Sony DVP-FX815 (serv.man2) Service Manual ▷ View online
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Some playback operations of DVDs may be
intentionally set by software producers. Since this
player plays DVDs according to the disc contents the
software producers designed, some playback
features may not be available. Also, refer to the
instructions supplied with the DVDs.
intentionally set by software producers. Since this
player plays DVDs according to the disc contents the
software producers designed, some playback
features may not be available. Also, refer to the
instructions supplied with the DVDs.
Note on playback operations of DVDs
Copyrights
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 Macro vision. Reverse
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
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 Macro vision. Reverse
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
Notes about the Discs
On handling discs
To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge.
Do not touch the surface.
Do not touch the surface.
Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.
On storing discs
Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat
sources such as air ducts, or leave it in a car parked
in direct sunlight as the temperature may rise
considerably inside the car.
sources such as air ducts, or leave it in a car parked
in direct sunlight as the temperature may rise
considerably inside the car.
After playing, store the disc in its case.
On cleaning discs
Fingerprints or dust on a disc may cause the image
or sound quality to deteriorate. Use clean discs.
or sound quality to deteriorate. Use clean discs.
Wipe the disc with a soft cloth from the center out.
If the disc is very dirty, first wipe it with a damp
cloth, then wipe it again with a dry cloth.
cloth, then wipe it again with a dry cloth.
Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner,
commercially available cleaners, or anti-static
spray intended for vinyl LPs.
commercially available cleaners, or anti-static
spray intended for vinyl LPs.
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Table of Contents
Introduction
WARNING
Welcome!
Important Safety Instructions
Precautions
About This Manual
This Player Can Play the Following Discs
Notes on playback operations of DVDs
Copyrights
Notes about the Discs
Table of Contents
Identification of Controls
Main Unit
Remote
LCD Panel
Power Connections
AC Adaptor
Battery Pack
Welcome!
Important Safety Instructions
Precautions
About This Manual
This Player Can Play the Following Discs
Notes on playback operations of DVDs
Copyrights
Notes about the Discs
Table of Contents
Identification of Controls
Main Unit
Remote
LCD Panel
Power Connections
AC Adaptor
Battery Pack
Basic Operations
Playing a Disc
Basic Playback
Stop Play
Resume Play
Pause
Search
Slow Motion
Screen Saver
On-Screen Display
Basic Playback
Stop Play
Resume Play
Pause
Search
Slow Motion
Screen Saver
On-Screen Display
Advanced Operations
General Features
Top Menu
DVD Menu
Top Menu
DVD Menu
Moving to another TITLE
Moving to another CHAPTER
Time Search
Changing the Audio Language
Subtitles
Camera Angle
Repeat
Repeat A-B
Time Display
Playing an Audio CD or MP3 Disc
Programmed Playback
Random Play
Viewing a JPEG Disc
Playing a DivX video
Moving to another CHAPTER
Time Search
Changing the Audio Language
Subtitles
Camera Angle
Repeat
Repeat A-B
Time Display
Playing an Audio CD or MP3 Disc
Programmed Playback
Random Play
Viewing a JPEG Disc
Playing a DivX video
Initial Settings
Initial Settings
GENERAL SETUP
AUDIO SETUP
LANGUAGE SETUP
PARENTAL CONTROL
EXIT SETUP
GENERAL SETUP
AUDIO SETUP
LANGUAGE SETUP
PARENTAL CONTROL
EXIT SETUP
Connections
Setting up the Player
To use the player with car battery adaptor
To use the player with car battery adaptor
Reference
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Specifications
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14-19
14-15
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20-22
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23-27
23-25
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Introduction
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1. LCD screen (page 19)
2. LCD MODE button (page 24-25)
3. DISPLAY button (page 28)
4. RETURN button (page 18)
5. / / / button, ENTER button (page 18)
6. Remote sensor (page 16)
7. MENU button (page 29)
8. Speaker
9. PREV / NEXT buttons (page 29)
10. STOP button (page 26)
11. PAUSE button (page 26)
12. PLAY button (page 26)
13. Disc Lid (page 23)
14. Charge indicator (page 22)
2. LCD MODE button (page 24-25)
3. DISPLAY button (page 28)
4. RETURN button (page 18)
5. / / / button, ENTER button (page 18)
6. Remote sensor (page 16)
7. MENU button (page 29)
8. Speaker
9. PREV / NEXT buttons (page 29)
10. STOP button (page 26)
11. PAUSE button (page 26)
12. PLAY button (page 26)
13. Disc Lid (page 23)
14. Charge indicator (page 22)
During recharging: Orange ON
15. Power indicator (page 23)
POWER ON: Green ON
POWER OFF: Green OFF
NOTE:
Place a disc with the playback side down on the
spindle, and push gently on the center of the disc
so it goes into position.
spindle, and push gently on the center of the disc
so it goes into position.
Identification of Controls
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Identification of Controls (continued)
1. Lid open knob
2. Remote sensor (page 16)
3. POWER and HOLD switch (page 23)
The hold function locks the buttons on the DVD player so that
they will not work if accidentally touched.
they will not work if accidentally touched.
