Sony DAV-HDX589W Operating Instruction

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Operating Instructions

DAV-HDX589W / HDX686W

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 reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not place the naked flame sources such as lighted candles on the apparatus.

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

Do not expose batteries or apparatus with batteryinstalled to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely attached to the floor/wall in accordance with the installation instructions.

Indoor use only.

For the customers in the U.S.A.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the rear exterior of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. DAV-HDX589W

Serial No.______________

Date of Manufacture Marking is located on the bottom exterior.

This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. This marking is loca ted on the rear exterior.

About the surround amplifier

• The nameplate is located on the side exterior.

• For the customers in the U.S.A.: Date of Manufacture Marking is located on the bottom exterior.

Precautions

On power sources

• The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long as it is connected to the AC outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.

• As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit from the mains, connect the unit to an easily accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the unit, disconnect the main plug from the AC outlet immediately.

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

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (aerial).

– Increase the separation between the equipment and

receiver.

– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit

different from that to which the receiver is connected.

– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

ENERGY STAR registered mark.

As an ENERGY STAR Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY

guidelines for energy

STAR efficiency.

is a U.S.

partner,

Important Safety Instructions

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has

For the wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10/EZW-RT10A)

This equipment must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65.

This equipment should be installed and operated with at least 20cm and more between the radiator and person’s body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).

Notice for the customers in Canada

For the wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10/EZW-RT10A)

This Class B d igital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

This device complies with RSS-Gen of IC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired op eration o f this device.

This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules.

This equipment should be installed and operated with at least 20cm and more between the radiator and persons body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists,

feet and ankles).

About These Operating Instructions

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

• The instructions in these 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.

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.

“BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

“PLAYSTATION” is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

“S-AIR” and its logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

* Manufactured under license from Dolby

Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

** Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s:

5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered trademarks and the DTS logos and Symbol are trademarks of DTS, Inc. © 1996-2008 DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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

) technology.

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 these 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).

Table of Contents

About These Operating Instructions ....... 4

About the S-AIR function .......................5

Playable Discs......................................... 7

Getting Started

Step 1: Installing the System .......13

Step 2: Connecting the System ...24 Step 3: Setting up the Wireless

System .....................................34

Step 4: Performing the Quick

Setup ........................................35

Step 5: Selecting the Source .......39

Step 6: Enjoying Surround

Sound .......................................40

Disc

Playing a Disc ....................................... 43

Using Play Mode...................................49

Searching/Selecting Disc Contents ....... 51

Playing MP3 Files/JPEG Image Files... 53 Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture

and Sound ....................................... 57

Restricting Playback of the Disc...........58

Changing the System Settings by Using

the Setup Display............................ 60

Tuner

Presetting Radio Stations ...................... 67

Listening to the Radio...........................68

Control for HDMI/External Audio Device

Using the Control for HDMI Function for

“BRAVIA” Sync ............................ 70

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

Selecting the Effect to Suit

the Source....................................... 83

Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound .. 83 Changing the Input Level of the Sound

from Connected Components......... 84

Using the Sleep Timer .......................... 84

Changing the Brightness of the Front

Panel Display.................................. 85

Viewing Information About the Disc... 85

Returning to the Default Settings ......... 87

Additional Information

Precautions ........................................... 89

Notes about the Discs ........................... 90

Troubleshooting.................................... 91

Self-diagnosis Function ........................ 98

Specifications ....................................... 99

Glossary.............................................. 101

Playback priority of file types ............ 104

Language Code List............................ 105

Index to Parts and Control .................. 106

Guide to the Control Menu Display ... 111

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

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)

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

Super Audio CD • Super Audio CD

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 image files 9660

, and conforming to ISO

Level 1/Level 2, or Joliet

files1) and JPEG

(extended format)

DATA DVD – • DVD-ROM/DVD-R/DVD-RW/

DVD+R/DVD+RW in DATA DVD format, containing MP3 files1) and JPEG image files2), and conforming to UDF (Universal Disk Format)

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

must be in MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 format.

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).)

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

Standardization).

Notes on discs

This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. DualDiscs and some of the music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies do not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, therefore, these discs may not be playable by this product.

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 7

• CD-ROM recorded in PHOTO CD format

• Data part of CD-Extra

• CD Graphics disc

• DVD Audio

• DATA CD/DATA DVD that does not contain MP3 files or JPEG image files

•DVD-RAM

•Blu-ray Disc

Also, the system cannot play the following discs:

• A DVD VIDEO with a different region code (page 9)

• 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.

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.

Getting Started

Unpacking

DAV-HDX589W

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• Front speakers (2)

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

• Screws (with washer) (4)

• Center speaker (1)

• Surround speakers (2)

• Subwoofer (1)

• AM loop antenna (aerial) (1)

• FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)

•Video cord (1)

• Remote commander (remote) (1)

• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)

• Calibration mic (1)

• Foot pads (1 set)

•Posts (2)

• Bases (2)

• Surround amplifier (1)

• Speaker cord cover (1)

• Speaker cord holder (1)

• Wireless transceivers (2)

• Operating Instructions

• Quick Setup Guide

• Setup Disc (DVD)

• DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (TDM-iP20) (1)

• Screws (black) (4)

• Operating Instructions for the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (TDM-iP20)

DAV-HDX686W

• Front speakers (2)

• Center speaker (1)

• Surround speakers (2)

• Subwoofer (1)

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

• Video cord (1)

• Remote commander (remote) (1)

• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)

• Calibration mic (1)

• Foot pads (1 set)

• Posts (4)

• Screws (with washer) (8)

• Surround amplifier (1)

• Speaker cord cover (1)

• Speaker cord holder (1)

• Wireless transceivers (2)

• Operating Instructions

• Quick Setup Guide

• Setup Disc (DVD)

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• AM loop antenna (aerial) (1)

• FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)

• Bases (4)

• Screws (black) (8)

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.

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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.

Step 1: Installing the System

Positioning the system

For the best possible surround sound, place all speakers at the same distance from the listening position (A). The distance can be between 1.0 to 7.0 meters. If you cannot place the center speaker and surround speakers at the same distance as (A), you can move the center speaker up to 1.6 meters closer to the listening position (B), and the surround speakers up to 5.0 meters closer to the listening position (C). The subwoofer can be placed anywhere in the room.

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Subwoofer

Front left speaker (L)

Center speaker

Front right speaker (R)

Surround left speaker (L)

Note

• 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 lean or hang on a speaker, as it may fall down.

Surround right speaker (R)

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.

Remove the foot pads from

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the protective cover.

Assembling the speakers

Before connecting the speakers, attach the speaker stand to the speaker. (For the front speakers of DAV-HDX589W, and the front and surround speakers of DAV-HDX686W)

Use the parts as follows:

DAV-HDX589W

• Front speakers (2)

• Speaker cords (2, red/white)

•Posts (2)

• Bases (2)

• Screws (black) (4)

• Screws (with washer) (4)

DAV-HDX686W

• Front and surround speakers (4)

• Speaker cords (4, red/white/blue/gray)

•Posts (4)

• Bases (4)

• Screws (black) (8)

• Screws (with washer) (8)

For details of how to connect the speaker cords to the SPEAKER jacks, see page 24.

Note

• Spread a cloth on the floor to avoid damaging the floor when you assemble the speakers.

• You can use the speaker without the speaker stand by installing it on the wall (page 21).

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1 Insert the post into the hole on the bottom of the speaker so that the screw on the post

faces the front of the speaker.

Speaker

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Screw

Post

2 Adjust the height of the speaker, then secure the post with two screws (with washer).

You can change the height of the speaker depending on the screw positions. Adjust the screw holes of the post to the holes on the rear of the speaker (A, B, C, or D). The height of the speaker can be increased by using the holes in order from A to D.

Rear of the speaker

Post

Example: Lowest position

Secure two screws (with washer).

3 Thread the speaker cord through the hole in the base and post.

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 left speaker (L): White

• Front right speaker (R): Red

• Surround left speaker (L): Blue (DAV-HDX686W only)

• Surround right speaker (R): Gray (DAV-HDX686W only)

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

Post

Bottom of the base

Top of the base

Speaker cord

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Base

Rear of the speaker

4 Connect the speaker cords 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 left speaker (L): White Front right speaker (R): Red Surround left speaker (L): Blue (DAV-HDX686W only)

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Surround right speaker (R): Gray (DAV-HDX686W only)

Rear of the speaker

5 Attach the post to the base.

Insert the post so that the slot on the lower part of the post aligns with the projection of the base, then secure the post with the two screws (black).

Post

Slot

Projection

Base

Note

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

Screws (black)

6 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.

