Sony Playstation 2 Owners Manual

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GBDVD video
Setting language options
(Language Setup)“Language Setup” allows you to choose from
among various languages for the on-screen
display (OSD), DVD audio, and other items.
The default setting for each menu item is
underlined in the explanations below.
Select the 
 (Language Setup) icon in the Setup
display. For details, see “Using the Setup
display” on page 20.
Notes
•When you select a language that is not recorded on the
DVD, one of the recorded languages is automatically
selected for the “Menu,” “Audio” and “Subtitles”
settings.
•Depending on the DVD, the language you have
selected for the “Menu,” “Audio” or “Subtitles” may
not be used.x OSDSelects the language for the on-screen display.
•English
•French
•German
•Italian
•Spanish
•Dutch
•Portuguese
x MenuSelects the language for the DVD disc menu.
This setting is not available during Resume Play.
•English
•French
•German
•Italian
•Spanish
•Dutch
•Danish
•Swedish
•Finnish
•Norwegian
•Portuguese
•Russian
•Chinese
•Japanese
•Korean
•Language Options
*
* When you select “Language Options,” you can choose
from an extensive list of languages.x AudioSelects the language for the audio track.
This setting is not available during Resume Play.
•English
•French
•German
•Italian
•Spanish
•Dutch
•Danish
•Swedish
•Finnish
•Norwegian
•Portuguese
•Russian
•Chinese
•Japanese
•Korean
•Language Options
*
* When you select “Language Options,” you can choose
from an extensive list of languages.
x SubtitleSelects the language for the subtitles.
This setting is not available during Resume Play.
•English
•French
•German
•Italian
•Spanish
•Dutch
•Danish
•Swedish
•Finnish
•Norwegian
•Portuguese
•Russian
•Chinese
•Japanese
•Korean
•Audio Follow
*1
•Language Options
*2
*1 When you select “Audio Follow,” the language for
subtitles automatically changes to match the language
you have selected for the audio track.
*2 When you select “Language Options,” you can choose
from an extensive list of languages.
Setting TV display options
(Screen Setup)You can set the aspect ratio and other display
options for the connected TV using this setting.
The default setting for each menu is underlined
in the explanations below.
Select the 
 (Screen Setup) icon in the Setup
display. For details, see “Using the Setup
display” on page 20.
x TV TypeSets the aspect ratio of the TV.
This setting is not available during Resume Play.
•16:9: Select this option when using a wide-
screen TV, or a standard TV that displays in
wide mode.
•4:3 Letter Box: Select this option when using
a standard TV. This setting displays a wide
picture with margins on the upper and lower
portions of the screen.
•4:3 PAN SCAN: Select this option when
using a standard TV. This setting displays a
wide picture adjusted to the height of the
screen, cutting off the portions at left and
right that do not fit.16:9
4:3 Letter Box
4:3 PAN SCANNotes•Some DVDs may automatically set the aspect ratio of
the TV.
•When “Progressive” is set to “On”, the aspect ratio of
the TV is set to 16:9 and cannot be changed. 
						

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Setting viewer options
(Custom Setup)You can set the Parental Control level and
adjust other playback features using Custom
Setup.
The default setting for each menu is underlined
in the explanations below.
Select the 
 (Custom Setup) icon in the Setup
display. For details see “Using the Setup
display” on page 20.
x Pause ModeSets the picture status in pause mode.
•Auto: A picture with a lot of moving
elements can be displayed without jitter.
Normally select this position.
•Frame: A picture without a lot of moving
elements can be displayed in high resolution.x Parental ControlThe viewing of some DVD content may be
restricted based on viewer age or other factors
in some regions. You can use the Parental
Control feature to restrict the level of content
that may be viewed on your console.
This setting is not available during Resume Play.
Setting Parental ControlSelect the 
 (Custom Setup) icon in the Setup
display.
1
Use the directional buttons to
select “Parental Control”, and
press the ✕ button.If you have not registered a passwordThe screen for registering a password is
displayed.If a password has already been
registeredThe screen for confirming the password is
displayed.
2
Use the directional buttons to
select a number, and press the ✕
button. Repeat this step to enter
a four-digit password.The screen for setting the region,
Parental Control level, and for
changing your password is displayed.
