Sony SS-TS6, SS-TS7, SS-TS5 User Manual

4-248-450-11(2)

Compact AV

System

Operating Instructions

DAV-FC7

©2003 Sony Corporation

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

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

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

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. Caution – The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.

This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. The label is located on the bottom of the unit.

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

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 bottom of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. DAV-FC7

Serial No.______________

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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 system.

–Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the system 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.

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 mains outlet, 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 buildup.

•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 Compact AV 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.

Welcome!

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

Precautions

On power sources

AC power cord 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 volume, 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 ventilation slots by putting anything on the system. The system is equipped with a high power amplifier. If the ventilation slots on the top surface are blocked, the unit can overheat and malfunction.

•Do not place the system on a soft surface such as a rug that might block the ventilation holes on the bottom.

•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 system 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 discs. If you don’t, the disc may be damaged.

•For power saving purposes, the system can be completely turned off by the "/1 button on the system. Though the LED remains lit for a while, the system is completely off.

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.

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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 colour

If the speakers should cause the TV screen to have colour irregularity, turn off the TV at once then turn it on after 15 to 30 minutes. If colour irregularity should persist, place the speakers farther away from the set.

The nameplate is located on the bottom exterior of the unit.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Caution: This system is capable of holding a still video image or on-screen display image on your television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still video image or on-screen display image displayed on your TV for an extended period of time you risk permanent damage to your television screen. Projection televisions are especially susceptible to this.

On moving the system

When you carry the system, use the following procedure to protect the inner mechanism. Remove the disc, and then press and hold the x button on the system. After “MECHA LOCK” is displayed on the front panel display, remove the AC power cord from a wall outlet.

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Table of Contents
Welcome! ................................................	3
Precautions ..............................................	4
About this Manual...................................	7
This System Can Play the Following
Discs .................................................	7
Terms for discs........................................	7
Notes about Discs .................................	10
Note on DVD 5-DISC changer .............	10
Guide to the Control Menu Display......	11
Getting Started
Unpacking .............................................	13
Inserting Batteries into the Remote.......	13
Step 1: Speaker System Hookup...........	14
Step 2: Antenna Hookups .....................	18
Step 3: TV and Video Component
Hookups..........................................	20
Step 4: Connecting the AC Power
Cords...............................................	22
Speaker Setup........................................	23
Playing Discs
Playing Discs ........................................	24
Resuming Playback from the Point Where
You Stopped the Disc .....................	27
(Resume Play)
Using the DVD’s Menu ........................	27
Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC Functions
(Ver. 2.0).........................................	28
(PBC Playback)
Playing an MP3 Audio Track ...............	29
Playing JPEG Image Files ....................	30
Selecting the Play Mode .......................	33
(All Discs, One Disc, or Album)
Creating Your Own Program ................	34
(Program Play)
Playing in Random Order .....................	35
(Shuffle Play)
Playing Repeatedly ...............................	36
(Repeat Play)
Searching for a Particular Point on a
Disc .................................................	37
(Scan, Slow-motion Play)
Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track/
Index/Album/File............................	38

Viewing Disc Information ....................	40
Sound Adjustments
Changing the Sound..............................	45
Enjoying Surround Sound ....................	47
Using the Sound Effect.........................	50
Using Various Additional
Functions
Changing the Angles ............................	51
Displaying Subtitles..............................	52
Locking Discs .......................................	53
(CUSTOM PARENTAL
CONTROL, PARENTAL
CONTROL)
Other Operations
Controlling TV with the Supplied
Remote ...........................................	58
Using the Video or Other Unit .............	59
Enjoying the Radio ...............................	60
Using the Sleep Timer ..........................	63
To change the brightness of the front panel
display ............................................	63
Returning to the default settings ...........	64
Settings and Adjustments
Using the Setup Display .......................	65
Setting the Display or Sound Track
Language ........................................	66
(LANGUAGE SETUP)
Settings for the Display ........................	67
(SCREEN SETUP)
Custom Settings ....................................	68
(CUSTOM SETUP)
Settings for the Speakers ......................	70
(SPEAKER SETUP)

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Additional Information

Troubleshooting ....................................	74
Specifications ........................................	77
Glossary ................................................	78
Index to Parts and Controls...................	81
Language code list ................................	86
DVD Setup Menu List ..........................	87
Index .....................................................	88
Quick reference for Remote
Commander ......................	Back cover

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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 system if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote.

