Sony DAV-DZ361W Operating Instructions

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DVD Home Theatre System

Operating Instructions

DAV-DZ361W

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WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

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.

NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM

A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience.

Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362, (i.e., marked with mark or mark) must be used.

If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover.

If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.

Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

This symbol on the product or

on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is

disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequence s for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste. By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product at end-of-life to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.

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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 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.

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 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.

About the S-AIR function

The system is compatible with the S-AIR function, which allows transmission of sound between S-AIR products wirelessly. The following S-AIR products can be used with the system:

• Surround amplifier (supplied): You can enjoy surround speaker sound wirelessly.

• S-AIR receiver (optional): You can enjoy system sound in another room.

The S-AIR receiver can be purchased as an option (the S-AIR product lineup differs depending on the area).

Notes or instructions for the surround amplifier or S-AIR receiver in this operating instructions refer only to when the surround amplifier or S-AIR receiver is used. For details on the S-AIR function, see “Using an S-AIR Product” (page 73).

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Table of Contents

About This Operating Instructions..........3

About the S-AIR function .......................3

Playable Discs......................................... 5

Getting Started

Step 1: Positioning the System ...10 Step 2: Connecting the System ...13 Step 3: Setting up the Wireless

System .....................................21

Step 4: Performing the Quick

Setup ........................................23

Step 5: Enjoying Sound from all the

Speakers ..................................26

Sound Adjustment

Enjoying Surround Sound by Using

Decoding Mode ..............................28

Selecting the Sound Mode....................30

Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound... 30

Disc

Playing a Disc ....................................... 31

Using Play Mode...................................36

Searching/Selecting a Disc ...................39

Playing MP3 Files/JPEG Image Files... 41

Enjoying DivX® Videos.......................44

Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture

and Sound ....................................... 46

Restricting Playback of the Disc...........47

Using the Setup Display........................49

Tuner

Presetting Radio Stations ...................... 56

Listening to the Radio...........................57

Using the Radio Data System (RDS).... 59

Control for HDMI/External Audio Device

Using the Control for HDMI Function for

“BRAVIA” Sync ............................ 60

Playing Back Audio Files/JPEG Image

Files of a USB Device .................... 63

Storing Songs in a USB Device ............ 69

Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT

Adapter ........................................... 72

Using an S-AIR Product ....................... 73

Other Operations

Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a

Room .............................................. 79

Calibrating the Appropriate Settings

Automatically................................. 80

Controlling the TV with the Supplied

Remote ........................................... 81

Using the Sound Effect......................... 82

Using the Sleep Timer .......................... 82

Changing the Brightness of the Front

Panel Display.................................. 83

Viewing Information About the Disc... 83

Returning to the Default Settings ......... 86

Additional Information

Precautions ........................................... 87

Notes about the Discs ........................... 88

Troubleshooting.................................... 89

Self-diagnosis Function ........................ 99

Specifications ..................................... 100

Glossary.............................................. 102

Language Code List............................ 104

Index to Parts and Control .................. 105

Guide to the Control Menu Display ... 110

Index ................................................... 114

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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)

, 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)

, 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).)

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 5

• 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

•DVD-RAM

Also, the system cannot play the following discs:

• A DVD VIDEO with a different region code (page 7)

• 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 cases, CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW cannot be played on this system due to the recording quality or physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of the recording device and authoring software. The disc will not play if it has not been correctly finalized. For more information, 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.

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.

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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.

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.

“S-AIR” and its logo 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)

• Remote commander (remote) (1)

• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)

• Calibration mic (1)

• Foot pads (1 set)

• Surround amplifier (1)

• Speaker cord cover (1)

• Speaker cord holder (1)

• Wireless transceivers (2)

• Operating Instructions

• Speaker and T V 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.

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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.

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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 H Surround amplifier

Top view

C C

* Not supplied.

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 79) and “Cal ibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically ” (page 80).

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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.

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Step 2: Connecting the System

See the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from 1 to 6 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.

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2 TV

1 Front speaker (L)

3 DIGITAL MEDIA

PORT adapter

5 Wireless transceiver

1 Center speaker

Surround

amplifier

1 Subwoofer

5 Wireless

transceiver

6 AC power cord (mains lead)

3 Portable audio source

4 AM loop antenna (aerial)

4 FM wire antenna (aerial)

6 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.

Rear panel of the unit

SPEAKER

CENTER SUBWOOFER

SPEAKER

CENTER

DIGITAL IN

COAXIAL OPTICAL

SUBWOOFER

FRONT R FRONT L

TV HDMI OUT

To the center speaker (green)

To the subwoofer (purple)

Rear panel of the surround amplifier

EZW-RT

S-AIR ID

SPEAKER

PAIRIN G

SURROUND SELECTOR

B C

SURROUND SURROUND

BACK

To the surround speaker (L)

(blue)

DC5V

0.7A MAX

DMPORT

To the front speaker (R) (red)

EZW-RT10

OUTPUT(TO TV)

SPEAKER

FRONT L

FRONT R

To the front speaker (L) (white)

ANTENNA

COAXIAL 75

EURO AV

To the surround speaker (R) (gray)

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2 Connecting the TV

For video output to your TV, check the video input jacks of the TV, and select connection method A or B. Picture quality improves in order from A (standard) to B (HDMI). When the TV has the digital optical or coaxial output jack, you can improve sound quality by connecting with the digital cord (A).

Digital optical cord (not supplied)

Digital coaxial cord (not supplied)

DIGITAL IN

COAXIAL OPTICAL

To the digital coaxial output jack of the TV

To the digital optical output jack of the TV

SPEAKER

CENTER SUBWOOFER

COAXIAL OPTICAL

DIGITAL IN

TV HDMI OUT

SPEAKER

FRONT R FRONT L

ANTENNA

Rear panel

COAXIAL 75

OUTPUT(TO TV)

EURO AV

DC5V

0.7A MAX

DMPORT

EZW-RT10

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HDMI* cable (not supplied)

I O

To the HDMI IN jack of the TV

SCART (EURO AV) cord (not supplied)

EURO AV

OUTPUT(TO TV)

To the SCART (EURO AV) jack of the TV

* HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)

If your TV has the HDMI jack, use this connection and select the type of output signal (page 25).

Note

• During the “DMPORT” function, video signal is not output from the HDMI OUT jack.

• 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.

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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

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SPEAKER

CENTER SUBWOOFER

DIGITAL IN

COAXIAL OPTICAL

TV HDMI OUT

Stereo mini-plug cord (not supplied)

To the portable audio source

(USB) port (See page 63.)

SPEAKER

FRONT R FRONT L

DC5V

0.7A MAX

DMPORT

EZW-RT10

0.7

DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (not supplied)

COAXIAL 75

OUTPUT(TO TV)

EURO AV

ANTENNA

Front panel

Rear panel

To connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter

Connect a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (not supplied) to the DMPORT jack. For details, see “Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter” (page 72).

