2-895-962-11(2)
DVD Home Theatre
System
Operating Instructions
DAV-HDX500/HDX501W
©2007 Sony Corporation
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11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
Precautions
On power sources
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
• The unit is not disconnected from the AC power
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall
outlet (mains), even if the unit itself has been turned
off.
• Install this system so that the AC power cord (mains)
can be unplugged from the wall socket immediately
in the event of trouble.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
Welcome!
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
Thank you for purchasing Sony DVD Home
Theatre System. Before operating this system,
please read this manual thoroughly and retain it
for future reference.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system
installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in
particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building, as
close to the point of cable entry as practical.
XM is a registered trademark of XM Satellite
Radio Inc.
This product is manufactured under license from
Neural Audio Corporation.
Sony Corporation hereby grants the user a non-
exclusive, non-transferable, limited license right
to use this product under the US and foreign
patents pending and other related technology
owned by Neural Audio Corporation.
“Neural” and “Neural Audio” and “Neural
Surround” are trademarks of Neural Audio
Corporation.
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Table of Contents
This System Can Play the Following
Discs .................................................6
Resuming Playback from the Point Where
You Stopped the Disc..................... 47
Step 1: Assembling
the Speakers............................10
Step 2: Connecting the System and
Step 4: Performing the Quick
Selecting [ORIGINAL] or [PLAY LIST]
on a DVD-R/DVD-RW.................. 54
Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture
and Sound....................................... 57
About MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG
Image Files..................................... 58
Playing DATA CDs or DATA DVDs with
Files................................................ 60
Playing Audio Tracks and Images as a
Slide Show with Sound .................. 62
Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC Functions
(Ver.2.0) ......................................... 64
Enjoying the Radio or Other
Components ............................39
Enjoying TV or VCR Sound from All
Speakers ..................................40
Selecting the Movie or Music
Mode.........................................41
Enjoying Surround Sound by Using Sound
Field................................................42
Searching for a Particular Point on
a Disc ..............................................45
(Scan, Slow-motion Play, Freeze
Frame)
Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track/
Scene, etc........................................46
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Controlling the TV with the Supplied
Remote............................................72
Using the THEATRE SYNC
(When letters/numbers appear in
Function..........................................73
Changing the Brightness of the Front
Panel Display..................................76
Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
Adapter ...........................................77
the display)
(CUSTOM PARENTAL
CONTROL)
Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a
Room ..............................................82
Calibrating the Appropriate Settings
Automatically .................................84
Setting the Display or Sound Track
Language ........................................88
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About This Manual
This System Can Play the
Following Discs
• The instructions in this manual describe the
controls on the remote. You can also use the
controls on the unit if they have the same or
similar names as those on the remote.
• The instructions in this manual are for DAV-
HDX500 and DAV-HDX501W. DAV-
HDX500 is the model used for illustration
purposes. Any difference in operation is
clearly indicated in the text, for example,
“DAV-HDX500 only.”
Format of
Disc logo
discs
DVD VIDEO
DVD-RW/
DVD-R
• The Control Menu items may vary depending
on the area.
DVD+RW/
DVD+R
• “DVD” may be used as a general term for
DVD VIDEOs, DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, and
DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs.
• Measurements are expressed in feet (ft) for
North American models.
• The following symbols are used in this
manual.
Symbol
Meaning
VIDEO CD
(Ver. 1.1 and
2.0 discs)/
Functions available for DVD
VIDEOs, DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs in
video mode, and DVD+Rs/
DVD+RWs
Audio CD
CD-RW/CD-R
(audio data)
(MP3 files)
Functions available for DVD-Rs/
DVD-RWs in VR (Video
Recording) mode
(JPEG files)
Functions available for VIDEO
CDs (including Super VCDs or CD-
Rs/CD-RWs in video CD format or
Super VCD format)
Functions available for music CDs
or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD
format
“DVD-RW,” “DVD+RW,” “DVD+R,”
“DVD VIDEO,” and the “CD” logos are trademarks.
Functions available for DATA CDs
(CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs)
containing MP3* audio tracks and
JPEG image files
Note about CDs/DVDs
The system can play CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-
RWs recorded in the following formats:
Functions available for DATA
DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD-Rs/
DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs)
containing MP3* audio tracks and
JPEG image files
– audio CD format
– VIDEO CD format
– MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files of
format conforming to ISO 9660 Level 1/
Level 2, or its extended format, Joliet
* MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format
defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio
data.
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The system can play DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/
DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs recorded in the
following formats:
Music discs encoded with
copyright protection
technologies
– MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files of
format conforming to UDF (Universal Disc
Format)
This product is designed to play back discs that
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
Recently, various music discs encoded with
copyright protection technologies are marketed
by some record companies. Please be aware that
among those discs, there are some that do not
conform to the CD standard and may not be
playable by this product.
Example of discs that the
system cannot play
The system cannot play the following discs:
• CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those
recorded in the formats listed on page 6
• CD-ROMs recorded in PHOTO CD format
• Data part of CD-Extras
Note on DualDiscs
A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which
mates DVD recorded material on one side with
digital audio material on the other side.
However, since the audio material side does not
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard,
playback on this product is not guaranteed.
• DVD Audios
• Super Audio CD
• DATA DVDs that do not contain MP3 audio
tracks or JPEG image files
• DVD-RAMs
About Multi Session CD
Also, the system cannot play the following
discs:
• This system can play Multi Session CDs when
an MP3 audio track is contained in the first
session. Any subsequent MP3 audio tracks
recorded in later sessions can also be played
back.
• A DVD VIDEO with a different region code
• A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g.,
card, heart)
• A disc with paper or stickers on it
• A disc that has the adhesive of cellophane tape
or a sticker still left on it
• This system can play Multi Session CDs when
a JPEG image file is contained in the first
session. Any subsequent JPEG image files
recorded in later sessions can also be played
back.
Notes about CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/
DVD-RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW
• If audio tracks and images in music CD format
or video CD format are recorded in the first
session, only the first session will be played
back.
In some cases, CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-
RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW cannot be played on
this system due to the recording quality or
physical condition of the disc, or the
characteristics of the recording device and
authoring software.
The disc will not play if it has not been correctly
finalized. For more information, see the
operating instructions for the recording device.
Note that some playback functions may not
work with some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, even if
they have been correctly finalized. In this case,
view the disc by normal playback. Also some
DATA CDs/DATA DVDs created in Packet
Write format cannot be played.
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Region code
Your system has a region code printed on the
rear of the unit and will only play DVDs labeled
with the same region code.
ALL
DVD VIDEOs labeled
system.
will also play on this
If you try to play any other DVD VIDEO, the
message [Playback prohibited by area
limitations.] will appear on the TV screen.
Depending on the DVD VIDEO, no region code
indication may be given even though playing the
DVD VIDEO is prohibited by area restrictions.
Note about playback
operations of DVDs and
VIDEO CDs
Some playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO
CDs may be intentionally set by software
producers. Since this system plays DVDs and
VIDEO CDs according to the disc contents the
software producers designed, some playback
features may not be available. Be sure to read the
operating instructions supplied with the DVDs
or VIDEO CDs.
Copyrights
This product incorporates copyright protection
technology that is protected by U.S. patents and
other intellectual property rights. Use of this
copyright protection technology must be
authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for
home and other limited viewing uses only unless
otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
This system incorporates with Dolby* Digital
and Dolby Pro Logic (II) adaptive matrix
surround decoder and the DTS** Digital
Surround System.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
**Manufactured under license from DTS, Inc.
“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered
trademarks of DTS, Inc.
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Getting Started – BASIC –
See Unpacking in Specifications, page 101.
Inserting batteries 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 batteries to the markings inside the compartment. To use the remote, point it
at the remote sensor on the unit.
Note
• Do not leave the remote in 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 casing, particularly when replacing the batteries.
• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting apparatus. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
• If you do not intend to use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage
from battery leakage and corrosion.
Attaching the foot pads to the subwoofer
Attach the supplied foot pads to the bottom of the subwoofer to stabilize the subwoofer and prevent it
from slipping.
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Step 1: Assembling the Speakers
Before connecting the speakers, attach the speaker stand to the speaker.
(For the front speakers.)
Note
• Spread a cloth on the floor to avoid damaging the floor.
Tip
Use the screws illustrated below.
Screw (small, black)
Screw (small, silver)
Screw (large, with
washer)
1
Thread the speaker cord through the hole on the base and post.
Be careful with the orientation of the post. Thread the speaker cord into the end of the post that has
2 holes.
About the speaker cord
The connector and color tube of the speaker cords are the same color as the label of the jacks to be
connected.
Use the speaker cords as follows:
• Front speaker (L): White
• Front speaker (R): Red
DAV-HDX500
Post (short)
Bottom of the base
2 holes
,
Speaker cord
Top of the base (large)
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DAV-HDX501W
Post (long)
Bottom of the base
2 holes
,
Speaker cord
Top of the base (small)
2
Attach the post cover to the other end of the post.
Orient the slot toward you, attach the post cover so that the slot of the post engages with the tab of
the post cover, then secure with the screw.
Thread the speaker cord through
the hole of the post cover.
Speaker cord
,
,
Hole
Post cover
Upper part of the
post
Screw (small, black)
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Lay the post in the slot of the speaker, slide the post to the end of the slot, then secure
the post with the mounting plate and screws.
Select the speaker whose color of the jack on the rear panel of speaker matches the color tube of
the speaker cord.
DAV-HDX500
Post cover
Be careful the
orientation of the
post cover when
placing the post.
Secure 2 screws (large, with
washer) in criss-cross pattern.
,
Rear of the speaker
Mounting plate
DAV-HDX501W
Post cover
Be careful the
orientation of the
post cover when
placing the post.
Secure 2 screws (large, with
washer) in criss-cross pattern.
,
Rear of the speaker
Mounting plate
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When securing the mounting plate, position the mounting plate depending on the desired height of
the speaker.
DAV-HDX500
Low position
High position
DAV-HDX501W
Low position
High position
After attaching the post to the base, you can adjust the height of the speaker.
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4
Connect the speaker cords to the speaker.
Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate terminal on the components: 3 to 3, and #
to #.
DAV-HDX500
Color tube
Front speaker (L): White
Front speaker (R): Red
Rear of the speaker
DAV-HDX501W
Color tube
Front speaker (L): White
Front speaker (R): Red
Rear of the speaker
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5
Attach the post to the base.
Insert the post so that the slit on the lower part of the post aligns with the projection of the base,
then secure the post with the 2 screws.
DAV-HDX500
Post
Slit
,
Projection
Base
Screws
(small, silver)
DAV-HDX501W
Post
Slit
,
Projection
Base
Screws
(small, silver)
Note
• Make sure that the slot on the post aligns with the projection of the base by rotating the post slightly.
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Adjust the height of the speaker.
Loosen (but do not remove) the screws, adjust the height of the speaker, then secure the screws.
Adjust the speaker of one side, then adjust another speaker by checking lines as a guide.
Note
• When adjusting the height of the speaker, grasp the speaker so that the speaker does not fall.
DAV-HDX500
Lines
Post
,
In addition to the screws
secured in Step 3, secure
2 more screws. (Secure 4
screws in total.)
Loosen 2 screws.
DAV-HDX501W
Lines
,
Post
In addition to the screws
secured in Step 3, secure
2 more screws. (Secure 4
screws in total.)
Loosen 2 screws.
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Take up any speaker cord slack.
DAV-HDX500
Take up slack in the speaker cord by pulling from the bottom of the base and hook the speaker cord
in the cord clamp.
Cord clamp
,
Secure the speaker cord by
running it through the slot.
Bottom of the base
Adjust the length of the cord.
DAV-HDX501W
Take up slack in the speaker cord by pulling from the bottom of the base.
Secure the speaker cord by
running it through the slot.
Adjust the length of the cord.
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Fully-assembled illustration
DAV-HDX500
Front speaker (R):
Red label
Front speaker (L):
White label
White
Red
DAV-HDX501W
Front speaker (R):
Red label
Front speaker (L):
White label
White
Red
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Step 2: Connecting the System and TV
The following is the basic connection of the unit to the speakers and TV. For other TV connections, see
To accept progressive signals, see page 32.
Refer to the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from 1 to 4 on the
following pages.
DAV-HDX500
Front speaker (R)
Front speaker (L)
Center speaker
FM wire antenna
(aerial)
AM loop antenna (aerial)
DIR-TC1
AM
SAT/CABLE
VIDEO IN
COMPONENT VIDEO IN
R
AUDIO IN
L
L
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
Y
Y
P
B/CB
P
R/CR
DIGITAL
IN
S
VIDEO
FM
75
(DVD ONLY)
SAT/CABLE
COAXIAL
FRONT
R
FRONT
SPEAKER
L
SUR
R
SUR
L
ANTENNA
VIDEO
P
B/CB
P
R/CR
R
AUDIO IN
TV
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
MONITOR OUT
OUT
XM
DMPORT1
DMPORT2
(DVD ONLY)
CENTER
WOOFER
SPEAKER
AC power cord (mains lead)
A
B
VIDEO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
L
Subwoofer
R
TV
Surround speaker (L)
Surround speaker (R)
:Signal flow
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DAV-HDX501W
Front speaker (L)
Front speaker (R)
Center speaker
FM wire antenna
(aerial)
AM loop antenna (aerial)
DIR-TC1
AM
SAT/CABLE
VIDEO IN
COMPONENT VIDEO IN
R
AUDIO IN
L
L
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
Y
Y
P
B/CB
P
R/CR
DIGITAL
IN
S
VIDEO
FM
75
(DVD ONLY)
SAT/CABLE
COAXIAL
FRONT
R
FRONT
SPEAKER
L
SUR
R
SUR
L
ANTENNA
VIDEO
P
B/CB
P
R/CR
R
AUDIO IN
TV
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
MONITOR OUT
OUT
XM
DMPORT1
DMPORT2
(DVD ONLY)
CENTER
WOOFER
SPEAKER
AC power cord (mains lead)
B
A
TV
VIDEO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
L
R
Subwoofer
Surround speaker (L)
Surround speaker (R)
:Signal flow
Tip
• When you install the wireless kit WAHT-SD1 (supplied with DAV-HDX501W only) in the DIR-TC1 slot, you can
enjoy wireless performance. For details, see “Connecting Other Components” (page 34) and the operating
instructions of the WAHT-SD1.
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1 Connecting the Speakers
Required cords
The connector and color tube of the speaker cords are the same color as the label of the jacks to be
connected.
Color tube
To the SPEAKER jack
(+)
(–)
Note
• Do not catch the speaker cord insulation in the SPEAKER jack.
To avoid short-circuiting the speakers
Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage the system. To prevent this, be sure to follow these
precautions when connecting the speakers. Make sure the bare wire of each speaker cord does not touch
another speaker terminal or the bare wire of another speaker cord, such as shown below.
Stripped speaker cord is touching
another speaker terminal.
Stripped cords are touching each other
due to excessive removal of insulation.
After connecting all the components, speakers, and AC power cord (mains lead), output a test tone to
check that all the speakers are connected correctly. For details on outputting a test tone, see page 93.
If no sound is heard from a speaker while outputting a test tone, or a test tone is output from a speaker
other than the one currently displayed on the Setup Display, the speaker may be short-circuited. If this
happens, check the speaker connection again.
Note
• Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate terminal on the components: 3 to 3, and # to #. If the cords
are reversed, the sound will lack bass and may be distorted.
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2 Connecting the TV
Required cords
A Video cord
.
Yellow
B Audio cord (not supplied)
White (L/audio)
Red (R/audio)
Tip
• When you want to output the TV sound or stereo sound of a 2 channel source from the 6 speakers, select the “Dolby
3 Connecting the Antenna (Aerial)
To connect the AM loop antenna (aerial)
The shape and the length of the antenna (aerial) is designed to receive AM signals. Do not dismantle
or roll up the antenna (aerial).
1
2
Remove only the loop part from the plastic stand.
Set up the AM loop antenna (aerial).
3
Connect the cords to the AM antenna (aerial) terminals.
Cord (A) or cord (B) can be connected to either terminal.
A
Insert the cord pushing
down the terminal clamp.
B
Insert until this
part.
Note
• Do not place the AM loop antenna (aerial) near the unit or other AV equipment, as noise may result.
Tip
• Adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna (aerial) for best AM broadcast sound.
4
Make sure the AM loop antenna (aerial) is connected firmly by pulling softly.
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To connect the FM wire antenna (aerial)
Connect the FM wire antenna (aerial) to the FM 75 Ω COAXIAL jack.
FM wire antenna (aerial)
(supplied)
FM wire antenna (aerial)
(supplied)
or
FM 75 Ω COAXIAL jack
FM 75 Ω COAXIAL jack
Note
• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial).
• After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial), keep it as horizontal as possible.
Tip
• If you have poor FM reception, use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the unit to an outdoor FM
antenna (aerial) as shown below.
Unit
Outdoor FM antenna (aerial)
4 Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)
Before connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) of this unit to a wall outlet (mains), connect the
speakers to the unit.
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Step 3: Positioning the
System
Step 4: Performing the
Quick Setup
Follow the steps below to make the minimum
number of basic adjustments for using the
system.
Positioning the speakers
For the best possible surround sound, all the
speakers other than the subwoofer should be
placed at the same distance from the listening
position (A).
"/1
Place speakers as illustrated below.
C/X/x/c,
DISPLAY
1
2
Turn on the TV.
Press [/1.
Note
Note
• Do not set the speakers in an inclined position.
• Do not place the speakers in locations that are:
– Extremely hot or cold
• Disconnect the headphones when you perform
the Quick Setup. You cannot operate steps after
11 with the headphones connected.
• Make sure that the function is set to “DVD”
– Dusty or dirty
– Very humid
– Subject to vibrations
3
4
Switch the input selector on your TV so
that the signal from the system
appears on the TV screen.
– Subject to direct sunlight
• Use caution when placing the speakers and/or
speaker stands that are attached with the speakers on
a specially treated (waxed, oiled, polished, etc.) floor,
as staining or discoloration may result.
• When cleaning, use a soft cloth such as a cleaning
cloth for glasses.
[Press [ENTER] to run QUICK SETUP.]
appears at the bottom of the TV screen. If
this message does not appear, recall the
again.
• Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring
powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
• Do not lean or hang on the speaker, as the speaker
may fall down.
Press
without inserting a disc.
The Setup Display for selecting the
language used in the on-screen display
appears.
Tip
• When you change the positions of the speakers, it is
recommended that you change the settings. For
details, see “Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a
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Note
LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD:
• When the wireless kit WAHT-SD1 (supplied
with DAV-HDX501W only) is installed,
[STANDARD (WIRELESS)] appears instead.
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
FRENCH
MENU:
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:
SPANISH
PORTUGUESE
10
11
Press
.
Connect the calibration mic to the
A.CAL MIC jack on the front panel and
press X/x to select [YES].
5
6
Press X/x to select a language.
Set up the calibration mic at the ear level
using a tripod, etc. (not supplied). The front
of each speaker should face the calibration
mic, and there should be no obstruction
between the speakers and the calibration
mic. Be quiet during the measurement.
The system displays the menu and subtitles
in the selected language.
Press
.
The Setup Display for selecting the aspect
ratio of the TV to be connected appears.
SCREEN SETUP
16:9
16:9
TV TYPE:
YCB
C
R/RGB (HDMI):
SCREEN SAVER:
BACKGROUND:
BLACK LEVEL:
4:3 LETTER BOX
4:3 PAN SCAN
ON
BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT):
4:3 OUTPUT:
OFF
FULL
AUDIO IN / A.CAL MIC
Calibration mic
7
Press X/x to select the setting that
matches your TV type.
x If you have a wide-screen TV or a 4:3
standard TV with a wide-screen mode
[16:9] (page 88)
x If you have a 4:3 standard TV
[4:3 LETTER BOX] or [4:3 PAN SCAN]
8
9
Press
.
The Setup Display for selecting the speaker
formation appears.
Press C/c to select the speaker
formation image as the speakers are
actually positioned.
For details, see “Getting Optimal Surround
SPEAKER FORMATION
STANDARD
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Press
.
Tip
• If you change the position of the speakers, reset the
speaker settings. See “Getting Optimal Surround
AUTO CALIBRATION
Connect calibration mic. Start
measurement?
• If you want to change any of the settings, see “Using
YES
NO
To recall the Quick Setup display
1 Press
stop mode.
The Control Menu display appears.
DISPLAY when the system is in
Auto Calibration starts.
Note
• Loud test sound is output when [AUTO
CALIBRATION] starts. You cannot turn the
volume down. Give consideration to children
and neighbor.
2 Press X/x to select [SETUP], then
press
The options for [SETUP] appear.
.
• Avoid being in the measurement area and
making noise during the measurement (which
takes about 1 minute), as it may interfere with
measurement.
(
)
)
1 2 2 7
(
1 8 3 4
DVD VIDEO
T
0 : 0 0 : 0 2
13
Unplug the calibration mic and press C/
c to select [YES].
QUICK
QUICK
CUSTOM
RESET
Measurement complete.
FRONT L :
FRONT R :
16ft 4.87m 0.0dB
16ft 4.87m 0.0dB
16ft 4.87m + 1.0dB
16ft 4.87m + 4.0dB
3 Press X/x to select [QUICK], then press
The Quick Setup display appears.
.
CENTER
:
SUBWOOFER :
SURROUND L :
SURROUND R :
10ft 3.04m
10ft 3.04m
-
-
2.0dB
2.0dB
If OK, unplug calibration mic and select
“YES”.
YES
NO
Note
• The environment of the room in which the
system is installed may affect measurements.
• If measurement fails, follow the message then
retry [AUTO CALIBRATION].
• When you select [SECOND ROOM] for
[SPEAKER FORMATION], measurement of
[SURROUND L] and [SURROUND R] is not
displayed.
14
Press
.
Quick Setup is finished. All connections
and setup operations are complete.
