Sony DAV-IS10 Operating Instructions Manual

Sony DAV-IS10 Operating Instructions Manual

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3-212-589-12(1)
DVD Home Theatre System
Operating Instructions
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©2007 Sony Corporation
Sony Corporation
http://www.sony.net/
Printed in Malaysia

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  • Page 1 3-212-589-12(1) DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions ©2007 Sony Corporation Sony Corporation http://www.sony.net/ Printed in Malaysia...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    The model and serial numbers are located at the bottom exterior of the control unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DAV-IS10 Serial No.______________...
  • Page 3: Welcome

    • Install this system so that the AC power cord (mains lead) can be unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the event of trouble. 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 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Welcome!... 3 About This Manual ... 6 This System Can Play the Following Discs ... 6 Getting Started – BASIC – Step 1: Positioning the Speakers... 10 Step 2: Connecting the System ... 13 Step 3: Connecting the TV... 18 Step 4: Performing the Quick Setup ...
  • Page 5 Tuner Functions Presetting Radio Stations ... 70 Listening to the Radio... 71 Other Operations Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote... 73 Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound ... 75 (DUAL MONO) Enjoying the Sound at Low Volume... 75 (NIGHT MODE) Using the Sleep Timer ... 76 Changing the Brightness of the Front Panel Display ...
  • 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 control unit 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 7 Note about CDs/DVDs The system can play CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD- RWs recorded in the following formats: – audio CD format – video CD format – MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image 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:...
  • Page 8 Note on DualDiscs A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with digital audio material on the other side. However, since the audio material side does not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, playback on this product is not guaranteed.
  • Page 9: Getting Started - Basic

    Getting Started – BASIC – Unpacking • Control unit (1) • Speakers (5) • Subwoofer (1) • AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Video Cord (1) • Remote Commander (remote) (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) •...
  • Page 10: Step 1: Positioning The Speakers

    Step 1: 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 (1). It is recommended that the subwoofer should be placed (2). Place speakers and subwoofer as illustrated below.
  • Page 11 • Do not place objects on the top of the subwoofer where the speaker unit is installed. • Do not place the subwoofer under a desk or in a cabinet, etc. • Do not place the subwoofer back of the obstruction, such as TV, etc.
  • Page 12 Note on handling the subwoofer • Do not place your hand into the slit of the subwoofer when lifting it. The speaker driver may be damaged. When lifting, hold the bottom of the subwoofer. • Do not push the top of the subwoofer where the speaker unit is installed.
  • Page 13: Step 2: Connecting The System

    Step 2: Connecting the System The following is the basic connection of the system. Refer to the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from 1 to 4 on the following pages. 2 Front speaker (L) 3 AM loop antenna (aerial) 3 FM wire antenna (aerial)
  • Page 14 1 Connecting the Control unit Connect the system connector of the control unit to the SYSTEM CONTROL jack of the subwoofer. Insert the plug of the SYSTEM CONTROL cord, then secure the screws of the plug. Bottom of the subwoofer Rear of the control unit SYSTEM CONTROL ONLY FOR HCD-IS10...
  • Page 15: Connecting The Speakers

    2 Connecting the Speakers Connect the connectors of the speaker cords to their corresponding SPEAKER jacks. The connectors of the speaker cords are the same color as the jacks to be connected. Front speaker (R) Subwoofer 3 Connecting the Antenna (Aerial) To connect the AM loop antenna (aerial) The shape and the length of the antenna (aerial) is designed to receive AM signals.
  • Page 16 Connect the cords to the AM antenna (aerial) terminals. The cords can be connected to either terminal. Insert the cords pushing down the terminal clamp. Note • Do not place the AM loop antenna (aerial) near the system or other AV equipment, as noise may result. •...
  • Page 17 4 Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) Before connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) of the subwoofer to a wall outlet (mains), connect all the speakers to the subwoofer (page 15). Note • After connecting the AC power cord (mains lead), wait about 20 seconds before turning on the power by pressing "/1.
  • Page 18: Step 3: Connecting The Tv

