Sony DVP-NS518P / DVP-NS618P Service Manual ▷ View online
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The Control Menu icon indicator lights up in green
The Control Menu icon indicator lights up in green
when you select any item
except “OFF” (“PROGRAM,” “SHUFFLE,”
“REPEAT,” “A-B REPEAT,” “SHARPNESS,”
“ZOOM,” “TVS” only). The “ORIGINAL/PLAY
LIST” indicator lights up in green when you select
“PLAY LIST” (default setting). The “ANGLE”
indicator lights up in green when you can change
the angle. The “CUSTOM PICTURE MODE”
indicator lights up in green when any setting other
than “STANDARD” is selected.
“REPEAT,” “A-B REPEAT,” “SHARPNESS,”
“ZOOM,” “TVS” only). The “ORIGINAL/PLAY
LIST” indicator lights up in green when you select
“PLAY LIST” (default setting). The “ANGLE”
indicator lights up in green when you can change
the angle. The “CUSTOM PICTURE MODE”
indicator lights up in green when any setting other
than “STANDARD” is selected.
◆ Items for DATA discs or USB (DVP-NS628P
only)
TVS (TV Virtual Surround)
Selects surround sound effect when
connecting a stereo TV or 2 front
speakers. This only works when
playing a multichannel Dolby audio
sound track. Furthermore, if the
player is set up to output the signal
from the DIGITAL OUT
(COAXIAL) jack, the surround
effect will only be heard when
“DOLBY DIGITAL” is set to “D-
PCM” and “MPEG” is set to “PCM”
in “AUDIO SETUP” (page 32).
connecting a stereo TV or 2 front
speakers. This only works when
playing a multichannel Dolby audio
sound track. Furthermore, if the
player is set up to output the signal
from the DIGITAL OUT
(COAXIAL) jack, the surround
effect will only be heard when
“DOLBY DIGITAL” is set to “D-
PCM” and “MPEG” is set to “PCM”
in “AUDIO SETUP” (page 32).
The default setting is underlined.
• OFF
Cancels the setting.
• OFF
Cancels the setting.
• TVS DYNAMIC THEATER
• TVS DYNAMIC
• TVS WIDE
This mode is effective when the
distance between the front L and R
speakers is short, such as with built-
in speakers on a stereo TV.
• TVS DYNAMIC
• TVS WIDE
This mode is effective when the
distance between the front L and R
speakers is short, such as with built-
in speakers on a stereo TV.
• TVS NIGHT
This feature is useful when you want
to hear the dialogue and enjoy the
surround sound effects of “TVS
WIDE” at low volume.
This feature is useful when you want
to hear the dialogue and enjoy the
surround sound effects of “TVS
WIDE” at low volume.
• TVS STANDARD
Use this setting when you want to
use TVS with 2 separate speakers.
Use this setting when you want to
use TVS with 2 separate speakers.
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• When you select one of the TVS
• When you select one of the TVS
modes, turn off the surround setting
of the connected TV or audio
component.
of the connected TV or audio
component.
• The TVS effects do not work when
using the Fast Play or Slow Play
functions, even though you can
change the TVS modes.
functions, even though you can
change the TVS modes.
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Item
Item Name, Function
ALBUM
Selects the album that contains
music and photo files to be played.
music and photo files to be played.
FILE
Selects the photo file to be played.
ALBUM
Selects the album that contains video
file to be played.
file to be played.
FILE
Selects the video file to be played.
DATE
Displays the date the picture was
taken by a digital camera.
taken by a digital camera.
INTERVAL
(page 27)
Specifies the duration for which the
slides are displayed on the screen.
slides are displayed on the screen.
EFFECT
(page 27)
Selects the effects to be used for
changing slides during a slide show.
changing slides during a slide show.
MEDIA
VIDEO: plays video files.
PHOTO/MUSIC: plays photo and
music files as a slide show.
PHOTO: plays photo files.
MUSIC: plays music files.
PHOTO/MUSIC: plays photo and
music files as a slide show.
PHOTO: plays photo files.
MUSIC: plays music files.
b
• For details on playable files, see
• For details on playable files, see
“Playable Media” page 37.
• Depending on the contents, the
player will play all files regardless of
the “MEDIA” settings.
the “MEDIA” settings.
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Various Play Mode
Functions
Functions
You can set the following play modes:
• Programme Play (page 21)
• Shuffle Play (page 22)
• Repeat Play (page 22)
• A-B Repeat Play (page 23)
• Programme Play (page 21)
• Shuffle Play (page 22)
• Repeat Play (page 22)
• A-B Repeat Play (page 23)
b
The play mode is cancelled when:
– you open the disc tray.
– you remove the USB device (DVP-NS628P only).
– you press
The play mode is cancelled when:
– you open the disc tray.
– you remove the USB device (DVP-NS628P only).
– you press
[/1 and the player enters standby mode.
– you change the setting of “DISC/USB” (DVP-
NS628P only).
Creating your own
programme (Programme Play)
You can play the contents in the order you
want. You can programme up to 99 titles,
chapters, and tracks.
want. You can programme up to 99 titles,
chapters, and tracks.
1
After selecting
(PROGRAM)
on the Control Menu (page 18), press
X/x to select “SET
X/x to select “SET
t
,” then press
ENTER.
2
Press
c.
The cursor moves to the title or track row
“T” (in this case, “01”).
“T” (in this case, “01”).
3
Select the title, chapter, or track you
want to programme.
◆ When playing a DVD VIDEO
For example, select chapter “03” of title
“02.”
Press
want to programme.
◆ When playing a DVD VIDEO
For example, select chapter “03” of title
“02.”
Press
X/x to select “02” under “T,” then
press ENTER.
Next, press
X/x to select “03” under “C,”
then press ENTER.
◆ When playing a VIDEO CD or CD
For example, select track “02.”
Press
For example, select track “02.”
Press
X/x to select “02” under “T,” then
press ENTER.
