Sony SLV-D910N/R User Manual

3-084-917-11 (1) GBDVD Player/Video Cassette RecorderOperating InstructionsSLV-D910N/R© 2003 Sony CorporationPA L

10Setting up the remote commanderControlling other TVs with the remote commanderThe remote commander is preprogrammed to control non-Sony TVs. If you

100EditingEditing How to connect to record on this VCRConnect the line outputs of the other VCR to the input connector of this VCR. Refer to the exam

101EditingVCR Additional OperationsExample CHow to connect to a stereo systemConnect the LINE-2 IN t/o L/R jacks on this DVD-VCR to the audio output j

102EditingOperation (when recording on this VCR)To stop editingPress the x (stop) buttons on both VCRs.Tip• To cut out unwanted scenes while editing,

103General setup informationAdditional InformationAdditional InformationGeneral setup informationChanging setup options1Press SET UP when the DVD play

104General setup informationMenu choicesInitial settings are indicated in bold print.4Press B/b to change the setting.5Press SET UP to exit the menu.M

105TroubleshootingAdditional InformationTroubleshootingIf you have any questions or problems not covered below, please consult your nearest Sony servi

106TroubleshootingPictureEven though you set the aspect ratio in “TV Type” of the “SCREEN SETUP” menu the picture does not fill the screen.• The aspec

107TroubleshootingAdditional InformationVCR TroubleshootingOperationThe title of the MP3 audio album or track is not correctly displayed.• The player

108TroubleshootingPlaybackThe picture is not clear. • Existing broadcasts may interfere with the VCR. Reset the RF channel output of your VCR (page 1

109TroubleshootingAdditional InformationTimer recordingThe timer does not operate. • Check that the clock is set.• Make sure a tape has been inserted.

Getting Started11Connecting the DVD-VCRStep 3 : Connecting the DVD-VCRNote that “Advanced Hookups” (page 52) explains additional hookup methods that w

110GlossaryGlossaryChapter (page 37)Sections of a picture or a music feature that are smaller than titles. A title is composed of several chapters.

111GlossaryAdditional InformationTitle (page 37)The longest section of a picture or music feature on a DVD, movie, etc., in video software, or the ent

112SpecificationsSpecificationsSystemLaser Semiconductor laserSignal format systemPAL/(NTSC)MESECAMChannel coveragePAL (B/G, D/K)VHF E2 to E12, R1–R12

113SpecificationsAdditional InformationGeneralPower requirements220 – 240 V AC, 50 HzPower consumption25 WOperating temperature5° C to 40°CStorage tem

114Index to parts and controlsIndex to parts and controlsRefer to the pages indicated in parentheses ( ) for details.Front panelA ?/1 (on/standby) swi

115Index to parts and controlsAdditional InformationDisplay windowA DVD indicator (34)B Disc indicator (34)C Tape indicator (39)D VCR indicator (39)E

116Index to parts and controlsRear panelDVD player and VCRA (out to tv) connector (11)B (in from aerial) connector (11) C OUT VIDEO/AUDIO L/R jacks (

117Index to parts and controlsAdditional InformationRemote commander for DVDA TV / DVD•VIDEO switch (9)B Z (open/close) button (33) (34)C SELECT DVD b

118Index to parts and controlsRemote commander for VCRA TV / DVD•VIDEO switch (9)B Z (eject) button (40)C SELECT VIDEO button (9)D Number buttons* (10

119DVD Audio/Subtitle LanguageAdditional InformationDVD Audio/Subtitle LanguageAbbreviation LanguageARA ArabicCHI ChineseCRO CroatianCZK CzechDAN Dani

12Connecting the DVD-VCRIf your TV has a Scart (EURO-AV) connector1Disconnect the aerial cable from your TV and connect it to on the rear panel of t

Sony Corporation Printed in Indonesia AK68-00187HIndexNumerics16:9 594:3 Letter Box 594:3 Pan Scan 59AAdjustingpicture 96tracking 96Aerial hookup 11An

Getting Started13Connecting the DVD-VCRAdditional connectionTo a satellite or digital tuner with Line ThroughUsing the Line Through function, you can

14Setting up the DVD-VCR with the Auto Set Up functionStep 4 : Setting up the DVD-VCR with the Auto Set Up functionBefore using the DVD-VCR for the fi

