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Sony 3-283-045-11(1) Operating Instructions Manual

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DVD Home Theatre
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Operating Instructions
DAV-DZ860W
©2008 Sony Corporation
3-283-045-11(1)

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  • Page 1 DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions DAV-DZ860W ©2008 Sony Corporation 3-283-045-11(1)
  • Page 2 Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.

  • Page 3: About This Operating Instructions

    Precautions On power sources • AC power cord (mains lead) must be changed only at the qualified service shop. • 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.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents About This Operating Instructions... 3 About the S-AIR function... 3 Playable Discs... 5 Getting Started Step 1: Assembling the Speakers ...11 Step 2: Positioning the System ...16 Step 3: Connecting the System ...19 Step 4: Setting up the Wireless System ...27 Step 5: Performing the Quick Setup ...29...

  • Page 5: Playable Discs

    Playable Discs Type Disc logo DVD VIDEO VR (Video Recording) mode Super Audio CD VIDEO CD DATA CD – DATA DVD – MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio data. MP3 files must be in MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 format.
  • Page 6 JPEG image files must conform to the DCF image file format. (DCF “Design rule for Camera File system”: Image standards for digital cameras regulated by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).) ® DivX is a video file compression technology, developed by DivX, Inc. DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc.

  • Page 7: Region Code

    This system incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. “BRAVIA” and “S-AIR” and its logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. are trademarks of Sony Corporation. ) technology.

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Getting Started Unpacking • Front speakers (2) and surround speakers (2) • Center speaker (1) • Subwoofer (1) • AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Speaker cords (6, red/white/ green/gray/blue/purple) • Remote commander (remote) (1) •...

  • Page 9: Using The Remote

    Attaching the foot pads to the subwoofer Attach the foot pads (supplied) to the bottom of the subwoofer to stabilize the subwoofer and prevent it from slipping. Remove the foot pads from the mount seat. Using the remote Inserting batteries into the remote Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment.
  • Page 10 Note • Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting apparatus. Doing so may cause a malfunction.

  • Page 11: Step 1: Assembling The Speakers

    Step 1: Assembling the Speakers Before connecting the speakers, attach the speaker stand to the speaker. (For the front and surround speakers) Use the parts as follows: • Front and surround speakers (4) • Speaker cords (4, red/white/blue/gray) • Posts (4) •...
  • Page 12 Bottom of the base Speaker cord Attach the post cover to the other end of the post. Orient the slot toward you, attach the post cover so that the slot of the post engages with the tab of the post cover, then secure with the screw. Speaker cord Hole Upper part of the...
  • Page 13 Lay the post in the slot of the speaker, slide the post to the end of the slot, then secure the post with the mounting plate and screws. Select the speaker whose jack color on its rear panel matches the color tube of the speaker cord. Post cover Be careful the orientation of the...
  • Page 14 Attach the post to the base. Insert the post so that the slit on the lower part of the post aligns with the projection of the base, then secure the post with the two screws. Projection Note • Make sure that the slot on the post aligns with the projection of the base by rotating the post slightly. Adjust the height of the speaker.
  • Page 15 Take up any speaker cord slack. Take up slack in the speaker cord by pulling from the bottom of the base. Secure the speaker cord by running it through the slot. Adjust the length of the cord. Fully-assembled illustration Front speaker (L): Front speaker (R): White label Red label...

  • Page 16: Step 2: Positioning The System

    • Do not lean or hang on the speaker, as the speaker may fall down. • When you change the positions of the speakers, Sony recommends that you change the settings. For details, see “Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Room” (page 87) and “Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically”...
  • Page 17 To install the speakers on a wall Before installing the speakers on a wall, connect the speaker cord to the speaker. Be sure to match the speaker cords to the appropriate terminals on the speakers: the speaker cord with the color tube to 3, and the speaker cord without the color tube to #. Color tube Front speaker (L): White Front speaker (R): Red...
  • Page 18 • Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall material or screws to be used. • Sony is not responsible for accident or damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall strength or improper screw installation, natural calamity, etc.

  • Page 19: Step 3: Connecting The System

    Step 3: Connecting the System See the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from 1 to 6 on the following pages. Note • Be sure to make connections securely to avoid hum and noise. • When you connect another component with a volume control, turn up the volume of the other components to a level where sound is not distorted.

