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3-299-548-41(1)
DVD Home Theatre System
Operating Instructions
(1)
©2008 Sony Corporation
Sony Corporation
http://www.sony.net/
Printed in Malaysia

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  • Page 1 3-299-548-41(1) DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions ©2008 Sony Corporation Sony Corporation http://www.sony.net/ Printed in Malaysia...

  • Page 2: About This Operating Instructions

    Precautions WARNING On power sources • AC power cord must be changed only at a qualified To reduce the risk of fire or electric service shop. shock, do not expose this apparatus to • The unit is not disconnected from the AC power rain or moisture.

  • Page 3: About The S-Air Function

    About the S-AIR function The system is compatible with the S-AIR function, which allows transmission of sound between S-AIR products wirelessly. The following S-AIR products can be used with the system: • Surround amplifier (not supplied): You can enjoy surround speaker sound wirelessly. •...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents About This Operating Instructions..2 Adjusting the Delay Between the About the S-AIR function....... 3 Picture and Sound......48 Playable Discs......... 6 (A/V SYNC) Playing MP3 Files/JPEG Image Getting Started Files ..........49 Step 1: Positioning the Speakers... 11 Playing MP3 Files and JPEG Image Step 2: Connecting the System .....
  • Page 5 Other Operations Additional Information Controlling the TV with the Supplied Precautions..........94 Remote..........73 Notes about the Discs ......95 Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Troubleshooting........96 Sound ..........75 Self-diagnosis Function ...... 103 (DUAL MONO) (When letters/numbers appear in Enjoying the Sound at Low Volume..76 the display) (NIGHT MODE) Specifications........

  • Page 6: Playable Discs

    Playable Discs Type Disc logo Characteristics Icon DVD VIDEO • DVD VIDEO • DVD-R/DVD-RW in DVD VIDEO format or video mode • DVD+R/DVD+RW in DVD VIDEO format VR (Video • DVD-R/DVD-RW in VR (Video Recording) mode Recording) mode (except for DVD-R DL) VIDEO CD •...
  • Page 7 MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio data. MP3 files must be in MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 format. JPEG image files must conform to the DCF image file format. (DCF “Design rule for Camera File system”: Image standards for digital cameras regulated by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA)).
  • Page 8 Notes about CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW In some cases, CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW cannot be played on this system 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. For more information, refer to the operating instructions for the recording device.
  • Page 9 This system incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI ) technology. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. “BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. “S-AIR” and its logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    Getting Started Unpacking • Control unit (1) • Subwoofer (1) • Remote Commander (remote) (1) • Speakers (5) • AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Calibration microphone (1) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) •...

  • Page 11: Step 1: Positioning The Speakers

    Step 1: Positioning the • You can also place the subwoofer either side, facing the listening position. Speakers • When you install the speaker, the speaker face may be unstable. In this case, use a commercially available For the best possible surround sound, all the wire clamper or a commercially available tape, etc., to secure the speaker cord.
  • Page 12 • You may not get the bass sound efficiently when the • Do not place the subwoofer under a desk or in a subwoofer is placed outside (3). You need to adjust cabinet, etc. the setting of the distance from the listening position. •...
  • Page 13 TV. Slits • Do not hold the EZW-T100 slot when lifting the • When you change the position of the speakers, Sony subwoofer. recommends that you change the settings. For details, • Do not push the top of the subwoofer where the see “Calibrating the Appropriate Settings...

  • Page 14: Installing The Speakers On The Wall

    Install the speakers on a vertical and flat wall where reinforcement is applied. • Sony is not responsible for accident or damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall strength or improper screw installation, natural calamity, etc.
  • Page 15 Push A with the supplied wrench (1), and then remove the speaker cords (2). When the lever is down, the When the lever is up, the speaker cords are locked. speaker cords can be removed. 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 16 Reattach the rear cap using the wrench (supplied). Secure the speaker to the bracket with the screw in Step 3 using hole 4.
  • Page 17 About connecting speaker cord The connectors of the speaker cords are the same colour as the jacks to be connected. Do not catch the Black speaker cords insulation in the speaker terminals. • 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).

