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USER MANUAL DVP-LS785V SONY

Operating Instructions

DVP-NS955V
DVP-LS785V

WARNING

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. The mains lead must only be changed at a qualified service shop.

This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT MARKING is located on the rear exterior.

CAUTION

The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this CD/DVD player is harmful to eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

Notice for customers in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland

A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience. Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a 5AMP fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362, (i.e., marked with or mark) must be used. If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.

Precautions

Safety

• This unit operates on 220 - 240VAC , 50 / 60Hz . Check that the unit's operating voltage is identical with your local power supply.
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

Installing

• Do not install the unit in an inclined position. It is designed to be operated in a horizontal position only.

Welcome!

Thank you for purchasing this Sony CD/DVD Player. Before operating this player, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

Precautions

On safety

• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the player and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

On power sources

• The player is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the player itself has been turned off.
• If you are not going to use the player for a long time, be sure to disconnect the player from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead), grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.

On placement

• Place the player in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the player.
• Do not place the player on a soft surface such as a rug.
• Do not place the player in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical shock.

On operation

• If the player is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense on the lenses inside the player. Should this occur, the player may not operate properly. In this case, remove the disc and leave the player turned on for about half an hour until the moisture evaporates.
• When you move the player, take out any discs. If you don't, the disc may be damaged.

On adjusting volume

Do not turn up the volume while listening to a section with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level section is played.

On cleaning

Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.

On cleaning discs

Do not use a commercially available cleaning disc. It may cause a malfunction.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Caution: This player is capable of holding a still video image or on-screen display image on your television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still video image or on-screen display image displayed on your TV for an extended period of time you risk permanent damage to your television screen. Plasma display panel televisions and projection televisions are susceptible to this.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your player, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Table of Contents

WARNING 2
Welcome! 2
Precautions 3
About This Manual. 6
This Player Can Play the Following Discs 7
Notes About the Discs 8
Index to Parts and Controls 9
Guide to the Control Menu Display 13

Hookups 16

Hooking Up the Player 16
Step 1: Unpacking 16
Step 2: Inserting Batteries Into the Remote. 16
Step 3: Connecting the Video Cords 17
Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords 21
Step 5: Connecting the Mains Lead 28
Step 6: Quick Setup 28

Playing Discs 32

Playing Discs 32
Resuming Playback From the Point Where You Stopped the Disc (Multi-disc Resume) 34
Using the DVD's Menu 35
Selecting "ORIGINAL" or "PLAY LIST" on a DVD-RW 36
Selecting a Playback Area for a Super Audio CD 37
PlayingVIDEOCDswithPBCFunctions(PBCPlayback) 38
Various Play Mode Functions (Programme Play, Shuffle Play, Repeat Play, A-B Repeat Play) 39

Searching for a Scene 44

Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc (Search, Scan, Slow-motion Play, Freeze Frame). 44
Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track/Scene, etc. (Search mode) 46
Searching by Scene (PICTURE NAVIGATION) 47

Viewing Information About the Disc 49

Checking the Playing Time and Remaining Time 49

Sound Adjustments 52

Changing the Sound 52
Surround Mode Settings 54

Enjoying Movies 57

Changing the Angles 57

Displaying the Subtitles 57

Adjusting the Playback Picture (CUSTOM PICTURE MODE) 58

Sharpening the Pictures (SHARPNESS) 60

Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture and Sound (AV ALIGNMENT) (DVP-NS955V only) 61

Enjoying MP3 Audio and JPEG Images 62

About MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image Files 62

Playing MP3 Audio Tracks or JPEG Image Files 63

Enjoying JPEG Images as a Slide Show 66

Enjoying DivX® Videos 70

About DivX Video Files 70

Playing DivX Video Files 71

Using Various Additional Functions 73

Locking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL). 73

Controlling Your TV or AV Amplifier (Receiver) With the Supplied Remote 77

Settings and Adjustments 80

Using the Setup Display. 80

Setting the Display or Sound Track Language (LANGUAGE SETUP) 81

Settings for the Display (SCREEN SETUP). 82

Custom Settings (CUSTOM SETUP). 83

Settings for the Sound (AUDIO SETUP) 85

Settings for the Speakers (SPEAKER SETUP) 87

Additional Information 90

Troubleshooting 90

Self-diagnosis Function (When letters/numbers appear in the display). 93

Glossary. 94

Specifications 97

Language Code List 98

Index 99

About This Manual

Check your model name

The instructions in this manual are for the 2 models: DVP-NS955V and DVP-LS785V. Check your model name by looking at the front panel of the player. DVP-NS955V is the model used for illustration purposes. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, "DVP-NS955V only."

• Instructions in this manual describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the controls on the player if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote.
• "DVD" may be used as a general term for DVD VIDEOs, DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs and DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs.
• The meaning of the icons used in this manual is described below:

Icons	Meanings
DVD-V	Functions available for DVD VIDEOSs and DVD+RWs/ DVD+Rs or DVD-RWs/DVD- Rs in video mode
DVD-RW	Functions available for DVD- RWs in VR (Video Recording) mode
VCD	Functions available for VIDEO CDs (including Super VCDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in video CD format or Super VCD format)
SA-CD	Functions available for Super Audio CDs
CD	Functions available for music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD format
DATA CD	Functions available for DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD- RWs containing MP3*1 audio tracks, JPEG image files and DivX*2*3 video files)
DATA DVD	Functions available for DATA DVDs (DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs/ DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs) containing DivX*2*3 video files.

1 MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format defined by ISO (International Organization for Standardization)/MPEG which compresses audio data.
2 DivX® is a video file compression technology, developed by DivXNetworks, Inc.
*3 DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivXNetworks, Inc. and are used under license.

This Player Can Play the Following Discs

Format of discs
DVD Video (page 94)	DVD VIDEO
DVD-RW (page 94)	DVD RW
Super Audio CD (page 94)	SUPERAUDIO CD
VIDEO CD	COMPACT DISC DIGITAL VIDEO
Music CD	COMPACT DISC DIGITAL AUDIO

"DVDVIDEO" and "DVD-RW" are trademarks.

Note about CDs/DVDs

The player can play CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CDRWs recorded in the following formats:

-music CD format

-video CD format

• MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files, and DivX video files of format conforming to ISO 9660* Level 1/Level 2, or its extended format, Joliet

-KODAK Picture CD format

• A logical format of files and folders on CD-ROMs, defined by ISO (International Organization for Standardization).

The player can play DVD-ROMs/ DVD+RWs/DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs recorded in the following formats:

• DivX video files of format conforming to UDF.

Example of discs that the player cannot play

The player cannot play the following discs:

• CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those recorded in the formats listed on the previous page.
• CD-ROMs recorded in PHOTO CD format.
  Data part of CD-Extras.
  DVD Audios.
• DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs that do not contain any DivX video files.

Also, the player cannot play the following discs:

• A DVD VIDEO with a different region code.
• 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.

Region code

Your player has a region code printed on the back of the unit and only will play DVD VIDEOs (playback only) labelled with identical region codes. This system is used to protect copyrights.

DVD VIDEOs labelled will also play on this player.

If you try to play any other DVD VIDEO, the message "Playback prohibited by area limitations." will appear on the TV screen. Depending on the DVD VIDEO, there may be no region code indication, even though playing the DVD VIDEO is prohibited by area restrictions.

Notes

Notes about DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/ DVD-Rs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs

Some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs, or CD-Rs/CD-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. For more information, refer to the operating instructions for the recording device.

Note that some playback functions may not work with some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, even if they have been correctly finalized. In this case, view the disc by normal playback. Also some DATA CDs/DATA DVDs created in Packet Write format cannot be played.

• Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies

This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, various music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies are marketed by some record companies. Please be aware that among those discs, there are some that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product.

Note on playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs

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 features may not be available. Also, refer to the instructions supplied with the DVDs or VIDEO CDs.

Copyrights

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.

Notes About the Discs

• To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the surface.

• Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight as the temperature may rise considerably inside the car.
  After playing, store the disc in its case.
• Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the centre out.

• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs.
• If you have printed the disc's label, dry the label before playing.

Index to Parts and Controls

For more information, see the pages indicated in parentheses.

Front panel

DVP-NS955V

DVP-LS785V

1 I/ (on/standby) button (32)
2 SUPER AUDIO CD indicator (37, 94) Lights up when:

• playing an HD (High Density) layer of Super Audio CDs.
  -no disc is inserted.
  3 MULTI CHANNEL indicator (37, 94)

Lights up when:

• playing a disc that contains multiple audio signal channels.

-no disc is inserted.

4 Disc tray (32)
5 (open/close) button (32)
(play) button (DVP-NS955V only) (32)
7 (pause) button (33)
8 (stop) button (33)
9 1/previous/next) buttons (DVP-NS955V only) (44)

10 PROGRESSIVE button/indicator (19) Lights up when the player outputs progressive signals.
11 Front panel display (10)
Remote sensor (16)
13 FL OFF (Front panel display off) indicator (DVP-NS955V only) (83)
14VIDEO OFF indicator (DVP-NS955V only) (32)
15 /Playback Dial (DVP-LS785V only) (32, 44, 45)

Front panel display

When playing back a DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW

When playing back a VIDEO CD with Playback Control (PBC) (38)

When playing back a Super Audio CD, CD, DATA DVD (DivX video), DATA CD (MP3 audio/ DivX video), or VIDEO CD (without PBC)

1 When playing the HD layer of Super Audio CDs, the disc type is not displayed.
2 When playing DivX video files, the current track is not displayed.

Hint

You can adjust the lighting of the front panel display by setting "DISPLAY" (DVP-NS955V only) or "DIMMER" (DVP-LS785V only) in "CUSTOM SETUP." (page 83)

Rear panel

DVP-NS955V

DVP-LS785V

DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack (24) (25) (26)
2 DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack (24) (25) (26)
3 5.1CH OUTPUT jacks (26)
LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) JACKS (23) (24) (25)

LINE OUT (VIDEO) jack (17)
6 SVIDEO OUT jack (17)
7 COMPONENTVIDEO OUT (Y,P_B/ C_B,P_R / C_R) jacks (17)
LINE 1 (RGB)-TV jack (DVP-NS955V only)/LINE (RGB)-TV jack (DVP-LS785V only) (17)
9 LINE 2 jack (DVP-NS955V only) (17)

Remote

TV/DVD switch (78)
2 (open/close) button (33)
3 Number buttons (35)

The number 5 button has a tactile dot.*

4 CLEAR/-- (ten digit) button (39)
[5] (subtitle) button (57)
6 (audio) button (52)
7 REPEAT button (41)
8 SHUFFLE button (40)
[9] SA-CD MULTI/2CH (Super Audio CD multi/2 channel) button (37)
SA-CD/CD (Super Audio CD/CD) button (37)
[1] (previous/next) buttons (33)

12 (scan/slow) buttons (45)
13 (play) button (32) The button has a tactile dot.*
14 (pause) button (33)
15 / / buttons (35)
16 DISPLAY button (13)
17 TOP MENU button (35)
18 I/ (on/standby) button (32)
19 (volume) + / - buttons (78) The ^+ button has a tactile dot.*
20 (TV/video)/TIME/TEXT button (49)
21 PICTURE MODE button (58)
22 ENTER button (28)
23 品 (angle) button (57)
24 SUR (surround) button (54)
VIDEO ON/OFF button (DVP-NS955V) (32) A-B button (DVP-LS785V) (42)
26 SEARCH MODE button (46)
27 ALBUM + / - button (33, 64)
28 PICTURE NAVI (picture navigation) button (47, 65)
29 ZOOM button (33, 65)
30 /II (instant advance/step) button (33, 45)
31 / (instant replay/step) button (33, 45)
32 (stop) button (33)
33 ENTER button (28)
34 RETURN button (33)
35 MENU button (35) (63)

• Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the player.

Guide to the Control Menu Display

Use the Control Menu to select a function and to view related information. Press DISPLAY repeatedly to turn on or change the Control Menu display as follows:

Control Menu display

The Control Menu display 1 and 2 will show different items depending on the disc type. For details about each item, see the pages in parentheses.

Example: Control Menu display 1 when playing a DVD VIDEO.

1 Displays the scene number for VIDEO CDs (PBC is on), track number for VIDEO CDs/ Super Audio CDs/CDs, album number for DATA DVDs/DATA CDs.
2 Displays the index number for VIDEO CDs/ Super Audio CDs, MP3 audio track number or JPEG image file number for DATA CDs. DivX video file number for DATA DVDs.
3 Displays Super VCD as "SVCD."
4 Displays the date for JPEG files.

To turn off the display

Press DISPLAY.

List of Control Menu items

Item	Item Name, Function, Relevant Disc Type
	TITLE (page 46)/SCENE (page 46)/TRACK (page 46) Selects the title, scene, or track to be played. DVD-V DVD-RU VCD
	CHAPTER (page 46)/INDEX (page 46) Selects the chapter or index to be played. DVD-V DVD-RU VCD
*	TRACK (page 46) Selects the track to be played. SR-CD CD DATA CD
	ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST (page 36) Selects the type of titles (DVD-RW) to be played, the ORIGINAL one, or an edited PLAY LIST. DVD-RU
	TIME/TEXT (page 46) Checks the elapsed time and the remaining playback time. Input the time code for picture and music searching. Displays the DVD/Super Audio CD/CD text, or the DATA DVD/DATA CD track/file name. DVD-V DVD-RU VCD SR-CD CD DATA CD DATA DVD
CH	MULTI/2CH (page 37) Selects the playback area on Super Audio CDs when available. SR-CD
	PROGRAM (page 39) Selects the title, chapter, or track to play in the order you want. DVD-V VCD SR-CD CD
	SHUFFLE (page 40) Plays the title, chapter, or track in random order. DVD-V VCD SR-CD CD
	REPEAT (page 41) Plays the entire disc (all titles/all tracks/all albums) repeatedly or one title/chapter/track/ album/file repeatedly. DVD-V DVD-RU VCD SR-CD CD DATA CD DATA DVD
	A-B REPEAT (page 42) Specifies the parts you want to play repeatedly. DVD-V DVD-RU VCD CD
	SHARPNESS (page 60) Exaggerates the outline of the image to produce a sharper picture. DVD-V DVD-RU VCD DATA CD DATA DVD
	AV ALIGNMENT (page 61) Adjust the delay between the picture and sound. (DVP-NS955V only) DVD-V DVD-RU VCD DATA CD DATA DVD
	PARENTAL CONTROL (page 73) Set to prohibit playback on this player. DVD-V VCD SR-CD CD
	SETUP (page 80) QUICK Setup (page 28) Use Quick Setup to choose the desired language of the on-screen display, the aspect ratio of the TV, the audio output signal, and the size of the speaker you are using. CUSTOM Setup In addition to the Quick Setup setting, you can adjust various other settings. RESET Returns the settings in “SETUP” to the default setting. DVD-V DVD-RU VCD SA-CD CD DATA CD DATA DVD
	ALBUM (page 62) Selects the album to be played. DATA CD DATA DVD
	FILE (page 46) Selects the JPEG image file or DivX video file to be played. DATA CD DATA DVD

*	DATE (page 65) Displays the date the picture was taken by a digital camera.	DATA CD
*	INTERVAL (page 68) Specifies the duration for which the slides are displayed on the screen.	DATA CD
*	EFFECT (page 68) Selects the effects to be used for changing slides during a slide show.	DATA CD
*	MODE (MP3, JPEG) (page 67) Selects the data type; MP3 audio track (AUDIO), JPEG image file (IMAGE) or both (AUTO) to be played when playing a DATA CD.	DATA CD

• These items are not displayed when playing a DATA CD with DivX video file.

Hint

The Control Menu icon indicator lights up in green l when you select any item except "OFF." ("PROGRAM," "SHUFFLE," "REPEAT," "A-B REPEAT," "SHARPNESS" only). The "ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST" indicator lights up in green when you select "PLAY LIST" (default setting). The "MULTI/2CH" indicator lights up in green when you select the multi-channel playback area on a Super Audio CD. The "AV ALIGNMENT" indicator lights up in green when set to more than 0 ms (DVP-NS955V only).

Hooking Up the Player

Follow steps 1 to 6 to hook up and adjust the settings of the player.

Notes

• Plug cords securely to prevent unwanted noise.
• Refer to the instructions supplied with the components to be connected.
• You cannot connect this player to a TV that does not have a video input jack.
• Be sure to disconnect the mains lead of each component before connecting.

