2: Inserting batteries into the remote
Insert two size AA batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the marking inside the compartment.
Observe the correct polarity when inserting batteries. Dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly way. Certain regions may regulate disposal of the battery. Please consult your local authority. Do not use different types of batteries together or mix old and new batteries. Handle the remote with care. Do not drop or step on it, or spill liquid of any kind onto it. Do not place the remote in a location near a heat source, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, or in a damp room.
3: Connecting a cable box/satellite receiver/VCR

Rear of the system

AC power cord (mains lead) (supplied)
Cable box or satellite receiver
Satellite antenna cord (not supplied) VCR

CATV cord (not supplied)

S VIDEO cord (not supplied) S VIDEO cord (not supplied) S VIDEO VIDEO (yellow) Audio/video cord (not supplied) AUDIO-L (white)
S VIDEO VIDEO (MONO) AUDIO R
S VIDEO VIDEO (yellow) Audio/video cord (not supplied) AUDIO-L (white)

3 VIDEO IN

AUDIO-R (red)

Remove the covers.

When all connections have been made, replace the covers.
Do not connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to your mains socket until all connections are complete. If available, use an S video cord to connect your equipment. If you connect other equipment, see page 71.
Connect your satellite receiver, VCR and cable.
To connect a satellite receiver 1 Connect the satellite antenna cord (not supplied) to the satellite receivers satellite input jack. 2 Use an audio cord (not supplied) and S video cord (not supplied) to connect the satellite receivers AUDIO and S VIDEO output jacks to the systems AUDIO and S VIDEO input jacks (VIDEO (IN) 1 or 3). To connect a VCR and cable 1 Connect the CATV cord (not supplied) to the VCRs VHF/UHF input jack. 2 Use an audio cord (not supplied) and video cord (not supplied) to connect the VCRs AUDIO and VIDEO output jacks to the systems AUDIO and VIDEO input jacks (VIDEO (IN) 1 or 3).
Connect the supplied AC power cord (mains lead) to the AC IN socket on the rear of the system.
To prevent the system from toppling over
Be sure to take measures to prevent the system from toppling over. If you fail to do so, the system may topple over and cause injury. Anchor the system to a wall, pillar, etc., to prevent it from toppling over. Any wall alternations (drilling, etc.) are your own responsibility.

A commercially available strong rope or chain
Prepare a commercially available strong rope or chain and wall anchor bracket beforehand.
Attach the two screws to the screw holes on the rear of the system.
A commercially available wall screw
Secure the wall anchor bracket to a wall or pillar. Thread the rope or chain through both holes of the screws, and then tighten the other end of the rope or chain to the wall anchor bracket.
4: Connecting the FM wire antenna
Connect the supplied FM wire antenna for listening to the FM radio. Thread the wire antenna through the slit of the cover, and then replace the cover.
5: Switching on the system
Install this system so that the power cord can be unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the event of trouble.

DIGITAL IN OPT

DIGITAL OUT

FM ANTENNA

Connect the system to your mains socket (120V AC, 60Hz). Press POWER on the system (top of the lift unit).
When you switch on the system for the first time, the Language menu appears on the screen, then go to 6: Selecting the monitor language (page 22). When the system is in standby mode (the POWER indicator on the system is off), press POWER to switch on the system.
Depending on the LIFT MODE setting or selected input, the lift unit will move down when turning on the system.

75 COAXIAL

FM wire antenna
Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna. After connecting the FM wire antenna, keep it as horizontal as possible.
If you have poor FM reception, use a 75-ohms coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the system to an outdoor FM antenna as shown below.
Outdoor FM antenna System
6: Selecting the monitor language
When you switch on the system for the first time, the Initial Setup menu appears on the screen.
7: Selecting the DVD language (Quick Setup)
When you select DVD input for the first time, a message prompting you to perform Quick Setup appears. You can set the display language.

MONITOR DVD (FUNCTION)

DVD (direct input select) M/m/ (OK) M/m/ (ENTER)
Press MONITOR to switch the remote FUNCTION to MONITOR. Press M/m to select the language displayed on the menu screens, then press (OK).

Initial Setup

Press DVD (FUNCTION) to switch the remote FUNCTION to DVD. Press DVD (direct input select) to switch the input to DVD.
[Press [ENTER] to run QUICK SETUP.] appears at the bottom of the screen. This message does not appear if the disc is loaded or Quick Setup is already done.

English Espaol Franais

Please select your language

Press disc.

(ENTER) without inserting a
The Setup Display for selecting the language used in the on-screen display appears.
LANGUAGE SETUP OSD: MENU: AUDIO: SUBTITLE: ENGLISH ENGLISH FRENCH SPANISH PORTUGUESE

Press M/m to select a language.
The system displays the on-screen display, the menu and subtitles in the selected language.

(ENTER).

Quick Setup is finished. All connections and setup operations are complete.

To quit the Quick Setup

Press DISPLAY in any step.
To recall the Quick Setup display
1 Press DVD (FUNCTION) to switch the remote

FUNCTION to DVD.

2 Press DISPLAY. (If a disc is playing, press x to stop
playback, then press DISPLAY.) The Control Menu appears.

3 Press M/m to select

[SETUP], then press (ENTER). The options for [SETUP] appear.

12(27) 18(34) : :

QUICK QUICK CUSTOM RESET

DVD VIDEO

4 Press M/m to select [QUICK], then press
(ENTER). The Quick Setup display appears.
The remote control is preset to operate Sony brand equipment.
Sony Equipment Programmable Code Number
Programming the remote control

POWER FUNCTION buttons

Cable Satellite receiver

101 (DVR) 201 (DSS)

Follow the steps below to program your systems remote control to operate the other equipment. Find the three-digit code for your equipment from the Manufacturers Codes listed on page 25. If more than one code number is listed, try entering from the code listed first.

Number buttons

Press and hold the CABLE or SAT (FUNCTION) you want to program and press POWER simultaneously.
The selected FUNCTION button (CABLE or SAT) will flash.
Enter the three-digit manufacturers code number using the number buttons while the button is lit, approximately 30 seconds. Press ENT.
When the programming is correct, the selected FUNCTION button will flash twice slowly, and when not, flashes five times quickly.
To check if the code works
Aim your systems remote control at the equipment, and press POWER. If the equipment responds, the programming is completed. If not, try the next code listed.
If no code is input within the above specified time, or an invalid or incorrect code number is input, the remote control automatically goes back to the previous setting. In some cases, you may not be able to program your remote control to operate other equipment. In such cases, use the equipments own remote control. Dead batteries or removing the batteries may cause the programmable codes to be lost and revert back to factory settings. Reprogramming the codes may be necessary.

