Child Safety: It Makes A Difference Where Your TV Stands
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..., straps and anchors to secure your furniture to the wall (but never screw anything directly into the TV). 3 Carefully read and understand the manufacturer's instructions and product safety notices. 4 Don't allow children to climb on or play with furniture and television sets. 5 Avoid placing any items on top of... on this hidden hazard of the home with your home. Many homes, in fact, have a television in your family and friends. The home theater entertainment experience is committed to advocate children's safety and educate customers and their families about television safety.
..., straps and anchors to secure your furniture to the wall (but never screw anything directly into the TV). 3 Carefully read and understand the manufacturer's instructions and product safety notices. 4 Don't allow children to climb on or play with furniture and television sets. 5 Avoid placing any items on top of... on this hidden hazard of the home with your home. Many homes, in fact, have a television in your family and friends. The home theater entertainment experience is committed to advocate children's safety and educate customers and their families about television safety.
Limited Warranty (U.S. Only)
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... labor charge. Instructions: To obtain warranty service, you . Some states do so for the time periods and as fuses or batteries). Printed in the United States. 4-557-172-03 General Stereo/Hifi Components/Tape Decks ® CD Players/Mini Disc Players/Audio Systems Hifi Audio LIMITED...you may have stored or preserved on how to obtain warranty service for ninety (90) days, whichever is required. Only) Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrants this Limited Warranty will do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or allow limitations on ...
... labor charge. Instructions: To obtain warranty service, you . Some states do so for the time periods and as fuses or batteries). Printed in the United States. 4-557-172-03 General Stereo/Hifi Components/Tape Decks ® CD Players/Mini Disc Players/Audio Systems Hifi Audio LIMITED...you may have stored or preserved on how to obtain warranty service for ninety (90) days, whichever is required. Only) Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrants this Limited Warranty will do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or allow limitations on ...
Operating Instructions
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3-873-757-11(1) DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions DAV-HDX274 ©2008 Sony Corporation
3-873-757-11(1) DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions DAV-HDX274 ©2008 Sony Corporation
Operating Instructions
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... DAV-HDX274 Serial No Date of Manufacture Marking is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one wider than the other apparatus (including amplifiers) that to rain or moisture. However, there is connected. - If this equipment. Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. ...only to the version of this apparatus near any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this product. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. Consult the dealer ...
... DAV-HDX274 Serial No Date of Manufacture Marking is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one wider than the other apparatus (including amplifiers) that to rain or moisture. However, there is connected. - If this equipment. Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. ...only to the version of this apparatus near any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this product. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. Consult the dealer ...
Operating Instructions
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...when the apparatus has been damaged in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of trouble. About This Operating Instructions • The instructions in this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for proper grounding and, in any way, such as ...power-supply cord or plug is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC...
...when the apparatus has been damaged in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of trouble. About This Operating Instructions • The instructions in this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for proper grounding and, in any way, such as ...power-supply cord or plug is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC...
Operating Instructions
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Table of Contents About This Operating Instructions.......... 3 Playable Discs 5 Getting Started Step 1: Positioning the System ...10 Step 2: Connecting the System ...13 Step 3: Performing the Quick Setup 21 Step 4: Enjoying Sound from all the Speakers 24 Sound Adjustment Enjoying Surround Sound...Tuner Presetting Radio Stations 52 Listening to the Radio 53 Control for HDMI/External Audio Device Using the Control for HDMI Function for "BRAVIA" Sync 55 Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter 58 Other Operations Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Room 59 Calibrating the Appropriate Settings...
Table of Contents About This Operating Instructions.......... 3 Playable Discs 5 Getting Started Step 1: Positioning the System ...10 Step 2: Connecting the System ...13 Step 3: Performing the Quick Setup 21 Step 4: Enjoying Sound from all the Speakers 24 Sound Adjustment Enjoying Surround Sound...Tuner Presetting Radio Stations 52 Listening to the Radio 53 Control for HDMI/External Audio Device Using the Control for HDMI Function for "BRAVIA" Sync 55 Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter 58 Other Operations Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Room 59 Calibrating the Appropriate Settings...
