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SECTION 1
GENERAL
This section is extracted from instruction
manual (3-067-827-11).
manual (3-067-827-11).
DVP-NC600
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About this Manual
• Instructions in this manual describe the
controls on the remote. You can also use the
controls on the player if they have the same
or similar names as those on the remote.
controls on the player if they have the same
or similar names as those on the remote.
• The icons used in this manual are described
below:
This Player Can Play the
Following Discs
Following Discs
The “DVD VIDEO” logo is a trademark.
Your player has a region code printed on the
back of the unit and will only play DVDs
labeled with identical region codes.
back of the unit and will only play DVDs
labeled with identical region codes.
DVDs labeled
will also play on this
player.
If you try to play any other DVD, the
message “Playback prohibited by area
limitations.” will appear on the TV screen.
Depending on the DVD, no region code
indication may be labeled even though
playing the DVD is prohibited by area
restrictions.
If you try to play any other DVD, the
message “Playback prohibited by area
limitations.” will appear on the TV screen.
Depending on the DVD, no region code
indication may be labeled even though
playing the DVD is prohibited by area
restrictions.
The player cannot play the following discs:
• CD-ROMs (PHOTO CDs included)
• All CD-Rs other than music and VCD
• CD-ROMs (PHOTO CDs included)
• All CD-Rs other than music and VCD
format CD-Rs
• Data part of CD-Extras
• DVD-ROMs
• DVD Audio discs
• HD layer on SACDs
• DVD-ROMs
• DVD Audio discs
• HD layer on SACDs
Also, the player cannot play the following
discs:
• A DVD with a different region code (page
discs:
• A DVD with a different region code (page
72).
• A disc recorded in a color system other than
NTSC, such as PAL or SECAM. (This
player conforms to the NTSC color
system.)
player conforms to the NTSC color
system.)
• A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g.,
card, heart).
• A disc with paper or stickers on it.
• A disc that has the adhesive of cellophane
• A disc that has the adhesive of cellophane
tape or a sticker still left on it.
Icon
Meaning
Icon
Meaning
Functions
available in
DVD video
mode
available in
DVD video
mode
Functions
available in
music CD
mode
available in
music CD
mode
Functions
available in
VIDEO CD
mode
available in
VIDEO CD
mode
z
More
convenient
features
convenient
features
Format of discs
DVD VIDEO
VIDEO CD
Music CD
Region code
Example of discs that the player
cannot play
cannot play
ALL
MODEL NO.
DVP–XXXX
CD/DVD PLAYER
AC 00V 00Hz
00W
NO.
SONY CORPORATION
MADE IN JAPAN
0-000-000-00
X
Region code
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Some CD-Rs or CD-RWs cannot be played on this
player depending upon the recording quality or
physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of
the recording device.
Furthermore, the disc will not play if it has not been
correctly finalized. For more information, see the
operating instructions for the recording device.
player depending upon the recording quality or
physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of
the recording device.
Furthermore, the disc will not play if it has not been
correctly finalized. For more information, see the
operating instructions for the recording device.
Some playback operations of DVDs and
VIDEO CDs may be intentionally set by
software producers. Since this player plays
DVDs and VIDEO CDs 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 or VIDEO CDs.
VIDEO CDs may be intentionally set by
software producers. Since this player plays
DVDs and VIDEO CDs 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 or VIDEO CDs.
This product incorporates copyright
protection technology that is protected by
method claims of certain U.S. patents, other
intellectual property rights owned by
Macrovision Corporation, and other rights
owners. Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authorized by
Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for
home and other limited viewing uses only,
unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision
Corporation. Reverse engineering or
disassembly is prohibited.
protection technology that is protected by
method claims of certain U.S. patents, other
intellectual property rights owned by
Macrovision Corporation, and other rights
owners. Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authorized by
Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for
home and other limited viewing uses only,
unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision
Corporation. 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 expose the disc to direct sunlight or
heat sources such as hot air ducts, or leave
it in a car parked in direct sunlight as the
temperature may rise considerably inside
the car.
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
• Before playing, clean the disc with a
cleaning cloth.
Wipe the disc from the center out.
Wipe the disc from the center out.
• Do not use solvents such as benzine,
thinner, commercially available cleaners, or
anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs.
anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs.
Note
Note on playback operations of DVDs
and VIDEO CDs.
and VIDEO CDs.
Copyrights
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Index to Parts and Controls
For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.
