Sony DAV-DZ230 Operating Instructions Manual

Sony DAV-DZ230 Operating Instructions Manual

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3-095-059-12(1)
DVD Home Theatre
System
Operating Instructions
DAV-DZ230/DZ231
©2007 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 3-095-059-12(1) DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions DAV-DZ230/DZ231 ©2007 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 ... 6 Getting Started – BASIC – Step 1: Connecting the System and TV ... 9 Step 2: Positioning the System... 13 Step 3: Performing the Quick Setup...
  • Page 4 Advanced Settings and Adjustments Locking Discs ... 59 (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL) Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Room ... 62 (SPEAKER FORMATION) Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically ... 64 (AUTO CALIBRATION) Using the Setup Display... 66 Setting the Display or Sound Track Language ...
  • Page 5: About This Manual

    • The instructions in this manual are for DAV- DZ230 and DAV-DZ231. DAV-DZ230 is the model used for illustration purposes. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “DAV-DZ230 only.”...
  • Page 6: This System Can Play The Following Discs

    This System Can Play the Following Discs Format of discs DVD VIDEO DVD-RW/ DVD-R DVD+RW/ DVD+R VIDEO CD (Ver. 1.1 and 2.0 discs)/ Audio CD CD-RW/CD-R (audio data) (MP3 files) (JPEG files) “DVD-RW,” “DVD+RW,” “DVD+R,” “DVD VIDEO,” and the “CD” logos are trademarks. Note about CDs/DVDs The system can play CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD- RWs recorded in the following formats:...
  • Page 7 view the disc by normal playback. Also some DATA CDs/DATA DVDs created in Packet Write format cannot be played. Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies This product is designed to play back discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, various music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies are marketed by some record companies.
  • Page 8: Getting Started - Basic

    Getting Started – BASIC – See Unpacking in Specifications, page 81. 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. To use the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the unit.
  • Page 9: Step 1: Connecting The System And Tv

    Step 1: Connecting the System and TV The following is the basic connection of the unit to the speakers and TV. For other TV connections, see page 19. For other component connection, see page 21. Refer to the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from 1 to 4 on the following pages.
  • Page 10: 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. To the SPEAKER jack 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 11: Connecting The Tv

    2 Connecting the TV Required cords 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 unit. When you connect using the SCART (EURO AV) cord, check that the TV conforms to S video or RGB signals.
  • Page 12 Note • Do not place the AM loop antenna (aerial) near the unit or other AV equipment, as noise may result. • Adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna (aerial) for best AM broadcast sound. Make sure the AM loop antenna (aerial) is connected firmly by pulling softly. To connect the FM wire antenna (aerial) Connect the FM wire antenna (aerial) to the COAXIAL FM 75 Ω...
  • Page 13: Step 2: Positioning The System

    Step 2: Positioning the System Positioning the speakers For the best possible surround sound, all the speakers other than the subwoofer should be placed at the same distance from the listening position (A). However, this system allows you to place the center speaker up to 1.6 meters (5 ft) closer (B) and the surround speakers up to 5.0 meters (16 ft) closer (C) to the listening position.
  • Page 14: Step 3: Performing The Quick Setup

    Step 3: 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. Note • Disconnect the headphones when you perform the Quick Setup. You cannot operate steps after 11 with the headphones connected.
  • Page 15: To Recall Quick Setup Display

    Press Connect the calibration mic to the A.CAL MIC jack on the front panel and press X/x to select [YES]. Set up the calibration mic at the ear level using a tripod, etc. (not supplied). The front of each speaker should face the calibration mic, and there should be no obstruction between the speakers and the calibration mic.
  • Page 16 1 2 ( 2 7 ) 1 8 ( 3 4 ) DVD VIDEO 0 : 0 0 : 0 2 QUICK QUICK CUSTOM RESET Press X/x to select [QUICK], then press The Quick Setup display appears. Selecting the output method for video signals Selects the output method for video signals from the EURO AV T OUTPUT (TO TV) jack on...
  • Page 17: 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 unit, the demonstration does not turn off.
  • Page 18: Installing The Speakers 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 19: Connecting The Tv (Advanced)

