Sony DAV-LF1 Users guide

2-190-827-19(1)
DVD Home Theatre System
Operating Instructions
DAV -LF1
©2004 Sony Corporation
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.
For the customers in the U.S.A
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them wh enever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. DAV-LF1
Serial No.______________
WARNING
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
For the customers in Canada CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
Except for North American models
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with news papers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
Don’t throw away the battery with general house waste, dispose of it correctly as chemical waste.
This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. The label is located on the rear of the control unit.
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Precautions

Safety
• If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.
• The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet (mains), even if the unit itself has been turned off.
• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if you do not intend to use it for an extended period of time. To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug, never by the cord.
Installing
• Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat build-up.
• Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies) that may block the ventilation slots.
• Do not install the unit near heat sources such as radiators, or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration, or shock.
• Do not install the unit in an inclined position. It is designed to be operated in a horizontal position only.
• Keep the unit and discs away from equipment with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens, or large loudspeakers.
• Do not place heavy objects on the unit.
• If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside the DVD Home Theatre System and cause damage to the lenses. When you first install the unit, or when you move it from a cold to a warm location, wait for about 30 minutes before operating the unit.
ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. registered mark.
As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.

Welcome!

Thank you for purchasing Sony DVD Home Theatre System. Before operating this system, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
Precautions
On power sources
AC power cord (mains lead) must be changed only at the qualified service shop.
On placement
• Place the system in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the system.
• At high volu me, over long periods of time, the cabinet becomes hot to the touch. This is not a malfunction. However, touching the cabinet should be avoided. Do not place the unit in a confined space where ventilation is poor as this may cause overheating.
• Do not block the cooling fan or ventilation slots by putting anything on the system. The system is equipped with a high power amplifier. If the cooling fan or ventilation slots are blocked, the unit can overheat and malfunction.
• Do not place the system in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical shock.
On operation
• If the sy stem is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense on the lenses inside the system. 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.
• For power saving purposes, set the system to standby mode by pressing the "/1 button (the standby indicator lights up). To turn off the system completely, remove the AC power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (mains).
• Do not carry the system while it is turned on.
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On adjusting volume
Do not turn up the volume while listening to a section with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level section is suddenly played.
On cleaning
Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
On cleaning discs
Do not use a commercially available CD/DVD cleaning disc. It may cause a malfunction.
On your TV’s color
If the speakers should cause the TV screen to have color irregularity, turn off the TV at once then turn it on after 15 to 30 minutes. If color irregularity should persist, place the speakers farther away from the 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.
Note
Do not handle the clear plastic panel when you move or operate the control unit as it may break.
On moving the system
When you carry the system, use the following procedure to protect the inner mechanism.
1 Make sure that a disc is removed from the
system.
2 Press FUNCTION on the remote or touch
the Touch Panel (page 43) repeatedly to select “DVD.”
3 Touch the Touch Panel Sensor .
(page 43) and Z of the control unit simultaneously for a few seconds until the front panel display changes to “Mecha Lock.” If some messages other than “Mecha Lock” appear, ignore them.
To cancel, press "/1.
4 Remove the AC power cord (mains lead)
from the wall outlet (mains).
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Table of Contents
Welcome! ................................................ 3
Precautions .............................................. 3
About This Manual ................................. 7
This System Can Play the Following
Discs ................................................. 7
Terms for Discs.......................................7
Notes about Discs ...................................9
Guide to the Control Menu Display......10
Getting Started
Unpacking ............................................. 12
Using the Remote.................................. 13
Step 1: Speaker System Hookup........... 15
Step 2: Antenna (Aerial) Hookups........ 23
Step 3: TV and Video Component
Hookups..........................................25
Step 4: Connecting the AC Power Cords
(Mains Leads) and Powering On .... 30
Step 5: Adjusting the Wireless
System ............................................ 31
Step 6: Performing the Quick Setup .....36
Speaker Setup........................................ 38
Playing Discs
Playing Discs ........................................41
Operating by the Touch Panel
Sensor .............................................43
Resuming Playback from the Point Where
You Stopped the Disc ..................... 44
(Resume Play)
Using the DVD’s Menu ........................ 45
Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC Functions
(Ver. 2.0)......................................... 45
(PBC Playback)
Playing an MP3 Audio Track ............... 46
Playing JPEG Image Files ....................48
Creating Your Own Program ................ 50
(Program Play)
Playing in Random Order .....................52
(Shuffle Play)
Playing Repeatedly ............................... 53
(Repeat Play) Searching for a Particular Point on
a Disc .............................................. 54
(Scan, Slow-motion Play)
Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track/
Index/Album/File ........................... 55
Viewing Disc Information .................... 57
Sound Adjustments
Changing the Sound.............................. 62
Enjoying Surround Sound .................... 64
Enjoying TV or VCR Sound from All
Speakers ......................................... 68
Using the Sound Effect......................... 69
Using Various Additional Functions
Changing the Angles ............................ 70
Displaying Subtitles.............................. 71
Locking Discs ....................................... 72
(CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL)
Other Operations
Controlling TV with the Supplied
Remote ........................................... 77
Using the SONY TV DIRECT
Function.......................................... 79
Using the Video or Other Units ............ 81
Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound
(Dual Mono)................................... 81
Enjoying the Radio ............................... 82
Using the Sleep Timer .......................... 85
Changing the Brightness of the Front
Panel Display.................................. 86
Returning to the Default Settings ......... 86
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Settings and Adjustments
Using the Setup Display........................87
Setting the Display or Sound Track
Language ........................................88
(LANGUAGE SETUP)
Settings for the Display......................... 88
(SCREEN SETUP)
Custom Settings .................................... 90
(CUSTOM SETUP)
Settings for the Speakers.......................92
(SPEAKER SETUP)
Quick Setup and Resetting the
System ............................................ 97
(SETUP)
Additional Information
Troubleshooting .................................... 98
Specifications ......................................101
Glossary ..............................................103
Index to Parts and Controls................. 107
Language Code List ............................ 112
DVD Setup Menu List ........................ 113
AMP Menu List .................................. 115
Index ................................................... 116
Quick Reference for Remote
Commander ...................... Back cover
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About This Manual

• The OSD (on-screen display) may vary depending on the country model.
• The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the controls on the system if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote.
• The following symbols are used in this manual.
Format of discs
CD-R/CD-RW (audio data) (MP3 files) (JPEG files)
The “DVD VIDEO” logo is a trademark.
Disc logo
Symbol Meaning
Functions available for DVD VIDEOs, DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs in video mode, and DVD+Rs/ DVD+RWs
Functions available in VIDEO CD mode
Functions available in CD mode
Functions available in Super Audio CD and Audio CD mode
Functions available for DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs containing MP3* audio tracks and JPEG image files)
* MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format
defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio data.

This System Can Play the Following Discs

Format of discs
DVD VIDEO
Super Audio CD
VIDEO CD
Disc logo

Terms for Discs

Title
The longest section of a picture or music feature on a DVD, movie, etc., in video software, or the entire album in audio software.
Chapter
Section of a picture or a music piece that is smaller than titles. A title is composed of several chapters. Depending on the disc, no chapters may be recorded.
Album
Section of a music piece or an image on a data CD containing MP3 audio tracks or JPEG files.
Track
Section of a picture or a music piece on a VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD, CD, or MP3.
Index (Super Audio CD, CD) / Video
Index (VIDEO CD)
A number that divides a track into sections to easily locate the point you want on a VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD, or CD. Depending on the disc, no indexes may be recorded.
Scene
On a VIDEO CD with PBC functions (page 45), the menu screens, moving pictures and still pictures are divided into sections called “scenes.”
File
Section of a picture on a data CD containing JPEG image files.
Audio CD
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Disc
DVD structure
VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD, or CD structure
MP3 structure
JPEG structure
Title
Chapter
Track
Index
Album
Track
Album
File
Disc
Disc
Disc
Note on PBC (Playback Control) (VIDEO CDs)
This system conforms to Ver. 1.1 and Ver. 2.0 of VIDEO CD standards. You can enjoy two kinds of playback depending on the disc type.
Disc type You can
VIDEO CDs without PBC functions (Ver. 1.1 discs)
VIDEO CDs with PBC functions (Ver. 2.0 discs)
Enjoy video playback (moving pictures) as well as music.
Play interactive software using menu screens displayed on the TV screen (PBC Playback), in addition to the video playback functions of Ver. 1.1 discs. Moreover, you can play high­resolution still pictures, if they are included on the disc.
About Multi Session CD
• This system can play Multi Session CDs when an MP3 audio track is contained in the first session. Any subsequent MP3 audio tracks recorded in later sessions can also be played back.
• This system can play Multi Session CDs when a JPEG image file is contained in the first session. Any subsequent JPEG image files recorded in later sessions can also be played back.
• If audio tracks and images in music CD format or video CD format are recorded in the first session, only the first session will be played back.
Region code
Your system has a region code printed on the back of the unit and will only play DVDs labeled with the same region code.
DVDs labeled will also play on this system.
ALL
If you try to play any other DVD, the message [Playback prohibited by area limitations.] will appear on the TV screen. Depending on the DVD, no region code indication may be given even though playing the DVD is prohibited by area restrictions.
Examples of discs that the system cannot play
The system cannot play the following discs:
• CD-ROMs (except for extension “.MP3,” “.JPG,” or “.JPEG”)
• CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those recorded in the following formats:
– audio CD format
– video CD format
– MP3/JPEG format that conforms to
ISO9660* Level 1/Level 2, or its extended format, Joliet
• Data part of CD-Extras
• DVD-ROMs
• DVD Audio discs
• DVD-RAMs
• Progressive JPEG file
* A logical format of files and folders on CD-ROMs,
defined by ISO (International Organization for standardization)
Do not load the following discs:
• A DVD with a different region code (page 8,
105).
• A disc that is neither standard nor circular (e.g., card, heart, or star shape).
• A disc with paper or stickers on it.
• A disc that has adhesive or cellophane tape still left on it.
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Notes about CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-RW/ DVD+R/DVD+RW
In some cases, CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-RW/ DVD+R/DVD+RW cannot be played on this player due to the recording quality or physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of the recording device and authoring software.
The disc will not play if it has not been correctly finalized. For more information, see the operating instructions for the recording device.
Note that discs created in the Packet Write format cannot be played.
Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies
This product is designed to play back discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
Recently, various music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies are marketed by some record companies. Please be aware that among those discs, there are some that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product.
Note on playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs
Some playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs may be intentionally set by software producers. Since this system plays DVDs and VIDEO CDs according to the disc contents the software producers designed, some playback features may not be available. Also, refer to the instructions supplied with the DVDs or VIDEO CDs.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
** Manufactured under license from Digital Theater
Systems, Inc. “DTS”, “DTS-ES”, and “DTS Digital Surround” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

Notes about 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.
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.
• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs.
This system can only play back a standard circular disc. Using neither standard nor circular discs (e.g., card, heart, or star shape) may cause a malfunction.
Do not use a disc that has a commercially available accessory attached, such as a label or ring.
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Guide to the Control Menu Display

Use the Control Menu to select a function that you would like to use. The Control Menu display appears when the DVD DISPLAY button is pressed. For details, refer to the page in parentheses.
Total number of Currently playing title number (VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD/CD: track number)
Currently playing chapter number (VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD/CD: index number)
Playing time
Icon of selected Control Menu item
Control Menu items
titles or tracks
recorded
Disc name or disc type
DVD
1 2 ( 2 7 ) TITLE 12
1 8 ( 3 4
T
1: ENGLISH
2: FRENCH
3: SPANISH
Currently playing title name
)
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
Total number of chapters or indexes recorded
Playback status (NPlayback, XPause, xStop, etc.)
DVD
Type of disc being played back
Current setting Options
Function name of selected Control Menu item
Operation message
SUBTITLE Select:
List of Control Menu Items
DISC Displays the disc name or the disc type inserted into the system.
TITLE (DVD only) (page 55)/ SCENE (only VIDEO CD in PBC playback) / TRACK (VIDEO CD only) (page 55)
CHAPTER (DVD only) (page 56)/ INDEX (VIDEO CD only) (page 56)
ALBUM (MP3 only) (page 47, 55) Selects the album (MP3) to be played.
TRACK (Super Audio CD/CD/ MP3 only) (page 47, 55)
INDEX (Super Audio CD/CD only) (page 56)
TIME (page 56) Checks the elapsed time and the remaining playback time.
AUDIO (DVD/VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD/CD/MP3 only) (page 62)
SUBTITLE (DVD only) (page 71) Displays the subtitles.
ENTER
Selects the title (DVD) or the track (VIDEO CD) to be played.
Displays the scene (VIDEO CD in PBC playback).
Selects the chapter (DVD) or the index (VIDEO CD) to be played.
Selects the track (Super Audio CD/CD/MP3) to be played.
Displays the index and selects the index (Super Audio CD) to be played.
Inputs the time code for picture and music searching.
Changes the audio setting.
Changes the subtitle language.
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ALBUM (JPEG only) (page 48) Selects the album (JPEG) to be played.
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FILE (JPEG only) (page 48) Selects the file (JPEG) to be played.
DATE (JPEG only) (page 61) Displays the date information.
ANGLE (DVD only) (page 70) Changes the angle.
PLAYMODE (VIDEO CD/Super
Audio CD/CD/MP3/JPEG only) (page 52)
REPEAT (page 53) Plays the entire disc (all titles/all tracks), one title/chapter/
CUSTOM PARENTAL
CONTROL (page 72)
Tips
• Each time you press DVD DISPLAY, the Control Menu display changes as follows:
Control Menu display
Selects the play mode.
track/album, or contents of program repeatedly.
Sets the disc to prohibit playing.
m
Control Menu display off
The Control Menu items vary, depending on the disc.
• The Control Menu icon indicator lights up in green t unless you set the [REPEAT] setting to
[OFF].
• The [ANGLE] indicator lights up in green when multiple angles are recorded on the disc.
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Getting Started

Unpacking

Check that you have the following items:
• Speakers (5)
• Subwoofer (1)
• Control unit (1)
• IR transmitter
• IR receiver
• IR receiver stand
• External receiver (1)
• Cover (S) (4)
• Cleaning cloth for the front panel (80 mm × 80 mm) (3.9 inches × 3.9 inches) (1)
• AM loop antenna (aerial) (1)
• FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)
• Video cord (1)
• Remote Commander (remote) RM-SP320 (1)
• Size AAA (R03) batteries (2)
• Operating Instructions
• Speakers - Connection and Installation (card) (1)
a)
The cords of the IR transmitter and IR receiver are for this system only. You cannot use a commercially available extension cord.
b)
Used when the IR receiver of the surround speaker (L) cannot receive infrared ray because of the position. For details, see “Using the IR receiver” (page 33).
a)b)
a)
(1)
(1)
b)
(1)
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Using the Remote

Inserting batteries into the remote
You can control the system using the supplied remote. Insert two size AAA (R03) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the center speaker.
Remove the cover.
Getting Started
Notes
• 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 light from the sun or lighting apparatus. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
• If you do not intend to use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
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About the remote sensor
Using the center speaker
Point the remote at the remote sensor on the center speaker.
TV
(remote sensor)
Center Speaker
Without using the center speaker
Point the remote at the remote sensor on the external receiver. Connect the external receiver to the REMOTE CONTROL jack of the subwoofer (page 110).
SubwooferRemote sensor
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VIDEO
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT ANTENNA
PB/CBPR/CRSCAN SELECT
Y
INTERLACESELECTABLE
VIDEO DIR-T1
VIDEO
IN
IN
AUDIO
AUDIO
IN
IN
OPTICAL DIGITAL IN
LL
RR
SAT
VIDEO
AM
FM 75
COAXIAL
SYSYTEM CONNECTOR
FRONT R CENTER FRONT L
IMPEDANCE USE 4
SPEAKER
S VIDEO (DVD ONLY)
MONITOR OUTPUT
PHONES
REMOTE CONTROL
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Step 1: Speaker System Hookup