To quit the Quick Setup
Press DISPLAY in any Step.
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Setting the demonstration
mode to on/off
Getting Started – ADVANCED –
1
2
Press SYSTEM MENU.
Turning off the
Demonstration
Press X/x repeatedly until “DEMO”
appears in the front panel display, then
press
or c.
3
Press X/x to select a setting.
"/1
The default setting is underlined.
• “DEMO ON”: sets the demonstration
mode to on.
• “DEMO OFF”: sets the demonstration
mode to off.
4
5
Press
.
The setting is made.
X/x/c,
Press SYSTEM MENU.
SYSTEM
MENU
The system menu turns off.
After connecting the AC power cord (mains
lead), the demonstration appears in the front
panel display. When you press "/1 on the
remote, the demonstration turns off.
Note
• When you press "/1 on the unit, the demonstration
does not turn off.
• When you set the demonstration mode in the system
menu to on, the demonstration does not turn off even
though you press "/1 on the remote. To turn off the
demonstration, set the demonstration mode to off,
then press "/1 on the remote. When the
demonstration mode is set to off, the system saves
power in standby mode.
• If the system is at its factory default settings (ex. after
off the demonstration simply by pressing "/1 on the
remote. Otherwise, to stop the demonstration, you
need to set “DEMO” to “DEMO OFF.”
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For the front speakers of DAV-HDX500
Installing the Speakers on
a Wall
170 mm
23
(
6
/
inches)
You can use the speakers by installing on the
wall.
32
6 to 9 mm
3
(1/4 to
/
inch)
8
Installing the speakers on a
wall
1
Prepare screws (not supplied) that are
suitable for the hole on the back of
each speaker. See the illustrations
below.
For the front speakers of DAV-
HDX501W
100 mm
4 mm (5/32 inch)
(3 15
/16 inches)
30 mm (1 3
/16 inches)
6 to 9 mm
3
(1/4 to
/
inch)
8
Hole on the back of
the speaker
4.6 mm
(3/16 inch)
For the other speakers
10 mm
13
(
/32 inch)
2
Fasten the screws to the wall.
For the center speaker
265 mm
(10 7
16 inches)
6 to 9 mm
3
/
(1/4 to
/
inch)
8
3
Hang the speakers on the screws.
4.6 mm
(3/16 inch)
6 to 9 mm
3
(1/4 to
/
inch)
10 mm
13
8
(
/32 inch)
Rear of speaker
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Note
• Use screws that are suitable for the wall material and
strength. As a plaster board wall is especially fragile,
attach the screws securely to a beam and fasten them
to the wall. Install the speakers 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 not responsible for accident or damage
caused by improper installation, insufficient wall
strength or improper screw installation, natural
calamity, etc.
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Connecting the TV (Advanced)
Sends the played back DVD image to the connected TV.
Check the jacks of your TV, and choose connection method A, B, C, or D. Picture quality improves
in order from A (standard) to D (HDMI).
TV with HDMI* IN jack
D
IN
To
S VIDEO
To HDMI* OUT
DIR-TC1
AM
SAT/CABLE
COMPONENT VIDEO IN
R
AUDIO IN
L
L
VIDEO IN
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
Y
Y
P
B/CB
P
R/CR
DIGITAL
IN
S
VIDEO
FM
75
(DVD ONLY)
SAT/CABLE
COAXIAL
FRONT
R
FRONT
SPEAKER
L
SUR
R
SUR
L
ANTENNA
VIDEO
P
B/CB
P
R/CR
R
AUDIO IN
TV
CPONEIDEO T
MTOR OUT
OUT
XM
DMPORT1
DMPORT2
(DVD ONLY)
CENTER
WOOFER
SPEAKER
To COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
To VIDEO
C
B
S
A
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
IN
Y
PB/CB
PR/CR
TV with COMPONENT
VIDEO IN jacks
TV with VIDEO IN jack
:Signal flow
TV with S VIDEO IN jack
* HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface)
The system incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMITM) technology.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of
HDMI Licensing LLC.
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A To connect to a TV with the VIDEO IN jack
Connect the video cord.
.
Yellow
B To connect to a TV with the S VIDEO IN jack
Connect an S video cord (not supplied). To use the S video jack instead of the video jack, your TV
monitor must also be connected via an S video jack. S video signals are on a separate bus from the video
signals and will not be output through the video jack.
C To connect to a TV with the COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks
Connect a component video cord (not supplied). To use the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (Y, PB/
CB, PR/CR) instead of the video jack, your TV monitor must be equipped with via COMPONENT
VIDEO IN jacks (Y, PB/CB, PR/CR). If your TV accepts progressive format signals, you must use this
Green
Blue
Red
D To connect to a TV with the HDMI (high-definition multimedia
interface)/DVI (digital visual interface) IN jack
Use a certified HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) cord (not supplied) to enjoy high quality
digital picture and sound through the HDMI OUT (high-definition multimedia interface out) jack.
To connect to a TV with DVI (digital visual interface) input
Use an HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface)-DVI (digital visual interface) converter cord (not
supplied) with an HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface)-DVI (digital visual interface) adaptor
(not supplied). The DVI (digital visual interface) jack will not accept any audio signals. Furthermore,
you cannot connect the HDMI OUT (high-definition multimedia interface out) jack to DVI (digital
visual interface) jacks that are not HDCP (high-bandwidth digital content protection) compliant (e.g.,
DVI (digital visual interface) jacks on the computer displays).
To select the type of video signal output from the HDMI OUT (high-
definition multimedia interface out) jack
When you connect the unit and the TV with the HDMI cord, selects the type of video signals output
from the HDMI OUT (high-definition multimedia interface out) jack.
For details, refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the TV/projector, etc.
1
Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select “DVD.”
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2
Press VIDEO FORMAT.
The current type of video signals appears in the front panel display.
Each time you press VIDEO FORMAT, the display changes as follows:
t 720 × 480p*
r
1280 × 720p*
r
720 × 480p*
r
1920 × 1080i*
• “720 × 480p*”: Sends 720 × 480p video signals.**
• “1280 × 720p*”: Sends 1280 × 720p video signals.
• “1920 × 1080i*”: Sends 1920 × 1080i video signals.
*i: interlace, p: progressive
**Depending on the country, [720 × 576p] may appear.
Note
• When the HDMI indicator on the front panel lights up, images other than [720 × 480p] or [720 × 576p] are stretched
vertically.
When connecting to a standard 4:3 screen TV
Depending on the disc, the image may not fit your TV screen.
To change the aspect ratio, see page 88.
Does your TV accept progressive signals?
Progressive is the method for displaying TV images which reduces flickering, and sharpens the image.
To display using this method, you need to connect to a TV that accepts progressive signals.
FUNCTION
VIDEO
FORMAT
“PROGRE” lights up in the front panel display when the system outputs progressive signals.
1
Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select “DVD.”
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2
Press VIDEO FORMAT.
The current signal appears in the front panel display.
Each time you press VIDEO FORMAT, the display changes as follows:
t NORMAL (INTERLACE)
r
PROGRESSIVE
x NORMAL (INTERLACE)
Select this setting when:
– your TV does not accept progressive signals, or,
– your TV is connected to jacks other than the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (MONITOR
OUT (VIDEO/S VIDEO)).
x PROGRESSIVE
Select this setting when:
– your TV accepts progressive signals, and,
– the TV is connected to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks.
Normally select this under the above condition. This automatically detects the software type, and
selects the appropriate conversion method.
Note that the picture will not be clear or no picture will appear if you select these settings when
either of the above conditions are not met.
Note
• When you connect the unit and the TV with the HDMI cord during the system is set to “NORMAL
(INTERLACE),” the system is set to “PROGRESSIVE” automatically.
Tip
• When you connect the unit and the TV with the HDMI cord, VIDEO FORMAT is used for selecting the type of
video signals output from the HDMI OUT jack. For details, see “To select the type of video signal output from the
About DVD software types and the conversion method
DVD software can be divided into 2 types: film-based software and video-based software.
Video-based software is derived from TV, such as dramas and sit-coms, and displays images at 30
frames/60 fields per second. Film-based software is derived from film and displays images at 24 frames
per second. Some DVD software contains both video and film.
In order for these images to appear natural on your screen when output in progressive format, the
progressive signals need to be converted to match the type of DVD software that you are watching.
Note
• When you play video-based software in progressive signal format, sections of some types of images may appear
unnatural due to the conversion process when output through the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. Even though
you set to “PROGRESSIVE,” images from the MONITOR OUT (VIDEO or S VIDEO) jack are unaffected as they
are output in the interlace format.
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Connecting Other Components
You can enjoy other components by connecting the VIDEO/AUDIO OUT jacks of them.
VCR, digital satellite receiver
or PlayStation 2, etc.
VIDEO
OUT
To SAT/CABLE
(VIDEO IN/AUDIO IN)
AUDIO
OUT
L
R
COAXIAL
DIGITAL
OUT
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
OUT
Y
To SAT/CABLE
(COMPONENT VIDEO IN)
PB/CB
or
PR/CR
To SAT/CABLE
(DIGITAL IN OPTICAL) or
(DIGITAL IN COAXIAL)
DIR-TC1
AM
SAT/BLE
VIDIN
MPONEVIDEO
R
AUDIO IN
L
COAL
OPAL
Y
Y
P
B/CB
P
R/CR
DIGITAL
IN
S
VIDEO
FM
75
(DVD ONLY)
SAT/CABLE
COAXIAL
FRONT
R
FRONT
SPEAKER
L
SUR
R
SUR
L
ANTENNA
VIDEO
P
B/CB
P
R/CR
AUDIO IN
TV
COMPONEVIDEO OUT
MONITOR OUT
OUT
XM
DMPORT1
DMPORT2
(DVD ONLY)
CENTER
WOOFER
SPEAKER
To DMPORT1
or 2 jack
DIR-TC1 slot for
the WAHT-SD1
Screws*
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter
:Signal flow
*
CAUTION
Please do not remove the screws before installing the WAHT-SD1.
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To connect the VIDEO/AUDIO OUT jacks of other components to the
SAT/CABLE (VIDEO IN/AUDIO IN) jacks of this unit
Connect the VCR or other components to the SAT/CABLE (VIDEO IN/AUDIO IN) jacks using the
video/audio cord (not supplied). When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded sleeves to
the appropriate jacks on the components.
Yellow (Video)
White (L/audio)
Red (R/audio)
To connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter
Connect a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (not supplied) to the DMPORT1 or 2 jack. For details of
To listen to the portable audio source sound through the system
Connect the audio output jacks of the portable audio source to the AUDIO IN jack on the front panel
of the unit with the stereo mini-plug cord (not supplied).
Tip
• When listening to MP3 format recordings using a portable audio source, you can enhance the sound.
Press FUNCTION to select “AUDIO.” Connect the portable audio source. Press SOUND FIELD +/– repeatedly
until “A.F.D. STD” appears in the front panel display.
To cancel, select other than “A.F.D. STD.”
If you connect a digital satellite receiver with a DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL
or OPTICAL) jack
A digital satellite receiver can be connected to the SAT/CABLE (DIGITAL IN COAXIAL or
OPTICAL) jack instead of the SAT/CABLE (AUDIO IN) jacks of the unit.
To connect, use a digital coaxial cord (not supplied) for the DIGITAL IN COAXIAL jack or digital
optical cord (not supplied) for the DIGITAL IN OPTICAL jack.
The system can accept both digital and analog signals. Digital signals have priority over analog signals.
(COAXIAL has priority over OPTICAL.) If the digital signal ceases, the analog signal will be
processed after 2 seconds.
Digital coaxial cord
or
Digital optical cord
If you connect a digital satellite receiver without a DIGITAL OUT jack
Connect the digital satellite receiver to the SAT/CABLE (AUDIO IN) jacks only of the unit.
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To connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks of other components to
the COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks of this unit
Connect other components to the SAT/CABLE (COMPONENT VIDEO IN) jacks (Y, PB/CB, PR/CR)
using the component video cord (not supplied). When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-
coded sleeves to the appropriate jacks on the components.
Green
Blue
Red
Wireless system option
When you install the WAHT-SD1 (supplied with DAV-HDX501W only) in the DIR-TC1 slot, you can
enjoy wireless performance by transmission of the sound to the surround speakers. For details, see the
operating instructions of the WAHT-SD1.
Note
• Be sure to make connections securely to avoid hum and noise.
• When you connect another component with a volume control, turn up the volume of the other components to a level
where sound is not distorted.
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4
Press DISC 1-5.
Press the button of the disc number you
want.
Basic Operations
When no disc is in the disc stocker you
selected, “NO DISC” appears. Perform next
Step while “*DISC-1* (eg., 2-5)” flashes.
Playing Discs
5
6
Press A.
Load a disc.
Adjust the
volume
Place one disc on the tray, and then press A.
"/1
H FUNCTION
A
DISC 1-5/
indicators
Connect
headphones
Disc tray
Note
"/1
Z
• When you play an 8 cm disc, place it on the
inner circle of the tray. Be careful that the disc is
not skewed on the inner circle of the tray.
• Do not forcibly press the disc tray closed with
your finger, as this may cause malfunction.
• Do not place more than one disc on the tray.
FUNCTION
DISC SKIP
7
Press H.
The system starts playback (continuous
play).
To load other discs, press DISC 1-5 (that is
not loaded with a disc) and A and load the
disc.
./>
/
H
x
X
The system starts playback (continuous
play) of the disc whose DISC indicator is
green.
MUTING
VOLUME
+/–
To play back other discs, press DISC SKIP
on the remote or DISC 1-5 on the unit.
Adjust the volume on the unit.
The volume level appears on the TV screen
and in the front panel display.
Depending on the DVD VIDEO or VIDEO CD,
some operations may be different or restricted.
Refer to the operating instructions supplied with
your disc.
Note
1
2
Turn on your TV.
• Depending on the system status, the volume level
may not appear on the TV screen.
Switch the input selector on the TV to
this system.
• When you set the HDMI CONTROL function to on
(page 90), the TV that is connected to the system with
the HDMI cord can be synch-operated with the
system. For details, see the HDMI CONTROL Guide
(supplied separately).
3
Press "/1.
The system turns on.
Unless the system is set to “DVD,” press
FUNCTION to select “DVD.”
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Additional operations
Tip
• When you connect the system and TV with the HDMI
cord, you can operate them simply, using the HDMI
CONTROL function. For details, see the HDMI
CONTROL Guide (supplied separately).
To
Press
Stop
x
• The DISC 1-5 indicators change color as follows:
– green: the disc is selected, or the disc is being
played back.
Pause
X
Resume play after pause
X or H
Go to the next chapter,
track, or scene
> (except for JPEG)
– off: there is no disc.
– orange: a disc is loaded in the disc stocker but not
selected.
Go back to the preceding
chapter, track, or scene
. (except for JPEG)
– The indicator turns off if an unplayable disc is
inserted.
Turn off the sound
temporarily
MUTING. To cancel,
press it again or
To save the power in standby
mode
VOLUME + to adjust
the sound volume.
Change a disc while playing DISC SKIP
another disc
Press "/1 while the system turns on. To cancel
standby mode, press "/1 once.
Play the desired disc directly DISC 1-5 on the unit.
To turn on/off the DISC 1-5
indicators’ illumination
Stop play and remove the
desired disc
DISC 1-5 and A on the
unit or Z on the
remote.
When you do not operate the system for more
than 30 minutes, the illumination of the DISC 1-
5 indicators starts automatically. You can turn
the illumination on or off.
Replay the previous scene*
(instant replay)
during playback.
Briefly fast forward the
current scene**
(instant advance)
during playback.
1 Press SYSTEM MENU.
* DVD VIDEOs/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs only.
**DVD VIDEOs/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs/DVD+RWs/
DVD+Rs only.
2 Press X/x repeatedly until “ILLUM MODE”
appears in the front panel display, then
press
or c.
3 Press X/x to select a setting.
The default setting is underlined.
Note
• You may not be able to use the instant replay or
instant advance function with some scenes.
• “ILLUM ON”: sets the illumination mode
to on.
• “ILLUM OFF”: sets the illumination mode
to off.
About DVD 5-DISC changer
The disc changer consists of a playing unit and a
stocker which transports the discs to the disc slot
and the playing unit.
4 Press
.
The setting is made.
For example, if you press DISC 3, the stocker
moves until the DISC 3 comes to the position of
the playing unit and then moves the DISC 3 over
the playing unit.
5 Press SYSTEM MENU.
The system menu turns off.
Note
• Noise may come from the disc changer when
changing discs or turning the system on and off.
However, this is just noise produced by the operation
of the internal mechanisms and does not indicate a
malfunction.
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Changing the input level of
the sound from connected
components
Enjoying the Radio or
Other Components
Distortion may occur when listening to a
component connected to the SAT/CABLE or
TV jacks on the rear panel or to the AUDIO IN
jack on the front panel. This is not a malfunction
and will depend on the component connected.
To prevent this, you can change the input level
from the sound of the other components.
FUNCTION
1
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until
“SAT/CABLE,” “TV,” or “AUDIO”
appears in the front panel display.
X/x/c,
SYSTEM
MENU
2
3
Press SYSTEM MENU.
Press X/x repeatedly until
“ATTENUATE” appears in the front
panel display, then press
or c.
4
Press X/x to select a setting.
The default setting is underlined.
• “ATT ON”: attenuates the input level.
The output level is changed.
Selecting the connected
component
• “ATT OFF”: normal input level.
5
6
Press
.
You can use a VCR or other components
connected to the SAT/CABLE or TV jacks on
the rear panel. Refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the components for further
information.
The setting is made.
Press SYSTEM MENU.
The system menu turns off.
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “SAT/
CABLE” or “TV” appears in the front panel
display.
Each time you press FUNCTION, the mode of
the system changes in the following sequence.
DVD t TUNER FM t TUNER AM t XM
t SAT/CABLE t TV t DMPORT1 t
DMPORT2 t AUDIO t …
Note
• When you use both the SAT/CABLE (AUDIO IN)
jacks (analog connection) and SAT/CABLE
(COAXIAL or OPTICAL DIGITAL IN) jack (digital
connection) at the same time, the digital connection
takes priority.
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Note
• When you set the [HDMI CONTROL] setting in
Audio Control function is activated and no sound
may be output from the TV. For details of the System
Audio Control function, see the HDMI CONTROL
Guide (supplied separately).
Enjoying TV or VCR Sound
from All Speakers
You can enjoy TV or VCR sound from all the
speakers in this system.
• When you use both the SAT/CABLE (AUDIO IN)
jacks (analog connection) and SAT/CABLE
(COAXIAL or OPTICAL DIGITAL IN) jack (digital
connection) at the same time, the digital connection
takes priority.
For details, see “Step 2: Connecting the System
FUNCTION
SOUND
FIELD+/–
1
2
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until
“SAT/CABLE” or “TV” appears in the
front panel display.
Press SOUND FIELD +/– repeatedly
until the sound field you want appears
in the front panel display.
When you want to output the TV sound or
stereo sound of a 2 channel source from the
6 speakers, select the “PRO LOGIC,” “PLII
MOVIE,” or “PLII MUSIC” sound field.
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Selecting the Movie or
Music Mode
You can choose a suitable sound mode for
movies or music.
MOVIE/
MUSIC
Press MOVIE/MUSIC during playback.
Press MOVIE/MUSIC repeatedly until the
mode you want lights up in the front panel
display. The default setting is underlined.
• AUTO: selects the mode automatically to
produce the sound effect depending on the disc
or sound stream.
• MOVIE: provides the sound for movies.
• MUSIC: provides the sound for music.
Tip
• When the movie or music mode is selected,
“MOVIE” or “MUSIC” is displayed in the front panel
display. When neither “MOVIE” or “MUSIC” is
displayed in the front panel display, “AUTO” is
selected.
Note
• Depending on the disc or source, when you select
“AUTO,” the beginning of the sound may be cut off
as the optimum mode is automatically selected. To
avoid cutting the sound, select “MOVIE” or
“MUSIC.”
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Sound field
Display
HEADPHONE THEATER HP THEATER*
Sound Adjustments
HEADPHONE
HP 2CH
2 CHANNEL STEREO
Enjoying Surround Sound
by Using Sound Field
* Use DCS Technology
You can take advantage of surround sound
simply by selecting one of the system’s pre-
programmed sound fields. They bring exciting
and powerful sound of movie theaters into your
home.
Automatic outputting of the
original sound
x AUTO FORMAT DIRECT STANDARD
The auto decoding function automatically
detects the type of audio signal being input
(Dolby Digital, DTS, or standard 2 channel
stereo) and performs the proper decoding if
necessary. This mode presents the sound as it
was recorded/encoded, without adding any
effects (e.g. reverberation).
However, if there are no low frequency signals
(Dolby Digital LFE, etc.), it will generate a low
frequency signal for output to the subwoofer.
Outputting the sound from
multiple speakers
x AUTO FORMAT DIRECT MULTI
This mode lets you enjoy audio playback of all
types of discs from multiple speakers.
SOUND
FIELD+/–
Note
Press SOUND FIELD +/–.
• The sound is not output from multiple speakers
depending on the source.
Press SOUND FIELD +/– repeatedly until the
sound field you want appears in the front panel
display.
• Depending on the disc or source, the beginning of the
sound may be cut off as the optimum mode is
automatically selected. To avoid cutting the sound,
select “A.F.D. STD.”
All sound field
Sound field
Display
Outputting 2 channel sources
like CDs by 5.1channel
AUTO FORMAT DIRECT A.F.D. STD
STANDARD
AUTO FORMAT DIRECT A.F.D. MULTI
MULTI
x Dolby Pro Logic
Dolby Pro Logic produces five output channels
from 2 channel sources. This mode performs Pro
Logic decoding to the input signal and output to
front, center, and surround speakers.
Meanwhile, the surround channel becomes
monaural.
