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Sony DAV IS50 - Bravia Theater Home System Operating Instructions Manual

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3-299-548-11(1)
DVD Home Theatre System
Operating Instructions
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©2008 Sony Corporation
Sony Corporation
http://www.sony.net/
Printed in Malaysia

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  • Page 1 3-299-548-11(1) DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions ©2008 Sony Corporation Sony Corporation http://www.sony.net/ Printed in Malaysia...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    (including amplifiers) that produce heat. the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two Model No. DAV-IS50 blades with one wider than the other.

  • Page 3: About This Operating Instructions

    10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or About This Operating pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the Instructions apparatus. 11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. • The instructions in this Operating Instructions 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or describe the controls on the remote.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents About This Operating Instructions..3 Adjusting the Delay Between the About the S-AIR function....... 3 Picture and Sound......46 Playable Discs......... 6 (A/V SYNC) Playing MP3 Files/JPEG Image Files .. 47 Getting Started Playing MP3 Files and JPEG Image Step 1: Positioning the Speakers...
  • Page 5 Other Operations Additional Information Controlling the TV with the Supplied Precautions..........89 Remote..........69 Notes about the Discs ......90 Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound ... 71 Troubleshooting........91 (DUAL MONO) Self-diagnosis Function ......98 Enjoying the Sound at Low Volume..71 (When letters/numbers appear in (NIGHT MODE) the display)

  • 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 Example of discs that the system cannot play The system cannot play the following discs: • CD-ROM/CD-R/CD-RW other than those recorded in the formats listed on page 6 • CD-ROM recorded in PHOTO CD format • Data part of CD-Extra •...
  • Page 8 Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies This product is designed to play back discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, various music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies are marketed by some record companies. Please be aware that among those discs, there are some that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product.
  • 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) • AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Calibration microphone (1) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Speakers (5) • Video Cord (1) • Brackets (5) • Wrench (1) •...

  • Page 11: Step 1: Positioning The Speakers

    Using the subwoofer Step 1: Positioning the efficiently Speakers To reinforce the bass sound, place the subwoofer possible close to a wall. For the best possible surround sound, all the speakers other than the subwoofer should be Close to a wall placed at the same distance from the listening position (1).
  • Page 12 In this case, place the subwoofer away from the TV. • When you change the position of the speakers, Sony recommends that you change the settings. For details, see “Calibrating the Appropriate Settings...

  • Page 13: Installing The Speakers On A 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 14 Remove the rear cap using the wrench (supplied), and remove the speaker pedestal using a screwdriver (+) (not supplied). Wrench (supplied) Rear cap 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.
  • Page 15 Reconnect the detached speaker cords, matching 3/# to the appropriate speaker terminals (1), and then push the lever down completely (2). • If it is difficult to push the lever down, use the wrench (supplied). Reattach the rear cap using the wrench (supplied). Secure the speaker to the bracket with the screw in Step 3 using hole 4.
  • Page 16 About connecting speaker cord The connectors of the speaker cords are the same color as the jacks to be connected. Do not catch the speaker cords insulation in the speaker Black 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 17: 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 18 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 19: 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 has the same color as the jacks to be connected. Front speaker (R) Front speaker (L) Center speaker Speaker cords Green White...
  • Page 20 Audio cord Digital optical cord (not supplied) (not supplied) White To the digital optical output To the AUDIO OUT jacks of jack of the TV the TV Rear of the control unit DMPORT HDMI** cable Video cord Component video cord (not supplied) (supplied) (not supplied)*...

  • Page 21: 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 22 Wireless system option By using an S-AIR product (not supplied), you can enjoy wireless performance by transmission from the system. For details, see “Using an S-AIR Product” (page 63) or refer to the operating instructions of the S-AIR product. If your TV has multiple audio/video inputs You can enjoy the sound with the speakers of the system through the connected TV.

  • Page 23: Connecting The Antenna (Aerial)

    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 24 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 19). Rear of the subwoofer To a wall outlet (mains) AC power cord (mains lead)

  • Page 25: 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 adjustments for using the system. OSD: ENGLISH MENU:...
  • Page 26 Press Note [AUTO CALIBRATION] starts. Be quiet • The ECM-AC2 jack is used for the supplied calibration microphone only. Do not connect during the measurement. other microphones. Note • Loud test sound is output when [AUTO Rear of the control unit CALIBRATION] starts.
  • Page 27 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 19), select the type of video output of the stop mode.
  • Page 28 Does your TV accept progressive Press C/c to select [START], then press signals? The system outputs the progressive signal Progressive is the method for displaying TV for 5 seconds. Check that the screen is images which reduces flickering and sharpens displayed correctly.

