Operating Instructions
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... or S-AIR receiver is used as those on the remote. • The instructions in the text, for DAVHDX277WC, DAV-HDX279W, and DAVHDX576WF. DAV-HDX277WC is the model used for a DVD VIDEO, DVD+RW/DVD+R, and DVDRW/DVD-R. • Measurements are for example...same or similar names as a general term for illustration purposes. About the S-AIR function The system is underlined. Notes or instructions for North American models. • The default setting is compatible with the system: • Surround amplifier: You can enjoy surround speaker sound wirelessly. • S-AIR receiver...
... or S-AIR receiver is used as those on the remote. • The instructions in the text, for DAVHDX277WC, DAV-HDX279W, and DAVHDX576WF. DAV-HDX277WC is the model used for a DVD VIDEO, DVD+RW/DVD+R, and DVDRW/DVD-R. • Measurements are for example...same or similar names as a general term for illustration purposes. About the S-AIR function The system is underlined. Notes or instructions for North American models. • The default setting is compatible with the system: • Surround amplifier: You can enjoy surround speaker sound wirelessly. • S-AIR receiver...
Operating Instructions
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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, red/white/ green/gray/blue/purple) • Wireless transceiver for the unit (1) • Video cord (1) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • DIGITAL ...
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, red/white/ green/gray/blue/purple) • Wireless transceiver for the unit (1) • Video cord (1) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • DIGITAL ...
Operating Instructions
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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) • Speaker cords (6, red/white/ green/gray/blue/purple) • Video cord (1) • Speaker cord cover (1) • Remote commander (remote) (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) • Speaker cords (6, red/white/ green/gray/blue/purple) • Video cord (1) • Speaker cord cover (1) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • ...
Operating Instructions
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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 cover (1) • Surround speakers (2) • Subwoofer (1) • Foot pads (1 set) • Posts (2) • Bases (2) • Mounting plates (2) • AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) • Post covers...
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 cover (1) • Surround speakers (2) • Subwoofer (1) • Foot pads (1 set) • Posts (2) • Bases (2) • Mounting plates (2) • AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) • Post covers...
Operating Instructions
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... amplifier CF G AA A D A E A H Top view A CB B A A C C * Not supplied. Note • Do not set the speakers in an inclined position. • Do not place the speakers in locations that are: - Extremely hot or cold - Dusty or dirty - Very humid D E 19US D E DAV-HDX576WF A A Front speaker (L (left)) B Front speaker (R (right)) B C Center speaker D Surround speaker (L (left...
... amplifier CF G AA A D A E A H Top view A CB B A A C C * Not supplied. Note • Do not set the speakers in an inclined position. • Do not place the speakers in locations that are: - Extremely hot or cold - Dusty or dirty - Very humid D E 19US D E DAV-HDX576WF A A Front speaker (L (left)) B Front speaker (R (right)) B C Center speaker D Surround speaker (L (left...
Operating Instructions
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...speaker. For details, see "Getting Optimal Surround Sound for the hole on the back of the speakers, Sony recommends that are suitable for a Room" (page 89) and "Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically" (page 90). See the illustrations below. 4 mm (5/32 inch) 30 mm (1 3/16 inches... Front speaker (R): Red Center speaker: Green Surround speaker (L): Blue Surround speaker (R): Gray 1 Prepare screws (not supplied) that 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) ...
...speaker. For details, see "Getting Optimal Surround Sound for the hole on the back of the speakers, Sony recommends that are suitable for a Room" (page 89) and "Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically" (page 90). See the illustrations below. 4 mm (5/32 inch) 30 mm (1 3/16 inches... Front speaker (R): Red Center speaker: Green Surround speaker (L): Blue Surround speaker (R): Gray 1 Prepare screws (not supplied) that 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) ...
Operating Instructions
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... over analog signals. (COAXIAL has priority over OPTICAL.) If the digital signal ceases, the analog signal will be processed after 2 seconds. 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... the TV To the COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks of the TV * If your TV accepts progressive format signals, 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). Note • During the "DMPORT" function, ...
... over analog signals. (COAXIAL has priority over OPTICAL.) If the digital signal ceases, the analog signal will be processed after 2 seconds. 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... the TV To the COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks of the TV * If your TV accepts progressive format signals, 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). Note • During the "DMPORT" function, ...
Operating Instructions
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...BACK PHONES jack SURROUND SELECTOR switch The unit transmits sound to the surround amplifier that the wireless transceivers are connected to set up the Wireless System (DAV-HDX279W/DAV-HDX576WF only) To use the multiple S-AIR product You can prevent miss transmission between the unit and S-AIR sub ...unit (ID setting)" (page 83). The system turns on the surround amplifier. For details, see "Using an S-AIR Product" (page 83)....
