Sony SLV-D251P Operating Instructions (primary manual)

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    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
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    DVD player is harmful to eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. USE OF ANY CONTROLS operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature Sony DVD Player/Video Cassette Recorder. Before operating this player, please read this manual
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    Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8 Do not install near any of time. 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has player, take out any discs. If you don't, the disc may be damaged. On adjusting volume when playing DVD
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    contents 2 WARNING 2 Welcome! 2 General Precautions 3 Important Safety Instructions 3 DVD Precautions 6 About this manual 6 This player can play the following discs 7 Notes about discs Getting Started 8 Step 1 : Unpacking 9 Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander 10 Step 3 : Basic hookups 17 Step
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    sound 74 Virtual surround setting 76 Playing an MP3 audio track 80 Playing JPEG image files 84 Playing VIDEO CDs with "PBC ON/ OFF" Functions VCR Additional Operations 86 Quick Timer Recording 87 Recording 99 Troubleshooting 104 Glossary 106 Specifications 107 Index to parts and controls 112 DVD
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    3) is a standard format defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio data. This player can play the following discs Format of discs DVD VIDEO DVD-RW 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 and only will play
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    Audio discs • HD layer on Super Audio CDs * A logical format of files and folders on CD-ROMs, defined by ISO (International Standard Organization). Also, the player cannot play the following discs: • A DVD VIDEO with a different region code. • A disc recorded in a color system other than NTSC, such
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    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
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    to operate your Sony TV. If the TV does not have the symbol near the remote sensor, this remote commander will not operate the TV. TV / DVD·VIDEO SELECT VIDEO SELECT DVD Remote sensor To operate the DVD player the VCR your TV Set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO, then press SELECT DVD and point at
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    16 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
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    hookups. Note that "Advanced Hookups" (page 48) 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
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    on your or TV: A, B, or C. VHF B UHF or VHF C UHF B Use this hookup if you are using a VHF-only antenna (you get channels 2-13 only) DVD-VCR Rear of TV VHF/UHF A Match the type of connector on your or TV: A, B, or C. VHF B For connector types B and C, no or UHF UHF connection
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    /disabling channels manually" on page 25. Notes • If you connect the AC power cord before the antenna connections are completed, the channels may be incorrectly set. If this happens, see "Step 6 : Presetting channels" on page 23. • Do not press any buttons on the DVD-VCR or remote commander during
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    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 Wall DVD-VCR Connect this cable directly to your TV if you do not have a cable
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    /disabling channels manually" on page 25. Notes • If you connect the AC power cord before the antenna connections are completed, the channels may be incorrectly set. If this happens, see "Step 6 : Presetting channels" on page 23. • Do not press any buttons on the DVD-VCR or remote commander during
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    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 Wall Cable box DVD-VCR Rear of TV VHF/UHF A Match the type of connector on your or TV: A, B, or C. VHF B or UHF For connector
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    your TV. • To control the DVD-VCR, set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO on the remote (page 9). • Set the "RF Output Channel" to "3CH" or "4CH" in "OPTION SETUP" menu (page 95). If your TV is connected to the DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to video input. • If the DVD player is in play mode
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    4 Press SET UP to exit the menu. 18 Selecting a language
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    your area are not yet sending time signals, set the time manually (page 21). 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 remote (page 9). • Set the "RF Output Channel" to "3CH" or "4CH" in
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    For the fastest response, select your local PBS station. • For "Time zone" Select the time zone of your area, or select "Auto" to have the DVD-VCR automatically set your time zone. CLOCK SET/ADJUST Clock data CH Time zone Daylight saving [ Auto ] [ Pac. ] [ Auto ] The options are: Auto y Atl
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    set the clock manually (page 21). • If you made Hookup 3, make sure you leave the cable box on. • To record TV programs using DVD-VCR is turned off. Using Manual Clock Set 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 remote
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    3 Press V/v to select "Manual", then press ENTER. CLOCK SET/ADJUST Time Date Year 12:00AM 1/ 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
