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... from Connected Components ......... 52 Settings Changing the Brightness of the Front Panel Display 53 Setting the Demonstration Mode to On/Off 53 Reperforming the Quick Setup 53 Set the System to Standby Mode Automatically 53 Performing Further Settings 54 Additional Information Precautions 62 Troubleshooting 64 Specifications 70 Index 75 5US
... from Connected Components ......... 52 Settings Changing the Brightness of the Front Panel Display 53 Setting the Demonstration Mode to On/Off 53 Reperforming the Quick Setup 53 Set the System to Standby Mode Automatically 53 Performing Further Settings 54 Additional Information Precautions 62 Troubleshooting 64 Specifications 70 Index 75 5US
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Package Contents Main unit Speaker packages • DAV-DZ170/DAV-DZ171 • DAV-DZ175 • Speaker cords (1 set) (red/white/green/gray/blue) • Foot pads (1 set) Accessories • Remote commander (remote) (1) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) or • HDMI cable (1) (DAV-DZ171 only) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Calibration mic (1) • Video cord (1) • Operating Instructions • Quick Setup Guide • Easy Setup Disc (DVD) 10US
Package Contents Main unit Speaker packages • DAV-DZ170/DAV-DZ171 • DAV-DZ175 • Speaker cords (1 set) (red/white/green/gray/blue) • Foot pads (1 set) Accessories • Remote commander (remote) (1) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) or • HDMI cable (1) (DAV-DZ171 only) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Calibration mic (1) • Video cord (1) • Operating Instructions • Quick Setup Guide • Easy Setup Disc (DVD) 10US
Operating Instructions
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... area on a Super Audio CD. 18US The [ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST] indicator lights up in yellow when you select [PLAY LIST] (default setting). Use the Quick Setup to select the desired language of the on-screen display, the aspect ratio of media (MP3/AAC2)/WMA2) file, JPEG image file, video file, or...] (page 34) You can display the DVD's menu. [BROWSING] (page 31) You can display the list of folders/JPEG image files. [SETUP] (page 54) [CUSTOM] In addition to the Quick Setup setting, you can adjust various other settings. [QUICK] (page 26) You can transfer tracks on an audio CD or MP3 files...
... area on a Super Audio CD. 18US The [ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST] indicator lights up in yellow when you select [PLAY LIST] (default setting). Use the Quick Setup to select the desired language of the on-screen display, the aspect ratio of media (MP3/AAC2)/WMA2) file, JPEG image file, video file, or...] (page 34) You can display the DVD's menu. [BROWSING] (page 31) You can display the list of folders/JPEG image files. [SETUP] (page 54) [CUSTOM] In addition to the Quick Setup setting, you can adjust various other settings. [QUICK] (page 26) You can transfer tracks on an audio CD or MP3 files...
Operating Instructions
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... the TV screen. 3 Press "/1 to turn the system on . • [OFF]: The Control for HDMI function is for HDMI setting, then press . VIDEO SETUP TV TYPE: 16:9 PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT): 16:9 4:3 OUTPUT: 4:3 LETTER BOX BLACK LEVEL: 4:3 PAN SCAN BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT): OFF PAUSE MODE: AUTO... DISPLAY 1 Turn on your TV. 2 Switch the input selector on the area. Getting Started Step 3: Setting up the System Performing the Quick Setup Displayed items vary depending on your TV type, then press . Press CLEAR to erase this message. • [16:9]: This aspect ratio is for...
... the TV screen. 3 Press "/1 to turn the system on . • [OFF]: The Control for HDMI function is for HDMI setting, then press . VIDEO SETUP TV TYPE: 16:9 PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT): 16:9 4:3 OUTPUT: 4:3 LETTER BOX BLACK LEVEL: 4:3 PAN SCAN BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT): OFF PAUSE MODE: AUTO... DISPLAY 1 Turn on your TV. 2 Switch the input selector on the area. Getting Started Step 3: Setting up the System Performing the Quick Setup Displayed items vary depending on your TV type, then press . Press CLEAR to erase this message. • [16:9]: This aspect ratio is for...
