Sony CX777ES Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES)
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CD/DVD Player Operating Instructions For customers in the U.S.A Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DVP-CX777ES - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 2
symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the you for purchasing this Sony CD/DVD Player. Before operating this player, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. 2 - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 3
cover. Make sure that "NO DISC" appears on the front panel display. 3 Wait for 10 seconds, then press ?/1 to turn off the player. The player enters standby mode. 4 Disconnect the AC power cord. If you have any questions or problems concerning your player, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. 3 - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 4
Welcome 2 Precautions 3 About This Manual 6 This Player Can Play the Following Discs 6 Notes About the Discs 8 Index to Parts and Controls 9 Guide to the Control Menu Display 14 Hookups 17 Hooking Up the Player 17 Step 1: Unpacking 17 Step 2: Preparing the Remote 17 Step 3: Connecting the - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 5
Displaying the Subtitles 75 Adjusting the Picture (VIDEO CONTROL 76 Using Various Additional Functions 80 Locking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL 80 Controlling Your TV or AV Amplifier (Receiver) With the Supplied Remote 84 Settings and Adjustments 87 Using the Setup Display - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 6
)/MPEG which compresses audio data. This Player Can Play the Following Discs Format of discs DVD VIDEO (page 101) DVD-RW (page 101) Super Audio CD (page 101) VIDEO CD Music CD "DVD VIDEO" and "DVD-RW" are trademarks. Region code Your player has a region code printed on the back of the unit - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 7
format, Joliet • Data part of CD-Extras • DVD-ROMs • DVD Audios * A logical format of files and folders on CDROMs defined by ISO (International Standards Organization). Also, the player cannot play the following discs: • A DVD VIDEO with a different region code. • A disc recorded in a color system - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 8
), it may be because burrs remain on the outer edge of the disc, particularly CDs. In order to ensure stable operation, remove the burrs by rubbing the edge of the disc with the side of a pen or pencil. Check the discs in the two slots to the left and right of the center slot - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 9
Index to Parts and Controls For more information, see the pages in parentheses. Front panel A [/1 (on/standby) button (33) B PROGRESSIVE indicator (90) - Lights up when the player outputs progressive signals. C SACD (Super Audio CD) indicator Lights up when: - playing a Super Audio CD. - no disc is - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 10
a DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW Disc type All discs mode (44) Playing status Current play mode (44) Lights up when you can change the angle (74) Current disc Current title and chapter (66) Current audio signal (69) Playing time (66) When playing back a VIDEO CD with Playback Control (PBC) (41) Disc type - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 11
To turn off the front panel display Press FL OFF on the player. The front panel display turns off, and the FL OFF indicator on the player lights up. z Hint You can adjust the lighting of the front panel display by setting "DIMMER" in "CUSTOM SETUP" (page 91). 11 - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 12
intended for future applications. F S VIDEO OUT 1/2 jacks (19) G COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, PB/ CB, PR/CR) jacks (19) H COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/SCAN SELECT switch (90) I COMMAND MODE switch (18) J RS232C jack* K S-LINK/CONTROL S IN jack (19) 12 - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 13
button (35)(84) U ENTER button (84) V WIDE MODE/DISC SKIP - button (35)(84) W FOLDER button (50) X PICTURE MEMORY button (52) Y ANGLE button (74) Z TIME/TEXT button (65) wj SACD/CD (Super Audio CD/CD) button (40) wk SACD MULTI/2CH (Super Audio CD multi/2 channel) button (40) wl INSTANT SEARCH button - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 14
After sliding the TV/DISC EXPLORER/DVD switch to DVD, press DISPLAY/FILE repeatedly to turn on or change the Control Menu display as follows: , Control Menu display 1 m Control Menu display 2 (DVD/VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD/CD only) m ADVANCED display (DVD only, see page 67) m Control Menu display off - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 15
