3-283-038-11(1) DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions DAV-DZ270 / HDZ278 ©2008 Sony Corporation
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6) Clean only with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.
About This Operating Instructions • The instructions in this Operating Instructions describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the controls on the unit if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote. • The instructions in this manual are for DAVDZ270 and DAV-HDZ278. DAV-DZ270 is the model used for illustration purposes. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “DAV-DZ270 only.” • The Control Menu items may vary depending on the area.
Table of Contents About This Operating Instructions..........4 Playable Discs ......................................... 6 Getting Started Step 1: Positioning the System... 12 Step 2: Connecting the System... 15 Step 3: Performing the Quick Setup........................................ 27 Step 4: Enjoying Sound from all the Speakers.................................. 30 Sound Adjustment Enjoying Surround Sound by Using Decoding Mode ..............................32 Selecting the Sound Mode .................
Playable Discs Type Disc logo Characteristics DVD VIDEO • DVD VIDEO • DVD-R/DVD-RW in DVD VIDEO format or video mode • DVD+R/DVD+RW in DVD VIDEO format VR (Video Recording) mode • DVD-R/DVD-RW in VR (Video Recording) mode (except for DVD-R DL) Super Audio CD • Super Audio CD VIDEO CD • VIDEO CD (Ver. 1.1 and 2.
2) JPEG image files must conform to the DCF image file format. (DCF “Design rule for Camera File system”: Image standards for digital cameras regulated by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).) 3) Except for United Kingdom and North American models. 4) DivX® is a video file compression technology, developed by DivX, Inc. 5) DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used under license.
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 a Multi Session CD when an MP3 file is contained in the first session. Any subsequent MP3 files recorded in later sessions can also be played back.
This system incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMITM) technology. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. “BRAVIA” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
Getting Started Getting Started Unpacking • Front speakers (2) and surround speakers (2) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Calibration mic (1) or • Foot pads (1 set) • Center speaker (1) • Speaker cords (6, red/white/ green/gray/blue/purple) • Video cord (1) • Subwoofer (1) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) 10GB • Operating Instructions • Speaker and TV connections (card)
Inserting batteries into the remote 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.
Getting Started Step 1: Positioning the System 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) and the surround speakers up to 5.0 meters (16 ft) closer (C) to the front speakers. The front speakers can be placed from 1.0 to 7.0 meters (3 to 23 ft) (A) from the listening position.
To install the speakers on a wall Color tube Front speaker (L): White Front speaker (R): Red Center speaker: Green Surround speaker (L): Blue Surround speaker (R): Gray 1 Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the hole on the back of each speaker. See the illustrations below. 4 mm (5/32 inch) 5 mm (7/32 inch) 30 mm (1 3/16 inches) 2 Hole on the back of the speaker 10 mm (13/32 inch) Fasten the screws to the wall.
Getting Started 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.
Step 2: Connecting the System 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. 3 DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (DAV-HDZ278 only) 3 Portable audio source 2 TV 3 VCR, digital satellite receiver, or PlayStation, etc.
Getting Started 1 Connecting the Speakers The connector and color tube of the speaker cords are the same color as the label of the jacks to be connected. Be sure to match the speaker cords to the appropriate terminals on the speakers: the speaker cord with the color tube to 3, and the speaker cord without the color tube to #. Do not catch the speaker cord insulation in the speaker terminals. Rear of speaker Color tube (+) (–) Connector When connecting to the unit, insert the connector until it clicks.
DAV-HDZ278 Rear panel FRONT L SUR R SUR L COAXIAL 75 FM CENTER AM DIGITAL IN SUBWOOFER COAXIAL DC5V 0.
Getting Started 2 Connecting the TV Use the parts as follows: • Video cord (1) To listen to TV sound from the six speakers of the system, connect the TV and the system with the audio cord (not supplied) (A). For video output to your TV, check the video input jacks of the TV, and select connection method A, B, or C. Picture quality improves in order from A (standard) to C (HDMI).
DAV-HDZ278 Getting Started Digital optical cord (not supplied) Audio cord (not supplied) Digital coaxial cord (not supplied) DIGITA COAXIAL White Red L IN TV/VID R AUDIO IN TV/VIDE L O OPTICAL EO or To the AUDIO OUT jacks of the TV To the digital coaxial output jack of the TV To the digital optical output jack of the TV FRONT L SUR R SUR L COAXIAL 75 FM CENTER Rear panel ANTENNA SPEAKER FRONT R SPEAKER AM DIGITAL IN SUBWOOFER COAXIAL DC5V 0.
