2-349-874-12(1) Portable CD/DVD Player Operating Instructions DVP-FX1021 © 2004 Sony Corporation
WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. 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. This label is located on the bottom of the unit.
Important Safety Instructions 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7.
Precautions Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DVP-FX1021 Serial No.______________ CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
Precautions (continued) On power sources • Use only the supplied AC power adaptor. Do not use any other AC power adaptor. It may cause a malfunction. Polarity of the plug On safety • Caution – The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. • To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. • If the AC power adaptor causes interference to radio reception, move it away from the radio.
Precautions (continued) On the rechargeable battery • Charge the battery before you start using it. To store the rechargeable battery The battery is consumed gradually as time elapses even if is not used. In order to prevent the battery from deteriorating, store it as follows: • Do not allow dust to come into contact with the battery terminals of the player and battery. • Remove the battery from the player after use. (Even if the player is off, it still uses some power.) • Do not short the terminals.
Precautions (continued) • If the player is brought directly from a cold to warm location, or is placed in a very damp place, moisture may condense on the lenses of the player. Should this occur, the player may not operate properly. In this case, remove the disc and leave the player for about half an hour until the moisture evaporates. • Place the player in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the player. • Do not put any heavy object on top of the player.
Precautions (continued) On handling the LCD screen • The LCD is manufactured using high-precision technology. You may, however, see tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue, green) that continuously appear on the LCD. This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction. Showing consideration for others Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you to hear outside sounds and still be considerate to the people around you.
Precautions (continued) RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. • Before you move this player, make sure to remove any discs from it. On cleaning Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution.
About This Manual • Instructions in this manual describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the controls on the player if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote. Icon DVD • The meanings of the icons used in this manual are described below: VCD •“ ” may appear on the LCD screen during operation. This icon means the function explained in this instruction manual is not available on that specific DVD video disc.
This Player Can Play the Following Discs (continued) Title (DVD video discs only) A title is generally a distinct section of a DVD disc. For example the main feature could be title 1, a documentary describing how the film was made could be title 2, and cast interviews could be title 3. Each title is assigned a reference number enabling you to locate it easily. PBC: Playback Control (Video CD only) Playback control is available for Video CD (VCD) version 2.0 disc formats.
This Player Can Play the Following Discs (continued) Region code Your player has a region code printed on the back of the unit and only will play DVD VIDEO discs (playback only) labeled with identical region codes. This system is used to protect copyrights. DVDs labeled ALL will also play on this player. If you try to play any other DVD, the message “Check Regional Code” will appear on the LCD screen.
Note on playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs Copyrights 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. supplied with the DVDs or VIDEO CDs.
Table of Contents Introductions ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Welcome! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-9 About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Identification of Controls 1. LCD screen Main Unit 3. LCD MODE (page 26) 4. COLOR/BRIGHT (page 25) Brightness → Color → OFF 5. TOP MENU (page 31) displays the title menu. 1 6. MENU (page 31) displays menu programs. 7. B/V/v/b button, ENTER button 2 8. RETURN button 9. DISPLAY (page 29-30) operation mode display. OPEN 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 10. OPEN button (page 24) Push this button to open the Disc lid. 11.
Identification of Controls (continued) IN VOLUME PHONES PHONES AUDIO VIDEO OUT LINE SELECT POWER /HOLD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1. Display Window See details on next page. 6. STOP button 2. POWER and HOLD switch To turn off the power, you need to press the POWER switch for at least one second. This is to prevent the player from being accidentally turned off. 8. PHONES connector 9 10 11 12 13 7. VOLUME dial (page 24) 9. AUDIO IN/OUT/ OPTICAL OUT connector (page 48) 10.
Identification of Controls (continued) Display Window Introductions Battery remaining indicator Repeat mode Disc type Playing status When playing back a DVD: Playing time of the current title or current Title/ Chapter number (Press PLAY button while playing disc. Title/ Chapter number appears for 2 seconds.) When playing back a VIDEO CD with Playback Control(PBC): Playing time of the current track.
