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3-215-548-12(1)
Display Side Hi-Fi
Component System
Operating Instructions
DHC-AZ55D
DHC-AZ33D
Printed in China
© 2007 Sony Corporation
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- Page 1 3-215-548-12(1) Display Side Hi-Fi Component System Operating Instructions DHC-AZ55D DHC-AZ33D Printed in China © 2007 Sony Corporation...
- Page 2 Notice for the customer in the WARNING countries applying EU Directives...
- Page 3 Note on power cord plug shapes (Saudi Arabian model only) For AC 0 V wall sockets Make the appropriate voltage setting on the system (only for models with a voltage selector). Make sure that the 13 A 3-pin plug (Type BF) is securely attached to the power cord.
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Page 4: About This Manual
About this manual The instructions in this manual are for models DHC-AZ55D and DHC- AZ33D. Each model consists of the following components. DHC-AZ55D Unit: HCD-AZ55D (Tuner/DVD player/ Stereo cassette deck/Amplifier) Speaker system: SS-AZ55D (Front speakers) SS-RSX77D (Surround speakers) SS-CT77D (Center speaker) DHC-AZD Unit: HCD-AZ33D (Tuner/DVD player/... -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents About this manual ... 4 Playable discs ... 7 Guide to parts and controls ...12 Getting Started Hooking up the system...20 Hooking up the TV...23 Positioning the speakers ...26 Setting the clock ...29 Performing “QUICK” setup ...30 Using the “THEATRE SYNC” function ...32 Disc Playing a disc ...34... -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Additional Information Troubleshooting ... 108 Precautions ... 122 Specifications ... 124 Guide to the Control Menu display ... 128 Language code list ... 133 Playable USB devices ... 135 Glossary ... 136 Index ... 141... -
Page 7: Playable Discs
Playable discs Type Characteristics DVD VIDEO DVD VIDEO DVD-R*/-RW*/+R/+RW in DVD VIDEO format * also in video mode VR mode DVD-R/-RW in VR (Video Recording) mode VIDEO CD VIDEO CD Super VCD CD-R*/-RW* * in VIDEO CD or Super VCD format AUDIO CD CD-R*/-RW* * in AUDIO CD format... - Page 8 Type DATA DVD DVD-ROM/-R/-RW/+R/+RW in DATA DVD format containing MP3 audio tracks files conforming to UDF (Universal Disk Format). This system can also play back discs with the following disc logos: MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio data.
- Page 9 Discs that cannot be played CD-ROMs recorded in PHOTO CD format DATA CDs recorded in MP3 PRO format Data part of CD-Extras Data part of Mixed CDs Super Audio CDs DVD Audio discs DVD-RAMs ...
- Page 10 Notes on CD-R/-RW and DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW In some cases, CD-Rs/-RWs and DVD-Rs/-RWs/+Rs/+RWs cannot be played back 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 be played back if it has not been correctly finalized.
- Page 11 DivX, Inc. and are used under license. “WALKMAN” and “WALKMAN” logo are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. MICROVAULT is a trademark of Sony Corporation. MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
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Page 12: Guide To Parts And Controls
Guide to parts and controls This manual mainly explains operations using the remote, but the same operations can also be performed using the buttons on the unit having the same or similar names. Unit... - Page 13 Remote control * The DISC SKIP button is not available for this model. (on/standby) (21, 77, 106, 119) Press to turn on the system. Remote: TV (on/standby) (26) Press to turn on the TV. STANDBY indicator (108) Lights up when the system is turned off.
- Page 14 Unit: (play) (34, 73, 79, 98) Remote: (play) (34, 73, 79, Touch or press to start playback. (pause) (24, 35, 73) (stop) (35, 71, 73, 77, 98, 119) Touch or press to stop or pause playback. +/...
- Page 15 Unit: DSGX (87) Press to reinforce the bass. SOUND FIELD (88) Press to select the sound field for the surround sound. Unit: PRESET EQ (87) Press to select the sound effect. Unit: EQ EDIT (87) Press to select the frequency band. ...
- Page 16 DVD/TUNER MENU (45, 50, 53, 70, 82) Press to display the menu items on the TV screen. Press to preset the radio station. DISPLAY (31, 41, 46, 53, 57, 58, 63, 82, 94, 103, 128) Press to display the Control Menu on the TV screen.
- Page 17 Press to set the clock and the timers. THEATRE SYNC (32) Press to activate the “THEATRE SYNC” function. This button is used to operate a Sony TV. For details, see “Operating a Sony TV” (page 26). The numeric button 5 , TV VOL + ...