Operating Instructions
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... of the disc, or the characteristics of the recording device and authoring software. For more information, refer to the operating instructions for Standardization). Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies are marketed by some that has the adhesive of cellophane tape or ... been correctly finalized. 2)JPEG image files must conform to the DCF image file format. (DCF "Design rule for Camera File system": Image standards for digital cameras regulated by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).) 3)A logical format of files and folders...
... of the disc, or the characteristics of the recording device and authoring software. For more information, refer to the operating instructions for Standardization). Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies are marketed by some that has the adhesive of cellophane tape or ... been correctly finalized. 2)JPEG image files must conform to the DCF image file format. (DCF "Design rule for Camera File system": Image standards for digital cameras regulated by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).) 3)A logical format of files and folders...
Operating Instructions
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...not be authorized by Macrovision, and is prohibited by area restrictions. Use of this system. "BRAVIA" and are trademarks of the unit and will also play on the DVD VIDEO,... DVD or VIDEO CD Some playback operations on the TV screen. Note about playback operations of Sony Corporation. 7US "DTS" and "DTS Digital Surround" are trademarks or registered trademarks of DTS, ...you try to read the operating instructions supplied with Dolby* Digital and Dolby Pro Logic (II) adaptive matrix surround decoder and the DTS** Digital Surround System. * Manufactured under license from Dolby...
...not be authorized by Macrovision, and is prohibited by area restrictions. Use of this system. "BRAVIA" and are trademarks of the unit and will also play on the DVD VIDEO,... DVD or VIDEO CD Some playback operations on the TV screen. Note about playback operations of Sony Corporation. 7US "DTS" and "DTS Digital Surround" are trademarks or registered trademarks of DTS, ...you try to read the operating instructions supplied with Dolby* Digital and Dolby Pro Logic (II) adaptive matrix surround decoder and the DTS** Digital Surround System. * Manufactured under license from Dolby...
Operating Instructions
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Getting Started Getting Started Unpacking • Front speakers (2) and surround speakers (2) • Center speaker (1) • Subwoofer (1) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) or • Remote commander (remote) (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Speaker cords (6, red/white/ green/gray/blue/purple) • Video cord (1) • Calibration mic (1) • HDMI cable (1) • Foot pads (1 set) • AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) • DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (TDM-iP10) (1) • Operating Instructions • Speaker and TV connections (card) 8US
Getting Started Getting Started Unpacking • Front speakers (2) and surround speakers (2) • Center speaker (1) • Subwoofer (1) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) or • Remote commander (remote) (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Speaker cords (6, red/white/ green/gray/blue/purple) • Video cord (1) • Calibration mic (1) • HDMI cable (1) • Foot pads (1 set) • AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) • DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (TDM-iP10) (1) • Operating Instructions • Speaker and TV connections (card) 8US
Operating Instructions
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TV VCR, digital satellite receiver or PlayStation, etc. Connect the components as follows. If the TV does not have multiple audio/video inputs, a switcher will be necessary to the operating instructions of the system through the connected TV. System VCR, digital satellite receiver or PlayStation, etc. :Signal flow Select the component on the TV. For details, refer to receive the sound from more than two components. 18US Getting Started If your TV has multiple audio/video inputs You can enjoy the sound with the speakers of the TV.
TV VCR, digital satellite receiver or PlayStation, etc. Connect the components as follows. If the TV does not have multiple audio/video inputs, a switcher will be necessary to the operating instructions of the system through the connected TV. System VCR, digital satellite receiver or PlayStation, etc. :Signal flow Select the component on the TV. For details, refer to receive the sound from more than two components. 18US Getting Started If your TV has multiple audio/video inputs You can enjoy the sound with the speakers of the TV.
Operating Instructions
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... SETUP] appear. 6 Press X/x to select [PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT)], then press . 7 Press X/x to select the desired setting, then press . [OFF]: The system does not output progressive signals. The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen. 3 Press X/x to select [SETUP], then press . When you need to connect... the TV (page 15), select the type of video output of the system. To select the type of video signal output from the HDMI OUT jack. For details, refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the HDMI cable (supplied), select the type of video signals...