    Connecting the TV (Advanced) Sends the played back DVD image to the connected TV. Check the jacks of your TV, and choose connection method A or B. Picture quality improves in order from A (standard) to B (HDMI). SPEAKER FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SPEAKER...
  • Page 20 To connect to a TV with the HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface)/DVI (digital visual interface) IN jack Use a certified HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) cord (not supplied) to enjoy high quality digital picture and sound through the HDMI OUT (high-definition multimedia interface out) jack. To connect to a TV with DVI (digital visual interface) input Use an HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface)-DVI (digital visual interface) converter cord (not supplied) with an HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface)-DVI (digital visual interface) adaptor...
  • Page 21: Connecting Other Components

    Connecting Other Components You can enjoy sound using the speakers of this system by connecting the AUDIO OUT jacks of another component. FRONT R SPEAKER CENTER WOOFER To connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter Connect a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (not supplied) to the DMPORT jack. For details of the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, see “Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter”...
  • Page 22: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Playing Discs "/1 FUNCTION Disc tray Depending on the DVD VIDEO or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your disc. Turn on your TV. Switch the input selector on the TV to this system.
  • Page 23: Enjoying The Radio Or Other Components

    Additional operations Press Stop Pause X or H Resume play after pause > (except for JPEG) Go to the next chapter, track, or scene Go back to the preceding . (except for JPEG) chapter, track, or scene Turn off the sound MUTING.
  • Page 24: Enjoying Tv Sound From All Speakers

    Press SYSTEM MENU. Press X/x repeatedly until “ATTENUATE” appears in the front panel display, then press Press X/x to select a setting. The default setting is underlined. • “ATT ON”: attenuates the input level. The output level is changed. • “ATT OFF”: normal input level. Press The setting is made.
  • Page 25: 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 26: Sound Adjustments

    Sound Adjustments Enjoying Surround Sound by Using Sound Field You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the system’s pre- programmed sound fields. They bring exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters into your home. SOUND FIELD Press SOUND FIELD.
  • Page 27 • When the bilingual broadcast sound is input, Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE/MUSIC are not effective. Using only the front speaker and subwoofer x 2 CHANNEL STEREO This mode outputs the sound from the front left and right speakers and subwoofer.
  • Page 28: 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 29: 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/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 30: Searching By Scene

    Searching by Scene (Picture Navigation) You can divide the TV screen into 9 subscreens and find the desired scene quickly. Press PICTURE NAVI during playback. The following display appears. CHAPTER VIEWER Press PICTURE NAVI repeatedly to select an item. • [TITLE VIEWER] (DVD VIDEO only) •...
  • Page 31: Creating Your Own Program

    • To play from the beginning of the disc, press x twice, then press H. To enjoy a disc that is played before by resume playback (Multi-disc Resume) (DVD VIDEO, VIDEO CD only) This system stores the point where you stopped the disc for up to 40 discs and resumes playback the next time you insert the same disc.
  • Page 32 Press c. The cursor moves to the track row [T] (in this case, [01]). PROGRAM ALL CLEAR 1. TRACK – – 2. TRACK – – 3. TRACK – – 4. TRACK – – 5. TRACK – – 6. TRACK – – 7.
  • Page 33: Playing In Random Order

    Playing in Random Order (Shuffle Play) You can have the system “shuffle” tracks. Subsequent “shuffling” may produce a different playing order. Note • Same song may be played repeatedly during MP3 playback. Press DISPLAY during playback. The Control Menu display appears. Press X/x to select then press The options for [SHUFFLE] appear.
  • Page 34: (Shuffle Play) Playing Repeatedly

    Playing Repeatedly (Repeat Play) You can play all the titles, tracks or albums on a disc or a single title, chapter, track, or album repeatedly. You can use a combination of Shuffle or Program Play modes. Press DISPLAY during playback. The Control Menu display appears.
  • Page 35: 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.
  • Page 36: Checking The Audio Signal Format

