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Sony DAV-DZ531W Operating Instructions Manual

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3-217-398-12(1)
DVD Home Theatre
System
Operating Instructions
DAV-DZ531W
©2007 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 3-217-398-12(1) DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions DAV-DZ531W ©2007 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 2: Welcome

    Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Welcome! ... 2 About This Manual ... 5 This System Can Play the Following Discs ... 5 Getting Started – BASIC – Step 1: Assembling the Speakers ... 9 Step 2: Connecting the System and TV ... 14 Step 3: Positioning the System...
  • Page 4 Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter ... 73 Deactivating the Buttons on the Unit... 74 (Child Lock) Advanced Settings and Adjustments Locking Discs ... 75 (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL) Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Room ... 78 (SPEAKER FORMATION) Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically ...

  • Page 5: About This Manual

    About This Manual • The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the controls on the unit if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote. • The Control Menu items may vary depending on the area.

  • Page 6: Region Code

    The system can play DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/ DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs recorded in the following formats: – MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files, and DivX video files of format conforming to UDF (Universal Disk Format) Example of discs that the system cannot play The system cannot play the following discs: •...
  • Page 7 indication may be given even though playing the DVD VIDEO is prohibited by area restrictions. Note about playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs Some playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs may be intentionally set by software producers. Since this system plays DVDs and VIDEO CDs according to the disc contents the software producers designed, some playback features may not be available.

  • Page 8: Getting Started - Basic

    Getting Started – BASIC – See Unpacking in Specifications, page 97. Inserting batteries into the remote You can control the system using the supplied remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. To use the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the unit.

  • Page 9: Step 1: Assembling The Speakers

    Step 1: Assembling the Speakers Before connecting the speakers, attach the speaker stand to the speaker. (For the front speakers.) About how to connect the speaker cords to the SPEAKER jacks, see page 15. Note • Spread a cloth on the floor to avoid damaging the floor. •...
  • Page 10 Attach the post cover to the other end of the post. Orient the slot toward you, attach the post cover so that the slot of the post engages with the tab of the post cover, then secure with the screw. Speaker cord Hole Upper part of the...
  • Page 11 Connect the speaker cords to the speaker. Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate terminal on the components: 3 to 3, and # to #. Attach the post to the base. Insert the post so that the slit on the lower part of the post aligns with the projection of the base, then secure the post with the 2 screws.
  • Page 12 Adjust the height of the speaker. Loosen (but do not remove) the screws, adjust the height of the speaker, then secure the screws. Adjust the speaker of one side, then adjust another speaker by checking lines as a guide. Note •...
  • Page 13 Fully-assembled illustration Front speaker (L): Front speaker (R): White label Red label White...

  • Page 14: Step 2: Connecting The System And Tv

    Step 2: Connecting the System and TV The following is the basic connection of the unit to the speakers and TV. For other TV connections, see page 29. For other component connection, see page 33. To accept progressive signals, see page 31. Refer to the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from 1 to 7 on the following pages.

  • Page 15: Connecting The Speakers

    1 Connecting the Speakers Required cords The connector and color tube of the speaker cords are the same color as the label of the jacks to be connected. To the SPEAKER jack Note • Do not catch the speaker cord insulation in the SPEAKER jack. To avoid short-circuiting the speakers Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage the system.

  • Page 16: Connecting The Tv

    2 Connecting the TV Required cords SCART (EURO AV) cord (not supplied) Be sure to connect the SCART (EURO AV) cord to the EURO AV T OUTPUT (TO TV) jack on the unit. When you connect using the SCART (EURO AV) cord, check that the TV conforms to S video or RGB signals.
  • Page 17 Make sure the AM loop antenna (aerial) is connected firmly by pulling softly. To connect the FM wire antenna (aerial) Connect the FM wire antenna (aerial) to the COAXIAL FM 75 Ω jack. FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied) COAXIAL FM 75 Ω jack Note •...
  • Page 18 5 Connecting the IR receiver Receives the sound by the infrared signals. Connect it to the DIR-R1 jack of the surround amplifier. Surround amplifier DIR-R1 SPEAKER SURROUND L SURROUND R When using the IR receiver stand, attach the stand so that both delta marks on the IR receiver and stand are aligned.
  • Page 19 Insert the tabs of the speaker cord holder in the slots of the speaker cord cover, and press it into place. Surround amplifier Secure the speaker cord holder with the supplied screw. Note • Do not use the speaker cord cover and holder without the supplied screw. •...

