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DVP-NS955V
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Precautions
On safety
• 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 (mains) 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 (mains lead), 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.
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.
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
Do not use a commercially available cleaning 
disc. It may cause a malfunction.
If you have any questions or problems 
concerning your player, please consult your 
nearest Sony dealer.
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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This Player Can Play the 
Following Discs
“DVD VIDEO” and “DVD-RW” 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, JPEG image files, and 
DivX video 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 formats:
– DivX video files of format conforming to 
UDF.
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 the 
previous page.
• CD-ROMs recorded in PHOTO CD format.
• Data part of CD-Extras.
• DVD Audios.
• DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs 
that do not contain any DivX video files.
Also, the player cannot play the following 
discs:
• A DVD VIDEO with a different region 
code.
• 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) labelled with 
identical region codes. This system is used to 
protect copyrights.
DVD VIDEOs labelled 
 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 
(page 94)
DVD-RW
(page 94)
Super Audio 
CD (page 94)
VIDEO CD
Music CD
ALL
DVP–XXXX
00V 00Hz
00W
NO.
0-000-000-00
X
Region code
,continued
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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 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.
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 centre out.
• Do not use solvents such as benzine, 
thinner, commercially available 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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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:
*1 MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard 
format defined by ISO (International 
Organization for Standardization)/MPEG which 
compresses audio data.
*2 DivX
®
 is a video file compression technology, 
developed by DivXNetworks, Inc.
*3 DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are 
trademarks of DivXNetworks, Inc. and are used 
under license.
Check your model name
The instructions in this manual are for the 2 
models: DVP-NS955V and DVP-LS785V. 
Check your model name by looking at the 
front panel of the player. DVP-NS955V is 
the model used for illustration purposes. 
Any difference in operation is clearly 
indicated in the text, for example, “DVP-
NS955V only.”
Icons
Meanings
Functions available for DVD 
VIDEOs and DVD+RWs/
DVD+Rs 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 Super 
Audio CDs
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*
1
 audio 
tracks, JPEG image files and 
DivX*
2
*
3
 video files)
Functions available for DATA 
DVDs (DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs/
DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs) 
containing DivX*
2
*
3
 video 
files.
SECTION 1
GENERAL
This section is extracted from  instruction
manual. 2-059-563-13
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Index to Parts and Controls
For more information, see the pages indicated in parentheses.
Front panel
DVP-NS955V
DVP-LS785V
A [/1 (on/standby) button (32)
B SUPER AUDIO CD indicator (37, 94) 
Lights up when: 
– playing an HD (High Density) layer of 
Super Audio CDs. 
–no disc is inserted.
C MULTI CHANNEL indicator (37, 94) 
Lights up when:
– playing a disc that contains multiple 
audio signal channels.
– no disc is inserted.
D Disc tray (32)
E A (open/close) button (32)
F H (play) button (DVP-NS955V only) 
(32)
G X (pause) button (33)
H x (stop) button (33)
I ./> (previous/next) buttons 
(DVP-NS955V only) (44)
J PROGRESSIVE button/indicator (19) 
Lights up when the player outputs 
progressive signals.
K Front panel display (10)
L Remote sensor (16)
M FL OFF (Front panel display off) 
indicator (DVP-NS955V only) (83)
N VIDEO OFF indicator (DVP-NS955V 
only) (32)
O H/Playback Dial (DVP-LS785V 
only) (32, 44, 45)
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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) (38)
When playing back a Super Audio CD, CD, DATA DVD (DivX video), DATA CD (MP3 audio/
DivX video), or VIDEO CD (without PBC)
*1 When playing the HD layer of Super Audio CDs, the disc type is not displayed.
*2 When playing DivX video files, the current track is not displayed.
z
Hint
You can adjust the lighting of the front panel 
display by setting “DISPLAY” (DVP-NS955V 
only) or “DIMMER” (DVP-LS785V only) in 
“CUSTOM SETUP.” (page 83)
Current title/chapter or playing 
time (49)
Disc type
Current audio signal (53)
Lights up when you can change the angle (57)
Lights up during 
Repeat Play (41)
Playing status
Disc type
Current scene or playing time (49)
Playing status
Lights up during A-B Repeat Play (42)
Playing time (49)
Disc type*
1
Current track*
2
 (49)
Lights up during 
Repeat Play (41)
Lights up when playing MP3 audio tracks (62)
Playing status
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Rear panel
DVP-NS955V
DVP-LS785V
A DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack (24) 
(25) (26)
B DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack (24) 
(25) (26)
C 5.1CH OUTPUT jacks (26)
D LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks (23) 
(24) (25)
E LINE OUT (VIDEO) jack (17)
F S VIDEO OUT jack (17)
G COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, P
B
/
C
B
, P
R
/C
R
) jacks (17)
H LINE 1 (RGB)-TV jack (DVP-
NS955V only)/LINE (RGB)-TV jack 
(DVP-LS785V only) (17)
I LINE 2 jack (DVP-NS955V only) (17)
OPTICAL
FRONT
COAXIAL
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
DIGITAL OUT
5.1CH OUTPUT
LINE 1(RGB)-TV
REAR
CENTER
WOOFER
LINE 2
L
R
R-AUDIO-L
LINE OUT
S VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
Y
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
P
R
/C
R
P
B
/C
B
OPTICAL
FRONT
COAXIAL
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
DIGITAL OUT
5.1CH OUTPUT
LINE (RGB)-TV
REAR
CENTER
WOOFER
L
R
R-AUDIO-L
LINE OUT
S VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
Y
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
P
R
/C
R
P
B
/C
B
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Remote
A TV/DVD switch (78)
B
Z
 (open/close) button (33)
C Number buttons (35)
The number 5 button has a tactile dot.*
D CLEAR/-/-- (ten digit) button (39)
E
 (subtitle) button (57)
F
 (audio) button (52)
G REPEAT button (41)
H SHUFFLE button (40)
I SA-CD MULTI/2CH (Super Audio 
CD multi/2 channel) button (37)
J SA-CD/CD (Super Audio CD/CD) 
button (37)
K ./> (previous/next) buttons (33)
L
m/M 
 (scan/slow) buttons 
(45)
M H (play) button (32)
The H button has a tactile dot.*
N X (pause) button (33)
O C/X/x/c buttons (35)
P DISPLAY button (13)
Q TOP MENU button (35)
R [/1 (on/standby) button (32)
S 2 (volume) +/– buttons (78)
The + button has a tactile dot.*
T t (TV/video)/TIME/TEXT button 
(49)
U PICTURE MODE button (58)
V ENTER button (28)
W
 (angle) button (57)
X SUR (surround) button (54)
Y VIDEO ON/OFF  button 
(DVP-NS955V) (32)
A-B button (DVP-LS785V) (42)
Z SEARCH MODE button (46)
wj ALBUM +/– button (33, 64)
wk PICTURE NAVI (picture navigation) 
button (47, 65)
wl ZOOM button (33, 65)
e;
 (instant advance/step) button 
(33, 45)
ea
 (instant replay/step) button 
(33, 45)
es x (stop) button (33)
ed ENTER button (28)
ef O RETURN button (33)
eg MENU button (35) (63)
* 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/
Super Audio CDs/CDs, album number for 
DATA DVDs/DATA CDs.
*2 Displays the index number for VIDEO CDs/
Super Audio CDs, MP3 audio track number or 
JPEG image file number for DATA CDs. DivX 
video file number for 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 ( Only for DATA CDs without DivX video files)
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, Relevant Disc Type
TITLE (page 46)/SCENE (page 46)/TRACK (page 46)
Selects the title, scene, or track to be played.
 