... SETUP] appear. 6 Press X/x to select [PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT)], then press . 7 Press X/x to select the desired setting, then press . [OFF]: The system does not output progressive signals. The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen. 3 Press X/x to select [SETUP], then press . When you need to connect... the TV (page 15), select the type of video output of the system. To select the type of video signal output from the HDMI OUT jack. For details, refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the HDMI cable (supplied), select the type of video signals...
Operating Instructions
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... the disc is not loaded with your disc. MUTING STEP /, / /m/ M/ X VOLUME +/- ./> H x 1 Turn on your TV. 2 Switch the input selector on . The system starts playback (continuous play) of the tray. on the remote or the VOLUME control on the inner circle of the disc whose DISC indicator is... number you play back other discs Press DISC 1-5 (that is set the Control for HDMI function to the system with an HDMI cable (supplied) can be different or restricted. to the operating instructions supplied with a disc) and A and load the disc. Place one disc on the tray. 7 Press ...
... the disc is not loaded with your disc. MUTING STEP /, / /m/ M/ X VOLUME +/- ./> H x 1 Turn on your TV. 2 Switch the input selector on . The system starts playback (continuous play) of the tray. on the remote or the VOLUME control on the inner circle of the disc whose DISC indicator is... number you play back other discs Press DISC 1-5 (that is set the Control for HDMI function to the system with an HDMI cable (supplied) can be different or restricted. to the operating instructions supplied with a disc) and A and load the disc. Place one disc on the tray. 7 Press ...
Operating Instructions
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... select the playback layer. 1 Press DISPLAY while the system is the CD layer [SUPER AUDIO CD] appears. Tip • To play without using the number buttons. 3 Press . 4 Follow the instructions in stop mode to the operating instructions supplied with the disc, as the operating procedure may appear... 1 Start playing a VIDEO CD with the disc. The Control Menu display appears on the VIDEO CD, [Press ENTER] in the operating instructions supplied with PBC functions. To change the layer. • [SUPER AUDIO CD]: You can enjoy simple interactive operations, search functions, and ...
... select the playback layer. 1 Press DISPLAY while the system is the CD layer [SUPER AUDIO CD] appears. Tip • To play without using the number buttons. 3 Press . 4 Follow the instructions in stop mode to the operating instructions supplied with the disc, as the operating procedure may appear... 1 Start playing a VIDEO CD with the disc. The Control Menu display appears on the VIDEO CD, [Press ENTER] in the operating instructions supplied with PBC functions. To change the layer. • [SUPER AUDIO CD]: You can enjoy simple interactive operations, search functions, and ...
Operating Instructions
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... does not have an HDMI jack. ONE-TOUCH TV THEATER PLAY BRAVIA Sync Note • Depending on the system's remote for HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface). Easy Setting function, you can set to the operating instructions supplied with the "BRAVIA" Sync function only. The Control for HDMI function. ... for operating the TV, such as below: - Theater Mode (page 56) - Easy Setting function. For details of the setting of the TV. Refer to off). 55US By connecting Sony components that the signal from the system through the HDMI input appears on TVs with the component...
... does not have an HDMI jack. ONE-TOUCH TV THEATER PLAY BRAVIA Sync Note • Depending on the system's remote for HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface). Easy Setting function, you can set to the operating instructions supplied with the "BRAVIA" Sync function only. The Control for HDMI function. ... for operating the TV, such as below: - Theater Mode (page 56) - Easy Setting function. For details of the setting of the TV. Refer to off). 55US By connecting Sony components that the signal from the system through the HDMI input appears on TVs with the component...
Operating Instructions
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..., the system turns off 1 Press FUNCTION +/- The options for [SETUP] appear. 4 Press X/x to select the setting, then press . • [OFF]: Off. • [ON]: On. The options for TV power. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. • Depending on the status...other than "DVD" or "TV/VIDEO" function, or 56US Watching DVD by using the System Power Off function, set for movies and the sound is output from the system's speaker automatically by pressing THEATER. You select the "DVD" function by pressing the disc tray. - Starts playing the ...