PROGRAM
1. TITLE
ALL CLEAR
2. TITLE – –
3. TITLE – –
4. TITLE – –
5. TITLE – –
6. TITLE – –
7. TITLE – –
3. TITLE – –
4. TITLE – –
5. TITLE – –
6. TITLE – –
7. TITLE – –
T
– –
01
02
03
04
05
02
03
04
05
“TRACK” is displayed when you play
a VIDEO CD or CD.
a VIDEO CD or CD.
Recorded titles or tracks
PROGRAM
1. TITLE – –
ALL CLEAR
2. TITLE – –
3. TITLE – –
4. TITLE – –
5. TITLE – –
6. TITLE – –
7. TITLE – –
3. TITLE – –
4. TITLE – –
5. TITLE – –
6. TITLE – –
7. TITLE – –
T
C
ALL
01
02
03
04
05
06
02
03
04
05
06
– –
02
03
04
05
03
04
05
01
Recorded chapters
PROGRAM
1. TITLE – –
ALL CLEAR
2. TITLE – –
3. TITLE – –
4. TITLE – –
5. TITLE – –
6. TITLE – –
7. TITLE – –
3. TITLE – –
4. TITLE – –
5. TITLE – –
6. TITLE – –
7. TITLE – –
C
ALL
03
04
05
06
04
05
06
T
– –
01
02
03
04
05
02
03
04
05
02
01
T
– –
01
02
03
04
05
02
03
04
05
PROGRAM
1. TITLE 0 2 – 0 3
ALL CLEAR
2. TITLE – –
3. TITLE – –
4. TITLE – –
5. TITLE – –
6. TITLE – –
7. TITLE – –
3. TITLE – –
4. TITLE – –
5. TITLE – –
6. TITLE – –
7. TITLE – –
Selected title and chapter
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4
Repeat steps 2 to 3, to programme
other titles, chapters, or tracks.
The programmed titles, chapters, and
tracks are displayed in the selected order.
other titles, chapters, or tracks.
The programmed titles, chapters, and
tracks are displayed in the selected order.
5
Press
N.
Programme Play begins.
When the programme ends, you can
restart the same programme again by
pressing
When the programme ends, you can
restart the same programme again by
pressing
N.
To return to normal play
Press CLEAR, or select “OFF” in step 1. To
play the same programme again, select “ON”
in step 1 and press ENTER.
Press CLEAR, or select “OFF” in step 1. To
play the same programme again, select “ON”
in step 1 and press ENTER.
To change or cancel a programme
1
Follow step 1 of “Creating your own
programme (Programme Play).”
programme (Programme Play).”
2
Select the programme number of the title,
chapter, or track you want to change or
cancel using
chapter, or track you want to change or
cancel using
X/x and press c. If you
want to delete the title, chapter, or track
from the programme, press CLEAR.
from the programme, press CLEAR.
3
Follow step 3 of “Creating your own
programme (Programme Play)” for new
programming. To cancel a programme,
select “--” under “T,” then press ENTER.
programme (Programme Play)” for new
programming. To cancel a programme,
select “--” under “T,” then press ENTER.
To cancel all of the titles, chapters, or
tracks in the programmed order
Press
tracks in the programmed order
Press
X and select “ALL CLEAR” in step 2 of
“Creating your own programme (Programme
Play)” and press ENTER.
Play)” and press ENTER.
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You can perform Repeat Play or Shuffle Play of
programmed titles, chapters, or tracks. During
Programme Play, follow the steps of Repeat Play
(page 22) or Shuffle Play (page 22).
You can perform Repeat Play or Shuffle Play of
programmed titles, chapters, or tracks. During
Programme Play, follow the steps of Repeat Play
(page 22) or Shuffle Play (page 22).
b
• When you programme tracks on a Super VCD, the
• When you programme tracks on a Super VCD, the
total playing time is not displayed.
• You cannot use this function with VIDEO CDs or
Super VCDs with PBC playback.
Playing in random order
(Shuffle Play)
You can have the player “shuffle” titles,
chapters, or tracks. Subsequent “shuffling”
may produce a different playing order.
chapters, or tracks. Subsequent “shuffling”
may produce a different playing order.
1
After selecting
(SHUFFLE) on
the Control Menu (page 18), press
X/
x to select the item to be shuffled.
◆ When playing a DVD VIDEO
• TITLE
• CHAPTER
◆ When playing a VIDEO CD or CD
• TRACK
◆ When Programme Play is activated
• ON: shuffles titles, chapters, or tracks
◆ When playing a DVD VIDEO
• TITLE
• CHAPTER
◆ When playing a VIDEO CD or CD
• TRACK
◆ When Programme Play is activated
• ON: shuffles titles, chapters, or tracks
selected in Programme Play
2
Press ENTER.
Shuffle Play starts.
Shuffle Play starts.
To return to normal play
Press CLEAR, or select “OFF” in step 1.
Press CLEAR, or select “OFF” in step 1.
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• You can set Shuffle Play while the player is
• You can set Shuffle Play while the player is
stopped. After selecting the “SHUFFLE” option,
press
press
N. Shuffle Play starts.
• Up to 200 chapters in a disc can be played in
random order when “CHAPTER” is selected.
b
You cannot use this function with VIDEO CDs or
Super VCDs with PBC playback.
You cannot use this function with VIDEO CDs or
Super VCDs with PBC playback.
Playing repeatedly
(Repeat Play)
You can play all of the titles or tracks, or a
single title, chapter, or track repeatedly.
You can use a combination of Shuffle or
Programme Play modes.
single title, chapter, or track repeatedly.
You can use a combination of Shuffle or
Programme Play modes.
1
After selecting
(REPEAT) on
the Control Menu (page 18), press
X/
x to select the item to be repeated.
