2-899-794-11(1)

CD/DVD Player
Operating Instructions Operating Instructions Manual de instrucciones

DVP-NS57P

2007 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. For customers in the U.S.A Owners Record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear 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-NS57P Serial No.______________

Notes About the Discs

To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the surface. Dust, fingerprints, or scratches on the disc may cause it to malfunction.

CAUTION

The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this CD/DVD player is harmful to eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
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 symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
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.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
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.

Settings and Adjustments. 58
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). 63
Additional Information. 65
Troubleshooting. Self-diagnosis Function (When letters/numbers appear in the display). Glossary. Specifications. Language Code List. Parental Control Area Code List. Index. 72

About This Manual

Instructions in this manual describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the controls on the player if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote. DVD may be used as a general term for commercial DVDs, DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/ DVD+Rs DL (+VR mode) and DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs/DVD-Rs DL (VR mode, video mode). The meaning of the icons used in this manual is described below:
Icons Meaning Functions available for commercial DVDs and DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/ DVD+Rs DL in +VR mode or DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs/DVD-Rs DL in video mode Functions available for DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs/DVD-Rs DL 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* audio tracks, and JPEG image files) Functions available for DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/ DVD+Rs DL/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs/DVD-Rs DL containing MP3* audio tracks, and JPEG image files)
* MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer III) is a standard format defined by ISO (International Organization for Standardization)/IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) MPEG which compresses audio data.
This Player Can Play the Following Discs

Format of discs

Commercial DVD
Example of discs that the player cannot play
The player cannot play the following discs: CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those recorded in the formats listed on this page. CD-ROMs recorded in PHOTO CD format. Data part of CD-Extras. DVD Audio discs. HD layer on Super Audio CDs. Also, the player cannot play the following discs: A commercial DVD with a different region code. A disc recorded in a color system other than NTSC, such as PAL or SECAM (this player conforms to the NTSC color system). A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g., card, heart). A disc with paper or stickers on it. A disc that has the adhesive of cellophane tape or a sticker still left on it.

DVD-RW/-R

DVD+RW/+R/ +R DL

VIDEO CD/ Music CD

CD-RW/-R

Region code

DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD-R, DVD VIDEO, and CD logos are trademarks. Your player has a region code printed on the back of the unit and only will play commercial DVDs (playback only) labeled with identical region codes. This system is used to protect copyrights. Commercial DVDs labeled play on this player.

* Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the player.
A TV [/1 (on/standby) button (57) B Z OPEN/CLOSE button (24) C Number buttons (26)
The number 5 button has a tactile dot.*
D CLEAR button (28) E TOP MENU button (26) F C/X/x/c buttons (26) G O RETURN button (24) H / REPLAY/STEP/ ADVANCE/STEP buttons (24, 34)
Guide to the Control Menu Display
Use the Control Menu to select a function and to view related information. Press DISPLAY repeatedly to turn on or change the Control Menu display as follows:
, Control Menu display 1 m Control Menu display 2 (DATA CDs/DATA DVDs only) m Control Menu display off

Control Menu display

The Control Menu display 1 and 2 will show different items depending on the disc type. For details about each item, see the pages in parentheses. Example: Control Menu display 1 when playing a DVD VIDEO.
Currently playing chapter number*2 Currently playing title number*1 Total number of titles*1 Total number of chapters*2 Playback status (N Playback, X Pause, x Stop, etc.) Type of disc being played*3 Playing time*4 Current setting Options

Control Menu items

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Selected item

Function name of selected Control Menu item Operation message

PROGRAM

Quit: DISPLAY
*1 Displays the scene number for VIDEO CDs (PBC is on), track number for VIDEO CDs/ CDs, album number for DATA CDs/DATA DVDs. 2 Displays the index number for VIDEO CDs, * MP3 audio track number, or JPEG image file number for DATA CDs/DATA DVDs. *3 Displays Super VCD as SVCD. 4 Displays the date for JPEG files. *

