Sony DAV-DX150 User Manual
2-635-100-13(1)
DVD Home Theatre
System
Operating Instructions
DAV-DX150
©2005 Sony Corporation
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this apparatus to
rain or moisture.
Caution – The use of optical instruments
with this product will increase eye
hazard.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such
as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the
apparatus with news papers, table-cloths, curtains, etc.
And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
Don’t throw away the battery with
general house waste, dispose of it
correctly as chemical waste.
This appliance is
classified as a CLASS 1
LASER product. This
marking is located on the
rear of the unit.
For the customers in the U.S.A
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 wh enever you call upon
your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. DAV-DX150
Serial No.______________
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 (aerial).
– 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, MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY
INSERT.
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 AC power
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall
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outlet (mains), even if the unit itself has been turned
off.
• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet (mains) 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
• 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 DVD
Home Theatre System 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.
Welcome!
Thank you for purchasing Sony DVD Home
Theatre System. Before operating this system,
please read this manual thoroughly and retain it
for future reference.
ENERGY STAR® is a U.S.
registered mark.
As an ENERGY STAR® partner,
Sony Corporation has determined
that this product meets the ENERGY
STAR® guidelines for energy
efficiency.
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Table of Contents
Welcome!................................................ 3
About This Manual ................................. 6
This System Can Play the Following
Discs ................................................. 6
Guide to the Control Menu Display ........ 9
Getting Started
Unpacking ............................................. 12
Inserting Batteries into the Remote.......12
Hookup Overview................................. 13
Step 1: Speaker System Hookup........... 14
Step 2: Antenna (Aerial) Hookup .........18
Step 3: TV Hookup ............................... 19
Step 4: Other Component Hookup........ 24
Step 5: Connecting the AC Power Cord
(Mains Lead)................................... 26
Step 6: Turning off
the Demonstration........................... 26
Step 7: Performing the Quick Setup .....27
Speaker Setup........................................ 29
Playing Discs
Playing Discs ........................................ 30
Using the DVD’s Menu ........................ 35
Selecting [ORIGINAL] or [PLAY LIST]
on a DVD-RW ................................ 36
Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC Functions
(Ver.2.0).......................................... 36
(PBC Playback)
About MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG
Image Files ..................................... 37
Playing DATA CDs with MP3 Audio
Track and JPEG Image Files .......... 39
Playing Audio Tracks and Images as a
Slide Show with Sound................... 41
Enjoying DivX® Videos....................... 43
(Asian, Australian, and Middle
Eastern models only)
Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture
and Sound ....................................... 45
(A/V SYNC)
Searching for a Particular Point on
a Disc .............................................. 46
(Scan, Slow-motion Play, Freeze
Frame)
Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track/
Scene, etc........................................ 47
Searching by Scene............................... 49
(Picture Navigation)
Viewing Information About the Disc ... 50
Sound Adjustments
Changing the Sound ............................. 54
Enjoying Surround Sound by Using Sound
Field................................................ 56
Enjoying TV or VCR Sound from All
Speakers ......................................... 58
Using the Sound Effect......................... 59
Using Various Additional
Functions
Changing the Angles ............................ 60
Displaying the Subtitles........................ 60
Locking Discs ....................................... 61
(CUSTOM PARENTAL
CONTROL, PARENTAL
CONTROL)
Other Operations
Controlling the TV with the Supplied
Remote ........................................... 65
Using the THEATRE SYNC
Function.......................................... 66
Enjoying the Sound of Other
Components.................................... 67
Enjoying the Radio ............................... 68
Using the Sleep Timer .......................... 70
Changing the Brightness of the Front
Panel Display.................................. 71
Returning to the Default Settings ......... 71
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Settings and Adjustments
Using the Setup Display........................ 72
Setting the Display or Sound Track
Language ........................................ 73
[LANGUAGE SETUP]
Settings for the Display......................... 74
[SCREEN SETUP]
Custom Settings .................................... 76
[CUSTOM SETUP]
Settings for the Speakers....................... 77
[SPEAKER SETUP]
Additional Information
Precautions ............................................ 80
Notes about the Discs............................81
Troubleshooting .................................... 81
Self-diagnosis Function ........................ 84
(When letters/numbers appear in
the display)
Specifications ........................................ 85
Glossary ................................................ 87
Language Code List ..............................90
Index to Parts and Controls...................91
DVD Setup Display List .......................95
AMP Menu List .................................... 97
Index ..................................................... 98
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About This Manual
This System Can Play the
• The instructions in this manual describe the
controls on the remote. You can also use the
controls on the system if they have the same or
similar names as those on the remote.
