Sony_DVD_VCR_Combo

3-091-712-12 (1) US

DVD Player/

Video Cassette

Recorder

Operating Instructions

For customers in the USA

If you have any questions about your Sony DVD-VCR, you may call Sony Customer Information Services Company at 1-800-VHS-SONY (847-7669).

For all other Sony product questions, please call Sony Customer Information Services Company at 1-800-222-SONY (7669).

Or write to: Sony Customer Information Services Company 12451 Gateway Boulevard Ft. Myers, FL 33913

For Customers in Canada

If this product is not working properly, please call 1-877-602-2008 for Peace of Mind

Warranty Replacement service.

For other product related questions please contact our Customer Information Service

Center at 1-877-899-7669 or write to us at: Customer Information Service 115 Gordon

Baker Road, Toronto, Ontario, M2H 3R6

SLV-D550P!

SLV-D350P

?? 2004 Sony Corporation

WARNING

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

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

CAUTION

The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this DVD player is harmful to eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet.

Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

USE OF ANY CONTROLS,

ADJUSTMENTS, OR

PROCEDURES OTHER THAN

THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN

MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS

RADIATION EXPOSURE.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated ???dangerous voltage??? within the product???s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

CAUTION

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC

SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE

OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,

FULLY INSERT.

For customers in the U.S.A

Owner???s Record

The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. ______________

Serial No.______________

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Note

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

???Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

???Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

???Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

???Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Welcome!

Thank you for purchasing this Sony DVD Player/Video Cassette Recorder. Before operating this player, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

General

Precautions

???Operate the unit only on 120 V AC, 60 Hz.

???This unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.

???Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if you do not intend to use it for an extended period of time. To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug, never by the cord.

???If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside the unit and cause damage to the video head and tape. When you first install the unit, or when you move it from a cold to a warm location, wait for about three hours before operating the unit.

???Do not install the unit in a confined space such as a book or similar unit.

???Do not install the unit in an inclined position. It is designed to be operated in a horizontal position only.

???Keep the unit and cassettes away from equipment with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens or large loudspeakers.

???Do not place heavy objects on the unit.

2 WARNING

Important Safety

Instructions

1Read these instructions.

2Keep these instructions.

3Heed all warnings.

4Follow all instructions.

5Do not use this apparatus near water.

6Clean only with dry cloth.

7Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer???s instructions.

8Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

DVD Precautions

On safety

???Caution ??? The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.

???To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

???Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the player and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

On operation

???If the player is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense on the lenses inside the player. Should this occur, the player may not operate properly. In this case, remove the disc and leave the player turned on for about half an hour until the moisture evaporates.

???When you move the player, take out any discs. If you don???t, the disc may be damaged.

On adjusting volume when playing

DVD

Do not turn up the volume while listening to a section with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level section is played.

On cleaning discs

Do not use a commercially available cleaning disc. It may cause a malfunction.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Caution: This player is capable of holding a still video image or on-screen display image on your television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still video image or on-screen display image displayed on your TV for an extended period of time you risk permanent damage to your television screen. Projection televisions are especially susceptible to this.

Important Safety Instructions 3

Table of contents

2WARNING

2Welcome!

2General Precautions

3Important Safety Instructions

3DVD Precautions

6About this manual

6This player can play the following discs

8Notes about discs

Getting Started

9Step 1 : Unpacking

10Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander

13Step 3 : Basic hookups

20Step 4 : Selecting a language

22Step 5 : Setting the clock

26Step 6 : Presetting channels

30Step 7 : Setting up the VCR Plus+?? system (SLV-D550P only)

Basic Operations

33 Playing discs

37 Guide to the on-screen display

40Locking the disc tray (Child Lock)

41Playing a tape

44 Recording TV programs

47Recording TV programs using the timer

50Recording TV programs using the Dial Timer (SLV-D550P only)

55Recording TV programs using the VCR Plus+?? system (SLV-D550P only)

58Checking/changing/canceling timer settings

60 Locking the DVD-VCR (Child Lock)

Advanced Hookups

61 A/V Receiver hookup

63 S-Video/Component Video hookup

DVD Settings and

Adjustments

65 Audio Setup

67 Screen Setup

71Setting the display or sound track language

73Parental Control (limiting playback by children)

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DVD Additional Operations

76 Using the DVD???s menu

78Zooming into a scene

79Changing the angles

80Displaying the subtitle

81Various play mode functions (Program play, Shuffle play, Repeat play)

86Changing the sound

87Virtual surround setting

89 Playing an MP3 audio track

93 Playing JPEG image files

97Playing VIDEO CDs with ???PBC ON/ OFF??? Functions

VCR Additional Operations

99 Quick Timer Recording

100Recording stereo and bilingual programs

101Searching using various functions

103Adjusting the picture (tracking)

104Changing menu options

106Editing with another VCR

Additional Information

108 General setup information

112 Troubleshooting

117 Glossary

119Specifications

120Index to parts and controls

125DVD Audio/Subtitle Language

126Index

*VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.

The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.

Caution

For use of the VCR

Television programs, films, video tapes and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such material may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws. Also, use of this recorder with cable television transmission may require authorization from the cable television transmission and/or program owner.

For use of the DVD player

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

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About this manual

Check your model name

The instructions in this manual are for the 2 models: SLV-D550P and SLV-D350P. Check your model name by looking at the rear panel of your DVD-VCR.

SLV-D550P is the model used for illustration purposes. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, ???SLV-D550P only???.

???This manual mainly explains operations using the remote, but the same operations can also be performed using the buttons on the DVD-VCR having the same or similar names.

??????DVD??? may be used as a general term for DVD VIDEOs, DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs, and DVD+RWs/ DVD+Rs.

???The meaning of the icons used in this manual is described below:

Icon Meaning

Functions available for DVD

VIDEOs and DVD-RWs/DVD-

Rs in video mode or DVD+RWs/

DVD+Rs

Functions available for DVD- RWs in VR (Video Recording) mode

Functions available for VIDEO

CDs, Super VCDs or CD-Rs/CD-

RWs in video CD format or Super

VCD format

Functions available for DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD- RWs containing MP3* audio tracks or JPEG files)

Functions available for music

CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music

CD format

Functions available for VHS

VIDEOs

*MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio data.

This player can play the following discs

Format of discs

DVD VIDEO

DVD-RW

VIDEO CD

Music CD

???DVD VIDEO??? and ???DVD-RW??? are trademarks.

Region code

Your player has a region code printed on the back of the unit and only will play DVD VIDEO discs (playback only) labeled with identical region codes. This system is used to protect copyrights.

DVDs labeled ALL will also play on this player.

If you try to play any other DVD VIDEO, the message ???Playback prohibited by area limitations.??? will appear on the TV screen. Depending on the DVD VIDEO, no region code indication may be labeled even though playing the DVD VIDEO is prohibited by area restrictions.

6 About this manual

Example of discs that the player cannot play

The player cannot play the following discs:

???All CD-ROMs (including PHOTO CDs)/CD- Rs/CD-RWs other than those recorded in the following formats:

???music CD format

???video CD format

???MP3 or JPEG format that conforms to ISO9660* Level 1/Level 2

???Data part of CD-Extras

???DVD-ROMs

???DVD Audio discs

???HD layer on Super Audio CDs

*A logical format of files and folders on CD-ROMs, defined by ISO (International Standard Organization).

Also, the player cannot play the following discs:

???A DVD VIDEO with a different region code.

???A disc recorded in a color system other than NTSC, such as PAL or SECAM (this player conforms to the NTSC color system).

???A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g., card, heart).

???A disc with paper or stickers on it.

???A disc that has the adhesive of cellophane tape or a sticker still left on it.

Notes about DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs, DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, or CD-Rs/CD- RWs

Some 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 disc, or the characteristics of the recording device and authoring software.

The disc will not play if it has not been correctly finalized. Also, images in DVD-RW discs with CPRM* protection may not be played if they contain a copy protection signal.

*CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) is a coding technology that protects the copyright of images.

Note on playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs

Some playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs may be intentionally set by software producers. Since this player plays DVDs and VIDEO CDs according to the disc contents the software producers designed, some playback features may not be available. Also, refer to the instructions supplied with the DVDs or VIDEO CDs.

Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies

This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, various music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies are marketed by some record companies. Please be aware that among those discs, there are some that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product.

This player can play the following discs 7

Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander

Inserting the batteries

Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and ??? on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment.

Insert the negative (???) end first, then push in and down until the positive (+) end clicks into position.

Using the remote commander

Remote sensor

Notes

???With normal use, the batteries should last about three to six months.

???If you do not use the remote commander for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage.

???Do not use a new battery with an old one.

???Do not use different types of batteries.

???Do not leave the remote commander in an extremely hot or humid place.

???Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries.

???Do not expose the remote sensor to direct light from the sun or lighting apparatus. Doing so may cause a malfunction.

10 Setting up the remote commander

Controlling other TVs with the remote commander

The remote commander is preprogrammed to control non-Sony TVs. If your TV is listed in the following table, set the appropriate manufacturer???s code number.

1 Set TV / DVD??VIDEO at the top of the remote commander to TV.

2 Hold down ?/1, and enter your TV???s code number using the number buttons. Then release ?/1.

Now you can use the ?/1, VOL +/???, CH +/???, MUTING*, TV/VIDEO and ENTER* buttons to control your TV. You can also use the buttons marked with a dot (???) to control a Sony TV. To control the DVD-VCR, reset TV / DVD??VIDEO to DVD??VIDEO.

* for Sony TV only

Code numbers of controllable TVs

If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one that works with your TV.

Started Getting

continued

Setting up the remote commander 11

Step 3 : Basic hookups

Selecting the best hookup option

There are many ways in which your DVD-VCR can be hooked up. To hook up your DVD-VCR so that it works best for you, first scan through the table below. Then use the accompanying diagrams and procedures on the following pages to set up your DVD-VCR.

If your TV has audio/video inputs, refer to page 14 for audio/video (A/V) hookup. Then follow one of the hookups below. If your TV does not have A/V inputs, go directly to one of the hookups below.

After you have completed the connections, follow the instructions for setup.

After you have completed the setup, you are ready to use your DVD-VCR.

Procedures differ depending on the hookup you used.

