2-022-815-12(1) DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions DAV-SB300 ©2004 Sony Corporation
3 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.
Welcome! Thank you for purchasing Sony DVD Home Theatre System. Before operating this system, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. Precautions On power sources AC power cord (mains lead) must be changed only at the qualified service shop. On placement • Place the system in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the system. • At high volume, over long periods of time, the cabinet becomes hot to the touch. This is not a malfunction.
Table of Contents Welcome!................................................3 Precautions.............................................. 3 About This Manual ................................. 6 This System Can Play the Following Discs ................................................. 6 Terms for Discs....................................... 6 Notes about the Discs..............................8 Guide to the Control Menu Display........9 Getting Started Unpacking .............................................
Additional Information Troubleshooting .................................... 70 Specifications ........................................ 73 Glossary ................................................74 Index to Parts and Controls...................77 Language Code List ..............................81 DVD Setup Menu List .......................... 82 Index ..................................................... 83 Quick Reference for Remote Commander ....................................
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. • The following symbols are used in this manual.
DVD structure Disc Region code Disc Your system has a region code printed on the back of the unit and will only play DVDs labeled with the same region code. Title Chapter VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD or CD structure MP3 structure Track Index Disc Album Track Disc JPEG structure DVDs labeled 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.
Notes about CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-RW (Video mode)/DVD+R/DVD+RW In some cases, CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-RW (Video mode)/DVD+R/DVD+RW cannot be played on this player due to the recording quality or physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of the recording device and authoring software. The disc will not play if it has not been correctly finalized. For more information, see the operating instructions for the recording device. Note that discs created in the Packet Write format cannot be played.
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 titles or tracks recorded Total number of chapters or indexes recorded Currently playing Disc name or Playback status title name disc type (NPlayback, XPause, xStop, etc.
FILE (JPEG only) (page 28) Selects the file (JPEG) to be played. DATE (JPEG only) (page 41) Displays the date information. ANGLE (DVD only) (page 47) Changes the angle. PLAYMODE (VIDEO CD/Super Selects the play mode. Audio CD/CD/MP3/JPEG only) (page 32) REPEAT (page 33) 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.
Getting Started Check that you have the following items: • Speakers (5) • Subwoofer (1) • AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Speaker cords (3.5m × 3, 10m × 2) • Remote Commander (remote) RM-SP240 (1) • Size AA (R6) batteries (2) • Foot pads (4) • Operating Instructions • Speakers-connection and Installation (card) (1) You can control the system using the supplied remote.
Step 1: Speaker System Hookup Connect the supplied speaker system using the supplied speaker cords by matching the colors of the jacks to those of the cords. Do not connect any speakers other than those supplied with this system. To obtain the best possible surround sound, specify the speaker parameters (distance, level, etc.) on page 21. Required cords Speaker cords The connector and the color tube of the speaker cords are the same color as the label of the jacks to be connected.
Terminals for connecting the speakers To the Front speakers SPEAKER FRONT L (white) and R (red) jacks Surround speakers SPEAKER SURR L (blue) and R (gray) jacks Center speaker SPEAKER CENTER (green) jack Subwoofer SPEAKER WOOFER (purple) jacks Getting Started Connect the Front speaker (L) Front speaker (R) Center speaker Color label CENTER SURR R EURO AV AUDIO IN SPEAKER FRONT R FRONT L WOOFER VIDEO SURR L WOOFER SAT R L R L OUTPUT(TO TV) COAXIAL AM FM 75 AUDIO IN Surround
• Use caution when placing the subwoofer or a speaker stand that is attached with the front/surround speakers on a specially treated (waxed, oiled, polished, etc.) floor, as staining or discoloration may result. • Do not lean or hang on the speaker, as the speaker may fall down. 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 change the speaker cables Detaching Getting Started If you want to use a different speaker cable, you can detach the plug for attachment to another cable. 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.
Step 2: Antenna (Aerial) Hookups Connect the supplied AM/FM antennas (aerials) for listening to the radio.
Step 3: TV and Video Component Hookups Getting Started Required cords SCART (EURO AV) cord for connecting a TV (not supplied) Audio cords (not supplied) When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded sleeves to the appropriate jacks on the components.