Getting Started15Setting up the DVD-VCR with the Auto Set Up function3Press V/v to select the desired language, then press ENTER repeatedly.The “COUNT

16Setting up the DVD-VCR with the Auto Set Up functionTo cancel the Auto Set Up functionPress SET UP.To change the RF channelIf the picture does not a

Getting Started17Selecting the TV systemStep 5 : Selecting the TV systemYou must select the appropriate TV system for your area.Before you start…• Tur

18Selecting the TV system4Press SET UP to exit the menu.SET UP

Getting Started19Selecting a languageStep 6 : Selecting a languageYou can change the on-screen display language.Before you start…• Turn on the DVD-VCR

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

20Setting the clockStep 7 : Setting the clockYou must set the time and date on the DVD-VCR to use the timer features properly.The Auto Clock Set funct

Getting Started21Setting the clockTips• If you set “Autoclock” to “On”, the Auto Clock Set function is activated whenever the DVD-VCR is turned off.

22Presetting channelsStep 8 : Presetting channelsIf some channels could not be preset using the Auto Set Up function, you can preset them manually.Bef

Getting Started23Presetting channels3Press V/v to select “Manual Setup”, then press ENTER.4Press V/v to select the row which you want to preset, then

24Presetting channelsIf the picture is not clearIf the picture is not clear, you may use the Manual Fine Tuning (MFT) function. After step 5, press V

Getting Started25Presetting channels1Press SET UP, then press V/v to select (OPTION), then press ENTER.2Press V/v to select “Install”, then press EN

26Presetting channelsDisabling unwanted programme positions7Press O RETURN, then press SET UP to exit the menu.After presetting channels, you can disa

Getting Started27Presetting channelsNote• Be sure to select the programme position you want to disable correctly. If you disable a programme position

28Presetting channelsChanging the station namesYou can change or enter the station names (up to 4 characters). The DVD-VCR must receive channel infor

Getting Started29Presetting channels4Press V/v to select the row which you want to change or enter the station name, then press b.To display other pag

3CautionCautionFor use of the VCRTelevision programmes, films, video tapes and other materials may be copyrighted.Unauthorized recording of such mater

30Setting the PAY-TV/Canal Plus decoder (SLV-D910N only)Setting the PAY-TV/Canal Plus decoder (SLV-D910N only)You can watch or record PAY-TV/Canal Plu

Getting Started31Setting the PAY-TV/Canal Plus decoder (SLV-D910N only)Setting PAY-TV/Canal Plus channelsTo watch or record PAY-TV/Canal Plus programm

32Setting the PAY-TV/Canal Plus decoder (SLV-D910N only)Notes• To superimpose subtitles while watching Canal Plus programmes, make both decoder-VCR an

33Playing discsBasic OperationsBasic OperationsPlaying discs Depending on the disc, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to th

34Playing discsAdditional tasks* If you pause the DVD player for more than 5 minutes, the DVD player will automatically stop.To Resume playback for th

35Playing discsBasic OperationsTo locate a point quickly by playing a disc in fast forward or fast reverse in continuous play mode (DVD, VIDEO CD and

36Playing discsNotes on playing DVDs with a DTS sound track• DTS audio signals are output only through the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) jack

37Guide to the on-screen displayBasic OperationsGuide to the on-screen display Press DISPLAY. The following information appears; type of disc, cur

38Guide to the on-screen displayTo playback from the desired title/track counter positionTip• You can change the counter position information (playing

39Playing a tapeBasic OperationsPlaying a tape Before you start...• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. • Set your TV to the video channel so that the si

4Table of contentsTable of contents2 WARNING2 Welcome!3 Caution6 About this manual6 This player can play the following discs7 Notes about discsGetting

40Playing a tapeAdditional tasks* If you pause the VCR for more than 5 minutes, the VCR will automatically resume play.To play a recently watched scen

41Playing a tapeBasic OperationsTo resume normal playbackPress H.To set the colour systemIf the playback picture has no colour, or streaks appear duri

42Recording TV programmesRecording TV programmes Before you start...• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. • Switch the input selector on your TV so that

