3-091-712-12 (1) US
DVD Player/
Video Cassette
Recorder
Operating Instructions
For customers in the USA
If you have any questions about your Sony DVD-VCR, you may call Sony Customer
Information Services Company at 1-800-VHS-SONY (847-7669).
For all other Sony product questions, please call Sony Customer Information Services
Company at 1-800-222-SONY (7669).
Or write to: Sony Customer Information Services Company 12451 Gateway
Boulevard Ft. Myers, FL 33913
For Customers in Canada
If this product is not working properly, please call 1-877-602-2008 for Peace of Mind
Warranty Replacement service.
For other product related questions please contact our Customer Information Service
Center at 1-877-899-7669 or write to us at: Customer Information Service 115 Gordon
Baker Road, Toronto, Ontario, M2H 3R6
SLV-D550P!
SLV-D350P
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WARNING
Welcome!
To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not expose the
unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do
not open the cabinet. Refer
servicing to qualified
Thank you for purchasing this
Sony DVD Player/Video Cassette
Recorder. Before operating this
player, please read this manual
thoroughly and retain it for future
reference.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC
SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE
OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
FULLY INSERT.
For customers in the U.S.A
Owner’s Record
personnel only.
To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not place objects
filled with liquids, such as
vases, on the apparatus.
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.
General
Precautions
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with
this product will increase eye
hazard. As the laser beam used in
this DVD player is harmful to eyes,
do not attempt to disassemble the
cabinet.
•
Operate the unit only on
120 V AC, 60 Hz.
This unit is not
Model No. ______________
Serial No.______________
•
disconnected from the AC
power source (mains) as
long as it is connected to
the wall outlet, even if the
unit itself has been turned
off.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any
changes or modifications not
expressly approved in this manual
could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only.
USE OF ANY CONTROLS,
ADJUSTMENTS, OR
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN
THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS
RADIATION EXPOSURE.
•
•
Unplug the unit from the
wall outlet if you do not
intend to use it for an
extended period of time.
To disconnect the cord, pull
it out by the plug, never by
the cord.
Note
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
If the unit is brought
directly from a cold to a
warm location, moisture
may condense inside the
unit and cause damage to
the video head and tape.
When you first install the
unit, or when you move it
from a cold to a warm
location, wait for about
three hours before
This symbol is
intended to alert the
user to the presence
of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage”
within the product’s
enclosure that may be
of sufficient
operating the unit.
•
•
Do not install the unit in a
confined space such as a
book or similar unit.
interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television
reception, which can be
Do not install the unit in an
inclined position. It is
designed to be operated in a
horizontal position only.
Keep the unit and cassettes
away from equipment with
strong magnets, such as
microwave ovens or large
loudspeakers.
magnitude to
determined by turning the
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
equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the
following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the
receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between
the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an
outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is
connected.
•
•
Do not place heavy objects
on the unit.
accompanying the
appliance.
– Consult the dealer or an
experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
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Important Safety
Instructions
DVD Precautions
On safety
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Read these instructions.
•
Caution – The use of optical instruments with
this product will increase eye hazard.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the
apparatus.
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the
cabinet, unplug the player and have it checked
by qualified personnel before operating it any
further.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install
in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
•
•
8
9
Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the
other. A grounding type plug has two blades
and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or
the third prong are provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
On operation
•
If the player is brought directly from a cold to a
warm location, or is placed in a very damp
room, moisture may condense on the lenses
inside the player. Should this occur, the player
may not operate properly. In this case, remove
the disc and leave the player turned on for about
half an hour until the moisture evaporates.
When you move the player, take out any discs.
If you don’t, the disc may be damaged.
•
On adjusting volume when playing
DVD
Do not turn up the volume while listening to a
section with very low level inputs or no audio
signals. If you do, the speakers may be damaged
when a peak level section is played.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
On cleaning discs
Do not use a commercially available cleaning disc.
It may cause a malfunction.
13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.
14 Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such
as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid
has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or
has been dropped.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Caution: This player is capable of holding a
still video image or on-screen display image
on your television screen indefinitely. If you
leave the still video image or on-screen display
image displayed on your TV for an extended
period of time you risk permanent damage to
your television screen. Projection televisions
are especially susceptible to this.
Important Safety Instructions 3
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SLV-D550P/SLV-D350P
Corrections
Please correct the supplied Operating Instructions as follows:
“AUDIO SETUP” menu (page 65)
Incorrect
Correct
AUDIO SETUP
AUDIO SETUP
Dolby Digital
DTS
Audio DRC
Dolby Digital
DTS
Audio DRC
[ D-PCM ]
[ Off ]
[ Wide Range ]
[ D-PCM ]
[ Off ]
[ Standard ]
V
v
B
b
V
v
B
b
SET UP
RETURN SET UP
RETURN
Menu choices • Audio DRC (Dynamic Range Control) (Page 66)
Incorrect
Gives you the feeling of being at alive performance.
Wide Range
TV Mode
Makes the low sounds clear even if you turn the volume down.
Correct
Standard
Normally select this position.
Wide Range
Gives you the feeling of being at alive performance.
DVD Troubleshooting “The sound volume is low.” (page 113)
Incorrect
The sound volume is low on some DVDs. The sound volume may improve if you set
“Audio DRC” to “TV Mode” (page 66).
Correct
The sound volume is low on some DVDs. The sound volume may improve if you set “Audio
DRC” to “Wide Range” (page 66).
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Table of contents
WARNING
Welcome!
General Precautions
Important Safety Instructions
DVD Precautions
About this manual
This player can play the following discs
Notes about discs
9 Step 1 : Unpacking
10 Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander
13 Step 3 : Basic hookups
20 Step 4 : Selecting a language
22 Step 5 : Setting the clock
26 Step 6 : Presetting channels
33 Playing discs
61 A/V Receiver hookup
37 Guide to the on-screen display
40 Locking the disc tray (Child Lock)
41 Playing a tape
63 S-Video/Component Video hookup
DVD Settings and
Adjustments
44 Recording TV programs
47 Recording TV programs using the
65 Audio Setup
67 Screen Setup
71 Setting the display or sound track
timer
50 Recording TV programs using the
Dial Timer (SLV-D550P only)
language
55 Recording TV programs using the
VCR Plus+® system (SLV-D550P
only)
73 Parental Control (limiting playback
by children)
58 Checking/changing/canceling timer
settings
60 Locking the DVD-VCR (Child Lock)
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Caution
76 Using the DVD’s menu
78 Zooming into a scene
79 Changing the angles
80 Displaying the subtitle
(Program play, Shuffle play, Repeat
play)
For use of the VCR
Television programs, films, video tapes and
other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such material may
be contrary to the provisions of the copyright
laws. Also, use of this recorder with cable
television transmission may require
authorization from the cable television
transmission and/or program owner.
86 Changing the sound
For use of the DVD player
87 Virtual surround setting
89 Playing an MP3 audio track
93 Playing JPEG image files
This product incorporates copyright
protection technology that is protected by
U.S. patents and other intellectual property
rights. Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authorized by
Macrovision, and is intended for home and
other limited viewing uses only unless
otherwise authorized by Macrovision.
Reverse engineering or disassembly is
prohibited.
97 Playing VIDEO CDs with “PBC ON/
OFF” Functions
99 Quick Timer Recording
100 Recording stereo and bilingual
programs
101 Searching using various functions
103 Adjusting the picture (tracking)
104 Changing menu options
106 Editing with another VCR
108 General setup information
112 Troubleshooting
117 Glossary
119 Specifications
120 Index to parts and controls
125 DVD Audio/Subtitle Language
126 Index
* VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are registered
trademarks of Gemstar Development
Corporation.
The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under
license from Gemstar Development Corporation.
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About this manual
This player can play the
following discs
Check your model name
The instructions in this manual are for the 2
models: SLV-D550P and SLV-D350P. Check
your model name by looking at the rear
panel of your DVD-VCR.
Format of discs
DVD VIDEO
SLV-D550P is the model used for illustration
purposes. Any difference in operation is
clearly indicated in the text, for example,
“SLV-D550P only”.
DVD-RW
VIDEO CD
• This manual mainly explains operations
using the remote, but the same operations can
also be performed using the buttons on the
DVD-VCR having the same or similar
names.
Music CD
•
“DVD” may be used as a general term for DVD
VIDEOs, DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs, and DVD+RWs/
DVD+Rs.
•
The meaning of the icons used in this manual is
described below:
“DVD VIDEO” and “DVD-RW” are trademarks.
Icon
Meaning
Region code
Functions available for DVD
VIDEOs and DVD-RWs/DVD-
Rs in video mode or DVD+RWs/
DVD+Rs
Your player has a region code printed on the back
of the unit and only will play DVD VIDEO discs
(playback only) labeled with identical region codes.
This system is used to protect copyrights.
Functions available for DVD-
RWs in VR (Video Recording)
mode
ALL
DVDs labeled
will also play on this player.
If you try to play any other DVD VIDEO, the
message “Playback prohibited by area limitations.”
will appear on the TV screen. Depending on the
DVD VIDEO, no region code indication may be
labeled even though playing the DVD VIDEO is
prohibited by area restrictions.
Functions available for VIDEO
CDs, Super VCDs or CD-Rs/CD-
RWs in video CD format or Super
VCD format
Functions available for DATA
CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-
RWs containing MP3* audio
tracks or JPEG files)
SLV-DXXXX
NO.
Functions available for music
CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music
CD format
X
Region code
Functions available for VHS
VIDEOs
* MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format
defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio
data.
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Notes about discs
• To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its
edge. Do not touch the surface.
• Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or
heat sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in
a car parked in direct sunlight as the
temperature may rise considerably inside the
car.
• After playing, store the disc in its case.
• Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth.
Wipe the disc from the center out.
Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner,
commercially available cleaners, or anti-static
spray intended for vinyl LPs.
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Getting Started
Step 1 : Unpacking
Check that you have received the following items with the DVD-VCR:
• Remote commander
• 75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type
connectors
• Size AA (R6) batteries
• Audio/video cord
(pinplug ×3 y pinplug ×3)
Note
•
The supplied remote commander is for the exclusive use of this DVD-VCR.
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Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander
Inserting the batteries
Insert two size AA (R6) batteries
by matching the + and – on the
batteries to the diagram inside the
battery compartment.
Insert the negative (–) end first,
then push in and down until the
positive (+) end clicks into
position.
Remote sensor
Using the remote
commander
You can use this remote
commander to operate this DVD-
VCR and a Sony TV. Buttons on
the remote commander marked
with an orange dot (•) can be used
to operate your Sony TV.
TV /
If the TV does not have the
symbol near the remote sensor, this
remote commander will not
operate the TV.
DVD·VIDEO
SELECT
VIDEO
SELECT
DVD
To operate
Set TV / DVD·VIDEO to
the DVD player DVD·VIDEO, then press SELECT DVD and point at the remote sensor at
the DVD-VCR
the VCR
DVD·VIDEO, then press SELECT VIDEO and point at the remote sensor
at the DVD-VCR
your TV
TV and point at the remote sensor at your TV
Notes
•
•
With normal use, the batteries should last about three to six months.
If you do not use the remote commander for an extended period of time, remove the batteries
to avoid possible damage from battery leakage.
•
•
•
•
•
Do not use a new battery with an old one.
Do not use different types of batteries.
Do not leave the remote commander 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 lighting apparatus. Doing so
may cause a malfunction.
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Controlling other TVs with the remote commander
The remote commander is preprogrammed to control non-Sony TVs. If your TV is
listed in the following table, set the appropriate manufacturer’s code number.
Set TV / DVD·VIDEO at the top of the remote commander to TV.
1
Hold down ?/1, and enter your TV’s code number using the number buttons.
2 Then release ?/1.
Now you can use the ?/1, VOL +/–, CH +/–, MUTING*, TV/VIDEO and ENTER*
buttons to control your TV. You can also use the buttons marked with a dot (•) to
control a Sony TV. To control the DVD-VCR, reset TV / DVD·VIDEO to
DVD·VIDEO.
* for Sony TV only
Code numbers of controllable TVs
If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find
the one that works with your TV.
TV brand
Sony
Code number
TV brand
Panasonic
Philco
Code number
06, 19
03, 04
08
01
Akai
04
AOC
04
Philips
Pioneer
Portland
Quasar
Radio Shack
RCA
Centurion
Coronado
Curtis-Mathes
Daewoo
12
16
03
03
12
06, 18
05, 14
04, 10
12
22
Daytron
12
Emerson
Fisher
03, 04, 14
11
Sampo
Sanyo
11
General Electric
LG/Gold Star
Hitachi
06, 10
03, 04, 17
02, 03
04, 12
09
Scott
12
Sears
07, 10, 11
03, 05, 18
08, 12
03, 08, 14
07
Sharp
J.C.Penney
JVC
Sylvania
Teknika
Toshiba
Wards
KMC
03
Magnavox
Marantz
MGA/Mitsubishi
NEC
03, 08, 12
04, 13
04, 12, 13, 17
04, 12
03, 04, 12
12
Yorx
Zenith
15
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Notes
•
•
If you enter a new code number, the code number previously entered will be erased.
If the TV uses a different remote control system from the one programmed to work with the
DVD-VCR, you cannot control your TV with the remote commander.
•
When you replace the batteries of the remote commander, the code number may change. Set
the appropriate code number every time you replace the batteries.
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Step 3 : Basic hookups
Before you get started
• Be sure to disconnect the AC power cord of each component before connecting.
• Turn off the power to all equipment.
• Do not connect the AC power cords until all of the connections are completed. If
you connect the AC power cord before the connections are completed, you may not
be able to use the Plug and Play function.
• Be sure you make connections firmly. Loose connections may cause picture
distortion.
• If your TV does not match any of the examples provided, see your nearest Sony
dealer or qualified technician.
Selecting the best hookup option
There are many ways in which your DVD-VCR can be hooked up. To hook up your
DVD-VCR so that it works best for you, first scan through the table below. Then use
the accompanying diagrams and procedures on the following pages to set up your
DVD-VCR.
Then follow one of the hookups below. If your TV does not have A/V inputs, go
directly to one of the hookups below.
If you have
Use
Refer to
Antenna only, no cable TV
Hookup 1
(Plug and Play)
No cable box or cable box with only a
few scrambled channels
Hookup 2
(Plug and Play)
Page 19
Cable box with many scrambled
channels
Hookup 3
After you have completed the connections, follow the instructions for setup.
After you have completed the setup, you are ready to use your DVD-VCR.
Procedures differ depending on the hookup you used.
Caution
Connections between the DVD-VCR’s VHF/UHF connector and the antenna terminals of the
TV receiver should be made only as shown in the following instructions. Failure to do so may
result in operation that violates the regulations of the Federal Communications Commission
regarding the use and operation of RF devices. Never connect the output of the DVD-VCR to an
antenna or make simultaneous (parallel) antenna and DVD-VCR connections at the antenna
terminals of your receiver.
Note to CATV system installer (in USA)
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820- 40 of the
NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable
ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable
entry as practical.
continued
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Audio/video (A/V) hookup
If your TV has audio/video (A/V) input jacks, you will get better picture and sound if
you hook up your DVD-VCR using these connections. If your TV does not have A/V
Hookups” (page 61) explains additional hookup methods that will optimize the
picture and sound for a true “hometheater” experience.
If you are not planning to use your DVD-VCR to record programs, you only need to
make the connections shown on this page. If you want to record regular or cable TV
programs, complete these connections first, and then go to the following pages for
antenna or cable hookups.
