DVD Home Theatre System: DAV-HDX500/HDX501W

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DVD Home Theatre

System
Operating Instructions
DAV-HDX500/HDX501W
©2007 Sony Corporation
model name [DAV-HDX500/HDX501W]

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WARNING
WARNING This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
shock, do not expose this apparatus to provide reasonable protection against harmful
rain or moisture. interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
Caution – The use of optical instruments frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
with this product will increase eye accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
hazard. interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such particular installation. If this equipment does cause
as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
interference by one or more of the following measures:
Do not expose the battery to excessive heat such as
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (aerial).
direct sunlight, fire, or the like.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
For the customers in the U.S.A – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications
not expressly approved in this manual could void your
authority to operate this equipment.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to Important Safety Instructions

the presence of uninsulated “dangerous
1) Read these instructions.
voltage” within the product’s enclosure that
2) Keep these instructions.
may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons. 3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to 5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
the presence of important operating and 6) Clean only with dry cloth.
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
literature accompanying the appliance.
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Owner’s Record 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
exterior of the control unit. Record the serial number in (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
Model No. DAV-HDX500/DAV-HDX501W blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
Serial No.______________ type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does
not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
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11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the Precautions

manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or On power sources
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with • The unit is not disconnected from the AC power
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to outlet (mains), even if the unit itself has been turned
avoid injury from tip-over. 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.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Welcome!
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
Thank you for purchasing Sony DVD Home
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects Theatre System. Before operating this system,
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has please read this manual thoroughly and retain it
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate for future reference.
normally, or has been dropped.
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
Welcome!................................................ 3 Resuming Playback from the Point Where
About This Manual ................................. 6 You Stopped the Disc..................... 47
This System Can Play the Following (Resume Play)
Discs ................................................. 6 Creating Your Own Program................ 48
Getting Started – BASIC – (Program Play)
Playing in Random Order ..................... 50
Step 1: Assembling (Shuffle Play)
the Speakers ............................10 Playing Repeatedly ............................... 51
Step 2: Connecting the System and (Repeat Play)
TV..............................................19 Using the DVD’s Menu........................ 52
Step 3: Positioning the System ...24 Changing the Sound ............................. 52
Step 4: Performing the Quick Selecting [ORIGINAL] or [PLAY LIST]
Setup ........................................24 on a DVD-R/DVD-RW.................. 54
Getting Started Viewing Information About the Disc ... 54
– ADVANCED – Changing the Angles ............................ 56
Turning off the Demonstration ............. 27 Displaying the Subtitles........................ 57
Installing the Speakers on a Wall.......... 28 Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture
Connecting the TV (Advanced) ............ 30 and Sound....................................... 57
Connecting Other Components............. 34 (A/V SYNC)
About MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG
Basic Operations Image Files ..................................... 58
Playing Discs.................................37 Playing DATA CDs or DATA DVDs with
Enjoying the Radio or Other MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image
Components ............................39 Files ................................................ 60
Enjoying TV or VCR Sound from All Playing Audio Tracks and Images as a
Speakers ..................................40 Slide Show with Sound .................. 62
Selecting the Movie or Music Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC Functions
Mode .........................................41 (Ver.2.0) ......................................... 64
Sound Adjustments (PBC Playback)
Enjoying Surround Sound by Using Sound Tuner Functions
Field ................................................ 42 Presetting Radio Stations...................... 65
Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound ... 44 Listening to the Radio .......................... 66
(DUAL MONO) Listening to the XM Radio ................... 67
Various Functions for Playing Presetting XM Radio Channels ............ 70
Discs
Searching for a Particular Point on
a Disc .............................................. 45
(Scan, Slow-motion Play, Freeze
Frame)
Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track/
Scene, etc. ....................................... 46
Searching by Scene ............................... 47
(Picture Navigation)
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Other Operations Additional Information

Controlling the TV with the Supplied Precautions............................................ 95
Remote............................................ 72 Notes about the Discs ........................... 96
Using the THEATRE SYNC Troubleshooting.................................... 96
Function .......................................... 73 Self-diagnosis Function ...................... 100
Using the Sound Effect ......................... 75 (When letters/numbers appear in
Using the Sleep Timer .......................... 75 the display)
Changing the Brightness of the Front Specifications...................................... 101
Panel Display .................................. 76 Glossary .............................................. 103
Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Language Code List............................ 107
Adapter ........................................... 77 Index to Parts and Controls ................ 108
Deactivating the Buttons on the Unit.... 78 Guide to the Control Menu Display ... 111
(Child Lock) DVD Setup Display List..................... 114
Advanced Settings and System Menu List ............................... 115
Index ................................................... 116
Adjustments
Locking Discs ....................................... 79
(CUSTOM PARENTAL
CONTROL, PARENTAL
CONTROL)
Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a
Room .............................................. 82
(SPEAKER FORMATION)
Calibrating the Appropriate Settings
Automatically ................................. 84
(AUTO CALIBRATION)
Using the Setup Display........................ 86
Setting the Display or Sound Track
Language ........................................ 88
[LANGUAGE SETUP]
Settings for the Display......................... 88
[SCREEN SETUP]
Custom Settings .................................... 90
[CUSTOM SETUP]
Settings for the Speakers....................... 92
[SPEAKER SETUP]
Returning to the Default Settings.......... 94
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About This Manual This System Can Play the

• The instructions in this manual describe the Following Discs
controls on the remote. You can also use the
controls on the unit if they have the same or Format of
similar names as those on the remote. Disc logo
discs
• The instructions in this manual are for DAV- DVD VIDEO
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, DVD-RW/
“DAV-HDX500 only.” DVD-R
• The Control Menu items may vary depending
on the area.
• “DVD” may be used as a general term for DVD+RW/
DVD VIDEOs, DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, and DVD+R
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

Functions available for DVD (Ver. 1.1 and
VIDEOs, DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs in 2.0 discs)/
video mode, and DVD+Rs/ Audio CD
DVD+RWs
CD-RW/CD-R
Functions available for DVD-Rs/ (audio data)
DVD-RWs in VR (Video (MP3 files)
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 “DVD-RW,” “DVD+RW,” “DVD+R,”
format “DVD VIDEO,” and the “CD” logos are trademarks.
Functions available for DATA CDs
(CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs)
containing MP3* audio tracks and
Note about CDs/DVDs
JPEG image files The system can play CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-
Functions available for DATA RWs recorded in the following formats:
DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD-Rs/
– audio CD format
DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs)
containing MP3* audio tracks and – VIDEO CD format
JPEG image files – MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files of
format conforming to ISO 9660 Level 1/
* MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format Level 2, or its extended format, Joliet
defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio
data.
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The system can play DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/ Music discs encoded with

DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs recorded in the copyright protection
following formats: technologies
– MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files of
This product is designed to play back discs that
format conforming to UDF (Universal Disc
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
Format)
Recently, various music discs encoded with
copyright protection technologies are marketed
Example of discs that the by some record companies. Please be aware that
system cannot play among those discs, there are some that do not
conform to the CD standard and may not be
The system cannot play the following discs: playable by this product.
• CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those
recorded in the formats listed on page 6 Note on DualDiscs
• CD-ROMs recorded in PHOTO CD format A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which
• Data part of CD-Extras mates DVD recorded material on one side with
• DVD Audios digital audio material on the other side.
However, since the audio material side does not
• Super Audio CD
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard,
• DATA DVDs that do not contain MP3 audio
playback on this product is not guaranteed.
tracks or JPEG image files
• DVD-RAMs
About Multi Session CD
Also, the system cannot play the following
• This system can play Multi Session CDs when
discs:
an MP3 audio track is contained in the first
• A DVD VIDEO with a different region code
session. Any subsequent MP3 audio tracks
(page 8, 105)
recorded in later sessions can also be played
• A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g., back.
card, heart)
• This system can play Multi Session CDs when
• A disc with paper or stickers on it a JPEG image file is contained in the first
• A disc that has the adhesive of cellophane tape session. Any subsequent JPEG image files
or a sticker still left on it recorded in later sessions can also be played
Notes about CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/ back.
• If audio tracks and images in music CD format
DVD-RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW
or video CD format are recorded in the first
In some cases, CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD- session, only the first session will be played
RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW cannot be played on back.
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.
DVD VIDEOs labeled ALL will also play on this

system.
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.)
About how to connect the speaker cords to the SPEAKER jacks, see page 21.
Note
• Spread a cloth on the floor to avoid damaging the floor.
Tip
• You can use the speaker without the speaker stand by installing it on the wall (page 28).
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
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DAV-HDX500
Post (short)

Bottom of the base
2 holes
Speaker cord
Top of the base (large)
DAV-HDX501W
Post (long)
Bottom of the base

2 holes
,
Speaker cord
Top of the base (small)
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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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3 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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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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6 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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7 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 (L): Front speaker (R):

White label Red label
White Red
DAV-HDX501W
Front speaker (L): Front speaker (R):
White label Red 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
page 30. For other component connection, see page 34.
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
COAXIAL OPTICAL COMPONENT VIDEO IN R AUDIO IN L VIDEO IN
Y P B/C B P R/C R
DIGITAL
IN
S VIDEO
(DVD ONLY) FM
75
SAT/CABLE COAXIAL
FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L ANTENNA
VIDEO
SPEAKER Y P B/C B P R/C R
R AUDIO IN L
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT MONITOR OUT TV
OUT
XM DMPORT1 DMPORT2
CENTER WOOFER (DVD ONLY)
SPEAKER
AC power cord (mains lead)
A B
VIDEO AUDIO
IN OUT
Subwoofer L
TV
Surround speaker (R) Surround speaker (L)

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DAV-HDX501W
Front speaker (R) Front speaker (L)

Center speaker
FM wire antenna
AM loop antenna (aerial)
(aerial)
DIR-TC1
AM
SAT/CABLE
Y P B/C B P R/C R
DIGITAL
IN
S VIDEO
(DVD ONLY) FM
75
SAT/CABLE COAXIAL
VIDEO
R AUDIO IN L
OUT
XM DMPORT1 DMPORT2
SPEAKER
AC power cord (mains lead)
A B
TV
VIDEO AUDIO
IN OUT
Subwoofer
Surround speaker (R) Surround speaker (L)
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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 Stripped cords are touching each other
another speaker terminal. 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
Pro Logic,” “Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE,” or “Dolby Pro Logic II MUSIC” sound field (page 42).
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 Remove only the loop part from the plastic stand.
2 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) FM wire antenna (aerial)
(supplied) (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 Step 4: Performing the

System Quick Setup
Follow the steps below to make the minimum

Positioning the speakers number of basic adjustments for using the
For the best possible surround sound, all the system.
speakers other than the subwoofer should be
placed at the same distance from the listening "/1
position (A).
Place speakers as illustrated below.
C/X/x/c,
DISPLAY
1 Turn on the TV.

2 Press [/1.
Note
Note
• Do not set the speakers in an inclined position.
• Do not place the speakers in locations that are: • Disconnect the headphones when you perform
the Quick Setup. You cannot operate steps after
– Extremely hot or cold
11 with the headphones connected.
– Dusty or dirty
• Make sure that the function is set to “DVD”
– Very humid (page 37).
– Subject to vibrations
– Subject to direct sunlight 3 Switch the input selector on your TV so
• Use caution when placing the speakers and/or that the signal from the system
speaker stands that are attached with the speakers on appears on the TV screen.
a specially treated (waxed, oiled, polished, etc.) floor, [Press [ENTER] to run QUICK SETUP.]
as staining or discoloration may result. appears at the bottom of the TV screen. If
• When cleaning, use a soft cloth such as a cleaning this message does not appear, recall the
cloth for glasses. Quick Setup display (page 26) and perform
• Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring again.
powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
• Do not lean or hang on the speaker, as the speaker 4 Press without inserting a disc.
may fall down. The Setup Display for selecting the
language used in the on-screen display
Tip
• When you change the positions of the speakers, it is appears.
recommended that you change the settings. For
details, see “Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a
Room” (page 82) and “Calibrating the Appropriate
Settings Automatically” (page 84).
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Note
LANGUAGE SETUP • When the wireless kit WAHT-SD1 (supplied
OSD: ENGLISH
MENU: ENGLISH with DAV-HDX501W only) is installed,

AUDIO: FRENCH [STANDARD (WIRELESS)] appears instead.
SUBTITLE: SPANISH
PORTUGUESE
10 Press .
11 Connect the calibration mic to the
A.CAL MIC jack on the front panel and
press X/x to select [YES].
5 Press X/x to select a language. Set up the calibration mic at the ear level
The system displays the menu and subtitles using a tripod, etc. (not supplied). The front
in the selected language. of each speaker should face the calibration
mic, and there should be no obstruction
6 Press .
between the speakers and the calibration
The Setup Display for selecting the aspect mic. Be quiet during the measurement.
ratio of the TV to be connected appears.
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE: 16:9
YCBCR/RGB (HDMI): 16:9
SCREEN SAVER: 4:3 LETTER BOX
BACKGROUND: 4:3 PAN SCAN
BLACK LEVEL: ON
BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT): OFF
4:3 OUTPUT: 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]
(page 88)
8 Press .
The Setup Display for selecting the speaker
formation appears.
9 Press C/c to select the speaker
formation image as the speakers are
actually positioned.
For details, see “Getting Optimal Surround
Sound for a Room” (page 82).
SPEAKER FORMATION
STANDARD
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12 Press . Tip
• If you change the position of the speakers, reset the
AUTO CALIBRATION speaker settings. See “Getting Optimal Surround
Connect calibration mic. Start Sound for a Room” (page 82) and “Calibrating the
measurement? Appropriate Settings Automatically” (page 84).
• If you want to change any of the settings, see “Using
YES
the Setup Display” (page 86).
NO
To recall the Quick Setup display
1 Press DISPLAY when the system is in
Auto Calibration starts. stop mode.
Note The Control Menu display appears.
• Loud test sound is output when [AUTO
CALIBRATION] starts. You cannot turn the
2 Press X/x to select [SETUP], then
press .
volume down. Give consideration to children
and neighbor. The options for [SETUP] appear.
• Avoid being in the measurement area and
12(27)
making noise during the measurement (which 18(34) DVD VIDEO
takes about 1 minute), as it may interfere with T 0:00:02
measurement.
13 Unplug the calibration mic and press C/
c to select [YES]. QUICK
QUICK
CUSTOM
Measurement complete. RESET
FRONT L : 16ft 4.87m 0.0dB BNR
FRONT R : 16ft 4.87m 0.0dB
CENTER : 16ft 4.87m + 1.0dB 3 Press X/x to select [QUICK], then press .
SUBWOOFER : 16ft 4.87m + 4.0dB The Quick Setup display appears.
SURROUND L : 10ft 3.04m - 2.0dB
SURROUND R : 10ft 3.04m - 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

