To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not expose the unit
to rain or moisture.
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.
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. AVD-S50ES
Serial No.______________
CAUTION
Use of this appliance with some
systems may present a shock or fire
hazard. Do not use with any units
which have the following marking
located near output.
“WARNING! HAZARDOUS
ENERGY!···”
CAUTION
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 label is located on the side
exterior.
WARNING
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.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes
or modifications not expressly
approved in this manual could void
your authority to operate this
equipment.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the
CATV system installer’s attention to
Article 820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper
grounding and, in particular,
specifies that the cable ground shall
be connected to the grounding
system of the building, as close to
the point of cable entry as practical.
For the customers in
Canada
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED
AC PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION
CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER
OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES
CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO
PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
ENERGY STAR
registered mark.
As an
Sony Corporation has
determined that this product
meets the
guidelines for energy efficiency.
®
is a U.S.
ENERGY STAR
ENERGY STAR
®
partner,
®
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Welcome!
Precautions
Safety
• If anything falls into the cabinet,
unplug the unit and have it
checked by qualified personnel
before operating it any further.
• The unit is not disconnected from
the mains as long as it is
connected to the mains outlet,
even if the unit itself has been
turned off.
• Unplug the unit from the wall
outlet if you do not intend to use it
for an extended period of time. To
disconnect the cord, pull it out by
the plug, never by the cord.
Installing
• Do not install the appliance in a
confined space, such as a bookcase
or built-in cabinet.
• Allow adequate air circulation to
prevent internal heat buildup.
• Do not place the unit on surfaces
(rugs, blankets, etc.) or near
materials (curtains, draperies) that
may block the ventilation slots.
• Do not install the unit near heat
sources such as radiators, or air
ducts, or in a place subject to
direct sunlight, excessive dust,
mechanical vibration, or shock.
• Do not install the unit in an
inclined position. It is designed to
be operated in a horizontal
position only.
• Keep the unit and discs away from
equipment with strong magnets,
such as microwave ovens, or large
loudspeakers.
• Do not place heavy objects on the
unit.
• If the unit is brought directly from
a cold to a warm location,
moisture may condense inside the
receiver and cause damage to the
lenses. When you first install the
unit, or when you move it from a
cold to a warm location, wait for
about 30 minutes before operating
the unit.
Thank you for purchasing this Sony
Super Audio CD/DVD RECEIVER.
Before operating this system, please
read this manual thoroughly and
retain it for future reference.
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Precautions
On safety
• Caution – The use of optical instruments with
this product will increase eye hazard.
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the
cabinet, unplug the receiver and have it checked
by qualified personnel before operating it any
further.
On placement
• Place the receiver in a location with adequate
ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the
receiver.
• At high volume, over long periods of time, the
cabinet becomes hot to the touch. This is not a
malfunction. However, touching the cabinet
should be avoided. Do not place the unit in a
confined space where ventilation is poor as this
may cause overheating.
• Do not block the ventilation slots by putting
anything on the receiver. The receiver is
equipped with a high power amplifier. If the
ventilation slots on the top surface are blocked,
the unit can overheat and malfunction.
• Do not place the receiver on a soft surface such
as a rug that might block the ventilation holes
on the bottom.
• Do not place the receiver in a location near heat
sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight,
excessive dust, or mechanical shock.
On operation
• If the receiver 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 receiver. Should this occur, the
receiver may not operate properly. In this case,
remove the disc and leave the receiver turned on
for about half an hour until the moisture
evaporates.
• When you move the receiver, take out any discs.
If you don’t, the disc may be damaged.
• For power saving purposes, the receiver can be
completely turned off by the POWER button on
the main unit. Though the LED remains lit for a
while, the receiver is completely off.
On adjusting volume
Do 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 cleaning
Clean 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.
If you have any questions or problems concerning
your receiver, please consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
On cleaning discs
Do not use a commercially available CD/DVD
cleaning disc. It may cause a malfunction.
On your TV’s color
If the speakers should cause the TV screen to have
color irregularity, turn off the TV at once then
turn it on after 15 to 30 minutes. If color
irregularity should persist, place the speakers
further away from the set.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Caution: This receiver 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. Projection televisions are
especially susceptible to this.
Language Code List......................................................................................... 81
DVD Setup Menu List ...................................................................................... 82
Index ................................................................................................................ 83
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About this Manual
• The instructions in this manual describe
the controls on the remote. You can also
use the controls on the receiver if they
have the same or similar names as those on
the remote.
• The icons used in this manual are
explained below:
IconMeaningIconMeaning
z
Functions
available in
Super Audio
CD and
Audio CD
mode
Functions
available for
MP3* audio
tracks
More
convenient
features
Functions
available in
DVD video
mode
Functions
available in
VIDEO
CD mode
Functions
available in
CD mode
* MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format
defined by ISO/MPEG which compress audio data.
This receiver Can Play
the Following Discs
Format of discs
DVD VIDEO
Terms for discs
• Title
The longest sections of a picture or music
feature on a DVD, movie, etc., in video
software, or the entire album in audio
software.
• Chapter
Sections of a picture or a music piece that
are smaller than titles. A title is composed
of several chapters. Depending on the disc,
no chapters may be recorded.
• Album
Section of a music piece on a data CD
containing MP3 audio tracks.
• Track
Sections of a picture or a music piece on a
VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD, CD, or
MP3.
• Index (Super Audio CD, CD) / Video
Index (VIDEO CD)
A number that divides a track into sections
to easily locate the point you want on a
VIDEO CD or Super Audio CD.
Depending on the disc, no indexes may be
recorded.
• Scene
On a VIDEO CD with PBC functions
(page 34), the menu screens, moving
pictures and still pictures are divided into
sections called “scenes.”
Super Audio CD
VIDEO CD
Music CD
The “DVD VIDEO” logo is a trademark.
continued
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Disc
DVD
structure
VIDEO CD,
Super
Audio CD,
or CD
structure
MP3
structure
Title
Chapter
Track
Index
Album
Track
Disc
Disc
Note on PBC (Playback Control)
(VIDEO CDs)
This receiver conforms to Ver. 1.1 and Ver.
2.0 of VIDEO CD standards. You can enjoy
two kinds of playback depending on the disc
type.
Disc type
VIDEO CDs
without PBC
functions
(Ver. 1.1 discs)
VIDEO CDs
with PBC
functions
(Ver. 2.0 discs)
You can
Enjoy video playback
(moving pictures) as well
as music.
Play interactive software
using menu screens
displayed on the TV screen
(PBC Playback), in
addition to the video
playback functions of Ver.
1.1 discs. Moreover, you
can play high-resolution
still pictures, if they are
included on the disc.
Region code
Your receiver has a region code printed on
the back of the unit and will only play
DVDs labelled with the same region code.
DVDs labelled
ALL
will also play on this
receiver.
If you try to play any other DVD, the
message “Playback prohibited by area
limitations.” will appear on the TV screen.
Depending on the DVD, no region code
indication may be labelled even though
playing the DVD is prohibited by area
restrictions.
Examples of discs that the receiver
cannot play
The receiver cannot play the following
discs:
• CD-ROMs (PHOTO CDs included)
• CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those recorded
in the following formats:
– music CD format
– video CD format
– MP3 format that conforms to ISO9660*
Level 1/Level 2, or its extended format,
Joliet
• Data part of CD-Extras
• DVD-ROMs
• DVD Audio discs
* A logical format of files and folders on CD-ROMs,
defined by ISO (International Standard
Organization)
Do not load the following discs:
• A DVD with a different region code (page
8, 78).
• A disc that is neither standard nor circular
(e.g., card, heart, or star shape).
• A disc with paper or stickers on it.
• A disc that has the adhesive, cellophane
tape, or a sticker still left on it.
Note
Some CD-Rs or CD-RWs cannot be played on this
receiver depending upon the recording quality or
physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics
of the recording device.
Furthermore, the disc will not play if it has not been
correctly finalized. For more information, see the
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operating instructions for the recording device.
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Note on playback operations of
DVDs and VIDEO CDs
Notes about the Discs
Some playback operations of DVDs and
VIDEO CDs may be intentionally set by
software producers. Since this receiver 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
method claims of certain U.S. patents, 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.
This receiver incorporates with Dolby*
Digital and Dolby Pro Logic (II) adaptive
matrix surround decoder and the DTS**
Digital Surround System.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
**Manufactured under license from Digital Theater
Systems, Inc.
“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are
trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
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.
• 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.
On cleaning
• Before playing, 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.
This system can only play back a standard
circle disc. Using neither standard nor
circular discs (e.g., card, heart, or star shape)
may cause a malfunction.
Do not use a disc that has a commercially
available accessory attached, such as a label
or ring.
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Index to Parts and Controls
For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.
Front Panel
DISPLAY
PHONES
1 POWER switch (31)
2 STANDBY indicator (31)
3 (remote sensor) (17)
4 Disc tray (31)
5 MULTI CHANNEL DECODING
indicator
6 A (open/close) (31)
7 H (play) (31)
8 FUNCTION +/– (61)
FUNCTION
VOLUME
+
––+
PRESET
SOUND FIELD
2CH ST
AUTO DEC
MODE
9 VOLUME control (31, 71)
0 ./>, PRESET +/– (32)
qa SOUND FIELD AUTO DEC/2CH ST/
MODE (48, 49, 51)
qs x (stop) (30, 31)
qd X (pause) (32)
qf Front panel display (11)
qg DISPLAY (62)
qh PHONES jack (31)
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Front Panel Display
When playing back a DVD
Current play modeCurrent chapter number
DVD
Lights up when you can
change the angle
Playing status
REPEAT1
ANGLE
TITLECHAPTERHMSPCM
Current title
number
Playing time
When playing back a Super Audio CD, CD, VIDEO CD, or MP3
Current index number
Current disc
SACD
CD MP3
VIDEO CD
Lights up during
MP3 playback
Current play mode
PROGRAM
SHUFFLE
Lights up during
PBC playback
(VIDEO CD only)
REPEAT1
PBC
Playing status Current track number
(The index indicator does not appear during
Super Audio CD or MP3 playback.)
TRACKINDEXMSPCM
Playing time
Current sound
DIGITAL
PRO
Current surround
format
DTS
LOGIC
Current sound
When listening to the radio
Preset numberMonaural/Stereo effect
FM AM
Current band
TUNEDMONO ST
Current station
MHz
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Rear Panel
AM
L
FM
75Ω
R
COAXIAL
ANTENNA
S VIDEOS VIDEO
OUTOUTIN
OUT IN
ANALOGANALOG
VIDEO
TV/SAT
IN
IN
S VIDEO S VIDEO
IN
MONITOR
IN
ANALOG
YPB/CBPR/C
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
OPTICAL
OUT
R
OPT IN
MD/DAT
SCAN SELECT
OPT IN
TV/SAT
DIGITALAUX
SELECTABLE
INTERLACE
COAX IN
+
LR
–
AUX
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
IMPEDANCE USE 6–16Ω
OUT
ANALOG
SUB
LR
WOOFER
FRONTCENTER
1 AM antenna (20)
2 VIDEO (S VIDEO/ANALOG L/R IN/
OUT) jacks (22)
3 TV/SAT (S VIDEO/ANALOG L/R IN)
jacks (22)
4 AUX (S VIDEO/ANALOG L/R IN)
jacks
5 MONITOR (S VIDEO OUT) jack (22)
6 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (22)
7 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT switch
(67, 72)
8 SPEAKERS jacks (18)
9 SUB WOOFER (ANALOG OUT) jack
(18)
0 DIGITAL (AUX COAX IN) jack
qa DIGITAL (TV/SAT OPT IN) jack (23)
qs DIGITAL (MD/DAT OPT IN) jack
qd DIGITAL (OPTICAL OUT) jack
qf FM 75Ω COAXIAL antenna jack (20)
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Remote
Note
This remote control glows in the dark. However,
before glowing, the remote must be exposed to light
for awhile.
1 RM SET UP (59)
2 TV [/1 (on/standby) (59)
3 BAND (29)
4 FUNCTION (61)
5 NAME (63)
6 SAT (61)
7 PLAY MODE (36)
8 REPEAT (39)
9 Number buttons (33)
0 ./>, CH +/– (29, 32)
qa H (play) (31)
qs X (pause) (32)
qd TOP MENU/GUIDE (33)
qf C/X/x/c/ENTER (25)
qg DVD DISPLAY (14, 38)
qh TV CH +/– (60)
qj TV VOL +/– (60)
qk AV [/1 (on/standby) (60)
ql [/1 (on/standby) (31)
w; STEREO/MONO (62)
wa MEMORY (29)
ws SOUND FIELD (48)
wd DISPLAY (62)
wf TIME (43)
wg DIMMER
wh AUDIO (46)
wj ANGLE (52)
wk SUBTITLE (53)
wl ENTER (61)
e; CLEAR (37)
ea m/M (29, 40)
es x (stop) (31)
ed MUTING (32)
ef AV MENU (33)
eg VOLUME +/– (31, 71)
eh O RETURN/EXIT (34)
ej TV/VIDEO (60)
ek AMP MENU (25)
el DVD SETUP (64)
r; WIDE (60)
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Guide to the Control Menu Display
Use the Control Menu to select a function that you’d like to use. The Control Menu display
appears when the DVD DISPLAY button is pressed. For details, refer to the page in
parentheses.
Control Menu
Total number of
Current playing title number (Video CD/
Super Audio CD/CD: track number)
Current playing chapter
number (Video CD/Super
Audio CD/CD: index number)
Playing time
Icon of selected
Control Menu item
Control Menu items
titles or tracks
recorded
Disc name or
disc type
DVD
1 2 ( 2 7 )MAKING SCENE
1 8 ( 3 4
T
1: ENGLISH
2: FRENCH
3: SPANISH
Current playing
title name
)
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
Total number of chapters or indexes recorded
Playback status
(NPlayback, XPause, xStop, etc.)
