2-594-458-13(3) DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia http://www.sony.
3 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Caution – The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. For the customers in the U.S.A – Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (aerial). – Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Keep the unit and discs away from equipment with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens, or large loudspeakers. • Do not place heavy objects on the unit. • If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside the DVD Home Theatre System and cause damage to the lenses. When you first install the unit, or when you move it from a cold to a warm location, wait for about 30 minutes before operating the unit.
Table of Contents Welcome!................................................ 3 About This Manual ................................. 6 This System Can Play the Following Discs ................................................. 6 Guide to the Control Menu Display...... 10 Getting Started Unpacking ............................................. 13 Inserting Batteries into the Remote....... 14 Hookup Overview................................. 15 Step 1: Speaker System Hookup...........
Settings and Adjustments Using the Setup Display........................ 75 Setting the Display or Sound Track Language ........................................ 76 [LANGUAGE SETUP] Settings for the Display......................... 77 [SCREEN SETUP] Custom Settings .................................... 79 [CUSTOM SETUP] Speaker Setting (Subwoofer) ................ 80 [SPEAKER SETUP] Additional Information Precautions ............................................ 81 Notes about the Discs.......................
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 Control Menu items may be different depending on the area. • “DVD” may be used as a general term for DVD VIDEOs, DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, and DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs. • Measurements are expressed in feet (ft) for North American models. • The following symbols are used in this manual.
Example of discs that the system cannot play The system cannot play the following discs: • CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those recorded in the formats listed on page 6 • CD-ROMs recorded in PHOTO CD format • Data part of CD-Extras • DVD Audios • DVD-RAMs • A DVD VIDEO with a different region code (page 8, 89). • A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g., card shaped, heart shaped). • A disc that has a commercially available accessory attached, such as a label or ring.
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.
Copyrights This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
Guide to the Control Menu Display DISPLAY Use the Control Menu to select a function and to view related information. Press repeatedly to turn on or change the Control Menu display as follows: DISPLAY , Control Menu display 1 m Control Menu display 2 (appears for certain discs only) m Control Menu display off Control Menu display The Control Menu display 1 and 2 will show different items depending on the disc type. For details about each item, see the pages in parentheses.
*1 Displays the scene number for VIDEO CDs (PBC is on), track number for VIDEO CDs/Super Audio CDs/CDs, album number for DATA CDs. *2 Displays the index number for VIDEO CDs/Super Audio CDs, MP3 audio track number, or JPEG image file number for DATA CDs. *3 Displays Super VCD as “SVCD.” Displays “MP3” in the Control Menu display 1 or “JPEG” in the Control Menu 2 for DATA CDs. *4 Displays the date for JPEG files. To turn off the display Press DISPLAY.
[FILE] (page 53) Selects the JPEG image file to be played. [DATE] (page 58) Displays the date when the picture was taken. [INTERVAL] (page 50) Specifies the duration for which the slides are displayed on the screen. [EFFECT] (page 50) Selects the effects to be used for changing slides during a slide show.
Getting Started Check that you have the following items: • Speakers (2) • Subwoofer (1) • AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Speaker cord (1) • Video Cord (1) • Remote Commander (remote) (1) • Size AAA (R03) batteries (2) • Operating Instructions • Setup Disc (1) • Quick Start Guide (card) • Speaker pads (8) Getting Started Unpacking 13US
Inserting Batteries into the Remote You can control the system using the supplied remote. Insert two size AAA (R03) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the system. 1Slide open the cover. 2 2Remove the cover by pinching the sides. Note • Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place. • Do not use a new battery with an old one.
Hookup Overview “Step 1: Speaker System Hookup” (page 16) “Step 2: Antenna (Aerial) Hookup” (page 19) “Step 3: TV Hookup” (page 20) Getting Started Perform all connections and settings by following Steps 1 to 7.
Step 1: Speaker System Hookup Connect the supplied speaker system using the supplied speaker cord. Do not connect any speakers other than those supplied with this system. To obtain the best possible front surround sound, use the supplied Setup Disc to determine the ideal speaker positions (page 31). Required cord Speaker cord You can connect the system and speakers with this one cord. To the front speaker (gray, 5 m (16.4 ft)) To the system To the subwoofer (black, 3 m (9.