Connect the supplied speaker system using the supplied speaker cords by matching the colors of the jacks to those of the cords. Do not connect any speakers other than those supplied with this system. To obtain the best possible surround sound, specify the speaker parameters (distance, level, etc.) on page 38.
Connecting the subwoofer
Connect the system connector of the control unit to the SYSTEM CONNECTOR jack of the subwoofer. To insert the plug of the SYSTEM CONNECTOR cord, press and hold both sides of the plug.
Subwoofer
VIDEO
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT ANTENNA
PB/CBPR/CRSCAN SELECT
Y
INTERLACESELECTABLE
VIDEO DIR-T1
IN
AUDIO
IN
SAT
AM
FRONT R
CENTER FRONT L
IMPEDANCE USE 4
SPEAKER
FM 75
COAXIAL
OPTICAL DIGITAL IN
R
SYSYTEM CONNECTOR
S VIDEO (DVD ONLY)
MONITOR OUTPUT
PHONES
REMOTE CONTROL
VIDEO
IN
AUDIO
IN
LL
R
VIDEO
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SYSTEM CONNECTOR cord
Control unit
Notes
• Do not handle the clear plastic panel when you move or operate the control unit as it may break.
• Before connecting/disconnecting the SYSTEM CONNECTOR cord, make sure the AC power cord (mains lead) is disconnected from the wall outlet (mains).
Required cords
Speaker cords
The connector and the color tube of the speaker cords are the same color as the label of the jacks to be connected.
(–) (+)
color tube
(–)
(+)
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Required equipments for the wireless system
IR transmitter
Transmits the sound by the infrared signals. Connect it to the DIR-T1 jack of the subwoofer.
Surround speaker (L)
The surround speaker (L) incorporates the IR receiver, which receives the sound from the IR transmitter and sends it to the surround speaker (R). Connect the surround speaker (R).
IR receiver
POWER
DIR-R3
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IR receiver
Used when the IR receiver of the surround speaker (L) cannot receive infrared signals because of the position. Connect to the DIR-R3 jack of the surround speaker (L). For details, see “Using the IR receiver” (page 33).
When using the IR receiver stand, attach the stand so that both delta marks on the IR receiver and stand are aligned.
IR receiver
Delta marks
IR receiver stand
Note
When you connect the IR receiver to the surround speaker (L), it takes priority over the IR receiver of the surround speaker (L).
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Terminals for connecting the speakers
Connect the To the
Front speakers SPEAKER FRONT L (white) and R (red) jacks of the system
Center speaker SPEAKER CENTER (green) jack and REMOTE CONTROL jack of the system
Surround speaker (R) SPEAKER SURR R (gray) jack of the surround speaker (L)
IR transmitter DIR-T1 (pink) jack of the system
Center speaker
Front speaker (R)
IR transmitter
Subwoofer
Surround speaker (R)
VIDEO
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT ANTENNA
PB/CBPR/CRSCAN SELECT
Y
S VIDEO (DVD ONLY)
MONITOR OUTPUT
PHONES
REMOTE
CONTROL
IR receiver Use when you do not use the IR receiver of the surround speaker (L) (page 33).
INTERLACESELECTABLE
VIDEO
VIDEO DIR-T1
IN
IN
AUDIO
AUDIO
IN
IN
OPTICAL DIGITAL IN
LL
R
R
SAT
VIDEO
AM
FM 75
COAXIAL
SYSYTEM CONNECTOR
FRONT R
CENTER FRONT L
IMPEDANCE USE 4
SPEAKER
Front speaker (L)
Surround speaker (L) with IR receiver
POWER
DIR-R3
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Tip
You can install the front speakers and the surround speakers on a wall using the optional kit (not supplied).
Notes on placing speakers
• Do not set the speakers in an inclined position.
• Do not place the speakers in locations that are:
– Extremely hot or cold
– Dusty or dirty
– Very humid
– Subject to vibrations
– Subject to direct sunlight
• Use caution when placing the subwoofer or tall speakers on a specially treated (waxed, oiled, polished, etc.) floor, as staining or discoloration may result.
• Do not lean or hang on the speaker, as the speaker may fall down.
Notes on placing IR transmitter and surround speaker (L) (or IR receiver)
• Do not install the surround speaker (L) (or IR receiver) in a place exposed to direct sunlight or strong light such as an incandescent lamp.
• The cords of the IR transmitter and IR receiver are for this system only. You cannot use a commercially available extension cord.
Tip for the surround speaker (L)
You can swap the surround speaker (L) and (R) positions, depending on the wall outlet and speaker layout (page 31).
Note
Do not catch the speaker cable insulation in the SPEAKER jack.
Tip
Connect the speaker cable after bending the speaker wire at the end of the insulation. This prevents the speaker cable from being caught in the SPEAKER jack.
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To avoid short-circuiting the speakers
Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage the system. To prevent this, be sure to follow these precautions when connecting the speakers. Make sure the bare wire of each speaker cord does not touch another speaker jack or the bare wire of another speaker cord.
Examples of poor conditions of the speaker cord
Stripped speaker cord is touching another speaker terminal.
After connecting all the components, speakers, and AC power cord (mains lead), output a test tone to check that all the speakers are connected correctly. For details on outputting a test tone, see page 93. If no sound is heard from a speaker while outputting a test tone, or a test tone is output from a speaker other than the one currently displayed in the front panel display, the speaker may be short-circuited. If this happens, check the speaker connection again.
Notes
• Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate terminal on the components: 3 to 3, and # to #. If the cords
are reversed, the sound will lack bass and may be distorted.
• If you connect the speaker cord incorrectly or turn up the volume in a state of a short circuit, the standby indicator flashes and the system enters standby mode. In this case, disconnect and then reconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (mains), and then turn the system on.
Stripped cords are touching each other due to excessive removal of insulation.
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To change the speaker cables
If you want to use a different speaker cable, you can detach the plug for attachment to another cable.
Detaching
Catcher
With the catcher facing down, press and hold the plug down against a flat surface and remove the cords from plug.
Attaching
While pressing the plug down against a flat surface, insert the new speaker cords. Note that the cord marked with a line should be attached to the minus (-) side of the plug.
Notes
• Be careful not to damage the surface you use (desk, etc.) when attaching/detaching the speaker cords.
• When using the subwoofer cord, note that the two outside black cords or the cords marked with letters are negative.
(–)
(–) (+)
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(+)
(–)
• If you connect the subwoofer cord incorrectly or turn up the volume in a state of a short circuit, the standby indicator flashes and the system enters standby mode. In this case, disconnect and then reconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (mains), and then turn the system on.
Tips
• You can use any commercially sold speaker cable of gauge cord AWG #18 - AWG #22.
• Before attaching a new cable, strip off 10 mm (13/32 in.) of its insulation and twist the bare wires of both cords.
10 mm
(–)
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About the wireless system
This wireless system adopts the Digital Infrared Audio Transmission system (page 103). The following diagram indicates the infrared transmission area (the range that the infrared rays can reach).
When using the IR receiver of the surround speaker (L)
Top view
10 10
IR transmitter
When using the IR
Top view
10 10
IR transmitter
Notes
Infrared signal
Approx. 10m (33 ft)
Surround speaker (L)
receiver
Infrared signal
Approx. 10m (33 ft)
IR receiver
Side view
IR transmitter
Side view
IR transmitter
IR receiver
Infrared signal
10 10
Approx. 10m (33 ft)
Surround speaker (L)
Infrared signal
10 10
Approx. 10m
IR receiver
(33 ft)
• Do not install the surround speaker (L) (or IR receiver) in a place exposed to direct sunlight or strong light such as an incandescent lamp.
• Do not use the surround speaker (L) (or IR receiver) that is not supplied with the system.
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Step 2: Antenna (Aerial) Hookups

Connect the supplied AM/FM antennas (aerials) for listening to the radio.
Terminals for connecting the antennas (aerials)
Connect the To the
AM loop antenna (aerial) AM terminals
FM wire antenna (aerial) FM 75Ω COAXIAL jack
AM loop antenna (aerial)
VIDEO
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT ANTENNA
PB/CBPR/CRSCAN SELECT
Y
S VIDEO (DVD ONLY)
MONITOR OUTPUT
PHONES
REMOTE
CONTROL
FM wire antenna (aerial)
INTERLACESELECTABLE
VIDEO
VIDEO DIR-T1
IN
IN
AUDIO
AUDIO
IN
IN
OPTICAL
DIGITAL IN
LL
R
R
SAT
VIDEO
AM
FM 75
COAXIAL
SYSYTEM CONNECTOR
FRONT R
CENTER FRONT L
IMPEDANCE USE 4
SPEAKER
Getting Started
Notes
• To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna (aerial) away from the system and other components.
• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial).
• After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial), keep it as horizontal as possible.
Tip
When you connect the supplied AM loop antenna (aerial), the cord (A) and the cord (B) can be connected in either terminal.
AM
A
B
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Tip
If you have poor FM reception, use a 75-ohms coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the system to an outdoor FM antenna (aerial) as shown below.
Outdoor FM antenna (aerial)
ANTENNA
System
AM
FM 75
COAXIAL
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Step 3: TV and Video Component Hookups

Required cords
Video cord for connecting a TV
Yellow
Audio/video cords (not supplied)
When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded sleeves to the appropriate jacks on the components.
Yellow (Video) White (L/audio) Red (R/audio)
Terminals for connecting video components
Connect the To the
TV (VIDEO IN) MONITOR OUTPUT (VIDEO) jack
VCR (VIDEO/AUDIO OUT) VIDEO (VIDEO IN/AUDIO IN (L/R)) jacks
Digital satellite receiver (VIDEO/AUDIO OUT)
Notes
• The video signal is output as below:
– When [COMPONENT OUT] is set to [INTERLACE] in [SCREEN SETUP] (page 89) (default)
The video signal is output from the S VIDEO and VIDEO jacks of MONITOR OUTPUT.
– When [COMPONENT OUT] is set to [PROGRESSIVE] in [SCREEN SETUP] (page 89)
The video signal is output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks only.
• When you connect a VCR or digital satellite receiver to the VIDEO/SAT jacks of the subwoofer, change the function to VIDEO or SAT (page 81).
• The S VIDEO jack and COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks output video signals only when DVD is selected (by pressing FUNCTION repeatedly until “DVD” appears in the front panel display).
Tips
• When using the S video jack instead of the video jacks, your TV monitor must also be connected via an S video jack. S video signals are on a separate bus from the video signals and will not be output through the video jacks.
• When using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (Y, PB/CB, PR/CR) instead of the video jacks, your TV monitor must also be connected via COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (Y, PB /CB, PR/CR). If your TV accepts progressive format signals, you must use this connection and set [COMPONENT OUT] to [PROGRESSIVE] in [SCREEN SETUP] (page 89).
SAT (VIDEO IN/AUDIO IN (L/R)) jacks or OPTICAL DIGITAL IN jack
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TV with S VIDEO IN jack
TV
R
INTERLACESELECTABLE
OPTICAL DIGITAL IN
INPUTINPUT
VIDEO
IN
IN
AM
FM 75
COAXIAL
SYSYTEM CONNECTOR
OUTOUT
OPTICAL
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
L
R
DIGITAL
OUT
FRONT R
CENTER FRONT L
IMPEDANCE USE 4
SPEAKER
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN
Y
PB/CB
PR/CR
IN
S VIDEO
IN
IN
VIDEO
S VIDEO (DVD ONLY)
MONITOR OUTPUT
PHONES
REMOTE
CONTROL
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT ANTENNA
PB/CBPR/CRSCAN SELECT
Y
VIDEO
VIDEO DIR-T1
IN
IN
AUDIO
AUDIO
IN
IN
LL
R
SAT
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
L
R
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TV, VCR, etc. Digital satellite receiver or
PlayStation 2 etc.
TV with COMPONENT
VIDEO IN jack
Notes
• Make connections securely to prevent unwanted noise.
• Refer to the instructions supplied with the TV.
• The system cannot output an audio signal to the connected TV. Only the audio signal of the TV is output from the system speakers.
If you connect a digital satellite receiver with an OPTICAL OUT jack
The digital satellite receiver can be connected to the SAT OPTICAL DIGITAL IN jack instead of the SAT AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks of the system. The system can accept both the digital and analogue signals. Digital signals have priority over analogue signals. If the digital signal ceases, the analogue signal will be processed after 2 seconds.
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If you connect a digital satellite receiver without an OPTICAL OUT jack
Connect the digital satellite receiver to the SAT AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks only of the system.
To listen to TV, VCR or game machine (e.g., PlayStation 2) sound with the system
Connect the audio output jacks of the TV, VCR or game machine to the VIDEO AUDIO IN (L/R) or SAT AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks of the system with audio cords (not supplied).
To change the color system (PAL or NTSC)*
* Asian, Australian, and Saudi Arabian models only.
Depending on the TV to be connected, you may be required to select either PAL or NTSC of the system. The initial setting of the system for Australian and Saudi Arabian models is PAL. The initial setting of the system for Asian models is NTSC.
If the color system of the TV is PAL
To set the system to PAL from NTSC:
1 Press AMP MENU. 2 Press X/x repeatedly until “Customize” appears in the front panel display, then press ENTER or
c.
The system enters the Customize Menu mode.
3 Press X/x repeatedly until “Color System Change” appears in the front panel display, then press
ENTER or c.
“Color System Change No” is displayed.
4 Press X/x to select “Color System Change Yes”. 5 Press ENTER.
Note
When the function is DVD, it takes a while until the images on the TV appears.
If the color system of the TV is NTSC
Do the same operation above to set the system to NTSC from PAL.
Getting Started
When connecting to a standard 4:3 screen TV
Depending on the disc, the image may not fit your TV screen. If you want to change the aspect ratio, please refer to page 88.
Does your TV accept progressive signals?
Progressive is the method for displaying TV images which reduces flickering, and sharpens the image. To display using this method, you need to connect to a TV that accepts progressive signals and set the output signal of COMPONENT VIDEO OUT to the progressive format. For details, see “To set to [PROGRESSIVE]” on page 89.
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If your TV does not accept progressive signals and progressive format is set by mistake
The image may not appear, or will appear distorted. In this case, set the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/ SCAN SELECT switch on the rear panel of the subwoofer to INTERLACE.
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Connect to a TV with audio output jacks
TV, VCR, etc.
Digital satellite receiver, PlayStation 2, etc.
Getting Started
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
1
L
R
VIDEO
S VIDEO (DVD ONLY)
MONITOR OUTPUT
PHONES
REMOTE CONTROL
or
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT ANTENNA
PB/CBPR/CRSCAN SELECT
Y
VIDEO
AUDIO
LL
R
VIDEO
IN
IN
VIDEO DIR-T1
IN
AUDIO
IN
DIGITAL IN
R
SAT
INTERLACESELECTABLE
OPTICAL
AM
FRONT R
FM 75
COAXIAL
SYSYTEM CONNECTOR
CENTER FRONT L
IMPEDANCE USE 4
SPEAKER
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
1
2
OPTICAL
L
DIGITAL
OUT
R
Connect the AUDIO OUT (L/R) jacks (1) to the VIDEO or SAT AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks of this subwoofer with audio cords (not supplied). If your TV does not have the AUDIO OUT (L/R) jacks, you cannot output the TV sound from the speakers of this subwoofer. If your TV has an OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT jack (2), connect to the SAT OPTICAL DIGITAL IN jack of this subwoofer using an optical digital cord (not supplied).
Tip
Select either VIDEO or SAT, according to the TV connection, by pressing FUNCTION repeatedly (page 68).
To enjoy TV sound from all speakers
When you want to output the TV sound or stereo sound of a 2 channel source from the 6 speakers, select any sound field other than “Auto Format Direct Auto” or “2Channel Stereo” (page 64).
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Step 4: Connecting the AC Power Cords (Mains Leads) and Powering On

Before connecting the AC power cords (mains leads) of the subwoofer and the surround speaker (L) to a wall outlet (mains), connect the front and center speakers to the subwoofer and surround speaker (R) to the surround speaker (L) (see page 18).
Powering the control unit on
After powering the control unit on, initialization begins. During initialization, do not touch the front panel display. Press "/1 on the control unit or the remote, or insert a disc to turn the system on.
"/1
FUNCTION
+
VOL.
-
Front panel display
Note
During initialization, an animation appears on the front panel display for about 5 seconds. Each time the system turns on, initialization begins.
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+
VOL.
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Front panel display

