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Disc logo

Contents

Disc size

Play time

“DVD VIDEO” logo is a trademark.

When you play an NTSC disc, this player outputs the video signal in the NTSC system only.  In this case, if your TV is a PAL system mode,
the picture becomes noisy.

DVDs labeled 

 will be also played on this unit.

If you try to play any other DVD, the message “Playing this disc prohibited by area limits.” will

appear on the TV screen.

Depending on the DVD, no region code indication may be labeled even though playing the DVD is prohibited by the area limits.

Some playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs may be intentionally fixed by software producers.  Since this player plays DVDs

and VIDEO CDs according to the disc contents the software producers designed, some playback features may not be available. Also

refer to the instructions supplied with the DVDs or VIDEO CDs.

• Instructions in this manual describe the controls on the player.

You can also use the controls on the remote if they have the
same or similar names as those on the player.

• The icons on the right are used in this manual:

Z

z

Indicates that you can use only the remote
to do the task.

Indicates tips and hints for making the
task easier.

Indicates the functions for DVD VIDEOs.

Indicates the functions for VIDEO CDs.

Indicates the functions for Audio CDs.

Audio + Video

Audio + Video

Audio

About 4 h (for
single-sided
DVD)/
about 8 h (for
double-sided
DVD)

About 80 min.
(for
single-sided
DVD)/
about 160 min.
(for
double-sided
DVD)

12 cm

8 cm

74 min.

12 cm

20 min.

8 cm

(CD single)

20 min.

8 cm

74 min.

12 cm

MODEL NO.

DVP–8306 

CD/DVD PLAYER

AC 110V 60Hz

22W

NO. 

SONY CORPORATION

MADE IN JAPAN

3-444-464-01

X

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The longest sections of a picture or a music piece on a DVD; a
movie, etc., for a picture piece on a video software; or an
album, etc., for a music piece on an audio software. Each title is
assigned a title number enabling you to locate the title you
want.

Sections of a picture or a music piece that are smaller than
titles.  A title is composed of several chapters.  Each chapter is
assigned a chapter number enabling you to locate the chapter
you want.  Depending on the disc, no chapters may be
recorded.

Sections of a picture or a music piece on a VIDEO CD or a CD.
Each track is assigned a track number enabling you to locate
the track you want.

A number that divides a track into sections to easily locate the
point you want  on a VIDEO CD or a CD.  Depending on the
disc, no indexes may be recorded.

On a VIDEO CD with PBC functions, the menu screens,
moving pictures and still pictures are divided into sections
called “scenes.”  Each scene is assigned a scene number
enabling you to locate the scene you want.

This player conforms to Ver. 1.1 and Ver. 2.0 of VIDEO CD
standards. You can enjoy two kinds of playback according to the
disc type.

VIDEO CDs
without PBC
functions
(Ver. 1.1 discs)

VIDEO CDs with
PBC functions
(Ver. 2.0 discs)

When playing DTS*-encoded CDs, excessive noise will be heard
from the analog stereo outputs. To avoid possible damage to the
audio system, the consumer should take proper precautions
when the analog stereo outputs of the DVD player are connected
to an amplification system. To enjoy DTS Digital Surround™
playback, an external 5.1-channel DTS Digital Surround™
decoder system must be connected to the digital output of the
DVD player.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is
protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other
intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation
and other rights owners.  Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and
is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless
otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation.  Reverse
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

* “DTS” is a trademark of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

Enjoy video playback (moving pictures)
as well as music.

Play interactive software using menu
screens displayed on the TV screen (PBC
Playback), in addition to the video
playback functions of Ver 1.1 discs.
Moreover, you can play high-resolution
still pictures, if they are included on the
disc.

The player cannot play discs other than the ones listed in the
table on page 4.  CD-R, CD-ROMs including PHOTO CDs, data
sections in CD-EXTRAs, DVD-ROMs etc., cannot be played.

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On safety
• Caution – The use of optical instruments with this

product will increase eye hazard.

• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet,

unplug the player and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any further.

On power sources
• The player is not disconnected from the AC power

source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall
outlet, even if the player itself has been turned off.

• If you are not going to use the player for a long time, be

sure to disconnect the player from the wall outlet. To
disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead), grasp the
plug itself;  never pull the cord.

• Should the AC power cord (mains lead) need to be

changed, have it done at a qualified service shop only.

On placement
• Place the player in a location with adequate ventilation

to prevent heat build-up in the player.

