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Searching for a Scene
Searching for a Title/
Chapter/Track/Index/
Scene
Chapter/Track/Index/
Scene
(Search mode)
You can search a DVD by title or chapter, and
you can search a VIDEO CD/CD by track,
index, or scene. As titles and tracks are
assigned unique numbers on the disc, you can
select the desired one by entering its number.
Or, you can search for a scene using the time
code.
you can search a VIDEO CD/CD by track,
index, or scene. As titles and tracks are
assigned unique numbers on the disc, you can
select the desired one by entering its number.
Or, you can search for a scene using the time
code.
1
Press SEARCH MODE.
The following display appears.
“ -- (**)” appears next to the icon (**
“ -- (**)” appears next to the icon (**
refers to a number).
The number in parentheses indicates the
total number of titles, tracks, indexes,
scenes, etc. of the disc.
The number in parentheses indicates the
total number of titles, tracks, indexes,
scenes, etc. of the disc.
2
Press SEARCH MODE repeatedly
to select the search method.
◆ When playing a DVD
TITLE
CHAPTER
TIME/TEXT
CHAPTER
TIME/TEXT
Select “ TIME/TEXT” to search for a
starting point by inputting the time code.
◆ When playing a VIDEO CD
starting point by inputting the time code.
◆ When playing a VIDEO CD
TRACK
INDEX
INDEX
◆ When playing a VIDEO CD with PBC
Playback
Playback
SCENE
INDEX
INDEX
◆ When playing a CD
TRACK
INDEX
INDEX
◆ When playing a DATA CD (MP3 audio)
ALBUM
TRACK
TRACK
3
Select the number of the title,
track, scene, time code, etc. you
want by pressing the number
want by pressing the number
buttons to select the digit.
For example, to find the scene at 2 hours,
10 minutes, and 20 seconds after the
beginning, select “ TIME/TEXT” in Step
2 and enter “ 2:10:20.”
10 minutes, and 20 seconds after the
beginning, select “ TIME/TEXT” in Step
2 and enter “ 2:10:20.”
If you make a mistake
Cancel the number by pressing CLEAR,
then select another number.
Cancel the number by pressing CLEAR,
then select another number.
4
Press ENTER.
The player starts playback from the
selected number.
selected number.
To turn off the display
Press SEARCH MODE repeatedly until the
display is turned off.
Press SEARCH MODE repeatedly until the
display is turned off.
Number
buttons
buttons
ENTER
SEARCH
MODE
MODE
CLEAR
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• You can display the first scene of titles, chapters
• You can display the first scene of titles, chapters
or tracks recorded on the disc on a screen divided
into 9 sections. You can start playback directly by
selecting one of the scenes. For details, see page
41.
into 9 sections. You can start playback directly by
selecting one of the scenes. For details, see page
41.
• You can also select “ TITLE,” “ CHAPTER,”
“ TRACK,” “ INDEX,” “ SCENE,” “ TIME/
TEXT,” or “ ALBUM” from the Control Menu
(page 12).
TEXT,” or “ ALBUM” from the Control Menu
(page 12).
Searching by Scene
(PICTURE NAVIGATION)
You can divide the screen into 9 subscreens
and find the desired scene quickly.
and find the desired scene quickly.
1
Press PICTURE NAVI during
playback.
The following display appears.
2
Press PICTURE NAVI repeatedly to
select the item.
select the item.
Refer to the explanations given for each
item in the following sections.
• TITLE VIEWER (for DVD only)
• CHAPTER VIEWER (for DVD only)
• TRACK VIEWER (for VIDEO CD
item in the following sections.
• TITLE VIEWER (for DVD only)
• CHAPTER VIEWER (for DVD only)
• TRACK VIEWER (for VIDEO CD
only)
• STROBE PLAYBACK
• ANGLE VIEWER (for DVD only)
• ANGLE VIEWER (for DVD only)
3
Press ENTER.
ENTER
O RETURN
PICTURE
NAVI
NAVI
C/X/x/c
X
TITLE VIEWER
ENTER
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To return to normal play
Press
Press
O RETURN.
z Hint
You can also select “ PICTURE NAVIGATION”
from the Control Menu (page 12).
You can also select “ PICTURE NAVIGATION”
from the Control Menu (page 12).