Step 5: Adjusting the Wireless System

After connecting the speakers, IR transmitter, and the AC power cords (mains leads), adjust the wireless system for good transmission.
POWER/ ON LINE indicator
IR receiver
POWER
POWER
DIR-R3
1 Press POWER on the surround
speaker (L) to turn on.
The system and surround speaker (L) turn on and the POWER/ON LINE indicator turns red.
2 Orient the IR transmitter and the IR
receiver of the surround speaker (L) to face each other.
Adjust the position until the POWER/ON LINE indicator turns green.
Tip
The IR transmitter is movable for easy reorientation.
Notes
• Make sure that there is no obstruction such as a person or object between the IR transmitter and the IR receiver of the surround speaker (L). Otherwise, the sound from the surround speakers may be interrupted.
• If the POWER/ON LINE indicator turns red, the transmission is incomplete. Adjust the position of the IR transmitter and surround speaker (L) until the POWER/ON LINE indicator turns green.
• If the POWER/ON LINE indicator flashes in red, the IR receiver of the surrou nd speaker (L) is receiving an infrared signal from another Sony’s wireless product. Move the IR transmitter and/or the surround speaker (L) so that the POWER/ON LINE indicator turns green.
When placing the surround speaker (L) in the (R) position
Depending on the location of the wall outlet (mains), you can also place the surround speaker (L) (with the IR receiver) in the (R) position if necessary.
1 Press AMP MENU. 2 Press X/x repeatedly until “Customize”
appears in the front panel display, then press ENTER or c. The system enters the Customize Menu mode.
3 Press X/x repeatedly until “Surround
Speaker Reverse” appears in the front panel display, then press ENTER or c.
4 Press X/x repeatedly until the item you want
to set appears in the front panel display.
xReverse Off SL SR (default) Sets the surround speaker (L) (with the IR receiver) in the (L) position.
xReverse On SR SL Sets the surround speaker (L) (with the IR receiver) in the (R) position.
5 Press AMP MENU.
Turns off the AMP menu.
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Example for installation
Position the IR transmitter and surround speaker (L) as illustrated. Install the IR transmitter and IR receiver of the surround speaker (L) in direct line with each other, and adjust the orientation of the IR transmitter and surround speaker (L) until the POWER/ON LINE indicator turns green.
Top view
IR transmitter
IR receiver of the surround speaker
Front speaker (L)
Subwoofer
Surround speaker (L)
Center speaker
TV
Listening position
Front speaker (R)
Surround speaker (R)
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Using the IR receiver
Depending on the speaker layout (i.e. when placing the surround speaker (L) toward the listening position, etc.), or when there is an obstruction, such as a person or object between the IR transmitter and the IR receiver of the surround speaker (L), you can use the external IR receiver (supplied) instead. The IR receiver is compact and easy to install.
To connect the IR receiver
Connect the cord of the IR receiver to the DIR-R3 jack of the surround speaker (L).
POWER
IR receiver
Notes
• After connecting, the IR receiver is activated and the IR receiver of the surround speaker (L) is not activated automatically.
• When using the IR receiver, install it following the guidelines of the IR receiver of the surround speaker (L).
DIR-R3
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Hanging the IR transmitter and IR receiver on a wall
You can hang the IR transmitter and IR receiver on a wall when:
– there is an obstruction between the IR transmitter and the IR receiver.
– people often pass between the IR transmitter and the IR receiver.
When hanging both the IR transmitter and IR receiver, adjust the position of the IR transmitter after deciding the position of the IR receiver.
To hang the IR receiver on a wall
1 Install a commercially available screw
in the wall so that it protrudes 4 mm (0.19 inches).
4 mm (0.19 inches)
To hang the IR transmitter on a wall
1 Rotate the stand of the IR transmitter.
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Stand
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2 Detach the IR receiver stand and hang
it via hole on the rear side of the IR receiver on the screw.
Make sure that the IR receiver does not move after installation.
IR receiver
IR receiver stand
Tip
When reattaching the IR receiver stand to the IR receiver, attach the stand so that both delta marks on the IR receiver and stand are aligned (page 17).
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2 Install 2 commercially available screws
in the wall so that it protrudes 4 mm (0.19 inches).
Install the screws 30 mm (1.46 inches) apart.
30 mm (1.46 inches)
4 mm (0.19 inches)
3 Hang the IR transmitter via hole on the
bottom of the stand on the screw.
Make sure that the IR transmitter does not move after installation.
IR transmitter
Stand
Tip
You can store the cords in the troughs in the bottom of the stand.
Stand
Notes
• Use screws suitable for the material and strength of the wall.
• Do not install the IR transmitter or IR receiver to a wall of low strength.
• Sony is not lia ble for any damage or accident incurred by incorrect installation (i.e. low strength wall, etc.), incorrect use of this product, or natural disaster.
• When connecting/disconnecting cords, detach the IR transmitter or IR receiver from the wall first.
Getting Started
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Step 6: Performing the Quick Setup

After completing the first 4 steps, make initial settings using the Quick Setup. You can set the initial setting of [LANGUAGE SETUP], [ROOM SIZE], [LISTENING POSITION], and [TV TYPE] step by step. After performing the Quick Setup, the system is ready for playing back of movies, music CDs, etc. To perform further speakers settings, see “Settings for the Speakers” on page 92.
How to use the Quick Setup
"/1
FUNCTION
C/X/x/c/
ENTER
DVD SETUP
Number buttons
With cover opened.
O RETURN
CLEAR
1 Turn on your TV. 2 Switch the input selector on the TV to
this system.
3 Press "/1. 4 Press FUNCTION to select “DVD.”
The guide message appears on the TV screen.
Note
When a disc is in the system, the guide message does not appear on the TV screen.
5 Press ENTER.
[LANGUAGE SETUP] appears.
LANGUAGE SETUP
Notes
• The selectable language is different depending on the area.
• The language you select in [LANGUAGE SETUP] is also used for [OSD], [DVD MENU], and [SUBTITLE] (page 88).
• Depending on the area, [Others t] appears on the language list. In this case, you can select the desired language for [DVD MENU] and [SUBTITLE] from the “Language Code List” (page 112). Select [Others t] using X/x, then press ENTER.
ENGLISH FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH ITALIANO ESPAÑOL NEDERLANDS DANSK SVENSKA SUOMI PORTUGUÉS
6 Select a language using X/x, then
press ENTER. (When you select a language from the language code list, select the code number using the number buttons, then press ENTER.)
Setting is selected and [ROOM SIZE] appears.
ROOM SIZE
FRONT:
m
SMALL
1 . 6
SURROUND:
m
1 . 6
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7 Select a suitable room size from
[SMALL], [MEDIUM], or [LARGE] using
X/x, then press ENTER.
Setting is selected and [LISTENING POSITION] appears.
LISTENING POSITION
FRONT:
m
1 . 6
SURROUND:
m
1 . 6
The [LISTENING POSITION] number you can select varies, depending on the [ROOM SIZE] setting.
[SMALL]: Three positions [MEDIUM]: Four positions [LARGE]: Five positions
8 Select a suitable listening position
using
X/x, then press ENTER.
Setting is selected and [TV TYPE] appears.
TV TYPE
4 : 316 : 9
Notes
• When you press CLEAR in guide message, the message disappears. When you need to change settings, select [QUICK] from [SETUP] in Setup Display (page 97).
• When you select [4:3] in [TV TYPE], [4:3 LETTER BOX] is selected (page 88).
• The distance and level of each speaker will be set automatically according to the selection of [ROOM SIZE] and [LISTENING POSITION] (page 92).
• If you want to change each setting, see “Using the Setup Display” on page 87.
• The illustrations displayed for [ROOM SIZE] and [LISTENING POSITION] are only examples and may differ from the actual room size and layout. The settings for [SPEAKER SETUP] (page 92) do not appear on these displays.
Getting Started
9 Select the TV type to connect to the
system using
The Quick Setup is complete. When the Quick Setup is completed, the
settings are saved and the guide message will not appear the next time you turn on the system.
If you make a mistake
Press O RETURN, then select the item again.
To quit the Quick Setup
Press DVD SETUP in any step.
C/c, then press ENTER.
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Speaker Setup

Positioning the speakers
For the best possible surround sound, all the speakers other than the subwoofer should be the same distance from the listening position (A). However, this system allows you to place the center speaker up to 1.6 meters the surround speakers up to 4.6 meters (C) to the listening position. The front speakers can be placed from 1.0 to
7.0 meters
c)
(A) from the listening position.
North American numerical equivalents: a) 5 feet (1.5 meters) b) 15 feet (4.5 meters) c) 3 to 23 feet (0.9 to 6.9 meters)
Place speakers as illustrated below
Note
Do not place the center and surround speakers farther away from the listening position than the front speakers.
a)
closer (B) and
b)
closer
About magnetically shielded speakers (to prevent color irregularity occurring on the TV screen)
The subwoofer in this system is magnetically shielded to prevent magnetic leakage. However, some leakage may occur, as a high-strength magnet is employed. If the subwoofer is used with a CRT-based TV or projector, install the subwoofer at least 0.3 meter (1ft) from the TV set. If it is installed too close, color irregularity may occur on the screen. If color irregularity occurs, turn off the TV set once, then turn it on after 15 to 30 minutes. If color irregularity occurs again, place the subwoofer farther away from the TV set. If color irregularity still occurs after performing the above, make sure that no magnetic object is placed near the subwoofer. Color irregularity may occur as a result of interaction between the subwoofer and the magnetic object. Examples of possible sources of magnetic interference include: magnetic latches on a TV stand, etc., healthcare devices, toys, etc.
Specifying the speaker parameters
To obtain the best possible surround sound, first specify the distance of the speakers from your listening position, then set the level and balance. Use the test tone to adjust the speaker level and balance to the same level. Select [SPEAKER SETUP] in the setup display. For details, see “Settings for the Speakers” (page 92).
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Adjusting the height of the front speakers and the surround speakers
When adjusting the speaker height, lay the speaker horizontal and have plenty of soft cushioning around it to prevent damage in the event that the speaker should fall.
1 Remove the back cover.
3 Adjust the speaker slowly with the
attached tape in place to prevent the speaker cord (and the AC power cord (mains lead) of the surround speaker (L)) from being pinched between the speaker and the pole.
Do not pull the speaker cord too strongly, or the speaker cord will separate from the speaker.
e.g., the surround speaker (L)
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2 Remove the cover and the two inner
stoppers. (Although there are three stoppers inside the pole, note that the stopper close to the plate should stay attached.)
e.g., the surround speaker (L)
4 Attach the cover (S) and slide the
speaker until it stops.
e.g., the surround speaker (L)
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5 Attach the back cover.
Notes
• To prevent the speaker falling, keep the speaker horizontal while adjusting the height.
• If you take off the speaker cord, slide the speaker contrary in step 3. Next, unfasten the stopper and remove the speaker. Then attach the speaker cord and adjust the height of the speaker.
Adjusting the angle of the center speaker
You can set the angle by adjusting the screws.
Screws
Tip
You can install the front speakers and the surround speakers on a wall using the optional kit (not supplied).
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Playing Discs

Playing Discs

Depending on the DVD or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the operation details supplied with your disc.
Disc slot
Z
"/1
Standby indicator
1 Turn on your TV. 2 Switch the input selector on the TV to
this system.
3 Press "/1 on the system.
The system turns on. Unlees the mode of the system is set to “DVD,” press FUNCTION on the remote or touch the Touch Panel Sensor (page 43) to select “DVD.” “No Disc” appears in the front panel display and the system is ready for loading the disc.
4 Load a disc.
Push the disc into the disc slot until the disc is pulled in automatically. The disc is drawn into the system automatically and “Reading” appears in the front panel display.
Labeled side facing to the front
Playing Discs
VIDEO
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT ANTENNA
PB/CBPR/CRSCAN SELECT
Y
S VIDEO (DVD ONLY)
VIDEO
MONITOR OUTPUT
IN
AUDIO
IN
PHONES
LL REMOTE CONTROL
R
VIDEO
Connect headphones
Z
H
VIDEO DIR-T1
IN
AUDIO
IN
SAT
INTERLACESELECTABLE
AM
CENTER FRONT L
FRONT R
IMPEDANCE USE 4
SPEAKER
FM 75
COAXIAL
OPTICAL DIGITAL IN
R
SYSYTEM CONNECTOR
5 Press H on the remote or touch the
Touch Panel Sensor (page 43).
The system starts playback (continuous play).
Adjust the volume on the remote or the Touch Panel Sensor (page 43).
After following Step 5
"/1
FUNCTION
x
Depending on the disc, a menu may appear on the TV screen. You can play the disc interactively by following the instructions on the menu. (DVD: page 45), (VIDEO CD: page 45).
To remove the disc
Adjust the volume
Press Z. Remove the disc after it is ejected from the system. “No Disc” appears in the front panel display.
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To turn on the system
Press "/1 on the system. The system turns on. In standby mode, the system also turns on by loading a disc.
To turn off the system
Press "/1. The system enters standby mode and the standby indicator lights up in red. To turn off the system completely, remove the AC power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (mains). While playing a disc, do not turn off the system by pressing "/1. Doing so may cancel the menu settings. When you turn off the system, first press x to stop playback and then press "/1.
Additional operations
Z
./>
H
X x
MUTING
VOL +/–
To save the power in standby mode
Press "/1 while the system turns on (the standby indicator on the system lights up).
To cancel standby mode
Press "/1 once.
To Press
Stop x Pause* X Resume play after pause X or H
Go to the next chapter, track, scene, or file in continuous play mode
Go back to the preceding chapter, track, scene, or file in continuous play mode
Stop play and remove the disc
Mute the sound MUTING. To cancel
* You cannot pause during JPEG playback.
Notes
• If there is no dis c in the system, “No Disc” appears on the front panel display.
• If DVD playback is paused for approximately one hour, the system automatically turns off.
Tip
If a DVD has more than two titles, you cannot go to the next title or go back to the preceding title by pressing . or >. These buttons work only within a single title. If you want to go to the next title or go back to preceding title, press DVD TOP MENU or DVD MENU and then select the title you want to go to from the control menu.
>
.
Z
muting, press it again or VOL + to adjust the sound volume.
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Operating by the Touch Panel Sensor

You can also operate the system by touching the Touch Panel Sensor on the control unit. Before using the Touch Panel Sensor, perform steps 1 to 4 in “Playing Discs” (page 41) or steps 1 to 8 in “Presetting Radio Stations” (page 82).
Normal display
FUNCTION
Notes
• Do not handle the clear plastic panel when you move or operate the control unit as it may break.
• Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as benzine, acetone, or alcohol as surface damage may occur.
Playing Discs
DVD
TITLE
1
0.01.11
To Touch
Go to the function selection display
Go to the volume adjustment display/Turn up the volume
Go to the volume adjustment display/Turn down the volume
Go to the selection display/Go to the next chapter, track, scene, file in continuous play mode, or preset radio station
Go to the selection display/Go to the preceding chapter, track, scene, file in continuous play mode, or preset radio station
Stop the disc x
Play the disc/Pause the disc/ Resume play after pause the disc
FUNCTION*
VOL. +
VOL. –
>
.
u
+
VOL.
-
* Each time you touch the Touch Panel Sensor
FUNCTION, the mode of the system changes in the following sequence: FM t AM t VIDEO t SAT t DVD t FM...
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Resuming Playback from the Point Where You Stopped the Disc

(Resume Play)

When you stop a 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 enters standby mode by pressing "/1.
Tip
To play from the beginning of the disc, press x twice, then press H.
H
x
1 While playing a disc, press x to stop
playback.
“Resume” appears in the front panel display, so you can restart the disc from the point where you stopped the disc. If “Resume” does not appear, Resume Play is not available.
2 Press H.
The system starts playback from the point where you stopped the disc in Step 1.
Notes
• You cannot perform Resume Play during Shuffle Play or Program Play.
• Depending on where you stop the disc, the system may not resume playback from exactly the same point.
• The point where you stopped playing is cleared if:
– you change the play mode.
– you change the setting on the Setup Menu.
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GB

Using the DVD’s Menu

Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC Functions (Ver. 2.0)

A DVD is divided into a lot of sections, which make up a picture or music feature. These sections are called “titles.” When you play a DVD which contains several titles, you can select the title you want using DVD TOP MENU/ALBUM–. When you play DVDs that allow you to select items such as the subtitle language and sound language, select these items using DVD MENU/ ALBUM+.
DVD TOP MENU/ ALBUM–
C/X/x/c/
ENTER
Number buttons
With cover opened.
DVD MENU/ ALBUM+
1 Press DVD TOP MENU/ALBUM– or DVD
MENU/ALBUM+.
The disc’s menu appears on the TV screen. The contents of the menu vary from disc to disc.
2 Press C/X/x/c or the number buttons to
select the item you want to play or change.
3 Press ENTER.
Note
If the DVD top menu or a DVD menu is displayed during DVD playback for approximately one hour, the system automatically turns off.

(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 VIDEO CDs interactively by following the menu on the TV screen.
./>
H
X/x/
ENTER
Number buttons
With cover opened.
x
O RETURN
1 Start playing a VIDEO CD with PBC
functions.
The menu for your selection appears.
2 Select the item number you want by
pressing X/x or the number buttons.
3 Press ENTER. 4 Follow the instructions in the menu for
interactive operations.
Refer to the operation details supplied with the disc, as the operating procedure may differ, depending on the VIDEO CD.
To go back to the menu
Press O RETURN.
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Notes
• Depending on the VIDEO CD, the menu does not appear in Step 1.
• Depending on the VIDEO CD, “Press ENTER” in Step 3 may appear as “Press SELECT” in the instructions supplied with the disc. In this case, press H.
Tip
To play without using PBC, press ./> or the number buttons while the system is stopped to select a track, then press H or ENTER.
“Play without PBC” appears on the TV screen and the system starts continuous play. You cannot play still pictures such as a menu. To return to PBC playback, press x twice, then press H.

