Sony DVP-FX810 Service Manual ▷ View online
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SECTION 1
GENERAL
This section is extracted from instruc-
tion manual (2-684-485-31).
tion manual (2-684-485-31).
DVP-FX810
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet,
unplug the player and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any further.
unplug the player and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any further.
This car adaptor is not intended to be serviced. Should the
product cease to function in its intended manner, it should
be returned to the manufacturer or be discarded.
product cease to function in its intended manner, it should
be returned to the manufacturer or be discarded.
Heat may build up while charging or during extended use.
This is not a malfunction.
This is not a malfunction.
On temperature increases
The power requirements of this unit are indicated on the AC
adaptor. Check that the unit's operating voltage is identical
adaptor. Check that the unit's operating voltage is identical
with your local power supply.
Caution The use of optical instruments with this product
will increase eye hazard.
will increase eye hazard.
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Do not put any foreign objects in the DC IN 9.5V (external
power input) jack.
power input) jack.
If the surrounding temperature is very high, the protective
function will turn off the player automatically.
Leave the player in a cool location for about 30 minutes
before using it again.
function will turn off the player automatically.
Leave the player in a cool location for about 30 minutes
before using it again.
On safety
On power sources
Use only the supplied AC adaptor. Do not use any other
AC adaptor. It may cause a malfunction.
AC adaptor. It may cause a malfunction.
Polarity of the plug
If the AC adaptor causes interference to radio reception,
move it away from the radio.
move it away from the radio.
Do not touch the AC adaptor with wet hands.
Even when the player is turned off, it is still connected to
the AC power source (mains) as long as it remains
connected to the wall outlet.
the AC power source (mains) as long as it remains
connected to the wall outlet.
If you are not going to use the player for a long time, be
sure to disconnect the player from the wall outlet. To
disconnect the AC power cord (mains), grasp the plug
itself; never pull the cord.
sure to disconnect the player from the wall outlet. To
disconnect the AC power cord (mains), grasp the plug
itself; never pull the cord.
When necessary, depending on the design of the wall
outlet, you may use a commercially available AC plug
adaptor.
outlet, you may use a commercially available AC plug
adaptor.
Should the AC power cord need to be changed, have it
done at a qualified service shop only.
done at a qualified service shop only.
Install this system so that the power cord can be
unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the event
of trouble.
unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the event
of trouble.
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To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled
with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
Never expose the battery pack to temperatures
above
above
140° F (60° C).Do not leave, for example,
in a car parked in the sun or
under direct sunlight.
Use only the battery (NP-FX110) supplied with
this player (DVP-FX810). The rechargeable
batteries supplied with other models cannot be
used with this player. Note that the battery may
explode if incorrectly replaced.
this player (DVP-FX810). The rechargeable
batteries supplied with other models cannot be
used with this player. Note that the battery may
explode if incorrectly replaced.
Certain countries may regulate disposal of the
battery
battery
used to power this product. Please consult
with your local
authorities.
Remove the battery from the player after use.
(Even if the player is off, it still uses some power.)
(Even if the player is off, it still uses some power.)
CAUTION
On the rechargeable battery
Charge the battery before you start using it.
Do not allow dust to come into contact with the
battery terminals of the player and battery.
battery terminals of the player and battery.
Do not short the terminals.
Do not open the terminal covers of the player.
Do not leave the battery in a place subject to direct
sunlight, or in a car with its windows closed.
sunlight, or in a car with its windows closed.
Keep the battery dry.
Do not disassemble.
Do not incinerate.
Dispose of used batteries promptly.
To dispose of the rechargeable battery
To store the rechargeable battery
The battery is consumed gradually as time elapses even
if is not used. In order to prevent the battery from
deteriorating, store it as follows:
The battery is consumed gradually as time elapses even
if is not used. In order to prevent the battery from
deteriorating, store it as follows:
Use up the battery completely on the player before
storing it.
storing it.
Keep the battery in a cool location to prevent it from
deteriorating.
deteriorating.
Charge and use the battery at least once every 6 months.
On charging the rechargeable battery
Heat may build up in the battery while charging. This is
not a malfunction.
not a malfunction.
When the battery life of a fully charged battery becomes
about half the normal life, you may need to replace the
battery with a new one.
about half the normal life, you may need to replace the
battery with a new one.
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Keep the lens on the player clean and do not touch it.
Touching the lens may damage
Touching the lens may damage
the lens
and cause
the player to malfunction.
Keep the player in a location with adequate ventilation
to prevent heat build-up in the player.
to prevent heat build-up in the player.
Do not put heavy objects on top of the player.
Doing so may damage the player and the discs.
Doing so may damage the player and the discs.