A Use this hookup if your TV has stereo jacks
DVD-VCR
Stereo receiver
TV
Audio/video cord
(supplied)
Audio cord (not supplied)
B Use this hookup if your TV does not have stereo jacks
DVD-VCR
Stereo receiver
TV
Video cord
(not supplied)
Audio cord (not supplied)
Notes
•
•
To play a tape/disc in stereo, you must use the A/V connection.
If you do not have a stereo receiver, connect the white LINE OUT/AUDIO L jack to the
AUDIO IN jack on your TV.
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Hookup 1 (Plug and Play)
Antenna hookup
Make the following connections if you are using an antenna (if you do not have cable
TV).
A Use this hookup if you are using:
• VHF/UHF antenna (you get channels 2–13 and channels 14 and higher)
• UHF-only antenna (you get channels 14 and higher)
• Separate VHF and UHF antennas
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF
Match the type of
A
connector on your
TV: A, B, or C.
or
or
VHF
DVD-VCR
B
UHF
VHF
C
UHF
B Use this hookup if you are using a VHF-only antenna (you get
channels 2–13 only)
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF
A
Match the type of
connector on your
TV: A, B, or C.
or
or
DVD-VCR
VHF
For connector
types B and C, no
UHF connection is
required.
B
UHF
VHF
C
UHF
If you cannot connect your antenna cable to the DVD-VCR directly
If your antenna cable is a flat cable (300-ohm twin lead cable), attach an external
antenna connector (not supplied) so you can connect the cable to the IN connector. If
you have separate cables for VHF and UHF antennas, you should use a U/V band
mixer (not supplied) (page 111).
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Hookup 1 : DVD-VCR setup
Plug the DVD-VCR into an AC outlet.
The DVD-VCR automatically presets the DVD-VCR’s clock and TV channels
when the DVD-VCR is plugged into the AC outlet.
to AC outlet
AC power cord
The DVD-VCR starts presetting the
clock and channels.
When Auto preset is completed, the
current time appears in the display
window.
You have now completed DVD-VCR setup.
To change the on-screen display language to French or Spanish, see
The clock is set using a time signal provided by some TV channels. If the clock
is incorrect, or “--:--” appears in the display window, see “Using Manual Clock
To add or disable channels manually, see “Presetting/disabling channels
Notes
•
If you connect the AC power cord before the antenna connections are completed, the channels
•
•
Do not press any buttons on the DVD-VCR or remote commander during Auto preset.
Auto preset starts automatically only when you plug in the AC power cord for the first time
after you purchase the DVD-VCR.
•
Auto preset can be performed by pressing x on the unit continuously for 5 seconds or more
with the DVD-VCR power turned off.
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Hookup 2 (Plug and Play)
You have no cable box, or a cable box with only a few
scrambled channels
Recommended use
Use this hookup if you do not have a cable box. Also use this hookup if your cable
system scrambles only a few channels.
What you can do with this hookup
• Record any unscrambled channel by selecting the channel on the VCR
What you cannot do
• Record scrambled channels that require a cable box
DVD-VCR
Rear of TV
Wall
VHF/UHF
A
Match the type
of connector
on your TV: A,
B, or C.
or
or
VHF
B
For connector
types B and C,
no UHF
connection is
required.
UHF
VHF
Connect this cable
directly to your TV if
you do not have a
cable box.
Cable box
C
UHF
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Hookup 2 : DVD-VCR setup
Plug the DVD-VCR into an AC outlet.
The DVD-VCR automatically presets the DVD-VCR’s clock and TV channels
when the DVD-VCR is plugged into the AC outlet.
to AC outlet
AC power cord
The DVD-VCR starts presetting the
clock and channels.
When Auto preset is completed, the
current time appears in the display
window.
You have now completed DVD-VCR setup.
To change the on-screen display language to French or Spanish, see
The clock is set using a time signal provided by some TV channels. If the clock
is incorrect, or “--:--” appears in the display window, see “Using Manual Clock
To add or disable channels manually, see “Presetting/disabling channels
Notes
•
If you connect the AC power cord before the antenna connections are completed, the channels
•
•
Do not press any buttons on the DVD-VCR or remote commander during Auto preset.
Auto preset starts automatically only when you plug in the AC power cord for the first time
after you purchase the DVD-VCR.
•
Auto preset can be performed by pressing x on the unit continuously for 5 seconds or more
with the DVD-VCR power turned off.
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Hookup 3
Connecting a cable box with many scrambled channels
Recommended use
Use this hookup if your cable system scrambles all or most channels.
What you can do with this hookup
• Record any channel by selecting the channel on the cable box
What you cannot do
• Record with the cable box turned off
• Record one channel while watching another channel
Cable box
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF
Wall
A
Match the type of
connector on your
TV: A, B, or C.
or
or
VHF
B
For connector
types B and C, no
UHF connection
is required.
UHF
VHF
C
DVD-VCR
UHF
After you have completed hookup…
After you have completed hookup, plug the DVD-VCR into an AC outlet and see
to AC outlet
AC power cord
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Step 4 : Selecting a language
You can change the on-screen display
language.
SET UP
Before you start…
• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.
• To control the DVD-VCR, set TV /
DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO on the
• Set the “RF Output Channel” to “3CH” or
“4CH” in “OPTION SETUP” menu
DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set the
TV to video input.
V/v
ENTER
• If the DVD player is in play mode, you
cannot display the setup menu. Stop the
DVD playback.
Press SET UP, then press V/v to select
(OPTION) and press ENTER.
OPTION SETUP
:English
1
Language
Clock Set/Adjust
Channel Setup
Auto Power Off
[ Off ]
RF Output Channel [3CH]
V v
ENTER RETURN SET UP
Press V/v to select “Language”, then press
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE
2
ENTER.
B
English
Español
Français
The “LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE”
menu appears.
V v
ENTER RETURN SET UP
Press V/v to select the desired language, English, Spanish or French, then
press ENTER.
3
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Press SET UP to exit the menu.
4
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Step 5 : Setting the clock
Using the Auto Clock Set
feature
SET UP
Some TV and cable channels transmit time
signals with their broadcasts. Your DVD-
VCR can pick up this time signal to
automatically set the clock.
The Auto Clock Set feature works only if a
channel in your area is broadcasting a time
signal. If broadcasters in your area are not
yet sending time signals, set the time
V/v/B/b
ENTER
Before you start…
O RETURN
• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.
When using a cable box, turn it on.
• To control the DVD-VCR, set TV /
DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO on the
• Set the “RF Output Channel” to “3CH” or
“4CH” in “OPTION SETUP” menu
DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set the
TV to video input.
• If the DVD player is in play mode, you
cannot display the setup menu. Stop the
DVD playback.
Press SET UP, then press V/v to select
(OPTION) and press ENTER.
OPTION SETUP
1
:English
Language
Clock Set/Adjust
Channel Setup
Auto Power Off
[ Off ]
RF Output Channel [3CH]
V v
ENTER RETURN SET UP
Press V/v to select “Clock Set/Adjust”, then
CLOCK SET/ADJUST
2
press ENTER.
Auto
Manual
The “CLOCK SET/ADJUST” menu appears.
V v
ENTER RETURN SET UP
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Press V/v to select “Auto”, then press
CLOCK SET/ADJUST
3
4
ENTER.
Clock data CH
[ Auto ]
[ Auto ]
[ Auto ]
Time zone
Daylight saving
V v B b
RETURN SET UP
Press V/v to select the item you want, then press B/b to make the setting.
• For “Clock data CH”
Leave the setting to “Auto” to have the
CLOCK SET/ADJUST
Clock data CH
Time zone
Daylight saving
[ 123 ]
[ Auto ]
[ Auto ]
DVD-VCR automatically search for a
channel that carries a time signal. Press B/b
to select a channel that carries a time signal.
Use this option if you know of a channel that
carries a time signal. Most PBS member
stations broadcast a time signal. For the
fastest response, select your local PBS
station.
V v B b
RETURN SET UP
• For “Time zone”
CLOCK SET/ADJUST
Select the time zone of your area, or select
“Auto” to have the DVD-VCR automatically
set your time zone.
Clock data CH
[ Auto ]
[ Pac. ]
[ Auto ]
Time zone
Daylight saving
The options are:
Auto y Atl. (Atlantic) y East (Eastern)
y Cen. (Central) y Mtn. (Mountain) y
Pac. (Pacific) y Alas (Alaska) y
Haw. (Hawaii) y Auto
V v B b
RETURN SET UP
• For “Daylight saving”
CLOCK SET/ADJUST
Select “Yes” or “No” (standard time), or
“Auto” to have the DVD-VCR automatically
set the daylight saving time.
Clock data CH
Time zone
Daylight saving
[ Auto ]
[ Auto ]
[ No ]
V v B b
RETURN SET UP
Press O RETURN, then press SET UP to exit the menu.
5
6
To activate the Auto Clock Set function, turn off the DVD-VCR.
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•
The clock cannot be set automatically if you do not receive a channel that carries a time
•
If there are only a few channels in your area that carry time signals, setting the clock
automatically may take up to about 20 minutes. If nothing happens even after you wait about
•
•
•
If you made Hookup 3, make sure you leave the cable box on.
To record TV programs using the timer, you must set the clock accurately.
The clock display appears when VIDEO mode is selected with no tape inserted or when the
DVD-VCR is turned off.
Using Manual Clock Set
Before you start…
SET UP
• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.
• To control the DVD-VCR, set TV /
DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO on the
• Set the “RF Output Channel” to “3CH” or
“4CH” in “OPTION SETUP” menu
DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set the
TV to video input.
V/v/B/b
ENTER
• If the DVD player is in play mode, you
cannot display the setup menu. Stop the
DVD playback.
Press SET UP, then press V/v to select
(OPTION) and press ENTER.
OPTION SETUP
1
:English
Language
Clock Set/Adjust
Channel Setup
Auto Power Off
[ Off ]
RF Output Channel [3CH]
V v
ENTER RETURN SET UP
Press V/v to select “Clock Set/Adjust”, then
CLOCK SET/ADJUST
2
press ENTER.
Auto
Manual
The “CLOCK SET/ADJUST” menu appears.
V v
ENTER RETURN SET UP
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Press V/v to select “Manual”, then press
CLOCK SET/ADJUST
Date Year
3
4
5
6
ENTER.
Time
A
12:00
1/01 2004 Thu
M
V v B b
ENTER RETURN SET UP
CLOCK SET/ADJUST
Press V/v to set the hour.
Time
12:00
Date Year
1/01 2004 Thu
A
M
V v B b
ENTER RETURN SET UP
CLOCK SET/ADJUST
Press b to select the minutes and set the
minutes by pressing V/v.
Time
12:00
Date Year
1/01 2004 Thu
A
M
V v B b
ENTER RETURN SET UP
CLOCK SET/ADJUST
Set the month, day, and year in sequence by
pressing b to select the item to be set, and
press V/v to select the digits, then press b.
Time
12:00
Date Year
10/06 2004 Wed
A
M
The day of the week is set automatically.
V v B b
ENTER RETURN SET UP
Press ENTER to confirm the setting.
7
8
Press SET UP to exit the menu.
Tip
•
To change the digits while setting, press B to return to the item to be changed, and select the
digits by pressing V/v.
Notes
•
•
To record TV programs using the timer, you must set the clock accurately.
The clock display appears when VIDEO mode is selected with no tape inserted or when the
DVD-VCR is turned off.
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Step 6 : Presetting channels
This DVD-VCR is capable of receiving VHF
channels 2 to 13, UHF channels 14 to 69 and
unscrambled CATV channels 1 to 125. First,
we recommend that you preset the receivable
channels in your area using automatic
SET UP
presetting methods. Then, if there are any
unwanted channels, disable them manually.
If you have already decided which channels
you wish to preset, set them directly using
V/v/B/b
ENTER
Presetting all receivable
channels automatically
Before you start…
• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.
When using a cable box, turn it on.
• To control the DVD-VCR, set TV /
DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO on the
• Set the “RF Output Channel” to “3CH” or
“4CH” in “OPTION SETUP” menu
DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set the
TV to video input.
• If the DVD player is in play mode, you
cannot display the setup menu. Stop the
DVD playback.
Press SET UP, then press V/v to select
(OPTION) and press ENTER.
OPTION SETUP
1
:English
Language
Clock Set/Adjust
Channel Setup
Auto Power Off
[ Off ]
RF Output Channel [3CH]
V v
ENTER RETURN SET UP
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Press V/v to select “Channel Setup”, then
CHANNEL SETUP
[ Cable TV ]
Auto Channel Memory
Channel Add/Delete
Guide Channel Setup
2
press ENTER.
Ant/Cable
The “CHANNEL SETUP” menu appears.
V v B b
RETURN SET UP
Press V/v to select “Ant/Cable.”
3
4
• To preset cable TV channels:
Press B/b to select “Cable TV.”
CHANNEL SETUP
[ Cable TV ]
Ant/Cable
Auto Channel Memory
Channel Add/Delete
Guide Channel Setup
V v B b
RETURN SET UP
• To preset VHF and UHF channels:
Press B/b to select “Antenna.”
CHANNEL SETUP
[ Antenna ]
Auto Channel Memory
Channel Add/Delete
Guide Channel Setup
Ant/Cable
V v B b
RETURN SET UP
Press V/v to select “Auto Channel Memory,”
then press ENTER.
AUTO CH MEMORY
5
Memorizing
All receivable channels are preset in numerical
sequence. When no more receivable channels
can be found, presetting stops and the picture
from the lowest numbered channel is displayed
on the TV screen.
Please Wait
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Presetting/disabling channels manually
Before you start…
• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.
When using a cable box, turn it on.
• To control the DVD-VCR, set TV /
DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO on the
CH +/–
• Set the “RF Output Channel” to “3CH” or
“4CH” in “OPTION SETUP” menu
DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set the
TV to video input.
Number
buttons
• If the DVD player is in play mode, you
cannot display the setup menu. Stop the
DVD playback.
SET UP
V/v/B/b
ENTER
O RETURN
Press SET UP, then press V/v to select
(OPTION) and press ENTER.
OPTION SETUP
1
:English
Language
Clock Set/Adjust
Channel Setup
Auto Power Off
[ Off ]
RF Output Channel [3CH]
V v
ENTER RETURN SET UP
Press V/v to select “Channel Setup”, then
CHANNEL SETUP
2
press ENTER.
Ant/Cable
[ Cable TV ]
Auto Channel Memory
Channel Add/Delete
Guide Channel Setup
The “CHANNEL SETUP” menu appears.
V v B b
RETURN SET UP
Press V/v to select “Channel Add/Delete,” then press ENTER.
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To preset/disable a channel:
4
Channel to be preset
1 Press CH +/– or number buttons to enter
the channel number.
2 Press B/b to select “ADD” (in memory)
or “DELETE” (deleted).
CHANNEL ADD/DELETE
Select channel:
(in memory)
3 Press ENTER.
and press
press
to ADD
to DELETE
Channel to be disabled
CHANNEL ADD/DELETE
Select channel:
(deleted)
and press
press
to ADD
to DELETE
Press O RETURN to confirm the setting.
5
6
Press SET UP to exit the menu.
Note
If you have not preset channels automatically, you cannot preset/disable channels manually.