Fully-assembled illustration

DAV-HDX589W

Front left speaker (L): White label

Front right speaker (R): Red label

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White

Red

DAV-HDX686W

Front left speaker (L): White label

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Front right speaker (R): Red label

Surround left speaker (L): Blue label

Surround right speaker (R) Gray label

White Red

Blue

Gray

Installing the speakers on a wall

Caution

• Contact a screw shop or installer for information regarding the wall material or screws to be used.

• 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. Install the speakers on a vertical and flat wall where reinforcement is applied.

• Sony is not responsible for accidents or damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall strength or improper screw installation, natural calamity, etc.

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 left speaker (L): White Front right speaker (R): Red Center speaker: Green Surround left speaker (L): Blue Surround right 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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30 mm (1 3/16 inches)

4 mm (

/32 inch)

5 mm

/32 inch)

(

10 mm

/32 inch)

(

Hole on the back of the speaker

2 Fasten the screws to the wall.

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For the center speaker

145 mm (5

/4 inches)

For the front speakers

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8 to 10 mm

/32 to 13/32

(

For the surround speakers

/32 to 13/32

(

inch

8 to 10 mm

inch

)

DAV-HDX686W

For the center speaker

145 mm

/4 inches)

8 to 10 mm

(

/32 to 13/32

For the other speakers

inch

)

101.6 mm 4 inches

(

101.6 mm

(

4 inches

)

/32 to 13/32

(

8 to 10 mm

inch

8 to 10 mm

(

)

/32 to 13/32

inch

)

3 Hang the speakers on the screws.

5 mm

/32 inch)

(

10 mm

/32 inch)

(

Rear of the speaker

Hole on the back of the speaker

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Step 2: Connecting the System

For connecting the system, read the information on the following pages. Do not connect the AC power cord (mains lead) of the unit to a wall outlet (mains) until all the other connections are made.

Note

• When you connect another component with a volume control, turn down the volume of the other components to a

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level where sound is not distorted.

Connecting the speakers

The connector of the speaker cords and the color tube are color-coded depending on the type of speaker. Connect the speaker cords to match the color of the SPEAKER jacks of the unit. 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 (rubber covering) in the speaker terminals.

To connect speaker cords to the unit

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

Rear panel of the unit

Purple (Subwoofer)

CENTER

-R

FRONT L

DIGITAL IN

F O O

COAXIALOPTICAL

FRONT R

I O

5 C D

A .7 0

VIDEO

OUT

White (Front left speaker (L))

Red (Front right speaker (R))

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TV/VIDEO

AUDIO IN

Green (Center speaker)

Rear panel of the surround amplifier

-A

B C

RING

PAI

U S

O R R

U S

C A B

Gray (Surround right speaker (R))

Blue (Surround left speaker (L))

To connect speaker cords to the speaker

Connector

Color tube

(–)

(+)

Rear of the speaker

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Connecting the TV (Video connection)

This connection sends a video signal to the TV. Depending on the jacks on your TV, select the connection method.

COAXIAL 75

TV/VIDEO

AUDIO IN

A Video cord (supplied)

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C Component video cable (not supplied)

FRONT L

FRONT R

I O

DIGITAL IN

R E F

W B U

CENTER

COAXIALOPTICAL

VIDEO

OUT

B HDMI cable (not supplied)

To the HDMI IN jack of the TV.

To the component video input jacks of the TV.

To the video input jack of the TV.

Method 1: Video cord (A) connection

This is the basic connection.

Method 2: HDMI* cable (B) and video cord (A) connection

If your TV has an HDMI jack, connect to the TV both with an HDMI cable and video cord. Picture quality will be improved compared to using only the video cord connection. When connecting with the HDMI cable, you need to select the type of output signal (page 37). To view images from the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, you need to connect to the TV with the video cord. Video signals from the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter are not output via the HDMI OUT jack.

* HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)

Method 3: Component video cable (C) and video cord (A) connection

If your TV does not have an HDMI jack, but has component video input jacks, connect to the TV both with a component video cable and video cord. Picture quality will be improved compared to using only the video cord connection. When connecting with the component video cable, you need to set the type of output signal to progressive format (page 37). To view images from the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, you need to connect to the TV with the video cord. Video signals from the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter are not output via the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jack.

Connecting the TV (Audio connection)

This connection sends an audio signal to the unit from the TV. To listen to TV sound via the system, perform this connection.

FRONT L

FRONT R

I O

DIGITAL IN

B U S

CENTER

COAXIALOPTICAL

F Digital coaxial cord (not supplied)

E Digital optical cord (not supplied)

To the digital optical out jack of the TV.

To the digital coaxial out jack of the TV.

Method 1: Audio cord (D) connection

This is the basic connection and sends an analog audio signal.

COAXIAL 75

TV/VIDEO

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO IN

D Audio cord (not supplied)

To the audio out jacks of the TV.

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Method 2: Digital optical cord (E) or digital coaxial cord (F) connection

When the TV has a digital optical or coaxial output jack, you can improve sound quality by connecting with a digital optical or coaxial cord in addition to an audio cord connection.

Note

• 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.

• You can connect another component, such as a VCR, digital satellite receiver, or PlayStation, to the TV/VIDEO (AUDIO IN R/L) jacks or DIGITAL IN OPTICAL/COAXIAL jacks instead of the TV.

Connecting the other components

You can enjoy connected components via the system’s speakers. Portable audio source (not supplied): G DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter: H (TDM-iP20 is supplied with U.S. models. You can also use other DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters.)

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G Stereo mini-plug cord (not supplied)

To a portable audio source

FRONT L

DIGITAL IN

E F O

O W B

CENTER

COAXIALOPTICAL

FRONT R

I O

V 5

A .7 0

VIDEO

OUT

H 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 .

COAXIAL 75

TV/VIDEO

AUDIO IN

• You can connect another component, such as a VCR, digital satellite receiver, or PlayStation, to the TV/VIDEO (AUDIO IN R/L) jacks or DIGITAL IN OPTICAL/COAXIAL jacks instead of the TV.

If your TV has multiple audio/video inputs

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

System

VCR, digital satellite receiver, 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 sound from more than one component.

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Connecting the antenna (aerial)

To assemble the AM loop antenna (aerial)

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To connect the antenna (aerial)

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AM loop antenna (aerial) (supplied)

FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied)

Note

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

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

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

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

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

Outdoor FM antenna (aerial)

Unit

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ANTENNA

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. To transmit sound from the unit, you need to insert the wireless transceivers into the unit, surround amplifier, and S-AIR receiver. For details of S-AIR products, see “Using an S-AIR Product” (page 73).

Rear panel of the unit

TV/VIDEO

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO IN

Wireless transceiver

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FRONT R FRONT L

I O

Note

• 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 so that the V marks are aligned.

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

Rear panel of the surround amplifier

-A

B C

PAIRI N G

D N

O R R

K C A

Wireless transceiver

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Connecting the AC power cords (mains leads)

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.

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-R

-A

B C

RING

PAI

U S

R U S

Rear panel of the unit

Rear panel of the surround amplifier

N U O

N U O K C

Wall outlet (mains): The shape of the wall outlet (mains) differs depending on the area.

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 new, or if the system is at its factory default settings (ex., after performing “COLD

RESET” (page 87)), you can turn off the demonstration simply by pressing [/1 on the remote (except for U.S. models).

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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

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(page 31). 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 Set the SURROUND SELECTOR switch

of the surround amplifier 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 it doesn’t, check the transmission status as follows.

S-AIR ID switch

SURROUND SELECTOR switch

S-AIR ID

SURROUND SELECTOR

To check the transmission status

You can check the status of sound transmission between the unit and surround amplifier by observing 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.

not output sound.

off or its protection is active.

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

To enjoy sound by using headphones

EZW-RT

SPEAKER

A B C

PAIRING

SURROUND SURROUND BACK

You can enjoy the system’s sound by connecting the headphones to the PHONES jack on the surround amplifier.

Note

• 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 multiple S-AIR products

See “Establishing sound transmission between the unit and S-AIR sub unit (ID setting)” (page 74).

To attach the cover to the 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 at the edges of the surround amplifier.

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 area.

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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

"/1

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 39).

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 37).

4 Press without inserting a disc.

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

LANGUAGE SETUP

OSD: MENU: AUDIO: SUBTITLE:

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5 Press X/x to select a language, then

PORTUGUESE

press .

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

VIDEO SETUP

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

(COMPONENT OUT)

4:3 LETTER BOX

4:3 PAN SCAN

(COMPONENT OUT)

6 Press X/x to select the setting that

matches your TV type, then press .

• [16:9]: For a wide-screen TV or a 4:3 standard TV with a wide-screen mode (page 61)

• [4:3 LETTER BOX] or [4:3 PAN SCAN]: For a 4:3 standard TV (page 61)

ENGLISH ENGLISH

FRENCH

SPANISH

16:9 16:9

OFF

AUTO

SPEAKER FORMATION

STANDARD

8 Press C/c to select the speaker

formation image as the speakers are actually positioned, then press .