  • Page 20: Step 3: Positioning The System

    Step 3: Positioning the System Positioning the speakers 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). Place the IR transmitter and IR receiver in direct line with each other.
  • Page 21 LINE indicator turns green. • If the POWER/ON LINE indicator flashes red, the IR receiver is receiving an infrared signal from another Sony’s wireless product. Move the IR transmitter and/or the IR receiver so that the POWER/ON LINE indicator turns green.

  • Page 22: Step 4: Performing The Quick Setup

    Step 4: Performing the Quick Setup Follow the steps below to make the minimum number of basic adjustments for using the system. C/X/x/c, Turn on the TV. Press [/1 on the unit and POWER on the surround amplifier. Note • Disconnect the headphones when you perform the Quick Setup.
  • Page 23 Press X/x to select the output method for video signals. • [VIDEO]: outputs video signals. • [RGB]: outputs RGB signals. Note • If your TV does not accept RGB signals, no picture appears on the TV screen even if you select [RGB].
  • Page 24 Unplug the calibration mic and press C/c to select [YES]. Measurement complete. FRONT L : 5.00m 0.0dB FRONT R : 5.00m 0.0dB CENTER : 5.00m + 1.0dB SUBWOOFER : 5.00m + 4.0dB SURROUND L : 3.00m - 2.0dB SURROUND R : 3.00m - 2.0dB If OK, unplug calibration mic and select “YES”.

  • Page 25: Getting Started - Advanced

    Getting Started – ADVANCED – Turning off the Demonstration X/x/c, After connecting the AC power cord (mains lead), the demonstration appears in the front panel display. When you press "/1 on the remote, the demonstration turns off. Note • When you press "/1 on the unit, the demonstration does not turn off.

  • Page 26: Installing The Speakers, Ir Transmitter, And Ir Receiver On A Wall

    • 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.
  • Page 27 • Do not install the IR transmitter to a wall of low strength. • Sony is not liable for any damage or accident incurred by incorrect installation (i.e. wall of low strength, etc.), incorrect use of this product, or natural disaster.
  • Page 28 Installing the IR receiver on a wall Install a commercially available screw in the wall so as to protrude 4 mm. 5 to 7 mm 4 mm Detach the IR receiver stand and hang it by the hole on the rear of the IR receiver on the screw.

  • Page 29: Connecting The Tv (Advanced)

    Connecting the TV (Advanced) Sends the played back DVD image to the connected TV. Check the jacks of your TV, and choose connection method A, B, or C. Picture quality improves in order from A (standard) to C (HDMI). TV with HDMI* IN jack SPEAKER FRONT R FRONT L...
  • Page 30 Note • When you connect the system and TV with the HDMI cord and the SCART (EURO AV) cord simultaneously, the TV may be set to SCART (EURO AV) input automatically. In this case, set to the desired input source on the TV, or use a SCART (EURO AV) cord that has separate audio connectors.
  • Page 31 Press VIDEO FORMAT. The current type of video signals appears in the front panel display. Each time you press VIDEO FORMAT, the display changes as follows: 480p* × 1280 720p* × 480p* × 1920 1080i* × • “720 480p*”: Sends 720 × 480p video signals. ×...
  • Page 32 Press VIDEO FORMAT. The current signal appears in the front panel display. Each time you press VIDEO FORMAT, the display changes as follows: NORMAL (INTERLACE) PROGRESSIVE x NORMAL (INTERLACE) Select this setting when: – your TV does not accept progressive signals, or, –...

  • Page 33: Connecting Other Components

    Connecting Other Components You can enjoy sound using the speakers of this system by connecting the AUDIO OUT jacks of another component. For video connection of other components, connect directly to the TV. FRONT R SPEAKER CENTER WOOFER COAXIAL OPTICAL AUDIO DIGITAL DIGITAL...
  • Page 34 To listen to the portable audio source sound through the system Connect the audio output jacks of the portable audio source to the AUDIO IN jack on the front panel of the unit with the stereo mini-plug cord (not supplied). •...