DVD
Type of disc being
played back
Current setting
Options
Function name of selected
Control Menu item
Operation message
List of Control Menu Items
DISC
TITLE (DVD only) (page 41)/
SCENE (only VIDEO CD in PBC
playback)/TRACK (VIDEO CD only)
(page 41)
CHAPTER (DVD only) (page
42)/INDEX (VIDEO CD only) (page 42)
ALBUM (MP3 only) (page 35, 41)
TRACK (Super Audio CD/
CD/MP3 only) (page 35, 41)
INDEX (Super Audio CD/CD only)
(page 42)
TIME (page 42)
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SUBTITLE
Select:
ENTER
Displays the disc name or the disc type
inserted into the receiver.
Selects the title (DVD), the scene (VIDEO
CD in PBC playback), or the track
(VIDEO CD) to be played.
Selects the chapter (DVD) or the index
(VIDEO CD) to be played.
Selects the album (MP3) to be played.
Selects the track (Super Audio CD/CD/
MP3) to be played.
Displays the index and selects the index
(Super Audio CD) to be played.
Checks the elapsed time and the remaining
playback time.
Inputs the time code for picture and music
searching.
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AUDIO (DVD/VIDEO CD/
Changes the audio setting.
Super Audio CD/CD only) (page 46)
SUBTITLE (DVD only) (page
53)
ANGLE (DVD only) (page 52)
PLAYMODE (page 38)
REPEAT (page 39)
Displays the subtitles.
Changes the subtitle language.
Changes the angle.
Selects the play mode.
Plays the entire disc (all titles/all tracks),
one title/chapter/track/album, or contents
of program repeatedly.
CUSTOM PARENTAL
Sets the disc to prohibit playing.
CONTROL (page 54)
z Each time you press DVD DISPLAY, the Control Menu display changes as follows:
Control Menu display
,
m
Control Menu display off
The Control Menu items are different depending on the disc.
z The Control Menu icon indicator lights up in green t unless you set the REPEAT setting to
“OFF.”
The “ANGLE” indicator lights up in green only when the angles can be changed.
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Getting Started
Quick Overview
This chapter presents a quick overview so you can begin enjoying your new receiver right away.
For selecting a language used in the on-screen display, refer to the page 65.
For selecting the aspect ratio of the TV to be connected, refer to the page 66.
Unpacking
Check that you have the following items:
• AM loop antenna (1)
• FM wire antenna (1)
• S Video cord (1)
• Remote Commander (remote) RM-SP50 (1)
• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
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Inserting Batteries into the Remote
You can control the receiver using the supplied remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by
matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. When
using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the receiver.
Notes
• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place.
• Do not use a new battery with an old one.
• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries.
• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct light from the sun or lighting apparatus. Doing so may cause a
malfunction.
• If you do not use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from
battery leakage and corrosion.
Step 1: Speaker System Hookup
Getting Started
You can enjoy surround sound by connecting 5 speakers (front L/R speakers, center speaker,
rear L/R speakers) and active subwoofer to the receiver. If you do not connect 5 speakers and
active subwoofer to the receiver, the receiver offers the means to optimize signal depending on
the number of connected speakers. When you connect 2 speakers to the receiver, connect the
speakers to the SPEAKERS FRONT L/R jacks.
Notes
• Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate terminal: 3 to 3, # to #, L to L, and R to R jack.
• Use the high performance speakers.
• Use the same size and performance speakers for the front, center, and rear speakers.
• To obtain the best possible surround sound, specify the speaker parameters (number, distance, level, etc.) on page
25.
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Terminals for connecting the speakers
Connect theTo the
Front speakersSPEAKERS FRONT L and R terminals
Rear speakersSPEAKERS SURROUND L and R terminals
Center speakerSPEAKERS CENTER terminal
SubwooferSUBWOOFER ANALOG OUT terminal
S VIDEO S VIDEO
S VIDEO S VIDEO
YPB/CBPR/C
R
AM
FM
75Ω
COAXIAL
ANTENNA
OUTOUTIN
L
R
OUT IN
VIDEO
ANALOG ANALOG
TV/SAT
IN
IN
MONITOR
IN
IN
ANALOG
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
OPTICAL
OPT IN
OUT
MD/DAT
DIGITALAUX
SCAN SELECT
SELECTABLE
INTERLACE
OPT IN
COAX IN
TV/SAT
AUX
+–
+
LR
–
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
FRONTCENTER
IMPEDANCE USE 6–16Ω
OUT
ANALOG
SUB
LR
WOOFER
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Rear speaker (R)
+–
Front speaker (R)
Center speaker
Subwoofer
(active type)
+–
Front speaker (L)
+–
Rear speaker (L)
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Note for connecting the speaker cords to the receiver
Remove about 10 mm of insulation at the end of the cord, then twist the exposed wires.
Connect the stripped ends of the cords to the terminals, taking care to avoid mutual contact
between the cords.
Make sure the cords are firmly connected to the speaker and receiver terminals.
10mm
To avoid short-circuiting the speakers
Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage the receiver. To prevent this, be sure to follow
these precautions when connecting the speakers. Make sure the bare wire of each speaker cord
does not touch another speaker terminal or the bare wire of another speaker cord.
Examples of poor conditions of the speaker cord
Getting Started
Stripped speaker cord is touching
another speaker terminal.
Stripped cords are touching each other due to
excessive removal of insulation.
After connecting all the components, speakers, and AC power cord (mains lead), output a test
tone to check that all the speakers are connected correctly. For details on outputting a test tone,
see page 27.
If no sound is heard from a speaker while outputting a test tone, or a test tone is output from a
speaker other than the one currently displayed on the front panel display, the speaker may be
short-circuited. If this happens, check the speaker connection again.
Notes
• Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate terminal on the components: 3 to 3, and # to #. If the
cords are reversed, the sound will be distorted and will lack bass.
• If you use front speakers with low maximum input rating, adjust the volume carefully to avoid excessive output
on the speakers.
• When connecting the stripped ends of the speaker cords, make sure the ends do not touch each other or
neighbouring terminals.
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Step 2: Antenna Hookups
Connect the supplied AM/FM antennas for listening to the radio.
Terminals for connecting the antennas
Connect theTo the
AM loop antennaAM terminals
FM wire antennaFM 75Ω COAXIAL terminal
AM loop antenna
S VIDEO S VIDEO
S VIDEO S VIDEO
YPB/CBPR/C
R
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
OPTICAL
OPT IN
OUT
MD/DAT
DIGITALAUX
SCAN SELECT
SELECTABLE
INTERLACE
OPT IN
COAX IN
TV/SAT
AUX
FM wire antenna
+
LR
–
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
IMPEDANCE USE 6–16Ω
OUT
ANALOG
SUB
LR
WOOFER
FRONTCENTER
IN
ANALOG ANALOG
VIDEO
TV/SAT
IN
MONITOR
IN
IN
ANALOG
AM
FM
75Ω
COAXIAL
ANTENNA
OUTOUTIN
L
R
OUT IN
Notes
• To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away from the receiver and other components.
• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna.
• After connecting the FM wire antenna, keep it as horizontal as possible.
• When you connect the supplied AM loop antenna, connect the black cord (B) to the U terminal, and the white
cord (A) to the other terminal.
20
A
AM
B
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z If you have poor FM reception
Use a 75-ohms coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the receiver to an outdoor FM antenna as shown below.
Outdoor FM antenna
Receiver
FM
75Ω
COAXIAL
ANTENNA
Earth wire
(not supplied)
AM
To earth
Note
If you connect the receiver to an outdoor antenna, ground it to protect against lightning. To prevent a gas explosion,
do not connect the earth wire to a gas pipe.
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Step 3: TV and Video Component Hookups
Required cords
S Video cord for connecting a TV monitor
Audio cords (not supplied)
When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the
components.
White (L/audio)
Red (R/audio)
White (L/audio)
Red (R/audio)
Jacks for connecting video components
Connect aTo the
TV monitorMONITOR (S VIDEO OUT) jack
VCRVIDEO (S VIDEO/ANALOG L/R IN/OUT) jacks
Digital satellite receiverTV/SAT (S VIDEO/ANALOG L/R IN) jacks
z When using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (Y, PB/CB, PR/CR) instead of the S Video jacks
Your TV monitor must also be connected via COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (Y, PB/CB, PR/CR). If your TV
accept progressive format signals, you must use this connection and set “COMPONENT OUT” to
“PROGRESSIVE” in “SCREEN SETUP” (page 67).
Notes
• When you select VIDEO using the FUNCTION button, the signal is output from the front L/R speakers, but not
from the VIDEO (S VIDEO/ANALOG L/R OUT) jacks.
• When you use the Video line outputs, please set the unit to 2CH STEREO mode. If the unit is not in 2CH
STEREO mode, the line outputs may not function properly.
• When the mode of the receiver is not set to “DVD,” no signal is output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
jacks.
• When the mode of the receiver is set to DVD and “INTERACE” is selected in “SCREEN SETUP,” the signal is
output from the MONITOR or COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks.
• When the mode of the receiver is set to “DVD” and “PROGRESSIVE” is selected in “SCREEN SETUP,” the
signal is output only from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks.
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FM
75Ω
COAXIAL
ANTENNA
S VIDEO S VIDEO
S VIDEO S VIDEO
YPB/CBPR/C
R
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
OPTICAL
OPT IN
OUT
MD/DAT
DIGITALAUX
SCAN SELECT
OPT IN
TV/SAT
SELECTABLE
INTERLACE
COAX IN
+
LR
–
AUX
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
IMPEDANCE USE 6–16Ω
OUT
ANALOG
SUB
LR
WOOFER
FRONTCENTER
IN
ANALOG ANALOG
TV/SAT
IN
MONITOR
IN
IN
ANALOG
OUTOUTIN
AM
L
R
OUT IN
VIDEO
Getting Started
ININOUTOUTOUT
S VIDEO
AUDIO
L
R
S VIDEO
IN
IN
IN
AUDIO
IN
L
R
S VIDEO
IN
AUDIO
IN
L
R
OUTPUT
OPTICAL
INPUT
S VIDEO
IN
VCRDigital satellite receiverTV monitor
If you connect a digital satellite receiver with the OPTICAL OUT jack
The digital satellite receiver can be connected to the DIGITAL (TV/SAT OPT IN) jack instead
of the ANALOG IN L/R jacks of the receiver.
The receiver can accept both the digital and analog signals. Digital signals have priority over
analog signals. If the digital signal ceases, the analog signal will be processed after 2 seconds.
If you connect a digital satellite receiver without the OPTICAL OUT jack
Connect the digital satellite receiver to the S VIDEO IN and ANALOG IN L/R jacks only of the
receiver.
Connecting the AC Power Cord (mains lead)
Before connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) of this receiver to a wall outlet (mains),
connect the speakers to the receiver (see page 17).
Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) of your TV/video components to a wall outlet (mains).
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Speaker Setup
For the best possible surround sound, all the speakers other than the subwoofer should be the
same distance from the listening position (A).
However, this receiver allows you to place the center speaker up to 1.6 meters (5.0 feet) closer
(B) and the rear speakers up to 4.6 meters (15.0 feet) closer (C) to the listening position.
The front speakers can be placed from 1.0 to 15.0 meters (3.0 to 50.0 feet) (A) from the
listening position.
You can place the subwoofer in any position.
You can place the rear speakers either behind you or to the side, depending on the shape of your
room, etc.
When the rear speakers are placed to the side
B
AA
45°
C
20°
C
90°
When the rear speakers are placed behind you
B
AA
45°
CC
90°
20°
Note
Do not place the center and rear speakers farther away from the listening position than the front speakers.
When color irregularity occurs on the TV screen
If speakers are installed too close, color irregularity may occur on the screen.
If color irregularity occurs…
Turn off the TV set once, then turn it on after 15 to 30 minutes.
If color irregularity occurs again…
Place speakers farther away from the TV set.
If color irregularity still occurs after performing the above…
Make sure that no magnetic object is nearby speakers. Color irregularity may occur as a result
of interaction between speakers and the magnetic object.
Examples of possible sources of magnetic interference include: magnetic latches on a TV stand,
healthcare devices, toys, etc.
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Specifying the speaker parameters
To obtain the best possible surround sound, first specify the distance of the speakers from your
listening position, then set the balance and level. Use the test tone to adjust the speaker volumes
to the same level.
You may adjust the speaker parameters using SPEAKER SETUP in the setup display (page 69).
C/X/x/c/ENTER
AMP MENU
To specify the size, distance, position and height of the speakers
1 Press AMP MENU repeatedly to display 9 SP. SETUP on the front panel display.
2 Sit in your listening position and select the item to be set using X/x.
• Items set in 9 SP. SETUP
–Size of 5 speakers (front L/R, center, rear L/R)
–with or without the center and rear L/R speakers and subwoofer
–Distance of the front, rear, and center speakers
–Position and height of the rear speakers
3 Set the parameter using C/c.
The selected parameter will appear on the front panel display.
4 Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to set other parameters in 9 SP. SETUP.
If you do not operate the remote for a few seconds, the parameter disappears from the
display and is stored in the receiver.
Getting Started
xSIZE
When you do not connect center or rear speakers or subwoofer, set the parameters for F.SP.,
C.SP., R.SP., and S.W. The default settings are underlined.
• F.SP. (front speaker)
–LARGE: Normally select this.
–SMALL: Select this if the small speakers are used for the front speaker.
• C.SP. (center speaker)
LARGE: Normally select this.
–
–SMALL: Select this if the small speaker is used for the center speaker.
–NO: Select this if no center speaker is used.
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• R.SP. (rear speakers)
LARGE: Normally select this. Specify the position and height to implement the Digital
–
Cinema Surround modes in the sound field (page 49) properly.
–SMALL: Select this if the small speakers are used for the rear speaker. Specify the position
and height to implement the Digital Cinema Surround modes in the sound field (page 49)
properly.
–NO: Select this if no rear speakers are used.
• S.W. (subwoofer)
YES: Select this if the subwoofer is used.
–
–NO: Select this if no subwoofer is used.
xDISTANCE
You can vary the distance of each speaker as follows. The default settings are underlined.
5 m (17 ft) (front speakers distance)
• F. D.