  • Page 18: Step 2: Connecting The System

    Step 2: Connecting the System See the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from 1 to 6 on the following pages. Note • Be sure to make connection securely to avoid hum and noise. • When you connect another component with a volume control, turn up the volume of the other components to a level where sound is not distorted.
  • Page 19 1 Connecting the Control unit Connect the system connector of the control unit to the SYSTEM CONTROL terminal on the bottom 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-IS50...

  • Page 20: Connecting The Speakers

    2 Connecting the Speakers Connect the connectors of the speaker cords to the corresponding SPEAKER jacks. The connectors of the speaker cords have the same colour as the jacks to be connected. Front speaker (R) Front speaker (L) Center speaker Speaker cords Green White...

  • Page 21: Connecting The Tv

    3 Connecting the TV Use the parts as follows: • Video cord (1) To listen to TV sound from the speakers of the system, connect the TV and the system with the audio cord (not supplied) (A). For video output to your TV, check the video input jacks of the TV, and select connection method A, B, or C.
  • Page 22 Note • During the “DMPORT” function, video signal is not output from the HDMI OUT and COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. • The system can accept both digital and analog signals. Digital signals have priority over analog signals. If the digital signal ceases, the analog signal will be processed after 2 seconds.

  • Page 23: Connecting The Other Components

    4 Connecting the other components You can enjoy the connected component using the speakers of the system. Rear of the control unit DMPORT Digital coaxial cord (not supplied) DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter To the digital coaxial output jack of another component (e.g.: digital satellite receiver) To connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter Connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to the DMPORT jack.
  • Page 24 If your TV has multiple audio/video inputs You can enjoy the sound with the speakers of the system through the connected TV. Connect the components as follows. VCR, digital satellite receiver or PlayStation, etc. VCR, digital satellite receiver or PlayStation, etc. Control unit :Signal flow Select the component on the TV.
  • Page 25 5 Connecting the Antenna (Aerial) AM loop antenna (aerial) (supplied) Note • Cord (A) or cord (B) can be connected to either terminal. Rear of the control unit DMPORT FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied) Note • Keep the AM loop antenna (aerial) and cord away from the system or other AV components, as noise may result. •...
  • Page 26 6 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 20). Rear of the subwoofer To a wall outlet (mains) AC power cord (mains lead)

  • Page 27: Step 3: Performing The Quick Setup

    Press without inserting a disc. Step 3: Performing the The Setup Display for selecting the language used in the on-screen display Quick Setup appears on the TV screen. Follow the steps below to make the basic LANGUAGE SETUP OSD: ENGLISH adjustments for using the system.
  • Page 28 Press Note • The ECM-AC2 jack is used for the supplied [AUTO CALIBRATION] starts. Be quiet calibration microphone only. Do not connect during the measurement. other microphones. Note Rear of the control unit • Loud test sound is output when [AUTO CALIBRATION] starts.
  • Page 29 To recall the Quick Setup display Setting the type of video Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “DVD” output to match your TV appears in the front panel display. Depending on the connection of the TV Press DISPLAY when the system is in (page 21), select the type of video output of the stop mode.
  • Page 30 Does your TV accept progressive Press X/x to select the desired setting, then press signals? [OFF]: The system does not output Progressive is the method for displaying TV progressive signals. Select this setting images which reduces flickering and sharpens when: the image.

  • Page 31: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Playing a Disc Depending on the DVD VIDEO or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the operation details supplied with your disc. Soft-touch buttons "/1 FUNCTION FUNCTION VOLUME ./> m/M, "/1 Disc slot VOLUME +/–...
  • 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, then the system enters standby mode. To cancel standby mode, press "/1 once. To enter power standby mode, make sure that the system is in the following status. –...

  • 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 you listen 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 distortion, reduce the input level on the control unit.

  • Page 36: Enjoying Sound From All Speakers

    Enjoying Sound from all Speakers X/x/c, SYSTEM MENU Press SYSTEM MENU. Press X/x repeatedly until “DEC. MODE” appears in the front panel display, then press or c. Press X/x repeatedly until the decoding mode you want appears in the front panel display.

