2-581-864-E3(1)

CD/DVD Player

Operating Instructions
DVP-NS32 DVP-NS33 DVP-NS52P

2005 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 mains lead must only be changed at a qualified service shop. natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Notes About the Discs

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

Precautions

Safety This unit operates on V AC, 50/60 Hz. Check that the units operating voltage is identical with your local power supply. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. Installing Do not install the unit in an inclined position. It is designed to be operated in a horizontal position only. Keep the unit and discs away from equipment with strong magnet, such as microwave ovens, or large loudspeakers. Do not place heavy objects on the unit. 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.
This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT MARKING is located on the rear exterior.

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.
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve
Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available disc/lens cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs. If you have printed the disc's label, dry the label before playing.

On adjusting volume

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.
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 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 cleaning discs, disc/lens cleaners
Do not use a commercially available cleaning disc or disc/lens cleaner (wet or spray type). These may cause the apparatus to malfunction.

About MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image Files. 50 Playing MP3 Audio Tracks or JPEG Image Files. 51 Enjoying JPEG Images as a Slide Show. 54

Enjoying DivX Videos. 57

About DivX Video Files. 57 Playing DivX Video Files. 58
Using Various Additional Functions. 60
Locking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL). 60 Controlling Your TV With the Supplied Remote. 63
Settings and Adjustments. 64
Using the Setup Display. Setting the Display or Sound Track Language (LANGUAGE SETUP). Settings for the Display (SCREEN SETUP). Custom Settings (CUSTOM SETUP). Settings for the Sound (AUDIO SETUP). 68
Additional Information. 71
Troubleshooting. Self-diagnosis Function (When letters/numbers appear in the display). Glossary. Specifications. Language Code List. Index. 77 78

About This Manual

The instructions in this manual are for the 3 models: DVP-NS32, NS33 and DVP-NS52P. Check your model name by looking at the front panel of the player. DVP-NS52P is the model used for illustration purposes. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, DVP-NS52P only.
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 DVDRWs/DVD-Rs. The meaning of the icons used in this manual is described below: Icons Meanings Functions available for DVD VIDEOs and DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs in +VR mode or DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs in video mode Functions available for DVD-RWs in VR (Video Recording) mode Functions available for VIDEO CDs (including Super VCDs or CD-Rs/CDRWs in video CD format or Super VCD format) Functions available for music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD format Functions available for DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs containing MP3*1 audio tracks, JPEG image files, and DivX*2*3 video files) Functions available for DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/DVDRWs/DVD-Rs) containing MP3*1 audio tracks, JPEG image files and DivX*2*3 video files.
*1 MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer III) is a standard format defined by ISO (International Organization for Standardization)/IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) MPEG which compresses audio data. *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.
This Player Can Play the Following Discs

Format of discs

DVD VIDEO
Example of discs that the player cannot play
The player cannot play the following discs: CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those recorded in the formats listed on this page. CD-ROMs recorded in PHOTO CD format. Data part of CD-Extras. DVD Audio discs. DATA DVDs that do not contain MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files, or DivX video files. HD layer on Super Audio CDs. 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.

Notes on playing DTS sound tracks on a DVD VIDEO
1 Turn on your TV. 2 Press [/1.

The player turns on.

3 Switch the input selector on your
When using an amplifier (receiver) Turn on the amplifier (receiver) and select the appropriate channel so that you can hear sound from the player.
DTS audio signals are output only through the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL*) jack. When you play a DVD VIDEO with DTS sound tracks, set DTS to ON in AUDIO SETUP (page 70). If you connect the player to audio equipment without a DTS decoder, do not set DTS to ON in AUDIO SETUP (page 70). A loud noise may come out from the speakers, affecting your ears or causing the speakers to be damaged. * DVP-NS52P only
Discs created on DVD recorders must be correctly finalized before they can be played. For more information about finalizing, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DVD recorder.

Additional operations

You may not be able to use the Replay or Advance function with some scenes.
Playback quickly or slowly with sound
You can listen to dialogue or sound while playing the current scene quickly or slowly.

(advance)

(replay)
During playback, press FAST PLAY or SLOW PLAY.
The speed changes when you press either FAST PLAY or SLOW PLAY.

ZOOM SLOW PLAY FAST PLAY

To return to normal playback

Press H.

To Stop Pause Resume play after pause
Operation Press x Press X Press X or H
You can only use this function with DVDs/ VIDEO CDs/Super VCDs and DVD-RWs in VR mode only. Operation not possible will appear when maximum or minimum speed is reached. During FAST PLAY and SLOW PLAY mode, you cannot change angle (page 46), subtitle (page 46), and the sound (page 42). The sound can only be changed for VIDEO CDs/Super VCDs. Fast Play and Slow Play functions do not work when playing DTS sound tracks. You cannot use Fast Play and Slow Play function when playing a still picture on DVD-RW in VR mode.
Go to the next chapter, Press > track, or scene in continuous play mode Press. Go back to the previous chapter, track, or scene in continuous play mode Stop play and remove Press Z the disc Replay the previous scene*1 Briefly fast forward the current scene*2 Magnify the image*3 Press (replay) during playback Press (advance) during playback Press ZOOM repeatedly. Press CLEAR to cancel.

