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Sony DVP-NS328 (DVP-NS328B)
DVP-NS328 - Slim and stylish DVD Player with USB drive giving you the flexibility to enjoy content from various sources

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Product details:

Product code: DVP-NS328B EAN: 4905524577488 Manufacturer: Sony

69.58

* VAT included - Precision Drive 3 Mechanism for fast, stable and accurate playback. - Playback of DVD-RW/-R /-R DL (VR mode w/o CPRM). - Playback of JPEG, MP3, AAC, WMA, Audio CD-R/RW, Super VCD discs. - USB drive for access to movies, photos and music. - DivX Playback. - Fast / Slow Playback with Sound. - TV Virtual Surround (TVS). - Quick Set-up. - Available in Black. Main specifications:
Product is discontinued. You can not order it anymore.
Analog signal format system: Video D/A Converter (DAC): Video compression formats: PAL(F) 12bit / 108MHz DVD Video, VCD, SVCD, DivX 192kHz / 16bit mp3, Audio CD, AAC, WMA 85 dB 85 dB 83 dB 0.01 % DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, CD-R/RW JPEG Y Y Y
Audio D/A Converter (DAC): Audio formats supported: Audio dynamic range CD: Audio dynamic range DVD: Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR): Total Harmonic Distortion (THD):

Storage media

Disk types supported:

Still image

Image formats supported:

Connectivity

Plug and Play: Composite video out: Digital audio coaxial out: SCART ports quantity: USB 2.0 ports quantity: Audio (L,R) out:

Management features

Handheld remote control:

Colour

Colour of product:
Black 25 - 80 % 5 - 35 C AC 220 - 240 V, 50 - 60 Hz 0.1 W 10 W 1600 g 430 x 207 x 43 mm Player 2

Environmental conditions

Operating relative humidity range: Operating temperature range (T-T):

Energy management

Power requirements: Power consumption (standby): Power consumption:

Weight & dimensions

Weight: Dimensions W x D x H:

Technical details

Device type: DVD region:
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4-169-962-12(1)

Portable CD/DVD Player
Operating Instructions Manual de instrucciones

DVP-FX750

2010 Sony Corporation

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. Batteries or batteries installed apparatus shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. Precautions Install this system so that the AC power cord can be unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the event of trouble. 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. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. For customers in the U.S.A Owners Record
The model and serial numbers are located at the bottom of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DVP-FX750 Serial No.______________

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.
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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your
This label is located on the bottom of the unit.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. 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.

outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11) Only use attachments/ accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

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. If you have any questions or problems concerning your player, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

About this manual

In this manual, disc is used as a general reference for the DVDs or CDs unless otherwise specified by the text or illustrations. Icons, such as , listed at the top of each explanation indicate what kind of media can be used with the function being explained. For details, see Playable Media (page 25). NEED-to-know information (to prevent incorrect operation) is listed under the b icon. NICE-to-know information (tips and other useful information) is listed under the z icon.
Copyrights and trademarks
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. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD-R, DVD VIDEO, and CD logos are trademarks. MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Do not take apart or remodel the player. Doing so can result in electric shock. Consult your nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center for exchange of rechargeable batteries, internal checks or repair.

Table of Contents

WARNING. 2 Guide to Parts and Controls. 5

Preparations. 8

Checking the Accessories. 8 Charging the Rechargeable Battery. 8 Using the Car Battery Adaptor. 9 Connecting to a TV. 10

Playback.11

Playing Discs. 11 Playing MP3 and JPEG Files. 14 Adjusting the Picture Size and Quality. 15
Settings and Adjustments.17
Using the Setup Display. 17
Additional Information.20
Troubleshooting. Precautions. Playable Media. Specifications. Index. 28
Guide to Parts and Controls
For more information, see the pages indicated in parentheses.
A LCD panel (page 11) B Speaker C TOP MENU button
When playing a DVD VIDEO: Displays the top menu.

Player

D DISPLAY button
Displays the playback information. When playing a DVD:Displays the playback information and changes the playback mode. See page 13. When playing a CD:Each time you press the button, switches between track playback time and disc playback time.