SURR R CENTER EURO AV AUDIO IN SPEAKER FRONT R FRONT L WOOFER VIDEO SURR L WOOFER SAT R L R L OUTPUT(TO TV) COAXIAL AM FM 75 AUDIO IN OUT OUT OUTPUT OUTPUT AUDIO OUT AUDIO OUT IN L L R R VCR Digital satellite receiver TV Notes • Make connections securely to prevent unwanted noise. • Refer to the instructions supplied with the TV. • The system cannot output component output signals. • The system cannot output an audio signal to the connected TV.
Step 4: Connecting the AC Power Cord (Mains Lead) Step 5: Performing the Quick Setup Getting Started Before connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) of this system to a wall outlet (mains), connect the speakers to the system (page 13). After completing the first 4 steps, make initial settings using the Quick Setup. You can set the initial setting of [LANGUAGE SETUP], [ROOM SIZE], [LISTENING POSITION], and [TV TYPE] step by step.
7 Select a suitable room size from [SMALL], [MEDIUM], or [LARGE] using X/x, then press ENTER. Setting is selected and [LISTENING POSITION] appears. LISTENING POSITION FRONT: 1.6m SURROUND: 1.6m The [LISTENING POSITION] number you can select varies, depending on the [ROOM SIZE] setting. [SMALL]: Three positions [MEDIUM]: Four positions [LARGE]: Five positions 8 Select a suitable listening position using X/x, then press ENTER. Setting is selected and [TV TYPE] appears.
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 center speaker up to 1.6 meters closer (B) and the surround speakers up to 4.6 meters closer (C) to the listening position. The front speakers can be placed from 1.0 to 7.0 meters (A) from the listening position.
4 Playing Discs Press A on the system or Z on the remote. “OPEN” appears in the front panel display and the system is ready for loading the disc. Playing Discs 5 Depending on the DVD or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the operation details supplied with your disc. Place a disc with the label side up on the disc tray. Press A on the system or Z on the remote again to close the disc tray.
To turn off the system Additional operations MUTING 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 0 ./> To save the power in standby mode X x H Press "/1 while the system turns on (the STANDBY indicator on the system lights up). Playing Discs Press "/1. The system enters standby mode and the STANDBY indicator lights up in red. To turn off the system completely, remove the AC power cord (mains lead) from wall outlet (mains). While playing a disc, do not turn off the system by pressing "/1.
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. H 1 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 0 x While playing a disc, press x to stop playback.
Using the DVD’s Menu Number buttons DVD TOP MENU/ ALBUM– C/X/x/c 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 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. Number buttons 3 3 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 0 H DVD MENU/ ALBUM+ ENTER Press C/X/x/c or the number buttons to select the item you want to play or change. Press ENTER.
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.
Selecting an album and track 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 0 4 Select (TRACK) using X/x and press ENTER. The list of tracks contained in the current album appears. DVD TOP MENU/ ALBUM– DVD MENU/ ALBUM+ ENTER O RETURN DVD DISPLAY 1 C/X/x/c When the list of all tracks or albums cannot be displayed on the window, the jump bar appears. Press c to select the jump bar icon, and then scroll the jump bar to display the rest of the list using X/x. Press C or O RETURN to return to the track or the album list.
Playing JPEG Image Files Selecting an album and file You can play JPEG image files on CD-ROMs, CD-Rs, or CD-RWs. However, the discs must be recorded according to ISO9660 Level 1, Level 2 or Joliet format for the system to recognize the files. You can also play discs recorded in Multi Session. See the instructions of the CD-R/RW device or recording software (not supplied) for details on the recording format.
5 Enjoying the Slide show on JPEG data disc (JPEG only) 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 0 M H Select a file using X/x and press ENTER. The selected file starts playing. Playing Discs When the list of all files or albums cannot be displayed on the window, the jump bar appears. Press c to select the jump bar icon, and then scroll the jump bar to display the rest of the list using X/x. Press C or O RETURN to return to the file or the album list. To return to the previous display Press O RETURN or C.
To rotate the current image 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 0 Creating Your Own Program (Program Play) H C/c You can play the contents of a disc in the order you want by arranging the order of the tracks on the disc to create your own program. You can program up to 25 tracks. PLAY MODE REPEAT Rotate the current image using C/c Each time you press c, the image turns clockwise by 90º. Each time you press C, the image turns anticlockwise by 90º.