  • Page 20: Connecting The Speakers

    1 Connecting the Speakers The connector and color tube of the speaker cords are the same color as the label of the jacks to be connected. Be sure to match the speaker cords to the appropriate terminals on the speakers: the speaker cord with the color tube to 3, and the speaker cord without the color tube to #.

  • Page 21: Connecting The Tv

    2 Connecting the TV For video output to your TV, check the video input jacks of the TV, and select connection method A or B. Picture quality improves in order from A (standard) to B (HDMI). When the TV has the digital optical or coaxial output jack, you can improve sound quality by connecting with the digital cord (A).
  • Page 22 3 Connecting the other components You can enjoy the connected component using the six speakers of the system. • Portable audio source: A • DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter: B • VCR, digital satellite receiver, or PlayStation, etc.: C Stereo mini-plug cord (not supplied) SPEAKER FRONT R...
  • Page 23 Note • Connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter so that the V marks are aligned. When disconnecting, pull out while pressing A. If your TV has multiple audio/video inputs You can enjoy the sound with the speakers of the system through the connected TV. Connect the components as follows.

  • Page 24: Connecting The Antenna (Aerial)

    4 Connecting the antenna (aerial) SPEAKER FRONT R FRONT L SPEAKER DIGITAL IN CENTER SUBWOOFER COAXIAL OPTICAL HDMI OUT Note • Keep the AM loop antenna (aerial) and cord away from the system or other AV components, as noise may result. •...
  • Page 25 5 Inserting the wireless transceiver You can transmit sound from the unit to an S-AIR product, such as a surround amplifier or S-AIR receiver. An S-AIR product is a component that is compatible with the S-AIR function. To use the S-AIR function, you need to insert the wireless transceivers into the unit, surround amplifier, and S-AIR receiver.
  • Page 26 6 Connecting the AC power cords (mains leads) Before connecting the AC power cords (mains leads) of the unit and the surround amplifier to a wall outlet (mains), connect the front, center speakers and subwoofer to the unit and surround speakers to the surround amplifier.

  • Page 27: Step 4: Setting Up The Wireless System

    Step 4: Setting up the Wireless System To use the wireless system, you need to set up the surround amplifier. Before setting, make sure that the wireless transceivers are inserted into the unit and the surround amplifier correctly (page 25). This wireless system is called “S-AIR.”...
  • Page 28 To prevent the transmission by neighbors To prevent the transmission from neighbors, you can identify the unit and the surround amplifier by performing the pairing operation. For details, see “Identifying the unit with a specific S-AIR sub unit (Pairing operation)” (page 84). To attach the cover to the surround amplifier After connecting and setting, you can attach the...

  • Page 29: Step 5: Performing The Quick Setup

    Step 5: Performing the Quick Setup Follow the Steps below to make the basic adjustments for using the system. Displayed items vary depending on the country model. Note • When you connect the system and the TV with the HDMI cable (not supplied), you need to set the type of video output for matching your TV.
  • Page 30 Press X/x to select the output method for video signals. • [VIDEO]: outputs video signals. • [RGB]: outputs RGB signals. Note • If your TV does not accept RGB signals, no picture appears on the TV screen even if you select [RGB].
  • Page 31 Unplug the calibration mic and press C/ c to select [YES]. Note • The environment of the room in which the system is installed may affect measurements. • If measurement fails, follow the message then retry [AUTO CALIBRATION]. Press Quick Setup is finished. All connections and setup operations are complete.

  • Page 32: Step 6: Enjoying Sound From All The Speakers

    Step 6: Enjoying Sound from all the Speakers You can enjoy DVD, TV, or VCR sound from all the speakers in this system. X/x/c, Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until the desired function appears in the front panel display. Each time you press FUNCTION +/–, the function changes as follows.
  • Page 33 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until “TV,” “LINE,” or “AUDIO” appears in the front panel display. Press SYSTEM MENU. Press X/x repeatedly until “ATTENUATE” appears in the front panel display, then press Press X/x to select a setting. • “ATT ON”: You can attenuate the input level.

