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DVD Home Theatre
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Operating Instructions
DAV-DZ810W
©2006 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 2-661-567-11(1) DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions DAV-DZ810W ©2006 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 2: 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Welcome! ... 2 About This Manual ... 5 This System Can Play the Following Discs ...5 Getting Started – BASIC – Step 1: Assembling the Speakers and Installing the Surround Amplifier ... 9 Step 2: Connecting the System and TV ...
  • Page 4 Changing the Brightness of the Front Panel Display ... 70 Advanced Settings and Adjustments Locking Discs ... 71 (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL) Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Room ... 74 (SPEAKER FORMATION) Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically ... 76 (AUTO CALIBRATION) Using the Setup Display...

  • Page 5: 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 Control Menu items may be different depending on the area.

  • Page 6: Region Code

    – MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files, and DivX video files of format conforming to ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, or its extended format, Joliet The system can play DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/ DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs recorded in the following formats: – MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files and DivX video files of format conforming to UDF (Universal Disc Format) Example of discs that the...
  • Page 7 If you try to play any other DVD VIDEO, the message [Playback prohibited by area limitations.] will appear on the TV screen. Depending on the DVD VIDEO, no region code indication may be given even though playing the DVD VIDEO is prohibited by area restrictions. Note on playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs Some playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO...

  • Page 8: Inserting Batteries Into The Remote

    Getting Started – BASIC – See Unpacking in Specifications, page 93. Inserting batteries into the remote You can control the system using the supplied remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the system.

  • Page 9: Step 1: Assembling The Speakers And Installing The Surround Amplifier

    Step 1: Assembling the Speakers and Installing the Surround Amplifier Before connecting the speakers, attach the speaker stand to the speaker. About how to connect the speaker cords to the SPEAKER jacks, see page 16. The IR receiver cord should be used for the surround speaker (L) only. The illustrations below show how to install the surround speaker (L).
  • Page 10 Pull the speaker cord out to a straight length of about 700 mm (28 inch). Fold back about 100 mm (4 inch) and twist together. Draw the IR receiver cord first, and then the speaker cord through the hole on the base. Stand the speaker up, and untwist and straighten out the speaker cord.
  • Page 11 Connect the IR receiver cord to the speaker and run the cord around the pin. Connect the speaker cords to the speaker. Then run the cords through the slots (A, B, C, and D) all the way. continued...
  • Page 12 Slide the speaker down slowly onto the pedestal. Adjust the length of the speaker cord (and the IR receiver cord). Note • Do not catch the speaker cord (and the IR receiver cord) between the speaker and the pedestal. • Do not drop the speaker when mounting. Secure the speaker with the screws in order 1 to 2.
  • Page 13 Attach the spacers. Spacers (4) (supplied) Push open the cover (surround amplifier only). Attach the surround amplifier (speaker base) to the surround speaker with the guide pins. Rear of surround speaker Secure the surround amplifier (speaker base) with the screws to the circle marked holes. Run cords through the slot.
  • Page 14 Connect the speaker cords and the IR receiver cord to the surround amplifier. From surround speaker (L). Bundle the cords into the storage space. Stand the speaker up. The speaker base has storage space in the back. Attach the cover (surround amplifier only).

  • Page 15: Step 2: Connecting The System And Tv

    Step 2: Connecting the System and TV This hookup is the basic connection of the system to the speakers and TV. For other TV connections, see page 27. For other component connection, see page 31. To accept progressive signals, see page 29. Refer to the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from 1 to 4 on the following pages.

  • Page 16: Connecting The Speakers

    1 Connecting the Speakers Required cords The connector and color tube of the speaker cords are the same color as the label of the jacks to be connected. Note • Do not catch the speaker cord insulation in the SPEAKER jack. To avoid short-circuiting the speakers Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage the system.

  • Page 17: Connecting The Antenna (Aerial)

    • When you want to output the TV sound or stereo sound of a 2 channel source from the 6 speakers, select the “Dolby Pro Logic,” “Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE,” or “Dolby Pro Logic II MUSIC” sound field (page 37). 3 Connecting the Antenna (Aerial) To connect the AM antenna (aerial) The shape and the length of the antenna (aerial) is designed to receive AM signals.
  • Page 18 To connect the FM wire antenna (aerial) Connect the FM wire antenna (aerial) to the COAXIAL FM 75 Ω jack. FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied) COAXIAL FM 75 Ω jack Note • Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial). •...

