Sony DVP3980 manual Index, 53EN, X, Y, Z

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Index

Index

A

AB Repeat 33 Adjusting

volume 10, 18, 26

Angle 39

 

AUDIO ATT

43

AUDIO DRC

42

AUTO PLAY

42

Auto pause

16, 24

B

Batteries 6

C

CD 26

Changing angles 39 sound 37 sub-titles 38

Chapter 5, 48

Connecting 6 Continuous play

CD 26

DVD 10 VIDEO CD 18

CUSTOM SETUP 42

D, E

Display

 

 

front panel display

16, 24, 30

on-screen display

15, 22, 29

Digital output 12, 44

Dolby Digital (AC-3)

8, 48

DOWNMIX

44

 

DNR

39

 

 

DVD

10

 

 

DVD menu

14

 

DVD menu language

44

F, G

Fast Forward 12, 20, 28

Fast Reverse 12, 20, 28

Front panel display

CD 30

DVD 16

VIDEO CD 24

H

Handling discs 45

Hi-speed search 11, 19, 27

Hooking up 6

I, J, K

INITIAL SETUP 43

L

LETTER BOX 43

 

Locating

 

a specific point

11, 19, 27

by monitoring

11, 19, 27

by observing the TV screen 11, 19

M, N

Memory 41 Menu

CUSTOM SETUP 42 INITIAL SETUP 43 PLAY MODE 41 VIDEO CONTROL 41 usage 40

O

On-screen display CD 29

DVD 15 language 44 VIDEO CD 22

P, Q

PAN SCAN 43

PBC functions

21

PBC Playback

5, 21, 48

Playback

 

Continuous Play 10, 18, 26

Program Play

34

Repeat Play

32

Shuffle Play

34

PLAY MODE

41

Program Play

34

R

Remote control 6, 39 Repeating

a specific portion 33 current title, chapter or

track 32 disc 32

Resume Play 36

S

Scene 5

Scene Search 20 Searching. See Locating. Shuffle Play 34 Slow-motion Play 11, 19 S video output 7 Sub-titles

changing 38

turning on and off 38

T

Title 5, 48

Title menu 13

Track 5, 48

Troubleshooting 46

U

Usable discs 4

V, W, X, Y, Z

VIDEO CONTROL 41

VIDEO CD 18

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Contents Installing Precautions SafetyWelcome Table of Contents About This Manual This Player Can Play the Following DiscsTitle ChapterTrack IndexUnpacking Hooking Up the SystemInserting batteries into the remote OverviewIf your TV has an S video input connector HookupsWhat cords will I need? 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 panel11EN To stop playbackVarious playback PressTo change the playback speed Shuttle mode 12ENTo playback with various speed Click shuttleUsing the Title Menu 13EN14EN Using the DVD menuDVD Menu ? Using the On-Screen Display 15ENUsing the Front Panel Display 16EN17EN With the label side 18ENFacing up What is a scene? What is an index?19EN Click shuttle JOG To change the playback speed Shuttle mode 20ENWhen playing Video CDs with PBC functions To cancel PBC playback of a21EN 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 27EN28EN Click shuttle To fast forward/fast rewind Shuttle modeTo fast forward/fast rewind a CD 29EN Display information while playing a disc Current 30ENCurrent track Current index Disc type 31EN Remaining time Press Time Current trackPlaying time Press Time Disc Remaining time Press Time DiscPlaying Repeatedly Repeat Play Z 32ENRepeating all the titles or all the tracks on a disc Repeating the current title or chapterRepeating the current track 33ENRepeating a specific portion a B Repeat To cancel Shuffle Play Playing in Random Order Shuffle Play ZCreating Your Own Program Program Play Z 34ENWhen playing a DVD When playing a Video CD or CDTrack is displayed when you 35EN36EN Reducing the Picture Noise DNR Digital Video Noise Reduction Changing the Sounds ZTurning the Sub-titles On and Off Z Changing the Sub-titles Z38EN To turn off the sub-titlesChanging the Angles Z Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote Z39EN By pressingUsing the Menu Z When / appears on the right of the settingTo cancel using the menu on the way 40ENAdjustments for Playback Picture Video Control 41ENSettings for Display and Sound 42ENBasic Settings Initial Setup 43EN44EN Precautions 45ENTroubleshooting 46ENSpecifications 47ENGlossary 48EN49EN Index to Parts and ControlsFront Panel 50EN Rear Panel51EN Remote52EN Language Code ListCode Language 53EN IndexX, Y, Z

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.