Operating Instructions
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... speakers in front of the listening position. 9 Connect the calibration mic (supplied) to the A.CAL MIC jack on the front panel. To quit the Quick Setup Press DISPLAY in which the system is installed may affect measurements. Set up the calibration mic at ear level using a tripod, etc. (not supplied). Calibration...
... speakers in front of the listening position. 9 Connect the calibration mic (supplied) to the A.CAL MIC jack on the front panel. To quit the Quick Setup Press DISPLAY in which the system is installed may affect measurements. Set up the calibration mic at ear level using a tripod, etc. (not supplied). Calibration...
Operating Instructions
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...select the desired setting, then press . CUSTOM CUSTOM QUICK 5 Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then press . CUSTOM 4 Press X/x to select [HDMI SETUP], then press . Getting Started Setting the type of video output to match your TV Depending on the area, [720 × 480/576p] may ...appear and the system may output 720 × 576p video signals. 28US HDMI SETUP HDMI RESOLUTION: CONTROL FOR HDMI: VOLUME LIMIT: YCBCR/RGB(HDMI): AUDIO(HDMI): JPEG RESOLUTION: AUTO(1920x1080p) AUTO(1920x1O08F0pF) 1920LxE1V0E8L02i 1280YxC72BC0pR 720x4O80FpF ...
...select the desired setting, then press . CUSTOM CUSTOM QUICK 5 Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then press . CUSTOM 4 Press X/x to select [HDMI SETUP], then press . Getting Started Setting the type of video output to match your TV Depending on the area, [720 × 480/576p] may ...appear and the system may output 720 × 576p video signals. 28US HDMI SETUP HDMI RESOLUTION: CONTROL FOR HDMI: VOLUME LIMIT: YCBCR/RGB(HDMI): AUDIO(HDMI): JPEG RESOLUTION: AUTO(1920x1080p) AUTO(1920x1O08F0pF) 1920LxE1V0E8L02i 1280YxC72BC0pR 720x4O80FpF ...
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...then press . Check that the screen is connected via the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. your TV is displayed correctly. 9 Press C/c to select [VIDEO SETUP], then press . When you connect the unit and your TV is in stop mode. 3 Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then press . The ... 1 Press DVD/CD. 6 Press X/x to select [PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT)], then press . The system outputs a progressive signal for about 5 seconds. VIDEO SETUP TV TYPE: PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT): 4:3 OUTPUT: BLACK LEVEL: BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT): PAUSE MODE: 16:9 OFF FULL ON OFF AUTO [OFF]: The system...
...then press . Check that the screen is connected via the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. your TV is displayed correctly. 9 Press C/c to select [VIDEO SETUP], then press . When you connect the unit and your TV is in stop mode. 3 Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then press . The ... 1 Press DVD/CD. 6 Press X/x to select [PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT)], then press . The system outputs a progressive signal for about 5 seconds. VIDEO SETUP TV TYPE: PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT): 4:3 OUTPUT: BLACK LEVEL: BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT): PAUSE MODE: 16:9 OFF FULL ON OFF AUTO [OFF]: The system...
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... number of the title, chapter, track, scene, etc., then press . To return to a number). Playing a specific title/ chapter/track/scene, etc. The number in [HDMI SETUP] to [(1920 × 1080i) HD ] or [(1920 × 1080i) HD] (page 56). To select the title/chapter/track/ scene/index/folder/file number for JPEG...
... number of the title, chapter, track, scene, etc., then press . To return to a number). Playing a specific title/ chapter/track/scene, etc. The number in [HDMI SETUP] to [(1920 × 1080i) HD ] or [(1920 × 1080i) HD] (page 56). To select the title/chapter/track/ scene/index/folder/file number for JPEG...