Connecting the speakers Front speaker (L) DIGITAL OUT Getting Started Front speaker (R) VIDEO 1 / SAT 1 OPTICAL COAXIAL OUT DIGITAL IN VIDEO 1 / SAT 1 DIGITAL IN COAXAL OPTICAL VIDEO 2 / SAT 2 TV VIDEO 1 / SAT 1 VIDEO 2 / SAT 2 MONITOR OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO AM ANTENNA FM 75 L VIDEO 2 / SAT 2 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT COAXIAL TV R SPEAKER DIGITAL IN COAXIAL AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN S-VIDEO IN S-VIDEO IN S-VIDEO Y P B/C B P R/C R Subwoofer Connect the speaker cord in orde
C Connect the speaker jack marked LEFT to the front speaker, then place it in the left front speaker position. The front speakers are identical, and either can be used for the left or right speaker. If you connect the LEFT jack to the speaker, it becomes the left front speaker. k LEFT (gray) k Label side face down. Connect to the left front speaker. D Connect the speaker jack marked WOOFER to the subwoofer. k WOOFER (black) k Label side face down. Connect to the subwoofer.
Step 2: Antenna (Aerial) Hookup AM loop antenna (aerial) Getting Started Connect the supplied AM/FM antennas (aerials) for listening to the radio. AM ANTENNA FM 75 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y P B/C B COAXIAL P R/C R FM wire antenna (aerial) Note • To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna (aerial) away from the system and other components. • Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial). • After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial), keep it as horizontal as possible.
Step 3: TV Hookup First, perform the video connection, and then audio connection. With your TV’s audio output connected to this system, you can listen to TV sound through the system speakers. Connecting the video cords Sends a played back DVD image to a TV. Check the jacks of your TV, and choose the A, B, C, or D connection. Picture quality improves in order from A to D.
A To connect to a TV with the VIDEO IN jacks Connect the video cord. B To connect to a TV with the S VIDEO IN jack Connect an S video cord (not supplied). 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. Getting Started Yellow C To connect to a TV with the COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks Connect a component video cord (not supplied).
Does your TV accept progressive signals? Progressive is the method for displaying TV images which reduces flickering, and sharpens the image. To display using this method, you need to connect to a TV that accepts progressive signals. FUNCTION PROGRESSIVE With cover opened. “P AUTO” or “P VIDEO” appears in the front panel display when the system outputs progressive signals. 1 2 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select “DVD.” Press PROGRESSIVE.
either of the above conditions is not met. x INTERLACE About DVD software types and the conversion method DVD software can be divided into 2 types: film-based software and video-based software. Video-based software is derived from TV, such as dramas and sit-coms, and displays images at 30 frames/60 fields per second. Film-based software is derived from film and displays images at 24 frames per second. Some DVD software contains both video and film.
Connecting the audio cords Outputs TV sound through the speakers of this system. When you want to output stereo (2-channel) TV sound from the system speakers, choose connection A or B below. The quality of the audio increases from A to B.
Step 4: Other Component Hookup Getting Started You can enjoy a variety of other components connected to the system. Be sure to make connections securely to avoid hum and noise. VCR or digital satellite receiver, etc.
B To connect the S VIDEO OUT jack of other component to the S VIDEO IN jack of this system Connect a VCR or other component to the S VIDEO IN jack using an S video cord (not supplied). Connecting the audio cords The quality of the audio increases from to , . To connect the AUDIO OUT jacks of other component to the AUDIO IN jacks of this system Connect a VCR or other component to the AUDIO IN jacks using an video/audio cord (not supplied).
If you connect a digital satellite receiver with a DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) jack If you connect a digital satellite receiver without a DIGITAL OUT jack Connect the digital satellite receiver to the VIDEO 1/SAT1 or VIDEO 2/SAT2 AUDIO IN jacks only of the system. Getting Started The digital satellite receiver can be connected to the VIDEO 1/SAT 1 OPTICAL or COAXIAL DIGITAL IN or VIDEO 2/SAT 2 COAXIAL DIGITAL IN jack instead of the VIDEO 1/SAT1 or VIDEO 2/SAT2 AUDIO IN jacks of the system.
Step 5: Connecting the AC Power Cord (Mains Lead) Before connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) of this system to a wall outlet (mains), connect the speakers to the system (page 16). Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to a wall outlet (mains).
Step 6: Performing the Quick Setup Getting Started There are a minimum number of basic adjustments available for using the system. You can set the display language, sound track, or screen settings that match your TV type, etc. "/1 ./> X/x ENTER Note • The selectable language is different depending on the area. • Make sure that the function is set to “DVD.” To skip an adjustment, press >. To return to the previous adjustment, press .. 1 2 3 Turn on the TV. Press [/1.
