Sony DAV-DZ150K, DAV-DZ151KB, DZ151KB, DAV-DZ30 Operating Instructions Manual
2-895-964-13(1)
DVD Home Theatre
System
Operating Instructions
DAV-DZ150K/DZ151KB
©2007 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.
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.
Do not expose the battery to excessive heat such as
direct sunlight, fire, or the like.
In door use only.
Disposal of Old
Electrical & Electronic
Equipment (Applicable
in the European Union
and other European
countries with separate
collection systems)
This symbol on the produ ct or on
its packaging indicates that this
product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead
it shall be handed over to the applicable collection
point for the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of
correctly, you will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and human health,
which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate
waste handling of this product. The recycling of
materials will help to conserve natural resources. For
more detailed information about recycling of this
product, please contact your local Civic Office, your
household waste disposal service or the shop where
you purchased the product.
Don’t throw away the battery with
general house waste, dispose of it
correctly as chemical waste.
This appliance is
classified as a CLASS 1
LASER product. This
marking is located on the
rear exterior.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT
OPEN
No operator serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
Precautions
On power sources
• AC power cord (mains lead) must be changed only at
the qualified service shop.
• The unit is not disconnected from the AC power
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall
outlet (mains), even if the unit itself has been turned
off.
• Install this system so that the AC power cord (mains)
can be unplugged from the wall socket immediately
in the event of trouble.
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Note on power cord plug shapes
(Saudi Arabian model only)
For AC 220 V wall sockets
Make sure that the 13 A 3-pin plug (Type BF)
is securely attached to the power cord. (The 13
A 3-pin plug is attached when shipped from the
factory.
For AC 127 V wall sockets
1 Remove the 13 A 3-pin plug using a
screwdriver.
2 Attach the supplied parallel blade plug (Type
A).
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.
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Table of Contents
Welcome!................................................3
About This Manual .................................6
This System Can Play the Following
Discs .................................................7
Getting Started – BASIC –
Step 1: Connecting the System and
TV..............................................10
Step 2: Positioning the System ...14
Step 3: Performing the Quick
Setup ........................................15
Getting Started
– ADVANCED –
Turning off the Demonstration .............18
Installing the Speakers on a Wall..........19
Connecting the TV (Advanced)............20
Connecting Other Components............. 23
Basic Operations
Playing Discs.................................25
Enjoying the Radio or Other
Components ............................26
Enjoying TV or VCR Sound from All
Speakers ..................................27
Selecting the Movie or Music
Mode.........................................28
Sound Adjustments
Enjoying Surround Sound by Using Sound
Field................................................29
Various Functions for Playing
Discs
Searching for a Particular Point on
a Disc ..............................................31
(Scan, Slow-motion Play, Freeze
Frame)
Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track/
Scene, etc........................................32
Searching by Scene ...............................33
(Picture Navigation)
Resuming Playback from the Point Where
You Stopped the Disc .....................33
(Resume Play)
Creating Your Own Program................ 34
(Program Play)
Playing in Random Order..................... 36
(Shuffle Play)
Playing Repeatedly............................... 37
(Repeat Play)
Using the DVD’s Menu........................ 38
Changing the Sound ............................. 38
Selecting [ORIGINAL] or [PLAY LIST]
on a DVD-R/DVD-RW.................. 40
Viewing Information About the Disc... 41
Changing the Angles ............................ 43
Displaying the Subtitles........................ 44
Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture
and Sound....................................... 44
(A/V SYNC)
About MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG
Image Files ..................................... 45
Playing DATA CDs or DATA DVDs with
MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image
Files ................................................ 47
Playing Audio Tracks and Images as a
Slide Show with Sound.................. 49
Enjoying DivX® Videos ...................... 51
Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC Functions
(Ver.2.0) ......................................... 53
(PBC Playback)
Tuner Functions
Presetting Radio Stations...................... 54
Listening to the Radio .......................... 55
Other Operations
Controlling the TV with the Supplied
Remote ........................................... 57
Using the THEATRE SYNC
Function.......................................... 57
Enjoying Karaoke................................. 58
Using the Sound Effect......................... 62
Using the Sleep Timer .......................... 62
Changing the Brightness of the Front
Panel Display.................................. 63
Deactivating the Buttons on the Unit ... 63
(Child Lock)
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Advanced Settings and
Adjustments
Locking Discs .......................................64
(CUSTOM PARENTAL
CONTROL, PARENTAL
CONTROL)
Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a
Room ..............................................67
(SPEAKER FORMATION)
Calibrating the Appropriate Settings
Automatically .................................69
(AUTO CALIBRATION)
Using the Setup Display........................71
Setting the Display or Sound Track
Language ........................................73
[LANGUAGE SETUP]
Settings for the Display.........................73
[SCREEN SETUP]
Custom Settings ....................................75
[CUSTOM SETUP]
Settings for the Speakers.......................76
[SPEAKER SETUP]
Returning to the Default Settings.......... 79
Additional Information
Precautions............................................80
Notes about the Discs............................81
Troubleshooting....................................81
Self-diagnosis Function ........................85
(When letters/numbers appear in
the display)
Specifications........................................85
Glossary ................................................87
Language Code List..............................90
Index to Parts and Controls...................91
Guide to the Control Menu Display...... 94
DVD Setup Display List .......................98
System Menu List .................................99
Index ...................................................100
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About This Manual
• The instructions in this manual describe the
controls on the remote. You can also use the
controls on the unit if they have the same or
similar names as those on the remote.