For details, see “Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Room” (page 79).

9 Connect the calibration mic (supplied)

to the A.CAL MIC jack on the front panel.

Set up the calibration mic at 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.

The Setup Display for the Control for HDMI function appears.

HDMI SETUP

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

AUTO

(1920x1080p)

ON OFF OFF

7 Press X/x to select the setting, then

press .

• [ON]: The Control for HDMI function (page 70) is set to on.

• [OFF]: The Control for HDMI function is set to off.

The Setup Display for selecting the speaker formation appears.

Calibration mic

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

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

Note

• Loud test sounds are 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 sur round amplifier in an improper location, such as another room, proper measurement will not be obtained.

• The environment of the room in which the system is installed may affect measurements. When the measurements differ considerably from the status of the speaker installation, perform the speaker settings manually by following “Settings for the speakers” (page 65).

11 Unplug the calibration mic, press C/c

to select [YES], then press .

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

To quit the Quick Setup

Press DISPLAY in any Step.

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 26), 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 an HDMI cable, select the type of video signals output from the HDMI OUT jack. For details, refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the TV/projector, etc.

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“DVD” appears in the front panel display.

2 Press DISPLAY while the system is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

3 Press X/x to select [SETUP],

then press .

The options for [SETUP] appear.

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

press .

The Setup Display appears.

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

press .

The options for [HDMI SETUP] appear.

6 Press X/x to select [HDMI

RESOLUTION], then press .

7 Press X/x to select the desired setting,

then press .

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

• [1920 × 1080i* video signals.

• [1280 720p* video signals.

× 1080p)]: The system

× 1080i]: The system outputs 1920

× 720p]: The system outputs 1280 ×

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• [720 × 480p]**: The system outputs 720 × 480p* video signals.

* i: interlace, p: progressive

** Depending on the area, [720 × 480/576p] may

appear.

Does your TV accept progressive signals?

Progressive is a method for displaying TV

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

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“DVD” appears in the front panel display.

2 Press DISPLAY while the system is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

3 Press X/x to select [SETUP],

then press .

The options for [SETUP] appear.

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

press .

The Setup Display appears.

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

then press .

The options for [VIDEO SETUP] appear.

6 Press X/x to select [PROGRESSIVE

(COMPONENT OUT)], then press .

7 Press X/x to select the desired setting,

then press .

[OFF]: The system does not output progressive signals. Select this setting when:

– your TV does not accept progressive

signals, or,

– your TV is connected via jacks other than

the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. [ON]: The system outputs progressive signals. Select this setting when:

– your TV accepts progressive signals,

and,

– the TV is connected via the

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks.

When you select [ON], the confirmation display appears. Follow the Steps below.

8 Press C/c to select [START], then

press .

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

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

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

Step 5: Selecting the Source

You can select the playback source.

FUNCTION +/–

Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until the desired function appears in the front panel display.

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

“DVD” y “TUNER FM” y “TUNER AM” y “TV/VIDEO” y “DMPORT” y “AUDIO” y …

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Function Source

“DVD” Disc that is played by the

“TUNER FM”/ “TUNER AM”

“TV/VIDEO” TV or component that is

“DMPORT” DIGITAL MEDIA PORT

“AUDIO” Portable audio source that

system

FM/AM radio (page 67)

connected to the TV/ VIDEO jacks on the rear panel

adapter (page 72)

is connected to the AUDIO IN jack on the front panel

Step 6: Enjoying Surround Sound

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

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SYSTEM MENU

X/x/c,

Enjoying TV sound with the 5.1 channel surround sound effect

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 “PRO LOGIC” appears in the front panel display. 4 Press .

The setting is made.

5 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The system menu turns off.

Note

• When TV program sound is monaural, sound is output only from the center speaker.

Selecting surround sound effects based on your listening preference

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 surround sound effect you want appears in the front panel

display.

See the table below for surround sound effect descriptions.

4 Press .

The setting is made.

5 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The system menu turns off.

About speaker output

The table below describes the options when you connect all the speakers to the unit and you set [SPEAKER FORMATION] to [STANDARD] (page 79). The default setting is “A.F.D. MULTI” (when connecting the headphones to the unit or surround amplifier, the default setting is “HP 2CH”).

Sound from Surround effect Effect

Depending on the source. “A.F.D. STD”

(AUTO FORMAT DIRECT STANDARD)

“A.F.D. MULTI”

(AUTO FORMAT DIRECT MULTI)

The system discriminates the sound format of the source and presents sound as it was recorded/encoded.

• 2 channel source: The system outputs 2 channel sound from the front and surround speakers by assigning the 2 channel sound to the surround left and right channels.

• Multi-channel source: The system outputs sound from the speakers depending on the number of channels of the source.

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“PRO LOGIC”

“PLII MOVIE”

“PLII MUSIC”

“2CH STEREO” The system outputs the sound from the front speakers and

“HP 2CH”

(HEADPHONE 2 CHANNEL STEREO)

• 2 channel source: The system simulates surround sound from 2 channel sources and outputs sound from all the speakers.

– “PRO LOGIC” performs Dolby Pro Logic decoding.

– “PLII MOVIE” performs Dolby Pro Logic II movie

mode decoding.

– “PLII MUSIC” performs Dolby Pro Logi c II music mode

decoding.

• Multi-channel source: The system outputs sound from the speakers depending on the number of channels of the source.

subwoofer regardless of sound format or number of channels. Multi-channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channels.

The system outputs the sound from the headphones regardless of sound format or number of channels. Multichannel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channels.

Sound from Surround effect Effect

“HP VIRTUAL”

(HEADPHONE VIRTUAL)

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To turn the surround effect off

The system outputs the sound from the headphones by adding a surround effect regardless of sound format or number of channels.

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

Note

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

• You cannot select the decoding mode while the system is loading a disc.

• 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.

Disc

Playing a Disc

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

DISC 1-5/indicators

4 Press DISC 1-5.

Press the button of the disc number you want. When no disc is in the disc stocker you select, “NO DISC” appears in the front panel display. Perform next Step while “*DISC-1* (e.g., 2-5)” flashes.

5 Press Z on the unit to open the disc

tray, and place a disc on the tray.

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

Disc

Disc tray

DISC SKIP

STEP

/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.”

With the label side up.

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 place more than one disc on the tray.

6 Press H.

The system starts playback (continuous play) of the disc whose DISC indicator is green.

x To load other discs

Press DISC 1-5 (any empty slot) and Z to load the disc.

x To play back other discs

Press DISC SKIP on the remote or DISC 15 on the unit.

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

• When you set the Control for HDMI function to on, the TV that is connected to the system with an HDMI cable can be sync-operated with the system. For details, see “Using the Control for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” Sync” (page 70).

• The DISC 1-5 indicators change their color as follows:

– Green: the disc is selected, or the disc is being

played back.

– Off: there is no disc.

– Orange: a disc is loaded in the disc stocker but not

selected.

– The indicator turns off if an unplayable disc is

inserted.

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 32).

– [CONTROL FOR HDMI] is set to [OFF]

(page 70).

– “S-AIR STBY” is set to “STBY OFF”

(page 75).

To use the headphones

Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack on the unit. The sound of the system is muted. You can also connect the headphones to the PHONES jack on the surround amplifier. (The sound of the system is muted.) See “To enjoy sound by using headphones” (page 34).

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

. twice in a second.

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

To Press

Turn off the sound temporarily

MUTING.

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

Change a disc while

DISC SKIP

playing another disc

Play the desired disc

DISC 1-5 on the unit.

directly

Stop play and remove the disc

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

(Scan)

DISC 1-5 and Z 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.

Watch frame by frame (Slow-motion Play)

M/ or /m3)

while the system i s 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.

Play one frame at a time (Freeze Frame)

2)4)

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 ahead)

Except for JPEG image files.

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

Except for VIDEO CDs.

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

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

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

(instant replay) durin g

playback.

(instant advance)

during playback.

DVD+R only.

Note

• Noise may come from the disc changer when changing discs or turning the system on/off. However, this is just noise produced by the operation of the internal mechanisms and does not indicate a malfunction.

To turn on/off the DISC 1-5 indicators’ illumination

When you do not operate the system for more than 30 minutes, the illumination of the DISC 15 indicators starts automatically. You can turn the illumination on/off.

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

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

3 Press X/x to select a setting.

• “ILLUM ON”: On.

• “ILLUM OFF”: Off.

4 Press .

The setting is made.

5 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The system menu turns off.

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.

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.