•
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Step 7 : Setting up the VCR Plus+® system
(SLV-D550P only)
How the VCR Plus+ system works
Example of “PlusCode”
Whenever you want to record a TV program,
all you need to do is look up the “PlusCode”
PlusCode
number, a number assigned to each program
published in the TV section of most
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2
5:30
6:30
MOVIE Musical (2hrs.) 33044
SPORT Golf (1hr. 25min.) 42060
newspapers, cable TV listings, and even TV
GUIDE magazine. Then, just enter the
PlusCode number of the program you want
and the VCR is automatically programmed to
record that show. It’s that simple.
CNN
WS 9974
2
5
3
4
DRAMA Comedy (2hrs.) 17390
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(1hr. 15min.) 73457
How to set up your VCR
Example of “Channel Line-up Chart”
Setting up your VCR involves coordinating
the TV channel number (the number you turn
to on your TV or VCR to watch a program)
with the guide channel (the number that is
assigned to that channel in your program
guide).
CABLE
CH
VCR Plus+
CABLE TV
GUIDE CH
16
17
20
21
22
25
34
35
5
AMC American Movie Classics
BRV Bravo (program grid only)
CNN Cable News Network
CSP C-SPAN
35
54
42
28
53
37
34
47
33
46
45
48
38
59
70
41
43
58
49
52
44
To find the guide channel numbers, look at
the “Channel Line-up Chart” in the program
guide for your area that features VCR
PlusCode numbers. It usually looks like the
example to the right.
DIS The Disney Channel
DSC The Discovery Channel
ESN ESPN
FAM The Family Channel
HBO Home Box Office
LIF Lifetime
27
29
30
31
38
39
45
17
44
49
50
51
To set the guide channels, use the Channel
Line-up Chart to check that the guide channel
numbers match the TV channel your VCR
receives. For example, if HBO is listed in the
Channel Line-up Chart as channel 33, and
your VCR receives HBO on channel 5, you
need to coordinate these numbers using the
following procedure. If the guide and TV
channel numbers are the same, you can skip
this procedure.
MAX Cinemax
MTV Music Television
NIK Nickelodeon
SC Sports Channel
SCA Sports Channel America
SHO Showtime
TBS TBS SuperStation
TMC The Movie Channel
TNN The Nashville Network
TNT Turner Network Television
USA USA Network
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SET UP
V/v/B/b
ENTER
O RETURN
Press SET UP, then press V/v to select
OPTION SETUP
1
2
(OPTION) and press ENTER.
:English
Language
Clock Set/Adjust
Channel Setup
Auto Power Off
[ Off ]
RF Output Channel [3CH]
V v
ENTER RETURN SET UP
Press V/v to select “Channel Setup”, then
press ENTER.
CHANNEL SETUP
Ant/Cable
[ Cable TV ]
Auto Channel Memory
Channel Add/Delete
Guide Channel Setup
The “CHANNEL SETUP” menu appears.
V v B b
RETURN SET UP
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Press V/v to select “Guide Channel Setup,”
then press ENTER.
GUIDE CHANNEL SETUP
[GUIDE CH]
3
[TV CH]
Enter actual
receiving channel
V v B b
RETURN SET UP
The upper row shows VCR Plus+ guide channels and the lower row shows
TV channels or cable box out put channels. Press B/b to select the channel
number that does not match the guide channel.
4
5
on your TV (and VCR), then press V/v.
(usually 2, 3, or 4), then press V/v.
Repeat steps 4 and 5 for each channel number that does not match.
6
7
Press O RETURN to confirm the setting.
Press SET UP to exit the menu.
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Basic Operations
Playing discs
Depending on the disc, some operations may
be different or restricted. Refer to the
operating instructions supplied with your
disc.
?/1
Z
Before you start ...
• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.
• Switch the input selector on your TV so
that the signal from the player appears on
the TV screen.
• Set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO,
then press SELECT DVD to control the
/
m/M y
./ >
X PAUSE
x STOP
H PLAY
Press Z to open the disc tray and
place a disc on the disc tray.
1
with the playback
side facing down
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Press H PLAY.
2
The disc tray closes and the
DVD player starts playback.
The display window shows the
playback time*.
Hour Minute Second
Depending on the disc, a menu
may appear on the TV screen.
* “– – – – –” appears when no disc is loaded.
Additional tasks
To
Press
Stop play
x STOP
X PAUSE
H PLAY
SKIP
Pause play*1
Resume play after pause
Go to the next frame in pause mode
Go to the next chapter, track, or scene > NEXT on the remote or M on the unit
in continuous play mode
Go back to the previous chapter, track, . PREV on the remote or m on the unit
or scene in continuous play mode
Replay the previous scene in
continuous play mode*2
(Instant Replay)
REPLAY
SKIP
Briefly fast forward the current scene
in continuous play mode*3
(Instant Advance)
Stop play and remove the disc
Z
*1 If you pause the DVD player for more than 5 minutes, the DVD player will automatically
stop.
*2 For DVD VIDEOs and the DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs only
*3 For DVD VIDEOs and the DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs or DVD+RWs only
Tips
•
The Instant Replay function is useful when you want to review a scene or dialog that you
missed.
•
The Instant Advance function is useful when you want to pass over a scene that you don’t
want to watch.
Notes
•
•
You may not be able to use the Instant Replay or Instant Advance function with some scenes.
Switching between original (ORG) and play list (PL) within a disc recorded in VR mode is
possible only while the disc is stopped. Press TOP MENU to switch between ORG and PL.
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To Resume playback for the current disc (Resume Play)
The DVD player remembers the point where you stopped the disc even if the DVD
player enters standby mode by pressing ?/1.
While playing a disc, press x STOP to stop playback.
1
2
Press H PLAY.
The DVD player starts playback from the point where you stopped the disc in
Step 1.
Tip
•
To begin playback from the top of the disc, press x STOP twice then press H PLAY.
To locate a point quickly by playing a disc in fast forward or fast reverse
in continuous play mode
Press m or M on the remote.
Each time you press the button, the playback speed changes as follows.
• DVD:
PLAY t FF1/FR1 t FF2/FR2 t FF3/FR3 t FF4/FR4 t FF5/FR5 t
FF6/FR6
• CD, MP3 and VIDEO CD:
PLAY t FF1/FR1 t FF2/FR2 t FF3/FR3
When you find the point you want, press H PLAY.
Note
•
The fast reverse operation may not be possible for CD, MP3 and VIDEO CD depending on
the recording method.
To locate a point quickly in continuous play mode (CD and MP3 only)
During playback, hold down m or M on the unit.
The playback speed changes as follows.
PLAY t FF1/FR1 t FF2/FR2 t FF3/FR3
Note
•
The fast reverse operation may not be possible for CD, MP3 and VIDEO CD depending on
the recording method.
To watch slow motion in continuous play mode (DVD and VIDEO CD
only)
Press X PAUSE, then press
or y. With each press, the playback speed changes
cyclically as follows.
* You can not watch reverse slow motion with DVD-RW in VR mode. Reverse slow motion
playback also may not be possible for some VIDEO CDs depending on the recording
method.
To resume normal playback, press H PLAY.
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Tip
To make a video timer reservation during DVD playback, we recommend performing the
•
Notes
•
•
•
Do not perform VIDEO playback while playing back a disc.
If you play a DVD or VIDEO CD that has scratches, the player may stop playback at the
point of the scratch.
•
•
Except for during normal play or FF1 play, no sound is output.
Discs recorded in VR mode with Once Copy signal cannot be played because of copyright
protection.
•
Playback of play lists longer than 10 hours recorded in VR mode is not guaranteed.
Notes on playing DTS* sound tracks on a CD
•
When playing DTS-encoded CDs, excessive noise will be heard from the analog stereo jacks.
To avoid possible damage to the audio system, the consumer should take proper precautions
when the analog stereo jacks of the DVD player are connected to an amplification system. To
enjoy DTS Digital Surround™ playback, an external 5.1-channel decoder system must be
connected to the digital jack of the DVD player.
•
•
CD (page 86).
Do not play DTS sound tracks without first connecting the DVD player to an audio
component having a built-in DTS decoder. The DVD player outputs the DTS signal via the
“AUDIO SETUP” menu (page 65), and may affect your ears or cause your speakers to be
damaged.
Notes on playing DVDs with a DTS sound track
•
•
•
DTS audio signals are output only through the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL or
OPTICAL) jack.
menu (page 65).
“On” in “AUDIO SETUP” menu (page 65). A loud noise may come out from the speakers,
affecting your ears or causing the speakers to be damaged.
* “DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
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Guide to the on-screen display
You can check disc information during
playback.
Number buttons
The displayed contents differ according to
the type of disc being played.
V/v/B/b
ENTER
O RETURN
DISPLAY
Press DISPLAY during playback. The following information appears; type of disc,
current title/track, chapter, counter position, voice language, subtitle language and
the abbreviation of the language.
Type of disc
Current title/track number
1/3
Current chapter number
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Counter position
Voice language
Subtitle language
Standard
Custom AV Mode
V v B b
0
~
9
ENTER
Note
You cannot select disc information items when the disc is stopped.
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To playback the desired title/track or chapter
You can playback the desired title/track or chapter using
this menu.
Press V/v during playback to select the desired item.
1/3
1
2
3
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Press B/b to change the item.
Press ENTER to start playback.
Standard
V v B b
0
~
9
ENTER
Press DISPLAY or O RETURN to turn off the
4 menu.
The title/track or chapter icon will appear on the DVD playback screen followed by
the current title/track or chapter number and the counter position.
To playback from the desired title/track counter position
You can playback from the desired title/track counter
position using this menu.
Press V/v during playback to select the counter
1/3
1 position icon.
1/36
Enter the desired elapsed playing time of the current
2 title/track using the number buttons.
Press ENTER to start playback.
Standard
3
V v B b
0
~
9
ENTER
Press DISPLAY or O RETURN to turn off the
4 menu.
Tip
•
You can change the counter position information (playing time or remaining time) using
B/b (DVD and CD only).
DVD
Indication
Counter information
T
∗ : ∗∗ : ∗∗
Elapsed playing time of the current title
Remaining time of the current title
Elapsed playing time of the current chapter
Remaining time of the current chapter
T– ∗ : ∗∗ : ∗∗
C
∗ : ∗∗ : ∗∗
C– ∗ : ∗∗ : ∗∗
CD
Indication
Counter information
T
∗ : ∗∗ : ∗∗
Elapsed playing time of the current track
Remaining time of the current track
Elapsed playing time of the disc
Remaining time of the disc
T– ∗ : ∗∗ : ∗∗
D ∗ : ∗∗ : ∗∗
D– ∗ : ∗∗ : ∗∗
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•
The display may not change as operated depending on the disc.
The display window continue indicating the playing time even when the counter position
information on the on-screen display is being changed.
To adjust the playback picture (Custom AV Mode)
You can adjust the video signal of the DVD or VIDEO CD (with PBC function off)
from the player to obtain the picture quality you want. Choose the setting that best
suits the programme you are watching.
Press V/v during playback to select the Custom AV
1/3
1 Mode icon.
1/36
Standard
V v B b
Press B/b to change the setting.
2
Setting
Video Setting
Audio Setting
Dynamic 1
Produces a bold dynamic picture Full (modulated) sound with
by increasing the picture contrast clear treble and bass.
and the color intensity.
Dynamic 2
Produces a more dynamic
picture than Dynamic 1 by
further increasing the picture
contrast and the color intensity.
Full (modulated) sound with
even clearer treble and bass than
Dynamic 1.
Standard
Cinema 2
Cinema 1
Off (Default setting)
Displays a standard picture.
Standard sound.
Enhances details in dark areas by Powerful sound with even
increasing the black level.
stronger bass than Cinema 1.
White colors become brighter
and black colors become richer,
and the color contrast is
increased.
Powerful sound with strong bass.
Tip
When you watch a movie, “Cinema 1” or “Cinema 2” is recommended.
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Locking the disc tray (Child Lock)
You can lock the disc tray so that the disc tray
is not opened by mistake.
SELECT DVD
Xx
To lock the disc tray
When the DVD-VCR is turned on, press x, X and SELECT DVD on the unit at the
same time. “LOCK” appears in the display window. The disc tray is locked.
To unlock the disc tray
Press x, X and SELECT DVD on the unit at the same time. The disc tray is
unlocked.
Notes
•
•
If you lock the disc tray while open, the disc tray will be locked after closing.
You cannot lock the disc tray when the DVD-VCR is turned off. If the DVD-VCR is turned
on, you can lock the disc tray either in play mode or stop mode.
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Playing a tape
Before you start ...
• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.
?/1
• Switch the input selector on your TV so
that the signal from the player appears on
the TV screen.
Z
TRACKING +/–
• Set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO,
then press SELECT VIDEO to control the
CLEAR
/
m/M y
./>
X PAUSE
x STOP
H PLAY
DISPLAY
Insert a tape.
1
The VCR starts playing automatically if
you insert a tape with its safety tab
removed.
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Press H PLAY.
2
The display window shows the
playback time.
When the tape reaches the end,
it will rewind automatically.
Hour Minute Second
Additional tasks
To
Press
Stop play
x STOP
X PAUSE
Pause play*
Resume play after pause
Fast-forward the tape
Rewind the tape
Eject the tape
X PAUSE or H PLAY
M during stop
m during stop
Z
* If you pause the VCR for more than 5 minutes, the VCR will automatically resume play.
To play a recently watched scene
You can immediately rewind and playback the scene you want to watch again.
During playback, press
REPLAY. The VCR rewinds the tape about 10 seconds in
the SP mode (about 15 seconds in the EP mode) on the counter for each press of the
button, and restarts playback.
To skip playback
You can skip a scene that you do not want to watch (such as a commercial) and restart
playback.
During playback, press
SKIP. The VCR skips the tape 30 seconds on the counter
each time the button is pressed (up to four times) and playback is resumed.
To turn off the power while rewinding (Rewind Shut Off)
Press ?/1 while the tape is rewinding. The power will turn off but the tape will keep
rewinding until it reaches the end.
To play/search at various speeds
Playback options
Operation
View the picture during fast-
forward or rewind
During fast-forward, hold down M. During rewind, hold
down m.
Play at high speed
•
•
During playback, briefly press M or m. The tape
continues to play at 5 times normal speed.
During playback, hold down M or m. The tape
continues to play at 5 times normal speed. When you
release the button, normal playback resumes.
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Playback options
Play in slow motion
Play frame by frame
Operation
During pause, press y.
During pause, press
SKIP.
Play at various speeds
(Shuttle play)
During playback, press .or >. You can change the
playback speed as follows.
–×7 y –× 5 y –×3 y STILL y SLOW y PLAY
y × 2 y × 3 y × 5 y × 7
To resume normal playback
Press H PLAY.
To use the time counter
Press CLEAR at the point on the tape that you want to find later. The counter in the
display window resets to “0:00:00.” To search for the counter 0:00:00 point
To display the counter on the TV screen, press DISPLAY during normal playback.
Tip
•
Adjust the picture using the TRACKING +/– buttons if:
– Streaks appear while playing in slow motion.
– The picture shakes during pause.
Notes
•
Tapes recorded in the LP mode on other VCRs can be played back on this VCR but the
picture quality cannot be guaranteed.
•
•
•
The counter resets to “0:00:00” whenever a tape is reinserted.
The counter stops counting when it comes to a portion with no recording.
When 10 hours have passed, the counter in the display window returns to “0:00:00” and the
count starts over again.
•
•
•
The sound is muted during playback at various speeds.
The picture may show noise when playing at high speed in reverse.