Manufacturers Codes Cable Boxes

Manufacturer Code

Sony Hamlin/Regal Jerrold/G. I./ Motorola Oak Panasonic Pioneer RCA Scientific Atlanta Tocom/Philips Zenith
101 123, 124, 125, 126, 127 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 117, 118, 119, 123, 133 128, 129, 130 111, 113, 120, 121, 122, 131 113, 110, 111, 112 117, 118 113, 114
Viewing pictures from connected equipment

Satellite Receivers

Sony Hitachi General Electric Hughes JVC/Dish Network/Echostar Mitsubishi Panasonic Philips RCA/PROSCAN Samsung Toshiba

202, 206, 207

FUNCTION buttons
INPUT Direct input select buttons M/m/ (OK)
Switch on the connected equipment. Press the desired FUNCTION button. Switch the input select.
You can switch the input select by one of the following procedures:
Press the desired direct input select button on the remote or system. Press INPUT on the remote or INPUT SELECT on the system repeatedly. Press MONITOR, then press MENU, select [Inputs]. Choose the desired input from [Inputs] menu using M/ m/ (OK).
VIDEO 5 (HDMI IN): Digital audio/video signal is input through the VIDEO 5 (HDMI IN) jack. Audio input signal is analogue only if the equipment has been connected using the DVI and audio out jack. VIDEO 6 (PC IN): RGB input signal through the PC connectors VIDEO 6 (PC IN), and audio input signal through the jack PC AUDIO IN.
Using other equipment with your remote control
To operate other connected equipment with your system, first turn to page 25 and program the necessary code. For operating other equipment, press INPUT or direct input select button repeatedly until you see the input on the screen for your connected equipment. Remote control operation tips are provided below.
Some functions cannot be operated depending on the equipment. In that case, operate by the remote control supplied with the equipment.

Operating a Cable Box

To Do This. Press.
Activate the remote control to operate the cable box Turn on/off Select a channel Change channels Display cable menu Display channel number Move highlight (cursor) Select item
CABLE (FUNCTION) POWER 0-9, ENT, CH +/ MENU DISPLAY </M/m/,
Operating a Satellite Receiver
Activate the remote control to operate the satellite receiver Turn on/off Select a channel Change channels Back to previous channel Display channel number Display SAT Guide Display SAT Menu Move highlight (cursor) Select item
SAT(FUNCTION) POWER 0-9, ENT, CH +/ JUMP DISPLAY GUIDE MENU </M/m/,

Note about CDs/DVDs

The system can play CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs recorded in the following formats: audio CD format. video CD format. MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files of format conforming to ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, or its extended format, Joliet. The system can play DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/DVDRWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs recorded in the following formats: MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files of format conforming to UDF (Universal Disc Format).

Press AUDIO during playback.
The following display appears.
1:ENGLISH DOLBY DIGITAL 3/2.1
Press AUDIO repeatedly to select the desired audio signal.
x When playing a DVD VIDEO
The choice of language varies depending on the DVD VIDEO. When 4 digits are displayed, they indicate a language code. Refer to Language code list (DVD function only) (page 76) 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.
x When playing a DVD-R/DVD-RW
The audio streams recorded on a disc are displayed. Example: [1: AUDIO] [2: AUDIO]
[2: AUDIO] does not appear when one audio stream is recorded on the disc. x When playing a VIDEO CD, CD, or DATA CD/ DATA DVD (MP3 audio)
[STEREO]: The standard stereo sound. [1/L]: The sound of the left channel (monaural). [2/R]: The sound of the right channel (monaural).
x When playing a Super VCD
[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).
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].
Selecting a playback layer for a Super Audio CD (Super Audio CD only)
Some Super Audio CDs consist of a Super Audio CD layer and a CD layer. You can select the playback layer you want to listen to.
Press SA-CD/CD. (If a disc is playing, press x to stop playback, then press SA-CD/CD.)
Each time you press the button, a Super Audio CD layer or a CD layer is alternately selected. When playing a Super Audio CD layer, SA-CD lights up in the front panel display.
For details about Super Audio CD discs, see page 28. Each play mode function works only within the selected layer.
To check the audio signal format (DVD VIDEO only)
If you press AUDIO repeatedly during playback, the format of the current audio signal (PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.) appears on the screen. This function is prohibited on some discs. Example: Dolby Digital 5.1 ch
Surround (L/R) LFE (Low Frequency Effect)
Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC functions (Ver.2.0)

(PBC Playback)

(VIDEO CD only)
With PBC (Playback Control) functions, you can enjoy simple interactive operations, search functions, and other such operations. PBC playback allows you to play VIDEO CDs interactively by following the menu on the monitor screen.
1:ENGLISH DOLBY DIGITAL 3 / 2.1
Start playing a VIDEO CD with PBC functions.
The menu for your selection appears.

Front (L/R) + Center

Example: Dolby Digital 3 ch
Front (L/R) Surround (Monaural)
Select the item number you want by the number buttons. Press (ENTER).
Follow the instructions in the menu for interactive operations.
Refer to the operation details supplied with the disc, as the operating procedure may differ depending on the VIDEO CD.
2:SPANISH DOLBY DIGITAL 2 / 1
To go back to the menu Press O RETURN.
You cannot use Program Play, Shuffle Play, or Repeat Play with Video CDs with PBC playback. 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.
To play without using PBC, press./> or the number buttons while the system is stopped to select a track, then press H or (ENTER). You cannot play still pictures such as a menu. To return to PBC playback, press x twice, then press H.
For DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs in VR mode, CDs, Super Audio CDs, DATA CDs, and DATA DVDs the system remembers the resume playback point for the current disc. The resume point is cleared when: you eject the disc. the system enters standby mode. Resume Play does not work during Program Play and Shuffle Play. This function may not correctly work with some discs. Depending on where you stop the disc, the system may not resume playback from exactly the same point. If you play a disc for which Parental Control is set, this function does not work.
Resuming playback from the point where you stopped the disc

(Resume Play)

To play from the beginning of the disc, press x twice, then press H.
(DVD VIDEO, DVD-VR, VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD, CD, DATA CD, DATA DVD only)
When you stop the disc, the system remembers the point where you pressed x and you can start playback from the point you stopped the disc.
Searching for a particular point or a scene on a disc
Searching for a particular point on a disc
(Scan, Slow-motion Play, Freeze Frame)
While playing a disc, press x to stop playback.
Resume appears in the front panel display. If Resume does not appear, Resume Play is not available.
Depending on the DVD/VIDEO CD, you may not be able to do some of the operations described.
The system starts playback from the point where you stopped the disc in step 1.
To enjoy a disc that is played before by resume playback (Multi-disc Resume) (DVD VIDEO, VIDEO CD only) This system stores the point where you stopped the disc for up to 40 discs and resumes playback the next time you insert the same disc. If you store a resume playback point for the 41st disc, the resume playback point for the first disc is deleted. To activate this function, set [MULTI-DISC RESUME] in [CUSTOM SETUP] to [ON]. For details, see [MULTI-DISC RESUME] (DVD VIDEO/VIDEO CD only) (page 65).