    • [2: MAIN] • [2: SUB] • [2: MAIN+SUB] Note • [2: MAIN], [2: SUB], and [2: MAIN+SUB] do not appear when one audio stream is recorded on the disc. x When playing a VIDEO CD, CD, DATA CD (MP3 audio), or DATA DVD (MP3 audio) The default setting is underlined.
  • Page 37: Selecting [Original] Or [Play List] On A Dvd-R/Dvd-Rw

    x When playing a DATA CD (DivX video) or DATA DVD (DivX video) (except for United Kingdom and North American models) Example: MP3 audio MP3 128k Bit rate About audio signals Audio signals recorded in a disc contain the sound elements (channels) shown below. Each channel is output from a separate speaker.
  • Page 38: 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 VIDEO CD, CD, MP3, or file name of a DivX video* using the front panel display (page 87).
  • Page 39 • T–**:**:** Remaining time of the current title • C **:**:** Playing time of the current chapter • C–**:**:** Remaining time of the current 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) or CD •...
  • Page 40: Changing The Angles

    Checking the date information (JPEG only) You can check the date information during playback when the Exif* tag is recorded in the JPEG image data. Press DISPLAY twice during playback. The Control Menu display appears. 1 ( 8 ) 1 ( 2 0 ) 31/ 01/ 2007 Date information * “Exchangeable Image File Format”...
  • Page 41: Displaying The Subtitles

    Displaying the Subtitles * Except for United Kingdom and North American models. 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 42: About Mp3 Audio Tracks And Jpeg Image Files

    About MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image Files What is MP3/JPEG? MP3 is audio compression technology that satisfies the ISO/MPEG regulations. JPEG is image compression technology. Discs that the system can play You can play back DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD- Rs/CD-RWs) or DATA DVDs (DVD-Rs/DVD- RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs/DVD-ROMs) recorded in MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) or JPEG format.
  • Page 43 Playback order of MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files The playback order of MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files recorded on a DATA CD or DATA DVD is as follows: x Structure of disc contents Tree 1 Tree 2 Tree 3 Tree 4 Track (MP3 audio) or...
  • Page 44: Playing Data Cds Or Data Dvds With

    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 45 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 display 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 46: 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 47: Selecting An Effect For Image Files In The Slide Show

    Press X/x to select a setting. The default setting is underlined. • [NORMAL]: sets the duration to about 6 to 9 seconds. • [FAST]: sets the duration shorter than [NORMAL]. • [SLOW1]: sets the duration longer than [NORMAL]. • [SLOW2]: sets the duration longer than [SLOW1].
  • Page 48: Enjoying Divx® Videos

    Enjoying DivX (Except for United Kingdom and North American models) 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 ®...
  • Page 49 Press H. The system starts playing the selected album. To select DivX video files, see “Selecting a DivX video file” (page 49). To go to the next or previous page Press C/c. To turn off the display Press DVD MENU repeatedly. To stop playback Press x.
  • Page 50: Playing Video Cds With Pbc Functions

    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 51: 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 52: Listening To The Radio

    Listening to the Radio Preset radio stations in the system’s memory first (see “Presetting Radio Stations” (page 51)). Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” appears in the front panel display. The last received station is tuned in. Press PRESET + or –...
  • Page 53: Using The Radio Data System (Rds)

    Create a name by using the cursor buttons. Press X/x to select a character, then press c to move the cursor to the next position. Letters, numbers, and other symbols can be input for a radio station. 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 54: Other Operations

    Other Operations Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote You can control your TV (Sony only) with the supplied remote. Controlling TVs with the remote You can control the TV by using following buttons. By pressing You can TV [/1 Turn the TV on or off.
  • Page 55: 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 unit is too far, this function may not work. Install the unit near the TV.
  • Page 56: 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 1 or 10-minutes increments. Press SYSTEM MENU. Press X/x repeatedly until “SLEEP” appears in the front panel display, then or c.
  • Page 57: Using The Digital Media Port Adapter

    Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) adapter is for enjoying sound from a portable audio source or computer. By connecting a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, you can enjoy sound from the connected component on the system. Available DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters vary in each area.
  • Page 58: Deactivating The Buttons On The Unit

    Deactivating the Buttons on the Unit (Child Lock) You can deactivate the buttons on the unit (except for "/1) for preventing misoperation, such as child mischief (child lock function). When the child lock function is activated, the buttons on the unit are locked and “ up in the front panel display.
  • Page 59: Advanced Settings And Adjustments

    Advanced Settings and Adjustments Locking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL) You can set two 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 60 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 61 Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press The display for setting the playback limitation level appears. PARENTAL CONTROL LEVEL: STANDARD: Press X/x to select [STANDARD], then press The selection items for [STANDARD] are displayed. PARENTAL CONTROL LEVEL: STANDARD: OTHERS...
  • Page 62: Getting Optimal Surround Sound For A Room