• The instructions in this manual are for DAV-
DZ150K and DAV-DZ151KB. DAVDZ150K is the model used for illustration
purposes. Any difference in operation is
clearly indicated in the text, for example,
“DAV-DZ150K only.”
• The Control Menu items may vary depending
on the area.
• “DVD” may be used as a general term for
DVD VIDEOs, DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, and
DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs.
• Measurements are expressed in feet (ft) for
North American models.
• The following symbols are used in this
manual.
Symbol Meaning
Functions available for DVD
VIDEOs, DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs in
video mode, and DVD+Rs/
DVD+RWs
Functions available for DVD-Rs/
DVD-RWs in VR (Video
Recording) mode
Functions available for VIDEO
CDs (including Super VCDs or CDRs/CD-RWs in video CD format or
Super VCD format)
Functions available for music CDs
or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD
format
Functions available for DATA CDs
(CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs)
containing MP3
JPEG image files, and DivX
video files
Functions available for DATA
DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD-Rs/
DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs)
containing MP3
JPEG image files, and DivX
video files
1)
audio tracks,
1)
audio tracks,
2)3)
2)3)
1)
MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format
defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio data.
2)
DivX® is a video file compression technology,
developed by DivX, Inc.
3)
DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are
trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used under license.
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This System Can Play the
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Following Discs
Format of
discs
DVD VIDEO
DVD-RW/
DVD-R
DVD+RW/
DVD+R
VIDEO CD
(Ver. 1.1 and
2.0 discs)/
Audio CD
CD-RW/CD-R
(audio data)
(MP3 files)
(JPEG files)
“DVD-RW,” “DVD+RW,” “DVD+R,”
“DVD VIDEO,” and the “CD” logos are trademarks.
Note about CDs/DVDs
The system can play CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CDRWs recorded in the following formats:
– audio CD format
– VIDEO CD format
– MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files, and
DivX video files of format conforming to ISO
9660 Level 1/Level 2, or its extended format,
Joliet
Disc logo
The system can play DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/
DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs recorded in the
following formats:
– MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files, and
DivX video files of format conforming to
UDF (Universal Disc Format)
Example of discs that the system cannot play
The system cannot play the following discs:
• CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those
recorded in the formats listed on page 7
• CD-ROMs recorded in PHOTO CD format
• Data part of CD-Extras
• DVD Audios
• Super Audio CD
• DATA DVDs that do not contain MP3 audio
tracks, JPEG image files, or DivX video files
• DVD-RAMs
Also, the system cannot play the following
discs:
• A DVD VIDEO with a different region code
(page 8, 88)
• A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g.,
card, heart)
• A disc with paper or stickers on it
• A disc that has the adhesive of cellophane tape
or a sticker still left on it
Notes about CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/
DVD-RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW
In some cases, CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVDRW/DVD+R/DVD+RW cannot be played on
this system due to the recording quality or
physical condition of the disc, or the
characteristics of the recording device and
authoring software.
The disc will not play if it has not been correctly
finalized. For more information, see the
operating instructions for the recording device.
Note that some playback functions may not
work with some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, even if
they have been correctly finalized. In this case,
view the disc by normal playback. Also some
DATA CDs/DATA DVDs created in Packet
Write format cannot be played.
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Music discs encoded with
copyright protection
technologies
This product is designed to play back discs that
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
Recently, various music discs encoded with
copyright protection technologies are marketed
by some record companies. Please be aware that
among those discs, there are some that do not
conform to the CD standard and may not be
playable by this product.
Note on DualDiscs
A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which
mates DVD recorded material on one side with
digital audio material on the other side.