    Step 3: Connecting the TV The following is the basic connection of the control unit and TV. For other TV connections, see page 22. For other component connections, see page 25. : Video signal flow : Audio signal flow DMPORT Rear of the control unit Required cords Video cord...
  • Page 19: 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. The system turns on. Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the system appears on the TV screen.
  • Page 20 Connect the calibration mic to the ECM-AC2 jack on the rear of the control unit, and set it up 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 21 To recall the Quick Setup display Press DISPLAY when the system is in stop mode. The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen. Press X/x to select [SETUP], then press The options for [SETUP] appear. 1 2 ( 2 7 ) 1 8 ( 3 4 ) DVD VIDEO 0 : 0 0 : 0 2...
  • Page 22: Getting Started - Advanced

    Getting Started – ADVANCED – Connecting the TV (Advanced) Connecting the TV with the video cord/component video cord/ HDMI cable Sends the played back DVD image to the connected 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 23 To connect to a TV with the VIDEO IN jack Connect the video cord. To connect to a TV with the COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks Connect a component video cord (not supplied). To use the VIDEO OUT (COMPONENT) jacks (Y, ) instead of the video jacks, your TV monitor must be equipped with COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks (Y, P connection and set the output channel of the system to progressive format (this system is compatible...
  • Page 24 Connecting the TV with the digital optical cord A TV with a digital optical out jack (TV with built-in digital satellite receiver, etc.) can be connected to the TV (DIGITAL IN OPTICAL) jack instead of the TV (AUDIO IN) jacks on the rear of the control unit.
  • Page 25: Connecting Other Components

    Connecting Other Components You can enjoy other components. Connecting the system and the other component Outputs the other component through the speakers of this system. Rear of the control unit DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter : Signal flow Note • Do not connect or disconnect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to/from the control unit while the system is turned on.
  • Page 26 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 78). If you connect a digital satellite receiver with a DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) jack A digital satellite receiver can be connected to the SAT/CABLE (DIGITAL IN COAXIAL) or TV (DIGITAL IN OPTICAL) jack.
  • Page 27: Installing The Speakers On A Wall

    Installing the Speakers on a Wall You can use the speakers installed on a wall. Installing the speakers on a wall Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the holes of the bracket. Secure the bracket to the wall using hole 1. •...
  • Page 28 Push A with the supplied wrench (1), and then remove the speaker cords (2). Thread the speaker cords through hole 3. Reconnect the detached speaker cords, matching 3/# to the appropriate speaker terminals (1), and then push the lever down completely (2). •...
  • Page 29 • 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 30: To Avoid Short-Circuiting The Speakers

    • You can remove the speaker cords from the connector. With the catch facing down, press and hold the connector down against a flat surface (1) and remove the speaker cords from the connector (2). To avoid short-circuiting the speakers Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage the system.
  • Page 31: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations 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. Soft-touch buttons FUNCTION "/1 Disc slot Note • Soft-touch buttons function by touching lightly. Do not press them strongly.
  • Page 32 Turn on your TV. Switch the input selector on the TV to this system. Press "/1. The system turns on. Unless the mode of the system is set to “DVD,” press FUNCTION on the remote or FUNCTION (soft-touch button) on the control unit to select “DVD.” “No Disc”...
  • Page 33: Additional Operations

    To save the power in standby mode Press "/1 while the system turns on. To cancel standby mode, press "/1 once. Note • When the system is turned off, do not push a disc into the control unit. Additional operations Press Stop Pause...
  • Page 34: Enjoying The Radio Or Other Components

    Enjoying the Radio or Other Components Selecting the connected component You can use a TV, VCR, or other components connected to the TV or SAT/CABLE jacks on the rear of the control unit. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the components for further information.
  • Page 35: Changing The Input Level Of The Sound From Connected Components

    Changing the input level of the sound from connected components Distortion may occur when listening to a component connected to the TV (AUDIO IN) jacks on the rear of the control unit. This is not a malfunction and will depend on the component connected. To prevent this, you can change the input level from the sound of the other components.
  • Page 36: Enjoying Tv Or Vcr Sound From All Speakers