While playing a tape, you can display the setup menu, but the remote commander’s function
switches to DVD automatically. Press O RETURN repeatedly to exit the menu.
•
When playback does not start even if you insert a tape with its safety tab removed, set “Auto
•
•
Stop disc playback while playing back a video.
The VCR can also play S-VHS tapes. The VCR will automatically identify the type of tape
inserted in the VCR (either VHS or S-VHS). When S-VHS tapes are played in the VCR, the
enhanced resolution will not be visible on screen; there may also be picture distortion while
playing the S-VHS tape in slow motion or while utilizing other special playback modes. The
VCR will not record in S-VHS mode on an S-VHS tape.
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Recording TV programs
Before you start ...
• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.
?/1
• Switch the input selector on your TV so
that the signal from the player appears on
the TV screen.
Z
CH +/–
• Set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO,
then press SELECT VIDEO to control the
Number buttons
• To record from a cable box, turn it on.
• Make sure the tape is longer than the total
recording time.
TV/VIDEO
INPUT
SELECT
z REC
SP/EP
x STOP
H PLAY
ENTER
DISPLAY
Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.
1
Press CH +/– to select the channel or line input video source you want to
record.
2
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Press SP/EP to select the tape speed, SP or EP.
3
4
EP (Extended Play) provides recording time three times as long as SP
(Standard Play). However, SP produces better picture and audio quality.
Press z REC to start recording.
“REC” appears in the display window.
To stop recording
Press x STOP.
To check the remaining tape length
Press DISPLAY to display the time counter. With the display on, press DISPLAY
again to check the remaining time. The white bar indicates the current location in
relation to the entire tape length. The remaining time also appears. Press DISPLAY
to turn off the indicators.
Time counter
Remaining tape length
To check the remaining tape length of a tape, set “Tape Length” in the “VIDEO
Maximum Recording Time
Tape Length
T-120
SP
2 hrs
EP
6 hrs
8 hrs
9 hrs
T-160
2 hrs 40 mins
3 hrs
T-180
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To watch another TV program while recording
Press TV/VIDEO to display “TV” in the display window.
1
If your TV is connected to the VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to the
2 TV’s antenna input; if not, skip this step.
Select another channel on the TV.
3
To watch a DVD while recording
Press SELECT DVD to control the DVD player.
1
2
3
Press Z and place the disc on the disc tray.
Press H PLAY.
The disc tray closes and the DVD player starts playback. The TV screen will
automatically change to the DVD playback screen.
To save a recording
To prevent accidental erasure, break
off the safety tab as illustrated. To
record on the tape again, cover the tab
hole with adhesive tape.
Safety tab
Tips
•
•
•
•
To select a channel, you can use the number buttons on the remote commander. Enter the
channel number, then press ENTER.
You can select a video source from the LINE IN 1 or LINE-2 IN jacks using the INPUT
SELECT button.
The display appears on the TV screen indicating information about the tape, but the
information will not be recorded on the tape.
If you do not want to watch TV while recording, you can turn off the TV. When using a cable
box, make sure to leave it on.
Notes
•
The remaining tape length may not be indicated accurately for short tapes such as T-20 or
T-30, or tapes recorded in the LP mode.
•
It may take up to one minute for the VCR to calculate and display the remaining tape length
after you press DISPLAY.
•
•
You cannot record a DVD to a VCR tape.
To watch a TV program during video recording, stop disc playback.
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Recording TV programs using the timer
You can preset up to eight programs at a
time.
?/1
Before you start…
Z
• Check that the DVD-VCR clock is set to
the correct time.
• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.
• Switch the input selector on your TV so
that the signal from the player appears on
the TV screen.
• Set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO,
then press SELECT VIDEO to control the
• When using a cable box, turn it on.
CLEAR
SET UP
TV/VIDEO
TIMER
INPUT
SELECT
• Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.
Make sure the tape is longer than the total
recording time.
• If the DVD player is in play mode, you
cannot display the setup menu. Stop the
DVD playback.
x STOP
H PLAY
V/v/B/b
ENTER
Press SET UP, then press V/v to select
CH START
END
DATE SPEED
1
(PROGRAM) and press ENTER. You can also
display the timer programming menu by
pressing TIMER.
The timer programming menu appears.
V v B b
RETURN
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Set the channel number, start and stop times,
date, and tape speed:
CH START
35
END
DATE SPEED
2
1 Press b to select each item in turn.
2 Press V/v to set each item.
To correct a setting, press B to return to that
setting and reset.
V v B b
RETURN CLEAR
• To record from a source connected to the
LINE IN 1 or LINE-2 IN jacks, press INPUT SELECT or V/v to display
“L1 ” or “L2” in the “CH” position.
• To record the same program every day or the same day every week, press
• To use the Auto Tape Speed function, press v to display “Auto” in the
Press ENTER to confirm the setting.
3
To enter another setting, press V/v to select the next row and repeat step 2.
Press CLEAR repeatedly to cancel the setting.
Press ENTER to confirm all settings.
4
5
Press ?/1 to turn off the DVD-VCR.
The
indicator appears in the display window and the VCR stands by for
recording.
To record from a decoder or other source, leave the connected equipment
switched on.
To stop recording
To stop the DVD-VCR while recording, press SELECT VIDEO and then press
x STOP.
Daily/weekly recording
In step 2 above, press v to select the recording pattern. Each time you press v, the
indication changes as shown below. Press V to change the indication in reverse order.
Mo~Fr t Sun’s t Mon’s t ..... t Sat’s t 1 month later t (dates count down)
t the current date
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To use the Auto Tape Speed function
When you are recording a program in the Auto mode and the remaining tape becomes
shorter than the recording time, the tape speed is automatically changed to the EP
mode. Note that some noise will appear on the picture when the tape speed is
changed. If you want to keep the tape speed, select SP. To operate this function, set
To watch another TV program after setting the timer
Press TV/VIDEO to display “TV” in the display window.
1
If your TV is connected to the VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to the
2 TV’s antenna input; if not, skip this step.
Select another channel on the TV.
3
To watch a DVD after setting the timer
Press SELECT DVD to control the DVD player.
1
2
3
Press Z and place the disc on the disc tray.
Press H PLAY.
The disc tray closes and the DVD player starts playback. The TV screen will
automatically change to the DVD playback screen.
Tips
•
If the indicator appears, the timer settings overlap. To check, change or cancel the program
•
•
If the
indicator appears, this means that the VCR is currently recording this program.
You can also do the following tasks while the VCR is recording:
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Recording TV programs using the Dial
Timer (SLV-D550P only)
The Dial Timer function allows you to make
?/1 POWER CHANNEL +/–
timer recordings of programs without turning
on your TV. Set the recording timer to record
up to eight programs that will be broadcast
within a month using the DIAL TIMER. The
recording start time and recording stop time
can be set at one minute intervals.
X
DIAL TIMER
Before you start…
• Turn on the DVD-VCR.
• When using a cable box, turn it on.
• Insert a tape with its safety tab in place. Make sure the tape is longer than the total recording
time.
Press DIAL TIMER.
1
DATE indicator appears and the current date flashes in the display window.
If the date and time are not set, MONTH indicator will appear.
To set the date and time, see “To set the clock” on page 53.
Turn DIAL TIMER to set the recording date.
2
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Press DIAL TIMER to set the start time.
3
“START” and the next quarter hour increment appear alternately in the
display window.
Turn DIAL TIMER to set the recording start time.
4
5
You can set the recording start time in 15 minute intervals or adjust the time
in one minute intervals by pressing the CHANNEL +/– buttons on the unit.
Press DIAL TIMER to set the stop time.
“STOP” and the next quarter hour increment appear alternately in the
display window.
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Turn DIAL TIMER to set the recording stop time.
6
You can set the recording stop time in 15 minute intervals or adjust the time
in one minute intervals by pressing the CHANNEL +/– buttons on the unit.
Press DIAL TIMER.
7
8
Current channel flashes in the display window.
Turn DIAL TIMER to set the channel number.
To record from a source connected to the LINE IN 1 or LINE-2 IN jacks,
turn DIAL TIMER or press INPUT SELECT to display “L1” or “L2.”
Press DIAL TIMER.
9
Current tape speed flashes in the display window.
Turn DIAL TIMER to set the tape speed.
10
11
Press DIAL TIMER to complete the setting.
“OK” appears in the display window for about five seconds.
The timer indicator appears in the display window and the VCR stands by
for recording. When using a cable box, leave it on.
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To return to the previous step
To return to the previous step, press the CHANNEL + and – buttons on the unit at the
same time during any of the Dial Timer settings.
To set the clock
Hold down DIAL TIMER so that MONTH indicator appears in the display
1 window. However, if the clock has already been set, the current setting appears.
Turn DIAL TIMER to set the month.
2
Press DIAL TIMER.
3 DAY indicator appears in the display window.
Turn and press DIAL TIMER to set the day and then the year.
4 After you set the year, “AM” and “12:– –” appear alternately in the display
window.
Turn and press DIAL TIMER to set the hour and minute.
5
6
When you have finished setting the time, press DIAL TIMER to start the clock.
Tips
•
To cancel a Dial Timer setting, press any button other than DIAL TIMER or CHANNEL +/–
on the unit or any button on the remote while you are making the setting.
•
To check, change, or cancel the program setting, see “Checking/changing/canceling timer
Notes
•
If eight programs have already been set using the VCR Plus+ system or the manual timer
setting, “FULL” appears in the display window for about five seconds.
•
If you set the clock using the Auto Clock Set feature, the clock will adjust itself to the
incoming time signal regardless of adjustments made with the Dial Timer. Be sure you have
set Auto Clock Set correctly.
•
If you are setting the clock for the first time or “0:– –” appears in the display window, you
cannot set the clock to February 29th using the Dial Timer. Please use the Auto Clock Set
feature to set the VCR to this day.
•
•
The timer indicator flashes in the display window when you complete the setting in step 9 on
page 52 with no tape inserted.
When the setting time is incorrect, “Error” appears in the display window in step 9. Set the
timer again from step 1.
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About the Demonstration Mode
The Dial Timer function has a Demonstration Mode that allows the user, such as a
salesperson, to enter more than eight examples of timer settings when demonstrating
the use of the Dial Timer. It cancels the FULL notice which appears if eight
programs have already been set. Do not use the Demonstration Mode for making
timer recordings. Doing so may cause the settings to be inaccurate.
To activate the Demonstration Mode
Press X on the unit while turning the DIAL TIMER. “DEMO” appears in the display
window for a few seconds.
To cancel the Demonstration Mode
Turn the power off and unplug the AC power cord. Although the Demonstration
Mode is canceled, the timer settings entered while using the Demonstration Mode
will remain. Be sure to manually cancel the timer settings before you use the Dial
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Recording TV programs using the VCR
Plus+® system (SLV-D550P only)
Just enter the PlusCode number listed in the
TV program guide. The date, time and
channel number of that program are set
automatically. You can preset up to eight
programs together with the DIAL TIMER
and manual timer settings at one time.
VCR Plus+
Before you start…
Number
buttons
• Check that the DVD-VCR clock is set to
the correct time.
• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.
• Switch the input selector on your TV so
that the signal from the player appears on
the TV screen.
• Set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO,
then press SELECT VIDEO to control the
• When using a cable box, turn it on.
• Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.
Make sure the tape is longer than the total
recording time.
V/v/B/b
ENTER
• If the DVD player is in play mode, you
cannot display the setup menu. Stop the
DVD playback.
O RETURN
Press VCR Plus+.
VCR PLUS+
1
B
Enter code
with [0~9]
Mode
[ - - - - - - - - - ]
V
[Once]
[Auto]
Speed
V v
ENTER RETURN SET UP
Press V/v to select “Enter code.”
2
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Press the number buttons to enter the PlusCode
number.
VCR PLUS+
3
B
Enter code
with [0~9]
Mode
[012345678]
V
[Once]
[Auto]
To correct a setting, press B to return to that
setting and reset.
Speed
V
v
B
ENTER RETURN SET UP
~
Press V/v to select “Mode.”
4
5
Press B/b to select Once, Mo~Fr, or Weekly:
VCR PLUS+
Enter code
with [0~9]
Mode
[012345678]
To record
Select
B
[Once]
[Auto]
Speed
Only once
Once
Everyday Monday to Friday Mo~Fr
V
v
B
b
ENTER RETURN SET UP
Once a week
Weekly
Press V/v to select “Speed.”
VCR PLUS+
6
7
Enter code
with [0~9]
Mode
[012345678]
[Once]
[Auto]
B
Speed
V
v
B
b
ENTER RETURN SET UP
Press B/b to select the tape speed, Auto, SP, or
EP, then press ENTER.
CH START END
10P 10P
09
DATE SPEED
12/05 Auto
02 07
M
M
V
v
B
b
RETURN CLEAR
To enter another setting, repeat steps 1 to 7.
8
9
Press O RETURN to exit the menu.
The timer indicator appears in the display window and the VCR stands by
for recording. When using a cable box, leave it on.
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To stop recording
To stop the VCR while recording, press x STOP.
To use the DVD-VCR after setting the timer
To use the DVD-VCR before a timer recording begins, just press ?/1. The timer
indicator disappears from the display window and the DVD-VCR switches on.
Remember to press ?/1 to reset the VCR to the timer recording standby mode after
using the VCR.
You can also do the following tasks while the VCR is recording:
Tip
•
To check, change or cancel the program setting, see “Checking/changing/canceling timer
Notes
•
•
If the VCR does not accept the PlusCode number, this means that:
– The PlusCode number is incorrect.
– Once, Mo~Fr, or Weekly was selected incorrectly. You cannot select MO~FR or Weekly
for a program that airs more than seven days ahead.
Correctly set the PlusCode number again from step 2.
When the PlusCode number is incorrect, “Invalid code” will appear in the display.
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Checking/changing/canceling timer
settings
Before you start…
CLEAR
• Check that the DVD-VCR clock is set to
the correct time.
• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.
• Switch the input selector on your TV so
that the signal from the player appears on
the TV screen.
SET UP
TIMER
• Set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO,
then press SELECT VIDEO to control the
• When using a decoder, turn it on.
V/v/B/b
ENTER
• Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.
Make sure the tape is longer than the total
recording time.
O RETURN
• If the DVD player is in play mode, you
cannot display the setup menu. Stop the
DVD playback.
Press SET UP, then press V/v to select
CH START
END
DATE SPEED
07 31P
M
1/20 SP
1
2
01 05 31P
M
M
(PROGRAM) and press ENTER. You can also
display the timer programming menu by
pressing TIMER.
03 01 31A
03 32AM 1/21 Auto
06 06 32P 08 32P
1/21 EP
M
M
The timer programming menu appears.
V v B b
RETURN
Press V/v to select setting you want to change
or cancel.
CH START
END
DATE SPEED
1/20 SP
01 05 31P
M
M
07 31P
M
03 01 31A
03 32AM 1/21 Auto
06 06 32P 08 32P
1/21 EP
M
M
• To change the setting, press B/b to select
the item you want to change, and press V/v
to change it.
V v B b
RETURN CLEAR
• To cancel the setting, press CLEAR.
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Press O RETURN to confirm the setting.
3
Press O RETURN again to exit the menu.
When the timer settings overlap
The program that starts first has priority and the second program starts recording only
after the first program has finished. If the programs start at the same time, the
program listed first in the menu has priority.