  • Page 35: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Playing Discs "/1 FUNCTION Disc tray MUTING VOLUME +/– Depending on the DVD VIDEO or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your disc. Turn on your TV. Switch the input selector on the TV to this system.

  • Page 36: Enjoying The Radio Or Other Components

    Additional operations Press Stop Pause X or H Resume play after pause > (except for JPEG) Go to the next chapter, track, or scene Go back to the preceding . (except for JPEG) chapter, track, or scene Turn off the sound MUTING.

  • Page 37: Enjoying Tv Or Vcr Sound From All Speakers

    Changing the input level of the sound from connected components Distortion may occur when listening to a component connected to the SAT/CABLE or the EURO AV T OUTPUT (TO TV) jacks on the rear panel or to the AUDIO IN jack on the front panel.

  • Page 38: Selecting The Movie Or Music Mode

    Selecting the Movie or Music Mode You can choose a suitable sound mode for movies or music. MOVIE/ MUSIC Press MOVIE/MUSIC during playback. Press MOVIE/MUSIC repeatedly until the mode you want lights up in the front panel display. The default setting is underlined. •...

  • Page 39: Sound Adjustments

    Sound Adjustments Enjoying Surround Sound by Using Sound Field You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the system’s pre- programmed sound fields. They bring exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters into your home. Press SOUND FIELD +/–. Press SOUND FIELD +/–...
  • Page 40 In collaboration with Sony Pictures Entertainment, Sony measured the sound environment of their studios and integrated the data of the measurement and Sony’s own DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology to develop “Digital Cinema Sound.” “Digital Cinema Sound” simulates in a home theater an ideal movie theater sound environment based on the preference of the movie director.

  • Page 41: Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound

    Enjoying the surround sound by headphones x HEADPHONE THEATER This mode outputs the sound as surround from headphone L/R. This function is based on “Digital Cinema Sound” technology. x HEADPHONE 2 CHANNEL STEREO This mode outputs the sound from headphone L/ R.

  • Page 42: Various Functions For Playing Discs

    Various Functions for Playing Discs Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc (Scan, Slow-motion Play, Freeze Frame) You can quickly locate a particular point on a disc by monitoring the picture or playing back slowly. Note • Depending on the DVD/DivX video/VIDEO CD, you may not be able to do some of the operations described.

  • Page 43: Searching For A Title/Chapter/Track/Scene, Etc

    Searching for a Title/ Chapter/Track/Scene, etc. You can search a DVD by title or chapter, and you can search a VIDEO CD/CD/DATA CD/ DATA DVD by track, index, or scene. As titles and tracks are assigned unique numbers on the disc, you can select the desired one by entering its number.

  • Page 44: Searching By Scene

    Searching by Scene (Picture Navigation) You can divide the TV screen into 9 subscreens and find the desired scene quickly. Press PICTURE NAVI during playback. The following display appears. CHAPTER VIEWER Press PICTURE NAVI repeatedly to select an item. • [TITLE VIEWER] (DVD VIDEO only) •...

  • Page 45: Creating Your Own Program

    • To play from the beginning of the disc, press x twice, then press H. To enjoy a disc that is played before by resume playback (Multi-disc Resume) (DVD VIDEO, VIDEO CD only) This system stores the point where you stopped the disc for up to 40 discs and resumes playback the next time you insert the same disc.
  • Page 46 Press c. The cursor moves to the track row [T] (in this case, [01]). PROGRAM ALL CLEAR 1. TRACK – – 2. TRACK – – 3. TRACK – – 4. TRACK – – 5. TRACK – – 6. TRACK – – 7.

  • Page 47: Playing In Random Order

    Playing in Random Order (Shuffle Play) You can have the system “shuffle” tracks. Subsequent “shuffling” may produce a different playing order. Note • Same song may be played repeatedly during MP3 playback. Press DISPLAY during playback. The Control Menu display appears. Press X/x to select then press The options for [SHUFFLE] appear.