Step 1: Unpacking

Check that you have the following items:

• Audio/Video cord (pinplug × 3 pinplug × 3 ) (1) (supplied with UK models)
• Remote commander (remote) (1)
  R6 (size AA) batteries (2)

Step 2: Inserting Batteries Into the Remote

You can control the player using the supplied remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matching the and ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the player.

Notes

• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place.
• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries.
• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct light from the sun or a lighting apparatus. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
• If you do not use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion.

Step 3: Connecting the Video Cords

Connect this player to your TV monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver) using a video cord.

Select one of the patterns A through D, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver).

In order to view progressive signal (525p or 625p) pictures with a compatible TV, projector, or monitor, you must use pattern A.

Example: DVP-NS955V

: Signal flow

Note

When connecting to a progressive TV, it is recommended that you use only pattern A. If you

connect to your TV using both A and B, a special control signal transmitted via the SCART cable may cause the signal to be switched to the SCART jack.

If you are connecting to a monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver) having component video input jacks (Y, P_B / C_B, P_R / C_R)

Connect the component 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 colour reproduction and high quality images.

If your TV accepts progressive 525p / 625p format signals, use this connection and press the PROGRESSIVE button on the front panel to output progressive signals. For details, see "Using the PROGRESSIVE button" (page 19).

If you are connecting to a SCART input jack

Connect a SCART cord (not supplied). Be sure to make the connections firmly to avoid hum and noise. When you connect using the SCART cord, check that the TV conforms to S video or RGB signals. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV to be connected. Also, when you set "LINE" to "S VIDEO" or "RGB" under "SCREEN SETUP" in the Setup Display (page 82), use a SCART cord that conforms to each signal. For DVP-NS955V, be sure to connect your TV to the LINE 1 (RGB)-TV jack on the player.

With this connection, select "NORMAL (INTERLACE)" (default) by pressing the PROGRESSIVE button on the front panel.

If you are connecting to a video input jack

Connect the yellow plug of an audio/video cord (supplied with UK models) to the yellow (video) jack. You will enjoy standard quality images.

With this connection, select "NORMAL (INTERLACE)" (default) by pressing the PROGRESSIVE button on the front panel.

If you are connecting to an SVIDEO input jack

Connect an SVIDEO cord (not supplied). You will enjoy high quality images. With this connection, select "NORMAL (INTERLACE)" (default) by pressing the PROGRESSIVE button on the front panel.

When connecting to a wide screen TV

Depending on the disc, the image may not fit your TV screen. To change the aspect ratio, see page 82.

Notes

• Do not connect a VCR, etc., between your TV and the player. If you pass the player signals via the VCR, you may not receive a clear image on the TV screen. If your TV has only one audio/video input jack, connect the player to this jack.

• 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 525 or 625 progressive scan picture problems, it is recommended that the user switch the connection to the 'standard definition' output. If there are questions regarding your TV set compatibility with this 525p and 625p DVD player model, please contact our customer service centre.
• When you connect the player to your TV via the SCART jacks, the TV's input source is set to the player automatically when you start playback. In this case, press (TV/video) on the remote to return the input to the TV.
• If you set "LINE" in SCREEN SETUP to "RGB" (page 28, 82), the player outputs no component video signals.

When you play a disc recorded in the NTSC colour system, the player outputs the video signal or the Setup Display etc. in the NTSC colour system and the picture may not appear on the PAL colour system televisions. In this case, open the tray and remove the disc.

For DVP-NS955V

• If you are connecting to a VCR, connect your VCR to the LINE 2 jack on the player. The VCR can record the signal only from your TV.
• If you cannot view the pictures from a VCR through this player which is connected to a TV with RGB component jacks, set to (Audio/Video) on your TV. When you select (RGB), the TV cannot receive the signal from the VCR.
• If you want to use your VCR's SmartLink function, connect the VCR to your TV's SmartLink jack and connect the player to the TV with another jack.
• The SmartLink function may not work properly if your VCR is connected to your TV via the SCART jacks on the player.

Using the PROGRESSIVE button

By using the PROGRESSIVE button on the front panel, you can select the signal format in which the player outputs video signals (Progressive or Interlace), and the conversion method for progressive signals. The PROGRESSIVE indicator lights up when the player outputs progressive signals.

Each time you press PROGRESSIVE, the display changes as follows:

PROGRESSIVE AUTO

Select this setting when:

• your TV accepts progressive signals, and,

• the TV is connected to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks.

Normally select this under the above condition. This automatically detects the software type, and selects the appropriate conversion method.

Note that the picture will not be clear or no picture will appear if you select these settings when either of the above conditions is not met.

PROGRESSIVEVIDEO

Select this setting when:

• your TV accepts progressive signals, and,

• the TV is connected to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks, and

• you want to fix the conversion method to PROGRESSIVE VIDEO for video-based software. Select this if the image is not clear when you select PROGRESSIVE AUTO.

Note that the picture will not be clear or no picture will appear if you select these settings when either of the above conditions is not met.

NORMAL (INTERLACE)

Select this setting when:

• your TV does not accept progressive signals, or,

• your TV is connected to jacks other than the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (LINE OUT (VIDEO) or S VIDEO OUT).

About DVD software types and the conversion method

DVD software can be divided into two types: film-based software and video based software. Video-based software is derived from TV, such as dramas and sit-coms, and displays images at 30 frames/60 fields per second. Film-based software is derived from film and displays images at 24 frames per second. Some DVD software contains both video and film.

In order for these images to appear natural on your screen when output in progressive format, the progressive signals need to be converted to match the type of DVD software that you are watching.

Notes

• When you play video-based software in progressive signal format, sections of some types of images may appear unnatural due to the conversion process when output through the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. Images from the SVIDEO OUT and LINE OUT (VIDEO) jacks are unaffected as they are output in the normal (interlace) format.
• If you set "LINE" in "SCREEN SETUP" to "RGB," then the player switches to "NORMAL (INTERLACE)." This will happen even though you select "PROGRESSIVE AUTO" or "PROGRESSIVE VIDEO."

Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords

Refer to the chart below to select the connection that best suits your system. Be sure to also read the instructions for the components you wish to connect.

Select a connection

Select one of the following connections, A through D

Components to be connected	Connection	Your setup (example)
TV • Surround effects: - TVS DYNAMIC (page 54) - TVS WIDE (page 54)	A (page 23)
Stereo amplifier (receiver) and 2 speakers • Surround effects: - TVS STANDARD (page 54) or MD deck/DAT deck • Surround effects: - TVS STANDARD (page 54)	B (page 24)
AV amplifier (receiver) having a Dolby*1 Surround (Pro Logic) decoder and 3 to 6 speakers • Surround effects: - Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) (page 94)	C (page 25)
AV amplifier (receiver) with 5.1 ch input jacks and 4 to 6 speakers • Surround effects: - Dolby Digital (5.1 ch) (page 94) - DTS (5.1 ch) (page 94) - Super Audio CD Multi channel (page 94) -MPEG audio (5.1 ch) (page 94) or AV amplifier (receiver) with digital input jacks having a Dolby Digital, DTS*, or MPEG audio decoder and 6 speakers • Surround effects: - Dolby Digital (5.1 ch) (page 94) - DTS (5.1 ch) (page 94) -MPEG audio (5.1 ch) (page 94)	D (page 26)

If you connect an AV amplifier (receiver) that conforms to the 96kHz sampling frequency, use connection D.

1 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby," "Pro Logic," and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
2 Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. U.S. Pat. No.'s. 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6, 226, 616; 6, 487, 535 and other U.S. and world-wide patents issued and pending. "DTS" and "DTS Digital Surround" are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Copyright 1996, 2003 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

A Connecting to your TV

This connection will use your TV's speakers for sound. If you use the SCART cord in pattern of "Step 3: Connecting the Video Cords" (page 17), you do not have to connect audio cords to your TV.

* The yellow plug is used for video signals (page 17).

Hint

When connecting to a monaural TV, use a stereomono conversion cord (not supplied). Connect the LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks to the TV's audio input jack.

B Connecting to a stereo amplifier (receiver) and 2 speakers/Connecting to an MD deck or DAT deck

If the stereo amplifier (receiver) has audio input jacks L and R only, use B-1. If the amplifier (receiver) has a digital input jack, or when connecting to an MD deck or DAT deck, use B-2. In this case, you can also connect the player directly to the MD deck or DAT deck without using your stereo amplifier (receiver).

: Signal flow

Note

Super Audio CD audio signals are not output from the DIGITAL OUT jacks.

C Connecting to an AV amplifier (receiver) having a Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) decoder and 3 to 6 speakers

You can enjoy Dolby Surround effects only when playing Dolby Surround audio or multichannel audio (Dolby Digital) discs.

If your amplifier (receiver) has L and R audio input jacks only, use C-1. If your amplifier (receiver) has a digital input jack, use C-2.

Notes

• When connecting 6 speakers, replace the monaural rear speaker with a centre speaker, 2 rear speakers and a subwoofer.
• Super Audio CD audio signals are not output from the DIGITAL OUT jacks.

D Connecting to an AV amplifier (receiver) with 5.1 ch input jacks and/or a digital input jack and 4 to 6 speakers

If your AV amplifier (receiver) has 5.1 channel inputs, use D-1.

If you want to use the Dolby Digital, MPEG audio, or DTS decoder function on your AV amplifier (receiver), connect to its digital jack using D-2. With the following connections, you can enjoy a more realistic audio presence in the comfort of your own home.

D-1: Connecting to the 5.1 ch input jacks

You can enjoy 5.1 ch surround sound using the internal Dolby Digital, MPEG audio, DTS, or Super Audio CD Multi decoder of this player. Note that 7.1-channel MPEG signals are mixed down to 5.1-channel signals.

D-2: Connecting to a digital input jack

This connection will allow you to use the Dolby Digital, MPEG audio, or DTS decoder function of your AV amplifier (receiver). You are not able to enjoy the surround sound effects of this player.

Hints

- For connection D-2

For correct speaker location, refer to the operating instructions of the connected components.
- To enhance the sound performance:
- Use high-performance speakers.
- Use front, rear, and centre speakers of the same size and performance.
- Place the subwoofer between the left and right front speakers.

Notes

For connection D-2

After you have completed the connection, be sure to set "DOLBY DIGITAL" to "DOLBY DIGITAL" and "DTS" to "DTS" in Quick Setup (page 28). If your AV amplifier (receiver) has an MPEG audio decoder function, set "MPEG" in "AUDIO SETUP" to "MPEG".
- When you connect an amplifier (receiver) that conforms to the 96kHz sampling frequency, set "48kHz/96kHz PCM" in "AUDIO SETUP" to "96kHz/24bit" (page 86).
- Super Audio CD audio signals are not output from the DIGITAL OUT jack.

Step 5: Connecting the Mains Lead

Plug the player and TV mains lead (power cord) into a mains.

Step 6: Quick Setup

Follow the steps below to make the minimum number of basic adjustments for using the player. To skip an adjustment, press . To return to the previous adjustment, press

1 Turn on the TV.
2 Press 心.
3 Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen.

"Press [ENTER] to run QUICK SETUP" appears at the bottom of the screen. If this message does not appear, select "QUICK" under "SETUP" in the Control Menu to run Quick Setup (page 81).

4 Press ENTER without inserting a disc.

The Setup Display for selecting the language used in the on-screen display appears.

5 Press / to select a language.

The player displays the menu and subtitles in the selected language.

6 Press ENTER.

The Setup Display for selecting the aspect ratio of the TV to be connected appears.

7 Press / to select the setting that matches your TV type.

If you have a wide-screen TV or a 4:3 standard TV with a wide-screen mode
16:9 (page 82)
If you have a 4:3 standard TV
4:3 LETTER BOX or 4:3 PAN SCAN (page 82)

8 Press ENTER.

The Setup Display for selecting the type of video signal output from the LINE (RGB)-TV jack appears.

9 Press / to select the type of signal you want to output from the LINE (RGB)-TV jack.

Video signals
VIDEO (page 82)
S video signals
SVIDEO (page 82)
RGB signals
RGB (page 82)

When you select "RGB," you will be unable to use the PROGRESSIVE button, and the player will not output video signals from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks.

10Press ENTER.

The Setup Display for selecting the type of jack used to connect your amplifier (receiver) appears.

11 Press / to select the type of jack (if any) you are using to connect to an amplifier (receiver), then press ENTER.

Choose the item that matches the audio connection you selected on pages 23 to 26 (A through D).

A

• If you connect just a TV and nothing else, select "NO." Quick Setup is finished and connections are complete.

B-1

C-1

• Select "LINE OUTPUT L/R (AUDIO)." Quick Setup is finished and connections are complete.

B-2

C-2

D-2

• Select "DIGITAL OUTPUT." The Setup Display for "DOLBY DIGITAL" appears.

D-1

or both D-1 and D-2

• Select "DIGITAL & 5.1CH OUTPUT." The Setup Display for "DOLBY DIGITAL" appears.

12 Press / to select the type of Dolby Digital signal you wish to send to your amplifier (receiver).

Choose the signal that matches the audio connection you selected on pages 24 to 26 (B through D).

B-2 C-2

• D-PCM (page 86)

D-2

• DOLBY DIGITAL (only if the amplifier (receiver) has a Dolby Digital decoder) (page 86)

13Press ENTER.

"DTS" is selected.

14 Press / to select whether or not you wish to send a DTS signal to your amplifier (receiver).

Choose the item that matches the audio connection you selected on pages 24 to 26 (B through D).

B-2 C-2

D-PCM (page 86)

D-2

• DTS (only if the amplifier (receiver) has a DTS decoder) (page 86)

15Press ENTER.

When "DIGITAL OUTPUT" is selected in step 11
- Quick Setup is finished and connections are complete.
- If your AV amplifier (receiver) has an MPEG audio decoder, set "MPEG" to "MPEG" (86).
When "DIGITAL & 5.1CH OUTPUT" is selected in step 11
- The Setup Display for "SPEAKER SETUP" appears.

16Press / to select the size of the centre speaker.

If no centre speaker is connected, select "NONE" (87).

17Press ENTER.

"REAR" is selected.

18 Press / to select the size of the rear speakers.

If no rear speaker is connected, select "NONE."

19Press ENTER.

"SUBWOOFER" is selected.

20 Press / to select whether or not you have connected a subwoofer.

21Press ENTER.

Quick Setup is finished. All connections and setup operations are complete. If your AV amplifier (receiver) has an MPEG audio decoder, set "MPEG" to "MPEG" (page 86).

Enjoying the surround sound effects

To enjoy the surround sound effects of this player or your amplifier (receiver), set the following items as described below for the audio connection you selected on pages 24 to 26 (B through D). Each of these is the default setting and does not need to be adjusted when you first connect the player. See page 80 for using the Setup Display.

Audio Connection (pages 24 to 26)

A

• No additional settings are needed.

B-1 C-1

• Set "DOWNMIX" to "DOLBY SURROUND" (page 85).

B-2 C-2 D-2

• Set "DOWNMIX" to "DOLBY SURROUND" (page 85).
• Set "DIGITAL OUT" to "ON" (page 85).

D-1

• Set "DISTANCE," "LEVEL (FRONT)," and "LEVEL (REAR)" according to the connected speakers (page 88).

Hints

• For connections B-2 C-2 D-2 Set "48kHz/96kHz PCM" to "96kHz/24bit," only if you connect an amplifier (receiver) that conforms to the 96 kHz sampling frequency (page 86).
• For connections B-1 C-1 D-1 If the sound distorts even when the volume is turned down, set "AUDIO ATT" to "ON" (page 85).
• For DVP-NS955V
• The speaker size you set in steps 16 through 20 will also adjust the Super Audio CD speaker size of "SPEAKER SETUP." If you want to change the speaker size for Super Audio CDs, you can set in "SPEAKER SETUP" (page 87).

Playing Discs

Playing Discs DVD-V

DVD-RW VCD SA-CD CD

DATA CD DATA DVD

Depending on the DVD or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted.

Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your disc.

1 Turn on your TV.
2 Press I/心.

The player turns on.

3 Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen.
When using an amplifier (receiver) Turn on the amplifier (receiver) and select the appropriate channel so that you can hear sound from the player.
4 Press on the player, and place a disc on the disc tray.

