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Sony DVP-NC875V User Manual

Sony DVP-NC875V
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2-059-564-11(1)
© 2004 Sony Corporation
DVP-NC875V
Operating Instructions
CD/DVD
Player

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Sony DVP-NC875V Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSony
ModelDVP-NC875V
CategoryDVD Player
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safeguards

Use

Guidelines for safe and proper operation of the appliance.

Installation

Precautions related to water, moisture, and power cord placement.

Antennas

Safety precautions for outdoor antenna installation and lightning protection.

Service

Conditions requiring service, servicing procedures, parts, and safety checks.

Precautions

Safety

General safety measures to prevent fire or shock hazards.

Power Sources

Guidelines on disconnecting power and handling the power cord.

Placement

Recommendations for placing the player to ensure proper ventilation and avoid hazards.

Operation

Advice on handling moisture condensation and moving the player.

Adjusting Volume

Caution against turning up volume during low-level audio playback.

Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the player's exterior and discs.

Transporting the Player

Procedure for preparing the player for transportation to protect internal mechanisms.

About This Manual

Disc Compatibility

Information on the types of discs this player is capable of playing.

Icon Meanings

Explanations of icons used throughout the manual for different disc types.

CD Notes

Details on CD formats supported, including music, video, and MP3/JPEG.

Disc Playability Issues

Incompatible Discs

Lists discs that the player is unable to play, such as certain CD-ROMs and DVD-ROMs.

Region Code

Explains the player's region code system for DVD VIDEO playback.

Copyrights

Disc Handling Notes

Index to Parts and Controls

Front Panel Identification

Identifies and describes the buttons and indicators on the player's front panel.

Front Panel Display Information

DVD/RW Playback Display

Shows how the front panel display indicates status during DVD/RW playback.

VIDEO CD (PBC) Playback Display

Explains the front panel display indicators for VIDEO CDs with PBC.

SACD/CD/DATA CD Playback Display

Details front panel display information for Super Audio CD, CD, and DATA CD playback.

Rear Panel Connections

Audio and Digital Outputs

Details optical, coaxial, 5.1CH, and line out audio/video jacks.

Video Outputs

Describes S-Video and Component Video output jacks for connecting to displays.

Remote Control Overview

Remote Control Buttons

Identifies and describes the functions of various buttons on the remote control.

Control Menu Display Guide

Understanding the Control Menu

Explains the structure and items displayed in the player's control menu.

Control Menu Item Reference

Functionality and Disc Type Support

Details control menu functions and the disc types they apply to.

Control Menu Item Reference (continued)

Data CD Specific Control Menu Items

Lists control menu options specific to DATA CD playback, including file and effect settings.

Hooking Up the Player

Initial Setup Steps

Guides through unpacking the player and inserting remote control batteries.

Connecting Video Cords

Selecting Video Connection Types

Details connecting the player via composite, S-Video, or component video.

Video Connection Options

Component Video Connection

Connecting via component video jacks for high-quality progressive output.

Composite Video Connection

Connecting via composite video input for standard quality images.

S-Video Connection

Connecting via S-Video for improved image quality over composite.

Progressive Signal Output

Using the PROGRESSIVE Button

Explains how to select progressive or interlace video signal formats.

DVD Software Formats

Film vs. Video Based Software

Differentiates between film-based and video-based DVD content for optimal playback.

Connecting Audio Cords

Audio Connection Options

Chart detailing audio connections for TV, stereo, and AV amplifiers with different speaker setups.

Connecting to a TV

Audio and Video Signal Flow

Illustrates how to connect the player to a TV for audio and video output.

Connecting to Stereo Amplifiers/Decks

Analog and Digital Audio Connections

Guides connecting to stereo systems via analog or digital audio outputs.

Connecting to Surround Sound Systems

Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) Setup

Connects to amplifiers with Dolby Surround decoders for immersive audio experiences.

Connecting to Advanced AV Systems

5.1 Channel and Digital Connections

Connects to AV receivers with 5.1 channel inputs or digital jacks for surround sound.