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.

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4 Connecting the antenna (aerial)

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AM loop antenna (aerial) (supplied)

Note

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

SPEAKER

CENTER SUBWOOFER

DIGITAL IN

COAXIAL OPTICAL

TV HDMI OUT

SPEAKER

FRONT R FRONT L

DC5V

0.7A MAX

DMPORT

EZW-RT10

FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied)

COAXIAL 75

OUTPUT(TO TV)

ANTENNA

EURO AV

Rear panel

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.

Outdoor FM antenna (aerial)

Unit

ANTENNA

COAXIAL 75

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5 Inserting the wireless transceiver

You can transmit sound from the unit to an S-AIR product, such as a surround amplifier or S-AIR receiver. An S-AIR product is a component that is compatible with the S-AIR function. To use the S-AIR function, you need to insert the wireless transceivers into the unit, surround amplifier, and S-AIR receiver. For details of the S-AIR function, see “Using an S-AIR Product” (page 73).

Rear panel of the surround amplifier

EZW-RT

S-AIR ID

PAIRIN G

SURROUND SELECTOR

SPEAKER

A B C

SURROUND SURROUND

BACK

Rear panel of the unit

ANTENNA

COAXIAL 75

EURO AV

OUTPUT(TO TV)

transceiver

Wireless

-R

Note

SPEAKER

CENTER SUBWOOFER

DIGITAL IN

COAXIAL OPTICAL

TV HDMI OUT

EZW-RT10

Wireless

transceiver

SPEAKER

FRONT R FRONT L

DC5V

0.7A MAX

DMPORT

EZW-RT10

• When you insert the wireless transceiver, make sure that the AC power cord (mains lead) is not connected to a wall outlet (mains).

• Do not touch the terminals of the wireless transceiver.

• Insert the wireless transceiver with the S-AIR logo facing up.

• Insert the wireless transceiver so that the V marks are aligned.

• Do not insert other than the wireless transceiver into the EZW-RT10 slot.

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6 Connecting the AC power cords (mains lead)

Before connecting the AC power cords (mains leads) of the unit and the surround amplifier to a wall outlet (mains), connect the front, center speakers and subwoofer to the unit and surround speakers to the surround amplifier.

Rear panel of the

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Rear panel of the unit

To the wall outlet (mains)

SPEAKER

CENTER SUBWOOFER

DIGITAL IN

COAXIAL OPTICAL

TV HDMI OUT

SPEAKER

FRONT R FRONT L

ANTENNA

COAXIAL 75

OUTPUT(TO TV)

EURO AV

DC5V

0.7A MAX

DMPORT

EZW-RT10

To the wall outlet (mains)

surround amplifier

EZW-RT

S-AIR ID

PAIRIN G

SURROUND SELECTOR

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 86)), you can turn off the demonstration simply by pressing [/1 on the remote.

SPEAKER

A B C

SURROUND SURROUND

BACK

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Step 3: Setting up the Wireless System

To use the wireless system, you need to set up the surround amplifier. Before setting, make sure that the wireless transceivers are inserted into the unit and the surround amplifier correctly (page 19). This wireless system is called “S-AIR.” For details of the S-AIR function, see “Using an S-AIR Product” (page 73).

"/1

POWER / ON LINE Indicator

POWER

POWER/ON LINE

PHONES

PHONES jack

The unit transmits sound to the surround amplifier that is connected to the surround speakers. To establish sound transmission, perform the following Steps.

1 Press "/1 on the unit.

The system turns on.

2 Make sure that the SURROUND

SELECTOR switch of the surround amplifier is set to SURROUND.

3 Set the S-AIR ID switch of the surround

amplifier to A.

4 Press POWER on the surround

amplifier.

The POWER / ON LINE indicator turns green. If not, check the transmission status as follows.

S-AIR ID switch

EZW-RT

S-AIR ID

SPEAKER

A B C

PAIRIN G

SURROUND SELECTOR

SURROUND SURROUND

BACK

SURROUND SELECTOR switch

To check the transmission status

You can check the status of sound transmission between the unit and surround amplifier by checking the POWER / ON LINE indicator of the surround amplifier.

POWER / ON LINE indicator

Turns green. Sound transmission is

Flashes green. Sound transmission is not

Turns red. The surround amplifier does

Turns off. The surround amplifier turns

Status

established.

For details, see “Surround amplifier operation” (page 97).

not output sound.

For details, see “Surround amplifier operation” (page 97).

off or its protection is active.

For details, see “Surround amplifier operation” (page 97).

To enjoy the sound by using headphones

You can enjoy the system’s sound in a place apart from the unit by connecting the headphones to the PHONES jack on the surround amplifier.

Note

• When you connect headphones to the surround amplifier, neither the unit nor the surround amplifier outputs sound from the system’s speakers.

• The volume of the unit may become minimum if you turn off the surround amplifier while the headphones are connected to the surround amplifier, or radio reception is poor. In this case, “HP NO LINK” and “VOLUME MIN” appear alternately in the front panel display. Check radio reception, and set the volume again.

When you use the multiple S-AIR product

You can prevent miss transmission between the S-AIR products by setting a different ID for each S-AIR product. For details, see “Establishing sound transmission between the unit and S-AIR sub unit (ID setting)” (page 73).

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To prevent the transmission by neighbors

To prevent the transmission from neighbors, you can identify the unit and the surround amplifier by performing the pairing operation. For details, see “Identifying the unit with a specific S-AIR sub unit (Pairing operation)” (page 76).

To attach the cover to the

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surround amplifier

After connecting and setting, you can attach the cover to the surround amplifier for organizing and storing excess speaker cords.

1 Attach the speaker cord cover by

sliding it down along the grooves along the edges of the surround amplifier.

Speaker cord cover

2 Insert the tabs of the speaker cord

holder in the slots of the speaker cord cover, and press it into place.

Speaker cord holder

Surround amplifier

Grooves

Push the speaker cord cover down until you hear a click. Turn the surround amplifier upside down, then store the cords in the speaker cord cover.

Note

• When detaching, remove the speaker cord holder, then remove the speaker cord cover. To remove the speaker cord holder, slightly press the catch of the holder and lift off. To remove the speaker cord cover, slightly splay open the edges of the cover and slide down.

• Do not use excessive force to store the cords.

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Step 4: Performing the Quick Setup

Follow the Steps below to make the basic adjustments for using the system. Displayed items vary depending on the country model.

Note

• When you connect the system and the TV with the HDMI cable (not supplied), you need to set the type of video output for matchi ng your TV. For details, see “Setting the type of video output to match your TV” (page 25).

"/1

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

LANGUAGE SETUP

OSD: MENU: AUDIO: SUBTITLE:

ENGLISH ENGLISH

FRENCH

SPANISH

PORTUGUESE

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 on the unit, and POWER on

the surround amplifier.

