2-591-181-13(1) DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions DAV-LF10 ©2005 Sony Corporation
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. For the customers in the U.S.A – Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – 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. – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Precautions Safety • If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. • The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet (mains), even if the unit itself has been turned off. • Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if you do not intend to use it for an extended period of time. To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug, never by the cord.
• For power saving purposes, set the system to standby mode by pressing the "/1 button (the standby indicator lights up). To turn off the system completely, remove the AC power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (mains). • Do not carry the system while it is turned on. 3 To cancel, press "/1. On adjusting volume Do not turn up the volume while listening to a section with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level section is suddenly played.
Table of Contents Welcome! ................................................ 3 Precautions .............................................. 3 About This Manual ................................. 7 This System Can Play the Following Discs ................................................. 7 Notes about Discs ................................... 9 Guide to the Control Menu Display...... 10 Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc..............................................
Settings and Adjustments Using the Setup Display........................ 87 Setting the Display or Sound Track Language ........................................ 88 (LANGUAGE SETUP) Settings for the Display......................... 88 (SCREEN SETUP) Custom Settings .................................... 90 (CUSTOM SETUP) Settings for the Speakers....................... 92 (SPEAKER SETUP) Quick Setup and Resetting the System ............................................
About This Manual Format of discs Disc logo Audio CD • The OSD (on-screen display) may vary depending on the country model. • 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. • Measurements are expressed in feet (ft) for North American models. • The following symbols are used in this manual. Symbol Meaning The “DVD VIDEO” logo is a trademark.
• If audio tracks and images in music CD format or video CD format are recorded in the first session, only the first session will be played back. Region code Your system has a region code printed on the back of the unit and will only play DVDs labeled with the same region code. 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.
software producers designed, some playback features may not be available. Also, refer to the instructions supplied with the DVDs or VIDEO CDs. On cleaning • Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out. Copyrights This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights.
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 Playback status Disc name or title name (NPlayback, XPause, xStop, etc.
ALBUM (JPEG only) (page 49) Selects the album (JPEG) to be played. FILE (JPEG only) (page 49) Selects the file (JPEG) to be played. DATE (JPEG only) (page 61) Displays the date information. ANGLE (DVD VIDEO only) Changes the angle. PLAYMODE (VIDEO CD/Super Selects the play mode. (page 70) Audio CD/CD/MP3/JPEG only) (page 53) REPEAT (page 53) Plays the entire disc (all titles/all tracks), one title/chapter/ track/album, or contents of program repeatedly.
Getting Started Unpacking Check that you have the following items: • Speakers (5) • Subwoofer (1) • Surround amplifier (1) • Control unit (1) • IR transmitter* (1) • IR receiver* (1) • IR receiver stand (1) For the front speakers • Speaker stands (2) • Covers of speaker stands (2) • Screws (large) (4) For the surround amplifier • Speaker cord cover (1) • Speaker cord holder (1) • Screw (small) (1) • • • • • • • • • • • Remote sensor (1) Cleaning cloth for the front panel (80 mm × 80 mm) (3.9 inches × 3.
Using 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 on the remote sensor. Getting Started Inserting batteries into the remote 1 Remove the cover. 2 2 Pinch the edges down. Notes • Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place. • Do not use a new battery with an old one.
About the remote sensor Point the remote at on the remote sensor. Connect the remote sensor to the DIR-R4 jack of the subwoofer (page 110). It is recommended to position the remote sensor near the Subwoofer.
Step 1: Speaker System Hookup Getting Started Connect the supplied speaker system using the supplied speaker cords by matching the colors of the jacks to those of the cords. For the surround speakers connect them to the surround amplifier that receives the sound by wireless. 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 36.
Required equipments for the wireless system IR transmitter Transmits the sound by the infrared signals. Connect it to the DIR-T1 jack of the subwoofer. IR receiver Receive the sound by the infrared ray. Connect it to the DIR-R1 jack of the surround amplifier. When using the IR receiver stand, attach the stand so that both delta marks on the IR receiver and stand are aligned.
Terminals for connecting the speakers To the Front speakers SPEAKER FRONT L (white) and R (red) jacks of the system Center speaker SPEAKER CENTER (green) jack of the system Surround speakers SPEAKER SURR L (blue) and R (gray) jacks of the surround amplifier IR transmitter DIR-T1 (pink) jack of the system IR receiver DIR-R1 (light blue) jack of the surround amplifier Getting Started Connect the Center speaker Front speaker (L) Front speaker (R) IR transmitter VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y PB/
Tip You can install the front speakers and surround speakers to optional speaker stands (not supplied). Notes on placing speakers • Do not set the speakers in an inclined position. • Do not place the speakers in locations that are: – Extremely hot or cold – Dusty or dirty – Very humid – Subject to vibrations – Subject to direct sunlight • Use caution when placing the subwoofer or tall speakers on a specially treated (waxed, oiled, polished, etc.) floor, as staining or discoloration may result.
