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Connecting to a stereo amplifier (receiver) and 2 speakers/Connecting to an
MD deck or DAT deck
This connection will use your 2 front speakers connected to your stereo amplifier (receiver) for
sound. If the stereo amplifier (receiver) has audio input jacks L and R only, use
sound. If the stereo amplifier (receiver) has audio input jacks L and R only, use
. If the
amplifier (receiver) has a digital input jack, use
. When connecting to an MD deck or a DAT
deck, use
. In this case, you can also connect the player directly to the MD deck or DAT
deck without using your stereo amplifier (receiver).
xRecommended surround sound effects for the
connection only.
• TVS STANDARD (page 59)
z
In connection
, you can use the supplied audio/video cord instead of using a separate audio cord.
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To realize better surround sound effects, make sure that your listening position is in between your speakers.
Notes
• If you select one of the TVS effects while playing a disc, no sound will come from your speakers with the
connection.
• MP3 audio and ATRAC3 audio tracks will not be output from the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack.
B
B-1
B-2
B-2
B-1
B-1
B-2
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Stereo amplifier (receiver)
CD/DVD player
Stereo audio cord
(not supplied)
(not supplied)
Optical digital cord
(not supplied)
(not supplied)
to audio input
to optical digital
input
input
(white)
(red)
(white)
(red)
[Speakers]
Front (L)
Front (R)
MD deck/DAT deck
or
l: Signal flow
to AUDIO
OUT R
OUT R
to AUDIO
OUT L
OUT L
to DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL)
(OPTICAL)
AC power adaptor
(AC-F21, supplied)
(AC-F21, supplied)
AC power cord
(supplied)
(supplied)
(white) (red)
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Connecting to a Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) decoder amplifier (receiver) and
3 to 6 speakers
This connection will allow you to enjoy the surround effects of the Dolby Surround (Pro Logic)
decoder on your amplifier (receiver). If you have an AV amplifier (receiver) equipped with a
Dolby Digital or DTS decoder, refer to page 30.
You can enjoy the Dolby Surround effects only when playing Dolby Surround audio or
multichannel audio (Dolby Digital) discs.
Pro Logic uses a minimum of 3 speakers (front L and R, and rear (monaural)). The surround
effects are enhanced if 6 speakers (front L and R, center, rear L and R, and subwoofer) are used.
If your amplifier (receiver) has R and L audio input jacks only, use
decoder on your amplifier (receiver). If you have an AV amplifier (receiver) equipped with a
Dolby Digital or DTS decoder, refer to page 30.
You can enjoy the Dolby Surround effects only when playing Dolby Surround audio or
multichannel audio (Dolby Digital) discs.
Pro Logic uses a minimum of 3 speakers (front L and R, and rear (monaural)). The surround
effects are enhanced if 6 speakers (front L and R, center, rear L and R, and subwoofer) are used.
If your amplifier (receiver) has R and L audio input jacks only, use
. If your amplifier
(receiver) has a digital input jack, use
.
xRecommended surround sound effects using this connection with your amplifier (receiver).
• Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) (page 91)
z
For correct speaker setting location, please refer to the operating instructions of the amplifier (receiver).
Note
MP3 audio and ATRAC3 audio tracks will not be output from the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack.
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C-1
C-2
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* When connecting 6 speakers, replace the monaural rear speaker with a center speaker, 2 rear speakers and a
subwoofer.
to audio input
CD/DVD player
Optical digital cord
(not supplied)
(not supplied)
Stereo audio cord
(not supplied)
(not supplied)
to optical digital
input
input
(white)
(red)
(white)
(red)
Amplifier (receiver) with
Dolby Surround decoder
[Speakers]
[Speakers]
Rear (L)
Rear (R)
Subwoofer
Center
Rear*
(mono)
(mono)
Front (L)
Front (R)
l: Signal flow
or
to AUDIO
OUT R
OUT R
to AUDIO
OUT L
OUT L
to DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL)
(OPTICAL)
AC power adaptor
(AC-F21, supplied)
(AC-F21, supplied)
AC power cord
(supplied)
(supplied)
(white)
(red)
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Connecting to an AV amplifier (receiver) with a digital input jack having a
Dolby Digital or DTS decoder, and 6 speakers
This connection will allow you to use the Dolby Digital or DTS decoder function of your AV
amplifier (receiver). You are not able to enjoy the TVS sound effects of the player.
amplifier (receiver). You are not able to enjoy the TVS sound effects of the player.
xRecommended surround sound effects using this connection with your amplifier (receiver).
