2-590-768-11(1) DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions DAV-DX150 ©2005 Sony Corporation
Model No. DAV-DX150 Serial No.______________ 3 WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Caution – The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with news papers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus.
outlet (mains), even if the unit itself has been turned off. • 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. Installing 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. • Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat buildup.
Table of Contents Welcome!................................................3 About This Manual ................................. 6 This System Can Play the Following Discs ................................................. 6 Guide to the Control Menu Display........9 Getting Started Unpacking ............................................. 12 Inserting Batteries into the Remote....... 12 Hookup Overview................................. 13 Step 1: Speaker System Hookup...........
Settings and Adjustments Using the Setup Display........................ 71 Setting the Display or Sound Track Language ........................................ 72 [LANGUAGE SETUP] Settings for the Display......................... 73 [SCREEN SETUP] Custom Settings .................................... 75 [CUSTOM SETUP] Settings for the Speakers.......................76 [SPEAKER SETUP] Additional Information Precautions ............................................ 79 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 • Super Audio CD • DVD-RAMs Also, the system cannot play the following discs: • A DVD VIDEO with a different region code (page 7, 87). • A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g., card, heart). • A disc with paper or stickers on it.
DVD VIDEOs labeled ALL will also play on this system. If you try to play any other DVD VIDEO, the message [Playback prohibited by area limitations.] will appear on the TV screen. Depending on the DVD VIDEO, no region code indication may be given even though playing the DVD VIDEO is prohibited by area restrictions. Note on playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs Some playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs may be intentionally set by software producers.
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.
Example: Control Menu display 1 when playing a DVD VIDEO. Currently playing title number*1 Currently playing chapter number*2 Total number of titles*1 Total number of chapters*2 Control Menu items 12 18 T Selected item Function name of selected Control Menu item (27) (34) 1:32:55 DVD VIDEO Playback status (N Playback, X Pause, x Stop, etc.
[SHUFFLE] (page 32) Plays the track in random order. [REPEAT] (page 33) Plays the entire disc (all titles/all tracks/all albums) repeatedly or one title/chapter/track/album repeatedly. *1 [A/V SYNC] (page 44) Adjusts the delay between the picture and sound. *1 *1 [PARENTAL CONTROL] (page 60) Sets to prohibit playback on this system.
Getting Started Unpacking Check that you have the following items: • Speakers (5) • Subwoofer (1) • AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Speaker cords (5 m × 4, 15 m × 2) (16.5 ft. × 4, 49.5 ft. × 2) • Video Cord (1) • Remote Commander (remote) (1) • Size AA (R6) batteries (2) • Foot pads* • Operating Instructions • Speaker and TV connections (card) (1) Inserting Batteries into the Remote You can control the system using the supplied remote.
Hookup Overview “Step 1: Speaker System Hookup” (page 14) “Step 2: Antenna (Aerial) Hookup” (page 18) 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 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 76. 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.
Connecting the speakers Getting Started Front speaker (L) Front speaker (R) Center speaker Color label Color label S VIDEO (DVD ONLY) Y AUDIO IN R P B /C B P R /C R L AM DVD ONLY VIDEO/SAT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT VIDEO FRONT R FRONT L SURR R SURR L CENTER WOOFER COAXIAL MONITOR OUT FM 75 SPEAKER Surround speaker (R) Subwoofer Surround speaker (L) Note • Do not set the speakers in an inclined position.
To connect the speaker cords Connect the speaker cords after bending the bare wire at the end of the insulation. This prevents the speaker insulation from being inserted in the speaker terminal. Note • Do not catch the speaker cord insulation in the SPEAKER jack. Avoiding short-circuiting the speakers Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage the system. To prevent this, be sure to follow these precautions when connecting the speakers.
2 Fasten the screws to the wall. The screws should protrude 5 to 7 mm (7/32 to 9/32 inch). Getting Started 5 to 7 mm (7/32 to 9/32 inch) 3 Hang the satellite speakers on the screws. 4.6 mm (3/16 inch) Hole on the back of the speaker 10 mm (13/32 inch) 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.