Identification of Controls (continued) Remote Control Inserting batteries into the remote You can control the player using the supplied remote. Insert two size AA(R6) batteries (supplied) by matching the and ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the player. Insert the end first NOTES: • Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place.
Identification of Controls (continued) 1. AUDIO button (page 32) 3. REPEAT button (page 33) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 4. PROGRAM button (page 37-38) AUDIO ANGLE 13 5. RANDOM button (page 39) REPEAT PROGRAM RANDOM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 6. A-B button (page 33) A-B PREV 14 7. PREV/NEXT button (page 31) NEXT SCAN SLOW CLEAR 0 PLAY 8. SCAN/SLOW button (page 28) SET UP PAUSE TOP MENU 15 9. CLEAR button 16 10. PLAY button 17 18 19 20 11.
Identification of Controls (continued) * TOP MENU button: Use the TOP MENU button to display the title screen included on DVD video discs. To operate a menu screen, follow the instructions in “Using a Title Menu” (page 31) 16. STOP button 17. MENU button Use the MENU button to display the menu screen included on a DVD disc. To operate a menu screen, follow the instructions in “Using a DVD Menu” (page 31). 18. PAUSE button 19.
Power Connections AC Power Adaptor Introductions Follow steps 1 to 3 to connect. When disconnecting, reverse the order. IN VOLUME PHONES PHONES AUDIO VIDEO OUT LINE SELECT AC-FX101 (supplied) To DC IN 9.8V 2 1 AC power cord 3 To AC outlet NOTES: • When you disconnect the AC power cord, be sure to stop playback. • Disconnecting the AC power cord during playback may cause a malfunction.
Power Connections (continued) NOTES: Battery Pack • Do not detach the battery pack during playback. • Be careful not to drop the battery pack. You can use the NP-FX1021 rechargeable battery pack (supplied) to enjoy the player when an AC outlet is not available. A Detaching the battery pack 1. Press the RELEASE switch 2. Slide the battery pack until the hooks click. • Charge the battery pack before using it for the first time. 2 A Attaching the battery pack (supplied) 1.
Power Connections (continued) Recharging with player Approx. 4.8 hours IN AUDIO VIDEO POWER /HOLD AC adaptor cord insert jack (DC IN 9.8V) When charging starts, “ display window. Charge indicator NOTES: • Recharging times shown above depend on operating conditions. ” appears on the • When the power is ON, you cannot charge the battery. 3. Disconnect the AC power adaptor from the player and pull out the plug from the AC outlet after charging.
Playing a Disc When a menu screen appears on the LCD screen. Basic Playback DVD - Prepare the power supply. In case of interactive DVDs with control, a menu screen appears on the LCD screen. 1. Open the outer cover and slide the POWER switch to the left to turn the unit on. Press B/V/v/b and press ENTER, or press the number buttons, to select the desired item. Indicator lights and then the indicator will disappear after 5 seconds. Playback of the selected item begins. 2.
Playing a Disc (continued) Adjusting the brightness Select “Brightness” and then press B/b to adjust the brightness. b ; dark B ; light Adjusting color intensity Select “Color” and then press B/b to adjust the color intensity. b ; lighter colors B ; darker colors NOTES: • This COLOR/BRIGHT button adjusts only the image on Adjusting the brightness and color intensity the LCD screen.
Playing a Disc (continued) A Changing the size of the picture Use the LCD MODE button to change the picture mode. DVD/ Video CD disc NORMAL → FULL → ZOOM → LCD OFF Audio CD/ MP3 disc/ JPEG disc (Menu) FULL → LCD OFF JPEG disc (Slide show) LINE-IN NORMAL → FULL → LCD OFF NORMAL → FULL → LCD OFF NOTES: • The picture mode will appear differently for different kinds of discs.