Settings and adjustments for the DVD player (continued)
x DNR (Digital Noise Reduction)This setting may help reduce roughness in the
on-screen image and produce a cleaner picture.
•Off: Normally select this position.
•DNR1: Increases picture clarity.
•DNR2: Increases picture clarity (maximum).
Notes•DNR2 is more effective for reducing image roughness
than DNR1, but in some cases an afterimage may
appear. If this occurs, select “Off.”
•The DNR function may produce limited results on
some DVDs.
•When “Progressive” is set to “On”, DNR is
automatically turned off and cannot be turned on.x Outline SharpeningYou can sharpen or soften the outline of the on-
screen image using this setting. The higher the
value, the sharper the outline.
•+2
•+1
•
0: Normally select this position.
•-1
•-2
x DisplayYou can display or turn off playback status
information in the top right corner of the
screen.
•On: When playing a DVD, the playback
status information is displayed for a few
seconds.
•Off: Playback status information is not
displayed.x ProgressiveThe DVD player’s progressive mode is only
available when playing a disc recorded in
NTSC format, and viewed on a TV that
supports NTSC signals.
This setting is not available during Resume Play.
•On: Select this when the console is connected
to a TV that supports progressive scan.
•Off: Select this when the console is connected
to a normal TV.Notes
•To use progressive scan you must have a TV that
supports progressive scan and you must connect your
console using the SCPH-10100 
E Component AV Cable
(for PlayStation
®2), which is sold separately.
•If you set “Progressive” to “On” without the necessary
equipment, picture quality may be reduced, or the
picture may not be displayed.
•If you accidentally set this option to “On” and need to
clear the setting, with the DVD inserted in the console
press the 1 (standby)/RESET button on the console
front. Then  hold down the START button on the
Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK
®2) inserted into
controller port 1 until the DVD picture is displayed.
When DVD playback begins, “Progressive” will be set
to “Off”, allowing the DVD video to be displayed as
normal. “Progressive” can also be set to “Off” in the
Version Information screen. See page 9 for details.
•Progressive scan is not available when playing a DVD-
RW disc with content recorded in VR mode.
•When playing video material using progressive scan,
some video images may appear unnatural. This is due
to an image conversion process. If this occurs, set
“Progressive” to “Off”, and view in standard interlace
mode.
For details on video material, see “Video material” in
the Glossary on page 28. 
						

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GBDVD video
3
Use the directional buttons to
select “Region”, and press the ✕
button.
4
Use the directional buttons to
select the region to base
Parental Control levels on, and
press the ✕ button.If you select “Other”, refer to the
“Region code list” at right for the
region code to select.
Use the directional buttons to select
the first letter, and press the right
directional button. Use the directional
buttons to select the second letter, and
press the ✕ button.
5
Use the directional buttons to
select “Level”, and press the ✕
button.The list of level options is displayed.
6
Use the directional buttons to
select a restriction level, and
press the ✕ button.Parental Control is set.
The lower the value, the stricter the
restriction.
Region code list Region Code  Region Code Austria AT  Malaysia MY Belgium BE  Netherlands NL Canada CA  Norway NO China CN  Philippines PH Denmark DK  Russia RU Finland FI  Singapore SG France FR  Spain ES Germany DE  Sweden SE Hong Kong HK  Switzerland CH Indonesia ID  Taiwan TW Italy IT  Thailand TH Japan JP  
United Kingdom
GB
 Korea KR
To change your password1
In step 2 under “Setting Parental
Control” use the directional
buttons to select “Change
Password”, and press the ✕
button.The screen for changing the password
is displayed.
2
Use the directional buttons to
select a number, and press the ✕
button. Repeat this step to enter
a four-digit password.To confirm your password, enter it
once again. The password is changed.
Playing a disc which is restricted
by Parental Control1
Insert the disc.Playback begins automatically, and at
the point where Parental Control is
set, the screen changes to a display
requesting confirmation to
temporarily change the Parental
Control level.
2
Use the directional buttons to
select “Yes”, and press the ✕
button.The screen for confirming the
password is displayed.
3
Use the directional buttons to
select a number, and press the ✕
button. Repeat this procedure to
enter the four-digit password.Playback begins.
When DVD playback is stopped, the
Parental Control level returns to the
original setting.
If you forget your password1
Press the SELECT button when
the screen for confirming the
password is displayed.The screen for deleting the password
is displayed.