PROGRAM
1. TRACK 0 2
ALL CLEAR
2. TRACK
– –
3. TRACK
– –
4. TRACK
– –
5. TRACK
– –
6. TRACK
– –
7. TRACK
– –
0:15:30
– –
01
02
03
04
05
02
03
04
05
T
Selected track
Total time of the programmed tracks
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• DISC: repeats all of the titles, tracks, or
albums. (Select ORIGINAL or PLAY
LIST in DVD-VR mode)
LIST in DVD-VR mode)
• USB: repeats all albums
(
DVP-NS628P
only)
• TITLE: repeats the current title
• CHAPTER: repeats the current chapter
• TRACK: repeats the current track
• FILE (video files only): repeats the
• CHAPTER: repeats the current chapter
• TRACK: repeats the current track
• FILE (video files only): repeats the
current file
• ALBUM: repeats the current album
◆ When Programme Play or Shuffle Play
is activated
• ON: repeats Programme Play or Shuffle
◆ When Programme Play or Shuffle Play
is activated
• ON: repeats Programme Play or Shuffle
Play
2
Press ENTER.
Repeat Play starts.
Repeat Play starts.
To return to normal play
Press CLEAR, or select “OFF” in step 1.
Press CLEAR, or select “OFF” in step 1.
b
You cannot use this function with VIDEO CDs or
Super VCDs with PBC playback.
You cannot use this function with VIDEO CDs or
Super VCDs with PBC playback.
Repeating a specific
portion (A-B Repeat Play)
You can play a specific portion of a title,
chapter, or track repeatedly.
chapter, or track repeatedly.
1
After selecting
(A-B REPEAT)
on the Control Menu (page 18), press
X/x to select “SET t,” then press
ENTER.
The “A-B REPEAT” setting bar appears.
X/x to select “SET t,” then press
ENTER.
The “A-B REPEAT” setting bar appears.
2
During playback, when you find the
starting point (point A) of the portion to
be played repeatedly, press ENTER.
The starting point (point A) is set.
starting point (point A) of the portion to
be played repeatedly, press ENTER.
The starting point (point A) is set.
3
When you reach the ending point
(point B), press ENTER again.
The set points are displayed and the
player starts repeating this specific
portion.
(point B), press ENTER again.
The set points are displayed and the
player starts repeating this specific
portion.
To return to normal play
Press CLEAR, or select “OFF” in step 1.
Press CLEAR, or select “OFF” in step 1.
b
• A-B Repeat Play does not work across multiple
• A-B Repeat Play does not work across multiple
titles.
• You may not set A-B Repeat Play for contents in
DVD-VR mode that contains still pictures.
A 18 - 1:32:30
B
A 18 - 1:32:55
B 18 - 1:33:05
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Customizing the
Playback Configuration
Playback Configuration
Adjusting the playback
picture
(CUSTOM PICTURE MODE)
You can adjust the video signal from the
player to obtain the picture quality you want.
player to obtain the picture quality you want.
1
After selecting
(CUSTOM
PICTURE MODE) on the Control Menu
(page 18), press
(page 18), press
X/x to select the
setting you want.
The default setting is underlined.
• STANDARD: displays a standard
The default setting is underlined.
• STANDARD: displays a standard
picture
• DYNAMIC 1: produces a bold
dynamic picture by increasing the
picture contrast and the colour intensity
picture contrast and the colour intensity
• DYNAMIC 2: produces a more
dynamic picture than DYNAMIC 1 by
further increasing the picture contrast
and colour intensity
further increasing the picture contrast
and colour intensity
• CINEMA 1: enhances details in dark
areas by increasing the black level
• CINEMA 2: white colours become
brighter and black colours become
richer, and the colour contrast is
increased
richer, and the colour contrast is
increased
• MEMORY
t: adjusts the picture in
greater detail
2
Press ENTER.
The selected setting takes effect.
The selected setting takes effect.
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When you watch a movie, “CINEMA 1” or
“CINEMA 2” is recommended.
When you watch a movie, “CINEMA 1” or
“CINEMA 2” is recommended.
b
The “BRIGHTNESS” setting is not effective if you
connect the player via the LINE OUT (VIDEO)
jack and select “PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT
OUT ONLY)” to “ON” using the “SCREEN
SETUP.”
The “BRIGHTNESS” setting is not effective if you
connect the player via the LINE OUT (VIDEO)
jack and select “PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT
OUT ONLY)” to “ON” using the “SCREEN
SETUP.”
Sharpening the picture
(SHARPNESS)
You can enhance the outlines of images to
produce a sharper picture.
produce a sharper picture.
1
After selecting
(SHARPNESS)
on the Control Menu (page 18), press
X/x to select a level.
The default setting is underlined.
• OFF: cancels this option
• 1: enhances the outline
• 2: enhances the outline more than 1
X/x to select a level.
The default setting is underlined.
• OFF: cancels this option
• 1: enhances the outline
• 2: enhances the outline more than 1
2
Press ENTER.
The selected setting takes effect.
The selected setting takes effect.
Locking discs
(PARENTAL
CONTROL)
You can set two kinds of playback restrictions
as following:
• Custom Parental Control*
• Parental Control
as following:
• Custom Parental Control*
• Parental Control
After selecting
(PARENTAL
CONTROL) on the Control Menu (page 18),
the options appear as shown below.
Select the option you want.
The default setting is underlined.
• *ON
the options appear as shown below.
Select the option you want.
The default setting is underlined.
• *ON
t: Sets the playback restrictions so
that the player will not play inappropriate
discs (Custom Parental Control)
discs (Custom Parental Control)
• PLAYER
t: Playback of some DVD
VIDEOs can be limited according to a
predetermined level such as the age of the
users. Scenes may be blocked or replaced
with different scenes (Parental Control).
See “Parental Control (limited playback)”
(page 25) for detailed settings
predetermined level such as the age of the
users. Scenes may be blocked or replaced
with different scenes (Parental Control).
See “Parental Control (limited playback)”
(page 25) for detailed settings
• PASSWORD
t: Enter a 4-digit password
using the number buttons. The same
password is used for Custom Parental
Control* and Parental Control. Also use this
menu to change the password
password is used for Custom Parental
Control* and Parental Control. Also use this
menu to change the password
• *OFF
t: Turns off the Custom Parental
Control function
* DVP-NS628P only
PICTURE
Changes the contrast.
BRIGHTNESS
Changes the overall
brightness.
brightness.