About the surround amplifier Attaching the cover 1 Attach the speaker cord cover by sliding it down along the grooves at the edges of the surround amplifier. 3 Secure the speaker cord holder with the supplied screw (small). Speaker cord cover Getting Started After connecting, you can attach the cover to the surround amplifier for organizing and storing excess speaker cords. Screw Surround amplifier Grooves Push the speaker cord cover down until you hear a click.
To avoid short-circuiting the speakers Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage the system. To prevent this, be sure to follow these precautions when connecting the speakers. Make sure the bare wire of each speaker cord does not touch another speaker jack or the bare wire of another speaker cord. Examples of poor conditions of the speaker cord Stripped speaker cord is touching another speaker terminal. Stripped cords are touching each other due to excessive removal of insulation.
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.
Tip If you have poor FM reception, use a 75-ohms coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the system to an outdoor FM antenna (aerial) as shown below.
Step 3: TV and Video Component Hookups Required cords Video cord for connecting a TV Yellow Audio/video cords (not supplied) When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded sleeves to the appropriate jacks on the components.
TV TV with S VIDEO IN jack INPUT VIDEO IN IN Getting Started INPUT S VIDEO IN IN VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y PB/CB PR/CR ANTENNA SCAN SELECT SELECTABLE INTERLACE AM S VIDEO (DVD ONLY) MONITOR OUTPUT VIDEO IN VIDEO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN DIR-T1 CENTER FRONT L FRONT R (FOR SS-TSL10 , SS-CTL10) PHONES OPTICAL L DIGITAL IN L SPEAKER FM 75 COAXIAL DIR-R4 R VIDEO OUT R SYSTEM CONNECTOR FOR HCD-LF10 SAT OUT OUT VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT AUDIO OUT OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT IN COMPO
The system can accept both the digital and analogue signals. Digital signals have priority over analogue signals. If the digital signal ceases, the analogue signal will be processed after 2 seconds. If you connect a digital satellite receiver without an OPTICAL OUT jack Connect the digital satellite receiver to the SAT AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks only of the system. To listen to TV, VCR or game machine (e.g.
If your TV does not accept progressive signals and progressive format is set by mistake Getting Started The image may not appear, or will appear distorted. In this case, set the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/ SCAN SELECT switch on the rear panel of the subwoofer to INTERLACE.
Connect to a TV with audio output jacks Digital satellite receiver, PlayStation 2, etc. TV, VCR, etc.
Before connecting the AC power cords (mains leads) of the subwoofer and the surround amplifier to a wall outlet (mains), connect the front and center speakers to the subwoofer and surround speakers to the surround amplifier (see page 17). Getting Started Step 4: Connecting the AC Power Cords (Mains Leads) and Powering On Powering the control unit on After powering the control unit on, initialization begins. During initialization, do not touch the front panel display.
Step 5: Adjusting the Wireless System About the wireless system This wireless system adopts the Digital Infrared Audio Transmission system (page 103). The following diagram indicates the infrared transmission area (the range that the infrared rays can reach). After connecting the speakers, surround amplifier, IR transmitter, IR receiver, and the AC power cords (mains leads), adjust the wireless system for good transmission. "/1 Top view Infrared signal 10 10 POWER/ON LINE indicator POWER Approx.
Example for installation Top view Front speaker (L) Center speaker Front speaker (R) Getting Started Position the IR transmitter and IR receiver as illustrated. Install the IR transmitter and IR receiver in direct line with each other, and adjust the orientation of the IR transmitter and IR receiver until the POWER/ON LINE indicator on the surround amplifier turns green.
Hanging the IR transmitter and IR receiver on a wall You can hang the IR transmitter and IR receiver on a wall when: – there is an obstruction between the IR transmitter and the IR receiver. – people often pass between the IR transmitter and the IR receiver. When hanging both the IR transmitter and IR receiver, adjust the position of the IR transmitter after deciding the position of the IR receiver.
To hang the IR transmitter on a wall Hang the IR transmitter via hole on the bottom of the stand on the screw. Make sure that the IR transmitter does not move after installation. Prepare two screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the holes on the back of the IR transmitter. See the illustrations below. Holes on the back of the IR transmitter IR transmitter 3 mm (1/8 inch) 3.8 mm (5/32 inch) Getting Started 1 4 8 mm (11/32 inch) more than 20 mm (13/16 inch) 3.
Step 6: Performing the Quick Setup After completing the first 5 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. After performing the Quick Setup, the system is ready for playing back of movies, music CDs, etc. To perform further speakers settings, see “Settings for the Speakers” on page 92. How to use the Quick Setup 5 Press ENTER. [LANGUAGE SETUP] appears.