Front speaker distance can be set in 0.2 meters (1.0 foot) steps from 1.0 to 15.0 meters (3.0 to
50.0 feet).
5 m (17 ft) (center speaker distance)
• C. D.
Center speaker distance can be set in 0.2 meters (1.0 foot) steps from a distance equal to the
front speaker distance to a distance 1.6 meters (5.0 feet) closer to your listening position.
3.4 m (12 ft) (rear speakers distance)
• R. D.
Rear speaker distance can be set in 0.2 meters (1.0 foot) steps from a distance equal to the
front speaker distance to a distance 4.6 meters (15.0 feet) closer to your listening position.
Note
If each of the front or rear speakers are not placed an equal distance from your listening position, set the distance
of the closest speaker.
Specifying the rear speaker position and height
If you select anything other than “NO” in “R.SP.,” specify the position and height of the rear
speakers. The default settings are underlined.
Position diagram
• R. P. BEHIND
Select this if the rear speakers are located in the section B.
• R. P. SIDE
Select this if the rear speakers are located in the section A.
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AA
45
BB
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Height diagram
CC
60
DD
30
• R. H. LOW
Select this if the rear speakers are located in section D.
• R. H. HIGH
Select this if the rear speakers are located in section C.
These parameters are not available when “R.SP.” is set to “NO”.
To specify the balance and level of the speakers
1 Press AMP MENU repeatedly to display 9 LEVEL on the front panel display.
2 Use X/x to select T.TONE and use C/c to set T.TONE to ON.
You will hear the test tone from each speaker in sequence.
3 Sit in your listening position and select the item to be adjusted using X/x.
• Items adjusted in 9 LEVEL
–Balance of the front and rear speakers
–Volume level of the center and rear speakers and subwoofer
4 Adjust the volume level so that the volume of the test tone from each speaker sounds the
same using C/c.
The adjusted value will appear on the front panel display.
5 Repeat Steps 3 and 4 to adjust other parameters in 9 LEVEL.
If you do not operate the remote for a few seconds, the value disappears from the display
and is stored in the receiver.
6 Use X/x to select T.TONE and use C/c to set T.TONE to OFF.
Getting Started
xBALANCE
You can vary the balance of each speaker as follows. The default settings are underlined.
• F. ___I___
Adjust the balance between the front left and right speakers (You can adjust from center,
6 steps left or right).
• R. ___I___
Adjust the balance between the rear left and right speakers (You can adjust from center,
6 steps left or right).
center (front speakers)
center (rear speakers)
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xLEVEL
You can vary the level of each speaker as follows. The default settings are underlined.
• C. LEVEL (0 dB) (center speaker level)
Adjust the level of the center speaker (You can adjust from –10 dB to +10 dB in 1 dB steps.).
• R. LEVEL (0 dB) (rear speakers level)
Adjust the level of the rear speakers (You can adjust from –10 dB to +10 dB in 1 dB steps.).
• S.W. LEV (
0 dB) (subwoofer level)
Adjust the level of the subwoofer (You can adjust from –10 dB to +10 dB in 1 dB steps.).
Notes
• When you select an item, the sound cuts off for a moment.
• Depending on the settings of other speakers, the subwoofer may output excessive sound.
To adjust the volume of all the speakers at one time
Use the VOLUME control.
Other AMP MENU settings
You can control the brightness of the front panel display, clear the preset stations and the station
names, and set the speaker parameters back to the default setting. Press AMP MENU repeatedly
to display 9 CUSTOMIZE. Use X/x to select the following items.
xDIMMER
You can change the brightness of the front panel display by two steps.
xMEMO. CLR.
• N (No): Skip back to previous menu.
• Y (Yes): If you select Y by pressing ENTER, “Really? N” and “Really? Y” appears.
If you select “Really? Y,” by pressing ENTER, “ALL CLEAR!” is displayed and all settings
such as preset stations and station names will be cleared, and speaker parameters will be reset
to their default settings.
This receiver incorporates with Dolby Pro Logic II which has movie mode and music mode,
and the receiver can reproduce the 2 channel sound in 5.1 channel through Dolby Pro Logic II.
When the Sound Field is set to “AUTO DECODING*” or “NORMAL SURROUND,” you can
select the type of decoding for 2 channel source. Press AMP MENU repeatedly to display
92CH MODE. Use X/x to select the following items.
* The selected decoding mode is applied only when the Dolby Digital [Lt/Rt] signal is input.
x2CH MODE
• PLII MOVIE (Pro Logic II Movie): Performs the Pro Logic II movie mode decoding. This
setting is ideal for the movies encoded in Dolby Surround. Besides, this mode can reproduce
the sound in 5.1 channel when watching the videos of old movies or in the dubbed language.
• PLII MUSIC (Pro Logic II Music): Performs the Pro Logic II music mode decoding. This
setting is ideal for the normal stereo sources, such as CDs.
• PRO LOGIC: Performs the Pro Logic decoding. The source recorded in 2 channel is decoded
into 4 channels.
Note
Dolby Pro Logic II does not function for DTS or MPEG format signals or Super Audio CD.
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Presetting Radio Stations
You can preset 20 stations for FM and 10 stations for AM.
Before tuning, make sure to turn down the volume to minimum.
BAND
CH +/–
ENTER
[/1
MEMORY
m/M
1 Press BAND repeatedly until the band you want appears on the front panel
display.
Every time you press BAND, the band changes to AM or FM alternately.
2 Press and hold m or M until the frequency indication starts to change,
then release.
Scanning stops when the receiver tunes in a station. “TUNED” and “ST” (for stereo
program) appear on the front panel display.
FM AM
TUNEDST
MHz
AUTO
Getting Started
3 Press MEMORY.
A preset number appears on the front panel display.
TUNEDST
FM
4 Press CH + or – to select the preset number you want.
TUNEDST
FM
MHz
MHz
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5 Press ENTER.
The station is stored.
v
FM
6 Repeat 1 to 5 to store other stations.
To tune in a station with a weak signal
Press m or M repeatedly in 2 to tune in the station manually.
To change the preset number
Start over from 1.
To change the AM tuning interval
The AM tuning interval is factory set to 9 kHz (10 kHz in some areas).
To change the AM tuning interval, tune in any AM station first, then turn off the receiver by
pressing [/1 on the remote. While holding down x (on the receiver), turn on the power using
the remote. When you change the interval, AM preset stations will be erased.
To reset the interval, repeat the same procedure.
TUNEDST
MHz
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Playing Discs
Playing Discs
Depending on the DVD or VIDEO CD,
some operations may be different or
restricted.
Refer to the operating instructions supplied
with your disc.
POWER
STANDBY indicator
Connect
headphones
AHx
+
––+
PRESET
Adjust the volume
[/1
4 Press A on the receiver, and
place a disc on the disc tray.
The receiver automatically turns on
and the STANDBY indicator turns off.
Playing Discs
With the playback side facing down
5 Press H.
The disc tray closes, and the receiver
starts playback (continuous play).
Adjust the volume on the receiver.
After following Step 5
Depending on the disc, a menu may appear
on the TV screen. You can play the disc
interactively by following the instructions
on the menu. DVD (page 33), VIDEO CD
(page 34).
H
x
1 Turn on your TV.
2 Switch the input selector on the TV
to this receiver.
3 Press POWER on the receiver.
The receiver enters standby mode and
the STANDBY indicator lights up in
red.
To turn on the receiver
Press POWER on the receiver. The receiver
enters standby mode and the STANDBY
indicator lights up in red. Press [/1 on the
remote. The receiver turns on and the
STANDBY indicator turns off. In standby
mode, the receiver also turns on by pressing
A on the receiver or by pressing H.
To turn off the receiver
Press [/1 on the remote. The receiver enters
standby mode and the STANDBY indicator
lights up in red. To turn off the receiver
completely, press POWER on the receiver.
While playing a disc, do not turn off the
receiver by pressing POWER. Doing so may
cancel the menu settings. When you turn off
the receiver, first press x to stop playback
and then press [/1 on the remote.
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Saving the power in standby mode
Press [/1 on the remote once.
z
While the receiver is in standby mode, the
STANDBY indicator on the receiver lights up.
To cancel standby mode
Press [/1 on the remote once.
Additional operations
Resuming Playback from
the Point Where You
Stopped the Disc
(Resume Play)
When you stop the disc, the receiver
remembers the point where you pressed x
and “RESUME” appears on the front panel
display . As long as you do not remove the
disc, Resume Play will work even if the
receiver enters standby mode by pressing
[/1.
./>
H
X
ToOperation
StopPress x.
PausePress X.
Resume play afterPress X or H.
pause
Go to the next chapter,Press >.
track, or scene in
continuous play mode
Go back to thePress ..
preceding chapter, track,
or scene in continuous
play mode
Stop play and removePress A on the
the discreceiver.
Mute the soundPress MUTING. To
cancel muting, press it
again or turn up the
volume.
x
MUTING
Hx
1 While playing a disc, press x to
stop playback.
“RESUME” appears on the front panel
display, so you can restart the disc
from the point where you stopped the
disc.
If “RESUME” does not appear,
Resume Play is not available.
2 Press H.
The receiver starts playback from the
point where you stopped the disc in
Step 1.
Note
Do not push the disc tray when closing it. Press A on
the receiver to close the disc tray.
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z To play from the beginning of the disc, press x
twice, then press H.
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Notes
• Depending on where you stopped the disc, the
receiver may not resume playback from exactly the
same point.
• The point where you stopped playing is cleared
when:
– you turn the power off by pressing POWER on
the receiver.
– you change the play mode.
– you change the setting on the Setup Menu.
Using the DVD’s Menu
A DVD is divided into long sections of a
picture or a music feature called “titles.”
When you play a DVD which contains
several titles, you can select the title you
want using TOP MENU/GUIDE.
When you play DVDs that allow you to
select items such as the language for the
subtitles and the language for the sound,
select these items using AV MENU.
Number
buttons
Playing Discs
TOP MENU/
GUIDE
ENTER
C/X/x/c
AV MENU
1 Press TOP MENU/GUIDE or AV
MENU.
The disc’s menu appears on the TV
screen.
The contents of the menu vary from
disc to disc.
2 Press C/X/x/c or the number
buttons to select the item you
want to play or change.
3 Press ENTER.
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Playing VIDEO CDs with
PBC Functions (PBC Playback)
With PBC (Playback Control) functions,
you can enjoy simple interactive operations,
search functions, and other such operations.
PBC playback allows you to play VIDEO
CDs interactively by following the menu on
the TV screen.
Number
buttons
./>
H
ENTER
X/x
x
O RETURN/
EXIT
To go back to the menu
Press O RETURN/EXIT.
z To play without using PBC, press ./> or
the number buttons while the receiver is stopped to
select a track, then press H or ENTER.
“Play without PBC” appears on the TV screen and
the receiver starts continuous play. You cannot play
still pictures such as a menu. To return to PBC
playback, press x twice, then press H.
Note
Depending on the VIDEO CD, “Press ENTER” in
Step 3 may appear as “Press SELECT” in the
instructions supplied with the disc. In this case, press
H.
1 Start playing a VIDEO CD with PBC
functions.
The menu for your selection appears.
2 Select the item number you want
by pressing X/x or the number
buttons.
3 Press ENTER.
4 Follow the instructions in the
menu for interactive operations.
Refer to the instructions supplied with
the disc, as the operating procedure
may differ according to the VIDEO
CD.
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Playing an MP3 Audio
Track
2 Press X/x to select (ALBUM)
then press ENTER or c.
The list of albums contained in the disc
appears.
You can play back data CDs (CD-ROMs/
CD-Rs/CD-RWs) recorded in MP3 (MPEG1
Audio Layer 3) format.
1 Load a data disc recorded in MP3
into the receiver.
2 Press H.
The receiver starts to play the first
MP3 audio track in the first album on
the disc.
Note
The player can play MP3 audio tracks recorded in the
following sampling frequencies: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz,
48 kHz.
Selecting an album and track
MP3
ROCK BEST HIT
KARAOKE
JAZZ
R&B
MY FAVORITE SONGS
CLASSICAL
SALSA OF CUBA
BOSSANOVA
3 Select an album you want to play using
X/x and press ENTER.
4 Select (TRACK) using X/x
and press ENTER.
The list of tracks contained in the
current album appears.
MP3
ROCK BEST HIT
HIGHWAY1.
2.
VIEW POINT
3.
MY CHILDREN
4.
DANCING
5.
GOOD TASTE
6.
DESTINATION
MARATHON
7.
8.
PLACE-KICK
9.
TAKE IT EASY
PORT TOWER
10.
When the list of all tracks or albums
cannot be displayed on the window, the
jump bar appears. Press c to select the
jump bar icon, and then scroll the jump
bar to display the rest of the list using X/
x.
MP3
Playing Discs
MP3
ENTER
X/x/C/c
DVD
DISPLAY
1 Press DVD DISPLAY.
The Control Menu and disc name of
MP3 data disc appear.
ORETURN/
EXIT
5 Select a track using X/x and press
ENTER.
The Selected track starts playing.
To return to the previous display
Press ORETURN/EXIT or C.
To turn off the display
Press DVD DISPLAY.
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Notes
• Only the letters in the alphabet and numbers can be
used for album or track names. Anything else is
displayed as “ ”.
• If the MP3 file you play back has an ID3 tag, the
ID3 tag information is displayed as a track name.
Creating Your Own
Program (Program Play)
About MP3 audio tracks
You can play MP3 audio tracks on CDROMs, CD-Rs, or CD-RWs. However, the
discs must be recorded according to
ISO9660 level 1, level 2, or Joliet format for
the player to recognize the tracks. You can
also play discs recorded in Multi Session.
See the instructions of the CD-R/RW device
or recording software (not supplied) for
details on the recording format.
To play a Multi Session CD
This player can play Multi Session CDs
when an MP3 audio track is located in the
first session. Any subsequent MP3 audio
tracks, recorded in the later sessions, can
also be played back.
When audio tracks and images in music CD
format or video CD format are recorded in
the first session, only the first session will be
played back.