To enable, slide the HOLD switch on the left side of the DVD
player to the HOLD position.
player to the HOLD position.
To disable, slide the switch back to its original position.
4. VOLUME dial (page 23)
5. PHONES jack 1,2
6. AUDIO IN/OUT Jack (page 46)
7. VIDEO IN/OUT Jack (page 46)
8. LINE SELECT IN/OUT Switch (page 46)
9. DC IN 9.5V Jack (page 20)
Connect the AC adaptor.
HOLD switch
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Introduction
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Identification of Controls (continued)
Remote
Inserting batteries into the remote
You can control the player using the supplied remote.
Insert two size AA(R6) batteries (supplied) by
matching the and ends on the batteries to the
markings inside the compartment. When using the
remote, point it at the remote sensor on the player.
Insert two size AA(R6) batteries (supplied) by
matching the and ends on the batteries to the
markings inside the compartment. When using the
remote, point it at the remote sensor on the player.
NOTES:
Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or
humid place.
humid place.
Do not drop any foreign object into the remote
casing, particularly when replacing the batteries.
casing, particularly when replacing the batteries.
Do not expose the remote sensor to direct light from
the sun or lighting apparatus. Doing so may cause a
malfunction.
the sun or lighting apparatus. Doing so may cause a
malfunction.
If you do not use the remote for an extended period
of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible
damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible
damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
Insert the end first
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1. AUDIO button (page 30)
2. ANGLE button (page 30)
3. REPEAT button (page 31)
4. PROGRAM button (page 35-36)
5. RANDOM button (page 36)
6. A-B button (page 34)
7. PREV/NEXT button (page 29)
8. SCAN/SLOW button (page 26-27)
9. CLEAR button (page 35)
10. PLAY button (page 23)
11. *TOP MENU button (page 18)
12. DISPLAY button (page 28)
13. POWER button
14. Number button
15. SET UP button (page 42-45)
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Identification of Controls (continued)
Introduction
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16. STOP button (page 26)
17. MENU button (page 29)
17. MENU button (page 29)
Use the MENU button to display the menu screen
included on a DVD disc.
included on a DVD disc.
To operate a menu screen, follow the instructions
in “Using a DVD Menu”.
in “Using a DVD Menu”.
18. PAUSE button (page 26)
19. / / / button, ENTER button
19. / / / button, ENTER button
(Left, up, down, right) for use in highlighting a
selection on a GUI menu screen, TOP MENU and
MENU screen.
selection on a GUI menu screen, TOP MENU and
MENU screen.
When playing a DVD, the / buttons on the unit
perform as SCAN/SLOW buttons, and the ENTER
button on the unit performs as the PLAY button.
perform as SCAN/SLOW buttons, and the ENTER
button on the unit performs as the PLAY button.
NOTE:
When playing some DVDs, the / buttons on the
unit may not function. Use the / buttons on the
remote instead.
unit may not function. Use the / buttons on the
remote instead.
20. RETURN button
Use the remote in front of the remote sensor.
Do not drop or hit the remote.
Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or
humid place.
humid place.
Do not expose the remote to water or set it on top
of something wet.
of something wet.
Do not disassemble the remote.
Use the RETURN button to return from the menus
of Display, Setup or LCD Mode.
of Display, Setup or LCD Mode.
*TOP MENU button:
Use the TOP MENU button to display the title
screen included on DVD video discs (page 29).
screen included on DVD video discs (page 29).
About the Remote
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Identification of Controls (continued)
LCD Panel
Features of Revolving LCD panel
You can revolve the LCD panel of this player
clockwise a maximum of 180° for use. You can also
operate the player after revolving the LCD panel 180°
and folding it back down.
clockwise a maximum of 180° for use. You can also
operate the player after revolving the LCD panel 180°
and folding it back down.
Revolving the LCD panel
1. Place the unit on a stable and even surface such as
on a table.
2. Push the LCD panel up using your thumbs and then
lift it into a vertical position. (Refer to Picture 1.)
3. Revolve the LCD panel clockwise slowly 180° until
it clicks. (Refer to Picture 2.)
TIPS:
Do not revolve the LCD panel if it is not fully
opened, as it may become scratched.
opened, as it may become scratched.
Do not revolve the LCD panel more than 180° or
in the opposite direction as shown below. Doing
so may damage the LCD panel.
in the opposite direction as shown below. Doing
so may damage the LCD panel.
Picture 1
Picture 2
Picture 3
Folding the LCD panel after revolving it
Press the LCD panel down to the top of the unit
after revolving it clockwise 180°. In this position,
the panel faces up word. (Refer to Picture 3.)
after revolving it clockwise 180°. In this position,
the panel faces up word. (Refer to Picture 3.)
Revolving the LCD panel to its original position
1. Open the LCD panel to a vertical position.
2. Revolve the LCD panel counterclockwise slowly
180° until it clicks.
When finished using the player, return the LCD
panel to its original position.
panel to its original position.
Do not leave the LCD panel in the face-up
position, or sudden shocks may damage it.
position, or sudden shocks may damage it.
TIPS:
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Identification of Controls (continued)
Introduction
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