TOP MENU DISPLAY MENU

MENU button
When playing a DVD:Displays the menu. When playing a CD:Each time you press the button, switches Repeat Play, Shuffle Play, and Play. When playing a JPEG file:Displays the list of thumbnails and plays a slideshow. See page 14.

RETURN

OPTIONS

VOLUME

PUSH CLOSE

CHARGE

C/X/x/c button
Moves the highlight to select a displayed item. When playing a DVD:C/c on the player works as the same as m/ M on the remote.

POWER OFF ON

PHONES A B

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

DC IN 9.5V

Center button (ENTER)
Enters the selected item. When playing a DVD or CD:ENTER on the player works as the same as N.
The VOLUME+ and N (play) buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the player.

,continued

RETURN button
Returns to the previous display.

(remote sensor)

When operating by the remote, point it at the remote sensor.

OPTIONS button

Displays the menu for adjusting the LCD screen (page 15) and using the setup display (page 17).

M POWER switch (page 11)

Turns the player on or off.
E VOLUME (sound volume) +/ button

Adjusts the volume.

N HOLD switch
To avoid accidental button operation of the player, set the HOLD switch to the direction of the arrow. All the buttons on the player are locked, while the buttons on the remote remain operable.

F N (play) button (page 11)
Starts or re-starts playback.
X (pause) button (page 11)
Pauses or re-starts playback.
O PHONES (headphone) jack A, B P AUDIO OUT jack (page 10) Q VIDEO OUT jack (page 10) R DC IN 9.5V jack (page 8, 9)
Connect the AC power adaptor or car battery adaptor.
x (stop) button (page 11)

Stops playback.

. (previous)/> (next) button
Skips to the beginning of the current chapter/track/scene. To go to the beginning of the previous chapter/track/scene, press twice. Skips to the next chapter/track/scene.
G Disc Lid (page 11) H OPEN button (page 11)

Opens the disc lid.

I PUSH CLOSE (page 11)

Closes the disc lid.

J POWER indicator (page 11) K CHARGE indicator (page 8)

Remote

Replays the scene/briefly fast forward the current scene (DVD only).

m/M buttons

(scan/slow)
Fast reverses/ fast forwards when pressed during playback. Press repeatedly to change the speed. When playing a DVD:Slow reverses/ slow forwards when pressed during pause. Press repeatedly to change the speed. Depending on the disc, reverse slow playback may not be possible, or images may not appear smooth.

V ANGLE button

Changes the angle. When (Angle Mark) appears, you can change angles. Depending on the disc, you may not be able to change the angle. (DVD VIDEO only)

AUDIO button

Changes the audio signal. When playing a DVD VIDEO:Each time you press the button, the language of the sound track switches. Depending on the disc, the choice of language varies. When playing a CD:Each time you press the button, the mode switches between stereo and monaural (left/ right).
The VOL +, number 5, N and AUDIO buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the player.

S Number buttons

Enters the title/chapter numbers, etc. When playing a DVD VIDEO or CD:Search directly by entering the title/chapter/track number using the number buttons, and press ENTER. To switch a title or chapter, press C/ c.

SUBTITLE button

Changes the subtitle. Each time you press the button, the subtitle switches. Depending on the disc, the choice of language varies. (DVD only)

CLEAR button

Clears the entry field.

REPLAY/ buttons

ADVANCE

Preparations

Charging the Rechargeable Battery
Charge the rechargeable battery before using the player for the first time, or when the battery is depleted.