Playback side facing down

5 Press

The disc tray closes. The player starts playback (continuous play). Adjust the volume on the TV or the amplifier (receiver).

Depending on the disc, a menu may appear on the TV screen. For DVD VIDEOs, see page 35. For VIDEO CDs, see page 38.

To enjoy the clarity of Super Audio CD/CD sound more (DVP-NS955V only)

You can minimize the effect of the video output by switching it off.

PressVIDEO ON/OFF, so that theVIDEO OFF indicator lights up on the player.

To cancel the setting, pressVIDEO ON/OFF again.

To turn off the player

Press I/O. The player enters standby mode.

Hint

The player turns off automatically whenever you leave it in stop mode for more than 30 minutes. (Auto Power Off function)

Note

Super Audio CD audio signals are not output from the DIGITAL OUT jacks.

Additional operations

To	Operation
Stop	Press■
Pause	Press■
Resume play after pause	Press■or▷
Go to the next chapter, track, or scene in continuous play mode	Press▷on the remote, or briefly turn the▷/Playback Dial*5(DVP-LS785V only) on the player clockwise
Go back to the previous chapter, track, or scene in continuous play mode	Press▷on the remote, or briefly turn the▷/Playback Dial*5(DVP-LS785V only) on the player counterclockwise
Stop play and remove the disc	Press▲
Replay the previous scene*1	Press←●/▲(instant replay) during playback
Briefly fast forward the current scene*2	Press●/▲(instant advance) during playback
Magnify the image*3	Press ZOOM repeatedly. Press CLEAR to cancel.
Go to the next or previous album.*4	Press ALBUM + or - during playback

*1 DVD VIDEOs/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs only. The button cannot be used for DivX video files.

2 DVD VIDEOs/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs/ DVD+RWs only. The button cannot be used for DivX video files.
3 Video and JPEG pictures only (except BACKGROUND pictures). You can move the enlarged picture using / / / . Depending upon the contents of the disc, the zoom function may be cancelled automatically when the picture is moved.
4 DATA CDs/DATA DVDs only.
5 For more details about the /Playback Dial, see page 45.

Hints

• The Instant Replay function is useful when you want to review a scene or dialogue that you missed.
• The Instant Advance function is useful when you want to pass over a scene that you don't want to watch.

Note

You may not be able to use the Instant Replay or Instant Advance function with some scenes.

Locking the disc tray (Child Lock)

You can lock the disc tray to prevent children from opening it.

When the player is in standby mode, press RETURN, ENTER, and then I/O on the remote.

The player turns on and "LOCKED" appears on the front panel display. The and buttons on the player or the remote do not work while the Child Lock is set.

To unlock the disc tray

When the player is in standby mode, press

RETURN, ENTER, and then I/O again.

Note

Even if you select "RESET" under "SETUP" in the Control Menu (page 81), the disc tray remains locked.

Resuming Playback From the Point Where You Stopped the Disc (Multi-disc

Resume) DVD-V VCD

The player stores the point where you stopped the disc for up to 40 discs and resumes playback the next time you insert the same disc. If you store a resume playback point for the 41st disc, the resume playback point for the first disc is deleted.

1 While playing a disc, press to stop playback.

"RESUME" appears on the front panel display.

2 Press

The player starts playback from the point where you stopped the disc in step 1.

Hint

To play from the beginning of the disc, press twice, then press

Notes

• "MULTI-DISC RESUME" in "CUSTOM SETUP" must be set to "ON" (default) for this function to work (page 84).
• The point where you stopped playing is cleared when:
• you change the play mode.
• you change the settings on the Setup Display.
• For DVD-RWs in VR mode, CDs, Super Audio CDs, DATA CDs, and DATA DVDs, the player remembers the resume playback point for the current disc.

The resume point is cleared when:

• you opened the disc tray.
• you disconnect the mains lead.
• the player enters standby mode (DATA CD/DATA DVD only).
• Resume Play does not work during Shuffle Play and Programme Play.
• This function may not work with some discs.
• If "MULTI-DISC RESUME" in "CUSTOM SETUP" is set to "ON" and you playback a recorded disc such as DVD-RW, the player may playback other recorded discs from the same resume point. To play from the beginning, press

twice and then press

Using the DVD's Menu

DVD-V

A DVD is divided into long sections of a picture or a music feature called "titles."

When you play a DVD which contains several titles, you can select the title you want using the TOP MENU button.

When you play DVDs that allow you to select items such as language for the sound and subtitles, select these items using the MENU button.

1 Press TOP MENU or MENU.

The disc's menu appears on the TV screen.

The contents of the menu vary from disc to disc.

2 Press / / / or the number buttons to select the item you want to play or change.

If you press the number buttons, the following display appears.

Press the number buttons to select the item you want.

3 Press ENTER.

Selecting "ORIGINAL" or "PLAY LIST" on a DVD-RW DVD-RW

Some DVD-RWs in VR (Video Recording) mode have two types of titles for playback: originally recorded titles (ORIGINAL) and titles that can be created on recordable DVD players for editing (PLAY LIST). You can select the type of title to be played.

1 Press DISPLAY when the player is in stop mode.

The Control Menu appears.

2 Press / to select (ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST), then press ENTER.

The options for "ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST" appear.

3 Press / to select a setting.

• PLAY LIST: plays the titles created from "ORIGINAL" for editing.
• ORIGINAL: plays the titles originally recorded.

4 Press ENTER.

Selecting a Playback Area for a Super Audio

CD SA-CD

Selecting a playback area on a 2 channel + Multi-channel Super Audio CD

Some Super Audio CDs consist of a 2 channel playback area and a multi-channel playback area. You can select the playback area you want to listen to.

1 Press SA-CD MULTI/2CH in stop mode.

The following display appears.

2 Press SA-CD MULTI/2CH repeatedly to select the item.

• MULTI: plays a multi-channel playback area.
• 2CH: plays a 2 channel playback area.

The "MULTI" indicator in the front panel display lights up when playing a multi-channel playback area.

Selecting a playback layer when playing a hybrid Super Audio CD

Some Super Audio CDs consist of an HD layer and a CD layer. You can select the playback layer you want to listen to.

Press SA-CD/CD when the player is in stop mode.

Each time you press the button, an HD layer or a CD layer is alternately selected. When playing a CD layer, the "CD" indicator in the front panel display lights up.

Notes

• For details about Super Audio CD discs, see page 94.
  Each play mode function works only within the selected layer or playback area.

Playing VIDEO CDs With PBC Functions (PBC Playback)

VCD

PBC (Playback Control) allows you to play VIDEO CDs interactively by following the menu on the TV screen.

1 Start playing a VIDEO CD with PBC functions.

The menu for your selection appears.

2 Press the number buttons to select the item number you want.
3 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 RETURN.

Hint

To play without using PBC, press or the number buttons while the player is stopped to select a track, then press or ENTER.

"Play without PBC" appears on the TV screen and the player starts continuous play. You cannot play still pictures such as a menu.

To return to PBC playback, press twice then press

Note

Depending on the VIDEO CD, "Press ENTER" in step 3 may appear as "Press SELECT" in the instructions supplied with the disc. In this case, press

Various Play Mode Functions (Programme Play, Shuffle Play, Repeat Play, A-B Repeat Play)

You can set the following play modes:

Programme Play (page 39)
- Shuffle Play (page 40)
- Repeat Play (page 41)
A-B Repeat Play (page 42)

Note

The play mode is cancelled when:
you open the disc tray.
- the player enters standby mode by pressing I(1).

Creating your own programme (Programme Play) DVD-V VCD S-R-CD

CD

You can play the contents of a disc in the order you want by arranging the order of the titles, chapters, or tracks on the disc to create your own programme. You can programme up to 99 titles, chapters, and tracks.

1 Press DISPLAY.

The Control Menu appears.

2 Press / to select

(PROGRAM), then press ENTER.

The options for "PROGRAM" appear.

3 Press / to select "SET ," then press ENTER.

"TRACK" is displayed when you play a VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD, or CD.

Titles or tracks recorded on a disc

4 Press

The cursor moves to the title or track row "T" (in this case, "01").

Chapters recorded on a disc

5 Select the title, chapter, or track you want to programme.

When playing a DVD VIDEO

For example, select chapter "03" of title "02."

Press / to select "02" under "T," then press ENTER.

Next, press / to select "03" under "C," then press ENTER.

Selected title and chapter

When playing aVIDEO CD, Super Audio CD, or CD

For example, select track "02."

Press / to select "02" under "T," then press ENTER. The track number may be displayed in 3 digits for a Super Audio CD.

Selected track
Total time of the programmed tracks

6 To programme other titles, chapters, or tracks, repeat steps 4 to 5.

The programmed titles, chapters, and tracks are displayed in the selected order.

7 Press to start Programme Play.

Programme Play begins.

When the programme ends, you can restart the same programme again by pressing

To return to normal play

Press CLEAR, or select "OFF" after step 2. To play the same programme again, select "ON" in step 3 and press ENTER.

To change or cancel a programme

1 Follow steps 1 to 3 of "Creating your own programme (Programme Play)."

2 Select the programme number of the title, chapter, or track you want to change or cancel using / and press . If you want to delete the title, chapter, or track from the prgramme, press CLEAR.
3 Follow step 5 for new programming. To cancel a programme, select "--" under "T," then press ENTER.

To cancel all of the titles, chapters, or tracks in the programmed order

1 Follow steps 1 to 3 of "Creating your own programme (Programme Play)."
2 Press and select "ALL CLEAR."
3 Press ENTER.

Hint

You can perform Repeat Play or Shuffle Play of programmed titles, chapters, or tracks. During Programme Play, follow the steps of Repeat Play (page 41) or Shuffle Play (page 40).

Notes

• When you programme tracks on a Super VCD, the total playing time is not displayed.
• You cannot use this function with VIDEO CDs and Super VCDs with PBC playback.

Playing in random order (Shuffle Play) DVD-V VCD SR-CD CD

You can have the player "shuffle" titles, chapters, or tracks. Subsequent "shuffling" may produce a different playing order.

1 Press SHUFFLE during playback. The following display appears.

2 Press SHUFFLE repeatedly to select the item to be shuffled.

When playing a DVD VIDEO
- TITLE
CHAPTER
When playing aVIDEO CD, Super Audio CD, or CD
- TRACK
When Programme Play is activated
- ON: shuffles titles, chapters, or tracks selected in Programme Play.

To return to normal play

Press CLEAR, or select "OFF" in step 2.

Hints

• You can set Shuffle Play while the player is stopped. After selecting the "SHUFFLE" option, press . Shuffle Play starts.
• Up to 200 chapters in a disc can be played in random order when "CHAPTER" is selected.

Note

You cannot use this function with VIDEO CDs and Super VCDs with PBC playback.

Playing repeatedly (Repeat Play)

DVD-V DVD-RUW VCD SA-CD CD DATA CD

DATA DVD

You can play all of the titles or tracks on a disc, or a single title, chapter, or track repeatedly.

You can use a combination of Shuffle or Programme Play modes.

1 Press REPEAT during playback. The following display appears.

2 Press REPEAT repeatedly to select the item to be repeated.

When playing a DVD VIDEO
DISC: repeats all of the titles.
- TITLE: repeats the current title on a disc.
- CHAPTER: repeats the current chapter.
When playing a DVD-RW
DISC: repeats all the titles of the selected type.
- TITLE: repeats the current title on a disc.
- CHAPTER: repeats the current chapter.

When playing a VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD, or CD
DISC: repeats all of the tracks.
- TRACK: repeats the current track.
When playing a DATA CD/DATA DVD
DISC: repeats all of the albums.
- ALBUM: repeats the current album.
- TRACK (MP3 audio tracks only): repeats the current track.
- FILE (DivX video files only): repeats the current file.
When Programme Play or Shuffle Play is activated
- ON: repeats Programme Play or Shuffle Play.

To return to normal play

Press CLEAR, or select "OFF" in step 2.

Hint

You can set Repeat Play while the player is stopped. After selecting the "REPEAT" option, press . Repeat Play starts.

Notes

• You cannot use this function with VIDEO CDs and Super VCDs with PBC playback.
• When repeating a DATA CD which contains MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files, and their playing times are not the same, the sound will not match the image.
• When "MODE (MP3, JPEG)" is set to "IMAGE (JPEG)" (page 67), you cannot select "TRACK."

Repeating a specific portion (A-B Repeat Play)

DVD-V DVD-RU VCD CD

You can play a specific portion of a title, chapter or track repeatedly. (This function is useful when you want to memorize lyrics, etc.)

1 Press DISPLAY during playback.

The Control Menu appears.

2 Press / to select (A-B REPEAT), then press ENTER.

The options for "A-B REPEAT" appear.

3 Press / to select "SET ," then press ENTER.

The "A-B REPEAT" setting bar appears.

4 During playback, when you find the starting point (point A) of the portion to be played repeatedly, press ENTER.

The starting point (point A) is set.

5 When you reach the ending point (point B), press ENTER again.

The set points are displayed and the player starts repeating this specific portion.

To return to normal play

Press CLEAR, or select "OFF" in step 3.

Hint

For DVP-LS785V, you can also use the A-B button on the remote.

Notes

• When you set A-B Repeat Play, the settings for Shuffle Play, Repeat Play, and Programme Play are cancelled.
• A-B Repeat Play does not work across multiple titles.
• You cannot set A-B Repeat Play for contents on a DVD-RW (VR mode) that contains still pictures.

Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc (Search, Scan, Slow-motion Play, Freeze Frame)

You can quickly locate a particular point on a disc by monitoring the picture or playing back slowly.

DVP-NS955V

DVP-LS785V

Notes

• Depending on the disc, you may not be able to do some of the operations described.
• For DATA CDs, you can search for a particular point only on an MP3 audio track.

Locating a point quickly using the previous/next buttons

DVD-V DVD-RUW VCD SA-CD CD DATA CD

DATA DVD

You can search for the next or previous chapter, track, or scene using | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | | on the player.

During playback, press or once briefly to go to the next or previous chapter/ track/scene. Or, press and hold or to search forward or backwards, and release the button when you find the point you want to return to normal playback. (Search)

For DVP-LS785V, see page 45.

Locating a point quickly by playing a disc in fast forward or fast reverse (Scan)

DVD-V DVD-RU VCD SA-CD CD DATA CD

DATA DVD

Press or while playing a disc. When you find the point you want, press to return to normal speed. Each time you press or during scan, the scan speed changes. With each press the indication changes as shown below. Actual speeds may differ between discs.

Playback direction

Opposite direction

The " × 2 口" / " × 2 口" playback speed is about twice the normal speed.

The "3▶"/"3▶" playback speed is faster than "2▶"/"2▶" and the "2▶"/"2▶" playback speed is faster than "1▶"/"1▶".

Watching frame by frame (Slow-motion Play)

DVD-V DVD-RU VCD DATA CD DATA DVD

Press or when the player is in pause mode. To return to normal speed, press .

Each time you press or during Slow-motion Play, the playback speed changes. Two speeds are available. With each press the indication changes as follows:

Playback direction

2 1

Opposite direction (DVDVIDEO/DVD-RW only)

2 1

The "2▶"/"2 <▶" playback speed is slower than "1▶"/"1 <▶".

Note

For DATA CDs, this function works only for DivX video files.

Playing one frame at a time

(Freeze Frame) DVD-V DVD-RU VCD

DATA CD DATA DVD

When the player is in the pause mode, press

/11 (step) to go to the next frame. Press

/ (step) to go to the preceding frame (DVDVIDEO/DVD-RW only). To return to normal playback, press

Notes

• You cannot search for a still picture on a DVDRW in VR mode.
• For DATA CDs, this function works only for DivX video files.

Using the Playback Dial on the player (DVP-LS785V only)

DVD-V DVD-RUW VCD SR-CD CD DATA CD

DATA DVD

You can search for a particular point on a disc in various ways using the Playback Dial.

To go to the next chapter/track/scene

During playback, briefly turn the Playback Dial clockwise to go to the next chapter/track/scene, or counterclockwise to go to the previous ones.

To locate a point quickly (Search)

During playback, turn and hold the Playback Dial clockwise to locate a point in the playback direction, or counterclockwise to locate a point in the opposite direction. When you find the point you want, release the dial to return to normal playback speed.