• The Control Menu items may be different
depending on the area.
• “DVD” may be used as a general term for
DVD VIDEOs, DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, and
DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs.
• Measurements are expressed in feet (ft) for
North American models.
• The following symbols are used in this
manual.
Symbol Meaning
Functions available for DVD
VIDEOs, DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs in
video mode, and DVD+Rs/
DVD+RWs
Functions available for DVD-RWs
in VR (Video Recording) mode
Functions available for VIDEO
CDs (including Super VCDs or CDRs/CD-RWs in video CD format or
Super VCD format)
Functions available for music CDs
or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD
format
Functions available for DATA CDs
(CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs
containing MP3*1 audio tracks,
JPEG image files, and DivX*2*3*4
video files)
*2Functions available for DATA
DVDs (DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs/
DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs) containing
DivX*3*4 video files
*1 MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format
defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio
data.
*2 Asian, Australian, and Middle Eastern models only.
*3 DivX® is a video file compression technology,
developed by DivXNetworks, Inc.
*4 DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are
trademarks of DivXNetworks, Inc. and are used
under license.
Following Discs
Format of
discs
DVD VIDEO
DVD-RW
VIDEO CD
Audio CD
CD-R/CD-RW
(audio data)
(MP3 files)
(JPEG files)
The “DVD VIDEO” logo and “DVD-RW” logo are
trademarks.
Note about CDs/DVDs
The system can play CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CDRWs recorded in the following formats:
– audio CD format
– video CD format
– MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files, and
DivX video files* of format conforming to
ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, or its extended
format, Joliet
The system can play DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/
DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs recorded in the
following formats:
– DivX video files of format conforming to
UDF.*
* Asian, Australian, and Middle Eastern models only.
Disc logo
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Example of discs that the system cannot play
The system cannot play the following discs:
• CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those
recorded in the formats listed on page 6
• CD-ROMs recorded in PHOTO CD format
• Data part of CD-Extras
• DVD Audios
• Super Audio CD
• DVD-RAMs
Also, the system cannot play the following
discs:
• A DVD VIDEO with a different region code
(page 7, 88).
• A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g.,
card, heart).
• A disc with paper or stickers on it.
• A disc that has the adhesive of cellophane tape
or a sticker still left on it.
Notes about CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/
DVD-RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW
In some cases, CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-RW/
DVD+R/DVD+RW cannot be played on this system
due to the recording quality or physical condition of the
disc, or the characteristics of the recording device and
authoring software.
The disc will not play if it has not been correctly
finalized. For more information, see the operating
instructions for the recording device.
Note that discs created in the Packet Write format
cannot be played.
Music discs encoded with
copyright protection
technologies
This product is designed to play back discs that
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
Recently, various music discs encoded with copyright
protection technologies are marketed by some record
companies. Please be aware that among those discs,
there are some that do not conform to the CD standard
and may not be playable by this product.
Note on DualDisc
A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates
DVD recorded material on one side with digital audio
material on the other side.
However, since the audio material side does not
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, playback
on this product is not guaranteed.
Note on PBC (Playback Control) (VIDEO CDs)
This system 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 You can
VIDEO CDs
without PBC
functions
(Ver. 1.1 discs)
VIDEO CDs
with PBC
functions
(Ver. 2.0 discs)
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 highresolution still pictures, if they
are included on the disc.
About Multi Session CD
• This system can play Multi Session CDs when
an MP3 audio track is contained in the first
session. Any subsequent MP3 audio tracks
recorded in later sessions can also be played
back.
• This system can play Multi Session CDs when
a JPEG image file is contained in the first
session. Any subsequent JPEG image files
recorded in later sessions can also be played
back.
• If 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.
Region code
Your system has a region code printed on the
back of the unit and will only play DVDs labeled
with the same region code.
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DVD VIDEOs labeled will also play on this
ALL
system.
If you try to play any other DVD VIDEO, the
message [Playback prohibited by area
limitations.] will appear on the TV screen.
Depending on the DVD VIDEO, no region code
indication may be given even though playing the
DVD VIDEO is prohibited by area restrictions.