Playing an MP3 Audio Track

You can play MP3 audio tracks on CD-ROMs, CD-Rs, or CD-RWs. However, the discs must be recorded according to ISO9660 level 1, level 2, or Joliet format for the system to recognize the tracks. You can also play discs recorded in Multi Session. See the instructions of the CD-R/RW device or recording software (not supplied) for details on the recording format.
1 Load a data disc recorded in MP3 into
the system.
2 Press H.
The system starts to play the first MP3 audio track in the first album on the disc.
Notes
• The system can play MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer3) audio. The system cannot play audio tracks in MP3PRO format.
• This system can play Multi Session CDs when an MP3 audio track is located in the first session. Any subsequent MP3 audio tracks, recorded in the later sessions, can also be played back.
• Maximum number of albums on a disc: 99 (The maximum number of MP3 audio tracks that can be contained on an album is 250.)
• An album that does not include an MP3 audio track is skipped.
• If you put the extension “.MP3” to data not in MP3 format, the system cannot recognize the data properly and will generate a loud noise which could damage your speaker system.
• If the system cannot play MP3, set [DATA CD PRIORITY] to [MP3] in the [CUSTOM SETUP] setting (page 91).
• The system can play to a depth of 8 directories, including a root directory.
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Selecting an album and track
DVD TOP MENU/ ALBUM–
DVD DISPLAY
DVD MENU/ ALBUM+
C/X/x/c/
ENTER O RETURN
1 Press DVD DISPLAY.
The Control Menu and name of the MP3 data disc appears.
2 Press X/x to select (ALBUM)
then press ENTER or c.
The list of albums contained in the disc appears.
HOME TOWN
ROCK BEST HIT KARAOKE JAZZ R&B MY FAVORITE SONGS CLASSICAL SALSA OF CUBA BOSSANOVA
MP3
3 Select an album you want to play using
X/x and press ENTER.
4 Select (TRACK) using X/x
and press ENTER.
The list of tracks contained in the current album appears.
HOME TOWN
ROCK BEST HIT
HIGHWAY1.
2.
VIEW POINT
3.
MY CHILDREN
4.
DANCING
5.
GOOD TASTE
6.
DESTINATION
7.
MARATHON
8.
PLACE-KICK
9.
TAKE IT EASY
10.
PORT TOWER
11.
STANDARD
MP3
When the list of all tracks or albums cannot be displayed on the window, the jump bar appears. Press c to select the jump bar icon, and then scroll the jump bar to display the rest of the list using X/x. Press C or O RETURN to return to the track or the album list.
5 Select a track using X/x and press
ENTER.
The selected track starts playing.
To return to the previous display
Press O RETURN or C.
To turn off the display
Press DVD DISPLAY.
Notes
• Only alphabetical letters and numbers can be used for album or track names. Anything else is displayed as “ ”.
• If the MP3 file you play back has an ID3 tag, the ID3 tag information is displayed as a track name.
• ID3 tag applies only to version 1.
• If an MP3 file of VBR (variable bit rate) is played, indicated elapsed time may be different from the actual time.
• Until playing the disc or selecting an album in step 2, album name is displayed as “**ALBUM” (** refers to a number) in the Control Menu, after which the album name is displayed.
Tip
When an MP3 data disc is inserted, you can select an album using the DVD MENU/ALBUM+ or DVD TOP MENU/ALBUM– on the remote.
Playing Discs
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GB

Playing JPEG Image Files

Selecting an album and file
You can play JPEG image files on CD-ROMs, CD-Rs, or CD-RWs. However, the discs must be recorded according to ISO9660 level 1, level 2 or Joliet format for the system to recognize the files. You can also play discs recorded in Multi Session. See the instructions of the CD-R/RW device or recording software (not supplied) for details on the recording format.
1 Load a data disc recorded in JPEG into
the system.
2 Press H.
The system starts to play the first JPEG image file in the first album on the disc.
Notes
• The system can play the extension “.JPG” or “.JPEG.”
• The system can play Multi Session CDs.
• An album that does not include a JPEG file is skipped.
• If the system cannot play JPEG, set [DATA CD PRIORITY] to [JPEG] in the [CUSTOM SETUP] setting (page 91).
• A JPEG image file of a length or width of more than 4,720 dots cannot be played.
• A JPEG image file with a high width to length ratio cannot be displayed.
• Some CD-Rs or CD-RWs cannot be played on this system depending on file format.
• The system can play to a depth of 8 directories, including a root directory.
• Progressive JPEG image files cannot be played on this system.
• Maximum number of albums on a disc: 99 (The maximum number of JPEG image files that can be contained on an album is 250.)
Tip
When you go to the next file or to go back to the previous file, press . or >.
DVD TOP MENU/ ALBUM–
DVD DISPLAY
DVD MENU/ ALBUM+
C/X/x/c/
ENTER O RETURN
1 Press DVD DISPLAY.
The Control Menu and name of the JPEG data disc appears.
2 Press X/x to select (ALBUM)
then press ENTER or c.
The list of albums contained in the disc appears.
MOUNTAIN
FAMILY FLOWER GARDEN TRAIN CAR
JPEG
3 Select an album you want to play using
X/x and press ENTER.
4 Select (FILE) using X/x and
press ENTER.
The list of files contained in the current album appears.
MOUNTAIN
FAMILY
HAPPY1.
2.
BIRTHDAY
3.
CELEBRATION
4.
CHRISTMAS
5.
MOM
6.
BASEBALL
7.
PARTY
8.
DAD
9.
TRAVEL
10.
FRIEND
11.
DRIVE
JPEG
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When the list of all files or albums cannot be displayed on the window, the jump bar appears. Press c to select the jump bar icon, and then scroll the jump bar to display the rest of the list using X/x. Press C or O RETURN to return to the file or the album list.
5 Select a file using X/x and press
ENTER.
The selected file starts playing.
To return to the previous display
Press O RETURN or C.
To turn off the display
Press DVD DISPLAY.
Notes
• Only alphabetical letters and numbers can be used for album or file names. Anything else is displayed as “ ”.
• Until playing the disc or selecting an album in step 2, album name is displayed as “**ALBUM” (** refers to a number) in the Control Menu, after which the album name is displayed.
Tip
When a JPEG data disc is inserted, you can select an album using the DVD MENU/ALBUM+ or DVD TOP MENU/ALBUM- on the remote.
Enjoying Slide show on a JPEG data disc
Playing Discs
M
H
1 Press M while displaying a JPEG
image.
Slide show starts from the current image.
2 Press H when you want to exit Slide
show.
Return to normal play from the current image.
To change the interval time of Slide show
Each time you press M during Slide show, the interval time changes. With each press, the indication changes as follows:
1M t 2M t 3M
t
The 3M interval time is faster than 2M.
Note
Slide show can play in only one direction.
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To rotate the current image
H
C/c

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 or albums on the disc to create your own program. You can program up to 25 tracks or albums.
Rotate the current image using C/c.
Each time you press c, the image turns clockwise by 90º. Each time you press C, the image turns counterclockwise by 90º.
Note
You cannot rotate the image during Slide show. Press
H to return to normal play before this operation.
H
C/X/x/c/
ENTER
Number buttons
With cover opened.
O RETURN
REPEAT
PLAY MODE
CLEAR
1 In stop mode, press PLAY MODE
repeatedly until “PGM” appears in the front panel display.
The Program Menu appears on the TV screen.
For example, select a track on an MP3 disc.
Program Total Time - - : - -
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10
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To check the tracks or albums that you have already created once, press C to select the jump bar icon, and then scroll the jump bar to display the rest of the list using X/x. Press c or O RETURN to return to the track list. You can select the jump bar icon only if there are more than 9 programmed tracks or albums.
2 Press c.
The cursor moves to the track (in this case, “1”). Before programming the MP3 tracks, it is required to select the album.
Program
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10
Album
1 ALBUM
Track 2 ALBUM 3 ALBUM 4 ALBUM 5 ALBUM
ALL TRACKS
TRACK1
1
TRACK2
2 3
TRACK3
4
TRACK4
5
TRACK5
6
TRACK6
7
TRACK7
8
TRACK8 TRACK9
9
Total Time - - : - -
To select a track that is not displayed on the window, press c to select the jump bar icon, and then scroll the jump bar to display the rest of the list using X/x. Press C or O RETURN to return to the track list. You can select the jump bar icon only if there are more than 9 tracks.
3 Select the track you want to program.
For example, select track “7.”
Program
10
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Album
1 ALBUM
Track 2 ALBUM 3 ALBUM 4 ALBUM 5 ALBUM
ALL TRACKS
TRACK1
1
TRACK2
2
TRACK3
3
TRACK4
4
TRACK5
5
TRACK6
6
TRACK7
7
TRACK8
8
TRACK9
9
Total Time - - : - -
4 Press X/x or the number buttons to
select “7” then press ENTER.
Total time of the programmed tracks (except MP3)
Program Total Time - - : - -
1
ALBUM 1 TRACK 7 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10
5 To program other tracks, repeat Steps
2 to 4.
The programmed tracks are displayed in the selected order.
6 Press H to start Program Play.
Program Play begins. When the program ends, you can restart the
same program again by pressing H.
To return to normal play
In stop mode, press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “
PGM” disappears from the front panel
display.
Other Operations
To Do this
Turn off the Program Menu
Cancel the programmed order
Notes
• Program Play function is not available for DVDs and JPEG.
• When you remove the disc, Program Play is canceled and the program you created is cleared.
• When you program MP3 tracks, “- - : - -” is displayed as the total time of the programmed tracks.
Tip
You can perform Repeat Play of programmed tracks. Press REPEAT, or set [REPEAT] to [ALL] in the Control Menu display during Program Play (page 53).
In stop mode, press PLAY MODE to turn off the Program Menu.
Press CLEAR in Step 5, and the last program is canceled one by one.
Playing Discs
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GB

Playing in Random Order

(Shuffle Play)

You can have the system “shuffle” tracks and play them in random order. Subsequent “shuffling” will produce a different playing order.
Setting the shuffle mode in the Control Menu
You can select either normal shuffle or album shuffle (MP3 only).
H
H
PLAY MODE
With cover opened.
1 In stop mode, press PLAY MODE
repeatedly until “SHUF” appears in the front panel display.
When you play an MP3 disc, you can play all tracks in albums in random order. For details on album shuffle, see page 52.
2 Press H.
To return to normal play
In stop mode, press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “SHUF display (SHUFFLE canceled). The same applies to cancel SHUFFLE (ALBUM).
disappears from the front panel
DVD DISPLAY
C/X/x/c/
ENTER
1 Press DVD DISPLAY.
The Control Menu appears.
2 Press X/x to select (PLAY
MODE), then press ENTER or c.
HOME TOWN
ROCK BEST HIT
(
)
1 5
CONTINUE CONTINUE(ALBUM) SHUFFLE SHUFFLE(ALBUM) PROGRAM
MP3
3 Select [SHUFFLE] or [SHUFFLE
(ALBUM)] using X/x and press ENTER.
[SHUFFLE]: Plays tracks on the disc in random order. [SHUFFLE (ALBUM)]: Plays tracks from selected album in random order.
4 Press H.
The selected Shuffle Play begins.
Note
Shuffle Play is cancelled when you eject the disc. The play mode changes in the following sequence:
SHUFFLE t CONTINUE SHUFFLE (ALBUM) t CONTINUE (ALBUM)
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Playing Repeatedly

(Repeat Play)

You can play all the titles/tracks/files or a single title/chapter/track on a disc. In Shuffle or Program Play mode, the system repeats tracks in shuffled or programmed order. You cannot perform Repeat Play during PBC playback of VIDEO CDs (page 45).
H
C/X/x/c/
ENTER
DVD DISPLAY
With cover opened.
REPEAT
1 Press DVD DISPLAY.
The Control Menu appears.
2 Press X/x to select
(REPEAT), then press ENTER or c.
If you do not select [OFF], the [REPEAT] indicator lights in green.
3 Select the Repeat Play setting, then
press ENTER.
DVD
1 2 ( 2 7 ) TITLE12
)
1 8 ( 3 4 T
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
DVD
x When playing a DVD
•OFF: does not play repeatedly.
• ALL: repeats all the titles.
• TITLE: repeats the current title on the disc.
• CHAPTER: repeats the current chapter.
x When playing a VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD/CD/MP3, and when Program Play is set to OFF
•OFF: does not play repeatedly.
• ALL: repeats all the tracks on the disc, or repeats the current album (only when CONTINUE (ALBUM) or SHUFFLE (ALBUM) in the play mode is selected).
• TRACK: repeats the current track.
x When playing a JPEG
•OFF: does not play repeatedly.
• ALL: repeats all the files on the disc (when CONTINUE is selected in the play mode), or repeats the current album (when CONTINUE (ALBUM) is selected in the play mode).
x When Program Play is set to ON
•OFF: does not play repeatedly.
• ALL: repeats Program Play.
Notes
• Depending on the DVD disc, Repeat Play does not work.
• Repeat Play is canceled when you eject the disc.
• If [ALL] is selected, Repeat Play is limited to 5 times.
Tips
• You can set Repeat Play during stop mode. After selecting the [REPEAT] item, press H. The system starts Repeat Play.
• You can quickly display the [REPEAT] status. Press REPEAT on the remote.
• You can perform Repeat Play for DVD titles that contain chapters.
Playing Discs
OFF ALL TITLE CHAPTER
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Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc

(Scan, Slow-motion Play)

To change the scan speed (DVD/ VIDEO CD only)
Each time you press m or M during scan, the playback speed changes. Two speeds are available. With each press, the indication changes as follows:
You can locate a particular point on a disc quickly by monitoring the picture or by playing back slowly.
SLOW /
H
Notes
• Depending on the DVD/VIDEO CD, you may not be able to perform some of the operations described.
• During Scan or Slow-motion Play, no sound is output.
m/M
Locating a point quickly by playing a disc in fast forward or fast reverse (Scan)
1 Press m or M while playing a disc. 2 When you find the point you want,
press H to return to normal speed.
Playback direction 1M t 2M
t
Opposite direction 1m t 2m
t
The 2M/2m playback speed is faster than 1M/1m.
Watching frame by frame (Slow-motion Play) (DVD/VIDEO CD only)
Press or when the system is in the pause mode.
To return to normal speed, press H.
To change the speed of Slow­motion Play
Each time you press or during Slow­motion Play, the playback speed changes. Two speeds are available. With each press, the indication changes as follows:
Playback direction 2 t 1
t
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Opposite direction (DVD only) 2 t 1
t
The 2 /2 playback speed is slower than 1/1.
GB

Searching for a Title/ Chapter/Track/Index/ Album/File

You can search a title (DVD), chapter (DVD), track (CD, VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD, MP3), index (VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD), album (MP3, JPEG), and file (JPEG). As titles, tracks albums and files are assigned unique names on the disc, you can select the desired one from the Control Menu. Also chapters and indexes are assigned unique numbers on the disc, so you select the desired one by entering its number. Or you can search a particular point using the time code (TIME SEARCH). You cannot search a scene of a VIDEO CD (when the PBC function is on).
C/X/x/c/
ENTER
DVD DISPLAY
Number buttons
With cover opened.
O RETURN
CLEAR
Searching for a title/track/ album/file
1 Press DVD DISPLAY.
The Control Menu appears.
2 Press X/x to select the search method,
then press ENTER or c.
x When playing a DVD
(TITLE)
x When playing a VIDEO CD
(TRACK)
x When playing a Super Audio CD
(TRACK)
x When playing a CD
(TRACK)
x When playing an MP3
(ALBUM) or
(TRACK)
x When displaying a JPEG file
(ALBUM) or (FILE)
Example: when you select (TRACK) The list of tracks contained in the disc appears.
CD
HIGHWAY1.
2.
VIEW POINT
3.
MY CHILDREN
4.
DANCING
5.
GOOD TASTE
6.
DESTINATION
7.
MARATHON
8.
PLACE-KICK
9.
TAKE IT EASY
10.
PORT TOWER
11.
STANDARD
12.
LADY
CD
When the list of all tracks or albums cannot be displayed on the window, the jump bar appears. Press c to select the jump bar icon, and then scroll the jump bar to display the rest of the list using X/x. Press C or O RETURN to return to the track or the album list.
CD
13.
STAY
14.
BAD
15.
BEAUTIFUL
16.
HOLD.ME
17.
FIRST TIME BLUE SKY
18.
19.
OUR EARTH
20.
NO NAME
21.
SWEETEST
22.KISS ME
23.
FIRE
24.
ANGEL
CD
3 Press X/x to select the desired track,
then press ENTER.
The system starts playback from the selected track.
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Searching for a chapter/index
1 Press DVD DISPLAY.
The Control Menu appears.
2 Press X/x to select the search method.
x When playing a DVD
(CHAPTER)
x When playing a VIDEO CD (without PBC functions)
(INDEX)
x When playing a Super Audio CD
(INDEX)
Example: when you select (CHAPTER) “** (**)” is selected (** refers to a number).
The number in parentheses indicates the total number of chapters or indexes.
DVD
1 2 ( 2 7 ) TITLE12
)
1 8 ( 3 4 T
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
DVD
3 Press ENTER or c.
“** (**)” changes to “-- (**).”
DVD
1 2 ( 2 7 ) TITLE12
)
– – ( 3 4 T
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
DVD
5 Press ENTER.
The system starts playback from the selected number.
Note
When you play a VIDEO CD with PBC functions, the index search function does not work.
To turn off the Control Menu
Press DVD DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu is turned off.
To search for a particular point using the time code (TIME SEARCH)
Example: If you search for the playing time of the current title on a DVD
1 In Step 2, select (TIME).
“T **:**:**” (playing time of the current title) is selected.
2 Press ENTER or c.
“T--:--:--” appears above “T**:**:**.”
3 Input the time code using the number
buttons, then press ENTER. For example, to find a desired point at 2 hours, 10 minutes, and 20 seconds after the beginning, just enter “2:10:20.”
Notes
• The title, chapter or track number displayed is the same number recorded on the disc.
• The time search function does not work on a VIDEO CD (when the PBC function is on).
• If you play a DVD, input the playing time of the current title using the time code. If you play a CD, Super Audio CD, VIDEO CD, or MP3, input the playing time of the current track using the time code.
Tip
You can change the display to show playing time or remaining time. For details, see “Checking the Playing Time and Remaining Time” (page 60).
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4 Press X/x or the number buttons to
select the chapter or index number you want to search.
If you make a mistake
Cancel the number by pressing CLEAR, then select another number.
GB