Changing the sound

When the system is playing a DVD VIDEO 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 105) 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]

• [1: SUB] (sub sound)

• [1: MAIN+SUB] (main and sub sound)

•[2: MAIN]

•[2: SUB]

•[2: MAIN+SUB]

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).

(main sound)

Disc

• [2/R]: The sound of the right channel (monaural).

x Super VCD

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

• [1:1/L]: The sound of the left channel of audio track 1 (monaural).

• [1:2/R]: The sound of the right channel of audio track 1 (monaural).

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

• [2:1/L]: The sound of the left channel of audio track 2 (monaural).

• [2:2/R]: The sound of the right channel of audio track 2 (monaural).

Checking the audio signal format

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

Example:

Dolby Digital 5.1 channel

LFE (Low

Surround (L/R)

Front (L/R) + Center

Currently playing program format

1: ENGLISH

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

Selecting a playback area for a 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

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

Changing a playback layer for 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.

1 Press DISPLAY while the system is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

2 Press X/x to select [SUPER

AUDIO CD/CD LAYER], then press .

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 playback areas.

• 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.

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

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.

Disc

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:

– 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.

• The resume point is cleared when you select another 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 you played before with resume playback

(Multi-disc Resume)

Note

• This system stores the resume points in memory for up to 10 discs.

• To play from the b eginning of the disc, press x twice, then press H.

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 65).

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.

Note

• You can program tracks on the current disc only.

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 .

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 .

Disc

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)

4 Press .

Shuffle Play starts.

To return to normal play

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

To turn off the Control Menu display

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

Note

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

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

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

Note

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

• You can shuffle the tracks on the current disc only.

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/DATA DVD

•[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.

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.

• [ALL DISCS]: You can repeat all of the discs.

• [ONE DISC]: You can repeat all of the titles on the current disc. (When the system is playing a DVD-VR, you can repeat all of the titles of the selected disc.)

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

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

x VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD/CD

•[OFF]: Off.

• [ALL DISCS]: You can repeat all of the discs.

• [ONE DISC]: You can repeat all of the tracks on the current disc.

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

x DATA CD/DATA DVD

•[OFF]: Off.

• [ALL DISCS]: You can repeat all of the discs.

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

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

• [TRACK] (MP3 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 you press CLEAR to return to normal play, Program Play and Shuffle Play are also canceled.

Searching/Selecting Disc Contents

Using the DVD’s menu

Disc

A DVD is divided into many 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.

Selecting an original title or edited title on a DVD-VR

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 in the order of the existing playlist.

• [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. (If [MEDIA] is set to

[MUSIC/PHOTO], 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).

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 Contr ol Menu display is turned off, you can search for a chapter (DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/DVDRW) or track (VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD/CD) by pressing the number buttons and .

To search for a scene 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 --:--:--].

3 Input the time code using the number

buttons.

For example, to find a 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.

Playing MP3 Files/JPEG Image Files

You can play 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 files with the extension “.mp3,” “.jpg,” or “.jpeg” even if they are not in MP3 or JPEG format. Playing these files may generate a loud noise which could damage your speaker system.

• The system does not play back audio in MP3PRO format.

• The system can recognize up to 200 folders, and will not play any folders beyond the 200th . (Depen ding 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 a longer time to play files when progressing to the following folder or jumping to other folders.

• The system m ay not play certain types of JPEG image files (ex. a JPEG image file that is less than 8 (width) × 8 (height)).

Disc

Selecting an MP3 file or folder

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“DVD” appears in the front panel display.

2 Load a DATA CD or DATA DVD.

After loading the disc, the list of folders appears on the TV screen.

3 Press DISPLAY.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

4 Press X/x to select [MEDIA],

then press .

The options for [MEDIA] appear.

5 When [MUSIC] is selected, press DVD

MENU. When other than [MUSIC] is selected, press X/x to select [MUSIC], then press .

A list of folders that contain MP3 files appears.

The selected folder is highlighted in yellow.

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)

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 on/off the display

Press DVD MENU.

6 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 an 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 go to the next or previous page

Press / .

To stop playback

Press x.

Other operations

See “Other operations” (page 44).

Selecting a JPEG image file or folder

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“DVD” appears in the front panel display.

2 Load a DATA CD or DATA DVD.

After loading the disc, the list of folders appears on the TV screen.

3 Press DISPLAY.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

4 Press X/x to select [MEDIA],

then press .

The options for [MEDIA] appear.

5 When [PHOTO] is selected, press DVD

MENU. When other than [PHOTO] is selected, press X/x to select [PHOTO], then press .

A list of folders that contain JPEG files appears. The selected folder is highlighted in yellow.

FOLDER LIST

01 Happy birthday 02 Travelling 01 03 2003.08.20 04 Flowers 05 Travelling 02 06 Animals 07 2003.11.16 08 2003.12.03

6 Press X/x to select a folder.

x To go to the next or previous page

Press / .

x To play JPEG image files in a folder

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 56), and add effects to the slide show (page 56).

x To select a JPEG image file by displaying the image browser

Press PICTURE NAVI. Previews 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 the previous screen, press O RETURN.

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 in 90 degree increments. 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 63).

To stop playback

Press x.

To turn on/off the display

Press DVD MENU.

Other operations

See “Other operations” (page 44).

Playing 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 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“DVD” appears in the front panel display.

2 Load a DATA CD or DATA DVD.

After loading the disc, the list of folders appears on the TV screen.

3 Press DISPLAY.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

4 Press X/x to select [MEDIA],

then press .

The options for [MEDIA] appear.

5 When [MUSIC/PHOTO] is selected,

press DVD MENU. When other than [MUSIC/PHOTO] is selected, press X/x to select [MUSIC/PHOTO], then press

The list of folders appears.

Disc

6 Press X/x to select the desired folder

and press H.

The system starts playing the selected folder.

You can turn the folder list on/off by pressing DVD MENU repeatedly.

Note

• If you play a 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.

Selecting the slide show duration of JPEG image files

1 Press DISPLAY. (If [MEDIA] is set to

[MUSIC/PHOTO], 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.

Selecting an effect for JPEG image files in the slide show

1 Press DISPLAY. (If [MEDIA] is set to

[MUSIC/PHOTO], press DISPLAY twice.)

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

2 Press X/x to select [EFFECT],

then press .

The options for [EFFECT] appear.

3 Press X/x to select a setting.

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

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

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

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

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

• [OFF]: Off.

4 Press .

Note

• The [EFFECT] setting is not effective when you set [JPEG RESOLUTION] in [HDMI SETUP] to [(1920 × 1080i) HD ] or [(1920 × 1080i) HD] (page 63).

Selecting playback priority of the file type

You can select playback priority when mixed media (MP3 files or JPEG image files) are in the disc.

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“DVD” appears in the front panel display.

2 Load a DATA CD or DATA DVD.

After loading the disc, the list of folders appears on the TV screen.

3 Press DISPLAY.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

4 Press X/x to select [MEDIA],

then press .

The options for [MEDIA] appear.

5 Press X/x to select a setting.

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

• [MUSIC]: MP3 file playback has priority.

• [PHOTO]: JPEG image file playback has priority. You can play JPEG image files as a slide show.

6 Press .

For details of the playback priority of file types under the [MEDIA] setting, see “Playback priority of file types” (page 104).

Displaying a list of MP3 files/ JPEG image files

1 Press DISPLAY during playback.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

2 Press X/x to select

[BROWSING], then press .

The options for [BROWSING] appear.

3 Press X/x to select the desired list,

then press .

• [FOLDER LIST]: The list of folders appears. Follow Step 6 of “Selecting an MP3 file or folder” (page 53) or “Selecting a JPEG image file or folder” (page 54).

• [PICTURE LIST] (JPEG image files only): Previews of JPEG image files in the folder appear in 16 subscreens. Follow Step 6 of “Selecting a JPEG image file or folder” (page 54).

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 delay between picture and sound.

4 Press .

Note

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

Disc

Restricting Playback of the Disc

[PARENTAL CONTROL]

The [PARENTAL CONTROL] function allows you to restrict playback of DVDs that have ratings. 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 from “Parental Control Area Code List” (page 105) using the number buttons.

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

The selection items for [LEVEL] are displayed.

11 Press X/x to select the desired level,

then press .

[PARENTAL CONTROL] setting is complete.

The lower the value, the stricter the limitation.

To turn off the [PARENTAL

CONTROL] function

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

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

1 Load the disc and press H.

The display for entering your password appears.

2 Enter your 4-digit password using the

number buttons, then press .

The system starts playback.

• If you forget your password, remove the disc and repeat Steps 1 to 6 of “Restricting Playback of the Disc” (page 58). When you are asked to enter your password, enter “199703” using the number buttons, then press . The display will ask you t o 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 appears, enter your new password.

Changing the password

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“DVD” appears in the front panel display.

