1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Sony Manuals
  4. Home Theater System
  5. DAV-SB500W
  6. Operating instructions manual

Sony DAV-SB500W Operating Instructions Manual

Sony operating instructions dvd home theatre system dav-sb500w
Hide thumbs Also See for DAV-SB500W:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

2-108-851-11(2)
DVD Home Theatre
System
Operating Instructions
DAV-SB500W
©2004 Sony Corporation

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for Sony DAV-SB500W

Summary of Contents for Sony DAV-SB500W

  • Page 1 2-108-851-11(2) DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions DAV-SB500W ©2004 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2 WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with news papers, table-cloths, curtains, etc.

  • Page 3: Welcome

    Welcome! Thank you for purchasing Sony DVD Home Theatre System. Before operating this system, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. Precautions On power sources AC power cord (mains lead) must be changed only at the qualified service shop.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTROL) Other Operations Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote ... 62 Using the SONY TV DIRECT Function... 64 Using the Video or Other Unit ... 66 Enjoying the Radio ... 66 Using the Radio Data System (RDS) ... 69 Using the Sleep Timer ...
  • Page 5 Additional Information Troubleshooting ... 78 Specifications ... 81 Glossary ...82 Index to Parts and Controls...86 Language Code List ...91 DVD Setup Menu List ... 92 Index ... 94 Quick Reference for Remote Commander ...Back cover...

  • Page 6: About This Manual

    About This Manual • The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the controls on the system if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote. • The following symbols are used in this manual.
  • Page 7 Disc Title structure Chapter Disc VIDEO CD, Track Super Audio CD or CD Index structure Disc Album structure Track Disc Album JPEG structure File Note on PBC (Playback Control) (VIDEO CDs) This system conforms to Ver. 1.1 and Ver. 2.0 of VIDEO CD standards.

  • Page 8: Notes About The Discs

    Notes about CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-RW (Video mode)/DVD+R/DVD+RW In some cases, CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-RW (Video mode)/DVD+R/DVD+RW cannot be played on this player due to the recording quality or physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of the recording device and authoring software. The disc will not play if it has not been correctly finalized.

  • Page 9: Guide To The Control Menu Display

    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. Currently playing title number (VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD/CD: track number) Disc name or...
  • Page 10 FILE (JPEG only) (page 36) DATE (JPEG only) (page 49) ANGLE (DVD only) (page 55) PLAYMODE (VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD/CD/MP3/JPEG only) (page 40) REPEAT (page 41) CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL (page 57) Tips • Each time you press DVD DISPLAY, the Control Menu display changes as follows: Control Menu display Control Menu display off The Control Menu items vary depending on the disc.

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    Getting Started Unpacking Check that you have the following items: • Speakers (5) • Subwoofer (1) • Surround amplifier (1) • Speaker cord cover (1) • Speaker cord holder (1) • Screw (1) • IR transmitter* (1) • IR receiver* (1) •...

  • Page 12: Step 1: Speaker System Hookup

    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. 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 29.
  • Page 13 When using the IR receiver stand, attach the stand so that both delta marks on the IR receiver and stand are aligned. IR receiver Delta marks IR receiver stand Surround amplifier Receive the sound from the IR receiver and send to the surround speakers. Connect the surround speakers and the IR receiver to the surround amplifier.

  • Page 14: Terminals For Connecting The Speakers

    Terminals for connecting the speakers Connect the Front speakers Center speaker Subwoofer Surround speakers IR transmitter IR receiver Front speaker (R) Subwoofer Surround speaker (R) To the SPEAKER FRONT L (white) and R (red) jacks of the system SPEAKER CENTER (green) jack of the system SPEAKER WOOFER (purple) jacks of the system SPEAKER SURR L (blue) and R (gray) jacks of the surround amplifier DIR-T1 (pink) jack of the system...
  • Page 15 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 –...
  • Page 16 About the surround amplifier After connecting, you can attach the cover to the surround amplifier for organizing and storing excess speaker cords. Attaching the cover Attach the speaker cord cover by sliding it down along the grooves at the edges of the surround amplifier. Surround amplifier Push the speaker cord cover down until you hear a click.