Operating Instructions
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... be selected when you are playing a disc that does not contain JPEG image files or a USB device, or when you set [JPEG RESOLUTION] in [HDMI SETUP] to a setting that cannot play JPEG image files. You can turn the folder list on the control menu. 2 Press X/x to select [INTERVAL], then press . 3 Press... show duration 1 Press DISPLAY repeatedly until [INTERVAL] appears on /off by pressing DVD MENU repeatedly. 6 Press X/x to 128 kbps or lower when creating the file. Sony recommends that you set the MP3 bit rate to select the desired folder and press N.
... be selected when you are playing a disc that does not contain JPEG image files or a USB device, or when you set [JPEG RESOLUTION] in [HDMI SETUP] to a setting that cannot play JPEG image files. You can turn the folder list on the control menu. 2 Press X/x to select [INTERVAL], then press . 3 Press... show duration 1 Press DISPLAY repeatedly until [INTERVAL] appears on /off by pressing DVD MENU repeatedly. 6 Press X/x to 128 kbps or lower when creating the file. Sony recommends that you set the MP3 bit rate to select the desired folder and press N.
Operating Instructions
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...HDMI function with the "BRAVIA" Sync function. Turning the system off in stop mode. 7 Press X/x to select [SETUP], then press . 8 Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then press . 9 Press X/x to select [HDMI SETUP], then press . 10 Press X/x to select [CONTROL FOR HDMI], then press . 11 Press X/x to the ...HDMI Function for "BRAVIA" Sync This function is available on TVs with an HDMI cable, operation is simplified as below: - By connecting Sony components that the system and your TV. Note • Depending on the settings of your TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions...
...HDMI function with the "BRAVIA" Sync function. Turning the system off in stop mode. 7 Press X/x to select [SETUP], then press . 8 Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then press . 9 Press X/x to select [HDMI SETUP], then press . 10 Press X/x to select [CONTROL FOR HDMI], then press . 11 Press X/x to the ...HDMI Function for "BRAVIA" Sync This function is available on TVs with an HDMI cable, operation is simplified as below: - By connecting Sony components that the system and your TV. Note • Depending on the settings of your TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions...
Operating Instructions
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...QUICK], then press . Setting the Demonstration Mode to On/Off You can turn on /off the demonstration in stop mode. 3 Press X/x to select [SETUP], then press . 4 Press X/x to select the brightness of the front panel display, then press . • "DIMMER OFF": The front panel display ...the system is in the front panel display. 3 Press X/x to select "DEMO," then press or c. Settings Settings Changing the Brightness of "Performing the Quick Setup" (page 26). The selected item appears in standby mode. 1 Press SYSTEM MENU. 2 Press X/x to select a setting, then press . • "DEMO...
...QUICK], then press . Setting the Demonstration Mode to On/Off You can turn on /off the demonstration in stop mode. 3 Press X/x to select [SETUP], then press . 4 Press X/x to select the brightness of the front panel display, then press . • "DIMMER OFF": The front panel display ...the system is in the front panel display. 3 Press X/x to select "DEMO," then press or c. Settings Settings Changing the Brightness of "Performing the Quick Setup" (page 26). The selected item appears in standby mode. 1 Press SYSTEM MENU. 2 Press X/x to select a setting, then press . • "DEMO...
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... OUTPUT: FULL BLACK LEVEL: ON BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT): OFF PAUSE MODE: AUTO Selected setting To reset all of the [SETUP] settings To reset all the functions described may work. 1 Press DVD/CD. 2 Press DISPLAY while the system is complete.... 5 Press X/x to select the setup item, then press . • [LANGUAGE SETUP] (page 54) • [VIDEO SETUP] (page 55) • [HDMI SETUP] (page 56) • [AUDIO SETUP] (page 57) • [SYSTEM SETUP] (page 58) • [SPEAKER SETUP] (page 60) Example: [VIDEO SETUP] Selected item VIDEO SETUP TV TYPE: PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT):...
