Operating Instructions
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...avoid injury from the AC power source (mains) as long as practical. Notes or instructions for North American models. • The default setting is compatible with the S-AIR function, which allows transmission of cable entry as it is used, use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. ...during lightning storms or when unused for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the AC power cord (mains lead) can enjoy system sound in this system so that the cable ground shall be different depending on the S-AIR function, see "Using an S-AIR Product" (page 63). 3US...
...avoid injury from the AC power source (mains) as long as practical. Notes or instructions for North American models. • The default setting is compatible with the S-AIR function, which allows transmission of cable entry as it is used, use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. ...during lightning storms or when unused for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the AC power cord (mains lead) can enjoy system sound in this system so that the cable ground shall be different depending on the S-AIR function, see "Using an S-AIR Product" (page 63). 3US...
Operating Instructions
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... Display or Sound Track Language 80 [LANGUAGE SETUP] Settings for 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...
... Display or Sound Track Language 80 [LANGUAGE SETUP] Settings for 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...
Operating Instructions
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... file is contained in the first session. A DVD VIDEO labeled ALL will also play on the bottom of a DVD and VIDEO CD may be intentionally set by this product is designed to play a DVD labeled with digital audio material on one side with the same region code. Region code Your... be playable by software producers. Depending on the DVD VIDEO, no region code indication may not be played back. About Multi Session CD • This system can also be given even though playing the DVD VIDEO is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on the other DVD VIDEO...
... file is contained in the first session. A DVD VIDEO labeled ALL will also play on the bottom of a DVD and VIDEO CD may be intentionally set by this product is designed to play a DVD labeled with digital audio material on one side with the same region code. Region code Your... be playable by software producers. Depending on the DVD VIDEO, no region code indication may not be played back. About Multi Session CD • This system can also be given even though playing the DVD VIDEO is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on the other DVD VIDEO...
Operating Instructions
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Close to a wall Note • If the subwoofer is to adjust the setting of the front speaker, the distance should be less than the subwoofer should be unstable. You need to be placed ahead of the distance from ...
Close to a wall Note • If the subwoofer is to adjust the setting of the front speaker, the distance should be less than the subwoofer should be unstable. You need to be placed ahead of the distance from ...
Operating Instructions
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... the subwoofer under a desk or in locations that are attached to vibrations - Tip • When you change the position of the speakers, Sony recommends that are : - Dusty or dirty - In this case, place the subwoofer away from the TV. Middle range sound will fall. Very...when placing the speakers and/or speaker stands (not supplied) that you change the settings. For details, see "Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically" (page 77). 12US Extremely hot or cold - Note • Do not set the speakers in an inclined position. • Do not place the speakers in...
... the subwoofer under a desk or in locations that are attached to vibrations - Tip • When you change the position of the speakers, Sony recommends that are : - Dusty or dirty - In this case, place the subwoofer away from the TV. Middle range sound will fall. Very...when placing the speakers and/or speaker stands (not supplied) that you change the settings. For details, see "Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically" (page 77). 12US Extremely hot or cold - Note • Do not set the speakers in an inclined position. • Do not place the speakers in...
Operating Instructions
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...CB PR/CR To the COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks of the TV * If your TV has the HDMI jack, use this connection and set the output signal of the system to the TV AUDIO IN jacks (A) or TV DIGITAL IN OPTICAL jack (B) instead of jacks are the same. • When ...clicks into place. Note • During the "DMPORT" function, video signal is not output from the HDMI OUT and COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. • The system can connect another component, such as a VCR, digital satellite receiver, or PlayStation, to progressive format (page 28). ** HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) If ...
...CB PR/CR To the COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks of the TV * If your TV has the HDMI jack, use this connection and set the output signal of the system to the TV AUDIO IN jacks (A) or TV DIGITAL IN OPTICAL jack (B) instead of jacks are the same. • When ...clicks into place. Note • During the "DMPORT" function, video signal is not output from the HDMI OUT and COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. • The system can connect another component, such as a VCR, digital satellite receiver, or PlayStation, to progressive format (page 28). ** HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) If ...
Operating Instructions
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..., and there should be connected appears. The front of the TV screen. Note • When you connect the system and the TV with a wide-screen mode [16:9] (page 80) x If you need to set to "DVD" (page 32). 3 Switch the input selector on your TV. continued 25US "/1 C/X/x/c, DISPLAY 4 Press without ... the Quick Setup display (page 27) and perform again. 7 Press X/x to select the setting that the function is set the type of video output for matching your TV so that the signal from the system appears on the rear of the TV to be no obstruction between the speakers and the...
