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©2009 Sony Corporation
Operating Instructions
4-157-172-12 (1)
MEX-DV700
MEX-DV707
GB
Multi Disc Player
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.
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this product
will increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used
in this CD/DVD player is harmful to eyes, do not
attempt to disassemble the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
On safety
• Comply with the traffic laws in your country.
• For your safety, the monitor connected to the
VIDEO OUT turns off automatically when the
parking brake is not applied.
This label is located on the bottom of the
chassis.
Note on the lithium battery
Do not expose the battery to excessive heat such as
direct sunlight, fire or the like.
Warning if your car’s ignition has no
ACC position
Be sure to set the Auto Off function
(page 39).
The unit will shut off completely and
automatically in the set time after the unit is
turned off, which prevents battery drain.
If you do not set the Auto Off function, press
and hold (SOURCE/OFF) until the display
disappears each time you turn the ignition off.
To cancel the demonstration (DEMO) display,
see page 40.
Preventing an accident
Pictures appear only after you park the car
and set the parking brake.
If the car starts moving during video
playback, pictures from the VIDEO OUT
automatically disappear after displaying the
following caution.
The pictures on the screen are turned off, but
audio source can be heard.
Do not operate the unit or watch the monitor
while driving.
Video blocked for your
safety.
Table of Contents
Copyrights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Playable discs and symbols used in this
manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Location and function of controls . . . . . . . . . . .8
Main unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Card remote commander RM-X168 . . . . . .10
Getting Started
Resetting the unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Performing initial setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Preparing the card remote
commander. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Detaching the front panel . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Attaching the front panel. . . . . . . . . . 13
Basic Operations
Listening to the radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Playing video discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Playing audio discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Advanced Operations — Radio
Storing and receiving stations . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Storing automatically — BTM . . . . . . . . . .19
Storing manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Receiving stored stations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
RDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Selecting PTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Setting CT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Advanced Operations — Discs
Playing JPEG files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Using PBC functions — Playback control . . . 21
Using play mode menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Viewing time/text information of the disc. . . . 22
Configuring audio settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Changing the audio language/format . . . . . 23
Checking the program format. . . . . . . . . . . 24
Adjusting the audio output level
— DVD level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Magnifying pictures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Adjusting the picture quality
— Picture EQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Customizing the picture quality . . . . . . . . . 26
Locking discs — Parental control . . . . . . . . . . 26
Activating parental control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Changing the area and its movie rating
level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Repeat and shuffle play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Direct search play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Listing up tracks/images/video files
— Quick-BrowZer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Selecting a track/image/video file. . . . . . . . 29
Selecting a file type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Viewing audio disc information . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Sound Adjustment
Adjusting the sound characteristics
— SOUND . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Enjoying sophisticated sound functions . . . . . 31
Creating a virtual center speaker
— CSO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Using rear speakers as a subwoofer
— RBE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Optimizing sound for the listening position
— Intelligent Time Alignment . . . . . . . . . . 31
Setting the subwoofer position . . . . . . . . . . 32
Precisely calibrating the listening position
— Intelligent Time Alignment Tune . . . . . 32
Customizing the equalizer curve
— EQ7 Tune. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Adjusting the speaker volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Be sure to install this unit in the dashboard of
the car for safety. For installation and
connections, see the supplied installation/
connections manual.
Settings
Visual setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Basic operation of visual setup . . . . . . . . . . 34
Language setup for display or
soundtrack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Display setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Custom setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Audio setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Resetting all settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
System setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Basic operation of system setup . . . . . . . . . 38
Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Using Optional Equipment
Auxiliary equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Additional Information
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Notes on discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Playback order of MP3/WMA/AAC/JPEG/
DivX®/MPEG-4 files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
About MP3 files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
About WMA files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
About AAC files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
About JPEG files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
About DivX video. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
About DivX Video-on-Demand . . . . . . . . . 45
About MPEG-4 files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Removing the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Error displays/Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Language code/area code list. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
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.
“DVD VIDEO,” “DVD-R,” “DVD-RW,”
“DVD+R,” and “DVD+RW” are trademarks.
DivX®, DivX Certified® and
associated logos are registered
trademarks of DivX, Inc.
THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE
MPEG-4 VISUAL PATENT PORTFOLIO
LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-
COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER FOR
DECODING MPEG-4 VIDEO THAT WAS
ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN
A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL
ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM
A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED BY MPEG
LA TO PROVIDE MPEG-4 VIDEO. NO
LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE
IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION INCLUDING
THAT RELATING TO PROMOTIONAL,
INTERNAL AND COMMERCIAL USES AND
LICENSING MAY BE OBTAINED FROM
MPEG LA, LLC. SEE
HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM
Manufactured under license
from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby” and the double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Windows Media and the
Windows logo are trademarks
or registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.
Playable discs and symbols used in this manual
This unit can play various video/audio discs.
The following chart helps you to check if a disc is supported by this unit, as well as what functions are
available for a given disc type.
*1 Audio files can also be stored.
*2 Video/image files can also be stored.
Note
“DVD” may be used in this manual as a general term for DVD VIDEOs, DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs, and DVD+Rs/
DVD+RWs.
The following chart shows the supported compression formats and their file types.
Available functions differ depending on the format, regardless of disc type. The format symbols below
appear next to the description of functions available for that format.
Tip
For details on compression formats, see page 44.
Note
Even compatible discs may not be playable on this unit, depending on their recorded condition.
Disc symbol in manual
Disc format
VIDEO
DVD VIDEO
DVD-R*1 / DVD-R DL*1 / DVD-RW*1
(Video mode/VR mode)
DVD+R*1 / DVD+R DL*1 / DVD+RW*1
Video CD
(Ver. 1.0/1.1/2.0)
AUDIO
Audio CD
CD-ROM*2 / CD-R*2 / CD-RW*2
Format symbol in manual
File type
MP3 audio file
WMA audio file
AAC audio file
JPEG image file
DivX® video file
MPEG-4 video file
MPEG-4
Location and function of controls
Main unit
• Refer to the pages listed for details.
• Instructions in this manual generally describe
the controls on the card remote commander.
You can also use the controls on the main unit
if they have the same or similar names to those
on the card remote commander.
A SEEK +/– buttons page 14, 16, 18, 20
Disc*1:
Press to skip a chapter/track/scene/file.
Press and hold momentarily to reverse/fast-
forward disc.
Press and hold to reverse/fast-forward track.
Radio:
Press to tune in stations automatically.
Press and hold to find a station manually.
B
(Browse) button page 29
To enter the Quick-BrowZer mode.*2
C SOURCE/OFF button page 12, 13, 14,
15, 17
Press to turn on the power/change the source
(Radio/Disc/AUX).
Press for 1 second to turn off the power.
Press for more than 2 seconds to shut off
completely.
D Control dial/SOUND/ENTER button
page 12, 20
Rotate to adjust the volume/adjust a setting.
Press to open the sound menu/apply a
setting.
Press and hold to open the system setup
menu.
E Disc slot page 15, 17
F Display window
G Z (Eject) button page 15, 17
H AUX input jack page 42
To connect a portable audio device.
I
(Front panel release) button
page 13
J MODE/
(Back) button page 14, 19,
29, 30, 43
MODE:
To select the radio band (FM/AM)/select an
auxiliary device connected to the AUX input
jack (front) or AUX IN terminal (rear).
(Back):
To return to the previous display/move to the
upper level/exit the system setup menu or
sound menu.
P
U
S
H
S
O
U
N
D
/
E
N
T
E
R
ALBUM
REP
SHUF
AUX
SOURCE
DSPL
SEEK
OFF
SEEK
SCRL
1
PTY
2
3
4
5
6
MODE
9
qa
qd
qg
2
q;
qf
qs
1
8
3 4
5
6
7
K DSPL (Display)/SCRL (Scroll) button
page 19, 22, 42
Press to change display items.
Press and hold to scroll the display item.
L RESET button (located behind the front
panel) page 12
M PTY (Program Type) button page 20
To select PTY in RDS.
N Number buttons
Disc:
(1): b REP page 15, 16, 27
(2): SHUF B page 15, 16, 27
(3)*3/(4): ALBUM –/+ (V/v) page 15,
16, 18, 20
Press to skip an album or folder/move
the cursor.
Press and hold to skip albums or folders
continuously.
(6): u (Play/Pause) page 15, 16, 17,
18, 20
Radio:
Press to receive stored stations.
Press and hold to store stations.
O Receptor for the card remote
commander
*1 Operation differs depending on the disc (page 16,
18).
*2 When a CD/MP3/WMA/AAC/JPEG/DivX/MPEG-4
is played.
*3 This button has a tactile dot.
Card remote commander RM-X168
• Refer to the pages listed for details.
• Remove the insulation film before use
(page 12).
A OFF button page 15, 17
Press to turn off/stop the source.
Press and hold to shut off completely.
B SOUND button page 30, 31, 32
To open the sound menu.
C VISUAL SETUP button page 21, 24,
25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 31, 32, 34
To open the play mode/visual setup menu.
D SYSTEM SETUP button page 19, 24,
32, 33, 38, 42, 43
To open the system setup menu.
E
(BACK)/O button page 21, 22, 26,
27, 29, 30, 33, 34
To return to the previous display/move to the
upper level/exit the system setup menu or
sound menu/return to the menu on a VCD*1.
F Number buttons page 15, 16, 19, 21,
22, 26, 27, 28, 29
Disc:
To locate a title/chapter/track.
Radio:
Press to receive stored stations.
Press and hold to store stations.
G CLEAR button page 26, 29
To delete an entered number.
H DSPL (Display) button page 19, 22, 42
To change display items.
1
2
3
4
5
7
8
6
qf
qj
qg
qh
qd
qs
9
0
qa
I ATT (Attenuate) button
To attenuate the sound (to cancel, press
again).
J u (Play/Pause) button page 15, 16,
17, 18, 20
K .m/M> buttons page 14, 16,
18, 20
Disc*2:
Press to skip a chapter/track/scene/file.
Press and hold momentarily to reverse/fast-
forward disc.
Press and hold to reverse/fast-forward track.
Radio:
Press to tune in stations automatically.
Press and hold to find a station manually.
L DVD playback setting buttons
(AUDIO): page 16, 23
To change the audio language/format.
(For VCD/CD/MP3/WMA/AAC/MPEG-4,
to change the audio channel.)
(SUBTITLE): page 16
To change the subtitle language.
(ANGLE): page 16
To change the viewing angle.
(TOP MENU): page 16
To open the top menu on a DVD.
(MENU): page 16
To open the menu on a disc.
M
(BROWSE) button page 29
To enter the Quick-BrowZer mode.*3
N
Resetting the unit
Before operating the unit for the first time, or
after replacing the car battery or changing the
connections, you must reset the unit.
Detach the front panel (page 13) and press the
RESET button (page 9) with a pointed object,
such as a ball-point pen.
Note
Pressing the RESET button will erase the clock setting
and some stored contents.
Performing initial setup
After resetting, the display for initial speaker
setup appears.
