Sony DAV-DZ531W User Manual

3-217-398-12(1)

DVD Home Theatre System

Operating Instructions

DAV-DZ531W

WARNING

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

Caution – The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.

Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.

To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with news papers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus.

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

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

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

This symbol on the produ ct 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 consequences 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.

Don’t throw away the battery with general house waste, dispose of it correctly as chemical waste.

This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. This marking is located on the rear 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.

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.

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)

can be unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the event of trouble.

Welcome!

Thank you for purchasing Sony DVD Home Theatre System. Before operating this system, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

Table of Contents

Welcome!................................................2

About This Manual .................................5

This System Can Play the Following

Discs .................................................5

Getting Started – BASIC –

Step 1: Assembling

the Speakers ............................. 9

Step 2: Connecting the System and

TV ............................................. 14

Step 3: Positioning the System... 20 Step 4: Performing the Quick

Setup........................................ 22

Getting Started – ADVANCED –

Turning off the Demonstration .............25

Installing the Speakers, IR transmitter,

and IR receiver on a Wall ...............26

Connecting the TV (Advanced) ............29

Connecting Other Components.............33

Basic Operations

Playing Discs ................................ 35

Enjoying the Radio or Other

Components............................ 36

Enjoying TV or VCR Sound from All

Speakers.................................. 37

Selecting the Movie or Music

Mode ........................................ 38

Sound Adjustments

Enjoying Surround Sound by Using Sound

Field ................................................39

Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound ... 41

(DUAL MONO)

Various Functions for Playing Discs

Searching for a Particular Point on

a Disc ..............................................42

(Scan, Slow-motion Play, Freeze

Frame) Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track/

Scene, etc........................................43

Searching by Scene...............................44

(Picture Navigation)

Resuming Playback from the Point Where

You Stopped the Disc..................... 44

(Resume Play)

Creating Your Own Program................ 45

(Program Play)

Playing in Random Order..................... 47

(Shuffle Play)

Playing Repeatedly............................... 48

(Repeat Play)

Using the DVD’s Menu........................ 49

Changing the Sound.............................. 49

Selecting [ORIGINAL] or [PLAY LIST]

on a DVD-R/DVD-RW.................. 51

Viewing Information About the Disc ... 52

Changing the Angles ............................ 54

Displaying the Subtitles........................ 55

Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture

and Sound....................................... 55

(A/V SYNC) About MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG

Image Files ..................................... 56

Playing DATA CDs or DATA DVDs with

MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image

Files ................................................ 58

Playing Audio Tracks and Images as a

Slide Show with Sound .................. 60

Enjoying DivX® Videos ...................... 62

Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC Functions

(Ver.2.0) ......................................... 64

(PBC Playback)

Tuner Functions

Presetting Radio Stations...................... 65

Listening to the Radio........................... 66

Using the Radio Data System (RDS) ... 67

Other Operations

Controlling the TV with the Supplied

Remote ........................................... 68

Using the THEATRE SYNC

Function.......................................... 69

Using the Sound Effect......................... 71

Using the Sleep Timer .......................... 71

Changing the Brightness of the Front

Panel Display.................................. 72

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Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT

Adapter ...........................................73

Deactivating the Buttons on the Unit.... 74

(Child Lock)

Advanced Settings and Adjustments

Locking Discs .......................................75

(CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL)

Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a

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

(SPEAKER FORMATION)

Calibrating the Appropriate Settings

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

(AUTO CALIBRATION)

Using the Setup Display........................82

Setting the Display or Sound Track

Language ........................................84

[LANGUAGE SETUP]

Settings for the Display.........................84

[SCREEN SETUP]

Custom Settings ....................................86

[CUSTOM SETUP]

Settings for the Speakers.......................87

[SPEAKER SETUP]

Returning to the Default Settings..........90

Additional Information

Precautions............................................91

Notes about the Discs............................92

Troubleshooting....................................92

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

(When letters/numbers appear in

the display)

Specifications........................................97

Glossary ................................................99

Language Code List ............................103

Index to Parts and Controls.................104

Guide to the Control Menu Display....108

DVD Setup Display List.....................111

System Menu List...............................112

Index ...................................................113

About This Manual

This System Can Play the

• The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the controls on the 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 DVD VIDEOs, DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, and DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs.