Notes
• The “ PICTURE NAVIGATION” is not available
when playing Super VCDs.
• Depending on the disc, you may not be able to
select all functions.
• The sound is muted when using this function.
Scanning the title, chapter, or
track (TITLE VIEWER, CHAPTER
VIEWER, TRACK VIEWER)
track (TITLE VIEWER, CHAPTER
VIEWER, TRACK VIEWER)
You can divide the screen into 9 subscreens
and display the first scene of titles, chapters,
or tracks.
and display the first scene of titles, chapters,
or tracks.
You can also play back from the selected title,
chapter, or track. After performing Step 3 of
“ Searching by Scene” above, select the scene
using
chapter, or track. After performing Step 3 of
“ Searching by Scene” above, select the scene
using
C/X/x/c and press ENTER.
z Hint
If there are more than 9 titles, chapters, or tracks,
If there are more than 9 titles, chapters, or tracks,
V
is displayed at the bottom right.
To display the additional titles, chapters, or tracks,
select the bottom right scene (the position 9) and
press
To display the additional titles, chapters, or tracks,
select the bottom right scene (the position 9) and
press
x. To return to the previous scene, select the
top left scene (the position 1) and press
X.
Dividing a scene into 9 sections
(STROBE PLAYBACK)
(STROBE PLAYBACK)
You can display 9 consecutive moving
pictures on the screen.
pictures on the screen.
When you press
X after performing Step 3 of
“ Searching by Scene” above, the moving
pictures pause.
pictures pause.
Displaying different angles
simultaneously (ANGLE VIEWER)
simultaneously (ANGLE VIEWER)
If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene
are recorded on the DVD, you can display all
of the angles recorded on the disc on the
screen divided into 9 sections.
are recorded on the DVD, you can display all
of the angles recorded on the disc on the
screen divided into 9 sections.
You can also play back from the selected
angle. After performing Step 3 of “ Searching
by Scene” above, select the angle using
angle. After performing Step 3 of “ Searching
by Scene” above, select the angle using
C/X/
x/c and press ENTER.
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Enjoying Karaoke
Using Karaoke
You can enjoy karaoke (singing along with a
disc) by connecting a microphone (not
supplied) to the player.
disc) by connecting a microphone (not
supplied) to the player.
Adjusting the microphone
1
Set the MIC LEVEL control of the MIC
connector to MIN.
connector to MIN.
2
Plug a microphone (not supplied) into
the MIC connector.
the MIC connector.
3
Set the ON/OFF switch on the
microphone to ON and turn the MIC
LEVEL control to adjust the
microphone volume.
microphone to ON and turn the MIC
LEVEL control to adjust the
microphone volume.
4
Turn the ECHO LEVEL control to adjust
the echo.
the echo.
z Hint
If howling occurs:
– move the microphone away from the speakers.
– lower the MIC LEVEL or ECHO LEVEL.
– lower the overall volume.
If howling occurs:
– move the microphone away from the speakers.
– lower the MIC LEVEL or ECHO LEVEL.
– lower the overall volume.
Note
The sound input from the microphone is not output
from the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL and
COAXIAL) connectors.
from the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL and
COAXIAL) connectors.
Dolby Digital Karaoke format
Dolby Digital format, which reproduces
surround sound using 5 channels, contains the
“ Dolby Digital Karaoke” format specialized
for karaoke. In the Dolby Digital Karaoke
format discs, guide melody and guide vocal
tracks are recorded in addition to the
accompaniment.
surround sound using 5 channels, contains the
“ Dolby Digital Karaoke” format specialized
for karaoke. In the Dolby Digital Karaoke
format discs, guide melody and guide vocal
tracks are recorded in addition to the
accompaniment.
Speaker output in normal Dolby Digital
format (5 channel surround)
format (5 channel surround)
Speaker output in Dolby Digital Karaoke
format
format
You can check the audio information using
“ AUDIO” in the Control Menu display (page
12). When playing a Dolby Digital Karaoke
disc, “
“ AUDIO” in the Control Menu display (page
12). When playing a Dolby Digital Karaoke
disc, “
9 KARAOKE” appears at the current
audio format (page 50).