Checking the Accessories

Check that you have the following items: AC power adaptor (1) Car battery adaptor (1) Audio/video cord (mini plug 2 y phono plug 3) (1) Remote (1) Size AA (R6) batteries (2)

By connecting the player to your TV or monitor, you can enjoy images.
b Do not disconnect the car battery adaptor or turn off the car engine before you turn off the player. Doing so may damage the player. Disconnect the car battery adaptor after use. If it is left connected, the car battery may become depleted. Do not leave the player or accessories in the car.
1 Connect the player to your TV or
monitor using the audio/video cord (supplied).
To AUDIO/ VIDEO input jacks of a TV or monitor
Audio/video cord (supplied) z The player can connect to an AV amplifier in the same way as a TV. Although connecting is the same as a TV, the yellow plug of the audio/video cord is not used. b No picture is displayed on the LCD screen while connected to a TV using the audio/video cord. Refer to the instructions supplied with the equipment to be connected. Before connecting, turn off the player and the equipment to be connected, then unplug from their wall sockets.
4 Insert the disc to be played.

Playback

Place with the playback side down and push gently until it clicks.

Playing Discs

Depending on the disc, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the disc. Connect the AC power adaptor.
Playback side facing down
5 Push the PUSH CLOSE on the
disc lid to shut the disc lid.

OPEN PUSH CLOSE

6 Press N.
The player starts playback. Depending on the disc, a menu may appear. Press C/X/x/c to select the item, and press ENTER.

To stop playback

Press x.
1 Open the LCD panel. 2 Slide the POWER switch to
The player turns on and the POWER indicator lights up in green.

To pause playback

Press X.
b Discs created on DVD recorders must be correctly finalized to play on the player. For more information about finalizing, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DVD recorder. The disc may be still spinning when the disc lid is opened. Wait until the spinning stops before removing the disc.
3 Press OPEN to open the disc lid.
To resume playback from the point where you stopped the disc (Resume Play)

When you press N again after you stop playback, the player starts playback from the point when you pressed x.
z To play from the beginning of the disc, press x twice, and press N. When turning power on again after power off, resume play starts automatically. b Depending on the stop point, Resume play may not start from exactly the same point. The resume point is cleared when you open the disc lid.
About various playback operations
To Change the LCD picture size Operation Press OPTIONS to select LCD Mode (page 15).
Display the DVD Press MENU or TOP menu MENU (page 5). Check the DVD playback information Play DVDs repeatedly (Repeat Play) Play DVDs in fast reverse or fast forward (Scan Play) Change the CD playback information Play CDs repeatedly (Repeat Play) Play CDs randomly (Shuffle Play) Press DISPLAY (page 13). Press DISPLAY to select Repeat (page 13). Press C/c repeatedly on the player to select the speed (page 5). Press DISPLAY repeatedly (page 5). Press MENU repeatedly (page 5). Press MENU repeatedly (page 5).
Notes on the screen saver
A screen saver image appears when you leave the player in pause or stop mode without operation for more than 15 minutes. The image disappears when you press N. For the setup of Screen Saver, see page 18. The player goes to standby, 15 minutes after starting the screen saver function. Press N to come out of standby mode.
Using the Playback Information Display
While playing a DVD, you can check the current playback information. The playback information display also allows you to set a title/chapter or change sound/ subtitle, and so on. When entering the numbers, operate the number buttons on the remote.
Press DISPLAY while playing a DVD.
The current playback information appears. Example: When playing a DVD VIDEO
C.Time: Time appears while playing a chapter. 00:00:00 will appear by pressing ENTER. Enter the desired time code by pressing the number buttons. Repeat: Select Chapter, Title, All, or Off by pressing X/x. Time Disp.: Title Elapsed is displayed. Select Title Elapsed, Title Remain, Chapter Elapsed, or Chapter Remain by pressing X/ x.

Press ENTER.

To turn off the display

Press DISPLAY or RETURN.

b Depending on the disc, you may not be able to set some items.
Menu Title Chapter Audio Subtitle 02/07 03/20
Current playback information

01 5.1CH 01 English

D English

Title Elapsed 00:12:01

Elapsed or remaining time

LCD Mode LCD Aspect : Backlight : Contrast : Full 0 10

To stop slideshow

Press x to return to the list of files. Press MENU to return to the list of thumbnails.