Viewing Disc Information

Viewing the playing time and remaining time in the front panel display
You can check disc information, such as the remaining time, total number of titles in a DVD, or tracks in a Super Audio CD, CD, VIDEO CD, or MP3, using the front panel display (page 108).
DISPLAY
When playing back a DVD
Playing time and number of the current title
DVD
TITLE
0.01.11
Remaining time and number of the current title
DVD
TITLE
-1.48.21
Playing time and number of the current chapter
DVD
Playing Discs
1
1
Press DISPLAY.
Each time you press DISPLAY while playing the disc, the display changes as shown in the charts.
Remaining time and number of the current chapter
Title name
Current function
CHAP
0.01.42
DVD
CHAP
-0.08.21
DVD
TITLE
SONY
DVD
1
1
1
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When playing back a VIDEO CD (without PBC functions), Super Audio CD or CD
Playing time and current track number
CD
ALBM
TRK
1
0.59
Remaining time and current track number
CD
ALBM
TRK
1
-4.02
Playing time of the disc
CD
ALBM
1.42
Remaining time of the disc
When playing back an MP3
Playing time and current track number
MP3
TRK
0.28
Remaining time and current track number
MP3
TRK
-2.20
Track (file) name
MP3
TRK
SONY
Album (folder) name
MP3
6
6
6
58
Track name and current track number
Current function
GB
CD
ALBM
-44.41
CD
ALBM
TRK
SONY
C D
ALBM
SONY ROCK
Current function
MP3
1
When playing back a JPEG
A
Current file number
JPEG
ALBM
FILE
File name
JPEG
ALBM
4
Tips
• When playing VIDEO CDs with PBC functions, only the playing time of the scene is displayed.
• The playing time and remaining time of the current chapter, title, track, scene, or disc will also appear on your TV screen. See the following section “Checking the Playing Time and Remaining Time” for details on how to read this information.
Playing Discs
FILE
4
SONY
lbum (folder) name
JPEG
ALBM
ALBM
SONY ROCK
Current function
JPEG
Notes
• Depending on the type of disc being played and the playing mode, the disc information may not be displayed.
• ID3 tag applies only to version 1.
• If the MP3 file you play back has an ID3 tag, the ID3 tag information is displayed as a track (file) name.
• Only alphabetical letters and numbers can be used for album, track, or file names. Anything else is displayed as “ ”.
• In the following case, elapsed playing time and current track remaining time may not be displayed accurately.
– when an MP3 file of VBR (variable bit rate) is
played.
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Checking the Playing Time and Remaining Time
You can check the playing time and remaining time of the current title, chapter, or track, and the total playing time or remaining time of the disc. You can also check the DVD/CD/Super Audio CD text and MP3 folder name/file name/ID3 tag (only song title) recorded on the disc.
DISPLAY
DVD DISPLAY
1 Press DVD DISPLAY during playback.
The Control Menu appears.
DVD
1 2 ( 2 7 ) TITLE12
)
1 8 ( 3 4 T
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
Time information
DVD
Disc type
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 When playing a DVD
• 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
•**:**:** Playing time of the menu or current title without a chapter
x When playing a VIDEO CD (with PBC functions)
•**:** Playing time of the current scene
x When playing a VIDEO CD (without PBC functions), Super Audio CD or CD
•T **:** Playing time of the current track
• T–**:** Remaining time of the current track
•D **:** Playing time of the current disc
• D–**:** Remaining time of the current disc
x When playing an MP3
•T **:** Playing time of the current track
• T–**:** Remaining time of the current track
To turn off the Control Menu
Press DVD DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu is turned off.
Notes
• Only alphabetical letters and numbers can be displayed.
• 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.
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Checking the date information (JPEG only)
You can check the date information during playback when the Exif* tag is recorded in the JPEG image data.
DVD DISPLAY
Press DVD DISPLAY during playback.
The Control Menu appears.
MOUNTAIN
FAMILY
) BIRTHDAY
1 ( 2 0 01 / 01/ 2004
Date information
JPEG
Playing Discs
* “Exchangeable Image File Format” is a digital
camera image format defined by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).
Note
If there is no date information or data is damaged on the disc, the system cannot display the date information.
Tip
You can change the date information order in [JPEG DATE] of [CUSTOM SETUP] (page 91).
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Sound Adjustments

Changing the Sound

If a DVD is recorded with multilingual tracks, you can select the language you want while playing the DVD. If the DVD is recorded in multiple audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital, MPEG audio, or DTS), you can select the audio format you want while playing the DVD. With stereo CDs, VIDEO CDs, or MP3, 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 (in this case, the sound loses its stereo effect). For example, when playing a disc containing a song with the vocals on the right channel and the instruments on the left channel, you can select the left channel and hear only the instruments from both speakers.
DVD DISPLAY
AUDIO
With cover opened.
C/X/x/c/
ENTER
2 Press X/x to select (AUDIO),
then press ENTER or c.
The options for AUDIO appear.
DVD
1 2 ( 2 7 ) TITLE12
)
1 8 ( 3 4 T
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
1: ENGLISH 2: FRENCH 3: SPANISH
DVD
3 Press X/x to select the desired audio
signal.
x When playing a DVD
Depending on the DVD, the choice of language varies.
When 4 digits are displayed, they represent the language code. Refer to the language code list on page 112 to see which language the code represents. When the same language is displayed two or more times, the DVD is recorded in multiple audio formats.
x When playing a VIDEO CD, CD, or MP3
The default setting is underlined.
•STEREO
• 1/L: The sound of the left channel (monaural)
• 2/R: The sound of the right channel (monaural)
x When playing a Super Audio CD
In stop mode, depending on the Super Audio CD, the choice of settings varies.
• MULTI: The disc has a multi-channel playback area.
• 2CH: The disc has a 2 channel playback area.
• CD: When you want to play the disc as a conventional CD.
: The standard stereo sound
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1 Press DVD DISPLAY during playback.
The Control Menu is displayed.
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Notes
• Not all discs give you the three choices above when in Super Audio CD playback. It all depends on the layer configuration of the Super Audio CD to be played.
• When playing a Super Audio CD in the 2 channel playback area or the 2 CHANNEL STEREO mode, the POWER/ON LINE indicator of the surround amplifier turns red.
4 Press ENTER.
To turn off the Control Menu
Press DVD DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu is turned off.
Notes
• For discs not in multiple audio format, you cannot change the sound.
• During DVD playback, the sound may change automatically.
Tip
You can select [AUDIO] directly by pressing AUDIO. Each time you press the button, the item changes.
Displaying the audio information of the disc (DVD only)
When you select [AUDIO], the channels being played are displayed on the screen. For example, in Dolby Digital format, multiple signals ranging from monaural to 5.1 channel signals can be recorded on a DVD. Depending on the DVD, the number of recorded channels may differ.
Current audio format*
DVD
1 2 ( 2 7 ) TITLE12
)
1 8 ( 3 4 T
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
1: ENGLISH
PROGRAM FORMAT
DOLBY DIGITAL 3/2.1
DVD
* [PCM], [MPEG], [DTS], or [DOLBY
DIGITAL] is displayed. For [DOLBY DIGITAL], the channels in the playing track are displayed numerically as follows: For Dolby Digital 5.1 ch:
Surround component 2
DOLBY DIGITAL
Front component 2 + Center component 1
3 / 2 . 1
LFE (Low Frequency Effect) component 1
The display examples are as follows:
•PCM (stereo)
PROGRAM FORMAT
PCM 48kHz 24bit
• Dolby Surround
PROGRAM FORMAT
DOLBY DIGITAL 2/0 DOLBY SURROUND
• Dolby Digital 5.1ch
PROGRAM FORMAT
DOLBY DIGITAL 3/2.1
•DTS
PROGRAM FORMAT
DTS 3/2.1
Tips
• When the signal contains surround signal components such as LS, RS, or S, the surround effect is enhanced.
• If you play MPEG AUDIO sound tracks, the system outputs PCM (stereo) signals.
Sound Adjustments
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Enjoying Surround Sound

T
You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of system’s pre­programmed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters into your home. To select sound field, press AUTO FORMAT DIRECT or MODE on the remote repeatedly until the sound field you want appears in the front panel display.
Tip
When you want to output the TV sound or stereo sound
of a 2 channel source f rom the 6 speakers of the system,
select a sound field other than “Auto Format Direct
Auto” or “2Channel Stereo”.
Automatic decoding of the audio input signal (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT AUTO)
The auto decoding function automatically detects the type of audio signal being input (Dolby Digital, DTS, or standard 2 channel stereo) and performs the proper decoding if necessary. This mode presents the sound as it was recorded/encoded, without adding any effects (e.g. reverberation). However, if there are no low frequency signals (Dolby Digital LFE, etc.), it will generate a low frequency signal for output to the subwoofer.
AUTO FORMA DIRECT
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With cover opened.
Press AUTO FORMAT DIRECT repeatedly until “Auto Format Direct Auto” appears in the front panel display.
Sound field Display
AUTO FORMAT DIRECT AUTO
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Auto Format Direct Auto
Using only the front speaker
T
and subwoofer (2 CHANNEL STEREO)
This mode outputs the sound from the front left and right speakers and subwoofer. Standard two channel (stereo) sources completely bypass the sound field processing. Multi channel surround formats are downmixed to two channels. This allows you to play any source using only the front left and right speakers and subwoofer.
Selecting a sound field (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT button)
AUTO FORMA DIRECT
Sound Adjustments
MODE
With cover opened.
Press MODE repeatedly until “2Channel Stereo” appears in the front panel display.
Sound field Display
2 CHANNEL STEREO 2Channel Stereo
With cover opened.
Press AUTO FORMAT DIRECT repeatedly until the sound field you want appears in the front panel display.
Sound field Display
AUTO FORMAT DIRECT PRO LOGIC II MOVIE
AUTO FORMAT DIRECT PRO LOGIC II MUSIC
x AUTO FORMAT DIRECT PRO LOGICII MOVIE/MUSIC
Pro Logic II Movie
Pro Logic II Music
Dolby Pro LogicII produces five full-bandwidth output channels from two-channel sources. This is done using an advanced, high-purity matrix surround decoder that extracts the spatial properties of the original recording without adding any new sounds or tonal colorations.
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Notes
• When the input signal is a multi-chanel source, PRO LOGIC II MOVIE/MUSIC is canceled and the multi­channel source is output directly.
• This system is not compatible with the DTS 96/24 decoding function. When you play the DTS 96/24 disc, the system plays it as a normal disc.
• When you play the disc with D.C.S. sound by CINEMA STUDIO EX or SPORTS, the Pro Logic II indicator may light up. In this case, the sound is being decoded by ProLogic.
Selecting a sound field (MODE button)
MODE
With cover opened.
Press MODE repeatedly until the sound field you want appears in the front panel display.
For movie
Sound field Display
CINEMA STUDIO EX A Cinema Studio EX A*
CINEMA STUDIO EX B Cinema Studio EX B*
CINEMA STUDIO EX C Cinema Studio EX C*
*Use DCS Technology
About DCS (Digital Cinema Sound)
In collaboration with Sony Pictures Entertainment, Sony measured the sound environment of their studios and integrated the data of the measurement and Sony’s own DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology to develop “Digital Cinema Sound.” “Digital Cinema Sound” simulates in a home theater an ideal movie theater sound environment based on the preference of the movie director.
x CINEMA STUDIO EX A (Cinema Studio EX A)
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema production studio. This is a standard mode, great for watching most any type of movie.
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x CINEMA STUDIO EX B (Cinema Studio EX B)
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Kim Novak Theater” cinema production studio. This mode is ideal for watching science-fiction or action movies with lots of sound effects.
x CINEMA STUDIO EX C (Cinema Studio EX C)
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment scoring stage. This mode is ideal for watching musicals or classic films where music is featured in the soundtrack.
About Cinema Studio EX
Cinema Studio EX is ideal for enjoying the movie software encoded with multi channel format, such as the Dolby Digital DVD. This mode reproduces the sound characteristics of Sony Pictures Entertainment’s studios. Cinema Studio EX consists of the following three elements.
• Virtual Multi Dimension Creates 5 sets of virtual speakers surrounding the listener from a single pair of actual surround speakers.
• Screen Depth Matching In a movie theater, sound seems to come from inside the image reflected on the movie screen. This element creates the same sensation in your listening room by shifting the sound of the front speakers “into” the screen.
• Cinema Studio Reverberation Reproduces the reverberations peculiar to a movie theater. Cinema Studio EX is the integrated mode which operates these elements simultaneously.
Notes
• The virtual speaker effect may cause increased noise
in the playback signal.
• When listening with sound fields that employ virtual
speakers, you will not be able to hear any sound coming directly from the surround speakers.
For music or others
Sound field Display
HALL Hall
JAZZ CLUB Jazz Club
LIVE CONCERT Live Concert
GAME Game
SPORTS Sports
MONO MOVIE Mono Movie
x HALL (Hall)
Reproduces the acoustics of a rectangular concert hall.
x JAZZ CLUB (Jazz club)
Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.
x LIVE CONCERT (Live concert)
Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live concert.
x GAME (Game)
Obtains maximum audio impact from video game software.
x SPORTS (Sports)
Simulates the arena or stadium sound.
x MONO MOVIE (Mono movie)
Reproduces mono sound that is good for old movies.
When using headphones
Sound field Display
HEADPHONE 2CH Head Phone 2Channel
HEADPHONE THEATER Head Phone Theater
x HEADPHONE 2CH
This mode outputs the sound from the headphone L/R. Standard 2 channel (stereo) sources completely bypass the sound field processing. Multi channel surround formats are downmixed to two channels.
x HEADPHONE THEATER
This mode outputs the sound as surround from headphone L/R.
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To turn the surround effect off
Press AUTO FORMAT DIRECT repeatedly until “Auto Format Direct Auto” appears in the front panel display.
When connecting the headphones to the PHONES jack
Press AUTO FORMAT DIRECT or MODE repeatedly until “Head Phone 2Channel” appears in the front panel display.
Notes
• This function is unavailable when playing Super Audio CDs and when the input stream is dts 2048 frame.
• When you play a Super Audio CD (Direct Stream Digital), the sound field changes to “Auto Format Direct Auto” automatically.
• This system is not compatible with the DTS 96/24 decoding function. When you play the DTS 96/24 disc, the system plays it as a normal disc.
Tips
• When you want to output the TV sound or stereo sound of a 2 channel source from the 6 speakers, select any sound field other than “Auto Format Direct Auto” or “2Channel Stereo.”
• The system memorizes the last sound field selected for each function mode. Whenever you select a function such as DVD or TUNER, the sound field that was last applied to function is automatically applied again. For example, if you listen to DVD with HALL as the sound field, then change to another function, and then return to DVD, HALL will be applied again. With the tuner, sound fields are memorized separately for all preset stations.
• You can identify the encoding format of program software by looking at its packaging.
– Dolby Digital discs are labeled with the
logo.
– Dolby Surround encoded programs are labeled
with the logo.
– DTS Digital Surround discs are marked with DTS.

