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...option (the S-AIR product lineup differs depending on the S-AIR function, see "Using an S-AIR Product" (page 63). 3US Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is connected to the wall outlet (mains), even if the unit itself has been turned off. • Install this Operating...14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is compatible with the system: • Surround amplifier: You can enjoy surround speaker sound wirelessly. • S-AIR receiver: You can be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to Article 820-40 of cable entry as ...
...option (the S-AIR product lineup differs depending on the S-AIR function, see "Using an S-AIR Product" (page 63). 3US Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is connected to the wall outlet (mains), even if the unit itself has been turned off. • Install this Operating...14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is compatible with the system: • Surround amplifier: You can enjoy surround speaker sound wirelessly. • S-AIR receiver: You can be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to Article 820-40 of cable entry as ...
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...the S-AIR function 3 Playable Discs 6 Getting Started Step 1: Positioning the Speakers........... 11 Step 2: Connecting the System 17 Step 3: Performing the Quick Setup ..... 25 Basic Operations Playing a Disc 29 Enjoying the Radio or Other Components 32 Enjoying Sound from all Speakers ....... 34 Various Functions for Playing Discs Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track/ ... Radio Stations 56 Listening to the Radio 57 Control for HDMI/External Audio Device Using the Control for HDMI Function for "BRAVIA" Sync 59 Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter 62 Using an S-AIR Product 63 4US
...the S-AIR function 3 Playable Discs 6 Getting Started Step 1: Positioning the Speakers........... 11 Step 2: Connecting the System 17 Step 3: Performing the Quick Setup ..... 25 Basic Operations Playing a Disc 29 Enjoying the Radio or Other Components 32 Enjoying Sound from all Speakers ....... 34 Various Functions for Playing Discs Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track/ ... Radio Stations 56 Listening to the Radio 57 Control for HDMI/External Audio Device Using the Control for HDMI Function for "BRAVIA" Sync 59 Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter 62 Using an S-AIR Product 63 4US
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... the Display 80 [VIDEO SETUP] Settings for the HDMI 82 [HDMI SETUP] Settings for the Audio 83 [AUDIO SETUP] Other Settings 84 [SYSTEM SETUP] Settings for the Speakers 85 [SPEAKER SETUP] Returning to the Default Settings.......... 88 Additional Information Precautions 89 Notes about the Discs 90 Troubleshooting 91 Self-diagnosis Function 98 (When...
... the Display 80 [VIDEO SETUP] Settings for the HDMI 82 [HDMI SETUP] Settings for the Audio 83 [AUDIO SETUP] Other Settings 84 [SYSTEM SETUP] Settings for the Speakers 85 [SPEAKER SETUP] Returning to the Default Settings.......... 88 Additional Information Precautions 89 Notes about the Discs 90 Troubleshooting 91 Self-diagnosis Function 98 (When...
Operating Instructions
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... battery with an old one. • Do not drop any foreign object into the remote You can control the system using the supplied remote. Getting Started Getting Started Unpacking • Control unit (1) • Speakers (5) • Subwoofer (1) • AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) •...
... battery with an old one. • Do not drop any foreign object into the remote You can control the system using the supplied remote. Getting Started Getting Started Unpacking • Control unit (1) • Speakers (5) • Subwoofer (1) • AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) •...
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... position. 3 3 continued 11US You need to a wall. It is recommended that the subwoofer should be placed ahead of the distance from the listening position (1). Front speaker (L) Center speaker Subwoofer 2 Front speaker (R) 111 Using the subwoofer efficiently To reinforce the bass sound, place the subwoofer possible close to adjust the setting of the front...
... position. 3 3 continued 11US You need to a wall. It is recommended that the subwoofer should be placed ahead of the distance from the listening position (1). Front speaker (L) Center speaker Subwoofer 2 Front speaker (R) 111 Using the subwoofer efficiently To reinforce the bass sound, place the subwoofer possible close to adjust the setting of the front...