  • Page 34: Sound Adjustment

    Sound Adjustment Enjoying Surround Sound by Using Decoding Mode You can enjoy surround sound simply by selecting one of the system’s pre-programmed decoding modes. They bring exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters into your home. Press SYSTEM MENU. Press X/x repeatedly until “DEC. MODE” appears in the front panel display, then press or c.
  • Page 35 Display Decoding mode “PLII MOVIE” Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE “PLII MUSIC” Dolby Pro Logic II MUSIC “2CH STEREO” 2 CHANNEL STEREO “HP THEATER”* HEADPHONE THEATER “HP 2CH” HEADPHONE 2 CHANNEL STEREO * DCS technology (page 36) is used. Press The setting is made.

  • Page 36: Selecting The Sound Mode

    In collaboration with Sony Pictures Entertainment, Sony measured the sound environment of their studios and integrated the data of the measurement and the Sony DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology to develop “Digital Cinema Sound.” “Digital Cinema Sound” simulates in a home theater an...

  • Page 37: Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound

    Note • The virtual speaker effect may cause increased noise in the playback signal. • With decoding modes that use virtual speakers, you will not be able to hear any sound coming directly from the surround speakers. Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound (DUAL MONO) You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when the system receives or plays the Dolby Digital...

  • Page 38: Disc

    Disc Playing a Disc Depending on the DVD VIDEO or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your disc. "/1 Disc tray MUTING VOLUME +/– Turn on your TV. Switch the input selector on the TV to this system.
  • Page 39 To use the headphones Connect the headphones to PHONES jack on the unit. The sound of the system is muted. You can also connect the headphones to PHONES jack on the surround amplifier. (The sound of the system is muted.) See page “To enjoy the sound by using headphones”...

  • Page 40: Changing The Sound

    Note • Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may not be able to change the angle even if multi-angles are recorded on the DVD VIDEO. To display the subtitles If subtitles are recorded on a disc, you can turn the subtitles on/off during playback. If multilingual subtitles are recorded on the disc, you can change the subtitle language during playback, or turn the subtitles on/off whenever...
  • Page 41 Note • While the system is playing a Super VCD on which the audio track 2 is not recorded, no sound will come out when you select [2:STEREO], [2:1/L], or [2:2/R]. Checking the audio signal format If you press AUDIO repeatedly during playback, the format of the current audio signal (PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.) appears as shown below.

  • Page 42: Resuming Playback From The

    To change a playback layer when playing a hybrid Super Audio CD Some Super Audio CDs consist of a Super Audio CD layer and a CD layer. You can change the playback layer you want to listen to. Note • When the Super Audio CD does not have the Super Audio CD layer, you cannot select the playback layer.
  • Page 43 “RESUME” appears in the front panel display. Press H. The system starts playback from the point where you stopped the disc in Step 1. Note • Depending on where you stop the disc, the system may not resume playback from exactly the same point.

  • Page 44: Using Play Mode

    Using Play Mode Creating your own 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. Press DISPLAY.

  • Page 45: Playing In Random Order

    To cancel all of the tracks in the programmed order Follow Steps 1 to 3 of “Creating your own program.” Press X and select [ALL CLEAR]. Press Note • When you press CLEAR to return to normal play, Shuffle Play and Repeat Play are also canceled. Playing in random order (Shuffle Play) You can play the contents on a disc in random...

  • Page 46: Searching/Selecting A Disc

    x DATA CD/DATA DVD • [OFF]: Off. • [DISC]: You can repeat all of the folders on the disc. • [FOLDER]: You can repeat the current folder. • [TRACK] (MP3 files only): You can repeat the current file. • [FILE] (DivX video files only): You can repeat the current file.
  • Page 47 Selecting [ORIGINAL] or [PLAY LIST] on a DVD-VR This function is only available for DVD-VRs with a playlist created. Press DISPLAY while the system is in stop mode. The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen. Press X/x to select PLAY LIST], then press The options for [ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST] appear.

  • Page 48: Playing Mp3 Files/Jpeg Image Files

    Input the time code using the number buttons. For example, to find the scene at 2 hours, 10 minutes, and 20 seconds after the beginning. Press 2, 1, 0, 2, 0 ([2:10:20]). Press Note • You cannot search for a scene on a DVD+RW using the time code.
  • Page 49 Press X/x to select a folder. x To play MP3 files in a folder Press H to start playing the selected folder. x To select a MP3 file Press The list of files contained in the folder appears. TRACK LIST 03 In the Middle of Nowher...

