches the Auto Power Off setting on or
off.
Switches the Auto Power Off setting on or
off.
◆ AUTO PLAY
Switches the Auto Play setting on or off. This
function is useful when the player is
connected to a timer (not supplied).
Switches the Auto Play setting on or off. This
function is useful when the player is
connected to a timer (not supplied).
◆ DIMMER
Adjusts the lighting of the front panel display.
Adjusts the lighting of the front panel display.
FULL
Select this when you can
change the aspect ratio on your
TV.
change the aspect ratio on your
TV.
NORMAL
Select this when you cannot
change the aspect ratio on your
TV. Shows a 16:9 aspect ratio
signal with black bands on left
and right sides of the image.
change the aspect ratio on your
TV. Shows a 16:9 aspect ratio
signal with black bands on left
and right sides of the image.
16:9 aspect ratio TV
OFF
Switches this function off.
ON
The player enters standby mode
when left in stop mode for more
than 30 minutes.
when left in stop mode for more
than 30 minutes.
OFF
Switches this function off.
ON
Automatically starts playback
when the player is turned on by
a timer (not supplied).
when the player is turned on by
a timer (not supplied).
BRIGHT
Makes the lighting bright.
DARK
Makes the lighting dark.
CUSTOM SETUP
AUTO POWER OFF:
AUTO PLAY:
DIMMER:
AUTO PLAY:
DIMMER:
OFF
OFF
OFF
BRIGHT
AUTO
PAUSE MODE:
OFF
TRACK SELECTION:
ON
MULTI-DISC RESUME:
Registration Code
DivX:
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◆ PAUSE MODE (DVD VIDEO/DVD-VR
mode only)
Selects the picture in pause mode.
mode only)
Selects the picture in pause mode.
◆ TRACK SELECTION (DVD VIDEO only)
Gives the sound track which contains the
highest number of channels priority when you
play a DVD VIDEO on which multiple audio
formats (PCM, MPEG audio, DTS, or Dolby
Digital format) are recorded.
Gives the sound track which contains the
highest number of channels priority when you
play a DVD VIDEO on which multiple audio
formats (PCM, MPEG audio, DTS, or Dolby
Digital format) are recorded.
Notes
• When you set the item to “AUTO,” the language
may change. The “TRACK SELECTION” setting
has higher priority than the “AUDIO” settings in
“LANGUAGE SETUP” (page 62).
has higher priority than the “AUDIO” settings in
“LANGUAGE SETUP” (page 62).
• If you set “DTS” to “OFF” (page 67), the DTS
sound track is not played even if you set “TRACK
SELECTION” to “AUTO.”
SELECTION” to “AUTO.”
• If PCM, DTS, MPEG audio, and Dolby Digital
sound tracks have the same number of channels,
the player selects PCM, DTS, MPEG audio, and
Dolby Digital sound tracks in this order.
the player selects PCM, DTS, MPEG audio, and
Dolby Digital sound tracks in this order.
◆ MULTI-DISC RESUME (DVD VIDEO/
VIDEO CD only)
Switches the Multi-disc Resume setting on or
off. Resume playback can be stored in
memory for up to 6 different DVD VIDEOs/
VIDEO CDs (page 24).
VIDEO CD only)
Switches the Multi-disc Resume setting on or
off. Resume playback can be stored in
memory for up to 6 different DVD VIDEOs/
VIDEO CDs (page 24).
Note
If you run Quick Setup, Multi-disc Resume setting
stored in memory may return to the default settings.
stored in memory may return to the default settings.
◆ DivX
Displays the registration code for this player.
For more information, go to
http://www.divx.com
on the Internet.
Displays the registration code for this player.
For more information, go to
http://www.divx.com
on the Internet.
AUTO
The picture, including subjects
that move dynamically, is
output with no jitter. Normally
select this position.
that move dynamically, is
output with no jitter. Normally
select this position.
FRAME
The picture, including subjects
that do not move dynamically,
is output in high resolution.
that do not move dynamically,
is output in high resolution.
OFF
No priority given.
AUTO
Priority given.
ON
Stores the resume setting in
memory for up to 6 discs.
memory for up to 6 discs.
OFF
Does not store the resume
setting in memory. Playback
restarts at the resume point only
for the current disc in the player.
setting in memory. Playback
restarts at the resume point only
for the current disc in the player.
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Settings for the Sound
(AUDIO SETUP)
“AUDIO SETUP” allows you to set the sound
according to the playback and connection
conditions.
according to the playback and connection
conditions.