You can select the jump bar icon only if there are more than 9 programmed tracks or albums. 2 Press c. Program 1 Album 2 Album Track 3 Album2(CD) ALL TRACKS 4 Album1 TRACK1 5 Album2 TRACK2 6 Album3 TRACK3 7 4 TRACK4 8 5 TRACK5 9 6 TRACK6 10 7 TRACK7 8 TRACK8 9 TRACK9 6 Press H to start Program Play. Program Play begins. When the program ends, you can restart the same program again by pressing H.
Playing in Random Order (Shuffle Play) Setting the shuffle mode in the Control Menu You can select either normal shuffle or album shuffle (MP3 only). You can have the system “shuffle” tracks and play them in random order. Subsequent “shuffling” will produce a different playing order. 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 0 H ENTER C/X/x/c DVD DISPLAY PLAY MODE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 0 H 1 Press DVD DISPLAY. The Control Menu appears.
x When playing a DVD Playing Repeatedly (Repeat Play) You can play all the titles/tracks/files or a single title/chapter/track on a disc. In Shuffle or Program Play mode, the system repeats tracks in shuffled or programmed order. You cannot perform Repeat Play during PBC playback of VIDEO CDs (page 25). x When playing a VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD/CD/MP3, and when Program Play is set to OFF • OFF: does not play repeatedly.
(Scan, Slow-motion Play) You can locate a particular point on a disc quickly by monitoring the picture or by playing back slowly. H 5 6 7 8 9 10 0 Each time you press m or M during scan, the playback speed changes. Two speeds are available.
x When playing a DVD Searching for a Title/ Chapter/Track/Index/ Album/File (TITLE) x When playing a VIDEO CD (TRACK) (TRACK) x When playing a CD You can search a title (DVD), chapter (DVD), track (CD, VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD, MP3), index (VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD), album (MP3, JPEG), and file (JPEG). As titles, tracks, albums, and files are assigned unique names on the disc, you can select the desired one from the Control Menu.
Searching for a chapter/index 1 2 5 Press ENTER. The system starts playback from the selected number. Press DVD DISPLAY. The Control Menu appears. Note Press X/x to select the search method. When you play a VIDEO CD with PBC functions, the index search function does not work.
Viewing Information about the Disc You can check disc information, such as the remaining time, total number of titles in a DVD, tracks in a CD, Super Audio CD, VIDEO CD, or MP3, or files in a JPEG using the front panel display (page 78).
When playing a VIDEO CD (without PBC functions), Super Audio CD or CD When playing an MP3 Playing time and current track number Playing time and current track number (when playing a CD) Remaining time of the current track Remaining time of the current track Track (file) name Playing time of the disc Album (folder) name c) Remaining time of the disc Current sound field b) Track name a) Volume b) Current sound field b) Volume b) 38GB
When program play is activated Current file number Number of the programmed tracks and the total playing time File name Remaining time of the current track Album (folder) name c) Current sound field b) Volume b) Playing Discs When playing a JPEG Track name a) Current Sound Field b) Volume b) a) This information is skipped if name information does not exist. b) Returns to the first information when indication time completes.
Tips • When playing VIDEO CDs with PBC functions, only the playing time of the scene is displayed. • The playing time and remaining time of the current chapter, title, track, scene, or disc will also appear on your TV screen. See the following section “Checking the Playing Time and Remaining Time” for details on how to read this information.
• C–**:**:** Remaining time of the current chapter • **:**:** Playing time of the menu or current title without a chapter You can check the date information during playback when the Exif* tag is recorded in the JPEG image data.
2 Sound Adjustments Press X/x to select then press ENTER. (AUDIO), The options for AUDIO appear. Changing the Sound DVD 1 2 ( 2 7 ) TITLE12 18(34) DVD T 1:32:55 1: ENGLISH 2: FRENCH 3: SPANISH If a DVD is recorded with multilingual tracks, you can select the language you want while playing the DVD. If the DVD is recorded in multiple audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital, MPEG audio, or DTS), you can select the audio format you want while playing the DVD.
