Sony DVP-NS71HP User Manual

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10Index to Parts and ControlsFor more information, see the pages indicated in parentheses.Front panelA [/1 (on/standby) button (25)B Disc tray (25)C F

11Front panel displayWhen playing back a DVD VIDEO/DVD-VR mode discWhen playing back a VIDEO CD with Playback Control (PBC) (29)When playing back a CD

12RemoteA TV [/1 (on/standby) button (59)B Z OPEN/CLOSE button (26)C Number buttons (28)The number 5 button has a tactile dot.*D CLEAR button (30)E TO

13Guide to the Control Menu DisplayUse the Control Menu to select a function and to view related information. Press DISPLAY repeatedly to turn on or c

14List of Control Menu itemsItem Item Name, FunctionTITLE (page 35)/SCENE (page 35)/TRACK (page 35)Selects the title, scene or track to be played.CHAP

15z HintThe Control Menu icon indicator lights up in green when you select any item except “OFF” (“PROGRAM,” “SHUFFLE,” “REPEAT,” “A-B REPEAT,” “CUST

16HookupsHooking Up the PlayerFollow steps 1 to 6 to hook up and adjust the settings of the player.Notes• Plug cords securely to prevent unwanted nois

17HookupsStep 3: Connecting the Video Cords/HDMI CordsConnect this player to your TV monitor, projector or AV amplifier (receiver) using a video cord.

18A If you are connecting to a video input jackConnect the yellow plug of an audio/video cord (supplied) to the yellow (video) jack. You will enjoy st

19HookupsWhen connecting to a standard 4:3 screen TVDepending on the disc, the image may not fit your TV screen. To change the aspect ratio, see page

2WARNINGTo 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 cabi

20Using the PROGRESSIVE buttonBy using the PROGRESSIVE button on the front panel, you can select the signal format in which the player outputs video s

21HookupsStep 4: Connecting the Audio CordsSelect one of the following patterns A or B, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector or A

22A Connecting to audio L/R input jacksThis connection will use your TV’s or stereo amplifier’s (receiver’s) two speakers for sound. Connect using the

23HookupsStep 5: Connecting the Power CordPlug the player and TV power cords into an AC outlet.Step 6: Quick SetupFollow the steps below to make the m

247 Press X/x to select the setting that matches your TV type.◆ If you have a 4:3 standard TV• 4:3 LETTER BOX or 4:3 PAN SCAN (page 63)◆ If you have a

25Playing DiscsPlaying DiscsPlaying Discs Depending on the DVD or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted.Refer to the operat

26Additional operations*1DVD VIDEOs/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs only*2DVD VIDEOs/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs/DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs only*3Video and JPEG pictures only (except BACKGROUN

27Playing DiscsResuming Playback From the Point Where You Stopped the Disc (Multi-disc Resume) The player stores the point where you stopped the disc

28Using 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

29Playing DiscsPlaying VIDEO CDs With PBC Functions (PBC Playback) PBC (Playback Control) allows you to play VIDEO CDs interactively by following the

3Important SafeguardsFor your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and keep this manual for fu

30Various Play Mode Functions (Program Play, Shuffle Play, Repeat Play, A-B Repeat Play)You can set the following play modes:• Program Play (page 30)•

31Playing Discs5 Select the title, chapter or track you want to program.◆ When playing a DVD VIDEOFor example, select chapter “03” of title “02.”Press

32Playing in random order (Shuffle Play) You can have the player “shuffle” titles, chapters or tracks. Subsequent “shuffling” may produce a differen

33Playing Discs4 Press ENTER.Repeat Play starts.To return to normal playPress CLEAR or select “OFF” in step 3.z HintYou can set Repeat Play while the

34Searching for a SceneSearching for a Particular Point on a Disc (Search, Scan, Slow-motion Play, Freeze Frame)You can quickly locate a particular po

35Searching for a SceneWatching frame by frame (Slow-motion Play) Press m or M when the player is in pause mode. To return to normal speed, press

36◆ When playing a VIDEO CD or Super VCD without PBC Playback TRACK INDEX◆ When playing a VIDEO CD or Super VCD with PBC Playback SCENE◆ When playing

37Searching for a SceneSearching by Scene (PICTURE NAVIGATION) You can divide the screen into 9 subscreens and find the desired scene quickly.1 Pres

38Viewing Information About the DiscChecking the Playing Time and Remaining Time You can check the playing time and remaining time of the curren

39Viewing Information About the DiscChecking the play information of the discTo check the DVD/CD textPress TIME/TEXT repeatedly in step 2 to display t

4AntennasService• Never place the set in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper ventilation is provided.• Do not pla

40When playing a DATA CD (MP3 audio)/DATA DVD (MP3 audio)When playing a VIDEO CD (without PBC functions) or CDz Hints• When playing VIDEO CDs without

41Sound AdjustmentsSound AdjustmentsChanging the Sound When playing a DVD VIDEO recorded in multiple audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital or DTS),

42Checking the audio signal format You can check the audio signal format by pressing AUDIO repeatedly during playback. The format of the current audio

43Sound AdjustmentsTo cancel the settingSelect “OFF” in step 2.◆TVS DYNAMIC THEATERCreates one set of LARGE virtual rear speakers and virtual subwoofe

44Enjoying MoviesChanging the Angles If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on the DVD VIDEO, “ ” appears in the front panel displa