  • Page 29: 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 30 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 31: 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 32: 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 33: 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 34: Enjoying Sound From All Speakers

    Enjoying Sound from all Speakers You can enjoy TV or VCR sound from all the speakers in this system. For details, see “Connecting the TV” (page 19) and “Connecting the other components” (page 21). FUNCTION X/x/c, SYSTEM MENU Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “TV” or “SAT/CABLE” appears in the front panel display.

  • Page 35: 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 36: 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 37: 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 38: 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 39: (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 40: Using The Dvd's Menu

    Press Using the DVD’s Menu The item is selected. To return to normal play Press CLEAR or select [OFF] in step 3. A DVD is divided into a lot of sections, which To turn off the Control Menu make up a picture or music feature. These display sections are called “titles”.

  • Page 41: 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 recorded in multiple x Super VCD...

  • Page 42: 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 only) If you press AUDIO repeatedly during playback, the format of the current audio signal This function is only available for DVD-VRs (PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.) appears as with a playlist created.

  • Page 43: Viewing Information About The Disc

    Note Viewing Information About • The system can only display the first level of the DVD/CD text, such as the disc name or title. the Disc • If a file name of the MP3 file cannot be displayed, “*” will appear in the front panel display instead. •...
  • Page 44 x VIDEO CD (without PBC functions)/ To check DATA CD/DATA DVD (MP3 file) text • T **:** By pressing DISPLAY while playing MP3 files Playing time of the current track on a DATA CD/DATA DVD, you can display • T–**:** the name of the folder/MP3 file, and the audio Remaining time of the current track bit rate (the amount of data per second of the...

  • Page 45: 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 46: 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 47: 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 48 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 49 Note Displaying the list of MP3 • PICTURE NAVI does not work when you set files/JPEG image files [MODE (MUSIC, IMAGE)] to [MUSIC]. Press DISPLAY during playback. • A scroll box is displayed at the right side of the The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.

  • Page 50: 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 51: Playing A Video Cd With Pbc Functions (Ver.2.0)

    Selecting an effect for JPEG Playing a VIDEO CD with image files in the slide show PBC Functions (Ver.2.0) Press DISPLAY twice. The Control Menu display appears on the (PBC Playback) TV screen. Press X/x to select [EFFECT], With PBC (Playback Control) functions, you then press can enjoy simple interactive operations, search The options for [EFFECT] appear.

  • Page 52: 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 53 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 54: 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 55: 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 56: Tuner Functions

    Restart from step 3. Current band and preset number Changing the AM tuning interval FM 10 : 88.00 MHz SONY RADIO The AM tuning interval can be set to either 10 kHz or 9 kHz. Station name Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “AM”...

  • Page 57: 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 56)). Press the numeric buttons to select the Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM”...

  • Page 58: 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 59: 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 60: 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 By only pressing ONE-TOUCH PLAY, the TV display. 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 61 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 62: 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 is for enjoying sound from a portable audio source or computer. By connecting a Start playback of the connected DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, you can component.

  • Page 63: 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 101), 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 64 Insert the wireless transmitter. Establishing sound transmission between the Rear of the subwoofer S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub unit (ID setting) For the surround amplifier (not supplied) For the S-AIR receiver (not supplied) Simply by matching the ID of the S-AIR main unit and the S-AIR sub unit, you can establish sound transmission.
  • Page 65 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 66: Standby Mode

    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 67 x Before pairing Match the IDs of the S-AIR main unit Sound transmission is established by the ID and the S-AIR sub unit. (example). • To set the ID of the S-AIR main unit, see “To set the ID of the S-AIR main unit” Your room Neighbor (page 64).
  • Page 68 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, or c. display, then press the confirmation display appears. Press X/x to select the desired setting.

  • Page 69: 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 70: 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, THEATER and TV [/1), set the remote to the...

  • Page 71: Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound

    Enjoying the Sound at Low The function of these buttons are same as the remote buttons of the Sony TV. For details, refer to the Volume operating instructions of the TV. (NIGHT MODE) Enjoying Multiplex You can enjoy sound effects or dialog, as you Broadcast Sound would in a movie theater, even at low volume.

  • Page 72: Using The Sleep Timer

    Using the Sleep Timer Changing the Brightness of the Front Panel Display You can set the system to turn off at a preset time, so you can fall asleep listening to music. The brightness of the front panel display can be You can preset the time in 10 minutes set to either of 2 levels.

  • Page 73: Changing The Display Mode

    Changing the Display Changing the Display Mode Appearance of the Soft- touch Buttons (INFORMATION MODE) (ILLUMINATION MODE) You can change the displayed information in the front panel display. You can select the way of displaying the soft- touch buttons located on the top of the control unit.
  • Page 74 Press SYSTEM MENU. The system menu turns off. Note • When the soft-touch buttons turn off in “SIMPLE” mode, first touch the soft-touch button area so that the soft-touch buttons light up, then operate the system with them. Soft-touch button area •...

  • Page 75: 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 76: Changing The Password

    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 [PARENTAL CONTROL] setting is in stop mode.

  • Page 77: (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 78: 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 79: 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 80: 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 81 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 82: Settings For The Hdmi

    Off. [OFF] Settings for the HDMI On. You can operate mutually [ON] between components that are [HDMI SETUP] connected with an HDMI cable. HDMI SETUP Note HDMI RESOLUTION: AUTO (1920x1080p) • When you set to [ON] without the HDMI connection CONTROL FOR HDMI: of the TV, [Please verify the HDMI connection.] VOLUME LIMIT:...

  • Page 83: Settings For The Audio

    • You can select [(1920×1080i)HD ] or x [AUDIO (HDMI)] [(1920×1080i)HD] only when you set [HDMI You can select the audio output status from the RESOLUTION] in [HDMI SETUP] to HDMI OUT jack. [1920×1080i]. • If you select [(1920×1080i)HD ] or The system does not output the [OFF] [(1920×1080i)HD], next image appears after black...

  • Page 84: [Audio Setup] Other Settings

    x [DIGITAL IN] Note You can assign a digital sound input • When you set the item to [AUTO], the language may corresponding with the function “TV” and change. The [TRACK SELECTION] setting has “SAT/CABLE.” higher priority than the [AUDIO] settings in [LANGUAGE SETUP] (page 80).

  • Page 85: Settings For The Speakers

    x [BACKGROUND] Settings for the Speakers You can select the background color or picture on the TV screen in stop mode or while playing [SPEAKER SETUP] a CD, DATA CD (MP3 file), or DATA DVD (MP3 file). To obtain the best possible surround sound, set connection of the speakers and their distance The jacket picture (still picture) [JACKET...
  • Page 86 x [DISTANCE (FRONT)] x [DISTANCE (SURROUND)] When you move the front speakers and center When you move the surround speakers, be sure speaker, be sure to set the parameters of the to set the parameters of the distance (B) from distance (A) from the listening position to the the listening position to the speakers.

  • Page 87: Adjusting The Speaker Level By Using The Test Tone

    x [LEVEL (FRONT)] Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then You can adjust the sound level of the front press speakers, center speaker, and subwoofer. Be The Setup Display appears. sure to set [TEST TONE] to [ON] for easy Press X/x repeatedly to select adjustment.

  • Page 88: Returning To The Default Settings

    Returning the [SETUP] Returning to the Default settings to the default Settings Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “DVD” appears in the front panel display. Returning the system parameters, such as preset Press DISPLAY when the system is stations, to the default in stop mode.

  • Page 89: Additional Information

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

  • Page 90: Notes About The Discs

    About S-AIR function Notes about the Discs • As the S-AIR function transmits sound by radio waves, sound may skip when radio waves are obstructed. This is a characteristic of radio waves and On handling discs is not malfunction. • To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its •...

  • Page 91: 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 92 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 19). • The video input on the TV is not set so that you can view pictures from the system.
  • Page 93 Symptom Remedy Color irregularity occurs on the TV The subwoofer and the front speakers in this system are magnetically screen. shielded to prevent magnetic leakage. However, some leakage may occur, as a high-strength magnet is employed. If this happens, check the following items: •...
  • Page 94 Symptom Remedy The surround effect is difficult to hear • Check the “DEC. MODE” setting (page 52). when you are playing a Dolby Digital, • Check the speaker connections and settings (pages 19, 85). DTS, or MPEG audio. • Depending on the DVD, the output signal may not be the entire 5.1 channel.
  • Page 95 Symptom Remedy The MP3 file cannot be played. • The DATA CD is not recorded in an MP3 format that conforms to ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, or Joliet. • The DATA DVD is not recorded in an MP3 format that conforms to UDF (Universal Disk Format).
  • Page 96 • Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD being played (page 45). • 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 97 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 (26 feet) away established (sound transmission from this 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 64). indicator of the S-AIR sub unit •...

  • Page 98: 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 99: (When Letters/Numbers Appear In The Display) Specifications

    DVD system Specifications Laser Semiconductor laser (DVD: λ = 645 - 660 nm) (CD: λ = 770 - 800 nm) Amplifier section Emission duration: Power output and total harmonic distortion continuous (FTC Output Power) Signal format system NTSC for the US model Front L / Front R: With 10 ohms loads, both Tuner section...

  • Page 100: Glossary

    + 6 inches) Digital Cinema Auto Calibration was developed Rated impedance 4 ohms by Sony to automatically measure and adjust the Dimensions (approx.) 190 × 450 × 472 mm speaker settings to your listening environment in × 17 ×...
  • Page 101 5.1 discrete channels of high quality media are transmitted with no quality digital audio. The good channel deterioration, Sony has developed a technology separation is realized due to the all channel data called “S-AIR” for the radio transmission of...

  • Page 102: 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 103: 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) (25, 88) /FUNCTION/ VOLUME –/+) (29) E Disc slot (30) B Remote sensor (10) (eject) (31) C Front panel display (105) continued...
  • Page 104 Control unit (rear panel) DMPORT A TV (AUDIO IN R/L) jacks (20) F VIDEO OUT (VIDEO) jack (20) B ECM-AC2 jack (77) G VIDEO OUT (COMPONENT) jacks (20) C SAT/CABLE (DIGITAL IN COAXIAL) H Ventilation slots jack (21) I DMPORT jack (21) D HDMI OUT jack (20) J AM terminals (23) E TV (DIGITAL IN OPTICAL) jack (20)
  • Page 105 Front Panel Display About the indications in the front panel display MUTING TUNED TITLE CHAP STEREO MONO S-AIR SLEEP NIGHT REPEAT 1 DIGITAL PROGRESSIVE A Flashes when the sleep timer is set. I Lights up when the HDMI OUT jack is (72) correctly connected to HDCP (high- bandwidth digital content protection)
  • Page 106 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 (19) D EZW-T100 slot (19) CAUTION Please do not remove the screws before installing the EZW-T100.

  • Page 107: Remote Control

    Remote control ALPHABETICAL ORDER BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS A – N O – Z 3)4) ANGLE 9 ONE-TOUCH PLAY eg Numeric buttons AUDIO PICTURE NAVI wk [/1 (on/standby) 2 PRESET +/– qg TV [/1 (on/standby) 1 CLEAR wl REPEAT 6 C/X/x/c/ D.TUNING 0 SLEEP ed REPLAY/ADVANCE DIMMER 5...

  • Page 108: 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 109 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 ( 9 9 ) Type of disc being 1 3 ( 9 9 ) DVD VIDEO...
  • Page 110 [SHUFFLE] (page 38) You can play the track/file in random order. [REPEAT] (page 39) 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 40) You can display the DVD’s menu. [BROWSING] (page 49) You can display the list of folders/JPEG image files.

  • Page 111: Index

    Index DTS 101 Numerics DUAL MONO 71 16:9 80 Naming preset stations 58 DVD’s menu 40 4:3 LETTER BOX 80 NIGHT MODE 71 4:3 OUTPUT 81 4:3 PAN SCAN 80 EFFECT 51 5.1 Channel Surround 42 OMNI-DIRECTIONAL SOUND 54 ORIGINAL 42 FM Mode 57 A/V SYNC 46 OSD 80...
  • Page 112 S-AIR 101 S-AIR SETUP 83 S-AIR STBY 66 SCREEN SAVER 84 SETUP 79, 88 Shuffle Play 38 SLEEP 72 Slide Show 50 Slow-motion Play 31 Soft-touch button 29 Sound Mode 54 SPEAKER SETUP 85 SUBTITLE 80 Subwoofer 106 SYSTEM MENU 33, 34, 52, 53, 56, 57, 58, 66, 68, 73, 74 SYSTEM SETUP 84 TEST TONE 87...

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