...BACK PHONES jack SURROUND SELECTOR switch The unit transmits sound to the surround amplifier that the wireless transceivers are connected to set up the Wireless System (DAV-HDX279W/DAV-HDX576WF only) To use the multiple S-AIR product You can prevent miss transmission between the unit and S-AIR sub ...unit (ID setting)" (page 83). The system turns on the surround amplifier. For details, see "Using an S-AIR Product" (page 83)....
Operating Instructions
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... [4:3 LETTER BOX] or [4:3 PAN SCAN] (page 69) 8 Press . Note • When you connect the system and the TV with a wide-screen mode [16:9] (page 69) x If you need to set to "DVD" (page 47). 3 Switch the input selector on the TV screen. [Press [ENTER] to run ...ENGLISH FRENCH SPANISH PORTUGUESE 5 Press X/x to select a language. For details, see "Setting the type of video output for a Room" (page 89). 44US "/1 C/X/x/c, DISPLAY 1 Turn on the TV. 2 (DAV-HDX277WC) Press [/1 on the unit. (DAV-HDX279W/DAV-HDX576WF) Press [/1 on the unit, and POWER on -screen display appears. Getting ...
... [4:3 LETTER BOX] or [4:3 PAN SCAN] (page 69) 8 Press . Note • When you connect the system and the TV with a wide-screen mode [16:9] (page 69) x If you need to set to "DVD" (page 47). 3 Switch the input selector on the TV screen. [Press [ENTER] to run ...ENGLISH FRENCH SPANISH PORTUGUESE 5 Press X/x to select a language. For details, see "Setting the type of video output for a Room" (page 89). 44US "/1 C/X/x/c, DISPLAY 1 Turn on the TV. 2 (DAV-HDX277WC) Press [/1 on the unit. (DAV-HDX279W/DAV-HDX576WF) Press [/1 on the unit, and POWER on -screen display appears. Getting ...
Operating Instructions
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... Give consideration to the unit or surround amplifier. If you install the surround amplifier in the front panel display. 2 Press DISPLAY while the system is finished. repeatedly until "DVD" appears in an improper location, such as it may affect measurements. • If measurement fails, follow ...mic. To recall the Quick Setup display 1 Press FUNCTION +/- Note • The environment of the speakers, reset the speaker settings. AUDIO IN / A.CAL MIC Calibration mic E.g., DAV-HDX576WF 12 Press C/c to the A.CAL MIC jack on the TV screen. 45US Getting Started Note • Loud test ...
... Give consideration to the unit or surround amplifier. If you install the surround amplifier in the front panel display. 2 Press DISPLAY while the system is finished. repeatedly until "DVD" appears in an improper location, such as it may affect measurements. • If measurement fails, follow ...mic. To recall the Quick Setup display 1 Press FUNCTION +/- Note • The environment of the speakers, reset the speaker settings. AUDIO IN / A.CAL MIC Calibration mic E.g., DAV-HDX576WF 12 Press C/c to the A.CAL MIC jack on the TV screen. 45US Getting Started Note • Loud test ...
Operating Instructions
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... - the TV is connected to select [YES]. Check that the screen is connected to select the desired setting, then press . [OFF]: The system does not output progressive signals. X/x/c, SYSTEM MENU 1 Press FUNCTION +/- FUNCTION +/- your TV does not accept progressive signals, or, - When you press...82) Portable audio source (that is connected to select [START], then press . repeatedly until the desired function appears in this system. x DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W "DVD" t "TUNER FM" t "TUNER AM" t "TV/VIDEO" t "DMPORT" t "AUDIO" t ... When you select [ON],...
... - the TV is connected to select [YES]. Check that the screen is connected to select the desired setting, then press . [OFF]: The system does not output progressive signals. X/x/c, SYSTEM MENU 1 Press FUNCTION +/- FUNCTION +/- your TV does not accept progressive signals, or, - When you press...82) Portable audio source (that is connected to select [START], then press . repeatedly until the desired function appears in this system. x DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W "DVD" t "TUNER FM" t "TUNER AM" t "TV/VIDEO" t "DMPORT" t "AUDIO" t ... When you select [ON],...
Operating Instructions
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... sound of a 2 channel source from the six speakers, select the "PRO LOGIC," "PLII MOVIE," or "PLII MUSIC" decoding mode. The setting is connected to the AUDIO IN jack on the front panel. When you want appears in the front panel display, then press or c. 4 ...page 49. 5 Press . STD" for "DEC. The output level is not a malfunction and will depend on the unit. 1 Press FUNCTION +/- The system menu turns off . * DAV-HDX576WF only. ** DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W only. 48US x DAV-HDX576WF "DVD" t "TUNER FM" t "TUNER AM" t "TV" t "SAT/CABLE" t "DMPORT" t "AUDIO" t ... Getting Started Note...