Advanced AV Connection Details

5.1 Channel Input Setup

Explains how to use the 5.1 channel inputs for surround sound playback.

Digital Input Setup

Details using digital inputs for Dolby Digital or DTS signals.

Initial Setup and Connections

Connecting Power and Quick Setup

Guides connecting the power cord and performing the initial quick setup process.

Quick Setup Configuration

TV Type and Aspect Ratio Settings

Sets the TV type and aspect ratio for optimal picture display.

Audio Connection and Dolby Digital Settings

Configures audio connections and Dolby Digital signal preferences.

Quick Setup Speaker Configuration

DTS Signal and Speaker Size Settings

Configures DTS signal output and speaker sizes for surround sound.

Speaker Level and Subwoofer Settings

Adjusts speaker levels, rear speaker settings, and subwoofer presence.

Enjoying Surround Sound Effects

Audio Setup for Surround Sound

Details audio settings required to achieve surround sound effects based on connection type.

Playing Discs

Loading and Starting Playback

Instructions for loading discs and initiating playback, including menu navigation.

Additional Playback Operations

Basic Playback Controls

Managing playback through controls like stop, pause, resume, and skipping tracks.

Image Magnification and Navigation

Features for magnifying images and navigating through albums or tracks.

Disc Tray Management

Replacing Discs During Playback (EXCHANGE)

Allows changing discs without interrupting current playback.

Child Lock Feature

How to lock and unlock the disc tray to prevent unauthorized access.

Resuming Playback

Multi-Disc Resume Function

Allows resuming playback from where you stopped on up to 40 discs.

DVD Menu and Play List Navigation

Using the DVD's Menu System

Navigating DVD menus for language, subtitles, and other options.

Selecting DVD-RW Playback Types

Choosing between "ORIGINAL" and "PLAY LIST" for DVD-RW playback.

Super Audio CD Playback Options

Selecting Playback Area (2ch vs. Multi-ch)

Choosing between 2-channel and multi-channel playback areas on Super Audio CDs.

Special Disc Playback Features

Hybrid Super Audio CD Layer Selection

Selecting between HD and CD layers on hybrid Super Audio CDs.

VIDEO CD Playback Control (PBC)

Interactive playback of VIDEO CDs using menu-driven control.

Playback Mode Functions

Overview of Play Modes

Introduces Program, Shuffle, Repeat, and A-B Repeat play modes.

Creating Custom Playlists (Program Play)

Guides on creating custom playback sequences by arranging titles, chapters, or tracks.

Program Play Setup

Selecting Titles, Chapters, or Tracks

Step-by-step guide to selecting and programming content for custom playback order.

Program Play Management

Cancelling Programmed Sequences

Instructions for cancelling programmed titles, chapters, or tracks.

Shuffle Play Function

Randomly Playing Titles, Chapters, or Tracks

Enables random playback of selected content for variety.

Repeat Play Function

Repeating Discs, Titles, Chapters, or Tracks

Sets playback to repeat entire discs, specific titles, chapters, or tracks.

A-B Repeat Play Function

Repeating Specific Portions of Content

Allows repeating a selected segment of a title, chapter, or track.

Disc Searching Functions

Navigating by Scene Markers

Searching for specific points using chapter, track, or scene navigation.

Fast Scan and Slow-Motion Play

Quickly scanning through discs or playing back at slow speeds.

Advanced Search and Frame-by-Frame Playback

Slow-Motion and Freeze Frame Playback

Viewing content frame-by-frame or in slow motion.

Title, Chapter, Track, or Scene Search

Searching for content by entering specific numbers or using search modes.

Search Mode Details

Selecting Content by Number or Time Code

Entering numbers or time codes to locate specific content segments.

Scene Searching with Picture Navigation

Visual Scene Selection

Navigating discs via a 9-subscreen grid to visually select scenes for playback.

Viewing Disc Information

Checking Playback Time and Remaining Time

Displaying current title, chapter, or track playback times and remaining durations.

Disc Text Information

Accessing recorded text information like artist or album names from discs.