• Do not place the player on a soft surface such as a rug

that might block the ventilation holes on the bottom.

• Do not place the player in a location near heat sources,

or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or
mechanical shock.

On operation
• If the player is brought directly from a cold to a warm

location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture
may condense on the lenses inside the player. Should
this occur, the player may not operate properly. In this
case, remove the disc and leave the player turned on for
about half an hour until the moisture evaporates.

On adjusting volume
• Do not turn up the volume while listening to a portion

with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you
do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level
portion is played.

On cleaning
• Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth

slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do
not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or
solvent such as alcohol or benzine.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your
player, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

IMPORTANT NOTICE
Caution: The enclosed DVD player is capable of
holding a still video image or On screen display
image on your television screen indefinitely.  If you
leave the still video image or On screen display image
displayed on your TV for an extended period of time
you risk permanent damage to your television screen.
Projection televisions are very susceptible.

On handling discs
• Do not use irregularly shaped CDs such as heart- or

star-shaped CD as they may cause the player to
malfunction.

• To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do

not touch the surface.

• Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.

If there is glue (or a similar substance) on the disc,
remove the glue completely before using the disc.

• Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources

such as hot air ducts, or leave it in a car parked in direct
sunlight as there can be considerable rise in temperature
inside the car.

• After playing, store the disc in its case.

On cleaning
• Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning cloth.

Wipe the disc from the center out.

• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner,

commercially available cleaners or anti-static spray
intended for vinyl LPs.

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Check that you have the following items:
• Audio/video connecting cord (1)
• S video cord (1)
• Remote commander (remote) RMT-D113P (1)
• R6 (Size AA) batteries (2)

You can control the player using the supplied remote.
Insert two R6 (Size AA) batteries by matching the + and –
on the batteries. When using the remote, point it at the
remote sensor g on the player.

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remote
See page 71.

Notes
• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place.
• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing,

particularly when replacing the batteries.

• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting

apparatuses. Doing so may cause a malfunction.

• If you will not use the remote for an extended period of time,

remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery
leakage and corrosion.

Before transporting the player, follow the procedure
below to return the internal mechanisms to their original
positions.

Close the front panel.
Make sure that “NO DISC” appears in the front panel
display.

1/u to turn off the

This section describes how to hook up
the CD/DVD player to a TV (with
audio/video input jacks) and/or an
AV receiver (amplifier).  You cannot
connect this player to a TV which
does not have a video input
connector.  Be sure to turn off the
power of each component before
making the connections.

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5.1CH OUTPUT

L

FRONT

REAR CENTER

R – AUDIO – L

OPTICAL COAXIAL

PCM/MPEG/DTS/

DOLBY DIGITAL(AC-3)

VIDEO

WOOFER

LINE OUTPUT

T

EURO AV 1 (RGB) - TV

DIGITAL OUTPUT MEGA

CONTROL

S VIDEO

OUTPUT

AUDIO

INPUT

R

L

R

i

EURO AV 2

Ú EURO

This connection is for listening to the sound through TV
speakers (2ch – L, R).  Refer to the instructions supplied
with the component to be connected.  You cannot connect
this player to a TV without an EURO AV (SCART)
connector or a video input connector.

EURO-AV (SCART) connecting cord (not supplied) (2)
Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid hum and noise.
Refer to the instructions supplied with the TV to be connected.

Notes
• When you set “EURO AV OUT” to “S VIDEO” or “RGB” under

“CUSTOM SETUP” in the setup display, use the EURO AV
(SCART) connecting cord conformed to each signal.

• When you connect using the EURO-AV connecting cord,

confirm that the TV corresponds to S VIDEO or RGB.  Refer to
the instructions supplied with the TV to be connected.

: EURO

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R – AUDIO – L

VIDEO

LINE OUTPUT

S VIDEO

OUTPUT

INPUT

S VIDEO IN

AUDIO

R

L

EURO AV 1 (RGB) – TV

EURO AV 2

EURO AV

EURO AV

EURO AV

You can connect the player to a TV (with audio/video input
jacks) using the supplied audio/video connecting cord.  If your
TV has an S video input connector, connect the component via
the S VIDEO OUTPUT connector using the S video cord
(supplied) instead of the video connecting cord. You will get a
better picture.  When connecting the cords, be sure to match the
color-coded cord to the appropriate jacks on the components:
Yellow (video) to Yellow, Red (right) to Red and White (left) to
White.

pTo listen to the sound through TV speakers

pIf your TV has no S video input connector
Connect the component via the VIDEO INPUT connector using
the video connecting cord (not supplied) instead of the S video
cord.