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    turn it on. • To control the DVD-VCR, set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO on the remote (page 9). • Set the "RF Output Channel" to "3CH" or "4CH" in "OPTION SETUP" menu (page 95). If your TV is connected to the DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to video input. • If the DVD player is in play mode
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    4 • To preset cable TV channels: Press B/b to select "Cable TV." CHANNEL SETUP Ant/Cable [ Cable TV ] Auto Channel Memory Channel Add/Delete Guide Channel Setup • To preset VHF and UHF channels: Press B/b to select "Antenna." VvBb RETURN SET UP CHANNEL SETUP Ant/Cable [ Antenna ] Auto
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    control the DVD-VCR, set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO on the remote (page 9). • Set the "RF Output Channel" to "3CH" or "4CH" in "OPTION SETUP" menu (page 95). If your TV is connected to the DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to video input. • If the DVD player Add/Delete Guide Channel Setup
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    O RETURN to confirm the setting. 6 Press SET UP to exit the menu. Note • If you have not preset channels automatically, you cannot preset/disable channels manually. 26 Presetting channels
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    to the operating instructions supplied with your disc. 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 DVD player (page
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    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/DVD+Rs only Tips • The Instant Replay function is useful when you want to review a scene or dialog that
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    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
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    5.1-channel decoder system must be connected to the digital jack of the DVD player. • Set the sound to "STEREO" using the AUDIO button when you play DTS sound tracks on a CD (page 73). • Do not play DTS sound tracks without first connecting the DVD player to an audio component having a built-in DTS
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    counter position, voice language, subtitle language and Custom AV Mode setting. Refer to "DVD Audio/Subtitle Language" on page 112 for the abbreviation of the language. Type of Note • You cannot select disc information items when the disc is stopped. continued Guide to the on-screen display 31
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    time or remaining time) using B/b (DVD and CD only). DVD Indication T T C C Counter information CD Indication T T D D Counter information Elapsed playing time of the current track Remaining time of the current track Elapsed playing time of the disc Remaining time of the disc 32 Guide
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    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 is increased. Powerful sound with strong bass. Tip • When you watch a movie, "Cinema 1" or "Cinema 2" is recommended. Guide to the on-screen
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    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. 34 Locking the disc tray (Child Lock
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    . • 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 VCR (page 9). ?/1 Z TRACKING +/- CLEAR / m/M y ./> X PAUSE x STOP H PLAY DISPLAY Basic Operations 1 Insert a tape. The
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    tape Rewind the tape Eject the tape Press x STOP X PAUSE 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 turn off the power while rewinding (Rewind Shut Off) Press ?/1 while the tape is rewinding. The power
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    Basic Operations To play/search at various speeds Playback options Operation View the picture during fast- During fast-forward, hold down M. During rewind, hold forward or rewind down m. Play at high speed • During playback, briefly press M or m. The tape continues to play at 5 times normal
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    Tapes recorded in the LP mode on other VCRs can be played back on this VCR 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
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    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 VIDEO to control the VCR (page 9). • To record from a cable box, turn it on. • Make
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    times as long as SP (Standard Play). However, SP produces better picture and audio quality. 4 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
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    Basic Operations 2 If your TV is connected to the VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to the TV's antenna input; if not, skip this step. 3 Select another channel on the TV. To watch a DVD while recording 1 Press SELECT DVD to control the DVD player. 2 Press Z and place the disc on the disc tray
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    on the TV screen. • Set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO, then press SELECT VIDEO to control the VCR (page 9). • 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. • If the DVD player is in play mode, you cannot
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    Press O RETURN to exit the menu. 5 The indicator appears in the display window and the VCR stands by for recording. Timer recording will operate properly regardless if the DVD- VCR power is on or off. To record from a decoder or other source, leave the connected equipment switched on. To stop