2
Use the directional buttons to
select a number, and press the ✕
button. Repeat this procedure to
enter the four-digit number
“7444”.The current password is deleted and
the screen for registering a new
password is displayed.
3
Follow step 2 in “Setting
Parental Control”, to register a
new password.
Notes•If you play a DVD that does not have the Parental
Control function, playback will not be restricted even if
you set a playback restriction level on your console.
•If you do not set a password, you cannot change the
Parental Control settings.
•Some DVDs may require you to enter only the
password without changing the Parental Control level.
•Program Play, Shuffle Play, Repeat Play, and A-B
Repeat may not be available on some DVDs with the
Parental Control feature.To clear Parental ControlWith DVD playback stopped, go to step 6 in
“Setting Parental Control” and set “Level” to
“Off”.
This setting cannot be cleared during Resume
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This product incorporates copyright protection
technology that is protected by method claims
of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual
property rights owned by Macrovision
Corporation and other rights owners. Use of
this copyright protection technology must be
authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is
intended for home and other limited viewing
uses only unless otherwise authorized by
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering
or disassembly is prohibited.
Setting sound options
(Audio Setup)You can adjust your audio settings based on
the playback conditions or the equipment in
use.
The default setting for each menu is underlined
in the explanations below. For details see
“Using the Setup display” on page 20.
Select the 
 (Audio Setup) icon in the Setup
display.
x Audio Digital OutYou can switch the methods of outputting
audio signals when you connect the following
audio devices to the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)
connector on the PlayStation
®2 console rear
using an optical digital cable (sold separately).
•A digital device such as a receiver (amplifier)
with a digital connector.
•An audio device with a built-in Dolby Digital
or DTS decoder.
•A DAT (Digital Audio Tape) or MD
(MiniDisc) deck. For connection details, see
page 7.
x DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)Selects whether to output signal through the
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector.
•On: Select this when you connect with an
optical digital cable (sold separately).
Normally select this option.
If you select “On”, make the appropriate
settings for “Dolby Digital”, “DTS” and
“MPEG”.
•Off: Select this when you do not want sound
(audio signal) to be output through the
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector.
NoteIf you select “Off”, you cannot set “Dolby Digital”, “DTS”
or “MPEG”.
x Dolby DigitalSelects the Dolby Digital signal to be output
through the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)
connector.
•On: Select this option when the console is
connected to an audio device with a built-in
Dolby Digital decoder.
If the console is connected to an audio device
without a built-in Dolby Digital decoder, do
not turn this option on. If you select this
option by mistake, when you play a Dolby
Digital audio track, a loud noise (or no
sound) will come out from the speakers,
possibly hurting your ears or damaging the
speakers.
•Off: Select this option when the console is
connected to an audio device without a built-
in Dolby Digital decoder.x DTSSelects the DTS signal to be output through the
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector when
you connect to the console with an optical
digital cable (sold separately).
This setting is not available during Resume Play.
•On: Select this option when the console is
connected to an audio device with a built-in
DTS decoder.
If the console is connected to an audio device
without a built-in DTS decoder, do not turn
this option on. If you select this option by
mistake, when you play a DTS audio track, a
loud noise (or no sound) will come out from
the speakers, possibly hurting your ears or
damaging the speakers.
•Off: Select this option when the console is
connected to an audio device without a built-
in DTS decoder.
x MPEGSelects the MPEG AUDIO signals to be output
via the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector.
•On: Select this option when the console is
connected to an audio device with a built-in
MPEG decoder.
If the console is connected to an audio device
without a built-in MPEG decoder, do not
turn this option on. If you select this option
by mistake, when you play an MPEG audio
track, a loud noise (or no sound) will come
out from the speakers, possibly hurting your
ears or damaging the speakers.
•Off: Select this option when the console is
connected to an audio device without a built-
in MPEG decoder.x Audio Track Auto Select ModeGives the audio track that contains the highest
number of channels priority when you play a
DVD on which multiple audio formats (PCM,
Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG AUDIO) are
recorded.
This setting is not available during Resume Play.
•On: Priority given
•Off: No priority given
Notes•If you set this item to “On”, the language may change
because the “Audio Track Auto Select Mode” setting
has higher priority than the “Audio” settings in
“Language Setup” (page 21).
