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SON_ 3-875-153-11 DVD Home Theatre @System Operating Instructions DAV-HDZ273 H_:3FFI| @2008 Sony Corporation...
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Refer to them whenever (including amplifiers) that produce heat. call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized Model No. DAV-HDZ273 grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two Serial No.
1 1) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the AboutThisOperating manufacturer. 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, Instructions table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the carl/apparatus combination •...
Table of Contents Other Operations About This Operating Instructions ..3 Playable Discs ......... Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Getting Started Room ..........Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Step 1 : Positioning the System ...10 Automatically ......... Step 2: Connecting the System ...13 Controlling the TV with the Supplied...
Playable Discs Type Disc logo Characteristics Icon DVD VIDE() • DVD VIDE() • DVD-R/DVD-RW in DVD VIDE() l'onnat or video mode VIDEO • DVD+R/DVD+RW in DVD VlDEOl'(}m_at R4.7 OVO+R VR (Vide() • DVD-R/DVD-RW in VR (Video Recording) mode for,_ Recording) DVD-R DL) mode (except R4,7...
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2)JPEG image files must conform to the DCF image file format. (DCF "Design rule for Camera File system": Image standards for digital cameras regulated by Japan Electronics and Inlk)rmation Technology Industries Association (JEITA).) 3)A logical format of files and folders on CD-ROMs, defined by ISO (International Organization Standardization).
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DTS, Inc. 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" and B R AV IA are trademarks of Sony Corporation. '/US...
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• Calibration mic (l) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (l) • Front speakers (2) and surround speakers • Foot pads (l set) • Speaker cords (6, red/white/ • Center speaker (1) green/gray/blue/purple) • DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (TDM-iP10) • Video cord (1) •...
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Inserting batteries into remote Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching the @ and @ ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. To use the remote, point it at the remote sensor [] on the unit. •...
• Do not lean or hang on the speaker, as the speaker may fall down. • When you change the positions of the speakers, Sony recommends that you change the settings. For details, see "Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Room" (page 60) and "Calibrating...
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install speakers on a wall Before installing the speakers on a wall, connect the speaker cord to the speaker. Be sure to match the speaker cords to the appropriate terminals on the speakers: the speaker cord with the color tube to (_, and the speaker cord without the color tube to G. Color tube Front speaker (L): White Front speaker (R): Red...
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• 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 improper...
Step 2: Connectingthe System See the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from (_) to (_) on the following pages. • Be sure to make connections securely to avoid hum and noise. • When you connect another component with a volume control, turn up the w:)lume of the other components to a level...
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The connector and color tube of the speaker cords are the same color as the label of the jacks to be connected. Be sure to match the speaker cords to the appropriate terminals on the speakers: the speaker cord with the color tube to (_, and the speaker cord without the color tube to G. Do not catch the speaker cord insulation in the speaker terminals.
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Use the parts as follows: • Video cord (l) To listen to TV sound from the six speakers of the system, connect the TV and the system with the audio cord (not supplied) ((_)). For video output to your TV, check the video input jacks of the TV, and select connection method I_, Q, or Q.
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** HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) If your TV has the HDMI jack, use this counection and select the type ol' output signal (page 23). • During the "DMPORT" function, video signal is not output from the HDMI OUT and COMPONENT VIDEO jacks.
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You can enjoy the connected component using the six speakers of the system. • Potlable audio source: I_ • DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter: (_) Front panel • You another call connect component, such as VCR, instead of the TV. For connection details, see page DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter To connect...
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If your TV has multiple audio/video inputs You can enjoy the sound with the speakers of the system through the connected TV. Connect the components as follows. VCR, digital satellite receiver or PlayStation, etc. VCR, digital satellite or PlayStation, etc. receiver ===::_ :Signal flow...
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AM loop antenna (aerial) (supplied) • Cord (A) or cord (B) can be connected to either terminah Rear panel FM wire antenna (aerial) ,_-_ (supplied) • Keep the AM loop antenna (aerial) and cord away from the system or other AV components, as noise may result.
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Belk_re couuecting the AC power cord (mains lead) of the unit to a wall outlet (mains), connect all the speakers to the uuit. Rear panel To the wall outlet (mains) Ariel connecting the AC power cord (mains lead), the demonstration appears iu the flout pauel display.