  • Page 37: Various Functions For Playing Discs

    Press [** (**)] changes to [– – (**)]. Various Functions for Playing Discs 98( 99) Searching for a Title/ 13( 99) DVD VIDEO 0: 03: 17 Chapter/Track/Scene, etc. Press X/x or the numeric buttons to select the desired title, chapter, track, You can search a DVD VIDEO/DVD-VR by index, scene, etc.

  • Page 38: Resuming Playback From The Point Where You Stopped The Disc

    To enjoy a disc that is played Resuming Playback from before by resume playback (Multi-disc Resume) the Point Where You (DVD VIDEO, VIDEO CD only) Stopped the Disc This system recalls the point where you stopped the disc the last time it was played and resumes (Resume Play) playback from that point the next time you insert the same disc.

  • Page 39: Creating Your Own Program

    Select the track you want to program. Creating Your Own For example, select track [02]. Press X/x to select [02] under [T], then Program press (Program Play) Selected track PROGRAM 0: 03:51 You can play the contents of a disc in the order ALL CLEAR –...

  • Page 40: Playing In Random Order

    To turn off the Control Menu Playing in Random Order display Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control (Shuffle Play) Menu display is turned off. To change or cancel a program You can play the contents on a disc in random Follow steps 1 to 3 of “Creating Your Own order.

  • Page 41: (Shuffle Play) Playing Repeatedly

    To return to normal play Playing Repeatedly Press CLEAR or select [OFF] in step 3. (Repeat Play) To turn off the Control Menu display Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu display is turned off. You can play the contents on a disc repeatedly. Note You can use a combination of Shuffle Play or •...

  • Page 42: Using The Dvd's Menu

    x During Shuffle Play or Program Play Using the DVD’s Menu • [OFF]: Off. • [ON]: You can repeat Shuffle Play or Program Play. Press A DVD is divided into a lot of sections, which The item is selected. make up a picture or music feature. These sections are called “titles”.

  • Page 43: Changing The Sound

    x VIDEO CD/CD/DATA CD (MP3 file)/DATA Changing the Sound DVD (MP3 file) • [STEREO]: The standard stereo sound • [1/L]: The sound of the left channel (monaural) • [2/R]: The sound of the right channel When the system is playing a DVD VIDEO or (monaural) DATA CD/DATA DVD (DivX video file) x DATA CD (DivX video file)/DATA DVD...

  • Page 44: Selecting [Original] Or [Play List] On A Dvd-Vr

    Checking the audio signal Selecting [ORIGINAL] or format [PLAY LIST] on a DVD-VR (DVD VIDEO, DATA DVD, DATA CD only) If you press AUDIO repeatedly during This function is only available for DVD-VRs playback, the format of the current audio signal with a playlist created.

  • Page 45: Viewing Information About The Disc

    x DATA CD (DivX video file)/DATA DVD Viewing Information About (DivX video file) 1 Playing time of the current file the Disc 2 Current file name 3 Current album and file number Note • The system can only display the first level of the DVD/CD text, such as the disc name or title.
  • Page 46 x VIDEO CD (with PBC functions) To check DATA CD/DATA DVD • **:** (MP3 file/DivX video file) text Playing time of the current scene By pressing DISPLAY while playing MP3 files or DivX video files on a DATA CD/DATA x VIDEO CD (without PBC functions)/ DVD, you can display the name of the folder/ •...

  • Page 47: Changing The Angles

    Checking the date Changing the Angles information of JPEG image file You can check the date information during If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are playback when the Exif* tag is recorded in the recorded on a DVD VIDEO, you can change the JPEG image file.

  • Page 48: Displaying The Subtitles

    Displaying the Subtitles Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture and Sound If subtitles are recorded on a disc, you can turn the subtitles on or off during playback. If (A/V SYNC) multilingual subtitles are recorded on the disc, you can change the subtitle language during playing, or turn the subtitles on or off whenever When the sound does not match the pictures on you want.