Select “AUDIO SETUP” in the Setup
Display. To use the display, see “Using the
Setup Display” (page 61).
The default settings are underlined.
Display. To use the display, see “Using the
Setup Display” (page 61).
The default settings are underlined.
◆ AUDIO ATT (attenuation)
If the playback sound is distorted, set this
item to “ON.” The player reduces the audio
output level.
This function affects the output of the LINE
OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks.
If the playback sound is distorted, set this
item to “ON.” The player reduces the audio
output level.
This function affects the output of the LINE
OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks.
◆ AUDIO DRC (Dynamic Range Control)
(DVD VIDEO/DVD-VR mode only)
Makes the sound clear when the volume is
turned down when playing a DVD that
conforms to “AUDIO DRC.”
This function affects the output from the
following jacks:
– LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks
– DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL)
(DVD VIDEO/DVD-VR mode only)
Makes the sound clear when the volume is
turned down when playing a DVD that
conforms to “AUDIO DRC.”
This function affects the output from the
following jacks:
– LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks
– DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL)
jack only when “DOLBY DIGITAL” is set
to “D-PCM” (page 67).
to “D-PCM” (page 67).
◆ DOWNMIX (DVD VIDEO/DVD-VR mode
only)
Switches the method for mixing down to 2
channels when you play a DVD which has
rear sound elements (channels) or is recorded
in Dolby Digital format. For details on the
rear signal components, see “Checking the
audio signal format” (page 39). This function
affects the output of the following jacks:
– LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks
– DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL)
only)
Switches the method for mixing down to 2
channels when you play a DVD which has
rear sound elements (channels) or is recorded
in Dolby Digital format. For details on the
rear signal components, see “Checking the
audio signal format” (page 39). This function
affects the output of the following jacks:
– LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks
– DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL)
jack when “DOLBY DIGITAL” is set to
“D-PCM” (page 67).
“D-PCM” (page 67).
◆ DIGITAL OUT
Selects if audio signals are output via the
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL)
jack.
Selects if audio signals are output via the
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL)
jack.
OFF
Normally, select this position.
ON
Select this when the playback sound
from the speakers is distorted.
from the speakers is distorted.
STANDARD
Normally select this position.
TV MODE
Makes low sounds clear even if
you turn the volume down.
you turn the volume down.
WIDE
RANGE
RANGE
Gives you the feeling of being
at a live performance.
at a live performance.
AUDIO SETUP
AUDIO ATT:
AUDIO DRC:
AUDIO DRC:
DIGITAL OUT:
OFF
STANDARD
ON
DOWNMIX:
DOLBY SURROUND
DOLBY DIGITAL:
MPEG:
MPEG:
D-PCM
PCM
DTS:
OFF
48kHz/96kHz PCM:
48kHz/16bit
DOLBY
SUR-
ROUND
SUR-
ROUND
Normally, select this position.
Multi-channel audio signals are
output to 2 channels for enjoying
surround sounds.
Multi-channel audio signals are
output to 2 channels for enjoying
surround sounds.
NORMAL
Multi-channel audio signals are
downmixed to 2 channels for use
with your stereo.
downmixed to 2 channels for use
with your stereo.
ON
Normally select this position. When
you select “ON,” see “Setting the
digital output signal” for further
settings (page 67).
you select “ON,” see “Setting the
digital output signal” for further
settings (page 67).
OFF
The influence of the digital circuit
upon the analog circuit is minimal.
upon the analog circuit is minimal.
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Setting the digital output signal
Switches the method of outputting audio
signals when you connect a component such
as an amplifier (receiver) or MD deck with a
digital input jack.
For connection details, see page 18.
Select “DOLBY DIGITAL,” “MPEG,”
“DTS,” and “48kHz/96kHz PCM” after
setting “DIGITAL OUT” to “ON.”
If you connect a component that is
incompatible with the selected audio signal, a
loud noise (or no sound) may be heard from
the speakers, risking damage to your ears or
speakers.
signals when you connect a component such
as an amplifier (receiver) or MD deck with a
digital input jack.
For connection details, see page 18.
Select “DOLBY DIGITAL,” “MPEG,”
“DTS,” and “48kHz/96kHz PCM” after
setting “DIGITAL OUT” to “ON.”
If you connect a component that is
incompatible with the selected audio signal, a
loud noise (or no sound) may be heard from
the speakers, risking damage to your ears or
speakers.