Getting Started – ADVANCED – mode to on/off
Turning off the 1 Press SYSTEM MENU.
Demonstration 2 Press X/x repeatedly until “DEMO”
Getting Started – ADVANCED –

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 Press .
The setting is made.
X/x/c,
SYSTEM
5 Press SYSTEM MENU.
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
performing “COLD RESET” (page 94)), you can turn
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
You can use the speakers by installing on the (6 23/32 inches)
wall.
6 to 9 mm
Installing the speakers on a (1/4 to 3/8 inch)
wall
1 Prepare screws (not supplied) that are For the front speakers of DAV-
suitable for the hole on the back of HDX501W
each speaker. See the illustrations
below.
100 mm
4 mm (5/32 inch) (3 15/16 inches)
30 mm (1 3/16 inches)
6 to 9 mm
(1/4 to 3/8 inch)
Hole on the back of

4.6 mm the speaker
(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
(1/4 to 3/8 inch)
3 Hang the speakers on the screws.
4.6 mm
(3/16 inch)
6 to 9 mm
(1/4 to 3/8 inch) 10 mm
(13/32 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).
D TV with HDMI* IN jack
IN
To
To HDMI* OUT S VIDEO
DIR-TC1
AM
SAT/CABLE
Y P B/C B P R/C R
DIGITAL
IN
S VIDEO
(DVD ONLY) FM
75
SAT/CABLE COAXIAL
VIDEO
R AUDIO IN L
OUT
XM DMPORT1 DMPORT2
SPEAKER
To COMPONENT
To VIDEO
VIDEO OUT
C A B
VIDEO S VIDEO
IN IN
Y
PB/CB
PR/CR
TV with COMPONENT TV with VIDEO IN jack TV with S VIDEO IN jack

VIDEO IN jacks
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* 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
connection and set the output channel of the system to progressive format (page 32).
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
HDMI OUT (high-definition multimedia interface out) jack” (page 31).
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, etc.
VIDEO
OUT
To SAT/CABLE
AUDIO
(VIDEO IN/AUDIO IN)
OUT
COAXIAL OPTICAL
DIGITAL DIGITAL
OUT OUT
Y
To SAT/CABLE
PB/CB
(COMPONENT VIDEO IN)
or PR/CR
To SAT/CABLE
(DIGITAL IN OPTICAL) or
(DIGITAL IN COAXIAL)
DIR-TC1
AM
SAT/CABLE
Y P B/C B P R/C R
DIGITAL
IN
S VIDEO
(DVD ONLY) FM
75
SAT/CABLE COAXIAL
VIDEO
R AUDIO IN L
OUT
XM DMPORT1 DMPORT2
SPEAKER
To DMPORT1
DIR-TC1 slot for or 2 jack
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
the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, see “Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter” (page 77).
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
Basic Operations want.
When no disc is in the disc stocker you
Playing Discs selected, “NO DISC” appears. Perform next
Step while “*DISC-1* (eg., 2-5)” flashes.
5 Press A.
6
Basic Operations
Load a disc.
Adjust the Place one disc on the tray, and then press A.
volume
"/1 A H FUNCTION
Disc tray DISC 1-5/ Connect

indicators headphones
"/1 Note
Z • When you play an 8 cm disc, place it on the
FUNCTION inner circle of the tray. Be careful that the disc is
DISC SKIP 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.
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
H
X disc.
x
The system starts playback (continuous
MUTING play) of the disc whose DISC indicator is
VOLUME green.
+/– To play back other discs, press DISC SKIP
Depending on the DVD VIDEO or VIDEO CD, on the remote or DISC 1-5 on the unit.
some operations may be different or restricted. Adjust the volume on the unit.
Refer to the operating instructions supplied with The volume level appears on the TV screen
your disc. and in the front panel display.
1 Turn on your TV. Note
• Depending on the system status, the volume level
2 Switch the input selector on the TV to may not appear on the TV screen.
this system.
• When you set the HDMI CONTROL function to on
3 Press "/1. (page 90), the TV that is connected to the system with
the HDMI cord can be synch-operated with the
The system turns on.
system. For details, see the HDMI CONTROL Guide
Unless the system is set to “DVD,” press (supplied separately).
FUNCTION to select “DVD.”
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Tip Additional operations

• 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 To Press
CONTROL Guide (supplied separately). Stop x
• The DISC 1-5 indicators change color as follows: Pause X
– green: the disc is selected, or the disc is being Resume play after pause X or H
played back.
Go to the next chapter, > (except for JPEG)
– off: there is no disc.
Basic Operations
track, or scene
– orange: a disc is loaded in the disc stocker but not
selected. Go back to the preceding . (except for JPEG)
chapter, track, or scene
– The indicator turns off if an unplayable disc is
inserted. Turn off the sound MUTING. To cancel,
temporarily press it again or
To save the power in standby VOLUME + to adjust
mode the sound volume.
Change a disc while playing DISC SKIP
Press "/1 while the system turns on. To cancel
another disc
standby mode, press "/1 once.
Play the desired disc directly DISC 1-5 on the unit.
To turn on/off the DISC 1-5 Stop play and remove the DISC 1-5 and A on the
indicators’ illumination desired disc unit or Z on the
remote.
When you do not operate the system for more
than 30 minutes, the illumination of the DISC 1- Replay the previous scene* (instant replay)
during playback.
5 indicators starts automatically. You can turn
the illumination on or off. Briefly fast forward the (instant advance)
current scene** during playback.
2 Press X/x repeatedly until “ILLUM MODE” * DVD VIDEOs/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs only.
appears in the front panel display, then ** DVD VIDEOs/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs/DVD+RWs/
press or c. DVD+Rs only.
3 Press X/x to select a setting. Note
The default setting is underlined. • 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 About DVD 5-DISC changer
to off.
The disc changer consists of a playing unit and a
4 Press . stocker which transports the discs to the disc slot
The setting is made. and the playing unit.
5 Press SYSTEM MENU. For example, if you press DISC 3, the stocker
The system menu turns off. moves until the DISC 3 comes to the position of
the playing unit and then moves the DISC 3 over
the playing unit.
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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Enjoying the Radio or Changing the input level of

the sound from connected
Other Components 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
FUNCTION
jack on the front panel. This is not a malfunction
Basic Operations
and will depend on the component connected.
To prevent this, you can change the input level
from the sound of the other components.
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until
“SAT/CABLE,” “TV,” or “AUDIO”
X/x/c, appears in the front panel display.
SYSTEM 2 Press SYSTEM MENU.
MENU
3 Press X/x repeatedly until
“ATTENUATE” appears in the front
panel display, then press or c.
The default setting is underlined.
• “ATT ON”: attenuates the input level.
Selecting the connected The output level is changed.
component • “ATT OFF”: normal input level.
You can use a VCR or other components 5 Press .
connected to the SAT/CABLE or TV jacks on The setting is made.
the rear panel. Refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the components for further
information. 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
Enjoying TV or VCR Sound • When you set the [HDMI CONTROL] setting in
[CUSTOM SETUP] to [ON] (page 90), the System
from All Speakers Audio Control function is activated and no sound
may be output from the TV. For details of the System
You can enjoy TV or VCR sound from all the Audio Control function, see the HDMI CONTROL
speakers in this system. Guide (supplied separately).
For details, see “Step 2: Connecting the System • When you use both the SAT/CABLE (AUDIO IN)
and TV” (page 19), “Connecting the TV jacks (analog connection) and SAT/CABLE
Basic Operations
(COAXIAL or OPTICAL DIGITAL IN) jack (digital

(Advanced)” (page 30), and “Connecting Other
connection) at the same time, the digital connection
Components” (page 34). takes priority.
FUNCTION
SOUND
FIELD+/–

“SAT/CABLE” or “TV” appears in the
front panel display.
2 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.
For details of sound field, see page 42.
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Selecting the Movie or

Music Mode
You can choose a suitable sound mode for
movies or music.
Basic Operations
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
Enjoying Surround Sound 2 CHANNEL STEREO
by Using Sound Field * Use DCS Technology
You can take advantage of surround sound Automatic outputting of the

simply by selecting one of the system’s pre- original sound
programmed sound fields. They bring exciting
and powerful sound of movie theaters into your x AUTO FORMAT DIRECT STANDARD
home. 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
SOUND This mode lets you enjoy audio playback of all
FIELD+/– types of discs from multiple speakers.
Note
Press SOUND FIELD +/–.
• The sound is not output from multiple speakers
Press SOUND FIELD +/– repeatedly until the depending on the source.
sound field you want appears in the front panel • Depending on the disc or source, the beginning of the
display. sound may be cut off as the optimum mode is
automatically selected. To avoid cutting the sound,
All sound field select “A.F.D. STD.”
Sound field Display

AUTO FORMAT DIRECT A.F.D. STD Outputting 2 channel sources
STANDARD like CDs by 5.1channel
AUTO FORMAT DIRECT A.F.D. MULTI
x Dolby Pro Logic
MULTI
Dolby Pro Logic produces five output channels
Dolby Pro Logic PRO LOGIC from 2 channel sources. This mode performs Pro
Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE PLII MOVIE Logic decoding to the input signal and output to
Dolby Pro Logic II MUSIC PLII MUSIC front, center, and surround speakers.
Neural Surround NEURAL SUR Meanwhile, the surround channel becomes
CINEMA STUDIO EX A C. ST. EX A* monaural.
CINEMA STUDIO EX B C. ST. EX B*
CINEMA STUDIO EX C C. ST. EX C*
2 CHANNEL STEREO 2CH STEREO
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x Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE/MUSIC x CINEMA STUDIO EX A (Cinema Studio

Dolby Pro Logic II produces five full-bandwidth EX A)
output channels from 2 channel sources. This is Reproduces the sound characteristics of the
done using an advanced, high-purity matrix Sony Pictures Entertainment “Cary Grant
surround decoder that extracts the spatial Theater” cinema production studio. This is a
properties of the original recording without standard mode, great for watching most any type
adding any new sounds or tonal colorations. of movie.
Note x CINEMA STUDIO EX B (Cinema Studio
• When the input signal is multi channel source, Dolby EX B)
Pro Logic and Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE/MUSIC Reproduces the sound characteristics of the
are canceled and the multi channel source is output Sony Pictures Entertainment “Kim Novak
Sound Adjustments
directly. Theater” cinema production studio. This mode
• When the bilingual broadcast sound is input, Dolby is ideal for watching science-fiction or action
Pro Logic and Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE/MUSIC movies with lots of sound effects.
are not effective.
x CINEMA STUDIO EX C (Cinema Studio
EX C)
Outputting XM radio signals in Reproduces the sound characteristics of the
the multi channel surround Sony Pictures Entertainment scoring stage. This
format mode is ideal for watching musicals or classic
films where music is featured in the soundtrack.
x NEURAL SURROUND
The system outputs signals in the multi channel About Cinema Studio EX
surround format when the system receives an Cinema Studio EX is ideal for enjoying movie
XM Radio surround broadcast. When the system software encoded with multi channel format,
receives a stereo broadcast, the stereo sound is such as the Dolby Digital DVD. This mode
emphasized. reproduces the sound characteristics of Sony
Note Pictures Entertainment’s studios.
• NEURAL SURROUND is activated as a PCM signal Cinema Studio EX consists of the following
or 2 channel analog signal. The NEURAL three elements.
SURROUND processing will be turned off • Virtual Multi Dimension
automatically when another type of signal is input. Creates five sets of virtual speakers
The beginning of the sound may be dropped out when
surrounding the listener from a single pair of
this processing is turned on/off. In this case, the sound
field is set to “A.F.D. STD” automatically.
actual surround speakers.
• Screen Depth Matching
In a movie theater, sound seems to come from
Enjoying Digital Cinema inside the image reflected on the movie screen.
Sound This element creates the same sensation in
About DCS (Digital Cinema your listening room by shifting the sound of
Sound) the front speakers “into” the screen.
• Cinema Studio Reverberation
In collaboration with Sony Pictures
Reproduces the reverberations peculiar to a
Entertainment, Sony measured the sound
movie theater. Cinema Studio EX is the
environment of their studios and integrated the
integrated mode which operates these
data of the measurement and Sony’s own DSP
elements simultaneously.
(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 Enjoying Multiplex
in the playback signal.
• When listening with sound fields that employ virtual Broadcast Sound
speakers, you will not be able to hear any sound
coming directly from the surround speakers. (DUAL MONO)
You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when