MIC connector
MIC LEVEL
control
control
ECHO LEVEL
control
control
Microphone
(not supplied)
(not supplied)
Front (L)
Center
Front (R)
Rear (L)
Rear (R)
Accompaniment
(L)
(L)
Accompaniment
(R)
(R)
Guide melody
Guide vocal 1
Guide vocal 2
You can select any of these.
These are output from the
front speakers (L, R).
These are output from the
front speakers (L, R).
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Example:
Selecting the Vocals
(Vocal Select)
(Vocal Select)
You can change the guide vocal channel and
select different kinds of vocals.
select different kinds of vocals.
1
Press VOCAL SELECT during
playback.
The following display appears.
2
Press VOCAL SELECT repeatedly
to select the desired vocal
to select the desired vocal
channel.
The output channel changes as follows.
The default setting is underlined.
◆ When playing a DVD
The default setting is underlined.
◆ When playing a DVD
KARAOKE
DOLBY DIGITAL 3 / 2
2/0: Recorded only with
accompaniment.
3/0: Recorded with guide
melody.
3/1: Recorded with guide
melody and guide
vocal.
vocal.
3/2: Recorded with guide
melody and two kinds
of guide vocals.
of guide vocals.
VOCAL SELECT
1+2
OFF
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1+2 (Guide vocal 1+2)
m
1 (Guide vocal 1)
m
2 (Guide vocal 2)
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◆ When playing a VIDEO CD or CD
◆ When playing a Super VCD
z Hints
• The channel returns to the default setting when:
– you turn off the power.
– you remove the disc.
• When playing a DVD recorded only with one
• The channel returns to the default setting when:
– you turn off the power.
– you remove the disc.
• When playing a DVD recorded only with one
kind of guide vocal, select “ OFF” or “ 1.”
Notes
• When playing a DVD, the function works only
with the Dolby Digital Karaoke format.
• If you select a channel other than “ OFF” when
playing a DVD, the guide melody is also output.
• Depending on the discs, you may not be able to do
the operations above.
STEREO
(The standard stereo
sound)
m
1/L (The sound of the left channel
(monaural))
(monaural))
m
2/R (The sound of the right channel
(monaural))
(monaural))
,
1:STEREO
(The stereo sound of the
audio track 1)
m
1:1/L (The sound of the left channel
of the audio track 1 (monaural))
of the audio track 1 (monaural))
m
1:2/R (The sound of the right
channel of the audio track 1
(monaural))
channel of the audio track 1
(monaural))
m
2:STEREO (The stereo sound of
the audio track 2)
the audio track 2)
m
2:1/L (The sound of the left channel
of the audio track 2 (monaural))
of the audio track 2 (monaural))
m
2:2/R (The sound of the right
channel of the audio track 2
(monaural))
channel of the audio track 2
(monaural))
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Viewing Information About the
Disc
Disc
Checking the Playing
Time and Remaining
Time
Time and Remaining
Time
You can check the playing time and
remaining time of the current title, chapter, or
track. Also, you can check the DVD/CD text
or track name (MP3 audio) recorded on the
disc.
remaining time of the current title, chapter, or
track. Also, you can check the DVD/CD text
or track name (MP3 audio) recorded on the
disc.
1
Press TIME/TEXT during playback.
The following display appears.
2
Press TIME/TEXT repeatedly to
change the time information.
The display and the kinds of time that you
can change depend on the disc you are
playing.
can change depend on the disc you are
playing.
◆ When playing a DVD
• T **:**:**
• T **:**:**
Playing time of the current title
• T– **:**:**
Remaining time of the current title
• C **:**:**
Playing time of the current chapter
• C– **:**:**
Remaining time of the current chapter
◆ When playing a VIDEO CD (with PBC
functions)
• **:**
functions)
• **:**
Playing time of the current scene
◆ When playing a VIDEO CD (without
PBC functions) or CD
• T **:**
PBC functions) or CD
• T **:**
Playing time of the current track
• T– **:**
Remaining time of the current track
• D **:**
Playing time of the current disc
• D – **:**
Remaining time of the current disc
◆ When playing a Super VCD
The remaining time cannot be displayed.
• T **:**
The remaining time cannot be displayed.
• T **:**
Playing time of the current track
◆ When playing a DATA CD (MP3 audio)
• ****:**
• ****:**
Playing time of the current track
To check the DVD/CD text or track and
album names (MP3 audio)
Press TIME/TEXT repeatedly in Step 2 to
display text recorded on the DVD/CD/DATA
CD.