If [MULTI-DISC RESUME] in [CUSTOM SETUP] is set to [OFF] (page 65), the resume point is cleared when you change the input. The point where you stopped playing may be cleared when: you change the play mode. you change or reset the settings on the Setup Display. you change the input. you disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) for a long period of time.
Locating a point quickly by playing a disc in fast forward or fast reverse (Scan) (except for JPEG) 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 playback speed changes. With each press the indication changes as shown below. Actual speeds may differ with some discs. Playback direction
2B t 1M t 2M t 3M 3M (DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/DVD-RW/VIDEO CD only) 2B (DVD VIDEO/Super Audio CD/CD only)

Opposite direction

2b t 1m t 2m t 3m 3m (DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/DVD-RW/ VIDEO CD only) 2b (DVD VIDEO only)
With each press, playback speed becomes faster.
Watching frame by frame (Slow-motion Play) (DVD VIDEO, DVD-R, DVD-RW, VIDEO CD only) Press m or M when the system is in pause mode. To return to the normal playback speed, press H. Each time you press m or M during Slow-motion Play, the playback speed changes. Two speeds are available. With each press the indication changes as follows: Playback direction
Opposite direction (DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/DVD-RW only)
Press </M/m/, to select a title, chapter, or track, and press (ENTER).
Playback starts from the selected scene.
With each press, playback speed becomes faster. Playing one frame at a time (Freeze Frame) (except for Super Audio CD, CD, MP3, and JPEG) When the system is in the pause mode, press (step) to go to the next frame. Press (step) to go to the preceding frame (DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/DVD-RW only). To return to normal playback, press H.
You cannot search for a still picture on a DVD-R/DVD-RW in VR mode.
To return to normal play during setting
Press O RETURN or DISPLAY.
Depending on the disc, you may not be able to select some items.
Displaying various angles and subtitles
Changing the angles (DVD VIDEO only)
If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on a DVD VIDEO, you can change the viewing angle.

Searching by scene

(Picture Navigation)
(DVD VIDEO, VIDEO CD only)
You can divide the screen into 9 subscreens and find the desired scene quickly.
Press ANGLE during playback.
Each time you press ANGLE, the angle changes.

Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may not be able to change the angle even if multi-angles are recorded on the DVD VIDEO.
Press PICTURE NAVI during playback.

CHAPTER VIEWER

Displaying the subtitles (DVD VIDEO, DVD-VR only)
Press PICTURE NAVI repeatedly to select an item.
[TITLE VIEWER] (DVD VIDEO only) [CHAPTER VIEWER] (DVD VIDEO only) [TRACK VIEWER] (VIDEO CD only)
If subtitles are recorded on a disc, you can turn the subtitles on or off while playing. If multilingual subtitles are recorded on the disc, you can change the subtitle language while playing, or turn the subtitles on or off whenever you want.
Press SUBTITLE during playback.
Each time you press SUBTITLE, the subtitle language changes. A 4-digit language code number appears. Refer to Language code list (DVD function only) on page 76.
Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may not be able to change the subtitles even if multilingual subtitles are recorded on it. You also may not be able to turn them off.
The first scene of each title, chapter, or track appears as follows.
You can also select a preset station by entering its number with number buttons, then press (ENTER).
Listening to the FM radio
Preset FM radio stations in the systems memory first (see Presetting FM radio stations (page 37)).
Adjust the volume by pressing VOL +/.

To turn off the FM radio

To listen to non-preset FM radio stations
Use manual or automatic tuning in step 2. For manual tuning, press M or m repeatedly. For automatic tuning, press and hold M or m. Press x when you stop the automatic tuning. When an FM program is noisy

FM (FUNCTION)

1 Press MENU. 2 Press M/m repeatedly until FM MODE? appears in
the front panel display, then press (ENTER).
3 Press M/m to select MONO, then press

FM (direct input select)

(ENTER). Sound will not be stereo, but the reception will improve.
To improve reception, reorient the supplied antenna.
Press FM (FUNCTION) to switch the remote FUNCTION to FM. Press FM (direct input select).
FM appears in the front panel display. The last received station is tuned in.

TUNED ST

Press CH + or repeatedly to select the preset station you want.
Each time you press the button, the system tunes in one preset station.
Presetting FM radio stations
You can preset 20 FM stations. Before tuning, make sure to turn down the volume to minimum.

Adjusts uneven sharpness on screen.
Turns ratings on/off and select a rating system.

(OK) to select [Pitch].

(OK) to select [Lock].
[Off]: Parental lock is off. No programs are blocked from viewing. [Child]: Maximums ratings permitted are: US: TV-Y, TV-G, G Canada: C, G, TV-Y, TV-G [Youth]: Maximums ratings permitted are: US: TV-PG, PG Canada: C8+, PG, 8ans+, TV-PG [Young Adult]: Maximums ratings permitted are: US: TV-14, PG-13 Canada: 14+, 13ans+, TV-14 [Custom]: Selects to set ratings manually. US: See page 43 for details. Canada: See page 43 for details.
Clears [V Center], [H Center], [Phase], and [Pitch] adjustments you made to the factory settings.
This function is available only for VIDEO 6.
If you are not familiar with the Parental Guideline rating system, you should select [Child], [Youth], or [Young Adult] to help simplify the rating selection. To set more specific ratings, select [Custom]. For descriptions of [Child], [Youth], and [Young Adult] ratings, see page 43.

Option

Description

Movie Rating

Select Country
Selects country settings.
(OK) to select [Select Country].
[U.S.A.]: Selects to use USA ratings (see page 43). [Canada]: Selects to use Canadian ratings (see page 44).
[G]: All children and General Audience. [PG]: Parental Guidance suggested. [PG-13]: Parental Guidance for children under 13. [R]: Restricted viewing, parental guidance is suggested for children under 17. [NC-17 and X]: No one 17 or under allowed. Blocks programs by their rating, content or both. [TV-Y]: All children. [TV-Y7]: Directed to children age 7 and older. [TV-G]: General Audience. [TV-PG]: Parental Guidance suggested. [TV-14]: Parents Strongly cautioned. [TV-MA]: Mature Audience only. [FV]: Fantasy Violence. [D]: Suggestive Dialogue. [L]: Strong Language. [S]: Sexual situations. [V]: Violence. Blocks programs or movies that are broadcast without a rating. [Allow]: Allows programs and movies that are broadcast without a rating. [Block]: Blocks all programs and movies that are broadcast without a rating.

TV Rating

Age-Based Ratings

Change Password

Changes your password.
Press (OK) to select [Change Password]. Enter a new 4-digit password using number buttons.
[Confirm password] appears.

ContentBased Ratings

Enter a new 4-digit password again using the number buttons.

