SONY_ 3091_712_12/110s
DVD Player/
Video Cassette
Recorder
Operating Instructions
For customers in the USA
If you have any questions about yore Sony DVD-VCR 7,oll may call Sony Customer
Intormation 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-SONW (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 wolking prope!_, please call 1-877-602-2008 tbr Peace of Mind
Warranty Replacement service.
Fo! other p!oduct 1elated questions please contact ore Customer Information Service
Center a_ 1-877-899-7669 or write to us at: Customer Intbmlation Selvice 115 Gordon
Baker Road, Toronto, Ontario, M2H 3R6
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SLV-D550P v__'
SLV-D350P
© 2004 Sony Corporation
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
personnel only.
To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not place objects
filled with liquids, such as
vases, on the apparatus.
CAUTION
The use of optical instnnnents with
this product will increase eye
hazard As the laser beam used in
this DVD player isharmful to eyes,
do not attempt to disassemble the
cabinet.
Refer sel_,-ming to qualified
personnel only
USE OF ANY CONTROLS,
ADJUSTMENTS. OR
PRO(EDURES OTHER THAN
THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS
RADIATION EXPOSURE.
This spmbol is
intended to alert the
/tser to the presence
of mfinsulated
"dangerous voltage"
within the product's
enclo sm-e that may be
of sufficient
nlagnitude to
co1_sr_tutea r_sk of
electric shock to
persons
This symbol is
intended to alert the
user to the presence
of ilnportant
operating and
nlalntenance
(servicing)
mstrucfio_s in tlle
1geramre
accompanying the
appliance
2 WARNING
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTR_
SHOCK. MATCH WIDE BLADE
OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT.
FULLY INSERT
For customers in the U.S.A
Owner's Record
T!le model and serial numbers are
located at the rear of the refit.
Record the serial number in the
space provided below Refer to
them whenever you call upon your
Sony dealer regarding fills product
Mode! No
Serial No
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any
changes or modifications not
eN)ressly approved in this manual
could void your authority to
operate this eqmpment
This eqmpment has been tested
and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device,
p/nsuant to Pall 15 of the FCC
Rules. Tl_ese limits are desigzied to
provide reasonable protection
against harmfifi interference m a
residemial installation This
equlpnlent generates,/ises, and can
radiate radio frequency energy
and. if not installed and used m
accordance with _11einstructions,
may cause hannf/d interference to
radio COlllnlunlcations However,
there is no guarantee d_at
interference will not occur m a
pallicular installation. If this
eqmpment does cause harmfid
interference to radio or television
reception, which can be
detemmled by turning the
eqmpment off and on, the user is
encouraged to tlT to correct the
interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Reorient or relocate the
recelvlng antenna.
Increase the separation between
the equipment and receiver
Collllect the equlpnlent illto an
outlet on a circuit different from
/'hat to which the receive* is
connected
Consult the dealer or an
experienced radioiTV technician
for help
Thank you %r purchasing this
Sony DVD Playel;%'ideo Cassette
Recorder. Before operating this
player, please read this mamml
thoroughly and retain it for fimne
reference
General
Precautions
• Operate the m_it only on
120 VAC, 60 Hz.
• This mlit is not
disconnected from the AC
power so,tree (mains) as
long as it is comlected to
the wall outlet, even if the
unit itself has been turned
off.
• Unplug the trait from the
wall outlet if you do not
intend to use it _br an
extended period of time.
To disconnect the cord, pull
it out by the plug, never by
the cord.
• 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
operating the unit.
• Do not install the trait in a
confined space such as a
book or similar unit.
• Do not install the unit in an
inclined position. It is
designed to be operated in a
horizontal position onl>
• Keep the _mit and cassettes
away from equipment with
strong magnets, such as
microwave ovens or large
loudspeakers.
• Do not place heavy ol_iects
on the unit.
Important Safety
Instructions
1 Readthese instructions.
2 Keep these insn-uctions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do not use this apparatus near water.
6 Clean only with dry cloth.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install
in accordance with the xnanu±'acturer's
instructions.
8 Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
9 Do not defeat the safet?' purpose of the
polarized or grounding-b'pe plug. A polarized
plug has two blades _ith one wider than the
other. A _otmding type plug has two blades
and a third grotalding prong. The wide blade or
the third prong are provided for yottr safety. If
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an elecn-ician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit fi-oxn
the apparatus.
11 Only use attachxnentsiaccessories specified by
the mamlt_acturer.
12 Use only x_ith the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manui:acmrer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
x_hen lnoving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid inju_- from tip-over.
13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning StOleS
or when unused for long periods of time.
14 Refer all servicing to qualified sexa'ice
personnel. Sexa;icing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in an?' x_a?_ such
as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid
has been spilled or ol_iects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate nonnall?_ or
has been dropped.
DVDPrecautions
On safety
• Caution The use of optical insnvlnents with
this woduct will increase eye hazard.
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the
apparatus.
• Should an?' solid object or liquid ihll into the
cabinet, unplug the player and have it checked
by qualified personnel bei\)xe operating it any
fulther.
On operation
• If the player is brought directly from a cold to a
_ann location, or is placed in a vex)' damp
room. moisture may condense on the lenses
inside the player. Should this occur, the player
may not operate properl?: 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 vel 7 low level inputs or no audio
signals. If you do, the speakers may be damaged
when a peak level section is played.
On cleaning discs
Do not use a colranercially available cleaning disc.
It xnay cause a malftmction.
IMPORTANTNOTICE
Caution: This player is capable of holding a
still video image or on-screen display image
on ?_ur television screen indefinitely. If you
leave the still video image or on-screen display
image displayed on yottr TV ±br an extended
period of time you risk permanent damage to
?'our television screen. Projection televisions
are especially susceptible to this.
Important Safety Instructions 3
Table of 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
8 Notes about discs
Getting Started
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
30 Step 7 : Setting up the VCR Plus+<_system (SLV-D550P only)
Basic Operations
33 Playing discs
37 Guide to the on-screen display
40 Locking the disc tray (Child Lock)
41 Playing a tape
44 Recording TV programs
47 Recording TV programs using the
timer
50 Recording TV programs using the
Dial Timer (SLV-D550P only)
55 Recording TV programs using the
VCR Plus+ _ system (SLV-D550P
only)
58 Checking/changing/canceling timer
settings
60 Locking the DVD-VCR (Child Lock)
Advanced Hookups
61 A/V Receiver hookup
63 S-Video/Component Video hookup
DVD Settings and
Adjustments
65 Audio Setup
67 Screen Setup
71 Setting the display or sound track
language
73 Parental Control (limiting playback
by children)
4 Table of contents
DVD Additional Operations
76 Using the DVD's menu
78 Zooming into a scene
79 Changing the angles
80 Displaying the subtitle
81 Various play mode functions
(Program play, Shuffle play, Repeat
play)
86 Changing the sound
87 Virtual surround setting
89 Playing an MP3 audio track
93 Playing JPEG image files
97 Playing VIDEO CDs with "PBC ON/
OFF" Functions
VCR Additional Operations
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
Additional Information
108 General setup information
112 Troubleshooting
11"/ 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 lnanufactttred trader
license from Gemstar Development Coz_poration.
Caution
For use of the VCR
Television programs, fihns, 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.
For use of the DVD player
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.
Table of contents 5
Aboutthis manual
Check your model name
The instructions in this manual are fbr the 2
models: SLV-D550P and SLV-D350P. Check
your model name by looking at the rear
panel of yonr DVD-VCR.
SLV-D550P is the model used for illustration
purposes. Any difference in operation is
clearly indicated in the text, for example,
"SLV-D550P only".
• This manual mainly explains operations
using the remote, but the same operations can
also be perfomled using the buttons on the
DVD-VCR having the same or similar
names.
• "DVD" may be used as a general term for DVD
VIDEOs. DVD-R\Vs, DVD-Rs, and DVD+RWs
DVD+Rs.
• The meaning of the icons used in this manual is
described belm_ :
Icon Meaning
Ftmctions available for DVD
VIDEOs and DVD-RWs, DVD-
Rs in video mode or DVD+R\Vs
DVD+Rs
Functions ax ailable for DVD-
RWs in VR (Video Recording)
mode
Ftmctions available for VIDEO
CDs, Super VCDs or CD-Rs, CD-
RWs in video CD l\_nnat or Super
VCD fonnat
Ftmctions available for DATA
CDs (CD-ROMs, CD-Rs CD-
RWs containing MP3* audio
u-acks or JPEG files)
Functions available for music
CDs or CD-Rs CD-RWs in music
CD fonnat
Functions available for VHS
VIDEOs
MP3 (MPEG 1Audio Layei 3) is a standaid format
defined by ISO, MPEG which compresses audio
data
This player can play the
following discs
Format of discs
DVD VIDEO
VIDEO
DVD-RW
RW
V,OEOCO
os, CD
IIBr_ITAL AUglI_I
"DVD VIDEO" and "DVD-R\V" are trademarks.
Region code
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.
DVDs labeled _ will also play on this player.
If you try to play any other DVD VIDEO, the
message "Playback prohibited by area limitations 2'
_ill 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.
About this manual
Example of discs that the player
cannot play
The player cannot play the following discs:
• All (D-ROMs (including PHOTO CDs)'CD-
Rs'CD-RWs other than those recorded in the
following formats:
music CD format
video CD fore, at
MP3 or JPEG fore, at that conforms to
ISO9660" Level 1,Level 2
• Data part of CD-Extras
• DVD-ROMs
• DVD Audio discs
• HD layer on Super Audio CDs
* A logical tbrmat of files and foldeis on CD-ROMs,
defined by ISO (Internaiional 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 as PAL or SECAM (this player
confom_s to the NTSC color system).
• A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g.,
card, heart).
• A disc with paper or stickers on it.
• A disc that has the adhesive of cellophane tape
or a sticker still left on it.
Notes about DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs,
DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs,or CD-Rs/CD-
RWs
Some DVD-RWs DVD-Rs, DVD+RWsi
DVD+Rs, or CD-RsiCD-RWs cannot be played
on this player due to the recording quality or
physical condition of the disc, or the
characteristics of the recording device and
authoring software.
The disc will not play if it has not been correctly
finalized. Also, images in DVD-RW discs with
CPRM* protection may not be played if they
contain a copy protection signal.
* CPRM (Content Protection i\)r Recordable
Media) is a coding technology that protects the
cop>Tight of images.
Note on playback operations of
DVDsand VIDEOCDs
Some playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO
CDs may be intentionally set by software
producers. Since this player plays DVDs and
VIDEO CDs according to the disc contents the
software producers designed, some playback
featnres may not be available. Also, refer to the
instructions supplied with the DVDs or VIDEO
CDs.
Music discs encoded with
copyright protection technologies
This product is designed to playback discs that
confom_ to the Compact Disc ((D) standard.
Recently various music discs encoded with
copyright protection techno!ogies are marketed
by some record companies. Please be aware that
among those discs, there are some that do not
confoml to the CD standard and may not be
playable by this product.
This player can play the following discs 7
Notesabout discs
• To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its
edge. Do not touch the snrface.
• 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.
Notes about discs
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
• Audio/video cord
(pinplug ×3 H pinplug ×3)
• Size AA (R6) batteries
Note
• The supplied remote commander is for the exclusive use of this DVD-VCR.
Unpacking9
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.
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 (o) can be used
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
00o
@00
®00_
©00
O®O0
To operate
the DVD player
the VCR
your TV
Set TV / DVD.VIDEO to
DVD'VIDEO then press SELECT DVD and point at the remote sensor at
the DVD-VCR
DVD.VIDEO. then press SELECT VIDEO and point at the remote sensor
at the DVD-VCR
TV and point at the remote sensor at yotu- 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. relnove the batteries
to avoid possible damage from battel T leakage.