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...Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically" (page 77). 12US Getting Started • Do not place objects on the top of the subwoofer where the speaker unit is installed. • Do not place the subwoofer back of the obstruction, such as alcohol or benzine. • Image distortion on the...may result. • When cleaning, use a soft cloth such as a cleaning cloth for glasses. • Do not use any type of the speakers, Sony recommends that are attached to vibrations - Middle range sound will fall. Tip • When you change the position of abrasive pad, scouring powder, ...
...Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically" (page 77). 12US Getting Started • Do not place objects on the top of the subwoofer where the speaker unit is installed. • Do not place the subwoofer back of the obstruction, such as alcohol or benzine. • Image distortion on the...may result. • When cleaning, use a soft cloth such as a cleaning cloth for glasses. • Do not use any type of the speakers, Sony recommends that are attached to vibrations - Middle range sound will fall. Tip • When you change the position of abrasive pad, scouring powder, ...
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...installed. Getting Started Note on handling the subwoofer • Do not place your hand into the slit of the subwoofer where the speaker unit is especially fragile, attach the screws securely to a beam and fasten them to the wall using hole 1. 1 2 34 Tip •...; To prevent the speaker from rotating, use the hole 2, too. Speaker unit Subwoofer EZW-T100 slot Slits Installing the speakers on a vertical and flat wall where reinforcement is applied. • Sony is not responsible for accident or damage caused by improper installation, ...
...installed. Getting Started Note on handling the subwoofer • Do not place your hand into the slit of the subwoofer where the speaker unit is especially fragile, attach the screws securely to a beam and fasten them to the wall using hole 1. 1 2 34 Tip •...; To prevent the speaker from rotating, use the hole 2, too. Speaker unit Subwoofer EZW-T100 slot Slits Installing the speakers on a vertical and flat wall where reinforcement is applied. • Sony is not responsible for accident or damage caused by improper installation, ...
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speaker cords can be removed. 5 Thread the speaker cords through hole 3. 3 14US Getting Started 3 Remove the rear cap using the wrench (supplied), and remove the speaker pedestal using a screwdriver (+) (not supplied). Wrench (supplied) Rear cap 4 Push A with the supplied wrench (1), and then remove the speaker cords (2). (2) (1) A When the lever is down, the When the lever is up, the speaker cords are locked.
speaker cords can be removed. 5 Thread the speaker cords through hole 3. 3 14US Getting Started 3 Remove the rear cap using the wrench (supplied), and remove the speaker pedestal using a screwdriver (+) (not supplied). Wrench (supplied) Rear cap 4 Push A with the supplied wrench (1), and then remove the speaker cords (2). (2) (1) A When the lever is down, the When the lever is up, the speaker cords are locked.
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Getting Started 6 Reconnect the detached speaker cords, matching 3/# to the appropriate speaker terminals (1), and then push the lever down completely (2). (2) (1) 3 # Tip • If it is difficult to push the lever down, use the wrench (supplied). 7 Reattach the rear cap using the wrench (supplied). 8 Secure the speaker to the bracket with the screw in Step 3 using hole 4. 4 continued 15US
Getting Started 6 Reconnect the detached speaker cords, matching 3/# to the appropriate speaker terminals (1), and then push the lever down completely (2). (2) (1) 3 # Tip • If it is difficult to push the lever down, use the wrench (supplied). 7 Reattach the rear cap using the wrench (supplied). 8 Secure the speaker to the bracket with the screw in Step 3 using hole 4. 4 continued 15US
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... be distorted. 16US Stripped cords are reversed, the sound will lack bass and may damage the system. Tip • You can remove the speaker cords from the connector (2). (1) (2) Catch To avoid short-circuiting the speakers Short-circuiting of the speaker cords are the same color as shown below. Note Be sure to match the...
... be distorted. 16US Stripped cords are reversed, the sound will lack bass and may damage the system. Tip • You can remove the speaker cords from the connector (2). (1) (2) Catch To avoid short-circuiting the speakers Short-circuiting of the speaker cords are the same color as shown below. Note Be sure to match the...
Operating Instructions
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... with a volume control, turn up the volume of the subwoofer SYSTEM CONTROL ONLY FOR HCD-IS50 SPEAKER ONLY FOR SS-IS15 FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L CENTER 6 AC power cord (mains lead) 2 Front speaker (R) 2 Front speaker (L) 2 Surround speaker (R) 2 Center speaker 2 Surround speaker (L) 17US Getting Started Step 2: Connecting the System See the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from...
