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3-283-032-11(1) DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions DAV-HDX277WC / HDX279W / HDX576WF ©2008 Sony Corporation
3-283-032-11(1) DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions DAV-HDX277WC / HDX279W / HDX576WF ©2008 Sony Corporation
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... presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this product. These limits are designed to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Install in a particular installation. DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W/ DAV-HDX576WF Serial No Date of the control unit. Batteries or batteries installed apparatus shall not...
... presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this product. These limits are designed to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Install in a particular installation. DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W/ DAV-HDX576WF Serial No Date of the control unit. Batteries or batteries installed apparatus shall not...
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...surround amplifier or S-AIR receiver in this Operating Instructions describe the controls on the area). About the S-AIR function The system is compatible with the system: • Surround amplifier: You can enjoy surround speaker sound wirelessly. • S-AIR receiver: You can be purchased... similar names as an option (the S-AIR product lineup differs depending on the remote. Notes or instructions for DAVHDX277WC, DAV-HDX279W, and DAVHDX576WF. About This Operating Instructions • The instructions in this operating instructions refer only to when the surround amplifier or S-...
...surround amplifier or S-AIR receiver in this Operating Instructions describe the controls on the area). About the S-AIR function The system is compatible with the system: • Surround amplifier: You can enjoy surround speaker sound wirelessly. • S-AIR receiver: You can be purchased... similar names as an option (the S-AIR product lineup differs depending on the remote. Notes or instructions for DAVHDX277WC, DAV-HDX279W, and DAVHDX576WF. About This Operating Instructions • The instructions in this operating instructions refer only to when the surround amplifier or S-...
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Getting Started Getting Started Unpacking DAV-HDX277WC • Front speakers (2) • Center speaker (1) • Surround speakers (2) • Subwoofer (1) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Foot pads (1 set) or • Speaker cords (6, ...
Getting Started Getting Started Unpacking DAV-HDX277WC • Front speakers (2) • Center speaker (1) • Surround speakers (2) • Subwoofer (1) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Foot pads (1 set) or • Speaker cords (6, ...
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Getting Started DAV-HDX279W • Front speakers (2) • Center speaker (1) • Surround speakers (2) • Subwoofer (1) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Foot pads (1 set) or • Surround amplifier (1) ...
Getting Started DAV-HDX279W • Front speakers (2) • Center speaker (1) • Surround speakers (2) • Subwoofer (1) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Foot pads (1 set) or • Surround amplifier (1) ...
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Getting Started DAV-HDX576WF • Front speakers (2) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • Surround amplifier (1) • Center speaker (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Calibration mic (1) • Speaker cord ...
Getting Started DAV-HDX576WF • Front speakers (2) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • Surround amplifier (1) • Center speaker (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Calibration mic (1) • Speaker cord ...
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... SPEAKER jacks, see page 25. Use the speaker cords as the label of the jacks to be connected. Thread the speaker cord (and the speaker system cord) into the end of the base 13US Post Bottom of the base Speaker cord , Two holes Top of the post that has two holes... the speaker stand by installing it on the floor to avoid damaging the floor when you assemble the speakers. Getting Started Step 1: Assembling the Speakers (DAV-HDX576WF only) Before connecting the speakers, attach the speaker stand to the speaker. (For the front speakers) Use the parts as follows: • Front speakers...
... SPEAKER jacks, see page 25. Use the speaker cords as the label of the jacks to be connected. Thread the speaker cord (and the speaker system cord) into the end of the base 13US Post Bottom of the base Speaker cord , Two holes Top of the post that has two holes... the speaker stand by installing it on the floor to avoid damaging the floor when you assemble the speakers. Getting Started Step 1: Assembling the Speakers (DAV-HDX576WF only) Before connecting the speakers, attach the speaker stand to the speaker. (For the front speakers) Use the parts as follows: • Front speakers...
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... from 1.0 to 7.0 meters (3 to the front speakers. The front speakers can be placed at the same distance from the listening position. Place the system as illustrated below. D E 18US DAV-HDX277WC B A A Front speaker (L (left)) B Front speaker (R (right)) C Center speaker D Surround speaker (L (left)) E Surround speaker (R (right)) F Subwoofer G Unit CF G E Top view AA A A A CB B D A A C A C * Not...
... from 1.0 to 7.0 meters (3 to the front speakers. The front speakers can be placed at the same distance from the listening position. Place the system as illustrated below. D E 18US DAV-HDX277WC B A A Front speaker (L (left)) B Front speaker (R (right)) C Center speaker D Surround speaker (L (left)) E Surround speaker (R (right)) F Subwoofer G Unit CF G E Top view AA A A A CB B D A A C A C * Not...
