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The Custom Picture Mode display
appears. You can check each adjustment.
appears. You can check each adjustment.
To turn off the display
Press
Press
O RETURN , or select “ RETURN” in
Step 3 and press ENTER.
z Hints
• To reset the picture items to the default values,
• To reset the picture items to the default values,
press
c after Step 3 to select “ RESET” and press
ENTER.
• When “ PLAYBACK MEMORY” in “ CUSTOM
SETUP” is set to “ ON,” the player will save a
single setting for up to 40 individual discs.
single setting for up to 40 individual discs.
• If you do not want to save the adjustment in Step
2, you can go to the next picture item by pressing
X/x without saving.
X/x without saving.
Enhancing the Playback
Picture
Picture
(DIGITAL VIDEO
ENHANCER)
The Digital Video Enhancer (DVE) function
makes the picture appear clear and crisp by
enhancing the outlines of images on your TV
screen. Also, this function can soften the
images on the screen.
makes the picture appear clear and crisp by
enhancing the outlines of images on your TV
screen. Also, this function can soften the
images on the screen.
1
Press DISPLAY twice during
playback.
playback.
The Control Menu appears.
2
Press
X/x to select
(DIGITAL VIDEO ENHANCER), then
press ENTER.
press ENTER.
The options for “ DIGITAL VIDEO
ENHANCER” appear.
ENHANCER” appear.
C 0 1 : 3 2 : 5 5
PICTURE
BRIGHTNESS
COLOR
HUE
BRIGHTNESS
COLOR
HUE
RESET
+1
–3
–3
+3
–1
RETURN
ENTER
DISPLAY
X/x
1 8 ( 3 4 )
1 2 ( 2 7 )
T 1 : 3 2 : 5 5
DVD VIDEO
OFF
3
2
1
OFF
SOFT
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Press
X/x to select a level.
• 1: enhances the outline.
• 2: enhances the outline more than 1.
• 3: enhances the outline more than 2.
• SOFT: softens the image (DVD only).
• 2: enhances the outline more than 1.
• 3: enhances the outline more than 2.
• SOFT: softens the image (DVD only).
4
Press ENTER.
The disc plays with the setting you
selected.
selected.
To cancel the “DIGITAL VIDEO
ENHANCER” setting
Select “ OFF” in Step 3.
ENHANCER” setting
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.
Note
Depending on the disc or the scene being played,
noise found in the disc may become more apparent.
If this happens, it is recommended that you use the
BNR function (page 54) with the DVE function. If
the condition still does not improve, reduce the
Digital Video Enhancer level, or select “ SOFT”
(DVD only) in Step 3 above.
noise found in the disc may become more apparent.
If this happens, it is recommended that you use the
BNR function (page 54) with the DVE function. If
the condition still does not improve, reduce the
Digital Video Enhancer level, or select “ SOFT”
(DVD only) in Step 3 above.
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Using Various Additional
Functions
Functions
Locking Discs
(CUSTOM
PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL
CONTROL)
You can set two kinds of playback restrictions
for the desired disc.
• Custom Parental Control
for the desired disc.
• Custom Parental Control
You can set playback restrictions so that the
player will not play inappropriate discs.
player will not play inappropriate discs.
• Parental Control
Playback of some DVDs can be limited
according to a predetermined level such as
the age of the users. Scenes may be blocked
or replaced with different scenes.
according to a predetermined level such as
the age of the users. Scenes may be blocked
or replaced with different scenes.
The same password is used for both Parental
Control and Custom Parental Control.
Control and Custom Parental Control.
Custom Parental Control
You can set the same Custom Parental
Control password for up to 40 discs. When
you set the 41st-disc, the first disc is
cancelled.
Control password for up to 40 discs. When
you set the 41st-disc, the first disc is
cancelled.
1
Insert the disc you want to lock.
If the disc is playing, press
If the disc is playing, press
x to stop
playback.
2
Press DISPLAY while the player is in
stop mode.
The Control Menu appears.
stop mode.
The Control Menu appears.
3
Press
X/x to select
(PARENTAL CONTROL), then press
ENTER.
The options for “ PARENTAL
CONTROL” appear.
ENTER.
The options for “ PARENTAL
CONTROL” appear.
4
Press
X/x to select “ON t,” then
press ENTER.
◆ If you have not entered a password
The display for registering a new
password appears.
◆ If you have not entered a password
The display for registering a new
password appears.
Enter a 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press ENTER.
The display for confirming the password
appears.
◆ When you have already registered a
password
The display for entering the password
appears.
number buttons, then press ENTER.
The display for confirming the password
appears.
◆ When you have already registered a
password
The display for entering the password
appears.
5
Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password
using the number buttons, then press
ENTER.
“ Custom parental control is set.” appears
and then the screen returns to the Control
Menu.
using the number buttons, then press
ENTER.
“ Custom parental control is set.” appears
and then the screen returns to the Control
Menu.
X/x
Number
buttons
buttons
ENTER
DISPLAY
x
OFF
PASSWORD
PLAYER
ON
DVD VIDEO
1 8 ( 3 4 )
1 2 ( 2 7 )
T 1 : 3 2 : 5 5
STOP
PARENTAL CONTROL
Enter a new 4-digit password, then
press
.