The DVD/CD text appears only when text is
recorded in the disc. You cannot change the
text. If the disc does not contain text, “ NO
TEXT” appears.
album names (MP3 audio)
Press TIME/TEXT repeatedly in Step 2 to
display text recorded on the DVD/CD/DATA
CD.
The DVD/CD text appears only when text is
recorded in the disc. You cannot change the
text. If the disc does not contain text, “ NO
TEXT” appears.
For DATA CDs, the track and album names
of the MP3 audio track appears (page 49).
of the MP3 audio track appears (page 49).
TIME/TEXT
PLAY
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Time
information
information
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Checking the information on the
front panel display
front panel display
You can view the time information and text
displayed on the TV screen also on the front
panel display. The information on the front
panel display changes as follows when you
change the time information on your TV
screen.
displayed on the TV screen also on the front
panel display. The information on the front
panel display changes as follows when you
change the time information on your TV
screen.
When playing a DVD
When playing a DATA CD (MP3 audio)
When playing a VIDEO CD (without PBC
functions) or CD
functions) or CD
z Hints
• When playing VIDEO CDs with PBC functions,
• When playing VIDEO CDs with PBC functions,
the scene number and the playing time are
displayed.
displayed.
• Long text that does not fit in a single line will
scroll across the front panel display.
• You can also check the time information and text
using the Control Menu (page 12).
Notes
• Depending on the type of disc being played, the
DVD/CD text or track name may not be
displayed.
displayed.
• The player can only display the first level of the
DVD/CD text, such as the disc name or title.
• Playing time of MP3 audio tracks may not be
displayed correctly.
TITLE
TRACK
CHAP
INDEX
ANGLE
NTSC
HOUR
MIN
SEC
TITLE
TRACK
CHAP
INDEX
ANGLE
NTSC
HOUR
MIN
SEC
TITLE
TRACK
CHAP
INDEX
ANGLE
NTSC
HOUR
MIN
SEC
TITLE
TRACK
CHAP
INDEX
ANGLE
NTSC
HOUR
MIN
SEC
TITLE
TRACK
CHAP
INDEX
ANGLE
NTSC
HOUR
MIN
SEC
Title playing time and the current title
and chapter number
and chapter number
Remaining time of the current title
Playing time and number of the
current chapter
current chapter
Remaining time of the current
chapter
chapter
Text
TITLE
TRACK
CHAP
INDEX
ANGLE
NTSC
HOUR
MIN
SEC
TITLE
TRACK
CHAP
INDEX
ANGLE
NTSC
HOUR
MIN
SEC
Track name
Playing time and number of the current
track and album
track and album
TITLE
TRACK
CHAP
INDEX
ANGLE
NTSC
HOUR
MIN
SEC
TITLE
TRACK
CHAP
INDEX
ANGLE
NTSC
HOUR
MIN
SEC
TITLE
TRACK
CHAP
INDEX
ANGLE
NTSC
HOUR
MIN
SEC
TITLE
TRACK
CHAP
INDEX
ANGLE
NTSC
HOUR
MIN
SEC
TITLE
TRACK
CHAP
INDEX
ANGLE
NTSC
HOUR
MIN
SEC
Track playing time and the current
track and index number
track and index number
Remaining time of the current track
Remaining time of the disc
Text
Playing time of the disc
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Checking the Play
Information
Information
You can check information such as the bit
rate or the disc layer that is being played.
rate or the disc layer that is being played.
Checking the play information of
a DVD (ADVANCED)
a DVD (ADVANCED)
1
Press DISPLAY during playback.
The Control Menu is displayed.
The Control Menu is displayed.
2
Press
X/x to select
(ADVANCED), then press ENTER.
The options for “ ADVANCED” appear.
The options for “ ADVANCED” appear.
3
Press
X/x to select items.
For each item, please refer to “ Displays
of each item.”
• BIT RATE: displays the bit rate.
• LAYER: displays the layer and the
of each item.”
• BIT RATE: displays the bit rate.
• LAYER: displays the layer and the
pick-up point.
4
Press ENTER.
To close the ADVANCED window
Select “ OFF” in Step 3.
