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Various kinds of playback

To adjust the picture character (VFP)

The VFP (Video Fine Processor) function allows you to adjust the
picture character according to the type of programming, picture
tone or personal preferences.
1During playback, press VFP - PROGRESSIVE
SCAN.
The VFP mode selection window appears on the TV screen.
2Press 2/3 to select the desired preset.
Each time you press the button, the VFP mode changes as
follows.
Set the video type most suitable to the current program or the
room conditions.
[NORMAL]: for watching TV in a general room.
[CINEMA]: for watching a movie software in a room with
suppressed light.
[USER 1] [USER 2]: you can adjust parameters that affect
the picture character and store the settings as a user
preset. See the next step.
3To define a user setting, press 5/to select
a parameter to be edited from the following.
DNR (Digital Noise Reduction)
Adjust this if you notice “mosquito noise” (noise that
randomly appears along the edges of digitally compressed
pictures).
Available range: 0 to +1.
DIGIPURE
Adjust this if you want to enhance clarity of pictures.
Available range: 0 to +3.
• GAMMA
Adjust this if the neutral color is bright or dark. The
brightness of dark and bright portion is maintained.
Available range: –4 (darkest) to +4 (brightest).
• BRIGHTNESS
Adjust this if the picture is bright or dark on the whole.
Available range: –16 (darkest) to +16 (brightest).
• CONTRAST
Adjust this if the far and near position is unnatural.
Available range: –16 to +16.
• SATURATION
Adjust this if the picture is whitish or blackish.
Available range: –16 (blackest) to +16 (whitest).
•TINT
Adjust this if the appearance of flesh tone is unnatural.
Available range: –16 to +16.
• SHARPNESS
Adjust this if the picture is indistinct.
Available range: 0 to +3.
4Press ENTER.
A window for setting parameters appears.
5Press 5/to adjust the level of the
parameter.
The higher value enhances the effect.
6Press ENTER.
Repeat steps 3 to 6 if you want to set other parameters.

To dismiss the VFP mode selection window

Press VFP - PROGRESSIVE SCAN.
NOTE
The window for VFP mode selection and parameter setting
disappear if no operation is made for about 10 seconds.

To simulate surround sound (3D PHONIC)

Using the 3D PHONIC function, you can get a simulated
surround effect from your stereo system.
1During playback, press 3D PHONIC.
The 3D PHONIC window appears on the TV screen.
2Press 2/3 to select the desired mode.
Each time you press the button, the 3D PHONIC mode
changes as follows:
•ACTION
Suitable for action movies and sports programs in which the
sound source moves.
•DRAMA
Natural and warm sound. You can enjoy movies in a relaxed
mood.
•THEATER
You can enjoy sound effects like in a theater.
3Press 5/ to adjust the effect level.
You can set the effect level from [1] to [5].
The higher value enhances the effect.

To dismiss the 3D PHONIC window

Press 3D PHONIC.
NOTES
• The 3D PHONIC window disappears if no operation is made for
about 10 seconds.
• The 3D PHONIC function works correctly only when playing
back a DVD VIDEO disc recorded with Dolby Digital.
• When playing back a DVD VIDEO disc recorded with Dolby
Digital that does not contain the rear signal, you can change the
3D PHONIC setting, but you will not be able to achieve a correct
3D effect.
• The 3D PHONIC function does not affect the Dolby Digital
bitstream signal from the DIGITAL OUT jack.
• When the 3D PHONIC function is active, the [ANALOG DOWN
MIX] setting in the [AUDIO] setting display is not available.
NORMAL CINEMA USER 1 USER 2
USER 1
DIGIPURE
DNR
GAMMA
BRIGHTNESS
CONTRAST
TINT
SHARPNESS
+ 0
+ 0
+ 0
+ 0
+ 0
+ 0
+ 3
SATURATION
+ 0
Selected preset
Parameter
SATURATION + 4
Selected parameter
ACTION DRAMA THEATER NONE
+ 5ACTION 4
Selected effect mode
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