Unrated

Selecting custom rating options (for US model)
For US model, the custom rating menu includes the following options. For Canadian model, see page 44.
The Content-Based Ratings are linked to the level of the Age-Based Rating. For example, a program with the AgeBased Rating of [TV-PG V] (Violence) rating may contain moderate violence, while a [TV-14 V] (Violence) rating may contain more intense violence. To ensure maximum blocking capability, set the AgeBased Ratings. If you block unrated TV programs, be aware that the following types of programs may be blocked: programs broadcast from another country, emergency broadcasts, political programs, sports, news, public service announcements, religious programs and weather.

DVD TOP MENU DVD MENU </M/m/, (ENTER)
Press DVD (FUNCTION) to switch the remote FUNCTION to DVD. Press DVD TOP MENU or DVD MENU.
The discs menu appears on the monitor screen. The contents of the menu vary from disc to disc.
Press </M/m/, or the number buttons to select the item you want to play or change. Press (ENTER).

Control Menu items

12 (27) 18 (34) T 1:32:55 OFF OFF DISC TITLE CHAPTER

REPEAT

DISPLAY
1 Currently playing title number*Currently playing chapter number*Total number of titles*Total number of chapters*2
5 Playback status (N Playback, X Pause, x Stop, etc.) 6 Type of disc being played*Playing time*Current setting 9 Options q; Operation message qa Function name of selected Control Menu item qs Selected item
*1 Displays the scene number for VIDEO CDs (PBC is on), track number for VIDEO CDs/Super Audio CDs/CDs, album number for DATA CDs/DATA DVDs. *2 Displays the index number for VIDEO CDs/Super Audio CDs, MP3 audio track number, or JPEG image file number for DATA CDs/DATA DVDs. *3 Displays Super VCD as SVCD. Displays MP3 in the Control Menu display 1 or JPEG in the Control Menu 2 for DATA CDs/DATA DVDs. *4 Displays the date for JPEG files.
Use the Control Menu to select a function and to view related information.
Press DVD (FUNCTION) to switch the remote FUNCTION to DVD. Press DISPLAY repeatedly to turn on or change the Control Menu display as follows:
, Control Menu display 1 m Control Menu display 2 (appears for certain discs only) m Control Menu display off

To turn off the display

Press DISPLAY.

Overview of the menus

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.
List of Control Menu items
Item Item Name, Function, Relevant Disc Type
[TITLE] (page 50)/[SCENE] (page 50)/[TRACK] (page 50)
Selects the title, scene, or track to be played.
[CHAPTER] (page 50)/[INDEX] (page 50)
Selects the chapter or index to be played.

[INDEX] (page 50)

Displays the index and selects the index to be played.

[TRACK] (page 50)

Selects the track to be played.
[ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST] (page 51)
Selects the type of titles (DVD-R/DVD-RW) to be played, the [ORIGINAL] one, or an edited [PLAY LIST].

Track (MP3 audio) or File (JPEG image)
The system may not be able to play some DATA CDs/DATA DVDs created in the Packet Write format.
MP3 audio track or JPEG image file that the system can play
The system can play the MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files:
which have the extension.MP3 (MP3 audio track) or.JPG/.JPEG (JPEG image file) which conform to the DCF* image file format
* Design rule for Camera File system: Image standards for digital cameras regulated by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).
When you insert a DATA CD/DATA DVD and press H, the numbered tracks (or files) are played sequentially, from 1 through 7. Any sub-albums/ tracks (or files) contained within a currently selected album take priority over the next album in the same tree. (Example: C contains D so 4 is played before 5.) When you press DVD MENU and the list of album names appears (page 57), the album names are arranged in alphabetical order (A t B t C t D t F t G). Albums that do not contain tracks (or files) (such as album E) do not appear in the list.
If you add numbers (01, 02, 03, etc.) to the front of the track/file names when you store the tracks (or files) in a disc, the tracks and files will be played in that order. If a disc consists of many trees, it takes longer to start playback.
The system will play any data with the extension.MP3,.JPG, or.JPEG even if they are not in MP3 or JPEG format. Playing this data may generate a loud noise which could damage your speaker system. The system does not conform to audio in MP3PRO format.
Playback order may differ from the illustration depending on the software you use to create the DATA CD/DATA DVD, or if there are more than 200 albums and 300 files in each album. The system can recognize up to 200 albums, and will not play any albums beyond the 200th.
The system may take longer time to playback, when progressing to the following album or jump to other album. Some type of JPEG files cannot be played.
Press M/m to select an album.
x When selecting an album
Playing DATA CDs or DATA DVDs with MP3 audio track and JPEG image files
Press H to start playing the selected album.

x When selecting a track

A list of the tracks contained in the album appears.
MY FAVOURITE SONG 1(256) WALTZ FOR DEBBY MY ROMANCE MILES TONES MY FUNNY VALENTINE AUTUM LEAVES ALL BLUES S O M E D A Y M Y P R I N C E W.
DVD MENU </M/m/, (ENTER)
Press M/m to select a track, then press (ENTER).
The selected track starts playing. You can turn the track list off by pressing DVD MENU. Pressing DVD MENU again will display the album list. To play the next or previous MP3 audio track Press./>. Note that you can select the next album by continuing to press > after the last track on the first album, but that you cannot return to the previous album by pressing. To return to the previous album, select the album from the album list. To return to the previous display Press O RETURN.

Specifications

AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS for the US model
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION:

Amplifier section

Front Power output (rated): 40 W + 40 W (6 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 1 %) Continuous RMS power output (reference): 50 W + 50 W (6 ohms at 1 kHz, THD 10 %) Power output (rated): 80 W (3 ohms, 100 Hz, THD 1 %) Continuous RMS power output (reference): 100 W (3 ohms at 100 Hz, THD 10 %) Semiconductor laser (DVD: = 650 nm) (CD: = 790 nm) Emission duration: continuous PLL quartz-locked digital synthesizer system 87.5 108.0 MHz FM wire antenna 75 ohms, unbalanced 10.7 MHz

Subwoofer

With 6 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 200 - 20,000 Hz; rated 40 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.7% total harmonic distortion from 250 milli watts to rated output.