  • Page 49: Playing Mp3 Files/Jpeg Image Files

    Selecting an MP3 file or folder Playing MP3 Files/JPEG Load a DATA CD or DATA DVD. Image Files Press DVD MENU. The folders recorded on the DATA CD or DATA DVD appear on the TV screen. When a folder is being played, its title is You can play the MP3 files or JPEG image files: shaded.
  • Page 50 To stop playback Selecting a JPEG image file or Press x. folder To play the next or previous MP3 Load a DATA CD or DATA DVD. file Press DVD MENU. Press > to play the next MP3 file. Press . The folder recorded on the DATA CD or twice to play the previous MP3 file.
  • Page 51 Note Displaying the list of MP3 • PICTURE NAVI does not work when you set files/JPEG image files/DivX [MODE (MUSIC, IMAGE)] to [MUSIC]. video files • A scroll box is displayed at the right side of the Press DISPLAY during playback. TV screen.

  • Page 52: Playing Mp3 Files And Jpeg Image Files As A Slide Show With Sound

    JPEG Image Files as a • If you play large MP3 file and JPEG image file at the same time, the sound may skip. Sony recommends Slide Show with Sound that you set the MP3 bit rate to 128 kbps or lower when creating the file.

  • Page 53: Enjoying Divx

    ® Selecting an effect for JPEG Enjoying DivX Videos image files in the slide show Press DISPLAY twice. The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen. About DivX video files Press X/x to select [EFFECT], ® DivX is a video file compression technology, then press developed by DivX, Inc.

  • Page 54: Selecting A Folder

    DivX video files that the system Selecting a folder can play Press DVD MENU. The system can play data that is recorded in DivX format, and which has the extension A list of folders on the disc appears. Only “.AVI”, or “.DIVX”. The system will not play folders that contain DivX video files are files with the extension “.AVI”...

  • Page 55: Playing A Video Cd With Pbc

    Selecting a DivX video file Playing a VIDEO CD with After step 2 of “Selecting a folder,” PBC Functions (Ver.2.0) press The list of files in the folder appears. (PBC Playback) FILE LIST MY FAVOURITES With PBC (Playback Control) functions, you HAWAII 2004 can enjoy simple interactive operations, search VENUS...

  • Page 56: Sound Adjustments

    Sound Adjustments Enjoying Surround Sound by Using Decoding Mode You can enjoy surround sound simply by selecting one of the system’s pre-programmed decoding mode. They bring exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters into your home. X/x/c, SYSTEM MENU Press SYSTEM MENU. Press X/x repeatedly until “DEC.
  • Page 57 Display Decoding mode Effect “PLII MUSIC” Dolby Pro Logic II Performs Pro Logic II music mode decoding to the input signal and MUSIC produces five full-bandwidth output channels from 2 channel sources. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as a CD. This mode outputs sound from all the speakers and subwoofer.

  • Page 58: Selecting The Sound Mode

    Selecting the Sound Mode You can choose a suitable sound mode for movies or music. SOUND MODE Press SOUND MODE repeatedly during playback until the desired mode appears in the front panel display. • “AUTO”: The system selects “MOVIE” or “MUSIC” automatically to produce the sound effect depending on the disc or sound stream.

  • Page 59: Adjusting The Bass, Middle, And Treble Level

    Adjusting the Bass, Middle, and Treble Level You can adjust the bass, middle, and treble level easily. TONE X/x, Press TONE repeatedly until “BASS,” “MIDDLE,” or “TREBLE” appears in the front panel display. • “BASS”: adjusts the bass level (–6.0 – +6.0 dB, 0.5 dB increments). •...

  • Page 60: Tuner Functions

    Current band and preset number stations. Press SYSTEM MENU. The system menu turns off. FM 10 : 88.00 MHz SONY RADIO To change the preset number Select the desired preset number by pressing Station name PRESET +/– (page 61), then perform the procedure from step 3.

  • Page 61: Listening To The Radio

    To listen to radio stations when Listening to the Radio you know the frequencies Use direct tuning in step 2. Preset radio stations in the system’s memory Press D.TUNING. first (see “Presetting Radio Stations” (page 60)). Press the numeric buttons to select the Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM”...

  • Page 62: Naming Preset Stations

    Naming preset stations Viewing the station name or frequency in the front panel You can enter a name for preset stations. These display names (for example, “XYZ”) appear in the front panel display when a station is selected. When the system is set to “FM” or “AM,” you Only one name can be entered for each preset can check the frequency using the front panel station.