  • Page 19: Step 3: Positioning The System

    Step 3: Positioning the System 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). The front speakers can be placed from 0.0 to 7.0 meters (0 to 23 ft) (A) from the listening position.

  • Page 20: Step 4: Performing The Quick Setup

    Step 4: Performing the Quick Setup Follow the steps below to make the minimum number of basic adjustments for using the system. C/X/x/c, Turn on the TV. Press [/1 and POWER on the surround amplifier. Note • Disconnect the headphones when you perform the Quick Setup.
  • Page 21 • [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]. Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV. Press The Setup Display for selecting the speaker formation appears.
  • Page 22 POWER/ON LINE indicator turns green. • If the POWER/ON LINE indicator flashes red, the IR receiver is receiving an infrared ray from another Sony’s wireless product. Move the IR transmitter and/or the surround speaker (L) so that the POWER/ ON LINE indicator turns green.
  • Page 23 To place the surround speaker (L) in the (R) position Depending on the location of the wall outlet (mains), you can also place the surround speaker (L) (with the IR receiver) in the (R) position if necessary. Press AMP MENU. Press X/x repeatedly until “SL SR REV”...

  • Page 24: Getting Started - Advanced

    Getting Started – ADVANCED – Turning off the Demonstration X/x/c, After connecting the AC power cord (mains lead), the demonstration appears in the front panel display. When you press "/1 on the remote, the demonstration turns off. Note • When you press "/1 on the system, the demonstration does not turn off.

  • Page 25: Installing The Speakers And The Ir Transmitter On A Wall

    • 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 26 • Do not install the IR transmitter 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: Tv Hookup (Advanced)

    TV Hookup (Advanced) Select a hookup suitable for the jacks on your TV. Connecting the video/HDMI* cords Sends a played back DVD image to a TV. Check the jacks of your TV, and choose connection method A, B, or C. Picture quality improves in order from A (standard) to C (HDMI).
  • Page 28 To connect to a TV with the SCART (EURO AV) cord (not supplied) Be sure to connect the SCART (EURO AV) cord to the EURO AV T OUTPUT (TO TV) jack on the system. When you connect using the SCART (EURO AV) cord, check that the TV conforms to S video or RGB signals.
  • Page 29 Does your TV accept progressive signals? Progressive is the method for displaying TV images which reduces flickering, and sharpens the image. To display using this method, you need to connect to a TV that accepts progressive signals. PROGRESSIVE “PROGRE” lights up in the front panel display when the system outputs progressive signals. Press FUNCTION +/–...
  • Page 30 x INTERLACE Select this setting when: – your TV does not accept progressive signals, or, – your TV is connected to jacks other than the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (EURO AV T OUTPUT (TO TV)). You cannot select NORMAL (INTERLACE) while “HDMI” lights up in the front panel display. About DVD software types and the conversion method DVD software can be divided into 2 types: film-based software and video-based software.

  • Page 31: Other Component Hookup

    Other Component Hookup You can enjoy sound using the speakers of this system by connecting the AUDIO OUT jacks of another component. For video connection of other components, connect directly to the TV. Connecting the system and the other component Outputs the other component through the speakers of this system.
  • Page 32 • When listening to MP3 format recordings using a portable audio source, you can enhance the sound. Press FUNCTION +/- to select “AUDIO.” Connect the portable audio source. Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly until “A.F.D. STD” appears in the front panel display. To cancel, select other than “A.F.D.

  • Page 33: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Playing Discs "/1 FUNCTION Disc tray DISC SKIP MUTING VOLUME +/– Depending on the DVD VIDEO or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the operation details supplied with your disc. Turn on your TV. Switch the input selector on the TV to this system.

  • Page 34: Enjoying The Radio Or Other Components

    Press Stop play and remove the disc Replay the previous scene* (instant replay) during playback. Briefly fast forward the (instant advance) current scene** during playback. * DVD VIDEOs/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs only. The button can be used except for DivX video files. ** DVD VIDEOs/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs/DVD+RWs/ DVD+Rs only.