Do not leave the player near heat sources, or in a
place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or
sand, moisture, rain, mechanical shock, on an
uneven surface, or in a car with its windows closed.
place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or
sand, moisture, rain, mechanical shock, on an
uneven surface, or in a car with its windows closed.
Do not wrap the player in a cloth or blanket during use.
Doing so may cause malfunction or serious accidents.
Doing so may cause malfunction or serious accidents.
If the player is brought directly from a cold to
a
warm
location, or is placed in a very damp place,
moisture
may condense on the lens of the player. Should this
occur, the player may not operate properly. When
this happens, remove the disc and leave the player
for about half an hour until the moisture evaporates.
occur, the player may not operate properly. When
this happens, remove the disc and leave the player
for about half an hour until the moisture evaporates.
Do not move, shake or otherwise
allow any shock to
the player
while in operation. Doing so may cause a
malfunction.
If the player causes interference to radio or
television reception, turn off the player or move it
away from the radio or television.
television reception, turn off the player or move it
away from the radio or television.
Keep the player and discs away from equipment
with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens,
or large loudspeakers.
with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens,
or large loudspeakers.
Do not install this equipment in a confined space
such as a bookshelf or similar unit.
such as a bookshelf or similar unit.
Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g, heart,
square, star) cannot be played on this player.
Do not use such discs.
square, star) cannot be played on this player.
Do not use such discs.
Use this player in a stable, horizontal position
where it is not subject to vibration.
where it is not subject to vibration.
Do not touch the disc if it is still spinning when you
open the lid.
open the lid.
Before moving the player, remove the disc from it.
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Do not scratch the LCD or exert pressure on it.
Doing so could cause a malfunction.
Doing so could cause a malfunction.
Using the player in low temperature conditions may
produce a residual image on the screen. This is not a
malfunction. When the player returns to normal
temperature, the screen will return to normal.
produce a residual image on the screen. This is not a
malfunction. When the player returns to normal
temperature, the screen will return to normal.
Avoid using headphones at high volumes. Hearing
experts
experts
advise against continuous, loud, and extended
play. If you
experience a ringing in your ears, reduce
the volume or
discontinue use.
Do not use the monitor unit and headphones while
driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle.
Doing so may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in
some areas. It can also be potentially dangerous to
play your headsets at high volume while walking,
especially at pedestrian crossings. You should exercise
extreme caution or discontinue use in potentially
hazardous situations.
driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle.
Doing so may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in
some areas. It can also be potentially dangerous to
play your headsets at high volume while walking,
especially at pedestrian crossings. You should exercise
extreme caution or discontinue use in potentially
hazardous situations.
On handling the LCD screen
Although the LCD screen is made with high-precision
technology and has effective pixels of 99.99% or more,
black dots may appear or bright points of light (red, blue,
or green) may appear constantly on the LCD screen. This
is a structural property of the LCD panel and is not a
malfunction.
technology and has effective pixels of 99.99% or more,
black dots may appear or bright points of light (red, blue,
or green) may appear constantly on the LCD screen. This
is a structural property of the LCD panel and is not a
malfunction.
If you are going to leave the player for a long time, turn
off the power.
off the power.
The screen becomes warm during operation.
This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.
This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.
On headphones
Preventing hearing damage
Preventing hearing damage
Showing consideration for others
Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you to
hear outside sounds and still be considerate to the people
around you.
Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you to
hear outside sounds and still be considerate to the people
around you.
On adjusting the volume
Do not turn up the volume while listening to a section with
very low level inputs or no audio signal. If you do, the
speakers may be damaged when a peak-level section is
played.
Do not turn up the volume while listening to a section with
very low level inputs or no audio signal. If you do, the
speakers may be damaged when a peak-level section is
played.
Road safety
Do not install the monitor display where viewable by the
driver.
driver.
A residual image may appear on the screen if the same
image is displayed for a lengthy period of time.
The residual image will disappear after a short time.
image is displayed for a lengthy period of time.
The residual image will disappear after a short time.
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Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment
(Applicable in the European Union and other European
countries with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its packaging
indicates that this product shall not be treated as
household waste. It shall be handed over to the
applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical
and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is
disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment and
human health, which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handing of this product. The
recycling of materials will help to conserve natural
resources. For more detailed information about the
recycling of this product, please contact your local
city or town office, your household waste disposal
service or the shop where you purchased the product.
(Applicable in the European Union and other European
countries with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its packaging
indicates that this product shall not be treated as
household waste. It shall be handed over to the
applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical
and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is
disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment and
human health, which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handing of this product. The
recycling of materials will help to conserve natural
resources. For more detailed information about the
recycling of this product, please contact your local
city or town office, your household waste disposal
service or the shop where you purchased the product.