  • Page 48: (Shuffle Play) Playing Repeatedly

    Playing Repeatedly (Repeat Play) You can play all the titles, tracks or albums on a disc or a single title, chapter, track, or album repeatedly. You can use a combination of Shuffle or Program Play modes. Press DISPLAY during playback. The Control Menu display appears.

  • Page 49: Using The Dvd's Menu

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

  • Page 50: Checking The Audio Signal Format

    • [2: MAIN+SUB] Note • [2: MAIN], [2: SUB], and [2: MAIN+SUB] do not appear when one audio stream is recorded on the disc. x When playing a VIDEO CD, CD, DATA CD (MP3 audio), or DATA DVD (MP3 audio) The default setting is underlined.

  • Page 51: Selecting [Original] Or [Play List] On A Dvd-R/Dvd-Rw

    About audio signals Audio signals recorded in a disc contain the sound elements (channels) shown below. Each channel is output from a separate speaker. • Front (L) • Front (R) • Center • Surround (L) • Surround (R) • Surround (Monaural): This signal can be either the Dolby Surround Sound processed signals or the Dolby Digital sound’s monaural Surround audio signals.

  • Page 52: Viewing Information About The Disc

    Viewing Information About the Disc Viewing the playing time and remaining time in the front panel display You can check disc information, such as the remaining time, total number of titles in a DVD, tracks in a VIDEO CD, CD, MP3, or file name of a DivX video using the front panel display (page 106).
  • Page 53 x When playing a VIDEO CD (with PBC functions) • **:** Playing time of the current scene x When playing a VIDEO CD (without PBC functions) or CD • T **:** Playing time of the current track • T–**:** Remaining time of the current track •...

  • Page 54: Changing The Angles

    Checking the date information (JPEG only) You can check the date information during playback when the Exif* tag is recorded in the JPEG image data. Press DISPLAY twice during playback. The Control Menu display appears. 1 ( 8 ) 1 ( 2 0 ) 31/ 01/ 2007 Date information * “Exchangeable Image File Format”...

  • Page 55: Displaying The Subtitles

    Displaying the Subtitles If subtitles are recorded on a disc, you can turn the subtitles on or off while playing. If multilingual subtitles are recorded on the disc, you can change the subtitle language while playing, or turn the subtitles on or off whenever you want.

  • Page 56: About Mp3 Audio Tracks And Jpeg Image Files

    About MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image Files What is MP3/JPEG? MP3 is audio compression technology that satisfies the ISO/MPEG regulations. JPEG is image compression technology. Discs that the system can play You can play back DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD- Rs/CD-RWs) or DATA DVDs (DVD-Rs/DVD- RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs/DVD-ROMs) recorded in MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) or JPEG format.
  • Page 57 Playback order of MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files The playback order of MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files recorded on a DATA CD or DATA DVD is as follows: x Structure of disc contents Tree 1 Tree 2 Tree 3 Tree 4 Track (MP3 audio) or...

  • Page 58: Playing Data Cds Or Data Dvds With

    Playing DATA CDs or DATA DVDs with MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image Files Selecting an MP3 audio track or album Load a DATA CD or DATA DVD. The albums recorded on the DATA CD or DATA DVD appear. When an album is being played, its title is shaded.
  • Page 59 Press X/x to select an album. x When selecting an album Press H to start playing the selected album. x When selecting an image Press PICTURE NAVI. Images of files in the album appear in 16 subscreens. Press C/X/x/c to select the image you want to view and press To play the next or previous JPEG image file...

  • Page 60: Playing Audio Tracks And Images As A Slide Show With Sound

    Playing Audio Tracks and Images as a Slide Show with Sound You can play a slide show with sound by first placing both MP3 and JPEG files in the same album on a DATA CD or DATA DVD. When you play back the DATA CD or DATA DVD, select [AUTO] mode as explained below.

  • Page 61: Selecting An Effect For Image Files In The Slide Show

    Specifying the slide show duration (JPEG only) When you play JPEG image files using slide show, you can specify the duration for slides to appear on the TV screen. Press DISPLAY twice. The Control Menu display appears. Press X/x to select [INTERVAL], then press The options for [INTERVAL] appear.