Display unit

Power Requirements: 120 V AC, 60 Hz Screen Size: 32 inches Approx. 101.5 cm measured diagonally Display Resolution: 1,366 dots (horizontal) 768 lines (vertical) Power Consumption: 210 W Standby Power Consumption: 1 W or less Dimensions (w h d): Approx. 856.0 1,069.0 470.0 mm (33 3/1/5/8 in) Mass: Approx. 58.0 kg (127 lb 14 oz)
Super Audio CD/DVD system

FM section

System Tuning range Antenna Antenna terminals Intermediate frequency

Speakers Front

Speaker system Speaker unit 2-way Bass reflex type 25 mm (1 in) Dome type, 80 mm (3 1/4 in) Cone type Bass reflex type 130 mm (5 1/8 in) Cone type 2

Panel system

LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Panel
Speaker system Speaker unit

Terminals

VIDEO IN 1/2/3 (NTSC Video Standard): S VIDEO (4-pin mini DIN): Y:1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative C: 0.286 Vp-p (Burst signal), 75 ohms VIDEO: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative AUDIO: 500 mVrms (100% modulation) Impedance: 47 kilohms VIDEO 5 (HDMI IN): HDMI: Video: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i Audio IN: Two channel linear PCM 32, 44.1 and 48 kHz, 16, 20 and 24 bits AUDIO IN: 500 mVrms (100% modulation) Impedance: 47 kilohms Digital audio inputs (coaxial): VIDEO 1-3, 5, 6 Impedance: 75 ohms VIDEO 6 (PC IN): D-sub 15-pin, analog RGB, 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms, positive See the PC specifications on page 75 PC AUDIO IN: Stereo mini jack, 500m Vrms, 1 kilohm i Headphones jack

Supplied accessories

Remote RM-ANP003 (1) Size AA batteries (R6 type) (2) AC power cord (mains lead) (1) HD 15-HD 15 cable (1) Screws (2) FM wire antenna (1) Frame grille (1) Quick Setup Guide (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

No picture or no menu information from equipment connected Distorted picture
Stripe noise during playback/ recording of a VCR
Some tiny black points and/or bright points on the screen

Problem

Cause/Remedy

No color on programs

Select [Reset] in the [Video] menu to return to the factory settings (page 39). Check the video cord connection. If the FM function is selected, there will be no picture - ensure that this function is not selected. The disc is dirty or flawed. If picture noise occurs during VIDEO (IN) 1, VIDEO (IN) 2, or VIDEO (IN) 3 connection, check the output setting of the connected equipment. See the operating instructions of the connected equipment for details. Press PICTURE to select the desired [Picture Mode] (page 39). Adjust the [Picture Mode] options in the [Video] settings (page 39). Press PICTURE to select the desired [Picture Mode] (page 39). If the option you want to select appears in a pale color, you cannot select it. The current [Wide Mode] setting is automatically replaced with the [4:3 Default] setting when you change the channel or video input, if [4:3 Default] in the [Screen] settings is set to other than [Off]. If you want to lock in the [Wide Mode] selected with the WIDE button, set [4:3 Default] to [Off] in the [Screen] settings (page 41).
There is no picture Picture noise appears
No color/dark picture/color is not correct The picture is too bright Cannot operate settings item [Wide Mode] changes automatically
No sound, but good picture No sound when using HDMI connection
Press VOL +/ or MUTING. If you use only the HDMI connection, and the connected equipment does not conform to PCM output, or equipment setting is incorrect, audio signal may not be output. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the connected equipment for settings, etc. Connect with an optical digital cord (not supplied) or coaxial digital cord (not supplied) (page 73). See the Picture noise causes/remedies on page 78. If audio noise occurs during VIDEO (IN) 1, VIDEO (IN) 2, or VIDEO (IN) 3 connection, check the output setting of the connected equipment. See the operating instructions of the connected equipment for details. Press MUTING on the remote if MUTING ON is displayed in the front panel display. The system is in pause mode or in Slow-motion Play mode. Press H to return to normal play mode. Fast forward or fast reverse is performed. Press H to return to normal play mode. Check that the components are connected securely. Check that the connecting cords are away from a transformer or motor, and at least 3 meters (9 ft 10 in) away from the system or a fluorescent light. Move the system away from the audio components. The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a cloth slightly moistened with alcohol. Clean the disc.

2-670-721-11(4)

TV Integrated AV System

Operating Instructions

TAV-L1

2006 Sony Corporation
Before operating the system, please read the Safety Information section of this manual. Retain this manual for future reference.
Dont throw away the battery with general house waste, dispose of it correctly as chemical waste.

NOTICE FOR CUSTOMERS

A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience. Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a 13 AMP fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362 (i.e., marked with or ) must be used. When an alternative type of plug is used it should be fitted with a 13 AMP FUSE, otherwise the circuit should be protected by a 13 AMP FUSE at the distribution board. If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.
This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. This marking is located on the rear of the unit.

Disposal of the system

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 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.

How to replace the fuse

Open the fuse compartment with a blade screwdriver, and replace the fuse.

Introduction WARNING

This apparatus has to be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection. To prevent the risk of electric shock, if the mains lead or plug is damaged, do not insert the plug into the mains socket outlet. This plug cannot be used and should be destroyed. Dangerously high voltages are present inside the system. Do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
Thank you for choosing this Sony product. Before operating the system, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

Trademark information

is a registered trademark of the DVB project. PlayStation is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment, Inc. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. This system incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) technology. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with news papers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And dont place lighted candles on the apparatus. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

Table of Contents

NOTICE FOR CUSTOMERS.. 2
How to replace the fuse. 2

Basic Operations

About this manual.. 5 Safety information.. 5 Precautions.. 8
Notes about the discs.. 9

Getting Started

1: Checking the accessories..14 2: Inserting batteries into the remote.14 3: Connecting a TV aerial/VCR/ DVD player..15 4: Connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial)..16 5: Switching on the system.17 6: Auto-tuning the TV..18 7: Selecting the DVD language (Quick Setup)..19

Picture Freeze

Freezes the TV picture (e.g. to make a note of a telephone number or recipe).

Press ANALOG. Press.

Press </M/m/, to adjust the position of the window. Press Press mode. to remove the window. again to return to normal TV
Press (OK). To select a channel, press M/m, then press (OK). Press (OK). Press , to select the desired input signal, press m/M, then press (OK).
To change the screen mode manually to suit the broadcast
Press repeatedly to select Wide, Smart, 4:3, 14:9, or Zoom. Wide

To access Digital Text

Many broadcasters provide a Digital Text service. Digital Text offers graphically rich contents, compared to Analogue Text. Select a digital channel which provides Digital Text, then press /. When a broadcaster provides a dedicated Digital Text channel, select this channel to access Digital Text. To navigate through Digital Text, follow the instructions on the screen. To exit Digital Text, press. To move around, press M/m/</,. To select items, press (OK) and the number buttons. To access shortcuts, press the coloured buttons.
Displays wide screen (16:9) broadcasts in the correct proportions. Smart*
Displays conventional 4:3 broadcasts with an imitation wide screen effect. The 4:3 picture is stretched to fill the screen. 4:3

To access Analogue Text

In analogue mode, press /. Each time you press /, the display changes cyclically as follows: Text t Text over the TV picture (mix mode) t No Text (exit the Text service) To select a page, press the number buttons or PROG +/. To hold a page, press /. To reveal hidden information, press /.
Ensure that the system is receiving a good signal, or some text errors may occur. Most TV channels broadcast a Text service. For information on the use of the service, select the index page.
Displays conventional 4:3 broadcasts (e.g., non-wide screen TV) in the correct proportions. 14:9*
Displays 14:9 broadcasts in the correct proportions. As a result, black border areas are visible on the screen. Zoom*
Checking the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)
All Categories Thu 27 May 10:31 11:00 11:30 12:00 Thu 27 May 10:BBC ONE Wales City Hospital Houses Be Bargain Hu Cash in the 002 BBC 2W 003 ITV 1 Wales 006 ITV BBC THREE 008 Channel 4 The The This M i Sch Sch The Daily Politics i This Morning Judge J This is BB From Th News at N i This Morning Sally Jessy Rap This is BBC THREE Self The Vi Teen Big B No Event Information E4 Preview No Event Information Food and D Mat Mat Ready Stea K K K No Event Information Look Look Zig Zag Judge Judy Judge J