- Page 18 Display...
- Page 19 Indicates the type of disc being played back. (34) Indicates the selected play mode. (41) Indicates the file format. Lights up when the title or chapter number is displayed. Lights up in “TUNER” function. (70) ...
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Page 20: Hooking Up The System
Getting Started Hooking up the system FM lead antenna (Extend it horizontally.) AM loop antenna Front speaker (Right) Front speaker (Left) Center speaker (DHC-AZ55D only) Surround speaker (Right) (DHC-AZ55D only) Surround speaker (Left) (DHC-AZ55D only) Wall socket... - Page 21 FM/AM antennas Find a location and an orientation that provide good reception, and then set up the antenna. Keep the antennas away from the speaker cords and the power cord to avoid picking up noise. Speakers The speaker cord plugs are color-coded with their respective speaker terminals.
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Page 22: Attaching The Speaker Pads
Inserting two R6 (size AA) batteries into the remote Slide and remove the battery compartment lid, and insert the two supplied R6 (size AA) batteries, side first, matching the polarities shown below. Note If you do not use the remote for a long period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion. -
Page 23: Hooking Up The Tv
When carrying this system Perform the following procedure to protect the DVD mechanism. Use buttons on the unit for the operation. Press / to turn on the system, then touch DVD Make sure that no disc is loaded in the system and check that “No Disc”... - Page 24 Press / to turn off the system. Press DISPLAY repeatedly until “SONY DEMO” appears in the display. Press / on the unit while touching on the unit. The system turns on automatically and the color system is changed.
- Page 25 Changing the format of the video signal output from COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks Progressive is a method for displaying TV images that reduces flickering and sharpens the image. To use this method, you need to connect to a TV that can accept progressive signals.
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Page 26: Positioning The Speakers
Turn on the TV and select the video input so that you can view the pictures from this system. Operating a Sony TV You can use the following buttons to operate a Sony TV. These buttons have been marked in orange. Turn the TV on or off Switch the TV’s... - Page 27 Place the surround speakers. Position the surround speakers within the respective gray ranges. Positioning both surround speakers the same distance from the listening position is effective. Notes Do not place the surround speakers on top of a TV.* This may cause distortion of the colors in the TV screen.
- Page 28 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.
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Page 29: Setting The Clock
Setting the clock Use buttons on the remote to set the clock. Press / to turn on the system. Press TIMER MENU The hour indication flashes in the display. If “PLAY SET?” flashes in the display, press or repeatedly to select “CLOCK SET?, ”... -
Page 30: Performing "Quick" Setup
Performing “QUICK” setup Before using the system, you can make the minimum basic adjustments in “QUICK” setup. If you do not want to perform “QUICK” setup, press CLEAR in step 3. The guide message will disappear from the TV screen. Turn on your TV and select the video input. - Page 31 Press or repeatedly to select the setting that matches your TV type. If you have a : standard TV: Select “4:3 LETTER BOX” or “4:3 PAN SCAN” (page 65) If you have a wide-screen TV or a : standard TV with wide-screen mode: Select “16:9”...
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Page 32: Using The "Theatre Sync Function
Using the “THEATRE when playback SYNC” function THEATRE SYNC turn on your Sony TV and this system, changes the system’s function to “DVD” and then switches the TV’s input source you have set with just one button. Register the TV’s input source connected to this system. - Page 33 The transmission time varies depending on the TV. To change the transmission time Press the following buttons while holding down Press Transmission time 0.5 (Default) Note This function is only for Sony TV series, however, some TV products may also not work.
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Page 34: Playing A Disc
Disc Playing a disc Normal Play Depending on the DVD VIDEO or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the disc. Example: When playing a DVD VIDEO Title number Press FUNCTION +/ repeatedly to select “DVD”... - Page 35 Notes When you turn on the system, the disc is not pulled into the disc slot until “No Disc” appears in the display. Do not attempt to push in the disc until “No Disc” appears. When pressing ...
- Page 36 Do this Watch frame by Press frame (Slow- SLOW motion Play) playback is paused. Each time you press or SLOW the playback speed changes. To return to normal playback, press touch on the unit) Press STEP Play one frame at a go to the next frame time (Freeze...
- Page 37 Displaying multi-angles and subtitles Changing the angles (DVD VIDEO only) You can change the viewing angle while playing a DVD VIDEO on which various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded. Press ANGLE repeatedly during playback. Each time you press ANGLE ...
