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... power sources AC power cord must be damaged. • For power saving purposes, set the system to a warm location, moisture may condense inside the system. This is a U.S. Also, do , the speakers may be changed only at the qualified service shop. Should this case, remove the disc and ...8226; When you do not intend to use it is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, wait for purchasing Sony DVD Home Theatre System. On operation • If the system is connected to prevent internal heat buildup. • Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or near...
... power sources AC power cord must be damaged. • For power saving purposes, set the system to a warm location, moisture may condense inside the system. This is a U.S. Also, do , the speakers may be changed only at the qualified service shop. Should this case, remove the disc and ...8226; When you do not intend to use it is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, wait for purchasing Sony DVD Home Theatre System. On operation • If the system is connected to prevent internal heat buildup. • Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or near...
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...DVD." 3 Press ., >, and DISC1 Z simultaneously. Projection televisions are especially susceptible to "MECHA LOCK." IMPORTANT NOTICE Caution: This system is located on your television screen. The front panel display is removed from the system...benzine. On moving the system When you risk permanent damage to have any type...nameplate is capable of time you carry the system, use the following procedure to protect the inner...questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your TV's color If the speakers should persist, place the speakers farther away from the wall ...
...DVD." 3 Press ., >, and DISC1 Z simultaneously. Projection televisions are especially susceptible to "MECHA LOCK." IMPORTANT NOTICE Caution: This system is located on your television screen. The front panel display is removed from the system...benzine. On moving the system When you risk permanent damage to have any type...nameplate is capable of time you carry the system, use the following procedure to protect the inner...questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your TV's color If the speakers should persist, place the speakers farther away from the wall ...
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...Play the Following Discs 7 Terms for Discs 7 Notes about Discs 9 Note on DVD 5-DISC changer 10 Guide to the Control Menu Display...... 11 Getting Started Unpacking 13 Inserting Batteries into the Remote....... 13 Step 1: Speaker System Hookup........... 14 Step 2: Antenna (aerial) Hookups......... 21 Step 3: TV and ... 61 Locking Discs 62 (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL) Other Operations Controlling TV with the Supplied Remote 67 Using the SONY TV DIRECT Function 69 Using the Video or Other Units 70 Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound (DUAL MONO 71 Enjoying the Radio ...
...Play the Following Discs 7 Terms for Discs 7 Notes about Discs 9 Note on DVD 5-DISC changer 10 Guide to the Control Menu Display...... 11 Getting Started Unpacking 13 Inserting Batteries into the Remote....... 13 Step 1: Speaker System Hookup........... 14 Step 2: Antenna (aerial) Hookups......... 21 Step 3: TV and ... 61 Locking Discs 62 (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL) Other Operations Controlling TV with the Supplied Remote 67 Using the SONY TV DIRECT Function 69 Using the Video or Other Units 70 Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound (DUAL MONO 71 Enjoying the Radio ...
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Settings and Adjustments Using the Setup Display 77 Setting the Display or Sound Track Language 78 (LANGUAGE SETUP) Settings for the Display 78 (SCREEN SETUP) Custom Settings 80 (CUSTOM SETUP) Settings for the Speakers 81 (SPEAKER SETUP) Quick Setup and Resetting the System 87 (SETUP) Additional Information Troubleshooting 88 Specifications 91 Glossary 93 Index to Parts and Controls 97 Language Code List 102 DVD Setup Menu List 103 AMP Menu List 105 Index 106 Quick Reference for Remote Commander Back cover 6US
Settings and Adjustments Using the Setup Display 77 Setting the Display or Sound Track Language 78 (LANGUAGE SETUP) Settings for the Display 78 (SCREEN SETUP) Custom Settings 80 (CUSTOM SETUP) Settings for the Speakers 81 (SPEAKER SETUP) Quick Setup and Resetting the System 87 (SETUP) Additional Information Troubleshooting 88 Specifications 91 Glossary 93 Index to Parts and Controls 97 Language Code List 102 DVD Setup Menu List 103 AMP Menu List 105 Index 106 Quick Reference for Remote Commander Back cover 6US
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... 34ft. × 2) • Video cord (1) • Remote Commander (remote) RM-SP350 (1) • Size AAA (R03) batteries (2) • Operating Instructions • Speakers - Connection and Installation (card) (1) Inserting Batteries into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries. • Do not expose the remote sensor to direct light... from battery leakage and corrosion. 13US Insert two size AAA (R03) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the system. Remove the cover. When using the supplied remote. Notes • Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or ...
