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... Laboratories. and are used as those on the remote. • The Control Menu items may vary depending on the remote. Reverse engineering or disassembly is a trademark of...COM Copyrights This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is a trademark of Sony Corporation. "BRAVIA" is protected by U.S. DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered trademarks...file compression technology, developed by DivX, Inc. (Except for North American models). This system incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMITM) technology. DivX® is underlined. "S-AIR...
... Laboratories. and are used as those on the remote. • The Control Menu items may vary depending on the remote. Reverse engineering or disassembly is a trademark of...COM Copyrights This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is a trademark of Sony Corporation. "BRAVIA" is protected by U.S. DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered trademarks...file compression technology, developed by DivX, Inc. (Except for North American models). This system incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMITM) technology. DivX® is underlined. "S-AIR...
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... Delay Between the Picture and Sound 56 Restricting Playback of the Disc........... 57 Changing the System Settings by Using the Setup Display 59 Tuner Presetting Radio Stations 67 Listening to the Radio... 68 Control for HDMI/External Audio Device Using the Control for HDMI Function for "BRAVIA" Sync 70 Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter 73 Using an S-AIR Product 74 Other ...for a Room 80 Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically 81 Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote 82 Using the Sound Effect 83 Selecting the Effect to Suit the Source 84 Enjoying Multiplex ...
... Delay Between the Picture and Sound 56 Restricting Playback of the Disc........... 57 Changing the System Settings by Using the Setup Display 59 Tuner Presetting Radio Stations 67 Listening to the Radio... 68 Control for HDMI/External Audio Device Using the Control for HDMI Function for "BRAVIA" Sync 70 Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter 73 Using an S-AIR Product 74 Other ...for a Room 80 Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically 81 Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote 82 Using the Sound Effect 83 Selecting the Effect to Suit the Source 84 Enjoying Multiplex ...
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... Disc (DVD) • Calibration mic (1) • AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) 10GB and Australian models • DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (TDM-iP20) (1) • Subwoofer (1) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Operating Instructions for the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (TDM-iP20) For U.S. Getting Started Getting Started Unpacking DAV-HDX285 •...
... Disc (DVD) • Calibration mic (1) • AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) 10GB and Australian models • DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (TDM-iP20) (1) • Subwoofer (1) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Operating Instructions for the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (TDM-iP20) For U.S. Getting Started Getting Started Unpacking DAV-HDX285 •...
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...; Posts (2) or • Bases (2) • Speaker cords (6, red/white/ green/gray/blue/purple) • Screws (black) (4) • Video cord (1) • Screws (with washer) (4) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Operating Instructions • Quick Setup Guide • Setup Disc (DVD) • DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (TDM-iP20) (1) • Calibration...
...; Posts (2) or • Bases (2) • Speaker cords (6, red/white/ green/gray/blue/purple) • Screws (black) (4) • Video cord (1) • Screws (with washer) (4) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Operating Instructions • Quick Setup Guide • Setup Disc (DVD) • DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (TDM-iP20) (1) • Calibration...
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...) (1) • Foot pads (1 set) or • Posts (4) • Speaker cords (6, red/white/ green/gray/blue/purple) • Bases (4) • Video cord (1) • Screws (black) (8) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • Screws (with washer) (8) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Operating Instructions • Quick Setup Guide • Setup Disc (DVD) 12GB
...) (1) • Foot pads (1 set) or • Posts (4) • Speaker cords (6, red/white/ green/gray/blue/purple) • Bases (4) • Video cord (1) • Screws (black) (8) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • Screws (with washer) (8) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Operating Instructions • Quick Setup Guide • Setup Disc (DVD) 12GB
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... an extremely hot or humid place. • Do not use a new battery with an old one. • Do not drop any foreign object into the remote Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching the 3 and # ends on the unit. Doing so may cause a malfunction. • If you do not... intend to use the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion. 13GB To use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to the markings inside the compartment.
... an extremely hot or humid place. • Do not use a new battery with an old one. • Do not drop any foreign object into the remote Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching the 3 and # ends on the unit. Doing so may cause a malfunction. • If you do not... intend to use the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion. 13GB To use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to the markings inside the compartment.