COLOR
Makes the colours
deeper or lighter.
deeper or lighter.
HUE
Changes the colour
balance.
balance.
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Parental Control (limited playback)
You can set a playback limitation level.
1
After selecting
(PARENTAL
CONTROL) on the Control Menu
(page 18), press
(page 18), press
X/x to select “PLAYER
t,” then press ENTER.
The password is required.
The password is required.
2
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.
3
Press
X/x to select “STANDARD,” then
press ENTER.
The selection items for “STANDARD”
are displayed.
The selection items for “STANDARD”
are displayed.
4
Press
X/x to select a geographic area as
the playback limitation level, then press
ENTER.
The area is selected.
When you select “OTHERS
ENTER.
The area is selected.
When you select “OTHERS
t,” select
and enter a standard code in the table on
page 41 using the number buttons.
page 41 using the number buttons.
5
Press
X/x to select “LEVEL,” then press
ENTER.
The selection items for “LEVEL” are
displayed.
The selection items for “LEVEL” are
displayed.
6
Select the level you want using
X/x, then
press ENTER.
Parental Control setting is complete.
The lower the value, the stricter the
limitation.
Parental Control setting is complete.
The lower the value, the stricter the
limitation.
To turn off the Parental Control function,
set “LEVEL” to “OFF.”
set “LEVEL” to “OFF.”
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If you forget your password, remove the disc and
repeat step 1 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 step 1 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
N. When the display for entering
your password appears, enter your new password.
b
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.
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.
Playing Video, Photo,
and Music Files
and Music Files
The player can play video, photo, or music
files. For details on playable files, see
“Playable Media” page 37.
files. For details on playable files, see
“Playable Media” page 37.
b
DATA CDs recorded in KODAK Picture CD
format automatically start playing when inserted.
DATA CDs recorded in KODAK Picture CD
format automatically start playing when inserted.
1
Press MENU.
The list of albums appears.
2
Press
X/x to select the album.
3
Press
N.
Playback starts from the selected album.
To select a specific video or music file,
press ENTER and press
press ENTER and press
X/x to select a
track or file, and then press ENTER.
To select a specific photo file, see
“Selecting a photo file” (page 26).
To select a specific photo file, see
“Selecting a photo file” (page 26).
To stop playback
Press
Press
x.
To go to the next or previous page
Press
Press
c or C.
To return to the previous display
Press
Press
O RETURN.
To go to the next or previous music and
video files
Press
video files
Press
> or . during playback.
Note that you cannot return to the previous
album by using
album by using
., and that you need to
select the previous album from the album list.
To turn the display on or off
Press MENU repeatedly.
Press MENU repeatedly.
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To play music with lyrics
Press SUBTITLE while playing music files
that contain unsynchronized lyric
information. To display next/previous line,
press
Press SUBTITLE while playing music files
that contain unsynchronized lyric
information. To display next/previous line,
press
X/x.
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• By setting “MEDIA” to “PHOTO/MUSIC,” you
• By setting “MEDIA” to “PHOTO/MUSIC,” you
can view a slideshow with sound when the music
and photo files are placed in the same album.
and photo files are placed in the same album.
• Set “MEDIA” to “MUSIC” to enable lyrics
function.
• Depending on the contents, the player will play all
files regardless of the “MEDIA” settings.
• If the number of viewing times is preset, you can
play DivX video files as many times as the preset
number. The following occurrences are counted:
– when the disc tray is opened.
– when another file is played.
– when “DISC/USB” (DVP-NS628P only) or
number. The following occurrences are counted:
– when the disc tray is opened.
– when another file is played.
– when “DISC/USB” (DVP-NS628P only) or
“MEDIA” settings are changed.
– when the player is turned off. This includes
when the player is automatically turned off by
the Auto Power Off function. Press
the Auto Power Off function. Press
X instead of
x to stop viewing (DVP-NS618P only).
b
The player supports MP3 ID3 Lyrics only.
The player supports MP3 ID3 Lyrics only.
Playing video, photo, and music
files from USB device
(DVP-NS628P only)
files from USB device
(DVP-NS628P only)
1
After connecting the USB device
(page 15), select
(page 15), select
(DISC/USB)
on the Control Menu (page 18).
2
Press ENTER.
The default setting is underlined.
• DISC: Plays files from a disc
• USB: Plays files from a USB device
The default setting is underlined.
• DISC: Plays files from a disc
• USB: Plays files from a USB device
3
Select USB and follow step 3 of
“Playing Video, Photo, and Music
Files” (page 25) to start playback.
You can change to DISC mode
automatically by pressing
“Playing Video, Photo, and Music
Files” (page 25) to start playback.
You can change to DISC mode
automatically by pressing
Z without
turning on the Control Menu display.
Press
Press
N to start disc playback.
b
• For some device, LUN (Logical Unit Number)
• For some device, LUN (Logical Unit Number)
may appear. To change the LUN or original
storage, press
storage, press
when the list of albums
or tracks is displayed.
• If the number of viewing times is preset, you can
play DivX video files as many times as the preset
number. The following occurrences are counted:
– when
number. The following occurrences are counted:
– when
Z is pressed.
– when another file is played.
– when the player is turned off. This includes
– when the player is turned off. This includes
when the player is automatically turned off by
the Auto Power Off function. Press
the Auto Power Off function. Press
X instead of
x to stop viewing.
– when USB device is removed.
– when “DISC/USB” or “MEDIA” settings are
– when “DISC/USB” or “MEDIA” settings are
changed.
Selecting a photo file
1
Press MENU.
The list of albums appears.
The list of albums appears.
2
Press
X/x to select the album, then
press PICTURE NAVI.
The image files in the album appear in 16
subscreens. A scroll box is displayed on
the right.
The image files in the album appear in 16
subscreens. A scroll box is displayed on
the right.
To display additional images, select a
bottom image and press
bottom image and press
x. To return to a
previous image, select a top image and
press
press
X.
3
Press
C/X/x/c to select the image you
want to view, and press ENTER.
The selected image appears.
