Sony DVP-FX730 - Portable Dvd Player Manual

The Sony DVP-FX730 is a portable DVD player featuring a 7-inch widescreen LCD, built-in stereo speakers, headphone jack, AV output, USB port for media playback, rechargeable battery, AC/DC power options, and compatibility with DVD, CD, and MP3 formats. It includes a remote control, car adapter, and carrying case for on-the-go entertainment. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Installation 3. First-Time Setup 4. Specifications 5. Controls and Settings 6. Connecting Devices 7. Playing Media 8. Accessibility Features 9. Care & Cleaning 10. Regulatory Information 11. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: 7-inch LCD screen, built-in stereo speakers, Remote Control, Headphone jack, AV OUT jacks, USB port, DC IN jack, Battery compartment.

Feature	Description
LCD Screen	7-inch widescreen TFT LCD display
Built-in Speakers	Stereo speakers for audio playback
Headphone Jack	3.5mm jack for private listening
AV OUT Jacks	Composite video and audio output for TV connection
USB Port	For playback of digital media files (MP3, JPEG)
DC IN Jack	For AC adapter or car adapter power input
Battery Compartment	Holds rechargeable battery pack
OPEN/CLOSE	Ejects disc tray
POWER	Turns player on/off
PLAY/PAUSE	Starts or pauses playback

Installation

Unpack and inspect contents. Ensure all accessories are present.

Insert battery: Open battery compartment, insert rechargeable battery pack.
Connect to power: Plug AC adapter into DC IN jack and wall outlet for charging/operation.
Connect to TV (optional): Use AV cable to connect AV OUT to TV's video/audio inputs.
Charge battery: Allow battery to charge fully before first use (indicator light shows charging status).

WARNING! Use only Sony-approved AC adapter and battery. Do not expose to water.

First-Time Setup

Power on player; follow on-screen prompts if any.

Set language: Press MENU, navigate to LANGUAGE setting, select preferred language.
Set TV system: In SETUP menu, select TV SYSTEM (NTSC or PAL based on region).
Adjust screen: Use DISPLAY settings for brightness, contrast, etc.
Charge battery: Ensure battery is fully charged for portable use.

CAUTION! Handle with care; avoid dropping. Keep away from magnetic fields.

Specifications

Screen Size: 7 inches widescreen LCD.
TV System: NTSC/PAL selectable.
Sound: Stereo speakers; headphone output.
Terminals: Headphone jack, AV OUT (composite video/L/R audio), USB, DC IN.
DVD player: Supports DVD-Video, CD-DA, MP3, JPEG playback.
Supported formats: DVD, CD, CD-R/RW, DVD±R/RW, MP3, JPEG.
Power Source: AC adapter (100-240V, 50/60Hz), rechargeable battery, car adapter.
Battery Life: Approx. 3-5 hours playback on full charge.

Controls and Settings

Access OSD via MENU button. Front Panel: POWER, OPEN/CLOSE, PLAY/PAUSE, STOP.

Remote: POWER, Numeric buttons, OPEN/CLOSE, MENU, NAVIGATION arrows, ENTER, VOLUME, MUTE, SUBTITLE, AUDIO.

Display: BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST, COLOR, TINT. Audio: Sound mode (NORMAL, MOVIE, MUSIC), balance, EQ settings. Setup: Language, TV System, Parental Lock (default password 0000), Screen Saver. USB: File navigation, slide show settings for JPEG.

Connecting Devices

Headphones: 3.5mm jack. TV: AV OUT to TV's AV IN. USB: Flash drive for media files.

Turn off player before connecting devices.
Match cables to ports (yellow for video, red/white for audio).
Select source via INPUT/SOURCE button (DVD, USB).

Tip: For TV connection, set TV to correct AV input channel.

Playing Media

Supports DVD-Video, audio CDs, MP3, JPEG.

Insert disc: Press OPEN/CLOSE, place disc on tray, close.
Play: Press PLAY; navigate with arrows or numeric buttons.
Stop: Press STOP; eject with OPEN/CLOSE.
Skip: PREV/NEXT for chapters/tracks.
Repeat: REPEAT button for chapter/track/all repeat.
Zoom: Press ZOOM during DVD playback.
Subtitle/Audio: Change subtitle language or audio track with remote.
USB playback: Insert USB drive, select USB source, navigate files.

WARNING! Do not move player during disc playback. Use carrying case for transport.

Accessibility Features

Subtitle: Enable/select in DVD menu. Parental Control: Set level in SETUP menu (password 0000).

Care & Cleaning

Unplug and remove battery before cleaning. Use soft, dry cloth for screen and body.

CAUTION! Do not use solvents or abrasive cleaners. Avoid direct sunlight on screen.

Regulatory Information

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
No power	Battery/AC adapter	Charge battery; ensure AC adapter is connected securely.
Disc not reading	Disc/dirty lens	Clean disc; use compatible disc format; clean lens with approved kit.
No sound from speakers	Volume/mute	Adjust volume; check mute setting; try headphones.
USB not recognized	Format/compatibility	Use FAT32 format; ensure files are supported (MP3, JPEG).
Remote not working	Batteries/obstruction	Replace batteries; point remote at sensor; remove obstacles.

Reset: Use reset button on bottom if available; or disconnect power for 1 minute.

Service: 1-800-222-7669; www.sony.com/support