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Sony DAV-SA30 Operating Instructions Manual

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4-244-992-14(1)
Compact AV
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Operating Instructions
DAV-SA30/SA35K
©2003 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 4-244-992-14(1) Compact AV System Operating Instructions DAV-SA30/SA35K ©2003 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2 LASER product. The before operating the unit. label is located on the rear of the unit. Welcome! Thank you for purchasing Sony Compact AV System. Before operating this system, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. ®...
  • Page 3 If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. On cleaning discs Do not use a commercially available CD/DVD cleaning disc.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents About this Manual... 6 This System Can Play the Following Discs... 6 Terms for discs... 6 Notes about the Discs...8 Guide to the Control Menu Display...9 Getting Started Unpacking ... 11 Inserting Batteries into the Remote... 11 Step 1: Speaker System Hookup...
  • Page 5 Additional Information Troubleshooting ... 65 Specifications ... 68 Glossary ...69 Index to Parts and Controls...72 Language code list ... 77 DVD Setup Menu List ... 78 Index ... 79 Quick reference for Remote Commander ... Back cover...

  • Page 6: About This Manual

    About this Manual • The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the controls on the system if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote. • The instructions in this manual are for DAV- SA30 and DAV-SA35K.
  • Page 7 Disc Title structure Chapter VIDEO Disc CD, Super Track Audio CD, or CD structure Index Disc Album structure Track Disc JPEG Album structure File Note on PBC (Playback Control) (VIDEO CDs) This system conforms to Ver. 1.1 and Ver. 2.0 of VIDEO CD standards.

  • Page 8: Notes About The Discs

    Notes about CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-RW (Video mode) In some cases, CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-RW (Video mode) cannot be played on this player due to the recording quality or physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of the recording device and authoring software. The disc will not play if it has not been correctly finalized.

  • Page 9: Guide To The Control Menu Display

    Guide to the Control Menu Display Use the Control Menu to select a function that you’d like to use. The Control Menu display appears when the DVD DISPLAY button is pressed. For details, refer to the page in parentheses. Currently playing title number (Video CD/ Super Audio CD/CD: track number) Disc name or disc type...
  • Page 10 FILE (JPEG only) (page 26) DATE (JPEG only) (page 38) ANGLE (DVD only) (page 45) PLAYMODE (VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD/CD/MP3/JPEG only) (page 29) REPEAT (page 30) CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL (page 47) Tips • Each time you press DVD DISPLAY, the Control Menu display changes as follows: Control Menu display Control Menu display off The Control Menu items are different depending on the disc.

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    Getting Started Unpacking Check that you have the following items: • Speakers (5) • Subwoofer (1) • AM loop aerial (1) • FM wire aerial (1) • Speaker cords (5m × 4, 15m × 2) (17ft. × 4, 50ft. × 2) •...

  • Page 12: Step 1: Speaker System Hookup

    Step 1: Speaker System Hookup Connect the supplied speaker system using the supplied speaker cords by matching the colours of the jacks to those of the cords. Do not connect any speakers other than those supplied with this system. To obtain the best possible surround sound, specify the speaker parameters (distance, level, etc.) on page 20.
  • Page 13 Terminals for connecting the speakers Connect the Front speakers Surround speakers Center speaker Subwoofer Front speaker (R) colour label VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO IN CENTER WOOFER FRONT R FRONT L AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN AUDIO IN VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 SURR SURR Surround speaker (R)
  • Page 14 To avoid short-circuiting the speakers Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage the system. To prevent this, be sure to follow these precautions when connecting the speakers. Make sure the bare wire of each speaker cord does not touch another speaker jack or the bare wire of another speaker cord. Examples of poor conditions of the speaker cord Stripped speaker cord is touching another speaker...

  • Page 15: Step 2: Aerial Hookups

    Step 2: Aerial Hookups Connect the supplied AM/FM aerials for listening to the radio. Terminals for connecting the aerials Connect the AM loop aerial FM wire aerial VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO IN CENTER WOOFER FRONT R FRONT L AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN AUDIO IN VIDEO 1...
  • Page 16 If you have poor FM reception, use a 75-ohms coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the system to an outdoor FM aerial as shown below. Outdoor FM aerial System Earth wire (not supplied) COAXIAL To earth...