- Page 38 When playing a DVD VIDEO: Depending on the DVD VIDEO, the option of language and audio format varies. When a 4-digit number is displayed, the digits represent a language code (see “Language code list” (page 133)). When the same language is displayed two or more times, the DVD VIDEO is recorded in multiple audio formats.
- Page 39 Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC functions (Version 2.0) PBC Playback (VIDEO CD only) You can use the PBC (Playback Control) menus on your TV screen to enjoy the disc’s interactive software. The menu format and structure may differ depending on each disc. Press (or touch on the ...
- Page 40 While playing a disc, press stop playback. “Resume” appears in the display. If “Resume” does not appear, Resume Play is not available. Press (or touch on the unit) The system starts playback from the point you stopped the disc in step 1. Notes ...
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Page 41: Using Play Mode
Using play mode Creating your own program Program Play You can make a program of up to 99 steps in the order you want them to be played back. Press DISPLAY The Control Menu appears on the TV screen. Press ... - Page 42 Press (or touch on the unit) Program Play starts. When the Program Play ends, you can restart the same program by pressing (or touch on the unit) To change a programmed step: Press or the programmed step number you want to change.
- Page 43 Playing in random order Shuffle Play You can play back the tracks on the disc in random order. Each time you perform Shuffle Play, the playing order may differ. Press DISPLAY The Control Menu appears on the TV screen.
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Page 44: Playing Repeatedly
Playing repeatedly Repeat Play You can play back all the titles, tracks, files or a single title, chapter, track or file on a disc repeatedly. You can select Shuffle Play and Program Play at the same time. Press DISPLAY The Control Menu appears on the TV screen. -
Page 45: Searching/Selecting A Disc
Press (or touch on the unit) Repeat Play starts. To cancel Repeat Play, press CLEAR or select “OFF” in step 3. To turn off the Control Menu Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu disappears from the TV screen. Notes ... - Page 46 Press DVD TOP MENU DVD/TUNER MENU The menu appears on the TV screen. The contents of the menu vary depending on the disc. Press / / / numeric buttons the title or item you want to play back.
- Page 47 Press DISPLAY . When playing a DATA CD/DVD with JPEG image files, press DISPLAY twice. The Control Menu appears on the TV screen. Press or repeatedly to select the search item. Example: when you select (CHAPTER) “** (**)”...
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Page 48: Picture Navigation
To search for a particular point using the time code Time Search (DVD VIDEO and DVD-R/-RW in VR mode only) Press DISPLAY Press or repeatedly to select (TIME/TEXT). “T **:**:**” (elapsed playing time of the current title) is selected. Press ENTER “T **:**:**” changes to “T--:--:--”. Input the time code using the numeric buttons ... -
Page 49: Playing Mp3/Jpeg Discs
Press /// to select a chapter, title or track, then press ENTER The system starts playing from the selected scene. To cancel searching Press RETURN DISPLAY Note Depending on the disc, you may not be able to select some items. - Page 50 Selecting an MP3 audio track or album Insert a disc in the disc slot The system starts playing the first album. Press DVD/TUNER MENU The album list appears on the TV screen. Press or select an album. Playing an album: Press ...
- Page 51 To play back the next album of MP3 audio tracks You can select the next album by pressing repeatedly until the last track of the current album, then press once. The first track of the next album is selected. However, you cannot select the previous album by pressing repeatedly.
- Page 52 Press / / / image you want to view, then press (or touch on the unit) The slide show starts from the selected image file. To stop playback, press To display the next or previous page of album list Press ...
- Page 53 Playing MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files as a slide show with sound You can play back a slide show with sound by first placing both JPEG image files and MP3 audio tracks in the same album on a DATA CD/DVD. Insert a disc in the disc slot The system starts playing the first album.
- Page 54 The maximum number of MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files on an album which this system can recognize is: 600 when “MODE (MP3, JPEG)” is set to “AUDIO (MP3)” or “IMAGE (JPEG). ” 300 when “MODE (MP3, JPEG)” is set to “AUTO.
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Page 55: Enjoying Divx® Video Files
Selecting a transition effect for image files in the slide show (JPEG image files only) Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu for JPEG image files appears on the TV screen. Press or repeatedly to select (EFFECT), then press ENTER The options for “EFFECT” appear on the TV screen. - Page 56 Playing an album of DivX video files or a DivX video file Insert a DATA CD/DVD with DivX video files in the disc slot The system starts playing the first album. Press DVD/TUNER MENU The album list appears on the TV screen.