◆ DOLBY DIGITAL (DVD VIDEO/DVD-VR
mode only)
Selects the type of Dolby Digital signal.
mode only)
Selects the type of Dolby Digital signal.
◆ MPEG (DVD VIDEO/DVD-VR mode only)
Selects the type of MPEG audio signal.
Selects the type of MPEG audio signal.
◆ DTS
Selects whether or not to output DTS signals.
Selects whether or not to output DTS signals.
◆ 48kHz/96kHz PCM (DVD VIDEO only)
Selects the sampling frequency of the audio
signal.
Selects the sampling frequency of the audio
signal.
Note
The analogue audio signals from the LINE OUT L/
R (AUDIO) jacks are not affected by this setting
and keep their original sampling frequency level.
R (AUDIO) jacks are not affected by this setting
and keep their original sampling frequency level.
D-PCM
Select this when the player is
connected to an audio
component without a built-in
Dolby Digital decoder. You can
select whether the signals
conform to Dolby Surround
(Pro Logic) or not by making
adjustments to the
“DOWNMIX” item in
“AUDIO SETUP” (page 66).
connected to an audio
component without a built-in
Dolby Digital decoder. You can
select whether the signals
conform to Dolby Surround
(Pro Logic) or not by making
adjustments to the
“DOWNMIX” item in
“AUDIO SETUP” (page 66).
DOLBY
DIGITAL
DIGITAL
Select this when the player is
connected to an audio
component with a built-in
Dolby Digital decoder.
connected to an audio
component with a built-in
Dolby Digital decoder.
PCM
Select this when the player is
connected to an audio
component without a built-in
MPEG decoder. If you play
multi-channel MPEG audio
sound tracks, only the Front (L)
and Front (R) signals will be
output from your two front
speakers.
connected to an audio
component without a built-in
MPEG decoder. If you play
multi-channel MPEG audio
sound tracks, only the Front (L)
and Front (R) signals will be
output from your two front
speakers.
MPEG
Select this when the player is
connected to an audio
component with a built-in
MPEG decoder.
connected to an audio
component with a built-in
MPEG decoder.
OFF
Select this when the player is
connected to an audio
component without a built-in
DTS decoder.
connected to an audio
component without a built-in
DTS decoder.
ON
Select this when the player is
connected to an audio
component with a built-in DTS
decoder.
connected to an audio
component with a built-in DTS
decoder.
48kHz/16bit
The audio signals of DVD
VIDEOs are always converted
to 48kHz/16bit.
VIDEOs are always converted
to 48kHz/16bit.
96kHz/24bit
All types of signals including
96kHz/24bit are output in their
original format. However, if the
signal is encrypted for
copyright protection purposes,
the signal is only output as
48kHz/16bit.
96kHz/24bit are output in their
original format. However, if the
signal is encrypted for
copyright protection purposes,
the signal is only output as
48kHz/16bit.
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Additional Information
Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following
difficulties while using the player, use this
troubleshooting guide to help remedy the
problem before requesting repairs. Should
any problem persist, consult your nearest
Sony dealer.
difficulties while using the player, use this
troubleshooting guide to help remedy the
problem before requesting repairs. Should
any problem persist, consult your nearest
Sony dealer.
Power
The power is not turned on.
, Check that the mains lead is connected
securely.
Picture
There is no picture/picture noise appears.
, Re-connect the connecting cord securely.
, The connecting cords are damaged.
, Check the connection to your TV (page 15)
and switch the input selector on your TV so
that the signal from the player appears on
the TV screen.
that the signal from the player appears on
the TV screen.
, The disc is dirty or flawed.
, If the picture output from your player goes
through your VCR to get to your TV or if
you are connected to a combination TV/
VIDEO player, the copy-protection signal
applied to some DVD programmes could
affect picture quality. If you still experience
problems even when you connect your
player directly to your TV, try connecting
your player to your TV’s S VIDEO input
(page 15).
you are connected to a combination TV/
VIDEO player, the copy-protection signal
applied to some DVD programmes could
affect picture quality. If you still experience
problems even when you connect your
player directly to your TV, try connecting
your player to your TV’s S VIDEO input
(page 15).
, The disc is recorded in a colour system that
is different from your TV.