Using only the front speaker the system receive or play the Dolby Digital
and subwoofer multiplex broadcast signal.
x 2 CHANNEL STEREO Note
This mode outputs the sound from the front left • To receive the Dolby Digital signal, you need to
connect a digital satellite tuner to the unit with an
and right speakers and subwoofer. Standard 2
optical or coaxial digital cord (page 34) and set the
channel (stereo) sources completely bypass the
digital output mode of the digital satellite tuner to
sound field processing. Multi channel surround Dolby Digital.
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
x HEADPHONE THEATER AUDIO
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
To turn the surround effect off
want appears in the front panel display.
Press SOUND FIELD +/– repeatedly until The default setting is underlined.
“A.F.D. STD” or “2CH STEREO” appears in • “MAIN”: Sound of the main language will be
the front panel display. output.
Tip • “SUB”: Sound of the sub language will be
• The system memorizes the last sound field selected output.
for each function mode. • “MAIN+SUB”: Mixed sound of both the main
Whenever you select a function such as DVD or and sub languages will be output.
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
Searching for a Particular (Slow-motion Play)
(DVD VIDEO, DVD-R, DVD-RW, VIDEO
Point on a Disc CD only)
(Scan, Slow-motion Play, Freeze Press /m or M/ when the system is in
Frame) 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
You can quickly locate a particular point on a each press the indication changes as follows:

disc by monitoring the picture or playing back
slowly. Playback direction
2 y1
Note
• Depending on the DVD/VIDEO CD, you may not be Opposite direction (DVD VIDEO only)
able to do some of the operations described. 2 y1
Locating a point quickly by Playing one frame at a time

playing a disc in fast forward (Freeze Frame)
or fast reverse (Scan) (DVD VIDEO, DVD-R, DVD-RW, VIDEO
(Except for JPEG) CD only)
Press /m or M/ while playing a disc. When the system is in the pause mode, press
When you find the point you want, press H to to go to the next frame. Press to go to
return to normal speed. Each time you press / the preceding frame (DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/
m or M/ during scan, the playback speed DVD-RW only). To return to normal playback,
changes. With each press the indication changes press H.
as shown below. Actual speeds may differ with Note
some discs. • 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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3 Press .
Searching for a Title/ [** (**)] changes to [– – (**)].
Chapter/Track/Scene, 12(27)
(34) DVD VIDEO
etc. T 1:32:55
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 4 Press X/x or the number buttons to
select the title, chapter, track, index,
and tracks are assigned unique numbers on the
scene, etc., number you want to search
disc, you can select the desired one by entering
for.
its number. Or, you can search for a scene using
the time code. If you make a mistake
1 Press DISPLAY. (When playing a Cancel the number by pressing CLEAR,
DATA CD/DATA DVD with JPEG image then select another number.
files, press DISPLAY twice.)
5 Press .
The Control Menu display appears.
The system starts playback from the
2 Press X/x to select the search method. selected number.
The display will show different items
To search for a scene using the
depending on the disc.
time code (DVD VIDEO and
[TITLE], [TRACK], [SCENE]
DVD-VR mode only)
[CHAPTER], [INDEX]
1 In Step 2, select [TIME/TEXT].
[TIME/TEXT] [T **:**:**] (playing time of the current title)
Select [TIME/TEXT] to search for a is selected.
starting point by inputting the time code. 2 Press .
[TRACK] [T **:**:**] changes to [T --:--:--].
[ALBUM] 3 Input the time code using the number
[FILE] buttons, then press .
For example, to find the scene at 2 hours, 10
Example: when you select
minutes, and 20 seconds after the beginning,
[CHAPTER]
just enter [2:10:20].
[** (**)] is selected (** refers to a number).
The number in parentheses indicates the Tip
total number of titles, chapters, tracks, • When the Control Menu display is turned off, you can
indexes, scenes, albums or files. search for a chapter (DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/DVD-
RW) or track (VIDEO CD/CD) by pressing the
12(27)
number buttons and .
18(34) DVD VIDEO
T 1:32:55 Note
• You cannot search for a scene on a DVD+RW using
the time code.
Selected row
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Searching by Scene Resuming Playback from

(Picture Navigation) the Point Where You
Stopped the Disc
You can divide the TV screen into 9 subscreens (Resume Play)
and find the desired scene quickly.
1 Press PICTURE NAVI during playback.
The following display appears.
When you stop the disc, the system remembers
CHAPTER VIEWER ENTER 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.
2 Press PICTURE NAVI repeatedly to
select an item. 1 While playing a disc, press x to stop
• [TITLE VIEWER] (DVD VIDEO only) playback.
• [CHAPTER VIEWER] (DVD VIDEO “RESUME” appears in the front panel
only) display.
• [TRACK VIEWER] (VIDEO CD/ If “RESUME” does not appear, Resume
Super VCD only) Play is not available.
3 Press . 2 Press H.
The first scene of each title, chapter, or The system starts playback from the point
track appears as follows. where you stopped the disc in Step 1.
Note
• Depending on where you stop the disc, the system
1 2 3 may not resume playback from exactly the same
point.
• The point where you stopped playing may be cleared
4 5 6 when:
– you eject the disc.
– the system enters standby mode (DATA CD/
7 8 9
DATA DVD only).
– you change or reset the settings on the Setup
4 Press C/X/x/c to select a title, chapter, Display.
or track, and press .
– you change the parental control level.
The system starts playback from the – you change the function by pressing FUNCTION.
selected scene. – you disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
To return to normal play during • For DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs in VR mode, VIDEO CDs,
CDs, DATA CDs, and DATA DVDs, the system
setting remembers the resume playback point for the current
Press O RETURN. disc.
• The resume point is cleared when you select another
Note
disc.
• Depending on the disc, you may not be able to select
• Resume Play does not work during Program Play and
some items.
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, Creating Your Own
then press H.
Program
To enjoy a disc that is played
before by resume playback (Program Play)
(Multi-disc Resume)
(DVD VIDEO, VIDEO CD only)
You can play the contents of a disc in the order
This system stores the point where you stopped you want by arranging the order of the tracks on
the disc for up to 40 discs and resumes playback the disc to create your own program. You can
the next time you insert the same disc. If you program up to 99 tracks.
store a resume playback point for the 41st disc, Note
the resume playback point for the first disc is • You can program the track on the current disc only.
deleted.
To activate this function, set [MULTI-DISC 1 Press DISPLAY.
RESUME] in [CUSTOM SETUP] to [ON]. For The Control Menu display appears.
details, see “[MULTI-DISC RESUME] (DVD 2 Press X/x to select
VIDEO/VIDEO CD only)” (page 91). [PROGRAM], then press .
Tip The options for [PROGRAM] appear.
• To play from the beginning of the disc, press x twice,
then press H. 6 (14) PLAY
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Note
OFF
• If [MULTI-DISC RESUME] in [CUSTOM SETUP] OFF
is set to [OFF] (page 91), the resume point is cleared SET
when you change the function by pressing ON
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 – – 01
3. TRACK – – 02
4. TRACK – – 03
5. TRACK – – 04
6. TRACK – – 05
7. TRACK – – 06
Tracks recorded Total time of the

on a disc programmed tracks
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4 Press c. To change or cancel a program

The cursor moves to the track row [T] (in 1 Follow steps 1 to 3 of “Creating Your Own
this case, [01]). Program.”
PROGRAM 0:00:00
2 Select the program number of the track you
ALL CLEAR
T want to change or cancel using X/x.
1. TRACK – – ––
If you want to delete the track from the
2. TRACK – – 01
3. TRACK – – 02 program, press CLEAR.
4. TRACK – – 03
5. TRACK – – 04 3 Follow Step 5 for new programming.
6. TRACK – – 05
7. TRACK – – 06 To cancel a program, select [--] under [T],
then press .
5 Select the track you want to program. To cancel all of the tracks in the
For example, select track [02]. programmed order

Press X/x to select [02] under [T], then
1 Follow steps 1 to 3 of “Creating Your Own
press . Program.”
Selected track 2 Press X and select [ALL CLEAR].
3 Press .
PROGRAM 0:15:30
T
ALL CLEAR
1. TRACK 02 ––
2. TRACK –– 01
3. TRACK –– 02
4. TRACK –– 03
5. TRACK –– 04
6. TRACK –– 05
7. TRACK –– 06
Total time of the programmed tracks
6 To program other tracks, repeat steps 4

to 5.
The programmed tracks are displayed in the
selected order.
7 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. Note
• You cannot use this function with VIDEO CDs and
Note
Super VCDs with PBC playback.
• Same song may be played repeatedly during MP3
playback.
• You can shuffle the tracks on the current disc only.
1 Press DISPLAY during playback.
2 Press X/x to select [SHUFFLE],
then press .
The options for [SHUFFLE] appear.
6 (14) PLAY
T 2:50 CD
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

Playing Repeatedly DVD
• [OFF]: does not play 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.
You can play all the titles, tracks or albums on a • [TRACK] (MP3 audio tracks only):
disc or a single title, chapter, track, or album repeats the current track.
repeatedly.
You can use a combination of Shuffle or
4 Press .
Program Play modes. The item is selected.
1 Press DISPLAY during playback. To return to normal play

The Control Menu display appears. In Step 3, press CLEAR or select [OFF].
2 Press X/x to select [REPEAT], To turn off the Control Menu
then press . display
The options for [REPEAT] appear. Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control
6 (14)
PLAY
T 2:50 CD
Note
• You cannot use this function with VIDEO CDs and
OFF Super VCDs with PBC playback.
OFF • When playing a DATA CD/DATA DVD which
ALL DISCS
ONE DISC contains MP3 audio track and JPEG image files, and
TRACK their playing time is not the same, the audio sound
will not match the image.
3 Press X/x to select the item to be

• When [MODE (MP3, JPEG)] is set to [IMAGE
(JPEG)] (page 62), you cannot select [TRACK].
repeated.
x When playing a DVD VIDEO or DVD-
VR
• [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
• [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 When playing a DVD VIDEO recorded in
sections are called “titles.” When you play a multiple audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital,
DVD which contains several titles, you can MPEG audio, or DTS), you can change the
select the title you want using DVD TOP audio format. If the DVD VIDEO is recorded
MENU. with multilingual tracks, you can also change the
When you play DVDs that allow you to select language.
items such as the language for the subtitles and With VIDEO CDs, CDs, DATA CDs, or DATA
the language for the sound, select these items DVDs, you can select the sound from the right or
using DVD MENU. left channel and listen to the sound of the
1 Press DVD TOP MENU or DVD MENU.
selected channel through both the right and left
speakers.
The disc’s menu appears on the TV screen.
The contents of the menu vary from disc to 1 Press AUDIO during playback.
disc. The following display appears.
2 Press C/X/x/c or the number buttons to
1:ENGLISH DOLBY DIGITAL 3/2.1
select the item you want to play or
change.
3 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
“Language Code List” (page 107) to see
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 x When playing a DVD

• [2: MAIN], [2: SUB], and [2: MAIN+SUB] do
Example:
not appear when one audio stream is recorded on
the disc. Dolby Digital 5.1 ch
x When playing a VIDEO CD, CD, DATA LFE (Low
CD (MP3 audio), or DATA DVD (MP3 Surround (L/R) Frequency Effect)
audio)
1:ENGLISH DOLBY DIGITAL 3 / 2 .1
• [STEREO]: the standard stereo sound
• [1/L]: the sound of the left channel Front (L/R) +
L C R
(monaural) Center LFE
LS RS
• [2/R]: the sound of the right channel
(monaural) Currently playing

program format
x When playing a Super VCD
Example:
• [1:STEREO]: the stereo sound of the
audio track 1 Dolby Digital 3 ch
• [1:1/L]: the sound of the left channel of Surround
the audio track 1 (monaural) Front (L/R) (Monaural)
• [1:2/R]: the sound of the right channel of
the audio track 1 (monaural)
2:SPANISH DOLBY DIGITAL 2 / 1
• [2:STEREO]: the stereo sound of the
audio track 2 L R
• [2:1/L]: the sound of the left channel of

S
the audio track 2 (monaural)
• [2:2/R]: the sound of the right channel of Currently playing
the audio track 2 (monaural) program format
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 Audio signals recorded in a disc contain the
select [2:STEREO], [2:1/L], or [2:2/R]. sound elements (channels) shown below. Each
channel is output from a separate speaker.
• Front (L)
Checking the audio signal
• Front (R)
format
• Center
(DVD only) • Surround (L)
If you press AUDIO repeatedly during • Surround (R)
playback, the format of the current audio signal • Surround (Monaural): This signal can be either
(PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.) appears as the Dolby Surround Sound processed signals
shown below. or the Dolby Digital sound’s monaural
Surround audio signals.
• LFE (Low Frequency Effect) signal
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Selecting [ORIGINAL] or Viewing Information About

[PLAY LIST] on a DVD-R/ the Disc
DVD-RW
Some DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs in VR (Video

Viewing the playing time and
Recording) mode have two types of titles for
playback: originally recorded titles
remaining time in the front
([ORIGINAL]) and titles that can be created on panel display
recordable DVD players for editing ([PLAY You can check disc information, such as the
LIST]). You can select the type of title to be remaining time, total number of titles in a DVD,
played. tracks in a VIDEO CD, CD, or MP3 using the
1 Press DISPLAY when the system is front panel display (page 110).
in stop mode. Press DISPLAY.
The Control Menu display appears. Each time you press DISPLAY while playing
2 Press X/x to select [ORIGINAL/ the disc, the display changes 1 t 2 t ...
PLAY LIST], then press . t 1 t ...
The options for [ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST] Some displayed items may disappear after a few
appear. seconds.
1 (44)
When playing a DVD VIDEO or
3 ( 28) DVD-VR DVD-R/DVD-RW
T 1:30:50
1 Playing time and number of the current title
PLAY LIST
PLAY LIST 2 Remaining time of the current title
ORIGINAL
3 Playing time and number of the current
chapter
4 Remaining time of the current chapter
5 Disc name
3 Press X/x to select a setting. 6 Title and chapter
• [PLAY LIST]: plays the titles created When playing a VIDEO CD
from [ORIGINAL] for editing. (without PBC functions) or CD
• [ORIGINAL]: plays the titles originally 1 Playing time of the current track
recorded. 2 Remaining time of the current track
3 Playing time of the disc
4 Press .
4 Remaining time of the disc
5 Disc name
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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Tip
x When playing a VIDEO CD (without
• When playing VIDEO CDs with PBC functions, the PBC functions) or CD
playing time is displayed. • T **:**
Playing time of the current track
Note
• The system can only display the first level of the • T–**:**
DVD/CD text, such as the disc name or title. Remaining time of the current track
• If an MP3 file name cannot be displayed, “*” will • D **:**
appear in the front panel display instead. Playing time of the current disc
• The disc name or track name may not be displayed • D–**:**
depending on the text. 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