  • Page 17: To Avoid Short-Circuiting The Speakers

    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...
  • Page 18 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. Notes • Be careful not to damage the surface you use (desk, etc.) when attaching/detaching the speaker cords. •...
  • Page 19 About the wireless system This wireless system adopts the Digital Infrared Audio Transmission system (page 82). The following diagram indicates the infrared transmission area (the range that the infrared rays can reach). Top view IR transmitter IR receiver Notes • Do not install the IR receiver in a place exposed to direct sunlight or strong light such as an incandescent lamp. •...

  • Page 20: Step 2: Antenna (Aerial) Hookups

    Step 2: Antenna (Aerial) Hookups Connect the supplied AM/FM antennas (aerials) for listening to the radio. Terminals for connecting the antennas (aerials) Connect the AM loop antenna (aerial) FM wire antenna (aerial) Notes • To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna (aerial) away from the system and other components. •...

  • Page 21: Step 3: Tv And Video Component Hookups

    Step 3: TV and Video Component Hookups Required cords SCART (EURO AV) cord for connecting a TV (not supplied) Audio cords (not supplied) When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded sleeves to the appropriate jacks on the components.
  • Page 22 Notes • Make connections securely to prevent unwanted noise. • Refer to the instructions supplied with the TV. • The system cannot output component output signals. • The system cannot output an audio signal to the connected TV. Only the audio signal of the TV is output from the system speakers.

  • Page 23: Step 4: Connecting The Ac Power Cords (Mains Leads)

    LINE indicator turns green. • If the POWER/ON LINE indicator flashes in red, the IR receiver is receiving an infrared ray from another Sony’s wireless product. Move the IR transmitter and/or the IR receiver so that the POWER/ON LINE indicator turns green.
  • Page 24 Example for installation 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 turns green. Top view IR transmitter IR receiver...
  • Page 25 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.
  • Page 26 • Do not install the IR transmitter or IR receiver to a wall of low strength. • Sony is not liable for any damage or accident incurred by incorrect installation (i.e. low strength wall, etc.), incorrect use of this product, or natural disaster.

  • Page 27: Step 6: Performing The Quick Setup

    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”...
  • Page 28 Select a suitable room size from [SMALL], [MEDIUM], or [LARGE] using , then press ENTER. Setting is selected and [LISTENING POSITION] appears. LISTENING POSITION The [LISTENING POSITION] number you can select varies, depending on the [ROOM SIZE] setting. [SMALL]: Three positions [MEDIUM]: Four positions [LARGE]: Five positions Select a suitable listening position...

  • Page 29: Speaker Setup

    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 closer (B) and the surround speakers up to 4.6 meters closer (C) to the listening position.

  • Page 30: Playing Discs

    Playing Discs Playing Discs Depending on the DVD or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the operation details supplied with your disc. "/1 Disc tray STANDBY indicator Turn on your TV. Switch the input selector on the TV to this system.

  • Page 31: Additional Operations

    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 wall outlet (mains). While playing a disc, do not turn off the system by pressing "/1.

  • Page 32: Resuming Playback From The Point Where You Stopped The Disc

    Resuming Playback from the Point Where You Stopped the Disc (Resume Play) When you stop the disc, the system remembers the point where you pressed x and “RESUME” appears in the front panel display. As long as you do not remove the disc, Resume Play will work even if the system enters standby mode by pressing "/1.

  • Page 33: Using The Dvd's Menu

    Using the DVD’s Menu A DVD is divided into a lot of sections, which make up a picture or music feature. These sections are called “titles.” When you play a DVD which contains several titles, you can select the title you want using DVD TOP MENU/ALBUM–.

  • Page 34: Playing An Mp3 Audio Track

    Notes • Depending on the VIDEO CD, the menu does not appear in Step 1. • Depending on the VIDEO CD, “Press ENTER” in Step 3 may appear as “Press SELECT” in the instructions supplied with the disc. In this case, press To play without using PBC, press ./>...
  • Page 35 Selecting an album and track DVD TOP MENU/ ALBUM– ENTER DISPLAY Press DVD DISPLAY. The Control Menu and name of the MP3 data disc appear. Press X/x to select then press ENTER or c. The list of albums contained on the disc appears.