•In this manual, the European model is used for illustration and on-screen display (OSD) purpose.

•The following symbols are used in this manual.

Symbol Meaning

Functions available for DVD VIDEOs and DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs in video mode or 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 MP3* audio tracks

Functions available for JPEG 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

Disc logo

discs

DVD VIDEO

Super Audio

CD

VIDEO CD

Format of

Disc logo

discs

Audio CD

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

The “DVD VIDEO” logo is a trademark.

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 28), 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.

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DVD

Disc

Title

structure

VIDEO

Chapter

Disc

CD, Super

Track

Audio CD,

or CD

structure

Index

MP3

Disc

Album

structure

Track

JPEG

Disc

Album

structure

File

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	Enjoy video playback (moving
without PBC	pictures) as well as music.
functions
(Ver. 1.1 discs)
VIDEO CDs	Play interactive software using
with PBC	menu screens displayed on the
functions	TV screen (PBC Playback), in
(Ver. 2.0 discs)	addition to the video playback
	functions of Ver. 1.1 discs.
	Moreover, you can play high-
	resolution 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 labelled with the same region code.

DVDs labelled ALL will also play on this system. 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:

–music 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

•DVD-RWs in VR (Video Recording) mode

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• Progressive JPEG file

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

Do not load the following discs:

•A DVD with a different region code (page 8, 80).

•A disc that is neither standard or 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.

Notes about CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-RW (Video mode)

In some cases, CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-RW (Video mode) 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.

Copyrights

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents, other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation, and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. 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 Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

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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 centre out.

•Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs.

This system can only play back a standard circular disc. Using neither standard nor circular discs (e.g., card, heart, or star shape) may cause a malfunction.

Do not use a disc that has a commercially available accessory attached, such as a label or ring.

Note on DVD 5-DISC changer

Disc changer system

	Stocker
	DISC 1
	DISC 2
Disc
DISC 3	DISC 4
	DISC 5

Playing unit

The disc changer consists of a playing unit and a stocker which transports the discs to the disc slot and the playing unit.

For example, if you press DISC 3, the stocker moves until the DISC 3 comes to the position of the playing unit and then moves the DISC 3 over the playing unit.

Notes

•Do not insert or eject discs while playing.

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

•8 cm (3-inch) CDs or DVDs cannot be stored in the stocker.

•Do not insert an 8 cm (3-inch) CD with an 8 cm (3- inch) adapter. It may damage the system and disc.

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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/		titles or tracks
Super Audio CD/CD: track number)		recorded			Total number of chapters or indexes recorded
	Disc number and			Currently playing
				title name	Playback status
Currently playing chapter	name or disc type				(NPlayback, XPause, xStop, etc.)
number (Video CD/Super		1:DVD
Audio CD/CD: index number)					DVD	Type of disc being
		1 2 ( 2 7 ) MAKING SCENE				played back
		1 8 ( 3 4 )
Playing time
		T	1 : 3 2 : 5 5
Icon of selected		1: ENGLISH				Current setting
Control Menu item		2: FRENCH				Options
		3: SPANISH
Control Menu items

Function name of selected	SUBTITLE
Control Menu item	Select:	ENTER
Operation message
List of Control Menu Items
DISC		Displays the disc name or the disc type inserted into the system.

TITLE (DVD only) (page 38)/ Selects the title (DVD), or the track (VIDEO CD) to be

SCENE (only VIDEO CD in PBC playback) / played.

Displays the scene (VIDEO CD in PBC playback).

TRACK (VIDEO CD only) (page 38)

CHAPTER (DVD only) (page 39)/ Selects the chapter (DVD) or the index (VIDEO CD) to be

INDEX (VIDEO CD only) (page 39)	played.
ALBUM (MP3 only) (page 29, 38) Selects the album (MP3) to be played.

TRACK (Super Audio CD/CD/ Selects the track (Super Audio CD/CD/MP3) to be played.

MP3 only) (page 29, 38)

INDEX (Super Audio CD/CD only)	Displays the index and selects the index (Super Audio CD) to
(page 39)	be played.
TIME (page 40)	Checks the elapsed time and the remaining playback time.
	Inputs the time code for picture and music searching.
AUDIO (DVD/VIDEO CD/Super	Changes the audio setting.
Audio CD/CD/MP3 only) (page 45)
SUBTITLE (DVD only) (page 52)	Displays the subtitles.
	Changes the subtitle language.
ALBUM (JPEG only) (page 31)	Selects the album (JPEG) to be played.