in the edit mode of the Disc Explorer function (page 65). TIME/TEXT (page 61) Checks the elapsed time and the remaining playback time. Use to input the time code when searching for a scene or music. Displays the DVD/Super Audio CD/CD text or the DATA CD's track name (page 65). MULTI/2CH (page 40 - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 16
(page 47) Plays the entire disc (all titles/all tracks/all albums) repeatedly or one title/chapter/ track/album repeatedly. A-B REPEAT (page 48) Specifies the parts you want to play repeatedly. VIDEO CONTROL (page 76) Adjusts the video signal from the player in various ways. Select the setting - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 17
that you have the following items: • Audio/video cord (pinplug × 3 y pinplug × 3) (1) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Step 2: Preparing the Remote You can control the player using the supplied remote. Insert two Size AA (R6) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 18
more than one Sony DVD player If the supplied remote interferes with your other Sony DVD player, set the command mode for this player and the supplied remote to one that differs from the other Sony DVD player. The default command mode setting for this player and the supplied remote is DVD1. 1 Slide - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 19
or AV amplifier (receiver) to LINE OUT VIDEO 1 or 2 CD/DVD player TV, projector or AV amplifier (receiver) to COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (yellow) (green) (blue) (red) to S-LINK/ CONTROL S IN (page 20) to S VIDEO OUT 1 or 2 S-link (control S) cord (not supplied) TV or video component with S-LINK - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 20
the remote sensor on the TV or video component. This feature is convenient if you place the player and the TV or video component at a distance from each other. Connect the TV or video component via the S-LINK/CONTROL S jack using an S-link (control S) cord (not supplied). Refer to the instructions - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 21
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. 21 - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 22
that best suits your system. Be sure to also read the instructions for the components you wish to connect. Select a connection Select one (5.1 ch) (page 101) - DTS (5.1 ch) (page 101) - Super Audio CD Multi channel (page 101) or AV amplifier (receiver) with digital input jacks having a Dolby - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 23
Hookups z Hint If you have an AV amplifier that conforms to the 96 kHz sampling frequency, use connection D . * Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby," "Pro Logic," and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. **"DTS" and "DTS Digital Surround" are registered - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 24
A Connecting to your TV This connection will use your TV's speakers for sound. CD/DVD player (white) TV (white) (red) (red) (yellow)* Audio/video cord (supplied) to LINE OUT AUDIO L/R 1 or 2 (yellow) to audio input l : Signal flow * The yellow plug is - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 25
to an MD deck or DAT deck, use B-2 . In this case, you can also connect the player directly to the MD deck or DAT deck without using your stereo amplifier (receiver). CD/DVD player Hookups Optical digital cord (not supplied) Remove jack cap before connecting Stereo audio cord (not supplied - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 26
discs. If your amplifier (receiver) has L and R audio input jacks only, use C-1 . If your amplifier (receiver) has a digital input jack, use C-2 . CD/DVD player ) z Hint For correct speaker location, refer to the operating instructions of the amplifier (receiver). 26 Notes • When connecting 6 - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 27
its digital jack using D-2 . With the following connections, you can enjoy a more realistic audio presence in the comfort of your own home. CD/DVD player Hookups to DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) to 5.1CH OUTPUT Optical digital cord (not supplied) Remove jack cap before connecting Stereo audio - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 28
surround sound using the internal Dolby Digital, DTS, or Super Audio CD Multi decoder of this player. (when 6 speakers are connected, set "SURROUND" to "OFF the surround sound effects of this player. z Hints • For correct speaker placement, refer to the instructions of the connected components. • To - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 29