ENTER
PARENTAL CONTROL
Enter password, then press
.
ENTER
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To turn off the Custom Parental Control
function
function
1
Follow Steps 1 through 3 of “ Custom
Parental Control.”
Parental Control.”
2
Press
X/x to select “ OFF t,” then press
ENTER.
3
Enter your 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press ENTER.
number buttons, then press ENTER.
To play a disc for which Custom Parental
Control is set
Control is set
1
Insert the disc for which Custom Parental
Control is set.
The “ CUSTOM PARENTAL
CONTROL” display appears.
Control is set.
The “ CUSTOM PARENTAL
CONTROL” display appears.
2
Enter your 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press ENTER.
The player is ready for playback.
number buttons, then press ENTER.
The player is ready for playback.
z Hint
If you forget your password, enter the 6-digit
number “ 199703” using the number buttons when
the “ CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL” display
asks you for your password, then press ENTER.
The display will ask you to enter a new 4-digit
password.
If you forget your password, enter the 6-digit
number “ 199703” using the number buttons when
the “ CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL” display
asks you for your password, then press ENTER.
The display will ask you to enter a new 4-digit
password.
Parental Control (limited
playback)
playback)
Playback of some DVDs can be limited
according to a predetermined level such as the
age of the users. The “ PARENTAL
CONTROL” function allows you to set a
playback limitation level.
according to a predetermined level such as the
age of the users. The “ PARENTAL
CONTROL” function allows you to set a
playback limitation level.
1
Press DISPLAY while the player is in
stop mode.
The Control Menu appears.
stop mode.
The Control Menu appears.
2
Press
X/x to select
(PARENTAL CONTROL), then press
ENTER.
The options for “ PARENTAL
CONTROL” appear.
ENTER.
The options for “ PARENTAL
CONTROL” appear.
3
Press
X/x to select “PLAYER t,”
then press ENTER.
◆ If you have not entered a password
The display for registering a new
password appears.
◆ If you have not entered a password
The display for registering a new
password appears.
Enter a 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press ENTER.
The display for confirming the password
appears.
number buttons, then press ENTER.
The display for confirming the password
appears.
CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL
Custom parental control is already
set. To play, enter your password
set. To play, enter your password
and press
.
ENTER
Number
buttons
buttons
X/x
ENTER
DISPLAY
H
OFF
PASSWORD
PLAYER
ON
DVD VIDEO
STOP
1 8 ( 3 4 )
1 2 ( 2 7 )
T 1 : 3 2 : 5 5
PARENTAL CONTROL
Enter a new 4-digit password, then
press
.
ENTER
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◆ When you have already registered a
password
The display for entering the password
appears.
password
The display for entering the password
appears.
4
Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password
using the number buttons, then press
ENTER.
The display for setting the playback
limitation level appears.
using the number buttons, then press
ENTER.
The display for setting the playback
limitation level appears.
5
Press
X/x to select “STANDARD,”
then press ENTER.
The selection items for “ STANDARD”
are displayed.
The selection items for “ STANDARD”
are displayed.
6
Press
X/x to select a geographic area
as the playback limitation level, then
press ENTER.
The area is selected.
When you select “ OTHERS
press ENTER.
The area is selected.
When you select “ OTHERS
t,” select
and enter a standard code in the table on
page 61 using the number buttons.
page 61 using the number buttons.
7
Press
X/x to select “LEVEL,” then
press ENTER.
The selection items for “ LEVEL” are
displayed.
The selection items for “ LEVEL” are
displayed.
8
Select the level you want using
X/x,
then press ENTER.
Parental Control setting is complete.
Parental Control setting is complete.
The lower the value, the stricter the
limitation.
limitation.
To turn off the Parental Control function
Set “ LEVEL” to “ OFF” in Step 8.
Set “ LEVEL” to “ OFF” in Step 8.
To play a disc for which Parental Control is
set
set
1
Insert the disc and press
H.
The display for entering your password
appears.
appears.
2
Enter your 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press ENTER.
The player starts playback.
number buttons, then press ENTER.
The player starts playback.
z Hint
If you forget your password, remove the disc and
repeat Steps 1 to 3 of “ Parental Control (limited
playback).” When you are asked to enter your
password, enter “ 199703” using the number
buttons, then press ENTER. The display will ask
you to enter a new 4-digit password. After you enter
a new 4-digit password, replace the disc in the
player and press
If you forget your password, remove the disc and
repeat Steps 1 to 3 of “ Parental Control (limited
playback).” When you are asked to enter your
password, enter “ 199703” using the number
buttons, then press ENTER. The display will ask
you to enter a new 4-digit password. After you enter
a new 4-digit password, replace the disc in the
player and press
H. When the display for entering
your password appears, enter your new password.
PARENTAL CONTROL
Enter password, then press
.