• Dolby Digital (5.1ch) (page 91)
• DTS (5.1ch) (page 91)
• DTS (5.1ch) (page 91)
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To enhance the surround sound effects, refer to the operating instructions of the amplifier (receiver) for correct
speaker setting location.
Notes
• After you have completed the connection, be sure to set “DOLBY DIGITAL” in “AUDIO SETUP” to “DOLBY
DIGITAL” (page 34). If your AV amplifier (receiver) has a DTS decoder, set “DTS” in “AUDIO SETUP” to “ON”
(page 34). Otherwise, no sound or a loud noise will come from the speakers.
(page 34). Otherwise, no sound or a loud noise will come from the speakers.
• MP3 audio and ATRAC3 audio tracks will not be output from the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack.
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to optical digital input
Optical digital cord (not
supplied)
supplied)
CD/DVD player
[Speakers]
[Speakers]
AV amplifier (receiver) with a decoder
Front (R)
Front (L)
Center
Rear (R)
Rear (L)
Subwoofer
l: Signal flow
to DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL)
(OPTICAL)
AC power adaptor
(AC-F21, supplied)
(AC-F21, supplied)
AC power cord
(supplied)
(supplied)
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Step 3: Attaching the Jack Cover
You can install the player horizontally, vertically or on the wall.
Notes
• Make sure that the connecting cords are not trapped by the jack cover.
• If you use commercially available cords, make sure that those cords are similar to the supplied cords in size. If the
• If you use commercially available cords, make sure that those cords are similar to the supplied cords in size. If the
cords are too thick or hard, or the plug is too large, you may not be able to attach the jack cover securely.
When you install the player horizontally
First, gather all the connecting cords together and let them pass through the side of the player.
Then attach the jack cover carefully not to trap the cords.
Then attach the jack cover carefully not to trap the cords.
When you install the player vertically
First, gather all the connecting cords together and let them pass through the side of the player.
Then attach the jack cover for vertical installation (supplied) carefully not to trap the cords.
Then attach the jack cover for vertical installation (supplied) carefully not to trap the cords.
Notes
• When you place the player in a horizontal position, remove the jack cover for vertical installation.
• To move the player, hold the player itself. If you hold the flat part of the jack cover for vertical installation, it may
• To move the player, hold the player itself. If you hold the flat part of the jack cover for vertical installation, it may
break.
• Do not place the player in a vertical position without attaching the jack cover for vertical installation. If you do not
attach it, the player will be unstable and may fall over.
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When you install the player on the wall
Attach the jack cover as in the same way for the horizontal installation.
Fastening screws are not supplied. You need to determine the appropriate hanging screws and/or
other necessary hardware needed to securely and safely fasten the unit to the wall. Placement of
the screws should be at the same height and should be 3 1/4 in. (80 mm) apart. The screws or other
fasteners should protrude by 3/16 to 7/32 in. (4 to 5 mm).
Please be sure you have selected fasteners or screws that will fit in the hanging holes on the
bottom of the unit. Remove the seals covering the hanging holes. Hang the player on the screws.
Push the player tightly against the wall.
Fastening screws are not supplied. You need to determine the appropriate hanging screws and/or
other necessary hardware needed to securely and safely fasten the unit to the wall. Placement of
the screws should be at the same height and should be 3 1/4 in. (80 mm) apart. The screws or other
fasteners should protrude by 3/16 to 7/32 in. (4 to 5 mm).
Please be sure you have selected fasteners or screws that will fit in the hanging holes on the
bottom of the unit. Remove the seals covering the hanging holes. Hang the player on the screws.
Push the player tightly against the wall.
Note
WHEN YOU DISCONNECT OR CONNECT THE CORDS, TAKE THE PLAYER DOWN FROM THE WALL.
Step 4: Connecting the Power Cord
Plug the player and TV power cords into an AC outlet.
Do not connect the power cord of your player to the “switched” power socket of an amplifier
(receiver). Otherwise, when you turn off the power of your amplifier (receiver), the settings for
the player may be lost.
(receiver). Otherwise, when you turn off the power of your amplifier (receiver), the settings for
the player may be lost.
3 1/4 in.
3/16 - 7/32 in.
3/16 in.
3/8 in.
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Step 5: Quick Setup
Follow the steps below to make the minimum number of basic adjustments to use the player. To
skip an adjustment press
skip an adjustment press
>, to return to the previous adjustment, press ..