To turn off the Control Menu Press DVD DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu is turned off. Notes Surround component 2 Tips •You can select [AUDIO] directly by pressing AUDIO. Each time you press the button, the item changes. •You can check the audio information, such as the language or sound channel of a disc in the front panel display. DOLBY DIGITAL 3 / 2 .
Enjoying Surround Sound You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of system’s preprogrammed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters into your home. To select sound field, press AUTO FORMAT DIRECT or MODE on the remote repeatedly until the sound field you want appears in the front panel display. Using only the front speaker and subwoofer (2 CHANNEL STEREO) This mode outputs the sound from the front left and right speakers and subwoofer.
Selecting a sound field (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT button) Selecting a sound field (MODE button) AUTO FORMAT DIRECT MODE 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 8 9 10 0 10 0 Press AUTO FORMAT DIRECT on the remote repeatedly until the sound field you want appears in the front panel display. Press MODE on the remote repeatedly until the sound field you want appears in the front panel display. Display Sound field Display AUTO FORMAT DIRECT AUTO A.F.D.
x HEADPHONE SURROUND This mode outputs the sound as surround from headphone L/R. Using the Sound Effect To turn the surround effect off Press AUTO FORMAT DIRECT on the remote repeatedly until “A.F.D. AUTO” appears in the front panel display, or press MODE on the remote to display “2CH ST.” This system provides you with 2 types of sound effect, simply by pressing a button. Choose the sound to suit your needs.
3 Press ENTER or c. The angle number changes to “-.” Using Various Additional Functions DVD 1 2 ( 2 7 ) TITLE12 18(34) Changing the Angles T DVD 1:32:55 –(9) 4 Select the angle number using the number buttons or X/x, then press ENTER. The angle is changed to the selected angle. To turn off the Control Menu Press DVD DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu is turned off.
3 Displaying the Subtitles If subtitles are recorded on a disc, you can turn the subtitles on or off while playing. If multilingual subtitles are recorded on the disc, you can change the subtitle language while playing, or turn the subtitles on or off whenever you want. You can select the language you want to practic, for example, turn on the subtitles for better understanding. Press X/x to select the language. Depending on the DVD, the choice of language varies.
3 Locking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL) Press X/x to select (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL), then press ENTER or c. [CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL] is selected. DVD 1 2 ( 2 7 ) TITLE12 18(34) T 1:32:55 ON PASSWORD 4 Press X/x to select [ON t], then press ENTER. x If you have not entered a password yet The display for registering a new password appears. Custom Parental Control You can set the same Custom Parental Control password for up to 25 discs.
5 Enter your 4-digit password by using the number buttons, then press ENTER. [Custom parental control is set.] appears and the screen returns to the Control Menu display. Playing the disc for which Custom Parental Control is set 1 If you make a mistake entering your password Insert the disc for which Custom Parental Control is set. The [CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL] display appears. Press C before you press ENTER and input the correct number.
x When you have already registered a password The display for entering the password appears. Number buttons 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 0 CUSTOM SETUP PARENTAL CONTROL Enter password, then press 4 O RETURN In stop mode, press DVD SETUP. CUSTOM SETUP PARENTAL CONTROL LEVEL: STANDARD: CHANGE PASSWORD The Setup Display appears. 2 Enter your password using the number buttons, then press ENTER. The display for setting the playback limitation level and changing the password appears.
7 Press X/x to select [LEVEL] then press ENTER or c. The selection items for [LEVEL] are displayed. CUSTOM SETUP PARENTAL CONTROL LEVEL: STANDARD: 8: CHANGE PASSWORD 7: 6: 5: 4: 3: 2: 1: 8 OFF 2 NC17 R PG13 PG G The parental Control setting is complete. PG13 USA The lower the value, the more strict the limitation. If you make a mistake Press O RETURN or C to go back to the previous screen. To turn off the Setup Display Press DVD SETUP repeatedly until the Setup Display is turned off.