Dolby Pro Logic
PRO LOGIC
Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE PLII MOVIE
Dolby Pro Logic II MUSIC PLII MUSIC
Neural Surround
NEURAL SUR
C. ST. EX A*
C. ST. EX B*
C. ST. EX C*
2CH STEREO
CINEMA STUDIO EX A
CINEMA STUDIO EX B
CINEMA STUDIO EX C
2 CHANNEL STEREO
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x Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE/MUSIC
x CINEMA STUDIO EX A (Cinema Studio
EX A)
Dolby Pro Logic II produces five full-bandwidth
output channels from 2 channel sources. This is
done using an advanced, high-purity matrix
surround decoder that extracts the spatial
properties of the original recording without
adding any new sounds or tonal colorations.
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the
Sony Pictures Entertainment “Cary Grant
Theater” cinema production studio. This is a
standard mode, great for watching most any type
of movie.
x CINEMA STUDIO EX B (Cinema Studio
EX B)
Note
• When the input signal is multi channel source, Dolby
Pro Logic and Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE/MUSIC
are canceled and the multi channel source is output
directly.
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the
Sony Pictures Entertainment “Kim Novak
Theater” cinema production studio. This mode
is ideal for watching science-fiction or action
movies with lots of sound effects.
• When the bilingual broadcast sound is input, Dolby
Pro Logic and Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE/MUSIC
are not effective.
x CINEMA STUDIO EX C (Cinema Studio
EX C)
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the
Sony Pictures Entertainment scoring stage. This
mode is ideal for watching musicals or classic
films where music is featured in the soundtrack.
Outputting XM radio signals in
the multi channel surround
format
x NEURAL SURROUND
The system outputs signals in the multi channel
surround format when the system receives an
XM Radio surround broadcast. When the system
receives a stereo broadcast, the stereo sound is
emphasized.
About Cinema Studio EX
Cinema Studio EX is ideal for enjoying movie
software encoded with multi channel format,
such as the Dolby Digital DVD. This mode
reproduces the sound characteristics of Sony
Pictures Entertainment’s studios.
Note
Cinema Studio EX consists of the following
three elements.
• NEURAL SURROUND is activated as a PCM signal
or 2 channel analog signal. The NEURAL
SURROUND processing will be turned off
automatically when another type of signal is input.
The beginning of the sound may be dropped out when
this processing is turned on/off. In this case, the sound
field is set to “A.F.D. STD” automatically.
• Virtual Multi Dimension
Creates five sets of virtual speakers
surrounding the listener from a single pair of
actual surround speakers.
• Screen Depth Matching
In a movie theater, sound seems to come from
inside the image reflected on the movie screen.
This element creates the same sensation in
your listening room by shifting the sound of
the front speakers “into” the screen.
• Cinema Studio Reverberation
Reproduces the reverberations peculiar to a
movie theater. Cinema Studio EX is the
integrated mode which operates these
elements simultaneously.
Enjoying Digital Cinema
Sound
About DCS (Digital Cinema
Sound)
In collaboration with Sony Pictures
Entertainment, Sony measured the sound
environment of their studios and integrated the
data of the measurement and Sony’s own DSP
(Digital Signal Processor) technology to
develop “Digital Cinema Sound.” “Digital
Cinema Sound” simulates in a home theater an
ideal movie theater sound environment based on
the preference of the movie director.
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Note
• The virtual speaker effect may cause increased noise
in the playback signal.
Enjoying Multiplex
Broadcast Sound
(DUAL MONO)
• When listening with sound fields that employ virtual
speakers, you will not be able to hear any sound
coming directly from the surround speakers.
You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when
the system receive or play the Dolby Digital
multiplex broadcast signal.
Using only the front speaker
and subwoofer
Note
x 2 CHANNEL STEREO
• To receive the Dolby Digital signal, you need to
connect a digital satellite tuner to the unit with an
digital output mode of the digital satellite tuner to
Dolby Digital.
This mode outputs the sound from the front left
and right speakers and subwoofer. Standard 2
channel (stereo) sources completely bypass the
sound field processing. Multi channel surround
formats are downmixed to two channels.
This allows you to play any source using only
the front left and right speakers and subwoofer.
Enjoying the surround sound
by headphones
AUDIO
x HEADPHONE THEATER
This mode outputs the sound as surround from
headphone L/R.
This function is based on “Digital Cinema
Sound” technology.
x HEADPHONE 2 CHANNEL STEREO
This mode outputs the sound from headphone L/
R. Standard 2 channel (stereo) sources
completely bypass the sound field processing.
Multi channel surround formats are downmixed
to two channels.
Press AUDIO.
Press AUDIO repeatedly until the signal you
want appears in the front panel display.
The default setting is underlined.
• “MAIN”: Sound of the main language will be
output.
To turn the surround effect off
Press SOUND FIELD +/– repeatedly until
“A.F.D. STD” or “2CH STEREO” appears in
the front panel display.
• “SUB”: Sound of the sub language will be
output.
Tip
• The system memorizes the last sound field selected
for each function mode.
• “MAIN+SUB”: Mixed sound of both the main
and sub languages will be output.
Whenever you select a function such as DVD or
TUNER, the sound field that was last applied to
function is automatically applied again. For example,
if you listen to DVD with PRO LOGIC as the sound
field, then change to another function, and then return
to DVD, PRO LOGIC will be applied again.
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With each press, playback speed becomes faster.
Various Functions for Playing Discs
Watching frame by frame
(Slow-motion Play)
(DVD VIDEO, DVD-R, DVD-RW, VIDEO
Searching for a Particular
Point on a Disc
CD only)
(Scan, Slow-motion Play, Freeze
Frame)
Press /m or M/ when the system is in
pause mode. To return to normal playback
speed, press H. Each time you press /m or
M/ during Slow-motion Play, the playback
speed changes. Two speeds are available. With
each press the indication changes as follows:
You can quickly locate a particular point on a
disc by monitoring the picture or playing back
slowly.
Playback direction
2
y 1
Opposite direction (DVD VIDEO only)
y 1
Note
• Depending on the DVD/VIDEO CD, you may not be
able to do some of the operations described.
2
Playing one frame at a time
(Freeze Frame)
(DVD VIDEO, DVD-R, DVD-RW, VIDEO
CD only)
Locating a point quickly by
playing a disc in fast forward
or fast reverse (Scan)
(Except for JPEG)
When the system is in the pause mode, press
Press /m or M/ while playing a disc.
When you find the point you want, press H to
to go to the next frame. Press
to go to
the preceding frame (DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/
DVD-RW only). To return to normal playback,
press H.
return to normal speed. Each time you press
m or M/ during scan, the playback speed
changes. With each press the indication changes
as shown below. Actual speeds may differ with
some discs.
/
Note
• You cannot search for a still picture on a DVD-R/
DVD-RW in VR mode.
Playback direction
×2B t 1M t 2M t 3M
3M (DVD VIDEO/DVD-VR mode/VIDEO CD
only)
×2B (DVD VIDEO/CD only)
Opposite direction
×2b t 1m t 2m t 3m
3m (DVD VIDEO/DVD-VR mode/VIDEO CD
only)
×2b (DVD VIDEO only)
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Press
.
[** (**)] changes to [– – (**)].
Searching for a Title/
Chapter/Track/Scene,
etc.
(
(
)
)
1 2 2 7
3 4
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
DVD VIDEO
T
You can search a DVD by title or chapter, and
you can search a VIDEO CD/CD/DATA CD/
DATA DVD by track, index, or scene. As titles
and tracks are assigned unique numbers on the
disc, you can select the desired one by entering
its number. Or, you can search for a scene using
the time code.
4
5
Press X/x or the number buttons to
select the title, chapter, track, index,
scene, etc., number you want to search
for.
If you make a mistake
Cancel the number by pressing CLEAR,
then select another number.
1
Press
DATA CD/DATA DVD with JPEG image
files, press DISPLAY twice.)
DISPLAY. (When playing a
Press
.
The Control Menu display appears.
The system starts playback from the
selected number.
2
Press X/x to select the search method.
The display will show different items
depending on the disc.
To search for a scene using the
time code (DVD VIDEO and
DVD-VR mode only)
[TITLE], [TRACK], [SCENE]
[CHAPTER], [INDEX]
[TIME/TEXT]
1 In Step 2, select
[TIME/TEXT].
[T **:**:**] (playing time of the current title)
is selected.
Select [TIME/TEXT] to search for a
starting point by inputting the time code.
2 Press
.
[TRACK]
[ALBUM]
[FILE]
[T **:**:**] changes to [T --:--:--].
3 Input the time code using the number
buttons, then press
.
For example, to find the scene at 2 hours, 10
minutes, and 20 seconds after the beginning,
just enter [2:10:20].
Example: when you select
[CHAPTER]
[** (**)] is selected (** refers to a number).
The number in parentheses indicates the
total number of titles, chapters, tracks,
indexes, scenes, albums or files.
Tip
• When the Control Menu display is turned off, you can
search for a chapter (DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/DVD-
RW) or track (VIDEO CD/CD) by pressing the
number buttons and
.
(
)
)
1 2 2 7
(
1 8 3 4
DVD VIDEO
Note
T
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
• You cannot search for a scene on a DVD+RW using
the time code.
Selected row
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Searching by Scene
(Picture Navigation)
Resuming Playback from
the Point Where You
Stopped the Disc
(Resume Play)
You can divide the TV screen into 9 subscreens
and find the desired scene quickly.
1
2
3
Press PICTURE NAVI during playback.
The following display appears.
When you stop the disc, the system remembers
the point where you pressed x and “RESUME”
appears in the front panel display. As long as
you do not remove the disc, Resume Play will
work even if the system enters standby mode by
pressing "/1.
ENTER
CHAPTER VIEWER
Press PICTURE NAVI repeatedly to
select an item.
1
While playing a disc, press x to stop
playback.
• [TITLE VIEWER] (DVD VIDEO only)
• [CHAPTER VIEWER] (DVD VIDEO
only)
“RESUME” appears in the front panel
display.
If “RESUME” does not appear, Resume
Play is not available.
• [TRACK VIEWER] (VIDEO CD/
Super VCD only)
2
Press H.
Press
.
The system starts playback from the point
where you stopped the disc in Step 1.
The first scene of each title, chapter, or
track appears as follows.
Note
• Depending on where you stop the disc, the system
may not resume playback from exactly the same
point.
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
• The point where you stopped playing may be cleared
when:
– you eject the disc.
– the system enters standby mode (DATA CD/
DATA DVD only).
– you change or reset the settings on the Setup
Display.
4
Press C/X/x/c to select a title, chapter,
or track, and press
.
– you change the parental control level.
– you change the function by pressing FUNCTION.
– you disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
• For DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs in VR mode, VIDEO CDs,
CDs, DATA CDs, and DATA DVDs, the system
remembers the resume playback point for the current
disc.
The system starts playback from the
selected scene.
To return to normal play during
setting
Press O RETURN.
• The resume point is cleared when you select another
disc.
Note
• Depending on the disc, you may not be able to select
some items.
• Resume Play does not work during Program Play and
Shuffle Play.
• This function may not work properly with some
discs.
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Tip
• To play from the beginning of the disc, press x twice,
then press H.
Creating Your Own
Program
To enjoy a disc that is played
before by resume playback
(Multi-disc Resume)
(Program Play)
(DVD VIDEO, VIDEO CD only)
You can play the contents of a disc in the order
you want by arranging the order of the tracks on
the disc to create your own program. You can
program up to 99 tracks.
This system stores the point where you stopped
the disc for up to 40 discs and resumes playback
the next time you insert the same disc. If you
store a resume playback point for the 41st disc,
the resume playback point for the first disc is
deleted.
To activate this function, set [MULTI-DISC
RESUME] in [CUSTOM SETUP] to [ON]. For
details, see “[MULTI-DISC RESUME] (DVD
Note
• You can program the track on the current disc only.
1
2
Press
DISPLAY.
The Control Menu display appears.
Press X/x to select
[PROGRAM], then press
.
The options for [PROGRAM] appear.
Tip
• To play from the beginning of the disc, press x twice,
then press H.
6 (14)
2 : 5 0
CD
T
Note
OFF
OFF
SET
ON
• If [MULTI-DISC RESUME] in [CUSTOM SETUP]
when you change the function by pressing
FUNCTION.
3
Press X/x to select [SET t], then
press
.
[TRACK] is displayed when you play a
VIDEO CD or CD.
PROGRAM
0:00:00
T
ALL CLEAR
1. TRACK
– –
– –
2. TRACK
3. TRACK
4. TRACK
5. TRACK
6. TRACK
7. TRACK
01
02
03
04
05
06
– –
– –
– –
– –
– –
Tracks recorded
on a disc
Total time of the
programmed tracks
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5
Press c.
To change or cancel a program
The cursor moves to the track row [T] (in
this case, [01]).
Program.”
2 Select the program number of the track you
PROGRAM
ALL CLEAR
1. TRACK
2. TRACK
3. TRACK
4. TRACK
5. TRACK
6. TRACK
7. TRACK
0:00:00
T
want to change or cancel using X/x.
– –
– –
01
02
03
04
05
06
If you want to delete the track from the
program, press CLEAR.
– –
– –
– –
– –
– –
– –
3 Follow Step 5 for new programming.
To cancel a program, select [--] under [T],
then press
.
Select the track you want to program.
For example, select track [02].
To cancel all of the tracks in the
programmed order
Press X/x to select [02] under [T], then
press
.
Program.”
2 Press X and select [ALL CLEAR].
Selected track
3 Press
.
0:15:30
T
PROGRAM
ALL CLEAR
1. TRACK
2. TRACK
3. TRACK
4. TRACK
5. TRACK
6. TRACK
7. TRACK
– –
01
02
03
04
05
06
0 2
– –
– –
– –
– –
– –
– –
Total time of the programmed tracks
6
7
To program other tracks, repeat steps 4
to 5.
The programmed tracks are displayed in the
selected order.
Press H to start Program Play.
Program Play starts.
When the program ends, you can restart the
same program again by pressing H.
To return to normal play
In Step 3, press CLEAR or select [OFF]. To play
the same program again, select [ON] in Step 3
and press
.
To turn off the Control Menu
display
Press
DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control
Menu display is turned off.
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To return to normal play
Playing in Random Order
In Step 3, press CLEAR or select [OFF].
(Shuffle Play)
To turn off the Control Menu
display
Press
DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control
You can have the system “shuffle” tracks.
Subsequent “shuffling” may produce a different
playing order.
Menu display is turned off.
Note
• You cannot use this function with VIDEO CDs and
Super VCDs with PBC playback.
Note
• Same song may be played repeatedly during MP3
playback.
• You can shuffle the tracks on the current disc only.
1
2
Press
The Control Menu display appears.
Press X/x to select [SHUFFLE],
then press
The options for [SHUFFLE] appear.
DISPLAY during playback.
.
6 (14)
2 : 5 0
CD
T
OFF
OFF
TRACK
3
Press X/x to select the item to be
shuffled.
x When playing a VIDEO CD or CD
• [TRACK]: shuffles tracks on the disc.
x When Program Play is activated
• [ON]: shuffles tracks selected in Program
Play.
x When playing a DATA CD or DATA
DVD
• [ON (MP3)]: shuffles MP3 audio tracks in
the album on the current disc. When no
album is selected, the first album will play
in random order.
Note
• A track already played is also selected in
random order.
4
Press
.
Shuffle Play starts.
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x When playing a DATA CD or DATA
DVD
• [OFF]: does not play repeatedly.
Playing Repeatedly
(Repeat Play)
• [ALL DISCS]: repeats all of the discs.
• [ONE DISC]: repeats all of the albums on
the current disc.
• [ALBUM]: repeats the current album.
• [TRACK] (MP3 audio tracks only):
repeats the current track.
You can play all the titles, tracks or albums on a
disc or a single title, chapter, track, or album
repeatedly.
You can use a combination of Shuffle or
Program Play modes.
4
Press
.
The item is selected.
To return to normal play
1
2
Press
The Control Menu display appears.
Press X/x to select [REPEAT],
then press
The options for [REPEAT] appear.
DISPLAY during playback.
In Step 3, press CLEAR or select [OFF].
To turn off the Control Menu
display
.
Press
DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control
Menu display is turned off.
6 (14)
2 : 5 0
CD
T
Note
• You cannot use this function with VIDEO CDs and
Super VCDs with PBC playback.
OFF
OFF
ALL DISCS
ONE DISC
TRACK
• When playing a DATA CD/DATA DVD which
contains MP3 audio track and JPEG image files, and
their playing time is not the same, the audio sound
will not match the image.
• When [MODE (MP3, JPEG)] is set to [IMAGE
3
Press X/x to select the item to be
repeated.
The default setting is underlined.
x When playing a DVD VIDEO or DVD-
VR
• [OFF]: does not play repeatedly.
• [ALL DISCS]: repeats all of the discs.
• [ONE DISC]: repeats all of the titles on
the current disc. (When playing a DVD-
VR, [ONE DISC] repeats all of the titles
of the selected type.)
• [TITLE]: repeats the current title on a
disc.
• [CHAPTER]: repeats the current chapter.
x When playing a VIDEO CD or CD
• [OFF]: does not play repeatedly.
• [ALL DISCS]: repeats all of the discs.
• [ONE DISC]: repeats all of the tracks on
the current disc.
• [TRACK]: repeats the current track.
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Using the DVD’s Menu
Changing the Sound
A DVD is divided into a lot of sections, which
make up a picture or music feature. These
sections are called “titles.” When you play a
DVD which contains several titles, you can
select the title you want using DVD TOP
MENU.
When you play DVDs that allow you to select
items such as the language for the subtitles and
the language for the sound, select these items
using DVD MENU.
When playing a DVD VIDEO recorded in
multiple audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital,
MPEG audio, or DTS), you can change the
audio format. If the DVD VIDEO is recorded
with multilingual tracks, you can also change the
language.
With VIDEO CDs, CDs, DATA CDs, or DATA
DVDs, you can select the sound from the right or
left channel and listen to the sound of the
selected channel through both the right and left
speakers.
1
Press DVD TOP MENU or DVD MENU.
The disc’s menu appears on the TV screen.
The contents of the menu vary from disc to
disc.
1
Press AUDIO during playback.
The following display appears.
2
3
Press C/X/x/c or the number buttons to
select the item you want to play or
change.
:
1
ENGLISH DOLBY DIGITAL 3/2.1
Press
.
2
Press AUDIO repeatedly to select the
desired audio signal.
x When playing a DVD VIDEO
Depending on the DVD VIDEO, the choice
of language varies.
When four digits are displayed, they
indicate a language code. Refer to
which language the code represents. When
the same language is displayed two or more
times, the DVD VIDEO is recorded in
multiple audio formats.
x When playing a DVD-VR
The types of sound tracks recorded on a disc
are displayed. The default setting is
underlined.
Example:
• [1: MAIN] (main sound)
• [1: SUB] (sub sound)
• [1: MAIN+SUB] (main and sub sound)
• [2: MAIN]
• [2: SUB]
• [2: MAIN+SUB]
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Note
• [2: MAIN], [2: SUB], and [2: MAIN+SUB] do
not appear when one audio stream is recorded on
the disc.
Example:
Dolby Digital 5.1 ch
x When playing a VIDEO CD, CD, DATA
CD (MP3 audio), or DATA DVD (MP3
audio)
LFE (Low
Frequency Effect)
Surround (L/R)
:
The default setting is underlined.
3 / 2 .1
ENGLISH DOLBY DIGITAL
1
• [STEREO]: the standard stereo sound
• [1/L]: the sound of the left channel
(monaural)
L
C
R
Front (L/R) +
Center
LFE
LS
RS
• [2/R]: the sound of the right channel
(monaural)
Currently playing
program format
x When playing a Super VCD
The default setting is underlined.
• [1:STEREO]: the stereo sound of the
audio track 1
Example:
Dolby Digital 3 ch
• [1:1/L]: the sound of the left channel of
the audio track 1 (monaural)
Surround
(Monaural)
Front (L/R)
• [1:2/R]: the sound of the right channel of
the audio track 1 (monaural)
:
2 / 1
2 SPANISH DOLBY DIGITAL
• [2:STEREO]: the stereo sound of the
audio track 2
L
R
• [2:1/L]: the sound of the left channel of
the audio track 2 (monaural)
S
Currently playing
program format
• [2:2/R]: the sound of the right channel of
the audio track 2 (monaural)
Note
About audio signals
• While playing a Super VCD on which the audio track
2 is not recorded, no sound will come out when you
select [2:STEREO], [2:1/L], or [2:2/R].
Audio signals recorded in a disc contain the
sound elements (channels) shown below. Each
channel is output from a separate speaker.
• Front (L)
Checking the audio signal
format
(DVD only)
• Front (R)
• Center
• Surround (L)
• Surround (R)
If you press AUDIO repeatedly during
playback, the format of the current audio signal
(PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.) appears as
shown below.
• Surround (Monaural): This signal can be either
the Dolby Surround Sound processed signals
or the Dolby Digital sound’s monaural
Surround audio signals.
• LFE (Low Frequency Effect) signal
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Selecting [ORIGINAL] or
[PLAY LIST] on a DVD-R/
DVD-RW
ViewingInformationAbout
the Disc
Some DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs in VR (Video
Recording) mode have two types of titles for
playback: originally recorded titles
([ORIGINAL]) and titles that can be created on
recordable DVD players for editing ([PLAY
LIST]). You can select the type of title to be
played.
Viewing the playing time and
remaining time in the front
panel display
You can check disc information, such as the
remaining time, total number of titles in a DVD,
tracks in a VIDEO CD, CD, or MP3 using the
front panel display (page 110).
1
Press
in stop mode.
DISPLAY when the system is
Press DISPLAY.
The Control Menu display appears.
Each time you press DISPLAY while playing
the disc, the display changes 1 t 2 t ...
t 1 t ...