Getting Started To change 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. 1 2 Turn off the system by pressing "/1. Turn on the system by pressing "/1 while pressing X on the unit.
3 Connecting the other components Getting Started You can enjoy the connected component using the six speakers of the system. • Portable audio source: A • DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter: B (DAV-HDZ278 only) DAV-DZ270 Stereo mini-plug cord (not supplied) To the portable audio source Front panel (USB) port (See page 67.
DAV-HDZ278 Getting Started Stereo mini-plug cord (not supplied) To the portable audio source Front panel FRONT L SUR R Rear panel ANTENNA SPEAKER FRONT R SUR L COAXIAL 75 FM SPEAKER CENTER AM DIGITAL IN SUBWOOFER COAXIAL DC5V 0.7A MAX OPTICAL TV/VIDEO HDMI OUT DMPORT Y PB/CB PR/CR COMPONENT VIDEO OUT R VIDEO OUT AUDIO IN L TV/VIDEO DC5V X 0.7A MA Tip DMPO • You can connect another component, such as VCR, instead of the TV. For connection details, see page 18.
If your TV has multiple audio/video inputs VCR, digital satellite receiver or PlayStation, etc. TV VCR, digital satellite receiver or PlayStation, etc. System :Signal flow Select the component on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. If the TV does not have multiple audio/video inputs, a switcher will be necessary to receive the sound from more than two components. 23GB Getting Started You can enjoy the sound with the speakers of the system through the connected TV.
Getting Started 4 Connecting the antenna (aerial) DAV-DZ270 AM loop antenna (aerial) (supplied) A B Note • Cord (A) or cord (B) can be connected to either terminal.
DAV-HDZ278 Getting Started AM loop antenna (aerial) (supplied) A B Note • Cord (A) or cord (B) can be connected to either terminal. FRONT L SUR R SUR L COAXIAL 75 FM CENTER Rear panel ANTENNA SPEAKER FRONT R SPEAKER AM DIGITAL IN SUBWOOFER COAXIAL DC5V 0.
Getting Started 5 Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) Before connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) of the unit to a wall outlet (mains), connect all the speakers to the unit.
LANGUAGE SETUP OSD: MENU: AUDIO: SUBTITLE: ENGLISH ENGLISH FRENCH SPANISH PORTUGUESE Getting Started Step 3: Performing the Quick Setup Follow the Steps below to make the basic adjustments for using the system. Note • When you connect the system and the TV with the component video cord (not supplied) or HDMI cable (not supplied), you need to set the type of video output for matching your TV. For details, see “Setting the type of video output to match your TV” (page 29).
Getting Started 10 Press . 11 Connect the calibration mic to the volume down. Give consideration to children and neighbors. • Avoid being in the measurement area and making noise during the measurement (which takes about 3 minutes), as it may interfere with measurement. A.CAL MIC jack on the front panel. Set up the calibration mic at the ear level using a tripod, etc. (not supplied).
4 • [720 × 480p]**: The system outputs 720 × 480p* video signals. The Quick Setup display appears. * i: interlace, p: progressive ** Depending on the country model, [720 × 576p] may appear. Setting the type of video output to match your TV Note • When “HDMI” lights up in the front panel display, images other than [720 × 480p] or [720 × 576p] are stretched vertically. Depending on the connection of the TV (page 18), select the type of video output of the system.
Getting Started [ON]: The system outputs progressive signals. Select this setting when: – your TV accepts progressive signals, and, – the TV is connected to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. When you select [ON], the confirmation display appears. Follow the Steps below. 8 Step 4: Enjoying Sound from all the Speakers You can enjoy DVD, TV, or VCR sound from all the speakers in this system. Press C/c to select [START]. The system outputs the progressive signal for 5 seconds.
* DAV-DZ270 only ** DAV-HDZ278 only 4 Press SYSTEM MENU. Press X/x repeatedly until “DEC. MODE” appears in the front panel display, then press or c. Press X/x repeatedly until the decoding mode 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 six speakers, select the “PRO LOGIC,” “PLII MOVIE,” or “PLII MUSIC” decoding mode. For details, see page 32.
Sound Adjustment Enjoying Surround Sound by Using Decoding Mode You can enjoy surround sound simply by selecting one of the system’s pre-programmed decoding modes. They bring exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters into your home. SYSTEM MENU X/x/c, 1 2 3 32GB Press SYSTEM MENU. Press X/x repeatedly until “DEC. MODE” appears in the front panel display, then press or c. Press X/x repeatedly until the decoding mode you want appears in the front panel display. Display Decoding mode Effect “A.F.