43Recording TV programmesBasic OperationsTo stop recordingPress x.To check the remaining timePress DISPLAY twice. With the display on, press DISPLAY

44Recording TV programmesIn order to get an accurate remaining time indication, be sure “Tape Select” in the “VIDEO SETUP” menu is set according to th

45Recording TV programmesBasic OperationsNotes• If a tape has portions recorded in both PAL (MESECAM) and NTSC systems, the time counter reading will

46Recording TV programmes using the timerRecording TV programmes using the timer You can preset up to six programmes at a time.Before you start…• Chec

47Recording TV programmes using the timerBasic Operations2Set the date, start and stop times, programme position, tape speed and VPS/PDC function*:1 P

48Recording TV programmes using the timerTo stop recordingTo stop the DVD-VCR while recording, press SELECT VIDEO and then press x.Daily/weekly record

49Recording TV programmes using the timerBasic OperationsTo watch another TV programme after setting the timerTips• To set the channel, you can also u

5Table of contentsDVD Additional Operations66 Using the DVD’s menu68 Zooming into a scene69 Changing the angles70 Displaying the subtitle71 Various pl

50Checking/changing/cancelling timer settingsChecking/changing/cancelling timer settings Before you start…• Check that the DVD-VCR clock is set to the

51Checking/changing/cancelling timer settingsBasic OperationsWhen the timer settings overlapThe programme that starts first has priority and the secon

52A/V Receiver hookupAdvanced HookupsA/V Receiver hookup A Use this hookup if your A/V receiver has a Dolby* Surround (Pro Logic) decoder and

53A/V Receiver hookupAdvanced HookupsB Use this hookup if your A/V receiver has a Dolby Digital, MPEG audio or DTS* decoder, a digital input jack and

54S-Video hookupS-Video hookup Make audio connections using the OUT AUDIO L/R jacks or DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jacks when you use S

55Audio SetupDVD Settings and AdjustmentsDVD Settings and AdjustmentsAudio Setup “Audio Setup” allows you to set the sound according to the playback

56Audio SetupMenu choices• Dolby DigitalSelects the type of Dolby Digital signal. The default setting is indicated in bold print. •MPEGSelects the typ

57Audio SetupDVD Settings and Adjustments• Audio DRC (Dynamic Range Control)Makes the sound clear when the volume is turned down when playing a DVD th

58Screen SetupScreen Setup “Screen Setup” allows you to set the screen according to the playback and connection conditions.1Press SET UP when the DVD

59Screen SetupDVD Settings and AdjustmentsMenu choices• TV TypeSelects the aspect ratio of the connected TV (4:3 standard or wide).The default setting

6About this manual• The meaning of the icons used in this manual is described below:* MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format defined by ISO/M

60Screen SetupNotes• Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over the “DVD SETUP” menu settings and not all the functions described may wor

61Setting the display or sound track languageDVD Settings and AdjustmentsSetting the display or sound track language You can set various languages f

62Setting the display or sound track languageTip• If you select “Others” in step 4, an additional language menu appears. Press V/v/B/b to select the

63Parental Control (limiting playback by children)DVD Settings and AdjustmentsParental Control (limiting playback by children) Playback of some DVDs c

64Parental Control (limiting playback by children)3Press b to select “Yes”.• If you have not entered a passwordThe display for registering a new passw

65Parental Control (limiting playback by children)DVD Settings and AdjustmentsTo change the passwordTo turn off the Parental Control functionSet “Use

66Using the DVD’s menuDVD Additional OperationsUsing the DVD’s menu A DVD is divided into long sections of a picture or a music feature called “titl

67Using the DVD’s menuDVD Additional OperationsTo turn off the DVD’s menuPress x.Note• Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to use the TOP MENU b

68Zooming into a sceneZooming into a scene Notes• You cannot use 4× magnification when you play VIDEO CDs. • The zoom function may not work depen

69Changing the anglesDVD Additional OperationsChanging the angles Note• Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to change the angles even if multi

7NoteSome 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 dis

70Displaying the subtitleDisplaying the subtitle To turn off the subtitlesSelect “Off” in step 3.Note• Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to

71Various play mode functions (Programme play, Shuffle play, Repeat play)DVD Additional OperationsVarious play mode functions (Programme play, Shuffle