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Dusty or dirty - D E DAV-HDX576WF A A Front speaker (L (left)) B Front speaker (R (right)) B C Center speaker D Surround speaker (L (left )) E Surround speaker (R (right)) F Subwoofer G Unit H Surround amplifier CF G AA A D ... or cold - Note • Do not set the speakers in an inclined position. • Do not place the speakers in locations that are: - Getting Started DAV-HDX279W A A Front speaker (L (left)) B Front speaker (R (right)) B C Center speaker D Surround speaker (L (left )) E Surround speaker (R (right)) F Subwoofer G Unit H Surround amplifier CF G AA A D...
Dusty or dirty - D E DAV-HDX576WF A A Front speaker (L (left)) B Front speaker (R (right)) B C Center speaker D Surround speaker (L (left )) E Surround speaker (R (right)) F Subwoofer G Unit H Surround amplifier CF G AA A D ... or cold - Note • Do not set the speakers in an inclined position. • Do not place the speakers in locations that are: - Getting Started DAV-HDX279W A A Front speaker (L (left)) B Front speaker (R (right)) B C Center speaker D Surround speaker (L (left )) E Surround speaker (R (right)) F Subwoofer G Unit H Surround amplifier CF G AA A D...
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...benzine. • Do not lean or hang on the speaker, as staining or discoloration may result. • Do not use any type of the speakers, Sony recommends that are suitable for a Room" (page 89) and "Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically" (page 90). Be sure to match the speaker cords to ... to direct sunlight • Use caution when placing the speakers and/or speaker stands attached to the wall. Tip • When you change the settings. DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W For the center speaker 145 mm (5 3/4 inches) For the other speakers 8 to 10 mm (11/32 to 13/32 inch) 8 to 10...
...benzine. • Do not lean or hang on the speaker, as staining or discoloration may result. • Do not use any type of the speakers, Sony recommends that are suitable for a Room" (page 89) and "Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically" (page 90). Be sure to match the speaker cords to ... to direct sunlight • Use caution when placing the speakers and/or speaker stands attached to the wall. Tip • When you change the settings. DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W For the center speaker 145 mm (5 3/4 inches) For the other speakers 8 to 10 mm (11/32 to 13/32 inch) 8 to 10...
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Getting Started DAV-HDX576WF For the center speaker 145 mm (5 3/4 inches) For the front speakers 8 to 10 mm (11/32 to 13/32 inch) For the surround speakers 8 ... on a vertical and flat wall where reinforcement is applied. • Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall material or screws to be used. • Sony is especially fragile, attach the screws securely to a beam and fasten them to 13/32 inch) 3 Hang the speakers on the screws. 5 mm (7/32 inch...
Getting Started DAV-HDX576WF For the center speaker 145 mm (5 3/4 inches) For the front speakers 8 to 10 mm (11/32 to 13/32 inch) For the surround speakers 8 ... on a vertical and flat wall where reinforcement is applied. • Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall material or screws to be used. • Sony is especially fragile, attach the screws securely to a beam and fasten them to 13/32 inch) 3 Hang the speakers on the screws. 5 mm (7/32 inch...
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DAV-HDX277WC 3 DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter 3 Portable audio source 3 VCR, digital satellite receiver, or PlayStation, etc. 2 TV 5 Wireless transceiver 4 AM loop antenna (aerial) 4 FM wire antenna (... you connect another component with a volume control, turn up the volume of the other components to 6 on the following pages. Getting Started Step 3: Connecting the System See the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from 1 to a level where sound is not distorted.
DAV-HDX277WC 3 DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter 3 Portable audio source 3 VCR, digital satellite receiver, or PlayStation, etc. 2 TV 5 Wireless transceiver 4 AM loop antenna (aerial) 4 FM wire antenna (... you connect another component with a volume control, turn up the volume of the other components to 6 on the following pages. Getting Started Step 3: Connecting the System See the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from 1 to a level where sound is not distorted.
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Getting Started DAV-HDX279W 3 DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter 3 Portable audio source 2 TV 5 Wireless transceiver 3 VCR, digital satellite receiver, or PlayStation, etc. 4 AM loop antenna (aerial) 4 FM wire antenna (aerial) 6 AC power cord (mains lead) 1 Front speaker (L) 1 Center speaker 1 Subwoofer 5 Wireless transceiver 1 Front speaker (R) Surround amplifier 6 AC power cord (mains lead) 1 Surround speaker (L) :Signal flow 1 Surround speaker (R) 23US
Getting Started DAV-HDX279W 3 DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter 3 Portable audio source 2 TV 5 Wireless transceiver 3 VCR, digital satellite receiver, or PlayStation, etc. 4 AM loop antenna (aerial) 4 FM wire antenna (aerial) 6 AC power cord (mains lead) 1 Front speaker (L) 1 Center speaker 1 Subwoofer 5 Wireless transceiver 1 Front speaker (R) Surround amplifier 6 AC power cord (mains lead) 1 Surround speaker (L) :Signal flow 1 Surround speaker (R) 23US
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Do not catch the speaker cord insulation in the speaker terminals. DAV-HDX277WC Rear panel SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER SPEAKER TV/VIDEO DIGITAL IN COAXIAL OPTICAL FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L HDMI OUT DMPORT DC5V 0.7A MAX EZW-RT10 ...