• Measurements are expressed in feet (ft) for North American models.

• The following symbols are used in this manual.

Symbol Meaning

Functions available for DVD VIDEOs, DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs in video mode, and DVD+Rs/ DVD+RWs

Functions available for DVD-Rs/ DVD-RWs in VR (Video Recording) mode

Functions available for VIDEO CDs (including Super VCDs or CDRs/CD-RWs in video CD format or Super VCD format)

Functions available for music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD format

Functions available for DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs) containing MP3 JPEG image files, and DivX video files

Functions available for DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD-Rs/ DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs) containing MP3 JPEG image files, and DivX video files

MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format

defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio data.

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.

audio tracks,

2)3)

Following Discs

Format of discs

DVD VIDEO

DVD-RW/ DVD-R

DVD+RW/ DVD+R

VIDEO CD (Ver. 1.1 and

2.0 discs)/ Audio CD

CD-RW/CD-R (audio data) (MP3 files) (JPEG files)

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

Note about CDs/DVDs

The system can play CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CDRWs recorded in the following formats:

– audio CD format

– VIDEO CD format

– MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files, and

DivX video files of format conforming to ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, or its extended format, Joliet

Disc logo

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The system can play DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/ DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs recorded in the following formats:

– MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files, and

DivX video files of format conforming to UDF (Universal Disk Format)

Example of discs that the system cannot play

The system cannot play the following discs:

• CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those recorded in the formats listed on page 5

• CD-ROMs recorded in PHOTO CD format

• Data part of CD-Extras

• DVD Audios

• Super Audio CD

• DATA DVDs that do not contain MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files, or DivX video files

•DVD-RAMs

Also, the system cannot play the following discs:

• A DVD VIDEO with a different region code (page 6, 101)

• A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g., card, heart)

• A disc with paper or stickers on it

• A disc that has the adhesive of cellophane tape or a sticker still left on it

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

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

About Multi Session CD

• This system can play Multi Session CDs when an MP3 audio track is contained in the first session. Any subsequent MP3 audio tracks recorded in later sessions can also be played back.

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

• If audio tracks and images in music CD format or video CD format are recorded in the first session, only the first session will be played back.

Region code

Your system has a region code printed on the rear of the unit and will only play DVDs labeled with the same region code.

DVD VIDEOs 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

ALL

indication may be given even though playing the DVD VIDEO is prohibited by area restrictions.

Note about playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs

Some playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs may be intentionally set by software producers. Since this system plays DVDs and VIDEO CDs according to the disc contents the software producers designed, some playback features may not be available. Be sure to read the operating instructions supplied with the DVDs or VIDEO CDs.

Copyrights

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

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.

Getting Started – BASIC –

See Unpacking in Specifications, page 97.

Inserting batteries into the remote

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

Getting Started – BASIC –

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

Step 1: Assembling the Speakers

Before connecting the speakers, attach the speaker stand to the speaker. (For the front speakers.) About how to connect the speaker cords to the SPEAKER jacks, see page 15.

Note

• Spread a cloth on the floor to avoid damaging the floor.

• You can use the speaker without the speaker stand by installing it on the wall (page 26).

Use the screws illustrated below.

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Screw (small, black) Screw (small, silver) Screw (large, with

washer)

1 Thread the speaker cord through the hole on the base and post.

Be careful with the orientation of the post. Thread the speaker cord into the end of the post that has 2 holes.

About the speaker cord

The connector and color tube of the speaker cords are the same color as the label of the jacks to be connected. Use the speaker cords as follows:

• Front speaker (L): White

• Front speaker (R): Red

Post

Bottom of the base

2 holes

Speaker cord

Top of the base

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2 Attach the post cover to the other end of the post.