Be sure to set correctly following the procedure
below to enjoy the various sound functions of
this unit.
To skip the initial setup, press (SOURCE/OFF),
or insert a disc.
1 Press the control dial in the initial
setup display.
2 Rotate the control dial to set the audio
output, then press it.
If a subwoofer is connected, select “SUB
OUT.”
If a power amplifier is connected, select
“REAR OUT.”
If neither subwoofer or power amplifier is
connected, you can select either “SUB OUT”
or “REAR OUT.”
3 Rotate the control dial to select your
listening position, then press it.
Select “FRONT L” if your listening position
is front left, or select “FRONT R” if front
right.
The clock display appears when the setting is
complete.
Note
During the initial setup procedure, returning to the
previous display is not possible by pressing
. To
restart the initial setup, reset the unit by pressing the
RESET button.
With the card remote commander
Press M/m instead of rotating the control dial, press
(ENTER) instead of pressing the control dial.
Preparing the card remote
commander
Remove the insulation film.
Tip
For how to replace the battery, see page 45.
Control dial
SOURCE / OFF
Detaching the front panel
You can detach the front panel of this unit to
prevent theft.
Caution alarm
If you turn the ignition switch to the OFF
position without detaching the front panel, the
caution alarm will sound for a few seconds.
The alarm will only sound if the built-in
amplifier is used.
1 Press and hold (SOURCE/OFF).
The unit is turned off.
2 Press
, then pull it off towards you.
Notes
• Do not drop or put excessive pressure on the front
panel and display window.
• Do not subject the front panel to heat/high
temperature or moisture. Avoid leaving it in a parked
car or on a dashboard/rear tray.
Attaching the front panel
Engage part A of the front panel with part B of
the unit, as illustrated, and push the left side into
position until it clicks.
Note
Do not put anything on the inner surface of the front
panel.
(SOURCE/OFF)
B
A
Listening to the radio
Tip
For details on other radio functions, see “Advanced Operations — Radio” on page 19.
With the card remote commander
Use (SRC) instead of (SOURCE/OFF), and .m/M> instead of (SEEK) –/+.
1
Press (SOURCE/OFF) repeatedly until “TUNER” appears.
2
Press (MODE) repeatedly until the desired band (FM1, FM2, FM3,
AM1 or AM2) appears.
3
Perform tuning.
To tune automatically
Press (SEEK) +/–.
Scanning stops when the unit receives a station. Repeat this procedure until the desired station
is received.
To tune manually
Press and hold (SEEK) +/– to locate the approximate frequency, then press (SEEK) +/–
repeatedly to fine adjust to the desired frequency.
.m/M>
MODE
SRC
SEEK
MODE
SOURCE / OFF
Playing video discs
Depending on the disc, some operations may be different or restricted.
Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your disc.
To stop playback
Press (SOURCE/OFF) for 1 second.
With the card remote commander, press (OFF).
To eject the disc
Press Z.
Note
Discs in DTS format are not supported. The sound is not output if the DTS format is selected.
About the DVD menu
A DVD is divided into several sections, which make up a picture or music feature. These sections are
called “titles.” When you play a DVD that contains several titles, you can select a desired title using the
DVD’s top menu. For DVDs that allow you to select items such as subtitle/sound language(s), select
these items using the DVD menu.
1
Turn on your monitor, then select the input source on your monitor
corresponding to this unit.
2
Insert the disc (label side up).
Playback starts automatically.
If playback does not start automatically, press u.
3
If the DVD menu appears, press (1)(b)/(2)(B)/(3)(V)/(4)(v) to move
the cursor, then press (6) (u) to confirm.
With the card remote commander, press the
Other playback operations
*1 Unavailable depending on the disc.
*2 When the 4-digit input prompt appears, input the language code (page 51) for the desired language.
*3 When a DivX/MPEG-4 is played.
Note on DivX/MPEG-4 playback
If a disc contains multiple file types, only the selected file type (audio/video/image) can be played.
To play DivX/MPEG-4 video files of such a disc, press
during playback, select “LIST UP VIDEO FILES,” then
select the desired file (page 29).
To
Press
pause/resume play after pause
u
skip a chapter/track/scene/file
.m/M>
reverse/fast-forward disc
and hold .m/M> momentarily; and then
repeatedly to switch the speed (× 2 t × 12 t × 120 t
× 2…)
cancel reverse/fast-forward
u
show the DVD menu*1
Remote:
(TOP MENU) or (MENU)
select items in the DVD menu*1
Main unit:
(1)(b)/(2)(B)/(3)(V)/(4)(v) to move the cursor, then
press (6) (u) to confirm
Remote:
u
SUBTITLE
ANGLE
MENU
b/B/V/v
ALBUM
Playing audio discs
Depending on the disc, some operations may be different or restricted.
Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your disc.
To stop playback
Press (SOURCE/OFF) for 1 second.
With the card remote commander, press (OFF).
To eject the disc
Press Z.
Note
Discs in DTS format are not supported. The sound is not output if the DTS format is selected.
1
Insert the disc (label side up).
Playback starts automatically.
If playback does not start automatically, press u.
continue to next page t
u
OFF
u
SOURCE / OFF
Z
Other playback operations
* When an MP3/WMA/AAC is played.
To
Press
pause/resume play after pause
u
skip a track
.m (<)/M> (,)
reverse/fast-forward track
and hold .m/M>
skip an album*
Main unit:
(3) (ALBUM –)/(4) (ALBUM +)
Remote:
M/m
skip albums continuously*
Main unit:
and hold (3) (ALBUM –)/(4) (ALBUM +)
Remote:
and hold M/m
u
u
.m/M>
ALBUM
Advanced Operations — Radio
Storing and receiving stations
Caution
When tuning in stations while driving, use Best
Tuning Memory (BTM) to prevent an accident.
Storing automatically — BTM
1 Press (SRC) repeatedly until “TUNER”
appears on the main unit.
To change the band, press (MODE)
repeatedly. You can select from FM1, FM2,
FM3, AM1 or AM2.
2 Press (SYSTEM SETUP).
The system setup item appears.
3 Press M/m to select “BTM,” then press
(ENTER).
The unit stores stations in order of frequency
on the number buttons ((1) to (6)).
A beep sounds when the setting is stored.
With the main unit
Press (SOURCE/OFF) instead of (SRC), press and
hold the control dial instead of pressing
(SYSTEM SETUP), rotate the control dial instead of
pressing M/m, press the control dial instead of
(ENTER).
Storing manually
1 While receiving the station that you
want to store, press and hold a
number button ((1) to (6)) until
“MEM” appears on the main unit.
The number button indication appears on the
main unit.
Note
If you try to store another station on the same number
button, the previously stored station will be replaced.
Receiving stored stations
1 Select the band, then press a number
button ((1) to (6)).
RDS
Overview
FM stations with Radio Data System (RDS)
service send inaudible digital information along
with the regular radio program signal.
Display items
A Radio band, Function
B Program service name, Clock, Frequency*,
Preset number
* While receiving the RDS station, “ *” is displayed on
the left of the frequency indication.
To change display items B, press (DSPL).
RDS services
This unit automatically provides RDS services as
follows:
Notes
• Depending on the country/region, not all RDS
functions may be available.
• RDS will not work if the signal strength is too weak,
or if the station you are tuned to is not transmitting
RDS data.
PTY (Program Types)
Displays the currently received program type.
Also searches your selected program type.
CT (Clock Time)
The CT data from the RDS transmission sets
the clock.
B
A
1 Press (PTY) on the main unit during
FM reception.
The current program type name appears if the
station is transmitting PTY data.
2 Rotate the control dial to select the
program type.
3 Press the control dial.
The unit searches for a station broadcasting
the selected program type.
Type of programs
Notes
• You cannot use this function in countries/regions
where no PTY data is available.
• You may receive a different radio program from the
one you select.
Setting CT
1 Set “CT-ON” in system setup
(page 39).
Notes
• The CT function may not work even though an RDS
station is being received.
• There might be a difference between the time set by
the CT function and the actual time.
Advanced Operations — Discs
This chapter consists of the following sections.
• Video-specific operations*
t page 20 to 27
• Video*/audio common operations
t page 27 to 29
• Audio-specific operations
t page 30
* Including JPEG operations.
Playing JPEG files
You can enjoy a slide show of JPEG files on this
unit. The slide show starts automatically when
you insert a disc or press u. For details on how
to start playback, follow step 1 to 3 of “Playing
video discs” on page 15.
Other playback operations
Notes
• If a large-sized image is rotated, it may take longer
to display.
• Progressive JPEG files cannot be displayed.
• If the disc contains multiple file types, only the
selected file type (audio/video/image) can be played.
To play JPEG image files of such a disc, press
during playback, select “LIST UP IMAGE FILES,”
then select the desired file (page 29).
Tip
You can also select a file to play using a list (Quick-
BrowZer) (page 29).
NEWS (News), AFFAIRS (Current Affairs),
INFO (Information), SPORT (Sports),
EDUCATE (Education), DRAMA (Drama),
CULTURE (Culture), SCIENCE (Science),
VARIED (Varied), POP M (Pop Music),
ROCK M (Rock Music), EASY M (M.O.R.
Music), LIGHT M (Light classical),
CLASSICS (Serious classical), OTHER M
(Other Music), WEATHER (Weather),
FINANCE (Finance), CHILDREN (Children’s
program), SOCIAL A (Social Affairs),
RELIGION (Religion), PHONE IN (Phone In),
TRAVEL (Travel), LEISURE (Leisure), JAZZ
(Jazz Music), COUNTRY (Country Music),
NATION M (National Music), OLDIES (Oldies
Music), FOLK M (Folk Music), DOCUMENT
(Documentary)
To
Press
rotate the image
Remote:
, (rotates every 90º)
skip an image
.m/M>
skip an album
Main unit:
(3) (ALBUM –)/
(4) (ALBUM +)
skip albums
continuously
Main unit:
and hold (3) (ALBUM –)/
(4) (ALBUM +)
Using PBC functions
— Playback control
The PBC menu assists your operation
interactively while a PBC compatible VCD is
played.
1 Press (VISUAL SETUP) while the unit is
off.
The visual setup menu appears.
2 Press M/m to select
(CUSTOM
SETUP), then press (ENTER).
The custom setup items appear.
3 Press M/m to select “PBC,” then press
(ENTER).
4 Press M/m to select “ON,” then press
(ENTER).
5 Start playing a PBC compatible VCD.
The PBC menu appears.
6 Press the number buttons to select the
desired item, then press (ENTER).
7 Follow the instructions in the menu for
interactive operations.
To return to the previous display, press O.
Playing without the PBC function
1 Select “PBC: OFF” in the visual setup
menu, then start playing a VCD.
Playback starts. The PBC menu does not
appear during playback.
Notes
• The items on the menu, and operation procedures
differ depending on the disc.
• During PBC playback, the track number, playback
item, etc., do not appear in the play mode menu
(page 21).
• Resume playback is unavailable during playback
without PBC.
Using play mode menu
You can use the play mode menu on this unit to
control playback or configure playback settings.
