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... have the same or similar names as those on the remote. • The Control Menu items may vary depending on the area. • "DVD" may be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other U.S. This system incorporates with Dolby* Digital and Dolby Pro Logic (II)... of DTS, Inc. © 1996-2008 DTS, Inc. "BRAVIA" is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. 4US "DVD-RW," "DVD-R," "DVD+RW," "DVD+R," "DVD VIDEO," and the "CD" logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Copyrights This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is prohibited....
... have the same or similar names as those on the remote. • The Control Menu items may vary depending on the area. • "DVD" may be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other U.S. This system incorporates with Dolby* Digital and Dolby Pro Logic (II)... of DTS, Inc. © 1996-2008 DTS, Inc. "BRAVIA" is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. 4US "DVD-RW," "DVD-R," "DVD+RW," "DVD+R," "DVD VIDEO," and the "CD" logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Copyrights This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is prohibited....
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... Delay Between the Picture and Sound 57 Restricting Playback of the Disc........... 58 Changing the System Settings by Using the Setup Display 60 Tuner Presetting Radio Stations 67 Listening to the Radio... 68 Control for HDMI/External Audio Device Using the Control for HDMI Function for "BRAVIA" Sync 70 Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter 72 Using an S-AIR Product 73 Other... for a Room 79 Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically 80 Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote 81 Using the Sound Effect 82 Selecting the Effect to Suit the Source 83 Enjoying Multiplex ...
... Delay Between the Picture and Sound 57 Restricting Playback of the Disc........... 58 Changing the System Settings by Using the Setup Display 60 Tuner Presetting Radio Stations 67 Listening to the Radio... 68 Control for HDMI/External Audio Device Using the Control for HDMI Function for "BRAVIA" Sync 70 Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter 72 Using an S-AIR Product 73 Other... for a Room 79 Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically 80 Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote 81 Using the Sound Effect 82 Selecting the Effect to Suit the Source 83 Enjoying Multiplex ...
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Getting Started Getting Started Unpacking DAV-HDX589W • Front speakers (2) • Speaker cords (6, red/white/ • Screws (with washer) (4) green/gray/blue/purple) • Video cord (1) • Surround amplifier (1) • Center speaker (1) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • Speaker cord cover (1) • Surround speakers (2) • Subwoofer (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Calibration mic (1) • Speaker...
Getting Started Getting Started Unpacking DAV-HDX589W • Front speakers (2) • Speaker cords (6, red/white/ • Screws (with washer) (4) green/gray/blue/purple) • Video cord (1) • Surround amplifier (1) • Center speaker (1) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • Speaker cord cover (1) • Surround speakers (2) • Subwoofer (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Calibration mic (1) • Speaker...
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Getting Started DAV-HDX686W • Front speakers (2) • Speaker cords (6, red/white/ • Screws (with washer) (8) green/gray/blue/purple) • Video cord (1) • Surround amplifier (1) • Center speaker (1) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • Speaker cord cover (1) • Surround speakers (2) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Calibration mic (1) • Speaker cord holder (1) • Wireless...
Getting Started DAV-HDX686W • Front speakers (2) • Speaker cords (6, red/white/ • Screws (with washer) (8) green/gray/blue/purple) • Video cord (1) • Surround amplifier (1) • Center speaker (1) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • Speaker cord cover (1) • Surround speakers (2) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Calibration mic (1) • Speaker cord holder (1) • Wireless...
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...AA) batteries (supplied) by matching the 3 and # ends on the unit. Note • Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place. • Do not use the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. Doing so may cause a malfunction. • If... you do not intend to use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid...
...AA) batteries (supplied) by matching the 3 and # ends on the unit. Note • Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place. • Do not use the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. Doing so may cause a malfunction. • If... you do not intend to use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid...
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models). 33US Getting Started Tip • When you purchase the system new, or if the system is at its factory default settings (ex., after performing "COLD RESET" (page 87)), you can turn off the demonstration simply by pressing [/1 on the remote (except for U.S.
models). 33US Getting Started Tip • When you purchase the system new, or if the system is at its factory default settings (ex., after performing "COLD RESET" (page 87)), you can turn off the demonstration simply by pressing [/1 on the remote (except for U.S.
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... the TV screen and in the front panel display. on the remote or the VOLUME control on the TV to on, the TV that the disc is connected to "DVD," press FUNCTION +/- When no disc is set the Control for "BRAVIA" Sync" (page 70). 43US MUTING STEP /, / /m/ M/ X VOLUME +/- ./> H x 1 ... cm disc, place it on the tray, and then press Z. For details, see "Using the Control for HDMI Function for HDMI function to this system. 3 Press "/1. The system turns on the tray. to load the disc. Refer to open the disc tray, and place a disc on . Perform next Step while "*DISC-1* ...
