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Press ENTER.
To turn off the Control Menu
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control
Menu is turned off.
Menu is turned off.
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You can select “AUDIO” directly by pressing
AUDIO. Each time you press the button, the item
changes.
changes.
Notes
• For discs not in multiple audio format, you cannot
change the sound.
• While playing a DVD, the sound may change
automatically.
Displaying the audio information of
the disc
the disc
When you select “AUDIO,” the channels
being played are displayed on the screen.
For example, in Dolby Digital format,
multiple signals ranging from monaural to
5.1 channel signals can be recorded on a
DVD VIDEO. Depending on the DVD
VIDEO, the number of the recorded channels
may differ.
being played are displayed on the screen.
For example, in Dolby Digital format,
multiple signals ranging from monaural to
5.1 channel signals can be recorded on a
DVD VIDEO. Depending on the DVD
VIDEO, the number of the recorded channels
may differ.
* “PCM,” “DTS,” or “DOLBY DIGITAL” is
displayed.
In the case of “DOLBY DIGITAL,” the
channels in the playing track are displayed
by numbers as follows:
In the case of “DOLBY DIGITAL,” the
channels in the playing track are displayed
by numbers as follows:
For Dolby Digital 5.1ch:
**The letters in the program format display
mean the following sound component.
The display examples are as follows:
• PCM (stereo)
• Dolby Surround
DVD VIDEO
1: ENGLISH
1 8 ( 3 4 )
1 2 ( 2 7 )
T 1 : 3 2 : 5 5
L
R
C
DOLBY DIGITAL 3/2.1
PROGRAM FORMAT
LFE
LS
RS
PLAY
Current audio format*
Currently playing program format**
L:
Front (left)
R:
Front (right)
C:
Center
LS:
Rear (left)
RS:
Rear (right)
S:
Rear (monaural): The rear
component of the Dolby Surround
processed signal and the Dolby
Digital signal
component of the Dolby Surround
processed signal and the Dolby
Digital signal
LFE: Low Frequency Effect signal
DOLBY DIGITAL 3 / 2
.
1
LFE (Low Frequency
Effect) component 1
Effect) component 1
Rear component 2
Front component 2 +
Center component 1
Center component 1
PCM 48kHz 24bit
PROGRAM FORMAT
DOLBY SURROUND
DOLBY DIGITAL 2/0
L
R
C
S
PROGRAM FORMAT
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• Dolby Digital 5.1ch
“LFE” is enclosed in a solid line even if an
LFE signal component is not output.
LFE signal component is not output.
• DTS
“LFE” is enclosed in a solid line even if an
LFE signal component is not output.
LFE signal component is not output.
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When the signal contains rear signal components
such as “LS,” “RS” or “S,” the Surround effect is
enhanced (page 59).
enhanced (page 59).
Note
If “DTS” is set to “OFF” in “AUDIO SETUP,” the
DTS track selection option will not appear on the
screen even if the disc contains DTS tracks (page 92).
DTS track selection option will not appear on the
screen even if the disc contains DTS tracks (page 92).
TV Virtual Surround
Settings
Settings
(TVS)
When you connect a stereo TV or 2 front
speakers, TV Virtual Surround lets you enjoy
surround sound effects by using sound
imaging to create virtual rear speakers from
the sound of the front speakers (L: left, R:
right) without using actual rear speakers.
This function is designed to work with the
AUDIO OUT L/R jacks. Note that if you
select one of the TVS settings while playing
a DVD, the player does not output the Dolby
Digital signals from the DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL) jack (when you set “DOLBY
DIGITAL” in “AUDIO SETUP” to “D-
PCM”) (page 92).
speakers, TV Virtual Surround lets you enjoy
surround sound effects by using sound
imaging to create virtual rear speakers from
the sound of the front speakers (L: left, R:
right) without using actual rear speakers.
This function is designed to work with the
AUDIO OUT L/R jacks. Note that if you
select one of the TVS settings while playing
a DVD, the player does not output the Dolby
Digital signals from the DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL) jack (when you set “DOLBY
DIGITAL” in “AUDIO SETUP” to “D-
PCM”) (page 92).