, You have selected “PROGRESSIVE
AUTO” or “PROGRESSIVE VIDEO”
using the PROGRESSIVE button on the
front panel (the PROGRESSIVE indicator
lights up) even though your TV cannot
accept the progressive signal. In this case,
select “NORMAL (INTERLACE)” so that
the PROGRESSIVE indicator turns off.
using the PROGRESSIVE button on the
front panel (the PROGRESSIVE indicator
lights up) even though your TV cannot
accept the progressive signal. In this case,
select “NORMAL (INTERLACE)” so that
the PROGRESSIVE indicator turns off.
, If the colour system of your player does not
match with that of your TV, change the
colour system of the player. For details, see
page 16. (You cannot change the colour
system of the DVD disc itself.)
colour system of the player. For details, see
page 16. (You cannot change the colour
system of the DVD disc itself.)
, Even if your TV is compatible with
progressive format 525p/625p signals, the
image may be affected when you set the
player to progressive format. In this case,
select “NORMAL (INTERLACE)” using
the PROGRESSIVE button on the front
panel so that the PROGRESSIVE indicator
turns off and the player is set to normal
(interlace) format.
image may be affected when you set the
player to progressive format. In this case,
select “NORMAL (INTERLACE)” using
the PROGRESSIVE button on the front
panel so that the PROGRESSIVE indicator
turns off and the player is set to normal
(interlace) format.
The picture does not fill the screen, even
though the aspect ratio is set in “TV TYPE”
under “SCREEN SETUP.”
though the aspect ratio is set in “TV TYPE”
under “SCREEN SETUP.”
, The aspect ratio of the disc is fixed on your
DVD.
Sound
There is no sound.
, Re-connect the connecting cord securely.
, The connecting cord is damaged.
, The player is connected to the wrong input
jack on the amplifier (receiver) (page 18).
, The amplifier (receiver) input is not
correctly set.
, The player is in pause mode or in Slow-
motion Play mode.
, The player is in fast forward or fast reverse
mode.
, If the audio signal does not come through
the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or
COAXIAL) jack, check the audio settings
(page 66).
COAXIAL) jack, check the audio settings
(page 66).
, While playing a Super VCD on which the
audio track 2 is not recorded, no sound will
come out when you select “2:STEREO,”
“2:1/L,” or “2:2/R.”
come out when you select “2:STEREO,”
“2:1/L,” or “2:2/R.”
, When playing multichannel MPEG audio
soundtracks, only the Front (L) and Front
(R) signals will be output from two front
speakers.
(R) signals will be output from two front
speakers.
Sound distortion occurs.
, Set “AUDIO ATT” in “AUDIO SETUP” to
“ON” (page 66).
The sound volume is low.
, The sound volume is low on some DVDs.
The sound volume may improve if you set
“AUDIO DRC” in “AUDIO SETUP” to
“TV MODE” (page 66).
“AUDIO DRC” in “AUDIO SETUP” to
“TV MODE” (page 66).
, Set “AUDIO ATT” in “AUDIO SETUP” to
“OFF” (page 66).
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Additional Information
Operation
The remote does not function.
, The batteries in the remote are weak.
, There are obstacles between the remote and
the player.
, The distance between the remote and the
player is too far.
, The remote is not pointed at the remote
sensor on the player.
The disc does not play.
, The disc is turned over.
Insert the disc with the playback side facing
down.
down.
, The disc is skewed.
, The player cannot play certain discs
(page 6).
, The region code on the DVD does not match
the player.
, Moisture has condensed inside the player
(page 3).
, The player cannot play a recorded disc that
is not correctly finalized (page 7).
The MP3 audio track cannot be played
(page 48).
(page 48).
, The DATA CD is not recorded in an MP3
format that conforms to ISO 9660 Level 1/
Level 2 or Joliet.
Level 2 or Joliet.
, The DATA DVD is not recorded in MP3
format that conforms to UDF (Universal
Disk Format).
Disk Format).
, The MP3 audio track does not have the
extension “.MP3.”
, The data is not formatted in MP3 even
though it has the extension “.MP3.”
, The data is not MPEG-1 Audio Layer III
data.
, The player cannot play audio tracks in
mp3PRO format.
, “MODE (MP3, JPEG)” is set to “IMAGE
(JPEG)” (page 51).
, The DATA CD/DATA DVD contains a
DivX video file.
The JPEG image file cannot be played
(page 48).
(page 48).
, The DATA CD is not recorded in a JPEG
format that conforms to ISO 9660 Level 1/
Level 2, or Joliet.
Level 2, or Joliet.
