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z Hint
You can also select “TVS” from the Control Menu
(page 12).
You can also select “TVS” from the Control Menu
(page 12).
Notes
• When the playing signal does not contain a signal
for the rear speakers, the surround effects will be
difficult to hear.
difficult to hear.
• When you select one of the TVS modes, turn off
the surround setting of the connected TV or
amplifier (receiver).
amplifier (receiver).
• Make sure that your listening position is between
and at an equal distance from your speakers, and
that the speakers are located in similar
surroundings.
that the speakers are located in similar
surroundings.
• Not all discs will respond to the “TVS NIGHT”
function in the same way.
• When you use the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or
OPTICAL) jack to listen to MPEG audio signals
and set “MPEG” in “AUDIO SETUP” to
“MPEG”, no sound will come from your speakers
if you select one of the TVS modes.
and set “MPEG” in “AUDIO SETUP” to
“MPEG”, no sound will come from your speakers
if you select one of the TVS modes.
L Front speaker (left)
R Front speaker (right)
R Front speaker (right)
Virtual speaker
L
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Enjoying Movies
Changing the Angles
If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene
are recorded on the DVD VIDEO, “
are recorded on the DVD VIDEO, “
”
appears in the front panel display. This means
that you can change the viewing angle.
that you can change the viewing angle.
1
Press
(angle) during
playback.
The number of the angle appears on the
display.
display.
2
Press
(angle) repeatedly to
select the angle number.
The scene changes to the selected angle.
z Hint
You can also select “ANGLE” from the Control
Menu (page 12).
You can also select “ANGLE” from the Control
Menu (page 12).
Note
Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may not be
able to change the angles even if multi-angles are
recorded on the DVD VIDEO.
able to change the angles even if multi-angles are
recorded on the DVD VIDEO.
Displaying the Subtitles
If subtitles are recorded on the discs, you can
change the subtitles or turn them on and off
whenever you want while playing a DVD.
change the subtitles or turn them on and off
whenever you want while playing a DVD.
1
Press
(subtitle) during
playback.
The following display appears.
2
Press
(subtitle) repeatedly to
select the setting.
◆ When playing a DVD VIDEO
Select the language.
Depending on the DVD VIDEO, the
choice of language varies.
When 4 digits are displayed, they
indicate a language code. See “Language
Code List” on page 75 for the language
the code represents.
Select the language.
Depending on the DVD VIDEO, the
choice of language varies.
When 4 digits are displayed, they
indicate a language code. See “Language
Code List” on page 75 for the language
the code represents.
◆ When playing a DVD-RW
Select “ON.”
Select “ON.”
To turn off the subtitles
Select “OFF” in step 2.
Select “OFF” in step 2.
z Hint
You can also select “SUBTITLE” from the Control
Menu (page 12).
You can also select “SUBTITLE” from the Control
Menu (page 12).
Note
Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may not be
able to change the subtitles even if multilingual
subtitles are recorded on it. You also may not be
able to turn them off.
able to change the subtitles even if multilingual
subtitles are recorded on it. You also may not be
able to turn them off.
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Adjusting the Picture
Quality
Quality
(BNR)
The Block Noise Reduction (BNR) function
adjusts the picture quality by reducing the
“block noise” or mosaic like patterns that
appear on your TV screen.
adjusts the picture quality by reducing the
“block noise” or mosaic like patterns that
appear on your TV screen.
1
Press DISPLAY twice during
playback.
The Control Menu appears.
2
Press
X/x to select
(BNR),
then press ENTER.
The options for “BNR” appear.
3
Press
X/x to select a level.
• 1 reduces the “block noise.”
• 2 reduces the “block noise” more than
• 2 reduces the “block noise” more than
1.
• 3 reduces the “block noise” more than
2.
4
Press ENTER.
The disc plays with the setting you
selected.
selected.
To cancel the “BNR” setting
Select “OFF” in step 3.
Select “OFF” in step 3.
To turn off the Control Menu
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control
Menu is turned off.
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control
Menu is turned off.
Notes
• If the outlines of the images on your screen should
become blurred, set “BNR” to “OFF.”
• Depending on the disc or the scene being played,
there may be no “BNR” effect, or it may be hard
to discern.
to discern.