Notes
• If you put the extension “.MP3” to data not in MP3
format, the player cannot recognize the data
properly and will generate a loud noise which could
damage your speaker system.
• The player cannot play audio tracks in MP3PRO
format.
You can play the contents of a disc in the
order you want by arranging the order of the
tracks on the disc to create your own
program. You can program up to 25 tracks.
PLAY MODE
Number
buttons
H
ENTER
X/x/c
REPEAT
CLEAR
1 In stop mode, press PLAY MODE
repeatedly until “PROGRAM”
appears on the front panel
display.
The program menu appears on the TV
screen.
ProgramTotal Time 0:12:34
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
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2 Press c.
The cursor moves to the track (in this
case, “1”). Before programming the
MP3 tracks, it is required to select the
album.
Program
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Track
10
TRACK1
1
2
TRACK2
TRACK3
3
TRACK4
4
TRACK5
5
TRACK6
6
7
TRACK7
8
TRACK8
9
TRACK9
TRACK10
Total Time 0:12:34
5 To program other tracks, repeat
Steps 2 to 4.
The programmed tracks are displayed
in the selected order.
6 Press H to start Program Play.
Program Play begins.
When the program ends, you can
restart the same program again by
pressing H.
Playing Discs
When the list of all tracks or albums
cannot be displayed on the window,
the jump bar appears. Press c to select
the jump bar icon, and then scroll the
jump bar to display the rest of the list
using X/x.
3 Select the track you want to
program.
For example, select track “7.”
ProgramTotal Time 0:12:34
1
Track
2
TRACK1
1
3
2
TRACK2
4
TRACK3
3
5
TRACK4
4
6
TRACK5
5
7
TRACK6
6
8
7
TRACK7
9
8
TRACK8
10
9
TRACK9
TRACK10
10
4 Press X/x or the number buttons
to select “7” then press ENTER.
Total time of the programmed tracks
ProgramTotal Time 0:12:34
1 TRACK7
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
To return to normal play
Press CLEAR during playback.
To turn off the program menu
In stop mode, press PLAY MODE to turn
off the program menu.
To cancel the programmed order
Press CLEAR in Step 2, and the last
program is canceled one by one.
z
You can do Repeat Play of the programmed
tracks. Press REPEAT, or set “REPEAT” to “ALL” in
the Control Menu display during Program Play.
Notes
• This Programme Play function is not available for
DVDs.
• When you program MP3 tracks, “-:--:--” is
displayed as the total time of the programmed
tracks.
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Playing in random order
(Shuffle Play)
You can have the receiver “shuffle” tracks
and play them in random order. Subsequent
“shuffling” may produce a different playing
order.
PLAY MODE
CLEAR
Setting the shuffle mode on the
Control Menu
You can select the normal shuffle and album
shuffle (MP3 only).
ENTER
X/x/c
DVD
DISPLAY
H
1 In stop mode, press PLAY MODE
repeatedly until “SHUFFLE”
appears on the front panel
display.
When you play an MP3 disc, you can
play all tracks in Albums in a random
order.
2 Press H.
To return to normal play
In stop mode, press PLAY MODE three
times to cancel SHUFFLE or twice to cancel
SHUFFLE (ALBUM). Or during playback,
press CLEAR to return to normal play.
Note
Shuffle Play is cancelled when:
– you eject the disc.
– you turn the power off.
– you change the function.
1 Press DVD DISPLAY.
The Control Menu appears.
2 Press X/x to select (PLAY
MODE), then press ENTER or c.
MP3
(
)
1 5
CONTINUE
CONTINUE(ALBUM)
SHUFFLE
SHUFFLE(ALBUM)
PROGRAM
3 Select SHUFFLE or SHUFFLE (ALBUM)
using X/x and press ENTER.
4 Press H.
The selected shuffle play begins.
MP3
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Playing repeatedly (Repeat
3 Select the Repeat Play setting.
Play)
You can play all the titles/tracks or a single
title/chapter/track on a disc.
In Shuffle or Program Play mode, the
receiver repeats tracks in the shuffled or
programmed order.
You cannot perform Repeat Play during
PBC playback of VIDEO CDs (page 34).
REPEAT
CLEAR
H
ENTER
X/x
DVD DISPLAY
DVD
1 2 ( 2 7 ) MAKING SCENE
)
1 8 ( 3 4
T
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
OFF
ALL
TITLE
CHAPTER
DVD
When playing a DVD
•
OFF: does not play repeatedly.
• ALL: repeats all the titles.
• TITLE: repeats the current title on a disc.
• CHAPTER: repeats the current chapter.
When playing a VIDEO CD/Super
Audio CD/CD/MP3 and when Program
Play is set to OFF
OFF: does not play repeatedly.
•
• ALL: repeats all the tracks on the disc, or
repeats the current album (MP3 only).
• TRACK: repeats the current track.
When Program Play is set to ON
OFF: does not play repeatedly.
•
• ALL: repeats Program Play.
Playing Discs
1 Press DVD DISPLAY.
The Control Menu appears.
2 Press X/x to select
(REPEAT), then press ENTER.
If you do not select “OFF,” the
indicator of the “REPEAT” lights in
green.
To cancel Repeat Play
Press CLEAR.
You can set Repeat Play during stop
z
mode
After selecting the “REPEAT” item, press H.
The receiver starts Repeat Play.
z Y ou can quic kl y display the “REPEA T”
status
Press REPEAT on the remote.
Note
Repeat play does not work when a DVD disc does
not contain any chapters.
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Searching for a Scene
Searching for a Particular
Point on a Disc (Scan, Slow-
motion Play)
You can locate a particular point on a disc
quickly by monitoring the picture or playing
back slowly.
m/M
H
Notes
• Depending on the DVD/VIDEO CD, you may not
be able to do some of the operations described.
• This function does not work when you play an
MP3 disc.
Watching frame by frame (Slowmotion play)
You can use this function only for DVDs or
VIDEO CDs. Press m or M when the
receiver is in the pause mode. To return to
normal speed, press H.
Each time you press m or M during
Slow-motion play, the playback speed
changes. Two speeds are available. With
each press, the indication changes as
follows:
Playback direction
SLOW 2M t SLOW 1M
Opposite direction (DVD only)
SLOW 2m t SLOW 1m
tt
The SLOW 2M/SLOW 2m playback
speed is slower than SLOW 1M/
SLOW 1m.
Locating a point quickly by playing
a disc in fast forward or fast
reverse (Scan)
Press m or M while playing a disc.
When you find the point you want, press
H to return to normal speed.
Each time you press m or M during
scan, the playback speed changes. Two
speeds are available. With each press, the
indication changes as follows:
Playback direction
FF1M t FF2M
t
Opposite direction
FR1mt FR2m
t
The FF2M/FR2m playback speed is
faster than FF1M/FR1m.
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Searching for a Title/
Chapter/Track/Index/
Album
You can search a title (DVD), chapter
(DVD), track (CD, VIDEO CD, Super
Audio CD, MP3), index (VIDEO CD, Super
Audio CD), and album (MP3). As titles,
tracks and albums are assigned unique
names on the disc, you can select the desired
one from the Control Menu. Also chapters
and indexes are assigned unique numbers on
the disc, so you select the desired one by
entering its number. Or you can search a
particular point using the time code. (TIME
SEARCH)
xWhen playing a DVD
(TITLE)
xWhen playing a VIDEO CD
(TRACK)
xWhen playing a Super Audio
CD
(TRACK)
xWhen playing a CD
(TRACK)
xWhen playing an MP3
(ALBUM) or
(TRACK)
Example: when you select
(TRACK)
The list of tracks contained in the disc
appears.
Searching for a Scene
Number
buttons
ENTER
X/x
DVD DISPLAY
CLEAR
Searching for a title/track/album
1 Press DVD DISPLAY.
The Control Menu appears.
2 Press X/x to select the search method,
then press ENTER.
HIGHWAY1.
2.
VIEW POINT
3.
MY CHILDREN
4.
DANCING
5.
GOOD TASTE
6.
DESTINATION
MARATHON
7.
8.
PLACE-KICK
9.
TAKE IT EASY
PORT TOWER
10.
CD
When the list of all tracks or albums
cannot be displayed on the window,
the jump bar appears. Press c to select
the jump bar icon, and then scroll the
jump bar to display the rest of the list
using X/x.
2.
VIEW POINT
3.
MY CHILDREN
4.
DANCING
5.
GOOD TASTE
6.
DESTINATION
7.
MARATHON
8.
PLACE-KICK
9.
TAKE IT EASY
PORT TOWER
10.
11.STANDARD
CD
3 Press X/x to select the desired track,
then press ENTER.
The receiver starts playback from the
selected track.
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Searching for a chapter/index
1 Press DVD DISPLAY.
The Control Menu appears.
2 Press X/x to select the search method.
xWhen playing a DVD
(CHAPTER)
xWhen playing a VIDEO CD
(INDEX)
4 Press X/x or the number buttons to
select the chapter or index number you
want to search.
If you make a mistake
Cancel the number by pressing
CLEAR, then select another number.
5 Press ENTER.
The receiver starts playback from the
selected number.
xWhen playing a Super Audio
CD
(INDEX)
Example: when you select
(CHAPTER)
“** (**)” is selected (** refers to a
number).
The number in parentheses indicates
the total number of titles, chapters,
tracks, or indexes.
DVD
1 2 ( 2 7 ) MAKING SCENE
)
1 8 ( 3 4
T
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
3 Press ENTER.
“** (**)” changes to “— (**)”.
DVD
1 2 ( 2 7 ) MAKING SCENE
)
– – ( 3 4
T
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
DVD
DVD
To turn off the Control Menu
Press DVD DISPLAY repeatedly until the
Control Menu is turned off.
To search for a particular point
using the time code (TIME SEARCH)
1 In Step 2, select (TIME).
“T **:**:**” (playing time of the
current title or track) is selected.
2 Press ENTER.
“T **:**:**” changes to “T --:--:--.”
3 Input the time code using the number
buttons, then press ENTER.
For example, to find the desired point at
2 hours, 10 minutes, and 20 seconds
after the beginning, just enter “2:10:20.”
Notes
• The title, chapter or track number displayed on the
TV screen is the recorded data on the disc.
• You cannot search a scene of a VIDEO CD.
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Viewing Information About the Disc
Viewing the Playing Time
and Remaining Time on
When playing a DVD
Playing time and number of the current title
TITLE TRACK CHAPTER INDEXTUNEDHMONOMST S
the Front Panel Display
You can check information about the disc,
such as the remaining time, total number of
titles of a DVD, or tracks of a Super Audio
CD, CD, VIDEO CD, or MP3 using the
front panel display (page 11).
TIME
Press TIME.
Each time you press TIME while playing the
disc, the display changes as shown in the
following charts.
Remaining time of the
current title
TITLE TRACK CHAPTER INDEXTUNEDHMONOMST S
Playing time and number
of the current chapter
TITLE TRACK CHAPTER INDEXTUNEDHMONOMST S
Remaining time of the
current chapter
TITLE TRACK CHAPTER INDEXTUNEDHMONOMST S
Title name
TITLE TRACK CHAPTER INDEXTUNEDHMONOMSTS
When playing a VIDEO CD (without
PBC functions), Super Audio CD or
CD
Playing time and current track number
TITLE TRACK CHAPTER INDEXTUNEDHMONOMST S
Remaining time of the
current track
TITLE TRACK CHAPTER INDEXTUNEDHMONOMST S
Viewing Information About the Disc
Playing time of the disc
TITLE TRACK CHAPTER INDEXTUNEDHMONOMST S
Remaining time of the
disc
TITLE TRACK CHAPTER INDEXTUNEDHMONOMST S
Track name
TITLE TRACK CHAPTER INDEXTUNEDHMONOMSTS
continued
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When playing an MP3
Playing time and current track number
TITLE TRACK CHAPTERTUNEDHMONOMST S
Checking the Playing
Time and Remaining Time
Remaining time of the
current track
TITLE TRACK CHAPTERTUNEDHMONOMST S
Track (file) name
TITLE TRACK CHAPTER INDEXTUNEDHMONOMST S
Album (folder) name
TITLE TRACK CHAPTER INDEXTUNEDHMONOMSTS
Notes
• ID3 tag applies only to version 1.
• If the MP3 file you play back has an ID3 tag, the
ID3 tag information is displayed as a track (file)
name.
• The ID3 tag character codes comply with ASCII
and ISO standards. Joliet format discs can only be
displayed in ASCII. Incompatible characters will be
displayed as “ ”.
• In the following cases, elapsed playing time and
time of the track remaining may not be displayed
accurately.
– when an MP3 file of VBR (variable bit rate) is
played.
– during fast-forward/reverse.
z When playing VIDEO CDs with PBC functions,
tthe playing time are displayed.
z The playing time and remaining time of the
current chapter, title, track, scene, or disc will also
appear on your TV screen. See the following section
“Checking the Playing Time and Remaining Time”
for instructions on how to read this information.
Notes
• While playing Super Audio CD, the index indicator
does not appear on the front panel display.
• Depending on the type of disc being played and the
playing mode, the disc information may not be
displayed.
You can check the playing time and
remaining time of the current title, chapter,
or track, and the total playing time or
remaining time of the disc. You can also
check the DVD/CD/Super Audio CD text
and MP3 folder name/file name/ID3 tag
(only song title) recorded on the disc.
TIME
DVD
DISPLAY
1 Press DVD DISPLAY during
playback.
The Control Menu appears.
DVD
1 2 ( 2 7 ) MAKING SCENE
)
1 8 ( 3 4
T
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
Time information
DVD
Disc type
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2 Press TIME repeatedly to change
the time information.
The display and the kinds of time that
you can change depend on the disc you
are playing.
xWhen playing a DVD
•T **:**:
Playing time of the current title
•T–**:**:
Remaining time of the current title
•C **:**:
Playing time of the current chapter
•C–**:**:
Remaining time of the current
chapter
xWhen playing a VIDEO CD
(with PBC functions)
•**:
Playing time of the current scene
xWhen playing a VIDEO CD
(without PBC functions), Super
Audio CD or CD
•T **:
Playing time of the current track
•T–**:
Remaining time of the current
track
•D **:
Playing time of the current disc
•D–**:
Remaining time of the current disc
**
**
**
**
**
**
**
**
**
To turn off the Control Menu
Press DVD DISPLAY repeatedly until the
Control Menu is turned off.