A POWER switch/indicator (32)
B DISC SELECT 1 - 5 buttons/indicators
(34)
C
(remote sensor) (15)
D Front panel display (10)
E H (play) button (32)
F X (pause) button (34, 59)
G x (stop) button (32)
H ./> (previous/next) buttons (34)
I A (open/close) button (32)
J C/X/x/c/ENTER buttons (28)
K DISPLAY button (13)
L DISC SKIP button (32)
M EXCHANGE button (34)
N O RETURN button (37)
O DVD MENU button (37)
P TITLE button (36)
Q Disc tray (32)
R LOAD button (34)
S ONE/ALL button (38)
T REPEAT button (42)
U SHUFFLE button (41)
V BNR (Block Noise Reduction) button/
indicator (53)
W SURROUND button/indicator (50)
Front panel
1
2
4
3
5 6 7
8
9
q;
ws
w;
wd
wa
qk
qj
ql
qh
qd
qf
qg
qa
qs
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When playing back a DVD
When playing back a VIDEO CD (PBC)
When playing back a CD or VIDEO CD (without PBC)
Front Panel Display
Playing time (46)
Disc type
Current audio
signal (49)
signal (49)
Lights up when you can change
the angle (52)
the angle (52)
Current play mode (38)
Current title
Playing status
All Discs mode (38)
Current chapter
Current disc
Playing status
Disc type
Current scene (46)
Playing time (46)
Current disc
Current play mode (38)
All Discs mode (38)
Playing time (46)
Disc type
Playing status
Current index
Current disc
Current track
All Discs mode (38)
Current play mode (38)
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A DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack (22,
24, 26)
B DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack (22,
24, 26)
C LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) 1/2 jacks (16,
20, 21)
D LINE OUT (VIDEO) 1/2 jacks (16, 21)
E S VIDEO OUT jack (18, 21)
F COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (18)
Rear Panel
12
3 4
6
5
COAXIAL
DIGITAL OUT
PCM/DTS/
DOLBY DIGITAL
DOLBY DIGITAL
OPTICAL
S VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
Y
PB
1
2
PR
LINE OUT
VIDEO
R – AUDIO – L
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A Z OPEN/CLOSE button (32)
B Number and ENTER buttons
C CLEAR button (40)
D ANGLE button (52)
E AUDIO button (49)
F PROGRAM button (39)
G SHUFFLE button (41)
H DISC SKIP button (32)
I TIME/TEXT button (46)
J ./> PREV (previous) /NEXT
buttons (34)
K H PLAY button (32)
L TITLE button (36)
M C/X/x/c buttons (28)
N ENTER button (28)
O DISPLAY button (62)
P TV ?/1 (on/standby) button (60)
Q ?/1 (on/standby) button (32)
R BNR (Block Noise Reduction) button
(53)
S TV/VIDEO button (60)
T VOL (volume) +/– buttons (60)
U SUBTITLE button (52)
V REPEAT button (42)
W ONE/ALL DISCS button (38)
X A-B button (43)
Y INSTANT REPLAY button (34)
Z
/
y SCAN/SLOW buttons (44)
wj
x STOP button (34)
wk
X PAUSE button (34, 59)
wl DVD MENU button (37)
e;
e;
O RETURN button (37)
Remote
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
q;
qa
qs
qd
qg
qf
qh
qj
qk
ql
w;
wa
ws
wd
wf
wg
wh
wj
wk
wl
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1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
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Guide to On-Screen Displays
(Status Bar, Control Bar, Control Menu)
The following explains the three types of on-screen displays used with this player:
Status Bar, Control Bar, and Control Menu.
Status Bar, Control Bar, and Control Menu.
Displays the current playing status.
This display appears when the DISPLAY button is pressed repeatedly during playback.
The numbers in parentheses indicate reference pages.
This display appears when the DISPLAY button is pressed repeatedly during playback.
The numbers in parentheses indicate reference pages.
Status Bar
3:DVD T41 – 8
T 0:08:41
3/2.1
DOLBY DIGITAL
CHAPTER
Title number of
the DVD or the
track number of
the VIDEO CD
or CD (72).
the DVD or the
track number of
the VIDEO CD
or CD (72).
Playback status
(
(
N
Playback,
X
Pause,
x
Stop, etc.)
(DVD playback only)
Lights up in green
during Program
Play (39).
during Program
Play (39).
Lights up in green during Shuffle Play.
Lights up in green during
Repeat Play (42).
Repeat Play (42).
Playing time or
remaining time
(46).
remaining time
(46).
Unit being repeated.
Format of the current audio
signal (49).
signal (49).
Example of when Repeat
Play is selected. The display
will differ when A-B Repeat
Play is set.
Play is selected. The display
will differ when A-B Repeat
Play is set.
Current disc number
Disc mode (38)
Type of disc being
played back.
played back.
Chapter number of
the DVD or the index
number of the VIDEO
CD or CD (72).
the DVD or the index
number of the VIDEO
CD or CD (72).
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The Control Bar appears when a playback function is selected by pressing the function’s button
on the remote.
on the remote.
