Sony DAV-DZ270, HDZ278 User Manual

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3-283-038-11(1)

DVD Home Theatre System

Operating Instructions

DAV-DZ270 / HDZ278

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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.

Batteries or batteries installed apparatus shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

In door use only.

This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. This marking is loca ted on the rear exterior. (Except for DAV-HDZ278.)

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

No operator serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

For the customers in the U.S.A

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 exterior of the co ntrol unit. Record the serial num ber in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. DAV-HDZ278

Serial No.______________

The following FCC statement applies only to the version of this model manufactured for sale in the USA. Other versions may not comply with FCC technical regulations.

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.

Important Safety Instructions

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 cons titute a risk of electric shock to persons.

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

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6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

outlet (mains), even if the unit itself has been turned off.

• Install this system so that the AC power cord (mains lead) can be unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the event of trouble.

Note on power cord plug shapes (Saudi Arabian model only)

For AC 220 V wall sockets

Make sure that the 13 A 3-pin plug (Type BF) is securely attached to the power cord. (The 13 A 3-pin plug is attached when shipped from the factory.)

For AC 127 V wall sockets

1 Remove the 13 A 3-pin plug using a

screwdriver.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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.

Precautions

On power sources

• AC power cord (mains lead) must be changed only at

the qualified service shop.

• The unit is not disconnected from the AC power

source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall

2 Attach the supplied parallel blade plug (Type

A).

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About This Operating Instructions

• The instructions in this Operating Instructions

describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the controls on the unit if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote.

• The instructions in this manual are for DAV-

DZ270 and DAV-HDZ278. DAV-DZ270 is the model used for illustration purposes. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “DAV-DZ270 only.”

• The Control Menu items may vary depending

on the area.

• “DVD” may be used as a general term for a

DVD VIDEO, DVD+RW/DVD+R, and DVDRW/DVD-R.

• Measurements are expressed in feet (ft) for

North American models.

• The default setting is underlined.

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Table of Contents

About This Operating Instructions..........4

Playable Discs......................................... 6

Getting Started

Step 1: Positioning the System... 12 Step 2: Connecting the System... 15 Step 3: Performing the Quick

Setup........................................ 27

Step 4: Enjoying Sound from all the

Speakers.................................. 30

Sound Adjustment

Enjoying Surround Sound by Using

Decoding Mode ..............................32

Selecting the Sound Mode .................... 34

Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound ... 34

Disc

Playing a Disc ....................................... 35

Using Play Mode...................................40

Searching/Selecting a Disc ...................43

Playing MP3 Files/JPEG Image Files... 45

Enjoying DivX® Videos....................... 48

Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture

and Sound .......................................50

Restricting Playback of the Disc...........50

Using the Setup Display........................52

Tuner

Presetting Radio Stations......................61

Listening to the Radio...........................62

Control for HDMI/External Audio Device

Using the Control for HDMI Function for

“BRAVIA” Sync ............................64

Playing Back Audio Files/JPEG Image

Files of a USB Device ....................67

Storing Songs in a USB Device............73

Playable USB Devices.......................... 76

Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT

Adapter ........................................... 76

Other Operations

Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a

Room .............................................. 78

Calibrating the Appropriate Settings

Automatically................................. 79

Controlling the TV with the Supplied

Remote ........................................... 80

Using the Sound Effect......................... 81

Using the Sleep Timer .......................... 81

Changing the Brightness of the Front

Panel Display.................................. 82

Viewing Information About the Disc ... 82

Returning to the Default Settings ......... 85

Additional Information

Precautions............................................ 86

Notes about the Discs ........................... 87

Troubleshooting.................................... 88

Self-diagnosis Function ........................ 97

Specifications........................................ 98

Glossary.............................................. 100

Language Code List ............................ 102

Index to Parts and Control .................. 103

Guide to the Control Menu Display ... 107

Index ................................................... 111

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Playable Discs

Type Disc logo Characteristics Icon

DVD VIDEO • DVD VIDEO

• DVD-R/DVD-RW in DVD VIDEO format or video mode

• DVD+R/DVD+RW in DVD VIDEO format

VR (Video Recording) mode

• DVD-R/DVD-RW in VR (Video Recording) mode (except for DVD-R DL)

Super Audio CD • Super Audio CD

VIDEO CD • VIDEO CD (Ver. 1.1 and 2.0 discs)

• Super VCD

• CD-R/CD-RW/CD-ROM in video CD format or Super VCD format

CD • Audio CD

• CD-R/CD-RW in audio CD format

DATA CD – • CD-R/CD-RW/CD-ROM in

DATA CD format, containing MP3 files1), JPEG image files2), and DivX video files conforming to ISO 9660

3)4)5)

, and

Level 1/

Level 2, or Joliet (extended format)

DATA DVD – • DVD-ROM/DVD-R/DVD-RW/

DVD+R/DVD+RW in DATA DVD format, containing MP3 files1), JPEG image files2), and DivX video files

3)4)5)

, and conforming to UDF (Universal Disk Format)

MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio data. MP3 files

must be in MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 format.

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JPEG image files must conform to the DCF image file format. (DCF “Design rule for Camera File system”: Image

standards for digital cameras regulated by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).)

Except for United Kingdom and North American models.

DivX® is a video file compression technology, developed by DivX, Inc.

DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used under license.

A logical format of files and folders on CD-ROMs, defined by ISO (International Organization for

Standardization).

“DVD-RW,” “DVD+RW,” “DVD+R,”“DVD VIDEO,” and the “CD” logos are trademarks.

Example of discs that the system cannot play

The system cannot play the following discs:

• CD-ROM/CD-R/CD-RW other than those recorded in the formats listed on page 6

• CD-ROM recorded in PHOTO CD format

• Data part of CD-Extra

• CD Graphics disc

• DVD Audio

• DATA DVD that does not contain MP3 files, JPEG image files, or DivX video files*

* Except for United Kingdom and North American models.

• DVD-RAM

Also, the system cannot play the following discs:

• A DVD VIDEO with a different region code (page 8)

• 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

Note about CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW

In some c ases, CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R /DVD-RW/DVD+R /DVD+RW cannot be played on th is 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, refer to the operating instructions for the recording device. Note that some playback functions may not work with some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, even if they have been correctly finalized. In this case, view the disc by normal playback. Also some DATA CDs/DATA DVDs created in 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.

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Note on DualDiscs

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.

About Multi Session CD

• This system can play a Multi Session CD when an MP3 file is contained in the first session. Any subsequent MP3 files recorded in later sessions can also be played back.

• This system can play a Multi Session CD 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 MP3 files and JPEG image files 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 rear of the unit and will only play a DVD labeled with the same region code.

A DVD VIDEO labeled will also play on this 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.

ALL

Note about playback operations of a DVD or VIDEO CD

Some playback operations on a DVD or VIDEO CD may be intentionally set by software producers. Since this system will play a DVD or VIDEO CD according to the disc contents the software producers designed, some playback features may not be available. Be sure to read the operating instructions supplied with the DVD or VIDEO CD.

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.

This system 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 DTS, Inc.

“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of DTS, Inc.

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This system incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMITM) technology. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

“BRAVIA” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

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Getting Started

Unpacking

• Front speakers (2) and surround speakers (2)

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• Center speaker (1)

• Subwoofer (1)

• AM loop antenna (aerial) (1)

• FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)

• Speaker cords (6, red/white/ green/gray/blue/purple)

•Video cord (1)

• Remote commander (remote) (1)

• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)

• Calibration mic (1)

• Foot pads (1 set)

• Operating Instructions

• Speaker and TV connections (card)

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Inserting batteries into the remote

Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. To use the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the unit.

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 foreign object into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries.

• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight 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.

Attaching the foot pads to the subwoofer

Attach the foot pads (supplied) to the bottom of the subwoofer to stabilize the subwoofer and prevent it from slipping.

Getting Started

Remove the foot pads from the mount seat.

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Step 1: Positioning the System

For the best possible surround sound, all the speakers other than the subwoofer should be placed at 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 front speakers. The front speakers can be placed from 1.0 to 7.0 meters (3 to 23 ft) (A) from the listening position.

Getting Started

Place the system as illustrated below.

A Front speaker (L (left)) B Front speaker (R (right)) C Center speaker D Surround speaker (L (left)) E Surround speaker (R (right)) F Subwoofer G Unit

Top view

C C

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 attached to the speakers on a specially treated (waxed, oiled, polished, etc.) floor, as staining or discoloration may result.

• Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.

• Do not lean or hang on the speaker, as the speaker may fall down.

• When you change the positions of the speakers, Sony recommends that you change the settings. For details, see “Getting Optimal Surround Sound f or a Room” (page 78) and “Cal ibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically ” (page 79).

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To install the speakers on a wall

Before installing the speakers on a wall, connect the speaker cord to the speaker. Be sure to match the speaker cords to the appropriate terminals on the speakers: the speaker cord with the color tube to 3, and the speaker cord without the color tube to #.

Color tube Front speaker (L): White Front speaker (R): Red Center speaker: Green Surround speaker (L): Blue Surround speaker (R): Gray

1 Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the hole on the back of each speaker.

See the illustrations below.

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4 mm (

/32 inch)

30 mm (1 3/16 inches)

2 Fasten the screws to the wall.

For the center speaker

145 mm

/4 inches)

8 to 10 mm

/32 to 13/32

(

inch

)

3 Hang the speakers on the screws.

5 mm

/32 inch)

(

10 mm

/32 inch)

(

For the other speakers

(

/32 to 13/32

Hole on the back of the speaker

5 mm

/32 inch)

(

10 mm

(

/32 inch)

8 to 10 mm

inch

)

Hole on the back of the speaker

Rear of the speaker

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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.

Getting Started

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Step 2: Connecting the System

See the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from 1 to 5 on the following pages.

Note

• Be sure to make connections securely to avoid hum and noise.

• When you connect another component with a volume control, turn up the volume of the other components to a level where sound is not distorted.

Getting Started

3 DIGITAL MEDIA PORT

adapter (DAV-HDZ278 only)

2 TV

1 Front speaker (L)

3 Portable audio source

1 Center speaker

1 Subwoofer

3 VCR, digital satellite receiver,

or PlayStation, etc.

4 AM loop antenna (aerial)

4 FM wire antenna (aerial)

5 AC power cord (mains lead)

1 Front speaker (R)

1 Surround speaker (L)

:Signal flow

1 Surround speaker (R)

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1 Connecting the Speakers

The connector and color tube of the speaker cords are the same color as the label of the jacks to be connected. Be sure to match the speaker cords to the appropriate terminals on the speakers: the speaker cord with the color tube to 3, and the speaker cord without the color tube to #. Do not catch the speaker cord insulation in the speaker terminals.

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Color tube

Rear of speaker

(+)

Connector

(–)

When connecting to the unit, insert the connector until it clicks.

DAV-DZ270

Rear panel

SPEAKER

CENTER SUBWOOFER

SPEAKER

To the center speaker (green)

To the subwoofer (purple)

FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L

HDMI OUT

B/CBPR/CR

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

VIDEO OUT TV/VIDEO

AUDIO IN

To the surround speaker (L) (blue)

To the surround speaker (R) (gray)

R L

SPEAKER

To the front speaker (R) (red)

To the front speaker (L) (white)

COAXIAL 75

ANTENNA

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DAV-HDZ278

Rear panel

SPEAKER

CENTER SUBWOOFER

SPEAKER

To the center speaker (green)

To the subwoofer (purple)

COAXIAL OPTICAL

SPEAKER

FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L

DIGITAL IN

TV/VIDEO HDMI OUT

DC5V

0.7A MAX

B/CBPR/CR

VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

DMPORT

To the surround speaker (L) (blue)

To the surround speaker (R) (gray)

To the front speaker (R) (red)

To the front speaker (L) (white)

ANTENNA

COAXIAL 75

AUDIO IN LR

TV/VIDEO

SPEAKER

Getting Started

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2 Connecting the TV

Use the parts as follows:

•Video cord (1)

To listen to TV sound from the six speakers of the system, connect the TV and the system with the audio cord (not supplied) (A).

Getting Started

For video output to your TV, check the video input jacks of the TV, and select connection method A, B, or C. Picture quality improves in order from A (standard) to C (HDMI).

When the TV has the digital optical or coaxial output jack, you can improve sound quality by connecting with the digital cord (B) (DAV-HDZ278 only).

DAV-DZ270

Audio cord (not supplied)

White Red

AUDIO

TV/VIDEO

To the AUDIO OUT jacks of the TV

SPEAKER

CENTER SUBWOOFER

FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L

HDMI** cable (not supplied)

I O

To the HDMI IN jack of the TV

SPEAKER

B/CBPR/CR

HDMI OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

AUDIO IN

VIDEO OUT TV/VIDEO

Component video cord (not supplied)*

To the COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks of the TV

COAXIAL 75

Green Blue Red

ANTENNA

Rear panel

Video cord (supplied)

To the VIDEO IN jack of the TV

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DAV-HDZ278

Digital optical cord (not supplied)

Digital coaxial cord (not supplied)

DIGITAL IN

COAXIAL OPTICAL

TV/VIDEO

To the digital coaxial output jack of the TV

To the digital optical output jack of the TV

SPEAKER

CENTER SUBWOOFER

DIGITAL IN

COAXIAL OPTICAL

TV/VIDEO HDMI OUT

SPEAKER

FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L

HDMI** cable (not supplied)

I O

DC5V

0.7A MAX

B/CBPR/CR

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

DMPORT

Component video cord (not supplied)*

Audio cord (not supplied)

White Red

IO IN

AUD

TV/VIDEO

To the AUDIO OUT jacks of the TV

ANTENNA

Rear panel

COAXIAL 75

AUDIO IN LR

VIDEO OUT

TV/VIDEO

Green Blue Red

Video cord (supplied)

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To the VIDEO IN jack of

To the HDMI IN jack of the TV

To the COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks of the TV

the TV

* If your TV accepts progressive format signals, use this connection and set the output signal of the system to

progressive format (page 29).

** HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)

If your TV has the HDMI jack, use this connection and select the type of output signal (page 29).

Note

• During the “D MPORT” function, video signal is not output from the HDMI OUT and COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (DAV-HDZ278 only).

• The system can accept both digital and analog signals. Digital signals have priority over analog signals. (COAXIAL has priority over OPTICAL.) If the digital signal ceases, the analog signal will be processed after 2 seconds. (DAVHDZ278 only.)

• You can connect another component, such as a VCR, digital satellite receiver, or PlayStation, to the TV/VIDEO jacks (A or B*) instead of the TV.

* DAV-HDZ278 only.

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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 for the color 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.

1 Turn off the system by pressing "/1. 2 Turn on the system by pressing "/1 while pressing X on the unit.

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Each time you perform this operation, the color system toggles between PAL and NTSC. “NTSC” lights up in the front panel display when the color system is set to NTSC.

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3 Connecting the other components

You can enjoy the connected component using the six speakers of the system.

• Portable audio source: A

• DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter: B (DAV-HDZ278 only)

DAV-DZ270

Stereo mini-plug cord (not supplied)

To the portable audio source

Front panel

(USB) port (See page 67.)

Getting Started

SPEAKER

CENTER SUBWOOFER

SPEAKER

FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L

HDMI OUT

B/CBPR/CR

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

VIDEO OUT TV/VIDEO

AUDIO IN

• You can connect another component, such as VCR, instead of the TV. For connection details, see page

18.

COAXIAL 75

ANTENNA

Rear panel

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DAV-HDZ278

Getting Started

Stereo mini-plug cord (not supplied)

To the portable audio source

Front panel

ANTENNA

Rear panel

COAXIAL 75

AUDIO IN LR

TV/VIDEO

.7A

SPEAKER

CENTER SUBWOOFER

DIGITAL IN

COAXIAL OPTICAL

TV/VIDEO HDMI OUT

• You can connect another

SPEAKER

FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L

DC5V

0.7A MAX

B/CBPR/CR

VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

DMPORT

D 0

component, such as VCR, instead of the TV. For connection details, see page

18.

DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (not supplied)

To connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter

(DAV-HDZ278 only)

Connect a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (not supplied) to the DMPORT jack. For details, see “Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter” (page 76).

Note

• Connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter so that the V marks are aligned. When disconnecting, pull out while

pressing A.

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If your TV has multiple audio/video inputs

You can enjoy the sound with the speakers of the system through the connected TV. Connect the components as follows.

System

VCR, digital satellite receiver or PlayStation, etc.

:Signal flow

Select the component on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. If the TV does not have multiple audio/video inputs, a switcher will be necessary to receive the sound from more than two components.

Getting Started

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4 Connecting the antenna (aerial)

DAV-DZ270

Getting Started

AM loop antenna (aerial) (supplied)

Note

• Cord (A) or cord (B) can be connected to either terminal.

SPEAKER

CENTER SUBWOOFER

SPEAKER

FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L

HDMI OUT

ANTENNA

Rear panel

COAXIAL 75

B/CBPR/CR

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

AUDIO IN

VIDEO OUT TV/VIDEO

FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied)

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DAV-HDZ278

AM loop antenna (aerial) (supplied)

Note

• Cord (A) or cord (B) can be connected to either terminal.

TV/VIDEO

ANTENNA

Rear panel

COAXIAL 75

AUDIO IN LR

SPEAKER

CENTER SUBWOOFER

FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L

DIGITAL IN

COAXIAL OPTICAL

TV/VIDEO HDMI OUT

SPEAKER

DC5V

0.7A MAX

B/CBPR/CR

VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

DMPORT

FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied)

Note

• Keep the AM loop antenna (aerial) and cord away from the system or other AV components, as noise may result.

• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial).

• After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial), keep it as horizontal as possible.

• Adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna (aerial) for best AM broadcast sound.

• If you have poor FM reception, use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the unit to an outdoor FM antenna (aerial) as shown below.

Getting Started

Outdoor FM antenna (aerial)

Unit

ANTENNA

COAXIAL 75

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5 Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)

Before connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) of the unit to a wall outlet (mains), connect all the speakers to the unit.

DAV-DZ270

Getting Started

Rear panel

SPEAKER

CENTER SUBWOOFER

SPEAKER

FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L

HDMI OUT

B/CBPR/CR

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

VIDEO OUT TV/VIDEO

ANTENNA

COAXIAL 75

AUDIO IN

To the wall outlet (mains)

DAV-HDZ278

Rear panel

SPEAKER

CENTER SUBWOOFER

To the wall outlet (mains)

FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L

DIGITAL IN

COAXIAL OPTICAL

TV/VIDEO HDMI OUT

SPEAKER

DC5V

0.7A MAX

B/CBPR/CR

VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

DMPORT

AUDIO IN LR

TV/VIDEO

COAXIAL 75

ANTENNA

About the demonstration

After connecting the AC power cord (mains lead), the demonstration appears in the front panel display.

Setting the demonstration mode to on/off

1 Press [/1 on the unit.

The system turns on.

2 Press SYSTEM MENU. 3 Press X/x repeatedly until “DEMO” appears in the front panel display, then press or

4 Press X/x to select a setting.

• “DEMO ON”: On.

• “DEMO OFF”: Off.

5 Press .

The setting is made.

6 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The system menu turns off.

• When you purchase the system from new, or if the system is at its factory default settings (ex., after performing

“COLD RESET” (page 85)), you can turn off the demonstration simply by pressing [/1 on the remote.

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Step 3: Performing the Quick Setup

Follow the Steps below to make the basic adjustments for using the system.