Press M/m. Press the red (previous) or green (next) button. Press while selecting a channel. Press again to cancel. Press (OK) while selecting a channel.
4 Press , to select [Yes],
then press confirm. (OK) to
Add or remove channels in the Favourite list

1 Press the blue button.

Channels that are stored in the Favourite list are indicated by a symbol.
Viewing pictures from connected equipment
Switch on the connected equipment, then perform one of the following operation.
For equipment connected to the scart sockets using a fully-wired 21-pin scart lead Start playback on the connected equipment. The picture from the connected equipment appears on the screen. For an auto-tuned VCR (page 15) Press PROG +/, or the number buttons, to select the video channel. You can also press / repeatedly until the correct input symbol (see below) appears on the screen. For other connected equipment Press / repeatedly until the correct input symbol (see below) appears on the screen or press OK to access the Input signal index table. Press , to select an input source, press m/M, then press OK.
1/ 1, 2/ 2: Audio/video or RGB input signal through the scart socket / 1 or 2. appears only if an RGB source has been connected. 4/ 4: Video input signal through the video socket 4, and audio input signal through the audio socket L/G/S/I (MONO), R/D/D/D sockets 4. appears only if the equipment is connected to the S video socket 4 instead of the video socket 4, and S video input signal is input through the S video socket 4. 5: RGB input signal through the PC connectors audio input signal through the socket. 5, and
2 Press M/m to select the
channel you want to add or remove.
3 Press (OK). 4 Press the blue button to
return to the Favourite list.
Remove all channels from the Favourite list
1 Press the blue button. 2 Press the yellow button.
A display appears to confirm that you want to delete all channels from the Favourite list.
3 Press < to select [Yes],
6: Digital audio/video signal is input through the HDMI IN 6 socket. Audio input signal is analogue only if the equipment has been connected using the DVI and audio out socket.
Return to the normal Press DIGITAL or ANALOG. TV operation Access the Input signal index table Press (OK), then press ,. To select an input source, press M/m, then press (OK).

Note about CDs/DVDs

The system can play CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs recorded in the following formats: audio CD format. video CD format. MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files, and DivX video files of format conforming to ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, or its extended format, Joliet. The system can play DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/DVDRWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs recorded in the following formats: MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files and DivX video files of format conforming to UDF (Universal Disc Format).

*1 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. *2 Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. DTS and DTS Digital Surround are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

System sound feature

You can take advantage of this front surround sound simply by selecting one of system's preprogrammed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters into your home.

Sound field indicator

The system

FRONT SURROUND area

x 2CH STEREO
This mode outputs 2 channel sound regardless of the audio signal type being input.

x HP 2CH

SOUND FIELD
This sound field is only for headphones. When you connect headphones, the sound field is HP 2CH only.
* About S-Force PRO Front Surround Sonys long-term involvement in surround technology (and the vast amounts of acoustic data accumulated as a result) has led to the development of all-new processing method and advanced DSP to handle this task effectively, which we call SForce PRO Front Surround. Compared with previous front surround technologies, S-Force PRO Front Surround reproduces a more convincing sense of distance and space, resulting in a true surround sound experience without the need for rear speakers.

Press SOUND FIELD.

The present sound field appears in the front panel display.
Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly until the sound field you want appears in the front panel display.
The selected sound field indicator lights up*.
When the system receives DVD multi-channel signals, the default AUTO setting is FRONT SURROUND. When the system receives CDs or DATA CDs, the AUTO setting is 2CH STEREO. When using headphones, the sound field is HP 2CH regardless of source. When the selected input is other than DVD, the default AUTO setting is 2CH STEREO. The sound field for Super Audio CDs is 2CH STEREO only. The surround effect might be difficult to hear depending on the type of source signals (e.g., digital stereo signals, digital multi signals, etc.) except for DVD multi-channel signals.
* When you press SOUND FIELD and the selected field is AUTO, AUTO and the selected sound field indicator (FRONT SURROUND or 2CH STEREO) light up.

Available sound fields

x AUTO (AUTO MODE)
This mode selects the sound field (FRONT SURROUND or 2CH STEREO) automatically, according to the type of audio signal being input.
x FRONT SURROUND (FRONT SUR)
You can enjoy surround sound in the FRONT SURROUND area, as illustrated below. This sound system employs S-Force PRO Front Surround technology*.

(Picture Navigation)
(DVD VIDEO, VIDEO CD only)
You can divide the screen into 9 subscreens and find the desired scene quickly.
Press PICTURE NAVI during playback.

CHAPTER VIEWER

Press PICTURE NAVI repeatedly to select an item.
[TITLE VIEWER] (DVD VIDEO only) [CHAPTER VIEWER] (DVD VIDEO only) [TRACK VIEWER] (VIDEO CD only)

Opposite direction

2b t 1m t 2m t 3m 3m (DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/DVD-RW/ DivX video/VIDEO CD only) 2b (DVD VIDEO only)
Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may not be able to change the subtitles even if multilingual subtitles are recorded on it. You also may not be able to turn them off. You can change the subtitles if the DivX video file has an.AVI or.DIVX extension and contains subtitle information within the same file.
The first scene of each title, chapter, or track appears as follows.
Press </M/m/, to select a title, chapter, or track, and press (ENTER).
Playback starts from the selected scene.
To return to normal play during setting
Press O RETURN or DVD DISPLAY.
Depending on the disc, you may not be able to select some items.
Displaying various angles and subtitles
Changing the angles (DVD VIDEO only)
If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on a DVD VIDEO, you can change the viewing angle.
Press ANGLE during playback.
Each time you press ANGLE, the angle changes.
Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may not be able to change the angle even if multi-angles are recorded on the DVD VIDEO.
Displaying the subtitles (DVD VIDEO, DVD-VR, DATA CD,DATA DVD only)
If subtitles are recorded on a disc, you can turn the subtitles on or off while playing. If multilingual subtitles are recorded on the disc, you can change the subtitle language while playing, or turn the subtitles on or off whenever you want.
Press SUBTITLE during playback.
Each time you press SUBTITLE, the subtitle language changes. A 4-digit language code number appears. Refer to Language code list on page 78.
You can also select a preset station by entering its number with number buttons, then press (ENTER).
Listening to the FM radio
Preset FM radio stations in the systems memory first (see Presetting FM radio stations (page 36)).

If you have not set a PIN:
Press the number buttons to enter the factory setting PIN of 9999.

