The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DVP-NS3100ES Serial No.______________...
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. For the customers in the U.S.A. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence...
Wait for 10 seconds, then press ?/1 to turn off the player. The player enters standby mode. Disconnect the AC power cord. If you have any questions or problems concerning your player, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Table of Contents WARNING ........... . 2 Notes About the Discs .
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Enjoying MP3 Audio and JPEG Images About MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image Files ..... 55 Playing MP3 Audio Tracks or JPEG Image Files..... . 56 Enjoying JPEG Images as a Slide Show .
About This Manual • 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-Rs, DVD-RWs, DVD+Rs, and DVD+RWs.
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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, no region code indication may be labeled even though playing the DVD VIDEO is prohibited by area restrictions.
Index to Parts and Controls For more information, see the pages in parentheses. Front panel The brightness of the indicators is linked to the dimmer function . When you select (page 10) “DARK,” “AUTO DARK,” or “FL OFF” by pressing DIMMER, the indicators become dark. A [/1 (on/standby) button (30) B VIDEO OFF button/indicator (30) C DIMMER button/indicator (10)
Front panel display When playing back a DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW Lights up when the player outputs progressive signals (71) Lights up when playing the multi-channel playback on DVD VIDEOs Current title and chapter (46) Disc type When playing back a VIDEO CD with Playback Control (PBC) (35) Lights up when the player outputs progressive signals (71) Disc type...
When playing back a DATA CD (MP3 audio) Lights up when the player outputs progressive signals (71) Disc type * This player is based on version 1.1 of High- Definition Multimedia Interface Specifications. This DVD player incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
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Remote A TV/DVD switch (66) B Z OPEN/CLOSE button (31) C Number buttons (33) The number 5 button has a tactile dot.* D CLEAR button (37) E TOP MENU button (33) F C/X/x/c buttons (33) G O RETURN button (31) (35) STEP/REPLAY button (31)(41) I .
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 1 Control Menu display 2* Control Menu display off * The Control Menu display 2 may not be displayed depending on the disc type.
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List of Control Menu items Item Item Name, Function, Relevant Disc Type TITLE (page 42)/SCENE (page 42)/TRACK (page 42) Selects the title, scene, or track to be played. CHAPTER (page 42)/INDEX (page 42) Selects the chapter or index to be played. ALBUM (page 42) Selects the album to be played.
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SETUP (page 68) QUICK Setup 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 speakers you are using. CUSTOM Setup In addition to the Quick Setup setting, you can adjust various other settings. RESET Returns the settings in “SETUP”...
Hookups 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. •...
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When you have more than one Sony DVD player If the supplied remote interferes with your other Sony DVD player, change the command mode setting for this player and the supplied remote to one that differs from the other Sony DVD player.
Step 3: Connecting the Video/HDMI 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 pictures with a compatible TV, projector, or monitor, you must use pattern C.
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A If you are connecting to a video input jack Connect the yellow plug of the audio/video cord (supplied) to the yellow (video) jacks. You will enjoy standard quality images. Yellow (Video) White (L) Red (R) Use the red and white plugs to connect to the audio input jacks (page 21). (Do this if you are connecting to a TV only.) B If you are connecting to an S VIDEO input jack Connect an S VIDEO cord (not supplied).
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• If the picture appears too white when you are using A or B connection, set “BLACK LEVEL” in “SCREEN SETUP” to “OFF” (page 71). • If you are connecting to an HDMI jack, use a Sony HDMI cord (not supplied). Connect...
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, Components to be connected Stereo amplifier (receiver) and two speakers MD deck/DAT deck...
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Connecting to your TV This connection will use your TV’s speakers for sound. CD/DVD player CONTROL S COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO VIDEO HDMI OUT (white) AUDIO OUT (red) (yellow)* to AUDIO OUT L/R 1 or 2 l : Signal flow * The yellow plug is used for video signals (page 17).
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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 (receiver) has a digital input jack, or when connecting to an MD deck or DAT deck, use In this case, you can also connect the player directly to the MD deck or DAT deck without using your stereo amplifier (receiver).
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Connecting to an AV amplifier (receiver) having a Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) decoder and 3 to 6 speakers You can enjoy the Dolby Surround effects only when playing Dolby Surround audio or multi- channel audio (Dolby Digital) discs. If your amplifier (receiver) has L and R audio input jacks only, use (receiver) has a digital input jack, use CD/DVD player CONTROL S...
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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 If you want to use the Dolby Digital, or DTS decoder function on your AV amplifier (receiver), connect to its digital jack using a more realistic audio presence in the comfort of your own home.