The selected image appears.
To go to the next or previous photo file
Press
Press
C or c during playback.
Note that you cannot return to the previous
album by using
album by using
C. Select the previous album
from the album list.
To rotate a photo image
Press
Press
X/x while viewing the image. Each
time you press
X, the image rotates
counterclockwise by 90 degrees.
To return to normal view, press CLEAR.
Note that the view also returns to normal if
you press
To return to normal view, press CLEAR.
Note that the view also returns to normal if
you press
C/c to go to the next or previous
image.
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To display photo information
Press SUBTITLE while viewing photo files.
The detailed information for the selected
photo file appears.
Press SUBTITLE while viewing photo files.
The detailed information for the selected
photo file appears.
is displayed when the picture was taken
using flash.
is displayed when the image is
automatically rotated.
To hide the information, press SUBTITLE.
Note that the above information may not
appear depending on the digital camera.
To hide the information, press SUBTITLE.
Note that the above information may not
appear depending on the digital camera.
To stop viewing the photo
Press
Press
x.
b
PICTURE NAVI does not work if “MUSIC” is
selected in “MEDIA” (page 20).
PICTURE NAVI does not work if “MUSIC” is
selected in “MEDIA” (page 20).
Setting the pace for a
slide show (INTERVAL)
You can set the time the slides are displayed
on the screen.
on the screen.
1
After selecting
(INTERVAL) on
the Control Menu (page 18), press
X/
x to select a setting.
The default setting is underlined.
• NORMAL: sets to standard duration
• FAST: sets a duration shorter than
The default setting is underlined.
• NORMAL: sets to standard duration
• FAST: sets a duration shorter than
NORMAL
• SLOW 1: sets a duration longer than
NORMAL
• SLOW 2: sets a duration longer than
SLOW 1
2
Press ENTER.
Selecting the slides’
appearance (EFFECT)
You can select the way the slides are
displayed during a slide show.
displayed during a slide show.
1
After selecting
(EFFECT) on
the Control Menu (page 18), press
X/
x to select a setting.
The default setting is underlined.
• MODE 1: the images randomly cycle
The default setting is underlined.
• MODE 1: the images randomly cycle
through the effects
• MODE 2: the next image sweeps in
from top left to bottom right
• MODE 3: the image sweeps in from top
to bottom
• MODE 4: the image sweeps in from left
to right
• MODE 5: the image stretches out from
the centre of the screen
• OFF: turns off this function
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Press ENTER.
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Settings and Adjustments
Using the Setup Display
You can make various adjustments to items,
such as picture and sound.
For details on each Setup Display item, see
pages from 28 to 33.
such as picture and sound.
For details on each Setup Display item, see
pages from 28 to 33.
b
Playback settings stored in the disc take priority
over the Setup Display settings and not all of the
functions described may work.
Playback settings stored in the disc take priority
over the Setup Display settings and not all of 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.
• QUICK: makes the basic adjustments
• QUICK: makes the basic adjustments
(page 14)
• CUSTOM: makes various adjustments
• RESET: resets all the settings explained
• RESET: resets all the settings explained
on pages 28 to 33
3
Press
X/x to select “CUSTOM,”
then press ENTER.
The Setup Display appears.
Select the setup category and adjust each
item following the instructions on pages
28 to 33.
Select the setup category and adjust each
item following the instructions on pages
28 to 33.
LANGUAGE SETUP
You can set various languages for the on-
screen display or sound track.
screen display or sound track.
◆ OSD (On-Screen Display)
Switches the display language on the screen.
Switches the display language on the screen.
◆ MENU (DVD VIDEO 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 VIDEO 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 VIDEO only)
Switches the language of the subtitle recorded
on the DVD VIDEO.
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 VIDEO.
When you select “AUDIO FOLLOW,” the
language for the subtitles changes according
to the language you selected for the sound
track.
z
If you select “OTHERS
If you select “OTHERS
t” in “MENU,”
“SUBTITLE,” or “AUDIO,” select and enter a
language code from “Language Code List” on
page 41 using the number buttons.
language code from “Language Code List” on
page 41 using the number buttons.
b
If you select a language in “MENU,”
“SUBTITLE,” or “AUDIO” that is not recorded on
a DVD VIDEO, one of the recorded languages will
be automatically selected.
If you select a language in “MENU,”
“SUBTITLE,” or “AUDIO” that is not recorded on
a DVD VIDEO, one of the recorded languages will
be automatically selected.
LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD:
MENU:
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:
MENU:
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ORIGINAL
ENGLISH
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SCREEN SETUP
Choose settings according to the TV to be
connected.
connected.
The default settings are underlined and differ
depending on the player model.
depending on the player model.
◆ 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).
b
Depending on the DVD, “4:3 LETTER BOX” may
be selected automatically instead of “4:3 PAN
SCAN” or vice versa.
Depending on the DVD, “4:3 LETTER BOX” may
be selected automatically instead of “4:3 PAN
SCAN” or vice versa.
◆ COLOR SYSTEM (VIDEO CD)
Selects the colour system when you play a
VIDEO CD.
Selects the colour system when you play a
VIDEO CD.
◆ SCREEN SAVER
The screen saver image appears when the
player in pause or stop mode for 15 minutes,
or when you play a CD, or music files 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 the
player in pause or stop mode for 15 minutes,
or when you play a CD, or music files for
more than 15 minutes. The screen saver will
help prevent your display device from
becoming damaged (ghosting). Press
N to
turn off the screen saver.
◆ BACKGROUND
Selects the background colour or picture on
the TV screen when the player is in stop mode
or while playing a CD, or music files.
Selects the background colour or picture on
the TV screen when the player is in stop mode
or while playing a CD, or music files.
◆ PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT
ONLY)
If your TV accepts progressive (525p/625p)
format signals, set “PROGRESSIVE
(COMPONENT OUT ONLY)” to “ON.”
Note that you must connect to a progressive
format TV using the COMPONENT VIDEO
OUT jacks (page 10).