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... connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) of the wall outlet (mains) differs depending on the area. The system menu turns off the demonstration simply by pressing [/1 on the remote (except for U.S. Wall outlet (mains): The shape of the unit to a wall outlet (mains), connect all the... speakers to the unit. Tip • When you purchase the system new, or if the system is made. 6 Press SYSTEM MENU. Setting the demonstration mode to...
... connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) of the wall outlet (mains) differs depending on the area. The system menu turns off the demonstration simply by pressing [/1 on the remote (except for U.S. Wall outlet (mains): The shape of the unit to a wall outlet (mains), connect all the... speakers to the unit. Tip • When you purchase the system new, or if the system is made. 6 Press SYSTEM MENU. Setting the demonstration mode to...
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... playback (continuous play) of the tray. The volume level appears on the TV screen and in the front panel display. Unless the system is set the Control for "BRAVIA" Sync" (page 70). 40GB When no disc is green. Perform next Step while "*DISC-1* (e.g., 2-5)" flashes. 5 Press Z on the unit to "DVD," press... the disc number you set to open the disc tray, and place a disc on the tray. x To load other discs Press DISC SKIP on the remote or DISC 15 on . to load the disc. Note • When you want. Disc tray DISC SKIP Z N FUNCTION Connect headphones "/1 FUNCTION +/- Refer ...
... playback (continuous play) of the tray. The volume level appears on the TV screen and in the front panel display. Unless the system is set the Control for "BRAVIA" Sync" (page 70). 40GB When no disc is green. Perform next Step while "*DISC-1* (e.g., 2-5)" flashes. 5 Press Z on the unit to "DVD," press... the disc number you set to open the disc tray, and place a disc on the tray. x To load other discs Press DISC SKIP on the remote or DISC 15 on . to load the disc. Note • When you want. Disc tray DISC SKIP Z N FUNCTION Connect headphones "/1 FUNCTION +/- Refer ...
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... the [CONNECTION] setting does not return to [YES] in sequence while adjusting the level. When you select one time, turn the VOLUME control on the remote. • To return to [OFF] after adjusting the speaker level. [SUBWOOFER] +2.0 dB: Set the subwoofer level. * This item appears when you set [CENTER] to +6.0 dB...
... the [CONNECTION] setting does not return to [YES] in sequence while adjusting the level. When you select one time, turn the VOLUME control on the remote. • To return to [OFF] after adjusting the speaker level. [SUBWOOFER] +2.0 dB: Set the subwoofer level. * This item appears when you set [CENTER] to +6.0 dB...
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...Control for HDMI function. If the TV is not compatible with the "BRAVIA" Sync function only. For details of the system settings, see "Controlling the TV with an HDMI cable. 2 Turn on...HDMI function of the system and TV manually. 1 Make sure that are connected with the Supplied Remote" (page 82) and refer to the operating instructions of the system and TV. System Power Off (page 71...HDMI Function for HDMI - By connecting Sony components that the system and the TV are compatible with the component. • The Control for HDMI function of the TV. Theater/Theatre Mode (page 71) - ...
...Control for HDMI function. If the TV is not compatible with the "BRAVIA" Sync function only. For details of the system settings, see "Controlling the TV with an HDMI cable. 2 Turn on...HDMI function of the system and TV manually. 1 Make sure that are connected with the Supplied Remote" (page 82) and refer to the operating instructions of the system and TV. System Power Off (page 71...HDMI Function for HDMI - By connecting Sony components that the system and the TV are compatible with the component. • The Control for HDMI function of the TV. Theater/Theatre Mode (page 71) - ...
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...while the system is output from the system's speakers automatically by using the POWER button on the TV's remote or TV [/1 on the system's remote, the system turns off automatically. The Setup Display appears. 5 Press X/x to the operating instructions of the TV. • Depending on the area. The system and ...TV work when you set the function for TV power. Enjoying TV sound from the system speakers, and the volume of the system is set for movies, and sound is in sync with the Theater/ Theatre Mode, you turn off automatically. The options for [SETUP] appear. 4 Press ...