To show the play mode menu, press
(VISUAL SETUP) during playback.
To hide, press (VISUAL SETUP) again.
Notes
• During audio disc playback, (VISUAL SETUP) is
inactive.
• During JPEG playback, (VISUAL SETUP) is active
only when an image is fully displayed.
Tip
If you press (VISUAL SETUP) while the playback is
stopped, the visual setup menu (by the monitor)
appears where you can configure various settings,
such as display language, audio adjustment, etc.
(page 34).
E.g., when playing a DVD
A Play mode menu items
For details, see “List of play mode menu
items” on page 22.
B DVD: Title number/Total
VCD: Track number/Total*1
JPEG: Album number/Total
DivX/MPEG-4: Album (folder) number/Total
C DVD: Chapter number/Total
JPEG: Image number/Total
DivX/MPEG-4: File number/Total
D Elapsed playback time*2
E Format
F Playback status (PLAY N, PAUSE X, etc.)
G Current setting
H Options
I Selected item
J Selected item name and/or operation assist
messages
*1 When playing a VCD with the PBC function
(page 21), no indication appears.
*2 During JPEG playback, no indication appears.
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OFF
1:ENGLISH
2:FRENCH
3:SPANISH
PLAY
DVD VIDEO
SUBTITLE
Select :
ENTER
G
B C D
F
E
H
A
I
J
List of play mode menu items
Press
(Only when playing version 1.0/1.1, or version
2.0 without PBC function.)
• T **:**
Elapsed playback time of the current track
• T-**:**
Remaining time of the current track
• D **:**
Elapsed playback time of the current disc
• D-**:**
Remaining time of the current disc
JPEG playback
• Album number/Total
• Image number/Total
DivX/MPEG-4 playback
• Album (folder) number/Total
• File number/Total
• T **:**
Elapsed playback time of the current file
Checking text information
The text information (album name, image name,
etc.) of JPEG/DivX/MPEG-4 files can be
checked.
* “NO TEXT” appears if there is no text information.
Text information differs depending on the format
as follows.
JPEG playback
• Album name (when the album number is
displayed)
• Image name (when the image number is
displayed)
DivX/MPEG-4 playback
• Album (folder) name (when the album (folder)
number is displayed)
• File name (when the file number is displayed)
Configuring audio settings
Note
Discs in DTS format are not supported. The sound is
not output if the DTS format is selected.
Changing the audio language/
format
For DVD, the audio language can be changed if
the disc is recorded with multilingual tracks. For
DVD/DivX, you can change the audio format
when playing a disc recorded in multiple audio
formats (e.g., Dolby Digital).
1 During playback, press (AUDIO)
repeatedly until the desired audio
language/format appears.
* When playing DivX, audio format/channel (e.g.,
“MP3”) appears.
The audio language switches among the
available languages.
When the 4-digit input prompt appears, input
the language code (page 51) for the desired
language.
When the same language is displayed two or
more times, the disc is recorded in multiple
audio formats.
Changing the audio channel
When playing VCD/CD/MP3/WMA/AAC/
MPEG-4, you can select the right or left channel
sound to listen through both right and left
speakers.
The options are indicated below.
STEREO (ST): Standard stereo sound (default)
1/L (L): Left channel sound (monaural)
2/R (R): Right channel sound (monaural)
037(325)
Image name
Album/image/folder/file number
Text information*
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1:ENGLISH Dolby D
Audio language/format*
MPEG-4
1 During playback, press (AUDIO)
repeatedly until the desired audio
channel appears.
E.g., when playing an MP3
Note
You may not be able to change the audio setting
depending on the disc.
Tip
You can also change the settings of video discs by
selecting “AUDIO” in the play mode menu (page 21).
Checking the program format
You can check the number of channels and
component position on the DVD VIDEO being
played.
1 During playback, press
(VISUAL SETUP).
The play mode menu appears.
2 Press M/m to select
(AUDIO).
The program format appears.
* “PCM,” “DOLBY DIGITAL,” etc., appears depending
on the disc.
The letters in the program format display
represent the following sound components and
its position.
: Front (left)
: Front (right)
: Center
: Rear (left)
: Rear (right)
: Rear (monaural): The rear component of
the Dolby Surround processed signal and
the Dolby Digital signal
: Low Frequency Effect signal
The program format name and channel numbers
appear as follow.
Example: Dolby Digital 5.1 ch
To hide the play mode menu, press
(VISUAL SETUP).
Adjusting the audio output level
— DVD level
You can adjust the audio output level for a DVD
recorded in Dolby Digital format, to reduce the
volume level differences between disc and
source.
1 During playback, press
(SYSTEM SETUP).
The system setup item appears on the main
unit.
2 Press M/m to select “DVD-LEVEL,”
then press (ENTER).
3 Press m to set to “ADJST-ON,” then
press (ENTER).
4 Press M/m to select “DOLBY-ADJ,”
then press (ENTER).
5 Press M/m to adjust the output level.
The output level is adjustable in single steps,
between –10 and +10.
6 Press (ENTER).
The setting is complete.
To hide the system setup display, press
(SYSTEM SETUP).
With the main unit
Press and hold the control dial instead of pressing
(SYSTEM SETUP), rotate the control dial instead of
pressing M/m, press the control dial instead of
(ENTER).
TRACK NAME
ALBUM NAME
ARTIST NAME
MP3
0003/1000 ST
3:17 SHUF
Audio channel
PLAY
DVD VIDEO
L
C
LFE
LS
R
RS
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PROGRAM FORMAT
DOLBY DIGITAL 3/2.1
Current program format
Current audio format*
DOLBY DIGITAL 3 / 2 . 1
Rear component × 2
Front component × 2 +
Center component × 1
LFE component × 1
You can magnify pictures.
1 During playback, press
(VISUAL SETUP).
The play mode menu appears.
2 Press M/m to select
(CENTER
ZOOM), then press (ENTER).
The current option appears.
3 Press M/m to select the desired option
(×1, ×1.6*), then press (ENTER).
* The picture may become grainy.
The picture is magnified.
To hide the play mode menu, press
(VISUAL SETUP).
To scroll the picture, press
Customizing the picture quality
The option “CUSTOM” allows you to make your
own picture quality setting by adjusting picture
tones. You can store adjustments for both
“LIGHT ON’ and “LIGHT OFF” settings.
1 During playback, press
(VISUAL SETUP).
The play mode menu appears.
2 Press M/m to select
(PICTURE
EQ), then press (ENTER).
The current option appears.
3 Press M/m to select “CUSTOM,” then
press (ENTER).
4 Press M/m to select the picture tone,
then press , to adjust the level.
5 Press (ENTER).
To hide the play mode menu, press
(VISUAL SETUP).
Locking discs — Parental
control
*
* Excluding DVD-R/DVD-R DL/DVD-RW in VR mode.
You can lock a disc, or set playback restrictions
according to a predetermined level such as
viewer age. Restricted scenes can be blocked or
replaced with different scenes when a parental
control compatible DVD is played.
Activating parental control
1 Press (VISUAL SETUP) while the unit is
off.
The visual setup menu appears.
2 Press M/m to select
(CUSTOM
SETUP), then press (ENTER).
The custom setup items appear.
3 Press M/m to select “PARENTAL
CONTROL,” then press (ENTER).
The options appear.
4 Press M/m to select “ON t,” then
press (ENTER).
The password setting display appears.
5 Press the number buttons to enter
your password, then press (ENTER).
The confirmation display appears.
6 To confirm, press the number buttons
to reenter your password, then press
(ENTER).
The setting is complete.
To delete an entered number, press (CLEAR).
To return to the previous display, press
.
To hide the visual setup menu, press
(VISUAL SETUP).
Deactivating parental control
Select “OFF” in step 4 above, then enter your
password.
If parental control is deactivated, “Parental
control canceled” appears.
Changing the password
Select “PASSWORD t” in step 4 above, enter
your current password, enter your new password,
then reenter to confirm.
Select :
PICTURE EQ
ENTER
USER CUSTOM SETUP
COLOR
0
BRIGHT
0
CUSTOM SETUP
PARENTAL CONTROL :
SLIDE SHOW TIME :
MULTI-DISC RESUME :
PLAY LIST PLAY :
PBC :
DivX VOD
DivX DEACTIVATION :
OFF
OFF
ONt
PLAYERt
PASSWORDt
Enter a new 4-digit password,
then press .
PARENTAL CONTROL
ENTER
Changing the area and its movie
rating level
The restriction levels can be set depending on the
area and its movie ratings.
1 Press (VISUAL SETUP) while the unit is
off.
The visual setup menu appears.
2 Press M/m to select
(CUSTOM
SETUP), then press (ENTER).
The custom setup items appear.
3 Press M/m to select “PARENTAL
CONTROL,” then press (ENTER).
The options appear.
4 Press M/m to select “PLAYER t,” then
press (ENTER).
When parental control is already activated,
the display to enter your password appears.
To change the setting, enter your password,
then press (ENTER).
5 Press M/m to select “STANDARD,”
then press (ENTER).
The options appear.
6 Press M/m to select the desired area to
apply its movie ratings, then press
(ENTER).
The area is selected.
When you select “OTHERS t,” enter the
area code selecting from “Area code list” on
page 51, using the number buttons.
7 Press M/m to select “LEVEL,” then
press (ENTER).
The options appear.
The lower the number, the stricter the
restriction level.
8 Press M/m to select the desired rating,
then press (ENTER).
The setting is complete.
To return to the previous display, press
.
To hide the visual setup menu, press
(VISUAL SETUP).
Repeat and shuffle play
1 During playback, press (1) (REP) or
(2) (SHUF) on the main unit
repeatedly until the desired option
appears.
Repeat or shuffle play starts.
The repeat options and switching order of each
disc/format are indicated below.
PARENTAL CONTROL:
LEVEL :
STANDARD :
USA
USA
OTHERSt
8:
CUSTOM SETUP
PARENTAL CONTROL:
LEVEL :
STANDARD :
8:
1:
2:
3:
4:
5:
G
PG
PG-13
CUSTOM SETUP
Disc/format
Options
OFF
TITLE: Repeats the current
title.
CHAPTER: Repeats the
current chapter.
*1
OFF
TRACK: Repeats the current
track.
OFF
TRACK: Repeats the current
track.
ALBUM: Repeats the current
album.
OFF
IMAGE: Repeats the current
image.
ALBUM: Repeats the current
album.
OFF
FILE: Repeats the current video
file.
ALBUM: Repeats the current
album (folder).
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MPEG-4
The shuffle options and switching order of each
disc/format are indicated below.
*1 Available only when playing version 1.0/1.1 VCD,
or version 2.0 VCD without PBC function.
*2 Excluding DVD-R/DVD-R DL/DVD-RW in VR
mode.
To return to normal play mode, select “OFF.”
Notes
• If you return to a disc’s menu/top menu, repeat/
shuffle play will be canceled.
• Repeat/shuffle play cannot be set in the disc’s menu/
top menu.
Setting from the play mode menu
1 During playback, press
(VISUAL SETUP).