Note

• When you connect the system and the TV with the component video cord (not supplied) or HDMI cable (not supplied), you need to set the type of video output for matching your TV. For details, see “S etting the type of video output to match your TV” (page 29).

"/1

LANGUAGE SETUP

OSD: MENU: AUDIO: SUBTITLE:

ENGLISH ENGLISH

FRENCH

SPANISH

PORTUGUESE

5 Press X/x to select a language.

The system displays the menu and subtitles in the selected language.

6 Press .

The Setup Display for selecting the aspect ratio of the TV to be connected appears.

Getting Started

C/X/x/c,

DISPLAY

1 Turn on the TV. 2 Press [/1.

Note

• Make sure that the function is set to “DVD” (page 30).

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 TV screen. If this message does not appear, recall the Quick Setup display (page 28) and perform again.

4 Press without inserting a disc.

The Setup Display for selecting the language used in the on-screen display appears.

VIDEO SETUP

TV TYPE: PROGRESSIVE 4:3 OUTPUT: BLACK LEVEL: BLACK LEVEL PAUSE MODE:

(COMPONENT OUT)

4:3 LETTER BOX

(COMPONENT OUT)

16:9 16:9

4:3 PAN SCAN

OFF

AUTO

7 Press X/x to select the setting that

matches your TV type.

x If you have a wide-screen TV or a 4:3 standard TV with a wide-screen mode

[16:9] (page 54)

x If you have a 4:3 standard TV

[4:3 LETTER BOX] or [4:3 PAN SCAN] (page 54)

8 Press .

The Setup Display for selecting the speaker formation appears.

9 Press C/c to select the speaker

formation image as the speakers are actually positioned.

For details, see “Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Room” (page 78).

SPEAKER FORMATION

STANDARD

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10 Press .

11 Connect the calibration mic to the

A.CAL MIC jack on the front panel.

Set up the calibration mic at the ear level using a tripod, etc. (not supplied). The front of each speaker should face the calibration mic, and there should be no obstruction

Getting Started

between the speakers and the calibration mic.

AUDIO IN / A.CAL MIC

Calibration mic

12 Press C/c to select [YES].

Note

• Make sure that the headphones are not connected to the unit. You cannot operate following Steps with the headphones connected.

13 Press .

[AUTO CALIBRATION] starts. Be quiet during the measurement.

Note

• Loud test sound is output when [AUTO CALIBRATION] starts. You cannot turn the

volume down. Give consideration to children and neighbors.

• Avoid being in the measurement area and making noise during the measurement (which takes about 3 minutes), as it may interfere with measurement.

14 Unplug the calibration mic and press C/

c to select [YES].

Note

• The environment of the room in which the system is installed may affect measurements.

• If measurement fails, follow the message then retry [AUTO CALIBRATION].

15 Press .

Quick Setup is finished. All connections and setup operations are complete.

To quit the Quick Setup

Press DISPLAY in any Step.

• If you change the position of the speakers, reset the speaker settings. See “Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Room” (page 78) and “Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically” (page 79).

• If you want to change any of the settings, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 52).

To recall the Quick Setup display

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“DVD” appears in the front panel display.

2 Press DISPLAY while the system is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

3 Press X/x to select [SETUP],

then press .

The options for [SETUP] appear.

94( 99) 1( 1) T 0: 01: 08

CUSTOM

CUSTOM QUICK

DVD VIDEO

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4 Press X/x to select [QUICK], then press

The Quick Setup display appears.

Setting the type of video output to match your TV

Depending on the connection of the TV (page 18), select the type of video output of the system.

To select the type of video signal output from the HDMI OUT jack

When you connect the unit and the TV with the HDMI cable, select the type of video signals output from the HDMI OUT jack. For details, refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the TV/projector, etc.

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“DVD” appears in the front panel display.

2 Press DISPLAY while the system is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

3 Press X/x to select [SETUP],

then press .

The options for [SETUP] appear.

4 Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then

press .

The Setup Display appears.

5 Press X/x to select [HDMI SETUP], then

press .

The options for [HDMI SETUP] appear.

6 Press X/x to select [HDMI

RESOLUTION], then press .

7 Press X/x to select the desired setting,

then press .

• [AUTO (1920 outputs the optimal video signal for the connected TV.

• [1920 × 1080i* video signals.

• [1280 720p* video signals.

× 1080p)]: The system

× 1080i]: The system outputs 1920

× 720p]: The system outputs 1280 ×

• [720

× 480p]**: The system outputs 720 ×

480p* video signals.

* i: interlace, p: progressive

** Depending on the country model, [720 × 576p]

may appear.

Note

• When “HDMI” lights up in the front panel display, images other than [720 × 480p] or [720 × 576p] are stretched vertically.

Does your TV accept progressive signals?

Progressive is the method for displaying TV images which reduces flickering and sharpens the image. To use this method, you need to connect to a TV that accepts progressive signals.

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“DVD” appears in the front panel display.

2 Press DISPLAY while the system is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

3 Press X/x to select [SETUP],

then press .

The options for [SETUP] appear.

4 Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then

press .

The Setup Display appears.

5 Press X/x to select [VIDEO SETUP],

then press .

The options for [VIDEO SETUP] appear.

6 Press X/x to select [PROGRESSIVE

(COMPONENT OUT)], then press .

7 Press X/x to select the desired setting,

then press .

[OFF]: The system does not output progressive signals. 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.

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[ON]: The system outputs progressive signals. Select this setting when:

– your TV accepts progressive signals,

and,

– the TV is connected to the

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks.

When you select [ON], the confirmation

Getting Started

display appears. Follow the Steps below.

8 Press C/c to select [START].

The system outputs the progressive signal for 5 seconds. Check that the screen is displayed correctly.

9 Press C/c to select [YES].

The system outputs the progressive signal. When you select [NO], the system does not output the progressive signal.

Step 4: Enjoying Sound from all the Speakers

You can enjoy DVD, TV, or VCR sound from all the speakers in this system.

FUNCTION +/–

SYSTEM MENU

X/x/c,

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

the desired function appears in the front panel display.

Each time you press FUNCTION +/–, the function changes as follows.

“DVD” t “TUNER FM” t “TUNER AM” t “USB”* t “TV/VIDEO” t “DMPORT”** t “AUDIO” t …

Function Source

“DVD” Disc that is played by the

“TUNER FM”/ ”TUNER AM”

“USB”* USB device (page 67)

“TV/VIDEO” TV (or the component that

“DMPORT”** DIGITAL MEDIA PORT

“AUDIO” Portable audio source (that

system

FM/AM radio (page 61)

is connected to the TV/ VIDEO jacks on the rear panel)

adapter (page 76)

is connected to the AUDIO IN jack on the front panel)

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* DAV-DZ270 only

** DAV-HDZ278 only

Note

• When you use both the TV/VIDEO (AUDIO IN) jacks (analog connection) and TV/VIDEO (COAXIAL or OPTICAL DIGITAL IN) jack (digital connection) at the same time, the digital connection takes priority (DAV-HDZ278 only).

2 Press SYSTEM MENU. 3 Press X/x repeatedly until “DEC.

MODE” appears in the front panel display, then press or c.

4 Press X/x repeatedly until the

decoding mode you want appears in the front panel display.

When you want to output the TV sound or stereo sound of a 2 channel source from the six speakers, select the “PRO LOGIC,” “PLII MOVIE,” or “PLII MUSIC” decoding mode. For details, see page 32.

5 Press .

The setting is made.

6 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The system menu turns off.

Note

• Depending on your TV, you ma y need to turn off your TV’s speaker to enjoy surround sound of the system.

• When listening to audio files using a portable audio source, you can enhance the sound. Press FUNCTION +/– to select “AUDIO.” Connect the portable audio source. Select “A.F.D. STD” for “DEC. MODE.” To cancel, select other than “A.F.D. STD.”

To prevent distortion, reduce the input level on the unit.

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“TV/VIDEO” or “AUDIO” appears in the front panel display.

2 Press SYSTEM MENU. 3 Press X/x repeatedly until

“ATTENUATE” appears in the front panel display, then press or c.

4 Press X/x to select a setting.

• “ATT ON”: You can attenuate the input level. The output level is changed.

• “ATT OFF”: Normal input level.

5 Press .

The setting is made.

6 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The system menu turns off.

Getting Started

Changing the input level of the sound from connected components

Distortion may occur when you listen to a component connected to the TV/VIDEO jacks on the rear panel, or to the AUDIO IN jack on the front panel. Distortion is not a malfunction and will depend on the component connected.

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Sound Adjustment

Enjoying Surround Sound by Using Decoding Mode

You can enjoy surround sound simply by selecting one of the system’s pre-programmed decoding modes. They bring exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters into your home.

SYSTEM

X/x/c,

1 Press SYSTEM MENU. 2 Press X/x repeatedly until “DEC. MODE” appears in the front panel display, then press

or c.

3 Press X/x repeatedly until the decoding mode you want appears in the front panel

display.

Display Decoding mode Effect

“A.F.D. STD” AUTO FORMAT

“A.F.D. MULTI” AUTO FORMAT

“PRO LOGIC” Dolby Pro Logic Performs Pro Logic decoding to the input signal and simulates

DIRECT STANDARD

DIRECT MULTI

Presents sound as it was recorded/encoded.

Depending on the source, the speakers that output sound will vary.

2 channel source: Sound that is recorded in 2 channel (front left and right channel) is also assigned to the surround left and right channel. This mode outputs sound from the front left and right speakers, surround left and right speakers, and subwoofer. The center speaker does not output any sound.

Multi channel source: Depending on the source, speakers that output the sound will vary.

surround sound from 2 channel sources.

This mode outputs sound from all the speakers and subwoofer. Sound may not be output from all speakers depending on the source.

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Display Decoding mode Effect

“PLII MOVIE” Dolby Pro Logic II

MOVIE

“PLII MUSIC” Dolby Pro Logic II

MUSIC

“2CH STEREO” 2 CHANNEL

STEREO

“HP 2CH” HEADPHONE

2 CHANNEL STEREO

“HP VIRTUAL” HEADPHONE

VIRTUAL

Performs Pro Logic II movie mode decoding to the input signal and produces five full-ba ndwidth output channels from 2 channe l sources. This setting is ideal for watching videos of overdubbed or old movies.

This mode outputs sound from all the speakers and subwoofer. Sound may not be output from all speakers depending on the source.

Performs Pro Logic II music mode decoding to the input signal and produces five full-ba ndwidth output channels from 2 channe l sources. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as a CD.

This mode outputs sound from all the speakers and subwoofer. Sound may not be output from all speakers depending on the source.

Outputs the sound from the front left and right speakers and subwoofer. Multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channels.

Outputs the sound from headphone left and right. Multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channels.

Outputs the sound as surround from headphone left and right. This mode is effective only when a multi channel source is played.

4 Press .

The setting is made.

5 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The system menu turns off.

To turn the surround effect off

Select “A.F.D. STD” or “2CH STEREO” for “DEC. MODE.”

Note

• When the input signal is multi channel source, “PRO LOGIC,” “PLII MOVIE,” and “PLII MUSIC” are canceled and the multi channel source is output directly.

• When the bilingual broadcast sound is input, “PRO LOGIC,” “PLII MOVIE,” and “PLII MUSIC” are not effective.

• You cannot select the decoding mode when the unit is reading the files in the USB device or recording/copying songs (DAV-DZ270 only).

• Depending on the input stream, the decoding mode may not by effective.

• When you select “A.F.D. MULTI,” the surround or stereo effect may not be effective. In this case, select “A.F.D. STD,” “PRO LOGIC,” “PLII MOVIE,” or “PLII MUSIC.”

Sound Adjustment

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Selecting the Sound

Enjoying Multiplex

Mode

You can select a suitable sound mode for movies or music.

SOUND MODE

Press SOUND MODE repeatedly during playback until the desired mode appears in the front panel display.

• “AUTO”: The system selects “MOVIE” or “MUSIC” automatically to produce the sound effect depending on the disc.

• “MOVIE”: The system provides the sound for movies.

• “MUSIC”: The system provides the sound for music.

Note

• You cannot operate these setup items when you

connect headphones to the unit.

Broadcast Sound

(DUAL MONO)

(DAV-HDZ278 only)

You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when the system receives or plays the Dolby Digital multiplex broadcast signal.

Note

• To receive the Dolby Digital signal, you need to connect a TV or other component to the unit with an optical or coaxial digital cord (page 18) and set the digital output mode of the TV or other component to Dolby Digital.

AUDIO

Press AUDIO repeatedly until the desired signal appears in the front panel display.

•“MAIN”: Sound of the main language will be

output.

• “SUB”: Sound of the sub language will be

output.

• “MAIN+SUB”: Mixed sound of both the main

and sub languages will be output.

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Disc

Playing a Disc

Place one disc on the tray, and then press A.

Depending on the DVD VIDEO or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your disc.

Adjust the volume

"/1

STEP

Disc tray

/m/

FUNCTION

Connect headphones

"/1

FUNCTION +/–

MUTING

VOLUME +/–

./> H

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 A. 5 Load a disc.

Disc

Note

• 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.

• Do not forcibly press the disc tray closed with

your finger, as this may cause malfunction.

• Do not place more than one disc on the tray.

6 Press H.

The system starts playback (continuous play).

7 Adjust the volume by using VOLUME +/

– on the remote or the VOLUME control on the unit.

The volume level appears on the TV screen and in the front panel display.

Note

• Depending on the system status, the volume level may not appear on the TV screen.

• When you set the Control for HDMI function to on, the TV that is connected to the system with an HDMI cable (not supplied) can be sync-operated with the system. For details, see “Using the Control for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” Sync” (page 64).

• When you connect the system and TV with an HDMI cable (not supplied), you can operate them simply, using the Control for HDMI function. For details, see “Using the Control for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” Sync” (page 64).

To turn the system off

Press "/1 while the system is on. The system enters standby mode.

To save power in standby mode

Press "/1 while the system is on. To enter power saving mode, make sure that the system is in the following status.

– “DEMO” is set to “OFF” (page 26).

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– [CONTROL FOR HDMI] is set to [OFF]

(page 64).

To use the headphones

Connect the headphones to PHONES jack on the unit. The sound of the system is muted.

Other operations

To Press

Stop x Pause X Resume play after pause X or H

Go to the next chapter, track, or scene

Go back to the preceding chapter, track, or scene

Turn off the sound temporarily

Stop play and remove the desired disc

Locate a point quickly by playing a disc in fast forward or fast reverse

1)2)

(Scan)

Watch frame by frame (Slow-motion Play)

Play one frame at a time (Freeze Frame)

3)5)6)

MUTING.

To cancel, press it again or VOLUME + to adjust the sound volume.

A on the unit.

M/ or /m while

playing a disc. Each time you press M/ or / m during scan, the playback speed changes. To return to normal speed, press H. Actual speeds may differ with some discs.

M/ or /m4)

while the system is in pause mode. Each time you press M/ or /m during Slow-motion Play, the playback speed changes. Two speeds are available. To return to normal playback speed, press H.

STEP to go to the next frame while th e system is in pause mode. Press STEP

to go to the preceding frame while th e system is in pause mode (DVD VIDEO/ DVD-R/DVD-RW only). To return to normal playback, press H.

To Press

Replay the previous scene (10 seconds

before)

Briefly fast forward the current scene (30 seconds after)

Except for JPEG image files.

Scan speeds may differ with some discs.

DVD VIDEO, DVD-R, DVD-RW, VIDEO CD only.

Except for VIDEO CDs.

You cannot search for a still picture on a DVD-VR.

For a DATA CD/DATA DVD, this function works

(instant replay) durin g

playback.

(instant advance)

during playback.

only for DivX video files (except for United Kingdom and North American models).

DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW/DVD-R only.

The button can be used except for DivX video files (except for United Kingdom and North American models).

DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW/DVD-R/DVD+RW/

DVD+R only. The button can be used except for DivX video files (except for United Kingdom and North American models).

Note

• You may not be able to use the instant replay or instant advance function with some scenes.

Displaying multi-angles and subtitles

To change the angles

If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on a DVD VIDEO, you can change the viewing angle.

Press ANGLE during playback to select the desired angle.

Note

• Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may not be able to change the angle even if multi-angles are recorded on the DVD VIDEO.

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To display the subtitles

* *

* Except for United Kingdom and North American

models.

If subtitles are recorded on a disc, you can turn the subtitles on/off during playback. If multilingual subtitles are recorded on the disc, you can change the subtitle language during playback, or turn the subtitles on/off whenever you want.

Press SUBTITLE during playback to select the desired subtitle language.

Note

• Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may not be able to change the subtitles even if multilingual subtitles are recorded on the disc. You also may not be able to turn them off.

• You can change the subtitles if the DivX video file has an “.AVI” or “.DIVX” extension and contains subtitle information within the same file (except for United Kingdom and North American models).

Changing the sound

When the system is playing a DVD VIDEO or DATA CD/DATA DVD (DivX video files*) recorded in multiple audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital, MPEG audio, or DTS), you can change the audio format. If the DVD VIDEO is recorded with multilingual tracks, you can also change the language. With a VIDEO CD, CD, DATA CD, or DATA DVD, 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. You cannot change the sound for a Super Audio CD.

* Except for United Kingdom and North American

models.

Press AUDIO repeatedly during playback to select the desired audio signal.

x DVD VIDEO

Depending on the DVD VIDEO, the choice of language varies.

When 4 digits are displayed, they indicate a language code. See “Language Code List” (page 102) to confirm which language the code represents. When the same language is displayed two or more times, the DVD VIDEO is recorded in multiple audio formats.

x DVD-VR

The types of sound tracks recorded on a disc are displayed. Example:

•[1: MAIN]

(main sound)

• [1: SUB] (sub sound)

• [1: MAIN+SUB] (main and sub sound)

•[2: MAIN]

•[2: SUB]

•[2: MAIN+SUB]

Note

• [2: MAIN], [2: SUB], and [2: MAIN+SUB] do not appear when one audio stream is recorded on the disc.

x VIDEO CD/CD/DATA CD (MP3 file)/DATA DVD (MP3 file)

•[STEREO]: The standard stereo sound.

• [1/L]: The sound of the left channel

(monaural).

• [2/R]: The sound of the right channel

(monaural).

x DATA CD (DivX video file) /DATA DVD (DivX video file) (Except for United Kingdom and North American models)

The choice of DATA CD or DATA DVD audio signal formats differ, depending on the DivX video file contained on the disc. The format is shown in the display.

x Super VCD

• [1:STEREO]: The stereo sound of the audio

track 1.

• [1:1/L]: The sound of the left channel of the

audio track 1 (monaural).

• [1:2/R]: The sound of the right channel of the

audio track 1 (monaural).

• [2:STEREO]: The stereo sound of the audio

track 2.

• [2:1/L]: The sound of the left channel of the

audio track 2 (monaural).

• [2:2/R]: The sound of the right channel of the

audio track 2 (monaural).

Disc

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Note

• While the system is playing a Super VCD on which the audio track 2 is not recorded, no sound will come out when you select [2:STEREO], [2:1/L], or [2:2/R].

Checking the audio signal format

* *

* Except for United Kingdom and North American

models.

If you press AUDIO repeatedly during playback, the format of the current audio signal (PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.) appears as shown below.

x DVD

Example:

Dolby Digital 5.1 channel

LFE (Low

Surround (L/R)

1: ENGLISH

Front (L/R) + Center

Currently playing program format

Example:

Dolby Digital 3 channel

Front (L/R)

1:SPANISH

Currently playing program format

Frequency Effect)

DOLBY DIGITAL 3 / 2 . 1

CL R

LFE

LS RS

Surround (Monaural)

DOLBY DIGITAL 2 / 1

L R

x DATA CD (DivX video file)/DATA DVD (DivX video file) (Except for United Kingdom and North American models)

Example:

MP3 audio

1:MP3 128k

Bit rate

Selecting a playback area for a Super Audio CD

You can play the Super Audio CD (page 101) by selecting the playback area.