[/1. 3 Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen. "Press [ENTER] to run QUICK SETUP" appears at QUICK" under "SETUP" in the Control Menu to run Quick Setup (page 88). 4 Press ENTER before inserting a disc. The Setup Display for selecting the - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 30
◆ If you have a wide-screen TV or a 4:3 standard TV with a wide-screen mode • 16:9 (page 89) 8 Press ENTER. The Setup Display for selecting the type of type of jack used to connect your amplifier (receiver) appears. Is this player connected to an amplifier (receiver) ? Select the type of jack you - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 31
connected, select "NONE." 19Press ENTER. "SUBWOOFER" is selected. SPEAKER SETUP(DVD) SIZE: DISTANCE: LEVEL(FRONT): LEVEL(REAR): TEST TONE: OFF FRONT surround sound effects To enjoy the surround sound effects of this player or your amplifier (receiver), set the following items as described - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 32
conforms to the 96 kHz sampling frequency (page 93). • The speaker size settings made in steps 16 to 20 will also apply when a Super Audio CD is played. To change the settings for Super Audio CDs, select "SUPER AUDIO CD t" in "SPEAKER SETUP" and adjust the "SIZE" settings (page 94). 32 - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 33
number by skipping 10 slots. After sliding the TV/DISC EXPLORER/DVD switch to DISC EXPLORER or DVD, press DISC SKIP +/- on the remote. 10 disc slots before or after the current disc slot number will be skipped. To skip 100 slots, press +100 on the player. Notes • Do not turn the turntable by hand - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 34
disc you want to remove. 4 Press A DISC EJECT. The loading guide rises so that you can remove the disc easily. Loading guide A DISC EJECT Depending on the disc, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your disc. [/1 N VIDEO .-/>+/ DISC - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 35
player starts playing the selected disc. Adjust the volume on the TV or the amplifier (receiver). Depending on the disc, a menu may appear on the TV screen. For DVD VIDEOs, see page 38. For VIDEO CDs, see page 41. Additional operations A DISC EJECT OPEN/CLOSE N X x To change the disc Press DISC - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 36
display. The OPEN/CLOSE button on the player and the remote do not work while the Child Lock is set. To unlock the front cover When the player is in standby mode, press O RETURN, ENTER, and then [/1 again. Note Even if you select "RESET" under "SETUP" in the Control Menu (page 88), the front cover - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 37
• When playing a DATA CD, the point where you stopped playing is cleared when the player enters standby mode. • This function is not available for Program Play or Shuffle Play. • This function may not work with some discs. The player remembers the point where you stopped the disc even if you press - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 38
want using the TOP MENU/EDIT button. When you play DVDs that allow you to select items such as the language for disc's menu by pressing TOP MENU or MENU on the player. Number buttons C/X/x/c ENTER TOP MENU/ EDIT MENU/ SORT 1 Select a disc (page 35). 2 Press TOP MENU/EDIT or MENU/ SORT. The disc - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 39
off. Note Repeat Play and A-B Repeat Play do not work across "ORIGINAL" and "PLAY LIST" titles. Playing Discs X/x DISPLAY/ FILE ENTER 1 Select a disc (page 35). 2 Press DISPLAY/FILE while the player is in stop mode. The Control Menu appears. 3 Press X/x to select (ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST), then - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 40
You can also select "MULTI/2CH" from the Control Menu (page 15). Selecting the playback layer of hybrid Super Audio CDs Some Super Audio CDs consist of an HD layer and a CD layer. You can select the playback layer you want to listen to. 1 Press SACD/CD while the player is in stop mode. Each time you - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 41
TV screen and the player starts continuous play. You cannot play still pictures such as a menu. To return to PBC playback, press x twice then press H. 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 - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 42
