Sony DVP-NS501P User Manual

2-050-982-11(1)© 2004 Sony CorporationDVP-NS501POperating InstructionsCD/DVDPlayer

10Index to Parts and ControlsFor more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.Front panelA [/1 (on/standby) button (27)B Disc tray (2

11Front panel displayWhen playing back a DVD VIDEO/DVD-RWWhen playing back a VIDEO CD with Playback Control (PBC) (31)When playing back a CD, DATA CD

12Rear panelA COMPONENT VIDEO OUT** jacks (18)B LINE OUT (VIDEO)* jack (18)C NORMAL/PROGRESSIVE switch (66)D S VIDEO OUT* jack (18)E LINE OUT L/R (AUD

13RemoteA TV [/1 (on/standby) button (62)BZ OPEN/CLOSE button (27)C Number buttons (30)The number 5 button has a tactile dot.*D CLEAR button (32)E SUB

14Guide 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

15List of Control Menu ItemsItem Item Name, Function, Relevant Disc TypeTITLE (page 38)/SCENE (page 38)/TRACK (page 38)Selects the title, scene, or tr

16z HintThe Control Menu icon indicator lights up in green when you select any item except “OFF.” (“PROGRAM,” “SHUFFLE,” “REPEAT,” “A-B REPEAT,” “SHAR

17HookupsHookups HookupsHooking Up the PlayerFollow Steps 1 to 6 to hook up and adjust the settings of the player.Notes• Plug cords securely to preven

18Step 3: Connecting the Video CordsConnect this player to your TV monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver) using a video cord. Select one of th

19HookupsB If you are connecting to an S VIDEO input jackConnect an S VIDEO cord (not supplied). You will enjoy high quality images.C If you are conne

2WARNINGTo prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicin

20Step 4: Connecting the Audio CordsRefer to the chart below to select the connection that best suits your system. Be sure to also read the instructio

21Hookups Connecting to your TVThis connection will use your TV’s speakers for sound.* The yellow plug is used for video signals (page 18).z HintWhen

22 Connecting to a stereo amplifier (receiver) and 2 speakers/Connecting to an MD deck or DAT deckIf the stereo amplifier (receiver) has audio input j

23Hookups Connecting to an AV amplifier (receiver) having a Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) decoder and 3 to 6 speakersYou can enjoy the Dolby Surround eff

24 Connecting to an AV amplifier (receiver) with a digital input jack having a Dolby Digital or DTS decoder and 6 speakersThis connection will allow y

25HookupsStep 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

269 Press X/x 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 t

27Playing DiscsPlaying DiscsPlaying Discs Depending on the DVD or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted.Refer to the operating i

28Additional operations* For DVD VIDEOs and DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs only** For DVD VIDEOs and DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs or DVD+RWs only***For Video and JPEG pictures only

29Playing DiscsResuming Playback from the Point Where You Stopped the Disc (Multi-disc Resume) The player stores the point where you stopped the dis

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

30Using 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

31Playing Discs3 Press X/x to select the setting.• PLAY LIST: plays the titles created from “ORIGINAL” for editing.• ORIGINAL: plays the titles origin

32z HintTo play without using PBC, press ./> or the number buttons while the player is stopped to select a track, then press H or ENTER.“Play witho

33Playing Discs3 Press X/x to select “SET t,” then press ENTER.4 Press c.The cursor moves to the title or track row “T” (in this case, “01”).5 Select

34To cancel all of the titles, chapters, or tracks in the programmed order1 Follow Steps 1 through 3 of “Creating your own program (Program Play).”2 P

35Playing DiscsPlaying repeatedly (Repeat Play) You can play all of the titles or tracks on a disc or a single title, chapter, or track repeatedly

36Repeating a specific portion (A-B Repeat Play) You can play a specific portion of a title, chapter or track repeatedly. (This function is useful w

37Searching for a SceneSearching for a SceneSearching for a Particular Point on a Disc (Search, Scan, Slow-motion Play, Freeze Frame) You can quickly

38Playing one frame at a time (Freeze Frame) When the player is in the pause mode, press STEP to go to the next frame. Press STEP to go to the pr

39Searching for a Scene◆ When playing a VIDEO CD or Super VCD without PBC Playback TRACK INDEX◆ When playing a VIDEO CD or Super VCD with PBC Playback

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

40Searching by Scene (PICTURE NAVIGATION) You can divide the screen into 9 subscreens and quickly find the desired scene.1 Press PICTURE NAVI during

41Viewing Information About the DiscViewing Information About the DiscChecking the Playing Time and Remaining Time You can check the playing tim

42Checking the play information of the DiscTo check DVD/CD textPress TIME/TEXT repeatedly in Step 2 to display text recorded on the DVD/CD.The DVD/CD

43Viewing Information About the DiscWhen playing a VIDEO CD (without PBC functions) or CDz Hints• When playing VIDEO CDs without PBC functions, the tr

44Sound AdjustmentsChanging the Sound When playing a DVD VIDEO recorded in multiple audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital, or DTS), you can change the

