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DVP-M20P
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Additional Information
Self-diagnosis Function
(When letters/numbers appear in the
display)
When the self-diagnosis function is activated
to prevent the player from malfunctioning, a
five-character service number (e.g., C 13 50)
with a combination of a letter and four digits
appears on the screen. In this case, check the
following table.
to prevent the player from malfunctioning, a
five-character service number (e.g., C 13 50)
with a combination of a letter and four digits
appears on the screen. In this case, check the
following table.
Glossary
Album (page 43, 45)
A unit in which to store JPEG image files or
MP3 audio tracks on a DATA CD/DATA
DVD. (“Album” is an exclusive definition for
this player.)
MP3 audio tracks on a DATA CD/DATA
DVD. (“Album” is an exclusive definition for
this player.)
Chapter
Sections of a picture or a music feature that
are smaller than titles. A title is composed of
several chapters. Depending on the disc, no
chapters may be recorded.
are smaller than titles. A title is composed of
several chapters. Depending on the disc, no
chapters may be recorded.
Dolby Digital (page 18, 58)
Digital audio compression technology
developed by Dolby Laboratories. This
technology conforms to multi-channel
surround sound. The rear channel is stereo
and there is a discrete subwoofer channel in
this format. Dolby Digital provides the same
discrete channels of high quality digital audio
found in “Dolby Digital” theatre surround
sound systems. Good channel separation is
realized because all of the channel data is
recorded discretely and little deterioration is
realized because all channel data processing
is digital.
developed by Dolby Laboratories. This
technology conforms to multi-channel
surround sound. The rear channel is stereo
and there is a discrete subwoofer channel in
this format. Dolby Digital provides the same
discrete channels of high quality digital audio
found in “Dolby Digital” theatre surround
sound systems. Good channel separation is
realized because all of the channel data is
recorded discretely and little deterioration is
realized because all channel data processing
is digital.
DTS (page 18, 59)
Digital audio compression technology that
Digital Theater Systems, Inc. developed. This
technology conforms to multi-channel
surround sound. The rear channel is stereo
and there is a discrete subwoofer channel in
this format. DTS provides the same discrete
channels of high quality digital audio.
Good channel separation is realized because
all of the channel data is recorded discretely
and little deterioration is realized because all
channel data processing is digital.
Digital Theater Systems, Inc. developed. This
technology conforms to multi-channel
surround sound. The rear channel is stereo
and there is a discrete subwoofer channel in
this format. DTS provides the same discrete
channels of high quality digital audio.
Good channel separation is realized because
all of the channel data is recorded discretely
and little deterioration is realized because all
channel data processing is digital.
DVD VIDEO (page 5)
A disc that contains up to 8 hours of moving
pictures even though its diameter is the same
as a CD.
The data capacity of a single-layer and single-
sided DVD is 4.7 GB (Giga Byte), which is 7
times that of a CD. The data capacity of a
double-layer and single-sided DVD is 8.5
GB, a single-layer and double-sided DVD is
pictures even though its diameter is the same
as a CD.
The data capacity of a single-layer and single-
sided DVD is 4.7 GB (Giga Byte), which is 7
times that of a CD. The data capacity of a
double-layer and single-sided DVD is 8.5
GB, a single-layer and double-sided DVD is
First three
characters of
the service
number
characters of
the service
number
Cause and/or corrective
action
action
C 13
The disc is dirty or recorded
in a format that this player
cannot play (page 6).
in a format that this player
cannot play (page 6).
,Clean the disc with a soft
cloth or check its format
(page 2).
(page 2).
C 31
The disc is not inserted
correctly.
correctly.
,Re-insert the disc
correctly.
E XX
(xx is a number)
(xx is a number)
To prevent a malfunction, the
player has performed the
self-diagnosis function.
player has performed the
self-diagnosis function.
,Contact your nearest
Sony dealer or local
authorized Sony service
facility and give the 5-
character service number.
Example: E 61 10
authorized Sony service
facility and give the 5-
character service number.
Example: E 61 10
C:13:50
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9.4 GB, and double-layer and double-sided
DVD is 17 GB.
The picture data uses the MPEG 2 format, a
worldwide standard of digital compression
technology. The picture data is compressed to
about 1/40 (average) of its original size. The
DVD also uses a variable rate coding
technology that changes the data to be
allocated according to the status of the
picture. Audio information is recorded in a
multi-channel format, such as Dolby Digital,
allowing you to enjoy a more realistic audio
presence.
Furthermore, various advanced functions
such as the multi-angle, multilingual, and
Parental Control functions are provided with
the DVD.
DVD is 17 GB.
The picture data uses the MPEG 2 format, a
worldwide standard of digital compression
technology. The picture data is compressed to
about 1/40 (average) of its original size. The
DVD also uses a variable rate coding
technology that changes the data to be
allocated according to the status of the
picture. Audio information is recorded in a
multi-channel format, such as Dolby Digital,
allowing you to enjoy a more realistic audio
presence.
Furthermore, various advanced functions
such as the multi-angle, multilingual, and
Parental Control functions are provided with
the DVD.
DVD-RW (page 5)
A DVD-RW is a recordable and rewritable
disc that is the same size as a DVD VIDEO.
The DVD-RW has two different modes: VR
mode and Video mode. DVD-RWs created in
Video mode have the same format as a DVD
VIDEO, while discs created in VR (Video
Recording) mode allow the contents to be
programmed or edited.
disc that is the same size as a DVD VIDEO.
The DVD-RW has two different modes: VR
mode and Video mode. DVD-RWs created in
Video mode have the same format as a DVD
VIDEO, while discs created in VR (Video
Recording) mode allow the contents to be
programmed or edited.