Step 2: Antenna (Aerial) Hookup Connect the supplied AM/FM antennas (aerials) for listening to the radio. AM loop antenna (aerial) 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 Connecting the video cords Getting Started 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. Sends a played back DVD image to a TV. Check the jacks of your TV, and choose the A, B or C connection. Picture quality improves in order from A (standard) to C (component).
C To connect to a TV with the COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks Connect a component video cord (not supplied). To use the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (Y, PB/ CB, PR/CR) instead of the video jacks, your TV monitor must be equipped with via COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks (Y, PB/CB, PR/CR). If your TV accepts progressive format signals, you must use this connection and set the output channel of the system to progressive format (page 20).
Note that the picture will not be clear or no picture will appear if you select these settings when either of the above conditions is not met. Select this setting when: – your TV accepts progressive signals, and, – the TV is connected to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks, and, – you want to fix the conversion method to PROGRESSIVE VIDEO for video-based software. Select this if the image is not clear when you select PROGRESSIVE AUTO.
TV AUDIO OUT L R To VIDEO/SAT (AUDIO IN) S VIDEO (DVD ONLY) Y AUDIO IN R P B /C B P R /C R L AM DVD ONLY VIDEO/SAT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT VIDEO FRONT R FRONT L SURR R SURR L CENTER WOOFER COAXIAL MONITOR OUT FM 75 SPEAKER To connect the AUDIO OUT jacks of a TV to the VIDEO/SAT (AUDIO IN) jacks of this system Connect a TV to the VIDEO/SAT (AUDIO IN) jacks using an audio cord (not supplied).
Step 4: Other Component Hookup Note • If you connect a TV to the VIDEO/SAT jacks in Step 3 (page 19), you cannot connect other components to the system. Getting Started You can enjoy sound using the speakers of this system by connecting the AUDIO OUT jacks of another component. For video connection of other components, connect directly to the TV. Connecting the system and the other component Outputs the other component through the speakers of this system.
Tip • When you connect a VCR or digital satellite receiver to the VIDEO/SAT jacks of this system, change the function by pressing FUNCTION repeatedly to select “VIDEO” or “SAT.” (When you select “ATT ON,” “SAT” appears in the front panel display instead of “VIDEO.
Step 6: Turning off the Demonstration Before connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) of this system to a wall outlet (mains), connect the speakers to the system (page 14). "/1 "/1 AMP MENU Getting Started Step 5: Connecting the AC Power Cord (Mains Lead) X/x/c ENTER "/1 After connecting the AC power cord (mains lead), the demonstration appears in the front panel display. When you press "/1 on the remote, the demonstration turns off. Note To turn on the system Press "/1.
Step 7: Performing the Quick Setup Follow the steps below to make the minimum number of basic adjustments for using the system. To skip an adjustment, press >. To return to the previous adjustment, press .. LANGUAGE SETUP OSD: MENU: AUDIO: SUBTITLE: 5 ENGLISH ENGLISH FRENCH SPANISH PORTUGUESE Press X/x to select a language. The system displays the menu and subtitles in the selected language. "/1 Note • The selectable language is different depending on the area.
The Control Menu appears. 2 [SETUP], The options for [SETUP] appear. 3.0m 3.0m 3.0m 12(27) 18(34) : : 10 Press X/x to select the center speaker You can set from 0.0 to 7.0 meters (0 to 23 ft). DVD VIDEO QUICK QUICK CUSTOM RESET distance from the listening position, then press ENTER. SPEAKER SETUP SIZE: DISTANCE: LEVEL(FRONT): LEVEL(SURROUND): OFF TEST TONE: FRONT: CENTER: SURROUND: Press X/x to select then press ENTER.
Speaker Setup Positioning the speakers 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 (5 ft) closer (B) and the surround speakers up to 5.0 meters (16 ft) closer (C) to the listening position. The front speakers can be placed from 1.0 to 7.0 meters (4 to 23 ft) (A) from the listening position. Place speakers as illustrated below.