Disc Information Display Details

DATA CD Album and Track Information

Displaying album names, track names, and bit rates for MP3 audio on DATA CDs.

Front Panel Display Information Sync

Shows how TV display information mirrors on the front panel display.

Disc Information Display for Specific Types

VIDEO CD, SACD, CD Information Display

Details how track times, disc info, and text are displayed for these disc types.

Sound Adjustments

Changing Audio Tracks and Languages

Selecting different audio tracks, languages, or channels for playback.

Audio Signal and Surround Mode Settings

Checking Audio Signal Format

Displays the current audio signal format, such as Dolby Digital or DTS.

Selecting Surround Sound Modes

Configures surround sound modes based on speaker setup for enhanced audio.

2-Speaker Surround Sound Effects

TVS Modes Explanation

Details TVS Dynamic, Wide, Night, and Standard modes for virtual surround.

4-6 Speaker Surround Sound Effects

Explanation of Surround Modes

Describes Normal, Enhanced, Virtual Rear Shift, Multi Rear, and Multi Dimension surround modes.

Enjoying Movies

Changing Viewing Angles

Allows selection of different camera angles for scenes on DVD VIDEOs.

Displaying and Managing Subtitles

Controls subtitle display language and on/off status during DVD playback.

Adjusting Picture Quality

Custom Picture Mode Settings

Allows adjustment of picture quality like contrast, brightness, and color.

Memory Picture Adjustments

Fine-tuning individual picture elements like contrast, brightness, color, and hue.

Picture Sharpening

Adjusting Image Sharpness (SHARPNESS)

Enhances image outlines for sharper picture detail.

MP3 Audio and JPEG Image Playback

Understanding MP3 and JPEG Formats

Introduces MP3 audio and JPEG image compression and their use on DATA CDs.

Supported DATA CD Formats

Details the requirements for DATA CDs containing MP3 and JPEG files.

Playback Order of Albums and Files

Explains how albums, tracks, and files are organized and played back from DATA CDs.

Playing MP3 and JPEG Files from DATA CDs

Sequential Playback of Tracks and Files

Guides on playing tracks sequentially and navigating albums.

Album and File Playback Tips

Provides tips for organizing and playing back albums and files efficiently.

Selecting Albums and MP3 Tracks

Browsing and Selecting Albums

Navigating and selecting albums from a DATA CD for playback.

Playing MP3 Audio Tracks within Albums

Selecting specific MP3 audio tracks for playback after choosing an album.

Selecting and Manipulating JPEG Image Files

Viewing and Selecting JPEG Images

Selecting JPEG image files from albums and viewing them.

Image Rotation and Magnification

Rotating images 90 degrees and zooming up to four times the original size.

JPEG Slide Show Function

Creating and Viewing JPEG Slide Shows

Playing JPEG image files from a DATA CD successively as a slide show.

Slide Show with Sound

Selecting Playback Mode (AUTO, AUDIO, IMAGE)

Configures slide shows to play images, audio, or both simultaneously.

Slide Show Display Settings

Setting Slide Display Interval

Adjusts the duration each JPEG image is displayed during a slide show.

Applying Slide Show Transition Effects

Selects visual effects for transitions between images in a slide show.

Disc Locking and Parental Controls

Custom Parental Control Setup

Sets custom playback restrictions using a password for discs.

Parental Control Overview

Limits DVD playback based on age or rating levels, blocking inappropriate content.

Managing Parental Control Settings

Custom Parental Control Management

Turning off, playing discs with, or managing the custom parental control password.

Setting Parental Control Playback Levels

Setting playback limitations based on age or rating levels for DVD VIDEOs.

Parental Control Level and Geographic Settings

Setting Geographic and Age-Based Levels

Selecting geographic areas or age levels to restrict playback content.

Playing Discs with Parental Controls Active

Procedures for playing discs when parental control settings are enforced.

Remote Control Functions

Changing Your Parental Control Password

Procedures for changing the password used for parental control features.

Controlling Your TV with the Remote

Setting up the remote to control TV functions like power, volume, and channel selection.