The play mode menu appears.
2 Press M/m to select
or
,
then press (ENTER).
3 Press M/m to select the desired option,
then press (ENTER).
Repeat or shuffle play starts.
Press (VISUAL SETUP) to hide the play mode
menu.
Direct search play
You can directly locate a desired point by
specifying the title number, chapter number, etc.
1 During playback, press the number
buttons to enter an item (track, title,
etc.) number, then press (ENTER).
Playback starts from the beginning of the
selected point.
Setting from the play mode menu
Search items differ depending on the disc/format
as follows.
* Available only when playing VCD without PBC
function.
Disc/format
Options
*2
OFF
TITLE: Plays chapters in
current title in random order.
*1
OFF
DISC: Plays tracks in current
disc in random order.
OFF
ALBUM: Plays tracks/images/
video files in current album
(folder) in random order.
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MPEG-4
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CHAPTER
TITLE
OFF
Disc/Format
Items
TITLE
Starts playing from a selected
title.
CHAPTER
Starts playing from a selected
chapter.
TIME
Starts playing from the point
determined by the input time
code.
*
TRACK
Starts playing from a selected
track.
ALBUM
Starts playing from a selected
album.
IMAGE
Starts playing from a selected
image.
ALBUM
Starts playing from a selected
album (folder).
FILE
Starts playing from a selected
file.
MPEG-4
MPEG-4
MPEG-4
1 During playback, press
(VISUAL SETUP).
The play mode menu appears.
2 Press M/m to select the desired item,
then press (ENTER).
The number in parentheses indicates the total
number of selected item.
3 Press the number buttons to enter an
item number or time code.
For example, to locate 2 hours, 10 minutes,
and 20 seconds, just enter “21020.”
To clear numbers already input, press
(CLEAR).
4 Press (ENTER).
Playback starts from the selected point.
Press (VISUAL SETUP) to hide the play mode
menu.
Listing up tracks/images/video
files — Quick-BrowZer
Selecting a track/image/video file
You can list up albums/folders/tracks/images/
video files on the monitor, and select a desired
one to play.
This function is convenient especially for the
disc in MP3/WMA/AAC/JPEG/DivX/MPEG-4
format containing many albums/tracks, etc.
1 During playback, press
.
The list of categories or files in the currently
played item appears.
To return/proceed to the previous/next page,
press ,.
To move to upper level, press
.
2 Press M/m to select the desired item,
then press (ENTER).
Playback starts.
With the main unit
Rotate the control dial instead of pressing M/m, press
(SEEK) –/+ instead of ,, press the control dial
instead of (ENTER).
Selecting a file type
If the disc contains multiple file types, only the
selected file type (audio/video/image) can be
played. The playback priority order of file type is
initially set to audio, video, then image (e.g., if
the disc contains video files and image files, only
video files are played). You can select the file
type to list up, then select the desired file to play.
1 During playback, press
.
2 Press M/m to select the file type to list
up, then press (ENTER).
To list up MP3, WMA and AAC files, select
“LIST UP AUDIO FILES.”
To list up DivX/MPEG-4 files, select “LIST
UP VIDEO FILES.”
To list up JPEG files, select “LIST UP
IMAGE FILES.”
3 Press M/m to select the desired file,
then press (ENTER).
Playback of the selected file starts.
With the main unit
Rotate the control dial instead of pressing M/m, press
the control dial instead of (ENTER).
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DVD VIDEO
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TRACK NAME
ALBUM NAME
ARTIST NAME
LIST UP VIDEO FILES
LIST UP IMAGE FILES
MP3
0003/1000 ST
3:17
ROOT
MUSIC FOLDER
01 TRACK 01
02 TRACK 02
03 TRACK 03
04 TRACK 04
05 TRACK 05
MPEG-4
Viewing audio disc information
During audio playback, you can check the disc
information or display the sleeve image (Album
Artwork Display)* of MP3/WMA/AAC file on
the monitor.
* The recommended size is from 240 × 240 to 960 ×
960 pixels.
E.g., when playing an MP3
A Track number or track name
Disc name/Album name
Artist name
B Format
C Track number/Total
D Playback status (N, X, etc.)
E Current audio channel
When playing CD/MP3/WMA/AAC, the
audio channel can be changed. For details, see
“Changing the audio channel” on page 23.
F Elapsed playback time
G Current play mode
H Album Artwork Display/Wallpaper
Tip
You can select a track to play using a list (Quick-
BrowZer) (page 29).
Sound Adjustment
Adjusting the sound
characteristics — SOUND
You can adjust the sound characteristics
according to your preference.
1 During reception/playback, press
(SOUND) repeatedly until the desired
setting item appears on the main unit.
2 Press M/m to adjust the level or select
the desired option.
3 Press
.
The setting is complete and the display
returns to normal play/reception mode.
With the main unit
Press the control dial instead of (SOUND), rotate the
control dial instead of pressing M/m.
The setting items in the sound menu are
indicated below.
Follow the page reference for details.
*1 Appears only when “REAR/SUB” is set to “SUB
OUT” (page 39).
*2 Appears only when a disc is played.
*3 Appears only when “REAR/SUB” is set to “SUB
OUT” (page 39), and the “POS” is set to “FRONT
L”/“FRONT R”/“FRONT”/“ALL” (page 31).
TRACK NAME
ALBUM NAME
ARTIST NAME
MP3
0003/1000 ST
3:17 SHUF
B
C D
E
F
A
G
H
BAL (Balance): Adjusts the sound balance
between the left and right speakers.
FAD (Fader): Adjusts the relative level between
the front and rear speakers.
SUB*1 (Subwoofer): Adjusts the subwoofer
volume.
EQ7: Selects an equalizer curve from 7 music
types:
“XPLOD,” “VOCAL,” “EDGE,” “CRUISE,”
“SPACE,” “GRAVITY,” “CUSTOM,” “OFF.”
CSO*2 (Center Speaker Organizer): Selects the
virtual center speaker mode: “OFF,” “1,” “2,”
“3” (page 31).
POS (Position): Selects the listening position
(page 31).
POS SUB*3 (Subwoofer position): Selects the
subwoofer position from your listening position:
“NEAR,” “NORM,” “FAR” (page 32).
RBE (Rear Bass Enhancer): Uses rear speakers
as a subwoofer: “OFF,” “1,” “2,” “3” (page 31).
Enjoying sophisticated sound
functions
Creating a virtual center speaker
— CSO
To fully enjoy surround sound, it is adequate to
have 5 speakers (front left/right, rear left/right,
center) and 1 subwoofer. CSO (Center Speaker
Organizer) allows you to create a virtual center
speaker even though it is not connected.
To set CSO, while a disc is played, press
(SOUND) repeatedly until “CSO” appears, then
select the desired mode.
For details on this procedure, see “Adjusting the
sound characteristics — SOUND” on page 30.
Note
CSO is effective only when “MULTI CH OUTPUT” is
set to “MULTI” (page 37), as it is effective only for
playback of multi-channel sources.
Using rear speakers as a
subwoofer — RBE
RBE (Rear Bass Enhancer) enhances the bass
sound by applying the low pass filter setting
(page 41) to rear speakers. This function allows
rear speakers to work as a subwoofer even if it is
not connected.
To set RBE, press (SOUND) repeatedly until
“RBE” appears, then select the desired mode.
For details on this procedure, see “Adjusting the
sound characteristics — SOUND” on page 30.
Optimizing sound for the listening
position — Intelligent Time
Alignment
The unit can change the localization of sound by
delaying the sound output from each speaker to
suit your position, and simulate a natural sound
field with the feeling of being in the center of it
wherever you sit in the car.
The setting is configurable both from the sound
menu (page 30) and the visual setup menu
(page 34).
The options for “POS” (sound menu) and
“POSITION” (visual setup menu) are indicated
below.
By the sound menu
Press (SOUND) repeatedly until “POS” appears,
then select your listening position.
For details on this procedure, see “Adjusting the
sound characteristics — SOUND” on page 30.
By the visual setup menu
1 Press (VISUAL SETUP) while the unit is
off.
The visual setup menu appears.
2 Press M/m to select
(AUDIO
SETUP), then press (ENTER).
The audio setup items appear.
3 Press M/m to select “POSITION,” then
press (ENTER).
The options appear.
4 Press M/m to select the desired option,
then press (ENTER).
The setting is complete.
Tip
The setting in sound menu will switch the setting in the
visual setup menu automatically, and vice versa.
FRONT L (1): Front left
FRONT R (2): Front right
FRONT (3): Center front
ALL (4): In the center of
your car
CUSTOM*: Precisely
calibrated position
* For details on how to calibrate,
see “Precisely calibrating the
listening position — Intelligent
Time Alignment Tune” on
page 32.
1
2
4
3
AUDIO SETUP
AUDIO DRC :
POSITION :
SUB POSITION :
MULTI CH OUTPUT :
STANDARD
FRONT L
OFF
FRONT
ALL
FRONT L
FRONT R
Setting the subwoofer position
You can set the approximate subwoofer position
from your listening position: “NEAR,”
“NORM”/“NORMAL” or “FAR.”
The setting is available only under the following
conditions.
– The subwoofer is connected and “REAR/SUB”
is set to “SUB OUT” (page 39).
– The listening position is set to “FRONT L,”
“FRONT R,” “FRONT” or “ALL” (page 31).
The setting is configurable both from the sound
menu (page 30) and the visual setup menu
(page 34).
By the sound menu
Press (SOUND) repeatedly until “POS SUB”
appears, then select the subwoofer position.
For details on this procedure, see “Adjusting the
sound characteristics — SOUND” on page 30.
By the visual setup menu
1 Press (VISUAL SETUP) while the unit is
off.
The visual setup menu appears.
2 Press M/m to select
(AUDIO
SETUP), then press (ENTER).
The audio setup items appear.
3 Press M/m to select “SUB POSITION,”
then press (ENTER).
The options appear.
4 Press M/m to select the desired option,
then press (ENTER).
The setting is complete.
Tip
The setting in sound menu will switch the setting in the
visual setup menu automatically, and vice versa.
Precisely calibrating the listening
position — Intelligent Time
Alignment Tune
You can precisely calibrate your listening
position from each speaker so that the sound
delay reaches the listener more correctly.
The setting is configurable both from the system
setup menu (page 38) and the visual setup menu
(page 34).
Before starting, measure the distance between
your listening position and each speaker.
By the system setup menu
1 During reception/playback, press
(SYSTEM SETUP).
The system setup item appears on the main
unit.
2 Press M/m to select “SP SETUP,” then
press (ENTER).
3 Press M/m to select “POS TUNE,” then
press (ENTER).
4 Press M/m to select the desired
speaker, then press (ENTER).
The speaker switches as follows:
FL (Front Left) t FR (Front Right) t
SR (Rear Right) t SL (Rear Left) t
SUB* (Subwoofer)
* Appears only when “REAR/SUB” is set to “SUB
OUT” (page 39).
5 Set the distance between your
listening position and each speaker.
To adjust the distance, press M/m.