  • Page 50: Video Files

    • If you play large MP3 file and JPEG image file at the same time, the sound may skip. Sony recommends that you set the MP3 bit rate to 128 kbps or lower when creating the file. If the sound still skips, reduce the size of the JPEG image file.
  • Page 51 To select the slide show duration of JPEG image files Press DISPLAY twice. The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen. Press X/x to select then press The options for [INTERVAL] appear. Press X/x to select a setting. • [NORMAL]: You can set to the standard duration.

  • Page 52: Enjoying Divx® Videos

    Enjoying DivX About DivX video files ® DivX is a video file compression technology, developed by DivX, Inc. This product is an ® official DivX Certified product. You can play a DATA CD or DATA DVD that ® contains DivX video files.

  • Page 53: Selecting A Divx Video File

    To go to the next or previous page Press To turn off the display Press DVD MENU repeatedly. To stop playback Press x. Selecting a DivX video file After Step 2 of “Selecting a folder,” press The list of files in the folder appears. FILE LIST MY FAVOURITES HAWAII 2004...

  • Page 54: Adjusting The Delay Between The Picture And Sound

    Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture and Sound [A/V SYNC] When the sound does not match the pictures on the TV screen, you can adjust the delay between the picture and sound. Press DISPLAY. The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

  • Page 55: Changing The Password

    Enter a 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press The display for confirming the password appears. x When you have already registered a password The display for entering the password appears. Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press The display for setting the playback limitation level appears.

  • Page 56: Using The Setup Display

    Press X/x to select [SYSTEM SETUP], then press The options for [SYSTEM SETUP] appear. Press X/x to select [PARENTAL CONTROL t], then press The display for entering the password appears. Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press Press X/x to select [CHANGE PASSWORD t], then press Enter your 4-digit password using the...

  • Page 57: Settings For The Display

    The options for the selected item appear. Example: [TV TYPE] VIDEO SETUP TV TYPE: LINE: PAUSE MODE: 4:3 LETTER BOX 4:3 PAN SCAN Options Press X/x to select a setting, then press The setting is selected and setup is complete. Example: [4:3 LETTER BOX] VIDEO SETUP TV TYPE:...
  • Page 58 x [TV TYPE] You can select the aspect ratio of the connected [16:9]: Select this when you connect a wide- screen TV or a TV with a wide mode function. [4:3 LETTER BOX]: Select this when you connect a 4:3 screen TV. Displays a wide picture with bands on the upper and lower portions of the TV screen.
  • Page 59 for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” Sync” (page 68). [OFF]: Off. [ON]: On. You can operate mutually between components that are connected with an HDMI cable. Note • When you set to [ON] without the HDMI connection of the TV, [Please verify the HDMI connection.] appears and you cannot set to [ON].

  • Page 60: Other Settings

    Settings for the audio [AUDIO SETUP] AUDIO SETUP S-AIR SETUP: SPEAKER FORMATION: AUTO CALIBRATION: AUDIO DRC: TRACK SELECTION: x [S-AIR SETUP] You can set up the S-AIR setting. For details, see “Using an S-AIR Product” (page 81). [ID] You can set the ID of the system. [PAIRING] You can pair the system and S-AIR sub unit, such as surround amplifier or S-AIR receiver.
  • Page 61 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 is blue. [BLACK]: The background is black. x [PARENTAL CONTROL] You can set the playback restrictions.
  • Page 62 2)3) [L/R] 3.00 m/10 ft : Set the front speaker distance. [CENTER] 3.00 m/10 ft speaker distance. [SUBWOOFER] 3.00 m/10 ft subwoofer distance. 0.00 to 7.01 meters for North American models. When you perform the Quick Setup (page 29), the default settings are changed.
  • Page 63 select one of the [SPEAKER SETUP] items, the test tone is emitted from each speaker in sequence. Adjust the sound level as follows. Set the [TEST TONE] to [ON]. Press C/X/x/c repeatedly to select the desired speaker and the level. Press Repeat Steps 1 to 3.

  • Page 64: Tuner

    • You can operate the tuner function by observing the following display on the TV screen. Current band and preset number FM 10 : 88.00 MHz SONY RADIO Station name Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until “TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” appears in the front panel display.