DISPLAY
ENTER
OFF
1
2
3
1
2
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DVD VIDEO
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Adjusting the Playback
Picture
Picture
(CUSTOM PICTURE MODE)
You can adjust the video signal of the DVD or
VIDEO CD from the player to obtain the
picture quality you want. Choose the setting
that best suits the programme you are
watching.
VIDEO CD from the player to obtain the
picture quality you want. Choose the setting
that best suits the programme you are
watching.
1
Press PICTURE MODE during
playback.
playback.
The following display appears.
2
Press PICTURE MODE repeatedly
to select the setting you want.
The default setting is underlined.
• STANDARD displays a standard
• STANDARD displays a standard
picture.
• DYNAMIC 1 produces a bold
dynamic picture by increasing the
picture contrast and the colour
intensity.
picture contrast and the colour
intensity.
• DYNAMIC 2 produces a more
dynamic picture than DYNAMIC 1 by
further increasing the picture contrast
and the colour intensity.
further increasing the picture contrast
and the colour intensity.
• CINEMA 1 enhances details in dark
areas by increasing the black level.
• CINEMA 2 White colours become
brighter and black colours become
richer, and the colour contrast is
increased.
richer, and the colour contrast is
increased.
z Hints
• When you watch a movie, “CINEMA 1” or
• When you watch a movie, “CINEMA 1” or
“CINEMA 2” is recommended.
• You can also select “CUSTOM PICTURE
MODE” from the Control Menu (page 12).
PICTURE
MODE
MODE
DYNAMIC 1
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Enhancing the Playback
Picture
Picture
(DIGITAL VIDEO
ENHANCER)
The Digital Video Enhancer (DVE) function
makes the picture appear clear and crisp by
enhancing the outlines of images on your TV
screen. Also, this function can soften the
images on the screen.
makes the picture appear clear and crisp by
enhancing the outlines of images on your TV
screen. Also, this function can soften the
images on the screen.
1
Press DISPLAY twice during
playback.
The Control Menu appears.
2
Press
X/x to select
(DIGITAL VIDEO ENHANCER), then
press ENTER.
The options for “DIGITAL VIDEO
ENHANCER” appear.
ENHANCER” appear.
3
Press
X/x to select a level.
• 1 enhances the outline.
• 2 enhances the outline more than 1.
• 3 enhances the outline more than 2.
• SOFT softens the image (DVD only).
• 2 enhances the outline more than 1.
• 3 enhances the outline more than 2.
• SOFT softens the image (DVD only).
4
Press ENTER.
The disc plays with the setting you
selected.
selected.
To cancel the “DIGITAL VIDEO
ENHANCER” setting
Select “OFF” in step 3.
ENHANCER” setting
Select “OFF” in step 3.
To turn off the Control Menu
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control
Menu is turned off.
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control
Menu is turned off.
Note
Depending on the disc or the scene being played,
noise found in the disc may become more apparent.
If this happens, it is recommended that you use the
BNR function (page 54) with the DVE function. If
the condition still does not improve, reduce the
Digital Video Enhancer level, or select “SOFT”
(DVD only) in step 3.
noise found in the disc may become more apparent.
If this happens, it is recommended that you use the
BNR function (page 54) with the DVE function. If
the condition still does not improve, reduce the
Digital Video Enhancer level, or select “SOFT”
(DVD only) in step 3.
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Using Various Additional
Functions
Functions
Locking Discs
(CUSTOM
PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL
CONTROL)
You can set two kinds of playback restrictions
for the desired disc.
• Custom Parental Control
for the desired disc.
• Custom Parental Control
You can set playback restrictions so that the
player will not play inappropriate discs.
player will not play inappropriate discs.
• Parental Control
Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be
limited according to a predetermined level
such as the age of the users. Scenes may be
blocked or replaced with different scenes.
limited according to a predetermined level
such as the age of the users. Scenes may be
blocked or replaced with different scenes.
The same password is used for both Parental
Control and Custom Parental Control.
Control and Custom Parental Control.
Custom Parental Control
You can set the same Custom Parental
Control password for up to 40 discs. When
you set the 41st-disc, the first disc is
cancelled.
Control password for up to 40 discs. When
you set the 41st-disc, the first disc is
cancelled.
1
Insert the disc you want to lock.
If the disc is playing, press
If the disc is playing, press
x to stop
playback.
2
Press DISPLAY while the player is in
stop mode.