To select a playback area on a 2 channel + Multi-channel Super Audio CD

Some Super Audio CDs consist of a 2 channel playback area and a multi-channel playback area. You can select the playback area you want to listen to.

1 Press DISPLAY while the system is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

2 Press X/x to select [MULTI/

2CH], then press .

The options for [MULTI/2CH] appear.

3 Press X/x to select the desired setting

and press .

• [MULTI]: You can play the multi-channel playback area.

• [2CH]: You can play the 2 channel playback area.

Note

• You cannot change the playback area during playback.

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To select a playback layer when

playing a hybrid Super Audio CD

Some Super Audio CDs consist of an HD layer and a CD layer. You can select the playback layer you want to listen to.

Note

• When the Super Audio CD does not have the HD layer, you cannot select the playback layer.

1 Press DISPLAY while the system is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

2 Press X/x to select [SUPER

AUDIO CD/CD LAYER], then press .

The options for [SUPER AUDIO CD/CD LAYER] appear.

3 Press X/x to select the desired setting

and press .

• [SUPER AUDIO CD]: You can play the HD layer. When the system is playing a HD layer, “SA-CD” lights up in the front panel display

• [CD]: You can play the CD layer. When the system is playing a CD layer, “CD” lights up in the front panel display.

Note

• Each play mode function works only within the selected layer or playback area.

• When you select a CD layer, you cannot change a playback area.

• Super Audio CD audi o signals are not output from the HDMI OUT jack.

1 Start playing a VIDEO CD with PBC

functions.

The menu for your selection appears.

2 Select the item number you want using

the number buttons.

3 Press . 4 Follow the instructions in the menu for

interactive operations.

Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the disc, as the operating procedure may differ depending on the VIDEO CD.

To go back to the menu

Press O RETURN.

Note

• Depending on the VIDEO CD, [Press ENTER] in Step 3 may appear as [Press SELECT] in the operating instructions supplied with the disc. In this case, press H.

• To play without using the PBC function, press ./ > or the number buttons while the system is in stop

mode to select a track, then press H or . The system starts playback. You cannot play still pictures such as a menu. To return to PBC playback, press x twice, then press H.

Resuming playback from the point where you stopped the disc

(Resume Play)

Disc

Playing a VIDEO CD with PBC functions (Ver.2.0)

(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 a VIDEO CD interactively by following the menu on the TV screen.

When you stop the disc, the system remembers the point where you pressed x and “RESUME” appears in the front panel display. As long as you do not remove the disc, Resume Play will work even if the system is set to standby mode by pressing "/1.

1 While playing a disc, press x to stop

playback.

“RESUME” appears in the front panel display.

2 Press H.

The system starts playback from the point where you stopped the disc in Step 1.

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Note

• Depending on where you stop the disc, the system may not resume playback from exactly the same point.

• The point where you stopped playing may be cleared when:

– you eject the disc.

– the system enters standby mode (DATA CD/

DATA DVD only).

– you change or reset the settings on the Setup

Display.

– you change the parental control level.

– you change the function by pressing FUNCTION

+/–.

– you disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).

• For a DVD-VR, VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD, CD, DATA CD, or DATA DVD, the system remembers the resume playback point for the current disc.

• Resume Play does not work during Program Play and Shuffle Play.

• This function may not work properly with some discs.

• To play from the beginn ing of the disc, press x twice, then press H.

To enjoy a disc that is played before by resume playback

(Multi-disc Resume)

This system recalls the point where you stopped the disc the last time it was played and resumes playback from that point the next time you insert the same disc. When the resume playback memory is full, the resume playback point for the earliest disc is deleted. To activate this function, set [MULTI-DISC RESUME] in [SYSTEM SETUP] to [ON]. For details, see “[MULTI-DISC RESUME] (DVD VIDEO/VIDEO CD only)” (page 58).

Note

• This system can store at least 10 resume playback points.

• If [MULTI-DISC RESUME] in [SYSTEM SETUP] is set to [OFF] (page 58), the resume point is cleared when you change the function by pressing FUNCTION +/–.

• To play from the beginn ing of the disc, press x twice, then press H.

Using Play Mode

Creating your own program

(Program Play)

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 99 tracks.

1 Press DISPLAY.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

2 Press X/x to select [PROGRAM],

then press .

The options for [PROGRAM] appear.

3 Press X/x to select [SET t], then

press .

Total time of the programmed tracks

PROGRAM 0: 00:00

ALL CLEAR

1. TRACK

2. TRACK

3. TRACK

4. TRACK

5. TRACK

6. TRACK

7. TRACK

– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –

Tracks recorded on a disc

4 Press c.

The cursor moves to the track row [T] (in this case, [01]).

PROGRAM 0: 00:00

ALL CLEAR

1. TRACK

2. TRACK

3. TRACK

4. TRACK

5. TRACK

6. TRACK

7. TRACK

– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –

5 Select the track you want to program.

For example, select track [02]. Press X/x to select [02] under [T], then

press .

01 02 03 04 05 06

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Selected track

PROGRAM 0: 03:51

ALL CLEAR

1. TRACK

2. TRACK

3. TRACK

4. TRACK

5. TRACK

6. TRACK

7. TRACK

Total time of the programmed tracks

02 – – – – – – – – – – – – – –

01 02 03 04 05 06

6 To program other tracks, repeat Steps

4 to 5.

The programmed tracks are displayed in the selected order.

7 Press H to start Program Play.

Program Play starts. When the program ends, you can restart the same program again by pressing H.

To return to normal play

Press CLEAR while the display for the program setting is not displayed on the TV screen, or select [OFF] in Step 3. To play the same program again, select [ON] in Step 3 and press

To turn off the Control Menu display

Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu display is turned off.

To change or cancel a program

1 Follow Steps 1 to 3 of “Creating your

own program.”

2 Press X/x to select the program

number of the track you want to change or cancel.

If you want to delete the track from the program, press CLEAR.

3 Follow Step 5 for new programming.

To cancel a program, select [--] under [T], then press .

To cancel all of the tracks in the programmed order

1 Follow Steps 1 to 3 of “Creating your

own program.”

2 Press X and select [ALL CLEAR]. 3 Press .

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Playing in random order

(Shuffle Play)

You can play the contents on a disc in random order. Subsequent Shuffle Play may produce a different playing order.

Note

• Same song may be played repeatedly when you are playing MP3 files.

1 Press DISPLAY during playback.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

2 Press X/x to select [SHUFFLE],

then press .

The options for [SHUFFLE] appear.

3 Press X/x to select the item to be

shuffled.

x VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD/CD

•[OFF]: Off.

• [TRACK]: You can shuffle tracks on the disc.

x During Program Play

•[OFF]: Off.

• [ON]: You can shuffle tracks selected in Program Play.

x DATA CD (except for DivX video file*)/DATA DVD (except for DivX video file*)

•[OFF]: Off.

• [ON (MUSIC)]: You can shuffle MP3 files in the folder on the current disc. When no folder is selected, the first folder will play in random order.

* Except for United Kingdom and North

American models.

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4 Press .

Shuffle Play starts.

To return to normal play

Press CLEAR, or select [OFF] in Step 3.

To turn off the Control Menu display

Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu display is turned off.

Note

• You cannot use Shuffle Play with a VIDEO CD or Super VCD with PBC playback.

x DATA CD/DATA DVD

• [OFF]: Off.

• [DISC]: You can repeat all of the folders on the disc.

• [FOLDER]: You can repeat the current folder.

• [TRACK] (MP3 files only): You can repeat the current file.

• [FILE] (DivX video files only): You can repeat the current file (except for United Kingdom and North American models).

4 Press .

The item is selected.

Playing repeatedly

(Repeat Play)

You can play the contents on a disc repeatedly. You can use a combination of Shuffle Play or Program Play modes.

1 Press DISPLAY during playback.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

2 Press X/x to select [REPEAT],

then press .

The options for [REPEAT] appear.

3 Press X/x to select the item to be

repeated.

x DVD VIDEO/DVD-VR

•[OFF]: Off.

• [DISC]: You can repeat all of the titles on the disc.

• [TITLE]: You can repeat the current title on a disc.

• [CHAPTER]: You can repeat the current chapter.

x VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD/CD

•[OFF]: Off.

• [DISC]: You can repeats all of the tracks on the disc.

• [TRACK]: You can repeat the current track.

To return to normal play

Press CLEAR, or select [OFF] in Step 3.

To turn off the Control Menu display

Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu display is turned off.

Note

• You cannot use Repeat Play with a VIDEO CD or Super VCD with PBC playback.

• When the system is playing a DATA CD/DATA DVD which contains MP3 files and JPEG image files, and their playing time is not the same, the audio sound will not match the image.

• When [MODE (MUSIC, IMAGE)] is set to [IMAGE] (page 46), you cannot select [TRACK].

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Searching/Selecting a Disc

Selecting [ORIGINAL] or [PLAY LIST] on a DVD-VR

Using the DVD’s menu

A DVD is divided into a lot of sections, which make up a picture or music feature. These sections are called “titles.” When you play a DVD which contains several titles, you can select the title you want using DVD TOP MENU. When you play a DVD that allows you to select items such as the language for the subtitles and the language for the sound, select these items using DVD MENU.

1 Press DVD TOP MENU or DVD MENU.

The disc’s menu appears on the TV screen. The contents of the menu vary depending on the disc.

2 Press C/X/x/c or the number buttons to

select the item you want to play or change.

3 Press .

To display the DVD’s menu on the Control Menu display

1 Press DISPLAY during playback.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

2 Press X/x to select [DISC

MENU], then press .

The options for [DISC MENU] appear.

3 Press X/x to select [MENU] or [TOP

MENU].

4 Press .

To turn off the Control Menu display

Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu display is turned off.

This function is only available for DVD-VRs with a playlist created.

1 Press DISPLAY while the system is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

2 Press X/x to select [ORIGINAL/

PLAY LIST], then press .

The options for [ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST] appear.

3 Press X/x to select a setting.

• [PLAY LIST]: You can play the titles

created from [ORIGINAL] for editing.

• [ORIGINAL]: You can play the titles

originally recorded.

4 Press .

Searching for a title/chapter/ track/scene, etc.

You can search a DVD VIDEO/DVD-VR by title or chapter, and you can search a VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD/CD/DATA CD/DATA DVD by track, index, or scene. For a DATA CD/ DATA DVD, you can search by folder or file. As titles and tracks are assigned unique numbers on the disc, you can select the desired title or track by entering its number. Or, you can search for a scene using the time code.

1 Press DISPLAY. (When playing a

DATA CD/DATA DVD with JPEG image files, press DISPLAY twice.)

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

2 Press X/x to select the search method.

Example: [CHAPTER] [** (**)] is selected (** refers to a number).

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The number in parentheses indicates the

total number of titles, chapters, tracks, indexes, scenes, folders, or files.

98( 99) 13( 99) T 0: 03: 17

Selected row

DVD VIDEO

3 Press .

[** (**)] changes to [– – (**)].

98( 99)

13( 99)

T 0: 03: 17

DVD VIDEO

4 Press X/x or the number buttons to

select the desired number of the title, chapter, track, index, scene, etc.

If you make a mistake, press CLEAR to cancel the number.

5 Press .

The system starts playback from the selected number.

• When the C ontrol Menu display is turned off, you can search for a chapter (DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/DVDRW), track (VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD/CD), or file (DATA CD/DATA DVD (DivX video file))* by pressing the number buttons and .

* Except for United Kingdom and North American

models.

To search for a scene using the time code

3 Input the time code using the number

buttons.

For example, to find the scene at 2 hours, 10 minutes, and 20 seconds after the beginning. Press 2, 1, 0, 2, 0 ([2:10:20]).

4 Press .

Note

• You cannot search for a scene on a DVD+RW using the time code.

1 In Step 2, select [TIME].

[T **:**:**] (playing time of the current title) is selected.

2 Press .

[T **:**:**] changes to [T --:--:--].

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Playing MP3 Files/JPEG Image Files

You can play the MP3 files or JPEG image files:

• which have the extension “.MP3” (MP3 file) or “.JPG”/“.JPEG” (JPEG image file)

• which conform to the DCF* image file format

* “Design rule for Camera File system”: Image

standards for digital cameras regulated by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).

Note

• The system will play any data with the extension

“.MP3,” “.JPG,” or “.JPEG” even if they are not in MP3 or JPEG format. Playing these data may generate a loud noise which could damage your speaker system.

• The system does not conform to audio in MP3PRO

format.

• The system can recognize up to 200 folders, and will

not play any folders beyond the 200t h. (Depe nding on the folder configuration, the number of folders that can be recognized by the system may decrease.)

• The system can recognize up to 150 MP3 files/JPEG

image files in a folder.

• The system may take longer time to playback, when

progressing to the following folder or jump to other folder.

• The system ma y not play certain types of JPEG image

files (ex. a JPEG image file that is less than 8 (width) × 8 (height)).

Selecting an MP3 file or folder

1 Load a DATA CD or DATA DVD.

The folders recorded on the DATA CD or DATA DVD appear. When a fo lder is being played, its title is shaded.

2 Press X/x to select a folder.

x To play MP3 files in a folder

Press H to start playing the selected folder.

x To select a MP3 file

Press . The list of files contained in the folder appears.

TRACK LIST

03 In the Middle of Nowher...

01_Geronimo_s_Cadillac 02_Riding_On_A_White_Swan 03_Give_Me_Peace_On_Earth 04_Sweet_Little_Shella 05_Ten_Thousand_Lonely_Drums 06_Lonely_Tears_In_Chinatown 07_In_Shaire

Press X/x to select a file and press . The system starts playing the selected file.

You can turn the file list off by pressing DVD MENU. Pressing DVD MENU again will display the folder list.

To stop playback

Press x.

To play the next or previous MP3 file

Press >/.. Note that you can select the next folder by continuing to press > after the last file on the current folder, but that you cannot return to the previous folder by pressing .. To return to the previous folder, select the folder from the folder list.

To return to the previous display

Press O RETURN.

To turn off the display

Press DVD MENU.

Disc

FOLDER LIST

01 Let's Talk About Love (1985) 02 1st Album (1986) 03 In the Middle of Nowhere (1986) 04 Ready for Romance (1986) 05 In the Garden of Venus (1987) 06 Romantic Warriors (1987) 07 Back for Good (1988) 08 Alone (1999)

Selecting a JPEG image file or folder

1 Load a DATA CD or DATA DVD.

The folders recorded on the DATA CD or DATA DVD appear. When a folder is being played, its title is shaded.

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FOLDER LIST

2 Press X/x to select a folder.

x To play JPEG image files in a folder

Press H to start playing the selected folder.

x To select a JPEG image file by displaying the subscreens

Press PICTURE NAVI. Images of JPEG image files in the folder

appear in 16 subscreens.

return to the previous folder, select the folder from the folder list.

To rotate a JPEG image file

When a JPEG image file is displayed on the TV screen, you can rotate the JPEG image file by 90 degrees. Press X/x while viewing a JPEG image file. Press CLEAR to return to normal view.

Note

• You cannot rotate the JPEG image file when you set [JPEG RESOLUTION] in [HDMI SETUP] to [(1920 × 1080i) HD ] or [(1920 × 1080i) HD] (page 56).

To stop playback

Press x.

Displaying the list of MP3 files/JPEG image files

1234

5678

9101112

13 14 15 16

Press C/X/x/c to select the JPEG image file you want to view, then press . To return to normal screen, press O RETURN.

Note

• PICTURE NAVI does not work when you set [MODE (MUSIC, IMAGE)] to [MUSIC].

• A scroll box is displayed at the right side of the TV screen. To display the additional JPEG image files, select the bottom JPEG image file and press x. To return to the previous JPEG image file, select the top JPEG image file and press X.

To play the next or previous JPEG image file

Press c/C when the Control Menu display is not displayed. Note that you can select the next folder by continuing to press c after the last image on the current folder, but that you cannot return to the previous folder by pressing C. To

1 Press DISPLAY during playback.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

2 Press X/x to select

[BROWSING], then press .

The options for [BROWSING] appear.

3 Press X/x to select the desired list,

then press .

• [FOLDER LIST]: The list of folders appears. Follow Step 2 of “Selecting an MP3 file or folder.”

• [PICTURE LIST]: Images of JPEG image files in the folder appear in 16 subscreens. Follow Step 2 of “Selecting a JPEG image file or folder.”

Playing MP3 files and JPEG image files as a slide show with sound

You can play a slide show with sound by first placing both MP3 files and JPEG image files in the same folder on a DATA CD or DATA DVD.

1 Load a DATA CD or DATA DVD.

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2 Press DISPLAY while the system is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

3 Press X/x to select [MODE

(MUSIC, IMAGE)], then press .

The options for [MODE (MUSIC, IMAGE)] appear.

4 Press X/x to select a setting.

•[AUTO]: You can play both the JPEG image files and MP3 files in the same folder as a slide show.

• [MUSIC]: You can play only MP3 files continuously.

• [IMAGE]: You can play only JPEG image files as a slide show.

5 Press . 6 Press DVD MENU.

The list of folders recorded on the DATA CD or DATA DVD appears.

7 Press X/x to select the desired folder

and press H.

The system starts playing the selected folder. You can turn the folder list on/off by pressing DVD MENU repeatedly.

Note

• If you set [MODE (MUSIC, IMAGE)] to [IMAGE] on a disc that contains MP3 files only or [MUSIC] on a disc that contains JPEG image files only, you may not be able to change the [MODE (MUSIC, IMAGE)] setting.

• PICTURE NAVI does not work when [MUSIC] is selected.

• If you play large MP3 file and JPEG image file at the same time, the sound may skip. Sony recommends that you set the MP3 bit rate to 128 kbps or lower when creating the file. If the sound still skips, reduce the size of the JPEG image file.

To select the slide show duration of JPEG image files

1 Press DISPLAY twice.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

2 Press X/x to select [INTERVAL],

then press .

The options for [INTERVAL] appear.

3 Press X/x to select a setting.

• [NORMAL]: You can set to the standard duration.

• [FAST]: You can set the duration shorter than [NORMAL].

• [SLOW 1]: You can set the duration longer than [NORMAL].

• [SLOW 2]: You can set the duration longer than [SLOW 1].

4 Press .

Note

• Some JPEG image files may take longer to display than the option you selected. Especially progressive JPEG image files or JPEG image files of 3,000,000 pixels or more.

• Duration of interval depends on the [JPEG RESOLUTION] setting in [HDMI SETUP] (page 55).

To select an effect for JPEG image files in the slide show

1 Press DISPLAY twice.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

2 Press X/x to select [EFFECT],

then press .

The options for [EFFECT] appear.

3 Press X/x to select a setting.

• [MODE 1]: The JPEG image file sweeps in from top to bottom.

• [MODE 2]: The JPEG image file stretches out from left to right of the TV screen.

• [MODE 3]: The JPEG image file stretches out from the center of the TV screen.

• [MODE 4]: The JPEG image files randomly cycle through the effects.

• [MODE 5]: The next JPEG image file slides over the previous image.

• [OFF]: Off.

4 Press .

Note

• The [EFFECT] setting is not effective when you set [JPEG RESOLUTION] in [HDMI SETUP] to [(1920 × 1080i) HD ] or [(1920 × 1080i) HD] (page 56).