... the TV screen and in the front panel display. on the remote or the VOLUME control on the TV to on, the TV that the disc is connected to "DVD," press FUNCTION +/- When no disc is set the Control for "BRAVIA" Sync" (page 70). 43US MUTING STEP /, / /m/ M/ X VOLUME +/- ./> H x 1 ... cm disc, place it on the tray, and then press Z. For details, see "Using the Control for HDMI Function for HDMI function to this system. 3 Press "/1. The system turns on the tray. to load the disc. Refer to open the disc tray, and place a disc on . Perform next Step while "*DISC-1* ...
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... to the default setting. When you move the surround speakers, be effective. x [DISTANCE (SURROUND)] When you select one time, turn the VOLUME control on the remote. • To return to +6.0 dB. x [LEVEL (SURROUND)] You can set the parameter from the listening position to the speakers. Be sure to set [TEST TONE...
... to the default setting. When you move the surround speakers, be effective. x [DISTANCE (SURROUND)] When you select one time, turn the VOLUME control on the remote. • To return to +6.0 dB. x [LEVEL (SURROUND)] You can set the parameter from the listening position to the speakers. Be sure to set [TEST TONE...
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... for HDMI function may not work. Easy Setting) The system is not compatible with an HDMI cable, operation is simplified as THEATER, ONE-TOUCH PLAY, TV [/1. For details of the system and TV manually. 1 Make sure that the system and the TV are connected with an HDMI cable. 2...for HDMI/External Audio Device Using the Control for HDMI Function for "BRAVIA" Sync This function is available on the system's remote for operating the TV, such as below: - By connecting Sony components that the signal from the system through the HDMI input appears on the connected component, the Control ...
... for HDMI function may not work. Easy Setting) The system is not compatible with an HDMI cable, operation is simplified as THEATER, ONE-TOUCH PLAY, TV [/1. For details of the system and TV manually. 1 Make sure that the system and the TV are connected with an HDMI cable. 2...for HDMI/External Audio Device Using the Control for HDMI Function for "BRAVIA" Sync This function is available on the system's remote for operating the TV, such as below: - By connecting Sony components that the signal from the system through the HDMI input appears on the connected component, the Control ...
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...THEATER. function. Note • Before using other than "DVD" or "TV/VIDEO" functions, or playing a CD), the system may not turn the TV off automatically. To use the System Audio Control function as follows (e.g.): This system TV Turns on. (If not already Turns on. (If not already turned on.) turned on the system's remote, the system... on the TV, when you can enjoy TV sound via this function, connect the system and the TV with the Theater Mode, you set for DVD input mode, and the system starts playing a disc automatically. r r Minimizes sound level. The Control Menu display ...
...THEATER. function. Note • Before using other than "DVD" or "TV/VIDEO" functions, or playing a CD), the system may not turn the TV off automatically. To use the System Audio Control function as follows (e.g.): This system TV Turns on. (If not already Turns on. (If not already turned on.) turned on the system's remote, the system... on the TV, when you can enjoy TV sound via this function, connect the system and the TV with the Theater Mode, you set for DVD input mode, and the system starts playing a disc automatically. r r Minimizes sound level. The Control Menu display ...
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...or by pressing THEATER), loud sound may be output depending on the volume level of the TV, the system's on-screen display language is in PAP (picture and picture) mode, the System Audio Control function will not work. However, when the system's on-screen display is displayed, this by the remote of the TV.... • If you turn the system off or set the function of the TV returns to /from ...
...or by pressing THEATER), loud sound may be output depending on the volume level of the TV, the system's on-screen display language is in PAP (picture and picture) mode, the System Audio Control function will not work. However, when the system's on-screen display is displayed, this by the remote of the TV.... • If you turn the system off or set the function of the TV returns to /from ...
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... into the unit correctly (page 31). 73US Tip • Depending on the use up to operate a connected component using either the buttons on the remote or the unit. You can be able to three S-AIR main units. (The number of S-AIR products. • S-AIR main unit (this unit... H x X Using an S-AIR Product The unit is for transmitting sound. The following illustration shows an example of video signal. In this case, the system outputs the composite video signal only, regardless of the type of buttons that can use environment.) • S-AIR sub unit: This is compatible with the...