Press the button of the disc number you want. When no disc is in the disc tray you selected, “NO DISC” appears. Perform next Step while “*DISC-1* (eg., 2-5)” flashes. Playing Discs Playing Discs * FUNCTION "/1 DISC 1-5 Disc tray A H Adjust the volume 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.
To save the power in standby mode Press "/1 while the system turns on. To cancel standby mode, press "/1 once. Additional operations To Press Stop x Pause X Resume play after pause X or H Go to the next chapter, track, or scene > (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.
“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. Press H. The system starts playback from the point where you stopped the disc in Step 1. Note • If [MULTI-DISC RESUME] in [CUSTOM SETUP] is set to [OFF] (page 75), the resume point is cleared when you change the function by pressing FUNCTION. • The point where you stopped playing may be cleared when: – you change the play mode.
press c. If you want to delete the track from the program, press CLEAR. The cursor moves to the track row [T] (in this case, [01]). 3 PROGRAM ALL CLEAR 1. TRACK – – 2. TRACK – – 3. TRACK – – 4. TRACK – – 5. TRACK – – 6. TRACK – – 7. TRACK – – 5 0:00:00 T –– 01 02 03 04 05 Select the track you want to program. For example, select track [02]. Press X/x to select [02] under [T], then press ENTER. Selected track 0:15:30 T PROGRAM ALL CLEAR 1. TRACK 2. TRACK 3. TRACK 4. TRACK 5. TRACK 6. TRACK 7.
T 6 (14) 2:50 PLAY CD T OFF OFF TRACK OFF OFF ALL DISCS ONE DISC TRACK Press X/x to select the item to be shuffled. 3 x When playing a VIDEO CD or CD The default setting is underlined. x When playing a DVD VIDEO or DVDRW • [OFF]: does not play repeatedly. • [ALL DISCS]: repeats all of the discs. • [ONE DISC]: repeats all of the titles on the current disc. (When playing a DVDRW in VR mode, [ONE DISC] repeats all of the titles of the selected type.) • [TITLE]: repeats the current title on a disc.
To turn off the Control Menu Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu is turned off. Using the DVD’s Menu Tip • You can set Repeat Play while the system is stopped. After selecting the [REPEAT] option, press H. Repeat Play starts. • You can quickly display the [REPEAT] status by pressing REPEAT. Each time you press REPEAT, the [REPEAT] option changes. Note • You cannot use this function with VIDEO CDs and Super VCDs with PBC playback.
Selecting [ORIGINAL] or [PLAY LIST] on a DVD-RW Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC Functions (Ver.2.0) (PBC Playback) With PBC (Playback Control) functions, you can enjoy simple interactive operations, search functions, and other such operations. PBC playback allows you to play VIDEO CDs interactively by following the menu on the TV screen.
• 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. About MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image Files 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.
currently selected album take priority over the next album in the same tree. (Example: C contains D so 4 is played before 5.) Note When you press MENU and the list of album names appears (page 38), the album names are arranged in the following order: A t B t C t D t F t G. Albums that do not contain tracks (or files) (such as album E) do not appear in the list. • The system will play any data with the extension “.MP3,” “.JPG,” or “.JPEG” even if they are not in MP3 or JPEG format.
Playing DATA CDs with MP3 Audio Track and JPEG Image Files MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files recorded on DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/ CD-RWs) can be played on this system. 3( 30) ROCK BEST HIT KARAOKE MY FAVOURITE SONG R&B JAZZ CLASSIC SALSA OF CUBA BOSSA NOVA 2 Press X/x to select the album you want and press H. The system starts playing the selected album. To stop playback PICTURE NAVI Press x.
The list of tracks contained in the album appears. MY FAVOURITE SONG 1(256) 3 3 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Press C/X/x/c to select the image you want to view and press ENTER. Playing Discs WALTZ FOR DEBBY MY ROMANCE MILES TONES MY FUNNY VALENTINE AUTUM LEAVES ALL BLUES S O M E D A Y M Y P R I N C E W ... 1 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.
