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Sony DVP-NC655P User Manual

Sony DVP-NC655P
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3-074-253-11(2)
CDID VD
Player
Operating Instructions
VIDEO
DVP-NC655P
© 2002 Sony Corporation

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Sony DVP-NC655P Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSony
ModelDVP-NC655P
CategoryDVD Player
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Precautions and Warnings

General Warnings

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

Optical Instrument Caution

The use of optical instruments will increase eye hazard due to the laser beam.

Owner's Record Details

Model and Serial Number

The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit for reference.

General Precautions

On Safety

Discusses eye hazard from optical instruments and fire/shock hazard prevention.

On Power Sources

Covers player disconnection from AC power and cord handling.

On Placement

Instructions for proper ventilation and avoiding heat/shock.

On Operation

Guidance on moisture condensation and moving the player.

On Adjusting Volume

Advice on preventing speaker damage from volume adjustments.

On Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the player cabinet and controls.

On Cleaning Discs

Warning against using commercial cleaning discs.

Important Notice on Screen Damage

Risk of permanent TV screen damage from still images displayed for too long.

On Transporting the Player

Procedure to return internal mechanisms before moving.

Enjoying Movies

Changing Viewing Angles

Explains how to change viewing angles during playback.

Displaying Subtitles

Instructions for displaying and changing subtitles.

Adjusting Picture Quality

Details on BNR and Custom Picture Mode.

Enhancing Playback Picture

Using the Digital Video Enhancer function.

Using Various Additional Functions

Locking Discs and Parental Control

Setting parental controls to restrict playback.

Operation Sound Effects

Customizing sound feedback for player operations.

Controlling TV/AV Amplifier

Using the remote to control connected devices.

Settings and Adjustments

Using the Setup Display

Making adjustments to picture, sound, and language settings.

Troubleshooting Guide

Guide to resolving common player issues.

Manual Overview

Manual Contents and Icons

Describes manual structure and explains icons used in the manual.

Disc Playback Compatibility

Playable Disc Formats

Lists formats of discs the player can play.

Region Code Restrictions

Explains region code limitations for DVD VIDEO playback.

Disc Handling and Care Guidelines

Notes on Disc Handling

Guidelines for keeping discs clean and preventing damage.

Incompatible Discs and Issues

Discs Not Supported

Lists types of discs the player cannot play.

Region Code and Format Issues

Details on region codes, NTSC, and disc shape issues.

Disc Playback Notes and Copyright

Playback Operation Variations

Some operations may vary based on disc content.

Copyright Protection Technology

Information on copyright protection technology used.

Front Panel Layout and Controls

Component Identification

Labels and descriptions of buttons and indicators on the front panel.

Front Panel Display Information

DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW Display

Explains display elements during DVD playback.

VIDEO CD (PBC) Display

Explains display elements during VIDEO CD playback.

CD/DATA CD Display

Explains display elements during CD/DATA CD playback.

Rear Panel I/O Ports

Digital and Audio Outputs

Details DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL/OPTICAL) and LINE OUT jacks.

Video Outputs

Details S VIDEO OUT and COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks.

Remote Control Functions

Button Functions

Lists all buttons on the remote and their corresponding functions.

Control Menu Operations

Control Menu Displays

Explains different control menu display modes.

Control Menu Items Explained

Details the items available in the Control Menu.

Control Menu Item Guide

Disc and Track Selection

Menu items for selecting discs, titles, chapters, and tracks.

Playback and Audio Settings

Menu items for audio, subtitles, angles, and TVS.

Advanced and Parental Control

Menu items for advanced display and parental control settings.

Key Control Menu Functions

Setup and Disc Mode

Controls for setup, disc mode, and programming.

Playback Modes

Functions for shuffle, repeat, and A-B repeat playback.

Picture Quality Adjustments

Settings for BNR, custom picture, and video enhancer.

Scene Search

Function for navigating scenes via picture.

Getting Started Guide

Quick Overview

Provides a brief introduction to using the player.

Unpacking and Setup

Instructions for unpacking components and inserting batteries.

Connecting to Your TV

Basic Hookups

Connecting audio/video cords and power.

Wide Screen TV Considerations

Adjusting aspect ratio for wide screen TVs.

Progressive Signal Connection

Using COMPONENT VIDEO OUT for 480p signals.

Playing Discs

Disc Playback Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for inserting and playing a disc.

Playback Controls

How to stop playing, remove, and turn off the player.

Connecting the Player (Hookups)

Connecting Video Cords

Details on connecting video cords via composite, S-Video, or component.

Video Connection Methods

Composite Video Connection

Connecting via standard yellow/red/white audio/video cables.

S-Video Connection

Connecting using an S-Video cable for higher quality.

Component Video Connection

Connecting via Y/Pb/Pr for best color and progressive signals.

Audio Connection Methods

Connecting to TV Speakers

Using TV speakers for sound output.

Connecting to Stereo Systems

Connecting to stereo amplifiers, MD/DAT decks.

Connecting to AV Amplifiers

Connecting to Dolby Surround or DTS systems.

Audio Connection: TV Speakers

Stereo/Monaural TV Hookup

Connecting to TV audio input jacks for stereo or monaural sound.