2 Press DISPLAY while the system is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

3 Press X/x to select [SETUP],

then press .

The options for [SETUP] appear.

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

press .

The Setup Display appears.

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 a new 4-digit password using the

number buttons, then press .

10To 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.

Disc

Changing the System Settings by Using the Setup Display

You can make various adjustments to items such as picture and sound. Displayed items vary depending on the area.

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 60)

• [VIDEO SETUP] (page 61)

• [HDMI SETUP] (page 62)

• [AUDIO SETUP] (page 64)

• [SYSTEM SETUP] (page 64)

• [SPEAKER SETUP] (page 65)

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

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

VIDEO SETUP

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

(COMPONENT OUT)

4:3 LETTER BOX

(COMPONENT OUT)

16:9 16:9

OFF

FULL

AUTO

4:3 PAN SCAN

OFF

AUTO

Options

7 Press X/x to select a setting, then

press .

The setting is selected and setup is complete.

Example: [4:3 LETTER BOX]

VIDEO SETUP

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

To reset all of the [SETUP] settings

To reset all of the [SETUP] settings, see “Returning the [SETUP] settings to the default” (page 87).

Setting the display or sound track language

[LANGUAGE SETUP]

4:3 LETTER BOX

(COMPONENT OUT)

Selected setting

OFF

FULL

OFF

AUTO

Example: [VIDEO SETUP]

Selected item

VIDEO SETUP

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

(COMPONENT OUT)

Setup items

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

16:9

OFF

FULL

OFF

AUTO

LANGUAGE SETUP

OSD: MENU: AUDIO: SUBTITLE:

ENGLISH ENGLISH

ORIGINAL

AUDIO FOLLOW

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 on the disc is selected.

x [SUBTITLE] (DVD VIDEO only)

You can switch the language of the subtitles 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 105) using the number buttons.

Settings for the display

[VIDEO SETUP]

Select settings according to the TV to be connected.

VIDEO SETUP

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

(COMPONENT OUT)

16:9

OFF

FULL

OFF

AUTO

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 standard TV. The system 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 standard TV. The system automatically displays a 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 [PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT)]

You can set the progressive signal that is output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks to on/off. For details, see “Does your TV accept progressive signals?” (page 38).

: The system outputs interlace signals.

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

1 Select [ON], then press .

The confirmation display appears.

2 Press C/c to select [START], then

press .

Disc

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

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

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

Note

• [PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT)] is effective only when you c onnect the unit and TV with a component video cable (page 26).

x [4:3 OUTPUT]

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

You cannot select this and the setting is not effective when the system outputs a progressive signal.

: You can set the black level of the output

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

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

You can select the picture in pause mode.

[AUTO]: The picture, including subjects that move dynamically, is output with no jitter. This setting is for normal usage. [FRAME]: The picture, including subjects that do not move dynamically, is output in high resolution.

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

16:9 aspect ratio TV

Note

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

x [BLACK LEVEL]

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

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

x [BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT)]

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

Settings for 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 37).

[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

AUTO

(1920x1080p)

LEVEL2

BCR

OFF

** Depending on the area, [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 for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” Sync” (page 70).

: On. You can operate mutually between

[ON] components that are connected with an HDMI cable. [OFF]: Off.

: The system does not output sound from

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

Note

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

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

Disc

x [VOLUME LIMIT]

If you change the output method of the TV to the system speakers via the TV menu (or by pressing THEATER), the System Audio Control (page 71) 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 the 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 [JPEG RESOLUTION]

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

]: The system outputs standard

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

• The HDMI signal will stop momentarily when:

– the system is loading or unloading a DATA CD or

DATA DVD.

– you change the disc from a DATA CD or DATA

DVD.

– you play a DATA CD or DATA DVD to the end

and the system stops playback automatically.

x [AUDIO (HDMI)]

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

Settings for the audio

[AUDIO SETUP]

AUDIO SETUP

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

x [SPEAKER FORMATION]

You can select the position of the speakers for 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.

x [TRACK SELECTION] (DVD VIDEO only)

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

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

OFF OFF

Note

• When you set the item to [AUTO], the language may change. The [TRACK SELECTION] setting has higher priority than the [AUDIO] settings in [LANGUAGE SETUP] (page 60). (Depending on the disc, this function may not work.)

• If PCM, DT S, Dolby Digital sound, and MPEG audio have the same number of channels, the system selects PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital soun d, and MPEG audio in this order.

Other Settings

[SYSTEM SETUP]

SYSTEM SETUP

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

JACKET PICTURE

x [SCREEN SAVER]

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

damage to the display device

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 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.

) to cancel

x [PARENTAL CONTROL]

You can set the playback restrictions. For details, see “Restricting Playback of the Disc” (page 58).

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

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.

[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 speakers are 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].

Disc

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 87).

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.

SPEAKER SETUP

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

FRONT:

CENTER: SURROUND:

SUBWOOFER:

x [CONNECTION]

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

[FRONT]

[YES]

YES

YES YES

YES

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.

[L/R] 3.0 m/10 ft distance. [CENTER] 3.0 m/10 ft

: Set the front speaker

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 35), 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).

[CENTER] 0.0 dB

*: Set the center speaker

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

* This item appears when you set [CENTER] to

[YES] in the [CONNECTION] setting.

x [LEVEL (SURROUND)]

You can adjust the sound level of the surround speakers. 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] 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 35), 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 p lace 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

* 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. [ON]: The test tone is emitted from each speaker in sequence while adjusting the 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.

• 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.

[L/R] 0.0 dB

: Set the front speaker level.

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.

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” (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.

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 68), then perform the procedure from Step 3.

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

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

Tuner

6 Press X/x to select the preset number

you want.

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

Listening to the Radio

Preset radio stations in the system’s memory first (see “Presetting Radio Stations” (page 67)).

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

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

The last received station is tuned in.

2 Press PRESET +/– repeatedly to select

the preset station.

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

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

3 Adjust the volume by pressing

VOLUME +/–.

To turn off the radio

Press "/1.

To listen to non-preset radio stations

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

To listen to radio stations when you know the frequencies

Press D.TUNING in Step 2, press the number buttons to select the frequencies, then press .

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

If an FM program is noisy

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

1 Press SYSTEM MENU.

2 Press X/x repeatedly until “FM MODE”

appears in the front panel display.

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

• “STEREO”: Stereo reception.

• “MONO”: Monaural reception.

5 Press .

The setting is made.

6 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The system menu turns off.

Naming preset stations

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

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

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

The last received station is tuned in.

2 Press PRESET +/– repeatedly to select

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

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

appears in the front panel display.

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

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

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

If you make a mistake

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

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

7 Press .

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

8 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The system menu turns off.

Viewing the station name or frequency in the front panel display

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

Press DISPLAY.

Each time you press DISPLAY, the display changes:

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

x “TUNER FM”

When the station name is set

1 Station name

Ex. “SONY RADIO”

2 Frequency

Ex. “FM1 87.50”

3 The “FM MODE” setting

Ex. “STEREO”

When the station name is not set

1 Frequency

Ex. “FM1 87.50”

2 The “FM MODE” setting

Ex. “STEREO”

x “TUNER AM”

When the station name is set

1 Station name

Ex. “SONY RADIO”

2 Frequency

Ex. “AM1 576”

When the station name is not set

1 Frequency

Ex. “AM1 576”

Tuner

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 a Sony component, 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, operation is simplified as below:

– Theater Mode (page 71)

– One-Touch Play (page 71)

– System Power Off (page 71)

– System Audio Control (page 71)

– Volume Limit (page 72)

– Language Follow (page 72)

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

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

– When you connect this system to a

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

– A component does not have an HDMI jack.

There are convenient buttons on the system’s remote for operating the TV, such as THEATER, 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.

Preparing 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.

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 system settings, 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 may be set to off).

THEATER

BRAVIA Sync

ONE-TOUCH

PLAY

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 .

•[ON]: On.

• [OFF]: Off.

Using the Theater Mode

(Theater Mode)

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

This system TV

Turns on. (If not already turned on.)

Switches to “DVD” function.

Starts playing th e disc and outputs the sound.

Turns on. (If not already turned on.)

Switches to HDMI input.

Minimizes sound level.

(System Audio Control)

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 using other than “DVD” or “TV/VIDEO” functions, or playing a CD), the system may not turn off automatically.

Enjoying TV sound from the speakers by this system

Control for HDMI/External Audio Device

Watching a 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.

Note

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

The system and TV work as follows (e.g.):

(System Audio Control)

You can enjoy TV sound via this system easily. To use this function, connect the system and the TV with an audio cord and an HDMI cable (pages 26, 27).

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

You can use the System Audio Control function as follows:

• While you are watching the TV and the

function of the system is switched to “TV/

VIDEO,” TV sound is output from the system

speakers automatically.