Press CLEAR to return to normal view. Note • Nothing happens when you press C while playing the first image file of the album. • If you press C/c to go to the next or previous image, the “Rotating a JPEG image” function is canceled. • The slide show stops when you press X/x. To stop playback Press x. Tip • A scroll box is displayed at the right side of the screen. To display the additional image files, select the bottom image and press x. To return to the previous image, select the top image and press X.
4 Press X/x to select the setting you want and press ENTER. 5 Press MENU. The list of albums recorded on the DATA CD appears. 6 Press X/x to select the album you want and press H. Specifying the slide show duration (JPEG only) When you play JPEG image files using slide show, you can specify the duration for slides to appear on the screen. 1 Press 2 Press X/x to select [INTERVAL], then press ENTER. The options for [INTERVAL] appear.
Selecting an effect for image files in the slide show Enjoying DivX® Videos (JPEG only) When you play a JPEG image file, you can select the effect to be used when viewing the slide show. 1 Press (Asian, Australian, and Saudi Arabian models only) DISPLAY twice. The Control Menu for JPEG appears. 2 Press X/x to select then press ENTER. [EFFECT], The options for [EFFECT] appear. 3 ( 12) 4) 1( 10/23/2004 DATA CD JPEG MODE1 MODE1 MODE2 MODE3 MODE4 MODE5 OFF 3 Press ENTER.
About playback order of data on DATA CDs or DATA DVDs See “Playback order of MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files” (page 37). Note that the playback order may not be applicable, depending on the software used for creating the DivX video file, or if there are more than 200 albums and 600 DivX video files in each album. Note • The system may not be able to play some DATA CDs/DATA DVDs created in the Packet Write format.
Selecting a DivX video file 1 After Step 2 of “Selecting an album,” press ENTER. The list of files in the album appears. MY FAVOURITES 1(2 ) HAWAII 2004 VENUS Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture and Sound (A/V SYNC) * * Asian, Australian, and Saudi Arabian models only. When the sound does not match the pictures on the screen, you can adjust the delay between the picture and sound. 2 Press X/x to select a file and press ENTER. The selected file starts playing. To stop playback Press x.
Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc Playback direction × 2B t 1M t 2M t 3M * Asian, Australian, and Saudi Arabian models only. * Opposite direction * Asian, Australian, and Saudi Arabian models only. You can quickly locate a particular point on a disc by monitoring the picture or playing back slowly.
(step) to go to the preceding frame (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW only). To return to normal playback, press H. Note • You cannot search for a still picture on a DVD-RW in VR mode. • For DATA CDs, this function works only for DivX video files. (Asian, Australian, and Saudi Arabian models only) Searching for a Title/ Chapter/Track/Scene, etc. * You can search a DVD by title or chapter, and you can search a VIDEO CD/CD/DATA CD/ DATA DVD* by track, index, or scene.
x When playing a VIDEO CD/Super VCD without PBC Playback 12(27) (34) T 1:32:55 [TRACK] DVD VIDEO [INDEX] [SCENE] 4 x When playing a CD Press X/x or the number buttons to select the title, chapter, track, index, scene, etc., number you want to search for. [TRACK] x When playing a DATA CD (MP3 audio) [ALBUM] If you make a mistake [TRACK] Cancel the number by pressing CLEAR, then select another number. x When playing a DATA CD (JPEG file) [ALBUM] 5 Press ENTER.
Searching by Scene (Picture Navigation) You can divide the screen into 9 subscreens and find the desired scene quickly. 4 1 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. PICTURE NAVI To return to normal play during setting Press O RETURN or Tip C/X/x/c ENTER DISPLAY 1 CHAPTER VIEWER ENTER Press PICTURE NAVI repeatedly to select an item.
Viewing Information About the Disc * Asian, Australian, and Saudi Arabian models only. DISPLAY t Playing time and number of the current title r Remaining time of the current title r Playing time and number of the current chapter r Playing Discs * When playing a DVD VIDEO or DVD-RW Remaining time of the current chapter r Disc name r Title and chapter r The display returns to the top image after 2 seconds.