Note on playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs
Some playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO
CDs may be intentionally set by software
producers. Since this system 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 U.S. patents and
other intellectual property rights. Use of this
copyright protection technology must be
authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for
home and other limited viewing uses only unless
otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
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Digital
1
Digital
This system incorporates with Dolby*
and Dolby Pro Logic (II) adaptive matrix
surround decoder and the DTS*
Surround System.
*1 Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories.
“Dolby,” “Pro Logic,” and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
*2 Manufactured under license from Digital Theater
Systems, Inc.
“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are trademarks
of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
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Guide to the Control Menu Display
DISPLAY
Use the Control Menu to select a function and to view related information. Press DISPLAY
repeatedly to turn on or change the Control Menu display as follows:
Control Menu display 1
,
m
Control Menu display 2 (appears for certain discs only)
m
Control Menu display off
Control Menu display
The Control Menu display 1 and 2 will show different items depending on the disc type. For details
about each item, see the pages in parentheses.
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Example: Control Menu display 1 when playing a DVD VIDEO.
1
2
1
Playback status
2
(N Playback, X
Pause,
x Stop, etc.)
Type of disc being
3
played*
Playing time*
Current setting
Options
4
Control Menu items
Selected item
1 2 ( 2 7
1 8 ( 3 4
T
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
OFF
OFF
DISC
TITLE
Currently playing title number*
Currently playing chapter number*
Total number of titles*
Total number of chapters*
)
)
DVD VIDEO
CHAPTER
Function name of
selected Control
Menu item
Operation message
REPEAT
ENTER DISPLAY
Quit:
*1 Displays the scene number for VIDEO CDs (PBC is on), track number for VIDEO CDs/CDs, album number for
DATA CDs. DivX video album number for DATA DVDs/DATA CDs (Asian, Australian, and Middle Eastern
models only).
*2 Displays the index number for VIDEO CDs, MP3 audio track number, or JPEG image file number for DATA
CDs. DivX video file number for DATA DVDs/DATA CDs (Asian, Australian, and Middle Eastern models only).
*3 Displays Super VCD as “SVCD.” Displays “MP3” in the Control Menu display 1 or “JPEG” in the Control Menu
2 for DATA CDs.
*4 Displays the date for JPEG files.
To turn off the display
Press DISPLAY.
List of Control Menu items
Item Item Name, Function, Relevant Disc Type
[TITLE] (page 47)/[SCENE] (page 47)/[TRACK] (page 47)
Selects the title, scene, or track to be played.
[CHAPTER] (page 47)/[INDEX] (page 47)
Selects the chapter or index to be played.
[TRACK] (page 47)
Selects the track to be played.
[ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST] (page 36)
Selects the type of titles (DVD-RW) to be played, the [ORIGINAL] one, or an edited [PLAY
LIST].
[TIME/TEXT] (page 48)
Checks the elapsed time and the remaining playback time.
Input the time code for picture and music searching.
Displays the DVD/CD text or the MP3 track name.
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*
1
[PROGRAM] (page 32)
Selects the track to play in the order you want.
[SHUFFLE] (page 33)
Plays the track in random order.
[REPEAT] (page 34)
Plays the entire disc (all titles/all tracks/all albums) repeatedly or one title/chapter/track/album
repeatedly. *
[A/V SYNC] (page 45)
Adjusts the delay between the picture and sound.
*1 *
[PARENTAL CONTROL] (page 61)
1
1
Sets to prohibit playback on this system.
[SETUP] (page 72)
[QUICK] Setup (page 27)
Use Quick Setup to choose the desired language of the on-screen display, the aspect ratio of
the TV, and the size of the speakers you are using.
[CUSTOM] Setup
In addition to the Quick Setup setting, you can adjust various other settings.
[RESET]
Returns the settings in [SETUP] to the default setting.
*
[ALBUM] (page 47)
Selects the album to be played. *
[FILE] (page 47)
Selects the JPEG image file or DivX video file*1 to be played. *
2
[DATE] (page 52)
*
Displays the date the picture was taken by a digital camera.
2
[INTERVAL] (page 42)
*
Specifies the duration for which the slides are displayed on the screen.
2
[EFFECT] (page 43)
*
Selects the effects to be used for changing slides during a slide show.
