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DVP-NS50P/NS41P/NS52P
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or 
electric shock, do not expose 
this apparatus to rain or 
moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do 
not open the cabinet. Refer 
servicing to qualified 
personnel only.
The AC power cord must be 
changed only at a qualified 
service shop.
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with 
this product will increase eye 
hazard. As the laser beam used in 
this CD/DVD player is harmful to 
eyes, do not attempt to disassemble 
the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified 
personnel only.
This symbol is 
intended to alert the 
user to the presence 
of uninsulated 
“dangerous voltage” 
within the product’s enclosure that 
may be of sufficient magnitude to 
constitute a risk of electric shock to 
persons.
This symbol is 
intended to alert the 
user to the presence 
of important 
operating and 
maintenance (servicing) 
instructions in the literature 
accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any 
changes or modifications not 
expressly approved in this manual 
could void your authority to 
operate this equipment.
Note
This equipment has been tested 
and found to comply with the 
limits for a Class B digital device, 
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC 
Rules. These limits are designed to 
provide reasonable protection 
against harmful interference in a 
residential installation. This 
equipment generates, uses, and can 
radiate radio frequency energy 
and, if not installed and used in 
accordance with the instructions, 
may cause harmful interference to 
radio communications. However, 
there is no guarantee that 
interference will not occur in a 
particular installation. If this 
equipment does cause harmful 
interference to radio or television 
reception, which can be 
determined by turning the 
equipment off and on, the user is 
encouraged to try to correct the 
interference by one or more of the 
following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the 
receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation 
between the equipment and 
receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an 
outlet on a circuit different 
from that to which the receiver 
is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an 
experienced radio/TV 
technician for help.
Notes About the 
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.
• After playing, store the disc in its 
case.
• Clean the disc with a cleaning 
cloth.
Wipe the disc from the center 
out.
• Do not use solvents such as 
benzine, thinner, commercially 
available disc/lens cleaners, or 
anti-static spray intended for 
vinyl LPs.
• If you have printed the disc’s 
label, dry the label before 
playing.
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Antennas
Service
• Never place the set in a 
confined space, such as a 
bookcase, or built-in 
cabinet, unless proper 
ventilation is provided.
• Do not place the set near or 
over a radiator or heat 
register, or where it is 
exposed to direct sunlight.
Outdoor antenna grounding
If an outdoor antenna or cable system is installed, 
follow the precautions below.
An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the 
vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light 
or power circuits, or where it can come in contact with 
such power lines or circuits.
WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA 
SYSTEM, EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN 
TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER 
LINES OR CIRCUITS AS CONTACT WITH THEM 
IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL.
Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide 
some protection against voltage surges and built-up static 
charges.  Section 810 of the National Electrical Code 
provides information with respect to proper grounding of 
the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in 
wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding 
conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection 
to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the 
grounding electrode.
Antenna Grounding According to the 
National Electrical Code
Lightning
For added protection for this set during a lightning 
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long 
periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and 
disconnect the antenna or cable system.  This will 
prevent damage to the set due to lightning and power-
line surges.
Antenna Lead in Wire
Ground Clamp
Antenna Discharge unit 
(NEC Section 810-20)
Grounding Conductors
(NEC Section 810-21)
Ground Clamps
Power Service Grounding 
Electrode System
(NEC Art 250 Part H)
Electric Service 
Equipment
NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing 
to qualified service personnel under the following 
conditions:
• When the power cord or plug is 
damaged or frayed.
• If liquid has been spilled or 
objects have fallen into the 
set.
• If the set has been exposed 
to rain or water.
• If the set has been 
subject to excessive 
shock by being 
dropped, or the cabinet 
has been damaged.
• If the set does not operate 
normally when following 
the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls 
that are specified in the 
operating instructions.  Improper adjustment 
of other controls may result in damage and 
will often require extensive work by a 
qualified technician to restore the set to normal 
operation.
• When the set exhibits a distinct change in 
performance - this indicates a need for service.
Servicing
Do not attempt to service the set 
yourself as opening or removing 
covers may expose you to 
dangerous voltage or other 
hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Replacement parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the 
service technician has used replacement parts specified 
by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics 
as the original parts.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric 
shock, or other hazards.
Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or 
repairs to the set, ask the service 
technician to perform routine 
safety checks (as specified by the 
manufacturer) to determine that 
the set is in safe operating 
condition.
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Precautions
The power requirements and power 
consumption of this player are indicated on 
the back of the player. Check that the player’s 
operating voltage is identical with your local 
power supply.
On safety
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not 
place objects filled with liquids, such as 
vases, on the apparatus.
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into 
the cabinet, unplug the player and have it 
checked by qualified personnel before 
operating it any further.
On power sources
• The player is not disconnected from the AC 
power source as long as it is connected to 
the wall outlet, even if the player itself has 
been turned off.
• If you are not going to use the player for a 
long time, be sure to disconnect the player 
from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC 
power cord, grasp the plug itself; never pull 
the cord.
On placement
• Place the player in a location with adequate 
ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the 
player.
• Do not place the player on a soft surface 
such as a rug.
• Do not place the player in a location near 
heat sources, or in a place subject to direct 
sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical 
shock.
• Do not install the player in an inclined 
position. It is designed to be operated in a 
horizontal position only.
• Keep the player and the discs away from 
equipment with strong magnets, such as 
microwave ovens, or large loudspeakers.
• Do not place heavy objects on the player.
On operation
• If the player is brought directly from a cold 
to a warm location, or is placed in a very 
damp room, moisture may condense on the 
lenses inside the player. Should this occur, 
the player may not operate properly. In this 
case, remove the disc and leave the player 
turned on for about half an hour until the 
moisture evaporates.
• When you move the player, take out any 
discs. If you don’t, the disc may be 
damaged.
For the model supplied with the AC plug 
adaptor
If the AC plug of your unit does not fit into 
the wall outlet, attach the supplied AC plug 
adaptor.
On adjusting volume
Do not turn up the volume while listening to 
a section with very low level inputs or no 
audio signals. If you do, the speakers may be 
damaged when a peak level section is played.
On cleaning
Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a 
soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild 
detergent solution. Do not use any type of 
abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent 
such as alcohol or benzine.
On cleaning discs, disc/lens cleaners
Do not use a commercially available 
cleaning disc or disc/lens cleaner (wet or 
spray type). These may cause the 
apparatus to malfunction.
If you have any questions or problems 
concerning your player, please consult your 
nearest Sony dealer.
DVP–XXXX
00V 00Hz
00W
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Power requirements and 
power consumption
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
Caution: This player is capable of holding a 
still video image or on-screen display image 
on your television screen indefinitely. If 
you leave the still video image or on-screen 
display image displayed on your TV for an 
extended period of time you risk permanent 
damage to your television screen. Plasma 
display panel televisions and projection 
televisions are susceptible to this.
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Important
Safeguards
For your protection, please read these safety 
instructions completely before operating the appliance, 
and keep this manual for future reference.
Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and 
instructions on the appliance, or the one described in 
the operating instructions and adhere to them.
Use
Installation
Power sources
This set should be operated only 
from the type of power source 
indicated on the marking label. If 
you are not sure of the type of 
electrical power supplied to your 
home, consult your dealer or local power company.  
For those sets designed to operate from battery power, 
or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
Grounding or Polarization
This set is equipped with a polarized ac power cord 
plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other), or 
with a three-wire grounding type plug (a plug having a 
third pin for grounding).  Follow the instructions 
below:
For the set with a polarized AC power 
cord plug:
This plug will fit into the power 
outlet only one way.  This is a 
safety feature.  If you are unable to 
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the 
plug.  If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your 
electrician to have a suitable outlet installed.  Do not 
defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by 
forcing it in.
For the set with a three-wire grounding 
type AC plug:
This plug will only fit into a 
grounding-type power outlet.  This 
is a safety feature. If you are 
unable to insert the plug into the 
outlet, contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet 
installed.  Do not defeat the safety purpose of the 
grounding plug.
Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, 
extension cords or convenience 
receptacles beyond their capacity, 
since this can result in fire or 
electric shock.
Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into 
the set through openings as they 
may touch dangerous voltage points 
or short out parts that could result in 
a fire or electric shock.  Never spill 
liquid of any kind on the set.