  • Page 62: Enjoying Divx® Videos

    Enjoying DivX About DivX Video Files ® DivX is a video file compression technology, developed by DivX, Inc. This product is an ® official DivX Certified product. You can play DATA CDs and DATA DVDs that ® contain DivX video files. DATA CDs and DATA DVDs that the system can play Playback of DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/...
  • Page 63 Press H. The system starts playing the selected album. To select DivX video files, see “Selecting a DivX video file” (page 63). To go to the next or previous page Press C/c. To turn off the display Press DVD MENU repeatedly. To stop playback Press x.

  • Page 64: Playing Video Cds With Pbc Functions (Ver.2.0)

    Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC Functions (Ver.2.0) (PBC Playback) With PBC (Playback Control) functions, you can enjoy simple interactive operations, search functions, and other such operations. PBC playback allows you to play VIDEO CDs interactively by following the menu on the TV screen.

  • Page 65: Tuner Functions

    Tuner Functions Presetting Radio Stations You can preset 20 FM stations, and 10 AM stations. Before tuning, make sure to turn down the volume to minimum. Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until “TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” appears in the front panel display. Press and hold TUNING + or –...

  • Page 66: Listening To The Radio

    Listening to the Radio Preset radio stations in the system’s memory first (see “Presetting Radio Stations” (page 65)). Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until “TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” appears in the front panel display. The last received station is tuned in. Press PRESET + or –...

  • Page 67: Using The Radio Data System (Rds)

    Create a name by using the cursor buttons. Press X/x to select a character, then press c to move the cursor to the next position. Letters, numbers, and other symbols can be input for a radio station. If you make a mistake Press C/c repeatedly until the character to be changed flashes, then press X/x to select the desired character.

  • Page 68: Other Operations

    By adjusting the remote signal, you can control your TV with the supplied remote. Note • When you replace the batteries of the remote, the code number may reset itself to the default (SONY) setting. Reset the appropriate code number. Controlling TVs with the remote Press and hold TV [/1 while entering your TV’s manufacturer’s code (see the table)

  • Page 69: Using The Theatre Sync Function

    Using the THEATRE SYNC Function THEATRE SYNC allows you to turn on your Sony TV and this system, changes the system mode to “DVD,” and then switches the TV’s input source you set with one button push. Preparing for the THEATRE SYNC function Register the TV’s input source connected to this...
  • Page 70 By pressing Number TV CH + TV’s input source Note • This function is only for Sony TVs. (This function HDMI 4 may not work on some Sony TVs.) • If distance between TV and this unit is too far, this HDMI 5 function may not work.

  • Page 71: Using The Sound Effect

    Using the Sound Effect Reinforcing bass frequencies You can reinforce bass frequencies. Press DYNAMIC BASS. Bass frequencies are effectively reinforced. To turn off the sound effect Press DYNAMIC BASS again. Using the Sleep Timer You can set the system to turn off at a preset time, so you can fall asleep listening to music.

  • Page 72: Changing The Brightness Of The Front Panel Display

    Press The setting is made and “SLEEP” lights up in the front panel display. Press SYSTEM MENU. The system menu turns off. Changing the Brightness of the Front Panel Display The brightness of the front panel display can be set to either of 2 levels. Press SYSTEM MENU.

  • Page 73: Using The Digital Media Port Adapter

    Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) adapter is for enjoying sound from a portable audio source or computer. By connecting a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, you can enjoy sound from the connected component on the system. Available DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters vary in each area.

  • Page 74: Deactivating The Buttons On The Unit

    Deactivating the Buttons on the Unit (Child Lock) You can deactivate the buttons on the unit (except for "/1) for preventing misoperation, such as child mischief (child lock function). When the child lock function is activated, the buttons on the unit are locked and “ up in the front panel display.