Resuming playback for the current disc (Resume Play)
The player remembers the point where you stopped the disc even if the player enters standby mode by pressing [/1.
MULTI-DISC RESUME in CUSTOM SETUP must be set to ON (default) for this function to work (page 67). The point where you stopped playing is cleared when: you change the play mode. you change the settings on the Setup Display. This function may not work with some discs. Resume Play does not work during Shuffle Play and Programme Play. If MULTI-DISC RESUME in CUSTOM SETUP is set to ON and you playback a recorded disc such as DVD-RW, the player may playback other recorded discs from the same resume point. To play from the beginning, press x twice and then press H.
While playing a disc, press x to stop playback.
RESUME appears on the front panel display.
The player starts playback from the point where you stopped the disc in Step 1.
z Hint To play from the beginning of the disc, press x twice, then press H.
The resume playback point for the current disc is cleared when: you change the play mode. you change the settings on the Setup Display. you disconnect the mains lead (CD or DATA CD/ DATA DVD only).

Using the DVDs Menu

A DVD is divided into long sections of a picture or a music feature called titles. When you play a DVD which contains several titles, you can select the title you want using the TOP MENU button. When you play DVDs that allow you to select items such as language for the sound and subtitles, select these items using the MENU button.
Selecting ORIGINAL or PLAY LIST on a DVDRW
Some DVD-RWs in VR (Video Recording) mode have two types of titles for playback: originally recorded titles (ORIGINAL) and titles that can be created on recordable DVD players for editing (PLAY LIST). You can select the type of title to be played.

Number buttons

ENTER TOP MENU MENU ENTER DISPLAY
1 Press DISPLAY when the player is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu appears.
1 Press TOP MENU or MENU.
The discs menu appears on the TV screen. The contents of the menu vary from disc to disc.

2 Press X/x to select

(ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST), then press ENTER.
The options for ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST appear.
12(27) 18(34) T 1:32:55 PLAY LIST PLAY LIST ORIGINAL DVD-RW
2 Press C/X/x/c or the number
buttons to select the item you want to play or change.
If you press the number buttons, the following display appears. Press the number buttons to select the item you want.

3 Press X/x to select a setting.
PLAY LIST: plays the titles created from ORIGINAL for editing. ORIGINAL: plays the titles originally recorded.

3 Press ENTER.

4 Press ENTER.
Playing VIDEO CDs With PBC Functions (PBC Playback)
PBC (Playback Control) allows you to play VIDEO CDs interactively by following the menu on the TV screen.
z Hint To play without using PBC, press./> or the number buttons while the player is stopped to select a track, then press H or ENTER. Play without PBC appears on the TV screen and the player starts continuous play. You cannot play still pictures such as a menu. To return to PBC playback, press x twice then press H.
Depending on the VIDEO CD, Press ENTER in step 3 may appear as Press SELECT in the instructions supplied with the disc. In this case, press H.
1 Start playing a VIDEO CD with PBC

functions.

The menu for your selection appears.
2 Press the number buttons to select
the item number you want.
3 Press ENTER. 4 Follow the instructions in the
menu for interactive operations.
Refer to the instructions supplied with the disc, as the operating procedure may differ depending on the VIDEO CD.

To return to the menu

Press O RETURN.
Various Play Mode Functions (Programme Play,
Shuffle Play, Repeat Play, A-B Repeat Play)
You can set the following play modes: Programme Play (page 30) Shuffle Play (page 31) Repeat Play (page 32) A-B Repeat Play (page 33)
12(27) 18(34) T 1:32:55 OFF OFF SET ON

PLAY DVD VIDEO

Press X/x to select SET t, then press ENTER.
TRACK is displayed when you play a VIDEO CD or CD.
PROGRAM ALL CLEAR 1. TITLE 2. TITLE 3. TITLE 4. TITLE 5. TITLE 6. TITLE 7. TITLE T 05

DISPLAY

Titles or tracks recorded on a disc

Press c.

The cursor moves to the title or track row T (in this case, 01).
PROGRAM ALL CLEAR 1. TITLE 2. TITLE 3. TITLE 4. TITLE 5. TITLE 6. TITLE 7. TITLE T 05 C ALL 05 06
The play mode is cancelled when: you eject the disc. the player enters standby mode by pressing [/1.
Creating your own programme (Programme Play)
You can play the contents of a disc in the order you want by arranging the order of the titles, chapters, or tracks on the disc to create your own programme. You can programme up to 99 titles, chapters, and tracks.
Chapters recorded on a disc

Select the title, chapter, or track you 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.
Press X/x to select (PROGRAM), then press ENTER.
The options for PROGRAM appear.
Next, press X/x to select 03 under C, then press ENTER.
Follow step 5 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
Follow steps 1 to 3 of Creating your own programme (Programme Play). Press X and select ALL CLEAR. Press ENTER.
Selected title and chapter
When playing a VIDEO CD or CD For example, select track 02. Press X/x to select 02 under T, then press ENTER.