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: Connecting to the 5.1ch input jacks You can enjoy 5.1ch surround sound using the internal Dolby Digital, DTS, or Super Audio CD Multi decoder of this player. : Connecting to a digital jack This connection will allow you to use the Dolby Digital, or DTS decoder function of your AV amplifier (receiver).
Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord Plug the power cords of the player and TV into an AC outlet. 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 .. Turn on the TV.
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Press ENTER. The Setup Display for selecting the aspect ratio of the TV to be connected appears. SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: HDMI RESOLUTION: SCREEN SAVER: 4:3 LETTER BOX BACKGROUND: 4:3 PAN SCAN BLACK LEVEL: BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT) COMPONENT OUT: 4:3 OUTPUT: Press X/x to select the setting that matches your TV type.
AUDIO SETUP (DIGITAL OUT) DIGITAL OUT: DOLBY DIGITAL: DTS: 48kHz/96kHz PCM: • D-PCM (page 74) • DOLBY DIGITAL (only if the amplifier (receiver) has a Dolby Digital decoder) (page 74) Press X/x to select the type of DTS signal sent to your amplifier (receiver).
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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 22 to 25 ( through ). Each of these is the default setting and does not need to be adjusted when you first connect the player.
Playing Discs Playing Discs Depending on the disc, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your disc. Disc tray VIDEO OFF Z OPEN/ CLOSE Turn on your TV. Press [/1. The player turns on. Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen.
Additional operations A OPEN/ CLOSE Z OPEN/ CLOSE CLEAR ZOOM Operation Press x. Stop Press X. Pause Resume play after Press X or H. pause Go to the next chapter, On the player: Turn the ./> track, or scene in continuous play mode dial clockwise.
Resuming Playback From the Point Where You Stopped the Disc Resume) 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.
Using the DVD’s Menu 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 the language for the subtitles and the language for the sound, select these...
Press X/x to select the setting. • PLAY LIST: plays the titles created from “ORIGINAL.” • ORIGINAL: plays the titles originally recorded. Press ENTER. To turn off the Control Menu Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu is turned off. Selecting a Playback Area for a Super Audio MULTI/2CH...
Press SA-CD MULTI/2CH repeatedly to select an 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 selecting a multi- channel playback area. z Hint You can also select “MULTI/2CH”...
z Hint To play without using PBC, press ./> while the player is stopped to select a track, then press H 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.
Selecting the disc mode (ALL ALBUMS or ONE ALBUM) You can play one album or all of the albums in the disc. Before setting Shuffle Play or Repeat Play, you must select whether to apply these play modes to ONE ALBUM or to ALL ALBUMS of the discs.
PROGRAM ALL CLEAR 1. TITLE – – 2. TITLE – – 3. TITLE – – 4. TITLE – – 5. TITLE – – 6. TITLE – – 7. TITLE – – Next, press X/x or the number buttons to select “03” under “C,” then press ENTER.
Press X/x to select (SHUFFLE), then press ENTER. The options for “SHUFFLE” appear. 1 0 ( 1 2 ) 0 : 1 7 TRACK Press X/x to select the item to be shuffled. ◆ When playing a Super Audio CD or CD •...
Repeating a specific portion (A- B Repeat Play) You can play a specific portion of a title, chapter or track repeatedly. (This function is useful when you want to memorize lyrics, etc.) Press DISPLAY repeatedly until (A-B REPEAT) appears on the Control Menu during playback.
Searching for a Scene Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc (Scan, Slow-motion Play, Freeze Frame) You can quickly locate a particular point on a disc by monitoring the picture or playing back slowly. Note Depending on the DVD/VIDEO CD, you may not be able to do some of the operations described.
Searching for a Title/ Chapter/Track/Scene, etc. You can search a DVD by title or chapter, and you can search a VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD/CD 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.
Press ENTER. The player starts playback from the selected number. To search for a scene using the time code (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW/Super Audio CD/CD /VIDEO CD without PBC function only) In step 2, select TIME/TEXT. “T ** : ** : ** ” (playing time of the current title) is selected.
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Press C/X/x/c to select a title, chapter, or track, and press ENTER. Playback starts. To return to normal play Press DISPLAY or O RETURN. z Hint If there are more than nine titles, chapters, or tracks, V is displayed at the bottom right of the screen. To display subsequent titles, chapters, or tracks, select a scene on the bottom row (located at box 7, 8 ,9) and press x.
Viewing Information About the Disc Checking the Playing Time and Remaining Time 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 or track name (MP3 audio) recorded on the disc.
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To check DATA CD (MP3 audio) bit rate, album name, or track name Press TIME/TEXT while playing an MP3 audio track on a DATA CD. You can display the name of an album/track and the audio bit rate (the amount of data per second of the current audio) on your TV screen.