Notes
• Only letters of the alphabet can be displayed.
• Depending on the type of disc being played, the
receiver can only display a limited number of
characters. Also, depending on the disc, all text
characters are not displayed.
Viewing Information About the Disc
xWhen playing an MP3
•T **:
**
Playing time of the current track
•T–**:
**
Remaining time of the current
track
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Sound Adjustments
Changing the Sound
If a DVD is recorded with multilingual
tracks, you can select the language you want
while playing the DVD.
If the DVD is recorded in multiple audio
formats (PCM, Dolby Digital, MPEG audio,
or DTS), you can select the audio format
you want while playing the DVD.
With stereo CDs or VIDEO CDs, you can
select the sound from the right or left channel
and listen to the sound of the selected channel
through both the right and left speakers. (In
this case, the sound loses its stereo effect.)
For example, when playing a disc containing
a song with the vocals on the right channel
and the instruments on the left channel, you
can select the left channel and hear only the
instruments from both speakers.
AUDIO
ENTER
X/x
DVD DISPLAY
1 Press DVD DISPLAY during
playback.
The Control Menu is displayed.
3 Press X/x to select the desired
audio signal.
xWhen playing a DVD
Depending on the DVD, the choice of
language varies.
When 4 digits are displayed, they
represent the language code. Refer to
the language code list on page 81 to
see which language the code
represents. When the same language is
displayed two or more times, the DVD
is recorded in multiple audio formats.
xWhen playing a VIDEO CD, or CD
The default setting is underlined.
•
STEREO: The standard stereo sound
• 1/L: The sound of the left channel
(monaural)
• 2/R: The sound of the right
channel (monaural)
xWhen playing a Super Audio CD
In stop mode, depending on the Super
Audio CD, the choice of settings varies.
• MULTI: The disc has multichannel playback area
• 2CH: The disc has the 2 channel
playback area.
• CD: When you want to play the
disc as a conventional CD.
Note
Not all discs give you the three choices above
when in Super Audio CD playback. It all
depends on the layer configuration of the
Super Audio CD to be played.
4 Press ENTER.
2 Press X/x to select
(AUDIO), then press ENTER.
The options for AUDIO appear.
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DVD
1 2 ( 2 7 ) MAKING SCENE
)
1 8 ( 3 4
T
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
1: ENGLISH
2: FRENCH
3: SPANISH
To turn off the Control Menu
Press DVD DISPLAY repeatedly until the
Control Menu is turned off.
You can select AUDIO directly by pressing AUDIO.
DVD
z
Each time you press the button, the item changes.
Notes
• For discs not in multiple audio format, you cannot
change the sound.
• During DVD playback, the sound may change
automatically.
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Displaying the audio information of
the disc
When you select “AUDIO,” the channels
being played are displayed on the screen.
For example, in Dolby Digital format,
multiple signals ranging from monaural to
5.1 channel signals can be recorded on a
DVD. Depending on the DVD, the number
of recorded channels may differ.
Current audio format*
DVD
1 2 ( 2 7 ) MAKING SCENE
)
1 8 ( 3 4
T
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
1: ENGLISH
PROGRAM FORMAT
DOLBY DIGITAL 3/2.1
*“PCM,” “MPEG,” “DTS,” or “DOLBY
DIGITAL” is displayed.
For “DOLBY DIGITAL,” the channels in
the playing track are displayed numerically
as follows:
For Dolby Digital 5.1 ch:
DVD
The display examples are as follows:
• PCM (stereo)
PROGRAM FORMAT
PCM 48kHz 24bit
• Dolby Surround
PROGRAM FORMAT
DOLBY DIGITAL 2/0
DOLBY SURROUND
• Dolby Digital 5.1ch
PROGRAM FORMAT
DOLBY DIGITAL 3/2.1
• DTS
PROGRAM FORMAT
DTS 3/2.1
Notes
• When the signal contains rear signal components
such as LS, RS, or S, the surround effect is
enhanced.
• If you play MPEG AUDIO sound tracks, the
receiver outputs PCM (stereo) signals.
Sound Adjustments
Rear component 2
DOLBY DIGITAL
Front component 2 +
Center component 1
3 / 2 . 1
LFE (Low Frequency
Effect) component 1
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Automatically decoding
the input audio signal (Auto
Decoding)
The auto decoding function automatically
detects the type of audio signal being input
(Dolby Digital, DTS, or standard 2 channel
stereo) and performs the proper decoding if
necessary. This mode presents the sound as
it was recorded/encoded, without adding any
effects (e.g. reverberation).
However, if there are no low frequency
signals (Dolby Digital LFE, etc.), it will
generate a low frequency signal for output to
the subwoofer.
SOUND
FIELD
Enjoying Surround Sound
You can take advantage of surround sound
simply by selecting one of the receiver’s
pre-programmed sound fields. They bring
the exciting and powerful sound of movie
theaters and concert halls into your home.
To select the sound field, press AUTO DEC,
2CH ST, or MODE on the receiver or
SOUND FIELD on the remote repeatedly
until the sound field you want appears on
the front panel display.
Sound fieldDisplay
Auto DecodingAUTO DECO.
Normal surroundN.SURROUND
Cinema Studio EX AC.S.EX A*
Cinema Studio EX BC.S.EX B*
Cinema Studio EX CC.S.EX C*
HallHALL
Jazz ClubJAZZ CLUB
Live ConcertL.CONCERT
GameGAME
2ch Stereo2CH STEREO
Press AUTO DEC on the receiver or
SOUND FIELD on the remote repeatedly
until “AUTO DECO.(AUTO DECODING)”
appears on the front panel display.
The auto format decode function is
activated.
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* Use DCS Technology
About DCS (Digital Cinema Sound)
In the collaboration with Sony Pictures
Entertainment, Sony measured the sound
environment of their studios and integrated
the data of the measurement and Sony’s own
DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology
to develop “Digital Cinema Sound”.
“Digital Cinema Sound” simulates in a
home theater an ideal movie theater sound
environment based on the preference of
movie director.
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SOUND
FIELD
Enjoying movies with Cinema Studio
EX
Cinema Studio EX is ideal for enjoying the
movie software encoded with multi channel
format, such as the Dolby Digital DVD.
This mode reproduces the sound
characteristics of Sony Pictures
Entertainment’s studios.
Press MODE on the receiver or SOUND
FIELD on the remote repeatedly until
“C.S.EX A (or B, C)” appears on the front
panel display.
C.S.EX A (Cinema Studio EX A)
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the
Sony Pictures Entertainment “Cary Grant
Theater” cinema production studio. This is a
standard mode, great for watching most any
type of movie.
C.S.EX B (Cinema Studio EX B)
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the
Sony Pictures Entertainment “Kim Novak
Theater” cinema production studio. This
mode is ideal for watching science-fiction or
action movies with lots of sound effects.
C.S.EX C (Cinema Studio EX C)
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the
Sony Pictures Entertainment scoring stage.
This mode is ideal for watching musicals or
classic films where music is featured in the
soundtrack.
About Cinema Studio EX
Cinema Studio EX consists of the following
three elements.
• Virtual Multi Dimension
Creates 5 sets of virtual speakers
surrounding the listener from a single pair
of actual rear speakers.
• Screen Depth Matching
In a movie theater, sound seems to come
from inside the image reflected on the
movie screen. This element creates the
same sensation in your listening room by
shifting the sound of the front speakers
“into” the screen.
• Cinema Studio Reverberation
Reproduces the reverberations peculiar to a
movie theater.
Cinema Studio EX is the integrated mode
which operates these elements
simultaneously.
Notes
• The effects provided by the virtual speakers may
cause increased noise in the playback signal.
• When listening with sound fields that employ the
virtual speakers, you will not be able to hear any
sound coming directly from the rear speakers.
Selecting other sound fields
Press MODE on the receiver or SOUND
FIELD on the remote repeatedly until the
sound field you want appears on the front
panel display.
The current sound field appears on the front
panel display.
Sound Adjustments
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N. SURROUND (Normal Surround)
Software with multi channel surround audio
signals is played back according to the way
it was recorded. Software with 2 channel
audio signals is decoded with Dolby Pro
Logic or Dolby Pro Logic II to create
surround effects (page 28).
HALL (Hall)
Reproduces the acoustics of a rectangular
concert hall.
JAZZ CLUB (Jazz Club)
Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.
L. CONCERT (Live Concert)
Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live
concert.
GAME (Game)
Obtains maximum audio impact from video
game software.
HP . THEA TER (Headphone Theater)
When you connect your headphone to the
PHONES jack of the receiver, the
HEADPHONE THEATER mode allows you
to experience a theater like environment
while listening through a pair of
headphones. This mode is very effective
with 5.1 ch discrete signal sources like
Dolby Digital and DTS. Selecting any
Sound Field selections (except AUTO
DECODING or 2 CH STEREO) enables the
mode.
The receiver memorises the last sound
z
field selected for each function mode (Sound
Field Link)
Whenever you select a function such as DVD or
TUNER, the sound field that was last applied to the
function is automatically applied again. For example,
if you listen to DVD with HALL as the sound field,
then change to another function, and then return to
DVD, HALL will be applied again. With the tuner,
sound fields are memorized separately for all preset
stations.
z You can identify the encoding format of
program software by looking at its packaging
– Dolby Digital discs are labelled with the logo.
– Dolby Surround encoded programs are labelled
with the logo.
– DTS Digital Surround discs are marked with DTS.
Note
When you play sound tracks with 96 kHz sampling
frequency, the output signals will be converted to
48 kHz (sampling frequency).
To turn the surround effect off
Press AUTO DEC or 2CH ST on the
receiver or SOUND FIELD on the remote
repeatedly until “AUTO DECO.” or “2CH
STEREO” appears on the front panel
display.
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Using only the front
Adjusting the level
speakers (2 Channel Stereo)
SOUND
FIELD
Press 2CH ST on the receiver or
SOUND FIELD on the remote repeatedly
until “2CH STEREO” appears on the
front panel display.
This mode outputs the sound from the front
left and right speakers only. Standard 2
channel (stereo) sources completely bypass
the sound field processing. Multi channel
surround formats are downmixed to 2
channel.
parameters
The level menu contains parameters that let
you adjust the balance and speaker volumes
of each speaker (page 27).
Sound Adjustments
ENTER
C/X/x/c
AMP MENU
1 Start playing a program source
encoded with multichannel
surround sound.
2 Press AMP MENU repeatedly.
9 LEVEL appears on the front panel
display.
Notes
• To listen to 2 channel (stereo) sources using the
front left and right speakers and a sub woofer, press
AUTO DEC on the receiver or SOUND FIELD on
the remote repeatedly to select “AUTO DECO.”
• Depending on the speaker setting, the sound is
output from the sub woofer.
3 Sit in your listening position and
select the item to be adjusted
using X/x.
4 Adjust the volume level using C/c.
The adjusted value will appear on the
front panel display. If you do not operate
the remote for a few seconds, the value
turns off and is stored in the receiver.
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Enjoying Movies
Changing the Angles
If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene
are recorded on the DVD, “ANGLE”
appears in the front panel display. This
means that you can change the viewing
angle.
For example, while playing a scene of a
train in motion, you can display the view
from either the front of the train, the left
window of the train, or from the right
window without having the train’s
movement interrupted.
Number
Buttons
ENTER
X/x/c
DVD DISPLAY
ANGLE
3 Press c or ENTER.
The angle number changes to “-. ”
DVD
1 2 ( 2 7 ) MAKING SCENE
)
1 8 ( 3 4
T
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
)
– ( 9
DVD
4 Select the angle number using the
number buttons or X/x, then
press ENTER.
The angle is changed to the selected
angle.
To turn off the Control Menu
Press DVD DISPLAY repeatedly until the
Control Menu is turned off.
z
You can select the angle directly by pressing
ANGLE. Each time you press the button, the angle
changes.
1 Press DVD DISPLAY during
playback.
The Control Menu appears.
2 Press X/x to select
(ANGLE).
The angle number appears.
The number in parentheses indicates
the total number of angles.
DVD
1 2 ( 2 7 ) MAKING SCENE
1 8 ( 3 4
T
1
( 9
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1 : 3 2 : 5 5
)
Note
Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to
change the angles, even if multi-angles are recorded
on the DVD.
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Displaying the Subtitles
If subtitles are recorded on the discs, you
can turn the subtitles on and off while
playing. If multilingual subtitles are
recorded on the disc, you can change the
subtitle language while playing, or turn the
subtitles on or off whenever you want. For
example, you can select the language you
want to practice and turn the subtitles on for
better understanding.
SUBTITLE
ENTER
X/x
DVD DISPLAY
3 Press X/x to select the language.
Depending on the DVD, the choice of
language varies.
When 4 digits are displayed, they
indicate the language code. Refer to
the language code list on page 81 to
see which language the code
represents.
4 Press ENTER.
To cancel the SUBTITLE setting
Select “OFF” in Step 3.
To turn off the Control Menu
Press DVD DISPLAY repeatedly until the
Control Menu is turned off.
You can select SUBTITLE directly by pressing
z
SUBTITLE. Each time you press the button, the item
changes.
Note
Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to
change the subtitles even if multilingual subtitles are
recorded on it.
Enjoying Movies
1 Press DVD DISPLAY during
playback.
The Control Menu appears.
2 Press X/x to select
(SUBTITLE), then press ENTER.
The options for SUBTITLE appear.
DVD
1 2 ( 2 7 ) MAKING SCENE
)
1 8 ( 3 4
T
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
OFF
1: ENGLISH
2: FRENCH
3: SPANISH
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Using Various Additional Functions
Locking Discs (CUSTOM
PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL
CONTROL)
You can set two kinds of playback
restrictions for a disc.