•If you set “DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)” to “On” and
“DTS” to “Off” in “Audio Setup”, the DTS audio track
is not played even if you set this item to “On” and the
highest-numbered audio channel is recorded in DTS
format.
•If PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS and MPEG audio tracks
have the same number of channels, the console selects
PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS and MPEG audio tracks in
this order.
•Depending on the DVD, the audio channel with
priority may be predetermined. In this case, you cannot
give priority to the Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG format
by selecting “On”.
x DVD VolumeIf the audio output level of the DVD is low, you
can turn up the volume of the DVD. DIGITAL
OUT (OPTICAL) must be set to “Off” to change
this setting.
•+2: Turns up the volume (maximum).
•+1: Turns up the volume.
•Standard: Original audio volume. Normally
select this position.
NoteIf you set this option to “+1” or “+2”, the sound may be
distorted in places where loud sound is present. If the
sound becomes distorted, select “Standard”.CautionIf you turn up the volume too high, your ears may be
injured or the speakers may be damaged.
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GBAdditional information
Please double check•If you experience any of the following
difficulties while using the console, use
this troubleshooting guide to help
remedy the problem. Should any
problem persist, please contact the
appropriate PlayStation
® customer
service helpline which can be found
within every PlayStation® and
PlayStation
®2 format software manual.
•
Make sure the AC power cord is connectedto the console and the mains, and the TV
(or VCR) or the supplied accessories are
connected to the console correctly.
•In rare instances, certain DVD videos
may not operate properly with
PlayStation
®2. This is primarily due to
variations in the manufacturing process
or software encoding of the DVD video
software. If you experience problems,
try restarting your DVD video. If
problems persist, for more information
call the publisher of the DVD video or
contact the appropriate PlayStation
®
customer service helpline which can be
found within every PlayStation
® and
PlayStation
®2 format software manual.
PowerThe power is not turned on.,Check that the AC power cord is connected
securely.
,The console is not turned on. Turn on the
console using the MAIN POWER switch on
the console rear.PictureThere is no picture.,Check that the console is connected to the
TV (or VCR) with the AV Cable (integrated
audio/video).
,Check that the console and the TV (or VCR)
are turned on.
,Check that you have selected the video
input on the TV (or VCR).
,Check that the AV Cable (integrated
audio/video) is connected securely.
,Check that the inserted disc can be played
with this console (see page 3).
,Check that the disc is placed with the label
side facing up (when using a disc with a
label).
,The disc is not inserted correctly.
,DVD playback has been stopped.
,Try another set of AV Cables.Picture noise appears.,The console is placed on an unstable
surface. Place the console on a stable and
flat surface. Do not shake or vibrate the
console.
,Clean the disc.
,Moisture has condensed inside the console
(see page 2).
,If the video signal from the console has to
go through the VCR to get to the TV, the
copy protection applied to some DVD
videos could affect picture quality. When
playing a DVD video, connect the console
to the TV directly (see pages 5-6).
,The progressive scan option is set to “On”
when using a TV that does not support
progressive scan, or when using a cable
other than the Component AV Cable (for
PlayStation
®2). Do not open the disc tray orremove the DVD. With the DVD inserted in
the console, press the 1 (standby)/RESET
button on the console front. Then hold
down the START button on the Analog
Controller (DUALSHOCK
®2) inserted into
controller port 1 until the DVD picture is
displayed. When DVD playback begins,
“Progressive” will be set to “Off”, allowing
the DVD video to be displayed as normal.
“Progressive” can also be set to “Off” in the
Version Information screen (page 9).
,Some video images appear unnatural when
using progressive scan, even when the TV
supports progressive mode. Set “Progressive”
to “Off”, and view in standard interlace
mode.
The aspect ratio cannot be changed
according to the TV when playing wide
screen DVD videos.,Depending on the disc, the aspect ratio is
fixed.
,Check that the console is connected to the
TV directly. (The selector or receiver
(amplifier) may be connected between the
console and the TV.)
,Depending on the TV, the aspect ratio is
fixed.When playing a DVD-RW disc recorded in VR
mode, the message “Playback is restricted.