Playing time of the current track
remaining time Note
You can check the playing time and remaining • Characters/marks may not be displayed for some
languages.
time of the current title, chapter, or track, and the
• Depending on the type of disc being played, the
total playing time or remaining time of the disc.
system can only display a limited number of
You can also check the DVD text and MP3
characters. Also, depending on the disc, not all text
folder name/file name recorded in the disc. 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
2 Press DISPLAY repeatedly to change
recorded in the disc. You cannot change the text.
the time information.
If the disc does not contain text, “NO TEXT”
The display and the kinds of time that you appears.
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–**:**:** To check DATA CD/DATA DVD
Remaining time of the current title (MP3 audio) text
• C **:**:**
By pressing DISPLAY while playing MP3
Playing time of the current chapter
audio tracks on a DATA CD/DATA DVD, you
• C–**:**:** can display the name of the album/track, and the
Remaining time of the current chapter audio bit rate (the amount of data per second of
x When playing a VIDEO CD (with PBC the current audio) on your TV screen.
functions)
• **:**
Playing time of the current scene
continued
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Bit rate*
Changing the Angles
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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
* Appears when playing an MP3 audio track on to change the angle even if multi-angles are recorded
DATA CDs/DATA DVDs. on the DVD VIDEO.
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.
1(8)
1(20) 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
If subtitles are recorded on a disc, you can turn
Sound
the subtitles on or off while playing. If (A/V SYNC)
multilingual subtitles are recorded on the disc,
you can change the subtitle language while
playing, or turn the subtitles on or off whenever When the sound does not match the pictures on
you want. the TV screen, you can adjust the delay between
Press SUBTITLE during playback. the picture and sound.
Each time you press SUBTITLE, the subtitle 1 Press DISPLAY.

language changes. The Control Menu display appears.
Note 2 Press X/x to select [A/V SYNC],
• Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may not be able then press .
to change the subtitles even if multilingual subtitles
are recorded on it. You also may not be able to turn
The options for [A/V SYNC] appear.
them off.
1(12)
1(28) DVD VIDEO
T 0:00:02
OFF
OFF
ON

• [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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About MP3 Audio Tracks MP3 audio track or JPEG

image file that the system can
and JPEG Image Files play
You can play the MP3 audio tracks or JPEG
image files:
• which have the extension “.MP3” (MP3 audio
What is MP3/JPEG? track) or “.JPG”/“.JPEG” (JPEG image file)
MP3 is audio compression technology that • which conform to the DCF* image file format
satisfies the ISO/MPEG regulations. JPEG is * “Design rule for Camera File system”: Image
standards for digital cameras regulated by Japan
image compression technology.
Electronics and Information Technology Industries
Association (JEITA).
Discs that the system can Note
play • The system will play any data with the
extension “.MP3,” “.JPG,” or “.JPEG” even if
You can play back DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-
they are not in MP3 or JPEG format. Playing
Rs/CD-RWs) or DATA DVDs (DVD-Rs/DVD-
this data may generate a loud noise which
RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs/DVD-ROMs)
could damage your speaker system.
recorded in MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) or
JPEG format. However, the DATA CDs must be • The system does not conform to audio in
recorded according to ISO 9660 Level 1, Level MP3PRO format.
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 • If you add numbers (01, 02, 03, etc.) to the front of the
tracks or JPEG image files track (or file) names when you store the tracks (or
files) in a disc, the tracks (or files) will be played in
The playback order of MP3 audio tracks or that order.
JPEG image files recorded on a DATA CD or • A disc with many trees takes longer to start playback.
DATA DVD is as follows:
Note
x Structure of disc contents • Playback order may differ from the illustration
depending on the software you use to create the
Tree 1 Tree 2 Tree 3 Tree 4 Tree 5
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.
• Some type of JPEG files cannot be played.
Album Track (MP3 audio) or

File (JPEG image)
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

album names appears (page 60), the album
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 Press x.
DATA DVDs with MP3 To play the next or previous MP3

audio track
Audio Tracks and JPEG Press ./>. Note that you can select the
Image Files 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.
The albums recorded on the DATA CD or To turn off the display
DATA DVD appear. When an album is Press DVD MENU.
being played, its title is shaded.
Selecting a JPEG image file or
3( 30)
album
ROCK BEST HIT
KARAOKE
MY FAVOURITE SONG
R&B The albums recorded on the DATA CD or
JAZZ
CLASSIC DATA DVD appear. When an album is
SALSA OF CUBA being played, its title is shaded.
BOSSA NOVA
3( 30)
2 Press X/x to select an album.
ROCK BEST HIT
KARAOKE
x When selecting an album MY FAVOURITE SONG
Press H to start playing the selected R&B
JAZZ
album. CLASSIC
SALSA OF CUBA
x When selecting a track BOSSA NOVA
Press .
The list of tracks contained in the album
appears.
MY FAVOURITE SONG
1(256)
WALTZ FOR DEBBY

MY ROMANCE
MILES TONES
MY FUNNY VALENTINE
AUTUMN LEAVES
ALL BLUES
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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2 Press X/x to select an album. To rotate a JPEG image

x When selecting an album When a JPEG image file is displayed on the TV
Press H to start playing the selected screen, you can rotate the image by 90 degrees.
album. Press X/x while viewing an image. Each time
you press X, the image rotates counterclockwise
x When selecting an image
by 90 degrees.
Press PICTURE NAVI.
Example of when you press X once:
Images of files in the album appear in 16
subscreens. Rotating direction
1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12
13 14 15 16
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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7 Press X/x to select the album you want

Playing Audio Tracks and and press H.
The system starts playing the selected
Images as a Slide Show album.
with Sound You can turn the album list on and off by
pressing DVD MENU repeatedly.
Tip
• When you select [AUTO], the system can recognize
You can play a slide show with sound by first up to 300 MP3 tracks and 300 JPEG files in a single
placing both MP3 and JPEG files in the same album. When you select [AUDIO (MP3)] or [IMAGE
album on a DATA CD or DATA DVD. When (JPEG)], the system can recognize up to 600 MP3 or
you play back the DATA CD or DATA DVD, 600 JPEG files in a single album. A maximum of 200
albums can be recognized regardless of the selected
select [AUTO] mode as explained below.
mode.
Note
2 Press DISPLAY when the system is • If you set [MODE (MP3, JPEG)] to [IMAGE
in stop mode. (JPEG)] on a disc that contains MP3 tracks only or
The Control Menu display appears. [AUDIO (MP3)] on a disc that contains JPEG files
only, you may not be able to change the [MODE
3 Press X/x to select [MODE (MP3, JPEG)] setting.
(MP3, JPEG)], then press . • PICTURE NAVI does not work when [AUDIO
The options for [MODE (MP3, JPEG)] (MP3)] is selected.
appear. • If you play large MP3 track data and JPEG image
data at the same time, the sound may skip. It is
12(27) recommended that you set the MP3 bit rate to 128
18(34) DATA CD MP3 kbps or lower when creating the file. If the sound still
T 1:32:55
skips, then reduce the size of the JPEG file.
AUTO
AUTO
AUDIO (MP3)
IMAGE (JPEG) Specifying the slide show
duration
(JPEG only)
4 Press X/x to select a setting. When you play JPEG image files using slide
The default setting is underlined. show, you can specify the duration for slides to
• [AUTO]: plays both the JPEG image files appear on the TV screen.
and MP3 audio tracks in the same album 1 Press DISPLAY twice.
as a slide show. The Control Menu display appears.
• [AUDIO (MP3)]: plays only MP3 audio
tracks continuously.
2 Press X/x to select
[INTERVAL], then press .
• [IMAGE (JPEG)]: plays only JPEG
image files as a slide show. The options for [INTERVAL] appear.
5 Press . 3 ( 12)
1( 4) DATA CD JPEG
6 Press DVD MENU. 10/29/2007
NORMAL
The list of albums recorded on the DATA NORMAL
FAST
CD or DATA DVD appears. SLOW1
SLOW2
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3 Press X/x to select a setting. 3 Press X/x to select a setting.

The default setting is underlined. The default setting is underlined.
• [NORMAL]: sets the duration to about 6 • [MODE1]: The image sweeps in from top
to 9 seconds. to bottom.
• [FAST]: sets the duration shorter than • [MODE2]: The image stretches out from
[NORMAL]. left to right of the TV screen.
• [SLOW1]: sets the duration longer than • [MODE3]: The image stretches out from
[NORMAL]. the center of the TV screen.
• [SLOW2]: sets the duration longer than • [MODE4]: The images randomly cycle
[SLOW1]. through the effects.
4 Press . • [MODE5]: The next image slides over the
previous image.
Note
• [OFF]: turns off this function.
• Some JPEG files may take longer to display than

others, which may make the duration seems longer 4 Press .
than the option you selected. Especially progressive
JPEG files or JPEG files of 3,000,000 pixels or more.
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 Press DISPLAY twice.
2 Press X/x to select [EFFECT],
then press .
The options for [EFFECT] appear.
3 ( 12)
1( 4) DATA CD JPEG
10/23/2007
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 Press .
4 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
Presetting Radio Stations (except for Russian and Middle
Eastern models)
You can preset 20 FM stations, and 10 AM
stations. Before tuning, make sure to turn down The AM tuning interval can be set to either
the volume to minimum. 10 kHz or 9 kHz.
To change the AM tuning interval, first tune in
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until any AM station, then turn off the system by
“TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” appears pressing "/1 on the unit. While holding down
in the front panel display. > on the unit, press "/1 on the unit to turn on
2 Press and hold TUNING + or – until the the power. If you change the interval, AM preset
auto scanning starts. stations will be erased.
Scanning stops when the system tunes in a To reset the interval, repeat the same procedure.
station. “TUNED” and “ST” (for stereo
Tuner Functions
program) appear in the front panel display.
4 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 Repeat Steps 1 to 7 to store other

stations.
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
Preset radio stations in the system’s memory effect, but reception will improve.
first (see “Presetting Radio Stations” (page 65)).
2 Press X/x repeatedly until “FM MODE”
“TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” 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.”
Tip
• You can select the preset station number directly
• “STEREO”: stereo reception.
by pressing the number buttons. • “MONO”: monaural reception.
3 Adjust the volume by pressing 5 Press .
VOLUME +/–. The setting is made.
To turn off the radio 6 Press SYSTEM MENU.
Press "/1. The system menu turns off.
To listen to non-preset radio

Naming preset stations
stations
Use manual or automatic tuning in Step 2. You can enter a name for preset stations. These
For manual tuning, press TUNING + or – names (for example, “XYZ”) appear in the front
repeatedly. panel display when a station is selected.
For automatic tuning, press and hold TUNING + Note that no more than one name can be entered
or –. The automatic tuning stops automatically for each preset station.
when the system receives the radio station. To 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until
stop the automatic tuning manually, press “TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” appears
TUNING + or –. in the front panel display.
To listen to radio stations when The last received station is tuned in.
you know the frequencies 2 Press PRESET + or – repeatedly to
Use direct tuning in Step 2. select the preset station you want to
create an index name for.
1 Press D.TUNING.
2 Press the number buttons to select the
frequencies. 4 Press X/x repeatedly until “NAME IN”

3 Press .
Tip
• To improve reception, reorient the supplied antennas
(aerials).
5 Press or c.
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6 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. About XM Satellite Radio
Letters, numbers, and other symbols can be XM Satellite Radio offers an extraordinary
input for a radio station. variety of commercial-free music, plus the best
If you make a mistake in sports, news, talk and entertainment. XM is
broadcast in superior digital audio from coast to
Press C/c repeatedly until the character to coast. From rock to reggae, from classical to hip
be changed flashes, then press X/x to select hop, XM has something for every music fan.
the desired character. XM’s dedication to playing the richest selection
To erase the character, press C/c of music is matched by its passion for live
repeatedly until the character to be erased sporting events, talk radio, up-to-the-minute
flashes, then press CLEAR. news, stand-up comedy, children’s
7 Press . programming, and much more. For U.S.
“COMPLETE” appears in the front panel customers, information about XM Satellite
Tuner Functions
display, and the station name is stored. Radio is available online at www.xmradio.com.
For Canadian customers, information about XM
8 Press SYSTEM MENU. Canada is online at www.xmradio.ca.
XM Satellite Radio Terms and
Tip
Conditions
• You can check the frequency by pressing DISPLAY
repeatedly (page 67). Hardware and required monthly subscription
sold separately. Other fees and taxes, including
a one-time activation fee may apply.
Viewing the station name or Subscription fee is consumer only. All fees and
frequency in the front panel programming subject to change. Channels with
display frequent explicit language are indicated with an
XL. Channel blocking is available for XM radio
When the system is set to “TUNER FM” or receivers by calling 1-800-XMRADIO (US
“TUNER AM,” you can check the frequency residents) and 1-877-GET-XMSR (Canadian
using the front panel display. residents).
Press DISPLAY. For a full listing of the XM commercial-free
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display channels and advertising-supported channels,
changes as shown. visit lineup.xmradio.com (US residents) or
1 Station name* xmradio.ca (Canadian residents).
2 Frequency** Subscriptions subject to Customer Agreement
* This is displayed if you have entered a name for a available at xmradio.com (US residents) and
preset station. xmradio.ca (Canadian residents). Only available
** Returns to the original display when several seconds in the 48 contiguous United States and Canada.
has elapsed. © 2006 XM Satellite Radio Inc. All rights
reserved. All other trademarks are the property
of their respective owners
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To Activate XM Satellite Radio Note
Once you have installed the XM Mini-Tuner • To ensure optimal reception of XM’s satellite signal,
Dock, inserted the XM Mni-Tuner, connected move your antenna to various window locations
around your home to see where the best reception will
the XM Dock to your XM Ready® home audio
be received. Most XM customers place the antenna in
system, and installed the antenna, you are ready a south-facing window with a clear view to the sky.
to subscribe and begin receiving XM
programming. There are three places to find
your eight character XM Radio ID: on the XM Checking the XM Radio ID
Mini-Tuner, on the XM Mini-Tuner package,
and on XM Channel 0. Record the Radio ID in
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “XM”
the following eight squares for reference.
ssssssss 2 Press D.TUNING.
Note: The XM Radio ID does not use the letters 3 Press 0, and then to select channel
“I,” “O,” “S,” or “F.” Activate your XM Satellite 0.
Radio service in the U.S. online at http:// 4 Check the XM Radio ID in the front
activate.xmradio.com or call 1-800-XM- 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.
Receiving XM Radio
Activation normally takes 10 to 15 minutes, but broadcasts
during peak busy periods you may need to keep Before tuning, make sure to turn down the
your XM Ready home audio system on for up to volume to minimum.
an hour. When you can access the full channel
lineup on your XM Ready home audio system 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “XM”
you are done. For more information or to appears in the front panel display.
subscribe in Canada, visit XM on the Web at 2 Press TUNING + or – to select a
www.xmradio.ca or call XM’s Listener Care at channel.
1-877-GET-XMSR (1-877-438-9677) For slow tuning, press TUNING + or –
briefly.
Connecting the XM Radio For fast tuning, press and hold TUNING +
or –.
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