• Do not use a new battery with an old one.
• Do not use different types of batteries.
• Do not leave the remote colmnander in an exn-emely hot or humid place.
• Do not drop any ±k_reign ol_iect 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.
10 Setting up the remote commander
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.
Hold down I'(_), and enter your TV's code number using the number buttons.
Then release I '(_.).
Now you can use the I/(_.), VOL +M, CH +M, MUTING*, TViVIDEO 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 Son?"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 Code number
Sony 01
Akai 04
AOC 04
Centre-ion 12
Coronado 03
Curtis-Mathes 12
Daewoo 22
Davtron 12
Emerson 03, 04, 14
Fisher 11
General Electric 06, 10
LGiGold Star 03, 04, 17
Hitachi 02, 03
J.C.Penney 04, 12
JVC 09
KMC 03
Magnavox 03, 08, 12
Marantz 04, 13
MGAiMitsubishi 04, 12, 13. 17
NEC 04, 12
TV brand Code number
Panasonic 06. 19
Philco 03.04
Philips 08
Pioneer 16
Portland 03
Quasar 06. 18
Radio Shack 05.14
RCA 04. 10
Sampo 12
Sanyo 11
Scott 12
Sears 0% 10, 1t
Shal_p 03.05, 18
Sylvania 08. 12
Teknika 03.08, 14
Toshiba 07
\XSards 03.04, 12
Yolx 12
Zenith 15
continued
Setting up the remote commander 1 1
Notes
• If you enter a new code number, the code number previously emered will be erased.
• If the TV uses a different remote conn-ol system from the one pro_ammed to work with the
DVD-VCR, you cannot control yore- TV with the remote colranander.
• When you replace the batteries of the remote commander, the code number may change, get
the appropriate code nmnber eve N' time you replace the batteries.
12 Setting up the remote commander
Step 3 : Basic hookups
Before you get started
• Be sure to disconnect the AC power cord of each component before connecting.
• Turn offthe 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.
If your TV has audio/video inputs, refer to page 14 for audio/video (AN) hookup.
Then follow one of the hookups below. If your TV does not have AiV inputs, go
directly to one of the hookups below.
If you have Use Refer to
Antenna only no cable TV Hookup 1 Pages 15 and 16
(Plug and Play)
No cable box or cable box with only a Hookup 2 Pages 17 and 18
few scrambled channels (Plug and Play)
(?able box with many scrambled Hookup 3 Page 19
channels
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 simuhaneous (parallel) antenna and DVD-VCR coxmections 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 _ounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable
entz_' as practical.
continued
Basic hookups 13
Audio/video (AN) hookup
If your TV has audio video (AV) input jacks, you will get better pictnre and sound if
you hook up your DVD-VCR using these connections. If your TV does not have AiV
inputs, see the following pages for antenna or cable hookups. Note that "Advanced
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.
[] Use this hookup if your TV has stereo jacks
DVD-VCR Stereo receiver
Audio/video cord
(supplied)
Audio cord (not supplied)
[] Use this hookup if your TV does not have stereo jacks
DVD-VCR Stereo receiver
TV
L_E L[N
®
AUDIO
VDEO
®
Video cord
(not supplied)
Audio cord (not supplied)
Notes
• To play a tape'disc m stereo, you must use the AV connection.
• If you do not have a stereo receiver, connect the x_hite LINE OUT, AUDIO L jack to the
AI-IDIO IN jack on >'our T\_
14 Basic hookups
Hookup 1 (Plug and Play)
Antenna hookup
Make the following connections if you are using an antenna (if you do not have cable
TV).
[] Use this hookup if you are using:
• VHFiUHF amenna (you get channels 2 13 and channels 14 and higher)
• UHF-only antenna (you get channels 14 and higher)
• Separate VHF and UHF antennas
I DVD-VCR
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF
or
VHF
B
UHF
or
VHF
Match the type of
connector on your
TV: A, B, or C.
UHF
[] Use this hookup if you are using a VHF-only antenna (you get
channels 2-13 only)
DVD-VCR
to
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF
or
VHF
B
UHF
or
VHF
C
Match the type of
connector on your
TV: A, B, or C.
For connector
types B and C, no
UHF connection is
required.
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).
continued
Basic hookups 15
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,4_,_=_L_L ........................}
AC power cord
The DVD-VCR starts presetting the
clock and channels.
When Auto preset is completed, the
cun'ent time appears in the display
window.
£kA_£k
OitTiq
"UU
You have now completed DVD-VCR setup.
To change the on-screen display language to French or Spanish, see
"Step 4 : Selecting a language" on page 20.
The clock is set using a time signal provided by some TV channels. If the clock
is incon'ect, or %-:--" appears in the display window, see "Using Manual (:lock
Set" on page 24.
To add or disable channels manually, see "Presetting/disabling channels
manually" on page 28.
Notes
• If you cormect the AC power cord before the antenna connections are completed the chalmels
may be incorrectly set. If this happens, see "Step 6 : Presetting channels" on page 26.
• 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 ptu-chase the DVD-VCR.
• Auto preset can be perfomxed by pressing • on the unit continuously for 5 seconds or more
with the DVD-VCR power turned oft'.
16 Basic hookups
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
Cable box
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF
............. _A Match the type
of connector
or on your TV: A,
VHF B, or C.
or
For connector
UHF types B and C,
no UHF
VHF connection is
required.
UHF
continued
Basic hookups 17
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.
I1
AC power cord
The DVD-VCR starts presetting the
clock and channels.
[
When Auto preset is completed, the
cun'ent time appears in the display
window.
You have now completed DVD-VCR setup.
To change the on-screen display lanNmge to French or Spanish, see
"Step 4 : Selecting a language" on page 20.
The clock is set using a time signal provided by some TV channels. If the clock
is incon'ect, or "--:--" appears in the display window, see "Using Manual Clock
Set" on page 24.
To add or disable channels manually, see "Presetting/disabling channels
manually" on page 28.
Notes
• If you colmect 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 26.
• Do not press any buttons on the DVD-VCR or remote con_nander 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 perfox_ed by pressing • on the unit continuously for 5 seconds or more
with the DVD-VCR power turned oft'.
18 Basic hookups
Hookup 3
Connecting a cable box with many scrambled channels
Recommended use
Use this hookup if your cable system scrambles all o1"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
Cablebox
DVD-VCR 1
or
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF
Match the type of
connector on your
TV: A, B, or C.
VHF
or
UHF For connector
types B and C, no
UHF connection
VHF is required,
UHF
After you have completed hookup...
After you haze completed hookup, plug the DVD-VCR into an AC outlet and see
"Step 4 : Selecting a language" on page 20.
AC power cord
Basic hookups 19
Step 4 : Selecting a language
You can change the on-screen display
language.
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 (page 10).
• Set the "RF Output Channel" to "3CH" or
"4CH" in "OPTION SETUP" menu
(page 108). 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, you
cannot display the setup menu. Stop the
DVD playback.
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ENTER
SET UP
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Press SET UP, then press tl,/4 to select
(OPTION) and press ENTER.
2
3
Press ,i./!1, to select "Language", then press
ENTER.
The "LANGUAGEiIDIOMAiLANGUE"
menu appears.
LAN GUAG E/IDIO MA/LAN G_IE
EspaSol
Frangais
Press i,/4 to select the desired language, English, Spanish or French, then
press ENTER.
20 Selecting a language
SETUP Press SET UP to exit the menu.
0
Selecting a language 21
Step 5 : Setting the clock
Using the Auto Clock Set
featu re
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
manually (page 24).
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 10).
• Set the "RF Output Channel" to "3CH" or
"4CH" in "OPTION SETUP" menu
(page 108). If your TV is connected to the
DVD-VCR using AN 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.
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ENTER
d"_RETURN
SETUP Press SET UP, then press 4'/1!" to select
(OPTION) and press ENTER.
2
Press $/4 to select "Clock Set,Adjust", then
press ENTER.
The "CLOCK SET/AD,R_ST" menu appears.
CLOCK SETtADJUST
22 Setting the clock
Press tF/tf, to select "Auto", then press
ENTER.
4
Press IF/4, to select the item you want, then press I./* to make the setting.
• For "Clock data CH"
Leave the setting to "Auto" to have the
DVD-VCR automatically search for a
channel that carries a time signal. Press */,*.
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.
• For "Time zone"
Select the time zone of your area, or select
"Auto" to have the DVD-VCR automatically
set your time zone.
The options are:
Auto H Atl. (Atlantic) *-_ East (Eastem)
Cen. (Central) _ Mtn. (Mountain)
Pae. (Pacific) *-_ Alas (Alaska)
Haw. (Hawaii) _ Auto
• For "Daylight saving"
Select "Yes" or "No" (standard time), or
"Auto" to have the DVD-VCR automatically
set the daylight saving time.
5
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RETURN
SET UP
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Press o_ RETURN, then press SET UP to exit the menu.
To activate the Auto (?lock Set function, turn offthe DVD-VCR.
continued
Setting the clock 23
Notes
• The clock cannot be set automatically if you do not receive a channel that carries a time
signal in yottr area. If so. set the clock manually (page 24).
• If there are only a few channels in yotu- area that carry time signals, setting the clock
automatically :nay take up to abom 20 minutes. If nothing happens even after you wait about
20 minutes, set the clock manually (page 24).
• 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 :node is selected with no tape inserted or :_hen the
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 (page 10).
• Set the "RF Output Channel" to "3CH" or
"4CH" in "OPTION SETUP" menu
(page 108). 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 :node, you
cannot display the setup menu. Stop the
DVD playback.
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ENTER
SETUP Press SET UP, then press tl,/I!, to select
(OPTION) and press ENTER.
2
Press tl,/I!, to select "Clock Set.Adjust", then
press ENTER.
The "CLOCK SET/ADJUST" menu appears.
24 Setting the clock
Press tF/tf, to select "Manual", then press
ENTER.
4
Press IF/4. to set the hour.
5
Press ,*. to select the minutes and set the
minutes by pressing tF/tf..
6
Set the month, day, and year in sequence by
pressing ,*.to select the item to be set, and
press tF/4 to select the digits, then press *..
The day of the week is set automatically.
7
Press ENTER to confirm the setting.
SETUP Press SET UP to exit the menu.
O
Tip
• To change the digits while setting press _, to remm to the item to be changed and select the
digits by pressing t1"/4".
Notes
• To record TV pro_ams using the timer, you must set the clock accm-ateb_
• The clock display appears when VIDEO mode is selected _ith no tape inselted or when the
DVD-VCR is mined off.
Setting the clock 25
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
presetting methods. Then, if there are any
unwanted channels, disable them manually.
If you have akeady decided which channels
you wish to preset, set them directly using
manual presetting methods (page 28).
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
remote (page 10).
• Set the "RF Output Channel" to "3CH" or
"4CH" in "OPTION SETUP" menu
(page 108). If your TV is connected to the
DVD-VCR using AN 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.
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ENTER
SETUP Press SET UP, then press i,/I_ to select
O (OPTION) and press ENTER.
26 Presetting channels
2
Press tF/tf, to select "Channel Setup", then
press ENTER.
The "CHANNEL SETUP" menu appears.
3
Press_/4to select "Ant_Cable. ''
4
• To preset cable TV channels:
Press */,*. to select "Cable TV."
• To preset VHF andUHF channels:
Press */,*. to select "Antenna."
8
Press tF/I_ to select "Auto Channel Memory,"
then press ENTER.
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.
A(/TO CH MEMORY
continued
Presetting channels 27
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
remote (page 10).