  • Page 65: Listening To The Radio

    Listening to the Radio Preset radio stations in the system’s memory first (see “Presetting Radio Stations” (page 64)). Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until “TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” appears in the front panel display. The last received station is tuned in. Press PRESET +/–...
  • Page 66 1 t 2 t ... t 1 t ... x “TUNER FM” When the station name is set 1 Station name Ex. “SONY RADIO” 2 Frequency Ex. “FM1 87.50” 3 The “FM MODE” setting Ex. “STEREO” When the station name is not set 1 Frequency Ex.

  • Page 67: Using The Radio Data System (Rds)

    Using the Radio Data System (RDS) What is the Radio Data System? The Radio Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting service that allows radio stations to send additional information along with the regular program signal. This tuner offers convenient RDS features, such as station name display. RDS is available only for FM stations.* Note •...

  • Page 68: Control For Hdmi/External Audio Device

    HDMI function may not work. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the component. • The Control for HDMI function may not work if you connect a component other than Sony, even if the component is compatible with the Control for HDMI function.
  • Page 69 To set the [CONTROL FOR HDMI] function to on/off Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until “DVD” appears in the front panel display. Press DISPLAY while the system is in stop mode. The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen. Press X/x to select then press The options for [SETUP] appear.
  • Page 70 Enjoying TV sound from the speakers in this system (System Audio Control) You can enjoy TV sound in this system by easy operation. To use this function, connect the system and the TV with an audio cord (not supplied) and an HDMI cable (not supplied) (page 21).

  • Page 71: Playing Back Audio Files/Jpeg Image Files Of A Usb Device

    Playing Back Audio Files/JPEG Image Files of a USB Device You can play audio files (MP3/WMA/AAC files)/JPEG image files stored in a USB device such as the digital music player or USB storage media (not supplied) by connecting the USB device to the unit.
  • Page 72 Notes on the USB device • The system can play back up to 200 folders, including albums that do not contain audio files and JPEG image files. When more than 200 folders are in the USB device, folders that are recognized by the system differ depending on the folder configuration.
  • Page 73 FOLDER LIST 01 Let's Talk About Love (1985) 02 1st Album (1986) 03 In the Middle of Nowhere (1986) 04 Ready for Romance (1986) 05 In the Garden of Venus (1987) 06 Romantic Warriors (1987) 07 Back for Good (1988) 08 Alone (1999) Press X/x to select a folder.
  • Page 74 x To play JPEG image files in a folder as a slide show Press H to start playing the selected folder. The JPEG images are played as a slide show. You can change the interval of the slide show (page 74), and add effects to the slide show (page 74).

  • Page 75: Playing Repeatedly

    • [MODE 1]: The JPEG image file sweeps in from top to bottom. • [MODE 2]: The JPEG image file stretches out from left to right of the TV screen. • [MODE 3]: The JPEG image file stretches out from the center of the TV screen. •...
  • Page 76 Press DISPLAY. (When playing a JPEG image files, press twice.) The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen. Press X/x to select the search method. • [TRACK]: audio files. • [FILE]: JPEG image files. • [FOLDER]: Folders. [** (**)] is selected (** refers to a number). The number in parentheses indicates the total number of audio files, JPEG image files, or folders.

  • Page 77: Storing Songs In A Usb Device

    ID3 ver 2.2/2.3 tag information display has priority when both ID3 ver 1.0/1.1 and ver 2.2/2.3 tags are used for a single MP3 file. Note • Characters/marks may not be displayed in some languages. • Depending on the type of file being played, the system can only display a limited number of characters.
  • Page 78 • Some USB devices cannot be played back on the system depending on the file format. Recording songs on an audio CD into a USB device Load an audio CD. Press DISPLAY while the system is in stop mode. The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.
  • Page 79 Recordable space of the USB device USB RECORDING Free: 2002_Remixes 01_Back_Seat_O... 02_One_Nights_... 03_Are_You_Ma... 04_I_Can_Lose_... 05_Soul_Survivo... 06_Strangers_B... 07_Stay_maxi_ve... MP3 files/folders to be copied. x To select the desired MP3 file/folder Press X/x to select the MP3 file/folder, then press The MP3 files/folders are marked. x To select all MP3 files/folders Press C/X/x/c to select [ press...

  • Page 80: Using The Digital Media Port Adapter

    Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) adapter (not supplied) is for enjoying sound from a portable audio source or computer. By connecting a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, you can enjoy sound from the connected component on the system. Available DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters vary in each area.