Note

• Make sure that the function is set to “DVD” (page 26).

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 25) and perform again.

4 Press without inserting a disc.

VIDEO SETUP

TV TYPE: LINE: PAUSE MODE:

4:3 LETTER BOX

16:9 16:9

4:3 PAN SCAN

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 50)

x If you have a 4:3 standard TV

[4:3 LETTER BOX] or [4:3 PAN SCAN] (page 50)

8 Press .

The Setup Display for selecting the output method for video signals from the EURO AV T OUTPUT (TO TV) jack on the rear panel of the unit appears.

VIDEO SETUP

TV TYPE:

LINE:

PAUSE MODE:

16:9 VIDEO VIDEO

VIDEO

RGB

VIDEO

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9 Press X/x to select the output method

for video signals.

• [VIDEO]: outputs video signals.

• [RGB]: outputs RGB signals.

Note

• If your TV does not accept RGB signals, no picture appears on the TV screen even if you

Getting Started

select [RGB]. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your TV.

10 Press .

The Setup Display for selecting the speaker formation appears.

11 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 79).

SPEAKER FORMATION

STANDARD

AUDIO IN / A.CAL MIC

Calibration mic

12 Press . 13 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 between the speakers and the calibration mic.

14 Press C/c to select [YES].

Note

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

15 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.

• Before [AUTO CALIBRATION], install the surround amplifier in the appropriate location. If you install the surroun d amplifier in an improper location, such as another room, proper measurement will not be obtained.

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

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16 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].

17 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 79) and “Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically” (page 80).

• If you want to change any of the settings, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 49).

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

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 15), 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.

• [720

× 480p]**: The system outputs 720 ×

480p* video signals.

* i: interlace, p: progressive

** Depending on the country model, [720 × 480/

576p] may appear.

× 1080p)]: The system

× 1080i]: The system outputs 1920

× 720p]: The system outputs 1280 ×

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Step 5: Enjoying Sound

from all the Speakers

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

Getting Started

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” t “DMPORT” t “AUDIO” t …

FUNCTION +/–

SYSTEM MENU

Note

• When you use th e TV (COAXIAL or OPTICAL DIGITAL IN) jack (digital connection), the digital connection takes priority.

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 28.

5 Press .

The setting is made.

6 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The system menu turns off.

Note

• Depending on your TV, you m ay need to t urn 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.”

Function Source

“DVD” Disc that is played by the

“TUNER FM”/ “TUNER AM”

“USB” USB device (page 63)

“TV” TV

“DMPORT” DIGITAL MEDIA PORT

“AUDIO” Portable audio source (that

system

FM/AM radio (page 56)

adapter (page 72)

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

Changing the input level of the sound from connected components

Distortion may occur when you listen to a component connected to the EURO AV T OUTPUT (TO TV) jack 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. To prevent distortion, reduce the input level on the unit.

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1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“TV” 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.

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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.

• Depending on the input stream, the decoding mode may not be 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.”

• When changing the decoding mode while using the S-AIR receiver, sound from the S-AIR receiver may skip.

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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 or surround amplifier.

• When changing the sound mode while using the

S-AIR receiver, sound from the S-AIR receiver may skip.

Broadcast Sound

(DUAL MONO)

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 15) 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 +/–

./>

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 60).

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 20).

– [CONTROL FOR HDMI] is set to [OFF]

(page 60).

– “S-AIR STBY” is set to “OFF” (page 75).

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To use the headphones

Connect the headphones to PHONES jack on the unit. The sound of the system is muted. You can also connect the headphones to PHONES jack on the surround amplifier. (The sound of the system is muted.) See page “To enjoy the sound by using headphones” (page 21).

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)

. twice in a second.

When you press . once, you can go to the beginning of the current chapter, track, or scene.

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.

To Press

Play one frame at a time (Freeze Frame)

3)5)6)

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

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

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.

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

The button can be used except for DivX video files.

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

DVD+R only. The button can be used except for DivX video files.

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

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.

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.

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 104) 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)

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).

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].

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Checking the audio signal format

Selecting a playback area for a Super Audio CD

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

Frequency Effect)

DOLBY DIGITAL 3 / 2 . 1

CL R

LFE

LS RS

Example:

Dolby Digital 3 channel

Surround

Front (L/R)

1:SPANISH

Currently playing program format

(Monaural)

DOLBY DIGITAL 2 / 1

L R

You can play the Super Audio CD (page 103) 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.

• When the Super Audio CD does not have the multichannel playback area, you cannot select the playback area.

x DATA CD (DivX video file)/DATA DVD (DivX video file)

Example:

MP3 audio

1:MP3 128k

Bit rate

To change a playback layer when playing a hybrid Super Audio CD

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

Note

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

1 Press DISPLAY while the system is

in stop mode.

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The Control Menu display appears on the

TV screen.

2 Press X/x to select [SUPER

AUDIO CD/CD LAYER], then press .

x When the current layer is the CD layer

[SUPER AUDIO CD] appears.

x When the current layer is the Super Audio CD layer

[CD] appears.

3 Press to change the layer.

• [SUPER AUDIO CD]: You can play the Super Audio CD layer. When the system is playing a Super Audio CD 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.

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.

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)

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.

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:

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– 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 53).

Note

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

• If [MULTI-DISC RESUME] in [SYSTEM SETUP] is set to [OFF] (page 53), 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

– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –

01 02 03 04 05 06

5 Select the track you want to program.

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

press .

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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 .

Note

• When you press CLEAR to return to normal play, Shuffle Play and Repeat Play are also canceled.

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.

4 Press .

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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.

• When you press CLEAR to return to normal play, Program Play and Repeat Play are also canceled.

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.

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.

4 Press .

The item is selected.

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 43), you cannot select [TRACK].

• When you press CLEAR to return to normal play, Program Play and Shuffle Play are also canceled.

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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 .

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.

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)

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 > to play the next MP3 file. Press . twice to play the previous MP3 file. When you press . once, you can go to the beginning of the current MP3 file. 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.

Selecting a JPEG image file or folder

1 Load a DATA CD or DATA DVD.

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The folders recorded on the DATA CD or

DATA DVD appear. When a folder is being played, its title is shaded.

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.

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 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 52).

To stop playback

Press x.

Displaying the list of MP3 files/JPEG image files/DivX video 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 .

• [FOLDER LIST]: The list of folders appears. Follow Step 2 of “Selecting an MP3 file or folder” (page 41), “Selecting a JPEG image file or folder” (page 41), or “Selecting a folder” (page 45).

• [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” (page 41). If there is no JPEG image file in the selected folder, [No image data] appears. In this case, select [FOLDER LIST] to display the list of folders.

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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. 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

• 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 51).

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.

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• [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 52).

Enjoying DivX® Videos

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

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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 5).