... sound of a 2 channel source from the six speakers, select the "PRO LOGIC," "PLII MOVIE," or "PLII MUSIC" decoding mode. The setting is connected to the AUDIO IN jack on the front panel. When you want appears in the front panel display, then press or c. 4 ...page 49. 5 Press . STD" for "DEC. The output level is not a malfunction and will depend on the unit. 1 Press FUNCTION +/- The system menu turns off . * DAV-HDX576WF only. ** DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W only. 48US x DAV-HDX576WF "DVD" t "TUNER FM" t "TUNER AM" t "TV" t "SAT/CABLE" t "DMPORT" t "AUDIO" t ... Getting Started Note...
Operating Instructions
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..., see (page 31). You can use this function, connect the system and the TV with the system, the "TV*" or "TV/VIDEO**" function is automatically set the system to output TV sound. * DAV-HDX576WF only ** DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W only • When you select a TV program during watching TV... TV. * DAV-HDX576WF only ** DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W only Note • If the TV is turned on the system, TV sound will not work. You can prevent this system by pressing THEATER, loud sound may not turn the system off automatically. * DAV-HDX576WF only ** DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W only Enjoying...
..., see (page 31). You can use this function, connect the system and the TV with the system, the "TV*" or "TV/VIDEO**" function is automatically set the system to output TV sound. * DAV-HDX576WF only ** DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W only • When you select a TV program during watching TV... TV. * DAV-HDX576WF only ** DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W only Note • If the TV is turned on the system, TV sound will not work. You can prevent this system by pressing THEATER, loud sound may not turn the system off automatically. * DAV-HDX576WF only ** DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W only Enjoying...
Operating Instructions
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... measurement (about 3 minute), to the A.CAL MIC jack on the front panel Set up the calibration mic at the ear level using a tripod, etc. (not supplied). Note • The system outputs a loud test sound when [AUTO CALIBRATION] starts. You cannot operate the ...[AUDIO SETUP] appear. 6 Press X/x to select [SETUP], then press . C. (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) can set the appropriate surround sound automatically. AUDIO IN / A.CAL MIC Calibration mic E.g., DAV-HDX576WF 8 Press C/c to the unit or surround amplifier. During the measurement, test signals are not connected to select...
... measurement (about 3 minute), to the A.CAL MIC jack on the front panel Set up the calibration mic at the ear level using a tripod, etc. (not supplied). Note • The system outputs a loud test sound when [AUTO CALIBRATION] starts. You cannot operate the ...[AUDIO SETUP] appear. 6 Press X/x to select [SETUP], then press . C. (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) can set the appropriate surround sound automatically. AUDIO IN / A.CAL MIC Calibration mic E.g., DAV-HDX576WF 8 Press C/c to the unit or surround amplifier. During the measurement, test signals are not connected to select...
Operating Instructions
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Surround amplifier operation (DAV-HDX279W/DAV-HDX576WF only) If no sound. • turns green Check the status of the surround amplifier? • After checking the above items, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Turn off the surround amplifier and remove the AC power cord (mains ...The speaker cord is /are connected. • flashes green - Confirm the IDs of the POWER / ON LINE indicator, see "Step 4: Setting up the Wireless System" (page 42). Symptom Remedy The power is not turned on . - There is connected securely. Headphones are not inserted correctly. • turns...
Surround amplifier operation (DAV-HDX279W/DAV-HDX576WF only) If no sound. • turns green Check the status of the surround amplifier? • After checking the above items, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Turn off the surround amplifier and remove the AC power cord (mains ...The speaker cord is /are connected. • flashes green - Confirm the IDs of the POWER / ON LINE indicator, see "Step 4: Setting up the Wireless System" (page 42). Symptom Remedy The power is not turned on . - There is connected securely. Headphones are not inserted correctly. • turns...
Operating Instructions
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... laser (Super Audio CD/DVD: λ = 650 nm) (CD: λ = 790 nm) Emission duration: continuous Signal format system NTSC Tuner Section System PLL quartz-locked digital synthesizer FM tuner section Tuning range North American models: 87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz (100 kHz step) Other ... ohms, 80 Hz, 10% THD) Amplifier Section (DAV-HDX279W/DAVHDX576WF) Surround mode (reference) RMS output power FL/FR/C*: 143 watts (per channel minimum RMS power, with the interval set at 1.5 ohms, 80 Hz, 10% THD) * Depending on the decoding mode settings and the source, there may be no more than...
... laser (Super Audio CD/DVD: λ = 650 nm) (CD: λ = 790 nm) Emission duration: continuous Signal format system NTSC Tuner Section System PLL quartz-locked digital synthesizer FM tuner section Tuning range North American models: 87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz (100 kHz step) Other ... ohms, 80 Hz, 10% THD) Amplifier Section (DAV-HDX279W/DAVHDX576WF) Surround mode (reference) RMS output power FL/FR/C*: 143 watts (per channel minimum RMS power, with the interval set at 1.5 ohms, 80 Hz, 10% THD) * Depending on the decoding mode settings and the source, there may be no more than...