2 Press the number

buttons to enter the new PIN code. When requested, press the number buttons to enter the new PIN again for confirmation.
A message appears to inform you that the new PIN has been accepted.

4 Press <.

Tip PIN Code 9999 is always accepted.

Enjoying DivX videos

About DivX video files
DivX is a video file compression technology, developed by DivX, Inc. This product is an official DivX Certified product. You can play DATA CDs and DATA DVDs that contain DivX video files. DATA CDs and DATA DVDs that the system can play Playback of DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CDRWs) and DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD-Rs/ DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs) on this system is subject to certain conditions: With DATA CDs/DATA DVDs that contain DivX video files in addition to MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files, the system plays only the DivX video files. However, this system only plays DATA CDs whose logical format is ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2 or Joliet, and DATA DVDs of Universal Disk Format (UDF). Refer to the instructions supplied with the disc drives and the recording software (not supplied) for details on the recording format. About playback order of data on DATA CDs or DATA DVDs See Playback order of MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files (page 59). 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.
The system may not be able to play some DATA CDs/DATA DVDs created in the Packet Write format.
Navigating through DVDs menu
A DVD is divided into a lot of sections, which make up a picture or music feature. These sections are called titles. When you play a DVD which contains several titles, you can select the title you want using DVD TOP MENU. When you play DVDs that allow you to select items such as the language for the subtitles and the language for the sound, select these items using DVD MENU.
DVD TOP MENU DVD MENU </M/m/, (ENTER)
Press DVD TOP MENU or DVD MENU.
The discs menu appears on the TV screen. The contents of the menu vary from disc to disc.
Press </M/m/, or the number buttons to select the item you want to play or change. Press (ENTER).
DivX video files that the system can play The system can play data that is recorded in DivX format, and which has the extension.AVI, or.DIVX. The system will not play files with the extension.AVI or.DIVX if they do not contain a DivX video.

DVD DISPLAY

4 Total number of chapters*Playback status (N Playback, X Pause, x Stop, etc.) 6 Type of disc being played*Playing time*Current setting 9 Options q; Operation message qa Function name of selected Control Menu item qs Selected item
*1 Displays the scene number for VIDEO CDs (PBC is on), track number for VIDEO CDs/Super Audio CDs/CDs, album number for DATA CDs/DATA DVDs. *2 Displays the index number for VIDEO CDs/Super Audio CDs, MP3 audio track number, or JPEG image file number for DATA CDs/DATA DVDs. *3 Displays Super VCD as SVCD. Displays MP3 in the Control Menu display 1 or JPEG in the Control Menu 2 for DATA CDs/DATA DVDs. *4 Displays the date for JPEG files.
Use the Control Menu to select a function and to view related information. Press DVD DISPLAY repeatedly to turn on or change the Control Menu display as follows:
, Control Menu display 1 m Control Menu display 2 (appears for certain discs only) m Control Menu display off

To turn off the display

Press DVD DISPLAY.

Overview of the menus

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.
List of Control Menu items
Item Item Name, Function, Relevant Disc Type
[TITLE] (page 53)/[SCENE] (page 53)/[TRACK] (page 53)
Selects the title, scene, or track to be played.
[CHAPTER] (page 53)/[INDEX] (page 53)
Selects the chapter or index to be played.

[INDEX] (page 53)

Displays the index and selects the index to be played.

[TRACK] (page 53)

Selects the track to be played.
[ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST] (page 54)
Selects the type of titles (DVD-R/DVD-RW) to be played, the [ORIGINAL] one, or an edited [PLAY LIST].

[TIME/TEXT] (page 53)

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 MP3 track name.

[PROGRAM] (page 56)

Selects the track to play in the order you want.

[SHUFFLE] (page 57)

Plays the track in random order.

[REPEAT] (page 58)

Plays the entire disc (all titles/all tracks/all albums) repeatedly or one title/chapter/track/album repeatedly.
[PARENTAL CONTROL] (page 63)
Sets to prohibit playback on this system.

[SETUP] (page 65)

[QUICK] Setup (page 19) Use Quick Setup to choose the desired DVD language. [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 53)

Selects the album to be played.

In step 2, select

[TIME/TEXT].
[T **:**:**] (playing time of the current title) is selected.

[SCENE]

[T **:**:**] changes to [T --:--:--].
The options for [ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST] appear.
1 (44) 3 ( 28) T 1:30:50 PLAY LIST PLAY LIST ORIGINAL DVD-VR
Input the time code using the number buttons, then press (ENTER).
For example, to find the scene at 2 hours, 10 minutes, and 20 seconds after the beginning, just enter [2:10:20].
When the Control Menu display is turned off, you can search for a chapter (DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/DVD-RW), track (Super Audio CD/CD), or file (DATA CD/DATA DVD (DivX video)) by pressing the number buttons and (ENTER).
Press M/m to select a setting.
[PLAY LIST]: Plays the titles created from [ORIGINAL] for editing. [ORIGINAL]: Plays the titles originally recorded.
You cannot search for a scene on a DVD+R/DVD+RW using the time code.
Selecting [ORIGINAL] or [PLAY LIST] on a DVD-R/DVD-RW
Some DVD-Rs/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.
Viewing information about the disc

TIME/TEXT x

Press DVD DISPLAY. (If a disc is playing, press x to stop playback, then press DVD DISPLAY.)
Viewing the playing time and remaining time in the front panel display
You can check disc information, such as the remaining time, total number of titles in a DVD, tracks in a VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD, CD, or MP3, file name of a DivX video using the front panel display (page 69).
Press M/m to select PLAY LIST], then press

[ORIGINAL/ (ENTER).

Press TIME/TEXT.
Each time you press TIME/TEXT while playing the disc, the display changes 1 t 2 t. t 1 t. When playing a DATA CD/DATA DVD (DivX video) 1 Playing time of the current file 2 Current file name 3 Current album and file number When playing a DVD VIDEO or DVD-R/DVD-RW 1 Playing time and number of the current title 2 Remaining time of the current title 3 Playing time and number of the current chapter 4 Remaining time of the current chapter 5 Disc name 6 Title and chapter When playing a VIDEO CD (without PBC functions), Super Audio CD, or CD 1 Playing time of the current track 2 Remaining time of the current track 3 Playing time of the disc 4 Remaining time of the disc 5 Disc name 6 Track and index*

Playing in random order

(Shuffle Play)

05 06

You can have the system shuffle tracks. Subsequent shuffling may produce a different playing order.
To programme other tracks, repeat steps 4 to 5.
The programmed tracks are displayed in the selected order.
Press H to start Programme Play.
Programme Play starts. PGM appears in the front panel display. When the programme ends, you can restart the same programme again by pressing H.

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).
Press DVD DISPLAY during playback.
To turn off the Control Menu
Press DVD DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu is turned off.