2
[MODE (MP3, JPEG)] (page 41)
*
Selects the data type; MP3 audio track (AUDIO), JPEG image file (IMAGE) or both
1
1
1
(AUTO) to be played when playing a DATA CD.
*1 Asian, Australian, and Middle Eastern models only.
*2 These items are not displayed when playing a DATA CD with DivX video file. (Asian, Australian, and Middle
Eastern models only)
Tip
• The Control Menu icon indicator lights up in green when you select any item except [OFF]
t
([PROGRAM], [SHUFFLE], [REPEAT], [A/V SYNC] only). The [ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST] indicator lights up
in green when you select [PLAY LIST] (default setting).
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Getting Started
Unpacking
Check that you have the following items:
• Speakers (5)
• Subwoofer (1)
• AM loop antenna (aerial) (1)
• FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)
• Speaker cords (5 m × 4, 15 m × 2)
(16.5 ft. × 4, 49.5 ft. × 2)
• Video Cord (1)
• Remote Commander (remote) (1)
• Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
• Foot pads*
• Operating Instructions
• Speaker and TV connections (card) (1)
* To prevent speaker vibration or movement while
listening, attach the supplied foot pads to the bottom
face of the speakers.
Inserting Batteries into the Remote
You can control the system using the supplied
remote. Insert two Size AA (R6) 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 system.
Note
• 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 forei gn 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 intend to use the remote for an extended
period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible
damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
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Hookup Overview
Perform all connections and settings by following Steps 1 to 7.
“Step 1: Speaker System Hookup” (page 14)
“Step 2: Antenna (Aerial) Hookup” (page 18)
“Step 3: TV Hookup” (page 19)
“Step 4: Other Component Hookup” (page 24)
“Step 5: Connecting the AC Power Cord (Mains Lead)” (page 26)
“Step 6: Turning off the Demonstration” (page 26)
“Step 7: Performing the Quick Setup” (page 27)
Video signal is sent to the TV, and is output from the TV screen; audio signals are processed by this
system and output from the speakers of this system. You can also enjoy sound of other sources, such
as TV programs, in addition to DVDs or CDs.
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Step 1: Speaker System Hookup
Connect the supplied speaker system using the supplied speaker cords by matching the colors of the
jacks to those of the cords. Do not connect any speakers other than those supplied with this system.
To obtain the best possible surround sound, specify the speaker parameters (distance, level, etc.) on
page 77.
Required cords
Speaker cords
The connector and the color tube of the speaker cords are the same color as the label of the jacks to be
connected.
Gray
(+)
(–)
Color tube
(+)
(–)
Black
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Connecting the speakers
Front speaker (R)
Color label
Front speaker (L)
Getting Started
Center speaker
Color label
VIDEOS (DVD ONLY)
VIDEO
MONITOR OUT
AM
COAXIAL
FM
75
Surround speaker (R)
FRONT R FRONT L SURR R SURR L CENTER WOOFER
SPEAKER
Subwoofer
AUDIO IN
VIDEO/SAT
R L
Y
PB/CBPR/C
DVD ONLY
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
R
Surround speaker (L)
Note
• Do not set the speakers in an inclined position.
• Do not place the speakers in locations that are:
– Extremely hot or cold
– Dusty or dirty
– Very humid
– Subject to vibrations
– Subject to direct sunlight
• Use caution when placing the speakers and/or speaker stands (not supplied) that are attached with the speakers on
a specially treated (waxed, oiled, polished, etc.) floor, as staining or discoloration may result.
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• Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
To connect the speaker cords
Connect the speaker cords after bending the bare wire at the end of the insulation. This prevents the
speaker insulation from being inserted in the speaker terminal.
Note
• Do not catch the speaker cord insulation in the SPEAKER jack.
Avoiding short-circuiting the speakers
Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage the system. 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
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 78.
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 Setup Display, the speaker may be short-circuited. If this
happens, check the speaker connection again.
Note
• 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 lack bass and may be distorted.
Installing the speakers on the wall
1 Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the hole on the back of each speaker.
See the illustrations below.
Hole on the back of
the speaker
16
5
4 mm (
/32 inch)
25 mm (1 inch)
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4.6 mm
3
/16 inch)
(
10 mm
13
/32 inch)
(
2 Fasten the screws to the wall.
The screws should protrude 5 to 7 mm (7/32 to 9/32 inch).