Step 3: Performingthe Quick Setup Follow the Steps below to make the basic adjustments for using the system. Displayed items vary depending on the country model. Press ,1%1, t o select a language. The system displays the menu and subtitles •...
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Press @. volume down. Give consideration to children 11Connect and neighbors. calibration mic to the • Avoid being in the measurement area and A.CAL MIC jack on the front panel. making noise during the measurement (which Set up the calibration mic at the ear level takes about 3 minutes), as it may interfere...
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Press t'14,to select [QUICK], then press • [720 x 480p1"*: The system outputs 720 x 480p* video signals. * i: interlace, p: progressive The Quick Setup display appears. ** Depending on the country model, [720 x 576p] may appear. Does your TV accept progressive...
When you select [ON1, the confirmation Step 4: EnjoyingSound display appears. Follow the Steps below. Press (--/-) to select [START], then from all the Speakers press @. The system outputs the progressive signal You can enjoy DVD, TV, or VCR sound fiom for 5 seconds.
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Press FUNCTION +/- repeatedly until "TV/VlDEO" or "AUDIO" appears in the • When you use both the TV/VIDEO (AUDIO front panel display. IN) jacks (analog connection) and TV/VIDEO (COAXIAL or OPTICAL DIGITAL IN)jack Press SYSTEM MENU. (digital connection) at the same time, the digital Press ,1,/4,repeatedly until connection takes priority.
EnjoyingSurroundSoundby Using DecodingMode You can enjoy surround sound simply by selecting one of the system's pre-programmed decoding modes. They bring exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters into your home. i....SYSTEM MENU Press SYSTEM MENU. Press t'14, repeatedly until "DEC. MODE" appears in the front panel display, then press @ or-).
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Display Decoding mode Effect "PLII MOVIE" Dolby Pro Logic lI Performs Pro Logic II movie mode decoding to the input signal and MOVIE produces five full-bandwidth output channels from 2 channel sources. This selling is ideal for watching videos of overdubbed or old movies.
Enjoying Multiplex Selecting the Sound Broadcast Sound Mode You cau select a suitable souud mode for movies (DUAL MONO) or music. You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when the system receives or plays the Dolby Digital multiplex broadcast signal. •To receive the Dolby Digital signal, you need to connect a TV or other component to the unit with an optical or coaxial digital cord (page 15) and set the digital output mode of the TV or other component to...
Place one disc on the tray, and then press _. Playing a Disc Depending on the DVD VIDEO or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted. • When you play an 8 cm disc, place it on the Refer to the operating instructions supplied with...
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Other operations l)Except for JPEG image files. 2)Scan speeds may differ with some discs. Press 3_DVD VIDEO, DVD-R, DVD-RW, VIDE() CD only. Stop • <*YExceptfor VIDE() CDs. Pause 5)You cannot search for a still picture on a DVD-VR. Resume play after pause II or 1>...
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• [2/R]: The sound of the right channel (monaural). • Super VCD • [1 :STEREO]: The stereo sound of the audio track 1. • [1 :l/L]: The sound of the left channel of the When the system is playing a DVD VIDEO audio track 1 (monaural).
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Example: To change a playback layer when playing a hybrid Super Audio Dolby Digital 3 channel Some Super Audio CDs consist of a Super Surround Audio CD layer and a CD layer. You can change Front (L/R) (Monaural) the playback layer you want to listen to. •...
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"RESUME" appears in the flont panel playback allows you to play a VIDEO display. interactively by following the menu on the TV screen, Press t::>. Start playing a VIDEO CD with The system starts playback flom the point functions. where you stopped the disc in Step 1. The menu for your selection...
• If [MULTI-DISC RESUME] in [SYSTEM SETUP] UsingPlay Mode is set to [OFF] (page 50), the resume point is cleared when you change the function by pressing FUNCTION +_. • To play from the beginning of the disc, press • twice, (Program Play) then press 12::>-.
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To cancel all of the tracks in the Selected track programmed order Follow Steps 1 to 3 of "Creating your own program." Press 4" and select [ALL CLEAR]. Press @. • When you press CLEAR to return to r,.',rmal play. Shuffle Play arm Repeat Play arc also canceled.