1
Press DISPLAY during playback.
The Control Menu appears.
2
Press
X/x to select
(TVS),
then press ENTER.
The options for “TVS” appear.
L
R
C
DOLBY DIGITAL 3/2.1
PROGRAM FORMAT
LFE
LS
RS
L
R
C
DTS 3/2.1
PROGRAM FORMAT
LFE
LS
RS
SURROUND
DISPLAY
ENTER
X/x
OFF
TVS DYNAMIC
TVS WIDE
TVS WIDE
OFF
1 8 ( 3 4 )
1 2 ( 2 7 )
T 1 : 3 2 : 5 5
DVD VIDEO
PLAY
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3
Press
X/x to select one of the TVS
(TV Virtual Surround) sounds.
Refer to the explanations given for each
item.
• TVS DYNAMIC
• TVS WIDE
• TVS NIGHT
• TVS STANDARD
item.
• TVS DYNAMIC
• TVS WIDE
• TVS NIGHT
• TVS STANDARD
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Press ENTER.
To reset the TVS setting
In Step 3, select “OFF.”
To turn off the Control Menu
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control
Menu is turned off.
Menu is turned off.
TVS DYNAMIC
Uses sound imaging to create virtual rear
speakers from the sound of the front speakers
(L, R) without using actual rear speakers. The
virtual speakers are reproduced as shown in
the illustration below. The sound imaging
effect is distinct and clearly reproduces each
aural element of the audio track.
This mode is effective when the distance
between the front L and R speakers is short,
such as with built-in speakers on a stereo TV.
speakers from the sound of the front speakers
(L, R) without using actual rear speakers. The
virtual speakers are reproduced as shown in
the illustration below. The sound imaging
effect is distinct and clearly reproduces each
aural element of the audio track.
This mode is effective when the distance
between the front L and R speakers is short,
such as with built-in speakers on a stereo TV.
TVS WIDE
Uses sound imaging to create virtual rear
speakers from the sound of the front speakers
(L, R) without using actual rear speakers. The
virtual speakers are reproduced as shown in
the illustration below. This gives the sound
an expanded effect that fills the area
surrounding the listener.
speakers from the sound of the front speakers
(L, R) without using actual rear speakers. The
virtual speakers are reproduced as shown in
the illustration below. This gives the sound
an expanded effect that fills the area
surrounding the listener.
This mode is effective when the distance
between the front L and R speakers is short,
such as with built-in speakers on a stereo TV.
between the front L and R speakers is short,
such as with built-in speakers on a stereo TV.
TVS NIGHT
The large sounds, such as explosions, are
suppressed, but the quieter sounds are
unaffected. This feature is useful when you
do not want to disturb other people but still
want to hear the dialog and enjoy the
surround sound effects of “TVS WIDE.”
suppressed, but the quieter sounds are
unaffected. This feature is useful when you
do not want to disturb other people but still
want to hear the dialog and enjoy the
surround sound effects of “TVS WIDE.”
TVS STANDARD
Uses sound imaging to create virtual rear
speakers from the sound of the front speakers
(L, R) without using actual rear speakers. The
virtual speakers are reproduced as shown in
the illustration below. Use this setting when
you want to use TVS with 2 separate speakers
and retain the sound quality.
speakers from the sound of the front speakers
(L, R) without using actual rear speakers. The
virtual speakers are reproduced as shown in
the illustration below. Use this setting when
you want to use TVS with 2 separate speakers
and retain the sound quality.
TV
L: Left front speaker
R: Right front speaker
: Virtual speakers
TV
L
R
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You can select “TVS” directly by pressing
SURROUND. Each time you press the button, the
item changes. If you select any setting other than
“OFF,” the SURROUND indicator on the player lights
up.
item changes. If you select any setting other than
“OFF,” the SURROUND indicator on the player lights
up.
Notes
• When you select an effect, the sound cuts off for a
moment.
• When the playing signal does not contain a signal for
the rear speakers (page 58), the surround effects may
be difficult to hear.
be difficult to hear.
• When you select one of the TVS modes, turn off the
surround setting of the connected TV or amplifier
(receiver).