Selected track

PROGRAM ALL CLEAR 1. TRACK 2. TRACK 3. TRACK 4. TRACK 5. TRACK 6. TRACK 7. TRACK 02 0:15:30 T 05
z Hint You can perform Repeat Play or Shuffle Play of programmed titles, chapters, or tracks. During Programme Play, follow the steps of Repeat Play (page 32) or Shuffle Play (page 31).
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.
Total time of the programmed tracks
To programme other titles, chapters, or tracks, repeat steps 4 to 5.
The programmed titles, chapters, and tracks are displayed in the selected order.
Press DISPLAY during playback.
Press H to start Programme Play.
Programme Play begins. When the programme ends, you can restart the same programme again by pressing H.
Press X/x to select (SHUFFLE), then press ENTER.
The options for SHUFFLE appear.
12(27) 18(34) T 1:32:55 OFF OFF TITLE CHAPTER

To return to normal play

Press CLEAR, or select OFF in step 3. To play the same programme again, select ON in step 3 and press ENTER.
To change or cancel a programme
Follow steps 1 to 3 of Creating your own programme (Programme Play). Select the programme number of the title, 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.

Press X/x to select (A-B REPEAT), then press ENTER.
The options for A-B REPEAT appear.
12(27) 18(34) T 1:32:55 PLAY DVD VIDEO

OFF SET OFF

The A-B REPEAT setting bar appears.

A 18 - 1:32:30 B

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.
A 18 - 1:32:30 B 18 - 1:33:05
When you reach the ending point (point B), press ENTER again.
The set points are displayed and the player starts repeating this specific portion.

Searching for a Scene

Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc (Search, Scan, Slow-motion

Play, Freeze Frame)

You can quickly locate a particular point on a disc by monitoring the picture or playing back slowly.
Locating a point quickly using the previous/next buttons (Search)
You can search for the next or previous chapter, track, or scene using./> on the player. During playback, press > or. once briefly to go to the next or previous chapter/ track/scene. Or, press and hold > or. to search forward or backwards, and release the button when you find the point you want to return to normal playback. (Search)
Locating a point quickly by playing a disc in fast forward or fast reverse (Scan)
Press m or M while playing a disc. When you find the point you want, press H to return to normal speed. Each time you press m or M during scan, the scan speed changes. With each press the indication changes as shown below. Actual speeds may differ between discs. Playback direction

2B t 1M t 2M t 3M

(step)
3M (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW/VIDEO CD/DATA CD*/DATA DVD* only) 2B (DVD VIDEO/CD only)
Depending on the disc, you may not be able to do some of the operations described. For DATA CDs/DATA DVDs, you can search for a particular point only on MP3 audio track or DivX video file.

Opposite direction

2b t 1m t 2m t 3m
3m (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW/VIDEO CD/DATA CD*/DATA DVD* only) 2b (DVD VIDEO only)

* DivX video only

TIME/TEXT

1 Press TIME/TEXT during playback.

T 1:01:57

Time information
2 Press TIME/TEXT repeatedly to
change the time information.
The available time information depends upon the type of disc you are playing.
Checking the play information of the disc

To check the DVD/CD text

Press TIME/TEXT repeatedly in step 2 to display text recorded on the DVD/CD. The DVD/CD text appears only when text is recorded in the disc. You cannot change the text. If the disc does not contain text, NO TEXT appears.
Checking the information on the front panel display
You can view the time information and text displayed on the TV screen also on the front panel display. The information on the front panel display changes as follows when you change the time information on your TV screen.
When playing a DVD VIDEO or DVD-RW
Playing time of the current title

BRAHMS SYMPHONY

To check DATA CD/DATA DVD (MP3 audio or DivX video) album name, etc.
By pressing TIME/TEXT while playing MP3 audio tracks on a DATA CD/DATA DVD or DivX video files on a DATA CD/DATA DVD, you can display the name of the album/ track/file and the audio bit rate (the amount of data per second of the current audio track) on your TV screen.