R – AUDIO – L

VIDEO

LINE OUTPUT

INPUT

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Notes
•  Refer to the instructions supplied with the component to be

connected.

• Do not connect this player to a video deck.  If you view the

pictures on your TV after making the connections shown
below, a picture noise may appear.

• Depending on the TV or receiver (amplifier), sound distortion

may occur because the audio output level is high.  In this case,
set “AUDIO ATT” in “AUDIO SETUP” to “ON” in the setup
display.  For details, see page 66.

• If you cannot view the pictures from a VCR through this player

which is connected to a TV with RGB, set 

 to 

…(Audio/

Video) on your TV.  When you select 

(RGB), the TV cannot

receive the signal from the VCR.

• If you want to use SmartLink function of a VCR, connect the

VCR to a TV with the connector conformed to SmartLink
function and connect the CD/DVD player to the TV with
another connector.

Some setups are necessary for the player depending on
the TV or other components to be connected.
Use the setup display to change the various settings.
For details on using the setup display, see page 57.

• To connect the player to a wide-screen TV

In the setup display, set “TV TYPE” in “SCREEN
SETUP” to “16:9”  (default setting).  For details, see
page 61.

• To connect the player to a normal TV

In the setup display, set “TV TYPE” in “SCREEN
SETUP” to “4:3 LETTER BOX” or “4:3 PAN SCAN.”
For details, see page 61.

• To connect the player to a TV or VCR via EURO AV

connector that conforms to the S video signals or
RGB signals
In the setup display, set “EURO AV OUT” in “CUSTOM
SETUP” to “S VIDEO” or “RGB.”  For details, see page
62.

This player conforms to the PAL color system.
When you play a disc recorded in the NTSC
color system, the player outputs the video
signal or the setup display etc. in the NTSC
color system and the picture may not appear
on the TV screen.  In this case, open the front
cover and remove the disc.

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5.1CH OUTPUT

L

FRONT

REAR CENTER

R – AUDIO – L

OPTICAL COAXIAL

PCM/MPEG/DTS/

DOLBY DIGITAL(AC-3)

VIDEO

WOOFER

LINE OUTPUT

T

EURO AV 1 (RGB) - TV

DIGITAL OUTPUT MEGA

CONTROL

S VIDEO

OUTPUT

AUDIO

INPUT

R

L

R

i

EURO AV 2

S VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

INPUT

L

R

CD

L

R

This connection is for listening to the sound through
speakers connected to a receiver (amplifier such as an
integrated stereo amplifier, a receiver having a built-in
Dolby Pro Logic decoder, etc.).  Refer to the instructions
supplied with the component to be connected.
You can enjoy 5.1 channel surround sound by connecting
a receiver (amplifier) with 5.1 channel inputs.  See page
50.

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You can use 3D sound imaging to create virtual rear speakers
from the sound of the front speakers (L, R) without using actual
rear speakers (VES: Virtual Enhanced Surround).  For details, see
page 50.

Audio connecting cord (not supplied) (1)
S video cord (supplied) (1)
When connecting the cords, be sure to match the color-coded
cord to the appropriate jacks on the components: Red (right) to
Red and White (left) to White. Be sure to make connections firmly
to avoid hum and noise.

Note
You cannot enjoy the picture with S video signal if your TV is not conformed to the S video signal.  When
your TV does not have S VIDEO input, connect the component via the VIDEO INPUT connector using the
video connecting cord (not supplied) instead of the S video cord.  For details, see page 9.
Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV.

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Connect the component via the DIGITAL OUTPUT OPTICAL or
COAXIAL connector using an optical or coaxial digital
connecting cord (not supplied).
When you play a DVD, set “DIGITAL OUT” in “AUDIO SETUP”
to “ON” and then set “DOLBY DIGITAL” to “D-PCM,“ “MPEG”
to “PCM” and “DTS” to “OFF” in the setup display (page 67).

pWhen using an optical digital connecting cord

pWhen using a coaxial digital connecting cord

Notes
• Refer to the instructions supplied with the component to be

connected.

• You cannot make digital audio recordings of discs recorded in

multichannel surround format directly using an MD deck or
DAT deck.

Connect the component via the DIGITAL OUTPUT OPTICAL or
COAXIAL connector using an optical or coaxial digital
connecting cord (not supplied).

p When you play a DVD that is recorded in DTS format

p When you play a DVD that is recorded in Dolby Digital

p When you play a DVD that is recorded in MPEG format

Notes
•  Refer to the instructions supplied with the component to be

connected.