6 Press ENTER. The Setup Display for selecting the aspect ratio of the TV to be connected appears. SCREEN SETUP 16:9 TV TYPE: 16:9 HDMI RESOLUTION: 4:3 LETTER BOX SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND: 4:3 PAN SCAN ON BLACK LEVEL: OFF BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT): 4:3 OUTPUT: FULL 7 Press X/x to select the setting that matches your TV type.
Step 7: Installing the Speakers Side view 0.6 m (2 ft) ~ Top view Front speaker (L) Subwoofer TV Front speaker (R) Getting Started For the best possible front surround sound, use the Setup Disc and position the speakers as illustrated below. FOCUS SURROUND area WIDE SURROUND area Tip • When checking the front surround sound effect, make sure the SOUND FIELD setting is set to FOCUS SURROUND, and one or two people are in the listening position.
– Both front speakers should be pointed straight forward. Do not place the speakers at an angle. Incorrect Correct – Do not leave a space in front of the front speakers when placed on a table or rack, etc., as reflection may occur. Side view Incorrect Correct Using the Setup Disc After positioning the speakers, use the supplied Setup Disc to check the front surround sound effect.
Note Press Z on the system. Load the Setup Disc. Place the Setup Disc on the tray, and then press Z on the system. Getting Started • Even if an option is selected, the sound volume of the subwoofer may be low. This is by default setting, and is not a malfunction. • If there is no sound from the speakers, check the speaker connection. 1 2 The Setup Disc menu appears. DAV-X1 DAV-X1 3 Sit in the listening position, then select one of the three options on the screen using C/c, and press H or ENTER.
Basic Operations Playing Discs "/1 x "/1 Disc tray Z N VOLUME −/+ FUNCTION ./> X x MUTING VOLUME +/– H / ALBUM –/+ FUNCTION With cover opened. Note • Do not forcibly press the disc tray closed with your finger, as this may cause malfunction. • Do not place more than one disc on the tray. Depending on the DVD VIDEO or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the operation details supplied with your disc. 1 2 3 Turn on your TV.
6 Press H. The system starts playback (continuous play). Adjust the volume. Additional operations Basic Operations To Press Stop x Pause X Resume play after pause X or H Go to the next chapter, track, or scene > (except for JPEG) Go back to the preceding chapter, track, or scene . (except for JPEG) Mute the sound MUTING. To cancel muting, press it again or VOLUME + to adjust the sound volume. Stop play and remove the disc Z Replay the previous scene*1 (instant replay) during playback.
System Sound Feature Sound Field indicator SOUND FIELD FUNCTION C/X/x/c ENTER AMP MENU With cover opened. This system can create 5.1 channel surround sound from two front speakers and a subwoofer. You can take advantage of this front 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. Enjoying Front Surround Sound Using Sound Field Press SOUND FIELD.
Note Tip • The system memorizes the last sound field selected for each function mode. Whenever you select a function such as DVD or TUNER, the sound field that was last applied to function is automatically applied again. • If the AC power cord (mains lead) is disconnected for a long period of time, the system may return to its default settings.
x WIDE SURROUND You can enjoy surround sound in a wider sound area. This mode produces less surround effect than FOCUS SURROUND. Top view Front speaker (L) Subwoofer TV Front speaker (R) FOCUS SURROUND area WIDE SURROUND area 2 channel source output x 2 CH STEREO This mode outputs 2 channel sound regardless of the audio signal type being input.
Enjoying Discs (Resume Play) When you stop the disc, the system remembers the point where you pressed x and you can start playback from the point you stopped the disc. H 1 x 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.
[TRACK] is displayed when you play a VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD, or CD. Creating Your Own Program PROGRAM (Program Play) 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 99 tracks. 0:00:00 T ALL CLEAR 1. TRACK 2. TRACK – – 3. TRACK – – 4. TRACK – – 5. TRACK – – 6. TRACK – – 7. TRACK – – –– 01 02 03 04 05 06 Tracks recorded on a disc 4 Total time of the programmed tracks Press c.
To return to normal play Press CLEAR, or select [OFF] in Step 2. To play the same program again, select [ON] in Step 3 and press ENTER. Playing in Random Order (Shuffle Play) To turn off the Control Menu Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu is turned off. 1 Follow steps 1 to 3 of “Creating Your Own Program.” 2 Select the program number of the track you want to change or cancel using X/x. If you want to delete the track from the program, press CLEAR.
