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Sony DVP-NS78H User Manual

Sony DVP-NS78H
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3-209-005-11(1)
Operating Instructions
© 2007 Sony Corporation
DVP-NS78H
CD/DVD
Player

Table of Contents

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Sony DVP-NS78H Specifications

General IconGeneral
Progressive scan outputYes
Device typeDVD recorder
Product colorBlack
Composite video out1
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth237 mm
Width430 mm
Height43 mm
Weight1920 g

Summary

WARNING

Notes About the Discs

Important guidelines for handling and caring for discs to ensure optimal performance.

Safety and Installation Precautions

Essential safety and operational advice for using the player to prevent hazards.

Detailed Precautions

Operational Safety Guidelines

Guidelines for safe operation, including electrical shock, heat, and placement advice.

Cleaning and Maintenance Advice

Instructions for cleaning the player and its components to maintain performance.

Important Usage Notice

A critical caution regarding potential damage to TV screens from static images.

Settings and Adjustments Overview

Using the Setup Display

Guide to navigating and using the player's on-screen setup menu for configuration.

Additional Information Overview

Covers troubleshooting, specifications, and other supplementary details.

Disc Compatibility and Region Codes

Playable and Incompatible Disc Formats

Details the types of discs the player can and cannot read, and format requirements.

Region Code Restrictions

Explanation of region code limitations for commercial DVD playback.

Disc Playback and Copyright Notes

Disc Finalization and Copyright Information

Notes on disc finalization, copyright protection, DualDiscs, and playback operations.

Player Controls and Connections

Front Panel Overview

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

Rear Panel Connection Ports

Details the various output and input jacks located on the back of the player.

Front Panel Display Indicators

Display Information During Playback

Explains the information shown on the front panel display during various playback modes.

Remote Control Guide

Remote Control Button Functions

Lists and describes the functions of each button on the supplied remote control.

Control Menu Display Guide

Navigating the Control Menu

Explains how to access and interpret the player's Control Menu for various functions.

Control Menu Item Reference

Playback and Setup Menu Items

Details menu options for controlling playback, searching, and adjusting settings.

Hookups and Connections Overview

Connecting the Player to Your System

Step-by-step guide to connecting the DVD player to your TV or audio system.

Step 1: Connecting Video Cords/HDMI Cords

Video Connection Options

Illustrates connections using composite, component, and SCART video outputs.

HDMI Connection for High-Quality Output

Details how to connect the player using an HDMI cable.

Video Connection Details and Notes

Progressive vs. Standard Video Signals

Explains video input types and the use of the PROGRESSIVE button.

HDMI, DVI, and SCART Connection Notes

Covers specific considerations for HDMI, DVI, and SCART interfaces.

HDMI Control and Progressive Settings

HDMI Control Features for Theatre Sync

Explains how HDMI control enables features like 'BRAVIA' Theatre Sync.

Using the Progressive Button

Guide to selecting progressive or interlaced video output modes.

Step 2: Connecting Audio Cords

Audio Connection Methods

Illustrates connecting audio via analog stereo or digital coaxial outputs.

Audio Connection Details

Analog Audio Output

Using the standard stereo RCA jacks for audio output.

Digital Audio Output Options

Connecting via digital coaxial or HDMI for enhanced audio formats.

Power Connection and Remote Setup

Connecting the Mains Lead

Instructions for plugging the player into a power source.

Remote Control Battery Installation

Guide to inserting batteries into the remote control for operation.

Remote Control TV Operation

Controlling Sony and Other TVs

Using the remote to operate TV functions, including code setup for other brands.

Quick Setup Guide

Initial Setup Steps for Language and TV Type

Walks through the essential initial configuration steps for language and TV type.

Quick Setup Configuration Details

Video Signal and Audio Output Configuration

Configuring video output formats and audio connection types.

Digital Audio Format Selection

Setting up Dolby Digital and DTS audio signals for compatible audio components.

Playback Operations Overview

Playing Discs and Player Standby

Instructions on inserting discs, starting playback, and putting the player in standby mode.

One-Touch Play Feature

Using the convenient One-Touch Play feature for automatic playback initiation.

Additional Playback Functions

Playback Control Operations

Details on stop, pause, resume, chapter/track skipping, and angle selection.