Searching for a Title/ Chapter/Track/Scene, etc. (Search mode) DVD-V

DVD-RUW VCD SA-CD CD

DATA CD DATA DVD

You can search a DVD by title or chapter, and you can search a VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD/CD/DATA CD/DATA DVD by track, index, or scene. As titles and tracks are assigned unique numbers on the disc, you can select the desired one by entering its number. You can also search for a scene using the time code.

1 Press SEARCH MODE.

The following display appears. "-- ( ) appears next to the icon ( refers to a number). The number in parentheses indicates the total number of titles, tracks, indexes, scenes, etc., of the disc.

2 Press SEARCH MODE repeatedly to select a search method.

When playing a DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW

Select "TIME/TEXT" to search for a starting point by inputting the time code.

When playing a VIDEO CD or Super VCD without PBC playback

When playing a VIDEO CD or Super VCD with PBC Playback

When playing a Super Audio CD/CD TRACK
When playing a DATA CD/DATA DVD ALBUM
TRACK (MP3 audio tracks only) FILE (JPEG image files, and DivX video files only)

3 Select the number of the title, track, scene, time code, etc. you want by pressing the number buttons to select the digit.

When you select TIME/TEXT For example, to find the scene at 2 hours, 10 minutes, and 20 seconds after the beginning, enter "21020."
If you make a mistake Cancel the number by pressing CLEAR, then select another number.

4 Press ENTER.

The player starts playback from the selected number.

To turn off the display

Press SEARCH MODE repeatedly until the display is turned off.

Hints

• When the Control Menu display is turned off, you can search for a chapter (DVDVIDEO/DVD-RW), track (Super Audio CD/CD), or file (DATA CD (DivX video)/DATA DVD) by pressing the number buttons and ENTER.
• You can display the first scene of titles, chapters, or tracks recorded on the disc on a screen divided into 9 sections. You can start playback directly by selecting one of the scenes. For details, see "Searching by Scene (PICTURE NAVIGATION)" (page 47).

Notes

• The title, chapter, or track number displayed is the same number recorded on the disc.
• You cannot search for a scene on a DVD+RW using the time code.

Searching by Scene

(PICTURE NAVIGATION)

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VCD

You can divide the screen into 9 subscreens and find the desired scene quickly.

1 Press PICTURE NAVI during playback.

The following display appears.

2 Press PICTURE NAVI repeatedly to select an item.

• CHAPTER VIEWER (DVD VIDEO only): displays the first scene of each chapter.
• TITLE VIEWER (DVD VIDEO only): displays the first scene of each title.
• TRACK VIEWER (VIDEO CD/ Super VCD only): displays the first scene of each track.

3 Press ENTER.

The first scene of each chapter, title, or track appears as follows.

1	2	3
4	5	6
7	8	9

4 Press / / / to select a chapter, title, or track, and press ENTER.

Playback starts from the selected scene.

To return to normal play during setting

Press RETURN or DISPLAY.

Hint

If there are more than 9 chapters, titles, or tracks, is displayed at the bottom right of the screen.

To display the additional chapters, titles, or tracks, select the bottom scenes and press . To return to the previous scene, select the top scenes and press .

Note

Depending on the disc, you may not be able to select some items.

Viewing Information About the Disc

Checking the Playing Time and Remaining

Time

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SA-CD

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DATA CD

DATA D

You can check the playing time and remaining time of the current title, chapter, or track. Also, you can check the DVD/Super Audio CD/CD text, track name (MP3 audio), or file name (DivX video) recorded on the disc.

1 Make sure that the TV/DVD switch is set to DVD. Press TIME/TEXT during playback.

The following display appears.

2 Press TIME/TEXT repeatedly to change the time information.

The available time information depends upon the type of disc you are playing.

When playing a DVD VIDEO or DVD-RW
- T (hours: minutes: seconds) Playing time of the current title
T-：*:

Remaining time of the current title

· C^*

Playing time of the current chapter

C-：*:

Remaining time of the current chapter

When playing a VIDEO CD or Super VCD (with PBC functions)

• :(minutes: seconds)

Playing time of the current scene

When playing aVIDEO CD (without PBC functions), Super Audio CD, or CD

• T (minutes: seconds)

Playing time of the current track

T- 串 *

Remaining time of the current track

D_**

Playing time of the current disc

D-:*:

Remaining time of the current disc

When playing a Super VCD (without PBC functions)

T^: (minutes: seconds)

Playing time of the current track

When playing a DATA CD (MP3 audio)

T^: (minutes: seconds)

Playing time of the current track

When playing a DATA CD (DivX video)/DATA DVD (DivX video)

::*(hours: minutes: seconds)

Playing time of the current file

Checking the play information of the Disc

To check the DVD/Super Audio CD/CD text Press TIME/TEXT repeatedly in step 2 to display text recorded on the DVD/Super Audio CD/CD.

The DVD/Super Audio CD/CD text appears only when text is recorded in the disc. You cannot change the text. If the disc does not contain text, "NO TEXT" appears.

To check DATA CD/DATA DVD album name, etc.

By pressing TIME/TEXT while playing MP3 audio tracks on a DATA CD or DivX video files on a DATA CD/DATA DVD, you can display the name of the album/track/file, and the audio bit rate (the amount of data per second of the current audio) on your TV screen.

* Appears when:
- playing an MP3 audio track on a DATA CD.
- playing a DivX video file that contains MP3 audio on a DATA CD/DATA DVD.

Checking the information on the front panel display

You can view the time information and text displayed on the TV screen also on the front panel display. The information on the front panel display changes as follows when you change the time information on your TV screen.

When playing a DVD VIDEO or DVD-RW

Playing time of the current title

Remaining time of the current title

Playing time of the current chapter

Remaining time of the current chapter

Text

Current title and chapter number

returns to top automatically)

When playing a DATA CD (MP3 audio)

Playing time and number of the current track

Track name

When playing a DATA CD (DivX video), or DATA DVD (DivX video)

Playing time of the current file

The current file name

The current album and file number

returns to top automatically)

When playing aVIDEO CD (without PBC functions), Super Audio CD, or CD

Playing time and number of the current track

Remaining time of the current track*1

Playing time of the disc

Remaining time of the disc

Text

Current track and index*2

returns to top automatically)

1 When playing a Super Audio CD, the current track is not displayed.
2 The current track and index appear only when playing a VIDEO CD or Super Audio CD.

Hints

• When playing VIDEO CDs with PBC functions, the scene number or the playing time are displayed.
• Long text that does not fit in a single line will scroll across the front panel display.
• You can also check the time information and text using the Control Menu (page 13).

Notes

• Depending on the type of disc being played, the disc text or track name may not be displayed.
• The player can only display the first level of the disc text, such as the disc name or title.
• Playing time of MP3 audio tracks and DivX video files may not be displayed correctly.
• If you play a disc containing JPEG image files only, "NO AUDIO DATA" appears when "MODE (MP3, JPEG)" is set to "AUTO," "JPEG" appears when "MODE (MP3, JPEG)" is set to "IMAGE (JPEG)" in the front panel display.

Sound Adjustments

Changing the Sound DVD-V

DVD-RU W VCD CD DATA CD

DATA DVD

When playing a DVD VIDEO or DATA DVD/DATA CD (DivX video files) recorded in multiple audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital, MPEG audio, or DTS), you can change the audio format. If the DVD VIDEO is recorded with multilingual tracks, you can also change the language.

With CDs, DATA CDs, or VIDEO CDs, you can select the sound from either 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 disc 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.

1 Press (audio) during playback.

The following display appears.

1:ENGLISH DOLBY DIGITAL 3/2.1

2 Press (audio) repeatedly to select the desired audio signal.

When playing a DVD VIDEO

Depending on the DVD VIDEO, the choice of language varies.

When 4 digits are displayed, they indicate a language code. See "Language Code List" on page 98 to see which language the code represents. When the same language is displayed two or more times, the DVD VIDEO is recorded in multiple audio formats.

When playing a DVD-RW

The types of sound tracks recorded on a disc are displayed. The default setting is underlined.

Example:

1: MAIN (main sound)
- 1: SUB (sub sound)
- 1: MAIN+SUB (main and sub sound)

When playing aVIDEO CD, CD, or DATA CD (MP3 audio)

The default setting is underlined.

• STEREO: the standard stereo sound
• 1/L: the sound of the left channel (monaural)
• 2/R: the sound of the right channel (monaural)

When playing a DATA CD (DivX video), or DATA DVD (DivX video)

The choice of DATA CD or DATA DVD audio signal formats differ, depending on the DivX video file contained on the disc. The format is shown in the display.

When playing a Super VCD

The default setting is underlined.

• 1:STEREO: the stereo sound of the audio track 1
• 1:1/L: the sound of the left channel of the audio track 1 (monaural)
• 1:2/R: the sound of the right channel of the audio track 1 (monaural)
• 2:STEREO: the stereo sound of the audio track 2
• 2:1/L: the sound of the left channel of the audio track 2 (monaural)
• 2:2/R: the sound of the right channel of the audio track 2 (monaural)

Notes

• While playing a Super VCD on which the audio track 2 is not recorded, no sound will come out when you select "2:STEREO," "2:1/L," or "2:2/R."
• You cannot change the sound for Super Audio CDs.

Checking the audio signal format DVD-VD DATA CD DATA DVD

You can check the audio signal format by pressing repeatedly during playback. The format of the current audio signal (Dolby Digital, DTS, PCM, etc.) appears as shown below.

When playing a DVD VIDEO

Example: Dolby Digital 5.1 ch

Example: Dolby Digital 3 ch

When playing a DivX video file on a DATA CD or a DATA DVD

Example:

MP3 audio

About audio signals

Audio signals recorded in a disc contain the sound elements (channels) shown below. Each channel is output from a separate speaker.

• Front (L)
• Front (R)
• Centre
  Rear (L)
  Rear (R)
• Rear (Monaural): This signal can be either the Dolby Surround Sound processed signals or the Dolby Digital sound's monaural rear audio signals.
• LFE (Low Frequency Effect) signal

Surround Mode Settings

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DATA CD DATA DVD

You can enjoy surround sounds while playing discs including Dolby Digital, DTS, and MPEG audio DVDs, even if you have only 2 or 4 speakers. Select the surround mode that best suits your speaker setup.

1 Press SUR during playback.

The following display appears.

2 Press SUR repeatedly to select one of the surround modes.

See the explanations given for each item in the following section.

For 2 speaker setups

• TVS DYNAMIC
• TVS WIDE
  TVS NIGHT
• TVS STANDARD

For 4 to 6 speaker setups

(If you select "NONE" in the setting of "REAR" in "SPEAKER SETUP" (page 87), you cannot select these modes.)

To cancel the setting

Select "OFF" in step 2.

For 2 speaker setups

When you connect a stereo TV or 2 front speakers, TVS (TV Virtual Surround) lets you enjoy surround sound effects by using sound imaging to create virtual rear speakers from the sound of the front speakers (L: left, R: right) without using actual rear speakers. TVS was developed by Sony to produce surround sound for home use using just a stereo TV.

If the player is set up to output the signal from the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack, the surround effect will be heard only when "DOLBY DIGITAL" and "DTS" are set to "D-PCM" and "MPEG" is set to "PCM" in "AUDIO SETUP"(page 86).

TVS DYNAMIC

Creates one set of virtual rear speakers from the sound of the front speakers (L, R) without using actual rear speakers (shown below). This mode is effective when the distance between the front L and R speakers is short, such as with built-in speakers on a stereo TV.

TVS WIDE

Creates five sets of virtual rear speakers from the sound of the front speakers (L, R) without using actual rear speakers (shown below). This mode is effective when the distance between the front L and R speakers is short, such as with built-in speakers on a stereo TV.

TVS NIGHT

Large sounds, such as explosions, are suppressed, but quieter sounds are unaffected. This feature is useful when you want to hear the dialogue and enjoy the surround sound effects of "TVS WIDE" at low volume.

TVS STANDARD

Creates three sets of virtual rear speakers from the sound of the actual front speakers (L, R) as shown below. This mode is effective when you use 2 separate front speakers.

L: Front speaker (left)

R: Front speaker (right)

Virtual speaker

For 4 to 6 speaker setups

You can enjoy the following surround effects by using the 2 front speakers and 2 rear speakers.

Connect the player to the amplifier (receiver) with the D-1 connection (page 26).

You can experience Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) sounds or Digital Cinema Sound (DCS). DCS uses sound imaging to shift the sound of the rear speakers away from the actual speaker position or create entire sets of virtual rear speakers from one set of actual rear speakers. "VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT," "VIRTUAL MULTI REAR," and "VIRTUAL MULTI DIMENSION" make use of this technology.

NORMAL SURROUND

Software with 2 channel audio signals is decoded with the Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) decoder to create surround effects. The rear speakers will emit identical monaural sounds. If you are using a centre speaker, the appropriate sounds for the centre speaker will be delivered.

ENHANCED SURROUND

Provides a greater sense of presence from a Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) source with a monaural rear channel signal. Produces a stereo like effect in the rear channels.

VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT

Shifts the sound of the rear speakers away from the actual speaker position.

The shift position differs according to "REAR" or "SIDE" setting of the rear speakers (page 87).

VIRTUAL MULTI REAR

Creates an array of virtual rear speakers from a single set of actual rear speakers.

The position of the virtual rear speakers differs according to "REAR" or "SIDE" setting of the rear speakers (page 87).

REAR

VIRTUAL MULTI DIMENSION

Creates an array of virtual rear speaker positions higher than the listener from a single set of actual rear speakers.

This mode creates five sets of virtual speakers surrounding the listener at approximately a 30^ angle of elevation. The effect differs according to "REAR" or "SIDE" setting of the rear speakers (page 87).

REAR

L: Front speaker (left)

R: Front speaker (right)

LS: Rear speaker (left)

RS: Rear speaker (right)

Virtual speaker

Notes

• When you select one of the surround modes, turn off the surround setting of the connected TV or amplifier (receiver).
• Not all discs will respond to the "TVS NIGHT" function in the same way.
• To enjoy the multichannel audio through the 5.1CH OUTPUT jacks, correctly set each speaker position and distance (page 26, 87).
• When the playing signal does not contain a signal for the rear speakers, you cannot hear the TVS effect.
• When you select one of the TVS modes, the player does not output the sound of centre speaker.
• Make sure that your listening position is between and at an equal distance from your speakers, and that the speakers are located in similar surroundings.
• If you use the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack and set "DOLBY DIGITAL" to "DOLBY DIGITAL," "DTS" to "DTS," and "MPEG" to "MPEG" in "AUDIO SETUP," sound will come from your speakers but it will not have the SURROUND effect.

Changing the Angles

DVD-V

If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on the DVD VIDEO, "..." appears in the front panel display. This means that you can change the viewing angle.

1 Press _R (angle) during playback.

The number of the angle appears on the display.

2 Press (angle) repeatedly to select an angle number.

The scene changes to the selected angle.

Note

Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may not be able to change the angles even if multi-angles are recorded on the DVDVIDEO.

Displaying the Subtitles

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DATA DVD

If subtitles are recorded on the discs, you can change the subtitles or turn them on and off whenever you want while playing the disc.

1 Press (subtitle) during playback.

The following display appears.

2 Press (subtitle) repeatedly to select a setting.

When playing a DVD VIDEO

Select the language.

Depending on the DVD VIDEO, the choice of language varies.

When 4 digits are displayed, they indicate a language code. See "Language Code List" on page 98 to see which language the code represents.

When playing a DVD-RW

Select "ON."

When playing a DATA CD (DivX video), or DADA DVD

The choices of DATA CD or DATA DVD subtitles differ, depending on the DivX video file contained on the disc. The choices are shown in the display.

Notes

• Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may not be able to change the subtitles even if multilingual subtitles are recorded on it. You also may not be able to turn them off.
• With DATA CDs, subtitles can be changed for DivX video files only.
• You can change the subtitles if the DivX video file has an ".AVI" or ".DIVX" extension and contains subtitle information within the same file.

Adjusting the Playback Picture (CUSTOM PICTURE MODE)

DVD-V DVD-RUW VCD DATA CD

DATA DVD

You can adjust the video signal of the DVD,VIDEO CD, DATA CD in JPEG format, or DATA CD/DATA DVD containing DivX video files from the player to obtain the picture quality you want. Choose the setting that best suits the programme you are watching. When you select "MEMORY," you can make further adjustments to each element of the picture (colour, brightness, etc.).

1 Press PICTURE MODE during playback.

The following display appears.

2 Press PICTURE MODE repeatedly to select the setting you want.

The default setting is underlined.