7 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 Notes • When you press CLEAR in guide message, the message disappears. When you need to change settings, select [QUICK] from [SETUP] in Setup Display (page 97).
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 4.6 meters (15 ft) closer (C) to the listening position. The front speakers can be placed from 1.0 to 7.0 meters (3 to 23 ft) (A) from the listening position.
Attaching the front speakers to the speaker stands Thread the speaker cord through the hole in the bottom of the speaker stand. Attach the speaker to the speaker stand with the supplied screws (large) securely after adjusting the height of the speaker. Getting Started 1 3 Screw 2 Thread the speaker cord through the post of the speaker stand, and connect it to the speaker. Make sure that the hole on the back of the speaker is in the right direction, as illustrated below.
5 Attach the cover. Attaching the supplied foot pads When you place the center speaker on a rack, attach the supplied foot pads to the bottom face of the speaker. Make sure that the hole on the back of the speaker is in the right direction, as illustrated below. Center speaker Hole on the back of the speaker Notes • Set both speakers to the same height. • You can install the front and surround speakers on optional speaker stands (WS-FV20 or WS-FV11).
Installing the speakers on a wall 2 Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the hole on the back of each speaker. See the illustrations below. 280 mm (11 1/8 inches) 8 to 10 mm (11/32 to 13/32 inch) Getting Started For the front speakers The front speakers can be wall mounted, either vertically or horizontally. To mount the front speakers horizontally, follow the procedure to install the center speaker. 1 Fasten the screws to the wall.
Notes For the front speakers Hole on the back of the speaker 1 1 4.6 mm (3/16 inch) 1 2 2 10 mm (13/32 inch) Foot pad For the center speaker 4.6 mm (3/16 inch) Hole on the back of the speaker 10 mm (13/32 inch) Foot pad For the surround speakers 4.6 mm (3/16 inch) 10 mm (13/32 inch) Foot pad 40GB Hole on the back of the speaker • Use screws that are suitable for the wall material and strength.
Playing Discs 1 2 Playing Discs 3 Switch the input selector on the TV to this system. Press "/1 on the system. 4 Playing Discs The system turns on. Unless the mode of the system is set to “DVD,” press FUNCTION on the remote or touch the Touch Panel Sensor (page 43) to select “DVD.” “No Disc” appears in the front panel display and the system is ready for loading the disc. Depending on the DVD or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted.
To turn on the system Press "/1 on the system. The system turns on. In standby mode, the system also turns on by loading a disc. Additional operations Z To turn off the system 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 the wall outlet (mains). While playing a disc, do not turn off the system by pressing "/1. Doing so may cancel the menu settings.
Notes Operating by the Touch Panel Sensor Normal display Playing Discs You can also operate the system by touching the Touch Panel Sensor on the control unit. Before using the Touch Panel Sensor, perform steps 1 to 4 in “Playing Discs” (page 41) or steps 1 to 8 in “Presetting Radio Stations” (page 82). • Do not handle the clear plastic panel when you move or operate the control unit as it may break.
Tip Resuming Playback from the Point Where You Stopped the Disc (Resume Play) When you stop a 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 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.
Using the DVD’s Menu DVD TOP MENU/ ALBUM– Some DVD-RW discs 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 titles to be played. DVD MENU/ ALBUM+ X/x/c/ ENTER DVD DISPLAY C/X/x/c/ ENTER 1 Number buttons Playing Discs A DVD is divided into a lot of sections, which make up a picture or music feature. These sections are called “titles.
Notes Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC Functions (Ver. 2.0) (PBC Playback) • 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 With PBC (Playback Control) functions, you can enjoy simple interactive operations, search functions, and other such operations.
Playing an MP3 Audio Track 1 2 DVD TOP MENU/ ALBUM– 1 O RETURN Press DVD DISPLAY. The Control Menu and name of the MP3 data disc appears. 2 The system starts to play the first MP3 audio track in the first album on the disc. Press X/x to select then press ENTER or c. (ALBUM) The list of albums contained in the disc appears. Notes • The system can play MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer3) audio. The system cannot play audio tracks in MP3PRO format.
4 Select (TRACK) using X/x and press ENTER. Playing JPEG Image Files The list of tracks contained in the current album appears. HOME TOWN ROCK BEST HIT MP3 1.HIGHWAY 2.VIEW POINT 3.MY CHILDREN 4.DANCING 5.GOOD TASTE 6.DESTINATION 7.MARATHON 8.PLACE-KICK 9.TAKE IT EASY 10.PORT TOWER 11.STANDARD 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.