  • Page 63: Control For Hdmi/External Audio Device

    Device • The Control for HDMI function may not work if you Using the Control for HDMI connect a component other than Sony, even if the component is compatible with the Control for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” function.

  • Page 64: Watching Dvd By A Single Button Press

    To set the [CONTROL FOR HDMI] Watching DVD by a single function to on/off button press Press FUNCTION repeatedly until (One-Touch Play) “DVD” appears in the front panel display. By only pressing ONE-TOUCH PLAY, the TV turns on, the TV is set for DVD input mode, and Press DISPLAY while the system is the system starts playing a disc automatically.
  • Page 65 Note Turning the system off in sync • If the TV is turned on before turning on the system, with the TV TV sound will not be output for a moment. • While the TV is in PAP (picture and picture) mode, (System Power Off) the System Audio Control function will not work.

  • Page 66: Using The Digital Media Port Adapter

    Playing the connected Using the DIGITAL MEDIA component on the system PORT Adapter Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “DMPORT” appears in the front panel The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) display. adapter (not supplied) is for enjoying sound Start playback of the connected from a portable audio source or computer.

  • Page 67: Using An S-Air Product

    Inserting the wireless Using an S-AIR Product transmitter/transceiver The unit is compatible with the S-AIR function To make use of the S-AIR function, you need to (page 106), which allows sound transmission insert the wireless transmitter (not supplied) into between S-AIR products. the S-AIR main unit and the wireless transceiver When you purchase the S-AIR product, you (not supplied) into the S-AIR sub unit.
  • Page 68 Note Establishing sound • Insert the wireless transmitter with the S-AIR transmission between the logo facing up. S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub • Insert the wireless transmitter so that the V marks are aligned. unit (ID setting) • Do not insert other than the wireless transmitter For the surround amplifier (not supplied) into the EZW-T100 slot.
  • Page 69 Press X/x to select the desired ID, then Enjoying the system’s sound press in another room You can select any ID (A, B, or C). The confirmation display appears. For the S-AIR receiver (not supplied) Press You can enjoy the system’s sound by using the Set the S-AIR sub unit to the same ID.
  • Page 70 To control the system from the Note S-AIR receiver • When you set “S-AIR STBY” to “ON”, the power consumption during the standby mode increases. You can control the system from the S-AIR • When you turn the system off while “S-AIR STBY” receiver by using the following buttons.
  • Page 71 x Before pairing Match the IDs of the S-AIR main unit and the S-AIR sub unit. Sound transmission is established by the ID (example). • To set the ID of the S-AIR main unit, see “To set the ID of the S-AIR main unit” Your room Neighbour (page 68).
  • Page 72 x For the S-AIR receiver Press SYSTEM MENU. Refer to the operating instructions of the Press X/x repeatedly until “RF S-AIR receiver. CHANGE” appears in the front panel When sound transmission is established, display, then press or c. the confirmation display appears. Press X/x to select the desired setting.

  • Page 73: Other Operations

    GOLDSTAR/LG 503, 515, 517, 544, 568 • When you replace the batteries of the remote, the GRUNDIG code number may reset itself to the default (SONY) HITACHI 503, 514, 515, 517, 544, 557, setting. Reset the appropriate code number. 521, 522...

  • Page 74: Controlling The Tv With The Remote

    CATV Controlling the TV with the Manufacturer Code number remote SONY You can control the TV by using following HAMLIN/REGAL 836, 837, 838, 839, 840 buttons. To use these buttons (other than JERROLD/GI/ 806, 807, 808, 809, 810, 811, THEATRE and TV [/1), set the remote to the...

  • Page 75: Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound

    TV or other The function of these buttons are same as the remote components to Dolby Digital. buttons of the Sony TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. AUDIO Press AUDIO repeatedly until the desired signal appears in the front panel display.

  • Page 76: Enjoying The Sound At Low Volume

    Enjoying the Sound at Low Using the Sleep Timer Volume You can set the system to turn off at a preset time, so you can fall asleep listening to music. (NIGHT MODE) You can preset the time in 10 minutes decrements.

  • Page 77: Changing The Brightness Of The Front Panel Display

    Changing the Brightness Changing the Display of the Front Panel Display Mode (INFORMATION MODE) The brightness of the front panel display can be set to either of 2 levels. You can change the displayed information in the front panel display. DIMMER X/x/c, SYSTEM...