A Turn on the TV.
B Switch the input selector on the TV to the player.
C Press
?/1
on the player or the remote.
“Press [ENTER] to run QUICK SETUP.” appears at the bottom of the screen. If this message
does not appear, select “QUICK” (“QUICK”) under “SETUP” (“SETUP”) in the Control
Menu (page 85) to run Quick Setup.
does not appear, select “QUICK” (“QUICK”) under “SETUP” (“SETUP”) in the Control
Menu (page 85) to run Quick Setup.
D Press ENTER without inserting a disc.
The Setup Display for selecting the language used in the on-screen display appears.
E Press X/x to select a language.
The player uses the language selected here to display the menu and subtitles as well.
?
/
1
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X
/
x
ENTER
?
/
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LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD:
MENU:
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:
MENU:
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:
FRENCH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
SPANISH
PORTUGUESE
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F Press ENTER.
The Setup Display for selecting the aspect ratio of the TV to be connected appears.
G Press X/x to select the item.
H Press ENTER.
The Setup Display for selecting the type of jack used to connect your amplifier (receiver)
appears.
appears.
I Press X/x to select the item, then press ENTER.
• When “NO” or “AUDIO OUTPUT L/R” is selected, Quick Setup is finished and connections
are complete.
• When “DIGITAL OUTPUT” is selected, the Setup Display for “DOLBY DIGITAL”
appears. Proceed to Step
0.
TV Type
You select
Page
4:3 standard TV
4:3 LETTER BOX or 4:3
PAN SCAN
PAN SCAN
87
A wide-screen TV or 4:3 standard TV with the
wide-screen mode
wide-screen mode
16:9
87
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE:
SCREEN SAVER:
BACKGROUND:
SCREEN SAVER:
BACKGROUND:
4:3 PAN SCAN
4:3 LETTER BOX
16:9
4:3 LETTER BOX
YES
NO
Is this player connected to an amplifier
(receiver) ? Select the type of jack you
are using.
(receiver) ? Select the type of jack you
are using.
AUDIO OUTPUT L/R
DIGITAL OUTPUT
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J Press X/x to select the item.
Choose the item that matches the audio connection you selected in pages 26 to 30 (
through ).
K Press ENTER.
“DTS” is selected.
L Press X/x to select the item.
Choose the item that matches the audio connection you selected in pages 26 to 30 (
through ).
M Press ENTER.
Quick Setup is finished. All connections and setup operations are complete.
Note
You can directly start Quick Setup only when you run it for the first time.
To run Quick Setup a second time, select “QUICK” under “SETUP” in the Control Menu (page 85).
To run Quick Setup a second time, select “QUICK” under “SETUP” in the Control Menu (page 85).
Audio Cord Connection Type
You select
Page
D-PCM
91
DOLBY DIGITAL (only if the
amplifier/receiver has a Dolby Digital
decoder)
amplifier/receiver has a Dolby Digital
decoder)
91
Audio Cord Connection Type
You select
Page
OFF
91
ON (only if the amplifier/receiver has
a DTS decoder)
a DTS decoder)
91
B
D
AUDIO SETUP
AUDIO ATT:
AUDIO DRC:
AUDIO DRC:
DIGITAL OUT:
DOLBY DIGITAL:
DTS:
OFF
STANDARD
ON
DOWNMIX:
DOLBY SURROUND
DOLBY DIGITAL
D-PCM
D-PCM
B-2
C-2
D
AUDIO SETUP
AUDIO ATT:
AUDIO DRC:
AUDIO DRC:
DIGITAL OUT:
DOLBY DIGITAL:
DTS:
DTS:
OFF
STANDARD
ON
DOWNMIX:
DOLBY SURROUND
D-PCM
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
B
D
B-2
C-2
D
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Enjoying the surround sound effects
To enjoy the surround sound effects of this player or your amplifier (receiver), the following
items must be set as described below for the audio connection you selected in pages 26 to 30
(
items must be set as described below for the audio connection you selected in pages 26 to 30
(
through
). Each of these are the default settings and do not need to be adjusted when
you first connect the player. Refer to page 85 for using the Setup Display.
Audio Connection (pages 25 to 30)
No additional settings are needed.
• If the sound distorts even when the volume is turned down, set “AUDIO ATT” to “ON” (page
90).