DVD TOP MENU/ ALBUM– DVD MENU/ ALBUM+ 5 C/X/x/c/ ENTER DVD DISPLAY O RETURN 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.
Enjoying Slide show on a JPEG data disc To rotate the current image M H H C/c 1 Press M while displaying a JPEG image. Slide show starts from the current image. 2 Press H when you want to exit Slide show. Return to normal play from the current image. To change the interval time of Slide show Each time you press M during Slide show, the interval time changes. With each press, the indication changes as follows: t 1M t 2M t 3M The 3M interval time is faster than 2M.
(Program Play) You can play the contents of a disc in the order you want by arranging the order of the tracks or albums on the disc to create your own program. You can program up to 25 tracks or albums. 2 The cursor moves to the track (in this case, “1”). Before programming the MP3 tracks, it is required to select the album.
4 Press X/x or the number buttons to select “7” then press ENTER. Total time of the programmed tracks (except MP3) Program 1 ALBUM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 5 Playing in Random Order (Shuffle Play) Total Time - - : - TRACK 7 You can have the system “shuffle” tracks and play them in random order. Subsequent “shuffling” will produce a different playing order. To program other tracks, repeat Steps 2 to 4. The programmed tracks are displayed in the selected order. 6 H Press H to start Program Play.
Setting the shuffle mode in the Control Menu Playing Repeatedly You can select either normal shuffle or album shuffle (MP3 only). (Repeat Play) H Playing Discs 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 46). C/X/x/c/ ENTER DVD DISPLAY H 1 Press DVD DISPLAY. C/X/x/c/ ENTER The Control Menu appears.
x When playing a DVD/DVD-RW • OFF: does not play repeatedly. • ALL: repeats all the titles. • TITLE: repeats the current title on the disc. • CHAPTER*: repeats the current chapter. Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc (Scan, Slow-motion Play) * Except for DVD-RW (VR mode) x When playing a VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD/CD/MP3, and when Program Play is set to OFF You can locate a particular point on a disc quickly by monitoring the picture or by playing back slowly. • OFF: does not play repeatedly.
To change the scan speed (DVD/ VIDEO CD only) t Playback direction 1M t 2M t Opposite direction 1m t 2m The 2M/2m playback speed is faster than 1M/1m. Watching frame by frame (Slow-motion Play) (DVD/VIDEO CD only) Press or pause mode. 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).
2 Press X/x to select the search method, then press ENTER or c. 3 Press X/x to select the desired track, then press ENTER. The system starts playback from the selected track. x When playing a DVD (TITLE) x When playing a VIDEO CD Searching for a chapter/index (TRACK) x When playing a Super Audio CD 1 Press DVD DISPLAY. The Control Menu appears. (TRACK) 2 x When playing a CD Press X/x to select the search method.
4 Press X/x or the number buttons to select the chapter or index number you want to search. Viewing Disc Information If you make a mistake 5 Press ENTER. The system starts playback from the selected number. Note When you play a VIDEO CD with PBC functions, the index search function does not work.
When playing back a DVD or DVD-RW Playing time and current title number When playing back a VIDEO CD (without PBC functions), Super Audio CD or CD Playing time and current track number DVD TITLE CD 1 Remaining time and current title number 1 TRK 0.01.11 0.59 Remaining time and current track number CD DVD TITLE 1 -1.48.21 -4.02 Playing time of the disc Playing time and current chapter number CD DVD CHAP 1 TRK 1 0.01.42 1.
When playing back an MP3 When playing back a JPEG Playing time and current track number Current file number MP3 JPEG 6 FILE 0.28 Remaining time and current track number 4 File name MP3 JPEG TRK 6 FILE -2.
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.
x When playing a DVD x When playing a VIDEO CD (with PBC functions) • **:** Playing time of the current scene Checking the date information (JPEG only) 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 or c. (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.
x When playing a DVD-RW Notes • Not all discs give you the three choices above when in Super Audio CD playback. It all depends on the layer configuration of the Super Audio CD to be played. • When playing a Super Audio CD in the 2 channel playback area or the 2 CHANNEL STEREO mode, the POWER/ON LINE indicator of the surround amplifier turns red. 4 Displaying the audio information of the disc (DVD VIDEO only) When you select [AUDIO], the channels being played are displayed on the screen.
• Dolby Digital 5.1ch PROGRAM FORMAT Enjoying Surround Sound DOLBY DIGITAL 3/2.1 • DTS PROGRAM FORMAT DTS 3/2.1 Tips • When the signal contains surround signal components such as LS, RS, or S, the surround effect is enhanced. • If you play MPEG AUDIO sound tracks, the system outputs PCM (stereo) signals. 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.