Note

• The system may not play a DivX video file when the file has been combined from two o r 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.

To select DivX video files, see “Selecting a DivX video file” (page 45).

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

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

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• 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.

Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture and Sound

[A/V SYNC]

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 input stream , [A/V SYNC ] may not be effective.

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Restricting Playback of 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

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 104) using the number buttons.

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

The selection items for [LEVEL] are displayed.

11Press X/x to select the desired level,

then press .

[PARENTAL CONTROL] setting is complete.

The lower the value, the stricter the limitation.

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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 mod e 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 47). When you are asked to enter your password, enter “199703” using the number buttons, then press . The display will ask you to enter 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 ap pears, enter your new password.

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.

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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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 49)

• [VIDEO SETUP] (page 50)

• [HDMI SETUP] (page 51)

• [AUDIO SETUP] (page 52)

• [SYSTEM SETUP] (page 53)

• [SPEAKER SETUP] (page 53)

Example: [VIDEO SETUP]

Selected item

VIDEO SETUP

TV TYPE: LINE: PAUSE MODE:

16:9

VIDEO

AUTO

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

VIDEO SETUP

TV TYPE: LINE: PAUSE MODE:

4:3 LETTER BOX

16:9 16:9

OFF

FULL

AUTO

4:3 PAN SCAN

Options

7 Press X/x to select a setting, then

press .

The setting is selected and setup is complete.

Example: [4:3 LETTER BOX]

VIDEO SETUP

TV TYPE: LINE: PAUSE MODE:

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 23), 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 86).

Setting the display or sound track language

[LANGUAGE SETUP]

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

4:3 LETTER BOX

VIDEO

Selected setting

AUTO

Disc

Setup items

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

LANGUAGE SETUP

OSD: MENU: AUDIO: SUBTITLE:

ENGLISH ENGLISH

ORIGINAL

AUDIO FOLLOW

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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.

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 104) using the number buttons.

Settings for the display

[VIDEO SETUP]

Select settings according to the TV to be connected.

x [TV TYPE]

You can select the aspect ratio of the connected TV.

: Select this when you connect a wide-

[16:9] screen TV or a TV with a wide mode function.

[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 automatically instead of [4:3 PAN SCAN] or vice versa.

x [LINE]

You can select the output method for video signals from the EURO AV T OUTPUT (TO TV) jack on the rear panel of the unit.

VIDEO SETUP

TV TYPE: LINE: PAUSE MODE:

16:9

VIDEO

AUTO

[VIDEO]: The system outputs video signals. [RGB]: The system outputs RGB signals.

Note

• If your TV does not accept RGB signals, no picture appears on the TV screen even if you select [RGB]. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your TV.

• You cannot select [RGB] while the HDMI indicator is lit. [RGB] automatically switches to [VIDEO] when you turn on any connected HDMI equipment.

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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.

for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” Sync” (page 60).

[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].

Disc

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 25).

[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 × 480/576p]

may appear.

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

x [VOLUME LIMIT]

If you change the output method of the TV to the system speaker on the TV menu or by pressing THEATRE, the System Audio Control (page 62) 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.

[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].

x [AUDIO (HDMI)]

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

[OFF]

: The system does not output the sound

from the HDMI OUT jack.

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[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 a pplied to the sound that is outpu t 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 × 480/576p].

• You can select [(1920

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

• If you select [(1920

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

• HDMI signal will stop momentarily when:

– The system is loading or u nloading a DATA CD or

DATA DVD disc.

– You connect or remove a USB device.

× 1080i) HD ] or [(1920 ×

Settings for the audio

[AUDIO SETUP]

AUDIO SETUP

S-AIR SETUP: SPEAKER FORMATION: AUTO CALIBRATION: AUDIO DRC: TRACK SELECTION:

x [S-AIR SETUP]

You can set up the S-AIR setting. For details, see “Using an S-AIR Product” (page 73).

[ID]

You can set the ID of the system.

[PAIRING]

You can pair the system and S-AIR sub unit, such as surround amplifier or S-AIR receiver.

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 79).

x [AUTO CALIBRATION]

You can calibrate the appropriate settings automatically. For details, see “Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically” (page 80).

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.

OFF OFF

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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.

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 49). (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 MPEG audi o in this order.

Other Settings

[SYSTEM SETUP]

SYSTEM SETUP

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

x [SCREEN SAVER]

You can reduce the

display device damages

(ghosting). Press any button (e.g.,

JACKET PICTURE

Registration Code

cancel the screen saver.

: The screen saver image appears if you do

[ON] not operate the system for about 15 minutes. [OFF]: Off.

x [BACKGROUND]

You can select the background color or picture on the TV screen.

[JACKET PICTURE]

: The jacket picture (still

picture) appears, but only when the jacket

button) to

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. [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 47).

x [DivX]

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

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

on the Internet.

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

[ON]

: The system stores the resume points in 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 86).

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 or surround amplifier.

Disc

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SPEAKER SETUP

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

FRONT:

CENTER: SURROUND:

SUBWOOFER:

YES

YES YES

YES

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].

[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 23), 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).

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 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 23), 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. You can set the parameters from –6.0 dB to 0 dB for [L/R], and from –6.0 dB to +6.0 dB for [CENTER] 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.

[ON]: The test tone is emitted from each speaker in sequence while adjusting level. When you select one of the [SPEAKER SETUP] items, the 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.

Disc

x [LEVEL (SURROUND)]

You can adjust the sound level of the surround speakers. You can set the parameter from –6.0 dB to +6.0 dB. Be sure to set [TEST TONE] to [ON] for easy adjustment.

[L/R] 0.0 dB

* This item appears when you set [SURROUND] to

[YES] in the [CONNECTION] setting.

x [TEST TONE]

*: Set the surround speaker level.

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

[OFF]: The test tone is not emitted from the speakers.

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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

Select the desired preset number by pressing PRESET +/– (page 57), then perform the procedure from Step 3.

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 56)).

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.

• You can select the preset sta tion number 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.

Tuner

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.

Note

• You cannot enter a name for preset stations of the Radio Data System (RDS) (page 59).

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.

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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.

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

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.

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

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Using the Radio Data System (RDS)

What is the Radio Data System?

The Radio Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting service that allows radio stations to send additional information along with the regular program signal. This tuner offers convenient RDS features, such as station name display. RDS is available only for FM stations.*

Note

• RDS may not work properly if the station you are tuned to is not transmitting the RDS signal properly, or if the signal strength is weak.

* Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do

they provide the same type of se rvices. If you are not familiar with the RDS system, check with your local radio stations for details on RDS services in your area.

Receiving RDS broadcasts

Simply select a station from the FM band.

When you tune in a station that provides RDS services, the station name* appears in the front panel display.

* If an RDS broadcast is not received, the station

name may not appear in the front panel display.