TV Remote Control Codes

Manufacturer Code List for TV Control

A table listing manufacturer codes for controlling various TV brands with the remote.

AV Amplifier Remote Control Setup

Controlling AV Amplifier Volume

Setting up the remote to control AV amplifier volume and other functions.

Manufacturer Code List for AV Amplifier Control

A table listing manufacturer codes for controlling AV amplifiers with the remote.

Settings and Adjustments Overview

Navigating the Setup Display

Introduction to using the Setup Display for configuring player settings.

Language Setup Configuration

Setting Display, Menu, Audio, and Subtitle Languages

Customizing languages for on-screen display, menus, audio, and subtitles.

Screen Setup Configuration

TV Type and Aspect Ratio Settings

Adjusting TV type, aspect ratio, screen saver, and background display.

Black Level and Output Settings

Configuring black level for video signals and 4:3 output aspect ratio.

Custom Picture and Display Settings

Black Level and 4:3 Output Adjustments

Fine-tuning black level for component output and 4:3 aspect ratio settings.

Custom Setup Options Overview

Configuring auto power off, auto play, dimmer, pause mode, and resume settings.

Sound Settings Configuration

Pause Mode and Track Selection

Adjusting pause behavior and selecting audio tracks based on channel priority.

Audio Adjustments (ATT, DRC, Filter, Downmix)

Configuring audio attenuation, dynamic range control, filters, and downmix for sound output.

Advanced Audio Settings

Audio Filter and Downmix Settings

Adjusting digital filters for noise reduction and configuring downmix for surround sound.

Digital Output Signal Configuration

Setting digital output for Dolby Digital, DTS, and PCM signals.

DTS Signal and Speaker Setup

DTS Signal Type and PCM Frequency Settings

Configuring DTS signal output types and PCM sampling frequencies.

Speaker Setup Overview

Initializing speaker setup for surround sound, including size, distance, and test tone.

Speaker Configuration Details

Rear Speaker Settings and Distance Adjustment

Configuring rear speaker positions (REAR/SIDE) and setting speaker-to-listener distance.

Subwoofer and Speaker Size Settings

Setting subwoofer presence and selecting speaker sizes (FRONT, CENTER).

Speaker Level Adjustments

Adjusting Front and Rear Speaker Levels

Setting individual speaker levels (FRONT, REAR) using the test tone for optimal balance.

Test Tone Functionality

Utilizing the test tone to calibrate speaker volume and ensure proper sound output.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power, Picture, and Sound Problems

Solutions for power, picture, and sound issues, including connection checks and progressive signal settings.

Troubleshooting Advanced Issues

Sound and Operation Troubleshooting

Addresses low volume, surround effect issues, remote problems, disc playback errors, and file playback issues.

Troubleshooting Specific Errors

Playback Issues and Error Messages

Resolves issues like automatic stops, function unavailability, language/subtitle/angle restrictions, and error messages.

Self-Diagnosis and Glossary

Understanding Self-Diagnosis Codes

Explains service numbers displayed during self-diagnosis and their corrective actions.

Glossary of Terms

Defines technical terms and concepts related to the player and disc formats.

Glossary of Terms (continued)

DTS, DVD, and File Definitions

Defines DTS, DVD formats, and file types used with the player.

Software Types and Playback Formats

Explains film/video based software and normal (interlace) format for DVDs.

Glossary of Terms (continued)

Progressive Format and Super Audio CD Types

Defines progressive video format and various types of Super Audio CD discs.

Title, Track, and Video Index Definitions

Explains terms like Title, Track, and Video Index used in disc navigation.

Technical Specifications

System and Audio Characteristics

Details laser type, signal format, frequency response, S/N ratio, distortion, and dynamic range.

Output Specifications and Jacks

Lists output jack types, levels, impedances, and video signal specifications.

General and Environmental Specifications

Covers power requirements, dimensions, weight, operating conditions, and energy compliance.

Language Code List

ISO 639 Language Code Reference

A comprehensive list of language codes used for setting playback languages.

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