2
Press X/x to select
PLAY LIST], then press
[ORIGINAL/
.
Some displayed items may disappear after a few
seconds.
The options for [ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST]
appear.
When playing a DVD VIDEO or
DVD-R/DVD-RW
(
)
1
T
4 4
(
)
3
2 8
1 : 3 0 : 5 0
DVD-VR
1 Playing time and number of the current title
2 Remaining time of the current title
3 Playing time and number of the current
chapter
PLAY LIST
PLAY LIST
ORIGINAL
4 Remaining time of the current chapter
5 Disc name
6 Title and chapter
3
4
Press X/x to select a setting.
The default setting is underlined.
• [PLAY LIST]: plays the titles created
from [ORIGINAL] for editing.
• [ORIGINAL]: plays the titles originally
recorded.
When playing a VIDEO CD
(without PBC functions) or CD
1 Playing time of the current track
2 Remaining time of the current track
3 Playing time of the disc
4 Remaining time of the disc
5 Disc name
Press
.
6 Track and index*
* VIDEO CD only.
When playing a DATA CD (MP3
audio) or DATA DVD (MP3 audio)
1 Playing time and current track number
2 Track (file) name
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x When playing a VIDEO CD (without
PBC functions) or CD
Tip
• When playing VIDEO CDs with PBC functions, the
playing time is displayed.
• T **:**
Playing time of the current track
Note
• T–**:**
Remaining time of the current track
• The system can only display the first level of the
DVD/CD text, such as the disc name or title.
• If an MP3 file name cannot be displayed, “*” will
appear in the front panel display instead.
• The disc name or track name may not be displayed
depending on the text.
• D **:**
Playing time of the current disc
• D–**:**
Remaining time of the current disc
• Playing time of MP3 audio tracks may not be
displayed correctly.
x When playing a DATA CD (MP3
audio) or DATA DVD (MP3 audio)
• T **:**
Checking the playing time and
remaining time
Playing time of the current track
Note
• Characters/marks may not be displayed for some
languages.
You can check the playing time and remaining
time of the current title, chapter, or track, and the
total playing time or remaining time of the disc.
You can also check the DVD text and MP3
folder name/file name recorded in the disc.
• Depending on the type of disc being played, the
system can only display a limited number of
characters. Also, depending on the disc, not all text
characters will be displayed.
1
Press DISPLAY during playback.
The following display appears.
Checking the play information
of the disc
T
1:01:57
To check DVD/CD text
Time information
Press DISPLAY repeatedly in Step 2 to display
text recorded in the DVD/CD.
The DVD/CD text appears only when text is
recorded in the disc. You cannot change the text.
If the disc does not contain text, “NO TEXT”
appears.
2
Press DISPLAY repeatedly to change
the time information.
The display and the kinds of time that you
can check depend on the disc you are
playing.
x When playing a DVD VIDEO or DVD-
RW
BRAHMS SYMPHONY
• T **:**:**
Playing time of the current title
• T–**:**:**
Remaining time of the current title
• C **:**:**
To check DATA CD/DATA DVD
(MP3 audio) text
By pressing DISPLAY while playing MP3
audio tracks on a DATA CD/DATA DVD, you
can display the name of the album/track, and the
audio bit rate (the amount of data per second of
the current audio) on your TV screen.
Playing time of the current chapter
• C–**:**:**
Remaining time of the current chapter
x When playing a VIDEO CD (with PBC
functions)
• **:**
Playing time of the current scene
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Bit rate*
Changing the Angles
T
17:30 128k
If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are
recorded on a DVD VIDEO, you can change the
viewing angle.
Press ANGLE during playback.
JAZZ
RIVER SIDE
Each time you press ANGLE, the angle changes.
Note
Album name
Track name
• Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may not be able
to change the angle even if multi-angles are recorded
on the DVD VIDEO.
* Appears when playing an MP3 audio track on
DATA CDs/DATA DVDs.
Checking the date
information
(JPEG only)
You can check the date information during
playback when the Exif* tag is recorded in the
JPEG image data.
Press
DISPLAY twice during playback.
The Control Menu display appears.
(
(
)
1
1
8
)
2 0
DATA CD JPEG
01/ 31/ 2007
Date information
* “Exchangeable Image File Format” is a digital
camera image format defined by the Japan
Electronics and Information Technology Industries
Association (JEITA).
Tip
• Date information is [MM/DD/YYYY].
MM: Month
DD: Day
YYYY: Year
• Date information varies depending on the area.
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Displaying the Subtitles
Adjusting the Delay
Between the Picture and
Sound
If subtitles are recorded on a disc, you can turn
the subtitles on or off while playing. If
multilingual subtitles are recorded on the disc,
you can change the subtitle language while
playing, or turn the subtitles on or off whenever
you want.
(A/V SYNC)
When the sound does not match the pictures on
the TV screen, you can adjust the delay between
the picture and sound.
Press SUBTITLE during playback.
Each time you press SUBTITLE, the subtitle
language changes.
1
2
Press
The Control Menu display appears.
Press X/x to select [A/V SYNC],
then press
The options for [A/V SYNC] appear.
DISPLAY.
Note
• Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may not be able
to change the subtitles even if multilingual subtitles
are recorded on it. You also may not be able to turn
them off.
.
(
(
)
)
1
1
T
1 2
2 8
DVD VIDEO
0 : 0 0 : 0 2
OFF
OFF
ON
3
Press X/x to select a setting.
The default setting is underlined.
• [OFF]: does not adjust.
• [ON]: adjusts the difference between
picture and sound.
4
Press
.
Note
• Depending on the input stream, this function may not
be effective.
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MP3 audio track or JPEG
image file that the system can
play
About MP3 Audio Tracks
and JPEG Image Files
You can play the MP3 audio tracks or JPEG
image files:
• which have the extension “.MP3” (MP3 audio
track) or “.JPG”/“.JPEG” (JPEG image file)
What is MP3/JPEG?
• which conform to the DCF* image file format
* “Design rule for Camera File system”: Image
standards for digital cameras regulated by Japan
Electronics and Information Technology Industries
Association (JEITA).
MP3 is audio compression technology that
satisfies the ISO/MPEG regulations. JPEG is
image compression technology.
Discs that the system can
play
Note
• The system will play any data with the
extension “.MP3,” “.JPG,” or “.JPEG” even if
they are not in MP3 or JPEG format. Playing
this data may generate a loud noise which
could damage your speaker system.
• The system does not conform to audio in
MP3PRO format.
You can play back DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-
Rs/CD-RWs) or DATA DVDs (DVD-Rs/DVD-
RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs/DVD-ROMs)
recorded in MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) or
JPEG format. However, the DATA CDs must be
recorded according to ISO 9660 Level 1, Level
2 or Joliet format and DATA DVDs of Universal
Disk Format (UDF) for the system to recognize
the tracks (or files). You can also play discs
recorded in Multi Session.
See the operating instructions supplied with the
CD-R/CD-RW or DVD-R/DVD-RW drives and
the recording software (not supplied) for details
on the recording format.
About the Multi-Session disc
If MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files are
recorded in the first session, the system will also
play MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files in
other sessions. If audio tracks and images in
audio CD format or video CD format are
recorded in the first session, only the first
session will be played back.
Note
• The system may not be able to play some DATA
CDs/DATA DVDs created in the Packet Write
format.
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Tip
Playback order of MP3 audio
tracks or JPEG image files
• If you add numbers (01, 02, 03, etc.) to the front of the
track (or file) names when you store the tracks (or
files) in a disc, the tracks (or files) will be played in
that order.
The playback order of MP3 audio tracks or
JPEG image files recorded on a DATA CD or
DATA DVD is as follows:
• A disc with many trees takes longer to start playback.
Note
x Structure of disc contents
• Playback order may differ from the illustration
depending on the software you use to create the
DATA CD or DATA DVD, or if there are more than
200 albums and 300 files in each album.
• The system can recognize up to 200 albums, and will
not play any albums beyond the 200th.
• The system may take longer time to playback, when
progressing to the following album or jump to other
album.
Tree 1
Tree 2
Tree 3
Tree 4
Tree 5
• Some type of JPEG files cannot be played.
Track (MP3 audio) or
File (JPEG image)
Album
When you insert a DATA CD or DATA DVD
and press H, the numbered tracks (or files) are
played sequentially, from 1 through 7. Any
sub-albums/tracks (or files) contained within a
currently selected album take priority over the
next album in the same tree. (Example: C
contains D so 4 is played before 5.)
When you press DVD MENU and the list of
names are arranged in the following order:
A t B t C t D t F t G. Albums
that do not contain tracks (or files) (such as
album E) do not appear in the list.
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To stop playback
Playing DATA CDs or
DATA DVDs with MP3
Audio Tracks and JPEG
Image Files
Press x.
To play the next or previous MP3
audio track
Press ./>. Note that you can select the
next album by continuing to press > after the
last track on the current album, but that you
cannot return to the previous album by pressing
.. To return to the previous album, select the
album from the album list.
Selecting an MP3 audio track
or album
To return to the previous display
Press O RETURN.
1
Load a DATA CD or DATA DVD.
To turn off the display
The albums recorded on the DATA CD or
DATA DVD appear. When an album is
being played, its title is shaded.
Press DVD MENU.
Selecting a JPEG image file or
album
(
)
3
3 0
R O C K B E S T H I T
K A R A O K E
M Y F A V O U R I T E S O N G
R & B
1
Load a DATA CD or DATA DVD.
The albums recorded on the DATA CD or
DATA DVD appear. When an album is
being played, its title is shaded.
J A Z Z
C L A S S I C
S A L S A O F C U B A
B O S S A N O V A
(
)
3
3 0
2
Press X/x to select an album.
R O C K B E S T H I T
K A R A O K E
M Y F A V O U R I T E S O N G
R & B
J A Z Z
C L A S S I C
S A L S A O F C U B A
B O S S A N O V A
x When selecting an album
Press H to start playing the selected
album.
x When selecting a track
Press
.
The list of tracks contained in the album
appears.
M Y F A V O U R I T E S O N G
(
)
1
2 5 6
W A L T Z F O R D E B B Y
M Y R O M A N C E
M I L E S T O N E S
M Y F U N N Y V A L E N T I N E
A U T U M N L E A V E S
A L L B L U E S
S O M E D A Y M Y P R I N C E W...
Press X/x to select a track and press
.
The selected track starts playing. You can
turn the track list off by pressing DVD
MENU. Pressing DVD MENU again will
display the album list.
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Press X/x to select an album.
To rotate a JPEG image
When a JPEG image file is displayed on the TV
screen, you can rotate the image by 90 degrees.
Press X/x while viewing an image. Each time
you press X, the image rotates counterclockwise
by 90 degrees.
x When selecting an album
Press H to start playing the selected
album.
x When selecting an image
Press PICTURE NAVI.
Images of files in the album appear in 16
subscreens.
Example of when you press X once:
Rotating direction
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
14
11
15
12
16
13
Press C/X/x/c to select the image you want
to view and press
Press CLEAR to return to normal view.
.
To stop playback
Press x.
Tip
• A scroll box is displayed at the right side of the TV
screen. To display the additional image files, select
the bottom image and press x. To return to the
previous image, select the top image and press X.
To play the next or previous JPEG
image file
Press C/c when the Control Menu display is not
displayed. Note that you can select the next
album by continuing to press c after the last
image on the current album, but that you cannot
return to the previous album by pressing C. To
return to the previous album, select the album
from the album list.
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Press X/x to select the album you want
and press H.
Playing Audio Tracks and
Images as a Slide Show
with Sound
The system starts playing the selected
album.
You can turn the album list on and off by
pressing DVD MENU repeatedly.
Tip
• When you select [AUTO], the system can recognize
up to 300 MP3 tracks and 300 JPEG files in a single
album. When you select [AUDIO (MP3)] or [IMAGE
(JPEG)], the system can recognize up to 600 MP3 or
600 JPEG files in a single album. A maximum of 200
albums can be recognized regardless of the selected
mode.
You can play a slide show with sound by first
placing both MP3 and JPEG files in the same
album on a DATA CD or DATA DVD. When
you play back the DATA CD or DATA DVD,
select [AUTO] mode as explained below.
1
2
Load a DATA CD or DATA DVD.
Press DISPLAY when the system is
Note
• If you set [MODE (MP3, JPEG)] to [IMAGE
(JPEG)] on a disc that contains MP3 tracks only or
[AUDIO (MP3)] on a disc that contains JPEG files
only, you may not be able to change the [MODE
(MP3, JPEG)] setting.
in stop mode.
The Control Menu display appears.
3
Press X/x to select
(MP3, JPEG)], then press
[MODE
.
• PICTURE NAVI does not work when [AUDIO
(MP3)] is selected.
The options for [MODE (MP3, JPEG)]
appear.
• If you play large MP3 track data and JPEG image
data at the same time, the sound may skip. It is
recommended that you set the MP3 bit rate to 128
kbps or lower when creating the file. If the sound still
skips, then reduce the size of the JPEG file.
(
)
)
1 2 2 7
(
1 8 3 4
DATA CD MP3
T
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
AUTO
AUTO
AUDIO (MP3)
IMAGE (JPEG)
Specifying the slide show
duration
(JPEG only)
When you play JPEG image files using slide
show, you can specify the duration for slides to
appear on the TV screen.
4
Press X/x to select a setting.
The default setting is underlined.
• [AUTO]: plays both the JPEG image files
and MP3 audio tracks in the same album
as a slide show.
1
2
Press
DISPLAY twice.
The Control Menu display appears.
• [AUDIO (MP3)]: plays only MP3 audio
tracks continuously.
Press X/x to select
[INTERVAL], then press
.
• [IMAGE (JPEG)]: plays only JPEG
image files as a slide show.
The options for [INTERVAL] appear.
3 ( 12)
5
6
Press
.
1(
4)
DATA CD JPEG
1 0 / 2 9 / 2 0 0 7
NORMAL
NORMAL
FAST
SLOW1
SLOW2
Press DVD MENU.
The list of albums recorded on the DATA
CD or DATA DVD appears.
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Press X/x to select a setting.
3
4
Press X/x to select a setting.
The default setting is underlined.
• [NORMAL]: sets the duration to about 6
to 9 seconds.
• [FAST]: sets the duration shorter than
[NORMAL].
The default setting is underlined.
• [MODE1]: The image sweeps in from top
to bottom.
• [MODE2]: The image stretches out from
left to right of the TV screen.
• [MODE3]: The image stretches out from
the center of the TV screen.
• [SLOW1]: sets the duration longer than
[NORMAL].
• [SLOW2]: sets the duration longer than
[SLOW1].
• [MODE4]: The images randomly cycle
through the effects.
• [MODE5]: The next image slides over the
previous image.
4
Press
.
Note
• [OFF]: turns off this function.
• Some JPEG files may take longer to display than
others, which may make the duration seems longer
than the option you selected. Especially progressive
JPEG files or JPEG files of 3,000,000 pixels or more.
Press
.
Selecting an effect for image
files in the slide show
(JPEG only)
When you play a JPEG image file, you can
select the effect to be used when viewing the
slide show.
1
2
Press
The Control Menu display appears.
Press X/x to select [EFFECT],
then press
DISPLAY twice.
.
The options for [EFFECT] appear.
3 ( 12)
1(
4)
DATA CD JPEG
1 0 / 2 3 / 2 0 0 7
MODE1
MODE1
MODE2
MODE3
MODE4
MODE5
OFF
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Playing VIDEO CDs with
PBC Functions (Ver.2.0)
(PBC Playback)
With PBC (Playback Control) functions, you
can enjoy simple interactive operations, search
functions, and other such operations.
PBC playback allows you to play VIDEO CDs
interactively by following the menu on the TV
screen.
1
Start playing a VIDEO CD with PBC
functions.
The menu for your selection appears.
2
Select the item number you want by the
number buttons.
3
4
Press
.
Follow the instructions in the menu for
interactive operations.
Refer to the operating instructions supplied
with the disc, as the operating procedure
may differ depending on the VIDEO CD.
To go back to the menu
Press O RETURN.
Note
• Depending on the VIDEO CD, [Press ENTER] in
Step 3 may appear as [Press SELECT] in the
operating instructions supplied with the disc. In this
case, press H.
Tip
• To play without using PBC, press ./> or the
number buttons while the system is in stop mode to
select a track, then press H or
. The system starts
continuous play. You cannot play still pictures such
as a menu. To return to PBC playback, press x twice,
then press H.
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To change the preset number
Restart from Step 1.
Tuner Functions
To change the AM tuning interval
(except for Russian and Middle
Eastern models)
Presetting Radio Stations
You can preset 20 FM stations, and 10 AM
stations. Before tuning, make sure to turn down
the volume to minimum.
The AM tuning interval can be set to either
10 kHz or 9 kHz.
To change the AM tuning interval, first tune in
any AM station, then turn off the system by
pressing "/1 on the unit. While holding down
> on the unit, press "/1 on the unit to turn on
the power. If you change the interval, AM preset
stations will be erased.
1
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until
“TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” appears
in the front panel display.
2
Press and hold TUNING + or – until the
auto scanning starts.
To reset the interval, repeat the same procedure.
Scanning stops when the system tunes in a
station. “TUNED” and “ST” (for stereo
program) appear in the front panel display.
3
4
Press SYSTEM MENU.
Press X/x repeatedly until “MEMORY”
appears in the front panel display.
5
Press
or c.
A preset number appears in the front panel
display.
6
Press X/x to select the preset number
you want.
Tip
• You can select the preset number directly by
pressing the number buttons.
7
Press
.
The station is stored.
8
9
Repeat Steps 1 to 7 to store other
stations.
Press SYSTEM MENU.
The system menu turns off.
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If an FM program is noisy
Listening to the Radio
If an FM program is noisy, you can select
monaural reception. There will be no stereo
effect, but reception will improve.
Preset radio stations in the system’s memory
1 Press SYSTEM MENU.
1
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until
“TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” appears
in the front panel display.
2 Press X/x repeatedly until “FM MODE”
appears in the front panel display.
The last received station is tuned in.
2
Press PRESET + or – repeatedly to
select the preset station.
3 Press
or c.
Each time you press the button, the system
tunes in one preset station.
4 Press X/x to select “MONO.”
The default setting is underlined.
• “STEREO”: stereo reception.
• “MONO”: monaural reception.
Tip
• You can select the preset station number directly
by pressing the number buttons.
5 Press
The setting is made.
.
3
Adjust the volume by pressing
VOLUME +/–.
6 Press SYSTEM MENU.
The system menu turns off.
To turn off the radio
Press "/1.
To listen to non-preset radio
stations
Naming preset stations
You can enter a name for preset stations. These
names (for example, “XYZ”) appear in the front
panel display when a station is selected.
Note that no more than one name can be entered
for each preset station.
Use manual or automatic tuning in Step 2.
For manual tuning, press TUNING + or –
repeatedly.
For automatic tuning, press and hold TUNING +
or –. The automatic tuning stops automatically
when the system receives the radio station. To
stop the automatic tuning manually, press
TUNING + or –.
1
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until
“TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” appears
in the front panel display.
The last received station is tuned in.
To listen to radio stations when
you know the frequencies
2
Press PRESET + or – repeatedly to
select the preset station you want to
create an index name for.
Use direct tuning in Step 2.
1 Press D.TUNING.
3
4
Press SYSTEM MENU.
2 Press the number buttons to select the
Press X/x repeatedly until “NAME IN”
appears in the front panel display.
frequencies.
3 Press
.
Tip
• To improve reception, reorient the supplied antennas
(aerials).
5
Press
or c.
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7
Create a name by using the cursor
buttons.
Listening to the XM Radio
Press X/x to select a character, then press c
to move the cursor to the next position.
Letters, numbers, and other symbols can be
input for a radio station.
About XM Satellite Radio
XM Satellite Radio offers an extraordinary
variety of commercial-free music, plus the best
in sports, news, talk and entertainment. XM is
broadcast in superior digital audio from coast to
coast. From rock to reggae, from classical to hip
hop, XM has something for every music fan.
XM’s dedication to playing the richest selection
of music is matched by its passion for live
sporting events, talk radio, up-to-the-minute
news, stand-up comedy, children’s
programming, and much more. For U.S.
customers, information about XM Satellite
Radio is available online at www.xmradio.com.
For Canadian customers, information about XM
Canada is online at www.xmradio.ca.
If you make a mistake
Press C/c repeatedly until the character to
be changed flashes, then press X/x to select
the desired character.
To erase the character, press C/c
repeatedly until the character to be erased
flashes, then press CLEAR.
Press
.
“COMPLETE” appears in the front panel
display, and the station name is stored.
8
Press SYSTEM MENU.
The system menu turns off.
XM Satellite Radio Terms and
Conditions
Tip
• You can check the frequency by pressing DISPLAY
Hardware and required monthly subscription
sold separately. Other fees and taxes, including
a one-time activation fee may apply.
Viewing the station name or
frequency in the front panel
display
Subscription fee is consumer only. All fees and
programming subject to change. Channels with
frequent explicit language are indicated with an
XL. Channel blocking is available for XM radio
receivers by calling 1-800-XMRADIO (US
residents) and 1-877-GET-XMSR (Canadian
residents).
When the system is set to “TUNER FM” or
“TUNER AM,” you can check the frequency
using the front panel display.
For a full listing of the XM commercial-free
channels and advertising-supported channels,
visit lineup.xmradio.com (US residents) or
xmradio.ca (Canadian residents).
Press DISPLAY.
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display
changes as shown.
1 Station name*
Subscriptions subject to Customer Agreement
available at xmradio.com (US residents) and
xmradio.ca (Canadian residents). Only available
in the 48 contiguous United States and Canada.
© 2006 XM Satellite Radio Inc. All rights
reserved. All other trademarks are the property
of their respective owners
2 Frequency**
* This is displayed if you have entered a name for a
preset station.
**Returns to the original display when several seconds
has elapsed.