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When playing a VIDEO CD (without PBC functions), Super Audio CD, or CD Track playing time and current track and index number Remaining time of the current track Playing time of the disc Remaining time of the disc Text When playing a DATA CD (MP3 audio) Track playing time and current album and track number Track name...
Sound Adjustments Changing the Sound When playing a DVD recorded in multiple audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital, or DTS), you can change the audio format. If the DVD is recorded with multilingual tracks, you can also change the language. With CDs, DATA CDs, or VIDEO CDs, you can select the sound from the right or left channel and listen to the sound of the selected channel through both the right and left...
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Displaying the disc’s audio information Press DISPLAY during playback to display the Control Menu. Select “AUDIO” using X/ x. The channels being played are displayed on the screen. For example, in Dolby Digital format, multiple signals ranging from monaural to 5.1 channel signals can be recorded on a DVD VIDEO.
Enjoying Movies Changing the Angles If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on the DVD VIDEO, “ANGLE” appears in the front panel display. This means that you can change the viewing angle. Press ANGLE during playback. The number of the angle appears on the display.
Adjusting the Playback Picture (VIDEO CONTROL) You can adjust the video signal of a DVD, VIDEO CD, or JPEG Image files from the player to obtain the picture quality you want. Choose the setting that best suits the program you are watching. When you select “MEMORY,”...
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• PROGRESSIVE 1: Sets a threshold at which the player determines the progressive conversion method. The player automatically detects whether the software is video based or film based, and converts the video signals in the corresponding progressive conversion method. When the set point is closer to “VIDEO,”...
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z Hints • To reset the picture items to the default settings, press c after step 4 to select “RESET” in Video Control display 2 and press ENTER. • You can skip the adjustment without saving by pressing X/x in step 2. •...
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Press C/c to adjust the brightness level of the area that you selected. C decreases the level (darkens the area), and c increases the level (lightens the area). The level can be adjusted between 16 and 235. The level for the dark areas can never be greater than the light areas.
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. The sampling frequencies of playable MP3 files are 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz.
When you insert a DATA CD and press H, 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 D so 4 is played before 5.) In the list of albums on the Control Menu (page 57), the album names are arranged in...
Selecting an album Press DISPLAY. The Control Menu appears. Press X/x to select (ALBUM), then press ENTER. The list of albums on the disc appears. 1 : ROOT 2 : first_layer 3 : second_layer 4 : third_layer 5 : fourth_layer Press X/x to select the album you want to play, then press ENTER.
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Press C/X/x/c 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 C/c during playback. You can select the first file of the next album by pressing c during playback of the last file of the current album.
Selecting the playback mode for a DATA CD (MODE (MP3, JPEG)) When you play DATA CDs that contain MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files, you can select to play the MP3 audio tracks or the JPEG image files. Press DISPLAY in stop mode. The Control Menu appears.
Setting the pace for a slide show (INTERVAL) You can set the time the slides are displayed on the screen. Press DISPLAY twice. The Control Menu appears. Press X/x to select (INTERVAL), then press ENTER. The options for “INTERVAL” appear. NORMAL NORMAL FAST...
Using Various Additional Functions Labeling the Disc (Disc Memo) You can label the disc with a personal title of 20 characters (Disc Memo) (when DVD/ Super Audio CD/VIDEO CD/CD text is not recorded on the disc). The Disc Memo can be anything you like, such as a title, musician’s name, category or date of purchase.
To insert a character Press . or > to move the cursor to the insertion point or the character you want to correct in step 5 or 6 of “Labeling a disc.” Select a correct character by pressing C/ X/x/c. To insert a character, press ENTER.
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Press X/x to select (PARENTAL CONTROL), then press ENTER. The options for “PARENTAL CONTROL” appear. ( 2 4 ) PLAYER PASSWORD Press X/x to select “ON t,” then press ENTER. ◆ If you have not entered a password The display for registering a new password appears.
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Press X/x to select (PARENTAL CONTROL), then press ENTER. The options for “PARENTAL CONTROL” appear. ( 2 4 ) PLAYER PASSWORD Press X/x to select “PLAYER t,” then press ENTER. ◆ If you have not entered a password The display for registering a new password appears.
To play a disc for which Parental Control is Insert the disc and press H. The display for entering your password appears. Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER. The player starts playback. z Hint If you forget your password, press CLOSE to open the disc tray and repeat steps 1 to 3 of “Parental Control (limited playback).”...
Turns the TV on or off Adjusts the volume of the TV Selects the channel of the TV Switches to or from the wide mode of a Sony wide TV Switches the TV’s input source between the TV and other input sources...