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Enjoying DivX® Videos

(Except for United Kingdom and North American models)

About DivX video files

DivX® is a video file compression technology, developed by DivX, Inc. This product is an official DivX® Certified product. You can play a DATA CD or DATA DVD that contains DivX® video files.

A DATA CD or DATA DVD that the system can play

Playback of a DATA CD (CD-ROM/CD-R/CDRW) or DATA DVD (DVD-ROM/DVD-R/ DVD-RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW) on this system is subject to certain conditions:

– With a DATA CD/DATA DVD that contains

DivX video files in addition to MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files, the system plays

only the DivX video files. However, this system only plays a DATA CD of format ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2 or Joliet, and a DATA DVD of Universal Disk Format (UDF). Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the disc drives and the recording software (not supplied) for details on the recording format.

About playback order of data on a DATA CD or DATA DVD

Note that the playback order may not be applicable, depending on the software used for creating the DivX video file, or if there are more than 200 folders and 150 DivX video files in each folder.

Note

• The system may not be able to play some DATA

CDs/DATA DVDs created in the Packet Write format.

DivX video files that the system can play

The system can play data that is recorded in DivX format, and which has the extension

“.AVI,” or “.DIVX.” The system will not play files with the extension “.AVI” or “.DIVX” if they do not contain a DivX video.

• For details about playable MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files on a DATA CD or DATA DVD, see “Playable Discs” (page 6).

Note

• The system may not play a DivX video file when the file has been combined from two or more DivX video files.

• The system cannot play a DivX video file of size more than 720 (width) × 576 (height) or 2GB.

• Depending on the DivX video file, sound may skip or not match the pictures on the TV screen.

• The system cannot play some DivX video files that are longer than 3 hours.

• Depending on the DivX video file, the picture may pause or be unclear. In whi ch case, it is recommended that you create the file at a lower bit rate. If the sound is still noisy, MP3 is the recommended audio format. Note, however, this system does not conform to WMA (Windows Media Audio) format for playing DivX files.

• Because of the compression technology used for DivX video files, it may take some time after you press H for the picture to appear.

Selecting a folder

1 Press DVD MENU.

A list of folders on the disc appears. Only folders that contain DivX video files are listed.

FOLDER LIST

SUMMER 2003 NEW YEAR'S DAY MY FAVOURITES

2 Press X/x to select the folder you want

to play.

3 Press H.

The system starts playing the selected folder.

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To select DivX video files, see “Selecting a

DivX video file” (page 49).

To go to the next or previous page

Press / .

To turn off the display

Press DVD MENU repeatedly.

To stop playback

Press x.

Selecting a DivX video file

1 After Step 2 of “Selecting a folder,”

press .

The list of files in the folder appears.

FILE LIST

MY FAVOURITES

HAWAII 2004 VENUS

.. To return to the previous folder, select it from the folder list.

• If the number of viewing times is preset, you can play the DivX video files as many times as the preset number. The following occurrences are counted:

– when the system is turned off.

– when another file is played.

– when the disc tray is opened.

Disc

2 Press X/x to select a file and press .

The selected file starts playing.

To go to the next or previous page

Press / .

To return to the previous display

Press O RETURN.

To stop playback

Press x.

To play the next or previous DivX video file without turning on the above file list

You can select the next or previous DivX video file in the same folder by pressing >/.. You can also select the first file of the next folder by pressing > during playback of the last file of the current folder. Note that you cannot return to the previous folder by pressing

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Adjusting the Delay

Restricting Playback of Between the Picture and Sound

[A/V SYNC]

* *

* Except for United Kingdom and North American

models

When the sound does not match the pictures on the TV screen, you can adjust the delay between the picture and sound.

1 Press DISPLAY.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

2 Press X/x to select [A/V SYNC],

then press .

The options for [A/V SYNC] appear.

3 Press X/x to select a setting.

•[OFF]: Off.

• [ON]: You can adjust the difference between picture and sound.

4 Press .

Note

• Depending on the inpu t stream, [A/V SYNC] may not be effective.

the Disc

[PARENTAL CONTROL]

Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be limited according to a predetermined level such as the age of the users. Scenes may be blocked or replaced with different scenes. You can set the playback restriction by registering a password. When you set the [PARENTAL CONTROL] function to on, you need to enter the password to play restricted discs.

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“DVD” appears in the front panel display.

2 Press DISPLAY while the system is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

3 Press X/x to select [SETUP],

then press .

The options for [SETUP] appear.

4 Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then

press .

The Setup Display appears.

5 Press X/x to select [SYSTEM SETUP],

then press .

The options for [SYSTEM SETUP] appear.

6 Press X/x to select [PARENTAL

CONTROL t], then press .

x If you have not entered a password

The display for registering a new password appears.

PARENTAL CONTROL

Enter a new 4-digit password, then press

ENTER

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Enter a 4-digit password using the number

buttons, then press . The display for confirming the password

appears.

x When you have already registered a password

The display for entering the password appears.

7 Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password

using the number buttons, then press

The display for setting the playback limitation level appears.

PARENTAL CONTROL

LEVEL: STANDARD: CHANGE PASSWORD:

OFF

USA

8 Press X/x to select [STANDARD], then

press .

The selection items for [STANDARD] are displayed.

9 Press X/x to select a geographic area

as the playback limitation level, then press .

The area is selected. When you select [OTHERS t], select and

enter a standard code in the table of “Parental Control Area Code List” (page 102) using the number buttons.

10 Press X/x to select [LEVEL], then press

The selection items for [LEVEL] are displayed.

11 Press X/x to select the desired level,

then press .

[PARENTAL CONTROL] setting is complete.

The lower the value, the stricter the limitation.

To turn off the [PARENTAL CONTROL] function

Set [LEVEL] to [OFF] in Step 11.

To play a disc for which [PARENTAL CONTROL] is set

1 Load the disc and press H.

The display for entering your password appears.

2 Enter your 4-digit password using the

number buttons, then press .

The system starts playback.

Note

• When you play discs which do not have the [PARENTAL CONTROL] function, playback cannot be limited on this system.

• Depending on the disc, 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 canceled, the level returns to the previous level.

• If you forget your password, remove the disc and repeat Steps 1 to 7 of “Restricting Playback of the Disc” (page 50). When you are asked to enter your password, enter “199703” using the number buttons, then press . The display will ask you to ente r a new 4-digit password. After you enter a new 4-digit password, replace the disc in the unit and press H. When the display for entering your password appears, enter your new password.

Changing the password

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“DVD” appears in the front panel display.

2 Press DISPLAY while the system is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

3 Press X/x to select [SETUP],

then press .

The options for [SETUP] appear.

4 Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then

press .

The Setup Display appears.

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5 Press X/x to select [SYSTEM SETUP],

then press .

The options for [SYSTEM SETUP] appear.

6 Press X/x to select [PARENTAL

CONTROL t], then press .

The display for entering the password appears.

7 Enter your 4-digit password using the

number buttons, then press .

8 Press X/x to select [CHANGE

PASSWORD t], then press .

9 Enter your 4-digit password using the

number buttons, then press .

10 Enter a new 4-digit password using the

number buttons, then press .

11 To confirm your password, re-enter it

using the number buttons, then press

If you make a mistake entering your password

Press C before you press , then input the correct number.

Using the Setup Display

You can make various adjustments of items such as picture and sound. Displayed items vary depending on the country model.

Note

• Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over the Setup Display settings and not all the functions described may work.

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“DVD” appears in the front panel display.

2 Press DISPLAY while the system is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

3 Press X/x to select [SETUP],

then press .

The options for [SETUP] appear.

4 Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then

press .

The Setup Display appears.

5 Press X/x to select the setup item, then

press .

• [LANGUAGE SETUP] (page 53)

• [VIDEO SETUP] (page 54)

• [HDMI SETUP] (page 55)

• [AUDIO SETUP] (page 57)

• [SYSTEM SETUP] (page 57)

• [SPEAKER SETUP] (page 58)

Example: [VIDEO SETUP]

Selected item

VIDEO SETUP

TV TYPE: PROGRESSIVE 4:3 OUTPUT: BLACK LEVEL: BLACK LEVEL PAUSE MODE:

(COMPONENT OUT)

Setup items

16:9

OFF

FULL

OFF

AUTO

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6 Press X/x to select an item, then press

The options for the selected item appear. Example: [TV TYPE]

VIDEO SETUP

TV TYPE: PROGRESSIVE 4:3 OUTPUT: BLACK LEVEL: BLACK LEVEL PAUSE MODE:

(COMPONENT OUT)

4:3 LETTER BOX

(COMPONENT OUT)

16:9 16:9

OFF

FULL

AUTO

4:3 PAN SCAN

OFF

AUTO

Options

7 Press X/x to select a setting, then

press .

The setting is selected and setup is complete.

VIDEO SETUP

TV TYPE: PROGRESSIVE 4:3 OUTPUT: BLACK LEVEL: BLACK LEVEL PAUSE MODE:

4:3 LETTER BOX

(COMPONENT OUT)

Selected setting

OFF

FULL

OFF

AUTO

Setting the display or sound track language

[LANGUAGE SETUP]

Set various languages for the on-screen display or sound track.

LANGUAGE SETUP

OSD: MENU: AUDIO: SUBTITLE:

x [OSD] (On-Screen Display)

You can switch the display language on the TV screen.

x [MENU] (DVD VIDEO only)

You can switch the language for the disc’s menu.

ENGLISH ENGLISH

ORIGINAL

AUDIO FOLLOW

Disc

Note

• When you turn the system on after resetting and no disc is in the unit, the guide message appears on the TV screen. To perform the Quick Setup (page 27), press . To return to normal screen, press CLEAR.

To reset all of the [SETUP] settings

To reset all of the [SETUP] settings, see “Returning the [SETUP] settings to the default” (page 85).

x [AUDIO] (DVD VIDEO only)

You can switch the language of the sound track. When you select [ORIGINAL], the language given priority in the disc is selected.

x [SUBTITLE] (DVD VIDEO only)

You can switch the language of the subtitle recorded on the DVD VIDEO. When you select [AUDIO FOLLOW], the language for the subtitles changes according to the language you selected for the sound track.

Note

• When you select a language in [MENU], [AUDIO], or [SUBTITLE] that is not recorded on the DVD VIDEO, one of the recorded languages will be automatically selected (depending on the disc, the language may not be selected automatically).

• If you select [OTHERS t] in [MENU], [AUDIO], and [SUBTITLE], select and enter a language code from “Language Code List” (page 102) using the number buttons.

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Settings for the display

[VIDEO SETUP]

Select settings according to the TV to be connected.

VIDEO SETUP

TV TYPE: PROGRESSIVE 4:3 OUTPUT: BLACK LEVEL: BLACK LEVEL PAUSE MODE:

(COMPONENT OUT)

x [TV TYPE]

You can select the aspect ratio of the connected TV.

[16:9]

: Select this when you connect a wide-

screen TV or a TV with a wide mode function.

16:9

OFF

FULL

OFF

AUTO

x [PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT)]

You can set the progressive signal that is output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks to on/off. For details, see “Does your TV accept progressive signals?” (page 29).

: The system outputs interlace signals.

[OFF] [ON]: The system outputs progressive signals. When you select [ON], follow the Steps below.

1 Select [ON], then press .

The confirmation display appears.

2 Press C/c to select [START].

The system outputs the progressive signal for 5 seconds. Check that the screen is displayed correctly.

3 Press C/c to select [YES].

The system outputs the progressive signal. If you select [NO], the system will not output the progressive signal.

Note

• [PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT)] is effective only when you con nect the unit and TV with a component video cord (page 18).

[4:3 LETTER BOX]: Select this when you connect a 4:3 screen TV. Displays a wide picture with bands on the upper and lower portions of the TV screen.

[4:3 PAN SCAN]: Select this when you connect a 4:3 screen TV. The system automatically displays the wide picture on the entire screen and cuts off the portions that do not fit.

Note

• Depending on the DVD, [4:3 LETTER BOX] may be selected autom atically instead of [4:3 PAN SCAN ] or vice versa.

x [4:3 OUTPUT]

When you use a 16:9 aspect ratio TV, you can adjust the aspect ratio to watch 4:3 aspect ratio signals. If you can change the aspect ratio on your TV, change the setting on your TV, not the system.

[FULL]: Select this when you can change the aspect ratio on your TV. [NORMAL]: Select this when you cannot change the aspect ratio on your TV. A 16:9 aspect ratio signal with black bands on left and right sides of the image appears.

16:9 aspect ratio TV

Note

• [4:3 OUTPUT] is effective only when you set [TV TYPE] in [VIDEO SETUP] to [16:9].

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x [COLOR SYSTEM (VIDEO CD)]

(Asian, Australian, and Middle Eastern models only)

You can select the color system when you play a VIDEO CD.

[AUTO]

: The system outputs the video signal in the system of the disc, either PAL or NTSC. If your TV uses a DUAL system, select [AUTO]. [PAL]: The system changes the video signal of an NTSC disc and outputs it in the PAL system. [NTSC]: The system changes the video signal of a PAL disc and outputs it in the NTSC system.

Note

• You cannot change the color system of the disc itself.

• You can change the color system of this system

according to the connected TV (page 20).

x [BLACK LEVEL]

(North American, Mexican, and Latin American models only)

You can select the black level (setup level) for the video signals output from the jacks other than COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/HDMI OUT.

[ON]: The standard level. [OFF]: You can lower the standard black level. Use this when the picture becomes too white.

x [BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT)]

(North American, Mexican, and Latin American models only)

You can select the black level (setup level) for the video signals output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. You cannot select this and the setting is not effective when the system outputs progressive signal.

: You can set the black level of the output

[OFF] signal to the standard level. [ON]: You can raise the standard black level. Use this when the picture becomes too black.

x [PAUSE MODE] (DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/ DVD-RW only)

You can select the picture in pause mode.

[AUTO]

: The picture, including subjects that move dynamically, is output with no jitter. Normally select this position. [FRAME]: The picture, including subjects that do not move dynamically, is output in high resolution.

Settings for the HDMI

[HDMI SETUP]

HDMI SETUP

HDMI RESOLUTION: CONTROL FOR HDMI: VOLUME LIMIT: YCBCR/RGB(HDMI): AUDIO(HDMI): JPEG RESOLUTION:

x [HDMI RESOLUTION]

You can select the type of video signal that is output from the HDMI OUT jack. For details, see “To select the type of video signal output from the HDMI OUT jack” (page 29).

[AUTO (1920

× 1080p)]: The system outputs

the optimal video signal for the connected TV. [1920

× 1080i]: The system outputs 1920 ×

1080i* video signals. [1280

× 720p]: The system outputs 1280 ×

720p* video signals. [720

× 480p]**: The system outputs 720 ×

480p* video signals.

* i: interlace, p: progressive

** Depending on the country model, [720 × 576p] may

appear.

Note

• When “HDMI” lights up in the front panel display,

images other than [720 × 480p] or [720 × 576p] are stretched vertically.

x [CONTROL FOR HDMI]

You can set the [CONTROL FOR HDMI] function to on/off. This function is available when you connect the system and TV with an HDMI cable. For details, see “Using the Control

AUTO

(1920x1080P)

OFF

LEVEL2

BCR

OFF

Disc

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for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” Sync” (page 64).

[OFF]

: Off. [ON]: On. You can operate mutually between components that are connected with an HDMI cable.

Note

• When you set to [ON] without the HDMI connection

of the TV, [Please verify the HDMI connection.] appears and you cannot set to [ON].

x [VOLUME LIMIT]

If you change the output method of the TV to the system speaker on the TV menu or by pressing THEATER/THEATRE*, the System Audio Control (page 66) is activated and loud sound may be output depending on the volume level of the system. You can prevent this by limiting the maximum level of the volume.

* The button name differs depending on the area.

[LEVEL3]: Maximum volume level is set to 10. [LEVEL2]

: Maximum volume level is set to 15. [LEVEL1]: Maximum volume level is set to 20. [OFF]: Off.

Note

• This function is available only when [CONTROL

FOR HDMI] is set to [ON].

x [YCBCR/RGB (HDMI)]

You can select the type of HDMI signal output from HDMI OUT jack.

YCBCR]: The system outputs YCBCR signals.

[ [RGB]: The system outputs RGB signals.

Note

• If the playback picture becomes distorted, set

BCR] to [RGB].

[YC

• If the HDMI OUT jack is connected to a component

with a DVI jack, [RGB] signals will be automatically output even when you select [YC

BCR].

[ON]: The system outputs audio signals by converting Dolby Digital, DTS, or 96 kHz/24 bit PCM signals to 48 kHz/16 bit PCM.

Note

• When you connect the unit and TV with an HDMI cable and [ON] is selected, [AUDIO DRC], [A/V SYNC], DYNAMIC BASS, “DEC. MODE,” and sound mode are not applied to the sound that is output from the TV.

• When you set the function to other than “DVD,” the system does not output the sound from the HDMI OUT jack even if you set [AUDIO (HDMI)] to [ON].

x [JPEG RESOLUTION]

You can select the resolution of JPEG image files output from the HDMI OUT jack.

[SD

]: The system outputs standard resolution with a black frame. [HD ]: The system outputs HD resolution with a black frame. [HD]: The system outputs the HD resolution without a black frame. [(1920

× 1080i) HD ]: The system outputs

full size HD resolution with a black frame. [(1920

× 1080i) HD]: The system outputs full

size HD resolution without a black frame.

Note

• [JPEG RESOLUTION] is effective only when you

set [TV TYPE] in [VIDEO SETUP] to [16:9], and you set [HDMI RESOLUTION] in [HDMI SETUP] to other than [720 × 480p] or [720 × 576p].

• You can select [(1920

1080i) HD] only when you set [HDMI RESOLUTION] in [HDMI SETUP] to [1920 1080i].

• If you select [(1920

1080i) HD], next image appears after black flame.

• HDMI signal will stop momentarily when:

– The system is loadin g or unloading a DATA CD or

DATA DVD disc.

– You connect or remove a USB device (DAV-

DZ270 only).

× 1080i) HD ] or [(1920 ×

x [AUDIO (HDMI)]

You can select the audio output status from the HDMI OUT jack.

: The system does not output the sound

[OFF] from the HDMI OUT jack.

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Settings for the audio

[AUDIO SETUP]

AUDIO SETUP

SPEAKER FORMATION: AUTO CALIBRATION: AUDIO DRC: TRACK SELECTION:

x [SPEAKER FORMATION]

You can select the position of the speakers for the better surround sound. For details, see “Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Room” (page 78).

x [AUTO CALIBRATION]

You can calibrate the appropriate settings automatically. For details, see “Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically” (page 79).

x [AUDIO DRC] (DVD VIDEO only)

You can compress the dynamic range of the sound track. [AUDIO DRC] is useful for watching movies at low volume late at night.

[OFF]: No compression of dynamic range. [STANDARD]: The system reproduces the sound track with the kind of dynamic range that the recording engineer intended. [MAX]: The system compresses dynamic range fully.

Note

• [AUDIO DRC] works only for Dolby Digital.

x [TRACK SELECTION] (DVD VIDEO only)

You can give the sound track which contains the highest number of channels priority when you play a DVD VIDEO on which multiple audio formats (PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital, or MPEG audio) are recorded.

[OFF]: Off. [AUTO]: The system selects the sound track automatically according to the priority.

OFF OFF

Note

• 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] (page 53). (Depending on the disc, this function may not work.)

• If PCM, DTS , Dolby Digital sound, and MPEG audio have the same number of channels, the system selects PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital sound, and MP EG audio in this order.