  • Page 81: Using An S-Air Product

    Using an S-AIR Product The unit is compatible with the S-AIR function (page 112), which allows sound transmission between S-AIR products. About S-AIR products There are two types of S-AIR product. • S-AIR main unit (this unit): This is for transmitting sound.
  • Page 82 Sound transmission is established as follows (example): This unit ID A ID A ID A S-AIR sub unit S-AIR sub unit • To confirm the current ID, perform Steps 1 to 7 above. When you pair the unit with the S-AIR sub unit (page 84), [(PAIRING)] appears beside ID on the display for selecting ID.
  • Page 83 Select the desired function on the S-AIR receiver. x When “PARTY” is set The function changes in the same sequence as you press FUNCTION +/– (page 32). x When “SEPARATE” is set The function changes as follows. “MAIN UNIT” t “TUNER FM” t “TUNER AM”...
  • Page 84 Identifying the unit with a specific S-AIR sub unit (Pairing operation) For the surround amplifier For the S-AIR receiver It is easy to set the same ID for the unit and an S-AIR sub unit, such as a surround amplifier or S-AIR receiver, to establish sound transmission.
  • Page 85 Press X/x to select [AUDIO SETUP], then press The options for [AUDIO SETUP] appear. Press X/x to select [S-AIR SETUP t], then press Press X/x to select [PAIRING], then press The confirmation display appears. Press C/c to select [YES], then press The unit starts pairing.
  • Page 86 Note • When the wireless transceiver is not inserted in the unit, you cannot set the “RF CHANGE.” • In most cases, you will not need to change this setting. • If “RF CHANGE” is set to “OFF,” transmission between the unit and S-AIR sub unit can be performed using one of the following channels.

  • Page 87: Other Operations

    • [NO]: Exit [SPEAKER FORMATION]. Note • In order to enjoy the surround sound after you change the position of the speakers, Sony recommends you set [SPEAKER FORMATION], and then set [AUTO CALIBRATION] (page 88). • When you change the [CONNECTION] setting in [SPEAKER SETUP] (page 61), the [SPEAKER FORMATION] setting returns to [STANDARD].

  • Page 88: Calibrating The Appropriate Settings Automatically

    Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically [AUTO CALIBRATION] D. C. A. C. (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) can set the appropriate surround sound automatically. Note • The system outputs a loud test sound when [AUTO CALIBRATION] starts. You cannot turn the volume down.

  • Page 89: Controlling The Tv With The Supplied Remote

    By adjusting the remote signal, you can control your TV with the supplied remote. 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. Preparing the remote for controlling the TV Press and hold TV [/1 while entering your TV’s manufacturer’s code (see the table)
  • Page 90 MUTING Turn off the TV sound temporarily. C/X/x/c, Select the item on the menu. • The function of these buttons are same as the remote buttons of the SONY TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

  • Page 91: Using The Sound Effect

    Using the Sound Effect Reinforcing bass frequencies You can reinforce bass frequencies. Press DYNAMIC BASS. “D. BASS ON” appears in the front panel display and bass frequencies are effectively reinforced. To turn off the sound effect Press DYNAMIC BASS again. Enjoying the sound at low volume You can enjoy sound effects or dialogue, as you...

  • Page 92: Changing The Brightness Of The Front Panel Display

    Changing the Brightness of the Front Panel Display The brightness of the front panel display can be set to either of 2 levels. Press DIMMER. Each time you press DIMMER, the brightness of the front panel display changes. To set the brightness of the front panel display using the system menu Press SYSTEM MENU.

  • Page 93: Checking The Play Information

    x DATA CD (DivX video file)/DATA DVD (DivX video file) 1 Playing time of the current file 2 Current file name 3 Current album and file number Note • The system can only display the first level of the DVD/CD text, such as the disc name or title. •...
  • Page 94 To check DATA CD/DATA DVD (MP3 file/DivX video file) text By pressing DISPLAY while playing MP3 files or DivX video files on a DATA CD/DATA DVD, you can display the name of the folder/ MP3 file/DivX video file, and the audio bit rate (the amount of data per second of the current audio) on the TV screen.

  • Page 95: Returning To The Default Settings

    Returning to the Default Settings Returning the system parameters, such as preset stations, to the default settings "/1 Press "/1 to turn on the system. Press x, A, and "/1 on the unit at the same time. “COLD RESET” appears in the front panel display and the system returns to default settings.