The distance is adjustable in 2 cm (13/16 in)
steps, between 0 and 400 cm (0 and 13 1/10 ft).
6 Press (ENTER).
The setting is complete.
To set the other speakers, repeat step 4 and 5.
To hide the system setup display, press
(SYSTEM SETUP).
With the main unit
Press and hold the control dial instead of pressing
(SYSTEM SETUP), rotate the control dial instead of
pressing M/m, press the control dial instead of
(ENTER).
AUDIO SETUP
AUDIO DRC :
POSITION :
SUB POSITION :
MULTI CH OUTPUT :
STANDARD
FRONT L
NORMAL
NEAR
NORMAL
FAR
By the visual setup menu
1 From the visual setup menu, select
(AUDIO SETUP) c “POSITION” c
“CUSTOM,” then press (ENTER).
For details on this procedure, see “Optimizing
sound for the listening position — Intelligent
Time Alignment” on page 31.
The speaker list appears.
2 Set the distance between your
listening position and each speaker.
To select the speaker, press M/m and
(ENTER).
To adjust the distance, press M/m, and to
confirm, press (ENTER).
The distance is adjustable in 2 cm (13/16 in)
steps, between 0 and 400 cm (0 and 13 1/10 ft).
To return to the previous display, press
.
To hide the visual setup menu, press
(VISUAL SETUP).
Tip
The setting in visual setup will switch the setting in
system setup automatically, and vice versa.
Customizing the equalizer curve
— EQ7 Tune
“CUSTOM” of EQ7 allows you to make your
own equalizer settings. You can adjust the level
of 7 different bands: 62 Hz, 157 Hz, 396 Hz,
1.0 kHz, 2.5 kHz, 6.3 kHz, and 16 kHz.
1 During reception/playback, press
(SYSTEM SETUP).
The system setup item appears on the main
unit.
2 Press M/m to select “EQ7 TUNE,” then
press (ENTER).
3 Press M/m to select “CUSTOM,” then
press (ENTER).
4 Adjust the level of each frequency.
To adjust the level, press M/m.
The level is adjustable in single steps,
between –8 and +8.
To switch the frequency, press ,.
To restore the factory-set equalizer curve,
press and hold (ENTER).
5 Press (ENTER).
The setting is complete and the display
returns to normal play/reception mode.
To hide the system setup display, press
(SYSTEM SETUP).
Tip
Other equalizer types are also adjustable.
With the main unit
Press and hold the control dial instead of pressing
(SYSTEM SETUP), rotate the control dial instead of
pressing M/m, press (SEEK) –/+ instead of ,,
press the control dial instead of (ENTER).
Adjusting the speaker volume
You can adjust the volume of each connected
speaker.
1 Press (SYSTEM SETUP) while the unit is
off.
The system setup item appears on the main
unit.
2 Press M/m to select “SP SETUP,” then
press (ENTER).
3 Press (ENTER) to select “LEVEL-ADJ.”
4 Adjust the volume of each speaker.
To adjust the level, press M/m.
The level is adjustable in single steps,
between –6 and +6.
To switch the speaker, press ,.
The speaker switches as follows:
FL (Front Left) t FR (Front Right) t
SR (Rear Right) t SL (Rear Left) t
SUB* (Subwoofer)
* Appears only when “REAR/SUB” is set to “SUB
OUT” (page 39).
5 Press , repeatedly until the clock
display appears.
The setting is complete.
With the main unit
Press and hold the control dial instead of pressing
(SYSTEM SETUP), rotate the control dial instead of
pressing M/m, press (SEEK) –/+ instead of ,,
press the control dial instead of (ENTER).
FRONT LEFT
100cm
FRONT RIGHT
100cm
REAR LEFT
100cm
REAR RIGHT
100cm
SUBWOOFER
0cm
Various settings are configurable from the
following two setup menus.
• Visual setup menu (page 34)
Allows configuration of visual-related items
(by the monitor).
• System setup menu (page 38)
Allows configuration of system-related items
(by the main unit).
Visual setup
The visual setup menu includes the following
categories.
LANGUAGE SETUP (page 35)
Sets the menu, subtitle language, etc.
DISPLAY SETUP (page 35)
Adjusts the settings of the connected
monitor.
CUSTOM SETUP (page 36)
Customizes the playback of discs.
AUDIO SETUP (page 37)
Adjusts the sound settings according to the
disc.
RESET (page 37)
Resets all setting items.
Basic operation of visual setup
You can set items in the menu by the following
procedure.
E.g., when setting the aspect ratio to “4:3 PAN
SCAN.”
1 Press (VISUAL SETUP) while the unit is
off.
The visual setup menu appears.
2 Press M/m to select
(DISPLAY
SETUP), then press (ENTER).
The display setup items appear.
3 Press M/m to select “MONITOR TYPE,”
then press (ENTER).
The options appear.
4 Press M/m to select “4:3 PAN SCAN,”
then press (ENTER).
The setting is complete.
To return to the previous display, press
.
To hide the visual setup menu, press
(VISUAL SETUP).
LANGUAGE SETUP
MENU :
AUDIO :
SUBTITLE :
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
DISPLAY SETUP
MONITOR TYPE :
WALLPAPER :
PICTURE EQ :
16:9
WALLPAPER 1
AUTO
DISPLAY SETUP
MONITOR TYPE :
WALLPAPER :
PICTURE EQ :
16:9
16:9
4:3 LETTER BOX
4:3 PAN SCAN
Language setup for display or soundtrack
Select
(LANGUAGE SETUP), then select the desired item and option below, using M/m and
(ENTER). For details on this procedure, see “Basic operation of visual setup” on page 34.
Display setup
Select
(DISPLAY SETUP), then select the desired item and option below, using M/m and (ENTER).
For details on this procedure, see “Basic operation of visual setup” on page 34.
Follow the page reference for details. “z” indicates the default setting.
Item
Purpose
MENU
To change the disc’s menu language.
AUDIO
To change the soundtrack language.
SUBTITLE
To change the subtitle language recorded on the disc.
Item
Option
Purpose
MONITOR TYPE
Selects an aspect ratio suitable for
the connected monitor.
16:9 (z)
To display the wide picture.
Suitable when connecting to a
wide-screen monitor or a monitor
with a wide mode function.
4:3 LETTER BOX
To display a wide picture with
bands on the upper and lower
positions of the screen.
Suitable when connecting to a 4:3
screen monitor.
4:3 PAN SCAN
To display a wide picture on the
entire screen and automatically cut
off the portions that do not fit.
WALLPAPER
WALLPAPER 1, 2 (z), 3
To select the design of wallpaper.
PICTURE EQ (page 25)
Selects the setting option to show
in the play mode menu.
AUTO (z)
To switch the night time/day time
use options automatically according
to the dimmer setting in system
setup (page 40).
LIGHT ON
To show the night time use options.
LIGHT OFF
To show the day time use options.
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MPEG-4
Depending on the disc, “4:3 LETTER BOX” may be selected automatically instead of “4:3 PAN SCAN,” and vice
versa.
Custom setup
Select
(CUSTOM SETUP), then select the desired item and option below, using M/m and
(ENTER). For details on this procedure, see “Basic operation of visual setup” on page 34.
Follow the page reference for details. “z” indicates the default setting.
*1 Excluding DVD-R/DVD-R DL/DVD-RW in VR mode.
*2 DVD VIDEO only.
*3 Available only after DivX VOD disc is played.
Note
If parental control is applied, the resume playback will not work. In this case, playback starts from the beginning of
the disc when it is inserted.
Item
Option
Purpose
PARENTAL CONTROL
(page 26)
*1
Sets the playback restrictions to
not play inappropriate discs or
scenes.
OFF t (z)
To deactivate parental control.
ON t
To activate parental control.
PLAYER t
To set the restriction standard and
its level.
PASSWORD t
To set a new 4-digit password.
SLIDE SHOW TIME
5 sec. (z), 10 sec.,
20 sec., 40 sec., 60 sec.
To select the slide show interval.
FIXED
To deactivate the slide show.
MULTI-DISC RESUME
*2
ON (z)
To store the resume settings in
memory for up to 5 discs.
OFF
To not store the resume settings in
memory.
Resume playback is available only
for the current disc in the unit.
PLAY LIST PLAY
(For DVD-R/DVD-R DL/DVD-RW
in VR mode only)
ORIGINAL (z)
To play originally recorded titles.
PLAY LIST
To play edited play list.
PBC (Playback control)
ON (z)
To activate the PBC function.
OFF
To deactivate the PBC function.
DivX VOD
Displays the registration code for
this unit. For more information, see
page 45.
Done
To close the display.
DivX DEACTIVATION*3
Deactivates this unit’s registration
for DivX VOD playback.
Done
To close the display.
MPEG-4
(AUDIO SETUP), then select the desired item and option below, using M/m and (ENTER).
For details on this procedure, see “Basic operation of visual setup” on page 34.
Follow the page reference for details. “z” indicates the default setting.
*1 Excluding DVD-R/DVD-R DL/DVD-RW in VR mode.
*2 Available only when “REAR/SUB” is set to “SUB OUT” (page 39), and the “POSITION” is set to “FRONT L”/
“FRONT R”/“FRONT”/“ALL.”
Resetting all settings
All settings (excluding parental control setting) in visual setup can be reset.
Select
(RESET), then “RESET ALL SETTINGS,” “YES” using M/m and (ENTER).
For details on this procedure, see “Basic operation of visual setup” on page 34.
Note
Do not power off the unit while resetting, as it takes a few seconds to complete.
Item
Option
Purpose
AUDIO DRC
*1
Makes the sound clear when the
volume is low. Only for a DVD
conforming to Audio DRC
(Dynamic Range Control).
STANDARD (z)
To select the standard setting.
WIDE RANGE
To obtain the feeling of being at a
live performance.
POSITION (page 31)
Sets the listening position to obtain
the feeling of being in the center of
the sound field wherever you sit in
the car.
OFF (z)
To not set the listening position.
FRONT
To set to center front.
ALL
To set to the center of your car.
FRONT L
To set to front left.
FRONT R
To set to front right.
CUSTOM
To precisely calibrate the listening
position (page 32).
SUB POSITION*2 (page 32)
NEAR, NORMAL (z),
FAR
To select the approximate
subwoofer position from your
listening position.
MULTI CH OUTPUT
Switches the method of outputting
4.1-channel sources.
MULTI (z)
To output in 4.1 channels.
STEREO
To downmix to 2 channels.
The system setup menu includes the following
categories.
• SET: General settings (page 39)
• DSPL: Display settings (page 40)
• R/M: Receive mode settings (page 40)
• SND: Sound settings (page 41)
Basic operation of system setup
You can set items in the menu by the following
procedure.
E.g., when setting the demonstration.
1 Press (SYSTEM SETUP) while the unit is
off.
The system setup item appears on the main
unit.
2 Press M/m to select “DEMO,” then
press (ENTER).
The option appears.
3 Press M/m to select “ON” or “OFF,”
then (ENTER).
The setting is complete.