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    display window. 2 If your TV is connected to the VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to the TV's antenna input; if not, skip this step. 3 Select another channel on the TV. To watch a DVD after setting the timer 1 Press SELECT DVD to control the DVD player. 2 Press Z and place the disc on the disc
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    on the TV screen. • Set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO, then press SELECT VIDEO to control the VCR (page 9). • When using a decoder, turn it on. • 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
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    . 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
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    for timer recordings. To unlock the DVD-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
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    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 doubleD symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. DVD-VCR (red) Stereo audio cord (not supplied) (white) to LINE OUT
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    You are not able to enjoy the surround sound effects of this player. You must make connections using B-1 and B-2 . ∗ "DTS" and "DTS Digital Out" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. DVD-VCR Advanced Hookups 1 Stereo audio Coaxial digital (red) cord (not cord (not supplied) supplied
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    images. DVD-VCR or or TV l : Signal flow (DVD only) Audio cord (not supplied) Coaxial digital cord (not supplied) Optical digital cord ( 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 "
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    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. S-Video/Component Video hookup
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    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 1 Press SET UP when the DVD player is in stop mode, then press V/v to select (DVD), DVD SETUP then press ENTER. Language Setup Audio Setup Screen Setup
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    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
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    according to the playback and connection conditions. SET UP V/v/B/b ENTER O RETURN 1 Press SET UP when the DVD player is in stop mode, then press V/v to select (DVD), DVD SETUP then press ENTER. Language Setup Audio Setup Screen Setup Parental Setup: V v ENTER RETURN SET UP 2 Press
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    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. On Increases
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    "On," then press ENTER. VvBb TV Type Black Level Progressive RETURN SET UP SCREEN SETUP [ 4:3 Letter Box ] [ Off ] [ On ] 3 Follow the instructions appearing on the screen. 1 Ensure your TV is (480p) Progressive Scan capable. 2 Connect with Component Video Output jacks (red/green/blue connections
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    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". Screen
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    track language You can set various languages for the disc's menu, sound track or subtitle. SET UP V/v/B/b ENTER 1 Press SET UP when the DVD player is in stop DVD SETUP mode, then press V/v to select (DVD) and press ENTER. Language Setup Audio Setup Screen Setup Parental Setup: V v ENTER
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    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 SUBTITLE LANGUAGE B Audio Follow English Français Deutsch Espa
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    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 1 Press SET UP when the DVD player is in stop mode, then press V/v to select (DVD) and DVD SETUP press ENTER. Language Setup Audio Setup Screen
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    DVD Settings and Adjustments 3 Press b to set the parental control. • If you have not entered a password CREATE PASSWORD The display for registering a new password appears. Enter Password Enter a 4-digit password using the number ---- buttons. -~9 RETURN The display for confirming the
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    which Parental Control is set 1 Insert the disc, then press H PLAY. The display for entering your password appears. 2 Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons. The player starts playback. If you forget your password 1 Remove the disc and turn off the DVD-VCR. 2 Turn on the DVD-VCR again
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    titles, you can select the title you want using the TOP MENU button. When you play DVDs that allow you to select items such as the language for the subtitles and the language for the sound, select these items using the MENU button. Number buttons x STOP V/v/B/b ENTER MENU TOP MENU 1 Press TOP
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    3 Press ENTER. 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. 64 Using the DVD's menu
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    zoom into a JPEG image, see "Playing JPEG image files" on page 80. ZOOM V/v/B/b ENTER DVD Additional Operations 1 Press ZOOM. " " appears. 2 Press V/v/B/b to move " " to the Notes • You cannot use 4× magnification when you play VIDEO CDs. • The zoom function may not work depending on the
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    angles If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on the DVD, " " appears in the display when you press ANGLE 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
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    the language. 3 Press V/v repeatedly to select "On." 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. Displaying the subtitle 67
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    ) 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 V/v/B/b ENTER 1 Press REPEAT when the DVD player is in stop mode. PROGRAM SHUFFLE 68 Various play mode functions (Program play
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    last programmed number is canceled. You can also cancel the last programmed number by pressing CLEAR. 3 Follow step 3 for new programming. DVD Additional Operations To cancel all the programmed numbers 1 Follow steps 1 and 2 of "Creating your own program (Program play)." 2 Press v repeatedly to
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    shuffle the playback order of tracks. Subsequent "shuffling" may produce a different playing order. CLEAR REPEAT B/b ENTER 1 Press REPEAT when the DVD player is in stop mode. PROGRAM SHUFFLE 2 Press B/b to select "SHUFFLE", then press ENTER. PROGRAM SHUFFLE To return to normal play Press
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    REPEAT or B/b repeatedly to select the item to be repeated. 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
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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. • You cannot repeat play VIDEO CDs with PBC function on. See "Playing VIDEO CDs with "PBC ON/OFF" Functions" on page 84. 72 Various play mode functions (Program play, Shuffle play
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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. With CDs, DATA CDs, or VIDEO CDs, you can select the sound from the right or
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    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 1 Press SURROUND during playback. Off
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    DVD Additional Operations To cancel the setting Select "Off" in step 2. Notes • similar surroundings. • If you use the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack and set "Dolby Digital" to "Dolby Digital" or "DTS" to "On" in "AUDIO SETUP" menu (page 52), sound will come from your speakers but it
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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 1 Press Z and place a DATA CD on the disc tray, then press Z to close the tray. Select a Media Type When you load
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    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. DVD Additional Operations continued Playing an MP3 audio track 77
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    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
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    DVD Additional Operations 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
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    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 1 Press Z and place a DATA CD on the disc tray, then press Z to close the tray. Select a Media Type When you load a DATA CD which contains MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image
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    want to zoom in. 4 Press ENTER repeatedly to change the magnification. Each time you press ENTER, the magnification changes as shown below. 2× t normal magnification IMAGE DVD Additional Operations continued Playing JPEG image files 81
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    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
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    DVD Additional Operations 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
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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 also use the number buttons to select the item number and track. 84 Playing VIDEO CDs with "PBC ON/OFF" Functions
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    "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
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    time. Each press advances the time as follows. 0:30 1:00 1:30 2:00 2:30 3:00 3:30 4:00 Normal recording 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
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    window STEREO indicator STEREO indicator STEREO indicator No indicator 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
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    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. 1 Insert an indexed tape into the VCR. 2 Press SEARCH. Scan and play: Press or Go to Press End search: Press 3 Press b to scan ahead, or
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    stops at the beginning of a blank space. If no blank space is found, the VCR reaches the end. End search 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
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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
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    repeat settings. Normally the default settings are used. Change these settings if necessary. SET UP H PLAY V/v/B/b ENTER VCR Additional Operations 1 Press SET UP when the DVD player is in stop OPTION SETUP mode. Language :English Clock Set/Adjust Channel Setup Auto Power Off [ Off ] RF
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    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. 92 Changing menu options
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    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
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    and set it to playback pause. 2 Insert a tape into this (recording) VCR. Search for the point to start recording and press X. 3 Press z REC on this VCR to set it to recording pause. 4 To start editing, press the X (pause) buttons on both VCRs at the same time. To stop editing Press the x (stop