Using only the front speaker and subwoofer (2 CHANNEL STEREO) 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. This mode presents the sound as it was recorded/encoded, without adding any effects (e.g. reverberation). However, if there are no low frequency signals (Dolby Digital LFE, etc.), it will generate a low frequency signal for output to the subwoofer.
Selecting a sound field (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT button) AUTO FORMAT DIRECT With cover opened. Press AUTO FORMAT DIRECT repeatedly until the sound field you want appears in the front panel display. Sound field Display AUTO FORMAT DIRECT PRO LOGIC II MOVIE Pro Logic II Movie AUTO FORMAT DIRECT PRO LOGIC II MUSIC Pro Logic II Music x AUTO FORMAT DIRECT PRO LOGICII MOVIE/MUSIC Dolby Pro LogicII produces five full-bandwidth output channels from two-channel sources.
Selecting a sound field (MODE button) x CINEMA STUDIO EX B (Cinema Studio EX B) Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Kim Novak Theater” cinema production studio. This mode is ideal for watching science-fiction or action movies with lots of sound effects. MODE Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment scoring stage. This mode is ideal for watching musicals or classic films where music is featured in the soundtrack.
For music or others To turn the surround effect off Sound field Press AUTO FORMAT DIRECT repeatedly until “Auto Format Direct Auto” appears in the front panel display. Display HALL Hall JAZZ CLUB Jazz Club LIVE CONCERT Live Concert GAME Game SPORTS Sports MONO MOVIE Mono Movie Press AUTO FORMAT DIRECT or MODE repeatedly until “Head Phone 2Channel” appears in the front panel display. x HALL (Hall) Notes Reproduces the acoustics of a rectangular concert hall.
Enjoying TV or VCR Sound from All Speakers This system provides you with 2 types of sound effect, simply by pressing a button. Choose the sound to suit your needs. Sound Adjustments You can enjoy TV or VCR sound from all speakers of this system. For details, see “Step 3: TV and Video Component Hookups” (page 24). Using the Sound Effect FUNCTION AUTO FORMAT DIRECT MODE DSGX With cover opened. With cover opened.
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) If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on a DVD, 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 Displaying Subtitles Depending on the DVD, the choice of language varies. When 4 digits are displayed, they indicate the language code. Refer to the language code list on page 113 to see which language the code represents. 4 Press ENTER. To cancel the [SUBTITLE] setting Select [OFF] in Step 3. To turn off the Control Menu Press DVD DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu is turned off.
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) You can set two kinds of playback restrictions for a disc. • Custom Parental Control You can set the playback restrictions so that the system will not play inappropriate discs. • Parental Control Playback of some DVDs can be limited according to a predetermined level, such as the age of the viewer.
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. Custom parental control is already set.
Limiting playback for children (Parental Control) (DVD VIDEO only) 3 Press X/x to select [PARENTAL CONTROL t], then press ENTER or c. x If you have not entered a password The display for registering a new password appears. Playback of some DVDs can be limited according to a predetermined level, such as the age of the viewer. The “Parental Control” function allows you to set a playback limitation level. A scene that is limited is not played, or it is replaced by a different scene.
5 Press X/x to select [STANDARD], then press ENTER or c. The selection items for [STANDARD] are displayed. If you make a mistake Press O RETURN or C to go back to the previous screen. To turn off the Setup Display CUSTOM SETUP PARENTAL CONTROL LEVEL: OFF STANDARD: USA CHANGE PASSWORD OTHERS Press DVD SETUP repeatedly until the Setup Display is turned off. Set [LEVEL] to [OFF] in Step 8. 6 Press X/x to select a geographic area as the playback limitation level, then press ENTER. The area is selected.
Playing the disc for which Parental Control is set Standard Code number Argentina 2044 Insert the disc and press H. Australia 2047 The [PARENTAL CONTROL] display appears. Austria 2046 Belgium 2057 Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER. Brazil 2070 Canada 2079 The system starts playback. Chile 2090 Notes China 2092 • If you play a DVD which does not have the Parental Control function, playback cannot be limited on this system.
Code numbers of controllable TVs Other Operations Controlling TV with the Supplied Remote If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one that works with your TV. TV Code number SONY 001 Admiral 012, 016, 039 Notes AIWA 001, 007, 008 • 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 reset itself to the default (SONY) setting.
GB Manufacturer Code number Manufacturer Code number 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 Vide
Controlling the TV You can control your TV using the buttons below. 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 +/– Adjust the TV volume. TV CH +/– Select the TV channel. Using the SONY TV DIRECT (THEATRE SYNC) Function This function allows you to turn on your SONY TV and this system, change the system mode to “DVD,” and then switch the TV’s input source you set with one button push.