The Control Menu appears.
stop mode.
The Control Menu appears.
3
Press
X/x to select
(PARENTAL CONTROL), then press
ENTER.
The options for “PARENTAL
CONTROL” appear.
ENTER.
The options for “PARENTAL
CONTROL” appear.
4
Press
X/x to select “ON t,” then
press ENTER.
◆ If you have not entered a password
The display for registering a new
password appears.
The display for registering a new
password appears.
Enter a 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press ENTER.
The display for confirming the password
appears.
number buttons, then press ENTER.
The display for confirming the password
appears.
◆ When you have already registered a
password
The display for entering the password
appears.
password
The display for entering the password
appears.
5
Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password
using the number buttons, then press
ENTER.
“Custom parental control is set.” appears
and then the screen returns to the Control
Menu.
using the number buttons, then press
ENTER.
“Custom parental control is set.” appears
and then the screen returns to the Control
Menu.
DISPLAY
ENTER
Number
buttons
buttons
OFF
PASSWORD
PLAYER
ON
DVD VIDEO
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1 2 ( 2 7 )
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PARENTAL CONTROL
Enter a new 4 d git password hen
press
ENTER
PARENTAL CONTROL
Enter password then press
ENTER
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To turn off the Custom Parental Control
function
function
1
Follow steps 1 to 3 of “Custom Parental
Control.”
Control.”
2
Press
X/x to select “OFF t,” then press
ENTER.
3
Enter your 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press ENTER.
number buttons, then press ENTER.
To play a disc for which Custom Parental
Control is set
Control is set
1
Insert the disc for which Custom Parental
Control is set.
The “CUSTOM PARENTAL
CONTROL” display appears.
Control is set.
The “CUSTOM PARENTAL
CONTROL” display appears.
2
Enter your 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press ENTER.
The player is ready for playback.
number buttons, then press ENTER.
The player is ready for playback.
z Hint
If you forget your password, enter the 6-digit
number “199703” using the number buttons when
the “CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL” display
asks you for your password, then press ENTER.
The display will ask you to enter a new 4-digit
password.
If you forget your password, enter the 6-digit
number “199703” using the number buttons when
the “CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL” display
asks you for your password, then press ENTER.
The display will ask you to enter a new 4-digit
password.
Note
Once you set Custom Parental Control with a
recorded disc such as a DVD-RW, the display for
entering the password may appear again when you
insert a different recorded disc. Input the password
to play the disc.
recorded disc such as a DVD-RW, the display for
entering the password may appear again when you
insert a different recorded disc. Input the password
to play the disc.
Parental Control (limited
playback)
playback)
Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be
limited according to a predetermined level
such as the age of the users. The
“PARENTAL CONTROL” function allows
you to set a playback limitation level.
limited according to a predetermined level
such as the age of the users. The
“PARENTAL CONTROL” function allows
you to set a playback limitation level.
1
Press DISPLAY while the player is in
stop mode.
The Control Menu appears.
stop mode.
The Control Menu appears.
2
Press
X/x to select
(PARENTAL CONTROL), then press
ENTER.
The options for “PARENTAL
CONTROL” appear.
ENTER.
The options for “PARENTAL
CONTROL” appear.
3
Press
X/x to select “PLAYER t,”
then press ENTER.
◆ If you have not entered a password
The display for registering a new
password appears.
The display for registering a new
password appears.
Enter a 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press ENTER.
The display for confirming the password
appears.
number buttons, then press ENTER.
The display for confirming the password
appears.
CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL
Cus om parental control s already
set To play en er your password
set To play en er your password
and press
ENTER
DISPLAY
ENTER
Number
buttons
buttons
OFF
PASSWORD
PLAYER
ON
DVD V DEO
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1 2 ( 2 7 )
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Enter a new 4 dig t password then
press
ENTER
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◆ When you have already registered a
password
The display for entering the password
appears.
password
The display for entering the password
appears.
4
Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password
using the number buttons, then press
ENTER.
The display for setting the playback
limitation level appears.
using the number buttons, then press
ENTER.
The display for setting the playback
limitation level appears.
5
Press
X/x to select “STANDARD,”
then press ENTER.
The selection items for “STANDARD”
are displayed.
The selection items for “STANDARD”
are displayed.
6
Press
X/x to select a geographic area
as the playback limitation level, then
press ENTER.