For Customers in Netherlands
To transport this player, use the original
carton box
and packing materials.
Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth
slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution.
Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder,
or solvent such as alcohol or benzene.
slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution.
Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder,
or solvent such as alcohol or benzene.
Caution: This player is capable of holding a still video
image or on-screen display image on your television
screen indefinitely. If you leave the still video image
or
image or on-screen display image on your television
screen indefinitely. If you leave the still video image
or
on-screen display image displayed on your TV for
an
extended period of time you risk permanent
damage to
your television screen. Plasma Display
Panel televisions
and projection televisions are
especially susceptible to damage from such use.
On transportation
Before you move this player, make sure to remove
any discs from it.
any discs from it.
On cleaning
On cleaning discs, disc/lens cleaners
Do not use a commercially available cleaning disc or
disc/lens cleaner (wet or spray type). These may cause
the apparatus to malfunction.
Do not use a commercially available cleaning disc or
disc/lens cleaner (wet or spray type). These may cause
the apparatus to malfunction.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
If you have any questions or problems concerning
your player, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
your player, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Caution:
Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.
Never expose the battery pack to temperatures above
140°F (60°C) such as in a car parked in the sun or under
direct sunlight.
Never expose the battery pack to temperatures above
140°F (60°C) such as in a car parked in the sun or under
direct sunlight.
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About This Manual
The subject of this user manual is explanation of the
functions usable through the buttons of the remote
control. Remote control buttons the same as on the
DVD player itself are used in the same manner.
functions usable through the buttons of the remote
control. Remote control buttons the same as on the
DVD player itself are used in the same manner.
This user manual employs the code marked on the
right.
right.
During operation, “ ” may appear on the LCD screen.
This symbol indicates that a function explained in the
user manual is not available on the current disc.
This symbol indicates that a function explained in the
user manual is not available on the current disc.
MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer Ⅲ) is a standard format defined by ISO (International
Organization for Standardization)/IEC (International Electrotechnical
Commission) MPEG which compresses audio data.
Organization for Standardization)/IEC (International Electrotechnical
Commission) MPEG which compresses audio data.
Functions available for DVD VIDEO, DVD+RW/DVD+R
(+VR Mode), DVD-RW/DVD-R (Video Mode)
(+VR Mode), DVD-RW/DVD-R (Video Mode)
Functions available for DVD-R/DVD-RW(VR Mode)
Functions available for music CD or CD-R/ CD-RW in
music CD format
Functions available for music CD or CD-R/ CD-RW in
music CD format
Code
Description
About Playable Discs
About Playable Discs
Disc format
Disc format
“DVD+RW” “DVD-RW” “DVD+R” “DVD-R” “DVD VIDEO”
“CD” “CD-RW” “CD-R” are trademarks.
“CD” “CD-RW” “CD-R” are trademarks.
DVD VIDEO
A disc of animated or audio recordings with the same diameter (12 cm)
as a CD/CD-ROM. Depending on the disc, turn on multiple audio
languages and/or subtitles. There are many ways of enjoying this
product. Video recording may not be performed on this disc.
DVD-RW/-R
This DVD-RW/-R disc can record a DVD VIDEO disc of the same
size. In addition, DVD-RW can be rewritten.
On the DVD-RW/-R, there are two recording modes, video
mode and VR mode.
Video mode is compatible with DVD VIDEO format.
Various editing or recording impossible with video mode are
possible in VR (Video Recording) mode.
DVD+RW/+R
This DVD+RW/+R disc can record a DVD VIDEO disc of the same
size. In addition, DVD+RW can be rewritten.
DVD+RW employs a recording method which can take on
compatibility with DVD VIDEO format.
A disc of animated or audio recordings with the same diameter (12 cm)
as a CD/CD-ROM. Depending on the disc, turn on multiple audio
languages and/or subtitles. There are many ways of enjoying this
product. Video recording may not be performed on this disc.
DVD-RW/-R
This DVD-RW/-R disc can record a DVD VIDEO disc of the same
size. In addition, DVD-RW can be rewritten.
On the DVD-RW/-R, there are two recording modes, video
mode and VR mode.
Video mode is compatible with DVD VIDEO format.
Various editing or recording impossible with video mode are
possible in VR (Video Recording) mode.
DVD+RW/+R
This DVD+RW/+R disc can record a DVD VIDEO disc of the same
size. In addition, DVD+RW can be rewritten.
DVD+RW employs a recording method which can take on
compatibility with DVD VIDEO format.