Attachments
Do not use attachments not 
recommended by the manufacturer, as 
they may cause hazards.
Cleaning
Unplug the set from the wall outlet 
before cleaning or polishing it.  Do 
not use liquid cleaners or aerosol 
cleaners.  Use a cloth lightly 
dampened with water for cleaning 
the exterior of the set.
Water and Moisture
Do not use power-line operated sets 
near water - for example, near a 
bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or 
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or 
near a swimming pool, etc.
Power-Cord Protection
Route the power cord so that it is 
not likely to be walked on or 
pinched by items placed upon or 
against them, paying particular 
attention to the plugs, receptacles, and the point where 
the cord exits from the appliance.
Accessories
Do not place the set on an 
unstable cart, stand, tripod, 
bracket, or table.  The set may 
fall, causing serious injury to a 
child or an adult, and serious damage to the set.  Use 
only a cart stand tripod, bracket, or table recommended 
by the manufacturer.
An appliance and cart combination 
should be moved with care.  Quick 
stops, excessive force, and uneven 
surfaces may cause the appliance 
and cart combination to overturn.
Ventilation
The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for 
necessary ventilation.  To ensure reliable operation of 
the set, and to protect it from overheating, these slots 
and openings must never be blocked or covered.
• Never cover the slots and 
openings with a cloth or 
other materials.
• Never block the slots and 
openings by placing the set 
on a bed, sofa, rug or other 
similar surface.
S3125A
,continued
SECTION 1
GENERAL
This section is extracted from  instruction
manual. 2-581-693-13
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Enjoying MP3 Audio and JPEG Images  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  48
About MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image Files  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  48
Playing MP3 Audio Tracks or JPEG Image Files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  49
Enjoying JPEG Images as a Slide Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  52
Using Various Additional Functions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  54
Locking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL,
PARENTAL CONTROL)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  54
Controlling Your TV with the Supplied Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  57
Settings and Adjustments  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  58
Using the Setup Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  58
Setting the Display or Sound Track Language (LANGUAGE SETUP)  . . . . .  59
Settings for the Display (SCREEN SETUP). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  60
Custom Settings (CUSTOM SETUP). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  61
Settings for the Sound (AUDIO SETUP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  62
Additional Information  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  64
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  64
Self-diagnosis Function (When letters/numbers appear in the display). . . . .  67
Glossary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  67
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  69
Language Code List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  70
Index  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  71
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.
• “DVD” may be used as a general term for DVD VIDEOs, DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs and 
DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs.
• The meaning of the icons used in this manual is described below:
Icons
Meanings
Functions available for DVD VIDEOs and DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs in +VR 
mode or DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs in video mode
Functions available for DVD-RWs in VR (Video Recording) mode
Functions available for VIDEO CDs (including Super VCDs or CD-Rs/
CD-RWs in video CD format or Super VCD format)
Functions available for music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD format
Functions available for DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs) 
containing MP3* audio tracks, and JPEG image files
Functions available for DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/
DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs) containing MP3* audio tracks, and JPEG image files.
* MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer III) is a standard format defined by ISO (International Organization for 
Standardization)/IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) MPEG which compresses audio 
data.
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This Player Can Play the 
Following Discs
“DVD+RW,” “DVD-RW,” “DVD+R,” 
“DVD-R,” “DVD VIDEO,” and “CD” logos 
are trademarks.
Note about CDs/DVDs
The player can play CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-
RWs recorded in the following formats:
– music CD format
– video CD format
– MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files of 
format conforming to ISO 9660* Level 1/
Level 2, or its extended format, Joliet
– KODAK Picture CD format
* A logical format of files and folders on CD-
ROMs, defined by ISO (International 
Organization for Standardization).
The player can play DVD-ROMs/
DVD+RWs/DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs
recorded in the following format:
– MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files of 
format conforming to UDF (Universal Disk 
Format).
Example of discs that the player 
cannot play
The player cannot play the following discs:
• CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than 
those recorded in the formats listed on this 
page.
• CD-ROMs recorded in PHOTO CD format.
• Data part of CD-Extras.
• DVD Audio discs.
• HD layer on Super Audio CDs.