45Sound AdjustmentsChecking the audio signal format If you press AUDIO repeatedly during playback, the format of the current audio signal (Dolby Digit

46To cancel the settingSelect “OFF” in Step 2.◆TVS DYNAMICCreates virtual rear speakers from the sound of the front speakers (L, R) without using actu

47Enjoying MoviesEnjoying MoviesChanging the Angles If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on the DVD VIDEO, “ ” appears in the fro

48Adjusting the Playback Picture (CUSTOM PICTURE MODE) You can adjust the video signal of the DVD, VIDEO CD or DATA CD in JPEG format from the play

49Enjoying MoviesSharpening the Outline of an Image (SHARPNESS) The Sharpness function sharpens the outlines of images on your TV screen.1 Press DI

5Precautions• The power requirements and power consumption of this player are indicated on the back of the player. Check that the player’s operating v

50Playing a DATA CDAbout MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image FilesWhat is MP3/JPEG?MP3 is audio compression technology that satisfies the ISO/MPEG regulat

51Playing a DATA CDWhen you insert a DATA CD and press H, the numbered tracks (or files) are played sequentially, from 1 through 7. Any sub-albums/tra

52Selecting an album from a DATA CD1 Insert a DATA CD into the disc tray.The list of albums recorded on the DATA CD appears.When an album is being pla

53Playing a DATA CDSelecting a JPEG image file from a DATA CD1 Insert a DATA CD into the disc tray.The albums recorded on the DATA CD appear. When an

545 Press MENU.The list of albums recorded on the DATA CD appears.6 Press X/x to select the album you want and press H.The player starts playing the s

55Playing a DATA CDTo return to the actual image size at any timePress CLEAR.z HintYou can also move the enlarged picture using C/X/x/c .Notes• If you

56Specifying the slideshow duration When you play JPEG image files using slideshow you can specify the duration for which the slides are displayed on

57Playing a DATA CDSelecting an effect for image files in the slideshow When you play a JPEG image file, you can select the effect to be used when vie

58Using Various Additional FunctionsLocking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL)You can set two kinds of playback restrictions for the de

59Using Various Additional FunctionsTo turn off the Custom Parental Control function1 Follow Steps 1 through 3 of “Custom Parental Control.”2 Press X/

6Table of ContentsWARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Welcome! . . . . .

60◆ When you have already registered a passwordThe display for entering the password appears.4 Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password using the numbe

61Using Various Additional FunctionsArea CodeChanging the password1 Press DISPLAY while the player is in stop mode.The Control Menu appears.2 Press X/

62Controlling Your TV with the Supplied RemoteYou can control the sound level, input source, and power switch of your Sony TV with the supplied remote

63Settings and AdjustmentsSettings and AdjustmentsUsing the Setup DisplayBy using the Setup Display, you can make various adjustments to items such as

646 Select a setting using X/x, then press ENTER.The setting is selected and setup is complete.Example: “16:9”To enter the Quick Setup modeSelect “QUI

65Settings and AdjustmentsSettings for the Display (SCREEN SETUP)Choose settings according to the TV to be connected.Select “SCREEN SETUP” in the Setu

66◆ BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT)Selects the black level (setup level) for the video signals output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. When progressive

67Settings and AdjustmentsCustom Settings (CUSTOM SETUP)Use this to set up playback related and other settings.Select “CUSTOM SETUP” in the Setup Disp

68Settings for the Sound (AUDIO SETUP)“AUDIO SETUP” allows you to set the sound according to the playback and connection conditions.Select “AUDIO SETU

69Settings and Adjustments◆ DOLBY DIGITAL (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW only)Selects the type of Dolby Digital signal.◆ DTSSelects whether or not to output DTS si

7Playing a DATA CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50About MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image Files . . . . . . .

70Additional InformationTroubleshootingIf you experience any of the following difficulties while using the player, use this troubleshooting guide to h

71Additional InformationOperationThe remote does not function., There are obstacles between the remote and the player., The distance between the remot

72The language for the sound track cannot be changed., Try using the DVD’s menu instead of the direct selection button on the remote (page 30)., Multi

73Additional InformationSelf-diagnosis Function (When letters/numbers appear in the display)When the self-diagnosis function is activated to prevent t

74DVD VIDEO (page 8)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-l

75Additional InformationTitle (page 11)The longest section of a picture or music feature on a DVD, movie, etc., in video software, or the entire album

76SpecificationsSystemLaser: Semiconductor laserSignal format system: NTSCAudio characteristicsFrequency response: DVD VIDEO (PCM 96 kHz): 2 Hz to 44

77Additional InformationLanguage Code ListFor details, see pages 44, 47, 64.The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.Code La

78IndexNumerics16:9 654:3 LETTER BOX 654:3 PAN SCAN 6548kHz/96kHz PCM 695.1 Channel Surround 45AA-B REPEAT 36ALBUM 38Album 50, 73ANGLE 47AUDIO 44, 64A

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8About 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

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9Example of discs that the player cannot playThe player cannot play the following discs:• CD-ROMs (including PHOTO CDs)/CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those