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Sony DAV-SR2 Operating Instructions Manual

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4-255-438-11(1)
DVD Home Theatre
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Operating Instructions
DAV-SR2
©2004 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 4-255-438-11(1) DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions DAV-SR2 ©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 must be changed only at the qualified service shop.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL) Other Operations Controlling TV with the Supplied Remote ... 61 Using the SONY TV DIRECT Function... 63 Using the Video or Other Units... 65 Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound (DUAL MONO)... 65 Enjoying the Radio ... 66 Using the Sleep Timer ...
  • Page 5 Additional Information Troubleshooting ... 82 Specifications ... 85 Glossary ...87 Index to Parts and Controls...90 Language Code List ...95 DVD Setup Menu List ... 96 AMP Menu List ... 98 Index ... 99 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: Region Code

    Disc Title structure Chapter VIDEO Disc CD, Super Track Audio CD, or CD structure Index 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 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 32) DATE (JPEG only) (page 44) ANGLE (DVD only) (page 54) PLAYMODE (VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD/CD/MP3/JPEG only) (page 36) REPEAT (page 37) CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL (page 56) 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) • AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Speaker cords (3.5m 3, 10m • Video cord (1) • Remote Commander (remote) RM-SP320 (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. 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 25.

  • Page 13: Speakers

    Terminals for connecting the speakers Connect the Front speakers Surround speakers Center speaker Subwoofer Front speaker (R) Bottom of the front speaker Surround speaker (R) To the SPEAKER FRONT L (white) and R (red) jacks SPEAKER SURR L (blue) and R (gray) jacks SPEAKER CENTER (green) jack SPEAKER WOOFER (purple) jacks Center speaker...
  • Page 14 Note 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 15 To connect the surround back speaker This system is compatible with the 6.1 surround system. When you enjoy a DVD that is compatible with the 6.1 surround system such as a DTS-ES disc, connect the surround back speaker (not supplied) and set its parameters (see “Settings for the Speakers”...
  • Page 16 To change the speaker cables If you want to use a different speaker cable, you can detach the plug for attachment to another cable. Detaching With the catcher facing down, press and hold the plug down against a flat surface and remove the cords from plug.

  • Page 17: 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 18 If you have poor FM reception, use a 75-ohms coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the system to an outdoor FM antenna (aerial) as shown below. Outdoor FM antenna (aerial) FM 75 System COAXIAL...

  • Page 19: Step 3: Tv And Video Component Hookups

    Step 3: TV and Video Component Hookups Required cords Video cord for connecting a TV Audio cords (not supplied) When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded sleeves to the appropriate jacks on the components. Terminals for connecting video components Connect the To the TV (VIDEO IN)
  • Page 20 Digital satellite receiver or Notes • Make connections securely to prevent unwanted noise. • Refer to the instructions supplied with the TV. • 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 21 To change the color system (PAL or NTSC)* * Asian, Australian, and Saudi Arabian models only. Depending on the TV to be connected, you may be required to select either PAL or NTSC of the system. The initial setting of the system for Australian and Saudi Arabian models is PAL. The initial setting of the system for Asian models is NTSC.
  • Page 22 Output the TV or VCR sound from the speakers Connect audio cords. Connect the AUDIO OUT (L/R) jacks of TV or VCR to the VIDEO jacks (AUDIO IN L/R) of this system with audio cords. TV or VCR * AUDIO OUT (L/R) jacks If your TV does not have AUDIO OUT (L/R) jacks, you cannot output the TV sound from the speakers of this system.

  • Page 23: Step 4: Connecting The Ac Power Cord (Mains Lead)

    Step 4: Connecting the AC Power Cord (Mains Lead) Before connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) of this system to a wall outlet (mains), connect the speakers to the system (see page 13). Step 5: Performing the Quick Setup After completing the first 4 steps, make initial settings using the Quick Setup.
  • Page 24 Setting is selected and [ROOM SIZE] appears. ROOM SIZE SMALL 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.

  • Page 25: 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 26: 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. Disc slot "/1 STANDBY indicator Turn on your TV. Switch the input selector on the TV to this system.

  • Page 27: 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 the wall outlet (mains). While playing a disc, do not turn off the system by pressing "/1.