STANDARD: displays a standard picture.
DYNAMIC 1: produces a bold dynamic picture by increasing the picture contrast and the colour intensity.
DYNAMIC 2: produces a more dynamic picture than DYNAMIC 1 by further increasing the picture contrast and colour intensity.
CINEMA 1: enhances details in dark areas by increasing the black level.
CINEMA 2: white colours become brighter and black colours become richer, and the colour contrast is increased.
- MEMORY: adjusts the picture in greater detail.

Hint

When you watch a movie, "CINEMA 1" or "CINEMA 2" is recommended.

Adjusting the picture items in "MEMORY"

You can adjust each element of the picture individually.

• PICTURE: changes the contrast
• BRIGHTNESS: changes the overall brightness
• COLOR: makes the colours deeper or lighter
  HUE: changes the colour balance

1 Press PICTURE MODE repeatedly to select "MEMORY" and press ENTER. The "PICTURE" adjustment bar appears.

2 Press to adjust the picture contrast.

To go the next or previous picture item without saving the current setting, press / .

3 Press ENTER.

The adjustment is saved, and "BRIGHTNESS" adjustment bar appears.

4 Repeat step 2 and 3 to adjust "BRIGHTNESS," "COLOR," and "HUE."

To turn off the display

Press RETURN, or DISPLAY.

Note

The "BRIGHTNESS" setting is not effective if you connect the player via the LINE OUT (VIDEO), SVIDEO OUT, or LINE (RGB) - TV jack and select "PROGRESSIVE AUTO" or "PROGRESSIVE VIDEO" by using the PROGRESSIVE button on the front panel.

Sharpening the Pictures

(SHARPNESS)

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DVD-RU

VCD

DATA CD

DATA DVD

You can enhance the outlines of images to produce a sharper picture.

1 Press DISPLAY during playback. The Control Menu appears.
2 Press / to select (SHARPNESS), then press ENTER. The options for "SHARPNESS" appear.

3 Press / to select a level.

• 1: enhances the outline.
• 2: enhances the outline more than 1.

4 Press ENTER.

The selected setting takes effect.

Note

This setting is not effective if you connect the player via the LINE OUT (VIDEO), SVIDEO OUT, or LINE (RGB) - TV jack and select "PROGRESSIVE AUTO" or "PROGRESSIVE VIDEO" by using the PROGRESSIVE button on the front panel.

Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture and Sound (AV ALIGNMENT) (DVP-NS955V only)

DVD-V DVD-RU VCD DATA DVD

When the sound does not match the pictures on the screen, you can adjust the delay between the picture and sound.

1 Press DISPLAY during playback.

The Control Menu appears.

2 Press / to select (AV ALIGNMENT), then press ENTER.

The following display appears.

3 Press to select "SET ", then press ENTER.

The "AV ALIGNMENT" adjustment bar appears.

4 Press repeatedly to adjust the delay.

Each time you press / , the delay is adjusted by 10 milliseconds.

5 Press ENTER.

The selected setting takes effect.

To reset the "AV ALIGNMENT" setting Press CLEAR in step 4.

Note

This function is not effective if you use the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack and set "DOLBY DIGITAL," "DTS," or "MPEG" in AUDIO SETUP to "DOLBY DIGITAL," "DTS," or "MPEG" respectively (page 86).

Enjoying MP3 Audio and JPEG Images

About MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image Files

MP3 is audio compression technology that satisfies the ISO/MPEG regulations. JPEG is image compression technology.

You can play DATA CDs that contain MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files.

DATA CDs that the player can play

You can play back DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/ CD-Rs/CD-RWs) recorded in MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) and JPEG format. However, the discs must be recorded according to ISO 9660 Level 1, Level 2 or Joliet format for the player to recognize the tracks (or files). You can also play discs recorded in Multi Session.

Refer to the instructions supplied with the CD-R/CD-RW drives and the recording software (not supplied) for details on the recording format.

Note on Multi Session discs

If MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files are recorded in the first session, the player will also play MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files in other sessions. If audio tracks and images in Music CD format or Video CD format are recorded in the first session, only the first session will be played back.

Note

The player may not be able to play some DATA CDs created in the Packet Write format.

MP3 audio track or JPEG image file that the player can play

The player can play the following tracks and files:

-MP3 audio tracks with the extension .MP3."
-JPEG image files with the extension "JPEG" or "JPG."

-JPEG image files that conform to the DCF* image file format.
* "Design rule for Camera File system": Image standards for digital cameras regulated by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association).

Notes

• The player will play any data with the extension ".MP3",".JPG," or ".JPEG," even if they are not in MP3 or JPEG format. Playing these data may generate a loud noise which could damage your speaker system.
• The player does not conform to audio tracks in MP3PRO format.
• Some JPEG files cannot be played.
• You cannot play MP3 audio tracks/JPEG image files in DATA CDs that contain DivX video files.

About playback order of albums, tracks, and files

Albums play in the following order:

Structure of disc contents

When you insert a DATA CD and press the numbered tracks (or files) are played sequentially, from ① through ⑦ .Any sub-albums/tracks (or files) contained within a currently selected album take priority over the next album in the same tree. (Example: C contains so ④ is played before ⑤ -

When you press MENU and the list of album names appears (page 64), the album names are arranged in the following order:

A B C D F G .Albums that do not contain tracks (or files) (such as album E) do not appear in the list.

Hints

• If you add numbers (01, 02, 03, etc.) to the front of the track/file names when you store the tracks (or files) in a disc, the tracks and files will be played in that order.
• Since a disc with many trees takes longer to start playback, it is recommended that you create albums with no more than two trees.

Notes

• Depending on the software you use to create the DATA CD, the playback order may differ from the above illustration.
• The playback order above may not be applicable if there are more than 200 albums and 300 tracks/files in each album.
• The player can recognize up to 200 albums (the player will count just albums, including albums that do not contain MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files). The player will not play any albums beyond the 200th album.
• Proceeding to the next or another album may take some time.

Playing MP3 Audio Tracks or JPEG Image Files DATA CD

You can play MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files on DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs).

Hint

You can view the disc information while playing MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files (page 49).

Notes

• DATA CDs recorded in KODAK Picture CD format automatically start playing when inserted.
• If no MP3 audio track or JPEG image file is recorded on the DATA CD, "No audio data" or "No image data" appears on the screen.

Selecting an album

1 Press MENU.

The list of albums on the disc appears.

When an album is being played, its title is shaded.

2 Press / to select the album you want to play.

3 Press

Playback starts from the selected album.

To select MP3 audio tracks, see

"Selecting an MP3 audio track

(page 64).

To select JPEG image files, see

"Selecting a JPEG image file" (page 65).

To stop playback

Press ■.

To go to the next or previous page

Press or

To turn on or off the display

Press MENU repeatedly.

Hints

• Of the selected album, you can select to play only the MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files, or both, by setting "MODE (MP3, JPEG)" (page 67).
• During playback, you can press ALBUM + / - to go to the next/previous album without using the album list.

Selecting an MP3 audio track

1 After step 2 of "Selecting an album," press ENTER.

The list of tracks in the album appears.

2 Press / to select a track, and press ENTER.

Playback starts from the selected track.

To stop playback

Press ■.

To go to the next or previous page

Press or

To return to the previous display

Press RETURN.

To go to the next or previous MP3 audio track

Press or during playback. You can select the first track of the next album by pressing during playback of the last track of the current album.

Note that you cannot return to the previous album by using , and that you need to select the previous album from the album list.

Selecting a JPEG image file

1 After step 2 of "Selecting an album," press PICTURE NAVI.

The image files in the album appear in 16 subscreens. A scroll box is displayed on the right.

1	2	3	4
5	6	7	8
9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16

To display the additional image, select the bottom images and press . To return to the previous image, select the top images and press .

2 Press / / / to select the image you want to view, and press ENTER.

The selected image appears. Example

To go to the next or previous JPEG image file

Press or during playback. You can select the first file of the next album by pressing during playback of the last file of the current album.

Note that you cannot return to the previous album by using , and that you need to select the previous album from the album list.

To rotate a JPEG image

Press / while viewing the image. Each time you press , the image rotates counterclockwise by 90 degrees.

To return to normal view, press CLEAR. Note that the view also returns to normal if you press to go to the next or previous image.

Example: when is pressed once.

Rotating direction

To magnify a JPEG image (ZOOM)

Press ZOOM while viewing the image. You can enlarge the image up to four times the original size, and scroll using / / / . To return to normal view, press CLEAR.

When pressed once (x2)

The image enlarges twice the original size.

When pressed twice (x4)

The image enlarges four times the original size.

To stop viewing the JPEG image

Press ■.

Hints

While viewing JPEG image files, you can set options such as "INTERVAL" (page 68), "EFFECT" (page 68), and "SHARPNESS" (page 60).
- You can view JPEG images files without MP3 audio by setting "MODE (MP3, JPEG)" to "IMAGE (JPEG)" (page 67).
- The date the picture was taken is displayed beside "DATE" in the Control Menu (page 13). Note that no date may appear depending on the digital camera.

Note

PICTURE NAVI does not work if "AUDIO (MP3)" is selected in "MODE (MP3, JPEG)" (page 67).

Enjoying JPEG Images as a Slide Show DATA CD

You can play JPEG image files on a DATA CD successively as a slide show.

1 Press MENU.

The list of albums on the DATA CD appears.

2 Press / to select an album.

3 Press

The JPEG images in the selected album start playing as a slide show.

To stop playback

Press ■.

Notes

• The slide show stops when / or ZOOM is pressed. To resume the slide show, press > .
• This function does not work if "MODE (MP3, JPEG)" is set to "AUDIO (MP3)" (page 67).

Viewing a slide show with sound (MODE (MP3, JPEG))

When JPEG image files and MP3 audio tracks are placed in the same album, you can enjoy a slide show with sound.

1 Press DISPLAY during stop mode. The Control Menu appears.
2 Press / to select (MODE (MP3, JPEG)), and press ENTER.

The options for "MODE (MP3, JPEG)" appear.

3 Press / to select "AUTO" (default), and press ENTER.

• AUTO: plays both the JPEG image files and MP3 audio tracks in the same album as a slide show.
• AUDIO (MP3): plays only MP3 audio tracks continuously.
• IMAGE (JPEG): plays only JPEG image files continuously.

4 Press MENU.

The list of albums on the DATA CD appears.

5 Press / to select the album that contains both the MP3 audio tracks and JPEG images you want to play.
6 Press

A slide show starts with sound.

Hints

• To repeat both MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files in a single album, repeat the same MP3 audio track or album when "MODE (MP3, JPEG)" is set to "AUTO." See "Playing repeatedly (Repeat Play)" (page 41) to repeat the track or album.
• The player recognizes a maximum of 200 albums regardless of the selected mode. Of each album, the player recognizes up to 300 MP3 audio tracks and 300 JPEG image files when "AUTO" is selected, 600 MP3 audio tracks when "AUDIO (MP3)" is selected, 600 JPEG image files when "IMAGE (JPEG)" is selected.

Notes

• This function does not work if the MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files are not placed in the same album.
• If playing time of JPEG image or MP3 audio is longer than the other, the longer one continues without sound or image.
• If you play large MP3 track data and JPEG image data at the same time, the sound may skip. It is recommended that you set the MP3 bit rate to 128 kbps or lower when creating the file. If the sound still skips, then reduce the size of the JPEG file.

Setting the pace for a slide show (INTERVAL)

You can set the time the slides are displayed on the screen.

1 Press DISPLAY twice while viewing a JPEG image or when the player is in stop mode.

The Control Menu appears.

2 Press / to select (INTERVAL), then press ENTI

The options for "INTERVAL" appear.

3 Press / to select a setting.

The default setting is underlined.

NORMAL: sets the duration to between 6 to 9 seconds.
- FAST: sets a duration shorter than NORMAL.
- SLOW1: sets a duration longer than NORMAL.
- SLOW2: sets a duration longer than SLOW1.

4 Press ENTER.

Note

Some JPEG files, especially progressive JPEG files or JPEG files of 3,000,000 pixels or more, may take longer to display than others, which may make the duration seem longer than the setting you selected.

Selecting the slides' appearance (EFFECT)

You can select the way the slides are displayed during a slide show.

1 Press DISPLAY twice while viewing a JPEG image or when the player is in stop mode.
2 Press / to select (EFFECT), then press ENTER.

The options for "EFFECT" appear.

3 Press / to select a setting.

The default setting is underlined.

• MODE1: the image sweeps in from top to bottom.
• MODE2: the image sweeps in from left to right.
• MODE3: the image stretches out from the centre of the screen.
• MODE4: the images randomly cycle through the effects.
• MODE5: the next image slides over the previous image.
• OFF: turns off this function.

4 Press ENTER.

About DivX Video Files

DivX® is a video file compression technology, developed by DivXNetworks, Inc. This product is an official DivX® certified product.

You can play DATA CDs and DATA DVDs that contain DivX video files.

DATA CDs and DATA DVDs that the player can play

Playback of DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/ CD-RWs) and DATA DVDs (DVD-Rs/ DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs) on this player is subject to certain conditions:

• With DATA CDs that contain DivX video files in addition to MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files, the player plays only the DivX video files.

• With DATA DVDs, the player plays DivX video files only. Any data other than DivX video file, such as MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files, are not played.

However, this player only plays DATA CDs whose logical format is ISO 9660 Level 1/ Level 2 or Joliet, and DATA DVDs of Universal Disk Format (UDF).

You can also play DATA CDs recorded in Multi Session (page 62), although DATA DVDs recorded in Multi Session are not playable.

Refer to the instructions supplied with the disc drives and the recording software (not supplied) for details on the recording format.

About playback order of data on DATA CDs or DATA DVDs

See "About playback order of albums, tracks and files" (page 62). Note that the playback order may not be applicable, depending on the software used for creating the DivX video file, or if there are more than 200 albums and 600 DivX video files in each album.

Note

The player may not be able to play some DATA CDs/DATA DVDs created in the Packet Write format.

DivX video files that the player can play

The player can play data that is recorded in DivX format, and which has the extension ".AVI," or ".DIVX." The player will not play files with the extension ".AVI" or ".DIVX" if they do not contain a DivX video.

Hint

For details about playable MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files on DATA CDs, see "DATA CDs that the player can play" (page 62).

Notes

• The player may not play a DivX video file when the file has been combined from two or more DivX video files.
• The player cannot play a DivX video file of size more than 720 (width) × 576 (height)/2 GB.
• Depending on the DivX video file, the picture may be unclear or the sound may skip.
• The player cannot play some DivX video files that are longer than 3 hours.

Playing DivX Video Files

DATA CD DATA DVD

You can play DivX video files on DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs) and DATA DVDs (DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs).

Hint

You can view the disc information while playing a DivX video file (page 49).

Notes

• If there are no DivX video files recorded on a DATA DVD, a message appears to indicate that the disc is not playable.
• Depending on the DivX video file, the picture may pause or be unclear. In which case, it is recommended that you create the file at a lower bit rate. If the sound is still noisy, MP3 is the recommended audio format. Note, however, this player does not conform to WMA (Windows Media Audio) format.
• Because of the compression technology used for DivX video files, it may take some time after you press for the picture to appear.
  Depending on the DivX video file, the sound may not match the pictures on the screen.

Selecting an album

1 Press MENU.

A list of albums on the disc appears. Only albums that contain DivX video files are listed.

2 Press / to select the album you want to play.

3 Press

Playback starts from the selected album. To select DivX video files, see "Selecting a DivX video file" (page 72).

To stop playback

Press ■.

To go to the next or previous page

Press or

To turn the display on or off

Press MENU repeatedly.

Selecting a DivX video file

1 After step 2 of "Selecting an album," press ENTER.

The list of files in the album appears.

2 Press / to select a file, and press ENTER.

The selected file starts playing.

To stop playback

Press ■.

To go to the next or previous page

Press or

To return to the previous display

Press RETURN.

To go to the next or previous DivX video file without displaying the above file list

You can select the next or previous DivX video file in the same album by pressing or .

You can also select the first file of the next album by pressing during playback of the last file of the current album. Note that you cannot return to the previous album by using . To return to the previous album, select it from the album list.

Hint

If the number of viewing times is preset, you can play the DivX video files as many times as the preset number. The following occurrences are counted:

• when the player is turned off. This includes when the player is automatically turned off by the Auto Power Off function. Press instead of when you want to stop viewing.
• when the disc tray is opened.
• when another file is played.