The area is selected.
When you select “OTHERS
press ENTER.
The area is selected.
When you select “OTHERS
t,” select
and enter a standard code in the table on
page 60 using the number buttons.
page 60 using the number buttons.
7
Press
X/x to select “LEVEL,” then
press ENTER.
The selection items for “LEVEL” are
displayed.
The selection items for “LEVEL” are
displayed.
8
Select the level you want using
X/x,
then press ENTER.
Parental Control setting is complete.
Parental Control setting is complete.
The lower the value, the stricter the
limitation.
limitation.
To turn off the Parental Control function
Set “LEVEL” to “OFF” in step 8.
Set “LEVEL” to “OFF” in step 8.
To play a disc for which Parental Control is
set
set
1
Insert the disc and press
H.
The display for entering your password
appears.
appears.
2
Enter your 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press ENTER.
The player starts playback.
number buttons, then press ENTER.
The player starts playback.
z Hint
If you forget your password, remove the disc and
repeat steps 1 to 3 of “Parental Control (limited
playback).” When you are asked to enter your
password, enter “199703” using the number
buttons, then press ENTER. The display will ask
you to enter a new 4-digit password. After you enter
a new 4-digit password, replace the disc in the
player and press
If you forget your password, remove the disc and
repeat steps 1 to 3 of “Parental Control (limited
playback).” When you are asked to enter your
password, enter “199703” using the number
buttons, then press ENTER. The display will ask
you to enter a new 4-digit password. After you enter
a new 4-digit password, replace the disc in the
player and press
H. When the display for entering
your password appears, enter your new password.
Notes
• When you play discs which do not have the
Parental Control function, playback cannot be
limited on this player.
limited on this player.
• Depending on the disc, you may be asked to
change the parental control level while playing
the disc. In this case, enter your password, then
change the level. If the Resume Play mode is
cancelled, the level returns to the previous level.
the disc. In this case, enter your password, then
change the level. If the Resume Play mode is
cancelled, the level returns to the previous level.
PARENTAL CONTROL
Enter password then press
ENTER
PARENTAL CONTROL
LEVEL
OFF
USA
USA
STANDARD
PARENTAL CONTROL
LEVEL
OFF
USA
USA
STANDARD
USA
OTHERS
PARENTAL CONTROL
LEVEL
OFF
OFF
STANDARD
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6
5
7
6
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STANDARD
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Area Code
Changing the password
1
Press DISPLAY while the player is in
stop mode.
The Control Menu appears.
stop mode.
The Control Menu appears.
2
Press
X/x to select
(PARENTAL CONTROL), then press
ENTER.
The options for “PARENTAL
CONTROL” appear.
ENTER.
The options for “PARENTAL
CONTROL” appear.
3
Press
X/x to select “PASSWORD
t,” then press ENTER.
The display for entering the password
appears.
The display for entering the password
appears.
4
Enter your 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press ENTER.
number buttons, then press ENTER.
5
Enter a new 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press ENTER.
number buttons, then press ENTER.
6
To confirm your password, re-enter it
using the number buttons, then press
ENTER.
using the number buttons, then press
ENTER.
If you make a mistake entering your
password
Press
password
Press
C before you press ENTER and input
the correct number.
If you make a mistake
Press
Press
O RETURN.
To turn off the display
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the display
is turned off.
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the display
is turned off.
Standard
Code number
Argentina
2044
Australia
2047
Austria
2046
Belgium
2057
Brazil
2070
Canada
2079
Chile
2090
China
2092
Denmark
2115
Finland
2165
France
2174
Germany
2109
India
2248
Indonesia
2238
Italy
2254
Japan
2276
Korea
2304
Malaysia
2363
Mexico
2362
Netherlands
2376
New Zealand
2390
Norway
2379
Pakistan
2427
Philippines
2424
Portugal
2436
Russia
2489
Singapore
2501
Spain
2149
Sweden
2499
Switzerland
2086
Thailand
2528
United Kingdom
2184
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Controlling Your TV With
the Supplied Remote
the Supplied Remote
You can control the sound level, input source,
and power switch of your Sony TV with the
supplied remote.
and power switch of your Sony TV with the
supplied remote.
You can control your TV using the buttons
below.
below.
Note
Depending on the unit being connected, you may
not be able to control your TV using some of the
buttons.
not be able to control your TV using some of the
buttons.