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Page 57: Picture And Sound
To return to the album list when the file list is displayed Press RETURN To turn on or off the album list Press DVD/TUNER MENU repeatedly. Notes Depending on the DivX video file, the picture may pause or be unclear. In this case, it is recommended that you create the file at a lower bit rate. If the sound is still noisy, MP3 is the recommended audio format. -
Page 58: Restricting Playback Of The Disc
Restricting playback of the disc CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL/ PARENTAL CONTROL You can set 2 kinds of playback restrictions for the disc you want. Custom Parental Control You can set playback restrictions so that the system will not play back inappropriate discs. Parental Control You can limit the playback of some DVD VIDEOs according to a predetermined level such as the age of the users. - Page 59 If you have not registered a password: The display for registering a new password appears. Enter a 4-digit password using the numeric buttons , then press ENTER The display for confirming the password appears on the TV screen. When you have already registered a password: The display for entering the password...
- Page 60 Enter your 4-digit password using the numeric buttons ENTER The system is ready for playback. If you forget your password, enter the 6- digit number “199703” using the numeric buttons when the “CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL” display asks you for your password, then press ENTER will ask you to enter a new 4-digit password.
- Page 61 Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password using the numeric buttons , then press ENTER The display for setting the playback limitation level appears. Press or repeatedly to select “STANDARD, ” then press ENTER The options for “STANDARD” appear on the TV screen.
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Page 62: Changing The Password
Notes The Control Menu display will show different items depending on the disc type. When you play back DVD VIDEOs which do not have the Parental Control function, playback cannot be limited on this system. Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may be asked to change the Parental Control level while playing the disc. - Page 63 Using the DVD setup menu By using the DVD setup menu, you can make various adjustments to items such as picture and sound. Note Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over the DVD setup menu settings. Therefore, some of the DVD setup menu settings may not be performed.
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Page 64: Dvd Setup Menu Item List
Press or select the setting you want, then press ENTER The setting is selected and setup is completed. Selected setting DVD setup menu item list Setting the language “LANGUAGE SETUP” Set various languages for the on-screen display or sound track. repeatedly to (On-Screen Display) Switches the language of the on-screen... - Page 65 Setting the TV screen “SCREEN SETUP” Choose the settings according to the TV you connected. The default setting is underlined. TV TYPE (DVD VIDEO only) 16:9: Select this when you connect a wide-screen TV or a TV with a wide mode function. 4:3 LETTER BOX: Select this when you connect a 4:3 screen TV.
- Page 66 BACKGROUND Selects the background color or picture to be displayed on the TV screen. The background color or picture is displayed when playback is stopped or while playing an AUDIO CD and MP3 audio tracks. JACKET PICTURE: The jacket picture (still picture) appears in the background, but only when the jacket picture is already recorded on the disc (DVD...
- Page 67 MULTI-DISC RESUME (DVD VIDEO and VIDEO CD only) ON: Stores the resume playback point in the memory for up to 40 discs. OFF: Does not store the resume playback point in the memory. Playback starts at the resume playback point only for the current disc in the system.
- Page 68 Setting the speakers SETUP” To obtain the best possible surround sound, set the connection of the speakers and their distance from your listening position. Then, use the test tone to adjust the level of the speakers to the same level. CONNECTION FRONT: YES CENTER (DHC-AZ55D only): YES: Normally select this.
- Page 69 LEVEL (SURROUND) (DHC-AZ55D only) You can adjust the level of each surround speakers as follows. Be sure to set “TEST TONE” to “ON” for easy adjustment. L 0.0 dB R 0.0 dB TEST TONE (DHC-AZ55D only) OFF: The test tone is not emitted from the speakers.
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Page 70: Listening To The Radio
Tuner Listening to the radio You can listen to a radio station either by selecting a preset station, or by manually tuning in the station. Listening to a preset radio station Press FUNCTION +/ repeatedly to select “TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” (or touch TUNER/ ... - Page 71 “TUNER AM” (or touch TUNER/BAND “AM”). Press / Press DISPLAY “SONY DEMO” appears in the display. Press / touching “AM 9k Step” or “AM 10k Step” appears in the display. When you change the interval, all the AM preset stations are erased.
- Page 72 Tips To improve broadcast reception, adjust the supplied antennas, or connect an external antenna. When an FM stereo program has static noise, press REPEAT/FM MODE until “MONO” lights up in the display. There will be no stereo effect, but the reception will improve.
