PAUSE MODE (DVD only)DOWNMIX (DVD only)DOLBY DIGITAL (DVD only)
Selects the picture in pause mode.Settings for the Sound Switches the method for mixing down to 2 Selects the type of Dolby Digital signal.
channels when you play a DVD which has
AUTOThe picture, including subjects rear sound elements (channels) or is recorded D-PCMSelect this when the player is
(AUDIO SETUP)that move dynamically, is connected to an audio
output with no jitter. Normally in Dolby Digital format. For details on the component without a built-in
select this position.?AUDIO SETUP? allows you to set the sound rear signal components, see ?Checking the Dolby Digital decoder. You can
audio signal format? (page 44). This function affects the output of the following jacks:select whether the signals
FRAMEThe picture, including subjects according to the playback and connection
that do not move dynamically, conditions.conform to Dolby Surround
-LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks(Pro Logic) or not by making
is output in high resolution.
adjustments to the
Select ?AUDIO SETUP? in the Setup -DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack when
Display. To use the display, see ?Using the ?DOLBY DIGITAL? is set to ?D-PCM? ?DOWNMIX? item in
TRACK SELECTION (DVD only)Setup Display? (page 53).(page 58).?AUDIO SETUP? (page 58).
Gives the sound track which contains the The default settings are underlined.DOLBY Select this when the player is
highest number of channels priority when you DOLBY Normally, select this position. DIGITALconnected to an audio
SUR-Multi-channel audio signals are
play a DVD on which multiple audio formats AUDIO SETUPcomponent with a built-in
(PCM, DTS, or Dolby Digital format) are AUDIO ATT:AUDIO DRC:OFFSTANDARDROUNDoutput to two channels for enjoying surround soundsDolby Digital decoder.
recorded.DIGITAL OUT:ONDOWNMIX:DOLBY SURROUND
NORMAL Multi-channel audio signals are
DOLBY DIGITAL:D-PCM
OFFNo priority given.DTS:OFFdownmixed to two channels for DTS
48kHz/96kHz PCM:48kHz/16bituse with your stereo.Selects whether or not to output DTS signals.
AUTOPriority given.
OFFSelect this when the player is
DIGITAL OUTconnected to an audio
component without a built-in
NotesAUDIO ATT (attenuation)Selects if audio signals are output via the
If the playback sound is distorted, set this DTS decoder.
When you set the item to ?AUTO,? the language item to ?ON.? The player reduces the audio DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack.
may change. The ?TRACK SELECTION? setting ONSelect this when the player is
ONNormally select this position. When
has higher priority than the ?AUDIO? settings in output level.connected to an audio
This function affects the output of the LINE Settings and Adjustments?LANGUAGE SETUP? (page 54).you select ?ON,? see ?Setting the digital output signal? for further component with a built-in DTS
If you set ?DTS? to ?OFF? (page 58), the DTS OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks.settings.decoder.
sound track is not played even if you set ?TRACK
SELECTION? to ?AUTO.?OFFNormally, select this position.OFF The influence of the digital circuit 48kHz/96kHz PCM (DVD only)
If PCM, DTS, and Dolby Digital sound tracks ONSelect this when the playback sound upon the analog circuit is minimal.Selects the sampling frequency of the audio
have the same number of channels, the player from the speakers is distorted.signal.
selects PCM, DTS, and Dolby Digital sound
tracks in this order.48kHz/16bit The audio signals of DVD
AUDIO DRC (Dynamic Range Control) Setting the digital output signalVIDEOs are always converted
MULTI-DISC RESUME (DVD/VIDEO CD (DVD only)to 48kHz/16bit.
Switches the method of outputting audio
only)Makes the sound clear when the volume is
signals when you connect a component such 96kHz/24bit All types of signals including
Switches the Multi-disc Resume setting on or turned down when playing a DVD that as an amplifier (receiver) or MD deck with a 96kHz/24bit are output in their
off. Resume playback point can be stored in conforms to ?AUDIO DRC.? This affects the digital input jack.original format. However, if the
memory for up to 6 different DVD/VIDEO output from the following jacks:For connection details, see page 18.signal is encrypted for
CD discs (page 27).-LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jackscopyright protection purposes,
Select ?DOLBY DIGITAL? and ?DTS? after
the signal is only output as 48kHz/16bit.
ONStores the resume settings in -DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack only setting ?DIGITAL OUT? to ?ON.?
memory for up to six discs.when ?DOLBY DIGITAL? is set to ?D-
PCM? (page 58).AUDIO SETUP
OFFDoes not store the resume AUDIO ATT:OFF
settings in memory. Playback STANDARD Normally select this position.AUDIO DRC:STANDARDNoteDOWNMIX:DOLBY SURROUND
restarts at the resume point only DIGITAL OUT:ONThe analog audio signals from the LINE OUT L/R
TV MODEMakes the low sounds clear
for the current disc in the player.DOLBY DIGITAL:D-PCM(AUDIO) jacks are not affected by this setting and
even if you turn the volume DTS:OFFkeep their original sampling frequency level.
down.48kHz/96kHz PCM:48kHz/16bit
WIDE Gives you the feeling of being
RANGEat a live performance.