    Enjoying TV or VCR Sound from All Speakers You can enjoy TV or VCR sound from all the speakers in this system. For details, see “Step 3: Connecting the TV” (page 18), “Connecting the TV (Advanced)” (page 22), and “Connecting Other Components” (page 25). Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “TV”...
  • Page 37: Selecting The Movie Or Music Mode

    Selecting the Movie or Music Mode You can choose a suitable sound mode for movies or music. Press MOVIE/MUSIC during playback. Press MOVIE/MUSIC repeatedly until the mode you want appears in the front panel display. The default setting is underlined. •...
  • Page 38: 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. Press SOUND FIELD. Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly until the sound field you want appears in the front panel display.
  • Page 39: Adjusting The Bass, Middle, And Treble Level

    Enjoying the sound effect x PORTABLE AUDIO ENHANCER This mode reproduces a clear enhanced sound image from your portable audio device. This mode is ideal for MP3 and other compressed music. x OMNI-DIRECTIONAL SOUND This mode reproduces the stereo effect everywhere surrounding by five satellite speakers.
  • Page 40: Using The Hdmi Control Function For 'Bravia' Theatre Sync

    Control) for HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface). The HDMI CONTROL function will not operate in the following cases: • When you connect this system to a component which is not correspond with Sony's HDMI CONTROL function. • When you connect the control unit and components using other than the HDMI connection.
  • Page 41: Preparing For The Hdmi Control Function

    Preparing for the HDMI CONTROL function To use the HDMI CONTROL function, set up the system and the TV. Before you use the HDMI CONTROL function, be sure you have performed the following procedures. Make sure that the control unit is connected to the TV (compatible with HDMI CONTROL function) via the HDMI connection.
  • Page 42 Press X/x to select The options for [SETUP] appear. 1 2 ( 2 7 ) 1 8 ( 3 4 ) DVD VIDEO 0 : 0 0 : 0 2 QUICK QUICK CUSTOM RESET Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then press The Setup Display appears.
  • Page 43: Watching Dvd By A Single Button Press

    Watching DVD by a Single Button Press (One-Touch Play) Simply pressing by H (one-touch) on the remote, the system and the components with the HDMI connections turn on simultaneously, and then DVD playback starts automatically. Check the HDMI connections of the respective component and make sure [HDMI CONTROL] is set to [ON] (page 41).
  • Page 44: Enjoying The Tv Sound From The Speakers In This System

    Enjoying the TV Sound from the Speakers in this System (System Audio Control) You can enjoy the TV sound from the speakers of this system by a simple operation. To use System Audio Control, connect the control unit and the TV with an audio cord (not supplied) (A) and an HDMI cable (not supplied) (B).
  • Page 45: Turning Off The System With The Tv

    Turning off the System with the TV (System Power Off) When you turn off the TV using the power button on the TV’s remote, this system also turns off automatically. To use System Power Off, connect the control unit and the TV with an HDMI cable (not supplied) and an audio cord (not supplied).
  • Page 46: Enjoying Stb (Set Top Box) Digital Sound Or Digital Satellite Receiver Sound From The System

    Enjoying STB (Set Top Box) Digital Sound or Digital Satellite Receiver Sound from the System (STB SYNCHRO) You can enjoy digital sound and images of STB or a digital satellite receiver. Sound is output from the speakers of this system. Images of STB or a digital satellite receiver are output from the TV by the HDMI connection (HDMI 1 shown below).
  • Page 47: Stb Synchro

    Press X/x to select [STB SYNCHRO], then press Press X/x to select [ON]. The default setting is underlined. • [ON]: sets the [STB SYNCHRO] function to on. • [OFF]: sets the [STB SYNCHRO] function to off. Press [DIGITAL IN] setting is selected automatically. CUSTOM SETUP HDMI CONTROL: STB SYNCHRO:...
  • Page 48: 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/VIDEO CD, you may not be able to do some of the operations described.
  • Page 49: 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 50: Searching By Scene