  • Page 35: Enjoying Tv Or Vcr Sound From All Speakers

    Changing the input level of the sound from connected components Distortion may occur when listening to a component connected to the LINE 1 jacks on the rear of the unit or to the AUDIO IN jack on the front panel. This is not a malfunction and will depend on the component connected.

  • Page 36: Selecting The Movie Or Music Mode

    Selecting the Movie or Music Mode You can choose a suitable sound mode for movies or music. MOVIE/ MUSIC Press MOVIE/MUSIC during playback. Press MOVIE/MUSIC repeatedly until the mode you want lights up in the front panel display. The default setting is underlined. •...

  • Page 37: Sound Adjustments

    Sound Adjustments Enjoying Surround Sound by Using Sound Field 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. SOUND FIELD Press SOUND FIELD.
  • Page 38 In collaboration with Sony Pictures Entertainment, Sony measured the sound environment of their studios and integrated the data of the measurement and Sony’s own DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology to develop “Digital Cinema Sound.” “Digital Cinema Sound” simulates in a home theater an ideal movie theater sound environment based on the preference of the movie director.

  • Page 39: Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound

    Multi channel surround formats are downmixed to two channels. To turn the surround effect off Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly until “A.F.D. STD” or “2CH STEREO” appears in the front panel display. • The system memorizes the last sound field selected for each function mode.

  • Page 40: Various Functions For Playing Discs

    Various Functions for Playing Discs Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc (Scan, Slow-motion Play, Freeze Frame) You can quickly locate a particular point on a disc by monitoring the picture or playing back slowly. Note • Depending on the DVD/DivX video/VIDEO CD, you may not be able to do some of the operations described.

  • Page 41: Searching For A Title/Chapter/Track/Scene, Etc

    Searching for a Title/ Chapter/Track/Scene, etc. You can search a DVD by title or chapter, and you can search a VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD/ CD/DATA CD/DATA DVD by track, index, or scene. As titles and tracks are assigned unique numbers on the disc, you can select the desired one by entering its number.

  • Page 42: Searching By Scene

    • When the Control Menu display is turned off, you can search for a chapter (DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/DVD- RW), track (VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD/CD), or file (DATA CD/DATA DVD (DivX video)) by pressing the number buttons and Note • You cannot search for a scene on a DVD+RW/ DVD+R using the time code.

  • Page 43: 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 44: Creating Your Own Program

    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 change or cancel a program Follow steps 1 to 3 of “Creating Your Own Program.” Select the program number of the track you want to change or cancel using X/x. If you want to delete the track from the program, press CLEAR.

  • Page 46: (Shuffle Play) Playing Repeatedly

    To return to normal play Press CLEAR, or select [OFF] in Step 3. To turn off the Control Menu Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu is turned off. Note • You cannot use this function with VIDEO CDs and Super VCDs with PBC playback.

  • Page 47: Using The Dvd's Menu

    • [ALBUM]: repeats the current album. • [TRACK] (MP3 audio tracks only): repeats the current track. • [FILE] (DivX video files only): repeats the current file. Press The item is selected. To return to normal play, press CLEAR, or select [OFF] in Step 3. To turn off the Control Menu Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control...

  • Page 48: Changing The Sound

    Changing the Sound When playing a DVD VIDEO or DATA CD/ DATA DVD (DivX video files) recorded in multiple audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital, MPEG audio, or DTS), you can change the audio format. If the DVD VIDEO is recorded with multilingual tracks, you can also change the language.

  • Page 49: Checking The Audio Signal Format

    Checking the audio signal format (DVD, DivX video only) If you press AUDIO repeatedly during playback, the format of the current audio signal (PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.) appears as shown below. x When playing a DVD Example: Dolby Digital 5.1 ch LFE (Low Frequency Effect) Surround (L/R)

  • Page 50: Selecting [Original] Or [Play List] On A Dvd-R/Dvd-Rw

    Selecting [ORIGINAL] or [PLAY LIST] on a DVD-R/ DVD-RW Some DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs in VR (Video Recording) mode have two types of titles for playback: originally recorded titles ([ORIGINAL]) and titles that can be created on recordable DVD players for editing ([PLAY LIST]).