To return to normal play Press CLEAR, or select [OFF] in Step 2. To turn off the Control Menu Playing Repeatedly (Repeat Play) Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu is turned off. Tip • You can set Shuffle Play while the system is stopped. You can play all of the titles, tracks or albums on a disc or a single title, chapter, track, or album repeatedly. You can use a combination of Shuffle or Program Play modes. X/x ENTER DISPLAY REPEAT With cover opened. 1 Press DISPLAY during playback.
• [TITLE]: repeats the current title on a disc. • [CHAPTER]: repeats the current chapter. x When playing a VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD, or CD x When playing a DATA CD • [OFF]: does not play repeatedly. • [DISC]: repeats all of the albums on the disc. • [ALBUM]: repeats the current album. • [TRACK] (MP3 audio tracks only): repeats the current track. 4 A DVD is divided into a lot of sections, which make up a picture or music feature. These sections are called “titles.
Selecting [ORIGINAL] or [PLAY LIST] on a DVD-RW Selecting a Playback layer for a Super Audio CD Some DVD-RWs in VR (Video Recording) mode have two types of titles for playback: originally recorded titles ([ORIGINAL]) and titles that can be created on recordable DVD players for editing ([PLAY LIST]). You can select the type of title to be played. Some Super Audio CDs consist of a Super Audio CD layer and a CD layer. You can select the playback layer you want to listen to.
Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC Functions (Ver.2.0) (PBC Playback) 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. You cannot play still pictures such as a menu. To return to PBC playback, press x twice, then press H. Enjoying Discs With PBC (Playback Control) functions, you can enjoy simple interactive operations, search functions, and other such operations.
About MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image Files * “Design rule for Camera File system”: Image standards for digital cameras regulated by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA). Note MP3 is audio compression technology that satisfies the ISO/MPEG regulations. JPEG is image compression technology. • The system will play any data with the extension “.MP3,” “.JPG,” or “.JPEG” even if they are not in MP3 or JPEG format.
currently selected album take priority over the next album in the same tree. (Example: C contains D so 4 is played before 5.) Tip MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files recorded on DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/ CD-RWs) can be played on this system. • If you add numbers (01, 02, 03, etc.) to the front of the track/file names when you store the tracks (or files) in a disc, the tracks and files will be played in that order. • If a disc consists of many trees, it takes longer to start playback. .
3 Press X/x to select the album you want and press H. 4 The system starts playing the selected album. Press X/x to select a track and press ENTER. The selected track starts playing. You can turn the track list off by pressing MENU. Pressing MENU again will display the album list. To stop playback Press x. To stop playback To play the next or previous MP3 audio track Press x. To play the next or previous MP3 audio track Press ./>.
4 Press C/X/x/c to select the image you want to view and press ENTER. You can play a slide show with sound by first placing both MP3 and JPEG files in the same album on a DATA CD. When you play back the DATA CD, select [AUTO] mode as explained below. Press C/c when the Control Menu is not displayed. Note that you can select the next album by continuing to press c after the last image on the first album, but that you cannot return to the previous album by pressing C.
The default setting is underlined. • [AUTO]: plays both the JPEG image files and MP3 audio tracks in the same album as a slide show. • [AUDIO (MP3)]: plays only MP3 audio tracks continuously. • [IMAGE (JPEG)]: plays only JPEG image files as a slide show. 6 The options for [INTERVAL] appear. 3 ( 12) 4) 1( 10 / 29 / 2 004 NORMAL NORMAL FAST SLOW1 SLOW2 3 Press X/x to select the album you want and press H.
3 ( 12) 4) 1( 10/23/2004 DATA CD JPEG MODE1 MODE1 MODE2 MODE3 MODE4 MODE5 OFF Press X/x to select the setting you want. The default setting is underlined. • [MODE1]: The image sweeps in from top to bottom. • [MODE2]: The image stretches out from left to right of the screen. • [MODE3]: The image stretches out from the center of the screen. • [MODE4]: The images randomly cycle through the effects. • [MODE5]: The next image slides over the previous image. • [OFF]: Turns off this function.
Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc (Scan, Slow-motion Play, Freeze Frame) Playback direction × 2B t 1M t 2M t 3M 3M (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW/VIDEO CD only) × 2B (DVD VIDEO/Super Audio CD/CD only) Opposite direction × 2b t 1m t 2m t 3m You can quickly locate a particular point on a disc by monitoring the picture or playing back slowly. m/M / SLOW H / 3m (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW/VIDEO CD only) × 2b (DVD VIDEO only) The “× 2B”/“× 2b” playback speed is about twice the normal speed.