  • Page 17: Step 3: Tv And Video Component Hookups

    Step 3: TV and Video Component Hookups Required cords Video cord for connecting a TV Audio/video cords (not supplied) When connecting a cord, be sure to match the colour-coded sleeves to the appropriate jacks on the components. Terminals for connecting video components Connect the To the MONITOR OUT jack...
  • Page 18 VIDEO OUT CENTER WOOFER FRONT R FRONT L AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN VIDEO 1 SURR SURR Setup for the system (for Asian and Australian models) Setup is necessary for the system, depending on the TV to be connected. The initial setting for Asian models is NTSC; Australian models is PAL. If the colour system of the TV is PAL* To set the system to PAL, turn on the system by pressing "/1 while pressing the .
  • Page 19 Connecting the AC Power Cords Before connecting the AC power cords of this system to a wall outlet, connect the speakers to the system (see page 12).

  • Page 20: Speaker Setup

    Speaker Setup For the best possible surround sound, all the speakers other than the subwoofer should be the same distance from the listening position (A). However, this system allows you to place the center speaker up to 1.6 metres a) closer (B) and the surround speakers up to 4.6 metres b) closer (C) to the listening position.

  • Page 21: Playing Discs

    Playing Discs Playing Discs Depending on the DVD or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the operation details supplied with your disc. DAV-SA30 "/1 STANDBY indicator Adjust the Disc tray volume > 10 10/0 Turn on your TV.

  • Page 22: Resuming Playback From The Point Where You Stopped The Disc

    Go back to the preceding chapter, track, scene, or file in continuous play mode Mute the sound (DAV-SA30 only) * You cannot pause during JPEG playback. Note If DVD playback is paused for approximately one hour, the system automatically turns off.

  • Page 23: Using The Dvd's Menu

    Using the DVD’s Menu A DVD is divided into main sections, which make up a picture or music feature. These sections are called “titles.” When you play a DVD which contains several titles, you can select the title you want using DVD TOP MENU/ALBUM–.

  • Page 24: Playing An Mp3 Audio Track

    Notes • Depending on the VIDEO CD, the menu does not appear in Step 1 • Depending on the VIDEO CD, “Press ENTER” in Step 3 may appear as “Press SELECT” in the instructions supplied with the disc. In this case, press To play without using PBC, press ./>...
  • Page 25 Selecting an album and track > 10 10/0 DVD TOP MENU/ ALBUM– DISPLAY ENTER Press DVD DISPLAY. The Control Menu and disc name of MP3 data disc appear. Press X/x to select then press ENTER or c. The list of albums contained in the disc appears.

  • Page 26: Playing Jpeg Image Files

    Playing JPEG Image Files You can play JPEG image files on CD-ROMs, CD-Rs, or CD-RWs. However, the discs must be recorded according to ISO9660 level 1, level 2 or Joliet format for the system to recognize the files. You can also play discs recorded in Multi Session.

  • Page 27: To Rotate The Current Image

    To rotate the current image > 10 10/0 Rotate the current image using C/c Each time you press c, the image turns clockwise by 90°. Each time you press C, the image turns counterclockwise by 90°. Note You cannot rotate the image during Slide show. Press H to return to normal play before this operation.
  • Page 28 Press c. The cursor moves to the track (in this case, “1”). Before programming the MP3 tracks, it is required to select the album. Program Track TRACK1 TRACK2 TRACK3 TRACK4 TRACK5 TRACK6 TRACK7 TRACK8 TRACK9 TRACK10 When the list of all tracks or albums cannot be displayed on the window, the jump bar appears.

  • Page 29: Playing In Random Order

    Playing in Random Order (Shuffle Play) You can have the system “shuffle” tracks and play them in random order. Subsequent “shuffling” will produce a different playing order. PLAY MODE CLEAR > 10 10/0 In stop mode, press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “SHUF” appears in the front panel display.

  • Page 30: (Shuffle Play) Playing Repeatedly

    Playing Repeatedly (Repeat Play) You can play all the titles/tracks/files or a single title/chapter/track on a disc. In Shuffle or Program Play mode, the system repeats tracks in the shuffled or programmed order. You cannot perform Repeat Play during PBC playback of VIDEO CDs (page 23).

  • Page 31: Searching For A Particular Point On A Disc

    Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc (Scan, Slow-motion Play, Slide show) You can locate a particular point on a disc quickly by monitoring the picture or playing back slowly. > 10 10/0 Notes • Depending on the DVD/VIDEO CD, you may not be able to perform some of the operations described.