... into the unit correctly (page 31). 73US Tip • Depending on the use up to operate a connected component using either the buttons on the remote or the unit. You can be able to three S-AIR main units. (The number of S-AIR products. • S-AIR main unit (this unit... H x X Using an S-AIR Product The unit is for transmitting sound. The following illustration shows an example of video signal. In this case, the system outputs the composite video signal only, regardless of the type of buttons that can use environment.) • S-AIR sub unit: This is compatible with the...
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The system menu turns off. 6 Select the desired function on the remote and unit. To enjoy the same ... 3 Press X/x to select the desired setting. • "PARTY": The S-AIR receiver outputs sound according to "STBY ON." 1 Press SYSTEM MENU. 2 Press X/x repeatedly until "S-AIR STBY" appears in the front panel display, then press or c. 75US "MAIN UNIT" t "... "DMPORT" t "AUDIO" t ... The S-AIR mode appears in another room For the S-AIR receiver You can control the system from the S-AIR receiver by pressing S-AIR CH of the S-AIR receiver. Press H, X, x, ./> S-AIR CH Operation Share ...
The system menu turns off. 6 Select the desired function on the remote and unit. To enjoy the same ... 3 Press X/x to select the desired setting. • "PARTY": The S-AIR receiver outputs sound according to "STBY ON." 1 Press SYSTEM MENU. 2 Press X/x repeatedly until "S-AIR STBY" appears in the front panel display, then press or c. 75US "MAIN UNIT" t "... "DMPORT" t "AUDIO" t ... The S-AIR mode appears in another room For the S-AIR receiver You can control the system from the S-AIR receiver by pressing S-AIR CH of the S-AIR receiver. Press H, X, x, ./> S-AIR CH Operation Share ...
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... while pressing the TV button. 81US Other Operations x The measurement is always [YES] since the system does not perform subwoofer calibration, but the [SUBWOOFER] level in [SPEAKER SETUP] returns to the ...and other than TV [/1, THEATER, TV INPUT, and TV VOL +/-) while pressing the TV button. TV CH +/-* Select the TV channel. MUTING* Turn off . By pressing You can control the TV (Sony only) by using the following... menu for the current display. Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote You can TV [/1 Turn the TV on the menu. * Use these buttons (other input sources.
... while pressing the TV button. 81US Other Operations x The measurement is always [YES] since the system does not perform subwoofer calibration, but the [SUBWOOFER] level in [SPEAKER SETUP] returns to the ...and other than TV [/1, THEATER, TV INPUT, and TV VOL +/-) while pressing the TV button. TV CH +/-* Select the TV channel. MUTING* Turn off . By pressing You can control the TV (Sony only) by using the following... menu for the current display. Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote You can TV [/1 Turn the TV on the menu. * Use these buttons (other input sources.
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... signal format, in this case set or a fluorescent light. • Move your TV set [AUDIO (HDMI)] in the front panel display. • The system is connected properly. when you are dirty. The surround effect is heard from the center speaker. • Check the speaker connections and settings (pages 24...signals). • The HDMI OUT jack does not output Super Audio CD sound. • Try the following: 1 Turn the system off and on again. 2 Turn the connected component off and on the remote if "MUTING ON" is displayed in [HDMI SETUP] to [ON] (page 63). Press H to return to • ...
... signal format, in this case set or a fluorescent light. • Move your TV set [AUDIO (HDMI)] in the front panel display. • The system is connected properly. when you are dirty. The surround effect is heard from the center speaker. • Check the speaker connections and settings (pages 24...signals). • The HDMI OUT jack does not output Super Audio CD sound. • Try the following: 1 Turn the system off and on again. 2 Turn the connected component off and on the remote if "MUTING ON" is displayed in [HDMI SETUP] to [ON] (page 63). Press H to return to • ...
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... speakers may cause damage to the lenses. The remote does not function. • There are obstacles between the remote and the unit. • The distance between the remote and the unit is too far. • The remote is not pointed at the remote sensor on the source, the effect of the ... 56). The JPEG image file cannot be tuned in. • Check that the antenna (aerial) is not MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 data. • The system cannot play audio tracks in normal mode, or more than 48 kHz. • Check the location of the alphabet. Operation Symptom Remedy Radio stations cannot...
... speakers may cause damage to the lenses. The remote does not function. • There are obstacles between the remote and the unit. • The distance between the remote and the unit is too far. • The remote is not pointed at the remote sensor on the source, the effect of the ... 56). The JPEG image file cannot be tuned in. • Check that the antenna (aerial) is not MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 data. • The system cannot play audio tracks in normal mode, or more than 48 kHz. • Check the location of the alphabet. Operation Symptom Remedy Radio stations cannot...