However, since the audio material side does not
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard,
playback on this product is not guaranteed.
About Multi Session CD
• This system can play Multi Session CDs when
an MP3 audio track is contained in the first
session. Any subsequent MP3 audio tracks
recorded in later sessions can also be played
back.
• This system can play Multi Session CDs when
a JPEG image file is contained in the first
session. Any subsequent JPEG image files
recorded in later sessions can also be played
back.
• If audio tracks and images in music CD format
or video CD format are recorded in the first
session, only the first session will be played
back.
Region code
Your system has a region code printed on the
rear of the unit and will only play DVDs labeled
with the same region code.
indication may be given even though playing the
DVD VIDEO is prohibited by area restrictions.
Note about playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs
Some playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO
CDs may be intentionally set by software
producers. Since this system plays DVDs and
VIDEO CDs according to the disc contents the
software producers designed, some playback
features may not be available. Be sure to read the
operating instructions supplied with the DVDs
or VIDEO CDs.
Copyrights
This product incorporates copyright protection
technology that is protected by U.S. patents and
other intellectual property rights. Use of this
copyright protection technology must be
authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for
home and other limited viewing uses only unless
otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
This system incorporates with Dolby* Digital
and Dolby Pro Logic (II) adaptive matrix
surround decoder and the DTS** Digital
Surround System.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
** Manufactured under license from DTS, Inc.
“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered
trademarks of DTS, Inc.
DVD VIDEOs labeled will also play on this
ALL
system.
If you try to play any other DVD VIDEO, the
message [Playback prohibited by area
limitations.] will appear on the TV screen.
Depending on the DVD VIDEO, no region code
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Getting Started – BASIC –
See Unpacking in Specifications, page 85.
Inserting batteries into the remote
You can control the system using the supplied remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matching
the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. To use the remote, point it
at the remote sensor on the unit.
Note
• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place.
• Do not use a new battery with an old one.
• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries.
• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting apparatus. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
• If you do not intend to use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage
from battery leakage and corrosion.
Attaching the foot pads to the subwoofer
Attach the supplied foot pads to the bottom of the subwoofer to stabilize the subwoofer and prevent it
from slipping.
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Step 1: Connecting the System and TV
The following is the basic connection of the unit to the speakers and TV. For other TV connections, see
page 20. For other component connection, see page 23.
To accept progressive signals, see page 21.
To change the color system (PAL or NTSC), see page 13.
Refer to the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from 1 to 4 on the
following pages.
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Front speaker (R)
AC power cord (mains lead)
SPEAKER
CENTER WOOFER
Subwoofer
FRONT R
FRONT L SUR R SUR L
D-LIGHT SYNC OUT
SPEAKER
Center speaker
DIR-TC1
B
L
R
AM loop antenna (aerial)
RLAUDIO IN
TV /
VIDEO
(DVD ONLY)
YPB/CBPR/C
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
VIDEO
S VIDEO
(DVD ONLY)
R
MONITOR OUT
A
VIDEO
AUDIO
IN
OUT
Front speaker (L)
COAXIAL
AM
FM75
FM wire antenna
(aerial)
TV
Surround speaker (R)
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Surround speaker (L)
:Signal flow
1 Connecting the Speakers
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Required cords
The connector and color tube of the speaker cords are the same color as the label of the jacks to be
connected.
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To the SPEAKER jack
Note
• Do not catch the speaker cord insulation in the SPEAKER jack.
Color tube
(+)
(–)
To avoid short-circuiting the speakers
Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage the system. To prevent this, be sure to follow these
precautions when connecting the speakers. Make sure the bare wire of each speaker cord does not touch
another speaker terminal or the bare wire of another speaker cord, such as shown below.
Stripped speaker cord is touching
another speaker terminal.
Stripped cords are touching each other
due to excessive removal of insulation.
After connecting all the components, speakers, and AC power cord (mains lead), output a test tone to
check that all the speakers are connected correctly. For details on outputting a test tone, see page 78.
If no sound is heard from a speaker while outputting a test tone, or a test tone is output from a speaker
other than the one currently displayed on the Setup Display, the speaker may be short-circuited. If this
happens, check the speaker connection again.
Note
• Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate terminal on the components: 3 to 3, and # to #. If the cords
are reversed, the sound will lack bass and may be distorted.
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2 Connecting the TV
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Required cords
A Video cord
.