  • Page 36: Playing Jpeg Image Files

    Playing JPEG Image Files You can play JPEG image files on CD-ROMs, CD-Rs, or CD-RWs. However, the discs must be recorded according to ISO9660 Level 1, Level 2 or Joliet format for the system to recognize the files. You can also play discs recorded in Multi Session.
  • Page 37 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.

  • Page 38: Creating Your Own Program

    To rotate the current image Rotate the current image using C/c Each time you press c, the image turns clockwise by 90º. Each time you press C, the image turns anticlockwise by 90º. Note You cannot rotate an image during Slide show. Press H to return to normal play before this operation.
  • Page 39 You can select the jump bar icon only if there are more than 9 programmed tracks or albums. Press c. The cursor moves to the track (in this case, “1”). Before programming the MP3 tracks, it is required to select the album. Program Total Time - - : - - Album...

  • Page 40: Playing In Random Order

    Playing in Random Order (Shuffle Play) You can have the system “shuffle” tracks and play them in random order. Subsequent “shuffling” will produce a different playing order. PLAY MODE In stop mode, press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “SHUF” appears in the front panel display.

  • Page 41: (Shuffle Play) Playing Repeatedly

    Playing Repeatedly (Repeat Play) You can play all the titles/tracks/files or a single title/chapter/track on a disc. In Shuffle or Program Play mode, the system repeats tracks in shuffled or programmed order. You cannot perform Repeat Play during PBC playback of VIDEO CDs (page 33). REPEAT C/X/x/c DISPLAY...

  • Page 42: Searching For A Particular Point On A Disc

    Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc (Scan, Slow-motion Play) You can locate a particular point on a disc quickly by monitoring the picture or by playing back slowly. Notes • Depending on the DVD/VIDEO CD, you may not be able to perform some of the operations described.

  • Page 43: (Scan, Slow-Motion Play) Searching For A Title/Chapter/Track/Index/Album/File

    Searching for a Title/ Chapter/Track/Index/ Album/File You can search a title (DVD), chapter (DVD), track (CD, VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD, MP3), index (VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD), album (MP3, JPEG), and file (JPEG). As titles, tracks, albums, and files are assigned unique names on the disc, you can select the desired one from the Control Menu.

  • Page 44: Searching For A Chapter/Index

    Searching for a chapter/index Press DVD DISPLAY. The Control Menu appears. Press X/x to select the search method. x When playing a DVD (CHAPTER) x When playing a VIDEO CD (Without PBC functions) (INDEX) x When playing a Super Audio CD (INDEX) Example: when you select (CHAPTER)

  • Page 45: Viewing Information About The Disc

    Viewing Information about the Disc Viewing the playing time and remaining time in the front panel display You can check disc information, such as the remaining time, total number of titles in a DVD, tracks in a CD, Super Audio CD, VIDEO CD, or MP3, or files in a JPEG using the front panel display (page 87).
  • Page 46 When playing a VIDEO CD (without PBC functions), Super Audio CD or CD Playing time and current track number (when playing a CD) Remaining time of the current track Playing time of the disc Remaining time of the disc Track name a) Current sound field b) Volume b) When playing an MP3...
  • Page 47 When playing a JPEG Current file number File name Album (folder) name c) Current sound field b) Volume b) When program play is activated Number of the programmed tracks and the total playing time Remaining time of the current title Track name a) Current Sound Field b) Volume b)

  • Page 48: Checking The Playing Time And Remaining Time

    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”...

  • Page 49: Checking The Date Information (Jpeg Only)

    • C–**:**:** Remaining time of the current chapter • **:**:** Playing time of the menu or current title without a chapter x When playing a VIDEO CD (with PBC functions) • **:** Playing time of the current scene x When playing a VIDEO CD (without PBC functions), Super Audio CD or CD •...

  • Page 50: Sound Adjustments

    Sound Adjustments Changing the Sound 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.