ORETURN MENU/ SORT 1 Select a disc (page 35). 2 Press MENU/SORT. The list of MP3 albums recorded on the DATA CD appears. 1( 30) ROCK BEST HIT display the lists with the MENU button on the player. Notes About playback • This player can play MP3 audio tracks recorded in the following sampling frequencies: - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 43
recognize the tracks. You can also play discs recorded in Multi Session. Refer to 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 - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 44
a play mode for Super Audio CDs, select the playback layer or area you want to listen to (page 40). Each play mode function works only within the selected layer or playback area. Selecting the disc mode (One Disc or All Discs) You can play one disc or all of the discs in the player. Before setting - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 45
DISCS) and press ENTER. The options for "ONE DISC/ALL DISCS" appear. 1 2 ( 2 7 ) 1 8 ( 3 4 ) ALL DISCS ALL DISCS ONE DISC PLAY DVD 1 Press DISPLAY/FILE twice. The Control . By selecting All Discs mode (page 44), you can create a program for all of the discs in the player. Number buttons CLEAR - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 46
disc "?" appears when the player has not loaded the disc information in the memory. If an empty slot is loaded, the disc type does not appear. 6 Select the title, chapter, or track you want to program. ◆ When playing a DVD disc, title and chapter ◆ When playing a VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD or CD - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 47
mode (page 44), you can shuffle all of the discs in the player. CLEAR H X/x DISPLAY/ FILE ENTER 1 Press DISPLAY/FILE twice during playback. The Control Menu appears. 2 Press X/x to select (SHUFFLE), then press ENTER. The options for "SHUFFLE" appear. 1 2 ( 2 7 ) 1 8 ( 3 4 ) PLAY DVD OFF OFF - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 48
" from the Control Menu (page 14). Repeating a specific portion (AB Repeat Play) 2 Press REPEAT repeatedly to select the item to be repeated. ◆ When playing a DVD VIDEO • DISC: repeats all of the titles on the current disc in One Disc mode, or all of the discs in All Discs mode. • TITLE: repeats - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 49
appears. • A-B Repeat Play does not work for titles containing still pictures on a DVD-RW in VR mode. • A-B Repeat Play does not work across multiple titles ("ORIGINAL" or "PLAY LIST") on a DVD-RW in VR mode. A-B REPEAT Set point A with ENTER . Playing Discs 4 During playback, when you find the - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 50
information even when the power is in standby mode. Press LOAD before turning on the player. Viewing information about the loaded discs You can view the loaded discs using the Disc Explorer. The player has 7 folders ("ALL," "DVD," "CD," "A" to "D") and can display the contents of each folder. All - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 51
• press X/x • after sliding the TV/DISC EXPLORER/DVD switch to DISC EXPLORER or DVD, press the number buttons and ENTER • after sliding the TV/DISC EXPLORER/DVD switch to DISC EXPLORER or DVD, press DISC SKIP +/-. To skip 100 disc slots ahead, press +100 on the player. Press ENTER to start playback - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 52
C/c to highlight the disc number. Highlight the disc number. ALL DVD CD A B 1 Super Car Chase 2 3 Skiing the World 4 Music Madness 5 C D Action DVD Classical CD Action DVD CD VIDEO CD 4 Press CLEAR. The stored jacket picture is deleted. To cancel the edit mode Press ORETURN until - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 53
Explorer) Filing Discs in the Folder (File Mode) You can file your discs in four individual folders, "A" to "D." Even if you file discs from folders "ALL," "DVD," or "CD" to folders "A" to "D," those discs are not deleted from the "ALL," "DVD," or "CD" folders. You can file up to 400 discs in one - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 54
3 Press X/x to select the disc. 4 Press ENTER. The disc to be deleted is selected. To delete other discs, repeat steps 3 and 4. Selected disc ALL DVD CD A B C D 2 CD 4 Music Madness CD 11 CD 23 CD To cancel the file mode Press ORETURN. To turn off the Disc Explorer, press ORETURN again - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 55
for and Managing Discs (Disc Explorer) Labeling Discs and Folders (Edit Mode) You can label the disc with a personal title of 16 characters (Disc Memo) (when DVD/CD text is not recorded on the disc). You can also label the folders "A" to "D" with a title of 3 characters. The Disc Memo can be - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 56