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:

– Theatre Mode (page 61)

– One-Touch Play (page 61)

– System Power Off (page 61)

– System Audio Control (page 62)

– Volume Limit (page 62)

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 THEATRE, ONE-TOUCH PLAY, TV [/1. For details, see “Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote” (page 81) and refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

ONE-TOUCH

PLAY

BRAVIA Sync

THEATRE

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 Theatre Mode

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 (e.g.):

This system TV

Turns on. (If not already turned on.)

Switches to “DVD” function.

Starts playing th e disc and outputs the sound.

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.

Turns on. (If not already turned on.)

Switches to HDMI input.

Minimizes sound level.

(System Audio Control)

Control for HDMI/External Audio Device

(Theatre Mode)

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

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.

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” function, or playing a CD), the system may not turn off automatically.

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Enjoying TV sound from the speakers in this system

• You can connect the system and the TV audio digitally. For details, see page 15.

(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 15).

Depending on the TV, when you set the system to the “TV” 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,” 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,” TV sound is output from the TV speakers.

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” 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.

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 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 51).

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Playing Back Audio

Connecting the USB device

Files/JPEG Image Files of a USB Device

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” (supplement). 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.

About playable USB devices

• Do not use USB devices other than those listed

in “Playable USB Devices” (supplement). Operation of models not listed is not guaranteed.

• Operation is not guaranteed, even when using

these USB devices.

• Some of these USB devices may not be

available for purchase in certain areas.

• When formatting a USB device, be sure to do

so using the device itself, or dedicated formatting software for the device. Otherwise, you may be unable to properly transfer from the USB device to this system.

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.

Control for HDMI/External Audio 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.

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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.

• 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.

• 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.

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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

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.

• When listening to compressed music in a USB device, you can enhance the sound. Select “A.F.D. STD” for “DEC. MODE” (page 28). To cancel, select other than “A.F.D. STD.”

To stop playback

Press x.

To play the next or previous audio file

Press > to play the next audio file. Press . twice to play the previous audio file. When you press . once, you can go to the beginning of the current audio file. 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.

Other operations

See “Other operations” (page 32).

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.

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

FOLDER LIST

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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 66), and add effects to the slide show (page 66).

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

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.

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 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].

To stop playback

Press x.

Other operations

See “Other operations” (page 32).

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.

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.

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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 52).

Displaying the list of audio files/JPEG image files

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.

Control for HDMI/External Audio Device

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 audio file or folder” or “Selecting a JPEG image 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.” If there is no JPEG image file in the selected folder, [No image data] appears. In this case, select [FOLDER LIST] to display the list of folders.

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 65), you cannot select [TRACK].

Searching for an audio file/ JPEG image file/folder

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.

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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

USB

MUSIC

Each time you press DISPLAY while playing the USB device, 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/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

• 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 audio files may not be displayed correctly.

Selected row

3 Press .

[** (**)] changes to [– – (**)].

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

USB

MUSIC

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.

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.

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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.

Storing Songs in a USB Device

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 63).

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) 16/9/2002

Date information

* “Exchangeable Image File Format” is a digital

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

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

USB

IMAGE

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 a 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 a folder or file that you are trying to record already exists on the USB device with the same name, a sequential number is added after the name without overwriting the original folder or file.

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• 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 .

x To cancel the track

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

START

ALL

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 erased from the list on the TV screen, but are not erased from the USB device.

To return to the previous display

Press O RETURN.

Control for HDMI/External Audio Device

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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Using the DIGITAL MEDIA

PORT Adapter

Playing the connected component on the system

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 16).

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 EURO AV OUTPUT signal only regardless of the type of video signal.

• When you use the system and the Bluetooth Wireless Audio Adapter (such as TDM-BT1, not supplied) at the same time, transmission distance between the Bluetooth transmitter and Bluetooth Wireless Audio Adapter may be reduced. In this case, place the Bluetooth transmitter as far as possible from the system, or move the Bluetooth Wireless Audio Adapter closer to the Bluetooth transmitter.

• When you use the system and the Wireless Network Audio Adapter (such as TDM-NC1, not supplied) at the same time, place the Wireless Network Audio Adapter as far as possible from 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 28). To cancel, select other than “A.F.D. STD.”

• 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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Using an S-AIR Product

The unit is compatible with the S-AIR function (page 102), which allows sound transmission between S-AIR products.

About S-AIR products

There are two types of S-AIR product.

• S-AIR main unit (this unit): This is for transmitting sound. You can use up to three S-AIR main unit. (The number of usable S-AIR main unit depends on the use environment.)

• S-AIR sub unit: This is for receiving sound.

– Surround amplifier: You can enjoy

surround speaker sound wirelessly.

– S-AIR receiver: You can enjoy system

sound in another room.

S-AIR sub unit (S-AIR receiver)

S-AIR main unit

S-AIR sub unit

(surround amplifier)

Establishing sound transmission between the unit and S-AIR sub unit (ID setting)

For the surround amplifier For the S-AIR receiver

Simply by matching the ID of the unit and the S-AIR sub unit, you can establish sound transmission. You can use multiple S-AIR main unit by setting a different ID for each component.

To set the ID of the unit

1 Press "/1 on the unit.

The system turns on.

2 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“DVD” appears in the front panel display.

3 Press DISPLAY while the system is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

4 Press X/x to select [SETUP],

then press .

The options for [SETUP] appear.

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

press .

The Setup Display appears.

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

then press .

The options for [AUDIO SETUP] appear.

7 Press X/x to select [S-AIR SETUP t],

then press .

8 Press X/x to select [ID], then press . 9 Press X/x to select the desired ID, then

press .

You can select any ID (A, B, or C). The confirmation display appears.

10Press .

Set the S-AIR sub unit to the same ID.

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Sound transmission is established as

follows (example):

with a specific S-AIR sub unit by performing the pairing operation (page 76).

This unit

ID A

S-AIR sub unit

• To confirm the current ID, perform Steps 1 to 7 above. When you pair the unit with the S-AIR sub unit (page 76), [(PAIRING)] appears beside ID on the display for selecting ID.

S-AIR sub unit

Other S-AIR main unit

ID B

ID A

ID B

S-AIR sub unit

To set the ID of the surround amplifier

1 Make sure that the SURROUND

SELECTOR switch of the surround amplifier is set to SURROUND.

2 Set the S-AIR ID switch of the surround

amplifier to match the ID (A, B, or C) of the unit.

3 Press POWER on the surround

amplifier.

When sound transmission is established, the POWER / ON LINE indicator of the surround amplifier turns green. For details of the POWER / ON LINE indicator, see “To check the transmission status” (page 21).

To set the ID of the S-AIR receiver

Refer to the operating instructions of the S-AIR receiver.