Decoding mode Effect “PLII MOVIE” Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE Performs Pro Logic II movie mode decoding to the input signal and produces five full-bandwidth output channels from 2 channel sources. This setting is ideal for watching videos of overdubbed or old movies. This mode outputs sound from all the speakers and subwoofer. Sound may not be output from all speakers depending on the source.
Selecting the Sound Mode Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound You can select a suitable sound mode for movies or music. (DUAL MONO) (DAV-HDZ278 only) You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when the system receives or plays the Dolby Digital multiplex broadcast signal. Note SOUND MODE • To receive the Dolby Digital signal, you need to connect a TV or other component to the unit with an optical or coaxial digital cord (page 18) and set the digital output mode of the TV or other component to Dolby Digital.
Place one disc on the tray, and then press A. Disc Playing a Disc Disc Depending on the DVD VIDEO or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your disc. 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.
– [CONTROL FOR HDMI] is set to [OFF] (page 64). To use the headphones Connect the headphones to PHONES jack on the unit. The sound of the system is muted. To Press Replay the previous scene (10 seconds before)7) (instant replay) during playback. (instant advance) Briefly fast forward the during playback.
To display the subtitles * * * Except for United Kingdom and North American models. Press SUBTITLE during playback to select the desired subtitle language. Note • Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may not be able to change the subtitles even if multilingual subtitles are recorded on the disc. You also may not be able to turn them off. • You can change the subtitles if the DivX video file has an “.AVI” or “.
Note • While the system is playing a Super VCD on which the audio track 2 is not recorded, no sound will come out when you select [2:STEREO], [2:1/L], or [2:2/R]. x DATA CD (DivX video file)/DATA DVD (DivX video file) (Except for United Kingdom and North American models) Example: MP3 audio Checking the audio signal format * 1:MP3 128k Bit rate * * Except for United Kingdom and North American models.
1 To select a playback layer when playing a hybrid Super Audio CD Some Super Audio CDs consist of an HD layer and a CD layer. You can select the playback layer you want to listen to. 2 Press DISPLAY while the system is in stop mode. Press X/x to select [SUPER AUDIO CD/CD LAYER], then press . Follow the instructions in the menu for interactive operations. To go back to the menu . The options for [SUPER AUDIO CD/CD LAYER] appear.
Note • Depending on where you stop the disc, the system may not resume playback from exactly the same point. • The point where you stopped playing may be cleared when: – you eject the disc. – the system enters standby mode (DATA CD/ DATA DVD only). – you change or reset the settings on the Setup Display. – you change the parental control level. – you change the function by pressing FUNCTION +/–. – you disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
To cancel all of the tracks in the programmed order Selected track PROGRAM 0: 03:51 T 02 –– –– –– –– –– –– –– 01 02 03 04 05 06 Total time of the programmed tracks 6 To program other tracks, repeat Steps 4 to 5. The programmed tracks are displayed in the selected order. 7 1 2 3 Follow Steps 1 to 3 of “Creating your own program.” Press X and select [ALL CLEAR]. Press . Playing in random order (Shuffle Play) Press H to start Program Play. You can play the contents on a disc in random order.
4 Press x DATA CD/DATA DVD . • [OFF]: Off. • [DISC]: You can repeat all of the folders on the disc. • [FOLDER]: You can repeat the current folder. • [TRACK] (MP3 files only): You can repeat the current file. • [FILE] (DivX video files only): You can repeat the current file (except for United Kingdom and North American models). Shuffle Play starts. To return to normal play Press CLEAR, or select [OFF] in Step 3.
Searching/Selecting a Disc Using the DVD’s menu Selecting [ORIGINAL] or [PLAY LIST] on a DVD-VR This function is only available for DVD-VRs with a playlist created. 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.
The number in parentheses indicates the total number of titles, chapters, tracks, indexes, scenes, folders, or files. 98( 99) 13( 99) T 0: 03: 17 DVD VIDEO 3 Input the time code using the number buttons. For example, to find the scene at 2 hours, 10 minutes, and 20 seconds after the beginning. Press 2, 1, 0, 2, 0 ([2:10:20]). 4 Press . Note • You cannot search for a scene on a DVD+RW using the time code. Selected row 3 Press . [** (**)] changes to [– – (**)].
Playing MP3 Files/JPEG Image Files 2 Press X/x to select a folder. x To play MP3 files in a folder Press H to start playing the selected folder. x To select a MP3 file TRACK LIST 03 In the Middle of Nowher... * “Design rule for Camera File system”: Image standards for digital cameras regulated by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).
return to the previous folder, select the folder from the folder list. FOLDER LIST 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 2 Let's Talk About Love (1985) 1st Album (1986) In the Middle of Nowhere (1986) Ready for Romance (1986) In the Garden of Venus (1987) Romantic Warriors (1987) Back for Good (1988) Alone (1999) Press X/x to select a folder. x To play JPEG image files in a folder Press H to start playing the selected folder. x To select a JPEG image file by displaying the subscreens Press PICTURE NAVI.