Controlling other TVs with the
remote
remote
You can control the sound level, input source,
and power switch of non-Sony TVs as well.
If your TV is listed in the table below, set the
appropriate manufacturer code.
and power switch of non-Sony TVs as well.
If your TV is listed in the table below, set the
appropriate manufacturer code.
1
While holding down TV
[/1, press the
number buttons to select the
manufacturer code for your TV (see the
table below).
manufacturer code for your TV (see the
table below).
2
Release TV
[/1.
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.
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.
* European models only.
Notes
• Depending on your TV, some or all buttons may
not function on the TV, even after entering the
correct manufacturer code.
correct manufacturer code.
• If you enter a new code number, the code number
previously entered will be erased.
• When you replace the batteries of the remote, the
code number you have set may be reset to the
default setting. Set the appropriate code number
again.
default setting. Set the appropriate code number
again.
By pressing
You can
TV [/1
Turn the TV on or off
2 (volume) +/– Adjust the volume of the TV
t (TV/video) Switch the TV s input source
t (TV/video) Switch the TV s input source
between the TV and other
input sources.
input sources.
TV
Number
buttons
buttons
Manufacturer
Code number
Sony (default)
01
Aiwa (default)
01
Grundig
11
Hitachi
24
JVC
33
LG
06
Loewe*
06
Panasonic
17, 49
Philips
06, 08
Samsung
06
Sanyo
25
Sharp
29
Thomson
43
Toshiba
38
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Settings and Adjustments
Using the Setup Display
By using the Setup Display, you can make
various adjustments to items such as picture
and sound. You can also set a language for the
subtitles and the Setup Display, among other
things. For details on each Setup Display
item, see pages 63 to 67.
The on-screen displays differ depending on
the player model. Note the differences
indicated in the text, for example, “Asian
models only.”
various adjustments to items such as picture
and sound. You can also set a language for the
subtitles and the Setup Display, among other
things. For details on each Setup Display
item, see pages 63 to 67.
The on-screen displays differ depending on
the player model. Note the differences
indicated in the text, for example, “Asian
models only.”
Note
Playback settings stored in the disc take priority
over the Setup Display settings and not all the
functions described may work.
over the Setup Display settings and not all the
functions described may work.
1
Press DISPLAY when the player is
in stop mode.
in stop mode.
The Control Menu appears.
2
Press
X/x to select
(SETUP), then press ENTER.
The options for “SETUP” appear.
3
Press
X/x to select “CUSTOM,”
then press ENTER.
The Setup Display appears.
4
Press
X/x to select the setup item
from the displayed list:
“LANGUAGE SETUP,” “SCREEN
SETUP,” “CUSTOM SETUP,” or
SETUP,” “CUSTOM SETUP,” or
“AUDIO SETUP.” Then press
ENTER.
The Setup item is selected.
Example “SCREEN SETUP” (Asian/
Oceanian models)
Example “SCREEN SETUP” (Asian/
Oceanian models)
5
Press
X/x to select an item, then
press ENTER.
The options for the selected item appear.
Example “TV TYPE” (Asian/Oceanian
models)
Example “TV TYPE” (Asian/Oceanian
models)
6
Press
X/x to select a setting, then
press ENTER.
ENTER
DISPLAY
( 47 )
QUICK
CUSTOM
RESET
CUSTOM
RESET
DVD VIDEO
QUICK
LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD
MENU
AUDIO
SUBTITLE
MENU
AUDIO
SUBTITLE
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ORIGINAL
ENGLISH
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE
SCREEN SAVER
BACKGROUND
BACKGROUND
16 9
ON
JACKET PICTURE
COLOR SYSTEM
AUTO
Selected item
Setup items
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE
SCREEN SAVER
BACKGROUND
BACKGROUND
16 9
4 3 PAN SCAN
COLOR SYSTEM
4 3 LETTER BOX
16 9
Options
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The setting is selected and setup is
complete.
Example “4 3 PAN SCAN” (Asian/
Oceanian models)
complete.
Example “4 3 PAN SCAN” (Asian/
Oceanian models)
To turn off the display
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the display
is turned off.
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the display
is turned off.
To enter the Quick Setup mode
Select “QUICK” in step 3. Follow from step
5 of the Quick Setup explanation to make
basic adjustments (page 25).