DVD VIDEO
DVD-RW/-R
DVD+RW/+R
Disc related terms
Disc related terms
Functions available for VIDEO CD (including Super VCD
or CD-R/CD-RW in video CD format or Super VCD format)
or CD-R/CD-RW in video CD format or Super VCD format)
Functions available for a data disc (Including DivX video
files)
files)
Music CD/
VIDEO CD
VIDEO CD
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MP3 is an audio compression format with near CD quality.
Joint Pictures Expert Group. JPEG is a type of
still picture data compression format.
still picture data compression format.
This appliance is manufactured in compliance with
Dolby Laboratories Licensing. Dolby, Pro Logic,
and the double D symbol are registered trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby Laboratories Licensing. Dolby, Pro Logic,
and the double D symbol are registered trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories.
Notes:
Depending on the state of recording on the disc, it may
not play on this appliance.
not play on this appliance.
MP3 and JPEG files recorded on the second layer of a
DVD+R DL/-R DL (double layered) cannot be played.
DVD+R DL/-R DL (double layered) cannot be played.
CD-R/RW (DVD
±
R/
±
RW) written in packet format
cannot be played.
CD-R/RW written in multiple sessions may
not be played.
CD-R/RW file names written in the UDF file system
may not be displayed properly.
may not be displayed properly.
To play DVD-RW/-R or DVD+R discs recorded by a
recorder or similar machine, they must be finalized.
Discs not finalized cannot be played.
recorder or similar machine, they must be finalized.
Discs not finalized cannot be played.
About Playable Discs (continued)
About region codes
This is a system designed with the aim of protecting
an author's copyright. DVD Video Parts The region
code corresponding to the country of sale is displayed
in the box. If the region code from the registered
trademark includes “All” or “2”, then it is playable on
this machine.
an author's copyright. DVD Video Parts The region
code corresponding to the country of sale is displayed
in the box. If the region code from the registered
trademark includes “All” or “2”, then it is playable on
this machine.
Note on DualDiscs
DVD-R DL discs recorded in VR mode cannot be played.
This machine will play 8 cm DVD discs.
A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which
mates DVD recorded material on one side with
digital audio material on the other side.
However, since the audio material side does not
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard,
playback on this product is not guaranteed.
mates DVD recorded material on one side with
digital audio material on the other side.
However, since the audio material side does not
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard,
playback on this product is not guaranteed.
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Hint:
How to operate the “playback” function
Cautions for playing DVD and other operations.
About copyright
This product incorporates copyright protection technology
that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual
property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology
must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for
home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise
authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or
disassembly is prohibited.
that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual
property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology
must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for
home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise
authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or
disassembly is prohibited.
Notes on handling discs
How to handle discs
Do not touch the playing surface when holding discs.
Do not stick paper or tape on discs.
Do not stick paper or tape on discs.
Storing discs
Do not leave discs in places exposed to direct
sunlight, high temperature, or high humidity.
Please keep discs in their cases. Stacking uncased
discs may cause them to bend or warp.
sunlight, high temperature, or high humidity.
Please keep discs in their cases. Stacking uncased
discs may cause them to bend or warp.
Cleaning discs
Fingerprints or dust on a disc may cause the image
or sound quality to deteriorate. Use only clean discs.
For regular cleaning, wipe the disc with a soft cloth
from the center out to its edge.
or sound quality to deteriorate. Use only clean discs.
For regular cleaning, wipe the disc with a soft cloth
from the center out to its edge.
If the disc is very dirty, lightly wet a cloth and wipe it,
then take off moisture with a dry cloth.
then take off moisture with a dry cloth.
Do not use benzene, commercial record cleaning
fluid, or anti-static spray, as these may harm the
disc’s protective coating.
fluid, or anti-static spray, as these may harm the
disc’s protective coating.
Do not use any discs covered with scotch tape or
CD rental labels, or glue-marks where these have
been removed. If put in the DVD player, such discs
may become stuck or cause a malfunction.
CD rental labels, or glue-marks where these have
been removed. If put in the DVD player, such discs
may become stuck or cause a malfunction.
Certain playback operations of DVD may be
intentionally set by the software producers. Since
this player plays DVD according to the disc contents
the software producers designed, some playback
features may not be available. Please make sure
also to read the instructions of any discs played.
intentionally set by the software producers. Since
this player plays DVD according to the disc contents
the software producers designed, some playback
features may not be available. Please make sure
also to read the instructions of any discs played.
This player only takes conventional round music
CD discs. Using non-round discs (i.e. novelty star
or heart-shaped discs) may cause the player to
malfunction.
CD discs. Using non-round discs (i.e. novelty star
or heart-shaped discs) may cause the player to
malfunction.
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