Orient the slot toward you, attach the post cover so that the slot of the post engages with the tab of the post cover, then secure with the screw.

Thread the speaker cord through the hole of the post cover.

Speaker cord

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Hole

Upper part of the post

Post cover

Screw (small, black)

3 Lay the post in the slot of the speaker, slide the post to the end of the slot, then secure

the post with the mounting plate and screws.

Select the speaker whose color of the jack on the rear panel of speaker matches the color tube of the speaker cord.

Post cover

Be careful the orientation of the post cover when placing the post.

Secure 2 screws (large, with washer) in criss-cross pattern.

Rear of the speaker

Mounting plate

4 Connect the speaker cords to the speaker.

Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate terminal on the components: 3 to 3, and # to #.

Color tube Front speaker (L): White Front speaker (R): Red

Rear of the speaker

5 Attach the post to the base.

Insert the post so that the slit on the lower part of the post aligns with the projection of the base, then secure the post with the 2 screws.

Post

Slit

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Projection

Base

Screws (small, silver)

Note

• Make sure that the slot on the post aligns with the projection of the base by rotating the post slightly.

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6 Adjust the height of the speaker.

Loosen (but do not remove) the screws, adjust the height of the speaker, then secure the screws. Adjust the speaker of one side, then adjust another speaker by checking lines as a guide.

Note

• When adjusting the height of the speaker, grasp the speaker so that the speaker does not fall.

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Lines

Post

Loosen 2 screws.

7 Take up any speaker cord slack.

Take up slack in the speaker cord by pulling from the bottom of the base.

Secure the speaker cord by running it through the slot.

Adjust the length of the cord.

In addition to the screws secured in Step 3, secure 2 more screws. (Secure 4 screws in total.)

Fully-assembled illustration

Front speaker (L): White label

White

Front speaker (R): Red label

Red

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Step 2: Connecting the System and TV

The following is the basic connection of the unit to the speakers and TV. For other TV connections, see page 29. For other component connection, see page 33. To accept progressive signals, see page 31.

Refer to the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from 1 to 7 on the following pages.

Front speaker (R)

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CENTER WOOFER

AC power cord (mains lead)

Subwoofer

SPEAKER

FRONT R

SPEAKER

FRONT L SUR R SUR L

Center speaker

AM loop antenna (aerial)

DIR-T1

OUT

(DVD ONLY)

IR transmitter

Surround amplifier

DIR-R1

SPEAKER

SURROUND L

SURROUND R

DIGITAL IN

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

SAT/CABLE

IR receiver

DMPORT

SAT /

CABLE

(DVD ONLY)

YPB/CBPR/C

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

RLAUDIO IN

Front speaker (L)

COAXIAL

FM75

EURO AV

OUTPUT(TO TV)

FM wire antenna (aerial)

AC power cord

(mains lead)

Surround speaker (R) Surround speaker (L)

:Signal flow

1 Connecting the Speakers

Required cords

The connector and color tube of the speaker cords are the same color as the label of the jacks to be connected.

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To the SPEAKER jack

Note

• Do not catch the speaker cord insulation in the SPEAKER jack.

Color tube

(+)

(–)

To avoid short-circuiting the speakers

Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage the system. To prevent this, be sure to follow these precautions when connecting the speakers. Make sure the bare wire of each speaker cord does not touch another speaker terminal or the bare wire of another speaker cord, such as shown below.

Stripped speaker cord is touching another speaker terminal.

Stripped cords are touching each other due to excessive removal of insulation.

After connecting all the components, speakers, and AC power cord (mains lead), output a test tone to check that all the speakers are connected correctly. For details on outputting a test tone, see page 89. If no sound is heard from a speaker while outputting a test tone, or a test tone is output from a speaker other than the one currently displayed on the Setup Display, the speaker may be short-circuited. If this happens, check the speaker connection again.

Note

• Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate terminal on the components: 3 to 3, and # to #. If the cords

are reversed, the sound will lack bass and may be distorted.