Using Various Additional Functions

Locking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL)

You can set two kinds of playback restrictions for a disc.

• Custom Parental Control
• You can set playback restrictions so that the player will not play inappropriate discs.
• Parental Control
• Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be limited according to a predetermined level such as the age of the users. Scenes may be blocked or replaced with different scenes. The same password is used for both Parental Control and Custom Parental Control.

Custom Parental Control DVD-V

VCD SA-CD CD

You can set the same Custom Parental Control password for up to 40 discs. When you set the 41st-disc, the first disc is cancelled.

1 Insert the disc you want to lock. If the disc is playing, press ■ to stop playback.

2 Press DISPLAY while the player is in stop mode. The Control Menu appears.

3 Press / to select (PARENTAL CONTROL), then press ENTER. The options for "PARENTAL CONTROL" appear.

4 Press / to select "ON ," then press ENTER.

If you have not entered a password The display for registering a new password appears.

Enter a 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER. The display for confirming the password appears.
When you have already registered a password The display for entering the password appears.

5 Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER.

"Custom parental control is set." appears and then the screen returns to the Control Menu.

To turn off the Custom Parental Control function

1 Follow steps 1 to 3 of "Custom Parental Control."
2 Press / to select "OFF ," then press ENTER.
3 Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER.

To play a disc for which Custom Parental Control is set

1 Insert the disc for which Custom Parental Control is set. The "CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL" display appears.

2 Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER. The player is ready for playback.

Hint

If you forget your password, enter the 6-digit number "199703" using the number buttons when the "CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL" display asks you for your password, then press ENTER. The display will ask you to enter a new 4-digit password.

Parental Control (limited playback) DVD-V

Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be limited according to a predetermined level such as the age of the users. The "PARENTAL CONTROL" function allows you to set a playback limitation level.

1 Press DISPLAY while the player is in stop mode.

The Control Menu appears.

2 Press / to select (PARENTAL CONTROL), then press ENTER.

The options for "PARENTAL CONTROL" appear.

3 Press / to select "PLAYER ," then press ENTER.

If you have not entered a password The display for registering a new password appears.

Enter a 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER.

The display for confirming the password appears.

When you have already registered a password

The display for entering the password appears.

4 Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER.

The display for setting the playback limitation level appears.

5 Press ↑/↓ to select "STANDARD," then press ENTER.

The selection items for "STANDARD" are displayed.

6 Press / to select a geographic area as the playback limitation level, then press ENTER.

The area is selected.

When you select "OTHERS ",select and enter a standard code in the table on page 76 using the number buttons.

7 Press ↑/↓ to select "LEVEL," then press ENTER.

The selection items for "LEVEL" are displayed.

8 Select the level you want using / , then press ENTER.

Parental Control setting is complete.

The lower the value, the stricter the limitation.

To turn off the Parental Control function Set "LEVEL" to "OFF" in step 8.

To play a disc for which Parental Control is set

1 Insert the disc and press

The display for entering your password appears.

2 Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER.

The player starts playback.

Hint

If you forget your password, remove the disc and repeat steps 1 to 3 of "Parental Control (limited playback)." When you are asked to enter your password, enter "199703" using the number buttons, then press ENTER. The display will ask you to enter a new 4-digit password. After you enter a new 4-digit password, replace the disc in the player and press . When the display for entering your password appears, enter your new password.

Notes

• When you play discs which do not have the Parental Control function, playback cannot be limited on this player.
  Depending on the disc, you may be asked to change the parental control level while playing the disc. In this case, enter your password, then change the level. If the Resume Play mode is cancelled, the level returns to the previous level.

Area Code

Standard	Code number
Argentina	2044
Australia	2047
Austria	2046
Belgium	2057
Brazil	2070
Canada	2079
Chile	2090
China	2092
Denmark	2115
Finland	2165
France	2174
Germany	2109
India	2248
Indonesia	2238
Italy	2254
Japan	2276
Korea	2304
Malaysia	2363
Mexico	2362
Netherlands	2376
New Zealand	2390
Norway	2379
Pakistan	2427
Philippines	2424
Portugal	2436
Russia	2489
Singapore	2501
Spain	2149
Sweden	2499
Switzerland	2086
Thailand	2528
United Kingdom	2184

Changing the password

1 Press DISPLAY while the player is in stop mode.

The Control Menu appears.

2 Press / to select

(PARENTAL CONTROL), then press ENTER.

The options for "PARENTAL

CONTROL" appear.

3 Press / to select "password ," then press ENTER.

The display for entering the password appears.

4 Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER.
5 Enter a new 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER.
6 To confirm your password, re-enter it using the number buttons, then press ENTER.

If you make a mistake entering your password

Press before you press ENTER and input the correct number.

Controlling Your TV or AV Amplifier (Receiver) With the Supplied Remote

By adjusting the remote signal, you can control your TV with the supplied remote. If you connect the player to an AV amplifier (receiver), you can control the volume with the supplied remote.

Notes

• Depending on the connected unit, you may not be able to correctly control your TV or AV amplifier (receiver) using some of the buttons below.
• If you enter a new code number, the code number previously entered will be erased.
• When you replace the batteries of the remote, the code number you have set may be reset to the default setting. Set the appropriate code number again.

Controlling TVs with the remote

1 Slide the TV/DVD switch to TV.
2 While holding down I/O, press the number buttons to select the manufacturer's code for your TV (see the table below).
3 Release I/

When the TV/DVD switch is set to TV, the remote performs the following:

I/∅	Turn the TV on or off
Δ (volume) +/-	Adjust the volume of the TV
Number buttons and -/--	Select the programme position of the TV
→ (TV/video)	Switch the TV's input source between the TV and other input sources

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.

Manufacturer	Code number
Sony	01 (default)
Aiwa	01 (default)
Grundig	11
Hitachi	23, 24, 72
Loewe	06, 45
Nokia	15, 16, 69, 73
Panasonic	17, 49
Philips	06, 07, 08, 23, 45, 72
Saba	12, 13, 36, 43, 74, 75
Samsung	06, 22, 23, 71, 72
Sanyo	25
Sharp	29
Telefunken	12, 13, 36, 43, 74, 75
Thomson	12, 13, 43, 74, 75
Toshiba	38
LG	06
JVC	33

Controlling the volume of your AV amplifier (receiver) with the remote

1 Slide the TV/DVD switch to DVD.
2 Hold down I/ , and enter the manufacturer code (see the table below) for your AV amplifier (receiver) using the number buttons.
3 Release I/

The (volume) + / - buttons control the AV amplifier's volume.

If you want to control the TV's volume Slide the TV/DVD switch to TV.

Code numbers of controllable AV amplifiers (receivers)

If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one that works with your AV amplifier (receiver).

Manufacturer	Code number
Sony	78, 79, 80, 91
Denon	84, 85, 86
Kenwood	92, 93
Onkyo	81, 82, 83
Pioneer	99
Sansui	87
Technics	97, 98
Yamaha	94, 95, 96

If you want to control the TV's volume even when the TV/DVD switch is set to DVD, repeat the steps above and enter the code number 90 (default).

Settings and Adjustments

Using the Setup Display

By using the Setup Display, you can make various adjustments to items such as picture and sound. You can also set a language for the subtitles and the Setup Display, among other things.

For details on each Setup Display item, see pages from 81 to 87.

Note

Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over the Setup Display settings and not all of the functions described may work.

1 Press DISPLAY when the player is in stop mode.

The Control Menu appears.

2 Press / to select (SETUP), then press ENTER.

The options for "SETUP" appear.

3 Press / to select "CUSTOM," then press ENTER.

The Setup Display appears.

4 Press / to select the setup item from the displayed list: "LANGUAGE SETUP," "SCREEN SETUP," "CUSTOM SETUP," "AUDIO SETUP," or "SPEAKER SETUP." Then press ENTER.

The Setup item is selected. Example: "SCREEN SETUP"

5 Press / to select an item, then press ENTER.

The options for the selected item appear. Example: "TV TYPE"

6 Press / to select a setting, then press ENTER.

The setting is selected and setup is complete.

Example: "4:3 PAN SCAN"

To enter the Quick Setup mode

Select "QUICK" in step 3. Follow from step 5 of the Quick Setup explanation to make basic adjustments (page 28).

To reset all of the "SETUP" settings

1 Select "RESET" in step 3 and press ENTER.
2 Select "YES" using / .

You can also quit the process and return to the Control Menu by selecting "NO" here.

3 Press ENTER.

All the settings explained on pages 81 to 89 return to the default settings. Do not press I/while resetting the player, which takes a few seconds to complete.

Setting the Display or Sound Track Language

(LANGUAGE SETUP)

"LANGUAGE SETUP" allows you to set various languages for the on-screen display or sound track.

Select "LANGUAGE SETUP" in the Setup Display. To use the display, see "Using the Setup Display" (page 80).

OSD (On-Screen Display)

Switches the display language on the screen.

MENU (DVDVIDEO only)

You can select the desired language for the disc's menu.

AUDIO (DVDVIDEO only)

Switches the language of the sound track.

When you select "ORIGINAL," the language given priority in the disc is selected.

SUBTITLE (DVDVIDEO only)

Switches the language of the subtitle recorded on the DVD VIDEO.

When you select "AUDIO FOLLOW," the language for the subtitles changes according to the language you selected for the sound track.

Hint

If you select "OTHERS " in "MENU,"

"SUBTITLE," or "AUDIO," select and enter a language code from "Language Code List" on page 98 using the number buttons.

Note

If you select a language in "MENU,"

"SUBTITLE," or "AUDIO" that is not recorded on a DVD VIDEO, one of the recorded languages will be automatically selected.

Settings for the Display

(SCREEN SETUP)

Choose settings according to the TV to be connected.

Select "SCREEN SETUP" in the Setup Display. To use the display, see "Using the Setup Display" (page 80).

The default settings are underlined.

TV TYPE

Selects the aspect ratio of the connected TV (4:3 standard or wide).

16:9	Select this when you connect a wide-screen TV or a TV with a wide mode function.
4:3 LETTER BOX	Select this when you connect a 4:3 screen TV. Displays a wide picture with bands on the upper and lower portions of the screen.
4:3 PAN SCAN	Select this when you connect a 4:3 screen TV. Automatically displays the wide picture on the entire screen and cuts off the portions that do not fit.

16:9

4:3 LETTER BOX

4:3 PAN SCAN

Note

Depending on the DVD, "4:3 LETTER BOX" may be selected automatically instead of "4:3 PAN SCAN" or vice versa.

SCREENSAVER

The screen saver image appears when you leave the player in pause or stop mode for 15 minutes, or when you play a Super Audio CD, CD, or DATA CD (MP3 audio) for more than 15 minutes. The screen saver will help prevent your display device from becoming damaged (ghosting). Press to turn off the screen saver.

ON	Turns on the screen saver.
OFF	Turns off the screen saver.

BACKGROUND

Selects the background colour or picture on the TV screen when the player is in stop mode or while playing a Super Audio CD, CD, or DATA CD (MP3 audio).

JACKET PICTURE	The jacket picture (still picture) appears, but only when the jacket picture is already recorded on the disc (CD-EXTRA, etc.). If the disc does not contain a jacket picture, the “GRAPHICS” picture appears.
GRAPHICS	A preset picture stored in the player appears.
BLUE	The background colour is blue.
BLACK	The background colour is black.

LINE

Selects video signals output from the LINE (RGB)-TV jack on the rear panel of the player.

VIDEO	Outputs video signals.
SVIDEO	Outputs S video signals.
RGB	Outputs RGB signals.

Notes

• If your TV does not accept S video or the RGB signals, no picture will appear on the TV screen, even if you select "SVIDEO" or "RGB." Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV.
• When you select "RGB," you cannot use the PROGRESSIVE button or the COMPONENT Video OUT jacks.

4:3 OUTPUT

This setting is effective only when you set "TV TYPE" in "SCREEN SETUP" to "16:9."

Adjust to watch 4:3 aspect ratio progressive signals. If you can change the aspect ratio on your progressive format (525p/625p) compatible TV, change the setting on your TV, not the player. This setting is effective only when "PROGRESSIVE AUTO" or "PROGRESSIVE VIDEO" is selected by using the PROGRESSIVE button on the front panel.

FULL	Select this when you can change the aspect ratio on your TV.
NORMAL	Select this when you cannot change the aspect ratio on your TV. Shows a 16:9 aspect ratio signal with black bands on left and right sides of the image.

16:9 aspect ratio TV

Custom Settings (CUSTOM SETUP)

Use this to set up playback related and other settings.

Select "CUSTOM SETUP" in the Setup Display. To use the display, see "Using the Setup Display" (page 80).

The default settings are underlined.

AUTO PLAY

Switches the Auto Play setting on or off. This function is useful when the player is connected to a timer (not supplied).

OFF	Switches this function off.
ON	Automatically starts playback when the player is turned on by a timer (not supplied).

DISPLAY (DVP-NS955V only)

Adjusts the lighting of the front panel display.

BRIGHT	Makes the lighting bright.
DARK	Makes the lighting dark.
AUTO DARK	Makes the lighting dark if you do not operate the player or remote for a short while.
AUTO OFF	Turns off the lighting if you do not operate the player or remote for a while.
OFF (FL OFF)	Turns off the lighting.

DIMMER (DVP-LS785V only)

Adjusts the lighting of the front panel display.

BRIGHT	Makes the lighting bright.
DARK	Makes the lighting dark.
AUTO DARK	Makes the lighting dark if you do not operate the player or remote for a short while.

PAUSE MODE (DVDVIDEO/DVD-RW only)

Selects the picture in pause mode.

AUTO	The picture, including subjects that move dynamically, is output with no jitter. Normally select this position.
FRAME	The picture, including subjects that do not move dynamically, is output in high resolution.

PLAYBACK MEMORY (DVP-NS955V only)

The player can store "CUSTOM PICTURE MODE" and other settings of each disc for up to 40 discs (Playback Memory).

Set this function "ON" or "OFF."

ON	Stores the settings in memory when you eject the disc.
OFF	Does not store the settings in memory.

The following settings are stored in memory.

-CUSTOM PICTURE MODE (page 58)
-AV ALIGNEMENT (page 61)
- SHARPNESS (page 60)
DVD VIDEO/VIDEO CD/Super VCD only

Note

The player can store the settings of up to 40 discs. When you store the setting of disc number 41, the first disc setting is cancelled.

TRACK SELECTION (DVD VIDEO only)

Gives the sound track which contains the highest number of channels priority when you play a DVD VIDEO on which multiple audio formats (PCM, MPEG audio, DTS, or Dolby Digital format) are recorded.

OFF	No priority given.
AUTO	Priority given.

Notes

• When you set the item to "AUTO," the language may change. The "TRACK SELECTION" setting has higher priority than the "AUDIO" settings in "LANGUAGE SETUP" (page 81).
• If PCM, DTS, MPEG audio, and Dolby Digital sound tracks have the same number of channels, the player selects PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital, and MPEG audio sound tracks in this order.

MULTI-DISC RESUME (DVD VIDEO/VIDEO CD only)

Switches the Multi-disc Resume setting on or off. Resume playback can be stored in memory for up to 40 different DVD VIDEOs/VIDEO CDs (page 34).

ON	Stores the resume setting in memory for up to 40 discs.
OFF	Does not store the resume setting in memory. Playback restarts at the resume point only for the current disc in the player.

DivX

Displays the registration code for this player. For more information, go to http://www.divx.com on the Internet.

Settings for the Sound

(AUDIO SETUP)

"AUDIO SETUP" allows you to set the sound according to the playback and connection conditions.

Select "AUDIO SETUP" in the Setup Display. To use the display, see "Using the Setup Display" (page 80).

The default settings are underlined.

AUDIO ATT (attenuation)

If the playback sound is distorted, set this item to "ON." The player reduces the audio output level.

This function affects the output of the following jacks:

-LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks
-LINE (RGB)-TV jack
-5.1CH OUTPUT jacks

OFF	Normally, select this position.
ON	Select this when the playback sound from the speakers is distorted.

AUDIO DRC (Dynamic Range Control) (DVDVIDEO/DVD-RW only)

Makes the sound clear when the volume is turned down when playing a DVD that conforms to "AUDIO DRC."