Caution

Connections between the DVD-VCR???s VHF/UHF connector and the antenna terminals of the TV receiver should be made only as shown in the following instructions. Failure to do so may result in operation that violates the regulations of the Federal Communications Commission regarding the use and operation of RF devices. Never connect the output of the DVD-VCR to an antenna or make simultaneous (parallel) antenna and DVD-VCR connections at the antenna terminals of your receiver.

Note to CATV system installer (in USA)

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer???s attention to Article 820- 40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

continued

Basic hookups 13

Audio/video (A/V) hookup

If your TV has audio/video (A/V) input jacks, you will get better picture and sound if you hook up your DVD-VCR using these connections. If your TV does not have A/V inputs, see the following pages for antenna or cable hookups. Note that ???Advanced Hookups??? (page 61) explains additional hookup methods that will optimize the picture and sound for a true ???hometheater??? experience.

If you are not planning to use your DVD-VCR to record programs, you only need to make the connections shown on this page. If you want to record regular or cable TV programs, complete these connections first, and then go to the following pages for antenna or cable hookups.

A Use this hookup if your TV has stereo jacks

Audio/video cord (supplied)

Audio cord (not supplied)

B Use this hookup if your TV does not have stereo jacks

Video cord (not supplied)

Audio cord (not supplied)

Notes

???To play a tape/disc in stereo, you must use the A/V connection.

???If you do not have a stereo receiver, connect the white LINE OUT/AUDIO L jack to the AUDIO IN jack on your TV.

14 Basic hookups

Hookup 1 (Plug and Play)

Antenna hookup

Make the following connections if you are using an antenna (if you do not have cable TV).

A Use this hookup if you are using:

???VHF/UHF antenna (you get channels 2???13 and channels 14 and higher)

???UHF-only antenna (you get channels 14 and higher)

???Separate VHF and UHF antennas

Started Getting

DVD-VCR

Rear of TV

VHF/UHF

A Match the type of connector on your

TV: A, B, or C.

VHF

UHF

VHF

UHF

BUse this hookup if you are using a VHF-only antenna (you get channels 2???13 only)

DVD-VCR

Rear of TV

VHF/UHF

A Match the type of connector on your

TV: A, B, or C.

VHF

B For connector types B and C, no

UHF UHF connection is

required.

VHF

UHF

If you cannot connect your antenna cable to the DVD-VCR directly

If your antenna cable is a flat cable (300-ohm twin lead cable), attach an external antenna connector (not supplied) so you can connect the cable to the IN connector. If you have separate cables for VHF and UHF antennas, you should use a U/V band mixer (not supplied) (page 111).

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Basic hookups 15

Hookup 1 : DVD-VCR setup

Plug the DVD-VCR into an AC outlet.

The DVD-VCR automatically presets the DVD-VCR???s clock and TV channels when the DVD-VCR is plugged into the AC outlet.

to AC outlet

AC power cord

The DVD-VCR starts presetting the clock and channels.

When Auto preset is completed, the current time appears in the display window.

You have now completed DVD-VCR setup.

To change the on-screen display language to French or Spanish, see ???Step 4 : Selecting a language??? on page 20.

The clock is set using a time signal provided by some TV channels. If the clock is incorrect, or ???--:--??? appears in the display window, see ???Using Manual Clock Set??? on page 24.

To add or disable channels manually, see ???Presetting/disabling channels manually??? on page 28.

Notes

???If you connect the AC power cord before the antenna connections are completed, the channels may be incorrectly set. If this happens, see ???Step 6 : Presetting channels??? on page 26.

???Do not press any buttons on the DVD-VCR or remote commander during Auto preset.

???Auto preset starts automatically only when you plug in the AC power cord for the first time after you purchase the DVD-VCR.

???Auto preset can be performed by pressing x on the unit continuously for 5 seconds or more with the DVD-VCR power turned off.

16 Basic hookups

Hookup 2 (Plug and Play)

You have no cable box, or a cable box with only a few scrambled channels

Recommended use

Use this hookup if you do not have a cable box. Also use this hookup if your cable system scrambles only a few channels.

What you can do with this hookup

??? Record any unscrambled channel by selecting the channel on the VCR

What you cannot do

??? Record scrambled channels that require a cable box

Started Getting

DVD-VCR

Wall

Rear of TV

VHF/UHF

required.

UHF

continued

Basic hookups 17

Hookup 2 : DVD-VCR setup

Plug the DVD-VCR into an AC outlet.

The DVD-VCR automatically presets the DVD-VCR???s clock and TV channels when the DVD-VCR is plugged into the AC outlet.

to AC outlet

AC power cord

The DVD-VCR starts presetting the clock and channels.

When Auto preset is completed, the current time appears in the display window.

You have now completed DVD-VCR setup.

To change the on-screen display language to French or Spanish, see ???Step 4 : Selecting a language??? on page 20.

The clock is set using a time signal provided by some TV channels. If the clock is incorrect, or ???--:--??? appears in the display window, see ???Using Manual Clock Set??? on page 24.

To add or disable channels manually, see ???Presetting/disabling channels manually??? on page 28.

Notes

???If you connect the AC power cord before the antenna connections are completed, the channels may be incorrectly set. If this happens, see ???Step 6 : Presetting channels??? on page 26.

???Do not press any buttons on the DVD-VCR or remote commander during Auto preset.

???Auto preset starts automatically only when you plug in the AC power cord for the first time after you purchase the DVD-VCR.

???Auto preset can be performed by pressing x on the unit continuously for 5 seconds or more with the DVD-VCR power turned off.

18 Basic hookups

Hookup 3

Connecting a cable box with many scrambled channels

Recommended use

Use this hookup if your cable system scrambles all or most channels.

What you can do with this hookup

??? Record any channel by selecting the channel on the cable box

What you cannot do

???Record with the cable box turned off

???Record one channel while watching another channel

Started Getting

Wall

Cable box

Rear of TV

VHF/UHF

A Match the type of connector on your TV: A, B, or C.

VHF

DVD-VCR

After you have completed hookup???

After you have completed hookup, plug the DVD-VCR into an AC outlet and see ???Step 4 : Selecting a language??? on page 20.

to AC outlet

AC power cord

Basic hookups 19

Step 4 : Selecting a language

You can change the on-screen display language.

Before you start???

??? Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.

??? To control the DVD-VCR, set TV / DVD??VIDEO to DVD??VIDEO on the remote (page 10).

??? Set the ???RF Output Channel??? to ???3CH??? or ???4CH??? in ???OPTION SETUP??? menu (page 108). If your TV is connected to the DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to video input.

??? If the DVD player is in play mode, you cannot display the setup menu. Stop the DVD playback.

SET UP

V/v

ENTER

Press SET UP, then press V/v to select (OPTION) and press ENTER.

OPTION SETUP

Press V/v to select the desired language, English, Spanish or French, then press ENTER.

20 Selecting a language

Step 5 : Setting the clock

Using the Auto Clock Set feature

Some TV and cable channels transmit time signals with their broadcasts. Your DVD- VCR can pick up this time signal to automatically set the clock.

The Auto Clock Set feature works only if a channel in your area is broadcasting a time signal. If broadcasters in your area are not yet sending time signals, set the time manually (page 24).

Before you start???

???Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. When using a cable box, turn it on.

???To control the DVD-VCR, set TV / DVD??VIDEO to DVD??VIDEO on the remote (page 10).

???Set the ???RF Output Channel??? to ???3CH??? or ???4CH??? in ???OPTION SETUP??? menu (page 108). If your TV is connected to the DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to video input.

???If the DVD player is in play mode, you cannot display the setup menu. Stop the DVD playback.

SET UP

V/v/B/b

ENTER

O RETURN

Press SET UP, then press V/v to select (OPTION) and press ENTER.

OPTION SETUP

The ???CLOCK SET/ADJUST??? menu appears.

22 Setting the clock

Notes

???The clock cannot be set automatically if you do not receive a channel that carries a time signal in your area. If so, set the clock manually (page 24).

???If there are only a few channels in your area that carry time signals, setting the clock automatically may take up to about 20 minutes. If nothing happens even after you wait about 20 minutes, set the clock manually (page 24).

???If you made Hookup 3, make sure you leave the cable box on.

???To record TV programs using the timer, you must set the clock accurately.

???The clock display appears when VIDEO mode is selected with no tape inserted or when the DVD-VCR is turned off.

Using Manual Clock Set

Before you start???

???Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.

???To control the DVD-VCR, set TV / DVD??VIDEO to DVD??VIDEO on the remote (page 10).

???Set the ???RF Output Channel??? to ???3CH??? or ???4CH??? in ???OPTION SETUP??? menu (page 108). If your TV is connected to the DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to video input.

???If the DVD player is in play mode, you cannot display the setup menu. Stop the DVD playback.

SET UP

V/v/B/b

ENTER

Press SET UP, then press V/v to select (OPTION) and press ENTER.

OPTION SETUP

The ???CLOCK SET/ADJUST??? menu appears.

24 Setting the clock

Press b to select the minutes and set the minutes by pressing V/v.

CLOCK SET/ADJUST

Time Date Year

12:00AM 1/01 2004 Thu

VvB b ENTER RETURN SET UP

Press ENTER to confirm the setting.

Press SET UP to exit the menu.

Tip

???To change the digits while setting, press B to return to the item to be changed, and select the digits by pressing V/v.

Notes

???To record TV programs using the timer, you must set the clock accurately.

???The clock display appears when VIDEO mode is selected with no tape inserted or when the DVD-VCR is turned off.

Setting the clock 25

Step 6 : Presetting channels

This DVD-VCR is capable of receiving VHF channels 2 to 13, UHF channels 14 to 69 and unscrambled CATV channels 1 to 125. First, we recommend that you preset the receivable channels in your area using automatic presetting methods. Then, if there are any unwanted channels, disable them manually. If you have already decided which channels you wish to preset, set them directly using manual presetting methods (page 28).

Presetting all receivable channels automatically

Before you start???

???Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. When using a cable box, turn it on.

???To control the DVD-VCR, set TV / DVD??VIDEO to DVD??VIDEO on the remote (page 10).

???Set the ???RF Output Channel??? to ???3CH??? or ???4CH??? in ???OPTION SETUP??? menu (page 108). If your TV is connected to the DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to video input.

???If the DVD player is in play mode, you cannot display the setup menu. Stop the DVD playback.