ENTER
PARENTAL CONTROL
LEVEL:
OFF
USA
USA
STANDARD:
PARENTAL CONTROL
LEVEL:
OFF
USA
USA
STANDARD:
USA
OTHERS
PARENTAL CONTROL
LEVEL:
OFF
OFF
STANDARD:
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7:
6:
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PARENTAL CONTROL
LEVEL:
STANDARD:
STANDARD:
USA
4:
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Notes
• When you play discs which do not have the
Parental Control function, playback cannot be
limited on this player.
limited on this player.
• Depending on the disc, you may be asked to
change the parental control level while playing
the disc. In this case, enter your password, then
change the level. If the Resume Play mode is
cancelled, the level returns to the previous level.
the disc. In this case, enter your password, then
change the level. If the Resume Play mode is
cancelled, the level returns to the previous level.
Area Code
Changing the password
1
Press DISPLAY while the player is in
stop mode.
The Control Menu appears.
stop mode.
The Control Menu appears.
2
Press
X/x to select
(PARENTAL CONTROL), then press
ENTER.
The options for “ PARENTAL
CONTROL” appear.
ENTER.
The options for “ PARENTAL
CONTROL” appear.
3
Press
X/x to select “PASSWORD
t,” then press ENTER.
The display for entering the password
appears.
The display for entering the password
appears.
4
Enter your 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press ENTER.
number buttons, then press ENTER.
5
Enter a new 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press ENTER.
number buttons, then press ENTER.
6
To confirm your password, re-enter it
using the number buttons, then press
ENTER.
using the number buttons, then press
ENTER.
If you make a mistake entering your
password
Press
password
Press
C before you press ENTER and input
the correct number.
If you make a mistake
Press
Press
O RETURN.
To turn off the display
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the display
is turned off.
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the display
is turned off.
Standard
Code
number
number
Argentina
2044
Australia
2047
Austria
2046
Belgium
2057
Brazil
2070
Canada
2079
Chile
2090
China
2092
Denmark
2115
Finland
2165
France
2174
Germany
2109
India
2248
Indonesia
2238
Italy
2254
Japan
2276
Korea
2304
Malaysia
2363
Mexico
2362
Netherlands
2376
New Zealand
2390
Norway
2379
Pakistan
2427
Philippines
2424
Portugal
2436
Russia
2489
Singapore
2501
Spain
2149
Sweden
2499
Switzerland
2086
Thailand
2528
United
Kingdom
Kingdom
2184
Standard
Code
number
number
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Controlling Your TV or AV
Amplifier (Receiver) with
the Supplied Remote
Amplifier (Receiver) with
the Supplied Remote
By adjusting the remote signal, you can
control your TV with the supplied remote.
If you connect the player with an AV
amplifier (receiver), you can control the
volume with the supplied remote.
control your TV with the supplied remote.
If you connect the player with an AV
amplifier (receiver), you can control the
volume with the supplied remote.
Notes
• Depending on the unit being connected, you may
not be able to control your TV or AV amplifier
(receiver) using some of the buttons below.
(receiver) using some of the buttons below.
• If you enter a new code number, the code number
previously entered will be erased.
• When you replace the batteries of the remote, the
code number you have set may be reset to the
default setting. Set the appropriate code number
again.
default setting. Set the appropriate code number
again.
Controlling TVs with the remote
1
Hold down TV
[/1, and enter your TV’s
manufacturer’s code (see “Code
numbers of controllable TVs” below)
using the number buttons.
numbers of controllable TVs” below)
using the number buttons.
2
Release TV
[/1.
The remote is set to perform the
followings:
followings:
* Once you set a code number for your AV
amplifier (receiver), the VOL +/– buttons on the
remote control the AV amplifier’s volume only. If
you would rather control the TV’s volume, set the
code number to “ 90” (default) to control the TV’s
volume again.
remote control the AV amplifier’s volume only. If
you would rather control the TV’s volume, set the
code number to “ 90” (default) to control the TV’s
volume again.
Code numbers of controllable TVs
If more than one code number is listed, try
entering them one at a time until you find the
one that works with your TV.
If more than one code number is listed, try
entering them one at a time until you find the
one that works with your TV.
TV
[/1
Turns the TV on or off
VOL +/– *
Adjusts the volume of the TV
TV/VIDEO
Switches the TV’s input
source between the TV and
other input sources
source between the TV and
other input sources
TV
[/1
VOL +/–
TV/VIDEO
Number
buttons
buttons
Manufacturer
Code number
Sony
01(default), 03, 04
Aiwa
32
Akai
68
Blaupunkt
10, 21
Grundig
10, 11
Hitachi
24
JVC
33
LG
06
Loewe
45
Mitsubishi
27, 28, 50
Mivar
09
NEC
66
Nokia
15, 16, 69
Orion
47, 48
Panasonic
17, 49
Philips
06, 07, 08
Pioneer
26
Saba
12, 13
Samsung
22, 23
Sanyo
25
Sharp
29
Siemens
39
TEAC
67
Telefunken
36
Thomson
43
Toshiba
38
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Controlling the volume of your
AV amplifier (receiver) with the
remote
AV amplifier (receiver) with the
remote
1
Hold down
[/1, and enter your AV
amplifier (receiver)’s manufacturer’s
code (see the table below) using the
number buttons.
code (see the table below) using the
number buttons.