• While you are watching the TV and the function of the system is switched to “DVD,” sound of the “DVD” function is output from the system speakers; TV sound is not output via the TV speakers.

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

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

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

Note

• 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.

• You can connect the system and the TV audio

digitally. For details, see page 27.

Setting the Maximum Volume Level of the System

(Volume Limit)

If you change the output method of the TV to the system speakers via the TV menu (or by pressing THEATER), 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 63).

Changing the language for the on-screen display of the TV

(Language Follow)

When you change the language for the on-screen display of the TV, the system’s on-screen display language is also changed. However, when the system’s on-screen display is displayed, this function does not work.

Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter

The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) adapter 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 page 28.

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.

• 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.

Playing the connected component on the system

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

“DMPORT” appears in the front panel display.

2 Start playback of the connected

component.

The sound and images from the connected component are played on the system or connected TV. For operation details, refer to the operating instructions of the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.

Note

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

• 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.

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 products.

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

Control for HDMI/External Audio Device

Room A

./>

S-AIR sub unit

(surround amplifier)

Room B

Note

• You cannot operate this function if you do not insert

the wireless transceiver into the unit correctly (page 31).

S-AIR main unit

S-AIR sub unit

(S-AIR receiver)

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.

To set the ID of the unit

1 Press "/1 on the unit.

The system turns on.

2 Press SYSTEM MENU. 3 Press X/x repeatedly until “S-AIR ID”

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

4 Press X/x to select the desired ID.

You can select any ID (A, B, or C).

5 Press .

The setting is made.

6 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The system menu turns off.

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

Sound transmission is established as follows (example):

S-AIR main unit

(This unit)

ID A

unit (page 76), “(PAIRING)” appears beside ID in the front panel display.

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 34).

To set the ID of the S-AIR receiver

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

To use multiple S-AIR main units

You can use multiple S-AIR main units by setting a different ID for each component.

S-AIR main unit

(This unit)

ID A

Other S-AIR main unit

ID B

ID A

S-AIR sub unit

ID A

S-AIR sub unit

• To confirm the current ID, perform Steps 1 to 3 above. When you pair the unit with the S-AIR sub

ID A

S-AIR sub unit

ID A

S-AIR

sub unit

ID B

S-AIR sub 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 placed in another room for enjoying the system’s sound there.

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

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

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

3 Press X/x to select the desired setting.

•“PARTY”: The S-AIR receiver outputs

sound according to functions set on the unit.

• “SEPARATE”: You can set the desired

function for the S-AIR receiver while unit functions do not change.

4 Press .

The setting is made.

5 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The system menu turns off.

6 Select the desired function on the

S-AIR receiver.

x When “PARTY” is set

The S-AIR receiver’s function changes sequentially as you press FUNCTION +/– of the main unit (page 39) or S-AIR CH of the S-AIR receiver.

x When “SEPARATE” is set

The S-AIR receiver’s function changes by pressing S-AIR CH of the S-AIR receiver 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.

7 Adjust the volume on the S-AIR

receiver.

Note

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

To set “S-AIR MODE” via the remote

Press S-AIR MODE.

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

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 “STBY ON.”

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

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

Control for HDMI/External Audio Device

3 Press X/x to select the desired setting.

• “STBY ON”: You can enjoy the S-AIR receiver while the unit is in standby mode or turned on. The power consumption during the standby mode increases.

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

The default setting differs depending on the area.

4 Press .

The setting is made.

5 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The system menu turns off.

Note

• When you turn the system off while “S-AIR STBY” is set to “STBY 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.

x Before pairing

Sound transmission is established by ID (example).

Your room

This unit

ID A

S-AIR sub unit

x After pairing

Neighbor

ID A

S-AIR sub unit

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

Your room

This unit

Neighbor

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 sound from neighbors. To prevent this, you can identify the unit with a specific S-AIR sub unit by performing the pairing operation.

ID A

ID A ID A

S-AIR sub unit

Pairing

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 74).

• 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 SYSTEM MENU. 4 Press X/x repeatedly until “PAIRING”

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

5 After “START” appears in the front

panel display, press .

The unit starts pairing and “SEARCH” flashes in the front panel display. To cancel pairing, press SYSTEM MENU.

6 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 “PAIRING” and “COMPLETE” appear alternately in the front panel display.

• 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, “PAIRING” and “COMPLETE” appear alternately in the front panel display.

Note

• Perform pairing within several minutes of Step

5. If you do not, “PAIRING” and “INCOMPLETE” appear alternately in the front panel display. To continue pa iring, press and start again from Step 5. To cancel pairing, press SYSTEM MENU.

7 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The system menu turns off.

Note

• After you have performed pairing, if you select “S-AIR ID” (page 76), the ID setting (“A,” “B,” or “C”) that you last used is displayed first by default.

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, pairing is canceled.

If sound transmission is unstable

For the surround amplifier For the S-AIR receiver

If you use multiple wireless systems which share 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 changes “RF CHANGE” to “ON” or “OFF” automatically.

• “ON”: The system transmits sound by searching for 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 stable (page 74).

Note

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

Control for HDMI/External Audio Device

– 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 IEEE

802.11b/g channel 1

– S-AIR ID B: equivalent channel for IEEE

802.11b/g channel 6

– S-AIR ID C: equivalent channel for IEEE

802.11b/g 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).

Changing the RF output power

(Only when using the EZW-RT10A wireless transceiver.)

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

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

3 Press X/x to select the desired setting.

•“HIGH”: Normally select this.

• “LOW”: The RF output power is decreased.

4 Press .

The setting is made.

5 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The system menu turns off.

Other Operations

Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Room

[SPEAKER FORMATION]

Depending on the shape of the room, you cannot install some speakers. For 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.

7 Press C/c to select a setting.

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

• [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].

Other Operations

SPEAKER FORMATION

STANDARD

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

When you want to cancel the measurement and retry [AUTO CALIBRATION], select [NO].

x The measurement is not OK.

Follow the message, then select [YES] to retry.

Note

• While the Auto Calibration function is working, do not operate the system.

• The measurement for [SUBWOOFER] is always [YES] since the system does not perform subwoofer calibration, but the [SUBWOOFER] level in [SPEAKER SETUP] returns to the default setting when you perform [AUTO CALIBRATION].

Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote

You can control the TV (Sony only) by using the following buttons. Use these buttons (other than TV [/1, THEATER, 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.

THEATER

TV INPUT Switch the TV’s input source

TV VOL +/– Adjust the TV volume.

TV CH +/–* 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 quality 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.

Using the Sound Effect

– “DEC. MODE” is set to “A.F.D. STD,”

“A.F.D. MULTI,” or “2CH STEREO”.

– Headphones are not connected.

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.

When all the conditions above are satisfied, you can activate/deactivate the effect by pressing DMPORT BOOSTER on the unit. The DMPORT BOOSTER indicator turns on.

To turn off the sound effect

Press DMPORT BOOSTER on the unit so that the DMPORT BOOSTER indicator turns off.

Enhancing compressed sound

You can enhance compressed sound such as an MP3 audio file.

This effect is activated automatically when all the following conditions are satisfied:

– The function is set to “DMPORT” or

“AUDIO”.

Selecting the Effect to

Enjoying Multiplex

Suit the Source

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

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

•“AUTO”: The system automatically selects “MOVIE” (the MOVIE indicator lights up) or “MUSIC” (the MUSIC indicator lights up) to produce the sound effect depending on the source.

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

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

Note

• When you play a Super Audio CD, this function does

not work.

• 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 a Dolby Digital multiplex broadcast signal.

Note

• To receive a Dolby Digital signal, you need to connect a TV or other component to the unit with an optical or coaxial digital cord (page 27) and set the digital output mode of the TV or other component to Dolby Digital.

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.

Other Operations

Changing the Input Level

Using the Sleep Timer of the Sound from Connected Components

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

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until

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

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

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

4 Press X/x to select a setting.

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

• “ATT OFF”: Normal input level.

5 Press .

The setting is made.

6 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The system menu turns off.

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-minute 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 by 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.

Changing the Brightness

Viewing Information of the Front Panel Display

You can set the brightness of the front panel display 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”: The front panel display is bright.

• “DIMMER ON”: The front panel display is 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 an ID3 tag, the system will

display an album name or title 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

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 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

• 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

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.

1 Press DISPLAY during playback.

The following display appears on the TV screen.

T 1: 01: 40

Time information

2 Press DISPLAY repeatedly to change

the time information.