2 Press DISPLAY while the system is in stop mode. The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen. 3 The options for [INTERVAL] appear. 3 Press X/x to select [MODE (MUSIC, IMAGE)], then press . Press X/x to select a setting. • [AUTO]: You can play both the JPEG image files and MP3 files in the same folder as a slide show. • [MUSIC]: You can play only MP3 files continuously. • [IMAGE]: You can play only JPEG image files as a slide show. 5 6 Press . Press DVD MENU.
Enjoying DivX® Videos “.AVI,” or “.DIVX.” The system will not play files with the extension “.AVI” or “.DIVX” if they do not contain a DivX video. (Except for United Kingdom and North American models) • For details about playable MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files on a DATA CD or DATA DVD, see “Playable Discs” (page 6). Tip Note About DivX video files DivX® is a video file compression technology, developed by DivX, Inc. This product is an official DivX® Certified product.
To select DivX video files, see “Selecting a DivX video file” (page 49). To go to the next or previous page Press / .. To return to the previous folder, select it from the folder list. Tip . To turn off the display Press DVD MENU repeatedly. To stop playback Disc • If the number of viewing times is preset, you can play the DivX video files as many times as the preset number. The following occurrences are counted: – when the system is turned off. – when another file is played.
Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture and Sound Restricting Playback of the Disc [PARENTAL CONTROL] [A/V SYNC] * * * Except for United Kingdom and North American models When the sound does not match the pictures on the TV screen, you can adjust the delay between the picture and sound. 1 Press DISPLAY. The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen. 2 Press X/x to select then press . 2 Press X/x to select a setting. • [OFF]: Off.
Enter a 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press . The display for confirming the password appears. x When you have already registered a password 7 Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press . Set [LEVEL] to [OFF] in Step 11. To play a disc for which [PARENTAL CONTROL] is set 1 Load the disc and press H. The display for entering your password appears. 2 The display for setting the playback limitation level appears.
5 Press X/x to select [SYSTEM SETUP], then press . The options for [SYSTEM SETUP] appear. 6 Press X/x to select [PARENTAL CONTROL t], then press . The display for entering the password appears. 7 8 9 Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press . Press X/x to select [CHANGE PASSWORD t], then press . Using the Setup Display You can make various adjustments of items such as picture and sound. Displayed items vary depending on the country model.
6 Press X/x to select an item, then press . The options for the selected item appear. Example: [TV TYPE] Setting the display or sound track language [LANGUAGE SETUP] Set various languages for the on-screen display or sound track.
Settings for the display x [PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT)] You can set the progressive signal that is output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks to on/off. For details, see “Does your TV accept progressive signals?” (page 29). [VIDEO SETUP] Select settings according to the TV to be connected. VIDEO SETUP TV TYPE: PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT): 4:3 OUTPUT: BLACK LEVEL: BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT): PAUSE MODE: 16:9 OFF FULL ON OFF AUTO [OFF]: The system outputs interlace signals.
x [COLOR SYSTEM (VIDEO CD)] (Asian, Australian, and Middle Eastern models only) You can select the color system when you play a VIDEO CD. Settings for the HDMI Disc [AUTO]: The system outputs the video signal in the system of the disc, either PAL or NTSC. If your TV uses a DUAL system, select [AUTO]. [PAL]: The system changes the video signal of an NTSC disc and outputs it in the PAL system. [NTSC]: The system changes the video signal of a PAL disc and outputs it in the NTSC system.
for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” Sync” (page 64). [OFF]: Off. [ON]: On. You can operate mutually between components that are connected with an HDMI cable. Note • When you set to [ON] without the HDMI connection of the TV, [Please verify the HDMI connection.] appears and you cannot set to [ON].
Note Settings for the audio [AUDIO SETUP] OFF OFF Disc AUDIO SETUP SPEAKER FORMATION: AUTO CALIBRATION: AUDIO DRC: TRACK SELECTION: • 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 53). (Depending on the disc, this function may not work.
[BLUE]: The background is blue. [BLACK]: The background is black. SPEAKER SETUP CONNECTION: DISTANCE(FRONT): DISTANCE(SURROUND): LEVEL(FRONT): LEVEL(SURROUND): TEST TONE FRONT: CENTER: SURROUND: SUBWOOFER: x [PARENTAL CONTROL] You can set the playback restrictions. For details, see “Restricting Playback of the Disc” (page 50). YES YES YES YES x [DivX] (Except for United Kingdom and North American models) You can display the registration code for this system. For more information, go to http://www.