Select “QUICK” in step 3. Follow from step
5 of the Quick Setup explanation to make
basic adjustments (page 25).
To reset all the “SETUP” settings
1
Select “RESET” in step 3 and press
ENTER.
ENTER.
2
Select “YES” using
X/x.
You can also quit the process and return
to the Control Menu by selecting “NO”
here.
to the Control Menu by selecting “NO”
here.
3
Press ENTER.
All the settings explained on pages 63 to
67 return to the default settings. Do not
press
All the settings explained on pages 63 to
67 return to the default settings. Do not
press
[/1 while resetting the player,
which takes a few seconds to complete.
Setting the Display or
Sound Track Language
Sound Track Language
(LANGUAGE SETUP)
“LANGUAGE SETUP” allows you to set
various languages for the on-screen display or
sound track.
various languages for the on-screen display or
sound track.
Select “LANGUAGE SETUP” in the Setup
Display. To use the display, see “Using the
Setup Display” (page 62).
Display. To use the display, see “Using the
Setup Display” (page 62).
◆ OSD (On-Screen Display)
Switches the display language on the screen.
Switches the display language on the screen.
◆ MENU (DVD VIDEO only)
You can select the desired language for the
disc s menu.
You can select the desired language for the
disc s menu.
◆ AUDIO (DVD VIDEO only)
Switches the language of the sound track.
When you select “ORIGINAL,” the language
given priority in the disc is selected.
Switches the language of the sound track.
When you select “ORIGINAL,” the language
given priority in the disc is selected.
◆ SUBTITLE (DVD VIDEO only)
Switches the language of the subtitle recorded
on the DVD VIDEO.
When you select “AUDIO FOLLOW,” the
language for the subtitles changes according to
the language you selected for the sound track.
Switches the language of the subtitle recorded
on the DVD VIDEO.
When you select “AUDIO FOLLOW,” the
language for the subtitles changes according to
the language you selected for the sound track.
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If you select “OTHERS
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“SUBTITLE,” or “AUDIO,” select and enter a
language code from “Language Code List” on
page 75 using the number buttons.
language code from “Language Code List” on
page 75 using the number buttons.
Note
When you select a language in “MENU,”
“SUBTITLE,” or “AUDIO” that is not recorded on
a DVD VIDEO, one of the recorded languages will
be automatically selected.
“SUBTITLE,” or “AUDIO” that is not recorded on
a DVD VIDEO, one of the recorded languages will
be automatically selected.
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE
SCREEN SAVER
BACKGROUND
BACKGROUND
4 3 PAN SCAN
ON
JACKET PICTURE
COLOR SYSTEM
AUTO
Selected setting
LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD:
MENU:
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:
MENU:
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ORIGINAL
ENGLISH
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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 62).
The default settings are underlined.
Example Asian/Oceanian models
Display. To use the display, see “Using the
Setup Display” (page 62).
The default settings are underlined.
Example Asian/Oceanian models
◆ 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 only)
(Asian/Oceanian models only)
Selects the colour system when you play a
VIDEO CD.
(Asian/Oceanian models only)
Selects the colour system when you play a
VIDEO CD.
Notes
• You cannot change the colour system for DVDs.
• You can change the colour system of this player
• You can change the colour system of this player
according to the connected TV (page 16).
◆ SCREEN SAVER
The screen saver image appears when you leave
the player in pause or stop mode for 15 minutes,
or when you play back a CD or DATA CD
(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 back a CD or DATA CD
(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.
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
JACKET PICTURE
COLOR SYSTEM:
AUTO
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 signal 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 signal 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.
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◆ BACKGROUND
Selects the background colour or picture on
the TV screen in stop mode or while playing
a CD or DATA CD (MP3 audio).
Selects the background colour or picture on
the TV screen in stop mode or while playing
a CD or DATA CD (MP3 audio).
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 62).
The default settings are underlined.
Display. To use the display, see “Using the
Setup Display” (page 62).
The default settings are underlined.
◆ AUTO POWER OFF
Switches the Auto Power Off setting on or
off. For Asian/Oceanian models, the default
setting is “OFF.”
Switches the Auto Power Off setting on or
off. For Asian/Oceanian models, the default
setting is “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.
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.
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.
OFF
Switches this function off.