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FILE (JPEG only) (page 31)

Selects the file (JPEG) to be played.

DATE (JPEG only) (page 44)	Displays the date information.
ANGLE (DVD only) (page 51)	Changes the angle.
PLAYMODE (VIDEO CD/Super	Selects the play mode.
Audio CD/CD/MP3/JPEG only) (page 33, 36)
REPEAT (page 36)	Plays the entire disc (all titles/all tracks), one title/chapter/
	track/album, or contents of program repeatedly.
CUSTOM PARENTAL	Sets the disc to prohibit playing.
CONTROL (page 53)

Tips

• Each time you press DVD DISPLAY, the Control Menu display changes as follows:

Control Menu display 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 only 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)

•AM loop antenna (1)

•FM wire antenna (1)

•Speaker cords (3.5m × 3, 10m × 2, 5m × 1)

(12ft. × 3, 34ft. × 2, 17ft. × 1)

•Video cord (1)

•Remote Commander (remote) RM-SP900 (1)

•R6 (size AA) batteries (2)

•Operating Instructions (1)

•Speakers-connection and Installation (card)

(1)

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. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the system.

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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 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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Step 1: Speaker System Hookup

Connect the supplied speaker system using the supplied speaker cords by matching the colours 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 23.

Required cords

Speaker cords

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

(–)

(–)

(+)

(+)

colour tube

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Terminals for connecting the speakers

Connect	To the
Front speakers	SPEAKER FRONT L (white) and R (red) jacks
Surround speakers	SPEAKER SURR L (blue) and R (grey) jacks
Centre speaker	SPEAKER CENTER (green) jack
Subwoofer	SPEAKER WOOFER (purple) jack
	Front speaker (R)	Front speaker (L)
	Centre speaker

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FRONT R	CENTER	FRONT L	SCAN SELECT					MONITOR OUT
				VIDEO 1			VIDEO 2		S VIDEO
								VIDEO
			SELECTABLE	AUDIO OUT	VIDEO OUT		AUDIO IN	VIDEO IN	AM
SURR R	WOOFER	SURR L	R	L		R	L
			INTERLACE

COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT						OPTICAL	FM
						DIGITAL	75
SPEAKER						IN
						VIDEO 2	COAXIAL
R	L		Y	PB/CB	PR/CR
	AUDIO IN	VIDEO IN	COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Surround speaker (R)

Subwoofer

Surround speaker (L)

Note on placing speakers

Use caution when placing the subwoofer or a speaker stand (not supplied) that is attached with the front/surround speakers on a specially treated (waxed, oiled, polished, etc.) floor, as staining or discoloration may result.

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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.

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

After connecting all the components, speakers, and AC power cord, output a test tone to check that all the speakers are connected correctly. For details on outputting a test tone, see page 71.

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.

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 and will lack bass and may be distorted.

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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.

Note

Be careful not to damage the surface you use (desk, etc.) when attaching/detaching the speaker cords.

Tips

•You can use any commercially sold speaker cable of gauge cord AWG #18 - AWG #24.

•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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Step 2: Antenna Hookups

Connect the supplied AM/FM antennas for listening to the radio.

Terminals for connecting the antennas

Connect the	To the
AM loop antenna	AM terminals
FM wire antenna	FM 75Ω COAXIAL jack

AM loop antenna

FRONT R	CENTER	FRONT L	SCAN SELECT					MONITOR OUT
				VIDEO 1			VIDEO 2		S VIDEO
								VIDEO
			SELECTABLE	AUDIO OUT	VIDEO OUT		AUDIO IN	VIDEO IN	AM
SURR R	WOOFER	SURR L	R	L		R	L
			INTERLACE

COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT						OPTICAL	FM
						DIGITAL	75
SPEAKER						IN
						VIDEO 2	COAXIAL
R	L		Y	PB/CB	PR/CR
	AUDIO IN	VIDEO IN	COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

FM wire antenna

Notes

•To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away from the system and other components.

•Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna.

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

Tip

When you connect the supplied AM loop antenna, the cord (A) and the cord (B) can be connected in either terminal.