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To Activate XM Satellite Radio
Note
• To ensure optimal reception of XM’s satellite signal,
move your antenna to various window locations
around your home to see where the best reception will
be received. Most XM customers place the antenna in
a south-facing window with a clear view to the sky.
Once you have installed the XM Mini-Tuner
Dock, inserted the XM Mni-Tuner, connected
®
the XM Dock to your XM Ready home audio
system, and installed the antenna, you are ready
to subscribe and begin receiving XM
programming. There are three places to find
your eight character XM Radio ID: on the XM
Mini-Tuner, on the XM Mini-Tuner package,
and on XM Channel 0. Record the Radio ID in
the following eight squares for reference.
Checking the XM Radio ID
1
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “XM”
appears in the front panel display.
2
3
Press D.TUNING.
ssssssss
Press 0, and then
0.
to select channel
Note: The XM Radio ID does not use the letters
“I,” “O,” “S,” or “F.” Activate your XM Satellite
Radio service in the U.S. online at http://
activate.xmradio.com or call 1-800-XM-
4
Check the XM Radio ID in the front
panel display.
RADIO (1-800-967-2346). You will need a
major credit card. XM will send a signal from
the satellites to activate the full channel lineup.
Activation normally takes 10 to 15 minutes, but
during peak busy periods you may need to keep
your XM Ready home audio system on for up to
an hour. When you can access the full channel
lineup on your XM Ready home audio system
you are done. For more information or to
subscribe in Canada, visit XM on the Web at
www.xmradio.ca or call XM’s Listener Care at
1-877-GET-XMSR (1-877-438-9677)
Receiving XM Radio
broadcasts
Before tuning, make sure to turn down the
volume to minimum.
1
2
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “XM”
appears in the front panel display.
Press TUNING + or – to select a
channel.
For slow tuning, press TUNING + or –
briefly.
For fast tuning, press and hold TUNING +
or –.
Connecting the XM Radio
Before operating the system, connect the XM
Connect-and-Play antenna to the XM jack.
3
Adjust the volume by pressing
VOLUME +/–.
Selecting channels from a
category (Category Tuning)
AM
SAT/CABLE
COMPONENT VIDEO IN
R
AUDIO IN
L
L
VIDEO IN
OPTICAL
Y
Y
P
B/CB
P
R/CR
You can select a channel from one category or
all the categories by changing the category
mode.
S
VIDEO
FM
75
(DVD ONLY)
COAXIAL
ANTENNA
VIDEO
P
B/CB
P
R/CR
R
AUDIO IN
TV
MONITOR OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
XM
DMPORT1
DMPORT2
1
Press CATEGORY MODE repeatedly to
select “ONE CAT.”
• “ALL CAT” : You can select a channel
from all the categories. The initial setting
is “ALL CAT.”
XM Jack
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• “ONE CAT” : You can select a channel
from one category. “CAT” lights up in the
front panel display, when you set to “ONE
CAT” mode.
Displaying the XM Radio
information in the front panel
display
2
Press CATEGORY + or – to select the
category you want.
Press DISPLAY repeatedly.
Each time you press DISPLAY while tuning in
the channel, the display changes 1 t 2 t ...
t 1 t ...
The category is selected and the channel
with the lowest number in the specified
category is selected.
1 Channel name
2 Channel number
3 Category
3
Press TUNING + or – to select the
channel.
4 Artist name/Feature
5 Song/Program title
Note
• When you select a channel in the “ONE CAT” mode,
the channel you selected may not be the one in the
category you want. This is because one channel may
belong to more than one category.
• If you press CATEGORY + or – in the “ALL CAT”
mode, the first channel of the next or previous
category is selected (Category Skip).
Selecting channels by
inputting the channel number
directly (Direct Tuning)
1
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “XM”
appears in the front panel display.
2
3
Press D.TUNING.
Enter the channel number using the
number buttons.
4
Press
.
The selected channel is tune in.
Note
• When you select channels by Direct Tuning, the
category mode is automatically set to “ALL CAT.”
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Selecting the channel by
using the preset numbers
Presetting XM Radio
Channels
1
2
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “XM”
appears in the front panel display.
You can select the channels you want directly by
presetting them using the preset numbers.
You can preset up to 30 XM Radio channels.
Press the number buttons to select the
preset number you want.
You can also select the number by pressing
the PRESET + or –.
Presetting channels
You can select a preset number from 1 to
30.
1
2
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “XM”
appears in the front panel display.
Note
Tune in the channel you want to preset.
• The preset channel information will be updated
depending on the service provided by the XM
Satellite Radio Inc. that you have subscribed to.
• When the XM Radio ID appears in the front panel
cannot preset XM Radio channels. The XM Radio ID
disappears when other than “channel 0” is selected.
For details on selecting channels, see
3
Press SYSTEM MENU.
“MEMORY” appears in the front panel
display.
4
5
Press
.
Press X/x repeatedly to select the
preset number.
Preset numbers from 1 to 30 are available,
and channel 1 is preset for all the preset
numbers when you purchase the unit.
Tip
• You can select the preset number directly by
pressing the number buttons.
6
Press
.
The channel is stored as the selected preset
number.
7
8
Repeat 2 to 6 to preset another
channel.
Press SYSTEM MENU.
The system menu turns off.
To change the preset number
Restart from Step 1.
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XM Radio messages list
Message appears Explanation/Remedies
ANTENNA
The XM antenna is not
connected or transmission is not
being received properly.
,Make sure that the antenna is
securely connected.
Try to disconnect the
antenna then reconnect, or
turn off the power then turn
back on.
UPDATING
NO SIGNAL
LOADING
The encryption code is being
updated.
,Wait until the encryption
code has been updated.
The signal strength is too weak.
,Adjust the antenna so that
the signal strength is as
strong as possible.
The audio channel or
information is being acquired.
,Wait until the audio channel
or information has been
acquired.
OFF AIR
The selected channel is off the
air.
,Make sure that you selected
the channel properly.
Try to select another
channel.
----
There is no characteristic
information such as an artist
name, song title or program title
available.
--
The preset number entered is
invalid number.
,Enter a number from 1 to 30.
CH ---
The selected channel is not
available.
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Manufacturer
RCA/PROSCAN
SAMSUNG
Code number
503, 510, 544
Other Operations
515, 517, 544, 557, 566, 569,
574
Controlling the TV with the
Supplied Remote
SANYO
SHARP
508, 545, 567
517, 535, 565
TELEFUNKEN/
SABA
530, 537, 547, 549, 558
By adjusting the remote signal, you can control
your TV with the supplied remote.
THOMSON
TOSHIBA
ZENITH
530, 537, 547, 549
535, 541, 551
543, 567
Note
• When you replace the batteries of the remote, the
code number may reset itself to the default (SONY)
setting. Reset the appropriate code number.
CATV
Manufacturer
Code number
Controlling TVs with the
remote
SONY
821, 824, 825
HAMLIN/REGAL 836, 837, 838, 839, 840
JERROLD
830, 831
Press and hold TV [/1 while entering your
TV’s manufacturer’s code (see the table)
using the number buttons. Then release TV
[/1.
JERROLD/GI
806, 807, 808, 809, 810, 811,
812, 813, 814
OAK
841, 842, 843
If you set successfully the manufacturer’s code,
the TV button flashes twice slowly. If the setting
is unsuccessful, the TV button flashes five times
quickly.
PANASONIC
PIONEER
816, 826, 832, 833, 834, 835
828, 829
SCIENTIFIC
ATLANTA
815, 816, 817, 844
TOCOM/PHILIPS
ZENITH
830, 831
826, 827
Code numbers of controllable TVs
If more than one code number is listed, try
entering them one at a time until you find the one
that works with your TV.
To control the TV
You can control the TV by using following
buttons.
TV
Manufacturer
SONY/AIWA
DAEWOO
FISHER
Code number
501 (default)
503, 506, 515, 544
508, 545
By pressing
TV [/1
You can
Turn the TV on or off.
TV INPUT
Switch the TV’s input source
between the TV and other input
sources.
GRUNDIG
HITACHI
533
503, 514, 515, 517, 544, 557
521, 522
TV VOL +/–*
TV CH +/–*
Adjust the TV volume.
Select the TV channel.
ITT/NOKIA
JVC
516
Number buttons* Select the TV channel.
LG/GOLDSTAR
LOEWE
503, 515, 517, 544, 568
515
TOOLS*
Displays the operation menu for
the current display.
MAGNAVOX
503, 515, 517, 518, 544, 566
RETURN*
Return to the previous channel or
layer on the menu of the TV.
MITSUBISHI/MGA 503, 527, 544, 566, 568
TV MENU*
MUTING*
Display the menu of the TV.
PANASONIC
PHILIPS
509, 553, 572
518, 557, 558
509, 525, 551
Turn off the TV sound
temporarily.
PIONEER
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By pressing
You can
Using the THEATRE SYNC
Function
C/X/x/c*,
ENTER*
*, Select the item on the menu.
* To use these buttons while in the TV mode (the TV
button lights up), press the TV button.
THEATRE SYNC allows you to turn on your
Sony TV and this system, changes the system
mode to “DVD,” and then switches the TV’s
input source you set with one button push.
- is for selecting a channel number greater than
10. (For example, for channel 25, press -, then
2 and 5.)
Note
Preparing for the THEATRE
SYNC function
• Depending on the TV, you may not be able to control
your TV or to use some of the buttons above.
• The TV mode turns off when you do not operate the
remote for 10 seconds.
Register the TV’s input source connected to this
system.
Press and hold TV INPUT while entering the
code for the TV’s input source connected
to this unit (see the table) using the number
buttons.
The TV’s input source is selected.
If you successfully set the TV’s input source
code, the TV button flashes twice slowly. If the
setting is unsuccessful, the TV button flashes
five times quickly.
Set your TV’s input to the input you used to
connect the unit. For details, see the operating
instructions of your TV.
By pressing Number
TV’s input source
TV INPUT
0
No input source
(Default)
1
VIDEO1
2
VIDEO2
3
VIDEO3
4
VIDEO4
5
VIDEO5
6
VIDEO6
7
VIDEO7
8
VIDEO8
9*
COMPONENT 1
COMPONENT 2
COMPONENT 3
CLEAR*
PICTURE
NAVI*
AUDIO*
COMPONENT 4
SUBTITLE* HDMI 1
ANGLE*
HDMI 2
HDMI 3
VIDEO
FORMAT*
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Note
By pressing Number
TV’s input source
• This function is only for Sony TVs. (This function
may not work on some Sony TVs.)
MOVIE/
MUSIC*
HDMI 4
• If distance between TV and this unit is too far, this
function may not work. Install the unit near the TV.
• Keep the remote pointed in the direction of the TV
and this unit while the TV button is flashing.
• Keep the remote pointed in the direction of the TV
and this unit while entering the code.
DYNAMIC HDMI 5
BASS*
* Except for North American models.
Operating theTHEATRESYNC
function
Point the remote to the direction of TV and this
unit, then press THEATRE SYNC once.
While transmitting the code from the remote, the
TV button flashes.
If this function does not work, change the
transmit time. The transmit time varies
depending on the TV.
To change the transmit time
Press and hold TV CH +* while entering the
code for transmit time (see the table) using
the number buttons.
The transmit time from the remote is selected.
If you successfully set the transmit time code,
the TV button flashes twice slowly. If the setting
is unsuccessful, the TV button flashes five times
quickly.
* Functions as both TV CH + and SOUND FIELD +
button.
By pressing Number
Transmit time
TV CH +
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
0.5 (Default)
1
1.5
2
3
4
5
6
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Using the Sound Effect
Using the Sleep Timer
You can set the system to turn off at a preset
time, so you can fall asleep listening to music.
You can preset the time in 1 or 10-minutes
increments.
Reinforcing bass frequencies
You can reinforce bass frequencies.
Press DYNAMIC BASS.
Press SLEEP.
Bass frequencies are effectively reinforced.
Each time you press this button, the minutes
display (the remaining time) changes as follows:
To turn off the sound effect
Press DYNAMIC BASS again.
SLEEP 90M t SLEEP 80M t SLEEP 70M
R
r
SLEEP OFF T SLEEP 10M ..... SLEEP 60M
When you set the sleep timer, “SLEEP” lights
up in the front panel display.
To check the remaining time
Press SLEEP once.
To change the remaining time
Press SLEEP repeatedly to select the desired
time.
To cancel the sleep timer
function
Press SLEEP repeatedly until “SLEEP OFF”
appears in the front panel display.
To set the sleep timer using the
system menu
1 Press SYSTEM MENU.
2 Press X/x repeatedly until “SLEEP” appears
in the front panel display, then press
or
c.
3 Press X/x to select a setting.
The minutes display (the remaining time)
changes as follows:
SLEEP 90M y SLEEP 80M y SLEEP 70M
Y
Y
SLEEP OFF y SLEEP 10M ..... SLEEP 60M
Tip
• You can select the remaining time by pressing
the number buttons. In this case, you can preset
the time in 1-minute increments.
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4 Press
.
Changing the Brightness
of the Front Panel Display
The setting is made and “SLEEP” lights up in
the front panel display.
5 Press SYSTEM MENU.
The system menu turns off.
The brightness of the front panel display can be
set to either of 2 levels.
1
2
Press SYSTEM MENU.
Press X/x repeatedly until “DIMMER”
appears in the front panel display, then
press
or c.
3
Press X/x to select the brightness of
the front panel display.
The default setting is underlined.
• “DIMMER OFF”: Bright.
• “DIMMER ON”: The front panel display
and the Sony logo become dark.
4
5
Press
.
The setting is made.
Press SYSTEM MENU.
The system menu turns off.
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Note
• Depending on the type of DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter (not supplied), you may be able to operate a
connected component using either the buttons on the
remote or the unit. The following illustration shows
an example of buttons that can be used in this case.
Using the DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT Adapter
The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT)
adapter is for enjoying sound from a portable
audio source or computer. By connecting a
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, you can
enjoy sound from the connected component on
the system.
Available DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters
vary in each area.
For details on connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter, see “Connecting Other
Note
./>
H
• Do not connect an adaptor other than the DIGITAL
MEDIA PORT adapter.
• Do not connect or disconnect the DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter to/from the unit while the system is
turned on.
x
X
• Depending on the type of DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter (not supplied), the images are also output. In
this case, the system outputs the composite video
signal only regardless of the type of video signal.
Playing the connected
component on the system
1
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until
“DMPORT1” or “DMPORT2” appears in
the front panel display.
2
Start playback of the connected
component.
The sound and images from the connected
component are played on the system or
connected TV.
For operation details, see the operating
instructions of the DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter (not supplied).
Tip
• When listening to MP3 or other compressed music
using a portable audio source, you can enhance the
sound. Press SOUND FIELD +/– repeatedly until
“A.F.D. STD” appears in the front panel display. To
cancel, select other than “A.F.D. STD.”
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To insert a disc while the child
lock function is on
Deactivating the Buttons
on the Unit
Press Z on the remote to open the disc tray and
press DISC SKIP repeatedly until the desired
DISC indicator (1-5) lights up, then place a disc
on the tray and press Z on the remote.
(Child Lock)
You can deactivate the buttons on the unit
(except for "/1) for preventing misoperation,
such as child mischief (child lock function).
When the child lock function is activated, the
buttons on the unit are locked and “
up in the front panel display. (You can operate
the system by using the remote.)
” lights
Note
• When you operate the buttons on the unit while the
child lock function is on, “CHILD LOCK” appears in
the front panel display.
1
2
Press SYSTEM MENU.
Press X/x repeatedly until “CHILD
LOCK” appears in the front panel
display, then press
or c.
3
Press X/x to select a setting.
The default setting is underlined.
• “OFF”: Child lock function off.
• “ON”: Child lock function on.
4
5
Tip
Press
.
The setting is made.
Press SYSTEM MENU.
The system menu turns off.
• You can activate the child lock function by pressing
x for more than 5 seconds (“
” lights up in the
front panel display).
To cancel, press x for more than 5 seconds so that
” disappears from the front panel display.
“
To remove a disc while the child
lock function is on
Press Z on the remote and press DISC SKIP
repeatedly until the desired DISC indicator (1-5)
lights up.
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Press X/x to select [ON t], then press
.
Advanced Settings and Adjustments
x If you have not entered a password
The display for registering a new password
appears.
Locking Discs
(CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL,
PARENTAL CONTROL)
PARENTAL CONTROL
Enter a new 4-digit password,
ENTER
You can set two kinds of playback restrictions
for the desired disc.
then press
.
• Custom Parental Control
You can set playback restrictions so that the
system will not play inappropriate discs.
• Parental Control
Enter a 4-digit password using the number
buttons, then press
.
Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be
limited according to a predetermined level
such as the age of the users. Scenes may be
blocked or replaced with different scenes.
The same password is used for both Custom
Parental Control and Parental Control.
The display for confirming the password
appears.
x When you have already registered a
password
The display for entering the password
appears.
Preventing playback of
specific discs [CUSTOM
PARENTAL CONTROL]
PARENTAL CONTROL
Enter password, then press ENTER
.
You can set the same Custom Parental Control
password for up to 40 discs. When you set the
41st-disc, the first disc is canceled.
1
2
3
Insert the disc you want to lock.
5
Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password
using the number buttons, then press
.
If the disc is playing, press x to stop
playback.
Press
DISPLAY while the system is
[Custom parental control is set.] appears
and the TV screen returns to the Control
Menu display.
in stop mode.
The Control Menu display appears.
Press X/x to select
[PARENTAL CONTROL], then press
To turn off the Custom Parental
Control function
.
The options for [PARENTAL CONTROL]
appear.
(
)
)
1 2 2 7
2 Press X/x to select [OFF t], then press
(
1 8 3 4
DVD VIDEO
T
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
.
3 Enter your 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press
.
OFF
ON
PLAYER
PASSWORD
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3
Press X/x to select
[PARENTAL CONTROL], then press
To play a disc for which Custom
Parental Control is set
.
1 Insert the disc for which Custom Parental
The options for [PARENTAL CONTROL]
appear.
Control is set.
The [CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL]
display appears.
(
)
)
1 2 2 7
(
1 8 3 4
DVD VIDEO
T
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL
Custom parental control is already
OFF
ON
PLAYER
PASSWORD
set. To play, enter your password
ENTER
and press
.
Press X/x to select [PLAYER t], then
press
.
2 Enter your 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press
The system is ready for playback.
x If you have not entered a password
The display for registering a new password
appears.
.
Tip
• If you forget your password, enter the 6-digit number
“199703” using the number buttons when the
[CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL] display asks
PARENTAL CONTROL
Enter a new 4-digit password,
you for your password, then press
will ask you to enter a new 4-digit password.
. The display
ENTER
then press
.
Limiting playback for children
[PARENTAL CONTROL]
(DVD only)
Enter a 4-digit password using the number
buttons, then press
.
The display for confirming the password
appears.
Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be limited
according to a predetermined level such as the
age of the users. The [PARENTAL CONTROL]
function allows you to set a playback limitation
level.
x When you have already registered a
password
The display for entering the password
appears.
1
Press
in stop mode.
DISPLAY while the system is
The Control Menu display appears.
PARENTAL CONTROL
Enter password, then press ENTER
.
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4
5
Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password
using the number buttons, then press
.
8
Press X/x to select the level you want,
then press
.
Parental Control setting is complete.
The display for setting the playback
limitation level appears.
PARENTAL CONTROL
LEVEL:
4: PG13
USA
STANDARD:
PARENTAL CONTROL
LEVEL:
OFF
USA
STANDARD:
The lower the value, the stricter the
limitation.
To turn off the Parental Control
function
Press X/x to select [STANDARD], then
press
.
The selection items for [STANDARD] are
displayed.
Set [LEVEL] to [OFF] in Step 8.
To play a disc for which Parental
Control is set
PARENTAL CONTROL
1 Insert the disc and press H.
The display for entering your password
appears.
LEVEL:
OFF
USA
USA
STANDARD:
OTHERS
2 Enter your 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press
.
The system starts playback.
6
7
Press X/x to select a geographic area
as the playback limitation level, then
Tip
• If you forget your password, remove the disc and
repeat steps 1 to 3 of “Preventing playback of specific
you are asked to enter your password, enter “199703”
press
.
The area is selected.
When you select [OTHERS t], select and
enter a standard code in the table of
(page 107) using the number buttons.
using the number buttons, then press
. The display
will ask you to enter a new 4-digit password. After
you enter a new 4-digit password, replace the disc in
the unit and press H. When the display for entering
your password appears, enter your new password.
Press X/x to select [LEVEL], then press
.
Note
The selection items for [LEVEL] are
displayed.
• When you play discs which do not have the Parental
Control function, playback cannot be limited on this
system.
• Depending on the disc, you may be asked to change
the parental control level while playing the disc. In
this case, enter your password, then change the level.
If the Resume Play mode is canceled, the level returns
to the previous level.
PARENTAL CONTROL
LEVEL:
OFF
OFF
STANDARD:
8:
7: NC17
6:
5:
R
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Changing the password
Getting Optimal Surround
Sound for a Room
1
Press
in stop mode.
DISPLAY while the system is
The Control Menu display appears.
(SPEAKER FORMATION)
2
Press X/x to select
[PARENTAL CONTROL], then press
Depending on the shape of the room, there will
be some speakers you cannot install. For the
better surround sound, it is recommended that
first you decide the position of the speakers.
.
The options for [PARENTAL CONTROL]
appear.
1
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until
“DVD” appears in the front panel
display.
3
Press X/x to select [PASSWORD t],
then press
.
The display for entering the password
appears.
2
Press
DISPLAY when the system is
in stop mode.
4
5
6
Enter your 4-digit password using the
The Control Menu display appears.
number buttons, then press
Enter a new 4-digit password using the
number buttons, then press
.
3
4
Press X/x to select
FORMATION], then press
[SPEAKER
.
.
To confirm your password, re-enter it
using the number buttons, then press
.