Disc Memo or folder name is stored. The entered Disc Memo ALL DVD CD A B C 2 BRAHMS SYMPHONY4 4 Music Madness 23 D Classical CD CD CD on the front panel when the player is in standby mode. 2 Press [/1 to turn on the player. 3 Perform steps 1 and 2 of "Labeling a disc or folder" (page 55). - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 57
picture in the memory of the player is displayed. Selected genre ALL DVD CD A B 1 2 Skiing the World 3 Music Madness 4 5 C D Classical CD Action DVD CD VIDEO CD VIDEO CD C/X/x/c TOP MENU/EDIT ENTER ORETURN 1 Select the disc on the Disc Explorer (steps 1 and 2 of "Searching for - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 58
Sorting Discs (Sort Mode) You can sort the discs in the folder by the disc slot number, text information (DVD/Super Audio CD/CD TEXT or Disc Memo) or genre. The text information is sorted alphabetically. TV/DISC EXPLORER/ DVD switch FOLDER Selected disc ALL DVD CD A B C 1 Super Car Chase - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 59
198 Highway Touring 2 BRAHMS SYMPHONY4 4 Music Madness D Action DVD Action DVD Action DVD Classical CD CD To cancel the sort mode Press ORETURN. SORT disappears from the Disc Explorer. If you press ORETURN again, the Disc Explorer turns off. z Hint The discs in the same genre are sorted by - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 60
speed changes. With each press the indication changes as shown below. Actual speeds may differ with some discs. Playback direction ×2B t FF1M t FF2M t FF3M C m c M H Note Depending on the DVD/VIDEO CD, you may not be able to do some of the operations described. Locating a point quickly (Search - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 61
a scene using the time code. Number buttons CLEAR Searching for a Scene X/x DISPLAY/ FILE ENTER 1 Select a disc (page 35). 2 Press DISPLAY/FILE during playback. The Control Menu appears. 3 Press X/x to select the search method. ◆ When playing a DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW DISC TITLE CHAPTER TIME/TEXT or - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 62
starting point by inputting the time code. ◆ When playing a VIDEO CD without PBC Playback DISC TRACK INDEX ◆ When playing a VIDEO CD with PBC Playback DISC SCENE INDEX ◆ When playing a Super Audio CD/CD DISC TRACK INDEX ◆ When playing a DATA CD (MP3 audio) DISC ALBUM TRACK Example: when you select - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 63
CD/CD/ DATA CD only) by pressing the number buttons and ENTER. Notes • You cannot search for a still picture on a DVDRW in VR mode. • You cannot search for a scene on a DVD+RW using the time code. • The title, chapter or track number displayed is the same number recorded on the disc. Searching - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 64
press x. To return to the previous scene, select the top left scene (located at box 1) and press X. • You can also select "PICTURE NAVIGATION" from the Control Menu (page 14). Notes • Depending on the disc, you may not be able to select some items. • The sound is muted when using this function. 64 - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 65
upon the type of disc you are playing. To check the DISC MEMO, DVD/Super Audio CD/CD text, or track/album names (MP3 audio) Press TIME/TEXT repeatedly in step 2 to display the Disc MEMO or text recorded on the DVD VIDEO/Super Audio CD/CD/ DATA CD. The DVD/Super Audio CD/CD text appears only when - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 66
the time information on your TV screen. When playing a DVD VIDEO or DVD-RW Title playing time and current disc, title and chapter number When playing a VIDEO CD (without PBC functions), Super Audio CD, or CD Track playing time and current disc, track and index number Remaining time of the current - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 67
using the Control Menu (page 15). Checking the Play Information You can check information during playback, such as the correct bit rate or the disc layer. Notes • Depending on the type of disc being played, the DVD/Super Audio CD/CD text or track name may not be displayed. • The player can only - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 68
a DATA CD, you can display the audio bit rate (the amount of data per second of the current audio) on your TV screen. Bit rate T 17:30 128k PLAY JAZZ RIVER SIDE Album name Track name Indicates the approximate point where the disc is playing. If it is a dual-layer DVD, the player indicates - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 69