Cannot play.” is displayed on the screen and
then the screen turns blue.,You may be playing a disc that contains
“copy-once” content. Video recorded on
CPRM-compatible DVD-RW discs using
the copy-once feature cannot be played
back. For details, see “Notes on the
playback of DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD+R/
DVD+RW discs*” on page 3.
SoundThere is no sound.,Check that the console is connected to the
TV (or VCR) with the AV Cable (integrated
audio/video).
,Check that the console and the TV (or VCR)
are turned on.
,Check that you have selected the video
input on the TV (or VCR).
,Check that the TV volume is set properly or
“mute” is not selected on the TV.
,Check that the AV Cable (integrated
audio/video) is connected securely.
,Check that the inserted disc can be played
with this console (see page 3).
,Check that the disc is placed with the label
side facing up (when using a disc with a
label).
,Check that you have connected the console
to the audio input connectors on the
receiver (amplifier) correctly. Refer also to
the instructions supplied with your
amplifier.
,Try another set of AV Cables.
,
Check the speaker connections and settings.Refer to the instruction manual supplied
with your receiver (amplifier).
,Check that you select the appropriate input
on the receiver (amplifier) so that you can
listen to sound from the console. Refer also
to the instructions supplied with your
amplifier.
,The console is in pause mode.
,The console is in search/slow-motion mode
(when playing a DVD video).
,You are playing an audio CD or DVD with
a DTS audio track. Do not play back DTS
audio tracks when the console is connected
to an audio device without a built-in DTS
decoder (see page 24).
,The system setting is not correct for when
the console is connected to audio
equipment with DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)
connectors (see page 7).
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Poor sound quality.,The console is placed on an unstable
surface.
Place the console on a stable and flat
surface. Do not shake or vibrate the
console.
,Clean the disc.
,Moisture has condensed on the disc
(see page 2).
,You are playing an audio CD or a DVD
with DTS sound tracks. You can play an
audio CD or a DVD with DTS sound tracks
only when the console is connected to
audio equipment with a built-in DTS
decoder.The surround effect is difficult to hear when
you are playing a DVD video with a Dolby
Digital sound track.,
Check the speaker connections and settings.Refer to the instruction manual supplied
with your receiver (amplifier).
,Depending on the DVD, the output signal
may not comprise of the entire 5.1 channel
range. It may be monaural or stereo even if
the sound track is recorded in Dolby
Digital.
The sound comes from the centre speaker
only.,Depending on the disc, the sound may
come from the centre speaker only.OperationThe controller does not function.,Check that the controller is connected to the
console.
,Check that the Analog Controller
(DUALSHOCK
®2) or the Analog Controller
(DUALSHOCK®) is set to the appropriate
mode for the software (see page 11).
,Try another controller.
,Try setting the “Remote Control” setting of
the System Configuration menu to “Gameplay
Function Off”.
Some unlicensed 3rd party peripherals may
not operate with “Gameplay Function” set
to “On”. Note that use of such peripherals
is not recommended and will void your
warranty.
The software title does not start.,Check that 
the inserted disc can be played
with this console (see page 3)
.
,Check that the disc is placed with the label
side facing up (when using a disc with a
label).
,Check that the disc is inserted correctly.
,Clean the disc.
,Moisture has condensed on the disc
(see page 2).
,Try another copy of the disc.
,Check that the DVD-R or DVD-RW you are
playing has been finalized.
You cannot save data on the Memory Card
(8MB) (for PlayStation
®2) or Memory Card.
,Check that the Memory Card (8MB) (for
PlayStation
®2) or Memory Card is inserted
securely.
,Check that you are playing the game correctly.
Refer to the appropriate software manual.
,Check that there are empty blocks/free
space on the Memory Card (8MB) (for
PlayStation
®2) or Memory Card.
,Try another Memory Card (8MB) (for
PlayStation®2) or Memory Card.
The console does not function properly.,Static electricity, etc. may affect the
console’s operation.Turn off the MAIN
POWER switch and then turn it back on.The 1 indicator flashes in red and the
console does not work.,A flashing red light indicates a console
“fault” condition and the unit will not
operate. Remove any obstructions from the
vents to allow the console to cool down.
Resume play after the console returns to
standby mode.The disc tray does not open.,Check that the AC power cord is connected
securely.
,Check that the console is turned on.
Turn on the console using the MAIN POWER
switch on the back of the console.