SET UP

V/v/B/b

ENTER

OPTION SETUP

26 Presetting channels

???To preset cable TV channels: Press B/b to select ???Cable TV.???

???To preset VHF and UHF channels: Press B/b to select ???Antenna.???

CHANNEL SETUP

Press V/v to select ???Auto Channel Memory,??? then press ENTER.

All receivable channels are preset in numerical sequence. When no more receivable channels can be found, presetting stops and the picture from the lowest numbered channel is displayed on the TV screen.

AUTO CH MEMORY

Memorizing

Please Wait

RETURN SET UP

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Presetting channels 27

Presetting/disabling channels manually

Before you start???

??? Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. When using a cable box, turn it on.

??? To control the DVD-VCR, set TV / DVD??VIDEO to DVD??VIDEO on the remote (page 10).

??? Set the ???RF Output Channel??? to ???3CH??? or ???4CH??? in ???OPTION SETUP??? menu (page 108). If your TV is connected to the DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to video input.

??? If the DVD player is in play mode, you cannot display the setup menu. Stop the DVD playback.

CH +/???

Number buttons

SET UP

V/v/B/b

ENTER

O RETURN

Press SET UP, then press V/v to select (OPTION) and press ENTER.

OPTION SETUP

Press V/v to select ???Channel Add/Delete,??? then press ENTER.

28 Presetting channels

1 Press CH +/??? or number buttons to enter the channel number.

2 Press B/b to select ???ADD??? (in memory) or ???DELETE??? (deleted).

3 Press ENTER.

Channel to be preset

CHANNEL ADD/DELETE

Select channel: (in memory)

and press to ADD press to DELETE

Channel to be disabled

CHANNEL ADD/DELETE Select channel:

(deleted)

and press to ADD press to DELETE

Started Getting

Press O RETURN to confirm the setting.

Press SET UP to exit the menu.

Note

??? If you have not preset channels automatically, you cannot preset/disable channels manually.

Presetting channels 29

Step 7 : Setting up the VCR Plus+?? system

(SLV-D550P only)

How the VCR Plus+ system works

Whenever you want to record a TV program, all you need to do is look up the ???PlusCode??? number, a number assigned to each program published in the TV section of most newspapers, cable TV listings, and even TV GUIDE magazine. Then, just enter the PlusCode number of the program you want and the VCR is automatically programmed to record that show. It???s that simple.

Example of ???PlusCode???

(1hr. 15min.) 73457

How to set up your VCR

Setting up your VCR involves coordinating the TV channel number (the number you turn to on your TV or VCR to watch a program) with the guide channel (the number that is assigned to that channel in your program guide).

To find the guide channel numbers, look at the ???Channel Line-up Chart??? in the program guide for your area that features VCR PlusCode numbers. It usually looks like the example to the right.

To set the guide channels, use the Channel Line-up Chart to check that the guide channel numbers match the TV channel your VCR receives. For example, if HBO is listed in the Channel Line-up Chart as channel 33, and your VCR receives HBO on channel 5, you need to coordinate these numbers using the following procedure. If the guide and TV channel numbers are the same, you can skip this procedure.

Example of ???Channel Line-up Chart???

30 Setting up the VCR Plus+?? system (SLV-D550P only)

Press V/v to select ???Guide Channel Setup,??? then press ENTER.

GUIDE CHANNEL SETUP

[GUIDE CH]

[TV CH] Enter actual

receiving channel

The upper row shows VCR Plus+ guide channels and the lower row shows TV channels or cable box out put channels. Press B/b to select the channel number that does not match the guide channel.

???If you made Hookup 1 (page 15) or 2 (page 17): Enter the actual number on your TV (and VCR), then press V/v.

???If you made Hookup 3 (page 19): Enter the cable box output channel (usually 2, 3, or 4), then press V/v.

Repeat steps 4 and 5 for each channel number that does not match.

Press O RETURN to confirm the setting.

Press SET UP to exit the menu.

32 Setting up the VCR Plus+?? system (SLV-D550P only)

Basic Operations

Playing discs

Depending on the disc, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your disc.

Before you start ...

???Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.

???Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen.

???Set TV / DVD??VIDEO to DVD??VIDEO, then press SELECT DVD to control the DVD player (page 10).

?/1

m/M y

./ >

X PAUSE x STOP

H PLAY

Operations Basic

with the playback side facing down

continued

Playing discs 33

* ?????? ??? ??? ??? ?????? appears when no disc is loaded.

Additional tasks

*1 If you pause the DVD player for more than 5 minutes, the DVD player will automatically stop.

*2 For DVD VIDEOs and the DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs only

*3 For DVD VIDEOs and the DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs or DVD+RWs only

Tips

???The Instant Replay function is useful when you want to review a scene or dialog that you missed.

???The Instant Advance function is useful when you want to pass over a scene that you don???t want to watch.

Notes

???You may not be able to use the Instant Replay or Instant Advance function with some scenes.

???Switching between original (ORG) and play list (PL) within a disc recorded in VR mode is possible only while the disc is stopped. Press TOP MENU to switch between ORG and PL.

34 Playing discs

To Resume playback for the current disc (Resume Play)

The DVD player remembers the point where you stopped the disc even if the DVD player enters standby mode by pressing ?/1.

1 While playing a disc, press x STOP to stop playback.

2 Press H PLAY.

The DVD player starts playback from the point where you stopped the disc in Step 1.

Tip

??? To begin playback from the top of the disc, press x STOP twice then press H PLAY.

To locate a point quickly by playing a disc in fast forward or fast reverse in continuous play mode

Press m or M on the remote.

Each time you press the button, the playback speed changes as follows.

???DVD:

PLAY t FF1/FR1 t FF2/FR2 t FF3/FR3 t FF4/FR4 t FF5/FR5 t FF6/FR6

???CD, MP3 and VIDEO CD:

PLAY t FF1/FR1 t FF2/FR2 t FF3/FR3

When you find the point you want, press H PLAY.

Note

???The fast reverse operation may not be possible for CD, MP3 and VIDEO CD depending on the recording method.

To locate a point quickly in continuous play mode (CD and MP3 only)

During playback, hold down m or M on the unit.

The playback speed changes as follows.

PLAY t FF1/FR1 t FF2/FR2 t FF3/FR3

Note

???The fast reverse operation may not be possible for CD, MP3 and VIDEO CD depending on the recording method.

To watch slow motion in continuous play mode (DVD and VIDEO CD only)

Press X PAUSE, then press or y. With each press, the playback speed changes cyclically as follows.

*You can not watch reverse slow motion with DVD-RW in VR mode. Reverse slow motion playback also may not be possible for some VIDEO CDs depending on the recording method.

Operations Basic

To resume normal playback, press H PLAY.

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Playing discs 35

Tip

???To make a video timer reservation during DVD playback, we recommend performing the operations under ???Quick Timer Recording??? (page 99).

Notes

???You can change the screen type using the ???SCREEN SETUP??? menu. (See ???Screen Setup??? on page 67)

???Do not perform VIDEO playback while playing back a disc.

???If you play a DVD or VIDEO CD that has scratches, the player may stop playback at the point of the scratch.

???Except for during normal play or FF1 play, no sound is output.

???Discs recorded in VR mode with Once Copy signal cannot be played because of copyright protection.

???Playback of play lists longer than 10 hours recorded in VR mode is not guaranteed.

Notes on playing DTS* sound tracks on a CD

???When playing DTS-encoded CDs, excessive noise will be heard from the analog stereo jacks. To avoid possible damage to the audio system, the consumer should take proper precautions when the analog stereo jacks of the DVD player are connected to an amplification system. To enjoy DTS Digital Surround??? playback, an external 5.1-channel decoder system must be connected to the digital jack of the DVD player.

???Set the sound to ???STEREO??? using the AUDIO button when you play DTS sound tracks on a CD (page 86).

???Do not play DTS sound tracks without first connecting the DVD player to an audio component having a built-in DTS decoder. The DVD player outputs the DTS signal via the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) jack even if ???DTS??? is set to ???Off??? in ???AUDIO SETUP??? menu (page 65), and may affect your ears or cause your speakers to be damaged.

Notes on playing DVDs with a DTS sound track

???DTS audio signals are output only through the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) jack.

???When you play a DVD with DTS sound tracks, set ???DTS??? to ???On??? in ???AUDIO SETUP??? menu (page 65).

???If you connect the player to audio equipment without a DTS decoder, do not set ???DTS??? to ???On??? in ???AUDIO SETUP??? menu (page 65). A loud noise may come out from the speakers, affecting your ears or causing the speakers to be damaged.

* ???DTS??? and ???DTS Digital Out??? are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

36 Playing discs

Guide to the on-screen display

You can check disc information during

playback.Number buttons

The displayed contents differ according to the type of disc being played.

V/v/B/b

ENTER

O RETURN

DISPLAY

Operations Basic

Press DISPLAY during playback. The following information appears; type of disc, current title/track, chapter, counter position, voice language, subtitle language and Custom AV Mode setting. Refer to ???DVD Audio/Subtitle Language??? on page 125 for the abbreviation of the language.

Type of disc Current title/track number Current chapter number Counter position Voice language Subtitle language Custom AV Mode

1/3

1/36

Standard

VvB b 0 ~ 9 ENTER

Note

??? You cannot select disc information items when the disc is stopped.

continued

Guide to the on-screen display 37

Press ENTER to start playback.

To playback the desired title/track or chapter

You can playback the desired title/track or chapter using this menu.

1 Press V/v during playback to select the desired item.

2 Press B/b to change the item.

3 Press ENTER to start playback.

4 Press DISPLAY or O RETURN to turn off the menu.

1/3

1/36

Standard

VvB b 0 ~ 9 ENTER

The title/track or chapter icon will appear on the DVD playback screen followed by the current title/track or chapter number and the counter position.

To playback from the desired title/track counter position

You can playback from the desired title/track counter position using this menu.

1 Press V/v during playback to select the counter position icon.

2 Enter the desired elapsed playing time of the current title/track using the number buttons.

4 Press DISPLAY or O RETURN to turn off the menu.

1/3

1/36

Standard

VvB b 0 ~ 9 ENTER

Tip

???You can change the counter position information (playing time or remaining time) using B/b (DVD and CD only).