Select “ OFF” in Step 3.
To turn off the Control Menu
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control
Menu is turned off.
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control
Menu is turned off.
Displays of each item
By pressing DISPLAY repeatedly, you can
display either “ BIT RATE” or “ LAYER,”
whichever was selected in “ ADVANCED.”
◆BIT RATE
By pressing DISPLAY repeatedly, you can
display either “ BIT RATE” or “ LAYER,”
whichever was selected in “ ADVANCED.”
◆BIT RATE
When playing MPEG audio sound tracks
Bit rate refers to the amount of video/audio
data per second in a disc. While playing a
disc, an approximate bit rate of the playback
picture is displayed as Mbps (Mega bit per
second) and the audio as kbps (kilo bit per
second). The higher the bit rate, the larger the
amount of data. However, this does not
always mean that you can get higher quality
pictures or sounds.
◆LAYER
data per second in a disc. While playing a
disc, an approximate bit rate of the playback
picture is displayed as Mbps (Mega bit per
second) and the audio as kbps (kilo bit per
second). The higher the bit rate, the larger the
amount of data. However, this does not
always mean that you can get higher quality
pictures or sounds.
◆LAYER
Indicates the approximate point where the
disc is playing.
If it is a dual-layer DVD, the player indicates
which layer is being read (“ Layer 0” or
“ Layer 1” ).
For details on the layers, see page 74 (DVD).
disc is playing.
If it is a dual-layer DVD, the player indicates
which layer is being read (“ Layer 0” or
“ Layer 1” ).
For details on the layers, see page 74 (DVD).
ENTER
X/x
DISPLAY
TIME/TEXT
1 8 ( 3 4 )
1 2 ( 2 7 )
T 1 : 3 2 : 5 5
BIT RATE
DVD VIDEO
BIT RATE
0
5
10
kbps
Mbps
384
OFF
BIT RATE
LAYER
LAYER
PLAY
BIT RATE
0
5
10
kbps
Mbps
384
Audio
Video
BIT RATE
0
5
10
kbps
Mbps
0
1000
Audio
Video
Appears when the DVD
has dual layers
has dual layers
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Checking the play information of
a DATA CD
a DATA CD
By pressing TIME/TEXT while playing MP3
audio track on a DATA CD, you can display
the audio bit rate (the amount of data per
second of the current audio).
audio track on a DATA CD, you can display
the audio bit rate (the amount of data per
second of the current audio).
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RIVER SIDE
Album name
Track name
Bit rate
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Sound Adjustments
Changing the Sound
When playing a DVD recorded in multiple
audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital, MPEG
audio, or DTS), you can change the audio
format. If the DVD is recorded with
multilingual tracks, you can also change the
language.
With CDs, DATA CDs, or VIDEO CDs, you
can select the sound from the right or left
channel and listen to the sound of the selected
channel through both the right and left
speakers. For example, when playing a disc
containing a song with the vocals on the right
channel and the instruments on the left
channel, you can hear the instruments from
both speakers by selecting the left channel.
audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital, MPEG
audio, or DTS), you can change the audio
format. If the DVD is recorded with
multilingual tracks, you can also change the
language.
With CDs, DATA CDs, or VIDEO CDs, you
can select the sound from the right or left
channel and listen to the sound of the selected
channel through both the right and left
speakers. For example, when playing a disc
containing a song with the vocals on the right
channel and the instruments on the left
channel, you can hear the instruments from
both speakers by selecting the left channel.
1
Press AUDIO during playback.
The following display appears.
2
Press AUDIO repeatedly to select
the desired audio signal.
◆ When playing a DVD
Depending on the DVD, the choice of
language varies.
When 4 digits are displayed, they
indicate a language code. Refer to
“ Language Code List” on page 76 to see
which language the code represents.
When the same language is displayed two
or more times, the DVD is recorded in
multiple audio formats.
◆ When playing a VIDEO CD, CD, or
DATA CD (MP3 audio)
The default setting is underlined.
• STEREO: The standard stereo sound
• 1/L: The sound of the left channel
Depending on the DVD, the choice of
language varies.
When 4 digits are displayed, they
indicate a language code. Refer to
“ Language Code List” on page 76 to see
which language the code represents.
