DVP-FX1021 - Sony DVD Service Manual (repair manual). Page 8

Region code
Your player has a region code printed on the back of
the unit and only will play DVD VIDEO discs 
(playback only) labeled with identical region codes.
This system is used to protect copyrights.

DVDs labeled 

will also play on this player.

If you try to play any other DVD, the message
“Check Regional Code” will appear on the LCD
screen. Depending on the DVD, no region code 
indication may be labeled even though playing the
DVD is prohibited by area restrictions.

Region code

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.

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 prohibited.

On handling discs
• To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. 

Do not touch the surface.

• Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.

On storing discs
• Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources

such as 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.

On cleaning discs
• Fingerprints or dust on a disc may cause the image or

sound quality to deteriorate. Use clean discs.

• Wipe the disc with a soft cloth from the center out.

• If the disc is very dirty, first wipe it with a damp cloth, then

wipe it again with a dry cloth.

• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, 

commercially available cleaners, or anti-static spray
intended for vinyl LPs.