Enjoying TV or VCR Sound from All Speakers

You can enjoy TV or VCR sound from all speakers of this system. For details, see “Step 3: TV and Video Component Hookups” (page 25).
FUNCTION
MODE
With cover opened.
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until
“VIDEO” or “SAT” (depending on connection) appears in the front panel display.
You can enjoy optical digital sound with SAT mode.
2 Press MODE repeatedly until the sound
field you want appears in the front panel display.
When you want to output TV or VCR sound from the 6 speakers, select any sound field other than “Auto Format Direct Auto” or “2Channel Stereo.”
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Using the Sound Effect

This system provides you with 2 types of sound effect, simply by pressing a button. Choose the sound to suit your needs.
Sound Adjustments
DSGX
With cover opened.
Press NIGHT MODE or DSGX on the remote.
NIGHT MODE
The sound effect is activated.
x NIGHT MODE
In this mode, 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.
x DSGX
With DSGX on, bass frequencies are effectively reinforced.
To turn off the sound effect
Press NIGHT MODE or DSGX again.
Notes
• When you connect headphones to the system, the DSGX function does not work.
• These two types of sound effect cannot be activated at the same time.
• Depending on the input stream, the DSGX function may not be effective.
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Using Various Additional Functions

Changing the Angles

If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on a DVD, you can change the viewing angle. For example, while playing a scene of a train in motion, you can display the view from either the front of the train, the left window of the train, or from the right window without having the train’s movement interrupted.
DVD DISPLAY
ANGLE
C/X/x/c/
ENTER
3 Press ENTER or c.
The angle number changes to “-.”
DVD
1 2 ( 2 7 ) TITLE12
)
1 8 ( 3 4 T
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
)
– ( 9
DVD
4 Select the angle number using the
number buttons or X/x, then press ENTER.
The angle is changed to the selected angle.
To turn off the Control Menu
Press DVD DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu is turned off.
Note
Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to change the angles, even if multi-angles are recorded on the DVD.
Tip
You can select the angle directly by pressing ANGLE. Each time you press the button, the angle changes.
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With cover opened.
1 Press DVD DISPLAY during playback.
The Control Menu appears.
2 Press X/x to select (ANGLE).
The angle number appears. The number in parentheses indicates the
total number of angles. The [ANGLE] indicator lights up in green when angles are recorded on the disc.
DVD
1 2 ( 2 7 ) TITLE12
)
1 8 ( 3 4 T
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
)
1
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Number Buttons
DVD

Displaying Subtitles

If subtitles are recorded on a disc, you can turn the subtitles on or off while playing. If multilingual subtitles are recorded on the disc, you can change the subtitle language while playing, or turn the subtitles on or off whenever you want. You can select the language you want to practice, for example, turn on the subtitles for better understanding.
DVD DISPLAY
C/X/x/c/
ENTER
SUBTITLE
3 Press X/x to select the language.
Depending on the DVD, the choice of language varies.
When 4 digits are displayed, they indicate the language code. Refer to the language code list on page 112 to see which language the code represents.
4 Press ENTER.
To cancel the [SUBTITLE] setting
Select [OFF] in Step 3.
To turn off the Control Menu
Press DVD DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu is turned off.
Note
Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to change the subtitles, even if multilingual subtitles are recorded on it.
Tip
You can select subtitles directly by pressing SUBTITLE. Each time you press the button, the language changes.
Using Various Additional Functions
With cover opened.
1 Press DVD DISPLAY during playback.
The Control Menu appears.
2 Press X/x to select
(SUBTITLE), then press ENTER or c.
The options for [SUBTITLE] appear.
DVD
1 2 ( 2 7 ) TITLE12
)
1 8 ( 3 4 T
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
OFF 1: ENGLISH 2: FRENCH 3: SPANISH
DVD
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Locking Discs

(CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL)

You can set two kinds of playback restrictions for a disc.
• Custom Parental Control You can set the playback restrictions so that the system will not play inappropriate discs.
• Parental Control Playback of some DVDs can be limited according to a predetermined level, such as the age of the viewer.
The same password is used for both Parental Control and Custom Parental Control.
Custom Parental Control
You can set the same Custom Parental Control password for up to 25 discs. If you set a 26th disc, the playback restriction of the disc for which you first set the password is canceled.
3 Press X/x to select (CUSTOM
PARENTAL CONTROL), then press ENTER or c.
[CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL] is selected.
DVD
1 2 ( 2 7 ) TITLE12
)
1 8 ( 3 4 T
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
ON PASSWORD
DVD
4 Press X/x to select [ON t], then press
ENTER.
x If you have not entered a password yet
The display for registering a new password appears.
CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL
Enter a new 4-digit password,
ENTER
then press .
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C/X/x/c/
ENTER
DVD DISPLAY
Number buttons
With cover opened.
1 Insert the disc you want to lock.
If the disc is playing, press x to stop playback.
2 In stop mode, press DVD DISPLAY.
The Control Menu appears.
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x
O RETURN
Enter a 4-digit password by using the number buttons, then press ENTER.
The display for confirming the password appears.
x If you have already registered a password
The display for entering the password appears.
CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL
Enter password, then press .
ENTER
5 Enter your 4-digit password by using
the number buttons, then press ENTER.
[Custom parental control is set.] appears and the screen returns to the Control Menu display.
If you make a mistake entering your password
Press C before you press ENTER and input the correct number.
If you make a mistake
Press O RETURN, then start from Step 3 again.
To turn off the Control Menu
Press DVD DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu is turned off.
To turn off the Custom Parental Control function
1 In Step 4, select [OFF t], then press
ENTER.
2 Enter your 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press ENTER.
To change the password
1 In Step 4, press X/x to select [PASSWORD
t], then press ENTER. The display for entering the password appears.
2 Enter your 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press ENTER.
3 Enter a new 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press ENTER.
4 To confirm your password, re-enter it using
the number buttons, then press ENTER.
Playing the disc for which Custom Parental Control is set
1 Insert the disc for which Custom
Parental Control is set.
The [CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL] display appears.
CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL
Custom parental control is already set. To play, enter your password
ENTER
and press .
2 Enter your 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press ENTER.
The system is ready for playback.
Notes
• When you change the layer or area in a Super Audio CD which has Custom Parental Control set, the display for entering the password may appear.
• When you set the Custom Parental Control password for a Hybrid Super Audio CD, the Custom Parental Control setting only works for the current layer.
Tip
If you forget your password, enter the 6-digit number “199703” using the number buttons when the [CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL] display asks you for your password, then press ENTER. The display will ask you to enter a new 4-digit password.
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Limiting playback for children (Parental Control) (DVD only)
Playback of some DVDs can be limited according to a predetermined level, such as the age of the viewer. The “Parental Control” function allows you to set a playback limitation level. A scene that is limited is not played, or it is replaced by a different scene.
C/X/x/c/
ENTER
DVD SETUP
O RETURN
Number buttons
3 Press X/x to select [PARENTAL
CONTROL t], then press ENTER or c.
x If you have not entered a password
The display for registering a new password appears.
CUSTOM SETUP
PARENTAL CONTROL
Enter a new 4-digit password,
ENTER
then press
.
Enter a 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER.
The display for confirming the password appears.
x When you have already registered a password
The display for entering the password appears.
CUSTOM SETUP
PARENTAL CONTROL
Enter password, then press
ENTER
.
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With cover opened.
1 In stop mode, press DVD SETUP.
The Setup Display appears.
2 Press X/x to select [CUSTOM SETUP],
then press ENTER or c.
[CUSTOM SETUP] is displayed.
CUSTOM SETUP
PARENTAL CONTROL
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4 Enter your password using the number
buttons, then press ENTER.
The display for setting the playback limitation level and changing the password appears.
CUSTOM SETUP
PARENTAL CONTROL
AUTOVCD COLOR SYSTEM
OFFTRACK SELECTION OFFAUDIO DRC: MP3DATA CD PRIORITY:
MM/DD/YYYYJPEG DATE:
LEVEL: OFF STANDARD: CHANGE PASSWORD
USA
5 Press X/x to select [STANDARD], then
press ENTER or c.
The selection items for [STANDARD] are displayed.
CUSTOM SETUP
PARENTAL CONTROL
LEVEL: STANDARD: CHANGE PASSWORD
OTHERS
OFF USA
6 Press X/x to select a geographic area
as the playback limitation level, then press ENTER.
The area is selected. If you select [OTHERS t], select and enter the standard code in the table on page 76 using the number buttons.
7 Press X/x to select [LEVEL], then press
ENTER or c.
The selection items for [LEVEL] are displayed.
CUSTOM SETUP
PARENTAL CONTROL
STANDARD: CHANGE PASSWORD
OFFLEVEL:
8:
NC17
7:
R
6: 5:
PG13
4:
PG
3: 2:
G
1:
If you make a mistake
Press O RETURN or C to go back to the previous screen.
To turn off the Setup Display
Press DVD SETUP repeatedly until the Setup Display is turned off.
To turn off the Parental Control function and play the DVD after entering your password
Set [LEVEL] to [OFF] in Step 8.
To change the password
1 In Step 5, select [CHANGE PASSWORD
t] using x, then press ENTER or c. The display for entering the password appears.
2 Follow Step 3 to enter a new password.
Using Various Additional Functions
8 Select the level you want using X/x,
then press ENTER.
The Parental Control setting is complete.
CUSTOM SETUP
PARENTAL CONTROL
STANDARD: CHANGE PASSWORD
The lower the value, the more strict the limitation.
PG134:LEVEL:
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Playing the disc for which Parental Control is set
1 Insert the disc and press H.
The [PARENTAL CONTROL] display appears.
2 Enter your 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press ENTER.
The system starts playback.
Notes
• If you play a DVD which does not have the Parental Control function, playback cannot be limited on this system.
• Depending on the DVD, you may be asked to change the Parental Control level while playing the disc. In this case, enter your password, then change the level. If the Resume Play mode is canceled, the le vel returns to the original level.
Tip
If you forget your password, remove the disc and repeat Step 1 to 3 of “Limiting playback for children.” When you are asked to enter your password, enter “199703” using the number buttons, then press ENTER. The display will ask you to enter a ne w 4-digit password. After you enter a new 4-digit password in Step 3, replace the disc in the system and press H. When the [PARENTAL CONTROL] display appears, enter your new password.
Area Code
Standard Code number
Argentina 2044
Australia 2047
Austria 2046
Belgium 2057
Brazil 2070
Canada 2079
Chile 2090
China 2092
Denmark 2115
Finland 2165
France 2174
Germany 2109
Hong Kong 2219
India 2248
Indonesia 2238
Italy 2254
Japan 2276
Korea 2304
Malaysia 2363
Mexico 2362
Netherlands 2376
New Zealand 2390
Norway 2379
Pakistan 2427
Philippines 2424
Portugal 2436
Russia 2489
Singapore 2501
Spain 2149
Sweden 2499
Switzerland 2086
Taiwan 2543
Thailand 2528
United Kingdom 2184
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Other Operations

Controlling TV with the Supplied Remote

By adjusting the remote signal, you can control your TV with the supplied remote.
Notes
• If you enter a new code number, the code number previously entered will be erased.
• When you replace the batteries of the remote, the code number may reset itself to the default (SONY) setting. Reset the appropriate code number.
Controlling TVs with the remote
TV ?/1
TV/VIDEO
Number buttons
With cover opened.
Press and hold TV [/1 while entering your TV’s manufacturer’s code (see the table) using the number buttons. Then release TV [/1.
When you successfully set the manufacturer’s code, the TV button flashes twice slowly. If the setting is unsuccessful, the TV button flashes five times quickly.
TV button
TV CH +/–
TV VOL +/–
Code numbers of controllable TVs
If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one that works with your TV.
TV
Manufacturer Code number
SONY 001
Admiral 012, 016, 039
AIWA 001, 007, 008
AKAI 002, 010, 027
AOC 002
Bell&Howell 016, 039
Bestar 027
Blaupunkt 052, 053
Blue sky 027
Brandt 045
Broksonic
(Brocsonic)
Bush 006, 027
Clatronic 027
Croslex 034
CURTIS-MATHES 002, 046
DAEWOO 002, 003, 004, 005, 006, 027
Daytron 020
Deccacolour 037
DUAL 027
EMERSON 002, 020
Ferguson 035, 042, 045
First line 010, 027
FISHER 009, 010
FUJITSU 055
FUNAI 054
Fraba 027
General Electric 002, 012, 049
Goodmans 006, 027, 045
GRUNDIG 038, 052, 053
HITACHI 002, 013, 014, 015, 020, 021,
Inno-Hit 027
Irradio 027
ITT/NOKIA 025, 026
JC Penny 002, 012
JVC 018, 019
Kendo 027
002
027
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Manufacturer Code number
Kiton 027
KTV 002, 020
LG/Goldstar 002, 020, 027, 028, 038
LOEWE 027, 028, 038
LXI(Sears) 002, 009, 012, 034, 046
MAGNAVOX 002, 020, 027, 034
MARANTZ 022
Mark 027
Matsui 010, 052, 053
Medion 027
Mitsubishi/MGA 002, 021, 022
NEC 002, 020, 023, 024, 048
NEI 027
NOKIA 025, 026
Nokia Oceanic 026
Nordmende 035, 042
Okano 027
ORION 007
PANASONIC 049, 050, 051
Philco 002, 004, 015, 020, 034
PHILIPS 013, 027, 034
Phoenix 027
PIONEER 029, 030, 031, 046, 049
Portland 002
Provision 027
PYE 027
QUASAR 039, 049
Radio 027
RADIO SHACK 002, 012, 022
Radiola 034
RCA/PROSCAN 002, 012, 032, 033
SABA 035, 041, 042, 043, 045
SAMSUNG 002, 013, 020, 027, 028, 036,
037, 038
SANYO 009, 010, 011
Schneider 027
SCOTT 002
SHARP 020, 039, 040
SIEMENS 052
Signature 016, 039, 040
Sinudyne 027
Supertech 027
Supervision 027
Manufacturer Code number
SYLVANIA 002, 034
TaTung 027
TEAC 027
Techimagen 027
TELEFUNKEN 035, 041, 042, 043, 044, 045
THOMSON 035, 041, 043, 045
Thorn 027
TOSHIBA 039, 046, 047, 048
Universum 027
Vestel 027
Videch 002, 015
W.W.House 027
WARDS 002, 020
Watson 027
ZENITH 016, 017
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Controlling the TV
You can control your TV using the buttons below.
By pressing You can
TV [/1 Turn the TV on or off.
TV/VIDEO Switch the TV’s input source
between the TV and other input sources.
TV VOL +/– Adjust the TV volume.
TV CH +/– Select the TV channel.
Using the number buttons for controlling the TV
When you set the remote to the TV mode, you can use the number buttons for controlling the TV.
Press the TV button.
The TV button turns red and the remote is set to the TV mode. You can select the TV channels by using the number buttons. >10 is for selecting the channel number greater than 10. To cancel the TV mode, press the TV button again.
Notes
• Depending on the TV, you may not be able to control your TV or to use some of the buttons above.
• The TV button turns off when you do not operate the remote for 10 seconds.
Tip
Depending on the TV manufacture, the following method also works. Press >10, then the number. (For example, for channel 25, press >10, then 2 and 5.)

Using the SONY TV DIRECT Function

SONY TV DIRECT allows you to turn on your SONY TV and this system, change the system mode to “DVD,” and then switch the TV’s input source you set with one button push.
SONY TV DIRECT
TV/VIDEO
Number buttons
With cover opened.
Preparation
Register the TV’s input source connected to this system.
Press and hold TV/VIDEO while entering the code for the TV’s input source to connect this system (see table below) using the number buttons.
The TV’s input source is selected. When you successfully set the TV’s input source code, the TV button flashes twice slowly. If the setting is unsuccessful, the TV button flashes five times quickly.
TV button
TV CH +
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By pressing Number TV’s input source
TV/VIDEO 0 No input source
(Default)
1VIDEO1
2VIDEO2
3VIDEO3
4VIDEO4
5VIDEO5
6VIDEO6
7* COMPONENT1
INPUT
8* COMPONENT2
INPUT
* Except for North American models.
Operation
Point the remote at the TV and the remote sensor on the center speaker, then press SONY TV DIRECT once.
While transmitting the code from the remote, the TV button flashes. If this function does not work, change the transmit time. The transmit time varies depending on the TV.
To change the transmit time
Press and hold TV CH + while entering the code for transmit time (see table below) using the number buttons.
The transmit time from the remote is selected. If you successfully set the transmit time code, the TV button flashes twice slowly. If the setting is unsuccessful, the TV button flashes five times quickly.
By pressing Number Transmit time
TV CH+ 1 0.5 (Default)
21
31.5
42
52.5
63
73.5
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Notes
• This function is only for SONY TV series.
• If distance between TV and this system is too far, this function may not work. Install the system near the TV.
• Keep the remote pointed in the direction of the TV and this system while the TV button is flashing.
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Using the Video or Other
Enjoying Multiplex
Units
You can use VCRs or other units connected to the VIDEO or SAT jacks. Refer to the operation manual supplied with the unit for further information on the operation.
FUNCTION
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until VIDEO or SAT that you connected the unit to appears in the front panel display.
Each time you press FUNCTION, the mode of the system changes in the following sequence. FM t AM t VIDEO t SAT t DVD t FM... If you change to SAT mode when you use both the SAT AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks (analog connection) and OPTICAL DIGITAL IN jack (digital connection) at the same time, the OPTICAL DIGITAL IN jack takes priority.
Broadcast Sound (Dual Mono)
You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when the system receive the AC-3 multiplex broadcast signal.
Note
To receive the AC-3 signal, you need to connect a digital satellite tuner to the system with an OPTICAL cable (page 26) and set the digital output mode of the digital satellite tuner to AC-3.
C/X/x/c/
ENTER
AMP MENU
With cover opened.
1 Press AMP MENU. 2 Press x/X repeatedly until
“Customize” appears in the front
panel display, then press ENTER or c.
The system enters the Customize Menu mode.
3 Press x/X repeatedly until “Dual
appears in the front panel
Mono”
display, then press ENTER or c.
4 Press x/X to select the sound you
want.
x Dual Mono Main
Sound of the main language will be output.
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x Dual Mono Sub
Sound of the sub language will be output.
x Dual Mono Main/Sub
Sound of the main language will be output through the front left speaker and sound of the sub language will be output through the front right speaker simultaneously.
x Dual Mono Main+Sub
Mixed sound of both the main and sub languages will be output.
5 Press AMP MENU.
Turns off the AMP menu.
Note
Dual Mono is activated when you select SAT function with an OPTICAL cable connected.