Also, the player cannot play the following 
discs:
• A DVD VIDEO with a different region 
code.
• A disc recorded in a color system other than 
NTSC, such as PAL or SECAM (this 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 
tape or a sticker still left on it.
Region code
Your player has a region code printed on the 
back of the unit and only will play DVD 
VIDEOs (playback only) labeled with 
identical region codes. This system is used to 
protect copyrights.
DVD VIDEOs labeled 
 will also play on 
this player.
If you try to play any other DVD VIDEO, the 
message “Playback prohibited by area 
limitations.” will appear on the TV screen. 
Depending on the DVD VIDEO, there may 
be no region code indication, even though 
playing the DVD VIDEO is prohibited by 
area restrictions.
Format of discs
DVD VIDEO
DVD-RW/-R
DVD+RW/+R
VIDEO CD/
Music CD
CD-RW/-R
ALL
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Region code
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Notes
• Notes about DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/
DVD-Rs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs
Some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/DVD-
Rs, or CD-Rs/CD-RWs cannot be played on this 
player due to the recording quality or physical 
condition of the disc, or the characteristics of the 
recording device and authoring software.
The disc will not play if it has not been correctly 
finalized. For more information, refer to the 
operating instructions for the recording device. 
Note that some playback functions may not work 
with some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, even if they 
have been correctly finalized. In this case, view 
the disc by normal playback. Also some DATA 
CDs/DATA DVDs created in Packet Write 
format cannot be played.
• Music discs encoded with copyright protection 
technologies
This product is designed to playback discs that 
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
Recently, various music discs encoded with 
copyright protection technologies are marketed 
by some record companies. Please be aware that 
among those discs, there are some that do not 
conform to the CD standard and may not be 
playable by this product.
• Note on DualDiscs
A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which 
mates DVD recorded material on one side with 
digital audio material on the other side.
However, since the audio material side does not 
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, 
playback on this product is not guaranteed.
Note on playback operations of 
DVDs and VIDEO CDs
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.
Copyrights
This product incorporates copyright 
protection technology that is protected by 
U.S. patents and other intellectual property 
rights. Use of this copyright protection 
technology must be authorized by 
Macrovision, and is intended for home and 
other limited viewing uses only unless 
otherwise authorized by Macrovision. 
Reverse engineering or disassembly is 
prohibited.
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Index to Parts and Controls
For more information, see the pages indicated in parentheses.
Front panel
A [/1 (on/standby) button (24)
B Disc tray (24)
C Front panel display (11)
D A (open/close) button (24)
E H (play) button (24)
F X (pause) button (25)
G x (stop) button (25)
H ./> (previous/next) buttons (34)
I PROGRESSIVE button/indicator (19) 
Lights up when the player outputs 
progressive signals.
J  (remote sensor) (16)
Rear panel
A DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack (20)
B LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks (20)
C LINE OUT (VIDEO) jack (17)
D S VIDEO OUT jack (17)
E COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks 
(17)
AUDIO
R
L
P
R
Y
P
B
VIDEO
COAXIAL
LINE OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
DIGITAL OUT
S VIDEO OUT
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Front panel display
When playing back a DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW
When playing back a VIDEO CD with Playback Control (PBC) (28)
When playing back a CD, DATA CD/DATA DVD (MP3 audio), or VIDEO CD (without PBC)
* When playing DATA DVDs, the DVD indicator is displayed.
Current title/chapter or playing 
time (38)
Disc type
Current audio signal (42)
Lights up when you can change the angle (44)
Lights up during 
Repeat Play (32)
Playing status
Disc type
Current scene or playing time (38)
Playing status
Lights up during A-B Repeat Play (33)
Playing time (38)
Disc type*
Current track (38)
Lights up during 
Repeat Play (32)
Lights up when playing MP3 audio tracks (48)
Playing status
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Remote
A TV [/1 (on/standby) button (57)
B Z OPEN/CLOSE button (25)
C Number buttons (27)
The number 5 button has a tactile dot.*
D CLEAR button (29)
E TOP MENU button (27)
F C/X/x/c buttons (27)
G O RETURN button (25)
H
/
 REPLAY/STEP/ 
ADVANCE/STEP buttons (25, 35)
I ./> PREV/NEXT (previous/
next) buttons (25)
J
m/M  
SCAN/SLOW 
buttons (35)
K ZOOM button (25, 51)
L SLOW PLAY/FAST PLAY buttons 
(25)
M AUDIO button (41)
N SUBTITLE button (44)
O [/1 (on/standby) button (24)
P VOL (volume) +/– buttons (57)
The + button has a tactile dot.*
Q TV/VIDEO button (57)
R PICTURE NAVI (picture navigation) 
button (37, 51)
S TIME/TEXT button (38)
T MENU button (27)
U ENTER button (22)
V DISPLAY button (13)
W H PLAY button (24)
The 
H button has a tactile dot.*
X x STOP button (25)
Y X PAUSE button (25)
Z SUR (surround) button (42)
wj ANGLE button (44)
* Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating 
the player.