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2 Connecting the TV

Required cords

SCART (EURO AV) cord (not supplied)

Be sure to connect the SCART (EURO A V) cord to the EURO AV T OUTPUT (TO TV) jack on the unit. When you connect using the SCART (EURO AV) cord, check that the TV conforms to S video or RGB signals. If the TV conforms to S video, change the input mode of the TV to RGB signals. Refer to the

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operating instructions supplied with the TV to be connected.

• When you want to output the TV sound or stereo sound of a 2 channel source from the 6 speakers, select the “Dolby Pro Logic,” “Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE,” or “Dolby Pro Logic II MUSIC” sound field (page 39).

3 Connecting the Antenna (Aerial)

To connect the AM loop antenna (aerial)

The shape and the length of the antenna (aerial) is designed to receive AM signals. Do not dismantle or roll up the antenna (aerial).

1 Remove only the loop part from the plastic stand. 2 Set up the AM loop antenna (aerial).

3 Connect the cords to the AM antenna (aerial) terminals.

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

Insert the cord pushing down the terminal clamp.

Note

• Do not place the AM loop antenna (aerial) near the unit or other AV equipment, as noise may result.

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

Insert until this part.

4 Make sure the AM loop antenna (aerial) is connected firmly by pulling softly.

(DVD ONLY)

OUT

FRONT R

CENTER WOOFER

FRONT L SUR R SUR L

SPEAKER

SAT/CABLE

DIR-T1

OPTICA

COAXIAL

DIGITAL IN

To connect the FM wire antenna (aerial)

Connect the FM wire antenna (aerial) to the COAXIAL FM 75 Ω jack.

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FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied)

COAXIAL FM 75 Ω jack

Note

COAXIAL FM 75 Ω jack

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

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

• 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.

Unit

Outdoor FM antenna (aerial)

4 Connecting the IR transmitter

Transmits the sound by the infrared signals. Connect it to the DIR-T1 jack of the unit.

Pink

IR transmitter

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5 Connecting the IR receiver

Receives the sound by the infrared signals. Connect it to the DIR-R1 jack of the surround amplifier.

Surround amplifier

IR receiver

SPEAKER

SURROUND L

SURROUND R

DIR-R1

Light blue

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When using the IR receiver stand, attach the stand so that both delta marks on the IR receiver and stand are aligned.

IR receiver

Delta marks

IR receiver stand

6 Attaching the cover to the surround amplifier

After connecting, 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 at the edges of the

surround amplifier.

Speaker cord cover

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.

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

Tabs

3 Secure the speaker cord holder with the supplied screw.

Screw (for speaker cord holder)

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Note

• Do not use the speaker cord cover and holder without the supplied screw.

• Before detaching the speaker cord cover, first remove the screw, then the speaker cord holder. Forcing the speaker cord cover off with the screw in place may cause damage.

• Gently pull apart the side of the speaker cord cover when detaching.

7 Connecting the AC power cord (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.

Step 3: Positioning the System

Positioning the speakers

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). Place the IR transmitter and IR receiver in direct line with each other. For details, see “To adjust

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the IR transmitter and IR receiver” (page 21).

Place speakers as illustrated below.

IR transmitter

IR receiver

The following diagram indicates the infrared transmission area (the range that the infrared rays can reach).

Top view

Infrared signal

IR transmitter

IR receiver

Approx. 10m (33 ft)

Side view

Infrared signal

IR transmitter

Note

• Do not place the IR receiver in a place exposed to direct sunlight or strong light such as an incandescent lamp.

• The cords of the IR transmitter and IR receiver are for this system only.

• Do not use an IR transmitter or IR receiver other than the one supplied with this system.

• 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 that are attached with the speakers on a specially treated (waxed, oiled, polish ed, 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.

• You can install the IR transmitter and IR receiver on a wall for better positioning. For details, see page 27.

• If transmission is poor, you can also connect the surround speakers to the unit by the speaker cords (gray/blue) (supplied).