The Control Menu appears when the DISPLAY button is pressed when the player is in stop mode.
The number in parenthesis indicate reference pages.
The number in parenthesis indicate reference pages.
Control Bar
2(7)
Playback function icon.
Selected item or unit.
Example of when
ANGLE is pressed
on the remote.
ANGLE is pressed
on the remote.
Lights up in green when a
playback function is
selected.
playback function is
selected.
Control Menu
QUICK
CUSTOM
PARENTAL CONTROL
(54)
• Set this to limit the
(54)
• Set this to limit the
playback of selected
discs.
discs.
PROGRAM (39)
• Allows you to play discs,
titles, chapters or tracks in
any order you want.
any order you want.
SETUP (62)
• Select QUICK to make the minimum number of basic adjustments to
use the player.
• Select CUSTOM to make a full range of adjustments.
• Select RESET to return the adjustments to the default settings.
• Select RESET to return the adjustments to the default settings.
Lights up in green during
Program Play.
Program Play.
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Getting Started
Quick Overview
A quick overview presented in this chapter will give you enough information to start using the
player for your enjoyment. To use the surround sound features of this player, refer to “Hookups”
on page 18.
player for your enjoyment. To use the surround sound features of this player, refer to “Hookups”
on page 18.
You cannot connect this player to a TV that does not have a video input jack.
Be sure to turn off the power of each component before connecting.
Be sure to turn off the power of each component before connecting.
Step 1: Unpacking
Check that you have the following items:
• Audio/video cord (pinplug
• Audio/video cord (pinplug
×
3
y pinplug
×
3) (1)
• Remote commander (remote) RMT-D130A (1)
• Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
• A plug adaptor is included with some models.
• Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
• A plug adaptor is included with some models.
Step 2: Inserting Batteries into the Remote
You can control the player using the supplied remote. Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by
matching the
matching the
3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. When using
the remote, point it at the remote sensor
on the player.
• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place.
• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote 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
• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote 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.
• 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.
Note
Notes
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Step 3: TV Hookups
Connect the supplied audio/video cord and power cord in the order (1~3) shown below. Be
sure to connect the power cord last.
sure to connect the power cord last.
When connecting to a wide screen TV
Depending on the disc, the image may not fit your TV screen.
If you want to change the aspect ratio, please refer to page 64.
If you want to change the aspect ratio, please refer to page 64.
COAXIAL
DIGITAL OUT
PCM/DTS/
DOLBY DIGITAL
DOLBY DIGITAL
OPTICAL
S VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO
R – AUDIO – L
Y
P
B
1
2
P
R
LINE OUT
VIDEO
AUDIO
INPUT
L
R
R – AUDIO – L
VIDEO
1
2
LINE OUT
3
Power source
1
Audio/video cord
(supplied)
CD/DVD Player
TV
2
Power source
l
: Signal flow
to video input
to LINE OUT L/
R (AUDIO) 1
R (AUDIO) 1
(red)
(yellow)
(white)
(red)
(white)
(yellow)
to LINE OUT
(VIDEO) 1
(VIDEO) 1
to audio input
(yellow)
(white)
(red)
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Step 4: Playing a Disc
A Turn on the TV.
B Switch the input selector on the TV to the player.
C Press POWER on the player.
D Press A on the player to open the disc tray.
E Place the disc on the tray with the playback side facing down.
F Press H.
The disc tray closes and the player begins playing the disc.
After Step 6
Depending on the disc, a menu may be displayed on the TV screen. If so, select the item you want
from the menu and play the DVD (page 37) or VIDEO CD disc (page 37).
from the menu and play the DVD (page 37) or VIDEO CD disc (page 37).
To stop playing
Press
x.
To take out the disc
Press
A.
To turn off the player
Press
?/1 on the remote. The player is set to standby mode and the power indicator lights up in
red. Press POWER on the player to turn off completely.
3
6
4
With the playback side facing down
Disc compartment number
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Hookups
Hooking Up the Player
Follow Steps 1 to 4 to hook up and adjust the settings of the player.
Before you start, turn off the power, check that you have all of the supplied accessories, and insert
the batteries into the remote (page 15).
Before you start, turn off the power, check that you have all of the supplied accessories, and insert
the batteries into the remote (page 15).
• Plug cords securely to prevent unwanted noise.
• Refer to the instructions supplied with the components to be connected.
• Refer to the instructions supplied with the components to be connected.
Step 1: Connecting the Video Cords
Connect this player to your TV monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver) using a video cord.
Select one of the patterns
Select one of the patterns
A through C, according to the input jack on your TV monitor,
projector, or AV amplifier (receiver).