... with a volume control, turn up the volume of the subwoofer SYSTEM CONTROL ONLY FOR HCD-IS50 SPEAKER ONLY FOR SS-IS15 FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L CENTER 6 AC power cord (mains lead) 2 Front speaker (R) 2 Front speaker (L) 2 Surround speaker (R) 2 Center speaker 2 Surround speaker (L) 17US Getting Started Step 2: Connecting the System See the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from...
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Bottom of the subwoofer Rear of the control unit Rear of the subwoofer SYSTEM CONTROL ONLY FOR HCD-IS50 SPEAKER ONLY FOR SS-IS15 FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L CENTER Plug DMPORT Screws SYSTEM CONTROL cord Note • Before connecting the control unit, place the subwoofer on a stable work surface that is larger than the subwoofer...
Bottom of the subwoofer Rear of the control unit Rear of the subwoofer SYSTEM CONTROL ONLY FOR HCD-IS50 SPEAKER ONLY FOR SS-IS15 FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L CENTER Plug DMPORT Screws SYSTEM CONTROL cord Note • Before connecting the control unit, place the subwoofer on a stable work surface that is larger than the subwoofer...
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...). For video output to be connected. continued 19US Gray SYSTEM CONTROL ONLY FOR HCD-IS50 SPEAKER ONLY FOR SS-IS15 FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L CENTER Speaker cords Green White Bottom of the subwoofer Blue Speaker cords Surround speaker (R) Surround speaker (L) 3 Connecting the TV Use the parts as the ...see "Using an S-AIR Product" (page 63). Getting Started 2 Connecting the Speakers Connect the connectors of the system, connect the TV and the system with the digital cord (B). The connectors of the speaker cords has the same color as follows: • Video cord (1) To listen...
...). For video output to be connected. continued 19US Gray SYSTEM CONTROL ONLY FOR HCD-IS50 SPEAKER ONLY FOR SS-IS15 FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L CENTER Speaker cords Green White Bottom of the subwoofer Blue Speaker cords Surround speaker (R) Surround speaker (L) 3 Connecting the TV Use the parts as the ...see "Using an S-AIR Product" (page 63). Getting Started 2 Connecting the Speakers Connect the connectors of the system, connect the TV and the system with the digital cord (B). The connectors of the speaker cords has the same color as follows: • Video cord (1) To listen...
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... control unit DMPORT B Digital coaxial cord A (not supplied) DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter To the digital coaxial output jack of the system. A Tip • You can enjoy the connected component using the speakers of another component (e.g.: digital satellite receiver) To connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter Connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to...
... control unit DMPORT B Digital coaxial cord A (not supplied) DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter To the digital coaxial output jack of the system. A Tip • You can enjoy the connected component using the speakers of another component (e.g.: digital satellite receiver) To connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter Connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to...
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... Select the component on the TV. TV VCR, digital satellite receiver or PlayStation, etc. Getting Started Wireless system option By using an S-AIR product (not supplied), you can enjoy the sound with the speakers of the S-AIR product. Connect the components as follows. If the TV does not have multiple audio/video...
... Select the component on the TV. TV VCR, digital satellite receiver or PlayStation, etc. Getting Started Wireless system option By using an S-AIR product (not supplied), you can enjoy the sound with the speakers of the S-AIR product. Connect the components as follows. If the TV does not have multiple audio/video...
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Getting Started 6 Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) Before connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) of the subwoofer To a wall outlet (mains) AC power cord (mains lead) Note • After connecting the AC power cord (mains lead), wait about 20 seconds before turning on the power by pressing "/1. 24US Rear of the subwoofer to a wall outlet (mains), connect all the speakers to the subwoofer (page 19).
Getting Started 6 Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) Before connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) of the subwoofer To a wall outlet (mains) AC power cord (mains lead) Note • After connecting the AC power cord (mains lead), wait about 20 seconds before turning on the power by pressing "/1. 24US Rear of the subwoofer to a wall outlet (mains), connect all the speakers to the subwoofer (page 19).