Other Settings

[SYSTEM SETUP]

SYSTEM SETUP

SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND: PARENTAL CONTROL: DivX: MULTI-DISC RESUME: RESET:

JACKET PICTURE

Registration Code

x [SCREEN SAVER]

You can reduce the (ghosting). Press any button (e.g.,

display device damages

cancel the screen saver.

: The screen saver image appears when you

[ON] leave the system in pause or stop mode for 15 minutes, or when you play back a Super Audio CD, CD, DATA CD (MP3 file), or DATA DVD (MP3 file) for more than 15 minutes. [OFF]: Off.

x [BACKGROUND]

You can select the background color or picture on the TV screen in stop mode or while playing a CD, DATA CD (MP3 file)

, or DATA DVD

(MP3 file).

[JACKET PICTURE]

: The jacket picture (still picture) appears, but only when the jacket picture is already recorded on the disc (CDEXTRA, etc.). If the disc does not contain a jacket picture, the [GRAPHICS] picture appears. [GRAPHICS]: A preset picture stored in the system appears.

button) to

Disc

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[BLUE]: The background is blue. [BLACK]: The background is black.

x [PARENTAL CONTROL]

You can set the playback restrictions. For details, see “Restricting Playback of the Disc” (page 50).

SPEAKER SETUP

CONNECTION: DISTANCE(FRONT) DISTANCE(SURROUND): LEVEL(FRONT): LEVEL(SURROUND): TEST TONE

FRONT:

CENTER: SURROUND:

SUBWOOFER:

YES

YES YES

YES

x [DivX]

(Except for United Kingdom and North American models)

You can display the registration code for this system. For more information, go to http://www.divx.com

on the Internet.

x [MULTI-DISC RESUME] (DVD VIDEO/ VIDEO CD only)

You can set the [MULTI-DISC RESUME] function to on/off.

: The system stores the resume points in

[ON] memory for up to 10 discs. [OFF]: The system does not store the resume points in memory. Playback restarts at the resume point only for the current disc in the unit.

x [RESET]

You can return the [SET UP] settings other than [PARENTAL CONTROL] to the default settings. For details, see “Returning the [SETUP] settings to the default” (page 85).

Settings for the speakers

[SPEAKER SETUP]

To obtain the best possible surround sound, set connection of the speakers and their distance from your listening position. Then use the test tone to adjust the level and the balance of the speakers to the same level.

Note

• You cannot operate [SPEAKER SETUP] when you connect headphones to the unit.

x [CONNECTION]

If you do not connect center or surround speakers, set the parameters for [CENTER] and [SURROUND]. Since the front speaker and subwoofer setting is fixed, you cannot change them.

[FRONT]

[YES]

[CENTER]

[YES]: Normally select this. [NONE]: Select this if no center speaker is used.

[SURROUND]

[YES]: Normally select this. [NONE]: Select this if no surround speaker is used.

[SUBWOOFER]

[YES]

Note

• When you change the [CONNECTION] setting, the [STANDARD] of [SPEAKER FORMATION] setting remains the same, but the other settings of [SPEAKER FORMATION] return to [STANDARD].

x [DISTANCE (FRONT)]

When you move the front speakers and center speaker, be sure to set the parameters of the distance (A) from the listening position to the speakers. You can set the parameters from 1.0 to 7.0

meters

(3 to 23 ft) for the front speakers, from

0.0 to 7.0 meters

(0 to 23 ft) for the center

speaker.

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[L/R] 3.0 m/10 ft3): Set the front speaker distance. [CENTER] 3.0 m/10 ft

3)4)

: Set the center speaker distance (up to 1.6 meters (5 ft) closer to the front speakers).

0.9 to 6.9 meters for North American models.

0.0 to 6.9 meters for North American models.

When you perform the Quick Setup (page 27), the

default settings are changed.

This item appears when you set [CENTER] to [YES]

in the [CONNECTION] setting.

x [DISTANCE (SURROUND)]

When you move the surround speakers, be sure to set the parameters of the distance (B) from the listening position to the speakers. You can set the parameters from 0.0 to 7.0 meters1) (0 to 23 ft).

[L/R] 3.0 m/10 ft

2)3)

: Set the surround speaker distance (up to 5.0 meters (16 ft) closer to the front speakers).

0.0 to 6.9 meters for North American models.

When you perform the Quick Setup (page 27), the

default settings are changed.

This item appears when you set [SURROUND] to

[YES] in the [CONNECTION] setting.

Note

• If all front and surround speakers are not placed at an

equal distance from your listening position, set the distance according to the closest speaker.

• Do not place the surround speakers farther away from

your listening position than the front speakers.

• Depending on the input stream, the [DISTANCE]

setting may not be effective.

x [LEVEL (FRONT)]

You can adjust the sound level of the front speakers, center speaker, and subwoofer. Be sure to set [TEST TONE] to [ON] for easy adjustment.

[L/R] 0.0 dB [CENTER] 0.0 dB

: Set the front speaker level.

*: Set the center speaker

level. [SUBWOOFER] +2.0 dB: Set the subwoofer level.

* This item appears when you set [CENTER] to

[YES] in the [CONNECTION] setting.

x [LEVEL (SURROUND)]

You can adjust the sound level of the surround speakers. Be sure to set [TEST TONE] to [ON] for easy adjustment.

Disc

[L/R] 0.0 dB*: Set the surround speaker level.

* This item appears when you set [SURROUND] to

[YES] in the [CONNECTION] setting.

x [TEST TONE]

The speakers will emit a test tone to adjust [LEVEL (FRONT)] and [LEVEL (SURROUND)].

[OFF]: The test tone is not emitted from the speakers. [ON]: The test tone is emitted from each speaker in sequence while adjusting level. When you select one of the [SPEAKER SETUP] items, the

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test tone is emitted from each speaker in

sequence. Adjust the sound level as follows.

1 Set the [TEST TONE] to [ON]. 2 Press C/X/x/c repeatedly to select the

desired speaker and the level.

3 Press . 4 Repeat Steps 1 to 3. 5 Press C/X/x/c repeatedly to set [TEST

TONE] to [OFF] after adjusting the speaker level.

Note

• The test tone signals are not output from the HDMI OUT jack.

• To adjust the volume of all the speakers at one time, turn the VOLUME control on the unit, or press VOLUME +/– on the remote.

• To return to the default setting when changing a setting, select the item, then press CLEAR. Note that only the [CONNECTION] setting does not return to the default setting.

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Tuner

Presetting Radio Stations

You can preset 20 FM stations, and 10 AM stations. Before tuning, make sure to turn down the volume to minimum.

• You can operate the tuner function by observing the following display on the TV screen.

Current station

Current band and preset number

FM 10 : 88.00 MHz

SONY RADIO

Station name

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” appears in the front panel display.

2 Press and hold TUNING +/– until the

auto scanning starts.

Scanning stops when the system tunes in a station. “TUNED” and “ST” (for stereo program) appear in the front panel display.

3 Press SYSTEM MENU. 4 Press X/x repeatedly until “MEMORY”

appears in the front panel display.

5 Press or c.

A preset number appears in the front panel display.

• You can select the preset number directly by pressing the number buttons.

7 Press .

“COMPLETE” appears in the front panel display, and the station is stored.

8 Repeat Steps 2 to 7 to store other

stations.

9 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The system menu turns off.

To change the preset number

Restart from Step 2.

To change the AM tuning interval (except for Russian and Middle Eastern models)

The AM tuning interval can be set to either 10 kHz or 9 kHz. To change the AM tuning interval, first tune in any AM station, then turn off the system by pressing "/1 on the unit. While holding down > on the unit, press "/1 on the unit to turn on the power. If you change the interval, AM preset stations will be erased. To reset the interval, repeat the same procedure.

Tuner

6 Press X/x to select the preset number

you want.

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Listening to the Radio

Preset radio stations in the system’s memory first (see “Presetting Radio Stations” (page 61)).

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” appears in the front panel display.

The last received station is tuned in.

2 Press PRESET +/– repeatedly to select

the preset station.

Each time you press the button, the system tunes in one preset station.

• Y ou can select the preset station nu mber directly by pressing the number buttons.

3 Adjust the volume by pressing

VOLUME +/–.

To turn off the radio

Press "/1.

To listen to non-preset radio stations

Use manual or automatic tuning in Step 2. For manual tuning, press TUNING +/– repeatedly. For automatic tuning, press and hold TUNING +/–. The automatic tuning stops automatically when the system receives the radio station. To stop the automatic tuning manually, press TUNING +/– or x.

To listen to radio stations when you know the frequencies

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” appears in the front panel display.

2 Press D.TUNING. 3 Press the number buttons to select the

frequencies.

4 Press .

• To improve reception, reorient the connected antennas (aerials).

If an FM program is noisy

If an FM program is noisy, you can select monaural reception. There will be no stereo effect, but reception will improve.

1 Press SYSTEM MENU. 2 Press X/x repeatedly until “FM MODE”

appears in the front panel display.

3 Press or c. 4 Press X/x to select “MONO.”

• “STEREO”: Stereo reception.

• “MONO”: Monaural reception.

5 Press .

The setting is made.

6 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The system menu turns off.

Naming preset stations

You can enter a name for preset stations. These names (for example, “XYZ”) appear in the front panel display when a station is selected. Only one name can be entered for each preset station.

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” appears in the front panel display.

The last received station is tuned in.

2 Press PRESET +/– repeatedly to select

the preset station you want to create an index name for.

3 Press SYSTEM MENU. 4 Press X/x repeatedly until “NAME IN”

appears in the front panel display.

5 Press or c. 6 Create a name by using C/X/x/c.

Press X/x to select a character, then press c to move the cursor to the next position.

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You can input letters, numbers, and other symbols for a radio station.

If you make a mistake

Press C/c repeatedly until the character to be changed flashes, then press X/x to select the desired character.

To erase the character, press C/c repeatedly until the character to be erased flashes, then press CLEAR.

7 Press .

“COMPLETE” appears in the front panel display, and the station name is stored.

8 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The system menu turns off.

Viewing the station name or frequency in the front panel display

When the system is set to “TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM,” you can check the frequency using the front panel display.

Press DISPLAY.

Each time you press DISPLAY, the display changes:

1 t 2 t .... t 1 t ....

x “TUNER FM”

When the station name is set

1 Station name

Ex. “SONY RADIO”

2 Frequency

Ex. “FM1 87.50”

3 The “FM MODE” setting

Ex. “STEREO”

When the station name is not set:

1 Frequency

Ex. “FM1 87.50”

2 The “FM MODE” setting

Ex. “STEREO”

x “TUNER AM”

When the station name is set

1 Station name

Ex. “SONY RADIO”

2 Frequency

Ex. “AM1 576”

When the station name is not set:

1 Frequency

Ex. “AM1 576”

Note

• The system returns to the original display when several seconds has elapsed.

Tuner

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Control for HDMI/External Audio Device

Using the Control for HDMI Function for

Note

• Depending on the connected component, the Control for HDMI function may not work. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the component.

• The Control for HDMI function may not work if you connect a component other than Sony, even if the component is compatible with the Control for HDMI function.

“BRAVIA” Sync

This function is available on TVs with the “BRAVIA” Sync function only. By connecting Sony components that are compatible with the Control for HDMI function with an HDMI cable (not supplied), operation is simplified as below:

– Theater/Theatre Mode (page 65)

– One-Touch Play (page 65)

– System Power Off (page 66)

– System Audio Control (page 66)

– Volume Limit (page 66)

Control for HDMI is a mutual control function standard used by CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) for HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface).

The Control for HDMI function will not work in the following cases:

– When you connect this system to a

component which is not compatible with the Control for HDMI function.

– A component does not have an HDMI jack.

There are convenient buttons on the system’s remote for operating the TV, such as THEATER/THEATRE*, ONE-TOUCH PLAY, TV [/1. For details, see “Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote” (page 80) and refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

* The button name differs depending on the area.

ONE-TOUCH

PLAY

BRAVIA Sync

THEATER

Preparing for the Control for HDMI function

(Control for HDMI - Easy Setting)

The system is compatible with the Control for HDMI - Easy Setting function. If the TV is compatible with the Control for HDMI - Easy Setting function, you can set the system’s [CONTROL FOR HDMI] function automatically by setting the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

If the TV is not compatible with the Control for HDMI - Easy Setting function, set the Control for HDMI function of the system and TV manually.

Note

• Displayed items vary depending on the country model.

1 Make sure that the system and the TV

are connected with an HDMI cable.

2 Turn on the TV and press [/1 to turn on

the system.

3 Switch the input selector on your TV so

that the signal from the system through the HDMI input appears on the TV screen.

4 Set the Control for HDMI function of the

system and TV.

For details of the setting of the system, see the following Steps. For details of the setting of the TV, refer to the operating instructions of the TV (depending on the TV, the default setting of the Control for HDMI function is set to off).

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To set the [CONTROL FOR HDMI] function to on/off

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“DVD” appears in the front panel display.

2 Press DISPLAY while the system is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

3 Press X/x to select [SETUP],

then press .

The options for [SETUP] appear.

4 Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then

press .

The Setup Display appears.

5 Press X/x to select [HDMI SETUP], then

press .

The options for [HDMI SETUP] appear.

6 Press X/x to select [CONTROL FOR

HDMI], then press .

7 Press X/x to select the setting, then

press .

•[OFF]: Off.

• [ON]: On.

Note

• When [Please verify the HDMI connection.] appears, make sure the HDMI connection is correct.

Using the Theater/Theatre Mode

Watching DVD by a single button press

(One-Touch Play)

By only pressing ONE-TOUCH PLAY, the TV turns on, the TV is set for DVD input mode, and the system starts playing a disc automatically.

The One-Touch Play also works when: –You press A while the disc tray is opened and

H appears in the front panel display.

– You close the disc tray by pressing the disc

tray.

– You press DVD TOP MENU/DVD MENU

and H appears in the front panel display.

– You select the “DVD” function by pressing

FUNCTION +/– and H appears in the front panel display.

Note

• One-Touch Play does not work when you press H.

The system and TV work as follows:

This system TV

Turns on. (If not already turned on.)

Switches to “DVD” function.

Starts playing th e disc and outputs the sound.

Turns on. (If not already turned on.)

Switches to HDMI input.

Minimizes sound level.

(System Audio Control)

Control for HDMI/External Audio Device

(Theater/Theatre Mode)

If your TV is compatible with the Theater/ Theatre Mode, you can enjoy optimal image suited for movies and the sound is output from the system’s speaker automatically by pressing THEATER/THEATRE*.

* The button name differs depending on the area.

Note

• Make sure the HDMI connection is correct, and set the [CONTROL FOR HDMI] to [ON].

• Depending on the TV, the beginning of the content may not be played back.

• Depending on the disc, playback may take a while to start.

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Turning the system off in sync with the TV

(System Power Off)

When you turn the TV off by using the POWER button on the TV’s remote or TV [/1 on the system’s remote, the system turns off automatically.

Note

• Before using the System Power Off function, set the function for TV power. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

• Depending on the status of the system (ex. while other than “DVD” or “TV/VIDEO” function, or playing a CD), the system may not turn off automatically.

Enjoying TV sound from the speakers in this system

You can also operate the System Audio Control function from the TV menu. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

Note

• If the TV is turned on before turning on the system, TV sound will not be output for a moment.

• While the TV is in PAP (picture and picture) mode, the System Audio Control function will not work. When the TV exits PAP mode, the output method of the TV returns to the one before PAP mode.

• If you select a TV program during DVD playback with the system, the “TV/VIDEO” function is automatically set to output TV sound.

• When you activate One-Touch Play during watching TV, the System Audio Control function is activated and the TV sound is muted.

• While recording songs on an audio CD into a USB device, the System Audio Control function will not work (DAV-DZ270 only).

• You can connect the system and the TV audio digitally. For details, see (page 21).

(System Audio Control)

You can enjoy TV sound in this system by easy operation. To use this function, connect the system and the TV with an audio cord (not supplied) and an HDMI cable (not supplied) (page 18).

Depending on the TV, when you set the system to the “TV/VIDEO” function, the System Audio Control function is activated. TV sound is output from the system speakers, and the volume of the TV speakers is minimized automatically.

You can use the System Audio Control function as follows:

• While you are watching the TV and the function of the system is switched to “TV/ VIDEO,” TV sound is output from the system speakers automatically.

• You can control the system’s volume by the remote of the TV.

• If you turn the system off or set the function of the system to other than “TV/VIDEO,” TV sound is output from the TV speakers.

Setting the Maximum Volume Level of the System

(Volume Limit)

If you change the output method of the TV to the system speaker on the TV menu or by pressing THEATER* or THEATRE*, loud sound may be output depending on the volume level of the system. You can prevent this by limiting the maximum level of the volume. For details, see “[VOLUME LIMIT]” (page 56).

* The button name differs depending on the area.

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Playing Back Audio Files/JPEG Image Files of a USB Device

(DAV-DZ270 only)

You can play audio files (MP3/WMA/AAC files)/JPEG image files stored in a USB device such as the digital music player or USB storage media (not supplied) by connecting the USB device to the unit. For a list of USB devices that can be connected to the unit, see “Playable USB Devices” (page 76). The audio format that can be played back by the system is MP3/WMA/AAC files* only.

* Files with copyright protection (Digital Rights

Management) cannot be played by the system.

Note

• The system canno t play WMA/AAC files on a DATA CD/DATA DVD.

Connecting the USB device

Front panel

USB device

Note

• When you use the AUDIO IN/A.CAL MIC jack while a USB device is connected, be careful as space is restricted.

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“USB” appears in the front panel display.

2 Connect a USB device (digital music

player or USB storage media) to the (USB) port.

When you connect the USB device, “READING” appears in the front panel display until the system reads all data of the USB device.

Note

• When you connect the USB device, make sure that the direction of the jack is correct.

• Do not forcibly insert the USB device, as this may cause the device to be damaged.

• Do not connect other device or objects besides the USB device.

• It may take about 10 seconds before “READING” appears in the front panel display depending on the type of the USB device.

To remove the USB device

1 Press x to stop playback. 2 Press [/1 to turn off the system. 3 Remove the USB device.

Notes on the USB device

• The system can play back up to 200 folders,

including albums that do not contain audio files and JPEG image files. When more than 200 folders are in the USB device, folders that are recognized by the system differ depending on the folder configuration.

• The system can play back the following files.

File Extension of the file

MP3 file “.mp3”

WMA file “.wma”

AAC file “.m4a”

JPEG image file “.jpg” or “.jpeg”

The system will play back any data with the extension above, even if it is not MP3/WMA/ AAC/JPEG format. Playing this data may generate a loud noise which could damage your speaker system.

• The following USB devices/situations can

increase the time it takes to start playback:

– a USB device recorded with a complicated

tree structure.

– when the audio files or JPEG image files in

another folder have just been played back.

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• Some USB devices cannot be played back on the system depending on the file format.

• The system can play back to a depth of 8 folders only.

• The system may not be able to play an audio file depending on the kind of file.

• When the USB device is inserted, the system reads all the files on the USB device. If there are many folders or files on the USB device, it may take a long time to finish reading the USB device.

• Do not connect the system and the USB device through a USB hub.

• With some connected USB devices, after an operation is performed, there may be a delay before it is performed by this system.

• If the system is turned off during Resume Play mode, when the system is turned on again playback starts from the beginning of the audio file that was in Resume Play mode.

• This system does not necessarily support all the functions provided in a connected USB device.

• Files recorded by a device such as a computer may not be played back in the order in which they were recorded.