SAT/CABLE
AM category (Category Tuning)
OPTICAL COMPONENT VIDEO IN R AUDIO IN L VIDEO IN
Y P B/C B P R/C R
S VIDEO
You can select a channel from one category or
(DVD ONLY) FM
VIDEO
75
COAXIAL
ANTENNA
all the categories by changing the category
Y P B/C B P R/C R
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT MONITOR OUT
R AUDIO IN L
TV mode.
1
XM DMPORT1 DMPORT2
Press CATEGORY MODE repeatedly to

select “ONE CAT.”
• “ALL CAT” : You can select a channel
XM Jack from all the categories. The initial setting
is “ALL CAT.”
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• “ONE CAT” : You can select a channel

from one category. “CAT” lights up in the Displaying the XM Radio
front panel display, when you set to “ONE information in the front panel
CAT” mode. display
2 Press CATEGORY + or – to select the Press DISPLAY repeatedly.
category you want. Each time you press DISPLAY while tuning in
The category is selected and the channel the channel, the display changes 1 t 2 t ...
with the lowest number in the specified t 1 t ...
category is selected. 1 Channel name
3 Press TUNING + or – to select the 2 Channel number
channel. 3 Category
4 Artist name/Feature
Note
5 Song/Program title
• 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.
Tuner Functions
• 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”
2 Press D.TUNING.
3 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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Presetting XM Radio Selecting the channel by

using the preset numbers
Channels 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “XM”
You can select the channels you want directly by
presetting them using the preset numbers. 2 Press the number buttons to select the
You can preset up to 30 XM Radio channels. 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
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “XM” 30.
Note
2 Tune in the channel you want to preset. • The preset channel information will be updated
For details on selecting channels, see depending on the service provided by the XM
“Listening to the XM Radio” (page 67). Satellite Radio Inc. that you have subscribed to.
• When the XM Radio ID appears in the front panel
3 Press SYSTEM MENU. display (“channel 0” is selected) (page 68), you
“MEMORY” appears in the front panel cannot preset XM Radio channels. The XM Radio ID
display. disappears when other than “channel 0” is selected.
4 Press .
5 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 Repeat 2 to 6 to preset another
channel.
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 The encryption code is being
updated.
,Wait until the encryption
code has been updated.
NO SIGNAL The signal strength is too weak.
,Adjust the antenna so that
Tuner Functions
the signal strength is as
strong as possible.
LOADING 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 Code number

RCA/PROSCAN 503, 510, 544
Other Operations
SAMSUNG 515, 517, 544, 557, 566, 569,
Controlling the TV with the 574
SANYO 508, 545, 567
Supplied Remote SHARP 517, 535, 565
TELEFUNKEN/ 530, 537, 547, 549, 558
By adjusting the remote signal, you can control SABA
your TV with the supplied remote. THOMSON 530, 537, 547, 549
Note TOSHIBA 535, 541, 551
• When you replace the batteries of the remote, the ZENITH 543, 567
code number may reset itself to the default (SONY)
setting. Reset the appropriate code number. CATV
Controlling TVs with the SONY 821, 824, 825
remote HAMLIN/REGAL 836, 837, 838, 839, 840
Press and hold TV [/1 while entering your JERROLD 830, 831
TV’s manufacturer’s code (see the table) JERROLD/GI 806, 807, 808, 809, 810, 811,
using the number buttons. Then release TV 812, 813, 814
[/1. OAK 841, 842, 843
If you set successfully the manufacturer’s code, PANASONIC 816, 826, 832, 833, 834, 835
the TV button flashes twice slowly. If the setting PIONEER 828, 829
is unsuccessful, the TV button flashes five times SCIENTIFIC 815, 816, 817, 844
quickly. ATLANTA
Code numbers of controllable TVs TOCOM/PHILIPS 830, 831

ZENITH 826, 827
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
TV buttons.
By pressing You can
SONY/AIWA 501 (default)
TV [/1 Turn the TV on or off.
DAEWOO 503, 506, 515, 544
TV INPUT Switch the TV’s input source
FISHER 508, 545
between the TV and other input
GRUNDIG 533 sources.
HITACHI 503, 514, 515, 517, 544, 557 TV VOL +/–* Adjust the TV volume.
ITT/NOKIA 521, 522 TV CH +/–* Select the TV channel.
JVC 516 Number Select the TV channel.
LG/GOLDSTAR 503, 515, 517, 544, 568 buttons*,
LOEWE 515 ENTER*
MAGNAVOX 503, 515, 517, 518, 544, 566 TOOLS* Displays the operation menu for
the current display.
MITSUBISHI/MGA 503, 527, 544, 566, 568
RETURN* Return to the previous channel or
PANASONIC 509, 553, 572
layer on the menu of the TV.
PHILIPS 518, 557, 558
TV MENU* Display the menu of the TV.
PIONEER 509, 525, 551
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By pressing You can

MUTING* Turn off the TV sound Using the THEATRE SYNC
temporarily.
C/X/x/c*, * Select the item on the menu.
Function
* To use these buttons while in the TV mode (the TV THEATRE SYNC allows you to turn on your
button lights up), press the TV button. Sony TV and this system, changes the system
mode to “DVD,” and then switches the TV’s
- is for selecting a channel number greater than input source you set with one button push.
10. (For example, for channel 25, press -, then
2 and 5.)
Preparing for the THEATRE
Note SYNC function
• Depending on the TV, you may not be able to control
your TV or to use some of the buttons above. Register the TV’s input source connected to this
• The TV mode turns off when you do not operate the system.
remote for 10 seconds.
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.
Other Operations
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
CLEAR* COMPONENT 2
PICTURE COMPONENT 3
NAVI*
AUDIO* COMPONENT 4
SUBTITLE* HDMI 1
ANGLE* HDMI 2
VIDEO HDMI 3
FORMAT*
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By pressing Number TV’s input source Note
MOVIE/ HDMI 4 • This function is only for Sony TVs. (This function
MUSIC* may not work on some Sony TVs.)
• If distance between TV and this unit is too far, this
DYNAMIC HDMI 5
function may not work. Install the unit near the TV.
BASS*
• Keep the remote pointed in the direction of the TV
* Except for North American models. 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.
Operating the THEATRE SYNC
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 0.5 (Default)
2 1
3 1.5
4 2
5 3
6 4
7 5
8 6
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Using the Sound Effect Using the Sleep Timer

You can set the system to turn off at a preset
Reinforcing bass frequencies time, so you can fall asleep listening to music.
You can reinforce bass frequencies. You can preset the time in 1 or 10-minutes
increments.
Press DYNAMIC BASS.
Press SLEEP.
Bass frequencies are effectively reinforced.
Each time you press this button, the minutes
To turn off the sound effect display (the remaining time) changes as follows:
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.
Other Operations
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”
To set the sleep timer using the

system menu
2 Press X/x repeatedly until “SLEEP” appears
in the front panel display, then press or
c.
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 .
The setting is made and “SLEEP” lights up in Changing the Brightness
the front panel display.
of the Front Panel Display
The system menu turns off. The brightness of the front panel display can be
set to either of 2 levels.

2 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
• “DIMMER OFF”: Bright.
• “DIMMER ON”: The front panel display
and the Sony logo become dark.
4 Press .
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Note
Using the DIGITAL MEDIA • Depending on the type of DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter (not supplied), you may be able to operate a
PORT Adapter connected component using either the buttons on the
remote or the unit. The following illustration shows
The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) an example of buttons that can be used in this case.
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
Components” (page 34).
Note
• Do not connect an adaptor other than the DIGITAL ./>
MEDIA PORT adapter. H
Other Operations
• Do not connect or disconnect the DIGITAL MEDIA x
X
PORT adapter to/from the unit while the system is
turned on.
• 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
“DMPORT1” or “DMPORT2” appears in
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

Deactivating the Buttons lock function is on
on the Unit Press Z on the remote to open the disc tray and
press DISC SKIP repeatedly until the desired
(Child Lock) DISC indicator (1-5) lights up, then place a disc
on the tray and press Z on the remote.
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 “ ” lights
up in the front panel display. (You can operate
the system by using the remote.)
Note
• When you operate the buttons on the unit while the
child lock function is on, “CHILD LOCK” appears in
2 Press X/x repeatedly until “CHILD
LOCK” appears in the front panel
display, then press or c.
• “OFF”: Child lock function off.
• “ON”: Child lock function on.
4 Press .
Tip
• 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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4 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
Locking Discs appears.
(CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL,
PARENTAL CONTROL)
PARENTAL CONTROL
Enter a new 4-digit password,

You can set two kinds of playback restrictions then press ENTER .
for the desired disc.
• Custom Parental Control
You can set playback restrictions so that the
system will not play inappropriate discs. Enter a 4-digit password using the number
• Parental Control buttons, then press .
Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be The display for confirming the password
limited according to a predetermined level appears.
such as the age of the users. Scenes may be
blocked or replaced with different scenes. x When you have already registered a
The same password is used for both Custom password
Parental Control and Parental Control. 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 Insert the disc you want to lock.
If the disc is playing, press x to stop 5 Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password
playback. using the number buttons, then press
.
2 Press DISPLAY while the system is [Custom parental control is set.] appears
in stop mode.
and the TV screen returns to the Control
The Control Menu display appears. Menu display.
To turn off the Custom Parental
[PARENTAL CONTROL], then press
. Control function
The options for [PARENTAL CONTROL] 1 Follow steps 1 through 3 of “Preventing
appear. playback of specific discs [CUSTOM
PARENTAL CONTROL].”
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2 Press X/x to select [OFF t], then press
T 1:32:55 .
3 Enter your 4-digit password using the
OFF number buttons, then press .
ON
PLAYER
PASSWORD
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To play a disc for which Custom 2 Press X/x to select

Parental Control is set [PARENTAL CONTROL], then press
.
1 Insert the disc for which Custom Parental
The options for [PARENTAL CONTROL]
Control is set.
appear.
The [CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL]
display appears. 12(27)
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T 1:32:55
CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL

OFF
Custom parental control is already ON
set. To play, enter your password PLAYER
and press ENTER . PASSWORD
3 Press X/x to select [PLAYER t], then

press .
number buttons, then press . x If you have not entered a password
The display for registering a new password
The system is ready for playback.
appears.
Tip
• If you forget your password, enter the 6-digit number
“199703” using the number buttons when the
PARENTAL CONTROL
[CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL] display asks
you for your password, then press . The display Enter a new 4-digit password,
will ask you to enter a new 4-digit password. then press ENTER .
Limiting playback for children

[PARENTAL CONTROL]
Enter a 4-digit password using the number
(DVD only)
buttons, then press .
Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be limited The display for confirming the password
according to a predetermined level such as the appears.
age of the users. The [PARENTAL CONTROL] x When you have already registered a
function allows you to set a playback limitation password
level. The display for entering the password
1 Press DISPLAY while the system is appears.
in stop mode.
PARENTAL CONTROL
Enter password, then press ENTER .
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4 Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password 8 Press X/x to select the level you want,
using the number buttons, then press then press .
. Parental Control setting is complete.
The display for setting the playback
limitation level appears.
PARENTAL CONTROL
LEVEL: 4: PG13
STANDARD: USA
PARENTAL CONTROL
LEVEL: OFF
STANDARD: USA
The lower the value, the stricter the

limitation.
5 Press X/x to select [STANDARD], then To turn off the Parental Control
press . function
The selection items for [STANDARD] are Set [LEVEL] to [OFF] in Step 8.
displayed.
To play a disc for which Parental
Control is set
PARENTAL CONTROL
LEVEL: OFF
1 Insert the disc and press H.