Note • You cannot search for a still picture on a DVD-RW in VR mode. Searching for a Title/ Chapter/Track/Scene, etc. Enjoying Discs You can search a DVD by title or chapter, and you can search a VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD/ CD/DATA CD by track, index, or scene. As titles and tracks are assigned unique numbers on the disc, you can select the desired one by entering its number. Or, you can search for a scene using the time code. X/x ENTER DISPLAY Number buttons CLEAR With cover opened. 1 Press DISPLAY.
4 [INDEX] Press X/x or the number buttons to select the title, chapter, track, index, scene, etc., number you want to search for. x When playing a VIDEO CD/Super VCD with PBC Playback [SCENE] If you make a mistake x When playing a Super Audio CD Cancel the number by pressing CLEAR, then select another number. [TRACK] 5 [INDEX] Press ENTER. The system starts playback from the selected number.
Searching by Scene (Picture Navigation) You can divide the screen into 9 subscreens and find the desired scene quickly. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Press C/X/x/c to select a title, chapter, or track, and press ENTER. Playback starts from the selected scene. To return to normal play during setting C/X/x/c ENTER DISPLAY PICTURE NAVI Press O RETURN or Enjoying Discs 4 1 DISPLAY. Note • Depending on the disc, you may not be able to select some items. With cover opened.
Viewing Information About the Disc DISPLAY DISPLAY With cover opened. Viewing the Playing Time and Remaining Time in the Front Panel Display You can check disc information, such as the remaining time, total number of titles in a DVD, tracks in a VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD, CD, or MP3, using the front panel display (page 92). Press DISPLAY. Each time you press DISPLAY while playing the disc, the display changes as shown in the charts.
Checking the Playing Time and Remaining Time You can check the playing time and remaining time of the current title, chapter, or track, and the total playing time or remaining time of the disc. You can also check the DVD text and MP3 folder name/file name recorded on the disc. 1 Press DISPLAY during playback.
To check DATA CD (MP3 audio) text By pressing DISPLAY while playing MP3 audio tracks on a DATA CD, you can display the name of the album/track, and the audio bit rate (the amount of data per second of the current audio) on your TV screen. Bit rate* T 17:30 128k JAZZ RIVER SIDE Album name Track/file name * Appears when playing an MP3 audio track on DATA CDs.
Using Various Additional Functions Displaying the Subtitles Changing the Angles SUBTITLE ANGLE Using Various Additional Functions If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on a DVD VIDEO, you can change the viewing angle. For example, while playing a scene of a train in motion, you can display the view from either the front of the train, the left window of the train, or from the right window without having the train’s movement interrupted.
3 Locking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL) You can set 2 kinds of playback restrictions for the desired disc. • Custom Parental Control You can set playback restrictions so that the system will not play inappropriate discs. • Parental Control Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be limited according to a predetermined level such as the age of the users. Scenes may be blocked or replaced with different scenes. The same password is used for both Custom Parental Control and Parental Control.
To turn off the Custom Parental Control function The Control Menu appears. 2 1 Follow steps 1 through 3 of “Preventing playback of specific discs [CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL].” Press X/x to select [PARENTAL CONTROL], then press ENTER. The options for [PARENTAL CONTROL] appear. 2 Press X/x to select [OFF t], then press ENTER. 12(27) 18(34) T 1:32:55 3 Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER. DVD VIDEO 1 Insert the disc for which Custom Parental Control is set.
4 Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER. Parental Control setting is complete. The display for setting the playback limitation level appears. PARENTAL CONTROL LEVEL: STANDARD: PARENTAL CONTROL LEVEL: STANDARD: 4: PG13 USA OFF USA The lower the value, the stricter the limitation. 5 To turn off the Parental Control function Press X/x to select [STANDARD], then press ENTER. Set [LEVEL] to [OFF] in Step 8.
6 Area Code Code number Standard Code number Argentina 2044 Malaysia 2363 Australia 2047 Mexico 2362 Austria 2046 Netherlands 2376 Belgium 2057 2390 Brazil 2070 New Zealand Canada 2079 Norway 2379 Chile 2090 Pakistan 2427 Philippines 2424 Portugal 2436 Russia 2489 China 2092 Denmark 2115 Finland 2165 France 2174 Germany 2109 India 2248 Indonesia 2238 Italy 2254 Japan 2276 Korea 2304 Singapore 2501 Spain 2149 Sweden 2499 Switzerland 2086 Thailand
TV Other Operations Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote By adjusting the remote signal, you can control your TV with the supplied remote. TV ?/1 TV TV/VIDEO TV CH +/– with the TV button ENTER TV VOL +/– with the TV button TV CH +/– Number buttons TV VOL +/– With cover opened. Note • When you replace the batteries of the remote, the code number may reset itself to the default (SONY) setting. Reset the appropriate code number.