To hide the system setup display, press
(SYSTEM SETUP).
With the main unit
Press and hold the control dial instead of pressing
(SYSTEM SETUP), rotate the control dial instead of
pressing M/m, press the control dial instead of
(ENTER).
Follow the page reference for details. “z” indicates the default setting.
SET (Setup)
Item
Option
Purpose
Unit status
CLOCK-ADJ (Clock Adjust)
(page 42)
–
–
Any status.
CT (Clock Time) (page 19, 20)
ON
To activate the CT function.
OFF (z)
To deactivate the CT
function.
BEEP
ON (z)
To activate the operation
sound.
OFF
To deactivate the operation
sound.
COLOR-SYS (Color System)
Changes the video output
signal according to the
connected monitor.
PAL (z)
To set to PAL.
Unit off.
NTSC
To set to NTSC.
RM (Rotary Commander)
Changes the operative
direction of the rotary
commander controls.
NORM (z)
To use in the factory-set
position.
Any status.
REV
To use on the right side of
the steering column.
AUTO-OFF
Shuts off automatically after a
desired time when the unit is
off.
NO (z)
To deactivate the Auto Off
function.
30S, 30M, 60M
To select the desired time.
REAR/SUB
Switches the audio output.
REAR OUT
To set to the power
amplifier.
Unit off.
SUB OUT (z)
To set to the subwoofer.
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R/M (Receive mode)
Item
Option
Purpose
Unit status
BLACKOUT
Turns off the illumination
automatically for any source
(e.g, during playback/radio
reception, etc.) if no operation
is performed for 5 seconds.
ON
To turn off the illumination.
To bring the light back on,
press any button on the
main unit. (When activated,
remote operation is
unavailable.)
Any status.
OFF (z)
To deactivate the Black Out
function.
M.DSPL (Motion Display)
ON (z)
To show moving patterns.
During radio
reception/
playback.
OFF
To deactivate the Motion
Display.
DEMO (Demonstration)
ON (z)
To activate the
demonstration.
Unit off.
OFF
To deactivate the
demonstration.
DIMMER
Changes the display
brightness.
ON
To dim the display.
Any status.
OFF (z)
To deactivate the dimmer.
AUTO-SCRL (Auto Scroll)
Scrolls long items
automatically.
ON (z)
To scroll.
During disc
playback.
OFF
To not scroll.
Item
Option
Purpose
Unit status
LOCAL (Local Seek Mode)
ON
To only tune into stations
with stronger signals.
During radio
reception.
OFF (z)
To tune normal reception.
MONO (Monaural Mode)
Selects monaural reception
mode to improve poor FM
reception.
ON
To hear stereo broadcast in
monaural.
During FM
reception.
OFF (z)
To hear stereo broadcast in
stereo.
BTM (Best Tuning Memory)
(page 19)
–
–
During radio
reception.
*1 Appears and available only when “DVD-LEVEL” is set to “ADJST-ON.”
*2 Appears only when “REAR/SUB” is set to “SUB OUT” (page 39).
Item
Option
Purpose
Unit status
EQ7 TUNE (page 33)
–
–
During radio
reception/
playback.
AUX-LEVEL (page 43)
(–8 ~ +18)
z: 0
To select the level.
During AUX
playback.
DVD-LEVEL (page 24)
ADJST-ON
To allow for adjusting the
output level of Dolby
Digital format.
During disc
playback.
ADJST-OFF
(z)
To deactivate the level
adjustment.
DOLBY-ADJ (Dolby Level
Adjust) (page 24)*1
(–10 ~ +10)
z: +8
To select the level.
SP SETUP (Speaker Setup)
LEVEL-ADJ
(Level Adjust)
To select the level (–6 ~ +6,
13 steps).
Unit off.
HPF-FREQ
(High Pass Filter
Frequency)
To select the front/rear
speaker cut-off frequency
(OFF (z), 50HZ, 60HZ,
80HZ, 100HZ, 120HZ).
During radio
reception/
playback.
LPF-FREQ
(Low Pass Filter
Frequency)*2
To select the subwoofer
cut-off frequency (120HZ,
100HZ (z), 80HZ, 60HZ,
50HZ).
LPF-PHASE
(Low Pass Filter
Phase)*2
To select the subwoofer
phase (NORM (z), REV).
POS TUNE
(Position Tune)
(page 32)
To set the listening position
(0 ~ 400 cm (0 and
13 1/10 ft)).
Setting the clock
The clock uses a 12-hour indication.
1 Press (SYSTEM SETUP).
The system setup item appears on the main
unit.
2 Press M/m to select “CLOCK-ADJ,”
then press (ENTER).
The hour indication flashes.
3 Press M/m to set the hour and minute.
To move the digital indication, press ,.
4 Press (ENTER).
The setting is complete.
To hide the system setup display, press
(SYSTEM SETUP).
To show the clock during playback, press
(DSPL) repeatedly until it appears.
With the main unit
Press and hold the control dial instead of pressing
(SYSTEM SETUP), rotate the control dial instead of
pressing M/m, press (SEEK) –/+ instead of ,,
press the control dial instead of (ENTER).
Using Optional Equipment
Auxiliary equipment
You can connect auxiliary devices to the unit,
and listen on your car speakers.
Up to 2 devices can be connected, one to the
AUX input jack (stereo mini jack) on the front,
and the other to the AUX AUDIO IN terminals
on the rear. The volume level is adjustable for
any difference between the unit and the auxiliary
device.
Connecting an auxiliary device
1 Turn off the auxiliary device.
2 Turn down the volume on the unit.
3 Connect to the unit.
On the front
Connect to the AUX input jack.
* Be sure to use a straight type plug.
On the rear
Connect to the AUX AUDIO IN terminals.
AUX
AUX
Connecting cord*
(not supplied)
Selecting an auxiliary device
1 Press (SRC) repeatedly until “AUX” appears
on the main unit.
2 Press (MODE) to select “FRONT-IN” or
“REAR-IN.”
Operate by the auxiliary device itself.
Adjusting the volume level
Be sure to adjust the volume of each connected
device before playback.
1 Turn down the volume on the unit.
2 Press (SRC) repeatedly until “AUX” appears
on the main unit.
If two auxiliary devices are connected, select
the device to adjust its volume by pressing
(MODE).
3 Start playback of the auxiliary device at a
moderate volume.
4 Set your usual listening volume on the unit.
5 Press (SYSTEM SETUP).
6 Press M/m to select “AUX-LEVEL,” then
press (ENTER).
7 Press M/m to adjust the input level.
The input level is adjustable in single steps,
between –8 and +18.
8 Press (ENTER).
The setting is complete.
To hide the system setup display, press
(SYSTEM SETUP).
With the main unit
Press (SOURCE/OFF) instead of (SRC), press and
hold the control dial instead of pressing
(SYSTEM SETUP), rotate the control dial instead of
pressing M/m, press the control dial instead of
(ENTER).
Additional Information
Precautions
• Cool off the unit beforehand if your car has been
parked in direct sunlight.
• Power antenna (aerial) extends automatically.
Moisture condensation
Should moisture condensation occur inside the unit,
remove the disc and wait for about an hour for it to
dry out; otherwise the unit will not operate properly.
To maintain high sound quality
Do not splash liquid onto the unit or discs.
Notes on discs
• Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat
sources such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a car
parked in direct sunlight.
• Before playing, wipe the discs
with a cleaning cloth from the
center out. Do not use solvents
such as benzine, thinner,
commercially available
cleaners.
• This unit is designed to play
back discs that conform to the
Compact Disc (CD) standard.
DualDiscs and some of the music discs encoded
with copyright protection technologies do not
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard,
therefore, these discs may not be playable by this
unit.
• Discs that this unit CANNOT play
– Discs with labels, stickers, or sticky tape or
paper attached. Doing so may cause a
malfunction, or may ruin the disc.
– Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart,
square, star). Attempting to do so may damage
the unit.
– 8 cm (3 1/4 in) discs.
Note on playback operations of DVDs
and VCDs
Some playback operations of DVDs and VCDs may
be intentionally set by software producers. Since
this unit plays DVDs and VCDs 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
VCDs.
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Notes on DATA CDs and DATA DVDs
• Some DATA CDs/DATA DVDs (depending on the
equipment used for its recording, or the disc
condition) may not play on this unit.
• Finalization is required for some discs (page 44).
• The unit is compatible with the following
standards.
For DATA CDs
– ISO 9660 level 1/level 2 format, Joliet/Romeo in
the expansion format
– Multi Session
For DATA DVDs
– UDF Bridge format (combined UDF and ISO
9660)
– Multi Border
• The maximum number of:
– folders (albums): 256 (including root and empty
folders).
– files (tracks/images/videos) and folders
contained in a disc: 2,000 (if a folder/file names
contain many characters, this number may
become less than 2,000).
– displayable characters for a folder/file name: 64
(Joliet/Romeo).
Notes on finalizing discs
The following discs are required to be finalized to
play on this unit.
• DVD-R/DVD-R DL (in video mode/VR mode)
• DVD-RW in video mode
• DVD+R/DVD+R DL
• CD-R
• CD-RW
The following discs can be played without
finalization.
• DVD+RW – automatically finalized.
• DVD-RW in VR mode – finalization not required.
For details, see the manual supplied with the disc.
Notes on Multi Session CDs/Multi
Border DVDs
This unit can play Multi Session CDs/Multi Border
DVDs under the following conditions. Note that the
session must be closed and the disc must be
finalized.
• When CD-DA (Compact Disc Digital Audio) is
recorded in the first session:
The unit recognizes the disc as CD-DA and only
CD-DA of the first session is played, even if an
other format (e.g., MP3) is recorded in other
sessions.
• When CD-DA is recorded other than in the first
session:
The unit recognizes the disc as a DATA CD or
DATA DVD, and all CD-DA sessions are skipped.
• When an MP3/WMA/AAC/JPEG/DivX/MPEG-4
is recorded:
Only the sessions containing the selected file type
(audio/video/image)* are played (if CD-DA or
other data exists in other sessions, they are
skipped).
* For details on how to select the file type, see
page 29.
Playback order of MP3/WMA/AAC/
JPEG/DivX®/MPEG-4 files
About MP3 files
• MP3, which stands for MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3, is
a music file compression format standard. It
compresses audio CD data to approximately 1/10
of its original size.
• ID3 tag versions 1.0, 1.1, 2.2, 2.3 and 2.4 apply to
MP3 only. ID3 tag is 15/30 characters (1.0 and
1.1), or 63/126 characters (2.2, 2.3 and 2.4).
• When naming an MP3 file, be sure to add the file
extension “.mp3” to the file name.
• During playback or fast-forward/reverse of a VBR
(Variable Bit Rate) MP3 file, elapsed playback
time may not display accurately.
Note on MP3
If you play a high-bit-rate MP3, such as 192 kbps,
sound may be intermittent.
Folder
(album)
MP3/WMA/AAC/
JPEG/DivX/
MPEG-4 file
(track/image/
video)
MP3/WMA/AAC/
JPEG/DivX/
MPEG-4
About WMA files
• WMA, which stands for Windows Media Audio,
is a music file compression format standard. It
compresses audio CD data to approximately 1/22*
of its original size.