(
(
)
)
1
3
T
4 4
2 8
DVD VIDEO
0 : 0 3 : 0 4
SPEAKER FORMATION
SPEAKER FORMATION
AUTO CALIBRATION
If you make a mistake entering
your password
Press C before you press
correct number.
and input the
Press X/x to select [SPEAKER
FORMATION], then press
.
The options for [SPEAKER
FORMATION] appear.
SPEAKER FORMATION
STANDARD
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Press C/c to select a setting.
• [ALL FRONT]: when installing all the
speakers in front of the listening position.
• [STANDARD]: when installing all the
speakers normally.
• [ALL FRONT - NO CENTER]: when
installing the front and surround speakers
in front of the listening position.
Note
• When the wireless kit WAHT-SD1 (supplied
with DAV-HDX501W only) is installed,
[STANDARD (WIRELESS)] appears instead.
For details, see the operating instructions of the
WAHT-SD1.
• [NO CENTER]: when installing the front
and surround speakers.
• [SECOND ROOM]: when installing the
front speakers in one room and surround
speakers in another.
• [NO SURROUND]: when installing the
center and front speakers.
Note
• Speaker sound in the other room is the same as
that of the front and surround speakers.
• [FRONT ONLY]: when installing the
front speakers.
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Tip
• When the wireless kit WAHT-SD1 (supplied
with DAV-HDX501W only) is installed,
[STANDARD (WIRED)] appears. For details,
see the operating instructions of the WAHT-
SD1.
Calibrating the
Appropriate Settings
Automatically
(AUTO CALIBRATION)
D. C. A. C. (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration)
can set the appropriate surround sound
automatically.
Note
• Loud test sound is output when [AUTO
CALIBRATION] starts. You cannot turn the volume
down. Give consideration to children and neighbor.
1
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until
“DVD” appears in the front panel
display.
6
7
Press
.
The setting is made.
Press X/x to select [YES] or [NO], then
press
2
Press
DISPLAY when the system is
.
in stop mode.
• [YES]: continue with [AUTO
CALIBRATION], see Step 4 of
The Control Menu display appears.
3
4
Press X/x to select
[SPEAKER
FORMATION], then press
.
• [NO]: exit [SPEAKER FORMATION].
(
(
)
)
1
3
T
4 4
2 8
DVD VIDEO
SPEAKER FORMATION
0 : 0 3 : 0 4
SPEAKER FORMATION
SPEAKER FORMATION
AUTO CALIBRATION
Continue with AUTO CALIBRATION?
YES
NO
Press X/x to select [AUTO
CALIBRATION], then press
.
Note
• In order to enjoy the surround sound after you change
the position of the speakers, it is recommended you
set [SPEAKER FORMATION], and then set [AUTO
CALIBRATION].
The options for [AUTO CALIBRATION]
appear.
AUTO CALIBRATION
• To set [AUTO CALIBRATION], you need to
connect the supplied calibration mic.
Connect calibration mic. Start
measurement?
• The front panel display indicates the selected
[SPEAKER FORMATION]. It does not indicate the
speakers which output sound.
YES
NO
• When you change the [CONNECTION] setting in
[SPEAKER SETUP], the [SPEAKER
FORMATION] setting returns to [STANDARD].
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Connect the calibration mic to the A.CAL
MIC jack on the front panel, and set it up at
the ear level using a tripod, etc. (not
supplied). The front of each speaker should
face the calibration mic, and there should be
no obstruction between the speakers and the
calibration mic. Be quiet during the
measurement.
Note
• Avoid being in the measurement area and
making noise during the measurement (about
one minute), to avoid measurement failure.
During the measurement, test signals are output
from the speakers.
• The environment of the room in which the
system is installed may affect measurements.
• If an error message appears, follow the message,
then select [YES].
An error message appears when:
– the headphones are connected.
– the calibration mic is not connected.
– front speakers are not correctly connected.
– surround speakers are not correctly
connected.
AUDIO IN / A.CAL MIC
Calibration mic
– front and surround speakers are not correctly
connected.
– subwoofer is not connected.
6
Press C/X/x/c to select [YES] or [NO],
then press
.
x The measurement is OK.
Disconnect the calibration mic, then select
[YES]. The result is implemented.
Measurement complete.
FRONT L :
FRONT R :
16ft 4.87m 0.0dB
16ft 4.87m 0.0dB
16ft 4.87m + 1.0dB
16ft 4.87m + 4.0dB
CENTER
:
SUBWOOFER :
SURROUND L :
SURROUND R :
10ft 3.04m
10ft 3.04m
-
2.0dB
2.0dB
-
If OK, unplug calibration mic and select
“YES”.
YES
NO
x The measurement is not OK.
Follow the message, then select [YES] to
retry.
5
Press X/x to select [YES], then press
.
Measurement failure.
Calibration starts.
Check speaker connection.
Retry?
Measuring. Please wait a moment.
YES
NO
Tip
• You can check the distance between the listening
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Note
• While the Auto Calibration function works:
– do not turn off the power.
– do not press any button.
Using the Setup Display
By using the Setup Display, you can make
various adjustments to items such as picture and
sound.
For an overall list of Setup Display items, see
– do not change the volume.
– do not change the function.
– do not change the disc.
– do not insert or eject a disc.
– do not connect the headphones.
– do not disconnect the calibration mic.
Displayed items vary depending on the country
model.
Note
• Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over
the Setup Display settings and not all the functions
described may work.
1
Press
in stop mode.
DISPLAY when the system is
The Control Menu display appears.
2
Press X/x to select
then press
The options for [SETUP] appear.
[SETUP],
.
(
)
)
1 2 2 7
(
1 8 3 4
DVD VIDEO
T
0 : 0 0 : 0 2
QUICK
QUICK
CUSTOM
RESET
3
Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then
press
.
The Setup Display appears.
LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD:
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ORIGINAL
MENU:
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:
AUDIO FOLLOW
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Press X/x to select the setup item from
the displayed list: [LANGUAGE
SETUP], [SCREEN SETUP], [CUSTOM
SETUP], or [SPEAKER SETUP]. Then
To reset all of the [SETUP]
settings
1 Select [RESET] in Step 3 and press
.
press
.
2 Select [YES] using X/x.
You can also quit the process and return to the
The Setup item is selected.
Example: [SCREEN SETUP]
Control Menu display by selecting [NO] here.
3 Press
.
Selected item
return to the default settings. Do not press [/
1 while resetting the system as it takes a few
seconds to complete.
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE:
16:9
ON
SCREEN SAVER:
BACKGROUND:
4:3 OUTPUT:
JACKET PICTURE
FULL
Note
• When you turn the system on after resetting and no
disc is in the unit, the guide message appears on the
Setup items
press
, to return to normal screen, press CLEAR.
5
6
Select an item using X/x, then press
.
The options for the selected item appear.
Example: [TV TYPE]
SCREEN SETUP
16:9
16:9
4:3 LETTER BOX
4:3 PAN SCAN
TV TYPE:
SCREEN SAVER:
BACKGROUND:
4:3 OUTPUT:
Options
Select a setting using X/x, then press
.
The setting is selected and setup is
complete.
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE:
4:3 LETTER BOX
ON
JACKET PICTURE
FULL
SCREEN SAVER:
BACKGROUND:
4:3 OUTPUT:
Selected setting
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Setting the Display or
Sound Track Language
[LANGUAGE SETUP]
Settings for the Display
[SCREEN SETUP]
Choose settings according to the TV to be
connected.
[LANGUAGE SETUP] allows you to set
various languages for the on-screen display or
sound track.
Select [SCREEN SETUP] in the Setup Display.
For details, see “Using the Setup Display”
Select [LANGUAGE SETUP] in the Setup
Display. For details, see “Using the Setup
The default settings are underlined.
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE:
YCB
16:9
YCB
CR/RGB (HDMI):
CR
LANGUAGE SETUP
SCREEN SAVER:
BACKGROUND:
BLACK LEVEL:
ON
JACKET PICTURE
ON
OSD:
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
MENU:
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:
ORIGINAL
OFF
BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT):
4:3 OUTPUT:
AUDIO FOLLOW
FULL
x [TV TYPE]
Selects the aspect ratio of the connected TV (4:3
standard or wide).
x [OSD] (On-Screen Display)
Switches the display language on the TV screen.
The default setting varies, depending on the
country model.
x [MENU] (DVD VIDEO only)
You can select the desired language for the
disc’s menu.
[16:9]
Select this when you connect a
wide-screen TV or a TV with a
wide mode function.
x [AUDIO] (DVD VIDEO only)
Switches the language of the sound track.
When you select [ORIGINAL], the language
given priority in the disc is selected.
[4:3 LETTER
BOX]
Select this when you connect a 4:3
screen TV. Displays a wide picture
with bands on the upper and lower
portions of the TV screen.
x [SUBTITLE] (DVD VIDEO only)
Switches the language of the subtitle recorded
on the DVD VIDEO.
When you select [AUDIO FOLLOW], the
language for the subtitles changes according to
the language you selected for the sound track.
[4:3 PAN SCAN]
Select this when you connect a 4:3
screen TV. Automatically displays
the wide picture on the entire
screen and cuts off the portions
that do not fit.
Tip
• If you select [OTHERS t] in [MENU], [AUDIO],
and [SUBTITLE], select and enter a language code
number buttons.
Note
• When you select a language in [MENU], [AUDIO],
or [SUBTITLE] that is not recorded on the DVD
VIDEO, one of the recorded languages will be
automatically selected (depending on the disc, the
language may not be selected automatically).
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[16:9]
[JACKET
PICTURE]
The jacket picture (still picture)
appears, but only when the jacket
picture is already recorded on the
disc (CD-EXTRA, etc.). If the
disc does not contain a jacket
picture, the [GRAPHICS] picture
appears.
[4:3 LETTER BOX]
[4:3 PAN SCAN]
[GRAPHICS]
A preset picture stored in the
system appears.
[BLUE]
The background color is blue.
The background color is black.
[BLACK]
x [BLACK LEVEL]
Note
Selects the black level (setup level) for the video
signals output from the jacks other than
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/HDMI OUT.
• Depending on the DVD, [4:3 LETTER BOX] may be
selected automatically instead of [4:3 PAN SCAN] or
vice versa.
x [YCBCR/RGB (HDMI)]
Selects the type of HDMI signal output from
HDMI OUT jack.
[ON]
Sets the black level of the output
signal to the standard level.
[OFF]
Lowers the standard black level.
Use this when the picture becomes
too white.
[YCBCR]
[RGB]
Outputs YCBCR signals.
Outputs RGB signals.
x [BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT)]
Selects the black level (setup level) for the video
signals output from the COMPONENT VIDEO
OUT jacks.
Note
• If the playback picture becomes distorted, set
[YCBCR] to [RGB].
• If the HDMI OUT jack is connected to equipment
with a DVI jack, [RGB] signals will be automatically
output even when you select [YCBCR].
You cannot select this and the setting is not
effective when the system outputs progressive
signal.
x [SCREEN SAVER]
[OFF]
[ON]
Sets the black level of the output
signal to the standard level.
The screen saver image appears when you leave
the system in pause or stop mode for 15 minutes,
or when you play back a CD, DATA CD (MP3
audio), or DATA DVD (MP3 audio) for more
than 15 minutes. The screen saver will help
prevent your display device from becoming
Raise the standard black level.
Use this when the picture becomes
too black.
x [4:3 OUTPUT]
damaged (ghosting). Press any button (e.g.,
button) to cancel the screen saver.
H
This setting is effective only when you set [TV
TYPE] in [SCREEN SETUP] to [16:9]
(page 88). Adjust to watch 4:3 aspect ratio
progressive signals. If you can change the aspect
ratio on your progressive format (525p/625p)
compatible TV, change the setting on your TV,
not the system. Note that this setting is effective
only for HDMI connection or progressive
signals output from the COMPONENT VIDEO
OUT jacks.
[ON]
Turns on the screen saver.
Turns off the screen saver.
[OFF]
x [BACKGROUND]
Selects the background color or picture on the
TV screen in stop mode or while playing a CD,
DATA CD (MP3 audio), or DATA DVD (MP3
audio).
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Note
• This setting is effective only when
“PROGRESSIVE” is selected by using VIDEO
Custom Settings
[CUSTOM SETUP]
Use this to set up playback related and other
settings.
[FULL]
Select this when you can change
the aspect ratio on your TV.
[NORMAL]
Select this when you cannot
change the aspect ratio on your
TV. Shows a 16:9 aspect ratio
signal with black bands on left and
right sides of the image.
Select [CUSTOM SETUP] in the Setup Display.
For details, see “Using the Setup Display”
The default settings are underlined.
CUSTOM SETUP
OFF
OFF
AUTO
OFF
ON
HDMI CONTROL:
STB SYNCHRO:
PAUSE MODE:
TRACK SELECTION:
MULTI-DISC RESUME:
AUDIO DRC:
OFF
OFF
AUDIO (HDMI):
16:9 aspect ratio TV
x [HDMI CONTROL]
Switches the HDMI CONTROL function on or
off. This function is available when you connect
the system and TV with the HDMI cord. For
details on this function, see the HDMI
CONTROL Guide (supplied separately).
[OFF]
[ON]
Sets the HDMI CONTROL
function to off.
Sets the HDMI CONTROL
function to on.
You can operate mutually
between components that are
connected with the HDMI cord.
Note
• When you set to [ON] without the HDMI connection
of the TV, [Please verify the HDMI connection]
appears and you can not set to [ON].
x [STB SYNCHRO]
Switches the STB SYNCHRO function on or
off. This function is available when you connect
the system and TV with the HDMI cord and you
set [HDMI CONTROL] to [ON]. For details on
this function, see the HDMI CONTROL Guide
(supplied separately).
[OFF]
Sets the STB SYNCHRO function
to off.
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x [AUDIO DRC] (DVD VIDEO only)
Narrows the dynamic range of the sound track.
Useful for watching movies at low volume late
at night.
[ON]
Sets the STB SYNCHRO function
to on.
Note
• This function is available only when you set [HDMI
CONTROL] to [ON].
[OFF]
No compression of dynamic
range.
x [PAUSE MODE] (DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/
DVD-RW only)
Selects the picture in pause mode.
[STANDARD]
Reproduces the sound track with
the kind of dynamic range that the
recording engineer intended.
[AUTO]
[MAX]
The picture, including subjects
that move dynamically, is output
with no jitter. Normally select this
position.
Compresses dynamic range fully.
x [AUDIO (HDMI)]
Selects the audio output status from the HDMI
OUT jack.
[FRAME]
The picture, including subjects
that do not move dynamically, is
output in high resolution.
[OFF]
[ON]
The sound is not output from the
HDMI OUT jack.
x [TRACK SELECTION] (DVD VIDEO only)
Gives the sound track which contains the highest
number of channels priority when you play a
DVD VIDEO on which multiple audio formats
(PCM, DTS, MPEG audio, or Dolby Digital
format) are recorded.
Outputs audio signals by
converting Dolby Digital, DTS, or
96 kHz/24 bit PCM signals to 48
kHz/ 16 bit PCM.
Note
• When you connect the unit and TV with the HDMI
cord and [ON] is selected, AUDIO DRC, A/V SYNC,
DYNAMIC BASS, MOVIE/MUSIC, and sound field
are not applied to the sound that is output from the
TV.
[OFF]
No priority given.
Priority given.
[AUTO]
Note
• When you set the item to [AUTO], the language may
change. The [TRACK SELECTION] setting has
higher priority than the [AUDIO] settings in
the disc, this function may not work.)
• If PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital sound, and MPEG audio
tracks have the same number of channels, the system
selects PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital sound, and MPEG
audio tracks in this order.
x [MULTI-DISC RESUME] (DVD VIDEO/
VIDEO CD only)
Switches the Multi-disc Resume setting on or
off.
[ON]
Stores the resume settings in
memory for up to 40 discs.
[OFF]
Does not store the resume settings
in memory. Playback restarts at
the resume point only for the
current disc in the unit.
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Note
• When you change the [CONNECTION] setting, the
[SPEAKER FORMATION] setting returns to
[STANDARD].
Settings for the Speakers
[SPEAKER SETUP]
x [DISTANCE (FRONT)]
To obtain the best possible surround sound, set
connection of the speakers and their distance
from your listening position. Then use the test
tone to adjust the level and the balance of the
speakers to the same level.
The default distance setting for the speakers in
relation to the listening position is shown below.
When you set the distance using the Quick Setup
(page 24), the settings is automatically
displayed.
Select [SPEAKER SETUP] in the Setup
Display. For details, see “Using the Setup
The default settings are underlined.
Note
• You cannot operate these setup items when you
connect headphones to the unit.
0.00 - 7.00 m2)
0 - 23 ft
/
SPEAKER SETUP
CONNECTION:
DISTANCE(FRONT):
DISTANCE(SURROUND):
LEVEL(FRONT):
LEVEL(SURROUND):
TEST TONE:
FRONT:
OFF
YES
YES
YES
YES
CENTER:
SURROUND:
SUBWOOFER:
Be sure to change the value in the Setup Display
when you move the speakers.
To return to the default setting
when changing a setting
[L/R]
Front speaker distance from the
listening position can be set from
0.00 to 7.00 meters2) (0 to 23 ft).
Select the item, then press CLEAR. Note that
only the [CONNECTION] setting does not
return to the default setting.
3.00 m/10 ft1)3)
[CENTER]
Center speaker distance from the
listening position can be set from
0.00 to 7.00 meters2) (0 to 23 ft).
3.00 m/10 ft1)3)
(appears when you
x [CONNECTION]
If you do not connect center or surround
speakers, set the parameters for [CENTER] and
[SURROUND]. Since the front speaker and
subwoofer setting is fixed, you cannot change
them.
set [CENTER] to
[YES] in the
[CONNECTION]
setting.)
[SUBWOOFER]
3.00 m/10 ft1)3)
Subwoofer distance from the
listening position can be set from
0.00 to 7.00 meters2) (0 to 23 ft).
[FRONT]
[YES]
[CENTER]
[YES]: Normally select this.
[NONE]: Select this if no center
speaker is used.
default settings are changed.
2)0.00 to 7.01 meters for North American models.
3)3.04 m/10 ft for North American models.
[SURROUND]
[YES]: Normally select this.
[NONE]: Select this if no
surround speaker is used.
[SUBWOOFER]
[YES]
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x [DISTANCE (SURROUND)]
[CENTER]
0.0 dB
(appears when you
set [CENTER] to
[YES] in the
[CONNECTION]
setting.)
Set this between –6.0 dB and
+6.0 dB.
The default distance setting for the speakers in
relation to the listening position is shown below.
When you set the distance using the Quick Setup
(page 24), the settings is automatically
displayed.
[SUBWOOFER]
+2.0 dB
Set this between –6.0 dB and
+6.0 dB.
x [LEVEL (SURROUND)]
You can vary the level of surround speakers as
follows. Be sure to set [TEST TONE] to [ON]
for easy adjustment.
0.00 - 7.00 m2)
0 - 23 ft
/
[L/R]
0.0 dB
(appears when you
Set this between –6.0 dB and
+6.0 dB.
set [SURROUND]
to [YES] in the
[CONNECTION]
setting.)
Be sure to change the value in the Setup Display
when you move the speakers.
To adjust the volume of all the
speakers at one time
[L/R]
Surround speaker distance
from the listening position can
be set from 0.00 to 7.00
meters2) (0 to 23 ft).
Turn the VOLUME control on the unit, or press
VOLUME +/– on the remote.
3.00 m/10 ft1)3)
(appears when you
set [SURROUND] to
[YES] in the
[CONNECTION]
setting.)
x [TEST TONE]
The speakers will emit a test tone to adjust
[LEVEL (FRONT)] and [LEVEL
(SURROUND)].
default settings are changed.
2)0.00 to 7.01 meters for North American models.
3)3.04 m/10 ft for North American models.
[OFF]
[ON]
The test tone is not emitted from the
speakers.
The test tone is emitted from each speaker
in sequence while adjusting level. When
you select one of the [SPEAKER SETUP]
items, the test tone is emitted from each
speaker in sequence.
Note
• Depending on the input stream, the [DISTANCE]
setting may not be effective.
• When the speaker distance setting is not in the
recommended range,
being the number).
recommended distance.
/
** m is displayed (**
Adjusting the speaker level by
using the test tone
indicates over the
indicates below.
1
Press
in stop mode.
DISPLAY when the system is
x [LEVEL (FRONT)]
You can vary the level of front speakers as
follows. Be sure to set [TEST TONE] to [ON]
for easy adjustment.
The Control Menu display appears.
2
Press X/x to select
then press
The options for [SETUP] appear.
[SETUP],
.
[L/R]
0.0 dB
Set this between –6.0 dB and
+6.0 dB.
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3
4
Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then
press
.
Returning to the Default
Settings
The Setup Display appears.
Press X/x repeatedly to select
[SPEAKER SETUP], then press
c.
or
You can return the system parameters, such as
preset stations, to the default settings.
5
6
Press X/x repeatedly to select [TEST
TONE], then press or c.
x
"/1
A
Press X/x repeatedly to select [ON],
then press
.
You will hear the test tone from each
speaker in sequence.
7
From your listening position, adjust the
value of [LEVEL (FRONT)] or [LEVEL
(SURROUND)] using C/X/x/c.
1
2
Press "/1 to turn on the system.
Press x, A, and "/1 on the unit at the
same time.
The test tone is emitted from only the
speaker which you are adjusting.
“COLD RESET” appears in the front panel
display and the default settings are returned.
8
Press
when you have finished
making adjustments.
9
Press X/x repeatedly to select [TEST
TONE], then press
Press X/x repeatedly to select [OFF],
then press
.
10
.
Note
• The test tone signals are not output from the HDMI
OUT jack.
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On adjusting volume
• Do not turn up the volume while listening to a section
with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you
do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level
section is suddenly played.