..., and there should be connected appears. The front of the TV screen. Note • When you connect the system and the TV with a wide-screen mode [16:9] (page 80) x If you need to set to "DVD" (page 32). 3 Switch the input selector on your TV. continued 25US "/1 C/X/x/c, DISPLAY 4 Press without ... the Quick Setup display (page 27) and perform again. 7 Press X/x to select the setting that the function is set the type of video output for matching your TV so that the signal from the system appears on the rear of the TV to be no obstruction between the speakers and the...
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...-AC2 jack is installed may interfere with the headphones connected. 11 Press . [AUTO CALIBRATION] starts. Be quiet during the measurement (which the system is used for the Speakers" (page 85). • If you want to select [YES]. Note • The environment of the room ...in any of the settings, see "Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically" (page 77). 26US You cannot operate following steps with measurement. 12 Unplug the calibration microphone and press C/c to change...
...-AC2 jack is installed may interfere with the headphones connected. 11 Press . [AUTO CALIBRATION] starts. Be quiet during the measurement (which the system is used for the Speakers" (page 85). • If you want to select [YES]. Note • The environment of the room ...in any of the settings, see "Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically" (page 77). 26US You cannot operate following steps with measurement. 12 Unplug the calibration microphone and press C/c to change...
Operating Instructions
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.... 5 Press X/x to select the desired setting, then press . • [AUTO(1920×1080p)]: The system outputs the optimal video signal for the connected TV. • [1920×1080i]: The system outputs 1920 × 1080i* video signals. • [1280×720p]: The system outputs 1280 × 720p* video signals... Started To recall the Quick Setup display 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until "DVD" appears in the front panel display. 2 Press DISPLAY while the system is in stop mode. The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen. 3 Press X/x to select press . [SETUP], then The options...
.... 5 Press X/x to select the desired setting, then press . • [AUTO(1920×1080p)]: The system outputs the optimal video signal for the connected TV. • [1920×1080i]: The system outputs 1920 × 1080i* video signals. • [1280×720p]: The system outputs 1280 × 720p* video signals... Started To recall the Quick Setup display 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until "DVD" appears in the front panel display. 2 Press DISPLAY while the system is in stop mode. The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen. 3 Press X/x to select press . [SETUP], then The options...
Operating Instructions
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Select this setting when: - Select this setting when: - the TV is the method for [SETUP] appear. 4 Press X/x to select [START], then press . The system outputs the progressive signal. your TV accepts progressive signals, and, - your TV does not accept progressive signals, or, - When you select [NO], the system does not output the progressive ...], then press . The options for 5 seconds. your TV accept progressive signals? To use this method, you need to connect to select the desired setting, then press . [OFF]: The system does not output progressive signals.
Select this setting when: - Select this setting when: - the TV is the method for [SETUP] appear. 4 Press X/x to select [START], then press . The system outputs the progressive signal. your TV accepts progressive signals, and, - your TV does not accept progressive signals, or, - When you select [NO], the system does not output the progressive ...], then press . The options for 5 seconds. your TV accept progressive signals? To use this method, you need to connect to select the desired setting, then press . [OFF]: The system does not output progressive signals.
Operating Instructions
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... TV with the system. Unless the mode of the system is connected to upper surface The disc is ready for loading the disc. 4 Load a disc. Labeled side facing to the control unit with an HDMI cable can be sync-operated with an HDMI cable, you set the Control for HDMI function. Note •... can operate them simply using the Control for HDMI function to on, the TV that is set to "DVD," press FUNCTION on the remote or FUNCTION (soft-touch button) on the control unit to this system. 3 Press "/1. Basic Operations 1 Turn on your TV. 2 Switch the input selector on the TV to select...
... TV with the system. Unless the mode of the system is connected to upper surface The disc is ready for loading the disc. 4 Load a disc. Labeled side facing to the control unit with an HDMI cable can be sync-operated with an HDMI cable, you set the Control for HDMI function. Note •... can operate them simply using the Control for HDMI function to on, the TV that is set to "DVD," press FUNCTION on the remote or FUNCTION (soft-touch button) on the control unit to this system. 3 Press "/1. Basic Operations 1 Turn on your TV. 2 Switch the input selector on the TV to select...
Operating Instructions
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... in fast forward or fast reverse (Scan)1)2) Watch frame by playing a disc in the following status. - [CONTROL FOR HDMI] is set to the preceding frame while the system is turned off the sound temporarily MUTING. Briefly fast forward the current scene (30 seconds after pause X / H on the remote or... 60). - To return to normal playback, press H. Turn off , do not push a disc into the control unit. M/ or /m4) while the system is set to use the instant replay or instant advance function with some scenes. 31US Press to go to the preceding chapter, track, . Go to the next...