(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.
Otherwise, the TVS effect may be hard to discern.
the speakers are located in similar surroundings.
Otherwise, the TVS effect may be hard to discern.
• “TVS NIGHT” works only with Dolby Digital
audio. However, not all discs will respond to the
“TVS NIGHT” function in the same way.
“TVS NIGHT” function in the same way.
• If you set “DOLBY DIGITAL” to “DOLBY
DIGITAL,” or “DTS” to “ON” (page 91), sound will
come from the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack but
it will not have the TVS effect.
come from the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack but
it will not have the TVS effect.
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Enjoying Movies
Changing the Angles
If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene
are recorded on the DVD VIDEO, “ANGLE”
appears on the front panel display. This
means that you can change the viewing angle.
For example, while playing a scene of a train
in motion, you can display the view from
either the front of the train, the left window of
the train, or from the right window without
having the train’s movement interrupted.
are recorded on the DVD VIDEO, “ANGLE”
appears on the front panel display. This
means that you can change the viewing angle.
For example, while playing a scene of a train
in motion, you can display the view from
either the front of the train, the left window of
the train, or from the right window without
having the train’s movement interrupted.
1
Press DISPLAY during playback.
The Control Menu appears.
2
Press
X/x to select
(ANGLE).
The number of the angle appears.
The number in parentheses indicates the
total number of angles.
The number in parentheses indicates the
total number of angles.
3
Press
c or ENTER.
The number of the angle changes to “-.”
4
Select the angle number using
X/x,
then press ENTER.
The scene changes to the selected angle.
To turn off the Control Menu
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control
Menu is turned off.
Menu is turned off.
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You can select the angle directly by pressing
ANGLE. Each time you press the button, the angle
changes.
changes.
Note
Depending on the disc, you may not be able to change
the angles even if multi-angles are recorded on the
disc.
the angles even if multi-angles are recorded on the
disc.
ANGLE
ENTER
DISPLAY
X/x
1 8 ( 3 4 )
1 2 ( 2 7 )
T 1 : 3 2 : 5 5
DVD VIDEO
1 ( 9 )
PLAY
1 8 ( 3 4 )
1 2 ( 2 7 )
T 1 : 3 2 : 5 5
DVD VIDEO
–
( 9 )
PLAY
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Displaying the Subtitles
If subtitles are recorded on the disc, you can
turn the subtitles on and off whenever you
want while playing. If multilingual subtitles
are recorded on the disc, you can change the
subtitle language while playing, and turn it on
or off whenever you want. For example, you
can select the language you want to practice
and turn the subtitles on for better
understanding.
turn the subtitles on and off whenever you
want while playing. If multilingual subtitles
are recorded on the disc, you can change the
subtitle language while playing, and turn it on
or off whenever you want. For example, you
can select the language you want to practice
and turn the subtitles on for better
understanding.
1
Press DISPLAY during playback.
The Control Menu appears.
2
Press
X/x to select
(SUBTITLE), then press ENTER.
The options for “SUBTITLE” appear.
3
Press
X/x to select the setting.
x When playing a DVD VIDEO
Select the language.
Depending on the DVD VIDEO, the
choice of language varies.
Select the language.
Depending on the DVD VIDEO, the
choice of language varies.
When 4 digits are displayed, they
indicate the language code. Refer to the
language code list on page 101 to see
which language the code represents.
indicate the language code. Refer to the
language code list on page 101 to see
which language the code represents.
x When playing a DVD-RW
Select “ON.”
Select “ON.”
4
Press ENTER.
To cancel the SUBTITLE setting
Select “OFF” in Step 3.
To turn off the Control Menu
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control
Menu is turned off.
Menu is turned off.
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You can select “SUBTITLE” directly by pressing
SUBTITLE. Each time you press the button, the item
changes.
changes.
Note
Depending on the disc, you may not be able to change
the subtitles even if multilingual subtitles are recorded
on it.
the subtitles even if multilingual subtitles are recorded
on it.