A

AM

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 as shown below.

Outdoor FM

System

antenna

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 colour-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	MONITOR OUT jack
VCR	VIDEO 1 jacks
Digital satellite receiver	VIDEO 2 jacks

Notes

•When you select VIDEO 1 using the FUNCTION button, the signal is not output via VIDEO OUT and AUDIO OUT L/R jacks (VIDEO 1).

•When you use the VIDEO 1 line outputs, please set the system to 2CH STEREO mode. If the system is not in 2CH STEREO mode, the line outputs may not function properly.

•When the mode of the system is set to “DVD,” the signal is output from the S VIDEO OUT or COMPONENT OUT jacks.

•When the mode of the system is set to “DVD” and “PROGRESSIVE” is selected in “SCREEN SETUP,” the signal is output only from the COMPONENT OUT jacks.

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 68).

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	VCR	Digital satellite receiver or
		PlayStation 2 etc.
VIDEO	VIDEO	VIDEO	OPTICAL
OUT	IN	OUT	DIGITAL
			OUT
AUDIO AUDIO		AUDIO
OUT	IN	OUT
L		L
R		R
OUT	IN	OUT	OUT

FRONT R	CENTER	FRONT L	SCAN SELECT					MONITOR OUT
				VIDEO 1			VIDEO 2		S VIDEO
								VIDEO
			SELECTABLE	AUDIO OUT	VIDEO OUT		AUDIO IN	VIDEO IN	AM
SURR R	WOOFER	SURR L	R	L		R	L
			INTERLACE

COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT						OPTICAL	FM
						DIGITAL	75
SPEAKER						IN
						VIDEO 2	COAXIAL
R	L		Y	PB/CB	PR/CR
	AUDIO IN	VIDEO IN	COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

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IN	IN	IN
COMPONENT	INPUT	INPUT
VIDEO IN
Y	VIDEO	S VIDEO
	IN	IN
PB/CB
PR/CR
TV with COMPONENT	TV	TV with S VIDEO IN jack
VIDEO IN jacks

Setup for the system (for Asian and Australian models)

Setup is necessary for the system, depending on the TV to be connected.

The initial setting for Asian models is NTSC; Australian models is PAL.

If the colour system of the TV is PAL*

To set the system to PAL, turn on the system by pressing "/1 while pressing the X button on the system. You need to hold the X button until “DAV-FC7” appears on the display. To reset to NTSC, turn off the system and then turn on again using the remote while press and hold the X button on the system, and turn the system off and then on again.

* If the colour system of the TV is NTSC, do the same operation above to set the system to NTSC.

To listen to the TV or game machine (ex: PlayStation 2) sound by using the system

Connect the audio output jacks of the TV or game machine to the VIDEO 2 AUDIO IN jacks of the system with the audio cords (optional).

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Step 4: Connecting the AC Power Cords

Before connecting the AC power cords of this system to a wall outlet, connect the speakers to the system (see page 15).

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Speaker Setup

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 centre speaker up to 1.6 metres a) closer (B) and the surround speakers up to 4.6 metres b) closer (C) to the listening position.

The front speakers can be placed from 1.0 to 7.0 metres c) (A) from the listening position.

Canadian numerical equivalents:

a)5 feet (1.5 metres)

b)15 feet (4.5 metres)

c)3 to 23 feet (0.9 to 6.9 metres)

Place speakers as illustrated below

Note

Do not place the centre and surround speakers farther away from the listening position than the front speakers.

About magnetically shielded speakers (to prevent colour 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 metre (1.0 foot) from the TV set. If it is installed too close, colour irregularity may occur on the screen. If colour irregularity occurs, turn off the TV set once, then turn it on after 15 to 30 minutes. If colour irregularity occurs again, place the subwoofer farther away from the TV set. If colour irregularity still occurs after performing the above, make sure that no magnetic object is placed near the subwoofer. Colour 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 “Setting for the Speakers” (page 70).

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4

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 1-5 A		Adjust the	5
Disc slot /indicators	H	volume

Press DISC 1–5 A.

Press the button of the disc number you want.

“READY!” appears in the front panel display and the system is ready for loading the disc.

Example: When you want to load the disc to the disc stocker 1, press DISC 1 A.

If there is a disc in the stocker that you select, the disc is ejected, “READY!” appears in the front panel display, then the system is ready for loading the disc.