DVD+RW (page 5)
A DVD+RW (plus RW) is a recordable and
rewritable disc. DVD+RWs use a recording
format that is comparable to the DVD VIDEO
format.
rewritable disc. DVD+RWs use a recording
format that is comparable to the DVD VIDEO
format.
File (page 43, 46)
A JPEG image recorded on a DATA CD/
DATA DVD (“File” is an exclusive
definition for this player.) A single file
consists of a single image or movie.
DATA DVD (“File” is an exclusive
definition for this player.) A single file
consists of a single image or movie.
Film based software, Video based
software (page 16)
software (page 16)
DVDs can be classified as Film based or
Video based software. Film based DVDs
contain the same images (24 frames per
second) that are shown at movie theatres.
Video based DVDs, such as television
dramas or sit-coms, displays images at 30
frames/60 fields (25 frames/50 fields) per
second.
Video based software. Film based DVDs
contain the same images (24 frames per
second) that are shown at movie theatres.
Video based DVDs, such as television
dramas or sit-coms, displays images at 30
frames/60 fields (25 frames/50 fields) per
second.
MPEG audio (page 18, 58)
International standard coding system used to
compress audio digital signals authorized by
ISO/IEC. MPEG 1 conforms to up to 2-
channel stereo. MPEG 2, used on DVDs,
conforms to up to 7.1-channel surround.
compress audio digital signals authorized by
ISO/IEC. MPEG 1 conforms to up to 2-
channel stereo. MPEG 2, used on DVDs,
conforms to up to 7.1-channel surround.
Normal (Interlace) format (page 16)
Normal (Interlace) format shows every other
line of an image as a single “field” and is the
standard method for displaying images on
television. The even number field shows the
even numbered lines of an image, and the odd
numbered field shows the odd numbered lines
of an image.
line of an image as a single “field” and is the
standard method for displaying images on
television. The even number field shows the
even numbered lines of an image, and the odd
numbered field shows the odd numbered lines
of an image.
Progressive format (page 16)
Compared to the Interlace format that
alternately shows every other line of an image
(field) to create one frame, the Progressive
format shows the entire image at once as a
single frame. This means that while the
Interlace format can show 25 or 30 frames
(50-60 fields) in one second, the Progressive
format can show 50-60 frames in one second.
The overall picture quality increases and still
images, text, and horizontal lines appear
sharper. This player is compatible with the
525 or 625 progressive format.
alternately shows every other line of an image
(field) to create one frame, the Progressive
format shows the entire image at once as a
single frame. This means that while the
Interlace format can show 25 or 30 frames
(50-60 fields) in one second, the Progressive
format can show 50-60 frames in one second.
The overall picture quality increases and still
images, text, and horizontal lines appear
sharper. This player is compatible with the
525 or 625 progressive format.
Progressive JPEG
Progressive JPEGs are used mostly on the
internet. They are different from other JPEGs
in that they “fade in” gradually instead of
being drawn from top to bottom when
displayed on a browser. This lets you view the
image while it is being downloaded.
internet. They are different from other JPEGs
in that they “fade in” gradually instead of
being drawn from top to bottom when
displayed on a browser. This lets you view the
image while it is being downloaded.
Title
The longest section of a picture or music
feature on a DVD, movie, etc., in video
software, or the entire album in audio
software.
feature on a DVD, movie, etc., in video
software, or the entire album in audio
software.
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Additional Information
Specifications
System
Laser: Semiconductor laser
Signal format system: PAL/NTSC (See
Signal format system: PAL/NTSC (See
page 15 to switch)
Audio characteristics
Frequency response: DVD VIDEO (PCM
96 kHz): 2 Hz to 44 kHz (±1.0 dB)/DVD
VIDEO (PCM 48 kHz): 2 Hz to 22 kHz
(±0.5 dB)/CD: 2 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.5 dB)
VIDEO (PCM 48 kHz): 2 Hz to 22 kHz
(±0.5 dB)/CD: 2 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.5 dB)
Signal-to-noise ratio (S/N ratio): 115 dB
(LINE OUT L/R (AUDIO) jacks only)
Harmonic distortion: 0.003 %
Dynamic range: DVD VIDEO: 103 dB/
Dynamic range: DVD VIDEO: 103 dB/
CD: 99 dB
Wow and flutter: Less than detected value
(±0.001% W PEAK)
Outputs
(Jack name: Jack type/Output level/Load
impedance)
LINE OUT (AUDIO): Phono jack/2 Vrms/
10 kilohms
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL): Optical
output jack/–18 dBm (wave length
660 nm)
660 nm)
DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL): Phono jack/
0.5 Vp-p/75 ohms
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, P
B
/C
B
,
P
R
/C
R
): Phono jack/Y: 1.0 Vp-p, P
B
/C
B
,
P
R
/ C
R
: 0.7 Vp-p/75 ohms
LINE OUT (VIDEO): Phono jack/1.0 Vp-p/
75 ohms
S VIDEO OUT: 4-pin mini DIN/Y:
1.0 Vp-p, C: 0.3 Vp-p (PAL), 0.286 Vp-p
(NTSC)/75 ohms
(NTSC)/75 ohms
General
Power requirements:
110 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption: 9 W
Dimensions (approx.):
Dimensions (approx.):
280
× 45.5 × 285 mm (width/height/
depth) incl. projecting parts
Mass (approx.): 1.7 kg
Operating temperature: 5
Operating temperature: 5
° C to 35 ° C
Operating humidity: 25 % to 80 %
Supplied accessories
See page 13.
Specifications and design are subject to
change without notice.
change without notice.
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