* To use these number buttons, set the remote to the TV mode by pressing the TV button. To cancel the TV mode, press the TV button again. You can select the TV channels by using the number buttons. To select the TV channels, press the number buttons, then ENTER. Note • Depending on the TV, CATV, or satellite tuner, you may not be able to use the remote control or some of the above buttons. • The TV mode turns off when you do not operate the remote for 10 seconds.
By pressing Number/Button TV’s input source on the remote TV/VIDEO 0 VIDEO1 2 VIDEO2 3 VIDEO3 4 VIDEO4 5 VIDEO5 6 VIDEO6 7 VIDEO7 8 VIDEO8 AUDIO HDMI1 SUBTITLE HDMI2 ANGLE HDMI3 PICTURE NAVI HDMI4 HDMI5 Operating for the THEATRE SYNC function Point the remote to the direction of TV and this system, then press THEATRE SYNC once. While transmitting the code from the remote, the TV button flashes. If this function does not work, change the transmit time.
Changing the Sound 2 Press AUDIO repeatedly to select the desired audio signal. x When playing a DVD VIDEO x When playing a DVD-RW The audio streams recorded on a disc are displayed. The default setting is underlined. Example: • [1: AUDIO] • [2: AUDIO] Note Other Operations With VIDEO CDs, CDs, or DATA CDs, you can select the sound from the right or left channel and listen to the sound of the selected channel through both the right and left speakers.
Note • While 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]. • You cannot change the sound for Super Audio CDs. Using the Sound Effect To check the audio signal format (DVD VIDEO only) FUNCTION x If you press AUDIO repeatedly during playback, the format of the current audio signal (PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.) appears on the screen. This function is prohibited on some discs.
Enjoying the sound at low volume x NIGHT MODE Enjoying the Sound of Other Components In this mode, you can enjoy sound effects or dialogue as you would in a movie theater, even at a low volume. It is useful for watching movies at night. FUNCTION Press NIGHT to select “NIGHT ON” in the front panel display. X/x/c ENTER x AUDIO DRC 1 Press AMP MENU. 2 Press x/X repeatedly until “AUDIO DRC” AMP MENU appears in the front panel display, then press ENTER or c. 3 Press x/X to select the setting.
3 4 Press X/x repeatedly until “SET VIDEO1” blinks in the front panel display, then press ENTER or c. Press X/x to select “SET SAT1” (“SAT1” blinks) in the front panel display. Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound (DUAL MONO) Note You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when the system receive the AC-3 multiplex broadcast signal. You can play bilingual broadcasts recorded on DVD-RWs in VR mode.
• MAIN/SUB: main sound is output from the left speaker and Sub sound is output from the right speaker. 4 Enjoying the Radio Press ENTER or AMP MENU. The AMP menu turns off. FUNCTION PRESET –/+ TUNING –/+ C/X/x/c ENTER VOLUME +/– TUNER MENU With cover opened. Presetting radio stations Other Operations CLEAR You can preset 20 FM stations, and 10 AM stations. Before tuning, make sure to turn down the volume to minimum.
6 Press X/x to select the preset number you want. TUNED ST 7 Press ENTER. The station is stored. TUNED ST 8 Repeat 1 to 7 to store other stations. To change the preset number Restart from Step 1. To change the AM tuning interval The AM tuning interval can be set to either 10 kHz or 9 kHz. To change the AM tuning interval, first tune in any AM station, then turn off the system by pressing "/1 on the system. While holding down FUNCTION (on the system), press "/1 on the system to turn on the power.
If you make a mistake Press C/c repeatedly until the character to be changed flashes, then press X/x to select the desired character. To erase the character, press C/c repeatedly until the character to be erased flashes, then press CLEAR. 7 Using the Sleep Timer You can set the system to turn off at a preset time, so you can fall asleep listening to music. You can preset the time in 10 minutes decrements. Press ENTER. The station name is stored.