    Changing the password Press DISPLAY while the system is in stop mode. The Control Menu display 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 63 Press C/c to select a setting. • [STANDARD]: when installing all the speakers normally. • [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.
  • Page 64: Calibrating The Appropriate Settings

    SPEAKER FORMATION Continue with AUTO CALIBRATION? Note • In order to enjoy the surround sound after you change the position of the speakers, it is recommended you set [SPEAKER FORMATION], and then set [AUTO CALIBRATION]. • To set [AUTO CALIBRATION], you need to connect the supplied calibration mic.
  • Page 65 face the calibration mic, and there should be no obstruction between the speakers and the calibration mic. Be quiet during the measurement. AUDIO IN / A.CAL MIC Calibration mic Press X/x to select [YES], then press Calibration starts. Measuring. Please wait a moment. Note •...
  • Page 66: Using The Setup Display

    Note • While the Auto Calibration function works: – do not turn off the power. – do not press any button. – do not change the volume. – do not change the function. – do not change the disc. – do not insert or eject a disc. –...
  • Page 67 Press X/x to select the setup item from the displayed list: [LANGUAGE SETUP], [SCREEN SETUP], [CUSTOM SETUP], or [SPEAKER SETUP]. Then press The Setup item is selected. Example: [SCREEN SETUP] Selected item SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND: JACKET PICTURE 4:3 OUTPUT: Setup items Select an item using X/x, then press...
  • Page 68: 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, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 66). LANGUAGE SETUP OSD: MENU:...
  • Page 69: F Hdmi Out Jack

    [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 [YC /RGB (HDMI)] Selects the type of HDMI signal output from HDMI OUT jack.
  • Page 70: [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. For details, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 66). The default settings are underlined. CUSTOM SETUP HDMI CONTROL: PAUSE MODE: TRACK SELECTION: MULTI-DISC RESUME: AUDIO DRC:...
  • Page 71: Settings For The Speakers

    x [AUDIO (HDMI)] Selects the audio output status from the HDMI OUT jack. [OFF] The sound is not output from the HDMI OUT jack. [ON] Outputs audio signals by converting Dolby Digital, DTS, or 96 kHz/24 bit PCM signals to 48 kHz/ 16 bit PCM.
  • Page 72 Note • When you change the [CONNECTION] setting, the [SPEAKER FORMATION] setting returns to [STANDARD]. x [DISTANCE (FRONT)] The default distance setting for the speakers in relation to the listening position is shown below. When you set the distance using the Quick Setup (page 14), the settings is automatically displayed.
  • Page 73: Adjusting The Speaker Level By Using The Test Tone

    [SUBWOOFER] Set this between –6.0 dB and +2.0 dB +6.0 dB. x [LEVEL (SURROUND)] You can vary the level of surround speakers as follows. Be sure to set [TEST TONE] to [ON] for easy adjustment. [L/R] Set this between –6.0 dB and 0.0 dB +6.0 dB.
  • Page 74: 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 unit at the same time. “COLD RESET” appears in the front panel display and the default settings are returned.
  • Page 75: Additional Information

    If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. On cleaning discs, disc/lens cleaners • Do not use cleaning discs or disc/lens cleaners (including wet or spray types).
  • Page 76: Notes About The Discs

    After checking the above items and fixing any problems, turn on the system. If the cause of the problem cannot be found even after checking all the above items, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Picture There is no picture. • The SCART (EURO AV) cord is not connected securely.
  • Page 77 other than the HDMI OUT, and switch the TV’s input to the connected video input so that you can see the on-screen displays. Change the type of video signal output from the HDMI OUT jack, and switch the TV’s input back to HDMI. If the picture still does not appear, repeat the steps and try other options.
  • Page 78 The sound comes from the center speaker only. • Depending on the disc, the sound may come from the center speaker only. No sound is heard from the center speaker. • Check the speaker connections and settings (page 9, 71). •...
  • Page 79 • 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 80: Self-Diagnosis Function

    [VER.X.XX] (X is a number) may appear on the TV screen. Although this is not a malfunction and for Sony service use only, normal system operation will not be possible. Turn off the system, and then turn on the system again to operate.
  • Page 81: (When Letters/Numbers Appear In The Display) Specifications