Audio Connection: Stereo Systems

Stereo Amplifier/MD/DAT Hookup

Connecting to stereo amps or decks using analog or digital audio.

Audio Connection: Dolby Surround AV Receivers

Connecting for Dolby Surround Output

Hooking up to AV receivers for Dolby Surround effects.

Audio Connection: Digital AV Receivers

Connecting for Dolby Digital/DTS Output

Hooking up to AV receivers for Dolby Digital/DTS surround sound.

Initial Setup and Connections

Connecting Power Cord

Plugging the player and TV into an AC outlet.

Quick Setup Guide

Step-by-step initial adjustments for language and TV type.

Quick Setup Configuration Options

Video Signal and TV Type Settings

Setting aspect ratio and signal type for TV.

Amplifier/Receiver Audio Setup

Configuring audio output to amplifier/receiver.

Quick Setup: Surround Sound

DTS Signal Output

Configuring DTS signal output to amplifier.

Surround Sound Setup

Adjusting settings for surround sound effects.

Playing and Managing Discs

Playing Discs Basic Operation

Steps to turn on TV, player, and start disc playback.

Playback Modes and Notes

Information on continuous play, auto-off, and DTS sound tracks.

Disc Playback Operations

DTS Sound Track Notes

Specifics on playing DTS sound tracks and required decoders.

Additional Operations Table

Quick reference for selecting discs, stopping, pausing, and resuming.

Disc Management Features

Replacing Discs During Playback

Using the EXCHANGE function to swap discs.

Child Lock Function

How to lock and unlock the disc tray.

Searching Within Discs

Fast Playback and Search

Using scan, search, and slow-motion for playback.

Frame-by-Frame Playback

Viewing discs one frame at a time.

Resume Playback Function

Current Disc Resume Play

Remembers playback point for the current disc.

Multi-Disc Resume Storage

Stores resume points for multiple discs.

DVD Menu Navigation

Accessing DVD Menus

Using TOP MENU and MENU buttons to navigate.

DVD-RW Original/Play List

Selecting playback types on DVD-RW discs.

VIDEO CD Playback Modes

PBC Playback for VIDEO CDs

Interactive playback using menus on VIDEO CDs.

MP3 Audio Playback

Playing MP3 Data CDs

Instructions for playing MP3 audio tracks from CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs.

MP3 Disc Navigation

Selecting Albums and Tracks

Navigating MP3 albums and tracks using the MENU button.

MP3 Track Information

Details on MP3 format, ISO9660, and limitations.

MP3 Playback Order

Disc Structure and Playback Sequence

Explains how albums and tracks are ordered for playback.

Various Playback Modes

Disc Mode Selection

Choosing between playing one disc or all discs.

Program Play Creation

Creating custom playback sequences.

Program Play Configuration

Setting Program Play Items

Selecting titles, chapters, or tracks for programming.

Shuffle Play Function

Randomizing Playback Order

Shuffling titles, chapters, or tracks for random playback.

Repeat Play Function

Repeating Disc, Title, or Chapter

Setting playback to repeat entire discs, titles, or chapters.

A-B Repeat Play Function

Repeating Specific Sections

Selecting and repeating a specific part of a title or track.

A-B Repeat Play Configuration

Setting Start and End Points

Defining the start (A) and end (B) points for repetition.

Disc Search Modes

Title, Chapter, Track, Index Search

Searching by entering specific numbers for titles, chapters, or tracks.

Time Code Search

Searching for playback points using time codes.

Navigating Scenes

Picture Navigation Overview

Dividing the screen into 9 subscreens to find scenes.

Advanced Scene Viewing Options

Title/Chapter/Track Viewers

Displaying first scenes of titles, chapters, or tracks.

Strobe Playback

Displaying 9 consecutive moving pictures.

Multi-Angle Viewing

Displaying multiple camera angles simultaneously.

Viewing Playback Information

Checking Disc Time Information

Viewing playing and remaining time for titles, chapters, or tracks.

Viewing Disc Text and Track Names

Displaying DVD/CD text and MP3 track names.

Front Panel Information Display

DVD/DVD-RW Display Details

How information is shown for DVD playback.

VIDEO CD/CD Display Details

How information is shown for VCD/CD playback.

MP3 Audio Display Details

How information is shown for MP3 playback.

Advanced Playback Data

Accessing Advanced Display

Selecting and viewing disc bit rate or layer information.

MP3 Data CD Playback Details

Displaying MP3 Audio Bit Rate

Checking the audio bit rate for MP3 tracks.

Adjusting Audio Settings

Changing Audio Tracks/Language

Selecting different audio tracks or languages on DVDs.

Stereo Channel Selection

Selecting left or right channels for CDs/VIDEO CDs.

Displaying Audio Information

Checking audio channel information during playback.

TV Virtual Surround (TVS) Settings

TVS Overview

Creating virtual rear speakers for surround sound effects.

Current Audio Format Display

Showing the currently playing audio format.

TVS Sound Mode Options

TVS Dynamic and Wide Modes

Using dynamic and wide modes for virtual surround.