• When you do not connect an audio component with a

• When you do not connect an audio component with a built

• When you do not connect an audio component with a built

OPTICAL COAXIAL

PCM/MPEG/DTS/

DOLBY DIGITAL(AC-3)

DIGITAL OUTPUT

DIGITAL IN

OPTICAL

DIGITAL IN

COAXIAL

OPTICAL COAXIAL

PCM/MPEG/DTS/

DOLBY DIGITAL(AC-3)

DIGITAL OUTPUT

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Some setups are necessary for the player depending on
the components to be connected.
Use the setup display to change the various settings.
For details on using the setup display, see page 57.

• To listen to the sound through speakers connected

to a receiver (amplifier) having a digital connector or
to output the sound to a digital component such as
a DAT or MD deck
When you play a DVD, set “DIGITAL OUT” in
“AUDIO SETUP” to “ON” and then set “DOLBY
DIGITAL” to “D-PCM,” “MPEG” to “PCM” and “DTS”
to “OFF” in the setup display (page 67).  These are the
default settings.

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Some DVDs have a sound track with up to 5.1 channels
recorded in Dolby* Digital or MPEG AUDIO format.
Using a receiver (amplifier) having 5.1 channel inputs and
the 5 (+1) speakers, you can enjoy more real audio
presence in the comfort of your own home.
“5 channel” stands for the 2 front speakers (Left and
Right), 2 rear speakers (Left and Right) and 1 center
speaker.  The “0.1 channel” (+1) stands for the subwoofer
which outputs the bass.
Even if you have fewer than 5 (+1) speakers, the player
distributes the output signal to the speakers appropriately.
This player has VIRTUAL 3D SURROUND mode.
You can use the 3D sound imaging to shift the sound of
the rear speakers away from the actual speaker position
(VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT) or to create 3 sets of virtual rear
speakers from 1 set of actual rear speakers (VIRTUAL
MULTI REAR).   For details on the VIRTUAL 3D
SURROUND mode, see page 50.

Note
When a DVD has a sound track with 7.1 channels recorded in
MPEG AUDIO format, the output audio signals are mixed down
to 5.1 channels.

For the best possible surround sound, we recommend the
following conditions.
• Use higher performance speakers.
• Use rear and center speakers that match your front

speakers in size and performance.

• All speakers should be the same distance from the

listening position.

• Place the subwoofer between the front (L, R) speakers if

possible.

Note
Do not place the center or rear speakers farther away from the
listening position than the front speakers.

Audio cords (not supplied)
Two for the 5.1CH OUTPUT FRONT and REAR jacks

Monaural audio cords (not supplied)
Two for the 5.1CH OUTPUT CENTER and WOOFER jacks

S video cord (supplied)
One for the S VIDEO OUTPUT  jacks

Notes
• Do not connect the power cord to an AC outlet or press the

POWER switch before completing all connections.

• The cord connectors should be fully inserted into the jacks.

Loose connection may cause hum and noise.

• Jacks and plugs of the connecting cords are color-coded as

follows:
Red jacks and plugs: Right audio channel
White jacks and plugs: Left audio channel
You can use either red or white cables to connect the center
speaker and subwoofer.

• When you connect the component via the DIGITAL OUTPUT

OPTICAL or COAXIAL connector using an optical or coaxial
digital connecting cord (not supplied), see page 12.

Some setups are necessary for the player depending on
the components to be connected.
Use the setup display or the Control Menu display to
change the various settings.
For details on using the setup display, see page 57.
For details on enjoying Digital Cinema Sound, see page
50.

• To enjoy Dolby Digital or MPEG AUDIO surround

sound by connecting the player to a receiver
(amplifier) with 5.1 channel inputs
Set each speaker position or distance, etc.  See page 69.

* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

“Dolby,” “AC-3,” “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol a are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Confidential Unpublished Works.  ©1992-1997 Dolby
Laboratories, Inc.  All rights reserved.