Program 1
Program 2
about 20 seconds
will be cut off
Program 1
Program 2
about 20 seconds will be cut off
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Locking the DVD-VCR (Child Lock)
After you have set the timer, you can lock all
of the buttons on the DVD-VCR so that the
settings are not canceled by mistake.
?/1 POWER
x
To lock the DVD-VCR
When the DVD-VCR is turned on, hold down ?/1 POWER on the unit until “LOCK”
appears in the display window. The DVD-VCR turns off and the indicator
remains lit if there is a timer setting. The DVD-VCR will not work except for timer
recordings.
To unlock the VCR
Hold down ?/1 POWER on the unit until “LOCK” disappears from the display
window. The DVD-VCR is unlocked and turns on.
To stop timer recording while the DVD-VCR is locked, press x. The recording stops
and the DVD-VCR is unlocked.
Note
•
The DVD-VCR will be unlocked when:
– You stop timer recording by pressing x.
– You insert a tape.
– The AC power cord is disconnected or power supply stops.
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Advanced Hookups
A/V Receiver hookup
A Use this hookup if your A/V receiver has a Dolby* Surround (Pro
Logic) decoder and 3 to 6 speakers
You can enjoy the Dolby Surround effects only when playing Dolby Surround audio
or multi-channel audio (Dolby Digital) discs.
∗ Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby,” “Pro Logic,” and the double-
D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
DVD-VCR
(red)
Stereo audio cord
(not supplied)
(white)
(white)
to LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO)
(red)
l: Signal flow
to audio input
[Speakers]
Rear (R)
[Speakers]
Front (L)
Amplifier (receiver) with Dolby
Surround decoder
Rear (L)
Front (R)
Rear (mono)
Subwoofer
Center
Note
•
When connecting 6 speakers, replace the monaural rear speaker with a center speaker, 2 rear
speakers and a subwoofer.
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B Use this hookup if your A/V receiver has a Dolby Digital or DTS*
decoder, a digital input jack and 6 speakers
This connection will allow you to use the Dolby Digital or DTS decoder function of
your AV amplifier (receiver). You are not able to enjoy the surround sound effects of
B-1
B-2
this player. You must make connections using
and
.
∗ “DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
DVD-VCR
1
Coaxial digital
cord (not supplied)
Stereo audio
cord (not
(red)
supplied)
and
or
to DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
(COAXIAL or OPTICAL)
(white)
Optical digital cord (not
supplied)
to LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO)
Remove jack cap
before connecting
(red)
(white)
l: Signal flow
to coaxial or optical
digital input
to audio input
[Speakers]
[Speakers]
AV amplifier (receiver) having
a decoder
Rear (L)
Subwoofer
Front (L)
Center
Rear (R)
Front (R)
Note
•
After you have completed the connection, be sure to set “Dolby Digital” to “Dolby Digital”
noise will come from the speakers.
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S-Video/Component Video hookup
Make audio connections using the LINE OUT AUDIO L/R jacks or DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
(OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jacks on the right side of the DVD-VCR when you use S-VIDEO/
Component Video hookup.
A Use this hookup if your TV has an S-VIDEO input jack
Connect an S-VIDEO cord (not supplied). You will enjoy high quality images.
DVD-VCR
TV
l : Signal flow
(DVD only)
or
or
Audio cord
(not supplied)
Coaxial
digital cord
(not supplied)
Optical digital
cord (not
supplied)
S-VIDEO cord
(not supplied)
Remove jack
cap before
connecting
to audio
input
to coaxial or optical
digital input
TV or AV amplifier
Notes
•
•
The connection using S-VIDEO OUT jack is only for the DVD player.
If you set “Progressive” to “On” in the “SCREEN SETUP” menu, S-Video playback may be
distorted.
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B Use this hookup if your TV has component video input jacks
Connect your TV via the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks using a component
video cord (not supplied) or three video cords (not supplied) of the same kind and
length. You will enjoy accurate color reproduction and high quality images.
See page 61 for audio connections.
DVD-VCR
(blue) (red)
(green)
TV
Component video cord
(green)
(not supplied)
(blue)
(red)
l : Signal flow
(DVD only)
If your TV accepts progressive (480p) format signals, you must use this connection
PROGRESSIVE indicator lights up in orange when the DVD player outputs
progressive signals.
PROGRESSIVE indicator
Notes
•
•
The connection using COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jack is only for the DVD player.
Consumers should note that not all high definition television sets are fully compatible with
this product and may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture. In case of 480 progressive
scan picture problems, it is recommended that the user switch the connection to the
“standard definition” output. If there are questions regarding our TV set compatibility with
this model 480p DVD player, please contact our customer service center.
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DVD Settings and Adjustments
Audio Setup
“Audio Setup” allows you to set the sound
according to the playback and connection
conditions.
SET UP
V/v/B/b
ENTER
Press SET UP when the DVD player is in stop
DVD SETUP
1
mode, then press V/v to select
(DVD),
Language Setup
Audio Setup
Screen Setup
Parental Setup:
then press ENTER.
V v
ENTER RETURN SET UP
Press V/v to select “Audio Setup,” then press
AUDIO SETUP
2
3
ENTER.
Dolby Digital
DTS
[ D-PCM ]
[ Off ]
[ Standard ]
Audio DRC
V v B b
RETURN SET UP
Press V/v to select the setup item from the displayed list:
“Dolby Digital,” “DTS” or “Audio DRC.”
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Press B/b to select an item.
4
5
Press SET UP to exit the menu.
Menu choices
• Dolby Digital
Selects the type of Dolby Digital signal.
The default setting is indicated in bold print.
D-PCM
Select this when the player is connected to an audio component
lacking a built-in Dolby Digital decoder.
Dolby Digital
Select this when the player is connected to an audio component
with a built-in Dolby Digital decoder.
• DTS
Selects whether or not to output DTS signals.
The default setting is indicated in bold print.
Off
Select this when the player is connected to an audio component
lacking a built-in DTS decoder.
On
Select this when the player is connected to an audio component
with a built-in DTS decoder.
• Audio DRC (Dynamic Range Control)
Makes the sound clear when the volume is turned down when playing a DVD that
conforms to “Audio DRC.” This affects the output from the following jacks:
– LINE OUT AUDIO L/R jacks
– DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack only when “Dolby
Digital” is set to “D-PCM”.
The default setting is indicated in bold print.
Standard
Normally select this positon.
Wide Range
Gives you the feeling of being at alive performance.
Notes
•
If you select the surround setting while playing a DVD, the player does not output Dolby
Digital signals from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack (when you
set “Dolby Digital” to “D-PCM” in “AUDIO SETUP” menu).
•
If you connect a component that does not conform to the selected audio signal, a loud noise
(or no sound) will come out from the speakers, affecting your ears or causing the speakers to
be damaged.
•
•
Noise may occur in the LinearPCM double-speed audio. This is not a malfunction.
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Screen Setup
“Screen Setup” allows you to set the screen
according to the playback and connection
conditions.
SET UP
V/v/B/b
ENTER
O RETURN
Press SET UP when the DVD player is in stop
DVD SETUP
1
mode, then press V/v to select
(DVD),
Language Setup
Audio Setup
Screen Setup
Parental Setup:
then press ENTER.
V v
ENTER RETURN SET UP
Press V/v to select “Screen Setup,” then press
SCREEN SETUP
2
3
ENTER.
[
]
TV Type
Black Level
Progressive
4:3 Letter Box
[
[
]
]
Off
Off
V v B b
RETURN SET UP
Press V/v to select the setup item from the displayed list:
“TV Type,” or “Black Level.”
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Press B/b to select an item.
4
5
Press SET UP to exit the menu.
Menu choices
• TV Type
Selects the aspect ratio of the connected TV (4:3 standard or wide).
The default setting is indicated in bold print.
4:3 Letter Box
Select this when you connect a 4:3 screen TV. Displays a wide
picture with bands on the upper and lower portions of the screen.
4:3 Pan Scan
Select this when you connect a 4:3 screen TV. Automatically
displays the wide picture on the entire screen and cuts off the
portions that do not fit.
16:9
Select this when you connect a wide-screen TV or a TV with a wide
mode function.
4:3 Letter Box
4:3 Pan Scan
16:9
• Black Level
You can enhance the black level by increasing the brightness and contrast when
viewing DVDs with the PROGRESSIVE indicator turned off.
The default setting is indicated in bold print.
Off
Stops the increase of the contrast.
Increases the contrast.
On
Notes
•
Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over the “DVD SETUP” menu settings and
not all the functions described may work.
•
Depending on the DVD, “4:3 Letter Box” may be selected automatically instead of “4:3 Pan
Scan” or vice versa.
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To set the “Progressive” setting
If your TV accepts progressive (480p) format signals, you will enjoy accurate color
reproduction and high quality image.
SCREEN SETUP
1 select “Progressive.”
[
]
TV Type
Black Level
Progressive
4:3 Letter Box
[
[
]
]
Off
Off
V v B b
RETURN SET UP
SCREEN SETUP
Press B/b to select “On,” then press ENTER.
2
3
[
]
TV Type
Black Level
Progressive
4:3 Letter Box
[
[
]
]
Off
On
V v B b
ENTER RETURN SET UP
SCREEN SETUP
Follow the instructions appearing on the screen.
Progressive Scan Output
1) Ensure your TV is (480P) Progressive
Scan capable.
1 Ensure your TV is (480p) Progressive Scan
2) Connect with Component Video Output
jacks. (red/green/blue connections)
3) Select [OK] to test your video signal.
4) If video signal appears OK,
video connection is complete.
capable.
OK
CANCEL
2 Connect with Component Video Output jacks
(red/green/blue connections).
B b
ENTER RETURN SET UP
SCREEN SETUP
3 Press B/b to select [OK] to test your video
TEST SCREEN
signal.
If video signal appears OK, video connection is
SCREEN SETUP
4 complete. Press ENTER.
If picture is OK, press [ENTER] key
If picture is distorted, press [RETURN] key.
To Deactivate
The PROGRESSIVE indicator on the unit lights up
in orange.
Press [PAUSE] on the unit for 5 seconds.
If picture is distorted, press O RETURN.
ENTER
RETURN
Check the connection (page 64).
Press SET UP to exit the menu.
SCREEN SETUP
5
[
]
TV Type
Black Level
Progressive
4:3 Letter Box
[
[
]
]
Off
On
V v B b
RETURN SET UP
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Tip
The “Progressive” setting can be canceled by pressing X on the unit continuously for 5
seconds or more, or selecting “Off” in step 2.
Note
•
•
If you select progressive signal when you connect the DVD player to a TV that cannot accept
the signal in progressive format, the image quality will deteriorate. In this case, set
“Progressive” to “Off”.
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Setting the display or sound track
language
You can set various languages for the disc’s
menu, sound track or subtitle.
SET UP
V/v/B/b
ENTER
Press SET UP when the DVD player is in stop
DVD SETUP
1
mode, then press V/v to select
(DVD) and
Language Setup
Audio Setup
Screen Setup
Parental Setup:
press ENTER.
V v
ENTER RETURN SET UP
Press V/v to select “Language Setup,” then
LANGUAGE SETUP
2
press ENTER.
DVD Menu
Audio
Subtitle
: English
: Original
: Audio Follow
The “LANGUAGE SET UP” menu appears.
V v
ENTER RETURN SET UP
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Press V/v to select the language setup item from the displayed list:
“DVD Menu,” “Audio,” or “Subtitle.”
Then press ENTER.
3
4
Press V/v to select the desired language, then press ENTER.
• DVD MENU LANGUAGE
DVD MENU LANGUAGE
You can select the desired language for the
disc’s menu.
B
English
Français
Deutsch
Español
Italiano
DVD Menu
Nederlands
Others
V v
ENTER RETURN SET UP
• AUDIO LANGUAGE
AUDIO LANGUAGE
English
Switches the language of the sound track.
When you select “Original,” the language
given priority in the disc is selected.
Français
Deutsch
Español
Italiano
Audio
Nederlands
B
Original
Others
V v
ENTER RETURN SET UP
• SUBTITLE LANGUAGE
Switches the language of the subtitle
recorded on the DVD.
When you select “Audio Follow,” the
language for the subtitle changes according
to the language you selected for the sound
track.
SUBTITLE LANGUAGE
B
Audio Follow
English
Français
Deutsch
Español
Italiano
Nederlands
Others
Subtitle
V v
ENTER RETURN SET UP
Press SET UP to exit the menu.
5
Tip
•
If you select “Others” in step 4, an additional language menu
appears. Press V/v/B/b to select the desired language,
then press ENTER.
DVD MENU LANGUAGE
Cesky
Dansk
Magyar
Svenska
Norsk
Português
Suomi
Afrikaans
Arabic
Chinese
Greek
Hindi
Japanese
Russian
Turkish
Thai
Polski
Korean
V v B b
ENTER RETURN SET UP
Notes
•
When you select a language that is not recorded on the DVD
in step 4, one of the recorded languages will be automatically selected.
•
Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over the DVD SETUP settings and not all the
functions described may work.
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Parental Control (limiting playback by children)
Playback of some DVDs can be limited
according to a predetermined level such as
the age of the users. The “Parental Control”
function allows you to set a playback
limitation level.
Number
buttons
SET UP
H PLAY
V/v/B/b
ENTER
Press SET UP when the DVD player is in stop
DVD SETUP
1
mode, then press V/v to select
(DVD) and
Language Setup
Audio Setup
Screen Setup
Parental Setup:
press ENTER.
V v
ENTER RETURN SET UP
Press V/v to select “Parental Setup,” then
press ENTER.
PARENTAL SETUP
2
Use Password
[ No ]
B b
RETURN SET UP
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Press b to set the parental control.
3
• If you have not entered a password
CREATE PASSWORD
Enter Password
The display for registering a new password
appears.
Enter a 4-digit password using the number
buttons.
–
–
–
–
-~
9
RETURN
The display for confirming the password
appears.
Re-enter the password.
CREATE PASSWORD
Re-enter Password
–
–
–
–
-~
9
RETURN
• When you have already registered a
password
PASSWORD CHECK
Enter Password
The display for entering the password appears.
Enter a 4-digit password using the number
buttons.
–
–
–
–
After registering a password, if you set “Use
Password” to “No,” “PASSWORD CHECK”
screen will not appear.
-~
9
RETURN
PARENTAL SETUP
[ Yes ]
:1
Use Password
Rating Level
Change Password
V v B b
RETURN SET UP
RATING LEVEL
Press V/v to select “Rating Level,” then press
4
5
ENTER.
Level 8 Adult
Level 7
Level 6
Level 5
Level 4
Level 3
Level 2
Level 1 Kids Safe
V v
ENTER RETURN SET UP
Press V/v to select the level you want, then
press ENTER.
RATING LEVEL
Level 8 Adult
Level 7
Level 6
The options are as follows.
Level 5
Level 4
Level 3
Level 2
Level 8 (Adult) y Level 7 y Level 6 y
Level 5 y Level 4 y Level 3 y Level 2
y Level 1 (Kids Safe)
Level 1 Kids Safe
V v
ENTER RETURN SET UP
The lower the value, the stricter the limitation.
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Press SET UP to exit the menu.
6
To change the password
1 The display for entering a new password appears.
Enter a new 4-digit password using the number buttons.
2 The display for confirming the password appears.
Re-enter the new password.
3
To turn off the Parental Control function
To play a disc for which Parental Control is set
Insert the disc, then press H PLAY.
1 The display for entering your password appears.
Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons.
2 The player starts playback.
If you forget your password
Remove the disc and turn off the DVD-VCR.