  • Page 32: Slide Show

    Enjoying the Slide show on JPEG data disc (JPEG only) > 10 Press M while displaying a JPEG image. Slide show starts from the current image. Press H when you want to exit Slide show. Return to normal play from the current image.
  • Page 33 x When playing a DVD (TITLE) x When playing a VIDEO CD (TRACK) x When playing a Super Audio CD (TRACK) x When playing a CD (TRACK) x When playing an MP3 (ALBUM) or (TRACK) x When displaying a JPEG file (ALBUM) or Example: when you select (TRACK)

  • Page 34: Viewing Information About The Disc

    Super Audio CD, CD, VIDEO CD (TIME). or MP3, using the front panel display (page 73). Press DISPLAY. Each time you press DISPLAY while playing the disc, the display changes as shown in the charts. DAV-SA30 DISPLAY > 10 10/0 DAV-SA35K DISPLAY > 10...
  • Page 35 When playing a DVD Playing time and number of the current title TITLE ALBM CHAP HULTI Remaining time of the current title TITLE ALBM CHAP HULTI Playing time and number of the current chapter TITLE ALBM CHAP HULTI Remaining time of the current chapter TITLE ALBM...
  • Page 36 When playing an MP3 Playing time and current track number TITLE Remaining time of the current track TITLE Track (file) name and playing time TITLE Album (folder) name and playing time c) TITLE Current sound field b) TITLE Volume b) TITLE When playing a JPEG Current file number...

  • Page 37: Checking The Playing Time And Remaining Time

    You can also check the DVD/CD/Super Audio CD text and MP3 folder name/file name/ID3 tag (only song title) recorded on the disc. DAV-SA30 > 10 10/0 DISPLAY DAV-SA35K >...
  • Page 38 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. DISPLAY Press DVD DISPLAY during playback. The Control Menu appears. MOUNTAIN FAMILY 1 ( 2 0 ) BIRTHDAY 1 / 1 / 2003 Date information * “Exchangeable Image File Format”...

  • Page 39: Sound Adjustments

    Sound Adjustments Changing the Sound : DAV-SA30 only If a DVD is recorded with multilingual tracks, you can select the language you want while playing the DVD. If the DVD is recorded in multiple audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital, MPEG audio, or DTS), you can select the audio format you want while playing the DVD.
  • Page 40 To turn off the Control Menu Press DVD DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu is turned off. Notes • For discs not in multiple audio format, you cannot change the sound. • During DVD playback, the sound may change automatically. You can select AUDIO directly by pressing AUDIO.

  • Page 41: Enjoying Surround Sound

    Enjoying Surround Sound You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of system’s pre- programmed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theatres into your home. Sound field Display AUTO FORMAT DIRECT A.F.D. AUTO AUTO AUTO FORMAT DIRECT DOLBY_PL...
  • Page 42 Selecting other sound fields > 10 10/0 Press SOUND FIELD +/– on the remote repeatedly until the sound field you want appears in the front panel display. x AUTO FORMAT DIRECT PRO LOGIC Dolby Pro Logic produces five output channels from two-channel sources.

  • Page 43: Using The Sound Effect

    Using the Sound Effect This system provides you with 2 types of sound effect, simply by pressing a button. Choose the sound to suit your needs. DAV-SA30 DYNAMIC BASS NIGHT MODE > 10 10/0 DAV-SA35K DYNAMIC BASS/NIGHT MODE > 10...

  • Page 44: Singing Along: Karaoke (Dav-Sa35K Only)

    Singing along: Karaoke (DAV-SA35K only) You can sing along with any stereo CD or music DVD by reducing the level of the original vocals. You need to connect an optional microphone. DAV-SA35K > 10 10/0 KARAOKE/ KEY CONTROL Connect an optional microphone to the PHONES/MIC jack.

  • Page 45: Using Various Additional Functions

    Using Various Additional Functions Changing the Angles If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on the DVD, you can change the viewing angle. For example, while playing a scene of a train in motion, you can display the view from either the front of the train, the left window of the train, or from the right window without having the train’s movement interrupted.

  • Page 46: Displaying The Subtitles

    Displaying the Subtitles If subtitles are recorded on the discs, 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 47: Locking Discs