When playing a VIDEO CD (without PBC functions) or CD t Playing time of the current track r Remaining time of the current track r Playing time of the disc r Remaining time of the disc r Disc name r The display returns to the top image after 2 seconds. When playing an MP3 t Playing time and current track number r Track (file) name Tip • When playing VIDEO CDs with PBC functions, the playing time is displayed.
• C **:**:** Playing time of the current chapter • C–**:**:** Remaining time of the current chapter • **:** Playing time of the current scene x When playing a VIDEO CD (without PBC functions) or CD • 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 BRAHMS SYMPHONY To check DATA CD (MP3 audio/ DivX video*1)/DATA DVD*1 (DivX video) text By pressing DISPLAY while playing MP3 audio
1(8) 1(20) 01/ 01/ 2003 DATA CD JPEG Date information * “Exchangeable Image File Format” is a digital camera image format defined by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA). Tip • Date information is [MM/DD/YYYY]. MM: Month DD: Day YYYY: Year Note • If there is no date information or data is damaged on the disc, the system cannot display the date information. • Date information differs depending on the area.
x When playing a DVD VIDEO Sound Adjustments Changing the Sound * * Asian, Australian, and Saudi Arabian models only. AUDIO x When playing a DVD-RW The types of sound tracks recorded on a disc are displayed. The default setting is underlined.
• [2:1/L]: the sound of the left channel of the audio track 2 (monaural) • [2:2/R]: the sound of the right channel of the audio track 2 (monaural) Note x When playing a DATA CD (DivX video) or DATA DVD (DivX video) (Asian, Australian, and Saudi Arabian models only) Example: MP3 audio • 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].
Enjoying Surround Sound by Using Sound Field Sound field Display NIGHT NIGHT 2 CHANNEL STEREO 2CH STEREO HEADPHONE VIRTUAL HP VIRTUAL HEADPHONE 2CHANNEL HP 2CH STEREO * * Asian, Australian, and Saudi Arabian models only. SOUND FIELD Automatic outputting of the original sound x AUTO FORMAT DIRECT AUTO The auto decoding function automatically detects the type of audio signal being input (Dolby Digital, DTS, or standard 2 channel stereo) and performs the proper decoding if necessary.
surround decoder that extracts the spatial properties of the original recording without adding any new sounds or tonal colorations. Outputting 2 channel sources from the surround speakers Note x MULTI ST. • When the input signal is multi channel source, Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE/MUSIC are canceled and the multi channel source is output directly. This mode outputs 2 channel sources from the front speakers and surround speakers simultaneously.
To turn the surround effect off Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly until “A.F.D. AUTO” or “2CH STEREO” appears in the front panel display. Enjoying TV or VCR Sound from All Speakers FUNCTION SOUND FIELD 1 Sound Adjustments You can enjoy TV or VCR sound from all speakers of this system. For details, see “Step 3: TV Hookup” (page 19) and “Step 4: Other Component Hookup” (page 23).
Using the Sound Effect DSGX Reinforcing bass frequencies You can reinforce bass frequencies. Press DSGX. Bass frequencies are effectively reinforced. To turn off the sound effect Press DSGX again. Note • When you connect headphones to the system, the DSGX function does not work. • Depending on the input stream, the DSGX function may not be effective.
Using Various Additional Functions Changing the Angles * * * Asian, Australian, and Saudi Arabian models only. 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 a language you are learning, for example, and turn on the subtitles for better understanding.
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 1 Follow steps 1 through 3 of “Preventing playback of specific discs [CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL].” 2 Press X/x to select [OFF t], then press ENTER. 3 2 The options for [PARENTAL CONTROL] appear. 12(27) 18(34) T 1:32:55 Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER. 3 The [CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL] display appears. Press X/x to select [PLAYER t], then press ENTER.