ONLY)
If your TV accepts progressive (525p/625p)
format signals, set “PROGRESSIVE
(COMPONENT OUT ONLY)” to “ON.”
Note that you must connect to a progressive
format TV using the COMPONENT VIDEO
OUT jacks (page 10).
16:9
Select this when connecting to 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 connecting to 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 connecting to 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.
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.
16:9
4:3 LETTER BOX
4:3 PAN SCAN
PAL
Changes the video signals 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 signals 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.
player appears.
BLUE
The background colour is blue.
BLACK
The background colour is
black.
black.
OFF
To output normal (interlace)
signals.
signals.
ON
To output progressive signals.
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To output progressive signals
1
Select “PROGRESSIVE
(COMPONENT OUT ONLY),” and
press ENTER.
(COMPONENT OUT ONLY),” and
press ENTER.
2
Select “ON,” and press ENTER.
The display asks for confirmation.
The display asks for confirmation.
3
Select “Start,” and press ENTER.
The video switches to a progressive
signal for 5 seconds.
The video switches to a progressive
signal for 5 seconds.
4
If the picture appears normal, select
“YES,” and press ENTER.
If not, select “NO,” and press ENTER.
“YES,” and press ENTER.
If not, select “NO,” and press ENTER.
To reset the setting
If the picture does not appear normal or goes
blank, press
If the picture does not appear normal or goes
blank, press
[/1 to turn off the player, and
enter “369” using the number buttons on the
remote, then press
remote, then press
[/1 to turn on the player
again.
◆ MODE (PROGRESSIVE)
In order for these images to appear natural on
your screen when output in progressive
mode, the progressive video signal needs to
be converted to match the type of DVD
software that you are watching.
This setting is effective only when you set
“PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT
ONLY)” in “SCREEN SETUP” to “ON.”
In order for these images to appear natural on
your screen when output in progressive
mode, the progressive video signal needs to
be converted to match the type of DVD
software that you are watching.
This setting is effective only when you set
“PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT
ONLY)” in “SCREEN SETUP” to “ON.”
◆ 4:3 OUTPUT
This setting is effective only when you set
“TV TYPE” in “SCREEN SETUP” to
“16:9.”
Adjust this to watch 4:3 aspect ratio
progressive signals. If you can change the
aspect ratio on your progressive format
(525p/625p) compatible TV, change the
setting on your TV, not the player. This
setting is effective only when
“PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT
ONLY)” is set to “ON” in “SCREEN
SETUP.”
This setting is effective only when you set
“TV TYPE” in “SCREEN SETUP” to
“16:9.”
Adjust this to watch 4:3 aspect ratio
progressive signals. If you can change the
aspect ratio on your progressive format
(525p/625p) compatible TV, change the
setting on your TV, not the player. This
setting is effective only when
“PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT
ONLY)” is set to “ON” in “SCREEN
SETUP.”
For Taiwan model only
◆ BLACK LEVEL
Selects the black level (setup level) for the
video signals output from the jacks other than
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT.
Selects the black level (setup level) for the
video signals output from the jacks other than
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT.
For Taiwan model only
◆ BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT)
Selects the black level (setup level) for the
video signals output from the COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT jacks. You cannot select this
when the player outputs progressive signals
(page 29).
Selects the black level (setup level) for the
video signals output from the COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT jacks. You cannot select this
when the player outputs progressive signals
(page 29).
AUTO
Automatically detects the
software type (film-based or
video-based) and selects the
appropriate conversion mode.
Normally, select this position.
software type (film-based or
video-based) and selects the
appropriate conversion mode.
Normally, select this position.
VIDEO
Fixes the conversion mode to
the mode for video-based
software.
the mode for video-based
software.
FULL
Select this when you can
change the aspect ratio on your
TV.
change the aspect ratio on your
TV.
NORMAL
Select this when you cannot
change the aspect ratio on your
TV. Shows a 16:9 aspect ratio
signal with black bands on left
and right sides of the image.
change the aspect ratio on your
TV. Shows a 16:9 aspect ratio
signal with black bands on left
and right sides of the image.
ON
Sets the black level of the output
signal to the standard level.
signal to the standard level.
OFF
Lowers the standard black level.
Use this when the picture
becomes too white.
Use this when the picture
becomes too white.
OFF
Sets the black level of the output
signal to the standard level.
Normally, select this position.
signal to the standard level.
Normally, select this position.
ON
Raises the standard black level.
Use this setting when the
picture appears too dark.
Use this setting when the
picture appears too dark.
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Use this to set up playback related and other
settings.
settings.
The default settings are underlined and differ
depending on the player model.
depending on the player model.
◆ AUTO POWER OFF
Switches the Auto Power Off setting on or
off.
Switches the Auto Power Off setting on or
off.
◆ 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 (DVDs only)
Selects the picture in pause mode.
Selects the picture in pause mode.
◆ TRACK SELECTION (DVD VIDEO only)
Gives the sound track which contains the
highest number of channels priority when you
play a DVD VIDEO 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 VIDEO on which multiple audio
formats (PCM, MPEG audio, DTS, or Dolby
Digital format) are recorded.
b
• When you set the item to “AUTO,” the language
• 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 28).
has higher priority than the “AUDIO” settings in
“LANGUAGE SETUP” (page 28).
• If you set “DTS” to “OFF” (page 33), 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, MPEG audio, and
Dolby Digital sound tracks in this order.
the player selects PCM, DTS, MPEG audio, and
Dolby Digital sound tracks in this order.
◆ MULTI-DISC RESUME (DVD VIDEO/
VIDEO CD only)
Switches the Multi-disc Resume setting on or
off. Resume playback can be stored in
memory for up to 6 different DVD VIDEOs/
VIDEO CDs (page 16).
VIDEO CD only)
Switches the Multi-disc Resume setting on or
off. Resume playback can be stored in
memory for up to 6 different DVD VIDEOs/
VIDEO CDs (page 16).
b
If you run Quick Setup, Multi-disc Resume setting
stored in memory may return to the default settings.
If you run Quick Setup, Multi-disc Resume setting
stored in memory may return to the default settings.