TVS Standard and Night Modes

Using standard and night modes for virtual surround.

Changing Playback Angles

Multi-Angle Playback

Selecting different viewing angles for scenes.

Managing Subtitles

Displaying and Changing Subtitles

Turning subtitles on/off and selecting languages.

Adjusting Picture Quality (BNR)

Block Noise Reduction (BNR)

Reducing block noise and mosaic patterns for clearer picture.

Custom Picture Mode Settings

Selecting Picture Presets

Choosing picture quality modes like STANDARD or CINEMA.

Adjusting Picture Elements in MEMORY

Fine-tuning contrast, brightness, color, and hue.

Digital Video Enhancer (DVE)

Enhancing Picture Clarity

Sharpening images by enhancing outlines or softening them.

DVE Function Notes and Tips

DVE Settings and Limitations

Notes on DVE levels, softening, and potential noise.

Disc Locking and Parental Controls

Custom Parental Control Setup

Setting a password to restrict playback of specific discs.

Parental Control Overview

Limiting playback based on age or content rating.

Managing Parental Control Settings

Custom Parental Control Playback

Playing discs after setting custom parental controls.

Setting Parental Control Levels

Choosing playback limitation levels and geographic areas.

Setting Parental Control Levels

Geographic Area Selection

Selecting geographic areas for playback limitations.

Playback Level Selection

Choosing specific age-based playback limitation levels.

Operating with Parental Controls

Playing Discs with Parental Control

Entering password to play discs with parental restrictions.

Area Codes for Restriction

List of standard codes for geographic area restrictions.

Password Management

Changing the parental control password.

Operation Sound Feedback

Sound Feedback Operations

Describes player beeps for various operations.

Setting Sound Feedback

How to turn sound feedback on and off.

Remote Control for TVs and AV Receivers

Controlling TVs with Remote

Using the remote to control TV power, volume, mode, and input.

TV Control Code Numbers

List of manufacturer codes for TV compatibility.

Remote Control for AV Receiver Volume

Controlling AV Amplifier Volume

Using the remote to adjust AV amplifier volume.

AV Amplifier Control Code Numbers

List of manufacturer codes for AV amplifier compatibility.

Setup Display Usage

Accessing Setup Options

Navigating the Setup Display menu.

Setup Menu Items

Overview of LANGUAGE, SCREEN, CUSTOM, and AUDIO setups.

Language Setup Configuration

On-Screen Display Language

Changing the language for menus and on-screen messages.

DVD Menu and Audio Language

Selecting DVD menu and audio track languages.

Subtitle Language Selection

Selecting subtitle languages, including 'AUDIO FOLLOW'.

Screen Setup Configuration

TV Type and Aspect Ratio

Setting TV aspect ratio (4:3, 16:9) and letterboxing.

Screen Saver and Background

Configuring screen saver and background display.

Component Output Settings

Selecting INTERLACE or PROGRESSIVE output.

Progressive Output Configuration

Progressive Signal Considerations

Notes on progressive output compatibility and image quality.

Progressive Mode Conversion

Setting conversion modes for film/video based software.

Custom Setup Configuration

Auto Power Off and Auto Play

Configuring automatic power off and play functions.

Display Dimmer and Pause Mode

Adjusting front panel lighting and pause mode picture.

Playback Memory and Track Selection

Managing playback settings and track priority.

Audio Setup Configuration

Audio Attenuation and DRC

Adjusting audio output levels and dynamic range control.

Multi-Disc Resume Setting

Enabling/disabling multi-disc resume feature.

Advanced Audio Output Settings

Downmix Settings

Mixing rear sound elements for 2-channel output.

Digital Output Signal Settings

Configuring digital audio output for Dolby Digital/DTS.

DTS Digital Output Settings

DTS Signal Output Options

Selecting whether to output DTS signal based on decoder availability.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power and Picture Issues

Resolving problems with power, no picture, or picture noise.

Sound and Volume Issues

Troubleshooting no sound, noisy sound, or low volume.

Troubleshooting Operations

Remote and Disc Playback Issues

Problems with remote function, disc not playing, or auto playback.

MP3 and Copyright Lock Issues

Troubleshooting MP3 playback and 'Copyright lock' screen.

Display and Function Limitations

Issues with track display, language changes, or angles.

Self-Diagnosis and Error Codes

Interpreting Error Codes

Understanding service numbers for player malfunctions.

Glossary of Technical Terms

Audio Technologies

Definitions for Dolby Digital, Dolby Surround, DTS.

Disc Formats

Definitions for DVD VIDEO, DVD-RW, Film/Video based software.

Technical Terminology

Video Signal Formats

Definitions for Interlace, Progressive formats.

Disc Indexing and Content

Definitions for Index, Scene, Title, Track.

Technical Specifications

System and Audio Specs

Details on laser, signal format, frequency response, distortion.

Output Specifications

Details on LINE OUT, DIGITAL OUT, S VIDEO, COMPONENT VIDEO outputs.

General and Power Requirements

Specs on power, dimensions, weight, temperature, humidity.

Language Code Reference

ISO 639 Language Codes

List of language codes for subtitle and audio selection.

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