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 Press X/x to select [STANDARD], then press ENTER. To turn off the Parental Control function The selection items for [STANDARD] are displayed. 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 New Zealand 2390 Norway 2379 Pakistan 2427 Brazil 2070 Canada 2079 Chile 2090 China 2092 Denmark 2115 Finland 2165 France 2174 Germany 2109 India 2248 Indonesia 2238 Italy 2254 Japan 2276 Korea 2304 Philippines 2424 Portugal 2436 Russia 2489 Singapore 2501 Spain 2149 Sweden 2499 Switzerland 2086 Thailand
Other Operations Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote You can control your TV (SONY only) with the supplied remote. TV ?/1 TV/VIDEO Number buttons ENTER TV VOL +/– TV CH –/+ TV Controlling TVs with the remote To control the TV You can control the TV by using following buttons. By pressing You can TV [/1 Turn the TV on or off. TV/VIDEO Switch the TV’s input source between the TV and other input sources. TV VOL +/– while pressing the TV button Adjust the TV volume.
Using the THEATRE SYNC Function TV’s input source TV/VIDEO 0 No input source (Default) 1 VIDEO1 2 VIDEO2 3 VIDEO3 4 VIDEO4 5 VIDEO5 6 VIDEO6 7 VIDEO7 8 VIDEO8 9* COMPONENT 1 INPUT CLEAR* COMPONENT 2 INPUT ALBUM –* COMPONENT 3 INPUT ALBUM +* COMPONENT 4 INPUT THEATRE SYNC allows you to turn on your SONY TV and this system, changes the system mode to “DVD,” and then switches the TV’s input source you set with one button push.
Note • This function is only for SONY TVs. (This function may not work on some SONY TVs.) • If distance between TV and this system is too far, this function may not work. Install the system near the TV. • Keep the remote pointed in the direction of the TV and this system while entering the code. Enjoying the Sound of Other Components AMP MENU FUNCTION X/x/c ENTER Selecting the connected component You can use a VCR or other components connected to the VIDEO/SAT jacks on the rear panel.
Using a digital satellite receiver or other components with a high audio output level Enjoying the Radio Connect the satellite receiver to the VIDEO/ SAT jacks on the rear panel. You can also connect the components with a high audio output level (including 2V r.m.s components, such as MD, etc.) to the VIDEO/SAT jacks, and perform the following to prevent distortion occurring. 1 4 CLEAR C/X/x/c ENTER Press X/x to select “ATT ON” in the front panel display. Press ENTER or AMP MENU.
Each time you press TUNER/BAND, the band changes between FM and AM. 6 3 Press X/x to select the preset number you want. Adjust the volume by pressing VOLUME +/–. To turn off the radio Press "/1. 7 Press ENTER. The station is stored. 8 Repeat 1 to 7 to store other stations. To change the preset number Restart from Step 1. To change the AM tuning interval (except for Saudi Arabian model) The AM tuning interval can be set to either 10 kHz or 9 kHz.
5 6 Press ENTER. Create a name by using the cursor buttons. Press X/x to select a character, then press c to move the cursor to the next position. Letters, numbers, and other symbols can be input for a radio station name. 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.
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 speaker settings and preset stations, to the default settings. AMP MENU X/x/c ENTER "/1 1 2 A x Press "/1 to turn on the system. Press x, A, and "/1 on the system at the same time. “COLD RESET” appears in the front panel display and the default settings are returned. 1 2 3 4 Press AMP MENU.
3 Settings and Adjustments Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then press ENTER. The Setup Display appears. 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 72 to 78. For an overall list of Setup Display items, see page 94.
SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: 16:9 SCREEN SAVER: ON BACKGROUND: JACKET PICTURE BLACK LEVEL: ON OFF BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT): FULL 4:3 OUTPUT: Selected setting To reset all of the [SETUP] settings 1 2 3 Select [RESET] in Step 3 and press ENTER. 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. To use the display, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 71).
Settings for the Display [4:3 LETTER BOX] [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 71). The default settings are underlined. Note • Depending on the DVD, [4:3 LETTER BOX] may be selected automatically instead of [4:3 PAN SCAN] or vice versa.