change the sound for Super Audio CDs. • Some DVDs prohibit changing sounds during playback. In this case, change the sounds using the disc's menu (page 38). Displaying the disc's audio information Press DISPLAY/FILE during playback to display the Control Menu. Select "AUDIO" using X/x. The channels - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 70
by numbers as follows: For Dolby Digital 5.1 ch: Rear component 2 SURROUND Mode Settings You can enjoy surround sounds while playing discs, including Dolby Digital and DTS DVDs, even if you have only 2 or 4 speakers. Select the surround mode that best suits your speaker setup. SUR DOLBY DIGITAL - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 71
), you cannot select these modes.) • NORMAL SURROUND • ENHANCED SURROUND • VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT • VIRTUAL MULTI REAR • VIRTUAL MULTI DIMENSION To cancel the setting speakers. TVS was developed by Sony to produce surround sound for home use using just a stereo TV. If the player is set up to output the - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 72
Software with 2 channel audio signals is decoded with the Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) decoder to create surround effects. The rear speakers will emit identical monaural sounds. If you are using a center speaker, the appropriate sounds for the center speaker will be delivered. L R ◆VIRTUAL MULTI - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 73
RS: Rear speaker (right) : Virtual speaker z Hints • You can select "SURROUND" by pressing the SURROUND button on the player. • You can also select "SURROUND" from the Control Menu (page 15). Notes • To enjoy the multichannel audio through the 5.1CH OUTPUT jacks, correctly set each speaker position - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 74
Note Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may not be able to change the angles even if multi-angles are recorded on the disc. If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on the DVD VIDEO, "ANGLE" to the selected angle. z Hint You can also select "ANGLE" from the Control Menu (page 15). 74 - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 75
Displaying the Subtitles If subtitles are recorded on the discs, you can change the subtitles or turn them on and off whenever you want while playing a DVD. To turn off the subtitles Select "OFF" in step 2. z Hint You can also select "SUBTITLE" from the Control Menu (page 15). Note Depending on the - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 76
the video signal of a DVD or VIDEO CD from the player to obtain the picture quality you want. Choose the preset Video Control setting that best suits disc. As long as "PLAYBACK MEMORY" in "CUSTOM SETUP" is set to "ON" (default), the Video Control settings for up to 400 discs remain in the player's - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 77
player automatically detects whether the software specifically to "VIDEO," the video based software conversion method will be always applied regardless of the software type. See "Glossary" for details about the video based software and film based software 1 Press VIDEO CONTROL repeatedly to select " - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 78
disc may become more apparent. If this happens, it is recommended that you use the BNR function with the DVE function. If the condition still does not improve, reduce the DVE level, or select "SOFT" (DVD only). • Some DVDs adjustment controls the part region adjusts the dark areas and the lower region - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 79
4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust the brightness level of other areas that you select. Try to keep the line that connects the brightness level of each area as smooth and straight as possible, as shown below. How to lighten the dark areas of an image How to darken the light areas of an image 0% 58 - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 80
for both Parental Control and Custom Parental Control. Custom Parental Control You can set the same Custom Parental Control password for up to 400 discs. When you set the 401st disc, the first disc is canceled. 2 Press DISPLAY/FILE while the player is in stop mode. The Control Menu appears. 3 Press - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 81
of some DVD VIDEOs 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 H X/x ENTER DISPLAY/ FILE 1 Press DISPLAY/FILE while the player is in stop mode. The Control Menu - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 82
PLAYER t," then press ENTER. ◆ If you have not entered a password The display for registering a new password appears. PARENTAL CONTROL LEVEL: STANDARD: OFF USA USA OTHERS PARENTAL CONTROL . When you select "OTHERS t," select and enter a standard code in the table on page 83. 7 Press X/x to select - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 83