1
2
Turn on the DVD-VCR again with no disc in the unit.
Hold down m and M on the front panel simultaneously for 5 seconds.
3 “Reset OK” appears on the screen.
Turn off the DVD-VCR.
4 The password is cleared.
5
Notes
•
When you play DVDs which do not have the Parental Control function, playback cannot be
limited on this player.
•
•
All the ratings higher than the level you select will be blocked.
Write your password down and keep it in a safe place in case you forget it.
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DVD Additional Operations
Using the DVD’s menu
A DVD is divided into long sections of a
picture or a music feature called “titles.”
When you play a DVD which contains
several titles, you can select the title you
want using the TOP MENU button.
Number
buttons
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 the MENU button.
x STOP
V/v/B/b
ENTER
MENU
TOP
MENU
Press TOP MENU or MENU.
1
The disc’s menu appears on the TV screen.
The contents of the menu vary from disc to disc.
Press V/v/B/b to select the item you want to play or change.
2
You can also use the number buttons to select the item. In this case, step 3
is skipped.
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Press ENTER.
3
To turn off the DVD’s menu
Press x STOP
Note
•
Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to use the TOP MENU button or search a point
by setting the time.
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Zooming into a scene
You can zoom into a scene during playback
or still mode. To zoom into a JPEG image,
ZOOM
V/v/B/b
ENTER
Press ZOOM.
1
“
” appears.
Press V/v/B/b to move “ ” to the position where you want to zoom in.
2
3
Press ENTER repeatedly to change the magnification.
Each time you press the button, the magnification changes as shown below.
2× t 4× t 2× t normal magnification
Notes
•
•
You cannot use 4× magnification when you play VIDEO CDs.
The zoom function may not work depending on the DVD.
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Changing the angles
If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene
ANGLE
are recorded on the DVD, “ ” appears in
the display when you press ANGLE during
playback. This means that you can change
the viewing angle.
B/b
Press ANGLE during playback.
B
b
1
The angle number appears on the display.
The number after the slash indicates the total
number of angles.
Press B/b repeatedly to select the angle number.
2
The scene changes to the selected angle.
Note
•
Check the user’s manual of the purchased disc to determine whether it supports angle
operation. However, note that angle operation may not be possible for some discs.
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Displaying the subtitle
If subtitles are recorded on the disc, you can
change the subtitles or turn them on and off
whenever you want while playing a DVD.
SUBTITLE
V/v/B/b
Press SUBTITLE during playback.
B
b
V
v
1
Press B/b repeatedly to select the language.
2
Depending on the DVD, the choice of language varies.
of the language.
Press V/v repeatedly to select “On.”
3
To turn off the subtitles
Select “Off” in step 3.
Note
•
Depending on the DVD, 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.
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Various play mode functions (Program play,
Shuffle play, Repeat play)
You can set the following play modes:
Note
•
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
tracks on the disc to create your own
CLEAR
REPEAT
program. You can program up to 20 tracks.
H PLAY
V/v/B/b
ENTER
Press REPEAT when the DVD player is in stop
mode.
1
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Press B/b to select “PROGRAM”, then press
PROGRAM
Track
01 02 03 04
05 06 07 08
09 10 11 12
13 14 15 16
17 18 19 20B
Clear last track
2
3
ENTER.
Program Order
–– –– –– ––
–– –– –– ––
–– –– –– ––
–– –– –– ––
–– –– –– ––
Clear all tracks
V
v
B
b
ENTER RETURN CLEAR
Press V/v/B/b to select the track number you
want to program, then press ENTER.
PROGRAM
Track
01 02 03 04
05 06 07 08
09 10 11 12
13 14 15 16
17 18 19 20B
Clear last track
Program Order
01 –– –– ––
–– –– –– ––
–– –– –– ––
–– –– –– ––
–– –– –– ––
Clear all tracks
V
v
B
b
ENTER RETURN CLEAR
To program other tracks, repeat step 3.
4
5
The programmed track numbers are displayed in the selected order.
Press H PLAY to start program play.
Program play starts.
When the program ends, you can restart the same program again by
pressing H PLAY.
To stop program play
Press CLEAR during playback.
To change or cancel a program
1
Press v repeatedly to select “Clear last track,” then press ENTER. Each time you
2 press the button, the last programmed number is canceled. You can also cancel
the last programmed number by pressing CLEAR.
Follow step 3 for new programming.
3
To cancel all the programmed numbers
1
Press v repeatedly to select “Clear last track,” then press b to select “Clear all
2 tracks” and press ENTER.
All the programmed numbers are canceled.
Notes
•
•
Up to 99 tracks can be displayed.
Up to 20 tracks can be programmed at one time.
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Playing in random order (Shuffle play)
You can shuffle the playback order of tracks.
Subsequent “shuffling” may produce a
different playing order.
CLEAR
REPEAT
B/b
ENTER
Press REPEAT when the DVD player is in stop
mode.
1
PROGRAM SHUFFLE
Press B/b to select “SHUFFLE”, then press
ENTER.
2
PROGRAM SHUFFLE
To return to normal play
Press CLEAR.
Tips
•
•
Shuffle play will stop when all the tracks are played back.
You cannot repeat play while in shuffle play.
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Playing repeatedly (Repeat play)
You can play all of the titles or tracks on a
disc or a single title, chapter, or track
repeatedly.
CLEAR
REPEAT
B/b
Press REPEAT during playback.
Off
1
Press REPEAT or B/b repeatedly to select the item to be repeated.
2
When playing a DVD
• Chapter: repeats the current chapter.
• Title: repeats the current title on a disc.
When playing a VIDEO CD (with PBC function off) or CD
• Track: repeats the current track.
• Disc: repeats all of the tracks.
When playing a DATA CD (MP3 audio)
• FILE: repeats the current track (file).
• DIR: repeats the current album (directory).
• DISC: repeats the current disc.
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To return to normal play
Select “Off” or press CLEAR in step 2.
Notes
•
•
You cannot repeat play with DVD-RW in VR mode.
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Changing the sound
When playing a DVD recorded in multiple
audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital, or
DTS), you can change the audio format. If
the DVD is recorded with multilingual
tracks, you can also select the language.
AUDIO
With CDs, DATA CDs, or VIDEO CDs, you
can select the sound from the right or left
channel and listen to the sound of the
selected channel through both the right and
left speakers. For example, when playing a
Karaoke VIDEO CD containing a song with
the vocals on the right channel and the
instruments on the left channel, you can hear
the instruments from both speakers by
selecting the left channel.
B/b
Playback
Disc type
instruments only
Karaoke VIDEO CD Yes
Karaoke DVD
No
To enjoy Dolby Digital or DTS effect from a
LinearPCM format disc, you have to make
B-2
the
connection as shown on page 62.
Press AUDIO during playback.
B
b
ENG DOLBY DIGITAL 3/2.1CH 1/2
1
Press B/b repeatedly to select the desired language/audio setting.
2
• When playing a DVD
Depending on the DVD, the choice of language varies.
abbreviation of the language.
• When playing a VIDEO CD or CD
The default setting is indicated in bold print.
Stereo
Left
The standard stereo sound
The sound of the left channel (monaural)
The sound of the right channel (monaural)
Right
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Virtual surround setting
When you connect a stereo TV or 2 front
speakers, SURROUND lets you enjoy surround
sound effects by using sound imaging to create
virtual rear speakers from the sound of the front
speakers without using actual rear speakers.
SURROUND
B/b
Press SURROUND during playback.
Off
1
Press B/b repeatedly to select “Surround1,” “Surround2,” “Surround3.”
2
Surround effect increases as shown below.
Surround1
Surround2
Surround3
TV
TV
TV
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To cancel the setting
Select “Off” in step 2.
Notes
•
•
•
•
When the playing signal does not contain a signal for the rear speakers, the surround effects
will be difficult to hear.
When you activate the surround effect, turn off the surround setting of the connected TV or
amplifier (receiver).
Make sure that your listening position is between and at an equal distance from your
speakers, and that the speakers are located in similar surroundings.
If you use the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack and set “Dolby
will come from your speakers but it will not have the surround effect.
•
If you activate the surround effect, the sampling frequency is converted to 48kHz/16bit.
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Playing an MP3 audio track
You can play back DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/
CD-Rs/CD-RWs) recorded in MP3 (MPEG1
Audio Layer 3) format.
Z
REPEAT
H PLAY
x STOP
V/v/B/b
ENTER
O RETURN
TOP MENU
Press Z and place a DATA CD on the disc tray,
then press Z to close the tray.
1
Select a Media Type
1
2
MP3
JPEG
When you load a DATA CD which contains
MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files,
“Select a Media Type” menu appears.
V v
ENTER
If you load a DATA CD which contains only
MP3 audio files, the MP3 display appears.
Then you can skip step 2.
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Press V/v to select “MP3”, then press
Repeat mode
Elapsed playing time
2
ENTER.
The first track starts playing. Press x STOP if
necessary.
MP3
track 1
STOP
OFF
00:00
FILES:014
DIRECTORY:007
album 1
mp3
mp3
mp3
mp3
mp3
mp3
mp3
mp3
mp3
mp3
track 1
track 2
track 3
track 4
track 5
track 6
track 7
track 8
track 9
track 10
album 2
album 3
album 4
album 5
album 6
album 7
V
v
B
b
SET UP
ENTER RETURN
Press O RETURN, then press V/v to select
the desired directory in the left column, then
press ENTER.
MP3
track 1
STOP
OFF
3
4
00:00
FILES:014
DIRECTORY:007
album 1
mp3
mp3
mp3
mp3
mp3
mp3
mp3
mp3
mp3
mp3
track 1
track 2
track 3
track 4
track 5
track 6
track 7
track 8
track 9
track 10
album 2
album 3
album 4
album 5
album 6
album 7
V
v
B
b
SET UP
ENTER RETURN
Press V/v to select the desired track in the
right column, then press ENTER.
MP3
track 5
PLAY
OFF
00:01
FILES:014
DIRECTORY:007
album 1
mp3
mp3
mp3
mp3
mp3
mp3
mp3
mp3
mp3
mp3
track 1
track 2
track 3
track 4
track 5
track 6
track 7
track 8
track 9
track 10
album 2
album 3
The selected track starts playing.
album 4
album 5
album 6
album 7
When a track or album is being played, the title
is shown in a box. The playing track number
appears on the display window.
V
v
B
b
ENTER RETURN
To stop play
Press x STOP.
To repeat play
Press REPEAT repeatedly during playback to change the repeat mode.
• FILE: repeats the current track (file).
• DIR: repeats the current album (directory).
• DISC: repeats the current disc.
To go to the next or previous page
Press b or B.
To return to the previous display
Press O RETURN.
To return to the “Select a Media Type” menu
Press x STOP twice, then press TOP MENU.
To turn off the display
Press x STOP twice, then press O RETURN repeatedly.
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Notes
•
Only the letters in the alphabet and numbers can be used for album or track names. Anything
else is displayed as an asterisk.
•
•
Up to 12 alphanumeric characters can be displayed for album or track names.
ID3 tags cannot be displayed.
About MP3 audio tracks
You can play MP3 audio tracks on CD-ROMs, CD-Rs, or CD-RWs. However, the
discs must be recorded according to ISO9660 level 1 or level 2 format for the player
to recognize the tracks.
You can also play discs recorded in Multi Session.
See the instructions of the CD-R/RW device or recording software (not supplied) for
details on the recording format.
To play a Multi Session CD
This player can play Multi Session CDs when an MP3 audio track is located in the
first session. Any subsequent MP3 audio tracks, recorded in the later sessions, can
also be played back. When audio tracks and images in music CD format or video CD
format are recorded in the first session, only the first session will be played back.
Notes
•
If you put the extension “.MP3” to data not in MP3 format, the player cannot recognize the
data properly and will generate a loud noise which could damage your speaker system.
•
•
The player cannot play audio tracks in MP3PRO format.
This player supports MP3 audio tracks recorded with a bit rate of 128 kbps and a sampling
frequency of 44.1 kHz. Attempting to play MP3 audio tracks recorded with different
specifications may result in loud noise, sound skipping or speaker damage.
•
Depending on the disc contents, playback may take some time to start.
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The Playback order of MP3 audio tracks
The playback order of albums and tracks recorded on a DATA CD is as follows.
• Structure of disc contents
Tree 1 Tree 2 Tree 3 Tree 4 Tree 5
album
track
When you insert a DATA CD and press H PLAY, the numbered tracks are played
sequentially, from 1 through 7. Any sub-albums/tracks contained within a currently
selected album does not take priority over the next album in the same tree. (Example:
E contains G but 6 is played before 7.)
albums are arranged in the following order: A t B t C t D t F t G.
Albums that do not contain tracks (such as album C) do not appear in the list.
Tips
•
If you add numbers (01, 02, 03, etc.) to the front of the track file names, the tracks will be
played in that order.
•
A disc with many trees takes longer to start playback. Some discs with many trees cannot be
played back.
Notes
•
•
•
Depending on the software you use to create the DATA CD, the playback order may differ
from the illustration above.
The playback order above may not be applicable if there are more than a total of 1000 albums
and tracks in the DATA CD.
A total of up to 999 files can be recognized for discs that contain both MP3 and JPEG files.
Files are recognized in the order that they were recorded. For example, if 990 JPEG files are
recorded then 100 MP3 files are recorded, the 990 JPEG files recorded first and only the first
9 MP3 files can be recognized.
•
Depending on the disc contents, playback may take some time to start.
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Playing JPEG image files
You can play JPEG image files on DATA CDs
(CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs).
Z
./ >
H PLAY
x STOP
V/v/B/b
ENTER
MENU
TOP MENU
DISPLAY
Press Z and place a DATA CD on the disc tray,
then press Z to close the tray.
1
Select a Media Type
1
2
MP3
JPEG
When you load a DATA CD which contains
MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files,
“Select a Media Type” menu appears.
V v
ENTER
If you load a DATA CD which contains only
JPEG image files, the “Album” display
appears. Then you can skip step 2.
Press V/v to select “JPEG”, then press
Album
Photo
2
ENTER.
The “Album” display will appears.
If you do not press ENTER after selecting a
media type, the selected media will be
automatically played.
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Press ./> to select the next/previous album page, then press V/v/
B/b to select an image in the “Album” display.
3
To display the selected image
1
Press ENTER.
The selected image number appears in the
display window.
IMAGE
2
To display the next/previous image, press
./>.
To play the Slide show
: Fast
: Normal
: Slow
1
Press H PLAY.
You can also play the Slide show using the
menu on the selected image.
Interval
2
Press B/b to select the desired playing
speed on the “Interval” menu, then press
ENTER.
IMAGE
Slide show starts from the selected image.
To rotate the selected image
Press V/v/B/b to select an image in the “Album”
1 display, then press ENTER.
Press B/b to select “
”, then press ENTER.
IMAGE
2
Each time you press ENTER, the image turns
clockwise by 90°.
To zoom in an image
Press V/v/B/b to select an image in the “Album”
1 display, then press ENTER.
IMAGE
Press B/b to select “
”, then press ENTER.
2
“
” appears.
Press V/v/B/b to move “
” to the position
3
where you want to zoom in.
Press ENTER repeatedly to change the
4 magnification. Each time you press ENTER, the
magnification changes as shown below.
2× t normal magnification
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To enjoy the Slide show
Press V/v/B/b to select an image in the “Album”
Interval
1 display, then press ENTER.
2
Press B/b to select “
”, then press ENTER.