When the same language is displayed two
or more times, the DVD is recorded in
multiple audio formats.
◆ When playing a VIDEO CD, CD, or
DATA CD (MP3 audio)
The default setting is underlined.
• STEREO: The standard stereo sound
• 1/L: The sound of the left channel
(monaural)
• 2/R: The sound of the right channel
(monaural)
◆ When playing a Super VCD
The default setting is underlined.
• 1: STEREO: The stereo sound of the
The default setting is underlined.
• 1: STEREO: The stereo sound of the
audio track 1
• 1: 1/L: The sound of the left channel of
the audio track 1 (monaural)
• 1: 2/R: The sound of the right channel
of the audio track 1 (monaural)
• 2: STEREO: The stereo sound of the
audio track 2
• 2: 1/L: The sound of the left channel of
the audio track 2 (monaural)
• 2: 2/R: The sound of the right channel
of the audio track 2 (monaural)
z Hint
You can also select “ AUDIO” from the Control
Menu (page 12).
You can also select “ AUDIO” from the Control
Menu (page 12).
Note
While playing a Super VCD on which the audio
track is not recorded, no sound will come out when
you select “ 2:STEREO,” “ 2:1/L,” or “ 2:2/R.”
track is not recorded, no sound will come out when
you select “ 2:STEREO,” “ 2:1/L,” or “ 2:2/R.”
Displaying the audio information
of the disc
of the disc
Press DISPLAY during playback to display
the Control Menu. Select “ AUDIO” using
X/x. The channels being played are displayed
on the screen.
the Control Menu. Select “ AUDIO” using
X/x. The channels being played are displayed
on the screen.
AUDIO
X/x
DISPLAY
DISPLAY
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For example, in Dolby Digital format,
multiple signals ranging from monaural to 5.1
channel signals can be recorded on a DVD.
Depending on the DVD, the number of the
recorded channels may differ.
multiple signals ranging from monaural to 5.1
channel signals can be recorded on a DVD.
Depending on the DVD, the number of the
recorded channels may differ.
*“ PCM,” “ MPEG,” “ 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 5.1 ch:
**The letters in the programme format
display mean the following sound
component:
component:
L:
Front (left)
R:
Front (right)
C:
Centre
LS: Rear (left)
RS: Rear (right)
S:
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
z Hint
For Dolby Digital 5.1 ch and DTS, “ LFE” is always
enclosed in a solid line regardless of the LFE signal
component being output.
For Dolby Digital 5.1 ch and DTS, “ LFE” is always
enclosed in a solid line regardless of the LFE signal
component being output.
Note
If “ DTS” is set to “ OFF” in “ AUDIO SETUP”
(page 70), the DTS track selection option will not
appear on the screen even if the disc contains DTS
tracks.
(page 70), the DTS track selection option will not
appear on the screen even if the disc contains DTS
tracks.
TV Virtual Surround
Settings
Settings
(TVS)
When you connect a stereo TV or 2 front
speakers, TVS (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.
TVS was developed by Sony to produce
surround sound for home use using just a
stereo TV.
This function is designed to work with the
LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) 1/2 jacks.
Note that if you select one of the TVS
settings, the player does not output the
following signals from the DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack.
• Dolby Digital signals (when you set
speakers, TVS (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.
TVS was developed by Sony to produce
surround sound for home use using just a
stereo TV.
This function is designed to work with the
LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) 1/2 jacks.
Note that if you select one of the TVS
settings, the player does not output the
following signals from the DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack.
• Dolby Digital signals (when you set
“ DOLBY DIGITAL” in “ AUDIO SETUP”
to “ D-PCM” ) (page 70)
to “ D-PCM” ) (page 70)
• MPEG audio signals
1
Press SUR during playback.
The following display appears.
DVD VIDEO
1: ENGLISH
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L
R
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DOLBY DIGITAL 3/2.1
PROGRAM FORMAT
LFE
LS
RS
PLAY
Current audio format*
Currently playing program format**
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
SUR
TVS DYNAMIC
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2
Press SUR repeatedly to select
one of the TVS sounds.
Refer to the following explanations given
for each item.
• TVS DYNAMIC
• TVS WIDE
• TVS NIGHT
• TVS STANDARD
for each item.