5 to 7 mm
7
/32 to 9/32 inch)
(
3 Hang the speakers on the screws.
Getting Started
4.6 mm
3
/16 inch)
(
10 mm
13
/32 inch)
(
Note
• Use screws that are suitable for the wall material and strength. As a plaster board wall is especially fragile, attach
the screws securely to a beam and fasten them to the wall. Install the speakers on a vertical and flat wall where
reinforcement is applied.
• Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall material or screws to be used.
• Sony is not responsible for accident or damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall strength or
improper screw installation, natural calamity, etc.
Hole on the back of
the speaker
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Step 2: Antenna (Aerial) Hookup
Connect the supplied AM/FM antennas (aerials) for listening to the radio.
AM loop antenna (aerial)
FM wire antenna (aerial)
Note
• To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna (aerial) away from the system and other components.
• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial).
• After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial), keep it as horizontal as possible.
Tip
• When you connect the supplied AM loop antenna (aerial), cord (A) or cord (B) can be connected to either terminal.
A
B
• If you have poor FM reception, use a 75-ohms coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the system to an outdoor FM
antenna (aerial) as shown below.
System
Outdoor FM antenna (aerial)
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Step 3: TV Hookup
First, perform the video connection, and then audio connection.
With your TV’s audio output connected to this system, you can listen to TV sound through the system
speakers.
Connecting the video cords
Sends a played back DVD image to a TV.
Check the jacks of your TV, and choose the A, B or C connection. Picture quality improves in order
from A (standard) to C (component).
To COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
Getting Started
VIDEOS (DVD ONLY)
VIDEO
MONITOR OUT
AM
COAXIAL
FM
75
To
S VIDEO
FRONT R FRONT L SURR R SURR L CENTER WOOFER
SPEAKER
VIDEO/SAT
AUDIO IN
R L
Y
PB/CBPR/C
DVD ONLY
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
R
To VIDEO
AB C
VIDEO
IN
TV TV with S VIDEO IN jack
A To connect to a TV with the VIDEO IN jacks
Connect the video cord.
B To connect to a TV with the S VIDEO IN jack
Connect an S video cord (not supplied). When using the S video jack instead of the video jacks, your
TV monitor must also be connected via an S video jack. S video signals are on a separate bus from the
video signals and will not be output through the video jacks.
S VIDEO
IN
Y
PB/CB
PR/CR
TV with COMPONENT
VIDEO IN jacks
Yellow
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C To connect to a TV with the COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks
Connect a component video cord (not supplied). To use the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (Y, PB/
C
B, PR/CR) instead of the video jacks, your TV monitor must be equipped with via COMPONENT
VIDEO IN jacks (Y, P
connection and set the output channel of the system to progressive format (page 20).
B/CB, PR/CR). If your TV accepts progressive format signals, you must use this
Green
Blue
Red
When connecting to a standard 4:3 screen TV
Depending on the disc, the image may not fit your TV screen.
To change the aspect ratio, see page 74.
Does your TV accept progressive signals?
Progressive is the method for displaying TV images which reduces flickering, and sharpens the image.
To display using this method, you need to connect to a TV that accepts progressive signals.
PROGRESSIVE
“P AUTO” or “P VIDEO” appears in the front panel display when the system outputs progressive
signals.
FUNCTION
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select “DVD.”
2 Press PROGRESSIVE.
Each time you press PROGRESSIVE, the display changes as follows:
t P AUTO (PROGRESSIVE AUTO)
r
P VIDEO (PROGRESSIVE VIDEO)
r
INTERLACE
x P AUTO (PROGRESSIVE AUTO)
Select this setting when:
– your TV accepts progressive signals, and,
– the TV is connected to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks.
Normally select this under the above condition. This automatically detects the software type, and
selects the appropriate conversion method.
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Note that the picture will not be clear or no picture will appear if you select these settings when
either of the above conditions is not met.
x P VIDEO (PROGRESSIVE VIDEO)
Select this setting when:
– your TV accepts progressive signals, and,
– the TV is connected to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks, and,
– you want to fix the conversion method to PROGRESSIVE VIDEO for video-based software.
Select this if the image is not clear when you select PROGRESSIVE AUTO.
Note that the picture will not be clear or no picture will appear if you select these settings when
either of the above conditions is not met.
x INTERLACE
Select this setting when:
– your TV does not accept progressive signals, or,
– your TV is connected to jacks other than the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (MONITOR
OUT (VIDEO/S VIDEO)).