◆ DivX (DVP-NS618P and DVP-NS628P
only)
Displays the registration code for this player.
For more information, go to
http://www.divx.com/vod
on the Internet.
only)
Displays the registration code for this player.
For more information, go to
http://www.divx.com/vod
on the Internet.
OFF
Switches this function off.
ON
The player enters standby mode
when left in stop mode for more
than 30 minutes.
when left in stop mode for more
than 30 minutes.
OFF
Switches this function off.
ON
Automatically starts playback
when the player is turned on by
a timer (not supplied).
when the player is turned on by
a timer (not supplied).
BRIGHT
Makes the lighting bright.
DARK
Makes the lighting dark.
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.
OFF
No priority given.
AUTO
Priority given.
ON
Stores the resume setting in
memory for up to 6 discs.
memory for up to 6 discs.
OFF
Does not store the resume
setting in memory. Playback
restarts at the resume point only
for the current disc in the player.
setting in memory. Playback
restarts at the resume point only
for the current disc in the player.
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AUDIO SETUP
You can set the sound according to the
playback and connection conditions.
playback and connection conditions.
The default settings are underlined and differ
depending on the player model.
depending on the player model.
◆ AUDIO DRC (Dynamic Range Control)
(DVDs only)
Makes the sound clear when the volume is
turned down when playing a DVD that
conforms to “AUDIO DRC.”
This function affects the output from the
following jacks:
– LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks.
– DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack only
(DVDs only)
Makes the sound clear when the volume is
turned down when playing a DVD that
conforms to “AUDIO DRC.”
This function affects the output from the
following jacks:
– LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks.
– DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack only
when “DOLBY DIGITAL” is set to “D-
PCM” (page 32).
PCM” (page 32).
◆ DOWNMIX (DVDs 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. This function affects
the output of the following jacks:
– LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks.
– DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack when
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. This function affects
the output of the following jacks:
– LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks.
– DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack when
“DOLBY DIGITAL” is set to “D-PCM”
(page 32).
(page 32).
◆ DIGITAL OUT
Selects if audio signals are output via the
DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack.
Selects if audio signals are output via the
DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack.
Setting the digital output signal
Switches the method of outputting audio
signals when you connect a component such
as an audio component or MD deck with a
digital input jack.
For connection details, see page 11.
Select “DOLBY DIGITAL,” “MPEG,”
“DTS,” and “48kHz/96kHz PCM” after
setting “DIGITAL OUT” to “ON.”
If you connect a component that is
incompatible with the selected audio signal, a
loud noise (or no sound) may be heard from
the speakers, risking damage to your ears or
speakers.
signals when you connect a component such
as an audio component or MD deck with a
digital input jack.
For connection details, see page 11.
Select “DOLBY DIGITAL,” “MPEG,”
“DTS,” and “48kHz/96kHz PCM” after
setting “DIGITAL OUT” to “ON.”
If you connect a component that is
incompatible with the selected audio signal, a
loud noise (or no sound) may be heard from
the speakers, risking damage to your ears or
speakers.
◆ DOLBY DIGITAL (DVDs only)
Selects the type of Dolby Digital signal.
Selects the type of Dolby Digital signal.
STANDARD
Normally, select this position.
TV MODE
Makes low sounds clear even if
you turn the volume down.
you turn the volume down.
WIDE
RANGE
RANGE
Gives you the feeling of being
at a live performance.
at a live performance.
DOLBY
SUR-
ROUND
SUR-
ROUND
Normally, select this position.
Multi-channel audio signals are
output to 2 channels for enjoying
surround sounds.
Multi-channel audio signals are
output to 2 channels for enjoying
surround sounds.
NORMAL
Multi-channel audio signals are
downmixed to 2 channels for use
with your stereo.
downmixed to 2 channels for use
with your stereo.
ON
Normally, select this position.
When you select “ON,” see
“Setting the digital output signal”
for further settings.
When you select “ON,” see
“Setting the digital output signal”
for further settings.
OFF
The influence of the digital
circuit upon the analogue circuit
is minimal.
circuit upon the analogue circuit
is minimal.
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.
D-PCM
Select this when the player is
connected to an audio
component without 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 32).
connected to an audio
component without 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 32).
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◆ MPEG (DVDs only)
Selects the type of MPEG audio signal.
Selects the type of MPEG audio signal.
◆ DTS
Selects whether or not to output DTS signals.
Selects whether or not to output DTS signals.
b
• When you play a DVD VIDEO with DTS
sound tracks, set “DTS” to “ON” in
“AUDIO SETUP” (page 33).
“AUDIO SETUP” (page 33).
• If you connect the player to audio
equipment without a DTS decoder, do not
set “DTS” to “ON” in “AUDIO SETUP”
(page 33). A loud noise may come out from
the speakers, affecting your ears or causing
the speakers to be damaged.
set “DTS” to “ON” in “AUDIO SETUP”
(page 33). A loud noise may come out from
the speakers, affecting your ears or causing
the speakers to be damaged.
◆ 48kHz/96kHz PCM (DVD VIDEO only)
Selects the sampling frequency of the audio
signal.
Selects the sampling frequency of the audio
signal.
b
The analogue audio signals from the LINE OUT
L/R (AUDIO) jacks are not affected by this setting
and keep their original sampling frequency level.
The analogue audio signals from the LINE OUT
L/R (AUDIO) jacks are not affected by this setting
and keep their original sampling frequency level.
PCM
Select this when the player is
connected to an audio
component without a built-in
MPEG decoder. If you play
multi-channel MPEG audio
sound tracks, only the Front (L)
and Front (R) signals will be
output from your two front
speakers.
connected to an audio
component without a built-in
MPEG decoder. If you play
multi-channel MPEG audio
sound tracks, only the Front (L)
and Front (R) signals will be
output from your two front
speakers.
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 without a built-in
DTS decoder.
connected to an audio
component without 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.
48kHz/16bit
The audio signals of DVD
VIDEOs are always converted
to 48kHz/16bit.