Notes By pressing Number TV’s input source TV/VIDEO 0 No input source (Default) 1 VIDEO1 2 VIDEO2 3 VIDEO3 4 VIDEO4 5 VIDEO5 6 VIDEO6 7* COMPONENT1 INPUT 8* COMPONENT2 INPUT * Except for North American models. Operation Point the remote at the TV and on the remote sensor, then press SONY TV DIRECT (THEATRE SYNC) once. While transmitting the code from the remote, the TV button flashes. If this function does not work, change the transmit time.
Using the Video or Other Units 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. Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound (Dual Mono) You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when the system receive the AC-3 multiplex broadcast signal. Note FUNCTION Each time you press FUNCTION, the mode of the system changes in the following sequence. FM t AM t VIDEO t SAT t DVD t FM...
x Dual Mono Sub Sound of the sub language will be output. Enjoying the Radio x Dual Mono Main/Sub Sound of the main language will be output through the front left speaker and sound of the sub language will be output through the front right speaker simultaneously. x Dual Mono Main+Sub Presetting Radio Stations You can preset 20 FM stations, and 10 AM stations. Before tuning, make sure to turn down the volume to minimum. Mixed sound of both the main and sub languages will be output. 5 Press AMP MENU.
5 Press ENTER. Press ENTER. “AM Step Change **K” is displayed (** refers to 9 or 10). 4 Select 9 or 10 using X/x, then press ENTER. “Really ? No” is displayed. 5 Select “Really ? Yes” using X/x, then press ENTER. “Complete” is displayed for a few seconds. Then “Standby” flashes on the front panel display and the system turns off. 6 Press ?/1. AM step is changed and AM preset stations are erased. A preset number appears in the front panel display. Memory FM 4 6 108.
2 Press PRESET + or – repeatedly to select the preset station you want. Each time you press the button, the system tunes in one preset station. Each time you press TUNER/BAND, the band toggles between AM and FM. 3 Adjust the volume by pressing VOL +/–. Naming Preset Stations You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for preset stations. These names (for example, “XYZ”) appear in the system’s front panel display when a station is selected.
6 Create an index name by using the cursor buttons: Press X/x to select a character, then press c to move the cursor to the next position. 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. Capital letters, numbers, and other symbols can be input for a radio station name. 7 Press ENTER. Using the Sleep Timer You can set the system to turn off at a preset time, so you can fall asleep listening to music.
Changing the Brightness of the Front Panel Display You can change the brightness of the front panel display by two steps. Returning to the Default Settings You can return the system parameters such as speaker settings and preset stations, to the default settings. Z ON FUNCTI + VOL. - Touch Panel Sensor VOL. – C/X/x/c/ ENTER Press and hold Touch Panel Sensor VOL. – (page 43) and Z simultaneously for a few seconds. AMP MENU With cover opened. 1 2 Press AMP MENU.
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 8894.
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 87). LANGUAGE SETUP OSD : DVD MENU : AUDIO : SUBTITLE : Choose settings according to the TV to be connected. Select [SCREEN SETUP] in the Setup Display.
x COMPONENT OUT 16:9 This will change the type of signal output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks on the system. See page 110, for more information about the different types. 4:3 LETTER BOX INTERLACE Select this when you connect to a standard (interlace format) TV. PROGRESSIVE Select this when you have a TV that can accept progressive signals. 4:3 PAN SCAN Notes Note x SCREEN SAVER Turns the screen saver on and off.
Notes • If your TV accepts progressive signals, connect COMPONENT VIDEO OUT of the system to the TV using a component video cord (not supplied), and set progressive format. • When [PROGRESSIVE] is selected in [SCREEN SETUP], no signal is output from the MONITOR OUTPUT jacks. • If you set [COMPONENT OUT] in [SCREEN SETUP] to [PROGRESSIVE] even though your TV cannot accept the signal in progressive format, picture noise may appears. In this case, return the setting to interlace format (page 27).
x TRACK SELECTION (DVD VIDEO only) x DATA CD PRIORITY (MP3, JPEG only) Gives the sound track having the highest number of channels priority when you play a DVD VIDEO on which multiple audio formats (PCM, MPEG audio, DTS, or Dolby Digital format) are recorded. Set priority data you want to play, when you play a DATA CD (CD-ROM/CD-R/CD-RW) containing MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files. OFF No priority given. AUTO Priority given.
Settings for the Speakers FRONT YES CENTER YES: Normally select this. NONE: Select this if no center speaker is used. SURROUND BEHIND: Select this if surround speakers are located in section B. SIDE: Select this if surround speakers are located in section A. NONE: Select this if no surround speaker is used. (SPEAKER SETUP) Note Install the cords carefully to avoid stumbling over the cords. This may cause injury.