Yellow
B Audio cord (not supplied)
White (L/audio)
Red (R/audio)
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• When you want to output the TV sound or stereo sound of a 2 channel source from the 6 speakers, select the “Dolby
Pro Logic,” “Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE,” or “Dolby Pro Logic II MUSIC” sound field (page 29).
3 Connecting the Antenna (Aerial)
To connect the AM loop antenna (aerial)
The shape and the length of the antenna (aerial) is designed to receive AM signals. Do not dismantle
or roll up the antenna (aerial).
1 Remove only the loop part from the plastic stand.
2 Set up the AM loop antenna (aerial).
3 Connect the cords to the AM antenna (aerial) terminals.
Cord (A) or cord (B) can be connected to either terminal.
Insert the cord pushing
down the terminal clamp.
AB
Note
• Do not place the AM loop antenna (aerial) near the unit or other AV equipment, as noise may result.
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• Adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna (aerial) for best AM broadcast sound.
Insert until this
part.
4 Make sure the AM loop antenna (aerial) is connected firmly by pulling softly.
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To connect the FM wire antenna (aerial)
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Connect the FM wire antenna (aerial) to the COAXIAL FM 75 Ω jack.
FM wire antenna (aerial)
(supplied)
or
FM wire antenna (aerial)
(supplied)
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COAXIAL FM 75 Ω jack
Note
• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial).
• After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial), keep it as horizontal as possible.
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• If you have poor FM reception, use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the unit to an outdoor FM
antenna (aerial) as shown below.
Unit
Outdoor FM antenna (aerial)
COAXIAL FM 75 Ω jack
4 Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)
Before connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) of this unit to a wall outlet (mains), connect the
speakers to the unit.
Changing the color system (PAL or NTSC)
(Asian, Australian, and Middle Eastern models only)
Depending on the TV to be connected, you may be required to select either PAL or NTSC for the color
system.
The initial setting of the system for Australian and Middle Eastern models is PAL.
The initial setting of the system for Asian models is NTSC.
To change the color system
1 Turn off the system by pressing "/1.
2 Turn on the system by pressing "/1 while pressing X on the unit.
Each time you perform this operation, the color system toggles between PAL and NTSC.
“NTSC” lights up in the front panel display when the color system is set to NTSC.
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Step 2: Positioning the System
Positioning the speakers
For the best possible surround sound, all the
speakers other than the subwoofer should be
placed at the same distance from the listening
position (A).
However, this system allows you to place the
center speaker up to 1.6 meters (5 ft) closer (B)
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and the surround speakers up to 5.0 meters (16
ft) closer (C) to the listening position.
The front speakers can be placed from 1.0 to
7.0 meters (3 to 23 ft) (A) from the listening
position.
Place speakers as illustrated below.
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• When you change the positions of the speakers, it is
recommended that you change the settings. For
details, see “Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a
Room” (page 67) and “Calibrating the Appropriate
Settings Automatically” (page 69).
Note
• Do not set the speakers in an inclined position.
• Do not place the speakers in locations that are:
– Extremely hot or cold
– Dusty or dirty
– Very humid
– Subject to vibrations
– Subject to direct sunlight
• When cleaning, use a soft cloth such as a cleaning
cloth for glasses.
• Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring
powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
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Step 3: Performing the
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Quick Setup
Follow the steps below to make the minimum
number of basic adjustments for using the
system.
LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD:
MENU:
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
FRENCH
SPANISH
PORTUGUESE
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"/1
C/X/x/c,
DISPLAY
1 Turn on the TV.
2 Press [/1.
Note
• Make sure that the function is set to “DVD”
(page 25).
3 Switch the input selector on your TV so
that the signal from the system
appears on the TV screen.
[Press [ENTER] to run QUICK SETUP.]
appears at the bottom of the TV screen. If
this message does not appear, recall the
Quick Setup display (page 17) and perform
again.
4 Press without inserting a disc.
The Setup Display for selecting the
language used in the on-screen display
appears.
5 Press X/x to select a language.
The system displays the menu and subtitles
in the selected language.
6 Press .
The Setup Display for selecting the aspect
ratio of the TV to be connected appears.
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE:
COLOR SYSTEM (VIDEO CD):
SCREEN SAVER:
BACKGROUND:
4:3 OUTPUT:
4:3 LETTER BOX
16:9
16:9
4:3 PAN SCAN
FULL
7 Press X/x to select the setting that
matches your TV type.
x If you have a wide-screen TV or a 4:3
standard TV with a wide-screen mode
[16:9] (page 73)
x If you have a 4:3 standard TV
[4:3 LETTER BOX] or [4:3 PAN SCAN]
(page 73)
8 Press .
The Setup Display for selecting the speaker
formation appears.