• The playback order for the system may differ from the playback order of the connected USB device.

• Always turn off the system before removing the USB device. Removing the USB device while the system is on may corrupt the data on the USB device.

• Do not save other types of files or unnecessary folders on a USB device that has audio files or JPEG image files.

• Folders that have no audio files or JPEG image files are skipped.

• Compatibility with all MP3/WMA/AAC encoding/writing softwares, recording devices, and recording media cannot be guaranteed. Incompatible USB device may produce noise or interrupted audio or may not play at all.

• Before using the USB device, make sure that no virus-ridden files are on the USB device.

Selecting an audio file or folder

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“USB” appears in the front panel display.

2 Press DISPLAY while the system is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

3 Press X/x to select [MODE

(MUSIC, IMAGE)], then press .

The options for [MODE (MUSIC, IMAGE)] appear.

4 Press X/x to select [MUSIC]. 5 Press . 6 Press DVD MENU.

The folders recorded on the USB device appear. When a folder is being played, its title is shaded.

FOLDER LIST

7 Press X/x to select a folder.

x To play audio files in a folder

Press H to start playing the selected folder.

x To select an audio file

Press . The list of files contained in the folder

appears.

TRACK LIST

03 In the Middle of Nowher...

01_Geronimo_s_Cadillac 02_Riding_On_A_White_Swan 03_Give_Me_Peace_On_Earth 04_Sweet_Little_Shella 05_Ten_Thousand_Lonely_Drums 06_Lonely_Tears_In_Chinatown 07_In_Shaire

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Press X/x to select a file and press .

The system starts playing the selected file. You can turn the file list off by pressing DVD MENU. Pressing DVD MENU again will display the folder list.

• The system can recognize up to 150 audio files in a single folder.

To stop playback

Press x.

To play the next or previous audio file

To return to the previous display

Press O RETURN.

To turn off the display

Press DVD MENU.

Other operations

See “Other operations” (page 36).

The folders recorded on the USB device appear. When a folder is being played, its title is shaded.

FOLDER LIST

7 Press X/x to select a folder.

x To play JPEG image files in a folder as a slide show

Press H to start playing the selected folder.

The JPEG images are played as a slide show. You can change the interval of the slide show (page 70), and add effects to the slide show (page 70).

x To select a JPEG image file by displaying the subscreens

Press PICTURE NAVI. Images of JPEG image files in the folder appear in 16 subscreens.

1234

Control for HDMI/External Audio Device

Selecting a JPEG image file or folder

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“USB” appears in the front panel display.

2 Press DISPLAY while the system is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

3 Press X/x to select [MODE

(MUSIC, IMAGE)], then press .

The options for [MODE (MUSIC, IMAGE)] appear.

4 Press X/x to select [IMAGE]. 5 Press . 6 Press DVD MENU.

5678

9101112

13 14 15 16

Press C/X/x/c to select the JPEG image file you want to view, then press .

To return to normal screen, press O RETURN.

• The system can recognize up to 150 JPEG image files in a single folder.

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To play the next or previous JPEG image file

To rotate a JPEG image file

When a JPEG image file is displayed on the TV screen, you can rotate the JPEG image file by 90 degrees. Press X/x while viewing a JPEG image file. Press CLEAR to return to normal view.

Note

• You cannot rotate the JPEG image file when you set [JPEG RESOLUTION] in [HDMI SETUP] to [(1920 × 1080i) HD ] or [(1920 × 1080i) HD].

To stop playback

Press x.

Other operations

See “Other operations” (page 36).

To select the slide show duration of JPEG image files

1 Press DISPLAY twice.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

2 Press X/x to select [INTERVAL],

then press .

The options for [INTERVAL] appear.

3 Press X/x to select a setting.

• [NORMAL]: You can set the duration to about 6 to 9 seconds.

• [FAST]: You can set the duration shorter than [NORMAL].

• [SLOW 1]: You can set the duration longer than [NORMAL].

• [SLOW 2]: You can set the duration longer than [SLOW 1].

4 Press .

Note

• Some JPEG image files may take longer to display than the option you selected. Especially progressive JPEG image files or JPEG image files of 3,000,000 pixels or more.

To select an effect for JPEG image files in the slide show

1 Press DISPLAY twice.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

2 Press X/x to select [EFFECT],

then press .

The options for [EFFECT] appear.

3 Press X/x to select a setting.

• [MODE 1]: The JPEG image file sweeps in from top to bottom.

• [MODE 2]: The JPEG image file stretches out from left to right of the TV screen.

• [MODE 3]: The JPEG image file stretches out from the center of the TV screen.

• [MODE 4]: The JPEG image files randomly cycle through the effects.

• [MODE 5]: The next JPEG image file slides over the previous image.

• [OFF]: Off.

4 Press .

Note

• The [EFFECT] setting is not effective when you set [JPEG RESOLUTION] in [HDMI SETUP] to [(1920 × 1080i) HD ] or [(1920 × 1080i) HD] (page 56).

Displaying the list of audio files/JPEG image files

1 Press DISPLAY during playback.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

2 Press X/x to select

[BROWSING], then press .

The options for [BROWSING] appear.

3 Press X/x to select the desired list,

then press .

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• [FOLDER LIST]: The list of folders appears. Follow Step 2 of “Selecting an audio file or folder.”

• [PICTURE LIST]: Images of JPEG image files in the folder appear in 16 subscreens. Follow Step 2 of “Selecting a JPEG image file or folder.”

Playing repeatedly

(Repeat Play)

You can play the audio files/JPEG image files on the USB device repeatedly.

1 Press DISPLAY during playback.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

2 Press X/x to select [REPEAT],

then press .

The options for [REPEAT] appear.

3 Press X/x to select the item to be

repeated.

•[OFF]: Off.

• [MEMORY]: You can repeat all of the folders on the USB device.

• [FOLDER]: You can repeat the current folder.

• [TRACK] (audio files only): You can repeat the current file.

4 Press .

The item is selected.

Searching for an audio file/ JPEG image file/folder, etc.

You can search a USB device by audio file, JPEG image file, or folder. As audio files and JPEG image files are assigned unique numbers on the USB device, you can select the desired audio file or JPEG image file by entering its number.

1 Press DISPLAY. (When playing a

JPEG image files, press DISPLAY twice.)

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

2 Press X/x to select the search method.

• [TRACK]: audio files.

• [FILE]: JPEG image files.

• [FOLDER]: Folders.

[** (**)] is selected (** refers to a number). The number in parentheses indicates the

total number of audio files, JPEG image files, or folders.

1( 1) 1( 144) T 0: 23

Selected row

USB

MUSIC

Control for HDMI/External Audio Device

To return to normal play

Press CLEAR, or select [OFF] in Step 3.

To turn off the Control Menu display

Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu display is turned off.

Note

• When [MODE (MUSIC, IMAGE)] is set to [IMAGE] (page 69), you cannot select [TRACK].

3 Press .

[** (**)] changes to [– – (**)].

1( 1) 1( 144) T 1: 31

USB

MUSIC

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4 Press X/x or the number buttons to

select the desired number.

If you make a mistake, press CLEAR to cancel the number.

5 Press .

The system starts playback from the selected number.

Viewing the information of an audio file in the front panel display

Press DISPLAY repeatedly.

Each time you press DISPLAY while playing the disc, the display changes:

1 y 2

1 Playing time and current track number 2 Track (file) name*

* If an MP3 file has the ID3 tag, the system will

display a folder name/t rack (file) name from the ID3 tag information. The system can support ID3 ver 1.0/1.1/2.2/2.3. ID3 ver 2.2/2.3 tag information display has priority when both ID3 ver 1.0/1.1 and ver 2.2/2.3 tags are used for a single MP3 file.

Note

• If a file name of the audio file cannot be displayed, “*” will appear in the front panel display instead.

• The file name may not be displayed depending on the text.

• Playing time of MP3 files may not be displayed correctly.

Viewing the information of an audio file on the TV screen

You can display the information of an audio file such as time information, name of the folder/ audio file, and the audio bit rate (the amount of data per second of the current audio) on the TV screen.

Press DISPLAY during playback.

The information of an audio file appears on the TV screen.

Bit rate

T 0: 13 192k MP3

2002_Remixes Soul_Survivor_rap_version

Folder name* File name*

* If an MP3 file has the ID3 tag, the system will

display a folder name/tra ck (file) name from the ID3 tag information. The system can support ID3 ver 1.0/1.1/2.2/2.3. ID3 ver 2.2/2.3 tag information display has priority when both ID3 ver 1.0/1.1 and ver 2.2/2.3 tags are used for a single MP3 file.

Note

• Characters/marks may not be displayed in some languages.

• Depending on the type of file being played, the system can only display a limited number of characters. Also, depending on the file, not all text characters will be displayed.

Checking the date information of JPEG image file

You can check the date information during playback when the Exif* tag is recorded in the JPEG image file.

Press DISPLAY twice during playback.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

2( 2) 6( 30) 9/16/2002

Date information

* “Exchangeable Image File Format” is a digital

camera image format defined by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).

USB

IMAGE

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• Date information is [MM/DD/YYYY]. MM: Month DD: Day YYYY: Year

• Date information varies depending on the area.

Storing Songs in a USB Device

(DAV-DZ270 only)

You can record songs on an audio CD in a USB device by encoding to MP3 format. You can also copy the MP3 files on a DATA CD/DATA DVD into the USB device. For connecting the USB device, see “Connecting the USB device” (page 67).

The recorded music is limited to private use only. Use of the music beyond this limit requires permission of the copyright holders.

Notes on the USB recording/ copying

• Do not connect the unit and the USB device through an USB hub.

• Make sure there is enough space in the USB device for recording or copying.

• Do not remove the USB device during recording/copying.

• When you are recording tracks from a CD, the tracks are recorded as 128 kbps MP3 files.

• When you are copying MP3 files from a DATA CD/DATA DVD, the MP3 files are recorded with the same bit rate as the original MP3 files.

• CD text information is not recorded in the created MP3 files.

• If you stop a recording partway, an MP3 file whose recording was stopped halfway is deleted.

• Recording stops automatically if:

– The USB device runs out of space during

recording/copying.

– The number of MP3 files on the USB

device reaches the limit for the number that the system can recognize.

• You can store up to 150 files in a folder.

• You can store up to 199 folders in a single USB device.

• If the folder to be erased contains non-audio format files or sub folders, these are not erased.

• If a folder or file that you are trying to record already exists on the USB device with the

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same name, a sequential number is added after the name without overwriting the original folder or file.

• Some USB devices cannot be played back on the system depending on the file format.

Recording songs on an audio CD into a USB device

1 Load an audio CD. 2 Press DISPLAY while the system is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

3 Press X/x to select [USB

RECORDING], then press .

4 Press X/x to select [TRACK], then

press .

“READING” appears in the front panel display until the tracks recorded on the audio CD appear on the TV screen.

Note

• It takes several minutes to display the tracks depending on the number of tracks.

5 Select a track that you want to record.

Recordable space of the USB device

USB RECORDING Free:

TRACK 01 TRACK 02

TRACK 03

TRACK 04 TRACK 05 TRACK 06 TRACK 07 TRACK 08

Tracks to be recorded.

x To select the desired track

Press X/x to select the track, then press . The tracks are marked in the order that you select.

x To select all tracks on the audio CD

Press C/X/x/c to select [x ALL], then press .

START

ALL

x To cancel the track

Press X/x to select the track, then press . The mark on the track is removed.

x To cancel all the track

Press C/X/x/c to select [s ALL], then press .

6 Press C/X/x/c to select [START], then

press .

The system starts recording and the status of recording appears.

To cancel recording, press x.

Copying MP3 files on a DATA CD/DATA DVD into a USB device

1 Load a DATA CD/DATA DVD. 2 Press DISPLAY while the system is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

3 Press X/x to select [USB

RECORDING], then press .

4 Press X/x to select [TRACK] or

[FOLDER], then press .

• [TRACK]: The folders recorded on the DATA CD/DATA DVD appear. You can copy the desired MP3 file.

• [FOLDER]: The folders recorded on the DATA CD/DATA DVD appear. You can copy all MP3 files in the folder. Go to Step 6.

“READING” appears in the front panel display until the tracks/folders appear on the TV screen.

Note

• It takes several minutes to display the tracks/

folders depending on the number of tracks/ folders.

5 Press X/x to select the desired folder,

then press .

The MP3 files in the selected folder appear.

6 Select a MP3 file/folder that you want to

copy.

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Recordable space of the USB device

USB RECORDING Free:

2002_Remixes

01_Back_Seat_O... 02_One_Nights_... 03_Are_You_Ma... 04_I_Can_Lose_... 05_Soul_Survivo... 06_Strangers_B... 07_Stay_maxi_ve...

MP3 files/folders to be copied.

x To select the desired MP3 file/folder

START

ALL

Press X/x to select the MP3 file/folder, then press . The MP3 files/folders are marked.

x To select all MP3 files/folders

Press C/X/x/c to select [ ALL], then press .

x To cancel the MP3 file/folder

Press X/x to select the MP3 file/folder, then press . The mark on the MP3 file/folder is removed.

x To cancel all MP3 files/folder

Press C/X/x/c to select [ ALL], then press .

7 Press C/X/x/c to select [START], then

press .

The system starts copying and the copying status appears.

To cancel copying, press x.

To return to the previous display

Press O RETURN.

Note

• The audio file on a DATA CD/DATA DVD that you can copy is the MP3 file only.

2 Press X/x to select a folder.

x To erase all audio files in a folder

Press CLEAR.

x To erase an audio file

Press . The list of files contained in the folder

appears. Press X/x to select the desired audio file, then press

CLEAR.

3 Press C/c to select [YES], then press

To cancel, select [NO], then press .

Note

• Do not remove the USB device while erasing.

• If the folder to be erased contains non-audio format files or sub folders, these are not erased.

To return to the previous display

Press O RETURN.

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Erasing audio files on a USB device

You can erase audio files on the USB device.

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“USB” appears in the front panel display.

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Playable USB Devices

Using the DIGITAL MEDIA

(DAV-DZ270 only)

You can use the following Sony USB devices on the system.

Verified Sony digital music player (as of April 2007)

Product name Model name

Walkman

NWD-B103/B105/B103F/B105F

NWZ-A815/A816/A818

NWZ-S515/S516/S615F/S616F/ S618F

Verified Sony IC recorder (as of April 2007)

Product name Model name

IC Recorder ICD-U50/U60/U70

ICD-SX57/SX67/SX77

Verified Sony USB storage media (as of April 2007)

Product name Model name

MICROVAULT USM 512JX/1GJX/2GJX/4GJX

Note

• Do not use the USB devices other than these USB devices. Operation of models not listed here is not guaranteed.

• Operation may not always be ensured even when using these USB devices.

• Some of these USB devices may not be available for purchase in certain areas.

PORT Adapter

(DAV-HDZ278 only)

The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) adapter (not supplied) is for enjoying sound from a portable audio source or computer. By connecting a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, you can enjoy sound from the connected component on the system. Available DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters vary in each area. For details on connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, see “To connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter” (page 22).

Note

• Do not connect an adapter other than the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.

• Do not connect or disconnect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to/from the unit while the system is turned on.

• Depending on the type of DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, the images are also output. In this case, the system outputs the composite video signal only, regardless of the type of video signal.

Playing the connected component on the system

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“DMPORT” appears in the front panel display.

2 Start playback of the connected

component.

The sound and images from the connected component are played on the system or connected TV.

For operation details, refer to the operating instructions of the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.

• When listening to MP3 files or other compressed music using a portable audio source, you can enhance the sound. Select “A.F.D. STD” for “DEC. MODE” (page 32). To cancel, select other than “A.F.D. STD.”

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• Depending on the type of DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, you may be able to operate a connected component using either the buttons on the remote or the unit. The following illustration shows an example of buttons that can be used in this case.

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Other Operations

Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Room

[SPEAKER FORMATION]

Depending on the shape of the room, you cannot install some speakers. For the better surround sound, Sony recommends that first you decide the position of the speakers.

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“DVD” appears in the front panel display.

2 Press DISPLAY while the system is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

3 Press X/x to select [SETUP],

then press .

The options for [SETUP] appear.

4 Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then

press .

The Setup Display appears.

5 Press X/x to select [AUDIO SETUP],

then press .

The options for [AUDIO SETUP] appear.

6 Press X/x to select [SPEAKER

FORMATION], then press .

The options for [SPEAKER FORMATION] appear.

• [NO CENTER]: Select this when you install the front and surround speakers only.

• [NO SURROUND]: Select this when you install the center and front speakers only.

• [FRONT ONLY]: Select this when you install the front speakers only.

• [ALL FRONT]: Select this when you install all the speakers in front of the listening position.

• [ALL FRONT - NO CENTER]: Select this when you install the front and surround speakers in front of the listening position.

8 Press .

The setting is made and the confirmation display appears.

9 Press C/c to select [YES] or [NO], then

press .

• [YES]: Continue with [AUTO CALIBRATION]. Follow the procedure from Step 7 of “Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically” (page 79).

• [NO]: Exit [SPEAKER FORMATION].

Note

• In order to enjoy the surround sound after you change the position of the speakers, Sony recommends you set [SPEAKER FORMATION], and then set [AUTO CALIBRATION] (page 79).

• When you change the [CONNECTION] setting in [SPEAKER SETUP] (page 58), the [SPEAKER FORMATION] setting returns to [STANDARD].

SPEAKER FORMATION

STANDARD

7 Press C/c to select a setting.

• [STANDARD]: Select this when you install all the speakers normally.

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Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically

[AUTO CALIBRATION]

D. C. A. C. (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) can set the appropriate surround sound automatically.

Note

• The system outputs a loud test sound when [AUTO CALIBRATION] starts. You cannot turn the volume down. Give consideration to children and neighbors.

• Make sure that the headphones are not connected to the unit. You cannot operate the following Steps with the headphones connected.

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“DVD” appears in the front panel display.

2 Press DISPLAY while the system is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

3 Press X/x to select [SETUP],

then press .

The options for [SETUP] appear.

4 Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then

press .

The Setup Display appears.

5 Press X/x to select [AUDIO SETUP],

then press .

The options for [AUDIO SETUP] appear.

6 Press X/x to select [AUTO

CALIBRATION], then press .

The options for [AUTO CALIBRATION] appear.

7 Connect the calibration mic (supplied)

to the A.CAL MIC jack on the front panel

Set up the calibration mic at the ear level using a tripod, etc. (not supplied). The front of each speaker should face the calibration mic, and there should be no

obstruction between the speakers and the calibration mic.

AUDIO IN / A.CAL MIC

Calibration mic

Other Operations

8 Press C/c to select [YES]. 9 Press .

[AUTO CALIBRATION] starts. Be quiet during the measurement.

Note

• Avoid being in the measurement area and making noise during the measurement (about 3 minute), to avoid measurement failure. During the measurement, test signals are output from the speakers.

• The environment of the room in which the system is installed may affect measurements.

• If an error message appears, follow the message, then select [YES]. An error message appears when:

– the headphones are connected to the unit.

– the calibration mic is not connected.

– front speakers are not correctly connected.

– surround speakers are not correctly

connected.

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– front and surround speakers are not correctly

connected.

10 Press C/c to select [YES] or [NO], then

press .

x The measurement is OK.

Disconnect the calibration mic, then select [YES]. The result is implemented.

x The measurement is not OK.

Follow the message, then select [YES] to retry.

Note

• While the Auto Calibration function works:

– do not turn off the power.

– do not press any button.

– do not change the volume.

