Operating Instructions
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...socket immediately in this operating instructions refer only to when the surround amplifier or S-AIR receiver is compatible with the system: • Surround amplifier: You can enjoy surround speaker sound wirelessly. • S-AIR receiver: You can be purchased as a general term for a DVD VIDEO, DVD...+RW/DVD+R, and DVD-RW/DVD-R. • Measurements are expressed in another room. The following S-AIR products can enjoy system sound in feet (ft)...
...socket immediately in this operating instructions refer only to when the surround amplifier or S-AIR receiver is compatible with the system: • Surround amplifier: You can enjoy surround speaker sound wirelessly. • S-AIR receiver: You can be purchased as a general term for a DVD VIDEO, DVD...+RW/DVD+R, and DVD-RW/DVD-R. • Measurements are expressed in another room. The following S-AIR products can enjoy system sound in feet (ft)...
Operating Instructions
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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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... period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion. 10US 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) • Calibration microphone...to use a new battery with an old one. • Do not drop any foreign object into the remote You can control the system using the supplied remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the control unit. To...
... period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion. 10US 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) • Calibration microphone...to use a new battery with an old one. • Do not drop any foreign object into the remote You can control the system using the supplied remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the control unit. To...
Operating Instructions
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... subwoofer is to adjust the setting of the front speaker, the distance should be less than the subwoofer should be placed (2). Close to a wall. Front speaker (L) Center speaker Subwoofer 2 Front speaker (R) 111 Using the subwoofer efficiently To reinforce the bass... from the listening position. 3 3 continued 11US Getting Started Step 1: Positioning the Speakers For the best possible surround sound, all the speakers other than 0.5 m (1.6 ft).* * 1 1 Surround speaker (L) Surround speaker (R) Tip • You can also place the subwoofer either side, facing the listening...
... subwoofer is to adjust the setting of the front speaker, the distance should be less than the subwoofer should be placed (2). Close to a wall. Front speaker (L) Center speaker Subwoofer 2 Front speaker (R) 111 Using the subwoofer efficiently To reinforce the bass... from the listening position. 3 3 continued 11US Getting Started Step 1: Positioning the Speakers For the best possible surround sound, all the speakers other than 0.5 m (1.6 ft).* * 1 1 Surround speaker (L) Surround speaker (R) Tip • You can also place the subwoofer either side, facing the listening...
Operating Instructions
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...or solvent such as alcohol or benzine. • Image distortion on the TV screen may occur depending on the top of the subwoofer where the speaker unit is installed. • Do not place the subwoofer back of the subwoofer. Very humid - Tip • When you change the settings...location of the obstruction, such as TV, etc. Subject to direct sunlight • Use caution when placing the speakers and/or speaker stands (not supplied) that you change the position of the speakers, Sony recommends that are : - Subject to vibrations - In this case, place the subwoofer away from the TV....
...or solvent such as alcohol or benzine. • Image distortion on the TV screen may occur depending on the top of the subwoofer where the speaker unit is installed. • Do not place the subwoofer back of the subwoofer. Very humid - Tip • When you change the settings...location of the obstruction, such as TV, etc. Subject to direct sunlight • Use caution when placing the speakers and/or speaker stands (not supplied) that you change the position of the speakers, Sony recommends that are : - Subject to vibrations - In this case, place the subwoofer away from the TV....
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As a plaster board wall is installed. Install the speakers on a vertical and flat wall where reinforcement is applied. • Sony is not responsible for accident or damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall strength or improper screw installation, natural calamity,... etc. 1 Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the wall material and strength. Speaker unit Subwoofer EZW-T100 slot...
As a plaster board wall is installed. Install the speakers on a vertical and flat wall where reinforcement is applied. • Sony is not responsible for accident or damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall strength or improper screw installation, natural calamity,... etc. 1 Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the wall material and strength. Speaker unit Subwoofer EZW-T100 slot...
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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. 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).
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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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... distorted. 16US Stripped speaker cord is touching another speaker cord, such as the jacks to be connected. 3 # Black Do not catch the speaker cords insulation in the speaker terminals. If the cords are reversed, the sound will lack bass and may damage the system. Stripped cords are the... same color as shown below. Tip • You can remove the speaker cords from the connector (2). (1) (2) Catch To avoid short-circuiting the speakers Short-circuiting of the speakers may be sure to follow these precautions...
... distorted. 16US Stripped speaker cord is touching another speaker cord, such as the jacks to be connected. 3 # Black Do not catch the speaker cords insulation in the speaker terminals. If the cords are reversed, the sound will lack bass and may damage the system. Stripped cords are the... same color as shown below. Tip • You can remove the speaker cords from the connector (2). (1) (2) Catch To avoid short-circuiting the speakers Short-circuiting of the speakers may be sure to follow these precautions...