Note

• It is e asy to set the same ID for the unit and S-AIR sub unit to establish sound transmission. However, neighbors may also receive your system’s sound if IDs are the same, or you may receive the sound from neighbors. To prevent this, you can identify the unit

Enjoying the system’s sound in another room

For the S-AIR receiver

You can enjoy the system’s sound by using the S-AIR receiver. The S-AIR receiver can be installed anywhere, regardless of the location of the unit, for enjoying the system’s sound in another room.

For details of the S-AIR receiver, refer to the operating instructions of the S-AIR receiver.

1 Set the ID of the S-AIR receiver to that

of the unit.

• To set the ID of the unit, see “To set the ID of the unit” (page 73).

• To set the ID of the S-AIR receiver, refer to the operating instructions of the S-AIR receiver.

Note

• When you are using another S-AIR sub unit,

such as a surround amplifier, do not change the ID of the unit. Set the ID of the S-AIR receiver to the same ID as the unit.

• When you pair the unit and another S-AIR sub

unit, such as a surround amplifier, by the pairing operation, you need to perform the pairing operation between the unit and the S-AIR receiver. For details, see “Identifying the unit with a specific S-AIR sub unit (Pairing operation)” (page 76).

2 Press S-AIR MODE on the remote.

The S-AIR mode appears in the front panel display. Each time you press S-AIR MODE, the S-AIR mode changes.

•“PARTY” sound according to function set on the unit.

• “SEPARATE”: You can set the desired function for the S-AIR receiver while unit functions do not change.

: The S-AIR receiver outputs

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3 Select the desired function on the

S-AIR receiver.

x When “PARTY” is set

The function changes in the same sequence as you press FUNCTION +/– (page 26).

x When “SEPARATE” is set

The function changes as follows.

“MAIN UNIT” t “TUNER FM” t “TUNER AM” t “DMPORT” t “AUDIO” t …

To enjoy the same function as the unit, select “MAIN UNIT.” When “TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” is selected on the unit, you can only select the same band for the tuner on the S-AIR receiver. In this case, when you select other than “TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” on the unit, you can select any band for the tuner on the S-AIR receiver.

4 Adjust the volume on the S-AIR

receiver.

Note

• When the sound is other than 2 channel stereo, multi channel sound is downmixed to 2 channel.

• The sound of the S-AIR receiver may be cut off by operation of the unit.

To control the system from the S-AIR receiver

You can control the system from the S-AIR receiver by using the following buttons.

Press Operation

H, X, x, ./>

S-AIR CH Change the function of the system.

For details, refer to the operating instructions of the S-AIR receiver.

Share the same operations on the remote and unit.

Enjoying the S-AIR receiver while the unit is in standby mode

For the S-AIR receiver

You can enjoy the S-AIR receiver while the unit is in standby mode by setting “S-AIR STBY” to “ON.”

1 Press SYSTEM MENU. 2 Press X/x repeatedly until “S-AIR

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

3 Press X/x to select the desired setting.

• “ON”: You can enjoy the S-AIR receiver while the unit is in standby mode or turned on.

• “OFF”: You cannot enjoy the S-AIR receiver while the unit is in standby mode.

The default setting differs depending on the model.

4 Press .

The setting is made.

5 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The system menu turns off.

Note

• When you set “S-AIR STBY” to “ON,” the power consumption during the standby mode increases.

• When you turn the system off while “S-AIR STBY” is set to “ON,” “S-AIR” flashes (when sound transmission between the unit and S-AIR receiver is not established), or lights up (when sound transmission between the unit and S-AIR receiver is established) in the front panel display.

• If you turn the system off with the disc tray opened while “S-AIR STBY” is set to “ON,” the disc tray may not close automatically.

• When the wireless transceiver is not inserted in the unit, you cannot set the “S-AIR STBY.”

• “S-AIR STBY” is set to “OFF” automatically when the wireless transceiver is removed from the unit.

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Identifying the unit with a specific S-AIR sub unit (Pairing operation)

For the surround amplifier For the S-AIR receiver

It is easy to set the same ID for the unit and an S-AIR sub unit, such as a surround amplifier or S-AIR receiver, to establish sound transmission. However, neighbors may also receive your system’s sound if IDs are the same, or you may receive the sound from neighbors. To prevent this, you can identify the unit with a specific S-AIR sub unit by performing the pairing operation.

x Before pairing

Sound transmission is established by the ID (example).

Your room

This unit

ID A

S-AIR sub unit

x After pairing

Sound transmission is established between the paired unit and S-AIR sub unit(s) only.

Neighbor

ID A

S-AIR sub unit

Your room

This unit

ID A

ID A ID A

S-AIR sub unit

Pairing

Neighbor

No transmission

S-AIR sub unit

To perform pairing

1 Place the S-AIR sub unit that you want

to pair near the unit.

Note

• Remove headphones from the surround amplifier (if connected).

2 Match the IDs of the unit and the S-AIR

sub unit.

• To set the ID of the unit, see “To set the ID

of the unit” (page 73).

• To set the ID of the surround amplifier,

see “To set the ID of the surround amplifier” (page 74).

• To set the ID of the S-AIR receiver, refer

to the operating instructions of the S-AIR receiver.

3 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“DVD” appears in the front panel display.

4 Press DISPLAY while the system is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

5 Press X/x to select [SETUP],

then press .

The options for [SETUP] appear.

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

press .

The Setup Display appears.

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

then press .

The options for [AUDIO SETUP] appear.

8 Press X/x to select [S-AIR SETUP t],

then press .

9 Press X/x to select [PAIRING], then

press .

The confirmation display appears.

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

The unit starts pairing. To not perform pairing, select [NO].

11 Start pairing of the S-AIR sub unit.

x For the surround amplifier

Press POWER on the surround amplifier to turn on the surround amplifier and press PAIRING on the rear panel of the surround amplifier. The PAIRING indicator of the surround amplifier flashes red when pairing starts. When sound transmission is established, the PAIRING indicator of the surround amplifier turns red and the confirmation display appears.

• To press PAIRING on the rear panel of the surround amplifier, a slim instrument, such as a paper clip, can be used.

x For the S-AIR receiver

Refer to the operating instructions of the S-AIR receiver. When sound transmission is established, the confirmation display appears.

Note

• Perform the pairing within several minutes after Step 10. If you do not, the pairing is canceled automatically and the confirmation display appears. To perform pairing, select [YES]. To return to the previous display, select [NO].

12 Press C/c to select the next operation.

x To finish pairing

Select [NO], then press .

x To perform pairing of another S-AIR sub unit

Select [YES], then press .

Note

• If you perform the pairing operation between the unit and another S-AIR sub unit (page 76), sound transmission established by ID is canceled.

• When you perform pairing, [(PAIRING)] appears beside ID on the display for selecting ID.

To cancel pairing

Perform the ID setting of the unit according to the procedure of “To set the ID of the unit.” If you select a new ID (you can select the same ID as before), pairing is canceled.