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Guide to the Control Menu Display
Use the Control Menu to select a function and to view related information. Press DISPLAY 
repeatedly to turn on or change the Control Menu display as follows:
Control Menu display
The Control Menu display 1 and 2 will show different items depending on the disc type. For 
details about each item, see the pages in parentheses.
Example: Control Menu display 1 when playing a DVD VIDEO.
*
1
Displays the scene number for VIDEO CDs 
(PBC is on), track number for VIDEO CDs/
CDs, album number for DATA CDs/DATA 
DVDs.
*
2
Displays the index number for VIDEO CDs, 
MP3 audio track number or JPEG image file 
number for DATA CDs/DATA DVDs.
*
3
Displays Super VCD as “SVCD.”
*
4
Displays the date for JPEG files.
To turn off the display
Press DISPLAY.
Control Menu display 1
m
Control Menu display 2 (DATA CDs/DATA DVDs only)
m
Control Menu display off
,
OFF
OFF
SET
ON
PLAY
1 8 ( 3 4 )
1 2 ( 2 7 )
T
 1 : 3 2 : 5 5
DVD VIDEO
Quit:
PROGRAM
ENTER
DISPLAY
Currently playing chapter number*
2
Playing time*
4
Total number of chapters*
2
Options
Current setting
Total number of titles*
1
Playback status
(
N Playback, 
X Pause, 
x Stop, etc.)
Function name of 
selected Control 
Menu item
Operation message
Selected item
Control Menu items
Type of disc 
being played*
3
Currently playing title number*
1
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List of Control Menu items
Item
Item Name, Function
TITLE (page 35)/SCENE (page 35)/TRACK (page 35)
Selects the title, scene, or track to be played.
CHAPTER (page 35)/INDEX (page 35)
Selects the chapter or index to be played.
TRACK (page 35)
Selects the track to be played.
ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST (page 27)
Selects the type of titles (DVD-RW) to be played, the ORIGINAL one, or an edited 
PLAY LIST.
TIME/TEXT (page 35)
Checks the elapsed time and the remaining playback time.
Input the time code for picture and music searching.
Displays the DVD/CD text, or the DATA CD/DATA DVD track/file name. 
PROGRAM (page 29)
Selects the title, chapter, or track to play in the order you want. 
SHUFFLE (page 31)
Plays the title, chapter, or track in random order.
REPEAT (page 32)
Plays the entire disc (all titles/all tracks/all albums) repeatedly or one title/chapter/track/
album repeatedly.
A-B REPEAT (page 33)
Specifies the parts you want to play repeatedly.
CUSTOM PICTURE MODE (page 45)
Adjusts the video signal from the player. You can select the picture quality that best suits 
the program you are watching. 
SHARPNESS (page 47)
Exaggerates the outline of the image to produce a sharper picture. 
PARENTAL CONTROL (page 54)
Set to prohibit playback on this player. 
SETUP (page 58)
QUICK Setup (page 22)
Use Quick Setup to choose the desired language of the on-screen display, the aspect ratio 
of the TV and the audio output signal.
CUSTOM Setup
In addition to the Quick Setup setting, you can adjust various other settings.
RESET
Returns the settings in “SETUP” to the default setting. 
ALBUM (page 48)
Selects the album to be played. 
FILE (page 35)
Selects the JPEG image file to be played. 
DATE (page 51)
Displays the date the picture was taken by a digital camera. 