, The DATA DVD is not recorded in JPEG
format that conforms to UDF (Universal
Disk Format).
Disk Format).
, The file has an extension other than
“.JPEG” or “.JPG.”
, The image is larger than 3072 (width)
×
2048 (height) in normal mode, or more than
3,300,000 pixels in progressive JPEG.
(Some progressive JPEG files cannot be
displayed even if the file size is within this
specified capacity.)
3,300,000 pixels in progressive JPEG.
(Some progressive JPEG files cannot be
displayed even if the file size is within this
specified capacity.)
, The image does not fit the screen (the image
is reduced).
, “MODE (MP3, JPEG)” is set to “AUDIO
(MP3)” (page 51).
, The DATA CD/DATA DVD contains a
DivX video file.
The MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image
files start playing simultaneously.
files start playing simultaneously.
, “MODE (MP3, JPEG)” is set to “AUTO”
(page 51).
The DivX video file cannot be played.
, The file is not created in DivX format.
, The file has an extension other than “.AVI”
or “.DIVX.”
, The DATA CD (DivX video)/DATA DVD
(DivX video) is not created in a DivX
format that conforms to ISO 9660 Level 1/
Level 2 or Joliet/UDF.
format that conforms to ISO 9660 Level 1/
Level 2 or Joliet/UDF.
, The DivX video file is larger than 720
(width) × 576 (height).
The album/track/file names are not
displayed correctly.
displayed correctly.
, The player can only display numbers and
alphabet. Other characters are displayed as
“*”.
“*”.
The disc does not start playing from the
beginning.
beginning.
, Programme Play, Shuffle Play, Repeat Play,
or A-B Repeat Play is selected (page 27).
, Resume play has taken effect (page 24).
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The player starts playing the disc
automatically.
automatically.
, The disc features an auto playback function.
, “AUTO PLAY” in “CUSTOM SETUP” is
set to “ON” (page 64).
Playback stops automatically.
, While playing discs with an auto pause
signal, the player stops playback at the auto
pause signal.
pause signal.
Some functions such as Stop, Search, Fast
Play, Slow Play, Slow-motion Play,
Repeat Play, Shuffle Play, or Programme
Play cannot be performed.
Play, Slow Play, Slow-motion Play,
Repeat Play, Shuffle Play, or Programme
Play cannot be performed.
, Depending on the disc, you may not be able
to do some of the operations above. Refer to
the operating manual that comes with the
disc.
the operating manual that comes with the
disc.
The language for the sound track cannot
be changed.
be changed.
, Try using the DVD’s menu instead of the
direct selection button on the remote
(page 25).
(page 25).
, Multilingual tracks are not recorded on the
DVD being played.
, The DVD prohibits the changing of the
language for the sound track.
The subtitle language cannot be changed
or turned off.
or turned off.
, Try using the DVD’s menu instead of the
direct selection button on the remote
(page 25).
(page 25).
, Multilingual subtitles are not recorded on
the DVD being played.
, The DVD prohibits the changing of
subtitles.
The angles cannot be changed.
, Try using the DVD’s menu instead of the
direct selection button on the remote
(page 25).
(page 25).
, Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD
being played.
, The angle can only be changed when the
“
” indicator lights up on the front panel
display (page 9).
, The DVD prohibits changing of the angles.
The player does not operate properly.
, When static electricity, etc., causes the
player to operate abnormally, unplug the
player.
player.
5 numbers or letters are displayed on the
screen and on the front panel display.
screen and on the front panel display.
, The self-diagnosis function was activated.
(See the table on page 71.)
The disc tray does not open and “LOCKED”
appears on the front panel display.
appears on the front panel display.
, Child Lock is set (page 23).
The disc tray does not open and “TRAY
LOCKED” appears on the front panel
display.
LOCKED” appears on the front panel
display.
, Contact your Sony dealer or local
authorized Sony service facility.
“Data error” appears on the TV screen
when playing a DATA CD or DATA DVD.
when playing a DATA CD or DATA DVD.
, The MP3 audio track/JPEG image file/
DivX video file you want to play is broken.
, The data is not MPEG-1 Audio Layer III
data.
, The JPEG image file format does not
conform to DCF (page 46).
, The JPEG image file has the extension
“.JPG” or “.JPEG,” but is not in JPEG
format.
format.
, The file you want to play has the extension
“.AVI” or “.DIVX,” but is not in DivX
format, or is in DivX format but does not
conform to a DivX Certified profile.
format, or is in DivX format but does not
conform to a DivX Certified profile.