on this player. • Depending on the disc, you may be asked to change the parental control level while playing the disc. In this case, enter your password, then change the level. If the Resume Play mode is canceled, the level returns to the previous level. Area Code Standard Argentina Australia - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 84
you have set may be reset to the default setting. Set the appropriate code number again. Controlling TVs with the remote TV/DISC EXPLORER/ DVD switch Number buttons [/1 VOL +/- TV/VIDEO WIDE MODE ENTER 1 Slide the TV/DISC EXPLORER/DVD switch to TV. 2 Hold down [/1, and enter the manufacturer - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 85
Switches to or from the wide mode of a Sony wide TV TV/VIDEO Switches the TV's input source between the TV and other input sources The button works even if the TV/DISC EXPLORER/DVD switch is set to DVD Code numbers of controllable TVs If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 86
96 * If you cannot control the volume of your Sony AV amplifier (receiver) with the remote, try entering the code number 91, and change the command mode of your amplifier (receiver) to "COMMAND MODE [AV1]" (not all amplifiers have this option). Refer to the instructions supplied with your amplifier - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 87
88 to 97. Note Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over the Setup Display settings and not all of the functions described may work. X/x DISPLAY/ FILE ENTER 1 Press DISPLAY/FILE when the player is in stop mode. The Control Menu appears. 2 Press X/x to select (SETUP), then press - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 88
the Quick Setup mode Select "QUICK the player as DVD VIDEO only) You can select the desired language for the disc's menu. ◆ AUDIO (DVD code from "Language Code List" on page 105 using the number buttons. Note When you select a language in "MENU," "SUBTITLE," or "AUDIO" that is not recorded on the DVD - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 89
:9 Note Depending on the DVD, "4:3 LETTER BOX" may be selected automatically instead of "4:3 PAN SCAN" or vice versa. ◆ SCREEN SAVER The screen saver image appears when you leave the player in pause or stop mode for 15 minutes, or when you play a Super Audio CD, CD, or DATA CD (MP3 audio) for more - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 90
that does not accept signals in progressive format 480p, or if the software's video signals are not suited for progressive video signal conversion, view format (480p) compatible TV, change the setting on your TV, not the player. FULL Select this when you can change the aspect ratio on your TV. - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 91
CONTROL (page 76)** - SUBTITLE (page 75)* * DVD VIDEO only **DVD VIDEO/VIDEO CD only Notes • The player can store the settings of up to 400 discs. When you store the setting of disc number 401, the first disc setting is canceled. • The Playback Memory function cannot be used for DVD-RWs in VR mode - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 92
the player selects PCM, DTS, and Dolby Digital sound tracks in this order. ◆ CD DIRECT Eliminates the use of unnecessary circuits when playing CDs. This DRC (Dynamic Range Control) (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW only) Makes the sound clear when the volume is turned down when playing a DVD that conforms to " - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 93
sounds. Multi-channel audio signals are downmixed to two channels for use with your stereo. ◆ DIGITAL OUT (except Super Audio CD) Selects if or speakers. • DOLBY DIGITAL (DVD VIDEO/DVD- RW only) Selects the type of Dolby Digital signal. D-PCM Select this when the player is connected to an audio - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 94
48kHz/16bit when a "SURROUND" mode (page 70) is selected. • discs. 1 Follow steps 1 through 4 of "Using the setup display" (page 87) to select "SPEAKER SETUP" in the Setup display. SPEAKER SETUP DVD: SUPER AUDIO CD: 2 Select "DVD" or "SUPER AUDIO CD" using X/x, then press ENTER. Example: when "DVD - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 95
. This setting affects only "VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT," "VIRTUAL MULTI REAR," and "VIRTUAL MULTI DIMENSION" mode (page 72). 90 45 20 • SUBWOOFER YES NONE Select • Even if there are fewer than 6 speakers connected, the player distributes the audio signal components to the front speakers. ◆ DISTANCE - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 96