About DVD software types and the conversion method
DVD software can be divided into 2 types: film-based software and video-based software.
Video-based software is derived from TV, such as dramas and sit-coms, and displays images at 30
frames/60 fields per second. Film-based software is derived from film and displays images at 24 frames
per second. Some DVD software contains both video and film.
In order for these images to appear natural on your screen when output in progressive format, the
progressive signals need to be converted to match the type of DVD software that you are watching.
Note
• When you play video-based software in progressive signal format, sections of some types of images may appear
unnatural due to the conversion process when output through the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. Even though
you set to “PROGRESSIVE AUTO” or “PROGRESSIVE VIDEO,” images from the MONITOR OUT (VIDEO or
S VIDEO) jack are unaffected as they are output in the interlace format.
Getting Started
Connecting the audio cords
Outputs TV sound through the speakers of this system.
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TV
AUDIO
OUT
L
R
To VIDEO/SAT
(AUDIO IN)
VIDEOS (DVD ONLY)
VIDEO
MONITOR OUT
AM
COAXIAL
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FM
FRONT R FRONT L SURR R SURR L CENTER WOOFER
SPEAKER
AUDIO IN
VIDEO/SAT
R L
Y
PB/CBPR/C
DVD ONLY
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
R
To connect the AUDIO OUT jacks of a TV to the VIDEO/SAT (AUDIO IN)
jacks of this system
Connect a TV to the VIDEO/SAT (AUDIO IN) jacks using an audio cord (not supplied). When
connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded sleeves to the appropriate jacks on the components.
White (L/audio)
Red (R/audio)
Note
• Be sure to make connections securely to avoid hum and noise. If using the VIDEO/SAT jacks distorts the sound,
change the attenuate setting (page 68).
• If your TV does not have AUDIO OUT jacks, you cannot output the TV sound from the speakers of this system.
• If you connect a TV to the VIDEO/SAT (AUDIO IN) jacks, other components, such as a VCR, cannot be
connected.
Tip
• To listen to the TV sound, select the function by pressing FUNCTION. For details, see page 58.
• When you want to output the TV sound or stereo sound of a 2 channel source from the 6 speakers, select the “Dolby
Pro Logic,” “Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE,” or “Dolby Pro Logic II MUSIC” sound field (page 56).
• When you select the “NIGHT” sound field (page 56), the sound is output from the front speakers only.
To change the color system (PAL or NTSC)
(Asian, Australian, and Middle Eastern models only)
Depending on the TV to be connected, you may be required to select either PAL or NTSC of the
system.
The initial setting of the system for Australian and Middle Eastern models is PAL.
The initial setting of the system for Asian models is NTSC.
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If the color system of the TV is PAL
To set the system to PAL from NTSC, turn on the system by pressing "/1 while pressing X on the
system.
You need to hold X until the set powers on.
To reset to NTSC, turn off the system and then turn on again by pressing "/1 while pressing and
holding X on the system.
If the color system of the TV is NTSC
Do the same operation above to set the system to NTSC from PAL.
Getting Started
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Step 4: Other Component Hookup
You can enjoy sound using the speakers of this system by connecting the AUDIO OUT jacks of another
component. For video connection of other components, connect directly to the TV.
Note
• If you connect a TV to the VIDEO/SAT jacks in Step 3 (page 19), you cannot connect other components to the
system.
Connecting the system and the other component
Outputs the other component through the speakers of this system.
VCR, digital satellite receiver,
or PlayStation 2, etc.
AUDIO
OUT
L
R
To VIDEO/SAT
(AUDIO IN)
VIDEOS (DVD ONLY)
VIDEO
MONITOR OUT
FRONT R FRONT L SURR R SURR L CENTER WOOFER
SPEAKER
AUDIO IN
VIDEO/SAT
R L
Y
PB/CBPR/C
DVD ONLY
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
R
To connect the AUDIO OUT jacks of other component to the VIDEO/SAT
(AUDIO IN) jacks of this system
Connect the VCR or other components to the VIDEO/SAT (AUDIO IN) jacks using the audio cord (not
supplied). When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded sleeves to the appropriate jacks
on the components.