This function affects the output from the following jacks:

-LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks
-LINE (RGB)-TV jacks
-5.1 CH OUTPUT jacks
-DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack only when "DOLBY DIGITAL" is set to "D-PCM" (page 86).

STANDARD	Normally, select this position.
TV MODE	Makes low sounds clear even if you turn the volume down.

WIRE RANGE

Gives you the feeling of being at a live performance.

AUDIO FILTER

Selects the digital filter to reduce noise above 22.05kHz (Sampling frequency (Fs) of the audio source is 44.1kHz , 24kHz (Fs is 48kHz ), or 48kHz (Fs is above 96kHz ).

SHARP	Provides a wide frequency range and spatial feeling.
SLOW	Provides smooth and warm sound.

Note

There may be little effect by changing the digital filter depending on the disc or playback environment.

DOWNMIX (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW only)

Switches the method for mixing down to 2 channels when you play a DVD which has rear sound elements (channels) or is recorded in Dolby Digital format. For details on the rear signal components, see "Checking the audio signal format" (page 53). This function affects the output of the following jacks:

-LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks
-LINE (RGB)-TV jack
-DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack when "DOLBY DIGITAL" and "DTS" is set to "D-PCM" (page 86).

DOLBY SUR- ROUND	Normally, select this position. Multi-channel audio signals are output to 2 channels for enjoying surround sounds.
NORMAL	Multi-channel audio signals are downmixed to 2 channels for use with your stereo.

DIGITAL OUT

Selects if audio signals are output via the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack.

ON	Normally select this position. When you select “ON,” see “Setting the digital output signal” for further settings.
OFF	The influence of the digital circuit upon the analog circuit is minimal.

Note

Super Audio CD audio signals are not output from a DIGITAL OUT jack.

Setting the digital output signal

Switches the method of outputting audio signals when you connect a component such as an amplifier (receiver) or MD deck with a digital input jack.

For connection details, see page 21.

Select "DOLBY DIGITAL," "MPEG,"

"DTS," and "48kHz/96kHz PCM" after setting "DIGITAL OUT" to "ON."

AUDIO SETUP

AUDIO ATT: OFF

AUDIO DRC: STANDARD

AUDIO FILTER: SHARP

DOWNMIX: DOLBY SURROUND

DIGITAL OUT: ON

DOLBY DIGITAL: D-PCM

MPEG: PCM

DTS: D-PCM

48kHz/96kHz PCM: 48kHz/16bit

If you connect a component that is incompatible with the selected audio signal, a loud noise (or no sound) may be heard from the speakers, risking damage to your ears or speakers.

Note

The AV alignment function (page 61) is not effective if you use the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack and set "DOLBY DIGITAL," "DTS," or "MPEG" in AUDIO SETUP to "DOLBY DIGITAL," "DTS," or "MPEG" respectively.

DOLBY DIGITAL (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW only)

Selects the type of Dolby Digital signal.

D-PCM	Select this when the player is connected to an audio component without a built-in Dolby Digital decoder. You can select whether the signals conform to Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) or not by making adjustments to the “DOWNMIX” item in “AUDIO SETUP” (page 85).
DOLBY DIGITAL	Select this when the player is connected to an audio component with a built-in Dolby Digital decoder.

MPEG (DVDVIDEO/DVD-RW only)

Selects the type of MPEG audio signal.

PCM	Select this when the player is connected to an audio component without a built-in MPEG decoder. If you play multi-channel MPEG audio sound tracks, only the Front (L) and Front (R) signals will be output from your two front speakers.
MPEG	Select this when the player is connected to an audio component with a built-in MPEG decoder.

DTS

Selects the type of DTS audio signals.

D-PCM	Select this when the player is connected to an audio component without a built-in DTS decoder.
DTS	Select this when the player is connected to an audio component with a built-in DTS decoder.

48kHz/96kHz PCM (DVDVIDEO only)

Selects the sampling frequency of the audio signal.

48kHz/16bit	The audio signals of DVD VIDEOs are always converted to 48 kHz/16 bit.
96kHz/24bit	All types of signals including 96 kHz/24 bit are output in their original format. However, if the signal is encrypted for copyright protection purposes, the signal is only output as 48 kHz/16 bit.

Note

The analogue audio signals from the LINE OUT L/ R (AUDIO) jacks and 5.1CH OUTPUT jacks are not affected by this setting and keep their original sampling frequency level.

Settings for the Speakers

(SPEAKER SETUP)

To obtain the best possible surround sound, set the size of the speakers you have connected and their distance from your listening position. Then use the test tone to adjust the volume of the speakers to the same level.

This setting is effective when connecting the speaker with 5.1 CH OUTPUT jacks (page 26).

Select "SPEAKER SETUP" in the Setup Display. To use the display, see "Using the Setup Display" (page 80). Set the following items in the order that they are explained below. The default settings are underlined. Example: DVP-LS785V

To make adjustments for Super Audio CDs (DVP-NS955V only)

You can create two different Speaker Setup settings, one for Super Audio CDs and one for all other types of discs.

1 Follow steps 1 to 4 of "Using the Setup Display" (page 80) to select "SPEAKER SETUP" in the Setup Display.
2 Select "DVD" or "SUPER AUDIO CD" using / , the press ENTER.
3 Set the following items in the order that they are explained below. The default settings are underlined.

To return to the default setting

Select the item, then press CLEAR. Note that only the "SIZE" setting does not return to the default setting.

SIZE

Selects the size of the speakers.

• FRONT

LARGE	Normally select this position.
SMALL	Select this when the speaker cannot reproduce adequate bass frequencies.

• CENTER

LARGE	Normally select this position.
SMALL	Select this when the speaker cannot reproduce adequate bass frequencies.
NONE	Select this if you do not connect a centre speaker.

REAR

LARGE	(REAR/SIDE): Normally select this position. Select according to the rear speaker position*.
SMALL	(REAR/SIDE): Select this when the sound distorts or the surround effects are difficult to hear. Select according to the rear speaker position*.
NONE	Select this if you do not connect rear speakers.

• Rear speaker position

Correctly specify the location of the rear speakers to enjoy the surround effect.

• Set to "SIDE," if the location of the rear speakers corresponds to section A below.
• Set to "REAR," if the location of the rear speakers corresponds to section ③ below.

This setting affects only "VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT," "VIRTUAL MULTI REAR," and "VIRTUAL MULTI DIMENSION" mode (page 55). This setting does not affect the Super Audio CD Multi audio signals.

• SUBWOOFER

YES	Select this if you connect a subwoofer to output the LFE (Low Frequency Effect) signals from the subwoofer.
NONE	Select this if you do not connect a subwoofer.

Notes

• The cut off frequency for the subwoofer is fixed at 120Hz .
• If your speakers are too small to reproduce low bass frequencies, utilize a subwoofer for low frequency sound. When you set the speaker settings to "SMALL," the bass redirection circuitry will be activated and the bass frequencies for the speakers are output from the subwoofer.
• Even if there are fewer than 6 speakers connected, the player distributes the audio signal components to the front speakers.

DISTANCE

Sets the distance from your listening position to the speakers.

Set the distance to your front speakers in "FRONT" first (A). Then adjust the values in "CENTER" (centre speaker B), and

"REAR" (rear speaker ), and "SUBWOOFER" (DVP-NS955V only) () to reflect the actual distance to your centre speaker, rear speakers, and subwoofer.

Be sure to change the value in the Setup Display each time you move the speakers. Start from the front speaker. The default adjustments are in parentheses.

FRONT (3 m)

Set this between 1 and 15 m in 0.2 m increments.

CENTER (3 m)	Set this within -1.6 and +0.6 m of the “FRONT” setting in 0.2 m increments. For example, if “FRONT” is set to 6 m, “CENTER” can be set between 4.4 and 6.6 m.
REAR (3 m)	Set this within -5 and +0.6 m of the “FRONT” setting in 0.2 m increments. For example, if “FRONT” is set to 6 m, “REAR” can be set between 1 and 6.6 m.
SUBWOOFER (3 m) (DVP-NS955V only)	Set this within -1.6 and +0.6 m of the “FRONT” setting in 0.2 m increments. For example, if “FRONT” is set to 6 m, “SUBWOOFER” can be set between 4.4 and 6.6 m.

Note

If each of the front or rear speakers are not placed at an equal distance from your listening position, set the distance according to the closest speaker.

LEVEL (FRONT)

Varies the level of the front speakers. Be sure to set "TEST TONE" to "ON" for easy adjustment.

The default adjustments are in parentheses.

L (0 dB)	Set this between -6 dB and 0 dB in 0.5 dB increments.
R (0 dB)	Set this between -6 dB and 0 dB in 0.5 dB increments.
CENTER (0 dB)	Set this between -12 dB and 0 dB in 0.5 dB increments.
SUBWOOFER (DVP-NS955V: DVD: -5 dB Super Audio CD: 0 dB DVP-LS785V: -5 dB)	Set this between -15 dB and +5 dB in 0.5 dB increments.

LEVEL (REAR)

Varies the level of the rear speakers. Be sure to set "TEST TONE" to "ON" for easy adjustment.

The default adjustments are in parentheses.

L (0 dB)	Set this between -12 dB and 0 dB in 0.5 dB increments.
R (0 dB)	Set this between -12 dB and 0 dB in 0.5 dB increments.

To adjust the volume of all the speakers at one time

Use the amplifier's (receiver's) volume control.

TEST TONE

The speakers will emit a test tone. Use this when you use the 5.1CH OUTPUT jacks and adjust "LEVEL (FRONT)" and "LEVEL (REAR)."

OFF	The test tone is not emitted from the speakers.
ON	The test tone is emitted from each speaker in sequence while adjusting level.

Adjusting the speaker volume and level

1 Select "SPEAKER SETUP" in the Setup Display.
2 Select "TEST TONE" and set to "ON." You will hear the test tone from each speaker in sequence.
3 From your listening position, select "LEVEL (FRONT)" or "LEVEL (REAR)" and adjust the value using / . The test tone is emitted from both left and right speakers simultaneously.
4 Select "TEST TONE" and set to "OFF" to turn off the test tone.

Note

The test tone signals are not output from the DIGITAL OUT jack.

Additional Information

Troubleshooting

If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the player, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repairs. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Power

The power is not turned on.

• Check that the mains lead is connected securely.

Picture

There is no picture/picture noise appears.

Re-connect the connecting cord securely.
The connecting cords are damaged.
- Check the connection to your TV (page 17) and switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen.
Set "LINE" in "SCREEN SETUP" to an item appropriate for your system (page 82).
The disc is dirty or flawed.
If the picture output from your player goes through your VCR to get to your TV or if you are connected to a combination TV/VIDEO player, the copy-protection signal applied to some DVD programmes could affect picture quality. If you still experience problems even when you connect your player directly to your TV, try connecting your player to your TV's SVIDEO input (page 17).
The disc is recorded in a colour system that is different from your TV.
You have selected "PROGRESSIVE (AUTO)" or "PROGRESSIVE (VIDEO)" using the PROGRESSIVE button on the front panel (the PROGRESSIVE indicator lights up) even though your TV cannot accept the progressive signal. In this case, select "NORMAL (INTERLACE)" so that the PROGRESSIVE indicator turns off.

Even if your TV is compatible with progressive format 525p / 625p signals, the image may be affected when you set the player to progressive format. In this case, select "NORMAL (INTERLACE)" using the PROGRESSIVE button on the front panel display so that the PROGRESSIVE indicator turns off and the player is set to normal (interlace) format.
If you set "LINE" to "RGB" in "SCREEN SETUP" (page 28, 82), the player outputs no component video signals.
The VIDEO OFF function takes effect (DVD-NS955V only).

The picture does not fill the screen, even though the aspect ratio is set in "TV TYPE" under "SCREEN SETUP."

The aspect ratio of the disc is fixed on your DVD.

The picture is black and white.

Set "LINE" in "SCREEN SETUP" to an item appropriate for your TV (page 82).
Depending on the TV, the picture on the screen becomes black and white when you play a disc recorded in the NTSC colour system.
If you are using a SCART cord, be sure to use one that is fully wired (21-pins).

Sound

There is no sound.

Re-connect the connecting cord securely.
The connecting cord is damaged.
The player is connected to the wrong input jack on the amplifier (receiver) (page 24, 25, 26).
The amplifier (receiver) input is not correctly set.
The player is in pause mode or in Slow-motion Play mode.
The player is in fast forward or fast reverse mode.
If the audio signal does not come through the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack, check the audio settings (page 85).
Super Audio CD audio signals are not output from the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack.

While playing a Super VCD on which the audio track 2 is not recorded, no sound will come out when you select "2:STEREO," "2:1/L," or "2:2/R."

Sound distortion occurs.

Set "AUDIO ATT" in "AUDIO SETUP" to "ON" (page 85).

The sound volume is low.

The sound volume is low on some DVDs. The sound volume may improve if you set "AUDIO DRC" in "AUDIO SETUP" to "TV MODE" (page 85).
Set "AUDIO ATT" in "AUDIO SETUP" to "OFF" (page 85).

The surround effect is difficult to hear when you are playing a Dolby Digital, MPEG audio, or DTS sound track.

Check the speaker connections and setting (page 26, 28, 86).
The 5.1 channel sound is not recorded on the disc being played.

The sound comes from the centre speaker only.

Depending on the disc, the sound may come from the centre speaker only.
Set the surround mode setting to "OFF" (page 54).

Operation

The remote does not function.

The batteries in the remote are weak.
There are obstacles between the remote and the player.
The distance between the remote and the player is too far.
The remote is not pointed at the remote sensor on the player.

The disc does not play.

The disc is turned over. Insert the disc with the playback side facing down.
The disc is skewed.
The player cannot play certain discs (page 7).
The region code on the DVD does not match the player.
Moisture has condensed inside the player (page 3).
The player cannot play a recorded disc that is not correctly finalized (page 7).

The MP3 audio track cannot be played (page 63).

The DATA CD is not recorded in an MP3 format that conforms to ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2 or Joliet.
The MP3 audio track does not have the extension“.MP3.”
The data is not formatted in MP3 even though it has the extension“.MP3.”
The data is not MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 data.
The player cannot play audio tracks in MP3PRO format.
- "MODE (MP3, JPEG)" is set to "IMAGE (JPEG)" (page 67).
The DATA CD contains a DivX video file.
This player cannot play MP3 audio tracks recorded on DATA DVDs.

The JPEG image file cannot be played (page 63).

The DATA CD is not recorded in a JPEG format that conforms to ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, or Joliet.
The file has an extension other than "JPEG" or "JPG."
The image is larger than 3072 (width) × 2048 (height) in normal mode, or more than 3,300,000 pixels in progressive JPEG. (Some progressive JPEG files cannot be displayed even if the file size is within this specified capacity.)
The image does not fit the screen (the image is reduced).
- "MODE (MP3, JPEG)" is set to "AUDIO (MP3)" (page 67).
The DATA CD contains a DivX video file.
This player cannot play JPEG image files recorded on DATA DVDs.

The MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files start playing simultaneously.

• "MODE (MP3, JPEG)" is set to "AUTO." (page 67).

The DivX video file cannot be played.

The file is not created in DivX format.
The file has an extension other than“.AVI” or“.DIVX.”
The DATA CD (DiviX video)/DATA DVD is not created in a DivX format that conforms to ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2 or Joliet/UDF.
The DivX video file is larger than 720 (width) × 576 (height).

The album/track/file names are not displayed correctly.

The player can only display numbers and alphabet. Other characters are displayed as *

The disc does not start playing from the beginning.

Programme Play, Shuffle Play, Repeat Play, or A-B Repeat Play is selected (page 39).
Resume play has taken effect (page 34).

The player starts playing the disc automatically.

The disc features an auto playback function.
"AUTO PLAY" in "CUSTOM SETUP" is set to "ON" (page 83).

Playback stops automatically.

While playing discs with an auto pause signal, the player stops playback at the auto pause signal.

Some functions such as Stop, Search, Slow-motion Play, Repeat Play, Shuffle Play, or Programme Play cannot be performed.

Depending on the disc, you may not be able to do some of the operations above. Refer to the operating manual that comes with the disc.

The language for the sound track cannot be changed.

Try using the DVD's menu instead of the direct selection button on the remote (page 35).
Multilingual tracks are not recorded on the DVD being played.
The DVD prohibits the changing of the language for the sound track.

The subtitle language cannot be changed or turned off.