    Locking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL) You can set two kinds of playback restrictions for a disc. • Custom Parental Control You can set the playback restrictions so that the system will not play inappropriate discs. • Parental Control Playback of some DVDs can be limited according to a predetermined level such as the age of the users.
  • Page 48 Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password by using the number buttons, then press ENTER. “Custom parental control is set.” appears and the screen returns to the Control Menu display. If you make a mistake entering your password Press C before you press ENTER and input the correct number.
  • Page 49 Limiting playback for children (Parental Control) (DVD only) Playback of some DVDs can be limited according to a predetermined level such as the age of the users. The “Parental Control” function allows you to set a playback limitation level. A scene that is limited is not played, or it is replaced by a different scene.
  • Page 50 Press X/x to select “STANDARD,” then press ENTER. The selection items for “STANDARD” are displayed. CUSTOM SETUP PARENTAL CONTROL LEVEL: STANDARD: CHANGE PASSWORD Press X/x to select a geographic area as the playback limitation level, then press ENTER. The area is selected. If you select “OTHERS t,”...
  • Page 51 Playing the disc for which Parental Control is set Insert the disc and press H. The PARENTAL CONTROL display appears. Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER. The system starts playback. Notes • When you play DVDs which do not have the Parental Control function, playback cannot be limited on this system.

  • Page 52: Other Operations

    • If you enter a new code number, the code number previously entered will be erased. • When you replace the batteries of the remote, the code number may be reset to the default (SONY) setting. Reset the appropriate code number. Controlling TVs with the...

  • Page 53: Using The Video Or Other Unit

    Controlling the TV You can control your TV using the buttons below. By pressing You can TV [/1 Turn the TV on or off. TV/VIDEO Switch the TV’s input source between the TV and other input sources. Button 1~9, Selects the TV Channels. 10/0 (1-10 CH) TV CH –*...

  • Page 54: Enjoying The Radio

    Enjoying the Radio Presetting Radio Stations You can preset 20 stations for FM and 10 stations for AM. Before tuning, make sure to turn down the volume to minimum. TUNER MENU > 10 Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly until the band you want appears in the front panel display.

  • Page 55: Listening To The Radio

    To change the AM tuning interval (except for Middle Eastern model) The AM tuning interval can be set to either 9 kHz (default) or 10 kHz (for some areas). To change the AM tuning interval, tune in any AM station first, then turn off the system by pressing "/1 on the remote or press "/1 on the system.

  • Page 56: Naming Preset Stations

    Naming Preset Stations You can enter a name of up to 6 characters for preset stations. These names (for example, “XYZ”) appear in the system’s front panel display when a station is selected. Note that no more than one name can be entered for each preset station.

  • Page 57: 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 > 10 10/0 Press SLEEP. Each time you press this button, the minutes display (the remaining time) changes as follows: AUTO t 90MIN t 80MIN t 70MIN SLEEP OFF T 10MIN ...

  • Page 58: Settings And Adjustments

    Settings and Adjustments Using the Setup Display By using the Setup Display, you can make various adjustments to items such as picture and sound. You can also set a language for the subtitles and the Setup Display, among other things. For details on each Setup Display item, see page 59-64.

  • Page 59: Setting The Display Or Sound Track Language

    To turn off the Setup Display Press DVD SETUP repeatedly until the Setup Display is turned off. * When you select “RESET” following items are returned to the default settings. • Setup Menu (except for the PARENTAL CONTROL) (page 78) After you select “RESET”...

  • Page 60: 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 on using the display, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 58). The default settings are underlined. SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: SCREEN SAVER:...

  • Page 61: (Screen Setup) Custom Settings

    x COMPONENT OUT This will change the type of signal output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks on the system. See page 70 for more information about the different types. INTERLACE Select this when you are connected to a standard (interlace format) TV.
  • Page 62 x TRACK SELECTION (DVD only) Gives the sound track having the highest number of channels priority when you play a DVD on which multiple audio formats (PCM, MPEG audio, DTS, or Dolby Digital format) are recorded. No priority given. AUTO Priority given.

  • Page 63: Settings For The Speakers

    Settings for the Speakers (SPEAKER SETUP) To obtain the best possible surround sound, set the size of the speakers you have connected and their distance from your listening position. Then use the test tone to adjust the level and the balance of the speakers to the same level.
  • Page 64 x LEVEL You can vary the level of each speaker as follows. Be sure to set “TEST TONE” to “ON” for easy adjustment. CENTER Adjusts the level of the center 0 dB speaker (–6 dB to +6 dB, 1 dB increments).

  • Page 65: Additional Information

    If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the system, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repairs. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Power The power is not turned on.
  • Page 66 The sound loses stereo effect when you play a VIDEO CD, a CD, or an MP3. • Set “AUDIO” to “STEREO” in the Control Menu display (DAV-SA30) (page 39). • Press KARAOKE/MPX on the system to set to “OFF.” (DAV-SA35K) (page 44) •...
  • Page 67 • 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. The system does not work normally. • If the system’s operation becomes effected, press "/1 on the system to turn off the power, then turn...