..., the system turns off 1 Press FUNCTION +/- The options for [SETUP] appear. 4 Press X/x to select the setting, then press . • [OFF]: Off. • [ON]: On. The options for TV power. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. • Depending on the status...other than "DVD" or "TV/VIDEO" function, or 56US Watching DVD by using the System Power Off function, set for movies and the sound is output from the system's speaker automatically by pressing THEATER. You select the "DVD" function by pressing the disc tray. - Starts playing the ...
Operating Instructions
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...of the TV to "TV/ VIDEO," TV sound is output from the system speakers automatically. • You can control the system's volume by pressing THEATER, loud sound may not turn the system off automatically. To use the System Audio Control function as follows: • While you are watching the ... "TV/VIDEO" function, the System Audio Control function is minimized automatically. You can enjoy TV sound in this by easy operation. Enjoying TV sound from the TV speakers. Depending on before PAP mode. • If you set to the operating instructions of the TV speakers is activated...
...of the TV to "TV/ VIDEO," TV sound is output from the system speakers automatically. • You can control the system's volume by pressing THEATER, loud sound may not turn the system off automatically. To use the System Audio Control function as follows: • While you are watching the ... "TV/VIDEO" function, the System Audio Control function is minimized automatically. You can enjoy TV sound in this by easy operation. Enjoying TV sound from the TV speakers. Depending on before PAP mode. • If you set to the operating instructions of the TV speakers is activated...
Operating Instructions
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...PORT adapter. • Do not connect or disconnect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to operate a connected component using either the buttons on the system or connected TV. Select "A.F.D. To cancel, select other than TDM-iP10 is for "DEC. repeatedly until "DMPORT" appears in the front panel...adapter other compressed music using a portable audio source, you may be used in each area. Tip • When listening to the operating instructions of the connected component. MODE" (page 26). The sound and images from the connected component on connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter,...
...PORT adapter. • Do not connect or disconnect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to operate a connected component using either the buttons on the system or connected TV. Select "A.F.D. To cancel, select other than TDM-iP10 is for "DEC. repeatedly until "DMPORT" appears in the front panel...adapter other compressed music using a portable audio source, you may be used in each area. Tip • When listening to the operating instructions of the connected component. MODE" (page 26). The sound and images from the connected component on connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter,...
Operating Instructions
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...selected. The angles cannot be changed . • The DVD prohibits changing the subtitles. Press CLEAR to the operating instructions supplied with the disc. The system starts playing the disc automatically. • The DVD features an auto playback function. The subtitle language cannot be •...• Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD being played. A disc cannot be ejected and • Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Playback stops automatically. • Some discs may not be able to perform some functions such as [*]. The ...
...selected. The angles cannot be changed . • The DVD prohibits changing the subtitles. Press CLEAR to the operating instructions supplied with the disc. The system starts playing the disc automatically. • The DVD features an auto playback function. The subtitle language cannot be •...• Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD being played. A disc cannot be ejected and • Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Playback stops automatically. • Some discs may not be able to perform some functions such as [*]. The ...
Operating Instructions
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...8226; For details, see "Using the Control for HDMI Function for "BRAVIA" Sync" (page 55). 74US No sound is connected securely. • Check the connected component's setting for the Control for HDMI function. system and TV while using the • Make sure that the connected TV ... with the [CONTROL FOR HDMI] function. • Check that the connected component is compatible with the System Audio Control System Audio Control function. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the component. • If you change the HDMI connection, connect and disconnect the AC power...
...8226; For details, see "Using the Control for HDMI Function for "BRAVIA" Sync" (page 55). 74US No sound is connected securely. • Check the connected component's setting for the Control for HDMI function. system and TV while using the • Make sure that the connected TV ... with the [CONTROL FOR HDMI] function. • Check that the connected component is compatible with the System Audio Control System Audio Control function. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the component. • If you change the HDMI connection, connect and disconnect the AC power...