To turn off the display

Press DISPLAY.
List of Control Menu items
Item Item Name, Function TITLE (page 34)/SCENE (page 34)/TRACK (page 34) Selects the title, scene, or track to be played. CHAPTER (page 34)/INDEX (page 34) Selects the chapter or index to be played. TRACK (page 34) Selects the track to be played. ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST (page 26) Selects the type of titles (DVD-VR mode) to be played, the ORIGINAL one, or an edited PLAY LIST. TIME/TEXT (page 34) Checks the elapsed time and the remaining playback time. Input the time code for picture and music searching. Displays the DVD/CD text or the DATA CD/DATA DVD track/file name. PROGRAM (page 28) Selects the title, chapter, or track to play in the order you want. SHUFFLE (page 30) Plays the title, chapter, or track in random order. REPEAT (page 31) Plays the entire disc (all titles/all tracks/all albums) repeatedly or one title/chapter/track/ album repeatedly. A-B REPEAT (page 32) Specifies the parts you want to play repeatedly. CUSTOM PICTURE MODE (page 44) Adjusts the video signal from the player. You can select the picture quality that best suits the program you are watching. SHARPNESS (page 46) Exaggerates the outline of the image to produce a sharper picture. PARENTAL CONTROL (page 54) Set to prohibit playback on this player. SETUP (page 58) QUICK Setup (page 21) Use Quick Setup to choose the desired language of the on-screen display, the aspect ratio of the TV and the audio output signal. CUSTOM Setup In addition to the Quick Setup setting, you can adjust various other settings. RESET Returns the settings in SETUP to the default setting. ALBUM (page 34) Selects the album that contains MP3 audio track and JPEG image file to be played. FILE (page 34) Selects the JPEG image file to be played. DATE (page 51) Displays the date the picture was taken by a digital camera. INTERVAL (page 52) Specifies the duration for which the slides are displayed on the screen. EFFECT (page 53) Selects the effects to be used for changing slides during a slide show.

MODE (MP3, JPEG) (page 52) Selects the data type; MP3 audio track (AUDIO), JPEG image file (IMAGE), or both (AUTO) to be played when playing a DATA CD or DATA DVD.
z Hint The Control Menu icon indicator lights up in green when you select any item t except OFF (PROGRAM, SHUFFLE, REPEAT, A-B REPEAT, SHARPNESS only). The ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST indicator lights up in green when you select PLAY LIST (default setting). The CUSTOM PICTURE MODE indicator lights up in green when any setting other than STANDARD is selected.

Hookups

Hooking Up the Player
Follow steps 1 to 6 to hook up and adjust the settings of the player.
Plug cords securely to prevent unwanted noise. Refer to the instructions supplied with the components to be connected. You cannot connect this player to a TV that does not have a video input jack. Be sure to disconnect the power cord of each component before connecting.

Step 1: Unpacking

Check that you have the following items: Audio/Video cord (phono plug 3 y phono plug 3) (1) Remote commander (remote) (1) Size AA (R6) batteries (2) A plug adaptor is included with some models
Step 2: Inserting Batteries Into the Remote
You can control the player using the supplied remote. Insert two Size AA (R6) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the player.
Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place. Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries. Do not expose the remote sensor to direct light from the sun or a lighting apparatus. Doing so may cause a malfunction. If you do not use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
Step 3: Connecting the Video Cords
Connect this player to your TV monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver) using a video cord. Select one of the patterns A or B, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver). In order to view progressive signal (480p) pictures with a compatible TV, projector, or monitor, you must use pattern B.

A Connecting to audio L/R input
B Connecting to a digital audio
This connection will use your TVs or stereo amplifiers (receivers) two speakers for sound. Connect using the audio/video cord (supplied).

input jack

If your AV amplifier (receiver) has a Dolby*1 Digital or DTS*2 decoder and a digital input jack, use this connection. Connect using a digital coaxial cord (not supplied).

Coaxial cord

Surround effect (page 42) TV: Dynamic Theater, Dynamic, Wide, Night
Surround effect Dolby Digital (5.1ch), DTS (5.1ch)
Stereo amplifier (receiver): Standard, Night
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. *2 DTS and DTS Digital Out are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
After you have completed the connection, make the appropriate settings in Quick Setup (page 21). Otherwise, no sound or a loud noise will come from your speakers. The TVS effects of this player cannot be used with this connection. In order to listen to DTS sound tracks, you must use this connection. DTS sound tracks are not output through the LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks, even if you set DTS to ON in Quick Setup (page 21).
Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord
Plug the player and TV power cords into an AC outlet.