Changing the Brightness of the Front Panel Display The brightness of the front panel display can be set to either of 2 levels. Returning to the Default Settings You can return the system parameters, such as preset stations, to the default settings. "/1 X/x/c ENTER FUNCTION 1 2 AMP MENU With cover opened. 1 2 3 Press AMP MENU. Press X/x repeatedly until “DIMMER” appears in the front panel display, then press ENTER or c. Press X/x to select the brightness of the front panel display. DIMMER OFF: Bright.
LANGUAGE SETUP OSD: MENU: AUDIO: SUBTITLE: Settings and Adjustments Using the Setup Display By using the Setup Display, you can make various adjustments to items such as picture and sound. You can also set a language for the subtitles and the Setup Display, among other things. For details on each Setup Display item, see pages from 76 to 80. For an overall list of Setup Display items, see page 96.
SCREEN SETUP 16:9 TV TYPE: HDMI RESOLUTION: AUTO ON SCREEN SAVER: JACKET PICTURE BACKGROUND: BLACK LEVEL: ON OFF BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT): FULL 4:3 OUTPUT: Selected setting To reset all of the [SETUP] settings 1 Select [RESET] in Step 3 and press ENTER. 2 Select [YES] using X/x. Setting the Display or Sound Track Language [LANGUAGE SETUP] [LANGUAGE SETUP] allows you to set various languages for the on-screen display or sound track. Select [LANGUAGE SETUP] in the Setup Display.
Settings for the Display [16:9] [SCREEN SETUP] Choose settings according to the TV to be connected. Select [SCREEN SETUP] in the Setup Display. To use the display, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 75). The default settings are underlined. [4:3 PAN SCAN] Note • Depending on the DVD, [4:3 LETTER BOX] may be selected automatically instead of [4:3 PAN SCAN] or vice versa. x HDMI RESOLUTION x [TV TYPE] Selects the aspect ratio of the connected TV (4:3 standard or wide).
display device from becoming damaged (ghosting). Press H to turn off the screen saver. [ON] Turns on the screen saver. [OFF] Turns off the screen saver. x [BACKGROUND] The background can be set/displayed during the following: – When a DVD or Video CD, DATA CD (JPEG files) are stopped. – When a Super Audio CD, CD, or DATA CD (MP3 audio) are played back or stopped.
• If PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital sound, and MPEG audio tracks have the same number of channels, the system selects PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital sound, and MPEG audio tracks in this order. Custom Settings [CUSTOM SETUP] Use this to set up playback related and other settings. Select [CUSTOM SETUP] in the Setup Display. To use the display, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 75). The default settings are underlined.
Speaker Setting (Subwoofer) [SPEAKER SETUP] To obtain the best possible sound, you can change the level of the subwoofer. Select [SPEAKER SETUP] in the Setup Display. For details, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 75). The default setting is underlined. SPEAKER SETUP LEVEL: x LEVEL You can change the level of the subwoofer as follows. [SUBWOOFER] 0dB Set this between -6 dB and +6 dB in 1 dB increments. Tip • You can also press WOOFER to adjust the subwoofer level.
On your TV’s color Additional Information Precautions On placement 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 disc. If you don’t, the disc may be damaged.
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. 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.
Connect the TV and the system using a video jack other than the HDMI OUT, and switch the TV’s input to the connected video input so that you can see the on-screen displays. Change the [HDMI RESOLUTION] setting in [SCREEN SETUP], and switch the TV’s input back to HDMI. If the picture still does not appear, repeat the steps and try other options. Picture noise appears. • The disc is dirty or flawed.
Operation Radio stations cannot be tuned in. • Check that the antenna (aerial) is connected securely. Adjust the antenna (aerial) or connect an external antenna (aerial) if necessary. • The signal strength of the stations is too weak (when tuning in with automatic tuning). Use direct tuning. • No stations have been preset or the preset stations have been cleared (when tuning by scanning preset stations). Preset the stations (page 71). • Press DISPLAY so that the frequency appears in the front panel display.
The language for the sound track cannot be changed. • Multilingual tracks are not recorded on the DVD being played. • The DVD prohibits changing the language for the sound track. The subtitle language cannot be changed. • Multilingual subtitles are not recorded on the DVD being played. • The DVD prohibits changing the subtitles. The subtitle cannot be turned off. • The DVD prohibits turning off subtitles.
Specifications AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: With 6 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 200 – 20,000 Hz; rated 20 W per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.7 % total harmonic distortion from 250 milli watts to rated output.