    Input the time code using the number buttons, then press For example, to find the scene at 2 hours, 10 minutes, and 20 seconds after the beginning, just enter “21020.” • When the Control Menu display is turned off, you can search for a chapter (DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/DVD- RW) or track (VIDEO CD/CD) by pressing the number buttons and...
  • Page 51: (Picture Navigation) Resuming Playback From The Point Where You Stopped The Disc

    Press The first scene of each title, chapter, or track appears as follows. Press C/X/x/c to select a title, chapter, or track, and press The system starts playback from the selected scene. To return to normal play during setting Press O RETURN. Note •...
  • Page 52: Creating Your Own Program

    To enjoy a disc that is played before by resume playback (Multi-disc Resume) (DVD VIDEO, VIDEO CD only) This system recalls the point where you stopped the disc the last time it was played and resumes playback from that point the next time you insert the same disc.
  • Page 53 Press X/x to select [SET press [TRACK] is displayed when you play a VIDEO CD or CD. PROGRAM 0:00:00 ALL CLEAR – – 1. TRACK 2. TRACK – – 3. TRACK – – 4. TRACK – – 5. TRACK – – 6.
  • Page 54: 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. X/x, Note • Same song may be played repeatedly during MP3 playback. Press DISPLAY during playback. The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.
  • Page 55: (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. X/x, REPEAT Press DISPLAY during playback. The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.
  • Page 56: 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 57: Checking The Audio Signal Format

    When four digits are displayed, they indicate a language code. Refer to “Language Code List” (page 107) to see which language the code represents. When the same language is displayed two or more times, the DVD VIDEO is recorded in multiple audio formats.
  • Page 58: Selecting [Original] Or [Play List] On A Dvd-R/Dvd-Rw

    About audio signals Audio signals recorded in a disc contain the sound elements (channels) shown below. Each channel is output from a separate speaker. • Front (L) • Front (R) • Center • Surround (L) • Surround (R) • Surround (Monaural): This signal can be either Dolby Surround Sound processed signals or Dolby Digital sound’s monaural Surround audio signals.
  • Page 59: Viewing Information About The Disc

    Press X/x to select a setting. The default setting is underlined. • [PLAY LIST]: plays the titles created from [ORIGINAL] for editing. • [ORIGINAL]: plays the titles originally recorded. Press 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...
  • Page 60 5 Disc name 6 Title and chapter When playing a VIDEO CD (without PBC functions) or CD 1 Playing time and number of the current track 2 Remaining time and number of the current track 3 Playing time of the disc 4 Remaining time of the disc 5 Disc name 6 Track and index*...
  • Page 61 Checking the play information of the disc To check DVD/CD text Press DISPLAY repeatedly in Step 2 to display text recorded on the DVD/CD. The DVD/CD text appears on the TV screen only when text is recorded in the disc. You cannot change the text.
  • Page 62: 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. With the cover opened. 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 63: Adjusting The Delay Between The Picture And Sound

    Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture and Sound (A/V SYNC) When the sound does not match the pictures on the TV screen, you can adjust the delay between the picture and sound. X/x/c, With the cover opened. Press SYSTEM MENU. Press X/x repeatedly until “A/V SYNC”...
  • Page 64 • that have the extension “.MP3” (MP3 audio track) or “.JPG”/“.JPEG” (JPEG image file) • that 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 65: 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 C/X/x/c, PICTURE NAVI With the cover opened. Selecting an MP3 audio track or album Load a DATA CD or DATA DVD. Press DVD MENU. The albums recorded on the DATA CD or DATA DVD appear on the TV screen.
  • Page 66: Selecting A Jpeg Image File Or Album

    Selecting a JPEG image file or album Load a DATA CD or DATA DVD. Press DVD MENU. The albums recorded on the DATA CD or DATA DVD appear on the TV screen. When an album is being played, its title is shaded.
  • Page 67: 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 68: Selecting An Effect For Image Files In The Slide Show

    Specifying the slide show duration (JPEG only) When you play JPEG image files using slide show, you can specify the duration for slides to appear on the screen. Press DISPLAY twice. The Control Menu display for JPEG appears on the TV screen. Press X/x to select [INTERVAL], then press The options for [INTERVAL] appear.
  • Page 69: 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 70: 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. FUNCTION X/x, TUNER MENU With the cover opened. Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM” or “AM” appears in the front panel display.
  • Page 71: Listening To The Radio