SUBTITLE
DISPLAY
ENTER
X/x
1 8 ( 3 4 )
1 2 ( 2 7 )
T 1 : 3 2 : 5 5
OFF
1: ENGLISH
2:
1: ENGLISH
2:
FRENCH
3: SPANISH
OFF
DVD VIDEO
PLAY
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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.
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.
As the value increases, the mosaic like
patterns on your TV screen will decrease.
• 1: reduces the “block noise”.
• 2: reduces the “block noise” more than
patterns on your TV screen will decrease.
• 1: reduces the “block noise”.
• 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.
To turn off the Control Menu
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control
Menu is turned off.
Menu is turned off.
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You can select “BNR” directly by pressing BNR.
Each time you press the button, the level changes.
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, the
“BNR” effect may be hard to discern.
BNR
DISPLAY
ENTER
X/x
OFF
1
2
3
1
2
3
DVD VIDEO
OFF
1 8 ( 3 4 )
1 2 ( 2 7 )
T 1 : 3 2 : 5 5
PLAY
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DATA-CD
DATA-CD
Playing a DATA-CD
About MP3 Audio Tracks
and JPEG Image Files
and JPEG Image Files
What is MP3/JPEG?
MP3 is audio compression technology that
satisfies the ISO/MPEG regulations.
JPEG is image compression technology.
satisfies the ISO/MPEG regulations.
JPEG is image compression technology.
Discs that the player can play
You can play MP3 audio tracks or JPEG
image files on CD-ROMs, CD-Rs or CD-
RWs (DATA-CD). However, the discs must
be recorded according to ISO9660 level 1,
level 2 or Joliet format for the player to
recognize the tracks (or files).
You can also play discs recorded in Multi
Session.
See the instructions supplied with the CD-R/
CD-RW drives and the recording software
(not supplied) for details on the recording
format.
image files on CD-ROMs, CD-Rs or CD-
RWs (DATA-CD). However, the discs must
be recorded according to ISO9660 level 1,
level 2 or Joliet format for the player to
recognize the tracks (or files).
You can also play discs recorded in Multi
Session.
See the instructions supplied with the CD-R/
CD-RW drives and the recording software
(not supplied) for details on the recording
format.
Note on the multi-session disc
If MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files are recorded
in the first session, the player will play MP3 audio
tracks or JPEG image files also in other sessions.
If audio tracks and images in Music CD format or
Video CD format are recorded in the first session, only
the first session will be played back.
in the first session, the player will play MP3 audio
tracks or JPEG image files also in other sessions.
If audio tracks and images in Music CD format or
Video CD format are recorded in the first session, only
the first session will be played back.
Note
Since the player cannot play the discs created in the
Packet Write format, you cannot view the JPEG
images recorded using the following Sony products
(as of February, 2002):
Packet Write format, you cannot view the JPEG
images recorded using the following Sony products
(as of February, 2002):
– Digital Photo Printer DPP-SV88
– Digital Still Camera MVC-CD1000, MVC-
– Digital Still Camera MVC-CD1000, MVC-
CD200, MVC-CD300
MP3 audio track or JPEG image file
that the player can play
that the player can play
The player can play the MP3 audio tracks or
JPEG image files:
• which have extension “.MP3” (MP3 audio
JPEG image files:
• which have extension “.MP3” (MP3 audio
track) or “.JPG” (JPEG image file)
• which conform to the DCF* image file
format
* “Design rule for Camera File system”: Image
standards for digital cameras regulated by Japan
Electronic Industries Development Association
(JEIDA)
Electronic Industries Development Association
(JEIDA)
Notes
• The player will play any data with the extension
“.MP3” or “.JPG,” even if they are not in MP3 or
JPEG format. Playing this data may generate a loud
noise which could damage your speaker system.
JPEG format. Playing this data may generate a loud
noise which could damage your speaker system.
• The player does not conform to audio in MP3PRO
format.
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Playback order of MP3 audio tracks
or JPEG image files
or JPEG image files
The albums, MP3 audio tracks, or JPEG
image files recorded in a DATA-CD will be
played as follows:
image files recorded in a DATA-CD will be
played as follows:
Structure of disc contents
When you insert a DATA-CD and press
H,
the numbered tracks (or files) are played
sequentially, from
sequentially, from
1 through 7. Any sub-
albums/tracks (or files) contained within a
currently selected album take priority over
the next album in the same tree. (Example:
currently selected album take priority over
the next album in the same tree. (Example:
C
contains
D so 4 is played before 5.)