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... PORTUGUESE 5 Press X/x to select a language. "/1 C/X/x/c, DISPLAY 4 Press without inserting a disc. Set up the calibration microphone at the bottom of each speaker should face the calibration microphone, and there should be connected appears. The front of the TV screen. The Setup Display for selecting the aspect ratio... your TV" (page 27). For details, see "Setting the type of the TV to be no obstruction between the speakers and the calibration microphone. The system turns on the TV screen. [Press [ENTER] to run QUICK SETUP.] appears at the ear level using the...
... PORTUGUESE 5 Press X/x to select a language. "/1 C/X/x/c, DISPLAY 4 Press without inserting a disc. Set up the calibration microphone at the bottom of each speaker should face the calibration microphone, and there should be connected appears. The front of the TV screen. The Setup Display for selecting the aspect ratio... your TV" (page 27). For details, see "Setting the type of the TV to be no obstruction between the speakers and the calibration microphone. The system turns on the TV screen. [Press [ENTER] to run QUICK SETUP.] appears at the ear level using the...
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... C/c to select [YES]. Tip • If you cancel [AUTO CALIBRATION], perform the speaker settings in "Settings for the supplied calibration microphone only. Note • The environment of the speakers, reset the speaker settings. Be quiet during the measurement (which the system is installed may interfere with the headphones connected. 11 Press . [AUTO CALIBRATION] starts...
... C/c to select [YES]. Tip • If you cancel [AUTO CALIBRATION], perform the speaker settings in "Settings for the supplied calibration microphone only. Note • The environment of the speakers, reset the speaker settings. Be quiet during the measurement (which the system is installed may interfere with the headphones connected. 11 Press . [AUTO CALIBRATION] starts...
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..."SAT/CABLE" appears in the front panel display. 2 Press SYSTEM MENU. 3 Press X/x repeatedly until the decoding mode you want appears in [HDMI SETUP] to turn off . When you want to enjoy surround sound of a 2 channel source from all speakers, select "PLII MOVIE" or "PLII MUSIC" decoding mode....connection takes priority. • Depending on your TV's speaker to output the TV sound or stereo sound of the system. 34US For details, see page 52. 5 Press . MODE" appears in this system. Basic Operations Enjoying Sound from all Speakers You can enjoy TV or VCR sound from the TV...
..."SAT/CABLE" appears in the front panel display. 2 Press SYSTEM MENU. 3 Press X/x repeatedly until the decoding mode you want appears in [HDMI SETUP] to turn off . When you want to enjoy surround sound of a 2 channel source from all speakers, select "PLII MOVIE" or "PLII MUSIC" decoding mode....connection takes priority. • Depending on your TV's speaker to output the TV sound or stereo sound of the system. 34US For details, see page 52. 5 Press . MODE" appears in this system. Basic Operations Enjoying Sound from all Speakers You can enjoy TV or VCR sound from the TV...
Operating Instructions
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...sound of the right channel of sound tracks recorded on which language the code represents. Various Functions for Playing Discs Changing the Sound When the system is playing a DVD VIDEO or DATA CD/DATA DVD recorded in multiple audio formats. x DVD VIDEO Depending on the disc. If the DVD...of the right channel of the audio track 1 (monaural) • [2:STEREO]: The stereo sound of the audio track 2 • [2:1/L]: The sound of the left speakers. See "Language Code List" (page 102) to select the desired audio signal. x DVD-VR The types of the audio track 2 (monaural) Note • While...
...sound of the right channel of sound tracks recorded on which language the code represents. Various Functions for Playing Discs Changing the Sound When the system is playing a DVD VIDEO or DATA CD/DATA DVD recorded in multiple audio formats. x DVD VIDEO Depending on the disc. If the DVD...of the right channel of the audio track 1 (monaural) • [2:STEREO]: The stereo sound of the audio track 2 • [2:1/L]: The sound of the left speakers. See "Language Code List" (page 102) to select the desired audio signal. x DVD-VR The types of the audio track 2 (monaural) Note • While...