• Set the "RF Output Channel" to "3CH" or
"4CH" in "OPTION SETUP" menu
(page 108). If your TV is connected to the
DVD-VCR using AN 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.
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........Number
buttons
_-,_-_SET UP
_"_°'ENTER
...........o% RETURN
SETUF' Press SET UP, then press II./II,to select
(OPTION) and press ENTER.
2
Press II./II,to select "Channel Setup", then
press ENTER.
The "CHANNEL SETUP" menu appears.
3
Press II./II,to select "Channel Add, Delete," then press ENTER.
28 Presetting channels
4
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To preset disable a channel:
1 Press CH +/ or number buttons to enter
the channel number.
2 Press _,/* to select "ADD" (in memory)
or "DELETE" (deleted).
;3 Press ENTER.
Channel to be preset
Channel to be disabled
5
6
Press o_ RETURN to confirm the setting.
G
RETURN
Press SET UP to exit the menu.
SET UP
O
Note
• If you ha_enot preset channels automatically, you cannot preset disable channels manually.
Presetting channels 29
Step 7 : Setting up the VCR Plus+ ®system
(SLV-D550P only)
How the VCR Plus+ system works
Whenever you want to record a TV program,
all you need to do is look up the "PlusCode"
number, a number assigned to each program
published in the TV section of most
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.
How to set up your VCR
Setting up your VCR involves coordinating
the TV channel number (the number you tum
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).
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.
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, ifHBO is listed in the
Channel Line-up (:hart 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.
Example of "PlusCode"
5:30
6:30
PlusCode
f
A_ MOVIE Musical (2hrs)
_1t SPORT Golf (lhr 25rain ) 42060
r4'g_ ws 9974
_DRAMA Comedy (2hrs) 17390
INSCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(lhr 15mir_ ) 73457
Exam _le of "Channel Line-up Chart"
16
17
20
21
22
25
I 34
35
5
27
29
30
31
38
39
45
17
44
49
5O
CABLE TV
American Movie Classics 35
Bravo (program grid only) 54
Cable News NetwgLk 42
C-SPAN 28
The Disney Channel ::: 53
37
ESPN i: 34
33
46
45
48
38
@rifts Channel 59
Sports Channel America 70
Sllowtime 41
TBB SuperStation 43
The Movie Channel 58
The Nashville Network 49
Turner Network Television 52
USA Network
30 +®
Setting up theVCR Plus system(SLV-D550Ponly)
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ENTER
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1
SET UP
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Press SET UP, then press tl,/I!, to select
(OPTION) and press ENTER.
2
Press tl,/4 to select "Channel Setup". then
press ENTER.
The 'CHANNEL SETL, P ' menu appears.
continued
Setting up the _
VCR Plus+ system (SLV-D550P only) 31
Press tl,/I!, to select "Guide Channel Setup,"
then press ENTER.
4
The upper row shows VCR Plus+ guide channels and the lower row shows
TV channels or cable box out put channels. Press I./* to select the channel
number that does not match the guide channel.
• If you made Hookup 1 (page 15) or 2 (page 17): Enter the actual number
on your TV (and VCR), then press tl,/I!,.
• If you made Hookup 3 (page 19): Enter the cable box output channel
(usually 2, 3, or 4), then press tl,/!1,.
Repeat steps 4 and 5 for each channel number that does not match.
7 (_. Press o_ RETURN to confirm the setting.
RETURN
SETUP Press SET UP to exit the menu.
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32 +®
Setting up theVCR Plus system(SLV-D550Ponly)
Basic Operations
Playing discs
Depending on the disc, some operations may
be different or restricted. Refer 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 fi'om the player appears on
the TV screen.
• Set TV / DVD'VIDEO to DVD'VIDEQ,
then press SELECT DVD to control the
DVD player (page 10).
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.........• STOP
...........[2>- PLAY
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Press A to open the disc tray and
place a disc on the disc tray.
side facing down
continued
Playing discs 33
2
PLAY
Q
Press 11:> PLAY.
The disc tray closes and the
DVD player starts playback.
The display window shows the
playback time*.
Depending on the disc, a menu
may appear on the TV screen.
DVD
Hour Minute Second
For DVDs, see page 76. For VIDEO CDs, see page 97.
*..... appears when no disc is loaded.
Additional tasks
To Press
Stop play • STOP
Pause play .1 II PAUSE
Resulne play after pause [2> PLAY
Go to the next frame in pause mode _,_ SKIP
Go to the next chapter, track, or scene _ NEXT on the remote or _ on the unit
in continuous play mode
Go back to the previous chapter, track, _ PREV on the remote or _141 on the trait
or scene in continuous play mode
Replay the previous scene in ÷ • REPLAY
continuous play mode .2
(Instant Replay)
Briefly lZastfolward the current scene * ÷ SKIP
in continuous play mode .3
(Instant Advance)
Stop play and remove the disc A
.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-R\VsiDVD-Rs only
.3 For DVD VIDEOs and the DVD-R\VsiDVD-Rs or DVD+R\Vs 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 fmlction 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.
34 Playing discs
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 I_.
While playing a disc, press • STOP to stop playback.
Press 12> 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 • STOP twice then press [2> PLAY.
To locate a point quickly by playing a disc in fast forward or fast reverse
in continuous play mode
Press _ 02"_ on the remote.
Each time you press the button, the playback speed changes as follows.
• DVD:
PLAY --_ FF1 'FR1 --_ FF2.FR2 --_ FF3iFR3 --_ FF4iFR4 --_ FF5iFR5 --_
FF6iFR6
• CD, MP3 and VIDEO CD:
PLAY --_ FF1iFR1 --_ FF2iFR2 --_ FF3iFR3
When you find the point you want, press E>- PLAY.
Note
• The i;ast reverse operation lnay 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 _ 02"_ on the unit.
The playback speed changes as follows.
PLAY --_ FF1iFR1 --_ FF2'FR2 --_ FF3iFR3
Note
• The i;ast 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 II PAUSE, then press 41 or 1_. With each press, the playback speed changes
cyclically as follows.
3 _,t*/3 D_ ---* 2-_1'_/2 D_ ---* 1 _i_/1 m_
* You caa not watch reverse slow motion with DVD-R\V in VR mode. Reverse slow motion
playback also lnay not be possible for some VIDEO CDs depending on the recording
method.
To resume normal playback, press l:::>-PLAY.
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continued
Playing discs 35
Tip
• To make a video timer reservation during DVD playback, we recommend per%nning the
operations under "Quick Timer Recording" (page 99).
Notes
• You can change the screen type using the "SCREEN SETUP" menu. (See "Screen Setup" on
page 67)
• 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 FFI pla?5 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 hom-s recorded in VR mode is not _laranteed.
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 colmected to an amplification system. To
enjoy DTS Digital Surround TM pla?_ack, an external 5. l-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 86).
• Do not play DTS sound tracks withom first connecting the DVD player to an audio
component having a built-in DTS decoder. The DVD player outputs the DTS signal via the
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) jack even if"DTS" is set to "Off' in
"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.
• When you play a DVD with DTS sound tracks, set "DTS" to "On" in "AIrDIO SETUP"
menu (page 65).
• If you comlect the player to audio equipment without a DTS decoder, do not set "DTS" to
"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.
36 Playing discs
Guide to the on-screen display
You can check disc information during
playback.
The displayed contents differ according to
the type of disc being played.
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........t/_/./.
ENTER
.......?-'*RETURN
---DISPLAY
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Press DISPLAY during playback. The lbllowing information appears; type of disc,
current title/track, chapter, counter position, voice language, subtitle language and
Custom AV Mode setting. Refer to "DVD Audio/Subtitle Language" on page 125 for
the abbreviation of the language.
Note
• You cannot select disc in±\_rmation items _hen the disc is stopped.
continued
Guide to the on-screen display 37
To playback the desired title/track or chapter
You can playback the desired title/track or chapter using
this menu.
Press t_/4 during playback to select the desired item.
Press I./* to change the item.
Press ENTER to start playback.
Press DISPLAY or o_ RETURN to turn offthe
Illell_U.
DVD
/ 36
T0:01:09
ENG 5.1CH
ENG (3/5)
NINNN @ [N_
The title track or chapter icon will appear on the DVD playback screen followed by
the cun'ent 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.
1
2
3
4
Press t_/4 during playback to select the counter
position icon.
Enter the desired elapsed playing time of the current
title/track using the number buttons.
Press ENTER to start playback.
Press DISPLAY or o_ RETURN to turn offthe
nlenu.
DVD
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I
ENG 5_1CH
_ ENG (3/5)
NINNN @ []_
Tip
• You can change the counter position information (playing time or remaining time) using
_./O (DVD and CD only).
DVD
Indication Counter information
T :_ : :_* ** Elapsed playing time of the current title
T :_ : :_* ** Remaining time of the cturent title
C :_ : :_* ** Elapsed playing time of the current chapter
C * : *:_ * :_ Remaining time of the current chapter
CD
Indication Counter information
T :_ : :_:_: * :_ Elapsed playing time of the current track
T :_ : :_:_ * :_ Remaining time of the current track
D :_ : :_:_ * :_ Elapsed playing time of the disc
D :_ : :_:_ * :_ Remaining time of the disc
38 Guide to the on-screen display
Notes
• 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 ofI)
from the player to obtain the picture quality you want. Choose the setting that best
suits the programme you are watching.
Press 4,/€. during playback to select the Custom AV
Mode icon.
DVD
1,3
[36
T0:01:09
ENG 5.1CH
ENG (3/5)
@[?1N[N
Press _,/,l, to change the setting.
Setting Video Setting Audio Setting
Dynamic l Produces a bold dynamic picture Full (modulated) sotmd with
by increasing the picture contrast clear treble and bass.
and the color intensity.
Dynamic 2 Produces a more @namic Full (modulated) sound with
picture than Dynamic 1 by even clearer treble and bass than
further increasing the pictm-e Dynamic 1.
contrast and the color intensity.
Standard Off (Dei'auh setting) Standard sotmd.
Displays a standard picttu-e.
Cinema 2 Enhances details in dark areas by Powerful sound with even
increasing the black level, stronger bass than Cinema 1.
Cinema 1 White colors become brighter Powerful sound with strong bass.
and black colors become richer.
and the color contrast is
increased.
Ol
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o
Tip
• "_\_en you watch a movie. "Cinema 1" or "Cinema 2" is recommended.
Guide to the on-screen display 39
Locking the disc tray (Child Lock)
You can lock the disc tray so that the disc tray
is not opened by mistake.
SELECT DVD
To lock the disc tray IIII
When the DVD-VCR is turned on, press m, || 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 II, II 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 x_illbe locked after closing.
• You cannot lock the disc tray when the DVD-V(R is turned oil'. If the DVD-VCR is turned
on. you can lock the disc tray either in play mode or stop mode.
40 Locking the disc tray (Child Lock)
Playing a tape
Before you start ...
• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.
• Switch the input selector on your TV so
that the signal fi'om the player appears on
the TV screen.
• Set TV / DVD'VIDEO to DVD'VIDEO,
then press SELECT VIDEO to control the
VCR (page 10).
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DISPLAY
130
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Insert a tape.
The VCR starts playing automatically if
you insert a tape with its safety tab
removed.
continued
Playing a tape 41
2
PLAY
Q
Press 11>- PLAY.
The display window shows the
playback time.
When the tape reaches the end,
it will rewind automatically.
Houi" MinUte SeCond
Additional tasks
To Press
Stop play • STOP
Pause play* || PAUSE
Resulne play after pause || PAUSE or [2>-PLAY
Fast-forward the tape _ during stop
Rewind the tape _ during stop
t_iect the tape A
* If you pause the V(R for lnore than 5 minutes, the VCR will amomatically resume pla?:
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 anode) 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 I:_ while the tape is rewinding. The power will mm offbut the tape will keep
rewinding until it reaches the end.