When you press MENU and the list of album
names appears (page 67), the album names
are arranged in the following order:
names appears (page 67), the album names
are arranged in the following order:
A t B
t C t D t F t G. Albums that do
not contain tracks (or files) (such as album
E) do not appear in the list.
not contain tracks (or files) (such as album
E) do not appear in the list.
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If you add numbers (01, 02, 03, etc.) to the front of
the track/file names when you store the tracks (or files)
in a disc, the tracks and files will be played in that
order.
in a disc, the tracks and files will be played in that
order.
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Since a disc with many trees takes longer to start
playback, place your albums within the first two trees
when you store the tracks (or files) in a disc.
when you store the tracks (or files) in a disc.
Notes
• Depending on the software you use to create the
DATA-CD, the playback order may differ from the
above illustration.
above illustration.
• The playback order above may not be applicable if
there are more than 999 albums and tracks (or files)
in the DATA-CD.
in the DATA-CD.
• The player can recognize up to 499th album (the
player will count just albums, including albums that
do not contain MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image
files). The player will not play any albums beyond
the first 499 album. Of the first 499 albums, the
player will play no more than a combined total of
999 albums and tracks (or files).
do not contain MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image
files). The player will not play any albums beyond
the first 499 album. Of the first 499 albums, the
player will play no more than a combined total of
999 albums and tracks (or files).
ROOT
Tree 1 Tree 2 Tree 3 Tree 4 Tree 5
Track (MP3 audio) or
File (JPEG image)
File (JPEG image)
Album
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DATA-CD
DATA-CD
Playing an MP3 Audio
Track
Track
MP3 audio tracks recorded on DATA-CDs
(CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW) can be played
on this player.
(CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW) can be played
on this player.
1
Insert a DATA-CD into the disc slot.
(If the MS indicator on the player is lit,
press MS to turn it off in stop mode.)
The Control Menu appears if an MP3
audio tracks or JPEG image file is
recorded on the DATA-CD.
press MS to turn it off in stop mode.)
The Control Menu appears if an MP3
audio tracks or JPEG image file is
recorded on the DATA-CD.
2
Press
X/x to select “AUDIO.”
3
Press
H
or ENTER.
The first MP3 audio track recorded on the
DATA-CD is played back.
DATA-CD is played back.
To play the next or previous track
Press
> or ..
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You can view the disc information (page 52) or
scan (page 49) while playing MP3 audio tracks. You
can also activate Repeat Play (page 46), “AUDIO”
(page 57), and “TVS” (page 59).
can also activate Repeat Play (page 46), “AUDIO”
(page 57), and “TVS” (page 59).
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You can also use
>
or
.
on the player to
select “AUDIO” in Step 2.
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If you want to view JPEG image files after playing
MP3 audio tracks, press DISPLAY to display the
Control Menu. Select
Control Menu. Select
using
X/x, then press
ENTER. Follow from Step 2 of “Viewing a JPEG
Image File” on page 68.
Image File” on page 68.
Note
The ID3 tag, which is the memory area partitioned in
MP3 audio for inputting music titles, etc., cannot be
displayed.
MP3 audio for inputting music titles, etc., cannot be
displayed.
Selecting an album and track
1
After Step 3 in “Playing an MP3 Audio
Track,” press MENU.
The albums recorded on the DATA-CD
appear. When an album is being played,
its title is shaded.
Track,” press MENU.
The albums recorded on the DATA-CD
appear. When an album is being played,
its title is shaded.
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C/X/x/c
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RETURN
ENTER
H
MENU
MS
DISPLAY
A U D I O
A U D I O
I M A G E
I M A G E
AUDIO
1 ( 3 0 )
1 ( 3 0 )
ROCK BEST HIT
KARAOKE
JAZZ
R&B
MY FAVORITE SONGS
CLASSICAL
SALSA OF CUBA
BOSSANOVA
KARAOKE
JAZZ
R&B
MY FAVORITE SONGS
CLASSICAL
SALSA OF CUBA
BOSSANOVA
List of album names
Highlighted album number
Total albums in the disc
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2
Press
X/x to select the album you want
to play, then press ENTER.
