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EU Directives. This symbol on the product or The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, on its packaging indicates that 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The this product shall not be treated as household waste.
Table of Contents About This Operating Instructions About This Operating Instructions..3 Playable Discs ......... 4 • The instructions in this Operating Instructions Getting Started describe the controls on the remote. You can Step 1: Positioning the System..9 also use the controls on the control unit if they Step 2: Connecting the System...
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 VIDEO CD • VIDEO CD (Ver. 1.1 and 2.0 discs) • Super VCD •...
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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 4 • CD-ROM recorded in PHOTO CD format • Data part of CD-Extra •...
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About Multi Session CD • This system can play a Multi Session CD when an MP3 file is contained in the first session. Any subsequent MP3 files recorded in later sessions can also be played back. • This system can play a Multi Session CD when a JPEG image file is contained in the first session. Any subsequent JPEG image files recorded in later sessions can also be played back.
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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. MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson. Windows Media is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
To attach the foot pads to the subwoofer Remove the foot pads from the protective cover. Note • Use caution when placing the speakers and/or speaker stands attached to the speakers on a specially treated (waxed, oiled, polished, etc.) floor, as staining or discoloration may result. Step 1: Positioning the System For the best possible surround sound, all the speakers other than the subwoofer should be placed at the same distance from the listening position (A).
Step 2: Connecting the System Notes • Be sure to make connections 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. Connecting the Speaker Tube color red Tube color white...
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Digital optical cord Component video cord (not supplied) (not supplied)* Green Blue O U T V ID E N T P O N C O M Blue Green To the digital optical output jack of the To the COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks of the TV Connector panel of the control unit...
To change the color system (PAL or NTSC) Turn on your TV and select the video input. Press ?/1 to turn on the system. Press FUNCTION repeatedly or DVD/CD to switch the function to DVD/CD. Playback starts automatically if a disc with auto playback function is loaded. Press x twice to stop playback.
Press "/1. The system turns on. Disc Unless the system is set to “DVD”, press FUNCTION repeatedly or DVD/CD to Playing a Disc switch the function to DVD/CD. “NO DISC” appears on the front panel display and the system is ready for loading the disc.
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Other operations Note • You may not be able to use the instant replay or instant advance function with some scenes. Press Stop Displaying multi-angles and Pause Resume play after stop/ subtitles pause Go to the next chapter, > track, MP3/WMA/ To change the angles JPEG/DivX files or scene...
Changing the sound Displaying the audio information of the disc When the system is playing a DVD VIDEO or DATA CD/DATA DVD (DivX video files)/ When you press AUDIO repeatedly during play, USB/MPEG4 recorded in multiple audio the audio signal format is displayed on the TV formats (PCM, Dolby Digital, MPEG audio, or screen.
Playing a VIDEO CD with PBC Resuming playback from the functions (Ver.2.0) point where you stopped the disc (PBC Playback) (Resume Play) With PBC (Playback Control) functions, you can enjoy simple interactive operations, search When you stop the disc, the system remembers functions, and other such operations.
Playing repeatedly Using Play Mode (Repeat/Shuffle Play) Creating your own program You can play the contents on a disc or USB (Program Play) repeatedly. You can choose a repeat/shuffle play mode during play. You can play the contents of a disc in the order Press SHIFT + REPEAT/PGM you want by arranging the order of the tracks on repeatedly to select the play mode.
Searching for a title/chapter/ Searching/Selecting a track/scene, etc. Disc You can search a DVD VIDEO by title or Number chapter, and you can search a VIDEO CD/CD/ buttons DATA CD/DATA DVD by track, index, or scene. For a DATA CD/DATA DVD/USB device, you can search by folder or file.
x When playing a CD ® Playing MP3/JPEG/DivX Press DISPLAY during play. “Select Track:--/--” appears on the TV. files Press SHIFT + number buttons to select the desired track. Before playing MP3 files, JPEG files or DivX files, turn on your TV and select the video input. Playback starts from the selected track.
however, this system does not conform to WMA Other operations (Windows Media Audio) format. Do this • Because of the compression technology used for Stop play Press x when playing an MP3 file or DivX files, it may take some time after you press N DivX file.
® • Dolby Virtual Speaker technology is a practical new Sound Adjustment alternative to multispeaker systems. Using a new- generation technique, it provides virtual multichannel Selecting the Sound surround sound with just two stereo speakers. Cut the sound Mode You can press MUTING again or VOLUME + to restore sound.
Selecting a Preset Radio Tuner Stations Presetting Radio Press FUNCTION repeatedly or FM to Stations select “FM”. Press PRESET +/– or SHIFT + number You can preset 20 FM stations. You can then buttons to select a preset number. tune in any of those stations simply by selecting the corresponding preset number.