White (L/audio)
Red (R/audio)
Note
• Be sure to make connections securely to avoid hum and noise. If using the VIDEO/SAT jacks distorts the sound,
change the attenuate setting (page 68).
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AM
COAXIAL
FM
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Tip
• When you connect a VCR or digital satellite receiver to the VIDEO/SAT jacks of this system, change the function
by pressing FUNCTION repeatedly to select “VIDEO” or “SAT.” (When you select “ATT ON,” “SAT” appears in
the front panel display instead of “VIDEO.” (page 68))
Getting Started
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Step 5: Connecting the AC
Step 6: Turning off the
Power Cord (Mains Lead)
Before connecting the AC power cord (mains
lead) of this system to a wall outlet (mains),
connect the speakers to the system (page 14).
"/1
"/1
To turn on the system
Press "/1.
To turn off the system
Press "/1. The system enters standby mode.
While playing a disc, do not turn off the system
by pressing "/1. Doing so may cancel the menu
settings. When you turn off the system, first
press x to stop playback and then press "/1.
Demonstration
"/1
AMP MENU
X/x/c
ENTER
After connecting the AC power cord (mains
lead), the demonstration appears in the front
panel display. When you press "/1 on the
remote, the demonstration turns off.
Note
• When you pr ess "/1 on the system, the demonstration
does not turn off.
• When you set the demonstration mode in the AMP
menu to on, the demonstration does not turn off even
though you press "/1 on the remote. To turn off the
demonstration, set the demonstration mode to off,
then press "/1 on the remote.
Setting the demonstration mode on/off
1 Press AMP MENU.
2 Press X/x repeatedly until “DEMO”
appears in the front panel display, then
press ENTER or c.
3 Press X/x to select the setting.
• DEMO OFF: sets the demonstration mode
off.
• DEMO ON: sets the demonstration mode
on.
4 Press ENTER or AMP MENU.
The AMP menu turns off.
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Step 7: Performing the Quick Setup
Follow the steps below to make the minimum
number of basic adjustments for using the
system.
To skip an adjustment, press >. To return to
the previous adjustment, press ..
The Setup Display for selecting the
language used in the on-screen display
appears.
LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD:
MENU:
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
FRENCH
SPANISH
PORTUGUESE
Getting Started
"/1
CLEAR
X/x
ENTER
./>
1 Turn on the TV.
2 Press [/1.
Note
• Disconnect the headphone when you perform
the Quick Setup. You cannot operate steps after
8 with the headphone connected.
• Make sure that the function is set to “DVD.”
3 Switch the input selector on your TV so
that the signal from the system
appears on the TV screen.
[Press [ENTER] to run QUICK SETUP.]
appears at the bottom of the screen. If this
message does not appear, display the Quick
Setup and perform again (page 28).
Note
• When you press CLEAR in message, the
message disappears. When you need to perform
the Quick Setup, see “To recall the Quick Setup
display” (page 28).
4 Press ENTER without inserting a disc.
5 Press X/x to select a language.
The system displays the menu and subtitles
in the selected language.
Note
• The selectable language is different depending
on the area.
6 Press ENTER.
The Setup Display for selecting the aspect
ratio of the TV to be connected appears.
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE:
SCREEN SAVER:
BACKGROUND:
BLACK LEVEL:
BLACK LEVEL
4:3 OUTPUT:
4:3 LETTER BOX
4:3 LETTER BOX
4:3 PAN SCAN
(COMPONENT OUT)
16:9
OFF
:
FULL
7 Press X/x to select the setting that
matches your TV type.
x If you have a 4:3 standard TV
[4:3 LETTER BOX] or [4:3 PAN SCAN]
(page 74)
x If you have a wide-screen TV or a 4:3
standard TV with a wide-screen mode
[16:9] (page 74)
8 Press ENTER.
The Setup Display for selecting the speaker
distance appears.
9 Press X/x to select the front speaker
distance from the listening position,
then press ENTER.
You can set from 1.0 to 7.0 meters (4 to 23
ft).
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SPEAKER SETUP
SIZE:
DISTANCE:
LEVEL(FRONT):
LEVEL(SURROUND):
TEST TONE:
FRONT:
CENTER:
SURROUND:
OFF
3.0m
3.0m
3.0m
10Press X/x to select the center speaker
distance from the listening position,
then press ENTER.
You can set from 0.0 to 7.0 meters (0 to 23
ft).