[OFF] Turns off the screen saver. x [BACKGROUND] Selects the background color or picture on the TV screen in stop mode or while playing a CD or DATA CD (MP3 audio). [JACKET PICTURE] The jacket picture (still picture) appears, but only when the jacket picture is already recorded on the disc (CD-EXTRA, etc.). If the disc does not contain a jacket picture, the [GRAPHICS] picture appears. [GRAPHICS] A preset picture stored in the system appears. [BLUE] The background color is blue.
selects PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital sound, and MPEG audio tracks in this order. Custom Settings x [MULTI-DISC RESUME] (DVD VIDEO/ VIDEO CD only) [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 71). The default settings are underlined. CUSTOM SETUP PAUSE MODE: TRACK SELECTION: MULTI-DISC RESUME: AUDIO DRC: Switches the Multi-disc Resume setting on or off.
Settings for the Speakers Position diagram [SPEAKER SETUP] To obtain the best possible surround sound, set for 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. 90 A Select [SPEAKER SETUP] in the Setup Display. For details, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 71). The default settings are underlined.
1.0 - 7.0 m/ 4 - 23 ft 0.0 - 7.0 m/ 0 - 23 ft [L] 0 dB Set this between –6 dB and 0 dB in 1 dB increments. [R] 0 dB Set this between –6 dB and 0 dB in 1 dB increments. [CENTER] Set this between –6 dB and +6 dB 0 dB in 1 dB increments. (appears when you set [CENTER] to [YES] in the [SIZE] setting.) [SUBWOOFER] 0 dB Set this between –6 dB and +6 dB in 1 dB increments. x [LEVEL (SURROUND)] [FRONT] 3.0 m/10 ft* Front speaker distance from the listening position can be set in 0.
The Control Menu appears. 2 Press X/x to select then press ENTER. [SETUP], The options for [SETUP] appear. 3 Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then press ENTER. The Setup Display appears. 4 5 6 Press X/x repeatedly to select [SPEAKER SETUP], then press ENTER or c. Press X/x repeatedly to select [TEST TONE], then press ENTER or c. Press X/x repeatedly to select [ON], then press ENTER. You will hear the test tone from each speaker in sequence.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Additional Information Precautions On cleaning discs • Do not use a commercially available CD/DVD cleaning disc. It may cause a malfunction. On power sources On your TV’s color • AC power cord (mains lead) must be changed only at the qualified service shop.
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.
could affect picture quality. If you still experience problems even when you connect your system directly to your TV, try connecting your system to your TV’s S video input (page 19, 23). • Depending on the DVD, the output signal may not be the entire 5.1 channel. It may be monaural or stereo even if the sound track is recorded in Dolby Digital or MPEG audio format. Even though you set the aspect ratio in [TV TYPE] of [SCREEN SETUP], the picture does not fill the screen.
• Moisture has condensed inside the system and may cause damage to the lenses. Remove the disc and leave the system turned on for about half an hour. The MP3 audio track cannot be played. • The DATA CD is not recorded in the MP3 format that conforms to ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2 or Joliet. • The MP3 audio track does not have the extension “.MP3.” • The data is not formatted in MP3 even though it has the extension “.MP3.” • The data is not MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 data.
The angles cannot be changed. • Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD being played (page 59). • The DVD prohibits changing the angles. A disc cannot be ejected and “LOCKED” appears in the front panel display. • Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. The system does not work normally. • Disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (mains), then reconnect after several minutes.
(CD: λ = 790 nm) Emission duration: continuous Specifications AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS for the US model POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: With 3 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 200 – 20,000 Hz; rated 55 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.7 % total harmonic distortion from 250 milli watts to rated output.
Speaker unit Rated impedance Dimensions (approx.) Mass (approx.) 65 mm (2 5/8 inches) dia. cone type 2.7 ohms 90 × 132 × 107 mm (3 5/8 × 5 1/4 × 4 1/4 inches) (w/h/d) 0.6 kg (1 lb 6 oz) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Center Speaker system Speaker unit Rated impedance Dimensions (approx.) Mass (approx.) Bass reflex 65 mm (2 5/8 inches) dia. cone type 2.7 ohms 200 × 92 × 107 mm (7 7/8 × 3 5/8 × 4 1/4 inches) (w/h/d) 0.