Bit rate*

T 17:30 128k
Remaining time of the current title
Playing time of the current chapter
Remaining time of the current chapter

JAZZ RIVER SIDE

Current title and chapter number Track/file name (returns to top automatically)

Album name

* Appears when: playing an MP3 audio track on a DATA CD/ DATA DVD. playing a DivX video file that contains MP3 audio on a DATA CD/DATA DVD.
When playing a DATA CD/DATA DVD (MP3 audio)
Playing time and number of the current track
When playing a VIDEO CD (without PBC functions), or CD

Track name

Remaining time of the current track
Current album and track number Playing time of the disc (returns to top automatically)
When playing a DATA CD (DivX video), or DATA DVD (DivX video)
Playing time of the current file

Remaining time of the disc

The current file name

The current album and file number
Current track and index number*
(returns to top automatically)
(returns to top automatically) * The current track and index number appear only when playing a VIDEO CD. z Hints When playing VIDEO CDs without PBC functions, the track number and the index number are displayed after the text. When playing VIDEO CDs with PBC functions, the scene number or the playing time are displayed. Long text that does not fit in a single line will scroll across the front panel display. You can also check the time information and text using the Control Menu (page 12).
Depending on the type of disc being played, the DVD/CD discs text or track name may not be displayed. The player can only display the first level of the DVD/CD text, such as the disc name or title. Playing time of MP3 audio tracks and DivX video files may not be displayed correctly. If you play a disc containing JPEG image files only, NO AUDIO DATA appears when MODE (MP3, JPEG) is set to AUTO, JPEG appears when MODE (MP3, JPEG) is set to IMAGE (JPEG) in the front panel display.

Sound Adjustments

Changing the Sound
When playing a DVD VIDEO Depending on the DVD VIDEO, the choice of language varies. When 4 digits are displayed, they indicate a language code. See Language Code List on page 77 to see which language the code represents. When the same language is displayed two or more times, the DVD VIDEO is recorded in multiple audio formats. When playing a DVD-RW The types of sound tracks recorded on a disc are displayed. The default setting is underlined. Example: 1: MAIN (main sound) 1: SUB (sub sound) 1: MAIN+SUB (main and sub sound) When playing a VIDEO CD, CD, DATA CD or DATA DVD (MP3 audio) The default setting is underlined. STEREO: the standard stereo sound 1/L: the sound of the left channel (monaural) 2/R: the sound of the right channel (monaural) When playing a DATA CD (DivX video), or DATA DVD (DivX video) Select one of the displayed audio signal formats. If No audio data appears, the player does not support the audio signal format contained in the disc. When playing a Super VCD The default setting is underlined. 1:STEREO: the stereo sound of the audio track 1 1:1/L: the sound of the left channel of the audio track 1 (monaural) 1:2/R: the sound of the right channel of the audio track 1 (monaural) 2:STEREO: the stereo sound of the audio track 2 2:1/L: the sound of the left channel of the audio track 2 (monaural) 2:2/R: the sound of the right channel of the audio track 2 (monaural)

The player may not play a DivX video file when the file has been combined from two or more DivX video files. The player cannot play a DivX video file of size more than 720 (width) 576 (height)/2 GB. Depending on the DivX video file, the picture may be unclear or the sound may skip. The player cannot play some DivX video files that are longer than 3 hours.
About playback order of data on DATA CDs or DATA DVDs
See About playback order of albums, tracks, and files (page 50). Note that the playback order may not be applicable, depending on the software used for creating the DivX video file, or if there are more than 200 albums and 600 DivX video files in each album.

Playing DivX Video Files

You can play DivX video files on DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs) and DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/ DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs).
A list of albums on the disc appears. Only albums that contain DivX video files are listed.
3( 3) SUMMER 2003 NEW YEAR'S DAY MY FAVOURITES
MENU RETURN ENTER DISPLAY
Playback starts from the selected album. To select DivX video files, see Selecting a DivX video file (page 59).
z Hint You can view the disc information while playing a DivX video file (page 38).

Press C or c.

If there are no DivX video files recorded on the DATA CD/DATA DVD, a message appears to indicate that the disc is not playable. Depending on the DivX video file, the picture may pause or be unclear. In which case, it is recommended that you create the file at a lower bit rate. If the sound is still noisy, MP3 is the recommended audio format. Note, however, this player does not conform to WMA (Windows Media Audio) format. Because of the compression technology used for DivX video files, it may take some time after you press H (play) for the picture to appear. Depending on the DivX video file, the sound may not match the pictures on the screen.
To turn the display on or off
Selecting a DivX video file
The list of files in the album appears.

The lower the value, the stricter the limitation.
Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER. Enter a new 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER. To confirm your password, re-enter it using the number buttons, then press ENTER.
To turn off the Parental Control function
Set LEVEL to OFF in step 8.
To play a disc for which Parental Control is set
Insert the disc and press H. The display for entering your password appears. Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER. The player starts playback.
If you make a mistake entering your password
Press C before you press ENTER and input the correct number.
z Hint If you forget your password, remove the disc and repeat steps 1 to 3 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 H. When the display for entering your password appears, enter your new password.
Controlling Your TV With the Supplied Remote
You can control the sound level, input source, and power switch of your Sony TV with the supplied remote.
Controlling other TVs with the remote
You can control the sound level, input source, and power switch of non-Sony TVs as well. If your TV is listed in the table below, set the appropriate manufacturers code.