Be sure to change the value in the Setup Display when you move the speakers. Front speaker distance from the listening position can be set in 0.2 meter (1 ft) increments from 1.0 to 7.0 meters (3 to 23 ft). CENTER 1.6 m* (5 ft) (appears when you set [CENTER] to [YES] in the [SIZE] setting.) Center speaker distance can be moved up to 1.6 meters (5 ft) closer to the listening position from the front speaker distance, in 0.2 meter (1 ft) increments. SURROUND 1.
Adjusting the speaker balance and level by using the test tone 1 Press DVD SETUP in stop mode. The Setup Display appears. 2 3 4 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. 5 From your listening position, adjust the value of [LEVEL] and [BALANCE] using C/X/x/c.
4 Customize Dual Mono Dual Mono Main Dual Mono Sub Dual Mono Main/Sub Dual Mono Main+Sub Surround Speaker Reverse* Reverse Off SL SR Reverse On SR SL Press X/x to select the desired item, then press ENTER or c. To set the item, press X/x, then press ENTER or AMP MENU. You can set the following items. The default settings are underlined. Note Dimmer Dimmer Off Dimmer On While a DVD is being played, Speaker Setup and Dual Mono cannot be set.
b) This setting appears when you set the corresponding speaker to “Yes” in “Speaker Setup” (page 94). xCustomize Dual Mono Dual Mono Main Dual Mono Sub Dual Mono Main/Sub Dual Mono Main+Sub For details, see “Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound (Dual Mono)” on page 81. Surround Speaker Reverse* Reverse Off SL SR Reverse On SR SL Dimmer Dimmer Off Dimmer On For details, see “Changing the Brightness of the Front Panel Display” on page 86.
Quick Setup and Resetting the System (SETUP) Select [SETUP] in the setup display. For details, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 87). 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 canceled 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 34.
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. • Check that the SYSTEM CONNECTOR cord is connected securely (page 15). The standby indicator flashes.
The left and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed. • Check that the speakers and components are connected correctly and securely. • Adjust the balance parameter in the [BALANCE] menu (page 93). • Make sure the “Surround Speaker Reverse” setting in the AMP menu is appropriate (page 96). There is no sound from the subwoofer. • Check that the SYSTEM CONNECTOR cord is connected correctly and securely (page 15). • Set the sound field to “Auto Format Direct Auto” (page 65).
The POWER/ON LINE indicator flashes in red. • Move the wireless system away from any other nearby wireless system(s). • Point the IR transmitter at the IR receiver. The disc does not play. • There is no disc inserted. • The disc is upside down. Insert the disc into the disc slot correctly. • The disc is skewed in the system. • The system cannot play CD-ROMs, etc. (page 8). • The region code on the DVD does not match the system. • Moisture has condensed inside the system.
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. The angles cannot be changed. • Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD being played (page 70).
Frequency response (at 2 CH STEREO mode) Dimensions (approx.) 68 × 380 × 53 mm (2 3/4 × 15 × 2 1/8 inches) (w/h/d) 220 × (398 – 530) × 220 mm (8 3/4 × (15 3/4 – 20 7/8) × 8 3/4 inches) (w/h/d) with stand Mass (approx.) 1.3 kg (2 lb 14 oz) 2.7 kg (6 lb) with stand DVD (PCM): 2 Hz to 22 kHz (±1.0 dB) Harmonic distortion CD: 2 Hz to 20 kHz (±1.0 dB) Less than 0.
Control unit Dimensions (approx.) Mass (approx.) 568 × 200 × 120 mm (22 3/8 × 7 7/8 × 4 3/4 inches) (w/h/d) incl. projecting parts 4.9 kg (10 lb 13 oz) Surround amplifier Power requirements North American models: Taiwan model: Other models: Power consumption Album Section of a music piece or an image on a data CD containing MP3 audio tracks or JPEG files. Chapter Supplied accessories See page 12. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Subdivision of a title on a DVD.
Dolby Digital DTS This movie theater sound format is more advanced than Dolby Surround Pro Logic. In this format, the surround speakers output stereo sound with an expanded frequency range, and a subwoofer channel for deep bass is independently provided. This format is also called “5.1,” with the subwoofer channel designated as the 0.1 channel (since it functions only when a deep bass effect is needed). All six channels in this format are recorded separately for superior channel separation.
Film based software, Video based software Progressive format (sequential scanning) DVDs can be classified as Film based or Video based software. Film based DVDs contain the same images (24 frames per second) that are shown at movie theaters. Video based DVDs, such as television dramas or sit-coms, displays images at 30 frames (or 60 fields) per second.
HD layer HD layer • Super Audio CD + CD (Hybrid disc) This disc consists of an HD layer and a CD layer. Also, as the dual layers are on one side only, you do not have to turn the disc over during playback. You can play this CD layer using a conventional CD player. CD layer HD layer • 2 channel + Multi-channel Super Audio CD This disc consists of a 2 channel playback area and a multi-channel playback area.