The display and the kinds of time that you can check depend on the disc you are playing.

x DVD VIDEO/DVD-VR

• T **:**:** Playing time of the current title

• T-**:**:** Remaining time of the current title

• C **:**:** Playing time of the current chapter

• C-**:**:** Remaining time of the current chapter

x VIDEO CD (with PBC functions)

• **:** Playing time of the current scene

x VIDEO CD (without PBC functions)/ Super Audio CD/CD

• T **:** Playing time of the current track

Checking the play information of the disc

To check DVD/Super Audio CD/CD text

Press DISPLAY repeatedly during playback to display text recorded in the DVD/Super Audio CD/CD. The DVD/Super Audio CD/CD text appears only when text is recorded in the disc. You cannot change the text. If the disc does not contain text, “NO TEXT” appears.

Dvorak/Tchaikovsky /NedPho/Kreizberg Adagio - Allegro molto

To check DATA CD/DATA DVD (MP3 file) text

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

Folder name** File name**

* The bit rate appears when the system is playing an

MP3 file on a DATA CD/DATA DVD.

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

Checking the date information of a JPEG image file

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, N, and "/1 on the unit at the

same time.

“COLD RESET” appears in the front panel display and the system returns to default settings.

Other Operations

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

Press DISPLAY during playback.

The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

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

Date information

* “Exchangeable Image File Format” is a digital

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

DATA CD

Returning the [SETUP] settings to the default

You can return the [SETUP] settings (page 60) 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.

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

then press .

The options for [SYSTEM SETUP] appear.

6 Press X/x to select [RESET] and press

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 [MEDIA], [INTERVAL], [EFFECT], and [MULTI/2CH] settings also return to the default settings.

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 system 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 system can overheat and malfunction.

• Do not place the system on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies) that may block the ventilation slots.

• Do not install the system 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 system in an inclined position. It is designed to be operated in a horizontal position only.

• Keep the system and discs away from components with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens, or large loudspeakers.

• Do not place heavy objects on the system.

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 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

1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly to

select “DVD.”

2 Make sure that all discs are removed

from the unit.

3 Press H and "/1 simultaneously.

“MECHA LOCK” and “UNPLUG” appear alternately in the front panel display.

4 Remove the AC power cord (mains

lead) from the wall outlet (mains).

Additional Information

About S-AIR function

• As the S-AIR product(s) 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 product(s) transmits sound by radio waves, equipment that generates electromagnetic energy, such as a microwave oven, may prevent sound transmission.

• As the S-AIR product(s) uses the radio waves that share the same frequency as other wireless systems, such as wireless LAN or Bluetooth devices it may occur interference or poor transmission as a result. In this case, take the following steps to enhance the transmission of signals:

– Avoid placing the S-AIR product(s) near other

wireless systems.

– Avoid using the S-AIR product(s) and the other

wireless systems spontaneously.

– 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).

• The transmission distance differs depending on the usage of 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.

• Place the S-AIR product(s) on the stable surface off the floor.

• Poor transmission may occur and the transmission distance may be too short if the following conditions exist:

– There is a wall/floor made of reinforced concrete

or stone between the S-AIR product(s).

– There is an iron divider/door or furniture/electric

product made of fireproof glass, metal, etc., between the S-AIR product(s).

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.

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.

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.

Additional Information

Picture

Symptom Remedy

There is no picture. • The video connecting cords are not connected securely.

• The video connecting cords are damaged.

• The unit is not connected to the correct TV input jack (page 26).

• 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 26).

• You have set progressive format but your TV cannot accept the signal in progressive format. In this case, return the setting to interlace format (the default setting) (page 38).

• Even if your TV is compatible with progressive format (525p/625p) signals, the image may be affected when you set progressive format. In this case, return the setting to interlace format (the default setting) (page 38).

• 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 26).

• If the HDMI OUT jack is used for video output, change the type of video signal output from the HDMI OUT jack. It may solve the problem (page 37). Connect the TV and the unit using a video jack other than the HDMI OUT, and switch the TV’s input to the connected video input so that you can see the onscreen displays. Change the type of video signal output from the HDMI OUT jack, and switch the TV’s input back to HDMI. If the picture still does not appear, repeat the Steps and try other options.

• You have set [PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT)] in [VIDEO SETUP] to [ON] (page 61) even though your TV cannot accept the progressive signal. In this case, disconnect the HDMI cable from the unit and then set it to [OFF].

• If you are using the “DMPORT” function, the video signal is output from the VIDEO OUT jack only.

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

• If the picture output from your system goes through your VCR to get to your TV, the copy-protection signal applied to some DVD programs could affect picture quality. If you experie nce problems when you connect your unit through your VCR, try connecting your unit to your TV’s video input directly (page 26).

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 system’s speakers contain magnet parts, so magnetic distortion may occur. When color irregularity occurs on the TV screen, 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 being performed. Press H to return to normal play mode.

• Check the speaker settings (page 65).

• 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 63).

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.

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.

• Set [AUDIO (HDMI)] in [HDMI SETUP] to [ON] (page 63).

• 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 24, 65).

• 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.

• Select stereo sound by pressing AUDIO (page 45).

• Make sure the unit is connected properly.

• Check the “

• Check the speaker connections and settings (pages 24, 65).

• 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 24, 65).

• Check the “

• Depending on the source, the effect of the center speaker may be less noticeable.

• A 2 channel source is being played.

DEC. MODE” setting (page 40).

Additional Information

Symptom Remedy

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.

Noise is heard on AM radio. • Check the location of the AM loop antenna (aerial) and cord (page 30).

• Check the speaker connections and settings (pages 24, 65).

• Check the “

• Depending on the source, the effect of the surround speakers may be less noticeable.

• Check the wireless setting (page 34).

• A 2 channel source is being played.

• The sampling frequency of the input stream is more than 48 kHz.

DEC. MODE” setting (page 40).

Operation

Symptom Remedy

Radio stations cannot be tuned in.

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

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

The MP3 file cannot be played. • The DATA CD is not recorded in ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, or Joliet.

The JPEG image file cannot be played.

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

• 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 67).

• 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 7).

• The region code on the DVD does not match the system.

• Moisture has condensed inside the unit and may cause damage to the lenses. Remove the disc and leave the unit turned on for about half an hour.

• The DATA DVD is not recorded in 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.

• Check the [MEDIA] setting (page 56).

• The DATA CD is not recorded in ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, or Joliet.

• The DATA DVD is not recorded in 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 Internet Web sites.

• It does not fit the TV screen (those images are reduced).

• Check the [MEDIA] setting (page 56).

• The system can only display numbers and letters of the alphabet. Other characters are displayed as [*].

Symptom Remedy

A disc does not start playing from the beginning.

The system starts playing the disc automatically.

Playback stops automatically. • Some discs may contain an auto pause signal. While playing such a disc, the

You cannot perform some functions such as stop, search, Slow-motion Play, or Repeat Play.

Messages do not appear on the TV screen in the language you want.

The language for the sound track cannot be changed.

The subtitle language cannot be changed.

The subtitle cannot be turned off. • The DVD prohibits turning off subtitles.

The angles cannot be changed. • Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD being played (page 45).

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.

• 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 47).

• 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 these operations. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the disc.

• In the Setup Display, select the desired language for the on-screen display in [OSD] under [LANGUAGE SETUP] (page 60).

• 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 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 file has the extension “.jpg” or “.jpeg,” but is not in JPEG format.

• 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 26).

• Set [CONTROL FOR HDMI] in [HDMI SETUP] to [ON] (page 63).

• 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 [CONTROL FOR HDMI] in [HDMI SETUP] to [OFF], then set [CONTROL FOR HDMI] in [HDMI SETUP] to [ON] (page 63).

• For details, see “Using the Control for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” Sync” (page 70).

Additional Information

Symptom Remedy

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

• Set [AUDIO (HDMI)] in [HDMI SETUP] to [ON] (page 63).

• 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 70).

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.

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 (about 25 feet) away

• If you use another S-AIR main unit, place it more than 8 m (about 25 feet) away from the S-AIR main unit you are using.

• Confirm the S-AIR IDs of the unit and S-AIR sub unit (page 74).

• Another S-AI R sub un it is paired to the S-AIR main unit. Pair the desired S -AIR sub unit with the S-AIR main unit (page 76).

• Place so that the S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub unit are separated from other wireless devices.

• Avoid using any other wireless devices.

• 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.

• If you use another S-AIR main unit, place it more than 8 m (about 25 feet) away from the S-AIR main unit you are using.

• Confirm the S-AIR IDs of the unit and S-AIR sub unit (page 74).

• Confirm the pairing setting (page 76).

• Place so that 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.

• Place so that the S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub unit are separated from other wireless devices.

• Avoid using any other wireless devices.

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

• Change the S-AIR 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 S-AIR main unit you are using.

• Place so that 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.

• Place so that the S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub unit are separated from other wireless devices.

• Avoid using any other wireless devices.

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

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

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 34).