  • Page 78: Changing The Display Appearance Of

    Press Changing the Display The setting is made. Appearance of the Soft- Press SYSTEM MENU. The system menu turns off. touch Buttons Note (ILLUMINATION MODE) • 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 You can select the way of displaying the soft- with them.

  • Page 79: Advanced Settings And Adjustments

    x If you have not entered a password The display for registering a new password Advanced Settings and Adjustments appears. Restricting Playback of PARENTAL CONTROL the Disc Enter a new 4-digit password, (PARENTAL CONTROL) then press ENTER Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be limited according to a predetermined level such as the Enter a 4-digit password using the numeric age of the users.

  • Page 80: Parental Control

    Press X/x to select [LEVEL], then press Changing the password The selection items for [LEVEL] are Press FUNCTION repeatedly until displayed. “DVD” appears in the front panel display. Press X/x to select the desired level, then press Press DISPLAY while the system is in stop mode.

  • Page 81: (Parental Control) Calibrating The Appropriate Settings Automatically

    Connect the calibration microphone Calibrating the (supplied) to the ECM-AC2 jack on the rear of the control unit. Appropriate Settings Set up the calibration microphone at the ear level using the tripod, etc. (not supplied). Automatically The front of each speaker should face the calibration microphone, and there should be (AUTO CALIBRATION) no obstruction between the speakers and the...

  • Page 82: Auto Calibration

    The calibration microphone or – front and surround speakers are not correctly overloaded.] system may be damaged. connected. Contact your Sony dealer or local – subwoofer is not connected. authorized Sony service facility. [Check front Front speakers are not connected.

  • Page 83: Using The Setup Display

    Press X/x to select an item, then press Using the Setup Display The options for the selected item appear. You can make various adjustments for items Example: [TV TYPE] such as picture and sound. Displayed items differ depending on the country VIDEO SETUP TV TYPE: 16:9...

  • Page 84: Setting The Display Or Sound Track Language

    Setting the Display or Settings for the Display Sound Track Language [VIDEO SETUP] [LANGUAGE SETUP] Select settings according to the TV to be connected. Set various languages for the on-screen display or sound track. VIDEO SETUP TV TYPE: 16:9 PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT) LANGUAGE SETUP 4:3 OUTPUT:...
  • Page 85 Note • Depending on the DVD, [4:3 LETTER BOX] may be selected automatically instead of [4:3 PAN SCAN] or vice versa. x [PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT)] 16:9 aspect ratio TV You can set the progressive signal that is output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks to Note on/off.

  • Page 86: Settings For The Hdmi

    x [BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT)] Settings for the HDMI (Latin American models only) You can select the black level (setup level) for [HDMI SETUP] the video signals output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. You cannot select this and the setting is not effective when the system outputs progressive HDMI SETUP AUTO...
  • Page 87 x [AUDIO (HDMI)] Note You can select the audio output status from the • When you set to [ON] without the HDMI connection HDMI OUT jack. of the TV, [Please verify the HDMI connection.] appears and you cannot set to [ON]. [OFF] The system does not output the x [VOLUME LIMIT]...

  • Page 88: Settings For The Audio

    • You can select [(1920×1080i)HD ] or x [DIGITAL IN] [(1920×1080i)HD] only when you set [HDMI You can assign a digital sound input RESOLUTION] in [HDMI SETUP] to corresponding with the function “TV” and [1920×1080i]. “SAT/CABLE.” • If you select [(1920×1080i)HD ] or [(1920×1080i)HD], next image appears after black [TV t OPT,...

  • Page 89: [Audio Setup] Other Settings

    x [BACKGROUND] Note You can select the background colour or picture • When you set the item to [AUTO], the language may on the TV screen in stop mode or while playing change. The [TRACK SELECTION] setting has higher priority than the [AUDIO] settings in a CD, DATA CD (MP3 file), or DATA DVD [LANGUAGE SETUP] (page 84).