9 Press C/c to select the speaker
formation image as the speakers are
actually positioned.
For details, see “Getting Optimal Surround
Sound for a Room” (page 67).
SPEAKER FORMATION
STANDARD
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Note
• When the wireless kit WAHT-SD1 (not
supplied) is installed, [STANDARD
(WIRELESS)] appears instead (except for
Russian and Taiwan models).
10 Press .
11 Connect the calibration mic to the
A.CAL MIC jack on the front panel and
press X/x to select [YES].
Set up the calibration mic at the ear level
using a tripod, etc. (not supplied). The front
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of each speaker should face the calibration
mic, and there should be no obstruction
between the speakers and the calibration
mic. Be quiet during the measurement.
AUDIO IN / MIC 1 /
A.CAL MIC
Calibration mic
12 Press .
AUTO CALIBRATION
Connect calibration mic. Start
measurement?
YES
NO
Auto Calibration starts.
Note
• Loud test sound is output when [AUTO
CALIBRATION] starts. You cannot turn the
volume down. Give consideration to children
and neighbor.
• Avoid being in the measurement area and
making noise during the measurement (which
takes about 3 minutes), as it may interfere with
measurement.
13 Unplug the calibration mic and press C/
c to select [YES].
Measurement complete.
FRONT L :
FRONT R :
CENTER :
SUBWOOFER :
SURROUND L :
SURROUND R :
If OK, unplug calibration mic and select
“YES”.
YES
YES
YES
NONE
YES
NONE
NONE
NO
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Note
• The environment of the room in which the
system is installed may affect measurements.
• If measurement fails, follow the message then
retry [AUTO CALIBRATION].
• When you select [SECOND ROOM] for
[SPEAKER FORMATION], measurement of
[SURROUND L] and [SURROUND R] is not
displayed.
14 Press .
Quick Setup is finished. All connections
and setup operations are complete.
To quit the Quick Setup
Press DISPLAY in any Step.
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• If you change the position of the speakers, reset the
speaker settings. See “Getting Optimal Surround
Sound for a Room” (page 67) and “Calibrating the
Appropriate Settings Automatically” (page 69).
• If you want to change any of the settings, see “Using
the Setup Display” (page 71).
To recall the Quick Setup display
1 Press DISPLAY when the system is in
stop mode.
The Control Menu display appears.
2 Press X/x to select [SETUP], then
press .
The options for [SETUP] appear.
)
1 2 ( 2 7
)
BNR
1 8 ( 3 4
T
QUICK
QUICK
CUSTOM
RESET
0 : 0 0 : 0 2
DVD VIDEO
3 Press X/x to select [QUICK], then press .
The Quick Setup display appears.
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Getting Started – ADVANCED –
Turning off the Demonstration
"/1
SYSTEM
MENU
X/x/c,
After connecting the AC power cord (mains
lead), the demonstration appears in the front
panel display. When you press "/1 on the
remote, the demonstration turns off.
Setting the demonstration mode to on/off
1 Press SYSTEM MENU.
2 Press X/x repeatedly until “DEMO”
appears in the front panel display, then
press or c.
3 Press X/x to select a setting.
The default setting is underlined.
• “DEMO ON”
mode to on.
• “DEMO OFF”: sets the demonstration
mode to off.
: sets the demonstration
4 Press .
The setting is made.
5 Press SYSTEM MENU.
The system menu turns off.
Note
• When you press "/1 on the unit, the demonstration
does not turn off.
• When you set the demonstration mode in the system
menu to on, the demonstration does not turn off even
though you press "/1 on the remote. To turn off the
demonstration, set the demonstration mode to off,
then press "/1 on the remote. When the
demonstration mode is set to off, the system saves
power in standby mode.
• If the system is at its factory default settings (ex. after
performing “COLD RESET” (page 79)), you can turn
off the demonstration simply by pressing "/1 on the
remote. Otherwise, to stop the demonstration, you
need to set “DEMO” to “DEMO OFF.”
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Installing the Speakers on a Wall
For the other speakers
You can use the speakers by installing on the
wall.
Installing the speakers on a wall
1 Prepare screws (not supplied) that are
suitable for the hole on the back of
each speaker. See the illustrations
below.