  • Page 51: Checking The Playing Time And Remaining Time

    * VIDEO CD only. When playing a DATA CD (MP3 audio) or DATA DVD (MP3 audio) 1 Playing time and current track number 2 Track (file) name • When playing VIDEO CDs with PBC functions, the playing time is displayed. Note •...

  • Page 52: Checking The Play Information Of The Disc

    Checking the play information of the disc To check DVD/Super Audio CD/CD text Press DISPLAY repeatedly in Step 2 to display text recorded on the DVD/Super Audio CD/CD. The DVD/Super Audio CD/CD text appears only when text is recorded in the disc. You cannot change the text.

  • Page 53: Changing The Angles

    Changing the Angles If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on a DVD VIDEO, you can change the viewing angle. Press ANGLE during playback. Each time you press ANGLE, the angle changes. 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.

  • 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 screen, you can adjust the delay between the picture and sound. Press DISPLAY when the system is in stop mode. The Control Menu appears.

  • Page 55: About Mp3 Audio Tracks And Jpeg Image Files

    Note • Each play mode function works only within the selected layer or playback area. • When you select a CD layer, you cannot change a playback area. • Super Audio CD audio signals are not output from the HDMI OUT (high-definition multimedia interface out) jack.

  • Page 56: Playback Order Of Mp3 Audio Tracks Or Jpeg Image Files

    • which have the extension “.MP3” (MP3 audio track) or “.JPG”/“.JPEG” (JPEG image file) • which conform to the DCF* image file format * “Design rule for Camera File system”: Image standards for digital cameras regulated by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).

  • Page 57: Playing Data Cds Or Data Dvds With Mp3 Audio Tracks And Jpeg Image Files

    Playing DATA CDs or DATA DVDs with MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image Files Selecting an MP3 audio track or album Load a DATA CD or DATA DVD. The albums recorded on the DATA CD or DATA DVD appear. When an album is being played, its title is shaded.

  • Page 58: To Stop Playback

    Press C/X/x/c to select the image you want to view and press To play the next or previous JPEG image file Press C/c when the Control Menu is not displayed. Note that you can select the next album by continuing to press c after the last image on the current album, but that you cannot return to the previous album by pressing C.

  • Page 59: Playing Audio Tracks And Images As A Slide Show With Sound

    Playing Audio Tracks and Images as a Slide Show with Sound You can play a slide show with sound by first placing both MP3 and JPEG files in the same album on a DATA CD or DATA DVD. When you play back the DATA CD or DATA DVD, select [AUTO] mode as explained below.

  • Page 60: Selecting An Effect For Image Files In The Slide Show

    • [NORMAL]: sets the duration to about 6 to 9 seconds. (Images that are four million pixels or more will lengthen the duration.) • [FAST]: sets the duration shorter than [NORMAL]. • [SLOW1]: Sets the duration longer than [NORMAL]. • [SLOW2]: Sets the duration longer than [SLOW1].

  • Page 61: Enjoying Divx® Videos

    ® Enjoying DivX Videos 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 DATA CDs and DATA DVDs that ® contain DivX video files.

  • Page 62: Selecting A Divx Video File

    To go to the next or previous page Press C/c. To turn off the display Press MENU repeatedly. To stop playback Press x. Selecting a DivX video file After Step 2 of “Selecting an album,” press The list of files in the album appears. M Y F A V O U R I T E S 1 ( 2 ) H A W A I I 2 0 0 4...

  • Page 63: Playing Video Cds With Pbc Functions (Ver.2.0)

    Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC Functions (Ver.2.0) (PBC Playback) With PBC (Playback Control) functions, you can enjoy simple interactive operations, search functions, and other such operations. PBC playback allows you to play VIDEO CDs interactively by following the menu on the TV screen.

  • Page 64: Tuner Functions

    Tuner Functions Presetting Radio Stations You can preset 20 FM stations, and 10 AM stations. Before tuning, make sure to turn down the volume to minimum. Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until “TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” appears in the front panel display. Press and hold TUNING + or –...

  • Page 65: Naming Preset Stations

    Naming preset stations You can enter a name for preset stations. These names (for example, “XYZ”) appear in the system’s front panel display when a station is selected. Note that no more than one name can be entered for each preset station. Note •...