    Listening to the Radio Preset radio stations in the system’s memory first (see “Presetting Radio Stations” (page 70)). FUNCTION VOLUME +/– TUNER MENU With the cover opened. Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM” or “AM” appears in the front panel display. The last received station is tuned in.
  • Page 72: Naming Preset Stations

    Naming preset stations You can enter a name for preset stations. These names (for example, “XYZ”) appear in the front panel display when a station is selected. Note that no more than one name can be entered for each preset station. Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM”...
  • Page 73: Controlling The Tv With The Supplied Remote

    RETURN VOLUME +/– 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 74 535, 539, 540, 541, 551 VIDECH 503, 514 WARDS 503, 517, 566 ZENITH 542, 543, 567 CATV Manufacturer Code number SONY 802, 821, 822, 823, 824, 825, AMSTRAD 845, 846 BSKYB GRUNDIG 859, 860 HAMLIN/REGAL 836, 837, 838, 839, 840 HUMAX...
  • Page 75: Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound

    Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound (DUAL MONO) You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when the system receive the Dolby Digital multiplex broadcast signal. Note • To receive the Dolby Digital signal, you need to connect a digital satellite receiver to the control unit with an optical or coaxial digital cord (page 25) and set the digital output mode of the digital satellite receiver to Dolby Digital.
  • Page 76: 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. SLEEP Press SLEEP. Each time you press this button, the minute display (the remaining time) changes in the front panel display as follows: SLEEP OFF t SLEEP 90M t SLEEP 80M...
  • Page 77: Changing The Display Mode

    Changing the Display Mode (INFORMATION MODE) You can change the displayed information in the front panel display. X/x/c, With the cover opened. Press SYSTEM MENU. Press X/x repeatedly until “INFO MODE” appears in the front panel display, then press or c. Press X/x to select a setting.
  • Page 78: (Illumination Mode) Using The Digital Media Port Adapter

    • Even if “SIMPLE” mode is set, only N on the top of the control unit lights up during playback. Note • When the soft-touch buttons turn off in “SIMPLE” mode, first touch the soft-touch button area so that the soft-touch buttons light up, then operate the system with them.
  • Page 79 Start playback of the connected component. The sound and images from the connected component are played on the system or connected TV. For operation details, see the operating instructions of the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (not supplied). • When listening to MP3 or other compressed music using a portable audio source, you can enhance the sound.
  • Page 80: 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 81: Custom Parental

    Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press [Custom parental control is set.] appears and the TV screen returns to the Control Menu display. To turn off the Custom Parental Control function Follow steps 1 through 3 of “Preventing playback of specific discs [CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL].”...
  • Page 82: Control

    x When you have already registered a password The display for entering the password appears. PARENTAL CONTROL Enter password, then press 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:...
  • Page 83: Calibrating The Appropriate Settings Automatically

    Note • When you play discs which do not have the Parental Control function, playback cannot be limited on this system. • Depending on the disc, you may be asked to change the parental control level while playing the disc. In this case, enter your password, then change the level.
  • Page 84 Connect the calibration mic to the ECM-AC2 jack on the rear of the control unit, and set it up 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 85: Auto Calibration

    The calibration mic or system may be damaged. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Front speakers are not connected. Check that the front speakers are connected properly (page 13).
  • Page 86: 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 116. Displayed items differ depending on the country model. FUNCTION X/x, Note...
  • Page 87: Setting The Display Or Sound Track Language

