Sony DVP3980 manual 15EN, Using the On-Screen Display

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z What is play mode?

See page 41.

z What is angle? See page 39.

z What are title and chapter?

See page 5.

z What is language for the sound?

See page 37.

z What is language for the sub-titles?

See page 38.

Note

Depending on the DVD, some information may not appear on the TV screen.

*Each time you press TIME, the information changes as shown below.

Playing time of the n current chapter

.

Remaining time of the current chapter

.

Playing time of the current title

.

Remaining time of the current title

Using the On-Screen Display

You can check the operating status of the player and the information about the disc using the on-screen display on the TV screen.

1 2 3

4

5

6

DISPLAY

7

8

9

 

0

TIME

Press DISPLAY.

Each time you press the button, the on-screen display changes as follows:

On-screen display 1

.

On-screen display 2

.

On-screen display 3

.

On-screen display off

pDisplay information of the on-screen display 1 mode

While playing a disc, the current title number, current chapter number and playing time are always displayed.

Current title

Current chapter

Playing time of the

number

number

current chapter*

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TITLE 3

CHAPTER 1

01 : 32 : 15

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

pDisplay information of the on-screen display 2 mode

Current title number/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

total number of titles

 

Current play mode

Playing status

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Current chapter

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

number/total

 

 

 

 

 

DVD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

number of

 

 

 

 

 

TITLE REPEAT

 

 

 

 

 

 

PLAY

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

chapters in the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TITLE / TOTAL

 

: 01 / 99

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

current title

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Playing time

 

 

 

CHAPTER / TOTAL

: 001 / 999

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CHAPTER TIME

 

: 01 : 25 : 49

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Current language for

of the current

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SUB–TITLE / TOTAL

: ENGLISH

/ 32

 

 

 

 

 

 

the sub-titles/total

chapter*

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUDIO / TOTAL

 

: ENGLISH

/ 8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

number of languages

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUDIO MODE

 

: DOLBY DIGITAL5.1ch

 

 

 

 

 

for sub-titles

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Current

 

 

 

 

ANGLE No. / TOTAL

: 1 / 9

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

language for

 

VIDEO CONTROL

 

: STANDARD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Current audio

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

the sound/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

format

total number

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

of languages

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

for the sound

Status of the

 

Selected angle/total

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

video control number of angles

 

 

Basic Operations

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Contents Welcome Precautions SafetyInstalling Table of Contents About This Manual This Player Can Play the Following DiscsTrack TitleChapter IndexInserting batteries into the remote UnpackingHooking Up the System OverviewWhat cords will I need? If your TV has an S video input connectorHookups To listen to the sound through TV speakersWhen using an optical cable When using a coaxial cableNecessary Setup Before Using the Player To select the color system when you play a10EN To open or close the front panelVarious playback 11ENTo stop playback PressTo playback with various speed To change the playback speed Shuttle mode12EN Click shuttleUsing the Title Menu 13ENDVD Menu ? Using the DVD menu14EN Using the On-Screen Display 15ENUsing the Front Panel Display 16EN17EN Facing up 18ENWith the label side 19EN What is an index?What is a scene? Click shuttle JOG To change the playback speed Shuttle mode 20EN21EN When playing Video CDs with PBC functionsTo cancel PBC playback of a Playing Video CDs with PBC Functions PBC PlaybackWhen Do the following 22EN23EN 24EN 25EN Playing a CD 26ENWhen Resume appears in the front panel display 27ENTo fast forward/fast rewind a CD Click shuttle To fast forward/fast rewind Shuttle mode28EN 29EN Current track Current index Disc type 30ENDisplay information while playing a disc Current Playing time Press Time Disc 31ENRemaining time Press Time Current track Remaining time Press Time DiscRepeating all the titles or all the tracks on a disc Playing Repeatedly Repeat Play Z32EN Repeating the current title or chapterRepeating a specific portion a B Repeat 33ENRepeating the current track Creating Your Own Program Program Play Z To cancel Shuffle PlayPlaying in Random Order Shuffle Play Z 34ENTrack is displayed when you When playing a DVDWhen playing a Video CD or CD 35EN36EN Reducing the Picture Noise DNR Digital Video Noise Reduction Changing the Sounds Z38EN Turning the Sub-titles On and Off ZChanging the Sub-titles Z To turn off the sub-titles39EN Changing the Angles ZControlling the TV with the Supplied Remote Z By pressingTo cancel using the menu on the way Using the Menu ZWhen / appears on the right of the setting 40ENAdjustments for Playback Picture Video Control 41ENSettings for Display and Sound 42ENBasic Settings Initial Setup 43EN44EN Precautions 45ENTroubleshooting 46ENSpecifications 47ENGlossary 48ENFront Panel Index to Parts and Controls49EN 50EN Rear Panel51EN RemoteCode Language Language Code List52EN X, Y, Z Index53EN

DVP3980 specifications

The Sony DVP-3980 is a versatile and sleek DVD player that has been designed to deliver an exceptional home theater experience. Although it is an older model, it remains popular among consumers due to its functionality and performance. It demonstrates Sony's commitment to quality and innovation in the electronics market.

One of the key features of the DVP-3980 is its ability to play a wide range of disc formats. It supports standard DVDs, DVD-R/RW, CD, CD-R/RW, and even MP3 CDs. This allows users to enjoy a plethora of media options, making it suitable for anyone with diverse viewing preferences. The player is also capable of upscaling standard DVDs to 1080p resolution, significantly enhancing picture quality on high-definition televisions. This upscaling technology ensures a clearer and more detailed image, offering users a more immersive viewing experience.

The DVP-3980 incorporates advanced playback features, such as fast and slow motion, frame-by-frame playback, and multi-angle viewing for DVDs that support this function. The user-friendly interface allows for easy navigation through various menus, ensuring that anyone can operate the player seamlessly. Moreover, the unit supports multiple audio formats, including Dolby Digital, ensuring high-quality sound alongside the enhanced visuals.

Connectivity is another strong suit of the DVP-3980, as it features both composite video outputs and component video outputs. This versatility allows users to connect the player to a variety of television sets, whether they are older models or newer high-definition ones. Additionally, it comes with S-Video output for improved picture quality when connecting to televisions that support it.

Another characteristic that contributes to the DVP-3980's appeal is its compact design. This sleek and modern unit can easily blend into any home entertainment system without taking up excessive space. Sony also emphasizes energy efficiency, making the DVP-3980 an environmentally friendly choice.

In conclusion, the Sony DVP-3980 remains a solid option for anyone looking for an affordable and reliable DVD player. With its extensive disc compatibility, excellent upscaling capabilities, and user-friendly features, it continues to hold its ground in an ever-evolving digital landscape. Whether you're enjoying a classic film or streaming your favorite music, the DVP-3980 promises quality performance for all your multimedia needs.
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