  • Page 75: Advanced Settings And Adjustments

    Advanced Settings and Adjustments Locking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL) You can set two kinds of playback restrictions for the desired disc. • Custom Parental Control You can set playback restrictions so that the system will not play inappropriate discs. •...
  • Page 76 To play a disc for which Custom Parental Control is set Insert the disc for which Custom Parental Control is set. The [CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL] display appears. CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL Custom parental control is already set. To play, enter your password and press ENTER Enter your 4-digit password using the...
  • Page 77 Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press The display for setting the playback limitation level appears. PARENTAL CONTROL LEVEL: STANDARD: Press X/x to select [STANDARD], then press The selection items for [STANDARD] are displayed. PARENTAL CONTROL LEVEL: STANDARD: OTHERS...

  • Page 78: Getting Optimal Surround Sound For A Room

    Changing the password Press DISPLAY while the system is in stop mode. The Control Menu display appears. Press X/x to select [PARENTAL CONTROL], then press The options for [PARENTAL CONTROL] appear. Press X/x to select [PASSWORD t], then press The display for entering the password appears.
  • Page 79 Press C/c to select a setting. • [STANDARD (WIRELESS)]: when installing the front and center speakers, connecting the unit with the speaker cords and surround speakers using the wireless system. • [NO CENTER]: when installing the front and surround speakers. •...

  • Page 80: (Speaker Formation) Calibrating The Appropriate Settings Automatically

    Press The setting is made. Press X/x to select [YES] or [NO], then press • [YES]: continue with [AUTO CALIBRATION], see Step 4 of “Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically” (page 80). • [NO]: exit [SPEAKER FORMATION]. SPEAKER FORMATION Continue with AUTO CALIBRATION? Note •...
  • Page 81 Connect the calibration mic to the A.CAL MIC jack on the front panel, and set it up at the ear level using a tripod, etc. (not supplied). The front of each speaker should face the calibration mic, and there should be no obstruction between the speakers and the calibration mic.

  • Page 82: Using The Setup Display

    Note • While the Auto Calibration function works: – do not turn off the power. – do not press any button. – do not change the volume. – do not change the function. – do not change the disc. – do not insert or eject a disc. –...
  • Page 83 Press X/x to select the setup item from the displayed list: [LANGUAGE SETUP], [SCREEN SETUP], [CUSTOM SETUP], or [SPEAKER SETUP]. Then press The Setup item is selected. Example: [SCREEN SETUP] Selected item SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND: JACKET PICTURE 4:3 OUTPUT: Setup items Select an item using X/x, then press...

  • Page 84: Setting The Display Or Sound Track Language

    Setting the Display or Sound Track Language [LANGUAGE SETUP] [LANGUAGE SETUP] allows you to set various languages for the on-screen display or sound track. Select [LANGUAGE SETUP] in the Setup Display. For details, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 82). LANGUAGE SETUP OSD: MENU:...
  • Page 85 Note • Depending on the DVD, [4:3 LETTER BOX] may be selected automatically instead of [4:3 PAN SCAN] or vice versa. x [YC /RGB (HDMI)] Selects the type of HDMI signal output from HDMI OUT jack. Outputs YC signals. [RGB] Outputs RGB signals.

  • Page 86: [Screen Setup] Custom Settings

    Custom Settings [CUSTOM SETUP] Use this to set up playback related and other settings. Select [CUSTOM SETUP] in the Setup Display. For details, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 82). The default settings are underlined. CUSTOM SETUP HDMI CONTROL: STB SYNCHRO: PAUSE MODE: TRACK SELECTION: MULTI-DISC RESUME:...

  • Page 87: Settings For The Speakers

    x [AUDIO DRC] (DVD VIDEO only) Narrows the dynamic range of the sound track. Useful for watching movies at low volume late at night. [OFF] No compression of dynamic range. [STANDARD] Reproduces the sound track with the kind of dynamic range that the recording engineer intended.
  • Page 88 Note • When you change the [CONNECTION] setting, the [STANDARD (WIRED)] or [STANDARD (WIRELESS)] of [SPEAKER FORMATION] setting remains the same, but the other settings of [SPEAKER FORMATION] return to [STANDARD (WIRELESS)]. x [DISTANCE (FRONT)] The default distance setting for the speakers in relation to the listening position is shown below.