  • Page 51: Dvd Only

    Press ENTER. To turn off the Control Menu Press DVD DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu is turned off. Notes • For discs not in multiple audio format, you cannot change the sound. • During DVD playback, the sound may change automatically.

  • Page 52: Enjoying Surround Sound

    Enjoying Surround Sound You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of system’s pre- programmed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters into your home. To select sound field, press AUTO FORMAT DIRECT or MODE on the remote repeatedly until the sound field you want appears in the front panel display.

  • Page 53: Selecting A Sound Field

    Selecting a sound field (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT button) AUTO FORMAT DIRECT Press AUTO FORMAT DIRECT on the remote repeatedly until the sound field you want appears in the front panel display. Sound field Display AUTO FORMAT DIRECT A.F.D. AUTO AUTO AUTO FORMAT DIRECT DOLBY PL PRO LOGIC...

  • Page 54: Using The Sound Effect

    x HEADPHONE SURROUND This mode outputs the sound as surround from headphone L/R. To turn the surround effect off Press AUTO FORMAT DIRECT on the remote repeatedly until “A.F.D. AUTO” appears in the front panel display, or press MODE on the remote to display “2CH ST.”...

  • Page 55: Using Various Additional Functions

    Using Various Additional Functions Changing the Angles 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.

  • Page 56: Displaying The Subtitles

    Displaying the Subtitles If subtitles are recorded on a disc, you can turn the subtitles on or off while playing. If multilingual subtitles are recorded on the disc, you can change the subtitle language while playing, or turn the subtitles on or off whenever you want.

  • Page 57: Locking Discs

    Locking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL) 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.

  • Page 58: Parental Control

    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. If you make a mistake entering your password Press C before you press ENTER and input the correct number.
  • Page 59 Number buttons C/X/x/c SETUP In stop mode, press DVD SETUP. The Setup Display appears. Press X/x to select [CUSTOM SETUP], then press ENTER or c. [CUSTOM SETUP] is displayed. CUSTOM SETUP PARENTAL CONTROL TRACK SELECTION AUDIO DRC: DATA CD PRIORITY: JPEG DATE: Press X/x to select [PARENTAL CONTROL t], then press ENTER or c.

  • Page 60: To Change The Password

    Press X/x to select [LEVEL] then press ENTER or c. The selection items for [LEVEL] are displayed. CUSTOM SETUP PARENTAL CONTROL LEVEL: STANDARD: CHANGE PASSWORD Select the level you want using X/x, then press ENTER. The parental Control setting is complete. CUSTOM SETUP PARENTAL CONTROL LEVEL:...
  • Page 61 Area Code Standard Code number Argentina 2044 Australia 2047 Austria 2046 Belgium 2057 Brazil 2070 Canada 2079 Chile 2090 China 2092 Denmark 2115 Finland 2165 France 2174 Germany 2109 Hong Kong 2219 India 2248 Indonesia 2238 Italy 2254 Japan 2276 Korea 2304 Malaysia...

  • Page 62: Other Operations

    • If you enter a new code number, the code number previously entered will be erased. • When you replace the batteries of the remote, the code number may be reset to the default (SONY) setting. Reset the appropriate code number. Controlling TVs with the...
  • Page 63 Manufacturer Code number Kendo Kiton 002, 020 LG/Goldstar 002, 020, 027, 028, 038 LOEWE 027, 028, 038 LXI(Sears) 002, 009, 012, 034, 046 MAGNAVOX 002, 020, 027, 034 MARANTZ Mark Matsui 010, 052, 053 Medion Mitsubishi/MGA 002, 021, 022 002, 020, 023, 024, 048 NOKIA 025, 026 Nokia Oceanic...

  • Page 64: Using The Sony Tv Direct Function

    25, press -/--, then 2 and 5.) Using the SONY TV DIRECT Function SONY TV DIRECT 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.
  • Page 65 TV CH + 0.5 (Default) Notes • This function is only for SONY TV series. • If distance between TV and this system is too far, this function may not work. Install the system near the • Keep the remote pointed in the direction of the TV...