STANDARD: USA The display for entering your password
USA
OTHERS appears.
number buttons, then press .
The system starts playback.
6 Press X/x to select a geographic area
Tip
as the playback limitation level, then • If you forget your password, remove the disc and
press . repeat steps 1 to 3 of “Preventing playback of specific
The area is selected. discs [CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL].” When
When you select [OTHERS t], select and you are asked to enter your password, enter “199703”
enter a standard code in the table of using the number buttons, then press . The display
“Parental Control Area Code List” will ask you to enter a new 4-digit password. After
you enter a new 4-digit password, replace the disc in
(page 107) using the number buttons.
the unit and press H. When the display for entering
7 Press X/x to select [LEVEL], then press your password appears, enter your new password.
.
Note
The selection items for [LEVEL] are • When you play discs which do not have the Parental
displayed. Control function, playback cannot be limited on this
system.
• Depending on the disc, you may be asked to change
PARENTAL CONTROL
the parental control level while playing the disc. In
LEVEL: OFF this case, enter your password, then change the level.
STANDARD: OFF If the Resume Play mode is canceled, the level returns
8: to the previous level.
7: NC17
6: R
5:
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Changing the password Getting Optimal Surround

1 Press DISPLAY while the system is
Sound for a Room
in stop mode.
The Control Menu display appears. (SPEAKER FORMATION)
Depending on the shape of the room, there will
[PARENTAL CONTROL], then press
.
be some speakers you cannot install. For the
better surround sound, it is recommended that
The options for [PARENTAL CONTROL]
first you decide the position of the speakers.
appear.
3 Press X/x to select [PASSWORD t],
“DVD” appears in the front panel
then press .
display.
The display for entering the password
appears. 2 Press DISPLAY when the system is
in stop mode.
4 Enter your 4-digit password using the The Control Menu display appears.
5 Enter a new 4-digit password using the
3 Press X/x to select [SPEAKER
FORMATION], then press .
6 To confirm your password, re-enter it 1(44)
using the number buttons, then press 3(28) DVD VIDEO
T 0:03:04
. SPEAKER FORMATION
SPEAKER FORMATION
If you make a mistake entering AUTO CALIBRATION
your password
Press C before you press and input the
correct number.
4 Press X/x to select [SPEAKER
FORMATION], then press .
The options for [SPEAKER
FORMATION] appear.
SPEAKER FORMATION
STANDARD
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5 Press C/c to select a setting. • [ALL FRONT]: when installing all the
• [STANDARD]: when installing all the speakers in front of the listening position.
speakers normally.
• [ALL FRONT - NO CENTER]: when

Note
installing the front and surround speakers
• When the wireless kit WAHT-SD1 (supplied in front of the listening position.
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 Calibrating the
with DAV-HDX501W only) is installed,
[STANDARD (WIRED)] appears. For details, Appropriate Settings
see the operating instructions of the WAHT-
SD1. 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.
6 Press . 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until

display.
7 Press X/x to select [YES] or [NO], then
2 Press DISPLAY when the system is
press .
in stop mode.
• [YES]: continue with [AUTO
CALIBRATION], see Step 4 of
“Calibrating the Appropriate Settings 3 Press X/x to select [SPEAKER
Automatically” (page 84). FORMATION], then press .
• [NO]: exit [SPEAKER FORMATION].
1(44)
3(28) DVD VIDEO
SPEAKER FORMATION T 0:03:04
SPEAKER FORMATION
Continue with AUTO CALIBRATION? SPEAKER FORMATION
AUTO CALIBRATION
YES
NO
4 Press X/x to select [AUTO

Note CALIBRATION], then press .
• In order to enjoy the surround sound after you change The options for [AUTO CALIBRATION]
the position of the speakers, it is recommended you appear.
set [SPEAKER FORMATION], and then set [AUTO
CALIBRATION].
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 YES
speakers which output sound. 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 Note

MIC jack on the front panel, and set it up at • Avoid being in the measurement area and
the ear level using a tripod, etc. (not making noise during the measurement (about
supplied). The front of each speaker should one minute), to avoid measurement failure.
face the calibration mic, and there should be During the measurement, test signals are output
no obstruction between the speakers and the from the speakers.
calibration mic. Be quiet during the • The environment of the room in which the
system is installed may affect measurements.
measurement.
• 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
AUDIO IN / A.CAL MIC
connected.
– front and surround speakers are not correctly
Calibration mic
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 : 16ft 4.87m 0.0dB
FRONT R : 16ft 4.87m 0.0dB
CENTER : 16ft 4.87m + 1.0dB
SUBWOOFER : 16ft 4.87m + 4.0dB
SURROUND L : 10ft 3.04m - 2.0dB
SURROUND R : 10ft 3.04m - 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
position and each speaker. See page 92.
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Note
• While the Auto Calibration function works: Using the Setup Display
– do not turn off the power.
– do not press any button. By using the Setup Display, you can make
– do not change the volume. various adjustments to items such as picture and
– do not change the function. sound.
– do not change the disc. For an overall list of Setup Display items, see
– do not insert or eject a disc. page 114.
– do not connect the headphones. Displayed items vary depending on the country
– do not disconnect the calibration mic. model.
Note
• Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over
the Setup Display settings and not all the functions
described may work.
display.
2 Press DISPLAY when the system is
in stop mode.
3 Press X/x to select [SETUP],
then press .
The options for [SETUP] appear.
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QUICK
QUICK
CUSTOM
RESET
BNR
4 Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then

press .
The Setup Display appears.
LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD: ENGLISH
MENU: ENGLISH
AUDIO: ORIGINAL
SUBTITLE: AUDIO FOLLOW
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5 Press X/x to select the setup item from To reset all of the [SETUP]
the displayed list: [LANGUAGE settings
SETUP], [SCREEN SETUP], [CUSTOM
SETUP], or [SPEAKER SETUP]. Then 1 Select [RESET] in Step 4 and press .
press . 2 Select [YES] using X/x.
The Setup item is selected. You can also quit the process and return to the
Example: [SCREEN SETUP] Control Menu display by selecting [NO] here.
Selected item 3 Press .

All the settings explained on pages 88 to 94
SCREEN SETUP return to the default settings. Do not press [/
TV TYPE: 16:9
SCREEN SAVER: ON 1 while resetting the system as it takes a few
BACKGROUND: JACKET PICTURE seconds to complete.
4:3 OUTPUT: FULL
Note
• When you turn the system on after resetting and no
Setup items disc is in the unit, the guide message appears on the
TV screen. To perform the Quick Setup (page 24),
press , to return to normal screen, press CLEAR.
6 Select an item using X/x, then press
.
The options for the selected item appear.
Example: [TV TYPE]

SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE: 16:9
SCREEN SAVER: 16:9
BACKGROUND: 4:3 LETTER BOX
4:3 OUTPUT: 4:3 PAN SCAN
Options
7 Select a setting using X/x, then press

.
The setting is selected and setup is
complete.
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE: 4:3 LETTER BOX
SCREEN SAVER: ON
BACKGROUND: JACKET PICTURE
4:3 OUTPUT: FULL
Selected setting
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Setting the Display or Settings for the Display

Sound Track Language [SCREEN SETUP]
[LANGUAGE SETUP] Choose settings according to the TV to be
connected.
[LANGUAGE SETUP] allows you to set
various languages for the on-screen display or Select [SCREEN SETUP] in the Setup Display.
sound track. For details, see “Using the Setup Display”
(page 86).
Select [LANGUAGE SETUP] in the Setup The default settings are underlined.
Display. For details, see “Using the Setup
Display” (page 86). SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE: 16:9
YCBCR/RGB (HDMI): YCBCR
LANGUAGE SETUP SCREEN SAVER: ON
OSD: ENGLISH BACKGROUND: JACKET PICTURE
MENU: ENGLISH BLACK LEVEL: ON
AUDIO: ORIGINAL BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT): OFF
SUBTITLE: AUDIO FOLLOW 4:3 OUTPUT: FULL
x [TV TYPE]
Selects the aspect ratio of the connected TV (4:3
x [OSD] (On-Screen Display) standard or wide).
Switches the display language on the TV screen.
x [MENU] (DVD VIDEO only) [16:9] Select this when you connect a
You can select the desired language for the wide-screen TV or a TV with a
wide mode function.
disc’s menu.
[4:3 LETTER Select this when you connect a 4:3
x [AUDIO] (DVD VIDEO only) BOX] screen TV. Displays a wide picture
Switches the language of the sound track. with bands on the upper and lower
When you select [ORIGINAL], the language portions of the TV screen.
given priority in the disc is selected.
[4:3 PAN SCAN] Select this when you connect a 4:3
x [SUBTITLE] (DVD VIDEO only) screen TV. Automatically displays
Switches the language of the subtitle recorded the wide picture on the entire
on the DVD VIDEO. screen and cuts off the portions
When you select [AUDIO FOLLOW], the that do not fit.
language for the subtitles changes according to
the language you selected for the sound track.
Tip
• If you select [OTHERS t] in [MENU], [AUDIO],
and [SUBTITLE], select and enter a language code
from “Language Code List” (page 107) using the
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 The jacket picture (still picture)
PICTURE] appears, but only when the jacket
picture is already recorded on the
disc (CD-EXTRA, etc.). If the
[4:3 LETTER BOX] disc does not contain a jacket
picture, the [GRAPHICS] picture
appears.
[GRAPHICS] A preset picture stored in the
system appears.
[4:3 PAN SCAN]
[BLUE] The background color is blue.
[BLACK] The background color is black.
x [BLACK LEVEL]
Note Selects the black level (setup level) for the video
• Depending on the DVD, [4:3 LETTER BOX] may be signals output from the jacks other than
selected automatically instead of [4:3 PAN SCAN] or COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/HDMI OUT.
vice versa.
x [YCBCR/RGB (HDMI)] [ON] Sets the black level of the output
Selects the type of HDMI signal output from signal to the standard level.
HDMI OUT jack. [OFF] Lowers the standard black level.

[YCBCR] Outputs YCBCR signals. Use this when the picture becomes
too white.
[RGB] Outputs RGB signals.
x [BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT)]
Note Selects the black level (setup level) for the video
• If the playback picture becomes distorted, set signals output from the COMPONENT VIDEO
[YCBCR] to [RGB]. OUT jacks.
• If the HDMI OUT jack is connected to equipment You cannot select this and the setting is not
with a DVI jack, [RGB] signals will be automatically effective when the system outputs progressive
output even when you select [YCBCR]. signal.
x [SCREEN SAVER]
The screen saver image appears when you leave [OFF] Sets the black level of the output
the system in pause or stop mode for 15 minutes, signal to the standard level.
or when you play back a CD, DATA CD (MP3 [ON] Raise the standard black level.
audio), or DATA DVD (MP3 audio) for more Use this when the picture becomes
than 15 minutes. The screen saver will help too black.
prevent your display device from becoming
damaged (ghosting). Press any button (e.g., H x [4:3 OUTPUT]
button) to cancel the screen saver. This setting is effective only when you set [TV
TYPE] in [SCREEN SETUP] to [16:9]
[ON] Turns on the screen saver. (page 88). Adjust to watch 4:3 aspect ratio
progressive signals. If you can change the aspect
[OFF] Turns off the screen saver.
ratio on your progressive format (525p/625p)
compatible TV, change the setting on your TV,
x [BACKGROUND]
not the system. Note that this setting is effective
Selects the background color or picture on the
only for HDMI connection or progressive
TV screen in stop mode or while playing a CD,
signals output from the COMPONENT VIDEO
DATA CD (MP3 audio), or DATA DVD (MP3
OUT jacks.
audio).
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Note
• This setting is effective only when Custom Settings
“PROGRESSIVE” is selected by using VIDEO
FORMAT (page 32). [CUSTOM SETUP]
[FULL]
Use this to set up playback related and other
Select this when you can change
the aspect ratio on your TV. settings.
[NORMAL] Select this when you cannot Select [CUSTOM SETUP] in the Setup Display.
change the aspect ratio on your
For details, see “Using the Setup Display”
TV. Shows a 16:9 aspect ratio
signal with black bands on left and
(page 86).
right sides of the image. The default settings are underlined.
CUSTOM SETUP
HDMI CONTROL: OFF
STB SYNCHRO: OFF
PAUSE MODE: AUTO
TRACK SELECTION: OFF
MULTI-DISC RESUME: ON
AUDIO DRC: OFF
AUDIO (HDMI): OFF
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] Sets the HDMI CONTROL

function to off.
[ON] 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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[ON]
x [AUDIO DRC] (DVD VIDEO only)
Sets the STB SYNCHRO function
to on. Narrows the dynamic range of the sound track.
Useful for watching movies at low volume late
Note at night.
• 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) [STANDARD] Reproduces the sound track with
Selects the picture in pause mode. the kind of dynamic range that the
recording engineer intended.
[AUTO] The picture, including subjects [MAX] Compresses dynamic range fully.
that move dynamically, is output
with no jitter. Normally select this x [AUDIO (HDMI)]
position. Selects the audio output status from the HDMI
[FRAME] The picture, including subjects OUT jack.
that do not move dynamically, is
output in high resolution. [OFF] The sound is not output from the
HDMI OUT jack.
x [TRACK SELECTION] (DVD VIDEO only)
[ON] Outputs audio signals by
Gives the sound track which contains the highest
converting Dolby Digital, DTS, or
number of channels priority when you play a 96 kHz/24 bit PCM signals to 48
DVD VIDEO on which multiple audio formats

kHz/ 16 bit PCM.
(PCM, DTS, MPEG audio, or Dolby Digital
format) are recorded. Note
• When you connect the unit and TV with the HDMI
[OFF] No priority given.
cord and [ON] is selected, AUDIO DRC, A/V SYNC,
[AUTO] Priority given. DYNAMIC BASS, MOVIE/MUSIC, and sound field
are not applied to the sound that is output from the
Note
TV.
• When you set the item to [AUTO], the language may
change. The [TRACK SELECTION] setting has
higher priority than the [AUDIO] settings in
[LANGUAGE SETUP] (page 88). (Depending on
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
Settings for the Speakers • When you change the [CONNECTION] setting, the
[SPEAKER FORMATION] setting returns to
[SPEAKER SETUP] [STANDARD].
To obtain the best possible surround sound, set x [DISTANCE (FRONT)]