VIDEOs are always converted
to 48kHz/16bit.
96kHz/24bit
All types of signals including
96kHz/24bit are output in their
original format. However, if the
signal is encrypted for
copyright protection purposes,
the signal is only output as
48kHz/16bit.
96kHz/24bit are output in their
original format. However, if the
signal is encrypted for
copyright protection purposes,
the signal is only output as
48kHz/16bit.
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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 mains lead is connected
securely.
Picture
There is no picture/picture noise appears.
, Re-connect the connecting cable securely.
, The connecting cables are damaged.
, Check the connection to your TV (page 10)
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.
, The disc is recorded in a colour system that
is different from your TV.
, You set the “PROGRESSIVE
(COMPONENT OUT ONLY)” to “ON” in
“SCREEN SETUP” (page 29) even though
your TV cannot accept the progressive
signal. In this case, refer to page 30 to reset
the setting.
“SCREEN SETUP” (page 29) even though
your TV cannot accept the progressive
signal. In this case, refer to page 30 to reset
the setting.
, 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 8. (You cannot change the colour
system of the DVD disc itself.)
colour system of the player. For details, see
page 8. (You cannot change the colour
system of the DVD disc itself.)
, Even if your TV is compatible with
progressive format 525p/625p signals and
connected using COMPONENT VIDEO
OUT jacks, the image may be affected when
you set the player to progressive format. In
this case, set the “PROGRESSIVE
(COMPONENT OUT ONLY)” in
“SCREEN SETUP” to “OFF” (page 29) so
that the player is set to normal (interlace)
format.
connected using COMPONENT VIDEO
OUT jacks, the image may be affected when
you set the player to progressive format. In
this case, set the “PROGRESSIVE
(COMPONENT OUT ONLY)” in
“SCREEN SETUP” to “OFF” (page 29) so
that the player is set to normal (interlace)
format.
Sound
There is no sound.
, Re-connect the connecting cable securely.
, The connecting cable is damaged.
, The player is connected to the wrong input
jack on the audio component (page 11).
, The audio component 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 (COAXIAL) jack,
check the audio settings (page 32).
check the audio settings (page 32).
, 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.” Press AUDIO to select
the recorded track.
come out when you select “2:STEREO,”
“2:1/L,” or “2:2/R.” Press AUDIO to select
the recorded track.
, When playing multichannel MPEG audio
sound tracks, only the Front (L) and Front
(R) signals will be output from two front
speakers.
(R) signals will be output from two front
speakers.
The sound volume is low.
, The sound volume is low on some DVDs.
The sound volume may improve if you set
“AUDIO DRC” in “AUDIO SETUP” to
“TV MODE” (page 32).
“AUDIO DRC” in “AUDIO SETUP” to
“TV MODE” (page 32).
Operation
The remote does not function.
, The batteries in the remote are weak.
, There are obstacles between the remote and
the player.
, The distance between the remote and the
player is too far.
, The remote is not pointed at the remote
sensor on the player.
The disc does not play.
, The disc is turned over.
Insert the disc with the playback side facing
down.
down.
, The disc is skewed.
, The player cannot play certain discs
(page 2).
, The region code on the DVD does not match
the player.
, Moisture has condensed inside the player
(page 3).
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, The player cannot play a recorded disc that
is not correctly finalized (page 38).
The album/track/file names are not
displayed correctly.
displayed correctly.
, The player can only display numbers and
alphabet. Other characters are displayed as
“*”.
“*”.
The disc does not start playing from the
beginning.
beginning.
, Programme Play, Shuffle Play, Repeat Play,
or A-B Repeat Play is selected (page 21).
, Resume play has taken effect (page 16).
“Copyright lock” appears and the screen
turns blue when playing in DVD-VR mode.
turns blue when playing in DVD-VR mode.
, Images taken from digital broadcasts, etc.,
may contain copy protection signals, such
as complete copy protection signals, single
copy signals, and restriction-free signals.
When images that contain copy protection
signals are played, a blue screen may appear
instead of the images. It may take a while
when looking for playable images. (For
player that cannot play images that contain
a copy protection only)
as complete copy protection signals, single
copy signals, and restriction-free signals.
When images that contain copy protection
signals are played, a blue screen may appear
instead of the images. It may take a while
when looking for playable images. (For
player that cannot play images that contain
a copy protection only)
Some functions such as Stop, Fast Play,
Slow Play, Slow-motion Play, Repeat
Play, Shuffle Play, or Programme Play
cannot be performed.
Slow Play, Slow-motion Play, Repeat
Play, Shuffle Play, or Programme Play
cannot be performed.
, Depending on the disc, you may not be able
to do some of the operations above.
The player does not operate properly.
, When static electricity, etc., causes the
player to operate abnormally, unplug the
player.
player.
5 numbers or letters are displayed on the
screen.
screen.
, The self-diagnosis function was activated.
(See the table on page 36.)
The disc tray does not open and “LOCKED”
appears on the front panel display.
appears on the front panel display.
, Child Lock is set (page 8).
The disc tray does not open and “T LOCK”
(DVP-NS518P and DVP-NS618P only) or
“TRAY LOCKED” (DVP-NS628P only)
appears on the front panel display.
(DVP-NS518P and DVP-NS618P only) or
“TRAY LOCKED” (DVP-NS628P only)
appears on the front panel display.
, Contact your Sony dealer or local
authorized Sony service facility.
“Data error” appears on the TV screen
when playing video, photo, and music
files.
when playing video, photo, and music
files.
, The video, photo, and music files you want
to play is broken.
USB (DVP-NS628P only)
The player does not detect a USB device
connected to the player.
connected to the player.
, The USB device is not securely connected
to the player (page 15).
, The USB device or a cable is damaged.
, Disc mode has not been switched to USB
mode.
, Compatibility with all encoding/writing
softwares, recording devices, and recording
media cannot be guaranteed. Incompatible
USB device may produce noise or
interrupted audio or may not play at all.
media cannot be guaranteed. Incompatible
USB device may produce noise or
interrupted audio or may not play at all.
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