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Additional Information
Self-diagnosis Function
(When letters/numbers appear in the
display)
When the self-diagnosis function is activated
to prevent the player from malfunctioning, a
five-character service number (e.g., C 13 50)
with a combination of a letter and four digits
appears on the screen and the front panel
display. In this case, check the following
table.
to prevent the player from malfunctioning, a
five-character service number (e.g., C 13 50)
with a combination of a letter and four digits
appears on the screen and the front panel
display. In this case, check the following
table.
Glossary
Album (page 48, 54)
A unit in which to store DivX video files,
JPEG image files or MP3 audio tracks on a
DATA CD/DATA DVD. (“Album” is an
exclusive definition for this player.)
A unit in which to store DivX video files,
JPEG image files or MP3 audio tracks on a
DATA CD/DATA DVD. (“Album” is an
exclusive definition for this player.)
Chapter (page 9)
Sections of a picture or a music feature that
are smaller than titles. A title is composed of
several chapters. Depending on the disc, no
chapters may be recorded.
Sections of a picture or a music feature that
are smaller than titles. A title is composed of
several chapters. Depending on the disc, no
chapters may be recorded.
DivX
®
(page 53)
Digital video technology created by DivX,
Inc. Videos encoded with DivX technology
are among the highest quality with a
relatively small file size.
Inc. Videos encoded with DivX technology
are among the highest quality with a
relatively small file size.
Dolby Digital (page 19, 67)
Digital audio compression technology
developed by Dolby Laboratories. This
technology conforms to multi-channel
surround sound. The rear channel is stereo
and there is a discrete subwoofer channel in
this format. Dolby Digital provides the same
discrete channels of high quality digital audio
found in “Dolby Digital” theatre surround
sound systems. Good channel separation is
realized because all of the channel data is
recorded discretely and little deterioration is
realized because all channel data processing
is digital.
Digital audio compression technology
developed by Dolby Laboratories. This
technology conforms to multi-channel
surround sound. The rear channel is stereo
and there is a discrete subwoofer channel in
this format. Dolby Digital provides the same
discrete channels of high quality digital audio
found in “Dolby Digital” theatre surround
sound systems. Good channel separation is
realized because all of the channel data is
recorded discretely and little deterioration is
realized because all channel data processing
is digital.
DTS (page 19, 67)
Digital audio compression technology that
Digital Theater Systems, Inc. developed. This
technology conforms to multi-channel
surround sound. The rear channel is stereo
and there is a discrete subwoofer channel in
this format. DTS provides the same discrete
channels of high quality digital audio.
Good channel separation is realized because
all of the channel data is recorded discretely
and little deterioration is realized because all
channel data processing is digital.
Digital audio compression technology that
Digital Theater Systems, Inc. developed. This
technology conforms to multi-channel
surround sound. The rear channel is stereo
and there is a discrete subwoofer channel in
this format. DTS provides the same discrete
channels of high quality digital audio.
Good channel separation is realized because
all of the channel data is recorded discretely
and little deterioration is realized because all
channel data processing is digital.
First three
characters of
the service
number
characters of
the service
number
Cause and/or corrective
action
action
C 13
The disc is dirty or recorded
in a format that this player
cannot play (page 6).
in a format that this player
cannot play (page 6).
,Clean the disc with a
cleaning cloth or check its
format (page 2).
format (page 2).
C 31
The disc is not inserted
correctly.
correctly.
,Re-insert the disc
correctly.
E XX
(xx is a number)
To prevent a malfunction, the
player has performed the
self-diagnosis function.
player has performed the
self-diagnosis function.
,Contact your nearest
Sony dealer or local
authorized Sony service
facility and give the 5-
character service number.
Example: E 61 10
authorized Sony service
facility and give the 5-
character service number.
Example: E 61 10
C:13:50
,continued
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DVD VIDEO (page 5)
A disc that contains up to 8 hours of moving
pictures even though its diameter is the same
as a CD.
The data capacity of a single-layer and single-
sided DVD is 4.7 GB (Giga Byte), which is 7
times that of a CD. The data capacity of a
double-layer and single-sided DVD is 8.5
GB, a single-layer and double-sided DVD is
9.4 GB, and double-layer and double-sided
DVD is 17 GB.