2
Release
[/1.
You can control the volume of the AV
amplifier (receiver) using VOL +/–.
amplifier (receiver) using VOL +/–.
Code numbers of controllable AV
amplifiers (receivers)
If more than one code number is listed, try
entering them one at a time until you find the
one that works with your AV amplifier
(receiver).
amplifiers (receivers)
If more than one code number is listed, try
entering them one at a time until you find the
one that works with your AV amplifier
(receiver).
If you would rather control the volume of
your TV
Repeat Steps 1 and 2 above and enter the code
number 90 (default).
your TV
Repeat Steps 1 and 2 above and enter the code
number 90 (default).
Manufacturer
Code number
Sony
80, 88, 89, 91
Denon
84, 85, 86
Kenwood
92, 93
Onkyo
81, 82, 83
Pioneer
99
Sansui
87
Technics
97, 98
Yamaha
94, 95, 96
Number
buttons
buttons
[/1
VOL +/–
1-16
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Settings and Adjustments
Using the Setup Display
By using the Setup Display, you can make
various adjustments to items such as picture
and sound. You can also set a language for the
subtitles and the Setup Display, among other
things. For details on each Setup Display
item, see pages from 65 to 70.
various adjustments to items such as picture
and sound. You can also set a language for the
subtitles and the Setup Display, among other
things. For details on each Setup Display
item, see pages from 65 to 70.
Note
Playback settings stored in the disc take priority
over the Setup Display settings and not all the
functions described may work.
over the Setup Display settings and not all the
functions described may work.
1
Press DISPLAY when the player is
in stop mode.
The Control Menu appears.
2
Press
X/x to select
(SETUP), then press ENTER.
The options for “ SETUP” appear.
3
Press
X/x to select “CUSTOM,”
then press ENTER.
The Setup Display appears.
4
Press
X/x to select the setup item
from the displayed list:
“LANGUAGE SETUP,” “SCREEN
SETUP,” “CUSTOM SETUP,” or
SETUP,” “CUSTOM SETUP,” or
“AUDIO SETUP.” Then press
ENTER.
The Setup item is selected.
Example: “ SCREEN SETUP”
Example: “ SCREEN SETUP”
5
Select an item using
X/x, then
press ENTER.
The options for the selected item appear.
Example: “ TV TYPE”
Example: “ TV TYPE”
X/x
ENTER
DISPLAY
( 47 )
: :
QUICK
CUSTOM
RESET
CUSTOM
RESET
DVD VIDEO
STOP
QUICK
LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD:
MENU:
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:
MENU:
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ORIGINAL
ENGLISH
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE:
COLOR SYSTEM:
SCREEN SAVER:
COLOR SYSTEM:
SCREEN SAVER:
16:9
AUTO
ON
BACKGROUND:
JACKET PICTURE
Selected item
Setup items
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE:
COLOR SYSTEM:
SCREEN SAVER:
COLOR SYSTEM:
SCREEN SAVER:
16:9
4:3 LETTER BOX
BACKGROUND:
4:3 PAN SCAN
16:9
Options
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Select a setting using
X/x, then
press ENTER.
The setting is selected and setup is
complete.
Example: “ 4:3 PAN SCAN”
complete.
Example: “ 4:3 PAN SCAN”
To turn off the display
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the display
is turned off.
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the display
is turned off.
To enter the Quick Setup mode
Select “ QUICK” in Step 3. Follow from Step
5 of the Quick Setup explanation to make
basic adjustments (page 25).
Select “ QUICK” in Step 3. Follow from Step
5 of the Quick Setup explanation to make
basic adjustments (page 25).
To reset all of the “SETUP” settings
1
Select “ RESET” in Step 3 and press
ENTER.
ENTER.
2
Select “ YES” using
X/x.
You can also quit the process and return
to the Control Menu by selecting “ NO”
here.
to the Control Menu by selecting “ NO”
here.
3
Press ENTER.
All the settings explained on pages 65 to
70 return to the default settings. Do not
press
All the settings explained on pages 65 to
70 return to the default settings. Do not
press
[/1 while resetting the player as it
takes a few seconds to complete.
Setting the Display or
Sound Track Language
Sound Track Language
(LANGUAGE SETUP)
“ LANGUAGE SETUP” allows you to set
various languages for the on-screen display or
sound track.
various languages for the on-screen display or
sound track.
Select “ LANGUAGE SETUP” in the Setup
Display. To use the display, see “ Using the
Setup Display” (page 64).
Display. To use the display, see “ Using the
Setup Display” (page 64).
◆ OSD (On-Screen Display)
Switches the display language on the screen.
Switches the display language on the screen.
◆ MENU (DVD only)
You can select the desired language for the
disc’ s menu.
You can select the desired language for the
disc’ s menu.
◆ AUDIO (DVD only)
Switches the language of the sound track.
When you select “ ORIGINAL,” the language
given priority in the disc is selected.
Switches the language of the sound track.
When you select “ ORIGINAL,” the language
given priority in the disc is selected.
◆ SUBTITLE (DVD only)
Switches the language of the subtitle recorded
on the DVD.