 
CHAPTER (page 46)/INDEX (page 46)
Selects the chapter or index to be played.
 
 
TRACK (page 46)
Selects the track to be played.
 
 
ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST (page 36)
Selects the type of titles (DVD-RW) to be played, the ORIGINAL one, or an edited 
PLAY LIST.
TIME/TEXT (page 46)
Checks the elapsed time and the remaining playback time.
Input the time code for picture and music searching.
Displays the DVD/Super Audio CD/CD text, or the DATA DVD/DATA CD track/file 
name.  
 
 
 
 
 
MULTI/2CH (page 37)
Selects the playback area on Super Audio CDs when available. 
PROGRAM (page 39)
Selects the title, chapter, or track to play in the order you want. 
 
 
 
SHUFFLE (page 40)
Plays the title, chapter, or track in random order.
 
 
 
REPEAT (page 41)
Plays the entire disc (all titles/all tracks/all albums) repeatedly or one title/chapter/track/
album/file repeatedly.
 
 
 
 
 
 
A-B REPEAT (page 42)
Specifies the parts you want to play repeatedly.
 
 
 
SHARPNESS (page 60)
Exaggerates the outline of the image to produce a sharper picture. 
 
 
 
 
AV ALIGNMENT (page 61)
Adjust the delay between the picture and sound. (DVP-NS955V only)
 
 
 
PARENTAL CONTROL (page 73)
Set to prohibit playback on this player. 
 
 
 
SETUP (page 80)
QUICK Setup (page 28)
Use Quick Setup to choose the desired language of the on-screen display, the aspect 
ratio of the TV, the audio output signal, and the size of the speaker you are using.
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 62)
Selects the album to be played. 
 
FILE (page 46)
Selects the JPEG image file or DivX video file to be played. 
 
