Sony SLV-D550P User Manual

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DVD Player/
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Operating Instructions
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Sony SLV-D550P Specifications

General

Type	DVD Player/VCR Combo
DVD Playback	Yes
VCR Playback	Yes
Progressive Scan	Yes
Remote Control	Yes
Playable Media	CD, DVD, VHS
Audio Formats Supported	Dolby Digital, DTS
Output Connections	Composite Video, S-Video
Region Code	1

Summary

WARNING

Cautionary Notes

Precautions regarding electrical shock, optical instruments, and liquid hazards.

General Precautions

Operating guidelines, power source, installation, and environmental considerations.

Important Safety Instructions

DVD Precautions and Operation

Safety, operation, volume adjustment, and cleaning guidelines for DVDs.

Getting Started

Step 1: Unpacking

Setting Up the Remote Commander

Inserting Batteries and Basic Operation

Basic Hookups

Selecting the Best Hookup Option

Choosing the appropriate connection method based on available inputs.

Audio/Video (A/V) Hookup

Step 4: Selecting a Language

Changing the On-Screen Display Language

Step 5: Setting the Clock

Using the Auto Clock Set Feature

Automatically setting the clock using broadcast time signals.

Using Manual Clock Set

Step-by-step guide to manually setting the date and time.

Step 6: Presetting Channels

Presetting All Receivable Channels Automatically

Automatically scanning and storing receivable TV channels.

Presetting/Disabling Channels Manually

Manually adding or deleting specific channels for custom tuning.

Step 7: Setting Up the VCR Plus+® System

How the VCR Plus+ System Works

Basic Operations

Playing Discs

Loading and starting playback of various disc types.

Additional Playback Tasks and Notes

Using playback controls, tips, and notes for disc playback.

Guide to the On-Screen Display

Understanding Disc Information

Adjusting Playback Picture (Custom AV Mode)

Custom AV Mode Settings

Playing a Tape

Inserting and Playing VHS Tapes

Inserting and initiating playback of VHS tapes.

Tape Playback Controls and Functions

Using stop, pause, skip, rewind, and slow-motion playback.

Recording TV Programs

Direct Recording Procedures

Setting up and initiating direct TV program recording.

Checking Tape Length and Maximum Recording Time

Recording TV Programs Using the Timer

Presetting Programs for Timed Recording

Presetting up to eight programs for automatic recording.

Recording TV Programs Using the Dial Timer

Setting Timer Recordings with the Dial Timer

Recording TV Programs Using the VCR Plus+® System

Programming Recordings with PlusCode Numbers

Checking, Changing, or Canceling Timer Settings

Managing Timer Recording Schedules

Managing existing timer recording schedules.

Advanced Hookups

A/V Receiver Connections

Video Connections (S-Video/Component)

DVD Settings and Adjustments

Audio Setup

Screen Setup

Setting the "Progressive" Setting

Enabling Progressive Scan Output

Parental Control (Limiting Playback)

Setting Playback Restrictions by Rating Level

Quick Timer Recording

Setting Recording Duration

Recording Stereo and Bilingual Programs

Selecting Sound Options for Recording

Searching Using Various Functions

Tape Search Methods

Adjusting the Picture (Tracking)

Manual Tracking Adjustment

Editing with Another VCR

Connecting and Recording from Another VCR

Troubleshooting

General Troubleshooting: Power, Clock, Remote, TV Control

Common issues like power, clock, remote, and TV control problems.

Troubleshooting: No Picture/Noise and Aspect Ratio Issues

Resolving picture and sound issues related to DVD playback.

Disc Playback and File Format Issues

Troubleshooting disc playback, MP3/JPEG files, and operational errors.

Language, Angle, Operation, and VCR Playback Problems

Addressing language, angle, operation, and VCR playback issues.

Tape Insertion, Timer, and Mechanism Issues

Resolving tape insertion, timer, and VCR mechanism problems.