Viewing the station name or Using the Radio Data frequency on the front panel System (RDS) display (European model only) Press Display Each time you press Display, the front What is the Radio Data panel display changes as shown. System? 1 Station Name 2 Tuned Frequency The Radio Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting...
Device • The Control for HDMI function may not work if you connect a component other than Sony, even if the Using the Control for component is compatible with the Control for HDMI function.
You can use the System Audio Control function Watching DVD by a single as follows: • While you are watching the TV and the button press function of the system is switched to “TV/ CABLE,” TV sound is output from the system (One-Touch Play) speakers automatically.
• The following USB devices/situations can increase Playing from USB device the time it takes to start playback: – a USB device transferred with a complicated tree structure. You can play audio files (MP3/WMA files)/ – when the audio files or JPEG image files in JPEG image files transferred in a USB device another folder have just been played back.
Selected item Setup items Other Operation Using the Setup Display General Setup Page 16:9 TV Display 16:9 OSD Lang 4:3 Letter Box You can make various adjustments of items such Control for HDMI 4:3 Pan Scan Screen Saver as picture and sound. Last Memory Displayed items vary depending on the country Auto Standby...
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x [Screen Saver] General Setup Page The screen saver prevents damage to the TV screen by avoiding exposure to a static image for x [TV Display] too long. You can select the aspect ratio of the connected [On]: Switch to TV screen saver mode when [16:9]: Select this when you connect a wide- stop, pause, no disc or eject mode for more than screen TV or a TV with a wide mode function.
x [DivX VOD] Audio Setup Page ® ]: Display the DivX registration code. Select settings according to the TV which you use. • Enter this unit’s DivX registration code when you rent or purchase video from www.divx.com/vod. The ® DivX videos rented or purchased through the DivX x [HDMI Audio] VOD (Video On Demand) service can be played only This setting is only required if you are using the...
x [Default] Using the Sleep Time This feature enables you to reset all the setup menu option and your personal settings to the You can set the system to turn off at a preset factory defaults, except your password for the time, so you can fall asleep listening to music.
x DVD Viewing Information 1 [Title Elapsed]: Playing time of the current title. About the Disc 2 [Title Remain]: Remaining time of the current title. 3 [Chapter Elapsed]: Playing time of the current chapter. 4 [Chapter Remain]: Remaining time of the Viewing the playing time and current chapter.
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.
Notes about the Discs On handling discs • To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the surface. • Do not stick paper or tape on the disc. • Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight as the temperature may rise considerably inside the...
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. Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained.
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Symptom Remedy Color irregularity occurs on the The front speakers in this system are magnetically shielded to prevent magnetic TV screen. leakage. However, some leakage may occur, as a high-strength magnet is employed. If this happens, check the following items: •...
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Operation Symptom Remedy Radio stations cannot be tuned • Check that the antenna (aerial) is connected securely. Adjust the antenna (aerial) or connect an external antenna (aerial) if necessary. • The signal strength of the stations is too weak (when tuning in with automatic tuning).
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• Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD being played (page 14). • 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.
– The memory capacity is excessive. – The internal memory is fragmented. • Sony recommends following these guidelines. – Total folders on the USB device: 300 folders Max (including ‘.’ and ‘..’). – Total files per folder: 648 files (including folders) + 2 default folders (‘.’ and...
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– the file size is extremely large. – the physical structure within the memory is fragmented. • Sony recommends following these guidelines. – Total folders on the USB device: 300 folders Max (including ‘.’ and ‘..’). – Total files per folder: 648 files (including folders) + 2 default folders (‘.’ and...
Tuner Section Specifications System PLL quartz-locked digital synthesizer FM tuner section General Tuning range: 87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz Power requirements 220 V – 240 V AC, (50 kHz step) 50/60 Hz Antenna (aerial): FM wire antenna (aerial) Power consumption On: 53 W Antenna (aerial) terminals: 75 ohm, unbalanced Standby: <...
Glossary HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) HDMI is an interface that supports both video and audio on a single digital connection, allowing you to enjoy high quality digital picture and sound. The HDMI specification supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection), a copy protection technology that incorporates coding technology for digital video signals.
Index to Parts and Control For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. Control unit Top view Front view Right side view A Remote sensor F Front panel display G "/1 (on/standby) button B N (play) button H Z (eject) button C x (stop) button (USB) port D FUNCTION button...
Use the tactile dots as references when operating the system. * Press SHIFT + number buttons, SLOW or SLOW y when you used their functions. The TV INPUT, ONE- TOUCH PLAY, TV [/1 buttons only works with Sony TVs.