• When you change the positions of the speakers, it is recommended that you change the settings. For details, see “Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Room” (page 78) and “Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically” (page 80).

Approx. 10m (33 ft)

IR receiver

To adjust the IR transmitter and

IR receiver

After connecting the speakers, surround amplifier, IR transmitter, IR receiver, and the AC power cords (mains leads), adjust the wireless system for good transmission.

"/1

POWER

POWER/ON LINE Indicator

POWER

POWER ON-LINE

1 Press POWER on the surround amplifier,

then press "/1 on the unit.

The surround amplifier and system turn on. The POWER/ON LINE indicator of the

surround amplifier turns red.

2 Orient the IR transmitter and the IR receiver

to face each other.

Adjust the position until the POWER/ON LINE indicator turns green.

• The IR transmitter is movable for easy reorientation.

• You can install the IR transmitter and IR receiver on a wall for better positioning. For details, see page 27.

Note

• Make sure that there is no obstruction such as a person or object be tween the IR transmitter and th e IR receiver. Otherwise, the sound from the surround speakers may be interrupted.

• If the POWER/ON LINE indicator turns red, transmission is incomplete. Adjust the position of the IR transmitter and IR receiver until the POWER/ON LINE indicator turns green.

• If the POWER/ON LINE indicator flashes red, the IR receiver is receiving an infrared signal from another Sony’s wireless product. Move the IR transmitter and/or the IR receiver so that the POWER/ON LINE indicator turns green.

To place the surround speaker (L) in the (R) position

You can swap the surround speaker (L) and (R) positions.

1 Press SYSTEM MENU. 2 Press X/x repeatedly until “SL SR REV”

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

3 Press X/x to select a setting.

The default setting is underlined.

•“REV OFF”

: sets the surround speaker (L)

in the (L) position.

• “REV ON”: sets the surround speaker (L) in the (R) position.

4 Press .

The setting is made.

5 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The system menu turns off.

Note

• If you perform the above, it is recommended that you also change the speaker settings. For details, see “Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Room” (page 78) and “Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically” (page 80).

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Step 4: Performing the Quick Setup

Follow the steps below to make the minimum number of basic adjustments for using the system.

LANGUAGE SETUP

OSD: MENU: AUDIO: SUBTITLE:

ENGLISH ENGLISH

FRENCH

SPANISH

PORTUGUESE

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C/X/x/c,

1 Turn on the TV. 2 Press [/1 on the unit and POWER on

the surround amplifier.

Note

• Disconnect the headphones when you perform the Quick Setup. You cannot operate steps after 13 with the headphones connected.

• Make sure that the function is set to “DVD” (page 35).

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 24) and perform again.

4 Press without inserting a disc.

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

"/1

DISPLAY

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.

SCREEN SETUP

TV TYPE:

YCBCR/RGB (HDMI): SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND: LINE:

4:3 OUTPUT:

4:3 LETTER BOX

16:9 16:9

4:3 PAN SCAN

VIDEO

FULL

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 84)

x If you have a 4:3 standard TV

[4:3 LETTER BOX] or [4:3 PAN SCAN] (page 84)

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.

SCREEN SETUP

TV TYPE: YC

BCR

/RGB (HDMI): SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND: LINE:

4:3 OUTPUT:

JACKET PICTURE

16:9

BCR

VIDEO VIDEO

RGB

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 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 78).

SPEAKER FORMATION

STANDARD(WIRELESS)

Getting Started – BASIC –

AUDIO IN / A.CAL MIC

Calibration mic

12 Press . 13 Connect the calibration mic to the

A.CAL MIC jack on the front panel and press X/x to select [YES].

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. Be quiet during the measurement.

14Press .

AUTO CALIBRATION

Connect calibration mic. Start measurement?

YES NO

Auto Calibration starts.

Note

• Loud test sound is output when [AUTO CALIBRATION] starts. You cannot turn the volume down. Give consideration to children and neighbor.

• Avoid being in the measurement area and making noise during the measurement (which takes about 1 minute), as it may interfere with measurement.