Fast Playback and Image Magnification

Using fast play, slow play, and zoom functions for enhanced viewing.

Disc Tray and Playback Features

Child Lock and Tray Locking

How to lock the disc tray to prevent unauthorized access.

Multi-Disc Resume and DVD Menus

Using multi-disc resume and navigating DVD menus for options.

DVD-VR and PBC Playback

Selecting Playback Titles and Interactive Playback

Choosing playback titles in DVD-VR mode and using PBC for VIDEO CDs.

Checking Disc Playback Time

Displaying current and remaining time information for tracks and titles.

Play Mode Functions

Programme Play Setup

Creating custom playback sequences by arranging titles, chapters, or tracks.

Programme Play and Shuffle Play

Creating Custom Programmes

Detailed steps for programming playback order and managing programmes.

Random Playback (Shuffle Play)

Playing tracks, chapters, or titles in a random, shuffled sequence.

Repeat Playback Modes

Shuffle Play Operations

Activating and managing shuffle play for different disc types.

Repeat Play Functionality

Setting the player to repeat entire discs, titles, chapters, or tracks.

A-B Repeat Play

Repeating Specific Sections

Defining start and end points to repeatedly play a specific segment of a title or chapter.

Custom Picture Mode Settings

Adjusting Picture Quality Presets

Selecting predefined picture modes like STANDARD, DYNAMIC, CINEMA, or MEMORY.

Custom Picture Mode Adjustments

Fine-Tuning Picture Settings

Adjusting individual picture elements like contrast, brightness, color, and hue in MEMORY mode.

Picture Enhancements

Sharpening the Picture (SHARPNESS)

Enhancing image outlines to create a sharper picture.

Adjusting Picture and Sound Delay (AV SYNC)

Synchronizing audio with video by adjusting the delay between picture and sound.

AV SYNC Reset and Disc Locking

Resetting AV SYNC Settings

How to return the AV SYNC setting to its default value.

Parental Control Features

Setting up custom parental controls and disc playback restrictions.

Custom Parental Control Setup

Setting and Managing Passwords

Creating, entering, and turning off the parental control password.

Limited Playback Parental Control

Restricting DVD playback based on age or content rating levels.

Parental Control Level and Password Management

Setting Playback Limitation Levels

Adjusting playback restrictions by selecting geographic areas and content levels.

Changing Your Password

Procedure for modifying the existing parental control password.

Searching for Specific Points on a Disc

Scan and Slow-Motion Playback

Quickly locating scenes using fast scan or slow-motion playback modes.

Advanced Scene Searching

Freeze Frame and Frame-by-Frame Playback

Stopping playback on a single frame or advancing one frame at a time.

Searching by Title, Chapter, or Track

Navigating discs by selecting specific titles, chapters, or tracks using numbers.

Disc Navigation Methods

Searching by Index, Scene, or Time Code

Using index numbers, time codes, or specific scenes to locate content.

Searching by Scene (Picture Navigation)

Visual Scene Selection

Using a 9-subscreen display to quickly find desired scenes.

Sound Adjustments

Changing Audio Tracks and Languages

Selecting different audio formats, channels, or languages available on discs.

Audio Signal Information

Checking Audio Signal Formats

Viewing information about the audio format of the current track or file.

TV Virtual Surround Settings (TVS)

Selecting TVS Sound Modes

Choosing from various virtual surround sound effects for enhanced audio.

Enjoying MP3 Audio and JPEG Images

Understanding MP3 and JPEG Files

Basics of MP3 audio and JPEG image compression technologies.

Supported DATA CD/DVD Formats

Details on the specific formats of DATA CDs and DVDs the player supports.

Playing MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image Files

Selecting Albums for Playback

Navigating and choosing albums containing MP3 audio or JPEG images.

Selecting MP3 and JPEG Files

Selecting MP3 Audio Tracks

Choosing specific MP3 audio tracks from an album for playback.

Selecting JPEG Image Files

Viewing individual JPEG image files within an album.

Image Manipulation (Rotate, Zoom)

Rotating and enlarging JPEG images for better viewing.

Enjoying JPEG Images as a Slide Show

Viewing JPEG Image Information

Displaying details like file name, date, and camera settings for JPEG images.