SPEAKER SETUP
SIZE:
DISTANCE:
LEVEL(FRONT):
LEVEL(SURROUND):
TEST TONE:
FRONT:
CENTER:
SURROUND:
Note
• The setting range changes depending on the
front speaker setting.
OFF
3.0m
3.0m
3.0m
11Press X/x to select the surround
speaker distance from the listening
position.
You can set from 0.0 to 7.0 meters (0 to 23
ft).
Note
• If you want to change each setting, see “Using the
Setup Display” (page 72).
To recall the Quick Setup display
1 Press DISPLAY when the system is
in stop mode.
The Control Menu appears.
2 Press X/x to select [SETUP],
then press ENTER.
The options for [SETUP] appear.
)
1 2 ( 2 7
)
BNR
1 8 ( 3 4
: :
QUICK
QUICK
CUSTOM
RESET
DVD VIDEO
3 Press X/x to select [QUICK], then press
ENTER.
The Quick Setup display appears.
SPEAKER SETUP
SIZE:
DISTANCE:
LEVEL(FRONT):
LEVEL(SURROUND):
TEST TONE:
FRONT:
CENTER:
SURROUND:
Note
• The setting range changes depending on the
front speaker setting.
12Press ENTER.
Quick Setup is finished. All connections
and setup operations are complete.
To quit the Quick Setup
Press DISPLAY in any Step.
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OFF
3.0m
3.0m
3.0m
Speaker Setup
Positioning the speakers
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 system allows you to place the
center speaker up to 1.6 meters (5 ft) closer (B)
and the surround speakers up to 5.0 meters (16
ft) closer (C) to the listening position.
The front speakers can be placed from 1.0 to
7.0 meters (4 to 23 ft) (A) from the listening
position.
Place speakers as illustrated below.
If color irregularity is observed
again...
Place the speaker further away from the TV set.
If howling occurs
Reposition the speakers or turn down the
volume on the system.
Getting Started
Note
• Do not place the center and surround speakers farther
away from the listening position than the front
speakers.
If you encounter color irregularity
on a nearby TV screen
The front and center speakers and the subwoofer
are magnetically shielded to allow it to be
installed near a TV set. However, color
irregularities may still be observed on certain
types of TV sets. As the surround speakers are
not magnetically shielded, we recommend that
you place the surround speakers slightly further
away from TV set.
If color irregularity is observed...
Turn off the TV set once, then turn it on again
after 15 to 30 minutes.
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Playing Discs
Playing Discs
*
* Asian, Australian, and Middle Eastern models only.
Press the button of the disc number you
want.
When no disc is in the disc tray you
selected, “NO DISC” appears. Perform next
Step while “*DISC-1* (eg., 2-5)” flashes.
5 Press A.
6 Load a disc.
Place one disc on the tray, and then press A.
"/1
Disc tray
DISC SKIP
REPEAT
X/x/c
ENTER
DISPLAY
DISC 1-5
Adjust the
volume
/
X
H
A
FUNCTION
Connect
headphone
"/1
FUNCTION
ALBUM –/+
MUTING
VOLUME +/–
./>
H
x
Depending on the DVD VIDEO or VIDEO CD,
some operations may be different or restricted.
Refer to the operation details supplied with your
disc.
1 Turn on your TV.
2 Switch the input selector on the TV to
this system.
3 Press "/1.
The system turns on.
Unless the system is set to “DVD,” press
FUNCTION to select “DVD.”
4 Press DISC 1-5.
When you play an 8 cm disc, place it on the
inner circle of the tray. Be careful that the disc
is not skewed on the inner circle of the tray.
To load other discs, press DISC 1-5 (that is
not loaded with a disc) and A and load the
disc.
Note
• Do not forcibly press the disc tray closed with
your finger, as this may cause malfunction.
• Do not place more than two discs on the tray.
7 Press H.
The system starts playback (continuous
play) of the disc whose DISC indicator is
green.
To play back other discs, press DISC SKIP
on the remote or DISC 1-5 of the system.
Adjust the volume on the system.
Tip
• The DISC 1-5 indicators change color as follows:
– green: the disc is selected, or the disc is being
played back.
– off: there is no disc.
– orange: a disc is loaded in the disc stocker but not
selected.
– The indicator turns off if an unplayable disc is
inserted.
• 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 35), (VIDEO CD: page 36).
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