Sony Dvpnc800hb Manual

							
3-283-152-12(1)
© 2008 Sony Corporation
DVP-NC800H
Operating Instructions
Manual de instrucciones
ES US
For customers in the U.S.A
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear 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-NC800H
Serial No.______________
For Customers in Canada
If this product is not working properly, please call 1-877-602-2008 for 
Peace of Mind Warranty Replacement service.
For other product related que stions please contact our Customer 
Information Service Centre  at 1-877-899-7669 or write to us at: 
Customer Information Service 115 Gordon Baker Road, Toronto, 
Ontario, M2H 3R6
CD/DVD
Player 
						

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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or 
electric shock, do not expose 
this apparatus to rain or 
moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do 
not open the cabinet. Refer 
servicing to qualified 
personnel only.
The AC power cord must be 
changed only at a qualified 
service shop.
Batteries or batteries 
installed apparatus shall not 
be exposed to excessive heat 
such as sunshine, fire or the 
like.
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 symbol is 
intended to alert the 
user to the presence 
of uninsulated 
“dangerous voltage” 
within the product’s enclosure that 
may be of sufficient magnitude to 
constitute a risk of electric shock to 
persons.
This symbol is 
intended to alert the 
user to the presence 
of important 
operating and 
maintenance (servicing) 
instructions in the literature 
accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any 
changes or modifications not 
expressly approved in this manual 
could void your authority to 
operate this equipment.
Note
This equipment has been tested 
and found to comply with the 
limits for a Class B digital device, 
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC 
Rules. These limits are designed to 
provide reasonable protection 
against harmful interference in a 
residential installation. This 
equipment generates, uses, and can 
radiate radio frequency energy 
and, if not installed and used in 
accordance with the instructions, 
may cause harmful interference to 
radio communications. However, 
there is no guarantee that 
interference will not occur in a 
particular installation. If this 
equipment does cause harmful 
interference to radio or television 
reception, which can be 
determined by turning the 
equipment off and on, the user is 
encouraged to try to correct the 
interference by one or more of the 
following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the 
receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between 
the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an 
outlet on a circuit different from 
that to which the receiver is 
connected.
– Consult the dealer or an 
experienced radio/TV technician 
for help.
Notes About the 
Discs
 To keep the disc clean, handle 
the disc by its edge. Do not touch 
the surface. Dust, fingerprints, or 
scratches on the disc may cause 
it to malfunction.
 Do not expose the disc to direct 
sunlight or heat sources such as 
hot air ducts, or leave it in a car 
parked in direct sunlight as the 
temperature may rise 
considerably inside the car.
 After playing, store the disc in its 
case.
 Clean the disc with a cleaning 
cloth. Wipe the disc from the 
center out.
 Do not use solvents such as 
benzine, thinner, commercially 
available cleaners, or anti-static 
spray intended for vinyl LPs.
 If you have printed the disc’s 
label, dry the label before 
playing. 
						