Load a disc.

Push the disc into the disc slot until the disc is pulled in automatically.

The disc is drawn into the selected disc stocker automatically and “READING” appears in the front panel display.

	"/1/	FUNCTION	Connect	With the playback side facing down
			headphone
	STANDBY indicator
	DISC SKIP
			"/1
	FUNCTION

1

2

3

		To load other discs, press DISC 1-5 A (that
		is not loaded a disc) and load the disc after
	H	“READY!” appears in the front panel
		display.
	6
		Press H.
	Turn on your TV.	The system starts playback (continuous
	Switch the input selector on the TV to	play) of the disc whose DISC indicator is
	this system.	green.
	Press "/1 on the system.	To playback other discs, press DISC SKIP
		on the remote or DISC 1-DISC 5
	The system turns on.
		of the system. Adjust the volume on the
	Unless the mode of the system is set to
		system.
	“DVD,” press FUNCTION to select
	“DVD.”

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After following Step 6

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 27), (VIDEO CD: page 28).

To remove the disc

Press DISC 1-5 A on the system, or Z on the remote. When you press Z on the remote, the disc in the stocker whose DISC indicator is green is ejected. Remove the disc after it is ejected from the system. “READY!” appears in the front panel display.

To turn on the system

Press "/1 on the system. The system turns on. In standby mode, the system also turns on by pressing A on the system or by pressing H.

To turn off the system

Press "/1 on the remote. The system enters standby mode and the STANDBY indicator lights up in red. To turn off the system completely, remove the AC power cord from a wall outlet.

While playing a disc, do not turn off the system by pressing "/1 on the system. Doing so may cancel the menu settings. When you turn off the system, first press x to stop playback and then press "/1 on the remote.

Tips

•If a disc is already loaded to any disc stocker, you can play it back simply by pressing the H or its corresponding DISC 1-DISC 5, even if the previous music source was not a DVD. The function changes to DVD and playback starts (Auto-Function). However, if Program Play is on, you can only start playback by pressing the H.

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

–green: the disc is chosen, or the disc is being play backed.

–off: there is no disc.

–orange: a disc is loaded to the disc stocker, however, the disc is not chosen.

Saving the power in standby mode

Press "/1 on the system or "/1 on the remote once.

Tips

While the system is in standby mode, the STANDBY indicator on the system lights up.

To cancel standby mode

Press "/1 on the remote once.

Discs Playing

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Additional operations

Z

DISC SKIP

./>	X

H x

MUTING

VOLUME +/–

Notes

•If there is no disc in the system, “READY!” appears on the front panel display.

•If DVD playback is paused for approximately one hour, the system automatically turns off.

To	Press
Stop	x
Pause*	X
Resume play from 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	Z
disc
Mute the sound	MUTING. To cancel
	muting, press it again
	or VOLUME + to
	adjust the sound
	volume.
Change a disc while playing	DISC SKIP
another disc
Play the desired disc directly	DISC 1-5 on the
	system.
Stop play and remove the	DISC 1-5 A on the
desired disc	system.

* You cannot pause during JPEG playback.

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Resuming Playback from the Point Where You Stopped the Disc

(Resume Play)

When you stop the disc, the system remembers the point where you pressed x and “RESUME” appears in the front panel display. As long as you do not remove the disc, Resume Play will work even if the system enters standby mode by pressing "/1.

Using the DVD’s Menu

A DVD is divided into a lot of sections, which make up a picture or music feature. These sections are called “titles.” When you play a DVD which contains several titles, you can select the title you want using DVD TOP MENU/ALBUM–.

When you play DVDs that allow you to select items such as the language for the subtitles and the language for the sound, select these items using DVD MENU/ALBUM+.

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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

•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.

Tip

To play from the beginning of the disc, press x twice, then press H.

Number buttons

DVD TOP	DVD MENU/
MENU/	ALBUM+
ALBUM–
	C/X/x/c/
	ENTER

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.

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Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC Functions (Ver. 2.0)

(PBC Playback)

With PBC (Playback Control) functions, you can enjoy simple interactive operations, search functions, and other such operations.

PBC playback allows you to play VIDEO CDs interactively by following the menu on the TV screen.

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.

Number buttons

./>

H x

X/x/

ENTER

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

4

Press ENTER.

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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