Slide Show with Sound

Viewing Slide Shows with Audio (MODE (MP3, JPEG))

Configuring modes to play JPEG images with MP3 audio or background sound.

Setting Slide Show Interval

Adjusting the display duration for each image in a slide show.

Slide Show Interval and Effects

Setting Slide Show Interval Duration

Configuring the time each slide is displayed in a slideshow.

Selecting Slide Transition Effects

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

Enjoying DivX® Videos

About DivX Video Files

Introduction to DivX video compression technology and player compatibility.

DivX File Playback Requirements

Specifications and limitations for playing DivX video files on the player.

Playing DivX Video Files

Selecting DivX Video Albums

Navigating and selecting albums containing DivX video files for playback.

Selecting DivX Video Files

Playing Specific DivX Video Files

Choosing and playing individual DivX video files from an album.

Navigating DivX Files and Albums

Moving between files within an album and selecting different albums.

Settings and Adjustments Overview

Using the Setup Display

Overview of the setup display for configuring player settings.

Initial Setup Process

Steps to access and navigate the player's setup menu for basic configuration.

Language Setup Options

Setting Display and Audio Languages

Configuring languages for on-screen displays, menus, audio tracks, and subtitles.

Screen Setup Options

TV Type and Aspect Ratio Configuration

Adjusting settings based on TV type (16:9 or 4:3) and aspect ratio.

HDMI Resolution and JPEG Settings

Configuring HDMI output resolution and JPEG image quality settings.

Display Settings Details

Video Output Standards and HDMI Signals

Selecting video output formats (SD, HD) and configuring HDMI signal types.

Screen Saver and Background Settings

Configuring screen saver behavior and background display options.

Line Output and Connection Notes

Selecting LINE output signals (VIDEO, S VIDEO, RGB) and related connection notes.

4:3 Output and Custom Settings

Adjusting 4:3 Aspect Ratio Output

Configuring how 4:3 aspect ratio content is displayed on 16:9 screens.

Custom Setup Menu Options

Configuring features like Auto Power Off, Auto Play, and Dimmer.

Custom Setup Configurations

Pause Mode, Track Selection, and DivX Settings

Setting pause mode behavior, prioritizing audio tracks, and managing DivX settings.

HDMI Control and Multi-Disc Resume

Managing HDMI control features and the multi-disc resume playback memory.

Audio Setup Configuration

Audio DRC, Downmix, and Digital Output Settings

Adjusting dynamic range, downmix methods, and digital output for various audio formats.

Dolby Digital, MPEG, and DTS Configuration

Configuring output for Dolby Digital, MPEG, and DTS audio formats.

Digital Audio Output Settings

PCM, MPEG, and DTS Signal Configuration

Setting PCM, MPEG, and DTS audio signal outputs for compatibility.

High-Frequency PCM and HDMI Audio Settings

Configuring sampling frequencies and HDMI audio output types.

Troubleshooting Guide

Power, Picture, and HDMI Issues

Resolving problems related to power, picture display, HDMI connections, and aspect ratios.

Sound and Connection Troubleshooting

Diagnosing and fixing issues with sound output and cable connections.

Operation and Playback Troubleshooting

Remote and Disc Playback Problems

Resolving issues with the remote control, disc not playing, or playback errors.

File Format and Audio Track Issues

Troubleshooting problems with MP3, JPEG, DivX files, and audio track playback.

Operation and Playback Troubleshooting

File Playback, Language, and Player Errors

Addressing issues with DivX video playback, file names, language selection, and general player errors.

Automatic Playback and Function Errors

Resolving issues with automatic playback, abnormal operation, and non-functional features.

Self-Diagnosis Function

Understanding Service Numbers and Error Correction

Interpreting service numbers displayed during self-diagnosis for error correction.

Product Specifications

System, Audio, and Output Specifications

Technical details about the laser, audio characteristics, and output connections.

General Specifications and Supplied Accessories

Information on power, dimensions, operating conditions, and included items.

Code Lists for Settings

Language Code Reference

Reference table for language codes used in the player's settings.

Parental Control Area Code Reference

List of codes for setting parental control restrictions by geographic region.

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