Sony DVP3980 manual When using an optical cable, When using a coaxial cable

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Getting Started

zIf you have a digital component such as an amplifier with a digital connector, DAT or MD

Connect the component via the DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL or COAXIAL connector using an optical or coaxial cable (not supplied).

When you play a DVD, set “DVD DIGITAL OUT” in “INITIAL SETUP” to “PCM” in the menu. (page 44) When you play a VIDEO CD, set “VIDEO CD DIGITAL OUT” in “INITIAL SETUP” to “ON” in the menu. (page 44)

When using an optical cable

Optical cable

(not supplied)

Take off the cap and plug in the optical cable.

 

 

 

 

 

Amplifier with a

CD/DVD player

digital connector, MD

deck, DAT deck, etc.

 

 

DIGITAL OUT

DIGITAL IN

OPTICAL COAXIAL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OPTICAL

PCM/ AC-3 DIGITAL

When using a coaxial cable

Coaxial cable (not supplied)

 

Amplifier with a

 

digital connector, MD

CD/DVD player

deck, DAT deck, etc.

DIGITAL OUT

DIGITAL IN

OPTICAL COAXIAL

 

COAXIAL

PCM/ AC-3 DIGITAL

Notes

•Refer to the instructions supplied with the component to be connected.

•You cannot make digital audio recordings of discs recorded in Dolby Digital (AC-3) format directly using MD deck or DAT deck.

When you make the connections above, do not set “DVD DIGITAL OUT” in “INITIAL SETUP” to “AC-3 Digital.” If you do, a loud noise will suddenly come out from the speakers, affecting your ears or causing the speakers to be damaged.

zIf you have a digital component with a built-in Dolby Digital decoder

Connect the component via the DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL or COAXIAL connector using an optical or coaxial cable (not supplied). When the component with a built-in Dolby Digital decoder is connected, the player plays DVDs with sound recorded in Dolby Digital (AC-3) format while producing the effect of being in a movie theater or a concert hall.

In the menu, set “DVD DIGITAL OUT” in “INITIAL SETUP” to “AC-3 Digital.” (page 44)

When using an optical cable

Optical cable

(not supplied)

Take off the cap and plug in the optical cable.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Component with a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

built-in Dolby Digital

CD/DVD player

decoder

 

 

 

DIGITAL OUT

DIGITAL IN

OPTICAL COAXIAL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OPTICAL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PCM/ AC-3 DIGITAL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

When using a coaxial cable

Coaxial cable (not supplied)

 

Component with a

 

built-in Dolby Digital

CD/DVD player

decoder

DIGITAL OUT

DIGITAL IN

OPTICAL COAXIAL

 

 

COAXIAL

PCM/ AC-3 DIGITAL

 

Note

Refer to the instructions supplied with the component to be connected.

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Contents Installing Precautions SafetyWelcome Table of Contents This Player Can Play the Following Discs About This ManualIndex TitleChapter TrackOverview UnpackingHooking Up the System Inserting batteries into the remoteTo listen to the sound through TV speakers If your TV has an S video input connectorHookups What cords will I need?When using a coaxial cable When using an optical cableTo select the color system when you play a Necessary Setup Before Using the PlayerTo open or close the front panel 10ENPress 11ENTo stop playback Various playbackClick shuttle To change the playback speed Shuttle mode12EN To playback with various speed13EN Using the Title Menu14EN Using the DVD menuDVD Menu ? 15EN Using the On-Screen Display16EN Using the Front Panel Display17EN With the label side 18ENFacing up What is a scene? What is an index?19EN 20EN Click shuttle JOG To change the playback speed Shuttle modePlaying Video CDs with PBC Functions PBC Playback When playing Video CDs with PBC functionsTo cancel PBC playback of a 21EN22EN When Do the following23EN 24EN 25EN 26EN Playing a CD27EN When Resume appears in the front panel display28EN 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 Remaining time Press Time Disc 31ENRemaining time Press Time Current track Playing time Press Time DiscRepeating the current title or chapter Playing Repeatedly Repeat Play Z32EN Repeating all the titles or all the tracks on a discRepeating the current track 33ENRepeating a specific portion a B Repeat 34EN To cancel Shuffle PlayPlaying in Random Order Shuffle Play Z Creating Your Own Program Program Play Z35EN When playing a DVDWhen playing a Video CD or CD Track is displayed when you36EN Changing the Sounds Z Reducing the Picture Noise DNR Digital Video Noise ReductionTo turn off the sub-titles Turning the Sub-titles On and Off ZChanging the Sub-titles Z 38ENBy pressing Changing the Angles ZControlling the TV with the Supplied Remote Z 39EN40EN Using the Menu ZWhen / appears on the right of the setting To cancel using the menu on the way41EN Adjustments for Playback Picture Video Control42EN Settings for Display and Sound43EN Basic Settings Initial Setup44EN 45EN Precautions46EN Troubleshooting47EN Specifications48EN Glossary49EN Index to Parts and ControlsFront Panel Rear Panel 50ENRemote 51EN52EN 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.

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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.

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