    Specifications Amplifier section Stereo mode (rated) 108 W + 108 W (at 3 ohms, 1 kHz, 1 % THD) Surround mode (reference) RMS output power FL/FR/C/SL/SR*: 142 watts (per channel at 3 ohms, 1 kHz, 10 % THD) Subwoofer*: 140 watts (at 3 ohms, 80 Hz, 10 % THD) * Depending on the sound field settings and the source, there may be no sound output.
  • Page 82: 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. ®...
  • Page 83 x Music mode The Music mode is for use with any stereo music recordings, and provides a wide and deep sound space. Dolby Surround Pro Logic As one method of decoding Dolby Surround, Dolby Surround Pro Logic produces four channels from 2 channel sound. Compared with the former Dolby Surround system, Dolby Surround Pro Logic reproduces left-to-right panning more naturally and localizes sounds...
  • Page 84 Multilingual function Several languages for the sound or subtitles in a picture are recorded on some DVDs. Parental Control A function of the DVD to limit playback of the disc by the age of the users according to the limitation level in each country. The limitation varies from disc to disc;...
  • Page 85: Language Code List

    Language Code List The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard. Code Language Code Language 1027 Afar 1183 Irish 1028 Abkhazian 1186 Scots Gaelic 1032 Afrikaans 1194 Galician 1039 Amharic 1196 Guarani 1044 Arabic 1203 Gujarati 1045 Assamese 1209 Hausa 1051 Aymara 1217 Hindi...
  • Page 86: 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) (22) B A (open/close) (22) C Disc operation (22) D FUNCTION (22) E Front panel display (87) (remote sensor) (8) Rear panel SPEAKER CENTER...
  • Page 87 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. (19) B Lights up when the time information of a title or chapter appears in the front panel display.
  • Page 88: Guide To The Control Menu Display

    Guide to the Control Menu Display Use the Control Menu display 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 89 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/CDs, album number for DATA CDs/DATA DVDs.
  • Page 90 [TIME/TEXT] (page 29) Checks the elapsed time and the remaining playback time. Input the time code for picture and music searching. Displays the DVD/CD text or the MP3 track name. [SPEAKER FORMATION] (pages 62, 64) Sets the speaker formation./Adjust the level of each speaker automatically. [PROGRAM] (page 31) Selects the track to play in the order you want.
  • Page 91: 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 /RGB (HDMI) SCREEN SAVER...
  • Page 92: System Menu List

    System Menu List You can set the following items with SYSTEM MENU on the remote. System menu MEMORY FM MODE NAME IN SLEEP DIMMER DEMO ATTENUATE CHILD LOCK Appears during “TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” only. Appears during “TUNER FM” only. “ATTENUATE”...
  • Page 93: Index

    Index Numerics 16:9 68 4:3 LETTER BOX 68 4:3 PAN SCAN 68 5.1 Channel Surround 36 A/V SYNC 41 ALBUM 29 Album 82 ANGLE 40 ATTENUATE 24 AUDIO 68 AUDIO (HDMI) 71 AUDIO DRC 70 Auto Calibration 64, 82 BACKGROUND 69 Batteries 8 CHAPTER 29 Chapter 82...
  • Page 94 Scan 28 SCENE 29 Scene 84 SCREEN SAVER 69 SCREEN SETUP 68 Searching 28 Selecting 25 SETUP 66 Setup Display 66, 91 Shuffle Play 33 SLEEP 56 Slide Show 46 Slow-motion Play 28 Sound Field 26 SPEAKER FORMATION 62 SPEAKER SETUP 71 CONNECTION 71 DISTANCE 72 LEVEL 72, 73...
  • Page 95: Remote Control

    Remote control ALPHABETICAL ORDER A – O ANGLE 5 (40) AUDIO 4 (35) CLEAR ef (29, 54, 67) D.TUNING wf (52) DISC SKIP* eg DISPLAY 2 (38, 53) DVD MENU wh (35, 48, 54) DVD TOP MENU qf (35) DYNAMIC BASS wd (55) ENTER wg (54) FUNCTION ws (22, 23, 30, 51, MOVIE/MUSIC qj (25)
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