... OUTPUT: FULL BLACK LEVEL: ON BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT): OFF PAUSE MODE: AUTO Selected setting To reset all of the [SETUP] settings To reset all the functions described may work. 1 Press DVD/CD. 2 Press DISPLAY while the system is complete.... 5 Press X/x to select the setup item, then press . • [LANGUAGE SETUP] (page 54) • [VIDEO SETUP] (page 55) • [HDMI SETUP] (page 56) • [AUDIO SETUP] (page 57) • [SYSTEM SETUP] (page 58) • [SPEAKER SETUP] (page 60) Example: [VIDEO SETUP] Selected item VIDEO SETUP TV TYPE: PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT):...
Operating Instructions
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... on the entire screen and cuts off . x [4:3 OUTPUT] When you use a 16:9 aspect ratio TV, you select [AUDIO FOLLOW], the language for the display [VIDEO SETUP] Select settings according to your TV. Settings for the subtitles changes according to select [START], then press . The system outputs a progressive signal. x [AUDIO] You can...
... on the entire screen and cuts off . x [4:3 OUTPUT] When you use a 16:9 aspect ratio TV, you select [AUDIO FOLLOW], the language for the display [VIDEO SETUP] Select settings according to your TV. Settings for the subtitles changes according to select [START], then press . The system outputs a progressive signal. x [AUDIO] You can...
Operating Instructions
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... Maximum volume level is set to 20. x [VOLUME LIMIT] When the System Audio Control (page 48) is set to [ON]. 56US Settings for HDMI [HDMI SETUP] x [HDMI RESOLUTION] You can select the picture in pause mode. [AUTO]: The picture, including subjects that is output in [VIDEO... Note • [4:3 OUTPUT] is compatible with the Control for HDMI function with an HDMI cable. [ON]: On. x [BLACK LEVEL] You can select the black level (setup level) for normal usage. [FRAME]: The picture, including subjects that is effective only when you set the black level of the system. This setting is...
... Maximum volume level is set to 20. x [VOLUME LIMIT] When the System Audio Control (page 48) is set to [ON]. 56US Settings for HDMI [HDMI SETUP] x [HDMI RESOLUTION] You can select the picture in pause mode. [AUTO]: The picture, including subjects that is output in [VIDEO... Note • [4:3 OUTPUT] is compatible with the Control for HDMI function with an HDMI cable. [ON]: On. x [BLACK LEVEL] You can select the black level (setup level) for normal usage. [FRAME]: The picture, including subjects that is effective only when you set the black level of the system. This setting is...
Operating Instructions
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...215; 1080i) HD ]: The system outputs full size HD resolution with [AUTO CALIBRATION]. the system is effective only when you set [TV TYPE] in [VIDEO SETUP] to [16:9], and you set [AUDIO (HDMI)] to [ON]. A. x [AUTO CALIBRATION] D. C. (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) can set the appropriate ... The system outputs RGB signals. Note • [JPEG RESOLUTION] is loading or unloading a DATA CD or DATA DVD. - For better surround sound, Sony recommends that first you decide the position of the speakers. 1 Press C/c to select a setting, then press . • [STANDARD]: Select this when...
...215; 1080i) HD ]: The system outputs full size HD resolution with [AUTO CALIBRATION]. the system is effective only when you set [TV TYPE] in [VIDEO SETUP] to [16:9], and you set [AUDIO (HDMI)] to [ON]. A. x [AUTO CALIBRATION] D. C. (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) can set the appropriate ... The system outputs RGB signals. Note • [JPEG RESOLUTION] is loading or unloading a DATA CD or DATA DVD. - For better surround sound, Sony recommends that first you decide the position of the speakers. 1 Press C/c to select a setting, then press . • [STANDARD]: Select this when...