Control for HDMI/External Audio Device

If sound transmission is unstable

For the surround amplifier For the S-AIR receiver

If you use multiple wireless systems which sharing the 2.4 GHz band, such as wireless LAN or Bluetooth, the transmission of S-AIR products or other wireless systems may be unstable. In this case, the transmission may be improved by changing the following “RF CHANGE” setting.

1 Press SYSTEM MENU. 2 Press X/x repeatedly until “RF

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

3 Press X/x to select the desired setting.

• “AUTO”: Normally select this. The system change “RF CHANGE” to “ON” or “OFF” automatically.

• “ON”: The system transmits sound by searching the better channel for transmitting.

• “OFF”: The system transmits sound by fixing the channel for transmitting.

4 Press .

The setting is made.

5 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The system menu turns off.

6 When you set “RF CHANGE” to “OFF,”

select the ID so that sound transmission is most stabilized (page 73).

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Note

• When the wireless transceiver is not inserted in the unit, you cannot set the “RF CHANGE.”

• In most cases, you will not need to change this setting.

• If “RF CHANGE” is set to “OFF,” transmission between the unit and S-AIR sub unit can be performed using one of the following channels.

– S-AIR ID A: equivalent channel for Wi-Fi

channel 1

– S-AIR ID B: equivalent channel for Wi-Fi

channel 6

– S-AIR ID C: equivalent channel for Wi-Fi

channel 11

• The transmission may be improved by changing the transmission channel (frequency) of the other wireless system(s). For details, refer to the operating instructions of the other wireless system(s).

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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 80).

• [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 80).

• When you change the [CONNECTION] setting in [SPEAKER SE TUP] (page 53), the [SPEAKER FORMATION] setting returns to [STANDARD].

Other Operations

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 or surround amplifier. You canno t 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

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

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

Note

• Before [AUTO CALIBRATION], make sure that the surround amplifier turns on and you install the surround amplifier in the appropriate location. If you install the surround amplifier in an improper location, such as another room, proper measurement will not be obtained.

• 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:

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– the headphones are connected to the unit or

surround amplifier.

– the calibration mic is not connected.

– front speakers are not correctly connected.

– surround speakers are not correctly

connected.

– 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 insert or eject a disc.

– do not connect the headphones to the unit or

surround amplifier.

– 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 53.

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, THEATRE, 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.

By pressing You can

TV [/1 Turn the TV on/off.

THEATRE

TV INPUT Switch the TV’s input source

TV VOL +/– Adjust the TV volume.

PROG +/–* Select the TV channel.

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.

Enjoy optimal image suited for movies.

between the TV and other input sources.

Select the TV channel.

the current display.

layer on the menu of the TV.

temporarily.

Other Operations

* 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.

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 Super VCD

1 Playing time of the current track

2 Track text

3 Track and index number

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/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.

Other Operations

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x DATA CD (DivX video file)/DATA DVD

(DivX video file)

1 Playing time of the current file 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 name of the MP3 file cannot be display ed, “*” 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.

• 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.

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)

• **:**:** 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.

T 1: 01: 40

Checking the play information of the disc

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

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

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To check DATA CD/DATA DVD

(MP3 file/DivX video file) text

By pressing DISPLAY while playing MP3 files or DivX video files on a DATA CD/DATA DVD, you can display the name of the folder/ MP3 file/DivX video file, 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

5( 8) 10( 15) 18/9/2002

Date information

* “Exchangeable Image File Format” is a digital

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

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

DATA CD

JPEG

Other Operations

Folder name** MP3 File**/DivX video file

* Appears when:

– playing an MP3 file on a DATA CD/DATA DVD.

– playing a DivX video file that contains MP3 audio

signals on a DATA CD/DATA DVD.

** 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.

name

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 also return to the default settings.

You can return the [SETUP] settings (page 49) 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 volume, over long periods of ti me, the cabinet becomes hot to the touch. This is not a malfunction. However, touching the cabin et shou ld 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 system is b rought 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 cabine t, 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).

About S-AIR function

• As the S-AIR function transmits sound by radio waves, sound may skip when radio waves are obstructed. This is a characteristic of radio waves and is not malfunction.

• As the S-AIR function transmits sound by radio waves, equipment that generates electromagnetic energy, such as a microwave oven, may interfere with sound transmission.

• As the S-AIR function uses the radio waves that share the same frequency as other wireless systems, such a s wireless LAN or Bluetooth, interference or poor

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transmission may result. In this case, take the following steps:

– Do not install the system near other wireless

systems.

– Do not use the system and the other wireless

systems at the same time.

• The transmission distance differs depending on the usage environment. Find a location where transmission between the S-AIR main unit and sub unit is most effective, and install the S-AIR main unit and sub unit there.

About the surround amplifier

• The nameplate is located on the side exterior.

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.

• 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. In the event of a problem with the S-AIR function, have a Sony dealer check the entire system together (main unit and S-AIR sub unit).

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 SCART (EURO AV) cord is not connected securely.

Picture noise appears. • The disc is dirty or flawed.

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 SCART (EURO AV) cord is damaged.

• The unit is not connected to the correct EURO AV t INPUT jack (page 15).

• 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 15).

• 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 15).

• 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 25). 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.

• If the signal from the EURO AV T OUTPUT (TO TV) jack is distorted, change the type of video signal output from the HDMI OUT jack by setting [HDMI RESOLUTION] in [HDMI SETUP] to [720 × 480p]

* Depending on the country model, [720 × 480/576p] may appear.

* (page 25).

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Symptom Remedy

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 displayed 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 53).

• 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 51).

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.

Severe hum or noise is heard. • Check that the speakers and components are connected securely.

The sound loses stereo effect when you play a VIDEO CD, a CD, or an MP3 file.

• Set [AUDIO (HDMI)] in [HDMI SETUP] to [ON] (page 51).

• 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 14, 53).

• Select “A.F.D. STD

• 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.

• Set [AUDIO] to [STEREO] by pressing AUDIO (page 33).

• Make sure the unit is connected properly.

” for “DEC. MODE” (page 28).

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Symptom Remedy

The surround effect is diff icult to 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.

• Make sure the “DEC. MODE” setting (page 28).

• Check the speaker connections and settings (pages 14, 53).

• 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 14, 53).

• Make sure the “DEC. MODE” setting (page 28).

• 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 14, 53).

• Make sure the “DEC. MODE” setting (page 28).

• 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.

Noise is heard on AM radio. • Check the location of the AM loop antenna (aerial) and cord (page 18).

The remote does not function. • There are obstacles between the remote and the unit.

The disc does not play. • There is no disc inserted.

• 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 56).

• 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.

• 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 5).

• 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.

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Symptom Remedy

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.

The titles of folder/file/file name are not displayed correctly.

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.

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 43).

• 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.

• 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 43).

• 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.