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Page 73: Playing A Tape
Tape Playing a tape You can use TYPE I (normal) tape. Press FUNCTION +/ repeatedly (or touch TAPE the unit) to select “TAPE. ” Insert a tape. Press PUSH OPEN/CLOSE on the unit to insert a tape into the cassette holder with the side you want to play back facing forward. -
Page 74: Recording Onto A Tape
Recording onto a tape There are three ways to record on a TYPE I (normal) tape. Use the buttons on the unit for the operation. CD Synchro Recording You can record an entire VIDEO CD or AUDIO CD onto a tape. The recording level is adjusted automatically. -
Page 75: Start Recording
Set the tape deck to stand by for recording. For CD Synchro Recording: Press CD SYNC If the play mode is set to Shuffle Play, Program Play or Repeat Play, it automatically switches to Normal Play. For Manual Recording and Sound Mixing: Press START... - Page 76 Tips If you select both sides recording and the tape reaches the end of the front side part-way through a track, the entire track is recorded again from the beginning of the reverse side. When you record on both sides, be sure to start from the front side.
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Page 77: Listening To Music Of An Usb Device
USB Device Listening to music of an USB device You can connect an optional USB device (Digital music player or USB storage media) to the (USB) port unit and listen to music stored in the USB device. See “Playable USB devices” (page 135) for a list of USB devices that can be connected to this system. - Page 78 Notes on the USB device The system can play back up to 200 albums, including albums that do not contain MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files. The system can play back MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files. The system will play back any data with the extension “.MP3”, “.JPG”...
- Page 79 Selecting an MP3 audio track or album Insert an USB device to the (USB) port The album list appears on the TV screen. Press or repeatedly to select an album. Playing an album: Press (or touch on the ...
- Page 80 To play back the next album of MP3 audio tracks You can select the next album by pressing repeatedly until the last track of the current album, then press once. The first track of the next album is selected. However, you cannot select the previous album by pressing repeatedly.
- Page 81 Press / / / to select the image you want to view, then press (or touch on the unit) The slide show starts from the selected image file. To stop playback, press To display the next or previous page of album list ...
- Page 82 Playing MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files as a slide show with sound You can play back a slide show with sound by first placing both JPEG image files and MP3 audio tracks in the same album. Insert an USB device to the ...
- Page 83 The maximum number of MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files on an album which this system can recognize is: 600 when “MODE (MP3, JPEG)” is set to “AUDIO (MP3)” or “IMAGE (JPEG). ” 300 when “MODE (MP3, JPEG)” is set to “AUTO.
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Page 84: Playing In Random Order
Selecting a transition effect for image files in the slide show (JPEG image files only) Press DISPLAY the Control Menu for JPEG image files appears on the TV screen. Press or repeatedly to select (EFFECT), then press ENTER The options for “EFFECT” appear on the TV screen. ... - Page 85 To turn off the Control Menu Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu disappears from the TV screen. Notes Shuffle Play is canceled when you remove the USB device. you turn off the system. you change the function. The same song may be played back repeatedly for MP3 audio tracks.
- Page 86 Press ENTER Press (or touch on the unit) Repeat Play starts. To cancel Repeat Play, press CLEAR or select “OFF” in step 3. To turn off the Control Menu Press DISPLAY the Control Menu disappears from the TV screen. Notes ...
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Page 87: Adjusting The Sound
Sound Adjustment Adjusting the sound Generating a more dynamic sound (Dynamic Sound Generator X-tra) You can reinforce the bass and create a more powerful sound. The “DSGX” setting is ideal for music sources. Press DSGX on the unit repeatedly. Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows: DSGX ON ... -
Page 88: Selecting The Sound Field
Press or adjust the level. Frequency band Repeat steps 1 and 2 to adjust the level of other frequency bands. Press EQ EDIT repeatedly to exit the setting mode. Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows: “LOW”... - Page 89 A.F.D. AUTO (Auto Format Direct Auto) The number of sound channels depends on the source. During DVD function, when 2 channel sources such as AUDIO CD, VIDEO CD and MP3 audio tracks are played back, only 2 sound channels would be output.
- Page 90 the system is in standby for recording or during recording. a microphone is connected. the Karaoke Mode is turned on. DHC-AZ33D: When the headphones are not connected: CH STEREO Reproduces stereo output from multi channel sources such as DVD VIDEOs during “DVD”...
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Page 91: Singing Along: Karaoke
“LINK” is selected. For DHC-AZ33D, “VIRTUAL A, ” “VIRTUAL B” and “HP VIRTUAL” are effective only when a multi channel source is played. “VIRTUAL A, ” “VIRTUAL B” and “HP VIRTUAL”... -
Page 92: The Unit
Turn ECHO LEVEL on the unit. Turn ECHO LEVEL on the unit to “MIN. ” output from the DVD/USB DIGITAL OUT jack (DHC-AZ33D only). when you: turn off the system. change the function. connect the headphones. turn on the test tone (DHC-AZ55D only). - Page 93 “Dolby Digital Karaoke” format (DVD VIDEO only) The Dolby Digital format, which reproduces surround sound using 5 channels, can also contain the “Dolby Digital Karaoke” format which is specialized for karaoke. In the “Dolby Digital Karaoke” format discs, guide melody and guide vocal tracks are recorded in addition to the accompaniment.