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• DATA CD/DATA DVD Shuffle Play starts. • [()FFI: Off. To return to normal play • [DISC]: You can repeat all of the folders Press CLEAR, or select [OFF1 in Step 3. on the disc, • [FOLDERI: You can repeat the current To turn off the Control Menu folder.
Searching/Selecting a Disc This function is only available for DVD-VRs with a playlist created. Press O DISPLAY while the system is in stop mode. A DVD is divided into a lot of sections, which The Control Menu display appears on the make up a picture or music feature.
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The nmnber in parentheses indicates the For example, to find the scene at 2 hours, l 0 minutes, and 20 seconds after the total number of titles, chapters, tracks, indexes, scenes, folders, or files. beginning. Press 2, 1,0, 2, 0 ([2:10:20]). Press @.
Press ,t,/,I, to select a folder. Playing MP3 Files/JPEG • To play MP3 files in a folder Press D:> to start playing the selected Image Files folder. • To select a MP3 file Press @. You can play the MP3 files or JPEG image files: The list of files contained in the folder •...
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To play next or previous JPEG image file Press +/÷ when the Control Menu display is not displayed. Note that you can select the next Load a DATA CD or DATA DVD folder by continuing to press ") after the last The t%lders recorded on the DATA CD or image on the current folder, but that you cannot...
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• If you play large MP3 file and JPEG image file at the out fiom left to right of the TV screen. same time, the sound may skip. Sony recommends • [MODE 31:The JPEG image file stretches that you set the MP3 bit rate to 128 kbps or lower out from the center of the TV screen.
• [OFFI: Off. Adjusting the Delay Press @" Between the Picture and • The [EFFECT] setting is not effective when you set Sound [JPEG RESOLUTION] in [HDMI SETUP] to [(1920 × 1080i) HD El] or [(1920 × 1080i) HD] (page 48). [A/V S YNC] When the sound does not match the pictures the TV screen, you can adjust the delay between...
Enter a 4-digit password using the number Restricting Playback of buttons, then press @. The display for confirming the password the Disc appears. • When you have already registered a [PARENTAL CONTROL] password The display for entering the password appears. Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be limited Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password according...
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Press 4"14, t o select [SYSTEM SETUP], To turn off the [PARENTAL then press @. CONTROL] function The options for [SYSTEM SETUP1 appear. Set [LEVEL1 to [OFF1 in Step Press 4"/4, to select [PARENTAL play a disc for which CONTROL --q, then press @. [PARENTAL CONTROL] is set...
The optious for the selected item appear. Usingthe Setup Display Example: [TV TYPE1 VIDEO SETUP You can make various adjustments of items such as picture and sound. Displayed items vary depending on the country model. Options • Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over the Setup Display settings and not all the functions Press ,1,/4, to select a setting, then described may work.
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• [TV TYPE] • [OSD] (On-Screen Display) You can switch the display language on the TV You can select the aspect ratio of the connected screen. [16:91: Select this when you connect a wide- • [MENU] (DVD VIDEO only) screen TV or a TV with a wide mode function. You can switch the language for the disc's lilenu.
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You cannot select this and the setting is not The system outputs the progressive signal for 5 seconds. Check that the screen is effective when the system outputs progressive signal. displayed correctly. Press <--/-> to select [YES], then press [OFFI: You can set the black level of the output signal to the standard level.
** Depending on the country model, [720 x 576p] may • [AUDIO (HDMI)] appear. You can select the audio output status fiom the HDMI OUT jack. • [CONTROL FOR HDMI] You cim set the [CONTROL FOR HDMI1 [OFFI: The system does not output the sound function to on/off.
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• When you set the item to [AUTO], the language change. The [TRACK SELECTION] setting has [,4 UDIO SETUP] higher priority than the [AUDIO] settings [LANGUAGE SETUP] (page 45). (Depending the disc, this function may not work.) • If PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital sound, and MPEG audio have the same number of channels, the system selects PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital sound, and MPEG audio in...