connection of the speakers and their distance The default distance setting for the speakers in
from your listening position. Then use the test relation to the listening position is shown below.
tone to adjust the level and the balance of the When you set the distance using the Quick Setup
speakers to the same level. (page 24), the settings is automatically
displayed.
Select [SPEAKER SETUP] in the Setup
Display. For details, see “Using the Setup
Display” (page 86).
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: OFF
FRONT: YES
CENTER: YES
SURROUND: YES
SUBWOOFER: YES
Be sure to change the value in the Setup Display
To return to the default setting when you move the speakers.
when changing a setting
[L/R] Front speaker distance from the
Select the item, then press CLEAR. Note that
3.00 m/10 ft1)3) listening position can be set from
only the [CONNECTION] setting does not
0.00 to 7.00 meters2) (0 to 23 ft).
return to the default setting.
[CENTER] Center speaker distance from the
x [CONNECTION] 3.00 m/10 ft1)3) listening position can be set from
If you do not connect center or surround (appears when you 0.00 to 7.00 meters2) (0 to 23 ft).
speakers, set the parameters for [CENTER] and set [CENTER] to
[SURROUND]. Since the front speaker and [YES] in the
[CONNECTION]
subwoofer setting is fixed, you cannot change
setting.)
them.
[SUBWOOFER] Subwoofer distance from the
[FRONT] [YES] 3.00 m/10 ft1)3) listening position can be set from
[CENTER] [YES]: Normally select this. 0.00 to 7.00 meters2) (0 to 23 ft).
[NONE]: Select this if no center
1)
speaker is used. When you perform the Quick Setup (page 24), the
default settings are changed.
[SURROUND] [YES]: Normally select this. 2)0.00 to 7.01 meters for North American models.
[NONE]: Select this if no
3)3.04 m/10 ft for North American models.
surround speaker is used.
[SUBWOOFER] [YES]
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x [DISTANCE (SURROUND)] [CENTER] Set this between –6.0 dB and

The default distance setting for the speakers in 0.0 dB +6.0 dB.
relation to the listening position is shown below. (appears when you
When you set the distance using the Quick Setup set [CENTER] to
(page 24), the settings is automatically [YES] in the
displayed. [CONNECTION]
setting.)
[SUBWOOFER] Set this between –6.0 dB and
+2.0 dB +6.0 dB.
x [LEVEL (SURROUND)]
You can vary the level of surround speakers as
follows. Be sure to set [TEST TONE] to [ON]
0.00 - 7.00 m2)/
for easy adjustment.
0 - 23 ft
[L/R] Set this between –6.0 dB and

0.0 dB +6.0 dB.
(appears when you
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 Turn the VOLUME control on the unit, or press
3.00 m/10 ft1)3) from the listening position can VOLUME +/– on the remote.
(appears when you be set from 0.00 to 7.00
set [SURROUND] to meters2) (0 to 23 ft). x [TEST TONE]
[YES] in the The speakers will emit a test tone to adjust
[CONNECTION] [LEVEL (FRONT)] and [LEVEL
setting.)
(SURROUND)].
1)
When you perform the Quick Setup (page 24), the [OFF] The test tone is not emitted from the
default settings are changed. speakers.
2)
0.00 to 7.01 meters for North American models. [ON] The test tone is emitted from each speaker
3)3.04 m/10 ft for North American models. in sequence while adjusting level. When
you select one of the [SPEAKER SETUP]
Note
items, the test tone is emitted from each
• Depending on the input stream, the [DISTANCE]
speaker in sequence.
setting may not be effective.
• When the speaker distance setting is not in the
recommended range, / ** m is displayed (**
Adjusting the speaker level by
being the number). indicates over the
recommended distance. indicates below. using the test tone
x [LEVEL (FRONT)] 1 Press DISPLAY when the system is
You can vary the level of front speakers as in stop mode.
follows. Be sure to set [TEST TONE] to [ON] The Control Menu display appears.
for easy adjustment.
2 Press X/x to select [SETUP],
then press .
[L/R] Set this between –6.0 dB and
0.0 dB The options for [SETUP] appear.
+6.0 dB.
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3 Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then

press . Returning to the Default
The Setup Display appears.
Settings
4 Press X/x repeatedly to select
[SPEAKER SETUP], then press or You can return the system parameters, such as
c.
preset stations, to the default settings.
5 Press X/x repeatedly to select [TEST
"/1 x
TONE], then press or c. A
6 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 1 Press "/1 to turn on the system.
(SURROUND)] using C/X/x/c. 2 Press x, A, and "/1 on the unit at the
The test tone is emitted from only the same time.
speaker which you are adjusting. “COLD RESET” appears in the front panel
8 Press when you have finished display and the default settings are returned.
making adjustments.
9 Press X/x repeatedly to select [TEST
TONE], then press .
10 Press X/x repeatedly to select [OFF],
then press .
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
Additional Information with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you
do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level
Precautions section is suddenly played.
On power sources On cleaning

• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if you do not • Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth
intend to use it for an extended period of time. To slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do
disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug, never by not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or
the cord. solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
If you have any questions or problems concerning
On placement your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
• Place the system in a location with adequate On cleaning discs, disc/lens
ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the system.
cleaners
• At high volume, over long periods of time, the cabinet
becomes hot to the touch. This is not a malfunction. • Do not use cleaning discs or disc/lens cleaners
However, touching the cabinet should be avoided. Do (including wet or spray types). These may cause
not place the unit in a confined space where the apparatus to malfunction.
ventilation is poor as this may cause overheating.
On your TV’s color
• Do not block the ventilation slots by putting anything
on the system. The system is equipped with a high • If the speakers should cause the TV screen to have
power amplifier. If the ventilation slots are blocked, color irregularity, turn off the TV then turn it on after
the unit can overheat and malfunction. 15 to 30 minutes. If color irregularity should persist,
• Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) place the speakers further away from the TV set.
or near materials (curtains, draperies) that may block
Additional Information
the ventilation slots. IMPORTANT NOTICE
Caution: This system is capable of holding a still
• Do not install the unit near heat sources such as
video image or on-screen display image on your
radiators, or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct
television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still
sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration, or
video image or on-screen display image displayed
shock.
on your TV for an extended period of time you risk
• Do not install the unit in an inclined position. It is
permanent damage to your television screen.
designed to be operated in a horizontal position only.
Projection televisions are especially susceptible to
• Keep the unit and discs away from equipment with this.
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
2 Make sure that all discs are removed from
location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture
the unit.
may condense on the lenses inside the control unit.
Should this occur, the system may not operate 3 Press H and "/1 simultaneously.
properly. In this case, remove the disc and leave the “MECHA LOCK” appears in the front panel
system turned on for about half an hour until the display after “STANDBY.”
moisture evaporates.
4 Remove the AC power cord (mains lead)
• When you move the system, take out any disc. If you
from the wall outlet (mains).
don’t, the disc may be damaged.
• 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

On handling discs If you experience any of the following
• To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its difficulties while using the system, use this
edge. Do not touch the surface. troubleshooting guide to help remedy the
problem before requesting repairs. Should any
• Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.
problem persist, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
Note that if service personnel changes some
parts during repair, these parts may be retained.
Power
• Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or The power is not turned on.
heat sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in • Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is
a car parked in direct sunlight as the connected securely.
temperature may rise considerably inside the • Press "/1 after “STANDBY” disappears from the
car. front panel display.
• After playing, store the disc in its case. If “PROTECTOR” and “PUSH POWER” appear
alternately in the front panel display.
On cleaning Press "/1 to turn off the system, and check the
• Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning following items after “STANDBY” disappears.
cloth. • Are the + and – speaker cords short-circuited?
Wipe the disc from the center out. • Are you using only the specified speakers?
• Is anything blocking the ventilation holes of the
system?
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.
• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, Picture