To play/search at various speeds
Playback options Operation
View the picture during fast- During ±;ast-l\_rwal-d. hold down IIH_. During rewind hold
forward or rewind down ._1.41.
Play at high speed • During pla3aoack, briefly press _ or ._1.41. The tape
continues to play at 5 times norlnal speed.
• During playback, hold down _ or "_['ql. The tape
continues to play at 5 times norlnal speed. When _x_u
release the breton, normal playback restunes.
42 Playing a tape
Playback options Operation
Play in slow motion During pause, press |P'-.
Play frame by frame During pause press _* SKIP.
Play at various speeds During playback, press 1"91<1or I1_1_t. You can change the
(Shuttle play) playback speed as follows.
×7,--+ ×5*--* × 3 *--* STILL *--+ SLOW *--+ PLAY
_,- x 2 _,- x 3 _,- x 5 _,- x 7
To resume normal playback
Press [2> PLAY.
To use the time counter
Press ('LEAR at the point on the tape that you want to find later. The counter m the
display window resets to "0:00:00." To search for the counter O:0O:00 point
automatically, see "To search for the counter O:0O:O0 point" on page 102.
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To display the counter on the TV screen, press DISPLAY during normal playback.
Tip
• At!just 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 _mranteed.
• 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.
• V_rhen 10 hours have passed, the cotmter in the display window returns to "0:00:00" and the
cotmt starts over again.
• The sound is muted during playback at various speeds.
• The picture may show noise when playing at high speed in reverse.
• V_rhile playing a tape, you can display the setup menu, but the remote colranander's function
ss_itches to DVD automatically. Press d'_ RETURN repeatedly- to exit the lnenu.
• \\_en play'back does not start even if you insert a tape with its sal'e_- tab removed, set "Auto
Play" to "On" in the "VIDEO FUNCTION SETUP" menu (page 104).
• Stop disc playback while playing back a video.
• The VCR can also play S-VHS tapes. The VCR will automatically identi_' the type of tape
inserted in the VCR (either VHS or S-VHS). When S-VHS tapes are played in the VCR. the
el_anced 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 1nodes. The
VCR will not record in S-VHS mode on an S-VHS tape.
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Recording TV programs m
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'VIDEQ,
then press SELECT VIDEO to control the
VCR (page 1O).
• To record from a cable box, tum it on.
• Make sure the tape is longer than the total
recording time.
OOO@
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CH +/-
.........Number buttons
,,------TV/VIDEO
...........INPUT
SELECT
.............• REC
SP/EP
_._,,_,• STOP
..........1:>-PLAY
........ENTER
----------DISPLAY
Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.
2
• CH/ Press CH + to select the channel or line input video source you want to
TRACKING record.
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44 Recording TV programs
3
4
SP/EP
O
Press SP.EP to select the tape speed, SP or EP.
EP (Extended Play) provides recording time three times as long as SP
(Standard Play). However, SP produces better picture and audio quality.
QREC
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Press • REC to start recording.
"REC" appears in the display window.
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To stop recording
Press • 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 cun'ent location in
relation to the entire tape length. The remaining time also appears. Press DISPLAY
to turn off the indicators.
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Time counter Remaining tape length
To check the remaining tape length of a tape, set "Tape Length" in the "VIDEO
FUNCTION SETUP" menu con'ectly (page 104).
Maximum Recordin(
Tape Length
T-120
T-160
T-180
Time
SP
2 hrs
2 hrs 40 mins
3 hrs
EP
6 hrs
8 hrs
9 hrs
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Recording TV programs 45
To watch another TV program while recording
Press TV VIDEO to display _TV" in the display window.
VIDEO1
J
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.
Select another channel on the TV.
To watch a DVD while recording
Press SELECT DVD to control the DVD player.
Press A and place the disc on the disc tray.
Press 11:> 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
offthe safety tab as illustrated. To
record on the tape again, cover the tab
hole with adhesive tape.
Tips
• To select a channel you can use the number buttons on the remote connnander. Enter the
channel munber, then press ENTER.
• You can select a video sottrce from the LINE IN 1 or LINE-2 IN jacks using the INPUT
SELECT button.
• The display appears on the TV screen indicating in±\_mmtion 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 t_ll_l off the T\% When using a cable
box, make sure to leave it on.
Notes
• The remaining tape length may not be indicated accurately for shoit tapes such as T-20 or
T-30, or tapes recorded in the LP mode.
• It may take up to one minute ±\_r 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 pro_am chtring video recording, stop disc playback.
46 Recording TV programs
Recording TV programs using the timer
You can preset up to eight programs at a
time.
Before you start...
• Check that the DVD-VCR clock is set to
the con'ect time.
• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.
• Switch the input selector on your TV so
that the signal fi'om the player appears on
the TV screen.
• Set TV / DVD'VIDEO to DVD'VIDEQ,
then press SELECT VIDEO to control the
VCR (page 10).
• When using a cable box, tum 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 display the setup menu. Stop the
DVD playback.
\ ........................
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©®®
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joo®®
...............I/(_
CLEAR
..........SET UP
._.,--,.TV/VIDEO
........TIMER
.........INPUT
SELECT
,_,,.,.,.,.ISTOP
[:>PLAY
........ t/_/./.
ENTER
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SET UP
©
Press SET UP, then press tl,/!1, to select
(PROGRAM) and press ENTER. You can also
display the timer programming menu by
pressing TIMER.
The timer programming menu appears.
SUBTUTLE/
TUMER
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continued
Recording TV programs using the timer 47
2
INPUT
SELECT
©
Set the channel number, start and stop times,
date, and tape speed:
1 Press * to select each item in turn.
2 Press It/it to set each item.
To con'ect a setting, press I. to return to that
setting and reset.
• To record from a source connected to the
LINE IN 1 or LINE-2 IN jacks, press INPUT SELECT or It/it to display
"LI " or "L2" in the "CH" position.
• To record the same program every day or the same day every week, press
It while the date is flashing. For details, see "Daily/weekly recording" on
page 48.
• To use the Auto Tape Speed function, press It to display "Auto" in the
"SPEED" position. For details, see "To use the Auto Tape Speed
function" on page 49.
3
4
CLEAR
©
Press ENTER to confirm the setting.
To enter another setting, press It/it to select the next row and repeat step 2.
Press CLEAR repeatedly to cancel the setting.
Press ENTER to confirm all settings.
5
Press IV to turn off the DVD-VCR.
The e) 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
• STOP.
Daily/weekly recording
In step 2 above, press It to select the recording pattern. Each time you press It, the
indication changes as shown below. Press tt to change the indication in reverse order.
Mo~Fr -* Sun's -* Mon's -* ..... -* Sat's -* 1 month later -* (dates count down)
-* the current date
48 Recording TV programs using the timer
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 SR To operate this function, set
"Tape Length" in "VIDEO FUNCTION SETUP" menu correctly (page 104).
To watch another TV program after setting the timer
Press TV VIDEO to display "TV" in the display window.
VIDEOI
T I I c×>
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.
Select another channel on the TV.
To watch a DVD after setting the timer
Press SELECT DVD to control the DVD player.
Press A and place the disc on the disc tray.
Press 11:> 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
setting, repeat the steps of"Recording TV pro_ams using the timer" on page 47.
• If the O indicator appears, this means that the VCR is currently recording this pro_am.
• You can also do the following tasks x_hile the VCR is recording:
Reset the counter (page 43).
Display tape information on the TV screen (page 45).
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Recording TV programs using the timer 49
Recording TV programs using the Dial
Timer (SLV-D550P only)
The Dial Timer function allows you to make
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 mmute intervals.
I/(_ POWER CHANNEL +/-
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.
DIAL TIMER
Press DIAL TIMER.
DATE indicator appears and the cun'ent 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.
_ A _T E VIDEO]
!
DIAL TIMER
Turn DIAL TIMER to set the recording date.
DATE VIDEO1
50 Recording TV programs using the Dial Timer (SLV-D550P only)
3
4
G
DIAL TIMER
Q
Press DIAL TIMER to set the start time.
"START" and the next quarter hour increment appear alternately in the
display window.
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I_ o-In _,°4
!
DIALTIMER Turn DIAL TIMER to set the recording start time. I_
You can set the recording start time in 15 minute intervals or adjust the time __,
,,_ _J)@ in one minute intervals by pressing the CHANNEL + buttons on the unit. o
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DIAL TIMER
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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Recording TV programs using the Dial Timer (SLV-D550P only) 51
6
7
8
Turn DIAL TIMER to set the recording stop time.
DIAL TIMER
_O ou can set the recording stop time in 15 minute intervals or ac[iust the time
in one minute intervals by pressing the CHANNEL + buttons on the unit.
VIDEO]
1
DIAL TIMER
Press DIAL TIMER.
Cun'ent channel flashes in the display window.
Turn DIAL TIMER to set the channel number.
DIAL TIMER
_@_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 "L i" or "'"';L2_mD[01V/
DIAL TIMER
10
DIAL TIMER
Press DIAL TIMER.
Cun'ent tape speed flashes in the display window.
>21o
1 DIAL TIMER
Turn DIAL TIMER to set the tape speed.
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.
52 Recording TV programs using the Dial Timer (SLV-D550P only)
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
window. However, if the clock has already been set, the cun'ent setting appears.
Turn DIAL TIMER to set the month.
Press DIAL TIMER.
DAY indicator appears in the display window.
Turn and press DIAL TIMER to set the day and then the year.
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.
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 pl-o_am setting, see "Checking/changing/canceling timer
settings" on page 58.
Notes
• If eight programs have ah-eady been set using the VCR Plus+ system or the manual timer
setting, "FULL" appears in the display window for abom five seconds.
• If you set the clock using the Auto Clock Set feature, the clock will acliust itself to the
incoming time signal regardless of ac[iUStlnents made with the Dial Timer. Be sure you have
set Amo Clock Set correctly.
• If you are setting the clock for the first time or "0: " appears in the display windo_\ you
cannot set the clock to Februmw 29 thusing the Dial Timer. Please use the Amo Clock get
feature to set the VCR to this da?_
• The timer indicator flashes in the display window _hen 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. get the
timer again from step 1.
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Recording TV programs using the Dial Timer (SLV-D550P only) 53
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 n 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 offand 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
Timer or any other timer method after reconnecting the AC power cord (page 58).
54 Recording TV programs using the Dial Timer (SLV-D550P only)
Recording TV programs using the VCR
Plus+ ®system (SLV-D550Ponly) i_
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.
Before you start...
• Check that the DVD-VCR clock is set to
the con'ect 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
VCR (page i0).
• 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 display the setup menu. Stop the
DVD playback.
O00O
O00O
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........VCR Plus+
t/_/./,*.
..............ENTER
"'""o_ RETURN
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Press VCR Plus+.
VCR Plus+
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Press tl,/!1, to select 'CEnter code."
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Recording TV programs using the VCR Plus+ '_system (SLV-D550P only) 55
3
G ?b (b
@ _b @
_ ?b '(b
?b
Press the number buttons to enter the PlusCode
number.
To correct a setting, press I. to return to that
setting and reset.
VCR Pu Is+
Enter code [0 [_345U78]
wit7 [0 9] _.
Mode [OI co]
Speec} [Auto]
4
Press tl,/!1, to select "Mode."
5
Press I./* to select Once, Mo-- Fr, or Weekly:
To record Select
Only once Once
Everyday Monday to Friday Mo- Fr
Once a week Weekly
VCR PU IS+
Enter code [0 [_345678]
with [0 9]
_Mode [Ol_ce]
Speed [Auto]
6
7
Press tl,/!1, to select "Speed."
