Sony DVP-NS400D User Manual

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Index to Parts and Controls
For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.
A POWER switch/indicator (30)
2 DOLBY DIGITAL indicator
Lights up when:
- playing back a Dolby Digital
soundtrack on the DVD
- the disc is not inserted
3 BNR (Block Noise Reduction) button/
indicator (56)
4 SURROUND button/indicator (50)
5 Disc tray (30)
6 A (open/close) button (30)
7 ./> (previous/next) buttons (31)
8 C/X/x/c/ ENTER buttons (25)
9 TITLE button (33)
q; DVD MENU button (33)
qa O RETURN button (34)
qs DISPLAY button (12)
qd x (stop) button (30)
qf X (pause) button (31, 62)
qg H (play) button (30)
qh Front panel display (9)
qj (remote sensor) (14)
Front Panel

Sony DVP-NS400D Specifications

General

Type	DVD Player
DVD Playback	Yes
CD Playback	Yes
Progressive Scan	Yes
Dolby Digital Output	Yes
DTS Digital Output	Yes
Remote Control	Yes
HDMI Output	No
Component Video Output	Yes
Composite Video Output	Yes
S-Video Output	Yes
Coaxial Audio Output	Yes
Optical Audio Output	Yes
Weight	2.1 kg
Supported Disc Formats	DVD, CD, CD-R, CD-RW
Video Formats Supported	MPEG-1, MPEG-2
Audio D/A Converter	192 kHz / 24-bit
Output Resolution	480p

Summary

Precautions

On safety

Safety warnings and precautions for use.

On power sources

Guidelines for connecting and disconnecting power.

On placement

Recommended locations and conditions for player placement.

Getting Started

Quick Overview

Provides an overview of the player and setup steps.

Step 1: Unpacking

Lists the items included in the package.

Step 2: Inserting Batteries into the Remote

Instructions for installing batteries in the remote.

Hookups

Hooking Up the Player

General guidance for connecting the player.

Step 1: Connecting the Video Cords

How to connect video cables to the TV or monitor.

Step 2: Connecting the Audio Cords

Detailed instructions for audio connections.

Playing Discs

Playing Discs

Basic steps to play DVDs and CDs.

Resuming Playback from the Point Where You Stopped the Disc (Resume Play)

How to resume playback from where you left off.

Using the DVD's Menu

Navigating DVD menus for titles and options.

Searching for a Scene

Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc (Search, Scan, Slow-motion play, Freeze Frame)

Locating specific scenes using search functions.

Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track/Index/Scene

Navigating content by title, chapter, or track number.

Viewing Information About the Disc

Viewing the Playing Time and Remaining Time on the Front Panel Display

How to check disc playback time on the front display.

Checking the Play Information (ADVANCED)

Accessing advanced disc playback data.

Sound Adjustments

Changing the Sound

Selecting audio tracks, languages, or channels.

SURROUND Mode Settings

Configuring various surround sound effects.

Enjoying Movies

Changing the Angles

Switching between multiple camera angles on DVDs.

Displaying the Subtitles

Managing subtitle display and language.

Adjusting the Picture Quality (BNR)

Reducing picture noise for clearer images.

Using Various Additional Functions

Locking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL)

Restricting disc playback based on age or content.

Operation Sound Effects (Sound Feedback)

Enabling or disabling operational sound feedback.

Settings and Adjustments

Using the Setup Display

Navigating and using the player's setup menu.

Setting the Display or Sound Track Language (LANGUAGE SETUP)

Configuring screen display and audio language preferences.

Settings for the Speakers (SPEAKER SETUP)

Configuring speaker size, distance, and levels for surround sound.

Additional Information

Troubleshooting

Solutions for common player issues and errors.

Glossary

Definitions of technical terms used in the manual.

Specifications

Technical details and requirements of the player.