When you select “ AUDIO FOLLOW,” the
language for the subtitles changes according to
the language you selected for the sound track.
Switches the language of the subtitle recorded
on the DVD.
When you select “ AUDIO FOLLOW,” the
language for the subtitles changes according to
the language you selected for the sound track.
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If you select “ OTHERS
If you select “ OTHERS
t” in “ MENU,”
“ SUBTITLE,” and “ AUDIO,” select and enter a
language code from “ Language Code List” on
page 76 using the number buttons.
language code from “ Language Code List” on
page 76 using the number buttons.
Note
When you select a language in “ MENU,”
“ SUBTITLE,” or “ AUDIO” that is not recorded on
the DVD, one of the recorded languages will be
automatically selected.
“ SUBTITLE,” or “ AUDIO” that is not recorded on
the DVD, one of the recorded languages will be
automatically selected.
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE:
COLOR SYSTEM:
SCREEN SAVER:
COLOR SYSTEM:
SCREEN SAVER:
4:3 PAN SCAN
AUTO
ON
BACKGROUND:
JACKET PICTURE
Selected setting
LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD:
MENU:
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:
MENU:
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ORIGINAL
ENGLISH
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Settings for the Display
(SCREEN SETUP)
Choose settings according to the TV to be
connected.
connected.
Select “ SCREEN SETUP” in the Setup
Display. To use the display, see “ Using the
Setup Display” (page 64).
The default settings are underlined.
Display. To use the display, see “ Using the
Setup Display” (page 64).
The default settings are underlined.
◆ TV TYPE
Selects the aspect ratio of the connected TV
(4:3 standard or wide).
Selects the aspect ratio of the connected TV
(4:3 standard or wide).
Note
Depending on the DVD, “ 4:3 LETTER BOX” may
be selected automatically instead of “ 4:3 PAN
SCAN” or vice versa.
be selected automatically instead of “ 4:3 PAN
SCAN” or vice versa.
◆ COLOR SYSTEM (VIDEO CD only)
Select the colour system when you play a
VIDEO CD.
Select the colour system when you play a
VIDEO CD.
Notes
• You cannot change the colour system for DVDs.
• You can change the colour system of this player
• You can change the colour system of this player
according to the connected TV. See page 16.
◆ SCREEN SAVER
The screen saver image appears when you
leave the player in pause or stop mode for 15
minutes, or when you play back a CD or
DATA CD (MP3 audio) for more than 15
minutes. The screen saver will help prevent
your display device from becoming damaged
(ghosting). Press
The screen saver image appears when you
leave the player in pause or stop mode for 15
minutes, or when you play back a CD or
DATA CD (MP3 audio) for more than 15
minutes. The screen saver will help prevent
your display device from becoming damaged
(ghosting). Press
H to turn off the screen
saver.
◆ BACKGROUND
Selects the background colour or picture on
the TV screen in stop mode or while playing
a CD or DATA CD (MP3 audio).
Selects the background colour or picture on
the TV screen in stop mode or while playing
a CD or DATA CD (MP3 audio).
16:9
Select this when you connect a
wide-screen TV or a TV with a
wide mode function.
wide-screen TV or a TV with a
wide mode function.
4:3
LETTER
BOX
LETTER
BOX
Select this when you connect a
4:3 screen TV. Displays a wide
picture with bands on the upper
and lower portions of the
screen.
4:3 screen TV. Displays a wide
picture with bands on the upper
and lower portions of the
screen.
4:3
PAN SCAN
PAN SCAN
Select this when you connect a
4:3 screen TV. Automatically
displays the wide picture on the
entire screen and cuts off the
portions that do not fit.
4:3 screen TV. Automatically
displays the wide picture on the
entire screen and cuts off the
portions that do not fit.
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE:
COLOR SYSTEM:
SCREEN SAVER:
COLOR SYSTEM:
SCREEN SAVER:
16:9
AUTO
ON
BACKGROUND:
JACKET PICTURE
4:3 PAN SCAN
4:3 LETTER BOX
16:9
AUTO
Outputs the video signal in the
system of the VIDEO CD,
either PAL or NTSC. If your
TV is the DUAL system, select
AUTO.
system of the VIDEO CD,
either PAL or NTSC. If your
TV is the DUAL system, select
AUTO.
PAL
Changes the video signal of an
NTSC VIDEO CD and outputs
it in the PAL system.
NTSC VIDEO CD and outputs
it in the PAL system.
NTSC
Changes the video signal of a
PAL VIDEO CD and outputs it
in the NTSC system.
PAL VIDEO CD and outputs it
in the NTSC system.
ON
Turns on the screen saver.
OFF
Turns off the screen saver.
JACKET
PICTURE
PICTURE
The jacket picture (still picture)
appears, but only when the
jacket picture is already
recorded on the disc (CD-
EXTRA, etc.). If the disc does
not contain a jacket picture, the
“ GRAPHICS” picture appears.
appears, but only when the
jacket picture is already
recorded on the disc (CD-
EXTRA, etc.). If the disc does
not contain a jacket picture, the
“ GRAPHICS” picture appears.