• Custom Parental Control
You can set the playback restrictions so
that the receiver will not play inappropriate
discs.
• Parental Control
Playback of some DVDs can be limited
according to a predetermined level such as
the age of the users.
The same password is used for both Parental
Control and Custom Parental Control.
Custom Parental Control
You can set the same Custom Parental
Control password for up to 25 discs. When
you set the 26th disc, the playback
restriction of the disc for which you first set
the password is canceled.
3 Press X/x to select (CUSTOM
PARENTAL), then press ENTER.
“CUSTOM PARENTAL” is selected.
DVD
1 2 ( 2 7 ) MAKING SCENE
)
1 8 ( 3 4
T
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
ON
PASSWORD
DVD
4 Press X/x to select “ON t,” then
press ENTER.
xWhen you have not entered a
password
The display for registering a new
password appears.
CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL
Enter a new 4-digit password,
ENTER
.
then press
Number
buttons
ENTER
C/X/x
DVD DISPLAY
1 Insert the disc you want to lock.
If the disc is playing, press x to stop
playback.
2 In stop mode, press DVD DISPLAY.
The Control Menu appears.
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x
ORETURN/
EXIT
Enter a 4-digit password by using the
number buttons, then press ENTER.
The display for confirming the password
appears.
xWhen you have already
registered a password
The display for entering the password
appears.
CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL
Enter password, then press
ENTER
.
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5 Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password
by using the number buttons, then
press ENTER.
“Custom parental control is set.” appears
and the screen returns to the Control
Menu display.
If you make a mistake entering
your password
Press C before you press ENTER and
input the correct number.
If you make a mistake
Press O RETURN/EXIT, then start from
Step 3 again.
To turn off the Control Menu
Press DVD DISPLAY repeatedly until the
Control Menu is turned off.
To turn off the Custom Parental
Control function
1 In Step 4, select “OFF t,” then press
ENTER.
2 Enter your 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press ENTER.
To change the password
1 In Step 4, press X/x to select
“PASSWORD t,” then press ENTER.
The display for entering the password
appears.
2 Enter your 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press ENTER.
3 Enter a new 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press ENTER.
4 To confirm your password, re-enter it
using the number buttons, then press
ENTER.
Playing the disc for which Custom
Parental Control is set
1 Insert the disc for which Custom
Parental Control is set.
The CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL
display appears.
CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL
Custom parental control is already
set. To play, enter your password
ENTER
and press
.
2 Enter your 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press ENTER.
The receiver is ready for playback.
z If you forget your password, enter the 6-digit
number “199703” using the number buttons when the
CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL display asks you
for your password, then press ENTER. The display
will ask you to enter a new 4-digit password.
Limiting playback for children
(Parental Control)
Playback of some DVDs can be limited
according to a predetermined level such as
the age of the users. The “Parental Control”
function allows you to set a playback
limitation level.
A scene that is limited is not played, or it is
replaced by a different scene.
Number
buttons
H
ENTER
X/x
ORETURN/
EXIT
DVD SETUP
Using Various Additional Functions
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1 In stop mode, press DVD SETUP.
The Setup Display appears.
2 Press X/x to select “CUSTOM SETUP,”
then press ENTER.
“CUSTOM SETUP” is displayed.
CUSTOM SETUP
PARENTAL CONTROL
TRACK SELECTION
OFF
4 Enter or re-enter your password using
the number buttons, then press ENTER.
The display for setting the playback
limitation level and changing the
password appears.
CUSTOM SETUP
PARENTAL CONTROL
LEVEL:OFF
STANDARD:
CHANGE PASSWORD
USA
3 Press X/x to select “PARENTAL
CONTROL t,” then press ENTER.
xIf you have not entered a
password
The display for registering a new
password appears.
CUSTOM SETUP
PARENTAL CONTROL
Enter a new 4-digit password,
ENTER
then press
.
Enter a 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press ENTER.
The display for confirming the password
appears.
xWhen you have already
registered a password
The display for entering the password
appears.
5 Press X/x to select “STANDARD,” then
press ENTER.
The selection items for “STANDARD”
are displayed.
CUSTOM SETUP
PARENTAL CONTROL
LEVEL:
STANDARD:
CHANGE PASSWORD
OTHERS
OFF
USA
6 Press X/x to select a geographic area
as the playback limitation level, then
press ENTER.
The area is selected.
If you select “OTHERS t,” select and
enter the standard code in the table on
page 58 using the number buttons.
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CUSTOM SETUP
PARENTAL CONTROL
Enter password, then press
ENTER
.
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7 Press X/x to select “LEVEL,” then
press ENTER.
The selection items for “LEVEL” are
displayed.
CUSTOM SETUP
PARENTAL CONTROL
STANDARD:
CHANGE PASSWORD
OFFLEVEL:
8:
NC17
7:
R
6:
5:
PG13
4:
PG
3:
2:
G
1:
8 Select the level you want using X/x,
then press ENTER.
Parental Control setting is complete.
CUSTOM SETUP
PARENTAL CONTROL
STANDARD:
CHANGE PASSWORD
The lower the value, the more strict the
limitation.
If you make a mistake
Press O RETURN/EXIT to go back to the
previous screen.
PG134:LEVEL:
USA
Playing the disc for which Parental
Control is set
1 Insert the disc and press H.
The PARENTAL CONTROL display
appears.
2 Enter your 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press ENTER.
The receiver starts playback.
z If you forget your password, remove the disc and
repeat Step 1 to 5 of “Limiting playback for
children.” When you are asked to enter your
password, enter “199703” using the number buttons,
then press ENTER. The display will ask you to enter
a new 4-digit password. After you enter a new 4-digit
password in Step 3, replace the disc in the receiver
and press H. When the PARENTAL CONTROL
display appears, enter your new password.
Notes
• When you play DVDs which do not have the
Parental Control function, playback cannot be
limited on this receiver.
• Depending on the DVD, you may be asked to
change the parental control level while playing the
disc. In this case, enter your password, then change
the level. If the Resume Play mode is cancelled, the
level returns to the original level.
Using Various Additional Functions
To turn off the Setup Display
Press DVD SETUP repeatedly until the
Setup Display is turned off.
To turn off the Parental Control
function and play the DVD after
entering your password
Set “LEVEL” to “OFF” in Step 8.
To change the password
1 In Step 5, select “CHANGE
PASSWORD t” using x, then press
ENTER.
The display for entering the password
appears.
Press SAT.
Each time you press SAT, the controllable
source on the remote changes as follows:
Using the Video or other
Unit
The receiver (AVD-S50ES)
(SETUP indicator flashes once.)
Y
Your satellite receiver
(SETUP indicator flashes twice.)
You can control your satellite receiver using
the buttons below.
By pressingYou can
AV [/1Turn the satellite receiver on or
off.
DISPLAYChange the display.
TIMEReturn to the previous channel.
Number buttons Select the channel.
ENTERConfirms the selected channel .
AUDIOChange the audio.
SUBTITLEDisplay the subtitle or not.
CH +/–Change the channel.
TOP MENU/Display the program guide.
GUIDE
AV MENUDisplay the menu.
DVD DISPLAY Change the display.
O RETURNReturn to the previous display
in the program guide or menu.
C/X/x/c/Select the item in the program
ENTERguide or menu.
You can use VCRs or other units connected
to the VIDEO, TV/SAT, AUX, or MD/DAT
jacks. Refer to the operation manual
supplied with the unit for further
information on the operation.
FUNCTION
Using Various Additional Functions
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until the
desired source that you connected to
the receiver appears on the front panel
display.
Each time you press FUNCTION, the mode
of the receiver changes in the following
sequence.
DVD t VIDEO t TV/SAT t AUX t
MD/DAT t TUNER t DVD...
Note
Depending on the satellite receiver, you may not be
able to control your satellite receiver or to use some
of the buttons above.
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Listening to the Radio
Preset radio stations in the receiver’s
memory first (see “Presetting Radio
Stations” on page 29).
?/1
FUNCTION
CH +/–
STEREO/
MONO
DISPLAY
m/M
VOLUME
+/–
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until
“TUNER” appears on the front
panel display.
The last received station is tuned in.
To listen to non-preset radio stations
Use manual or automatic tuning in Step 2.
For manual tuning, press m or M on the
remote repeatedly.
For automatic tuning, press and hold m or
M on the remote.
z If an FM program is noisy
Press STEREO/MONO on the remote so that
“MONO” appears on the front panel display. There
will be no stereo effect, but the reception will
improve. Press the button again to restore the stereo
effect.
z To improve reception
Reorient the supplied antennas.
To check the frequency or sound field
Press DISPLAY repeatedly.
Each time you press DISPLAY, the front
panel display changes as follows:
index name of the station* t frequency t
sound field t index name of the station.
* This is displayed when you have entered a
name for preset stations (page 63).
m
FM
2 Press CH + or – repeatedly to
select the preset station you want.
Each time you press the button, the
receiver tunes in one preset station.
3 Adjust the volume by pressing
VOLUME +/–.
To turn off the radio
Press ?/1.
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TUNEDST
MHz
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Naming Preset Stations
3 Press NAME.
You can enter a name of up to 8 characters
for preset stations. These names (for
example, “XYZ”) appear in the receiver’s
front panel display when a station is
selected.
Note that no more than one name can be
entered for each preset station.
FUNCTION
NAME
ENTER
C/X/x/c
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until
“TUNER” appears on the front
panel display.
The last station you received is tuned
in.
Each time you press FUNCTION, the
mode of the receiver changes in the
following sequence:
DVD t VIDEO t TV/SA T t
AUX t MD/DAT t TUNER t
DVD...
4 Create an index name by using the
cursor buttons:
Press x/X to select a character, then
press c to move the cursor to the next
position.
If you make a mistake
Press C or c repeatedly until the
character to be changed flashes, then
press x/X to select the right character.
5 Press ENTER.
To assign index names to other
stations
Repeat Steps 2 to 5.
Other Operations
2 Tune in the preset station you
want to create an index name for.
If you are not familiar with how to
tune in preset stations, see “Listening
to the Radio” on page 62.
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Settings and Adjustments
Using the Setup Display
By using the Setup Display, you can make
various adjustments to items such as picture
and sound. You can also set a language for
the subtitles and the Setup Display, among
other things. For details on each Setup
Display item, see page 65-71. For an overall
list of Setup Display items, see page 82.
How to use the Setup Display
ENTER
X/x
DVD DISPLAY
DVD
SETUP
2 Press X/x to select the setup item from
the displayed list: “LANGUAGE SETUP,”
“SCREEN SETUP,” “CUSTOM SETUP,”
“SPEAKER SETUP,” and “RESET”. Then
press ENTER or c.
The selected Setup item appears.
Example: “SCREEN SETUP”
SCREEN SETUP
SCREEN SAVER:
BACKGROUND:
COMPONENT OUT:
16:9TV TYPE:
JACKET PICTURE
INTERLACE
ON
3 Select an item using X/x, then press
ENTER or c.
The options for the selected item appear.
Example: “TV TYPE”
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE:
SCREEN SAVER:
BACKGROUND:
COMPONENTOUT:
16:9
4:3 LETTER BOX
4:3 PAN SCAN
1 In stop mode, press DVD SETUP.
The Setup Display appears.
LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD :
DVD MENU :
AUDIO :
SUBTITLE :
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Main
item
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ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
Options
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4 Select a setting using X/x, then press
ENTER.
The setting is selected and setup is
complete.
Example: “4:3 PAN SCAN”
Selected setting
Setting the Display or
Sound Track Language
(LANGUAGE SETUP)
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE:4:3 PAN SCAN
SCREEN SAVER:
BACKGROUND:
COMPONENTOUT:
JACKET PICTURE
ON
INTERLACE
To turn off the Setup Display
Press DVD SETUP or DVD DISPLAY
repeatedly until the Setup Display is turned
off.
z If you select “RESET” in Step 2, you can reset all
of the “SETUP” settings on page 82 (except for
PARENTAL CONTROL) to the default settings.
After you select “RESET” and press ENTER, select
“YES” to reset the settings (it takes a few seconds to
complete), or select “NO” and press ENTER to
return to the Control Menu. Do not press POWER on
the receiver or [/1 when resetting the receiver.
“LANGUAGE SETUP” allows you to set
various languages for the on-screen display
or sound track.
Select “LANGUAGE SETUP” in the Setup
Display. For details on using the display, see
“Using the Setup Display” (page 64).
LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD :
DVD MENU :
AUDIO :
SUBTITLE :
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
xOSD (On-Screen Display)
Switches the display language on the screen.
Selects the language from the displayed list.
xDVD MENU (DVD only)
Selects the desired language for the DVD
menu.
xAUDIO (DVD only)
Switches the language of the sound track.
Selects the language from the displayed list.
Settings and Adjustments
xSUBTITLE (DVD only)
Switches the language of the subtitle.
Selects the language from the displayed list.
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zIf you select “OTHERS t” in “DVD MENU,”
“SUBTITLE,” or “AUDIO,” select and enter the
language code from the list using the number buttons
(page 81).
After you have made a selection, the language code
(4 digits) is displayed the next time you select
“OTHERS t.”
Settings for the Display
(SCREEN SETUP)
Note
If you select a language that is not recorded on the
DVD, one of the recorded languages will be
automatically selected (except for the “OSD”).
Choose settings according to the TV to be
connected.
Select “SCREEN SETUP” in the Setup
Display. For details on using the display, see
“Using the Setup Display” (page 64).
The default settings are underlined.
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE:16:9
SCREEN SAVER:
BACKGROUND:
COMPONENT OUT:
JACKET PICTURE
ON
INTERLACE
xTV TYPE (DVD only)
Selects the aspect ratio of the connected TV
(4:3 standard or wide).
The default settings vary, depending on the
country model.
16:9
4:3
LETTER
BOX
4:3
PAN SCAN
Select this when you connect a
wide-screen TV or a TV with a
wide mode function.
Select this when you connect a
4:3 screen TV. Displays a wide
picture with bands on the upper
and lower portions of the screen.
Select this when you connect a
4:3 screen TV. Automatically
displays the wide picture on the
entire screen and cuts off the
portions that do not fit.