  • Page 66: Using The Video Or Other Unit

    Using the Video or Other Unit 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. Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “VIDEO” appears in the front panel display.

  • Page 67: Listening To The Radio

    Press ENTER. A preset number appears in the front panel display. Press C/X/x/c to select the preset number you want. Press ENTER. The station is stored. Repeat 1 to 7 to store other stations. To change the preset number Restart from step 1. Listening to the Radio Preset radio stations in the system’s memory first (see “Presetting Radio Stations”...

  • Page 68: Naming Preset Stations

    For automatic tuning, press and hold TUNING + or – on the remote. Press x when you stop the automatic tuning. Tips • If an FM program is noisy, press FM MODE on the remote so that “MONO” appears in the front panel display.

  • Page 69: 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 RDS may not work properly if the station you are tuned...

  • Page 70: Returning To The Default Settings

    To cancel the Sleep Timer function Press SLEEP repeatedly until “SLP OFF” appears in the display. To change the brightness of the front panel display Press DIMMER. 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...

  • Page 71: Settings And Adjustments

    Settings and Adjustments Using the Setup Display By using the Setup Display, you can make various adjustments to items, such as picture and sound. You can also set the subtitle language and the Setup Display, among other things. For details on each Setup Display item, see page 72- 76.

  • Page 72: Setting The Display Or Sound Track Language

    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. For details on using the display, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 71). LANGUAGE SETUP OSD : DVD MENU :...
  • Page 73 16:9 4:3 LETTER BOX 4:3 PAN SCAN Note Depending on the DVD, [4:3 LETTER BOX] may be selected automatically instead of [4:3 PAN SCAN] or vice versa. x SCREEN SAVER Turns the screen saver on and off so that the screen saver image appears when you leave the system in pause or stop mode for 15 minutes, or when you playback a CD, a Super Audio CD, an...

  • Page 74: (Screen Setup) Custom Settings

    Custom Settings (CUSTOM SETUP) Allows setting up Parental Control and other settings. Select [CUSTOM SETUP] in the Setup Display. For details on using the display, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 71). The default settings are underlined. CUSTOM SETUP PARENTAL CONTROL TRACK SELECTION AUDIO DRC: DATA CD PRIORITY:...

  • Page 75: Settings For The Speakers

    Settings for the Speakers (SPEAKER SETUP) To obtain the best possible surround sound, set the size of the speakers you have connected and their distance from your listening position. Then use the test tone to adjust the level and the balance of the speakers to the same level.

  • Page 76: Test Tone

    x LEVEL You can vary the level of each speaker as follows. Be sure to set [TEST TONE] to [ON] for easy adjustment. CENTER Adjusts the level of the center 0 dB speaker (–6 dB to +6 dB, 1 dB (appears when increments).

  • Page 77: (Speaker Setup) Quick Setup And Resetting The System

    Quick Setup and Resetting the System (SETUP) Select [SETUP] in the Setup Display. For details on using the display, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 71). SETUP QUICK RESET x QUICK 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.

  • Page 78: Additional Information

    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.
  • Page 79 The surround effect is difficult to hear when you are playing a Dolby Digital, DTS, or MPEG audio sound track. • Make sure the sound field function is on (page 52). • Check the speaker connections and settings (pages 29, 75). •...
  • Page 80 • 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.

  • Page 81: Specifications

    Specifications Amplifier section Stereo mode (rated) 65 W+65 W (4 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN) Surround mode (reference) Front: 96 W+96 W (with SS-TS11) Center: 96 W (with SS-CT11) Surround: 96 W+96 W (with SS-TS11) Subwoofer: 170 W (with SS-WS11) * Depending on the sound field settings and the source, there may be no sound output.