If you connect a component that does not
conform to the selected audio signal, a loud
noise (or no sound) will come out from the
speakers, damaging your ears or speakers.
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using a component video cord
(page 17).OperationThe player starts playing the disc
Additional Information, Even if your TV is compatible with The remote does not function.automatically.,The disc features an auto playback function.
progressive format (480p) signals, the
image may be affected when you set the , There are obstacles between the remote and , ?AUTO PLAY? in ?CUSTOM SETUP? is
Troubleshootingplayer to progressive format. In this case, the player.set to ?ON? (page 56).
press the PROGRESSIVE button so that the , The distance between the remote and the
PROGRESSIVE indicator turns off and the player is too far.
If you experience any of the following , The remote is not pointed at the remote Playback stops automatically.
difficulties while using the player, use this player is set to normal (interlace) format.sensor on the player., While playing discs with an auto pause
troubleshooting guide to help remedy the , The batteries in the remote are weak.signal, the player stops playback at the auto
problem before requesting repairs.Even though you set the aspect ratio in TV pause signal.
Should any problem persist, consult your TYPE of SCREEN SETUP, the picture
nearest Sony dealer.does not fill the screen.The disc does not play.You cannot perform some functions such
, The disc is turned over.
, The aspect ratio of the disc is fixed on your Insert the disc with the playback side facing as Stop, Search, Slow-motion Play,
PowerDVD.down on the disc tray.Repeat Play, Shuffle Play, or Program
, The disc is skewed.Play.
The power is not turned on.
Sound, The player cannot play certain discs (page 6)., Depending on the disc, you may not be able
, Check that the AC power cord is connected , The region code on the DVD does not match
to do some of the operations above. See the
securely.There is no sound.the player.operating manual that comes with the disc.
, Re-connect the connecting cord securely., Moisture has condensed inside the player
Picture, The connecting cord is damaged.(page 3).
, The player is connected to the wrong input , The player cannot play a recorded disc that The language for the sound track cannot
There is no picture/picture noise appears.jack on the amplifier (receiver) (page 20, is not correctly finalized (page 6).be changed.
, Re-connect the connecting cord securely.21, 22)., Try using the DVD?s menu instead of the
, The connecting cords are damaged., The amplifier (receiver) input is not direct selection button on the remote (page
, Check the connection to your TV (page 15) correctly set.The MP3 audio track cannot be played 28).
and switch the input selector on your TV so , The player is in pause mode or in Slow-(page 30)., Multilingual tracks are not recorded on the
that the signal from the player appears on motion Play mode., The DATA CD is not recorded in an MP3 DVD being played.
the TV screen., The player is in fast forward or fast reverse format that conforms to ISO9660 Level 1/, The DVD prohibits the changing of the
, The disc is dirty or flawed.mode.Additional InformationLevel 2 or Joliet.language for the sound track.
, If the picture output from your player goes , If the audio signal does not come through , The MP3 audio track does not have the
through your VCR to get to your TV or if the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack, extension ?.MP3.?
you are connected to a combination TV/check the audio settings (page 58)., The data is not formatted in MP3 even The subtitle language cannot be changed
VIDEO player, the copy-protection signal , While playing a Super VCD on which the though it has the extension ?.MP3.?or turned off.
applied to some DVD programs could affect audio track 2 is not recorded, no sound will , The data is not MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 data., Try using the DVD?s menu instead of the
picture quality. If you still experience come out when you select ?2:STEREO,? , The player cannot play audio tracks in direct selection button on the remote (page
problems even when you connect your ?2:1/L,? or ?2:2/R.?MP3PRO format.28).
player directly to your TV, please try , Multilingual subtitles are not recorded on
connecting your player to your TV?s S The title of the MP3 audio album or track the DVD being played.
Sound distortion occurs.
VIDEO input (page 15)., The DVD prohibits the changing of
, Set ?AUDIO ATT? in ?AUDIO SETUP? to is not correctly displayed.
, You pressed the PROGRESSIVE button on subtitles.
the front panel (the PROGRESSIVE ?ON? (page 57)., The player can only display numbers and
alphabet. Other characters are displayed as
indicator lights up) even though your TV The angles cannot be changed.
?*.?
cannot accept the progressive signal. In this The sound volume is low., Try using the DVD?s menu instead of the
case, press the PROGRESSIVE button on , The sound volume is low on some DVDs. direct selection button on the remote (page
the front panel so that the PROGRESSIVE The sound volume may improve if you set The disc does not start playing from the 28).
indicator turns off.?AUDIO DRC? to ?TV MODE? (page 57).beginning., Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD
, You pressed the PROGRESSIVE button on , Set ?AUDIO ATT? in ?AUDIO SETUP? to , Program Play, Shuffle Play, Repeat Play, or being played.
the front panel (the PROGRESSIVE ?OFF? (page 57).A-B Repeat Play has been selected (page , The angle can only be changed when the
indicator lights up) but did not connect your 31).?? indicator lights up on the front panel
TV to the player?s COMPONENT VIDEO , Resume play has taken effect (page 27).display (page 9).
OUT jacks using a COMPONENT VIDEO , The DVD prohibits changing of the angles.
cord. Press the PROGRESSIVE button
only when you connect your TV to the
player?s COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks
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