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Important Safety 
Instructions
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation  openings. Install in accordance 
with the manufacturer’s 
instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat  sources such as radiators, heat 
registers, stoves, or other 
apparatus (including amplifiers) 
that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose  of the polarized or grounding-
type plug. A polarized plug has 
two blades with one wider than 
the other. A grounding type 
plug has two blades and a third 
grounding prong. The wide 
blade or the third prong are 
provided for your safety. If the 
provided plug does not fit into 
your outlet, consult an 
electrician for replacement of 
the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from  being walked on or pinched 
particularly at plugs, 
convenience receptacles, and 
the point where they exit from 
the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/ accessories specified by the 
manufacturer.
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.
13) Unplug this apparatus during  lightning storms or when 
unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified  service personnel. Servicing is 
required when the apparatus has 
been damaged in any way, such 
as power-supply cord or plug is 
damaged, liquid has been 
spilled or objects have fallen 
into the apparatus, the apparatus 
has been exposed to rain or 
moisture, does not operate 
normally, or has been dropped.
Precautions
On safety To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with 
liquids, such as vases, on the 
apparatus.
 Should any solid object or liquid  fall into the cabinet, unplug the 
player and have it checked by 
qualified personnel before 
operating it any further.
On power sources The player is not disconnected from the AC power source as long 
as it is connected to the wall 
outlet, even if the player itself has 
been turned off.
 If you are not going to use the  player for a long time, be sure to 
disconnect the player from the 
wall outlet. To disconnect the AC 
power cord, grasp the plug itself; 
never pull the cord.
On placement Place the player in a location with 
adequate ventilation to prevent 
heat build-up in the player.
 Do not place the player on a soft  surface such as a rug.
 Do not place the player in a 
location near heat sources, or in a 
place subject to direct sunlight, 
excessive dust, or mechanical 
shock.
 Do not install the player in an  inclined position. It is designed to 
be operated in a horizontal 
position only.
 Keep the player and the discs 
away from equipment with strong 
magnets, such as microwave 
ovens, or large loudspeakers.
 Do not place heavy objects on the  player.
 Do not install this player in a  confined space, such as a 
bookshelf or similar unit.
 Install the player so that the AC  power cord can be unplugged 
from the wall socket immediately 
in the event of trouble.
On operationIf the player is brought directly 
from a cold to a warm location, 
or is placed in a very damp room, 
moisture may condense on the 
lenses inside the player. Should 
this occur, the player may not 
operate properly. In this case, 
remove the disc and leave the 
player turned on for about half an 
hour until the moisture 
evaporates.
 When you move the player, take 
out any discs. If you don’t, the 
disc may be damaged.
On adjusting volumeDo not turn up the volume while 
listening to a section with very low 
level inputs or no audio signals. If 
you do, the speakers may be 
damaged when a peak level section 
is played.
On cleaningClean the cabinet, panel, and 
controls with a soft cloth slightly 
moistened with a mild detergent 
solution. Do not use any type of 
abrasive pad, scouring powder or 
solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
On cleaning discs, disc/lens 
cleaners
Do not use cleaning discs or disc/
lens cleaners (including wet or 
spray types). These may cause the 
apparatus to malfunction.
On replacement of partsIn the event that this unit is 
repaired, repaired parts may be 
collected for reuse or recycling 
purposes.
On transporting the player
Before transporting the player, 
follow the procedure below to 
return the internal mechanisms to 
their original positions.
1Remove all the discs from the 
disc tray.
2Press  Z to close the disc tray.
Make sure that “NO DISC” 
appears on the front panel 
display.
3Press  ?/1  to turn off the player.
The player enters standby 
mode.
4Disconnect the AC power 
cord.
If you have any questions or 
problems concerning your player, 
please consult your nearest Sony 
dealer.
IMPORTANT NOTICECaution: This player is capable of 
holding a still video image or 
on-screen display image on your 
television screen indefinitely. If 
you leave the still video image or 
on-screen display image 
displayed on your TV for an 
extended period of time you risk 
permanent damage to your 
television screen. Plasma display 
panel televisions and projection 
televisions are susceptible to this. 
						

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Table of Contents
WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2
Notes About the Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3
Precautions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3
About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5
This Player Can Play the Following Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6
Guide to Parts and Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  8
Guide to the Control Menu Display  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11
Guide to the ‘BRAVIA Sync’ Display  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  13
Hookups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  14
Hooking Up the Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  14
Step 1: Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  14
Step 2: Connecting the Video Cords/HDMI Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  15
About the CONTROL FOR HDMI functions for ‘BRAVIA Sync’ 
(for HDMI connections only)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  17
Step 3: Connecting the Audio Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  18
Step 4: Connecting the Power Cord  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  20
Step 5: Preparing the Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  20
Controlling Your TV with the Supplied Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  21
Step 6: Quick Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  22
Playback  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  24
Playing Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  24
Various Play Mode Functions (Program Play, Shuffle Play, Repeat Play, 
|A-B Repeat Play)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  30
Adjusting the Playback Picture
 (CUSTOM PICTURE MODE) . . . . . . . . . . . .  34
Sharpening the Picture (SHARPNESS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  35
Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture and Sound (AV SYNC) . . . . . . . . .  36
Locking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, 
PARENTAL CONTROL)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  37
Searching for a Scene  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  40
Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc (Search, Scan, Slow-motion Play, 
Freeze Frame) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  40
Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track/Scene, etc.  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  41
Searching by Scene (PICTURE NAVIGATION)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  43
Sound Adjustments  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  44
Changing the Sound  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  44
TV Virtual Surround Settings (TVS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  46
Enjoying MP3 Audio and JPEG Images  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  47
About MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image Files  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  47
Playing MP3 Audio Tracks or JPEG Image Files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  48
Enjoying JPEG Images as a Slide Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  50 
						