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R

L

R

L

R

L

S-VIDEO

IN

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

IN

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

IN

VIDEO

IN

L

R

REC OUT

AUDIO

IN

L

R

L

R

AUDIO

OUT

AUDIO

IN

AUDIO

OUT

AUDIO

IN

FRONT

REAR

WOOFER

CENTER

IN

IN

REC OUT

IN

IN

DVD IN

OPT

DVD IN

COAX

TV/LD IN
AC-3 RF

SIGNAL 
GND

y

TV/LD  IN  OPT

CD  IN  OPT

MD/DAT  OUT  OPT

MD/DAT  IN  OPT

CTRL  A1

L

R

WOOFER

FRONT

REAR

CENTER

S-VIDEO

IN

VIDEO

AUDIO

IN

INPUT

S VIDEO IN

5.1CH OUTPUT

L

FRONT

REAR CENTER

R – AUDIO – L

OPTICAL COAXIAL

PCM/MPEG/DTS/

DOLBY DIGITAL(AC-3)

VIDEO

WOOFER

LINE OUTPUT

T

EURO AV 1 (RGB) - TV

DIGITAL OUTPUT MEGA

CONTROL

S VIDEO

OUTPUT

AUDIO

INPUT

R

L

R

i

EURO AV 2

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You can select the language for the setup display, the
Control Menu display or the messages displayed on the
screen.  The default setting is “ENGLISH.”

Press SET UP and select “LANGUAGE SETUP” using
>/., and then press ENTER.

Select “OSD” using >/., then press / or ENTER.

?/>/.//

Select “FRANÇAIS” using >/., then press ENTER.

To cancel using the setup display
Press SET UP.

Note
The languages you can select are the ones displayed in step 2.
For details, see page 60.

LANGUAGE SETUP

OSD:
DVD MENU:
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:

To set, press                , then            .
To quit, press            .

ENGLISH
ENGLISH

ORIGINAL

AUDIO FOLLOW

ENTER

SETUP

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

0

A

B

C

D

ALL

DVD

CD

-/--

TIME

LANGUAGE SETUP

OSD:
DVD MENU:
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:

To set, press                , then            .
To quit, press            .

ENGLISH

FRANÇAIS

DEUTSCH

ENTER

SETUP

ENGLISH

Pour le réglage, appuyez sur                , puis

ENTER

sur            . Pour quitter, appuyez sur            .

SETUP

CHOIX DE LA LANGUE

ECRANS:
MENU DVD :
AUDIO:
SOUS-TITRE:

FRANÇAIS

ENGLISH

ORIGINAL

IDEM AUDIO

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Notes
• Make sure you have inserted the disc into each slot at a

right angle to the rotary table.  If the disc is not put in
straight, it may damage the player or the disc.

• Make sure the rotary table comes to a complete stop before

inserting or removing discs.

The rotary table turns and the disc slot at the loading
position is set to the playing position.
Always close the front cover except when you insert or
remove discs.

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When you select the disc slot number in Step 4, press DISC SKIP
+/– on the remote.  Ten disc slots each before and after from the
current disc slot number will be skipped.

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Press EASY PLAY in Step 4.  The rotary table turns and slot 1
comes to the loading position.

You can insert up to 200 discs into this player.

1/u (POWER) to turn on the player.

§OPEN.

=/+ dial until you find the disc slot

1/u (POWER)

§OPEN

=/+ dial

§OPEN

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Depending on the DVD or VIDEO CD, some
operations may be different or restricted.   Refer to the
instructions supplied with your disc.

Make settings on your TV.
Turn on the TV and select the video input so that you
can view the pictures from this player.

When using a receiver (amplifier)
Turn on the receiver (amplifier) and select the
appropriate position so that you can listen to the
sound from this player.

1/u (POWER) to turn on the player.

The indicator (red) above the 

1/u (POWER) button

changes to green and the front panel display lights up.

=/+ dial until you find the disc slot

=/+ dial.

·.

The player starts playing back.  Adjust the volume on
the TV or the receiver (amplifier).

This chapter describes how to play a
DVD/CD/VIDEO CD.

1/u (POWER)

§

·

=/+ dial

This player conforms to the PAL color system.
When you play a disc recorded in the NTSC
color system, the player outputs the video
signal or the setup display etc. in the NTSC
color system and the picture may not appear
on the TV screen.  In this case, open the front
cover and remove the disc.

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Notes
• When you insert an 8 cm (3-inch) CD, be sure to attach a Sony

CSA-8 adaptor (not supplied) to the disc.
Do not insert an empty 8 cm (3-inch) CD adaptor (CSA-8).  It
may damage the player.

• Do not attach anything such as seals or sleeves to discs.  It may

damage the player or the disc.

• If you drop a disc into the player and the disc does not go into

the slot correctly, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

• When transporting the player, remove all discs from the player.

Removing discs
After following Steps 1 to 4 of “Inserting Discs” on page
17, remove the discs.  Then close the front cover.