5
4 mm (
/32 inch)
30 mm (1 3/16 inches)
4.6 mm
3
/16 inch)
(
10 mm
13
/32 inch)
(
Hole on the back of
the speaker
2 Fasten the screws to the wall.
For the center speaker
160 mm
5
/16 inches)
(6
7 to 9 mm
9
/32 to 3/8
inch
(
)
6 to 9 mm
1
/4 to 3/8
inch
(
)
3 Hang the speakers on the screws.
4.6 mm
3
/16 inch)
(
10 mm
13
/32 inch)
(
Rear of speaker
Note
• Use screws that are suitable for the wall material and
strength. As a plaster board wall is especially fragile,
attach the screws securely to a beam and fasten them
to the wall. Install the speakers on a vertical and flat
wall where reinforcement is applied.
• Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall
material or screws to be used.
• Sony is not responsible for accident or damage
caused by improper installation, insufficient wall
strength or improper screw installation, natural
calamity, etc.
Getting Started – ADVANCED –
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Connecting the TV (Advanced)
Sends the played back DVD image to the connected TV.
Check the jacks of your TV, and choose connection method A, B, or C. Picture quality improves in
order from A (standard) to C (component).
To VIDEO
SPEAKER
FRONT R
FRONT L SUR R SUR L
SPEAKER
CENTER WOOFER
D-LIGHT SYNC OUT
DIR-TC1
To COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
C
Y
PB/CB
PR/CR
B
S VIDEO
IN
TV with COMPONENT
VIDEO IN jacks
:Signal flow
A To connect to a TV with the VIDEO IN jack
Connect the video cord.
.
TV /
VIDEO
(DVD ONLY)
YPB/CBPR/C
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
A
VIDEO
IN
TV with VIDEO IN jackTV with S VIDEO IN jack
Yellow
RLAUDIO IN
COAXIAL
AM
FM75
VIDEO
S VIDEO
(DVD ONLY)
R
MONITOR OUT
To
S VIDEO
B To connect to a TV with the S VIDEO IN jack
Connect an S video cord (not supplied). To use the S video jack instead of the video jack, 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 jack.
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C To connect to a TV with the COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks
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Connect a component video cord (not supplied). To use the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (Y, PB/
B, PR/CR) instead of the video jack, your TV monitor must be equipped with via COMPONENT
C
VIDEO IN jacks (Y, P
connection and set the output channel of the system to progressive format (page 21).
B/CB, PR/CR). If your TV accepts progressive format signals, you must use this
Green
Blue
Red
When connecting to a standard 4:3 screen TV
Depending on the disc, the image may not fit your TV screen.
To change the aspect ratio, see page 73.
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.
FUNCTION
VIDEO
FORMAT
Getting Started – ADVANCED –
“PROGRE” lights up in the front panel display when the system outputs progressive signals.
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select “DVD.”
2 Press VIDEO FORMAT.
The current signal appears in the front panel display.
Each time you press VIDEO FORMAT, the display changes as follows:
t NORMAL (INTERLACE)
r
PROGRESSIVE
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x NORMAL (INTERLACE)
Select this setting when:
– your TV does not accept progressive signals, or,
– your TV is connected to jacks other than the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (MONITOR
OUT (VIDEO/S VIDEO)).
x PROGRESSIVE
Select this setting when:
– your TV accepts progressive signals, and,
– the TV is connected to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks.
Normally select this under the above condition. This automatically detects the software type, and
selects the appropriate conversion method.
Note that the picture will not be clear or no picture will appear if you select these settings when
either of the above conditions are not met.
About DVD software types and the conversion method
DVD software can be divided into 2 types: film-based software and video-based software.
Video-based software is derived from TV, such as dramas and sit-coms, and displays images at 30
frames/60 fields per second. Film-based software is derived from film and displays images at 24 frames
per second. Some DVD software contains both video and film.
In order for these images to appear natural on your screen when output in progressive format, the
progressive signals need to be converted to match the type of DVD software that you are watching.
Note
• When you play video-based software in progressive signal format, sections of some types of images may appear
unnatural due to the conversion process when output through the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. Even though
you set to “PROGRESSIVE,” images from the MONITOR OUT (VIDEO or S VIDEO) jack are unaffected as they
are output in the interlace format.
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Connecting Other Components
You can enjoy sound using the speakers of this system by connecting the AUDIO OUT jacks of another
component. For video connection of other components, connect directly to the TV.
VCR, digital satellite receiver
or PlayStation, etc.