  • Page 89: Adjusting The Speaker Level By Using The Test Tone

    [CENTER] Set this between –6.0 dB and 0.0 dB +6.0 dB. (appears when you set [CENTER] to [YES] in the [CONNECTION] setting.) [SUBWOOFER] Set this between –6.0 dB and +2.0 dB +6.0 dB. x [LEVEL (SURROUND)] You can vary the level of surround speakers as follows.

  • Page 90: Returning To The Default Settings

    Returning to the Default Settings You can return the system parameters, such as preset stations, to the default settings. "/1 Press "/1 to turn on the system. Press x, A, and "/1 on the unit at the same time. “COLD RESET” appears in the front panel display and the default settings are returned.

  • Page 91: Additional Information

    If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. On cleaning discs, disc/lens cleaners • Do not use cleaning discs or disc/lens cleaners (including wet or spray types).

  • Page 92: Notes About The Discs

    Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained. In the event of a problem with the surround system, have a Sony dealer check the entire system together (main unit, IR transmitter, IR receiver, and surround amplifier).
  • Page 93 • You have set progressive format but your TV cannot accept the signal in progressive format. In this case, return the setting to interlace format (the default setting) (page 31). • Even if your TV is compatible with progressive format (525p/625p) signals, the image may be affected when you set progressive format.
  • Page 94 The POWER/ON LINE indicator of the surround amplifier flashes in red. • The IR receiver is receiving an infrared signal from another Sony’s wireless product. Move the IR transmitter and/or the IR receiver so that the POWER/ON LINE indicator of the surround amplifier turns green.
  • Page 95 The disc does not play. • There is no disc inserted. • The disc is upside down. Insert the disc with the playback side facing down. • The disc is skewed on the disc tray. • The system cannot play CD-ROMs, etc. (page 5). •...
  • Page 96 • The DVD prohibits changing the angles. A disc cannot be ejected and “LOCKED” appears in the front panel display. • Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. [Data error] appears on the TV screen when playing a DATA CD or DATA DVD.

  • Page 97: Self-Diagnosis Function

    [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 again to operate.
  • Page 98 European, Russian, and Middle Eastern models: Australian and New Zealand models: Other models: Antenna (aerial) Intermediate frequency Video section Outputs Speakers Front (SS-TS73) Speaker system Speaker unit Rated impedance Dimensions (approx.) Mass (approx.) Center (SS-CT72) Speaker system Speaker unit Rated impedance Dimensions (approx.) Mass (approx.) Surround (SS-TS71)

  • Page 99: Glossary

    Subdivision of a title on a DVD. A title is composed of several chapters. Digital Cinema Auto Calibration Digital Cinema Auto Calibration was developed by Sony to automatically measure and adjusts the speaker settings to your listening environment in a short period of time. Digital Direct Twin Drive Subwoofer...
  • Page 100 Digital transmission (Digital Analog Infrared Audio Transmission) transmission Fig. 1 Signal spectrum for digital infrared audio transmission ® DivX Digital video technology created by DivX, Inc. Videos encoded with DivX technology are among the highest quality with a relatively small file size.
  • Page 101 DVD+RW A DVD+RW (plus RW) is a recordable and rewritable disc. DVD+RWs use a recording format that is comparable to the DVD VIDEO format. 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.
  • Page 102 Title The longest section of a picture or music feature on a DVD, movie, etc., in video software, or the entire album in audio software. Track Section of a picture or a music piece on a VIDEO CD, CD, or MP3. An album is composed of several tracks (MP3 only).

  • Page 103: Language Code List

    Language Code List The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard. Code Language Code Language 1027 Afar 1183 Irish 1028 Abkhazian 1186 Scots Gaelic 1032 Afrikaans 1194 Galician 1039 Amharic 1196 Guarani 1044 Arabic 1203 Gujarati 1045 Assamese 1209 Hausa 1051 Aymara 1217 Hindi...