• WMA tag is 63 characters.
• When naming a WMA file, be sure to add the file
extension “.wma” to the file name.
• During playback or fast-forward/reverse of a VBR
(Variable Bit Rate) WMA file, elapsed playback
time may not display accurately.
* only for 64 kbps
Note on WMA
Playback of the following WMA files is not supported.
– lossless compression
– copyright-protected
About AAC files
• AAC tag is 126 characters.
• When naming an AAC file, be sure to add the file
extension “.m4a” to the file name.
About JPEG files
• JPEG, which stands for Joint Photographic
Experts Group, is an image file compression
format standard. It compresses still images
approximately 1/10 to 1/100 of original size.
• When naming a JPEG file, be sure to add the file
extension “.jpg” to the file name.
Note on JPEG
Playback of progressive JPEG files is not supported.
About DivX video
DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX,
Inc. This is an official DivX Certified device that
plays DivX video. Visit www.divx.com for more
information and software tools to convert files into
DivX video.
About DivX Video-on-Demand
This DivX Certified® device must be registered in
order to play DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD)
content. To generate the registration code, locate the
DivX VOD section in the device setup menu. Go to
vod.divx.com with this code to complete the
registration process and learn more about DivX
VOD.
About MPEG-4 files
MPEG-4 files on a disc meeting the following
requirements can be played. Playback is not be
guaranteed for all MPEG-4 files meeting the
requirements.
• Profile: MPEG-4 Simple profile
• Bit rate: Max. 10 Mbps on DVD, 7 Mbps on CD
• Frame rate: Max. 30 fps
• Image size: Max. 720 × 480 pixels
• Audio: Max. 320 kbps (AAC-LC)
• File extension: .mp4
If you have any questions or problems concerning
your unit that are not covered in this manual, consult
your nearest Sony dealer.
Maintenance
Replacing the lithium battery of the
card remote commander
Under normal conditions, the battery will last
approximately 1 year. (The service life may be
shorter, depending on the conditions of use.)
When the battery becomes weak, the range of the
card remote commander becomes shorter. Replace
the battery with a new CR2025 lithium battery. Use
of any other battery may present a risk of fire or
explosion.
Notes on the lithium battery
• Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children.
Should the battery be swallowed, immediately
consult a doctor.
• Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a good
contact.
• Be sure to observe the correct polarity when
installing the battery.
• Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers,
otherwise a short-circuit may occur.
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WARNING
Battery may explode if mistreated.
Do not recharge, disassemble, or dispose of
in fire.
When replacing the fuse, be
sure to use one matching the
amperage rating stated on the
original fuse. If the fuse blows,
check the power connection and
replace the fuse. If the fuse
blows again after replacement,
there may be an internal
malfunction. In such a case,
consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
Cleaning the connectors
The unit may not function properly if the connectors
between the unit and the front panel are not clean. In
order to prevent this, detach the front panel
(page 13) and clean the connectors with a cotton
swab. Do not apply too much force. Otherwise, the
connectors may be damaged.
Notes
• For safety, turn off the ignition before cleaning the
connectors, and remove the key from the ignition
switch.
• Never touch the connectors directly with your fingers
or with any metal device.
Removing the unit
1 Remove the protection collar.
1Detach the front panel (page 13).
2Pinch both edges of the protection collar,
then pull it out.
2 Remove the unit.
1Insert both release keys simultaneously
until they click.
2Pull the release keys to unseat the unit.
3Slide the unit out of the mounting.
Fuse (10 A)
Main unit
Back of the front
panel
x
Hook facing
inwards.
Laser: Semiconductor laser
Signal format system: PAL/NTSC switchable
Tuner section
FM
Tuning range: 87.5 – 108.0 MHz
Antenna (aerial) terminal:
External antenna (aerial) connector
Intermediate frequency: 150 kHz
Usable sensitivity: 10 dBf
Selectivity: 75 dB at 400 kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio: 70 dB (mono)
Separation: 40 dB at 1 kHz
Frequency response: 20 – 15,000 Hz
AM
Tuning range: 531 – 1,602 kHz
Antenna (aerial) terminal:
External antenna (aerial) connector
Intermediate frequency: 25 kHz
Sensitivity: 26 µV
DVD/CD Player section
Signal-to-noise ratio: 120 dB
Frequency response: 10 – 20,000 Hz
Wow and flutter: Below measurable limit
Harmonic distortion: 0.01 %
Region code: Labeled on the bottom of the unit
Power amplifier section
Outputs: Speaker outputs
Speaker impedance: 4 – 8 ohms
Maximum power output: 52 W × 4 (at 4 ohms)
General
Outputs:
Video output terminal
Audio output terminals (rear/sub switchable)
Power antenna (aerial) relay control terminal
Power amplifier control terminal
Inputs:
AUX audio input terminals
Remote controller input terminal
Antenna (aerial) input terminal
Parking break control terminal
AUX input jack (stereo mini jack)
Power requirements: 12 V DC car battery
(negative ground (earth))
Dimensions: Approx. 178 × 50 × 179 mm
(7 1/8 × 2 × 7 1/8 in) (w/h/d)
Mounting dimensions: Approx. 182 × 53 × 162 mm
(7 1/4 × 2 1/8 × 6 1/2 in) (w/h/d)
Mass: Approx. 1.3 kg (2 lb 14 oz)
Supplied accessories:
Card remote commander: RM-X168
Parts for installation and connections (1 set)
Optional accessory/equipment:
Mobile monitor: XVM-B62
Your dealer may not handle some of the above listed
accessories. Please ask the dealer for detailed
information.
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Region code
The region system is used to protect software
copyrights.
The region code is located on the bottom of the unit,
and only DVDs labeled with an identical region
code can be played on this unit.
DVDs labeled
can also be played.
If you try to play any other DVD, the message
“Playback prohibited by region code.” will appear
on the monitor screen. Depending on the DVD, no
region code may be labeled even though playing the
DVD is prohibited by area restrictions.
US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby
Laboratories.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and
patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
This product is protected by certain intellectual
property rights of Microsoft Corporation. Use or
distribution of such technology outside of this
product is prohibited without a license from
Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.
• Halogenated flame retardants are not used in the
certain printed wiring boards.
• Halogenated flame retardants are not used in
cabinets.
• Packaging cushions are made from paper.
ALL
The following checklist will help you remedy
problems you may encounter with your unit.
Before going through the checklist below, check the
connection and operating procedures.
Depending on the connected monitor, the unit
may take a few seconds to turn off after turning
the ignition off. This is not a malfunction.
General
No power is being supplied to the unit.
• Check the connection or fuse.
• If the unit is turned off and the display disappears, it
cannot be operated with the remote commander.
tTurn on the unit.
The power antenna (aerial) does not extend.
The power antenna (aerial) does not have a relay box.
No beep sound.
• The beep sound is canceled (page 39).
• An optional power amplifier is connected and you are
not using the built-in amplifier.
The contents of the memory have been erased.
• The RESET button has been pressed.
tStore again into the memory.
• The power supply lead or battery has been
disconnected or it is not connected properly.
Stored stations and correct time are erased.
The fuse has blown.
Makes noise when the position of the ignition
is switched.
The leads are not matched correctly with the car’s
accessory power connector.
The display disappears from/does not appear
in the display window.
• The dimmer is set “DIM-ON” (page 40).
• The display disappears if you press and hold
(SOURCE/OFF).
tPress (SOURCE/OFF) on the unit until the
display appears.
• The connectors are dirty (page 46).
The display disappears while the unit is
operating.
The Black Out function is set to on (page 40).
The Auto Off function does not operate.
The unit is turned on. The Auto Off function activates
after turning off the unit.
tTurn off the unit.
Card remote commander operation is not
possible.
If the Black Out function is activated (no
lighting), card remote commander operation is
not possible (page 40).
Radio reception
The stations cannot be received.
The sound is hampered by noises.
• The connection is not correct.
tConnect a power antenna (aerial) control lead
(blue) or accessory power supply lead (red) to the
power supply lead of a car’s antenna (aerial)
booster (only when your car has built-in FM/AM
antenna (aerial) in the rear/side glass).
tCheck the connection of the car antenna (aerial).
tIf the auto antenna (aerial) will not go up, check
the connection of the power antenna (aerial)
control lead.
Preset tuning is not possible.
• Store the correct frequency in the memory.
• The broadcast signal is too weak.
Automatic tuning is not possible.
• Setting of the local seek mode is not correct.
tTuning stops too frequently:
Set “LOCAL-ON” (page 40).
tTuning does not stop at a station:
Set “LOCAL-OFF” (page 40).
• The broadcast signal is too weak.
tPerform manual tuning.
During FM reception, the “ST” indication
flashes.
• Tune in the frequency accurately.
• The broadcast signal is too weak.
tSet “MONO-ON” (page 40).
An FM program broadcast in stereo is heard in
monaural.
The unit is in monaural reception mode.
tSet “MONO-OFF” (page 40).
RDS
PTY displays “- - - - - - - -.”
• The current station is not an RDS station.
• RDS data has not been received.
• The station does not specify the program type.
There is no picture/picture noise occurs.
• A connection has not been made correctly.
• Check the connection to the connected equipment,
and set the input selector of the equipment to the
source corresponding to this unit.
• Defective or dirty disc.
• Installation is not correct.
tInstall the unit at an angle of less than 45° in a
sturdy part of the car.
• The monitor is connected to the AUDIO/VIDEO
OUT, and the parking cord (light green) is not
connected to the parking brake switch cord, or the
parking brake is not applied.
• The color system setting is incorrect.
tSet the color system to “PAL” or “NTSC”
according to the connected monitor (page 39).
Picture does not fit in the screen.
The aspect ratio is fixed on the DVD.
Sound
There is no sound/sound skips/sound cracks.
• A connection has not been made correctly.
• Check the connection to the connected equipment,
and set the input selector of the equipment to the
source corresponding to this unit.
• Defective or dirty disc.
• Installation is not correct.
tInstall the unit at an angle of less than 45° in a
sturdy part of the car.
• The MP3 file sampling rate is not 32, 44.1, or
48 kHz.
• The WMA file sampling rate is not 32, 44.1, or
48 kHz.
• The AAC file sampling rate is not 44.1, or 48 kHz.
• The MP3 file bit rate is not 48 to 192 kbps.
• The WMA file bit rate is not 64 to 192 kbps.
• The AAC file bit rate is not 40 to 320 kbps.
• The unit is in pause/reverse/fast-forward mode.
• The settings for the outputs are not made correctly.
• The DVD output level is too low (page 24).
• The volume is too low.
• The ATT function is activated.
• The position of the fader control “FAD” is not set for
a 2-speaker system.
• Unsupported format (such as DTS).
tCheck if the format is supported by this unit
(page 7).
Sound is noisy.
Keep cords and cables away from each other.
Disc operation
The disc cannot be loaded.
• Another disc is already loaded.