2 +/ t

While holding down TV [/1, press the number buttons to select your TVs manufacturers code (see the table below). Release TV [/1.
Code numbers of controllable TVs
If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one that works with your TV.
Manufacturer Sony Aiwa Code number 01 (default) 01 (default) 06 17, 49 06, 08 06, 38 Using Various Additional Functions
You can control your TV using the buttons below.

Switches the display language on the screen.
Select RESET in step 3 and press ENTER. Select YES using X/x. You can also quit the process and return to the Control Menu by selecting NO here. Press ENTER. All the settings explained on pages 65 to 68 return to the default settings. Do not press [/1 while resetting the player, which takes a few seconds to complete.

MENU (DVD VIDEO only)

You can select the desired language for the discs 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.
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.
z Hint If you select OTHERS t in MENU, SUBTITLE, or AUDIO, select and enter a language code from Language Code List on page 77 using the number buttons.
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.

Settings for the Display

(SCREEN SETUP)
Choose settings according to the TV to be connected. Select SCREEN SETUP in the Setup Display. To use the display, see Using the Setup Display (page 64). The default settings are underlined.
SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND: LINE: 4:3 OUTPUT: 16:9 ON JACKET PICTURE VIDEO FULL
Depending on the DVD, 4:3 LETTER BOX may be selected automatically instead of 4:3 PAN SCAN or vice versa.

SCREEN SAVER

The screen saver image appears when you leave the player in pause or stop mode for 15 minutes, or when you play a CD or DATA CD/DATA DVD (MP3 audio) for more than 15 minutes. The screen saver will help prevent your display device from becoming damaged (ghosting). Press H to turn off the screen saver.
ON OFF Turns on the screen saver. Turns off the screen saver.

BACKGROUND TV TYPE

Selects the aspect ratio of the connected TV (4:3 standard or wide).
16:9 Select this when you connect a wide-screen TV or a TV with a wide mode function. 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.
Selects the background colour or picture on the TV screen when the player is in stop mode or while playing a CD or DATA CD/DATA DVD (MP3 audio).
JACKET PICTURE The jacket picture (still picture) appears, but only when the jacket picture is already recorded on the disc (CDEXTRA, etc.). If the disc does not contain a jacket picture, the GRAPHICS picture appears.

Selects whether or not to output DTS signals.
OFF Select this when the player is connected to an audio component without a built-in DTS decoder. Select this when the player is connected to an audio component with a built-in DTS decoder.
48kHz/96kHz PCM (DVD VIDEO only)
Selects the sampling frequency of the audio signal.
48kHz/16bit The audio signals of DVD 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.
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.

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.
, Even if your TV is compatible with progressive format 525p/625p signals, the image may be affected when you set the player to progressive format. In this case, select NORMAL (INTERLACE) using the PROGRESSIVE button on the front panel so that the PROGRESSIVE indicator turns off and the player is set to normal (interlace) format. , If you set LINE to RGB in SCREEN SETUP (page 22, 66), the player outputs no component video signals.
The power is not turned on.
, Check that the mains lead is connected securely.
The picture does not fill the screen, even though the aspect ratio is set in TV TYPE under SCREEN SETUP.
, The aspect ratio of the disc is fixed on your DVD.

Picture

There is no picture/picture noise appears.
, Re-connect the connecting cord securely. , The connecting cords are damaged. , Check the connection to your TV (page 16) and switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen. , Set LINE in SCREEN SETUP to an item appropriate for your system (page 66). , The disc is dirty or flawed. , If the picture output from your player goes through your VCR to get to your TV or if you are connected to a combination TV/ VIDEO player, the copy-protection signal applied to some DVD programmes could affect picture quality. If you still experience problems even when you connect your player directly to your TV, try connecting your player to your TVs S VIDEO input (page 16). , The disc is recorded in a colour system that is different from your TV. , You have selected PROGRESSIVE AUTO or PROGRESSIVE VIDEO using the PROGRESSIVE button on the front panel (the PROGRESSIVE indicator lights up) even though your TV cannot accept the progressive signal. In this case, select NORMAL (INTERLACE) so that the PROGRESSIVE indicator turns off.

K POWER indicator (page 13) L CHARGE indicator (page 10) M POWER switch (page 13)
Turns the player on or off.

RETURN

Returns to the previous display.

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.

C/X/x/c

Moves the highlight to select a displayed item. When playing a DVD or CD: C/c on the player works as the same as m/ M on the remote.
O PHONES (headphone) jack A, B P USB jack (type A) (page 17)
Connect a USB device to this jack.