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subwoofer setting is fixed, you cannot change • [PARENTAL CONTROL] them. You can set the playback restrictions. [FRONT] details, see "Restricting Playback of the Disc" [YES1 (page 43). [CENTER] [YES]: Normally select this. • [MULTI-DISC RESUME] (DVD VIDEO/ VIDEO CD only) [NONE]: Select this if no center speaker is used.
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I)0.9 to 6.9 meters for North American models. [L/R1, and flom -6.0 dB to +6.0 dB for [CENTER1 and [SUBWOOFER1. Be sure to set 2)0.0 to 6.9 meters for North American models. [TEST TONE1 to [ON1 for easy adjustment. 3)When you perform the Quick Setup (page 21 ), the default settings are changed.
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• To adjust the volume of all the speakers at one time, turn the VOLUME control on the unit, or press VOLUME +/- on the remote. • To return to the default setting when changing setting, select the item, then press CLEAR. Note that only the [CONNECTION] setting does not return to...
• You can select the preset number directly by pressing the number buttons. Press @. PresettingRadio "COMPLETE" appears iu the frout pauel Stations display, aud the statiou is stored. Repeat Steps 2 to 7 to store other stations. You cau preset 20 FM statious, aud 10 AM statious.
If an FM program is noisy Listening to the Radio It" an FM program is noisy, you can select monaural reception. There will be no stereo Preset radio stations in the system's memory effect, but reception will improve. first (see "Presetting Radio Stations"...
AM" T3 I- _u_Eo sl When the station name is set (1) Station name You can input letters, numbers, and other Ex. "SONY RADIO" symbols for a radio station. @ Frequency Ex. "AM 1 576" If you make a mistake When the station name is not set: Press 4./-.) repeatedly...
HDMI fimction may not work. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the component. • The Control for HDMI function may not work if you connect a component other than Sony, even if the Usingthe Control for component is compatible with the Control for HDMI HDMI Function for fuuctiou.
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To set the [CONTROL FOR HDMI] The One-Touch Play also works when: function to on/off - You press _ while the disc tray is opened and 12::>appears in the fiont panel display. Press FUNCTION +/- repeatedly until - You close the disc tray by pressing the disc "DVD"...
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(System Audio Control) (Volume Limit) You can enjoy TV sound in this system by easy If you change the output method of the TV to the operation. system speaker on the TV menu or by pressing To use this function, connect the system and the THEATER* or THEATRE*, loud sound may be...
Usingthe DIGITALMEDIA • When listening to MP3 files or other compressed music using a portable audio source, you can enhance PORTAdapter the sound. Select "A.F.D. STD" for "DEC. MODE" (page 26). To cancel, select other than "A.F.D. STD." • Depending on the type of DIGITAL MEDIA PORT...
Press ,I,/4, to select [CUSTOM], then press @. • In order to enjoy the surround sound after you change the position of the speakers, Sony recommends you The Setup Display appears. set [SPEAKER FORMATION], and then set [AUTO Press 4"14, t o select [AUDIO SETUP], CALIBRATION] (page 61).
obstructiou betweeu the speakers aud the Calibrating the calibratiou mic. Appropriate Settings Automatically [AUTO CALIBRATION] D. C. A. C. (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) can set the appropriate surround sound automatically. • The system outputs a loud test sound when [AUTO CALIBRATION] starts.
O Press !-/+ to select [YESI or [NOl, then the SuppliedRemote press @. • The measurement is OK. You can control the TV (Sony only) by using Disconnect the calibration mic, then select following buttons. Use these buttons (other than [YES1.
Using the SoundEffect Usingthe Sleep Timer You can set the system to turn off at a preset time, so you can fall asleep listening to music. You can preset the time in 1 or 10-minutes increments. You cau reiuforce bass flequeucies. Press DYNAMIC BASS.
Changingthe Brightness Viewing Information of the Front Panel About the Disc Display r_]_m r_mmm The brightuess of the fiout pauel display cau be set to either of 2 levels. Press SYSTEM MENU. Press ,1,/4,repeatedly until "DIMMER" appears in the front panel display, then press @ or-).
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• %**:** Remaining time of the current track • The system only display the first level of the DVD/CD text, such as the disc name or title. • D **:** If a file name of the MP3 file cannot be Playing time of the current disc •...