Notes
INPUT
S VIDEO
B
P
R
P
B
Y
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN
C
AUDIO
VIDEO
INPUT
L
R
A
COAXIAL
DIGITAL OUT
PCM/DTS/
DOLBY DIGITAL
DOLBY DIGITAL
OPTICAL
S VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
Y
P
B
1
2
P
R
LINE OUT
VIDEO
R – AUDIO – L
CD/DVD player
TV, projector, AV
amplifier (receiver)
amplifier (receiver)
l
: Signal flow
S VIDEO cord (not supplied)
Component video
cord (not supplied)
cord (not supplied)
Audio/video
cord
(supplied)
cord
(supplied)
(yellow)
(yellow)
TV, projector, AV
amplifier (receiver)
amplifier (receiver)
TV, projector, AV
amplifier (receiver)
amplifier (receiver)
(yellow)
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Hookups
Connect the yellow plugs of the audio/video cord (supplied) to the yellow (video) jacks. You will
enjoy standard quality images.
enjoy standard quality images.
Use the red and white plugs to connect to the audio input jacks (page 20).
Connect the S VIDEO cord (not supplied). You will enjoy high quality images.
Connect the component via the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks using component video cords
(not supplied) or three video cords (not supplied) of the same kind and length. You will enjoy
accurate color reproduction and high quality images.
(not supplied) or three video cords (not supplied) of the same kind and length. You will enjoy
accurate color reproduction and high quality images.
Do not connect your player to a VCR. You may not receive a clear image on the TV screen if you pass the player
signals via the VCR.
signals via the VCR.
A
If you are connecting to a video input jack
B
If you are connecting to an S VIDEO input jack
C
If you are connecting to a monitor, projector or AV amplifier (receiver) having
component video input jacks (Y, P
B
, P
R
)
Note
Yellow (Video)
White (L)
Red (R)
Yellow (Video)
White (L)
Red (R)
VCR
CD/DVD player
TV
Connect directly.
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Step 2: Connecting the Audio Cords
Refer to the chart below to select the connection that best suits your system. The surround effects
you will enjoy depend on the connections and components you use.
you will enjoy depend on the connections and components you use.
Select one of the following connections,
through
.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby,” “Pro Logic,” and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential unpublished works. © 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories. All rights
reserved.
reserved.
**“DTS” is a registered trademark of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
Select a connection
Connection
Components to be connected
(page 21)
• TV (stereo)
(page 22)
• Stereo amplifier (receiver)
(having L and R audio input jacks only, or having a digital input jack)
• 2 speakers
(front L and R)
(page 22)
• MD deck/DAT deck
(page 24)
• AV amplifier (receiver) with a Dolby* Surround (Pro Logic) decoder
(having L and R audio input jacks only, or having a digital input jack)
• 3 speakers
(front L and R, and rear (monaural))
• 6 speakers
(front L and R, center, rear L and R, subwoofer)
(page 26)
• AV amplifier (receiver) having a Dolby Digital or DTS** decoder, and a digital
input jack
• 6 speakers
(front L and R, center, rear L and R, subwoofer)
A
D
A
B
B
C
D
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Hookups
This connection will use your TV speakers for sound.
xRecommended surround sound effects for this connection.
• TVS DYNAMIC (page 50)
• TVS WIDE (page 50)
The yellow plug is used for video signals (page 18).
Connecting to your TV
A
COAXIAL
DIGITAL OUT
PCM/DTS/
DOLBY DIGITAL
DOLBY DIGITAL
OPTICAL
S VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
Y
P
B
1
2
P
R
LINE OUT
VIDEO
R – AUDIO – L
A
R – AUDIO – L
VIDEO
1
2
LINE OUT
TV
CD/DVD player
(white)
(red)
Audio/video cord
(supplied)
(supplied)
(yellow)
to audio input
(yellow)
(white)
(red)
l
: Signal flow
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This connection will use your 2 front speakers connected to your stereo amplifier (receiver) for
sound. If the stereo amplifier (receiver) has audio input jacks L and R only, use
sound. If the stereo amplifier (receiver) has audio input jacks L and R only, use
. If the
amplifier (receiver) has a digital input jack, use
. When connecting to an MD deck or a DAT
deck, use
. In this case, connect the player directly to the MD deck or DAT deck without
using your stereo amplifier (receiver).
xRecommended surround sound effects for the
connection only.
• TVS STANDARD (page 50)
z
In connection
, you can use the supplied audio/video cord instead of using a separate audio cord.
z
To realize better surround sound effects, make sure that your listening position is in between your speakers.
If you select one of the TVS effects while playing a disc, no sound will come from your speakers with the
connection.
Connecting to a stereo amplifier (receiver) and 2 speakers/Connecting to an
MD deck or DAT deck
Note
B
B-1
B-2
B-2
B-1
B-1
B-2
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