  • Page 90: Settings For The Speakers

    x [DISTANCE (FRONT)] Settings for the Speakers When you move the front speakers and center speaker, be sure to set the parameters of the [SPEAKER SETUP] distance (A) from the listening position to the speakers. To obtain the best possible surround sound, set You can set the parameters from 0.0 to 7.0 connection of the speakers and their distance meters for the center speaker.
  • Page 91 x [DISTANCE (SURROUND)] x [LEVEL (FRONT)] When you move the surround speakers, be sure You can adjust the sound level of the front to set the parameters of the distance (B) from speakers, center speaker, and subwoofer. Be the listening position to the speakers. sure to set [TEST TONE] to [ON] for easy You can set the parameters from 0.0 to 7.0 adjustment.

  • Page 92: Returning To The Default Settings

    Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then Returning to the Default press The Setup Display appears. Settings Press X/x repeatedly to select [SPEAKER SETUP], then press or c. Returning the system Press X/x repeatedly to select [TEST parameters, such as preset TONE], then press or c.
  • Page 93 Returning the [SETUP] settings to the default Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “DVD” appears in the front panel 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.

  • Page 94: Additional Information

    If you have any questions or problems concerning On placement your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. • Place the system in a location with adequate On cleaning discs, disc/lens ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the system.

  • Page 95: Notes About The Discs

    On moving the system Notes about the Discs When you carry the system, use the following procedure to protect the inner mechanism. On handling discs Press Z to remove a disc. • To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its Make sure that the disc is removed from the edge.

  • Page 96: Troubleshooting

    Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained. In the event of a problem with S-AIR function, have a Sony dealer check the entire system together (S-AIR main unit (control unit and subwoofer) and S-AIR sub unit).
  • Page 97 Picture Symptom Remedy There is no picture. • The video connecting cords are not connected securely. • The video connecting cords are damaged. • The control unit is not connected to the correct TV input jack (page 21). • The video input on the TV is not set so that you can view pictures from the system.
  • Page 98 Sound Symptom Remedy There is no sound. • The speaker cord is not connected securely. • Press MUTING on the remote if “MUTING” is displayed on the front panel display. • The system is in pause mode or in Slow-motion Play mode. Press H to return to normal play mode.
  • Page 99 Symptom Remedy The beginning of the sound is cut off. • Set the Sound mode to other than “AUTO” (page 58). • Set the decoding mode to other than “A.F.D. MULTI” (page 56). Operation Symptom Remedy Radio stations cannot be tuned in. •...
  • Page 100 • Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD being played (page 47). • The DVD prohibits changing the angles. A disc cannot be ejected and • Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. “LOCKED” appears in the front panel display.
  • Page 101 • Disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (mains), then reconnect after several minutes. “DEMO PLAY” appears in the front • Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. panel display. The Control for HDMI function does •...
  • Page 102 The S-AIR function Symptom Remedy S-AIR connection is not • If you use another S-AIR main unit, place it more than 8 m away from this established (sound transmission S-AIR main unit. is not established), e.g., the • Confirm the ID of the S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub unit (page 68). indicator of the S-AIR sub unit •...

  • Page 103: Self-Diagnosis Function

    [VER.X.XX] (X is a number) may display) appear on the TV screen. Although this is not a malfunction and for Sony service use only, When the self-diagnosis function is activated to normal system operation will not be possible. prevent the system from malfunctioning, a 5- Turn off the system, and then turn on the system character service number (e.g., C 13 50) with a...

  • Page 104: (When Letters/Numbers Appear In The Display) Specifications

    AM tuner section Specifications Tuning range Latin American models: 530 kHz – 1,710 kHz (with the interval set at 10 kHz) Amplifier section 531 kHz – 1,710 kHz (with Power output (rated) the interval set at 9 kHz) Front L / Front R (rated): 35 W + 35 W Middle Eastern models: 531 kHz –...

  • Page 105: Glossary

    Digital Cinema Auto Calibration Power output Digital Cinema Auto Calibration was developed (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT) by Sony to automatically measure and adjust the DC OUT: 5 V, 700 mA speaker settings to your listening environment in a short period of time.
  • Page 106 Sony has developed a technology picture and sound. The HDMI specification called “S-AIR” for the radio transmission of supports HDCP (high-bandwidth digital...