  • Page 28: 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 29: 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 30: 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 31: Selecting An Album And Track

    Selecting an album and track DVD TOP MENU/ ALBUM– DISPLAY Press DVD DISPLAY. The Control Menu and name of the MP3 data disc appears. Press X/x to select then press ENTER or c. The list of albums contained in the disc appears.

  • Page 32: 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 33 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 34: 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 the image during Slide show. Press H to return to normal play before this operation.
  • Page 35 To check the tracks or albums that you have already created once, 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 track list.

  • Page 36: 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. With cover opened. In stop mode, press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “SHUF” appears in the front panel display.

  • Page 37: (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 29). C/X/x/c/ ENTER DISPLAY...

  • Page 38: 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 39: (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 40 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 41: Viewing Disc Information

    Viewing Disc Information 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, or tracks in a Super Audio CD, CD, VIDEO CD, or MP3, using the front panel display (page 91).
  • Page 42 When playing back a VIDEO CD (without PBC functions), Super Audio CD or CD Playing time and current track number Remaining time and current track number Playing time of the disc Remaining time of the disc Track name Current sound field When playing back an MP3 Playing time and current track number Remaining time of the...

  • Page 43: Checking The Playing Time And Remaining Time

    Notes • Depending on the type of disc being played and the playing mode, the disc information may not be displayed. • ID3 tag applies only to version 1. • If the MP3 file you play back has an ID3 tag, the ID3 tag information is displayed as a track (file) name.
  • Page 44 • 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 45: 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 46: Dvd Only

    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. You can select [AUDIO] directly by pressing AUDIO.

  • Page 47: 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 48 Using only the front speaker and subwoofer (2 CHANNEL STEREO) This mode outputs the sound from the front left and right speakers and subwoofer. Standard two channel (stereo) sources completely bypass the sound field processing. Multi channel surround formats are downmixed to two channels. This allows you to play any source using only the front left and right speakers and subwoofer.
  • Page 49 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 50 C. ST. EX C (Cinema Studio EX C) Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment scoring stage. This mode is ideal for watching musicals or classic films where music is featured in the soundtrack.

  • Page 51: Selecting The Surround Back Decoding Mode

    To turn the surround effect off Press AUTO FORMAT DIRECT repeatedly until “A.F.D. AUTO” appears in the front panel display. When connecting the headphones to the PHONES jack Press AUTO FORMAT DIRECT or MODE repeatedly until “HP 2CH” appears in the front panel display.
  • Page 52 Press X/x to select the surround back mode you want according to the input stream, then press ENTER or AMP MENU. The default setting is “SB MATRIX.” When selecting “SB MATRIX” Dolby Digital EX or DTS-ES is applied to decode the surround back signal regardless of the 6.1 channel decode flag This decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX or DTS-ES.

  • Page 53: Using The Sound Effect

    Using the Sound Effect This system provides you with 2 types of sound effect, simply by pressing a button. Choose the sound to suit your needs. DSGX With cover opened. Press NIGHT MODE or DSGX on the remote. The sound effect is activated. x NIGHT MODE In this mode, you can enjoy sound effects or dialogue, as you would in a movie theater, even...

  • Page 54: 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 55: Displaying Subtitles

    Displaying 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 56: 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 57 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 58: Parental Control

    Limiting playback for children (Parental Control) (DVD only) Playback of some DVDs can be limited according to a predetermined level, such as the age of the viewer. The “Parental Control” function allows you to set a playback limitation level. A scene that is limited is not played, or it is replaced by a different scene.
  • Page 59 Press X/x to select [STANDARD], then press ENTER or c. The selection items for [STANDARD] are displayed. CUSTOM SETUP PARENTAL CONTROL LEVEL: STANDARD: CHANGE PASSWORD OTHERS Press X/x to select a geographic area as the playback limitation level, then press ENTER. The area is selected.

  • Page 60: Area Code

    Playing the disc for which Parental Control is set Insert the disc and press H. The [PARENTAL CONTROL] display appears. Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER. The system starts playback. Notes • If you play a DVD which does not have the Parental Control function, playback cannot be limited on this system.