IMAGE
The “Interval” menu appears.
Press B/b to select the desired play speed, then press
3 ENTER.
Slide show starts.
To turn on/off the menu in the single image display
Press CLEAR to turn off the menu. Press B or b to turn on the menu.
To return to the “Album” display
Press MENU to return to the “Album” display. Press . repeatedly to return to the
first “Album” page.
To return to the “Select a Media Type” menu
Press x STOP twice, then press TOP MENU.
Notes
•
•
•
Slide show can play in only one direction.
You cannot rotate or zoom in the image during Slide show.
If you select “
” in the rotated image display, the images in the “Album” display will not
be rotated. But if you start the slide show, the images will be rotated. Correct the rotation in
the “
” menu.
About JPEG image files
You can play JPEG image files on CD-ROMs, CD-Rs, or CD-RWs. However, the
discs must be recorded according to ISO9660 level 1 or level 2 for the player to
recognize the files.
You can also play discs recorded in Multi Session.
See the instructions of the CD-R/RW device or recording software (not supplied) for
details on the recording format.
Note
•
A total of up to 999 files can be recognized for discs that contain both MP3 and JPEG files.
Files are recognized in the order that they were recorded. For example, if 990 JPEG files are
recorded then 100 MP3 files are recorded, the 990 JPEG files recorded first and only the first
9 MP3 files can be recognized.
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To play a Multi Session CD
This player can play Multi Session CDs when an JPEG image file is located in the
first session. Any subsequent JPEG image files, recorded in the later sessions, can
also be played back. When audio tracks and images in music CD format or video CD
format are recorded in the first session, only the first session will be played back.
Notes
•
•
•
The system can play the extension “.JPG” or “.JPEG.”
Some CD-Rs or CD-RWs cannot be played on this system depending on file format.
If you add the extension “.JPG” or “.JPEG” to data not in JPEG format, “Can not Display”
will appear.
•
•
•
Depending on the disc or the size of image files, playback may take some time to start.
Progressive and lossless compression JPEG image files are not supported.
The image size that can be displayed is limited. You can display the following images;
width 32 - 7680 pixels by height 32 - 8192 pixels.
Tip
If you add numbers (01, 02, 03, etc.) to the front of the file names, the files will be played in
that order.
•
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Playing VIDEO CDs with “PBC ON/OFF”
Functions
The PBC (Playback control) function allows
you to search and perform other operations
interactively. PBC playback follows a selection
menu displayed on your TV screen.
Number
buttons
V/v
ENTER
O RETURN
MENU
Press MENU to select “PBC ON.”
1
The menu for your selection appears.
Press V/v to select the item number you want.
You can also use the number buttons to select the item number and track.
2
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Press ENTER.
3
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.
To play using “PBC OFF”
Press MENU to select “PBC OFF.”
When “PBC OFF” is selected, the DVD player starts continuous play. You cannot play still
pictures such as a menu.
To return to “PBC ON,” press MENU to select “PBC ON.”
Note
•
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 PLAY.
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VCR Additional Operations
Quick Timer Recording
After you have started recording, you can
have the VCR stop recording automatically
after a specified duration.
z REC
x STOP
While recording, press z REC.
1
Press z REC repeatedly to set the duration time.
2
Each press advances the time as follows.
Normal
recording
0:30
1:00
1:30
2:00
2:30
3:00
3:30
4:00
The tape counter decreases minute by minute to 0:00, then the VCR stops
recording.
To extend the duration
Press z REC repeatedly to set a new duration time.
To cancel the duration
Press z REC repeatedly until the indicator disappears and the VCR returns to
normal recording mode.
To stop while recording
Press x STOP.
Note
•
You cannot display the current tape time in the display window when setting the recording
duration time.
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Recording stereo and bilingual programs
Recording stereo programs
When you receive a program broadcast in stereo, press AUDIO to display “Hi-Fi” on
the TV screen. You can also select “Left,” “Right,” or “Mono.” If there is noise in the
stereo program, select “Mono.” The sound will be recorded in monaural (on both hi-
fi and normal audio tracks) but with less noise.
Recording bilingual programs
Press AUDIO to display “SAP” on the TV screen. When a SAP (Second Audio
Program) is received, “SAP” appears on the TV screen. When “MAIN” is selected,
the VCR records only the main sound.
Selecting the sound during playback
During playback, press AUDIO to select the sound you want.
To listen to
Stereo
On-screen display
Display window
STEREO indicator
STEREO indicator
STEREO indicator
No indicator
Hi-Fi
Left
Left channel
Right channel
Right
Mono
Monaural sound on the
normal audio track
How sound is recorded on a video tape
The VCR records sound onto two separate tracks. Hi-fi audio is recorded onto the
main track along with the picture. Monaural sound is recorded onto the normal audio
track along the edge of the tape.
Monaural sound
Normal audio track
Hi-fi audio track
(main track)
Stereo sound
(left/right channels)
Notes
•
•
To play a tape in stereo, you must use the A/V connections.
When you play a tape recorded in monaural, the sound is heard in monaural regardless of the
AUDIO setting.
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Searching using various functions
The VCR automatically marks the tape with
an index signal at the point where each
recording begins.
SEARCH
You can easily find a specific point using
various search functions.
H PLAY
V/v/B/b
To search using the index function (Scan and Play)
The VCR automatically marks the tape with an index signal at the point where each
recording begins. Use these signals as references to find a specific recording.
Insert an indexed tape into the VCR.
1
2
Press SEARCH.
Scan and play:
Press
Press
Press
or
Go to
End search:
Press b to scan ahead, or B to scan backwards.
3
4
The VCR searches and then plays back for about five
seconds.
Scan and play
Press H PLAY to view that program.
If you do not press H PLAY, the VCR automatically searches for the next index
mark, or until it reaches the end of the tape.
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To search for the counter 0:00:00 point
To mark a point on the tape that you want to find later, reset the tape counter to
“0:00:00.”
The VCR automatically fast-forwards or rewinds to the 0:00:00 point on the tape
counter.
Press SEARCH.
1
2
Press V.
The VCR starts searching and automatically stops at
the 0:00:00 point.
Go to
To search for a blank portion of the tape
The VCR automatically searches for the beginning of a blank portion. You can easily
find a point you can start recording from.
Press SEARCH.
1
2
Press v.
The VCR starts searching and automatically stops at
the beginning of a blank space. If no blank space is
End search
found, the VCR reaches the end.
Note
•
Once in recording mode, if the VCR is put in pause and then released to start the recording,
no index mark will be inserted. An index mark will be inserted if the channel is changed
while VCR is put in pause.
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Adjusting the picture (tracking)
Although the VCR automatically adjusts the tracking
when playing a tape, distortion may occur if the
recording is in poor condition. In this case, manually
adjust the tracking.
Press TRACKING +/– to display the tracking meter.
The distortion should disappear as you press one of
the two tracking buttons.
To resume automatic tracking adjustment, eject the
tape and reinsert it.
Tracking
Tracking meter
Note
•
The auto tracking adjustment cannot be guaranteed to work with tapes recorded in the LP
mode on other VCRs.
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Changing menu options
You can change the tape length, auto play
and auto repeat settings. Normally the
default settings are used. Change these
settings if necessary.
SET UP
H PLAY
V/v/B/b
ENTER
Press SET UP when the DVD player is in stop
mode.
OPTION SETUP
1
2
3
:English
Language
Clock Set/Adjust
Channel Setup
Auto Power Off
[ Off ]
RF Output Channel [3CH]
V v
ENTER RETURN SET UP
Press V/v to select
ENTER.
(VIDEO) and press
VIDEO FUNCTION SETUP
Tape Length
Auto Play
Auto Repeat
[ T120 ]
[ On ]
[ Off ]
V v B b
RETURN SET UP
Press V/v to select the option to change.
VIDEO FUNCTION SETUP
Tape Length
Auto Play
Auto Repeat
[ T120 ]
[ On ]
[ Off ]
V v B b
RETURN SET UP
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Press B/b to change the setting.
4
5
Press SET UP to exit the menu.
Menu choices
The default settings are indicated in bold print.
Menu option
Set this option to
Tape Length
• T-120 when using a T-120 or shorter length tape.
•
•
T-160 when using a T-160 length tape.
T-180 when using a T-180 or longer length tape.
Auto Play
• On to start playback automatically, when you insert a tape with
its safety tab removed.
•
•
Off to turn off Auto play. You need to press H PLAY to start
playback, even if you insert a tape with its safety tab removed.
Auto Repeat
On to play back a tape repeatedly. The VCR rewinds a tape to
the beginning and restarts playback automatically.
• Off to turn off Auto repeat.
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Editing with another VCR
How to connect to record on this VCR
TV
This VCR (Recorder)
LINE-2 IN
Other VCR (Player)
LINE OUT
Audio/video cord
(not supplied)
: Signal flow
Notes
•
•
Make sure you connect the plugs to jacks of the same color.
If the other VCR is a monaural type and connected to this VCR’s LINE-2 IN jacks, connect
the audio plug to the AUDIO L (white) jack. The sound is recorded on both right and left
channels. If you connect to the AUDIO R (red) jack, the sound is recorded only on the right
channel.
•
•
If you connected this VCR to both the LINE IN and LINE OUT jacks of the other VCR,
select the input correctly to prevent a humming noise.
You can use the LINE IN 1 jacks for editing. If the other VCR is a monaural type the sound
is recorded only on the channel whose jack is connected to the audio plug. To record on both
right and left channels, connect the audio plugs to the AUDIO L/R jacks using an audio/video
cord (not supplied).
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Operation (when recording on this VCR)
Before you start editing
x
• Turn on the VCR and the TV and set
it to the video channel.
• Press INPUT SELECT to display
“LINE 1” or “LINE 2” in the display
window.
• Press SP/EP to select the tape speed,
SP or EP.
z REC
X
Insert a source tape with its safety tab removed into the other (playback) VCR.
1 Search for the point to start playback and set it to playback pause.
Insert a tape into this (recording) VCR. Search for the point to start recording
2 and press X.
Press z REC on this VCR to set it to recording pause.
3
4
To start editing, press the X (pause) buttons on both VCRs at the same time.
To stop editing
Press the x (stop) buttons on both VCRs.
Tip
•
To cut out unwanted scenes while editing, press X on this VCR when an unwanted scene
begins. When it ends, press X again to resume recording.
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Additional Information
General setup information
SET UP
V/v/B/b
ENTER
Press SET UP when the DVD player is in stop
mode, then press V/v to select
(OPTION), then press ENTER.
OPTION SETUP
1
:English
Language
Clock Set/Adjust
Channel Setup
Auto Power Off
[ Off ]
RF Output Channel [3CH]
V v
ENTER RETURN SET UP
Press V/v to select the option to change.
OPTION SETUP
2
:English
Language
Clock Set/Adjust
Channel Setup
Auto Power Off
[ Off ]
RF Output Channel [3CH]
V v B b
RETURN SET UP
Press B/b to change the setting.
3
When changing the “RF Output Channel,” confirmation messages will
appear. Press ENTER to confirm the messages.
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Press SET UP to exit the menu.
4
Menu choices
The default settings are indicated in bold print.
Menu option
Set this option to
Auto Power Off
•
•
“Off” to deactivate the Auto Power Off function.
“1Hr”/“2Hr” to turn the DVD-VCR off automatically if no
signal is received and you do not press any of the buttons
during this time.
RF Output Channel
•
•
“3CH” when using channel 3 to receive the VCR signal.
“4CH” when using channel 4 to receive the VCR signal.
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Setting the RF Output channel
When connecting the DVD-VCR to the TV
using only the antenna cable, you must set
the RF Output channel in the “OPTION
SETUP” menu so that the TV can receive the
correct signal from the DVD-VCR.
?/1
CH +/–
TV
TV/VIDEO
?/1
CHANNEL +/–
1 whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are used, set the switch to
either channel.
Press ?/1 to turn on the DVD-VCR.
2
3
4
Press TV/VIDEO to turn on “VIDEO” in the DVD-VCR’s display window.
Press CH +/– to display a channel number in the display window.
Select an active channel number in your area.
Turn on your TV and set it to the channel you selected in step 1 (3CH or 4CH).
5
The channel you selected in step 4 appears on the TV screen. If the channels
change when you press CH +/–, you have made the correct setting.
Whenever you use the DVD-VCR, set the TV to the channel selected in step 1.
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Attaching the external antenna connector
When using a 300-ohm twin lead cable for a
VHF/UHF antenna, use an antenna connector
(not supplied) to connect the antenna to the
DVD-VCR.
300-ohm twin
lead cable
Antenna
connector
(not supplied)
Loosen the screws on the antenna connector.
1
2
3
Wind the twin leads around the screws on the antenna connector.
Retighten the screws.
Attaching a VHF/UHF band mixer
When using both a 75-ohm coaxial cable and
a 300-ohm twin lead cable for a VHF/UHF
antenna, use a VHF/UHF band separator/
mixer (not supplied) to connect the antenna
to the DVD-VCR.
300-ohm twin
lead cable
VHF/UHF
band
separator/
mixer (not
supplied)
75-ohm coaxial
cable
Loosen the screws on the mixer.
1
Wind the twin leads around the screws on the mixer.
2
3
4
Retighten the screws.
Connect the 75-ohm coaxial cable to the mixer.
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Troubleshooting
If you have any questions or problems not covered below, please consult your nearest Sony
dealer. (For customers in USA)
General Troubleshooting
Symptom
Remedy
The ?/1 switch does not function.
•
•
Connect the AC power cord securely.
The power is turned on but the DVD-
VCR does not operate.
Moisture condensation has occurred. Turn the power off,
unplug the AC power cord and leave the DVD-VCR to
dry for over three hours.
The clock has stopped and “--:--”
appears in the display window.
•
The clock stops if the DVD-VCR is disconnected from
the wall outlet. Reset the clock (and timer).
The remote commander does not
function.
•
•
Make sure you are pointing the remote commander at the
remote sensor on the DVD-VCR.
Replace all the batteries in the remote commander with
new ones if they are weak.
•
•
Make sure the TV / DVD·VIDEO switch is set correctly.
Select correctly VIDEO or DVD with the SELECT DVD/
VIDEO button.
The tracking meter does not appear
on the screen.
•
•
The recording condition of the tape is very poor and
tracking cannot be adjusted.
You cannot control other TVs.
Set your TV’s code number. The code number may
change when you replace the batteries of the remote
commander.
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Symptom
Remedy
There is no picture/picture noise
appears.
•
•
•
Re-connect the connecting cord securely.
The connecting cords are damaged.
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. If you still experience problems even
when you connect your player directly to your TV, please
try connecting your player to your TV’s S-VIDEO input
•
•
You have set the player to progressive format (the
PROGRESSIVE indicator lights up in orange) even
though your TV cannot accept the progressive signal. In
Even if your TV is compatible with progressive format
(480p) signals, the image may be affected when you set
the player to progressive format. In this case, set
“Progressive” to “Off” and the player is set to normal
•
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jack is not used or
“Progressive” of the “SCREEN SETUP” menu is not set
correctly while the PROGRESSIVE indicator lights up in
Even though you set the aspect ratio
in “TV Type” of the “SCREEN
SETUP” menu the picture does not
fill the screen.
•
•
The aspect ratio of the disc is fixed on your DVD.
There is no picture from your VCR
connected to the LINE IN jacks.
The DVD player must be in standby mode to view
pictures from your VCR.