 
INTERVAL (page 53)
Specifies the duration for which the slides are displayed on the screen. 
EFFECT (page 53)
Selects the effects to be used for changing slides during a slide show.
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Hint
The Control Menu icon indicator lights up in green 
 when you select any item 
except “OFF” (“PROGRAM,” “SHUFFLE,” 
“REPEAT,” “A-B REPEAT,” “CUSTOM 
PICTURE MODE,” “SHARPNESS” only). The 
“ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST” indicator lights up in 
green when you select “PLAY LIST” (default 
setting).
MODE (MP3, JPEG) (page 52)
Selects the data type; MP3 audio track (AUDIO), JPEG image file (IMAGE) or both 
(AUTO) to be played when playing a DATA CD or DATA DVD. 
  
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Hooking Up the Player
Follow steps 1 to 6 to hook up and adjust the settings of the player.
Notes
• Plug cords securely to prevent unwanted noise.
• Refer to the instructions supplied with the components to be connected.
• You cannot connect this player to a TV that does not have a video input jack.
• Be sure to disconnect the power cord of each component before connecting.
Step 1: Unpacking
Check that you have the following items:
• Audio/Video cord (phono plug 
× 3 y phono plug × 3) (1)
• Remote commander (remote) (1)
• 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 
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.
Notes
• 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 a 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.
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Step 3: 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 
A through C, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, 
projector, or AV amplifier (receiver).
In order to view progressive signal (480p) pictures with a compatible TV, projector, or monitor, 
you must use pattern 
C.
A
 If you are connecting to a video input jack
Connect the yellow plug of an audio/video cord (supplied) to the yellow (video) jack. You will 
enjoy standard quality images.
With this connection, select “NORMAL (INTERLACE)” (default) by pressing the 
PROGRESSIVE button on the front panel.
A
VIDEO
AUDIO
INPUT
L
R
C
P
R
P
B
Y
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN
B
INPUT
S VIDEO
AUDIO
R
L
PR
Y
PB
VIDEO
COAXIAL
LINE OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
S VIDEO OUT
DIGITAL OUT
Audio/video
cord
(supplied)
l : Signal flow
S VIDEO cord 
(not supplied)
(yellow)
TV, projector or AV 
amplifier (receiver)
CD/DVD player
TV, projector or AV 
amplifier (receiver)
(green)
Component
video cord 
(not supplied)
TV, projector or AV 
amplifier (receiver)
(red)
(blue)
(yellow)
to LINE OUT (VIDEO)
to COMPONENT 
VIDEO OUT
to S VIDEO OUT
(green)
(blue)
(red)
Yellow
White (L)
Red (R)
Yellow
White (L)
Red (R)
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B
 If you are connecting to an S VIDEO input jack
Connect an S VIDEO cord (not supplied). You will enjoy high quality images.
With this connection, select “NORMAL (INTERLACE)” (default) by pressing the 
PROGRESSIVE button on the front panel.
C
 If you are connecting to a monitor, projector, or AV amplifier 
(receiver) having component video input jacks (Y, P
B
, P
R
)
Connect the component via the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks using a component video 
cord (not supplied) or three video cords (not supplied) of the same kind and length. You will 
enjoy accurate color reproduction and high quality images.
If your TV accepts progressive 480p format signals, use this connection and press the 
PROGRESSIVE button on the front panel to output progressive signals. For details, see “Using 
the PROGRESSIVE button” (page 19).
When connecting to a wide screen TV
Depending on the disc, the image may not fit your TV screen. To change the aspect ratio, see 
page 60.
Notes
• Do not connect a VCR, etc., between your TV and the player. If you pass the player signals via the VCR, 
you may not receive a clear image on the TV screen. If your TV has only one audio/video input jack, 
connect the player to this jack.
• Consumers should note that not all high definition television sets are fully compatible with this product and 
may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture. In case of 480 progressive scan picture problems, it is 
recommended that the user switch the connection to the ‘standard definition’ output. If there are questions 
regarding your TV set compatibility with this 480p DVD player model, please contact our customer service 
center.
Green
Blue
Red
Green
Blue
Red
VCR
CD/DVD player
TV
Connect
directly
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