– do not change the function.

– do not change the disc.

– do not insert or eject a disc.

– do not connect the headphones to the unit.

– do not disconnect the calibration mic.

• The measurement for [SUBWOOFER] is always [YES] since the system does not perform subwoofer calibration.

• You can check the distance between the listening position and each speaker. See page 58.

Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote

You can control the TV (Sony only) by using following buttons. Use these buttons (other than TV [/1, TV INPUT, and TV VOL +/–) while pressing the TV button.

Note

• Depending on the TV, you may not be able to control your TV or to use some of the buttons.

• Depending on the area, the name of the button may differ.

By pressing You can

TV [/1 Turn the TV on/off.

TV INPUT Switch the TV’s input source

TV VOL +/– Adjust the TV volume.

TV CH +/–* (PROG +/–*)

Number buttons*, ENTER*

TOOLS* Displays the operation menu for

RETURN* Return to the previous channel or

MENU* Display the menu of the TV.

MUTING* Turn off the TV sound

C/X/x/c*, * Select the item on the menu.

between the TV and other input sources.

Select the TV channel.

the current display.

layer on the menu of the TV.

temporarily.

* Use these buttons while pressing the TV button.

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Using the Sound Effect

Reinforcing bass frequencies

You can reinforce bass frequencies.

Press DYNAMIC BASS.

“D. BASS ON” appears in the front panel display and bass frequencies are effectively reinforced.

To turn off the sound effect

Press DYNAMIC BASS again.

Enjoying the sound at low volume

You can enjoy sound effects or dialogue, as you would in a movie theater, even at low volume. It is useful for watching movies at night.

Press NIGHT.

“NIGHT ON” appears in the front panel display and the sound effect is activated.

Note

• This effect does not work for a Super Audio CD. When you load a Super Audio CD during “NIGHT ON,” the sound effect turns off automatically.

• When sound is output from the center speaker, this effect is more pronounced, as speech (movie dialog, etc.) is easy to hear. When sound is not output from the center speaker, or you are using the headphones, the system optimally adjusts the volume.

To turn off the sound effect

Press NIGHT again.

Using the Sleep Timer

You can set the system to turn off at a preset time, so you can fall asleep listening to music. You can preset the time in 1 or 10-minutes increments.

Press SLEEP.

Each time you press SLEEP, the minutes display (the remaining time) changes by 10-minutes. When you set the sleep timer, “SLEEP” flashes in the front panel display.

To check the remaining time

Press SLEEP once.

Other Operations

To change the remaining time

Press SLEEP repeatedly to select the desired time.

To cancel the sleep timer function

Press SLEEP repeatedly until “SLEEP OFF” appears in the front panel display.

To set the sleep timer using the system menu

1 Press SYSTEM MENU. 2 Press X/x repeatedly until “SLEEP”

appears in the front panel display, then press or c.

3 Press X/x to select a setting.

The minutes display (the remaining time) changes in 10-minutes.

• You can select the remaining time by pressing the number buttons. In this case, you can preset the time in 1-minute increments.

4 Press .

The setting is made and “SLEEP” flashes in the front panel display.

5 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The system menu turns off.

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Changing the Brightness

Viewing Information of the Front Panel Display

The brightness of the front panel display can be set to either of 2 levels.

1 Press SYSTEM MENU. 2 Press X/x repeatedly until “DIMMER”

appears in the front panel display, then press or c.

3 Press X/x to select the brightness of

the front panel display.

• “DIMMER OFF”: Bright.

• “DIMMER ON”: Dark.

4 Press .

The setting is made.

5 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The system menu turns off.

About the Disc

Viewing the playing time and remaining time in the front panel display

Press DISPLAY repeatedly.

Each time you press DISPLAY while playing

the disc, the display changes:

1 t 2 t ... t 1 t ...

Some displayed items may disappear after a few

seconds.

x DVD VIDEO/DVD-VR

1 Playing time of the current title

2 Remaining time of the current title

3 Playing time of the current chapter

4 Remaining time of the current chapter

5 Disc name

6 Title and chapter

x VIDEO CD (without PBC functions)/

Super Audio CD/CD

1 Playing time of the current track

2 Remaining time of the current track

3 Playing time of the disc

4 Remaining time of the disc

5 Track name

6 Track and index*

* VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD only.

x DATA CD (MP3 file)/DATA DVD (MP3 file)

1 Playing time and current track number

2 Track (file) name*

* If an MP3 file has the ID3 tag, the system will

display a folder name/tra ck (file) name from the ID3 tag information. The system can support ID3 ver 1.0/1.1/2.2/2.3. ID3 ver 2.2/2.3 tag information display has priority when both ID3 ver 1.0/1.1 and ver 2.2/2.3 tags are used for a single MP3 file.

x DATA CD (DivX video file)/DATA DVD

(DivX video file) (Except for United

Kingdom and North American models)

1 Playing time of the current file

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2 Current file name

3 Current album and file number

Note

• The system can only display the first level of the DVD/CD text, such as the disc name or title.

• If a file n ame of the MP3 file cannot be displaye d, “*” will appear in the front panel display instead.

• The disc name or track name may not be displayed depending on the text.

• Playing time of MP3 files and DivX video files* may not be displayed correctly.

* Except for United Kingdom and North American

models.

• When the system is playing a VIDEO CD with PBC functions, the playing time is displayed.

Viewing the playing time and remaining time on the TV screen

1 Press DISPLAY during playback.

The following display appears on the TV screen.

T 1: 01: 40

Time information

2 Press DISPLAY repeatedly to change

the time information.

The display and the kinds of time that you can check depend on the disc you are playing.

x DVD VIDEO/DVD-VR

• 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

x VIDEO CD (with PBC functions)

•**:** Playing time of the current scene

x VIDEO CD (without PBC functions)/ Super Audio CD/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

x DATA CD (MP3 file)/DATA DVD (MP3 file)

• T **:** Playing time of the current track

x DATA CD (DivX video file)/DATA DVD (DivX video file) (Except for United Kingdom and North American models)

• **:**:** Playing time of the current file

Note

• Characters/marks may not be displayed in some languages.

• Depending on the type of disc being played, the system can only display a limited number of characters. Also, depending on the disc, not all text characters will be displayed.

Checking the play information of the disc

To check DVD/Super Audio CD/CD text

Press DISPLAY repeatedly during playback to display text recorded in the DVD/Super Audio CD/CD. The DVD/Super Audio CD/CD text appears only when text is recorded in the disc. You cannot change the text. If the disc does not contain text, “NO TEXT” appears.

Dvorak/Tchaikovsky /NedPho/Kreizberg Adagio - Allegro molto

Other Operations

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To check DATA CD/DATA DVD

(MP3 file/DivX video file

By pressing DISPLAY while playing MP3 files or DivX video files

on a DATA CD/DATA

) text

DVD, you can display the name of the folder/ MP3 file/DivX video file3), and the audio bit rate (the amount of data per second of the current audio) on the TV screen.

Bit rate

T 0: 13 192k MP3

2002_Remixes Soul_Survivor_rap_version

Folder name

Appears when:

– playing an MP3 file on a DATA CD/DATA DVD.

– playing a DivX video file that contains MP3 audio

If an MP3 file has the ID3 tag, the system will display

a folder name/track (file) name from the ID3 tag information. The system can support ID3 ver 1.0/1.1/2.2/2.3. ID3 ver 2.2/2.3 tag information display has priority when both ID3 ver 1.0/1.1 and ver 2.2/2.3 tags are used for a single MP3 file.

Except for United Kingdom and North American

models.

MP3 File2)/DivX video file3) name

signals on a DATA CD/DATA DVD (except for United Kingdom and North American models).

5( 8) 10( 15) 9/18/2002

Date information

DATA CD

JPEG

* “Exchangeable Image File Format” is a digital

camera image format defined by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).

• Date information is [MM/DD/YYYY]. MM: Month DD: Day YYYY: Year

• Date information varies depending on the area.

Checking the date information of JPEG image file

You can check the date information during playback when the Exif* tag is recorded in the JPEG image file.

Press DISPLAY twice during playback.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

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Returning to the Default Settings

Returning the system parameters, such as preset stations, to the default settings

"/1

1 Press "/1 to turn on the system. 2 Press x, A, and "/1 on the unit at the

same time.

“COLD RESET” appears in the front panel display and the system returns to default settings.

Returning the [SETUP] settings to the default

5 Press X/x to select [SYSTEM SETUP],

then press .

The options for [SYSTEM SETUP] appear.

6 Press X/x to [RESET] and press c. 7 Press C/c to select [YES].

You can also quit the process and return to the Control Menu display by selecting [NO] here.

8 Press .

Do not press [/1 while resetting the system as it takes a few seconds to complete.

Note

• The [MODE (MUSIC, IMAGE)], [INTERVAL], [EFFECT], and [MULTI/2CH] settings are also return to the default settings.

Other Operations

You can return the [SETUP] settings (page 52) other than [PARENTAL CONTROL] to the default settings.

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“DVD” appears in the front panel display.

2 Press DISPLAY while the system is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

3 Press X/x to select [SETUP],

then press .

The options for [SETUP] appear.

4 Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then

press .

The Setup Display appears.

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Additional Information

Precautions

On power sources

• 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.

On placement

• Place the system in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the system.

• At high volum e, over lo ng periods of time, the cabinet becomes hot to the touch. This is not a malfunction. However, touching the cabinet s hould 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 system. The system is equipped with a high power amplifier. If the ventilation slots are blocked, the unit can overheat and malfunction.

• 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 components with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens, or large loudspeakers.

• Do not place heavy objects on the unit.

On operation

• If the syste m 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 control unit. Should this occur, the system may not operate properly. In this case, remove the disc and leave the system turned on for about half an hour until the moisture evaporates.

• When you move the system, take out any disc. If you don’t, the disc may be damaged.

• If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

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 suddenly 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 system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

On cleaning discs, disc/lens cleaners

• Do not use cleaning discs or disc/lens cleaners (including wet or spray types). These may cause the apparatus to malfunction.

On your TV’s color

• If the speakers should cause the TV screen to have color irregularity, turn off the TV then turn it on after 15 to 30 minutes. If color irregularity should persist, place the speakers further away from the TV set.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Caution: This system 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.

On moving the system

Before moving the system, make sure that there is no disc inserted, and remove the AC power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (mains).

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Notes about the Discs

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.

Additional Information

• 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 circular 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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Troubleshooting

If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the system, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repairs. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained.

Power

Symptom Remedy

The power is not turned on. • Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected securely.

•Press "/1 after “STANDBY” disappears from the front panel display.

If “PROTECTOR” and “PUSH POWER” appear alternately in the front panel display.

Picture

Symptom Remedy

There is no picture. • The video connecting cords are not connected securely.

Press "/1 to turn off the system, and check the following items after “STANDBY” disappears.

• Are the + and – speaker cords short-circuited?

• Are you using only the specified speakers?

• Is anything blocking the ventilation holes of the system?

• After checking the above items and fixing any problems, turn on the system. If the cause of the problem cannot be found even after checking all the above items, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

• The video connecting cords are damaged.

• The unit is not connected to the correct TV input jack (page 18).

• The video input on the TV is not set so that you can view pictures from the system.

• Check the output method on your system (page 18).

• You have set progressive format but your TV cannot accept the signal in progressive format. In this case, return the setting to interlace format (the default setting) (page 29).

• Even if your TV is compatible with progressive format (525p/625p) signals, the image may be affected when you set progressive format. In this case, return the setting to interlace format (the default setting) (page 29).

• Re-connect the connecting cord securely.

• The unit is connected to an input device that is not HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) compliant (“HDMI” on the front panel does not light up) (page 18).

• If the HDMI OUT jack is used for video output, changing the type of video signal output from the HDMI OUT jack. It may solve the problem (page 29). Connect the TV and the unit using a video jack other than the HDMI OUT, and switch the TV’s input to the connected video input so that you can see the onscreen displays. Change the type of video signal output from the HDMI OUT jack, and switch the TV’s input back to HDMI. If the picture still does not appear, repeat the Steps and try other options.

• You have set [PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT)] in [VIDEO SETUP] to [ON] (page 54) even though your TV cannot accept the progressive signal. In this case, disconnect the HDMI cable from the unit and then set to [OFF].

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Symptom Remedy

Picture noise appears. • The disc is dirty or flawed.

• If the picture output from your system 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 unit directly to your TV, try connecting your unit to your TV’s video input (page 18).

* Depending on the country model, [720 × 576p] may appear.

Even though you set the aspect ratio in [TV TYPE] of [VIDEO SETUP], the picture does not fill the TV screen.

Color irregularity occurs on the TV screen.

• The aspect ratio on the disc is fixed.

The subwoofer and the front speakers in this system are magnetically shielded to prevent magnetic leakage. However, some leakage may occur, as a high-strength magnet is employed. If this happens, check the following items:

• If the speakers are used with a CRT-based TV or projector, install the speakers at least 0.3 meters (1.0 ft) from the TV set.

• If the color irregularity persists, turn off the TV set once, then turn it on after 15 to 30 minutes.

• If howling occurs, reposition the speakers farther away from the TV set.

• Make sure that no magnetic object (magnetic latch on a TV stand, health care device, toy, etc.) is placed near the speakers.

Sound

Symptom Remedy

There is no sound. • The speaker cord is not connected securely.

• Press MUTING on the remote if “MUTING ON” is dis played in the front panel display.

• The system 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 (page 58).

• Super Audio CD audio signals are not output from the HDMI OUT jack.

• The component connected to the HDMI OUT jack does not conform to the audio signal format, in this case set [AUDIO (HDMI)] in [HDMI SETUP] to [ON] (page 56).

No sound is output from the HDMI OUT jack.

The left and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed.

There is no sound from the subwoofer.

• Set [AUDIO (HDMI)] in [HDMI SETUP] to [ON] (page 56).

• The HDMI OUT jack is connected to a DVI (Digital Visual Interface) device (DVI (Digital Visual Interface) jacks do not accept audio signals).

• The HDMI OUT jack does not output Super Audio CD sound.

• Try the following: 1 Turn the system off and on again. 2 Turn the connected component off and on again. 3 Disconnect and then connect the HDMI cable again.

• Check that the speakers and components are connected correctly and securely.

• Check the speaker connections and settings (pages 16, 58).

• Select “A.F.D. STD

” for “DEC. MODE” (page 32).

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Symptom Remedy

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 ft) away from your TV set or a 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.

The sound loses stereo effect when you play a VIDEO CD, a CD, or an MP3 file.

The surround effect is diffi cult t o hear when you are playing a sound track of Dolby Digital, DTS, or MPEG audio.

The sound comes from the center speaker only.

No sound is heard from the center speaker.

No sound or only a very lowlevel sound is heard from the surround speakers.

There is no sound from the DIGITAL IN COAXIAL/ OPTICAL jack (DAV-HDZ278 only).

• Set [AUDIO] to [STEREO] by pressing AUDIO (page 37).

• Make sure the unit is connected properly.

• Make sure the “DEC. MODE” setting (page 32).

• Check the speaker connections and settings (pages 16, 58).

• 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.

• Depending on the disc, the sound may come from the center speaker only.

• Check the speaker connections and settings (pages 16, 58).

• Make sure the “DEC. MODE” setting (page 32).

• Depending on the source, the effect of the center speaker may be less noticeable.

• A 2 channel source is being played.

• Check the speaker connections and settings (pages 16, 58).

• Make sure the “DEC. MODE” setting (page 32).

• Depending on the source, the effect of the surround speakers may be less noticeable.

• A 2 channel source is being played.

• The sampling frequency of the input signal is more than 48 kHz.

Operation

Symptom Remedy

Radio stations cannot be tuned in.

The remote does not function. • There are obstacles between the remote and the unit.

• Check that the antenna (aerial) is connected securely. Adjust the antenna (aerial) or connect an external antenna (aerial) 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 61).

• Press DISPLAY so that the frequency appears in the front panel display.

• The distance between the remote and the unit is too far.

• The remote is not pointed at the remote sensor on the unit.

• The batteries in the remote are weak.

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Symptom Remedy

The disc does not play. • There is no disc inserted.

• The disc is upside down. Insert the disc with the playback side facing down.

• The disc is skewed on the disc tray.

• The system cannot play CD-ROMs, etc. (page 6).

• The region code on the DVD does not match the system.

• Moisture has condensed inside the unit and may cause damage to the lenses. Remove the disc and leave the unit turned on for about half an hour.

The MP3 file cannot be played. • The DATA CD is not recorded in the MP3 format that conforms to ISO 9660

The JPEG image file cannot be played.

The MP3 files and JPEG image files starts playing simultaneously.

The DivX video file cannot be played (except for United Kingdom and North American models).

The titles of folder/file/file name are not displayed correctly.

Level 1/Level 2, or Joliet.

• The DATA DVD is not recorded in an MP3 format that conforms to UDF (Universal Disk Format).

• The MP3 file does not have the extension “.MP3.”

• The data is not formatted in MP3 even though it has the extension “.MP3.”

• The data is not MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 data.

• The system cannot play audio tracks in MP3PRO format.

• The [MODE (MUSIC, IMAGE)] setting has been set to [IMAGE] (page 46).

• If you cannot change the [MODE (MUSIC, IMAGE)] setting, re-load the disc or turn the system off, then on.

• The DATA CD/DATA DVD contains a DivX video file (except for United Kingdom and North American models).

• The DATA CD is not recorded in a JPEG format that conforms to ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, or Joliet.

• The DATA DVD is not recorded in a JPEG format that conforms to UDF (Universal Disk Format).

• It has an extension other than “.JPEG” or “.JPG.”

• It is larger than 3,072 (width) × 2,048 (height) in normal mode, or more than 2,000,000 pixels in Progressive JPEG image file which is mainly used on the Internet WEB site.

• It does not fit the TV screen (those images are reduced).

• The [MODE (MUSIC, IMAGE)] setting has been set to [MUSIC] (page 46).

• If you cannot change the [MODE (MUSIC, IMAGE)] setting, re-load the disc or turn the system off, then on.

• The DATA CD/DATA DVD contains a DivX video file (except for United Kingdom and North American models).

• [AUTO] has been selected in [MODE (MUSIC, IMAGE)] (page 46).

• The file is not created in DivX format.

• The file has an extension other than “.AVI” or “.DIVX.”

• The DATA CD/DATA DVD is not created in a DivX format that conforms to ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2 or, Joliet/UDF.

• The DivX video file is larger than 720 (width)

• The system can only display numbers and letters of the alphabets. Other characters are displayed as [*].

× 576 (height).

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Symptom Remedy

A disc does not start playing from the beginning.

The system starts playing the disc automatically.

Playback stops automatically. • Some discs may contain an auto pause signal. While playing such a disc, the

You cannot perform some functions such as stop, search, Slow-motion Play, or Repeat Play.

Messages do not appear on the TV screen in the language you want.

The language for the sound track cannot be changed.

The subtitle language cannot be changed.

The subtitle cannot be turned off. • The DVD prohibits turning off subtitles.

The angles cannot be changed. • Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD being played (page 36).

A disc cannot be ejected and “LOCKED” appears in the front panel display.

[Data error] appears on the TV screen when playing a DATA CD or DATA DVD.

The system does not work normally.

• Program Play, Shuffle Play, or Repeat Play has been selected. Press CLEAR to cancel these functions before playing a disc.

• Resume Play has been selected. During stop, press x on the unit or the remote and then start playback (page 39).

• The title, DVD or PBC menu automatically appears on the TV screen.

• The DVD features an auto playback function.

system stops playback at the auto pause signal.