  • Page 82: Glossary

    1.3 kg with no accompanying deterioration, Sony developed a technology called “Digital Infrared See page 11. Audio Transmission” for the infrared transmission of digital audio signals using no compression, and it introduced it into the DAV- SB500W.
  • Page 83 Dolby Digital This movie theater sound format for 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”...
  • Page 84 Index (Super Audio CD, CD)/Video Index (VIDEO CD) A number that divides a track into sections to easily locate the point you want on a VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD, or CD. Depending on the disc, no indexes may be recorded. Multi-angle function Various angles of a scene, or viewpoints of the video camera are recorded on some DVDs.
  • Page 85 • 2 channel + Multi-channel Super Audio CD This disc consists of a 2 channel playback area and a multi-channel playback area. 2 channel playback area Multi-channel playback area Title The longest section of a picture or music feature on a DVD, movie, etc., in video software, or the entire album in audio software.

  • Page 86: Index To Parts And Controls

    Index to Parts and Controls For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. Front Panel STANDBY A "/1 (power) (30) B Disc tray (30) C A (open/close) (30) D H (play) (30) E X (pause) (31) F x (stop) (31) G ./>, PRESET –/+ (31, 67) PRESET FUNCTION...

  • Page 87: Front Panel Display

    Front Panel Display When playing back a DVD Playing status Current mode Lights up when title or chapter names are contained in the disc Current title or chapter number When playing back a VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD, CD or MP3 Playing status Current mode Lights up when album...

  • Page 88: Rear Panel

    Rear Panel A SPEAKER jacks (12) B DIR-T1 jack (12) C VIDEO AUDIO IN L/R jacks (21) D SAT AUDIO IN L/R jacks (21) AUDIO IN SPEAKER VIDEO FRONT R CENTER FRONT L WOOFER WOOFER DIR-T1 AUDIO IN E EURO AV OUTPUT (TO TV) jack (21) F AM terminals (20) G FM 75 COAXIAL jack (20) EURO AV...
  • Page 89 Remote A SONY TV DIRECT (64) B SLEEP (69) C TUNER/BAND (66, 67) D MUTING (31) E TUNER MENU (66) F PLAY MODE (38, 40) G REPEAT H FM MODE (67) I TV J AUDIO (50) K ANGLE (55) L SUBTITLE (56) M ./>, PRESET –/+...
  • Page 90 Surround amplifier Front panel POWER POWER ON-LINE A POWER (23) B POWER/ON LINE indicator (23) C DIR-R1 jack (12) D SPEAKER jacks (12) Rear panel DIR-R1 SPEAKER SURROUND SURROUND...

  • Page 91: Language Code List

    Language Code List The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard. Code Language 1027 Afar 1028 Abkhazian 1032 Afrikaans 1039 Amharic 1044 Arabic 1045 Assamese 1051 Aymara 1052 Azerbaijani 1053 Bashkir 1057 Byelorussian 1059 Bulgarian 1060 Bihari 1061 Bislama 1066...

  • Page 92: Dvd Setup Menu List

    DVD Setup Menu List You can set the following items with the DVD Setup menu. The order of the displayed items may be different from the actual display. LANGUAGE SETUP (Select the language you want to use from the displayed language list.) DVD MENU (Select the language you want to use from the...
  • Page 93 SPEAKER SETUP SIZE FRONT CENTER SURROUND SUBWOOFER DISTANCE FRONT CENTER SURROUND CENTER LEVEL SURROUND LEFT SURROUND RIGHT SUBWOOFER BALANCE FRONT TEST TONE * The setting range changes depending on the front speaker setting (page 75). SETUP QUICK RESET NONE NONE 1.0m –...

  • Page 94: Index

    Index Numerics 16:9 72 4:3 LETTER BOX 72 4:3 PAN SCAN 72 ALBUM 35, 43 Album 6, 82 ANGLE 55 Antenna (Aerial) Hookups 20 AUDIO 50, 72 AUDIO DRC 74 BACKGROUND 73 BALANCE 76 Batteries 11 CHAPTER 44 Chapter 6, 82 Continuous play CD/VIDEO CD/DVD/MP3 30 Control Menu 9...

  • Page 96: Quick Reference For Remote Commander

    Note The remote control of the unit employs command signals in common with other Sony DVD products. Thus, depending on the button, other Sony DVD products may respond. A Turns the Sony TV and the system on and changes the TV’s input source.

This manual is also suitable for:

Dav-sb5000w

Table of Contents