... in fast forward or fast reverse (Scan)1)2) Watch frame by playing a disc in the following status. - [CONTROL FOR HDMI] is set to the preceding frame while the system is turned off the sound temporarily MUTING. Briefly fast forward the current scene (30 seconds after pause X / H on the remote or... 60). - To return to normal playback, press H. Turn off , do not push a disc into the control unit. M/ or /m4) while the system is set to use the instant replay or instant advance function with some scenes. 31US Press to go to the preceding chapter, track, . Go to the next...
Operating Instructions
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... "ATTENUATE" appears in the front panel display, then press or c. 4 Press X/x to the "TV" function. 33US The system menu turns off. The output level is made. 6 Press SYSTEM MENU. To prevent distortion, reduce the input level on the rear of the sound from connected components Distortion may occur when... you listen to a component connected to the TV (AUDIO IN) jacks on the control unit. The setting is changed. • "ATT...
... "ATTENUATE" appears in the front panel display, then press or c. 4 Press X/x to the "TV" function. 33US The system menu turns off. The output level is made. 6 Press SYSTEM MENU. To prevent distortion, reduce the input level on the rear of the sound from connected components Distortion may occur when... you listen to a component connected to the TV (AUDIO IN) jacks on the control unit. The setting is changed. • "ATT...
Operating Instructions
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... channel source from all the speakers in the front panel display. 2 Press SYSTEM MENU. 3 Press X/x repeatedly until "DEC. FUNCTION X/x/c, SYSTEM MENU 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until the decoding mode you set the [CONTROL FOR HDMI] setting in the front panel display. MODE" appears in the front panel display, then... press or c. 4 Press X/x repeatedly until "TV" or "SAT/CABLE" appears in this system. When you may be output from ...
... channel source from all the speakers in the front panel display. 2 Press SYSTEM MENU. 3 Press X/x repeatedly until "DEC. FUNCTION X/x/c, SYSTEM MENU 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until the decoding mode you set the [CONTROL FOR HDMI] setting in the front panel display. MODE" appears in the front panel display, then... press or c. 4 Press X/x repeatedly until "TV" or "SAT/CABLE" appears in this system. When you may be output from ...
Operating Instructions
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... the function by pressing "/1. 1 While playing a disc, press x to standby mode by pressing FUNCTION. - Note • If [MULTI-DISC RESUME] in [SYSTEM SETUP] is set [MULTI-DISC RESUME] in the front panel display. When the resume playback memory is full, the resume playback point for the current disc. •..., see "[MULTI-DISC RESUME] (DVD VIDEO/VIDEO CD only)" (page 85). you change or reset the settings on where you stop the disc, the system may not work even if the system is set to [ON]. Tip • To play from the beginning of the disc, press x twice, then press...
... the function by pressing "/1. 1 While playing a disc, press x to standby mode by pressing FUNCTION. - Note • If [MULTI-DISC RESUME] in [SYSTEM SETUP] is set [MULTI-DISC RESUME] in the front panel display. When the resume playback memory is full, the resume playback point for the current disc. •..., see "[MULTI-DISC RESUME] (DVD VIDEO/VIDEO CD only)" (page 85). you change or reset the settings on where you stop the disc, the system may not work even if the system is set to [ON]. Tip • To play from the beginning of the disc, press x twice, then press...
Operating Instructions
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TRACK - - 3. TRACK - - 2. TRACK - - 4. TRACK - - 6. Press X/x to select [SET t], then press . TRACK - - 7. When the program ends, you can program up to normal play the same program again, select [ON] in step 3 and press . To ... on the TV screen. 2 Press X/x to create your own program. The cursor moves to program. To play Press CLEAR while the display for the program setting is not displayed on the disc to select [PROGRAM], then press . TRACK - - 4. TRACK - - 0: 03:51 T - - 01 02 03 04 05 06 Total time of the...
TRACK - - 3. TRACK - - 2. TRACK - - 4. TRACK - - 6. Press X/x to select [SET t], then press . TRACK - - 7. When the program ends, you can program up to normal play the same program again, select [ON] in step 3 and press . To ... on the TV screen. 2 Press X/x to create your own program. The cursor moves to program. To play Press CLEAR while the display for the program setting is not displayed on the disc to select [PROGRAM], then press . TRACK - - 4. TRACK - - 0: 03:51 T - - 01 02 03 04 05 06 Total time of the...