Enjoying the Radio

Presetting Radio Stations
You can preset 20 FM stations, and 10 AM stations. Before tuning, make sure to turn down the volume to minimum.
TUNER/ BAND
C/X/x/c/
ENTER
With cover opened.
TUNING –/+
TUNER MENU
1 Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly until
the band you want appears in the front panel display.
Each time you press TUNER/BAND, the band toggles between AM and FM.
2 Press and hold TUNING + or – until
scanning starts, then release.
Scanning stops when the system tunes in a station. “TUNED” appears in the front panel display.
FM
TUNED
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108.0MHz
3 Press TUNER MENU. 4 Press C/c/x/X repeatedly until
“Memory ?” appears in the front panel display.
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5 Press ENTER.
A preset number appears in the front panel display.
Memory
FM 4
108.0MHz
6 Press C/c/x/X to select the preset
number you want.
Memory
FM 7
108.0MHz
7 Press ENTER.
The station is stored.
Complete
m
FM 7
TUNED
4 Select 9 or 10 using X/x, then press
ENTER. “Really ? No” is displayed.
5 Select “Really ? Yes” using X/x, then press
ENTER. “Complete” is displayed for a few seconds. Then the standby indicator flashes and the system turns off.
6 Press ?/1.
AM step is changed and AM preset stations are erased.
Listening to the Radio
Preset radio stations in the system’s memory first (see “Presetting Radio Stations” on page 82).
TUNER/ BAND
DISPLAY
PRESET –/+
"/1
FUNCTION
TUNING –/+
x
VOL +/–
Other Operations
108.0MHz
8 Repeat 1 to 7 to store other stations.
To change the preset number
Restart from step 1.
To change the AM tuning interval
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “AM”
appears in the front panel display, then press TUNER MENU.
2 Press X/x/C/c repeatedly until “AM Step
Change ?” appears in the front panel display.
3 Press ENTER.
“AM Step Change **K” is displayed (** refers to 9 or 10).
FM MODE
With cover opened.
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM”
or “AM” appears in the front panel display.
The last received station is tuned in.
FM 7
TUNED
108.0MHz
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2 Press PRESET + or – repeatedly to
select the preset station you want.
Each time you press the button, the system tunes in one preset station. Each time you press TUNER/BAND, the band toggles between AM and FM.
3 Adjust the volume by pressing
VOL +/–.
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 + or – on the remote repeatedly. For automatic tuning, press and hold TUNING + or – on the remote. Press x when you stop the automatic tuning.
Tips
• If an FM program is noisy, press FM MODE on the remote so that “MONO” appears in the front panel display. There will be no stereo effect, but the reception will improve. Press the button again to restore the stereo effect.
• To improve reception, reorient the supplied antennas (aerials).
To check the frequency
Press DISPLAY repeatedly. Each time you press DISPLAY, the front panel display changes as follows:
index name of the station*, frequency, and preset number
t FM (or AM)
* This is displayed if you have entered a name for a
preset station (page 84).
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Naming Preset Stations
You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for preset stations. These names (for example, “XYZ”) appear in the system’s front panel display when a station is selected. Note that no more than one name can be entered for each preset station.
TUNER/ BAND
PRESET –/+
C/X/x/c/
ENTER
With cover opened.
FUNCTION
TUNER MENU
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM”
or “AM” appears in the front panel display.
Each time you press TUNER/BAND, the band toggles between AM and FM.
The last station you received is tuned in. Each time you press FUNCTION, the mode
of the system changes in the following sequence: FM t AM t VIDEO t SAT t DVD t FM...
2 Press PRESET+ or – repeatedly to
select the preset station you want to create an index name for.
3 Press TUNER MENU.
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4 Press C/c repeatedly until “Name In?”
appears in the front panel display.
5 Press ENTER.
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6 Create an index name by using the
cursor buttons:
Press X/x to select a character, then press c to move the cursor to the next position.
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. Capital letters, numbers, and other symbols can be input for a radio station name.
7 Press ENTER.
The station name is stored.

Using the Sleep Timer

You can set the system to turn off at a preset time, so you can fall asleep listening to music. You can preset the time in 10 minutes decrements.
SLEEP
Press SLEEP.
Each time you press this button, the minutes display (the remaining time) changes as follows:
Sleep Auto t Sleep 90min t 80min t 70min
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Sleep Off T 10min ..... 50min T 60min
r
Other Operations
When you choose Sleep Auto
The system turns off when the current disc finishes playback (up to 240 minutes). The system turns off if you manually stop playing a disc. “Sleep Auto” mode works only with functions such as DVD that is selected before setting to “Sleep Auto.”
To check the remaining time
Press SLEEP once. You cannot check the remaining time if you select “Sleep Auto.”
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.
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Changing the Brightness
Returning to the Default
of the Front Panel Display
You can change the brightness of the front panel display by two steps.
C/X/x/c/
ENTER
AMP MENU
With cover opened.
1 Press AMP MENU. 2 Press x/X repeatedly until
“Customize” appears in the front
panel display, then press ENTER or c.
The system enters the Customize Menu mode.
3 Press x/X repeatedly until “Dimmer”
appears in the front panel display, then press ENTER or c.
4 Press x/X to select the brightness of
the front panel display.
5 Press AMP MENU.
Turns off the AMP menu.
Settings
You can return the system parameters such as speaker settings and preset stations, to the default settings.
Z
Touch
FUNCTION
Panel
+
.
VOL
-
Sensor VOL. –
Press and hold Touch Panel Sensor VOL. – (page 43) and Z simultaneously for a few seconds.
“Cold Reset” appears in the front panel display and the default settings are returned.
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Settings and Adjustments

Using the Setup Display

2 Press X/x to select the setup item from
the displayed list: [LANGUAGE SETUP], [SCREEN SETUP], [CUSTOM SETUP], [SPEAKER SETUP], and [SETUP]. Then press ENTER or c.
The selected Setup item appears. Example: [SCREEN SETUP]
By using the Setup Display, you can make various adjustments to items, such as picture and sound. You can also set the subtitle language and the Setup Display, among other things. For details on each Setup Display item, see page 88-
94. For an overall list of Setup Display items, see page 113.
How to use the Setup Display
C/X/x/c/
ENTER
DVD SETUP
With cover opened.
O RETURN
1 In stop mode, press DVD SETUP.
The Setup Display appears.
SCREEN SETUP
SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND: COMPONENT OUT:
JACKET PICTURE
16:9TV TYPE:
INTERLACE
ON
3 Select an item using X/x, then press
ENTER or c.
The options for the selected item appear. Example: [TV TYPE]
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE: SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND:
COMPONENT OUT:
4:3 LETTER BOX
16:9
4:3 PAN SCAN
Options
Press C or O RETURN to return to setup items.
4 Select a setting using X/x, then press
ENTER.
The setting is selected and setup is complete. Example: [4:3 PAN SCAN]
Selected setting
Settings and Adjustments
Main item
LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD : DVD MENU : AUDIO : SUBTITLE :
ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE: 4:3 PAN SCAN SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND:
COMPONENT OUT:
JACKET PICTURE
ON
INTERLACE
To turn off the Setup Display
Press DVD SETUP repeatedly until the Setup Display is turned off.
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Setting the Display or

Settings for the Display

Sound Track Language

(LANGUAGE SETUP)

[LANGUAGE SETUP] allows you to set various languages for the on-screen display or sound track.
Select [LANGUAGE SETUP] in the Setup Display. For details on using the display, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 87).
LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD : DVD MENU : AUDIO : SUBTITLE :
x OSD (On-Screen Display)
Selects the display language on the screen. Select the language from the displayed list.
x DVD MENU (DVD only)
Selects the desired language for the DVD menu. Select the language from the displayed list.
x AUDIO (DVD only)
Selects the language of the sound track. Select the language from the displayed list.
x SUBTITLE (DVD only)
Selects the language of the subtitle. Select the language from the displayed list.
Note
If you select a language that is not recorded on the DVD, one of the recorded languages will be automatically selected (except for [OSD]).
Tip
If you select [OTHERS t] in [DVD MENU], [AUDIO], or [SUBTITLE], select and enter the language code from the list using the number buttons (page 112). After you have made a selection, the language code (4 digits) is displayed the next time you select [OTHERS t].
ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH

(SCREEN SETUP)

Choose settings according to the TV to be connected.
Select [SCREEN SETUP] in the Setup Display. For details on using the display, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 87). The default settings are underlined.
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE: 16:9 SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND: COMPONENT OUT:
JACKET PICTURE
ON
INTERLACE
x TV TYPE (DVD only)
Selects the aspect ratio of the connected TV (4:3 standard or wide).
16:9
4:3 LETTER BOX
4:3 PAN SCAN
Select this if you connect a wide­screen TV or a TV with a wide mode function.
Select this if you connect a 4:3 screen TV. Displays a wide picture with bands on the upper and lower portions of the screen.
Select this if you connect a 4:3 screen TV. Automatically displays the wide picture on the entire screen and cuts off the portions that do not fit.
The default settings vary, depending on the country model.
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16:9
4:3 LETTER BOX
4:3 PAN SCAN
Note
Depending on the DVD, [4:3 LETTER BOX] may be selected automatically instead of [4:3 PAN SCAN] or vice versa.
x SCREEN SAVER
Turns the screen saver on and off. The screen saver image appears when you leave the system in pause or stop mode for 15 minutes, or when you playback a CD, a Super Audio CD, an MP3, or JPEG file (except during the slide show) for more than 15 minutes. The screen saver will help prevent your display device from becoming damaged (afterimage). Press H to turn off the screen saver.
ON
OFF
Turns on the screen saver.
Turns off the screen saver.
x COMPONENT OUT
This will change the type of signal output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks on the system. See page 105, 105 for more information about the different types.
INTERLACE
PROGRESSIVE
Notes
• Unless the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/SCAN SELECT switch on the rear panel of the subwoofer is set to SELECTABLE, you cannot select the above setting.
• [PROGRESSIVE] does not work for PAL signals. Even if you set [COMPONENT OUT] to [PROGRESSIVE], the output signal is automatically switched to interlace format for PAL signals.
Select this when you connect to a standard (interlace format) TV.
Select this when you have a TV that can accept progressive signals.
To set to [PROGRESSIVE]
1 Select [COMPONENT OUT] in [SCREEN
SETUP] using X/x, then press ENTER.
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE: SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND: COMPONENT OUT:
JACKET PICTURE
16:9
INTERLACE
PROGRESSIVE
ON
Settings and Adjustments
x BACKGROUND
Selects the background color or picture on the TV screen in stop mode or while playing a CD.
JACKET PICTURE
GRAPHICS 1-5
BLUE
BLACK
The jacket picture (still picture) appears in the background, but only if a jacket picture is already recorded on the disc (CD­EXTRA, etc.). If the disc does not contain a jacket picture, the [GRAPHICS 1] picture appears.
A preset picture stored in the system appears in the background.
The background color is blue.
The background color is black.
2 Select [PROGRESSIVE] using X/x, then
press ENTER.
The display for confirming appears.
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE: SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND:
COMPONENT OUT:
Does your TV accept progressive signals?
YES NO
JACKET PICTURE
16:9
ON
3 Select [YES] using X/x, then press ENTER.
The type of output signal changes to progressive format.
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Notes
• If your TV accepts progressive signals, connect COMPONENT VIDEO OUT of the system to the TV using a component video cord (not supplied), and set progressive format.
• When [PROGRESSIVE] is selected in [SCREEN SETUP], no signal is output from the MONITOR OUTPUT jacks.
• If you set [COMPONENT OUT] in [SCREEN SETUP] to [PROGRESSIVE] even though your TV cannot accept the signal in progressive format, picture noise may appears. In this case, return the setting to interlace format (page 28).
• The display for confirming does not appears when you select [INTERLACE].

Custom Settings

(CUSTOM SETUP)

Allows setting up Parental Control and other settings.
Select [CUSTOM SETUP] in the Setup Display. For details on using the display, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 87). The default settings are underlined.
CUSTOM SETUP
VCD COLOR SYSTEM PARENTAL CONTROL TRACK SELECTION
x VCD COLOR SYSTEM (Asian, Australian, and Saudi Arabian models only)
Select the color system when you play a VIDEO CD.
OFF OFFAUDIO DRC: MP3DATA CD PRIORITY:
MM/DD/YYYYJPEG DATE:
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AUTO
Outputs the video signal in the system of the disc, either PAL or NTSC. If your TV uses a DUAL system, select AUTO.
PAL
Changes the video signal of an NTSC disc and outputs it in the PAL system.
NTSC
Changes the video signal of a PAL disc and outputs it in the NTSC system.
Notes
• You cannot change the color system of the disc itself.
• On Asian and Australian models, you can change the color system of this unit according to the connected TV (page 27).
x PARENTAL CONTROL t (DVD only)
Sets a password and playback limitation level for DVDs with playback limitation for children. For details, see “Limiting playback for children (Parental Control) (DVD only)” (page 74).
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x TRACK SELECTION (DVD only)
Gives the sound track having the highest number of channels priority when you play a DVD on which multiple audio formats (PCM, MPEG audio, DTS, or Dolby Digital format) are recorded.
OFF
AUTO
Notes
• 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 88).
• If PCM, DTS, MPEG audio, and Dolby Digital sound tracks have the same number of channels, the system selects PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital, and MPEG audio sound tracks in this order.
• Depending on the DVD, the audio channel with priority may be predetermined. In this case, you cannot give priority to the DTS, Dolby Digital, or MPEG audio format by selecting [AUTO].
No priority given.
Priority given.
x AUDIO DRC*
Narrows the dynamic range of the sound track. Useful for watching movies at low volume late at night.
* Dynamic Range Compression
OFF
ON
No compression of dynamic range.
Reproduces the sound track with the kind of dynamic range that the recording engineer intended.
x DATA CD PRIORITY (MP3, JPEG only)
Set priority data you want to play, when you play a DATA CD (CD-ROM/CD-R/CD-RW) containing MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files.
MP3
JPEG
If an MP3 file exists on a disc, the system recognises the disc as an “MP3 Disc.” If only JPEG files exist on the disc, the system recognises the disc as a “JPEG Disc.”
If a JPEG file exists on a disc, the system recognises the disc as a “JPEG Disc.” If only MP3 files exist on the disc, the system recognises the disc as an “MP3 Disc.”
x JPEG DATE
Change the date information order of a JPEG image in the Control Menu.
MM/DD/YYYY
YYYY/MM/DD
DD/MM/YYYY
YYYY/DD/MM
YYYY: Year MM: Month DD: Day
Settings and Adjustments
Note
AUDIO DRC only applies to Dolby Digital sources.
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Settings for the Speakers

(SPEAKER SETUP)