Bit rate r_ Returning to the Default Settings _002 Remixes Soul Survivor rap versio_ Folder name '_r_ File name '_r_ * The bit rate appears when the system is playing an I/(_ _" • MP3 file on a DATA CD/DATA DVD.
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Press 1,14,to select [SYSTEM SETUP], then press @. The options for [SYSTEM SETUP1 appear. Press 1,1,1, t o [RESET] and press ->. Press <--/-> to select [YES]. You can also quit the process and return to the Control Menu display by selecting [NO1 here.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. On placement On cleaning discs, disc/lens • Place tile system in a location with adequate cleaners...
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...
• After checking the above items and l'ixing any problems, turn on the system. the cause ol' the problem cannot be found even afler checking all the above items, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Picture Symptom Remedy • The video connecting There is no picture.
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Symptom Remedy Picture noise appears. • The disc is dirty or flawed. • If the picture output from your system goes through your VCR to get to your TV, the copy-protection signal applied to some DVD programs could affect picture quality. If you still experience problems even when you connect...
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Symptom Remedy Severe hum or noise is heard. • Check that the speakers and components are connected securely. • Check that the connectiug cords are away from a transformer or motor, and at least 3 meters (10 It) away from your TV set or a fluorescent light.
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Symptom Remedy • There is no disc inseded. The disc does not play. • 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.
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DVD being played (page 30). • The DVD prohibits changing the angles. A disc cannot be ejected • Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. "LOCKED" appears in the front panel display. [Data error] appears on the TV •...
(When letters/numbers appear in the number [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.
AM tuner section Specifications Tuning range North American, Mexican, and Latin American models: AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS 530 kHz - 1,710 kHz (with for the US model the interval set at 10 kHz) POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC 531 kHz - 1,710 kHz (with DISTORTION: the interval set at 9 kHz)
Cinema Auto Calibration General Digital Cinema Auto Calibration wits developed 120 V AC, 60 Hz Power requirements by Sony to automatically measure and adjusts On: 155 W Power consumption the speaker settings to your listening Standby: 0.3 W (at the environment in a short period of time.
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surround speakers and a center speaker. The is compatible with the 525 or 625 progressive format. sunound speakers output monaural sound. Super Audio Digital audio compression technology Super Audio CD is a new high-quality audio disc standard where music is recorded in the developed by DTS, Inc.
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2 channel area b bYou can play the CD layer on a conventional player. 2)Since both layers are on one side, it is not necessary to turn the disc over. _)To select a layer, see "To change a playback layer when playing a hybrid Super Audio CD"...
LanguageCode List The language spellings conform to the IS() 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...
Index to Parts and Control For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. I/_ (on/standby) (21, 66) FUNCTION (24) 5" VOLUME control (29) =L_ (open/close) (29) PHONES jack (29) Front panel display (83) AUDIO IN/A.CAL MIC jack (17, 21, 61) Play operation buttons (29)
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SPEAKER jacks (14) DMPORT (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT) jack (17, 59) COAXIAL 75_ FM jack (19) HDMI OUT jack (15) AM terminal (19) TV/VIDEO (DIGITAL IN COAXIAL/ TV/VIDEO (AUDIO IN R/L) jacks (15, 17) OPTICAL) jacks (15) VIDEO OUT jack (15) COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (15) 82us...
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About the indications in the front panel display Playing status Lights up when the HDMI OUT jack is correctly connected to HDCP (High- Flashes when the sleep timer is set. bandwidth Digital Content Protection) (63) compliant device with HDMI or DVI Displays system's status such as (Digital Visual Interface) input.
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Example: Control Menu display l when playing a DVD VIDEO........Currently playing title number ..Currently playing chapter number Total number of titles Total number of chapters Playback status (1=,_Playback, Control Menu II Pause, • Stop, etc.) Type of disc being played Selected Playing time...
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[SHUFFLE] (page 35) Youc_,n playthetr_,ck/file in r_,ndom o rder. [REPEAT] (page 36) You can play the entire disc (all titles/all mtcks/all folders!all files) repeatedly or one title/ chapter/1 rack/folder/file repeatedly. [A/V SYNC] (page 42) You can adjust the delay between the picture and sound.