Center button (ENTER)

Enters the selected item. When playing a DVD or CD: ENTER on the player works as the same as N.
Q AUDIO IN/OUT jack (page 12) R VIDEO IN/OUT jack (page 12) S DC IN 9.5V jack (page 10, 11)
Connect the AC power adaptor or car battery adaptor.

OPTIONS

Displays the menu for adjusting the LCD screen (page 18) and using the setup display (page 19).

(remote sensor)

When operating by the remote, point it at the remote sensor.
T INPUT SELECT button (page 12)
Each time you press the button, the LCD screen image switches as follows: Disc mode (default): When playing an inserted disc. USB mode: When playing DATA files on a connected USB device. Appears USB on the LCD screen when you select this mode. Line In mode: When inputting a playback signal from connected A/V equipment. Appears Line In on the LCD screen when you select this mode.

U 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.

CLEAR button

Clears the entry field.

V TOP MENU button

When playing a DVD VIDEO: Displays the top menu. When playing a DVD VR: Switches between Original and Play List on the disc created Playlist. During playback, you cannot switch. Press x twice, and press TOP MENU.

Remote

REPLAY/ buttons

ADVANCE

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.

Y 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)
The VOL +, number 5, N and AUDIO buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the player.

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 DVD VR: Each time you press the button, the type of sound tracks recorded on a disc switches between main, sub and main/sub sound. When playing a CD: Each time you press the button, the mode switches between stereo and monaural (left/ right).
Rotating and Folding Down the LCD Panel
Open the LCD panel to the vertical position, then slowly rotate it 180 degrees in the direction indicated by the arrow (clockwise).

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)
After rotating the LCD panel 180 degrees clockwise, push the LCD panel down onto the main body of the player. In this position the panel is facing up.
To return the LCD panel to its original position
Open the LCD panel to the vertical position and rotate the LCD panel counterclockwise slowly.
b Do not rotate the LCD panel over 180 degrees. In addition, do not rotate in the opposite direction. Doing so will break the LCD panel. Return the LCD panel to its original positions after use, so the LCD panel will not be damaged by sudden shocks or rough treatment. Do not rotate the LCD panel while keeping it closed or out of vertical. It may scratch the player.

Preparations

Charging the Battery Pack

Checking the Accessories

Check that you have the following items: Battery pack (NP-FX110) (1) 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)
Charge the battery pack (supplied) before using the player for the first time, or when the battery is depleted.
1 Attach the battery pack to the

player.

Align the battery pack with the lines on the bottom of the player. Engage the hooks of the battery pack into the holes on the bottom of the player.

Battery pack

Preparing the remote
Insert two Size AA (R6) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment.
Attachment reference marks

Bottom of the player

Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into place.

Connecting to Other Equipment
By connecting the player to your TV or other equipment, you can increase your viewing options.
b 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.
z When you play back a disc after enjoying images by Line In or USB, press INPUT SELECT repeatedly to select the disc mode. See page 7. 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.
Enjoying images on other equipment
Connect the player to your video player or camcorder using the audio/video cord (supplied).

INPUT SELECT

Enjoying images on a connected TV
Connect the player to your TV or monitor using the audio/video cord (supplied).
To AUDIO/ VIDEO output jacks of a video player or camcorder
To AUDIO/ VIDEO input jacks of a TV or monitor
Audio/video cord (supplied)
Turn on the player and press INPUT SELECT repeatedly to select Line In.
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 or attach the battery pack.
VOL DISPLAY MENU RETURN OPTIONS POWER CHARGE
Playback side facing down
5 Push the PUSH CLOSE on the
disc lid to shut the disc lid.

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.
1 Open the LCD panel. 2 Slide the POWER switch to
The player turns on and the POWER indicator lights up in green.
3 Press OPEN to open the disc lid.

H S U P S LO C E

N E P O

PO WER CH AR GE

OF WE PO R

To stop playback

Press x.

To pause playback

Press X.
z When you play back a disc after enjoying images by Line In or USB, press INPUT SELECT repeatedly to select the disc mode. See page 7. 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.
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. you press INPUT SELECT. you disconnect the adaptor or remove the battery pack before turning off the player.
About various playback operations
To Change the LCD picture size Operation Press OPTIONS to select LCD Mode (page 18).
Display the DVD Press MENU (page 6) menu or TOP MENU (page 7). Check the DVD playback information Play DVDs* repeatedly (Repeat Play) Play DVDs in fast reverse or fast forward (Scan Play) Switch between original and Playlist in DVD (VR mode) Change the CD playback information Play CDs repeatedly (Repeat Play) Play CDs randomly (Random Play) Play CDs in fast reverse or fast forward (Scan Play)

* DVD VIDEO only

Press DISPLAY (page 15). Press DISPLAY to select Repeat (page 15). Press C/c repeatedly on the player to select the speed (page 6). Press TOP MENU repeatedly (page 7).
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 20. The player goes to standby, 15 minutes after starting the screen saver function. Press N to come out of standby mode.
Press DISPLAY repeatedly (page 6). Press MENU repeatedly (page 6). Press MENU repeatedly (page 6). Press C/c repeatedly on the player to select the speed (page 6).
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
pressing ENTER. Enter the desired time code by pressing the number buttons. 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. A-B Repeat: Select Set by pressing X/x, and press ENTER. Select point A and point B by pressing ENTER. Time Disp.: Title Elapsed is displayed. Select Title Elapsed, Title Remain, Chapter Elapsed, or Chapter Remain by pressing X/ x.
Menu Title Chapter Audio Subtitle
Current playback information*

Press ENTER.