...while the system is output from the system's speakers automatically by using the POWER button on the TV's remote or TV [/1 on the system's remote, the system turns off automatically. The Setup Display appears. 5 Press X/x to the operating instructions of the TV. • Depending on the area. The system and ...TV work when you set the function for TV power. Enjoying TV sound from the system speakers, and the volume of the system is set for movies, and sound is in sync with the Theater/ Theatre Mode, you turn off automatically. The options for [SETUP] appear. 4 Press ...
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... function does not work . Note • While the TV is in PAP (picture and picture) mode, the System Audio Control function will not work . You can control the system's volume by pressing THEATER/THEATRE*), loud sound may be output depending on the volume level of the... system. However, 72GB VIDEO," TV sound is output from the system speakers automatically. • While you change the output method of the TV to the system speakers via the TV menu (or by the remote...
... function does not work . Note • While the TV is in PAP (picture and picture) mode, the System Audio Control function will not work . You can control the system's volume by pressing THEATER/THEATRE*), loud sound may be output depending on the volume level of the... system. However, 72GB VIDEO," TV sound is output from the system speakers automatically. • While you change the output method of the TV to the system speakers via the TV menu (or by the remote...
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...Audio Device Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) adapter is turned on the remote or the unit. Tip • Depending on the system. The sound and images from the connected component on the type of buttons that can enjoy sound from...supplied) at the same time, transmission distance between the Bluetooth transmitter and Bluetooth Wireless Audio Adapter may be used in this case, the system outputs the composite video signal only, regardless of the type of the connected component. Note • Depending on connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA...
...Audio Device Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) adapter is turned on the remote or the unit. Tip • Depending on the system. The sound and images from the connected component on the type of buttons that can enjoy sound from...supplied) at the same time, transmission distance between the Bluetooth transmitter and Bluetooth Wireless Audio Adapter may be used in this case, the system outputs the composite video signal only, regardless of the type of the connected component. Note • Depending on connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA...
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...S-AIR receiver while unit functions do not change. 4 Press . For details of the S-AIR receiver, refer to 2 channel. To set "S-AIR MODE" via the remote Press S-AIR MODE. When "TUNER FM" or "TUNER AM" is set on the S-AIR receiver. x When "PARTY" is not inserted in the unit, "S-...placed in the front panel display, then press or c. Note • When the sound is other than 2 channel stereo, multichannel sound is made. 5 Press SYSTEM MENU. The setting is downmixed to the operating instructions of the S-AIR receiver. S-AIR main unit (This unit) ID A Other S-AIR main unit ID B...
...S-AIR receiver while unit functions do not change. 4 Press . For details of the S-AIR receiver, refer to 2 channel. To set "S-AIR MODE" via the remote Press S-AIR MODE. When "TUNER FM" or "TUNER AM" is set on the S-AIR receiver. x When "PARTY" is not inserted in the unit, "S-...placed in the front panel display, then press or c. Note • When the sound is other than 2 channel stereo, multichannel sound is made. 5 Press SYSTEM MENU. The setting is downmixed to the operating instructions of the S-AIR receiver. S-AIR main unit (This unit) ID A Other S-AIR main unit ID B...
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...to the operating instructions of the system. Enjoying the S-AIR receiver while the unit is in standby mode For the S-AIR receiver You can control the system from neighbors. The default setting differs depending on the remote and unit. However, neighbors may also receive your system's sound if IDs are the ...same, or you turn the system off . Change the function of the S-AIR receiver....
...to the operating instructions of the system. Enjoying the S-AIR receiver while the unit is in standby mode For the S-AIR receiver You can control the system from neighbors. The default setting differs depending on the remote and unit. However, neighbors may also receive your system's sound if IDs are the ...same, or you turn the system off . Change the function of the S-AIR receiver....
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...current display. TV INPUT Switch the TV's input source between the TV and other than TV [/1, THEATER/THEATRE*, TV INPUT, and TV VOL +/-) while pressing the TV button. * The button name... the TV sound temporarily. Note • While the Auto Calibration function is working, do not operate the system. • The measurement for [SUBWOOFER] is not OK. MENU* Display the menu of the TV. Use...the TV button. 82GB By pressing You can control the TV (Sony only) by using the following buttons. Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote You can TV [/1 Turn the TV on the menu. *...