Area Code Standard Code number Argentina 2044 Australia 2047 Austria 2046 Belgium 2057 Brazil 2070 Canada 2079 Chile 2090 2092 Denmark 2115 Finland 2165 France 2174 Germany 2109 Hong Kong 2219 India 2248 Indonesia 2238 Italy 2254 Japan 2276 Korea 2304 Malaysia 2363 Mexico 2362 Netherlands 2376 New Zealand 2390 Norway 2379 Pakistan 2427 Philippines 2424 Portugal 2436 Russia 2489 Singapore 2501 Spain 2149 Sweden 2499 Switzerland 2086 Taiwan 2543
Code numbers of controllable TVs Other Operations Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote TV By adjusting the remote signal, you can control your TV with the supplied remote. Manufacturer Code number SONY 001 Notes Admiral 012, 016, 039 • If you enter a new code number, the code number previously entered will be erased. • When you replace the batteries of the remote, the code number may be reset to the default (SONY) setting. Reset the appropriate code number.
Code number Manufacturer Kendo 027 Supervision 027 Kiton 027 SYLVANIA 002, 034 KTV 002, 020 TaTung 027 LG/Goldstar 002, 020, 027, 028, 038 TEAC 027 LOEWE 027, 028, 038 Techimagen 027 LXI(Sears) 002, 009, 012, 034, 046 TELEFUNKEN 035, 041, 042, 043, 044, 045 MAGNAVOX 002, 020, 027, 034 THOMSON 035, 041, 043, 045 MARANTZ 022 Thorn 027 Mark 027 TOSHIBA 039, 046, 047, 048 Matsui 010, 052, 053 Universum 027 Medion 027 Vestel 027 Mitsubishi/MGA 002, 021, 022 Videch
Notes • The TV button turns off when you do not operate the remote for 10 seconds. • Depending on the TV, you may not be able to control your TV or to use some of the buttons above. Tip Depending on the TV manufacture, the following method works. For double-digit number, press -/-- first and then number. (For example, for channel 25, press -/--, then 2 and 5.
TV’s input source TV/VIDEO 0 No input source (Default) 1 VIDEO1 2 VIDEO2 3 VIDEO3 4 VIDEO4 5 VIDEO5 6 VIDEO6 7 COMPONENT 1 INPUT 8 COMPONENT 2 INPUT Operation Point the remote to the direction of TV and this system, then press SONY TV DIRECT once. While transmitting the code from the remote, the TV button flashes. If this function does not work, change the transmit time. The transmit time varies depending on the TV. Notes • This function is only for SONY TV series.
Using the Video or Other Unit Enjoying the Radio Presetting Radio Stations You can use VCRs or other units connected to the VIDEO or SAT jacks. Refer to the operation manual supplied with the unit for further information on the operation. You can preset 20 FM stations and 10 AM stations. Before tuning, make sure to turn down the volume to minimum.
5 Press ENTER. A preset number appears in the front panel display. Listening to the Radio Preset radio stations in the system’s memory first (see “Presetting Radio Stations” on page 58). "/1 6 TUNER/ BAND Press C/X/x/c to select the preset number you want. FUNCTION FM MODE 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 0 PRESET –/+ Press ENTER. The station is stored. TUNING –/+ x DISPLAY VOLUME +/– m 1 8 Other Operations 7 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until FM or AM appears in the front panel display.
For automatic tuning, press and hold TUNING + or – on the remote. Press x when you stop the automatic tuning. 1 The last station you received is tuned in. Each time you press FUNCTION, the mode of the system changes in the following sequence: TUNER FM t TUNER AM t VIDEO t SAT t TV t DVD t TUNER FM… Tips • If an FM program is noisy, press FM MODE on the remote so that “MONO” appears in the front panel display. There will be no stereo effect, but the reception will improve.
Using the Radio Data System (RDS) What is the Radio Data System? You can set the system to turn off at a preset time, so you can fall asleep listening to music. You can preset the time in 10 minutes decrements. SLEEP Note 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 0 Other Operations The Radio Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting service that allows radio stations to send additional information along with the regular program signal. This tuner offers convenient RDS features, such as station name display.
To cancel the Sleep Timer function Press SLEEP repeatedly until “SLP OFF” appears in the display. To change the brightness of the front panel display Press DIMMER. Returning to the Default Settings You can return the system parameters, such as speaker settings and preset stations, to the default settings. A > You can change the brightness of the front panel display by two steps. X Press >, X and A on the system at the same time.