DVD video operationThe console does not play from the
beginning when playing a disc.,Resume Play has been selected.
Select the x (Stop) icon and press the ✕
button twice before you start playing (see
page 16).
,Depending on the disc, a DVD disc menu is
automatically displayed.The disc does not play even if the DVD title
is selected.,A Parental Control limit has been set on the
disc (see page 22).Playback stops automatically.,The disc may contain an auto pause signal.
While playing such a disc, the console stops
playback at the signal.You cannot perform some functions such as
Stop, Search or slow-motion play, Program
Play, Shuffle Play or Repeat Play.,Depending on the disc, you may not be
able to do some of the operations above.The language for the sound track cannot be
changed.,Multilingual tracks are not recorded on the
DVD.
,Changing the language for the track is
prohibited on the DVD.The subtitle language cannot be changed.,Multilingual subtitles are not recorded on
the DVD.
,Changing the language for the subtitles is
prohibited on the DVD.The subtitles cannot be turned off.,Depending on the DVD, you may not be
able to turn the subtitles off.The angles cannot be changed when you
play a DVD.,Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD.
,Changing the angles is prohibited on the
DVD.
The 
 icon cannot be selected.
,Insert a DVD-RW (VR mode) disc in the
console. (see page 18)
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GBAdditional information
Specifications
General
Power requirements
220-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption
50 W
Dimensions (approx.)
301 × 78 × 182 mm (w/h/d)
Mass (approx.)
2.0 kg
Operating temperature
5˚C-35˚C
Laser diode properties
• Material: GaAlAs
• Wavelength: l=650/780 nm
Inputs/outputs on the console front
Controller port (2)
MEMORY CARD slot (2) USB connector (2)
Inputs/outputs on the console rear
AV MULTI OUT connector (1)
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector (1)
EXPANSION BAY (1)
Supplied accessories
See page 4.
Optional accessories
SCPH-110 
E
Analog Controller
(DUALSHOCK
®)
SCPH-1020 
EHI
Memory Card
SCPH-1090 
E
Mouse
SCPH-10010 
E
Analog Controller
(DUALSHOCK
®2)
SCPH-10020 
E
Memory Card (8MB)
(for PlayStation
®2)
SCPH-10030 
E
AV Cable
(integrated audio/video)
SCPH-10040 
E
Vertical Stand
(for PlayStation
®2)
SCPH-10060 
E
S VIDEO Cable
SCPH-10072 
B
RFU Adaptor
SCPH-10090 
E
Multitap (for PlayStation
®2)
SCPH-10100 
E
Component AV Cable
(for PlayStation
®2)
SCPH-10110 
E
Horizontal Stand
(for PlayStation
®2)
SCPH-10130 
E
AV Adaptor(with S VIDEO OUT connector)
SCPH-10142 Euro-AV Cable
SCPH-10420 
E
DVD Remote Control
(for PlayStation
®2)
Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
Glossary
Chapter (page 19)Sections of a movie or a music piece on a DVD
that are smaller than titles. A title is composed
of several chapters. Each chapter is assigned a
chapter number enabling you to locate the
chapter you want.Dolby Digital (page 24)Digital audio compression technology
developed by Dolby Laboratories. This
technology conforms to 5.1-channel surround
sound. The rear channel is stereo and there is a
discrete subwoofer channel in this format.
Dolby Digital provides the same 5.1 discrete
channels of high quality digital audio found in
Dolby Digital cinema audio systems. Good
channel separation is realised because all of the
channel data is recorded discretely and
processed in digital.DTS (page 24)Digital audio compression technology that
Digital Theater Systems, Inc. developed. This
technology conforms to 5.1-channel surround
sound. The rear channel is stereo and there is a
discrete subwoofer channel in this format. DTS
provides the same 5.1 discrete channels of high
quality digital audio. Good channel separation
is realised because all of the channel data is
recorded discretely and processed in digital.DVD video (page 3)DVD video discs can contain up to 8 hours of
moving pictures on a disc with the same
diameter as a CD. The picture data uses the
MPEG 2 format, one of the worldwide
standards of digital compression technology.
Audio data is recorded in a multi-channel
format allowing you to enjoy a more real audio
presence. DVD video discs also can contain
advanced functions such as multiple viewing
angles, multilingual tracks and Parental
Control playback restrictions.