To pause slideshow

Hue : Color : Default
3 Press X/x to select items and
LCD Aspect: Change the picture size. Select Normal, Full or Zoom by pressing X/x*. Backlight: Adjust the brightness by pressing C/c.
Contrast: Adjust the difference between light and dark areas by pressing C/c. Hue: Adjust the red and green color balance by pressing C/c. Color: Adjust the richness of colors by pressing C/c. Default: Return all settings to the factory defaults.
* In Normal, pictures are displayed in their original configuration, retaining the aspect ratio. 4:3 pictures are displayed with black bands on both sides of the screen. 4:3 letter box pictures are displayed with bands on all sides of the screen. In Full, pictures are adjusted to fill the entire screen. 16:9 pictures are displayed in their original configuration. (Black band recorded in a 16:9 picture cannot be erased.) 4:3 pictures appear stretched. In Zoom, 4:3 pictures are displayed full width. The upper and lower areas of the picture will be slightly cut.
To turn off the menu display
Press OPTIONS or RETURN twice.
b Depending on the disc, the screen size you can select differs.

Settings and Adjustments

Using the Setup Display
By using the setup display, you can make various settings to items such as picture and sound. Some discs have stored playback settings, which take priority.
: General Setup (page 17) Makes the player-related settings. : Audio Setup (page 18) Makes the audio settings according to playback conditions. : Language Setup (page 18) Makes the language settings for the on-screen display or sound track. : Parental Control (page 19) Sets the parental control limit.
4 Select and adjust each of the
following items by pressing X/x and ENTER.
To turn off the setup display

1 Press OPTIONS when the player

is in stop mode.

The menu display appears. During Resume Play, you cannot use the setup display. Press x twice to clear Resume Play, and press OPTIONS.

General Setup

The default settings are underlined.

TV Display (DVD only)

Selects the aspect ratio of the connected TV. When you watch a DVD on the LCD screen of this player, set 16:9 for TV display setting.
4:3 Pan Scan Select this when you connect a 4:3 screen TV. Automatically displays a wide picture on the entire screen and cuts off the portions that do not fit. Select this when you connect a 4:3 screen TV. Displays a wide picture with bands on the upper and lower portions of the screen. Select this when you connect a wide-screen TV or a TV with a wide mode function.
2 Press X/x to select Setup,
The setup display appears.

setup category

General Setup TV Display : Angle Mark : Screen Saver : Default 16 : 9 On On

4:3 Letter Box

3 Press X/x to select the setup
category and press ENTER.

4:3 Pan Scan

Audio Setup
The default setting is underlined.
Audio DRC (Dynamic Range Control) (DVD only)
Makes the sound clear when the volume is turned down when playing a DVD that conforms to Audio DRC.

Standard TV Mode

Standard sound. Makes low sounds clear even if you turn the volume down.
b Depending on the disc, 4:3 Letter Box may be selected automatically instead of 4:3 Pan Scan or vice versa.
Wide Range Gives you the feeling of being at a live performance.

Language Setup

OSD (On-Screen Display)
Switches the display language on the screen.
Angle Mark (DVD VIDEO only)
Displays the angle mark when you can change the viewing angles during playback of DVDs recorded with multi-angles.

On Off

Display the angle mark. Hide the angle mark.
Disc Menu (DVD VIDEO only)
Switches the language for the discs menu. When you select Original, the language given priority in the disc is selected.

Screen Saver

The screen saver image appears when you leave the player in pause or stop mode for 15 minutes. The screen saver will help prevent your display equipment from becoming damaged (ghosting). Press N to turn off the screen saver.
On Off Activates the screen saver function. Deactivates the screen saver function.
Subtitle (DVD VIDEO only)
Switches the subtitle language. When you select Off, no subtitle is displayed.

Audio (DVD VIDEO only)

Switches the language of the sound track. When you select Original, the language given priority in the disc is selected.
b If you select a language in Disc Menu, Subtitle, or Audio that is not recorded on the disc, one of the recorded languages will be automatically selected.

Default

Each function returns to its original factory settings. Note that all of your settings will be lost.