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Settings and Adjustments  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  54
Using the Setup Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  54
Setting the Display or Sound Track Language (LANGUAGE SETUP)  . . . . .  55
Settings for the Display (SCREEN SETUP). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  56
Custom Settings (CUSTOM SETUP). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  58
Settings for the Sound (AUDIO SETUP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  59
HDMI Settings (HDMI SETUP)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  61
Additional Information  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  63
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  63
Self-diagnosis Function (When letters/numbers appear in the display) . . . . .  66
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  67
Language Code List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  68
Parental Control Area Code List  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  68
Index  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  69
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.
 “DVD” may be used as a general term for commercial DVDs, DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/
DVD+Rs DL (+VR mode) and DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs/DVD-Rs DL (VR mode, video 
mode).
 The meaning of the icons used in this manual is described below:
Icons Meaning
Functions available for commercial DVDs and DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/
DVD+Rs DL in +VR mode or DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs/DVD-Rs DL in video 
mode
Functions available for DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs/DVD-Rs DL in VR (Video 
Recording) mode
Functions available for VIDEO CDs (including Super VCDs or CD-Rs/CD-
RWs in video CD format or Super VCD format)
Functions available for music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD format
Functions available for DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs 
containing MP3* audio tracks, and JPEG image files)
Functions available for DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/
DVD+Rs DL/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs/DVD-Rs DL containing MP3* audio 
tracks, and JPEG image files
)
* MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer III) is a standard format defined by ISO (International Organization for 
Standardization)/IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) MPEG which compresses audio data. 
						

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This Player Can Play the 
Following Discs
“DVD+RW,” “DVD-RW,” “DVD+R,” 
“DVD+R DL,” “DVD-R,” “DVD VIDEO,” 
and “CD” logos are trademarks.
Note about CDs/DVDs
The player can play CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-
RWs recorded in the following formats:
– music CD format
– video CD format
– MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files of 
format conforming to ISO 9660* Level 1/
Level 2, or its extended format, Joliet
– KODAK Picture CD format
* A logical format of files and folders on CD-
ROMs, defined by ISO (International 
Organization for Standardization).
The player can play DVD-ROMs/
DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs/DVD-Rs DL/
DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+Rs DL recorded 
in the following formats:
– MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files of 
format conforming to UDF (Universal Disk 
Format).
Example of discs that the player 
cannot play
The player cannot play the following discs:
 CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than 
those recorded in the formats listed on this 
page.
 CD-ROMs recorded in PHOTO CD format.
 Data part of CD-Extras.
 DVD Audio discs.
 HD layer on Super Audio CDs.
BDs.
 HD DVDs.
 Disc recorded with an AVCHD-compatible 
DVD video camera.
Also, the player cannot play the following 
discs:
 A commercial DVD with a different region 
code.
 A disc recorded in a color system other than 
NTSC, such as PAL or SECAM (this player 
conforms to the NTSC color system).
 A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g., 
card, heart).
 A disc with paper or stickers on it.
 A disc that has the adhesive of cellophane 
tape or a sticker still left on it.
Region code
Your player has a region code printed on the 
back of the unit and only will play 
commercial DVDs (playback only) labeled 
with identical region codes. This system is 
used to protect copyrights.
Commercial DVDs labeled   will also 
play on this player.
If you try to play any other commercial DVD, 
the message “Playback prohibited by area 
limitations.” will appear on the TV screen. 
Depending on the commercial DVD, there 
may be no region code indication, even 
though playing the commercial DVD is 
prohibited by area restrictions.
Format of discs
Commercial DVD
DVD-RW/-R
DVD+RW/+R/
+R DL
VIDEO CD/
Music CD
CD-RW/-R
ALL
DVP–XXXX 00V 00Hz
00WNO. 
0-000-000-00
XRegion code 
						