2 Settings and Adjustments Using the Setup Display Press X/x to select the setup item from the displayed list: [LANGUAGE SETUP], [SCREEN SETUP], [CUSTOM SETUP], [SPEAKER SETUP], and [SETUP]. Then press ENTER or c. The selected Setup item appears. Example: [SCREEN SETUP] By using the Setup Display, you can make various adjustments to items, such as picture and sound. You can also set the subtitle language and the Setup Display, among other things. For details on each Setup Display item, see page 6468.
Setting the Display or Sound Track Language Settings for the Display (SCREEN SETUP) (LANGUAGE SETUP) [LANGUAGE SETUP] allows you to set various languages for the on-screen display or sound track. Select [LANGUAGE SETUP] in the Setup Display. For details on using the display, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 63). LANGUAGE SETUP OSD : DVD MENU : AUDIO : SUBTITLE : Choose settings according to the TV to be connected. Select [SCREEN SETUP] in the Setup Display.
x LINE 16:9 Selects the output method for video signals from the T EURO AV OUTPUT (TO TV) jack on the rear panel of the system. 4:3 LETTER BOX VIDEO Outputs video signals. RGB Outputs RGB signals. Note If your TV does not accept RGB signals, no picture appears on the TV screen even if you select [RGB]. Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV.
Custom Settings (CUSTOM SETUP) x AUDIO DRC* Narrows the DYNAMIC range of the sound track. Useful for watching movies at low volume late at night. * Dynamic Range Compression Allows setting up Parental Control and other settings. Select [CUSTOM SETUP] in the Setup Display. For details on using the display, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 63). The default settings are underlined. OFF No compression of DYNAMIC range.
Settings for the Speakers (SPEAKER SETUP) To obtain the best possible surround sound, set the size of the speakers you have connected and their distance from your listening position. Then use the test tone to adjust the level and the balance of the speakers to the same level. x DISTANCE The default distance setting for the speakers in relation to the listening position is shown below. When you set the distance using [QUICK SETUP] (page 19, 69), the setting is automatically displayed. 1.6m 1.6m 1.
x LEVEL You can vary the level of each speaker as follows. Be sure to set [TEST TONE] to [ON] for easy adjustment. CENTER 0 dB (appears when you set [CENTER] to [YES] in the [SIZE] setting.) Adjusts the level of the center speaker (–6 dB to +6 dB, 1 dB increments). SURROUND Adjusts the level of the surround LEFT 0 dB speakers (–6 dB to +6 dB, 1 dB SURROUND increments). RIGHT 0 dB (appears when you set [SURROUND] to [YES] in the [SIZE] setting.
Quick Setup and Resetting the System (SETUP) Select [SETUP] in the Setup Display. For details on using the display, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 63). SETUP QUICK RESET Normally, when you turn the system on for the first time or after resetting the system, the guide message appears on the TV screen and you can perform the Quick Setup. If you cancelled the Quick Setup and you want to perform the Quick Setup again, operate on this screen. See “How to use the Quick Setup” on page 19.
Sound Additional Information Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the system, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repairs. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Power The power is not turned on. • Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected securely. The left and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed. • Check that the speakers and components are connected correctly and securely.
The sound comes from the center speaker only. • Depending on the disc, the sound may come from the center speaker only. No sound is heard from the center speaker. • Check the speaker connections and settings. • Make sure the sound field function is on (page 44). • Depending on the source, the effect of the center speakers may be less noticeable. No sound or only a very low-level sound is heard from the surround speakers. • Check the speaker connections and settings (pages 21, 67).
A disc does not start playing from the beginning. • Program Play, Shuffle Play, or Repeat Play has been selected (pages 30, 32, 33). • Resume Play has been selected. During stop, press x on the system or the remote and then start playback (page 24). • The title, DVD or PBC menu automatically appears on the TV screen. The system starts playing the disc automatically. • The DVD features an auto playback function. Playback stops automatically. • Some discs may contain an auto pause signal.
Specifications Amplifier section Stereo mode (rated) 65 W+65 W (4 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN) Surround mode (reference) Front: 96 W+96 W (with SS-TS11) Center: 96 W (with SS-CT11) Surround: 96 W+96 W (with SS-TS11) Subwoofer: 170 W (with SS-WS11) * Depending on the sound field settings and the source, there may be no sound output.