Step 6: Quick Setup

Follow the steps below to make the minimum number of basic adjustments for using the player. To skip an adjustment, press >. To return to the previous adjustment, press.
1 Turn on the TV. 2 Press [/1. 3 Switch the input selector on your
TV so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen.
Press [ENTER] to run QUICK SETUP appears at the bottom of the screen. If this message does not appear, select QUICK under SETUP in the Control Menu to run Quick Setup (page 59).
LANGUAGE SETUP OSD: MENU: AUDIO: SUBTITLE:
ENGLISH ENGLISH FRENCH SPANISH PORTUGUESE
5 Press X/x to select a language.
The player displays the menu and subtitles in the selected language.

When the player is in standby mode, press O RETURN, ENTER, and then [/1 on the remote.
The player turns on and LOCKED appears on the front panel display. The A and Z buttons on the player or the remote do not work while the Child Lock is set.
*1 All DVDs except for DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs/ DVD+Rs DL *2 DVDs only 3 Video and JPEG pictures only (except * BACKGROUND pictures). You can move the enlarged picture using C/X/x/c. Depending upon the contents of the disc, the zoom function may be canceled automatically when the picture is moved.

To unlock the disc tray

When the player is in standby mode, press O RETURN, ENTER, and then [/1 again.
Even if you select RESET under SETUP in the Control Menu (page 59), the disc tray remains locked.
You may not be able to use the Replay or Advance function with some scenes.
Resuming Playback From the Point Where You Stopped the Disc (Multi-disc

Resume)

The player stores the point where you stopped the disc for up to 6 discs and resumes playback the next time you insert the same disc. If you store a resume playback point for the seventh disc, the resume playback point for the first disc is deleted.
MULTI-DISC RESUME in CUSTOM SETUP must be set to ON (default) for this function to work (page 62). The point where you stopped playing is cleared when: you change the play mode. you change the settings on the Setup Display. For DVD-VR mode, CDs, DATA CDs, and DATA DVDs the player remembers the resume playback point for the current disc. The resume point is cleared when: you opened the disc tray. you disconnect the power cord. the player enters standby mode (DATA CD/ DATA DVD only). Resume Play does not work during Shuffle Play and Program Play. This function may not work with some discs. 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.
1 While playing a disc, press x to

stop playback.

RESUME appears on the front panel display.

2 Press H.

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.

Using the DVDs Menu

A DVD VIDEO is divided into long sections of a picture or a music feature called titles. When you play a DVD VIDEO which contains several titles, you can select the title you want using the TOP MENU button. When you play DVD VIDEOs 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 in DVD-VR Mode
Some DVD-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

TOP MENU

MENU ENTER

ENTER DISPLAY
1 Press TOP MENU or MENU.
The discs menu appears on the TV screen. The contents of the menu vary from disc to disc.
1 Press DISPLAY when the player is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu appears.

2 Press X/x to select

(ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST), then press ENTER.
The options for ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST appear.
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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 ENTER.

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

4 Press ENTER.

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.
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.
Various Play Mode Functions (Program Play,
Shuffle Play, Repeat Play, A-B Repeat Play)
You can set the following play modes: Program Play (page 28) Shuffle Play (page 30) Repeat Play (page 31) A-B Repeat Play (page 32)
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.

DISPLAY

The play mode is canceled when: you open the disc tray. the player enters standby mode by pressing [/1.
Creating your own program (Program 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 program. You can program up to 99 titles, chapters, and tracks.

Press X/x to select (PROGRAM), then press ENTER.
The options for PROGRAM appear.
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PLAY DVD VIDEO

Next, press X/x to select 03 under C, then press ENTER.
PROGRAM ALL CLEAR 1. TITLE 2. TITLE 3. TITLE 4. TITLE 5. TITLE 6. TITLE 7. TITLE T 05
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
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
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
Total time of the programmed tracks
To program other titles, chapters, or tracks, repeat steps 4 to 5.
The programmed titles, chapters, and tracks are displayed in the selected order.
Press H to start Program Play.
Program Play begins. When the program ends, you can restart the same program again by pressing H.
Chapters recorded on a disc
Select the title, chapter, or track you want to program.
When playing a DVD VIDEO For example, select chapter 03 of title 02. Press X/x to select 02 under T, then press ENTER.