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Technics 97, 98 Yamaha 94, 95, 96 * If you cannot control the volume of your Sony AV amplifier (receiver) with the remote, try entering the code number 91, and change the command mode of your amplifier (receiver) to “COMMAND MODE [AV1]” (not all amplifiers have this option).
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 69 to 77.
Press X/x to select a setting, then press ENTER. The setting is selected and setup is complete. Example: “4:3LETTER BOX” Selected setting SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: 4:3 LETTER BOX HDMI RESOLUTION: SCREEN SAVER: JACKET PICTURE BACKGROUND: BLACK LEVEL: BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT) COMPONENT OUT: 4:3 OUTPUT:...
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” on page 68. The default settings are underlined. SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: HDMI RESOLUTION: SCREEN SAVER:...
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◆ BACKGROUND Selects the background color or picture on the TV screen in stop mode or while playing a Super Audio CD, CD, or DATA CD (MP3 audio). JACKET The jacket picture (still picture) PICTURE appears, but only when the jacket picture is already recorded on the disc (DVD, etc.).
Custom Settings SETUP) Use this to make playback related adjustments and other settings. Select “CUSTOM SETUP” in the Setup Display. To use the display, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 68). The default settings are underlined. CUSTOM SETUP CUSTOM SETUP AUTO POWER OFF: AUTO POWER OFF: AUTO PLAY:...
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 68). The default settings are underlined. AUDIO SETUP AUDIO ATT: AUDIO DRC:...
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◆ DIGITAL OUT (except Super Audio CD) Selects if audio signals are output via the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) jack. Normally select this position. The influence of the digital circuit upon the analog circuit is minimal.If you are using the HDMI OUT jack, PCM sound will be output depending on the connected equipment.
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.
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• SUBWOOFER 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 • If your speakers are too small to reproduce low bass frequencies, utilize a subwoofer for low frequency sound.
◆ 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.
Should any problem persist, reset the player or reconnect the power cord. If the problem still persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Power The power is not turned on. , Check that the AC power cord is connected securely.
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No sound is output from the HDMI OUT jack , The HDMI OUT jack is connected to a DVI device (DVI jacks do not accept audio signals). , The HDMI OUT jack does not output Super Audio CD sound. , The VIDEO OFF function is set to on. , Set “AUDIO (HDMI)”...
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, Child Lock is set (page 31). 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.
Glossary Chapter (page 9, 13, 42) 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. Dolby Digital (page 24, 74) Digital audio compression technology developed by Dolby Laboratories.
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HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) HDMI is an interface that supports both video and audio on a single digital connection. The HDMI connection carries standard to high definition video signals and multi-channel audio signals to AV components such as HDMI equipped TVs, in digital form without degradation.
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• Film based software conversion Film shows an image by displaying an entire image at 24 frames per second. When you watch a film on television, the television displays every other line of the frame as a field, thus reducing information level and the clarity of the film image.
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A Super Audio CD layer consists of the 2 channel area or the multi-channel area. • 2 channel area: An area in which 2 channel stereo tracks are recorded • Multi-channel area: An area in which multi-channel (up to 5.1 channels) tracks are recorded 2 channel area Multi channel area...
See page 15. Specifications and design are subject to change without notice. NERGY As an NERGY Corporation has determined that this product meets the energy efficiency. × 14 in.) (width/height/depth) ° is a U.S. registered mark. Partner, Sony NERGY guidelines for...
Language Code List For details, see pages 48, 50, 69. The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard. Code Language 1027 Afar 1028 Abkhazian 1032 Afrikaans 1039 Amharic 1044 Arabic 1045 Assamese 1051 Aymara 1052 Azerbaijani 1053 Bashkir 1057 Byelorussian 1059 Bulgarian 1060 Bihari...
Index Numerics 16:9 70 4:3 LETTER BOX 70 4:3 OUTPUT 71 4:3 PAN SCAN 70 48 kHz/96 kHz PCM 74 5.1 Channel Surround 20 A-B REPEAT 40 Advance 31 ADVANCED 47 ALBUM 42 Album 55 ANGLE 50 AUDIO 48 AUDIO ATT 73 AUDIO DRC 73 AUDIO FILTER 73 AUDIO SETUP 73...
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TITLE 13 Title 9 TITLE VIEWER 43 TOP MENU 33 TRACK 13 Track 9 TRACK VIEWER 43 Troubleshooting 78 TV TYPE 70 Usable discs 6 VIDEO CD 6 VIDEO CONTROL 51 VIDEO OFF 30 ZOOM 31 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia...