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- Page 1 4-419-688-12(2) DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions ©2012 Sony Corporation Printed in China DAV-TZ145...
- Page 2 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
- Page 3 HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. “PlayStation” and “PS3” are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. “BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
- Page 4 (i) ENCODING VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE MPEG-4 VISUAL STANDARD (“MPEG-4 VIDEO”) AND/OR (ii) DECODING MPEG-4 VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON- COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED BY MPEG LA TO PROVIDE MPEG-4 VIDEO.
- Page 5 Playable Discs DVD-VIDEO DVD-ROM DVD-R/DVD-RW DVD+R/DVD+RW CD-DA (Music CD) CD-ROM CD-R/CD-RW VIDEO CD Super VCD A CD or DVD will not play if it has not been correctly finalized. For more information, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the recording device. Discs that cannot be played Blu-ray Discs HD DVDs...
- Page 6 Note on playback operations of a DVD Some playback operations of a DVD may be intentionally restricted by software producers. Since this system plays a DVD according to the disc contents the software producers designed, some playback features may not be available.
- Page 7 Playable Types of Files Video File format Extensions MPEG4 Video “.mp4, ” “.m4v” Xvid Video “.avi” Music File format Extensions MP3 (MPEG1 Audio “.mp3” Layer 3) “.wma” “.m4a” Photo File format Extensions JPEG “.jpg, ” “.jpeg, ” “.jpe” 1) AVC is not compatible. 2) Unavailable on US models.
- Page 8 It may take time to read files in the following cases: there are many folders or files. the memory capacity of the USB device that you are using is very large. the memory of the USB device that you are using is fragmented.
- Page 9 Unpacking Checking the supplied items Main unit (1) Speakers (5) Remote commander (remote) (1) FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) High Speed HDMI cable* (1) Subwoofer (1) Video cord* (1) Operating Instructions (this manual) * High Speed HDMI cable and video cord are included only in certain areas.
- Page 10 Connecting the Speakers Caution Do not use any speakers other than those supplied with this system. Insert the speaker cords to match the color of the SPEAKERS terminals of the unit. Rear panel of the main unit Speaker cord Contact area (+) Covering Colored tube Contact area (–)
- Page 11 Connecting your TV Depending on the jacks on your TV or set-top box, select the video and audio connection method. When connecting to a TV only When connecting a TV and set-top box/PlayStation®3 The TV has AUDIO OUT jacks*4: The TV has AUDIO OUT jacks: The TV does not have AUDIO OUT jacks: Audio Video...
- Page 12 Supplied only in certain areas. This is the basic connection via video cord (yellow). Supplied only in certain areas. Picture quality will be improved compared to a video cord. Sold separately. To listen to TV audio via the system, connect with an audio cord (red and white).
- Page 13 Install the speakers on a vertical and flat wall where reinforcement is applied. Sony is not responsible for accidents or damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall strength or improper screw installation, natural calamity, etc.
- Page 14 Fasten the screws to the wall, then hang the speaker on the wall. Depth of fastened screw 7 to 9 mm...
- Page 15 Color System Setup Connect the AC power cord (mains lead). Turn on the power of the main unit and TV. / / Press FUNCTION repeatedly or DVD/ CD to switch the function to DVD/CD. Playback starts automatically if a disc with an auto playback function is loaded.
- Page 16 Parts and Controls Front panel FUNCTION / (on/standby) Selects the playback source. Turns on the unit, or sets it to standby mode. VOLUME –/+ Adjusts the system’s volume. Play operation buttons ...
- Page 17 Remote control SHIFT Press and hold this button to use buttons with purple text labels. TV INPUT* Switches the TV’s input source between the TV signal and other input sources.
- Page 18 BRAVIA Sync ONE-TOUCH PLAY Activates One-Touch Play. TV I/ (on/standby)* Turns on the TV or sets it to standby mode. / (on/standby) Turns on the system or sets it to standby mode. Function selection buttons Select the playback source. DVD/CD TV/CABLE FUNCTION Selects the functions in sequence.
- Page 19 (play) (stop) Radio operation buttons PRESET +/– TUNING +/– * Works with Sony TVs only. Depending on your TV, you may not be able to use some of the buttons. Note AUDIO IN This button does not work.
- Page 20 Playing a Disc Press DVD/CD. You can also select this function by pressing FUNCTION repeatedly. Press to open the disc tray. Place a disc on the tray, then press . With the label side up. Press to start playback. Press VOLUME +/–...
- Page 21 Playing Files on a Disc/USB Device Press DVD/CD or USB. DVD/CD: For a disc. USB: For a USB device. You can also select the function by pressing FUNCTION repeatedly. Load the source. For a disc Place a disc on the tray by pressing to open/close the disc tray.
- Page 22 Other Playback Operations To change angles Press ANGLE during playback to select the desired angle. (This applies to DVD VIDEOs only.) To display subtitles Press SUBTITLE during playback to select the desired subtitle language. (This applies to DVD VIDEOs only.) To change the sound Press AUDIO repeatedly during playback to select the desired audio signal.
- Page 23 To search for a title/chapter/ track/scene, etc. When playing a DVD/VCD Press DISPLAY during play. The Display Menu appears on the TV screen. Press / to select an option, then press Press and hold SHIFT, then press the number buttons to jump to the desired option.
- Page 24 To play repeatedly/shuffle, etc. Press REPEAT repeatedly to select the desired playback mode. The selected mode appears in the front panel display. “REP CHP”: Repeats the current chapter. “REP TT”: Repeats the current title. “REP ALL”: Repeats all titles. “REP TRK”: Repeats the current track.
- Page 25 Selecting the Sound Effect To select an equalizer setting Press EQ to display the current mode. While the current mode is displayed, press EQ repeatedly until the desired mode appears on the front panel display. “AUTO”: Automatically selects the movie or music sound mode based on the disc type.
- Page 26 Using a Tuner To preset radio stations You can preset 20 FM stations. You can then tune in any of those stations simply by selecting the corresponding preset number. Press FM. Press and hold TUNING +/– for 2 seconds to start tuning until you find the desired radio station.
- Page 27 Convenient Functions About the Control for HDMI function (“BRAVIA” Sync) You can control a TV compatible with the Control for HDMI function by connecting it to the system via an HDMI cable. Available features One-Touch Play With one touch of ONE-TOUCH PLAY on the remote control, the system and your TV automatically turn on and the TV’s input is switched to the system;...
- Page 28 To cancel the sleep timer function Press and hold SHIFT, then press SLEEP repeatedly until “OFF” appears in the front panel display. To view information about the disc You can check the playing time and remaining time of the current title, chapter, or track.
- Page 29 Using the Setup Display You can make various adjustments to items such as picture and sound. Displayed items vary depending on the country model. The default setting is underlined. Press DVD/CD, then eject the disc. Press SETUP. The setup menu appears. Press /...
- Page 30 [4:3 Letter Box]: Displays a wide picture with black bands on the top and bottom. [4:3 Pan Scan]: Displays a full-height picture on the entire screen, with trimmed sides. [OSD Lang] (On-Screen Display) You can switch the display language on the TV screen.
- Page 31 [Screen Saver] [On]: The screen saver image appears if you do not operate the system for about 15 minutes. [Off]: Off. [Last Memory] This system recalls the point where you stopped the disc the last time it was played and resumes playback from that point the next time you insert the same disc.
- Page 32 [SR]: Adjusts the sound level of right surround speaker. It is possible to adjust the parameter from -6.0 dB to +6.0 dB. [SL]: Adjusts the sound level of left surround speaker. It is possible to adjust the parameter from -6.0 dB to +6.0 dB. [SW]: Adjusts the sound level of subwoofer.
- Page 33 [Audio DRC] You can compress the dynamic range of a DVD VIDEO sound track. (Dolby Digital only) [Off]: No compression of dynamic range. [Standard]: The system reproduces the sound track with the kind of dynamic range that the recording engineer intended. Video Setup Page ...
- Page 34 [Parental] You can restrict playback of DVDs that have ratings. Scenes may be blocked or replaced with different scenes. Press / to select a rating level from 1 to 8 or [Off], then press Press and hold SHIFT, then press the number buttons to enter your 6-digit password.
- Page 35 Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine. If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
- Page 36 On cleaning discs, disc/lens cleaners Do not use cleaning discs or disc/lens cleaners (including wet or spray types). These may cause the apparatus to malfunction. On your TV’s color IMPORTANT NOTICE Caution: This system is capable of holding a still video image or on-screen display image on your television screen indefinitely.
- Page 37 On heat radiation Due to the slim type of main unit design, you may feel some heat on the top of the unit. This is normal. Please consult your nearest Sony dealer if you have any questions.
- Page 38 Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained.
- Page 39 Picture There is no picture. The video connecting cords are not connected securely. The unit is not connected to the correct TV input jack. The system is not selected via the video input of the TV. Check the output method on your system. Even though you set the aspect ratio in [TV Display] of [General Setup Page], the picture does not fill the TV screen.
- Page 40 Sony dealer. A disc cannot be ejected and “LOCKED” appears in the front panel display. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Radio stations cannot be tuned in. Check that the antenna (aerial) is connected securely.
- Page 41 A JPEG image file cannot be played. It is larger than 2,048 (width) × 1,536 (height) in normal mode, or more than 2,000,000 pixels in progressive format which is mainly used on Internet Web sites. A video file cannot be played. The video file resolution is larger than 720 (width) ×...
- Page 42 USB device “OVERLOAD“ appears in the front panel display. Remove the USB device from the (USB) port. Make sure there is no problem with the USB device. The USB device is not recognized. The system supports FAT12, FAT16, and FAT32 on USB device.
- Page 43 Specifications Amplifier Section POWER OUTPUT (rated): Front L + Front R 36 W + 36 W (at 8 ohms, 1 kHz, 1% THD) POWER OUTPUT (reference): Front L/Front R/ Center/Surround L/ Surround R: 60 W (per channel at 8 ohms, 1 kHz) Subwoofer: 60 W (at 8 ohms, 100 Hz) Inputs...
- Page 44 Speakers Front SS-TS122 Dimensions (approx.) 92 mm × 119 mm × 100 mm (w/h/d) incl. projecting parts Mass (approx.) 0.44 kg Center SS-CT122 Dimensions (approx.) 92 mm × 119 mm × 100 mm (w/h/d) incl. projecting parts Mass (approx.) 0.45 kg Surround SS-TS122 Dimensions (approx.) 92 mm ×...
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