GRAPHICS A preset picture stored in the
player appears.
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Custom Settings
(CUSTOM
SETUP)
Use this to set up playback related and other
settings.
settings.
Select “ CUSTOM SETUP” in the Setup
Display. To use the display, see “ Using the
Setup Display” (page 64).
The default settings are underlined.
Display. To use the display, see “ Using the
Setup Display” (page 64).
The default settings are underlined.
◆ AUTO PLAY
Switches the Auto Play setting on or off. This
function is useful when the player is
connected to a timer (not supplied).
Switches the Auto Play setting on or off. This
function is useful when the player is
connected to a timer (not supplied).
◆ DIMMER
Adjusts the lighting of the front panel display.
Adjusts the lighting of the front panel display.
◆ PAUSE MODE (DVD only)
Selects the picture in pause mode.
Selects the picture in pause mode.
BLUE
The background colour is blue.
BLACK
The background colour is black.
OFF
Switches this function off.
ON
Automatically starts playback
when the player is turned on.
when the player is turned on.
BRIGHT
Makes the lighting bright.
DARK
Makes the lighting dark.
OFF
Turns off the lighting.
AUTO
The picture, including subjects
that move dynamically, is
output with no jitter. Normally
select this position.
that move dynamically, is
output with no jitter. Normally
select this position.
FRAME
The picture, including subjects
that do not move dynamically,
is output in high resolution.
that do not move dynamically,
is output in high resolution.
CUSTOM SETUP
AUTO PLAY:
DIMMER:
PAUSE MODE:
DIMMER:
PAUSE MODE:
OFF
BRIGHT
AUTO
ON
PLAYBACK MEMORY:
OFF
TRACK SELECTION:
ON
MULTI-DISC RESUME:
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◆ PLAYBACK MEMORY (DVD/VIDEO CD
only)
The player can store the “ SUBTITLE” and
other settings of each disc for up to 40 discs
(Playback Memory).
Set this function “ ON” or “ OFF.”
only)
The player can store the “ SUBTITLE” and
other settings of each disc for up to 40 discs
(Playback Memory).
Set this function “ ON” or “ OFF.”
The following settings are stored in memory.
– ANGLE (page 53)*
– AUDIO (page 50)*
– BNR (page 54)
– DIGITAL VIDEO ENHANCER (page 56)
– SUBTITLE (page 53)*
– CUSTOM PICTURE MODE (page 55)
– ANGLE (page 53)*
– AUDIO (page 50)*
– BNR (page 54)
– DIGITAL VIDEO ENHANCER (page 56)
– SUBTITLE (page 53)*
– CUSTOM PICTURE MODE (page 55)
* DVD only
Note
The player can store the settings of up to 40 discs.
When you store the setting of disc number 41, the
first disc setting is cancelled.
When you store the setting of disc number 41, the
first disc setting is cancelled.
◆ TRACK SELECTION (DVD only)
Gives the sound track which contains the
highest number of channels priority when you
play a DVD on which multiple audio formats
(PCM, MPEG audio, DTS, or Dolby Digital
format) are recorded.
Gives the sound track which contains the
highest number of channels priority when you
play a DVD on which multiple audio formats
(PCM, MPEG audio, DTS, or Dolby Digital
format) are recorded.
Notes
• When you set the item to “ AUTO,” the language
may change. The “ TRACK SELECTION” setting
has higher priority than the “ AUDIO” settings in
“ LANGUAGE SETUP” (page 65).
has higher priority than the “ AUDIO” settings in
“ LANGUAGE SETUP” (page 65).
• If you set “ DTS” to “ OFF” (page 70), the DTS
sound track is not played even if you set “ TRACK
SELECTION” to “ AUTO.”
SELECTION” to “ AUTO.”
• If PCM, DTS, MPEG audio, and Dolby Digital
sound tracks have the same number of channels,
the player selects PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital, and
MPEG audio sound tracks in this order.
the player selects PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital, and
MPEG audio sound tracks in this order.
◆ MULTI-DISC RESUME (DVD/VIDEO CD
only)
Switches the Multi-disc Resume setting on or
off. Resume playback point can be stored in
memory for up to 40 different DVD/VIDEO
CD discs (page 31).
only)
Switches the Multi-disc Resume setting on or
off. Resume playback point can be stored in
memory for up to 40 different DVD/VIDEO
CD discs (page 31).
ON
Stores the settings in memory
when you eject the disc.
when you eject the disc.
OFF
Does not store the settings in
memory.
memory.
OFF
No priority given.
AUTO
Priority given.
ON
Stores the resume settings in
memory for up to 40 discs (The
settings remain in memory even
if you select OFF.)
memory for up to 40 discs (The
settings remain in memory even
if you select OFF.)
OFF
Does not store the resume
settings in memory. Playback
restarts at the resume point only
for the current disc in the player.
settings in memory. Playback
restarts at the resume point only
for the current disc in the player.
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Settings for the Sound
(AUDIO SETUP)
“ AUDIO SETUP” allows you to set the sound
according to the playback and connection
conditions.
according to the playback and connection
conditions.