... 34ft. × 2) • Video cord (1) • Remote Commander (remote) RM-SP350 (1) • Size AAA (R03) batteries (2) • Operating Instructions • Speakers - Connection and Installation (card) (1) Inserting Batteries into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries. • Do not expose the remote sensor to direct light... from battery leakage and corrosion. 13US Insert two size AAA (R03) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the system. Remove the cover. When using the supplied remote. Notes • Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or ...
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Required cords Speaker cords The connector and the color tube of the speaker cords are the same color as the label of the cords. To obtain the best possible surround sound, specify the speaker parameters (distance, level, etc.) on page 29. Step 1: Speaker System Hookup Connect the supplied speaker system using the supplied speaker cords by matching the colors of the jacks to be connected. (-) (-) (+) (+) color tube 14US Do not connect any speakers other than those of the jacks to those supplied with this system.
Required cords Speaker cords The connector and the color tube of the speaker cords are the same color as the label of the cords. To obtain the best possible surround sound, specify the speaker parameters (distance, level, etc.) on page 29. Step 1: Speaker System Hookup Connect the supplied speaker system using the supplied speaker cords by matching the colors of the jacks to be connected. (-) (-) (+) (+) color tube 14US Do not connect any speakers other than those of the jacks to those supplied with this system.
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Getting Started Terminals for connecting the speakers Connect the Front speakers Surround speakers Center speaker Subwoofer DAV-FR1 Front speaker (R) To the SPEAKER FRONT L (white) and R (red) jacks SPEAKER SURR L (blue) and R (gray) jacks SPEAKER CENTER (green) jack SPEAKER WOOFER (purple) jacks Front speaker (L) Center speaker SPEAKER FRONT R CENTER FRONT L WOOFER R VIDEO AUDIO IN Y L PB/CB PR/CR S VIDEO (DVD ONLY) SURR R SURROUND BACK R SURR L WOOFER AUDIO IN S AT COMPOMEMT VIDEO OUT L VIDEO MONITOR Surround speaker (R) Subwoofer Surround speaker (L) continued 15US
Getting Started Terminals for connecting the speakers Connect the Front speakers Surround speakers Center speaker Subwoofer DAV-FR1 Front speaker (R) To the SPEAKER FRONT L (white) and R (red) jacks SPEAKER SURR L (blue) and R (gray) jacks SPEAKER CENTER (green) jack SPEAKER WOOFER (purple) jacks Front speaker (L) Center speaker SPEAKER FRONT R CENTER FRONT L WOOFER R VIDEO AUDIO IN Y L PB/CB PR/CR S VIDEO (DVD ONLY) SURR R SURROUND BACK R SURR L WOOFER AUDIO IN S AT COMPOMEMT VIDEO OUT L VIDEO MONITOR Surround speaker (R) Subwoofer Surround speaker (L) continued 15US
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DAV-FR8 Front speaker (R) Center speaker Front speaker (L) SPEAKER FRONT R CENTER FRONT L WOOFER R VIDEO AUDIO IN Y L PB/CB PR/CR S VIDEO (DVD ONLY) SURR R SURROUND BACK R SURR L WOOFER AUDIO IN S AT COMPOMEMT VIDEO OUT L VIDEO MONITOR Bottom of the front speaker Bottom of the front speaker Surround speaker (R) Subwoofer Surround speaker (L) 16US
DAV-FR8 Front speaker (R) Center speaker Front speaker (L) SPEAKER FRONT R CENTER FRONT L WOOFER R VIDEO AUDIO IN Y L PB/CB PR/CR S VIDEO (DVD ONLY) SURR R SURROUND BACK R SURR L WOOFER AUDIO IN S AT COMPOMEMT VIDEO OUT L VIDEO MONITOR Bottom of the front speaker Bottom of the front speaker Surround speaker (R) Subwoofer Surround speaker (L) 16US
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Getting Started DAV-FR9 Front speaker (R) Center speaker Front speaker (L) SPEAKER FRONT R CENTER FRONT L WOOFER R VIDEO AUDIO IN Y L PB/CB PR/CR S VIDEO (DVD ONLY) SURR R SURROUND BACK R SURR L WOOFER AUDIO IN S AT COMPOMEMT VIDEO OUT L VIDEO MONITOR Bottom of the front speaker Bottom of the front speaker Surround speaker (R) Subwoofer Bottom of the surround speaker Surround speaker (L) Bottom of the surround speaker continued 17US