DVD

38 Guide to the on-screen display

* If you pause the VCR for more than 5 minutes, the VCR will automatically resume play.

To play a recently watched scene

You can immediately rewind and playback the scene you want to watch again.

During playback, press REPLAY. The VCR rewinds the tape about 10 seconds in the SP mode (about 15 seconds in the EP mode) on the counter for each press of the button, and restarts playback.

To skip playback

You can skip a scene that you do not want to watch (such as a commercial) and restart playback.

During playback, press SKIP. The VCR skips the tape 30 seconds on the counter each time the button is pressed (up to four times) and playback is resumed.

To turn off the power while rewinding (Rewind Shut Off)

Press ?/1 while the tape is rewinding. The power will turn off but the tape will keep rewinding until it reaches the end.

To play/search at various speeds

42 Playing a tape

To resume normal playback

Press H PLAY.

To use the time counter

Press CLEAR at the point on the tape that you want to find later. The counter in the display window resets to ???0:00:00.??? To search for the counter 0:00:00 point automatically, see ???To search for the counter 0:00:00 point??? on page 102.

To display the counter on the TV screen, press DISPLAY during normal playback.

Tip

???Adjust the picture using the TRACKING +/??? buttons if:

???Streaks appear while playing in slow motion.

???The picture shakes during pause.

Notes

???Tapes recorded in the LP mode on other VCRs can be played back on this VCR but the picture quality cannot be guaranteed.

???The counter resets to ???0:00:00??? whenever a tape is reinserted.

???The counter stops counting when it comes to a portion with no recording.

???When 10 hours have passed, the counter in the display window returns to ???0:00:00??? and the count starts over again.

???The sound is muted during playback at various speeds.

???The picture may show noise when playing at high speed in reverse.

???While playing a tape, you can display the setup menu, but the remote commander???s function switches to DVD automatically. Press O RETURN repeatedly to exit the menu.

???When playback does not start even if you insert a tape with its safety tab removed, set ???Auto Play??? to ???On??? in the ???VIDEO FUNCTION SETUP??? menu (page 104).

???Stop disc playback while playing back a video.

???The VCR can also play S-VHS tapes. The VCR will automatically identify the type of tape inserted in the VCR (either VHS or S-VHS). When S-VHS tapes are played in the VCR, the enhanced resolution will not be visible on screen; there may also be picture distortion while playing the S-VHS tape in slow motion or while utilizing other special playback modes. The VCR will not record in S-VHS mode on an S-VHS tape.

Operations Basic

Playing a tape 43

EP (Extended Play) provides recording time three times as long as SP (Standard Play). However, SP produces better picture and audio quality.

???REC??? appears in the display window.

To stop recording

Press x STOP.

To check the remaining tape length

Press DISPLAY to display the time counter. With the display on, press DISPLAY again to check the remaining time. The white bar indicates the current location in relation to the entire tape length. The remaining time also appears. Press DISPLAY to turn off the indicators.

Operations Basic

To check the remaining tape length of a tape, set ???Tape Length??? in the ???VIDEO FUNCTION SETUP??? menu correctly (page 104).

Maximum Recording Time

continued

Recording TV programs 45

To watch another TV program while recording

1 Press TV/VIDEO to display ???TV??? in the display window.

2 If your TV is connected to the VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to the TV???s antenna input; if not, skip this step.

3 Select another channel on the TV.

To watch a DVD while recording

1 Press SELECT DVD to control the DVD player.

2 Press Z and place the disc on the disc tray.

3 Press H PLAY.

The disc tray closes and the DVD player starts playback. The TV screen will automatically change to the DVD playback screen.

To save a recording

To prevent accidental erasure, break off the safety tab as illustrated. To record on the tape again, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape.

Safety tab

Tips

???To select a channel, you can use the number buttons on the remote commander. Enter the channel number, then press ENTER.

???You can select a video source from the LINE IN 1 or LINE-2 IN jacks using the INPUT SELECT button.

???The display appears on the TV screen indicating information about the tape, but the information will not be recorded on the tape.

???If you do not want to watch TV while recording, you can turn off the TV. When using a cable box, make sure to leave it on.

Notes

???The remaining tape length may not be indicated accurately for short tapes such as T-20 or T-30, or tapes recorded in the LP mode.

???It may take up to one minute for the VCR to calculate and display the remaining tape length after you press DISPLAY.

???You cannot record a DVD to a VCR tape.

???To watch a TV program during video recording, stop disc playback.

46 Recording TV programs

Recording TV programs using the timer

You can preset up to eight programs at a time.

Before you start???

???Check that the DVD-VCR clock is set to the correct time.

???Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.

???Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen.

???Set TV / DVD??VIDEO to DVD??VIDEO, then press SELECT VIDEO to control the VCR (page 10).

???When using a cable box, turn it on.

???Insert a tape with its safety tab in place. Make sure the tape is longer than the total recording time.

???If the DVD player is in play mode, you cannot display the setup menu. Stop the DVD playback.

?/1

CLEAR

SET UP

TV/VIDEO

TIMER

INPUT

SELECT

x STOP

H PLAY

V/v/B/b

ENTER

Operations Basic

display the timer programming menu by pressing TIMER.

The timer programming menu appears.

VvB b RETURN

continued

Recording TV programs using the timer 47

Set the channel number, start and stop times, date, and tape speed:

1Press b to select each item in turn.

2Press V/v to set each item.

To correct a setting, press B to return to that setting and reset.

??? To record from a source connected to the

LINE IN 1 or LINE-2 IN jacks, press INPUT SELECT or V/v to display ???L1 ??? or ???L2??? in the ???CH??? position.

???To record the same program every day or the same day every week, press v while the date is flashing. For details, see ???Daily/weekly recording??? on page 48.

???To use the Auto Tape Speed function, press v to display ???Auto??? in the ???SPEED??? position. For details, see ???To use the Auto Tape Speed function??? on page 49.

Press ENTER to confirm the setting.

To enter another setting, press V/v to select the next row and repeat step 2.

Press CLEAR repeatedly to cancel the setting.

Press ENTER to confirm all settings.

Press ?/1 to turn off the DVD-VCR.

The indicator appears in the display window and the VCR stands by for recording.

To record from a decoder or other source, leave the connected equipment switched on.

To stop recording

To stop the DVD-VCR while recording, press SELECT VIDEO and then press x STOP.

Daily/weekly recording

In step 2 above, press v to select the recording pattern. Each time you press v, the indication changes as shown below. Press V to change the indication in reverse order.

Mo~Fr t Sun???s t Mon???s t ..... t Sat???s t 1 month later t (dates count down) t the current date

48 Recording TV programs using the timer

To use the Auto Tape Speed function

When you are recording a program in the Auto mode and the remaining tape becomes shorter than the recording time, the tape speed is automatically changed to the EP mode. Note that some noise will appear on the picture when the tape speed is changed. If you want to keep the tape speed, select SP. To operate this function, set ???Tape Length??? in ???VIDEO FUNCTION SETUP??? menu correctly (page 104).

To watch another TV program after setting the timer

1 Press TV/VIDEO to display ???TV??? in the display window.

2 If your TV is connected to the VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to the TV???s antenna input; if not, skip this step.

3 Select another channel on the TV.

To watch a DVD after setting the timer

1 Press SELECT DVD to control the DVD player.

2 Press Z and place the disc on the disc tray.

3 Press H PLAY.

The disc tray closes and the DVD player starts playback. The TV screen will automatically change to the DVD playback screen.

Tips

???If the indicator appears, the timer settings overlap. To check, change or cancel the program setting, repeat the steps of ???Recording TV programs using the timer??? on page 47.

???If the indicator appears, this means that the VCR is currently recording this program.

???You can also do the following tasks while the VCR is recording:

???Reset the counter (page 43).

???Display tape information on the TV screen (page 45).

Operations Basic

Recording TV programs using the timer 49

Hold down DIAL TIMER so that MONTH indicator appears in the display window. However, if the clock has already been set, the current setting appears.

To return to the previous step

To return to the previous step, press the CHANNEL + and ??? buttons on the unit at the same time during any of the Dial Timer settings.

To set the clock

2 Turn DIAL TIMER to set the month.

3 Press DIAL TIMER.

DAY indicator appears in the display window.

4 Turn and press DIAL TIMER to set the day and then the year.

After you set the year, ???AM??? and ???12:??? ?????? appear alternately in the display window.

5 Turn and press DIAL TIMER to set the hour and minute.

6 When you have finished setting the time, press DIAL TIMER to start the clock.

Tips

???To cancel a Dial Timer setting, press any button other than DIAL TIMER or CHANNEL +/??? on the unit or any button on the remote while you are making the setting.

???To check, change, or cancel the program setting, see ???Checking/changing/canceling timer settings??? on page 58.

Notes

???If eight programs have already been set using the VCR Plus+ system or the manual timer setting, ???FULL??? appears in the display window for about five seconds.

???If you set the clock using the Auto Clock Set feature, the clock will adjust itself to the incoming time signal regardless of adjustments made with the Dial Timer. Be sure you have set Auto Clock Set correctly.

???If you are setting the clock for the first time or ???0:??? ?????? appears in the display window, you cannot set the clock to February 29th using the Dial Timer. Please use the Auto Clock Set feature to set the VCR to this day.

???The timer indicator flashes in the display window when you complete the setting in step 9 on page 52 with no tape inserted.

???When the setting time is incorrect, ???Error??? appears in the display window in step 9. Set the timer again from step 1.

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Operations Basic

Recording TV programs using the Dial Timer (SLV-D550P only) 53

About the Demonstration Mode

The Dial Timer function has a Demonstration Mode that allows the user, such as a salesperson, to enter more than eight examples of timer settings when demonstrating the use of the Dial Timer. It cancels the FULL notice which appears if eight programs have already been set. Do not use the Demonstration Mode for making timer recordings. Doing so may cause the settings to be inaccurate.

To activate the Demonstration Mode

Press X on the unit while turning the DIAL TIMER. ???DEMO??? appears in the display window for a few seconds.

To cancel the Demonstration Mode

Turn the power off and unplug the AC power cord. Although the Demonstration Mode is canceled, the timer settings entered while using the Demonstration Mode will remain. Be sure to manually cancel the timer settings before you use the Dial Timer or any other timer method after reconnecting the AC power cord (page 58).