Parental Control

You can limit playback of a DVD that has the parental control function. When you operate this setting, use the remote.
Parental Control (DVD VIDEO only)
Set the limitation level. The lower the value, the stricter the limitation. To set the parental control, you need to set the password first.
Password (DVD VIDEO only)
Enter or change a password. Set the password for the parental control function. Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons on the remote.
To set the parental control (limited playback)
Press X/x to select Parental Control, and press ENTER.

To change the password

Press X/x to select Password, and press ENTER. Check Change is selected and press ENTER. The display for entering the password appears.
Parental Control Old Password New Password Verify Password OK
Press X/x to select the limitation level, and press ENTER. The lower the value, the stricter the limitation. The display for entering the password appears.

Password

Enter your password, and press ENTER.
Enter your current password in Old Password, your new password in New Password and Verify Password, and press ENTER.
To play a disc for which Parental Control is set
Insert the disc and press N. The display for entering your password appears. Enter your password using the number buttons on the remote, and press ENTER.
b When you play discs which do not have the Parental Control function, playback cannot be limited on the player. Depending on the disc, you may be asked to change the parental control level while playing the disc. In this case, enter your password, then change the level. If the Resume Play mode is canceled, the level returns to the previous level.
If you make a mistake entering your password
Press CLEAR, or press C to return one by one before pressing ENTER in step 3, and re-enter the password.
If you forget your password
Enter 1369 in Old Password, and enter your new password in New Password and Verify Password.
Additional Information There is no sound.
, The player is in pause mode or in slow play mode. , The player is in fast forward or fast reverse mode.

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.

The sound volume is low.

Additional Information

or appears and the player does not function according to the button pressed.
, Depending on the disc, you may not be able to perform certain operations. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the disc.
The MP3 or JPEG file cannot be played (page 26).
, , , , The file format does not conform. The extension does not conform. The file is damaged. The file size is too large.
The file or album names are not displayed correctly.
, The player can only display numbers and alphabet. Other characters are displayed as * (page 26).

Precautions

Road safety
Do not use the monitor unit and headphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. Doing so may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in some areas. It can also be potentially dangerous to play your headsets at high volume while walking, especially at pedestrian crossings. You should exercise extreme caution or discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.
The player does not operate properly or the power does not turn off.
, When static electricity, etc., causes the player to operate abnormally, turn off the power and leave for ten seconds.

Hookup

There is no picture or sound on the connected equipment.
, Re-connect the connecting cord securely (page 10). , The connecting cord is damaged. , Check the setting of a connected TV or amplifier.

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

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 adaptor, grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord. Do not touch the AC power adaptor with wet hands. Doing so may cause shock hazard. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor, if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet.
Wall outlet AC power adaptor (supplied)
AC plug adaptor (not supplied)
Do not connect the AC power adaptor to a travelers electric transformer, which may generate heat and cause a malfunction.

On temperature increases

Heat may build up inside the player during charging or if it is being used for a long time. This is not a malfunction.
adaptor. Failure to do so may cause a malfunction.
On Liquid Crystal Display
Although manufactured with high precision technology, the LCD may occasionally display dots of various colors. That is not a malfunction. Do not place or drop any object onto the LCD surface. Also, do not apply pressure from hands or elbows. Do not damage the LCD surface with a sharp edged tool.

On placement

Do not place the player in a confined space such as a bookshelf or similar unit. Do not cover the ventilation of the player with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. And do not place the player on a soft surface, such as a rug. Do not place the player and adaptors in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, sand, moisture, rain, or mechanical shock, or in a car with its windows closed. Do not place the player in an inclined position. It is designed to be operated in a horizontal position only. Keep the player and discs away from equipment with strong magnet, such as microwave ovens, or large loudspeakers. Do not drop or apply strong shock. Do not place heavy objects on the player and accessories.

On rechargeable battery

Certain countries may regulate disposal of the battery used to power this product. Please consult with your local authority. Because of the batterys limited life, its capacity gradually deteriorates over time and repeated use. Exchange a new one when the battery holds about only half the normal period. The battery may not be charged to its fullest capacity when charged for the first time, or when it has not been used for a long time. The capacity recovers after being charged and discharged several times.