...current display. TV INPUT Switch the TV's input source between the TV and other than TV [/1, THEATER/THEATRE*, TV INPUT, and TV VOL +/-) while pressing the TV button. * The button name... the TV sound temporarily. Note • While the Auto Calibration function is working, do not operate the system. • The measurement for [SUBWOOFER] is not OK. MENU* Display the menu of the TV. Use...the TV button. 82GB By pressing You can control the TV (Sony only) by using the following buttons. Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote You can TV [/1 Turn the TV on the menu. *...
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...) jacks do not accept audio signals). • The HDMI OUT jack does not output Super Audio CD sound. • Try the following: 1 Turn the system off and on again. 2 Turn the connected component off and on again. 3 Disconnect and then connect the HDMI cable again. sound track of the center...sure the unit is no sound. • The speaker cord is not connected securely. • Press MUTING on the remote if "MUTING ON" is displayed in the front panel display. • The system is in pause mode or in Dolby Digital or MPEG audio format. hear when you play mode. • Fast...
...) jacks do not accept audio signals). • The HDMI OUT jack does not output Super Audio CD sound. • Try the following: 1 Turn the system off and on again. 2 Turn the connected component off and on again. 3 Disconnect and then connect the HDMI cable again. sound track of the center...sure the unit is no sound. • The speaker cord is not connected securely. • Press MUTING on the remote if "MUTING ON" is displayed in the front panel display. • The system is in pause mode or in Dolby Digital or MPEG audio format. hear when you play mode. • Fast...
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... on for about half an hour. The remote does not function. • There are obstacles between the remote and the unit. • The distance between the remote and the unit is too far. • The remote is not MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 data. • The system cannot play audio tracks in MP3PRO format. ... DATA DVD is no sound from the surround speakers. Remove the disc and leave the unit turned on the unit. • The batteries in the remote are reduced). • Check the [MEDIA] setting (page 53). 95GB Preset the stations (page 67). There is no disc inserted. • The...
... on for about half an hour. The remote does not function. • There are obstacles between the remote and the unit. • The distance between the remote and the unit is too far. • The remote is not MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 data. • The system cannot play audio tracks in MP3PRO format. ... DATA DVD is no sound from the surround speakers. Remove the disc and leave the unit turned on the unit. • The batteries in the remote are reduced). • Check the [MEDIA] setting (page 53). 95GB Preset the stations (page 67). There is no disc inserted. • The...
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... on the DVD being played. cannot be changed. • Multi-angles are displayed as stop , press x on the unit or the remote and then start playing from the wall outlet (mains), then reconnect after several minutes. 96GB The angles cannot be changed . • The...Sony service facility. Symptom Remedy The video file cannot be • Multilingual subtitles are not displayed correctly. The titles of folder/file/file name • The system can only display numbers and letters of these functions before playing a disc. • Resume Play has been selected. The system...
... on the DVD being played. cannot be changed. • Multi-angles are displayed as stop , press x on the unit or the remote and then start playing from the wall outlet (mains), then reconnect after several minutes. 96GB The angles cannot be changed . • The...Sony service facility. Symptom Remedy The video file cannot be • Multilingual subtitles are not displayed correctly. The titles of folder/file/file name • The system can only display numbers and letters of these functions before playing a disc. • Resume Play has been selected. The system...
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Front panel A "/1 (on/standby) (33, 89) B DISC 1-5 buttons/indicators (40) C Front panel display (109) D (remote sensor) (13) E MOVIE/MUSIC indicator (84) F VOLUME control (40) G DMPORT BOOSTER (83) H PHONES jack (40) I AUDIO IN/A.CAL MIC jack (29, 33, 81) J FUNCTION (36) K Play operation buttons (40) L Z (open/close) (40) M Disc tray (40) Additional Information 107GB Index to Parts and Control For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.
Front panel A "/1 (on/standby) (33, 89) B DISC 1-5 buttons/indicators (40) C Front panel display (109) D (remote sensor) (13) E MOVIE/MUSIC indicator (84) F VOLUME control (40) G DMPORT BOOSTER (83) H PHONES jack (40) I AUDIO IN/A.CAL MIC jack (29, 33, 81) J FUNCTION (36) K Play operation buttons (40) L Z (open/close) (40) M Disc tray (40) Additional Information 107GB Index to Parts and Control For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.