• Depending on the disc, you may not be able to perform some of the operations above. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the disc.

• In the Setup Display, select the desired language for the on-screen display in [OSD] under [LANGUAGE SETUP] (page 53).

• Multilingual tracks are not recorded on the DVD being played.

• The DVD prohibits changing the language for the sound track.

• Multilingual subtitles are not recorded on the DVD being played.

• The DVD prohibits changing the subtitles.

• The DVD prohibits changing the angles.

• Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

• The MP3 file/JPEG image file/DivX video file you want to play is broken (except for United Kingdom and North American models).

• The data is not MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 data.

• The JPEG image file format does not conform to DCF.

• The JPEG image file has the extension “.JPG” or “.JPEG,” but is not in JPEG format.

• The file you want to play has the extension “.AVI” or “.DIVX” but is not in DivX format, or is in DivX format but does not conform to a DivX Certified profiles (except for United Kingdom and North American models).

• Disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (mains), then reconnect after several minutes.

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Symptom Remedy

The Control for HDMI function does not work.

No sound is output from the system and TV while using the System Audio Control function.

• When “HDMI” does not light up in the front panel display, check the HDMI connection (page 18).

• Set the [CONTROL FOR HDMI] setting in [HDMI SETUP] to [ON] (page 55).

• Make sure that the connected component is compatible with the [CONTROL FOR HDMI] function.

• Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) of the connected component is connected securely.

• Check the connected component’s setting for the Control for HDMI function. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the component.

• If you change the HDMI connection, connect and disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead), or have a power failure, set the [CONTROL FOR HDMI] setting in [HDMI SETUP] to [OFF], then set the [CONTROL FOR HDMI] setting in [HDMI SETUP] to [ON] (page 55).

• For details, see “Using the Control for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” Sync” (page 64).

• Set the [AUDIO (HDMI)] setting in [CUSTOM SETUP] to [ON] (page 56).

• Make sure that the connected TV is compatible with the System Audio Control function.

• For details, see “Using the Control for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” Sync” (page 64).

USB device

(DAV-DZ270 only)

Symptom Remedy

“OVERLOAD” appears in the front panel display.

Are you using a supported USB device?

There is no sound. • Th e USB device is not connected correctly. Turn off the system, then reconnect

The sound is distorted. • The bit rate used when encoding the audio files was low. Send audio files

There is noise or the sound skips. • Turn off the system, then reconnect the USB device.

• A problem has been detected with the level of electrical current from the (USB) port. Turn off the system and remove the USB device from the (USB) port. Make sure there is no problem with the USB device. If this display pattern persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer.

• If you connect an unsupported USB device, the following problems may occur. See “Playable USB Devices” (page 76) for the supported device types.

– The USB device is not recognized.

– File or folder names are not displayed on this system.

– Playback is not possible.

– The sound skips.

– There is noise.

– A distorted sound is output.

– Recording stops before it is finished.

the USB device.

encoded with higher bit rates to the USB device.

• Noise may have entered during the recording or copying process. Delete the file, and try recording or copying again.

• Copy the files to your computer, format the USB device in FAT12, FAT16, or FAT32 format, and copy the files to the USB device again.*

* This system supports FAT12, FAT16, and FAT32, but some USB device may

not support all of these FAT. For details, refer to the operating instructions of each USB device or contact the manufacturer.

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Symptom Remedy

The USB device cannot be connected into the (USB) port.

The USB device which has been used on another device does not work.

“READING” is displayed for a long time.

Erroneous display. • Send the music data to the USB device again, as the data stored in the USB

“DATA ERROR” appears in the front panel display during playback of an USB device.

Playback does not start. • Turn off the system, then reconnect the USB device.

Playback does not start from the first track.

The USB device is being connected backwards. Connect the USB device in the correct orientation.

• It may be recorded in an unsupported format. If so, first take the precaution of backing up important files on the USB device by copying them to your computer hard disk. Next, format the USB device with a FAT12, FAT16, or FAT32 file system and transfer the backed-up audio files onto the USB device again.*

* This system supports FAT12, FAT16, and FAT32, but some USB device may

not support all of these FAT. For details, refer to the operating instructions of each USB device or contact the manufacturer.

• The reading process can take a long time in the following cases.

– There are many folders or files on the USB device.

– The file structure is extremely complex.

– The memory capacity is excessive.

– The internal memory is fragmented.

• Sony recommends following these guidelines.

– Total folders on the USB device: 200 or less

– Total files per folder: 150 or less

device may have been corrupted.

• The character codes that can be displayed by this system are numbers and alphabet only. Other characters are not displayed correctly.

• The audio file/JPEG image file you want to play is broken.

• The data is not MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 data.

• The JPEG image file format does not conform to DCF.

• The JPEG image file has the extension “.JPG” or “.JPEG,” but is not in JPEG format.

• Connect the USB device that this system can play (page 76).

•Press H to start play.

• Cancel Repeat Play (page 71).

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Symptom Remedy

The USB device (audio file/ JPEG image file) cannot be played back.

Audio files or JPEG image files take longer to play back than others.

You cannot start recording/ copying to an USB device.

Recording/copying is stopped before it is finished.

• USB device formatted with file systems other than FAT12, FAT16, or FAT32 are unsupported.*

• Files that are encrypted or protected by passwords, etc. cannot be played back.

• The MP3 file does not have the extension “.MP3.”

• The WMA file does not have the extension “.wma.”

• The AAC file does not have the extension “.m4a.”

• The data is not stored in the desired format.

• The MP3 files in format other than MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 cannot be played back.

• If you use partitioned USB device, only audio files on the first partition can be played.

• The system can playback to a depth of 8 folders only.

• For audio files/JPEG i mage files, check the [MODE (MUSIC, IMAGE)] setting (pages 68, 69).

• The number of folders has exceeded 200.

• The number of files has exceeded 150.

• For audio files/JPEG image files, the folder contains more than 150 files.

• The JPEG image file does not have the extension “.JPG” or “.JPEG.”

• The JPEG image file is larger than 3,072 (width) × 2,048 (height) in normal mode, or more than 2,000,000 pixels in Progressive JPEG mode which is mainly used on the Internet website.

• JPEG image files with a high width to length ratio cannot be played back.

• A WMA file that is the WMA DRM, WMA Lossless, or WMA PRO format cannot be played back.

• An AAC file that is the AAC DRM or AAC Lossless format cannot be played back.

* This system supports FAT12, FAT16, and FAT32, but some USB device may

not support all of these FAT. For details, refer to the operating instructions of each USB device or contact the manufacturer.

• After the system reads all files on the USB device, playback may take more time than usual if:

– the number of folders or files is very large.

– the folder or file organization structure is very complex.

– the memory capacity is very large.

– the file size is extremely large.

– the physical structure within the memory is fragmented.

• Sony recommends following these guidelines.

– Total folders on the USB device: 200 or less

– Total files per folder: 150 or less

• The following problems may have occurred.

– The USB device is full.

– The number of MP3 files and folders on the USB device has reached the

upper limit.

– The USB device is write-protected.

• The communication speed of the USB device is extremely slow. Connect the USB device that this system can play.

• If the recording, copying, and erase operations are repeated multiple times, the file structure within the USB device becomes complex. Follow the procedure in the operating instructions of the USB device to format the USB device. If the problem persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer.

Additional Information

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Symptom Remedy

Recording to an USB device results in an error.

Audio files or folders on the USB device cannot be erased.

• You are using an unsupported USB device. See “Playable USB Devices” (page 76).

• The USB device was disconnected or the power was turned off during recording/copying. Delete the partially-recorded file, and record/copy again. If this does not fix the problem, the USB device may be broken. Follow the procedure in the operating instructions of the USB device to format the USB device. If the problem persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer.

• Check if the USB device is write-protected.

• The USB device was disconnected or the power was turned off during erasing. Delete the partially-erased file. If this does not fix the problem, the USB device may be broken. Follow the procedure in the operating instructions of the USB device to format the USB device. If the problem persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer.

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Self-diagnosis Function

(When letters/numbers appear in the display)

When the self-diagnosis function is activated to prevent the system from malfunctioning, a 5character service number (e.g., C 13 50) with a combination of a letter and 4 digits appears on the TV screen o r front panel displa y. In this case, check the following table.

C:13:50

When displaying the version number on the TV screen

When you turn on the system, the version number [VER.X.XX] (X is a number) may appear on the TV screen. Although this is not a malfunction and for Sony service use only, normal system operation will not be possible. Turn off the system, and then turn on the system again to operate.

VER.X.XX

First 3 characters of the service number

C 13 The disc is dirty.

C 31 The disc is not inserted correctly.

E XX

(XX is a number)

Cause and/or corrective action

,Clean the disc with a soft cloth

(page 87).

,Restart the system, then re-insert

the disc correctly.

To prevent a malfunction, the system has performed the selfdiagnosis function. ,Contact your nearest Sony

dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and give the 5character service number.

Example: E 61 10

Additional Information

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Specifications

AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS for the US model

POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION:

With 3 ohms loads, both channels driven, from 180

- 20,000 Hz; rated 84 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.7% total harmonic distortion from 250 milli watts to rated output.

Amplifier Section

US models: Surround mode (reference) RMS output power

FL/FR/C/SL/SR*: 142 watts (per channel at 3 ohms, 1 kHz, 10% THD) Subwoofer*: 140 watts (at

3 ohms, 80 Hz, 10% THD) Chinese models: Surround mode (reference) RMS output power

FL/FR/C/SL/SR*: 100

watts (per channel at 3

ohms, 1 kHz)

Subwoofer*: 100 watts (at

3 ohms, 80 Hz) Other models: Stereo mode (rated) 108 W + 108 W (at 3 ohms,

1 kHz, 1% THD) Surround mode (reference) RMS output power

FL/FR/C/SL/SR*: 142

watts (per channel at 3

ohms, 1 kHz, 10% THD)

Subwoofer*: 140 watts (at

3 ohms, 80 Hz, 10% THD)

* Depending on the decoding mode settings and the

source, there may be no sound output.

Inputs (Analog) TV/VIDEO (AUDIO IN) Sensitivity: 450/250 mV AUDIO IN Sensitivity: 250/125 mV

Inputs (Digital) (DAV-HDZ278 only)

TV/VIDEO (COAXIAL IN/OPTICAL IN)

Impedance: 75 ohms/Outputs (Analog) Phones Accepts low- and high-

impedance headphones.

Super Audio CD/DVD System

Laser Semiconductor laser

(Super Audio CD/DVD: λ = 650 nm) (CD: λ = 790 nm) Emission duration:

continuous Signal format system North American, Mexican, and Latin American

models:

NTSC Other models: NTSC/PAL

USB Section (DAV-DZ270 only)

Supported bit rate MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3):

32 kbps - 320 kbps WMA: 48 kbps - 192 kbps AAC: 48 kbps - 320 kbps Sampling frequencies MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3):

32/44.1/48 kHz WMA: 44.1 kHz AAC: 44.1 kHz

(USB) port:

Maximum current: 500 mA

Tuner Section

System PLL quartz-locked digital

synthesizer FM tuner section Tuning range North American models: 87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz

(100 kHz step) Other models: 87. 5 MHz - 108.0 MHz (50

kHz step) Antenna (aerial) FM wire antenna (aerial) Antenna (aerial) terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz AM tuner section Tuning range North American, Mexican, and Latin American

models:

530 kHz - 1,710 kHz (with

the interval set at 10 kHz)

531 kHz - 1,710 kHz (with

the interval set at 9 kHz) European, Russian, and Middle Eastern models:

531 kHz - 1,602 kHz (with

the interval set at 9 kHz) Australian and New Zealand models:

531 kHz - 1,710 kHz (with

the interval set at 9 kHz)

530 kHz - 1,710 kHz (with

the interval set at 10 kHz) Other models: 531 kHz - 1,602 kHz (with

the interval set at 9 kHz)

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530 kHz - 1,610 kHz (with

the interval set at 10 kHz) Antenna (aerial) AM loop antenna (aerial) Intermediate frequency 450 kHz

Video Section

Outputs VIDEO: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms

COMPONENT:

Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms

PB/CB, PR/CR: 0.7 Vp-p

75 ohms

HDMI OUT: Type A (19

pin)

Speakers Front/Surround (SS-TS80)

Speaker system Full range Bass reflex,

Speaker unit 65 mm (2

Magnetically Shielded

/8 in) cone type Rated impedance 3 ohms Dimensions (approx.) 103 mm × 164 mm × 82

mm (4

/4 in) (w/h/d)

/8 in × 6 1/2 in ×

Mass (approx.) 0.6 kg (1 lb 6 oz)

Center (SS-CT80)

Speaker system Full range Bass reflex,

Speaker unit 65 mm (2

Magnetically Shielded

/8 in) cone type Rated impedance 3 ohms Dimensions (approx.) 265 mm × 93 mm × 71 mm

/2 in × 3 3/4 in × 2 7/8 in)

(10 (w/h/d)

Mass (approx.) 0.7 kg (1 lb 9 oz)

Subwoofer (DAV-HDZ278) (SS-WS80)

Speaker system Subwoofer Bass reflex Speaker unit 160 mm (6

/8 in) cone type Rated impedance 3 ohms Dimensions (approx.) 205 mm × 325 mm × 325

mm (8

/8 in) (w/h/d)

/8 in × 12 7/8 in ×

Mass (approx.) 5.2 kg (11 lb 8 oz)

Taiwan models: 120 V AC, 50/60 Hz Argentine models: 220 V - 240 V AC,

50/60 Hz

Latin American models: 110 V - 240 V AC,

50/60 Hz

Saudi Arabian models: 127 V - 240 V AC,

50/60 Hz

Chinese models: 220 V - 240 V AC,

50/60 Hz

Other models: 220 V - 240 V AC,

50/60 Hz Power consumption DAV-HDZ278: On: 155 W

Standby: 0.3 W (at the

Power Saving mode) DAV-DZ270: On: 160 W

Standby: 0.3 W (at the

Power Saving mode) Output voltage (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT) (DAV-HDZ278 only) DC 5 V Output current (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT) (DAV-HDZ278 only) 700 mA Dimensions (approx.) 430 mm × 66 mm × 385

mm (17

/4 in) (w/h/d) incl.

in × 2

/8 in ×

projecting parts Mass (approx.) 4.2 kg (9 lb 5 oz)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

• Standby power consumption 0.3 W.

• Halogenated flame retardants are not used in the printed wiring boards.

• Over 85% power efficiency of amplifier block is achieved with the full digital amplifier, S-master.

Additional Information

Subwoofer (DAV-DZ270) (SS-WS81)

Speaker system Subwoofer Bass reflex Speaker unit 160 mm (6

/8 in) cone type Rated impedance 3 ohms Dimensions (approx.) 225 mm × 395 mm × 325

mm (8

/8 in) (w/h/d)

/8 in × 15 5/8 in ×

Mass (approx.) 6.1 kg (13 lb 8 oz)

General

Power requirements North American models: 120 V AC, 60 Hz Mexican models: 120 V AC, 60 Hz

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Glossary

Digital Cinema Auto Calibration

Digital Cinema Auto Calibration was developed by Sony to automatically measure and adjusts the speaker settings to your listening environment in a short period of time.

Dolby Digital

This movie theater sound format is more advanced than Dolby Surround Pro Logic. In this format, the surround 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” with the subwoofer channel designed as the 0.1 channel (since it functions only when a deep bass effect is needed). All six channels in this format are recorded separately for superior channel separation. Furthermore, since all the signals are processed digitally, less signal degradation occurs.

Dolby Pro Logic II

Dolby Pro Logic II creates five full-bandwidth output channels from 2 channel 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.

x Movie mode

The Movie mode is for use with stereo television shows and all programs encoded in Dolby Surround. The result is enhanced sound field directionality that approaches the quality of discrete 5.1-channel sound.

x Music mode

The Music mode is for use with any stereo music recordings, and provides a wide and deep sound space.

Dolby Surround Pro Logic

As one method of decoding Dolby Surround, Dolby Surround Pro Logic produces four channels from 2 channel sound. Compared with the former Dolby Surround system, Dolby Surround Pro Logic reproduces left-to-right panning more naturally and localizes sounds more precisely. To take full advantage of Dolby Surround Pro Logic, you should have one pair of

surround speakers and a center speaker. The surround speakers output monaural sound.

DTS

Digital audio compression technology developed by DTS, Inc. This technology conforms to 5.1-channel surround. This format comprises of stereo rear channel 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 due to the all channel data being recorded discretely and processed in digitally.

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)

HDMI is an interface that supports both video and audio on a single digital connection, allowing you to enjoy high quality digital picture and sound. The HDMI specification supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection), a copy protection technology that incorporates coding technology for digital video signals.

Interlace format (Interlaced scanning)

The Interlace format is the NTSC standard method for displaying TV images at 30 frames per second. Each frame is scanned twice alternately bet ween the even numbered scan ning lines and then odd numbered scanning lines, at 60 times per second.

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. 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.

Progressive format (sequential scanning)

In contrast to the Interlace format, the progressive format can reproduce 50 - 60 frames per second by reproducing all scanning lines (525 lines for the NTSC system). The overall picture quality increases and still images, text and horizontal lines appear sharper. This format

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Sony DAV-DZ270, HDZ278 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

WARNING

About This Operating Instructions

Playable Discs

Example of discs that the system cannot play

Note about CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW

About Multi Session CD

Region code

Note about playback operations of a DVD or VIDEO CD

Copyrights

Getting Started

Unpacking

Step 1: Positioning the System

Step 2: Connecting the System

1 Connecting the Speakers

2 Connecting the TV

3 Connecting the other components

4 Connecting the antenna (aerial)

5 Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)

About the demonstration

Step 3: Performing the Quick Setup

Setting the type of video output to match your TV

Step 4: Enjoying Sound from all the Speakers

Changing the input level of the sound from connected components

Sound Adjustment

Enjoying Surround Sound by Using Decoding Mode

Disc

Playing a Disc

Displaying multi-angles and subtitles

Changing the sound

Checking the audio signal format

Selecting a playback area for a Super Audio CD

Resuming playback from the point where you stopped the disc

Playing a VIDEO CD with PBC functions (Ver.2.0)

Using Play Mode

Creating your own program

Playing in random order

Playing repeatedly

Searching/Selecting a Disc

Selecting [ORIGINAL] or [PLAY LIST] on a DVD-VR

Using the DVD’s menu

Searching for a title/chapter/ track/scene, etc.

Playing MP3 Files/JPEG Image Files

Selecting an MP3 file or folder

Selecting a JPEG image file or folder

Displaying the list of MP3 files/JPEG image files

Playing MP3 files and JPEG image files as a slide show with sound

Enjoying DivX® Videos

About DivX video files

Selecting a folder

Selecting a DivX video file

Changing the password

Using the Setup Display

Setting the display or sound track language

Settings for the display

Settings for the HDMI

Settings for the audio

Other Settings

Settings for the speakers

Tuner

Presetting Radio Stations

Listening to the Radio

Naming preset stations

Viewing the station name or frequency in the front panel display

Control for HDMI/External Audio Device

Preparing for the Control for HDMI function

Using the Theater/Theatre Mode

Watching DVD by a single button press

Turning the system off in sync with the TV

Enjoying TV sound from the speakers in this system

Setting the Maximum Volume Level of the System

Playing Back Audio Files/JPEG Image Files of a USB Device

Connecting the USB device

Selecting an audio file or folder

Selecting a JPEG image file or folder

Displaying the list of audio files/JPEG image files

Playing repeatedly