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15 Unplug the calibration mic and press

C/c to select [YES].

Measurement complete.

Getting Started – BASIC –

FRONT L : FRONT R : CENTER : SUBWOOFER : SURROUND L : SURROUND R : If OK, unplug calibration mic and select “YES”.

Note

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

YES

5.00m 0.0dB

5.00m

0.0dB

5.00m + 1.0dB

5.00m + 4.0dB

3.00m

2.0dB

3.00m

2.0dB

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

• When you select [SECOND ROOM] for [SPEAKER FORMATION], measurement of [SURROUND L] and [SURROUND R] is not displayed.

16 Press .

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

To quit the Quick Setup

Press DISPLAY in any Step.

• If you change the position of the speakers, reset the speaker settings. See “Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Room” (page 78) and “Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically” (page 80).

• If you want to change any of the settings, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 82).

To recall the Quick Setup display

1 Press DISPLAY when the system is in

stop mode.

The Control Menu display appears.

2 Press X/x to select [SETUP], then

press .

The options for [SETUP] appear.

)

1 2 ( 2 7

)

BNR

1 8 ( 3 4

0 : 0 0 : 0 2

QUICK

QUICK CUSTOM RESET

DVD VIDEO

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

The Quick Setup display appears.

Getting Started – ADVANCED –

Turning off the Demonstration

"/1

X/x/c,

SYSTEM MENU

After connecting the AC power cord (mains lead), the demonstration appears in the front panel display. When you press "/1 on the remote, the demonstration turns off.

Setting the demonstration mode to on/off

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

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

3 Press X/x to select a setting.

The default setting is underlined.

• “DEMO ON” mode to on.

• “DEMO OFF”: sets the demonstration mode to off.

: sets the demonstration

4 Press .

The setting is made.

5 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The system menu turns off.

Getting Started – ADVANCED –

Note

• When you press "/1 on the unit, the demonstration

does not turn off.

• When you set the demonstration mode in the system menu to on, the demonstration does not turn off even though you press "/1 on the remote. To turn off the demonstration, set the demonstration mode to off, then press "/1 on the remote. When the demonstration mode is set to off, the system saves power in standby mode.

• If the system is at its factory default settings (ex. after performing “COLD RESET” (page 90)), you can turn off the demonstration simply by pressing "/1 on the remote. Otherwise, to stop the demonstration, you need to set “DEMO” to “DEMO OFF.”

Installing the Speakers, IR

For the front speakers

transmitter, and IR receiver on a Wall

You can use the speakers by installing on the wall. Depending on the status of IR transmission (for wireless system), you can install the IR transmitter and IR receiver on the wall. When hanging both the IR transmitter and IR receiver, adjust the position of the IR transmitter after deciding the position of the IR receiver.

Installing the speakers on a wall

1 Prepare screws (not supplied) that are

suitable for the hole on the back of each speaker. See the illustrations below.

/32 inch)

4 mm (

30 mm (1 3/16 inches)

4.6 mm

/16 inch)

(

Hole on the back of the speaker

100 mm

/16 inches)

6 to 9 mm

(

/4 to 3/8

inch

)

For the other speakers

6 to 9 mm

/4 to 3/8

inch

(

)

3 Hang the speakers on the screws.

4.6 mm

/16 inch)

(

10 mm

/32 inch)

(

10 mm

/32 inch)

(

2 Fasten the screws to the wall.

For the center speaker

6 to 9 mm

/4 to 3/8

inch

)

(

265 mm

/16 inches)

(10

Rear of speaker

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.

Installing the IR transmitter

on a wall

You can hang the IR transmitter on a wall when:

– there is an obstruction between the IR

transmitter and IR receiver.

– people often pass between the IR transmitter

and IR receiver.

When hanging both the IR transmitter and surround speaker (L), adjust the position of the IR transmitter after deciding the position of the surround speaker (L).

1 Rotate the stand of the IR transmitter.

3 Hang the IR transmitter via the holes on the

bottom of the stand on the screws.