VCR PU IS+
Enter code [0 [_345678]
with [0 9]
Mode [Ol_ce]
_Speed [Auto]
@@EIEI_ _
Press I./* to select the tape speed, Auto, SP, or
EP, then press ENTER.
To enter another setting, repeat steps 1 to 7.
Press _ RETURN to exit the menu.
L,_ The timer indicator appears in the display window and the VCR stands by
/7_'X
RETURN for recording. When using a cable box, leave it on.
56 +,_
Recording TV programs using the VCR Plus ' system (SLV-D550P only)
To stop recording
To stop the VCR while recording, press • STOP.
To use the DVD-VCR after setting the timer
To use the DVD-VCR belbre a timer recording begins, just press I/@. The timer
indicator disappears from the display window and the DVD-VCR switches on.
Remember to press I/(_) 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:
• Reset the counter (page 43).
• Display tape information on the TV screen (page 45).
• Check the timer settings (page 58).
• Watch another TV program (page 46).
Tip
• To check, change or cancel the program setting, see "Checking.changing'canceling timer
settings" on page 58.
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Notes m
• If the VCR does not accept the PlusCode nmnber, this means that: o
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The PlusCode nmnber is incorrect. "O
Once, Mor Fr, or Weekly was selected incon-ectly. You cannot select MO- FR or Weekly
i'c)ra program that airs more than sexen days ahead. __.
" O
Correctly set the PlusCode nmnber again from step 2. :3
• "_\"nenthe PlusCode number is incorrect, "Ira alid code" will appear in the display. 0_
Recording TV programs using <_
the VCR Plus+ system (SLV-D550P only) 57
Checking/changing/canceling timer
settings
Before you start...
• 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'VIDEQ,
then press SELECT VIDEO to control the
VCR (page i0).
• 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 display the setup menu. Stop the
DVD playback.
@®00
o
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...........CLEAR
,---,, SET UP
.......TIMER
.......e/_/_/.
ENTER
.......?-'*RETURN
SET UP
O
Press SET UP, then press tt/4 to select
(PROGRAM) and press ENTER. You can also
display the timer programming menu by
pressing TIMER.
The timer programming menu appears.
2
SUBTITLE/
TIMER
O
CLEAR
O
Press 4,/11,to select setting you want to change
or cancel.
• To change the setting, press */* to select
the item you want to change, and press tt/4
to change it.
• To cancel the setting, press CLEAR.
58 Checking/changing/canceling timer settings
3
Press o_ RETURN to confirm the setting.
@ Press o_ RETURN again to exit the menu.
RETURN
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 _ _, ....... about 20 seconds
Program2 ' i( >
will be cut off
Program 1 L q_l
Program 2
about 20 seconds will be cut off
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Locking the DVD-VCR (ChildLock)
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.
I/_ POWER
To lock the DVD-VCR
When the DVD-VCR is turned on, hold down I/@ POWER on the unit until "LOCK"
appears in the display window. The DVD-VCR tums offand 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 I:_ POWER on the unit until "LOCK" disappears from the display
window. The DVD-VCR is unlocked and rams on.
To stop timer recording while the DVD-VCR is locked, press m. The recording stops
and the DVD-VCR is unlocked.
Note
• The DVD-V(R will be tmlocked when:
You stop timer recording by pressing m.
You insert a tape.
The AC power cord is disconnected or power supply stops.
60 Locking the DVD-VCR (Child Lock)
Advanced Hookups
A/V Receiver hookup _ _ _ _
mt
[] Use this hookup if your AN 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 raider license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolb?_" "Pro Logic," and the double-
D s?_nbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
DVD-VCR
l
LiNE LINE (red) Stereo audio cord
O.
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O
O.
::12
O
O
(red)
to audio input
[Speakers] [
................................_i _:_::: :i_ Amplifier (receiver) with Dolby
,, :_ Surround decoder
|
] K3
Rear (L) Rear (R)
Front (R)
Subwoofer Center Rear (mono)
Note
• \\_en connecting 6 speakers replace the monaural rear speaker _ith a center speaker. 2 rear
speakers and a subwoof_r.
continued
AN Receiver hookup 61
[] Use this hookup if your AN 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 enioy the surround sound effects of
this player. You must make connections using m and F_II.
:: "DTS" and "DTS Digital Out" are tradelnarks of Digital Theater Systems. Inc.
DVD-VCR
LiNE LiNE
Stereo audio Coaxial digital
(red) cord (not cord (not supplied)
_: Signal flow
to audio input
Rear (L) Subwoofer
Rear (R)
AV amplifier (receiver) having
a decoder
to DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
(COAXIAL or OPTICAL)
............Optical digital cord (not
supplied)
I Remove jack cap
before connecting
_,to coaxial or optical
_F digital input
[Speakers]
Front (L) Center
Front (R)
Note
• After you have completed the connection, be sttre to set "Dolby Digital" to "Dolby Digital"
and "DTS" to "On" in "AUDIO SETUP" menu (page 65). Otherwise, no sound or a loud
noise will come fi-om the speakers.
62 AN Receiver hookup
S-Video/Component Video hookup
Make audio connections using the LINE OUT AUDIO LiR 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.
[] Use this hookup if your TV has an S-VIDEO input jack
Connect an S-VIDEO cord (not supplied). You will enioy high quality images.
DVD-VCR
Audio cord ...........
(not supplied)
or
Coaxial .........
digital cord
(not supplied',
to audio
input
: Signal flow
(DVD only)
or _:::::b_,
...............Opticaldigital
cord (not S-VIDEO cord
supplied) (not supplied)
Remove jack
cap before
connecting
to coaxial or optical
digital input
TV
NPUT
S-VUDEO
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 lnay be
distorted.
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S-Video/Component Video hookup 63
[] 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
Component video cord ...........
(not supplied)
: Signal flow
(DVD only)
_ (green)
TV
If your TV accepts progressive (480p) format signals, you must use this connection
and then set "Progressive" to "On" in the "SCREEN SETUP" menu {page 69). The
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 pro_essive
scan picture problems, it is recmranended that the user switch the connection to the
"standard definition" output. If there are questions regarding ore- TV set compatibili_' with
this model 480p DVD player, please contact our customer service center.
64 S-Video/Component Video hookup
DVD Settings and Adjustments
Audio Setup _ r_r_s
"Audio Setup" allows you to set the sound
according to the playback and connection
conditions.
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Press _,/* to select an item.
SETUP Press SET UP to exit the menu.
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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 buih-in DTS decoder.
• Audio DRC (Dynamic Range Control)
Makes the sound clear when the volume is mined down when playing a DVD that
conforms to "Audio DRC." This affects the output fi'om the following jacks:
LINE OUT AUDIO L_ 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 c_iv_ you the feeling of being at alive perfonnance.
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 (_hen 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 som_d) _ ill come out from the speakers, affecting yotu- ears or causing the speakers to
be damaged.
• Noise may occur in the LinearPCM double-speed audio. This is not a malfunction.
• If you set "DTS" to "On." you cannot select surround setting (page 87).
66 Audio Setup
Screen Setup
"Screen Setup" allows you to set the screen
according to the playback and connection
conditions.
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then press ENTER.
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Press _,/* to select an item.
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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 _hen you connect a 4:3 screen TV. Displays a wide
picture with bands on the upper and lo_ er portions of the screen.
4:3 Pan Scan Select this _hen 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 Pan Scan I6:94:3 Letter Box
• Black Level
You can enhance the black level by increasing the brightness and contrast when
viewing DVDs with the PROGRESSIVE indicator mined off.
The default setting is indicated in bold print.
Off Stops the increase of the contrast.
On Increases the contrast.
Notes
• Playback settings stored in the disc take priox-i_" over the "DVD SETUP" menu settings and
not all the functions described may work.
• Depending on the DVD, "4:3 Letter Box" xnay be selected autoxnatically instead of"4:3 Pan
Scan" or vice versa.
68 Screen Setup
To set the "Progressive" setting
If your TV accepts progressive (480p) Ibnnat signals, you will r!!joy accurate color
reproduction and high quality image.
Follow step 1 and 2 on page 67, then press i,/4 to
select "Progressive."
Press I,/* to select "On," then press ENTER.
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 _blueconnections).
See "Use this hookup if your TV has component
video input jacks" on page 64.
3 Press I,/* to select [OK] to test your video
signal.
If video signal appears OK, video connection is
complete. Press ENTER.
The PROGRESSIVE indicator on the unit lights up
in orange.
If picture is distorted, press o_ RETURN.
Check the connection (page 64).
Press SET UP to exit the menu.
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• The "Progressive" setting can be canceled by pressing || on the unit continuously for 5
seconds or more. or selecting "O1:1"' 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'.
70 Screen Setup
Setting the display or sound track
language
You can set various languages %r the disc's
metal, sound track or subtitle.
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Setting the display or sound track language 71
3
Press tl,/!1, to select the language setup item from the displayed list:
"DVD Menu," "Audio," or "Subtitle."
Then press ENTER.
4
Press tl,/!1, to select the desired language, then press ENTER.
• DVD MENU LANGUAGE
You can select the desired language for the
disc's menu.
• AUDIO LANGUAGE
Switches the language of the sound track.
When you select "Original," the language
given priority in the disc is selected.
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• 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.
SETUP Press SET UP to exit the menu.
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English
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Deutsch
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Nederlands
Others
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• If you select "Others" in step 4. an additional language menu
appears. Press t/l!,/4,/,*, to select the desired language,
then press ENTER.
Notes
• \Vhen 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.
72 Setting the display or sound track language
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.
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• If you have not entered a password
The display for registering a new password
appears.
Enter a 4-digit password using the number
buttons.
The display for confirming the password
appears.
Re-enter the password.
• When you have already registered a
password
The display for entering the password appears.
Enter a 4-digit password using the number
bnttons.
After registering a password, if you set "Use
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screen will not appear.
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RATENG LEVEL
Level 8 Adult
Level 7
Level 6
Level 5
Level 4
Level 3
Level 2
Press i,/4 to select the level you want, then
press ENTER.
The options are as follows.
Level 8 (Adult) *-+ Level 7 *-+ Level 6 *-+
Level 5 *--+ Level 4 *--+ Level 3 *--+ Level 2
*-+ Level 1 (Kids Safe)
The lower the value, the stricter the limitation.
74 Parental Control (limiting playback by children)
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To change the password
Select "Change Password" in step 4 on page 74.
The display for entering a new password appears.
Enter a new 4-digit password using the number buttons.
The display for confirming the password appears.
Re-enter the new password.
To turn off the Parental Control function
Set "Use Password" to "No" in step 3 on page 74.
To play a disc for which Parental Control is set
Insert the disc, then press [2> PLAY.
The display for entering your password appears.
Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons.
The player starts playback.
If you forget your password
Remove the disc and turn offthe DVD-VCR.
Turn on the DVD-VCR again with no disc in the unit.
Hold down _ and _ on the front panel sinmltaneously for 5 seconds.
"Reset OK" appears on the screen.
Turn off the DVD-VCR.
The password is cleared.
To create a new password, tbllow step 3 on page 74.
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 dMded 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.
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.
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The disc's menu appears on the TV screen.
The contents of the menu va W from disc to disc.
Press €/4/I-/* to select the item you want to play or change.
You can also use the number buttons to select the item. In this case, step 3
is skipped.
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Press ENTER.
To turn off the DVD's menu
Press • STOP
Note
• Depending Ollthe DVD. you 1nay 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,
see "Playing JPEG image files" on page 93.