  • Page 61: 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 reset itself to the default (SONY) setting. Reset the appropriate code number. Controlling TVs with the...
  • Page 62 Manufacturer Code number 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 63: Using The Sony Tv Direct Function

    25, press >10, 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 64 By pressing Number TV CH+ Notes TV’s input source • This function is only for SONY TV series. No input source • If distance between TV and this system is too far, this (Default) function may not work. Install the system near the VIDEO1 •...

  • Page 65: Using The Video Or Other Units

    Using the Video or Other Units You can use VCRs or other units connected to the VIDEO or SAT jacks. Refer to the operation manual supplied with the unit for further information on the operation. Press FUNCTION repeatedly until VIDEO or SAT that you connected the unit to appears in the front panel display.

  • Page 66: Enjoying The Radio

    x SUB Sub sound is output from the left and right speakers. x MAIN+SUB Main sound and Sub sound are output from the left and right speakers. x MAIN/SUB Main sound is output from the left speaker and Sub sound is output from the right speaker.

  • Page 67: Listening To The Radio

    Press ENTER. A preset number appears in the front panel display. Press C/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. To change the AM tuning interval The AM tuning interval can be set to either 10 kHz (default) or 9 kHz (for some areas).

  • Page 68: Naming Preset Stations

    To listen to non-preset radio stations Use manual or automatic tuning in Step 2. For manual tuning, press TUNING + or – on the remote repeatedly. For automatic tuning, press and hold TUNING + or – on the remote. Press x when you stop the automatic tuning.

  • Page 69: Using The Sleep Timer

    Create an index name by using the cursor buttons: Press X/x to select a character, then press c to move the cursor to the next position. If you make a mistake Press C/c repeatedly until the character to be changed flashes, then press X/x to select the desired character.

  • Page 70: Changing The Brightness Of The Front Panel Display

    Changing the Brightness of the Front Panel Display You can change the brightness of the front panel display by two steps. C/X/x/c/ ENTER With cover opened. Press AMP MENU. Press repeatedly until “CUSTOMIZE” panel display, then press ENTER or c. The system enters the Customize Menu mode.

  • 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- 78.

  • 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

    Notes • If your TV accepts progressive signals, connect COMPONENT VIDEO OUT of the system to the TV using a component video cord (not supplied), and set progressive format. • When [PROGRESSIVE] is selected in [SCREEN SETUP], no signal is output from the MONITOR OUT jacks.
  • Page 75 x TRACK SELECTION (DVD only) Gives the sound track having the highest number of channels priority when you play a DVD on which multiple audio formats (PCM, MPEG audio, DTS, or Dolby Digital format) are recorded. No priority given. AUTO Priority given.

  • Page 76: Settings For The Speakers

    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. Then use the test tone to adjust the level and the balance of the speakers to the same level.
  • Page 77 Be sure to change the value in the Setup Display when you move the speakers. FRONT Front speaker distance from the 1.6 m* listening position can be set in 0.2 meter increments from 1.0 to 7.0 meters. CENTER Center speaker distance can be moved 1.6 m* up to 1.6 meters closer to the listening (appears when...

  • Page 78: Test Tone

    x BALANCE You can vary the balance of the left and right speakers as follows. Be sure to set [TEST TONE] to [ON] for easy adjustment. FRONT Adjusts the balance between the front (CENTER) left and right speakers. The center position is shown as “---.”...
  • Page 79 Setting the speakers by using the front panel display on the system You can set the speakers by using the AMP menu that is displayed in the front panel display. AMP menu list SP SETUP CENTER SP CENTER Y CENTER N SURR Y SURR SP SURR N...
  • Page 80 xSP SETUP CENTER SP CENTER Y: Select this if you (center use a center speaker. speaker) CENTER N: Select this if no center speaker is used. SURR SP SURR Y: Select this if you (surround use surround speakers. speakers) SURR N: Select this if no surround speaker is used.

  • Page 81: Quick Setup And Resetting The System

    xCUSTOMIZE DUAL MONO MAIN (dual mono) MAIN+SUB MAIN/SUB For details, see “Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound (DUAL MONO)” on page 65. SB DEC SB MATRIX (surround SB AUTO back SB OFF decoding) For details, see “Selecting the Surround Back Decoding Mode” on page 51. DIMMER DIM OFF (dimmer)

  • Page 82: 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 83 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 away from your TV set or a fluorescent light.
  • Page 84 • 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. “C-32” appears in the front panel display. • Turn the power off and then on again by pressing...