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
•
•
•
•
The amplifier (receiver) input is not correctly set.
The player is in pause mode or in Slow-motion Play mode.
The player is in fast forward or fast reverse mode.
If the audio signal does not come through the DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack, check the
audio settings (page 65).
Sound is noisy.
•
•
When playing a CD with DTS sound tracks, noise will
come from the LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks (page 36)
or DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL)
jack.
The sound volume is low.
The sound volume is low on some DVDs. The sound
volume may improve if you set “Audio DRC” to “Wide
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Symptom
Remedy
The disc does not play.
•
•
The disc is turned over.
Insert the disc with the playback side facing down on the
disc tray.
•
•
•
•
•
The disc is skewed.
The region code on the DVD does not match the player.
Moisture has condensed inside the player (page 3).
The player cannot play CD-Rs, CD-RWs, or DVD-Rs that
•
•
Make sure the TV / DVD·VIDEO switch is set correctly.
Select correctly VIDEO or DVD with SELECT DVD/
VIDEO button.
The MP3 audio track cannot be
•
The DATA CD is not recorded in the MP3 format that
conforms to ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2.
•
•
The MP3 audio track does not have the extension “.MP3.”
The data is not formatted in MP3 even though it has the
extension “.MP3.”
•
•
The data is not MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 data.
The player cannot play audio tracks in MP3PRO format.
The JPEG image file cannot be
played.
•
•
•
The DATA CD is not recorded in JPEG format that
conforms to ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2.
The JPEG image file does not have the extension “.JPG”
or “.JPEG.”
The data is not formatted in JPEG even though it has the
extension “.JPG” or “JPEG.”
•
•
Length or width of the image is more than 4720 dots.
The title of the MP3 audio album/
track or JPEG image album/file is not
correctly displayed.
The player can only display numbers and alphabet. Other
characters are displayed as asterisks.
The disc does not start playing from
the beginning.
•
Program play, shuffle play, or repeat play, has been
•
•
Resume play has taken effect (page 35).
The player starts playing the disc
automatically.
The disc features an auto playback function.
Playback stops automatically.
•
•
While playing discs with an auto pause signal, the player
stops playback at the auto pause signal.
You cannot perform some functions
such as stop, search, slow-motion
play, repeat play, shuffle play, or
program play.
Depending on the disc, you may not be able to do some
operations. See the operating manual that comes with the
disc.
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Symptom
Remedy
The language for the sound track
cannot be changed.
•
•
•
Try using the DVD’s menu instead of the direct selection
Multilingual tracks are not recorded on the DVD being
played.
The DVD prohibits the changing of the language for the
sound track.
The subtitle language cannot be
changed or turned off.
•
•
Try using the DVD’s menu instead of the direct selection
Multilingual subtitles are not recorded on the DVD being
played.
•
•
The DVD prohibits the changing of the subtitles.
The angles cannot be changed.
Try using the DVD’s menu instead of the direct selection
•
•
Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD being played.
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.
VCR Troubleshooting
Symptom
Remedy
The playback picture does not appear
on the TV screen.
•
Make sure the TV is set to the channel for the VCR. If
you are using a monitor, set it to video input.
The picture is not clear.
•
•
Adjust the tracking with the TRACKING +/– buttons.
The video heads are dirty (see the last page of
“Troubleshooting”). Clean the video heads using a Sony
video head cleaning cassette. If a Sony cleaning cassette
is not available in your area, have the heads cleaned at
your nearest Sony dealer (a standard service fee will be
charged). Do not use a commercially available liquid
type cleaning cassette, as it may damage the video heads.
•
•
The video heads may have to be replaced. Consult your
local Sony dealer for more information.
The picture rolls vertically during
picture search.
Adjust the vertical hold control on the TV or monitor.
The picture has no sound.
•
•
The tape is defective.
If you made A/V connections, check the audio cord
connection.
A TV program does not appear on
the TV screen.
•
•
Make sure the TV is set to the channel for the VCR. If
you are using a monitor, set it to video input.
Select the correct source with the INPUT SELECT or
CH +/– buttons. Select a channel number when recording
TV programs; select “L1” or “L2” when recording from
other equipment.
TV reception is poor.
•
Adjust the TV antenna.
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Symptom
Remedy
The tape starts playing as soon as it is
inserted.
•
•
•
The safety tab has been removed. To record on this tape,
cover the tab hole.
The tape is ejected when you press
z REC.
Check that the safety tab has not been removed.
Nothing happens when you press
Make sure the tape is not at its end.
z REC.
The timer does not operate.
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Check that the clock is set.
Make sure a tape has been inserted.
Check that the safety tab has not been removed.
Make sure the tape is not at its end.
Make sure a program has been set for timer recording.
Make sure your timer settings are past the current time.
Check that the cable box is turned on.
The clock stops if the DVD-VCR is disconnected from
the wall outlet for more than one minute. Reset the clock
and timer.
•
•
•
Turn the power off and unplug the AC power cord.
A tape cannot be inserted.
Check that a tape is not already in the tape compartment.
The VCR mechanism needs to be
cleaned.
Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a dry, soft
cloth, or a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild
detergent solution. Do not use any type of solvent, such
as alcohol or benzine.
Control by AV mouse is not possible.
•
The unit is not compatible with satellite TV receiver AV
mouse, etc.
Symptoms caused by contaminated video heads
• Normal picture
• Rough picture
• Unclear picture
• No picture (or
black & white
screen appears)
initial
terminal
contamination
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Glossary
Chapter (page 37)
DVD (page 6)
Sections of a picture or a music feature that
are smaller than titles. A title is composed of
several chapters. Depending on the disc, no
chapters may be recorded.
A disc that contains up to 8 hours of moving
pictures even though its diameter is the same
as a CD.
The data capacity of a single-layer and
single-sided DVD is 4.7 GB (Giga Byte),
which is 7 times that of a CD. The data
capacity of a double-layer and single-sided
DVD is 8.5 GB, a single-layer and double-
sided DVD is 9.4 GB, and double-layer and
double-sided DVD is 17GB.
The picture data uses the MPEG 2 format,
one of the worldwide standards of digital
compression technology. The picture data is
compressed to about 1/40 (average) of its
original size. The DVD also uses a variable
rate coding technology that changes the data
to be allocated according to the status of the
picture. Audio information is recorded in a
multi-channel format, such as Dolby Digital,
allowing you to enjoy a more real audio
presence.
Digital audio compression technology
developed by Dolby Laboratories. This
technology conforms to 5.1-channel
surround sound. The rear channel is stereo
and there is a discrete subwoofer channel in
this format. Dolby Digital provides the same
5.1 discrete channels of high quality digital
audio found in Dolby Digital cinema audio
systems. Good channel separation is realized
because all of the channel data are recorded
discretely and little deterioration is realized
because all channel data processing is digital.
Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) (page 61)
Audio signal processing technology that
Dolby Laboratories developed for surround
sound. When the input signal contains a
surround component, the Pro Logic process
outputs the front, center and rear signals.
The rear channel is monaural.
Furthermore, various advanced functions
such as the multi-angle, multilingual, and
Parental Control functions are provided with
the DVD.
DVD-RW (page 6)
A DVD-RW is a recordable and rewritable
disc that is the same size as a DVD VIDEO.
The DVD-RW has two different modes: VR
mode and Video mode. DVD-RWs created
in Video mode have the same format as a
DVD VIDEO, while discs created in VR
(Video Recording) mode allow the contents
to be programmed or edited.
Digital audio compression technology that
Digital Theater Systems, Inc. developed.
This technology conforms to 5.1-channel
surround sound. The rear channel is stereo
and there is a discrete subwoofer channel in
this format. DTS provides the same 5.1
discrete channels of high quality digital
audio.
Good channel separation is realized because
all of the channel data is recorded discretely
and little deterioration is realized because all
channel data processing is digital.
DVD+RW (page 6)
A DVD+RW (plus RW) is a recordable and
rewritable disc. DVD+RWs use a recording
format that is comparable to the DVD
VIDEO format.
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Interlace format
Interlace format shows every other line of an
image as a single “field” and is the standard
method for displaying images on television.
The even number field shows the even
numbered lines of an image, and the odd
numbered field shows the odd numbered
lines of an image.
Compared to the Interlace format that
alternately shows every other line of an
image (field) to create one frame, the
Progressive format shows the entire image at
once as a single frame. This means that
while the Interlace format can show 30
frames/60 fields in one second, the
Progressive format can show 60 frames in
one second. The overall picture quality
increases and still images, text, and
horizontal lines appear sharper. This player
is compatible with the 480 progressive
format.
Title (page 37)
The longest section of a picture or music
feature on a DVD, movie, etc., in video
software, or the entire album in audio
software.
Track (page 37)
Sections of a picture or a music feature on a
CD or VIDEO CD (the length of a song).
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Specifications
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, Pb, Pr)
Phono jack
Y: 1.0 Vp-p/Pb, Pr: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
S-VIDEO OUT
System
Laser
Semiconductor laser
Format
4-pin, mini-DIN jack
Y: 1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, sync negative
C: 0.286 Vp-p, load impedance 75 ohms
VHS NTSC standard
Video recording system
Rotary head helical scanning FM system
Video heads
Timer section
Double azimuth four heads
Video signal
Clock
Quartz locked
Timer indication
12-hour cycle
Timer setting
8 programs (max.)
NTSC color, EIA standards
Tape speed
3
SP: 33.35 mm/s (1
inches/s)
8
EP: 11.12 mm/s ( 7 16 inches/s)
LP: 16.67 mm/s ( 11 inches/s),
16
playback only
General
Maximum recording/playback time
8 hrs. in EP mode (with T-160 tape)
Rewind time
Power requirements
120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power consumption
25 W
Approx. 1 min (with T-120 tape)
Power back-up
Tuner section
Back-up duration: 0 min
Operating temperature
0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F)
Storage temperature
–20°C to 60°C (–4°F to 140°F)
Operating humidity
25% to 80%
Channel coverage
VHF 2 to 13
UHF 14 to 69
CATV A-8 to A-1, A to W, W+1 to W+84
Antenna
75-ohm antenna terminal for VHF/UHF
Dimensions including projecting parts and controls
(w/h/d)
Inputs and outputs
LINE IN 1 and LINE-2 IN
Approx. 430 × 85 × 287 mm
(Approx. 17 × 3.4 × 11.5 inches)
VIDEO IN, phono jack (1 each)
Mass
Input signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced, sync
negative
Approx. 3.6 kg (Approx. 7.9 lbs)
AUDIO IN, phono jacks (2 each)
Input level: 327 mVrms
Supplied accessories
Input impedance: more than 47 kilohms
LINE OUT
Remote commander (1)
Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type connectors (1)
Audio/video cord (pinplug ×3 y pinplug ×3) (1)
VIDEO OUT, phono jack (1)
Output signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced, sync
negative
AUDIO OUT, phono jacks (2)
Standard output: 327 mVrms
Load impedance: 47 kilohms
Output impedance: less than 10 kilohms
DIGITAL OUT
Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. registered mark.
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sony Corporation has
determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR®
guidelines for energy efficiency.
OPTICAL, Optical output jack
–18 dBm (wave length: 660 nm)
COAXIAL, phono jack
Output signal: 0.5 Vp-p, 75 ohms
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Refer to the pages indicated in parentheses ( ) for details.
Front panel
SLV-D550P
SLV-D350P
L DIAL TIMER*2 (50)
M
Remote sensor (10)
N CHANNEL/TRACKING +/– buttons*1
P LINE-2 IN VIDEO/AUDIO L/R jacks*3
H m (rewind)/M (fast-forward) button
1
*
H and CHANNEL + buttons have a tactile
dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference.
SLV-D550P only
Covered
2
3
*
*
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Display window
K Playing time/clock/current status
∗ SLV-D550P only
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Rear panel
DVD player and VCR
DVD player only
G COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Pr/Pb/Y
jacks (64)
J DIGITAL AUDIO OUT/COAXIAL jack
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Remote commander for DVD
J
K
SKIP button (34)
M H PLAY button*1 (34)
ENTER button*2 (20)
T ENTER button*2 (20)
W
X .PREV (previous)/> NEXT
1
*
Number 5, AUDIO and H PLAY buttons
have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a
reference.
The ENTER buttons 14 and 20 can be used
interchangeably.
D Number buttons*1 (29)
2
*
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Remote commander for VIDEO
H AUDIO button*1 (100)
I
SKIP button (43)
J SP (Standard Play)/EP (Extended Play)
button (45)
M H PLAY button*1 (42)
ENTER button*2 (20)
Q VCR Plus+ button*3 (55)
R CH (channel)/TRACKING +/– buttons*1
T ENTER button*2 (20)
Y m (rewind)/M (fast-forward) y (slow)
buttons (42)
D Number buttons*1 (29)
1
*
Number 5, AUDIO, H PLAY and
CH/TRACKING + buttons have a tactile dot.
Use the tactile dot as a reference.
2
3
*
*
The ENTER buttons 14 and 20 can be used
interchangeably.
SLV-D550P only
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DVD Audio/Subtitle Language
Abbreviation
ARA
CHI
Language
Arabic
Chinese
Croatian
Czech
CRO
CZK
DAN
DEU
ENG
ESP
Danish
German
English
Spanish
Finish
FIN
FRA
GRE
HUN
IDN
French
Greek
Hungarian
Indonesian
Hindi
IND
ISL
Icelandic
Italian
ITA
IWR
JPN
Hebrew
Japanese
Korean
KOR
MAL
NLD
NOR
POL
POR
RUS
SVE
THA
TUR
VIE
Malay
Dutch
Norwegian
Polish
Portuguese
Russian
Swedish
Thai
Turkish
Vietnamese
Afrikaans
ZAF
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Index
Numerics
J
S
16:9 68
Safety tab 46
4:3 Letter Box 68
4:3 Pan Scan 68
SAP (Second Audio Program)
L
Searching
Language selecting 20
LP mode 46
A
Adjusting
for a blank portion 102
for the counter 0 point 102
Scan and Play 101
Shuffle play 83
SP mode 45
STEREO 86
Stereo 100
Subtitle 80
M
picture 103
tracking 103
Monaural 100
Monitoring audio during
playback 100
Angle 79
Antenna hookup 15
Audio track 100
Audio/video (A/V) hookup 14
Auto Clock Set 22
N
Normal audio track 100
C
T
P
Timer setting
Cable hookup 13
Channel line-up chart 30
Cleaning the video heads 115
Clock setting 22
Commercial Skip 42
Connecting
Parental Control 73
PBC (Playback control) 97
Picture adjustment 103
Playback
daily/weekly recording 48
using the Dial Timer 50
using the VCR Plus+
system 55
frame by frame 43
MP3 audio track 89
program play 81
Adjusting
Cable TV 19
external antenna connector
U
Usable discs 6
repeat play 84
selecting the sound 100
shuffle play 83
VHF/UHF band mixer 111
Counter 43
V
VCR Plus+ system
channel set up 30
recording 55
skip 42
VIDEO CDs 97
D
Demonstration Mode 54
Dial Timer 50
Disabling channels 28
Presetting channels 26
Program play 81
Z
Zoom 78
R
Recording
bilingual programs 100
SAP broadcasts 100
saving 46
DVD 6
E
Editing 106
EP mode 45
stereo broadcasts 100
using the Dial Timer 50
using the VCR Plus+
system 55
H
while watching another
Handling discs 8
Hi-fi audio track 100
Repeat play 84
RF channel 110
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