54 Recording TV programs using the Dial Timer (SLV-D550P only)

Recording TV programs using the VCR

Plus+?? system (SLV-D550P only)

Just enter the PlusCode number listed in the TV program guide. The date, time and channel number of that program are set automatically. You can preset up to eight programs together with the DIAL TIMER and manual timer settings at one time.

Before you start???

???Check that the DVD-VCR clock is set to the correct time.

???Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.

???Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen.

???Set TV / DVD??VIDEO to DVD??VIDEO, then press SELECT VIDEO to control the VCR (page 10).

???When using a cable box, turn it on.

???Insert a tape with its safety tab in place. Make sure the tape is longer than the total recording time.

???If the DVD player is in play mode, you cannot display the setup menu. Stop the DVD playback.

VCR Plus+

Number buttons

V/v/B/b

ENTER

O RETURN

Operations Basic

continued

Recording TV programs using the VCR Plus+?? system (SLV-D550P only) 55

To stop recording

To stop the VCR while recording, press x STOP.

To use the DVD-VCR after setting the timer

To use the DVD-VCR before a timer recording begins, just press ?/1. The timer indicator disappears from the display window and the DVD-VCR switches on. Remember to press ?/1 to reset the VCR to the timer recording standby mode after using the VCR.

You can also do the following tasks while the VCR is recording:

???Reset the counter (page 43).

???Display tape information on the TV screen (page 45).

???Check the timer settings (page 58).

???Watch another TV program (page 46).

Tip

???To check, change or cancel the program setting, see ???Checking/changing/canceling timer settings??? on page 58.

Notes

???If the VCR does not accept the PlusCode number, this means that:

???The PlusCode number is incorrect.

???Once, Mo~Fr, or Weekly was selected incorrectly. You cannot select MO~FR or Weekly for a program that airs more than seven days ahead.

Correctly set the PlusCode number again from step 2.

??? When the PlusCode number is incorrect, ???Invalid code??? will appear in the display.

Operations Basic

Recording TV programs using the VCR Plus+?? system (SLV-D550P only) 57

Checking/changing/canceling timer settings

Before you start???

???Check that the DVD-VCR clock is set to the correct time.

???Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.

???Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen.

???Set TV / DVD??VIDEO to DVD??VIDEO, then press SELECT VIDEO to control the VCR (page 10).

???When using a decoder, turn it on.

???Insert a tape with its safety tab in place. Make sure the tape is longer than the total recording time.

???If the DVD player is in play mode, you cannot display the setup menu. Stop the DVD playback.

CLEAR

SET UP

TIMER

V/v/B/b

ENTER

O RETURN

display the timer programming menu by pressing TIMER.

The timer programming menu appears.

??? To change the setting, press B/b to select the item you want to change, and press V/v to change it.

??? To cancel the setting, press CLEAR.

58 Checking/changing/canceling timer settings

Locking the DVD-VCR (Child Lock)

After you have set the timer, you can lock all of the buttons on the DVD-VCR so that the settings are not canceled by mistake.

To lock the DVD-VCR

When the DVD-VCR is turned on, hold down ?/1 POWER on the unit until ???LOCK??? appears in the display window. The DVD-VCR turns off and the indicator remains lit if there is a timer setting. The DVD-VCR will not work except for timer recordings.

To unlock the VCR

Hold down ?/1 POWER on the unit until ???LOCK??? disappears from the display window. The DVD-VCR is unlocked and turns on.

To stop timer recording while the DVD-VCR is locked, press x. The recording stops and the DVD-VCR is unlocked.

Note

???The DVD-VCR will be unlocked when:

???You stop timer recording by pressing x.

???You insert a tape.

???The AC power cord is disconnected or power supply stops.

60 Locking the DVD-VCR (Child Lock)

S-Video/Component Video hookup

Make audio connections using the LINE OUT AUDIO L/R jacks or DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jacks on the right side of the DVD-VCR when you use S-VIDEO/ Component Video hookup.

A Use this hookup if your TV has an S-VIDEO input jack

Connect an S-VIDEO cord (not supplied). You will enjoy high quality images.

DVD-VCR

TV or AV amplifier

Notes

Hookups Advanced

???The connection using S-VIDEO OUT jack is only for the DVD player.

???If you set ???Progressive??? to ???On??? in the ???SCREEN SETUP??? menu, S-Video playback may be distorted.

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S-Video/Component Video hookup 63

B Use this hookup if your TV has component video input jacks

Connect your TV via the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks using a component video cord (not supplied) or three video cords (not supplied) of the same kind and length. You will enjoy accurate color reproduction and high quality images.

See page 61 for audio connections.

DVD-VCR

l: Signal flow (DVD only)

If your TV accepts progressive (480p) format signals, you must use this connection and then set ???Progressive??? to ???On??? in the ???SCREEN SETUP??? menu (page 69). The PROGRESSIVE indicator lights up in orange when the DVD player outputs progressive signals.

PROGRESSIVE indicator

Notes

???The connection using COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jack is only for the DVD player.

???Consumers should note that not all high definition television sets are fully compatible with this product and may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture. In case of 480 progressive scan picture problems, it is recommended that the user switch the connection to the ???standard definition??? output. If there are questions regarding our TV set compatibility with this model 480p DVD player, please contact our customer service center.

64 S-Video/Component Video hookup

Menu choices

??? Dolby Digital

Selects the type of Dolby Digital signal. The default setting is indicated in bold print.

??? DTS

Selects whether or not to output DTS signals. The default setting is indicated in bold print.

??? Audio DRC (Dynamic Range Control)

Makes the sound clear when the volume is turned down when playing a DVD that conforms to ???Audio DRC.??? This affects the output from the following jacks:

???LINE OUT AUDIO L/R jacks

???DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack only when ???Dolby

Digital??? is set to ???D-PCM???.

The default setting is indicated in bold print.

Notes

???If you select the surround setting while playing a DVD, the player does not output Dolby Digital signals from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack (when you set ???Dolby Digital??? to ???D-PCM??? in ???AUDIO SETUP??? menu).

???If you connect a component that does not conform to the selected audio signal, a loud noise (or no sound) will come out from the speakers, affecting your ears or causing the speakers to be damaged.

???Noise may occur in the LinearPCM double-speed audio. This is not a malfunction.

???If you set ???DTS??? to ???On,??? you cannot select surround setting (page 87).

66 Audio Setup

To set the ???Progressive??? setting

If your TV accepts progressive (480p) format signals, you will enjoy accurate color reproduction and high quality image.

1 Follow step 1 and 2 on page 67, then press V/v to select ???Progressive.???

2 Press B/b to select ???On,??? then press ENTER.

3 Follow the instructions appearing on the screen.

1Ensure your TV is (480p) Progressive Scan capable.

2Connect with Component Video Output jacks (red/green/blue connections).

See ???Use this hookup if your TV has component video input jacks??? on page 64.

3Press B/b to select [OK] to test your video signal.

4 If video signal appears OK, video connection is complete. Press ENTER.

The PROGRESSIVE indicator on the unit lights up in orange.

If picture is distorted, press O RETURN. Check the connection (page 64).

5 Press SET UP to exit the menu.

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Screen Setup 69

Press V/v to select the language setup item from the displayed list: ???DVD Menu,??? ???Audio,??? or ???Subtitle.???

Then press ENTER.

Press V/v to select the desired language, then press ENTER.

???DVD MENU LANGUAGE

You can select the desired language for the disc???s menu.

DVD MENU LANGUAGE

B English

Fran??ais

DVD Menu Deutsch

Espa??ol

Italiano

Nederlands

Others

???AUDIO LANGUAGE

Switches the language of the sound track. When you select ???Original,??? the language given priority in the disc is selected.

???SUBTITLE LANGUAGE

Switches the language of the subtitle recorded on the DVD.

When you select ???Audio Follow,??? the language for the subtitle changes according to the language you selected for the sound track.

AUDIO LANGUAGE

Press SET UP to exit the menu.

Tip

???If you select ???Others??? in step 4, an additional language menu appears. Press V/v/B/b to select the desired language, then press ENTER.

Notes

DVD MENU LANGUAGE

VvBb ENTER RETURN SET UP

???When you select a language that is not recorded on the DVD

in step 4, one of the recorded languages will be automatically selected.

???Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over the DVD SETUP settings and not all the functions described may work.

72 Setting the display or sound track language

Parental Control (limiting playback by children)

Playback of some DVDs can be limited according to a predetermined level such as the age of the users. The ???Parental Control??? function allows you to set a playback limitation level.

Number buttons

SET UP

H PLAY

V/v/B/b

ENTER

and Settings DVD

press ENTER.

DVD SETUP

Language Setup

Audio Setup

Screen Setup

Parental Setup:

Adjustments

continued

Parental Control (limiting playback by children) 73

Press b to set the parental control.

???If you have not entered a password

The display for registering a new password appears.

Enter a 4-digit password using the number buttons.

The display for confirming the password appears.

Re-enter the password.

???When you have already registered a password

The display for entering the password appears. Enter a 4-digit password using the number buttons.

After registering a password, if you set ???Use Password??? to ???No,??? ???PASSWORD CHECK??? screen will not appear.

CREATE PASSWORD

Enter Password

??? ??? ??? ???

-~9 RETURN

CREATE PASSWORD

Re-enter Password

??? ??? ??? ???

-~9 RETURN

PASSWORD CHECK

Enter Password

??? ??? ??? ???

-~9 RETURN

Change Password

Press V/v to select the level you want, then press ENTER.

The options are as follows.

Level 8 (Adult) y Level 7 y Level 6 y Level 5 y Level 4 y Level 3 y Level 2 y Level 1 (Kids Safe)

The lower the value, the stricter the limitation.

RATING LEVEL

Level 8 Adult

Level 7

Level 6

Level 5

Level 4

Level 3

Level 2

Level 1 Kids Safe

74 Parental Control (limiting playback by children)

To change the password

1 Select ???Change Password??? in step 4 on page 74. The display for entering a new password appears.

2 Enter a new 4-digit password using the number buttons. The display for confirming the password appears.

3 Re-enter the new password.

To turn off the Parental Control function

Set ???Use Password??? to ???No??? in step 3 on page 74.

To play a disc for which Parental Control is set

1 Insert the disc, then press H PLAY.

The display for entering your password appears.