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3
Press ENTER repeatedly to change the magnification.
Each time you press the button, the magnification changes as shown below.
2× -+ 4× -+ 2× -+ normal magnification
Notes
• You cannot use 4X magnification when you play VIDEO CDs.
• The zoom function may not work depending on the DVD.
78 Zooming into a scene
Changing the angles
If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene
are recorded on the DVD, "_" appears in
the display when you press ANGLE during
playback. This means that you can change
the viewing angle.
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The number after the slash indicates the total
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Press I,/* repeatedly to select the angle number.
The scene changes to the selected angle.
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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.
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Press l,/*. repeatedly to select the language.
Depending on the DVD, the choice of language varies.
Refer to "DVD Audio/Subtitle Language" on page 125 for the abbreviation
of the language.
Press tl,/,I, 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 ifmuhilingual
subtitles are recorded on it. You also may not be able to turn them of£
80 Displaying the subtitle
Various play mode functions (Program play,
Shuffle play,Repeat play)_ _ _ !
You can set the following play modes:
• Program play (page 81)
• Shuffle play (page 83)
• Repeat play (page 84)
Note
• The play' mode is canceled xahen:
you open the disc tray'
the player enters standby' mode by' pressing I/(_).
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
program. You can program up to 20 tracks.
Creating your own program (Program play)
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Press t/!/l-/,i, to select the track number you
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To program other tracks, repeat step 3.
The programmed track numbers are displayed in the selected order.
PLAY Press 11:> PLAY to start program play.
Q Program play starts.
When the program ends, you can restart the same program again by
pressing 11:> PLAY.
To stop program play
Press CLEAR during playback.
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change or cancel a program
Follow steps i and 2 of"Creating your own program (Program play)."
Press ! repeatedly to select ';(?lear last track," then press ENTER. Each time you
press the button, the last programmed number is canceled. You can also cancel
the last programmed number by pressing (?LEAR.
Follow step 3 for new programming.
To cancel all the programmed numbers
Follow steps i and 2 of"Creating your own program (Program play)."
Press !1,repeatedly to select ';(?lear last track," then press * to select "Clear all
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.
82 Various play mode functions (Program play, Shuffle play, Repeat play)
Playing in random order (Shuffle play)
You can shuffle the playback order of tracks.
Subsequent "shuffling" may produce a
different playing order.
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Various play mode functions (Program play, Shuffle play, Repeat play) 83
Playing repeatedly (Repeat play) _ _ _ _
You can play all of the titles or tracks on a
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Press REPEAT or I./,*, 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 playing a DATA CD (MP3 audio)
• FILE: repeats the current track (file).
• DIR: repeats the current album (directow).
• DISC: repeats the current disc.
84 Various play mode functions (Program play, Shuffle play, Repeat play)
To return to normal play
Select "Off' or press (:LEAR in step 2.
Notes
• You cannot repeat play with DVD-R\V ill VR mode.
• You cannot repeat play VIDEO CDs with PBC function on. gee "Playing VIDEO CDs with
"PBC ON/OFF" Functions" on page 97.
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Changing the sound
When playing a DVD recorded in nmltiple
audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital, or
DTS), you can change the andio 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 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.
Disc type Playback
instruments only
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• When playing a DVD
Depending on the DVD, the choice of language varies.
Refer to "DVD Audio/Subtitle Language" on page 125 for the
abbreviation of the language.
• When playing a VIDEO CD or CD
The dei_ault setting is indicated in bold print.
Stereo The standard stereo sound
Left The so_md of the left channel (monaural)
Right The sotmd of the right channel (monaural)
86 Changing the sound
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.
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Press @/* repeatedly to select 'Sun'oundl, Surround2, Smround3.
Sun'ound effect increases as shown below.
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To cancel the setting
Select "OfP' in step 2.
Notes
• When the playing signal does not contain a signal for the rear speakers the stu-round effects
will be difficult to hear.
• When you activate the sttrround effect, ntm offthe stu-round setting of the connected TV or
amplifier (receiver).
• Make sure that yottr 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
Digital" to "Dolby Digital" or "DTS" to "On" in "AUDIO SETUP" menu (page 65), sound
will come from your speakers but it will not have the sun-ound effect.
• If you activate the surround effect, the sampling frequency is converted to 48kHz, 16bit.
88 Virtual surround setting
Playing an MP3 audio track
You can play back DATA CDs (CD-ROMs,
CD-Rs'CD-RWs) recorded in MP3 (MPEG 1
Audio Layer 3) format.
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then press _--to close the tray.
When you load a DATA CD which contains
MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files,
"Select a Media Type" menu appears.
If you load a DATA CD which contains only
MP3 audio files, the MP3 display appears.
Then you can skip step 2.
Select a Meda Type
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ENTER.
The first track starts playing. Press • STOP if
necessary.
Repeat mode
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Press d% RETURN, then press i,/4 to select
the desired directory in the left column, then
press ENTER.
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right column, then press ENTER.
The selected track starts playing.
When a track or album is being played, the title
is shown in a box. The playing track number
appears on the display window.
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To stop play
Press • STOP.
To repeat play
Press REPEAT repeatedly during playback to change the repeat mode.
• FILE: repeats the current track (file).
• DIR: repeats the cun'ent album (directory).
• DIS(:: repeats the current disc.
To go to the next or previous page
Press * or I..
To return to the previous display
Press d% RETURN.
To return to the "Select a Media Type" menu
Press • STOP twice, then press TOP MENU.
To turn off the display
Press • STOP twice, then press g'_ RETURN repeatedly.
90 Playing an MP3 audio track
Notes
• Only the letters in the alphabet and numbers can be used i\)r albmn or track names. Anything
else is displayed as an asterisk.
• Upto 12 alphanumeric characters can be displayed for albuln or track nalnes.
• ID3 tags calmot be displayed.
About MP3 audio tracks
You can play MP3 audio tracks on CD-ROMs, CD-Rs, o1" 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 nmsic CD format or video CD
fomlat 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 formal the player calmot recognize the
data properly and _ ill generate a loud noise which could damage your speaker system.
• The player cannot play audio n-acks in MP3PRO fc)rlnat.
• 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, sotmd skipping or speaker damage.
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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
Tree1 Tree2 Tree3 Tree4 Tree5
[_ track
When you insert a DATA CD and press [2> PLAY, the numbered tracks are played
seqnentially, from @ through (2). Any sub-albums/tracks contained within a currently
selected album does not take priority over the next album in the same tree. (Example:
contains _ but (_) is played before @.)
When you press d% RETURN and the list of MP3 albums appears (page 90), the
albums are arranged in me following order: _ --+ O --+ _ --+ 1_ --+ 1i) --+ _.
Albums that do not contain tracks (such as album _) do not appear in the list.
Tips
• If you add numbers (01, 02, 03, etc.) to the fl-ont of the track file names, the tracks will be
played in that order.
• A disc with many trees takes longer to stalt 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 ofup to 999 files can be recognized for discs that contain both MP3 andJPEG 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.
92 Playing an MP3 audio track
Playing JPEG image files
You can play JPEG image files on DATA (Ds
(CD-ROMs.( D-Rs. CD-RWs).
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Press _-- and place a DATA CD on the disc tray,
then press _-- to close the tray.
When you load a DATA CD which contains
MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files,
"Select a Media Type" menu appears.
If you load a DATA CD which contains only
JPEG image files, the "Album" display
appears. Then you can skip step 2.
Select a Meda Type
2 JPEG
Press t1_/!1" to select "JPEG", then press
ENTER.
The "Album" display will appears.
If you do not press ENTER after selecting a
media type, the selected media will be
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Press _/1_1 to select the next previous album page, then press t1"/4/
_./* to select an image in the "Album" display.
To display the selected image [_, N:_Ijs:!
To enjoy the Slide show
Press tl./4/_./* to select an image in the "Album"
display, then press ENTER.
Press l./*. select " then ENTER.
to
press
The "Interval" menu appears.
Press l./*. to select the desired play speed, then press
ENTER.
Slide show starts.
To turn on/off the menu in the single image display
Press CLEAR to turu off the menu. Press l, or *. to turu on the menu.
To return to the "Album" display
Press MENU to returu to the "Album" display. Press _ repeatedly to returu to the
first "Album" page.
To return to the "Select a Media Type" menu
Press • STOP twice, then press TOP MENU.
Notes
• Slide show can play in only one direction.
• You cannot rotate or zoom in the image during glide 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 " _ "lnentL
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 lbr 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 ±br discs that contain both MP3 and JPEG files.
Files are recognized in the order that they _ ere 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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Playing JPEG image files 95
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 fomlat or video CD
tbrmat 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 (D-R_,Vs cannot be played on this system depending on file format.
• If you add the extension ".JPG" or ".JPEG" to data not in JPEG forlnat. "Can not Display"
x_i-llappear.
• Depending on the disc or the size of image files, playback may take some time to stalt.
• Pro_essive and lossless compression JPEG image files are not supported.
• The image size that can be displayed is limited. You can display the ±\_llowing 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.
96 Playing JPEG image files
Playing VIDEO CDs with "PBC ON/OFF"
Functions
The PB( (Playback control) flmction allows
you to search and perform other operations
interactively. PBC playback fol!ows a selection
menn displayed on your TV screen.
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Press MENU to select "PBC ON."
The menu for your selection appears.
Press t_/!1, to select the item number you want.
You can also use the number buttons to select the item number and track.
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Press ENTER.
4
Follow the instructions in the menu for interactive operations.
Refer to the instructions supplied with the disc, as the operating procedure
may differ depending on the VIDEO CD.
To return to the menu
Press o_ RETURN.
To play using "PBC OFF"
Press MENU to select "PBC OFF."
\\then "PBC OFF" is selected, the DVD player starts continuous pla?: You cannot play still
pictures such as a menu.
To retttrn 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 mstlqactions supplied x_ith the disc. In this case, press [2:> PLAY.
98 Playing VIDEO CDs with "PBC ON/OFF" Functions
VCR Additional Operations
Quick Timer Recording i_
After you have started recording, you can
have the VCR stop recording automatically
after a specified duration.
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While recording, press • REC.
Press • REC repeatedly to set the duration time.
Each press advances the time as follows.
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recordingq
The tape counter decreases minute by minute to 0:00, then the VCR stops
recording.
To extend the duration
Press • REC repeatedly to set a new duration time.
To cancel the duration
Press • REC repeatedly until the £) indicator disappears and the VCR returns to
normal recording mode.
To stop while recording
Press • STOP.
Note
• You cannot display the current tape time in the display window xxhen 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 nomlal 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 On-screen display Display window
Stereo Hi-Fi STEREO indicator
Left channel Left STEREO indicator
Right channel Right STEREO indicator
Monaural sound on the Mono No indicator
nonnal 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) ,,4.
Stereo sound
(left/right channels)
Notes
• To play a tape in stereo you must use the AV connections.
• When you play a tape recorded in monaural the sotmd is heard in lnonaural regardless of the
AUDIO setting.
100 Recording stereo and bilingual programs
Searching using various functions i_
The VCR automatically marks the tape with
an index signal at the point where each
recording begins.
You can easily find a specific point using
various search functions.
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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.
Press SEARCH.
Press ,*.to scan ahead, or I. to scan backwards.
The VCR searches and then plays back Ibr about five
seconds.
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Pless [*]or [÷l
Goto [0:00:00]:
Press [ _¢]
End search
Press [ • ]
0:01:30
Seal and pay
0:01:30
Press 1_ PLAY to view that program.
If you do not press 1_ PLAY, the VCR automatically searches for the next index
mark, or until it reaches the end of the tape.
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Searching using various functions 101
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
"O:O0:O0."