- Page 94 Enjoying karaoke using the control menu Press DISPLAY twice when Karaoke Mode is turned on while playing a disc. The Control Menu appears on the TV screen. Press or select the Karaoke item from the displayed list, then press ENTER ...
- Page 95 When playing a VIDEO CD or AUDIO OFF (Turns off the vocal) L+R (The same sound is output from both speakers) STEREO (The standard stereo sound) When playing a Super VCD: OFF (Turns off the vocal) 1:L+R ...
- Page 96 You can also change the “KEY CONTROL” setting by pressing KEY CONTROL reduce the key and KEY CONTROL increase the key when the Karaoke Mode is turned on. The “KEY CONTROL” setting is automatically changed to default setting when you change the track or title.
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Page 97: Using The Timer
Other Operations Using the timer Falling asleep to music Sleep Timer You can set the system to turn off after a certain time, so that you can fall asleep to music. Press SLEEP repeatedly to select the time you want. Setting the timer Play Timer/Rec Timer ... - Page 98 Set the time to stop playback or recording using the same procedure as step 4. Select the sound source or prepare the tape. For Play Timer: Press or music source (DVD, tape or tuner) you want appears in the display, then ...
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Page 99: Changing The Display
Changing the display Turning off the display Power Saving Mode The demonstration display and the clock display can be turned off to minimize the amount of power consumed during standby mode (Power Saving Mode). Press DISPLAY repeatedly while the system is turned off. ... - Page 100 When a chapter other than above condition is played back Elapsed playing time of the current title Remaining time of the current title Elapsed playing time of the current chapter Remaining time of the current chapter ...
- Page 101 When Program Play or Shuffle Play is turned on, the elapsed playing time and the remaining time of the disc would be skipped. The current track number and the current index number (for a disc without PBC) or the current scene number (for a disc with PBC) are displayed for 2 seconds before the display returns to the elapsed playing time.
- Page 102 When playing a DVD VIDEO or DVD- R/-RW in VR mode: Elapsed playing time of the current title Remaining time of the current title Elapsed playing time of the current chapter Remaining time of the current chapter ...
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Page 103: Components
The date information format varies depending on the area. Hooking up optional components To enhance your system, you can connect optional components. Refer to the operating instructions provided with each component. DHC-AZ33D is used for illustration purposes. Rear panel DATA CD JPEG Continued... - Page 104 (not supplied) that has video output function, connect the adaptor directly to the TV. DVD/USB DIGITAL OUT jack (DHC-AZ33D only) Connect the digital optical input jack of an optional digital component (such as amplifier). You can enjoy 5.1 channel sound, if the connected amplifier equipped with Dolby Digital or DTS decoder.
- Page 105 VIDEO/SAT OUT L/R jacks Connect the audio input jacks of an optional component (such as VCR or MD deck). VIDEO/SAT IN L/R jacks Connect the audio output jacks of an optional component (such as VCR or satellite tuner). ...
- Page 106 Listening to a connected VCR or satellite tuner Press FUNCTION +/ repeatedly (or touch VIDEO/SAT on the unit) to select “VIDEO” or “SAT. ” Start playing the connected component. To switch between the “VIDEO” and “SAT” function Keep touching VIDEO/SAT unit and press ...
- Page 107 Enjoying the multi channel sound with the optional amplifier (DHC-AZ33D only) Connect the digital optical cord. See “Hooking up optional components” (page 103). Connect the speakers to an optional amplifier equipped with a decoder.
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Page 108: Troubleshooting
Find your problem in the troubleshooting checklist below and take the indicated corrective action. If the problem persists after doing all of the above, consult your nearest Sony dealer. If the STANDBY indicator flashes Immediately unplug the power cord, and check the following items. - Page 109 There is no sound. Press VOLUME + (or touch VOLUME + on the unit) repeatedly. The headphones are connected to the PHONES jack Check the speaker connections (page 21). There is no audio output during Rec Timer.