Getting Started DAV-FR9 Front speaker (R) Center speaker Front speaker (L) SPEAKER FRONT R CENTER FRONT L WOOFER R VIDEO AUDIO IN Y L PB/CB PR/CR S VIDEO (DVD ONLY) SURR R SURROUND BACK R SURR L WOOFER AUDIO IN S AT COMPOMEMT VIDEO OUT L VIDEO MONITOR Bottom of the front speaker Bottom of the front speaker Surround speaker (R) Subwoofer Bottom of the surround speaker Surround speaker (L) Bottom of the surround speaker continued 17US
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...Subject to vibrations - Tip Connect the speaker cable after bending the speaker wire at the end of the insulation. Dusty or dirty - Subject to direct sunlight • Use caution when placing the speakers and/or speaker stands (not supplied) that are attached with the speakers on a specially treated (waxed, oiled...fall down. Note Do not catch the speaker cable insulation in the SPEAKER jack. 18US Extremely hot or cold - Note on the speaker, as the speaker may result. • Do not lean or hang on placing speakers • Do not set the speakers in an inclined position. • ...
...Subject to vibrations - Tip Connect the speaker cable after bending the speaker wire at the end of the insulation. Dusty or dirty - Subject to direct sunlight • Use caution when placing the speakers and/or speaker stands (not supplied) that are attached with the speakers on a specially treated (waxed, oiled...fall down. Note Do not catch the speaker cable insulation in the SPEAKER jack. 18US Extremely hot or cold - Note on the speaker, as the speaker may result. • Do not lean or hang on placing speakers • Do not set the speakers in an inclined position. • ...
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... In this case, disconnect and then reconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) from a speaker other due to check that is compatible with the 6.1 surround system. If this , be distorted. • If you enjoy a DVD that all the components, speakers, and AC power cord (mains lead), output a test tone to excessive removal of a short...
... In this case, disconnect and then reconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) from a speaker other due to check that is compatible with the 6.1 surround system. If this , be distorted. • If you enjoy a DVD that all the components, speakers, and AC power cord (mains lead), output a test tone to excessive removal of a short...
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... wires of both cords. 20US 10 mm Notes • Be careful not to damage the surface you can use (desk, etc.) when attaching/detaching the speaker cords. • When using the subwoofer cord, note that the cord marked with letters are negative. (-) (-) (+) (+) (-) (-) • If you connect the subwoofer cord incorrectly.... AWG #22. • Before attaching a new cable, strip off 10 mm (13/32 in the front panel display and the system enters standby mode. In this case, disconnect and then reconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) from plug. Tips • You can detach the...
... wires of both cords. 20US 10 mm Notes • Be careful not to damage the surface you can use (desk, etc.) when attaching/detaching the speaker cords. • When using the subwoofer cord, note that the cord marked with letters are negative. (-) (-) (+) (+) (-) (-) • If you connect the subwoofer cord incorrectly.... AWG #22. • Before attaching a new cable, strip off 10 mm (13/32 in the front panel display and the system enters standby mode. In this case, disconnect and then reconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) from plug. Tips • You can detach the...
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... antenna (aerial) FM wire antenna (aerial) To the AM terminals FM 75Ω COAXIAL jack AM loop antenna (aerial) SPEAKER FRONT R CENTER FRONT L WOOFER R VIDEO AUDIO IN Y L PB/CB PR/CR S VIDEO (DVD ONLY) OPTICAL DIGITAL IN SURR R SURROUND BACK R AUDIO IN COMPOMEMT VIDEO OUT L S AT S AT VIDEO MONITOR OUT SURR L WOOFER... to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial). • After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial), keep the AM loop antenna (aerial) away from the system and other components. • Be sure to the radio.