General Power requirements Power consumption Dimensions (approx.) Mass (approx.) Supplied accessories 220-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz 120 W (220-240 V AC) 0.3 W (220-240 V AC) ( at the Power Saving Mode) 430 × 70 × 393 mm (w/h/d) incl. projecting parts 4.4 kg See page 11. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Glossary Album Section of a music piece or an image on a data CD containing MP3 audio tracks or JPEG files. Chapter Subdivision of a title on a DVD.
Dolby Surround Pro Logic As one method of decoding Dolby Surround, Dolby Surround Pro Logic produces four channels from two-channel sound. Compared with the former Dolby Surround system, Dolby Surround Pro Logic reproduces left-to-right panning more naturally and localizes sounds more precisely. To take full advantage of Dolby Surround Pro Logic, you should have one pair of surround speakers and a center speaker. The surround speakers output monaural sound.
Scene On a VIDEO CD with PBC (playback control) functions, the menu screens, moving pictures and still pictures are divided into sections called “scenes.” • 2 channel + Multi-channel Super Audio CD This disc consists of a 2 channel playback area and a multi-channel playback area. 2 channel playback area Super Audio CD A Super Audio CD disc can reproduce sounds that are extremely faithful to the original sound by use of DSD (Direct Stream Digital) technology.
Index to Parts and Controls For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. Front Panel VOLUME PRESET FUNCTION STANDBY PHONES H FUNCTION (22, 58, 59) B Disc tray (22) I VOLUME –/+ (22, 68) C A (eject) (22) J PHONES jack (22) D H (play) (22) K Front panel display (78) E X (pause) (23) L STANDBY indicator (22) F x (stop) (23) M Additional Information A "/1 (power) (22) (remote sensor) (11) G .
Front Panel Display When playing back a DVD Playing status Current mode Lights up when title or chapter names are contained in the disc Current title or chapter number Current surround format Current sound effect Playing time When playing back a VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD, CD or MP3 Playing status Current surround format Current mode Lights up when album names are contained in the disc Current track number Lights up during MULTI channel playback area (Super Audio CD only) Current sound effect Lights up dur
Rear Panel SURR R CENTER EURO AV AUDIO IN SPEAKER FRONT R FRONT L WOOFER VIDEO SURR L WOOFER SAT R L R L OUTPUT(TO TV) COAXIAL AM FM 75 AUDIO IN A SPEAKER jacks (12) E AM terminals (16) B VIDEO AUDIO IN L/R jacks (17) F FM 75Ω COAXIAL jack (16) Additional Information C SAT AUDIO IN L/R jacks (17) D EURO AV OUTPUT (TO TV) jack (17) continued 79GB
G REPEAT Remote H FM MODE (59) I TV J AUDIO (42) K ANGLE (47) L SUBTITLE (48) M .
Language Code List The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.
DVD Setup Menu List You can set the following items with the DVD Setup menu. The order of the displayed items may be different from the actual display. LANGUAGE SETUP (Select the language you want to use from the displayed language list.) (Select the language you want to use from the displayed language list.) (Select the language you want to use from the displayed language list.) (Select the language you want to use from the displayed language list.
Index H S 16:9 64 4:3 LETTER BOX 64 4:3 PAN SCAN 64 Handling discs 8 Scan 34 SCENE 9 Scene 6, 76 SCREEN SAVER 65 SCREEN SETUP 64 Setup Display 63 SHUFFLE 32 Shuffle Play 32 SIZE 67 SLEEP 61 Slide show 29 Slow-motion 34 Sound Field 44 SPEAKER SETUP 67 Speaker System Hookup 12 SUBTITLE 64 Super Audio CD 76 A ALBUM 27, 35 Album 6, 74 ANGLE 47 Antenna (Aerial) Hookups 16 AUDIO 42, 64 AUDIO DRC 66 B BACKGROUND 65 BALANCE 68 Batteries 11 C CHAPTER 36 Chapter 6, 74 Continuous play CD/VIDEO CD/DVD/MP3 22 Con
Quick Reference for Remote Commander 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 0 Note The remote control of the unit employs command signals in common with other Sony DVD products. Thus, depending on the button, other Sony DVD products may respond. A Turns the Sony TV and the system on and changes the TV’s input source. B Sets the system to turn off at a preset time. C Selects AM or FM band. D Mutes the sound. E Press to store a preset station. F Selects program or shuffle play mode. G Displays the repeat status.