Select “ AUDIO SETUP” in the Setup
Display. To use the display, see “ Using the
Setup Display” (page 64).
The default settings are underlined.
Display. To use the display, see “ Using the
Setup Display” (page 64).
The default settings are underlined.
◆ AUDIO ATT (attenuation)
If the playback sound is distorted, set this
item to “ ON.” The player reduces the audio
output level.
This function affects the output of the LINE
OUT L/R (AUDIO) 1/2 jacks.
If the playback sound is distorted, set this
item to “ ON.” The player reduces the audio
output level.
This function affects the output of the LINE
OUT L/R (AUDIO) 1/2 jacks.
◆ AUDIO DRC (Dynamic Range Control)
(DVD only)
Makes the sound clear when the volume is
turned down when playing a DVD that
conforms to “ AUDIO DRC.” This affects the
output from the following jacks:
– LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) 1/2 jacks
– DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL)
(DVD only)
Makes the sound clear when the volume is
turned down when playing a DVD that
conforms to “ AUDIO DRC.” This affects the
output from the following jacks:
– LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) 1/2 jacks
– DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL)
jack only when “ DOLBY DIGITAL” is set
to “ D-PCM” (page 70).
to “ D-PCM” (page 70).
◆ DOWNMIX (DVD only)
Switches the method for mixing down to 2
channels when you play a DVD which has
rear sound elements (channels) or is recorded
in Dolby Digital format. For details on the
rear signal components, see “ Displaying the
audio information of the disc” (page 50). This
function affects the output of the following
jacks:
– LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) 1/2 jacks
– DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL)
Switches the method for mixing down to 2
channels when you play a DVD which has
rear sound elements (channels) or is recorded
in Dolby Digital format. For details on the
rear signal components, see “ Displaying the
audio information of the disc” (page 50). This
function affects the output of the following
jacks:
– LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) 1/2 jacks
– DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL)
jack when “ DOLBY DIGITAL” is set to
“ D-PCM” (page 70).
“ D-PCM” (page 70).
◆ DIGITAL OUT
Selects if audio signals are output via the
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL)
jack.
Selects if audio signals are output via the
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL)
jack.
Setting the digital output signal
Switches the method of outputting audio
signals when you connect a component such
as an amplifier (receiver) or MD deck with a
digital input jack.
For connection details, see page 20.
Select “ DOLBY DIGITAL,” “ MPEG,” and
“ DTS” after setting “ DIGITAL OUT” to
“ ON.”
signals when you connect a component such
as an amplifier (receiver) or MD deck with a
digital input jack.
For connection details, see page 20.
Select “ DOLBY DIGITAL,” “ MPEG,” and
“ DTS” after setting “ DIGITAL OUT” to
“ ON.”
OFF
Normally, select this position.
ON
Select this when the playback sound
from the speakers is distorted.
from the speakers is distorted.
STANDARD Normally select this position.
TV MODE
Makes the low sounds clear
even if you turn the volume
down.
even if you turn the volume
down.
WIDE
RANGE
RANGE
Gives you the feeling of being
at a live performance.
at a live performance.
AUDIO SETUP
AUDIO ATT:
AUDIO DRC:
AUDIO DRC:
DIGITAL OUT:
OFF
STANDARD
ON
DOWNMIX:
DOLBY SURROUND
DOLBY DIGITAL:
MPEG:
MPEG:
D-PCM
PCM
DTS:
OFF
DOLBY
SUR-
ROUND
SUR-
ROUND
Select this when the player is
connected to an audio
component that conforms to
Dolby Surround (Pro Logic).
connected to an audio
component that conforms to
Dolby Surround (Pro Logic).
NORMAL
Select this when the player is
connected to an audio
component that does not
conform to Dolby Surround (Pro
Logic).
connected to an audio
component that does not
conform to Dolby Surround (Pro
Logic).
ON
Normally select this position. When
you select “ ON,” see “ Setting the
digital output signal” for further
settings.
you select “ ON,” see “ Setting the
digital output signal” for further
settings.
OFF
The influence of the digital circuit
upon the analog circuit is minimal.
upon the analog circuit is minimal.
AUDIO SETUP
AUDIO ATT:
AUDIO DRC:
AUDIO DRC:
DOLBY DIGITAL:
MPEG:
MPEG:
OFF
STANDARD
DOWNMIX:
DOLBY SURROUND
D-PCM
PCM
DTS:
OFF
DIGITAL OUT:
ON
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If you connect a component that does not
conform to the selected audio signal, a loud
noise (or no sound) will come out from the
speakers, affecting your ears or causing the
speakers to be damaged.
conform to the selected audio signal, a loud
noise (or no sound) will come out from the
speakers, affecting your ears or causing the
speakers to be damaged.
◆ DOLBY DIGITAL (DVD only)
Selects the type of Dolby Digital signal.
Selects the type of Dolby Digital signal.
◆ MPEG (DVD only)
Selects the type of MPEG audio signal.
Selects the type of MPEG audio signal.
◆ DTS (DVD only)
Selects whether or not to output DTS signals.
Selects whether or not to output DTS signals.