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16:9
4:3 LETTER BOX
4:3 PAN SCAN
xCOMPONENT OUT
This will change the type of signal output
from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks
on the receiver. See page 77, 78 for more
information about the different types.
INTERLACE
PROGRESSIVE
Select this when you are
connected to a standard
(interlace format) TV.
Select this when you have a
TV that can accept
progressive signals.
Note
Depending on the DVD, “4:3 LETTER BOX” may
be selected automatically instead of “4:3 PAN
SCAN” or vice versa.
xSCREEN SAVER
Turns the screen saver on and off so that the
screen saver image appears when you leave
the receiver in pause or stop mode for
15 minutes, or when you playback a CD for
more than 15 minutes. The screen saver will
help prevent your display device from
becoming damaged (ghosting). Press H to
turn off the screen saver.
ONTurns on the screen saver.
OFFTurns off the screen saver.
xBACKGROUND
Selects the background color or picture on
the TV screen in stop mode or while playing
a CD.
JACKET
PICTURE
GRAPHICS
BLUE
BLACK
The jacket picture (still picture)
appears in the background, but
only when the jacket picture is
already recorded on the disc
(CD-EXTRA, etc.). If the disc
does not contain a jacket
picture, the “GRAPHICS”
picture appears.
A preset picture stored in the
receiver appears in the
background.
The background color is blue.
The background color is black.
Notes
• Unless the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/SCAN
SELECT switch on the back panel of the unit is set
to “SELECTABLE,” you cannot select the above
setting.
• When “PROGRESSIVE” is selected in “SCREEN
SETUP,” no signal is output from the MONITOR
jack.
Settings and Adjustments
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Custom Settings (CUSTOM
SETUP)
Allows setting up Parental Control and other
settings.
Select “CUSTOM SETUP” in the Setup
Display. For details on using the display, see
“Using the Setup Display” (page 64).
The default settings are underlined.
CUSTOM SETUP
PARENTAL CONTROL
TRACK SELECTION
PARENTAL CONTROL t (DVD only)
x
Sets a password and playback limitation
level for DVDs with playback limitation for
children. For details, see “Limiting playback
for children (Parental Control)” (page 55).
xTRACK SELECTION (DVD only)
Gives the sound track having the highest
number of channels priority when you play
a DVD on which multiple audio formats
(PCM, MPEG audio, DTS, or Dolby Digital
format) are recorded.
OFF
AUTO
No priority given.
Priority given.
OFF
Notes
• When you set the item to “AUTO,” the language
may change. The “TRACK SELECTION” setting
has higher priority than the “AUDIO” settings in
“LANGUAGE SETUP” (pa ge 65).
• If PCM, DTS, MPEG audio, and Dolby Digital
sound tracks have the same number of channels, the
receiver selects PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital, and
MPEG audio sound 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 DTS, Dolby Digital, or
MPEG audio format by selecting “AUTO.”
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Settings for the Speakers
(SPEAKER SETUP)
To obtain the best possible surround sound,
set the size of the speakers you have
connected and their distance from your
listening position. Then use the test tone to
adjust the volume and the balance of the
speakers to the same level.
Select “SPEAKER SETUP” in the setup
display. For details, see “Using the Setup
Display” (page 64).
The default settings are underlined.
• REAR
BEHIND [A] (LOW), BEHIND [A]
—
(HIGH), SIDE [A] (LOW), SIDE [A]
(HIGH), BEHIND [B] (LOW),
BEHIND [B] (HIGH), SIDE [B]
(LOW), SIDE [B] (HIGH): Specify the
size, position, and height to implement
the Digital Cinema Surround modes in
the sound field (page 55) properly. For
details, see “Specifying the rear speaker
position and height” as below.
— NONE: Select this if no rear speaker is
used.
• SUBWOOFER
YES: Select this if the subwoofer is
—
used.
— NONE: Select this if no subwoofer is
used.
SPEAKER SETUP
SIZE:
DISTANCE:
LEVEL:
BALANCE:
TEST TONE:
To return to the default setting
Select the item, then press CLEAR.
xSIZE
When you do not connect center or rear
speakers, or move the rear speakers, set the
parameters for FRONT, CENTER, REAR,
and SUBWOOFER. The default settings are
underlined.
• FRONT
—
LARGE: Normally select this.
— SMALL: Select this if the small
speakers are used for the front speaker.
• CENTER
— LARGE: Normally select this.
— SMALL: Select this if the small
speaker is used for the center speaker.
— NONE: Select this if no center speaker
is used.
Notes
• When you select an item, the sound cuts off for a
moment.
• Depending on the settings, the subwoofer may
output excessive sound.
Specifying the rear speaker position
and height
If you select anything other than “NONE” in
“REAR,” specify the size, position, and
height of the rear speakers. When you use
normal size speakers, select [A]. When you
use small speakers, select [B]. The default
setting is underlined.
BEHIND [A] (LOW),
BEHIND [B] (LOW)
BEHIND [A] (HIGH),
BEHIND[B] (HIGH)
SIDE [A] (LOW),
SIDE [B] (LOW)
SIDE [A] (HIGH),
SIDE [B] (HIGH)
Select this if the rear
speakers are located
in section B and D.
Select this if the rear
speakers are located
in section B and C.
Select this if the rear
speakers are located
in section A and D.
Select this if the rear
speakers are located
in section A and C.
Settings and Adjustments
These parameters are not available when “REAR” is
set to “NONE.”
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Position diagram
90
AA
45
BB
20
Height diagram
CC
60
DD
30
xDISTANCE
The default distance setting for the speakers
in relation to the listening position is shown
below.
5m
(17ft)
5m
(17ft)
3.4m
(12ft)
5m
(17ft)
3.4m
(12ft)
FRONT
5 m/17 ft
Front speaker distance from the
listening position can be set in
0.2 meter (1.0 ft) increments from
1.0 to 15.0 meters (3.0 to 50.0 ft).
CENTER
5 m/17 ft
Center speaker distance can be
moved up to 1.6 meters (5.0 ft)
forward closer to the listening
position from the front speaker
position, in 0.2 meter (1.0 ft)
increments.
REAR
3.4 m/
12 ft
Rear speaker distance can be moved
up to 4.6 meters (15.0 ft) closer to
your listening position from the
front speaker position, in 0.2 meter
(1.0 ft) increments.
Notes
• When you set the distance, the sound cuts off for a
moment.
• If each of the front or rear speakers are not placed
at an equal distance from your listening position,
set the distance according to the closest speaker.
• Do not place the rear speakers farther away from
your listening position than the front speakers.
xLEVEL
You can vary the level of each speaker as
follows. Be sure to set “TEST TONE” to
“ON” for easy adjustment.
The default settings are underlined.
CENTER
0 dB
REAR 0 dB
SUBWOOFER
0 dB
Adjusts the level of the center
speaker (–10 dB to +10 dB, 1
dB increments).
Adjusts the level of the rear
speakers (–10 dB to +10 dB,
1 dB increments).
Adjusts the level of the
subwoofer (–10 dB to +10 dB,
1 dB increments).
Be sure to change the value in the Setup
Display when you move the speakers. The
default settings are underlined.
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xBALANCE
You can vary the balance of the left and right
speakers as follows. Be sure to set “TEST
TONE” to “ON” for easy adjustment.
The default settings are underlined.
FRONT
CENTER
REAR
CENTER
Adjust the balance between the
front left and right speakers (You
can adjust from center 6 steps left
or right).
Adjust the balance between the rear
left and right speakers (You can
adjust from center 6 steps left or
right).
To adjust the volume of all the
speakers at one time
Use the VOLUME control on the receiver or
press VOLUME +/–.
Adjusting the speaker volume and
level
1 After you stop playback, select
“SPEAKER SETUP” after pressing DVD
SETUP in the Setup Display.
2 Select “TEST TONE” and set “TEST
TONE” to “ON.”
You will hear the test tone from each
speaker in sequence.
3 From your listening position, select
“BALANCE” or “LEVEL” and adjust the
value of “BALANCE” and “LEVEL” using
X/x.
The test tone is emitted from both left
and right speakers simultaneously.
xTEST TONE
The speakers will emit a test tone to adjust
“BALANCE” and “LEVEL.”
OFF
ON
The test tone is not emitted from the
speakers.
The test tone is emitted from each
speaker in sequence while adjusting
balance or level.
When you select one of the
“SPEAKER SETUP” items, the test
tone is emitted from both left and
right speakers simultaneously.
4 Select “TEST TONE” and set “TEST
TONE” to “OFF” to turn off the test
tone.
Note
When you adjust the speaker settings, the sound cuts
off for a moment.
Settings and Adjustments
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Additional Information
Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following
difficulties while using the receiver, use this
troubleshooting guide to help remedy the
problem before requesting repairs. Should
any problem persist, consult your nearest
Sony dealer.
Power
The power is not turned on.
, Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is
connected securely.
Picture
There is no picture.
, The connecting cords are not connected
securely.
, The connecting cords are damaged.
, The receiver is not connected to the correct
TV input jack (page 22).
, The video input on the TV is not set so that
you can view pictures from the receiver.
, You have set “COMPONENT OUT” in
“SCREEN SETUP” to “PROGRESSIVE”
even though your TV cannot accept the signal
in progressive format. In this case, set the
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/SCAN
SELECT switch on the back panel of the
player to INTERLACE. Then set “COMPONENT OUT” to “INTERLACE” after you
can see the TV screen correctly, and reset the
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/ SCAN
SELECT switch to SELECTABLE.
, Even if your TV is compatible with
progressive format (480p) signals, the image
may be affected when you set “COMPONENT OUT” to “PROGRESSIVE.” In this
case, set “COMPONENT OUT” to “INTERLACE.”
, When “PROGRESSIVE” is selected in
“SCREEN SETUP,” no signal is output from
the MONITOR jack.
Picture noise appears.
, The disc is dirty or flawed.
, If the picture output from your receiver goes
through your VCR to get to your TV, the
copy-protection signal applied to some DVD
programs could affect picture quality. If you
still experience problems even when you
connect your receiver directly to your TV, try
connecting your receiver to your TV’s S
video input (page 22).
Even though you set the aspect ratio
in “TV TYPE” of “SCREEN SETUP,”
the picture does not fill the screen.
, The aspect ratio of the disc is fixed on your
DVD.
The picture is black and white.
, Depending on the TV, the picture on the
screen becomes black and white when you
play a disc recorded in the NTSC color
system.
Sound
There is no sound.
, The connecting cord is not connected
securely.
, The connecting cord is damaged. Replace it
with a new one.
, Press MUTING on the remote if “MUTING
ON” is displayed on the front panel display.
, The protective device on the receiver has
been activated because of a short circuit. Turn
off the receiver, eliminate the short-circuit
problem and turn on the power again.
, The receiver is in pause mode or in Slow-
motion Play mode. Press H to return to
normal play mode.
, Fast forward or fast reverse is performed.
Press H to return to normal play mode.
, Check the speaker settings (pages 24, 69).
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The left and right sounds are
unbalanced or reversed.
, Check that the speakers and components are
connected correctly and securely.
, Adjust the balance parameter in the
BALANCE menu (pages 27, 71).
Severe hum or noise is heard.
, Check that the speakers and components are
connected securely.
, Check that the connecting cords are away
from a transformer or motor, and at least
3 meters (10 feet) away from a TV set or
fluorescent light.
, Move your TV away from the audio
components.
, The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with
a cloth slightly moistened with alcohol.
, Clean the disc.
No sound is heard from the center
speaker.
, Check the speaker connections and settings.
, Make sure the sound field function is on
(page 48).
, Select a sound field containing the word
“cinema” (page 48).
No sound or only a very low-level
sound is heard from the rear
speakers.
, Check the speaker connections and settings.
, Make sure the sound field function is on
(page 48).
, Select a sound field containing the word
“cinema” (page 48).
Operation
The sound loses stereo effect when
you play a VIDEO CD, or a CD.
, Set “AUDIO” to “STEREO” in the Control
Menu display (page 46).
, Make sure you connect the receiver
appropriately.
The surround effect is difficult to
hear when you are playing a Dolby
Digital, DTS, or MPEG audio sound
track.
, Make sure the sound field function is on
(page 48).
, Check the speaker connections and settings
(pages 24, 69).
, Depending on the DVD, the output signal
may not be the entire 5.1 channel. It may be
monaural or stereo even if the sound track is
recorded in Dolby Digital or MPEG audio
format.
The sound comes from the center
speaker only.
, Depending on the disc, the sound may come
from the center speaker only.
Radio stations cannot be tuned in.
, Check that the antennas are connected
securely. Adjust the antennas and connect an
external antenna if necessary.
, The signal strength of the stations is too weak
(when tuning in with automatic tuning). Use
direct tuning.
, No stations have been preset or the preset
stations have been cleared (when tuning by
scanning preset stations). Preset the stations
(page 29).
, Press DISPLAY so that the frequency appears
in the display.
The remote does not function.
, The controllable source on the remote is the
satellite receiver. Press SAT on the remote
(page 61).
, There are obstacles between the remote and
the receiver.
, The distance between the remote and the
receiver is too far.
, The remote is not pointed at the remote
sensor on the receiver.
, The batteries in the remote are weak.
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The disc does not play.
, There is no disc inside.
, The disc is turned over.
Insert the disc with the playback side facing
down on the disc tray.
, The disc is skewed.
, The receiver cannot play CD-ROMs, etc.
(page 8).
, The region code on the DVD does not match
the receiver.
, Moisture has condensed inside the receiver.
Remove the disc and leave the receiver turned
on for about half an hour (page 4).
The MP3 audio track cannot be
played.
, The DATA CD is not recorded in the MP3
format that conforms to ISO9660 Level 1/
Level 2 or Joliet.
, The MP3 audio track does not have the
extension “.MP3.”
, The data is not formatted in MP3 even though
it has the extension “.MP3.”
, The player cannot play audio tracks in
MP3PRO format.
The title of the MP3 audio album or
track is not correctly displayed.