[SHUFFLE],

The options for [SHUFFLE] appear.
To change or cancel a programme
Press M/m to select the item to be shuffled.
x When playing a VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD, or CD
Follow steps 1 to 3 of Creating your own programme. Select the programme number of the track you want to change or cancel using M/m. If you want to delete the track from the programme, press CLEAR.
[TRACK]: Shuffles tracks on the disc.
x When Programme Play is activated
[ON]: Shuffles tracks selected in Programme Play.
Shuffle Play starts. SHUF appears in the front panel display.
Press CLEAR, or select [OFF] in step 3.
[OFF]: Does not play repeatedly. [DISC]: Repeats all of the titles on the disc. [TITLE]: Repeats the current title on a disc. [CHAPTER]: Repeats the current chapter.
You can set Shuffle Play while the system is stopped.
[OFF]: Does not play repeatedly. [DISC]: Repeats all of the tracks on the disc. [TRACK]: Repeats the current track.
x When playing a DATA CD or DATA DVD

Playing repeatedly

(Repeat Play)
You can play all of the titles, tracks or albums on a disc or a single title, chapter, track, or album repeatedly. You can use a combination of Shuffle or Programme Play modes.

x If you have not entered a password
The display for registering a new password appears.
You can set 2 kinds of playback restrictions for the desired disc. Custom Parental Control You can set playback restrictions so that the system will not play inappropriate discs. Parental Control Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be limited according to a predetermined level such as the age of the users. Scenes may be blocked or replaced with different scenes. The same password is used for both Custom Parental Control and Parental Control.

PARENTAL CONTROL

Enter a new 4-digit password, then press ENTER.
Enter a 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press (ENTER). The display for confirming the password appears.
x When you have already registered a password
The display for entering the password appears.
Enter password, then press
Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press (ENTER).
[Custom parental control is set.] appears and the screen returns to the Control Menu.
To turn off the Custom Parental Control function
Follow steps 1 through 3 of Preventing playback of specific discs [CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL]. Press M/m to select [OFF t], then press (ENTER). Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press (ENTER).
Preventing playback of specific discs [CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL]
You can set the same Custom Parental Control password for up to 40 discs. When you set the 41stdisc, the first disc is cancelled.
To play a disc for which Custom Parental Control is set
Insert the disc you want to lock.
If the disc is playing, press x to stop playback.
Insert the disc for which Custom Parental Control is set. The [CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL] display appears.
Press M/m to select CONTROL], then press

[PARENTAL (ENTER).

The options for [PARENTAL CONTROL] appear.

CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL

Custom parental control is already set. To play, enter your password and press ENTER.
Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press (ENTER). The system is ready for playback.

LANGUAGE SETUP OSD: MENU: AUDIO: SUBTITLE: ENGLISH ENGLISH ORIGINAL AUDIO FOLLOW

x [SCREEN SAVER]

The screen saver image appears when you leave the system in pause or stop mode for 15 minutes, or when you play back a Super Audio CD, 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] Turns on the screen saver. Turns off the screen saver.
x [OSD] (On-Screen Display)

x [BACKGROUND]

Switches the display language on the screen.
x [MENU] (DVD VIDEO only)
You can select the desired language for the discs menu.
x [AUDIO] (DVD VIDEO only)
Switches the language of the sound track. When you select [ORIGINAL], the language given priority in the disc is selected.
x [SUBTITLE] (DVD VIDEO only)
The background can be set/displayed during the following: When a DVD or Video CD, DATA CD/DATA DVD (JPEG files) are stopped. When a Super Audio CD, CD, or DATA CD/DATA DVD (MP3 audio) are played back or stopped.
[JACKET PICTURE] The jacket picture (still picture) appears, but only when the jacket picture is already recorded on the disc (CD-EXTRA, etc.). If the disc does not contain a jacket picture, the [GRAPHICS] picture appears. A preset picture stored in the system appears. The background colour is blue. The background colour is black.
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.
If you select [OTHERS t] in [MENU], [AUDIO], and [SUBTITLE], select and enter a language code from Language code list (DVD function only) (page 78) using the number buttons.

[GRAPHICS]

[BLUE] [BLACK]
When you select a language in [MENU], [AUDIO], or [SUBTITLE] that is not recorded on the DVD VIDEO, one of the recorded languages will be automatically selected (depending on the disc, the language may not be selected automatically).

Custom settings

[CUSTOM SETUP]

Settings for the display

[SCREEN SETUP]
Use this to set up playback-related (and other) settings. Select [CUSTOM SETUP] in the Setup Display. To use the display, see Using the Setup Display (page 65).
CUSTOM SETUP AUTO PAUSE MODE: OFF TRACK SELECTION: ON MULTI-DISC RESUME: DivX: Registration Code
Choose the TV screen settings. Select [SCREEN SETUP] in the Setup Display. To use the display, see Using the Setup Display (page 65).
SCREEN SETUP SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND: ON JACKET PICTURE
x [PAUSE MODE] (DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/DVD-RW only)
Selects the picture in pause mode.
[AUTO] The picture, including subjects that move dynamically, is output with no jitter. Normally select this position. The picture, including subjects that do not move dynamically, is output in high resolution.

[FRAME]

x [TRACK SELECTION] (DVD VIDEO only)
Gives the sound track which contains the highest number of channels priority when you play a DVD VIDEO on which multiple audio formats (PCM, DTS, MPEG audio, or Dolby Digital format) are recorded.

[OFF] [AUTO] Notes

When you set the item to [AUTO], the language may change. The [TRACK SELECTION] setting has higher priority than the [AUDIO] settings in [LANGUAGE SETUP] (page 67). (Depending on the disc, this function may not work.) If PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital sound, and MPEG audio tracks have the same number of channels, the system selects PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital sound, and MPEG audio tracks in this order. x [MULTI-DISC RESUME] (DVD VIDEO/VIDEO CD only)
No priority given. Priority given.
Switches the Multi-disc Resume setting on or off.
[ON] Stores the resume settings in memory for up to 40 discs. Does not store the resume settings in memory. Playback restarts at the resume point only for the current disc in the system.

x [DivX]

Displays the registration code for this system. For more information, go to http://www.divx.com on the Internet.
Using the Lift Unit/Front Panel Display Overview of the items
About the indications in the lift unit/front panel display
TITLE CHAP REP REP1 SHUF PGM TUNED ST SA-CD NTSC
5 Lights up when an FM radio station is tuned. (36) 6 Lights up when an FM stereo broadcast is tuned. (36) 7 Lights up when listening the FM radio in monaural effect. (35) 8 Current disc type 9 Lights up when playing NTSC discs (DVD function only).
1 Current surround format (Except for JPEG and Super Audio CD) 2 Playing status (DVD function only) 3 Lights up when the time information of a title or chapter appears in the front panel display. (DVD only) 4 Current play mode

Usable discs 26

VIDEO CD 32 Volume (2) +/ 20

Wide 21

Zoom 22
When transporting the system, follow the protection procedure (page 9).

: OK : Do not hold

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