... antenna (aerial) FM wire antenna (aerial) To the AM terminals FM 75Ω COAXIAL jack AM loop antenna (aerial) SPEAKER FRONT R CENTER FRONT L WOOFER R VIDEO AUDIO IN Y L PB/CB PR/CR S VIDEO (DVD ONLY) OPTICAL DIGITAL IN SURR R SURROUND BACK R AUDIO IN COMPOMEMT VIDEO OUT L S AT S AT VIDEO MONITOR OUT SURR L WOOFER... to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial). • After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial), keep the AM loop antenna (aerial) away from the system and other components. • Be sure to the radio.
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... the analogue signal will be connected to the SAT AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks only of the TV is output from the system speakers. Only the audio signal of the system. The system can be processed after 2 seconds. Digital signals have priority over analogue signals. VCR AUDIO OUT L R TV with the... DIGITAL IN jack instead of the SAT AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks of the system with COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks Y PB/CB PR/CR OUT IN SPEAKER FRONT R CENTER FRONT L WOOFER R VIDEO AUDIO IN Y L PB/CB PR/CR S VIDEO (DVD ONLY) OPTICAL DIGITAL IN SURR R SURROUND BACK R AUDIO IN COMPOMEMT VIDEO...
... the analogue signal will be connected to the SAT AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks only of the TV is output from the system speakers. Only the audio signal of the system. The system can be processed after 2 seconds. Digital signals have priority over analogue signals. VCR AUDIO OUT L R TV with the... DIGITAL IN jack instead of the SAT AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks of the system with COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks Y PB/CB PR/CR OUT IN SPEAKER FRONT R CENTER FRONT L WOOFER R VIDEO AUDIO IN Y L PB/CB PR/CR S VIDEO (DVD ONLY) OPTICAL DIGITAL IN SURR R SURROUND BACK R AUDIO IN COMPOMEMT VIDEO...
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... VIDEO jacks (AUDIO IN L/R) of this system. Tip When you cannot output the TV sound from the speakers of this system. 2 Change the mode of a 2 channel source from the speakers 1 Connect audio cords. Output the TV or VCR sound from the 6 speakers, select any sound field other than "AUTO...to make the connections securely to output the TV sound or stereo sound of this system with audio cords. TV or VCR * AUDIO OUT L R SPEAKER FRONT R CENTER FRONT L WOOFER R VIDEO AUDIO IN Y L PB/CB PR/CR S VIDEO (DVD ONLY) OPTICAL DIGITAL IN SURR R SURROUND COMPOMEMT VIDEO OUT S AT BACK R ...
... VIDEO jacks (AUDIO IN L/R) of this system. Tip When you cannot output the TV sound from the speakers of this system. 2 Change the mode of a 2 channel source from the speakers 1 Connect audio cords. Output the TV or VCR sound from the 6 speakers, select any sound field other than "AUTO...to make the connections securely to output the TV sound or stereo sound of this system with audio cords. TV or VCR * AUDIO OUT L R SPEAKER FRONT R CENTER FRONT L WOOFER R VIDEO AUDIO IN Y L PB/CB PR/CR S VIDEO (DVD ONLY) OPTICAL DIGITAL IN SURR R SURROUND COMPOMEMT VIDEO OUT S AT BACK R ...
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...by step. To perform further speakers settings, see "Settings for the Speakers" on the TV to this system to a wall outlet (mains), connect the speakers to the system (see page 15). "/1 FUNCTION LANGUAGE SETUP ENGLISH FRENCH SPANISH PORTUGUESE C/X/x/c/ ENTER DVD SETUP O RETURN CLEAR With ...m SURROUND: 5 ft 1 . 5 m continued 27US Setting is ready for [OSD], [DVD MENU], and [SUBTITLE] (page 78). 6 Select a language using the Quick Setup. After performing the Quick Setup, the system is selected and [ROOM SIZE] appears. Getting Started Step 4: Connecting the AC Power Cord ...