, The player can only display numbers and
alphabet. Other characters are displayed as
“ ”.
The receiver starts playing the disc
automatically.
, The DVD features an auto playback function.
Playback stops automatically.
, Some discs may contain an auto pause signal.
While playing such a disc, the receiver stops
playback at the auto pause signal.
You cannot perform some functions
such as Stop, Search, Slow-motion
Play, Repeat Play, Shuffle Play, or
Program Play.
, Depending on the disc, you may not be able
to do some of the operations above. See the
operating manual that comes with the disc.
Messages do not appear on the
screen in the language you want.
, In the Setup Display, select the desired
language for the on-screen display in “OSD”
under “LANGUAGE SETUP” (page 65).
The language for the sound track
cannot be changed.
, Multilingual tracks are not recorded on the
DVD being played.
, The DVD prohibits changing the language for
the sound track.
The disc does not start playing from
the beginning.
, Program Play, Shuffle Play, or Repeat Play
has been selected (pages 36, 38, 39).
Press CLEAR to cancel these functions
before playing a disc.
, Resume Play has been selected.
During stop, press x on the receiver or the
remote and then start playback (page 32).
, The title, DVD or PBC menu automatically
appears on the TV screen.
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The subtitle language cannot be
changed.
, Multilingual subtitles are not recorded on the
DVD being played.
, The DVD prohibits changing the subtitles.
The subtitle cannot be turned off.
, The DVD prohibits turning off subtitles.
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The angles cannot be changed.
, Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD
being played. The angle can be changed only
when the “ANGLE” indicator lights up on the
front panel display.
, The DVD prohibits changing the angles.
The receiver does not operate
properly.
, If static electricity, etc., causes the receiver to
operate abnormally, press POWER on the
receiver to turn the receiver off and then on
again.
Nothing is displayed on the front
panel display.
, Press DIMMER on the remote.
A 5-character service number is
displayed on the screen and on the
front panel display.
, The self-diagnosis function was activated.
(See the table on page 76.)
The disc tray does not open and
“LOCKED” appears on the front panel
display.
, Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized
Sony service facility.
Additional Information
“PROTECT” appears on the front
panel display.
, The speaker protection circuit is in function.
Check the speaker connections.
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Self-diagnosis Function
(When letters/numbers appear in the
display)
When the self-diagnosis function is
activated to prevent the receiver from
malfunctioning. In this case a five-character
service number (e.g., C 13 00) with a
combination of a letter and digits appears on
the screen and the front panel display. Refer
to the following table.
C:13:00
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First three
characters of
the service
number
C 13
C 31
E XX
(xx is a number)
Cause and/or Corrective
Action
The disc is dirty.
, Clean the disc with a soft
cloth (page 9).
The disc is not inserted
correctly.
, Re-insert the disc
correctly.
To prevent a malfunction, the
receiver 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
Glossary
Album
Section of a music piece on a data CD
containing MP3 audio tracks.
Chapter
Sections of a picture or a music piece on a
DVD that are smaller than titles. A title is
composed of several chapters.
Digital Cinema Sound (DCS)
This is the generic name of the surround
sound produced by digital signal processing
technology developed by Sony. Unlike
previous surround sound fields mainly
directed at the reproduction of music,
Digital Cinema Sound is designed
specifically for the enjoyment of movies.
Dolby Digital
This sound format for movie theaters is
more advanced than Dolby Pro Logic
Surround. In this format, the rear speakers
output stereo sound with an expanded
frequency range and a subwoofer channel
for deep bass is independently provided.
This format is also called “5.1” because the
subwoofer channel is counted as 0.1 channel
(since it functions only when a deep bass
effect is needed). All six channels in this
format are recorded separately to realize
superior channel separation. Furthermore,
since all the signals are processed digitally,
less signal degradation occurs.
Dolby Pro Logic Surround
As one method of decoding Dolby
Surround, Dolby Pro Logic Surround
produces four channels from two-channel
sound. Compared with the former Dolby
Surround system, Dolby Pro Logic Surround
reproduces left-to-right panning more
naturally and localizes sounds more
precisely. To take full advantage of Dolby
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Pro Logic Surround, you should have one
pair of rear speakers and a center speaker.
The rear speakers output monaural sound.
Dolby Pro Logic II
Dolby Pro Logic II creates five fullbandwidth output channels from twochannel sources. This is done using an
advanced, high-purity matrix surround
decoder that extracts the spatial properties of
the original recording without adding any
new sounds or tonal colorations.
Movie mode
The Movie mode is for use with stereo
television shows and all programs encoded
in Dolby Surround. The result is enhanced
soundfield directionality that approaches the
quality of discrete 5.1-channel sound.
Music mode
The Music mode is for use with any stereo
music recordings, and provides a wide and
deep sound space.
DTS
Digital audio compression technology that
the Digital Theater Systems, Inc. developed.
This technology conforms to 5.1-channel
surround. The rear channel is stereo and
there is discrete subwoofer channel in this
format. DTS provides the same 5.1 discrete
channels of high quality digital audio. The
good channel separation is realized because
the all channel data is recorded discrete and
processed in digital.
DVD
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, at 4.7 GB (Giga Byte), is
7 times that of a CD. Furthermore, the data
capacity of a dual-layer and single-sided
DVD is 8.5 GB, a single-layer and doublesided DVD 9.4 GB, and a dual-layer and
double-sided DVD 17 GB.
The picture data uses the MPEG 2 format,
one of the worldwide standards of digital
compression technology. The picture data is
compressed to about 1/40 of its original size.
The DVD also uses the variable rate coding
technology that changes the data to be
allocated according to the status of the
picture.
The audio data is recorded in Dolby Digital
as well as in PCM, allowing you to enjoy
more real audio presence.
Furthermore, various advanced functions
such as the multi-angle, multilingual, and
Parental Control functions are provided with
the DVD.
Film based software, Video based
software
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 theaters.
Video based DVDs, such as television
dramas or sit-coms, displays images at 30
frames (or 60 fields) per second.
Interlace format
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.
Multi-angle function
Various angles, or viewpoints of the video
camera, for a scene are recorded on some
DVDs.
Multilingual function
Several languages for the sound or subtitles
in a picture are recorded on some DVDs.
Parental Control
A function of the DVD to limit playback of
the disc by the age of the users according to
the limitation level in each country.
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The limitation varies from disc to disc; when
it is activated, playback is completely
prohibited, violent scenes are skipped or
replaced with other scenes and so on.
Playback Control (PBC)
Signals encoded on VIDEO CDs (Version
2.0) to control playback.
By using menu screens recorded on VIDEO
CDs with PBC functions, you can enjoy
playing simple interactive programs,
programs with search functions, and so on.
Title
The longest sections of a picture or music
feature on a DVD, movie, etc., in video
software, or the entire album in audio
software.
Track
Sections of a picture or a music piece on a
Super Audio CD, CD, VIDEO CD or MP3.
An album is composed of several tracks
(MP3 only).
Progressive format
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 30
frames (60 fields) in one second, the
Progressive format can show 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 480 progressive
format.
Region Code
This receiver is used to protect copyrights. A
region number is allocated on each DVD
system or DVD disc according to the sales
region. Each region code is shown on the
receiver as well as on the disc packaging.
The receiver can play the discs that match its
region code. The receiver can also play discs
ALL
with the “
” mark. Even when the region
code is not shown on the DVD, the region
limit may still be activated.
Scene
On a VIDEO CD with PBC (playback
control) functions, the menu screens,
moving pictures and still pictures are
divided into sections called “scenes.”
VIDEO CD
A compact disc that contains moving
pictures.
The picture data uses the MPEG 1 format,
one of the worldwide standards of digital
compression technology. The picture data is
compressed to about 1/140 of its original
size. Consequently, a 12 cm VIDEO CD can
contain up to 74 minutes of moving pictures.
VIDEO CDs also contain compact audio
data. Sounds outside the range of human
hearing are compressed while the sounds we
can hear are not compressed. VIDEO CDs
can hold 6 times the audio information of
conventional audio CDs.
There are 2 versions of VIDEO CDs.
• Version 1.1: You can play only moving
pictures and sounds.
• Version 2.0: You can play high-resolution
still pictures and enjoy PBC functions.
This receiver conforms to both versions.
Super Audio CD
This audio format is based upon the current
audio CD standards but includes a greater
amount of information which provides
higher quality sound. There are three types
of discs: single layer, double layer and
hybrid discs. The hybrid disc contains both
standard audio CD and Super Audio CD
information.
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Specifications
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION:
Amplifier section
Stereo mode100 W + 100 W (6 ohms, 20 – 20,000 Hz, THD 0.7 %)
Surround modeFront: 100 W + 100 W
* Depending on the sound field settings and the source, there may be no sound output.
With 6 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 20 – 20,000 Hz; rated
100 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.7 %
total harmonic distortion from 250 millwatts torated output.
Center*: 100 W
Rear*: 100 W + 100 W (6 ohms, 20 – 20,000 Hz, THD 0.7 %)
Inputs (Analog)ANALOG IN:
Sensitivity: 150 mV
Impedance: 50 kilohms
Inputs (Digital)DIGITAL IN OPTICAL:
Sensitivity: –
DIGITAL IN COAXIAL:
Sensitivity: 0.5 V
Impedance: 75 ohms
Outputs (Analog)ANALOG OUT:
Voltage: 2 V
Impedance: 1 kilohms
SUBWOOFER ANALOG OUT:
Voltage: 3 V
Impedance: 47 kilohms
PHONES:
Accepts low- and high-impedance headphones
Outputs (Digital)DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL
Sensitivity: –
Super Audio CD/DVD system
LaserSemiconductor laser
(Super Audio CD/DVD: λ = 650 nm)
(CD: λ = 780 nm)
Emission duration: continuous
Signal format systemNTSC
Frequency response (at 2 CH STEREO mode)
DVD (PCM): 2 Hz to 22 kHz (±1.0 dB)
CD: 2 Hz to 20 kHz (±1.0 dB)
Signal-to-noise ratioMore than 80 dB (VIDEO 1 (AUDIO) connectors only)
Harmonic distortionLess than 0.03 %
You can set the following items with the DVD setup menu.
The order of the displayed items may be different from the actual display.
LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD(Select the language you
DVD MENU(Select the language you
AUDIO(Select the language you
SUBTITLE(Select the language you
want to use from the
displayed language list.)
want to use from the
displayed language list.)
want to use from the
displayed language list.
want to use from the
displayed language list.
CUSTOM SETUP
PARENTAL LEVELOFF
CONTROL8.
STANDARD
TRACK
SELECTION
CHANGE PASSWORD
OFF
AUTO
7. NC17
6.R
5.
4. PG13
3.PG
2.
1.G
USA
OTHERSt
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE16:9
SCREEN SAVERON
BACKGROUNDJACKET
COMPONENT OUT
SPEAKER SETUP
SIZE FRONTLARGE
CENTER LARGE
REAR
SUBWOOFER
DISTANCE FRONT 1.0m ~15m/
CENTER 0m ~15m/
REAR 0m ~15m/
LEVELCENTER
REAR
SUBWOOFER
BALANCEFRONT
REAR
TESTOFF
TONEON
4:3 LETTER
BOX
4:3 PAN SCAN
OFF
PICTURE
GRAPHICS
BLUE
BLACK
INTERLACE
PROGRESSIVE
SMALL
SMALL
NONE
BEHIND
SIDE[A] (LOW)
NONE
[A] (LOW)
[A] (HIGH)
[B] (LOW)
[B] (HIGH)
[A] (HIGH)
[B] (LOW)
[B] (HIGH)
YES/NONE
3ft ~ 50ft
0ft ~ 50ft
0ft ~ 50ft
–10 dB ~ +10 dB
–10 dB ~ +10 dB
–10 dB ~ +10 dB
6 steps left or right
6 steps left or right
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Index
Numerics
16:9 66
4:3 LETTER BOX 66
4:3 PAN SCAN 66
A
ALBUM 35, 41
album 7, 76
AMP MENU 25
ANGLE 52
Antenna Hookups 20
AUDIO 46, 65
B
BA CKGROUND 67
BALANCE 27, 71
BAND 29
Batteries 17
C
CHAPTER 42
Chapter 7, 76
COMPONENT OUT 67
Continuous play
CD/VIDEO CD/Super Audio
CD/DVD 31
Control Menu 14
CUSTOM PARENTAL
CONTROL 54
CUSTOM SETUP 68
D
DIMMER 28
DISTANCE 26, 70
Dolby Digital 76
Dolby Pro Logic Surround 76
DTS 77
DVD 33, 77
DVD MENU 33, 65
F
Fast forward 40
Fast reverse 40
Front Panel 10
Front panel display 11
H
Handling discs 9
I
INDEX 42
Index 7
L
LANGUAGE SETUP 65
LEVEL 28, 70
Locating
a specific point by watching
the TV screen 40
M
MEMORY 29
MP3 35
Multi-angle function 52
Multilingual function 46
MUTING 32
N
NAME 63
O
On-screen display
Control Menu display 14
Setup Display 64
OSD 65
P
PARENTAL CONTROL 55, 68,
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PBC Playback 34, 78
PLAY MODE 36, 38
Preset Station 29, 62
Program Play 36
Q
Quick Overview 16
R
Radio 62
Rear Panel 12
Region code 8, 78
Remote 13, 59
REPEAT 39
RESET 65
Resume Play 32
S
S VIDEO 22
Scan 40
SCENE 14
Scene 7, 78
SCREEN SAVER 67
SCREEN SETUP 66
SHUFFLE 38
Shuffle Play 38
SIZE 69
Slow-motion Play 40
Sound Field 48
SPEAKER SETUP 69
Speaker System Hookup 17
SUBTITLE 53, 65
Super Audio CD 78
T
TEST TONE 71
TIME 42, 43
TIME SEARCH 42
TITLE 41
Title 7, 78
TRACK 41
Track 7, 78
TRACK SELECTION 68
Troubleshooting 72
TV and Video Component
Hookups 22
TV TYPE 66
U
Usable discs 7
V
VIDEO CD 34, 78
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