AUDIO
OUT
L
R
Getting Started – ADVANCED –
SPEAKER
CENTER WOOFER
Screws*
SPEAKER
FRONT R
FRONT L SUR R SUR L
D-LIGHT SYNC OUT
D-LIGHT SYNC OUT jack
DIR-TC1 slot for
the WAHT-SD1
DIR-TC1
VIDEO
(DVD ONLY)
YPB/CBPR/C
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
:Signal flow
TV /
RLAUDIO IN
S VIDEO
(DVD ONLY)
R
To TV/VIDEO
(AUDIO IN)
AM
VIDEO
MONITOR OUT
COAXIAL
FM75
* CAUTION
Please do not remove the screws before installing the WAHT-SD1.
To connect the AUDIO OUT jacks of other components to the TV/VIDEO
(AUDIO IN) jacks of this unit
Connect the VCR or other components to the TV/VIDEO (AUDIO IN) jacks using the audio cord (not
supplied). When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded sleeves to the appropriate jacks
on the components.
White (L/audio)
Red (R/audio)
To listen to the portable audio source sound through the system
Connect the audio output jacks of the portable audio source to the AUDIO IN jack on the front panel
of the unit with the stereo mini-plug cord (not supplied).
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• When listening to MP3 format recordings using a portable audio source, you can enhance the sound.
Press FUNCTION to select “AUDIO.” Connect the portable audio source. Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly until
“A.F.D. STD” appears in the front panel display.
To cancel, select other than “A.F.D. STD.”
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To use the D-LIGHT SYNC* controller (Indian, Singaporean, Mexican,
and Latin American models only)
Connect the D-LIGHT SYNC controller (not supplied) to the D-LIGHT SYNC OUT jack. You need
to connect the D-LIGHT SYNC controller to a lighting device** (not supplied). The lighting device
will react according to the control signals transmitted by the D-LIGHT SYNC controller upon
receiving music source from the system. For details on the use of the D-LIGHT SYNC controller and
lighting device, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the respective device.
D-LIGHT SYNC controller cord
* “D-LIGHT SYNC” is registered trademark of Sony Corporation.
** Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the D-LIGHT SYNC controller for the recommended lighting
device.
Wireless system option (except for Russian and Taiwan models)
When you install the WAHT-SD1 (not supplied) in the DIR-TC1 slot, you can enjoy wireless
performance by transmission of the sound to the surround speakers. For details, see the operating
instructions of the WAHT-SD1.
Note
• Be sure to make connections securely to avoid hum and noise.
• When you connect another component with a volume control, turn up the volume of the other components to a level
where sound is not distorted.
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Basic Operations
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Playing Discs
5 Load a disc.
Place one disc on the tray, and then press A.
Basic Operations
"/1
A
Disc tray
Z
/
X
H
FUNCTION
Adjust the
volume
"/1
FUNCTION
MUTING
VOLUME +/–
./>
H
x
Depending on the DVD VIDEO or VIDEO CD,
some operations may be different or restricted.
Refer to the operating instructions supplied with
your disc.
1 Turn on your TV.
2 Switch the input selector on the TV to
this system.
3 Press "/1.
The system turns on.
Unless the system is set to “DVD,” press
FUNCTION to select “DVD.”
4 Press A.
Note
• When you play an 8 cm disc, place it on the
inner circle of the tray. Be careful that the disc is
not skewed on the inner circle of the tray.
• Do not forcibly press the disc tray closed with
your finger, as this may cause malfunction.
• Do not place more than one disc on the tray.
6 Press H.
The system starts playback (continuous
play).
Adjust the volume on the unit.
The volume level appears on the TV screen
and in the front panel display.
Note
• Depending on the system status, the volume level
may not appear on the TV screen.
To save the power in standby
mode
Press "/1 while the system turns on. To cancel
standby mode, press "/1 once.
Additional operations
To Press
Stop x
Pause X
Resume play after pause X or H
Go to the next chapter,
track, or scene
Go back to the preceding
chapter, track, or scene
Turn off the sound
temporarily
> (except for JPEG)
. (except for JPEG)
MUTING. To cancel,
press it again or
VOLUME + to adjust
the sound volume.
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To Press
Stop play and remove the
disc
Replay the previous scene* (instant
Briefly fast forward the
current scene**
* DVD VIDEOs/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs only. The
button can be used except for DivX video files.
** DVD VIDEOs/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs/DVD+RWs/
DVD+Rs only. The button can be used except for
DivX video files.
Basic Operations
Note
• You may not be able to use the instant replay or
instant advance function with some scenes.
Z on the remote or A
on the unit.
replay) during
playback.
advance) during
playback.
Enjoying the Radio or Other Components
(instant
FUNCTION
SYSTEM
MENU
X/x/c,
Selecting the connected component
You can use a VCR or other components
connected to the TV/VIDEO jacks on the rear
panel. Refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the components for further
information.