  • Page 66: 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 67: Other Operations

    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. Controlling TVs with the remote Press and hold TV [/1 while entering your TV’s manufacturer’s code (see the table)

  • Page 68: Using The Theatre Sync Function

    Using the THEATRE SYNC Function THEATRE SYNC allows you to turn on your SONY TV and this system, changes the system mode to “DVD,” and then switches the TV’s input source you set with one button push. Preparing for the THEATRE SYNC function Register the TV’s input source connected to this...

  • Page 69: Using The Sound Effect

    TV CH + 0.5 (Default) Note • This function is only for SONY TVs. (This function may not work on some SONY TVs.) • If distance between TV and this system is too far, this function may not work. Install the system near the •...

  • Page 70: Using The Sleep Timer

    Using the Sleep Timer You can set the system to turn off at a preset time, so you can fall asleep listening to music. You can preset the time in 10 minutes decrements. Press SLEEP. Each time you press this button, the minutes display (the remaining time) changes as follows: SLEEP 90M t SLEEP 80M t SLEEP 70M SLEEP OFF T SLEEP 10M ...

  • Page 71: Advanced Settings And Adjustments

    Advanced Settings and Adjustments Locking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL) You can set 2 kinds of playback restrictions for the desired disc. • Custom Parental Control You can set playback restrictions so that the system will not play inappropriate discs. •...

  • Page 72: Limiting Playback For Children [Parental Control]

    To play a disc for which Custom Parental Control is set Insert the disc for which Custom Parental Control is set. The [CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL] display appears. CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL Custom parental control is already set. To play, enter your password and press ENTER Enter your 4-digit password using the...
  • Page 73 PARENTAL CONTROL LEVEL: STANDARD: Press X/x to select [STANDARD], then press The selection items for [STANDARD] are displayed. PARENTAL CONTROL LEVEL: STANDARD: OTHERS Press X/x to select a geographic area as the playback limitation level, then press The area is selected. When you select [OTHERS t], select and enter a standard code in the table of “Parental Control Area Code List”...

  • Page 74: Speaker Formation

    Changing the password Press DISPLAY while the system is in stop mode. The Control Menu appears. Press X/x to select [PARENTAL CONTROL], then press The options for [PARENTAL CONTROL] appear. Press X/x to select [PASSWORD t], then press The display for entering the password appears.
  • Page 75 cords and surround speakers using the wireless system. • [NO CENTER]: when installing the front and surround speakers. • [NO SURROUND]: when installing the center and front speakers. • [FRONT ONLY]: when installing the front speakers. • [ALL FRONT]: when installing all the speakers in front of the listening position.

  • Page 76: (Speaker Formation) Calibrating The Appropriate Settings Automatically

    Note • Speaker sound in the other room is the same as that of the front and surround speakers. • [STANDARD (WIRED)]: when installing all the speakers and connecting the system by the speaker cords. Press The selected setting takes effect. Press X/x to select [YES] or [NO], then press •...
  • Page 77 face the calibration mic, and there should be no obstruction between the speakers and the calibration mic. Be quiet during the measurement. A.CAL MIC Calibration mic Press X/x to select [YES], then press Calibration starts. Measuring. Please wait a moment. Note •...

  • Page 78: Using The Setup Display

    Using the Setup Display By using the Setup Display, you can make various adjustments to items such as picture and sound. For an overall list of Setup Display items, see page 105. Displayed items differ depending on the country model. Note •...

  • Page 79: Setting The Display Or Sound Track Language

    Note • When you turn the system on after resetting and no disc is in the system, the guide message appears on the TV screen. To perform the Quick Setup (page 20), press , to return to normal screen, press CLEAR.

  • Page 80: Settings For The Display

    Settings for the Display [SCREEN SETUP] Choose settings according to the TV to be connected. Select [SCREEN SETUP] in the Setup Display. To use the display, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 78). The default settings are underlined. SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: HDMI RESOLUTION: /RGB (HDMI):...
  • Page 81 x [YC /RGB (HDMI)] Selects the type of HDMI signal output from HDMI OUT jack. Outputs YC signals. [RGB] Outputs RGB signals. Note • If the playback picture becomes distorted, set ] to [RGB]. • If the HDMI OUT jack is connected to equipment with a DVI jack, [RGB] signals will be automatically output even when you select [YC x [SCREEN SAVER]...