45Enjoying MoviesAdjusting the Playback Picture (CUSTOM PICTURE MODE) You can adjust the video signal of the DVD, VIDEO CD or DATA CD/DATA DVD in

462 Press C/c to adjust the picture contrast.To go to the next or previous picture item without saving the current setting, press X/x.3 Press ENTER.Th

47Enjoying MoviesTo cancel the “SHARPNESS” settingSelect “OFF” in step 3.NoteThis setting is not effective if you connect the player via the LINE OUT

483 Press X/x to select the setting.• OFF: To cancel the “BNR” effect.• ON: To turn on the “BNR” effect.4 Press ENTER.The disc plays with the setting

49Enjoying MoviesAdjusting the Delay Between the Picture and Sound (AV SYNC) When the sound does not match the pictures on the screen, you can adjust

5PrecautionsOn safety• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.• Should any solid o

50Enjoying MP3 Audio and JPEG ImagesAbout MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image FilesMP3 is audio compression technology that satisfies the ISO/IEC MPEG reg

51Enjoying MP3 Audio and JPEG ImagesWhen you insert a DATA CD/DATA DVD and press H, the numbered tracks (or files) are played sequentially, from 1 thr

52Selecting an album1 Press MENU.The list of albums on the disc appears.When an album is being played, its title is shaded.2 Press X/x to select the a

53Enjoying MP3 Audio and JPEG ImagesSelecting a JPEG image file1 After step 2 of “Selecting an album,” press PICTURE NAVI.The image files in the album

54Enjoying JPEG Images as a Slide Show You can play JPEG image files on a DATA CD or DATA DVD successively as a slide show.1 Press MENU.The list of al

55Enjoying MP3 Audio and JPEG Imagesz Hints• To repeat both MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files in a single album, repeat the same MP3 audio track o

56Using Various Additional FunctionsLocking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL)You can set two kinds of playback restrictions for a disc

57Using Various Additional FunctionsTo turn off the Custom Parental Control function1 Follow steps 1 to 3 of “Custom Parental Control.”2 Press X/x to

584 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

59Using Various Additional FunctionsChanging the password1 Press DISPLAY while the player is in stop mode.The Control Menu appears.2 Press X/x to sele

6Table of ContentsWARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Notes About the Dis

60Controlling other TVs with the remoteYou can control the sound level, input source, and power switch of non-Sony TVs as well.If your TV is listed in

61Settings and AdjustmentsSettings and AdjustmentsUsing the Setup DisplayBy using the Setup Display, you can make various adjustments to items such as

626 Press X/x 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

63Settings and AdjustmentsSettings for the Display (SCREEN SETUP)Choose settings according to the TV to be connected.Select “SCREEN SETUP” in the Setu

64◆ SCREEN SAVERThe screen saver image appears when you leave the player in pause or stop mode for 15 minutes, or when you play a CD or DATA CD (MP3 a

65Settings and AdjustmentsCustom Settings (CUSTOM SETUP)Use this to set up playback related and other settings.Select “CUSTOM SETUP” in the Setup Disp

66◆ AUDIO (HDMI)Selects the type of audio signal output from the HDMI OUT jack.NoteA loud noise (or no sound) will be output if you connect the player

67Settings and Adjustments◆ AUDIO FILTERSelects the digital filter to reduce noise above 22.05 kHz (Sampling frequency (Fs) of the audio source is 44.

68NoteIf the HDMI OUT jack is connected to equipment not compatible with DOLBY DIGITAL signals, the “D-PCM” signals will be automatically output even

69Additional InformationAdditional InformationTroubleshootingIf you experience any of the following difficulties while using the player, use this trou

7Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture and Sound (AV SYNC) . . . . . . . . . 49Enjoying MP3 Audio and JPEG Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

70, The equipment connected to the HDMI OUT jack does not conform to the audio signal format, in this case set “AUDIO(HDMI)” in “CUSTOM SETUP” to “PCM

71Additional InformationThe disc does not start playing from the beginning., Program Play, Shuffle Play, Repeat Play, or A-B Repeat Play is selected (

72Self-diagnosis Function (When letters/numbers appear in the display)When the self-diagnosis function is activated to prevent the player from malfunc

73Additional Information9.4 GB, and double-layer and double-sided DVD is 17 GB.The picture data uses the MPEG 2 format, a worldwide standard of digita

74SpecificationsSystemLaser: Semiconductor laserSignal format system: NTSCAudio characteristicsFrequency response: DVD VIDEO (PCM 96 kHz): 2 Hz to 44

75Additional InformationLanguage Code ListFor details, see pages 41, 44, 62.The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.Parenta

76IndexNumerics16:9 634:3 LETTER BOX 634:3 PAN SCAN 6348kHz/96kHz PCM 685.1 Channel Surround 22AA-B REPEAT 33ADVANCE 26ALBUM 36Album 50, 72ANGLE 44AUD

77Additional InformationTRACK SELECTION 65TRACK VIEWER 37Troubleshooting 69TV TYPE 63TVS (TV Virtual Surround) 42UUsable discs 8VVideo based software

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8This Player Can Play the Following Discs“DVD+RW,” “DVD-RW,” “DVD+R,” “DVD-R,” “DVD VIDEO,” and “CD” logos are trademarks.Note about CDs/DVDsThe playe

9Notes• Notes about DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs or CD-Rs/CD-RWsSome DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs, or CD-Rs/CD-RWs cannot be played on this player