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    Additional Information General setup information SET UP V/v/B/b ENTER Additional Information 1 Press SET UP when the DVD player is in stop mode, then press V/v to select OPTION SETUP (OPTION), then press ENTER. Language :English Clock Set/Adjust Channel Setup Auto Power Off [ Off ]
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    . Menu option Auto Power Off RF Output Channel Set this option to • "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. • "3CH" when using channel 3 to receive
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    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. TV ?/1 CH +/- TV/VIDEO ?/1 CHANNEL +/- 1 Set the RF Output channel to "3CH" or "4CH" (see page 95 to set the channel), whichever channel is not
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    an antenna connector (not supplied) to connect the antenna to the DVD-VCR. 300-ohm twin lead cable Antenna connector (not supplied) 1 Loosen 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)
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    VIDEO or DVD with the SELECT DVD/ VIDEO button. • The recording condition of the tape is very poor and tracking cannot be adjusted. • Set your TV's code number. The code number may change when you replace the batteries of the remote commander. Additional Information continued Troubleshooting 99
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    52). • When playing a CD with DTS sound tracks, noise will come from the LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks (page 30) or DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack. • The sound volume is low on some DVDs. The sound volume may improve if you set "Audio DRC" to "Wide Range" (page 53). 100 Troubleshooting
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    on the disc tray. • The disc is skewed. • The player cannot play certain discs (page 6). • 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 are not finalized (page 7). • Make sure the TV
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    on the remote (page 63). • 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
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    a program has been set for timer recording. • Make sure your timer settings are past the current • The clock stops if the DVD-VCR is disconnected from the wall outlet for tape compartment. The VCR mechanism needs to be cleaned. • Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a dry, Troubleshooting 103
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    -channel format, such as Dolby Digital, allowing you to enjoy a more real audio presence. 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
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    still images, text, and horizontal lines appear sharper. This player is compatible with the 480 progressive format. Title (page 31) The longest DVD, movie, etc., in video software, or the entire album in audio software. Track (page 31) Sections of a picture or a music feature on a CD or VIDEO CD (
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    .67 mm/s ( 11 16 inches/s), playback only Maximum recording/playback time 8 hrs. in EP mode (with T-160 than 10 kilohms DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL, Optical controls (w/h/d) Approx. 430 × 85 × 287 mm (Approx. 17 × 3.4 × 11.5 inches) Mass Approx. 3.6 kg (Approx. 7.9 lbs) Supplied accessories Remote commander
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    eject) button (36) G z REC (record) button (40) H m (rewind)/M (fast-forward) button (29) (36) I x (stop) button (28) (36) J X (pause) button (28) (36) K H (play) button*1 (28) (36) L Remote sensor (9) M CHANNEL/TRACKING +/- buttons*1 (39) (90) N SELECT DVD/VIDEO buttons (9) O LINE-2 IN VIDEO/AUDIO
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    DVD indicator (28) B Record indicator (40) C VIDEO indicator (36) D Tape indicator (36) E Timer indicator (43) F STEREO indicator (87) G Playing time/clock/current status indicator (28) (36) H SURR (surround) indicator (74) I DTS indicator (53) J Disc indicator (28) 108 Index to parts and controls
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    and VCR A AC power cord (10) (13) B LINE IN 1 VIDEO/AUDIO L/R jacks (93) C LINE OUT VIDEO/AUDIO L/R jacks (11) D IN (FROM ANT.) connector (12) E OUT (TO TV) connector (12) DVD player only F LINE OUT AUDIO L/R jacks (50) G COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Pr/Pb/Y jacks (51) H S-VIDEO OUT jack (50) I DIGITAL
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    Remote commander for DVD A Z (open/close) button (27) (28) B TV / DVD•VIDEO switch (9) C SELECT DVD button (9) D Number buttons*1 (26) E CLEAR button (69) F ANGLE button (66) G SET UP button (17) H SUBTITLE button ( buttons 14 and 20 can be used interchangeably. 110 Index to parts and controls
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    Remote commander for VIDEO A Z (eject) button (36) B TV / DVD•VIDEO switch (9) C SELECT VIDEO button (9) D Number buttons*1 (26) E CLEAR button (37) (43) F SET UP button (17) G TIMER button (42) H AUDIO button*1 (87) I SKIP button (37) J
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    DVD Audio/Subtitle Language Abbreviation ARA BUL CHI CRO CZE DAN DEU ENG ESP FIN FRA GRE HUN IDN IND ISL Hungarian Indonesian Hindi Icelandic Italian Hebrew Japanese Korean Malay Dutch Norwegian Polish Portuguese Russian Swedish Thai Turkish Vietnamese Afrikaans 112 DVD Audio/Subtitle Language
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    external antenna connector 98 VHF/UHF band mixer 98 Counter 37 Custom AV Mode 33 D Daily/weekly recording 43 DATA CD 6, 76, 80 Disabling channels 25 DOLBY DIGITAL 48, 73 DTS 49, 73 Dubbing. see Editing DVD 6 E Editing 93 EP mode 40 H Handling discs 7 Hi-fi audio track 87 I Instant Advance 28 Instant
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