  • Page 68: Specifications

    Specifications Amplifier section Stereo mode Surround mode * Depending on the sound field settings and the source, there may be no sound output. Inputs Outputs Super Audio CD/DVD system Laser 44 W + 44 W (6 ohms at 1 kHz, THD 10 %) Front: 44 W + 44 W Signal format system Center*: 44 W...

  • Page 69: Glossary

    Speakers Front/Center/Surround Speaker system Bass reflex Speaker unit 77 mm (3 cone type Rated impedance 6 ohms Dimensions (approx.) 95 × 100 × 116 mm × 4 × 4 (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) 0.8 kg (1 lb 13 oz) Subwoofer Speaker system Bass reflex Speaker unit 160 mm (6...
  • Page 70 x Music mode The Music mode is for use with any stereo music recordings, and provides a wide and deep sound space. Digital audio compression technology that the Digital Theater Systems, Inc. developed. This technology conforms to 5.1-channel surround. The rear channel is stereo and there is discrete subwoofer channel in this format.
  • Page 71 Region Code This system is used to protect copyrights. A region number is allocated on each DVD system or DVD disc according to the sales region. Each region code is shown on the system as well as on the disc packaging. The system can play the discs that match its region code.

  • Page 72: Index To Parts And Controls

    F X (pause) (22) G x (stop) (22) H Front panel display (73) I VOLUME control (21, 64) J FUNCTION (21, 53, 55) K PHONES jack (DAV-SA30) (21) PHONES/MIC jack (DAV-SA35K) (21, 44) L ./>, PREV/NEXT, PRESET –/+ (22, 54)

  • Page 73: Front Panel Display

    Front Panel Display When playing back a DVD Current mode Playing status Current title number Playing time When playing back a Super Audio CD, CD, VIDEO CD, or MP3 Current mode Lights up during PBC playback (VIDEO CD only) Playing status Lights up when album names are contained in the disc Current track number...
  • Page 74 When playing back a JPEG Playing status Current file number NTSC ALBM TUNED SLEEP EFFECT SHUF REP 1 STEREO DIGITAL MP3 PBC MONO PRO LOGIC SACD V CD NIGHT DYNAMIC BASS TITLE ALBM CHAP HULTI Current mode Lights up when album names are contained in the disc...

  • Page 75: Rear Panel

    Rear Panel VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO IN CENTER WOOFER FRONT R FRONT L AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN AUDIO IN VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 SURR SURR A SPEAKER jacks (12) B VIDEO 1 ANALOG OUT jack (17) C VIDEO 1 ANALOG IN jack (17) D VIDEO 2 ANALOG IN jack (17) E MONITOR OUT (VIDEO/S VIDEO) jacks (17)
  • Page 76 O DVD DISPLAY (25, 26, 30, 32, 37, 39, 45, P C/X/x/c/ENTER (23, 25, 26, 27, 29, 32, Q DVD SETUP (49, 58) R "/1 (standby) (21, 54) S DISPLAY (DAV-SA30) (34, 37, 38, 55) 10/0 T DYNAMIC BASS (DAV-SA30) (43) U MUTING (DAV-SA30) (22)

  • Page 77: Language Code List

    Language code list The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard. Code Language 1027 Afar 1028 Abkhazian 1032 Afrikaans 1039 Amharic 1044 Arabic 1045 Assamese 1051 Aymara 1052 Azerbaijani 1053 Bashkir 1057 Byelorussian 1059 Bulgarian 1060 Bihari 1061 Bislama 1066...

  • Page 78: Dvd Setup Menu List

    DVD Setup Menu List You can set the following items with the DVD Setup menu. The order of the displayed items may be different from the actual display. LANGUAGE SETUP (Select the language you want to use from the displayed language list.) DVD MENU (Select the language you want to use from the...

  • Page 79: Index

    Index Numerics 16:9 60 4:3 LETTER BOX 60 4:3 PAN SCAN 60 Aerial Hookups 15 ALBUM 25, 32 Album 6, 69 ANGLE 45 AUDIO 39, 59 AUDIO DRC 62 BACKGROUND 60 BALANCE 64 Batteries 11 CHAPTER 33 Chapter 6, 69 COMPONENT OUT 61 Continuous play CD/VIDEO CD/Super Audio...

  • Page 80: Quick Reference For Remote Commander

    Note The remote control of the unit employs command signals in common with other Sony DVD products. Thus, depending on the button, other Sony DVD products may respond. Shaded parts buttons are affected by the COMMAND MODE switch. Descriptions in italic refer to the TV setting of the switch.

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