The VCR automatically fast-forwards or rewinds to the 0:OO:0O point on the tape
counter.
Press SEARCH.
Press It.
The VCR starts searching and automatically stops at
the O:00:00 point.
Golo [0:00:00]
0:01:30
To search for a blank portion of the tape
The VCR automatically searches _br the beginning of a blank portion. You can easily
find a point you can start recording from.
Press SEARCH.
Press It.
The VCR starts searching and automatically stops at
the beginning of a blank space. If no blank space is End',_;_
found, the VCR reaches the end.
0:01:30
Note
• Once in recording mode. if the VCR is put in pause and then released to start the recording,
no index mark will be inselted. An index mark will be insexted if the channel is changed
while VCR is put in pause.
102 Searching using various functions
Adjusting the picture (tracking)
Although the VCR automatically adjusts the tracking
when playing a tape, distortion may occnr 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, eiect the
tape and reinsert it.
Tracking meter
Note
• The auto tracking adjusnnent cannot be guaranteed to work _ith tapes recorded m the LP
mode on other VCRs.
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Changing menu options i_
You can change the tape length, auto play
and auto repeat settings. Normally the
default settings are used. Change these
settings if necessary.
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Auto Power Off [ Off ]
RF Output Charlnel [3CH]
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Press ,1_/!1,to select _ (VIDEO) and press
ENTER.
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Press ,1_/!1,to select the option to change.
104 Changing menu options
Press <,/* to change the setting.
SET UP Press SET UP to exit the menu.
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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 shoxter 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 automaticall?\ when you insext a tape with
its safety tab removed.
• Offto tun1 offAmo pla?_ You need to press [2:>-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 automaticall?5
• Off to tttrn off Auto repeat.
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Editing with another VCR
How to connect to record on this VCR
This VCR (Recorder)
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TV
Other VCR (Player)
Audio/video cord
(not supplied) : Signal flow
Notes
• Make sure you colmect 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 sotmd 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 hmraning 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 _hose 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).
106 Editing with another VCR
Operation (when recording on this VCR)
Before you start editing •
• Turn on the VCR and the TV and set
it to the video channel. // _..
• Press INPUT SELECT to display _ _ _[_ I_ _ o
"LINE 1" or "LINE 2" in the display _
window.
• Press SP, EP to select the tape speed,
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REC
SP or EP.
Insert a source tape with its safety tab removed into the other (playback) VCR.
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
and press |1.
Press • REC on this VCR to set it to recording pause.
To start editing, press the |1 (pause) buttons on both VCRs at the same time.
To stop editing
Press the • (stop) buttons on both VCRs.
Tip
• To cut out unwanted scenes while editing, press || on this VCR when an unwanted scene
begins. When it ends, press II again to resmne recording.
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Additional Information
General setup information
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SETUP Press SET UP when the DVD player is in stop
mode, then press t_/4 to select
(OPTION), then press ENTER.
2
Press t_/4 to select the option to change.
3
Press l./W,, to change the setting.
When changing the '_RF Output Channel," confirmation messages will
appear. Press ENTER to confirm the messages.
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SETUP Press SET UP to exit the menu.
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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 amomatically if no
signal is received and you do not press any of the buttons
dm-ing this time.
RF Output Chamlel • "3tit" when using channel 3 to receive the VCR signal.
• "4CH" s_hen using channel 4 to receive the VCR signal.
For details, see page 110.
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General setup information 109
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
con'ect signal from the DVD-VCR.
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Set the RF Output channel to "3CH" or "4CH" (see page 108 to set the channel),
whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are used, set the switch to
either channel.
Press I(_) to turn on the DVD-VCR.
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).
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.
110 General setup information
Attaching the external antenna connector
When using a 300-ohm twin lead cable for a
VHFiUHF 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.
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 tbr a VHF&_HF
antenna, use a VHFiUHF band separator.
mixer (not supplied) to connect the antenna
to the DVD-VCR.
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VHF/UHF
band
separator/
mixer (not
supplied)
Loosen the screws on the mixer.
Wind the twin leads around the screws on the mixer.
Retighten the screws.
4 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 I(_) switch does not function. • Connect the AC power cord securel?_
The po_er is turned on but the DVD- • Moistttre condensation has occurred. Tttrn the power off,
n VCR does not operate, unplug the AC power cord and leave the DVD-VCR to
dry for over three hours.
-_ The clock has stopped and "--:--" • The clock stops if the DVD-VCR is disconnected from
o appears in the display windo_, the wall outlet. Reset the clock (and timer).
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T_qe remote colrtlnander does not
function.
• Make sm-e 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 col:cectl_5
• Select correctly VIDEO or DVD with the SELECT DVDi
VIDEO button.
The tracking meter does not appear • The recording condition of the tape is ve W poor and
on the screen, tracking cannot be actiusted.
You cannot conn-ol 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
There is no picture pictttre noise
appears.
Even though you set the aspect ratio
in "TV Type" of the "SCREEN
gETUP" menu the picture does not
fill the screen.
There is no picture from your V(R
connected to the LINE IN jacks.
There is no sound.
Sotmd is noisy.
The sound volmne is low.
Remedy
• Re-connect the connecting cord sectu-ely.
• The connecting cords are damaged.
• Check the connection to your TV (page 13) and switch
the input selector on yotu- TV so that the signal from the
player appears on the TV screen.
• The disc is dirty or flawed.
• If the pictttre omput from your player goes through yottr
VCR to get to yotu- 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 T\_ please
try connecting your player to your TV's S-VIDEO input
(page 63).
• You have set the player to progressive format (the
PROGRESSIVE indicator lights up in orange) even
though your TV camlot accept the progressive signal. In
this case, set "Progressive" to "Off' (page 69).
• Even if your TV is coxnpatible 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 pla?_r is set to normal
(interlace) format (page 69).
• 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
orange. Check the setting (page 67) and connection
(page 64).
• The aspect ratio of the disc is fixed on your DVD.
• The DVD player must be in standby mode to view
pictures from your VCR.
• Re-connect the connecting cord sectuel?_
• The connecting cord is damaged.
• The player is connected to the wrong input jack on the
amplifier (receiver) (page 14).
• The amplifier (receiver) input is not con-ectly set.
• The player is in pause mode or in Slow-motion Play mode.
• The player is in I'ast foxward 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).
• "_\rhenplaying a CD with DTS sound tracks, noise will
come from the LINE OUT LiR (AUDIO) jacks (page 36)
or DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL)
jack.
• The sotmd volume is low on some DVDs. The sound
vohune may improve if you set "Audio DRC" to "Wide
Range" (page 66).
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Symptom
The disc does not pla}_
The MP3 audio track cannot be
played (page 89).
The JPEG image file cannot be
plaF_d.
The title of the MP3 audio albmni
track or JPEG image albmr_ file is not
correctly displayed.
The disc does not start playing from • Program plaF5 shuffle play. or repeat play. has been
the beginning, selected (pages 81, 83, 84).
• Resume play has taken effect (page 35).
The player stalts playing the disc • The disc feattLres an auto playback function.
automatically.
Playback stops automatically. • While playing discs with an auto pause signal, the player
stops plaF_ack at the auto pause signal.
You cannot perform some ikmctions • Depending on the disc, you may not be able to do some
such as stop, search, slow-motion operations. See the operating manual that comes with the
pla?_ repeat play, shuffle pla?_ or disc.
program pla?5
Remedy
• The disc is turned over.
• Insert the disc with the pla}_ack side facing down on the
disc tra?_
• The disc is skewed.
• The player cannot play certain discs (page 6).
• The region code on the DVD does not match the player.
• Moistm-e has condensed inside the player (page 3).
• The player cannot play CD-Rs, CD-R\Vs, or DVD-Rs that
are not finalized (page 7).
• Make sure the TV / DVD.VIDEO switch is set con-ectl?5
• Select correctly VIDEO or DVD with SELECT DVDi
VIDEO button.
• The DATA CD is not recorded in the MP3 format that
coni\)nns to ISO9660 Level l/Level 2.
• The MP3 audio track does not have the extension ".MP3."
• The data is not fomlatted in MP3 even though it has the
extension ".MP3."
• The data is not MPEGI Audio LaF_r 3 data.
• The player cannot play audio tracks in MP3PRO format.
• The DATA CD is not recorded in JPEG format that
coni\)nns to ISO9660 Level l/Level 2.
• The JPEG image file does not have the extension ".JPG"
or ".JPEG."
• The data is not fomlatted in JPEG even though it has the
extension ".JPG" or "JPEG."
• Length or width of the image is more than 4720 dots.
• The player can only display numbers and alphabet. Other
characters are displayed as asterisks.
114 Troubleshooting
Symptom Remedy
The language for the sound track • T_ using the DVD's lnenu instead of the direct selection
cannot be changed, button on the remote (page 76).
• Multilingual tracks are not recorded on the DVD being
played.
• The DVD prohibits the changing of the language for the
sotmd track.
The subtitle language cannot be • Try using the DVD's lnenu instead of the direct selection
.__ changed or turned off. button on the remote (page 76).
"_ • Multilingual subtitles are not recorded on the DVD being
• played.
0 • The DVD prohibits the changing of the subtitles.
The angles cannot be changed. • T17 using the DVD's lnenu instead of the direct selection
button Oll the remote (page 76).
• 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 elecn-icity, etc., causes the player to operate
abnormally, unplug the player.
YON Troubleshooting
Symptom Remedy
The playback picture does not appeal- •
on the TV screen.
The picture is not clear. •
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Make sure the TV is set to the channel for the VCR. If
you are using a monitor, set it to video input.
Actiust the n-acking with the TRACKING ÷ buttons.
The video heads are dirty (see the last page of
"Troubleshooting"). (?lean the video heads using a Sony
video head cleaning cassette. Ifa 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 yotu-
local Sony dealer for more in±\_rlnation.
The picture rolls vertically during • Adiust the xextical hold control on the TV or monitor.
picmre search.
The picture has no sotmd. • The tape is defectixe.
• If you made AV connections, check the audio cord
connection.
A TV program does not appear on • Make sure the TV is set to the channel for the VCR. If
the TV screen, you are using a monitor, set it to video input.
,_ • Select the correct sottrce with the INPUT SELECT or
CH +, buttons. Select channel number when
recordinga
o TV programs: select "L 1" or "L2" ahen recording from
r_ other equipxnent.
TV reception is poor. • Adjust the TV antenna.
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Troubleshooting115
Symptom Remedy
The tape starts playing as soon as it is • The safety tab has been removed. To record on this tape
inserted, cover the tab hole.
The tape is _iected when you press • Check that the safety tab has not been removed.
8 • REC.
r_ Nothing happens when you press • Make sure the tape is not at its end.
O REC.
The timer does not operate. • Check that the clock is set.
• Make sure a tape has been inselted.
• 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 cttrrent time.
• Check that the cable box is turned on.
• The clock stops if the DVD-VCR is disconnected from
the wall omlet for more than one minute. Reset the clock
and timer.
• Turn the power off and tmplug the AC power cord.
• Check that a tape is not alrea@ in the tape compartment.
• Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a dl_,. soft
cloth, or a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild
detergent solmion. Do not use any type of solvent, such
as alcohol or benzine.
• The unit is not compatible with satellite TV receiver AV
mouse, etc.
._=
o
._E
I,-
A tape carmot be inserted.
The VCR mechanism needs to be
,_ cleaned.
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Control by AV mouse is not possible.
Symptoms caused by contaminated video heads
• Normal picture • Rough picture • Unclear picture • No picture (or
black & white
screen appears)
initial = terminal
contamination
116 Troubleshooting
Glossary
Chapter (page 37)
Sections of a picture o1"a music feature that
are smaller than titles. A title is composed of
several chapters. Depending on the disc, no
chapters may be recorded.