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “TV/
VIDEO” appears in the front panel display.
Each time you press FUNCTION, the mode of
the system changes in the following sequence.
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DVD t TUNER FM t TUNER AM t
TV/VIDEO t AUDIO t …
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Changing the input level of the sound from connected components
Enjoying TV or VCR Sound from All Speakers
Distortion may occur when listening to a
component connected to the TV/VIDEO jacks
on the rear panel or to the AUDIO IN jack on the
front panel. This is not a malfunction and will
depend on the component connected.
To prevent this, you can change the input level
from the sound of the other components.
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “TV/
VIDEO” or “AUDIO” appears in the
front panel display.
2 Press SYSTEM MENU.
3 Press X/x repeatedly until
“ATTENUATE” appears in the front
panel display, then press or c.
4 Press X/x to select a setting.
The default setting is underlined.
• “ATT ON”
The output level is changed.
• “ATT OFF”: normal input level.
: attenuates the input level.
5 Press .
The setting is made.
6 Press SYSTEM MENU.
The system menu turns off.
You can enjoy TV or VCR sound from all the
speakers in this system.
For details, see “Step 1: Connecting the System
and TV” (page 10), “Connecting the TV
(Advanced)” (page 20), and “Connecting Other
Components” (page 23).
FUNCTION
SOUND
FIELD
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “TV/
VIDEO” appears in the front panel
display.
2 Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly until
the sound field you want appears in the
front panel display.
When you want to output the TV sound or
stereo sound of a 2 channel source from the
6 speakers, select the “PRO LOGIC,” “PLII
MOVIE,” or “PLII MUSIC” sound field.
For details of sound field, see page 29.
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Selecting the Movie or Music Mode
You can choose a suitable sound mode for
movies or music.
MOVIE/
MUSIC
Basic Operations
Press MOVIE/MUSIC during playback.
Press MOVIE/MUSIC repeatedly until the
mode you want lights up in the front panel
display. The default setting is underlined.
•AUTO
: selects the mode automatically to
produce the sound effect depending on the
disc.
• MOVIE: provides the sound for movies.
• MUSIC: provides the sound for music.
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• When the movie or music mode is selected,
“MOVIE” or “MUSIC” is displayed in the front panel
display. When neither “MOVIE” or “MUSIC” is
displayed in the front panel display, “AUTO” is
selected.
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Sound Adjustments
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Enjoying Surround Sound by Using Sound Field
You can take advantage of surround sound
simply by selecting one of the system’s preprogrammed sound fields. They bring exciting
and powerful sound of movie theaters into your
home.
SOUND
FIELD
Press SOUND FIELD.
Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly until the sound
field you want appears in the front panel display.
All sound field
Sound field Display
AUTO FORMAT DIRECT
STANDARD
AUTO FORMAT DIRECT
MULTI
Dolby Pro Logic PRO LOGIC
Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE PLII MOVIE
Dolby Pro Logic II MUSIC PLII MUSIC
2 CHANNEL STEREO 2CH STEREO
A.F.D. STD
A.F.D. MULTI
Automatic outputting of the original sound
x AUTO FORMAT DIRECT STANDARD
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.
Outputting the sound from multiple speakers
x AUTO FORMAT DIRECT MULTI
This mode lets you enjoy audio playback of all
types of discs from multiple speakers.
Note
• The sound is not output from multiple speakers
depending on the source.
Outputting 2 channel sources like CDs by 5.1channel
x Dolby Pro Logic
Dolby Pro Logic produces five output channels
from 2 channel sources. This mode performs Pro
Logic decoding to the input signal and output to
front, center, and surround speakers.
Meanwhile, the surround channel becomes
monaural.
x Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE/MUSIC
Dolby Pro Logic II produces five full-bandwidth
output channels from 2 channel sources. This is
done using an advanced, high-purity matrix
surround decoder that extracts the spatial
properties of the original recording without
adding any new sounds or tonal colorations.
Note
• When the input signal is multi channel source, Dolby
Pro Logic and Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE/MUSIC
are canceled and the multi channel source is output
directly.
Sound Adjustments
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• When the bilingual broadcast sound is input, Dolby
Pro Logic and Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE/MUSIC
are not effective.
Using only the front speaker and subwoofer
x 2 CHANNEL STEREO
This mode outputs the sound from the front left
and right speakers and subwoofer. Standard 2
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.
To turn the surround effect off
Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly until “A.F.D.
STD” or “2CH STEREO” appears in the front
panel display.
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