Tracks in the album appear. When a track
is being played, its title is shaded.
Tracks in the album appear. When a track
is being played, its title is shaded.
3
Press
X/x to select the track, then press
ENTER.
The player starts playing the selected
track.
The player starts playing the selected
track.
To go to the next or previous page
Press
c or C.
To return to the previous display
Press
ORETURN.
To turn off the display
Press MENU.
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By pressing MENU, you can display the album list
when the player is stopped.
Note
Only the letters in alphabet and numbers in the album/
track names can be displayed. Other characters appear
as an “*” (asterisk).
track names can be displayed. Other characters appear
as an “*” (asterisk).
Viewing a JPEG Image File
JPEG image files recorded on DATA-CDs
(CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW) can be viewed
on this player. Note, however, that you can
view only the JPEG image files which
conform to the DCF image file format.
(CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW) can be viewed
on this player. Note, however, that you can
view only the JPEG image files which
conform to the DCF image file format.
1
Insert a DATA-CD into the disc slot.
(If the MS indicator on the player is lit,
press MS to turn it off in stop mode.)
The Control Menu appears if an MP3
audio tracks or JPEG image file is
recorded on the DATA-CD.
press MS to turn it off in stop mode.)
The Control Menu appears if an MP3
audio tracks or JPEG image file is
recorded on the DATA-CD.
2
Press
X/x to select “IMAGE.”
AUDIO
JAZZ
1 ( 2 5 6 )
JAZZ
1 ( 2 5 6 )
01 SHE IS SPECIAL
02 ALL YOU NEED IS TO...
03 SPICY LIFE
04 HAPPY HOUR
05 RIVER SIDE
06 5
07 TAKE TIME, TAKE TIME
02 ALL YOU NEED IS TO...
03 SPICY LIFE
04 HAPPY HOUR
05 RIVER SIDE
06 5
07 TAKE TIME, TAKE TIME
List of track names
Highlighted track number
Total tracks in the
album
album
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C/X/x/c
O
RETURN
ENTER
H
MENU
MS
DISPLAY
A U D I O
A U D I O
I M A G E
I M A G E
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DATA-CD
3
Press
H
or ENTER.
The first JPEG image file recorded on the
DATA-CD is played back.
DATA-CD is played back.
To play the next or previous file
Press
> or ..
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You can also use
>
or
.
on the player to
select “IMAGE” in Step 2.
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If you want to play MP3 audio tracks after viewing
JPEG image files, press DISPLAY to display the
Control Menu. Select
Control Menu. Select
using
X/x, then press
ENTER. Follow from Step 2 of “Playing an MP3
Audio Track” on page 67.
Audio Track” on page 67.
Notes
• JPEG image files which are set to display larger than
4720 dots vertically or horizontally may not be
displayed.
displayed.
• JPEG image files which do not fit the screen will be
reduced so they can be displayed properly.
Selecting an album and file
1
After Step 3 in “Viewing a JPEG Image
File,” press MENU.
The albums recorded on the DATA-CD
appear. When an album is being played,
its title is shaded.
File,” press MENU.
The albums recorded on the DATA-CD
appear. When an album is being played,
its title is shaded.
2
Press
X/x to select the album you want
to play, then press ENTER.
Files in the album appear. When a file is
being played, its title is shaded.
being played, its title is shaded.
3
Press
X/x to select the file, then press
ENTER.
The player starts playing the selected file.
The player starts playing the selected file.
To go to the next or previous page
Press
c or C.
To return to the previous display
Press
ORETURN.
To turn off the display
Press MENU.
z
By pressing MENU, you can display the album list
when the player is stopped.
Note
Only the letters in alphabet and numbers in the album/
file names can be displayed. Other characters appear
as an “*” (asterisk).
file names can be displayed. Other characters appear
as an “*” (asterisk).