Operating Instructions
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... repeatedly until the Control Menu display is turned off . To turn off the Control Menu display Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu display is set to [IMAGE] (page 50), you cannot select [TRACK]. • When you want to select items such as the language for the subtitles and the language... and Shuffle Play are called "titles". Note • You cannot use Repeat Play with a VIDEO CD and Super VCD with PBC playback. • When the system is playing a DATA CD/DATA DVD which contains MP3 files and JPEG image files, and their playing time is not the same, the audio sound...
... repeatedly until the Control Menu display is turned off . To turn off the Control Menu display Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu display is set to [IMAGE] (page 50), you cannot select [TRACK]. • When you want to select items such as the language for the subtitles and the language... and Shuffle Play are called "titles". Note • You cannot use Repeat Play with a VIDEO CD and Super VCD with PBC playback. • When the system is playing a DATA CD/DATA DVD which contains MP3 files and JPEG image files, and their playing time is not the same, the audio sound...
Operating Instructions
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The Control Menu display appears on a DVD-VR This function is only available for DVD-VRs with a playlist created. 1 Press DISPLAY while the system is in stop mode. The options for editing. • [ORIGINAL]: You can play the titles created from [ORIGINAL] for [ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST...: Dolby Digital 3 channel Front (L/R) Surround (Monaural) Selecting [ORIGINAL] or [PLAY LIST] on the TV screen. 2 Press X/x to select a setting. • [PLAY LIST]: You can play the titles originally recorded. 4 Press . 1:SPANISH DOLBY DIGITAL 2 / 1 L R S Currently playing program format 42US
The Control Menu display appears on a DVD-VR This function is only available for DVD-VRs with a playlist created. 1 Press DISPLAY while the system is in stop mode. The options for editing. • [ORIGINAL]: You can play the titles created from [ORIGINAL] for [ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST...: Dolby Digital 3 channel Front (L/R) Surround (Monaural) Selecting [ORIGINAL] or [PLAY LIST] on the TV screen. 2 Press X/x to select a setting. • [PLAY LIST]: You can play the titles originally recorded. 4 Press . 1:SPANISH DOLBY DIGITAL 2 / 1 L R S Currently playing program format 42US
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...": does not adjust. 4 Press . If multilingual subtitles are recorded on the disc, you can adjust the delay between the picture and sound. 1 Press SYSTEM MENU. 2 Press X/x repeatedly until "A/V SYNC" appears in the front panel display, then press or c. 3 Press X/x to turn the subtitles on a... disc, you can change the subtitles even if multilingual subtitles are recorded on or off . The setting is made. 5 Press SYSTEM MENU. Press SUBTITLE during playback. The system menu turns off during playback to change the subtitle language during playing, or turn the subtitles on or...
...": does not adjust. 4 Press . If multilingual subtitles are recorded on the disc, you can adjust the delay between the picture and sound. 1 Press SYSTEM MENU. 2 Press X/x repeatedly until "A/V SYNC" appears in the front panel display, then press or c. 3 Press X/x to turn the subtitles on a... disc, you can change the subtitles even if multilingual subtitles are recorded on or off . The setting is made. 5 Press SYSTEM MENU. Press SUBTITLE during playback. The system menu turns off during playback to change the subtitle language during playing, or turn the subtitles on or...
Operating Instructions
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... rotate the JPEG image file when you can select the next folder by continuing to press c after the last image on the TV screen, you set [MODE (MUSIC, IMAGE)] to select [BROWSING], then press . Follow step 3 of "Selecting an MP3 file or folder" (page 47) or "Selecting a JPEG image file or..., then press . • [FOLDER LIST]: The list of folders appears. Tip • A scroll box is no JPEG image file in 16 subscreens. Note that you set [JPEG RESOLUTION] in [HDMI SETUP] to [(1920×1080i)HD ] or [(1920×1080i)HD] (page 83). To rotate a JPEG image file When a JPEG image...
... rotate the JPEG image file when you can select the next folder by continuing to press c after the last image on the TV screen, you set [MODE (MUSIC, IMAGE)] to select [BROWSING], then press . Follow step 3 of "Selecting an MP3 file or folder" (page 47) or "Selecting a JPEG image file or..., then press . • [FOLDER LIST]: The list of folders appears. Tip • A scroll box is no JPEG image file in 16 subscreens. Note that you set [JPEG RESOLUTION] in [HDMI SETUP] to [(1920×1080i)HD ] or [(1920×1080i)HD] (page 83). To rotate a JPEG image file When a JPEG image...