Do not catch the speaker cord insulation in the speaker terminals. DAV-HDX277WC Rear panel SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER SPEAKER TV/VIDEO DIGITAL IN COAXIAL OPTICAL FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L HDMI OUT DMPORT DC5V 0.7A MAX EZW-RT10 ...
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Getting Started DAV-HDX279W Rear panel of the unit SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER SPEAKER TV/VIDEO DIGITAL IN COAXIAL OPTICAL FRONT R FRONT L HDMI OUT DMPORT DC5V 0.7A MAX SPEAKER ...
Getting Started DAV-HDX279W Rear panel of the unit SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER SPEAKER TV/VIDEO DIGITAL IN COAXIAL OPTICAL FRONT R FRONT L HDMI OUT DMPORT DC5V 0.7A MAX SPEAKER ...
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Getting Started DAV-HDX576WF Rear panel of the unit SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER SPEAKER TV DIGITAL IN COAXIAL OPTICAL FRONT R FRONT L HDMI OUT DMPORT DC5V 0.7A MAX SPEAKER CENTER ...
Getting Started DAV-HDX576WF Rear panel of the unit SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER SPEAKER TV DIGITAL IN COAXIAL OPTICAL FRONT R FRONT L HDMI OUT DMPORT DC5V 0.7A MAX SPEAKER CENTER ...
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DAV-HDX277WC Digital optical cord (not supplied) Digital coaxial cord (not supplied) TDVIG/VITIDALEION COAXIAL OPTICAL or Audio cord (not supplied) TV/VIDEO R AUDIO IN L White ... IN jack of the TV 28US For video output to C (HDMI). Picture quality improves in order from the six speakers of the system, connect the TV and the system with the digital cord (B). When the TV has the digital optical or coaxial output jack, you can improve sound quality by connecting with...
DAV-HDX277WC Digital optical cord (not supplied) Digital coaxial cord (not supplied) TDVIG/VITIDALEION COAXIAL OPTICAL or Audio cord (not supplied) TV/VIDEO R AUDIO IN L White ... IN jack of the TV 28US For video output to C (HDMI). Picture quality improves in order from the six speakers of the system, connect the TV and the system with the digital cord (B). When the TV has the digital optical or coaxial output jack, you can improve sound quality by connecting with...
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Getting Started DAV-HDX279W Digital optical cord (not supplied) Digital coaxial cord (not supplied) TDVIG/VITIDALEION COAXIAL OPTICAL or Audio cord (not supplied) TV/VIDEO R AUDIO IN L White ...
Getting Started DAV-HDX279W Digital optical cord (not supplied) Digital coaxial cord (not supplied) TDVIG/VITIDALEION COAXIAL OPTICAL or Audio cord (not supplied) TV/VIDEO R AUDIO IN L White ...
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... 46). ** HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) If your TV has the HDMI jack, use this connection and set the output signal of the system to the TV/VIDEO jacks (A or B) instead of output signal (page 46). Digital signals have priority over analog signals. (COAXIAL has priority ...digital signal ceases, the analog signal will be processed after 2 seconds. Tip • You can accept both digital and analog signals. Getting Started DAV-HDX576WF Digital optical cord (not supplied) Digital coaxial cord (not supplied) TV DIGITAL IN COAXIAL OPTICAL or Audio cord (not supplied) TV R AUDIO...
... 46). ** HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) If your TV has the HDMI jack, use this connection and set the output signal of the system to the TV/VIDEO jacks (A or B) instead of output signal (page 46). Digital signals have priority over analog signals. (COAXIAL has priority ...digital signal ceases, the analog signal will be processed after 2 seconds. Tip • You can accept both digital and analog signals. Getting Started DAV-HDX576WF Digital optical cord (not supplied) Digital coaxial cord (not supplied) TV DIGITAL IN COAXIAL OPTICAL or Audio cord (not supplied) TV R AUDIO...
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... Started 3 Connecting the other components You can enjoy the connected component using the six speakers of the system. • Portable audio source: A • DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter: B • VCR, digital satellite receiver, or PlayStation, etc.: C DAV-HDX277WC Stereo mini-plug cord (not supplied) To the portable audio source Front panel SPEAKER CENTER...
... Started 3 Connecting the other components You can enjoy the connected component using the six speakers of the system. • Portable audio source: A • DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter: B • VCR, digital satellite receiver, or PlayStation, etc.: C DAV-HDX277WC Stereo mini-plug cord (not supplied) To the portable audio source Front panel SPEAKER CENTER...