Item
You select
Page
DOWNMIX
DOLBY SURROUND
91
Item
You select
Page
DOWNMIX
DOLBY SURROUND
91
DIGITAL OUT
ON
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B
D
A
B-1
C-1
B-2
C-2
D
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Playing Discs
Playing Discs
When playing a disc, make sure that the MS
indicator is turned off (Disc mode).
To play a DATA-CD, see page 67.
indicator is turned off (Disc mode).
To play a DATA-CD, see page 67.
Depending on the DVD or VIDEO CD, some
operations may be different or restricted.
Refer to the operating instructions supplied
with your disc.
operations may be different or restricted.
Refer to the operating instructions supplied
with your disc.
1
Turn on your TV.
2
Switch the input selector on the TV
to the player.
to the player.
When using an amplifier (receiver)
Turn on the amplifier (receiver) and
select the appropriate channel.
Turn on the amplifier (receiver) and
select the appropriate channel.
3
Press
?/1
.
The
?/1 indicator (red) changes to green
and the front panel display lights up.
4
Insert a disc in the player.
If the MS indicator on the player is lit,
press MS to turn it off in stop mode. (Disc
mode)
press MS to turn it off in stop mode. (Disc
mode)
5
Press
N
on the player or
H
on the
remote.
The player starts playback (continuous
play). Adjust the volume on the TV or the
amplifier (receiver).
play). Adjust the volume on the TV or the
amplifier (receiver).
After following Step 5
Depending on the disc, a menu may appear
on the TV screen. You can play the disc
interactively by following the instructions on
the menu. DVD (page 41), VIDEO CD (page
42).
on the TV screen. You can play the disc
interactively by following the instructions on
the menu. DVD (page 41), VIDEO CD (page
42).
To turn off the player
Press
?/1. The player enters standby mode
and the
?/1 indicator lights up in red. To turn
off the player completely, disconnect the AC
power cord. While playing a disc, do not
disconnect the AC power cord. Doing so may
cancel the menu settings. When you turn off
the player, first press
power cord. While playing a disc, do not
disconnect the AC power cord. Doing so may
cancel the menu settings. When you turn off
the player, first press
x to stop playback and
then press
?/1.
Notes on playing DTS sound tracks on
a CD
• When playing DTS-encoded CDs,
excessive noise will be heard from the
x
?/1
button/indicator
N
H
x
AUDIO
?/1
MS
MS button/indicator
With the playback side
facing down
facing down
MS button/
indicator
indicator
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analog stereo jacks. To avoid possible
damage to the audio system, the consumer
should take proper precautions when the
analog stereo jacks of the player are
connected to an amplification system. To
enjoy DTS Digital Surround™ playback, an
external 5.1-channel decoder system must
be connected to the digital jack of the
player.
damage to the audio system, the consumer
should take proper precautions when the
analog stereo jacks of the player are
connected to an amplification system. To
enjoy DTS Digital Surround™ playback, an
external 5.1-channel decoder system must
be connected to the digital jack of the
player.
• Set the sound to “STEREO” using the
AUDIO button when you play DTS sound
tracks on a CD (page 57).
tracks on a CD (page 57).
• Do not play DTS sound tracks without first
connecting the player to an audio
component having a built-in DTS decoder.
The player outputs the DTS signal via the
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack even if
“DTS” in “AUDIO SETUP” is set to “OFF”
in the Setup Display (page 92), and may
affect your ears or cause your speakers to be
damaged.
component having a built-in DTS decoder.
The player outputs the DTS signal via the
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack even if
“DTS” in “AUDIO SETUP” is set to “OFF”
in the Setup Display (page 92), and may
affect your ears or cause your speakers to be
damaged.
Notes on playing DVDs with a DTS
sound track
• DTS audio signals are output only through
the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack.
• If you connect the player to audio
equipment without a DTS decoder, do not
set “DTS” to “ON” in “AUDIO SETUP”
(page 92). A loud noise may come out from
the speakers, affecting your ears or causing
the speakers to be damaged.
set “DTS” to “ON” in “AUDIO SETUP”
(page 92). A loud noise may come out from
the speakers, affecting your ears or causing
the speakers to be damaged.
• When you play a DVD with DTS sound
tracks, set “DTS” to “ON” in “AUDIO
SETUP” (page 92).
SETUP” (page 92).