To return to normal play

Press CLEAR, or select OFF in step 3. To play the same program again, select ON in step 3 and press ENTER.
To change or cancel a program
Follow steps 1 to 3 of Creating your own program (Program Play). Select the program 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 program, press CLEAR.
Follow step 5 for new programming. To cancel a program, select -- under T, then press ENTER.
Playing in random order (Shuffle Play)
You can have the player shuffle titles, chapters, or tracks. Subsequent shuffling may produce a different playing order.
To cancel all of the titles, chapters, or tracks in the programmed order

To return to normal play during setting
Press O RETURN or DISPLAY.
z Hint If there are more than 9 chapters, titles, or tracks, V is displayed at the bottom right of the screen. To display the additional chapters, titles, or tracks, select the bottom scenes and press x. To return to the previous scene, select the top scenes and press X.
1 Press PICTURE NAVI during

playback.

The following display appears.

CHAPTER VIEWER

Depending on the disc, you may not be able to select some items.
2 Press PICTURE NAVI repeatedly to

select an item.

CHAPTER VIEWER (DVD VIDEO only): displays the first scene of each chapter. TITLE VIEWER (DVD VIDEO only): displays the first scene of each title. TRACK VIEWER (VIDEO CD/ Super VCD only): displays the first scene of each track.
Viewing Information About the Disc
Checking the Playing Time and Remaining Time
You can check the playing time and remaining time of the current title, chapter, or track. Also, you can check the DVD/CD text or track name (MP3 audio) recorded on the disc.
When playing a DVD T *:*:* (hours: minutes: seconds) Playing time of the current title T*:*:* Remaining time of the current title C *:*:* Playing time of the current chapter C*:*:* Remaining time of the current chapter When playing a VIDEO CD or Super VCD (with PBC functions) *:* (minutes: seconds) Playing time of the current scene When playing a VIDEO CD (without PBC functions) or CD T *:* (minutes: seconds) Playing time of the current track T*:* Remaining time of the current track D *:* Playing time of the current disc D *:* Remaining time of the current disc When playing a Super VCD (without PBC functions) T *:* (minutes: seconds) Playing time of the current track When playing a DATA CD (MP3 audio)/ DATA DVD (MP3 audio) T *:* (minutes: seconds) Playing time of the current track

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.

GRAPHICS A preset picture stored in the player appears. BLUE BLACK The background color is blue. The background color is black.

4:3 LETTER BOX

BLACK LEVEL Selects the black level (setup level) for the video signals output from the jacks other than COMPONENT VIDEO OUT.
ON Sets the black level of the output signal to the standard level. Lowers the standard black level. Use this when the picture becomes too white.

4:3 PAN SCAN

BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT) Selects the black level (setup level) for the video signals output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. You cannot select this when the player outputs progressive signals (page 17).
OFF Sets the black level of the output signal to the standard level. Normally select this position. Raises the standard black level. Use this setting when the picture appears too dark.

MODE (PROGRESSIVE)

In order for these images to appear natural on your screen when output in progressive mode, the progressive video signal needs to be converted to match the type of DVD software that you are watching. This setting is effective only when you set PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT) in SCREEN SETUP to ON.
AUTO Automatically detects the software type (film-based or video-based) and selects the appropriate conversion mode. Normally, select this position. Fixes the conversion mode to the mode for video-based software.
PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT)
If your TV accepts progressive (480p) format signals, set PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT) to ON. Note that you must connect to a progressive format TV using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (page 18).
OFF ON To output normal (interlace) signals. To output progressive signals.