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BIRTHDAY PARTY
WINTER FESTIVAL
WINTER FESTIVAL
IMAGE
List of album names
Highlighted album number
Total albums in the
disc
disc
IMAGE
BIRTHDAY PARTY
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BIRTHDAY PARTY
1 ( 2 8 )
SCENE01
SCENE02
SCENE03
SCENE04
SCENE05
SCENE06
SCENE07
SCENE02
SCENE03
SCENE04
SCENE05
SCENE06
SCENE07
List of file names
Highlighted file number
Total files in the album
continued
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Rotating a JPEG image
You can rotate an image by 90 degrees.
Press
C/c while viewing an image.
Each time you press
c, the image rotates
clockwise by 90 degrees.
Each time you press
Each time you press
C, the image rotates
counterclockwise by 90 degrees.
Example of when you press
Example of when you press
c once:
Rotating direction
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Playing a “Memory Stick”
About the “Memory Stick”
“Memory Stick” is a compact, portable and
versatile Integrated Circuit recording
medium with a data capacity that exceeds a
floppy disk. “Memory Stick” is specially
designed for exchanging and sharing digital
data among “Memory Stick” compatible
products. Because it is removable, the
“Memory Stick” can also be used for external
data storage.
versatile Integrated Circuit recording
medium with a data capacity that exceeds a
floppy disk. “Memory Stick” is specially
designed for exchanging and sharing digital
data among “Memory Stick” compatible
products. Because it is removable, the
“Memory Stick” can also be used for external
data storage.
Types of “Memory Stick”
There are two types of “Memory Stick;”
– “MagicGate (MG) Memory Stick”* that is
– “MagicGate (MG) Memory Stick”* that is
equipped with “MagicGate” copyright
protection technology.
protection technology.
– “Memory Stick”** that is not equipped
with “MagicGate” copyright protection
technology.
technology.
You can use both types of “Memory
Stick” with this player.
Stick” with this player.
What is “MagicGate***”?
“MagicGate” is a copyright protection
technology**** for the “MG Memory Stick”
and compliant products. Authentication
ensures that protected content is transferred
only between compliant devices and a “MG
Memory Stick,” and that protected content is
recorded and transferred in an encrypted
format to prevent unauthorized copying or
playback.
technology**** for the “MG Memory Stick”
and compliant products. Authentication
ensures that protected content is transferred
only between compliant devices and a “MG
Memory Stick,” and that protected content is
recorded and transferred in an encrypted
format to prevent unauthorized copying or
playback.
Note on use
To avoid damaging data, do not
- remove the “Memory Stick” or disconnect
- remove the “Memory Stick” or disconnect
the power cord while playing it.
- use the “Memory Stick” in a location
subject to static electricity or electric noise.
On handling the “Memory Stick”
• The tactile protrusion on the rear surface of
a “MG Memory Stick” distinguishes it from
an ordinary “Memory Stick.” (
an ordinary “Memory Stick.” (
B)
• To prolong the life of the “Memory Stick,”
use the storage case supplied with the
“Memory Stick.”
“Memory Stick.”
• Do not touch the “Memory Stick”
connector with your finger or metallic
objects. (
objects. (
A)
• Do not bend, drop or apply strong shock to
the “Memory Stick.”
• Do not disassemble or modify the “Memory
Stick.”
• Do not allow the “Memory Stick” to get
wet.
• Do not use or store the “Memory Stick” in a
location that is subject to:
- Extremely high temperature such as in a
car parked in the sun
- Direct sunlight
- High humidity or places with corrosive
- High humidity or places with corrosive
substances
• Do not attach any other material than the
label supplied with the “Memory Stick” on
the label space. (
the label space. (
C)
• Attach the label so that it does not stick out
from the proper attachment location.
• Do not stick one label on top of another.
• If the label is turned up at the corners or
• If the label is turned up at the corners or
loose, replace it with a new one.
Type of “Memory
Stick”
Stick”
Recordable data
“MG Memory Stick”
Audio data + Still image
+ General data
+ General data
“Memory Stick”
Still image + General
data
data
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Note
Attach the label correctly on the “Memory Stick” or
you may not be able to remove the “Memory Stick”
from the player.
you may not be able to remove the “Memory Stick”
from the player.