- Page 110 Make sure that “SURROUND” is set to “SIDE” or “BEHIND. ” Make sure that “CENTER” is set to “YES. ” Disc Player The disc does not eject and “LOCKED” appears in the display. Consult your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
- Page 111 CD Synchro Recording, then press on the unit to eject the disc. Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Playback does not start. Check whether a disc is loaded. Wipe the disc clean (page 122). Reload the disc.
- Page 112 The DATA CD/DVD (MP audio track/JPEG image file/DivX video file) cannot be played back. The DATA CD is not recorded in a format that conforms to ISO 9660 Level 1, Level 2, or Joliet (expansion format). The DATA DVD is not recorded in a format that conforms to UDF (Universal Disk Format).
- Page 113 (USB) port . Make sure there is no problem with the USB device. If this display pattern persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer. Are you using a supported USB device? If you connect an unsupported USB device, the following problems may occur.
- Page 114 There is no sound. The USB device is not inserted correctly. Turn off the system, then reinsert the USB device and check if “USB MEMORY” is displayed. The sound is distorted. The bit rate used when encoding the MP3 files was low.
- Page 115 “Data error” appears on the TV screen when playing an USB device. The MP3 audio track/JPEG image file you want to play is broken. The data is not MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 data. The JPEG image file format does not conform to DCF.
- Page 116 MP audio tracks or JPEG image files take longer to play back than others. After the system reads all tracks or files on the USB device, playback may take more time than usual if: the number of albums, tracks or files ...
- Page 117 Keep the speaker cords away from the antennas. When you play back a VIDEO CD recorded in a different color system from the one you set to the system, the picture image may be distorted. When you connect your TV to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks and play back video-based software in progressive signal format, some...
- Page 118 Tuner The radio presetting is canceled. The power cord is disconnected or a power failure occurred for longer than a day. Redo “Listening to a preset radio station” (page 70). There is severe hum or noise. (“TUNED” or “STEREO” flashes in the display) ...
- Page 119 Optional components There is no sound. Refer to General item “There is no sound. ” (page 109) and check the condition of the system. Connect the component properly (page 103) while checking: if the cords are connected properly. if the cord plugs are firmly inserted ...
- Page 120 [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...
- Page 121 Messages One of the following messages may appear or flash in the front panel display during operation. Cannot Play A disc that cannot be played back was inserted. A DVD VIDEO with unsupported region code was inserted. Data Error ...
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Page 122: Precautions
PASSWORD Custom Parental Control or Parental Control is set. Please Wait The system is doing initialization process. The system is readying for usage of an USB device. Push STOP! You have pressed the buttons whose operation is only possible when playback is stopped. - Page 123 Should any solid object or liquid get into the system, unplug the system, and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it again. AC power cord must be changed only at a qualified service shop. On placement ...
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Page 124: Specifications
To prevent a tape from being accidentally recorded over Break off the cassette’s overwrite protection tab from side A or B as illustrated. Break off the cassette To later reuse the tape for recording, cover the broken tab with adhesive tape. About a tape longer than 0 minutes The use of the tape with more than 90 minutes of play time is not recommended except for... - Page 125 75 ohms COMPONENT VIDEO OUT: Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms Pb/Cb: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms Pr/Cr: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms DVD/USB DIGITAL OUT (DHC-AZ33D only) (Square optical connector jack, rear panel): Wavelength 660 nm PHONES (stereo mini jack): accepts headphones of 8 ohms or...
- Page 126 AM tuner section Tuning range: European, Russian and Saudi Arabian models: 531 1,602 kHz (with the interval set at 9 kHz) Australian model: 531 1,710 kHz (with the interval set at 9 kHz) 530 1,710 kHz (with the interval set at 10 kHz) Other models: 531 ...
- Page 127 Power consumption DHC-AZ55D: 110 W DHC-AZ33D: 65 W (European model: 0.4 W in Power Saving Mode) Dimensions (w/h/d) (excl. speakers) DHC-AZ55D: Approx. 190 × 380 × 325 mm DHC-AZ33D: Approx. 190 × 380 × 325 mm Mass (excl. speakers) DHC-AZ55D: Approx. 6.6 kg DHC-AZ33D: Approx.
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Page 128: Display
Guide to the Control Menu display Use the Control Menu to select a function and to view related information. Press DISPLAY repeatedly to turn on, turn off 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 ... - Page 129 List of Control Menu items Item Item Name, Relevant Disc Type, Function [TITLE] (page )/[SCENE]/[TRACK] (page ) Selects the title, scene, or track to be played back. [CHAPTER] (page )/[INDEX] Selects the chapter or index to be played back. [TRACK] (page ) Selects the track to be played back.