Additional Information
Precautions
On cleaning
On power sources
• Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth
slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do
not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or
solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
If you have any questions or problems concerning
your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if you do not
intend to use it for an extended period of time. To
disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug, never by
the cord.
On placement
• Place the system in a location with adequate
ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the system.
• At high volume, over long periods of time, the cabinet
becomes hot to the touch. This is not a malfunction.
However, touching the cabinet should be avoided. Do
not place the unit in a confined space where
ventilation is poor as this may cause overheating.
• Do not block the ventilation slots by putting anything
on the system. The system is equipped with a high
power amplifier. If the ventilation slots are blocked,
the unit can overheat and malfunction.
On cleaning discs, disc/lens
cleaners
• Do not use cleaning discs or disc/lens cleaners
(including wet or spray types). These may cause
the apparatus to malfunction.
On your TV’s color
• If the speakers should cause the TV screen to have
color irregularity, turn off the TV then turn it on after
15 to 30 minutes. If color irregularity should persist,
place the speakers further away from the TV set.
• Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.)
or near materials (curtains, draperies) that may block
the ventilation slots.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Caution: This system is capable of holding a still
• Do not install the unit near heat sources such as
radiators, or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct
sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration, or
shock.
video image or on-screen display image on your
television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still
video image or on-screen display image displayed
on your TV for an extended period of time you risk
permanent damage to your television screen.
Projection televisions are especially susceptible to
this.
• Do not install the unit in an inclined position. It is
designed to be operated in a horizontal position only.
• Keep the unit and discs away from equipment with
strong magnets, such as microwave ovens, or large
loudspeakers.
On moving the system
• Do not place heavy objects on the unit.
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select
On operation
“DVD.”
• If the system is brought directly from a cold to a warm
location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture
may condense on the lenses inside the control unit.
Should this occur, the system may not operate
properly. In this case, remove the disc and leave the
system turned on for about half an hour until the
moisture evaporates.
2 Make sure that all discs are removed from
the unit.
3 Press H and "/1 simultaneously.
“MECHA LOCK” appears in the front panel
display after “STANDBY.”
4 Remove the AC power cord (mains lead)
• When you move the system, take out any disc. If you
don’t, the disc may be damaged.
from the wall outlet (mains).
• If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and
have it checked by qualified personnel before
operating it any further.
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Notes about the Discs
Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following
difficulties while using the system, use this
troubleshooting guide to help remedy the
problem before requesting repairs. Should any
problem persist, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
On handling discs
• To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its
edge. Do not touch the surface.
• Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.
Note that if service personnel changes some
parts during repair, these parts may be retained.
Power
The power is not turned on.
• Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is
connected securely.
• Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or
heat sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in
a car parked in direct sunlight as the
temperature may rise considerably inside the
car.
• Press "/1 after “STANDBY” disappears from the
front panel display.
If “PROTECTOR” and “PUSH POWER” appear
alternately in the front panel display.
Press "/1 to turn off the system, and check the
following items after “STANDBY” disappears.
• Are the + and – speaker cords short-circuited?
• Are you using only the specified speakers?
• Is anything blocking the ventilation holes of the
system?
• After playing, store the disc in its case.
On cleaning
• Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning
cloth.
Wipe the disc from the center out.
After checking the above items and fixing any
problems, turn on the system. If the cause of the
problem cannot be found even after checking all the
above items, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Picture
• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner,
commercially available cleaners, or anti-static
spray intended for vinyl LPs.
There is no picture.
• The video connecting cords are not connected
securely.
This system can only play back a standard
circular disc. Using neither standard nor circular
discs (e.g., card, heart, or star shape) may cause
a malfunction.
• The video connecting cords are damaged.
• The unit is not connected to the correct TV input
• The video input on the TV is not set so that you
can view pictures from the system.
Do not use a disc that has a commercially
available accessory attached, such as a label or
ring.
• You have set progressive format but your TV
cannot accept the signal in progressive format. In
this case, return the setting to interlace format (the
• Even if your TV is compatible with progressive
format (525p/625p) signals, the image may be
affected when you set progressive format. In this
case, return the setting to interlace format (the
• Re-connect the connecting cord securely.
• The unit is connected to an input device that is not
HDCP (high-bandwidth digital content
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protection) compliant (“HDMI” on the front panel
• Make sure that no magnetic object (magnetic latch
on a TV stand, health care device, toy, etc.) is
placed near the speakers.
• If the HDMI OUT jack is used for video output,
changing the type of video signal output from the
HDMI OUT jack by pressing VIDEO FORMAT
Sound
There is no sound.
Connect the TV and the unit using a video jack
other than the HDMI OUT, and switch the TV’s
input to the connected video input so that you can
see the on-screen displays. Change the type of
video signal output from the HDMI OUT jack,
and switch the TV’s input back to HDMI. If the
picture still does not appear, repeat the steps and
try other options.
• 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 Slow-motion
Play mode. Press H to return to normal play
mode.
• Fast forward or fast reverse is performed. Press
H to return to normal play mode.
• You have selected “PROGRESSIVE” using the
VIDEO FORMAT button on the remote
(“PROGRE” lights up in the front panel display)
even though your TV cannot accept the
progressive signal. In this case, disconnect the
HDMI cord from the unit and then select
“INTERLACE” so that “PROGRE” turns off.
• If the signal from the S VIDEO OUT jack is
distorted, change the type of video signal output
from the HDMI OUT jack by pressing VIDEO
• The equipment connected to the HDMI OUT jack
does not conform to the audio signal format, in
this case set [AUDIO (HDMI)] in [CUSTOM
SETUP] to [ON] (page 91).
No sound is output from the HDMI OUT jack.
• Set [AUDIO (HDMI)] in [CUSTOM SETUP] to
• The HDMI OUT jack is connected to a DVI
(digital visual interface) device (DVI (digital
visual interface) jacks do not accept audio
signals).
* Depending on the country, [720 × 576p] may
appear.
• Try the following: 1 Turn the system off and on
again. 2 Turn the connected equipment off and
on again. 3 Disconnect and then connect the
HDMI cord again.
Picture noise appears.
• The disc is dirty or flawed.
• If the picture output from your system goes
through your VCR to get to your TV, the copy-
protection signal applied to some DVD programs
could affect picture quality. If you still experience
problems even when you connect your unit
directly to your TV, try connecting your unit to
The left and right sounds are unbalanced or
reversed.
• Check that the speakers and components are
connected correctly and securely.
There is no sound from the subwoofer.
• Check the speaker connections and settings (page
Even though you set the aspect ratio in [TV
TYPE] of [SCREEN SETUP], the picture does
not fill the TV screen.
• The aspect ratio on the disc is fixed.
Severe hum or noise is heard.
• Check that the speakers and components are
connected securely.
Color irregularity occurs on the TV screen.
The subwoofer and the front speakers in this system
are magnetically shielded to prevent magnetic
leakage. However, some leakage may occur, as a
high-strength magnet is employed. If this happens,
check the following items:
• Check that the connecting cords are away from a
transformer or motor, and at least 3 meters (10 ft)
away from your TV set or a fluorescent light.
• Move your TV away from the audio components.
• The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a
cloth slightly moistened with alcohol.
• Clean the disc.
• If the speakers are used with a CRT-based TV or
projector, install the speakers at least 0.3 meters
(1.0 ft) from the TV set.
• If the color irregularity persists, turn off the TV set
once, then turn it on after 15 to 30 minutes.
• If howling occurs, reposition the speakers farther
away from the TV set.
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• The signal strength of the stations is too weak
(when tuning in with automatic tuning). Use direct
tuning.
The sound loses stereo effect when you play a
VIDEO CD, a CD, or an MP3.
• Set [AUDIO] to [STEREO] by pressing AUDIO
• No stations have been preset or the preset stations
have been cleared (when tuning by scanning
• Press DISPLAY so that the frequency appears in
the front panel display.
• Make sure the unit is connected properly.
The surround effect is difficult to hear when
you are playing a Dolby Digital, DTS, or MPEG
audio sound track.
• Check the speaker connections and settings (page
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.
• Depending on the DVD, the output signal may not
be the entire 5.1 channel. It may be monaural or
stereo even if the sound track is recorded in Dolby
Digital or MPEG audio format.
• The remote is not pointed at the remote sensor on
the unit.
• The batteries in the remote are weak.
The sound comes from the center speaker
only.
• Depending on the disc, the sound may come from
the center speaker only.
The disc does not play.
• There is no disc inserted.
• The disc is upside down.
Insert the disc with the playback side facing down.
• The disc is skewed on the disc tray.
• The region code on the DVD does not match the
system.
No sound is heard from the center speaker.
• Check the speaker connections and settings (page
• Depending on the source, the effect of the center
speaker may be less noticeable.
• Moisture has condensed inside the unit and may
cause damage to the lenses. Remove the disc and
leave the unit turned on for about half an hour.
• A 2 channel source is being played.
No sound or only a very low-level sound is
heard from the surround speakers.
• Check the speaker connections and settings (page
The MP3 audio track cannot be played.
• The DATA CD is not recorded in the MP3 format
that conforms to ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, or
Joliet.
• Depending on the source, the effect of the
surround speakers may be less noticeable.
• A 2 channel source is being played.
• The DATA DVD is not recorded in an MP3
format that conforms to UDF (Universal Disk
Format).
• The MP3 audio track does not have the extension
“.MP3.”
There is no sound from the speakers that are
indicated in the front panel display.
• The front panel display indicates the selected
[SPEAKER FORMATION]. It does not indicate
• The data is not formatted in MP3 even though it
has the extension “.MP3.”
• The data is not MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 data.
• The system cannot play audio tracks in MP3PRO
format.
The beginning of the sound is cut off.
• Set the Movie/Music mode to “MOVIE” or
• The [MODE (MP3, JPEG)] setting has been set to
• If you cannot change the [MODE (MP3, JPEG)]
setting, re-load the disc or turn the system off, then
on.
Operation
The JPEG image file cannot be played.
• The DATA CD is not recorded in a JPEG format
that conforms to ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, or
Joliet.
Radio stations cannot be tuned in.
• Check that the antenna (aerial) is connected
securely. Adjust the antenna (aerial) or connect an
external antenna (aerial) if necessary.
• The DATA DVD is not recorded in a JPEG format
that conforms to UDF (Universal Disk Format).
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• It has an extension other than “.JPEG” or “.JPG.”
• It is larger than 3,072 (width) × 2,048 (height) in
normal mode, or more than 2,000,000 pixels in
Progressive JPEG which is mainly used on the
Internet WEB site.
The language for the sound track cannot be
changed.
• Multilingual tracks are not recorded on the DVD
being played.
• The DVD prohibits changing the language for the
sound track.
• It does not fit the TV screen (those images are
reduced).
The subtitle language cannot be changed.
• Multilingual subtitles are not recorded on the
DVD being played.
• The [MODE (MP3, JPEG)] setting has been set to
[AUDIO (MP3)] (page 62).
• If you cannot change the [MODE (MP3, JPEG)]
setting, re-load the disc or turn the system off, then
on.
• The DVD prohibits changing the subtitles.
The subtitle cannot be turned off.
• The DVD prohibits turning off subtitles.
The MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image file
starts playing simultaneously.
• [AUTO] has been selected in [MODE (MP3,
The angles cannot be changed.
• Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD being
The titles of album/track/file name are not
displayed correctly.
• The system can only display numbers and letters
of the alphabets. Other characters are displayed as
[*].
• The DVD prohibits changing the angles.
A disc cannot be ejected and “LOCKED”
appears in the front panel display.
• Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony
service facility.
A disc does not start playing from the
beginning.
• Program Play, Shuffle Play, or Repeat Play has
been selected.
[Data error] appears on the TV screen when
playing a DATA CD or DATA DVD.
• The MP3 audio track/JPEG image file you want to
play is broken.
Press CLEAR to cancel these functions before
playing a disc.
• The data is not MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 data.
• The JPEG image file format does not conform to
DCF.
• Resume Play has been selected.
During stop, press x on the unit or the remote and
• The JPEG image file has the extension “.JPG” or
“.JPEG,” but is not in JPEG format.
• The title, DVD or PBC menu automatically
appears on the TV screen.
The system does not work normally.
• Disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) from
the wall outlet (mains), then reconnect after
several minutes.
The system starts playing the disc
automatically.
• The DVD features an auto playback function.
The unit does not work and “CHILD LOCK”
appears in the front panel display when you
press any button on the unit.
Playback stops automatically.
• Some discs may contain an auto pause signal.
While playing such a disc, the system stops
playback at the auto pause signal.
The HDMI CONTROL function does not work.
• When “HDMI” does not light up in the front panel
• Set the [HDMI CONTROL] setting in [CUSTOM
SETUP] to [ON] (page 90).
You cannot perform some functions such as
Stop, Search, Slow-motion Play, or Repeat
Play.
• Depending on the disc, you may not be able to
perform some of the operations above. See the
operating instructions that came with the disc.
• Make sure that the connected component is
compatible with the HDMI CONTROL function.
• Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) of the
connected component is connected securely.
• Check the connected component’s setting for the
HDMI CONTROL function. See the operating
instructions of the component.
Messages do not appear on the TV screen in
the language you want.
• In the Setup Display, select the desired language
for the on-screen display in [OSD] under
[LANGUAGE SETUP] (page 88).
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• If you change the HDMI connection, connect and
disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead), or
have a power failure, set the [HDMI CONTROL]
setting in [CUSTOM SETUP] to [OFF], then set
the [HDMI CONTROL] setting in [CUSTOM
Self-diagnosis Function
(When letters/numbers appear in the
display)
• For details on the HDMI CONTROL function, see
the HDMI CONTROL Guide (supplied
separately).
When the self-diagnosis function is activated to
prevent the system from malfunctioning, a 5-
character service number (e.g., C 13 50) with a
combination of a letter and 4 digits appears on
the TV screen or front panel display. In this case,
check the following table.
No sound is output from the system and TV
while using the System Audio Control
function.
• Set the [AUDIO (HDMI)] setting in [CUSTOM
C:13:50
• Make sure that the connected TV is compatible
with the System Audio Control function.
• For details on the System Audio Control function,
see the HDMI CONTROL Guide (supplied
separately).
First 3
Cause and/or corrective action
characters of
the service
number
C 13
The disc is dirty.
,Clean the disc with a soft cloth
C 31
The disc is not inserted correctly.
,Restart the system, then re-insert
the disc correctly.
E XX
To prevent a malfunction, the
system has performed the self-
diagnosis function.
(xx is a number)
,Contact your nearest Sony
dealer or local authorized Sony
service facility and give the 5-
character service number.
Example: E 61 10
When displaying the version
number on the TV screen
When you turn on the system, the version
number [VER.X.XX] (X is a number) may
appear on the TV screen. Although this is not a
malfunction and for Sony service use only,
normal system operation will not be possible.
Turn off the system, and then turn on the system
again to operate.
VER.X.XX
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Antenna (aerial) terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced
Intermediate frequency
AM tuner section
Tuning range
North American, Mexican, and Latin American
models:
10.7 MHz
Specifications
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
for the US model
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC
530 – 1,710 kHz (with the
interval set at 10 kHz)
531 – 1,710 kHz (with the
interval set at 9 kHz)
DISTORTION:
With 3 ohms loads, both
channels driven, from 120
- 20,000 Hz; rated 84 watts
per channel minimum
RMS power, with no more
than 0.7 % total harmonic
distortion from 250 milli
watts to rated output.
European, Russian, and Middle Eastern models:
531 – 1,602 kHz (with the
interval set at 9 kHz)
Australian and New Zealand models:
531 – 1,710 kHz (with the
interval set at 9 kHz)
530 – 1,710 kHz (with the
interval set at 10 kHz)
Amplifier section
Surround mode (reference) RMS output power
FL/FR/C/SL/SR*:143watts
(per channel at 3 ohms, 1
kHz, 10 % THD)
Other models:
531 – 1,602 kHz (with the
interval set at 9 kHz)
530 – 1,610 kHz (with the
interval set at 10 kHz)
AM loop antenna (aerial)
450 kHz
Subwoofer*: 285 watts (at
1.5 ohms, 80 Hz, 10 %
THD)
Antenna (aerial)
Intermediate frequency
Video section
Outputs
*
Depending on the sound field settings and the source,
there may be no sound output.
VIDEO: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms
S VIDEO:
Inputs (Analog)
TV (AUDIO IN)
SAT/CABLE (AUDIO IN) Sensitivity: 450/250 mV
AUDIO IN
Inputs (Digital)
SAT/CABLE (COAXIAL IN/OPTICAL IN)
Impedance: 75 ohms/–
Outputs (Analog)
Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms
C: 0.286 Vp-p 75 ohms
COMPONENT:
Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms
PB/CB, PR/CR: 0.7 Vp-p
75 ohms
Sensitivity: 450/250 mV
Sensitivity: 250/125 mV
HDMI OUT: Type A (19
pin)
Phones
Accepts low-and high-
impedance headphones.
Inputs
SAT/CABLE:
1 Vp-p 75 ohms
COMPONENT:
Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms
PB/CB, PR/CR: 0.7 Vp-p
75 ohms
DVD system
Laser
Semiconductor laser
(DVD: λ = 650 nm)
(CD: λ = 790 nm)
Emission duration:
continuous
Speakers (DAV-HDX500)
Front (SS-TS74)
Signal format system
NTSC
Speaker system
Two way, Bass reflex,
magnetically shielded
Woofer: 65 mm (2 /8
inches) dia, cone type × 2
Tweeter: 50 mm (2 inches)
dia, cone type
Tuner section
System
5
Speaker unit
PLL quartz-locked digital
synthesizer
FM tuner section
Tuning range
North American models: 87.5-108.0 MHz (100 kHz
step)
Rated impedance
3.0 ohms
Other models:
87.5-108.0 MHz (50 kHz
step)
Antenna (aerial)
FM wire antenna (aerial)
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Dimensions (approx.)
Mass (approx.)
111 × 827 × 75 mm (4 /8 ×
Center (SS-CT72)
Speaker system
5
32 /8 × 3 inches) (w/h/d)
316 × 1,041 - 1,339 × 316
mm (12 /2 × 41-52 /4 × 12
/2 inches) (w/h/d) with
Closed, magnetically
shielded
1
3
3
3
Speaker unit
30 × 60 mm (1 /16 × 2 /8
inches), cone type
3.0 ohms
1
stand
Rated impedance
Dimensions (approx.)
2.3 kg (5 lb 2 oz)
4.6 kg (10 lb 3 oz) with
stand
381 × 48 × 62 mm
15
1
(15 × 1 /16 × 2 /2 inches)
(w/h/d)
Mass (approx.)
0.5 kg (1 lb 2 oz)
Center (SS-CT72)
Speaker system
Closed, magnetically
shielded
30 × 60 mm (1 /16 × 2 /8
inches), cone type
3.0 ohms
Surround (SS-TS71)
Speaker system
Bass reflex, magnetically
shielded
3
3
Speaker unit
5
Speaker unit
65 mm (2 /8 inches) dia,
Rated impedance
cone type
3.0 ohms
Dimensions (approx.)
381 × 48 × 62 mm
(15 × 1 /16 × 2 /2 inches)
(w/h/d)
Rated impedance
Dimensions (approx.)
15
1
3
93 × 162 × 75 mm (3 /4 ×
1
6 /2 × 3 inches) (w/h/d)
Mass (approx.)
0.5 kg (1 lb 2 oz)
Mass (approx.)
0.6 kg (1 lb 6 oz)
Surround (SS-TS72)
Speaker system
Subwoofer (SS-WS74)
Bass reflex, magnetically
shielded
65 mm (2 /8 inches) dia,
Speaker system
Speaker unit
Bass reflex
160 mm (6 /8 inches) dia,
3
5
Speaker unit
cone type
1.5 ohms
cone type
3.0 ohms
Rated impedance
Dimensions (approx.)
Rated impedance
Dimensions (approx.)
3
3
220 × 394 × 350 mm (8 /4
93 × 221 × 75 mm (3 /4 ×
5
7
3
× 15 /8 × 13 /8 inches)
(w/h/d)
8 /4 × 3 inches) (w/h/d)
Mass (approx.)
0.7 kg (1 lb 9 oz)
Mass (approx.)
6.5 kg (14 lb 6 oz)
Subwoofer (SS-WS74)
General
Speaker system
Speaker unit
Bass reflex
160 mm (6 /8 inches) dia,
cone type
1.5 ohms
Power requirements
120 V AC, 60 Hz
3
Power output (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT)
DC OUT: 5 V, 700 mA
On: 180 W
Rated impedance
Dimensions (approx.)
Power consumption
3
220 × 394 × 350 mm (8 /4
Standby: 0.3 W (at the
Power Saving mode)
5
7
× 15 /8 × 13 /8 inches)
(w/h/d)
Dimensions (approx.)
DAV-HDX500:
Mass (approx.)
6.5 kg (14 lb 6 oz)
430 × 86 × 415 mm (17 ×
1
3
3 /2 × 16 /8 inches) (w/h/d)
incl. projecting parts
Speakers (DAV-HDX501W)
Front (SS-TS73)
Speaker system
DAV-HDX501W:
430 × 86 × 435 mm (17 ×
Bass reflex, magnetically
1
1
3 /2 × 17 /4 inches) (w/h/d)
incl. projecting parts
shielded
65 mm (2 /8 inches) dia,
cone type
5
Speaker unit
Mass (approx.)
DAV-HDX500:
DAV-HDX501W:
5.2 kg (11 lb 8 oz)
5.4 kg (11 lb 15 oz)
Rated impedance
Dimensions (approx.)
3.0 ohms
3
93 × 539 × 75 mm (3 /4 ×
1
21 /4 × 3 inches) (w/h/d)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
300 × 1,039 - 1,230 × 300
7
1
mm (11 /8 × 41 - 48 /2 ×
7
11 /8 inches) (w/h/d) with
stand
Mass (approx.)