  • Page 82: [Screen Setup] Custom Settings

    Custom Settings [CUSTOM SETUP] Use this to set up playback related and other settings. Select [CUSTOM SETUP] in the Setup Display. To use the display, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 78). The default settings are underlined. CUSTOM SETUP PAUSE MODE: TRACK SELECTION: MULTI-DISC RESUME: AUDIO DRC:...

  • Page 83: Settings For The Speakers

    x [DivX] Displays the registration code for this system. For more information, go to http://www.divx.com on the Internet. Settings for the Speakers [SPEAKER SETUP] To obtain the best possible surround sound, set for the size of the speakers you have connected and their distance from your listening position.
  • Page 84 Note • When you select an item, the sound cuts off for a moment. • When you change the [SIZE] setting, the [STANDARD (WIRED)] or [STANDARD (WIRELESS)] of [SPEAKER FORMATION] setting remains the same, but the other settings of [SPEAKER FORMATION] return to [STANDARD (WIRELESS)].

  • Page 85: Adjusting The Speaker Level By Using The Test Tone

    [CENTER] Set this between –15.0 dB and 0.0 dB +10.0 dB in 1.0 dB increments. (appears when you set [CENTER] to [YES] in the [SIZE] setting.) [SUBWOOFER] Set this between –15.0 dB and 0.0 dB +10.0 dB in 1.0 dB increments. x [LEVEL (SURROUND)] You can vary the level of surround speakers as follows.

  • Page 86: Returning To The Default Settings

    Returning to the Default Settings You can return 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 system at the same time. “COLD RESET” appears in the front panel display and the default settings are returned.

  • Page 87: Additional Information

    If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. On cleaning discs, disc/lens cleaner • Do not use a commercially available cleaning disc or disc/lens cleaner (wet or spray type).

  • Page 88: Notes About The Discs

    Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained. In the event of a problem with the surround amplifier, have a Sony dealer check the entire system together (system, IR transmitter, and surround speaker (L)).
  • Page 89 • You have set progressive format but your TV cannot accept the signal in progressive format. In this case, return the setting to interlace format (the default setting) (page 29). • Even if your TV is compatible with progressive format (525p/625p) signals, the image may be affected when you set progressive format.

  • Page 90: Operation

    Severe hum or noise is heard. • Check that the speakers and components are connected securely. • Check that the connecting cords are away from a transformer or motor, and at least 3 meters (10 ft) away from your TV set or a fluorescent light. •...
  • Page 91 The MP3 audio track cannot be played. • The DATA CD is not recorded in the MP3 format that conforms to ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, or Joliet. • The DATA DVD is not recorded in an MP3 format that conforms to UDF (Universal Disk Format).

  • Page 92: When Letters/Numbers Appear In

    • 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. [Data error] appears on the TV screen when playing a DATA CD or DATA DVD.

  • Page 93: (When Letters/Numbers Appear In The Display) Specifications

    Specifications Amplifier section Stereo mode (rated) 108 W + 108 W (3 ohms at 1 kHz, 1 % THD) Surround mode (reference) RMS output power, 10 % Front: 143 W + 143 W (with SS-TS55) Center*: 143 W (with SS-CT52) Surround*: 143 W + 143 W** (3 ohms) Subwoofer*: 285 W...

  • Page 94: Glossary

    Subdivision of a title on a DVD. A title is composed of several chapters. 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...
  • Page 95 Digital transmission (Digital Analog infrared Audio Transmission) transmission Fig. 1 Signal spectrum for digital infrared audio transmission ® DivX Digital video technology created by DivX, Inc. Videos encoded with DivX technology are among the highest quality with a relatively small file size.
  • Page 96 DVD-RW A DVD-RW is a recordable and rewritable disc that is the same size as a DVD VIDEO. The DVD-RW has two different modes: VR mode and Video mode. DVD-RWs created in Video mode have the same format as a DVD VIDEO, while discs created in VR (Video Recording) mode allow the contents to be programmed or edited.
  • Page 97 (conventional CDs are recorded in the PCM format). The DSD format, using a sampling frequency 64 times higher than that of a conventional CD, and with 1-bit quantization, achieves both a wide frequency range and a wide dynamic range across the audible frequency range, and so provides music reproduction extremely faithful to the original sound.