The picture data uses the MPEG 2 format, a
worldwide standard of digital compression
technology. The picture data is compressed to
about 1/40 (average) of its original size. The
DVD also uses a variable rate coding
technology that changes the data to be
allocated according to the status of the
picture. Audio information is recorded in a
multi-channel format, such as Dolby Digital,
allowing you to enjoy a more realistic audio
presence.
Furthermore, various advanced functions
such as the multi-angle, multilingual, and
Parental Control functions are provided with
the DVD.
A disc that contains up to 8 hours of moving
pictures even though its diameter is the same
as a CD.
The data capacity of a single-layer and single-
sided DVD is 4.7 GB (Giga Byte), which is 7
times that of a CD. The data capacity of a
double-layer and single-sided DVD is 8.5
GB, a single-layer and double-sided DVD is
9.4 GB, and double-layer and double-sided
DVD is 17 GB.
The picture data uses the MPEG 2 format, a
worldwide standard of digital compression
technology. The picture data is compressed to
about 1/40 (average) of its original size. The
DVD also uses a variable rate coding
technology that changes the data to be
allocated according to the status of the
picture. Audio information is recorded in a
multi-channel format, such as Dolby Digital,
allowing you to enjoy a more realistic audio
presence.
Furthermore, various advanced functions
such as the multi-angle, multilingual, and
Parental Control functions are provided with
the DVD.
DVD-RW (page 5)
A DVD-RW is a recordable and rewritable
disc that is the same size as a DVD VIDEO.
The DVD-RW has two different modes: VR
mode and Video mode. DVD-RWs created in
Video mode have the same format as a DVD
VIDEO, while discs created in VR (Video
Recording) mode allow the contents to be
programmed or edited.
A DVD-RW is a recordable and rewritable
disc that is the same size as a DVD VIDEO.
The DVD-RW has two different modes: VR
mode and Video mode. DVD-RWs created in
Video mode have the same format as a DVD
VIDEO, while discs created in VR (Video
Recording) mode allow the contents to be
programmed or edited.
DVD+RW (page 5)
A DVD+RW (plus RW) is a recordable and
rewritable disc. DVD+RWs use a recording
format that is comparable to the DVD VIDEO
format.
A DVD+RW (plus RW) is a recordable and
rewritable disc. DVD+RWs use a recording
format that is comparable to the DVD VIDEO
format.
File (page 47, 53)
A JPEG image or DivX video recorded on a
DATA CD/DATA DVD (“File” is an
exclusive definition for this player.) A single
file consists of a single image or movie.
A JPEG image or DivX video recorded on a
DATA CD/DATA DVD (“File” is an
exclusive definition for this player.) A single
file consists of a single image or movie.
Film based software, Video based
software (page 17)
software (page 17)
DVDs can be classified as Film based or
Video based software. Film based DVDs
contain the same images (24 frames per
second) that are shown at movie theatres.
Video based DVDs, such as television
dramas or sit-coms, displays images at 30
frames/60 fields (25 frames/50 fields) per
second.
Video based software. Film based DVDs
contain the same images (24 frames per
second) that are shown at movie theatres.
Video based DVDs, such as television
dramas or sit-coms, displays images at 30
frames/60 fields (25 frames/50 fields) per
second.
MPEG audio (page 19, 67)
International standard coding system used to
compress audio digital signals authorized by
ISO/IEC. MPEG 1 conforms to up to 2-
channel stereo. MPEG 2, used on DVDs,
conforms to up to 7.1-channel surround.
International standard coding system used to
compress audio digital signals authorized by
ISO/IEC. MPEG 1 conforms to up to 2-
channel stereo. MPEG 2, used on DVDs,
conforms to up to 7.1-channel surround.
Normal (Interlace) format (page 17)
Normal (Interlace) format shows every other
line of an image as a single “field” and is the
standard method for displaying images on
television. The even number field shows the
even numbered lines of an image, and the odd
numbered field shows the odd numbered lines
of an image.
Normal (Interlace) format shows every other
line of an image as a single “field” and is the
standard method for displaying images on
television. The even number field shows the
even numbered lines of an image, and the odd
numbered field shows the odd numbered lines
of an image.
Progressive format (page 17)
Compared to the Interlace format that
alternately shows every other line of an image
(field) to create one frame, the Progressive
format shows the entire image at once as a
single frame. This means that while the
Interlace format can show 25 or 30 frames
(50-60 fields) in one second, the Progressive
format can show 50-60 frames in one second.
The overall picture quality increases and still
images, text, and horizontal lines appear
sharper. This player is compatible with the
525 or 625 progressive format.