  • Page 85: Specifications

    [/1 on the system, then perform “On moving the system” (page 3). If “CANNOT LOCK” still 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 86 Tuner section System FM tuner section Tuning range Antenna (aerial) Antenna (aerial) terminals Intermediate frequency AM tuner section Tuning range Middle Easten models: Other models: Antenna (aerial) Intermediate frequency Video section Outputs Speakers Front Speaker system Speaker unit Rated impedance Dimensions (approx.) Mass (approx.) Center...

  • Page 87: Glossary

    Digital Cinema Sound (DCS) This is the generic name of the surround sound produced by digital signal processing technology developed by Sony. Unlike previous surround sound fields mainly directed at the reproduction of music, Digital Cinema Sound is designed specifically for the enjoyment of movies.
  • Page 88 A disc that contains up to 8 hours of moving pictures even though its diameter is the same as a CD. The data capacity of a single-layer and single- sided DVD, at 4.7 GB (Giga Byte), is 7 times that of a CD. Furthermore, the data capacity of a dual-layer and single-sided DVD is 8.5 GB, a single-layer and double-sided DVD 9.4 GB, and a dual-layer and double-sided DVD 17 GB.
  • Page 89 Region Code This system is used to protect copyrights. A region number is allocated on each DVD system or DVD disc according to the sales region. Each region code is shown on the system as well as on the disc packaging. The system can play the discs that match its region code.

  • Page 90: Index To Parts And Controls

    Index to Parts and Controls For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. Front Panel A [/1 (power) switch/STANDBY indicator (26) B Disc slot (26) (remote sensor) (11) D Front panel display (91) E PHONES (on the side of the system) jack (26) F VOLUME +/–...

  • Page 91: Front Panel Display

    Front Panel Display When playing back a DVD Current mode Playing status TITLE REP 1 Current title number When playing back a Super Audio CD, CD, VIDEO CD (without PBC functions), or MP3 Playing status Current mode Current track number SHUF REP 1 SA–...
  • Page 92 When playing back a JPEG file Current file Playing status number JPEG...
  • Page 93 Rear Panel A SPEAKER jacks (13) B SURROUND BACK jack (15) C VIDEO AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks (19) D COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (19) E SAT OPTICAL DIGITAL IN jack (20) VIDEO S VIDEO SPEAKER (DVD ONLY) AUDIO IN FRONT R CENTER FRONT L WOOFER...
  • Page 94 P ENTER Q TUNER MENU (66, 68) R TV [/1 (on/standby) (61) S "/1 (standby) (23, 26, 67) T SONY TV DIRECT (63) U TUNER/BAND (66, 67, 68) V FUNCTION (26, 65, 67, 68) W m/M/ SLOW, TUNING –/+ (33,...

  • Page 95: 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 96: 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 (Selects the language you want to use from the displayed language list.) DVD MENU (Selects the language you want to use from the...
  • Page 97 SPEAKER SETUP SIZE FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURROUND BACK SUBWOOFER DISTANCE FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURROUND BACK LEVEL CENTER SURROUND LEFT SURROUND RIGHT SURROUND BACK SUBWOOFER BALANCE FRONT TEST TONE * The setting range changes depending on the front speaker setting (page 76). SETUP QUICK RESET...

  • Page 98: Amp Menu List

    AMP Menu List You can set the following items with AMP MENU on the remote. SP SETUP CENTER SP CENTER Y CENTER N SURR SP SURR Y SURR N SURR B SP SURR B N SURR B Y F DIST 1.0m - 7.0m 1.0m - 7.0m* CEN DIST...

  • Page 99: Index

    Index Numerics 16:9 72 4:3 LETTER BOX 72 4:3 PAN SCAN 72 ALBUM 31, 39 Album 6, 87 ANGLE 54 Antenna (aerial) Hookups 17 AUDIO 45, 72 AUDIO DRC 75 BACKGROUND 73 BALANCE 78 Batteries 11 CHAPTER 40 Chapter 6, 87 COMPONENT OUT 73 Continuous play CD/VIDEO CD/Super Audio...

  • Page 100: 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 Ejects the disc. B Switches the item displayed on the front panel display.

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