1.2 kg (2 lb 11 oz)
3.0 kg (6 lb 10 oz) with
stand
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Unpacking
• Front speakers (2)
Glossary
• Center speaker (1)
• Surround speakers (2)
• Subwoofer (1)
Album
Section of a music piece or an image on a data
CD containing MP3 audio tracks or JPEG files.
• AM loop antenna (aerial) (1)
• FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)
• Speaker cords (6, red/white/green/gray/blue/purple)
• Video Cord (1)
Chapter
Subdivision of a title on a DVD. A title is
composed of several chapters.
• Remote Commander (remote) (1)
• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
• Calibration mic (1)
Digital Cinema Auto Calibration
Digital Cinema Auto Calibration was developed
by Sony to automatically measure and adjusts
the speaker settings to your listening
• Foot pads (1 set)
• Posts (2)
• Bases (2)
environment in a short period of time.
• Mounting plates (2)
Digital Direct Twin Drive Subwoofer
Utilizing Sony's proprietary S-Master
• Post covers (2)
• Screws (large, with washer) (8)
• Screws (small, silver) (4)
• Screws (small, black) (2)
• WAHT-SD1 (1) (DAV-HDX501W only)
• Operating Instructions
• HDMI CONTROL Guide
• Speaker and TV connections (card)
• Voucher (1) (DAV-HDX500 only)
technology, the Digital Direct Twin Drive
Subwoofer features two S-Master Digital
Amplifiers that provide dedicated power to a
strategically located subwoofer for astounding
sound performance. Easy to set up, Digital
Direct Twin Drive Subwoofer provides a stable
sound field over a much larger listening area
without having to adjust frequency levels.
•Standby power consumption 0.3 W (or
less).
Dolby Digital
This movie theater sound format is more
advanced than Dolby Surround Pro Logic. In
this format, the surround speakers output stereo
sound with an expanded frequency range, and a
subwoofer channel for deep bass is
•Halogenated flame retardants are not
used in the printed wiring boards.
•Over 85 % power efficiency of
amplifier block is achieved with the
full digital amplifier, S-master.
independently provided. This format is also
called “5.1” with the subwoofer channel
designed as the 0.1 channel (since it functions
only when a deep bass effect is needed). All six
channels in this format are recorded separately
for superior channel separation. Furthermore,
since all the signals are processed digitally, less
signal degradation occurs.
Dolby Pro Logic II
Dolby Pro Logic II creates five full-bandwidth
output channels from 2 channel sources. This is
done using an advanced, high-purity matrix
surround decoder that extracts the spatial
properties of the original recording without
adding any new sounds or tonal colorations.
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x Movie mode
processes allocated data according to the status
of the picture.
The audio data is recorded in Dolby Digital as
well as in PCM, allowing you to enjoy more
realistic audio presence.
Furthermore, various advanced functions such
as the multi-angle, multilingual, and Parental
Control functions are provided with the DVD.
The Movie mode is for use with stereo television
shows and all programs encoded in Dolby
Surround. The result is enhanced sound field
directionality that approaches the quality of
discrete 5.1-channel sound.
x Music mode
The Music mode is for use with any stereo music
recordings, and provides a wide and deep sound
space.
DVD+RW
A DVD+RW (plus RW) is a recordable and
rewritable disc. DVD+RWs use a recording
format that is comparable to the DVD VIDEO
format.
Dolby Surround Pro Logic
As one method of decoding Dolby Surround,
Dolby Surround Pro Logic produces four
channels from 2 channel sound. Compared with
the former Dolby Surround system, Dolby
Surround Pro Logic reproduces left-to-right
panning more naturally and localizes sounds
more precisely. To take full advantage of Dolby
Surround Pro Logic, you should have one pair of
surround speakers and a center speaker. The
surround speakers output monaural sound.
DVD-RW
A DVD-RW is a recordable and rewritable disc
that is the same size as a DVD VIDEO. The
DVD-RW has two different modes: VR mode
and Video mode. DVD-RWs created in Video
mode have the same format as a DVD VIDEO,
while discs created in VR (Video Recording)
mode allow the contents to be programmed or
edited.
DTS
Digital audio compression technology
developed by DTS, Inc. This technology
conforms to 5.1-channel surround. This format
comprises of stereo rear channel and there is
discrete subwoofer channel in this format. DTS
provides the same 5.1 discrete channels of high
quality digital audio. The good channel
separation is realized due to the all channel data
being recorded discretely and processed in
digitally.
File
A JPEG image recorded on a DATA CD/DATA
DVD. (“File” is an exclusive definition for this
system.) A single file consists of a single image
or movie.
Film based software, Video based
software
DVDs can be classified as Film based or Video
based software. Film based DVDs contain the
same images (24 frames per second) that are
shown at movie theaters. Video based DVDs,
such as television dramas or sit-coms, displays
images at 30 frames (or 60 fields) per second.
DVD
A disc that contains up to 8 hours of moving
pictures even though its diameter is the same as
a CD.
HDMI (high-definition multimedia
interface)
The data capacity of a single-layer and single-
sided DVD, at 4.7 GB (Giga Byte), is 7 times
that of a CD. Furthermore, the data capacity of a
dual-layer and single-sided DVD is 8.5 GB, a
single-layer and double-sided DVD 9.4 GB, and
a dual-layer and double-sided DVD 17 GB.
The picture data uses the MPEG 2 format, one of
a worldwide standard of digital compression
technology. The picture data is compressed to
about 1/40 of its original size. The DVD also
uses the variable rate coding technology that
HDMI is an interface that supports both video
and audio on a single digital connection,
allowing you to enjoy high quality digital
picture and sound. The HDMI specification
supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital
Contents Protection), a copy protection
technology that incorporates coding technology
for digital video signals.
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Interlace format
(Interlaced scanning)
Progressive format
(sequential scanning)
The Interlace format is the NTSC standard
method for displaying TV images at 30 frames
per second. Each frame is scanned twice -
alternately between the even numbered scanning
lines and then odd numbered scanning lines, at
60 times per second.
In contrast to the Interlace format, the
progressive format can reproduce 50 - 60 frames
per second by reproducing all scanning lines
(525 lines for the NTSC system). The overall
picture quality increases and still images, text
and horizontal lines appear sharper. This format
is compatible with the 525 or 625 progressive
format.
MPEG audio
A coding system to compress digital audio
signals. MPEG-1 is used for MP3 (MPEG-1
Audio Layer-3). MPEG-2 is used for one of the
audio format of DVD.
Region Code
This system is used to protect copyrights. A
region number is allocated on each DVD system
or DVD disc according to the sales region. Each
region code is shown on the system as well as on
the disc packaging. The system can play discs
that match its region code. The system can also
Multi-angle function
Various angles of a scene, or viewpoints of the
video camera are recorded on some DVDs.
ALL
Multilingual function
play discs with the “ ” mark. Even when the
region code is not shown on the DVD, the region
limit may still apply.
Several languages for the sound or subtitles in a
picture are recorded on some DVDs.
Scene
Neural Surround
Neural SurroundTM, as the chosen format for XM
Satellite Radio’s new XM HD Surround
programming will deliver the excitement of
surround music to more of America’s listening
audience. It provides the rich envelopment and
discrete image detail of surround sound in a
format 100% compatible with stereo.
On a VIDEO CD with PBC (playback control)
functions, the menu screens, moving pictures
and still pictures are divided into sections called
“scenes.”
Title
The longest section of a picture or music feature
on a DVD, movie, etc., in video software, or the
entire album in audio software.
Parental Control
A function of the DVD to limit playback of the
disc by the age of the users according to the
limitation level in each country. The limitation
varies from disc to disc; when it is activated,
playback is completely prohibited, violent
scenes are skipped or replaced with other scenes
and so on.
Track
Section of a picture or a music piece on a
VIDEO CD, CD, or MP3. An album is
composed of several tracks (MP3 only).
PCM (Pulse Code Modulation)
A method for converting analog audio to digital
audio. It is used for the Compact Disc (CD)
audio format.
Playback Control (PBC)
Signals encoded on VIDEO CDs (Version 2.0)
to control playback.
By using menu screens recorded on VIDEO
CDs with PBC functions, you can enjoy playing
simple interactive programs, programs with
search functions, and so on.
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VIDEO CD
A compact disc that contains moving pictures.
The picture data uses the MPEG 1 format, one of
a worldwide standard of digital compression
technology. The picture data is compressed to
about 1/140 of its original size. Consequently, a
12 cm VIDEO CD can contain up to 74 minutes
of moving pictures.
VIDEO CDs also contain compact audio data.
Sounds outside the range of human hearing are
compressed while sounds we can hear are not
compressed. VIDEO CDs can hold six times the
audio information of conventional audio CDs.
There are two versions of VIDEO CDs.
• Version 1.1: You can play only moving
pictures and sounds.
• Version 2.0: You can play high-resolution still
pictures and enjoy PBC functions.
This system conforms to both versions.
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Language Code List
The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.
Code Language
Code Language
Code Language
Code Language
1027 Afar
1183 Irish
1347 Maori
1507 Samoan
1508 Shona
1509 Somali
1511 Albanian
1512 Serbian
1513 Siswati
1514 Sesotho
1515 Sundanese
1516 Swedish
1517 Swahili
1521 Tamil
1028 Abkhazian
1032 Afrikaans
1039 Amharic
1044 Arabic
1045 Assamese
1051 Aymara
1052 Azerbaijani
1053 Bashkir
1057 Byelorussian
1059 Bulgarian
1060 Bihari
1061 Bislama
1066 Bengali;
Bangla
1067 Tibetan
1070 Breton
1079 Catalan
1093 Corsican
1097 Czech
1103 Welsh
1105 Danish
1109 German
1130 Bhutani
1142 Greek
1144 English
1145 Esperanto
1149 Spanish
1150 Estonian
1151 Basque
1157 Persian
1165 Finnish
1166 Fiji
1186 Scots Gaelic
1194 Galician
1196 Guarani
1203 Gujarati
1209 Hausa
1349 Macedonian
1350 Malayalam
1352 Mongolian
1353 Moldavian
1356 Marathi
1357 Malay
1358 Maltese
1363 Burmese
1365 Nauru
1217 Hindi
1226 Croatian
1229 Hungarian
1233 Armenian
1235 Interlingua
1239 Interlingue
1245 Inupiak
1248 Indonesian
1253 Icelandic
1254 Italian
1257 Hebrew
1261 Japanese
1269 Yiddish
1283 Javanese
1287 Georgian
1297 Kazakh
1298 Greenlandic
1299 Cambodian
1300 Kannada
1301 Korean
1305 Kashmiri
1307 Kurdish
1311 Kirghiz
1369 Nepali
1376 Dutch
1525 Telugu
1527 Tajik
1528 Thai
1379 Norwegian
1393 Occitan
1403 (Afan)Oromo
1408 Oriya
1417 Punjabi
1428 Polish
1435 Pashto;
Pushto
1436 Portuguese
1463 Quechua
1481 Rhaeto-
Romance
1482 Kirundi
1483 Romanian
1489 Russian
1491 Kinyarwanda
1495 Sanskrit
1498 Sindhi
1501 Sangho
1502 Serbo-
Croatian
1529 Tigrinya
1531 Turkmen
1532 Tagalog
1534 Setswana
1535 Tonga
1538 Turkish
1539 Tsonga
1540 Tatar
1543 Twi
1557 Ukrainian
1564 Urdu
1572 Uzbek
1581 Vietnamese
1587 Volapük
1613 Wolof
1632 Xhosa
1665 Yoruba
1684 Chinese
1697 Zulu
1313 Latin
1326 Lingala
1327 Laothian
1332 Lithuanian
1334 Latvian;
Lettish
1171 Faroese
1174 French
1181 Frisian
1503 Singhalese
1505 Slovak
1506 Slovenian
1345 Malagasy
1703 Not specified
Parental Control Area Code List
Code Area
Code Area
Code Area
Code Area
2044 Argentina
2047 Australia
2046 Austria
2057 Belgium
2070 Brazil
2079 Canada
2090 Chile
2165 Finland
2174 France
2109 Germany
2248 India
2238 Indonesia
2254 Italy
2276 Japan
2304 Korea
2363 Malaysia
2362 Mexico
2149 Spain
2376 Netherlands
2390 New Zealand
2379 Norway
2499 Sweden
2086 Switzerland
2528 Thailand
2184 United
Kingdom
2427 Pakistan
2424 Philippines
2436 Portugal
2489 Russia
2092 China
2115 Denmark
2501 Singapore
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Rear panel
Screws*
DIR-TC1
AM
SAT/CABLE
VIDEO IN
COMPONENT VIDEO IN
R
R
AUDIO IN
L
L
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
Y
Y
P
B/CB
P
R/CR
DIGITAL
IN
S
VIDEO
FM
75
(DVD ONLY)
SAT/CABLE
COAXIAL
FRONT
R
FRONT
SPEAKER
L
SUR
R
SUR
L
ANTENNA
VIDEO
P
B/CB
P
R/CR
AUDIO IN
TV
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
MONITOR OUT
OUT
XM
DMPORT1
DMPORT2
(DVD ONLY)
CENTER
WOOFER
SPEAKER
J DMPORT1 (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT1)
B SAT/CABLE (DIGITAL IN COAXIAL)
K MONITOR OUT (S VIDEO/VIDEO) jacks
C SAT/CABLE (COMPONENT VIDEO IN)
E SAT/CABLE (AUDIO IN R/L, VIDEO IN)
N SAT/CABLE (DIGITAL IN OPTICAL)
jack (34)
H DMPORT2 (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT2)
*
CAUTION
Please do not remove the screws before
installing the WAHT-SD1.
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Front panel display
About the indications in the front panel display
A Lights up when the HDMI OUT jack is
correctly connected to HDCP (high-
bandwidth digital content protection)
compliant device with HDMI or DVI
(digital visual interface) input. (30)
J Lights up when the child lock function
is set to on. (78)
K Lights up when the system outputs
progressive signals (DVD function
B Lights up when the time information of
a title or chapter appears in the front
panel display. (DVD only) (54)
L Indicates the selected [SPEAKER
FORMATION]. (82)
M Lights up when Digital Cinema Sound
C Lights up when a station is received.
(DCS) is activated. (42)
N Current surround format (Except for
D Stereo/Monaural effect (Radio only)
JPEG)
O Lights up when the DYNAMIC BASS is
E Lights up when the sleep timer is set.
selected. (75)
P Displays system’s status such as
chapter, title, or track number, time
information, radio frequency, playing
status, sound field, etc.
F Lights up when the movie or music
mode is selected. (41)
G Playing status (DVD function only)
H Light up when you select “ONE CAT”
during receiving the XM radio. (67)
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Guide to the Control Menu Display
DISPLAY
Use the Control Menu display to select a function and to view related information. Press
repeatedly to turn on or change the Control Menu display as follows:
DISPLAY
, Control Menu display 1
m
Control Menu display 2 (appears for certain discs only)
m
Control Menu display off
Control Menu display
The Control Menu display 1 and 2 will show different items depending on the disc type. For details
about each item, see the pages in parentheses.
Example: Control Menu display 1 when playing a DVD VIDEO.
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Currently playing title number1)
Currently playing chapter number2)
Total number of titles1)
Playback status
(N Playback,
X Pause,
Total number of chapters2)
Control Menu items
x Stop, etc.)
(
)
)
1 2 2 7
Type of disc being
played3)
(
1 8 3 4
DVD VIDEO
T
1 : 3 2 : 5 5
Playing time4)
Current setting
Options
Selected item
OFF
OFF
DISC
TITLE
CHAPTER
Function name of
selected Control
Menu item
REPEAT
ENTER
DISPLAY
Quit:
Operation message
1) Displays the scene number for VIDEO CDs (PBC is on), track number for VIDEO CDs/CDs, album number for
DATA CDs/DATA DVDs.
2) Displays the index number for VIDEO CDs, MP3 audio track number, or JPEG image file number for DATA CDs/
DATA DVDs.
3) Displays Super VCD as “SVCD.” Displays “MP3” in the Control Menu display 1 or “JPEG” in the Control Menu
display 2 for DATA CDs/DATA DVDs.
4) Displays the date for JPEG files.
To turn off the display
Press
DISPLAY.
List of Control Menu items
Item
Item Name, Function, Relevant Disc Type
Selects the title, scene, or track to be played.
Selects the chapter or index to be played.
Selects the track to be played.
Selects the type of titles (DVD-RW/DVD-R) to be played, the [ORIGINAL] one, or an edited
[PLAY LIST].
Checks the elapsed time and the remaining playback time.
Input the time code for picture and music searching.
Displays the DVD/CD text or the MP3 track name.
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Sets the speaker formation./Adjust the level of each speaker automatically.
Selects the track to play in the order you want.
[SHUFFLE] (page 50)
Plays the track in random order.
[REPEAT] (page 51)
Plays the entire disc (all titles/all tracks/all albums) repeatedly or one title/chapter/track/album
repeatedly.
[A/V SYNC] (page 57)
Adjusts the delay between the picture and sound.
Sets to prohibit playback on this system.
[SETUP] (page 86)
Use Quick Setup to choose the desired language of the on-screen display, the aspect ratio of
the TV, speaker formation, and choose yes or no to start the Auto Calibration.
[CUSTOM] Setup
In addition to the Quick Setup setting, you can adjust various other settings.
[RESET]
Returns the settings in [SETUP] to the default setting.
[ALBUM] (page 46)
Selects the album to be played.
[FILE] (page 46)
Selects the JPEG image file to be played.
[DATE] (page 56)
Displays the date the picture was taken by a digital camera.
Specifies the duration for which the slides are displayed on the TV screen.
[EFFECT] (page 63)
Selects the effects to be used for changing slides during a slide show.
[MODE (MP3, JPEG)] (page 62)
Selects the data type; MP3 audio track (AUDIO), JPEG image file (IMAGE) or both (AUTO)
to be played when playing a DATA CD/DATA DVD.
Tip
• The Control Menu icon indicator lights up in green
([PROGRAM], [SHUFFLE], [REPEAT], and [A/V SYNC] only). The [ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST] indicator lights
up in green when you select [PLAY LIST] (default setting).
t
when you select any item except [OFF]
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DVD Setup Display List
You can set the following items with the DVD Setup Display.
The order of the displayed items may be different from the actual display.
LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD*
CUSTOM SETUP
HDMI
OFF
CONTROL
STB
SYNCHRO
PAUSE
MODE
ON
OFF
ON
AUTO
FRAME
MENU*
AUDIO*
SUBTITLE*
TRACK
OFF
SELECTION AUTO
MULTI-DISC
RESUME
ON
OFF
AUDIO DRC
OFF
STANDARD
MAX
AUDIO
(HDMI)
OFF
ON
SCREEN SETUP
SPEAKER SETUP
TV TYPE
CONNECTION
FRONT
CENTER
YES
YES
NONE
16:9
4:3 LETTER
BOX
4:3 PAN SCAN
SURROUND YES
NONE
YCB
C
R
YCBCR/RGB (HDMI)
RGB
ON
OFF
JACKET
PICTURE
GRAPHICS
BLUE
SUBWOOFER YES
SCREEN
SAVER
BACKGROUND
DISTANCE
(FRONT)
L
0 ft – 23 ft/0.00 m – 7.01 m
0 ft – 23 ft/0.00 m – 7.01 m
0 ft – 23 ft/0.00 m – 7.01 m
R
CENTER
SUBWOOFER 0 ft – 23 ft/0.00 m – 7.01 m
DISTANCE
(SURROUND)
L
0 ft – 23 ft/0.00 m – 7.01 m
0 ft – 23 ft/0.00 m – 7.01 m
R
BLACK
ON
BLACK LEVEL
–6.0 dB – +6.0 dB
–6.0 dB – +6.0 dB
–6.0 dB – +6.0 dB
–6.0 dB – +6.0 dB
L
R
LEVEL
(FRONT)
OFF
OFF
ON
BLACK LEVEL
(COMPONENT
OUT)
CENTER
SUBWOOFER
LEVEL
(SURROUND)
L
R
–6.0 dB – +6.0 dB
–6.0 dB – +6.0 dB
FULL
NORMAL
4:3 OUTPUT
OFF
ON
TEST TONE
* Select the language you want to use from the displayed language list.
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System Menu List
You can set the following items with SYSTEM MENU on the remote.
System menu
MEMORY1)
FM MODE2)
MEMORY 1-20 (FM), MEMORY 1-10 (AM), MEMORY 1-30 (XM)
STEREO
MONO
NAME IN1)
SLEEP
SLEEP OFF, SLEEP 90M-1M
DIMMER
DIMMER OFF
DIMMER ON
ILLUM ON
ILLUM OFF
DEMO ON
ILLUM MODE
DEMO
DEMO OFF
ATTENUATE3)
SL SR REV4)
CHILD LOCK
ATT ON
ATT OFF
REV OFF
REV ON
OFF
ON
1)Appears during “TUNER FM,” “TUNER AM,” or “XM” only.
2)Appears during “TUNER FM” only.
3)“ATTENUATE” may not appear, depending on the selected function.
4)Appears when the wireless kit WAHT-SD1 is installed.
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Index
Digital Direct Twin Drive
Subwoofer 103
Numerics
J
L
Listening
A
M
B
E
BLACK LEVEL
(COMPONENT OUT) 89
F
N
C
O
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
32
Other component connection
34
H
HDMI
P
CUSTOM PARENTAL
CONTROL 79
PCM (Pulse Code Modulation)
105
I
D
Installing the speakers on a wall
28
Q
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R
V
X
S
T
U
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Remote control
ALPHABETICAL ORDER
BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS
A – O
P – Z
C/X/x/c/
79)
REPLAY/
/
111)
79)
* The ENTER button is the same
function as the
button.
**The H, number 5, AUDIO,
and SOUND FIELD + (TV CH
+) buttons have tactile dots.
Use the tactile dots as
references when operating the
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