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Getting Started Step 2: Connecting the System See the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from 1 to a level where sound is not distorted. 4 VCR, digital satellite receiver, or PlayStation, ... of the subwoofer 1 Plug 5 FM wire antenna (aerial) Rear 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 Note • Be sure to make connection securely to avoid hum and...
Getting Started Step 2: Connecting the System See the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from 1 to a level where sound is not distorted. 4 VCR, digital satellite receiver, or PlayStation, ... of the subwoofer 1 Plug 5 FM wire antenna (aerial) Rear 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 Note • Be sure to make connection securely to avoid hum and...
Operating Instructions
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... screws of the plug. 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 to...
... screws of the plug. 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 to...
Operating Instructions
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... of the system, connect the TV and the system with the digital cord (B). 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 ... "Using an S-AIR Product" (page 63). Getting Started 2 Connecting the Speakers Connect the connectors of the speaker cords to C (HDMI). Picture quality improves in order from the speakers of the speaker cords has the same color as follows: • Video cord (1) To ...
... of the system, connect the TV and the system with the digital cord (B). 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 ... "Using an S-AIR Product" (page 63). Getting Started 2 Connecting the Speakers Connect the connectors of the speaker cords to C (HDMI). Picture quality improves in order from the speakers of the speaker cords has the same color as follows: • Video cord (1) To ...
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...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 /from the control unit while the system is turned on. Note • Connect the 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 /from the control unit while the system is turned on. Note • Connect the DIGITAL...
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... instructions of the S-AIR product. 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 system through the connected TV. If your TV has multiple audio/video inputs You can enjoy wireless performance...
... instructions of the S-AIR product. 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 system through the connected TV. If your TV has multiple audio/video inputs You can enjoy wireless performance...
Operating Instructions
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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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...SCAN] (page 80) 8 Press . 9 Connect the calibration microphone to the ECM-AC2 jack on the rear of the TV to be no obstruction between the speakers and the calibration microphone. "/1 C/X/x/c, DISPLAY 4 Press without inserting a disc. LANGUAGE SETUP OSD: MENU: AUDIO: SUBTITLE: ENGLISH ENGLISH FRENCH SPANISH PORTUGUESE 5 Press X/x...for matching your TV" (page 27). The front of video output to select a language. For details, see "Setting the type of each speaker should face the calibration microphone, and there should be connected appears. The system turns on the TV. 2 Press [/1.
...SCAN] (page 80) 8 Press . 9 Connect the calibration microphone to the ECM-AC2 jack on the rear of the TV to be no obstruction between the speakers and the calibration microphone. "/1 C/X/x/c, DISPLAY 4 Press without inserting a disc. LANGUAGE SETUP OSD: MENU: AUDIO: SUBTITLE: ENGLISH ENGLISH FRENCH SPANISH PORTUGUESE 5 Press X/x...for matching your TV" (page 27). The front of video output to select a language. For details, see "Setting the type of each speaker should face the calibration microphone, and there should be connected appears. The system turns on the TV. 2 Press [/1.
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... for the supplied calibration microphone only. Getting Started Note • The ECM-AC2 jack is used for the Speakers" (page 85). • If you change any Step. Be quiet during the measurement (which the system is installed may interfere with the headphones connected. 11 Press . [AUTO CALIBRATION] starts. Note • Loud test...
... for the supplied calibration microphone only. Getting Started Note • The ECM-AC2 jack is used for the Speakers" (page 85). • If you change any Step. Be quiet during the measurement (which the system is installed may interfere with the headphones connected. 11 Press . [AUTO CALIBRATION] starts. Note • Loud test...
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...] to output the TV sound or stereo sound of the system. 34US For details, see "Connecting the TV" (page 19) and "Connecting the other components" (page 21). Basic Operations Enjoying Sound from all Speakers You can enjoy TV or VCR sound from all speakers, select "PLII MOVIE" or "PLII MUSIC" decoding mode. When...
...] to output the TV sound or stereo sound of the system. 34US For details, see "Connecting the TV" (page 19) and "Connecting the other components" (page 21). Basic Operations Enjoying Sound from all Speakers You can enjoy TV or VCR sound from all speakers, select "PLII MOVIE" or "PLII MUSIC" decoding mode. When...
Operating Instructions
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... and listen to select the desired audio signal. x DVD-VR The types of sound tracks recorded on the DVD VIDEO, the choice of the left speakers. x VIDEO CD/CD/DATA CD (MP3 file)/DATA DVD (MP3 file) • [STEREO]: The standard stereo sound • [1/L]: The sound of the left channel (... do not appear when one audio stream is 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. Press AUDIO repeatedly during playback to the sound of the selected...
... and listen to select the desired audio signal. x DVD-VR The types of sound tracks recorded on the DVD VIDEO, the choice of the left speakers. x VIDEO CD/CD/DATA CD (MP3 file)/DATA DVD (MP3 file) • [STEREO]: The standard stereo sound • [1/L]: The sound of the left channel (... do not appear when one audio stream is 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. Press AUDIO repeatedly during playback to the sound of the selected...