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Notes
• Notes about DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+Rs 
DL, DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs/DVD-Rs DL or CD-
Rs/CD-RWs
Some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+Rs DL, 
DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs/DVD-Rs DL, or CD-Rs/
CD-RWs cannot be played on this player due to 
the recording quality or physical condition of the 
disc, or the characteristics of the recording device 
and authoring software.
The disc will not play if it has not been correctly 
finalized. For more information, refer to the 
operating instructions for the recording device. 
Note that some playback functions may not work 
with some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+Rs DL, 
even if they have been correctly finalized. In this 
case, view the disc by normal playback. Also 
some DATA CDs/DATA DVDs created in Packet 
Write format cannot be played.
 Music discs encoded with copyright protection 
technologies
This product is designed to playback discs that 
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
Recently, various music discs encoded with 
copyright protection technologies are marketed 
by some record companies. Please be aware that 
among those discs, there are some that do not 
conform to the CD standard and may not be 
playable by this product.
For player that cannot play images that 
contain a copy protection only
Images in DVD-VR mode with CPRM* 
protection may not be played if they contain a 
copy protection signal, “Copyright lock” appears 
on the screen.
* CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable 
Media) is a coding technology that protects the 
copyright of images.
 Note on DualDiscs
A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which 
mates DVD recorded material on one side with 
digital audio material on the other side.
However, since the audio material side does not 
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, 
playback on this product is not guaranteed.Note on playback operations of 
DVDs and VIDEO CDs
Some playback operations of DVDs and 
VIDEO CDs may be intentionally set by 
software producers. Since this player plays 
DVDs and VIDEO CDs according to the disc 
contents the software producers designed, 
some playback features may not be available. 
Also, refer to the instructions supplied with 
the DVDs or 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 
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Guide to Parts and Controls
For more information, see the pages indicated in parentheses.
Front panel
A[/1 (on/standby) button (24)
BHDMI* (High-Definition Multimedia 
Interface) indicator (16, 61, 62) 
Lights up when the HDMI OUT jack is 
correctly connected to a HDCP (High-
bandwidth Digital Content Protection) 
compliant device with HDMI or DVI 
(Digital Visual Interface) input.
CDISC 1-5 buttons (25)
DN (play) button (24)
Ex (stop) button (25)
F./> (previous/next) buttons (40)GZ (open/close) button (24)
HDISC SKIP button (26)
I (remote sensor) (20)
JEXCHANGE button (26)
KDisc tray (24)
LFront panel display (9)
* This DVD player incorporates High-Definition 
Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology.
“HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition 
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered 
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.”
Rear panel
AHDMI OUT (High-Definition 
Multimedia Interface out) jack (15)
BDIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack (18)
CDIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack (18)
DLINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks (18)ELINE OUT (VIDEO) jack (15)
FS VIDEO OUT jack (15)
GCOMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks 
(15) 
						

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Front panel display
When playing back a DVD
When playing back a VIDEO CD with Playback Control (PBC) (27)
When playing back a CD, DATA CD (MP3 audio), DATA DVD (MP3 audio), or VIDEO CD 
(without PBC)
* When playing DATA DVDs, the DVD indicator is displayed.
When playing VIDEO CDs (without PBC), the VCD indicator is displayed.
zHint
You can adjust the lighting of the front panel 
display by setting “DIMMER” in “CUSTOM 
SETUP.” (page 58)
Playing time of the 
current title (29) Lights up when you can 
change the angle (25)
Lights up during Repeat Play (32) Playing 
status All Disc Repeat 
mode (32) Current 
discDisc typeDisc numbers (25)
Current playing time (28)
Playing statusLights up during A-B Repeat Play (33)
Current discDisc typeDisc numbers (25)
Current track (28)
Lights up during Repeat Play (32) Playing 
statusCurrent playing time (28)
Current 
discDisc type*Disc numbers (25)
All Discs 
Repeat 
mode (32)
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Remote
ATV  [/1  (on/standby) button (21)
B Z OPEN/CLOSE button (25)
C Number buttons (27)
The number 5 button has a tactile dot.*
DCLEAR button (31)
E TOP MENU button (27)
F C/X /x /c  buttons (25)
G O RETURN button (26)
H /  REPLAY/STEP/
ADVANCE/STEP but tons (25, 41)I
. />  PREV/NEXT (previous/
next) buttons (25)
J  m /M   SCAN/SLOW 
buttons (40)
K ZOOM button (25, 50)
L SLOW PLAY/FAST PLAY buttons 
(25)
M AUDIO button (44)
N SUBTITLE button (25, 50)
O [/1  (on/standby) button (24)
P VOL (volume) +/– buttons (21)
The + button has a tactile dot.*
QTV/VIDEO button (21)
R PICTURE NAVI (picture navigation) 
button (43, 49)
S TIME/TEXT button (28)
T MENU button (27)
U ENTER button (22)
V DISPLAY button (11)
W H PLAY button (24)
The  H button has a tactile dot.*
X x STOP button (25)
Y X PAUSE button (25)
Z DISC SKIP button (46)
wj ANGLE button (25)
* Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating 
the player.