    Select a setting using X/x, then press The setting is selected and setup is complete. SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: 4:3 LETTER BOX /RGB (HDMI): SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND: JACKET PICTURE BLACK LEVEL: BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT) 4:3 OUTPUT: Selected setting Setting the Display or Sound Track Language [LANGUAGE SETUP] [LANGUAGE SETUP] allows you to set...
  • Page 88: 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. For details, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 86). The default settings are underlined. SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: /RGB (HDMI): SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND:...
  • Page 89: Screen Setup

    x [BLACK LEVEL] Selects the black level (setup level) for the video signal output from the VIDEO OUT (VIDEO) jack. [ON] Sets the black level of the output signal to the standard level. [OFF] Lowers the standard black level. Use this when the picture becomes too white.
  • Page 90 x “INTERLACE” (NORMAL) Select this setting when: – your TV does not accept progressive signals, – the TV is connected to the VIDEO OUT (VIDEO) jack. x “PROGRE” (PROGRESSIVE) Select this setting when: – your TV accepts progressive signals, and, –...
  • Page 91: [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 86). The default settings are underlined. CUSTOM SETUP HDMI CONTROL: STB SYNCHRO: TV OPT, SAT/CABLE COAX DIGITAL IN: PAUSE MODE:...
  • Page 92: Settings For The Speakers

    selects PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital sound, and MPEG audio tracks in this order. x [MULTI-DISC RESUME] (DVD VIDEO/ VIDEO CD only) Switches the Multi-disc Resume setting on or off. [ON] Stores the resume settings in memory. [OFF] Does not store the resume settings in memory.
  • Page 93 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 19), the settings is automatically displayed. Be sure to change the value in the Setup Display when you move the speakers.
  • Page 94: Speaker Setup

    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. (appears when you set [SURROUND] to [YES] in the [CONNECTION] setting.)
  • Page 95: Returning To The Default Settings

    Returning to the Default Settings Returning the sound field settings or radio settings to the default "/1 Turn off the power. Press and hold "/1 on the control unit about 5 seconds. “MEMORY CLR” and “PUSH POWER” appear alternately in the front panel display about 10 seconds.
  • Page 96: Additional Information

    If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. On cleaning discs, disc/lens cleaners • Do not use cleaning discs or disc/lens cleaners (including wet or spray types).
  • Page 97: Notes About The Discs

    Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained.
  • Page 98 return the setting to interlace format (the default setting) (page 89). • Re-connect the connecting cord securely. • The control unit is connected to an input device that is not HDCP (high-bandwidth digital content protection) compliant (“HDMI” does not light up in the front panel display).
  • Page 99 The sound loses stereo effect when you play a VIDEO CD, a CD, or an MP3. • Set the audio setting to [STEREO] by pressing AUDIO (page 56). • Make sure the control unit is connected properly. The surround effect is difficult to hear when you are playing a Dolby Digital, DTS, or MPEG audio sound track.
  • Page 100 • 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 101: Self-Diagnosis Function

    E XX To prevent a malfunction, the system has performed the self- (xx is a number) diagnosis function. ,Contact your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and give the 5- character service number. Example: E 61 10 continued...
  • Page 102: (When Letters/Numbers Appear In The Display) Specifications

    [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 103 DVD system Laser Semiconductor laser (DVD: λ = 645 - 660 nm) (CD: λ = 770 - 800 nm) Emission duration: continuous Signal format system NTSC Tuner section System PLL quartz-locked digital synthesizer FM tuner section Tuning range 87.5 – 108.0 MHz (100 kHz step) Antenna (aerial) FM wire antenna (aerial)
  • Page 104: 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. Dolby Digital This movie theater sound format is more advanced than Dolby Surround Pro Logic.
  • Page 105 File A JPEG image recorded on a DATA CD/DATA DVD. (“File” is an exclusive definition for this system.) A single file consists of a single image or movie. Film based software, Video based software DVDs can be classified as film based or video based software.
  • Page 106 S-master S-master is an all-digital amplifier technology developed by Sony, which effectively minimizes the occurrence of sound fragmentation and jitter, delivering superb dialog clarity and faithful reproduction of the original sound. The compact amplifier section supports a higher power efficiency and improved thermal performance.
  • Page 107: 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 108: Index To Parts And Controls