- Page 130 Item Item Name, Relevant Disc Type, Function [SHUFFLE] (page , ) Plays back the tracks in random order. [REPEAT] (page , 5) Plays back the entire disc (all titles/all tracks/all albums) repeatedly or one title/chapter/track/album/file repeatedly. [A/V SYNC] (page 57) Sets the delay time between the sound and display.
- Page 131 Item Item Name, Relevant Disc Type, Function [ALBUM] (page ) Selects the album to be played back. [FILE] (page ) Selects the JPEG image file or DivX video file to be played back. [DATE] Displays the date when the picture was taken by a digital camera. [INTERVAL] (page 5, ) Specifies the duration for which the slides are displayed on the TV...
- Page 132 Item Item Name, Relevant Disc Type, Function [KEY CONTROL] Changes the key to suit your vocal range. [SCORE MODE] Selects the level for scoring mode. [KARAOKE PON] Enjoys karaoke with a stereo-recorded disc by reducing the sound of the vocals. [VOCAL SELECT] Selects the guide vocal recorded on the “Dolby Digital Karaoke”...
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Page 133: Language Code List
Language code list The language spellings conform to the ISO 639:1988 (E/F) standard. Code Language Code Language 1027 Afar 1186 Scots Gaelic 1028 Abkhazian 1194 Galician 1032 Afrikaans 1196 Guarani 1039 Amharic 1203 Gujarati 1044 Arabic 1209 Hausa 1045 Assamese 1217 Hindi 1051 Aymara 1226... - Page 134 Parental Control area code list Code Area Code Area 2044 Argentina 2165 2047 Australia 2174 2046 Austria 2109 2057 Belgium 2248 2070 Brazil 2238 2079 Canada 2254 2090 Chile 2276 2092 China 2304 2115 Denmark 2363 Code Area Finland 2362 Mexico France 2376...
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Page 135: Playable Usb Devices
Playable USB devices You can use the following Sony USB devices on this system. Verified Sony digital music player (as of April 2007) Product name Model name ® NWD-B103 / B105 / Walkman B103F / B105F Verified Sony IC Recorder (as of April 2007) Product name Model name IC Recorder ICD-U50 / U60 / U70... -
Page 136: Glossary
Digital Cinema Sound (DCS) This is the generic name of the surround sound produced by digital signal processing technology developed by Sony. Unlike previous surround sound fields mainly directed at the reproduction of music, Digital Cinema Sound is designed specifically for the enjoyment of movies. - Page 137 Dolby Pro Logic II This technology converts 2 channel stereo recorded audio into 5.1 channels for playback. There is a Movie mode for movies and Music mode for stereo sources such as music. Old movies encoded in traditional stereo format can be enhanced with 5.1 channel surround sound.
- Page 138 DVD-RW A DVD-RW is a recordable and rewritable disc that is the same size as a DVD VIDEO. The DVD-RW has two different modes: VR mode and Video mode. DVD-RWs created in Video mode have the same format as a DVD VIDEO, while discs created in VR (Video Recording) mode allow the contents to be programmed or edited.
- Page 139 Multi Session This is a recording method that enables adding of data using the Track-At-Once method. Conventional CDs begin at a CD control area called the Lead-in and end at an area called Lead-out. A Multi Session disc is a disc having multiple sessions, with each segment from Lead-in to Lead-out regarded as a single session.
- Page 140 VIDEO CD A compact disc that contains moving pictures. The picture data uses the MPEG 1 format, one of the worldwide standards for digital compression technology. The picture data is compressed to about 1/140 of its original size. Consequently, a 12 cm VIDEO CD can contain up to 74 minutes of moving pictures.
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Page 141: Index
Index Symbols 16:9 65 4:3 LETTER BOX 65 4:3 PAN SCAN 65 5.1 Channel Surround 102, A/V SYNC 57, 130 ALBUM 44, 85, 131 Album 136 ANGLE 37 AUDIO 64 AUDIO DRC 67 Auto Pause 136 BACKGROUND 66 Batteries 22 CHAPTER 44, 129 Chapter 35, 136 COLD RESET 119... - Page 142 ORIGINAL 46, 129 OSD 64 Other Component Hookup PARENTAL CONTROL 58, 130 Parental Control 139 PAUSE MODE 66 PBC Playback 39 PICTURE NAVI 48 Playback Control (PBC) 139 PLAY LIST 46, 129 PROGRAM 41, 129 Program Play 41 PROGRESSIVE AUTO 25 Progressive format 139 PROGRESSIVE VIDEO 25 Quick setup display 30...