. SUBWOOFER (When "SIZE" is set to the (DVD: -5 dB/ default settings): SUPER Set this between -10 dB AUDIO CD: and +10 dB in 0.5 dB 0 dB) volume of all the speakers at one time Use the amplifier's (receiver's) volume control. ◆ TEST TONE The speakers will emit a test tone. Use this when you - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 97
Adjusting the speaker volume and level 1 Select "SPEAKER SETUP" in the Setup Display. 2 Select "TEST TONE" and set to "ON." You will hear the test tone from each speaker in sequence. 3 From your listening position, select "LEVEL (FRONT)" or "LEVEL (REAR)" and adjust the value using X/x. The test - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 98
If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the player, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repairs. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Power The power is not turned on. , Check that the AC power cord - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 99
. , The remote is not pointed at the remote sensor on the player. , The COMMAND MODE switch setting on the remote does not match the setting on the player (page 18). The disc does not play. , The disc is skewed. , The player cannot play certain discs (page 6). , The region code on the DVD does not - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 100
a fallen disc. After you have checked the inside of the rotary table and resolved any possible problems, press H. E XX (xx is a number) To prevent a malfunction, the player has performed the self-diagnosis function. , Contact your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 101
functions such as the multi-angle, multilingual, and Parental Control functions are provided with the DVD. DVD-RW (page 6, 39) A DVD-RW is a recordable and rewritable disc that is the same size as the DVD VIDEO. The DVD-RW has two different modes: VR mode and Video mode. DVD-RWs created in Video - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 102
of an image. Progressive conversion method (page 76) • Video based software conversion Video shows an image by alternately displaying every other line of an when compared to the Interlace format. Interlace pictures This player solves this problem by increasing the speed at which the frames are - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 103
CD player. CD layer HD layer • 2 channel + Multi-channel Super Audio CD This disc consists of the 2 channel playback area and the multi-channel playback area. 2 channel playback area Multi-channel playback area Title (page 10, 15, 61) The longest section of a picture or music feature on a DVD - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 104
Specifications System Laser: Semiconductor laser λ = 780 nm for CD λ = 650 nm for SA-CD and DVD Emission duration: continuous Signal format system: NTSC Audio characteristics Frequency response: DVD VIDEO (PCM 96 kHz): 2 Hz to 44 kHz (44 kHz: -2 dB ±1 dB), Super Audio CD ohms S-LINK (CONTROL S IN): - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 105
Greek 1144 English 1145 Esperanto 1149 Spanish 1150 Estonian 1151 Basque 1157 Persian 1165 Finnish 1166 Fiji 1171 Faroese 1174 French 1181 Frisian Code Language 1183 Irish 1186 Scots Gaelic 1194 Galician 1196 Guarani 1203 Gujarati 1209 Hausa 1217 Hindi 1226 Croatian 1229 Hungarian 1233 Armenian - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 106
Lock 36 COMMAND MODE 18 COMPONENT OUT 90 Connecting 19 Continuous play DATA CD 42 DVD 34 Super Audio CD/CD/ VIDEO CD 34 Control Menu 14 CONTROL S 19 CUSTOM 87 CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL 80 CUSTOM SETUP 91 D DATA CD 6, 42 DIGITAL OUT 93 Digital output 93 DIMMER 91 DISC 61 Disc Explorer 50 Disc Memo 55 - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 107
TITLE 15, 61 Title 10, 103 TITLE VIEWER 63 TOP MENU 38 TRACK 15, 61 Track 10, 42, 103 TRACK SELECTION 91 TRACK VIEWER 63 Troubleshooting 98 TV TYPE 89 TVS (TV Virtual Surround) 70 U Usable discs 6 V VIDEO CD 6, 34 VIDEO CONTROL 76 VIDEO OFF 35 107 - Sony CX777ES | Operating Instructions (DVD Player DVPCX777ES) - Page 108
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Operating Instructions
For customers in the U.S.A
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit.
Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. DVP-CX777ES
Serial No.______________
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 Centre
at 1-877-899-7669 or write to us at:
Customer Information Service 115 Gordon Baker Road, Toronto,
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DVP-CX777ES
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