DVD-RW (page 3)DVD-RW is a recordable and rewritable disc
that is the same size as a DVD VIDEO disc.
DVD-RW discs have two modes: VR mode and
Video mode.
•Video mode - complies with DVD-VIDEO
format and is compatible with most DVD
players once finalized, whereas a DVD-RW
recorded in VR mode can only be played on
DVD-RW compliant DVD players.
•VR (Video Recording) mode - enables
various programming and editing functions,
some of which are not available in Video
mode.DVD+RW (page 3)DVD+RW (read “plus RW”) is a recordable and
rewritable disc. DVD+RW discs use a recording
format that is comparable to the DVD VIDEO
format.MPEG AUDIO (page 24)International standard coding system to
compress audio digital signals authorised by
ISO/IEO.Multi-angle function (page 18)Various angles for the scene (viewpoints of the
video camera) are recorded on some DVDs.Multilingual function (page 18)Several languages for the audio track or
subtitles in a picture are recorded on some
DVDs.Parental Control (page 22)A function of the DVD used to limit playback
of the disc according to the age of the user and
the limitation level in each country. The
limitation varies from disc to disc; when it is
activated, playback can be completely
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GUARANTEE
GUARANTEEThank you for buying this Product.
Sony Computer Entertainment Europe (“SCEE”) will,
for a period of 1 (one) year from the date of original
purchase, repair or (at SCEE’s option) replace any
component part of this Product, free of charge, where
it is faulty due to defective materials or workmanship.
Replacement will be with a new or refurbished
component or unit, at SCEE’s option.
This Guarantee is in addition to your statutory
consumer rights (under applicable law) and does not
affect them in any way.
Sony Computer Entertainment Europe
30 Golden Square, London
W1F 9LD UKIMPORTANT1. If you need to claim under this Guarantee, please
call your local Customer Service Helpline (listed
on the Customer Registration Card and in a
current software manual) for return instructions
and other guidance.
2. This Guarantee is only valid:
(i) in the UK and Ireland;
(ii)   when the original sales receipt or invoice
(indicating the date of purchase and retailer’s
name) is presented together with the faulty
Product (and has not been altered or defaced
since the date of original purchase);
(iii)  when the Guarantee seal on the Product has
not been damaged or removed.3. You may not claim under this Guarantee when the
Product is damaged as a result of:
(i) commercial use, accident, fair wear and tear
or misuse (including, without limitation,
failure to use this Product for its normal
purpose and/or in accordance with
instructions on proper use and maintenance,
or installation or use in a manner inconsistent
with applicable local technical or safety
standards);
(ii)   use in conjunction with any unauthorised
peripheral (including, without limitation,
game enhancement devices, adaptors and
power supply devices);
(iii)  any adaptation or adjustment to, or alteration
of, this Product carried out for any reason,
and whether properly carried out or not;
(iv)  maintenance or repairs carried out other than
by an authorised service facility.
4. Where permitted under applicable law, this
Guarantee will be your sole and exclusive remedy
for breach of any warranty, guarantee or
condition, express or implied, in respect of this
Product and neither SCEE nor any other Sony
entity, or their suppliers or authorised service
facilities, will be liable for any incidental or
consequential loss or damage.
If this Product needs any repair which is not covered
by this Guarantee, please call your local Customer
Service Helpline for advice. If your home country is
not one of those listed, please contact your retailer.
Please complete and return the enclosed (Freepost)
Customer Registration Card.
Progressive scan (NTSC) (page 22)Compared to standard interlace mode that
alternatively shows every other line of an
image to create one frame, progressive scan
shows the entire image at once as a single
frame. This means that while interlace mode
can show 30 frames per second, progressive
scan can show 60. The overall picture quality
increases and still images, text and horizontal
lines appear sharper.Title (page 19)The longest section of a movie or a music piece
on a DVD; a movie, etc., for a picture piece on
video software; or an album, etc., for a music
piece on audio software. Each title is assigned a
title number enabling you to locate the title you
want.Video material (NTSC) (page 22)DVD material can be divided into two types:
video based material and film based material.
Video based material is recorded at 30 frames
(60 fields) per second, and is normally used for
TV programs and cartoons. Film based material
is recorded at 24 video images per second, and
is used for most movies. Some DVDs contain
both video based and film based material.
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