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...conform to perform some functions such as stop , press x on the unit or the remote and then start playing from the wall outlet (mains), then reconnect after several minutes.... language cannot be ejected and • Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. The system does not work . The system starts playing the disc automatically. • The DVD... component is connected securely. • Check the connected component's setting for the Control for "BRAVIA" Sync" (page 70). 95US Additional Information Symptom Remedy A disc does not start playback (...
...conform to perform some functions such as stop , press x on the unit or the remote and then start playing from the wall outlet (mains), then reconnect after several minutes.... language cannot be ejected and • Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. The system does not work . The system starts playing the disc automatically. • The DVD... component is connected securely. • Check the connected component's setting for the Control for "BRAVIA" Sync" (page 70). 95US Additional Information Symptom Remedy A disc does not start playback (...
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Index to Parts and Control For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. Front panel A "/1 (on/standby) (35, 87) B DISC 1-5 buttons/indicators (43) C Front panel display (108) D (remote sensor) (12) E MOVIE/MUSIC indicator (83) F VOLUME control (43) G DMPORT BOOSTER (82) H PHONES jack (43) I AUDIO IN/A.CAL MIC jack (28, 35, 80) J FUNCTION (39) K Play operation buttons (43) L Z (open/close) (43) M Disc tray (43) 106US
Index to Parts and Control For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. Front panel A "/1 (on/standby) (35, 87) B DISC 1-5 buttons/indicators (43) C Front panel display (108) D (remote sensor) (12) E MOVIE/MUSIC indicator (83) F VOLUME control (43) G DMPORT BOOSTER (82) H PHONES jack (43) I AUDIO IN/A.CAL MIC jack (28, 35, 80) J FUNCTION (39) K Play operation buttons (43) L Z (open/close) (43) M Disc tray (43) 106US
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..." or "DMPORT" function. wj (68) S-AIR MODE 4 SLEEP qj (84) SOUND MODE 5 (83) SUBTITLE ws (45) SYSTEM MENU wf (32, 40, 67, 73, 84) THEATER qk (70) TOOLS wh (81) TUNING +/- 0 (67) TV wl (81) TV CH +/- Remote control ALPHABETICAL ORDER A - Z ANGLE 3 (45) AUDIO qh (45) CLEAR es (49, 68) D.TUNING ws (68...
..." or "DMPORT" function. wj (68) S-AIR MODE 4 SLEEP qj (84) SOUND MODE 5 (83) SUBTITLE ws (45) SYSTEM MENU wf (32, 40, 67, 73, 84) THEATER qk (70) TOOLS wh (81) TUNING +/- 0 (67) TV wl (81) TV CH +/- Remote control ALPHABETICAL ORDER A - Z ANGLE 3 (45) AUDIO qh (45) CLEAR es (49, 68) D.TUNING ws (68...
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... 47 PICTURE NAVI 55 Playable discs 7 Program Play 49 PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT) 61 Progressive format 38, 102 Q Quick Setup 35 R Rear panel 107 Region Code 9 Remote 12 Repeat Play 50 RESET 65, 88 Resume Play 47 RF CHANGE 77 RF POWER 78 S S-AIR 102 S-AIR ID 74 S-AIR MODE 75 S-AIR... 65 CONNECTION 65 DISTANCE 65, 66 LEVEL 66 SUBTITLE 45, 61 Super Audio CD 46, 102 Surround amplifier 73, 109 SYSTEM MENU 32, 40, 45, 68, 74, 75, 77, 78, 84, 85 SYSTEM SETUP 64 T TEST TONE 66 TIME 52 TRACK SELECTION 64 TV TYPE 61 V VIDEO SETUP 61 VOLUME LIMIT 63...
... 47 PICTURE NAVI 55 Playable discs 7 Program Play 49 PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT) 61 Progressive format 38, 102 Q Quick Setup 35 R Rear panel 107 Region Code 9 Remote 12 Repeat Play 50 RESET 65, 88 Resume Play 47 RF CHANGE 77 RF POWER 78 S S-AIR 102 S-AIR ID 74 S-AIR MODE 75 S-AIR... 65 CONNECTION 65 DISTANCE 65, 66 LEVEL 66 SUBTITLE 45, 61 Super Audio CD 46, 102 Surround amplifier 73, 109 SYSTEM MENU 32, 40, 45, 68, 74, 75, 77, 78, 84, 85 SYSTEM SETUP 64 T TEST TONE 66 TIME 52 TRACK SELECTION 64 TV TYPE 61 V VIDEO SETUP 61 VOLUME LIMIT 63...