Dolby Surround Pro Logic 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. A title is composed of several chapters. DivX® Digital video technology created by DivXNetworks, Inc. Videos encoded with DivX technology are among the highest quality with a relatively small file size. Dolby Digital This movie theater sound format for is more advanced than Dolby Surround Pro Logic.
and Video mode. DVD-RWs created in Video mode have the same format as a DVD VIDEO, while discs created in VR (Video Recording) mode allow the contents to be programmed or edited. DVD+RW A DVD+RW (plus RW) is a recordable and rewritable disc. DVD+RWs use a recording format that is comparable to the DVD VIDEO format. Playback Control (PBC) Signals encoded on VIDEO CDs (Version 2.0) to control playback.
VIDEO CDs also contain compact audio data. Sounds outside the range of human hearing are compressed while sounds we can hear are not compressed. VIDEO CDs can hold 6 times the audio information of conventional audio CDs. There are 2 versions of VIDEO CDs. • Version 1.1: You can play only moving pictures and sounds. • Version 2.0: You can play high-resolution still pictures and enjoy PBC functions. This system conforms to both versions.
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 A "/1 (on/standby) (25, 29, 70) H .
Front panel display About the indications in the front panel display E Current sound effect (Except for JPEG) (58) B Lights up when the time information of a title or chapter appears in the front panel display. (DVD only) F Current surround format (Except for JPEG) (54) C Monaural/Stereo effect (Radio only) (68) H Playing status (Except for Radio) D Lights up when 2 channel source is output from the surround speakers.
Rear panel S VIDEO (DVD ONLY) Y AUDIO IN R P B /C B P R /C R L AM DVD ONLY VIDEO/SAT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT VIDEO FRONT R FRONT L SURR R SURR L CENTER WOOFER COAXIAL MONITOR OUT FM 75 SPEAKER A SPEAKER jacks (14) B VIDEO/SAT AUDIO IN jacks (21, 23) D MONITOR OUT (VIDEO / S VIDEO) jacks (19) C COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (19) E AM terminal (18) F FM 75Ω COAXIAL jack (18) 92GB
Remote J CLEAR, - (26, 31, 65) K TOP MENU (34) L C/X/x/c/ENTER (25, 31, 55, 60, 66, 70, 71) M O RETURN (35) N REPLAY, STEP (30) O . PRESET –, TV CH – (26, 30, 64, 68) P m/ SLOW, TUNING – (45, 67) Q H (play) (29) The H button has a tactile dot.
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. LANGUAGE SETUP SCREEN SETUP OSD (Select the language you want to use from the displayed language list.) TV TYPE*2 MENU (Select the language you want to use from the displayed language list.) COLOR SYSTEM*1 AUDIO (Select the language you want to use from the displayed language list.
SPEAKER SETUP SIZE DISTANCE LEVEL (FRONT) YES YES NONE SURROUND BEHIND SIDE NONE SUBWOOFER YES FRONT 1.0 m – 7.0 m/ 4 ft – 23 ft 0.0 m – 7.0 m/ CENTER 0 ft – 23 ft SURROUND 0.0 m – 7.
AMP Menu List You can set the following items with AMP MENU on the remote.
Index Numerics 16:9 73 4:3 LETTER BOX 73 4:3 OUTPUT 74 4:3 PAN SCAN 73 5.
Scan 45 SCENE 46 Scene 87 SCREEN SAVER 73 SCREEN SETUP 73 Searching 45 SETUP 71 Setup Display 71, 94 Shuffle Play 32 SIZE 76 SLEEP 69 Slide show 40 Slow-motion play 45 Sound Field 55 SPEAKER SETUP 76 Speaker setup 28 Speaker System Hookup 14 SUBTITLE 59, 72 T TEST TONE 77 THEATRE SYNC 65 TIME/TEXT 47 TITLE 46 Title 87 TRACK 46 Track 87 TRACK SELECTION 75 Troubleshooting 80 TUNER MENU 67 TV Hookup 19 TV TYPE 73 U Usable discs 6 V VIDEO CD 87 98GB
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