Index to Parts and Controls For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. Front Panel FUNCTION + VOL. - Additional Information Top Panel A DISC indicator* H [/1 (power) switch/standby indicator (41) B Touch Panel Sensor (43) I Disc slot (41) C Front panel display (108) D DOLBY DIGITAL indicator E DTS * J Z (eject) (41) indicator* F DOLBY PRO LOGIC II indicator* G D.C.S. indicator* * Lights up when activated.
Front Panel Display When playing back a DVD Current mode Playing status DVD REP1 TITLE 11 0.01.11 Playing time Current title number When playing back a Super Audio CD, CD, VIDEO CD, or MP3 PBC playback (VIDEO CD only) Playing disc* Playing status SA-CD PBC MULTI TRK 20 28.51 MULTI channel playback area Playing time (Super Audio CD only) Current track number * The display varies, depending on the disc.
When listening to the radio Preset number Monaural/Stereo effect Current band FM 10 TUNED MONO 108.
Subwoofer (Rear Panel) VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y PB/CB PR/CR ANTENNA SCAN SELECT SELECTABLE INTERLACE AM S VIDEO (DVD ONLY) MONITOR OUTPUT VIDEO IN VIDEO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN DIR-T1 FRONT R CENTER FRONT L (FOR SS-TSL10 , SS-CTL10) PHONES FM 75 COAXIAL OPTICAL L DIGITAL IN L SPEAKER DIR-R4 R R VIDEO SYSTEM CONNECTOR FOR HCD-LF10 SAT A PHONES jack (41) H SYSTEM CONNECTOR jack (15) B MONITOR OUTPUT (VIDEO/S VIDEO) jacks (24) I DIR-T1 jack (17) C COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (24) K
A B C D E Remote Z (eject) (41, 42) DISPLAY (57, 60, 83) SLEEP (85) ./>, PRESET –/+ (42, 46, 83, 84) H (play) (41, 42, 44, 46, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54) The H button has a tactile dot.* F DVD TOP MENU/ALBUM– (45, 47, 49) G C/X/x/c/ENTER (34, 45, 46, 47, 49, 50, 51, 53, 55, 62, 70, 71, 72, 74, 81, 82, 84, 86, 87, 94) The C/X/x/c has tactile dots.
eg TV/VIDEO (77, 79) eh TV CH +/– (77, 79) The TV CH + button has a tactile dot.* ej TV VOL +/– (77) ek AMP MENU (81, 86, 94) el CLEAR (34, 51, 55) r; FM MODE (83) * Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the system.
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 on the TV screen. The order of the displayed items may be different from the actual display. LANGUAGE SETUP (Selects the language you want to use from the displayed language list.) TV TYPE* DVD MENU (Selects the language you want to use from the displayed language list.) SCREEN SAVER AUDIO (Selects the language you want to use from the displayed language list.
SPEAKER SETUP SIZE FRONT CENTER SURROUND SUBWOOFER DISTANCE FRONT CENTER SURROUND LEVEL BALANCE TEST TONE FRONT OFF ON 1.0m – 7.0m (3 to 23 ft) 1.0m – 7.0m** (3 to 23 ft) 1.0m – 7.0m** (3 to 23 ft) –6 dB – +6 dB –6 dB – +6 dB –6 dB – +6 dB –6 dB – +6 dB 6 steps left or right * This item is not selectable. ** The setting range changes depending on the front speaker setting (page 92).
AMP Menu List You can set the following items on the front panel display using AMP MENU on the remote. Customize Speaker Setup Center Speaker Center Speaker Yes Center Speaker No Surround Speaker Surround Speaker Yes Surround Speaker No Front Speaker Distance 1.0 m - 7.0 m (3 to 23 ft) Center Speaker Distance 1.0 m - 7.0 m* (3 to 23 ft) Surround Speaker Distance 1.0 m - 7.
Index Numerics 16:9 88 4:3 LETTER BOX 88 4:3 PAN SCAN 88 File 104 Front Panel 107 Front panel display 108 Remote 77, 111 REPEAT 53 Resume Play 44 S Handling discs 9 ALBUM 47, 55 Album 103 ANGLE 70 Antenna (aerial) Hookups 22 AUDIO 62, 88 AUDIO DRC 91 I B JPEG 48 JPEG DATE 91 S VIDEO 24 Scan 54 SCENE 10 Scene 105 SCREEN SAVER 89 SCREEN SETUP 88 Setup Display 87 SHUFFLE 52 Shuffle Play 52 SIZE 92 SLEEP 85 Slide show 50 Slow-motion 54 SONY TV DIRECT (THEATRE SYNC) 79 Sound Field 64 SPEAKER SETUP 92 Sp
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