Playing a Disc (continued) Screen Saver Press STOP during playback. The screen saver appears when you leave the player in Stop mode for about 15 minutes. If the Screen Saver is displayed for 15 minutes, the Player automatically turns itself off. NOTE: Do not touch the disc if it is still spinning when you open the lid. Resume Play When play is stopped, the unit records the point where STOP was pressed (RESUME function). Press PLAY and play will resume from this point.
Playing a Disc (continued) Pause DVD Slow Motion VCD 1. Press PAUSE during playback. DVD VCD 1. Press PAUSE(X) during playback. The player will now go into PAUSE mode. 2. To exit still motion mode, press PLAY. Search DVD 2. Use the SCAN/SLOW m or M to select the required speed: 4 ,3 ,2 ,1 (backward), or 4 ,3 ,2 ,1 (forward). VCD 1. Press SCAN/SLOW m or M during playback. The player will now go into SEARCH mode. 3. To exit slow motion mode, press PLAY. 2.
On-Screen Display You can display the general playback status on the screen. Some items can be changed using the menu. To use the on-screen display: 1. Press DISPLAY during playback. 2. Press V/v to select an item. The selected item is highlighted. REPEAT PROGRAM RANDOM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 A-B PREV NEXT SCAN SLOW CLEAR 9 SET UP NOTES: 0 PLAY PAUSE TOP MENU STOP • Some discs may not provide all of the features shown next page.
On-Screen Display (continued) Example: On-Screen Display during playing of DVD Video Selection Method Items Title Number 1/3 B/b, Numbers ENTER Chapter Number 1 / 12 B/b, Numbers ENTER Time search 0:20:09 Angle Track Number (or PBC mode) Time search 1/3 0:20:09 Numbers, ENTER B/b or AUDIO B/b 1 ENG 1/3 Selection Method Items Audio Channel Audio language and Digital Audio Output mode Subtitle language Example: On-Screen Display during playing of VCD B/b or ANGLE 30 STEREO B/b, Numbers
General Features Title Menu DVD Moving to another TITLE Checking the contents of DVD discs: Menus DVDs may offer menus that allow you to access special features. To use the disc menu, press TOP MENU. Input the corresponding number or use the B/V/v/b buttons to highlight your selection. Then press ENTER. DVD When a disc has more than one title, you can move to another title. Press DISPLAY while playback is stopped then the appropriate number (0-9) or use B/b to move to another title.
General Features (continued) Time Search DVD Subtitles VCD To start playing at any chosen time on the disc: It is possible to change the subtitle language to a different language from the one selected at the initial settings. (See page 42 for further info.) This operation works only with discs on which multiple subtitle languages are recorded. 1. Press DISPLAY during playback. The time search box shows the elapsed playing time. 2. Press V/v to select the time clock icon and “-:--:--” appears. 3.
General Features (continued) Repeat A-B DVD Repeat VCD To repeat a sequence. DVD VCD1.1 Each time this button is pressed, the LCD screen changes as shown below and the disc will repeat a chapter or title (DVD) or a track (Video CD). 1. Press A-B during playback at your chosen starting point. “ A * ” appears briefly on the screen. DVD Video Discs - Repeat Chapter/Title/Off • Chapter : repeats the current chapter. • Title : repeats the current title. • Off : does not play repeatedly. 2.
Playing an Audio CD or MP3 Disc ID3 TAG (Version 1) • When playing a file containing information such as track titles, you can see the information by pressing DISPLAY. [ Title, Artist, Album, Year, Comment ] This player can play MP3 formatted recordings on CD-ROM, CD-R, or CD-RW discs. Audio CD Once you insert an audio CD a menu appears on the screen. Press V/v to select a track then press PLAY or ENTER and playback starts. • If there is no information, “No ID3 TAG” appears on the display.