    Index to Parts and Controls For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. Control unit (front panel) A Soft-touch buttons ( VOLUME –/+) (31) B Remote sensor (9) C Front panel display (110) FUNCTION D [/1 (on/standby) (31) /FUNCTION/ E Disc slot (31) VOLUME...
  • Page 109 Control unit (rear panel) A AM terminals (13) B TV (AUDIO IN) jacks (18) C HDMI OUT jack (22) D ECM-AC2 jack (19, 83) E TV (DIGITAL IN OPTICAL) jack (24) DMPORT F SAT/CABLE (DIGITAL IN COAXIAL) jack (25) G VIDEO OUT (VIDEO) jack (18, 22) H VIDEO OUT (COMPONENT) jacks (22) I Ventilation slots J DMPORT jack (25, 78)
  • Page 110 Front Panel Display About the indications in the front panel display SLEEP NIGHT DIGITAL A Lights up when the sleep timer is set. (76) B Lights up when the night mode is on. (75) C Lights up when a station is received. (Radio only) (70) D Lights up when the time information of a title or chapter appears in the front...
  • Page 111 Subwoofer Bottom of the subwoofer SYSTEM CONTROL ONLY FOR HCD-IS10 SPEAKER ONLY FOR SS-IS10 FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L CENTER A Ventilation slots B SYSTEM CONTROL jack (13) C SPEAKER jacks (13) continued...
  • Page 112: Remote Control

    Remote control With the cover opened. A TV [/1 (on/standby) (74) B TV button/TV mode indicator (74) C Z (eject) (31) D SLEEP (76) E Number buttons F CLEAR (49) -/-- (74) G TONE (39) H FUNCTION (31, 70, 78, 83) I DVD TOP MENU (56) J C/X/x/c, (ENTER)
  • Page 113: 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 114 Control Menu items Selected item Function name of selected Control 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. Displays the index number for VIDEO CDs, MP3 audio track number, or JPEG image file number for DATA CDs/ DATA DVDs.
  • Page 115 [AUTO CALIBRATION] (page 83) Adjust the level of each speaker automatically. [PROGRAM] (page 52) Selects the track to play in the order you want. [SHUFFLE] (page 54) Plays the track in random order. [REPEAT] (page 55) Plays the entire disc (all titles/all tracks/all albums) repeatedly or one title/chapter/track/album repeatedly.
  • Page 116: 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. The default settings are underlined. LANGUAGE SETUP OSD* MENU* AUDIO* SUBTITLE* * Select the language you want to use from the displayed language list. SCREEN SETUP 16:9 TV TYPE...
  • Page 117 CUSTOM SETUP HDMI CONTROL SYNCHRO DIGITAL IN TV t OPT, SAT/CABLE t COAX TV t COAX, SAT/CABLE t OPT PAUSE AUTO MODE FRAME TRACK SELECTION AUTO MULTI-DISC RESUME AUDIO DRC STANDARD AUDIO (HDMI) SPEAKER SETUP CONNECTION FRONT CENTER SURROUND SUBWOOFER DISTANCE (FRONT) CENTER...
  • Page 118: System Menu List

    System Menu List You can set the following items with SYSTEM MENU on the remote. The default settings are underlined. System menu A/V SYNC ATTENUATE* ILLUM MODE INFO MODE * “ATTENUATE” appears only when the function is set to the “TV” function. Tuner Menu List You can set the following items with TUNER MENU on the remote.
  • Page 119: Index

    Index Numerics 16:9 88 4:3 LETTER BOX 88 4:3 OUTPUT 89 4:3 PAN SCAN 88 5.1 Channel Surround 57 A/V SYNC 63 ALBUM 49 Album 104 AM Step 70 ANGLE 62 ATTENUATE 35 AUDIO 87 AUDIO (HDMI) 92 AUDIO DRC 92 Auto Calibration 83, 104 BACKGROUND 88 BASS 39...
  • Page 120 Remote 9, 73, 112 Repeat Play 55 RESET 95 Resume Play 51 Scan 48 SCENE 49 Scene 106 SCREEN SAVER 88 SCREEN SETUP 88 SETUP 86 Setup Display 86, 116 Shuffle Play 54 SLEEP 76 Slide Show 67 Slow-motion Play 48 S-master 106 Soft-touch button 31 Sound Field 38...

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