[L/R] 3.0 m/10 ft2)3): Set the surround speaker distance (up to 5.0 meters (16 ft) closer to the front speakers). 1)0.0 to 6.9 meters for North American models. 2)When you perform the Quick Setup (page 27), the default settings are changed. 3) Note [L/R] 3.0 m/10 ft3): Set the front speaker distance. [CENTER] 3.0 m/10 ft3)4): Set the center speaker distance (up to 1.6 meters (5 ft) closer to the front speakers). 1) 0.9 to 6.9 meters for North American models. 2) 0.0 to 6.
test tone is emitted from each speaker in sequence. Adjust the sound level as follows. 1 2 3 4 5 Set the [TEST TONE] to [ON]. Press C/X/x/c repeatedly to select the desired speaker and the level. Press . Repeat Steps 1 to 3. Press C/X/x/c repeatedly to set [TEST TONE] to [OFF] after adjusting the speaker level. Note • The test tone signals are not output from the HDMI OUT jack.
Tip • You can select the preset number directly by pressing the number buttons. Tuner Presetting Radio Stations You can preset 20 FM stations, and 10 AM stations. Before tuning, make sure to turn down the volume to minimum. 7 Press . “COMPLETE” appears in the front panel display, and the station is stored. 8 9 Repeat Steps 2 to 7 to store other stations. Press SYSTEM MENU. • You can operate the tuner function by observing the following display on the TV screen.
If an FM program is noisy Listening to the Radio Preset radio stations in the system’s memory first (see “Presetting Radio Stations” (page 61)). 1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until “TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” appears in the front panel display. If an FM program is noisy, you can select monaural reception. There will be no stereo effect, but reception will improve. 1 2 Press SYSTEM MENU. Press X/x repeatedly until “FM MODE” appears in the front panel display. The last received station is tuned in.
x “TUNER AM” When the station name is set You can input letters, numbers, and other symbols for a radio station. If you make a mistake 7 Press When the station name is not set: 1 Frequency Ex. “AM1 576” Note • The system returns to the original display when several seconds has elapsed. Tuner Press C/c repeatedly until the character to be changed flashes, then press X/x to select the desired character.
Note Control for HDMI/External Audio Device Using the Control for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” Sync This function is available on TVs with the “BRAVIA” Sync function only.
To set the [CONTROL FOR HDMI] function to on/off 1 2 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until “DVD” appears in the front panel display. Press DISPLAY while the system is in stop mode. The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen. 3 Press X/x to select then press . [SETUP], 4 Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then press . The Setup Display appears. 5 Press X/x to select [HDMI SETUP], then press . The options for [HDMI SETUP] appear. 6 7 Press X/x to select [CONTROL FOR HDMI], then press .
Turning the system off in sync with the TV You can also operate the System Audio Control function from the TV menu. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. Note (System Power Off) When you turn the TV off by using the POWER button on the TV’s remote or TV [/1 on the system’s remote, the system turns off automatically. Note • Before using the System Power Off function, set the function for TV power. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.
Playing Back Audio Files/JPEG Image Files of a USB Device 2 Connect a USB device (digital music player or USB storage media) to the (USB) port. When you connect the USB device, “READING” appears in the front panel display until the system reads all data of the USB device. (DAV-DZ270 only) * Files with copyright protection (Digital Rights Management) cannot be played by the system. Note • The system cannot play WMA/AAC files on a DATA CD/DATA DVD.
• Some USB devices cannot be played back on the system depending on the file format. • The system can play back to a depth of 8 folders only. • The system may not be able to play an audio file depending on the kind of file. • When the USB device is inserted, the system reads all the files on the USB device. If there are many folders or files on the USB device, it may take a long time to finish reading the USB device. • Do not connect the system and the USB device through a USB hub.
Press X/x to select a file and press . The system starts playing the selected file. You can turn the file list off by pressing DVD MENU. Pressing DVD MENU again will display the folder list. The folders recorded on the USB device appear. When a folder is being played, its title is shaded. FOLDER LIST 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 Tip • The system can recognize up to 150 audio files in a single folder.
To play the next or previous JPEG image file Press c/C when the Control Menu display is not displayed. Note that you can select the next folder by continuing to press c after the last image on the current folder, but that you cannot return to the previous folder by pressing C. To return to the previous folder, select the folder from the folder list. Note • Some JPEG image files may take longer to display than the option you selected.