  • Page 98: 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 Bengali;...

  • Page 99: Index To Parts And Controls

    Index to Parts and Controls For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. Front panel A "/1 (on/standby) (33) B Front panel display (100) C A (open/close) (33) D Disc operation (33) E FUNCTION (33) Rear panel FRONT R A SPEAKER jacks (15) B LINE1 (DIGITAL IN OPTICAL) jack (31) C LINE2 (DIGITAL IN COAXIAL) jack (31)

  • Page 100: Front Panel Display

    Front panel display About the indications in the front panel display A Lights up when the HDMI OUT jack is correctly connected to HDCP (high- bandwidth digital content protection) compliant device with HDMI or DVI (digital visual interface) input. (27) B Lights up when the time information of a title or chapter appears in the front panel display.

  • Page 101: Surround Amplifier

    Surround amplifier A POWER/ON LINE indicator (22) B POWER (22) POWER / ON LINE POWER SPEAKER SS-TS56W SUR L SUR R C SS-TS56W jack (15) D SPEAKER jacks (15) Front panel Rear panel...

  • Page 102: Guide To The Control Menu Display

    Guide to the Control Menu Display Use the Control Menu to select a function and to view related information. Press repeatedly to turn on or change the Control Menu display as follows: Control Menu display 1 Control Menu display 2 (appears for certain discs only) Control Menu display off Control Menu display The Control Menu display 1 and 2 will show different items depending on the disc type.
  • Page 103 Control Menu items 1 2 ( 2 7 ) 1 8 ( 3 4 ) Selected item DISC TITLE CHAPTER Function name of selected Control REPEAT Menu item Operation message Displays the scene number for VIDEO CDs (PBC is on), track number for VIDEO CDs/Super Audio CDs/CDs, album number for DATA CDs/DATA DVDs.
  • Page 104 [SPEAKER FORMATION] (pages 74, 76) Sets the speaker formation./Adjust the level of each speaker automatically. [MULTI/2CH] (page 54) Selects the playback area on Super Audio CDs when available. [PROGRAM] (page 44) Selects the track to play in the order you want. [SHUFFLE] (page 45) Plays the track in random order.

  • Page 105: Dvd Setup Display List

    DVD Setup Display List You can set the following items with the DVD Setup Display. The order of the displayed items may be different from the actual display. LANGUAGE SETUP OSD* MENU* AUDIO* SUBTITLE* SCREEN SETUP 16:9 TV TYPE 4:3 LETTER 4:3 PAN SCAN HDMI AUTO...

  • Page 106: Amp Menu List

    AMP Menu List You can set the following items with AMP MENU on the remote. AMP menu DIMMER DEMO ATTENUATE* SL SR REV * “ATTENUATE” may not appear depending on the selected function. DIMMER ON DIMMER OFF DEMO ON DEMO OFF ATT ON ATT OFF REV ON...

  • Page 107: Index

    Index Numerics 16:9 80 4:3 LETTER BOX 80 4:3 OUTPUT 81 4:3 PAN SCAN 80 5.1 Channel Surround 49 A/V SYNC 54 ALBUM 41 Album 94 AMP MENU 24, 35, 70 AMP menu list 106 ANGLE 53 ATTENUATE 35 AUDIO 79 AUDIO (HDMI) 82 AUDIO DRC 82 Auto Calibration 76, 94...
  • Page 108 Rear Panel 99 Region Code 6, 96 Remote 8, 67 Repeat Play 46 RESET 78 Resume Play 43 Scan 40 SCENE 41 Scene 96 SCREEN SAVER 81 SCREEN SETUP 80 Searching 40 Selecting 36 SETUP 78 Setup Display 78, 105 Shuffle Play 45 SL SR REV 23 SLEEP 70...

  • Page 112: Remote Control

    After pressing the TV button w;, you can control the menu on a Sony TV. On the menu screen, DISPLAY button ea doubles as the MENU button, and the AMP MENU button 7 double as the TOOLS button.

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