  • Page 96: Additional Information

    If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. On cleaning discs, disc/lens cleaners • Do not use cleaning discs or disc/lens cleaners (including wet or spray types).

  • Page 97: Notes About The Discs

    transmission may result. In this case, take the following steps: – Do not install the system near other wireless systems. – Do not use the system and the other wireless systems at the same time. • The transmission distance differs depending on the usage environment.

  • Page 98: Troubleshooting

    Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained. In the event of a problem with the S-AIR function, have a Sony dealer check the entire system together (main unit and S-AIR sub unit).
  • Page 99 Symptom Remedy Even though you set the aspect • The aspect ratio on the disc is fixed. ratio in [TV TYPE] of [VIDEO SETUP], the picture does not fill the TV screen. Color irregularity occurs on the The subwoofer and the front speakers in this system are magnetically shielded to TV screen.
  • Page 100 Symptom The surround effect is difficult to hear when you are playing a sound track of Dolby Digital, DTS, or MPEG audio. The sound comes from the center speaker only. No sound is heard from the center speaker. No sound or only a very low- level sound is heard from the surround speakers.
  • Page 101 Symptom Remedy The MP3 file 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 DATA DVD is not recorded in an MP3 format that conforms to UDF (Universal Disk Format).
  • Page 102 • Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD being played (page 39). • The DVD prohibits changing the angles. • Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. • The MP3 file/JPEG image file/DivX video file you want to play is broken.

  • Page 103: Usb Device

    (USB) port. Turn off the system and remove the USB device from the (USB) port. Make sure there is no problem with the USB device. If this display pattern persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer. Are you using a supported USB •...
  • Page 104 – the file size is extremely large. – the physical structure within the memory is fragmented. • Sony recommends following these guidelines. – Total folders on the USB device: 200 or less – Total files per folder: 150 or less...
  • Page 105 USB device may be broken. Follow the procedure in the operating instructions of the USB device to format the USB device. If the problem persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer. Audio files or folders on the •...
  • Page 106 • After checking the above items and fixing any problems, connect the AC power cord (mains lead) of the surround amplifier and turn on the surround amplifier. If the cause of the problem cannot be found even after checking all the above items, consult your nearest Sony dealer. feet) away feet) away...
  • Page 107 Symptom Remedy There is no sound. • turns green Check the status of the POWER – The speaker cord is not connected securely. / ON LINE indicator on the – Check the speaker connections and settings. surround amplifier. – The volume of the unit is set to minimum. –...

  • Page 108: Self-Diagnosis Function

    [VER.X.XX] (X is a number) may appear on the TV screen. Although this is not a malfunction and for Sony service use only, normal system operation will not be possible. Turn off the system, and then turn on the system again to operate.

  • Page 109: Specifications

    Specifications Amplifier Section Stereo mode (rated) 108 W + 108 W (at 3 ohms, 1 kHz, 1% THD) Surround mode (reference) RMS output power FL/FR/C*: 143 watts (per channel at 3 ohms, 1 kHz, 10% THD) Subwoofer*: 285 watts (at 1.5 ohms, 80 Hz, 10% THD) * Depending on the decoding mode settings and the...
  • Page 110 Dimensions (approx.) Mass (approx.) Surround (SS-TS84) Speaker system Speaker unit Rated impedance Dimensions (approx.) Mass (approx.) Subwoofer (SS-WS83) Speaker system Speaker unit Rated impedance Dimensions (approx.) Mass (approx.) General Power requirements Power consumption Output voltage (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT) Output current (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT) Dimensions (approx.) Mass (approx.) Surround amplifier (TA-SA100WR)

  • Page 111: Glossary

    Glossary Digital Cinema Auto Calibration Digital Cinema Auto Calibration was developed by Sony to automatically measure and adjusts the speaker settings to your listening environment in a short period of time. Digital Direct Twin Drive Subwoofer Utilizing Sony proprietary S-master technology,...
  • Page 112 To ensure that the subtle nuances of these high- quality media are transmitted with no deterioration, Sony has developed a technology called “S-AIR” for the radio transmission of digital audio signals with no compression, and has incorporated this technology into the EZW- RT10/EZW-T100.