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 for about half an hour until the moisture evaporates. Wipe off moisture attached to the LCD surface with tissue etc. Turn on the power again later. Keep the lens on the player clean and do not touch it. Touching the lens may damage the lens and cause the player to malfunction. Leave the disc lid closed except when you insert or remove discs. Turn off the power before disconnecting the AC power adaptor, the car battery
On AC power adaptor and car battery adaptor
Use the supplied adaptors for the player, as other adaptors may cause a malfunction. Do not disassemble or reverse-engineer. Do not touch the metal parts, as it may cause a short and damage the adaptors, especially if touched by other metal objects.

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 headphones

Preventing hearing damage: Avoid using headphones at high volumes. Hearing experts advice against continuous, loud, and extended play. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use. Showing consideration for others: Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you to hear outside sounds and still be considerate to the people around you.

Notes About the Discs

To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the surface.

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. Wipe the LCD surface with the soft dry cloth lightly. To prevent dirt buildup, wipe it frequently. Do not wipe the LCD surface with a wet cloth. If water enters, a malfunction may result. If picture/sound is distorted, the lens may be covered with dust. In this case, use a commercially-available blower brush for camera lenses to clean the lens. Avoid touching the lens directly during cleaning. 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.
On cleaning discs, disc/lens cleaners
Do not use cleaning discs or disc/lens cleaners (including wet or spray types). These may cause the apparatus to malfunction.
Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, disc/lens cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs. If you have printed the discs label, dry the label before playing. Do not use the following discs: A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g., card, heart). A disc with a label or sticker on it. A disc that has cellophane tape or sticker adhesive on it.

Playable Media

Type DVD Disc Logo Icon Characteristics Commercial DVD DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/ DVD+R DLs in +VR mode DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs/ DVD-R DLs in video mode Additional Information
Music CDs CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD format DATA CD/DATA DVD containing MP3 or JPEG files.
The player does not support playback of DVDRW, DVD-R or DVD-R DL discs recorded in VR (video recording format) mode.

DATA disc

b Notes about recordable media Some recordable media cannot be played on the player due to the recording quality or physical condition of the media, 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/+Rs/+R DLs, even if they have been correctly finalized. In this case, view the disc by normal playback.

Notes on MP3 and JPEG files
The player can play the following files: MP3 files with the extension.mp3*1. JPEG files with the extension.jpg*2. JPEG image files that conform to the DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) image file format. DATA CDs must be recorded according to ISO 9660 Level 1, or its extended format, Joliet. DATA DVDs must be recorded according to UDF (Universal Disk Format).
* *1 Files in mp3PRO format cannot be played. 2 Files with the extension.jpe or.jpeg can be played by changing the extension to.jpg. z To play a complex hierarchy of folders may take some time. Create albums as follows: The number of hierarchies in the media should be no more than two. The number of albums in the media should be 50 or less. The number of files in one album should be 100 or less. The total number of albums and files in the media should be 800 or less. The player plays the file in an album in the order the media was recorded. b The player will play any file in the above table, even if the file format differs. Playing such data may generate noise that can result in speaker damage. Some DATA discs created in Packet Write format cannot be played. Some DATA discs created in multiple sessions may not be playable. Some JPEG files cannot be played. The player cannot play the JPEG file that is larger than 3078 (width) 2048 (height) in normal mode, or larger than 2000 (width) 1200 (height) in progressive JPEG. (Some progressive JPEG files cannot be displayed even if the size is within this specified capacity.)
Names of files or albums may not be fully displayed if they are too long. Special character appears as *. The player can display only the currently playing album name. Any album located on the upper layer is displayed as /./. Playback information of some files may not be displayed correctly.
Notes on commercial discs

Region code

It is the system that is used to protect copyrights. The region code is shown on the DVD VIDEO packages according to the region of sale. DVD VIDEOs labeled ALL or 1 will play on the player.

DVD playback operations

Some playback operations of DVDs may be intentionally set by software producers. Since the player plays DVDs 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.

Notes on discs

This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. DualDiscs and some music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies do not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Therefore, these discs may not be compatible with this product.

Specifications

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