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* These items are not displayed when playing a DATA CD with DivX video file.
z
Hint
The Control Menu icon indicator lights up in green 
 when you select any item 
except “OFF.” (“PROGRAM,” “SHUFFLE,” 
“REPEAT,” “A-B REPEAT,” “SHARPNESS” 
only). The “ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST” indicator 
lights up in green when you select “PLAY LIST” 
(default setting). The “MULTI/2CH” indicator 
lights up in green when you select the multi-channel 
playback area on a Super Audio CD. The “AV 
ALIGNMENT” indicator lights up in green when 
set to more than 0 ms (DVP-NS955V only).
DATE (page 65)
Displays the date the picture was taken by a digital camera. 
INTERVAL (page 68)
Specifies the duration for which the slides are displayed on the screen. 
EFFECT (page 68)
Selects the effects to be used for changing slides during a slide show. 
MODE (MP3, JPEG) (page 67)
Selects the data type; MP3 audio track (AUDIO), JPEG image file (IMAGE) or both 
(AUTO) to be played when playing a DATA CD. 
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Hookups
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 mains lead of each component before connecting.
Step 1: Unpacking
Check that you have the following items:
• Audio/Video cord (pinplug 
u 3 y pinplug u 3) (1) (supplied with UK models)
• Remote commander (remote) (1)
• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
Step 2: Inserting Batteries Into the Remote
You can control the player using the supplied remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) 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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H
o
o
kups
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 D, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, 
projector, or AV amplifier (receiver).
In order to view progressive signal (525p or 625p) pictures with a compatible TV, projector, or 
monitor, you must use pattern A.
Example: DVP-NS955V
OPTICAL
FRONT
COAXIAL
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
DIGITAL OUT
5.1CH OUTPUT
LINE 1(RGB)-TV
REAR
CENTER
WOOFER
LINE 2
L
R
R-AUDIO-L
LINE OUT
S VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
Y
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
PR/CR
PB/CB
C
VIDEO
AUDIO
INPUT
L
R
D
INPUT
S VIDEO
P
R
/C
R
P
B
/C
B
Y
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN
B
A
Audio/video 
cord 
(supplied with 
UK models)
Component video 
cord (not supplied)
(yellow)
TV, projector, or 
AV amplifier 
(receiver)
to S VIDEO OUT
TV, projector, or AV 
amplifier (receiver)
(green)
S VIDEO cord 
(not supplied)
TV, projector, or AV 
amplifier (receiver)
(red)
(blue)
(green)
(blue)
(red)
to LINE OUT (VIDEO)
TV
l : Signal flow
CD/DVD player
to COMPONENT 
VIDEO OUT
SCART cord 
(not supplied)
VCR
Connectiong 
the VCR
to LINE 2 
(DVP-NS955V 
only)
to LINE 
(RGB)-TV
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Note
When connecting to a progressive TV, it is 
recommended that you use only pattern A. If you 
connect to your TV using both A and B, a special 
control signal transmitted via the SCART cable 
may cause the signal to be switched to the SCART 
jack.
A
 If you are connecting to a monitor, projector, or AV amplifier 
(receiver) having component video input jacks (Y, P
B
/C
B
, P
R
/C
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 colour reproduction and high quality images.
If your TV accepts progressive 525p/625p 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).
B
 If you are connecting to a SCART input jack
Connect a SCART cord (not supplied). Be sure to make the connections firmly to avoid hum and 
noise. When you connect using the SCART cord, check that the TV conforms to S video or RGB 
signals. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV to be connected. Also, when 
you set “LINE” to “S VIDEO” or “RGB” under “SCREEN SETUP” in the Setup Display 
(page 82), use a SCART cord that conforms to each signal. For DVP-NS955V, be sure to 
connect your TV to the LINE 1 (RGB)-TV jack on the player.
With this connection, select “NORMAL (INTERLACE)” (default) by pressing the 
PROGRESSIVE button on the front panel.
C
 If you are connecting to a video input jack
Connect the yellow plug of an audio/video cord (supplied with UK models) 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.
D
 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.
Green
Blue
Red
Green
Blue
Red
Yellow