• [FOLDER LIST]: The list of folders appears. Follow Step 2 of “Selecting an audio file or folder.” • [PICTURE LIST]: Images of JPEG image files in the folder appear in 16 subscreens. Follow Step 2 of “Selecting a JPEG image file or folder.” Playing repeatedly Searching for an audio file/ JPEG image file/folder, etc. You can search a USB device by audio file, JPEG image file, or folder.
4 Press X/x or the number buttons to select the desired number. Bit rate If you make a mistake, press CLEAR to cancel the number. 5 Press T 0: 13 192k MP3 . The system starts playback from the selected number. Viewing the information of an audio file in the front panel display Press DISPLAY repeatedly.
Tip • Date information is [MM/DD/YYYY]. MM: Month DD: Day YYYY: Year • Date information varies depending on the area. Storing Songs in a USB Device (DAV-DZ270 only) You can record songs on an audio CD in a USB device by encoding to MP3 format. You can also copy the MP3 files on a DATA CD/DATA DVD into the USB device. For connecting the USB device, see “Connecting the USB device” (page 67). Notes on the USB recording/ copying • Do not connect the unit and the USB device through an USB hub.
x To cancel the track same name, a sequential number is added after the name without overwriting the original folder or file. • Some USB devices cannot be played back on the system depending on the file format. Recording songs on an audio CD into a USB device 1 2 4 Press C/X/x/c to select [s ALL], then press . 6 Press C/X/x/c to select [START], then press . The system starts recording and the status of recording appears. To cancel recording, press x. Press DISPLAY while the system is in stop mode.
Recordable space of the USB device USB RECORDING 2002_Remixes 01_Back_Seat_O... 02_One_Nights_... 03_Are_You_Ma... 04_I_Can_Lose_... 05_Soul_Survivo... 06_Strangers_B... 07_Stay_maxi_ve... 2 x To erase all audio files in a folder Press CLEAR. Free: x To erase an audio file Press . The list of files contained in the folder appears. Press X/x to select the desired audio file, then press CLEAR. START ALL ALL 3 MP3 files/folders to be copied.
Playable USB Devices (DAV-DZ270 only) Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter You can use the following Sony USB devices on the system.
• Depending on the type of DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, you may be able to operate a connected component using either the buttons on the remote or the unit. The following illustration shows an example of buttons that can be used in this case. H x X Control for HDMI/External Audio Device .
• [NO CENTER]: Select this when you install the front and surround speakers only. • [NO SURROUND]: Select this when you install the center and front speakers only. • [FRONT ONLY]: Select this when you install the front speakers only. • [ALL FRONT]: Select this when you install all the speakers in front of the listening position. • [ALL FRONT - NO CENTER]: Select this when you install the front and surround speakers in front of the listening position.
obstruction between the speakers and the calibration mic. Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically IC AL M [AUTO CALIBRATION] O I AUD D. C. A. C. (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) can set the appropriate surround sound automatically. A.C IN / Note • The system outputs a loud test sound when [AUTO CALIBRATION] starts. You cannot turn the volume down. Give consideration to children and neighbors. • Make sure that the headphones are not connected to the unit.
– front and surround speakers are not correctly connected. 10 Press C/c to select [YES] or [NO], then press . x The measurement is OK. Disconnect the calibration mic, then select [YES]. The result is implemented. x The measurement is not OK. Follow the message, then select [YES] to retry. Note • While the Auto Calibration function works: – do not turn off the power. – do not press any button. – do not change the volume. – do not change the function. – do not change the disc.
Using the Sound Effect Using the Sleep Timer You can reinforce bass frequencies. You can set the system to turn off at a preset time, so you can fall asleep listening to music. You can preset the time in 1 or 10-minutes increments. Press DYNAMIC BASS. Press SLEEP. “D. BASS ON” appears in the front panel display and bass frequencies are effectively reinforced. Each time you press SLEEP, the minutes display (the remaining time) changes by 10-minutes.
Changing the Brightness of the Front Panel Display The brightness of the front panel display can be set to either of 2 levels. 1 2 3 Press SYSTEM MENU. Press X/x repeatedly until “DIMMER” appears in the front panel display, then press or c. Press X/x to select the brightness of the front panel display. • “DIMMER OFF”: Bright. • “DIMMER ON”: Dark. 4 5 Press . Viewing Information About the Disc Viewing the playing time and remaining time in the front panel display Press DISPLAY repeatedly.
x VIDEO CD (without PBC functions)/ Super Audio CD/CD 2 Current file name 3 Current album and file number • 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 Note • The system can only display the first level of the DVD/CD text, such as the disc name or title. • If a file name of the MP3 file cannot be displayed, “*” will appear in the front panel display instead.