Playing an Audio CD or MP3 Disc (continued) Audio CD and MP3 Disc Features Pause CD Repeat Track/All/Off CD MP3 You can play a track/all on a disc. MP3 1. Press PAUSE during playback. 1. Press REPEAT when playing a disc. The repeat icon appears. 2. To return to playback, press PLAY, ENTER or press PAUSE again. 2. Press REPEAT to select a desired repeat mode. Moving to another Track CD • Track : repeats the current track • All : CD: repeats all the tracks on a disc.
Playing an Audio CD or MP3 Disc (continued) Customers should note that permission is required in order to download MP3 files and music from the Internet. Our company has no right to grant such permission. Permission should always be sought from the copyright owner. MP3 disc compatibility with this player is limited as follows: • Sampling frequency: within 8 - 48 kHz (MP3) • Bit rate: within 8 - 320kbps (MP3) • The player cannot read an MP3 file that has a file extension other than “.mp3”.
Programmed Playback NOTE: The program function enables you to store the playback order of your favorite tracks from any disc in the player memory. A program can contain 30 tracks. On a Video CD with PBC, you must set PBC to Off on the setup menu to use the programmed playback (See “PBC” on page 45). 1. Insert a disc. Audio CD or MP3 Discs: AUDIO CD or AUDIO menu appears. VIDEO CD List Program Track1 Track5 Track2 Track2 Track3 Track3 Track4 Track1 Track5 2. Press PROGRAM.
Programmed Playback (continued) Repeat Programmed Tracks Erasing the Complete Program List 1. Press REPEAT when playing a disc. The repeat icon appears. 1. “Press PROGRAM” 2. Press REPEAT to select a desired repeat mode. 3. Use V/v to select “Clear All”, then press ENTER. 2. Press b to move to the “Program” list. • Track: repeats the current track • All: repeats all the tracks on programmed list. • Off(No display): does not play repeatedly.
Random Play Random play (Karaoke DVD, Video CD (PBC OFF), CD, MP3) You can playback titles or tracks in random order. (Random playback) NOTE: Random does not work with DVD movie discs. Advanced Operations 1. Press RANDOM during playback. This player automatically starts random playback and the RANDOM indicator in the display window appears for 2 seconds. 2. To return to normal play. Press RANDOM again. NOTES: • RANDOM playback may not be possible on certain discs. • If you press the > or .
Viewing a JPEG Disc Using this DVD Player you can view discs with JPEG files. TIPS: 1. Insert a disc and close the tray. The IMAGE menu appears on the screen. • There are three Slide Speed options : >>> (Fast), >> (Normal), and > (Slow). Use B/V/v/b to highlight the Speed. Then use B/b to select the option you want to use and press ENTER. • Press MENU to move to the next page. IMAGE List • On a disc with MP3 and JPEG you can switch MP3 and JPEG.
Viewing a JPEG Disc (continued) Moving to another File JPEG disc compatibility with this player is limited as follows: JPEG Press PREV/NEXT (. or >) or cursor (B or b) once while viewing a picture to advance to the next or previous file. • Depending upon the size and number of JPEG files, it could take a long time for the DVD player to read the disc’s contents.
Initial Settings By using the Setup menu, you can make various adjustments to items such as picture and sound. You can also set a language for the subtitles and the Setup menu, among other things. For details on each Setup menu item, see pages 42 to 47. LANGUAGE SET UP LANGUAGE To display and exit the Menu: Press SETUP to display the menu. A second press of SETUP will take you back to initial screen. To go to the next level: Press b on the remote control.
Initial Settings (continued) SCREEN SET UP AUDIO SET UP DISPLAY TV Aspect 16 : 9 Wide Display Mode Widescreen Each DVD disc has a variety of audio output options. Set the player’s AUDIO SET UP options according to the type of audio system you use. AUDIO ENTER TV Aspect DVD 4:3: Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected. PCM DTS Off MPEG PCM Sample Freq.
Initial Settings (continued) Sample Freq. (Frequency) DVD Dynamic Range Control (DRC) If your receiver or amplifier is NOT capable of handling 96 kHz signals, select 48 kHz. When this choice is made, this unit automatically converts any 96 kHz signals to 48 kHz so your system can decode them. DVD With the DVD format, you can hear a program’s soundtrack in the most accurate and realistic presentation possible, thanks to digital audio technology.