  • Page 107: Language Code List

    Language Code List The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard. Code Language Code Language Code Language Code Language 1027 Afar 1183 Irish 1347 Maori 1507 Samoan 1028 Abkhazian 1186 Scots Gaelic 1349 Macedonian 1508 Shona 1032 Afrikaans 1194 Galician 1350 Malayalam 1509 Somali...

  • 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) FUNCTION VOLUME A Soft-touch buttons ( D [/1 (on/standby) (27, 92) /FUNCTION/ VOLUME –/+) (31) E Disc slot (32) B Remote sensor (10) (eject) (33) C Front panel display (110)
  • Page 109 Control unit (rear panel) DMPORT A TV (AUDIO IN R/L) jacks (21) F VIDEO OUT (VIDEO) jack (21) B ECM-AC2 jack (81) G VIDEO OUT (COMPONENT) jacks (21) C SAT/CABLE (DIGITAL IN COAXIAL) H Ventilation slots jack (23) I DMPORT jack (23) D HDMI OUT jack (21) J AM terminals (25) E TV (DIGITAL IN OPTICAL) jack (21)
  • Page 110 Front Panel Display About the indications in the front panel display MUTING TUNED TITLE CHAP STEREO MONO S-AIR NTSC SLEEP NIGHT REPEAT 1 DIGITAL PROGRESSIVE A Flashes when the sleep timer is set. J Lights up when the HDMI OUT jack is (76) correctly connected to HDCP (high- bandwidth digital content protection)
  • Page 111 Subwoofer Bottom of the subwoofer SYSTEM CONTROL ONLY FOR HCD-IS50 SPEAKER ONLY FOR SS-IS15 FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L CENTER A Ventilation slots B SYSTEM CONTROL jack (19) C SPEAKER jacks (20) D EZW-T100 slot (20) CAUTION Please do not remove the screws before installing the EZW-T100.

  • Page 112: Remote Control

    Remote control ALPHABETICAL ORDER BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS A – O P – Z 3)4) PICTURE NAVI wk ANALOG Numeric buttons ANGLE 9 PRESET +/– qg [/1 (on/standby) 2 3)4) TV [/1 (on/standby) 1 AUDIO PROG +/– 1)4) CLEAR wl REPEAT 6 C/X/x/c/ D.TUNING 0 SLEEP ed...

  • Page 113: Guide To The Control Menu Display

    Guide to the Control Menu Display You can use the Control Menu display to select a function and to view related information. DISPLAY Press DISPLAY repeatedly. Each time you press DISPLAY, the Control Menu display changes: 1 t 2 t ... t 1 t ... 1 Control Menu display 1 2 Control Menu display 2 (appears for certain disc only) 3 Control Menu display off...
  • Page 114 Example: Control Menu display 1 when playing a DVD VIDEO. Currently playing title number Currently playing chapter number Total number of titles Playback status Total number of chapters (N Playback, Control Menu items X Pause, x Stop, etc.) 98( 99) Type of disc being 13( 99) DVD VIDEO...
  • Page 115 [SHUFFLE] (page 40) You can play the track/file in random order. [REPEAT] (page 41) You can play the entire disc (all titles/all tracks/all folders/all files) repeatedly or one title/ chapter/track/folder/file repeatedly. [DISC MENU] (page 42) You can display the DVD’s menu. [BROWSING] (page 51) You can display the list of folders/JPEG image files.

  • Page 116: Index

    Index Numerics 16:9 84 D.C.A.C. (Digital Cinema Auto JPEG image file 49 4:3 LETTER BOX 84 Calibration) 81, 88, 105 JPEG RESOLUTION 87 4:3 OUTPUT 85 DATA CD 6 4:3 PAN SCAN 84 DATA DVD 6 5.1 Channel Surround 44 Decoding mode 56 Language Code List 107 DIGITAL IN 88...
  • Page 117 Quick Setup 27 Rear panel 109 Region Code 8 Remote 10, 112 Repeat Play 41 RESET 89, 93 Resume Play 38 S-AIR 106 S-AIR SETUP 88 S-AIR STBY 70 SCREEN SAVER 89 SETUP 83, 93 Shuffle Play 40 SLEEP 76 Slide Show 52 Slow-motion Play 33 Soft-touch button 31...

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