• TVS DYNAMIC
• TVS WIDE
• TVS NIGHT
• TVS STANDARD
To cancel the setting
Select “ OFF” in Step 2.
Select “ OFF” in Step 2.
◆TVS DYNAMIC
Creates virtual rear speakers from the sound
of the front speakers (L, R) without using
actual rear speakers (shown below).
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.
Creates virtual rear speakers from the sound
of the front speakers (L, R) without using
actual rear speakers (shown below).
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
Creates 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 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.
Creates 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 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 NIGHT
Large sounds, such as explosions, are
suppressed, but the quieter sounds are
unaffected. This feature is useful when you
want to hear the dialog and enjoy the
surround sound effects of “ TVS WIDE” at
low volume.
Large sounds, such as explosions, are
suppressed, but the quieter sounds are
unaffected. This feature is useful when you
want to hear the dialog and enjoy the
surround sound effects of “ TVS WIDE” at
low volume.
◆TVS STANDARD
Creates 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.
Creates 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.
z Hints
• You can also select “ TVS” by pressing
• You can also select “ TVS” by pressing
SURROUND button on the player.
• You can also select “ TVS” from the Control
Menu (page 12).
Notes
• When the playing signal does not contain a signal
for the rear speakers, the surround effects cannot
be heard.
be heard.
• When you select one of the TVS modes, turn off
the surround setting of the connected TV or
amplifier (receiver).
amplifier (receiver).
• Make sure that your listening position is between
and at an equal distance from your speakers, and
that the speakers are located in similar
surroundings.
that the speakers are located in similar
surroundings.
• “ TVS NIGHT” only works with Dolby Digital
discs. However, not all discs will respond to the
“ TVS NIGHT” function in the same way.
“ TVS NIGHT” function in the same way.
• If you use the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or
COAXIAL) jack and set “ DOLBY DIGITAL” to
“ DOLBY DIGITAL” or “ DTS” to “ ON” in
“ AUDIO SETUP,” sound will come from your
speakers but it will not have the TVS effect.
“ DOLBY DIGITAL” or “ DTS” to “ ON” in
“ AUDIO SETUP,” sound will come from your
speakers but it will not have the TVS effect.
TV
TV
L: Front speaker (left)
R: Front speaker (right)
R: Front speaker (right)
: Virtual speaker
L
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Enjoying Movies
Changing the Angles
If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene
are recorded on the DVD, “ ANGLE” appears
in the front panel display. This means that you
can change the viewing angle.
are recorded on the DVD, “ ANGLE” appears
in the front panel display. This means that you
can change the viewing angle.
1
Press ANGLE during playback.
The number of the angle appears on the
display.
display.
2
Press ANGLE repeatedly to select
the angle number.
The scene changes to the selected angle.
z Hints
• You can display all the angles recorded on the
• You can display all the angles recorded on the
disc on the same screen, and start playback
directly from the chosen angle. The angles are
displayed on a screen divided into 9 sections
(page 41).
directly from the chosen angle. The angles are
displayed on a screen divided into 9 sections
(page 41).
• You can also select “ ANGLE” from the Control
Menu (page 12).
Note
Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to
change the angles even if multi-angles are recorded
on the DVD.
change the angles even if multi-angles are recorded
on the DVD.
Displaying the Subtitles
If subtitles are recorded on the discs, you can
change the subtitles or turn them on and off
whenever you want while playing a DVD.
change the subtitles or turn them on and off
whenever you want while playing a DVD.
1
Press SUBTITLE during playback.
The following display appears.
2
Press SUBTITLE repeatedly to
select the language.
Depending on the DVD, the choice of
language varies.
When 4 digits are displayed, they
indicate a language code. Refer to
“ Language Code List” on page 76 to see
which language the code represents.
language varies.
When 4 digits are displayed, they
indicate a language code. Refer to
“ Language Code List” on page 76 to see
which language the code represents.
To turn off the subtitles
Select “ OFF” in Step 2.
Select “ OFF” in Step 2.
z Hint
You can also select “ SUBTITLE” from the Control
Menu (page 12).
You can also select “ SUBTITLE” from the Control
Menu (page 12).
Note
Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to
change the subtitles even if multilingual subtitles
are recorded on it. You also may not be able to turn
them off.
change the subtitles even if multilingual subtitles
are recorded on it. You also may not be able to turn
them off.