  • Page 113: Language Code List

    Language Code List The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard. Code Language Code Language 1027 Afar 1183 Irish 1028 Abkhazian 1186 Scots Gaelic 1032 Afrikaans 1194 Galician 1039 Amharic 1196 Guarani 1044 Arabic 1203 Gujarati 1045 Assamese 1209 Hausa 1051 Aymara 1217 Hindi...

  • Page 114: Index To Parts And Control

    Index to Parts and Control For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. Front panel A "/1 (on/standby) (29, 95) B A (open/close) (38) C Front panel display (116) D Play operation buttons (38) (remote sensor) (9) F FUNCTION (32) G VOLUME control (38) H PHONES jack (38) I AUDIO IN/A.CAL MIC jack (22, 29, 88)
  • Page 115 Rear panel SPEAKER DIGITAL IN CENTER SUBWOOFER COAXIAL OPTICAL A SPEAKER jacks (20) B EZW-RT10 slot (25) C COAXIAL 75Ω FM jack (24) D AM terminal (24) E EURO AV T OUTPUT (TO TV) jack (21) SPEAKER FRONT R FRONT L EZW-RT10 DC5V 0.7A MAX...

  • Page 116: Front Panel Display

    Front panel display About the indications in the front panel display A Playing status B Flashes when the sleep timer is set. (91) C Displays system’s status such as chapter, title, or track number, time information, radio frequency, playing status, decoding mode, etc. D Lights up when a station is received.
  • Page 117 Surround amplifier Front panel POWER POWER/ON LINE PHONES A PHONES jack (27) B POWER (ON/OFF) (27) C POWER / ON LINE indicator (27) D PAIRING indicator (81) E PAIRING (81) Rear panel EZW-RT S-AIR ID SPEAKER PAIRING SURROUND SELECTOR SURROUND SURROUND BACK F Wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10) slot...

  • Page 118: Remote Control

    Remote control ALPHABETICAL ORDER A – M ANALOG ed (89) ANGLE 5 (39) AUDIO e; (37, 40) CLEAR es (44, 56, 65) D.TUNING ws (65) DIGITAL wa (89) DIMMER ed (92) DISPLAY qh (66, 76, 92) DVD MENU 6 (46) DVD TOP MENU wl (46) DYNAMIC BASS wa (91) ENTER* 4 (26, 29, 41, 44, 64,...

  • Page 119: Guide To The Control Menu Display

    Guide to the Control Menu Display You can use the Control Menu display to select a function and to view related information. DISPLAY Press DISPLAY repeatedly. Each time you press DISPLAY, the Control Menu display changes: 1 t 2 t ... t 1 t ... 1 Control Menu display 1 2 Control Menu display 2 (appears when available) 3 Control Menu display off...

  • Page 120: List Of Control Menu Items

    Example: Control Menu display 1 when playing a DVD VIDEO. Control Menu items Selected item Function name of selected Control Menu item Operation message To turn off the display Press DISPLAY. List of Control Menu items Item Item Name, Function, Relevant Disc Type [TITLE] (page 47)/[SCENE] (page 47)/[TRACK] (page 47) You can select the title, scene, or track to be played.
  • Page 121 [SHUFFLE] (page 45) You can play the track/file in random order. [REPEAT] (page 45) You can play the entire disc (all titles/all tracks/all folders/all files) repeatedly or one title/ chapter/track/folder/file repeatedly. [A/V SYNC] (page 54) You can adjust the delay between the picture and sound. [DISC MENU] (page 46) You can display the DVD’s menu.
  • Page 122 [EFFECT] (page 74) You can select the effects to be used for changing slides during a slide show. [MODE (MUSIC, IMAGE)] (pages 72, 73) You can select the data type; MP3/AAC/WMA file or JPEG image file, when playing a USB device.

  • Page 123: Index

    Index Numerics 5.1 Channel Surround 41 A/V SYNC 54 AAC file 71 ANGLE 39 ATTENUATE 33 AUDIO 57 AUDIO (HDMI) 59 AUDIO DRC 60 AUDIO SETUP 60 AUTO CALIBRATION 60, 88, BACKGROUND 60 CINEMA STUDIO EX 36 COLD RESET 95 CONTROL FOR HDMI 58 Control for HDMI 68 Control Menu Display 119...
  • Page 124 Sony Corporation Printed in China...

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