2 Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons. The player starts playback.

If you forget your password

1 Remove the disc and turn off the DVD-VCR.

2 Turn on the DVD-VCR again with no disc in the unit.

3 Hold down m and M on the front panel simultaneously for 5 seconds. ???Reset OK??? appears on the screen.

4 Turn off the DVD-VCR. The password is cleared.

5 To create a new password, follow step 3 on page 74.

Notes

???When you play DVDs which do not have the Parental Control function, playback cannot be limited on this player.

???All the ratings higher than the level you select will be blocked.

???Write your password down and keep it in a safe place in case you forget it.

Adjustments and Settings DVD

Parental Control (limiting playback by children) 75

DVD Additional Operations

Using the DVD???s menu

A DVD is divided into long sections of a picture or a music feature called ???titles.??? When you play a DVD which contains several titles, you can select the title you want using the TOP MENU button.

When you play DVDs that allow you to select items such as the language for the subtitles and the language for the sound, select these items using the MENU button.

Number buttons

x STOP

V/v/B/b

ENTER

TOP

Press TOP MENU or MENU.

The disc???s menu appears on the TV screen.

The contents of the menu vary from disc to disc.

Press V/v/B/b to select the item you want to play or change.

You can also use the number buttons to select the item. In this case, step 3 is skipped.

76 Using the DVD???s menu

Zooming into a scene

You can zoom into a scene during playback

ZOOM

or still mode. To zoom into a JPEG image, see ???Playing JPEG image files??? on page 93.

V/v/B/b

ENTER

Press ZOOM.

??? ??? appears.

Press V/v/B/b to move ??? ??? to the position where you want to zoom in.

Press ENTER repeatedly to change the magnification.

Each time you press the button, the magnification changes as shown below. 2??? t 4??? t 2??? t normal magnification

Notes

???You cannot use 4??? magnification when you play VIDEO CDs.

???The zoom function may not work depending on the DVD.

78 Zooming into a scene

Various play mode functions (Program play,

Shuffle play, Repeat play)

You can set the following play modes:

???Program play (page 81)

???Shuffle play (page 83)

???Repeat play (page 84)

Note

???The play mode is canceled when:

???you open the disc tray

???the player enters standby mode by pressing [/1.

Creating your own program (Program play)

You can play the contents of a disc in the order you want by arranging the order of the tracks on the disc to create your own program. You can program up to 20 tracks.

CLEAR

REPEAT

H PLAY

V/v/B/b

ENTER

continued

Operations Additional DVD

Various play mode functions (Program play, Shuffle play, Repeat play) 81

Press V/v/B/b to select the track number you want to program, then press ENTER.

To program other tracks, repeat step 3.

The programmed track numbers are displayed in the selected order.

Press H PLAY to start program play.

Program play starts.

When the program ends, you can restart the same program again by pressing H PLAY.

To stop program play

Press CLEAR during playback.

To change or cancel a program

1 Follow steps 1 and 2 of ???Creating your own program (Program play).???

2 Press v repeatedly to select ???Clear last track,??? then press ENTER. Each time you press the button, the last programmed number is canceled. You can also cancel the last programmed number by pressing CLEAR.

3 Follow step 3 for new programming.

To cancel all the programmed numbers

1 Follow steps 1 and 2 of ???Creating your own program (Program play).???

2 Press v repeatedly to select ???Clear last track,??? then press b to select ???Clear all tracks??? and press ENTER.

All the programmed numbers are canceled.

Notes

???Up to 99 tracks can be displayed.

???Up to 20 tracks can be programmed at one time.

82 Various play mode functions (Program play, Shuffle play, Repeat play)

Playing repeatedly (Repeat play)

You can play all of the titles or tracks on a disc or a single title, chapter, or track repeatedly.

CLEAR

REPEAT

B/b

Press REPEAT during playback.

Off

Press REPEAT or B/b repeatedly to select the item to be repeated.

When playing a DVD

???Chapter: repeats the current chapter.

???Title: repeats the current title on a disc.

When playing a VIDEO CD (with PBC function off) or CD

???Track: repeats the current track.

???Disc: repeats all of the tracks.

When playing a DATA CD (MP3 audio)

???FILE: repeats the current track (file).

???DIR: repeats the current album (directory).

???DISC: repeats the current disc.

84 Various play mode functions (Program play, Shuffle play, Repeat play)

Changing the sound

When playing a DVD recorded in multiple audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital, or DTS), you can change the audio format. If the DVD is recorded with multilingual tracks, you can also select the language.

With CDs, DATA CDs, or VIDEO CDs, you can select the sound from the right or left channel and listen to the sound of the selected channel through both the right and left speakers. For example, when playing a Karaoke VIDEO CD containing a song with the vocals on the right channel and the instruments on the left channel, you can hear the instruments from both speakers by selecting the left channel.

To enjoy Dolby Digital or DTS effect from a LinearPCM format disc, you have to make the B-2 connection as shown on page 62.

AUDIO

B/b

ENG DOLBY DIGITAL 3/2.1CH 1/2 Bb

???When playing a VIDEO CD or CD

The default setting is indicated in bold print.

86 Changing the sound

To cancel the setting

Select ???Off??? in step 2.

Notes

???When the playing signal does not contain a signal for the rear speakers, the surround effects will be difficult to hear.

???When you activate the surround effect, turn off the surround setting of the connected TV or amplifier (receiver).

???Make sure that your listening position is between and at an equal distance from your speakers, and that the speakers are located in similar surroundings.

???If you use the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack and set ???Dolby Digital??? to ???Dolby Digital??? or ???DTS??? to ???On??? in ???AUDIO SETUP??? menu (page 65), sound will come from your speakers but it will not have the surround effect.

???If you activate the surround effect, the sampling frequency is converted to 48kHz/16bit.

88 Virtual surround setting

Playing an MP3 audio track

You can play back DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/

CD-Rs/CD-RWs) recorded in MP3 (MPEG1

Audio Layer 3) format.

REPEAT

H PLAY x STOP

V/v/B/b

ENTER

O RETURN

TOP MENU

Additional DVD

When you load a DATA CD which contains MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files, ???Select a Media Type??? menu appears.

If you load a DATA CD which contains only

MP3 audio files, the MP3 display appears.

Then you can skip step 2.

Select a Media Type

1MP3

2JPEG

Operations

continued

Playing an MP3 audio track 89

Press V/v to select ???MP3???, then press

ENTER.

The first track starts playing. Press x STOP if necessary.

Repeat mode

Elapsed playing time

V v B b ENTER RETURN SET UP

Press O RETURN, then press V/v to select the desired directory in the left column, then press ENTER.

V v B b ENTER RETURN SET UP

Press V/v to select the desired track in the right column, then press ENTER.

The selected track starts playing.

When a track or album is being played, the title is shown in a box. The playing track number appears on the display window.

V v B b ENTER RETURN

To stop play

Press x STOP.

To repeat play

Press REPEAT repeatedly during playback to change the repeat mode.

???FILE: repeats the current track (file).

???DIR: repeats the current album (directory).

???DISC: repeats the current disc.

To go to the next or previous page

Press b or B.

To return to the previous display

Press O RETURN.

To return to the ???Select a Media Type??? menu

Press x STOP twice, then press TOP MENU.

To turn off the display

Press x STOP twice, then press O RETURN repeatedly.

90 Playing an MP3 audio track

Notes

???Only the letters in the alphabet and numbers can be used for album or track names. Anything else is displayed as an asterisk.

???Up to 12 alphanumeric characters can be displayed for album or track names.

???ID3 tags cannot be displayed.

About MP3 audio tracks

You can play MP3 audio tracks on CD-ROMs, CD-Rs, or CD-RWs. However, the discs must be recorded according to ISO9660 level 1 or level 2 format for the player to recognize the tracks.

You can also play discs recorded in Multi Session.

See the instructions of the CD-R/RW device or recording software (not supplied) for details on the recording format.

To play a Multi Session CD

This player can play Multi Session CDs when an MP3 audio track is located in the first session. Any subsequent MP3 audio tracks, recorded in the later sessions, can also be played back. When audio tracks and images in music CD format or video CD format are recorded in the first session, only the first session will be played back.

Notes

??? If you put the extension ???.MP3??? to data not in MP3 format, the player cannot recognize the data properly and will generate a loud noise which could damage your speaker system.

??? The player cannot play audio tracks in MP3PRO format.

??? This player supports MP3 audio tracks recorded with a bit rate of 128 kbps and a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz. Attempting to play MP3 audio tracks recorded with different specifications may result in loud noise, sound skipping or speaker damage.

??? Depending on the disc contents, playback may take some time to start.

Additional DVD

Operations

continued

Playing an MP3 audio track 91

The Playback order of MP3 audio tracks

The playback order of albums and tracks recorded on a DATA CD is as follows.

??? Structure of disc contents

Tree 1 Tree 2 Tree 3 Tree 4 Tree 5

album

track

When you insert a DATA CD and press H PLAY, the numbered tracks are played sequentially, from 1 through 7. Any sub-albums/tracks contained within a currently selected album does not take priority over the next album in the same tree. (Example: E contains G but 6 is played before 7.)

When you press O RETURN and the list of MP3 albums appears (page 90), the albums are arranged in the following order: A tB tC tD tF tG. Albums that do not contain tracks (such as album C) do not appear in the list.

Tips

???If you add numbers (01, 02, 03, etc.) to the front of the track file names, the tracks will be played in that order.

???A disc with many trees takes longer to start playback. Some discs with many trees cannot be played back.

Notes

???Depending on the software you use to create the DATA CD, the playback order may differ from the illustration above.

???The playback order above may not be applicable if there are more than a total of 1000 albums and tracks in the DATA CD.

???A total of up to 999 files can be recognized for discs that contain both MP3 and JPEG files. Files are recognized in the order that they were recorded. For example, if 990 JPEG files are recorded then 100 MP3 files are recorded, the 990 JPEG files recorded first and only the first 9 MP3 files can be recognized.

???Depending on the disc contents, playback may take some time to start.

92 Playing an MP3 audio track

Playing JPEG image files

You can play JPEG image files on DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs).

V/v/B/b

ENTER

TOP MENU

DISPLAY

Additional DVD

When you load a DATA CD which contains MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files, ???Select a Media Type??? menu appears.