To check DATA CD/DATA DVD (MP3 file/DivX video file3)) text By pressing DISPLAY while playing MP3 files or DivX video files3) on a DATA CD/DATA DVD, you can display the name of the folder/ MP3 file/DivX video file3), and the audio bit rate (the amount of data per second of the current audio) on the TV screen.
Returning to the Default Settings Returning the system parameters, such as preset stations, to the default settings "/1 A x 5 Press X/x to select [SYSTEM SETUP], then press . The options for [SYSTEM SETUP] appear. 6 7 Press X/x to [RESET] and press c. Press C/c to select [YES]. You can also quit the process and return to the Control Menu display by selecting [NO] here. 8 Press . Do not press [/1 while resetting the system as it takes a few seconds to complete.
On adjusting volume Additional Information Precautions On power sources • Unplug the unit from the wall outlet (mains) if you do not intend to use it for an extended period of time. To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug, never by the cord. On placement • Place the system in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the system. • At high volume, over long periods of time, the cabinet becomes hot to the touch. This is not a malfunction.
Notes about the Discs On handling discs • To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the surface. • Do not stick paper or tape on the disc. On cleaning • Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out. Additional Information • 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.
Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the system, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repairs. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained. Power Symptom Remedy The power is not turned on. • Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected securely.
Symptom Remedy Picture noise appears. • The disc is dirty or flawed. • If the picture output from your system goes through your VCR to get to your TV, the copy-protection signal applied to some DVD programs could affect picture quality. If you still experience problems even when you connect your unit directly to your TV, try connecting your unit to your TV’s video input (page 18). * Depending on the country model, [720 × 576p] may appear.
Symptom Remedy 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 file.
Remedy The disc does not play. • There is no disc inserted. • The disc is upside down. Insert the disc with the playback side facing down. • The disc is skewed on the disc tray. • The system cannot play CD-ROMs, etc. (page 6). • The region code on the DVD does not match the system. • Moisture has condensed inside the unit and may cause damage to the lenses. Remove the disc and leave the unit turned on for about half an hour. The MP3 file cannot be played.
Symptom Remedy A disc does not start playing from the beginning. • Program Play, Shuffle Play, or Repeat Play has been selected. Press CLEAR to cancel these functions before playing a disc. • Resume Play has been selected. During stop, press x on the unit or the remote and then start playback (page 39). • 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.
Symptom Remedy The Control for HDMI function • When “HDMI” does not light up in the front panel display, check the HDMI does not work. connection (page 18). • Set the [CONTROL FOR HDMI] setting in [HDMI SETUP] to [ON] (page 55). • Make sure that the connected component is compatible with the [CONTROL FOR HDMI] function. • Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) of the connected component is connected securely. • Check the connected component’s setting for the Control for HDMI function.
Symptom Remedy The USB device cannot be connected into the (USB) port. The USB device is being connected backwards. Connect the USB device in the correct orientation. The USB device which has been • It may be recorded in an unsupported format. If so, first take the precaution of used on another device does not backing up important files on the USB device by copying them to your work. computer hard disk.
Remedy The USB device (audio file/ JPEG image file) cannot be played back. • USB device formatted with file systems other than FAT12, FAT16, or FAT32 are unsupported.* • Files that are encrypted or protected by passwords, etc. cannot be played back. • The MP3 file does not have the extension “.MP3.” • The WMA file does not have the extension “.wma.” • The AAC file does not have the extension “.m4a.” • The data is not stored in the desired format.
GB Symptom Remedy Recording to an USB device results in an error. • You are using an unsupported USB device. See “Playable USB Devices” (page 76). • The USB device was disconnected or the power was turned off during recording/copying. Delete the partially-recorded file, and record/copy again. If this does not fix the problem, the USB device may be broken. Follow the procedure in the operating instructions of the USB device to format the USB device.
Self-diagnosis Function (When letters/numbers appear in the display) When the self-diagnosis function is activated to prevent the system from malfunctioning, a 5character service number (e.g., C 13 50) with a combination of a letter and 4 digits appears on the TV screen or front panel display. In this case, check the following table. When displaying the version number on the TV screen When you turn on the system, the version number [VER.X.XX] (X is a number) may appear on the TV screen.
Super Audio CD/DVD System Specifications Laser AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS for the US model POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: With 3 ohms loads, both channels driven, from 180 - 20,000 Hz; rated 84 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.7% total harmonic distortion from 250 milli watts to rated output.