Dimensions (approx.) Mass (approx.) 205 × 362 × 489 mm (8 1/8 × 14 3/8 × 19 3/8 inches) (w/h/d) 9.8 kg (21 lb 10 oz) General Power requirements Power consumption Dimensions (approx.) Mass (approx.) Supplied accessories 120 V AC, 60 Hz On: 85 W Standby: 0.3 W (at the Power Saving Mode) 380 × 76 × 293 mm (15 × 3 × 11 5/8 inches) (w/ h/d) incl. projecting parts 4.6 kg (10 lb 3 oz) See page 13. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
that of a CD. Furthermore, the data capacity of a dual-layer and single-sided DVD is 8.5 GB, a single-layer and double-sided DVD 9.4 GB, and a dual-layer and double-sided DVD 17 GB. The picture data uses the MPEG 2 format, one of a worldwide standard of digital compression technology. The picture data is compressed to about 1/40 of its original size. The DVD also uses the variable rate coding technology that processes allocated data according to the status of the picture.
lines for the NTSC system). The overall picture quality increases and still images, text and horizontal lines appear sharper. This format is compatible with the 525 progressive format. Track Region Code VIDEO CD This system is used to protect copyrights. A region number is allocated on each DVD system or DVD disc according to the sales region. Each region code is shown on the system as well as on the disc packaging. The system can play discs that match its region code.
Language Code List The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.
Index to Parts and Controls For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.
Front panel display About the indications in the front panel display SLEEP NIGHT TITLE CHAP REP REP1 SHUF PGM TUNED ST MONO PROGRE SA-CD HDMI A/V SYNC A Lights up when progressive signal is output. (22) I Lights up when a stereo broadcast is tuned. (71) B Current surround format (Except for JPEG and Super Audio CD) (68) J Lights up when listening the radio in monaural effect. (72) C Lights up in SLEEP mode.
Rear panel DIGITAL OUT VIDEO 1 / SAT 1 OPTICAL COAXIAL OUT DIGITAL IN VIDEO 1 / SAT 1 DIGITAL IN COAXAL OPTICAL VIDEO 2 / SAT 2 TV VIDEO 1 / SAT 1 VIDEO 2 / SAT 2 MONITOR OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO AM ANTENNA FM 75 L VIDEO 2 / SAT 2 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT COAXIAL TV R SPEAKER A DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL jack (25) C AUDIO IN L/R (VIDEO 1/SAT1, VIDEO 2/ SAT 2, TV) jacks (24, 25) D HDMI OUT jack (20) E VIDEO/S-VIDEO IN (VIDEO 1/SAT 1, VIDEO 2/SAT 2, MONITOR OUT) jacks (20, 25) AUDIO IN AUDIO
Remote D ./> PRESET –/+, TV CH –/+ (29, 34, 47, 64, 65, 71) E H (play) (32, 34, 47, 49, 52) The H button has a tactile dot.* F TOP MENU (43) G C/X/x/c/ENTER (29, 32, 36, 43, 45, 47, 49, 51, 53, 55, 60, 64, 68, 70, 74, 75) C/X/x/c have tactile dots.* H O RETURN (47) I ALBUM –/+ (34, 65) J ANGLE (59) K AUDIO (67) The AUDIO button has a tactile dot.* L SUBTITLE (59) M Number buttons (43, 45, 53, 60, 64, 65) The number 5 button has a tactile dot.
eg TV CH –/+ (64) The TV CH + button has a tactile dot.* eh TV VOL +/– (64) ej NIGHT (68) ek SA-CD/CD (44) el AMP MENU (36, 51, 68, 69, 70, 74) * Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the system.
DVD Setup Display List You can set the following items with the DVD Setup Display. The order of the displayed items may be different from the actual display. The default settings are underlined. LANGUAGE SETUP OSD (Select the language you want to use from the displayed language list.) MENU (Select the language you want to use from the displayed language list.) AUDIO (Select the language you want to use from the displayed language list.
AMP Menu List You can set the following items with AMP MENU on the remote. The default settings are underlined.
Index Numerics 16:9 77 4:3 LETTER BOX 77 4:3 OUTPUT 78 4:3 PAN SCAN 77 5.
Shuffle Play 41 SLEEP 73 Slide show 49 Slow-motion play 52 SPEAKER SETUP 80, 96 Speaker System Hookup 16 SUBTITLE 59, 76 Super Audio CD 8, 44 T THEATRE SYNC 65 TIME/TEXT 53 TITLE 53 Title 87 TRACK 53 Track 87 TRACK SELECTION 79 Troubleshooting 82 TUNER MENU 71 TV Hookup 20 TV TYPE 77 U Usable discs 6 V VIDEO CD 87 99US