Compared to the Interlace format that
alternately shows every other line of an image
(field) to create one frame, the Progressive
format shows the entire image at once as a
single frame. This means that while the
Interlace format can show 25 or 30 frames
(50-60 fields) in one second, the Progressive
format can show 50-60 frames in one second.
The overall picture quality increases and still
images, text, and horizontal lines appear
sharper. This player is compatible with the
525 or 625 progressive format.
Progressive JPEG
Progressive JPEGs are used mostly on the
internet. They are different from other JPEGs
in that they “fade in” gradually instead of
being drawn from top to bottom when
displayed on a browser. This lets you view the
image while it is being downloaded.
Progressive JPEGs are used mostly on the
internet. They are different from other JPEGs
in that they “fade in” gradually instead of
being drawn from top to bottom when
displayed on a browser. This lets you view the
image while it is being downloaded.
Title (page 9)
The longest section of a picture or music
feature on a DVD, movie, etc., in video
software, or the entire album in audio
software.
The longest section of a picture or music
feature on a DVD, movie, etc., in video
software, or the entire album in audio
software.
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Additional Information
Specifications
System
Laser: Semiconductor laser
Signal format system: PAL/NTSC (See
Laser: Semiconductor laser
Signal format system: PAL/NTSC (See
page 16 to switch)
Audio characteristics
Frequency response: DVD VIDEO (PCM
Frequency response: DVD VIDEO (PCM
96 kHz): 2 Hz to 44 kHz (±1.0 dB)/DVD
VIDEO (PCM 48 kHz): 2 Hz to 22 kHz
(±0.5 dB)/CD: 2 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.5 dB)
VIDEO (PCM 48 kHz): 2 Hz to 22 kHz
(±0.5 dB)/CD: 2 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.5 dB)
Signal-to-noise ratio (S/N ratio): 115 dB
(LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks only)
Harmonic distortion: 0.003 %
Dynamic range: DVD VIDEO: 103 dB/
Dynamic range: DVD VIDEO: 103 dB/
CD: 99 dB
Wow and flutter: Less than detected value
(±0.001% W PEAK)
Outputs
(Jack name: Jack type/Output level/Load
(Jack name: Jack type/Output level/Load
impedance)
LINE OUT (AUDIO): Phono jack/2 Vrms/
10 kilohms
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL): Optical
output jack/–18 dBm (wave length
660 nm)
660 nm)
DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL): Phono jack/
0.5 Vp-p/75 ohms
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, P
B
/C
B
,
P
R
/C
R
): Phono jack/Y: 1.0 Vp-p, P
B
/C
B
,
P
R
/ C
R
: 0.7 Vp-p/75 ohms
LINE OUT (VIDEO): Phono jack/1.0 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
0.286 Vp-p (NTSC)/75 ohms
General
Power requirements:
Power requirements:
Taiwan model: 110 V AC, 60 Hz
Models for other areas: 110 – 240 V AC,
50/60 Hz
See page 2 for further information.
Models for other areas: 110 – 240 V AC,
50/60 Hz
See page 2 for further information.
Power consumption: 9 W
Dimensions (approx.):
Dimensions (approx.):
430
× 43 × 208 mm (width/height/depth)
incl. projecting parts
Mass (approx.): 1.72 kg
Operating temperature: 5
Operating temperature: 5
° C to 35 ° C
Operating humidity: 25 % to 80 %
Supplied accessories
See page 14.
See page 14.
Specifications and design are subject to
change without notice.
change without notice.
E
NERGY
S
TAR
R
is a U.S. registered mark.
As an
E
NERGY
S
TAR
R
Partner, Sony
Corporation has determined that this product
meets the
meets the
E
NERGY
S
TAR
R
guidelines for
energy efficiency.
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DVP-NS36/NS37/NS45P/NS55P/NS61P/NS63P
Note: Follow the disassembly procedure in the numerical order given.
2-1. UPPER CASE
SECTION 2
DISASSEMBLY
2-2. FRONT PANEL ASSEMBLY
4
Two Tapping Screws
3
Tray Cover
5
Three Tapping Screws
2
1
Chassis Back
5
Claw
1
Claw
4
Claw
2
Claw
8
Front Panel Assembly
e
e
3
Claw
6
FSW-001 Flat Flexible Cable
(CN001,
7P)
7
Three Screws
+BVTP2.6
(3CR)
9
SW-468 Board
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