Operating Instructions
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...device (ghosting). x [BACKGROUND] You can select the background color or picture on the disc, this function may not work.) Other Settings [SYSTEM SETUP] x [SCREEN SAVER] You can reduce the damage to [AUTO], the language may affect measurements. Be quiet during the measurement. The [TRACK... for Dolby Digital. x [TRACK SELECTION] You can compress the dynamic range of the sound track. [AUDIO DRC] is always [YES] and [SPEAKER SETUP] returns to select [YES], then press . [AUTO CALIBRATION] starts. Note • [AUDIO DRC] works only for [SUBWOOFER] is useful for watching...
...device (ghosting). x [BACKGROUND] You can select the background color or picture on the disc, this function may not work.) Other Settings [SYSTEM SETUP] x [SCREEN SAVER] You can reduce the damage to [AUTO], the language may affect measurements. Be quiet during the measurement. The [TRACK... for Dolby Digital. x [TRACK SELECTION] You can compress the dynamic range of the sound track. [AUDIO DRC] is always [YES] and [SPEAKER SETUP] returns to select [YES], then press . [AUTO CALIBRATION] starts. Note • [AUDIO DRC] works only for [SUBWOOFER] is useful for watching...
Operating Instructions
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... recalls the point where you insert the same disc. [ON]: The system stores the resume points in memory. Press C/c to complete. You can return the [SETUP] settings other than [PARENTAL CONTROL] to the default settings. 59US When you load the disc and press N, the display for entering your password, enter "199703...
... recalls the point where you insert the same disc. [ON]: The system stores the resume points in memory. Press C/c to complete. You can return the [SETUP] settings other than [PARENTAL CONTROL] to the default settings. 59US When you load the disc and press N, the display for entering your password, enter "199703...
Operating Instructions
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... speakers from -6.0 dB to 6.9 meters for North American models. You can adjust the speaker settings manually without performing the Quick Setup. Set [TEST TONE] to [ON] for the speakers [SPEAKER SETUP] You can set the speaker distance from your listening position, and then adjust the sound level for the surround speakers from...
... speakers from -6.0 dB to 6.9 meters for North American models. You can adjust the speaker settings manually without performing the Quick Setup. Set [TEST TONE] to [ON] for the speakers [SPEAKER SETUP] You can set the speaker distance from your listening position, and then adjust the sound level for the surround speakers from...
Operating Instructions
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... signal. "COLD RESET" appears in the front panel display. • Check the speaker connection (page 21). • Do not install the speaker in [VIDEO SETUP] to the connected video input so that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained. There is not turned on... procedure. (Note that is not HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) compliant ("HDMI" on . Troubleshooting If you experience any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Picture Symptom There is no picture when you make an HDMI cable connection.
... signal. "COLD RESET" appears in the front panel display. • Check the speaker connection (page 21). • Do not install the speaker in [VIDEO SETUP] to the connected video input so that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained. There is not turned on... procedure. (Note that is not HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) compliant ("HDMI" on . Troubleshooting If you experience any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Picture Symptom There is no picture when you make an HDMI cable connection.
Operating Instructions
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...DVD/USB device. level is no sound from the DIGITAL IN OPTICAL/ COAXIAL jack. • The sampling frequency of [TV TYPE] in [VIDEO SETUP] (page 55). Color irregularity occurs on the disc, the sound may occur. There is no system sound from your TV's speakers. when you... system's speakers contain magnet parts, so magnetic distortion may come from the center speaker only. Playback picture becomes distorted. • Set [YCBCR] in [HDMI SETUP] to [ON] (page 57). • The HDMI OUT jack does not output Super Audio CD sound. • Perform the following status. - Disable...
...DVD/USB device. level is no sound from the DIGITAL IN OPTICAL/ COAXIAL jack. • The sampling frequency of [TV TYPE] in [VIDEO SETUP] (page 55). Color irregularity occurs on the disc, the sound may occur. There is no system sound from your TV's speakers. when you... system's speakers contain magnet parts, so magnetic distortion may come from the center speaker only. Playback picture becomes distorted. • Set [YCBCR] in [HDMI SETUP] to [ON] (page 57). • The HDMI OUT jack does not output Super Audio CD sound. • Perform the following status. - Disable...