Initial Settings (continued) 2. To access the Rating, Password, and Country Code features, you must input the 4-digit security code you created. If you have not yet entered a security code you are prompted to do so. PARENTAL CONTROL LOCK Rating Unlock Password New Country Code US Input a 4-digit code and press ENTER. Enter it again and press ENTER to verify. If you make a mistake before pressing ENTER, press CLEAR. 3. Select a rating from 1 to 8 using the V/v buttons.
Initial Settings (continued) Password (Security Code) Country Code You can enter or change password. Enter the code of the country/area whose standards were used to rate the DVD video disc, based on the list in the reference chapter. (See “Country Code List”, page55.) 1. Select Password on the PARENTAL CONTROL menu then press b. 2. Follow step 2 as shown left (Rating). “Change” or “New” is highlighted. DVD 1. Select “Country Code” on the PARENTAL CONTROL menu then press b. 3.
Initial Settings (continued) CUSTOM SET UP The PBC settings can be changed. OTHERS On PBC ENTER PBC VCD Set Playback Control (PBC) to On or Off. Initial Settings On: Video CDs with PBC are played according to the PBC. Off: Video CDs with PBC are played the same way as Audio CDs.
Setting up the Player The picture and sound of a nearby TV, VCR, or radio may be distorted during playback. If this occurs, position the player away from the TV, VCR, or radio, or turn off the unit after removing the disc. Rear of TV DVD Player Connections Depending on your TV and other equipment, there are various ways you can connect the player. Please refer to the manuals of your TV, stereo system, or other devices as necessary for additional connection information.
Setting up the Player (continued) Audio Connection to Optional Equipment Amplifier equipped with 2-channel analog stereo or Dolby Pro Logic ll / Pro Logic: Connect the AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD player to the audio left and right IN jacks on your amplifier, receiver, or stereo system, using the audio cables. Connect the DVD player to your optional equipment for audio output.
To use the player with car battery charger Connect the player to the cigarette lighter socket using the supplied car battery charger (DCC-FX101). NOTES: • Route the cords so that they will not interfere with driver. • Turn off the player by Power switch. If you turn off the player by turning off the ignition key of the car when the rechargeable battery is not attached, the settings may be cleared. To a cigarette lighter socket • Do not install the monitor display where viewable by the driver.
To use the player with car battery charger (continued) NOTES: Fuse Replacement • To replace the fuse on the car battery cord, be sure to use a fuse with the correct amperage (4A, 250V, length 31mm). Tighten Fuse • When replacing the fuse, do not substitute any other fuse for the specified one. • If the fuse blows again soon after replacement, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
To use the player with car battery charger (continued) Others • Always keep the metal contacts clean. • Use this car battery charger only for cars which use a 12/24 volt battery. • If the car’s cigarette lighter socket is dirty with ash, etc., the plug part will become hot due to a poor connection. Be sure to clean it before using. • There are cars which are negatively grounded and there are others which are positively grounded. • Do not disassemble or convert the unit.
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Language Code List Use this list to input your desired language for the following initial settings: Disc Audio, Disc Subtitle, Disc Menu.
Country Code List Choose a country code from this list.
Specifications DVD Player Connectors Power supply: DC 9.8V (AC adaptor/ Car Battery Charger terminal), DC 7.6V (Battery) Video input/output (VIDEO In/Out): 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, negative sync., ø3.5mm mini jack x 1 Audio input/output (AUDIO In/Out, analog audio): 2.0 Vrms(1 KHz, 0 dB), ø3.5mm mini jack x 1 Power consumption: 15W (DVD VIDEO Playback with the LCD screen turned on.) Earphone terminal: ø3.5mm stereo mini jack x 2 Weight: 2.34 lbs (1.
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