Dolby Digital (pages 61 and 66)
Digital audio compression technology
developed by Dolby Laboratories. This
technology confomls 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
andio 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.
DTS (page 66)
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
andio.
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 (page 6)
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 ofa 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 _brmat,
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 enioy 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 Q-
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 8"
DVD VIDEO, while discs created in VR
(Video Recording) mode allow the contents _.
to be programmed or edited, o
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 Ibnnat.
continued
Glossary 117
Interlace format
Interlace fomlat 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.
Progressive format (pages 64 and 69)
Compared to the Interlace fomlat 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 l}ame. This means that
while the Interlace format can show 30
frames/60 fields in one second, the
Progressive format can show 60 fi'ames in
one second. The overall picture quality
increases and still images, text, and
horizontal lines appear sharper. This player
is compatible with the 480 pro_'essive
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).
118 Glossary
Specifications
System
Laser
Semiconductor laser
Format
VHS NTSC standard
Video recording system
Rotary head helical scanning FM system
Video heads
Double azinmth four heads
Video signal
NTSC color. EIA standards
Tape speed
SP: 3335 minis (1 _ inches/s)
EP: 11 12 mn_s (_s inches/s)
LP: t667 nm_s (l_s inches/s),
playback only
Maximmn recording/playback tilne
8 hrs in EP mode (witb T-160 tape)
Rewind time
Approx I min (witb T-120 tape)
Tuner section
Channel coverage
VHF 2 to 13
UHF I4 to 69
CATV A-8 to A-I. A to \x_ W+I to W_84
Antenna
75-ohm antenna temfinal for VHFiUHF
inputs and outputs
LINE IN 1and LINE-2 IN
VIDEO IN, phono jack (1 each)
Input signal: I Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced, sync
negative
AUDIO IN, phono jacks (2 each)
Input level: 327 lnVrms
Input impedance: more than 47 kilohms
LINE OUT
VIDEO OUT, phono jack (t)
Output signal: I Vp-p, 75 ohms. unbalanced, sync
negative
AUDIO OUT. phono jacks (2)
Standard output: 327 mVnns
Load impedance: 47 kiloluns
Output impedalme: less than 10 kilohms
DIGITAL OUT
OPTICAL, Optical output jack
18 dBln (wave length: 660 nm)
COAXIAL, pbono jack
Output signal: 05 Vp-p, 75 ohms
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT ('*\ Pb, Pr)
Phono jack
Y: I0 Vp-piPb. Pr: 07 Vp-p, 75 ohms
S-VIDEO OUT
4-pin, mini-DIN jack
Y: I0 Vp-p, tmbalanced, syne negative
C: 0286 Vp-p, load impedance 75 ohms
Timer section
Clock
Quartz locked
Timer indication
12-hour cycle
Timer setting
8 programs (max)
General
Power IeqlllIenlents
120 V AC 60 Hz
Voxver consllnlpt 1on
25 W
Power back-up
Back-up duration: 0 mm
Operating telnperamre
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%
Dimensions including projecting parts and controls
(w/h,d)
Approx 430 x 85 _ 287 nnn
(Approx 17 34 115 inches)
Mass
Approx 36 kg (Approx 79 lbs)
Supplied accessories
Relnote commander (1)
Size AA (R6) barieries (2)
75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type connectors (1)
Audio/video cord (pinplug *3 _ pinplug ×3) (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change wifliout
notice
ENERGY STAR g is a US registered mark
As an ENERGY STAR ®Partner. Sony COllJoration has
determined that this product lneets the ENERGY STAR _"
guidelines for energy efficiency
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Index to parts and controls
Refer to the pages indicated in parentheses ( ) for details.
Front panel
SLV-D550P
SLV-D350P
[] I/(_) POWER (on/standby) switch (11)
(35) (42)
[] PROGRESSIVE indicator (64) (69)
[] Disc tray (33)
[] _ (open/close) button (33) (34)
[] Tape compartment (44)
[] z_ (eject) button (42)
[] • RE(? (record) button (45)
[] _ (rewind)illH_ (fast-forward) button
(35) (42)
[] • (stop) button (34) (42)
[] n (pause) button (34) (42)
[] [2> (play) button *_ (34) (42)
[] DIAL TIMER .2 (50)
[] W Remote sensor (10)
[] CHANNEL TRACKING +M buttons .I
(44) (103)
[] SELECT DVD'VIDEO buttons (10)
[] LINE-2 IN VIDEO/AUDIO L/R jacks *_
(106)
• l _ and CHANNEL + buttons have a tactile
dot. Use the tactile dot asareference.
• _ SLV-D550P only
• 3 Covered
120 index to parts and controls
Display window
[]
[] DVD indicator (34)
[] MONTH indicator* (50)
[] DAY indicator* (53)
[] YEAR indicator* (53)
[] DATE indicator* (50)
[] Record indicator (45)
[] VIDEO indicator (42)
[] Tape indicator (42)
[] Timer indicator (48)
[] STEREO indicator (100)
[] Playing timeicloc_cun'ent status
indicator (34) (42)
[] SURR (sun'ound) indicator (87)
[] DTS indicator (66)
[] Disc indicator (34)
* SLV-D550P only
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Index to parts and controls 121
Rear panel
J
DVD player and VCR
[] AC power cord (13) (16)
[] LINE IN 1 VIDEO/AUDIO LiR jacks
(106)
[] LINE OUT VIDEO/AUDIO LiR jacks
(14)
[] IN (FROM ANT.) connector (15)
[] OUT (TO TV) connector (15)
DVD player only
[] LINE OUT AUDIO L/R jacks (63)
[] COMPONENT VIDEO OUT PriPbiY
.jacks (64)
[] S-VIDEO OUT jack (63)
[] DIGITAL AUDIO OUT/OPTICAL jack
(62)
[] DIGITAL AUDIO OUT/COAXIAL jack
(62)
122 Index to parts and controls
Remote commander for DVD
..............]
:Go ..............[]
[] A (open/close) button (33) (34)
[] TV DVD.VIDEO switch (10)
[] SELECT DVD button (10)
[] Number buttons .1 (29)
[] CLEAR button (43) (48) (82)
[] ANGLE button (79)
[] SET UP button (20)
[] SUBTITLE button (80)
[] AUDIO button *_ (86) (100)
[] _,÷ SKIP button (34)
[] ._ REPLAY button (34)
[] || PAUSE button (34)
[] _ PLAY button .1 (34)
[] t_/4/_./,_ buttons (20)
ENTER button .2 (20)
[] DISPLAY button (37)
[] TOP MENU button (76)
[] I/(_) (on/standby) switch (11) (35)
[] VOL (volume) +/ buttons (11)
[] ZOOM button (78)
[] ENTER button .2 (20)
[] REPEAT button (81)
[] SURROUND button (87)
[] "_1 _141/)_- m_-buttons (34)
[] _ PREV (prcvious)/l_ll)l NEXT
(next) button (34)
[] • STOP button (34)
[] _ RETURN button (23)
[] MENU button (76)
.1 Number 5. AUDIO and [2:>-PLAY buttons
have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a
reference.
*2 The ENTER buttons 14 and 20 can be used
interchangeabl?_
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Remote commander for VIDEO
o 0,
[] A (eject) button (42)
[] TV / DVD.VIDEO switch (I0)
[] SELECT VIDEO button (10)
[] Number buttons .1 (29)
[] CLEAR button (43)
[] SET UP button (20)
[] TIMER button (47)
[] AUDIO button .1 (I00)
[] _÷ SKIP button (43)
[] SP (Standard Play)iEP (Extended Play)
button (45)
[] • RE(? (record) button (45)
[] |l PAUSE button (42)
[] [2> PLAY button .1 (42)
[] tt/4/l-/,_ buttons (20)
ENTER button .2 (20)
[] DISPLAY button (43)
[] Ii(!) (on/standby) switch (I 1) (42)
[] VCR Plus+ button *_ (55)
[] CH (channel)/TRACKING +M buttons .1
(44) (103)
[] VOL (volume) +_ buttons (11)
[] ENTER button .2 (20)
[] MUTING button (11)
[] SEARCH button (101)
[] TViVIDEO button (46)
[] INPUT SELECT button (46)
[] _l (rewind)i_l_ (_ast-fbrward) I,- (slow)
buttons (42)
[] I-ql_lil_l SHUTTLE button (42)
[] • STOP button (42)
[] o_ RETURN button (56)
• l Ntunber 5 AUDIO. [2>-PLAY and
CHiTRACKING + buttons have a tactile dot.
Use the tactile dot as a reference.
• _ The ENTER buttons 14 and 20 can be used
interchangeably.
• 3 SLV-D550P only
124 Index to parts and controls
DVD Audio/Subtitle Language
Abbreviation Language
ARA Arabic
CHI Chinese
CRO Croatian
CZK Czech
DAN Danish
DEU German
ENG English
ESP Spanish
FIN Finish
FRA French
GRE Greek
HLrN Hungarian
IDN Indonesian
IND Hindi
ISL Icelandic
ITA Italian
IWR Hebrew
JPN Japanese
KOR Korean
_'VIAL Malay
NLD Dmch
NOR Nmavegian
POL Polish
POR Portuguese
RUS Russian
SVE Swedish
THA Thai
TUR Turkish
VIE Vietnamese
ZAF Afrikaans
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DVD Audio/Subtitle Language 125
Index
Numerics
16:9 68
4:3 Letter Box 68
4:3 Pan Scan 68
A
Ac!iusting
picture 103
tracking 103
Angle 79
Antenna hookup 15
Audio track 100
Audio video (A/V) hookup 14
Auto Clock Set 22
C
Cable hookup 13
Channel line-up chart 30
Cleaning the video heads 115
Clock setting 22
Con_nercial Skip 42
Colmecting
Cable TV 19
external antenna connector
111
VHFiUHF band mixer 111
Counter 43
Custom AV Mode 39
D
DATA CD 6, 89, 93
Demonstration Mode 54
Dial Timer 50
Disabling channels 28
DOLBY DIGITAL 61, 86
DTS 62, 86
Dubbing. see Editing
DVD 6
E
Editing 106
EP 1node 45
H
Handling discs 8
Hi-fi audio track 100
J
JPEG 6, 93
k
Language selecting 20
LP mode 46
M
Monaural 100
Monitoring audio during
playback 100
MP3 6, 89
N
Normal audio track 100
P
Parental Control 73
PBC (Playback control) 97
Picture ac[iUStlnent 103
Playback
at various speeds 35, 42
frame by frame 43
MP3 audio track 89
program play 81
repeat play 84
selecting the sotuld 100
shuffle play 83
skip 42
slow motion 35, 43
VIDEO CDs 97
Presetting channels 26
Pro_am play 81
Pro_essive 64, 118
R
Recording
bilingual programs 100
gAP broadcasts 100
saving 46
stereo broadcasts 100
using the Dial Timer 50
using the VCR Plus+
system 55
_hile watching another
program 46, 49
Repeat play 84
RF channel 110
S
Safety tab 46
SAP (Second Audio Program)
100
Searching
at various speeds 35, 42
for a blank poltion 102
for the counter 0 point 102
Scan and Play 101
Shufl]e play 83
SP mode 45
STEREO 86
Stereo 100
Subtitle 80
T
Timer setting
daily, weekly recording 48
using the Dial Timer 50
using the VCR Plus+
system 55
Tracking ac!iusnnent, see
Adjusting
U
Usable discs 6
V
VCR Plus+ system
channel set up 30
recording 55
VIDEO CD 6, 97
Z
Zooln 78
126 index
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