White (L)
Red (R)
Yellow
White (L)
Red (R)
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o
o
kups
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 82.
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 525 or 625 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 525p and 625p DVD player model, please contact 
our customer service centre.
• When you connect the player to your TV via the SCART jacks, the TV’s input source is set to the player 
automatically when you start playback. In this case, press t (TV/video) on the remote to return the input 
to the TV.
• If you set “LINE” in SCREEN SETUP to “RGB” (page 28, 82), the player outputs no component video 
signals.
For DVP-NS955V
• If you are connecting to a VCR, connect your VCR to the LINE 2 jack on the player. The VCR can record 
the signal only from your TV.
• If you cannot view the pictures from a VCR through this player which is connected to a TV with RGB 
component jacks, set 
 to t (Audio/Video) on your TV. When you select 
 (RGB), the TV 
cannot receive the signal from the VCR.
• If you want to use your VCR’s SmartLink function, connect the VCR to your TV’s SmartLink jack and 
connect the player to the TV with another jack.
• The SmartLink function may not work properly if your VCR is connected to your TV via the SCART jacks 
on the player.
Using the PROGRESSIVE button
By using the PROGRESSIVE button on the front panel, you can select the signal format in 
which the player outputs video signals (Progressive or Interlace), and the conversion method for 
progressive signals. The PROGRESSIVE indicator lights up when the player outputs 
progressive signals.
Each time you press PROGRESSIVE, the display changes as follows:
PROGRESSIVE AUTO
m
PROGRESSIVE VIDEO
m
NORMAL (INTERLACE)
When you play a disc recorded in the NTSC colour system, the player outputs the video signal 
or the Setup Display etc. in the NTSC colour system and the picture may not appear on the 
PAL colour system televisions. In this case, open the tray and remove the disc.
VCR
CD/DVD player
TV
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PROGRESSIVE AUTO
Select this setting when:
– your TV accepts progressive signals, and,
– the TV is connected to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks.
Normally select this under the above condition. This automatically detects the software type, and 
selects the appropriate conversion method.
Note that the picture will not be clear or no picture will appear if you select these settings when 
either of the above conditions is not met.
PROGRESSIVE VIDEO
Select this setting when:
– your TV accepts progressive signals, and,
– the TV is connected to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks, and
– you want to fix the conversion method to PROGRESSIVE VIDEO for video-based software.
Select this if the image is not clear when you select PROGRESSIVE AUTO.
Note that the picture will not be clear or no picture will appear if you select these settings when 
either of the above conditions is not met.
NORMAL (INTERLACE)
Select this setting when:
– your TV does not accept progressive signals, or,
– your TV is connected to jacks other than the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (LINE OUT 
(VIDEO) or S VIDEO OUT).
About DVD software types and the conversion method
DVD software can be divided into two types: film-based software and video based software.
Video-based software is derived from TV, such as dramas and sit-coms, and displays images at 
30 frames/60 fields per second. Film-based software is derived from film and displays images 
at 24 frames per second. Some DVD software contains both video and film.
In order for these images to appear natural on your screen when output in progressive format, 
the progressive signals need to be converted to match the type of DVD software that you are 
watching.
Notes
• When you play video-based software in progressive signal format, sections of some types of images may 
appear unnatural due to the conversion process when output through the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT 
jacks. Images from the S VIDEO OUT and LINE OUT (VIDEO) jacks are unaffected as they are output in 
the normal (interlace) format.
• If you set “LINE” in “SCREEN SETUP” to “RGB,” then the player switches to “NORMAL 
(INTERLACE).” This will happen even though you select “PROGRESSIVE AUTO” or “PROGRESSIVE 
VIDEO.”
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