02/07 03/5.1CH 01 English D English

To turn off the display

Press DISPLAY or RETURN.
b Depending on the disc, you may not be able to set some items.

Title Elapsed 00:12:01

Elapsed or remaining time * When a DVD (VR mode) is played, PL (playlist) or ORG (original) is displayed next to the title number.
Press X/x to select items and press ENTER.
Title: Select the title number by pressing X/x or number buttons. Chapter: Select the chapter number by pressing X/x or number buttons. Audio: Select the sound by pressing X/x. Subtitle: Select the subtitle by pressing X/x. Angle: Select the angle by pressing X/x. T.Time: Time appears while playing a title. 00:00:00 will appear by
Playing MP3 and JPEG Files
You can play MP3 and JPEG files. For details on playable files, see Playable Media (page 27). When you set a DATA media, a list of albums appears. DATA CDs recorded in KODAK Picture CD format automatically start playing when inserted.
2 Press X/x to select the file, and

press ENTER.

Playback starts from the selected file.
To go to the next or previous file

Press > or.

Press x. The display will return to the list of files.
To pause playback (MP3 only)
Press X. To restart playback, press X again.

MENU C/X/x/c ENTER

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b Depending on the file, playback may take time to start or may not be able to start. For details on playable files, see Playable Media (page 27).
1 Press X/x to select the album,

and press ENTER.

The list of files in the album appears. Example: The list of MP3 files
Dir:001 MY BEST. BEST HITS BESTStardust 02 Fire 03 Wing

Selecting a JPEG file

To rotate a JPEG image
Press C/X/x/c while viewing the image file. Rotate every file. c: Rotates the image 90 degrees clockwise. C: Rotates the image 90 degrees counter clockwise. X: Reverses the image vertically (up and down). x: Reverses the image horizontally (left and right).
To go to the next or previous page, press > or. To return to the list of albums, press X/x to select and press ENTER.
To display the list of thumbnails
Press MENU. The image files in the album appear in 12 sub-screens.
Playing data on a USB device
You can play back DATA files on a USB device.

Slide Show

Press INPUT SELECT repeatedly to select USB. Connect a USB device to the USB jack.

DIS PL AY ME NU

To go to the previous or next list of thumbnails, select bPrev or NextB at the bottom of the screen, and press ENTER. To exit the list of thumbnails, press MENU.

Playing a Slide Show

IN DC V 9.5 EO VID IN/ T OU

DIO AU IN/ T OU

ES ON PH B A

Press MENU.

The list of thumbnails appears.

USB jack

Press C/X/x/c to select Slide Show at the bottom of the screen, and press ENTER.

A slideshow starts.

USB device
To disconnect a USB device
Press INPUT SELECT to deselect USB. Disconnect the USB device.

To stop slideshow

Press x to return to the list of files. Press MENU to return to the list of thumbnails.
About supported Sony USB devices
The following Sony USB Memory Stick reader/writer and USB flash drive Micro Vault are supported: MSAC-US40, USM-J series, USM-JX series, USM-J/B series, USM-L series, and USM-LX series.
b Do not disconnect the USB device while its access indicator is flashing. Doing so may cause data corruption or loss of data. USB devices which can connect to the player are flash memory and multiple card readers. Other devices (digital still camera, USB hub, etc.) cannot be connected. When an unsupported device is connected, an error message appears.

To pause slideshow

IN PU T

SE LE CT

O P E N
Adjusting the Picture Size and Quality
You can adjust the picture displayed on the LCD screen.
VOL +/ RETURN C/X/x/c ENTER OPTIONS
Contrast: Adjust the difference between light and dark areas by pressing C/c or VOL +/*2. Hue: Adjust the red and green color balance by pressing C/c or VOL +/ *2. Color: Adjust the richness of colors by pressing C/c or VOL +/*2. Default: Return all settings to the factory defaults.

4 Press ENTER.

*1 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. *2 Operate with a single touch of + or on the player. You can also adjust the level by sliding your finger along the touch slider. For VOL +/, see page 5.

1 Press OPTIONS.

The menu display appears.
2 Press X/x to select LCD

Mode and press ENTER.