ON
Automatically starts playback
when the player is turned on.
when the player is turned on.
BRIGHT
Makes the lighting bright.
DARK
Makes the lighting dark.
OFF
Turns off the lighting.
CUSTOM SETUP
AUTO POWER OFF:
AUTO PLAY:
DIMMER:
AUTO PLAY:
DIMMER:
ON
OFF
BRIGHT
AUTO
PAUSE MODE:
OFF
TRACK SELECTION:
ON
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◆ PAUSE MODE (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW
only)
Selects the picture in pause 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 63).
has higher priority than the “AUDIO” settings in
“LANGUAGE SETUP” (page 63).
• If you set “DTS” in “AUDIO SETUP” to “OFF”
(page 67), the DTS sound track is not played even
if you set “TRACK SELECTION” to “AUTO.”
if you set “TRACK SELECTION” to “AUTO.”
• If PCM, DTS, MPEG audio, and Dolby Digital
sound tracks have the same number of channels,
the player selects PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital, and
MPEG audio sound tracks in this order.
the player selects PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital, and
MPEG audio 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 VIDEO/
VIDEO CD discs (page 30).
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 VIDEO/
VIDEO CD discs (page 30).
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 62).
The default settings are underlined.
Display. To use the display, see “Using the
Setup Display” (page 62).
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-RW only)
Makes the sound clear when the volume is
turned down when playing a DVD that
conforms to “AUDIO DRC.” This affects the
output from the following jacks
– LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks
– DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL)
(DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW only)
Makes the sound clear when the volume is
turned down when playing a DVD that
conforms to “AUDIO DRC.” This 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).
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 six discs. (The
settings remain in memory even
if you select OFF.)
memory for up to six discs. (The
settings remain in memory even
if you select OFF.)
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.
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 the low sounds clear
even if you turn the volume
down.
even if 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:
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◆ DOWNMIX (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW 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 “Displaying the
audio information of the disc” (page 50). This
function affects the output of the following
jacks
– LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks
– DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL)
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 “Displaying the
audio information of the disc” (page 50). 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.
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 19.
Select “DOLBY DIGITAL,” “MPEG,” and
“DTS” after setting “DIGITAL OUT” to
“ON.”
signals when you connect a component such
as an amplifier (receiver) or MD deck with a
digital input jack.
For connection details, see page 19.
Select “DOLBY DIGITAL,” “MPEG,” and
“DTS” after setting “DIGITAL OUT” to
“ON.”
If you connect a component that does not
conform to the selected audio signal, a loud
noise (or no sound) will come out from the
speakers, damaging your ears or speakers.
conform to the selected audio signal, a loud
noise (or no sound) will come out from the
speakers, damaging your ears or speakers.
◆ DOLBY DIGITAL (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW
only)
Selects the type of Dolby Digital signal.
only)
Selects the type of Dolby Digital signal.
◆ MPEG (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW only)
Selects the type of MPEG audio signal.
Selects the type of MPEG audio signal.
◆ DTS (DVD VIDEO only)
Selects whether or not to output DTS signals.
Selects whether or not to output DTS signals.
DOLBY
SUR-
ROUND
SUR-
ROUND
Normally, select this position.
Multi-channel audio signals are
output to two channels for
enjoying surround sounds.
Multi-channel audio signals are
output to two channels for
enjoying surround sounds.
NORMAL
Multi-channel audio signals are
downmixed to two channels for
use with your stereo.
downmixed to two channels for
use with your stereo.
ON
Normally select this position. When
you select “ON,” see “Setting the
digital output signal” for further
settings.
you select “ON,” see “Setting the
digital output signal” for further
settings.
OFF
The influence of the digital circuit
upon the analog circuit is minimal.
upon the analog circuit is minimal.
AUDIO SETUP
AUDIO ATT
AUDIO DRC
AUDIO DRC
DOLBY DIGITAL
MPEG
MPEG
OFF
STANDARD
DOWNMIX
DOLBY SURROUND
D PCM
PCM
DTS
OFF
DIGITAL OUT
ON
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
MPEG audio sound tracks, the
player outputs stereo signals
via the DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL or COAXIAL)
jack.
connected to an audio
component without a built-in
MPEG decoder. If you play
MPEG audio sound tracks, the
player outputs stereo signals
via the DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL or COAXIAL)
jack.
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.
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