...by step. To perform further speakers settings, see "Settings for the Speakers" on the TV to this system to a wall outlet (mains), connect the speakers to the system (see page 15). "/1 FUNCTION LANGUAGE SETUP ENGLISH FRENCH SPANISH PORTUGUESE C/X/x/c/ ENTER DVD SETUP O RETURN CLEAR With ...m SURROUND: 5 ft 1 . 5 m continued 27US Setting is ready for [OSD], [DVD MENU], and [SUBTITLE] (page 78). 6 Select a language using the Quick Setup. After performing the Quick Setup, the system is selected and [ROOM SIZE] appears. Getting Started Step 4: Connecting the AC Power Cord ...
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To quit the Quick Setup Press DVD SETUP in guide message, the message disappears. Setting is completed, ...press CLEAR in any Step. 28US Setting is complete. TV TYPE Notes • When you want to change each speaker will not appear the next time you turn on the [ROOM SIZE] setting. [SMALL]: Three positions [MEDIUM]: Four... The illustrations displayed for [SPEAKER SETUP] (page 81) do not appear on these displays. 16 : 9 4 : 3 9 Select a TV type connecting to the system using C/c, then press ENTER. If you can select varies, depending on the system. The Quick Setup is selected...
To quit the Quick Setup Press DVD SETUP in guide message, the message disappears. Setting is completed, ...press CLEAR in any Step. 28US Setting is complete. TV TYPE Notes • When you want to change each speaker will not appear the next time you turn on the [ROOM SIZE] setting. [SMALL]: Three positions [MEDIUM]: Four... The illustrations displayed for [SPEAKER SETUP] (page 81) do not appear on these displays. 16 : 9 4 : 3 9 Select a TV type connecting to the system using C/c, then press ENTER. If you can select varies, depending on the system. The Quick Setup is selected...
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...30 minutes. If it on the screen. However, this case, set the level and balance. In this system allows you connect an optional surround back speaker, place the surround back speaker behind the listening position (place (D) as a high-strength magnet is placed near the subwoofer. For details,... include: magnetic latches on the TV screen) The subwoofer in this system is installed too close, color irregularity may occur as illustrated below Notes • Do not place the center and surround speakers farther away from the listening position than the subwoofer should be placed ...
...30 minutes. If it on the screen. However, this case, set the level and balance. In this system allows you connect an optional surround back speaker, place the surround back speaker behind the listening position (place (D) as a high-strength magnet is placed near the subwoofer. For details,... include: magnetic latches on the TV screen) The subwoofer in this system is installed too close, color irregularity may occur as illustrated below Notes • Do not place the center and surround speakers farther away from the listening position than the subwoofer should be placed ...
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... is skipped. • If you put the extension ".MP3" to data not in MP3 format, the system cannot recognize the data properly and will generate a loud noise which could damage your speaker system. • If the system cannot play MP3, set [DATA CD PRIORITY] to play the first MP3 audio track in the first... album on CD-ROMs, CD-Rs, or CD-RWs. The system starts to [MP3] in the [CUSTOM SETUP] setting (page 81...
... is skipped. • If you put the extension ".MP3" to data not in MP3 format, the system cannot recognize the data properly and will generate a loud noise which could damage your speaker system. • If the system cannot play MP3, set [DATA CD PRIORITY] to play the first MP3 audio track in the first... album on CD-ROMs, CD-Rs, or CD-RWs. The system starts to [MP3] in the [CUSTOM SETUP] setting (page 81...
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...Press ENTER. When 4 digits are displayed, they represent the language code. continued 51US If the DVD is underlined. • STEREO: The standard stereo sound • 1/L: The sound of the left speakers (in multiple audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital, MPEG audio, or DTS), you can select ...the audio format you want to play the disc as a conventional CD. DVD DISPLAY AUDIO C/X/x/c/ ENTER With cover opened. 1 Press DVD DISPLAY during playback. Sound Adjustments ...
...Press ENTER. When 4 digits are displayed, they represent the language code. continued 51US If the DVD is underlined. • STEREO: The standard stereo sound • 1/L: The sound of the left speakers (in multiple audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital, MPEG audio, or DTS), you can select ...the audio format you want to play the disc as a conventional CD. DVD DISPLAY AUDIO C/X/x/c/ ENTER With cover opened. 1 Press DVD DISPLAY during playback. Sound Adjustments ...