The LCD Mode display appears.
LCD Mode LCD Aspect : Backlight : Contrast : Hue : Color : Default Full 0 10
To turn off the menu display
Press OPTIONS or RETURN twice.
b Depending on the disc, the screen size you can select differs.

3 Press X/x to select items and
LCD Aspect: Change the picture size. Select Normal, Full or Zoom by pressing X/x*1. Backlight: Adjust the brightness by pressing C/c or VOL +/*2.

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.
x RETURN C/X/x/c ENTER OPTIONS
: General Setup (page 19) Makes the player-related settings. : Audio Setup (page 20) Makes the audio settings according to playback conditions. : Language Setup (page 20) Makes the language settings for the on-screen display or sound track. : Parental Control (page 21) 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.
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.
To play a disc for which Parental Control is set
Enter your current password in Old Password, your new password in New Password and Verify Password, and press ENTER. 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.

The battery pack cannot be charged.
, You cannot charge the battery pack when power is turned on. Set the POWER switch to OFF (page 9).

Picture

There is no picture/picture noise appears.
, The disc is dirty or flawed (page 26). , The brightness is set at minimum. Adjust the brightness of the LCD (page 18). , When USB or Line In is displayed, press INPUT SELECT repeatedly to select the disc mode (page 7).
The black points appear and the red, blue, green points remain on the LCD.
, This is a structural property of the LCD and not malfunction.
The player starts and stops playing the disc automatically.
, The disc features an auto playback function. , While playing discs with an auto pause signal, the player stops playback at the

auto pause signal.

play images that contain a copy protection only.)
The disc does not start playing from the beginning.
, Repeat Play or Random Play is selected (page 14). , Resume play has taken effect (page 14). , The Playlist of the created disc is automatically played. To play original titles, press TOP MENU to set Original (page 7).
C/c does not work on menu display.
, Depending on the disc, you may not be able to use C/c on the player for the disc menu. In this case, use C/c on the remote.
The remote does not function.
, 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. , Direct sunlight or strong illumination is striking the remote sensor. , When the AUDIO/SUBTITLE/ANGLE buttons do not work, select and operate it from the DVD menu.
Playback may take time to start.
, Playback may take time to start in DVD (VR mode).

Additional Information

Playback freezes.
, When the playback layer of a DVD+R DL/-R DL disc changes, playback may freeze.

The subtitles disappear.

, When you change playback speed, or skip scenes during playback, the subtitles may disappear temporarily.
The MP3 or JPEG file cannot be played (page 28).
, , , , The file format does not conform. The extension does not conform. The file is damaged. The file size is too large.
appears and the player does not function according to the button.
, Depending on the disc, you may not be able to perform certain operations. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the disc.
The file or album names are not displayed correctly.
, The player can only display numbers and alphabet. Other characters are displayed as * (page 28).
Copyright Lock appears and the screen turns blue when playing a DVD (VR mode) disc.

, 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
The player does not operate properly or the power does not turn off.
, When static electricity, etc., causes the player to operate abnormally, set the POWER switch to OFF and disconnect the adaptor and remove the battery pack.

Hookup

There is no picture or sound on the connected equipment.
, Re-connect the connecting cord securely (page 12). , The connecting cord is damaged. , Check the setting of a connected TV or amplifier. , When USB or Line In is displayed, press INPUT SELECT repeatedly to select the disc mode (page 7).

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.
There is no picture or sound from a connected equipment.
, Press INPUT SELECT to select Line In (page 12).

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.
The player does not recognize a USB device connected to the player.
, Re-connect the USB device securely (page 17). , The USB device is damaged. , Press INPUT SELECT repeatedly to select USB (page 17).

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 or the battery pack. 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 battery pack

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. Purchase 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. Do not leave the battery pack in a car or direct sunlight, where temperature goes up above 60 C (140F). Do not expose to water. Avoid short-circuiting the battery connecting jacks with metal objects such as a necklace. Make sure dust or sand does not enter the battery connecting jacks and the guide holes located on the bottom of the player.

On operation

If the player is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense on the lenses inside the player. Should this occur, the player may not operate properly. In this case, remove the disc and leave the player 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 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.

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.

Notes About the Discs

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

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.

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.
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 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 DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs/DVDR DLs in VR (Video Recording) mode Music CDs CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD format DATA CD/DATA DVD or USB devices containing MP3 or JPEG files.
For player that cannot play images that contain a copy protection only Images in DVD (VR mode) with CPRM* protection may not be played if they contain a copy protection signal. Copyright Lock appears. * CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) is a coding technology that protects the copyright of images.

DATA disc or USB

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 600 or less. The player plays the files 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) x 2048 (height) in normal mode, or larger than 2000 (width) x 1200 (height) in progressive JPEG. (Some progressive JPEG files cannot be displayed even if the size is within this specified capacity.)
The player can display a file or album name up to 14 characters. Special character appears as *. The player can display only the currently playing album name. 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.