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.

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.

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.

• turns green

– The speaker cord is not connected securely.

– Check the speaker connections and settings.

– The volume of the S-AIR main unit is set to minimum.

– The S-AIR main unit is in mute status.

– Depending on the source or the settings of the S-AIR main unit, the effect of

the speakers may be less noticeable.

– Headphones are connected.

• flashes green

– The S-AIR main unit is not turned on.

– Pair the S-AIR main unit with another S-AIR sub unit.

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

– Confirm the S-AIR IDs of the S-AIR main unit and surround amplifier being

the same ID (page 74).

– Pairing operation is not completed.

– Sound transmission is poor.

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

– Move the system away from another wireless devices.

– Avoid using any other wireless devices.

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

• turns red

– Set the SURROUND SELECTOR switch of the surround amplifier to

SURROUND.

• Volume becomes 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.

Additional Information

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 or front panel display. In this case, check the following table.

C:13:50

When the version number appears 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 90).

,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

Specifications

AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS for the U.S. model

POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION:

Amplifier Section

U.S. models: Surround mode (reference) RMS output power

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

Surround mode (reference) RMS output power

* Depending on the decoding mode settings and the

source, there may be no sound output.

Inputs (Analog) TV/VIDEO (AUDIO IN) Sensitivity: 450/250 mV AUDIO IN Sensitivity: 250/125 mV Inputs (Digital) TV/VIDEO (COAXIAL IN/OPTICAL IN)

Outputs (Analog) Phones Accepts low- and high-

With 3 ohms loads, both channels driven, from 180

- 20,000 Hz; rated 84 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.7% total harmonic distortion from 250 milli watts to rated output.

FL/FR/C*: 144 watts channel at 3 ohms, 1 kHz, 10% THD) Subwoofer*: 280 watts (at

1.5 ohms, 80 Hz, 10% THD)

1 kHz, 1% THD)

FL/FR/C*: 144 watts channel at 3 ohms, 1 kHz, 10% THD) Subwoofer*: 280 watts (at

1.5 ohms, 80 Hz, 10% THD)

Impedance: 75 ohms/Input Stream: Dolby Digital 5.1ch/DTS 5.1ch/ Linear PCM 2ch (Sampling Frequency: less than 48 kHz)

impedance headphones.

(per

Super Audio CD/DVD System

Laser Diode Properties Emission Duration:

Continuous Laser Output: Less than

44.6μW

* This output is the value measurement at a distance

of 200mm from the objective lens surface on the Optical Pick-up Block with 7mm aperture.

Signal format system NTSC

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

COMPONENT:

Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms

PB/CB, PR/CR: 0.7 Vp-p

75 ohms

HDMI OUT: Type A (19

pin)

Additional Information

Speakers

Front (SS-TS95)

Speaker system Full range Bass reflex Speaker unit 65 mm (2

/8 in) cone type Rated impedance 3 ohms Dimensions (approx.) 255 mm × 910 / 940 / 970 /

1000 mm × 255 mm (10 in × 35 7/8 / 37 1/8 / 38 1/4 /

/8 in × 10 1/8 in)

39 (103 mm × 545 mm × 86

/8 in × 21 1/2 in ×

mm (4

/2 in) speaker only for

reference) (w/h/d)

Mass (approx.) 2.3 kg (5 lb 2 oz)

Center (SS-CT91)

Speaker system Full range Bass reflex,

Speaker unit 65 mm (2

Magnetically Shielded

/8 in) cone type Rated impedance 3 ohms Dimensions (approx.) 265 mm × 94 mm × 77 mm

/2 in × 3 3/4 in × 3 1/8 in)

(10 (w/h/d)

Mass (approx.) 0.7 kg (1 lb 9 oz)

Surround

DAV-HDX589W (SS-TS92)

Speaker system Full range Bass reflex Speaker unit 65 mm (2

/8 in) cone type Rated impedance 3 ohms Dimensions (approx.) 103 mm × 164 mm × 94

mm (4

/4 in) (w/h/d)

/8 in × 6 1/2 in ×

Mass (approx.) 0.5 kg (1 lb 2 oz)

DAV-HDX686W (SS-TS95)

Speaker system Full range Bass reflex Speaker unit 65 mm (2

/8 in) cone type Rated impedance 3 ohms Dimensions (approx.) 255 mm × 910 / 940 / 970 /

1000 mm × 255 mm (10 in × 35 7/8 / 37 1/8 / 38 1/4 /

/8 in × 10 1/8 in)

39 (103 mm × 545 mm × 86

/8 in × 21 1/2 in ×

mm (4

/2 in) speaker only for

reference) (w/h/d)

Mass (approx.) 2.3 kg (5 lb 2 oz)

Subwoofer (SS-WS95)

Speaker system Subwoofer Bass reflex Speaker unit 160 mm (6

/8 in) cone type Rated impedance 1.5 ohms Dimensions (approx.) 225 mm × 395 mm × 325

mm (8

/8 in) (w/h/d)

/8 in × 15 5/8 in ×

Mass (approx.) 6.5 kg (14 lb 6 oz)

General

Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz Power consumption On: 120 W

Standby: 0.3 W (at the Power Saving mode)

Output voltage (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT)

Output current (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT)

DC 5 V

700 mA

Dimensions (approx.) 430 mm × 85 mm × 420

mm (17 in × 3 3/8 in ×

/8 in) (w/h/d) incl.

16 projecting parts 430 mm × 85 mm × 450 mm (17

/4 in) (w/h/d) with the

17 wireless transceiver inserted

Mass (approx.) 5.2 kg (11 lb 8 oz)

Surround amplifier (TA-SA100WR)

AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS for the U.S. model POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION:

With 3 ohms loads, both channels driven, from 120

- 20,000 Hz; rated 50 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.7% total harmonic distortion from 250 milli

watts to rated output. Amplifier Section U.S. models: Surround mode (reference) RMS output power: 144 W

(per channel at 3 ohms, 1

kHz, 10 % THD) Other models: Stereo mode (rated)

80 W + 80 W (at 3 ohms, 1

kHz, 1 % THD) Surround mode (reference) RMS output power

144 W (per channel at 3

ohms, 1 kHz, 10 % THD)*

* Depending on the source, there may be no sound

output.

Rated impedance: 3 - 16 Ω

General Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz Power consumption On: 50 W Dimensions (approx.) 85 mm × 100 mm × 330

mm (3

(w/h/d) (incl. Wireless

transceiver)

in × 3

/8 in ×

/8 in × 4 in × 13 in)

100

Sony DAV-HDX589W Operating Instruction

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

WARNING

About These Operating Instructions

About the S-AIR function

Playable Discs

Example of discs that the system cannot play

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

About Multi Session CD

Region code

Note about playback operations of a DVD or VIDEO CD

Getting Started

Unpacking

Step 1: Installing the System

Positioning the system

Assembling the speakers

Installing the speakers on a wall

Step 2: Connecting the System

Connecting the speakers

Connecting the TV (Video connection)

Connecting the TV (Audio connection)

Connecting the other components

Connecting the antenna (aerial)

Inserting the wireless transceiver

Connecting the AC power cords (mains leads)

About the demonstration

Step 3: Setting up the Wireless System

Step 4: Performing the Quick Setup

Setting the type of video output to match your TV

Step 5: Selecting the Source

Step 6: Enjoying Surround Sound

Enjoying TV sound with the 5.1 channel surround sound effect

Selecting surround sound effects based on your listening preference

Disc

Playing a Disc

Displaying multi-angles and subtitles

Changing the sound

Checking the audio signal format

Selecting a playback area for a Super Audio CD

Changing a playback layer for a hybrid Super Audio CD

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

Resuming playback from the point where you stopped the disc

Using Play Mode

Creating your own program

Playing in random order

Playing repeatedly

Searching/Selecting Disc Contents

Using the DVD’s menu

Selecting an original title or edited title on a DVD-VR

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

Playing MP3 Files/JPEG Image Files

Selecting an MP3 file or folder

Selecting a JPEG image file or folder

Playing a slide show with sound

Selecting the slide show duration of JPEG image files

Selecting an effect for JPEG image files in the slide show

Selecting playback priority of the file type

Displaying a list of MP3 files/ JPEG image files

Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture and Sound

Restricting Playback of the Disc

Changing the password

Changing the System Settings by Using the Setup Display

Setting the display or sound track language

Settings for the display

Settings for HDMI

Settings for the audio

Other Settings

Settings for the speakers

Tuner

Presetting Radio Stations

Listening to the Radio

Naming preset stations

Viewing the station name or frequency in the front panel display

Control for HDMI/External Audio Device

Preparing the Control for HDMI function

Using the Theater Mode

Turning the system off in sync with the TV

Enjoying TV sound from the speakers by this system