Make sure that the IR transmitter does not move after installation.

IR transmitter

Getting Started – ADVANCED –

IR transmitter

Stand

2 Install two commercially available screws in

the wall so that it protrudes 4 mm (

/16 inch).

Install the screws 30 mm (1 3/16 inches) apart.

30 mm

/16 inches)

4 mm (3/16 inch)

Stand

• You can store the cords in the troughs in the bottom of the stand.

Stand

Troughs

Note

• Use screws suitable for the material and strength of the wall.

• Do not install the IR transmitter to a wall of low strength.

• Sony is not l iable for any damage or accident incurred by incorrect installation (i.e. wall of low strength, etc.), incorrect use of this product, or natural disaster.

• When connecting/disconnecting the cord, detach the IR transmitter from the wall first.

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Installing the IR receiver on a

wall

1 Install a commercially available screw

in the wall so as to protrude 4 mm.

5 to 7 mm

4 mm

2 Detach the IR receiver stand and hang

it by the hole on the rear of the IR receiver on the screw.

Make sure that the IR receiver does not move after installation.

IR receiver

IR receiver stand

• When reattaching the IR receiver stand to the IR receiver, attach the stand so that both delta marks on the IR receiver and stand are aligned.

Connecting the TV (Advanced)

Sends the played back DVD image to the connected TV. Check the jacks of your TV, and choose connection method A, B, or C. Picture quality improves in order from A (standard) to C (HDMI).

TV with HDMI* IN jack

To HDMI* OUT

Getting Started – ADVANCED –

SPEAKER

CENTER WOOFER

FRONT R

SPEAKER

FRONT L SUR R SUR L

OUT

(DVD ONLY)

DMPORT

RLAUDIO IN

SAT/CABLE

OPTICAL

SAT /

CABLE

(DVD ONLY)

YPB/CBPR/C

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

EURO AV

OUTPUT(TO TV)

DIR-T1

DIGITAL IN

COAXIAL

FM75

To COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

To EURO AV T OUTPUT (TO TV)

PB/CB

PR/CR

TV with COMPONENT

TV with EURO AV INPUT jack

VIDEO IN jacks

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* HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface)

The system incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI

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

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Note

• When you connect the system and TV with the HDMI cord and the SCART (EURO AV) cord simultaneously, the TV may be set to SCART (EURO AV) input automatically. In this case, set to the desired input source on the TV, or use a SCART (EURO AV) cord that has separate audio connectors.

A To connect to a TV with the SCART (EURO AV) cord (not supplied)

B To connect to a TV with the COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks

Connect a component video cord (not supplied). To use the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (Y, PB/ C

B, PR/CR), your TV monitor must be equipped with via COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks (Y,PB/CB,

R/CR). If your TV accepts progressive format signals, you must use this connection and set the output

P channel of the system to progressive format (page 31).

Green Blue Red

C To connect to a TV with the HDMI (high-definition multimedia

interface)/DVI (digital visual interface) IN jack

Use a certified HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) cord (not supplied) to enjoy high quality digital picture and sound through the HDMI OUT (high-definition multimedia interface out) jack.

To connect to a TV with DVI (digital visual interface) input

Use an HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface)-DVI (digital visual interface) converter cord (not supplied) with an HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface)-DVI (digital visual interface) adaptor (not supplied). The DVI (digital visual interface) jack will not accept any audio signals. Furthermore, you cannot connect the HDMI OUT (high-definition multimedia interface out) jack to DVI (digital visual interface) jacks that are not HDCP (high-bandwidth digital content protection) compliant (e.g., DVI (digital visual interface) jacks on the computer displays).

To select the type of video signal output from the HDMI OUT (highdefinition multimedia interface out) jack

When you connect the unit and the TV with the HDMI cord, selects the type of video signals output from the HDMI OUT (high-definition multimedia interface out) jack. For details, refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the TV/projector, etc.

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly to select “DVD.”

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