* “MagicGate Memory Stick,” and
are
trademarks of Sony Corporation.
** “Memory Stick” and
are trademarks of Sony
Corporation.
***“MagicGate” and
are
trademarks of Sony Corporation.
****The copyright protection technology of this
player conforms to the SDMI (Secure Digital Music
Initiative) standard.
Initiative) standard.
Inserting a “Memory Stick”
Insert the “Memory Stick” securely into the
MEMORY STICK slot.
MEMORY STICK slot.
Notes
• Observe the side and direction carefully when
inserting a “Memory Stick.” Insert the “Memory
Stick” with the
v
mark facing up, and in the
direction of the
v
. Otherwise, the slot may be
damaged.
• Do not insert any objects other than a “Memory
Stick” into the slot. Doing so may cause a
malfunction.
malfunction.
To take out the “Memory Stick”
While the player is stopped, push and release
the “Memory Stick.”
the “Memory Stick.”
Note
When you take out the “Memory Stick,” make sure
that the MS indicator is not lit in yellow. If you turn off
the power or disconnect the power cord while the MS
indicator is lit in yellow, the “Memory Stick” may be
damaged.
that the MS indicator is not lit in yellow. If you turn off
the power or disconnect the power cord while the MS
indicator is lit in yellow, the “Memory Stick” may be
damaged.
Insert until it
clicks.
clicks.
“Memory Stick”
In the direction of the
v
MS indicator
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Playing an ATRAC3 Audio
Track
Track
You can play ATRAC3 audio tracks recorded
on an “MG Memory Stick.”
Make sure the MS indicator is lit (MS mode)
when you play an “MG Memory Stick.”
on an “MG Memory Stick.”
Make sure the MS indicator is lit (MS mode)
when you play an “MG Memory Stick.”
1
Insert a “MG Memory Stick” into the
MEMORY STICK slot (page 72).
MEMORY STICK slot (page 72).
2
Press MS.
The MS indicator on the player lights up
(MS mode).
The Control Menu is displayed.
(MS mode).
The Control Menu is displayed.
3
Press
X/x to select “AUDIO.”
4
Press
H
or ENTER.
The first track recorded on the “MG
Memory Stick” is played back.
Memory Stick” is played back.
To play the next or previous track
Press
> or ..
z
You can view the disc information (page 52) or
scan (page 49) while playing ATRAC3 audio tracks.
You can also activate Repeat Play (page 46),
“AUDIO” (page 57), and “TVS” (page 59).
You can also activate Repeat Play (page 46),
“AUDIO” (page 57), and “TVS” (page 59).
z
You can also use
>
or
.
on the player to
select “AUDIO” in Step 3.
z
If you want to view JPEG image files after playing
ATRAC3 audio tracks, press DISPLAY to display the
Control Menu. Select
Control Menu. Select
using
X/x, then press
ENTER. Follow from Step 3 of “Viewing a JPEG
Image File” on page 75.
Image File” on page 75.
Selecting a track
1
After Step 4 in “Playing an ATRAC3
Audio Track,” press MENU.
The audio tracks recorded on the “MG
Memory Stick” appear. When a track is
being played, its title is shaded.
Audio Track,” press MENU.
The audio tracks recorded on the “MG
Memory Stick” appear. When a track is
being played, its title is shaded.
2
Press
X/x to select the track, then press
ENTER.
The player starts playing the selected
track.
The player starts playing the selected
track.
MS
.
/
>
H
DISPLAY
MENU
C/X/x/c
O
RETURN
ENTER
A U D I O
A U D I O
I M A G E
I M A G E
AUDIO
MY FAVORITE SONGS
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MY FAVORITE SONGS
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01 GREEN LEAVES
03 CONDOR
04 SOMEDAY, SOMEWHERE
04 SOMEDAY, SOMEWHERE
02 P
05 BORN FREE
06 TOMORROW WILL COME
07 VERY IMPRESSIVE
06 TOMORROW WILL COME
07 VERY IMPRESSIVE
List of track names
Highlighted track number
Total tracks in the
album
album
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