4:3 OUTPUT

This setting is effective only when you set TV TYPE in SCREEN SETUP to 16:9. Adjust this to watch 4:3 aspect ratio progressive signals. If you can change the aspect ratio on your progressive format (480p) compatible TV, change the setting on your TV, not the player. This setting is effective only when you set PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT) in SCREEN SETUP to ON.
FULL Select this when you can change the aspect ratio on your TV. Select this when you cannot change the aspect ratio on your TV. Shows a 16:9 aspect ratio signal with black bands on left and right sides of the image.
To output progressive signals
Select PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT), and press ENTER. Select ON, and press ENTER. The display asks for confirmation. Select Start and press ENTER. The video switches to a progressive signals for 5 seconds. If the picture appears normal, select YES, and press ENTER. If not, select NO, and press ENTER.

DOWNMIX (DVDs only)

Switches the method for mixing down to 2 channels when you play a DVD which has rear sound elements (channels) or is recorded in Dolby Digital format. For details on the rear signal components, see Checking the audio signal format (page 41). This function affects the output of the following jacks: LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack when DOLBY DIGITAL is set to D-PCM (page 63).

DOLBY DIGITAL

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 analog 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 There is no sound.
, Re-connect the connecting cord securely. , The connecting cord is damaged. , The player is connected to the wrong input jack on the amplifier (receiver) (page 19). , The amplifier (receiver) input is not correctly set. , The player is in pause mode or in Slowmotion Play mode. , The player is in fast forward or fast reverse mode. , If the audio signal does not come through the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack, check the audio settings (page 63). , While playing a Super VCD on which the audio track 2 is not recorded, no sound will come out when you select 2:STEREO, 2:1/L, or 2:2/R.

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 power is not turned on.
, Check that the power cord is connected securely.

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 17) and switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen. , 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 programs could affect picture quality. , You set the PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT) in SCREEN SETUP to ON even though your TV cannot accept the progressive signal. In this case, refer to page 61 to reset the setting. , Even if your TV is compatible with progressive format 480p signals and connected using COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks, the image may be affected when you set the player to progressive format. In this case, set PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT) in SCREEN SETUP to OFF so that the player is set to normal (interlace) format (page 61).

Playback stops automatically.
, While playing discs with an auto pause signal, the player stops playback at the auto pause signal.
Some functions such as Stop, Fast Play, Slow Play, Slow-motion Play, Repeat Play, Shuffle Play, or Program Play cannot be performed.
, Depending on the disc, you may not be able to do some of the operations above. Refer to the operating manual that comes with the disc.
The MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files start playing simultaneously.
, MODE (MP3, JPEG) is set to AUTO (page 52).
The language for the sound track cannot be changed.
, Try using the DVDs menu instead of the direct selection button on the remote (page 26). , Multilingual tracks are not recorded on the DVD being played. , The DVD prohibits the changing of the language for the sound track.
The album/track/file names are not displayed correctly.
, The player can only display numbers and alphabet. Other characters are displayed as *.
The subtitle language cannot be changed or turned off.
, Try using the DVDs menu instead of the direct selection button on the remote (page 26).
, Multilingual subtitles are not recorded on the DVD being played. , The DVD prohibits the changing of subtitles.

Self-diagnosis Function

(When letters/numbers appear in the display)
When the self-diagnosis function is activated to prevent the player from malfunctioning, a five-character service number (e.g., C 13 50) with a combination of a letter and four digits appears on the screen and the front panel display. In this case, check the following table.

C:13:50

The angles cannot be changed.
, Try using the DVDs menu instead of the direct selection button on the remote (page 26). , Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD being played. , The angle can only be changed when the indicator lights up on the front panel display (page 11). , The DVD prohibits changing of the angles.
The player does not operate properly.
, When static electricity, etc., causes the player to operate abnormally, unplug the player.
5 numbers or letters are displayed on the screen and on the front panel display.
, The self-diagnosis function was activated. (See the table on page 67.)
First three characters of the service number C 13
Cause and/or corrective action
The disc tray does not open and LOCKED appears on the front panel display.
, Child Lock is set (page 24).
The disc is dirty or recorded in a format that this player cannot play (page 8). , Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth or check its format. The disc is not inserted correctly. , Re-insert the disc correctly. Additional Information
The disc tray does not open and TRAY LOCKED appears on the front panel display.
, Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.