  • Page 104: Index To Parts And Controls

    Index to Parts and Controls For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. Front panel A "/1 (on/standby) (35) B A (open/close) (35) C Disc operation (35) D FUNCTION (35) E Front panel display (106) (remote sensor) (8) G VOLUME control (35) H PHONES jack (35) I AUDIO IN/A.CAL MIC jack (22, 33)

  • Page 105: Rear Panel

    Rear panel FRONT R FRONT L SPEAKER CENTER WOOFER A SPEAKER jacks (14) B DIR-T1 jack (14) C SAT/CABLE (AUDIO IN R/L) jacks (33) D DMPORT (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT) jack (33, 73) E AM terminal (14) F COAXIAL FM 75Ω jack (14) G EURO AV T OUTPUT (TO TV) jack (14) SPEAKER SUR R...
  • Page 106 Front panel display About the indications in the front panel display A Lights up when the HDMI OUT jack is correctly connected to HDCP (high- bandwidth digital content protection) compliant device with HDMI or DVI (digital visual interface) input. (29) B Lights up when the time information of a title or chapter appears in the front panel display.
  • Page 107 surround amplifier Front panel POWER POWER ON-LINE A POWER (ON/OFF) (21) B POWER/ON LINE indicator (21) C DIR_R1 jack (18) Rear panel DIR-R1 SPEAKER SURROUND L SURROUND R D SURROUND L SPEAKER jack (14) E SURROUND R SPEAKER jack (14)

  • Page 108: Guide To The Control Menu Display

    Guide to the Control Menu Display Use the Control Menu display to select a function and to view related information. Press repeatedly to turn on 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 Control Menu display The Control Menu display 1 and 2 will show different items depending on the disc type.
  • Page 109 Control Menu items 1 2 ( 2 7 ) 1 8 ( 3 4 ) Selected item DISC TITLE CHAPTER Function name of selected Control REPEAT Menu item Operation message Displays the scene number for VIDEO CDs (PBC is on), track number for VIDEO CDs/CDs, album number for DATA CDs/DATA DVDs.
  • Page 110 [SPEAKER FORMATION] (pages 78, 80) Sets the speaker formation./Adjust the level of each speaker automatically. [PROGRAM] (page 45) Selects the track to play in the order you want. [SHUFFLE] (page 47) Plays the track in random order. [REPEAT] (page 48) Plays the entire disc (all titles/all tracks/all albums) repeatedly or one title/chapter/track/album repeatedly.

  • Page 111: Dvd Setup Display List

    DVD Setup Display List You can set the following items with the DVD Setup Display. The order of the displayed items may be different from the actual display. LANGUAGE SETUP OSD* MENU* AUDIO* SUBTITLE* SCREEN SETUP 16:9 TV TYPE 4:3 LETTER 4:3 PAN SCAN /RGB (HDMI) SCREEN SAVER...

  • Page 112: System Menu List

    System Menu List You can set the following items with SYSTEM MENU on the remote. System menu MEMORY FM MODE NAME IN SLEEP DIMMER DEMO ATTENUATE SL SR REV CHILD LOCK Appears during “TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” only. Appears during “TUNER FM” only. “ATTENUATE”...

  • Page 113: Index

    Index Numerics 16:9 84 4:3 LETTER BOX 84 4:3 OUTPUT 85 4:3 PAN SCAN 84 5.1 Channel Surround 50 A/V SYNC 55 ALBUM 43 Album 99 ANGLE 54 ATTENUATE 37 AUDIO 84 AUDIO (HDMI) 87 AUDIO DRC 87 Auto Calibration 80, 99 BACKGROUND 85 Batteries 8 CHAPTER 43...
  • Page 114 Radio 66 Radio Stations 65 RDS 67 Rear Panel 105 Region Code 6, 101 Remote 8, 68 Repeat Play 48 RESET 83 Resume Play 44 Scan 42 SCENE 43 Scene 101 SCREEN SAVER 85 SCREEN SETUP 84 Searching 42 Selecting 38 SETUP 82 Setup Display 82, 111 Shuffle Play 47...

  • Page 115: Remote Control

    Remote control ALPHABETICAL ORDER A – O ANGLE 4 (54) AUDIO** es (49) CLEAR ed (43, 67, 69, 83) D.TUNING wd (66) DISPLAY wa (52, 67) DVD MENU 5 (49, 62) DVD TOP MENU ea (49) DYNAMIC BASS ws (71) ENTER* 3 (22, 25, 37, 43, 65, FUNCTION +/–...
  • Page 116 Sony Corporation Printed in China...

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