Notes
• When you insert an 8-cm (3-inch) disc, insert the
disc slowly at the center of the disc slot. If you
cannot eject the disc, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
cannot eject the disc, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
• No adapter is required in order to play 8-cm (3-inch)
discs on this player. If an adapter is used, damage to
the player may result; therefore, never use an adapter
when playing 8-cm (3-inch) discs.
the player may result; therefore, never use an adapter
when playing 8-cm (3-inch) discs.
Additional operations
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The Replay function is useful when you want to
review a scene or dialog that you missed.
Note
You may not be able to use the Replay function with
some scenes.
some scenes.
To
Operation
Stop
Press
x
Pause
Press
X
Resume play after
pause
pause
Press
X
or
H
or
N
Go to the next chapter,
track, or scene in
continuous play mode
track, or scene in
continuous play mode
Press
>
Go back to the
preceding chapter,
track, or scene in
continuous play mode
preceding chapter,
track, or scene in
continuous play mode
Press
.
Stop play and remove
the disc
the disc
Press
A
Replay a previous
scene (DVD only)
scene (DVD only)
Press REPLAY
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x X N
A
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H
x
X
REPLAY
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Resuming Playback from
the Point Where You
Stopped the Disc
the Point Where You
Stopped the Disc
(Resume
Play)
When you stop the disc, the player
remembers the point where you pressed
remembers the point where you pressed
x
and “RESUME” appears on the front panel
display. As long as you do not remove the
disc, Resume Play works even if the player
enters standby mode by pressing
display. As long as you do not remove the
disc, Resume Play works even if the player
enters standby mode by pressing
?/1.
1
While playing a disc, press
x
to stop
playback.
“RESUME” appears on the front panel
display and you can restart the disc from
the point where you stopped the disc.
If “RESUME” does not appear, Resume
Play is not available.
display and you can restart the disc from
the point where you stopped the disc.
If “RESUME” does not appear, Resume
Play is not available.
2
Press
H
.
The player starts playback from the point
where you stopped the disc in Step 1.
where you stopped the disc in Step 1.
z
To play from the beginning of the disc, press
x
twice, then press
H
.
Notes
• Depending on where you stopped the disc, the player
may not resume playback from exactly the same
point.
point.
• The point where you stopped playing is cleared
when:
– you disconnect the AC power cord.
– you change the play mode.
– you change the settings on the Setup Display.
– you switch to MS mode.
– the player enters standby mode (DATA-CD,
– you disconnect the AC power cord.
– you change the play mode.
– you change the settings on the Setup Display.
– you switch to MS mode.
– the player enters standby mode (DATA-CD,
“Memory Stick” and “MG Memory Stick” only)
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Using the DVD’s Menu
A DVD VIDEO is divided into long sections
of a picture or a music feature called “titles.”
When you play a DVD VIDEO which
contains several titles, you can select the title
you want using the TOP MENU button.
When you play DVD VIDEOs that allow you
to select items such as the language for the
subtitles and the language for the sound,
select these items using the MENU button.
of a picture or a music feature called “titles.”
When you play a DVD VIDEO which
contains several titles, you can select the title
you want using the TOP MENU button.
When you play DVD VIDEOs that allow you
to select items such as the language for the
subtitles and the language for the sound,
select these items using the MENU button.
1
Press TOP MENU or MENU.
The disc’s menu appears on the TV
screen.
The contents of the menu vary from disc
to disc.
screen.
The contents of the menu vary from disc
to disc.
2
Press
C/X/x/c to select the item
you want to play or change.
3
Press ENTER.
Selecting “ORIGINAL” or
“PLAY LIST” on a DVD-RW
Disc
“PLAY LIST” on a DVD-RW
Disc
Some DVD-RW discs in VR (Video
Recording) mode have two types of titles for
playback: originally recorded titles
(ORIGINAL) and titles that can be created on
recordable DVD players for editing (PLAY
LIST). You can select the type of titles to be
played.
Recording) mode have two types of titles for
playback: originally recorded titles
(ORIGINAL) and titles that can be created on
recordable DVD players for editing (PLAY
LIST). You can select the type of titles to be
played.
1
Press DISPLAY in stop mode.
The Control Menu appears.
2
Press
X/x to select
(ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST), then press
ENTER.
ENTER.
The options for “ORIGINAL/PLAY
LIST” appear.
LIST” appear.
TOP MENU
C/X/x/c
ENTER
MENU
DISPLAY
X/x
ENTER
1 8 ( 3 4 )
1 2 ( 2 7 )
DVD-RW
PLAY LIST
PLAY LIST
ORIGINAL
STOP
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