Note
If you select one of the TVS settings while playing
a DVD, the player does not output the following
signals from the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or
COAXIAL) jack.
– Dolby Digital signals (when you set “ DOLBY
a DVD, 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).
(page 70).
– MPEG audio signals.
D-PCM
Select this when the player is
connected to an audio
component lacking a built-in
Dolby Digital decoder. You can
select whether the signals
conform to Dolby Surround
(Pro Logic) or not by making
adjustments to the
“ DOWNMIX” item in
“ AUDIO SETUP” (page 69).
connected to an audio
component lacking a built-in
Dolby Digital decoder. You can
select whether the signals
conform to Dolby Surround
(Pro Logic) or not by making
adjustments to the
“ DOWNMIX” item in
“ AUDIO SETUP” (page 69).
DOLBY
DIGITAL
DIGITAL
Select this when the player is
connected to an audio
component with a built-in
Dolby Digital decoder.
connected to an audio
component with a built-in
Dolby Digital decoder.
PCM
Select this when the player is
connected to an audio
component lacking a built-in
MPEG decoder. If you play
MPEG audio sound tracks, the
player outputs stereo signals
via the DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL or COAXIAL)
jack.
connected to an audio
component lacking a built-in
MPEG decoder. If you play
MPEG audio sound tracks, the
player outputs stereo signals
via the DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL or COAXIAL)
jack.
MPEG
Select this when the player is
connected to an audio
component with a built-in
MPEG decoder.
connected to an audio
component with a built-in
MPEG decoder.
OFF
Select this when the player is
connected to an audio
component lacking a built-in
DTS decoder.
connected to an audio
component lacking a built-in
DTS decoder.
ON
Select this when the player is
connected to an audio
component with a built-in DTS
decoder.
connected to an audio
component with a built-in DTS
decoder.
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Additional Information
Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following
difficulties while using the player, use this
troubleshooting guide to help remedy the
problem before requesting repairs. Should
any problem persist, consult your nearest
Sony dealer.
difficulties while using the player, use this
troubleshooting guide to help remedy the
problem before requesting repairs. Should
any problem persist, consult your nearest
Sony dealer.
Power
The power is not turned on.
, Check that the power cord (mains lead) is
connected securely.
Picture
There is no picture/picture noise appears.
, Re-connect the connecting cord securely.
, The connecting cords are damaged.
, Check the connection to your TV (page 18)
and switch the input selector on your TV so
that the signal from the player appears on
the TV screen.
that the signal from the player appears on
the TV screen.
, The disc is dirty or flawed.
, If the picture output from your player goes
through your VCR to get to your TV or if
you are connected to a combination TV/
VIDEO player, the copy-protection signal
applied to some DVD programmes could
affect picture quality. If you still experience
problems even when you connect your
player directly to your TV, please try
connecting your player to your TV’s S
VIDEO input (page 18).
you are connected to a combination TV/
VIDEO player, the copy-protection signal
applied to some DVD programmes could
affect picture quality. If you still experience
problems even when you connect your
player directly to your TV, please try
connecting your player to your TV’s S
VIDEO input (page 18).
, If the colour system of your player does not
match with that of your TV, change the
colour system of the player. For details, see
page 16. (You cannot change the colour
system of the DVD disc itself.)
colour system of the player. For details, see
page 16. (You cannot change the colour
system of the DVD disc itself.)
Even though you set the aspect ratio in “TV
TYPE” of “SCREEN SETUP,” the picture
does not fill the screen.
TYPE” of “SCREEN SETUP,” the picture
does not fill the screen.
, The aspect ratio of the disc is fixed on your
DVD.
Sound
There is no sound.
, Re-connect the connecting cord securely.
, The connecting cord is damaged.
, The player is connected to the wrong input
jack on the amplifier (receiver) (page 22,
23, 24).
23, 24).
, The amplifier (receiver) input is not
correctly set.
, The player is in pause mode or in Slow-
motion Play mode.
, The player is in fast forward or fast reverse
mode.
, If the audio signal does not come through
the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or
COAXIAL) jack, check the audio settings
(page 69).
COAXIAL) jack, check the audio settings
(page 69).
, While playing a Super VCD on which the
audio track 2 is not recorded, no sound will
come out when you select “ 2:STEREO,”
“ 2:1/L,” or “ 2:2/R.”
come out when you select “ 2:STEREO,”
“ 2:1/L,” or “ 2:2/R.”
Sound is noisy.
, When playing a CD with DTS sound tracks,
noise will come from the LINE OUT L/R
(AUDIO) 1/2 jacks or DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack (page 28).
(AUDIO) 1/2 jacks or DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack (page 28).
Sound distortion occurs.
, Set “ AUDIO ATT” in “ AUDIO SETUP” to
“ ON” (page 69).
The sound volume is low.
, The sound volume is low on some DVDs.
The sound volume may improve if you set
“ AUDIO DRC” to “ TV MODE” (page 69).
“ AUDIO DRC” to “ TV MODE” (page 69).
, Set “ AUDIO ATT” in “ AUDIO SETUP” to
“ OFF” (page 69).
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