• [AUTO] has been selected in [MODE (MUSIC, IMAGE)] (page 43).

• 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 [*].

• 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 35).

• 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.

× 576 (height).

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Symptom Remedy

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 32).

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.

The Control for HDMI function does not work.

No sound is output from the system and TV while using the System Audio Control function.

• In the Setup Display, select the desired language for the on-screen display in [OSD] under [LANGUAGE SETUP] (page 49).

• 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.

• 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.

• Disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (mains), then reconnect after several minutes.

• When “HDMI” does not light up in the front panel display, check the HDMI connection (page 15).

• Set the [CONTROL FOR HDMI] setting in [HDMI SETUP] to [ON] (page 51).

• 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 51).

• For details, see “Using the Control for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” Sync” (page 60).

• Set the [AUDIO (HDMI)] setting in [CUSTOM SETUP] to [ON] (page 51).

• 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 60).

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USB device

Symptom Remedy

“OVERLOAD” appears in the front panel display.

Are you using a supported USB device?

There is no sound. • The 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.

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

• 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” (supplement) 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.

• 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.

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Symptom Remedy

“DATA ERROR” appears in the front panel display during playback of a 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 (audio file/ JPEG image file) cannot be played back.

Audio files or JPEG image files take longer to play back than others.

• 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. See “Playable USB Devic es” (supplement).

•Press H to start play.

• Cancel Repeat Play (page 67).

• 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 64, 65).

• 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

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Symptom Remedy

You cannot start recording/ copying to a USB device.

Recording/copying is stopped before it is finished.

Recording to a USB device results in an error.

Audio files or folders on the USB device cannot be erased.

• 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.

• You are using an unsupported USB device. See “Playable USB Devices” (supplement).

• 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.

The S-AIR function

Symptom Remedy

S-AIR connection is not established (sound transmission is not established), e.g., the indicator of the S-AIR sub unit does the following:

• Turns off.

•Flashes.

• Turns red.

• If you use another S-AIR main unit, place it more than 8 m (26 1/4 feet) away from the unit.

• Confirm the ID of the unit and S-AIR sub unit (page 73).

• You performed pairing the unit and another S-AIR sub unit. Perform pairing of the desired S-AIR sub unit (page 76).

• The unit is paired to another S-AIR sub unit. Cancel pairing.

• Install the S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub unit away from other wireless products.

• Stop using another wireless product.

• The S-AIR sub unit is turned off. Make sure the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected and turn on the S-AIR sub unit.

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Symptom Remedy

No sound is heard from the S-AIR sub unit.

There is noise or the sound skips. • If you use another S-AIR main unit, place it more than 8 m (26

• If you use another S-AIR main unit, place it more than 8 m (26 1/4 feet) away from the unit.

• Confirm the ID of the unit and S-AIR sub unit (page 73).

• Confirm the pairing setting (page 76).

• Install the S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub unit closer together.

• Avoid use of equipment that generates electromagnetic energy, such as a microwave oven.

• Install the S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub unit away from other wireless products.

• Stop using another wireless product.

• Change the “RF CHANGE” setting (page 77).

• Change the ID settings of the S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub unit.

• Turn off the system and S-AIR sub unit, then turn on them.

from the unit.

• Install the S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub unit closer together.

• Avoid use of equipment that generates electromagnetic energy, such as a microwave oven.

• Install the S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub unit away from other wireless products.

• Stop using another wireless product.

• Change the “RF CHANGE” setting (page 77).

• Change the ID settings of the S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub unit.

/4 feet) away

Surround amplifier operation

If no sound is output from the surround speakers, check the status of the POWER / ON LINE indicator on the surround amplifier. For details of the POWER / ON LINE indicator, see “Step 3: Setting up the Wireless System” (page 21).

Symptom Remedy

The power is not turned on. • Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected securely.

The POWER / ON LINE indicator does not turn on.

Turn off the surround amplifier and remove the AC power cord (mains lead) of the surround amplifier, then check the following items.

• Are the + and – speaker cords short-circuited?

• Is anything blocking the ventilation holes of the surround amplifier?

• After checking the above items and fixing any problems, connect the AC power cord (mains lead) of the surround amplifier and turn on the surround amplifier. If the cause of the problem cannot be found even after checking all the above items, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

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Symptom Remedy

There is no sound. Check the status of the POWER / ON LINE indicator on the surround amplifier.

“HP NO LINK” and “VOLUME MIN” appear alternately in the front panel display, and the volume of the unit becomes minimum.

• turns green

– The speaker cord is not connected securely.

– Check the speaker connections and settings.

– The volume of the unit is set to minimum.

– The unit is in mute status.

– Depending on the source or the settings of the unit, the effect of the speakers

may be less noticeable.

– Headphones are connected.

• flashes green

– The unit is not turned on.

– You performed pairing the unit and another S-AIR sub unit.

– The surround amplifier is paired to another S-AIR main unit.

– Confirm the IDs of the unit and surround amplifier (page 73).

– Pairing operation is not completed.

– Sound transmission is poor.

Move the surround amplifier so that the POWER / ON LINE indicator turns green.

– Install the unit and surround amplifier apart from another wireless product.

– Stop using another wireless product.

– The wireless transceiver(s) is/are not inserted correctly.

• turns red

– Change the SURROUND SELECTOR switch (SURROUND or

SURROUND BACK) of the surround amplifier to match the unit.

• Volume becomes the minimum when you turn off the surround amplifier with headphones connected before you turn off the unit or if radio reception is poor. In these cases, check radio reception, and set the volume again.

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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 88).

,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

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Specifications

Amplifier Section

Stereo mode (rated) 108 W + 108 W (at 3 ohms,

1 kHz, 1% THD)

Surround mode (reference) RMS output power

FL/FR/C*: 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 (AUDIO IN) Sensitivity: 450/250 mV AUDIO IN Sensitivity: 250/125 mV Inputs (Digital) TV (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 PAL/NTSC

USB Section

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, CIS, 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) 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

R/G/B: 0.7 Vp-p 75 ohms

HDMI OUT: Type A (19

pin)

Speakers Front/Surround (SS-TS80)

Speaker system Full range Bass reflex,

Magnetically Shielded Speaker unit 65 mm cone type Rated impedance 3 ohms Dimensions (approx.) 103 mm × 164 mm × 82

mm (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) 0.6 kg

Center (SS-CT80)

Speaker system Full range Bass reflex,

Magnetically Shielded Speaker unit 65 mm cone type Rated impedance 3 ohms Dimensions (approx.) 265 mm × 93 mm × 71 mm

(w/h/d) Mass (approx.) 0.7 kg

Subwoofer (SS-WS80)

Speaker system Subwoofer Bass reflex Speaker unit 160 mm cone type Rated impedance 3 ohms Dimensions (approx.) 205 mm × 325 mm × 325

mm (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) 5.2 kg

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