To obtain the best possible surround sound, set for the size of the speakers you have connected 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.
Select [SPEAKER SETUP] in the Setup Display. For details, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 87). The default settings are underlined.
SPEAKER SETUP
SIZE: DISTANCE: LEVEL: BALANCE: TEST TONE:
To return to the default setting when changing a setting
Select the item, then press CLEAR.
x SIZE
If you do not connect center or surround speakers, or move the surround speakers, set the parameters for [CENTER] and [SURROUND] and specify the surround speaker position and height. Since the front speaker and subwoofer settings are fixed, you cannot change them.
FRONT
CENTER
YES
YES: Normally select this.
NONE: Select this if no center speaker is used.
SURROUND
BEHIND: Select this if surround speakers are located in section B.
SIDE: Select this if surround speakers are located in section A.
NONE: Select this if no surround speaker is used.
SUBWOOFER
Notes
YES
• When you select an item, the sound cuts off for a moment.
• Depending on the settings of other speakers, subwoofer may be excessive.
x DISTANCE
The default distance setting for the speakers in relation to the listening position is shown below. When you set the distance using the Quick Setup (page 36), the settings is automatically displayed.
1.6m
(5.2ft)
1.6m
(5.2ft)
1.6m
(5.2ft)
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Position diagram
1.6m
(5.2ft)
90
AA
45
BB
20
1.6m
(5.2ft)
Be sure to change the value in the Setup Display when you move the speakers.
FRONT
1.6 m (5.2 ft)
CENTER
1.6 m (5.2 ft)
(appears when you set [CENTER] to [YES] in the [SIZE] setting.)
SURROUND
1.6 m (5.2 ft)
(appears except when you set [SURROUND] to [NONE] in the [SIZE] setting.)
* When you perform the Quick Setup (page 36), the
default settings are changed.
Notes
• When you set the distance, the sound cuts off for a moment.
• If all front and surround speakers are not placed at an equal distance from your listening position, set the distance according to the closest speaker.
• Do not place the surr ound speakers farther away from your listening position than the front speakers.
• Depending on the input stream, the [DISTANCE] setting may not be effective.
Front speaker distance from the
*
listening position can be set in 0.2 meter (0.6 ft) increments from 1.0 to
7.0 meters (3.3 to 23 ft).
Center speaker distance can be moved
*
up to 1.6 meters (5.2 ft) closer to the listening position from the front speaker distance, in 0.2 meter (0.6 ft) increments.
Surround speaker distance can be
*
moved up to 4.6 meters (15 ft) closer to the listening position from the front speaker distance, in 0.2 meter (0.6 ft) increments.
x LEVEL
You can vary the level of each speaker as follows. Be sure to set [TEST TONE] to [ON] for easy adjustment.
CENTER 0 dB
*
(appears when you set [CENTER] to [YES] in the [SIZE] setting.)
SURROUND LEFT 0 dB SURROUND RIGHT 0 dB
(appears except when you set [SURROUND] to [NONE] in the [SIZE] setting.)
SUBWOOFER
*
+4 dB
* When you perform the Quick Setup (page 36), the
default settings are changed.
Adjusts the level of the center speaker (–6 dB to +6 dB, 1 dB increments).
Adjusts the level of the surround
*
speakers (–6 dB to +6 dB, 1 dB increments).
*
Adjusts the level of the subwoofer (–6 dB to +6 dB, 1 dB increments).
x BALANCE
You can vary the balance of the left and right speakers as follows. Be sure to set [TEST TONE] to [ON] for easy adjustment.
FRONT (CENTER)
Adjusts the balance between the front left and right speakers.
The center position is shown as “---.” (You can adjust from the center 6 steps to left or right.)
To adjust the volume of all the speakers at one time
Use the VOL control on the control unit, or press VOL +/–.
x TEST TONE
The speakers will emit a test tone to adjust [LEVEL] and [BALANCE].
Settings and Adjustments
OFF
ON
The test tone is not emitted from the speakers.
The test tone is emitted from both left and right speakers simultaneously while adjusting balance. When you select one of the [SPEAKER SETUP] items, the test tone is emitted from each speaker in sequence.
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Adjusting the speaker balance and level by using the test tone
1 Press DVD SETUP in stop mode.
The Setup Display appears.
2 Press X/x repeatedly to select
[SPEAKER SETUP], then press ENTER or c.
3 Press X/x repeatedly to select [TEST
TONE], then press ENTER or c.
4 Press X/x repeatedly to select [ON],
then press ENTER.
You will hear the test tone from each speaker in sequence.
5 From your listening position, adjust the
value of [LEVEL] and [BALANCE] using C/X/x/c.
When selecting [LEVEL], the test tone is emitted from only the speaker which you are adjusting.
When selecting [BALANCE], the test tone is emitted from both left and right speakers simultaneously.
6 Press ENTER when you have finished
making adjustments.
7 Press X/x repeatedly to select [TEST
TONE], then press ENTER.
8 Press X/x repeatedly to select [OFF],
then press ENTER.
Note
When you adjust the speaker settings, the sound cuts off for a moment.
Tip
To adjust the balance or the level without listening to the test tone, select [BALANCE] or [LEVEL] in step 3 and press ENTER. Then adjust the balance or level using X/x and press ENTER.
Setting the speakers by using the front panel display on the system
You can set the speakers by using the AMP menu that is displayed in the front panel display.
AMP menu list
Speaker Setup
Center Speaker
Surround Speaker
Front Speaker Distance
Center Speaker Distance*
Surround Speaker Distance*
Surround Speaker Position*
Level
Test Tone
Front Balance Center Level* Surround Left Level* Surround Right Level* Sub Woofer Level Audio D.R.C.
* This setting appears when you set the
corresponding speaker to “Yes” in “Speaker Setup.”
Center Speaker Yes Center Speaker No
Surround Speaker Yes
Surround Speaker No
1.0 m - 7.0 m (3.3 to 23 ft)
1.0 m - 7.0 m (3.3 to 23 ft)
1.0 m - 7.0 m
(3.3 to 23 ft) Surround Speaker Position Behind
Surround Speaker Position Side
Test Tone Off Test Tone On
6 steps left or right
–6 dB - +6 dB –6 dB - +6 dB –6 dB - +6 dB –6 dB - +6 dB
Audio D.R.C. Off Audio D.R.C. On
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Dual Mono Dual Mono Main
Surround Speaker Reverse*
Dimmer Dimmer Off
Lip Sync Lip Sync Off
Color System Change
* This setting appears when you set “Surround
Speaker” to “Surround Speaker Yes” in “Speaker Setup.”
C/X/x/c/
ENTER
With cover opened.
Dual Mono Sub Dual Mono Main/Sub Dual Mono Main+Sub
Reverse Off SL SR Reverse On SR SL
Dimmer On
Lip Sync On
Color System Change No Color System Change Yes
AMP MENU
1 Press AMP MENU. 2 Press X/x repeatedly until the item you
want to set appears in the front panel display.
xSpeaker Setup
Sets the speaker size, distance, and place.
xLevel
Sets the balance and level of the each speaker, and turns on/off the test tone.
3 Press ENTER or c. 4 Press X/x to select the desired item,
then press ENTER or c.
To set the item, press X/x, then press ENTER or AMP MENU.
You can set the following items. The default settings are underlined.
Note
While a DVD is being played, Speaker Setup and Dual Mono cannot be set.
xSpaker Setup
Center Speaker
Surround Speaker
Front Speaker Distance
a)
(5.2 ft)
1.6m
Center Speaker Distance
1.6ma) (5.2 ft)
Surround Speaker Distance
1.6ma) (5.2 ft)
Surround Speaker Position
a)
When you perform the Quick Setup (page 36), the default settings are changed.
b)
This setting appears when you set the corresponding speaker to “Yes” in “Speaker Setup” (page 95).
Center Speaker Yes: Select this if you use a center speaker.
Center Speaker No: Select this if no center speaker is used.
Surround Speaker Yes: Select this if you use surround speakers.
Surround Speaker No: Select this if no surround speaker is used.
Front speaker distance from the listening position can be set in 0.2 meter (0.6 ft) increments from 1.0 to 7.0 meters (3.3 to 23 ft).
Center speaker distance can be moved up to 1.6 meters
b)
(5.2 ft) closer to the listening position from the front speaker distance, in 0.2 meter (0.6 ft) increments.
Surround speaker distance can be moved up to 4.6 meters
b)
(15 ft) closer to the listening position from the front speaker distance, in 0.2 meter (0.6 ft) increments.
Surround Speaker Position Behind: Select this if surr ound
b)
speakers are located in the back area of the listening position.
Surround Speaker Position Side: Select this if surround speakers are located in the side area of the listening position.
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xLevel
Test Tone
Test Tone Off: The test tone is not emitted from the speakers.
Test Tone On: The test tone is emitted from both left and right speakers simultaneously while adjusting balance. When you select one of the “Level” items, the test tone is emitted from each speaker in sequence.
Front Balance 0
Adjusts the balance between the front left and right speakers. (You can adjust from the center 6 steps left (L6) or right (R6).)
Center
b)
Level
a)
0
Surround Left Level
a)
0
Surround Right Level
a)
0
SubWoofer Level
a)
+4
Audio D.R.C.
Adjusts the level of the center speaker (–6 dB to +6 dB, 1 dB increments).
Adjusts the left level of the
b)
surround speaker (–6 dB to +6 dB, 1 dB increments).
Adjusts the right level of the
b)
surround speaker (–6 dB to +6 dB, 1 dB increments).
Adjusts the level of the subwoofer (–6 dB to +6 dB, 1 dB increments).
Audio D.R.C. Off: No compression of dynamic range.
Audio D.R.C. On: Reproduces the sound track with the kind of dynamic range that the recording engineer intended.
a)
When you perform the Quick Setup (page 36), the default settings are changed.
b)
This setting appears when you set the corresponding speaker to “Yes” in “Speaker Setup” (page 95).
xCustomize
Dual Mono
Dual Mono Main
Dual Mono Sub
Dual Mono Main/Sub
Dual Mono Main+Sub
For details, see “Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound (Dual Mono)” on page 81.
Surround Speaker Reverse*
Reverse Off SL SR
Reverse On SR SL
For details, see “When placing the surround speaker (L) in the (R) position” on page 31.
Dimmer
Dimmer Off
Dimmer On
For details, see “Changing the Brightness of the Front Panel Display” on page 86.
Lip Sync
Lip Sync Off
Lip Sync On: Adjusts any difference between sound and picture. When the sound field (MODE) or Head Phone Theater is activated, Lip Sync is not effective. Depending on the input stream, Lip Sync may not be effective.
Color System Change
Color System Change No
Color System Change Yes
For details, see “If the color system of the TV is PAL” on page 27.
* This setting appears when you set “Surround
Speaker” to “Surround Speaker Yes” in “Speaker Setup.”
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Quick Setup and Resetting the System

(SETUP)

Select [SETUP] in the setup display. For details, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 87).
SETUP
QUICK RESET
x QUICK
Normally, when you turn the system on for the first time or after resetting the system, the guide message appears on the TV screen and you can perform the Quick Setup. If you canceled the Quick Setup and you want to perform the Quick Setup again, operate on this screen. See “How to use the Quick Setup” on page 36.
Note
After performing the Quick Setup, the settings of following items are changed.
– [OSD], [DVD MENU], and [SUBTITLE] in
[LANGUAGE SETUP]
– [DISTANCE] and [LEVEL] in [SPEAKER SETUP]
– [TV TYPE] in [SCREEN SETUP]
x RESET
You can reset the system. After you select [RESET] and press ENTER, select [YES] to reset the settings (it takes a few seconds to complete). Select [NO] and press ENTER to cancel. Do not press "/1, when resetting the system.
Notes
• When you select [RESET], all the settings return to the default.
• When you tu rn the system on after resetting, the guide message appears on the TV screen. To perform the Quick Setup (page 36), press ENTER, to return to normal screen, press CLEAR.
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Additional Information

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.
Power
The power is not turned on.
• Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected securely.
The standby indicator flashes.
Immediately unplug the power cord and check the following items.
• Are the + and – speaker cords short-circuited?
• Are you using only the specified speakers?
• Is anything blocking the ventilation holes on the top of the system?
• Is the subwoofer connected incorrectly?
After checking the above items and fixing any problems, connect the power cord again and turn on the system. If the indicator still flashes, or if the cause of the problem cannot be found even after checking all the above items, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
The POWER/ON LINE indicator does not turn on.
• The + and – speaker cords are short-circuited. In this case, disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) of the surround speaker (L) from the wall outlet (mains), reconnect, and then turn the surround speaker (L) on.
Picture
There is no picture.
• The video connecting cords are not connected securely.
• The video connecting cords are damaged.
• The system is not connected to the correct TV input jack (page 25).
• The video input on the TV is not set so that you can view pictures from the system.
• You have set [COMPONENT OUT] in [SCREEN SETUP] to [PROGRESSIVE] even though your TV cannot accept the signal in progressive format. In this case, set the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/ SCAN SELECT switch on the rear panel of the subwoofer to INTERLACE. Then set [COMPONENT OUT] to [INTERLACE] after you can see the TV screen correctly, and reset the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/SCAN SELECT switch to SELECTABLE.
• You have set [COMPONENT OUT] in [SCREEN SETUP] to [PROGRESSIVE] even though your TV cannot accept the signal in progressive format. In this case, return the setting to interlace format (page 28).
• Even if your TV is compatible with progressive format (480p) signals, the image may be affected when you set [COMPONENT OUT] to [PROGRESSIVE]. In this case, set [COMPONENT OUT] to [INTERLACE] (page 89).
• When [PROGRESSIVE] is selected in [SCREEN SETUP], no signal is output from the MONITOR OUTPUT or S VIDEO OUT jacks.
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 copy­protection signal applied to some DVD programs could affect picture quality. If you still experience problems even when you connect your system directly to your TV, try connecting your system to your TV’s S video input (page 25).
Even though you set the aspect ratio in [TV TYPE] of [SCREEN SETUP], the picture does not fill the screen.
• The aspect ratio on the disc is fixed.
The picture is black and white.
• Depending on the TV, the picture on the screen becomes black and white when you play a disc recorded in the NTSC color system.
Sound
There is no sound.
• The speaker cord is not connected securely.
• Press MUTING on the remote if “Muting” is displayed in the front panel display.
• The system is in pause mode or in Slow-motion Play mode. Press H to return to normal play mode.
• Fast forward or fast reverse is performed. Press H to return to normal play mode.
• Check the speaker settings (pages 38, 92).
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The left and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed.
• Check that the speakers and components are connected correctly and securely.
• Adjust the balance parameter in the [BALANCE] menu (page 93).
• Make sure the “Surround Speaker Reverse” setting in the AMP menu is appropriate (page 31).
There is no sound from the subwoofer.
• Check the s peaker connections and settings (pages 38, 92).
• Set the sound field to “Auto Format Direct Auto” (page 64).
Severe hum or noise is heard.
• Check that the speakers and components are connected securely.
• Check that the connecting cords are away from a transformer or motor, and at least 3 meters (10 ft) away from your TV set or a fluorescent light.
• Move your TV away from the audio components.
• The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a cloth slightly moistened with alcohol.
• Clean the disc.
The sound loses stereo effect when you play a VIDEO CD, a CD, or an MP3.
• Set [AUDIO] to [STEREO] in the Control Menu display (page 62).
• Make sure the system is connected appropriately.
The surround effect is difficult to hear when you are playing a Dolby Digital, DTS, or MPEG audio sound track.
• Make sure the sound field function is on (page 64).
• Check the s peaker connections and settings (pages 38, 92).
• 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.
The sound comes from the center speaker only.
• Depending on the disc, the sound may come from the center speaker only.
No sound is heard from the center speaker.
• Check the speaker connections and settings.
• Make sure the sound field function is on (page 64).
• Depending on the source, the effect of the center speaker may be less noticeable.
No sound or only a very low-level sound is heard from the surround speakers.
• Check the speaker connections and settings.
• Make sure the sound field function is on (page 64).
• Select a sound field containing the word “Cinema Studio EX” (page 66).
• Depending on the source, the effect of the surround speakers may be less noticeable.
• Wireless setting of the surround speaker is not correct (page 31).
• The plasma display may interfere with transmission, in which case, adjust the position of the IR transmitter and IR receiver of the surround speaker (L) (or IR receiver) (page 31).
• Do not install the surround speaker (L) (or IR receiver) in a place exposed to direct sunlight or strong light such as an incandescent lamp.
• Clean the surface of the IR transmitter and IR receiver of the surround speaker (L) (or IR receiver).
Operation
Radio stations cannot be tuned in.
• Check that the antennas (aerials) are connected securely. Adjust the antennas (aerials) or connect an external antenna (aerial) if necessary.
• The signal strength of the stations is too weak (when tuning in with automatic tun ing). 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 82).
• Press DISPLAY so that the frequency appears in the display.
The remote does not function.
• There are obstacles between the remote and the system.
• The distance between the remote and the system is too far.
• The remote is not pointed at the remote sensor on the system (page 14).
• The batteries in the remote are weak.
The POWER/ON LINE indicator momentarily turns red.
• When playing an MP3 or DVD disc, or when changing a disc, the indicator momentarily turns red. This is not a malfunction.
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The POWER/ON LINE indicator flashes in red.
• Move the wireless system away from any other nearby wireless system(s).
• Point the IR transmitter at the IR receiver of the surround speaker (L) (or IR receiver).
The disc does not play.
• There is no disc inserted.
• The disc is upside down. Insert the disc with the playback side facing down on the disc tray.
• The disc is skewed in the system.
• The system cannot play CD-ROMs, etc. (page 8).
• The region code on the DVD does not match the system.
• Moisture has condensed inside the system. Remove the disc and leave the system turned on for about half an hour (page 3).
The MP3 audio track cannot be played.
• The DATA CD is not recorded in an MP3 format that conforms to ISO9660 Level 1/ Level 2 or Joliet.
• The MP3 audio track does not have the extension “.MP3.”
• The data is not formatted in MP3 even though it has the extension “.MP3.”
• The system can only play MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer3) audio.
• Set [DATA CD PRIORITY] to [MP3] in the [CUSTOM SETUP] setting (page 91).
• Directory level is more than 8.
• The disc contains more than 99 albums (the maximum number of MP3 audio tracks that can be contained on an album is 250).
The title of the MP3 audio album or track is not correctly displayed.
• The system can only display alphabetical letters and numbers. Other characters are displayed as “”.
The display for entering the password does not appear for Super Audio CD, even though Custom Parental Control is set.
• Custom Parental Control is set for different layers of a Super Audio CD.
The JPEG image file cannot be played.
• The DATA CD is not recorded in an JPEG format that conforms to ISO9660 Level 1/ Level 2 or Joliet.
• The JPEG image file does not have the extension “.JPG” or “.JPEG.”
• The data is not formatted in JPEG even though it has the extension “.JPG” or “.JPEG.”
• Image length or width is more than 4720 dots.
• Set [DATA CD PRIORITY] to [JPEG] in the [CUSTOM SETUP] setting (page 91).
• Directory level is more than 8.
• You cannot play the Progressive JPEG files.
• A JPEG image file with a high width to length ratio cannot be played.
• The disc contains more than 99 albums (the maximum number of JPEG image files that can be contained on an album is 250).
The title of the JPEG album or file is not correctly displayed.
• The system can only display alphabetical letters and numbers. Other characters are displayed as “”.
A disc does not start playing from the beginning.
• Program Play, Shuffle Play, or Repeat Play has been selected (pages 50, 52, 53).
• Resume Play has been selected. During stop, press x on the system or the remote and then start playback (page 44).
• The title, DVD or PBC menu automatically appears on the TV screen.
The system starts playing the disc automatically.
• The DVD features an auto playback function.
Playback stops automatically.
• Some discs may contain an auto pause signal. While playing such a disc, the system stops playback at the auto pause signal.
The system turns off during DVD playback.
• If approximately one hour passes with DVD playback paused or with the DVD top menu or a DVD menu displayed during DVD playback, the system automatically turns off.
You cannot perform some functions such as Stop, Search, Slow-motion Play, Repeat Play, Shuffle Play, or Program Play.
• Depending on the disc, you may not be able to perform some of the operations above. See the operating manual that came with the disc.
Messages do not appear on the screen in the language you want.
• In the Setup Display, select the desired language for the on-screen display in [OSD] under [LANGUAGE SETUP] (page 88).
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