• The disc has been forcibly inserted upside down or in
the wrong way.
The disc does not play back.
• Defective or dirty disc.
• The disc is not applicable.
• The DVD is not applicable due to the region code.
• The disc is not finalized (page 44).
• The disc format and file version are incompatible
with this unit (page 7, 44).
• Press Z to remove the disc.
MP3/WMA/AAC/JPEG/DivX/MPEG-4 files do
not play back.
• Recording was not performed according to the ISO
9660 level 1 or level 2, the Joliet or Romeo in the
expansion format (DATA CD), or the UDF Bridge
format (DATA DVD) (page 44).
• The file extension is incorrect (page 44).
• Files are not stored in MP3/WMA/AAC/JPEG/DivX/
MPEG-4 format.
• If the disc contains multiple file types, only the
selected file type (audio/video/image) can be played.
tSelect the appropriate file type using the list
(page 29).
MP3/WMA/AAC/JPEG/DivX/MPEG-4 files take
longer to play back than others.
The following discs take a longer time to start
playback.
– a disc recorded with a complicated tree structure.
– a disc recorded in Multi Session/Multi Border.
– a disc to which data can be added.
The disc does not start playing from the
beginning.
Resume playback or multi-disc resume playback
(page 36) has taken effect.
Certain functions cannot be performed.
Depending on the disc, you may not be able to perform
operations such as stop, search, or repeat/shuffle play.
For details, see the manual supplied with the disc.
The soundtrack/subtitle language or angle
cannot be changed.
• Use the DVD menu instead of the direct selection
button on the card remote commander (page 15).
• Multilingual tracks, multilingual subtitles, or multi-
angles are not recorded on the DVD.
• The DVD prohibits changing.
The display items do not scroll.
• For discs with very many characters, those may not
scroll.
• “AUTO-SCRL” is set to “OFF.”
tSet “A.SCRL-ON” (page 40).
The operation buttons do not function.
The disc will not eject.
Press the RESET button (page 12).
You forgot the password for parental control.
Enter “5776” in the password input display to unlock
(page 26).
continue to next page t
If these solutions do not help improve the situation,
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
If you take the unit to be repaired because of disc
playback trouble, bring the disc that was used at the
time the problem began.
On the main unit
ERROR
• The disc is dirty or inserted upside down.
tClean or insert the disc correctly.
• A blank disc has been inserted.
• The disc cannot play due to a problem.
tInsert another disc.
• The disc is not compatible with this unit.
tInsert a compatible disc.
• Press Z to remove the disc.
FAILURE
The connection of speakers/amplifiers is incorrect.
tSee the supplied installation/connections manual to
check the connection.
L. SEEK +/–
The local seek mode is on during automatic tuning.
NO NAME
A disc/album/folder/track/image/video name is not
written in the file.
OFFSET
There may be an internal malfunction.
tCheck the connection. If the error indication
remains on in the display, consult your nearest
Sony dealer.
READ
The unit is reading all file/album (folder) information
on the disc.
tWait until reading is complete and playback starts
automatically. Depending on the disc structure, it
may take more than a minute.
“
” or “
”
During reverse or fast-forward, you have reached the
beginning or the end of the disc and you cannot go any
further.
“
”
The character cannot be displayed with the unit.
On the monitor
Cannot play this disc.
• The disc is incompatible with this unit.
• The disc is not finalized.
No playable data.
The disc does not contain playable data.
Playback prohibited by region code.
The DVD playback is prohibited due to the different
region code.
Language code/area code list
Language code list
The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.
Area code list
Code
Language
Code
Language
Code
Language
Code
Language
1027
Afar
1028
Abkhazian
1032
Afrikaans
1039
Amharic
1044
Arabic
1045
Assamese
1051
Aymara
1052
Azerbaijani
1053
Bashkir
1057
Byelorussian
1059
Bulgarian
1060
Bihari
1061
Bislama
1066
Bengali;
Bangla
1067
Tibetan
1070
Breton
1079
Catalan
1093
Corsican
1097
Czech
1103
Welsh
1105
Danish
1109
German
1130
Bhutani
1142
Greek
1144
English
1145
Esperanto
1149
Spanish
1150
Estonian
1151
Basque
1157
Persian
1165
Finnish
1166
Fiji
1171
Faroese
1174
French
1181
Frisian
1183
Irish
1186
Scots Gaelic
1194
Galician
1196
Guarani
1203
Gujarati
1209
Hausa
1217
Hindi
1226
Croatian
1229
Hungarian
1233
Armenian
1235
Interlingua
1239
Interlingue
1245
Inupiak
1248
Indonesian
1253
Icelandic
1254
Italian
1257
Hebrew
1261
Japanese
1269
Yiddish
1283
Javanese
1287
Georgian
1297
Kazakh
1298
Greenlandic
1299
Cambodian
1300
Kannada
1301
Korean
1305
Kashmiri
1307
Kurdish
1311
Kirghiz
1313
Latin
1326
Lingala
1327
Laothian
1332
Lithuanian
1334
Latvian;
Lettish
1345
Malagasy
1347
Maori
1349
Macedonian
1350
Malayalam
1352
Mongolian
1353
Moldavian
1356
Marathi
1357
Malay
1358
Maltese
1363
Burmese
1365
Nauru
1369
Nepali
1376
Dutch
1379
Norwegian
1393
Occitan
1403
(Afan)Oromo
1408
Oriya
1417
Punjabi
1428
Polish
1435
Pashto;
Pushto
1436
Portuguese
1463
Quechua
1481
Rhaeto-
Romance
1482
Kirundi
1483
Romanian
1489
Russian
1491
Kinyarwanda
1495
Sanskrit
1498
Sindhi
1501
Sangho
1502
Serbo-
Croatian
1503
Singhalese
1505
Slovak
1506
Slovenian
1507
Samoan
1508
Shona
1509
Somali
1511
Albanian
1512
Serbian
1513
Siswati
1514
Sesotho
1515
Sundanese
1516
Swedish
1517
Swahili
1521
Tamil
1525
Telugu
1527
Tajik
1528
Thai
1529
Tigrinya
1531
Turkmen
1532
Tagalog
1534
Setswana
1535
Tonga
1538
Turkish
1539
Tsonga
1540
Tatar
1543
Twi
1557
Ukrainian
1564
Urdu
1572
Uzbek
1581
Vietnamese
1587
Volapük
1613
Wolof
1632
Xhosa
1665
Yoruba
1684
Chinese
1697
Zulu
1703
Not specified
Code
Area
Code
Area
Code
Area
Code
Area
2044
Argentina
2047
Australia
2046
Austria
2057
Belgium
2070
Brazil
2079
Canada
2090
Chile
2092
China
2115
Denmark
2165
Finland
2174
France
2109
Germany
2248
India
2238
Indonesia
2254
Italy
2276
Japan
2304
Korea
2363
Malaysia
2362
Mexico
2376
Netherlands
2390
New Zealand
2379
Norway
2427
Pakistan
2424
Philippines
2436
Portugal
2489
Russia
2501
Singapore
2149
Spain
2499
Sweden
2086
Switzerland
2528
Thailand
2184
United
Kingdom
AAC 7, 45
Album (ALBUM) 28
Angle (ANGLE) 16
Area code 51
Audio (AUDIO)
Channel 23
Format 23
Language 23, 35
Audio DRC (AUDIO DRC) 37
Audio setup
(AUDIO SETUP) 37
Auto Off (AUTO-OFF) 39
Auto Scroll (AUTO-SCRL) 40
Auxiliary equipment 42
Auxiliary Level
(AUX-LEVEL) 41, 43
B
Balance (BAL) 30
Beep sound (BEEP) 39
Best Tuning Memory
(BTM) 19
Black Out (BLACKOUT) 40
C
Card remote commander
10, 12, 45
Center Speaker Organizer
(CSO) 30
Chapter (CHAPTER) 28
Clock Adjust
(CLOCK-ADJ) 42
Clock Time (CT) 19, 20, 39
Color System
(COLOR-SYS) 39
CSO 31
Custom setup
(CUSTOM SETUP) 36
D
Demonstration (DEMO) 40
Dimmer (DIMMER) 40
Direct search play 28
Discs 7
Display setup
(DISPLAY SETUP) 35
DivX deactivation
(DivX DEACTIVATION) 36
DivX VOD 36
DivX® 7, 45
Dolby Digital 23, 24
Dolby Level Adjust
(DOLBY-ADJ) 41
DVD Level
(DVD-LEVEL) 24, 41
DVD menu 15
DVD’s top menu 15
Dynamic Range Control
(DRC) 37
E
EQ7 30, 33
F
Fader (FAD) 30
File (FILE) 28
Folder (ALBUM) 28
Formats 7
Fuse 46
H
High Pass Filter Frequency
(HPF-FREQ) 41
I
Image (IMAGE) 28
Initial setup 12
Intelligent Time Alignment
31, 32
J
JPEG 7, 20, 45
L
Language code 51
Language setup
(LANGUAGE SETUP) 35
Level adjust
(LEVEL-ADJ) 33, 41
List up 29
Listening position
(POSITION, POS, POS
TUNE) 12, 30, 31, 32, 37
Local Seek Mode (LOCAL) 40
Low Pass Filter Frequency
(LPF-FREQ) 41
Low Pass Filter Phase
(LPF-PHASE) 41
M
Menu language (MENU) 35
Monaural Mode (MONO) 40
Monitor type
(MONITOR TYPE) 35
Motion Display (M.DSPL) 40
MP3 7, 44
MPEG-4 7, 45
Multi Border DVD 44
Multi channel output
(MULTI CH OUTPUT) 37
Multi Session CD 44
Multi-disc resume playback
(MULTI-DISC RESUME) 36
N
NTSC 39
P
PAL 39
Parental control (PARENTAL
CONTROL) 26, 36
Picture EQ
(PICTURE EQ) 25, 35
Play list play
(PLAY LIST PLAY) 36
Play mode menu 21
Playable discs 7
Playback control (PBC) 21, 36
Position Tune
(POS TUNE) 32, 41
Program format 24
Program Types (PTY) 19, 20
Q
Quick-BrowZer 29
Radio Data System (RDS) 19
Rear Bass Enhancer
(RBE) 30, 31
Rear speaker (REAR) 39
Repeat play (REP) 27
Reset (RESET) 12, 37
Resume play 16, 18
Rotary Commander (RM) 39
S
Setup menu
System setup 38
Visual setup 34
Shuffle play (SHUF) 27
Slide show interval
(SLIDE SHOW TIME) 36
Soundtrack language
(AUDIO) 23, 35
Speaker Setup
(SP SETUP) 12
Subtitle language
(SUBTITLE) 16, 35
Subwoofer (SUB) 30, 39
Subwoofer position
(SUB POSITION, POS SUB)
30, 32, 37
System setup 38
T
Time/text information
(TIME) 22, 28
Title (TITLE) 28
Track (TRACK) 28
V
Visual setup 34
Volume 8
W
Wallpaper (WALLPAPER) 35
WMA 7, 45
Z
Zoom (CENTER ZOOM) 25