ANGLE
2
SUBTITLE
1:ENGLISH
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Adjusting the Picture
Quality
Quality
(BNR)
The Block Noise Reduction (BNR) function
adjusts the picture quality by reducing the
“ block noise” or mosaic like patterns that
appear on your TV screen.
adjusts the picture quality by reducing the
“ block noise” or mosaic like patterns that
appear on your TV screen.
1
Press DISPLAY twice during
playback.
The Control Menu appears.
2
Press
X/x to select
(BNR),
then press ENTER.
The options for “ BNR” appear.
3
Press
X/x to select a level.
• 1: reduces the “ block noise.”
• 2: reduces the “ block noise” more than
• 2: reduces the “ block noise” more than
1.
• 3: reduces the “ block noise” more than
2.
4
Press ENTER.
The disc plays with the setting you
selected.
selected.
To cancel the “BNR” setting
Select “ OFF” in Step 3.
Select “ OFF” in Step 3.
To turn off the Control Menu
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control
Menu is turned off.
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control
Menu is turned off.
Notes
• If the outlines of the images on your screen should
become blurred, set “ BNR” to “ OFF.”
• Depending on the disc or the scene being played,
the “ BNR” effect may be hard to discern.
ENTER
DISPLAY
X/x
OFF
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DVD VIDEO
OFF
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Adjusting the Playback
Picture
Picture
(CUSTOM PICTURE MODE)
You can adjust the video signal of the DVD or
VIDEO CD from the player to obtain the
picture quality you want. Choose the setting
that best suits the programme you are
watching.
When you select “ MEMORY,” you can make
further adjustments to each element of the
picture (colour, brightness, etc.).
VIDEO CD from the player to obtain the
picture quality you want. Choose the setting
that best suits the programme you are
watching.
When you select “ MEMORY,” you can make
further adjustments to each element of the
picture (colour, brightness, etc.).
1
Press PICTURE MODE during
playback.
playback.
The following display appears.
2
Press PICTURE MODE repeatedly
to select the setting you want.
The default setting is underlined.
• STANDARD: displays a standard
• STANDARD: displays a standard
picture.
• DYNAMIC 1: produces a bold dynamic
picture by increasing the picture
contrast and the colour intensity.
contrast and the colour intensity.
• DYNAMIC 2: produces a more
dynamic picture than DYNAMIC 1 by
further increasing the picture contrast
and the colour intensity.
further increasing the picture contrast
and the colour intensity.
• CINEMA 1: enhances details in dark
areas by increasing the black level.
• CINEMA 2: White colours become
brighter and black colours become
richer, and the colour contrast is
increased.
richer, and the colour contrast is
increased.
• MEMORY: adjusts the picture in
greater detail.
z Hints
• When you watch a movie, “ CINEMA 1” or
• When you watch a movie, “ CINEMA 1” or
“ CINEMA 2” is recommended.
• The picture can be adjusted by pressing
PICTURE MODE button on the player as well.
• You can also select “ CUSTOM PICTURE
MODE” from the Control Menu (page 12).
Adjusting the picture items in
“MEMORY”
“MEMORY”
You can adjust each element of the picture
individually.
• PICTURE: changes the contrast
• BRIGHTNESS: changes the overall
individually.
• PICTURE: changes the contrast
• BRIGHTNESS: changes the overall
brightness
• COLOR: makes the colours deeper or
lighter
• HUE: changes the colour balance
1
Press PICTURE MODE repeatedly to
select “MEMORY” and press ENTER.
The “ PICTURE” adjustment bar appears.
select “MEMORY” and press ENTER.
The “ PICTURE” adjustment bar appears.
2
Press
C/c to adjust the picture
contrast, then press ENTER.
The adjustment is saved, and
“ BRIGHTNESS” adjustment bar
appears.
The adjustment is saved, and
“ BRIGHTNESS” adjustment bar
appears.
3
Repeat Step 2 to adjust
“BRIGHTNESS,” “COLOR,” and
“HUE.”
“BRIGHTNESS,” “COLOR,” and
“HUE.”
ENTER
PICTURE
MODE
MODE
O RETURN
C/X/x/c
DYNAMIC 1
(
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PICTURE
0
Cancel :
Select :
ENTER
RETURN
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