Try using the DVD's menu instead of the direct selection button on the remote (page 35).
Multilingual subtitles are not recorded on the DVD being played.
The DVD prohibits the changing of subtitles.

The angles cannot be changed.

Try using the DVD's menu instead of the direct selection button on the remote (page 35).
Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD being played.
The angle can only be changed when the "O" indicator lights up on the front panel display (page 10).
The DVD prohibits changing of the angles.

The player does not operate properly.

When static electricity, etc., causes the player to operate abnormally, unplug the player.

Nothing is displayed in the front panel display.

"DISPLAY" in "CUSTOM SETUP" is set to "OFF" or "AUTO OFF." Set "DISPLAY" to any setting other than "OFF" or "AUTO OFF" (page 83). (DVP-NS955V only)

5 numbers or letters are displayed on the screen and on the front panel display.

The self-diagnosis function was activated. (See the table on page 93.)

The disc tray does not open and "LOCKED" appears on the front panel display.

Child Lock is set (page 33).

The disc tray does not open and "TRAY LOCKED" appears on the front panel display.

Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

"Data error" appears on the TV screen when playing a DATA CD or DATA DVD

The MP3 audio track/JPEG image file/ DivX video file you want to play is broken.
The data is not MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 data.
The JPEG image file format does not conform to DCF (page 62).
The JPEG image file has the extension "JPG" or "JPEG," but is not in JPEG format.
The file you want to play has the extension "AVI" or ".DIVX" but is not in DivX format, or is in DivX format but does not conform to a DivX certified profile.

Self-diagnosis Function

(When letters/numbers appear in the display)

When the self-diagnosis function is activated to prevent the player from malfunctioning, a five-character service number (e.g., C 13 50) with a combination of a letter and four digits appears on the screen and the front panel display. In this case, check the following table.

First three characters of the service number	Cause and/or corrective action
C 13	The disc is dirty or recorded in a format that this player cannot play (page 7).→Clean the disc with a soft cloth or check its format (page 8).
C 31	The disc is not inserted correctly.→Re-insert the disc correctly.
E XX(xx is a number)	To prevent a malfunction, the player has performed the self-diagnosis function.→Contact your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and give the 5-character service number. Example: E 61 10

Glossary

Album (page 62, 64)

A unit in which to store JPEG image files or MP3 audio tracks on a DATA CD. ("Album" is an exclusive definition for this player.)

Chapter (page 10)

Sections of a picture or a music feature that are smaller than titles. A title is composed of several chapters. Depending on the disc, no chapters may be recorded.

DivX® (page 70)

Digital video technology created by DivXNetworks, Inc. Videos encoded with DivX technology are among the highest quality with a relatively small file size.

Dolby Digital (page 21, 86)

Digital audio compression technology developed by Dolby Laboratories. This technology conforms to multi-channel surround sound. The rear channel is stereo and there is a discrete subwoofer channel in this format. Dolby Digital provides the same discrete channels of high quality digital audio found in "Dolby Digital" theatre surround sound systems. 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.

Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) (page 21)

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, centre and rear signals. The rear channel is monaural.

DTS (page 21, 86)

Digital audio compression technology that Digital Theater Systems, Inc. developed. This technology conforms to multi-channel surround sound. The rear channel is stereo and there is a discrete subwoofer channel in this format. DTS provides the same discrete channels of high quality digital audio.

Good channel separation is realized because all of the channel data is recorded discretely and little deterioration is realized because all channel data processing is digital.

DVDVIDEO (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 of a CD. The data capacity of a double-layer and single-sided DVD is 8.5

GB, a single-layer and double-sided DVD is 9.4 GB, and double-layer and double-sided DVD is 17 GB.

The picture data uses the MPEG 2 format, a worldwide standard of digital compression technology. The picture data is compressed to about 1/40 (average) of its original size. The DVD also uses a variable rate coding technology that changes the data to be allocated according to the status of the picture. Audio information is recorded in a multi-channel format, such as Dolby Digital, allowing you to enjoy a more realistic audio presence.

Furthermore, various advanced functions such as the multi-angle, multilingual, and Parental Control functions are provided with the DVD.

DVD-RW (page 6)

A DVD-RW is a recordable and rewritable disc that is the same size as a DVD VIDEO. The DVD-RW has two different modes: VR mode and Video mode. DVD-RWs created in Video mode have the same format as a DVD VIDEO, while discs created in VR (Video Recording) mode allow the contents to be programmed or edited.

DVD+RW (page 6)

A DVD+RW (plus RW) is a recordable and rewritable disc. DVD+RWs use a recording format that is comparable to the DVD VIDEO format.

File (page 62, 65)

A JPEG image recorded on a DATA CD or a DivX video on a DATA CD/DATA DVD ("File" is an exclusive definition for this player.) A single file consists of a single image or movie.

Film based software, Video based software (page 19)

DVDs can be classified as Film based or Video based software. Film based DVDs contain the same images (24 frames per second) that are shown at movie theatres. Video based DVDs, such as television dramas or sit-coms, displays images at 30 frames/60 fields (24 frames/50 fields) per second.

MPEG audio (page 21, 86)

International standard coding system used to compress audio digital signals authorized by ISO/IEC. MPEG 1 conforms to up to 2-channel stereo. MPEG 2, used on DVDs, conforms to up to 7.1-channel surround.

Normal (Interlace) format (page 19)

Normal (Interlace) format shows every other line of an image as a single "field" and is the standard method for displaying images on television. The even number field shows the even numbered lines of an image, and the odd numbered field shows the odd numbered lines of an image.

Progressive format (page 19)

Compared to the Interlace format that alternately shows every other line of an image (field) to create one frame, the Progressive format shows the entire image at once as a single frame. This means that while the Interlace format can show 25 or 30 frames (50-60 fields) in one second, the Progressive format can show 50-60 frames in one second. The overall picture quality increases and still images, text, and horizontal lines appear sharper. This player is compatible with the 525 or 625 progressive format.

Progressive JPEG

Progressive JPEGs are used mostly on the internet. They are different from other JPEGs in that they "fade in" gradually instead of being drawn from top to bottom when displayed on a browser. This lets you view the image while it is being downloaded.

Scene (page 10)

On a VIDEO CD with PBC (playback control) functions, the menu screens, moving pictures and still pictures are divided into sections called "scenes."

Super Audio CD (page 6)

A Super Audio CD disc can reproduce sounds that are extremely faithful to the original sound by use of DSD (Direct Stream Digital) technology. This technology utilizes a sampling frequency of 2.8224MHz , which is 64 times that of a conventional CD, and 1-bit quantization that enables the disc to hold 4 times the amount of information that a standard PCM format CD can hold. Super Audio CDs are divided into the following types.

• Super Audio CD (single layer disc) This disc consists of a single HD layer. High density signal layer for the Super Audio CD

• Super Audio CD (dual layer disc) This disc consists of dual HD layers and is capable of extended play over long periods.

Also, as the dual layer disc consists of dual HD layers on one side only, you do not have to turn the disc over during playback.

• Super Audio CD + CD (Hybrid disc) This disc consists of an HD layer and a CD layer. Also, as the dual layers are on one side only, you do not have to turn the disc over during playback. You can play the CD layer using a conventional CD player.

• 2 channel + Multi-channel Super Audio CD This disc consists of the 2 channel playback area and the multi-channel playback area.

Title (page 13)

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 13)

Sections of a picture or a music feature on a VIDEO CD, CD or DATA CD (the length of a song). ("Track" in DATA CD is an exclusive definition for this player.)

Video Index (VIDEO CD) (page 13)

A number that divides a track into sections to easily locate the point you want on a VIDEO CD. Depending on the disc, no index may be recorded.

Specifications

System

Laser: Semiconductor laser

Signal format system: PAL/(NTSC)

Audio characteristics

Frequency response: DVD VIDEO (PCM 96 kHz): 2 Hz to 44 kHz (44 kHz: -2 dB ±1 dB)/Super Audio CD: 2 Hz to 100 kHz (50 kHz: -3 dB ±1 dB)/CD: 2 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.5 dB)

Signal-to-noise ratio (S/N ratio): 115 dB (LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks only)

Harmonic distortion: 0.003%

Dynamic range: DVD VIDEO/Super Audio CD: 103 dB/CD: 99 dB

Wow and flutter: Less than detected value (± 0.001%) W PEAK)

Outputs

(Jack name: Jack type/Output level/Load impedance)

LINE OUT (AUDIO): Phono jack/2 Vrms/10 kilohms

5.1CH OUTPUT: Phono jack/2 Vrms/ 10 kilohms

DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL): Optical output jack/-18 dBm (wave length 660 nm)

DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL): Phono jack/ 0.5 Vp-p/75 ohms

LINE OUT (VIDEO): Phono jack/1.0 Vp-p/ 75 ohms

SVIDEO OUT: 4-pin mini DIN/Y: 1.0 Vp-p, C: 0.3 Vp-p (PAL), 0.286 Vp-p (NTSC)/75 ohms

COMPONENTVIDEO OUT (Y,P_B / C_B P_R / C_R) :Phono jack/Y: 1.0Vp - p P_B / C_B Pr / Cr .. 0.7Vp - p / 75 ohms

General

Power requirements: 220 - 240VAC,50 / 60Hz

Power consumption:

DVP-NS955V: 14 W

DVP-LS785V:13W

Dimensions (approx.):

DVP-NS955V: 430× 55.5× 237mm

DVP-LS785V: 430 × 55.5 × 245 ~mm (width/height/depth) incl. projecting parts

Mass (approx.):

DVP-NS955V: 2.3kg

DVP-LS785V: 2.1kg

Operating temperature: 5^ to 35^

Operating humidity: 25% to 80%

Supplied accessories

See page 16.

Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.

Language Code List

For details, see pages 52, 57, 81.

The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.

Code Language		Code Language		Code Language		Code Language
1027	Afar	1183	Irish	1347	Maori	1507	Samoan
1028	Abkhazian	1186	Scotts Gaelic	1349	Macedonian	1508	Shona
1032	Afrikaans	1194	Galician	1350	Malayalam	1509	Somali
1039	Amharic	1196	Guarani	1352	Mongolian	1511	Albanian
1044	Arabic	1203	Gujarati	1353	Moldavian	1512	Serbian
1045	Assamese	1209	Hausa	1356	Marathi	1513	Siswati
1051	Aymara	1217	Hindi	1357	Malay	1514	Sesotho
1052	Azerbaijani	1226	Croatian	1358	Maltese	1515	Sundanese
1053	Bashkir	1229	Hungarian	1363	Burmese	1516	Swedish
1057	Byelorussian	1233	Armenian	1365	Nauru	1517	Swahili
1059	Bulgarian	1235	Interlingua	1369	Nepali	1521	Tamil
1060	Bihari	1239	Interlingue	1376	Dutch	1525	Telugu
1061	Bislama	1245	Inupiak	1379	Norwegian	1527	Tajik
1066	Bengali;	1248	Indonesian	1393	Occitan	1528	Thai
	Bangla	1253	Icelandic	1403	(Afam)Oromo	1529	Tigrinya
1067	Tibetan	1254	Italian	1408	Oriya	1531	Turkmen
1070	Breton	1257	Hebrew	1417	Punjabi	1532	Tagalog
1079	Catalan	1261	Japanese	1428	Polish	1534	Setswana
1093	Corsican	1269	Yiddish	1435	Pashto;	1535	Tonga
1097	Czech	1283	Javanese		Pushto	1538	Turkish
1103	Welsh	1287	Georgian	1436	Portuguese	1539	Tsonga
1105	Danish	1297	Kazakh	1463	Quechua	1540	Tatar
1109	German	1298	Greenlandic	1481	Rhaeto-	1543	Twi
1130	Bhutani	1299	Cambodian		Romance	1557	Ukrainian
1142	Greek	1300	Kannada	1482	Kirundi	1564	Urdu
1144	English	1301	Korean	1483	Romanian	1572	Uzbek
1145	Esperanto	1305	Kashmiri	1489	Russian	1581	Vietnamese
1149	Spanish	1307	Kurdish	1491	Kinyarwanda	1587	Volapük
1150	Estonian	1311	Kirghiz	1495	Sanskrit	1613	Wolof
1151	Basque	1313	Latin	1498	Sindhi	1632	Xhosa
1157	Persian	1326	Lingala	1501	Sangho	1665	Yoruba
1165	Finnish	1327	Laothian	1502	Serbo-	1684	Chinese
1166	Fiji	1332	Lithuanian		Croatian	1697	Zulu
1171	Faroese	1334	Latvian;	1503	Singhalese
1174	French		Lettish	1505	Slovak
1181	Frisian	1345	Malagasy	1506	Slovenian	1703	Not specified

Index

Numerics

16:9 82

4:3 LETTER BOX 82

4:3 OUTPUT 83

4:3 PAN SCAN 82

48kHz/96kHz PCM 86

5.1 Channel Surround 21, 26, 53

A

A-B REPEAT 42

ALBUM 46

Album 62, 94

ANGLE 57

AUDIO 52,81

AUDIO ATT 85

AUDIO DRC 85

AUDIO FILTER 85

AUDIO SETUP 85

AUTO PLAY 83

AV ALIGNMENT 61

B

BACKGROUND 82

Batteries 16

C

CD7,32

CHAPTER 46

Chapter 94

CHAPTER VIEWER 47

Checking the audio signal format 53

Child Lock 33

Connecting 17

Continuous play CD/VIDEO CD/Super Audio

CD 32

DVD 32

Control Menu 13

CUSTOM 80

CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL 73

CUSTOM PICTURE MODE 58

CUSTOM SETUP 83

D

DATA CD 6, 62, 70

DATA DVD 6, 70

DATE 66

DCS (Digital Cinema Sound) 55

DIGITAL OUT 85

Digital output 86

DIMMER 84

DISPLAY 83

Display

Control Menu Display 13

Front panel display 10

Setup Display 80

DISTANCE 88

DivX 70,84

DOLBY DIGITAL 26,52, 86,94

DOWNMIX 85

DTS 26, 52, 86, 94

DVD 6,32,94

DVD + RW 33,95

DVD's menu 35

DVD-RW6,36,94

E

EFFECT 68

F

Fast forward 44

Fast reverse 44

FILE 46

File 95

Film based software 95

Freeze Frame 45

Front panel display 10

H

Handling discs 8

Hooking up 16

1

INDEX 46

Index 96

Instant Advance 33

Instant Replay 33

Interlace format 95

INTERVAL 68

J

JPEG 62

L

LANGUAGE SETUP 81

LEVEL 88

LINE 82

Locating

a specific point by watching the TV screen 44

M

MEMORY 59

MENU 81

MODE (MP3, JPEG) 67

MP36,62

MPEG26,52,86,95

MULTI/2CH 37

MULTI-DISC RESUME 34, 84

N

NORMAL (INTERLACE) 19

Normal (Interlace) format 95

0

On-screen display

Control Menu Display 13

Setup Display 80

ORIGINAL 36

ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST 36

OSD 81

P

PARENTAL CONTROL 73

PAUSE MODE 84

PBCPlayback38

PICTURE MODE 58

PICTURE NAVIGATION 47, 65

PLAY LIST 36

Playback Dial 9, 44, 45

PLAYBACK MEMORY 84

PROLOGIC25,94

PROGRAM 39

Programme Play 39

PROGRESSIVE AUTO 19

Progressive format 95

PROGRESSIVEVIDEO 19

Q

QUICK 81

Quick Setup 28, 81

R

Remote 16, 77

REPEAT 41

Repeat Play 41

RESET 81

Resume 33

S

Scan 44

SCENE 46

Scene 95

SCREENSAVER82

SCREEN SETUP 82

SEARCH MODE 46

Searching 44

SETUP 80

Setup Display 80

SHARPNESS 60

SHUFFLE 40

Shuffle Play 40

SIZE 87

Slide Show 66

Slow-motion Play 45

SPEAKER SETUP 87
Speakers Hooking up 21
SUBTITLE 57,81
Super Audio CDs 6,21,37, 95
SURROUND 21,54

TEST TONE 89
TIME/TEXT 46, 49
TITLE 46
Title 96
TITLE VIEWER 47
TOP MENU 35
TRACK 46
Track 96
TRACK SELECTION 84
TRACK VIEWER 47
Troubleshooting 90
TV TYPE 82
TVS 54

U Usable discs 7

Video based software 95
VIDEO CD 6, 32
VIDEO OFF 32

Z ZOOM 33,65

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