If you load a DATA CD which contains only JPEG image files, the ???Album??? display appears. Then you can skip step 2.

Select a Media Type

1MP3

2JPEG

Operations

continued

Playing JPEG image files 93

To rotate the selected image

1 Press V/v/B/b to select an image in the ???Album??? display, then press ENTER.

2 Press B/b to select ??? ???, then press ENTER.

Each time you press ENTER, the image turns clockwise by 90??.

To zoom in an image

1 Press V/v/B/b to select an image in the ???Album??? display, then press ENTER.

2 Press B/b to select ??? ???, then press ENTER. ??? ??? appears.

3 Press V/v/B/b to move ??? ??? to the position where you want to zoom in.

4 Press ENTER repeatedly to change the magnification. Each time you press ENTER, the magnification changes as shown below.

2??? t normal magnification

IMAGE

94 Playing JPEG image files

To enjoy the Slide show

1 Press V/v/B/b to select an image in the ???Album??? display, then press ENTER.

2 Press B/b to select ??? ???, then press ENTER. The ???Interval??? menu appears.

3 Press B/b to select the desired play speed, then press

ENTER.

Slide show starts.

Interval

IMAGE

To turn on/off the menu in the single image display

Press CLEAR to turn off the menu. Press B or b to turn on the menu.

To return to the ???Album??? display

Press MENU to return to the ???Album??? display. Press . repeatedly to return to the first ???Album??? page.

To return to the ???Select a Media Type??? menu

Press x STOP twice, then press TOP MENU.

Notes

???Slide show can play in only one direction.

???You cannot rotate or zoom in the image during Slide show.

???If you select ??? ??? in the rotated image display, the images in the ???Album??? display will not

be rotated. But if you start the slide show, the images will be rotated. Correct the rotation in the ??? ??? menu.

About JPEG image files

You can play JPEG image files on CD-ROMs, CD-Rs, or CD-RWs. However, the discs must be recorded according to ISO9660 level 1 or level 2 for the player to recognize the files.

You can also play discs recorded in Multi Session.

See the instructions of the CD-R/RW device or recording software (not supplied) for details on the recording format.

Note

continued

Operations Additional DVD

Playing JPEG image files 95

To play a Multi Session CD

This player can play Multi Session CDs when an JPEG image file is located in the first session. Any subsequent JPEG image files, recorded in the later sessions, can also be played back. When audio tracks and images in music CD format or video CD format are recorded in the first session, only the first session will be played back.

Notes

???The system can play the extension ???.JPG??? or ???.JPEG.???

???Some CD-Rs or CD-RWs cannot be played on this system depending on file format.

???If you add the extension ???.JPG??? or ???.JPEG??? to data not in JPEG format, ???Can not Display??? will appear.

???Depending on the disc or the size of image files, playback may take some time to start.

???Progressive and lossless compression JPEG image files are not supported.

???The image size that can be displayed is limited. You can display the following images; width 32 - 7680 pixels by height 32 - 8192 pixels.

Tip

???If you add numbers (01, 02, 03, etc.) to the front of the file names, the files will be played in that order.

96 Playing JPEG image files

VCR Additional Operations

Quick Timer Recording

After you have started recording, you can have the VCR stop recording automatically after a specified duration.

1 While recording, press z REC.

z REC

x STOP

2 Press z REC repeatedly to set the duration time. Each press advances the time as follows.

The tape counter decreases minute by minute to 0:00, then the VCR stops recording.

To extend the duration

Press z REC repeatedly to set a new duration time.

To cancel the duration

Press z REC repeatedly until the indicator disappears and the VCR returns to normal recording mode.

To stop while recording

Press x STOP.

Note

???You cannot display the current tape time in the display window when setting the recording duration time.

Operations Additional VCR

Quick Timer Recording 99

Recording stereo and bilingual programs

Recording stereo programs

When you receive a program broadcast in stereo, press AUDIO to display ???Hi-Fi??? on the TV screen. You can also select ???Left,??? ???Right,??? or ???Mono.??? If there is noise in the stereo program, select ???Mono.??? The sound will be recorded in monaural (on both hi- fi and normal audio tracks) but with less noise.

Recording bilingual programs

Press AUDIO to display ???SAP??? on the TV screen. When a SAP (Second Audio Program) is received, ???SAP??? appears on the TV screen. When ???MAIN??? is selected, the VCR records only the main sound.

Selecting the sound during playback

During playback, press AUDIO to select the sound you want.

How sound is recorded on a video tape

The VCR records sound onto two separate tracks. Hi-fi audio is recorded onto the main track along with the picture. Monaural sound is recorded onto the normal audio track along the edge of the tape.

Normal audio track

Hi-fi audio track (main track)

Monaural sound

Stereo sound (left/right channels)

Notes

???To play a tape in stereo, you must use the A/V connections.

???When you play a tape recorded in monaural, the sound is heard in monaural regardless of the AUDIO setting.

100 Recording stereo and bilingual programs

Searching using various functions

The VCR automatically marks the tape with an index signal at the point where each recording begins.

You can easily find a specific point using various search functions.

H PLAY

V/v/B/b

To search using the index function (Scan and Play)

The VCR automatically marks the tape with an index signal at the point where each recording begins. Use these signals as references to find a specific recording.

1 Insert an indexed tape into the VCR.

2 Press SEARCH.

Scan and play:

Press or

Go to

Press

End search:

Press

Additional VCR

4 Press H PLAY to view that program.

If you do not press H PLAY, the VCR automatically searches for the next index mark, or until it reaches the end of the tape.

Operations

continued

Searching using various functions 101

To search for the counter 0:00:00 point

To mark a point on the tape that you want to find later, reset the tape counter to ???0:00:00.???

The VCR automatically fast-forwards or rewinds to the 0:00:00 point on the tape counter.

1 Press SEARCH.

2 Press V.

The VCR starts searching and automatically stops at the 0:00:00 point.

Go to

To search for a blank portion of the tape

The VCR automatically searches for the beginning of a blank portion. You can easily find a point you can start recording from.

1 Press SEARCH.

2 Press v.

The VCR starts searching and automatically stops at the beginning of a blank space. If no blank space is found, the VCR reaches the end.

Note

End search

???Once in recording mode, if the VCR is put in pause and then released to start the recording, no index mark will be inserted. An index mark will be inserted if the channel is changed while VCR is put in pause.

102 Searching using various functions

Editing with another VCR

How to connect to record on this VCR

LINE-2 IN

Notes

???Make sure you connect the plugs to jacks of the same color.

???If the other VCR is a monaural type and connected to this VCR???s LINE-2 IN jacks, connect the audio plug to the AUDIO L (white) jack. The sound is recorded on both right and left channels. If you connect to the AUDIO R (red) jack, the sound is recorded only on the right channel.

???If you connected this VCR to both the LINE IN and LINE OUT jacks of the other VCR, select the input correctly to prevent a humming noise.

???You can use the LINE IN 1 jacks for editing. If the other VCR is a monaural type the sound is recorded only on the channel whose jack is connected to the audio plug. To record on both right and left channels, connect the audio plugs to the AUDIO L/R jacks using an audio/video cord (not supplied).

106 Editing with another VCR

Operation (when recording on this VCR)

Before you start editing

???Turn on the VCR and the TV and set it to the video channel.

???Press INPUT SELECT to display ???LINE 1??? or ???LINE 2??? in the display window.

1 Insert a source tape with its safety tab removed into the other (playback) VCR. Search for the point to start playback and set it to playback pause.

2 Insert a tape into this (recording) VCR. Search for the point to start recording and press X.

3 Press z REC on this VCR to set it to recording pause.

4 To start editing, press the X (pause) buttons on both VCRs at the same time.

To stop editing

Press the x (stop) buttons on both VCRs.

Tip

???To cut out unwanted scenes while editing, press X on this VCR when an unwanted scene begins. When it ends, press X again to resume recording.

Operations Additional VCR

Editing with another VCR 107

Setting the RF Output channel

When connecting the DVD-VCR to the TV using only the antenna cable, you must set the RF Output channel in the ???OPTION SETUP??? menu so that the TV can receive the correct signal from the DVD-VCR.

?/1 CHANNEL +/???

1 Set the RF Output channel to ???3CH??? or ???4CH??? (see page 108 to set the channel), whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are used, set the switch to either channel.

2 Press ?/1 to turn on the DVD-VCR.

3 Press TV/VIDEO to turn on ???VIDEO??? in the DVD-VCR???s display window.

4 Press CH +/??? to display a channel number in the display window. Select an active channel number in your area.

5 Turn on your TV and set it to the channel you selected in step 1 (3CH or 4CH).

The channel you selected in step 4 appears on the TV screen. If the channels change when you press CH +/???, you have made the correct setting.

Whenever you use the DVD-VCR, set the TV to the channel selected in step 1.

110 General setup information

Attaching the external antenna connector

When using a 300-ohm twin lead cable for a VHF/UHF antenna, use an antenna connector (not supplied) to connect the antenna to the DVD-VCR.

300-ohm twin lead cable

Antenna connector (not supplied)

1 Loosen the screws on the antenna connector.

2 Wind the twin leads around the screws on the antenna connector.

3 Retighten the screws.

Attaching a VHF/UHF band mixer

When using both a 75-ohm coaxial cable and a 300-ohm twin lead cable for a VHF/UHF antenna, use a VHF/UHF band separator/ mixer (not supplied) to connect the antenna to the DVD-VCR.

300-ohm twin lead cable

VHF/UHF band separator/ mixer (not supplied)

75-ohm coaxial cable

Additional

1 Loosen the screws on the mixer.

2 Wind the twin leads around the screws on the mixer.

3 Retighten the screws.

4 Connect the 75-ohm coaxial cable to the mixer.

Information

General setup information 111

Glossary

Chapter (page 37)

Sections of a picture or a music feature that are smaller than titles. A title is composed of several chapters. Depending on the disc, no chapters may be recorded.

Dolby Digital (pages 61 and 66)

Digital audio compression technology developed by Dolby Laboratories. This technology conforms to 5.1-channel surround sound. The rear channel is stereo and there is a discrete subwoofer channel in this format. Dolby Digital provides the same 5.1 discrete channels of high quality digital audio found in Dolby Digital cinema audio systems. Good channel separation is realized because all of the channel data are recorded discretely and little deterioration is realized because all channel data processing is digital.

Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) (page 61)

Audio signal processing technology that Dolby Laboratories developed for surround sound. When the input signal contains a surround component, the Pro Logic process outputs the front, center and rear signals. The rear channel is monaural.

DTS (page 66)

Digital audio compression technology that Digital Theater Systems, Inc. developed. This technology conforms to 5.1-channel surround sound. The rear channel is stereo and there is a discrete subwoofer channel in this format. DTS provides the same 5.1 discrete channels of high quality digital audio.

Good channel separation is realized because all of the channel data is recorded discretely and little deterioration is realized because all channel data processing is digital.

DVD (page 6)

A disc that contains up to 8 hours of moving pictures even though its diameter is the same as a CD.

The data capacity of a single-layer and single-sided DVD is 4.7 GB (Giga Byte), which is 7 times that of a CD. The data capacity of a double-layer and single-sided DVD is 8.5 GB, a single-layer and double- sided DVD is 9.4 GB, and double-layer and double-sided DVD is 17GB.

The picture data uses the MPEG 2 format, one of the worldwide standards of digital compression technology. The picture data is compressed to about 1/40 (average) of its original size. The DVD also uses a variable rate coding technology that changes the data to be allocated according to the status of the picture. Audio information is recorded in a multi-channel format, such as Dolby Digital, allowing you to enjoy a more real audio presence.

Furthermore, various advanced functions such as the multi-angle, multilingual, and Parental Control functions are provided with the DVD.

DVD-RW (page 6)

A DVD-RW is a recordable and rewritable disc that is the same size as a DVD VIDEO. The DVD-RW has two different modes: VR mode and Video mode. DVD-RWs created in Video mode have the same format as a DVD VIDEO, while discs created in VR (Video Recording) mode allow the contents to be programmed or edited.

DVD+RW (page 6)

A DVD+RW (plus RW) is a recordable and rewritable disc. DVD+RWs use a recording format that is comparable to the DVD VIDEO format.

Information Additional

continued

Glossary 117

Interlace format

Interlace format shows every other line of an image as a single ???field??? and is the standard method for displaying images on television. The even number field shows the even numbered lines of an image, and the odd numbered field shows the odd numbered lines of an image.

Progressive format (pages 64 and 69)

Compared to the Interlace format that alternately shows every other line of an image (field) to create one frame, the Progressive format shows the entire image at once as a single frame. This means that while the Interlace format can show 30 frames/60 fields in one second, the Progressive format can show 60 frames in one second. The overall picture quality increases and still images, text, and horizontal lines appear sharper. This player is compatible with the 480 progressive format.

Title (page 37)

The longest section of a picture or music feature on a DVD, movie, etc., in video software, or the entire album in audio software.

Track (page 37)

Sections of a picture or a music feature on a CD or VIDEO CD (the length of a song).

118 Glossary

Specifications

System

Laser

Semiconductor laser Format

VHS NTSC standard Video recording system

Rotary head helical scanning FM system Video heads

Double azimuth four heads Video signal

NTSC color, EIA standards Tape speed

SP: 33.35 mm/s (1 3 8 inches/s)

EP: 11.12 mm/s ( 7 16 inches/s)

LP: 16.67 mm/s ( 11 16 inches/s), playback only

Maximum recording/playback time

8 hrs. in EP mode (with T-160 tape) Rewind time

Approx. 1 min (with T-120 tape)

Tuner section

Channel coverage VHF 2 to 13 UHF 14 to 69

CATV A-8 to A-1, A to W, W+1 to W+84 Antenna

75-ohm antenna terminal for VHF/UHF

Inputs and outputs

LINE IN 1 and LINE-2 IN

VIDEO IN, phono jack (1 each)

Input signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced, sync negative

AUDIO IN, phono jacks (2 each) Input level: 327 mVrms

Input impedance: more than 47 kilohms

LINE OUT

VIDEO OUT, phono jack (1)

Output signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced, sync negative

AUDIO OUT, phono jacks (2) Standard output: 327 mVrms Load impedance: 47 kilohms

Output impedance: less than 10 kilohms

DIGITAL OUT

OPTICAL, Optical output jack ???18 dBm (wave length: 660 nm) COAXIAL, phono jack

Output signal: 0.5 Vp-p, 75 ohms

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, Pb, Pr) Phono jack

Y: 1.0 Vp-p/Pb, Pr: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms

S-VIDEO OUT

4-pin, mini-DIN jack

Y: 1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, sync negative

C: 0.286 Vp-p, load impedance 75 ohms

Timer section

Clock

Quartz locked Timer indication

12-hour cycle Timer setting

8 programs (max.)

General

Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz

Power consumption 25 W

Power back-up

Back-up duration: 0 min Operating temperature

0??C to 45??C (32??F to 113??F) Storage temperature

???20??C to 60??C (???4??F to 140??F) Operating humidity

25% to 80%

Dimensions including projecting parts and controls (w/h/d)

Approx. 430 ?? 85 ?? 287 mm (Approx. 17 ?? 3.4 ?? 11.5 inches)

Mass

Approx. 3.6 kg (Approx. 7.9 lbs)

Supplied accessories

Remote commander (1) Size AA (R6) batteries (2)

75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type connectors (1) Audio/video cord (pinplug ??3 y pinplug ??3) (1)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

ENERGY STAR?? is a U.S. registered mark.

As an ENERGY STAR?? Partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR?? guidelines for energy efficiency.

Information Additional

Specifications 119

Index to parts and controls

Refer to the pages indicated in parentheses ( ) for details.

Front panel

SLV-D550P

SLV-D350P

A?/1 POWER (on/standby) switch (11) (35) (42)

B PROGRESSIVE indicator (64) (69)

C Disc tray (33)

D A (open/close) button (33) (34)

E Tape compartment (44)

F A (eject) button (42)

G z REC (record) button (45)

Hm (rewind)/M (fast-forward) button (35) (42)

I x (stop) button (34) (42)

J X (pause) button (34) (42)

K H (play) button*1 (34) (42)

L DIAL TIMER*2 (50)

M Remote sensor (10)

NCHANNEL/TRACKING +/??? buttons*1 (44) (103)

O SELECT DVD/VIDEO buttons (10)

PLINE-2 IN VIDEO/AUDIO L/R jacks*3 (106)

*1 H and CHANNEL + buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference.

*2 SLV-D550P only *3 Covered

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Remote commander for DVD

A Z (open/close) button (33) (34)

B TV / DVD???VIDEO switch (10)

C SELECT DVD button (10)

D Number buttons*1 (29)

E CLEAR button (43) (48) (82)

F ANGLE button (79)

G SET UP button (20)

H SUBTITLE button (80)

I AUDIO button*1 (86) (100)

J SKIP button (34)

K REPLAY button (34)

L X PAUSE button (34)

M H PLAY button*1 (34)

NV/v/B/b buttons (20) ENTER button*2 (20)

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Remote commander for VIDEO

A Z (eject) button (42)

B TV / DVD???VIDEO switch (10)

C SELECT VIDEO button (10)

D Number buttons*1 (29)

E CLEAR button (43)

F SET UP button (20)

G TIMER button (47)

H AUDIO button*1 (100)

I SKIP button (43)

JSP (Standard Play)/EP (Extended Play) button (45)

K z REC (record) button (45)

L X PAUSE button (42)

M H PLAY button*1 (42)

NV/v/B/b buttons (20) ENTER button*2 (20)

O DISPLAY button (43)

P ?/1 (on/standby) switch (11) (42)

Q VCR Plus+ button*3 (55)

RCH (channel)/TRACKING +/??? buttons*1 (44) (103)

S VOL (volume) +/??? buttons (11)

T ENTER button*2 (20)

U MUTING button (11)

V SEARCH button (101)

W TV/VIDEO button (46)

X INPUT SELECT button (46)

Ym (rewind)/M (fast-forward) y (slow) buttons (42)

Z ./> SHUTTLE button (42) wj x STOP button (42)

wk O RETURN button (56)

*1 Number 5, AUDIO, H PLAY and CH/TRACKING + buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference.

*2 The ENTER buttons 14 and 20 can be used interchangeably.

*3 SLV-D550P only

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Index

Numerics

16:9 68

4:3 Letter Box 68 4:3 Pan Scan 68

Adjusting picture 103 tracking 103

Angle 79

Antenna hookup 15 Audio track 100

Audio/video (A/V) hookup 14 Auto Clock Set 22

Cable hookup 13 Channel line-up chart 30

Cleaning the video heads 115 Clock setting 22 Commercial Skip 42 Connecting

Cable TV 19

external antenna connector 111

VHF/UHF band mixer 111 Counter 43

Custom AV Mode 39

DATA CD 6, 89, 93 Demonstration Mode 54 Dial Timer 50 Disabling channels 28

DOLBY DIGITAL 61, 86 DTS 62, 86

Dubbing. see Editing DVD 6

Editing 106

EP mode 45

Handling discs 8

Hi-fi audio track 100

JPEG 6, 93

Language selecting 20 LP mode 46

Monaural 100 Monitoring audio during playback 100

MP3 6, 89

Normal audio track 100

Parental Control 73

PBC (Playback control) 97 Picture adjustment 103 Playback

at various speeds 35, 42 frame by frame 43 MP3 audio track 89 program play 81

repeat play 84 selecting the sound 100 shuffle play 83

skip 42

slow motion 35, 43 VIDEO CDs 97

Presetting channels 26 Program play 81 Progressive 64, 118

Recording

bilingual programs 100 SAP broadcasts 100 saving 46

stereo broadcasts 100 using the Dial Timer 50 using the VCR Plus+ system 55

while watching another program 46, 49

Repeat play 84 RF channel 110

Safety tab 46

SAP (Second Audio Program) 100

Searching

at various speeds 35, 42 for a blank portion 102 for the counter 0 point 102 Scan and Play 101

Shuffle play 83 SP mode 45 STEREO 86 Stereo 100 Subtitle 80

Timer setting

daily/weekly recording 48 using the Dial Timer 50 using the VCR Plus+ system 55

Tracking adjustment. see Adjusting

Usable discs 6

VCR Plus+ system channel set up 30 recording 55

VIDEO CD 6, 97

Zoom 78

126 Index