Antenna (aerial) Intermediate frequency 530 kHz - 1,610 kHz (with the interval set at 10 kHz) AM loop antenna (aerial) 450 kHz Video Section Outputs VIDEO: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms COMPONENT: Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms PB/CB, PR/CR: 0.7 Vp-p 75 ohms HDMI OUT: Type A (19 pin) Speakers Front/Surround (SS-TS80) Speaker system Speaker unit Rated impedance Dimensions (approx.) Center (SS-CT80) Speaker system Speaker unit Rated impedance Dimensions (approx.) Mass (approx.
Glossary surround speakers and a center speaker. The surround speakers output monaural sound. DTS Digital Cinema Auto Calibration Digital Cinema Auto Calibration was developed by Sony to automatically measure and adjusts the speaker settings to your listening environment in a short period of time. Dolby Digital This movie theater sound format is more advanced than Dolby Surround Pro Logic.
is compatible with the 525 or 625 progressive format. Super Audio CD Super Audio CD is a new high-quality audio disc standard where music is recorded in the DSD (Direct Stream Digital) format (conventional CD is recorded in the PCM format).
Language Code List The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.
Index to Parts and Control For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. Front panel G VOLUME control (35) B A (open/close) (35) H PHONES jack (35) C Front panel display (105) I AUDIO IN/A.
Rear panel DAV-DZ270 ANTENNA SPEAKER FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L COAXIAL 75 FM AM SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER Y HDMI OUT PB/CB PR/CR COMPONENT VIDEO OUT R VIDEO OUT AUDIO IN L TV/VIDEO DAV-HDZ278 ANTENNA SPEAKER FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L COAXIAL 75 FM SPEAKER CENTER COAXIAL DC5V 0.
Front panel display About the indications in the front panel display A Playing status B Flashes when the sleep timer is set. (81) D Lights up when a station is received. (Radio only) (61) E Stereo/Monaural effect (Radio only) (62) F Lights up when the HDMI OUT jack is correctly connected to HDCP (Highbandwidth Digital Content Protection) compliant device with HDMI or DVI (Digital Visual Interface) input. (18) H Lights up when the color system is set to NTSC.
Remote control ALPHABETICAL ORDER A–O P–Z ANGLE 3 (36) AUDIO qh (37) CLEAR es (40, 52, 62) D.
Guide to the Control Menu Display You can use the Control Menu display to select a function and to view related information. DISPLAY DISPLAY repeatedly. Each time you press DISPLAY, the Control Menu display changes: 1 t 2 t ... t 1 t ... 1 Control Menu display 1 2 Control Menu display 2 (appears for certain discs only) 3 Control Menu display off Additional Information Press Note • The Control Menu Display appears only during the “DVD” or “USB*” function.
Example: Control Menu display 1 when playing a DVD VIDEO. Currently playing title number1) Currently playing chapter number2) Total number of titles1) Total number of chapters2) Control Menu items 98( 99) 13( 99) T 0: 04: 17 OFF OFF DISC TITLE CHAPTER Selected item DVD VIDEO Playback status (N Playback, X Pause, x Stop, etc.
[TIME] (page 44) You can check the elapsed time and the remaining playback time. Input the time code for picture and music searching. The system displays the DVD/Super Audio CD/CD text or the MP3 file name. [MULTI/2CH] (page 38) You can select the playback area on a Super Audio CD when available. [SUPER AUDIO CD/CD LAYER] (page 38) You can select the playback layer on a Super Audio CD when available. [PROGRAM] (page 40) You can select the track to play in the order you want.
List of Control Menu Items for USB device (DAV-DZ270 only) Item Item Name, Function, Relevant Disc Type [REPEAT] (page 71) You can play the entire USB device (all folders/all files) repeatedly or one folder/file repeatedly. [BROWSING] (page 70) You can display the list of folders/JPEG image files. [DATE] (page 72) You can display the date the picture was taken by a digital camera. [INTERVAL] (page 70) You can select the duration for which the slides are displayed on the TV screen.
Index Numerics F 4:3 OUTPUT 54 5.1 Channel Surround 38 FM MODE 62 Front panel 103 Front panel display 82, 105 A A/V SYNC 50 AAC file 67 ANGLE 36 ATTENUATE 31 AUDIO 53 AUDIO (HDMI) 56 AUDIO DRC 57 AUDIO SETUP 57 AUTO CALIBRATION 57, 79, 100 B BACKGROUND 57 BLACK LEVEL 55 BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT) 55 C COLD RESET 85 COLOR SYSTEM (VIDEO CD) 55 CONTROL FOR HDMI 55 Control Menu Display 107 CUSTOM 52, 85 D D. C. A. C. (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) 79, 100 DATA CD 48 DATA DVD 48 DEC.
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