72Various play mode functions (Programme play, Shuffle play, Repeat play)To stop programme playPress CLEAR during programme play.To change or cancel a

73Various play mode functions (Programme play, Shuffle play, Repeat play)DVD Additional OperationsPlaying in random order (Shuffle play) To return to

74Various play mode functions (Programme play, Shuffle play, Repeat play)Playing repeatedly (Repeat play) To return to normal playSelect “Off” i

75Changing the soundDVD Additional OperationsChanging the sound When playing a DVD recorded in multiple audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital, MPEG or

76Virtual surround settingVirtual surround setting To cancel the settingSelect “Off” in step 2.When you connect a stereo TV or 2 front speakers, SURRO

77Virtual surround settingDVD Additional OperationsNotes• Surround effects cannot be obtained for DTS or linear PCM.• When the playing signal does not

78Playing an MP3 audio trackPlaying an MP3 audio track You can play back DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs) recorded in MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) forma

79Playing an MP3 audio trackDVD Additional OperationsTo go to the next or previous pagePress b or B.To return to the previous displayPress O RETURN.To

8UnpackingGetting StartedStep 1 : UnpackingCheck that you have received the following items with the DVD-VCR: Note • The supplied remote commander is

80Playing an MP3 audio trackTo play a Multi Session CDThis player can play Multi Session CDs when an MP3 audio track is located in the first session.

81Playing an MP3 audio trackDVD Additional OperationsTips• If you add numbers (01, 02, 03, etc.) to the front of the track file names, the tracks will

82Playing JPEG image filesPlaying JPEG image files You can play JPEG image files on DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs). 1Press Z and place a DATA CD on

83Playing JPEG image filesDVD Additional OperationsTo rotate the selected imageTo zoom in an image3Press ./> to select the next/previous album page

84Playing JPEG image filesTo enjoy the Slide showTo turn on/off the menu in the single image displayPress DISPLAY in the single image display.To retur

85Playing JPEG image filesDVD Additional OperationsTip• If you add numbers (01, 02, 03, etc.) to the front of the file names, the files will be played

86Playing VIDEO CDs with “MENU ON/OFF” functionsPlaying VIDEO CDs with “MENU ON/OFF” functions The PBC (Playback control) function allows you to sear

87Playing VIDEO CDs with “MENU ON/OFF” functionsDVD Additional OperationsTo return to the menuPress O RETURN.To play using “MENU OFF”Press MENU to sel

88Playing a tape with SQPB functionVCR Additional OperationsPlaying a tape with SQPB function Notes• You cannot use the SQPB function for recording.•

89Quick Timer RecordingVCR Additional OperationsQuick Timer Recording After you have started recording, you can have the VCR stop recording automatica

Getting Started9Setting up the remote commanderStep 2 : Setting up the remote commanderNotes• With normal use, the batteries should last about three t

90Quick Timer RecordingTo extend the durationPress z REC repeatedly to set a new duration time.To cancel the durationPress z REC repeatedly until the

91Recording stereo and bilingual programmesVCR Additional OperationsRecording stereo and bilingual programmes In the ZWEITON (German stereo) systemThi

92Recording stereo and bilingual programmesTo select the sound while recordingPress AUDIO to select the sound you want.* Usually the mixed sound of le

93Recording stereo and bilingual programmesVCR Additional OperationsHow sound is recorded on a video tapeThe VCR records sound onto two separate track

94Searching using index functionSearching using index function To find a specific recording by scanning (Index scan)The VCR automatically marks the ta

95Searching using index functionVCR Additional OperationsTo search a specific recording (Index search)To stop searchingPress x.Note• No index signal w

96Adjusting the picture (tracking)Adjusting the picture (tracking) Adjusting the trackingAlthough the VCR automatically adjusts the tracking when play

97Adjusting the picture (tracking)VCR Additional Operations2Press V/v to select “User Set”, then press ENTER.3Press V/v to select “Smart Trilogic”, th

98Changing menu optionsChanging menu options 1Press SET UP when the DVD player is in stop mode, then press V/v to select (OPTION) or (VIDEO) and p

99Changing menu optionsVCR Additional OperationsMenu choicesThe default settings are indicated in bold print.OPTIONVIDEO SETUP3Press B/b to change the