commercially available cleaners, or anti-static There is no picture.
spray intended for vinyl LPs. • The video connecting cords are not connected
securely.
This system can only play back a standard • The video connecting cords are damaged.
circular disc. Using neither standard nor circular • The unit is not connected to the correct TV input
discs (e.g., card, heart, or star shape) may cause jack (page 19, 30).
a malfunction. • 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 • You have set progressive format but your TV
available accessory attached, such as a label or cannot accept the signal in progressive format. In
ring. this case, return the setting to interlace format (the
default setting) (page 32).
• 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
default setting) (page 32).
• 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
does not light up). See page 110. on a TV stand, health care device, toy, etc.) is
• If the HDMI OUT jack is used for video output, placed near the speakers.
changing the type of video signal output from the
HDMI OUT jack by pressing VIDEO FORMAT Sound
may solve the problem (page 31). There is no sound.
Connect the TV and the unit using a video jack
• The speaker cord is not connected securely.
other than the HDMI OUT, and switch the TV’s
• Press MUTING on the remote if “MUTING ON”
input to the connected video input so that you can
is displayed in the front panel display.
see the on-screen displays. Change the type of
video signal output from the HDMI OUT jack, • The system is in pause mode or in Slow-motion
and switch the TV’s input back to HDMI. If the Play mode. Press H to return to normal play
picture still does not appear, repeat the steps and mode.
try other options. • Fast forward or fast reverse is performed. Press
• You have selected “PROGRESSIVE” using the H to return to normal play mode.
VIDEO FORMAT button on the remote • Check the speaker settings (page 92).
(“PROGRE” lights up in the front panel display) • The equipment connected to the HDMI OUT jack
even though your TV cannot accept the does not conform to the audio signal format, in
progressive signal. In this case, disconnect the this case set [AUDIO (HDMI)] in [CUSTOM
HDMI cord from the unit and then select SETUP] to [ON] (page 91).
“INTERLACE” so that “PROGRE” turns off. No sound is output from the HDMI OUT jack.
• If the signal from the S VIDEO OUT jack is • Set [AUDIO (HDMI)] in [CUSTOM SETUP] to
distorted, change the type of video signal output [ON] (page 91).
from the HDMI OUT jack by pressing VIDEO
• The HDMI OUT jack is connected to a DVI
FORMAT to [720 × 480p]* (page 31).
(digital visual interface) device (DVI (digital
* Depending on the country, [720 × 576p] may visual interface) jacks do not accept audio
appear. signals).
Picture noise appears. • Try the following: 1 Turn the system off and on
• The disc is dirty or flawed. again. 2 Turn the connected equipment off and
• If the picture output from your system goes on again. 3 Disconnect and then connect the
through your VCR to get to your TV, the copy- HDMI cord again.
protection signal applied to some DVD programs The left and right sounds are unbalanced or
could affect picture quality. If you still experience reversed.
problems even when you connect your unit • Check that the speakers and components are
directly to your TV, try connecting your unit to connected correctly and securely.
your TV’s S video input (page 30).
There is no sound from the subwoofer.
Even though you set the aspect ratio in [TV
• Check the speaker connections and settings (page
TYPE] of [SCREEN SETUP], the picture does
19, 92).
not fill the TV screen.
• Set the sound field to “A.F.D. STD” (page 42).
• The aspect ratio on the disc is fixed.
Severe hum or noise is heard.
Color irregularity occurs on the TV screen.
• Check that the speakers and components are
The subwoofer and the front speakers in this system
connected securely.
are magnetically shielded to prevent magnetic
• Check that the connecting cords are away from a
leakage. However, some leakage may occur, as a
transformer or motor, and at least 3 meters (10 ft)
high-strength magnet is employed. If this happens,
away from your TV set or a fluorescent light.
check the following items:
• Move your TV away from the audio components.
• If the speakers are used with a CRT-based TV or
projector, install the speakers at least 0.3 meters • The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a
(1.0 ft) from the TV set. cloth slightly moistened with alcohol.
• If the color irregularity persists, turn off the TV set • Clean the disc.
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 sound loses stereo effect when you play a • The signal strength of the stations is too weak
VIDEO CD, a CD, or an MP3. (when tuning in with automatic tuning). Use direct
tuning.
• Set [AUDIO] to [STEREO] by pressing AUDIO
(page 52). • No stations have been preset or the preset stations
have been cleared (when tuning by scanning
• Make sure the unit is connected properly.
preset stations). Preset the stations (page 65).
The surround effect is difficult to hear when • Press DISPLAY so that the frequency appears in
you are playing a Dolby Digital, DTS, or MPEG the front panel display.
audio sound track.
The remote does not function.
• Make sure the sound field function is on (page 42).
• There are obstacles between the remote and the
unit.
19, 92).
• The distance between the remote and the unit is
• Depending on the DVD, the output signal may not
too far.
be the entire 5.1 channel. It may be monaural or
stereo even if the sound track is recorded in Dolby • The remote is not pointed at the remote sensor on
Digital or MPEG audio format. the unit.
• The batteries in the remote are weak.
The sound comes from the center speaker
only. The disc does not play.
• Depending on the disc, the sound may come from • There is no disc inserted.
the center speaker only. • The disc is upside down.
Insert the disc with the playback side facing down.
No sound is heard from the center speaker.
• The disc is skewed on the disc tray.
• The system cannot play CD-ROMs, etc. (page 6).
19, 92).
• The region code on the DVD does not match the
system.
• Depending on the source, the effect of the center
• Moisture has condensed inside the unit and may
speaker may be less noticeable.
cause damage to the lenses. Remove the disc and
• A 2 channel source is being played.
leave the unit turned on for about half an hour.
No sound or only a very low-level sound is
The MP3 audio track cannot be played.
heard from the surround speakers.
• The DATA CD is not recorded in the MP3 format
that conforms to ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, or
19, 92).
Joliet.
• The DATA DVD is not recorded in an MP3
• Depending on the source, the effect of the format that conforms to UDF (Universal Disk
surround speakers may be less noticeable. Format).
• A 2 channel source is being played. • The MP3 audio track does not have the extension
There is no sound from the speakers that are “.MP3.”
indicated in the front panel display. • The data is not formatted in MP3 even though it
• The front panel display indicates the selected has the extension “.MP3.”
[SPEAKER FORMATION]. It does not indicate • The data is not MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 data.
the speakers which output sound (page 42, 82). • The system cannot play audio tracks in MP3PRO
The beginning of the sound is cut off. format.
• Set the Movie/Music mode to “MOVIE” or • The [MODE (MP3, JPEG)] setting has been set to
“MUSIC” (page 41). [IMAGE (JPEG)] (page 62).
• Set the sound field to “A.F.D. STD” (page 42). • If you cannot change the [MODE (MP3, JPEG)]
setting, re-load the disc or turn the system off, then
Operation on.
Radio stations cannot be tuned in. The JPEG image file cannot be played.
• Check that the antenna (aerial) is connected • The DATA CD is not recorded in a JPEG format
securely. Adjust the antenna (aerial) or connect an that conforms to ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, or
external antenna (aerial) if necessary. Joliet.
• 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.” The language for the sound track cannot be
• It is larger than 3,072 (width) × 2,048 (height) in changed.
normal mode, or more than 2,000,000 pixels in • Multilingual tracks are not recorded on the DVD
Progressive JPEG which is mainly used on the being played.
Internet WEB site.
• The DVD prohibits changing the language for the
• It does not fit the TV screen (those images are sound track.
reduced).
• The [MODE (MP3, JPEG)] setting has been set to The subtitle language cannot be changed.
[AUDIO (MP3)] (page 62). • Multilingual subtitles are not recorded on the
• If you cannot change the [MODE (MP3, JPEG)] DVD being played.
setting, re-load the disc or turn the system off, then • The DVD prohibits changing the subtitles.
on. The subtitle cannot be turned off.
The MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image file • The DVD prohibits turning off subtitles.
starts playing simultaneously. The angles cannot be changed.
• [AUTO] has been selected in [MODE (MP3, • Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD being
JPEG)] (page 62). played (page 56).
The titles of album/track/file name are not • The DVD prohibits changing the angles.
displayed correctly.
A disc cannot be ejected and “LOCKED”
• The system can only display numbers and letters appears in the front panel display.
of the alphabets. Other characters are displayed as
• Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony
[*].
service facility.
A disc does not start playing from the
[Data error] appears on the TV screen when
beginning.
playing a DATA CD or DATA DVD.
• Program Play, Shuffle Play, or Repeat Play has
• The MP3 audio track/JPEG image file you want to
been selected.
play is broken.
Press CLEAR to cancel these functions before
• The data is not MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 data.
playing a disc.
• The JPEG image file format does not conform to
• Resume Play has been selected.
DCF.
During stop, press x on the unit or the remote and
then start playback (page 47). • 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.
The system starts playing the disc • Disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) from
automatically. the wall outlet (mains), then reconnect after
several minutes.
• The DVD features an auto playback function.
The unit does not work and “CHILD LOCK”
Playback stops automatically.
appears in the front panel display when you
• Some discs may contain an auto pause signal.
press any button on the unit.
While playing such a disc, the system stops
• Set the child lock function to off (page 78).
playback at the auto pause signal.
The HDMI CONTROL function does not work.
You cannot perform some functions such as
Stop, Search, Slow-motion Play, or Repeat • When “HDMI” does not light up in the front panel
Play. display, check the HDMI connection (page 30).
• Depending on the disc, you may not be able to • Set the [HDMI CONTROL] setting in [CUSTOM
perform some of the operations above. See the SETUP] to [ON] (page 90).
operating instructions that came with the disc. • Make sure that the connected component is
compatible with the HDMI CONTROL function.
Messages do not appear on the TV screen in
• Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) of the
the language you want.
connected component is connected securely.
• In the Setup Display, select the desired language
• Check the connected component’s setting for the
for the on-screen display in [OSD] under
HDMI CONTROL function. See the operating
[LANGUAGE SETUP] (page 88).
instructions of the component.
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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]
Self-diagnosis Function
setting in [CUSTOM SETUP] to [OFF], then set (When letters/numbers appear in the
the [HDMI CONTROL] setting in [CUSTOM display)
SETUP] to [ON] (page 90).
• For details on the HDMI CONTROL function, see When the self-diagnosis function is activated to
the HDMI CONTROL Guide (supplied prevent the system from malfunctioning, a 5-
separately).
character service number (e.g., C 13 50) with a
No sound is output from the system and TV combination of a letter and 4 digits appears on
while using the System Audio Control the TV screen or front panel display. In this case,
function. check the following table.
• Set the [AUDIO (HDMI)] setting in [CUSTOM
SETUP] to [ON] (page 91).
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
(page 96).
C 31 The disc is not inserted correctly.
,Restart the system, then re-insert
the disc correctly.
E XX To prevent a malfunction, the
(xx is a number) system has performed the self-
diagnosis function.
,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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Tuner section
Specifications System PLL quartz-locked digital
synthesizer
FM tuner section
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
Tuning range
for the US model
North American models: 87.5-108.0 MHz (100 kHz
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC
step)
DISTORTION:
Other models: 87.5-108.0 MHz (50 kHz
With 3 ohms loads, both
step)
channels driven, from 120
Antenna (aerial) FM wire antenna (aerial)
- 20,000 Hz; rated 84 watts
Antenna (aerial) terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced
per channel minimum
Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz
RMS power, with no more
AM tuner section
than 0.7 % total harmonic
Tuning range
distortion from 250 milli
North American, Mexican, and Latin American
watts to rated output.
models:
Amplifier section 530 – 1,710 kHz (with the
US models: interval set at 10 kHz)
Surround mode (reference) RMS output power 531 – 1,710 kHz (with the
FL/FR/C/SL/SR*: 143 watts interval set at 9 kHz)
(per channel at 3 ohms, 1 European, Russian, and Middle Eastern models:
kHz, 10 % THD) 531 – 1,602 kHz (with the
Subwoofer*: 285 watts (at interval set at 9 kHz)
1.5 ohms, 80 Hz, 10 % Australian and New Zealand models:
THD) 531 – 1,710 kHz (with the
Other models: interval set at 9 kHz)
Stereo mode (rated) 108 W + 108 W (at 3 ohms, 530 – 1,710 kHz (with the
1 kHz, 1 % THD) interval set at 10 kHz)
Surround mode (reference) RMS output power Other models: 531 – 1,602 kHz (with the
FL/FR/C/SL/SR*: 143 watts interval set at 9 kHz)
(per channel at 3 ohms, 1 530 – 1,610 kHz (with the
kHz, 10 % THD) interval set at 10 kHz)
Subwoofer*: 285 watts (at Antenna (aerial) AM loop antenna (aerial)
1.5 ohms, 80 Hz, 10 % Intermediate frequency 450 kHz
THD)
Video section
* Depending on the sound field settings and the source, Outputs VIDEO: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms
S VIDEO:
there may be no sound output.
Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms
Inputs (Analog) C: 0.286 Vp-p 75 ohms
TV (AUDIO IN) Sensitivity: 450/250 mV COMPONENT:
SAT/CABLE (AUDIO IN) Sensitivity: 450/250 mV Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms
AUDIO IN Sensitivity: 250/125 mV PB/CB, PR/CR: 0.7 Vp-p
Inputs (Digital) 75 ohms
SAT/CABLE (COAXIAL IN/OPTICAL IN) HDMI OUT: Type A (19
Impedance: 75 ohms/– pin)
Outputs (Analog) Inputs SAT/CABLE:
Phones Accepts low-and high- 1 Vp-p 75 ohms
impedance headphones. COMPONENT:
Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms
DVD system
PB/CB, PR/CR: 0.7 Vp-p
Laser Semiconductor laser
75 ohms
(DVD: λ = 650 nm)
(CD: λ = 790 nm) Speakers (DAV-HDX500)
Emission duration: Front (SS-TS74)
continuous Speaker system Two way, Bass reflex,
Signal format system NTSC magnetically shielded
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Speaker unit Woofer: 65 mm (2 5/8 11 7/8 inches) (w/h/d) with

inches) dia, cone type × 2 stand
Tweeter: 50 mm (2 inches) Mass (approx.) 1.2 kg (2 lb 11 oz)
dia, cone type 3.0 kg (6 lb 10 oz) with
Rated impedance 3.0 ohms stand
Dimensions (approx.) 111 × 827 × 75 mm (4 3/8 ×
Center (SS-CT72)
32 5/8 × 3 inches) (w/h/d)
Speaker system Closed, magnetically
316 × 1,041 - 1,339 × 316
shielded
mm (12 1/2 × 41 - 52 3/4 × 12
Speaker unit 30 × 60 mm (1 3/16 × 2 3/8
1
/2 inches) (w/h/d) with
inches), cone type
stand
Rated impedance 3.0 ohms
Mass (approx.) 2.2 kg (4 lb 14 oz)
Dimensions (approx.) 381 × 48 × 62 mm
4.6 kg (10 lb 3 oz) with
(15 × 1 15/16 × 2 1/2 inches)
stand
(w/h/d)
Center (SS-CT72) Mass (approx.) 0.5 kg (1 lb 2 oz)
Speaker system Closed, magnetically
Surround (SS-TS71)
shielded
Speaker system Bass reflex, magnetically
Speaker unit 30 × 60 mm (1 3/16 × 2 3/8
shielded
inches), cone type
Speaker unit 65 mm (2 5/8 inches) dia,
cone type
Dimensions (approx.) 381 × 48 × 62 mm
(15 × 1 15/16 × 2 1/2 inches)
Dimensions (approx.) 93 × 162 × 75 mm (3 3/4 ×
(w/h/d)
6 1/2 × 3 inches) (w/h/d)
Surround (SS-TS72)
Speaker system Bass reflex, magnetically Subwoofer (SS-WS74)
shielded Speaker system Bass reflex
Speaker unit 65 mm (2 5/8 inches) dia, Speaker unit 160 mm (6 3/8 inches) dia,
cone type cone type
Rated impedance 3.0 ohms Rated impedance 1.5 ohms
Dimensions (approx.) 93 × 221 × 75 mm (3 3/4 × Dimensions (approx.) 220 × 394 × 350 mm (8 3/4
8 3/4 × 3 inches) (w/h/d) × 15 5/8 × 13 7/8 inches)
Mass (approx.) 0.7 kg (1 lb 9 oz) (w/h/d)
Subwoofer (SS-WS74)
General
Speaker system Bass reflex
Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Speaker unit 160 mm (6 3/8 inches) dia,
Power consumption On: 180 W
cone type
Standby: 0.3 W (at the
Power Saving mode)
Dimensions (approx.) 220 × 394 × 350 mm (8 3/4
Output voltage (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT)
× 15 5/8 × 13 7/8 inches)
DC 5 V
(w/h/d)
Output current (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT)
700 mA
Speakers (DAV-HDX501W) Dimensions (approx.)
Front (SS-TS73) DAV-HDX500: 430 × 86 × 415 mm (17 ×
Speaker system Bass reflex, magnetically 3 1/2 × 16 3/8 inches) (w/h/d)
shielded incl. projecting parts
Speaker unit 65 mm (2 5/8 inches) dia, DAV-HDX501W: 430 × 86 × 435 mm (17 ×
cone type 3 1/2 × 17 1/4 inches) (w/h/d)
Rated impedance 3.0 ohms incl. projecting parts
Dimensions (approx.) 93 × 539 × 75 mm (3 3/4 × Mass (approx.)
21 1/4 × 3 inches) (w/h/d) DAV-HDX500: 5.2 kg (11 lb 8 oz)
300 × 1,039 - 1,230 × 300 DAV-HDX501W: 5.4 kg (11 lb 15 oz)
mm (11 7/8 × 41 - 48 1/2 ×
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Design and specifications are subject to change

without notice. Glossary
Unpacking
• Front speakers (2) Album
• Center speaker (1) Section of a music piece or an image on a data
• Surround speakers (2) CD containing MP3 audio tracks or JPEG files.
• Subwoofer (1)
Chapter
• AM loop antenna (aerial) (1)
• FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)
Subdivision of a title on a DVD. A title is
• Speaker cords (6, red/white/green/gray/blue/purple)
composed of several chapters.
• Video Cord (1) Digital Cinema Auto Calibration
• Remote Commander (remote) (1) Digital Cinema Auto Calibration was developed
• R6 (size AA) batteries (2) by Sony to automatically measure and adjusts
• Calibration mic (1) the speaker settings to your listening
• Foot pads (1 set) environment in a short period of time.
• Posts (2)
Digital Direct Twin Drive Subwoofer
• Bases (2)
• Mounting plates (2) Utilizing Sony's proprietary S-Master
• Post covers (2) technology, the Digital Direct Twin Drive
• Screws (large, with washer) (8) Subwoofer features two S-Master Digital
• Screws (small, silver) (4) Amplifiers that provide dedicated power to a
• Screws (small, black) (2) strategically located subwoofer for astounding
• WAHT-SD1 (1) (DAV-HDX501W only) sound performance. Easy to set up, Digital
• Operating Instructions Direct Twin Drive Subwoofer provides a stable
• HDMI CONTROL Guide sound field over a much larger listening area
• Speaker and TV connections (card) without having to adjust frequency levels.
Dolby Digital
•Standby power consumption 0.3 W (or This movie theater sound format is more
less). advanced than Dolby Surround Pro Logic. In
•Halogenated flame retardants are not this format, the surround speakers output stereo
used in the printed wiring boards.
sound with an expanded frequency range, and a
•Over 85 % power efficiency of
subwoofer channel for deep bass is
amplifier block is achieved with the
independently provided. This format is also
full digital amplifier, S-master.
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

The Movie mode is for use with stereo television of the picture.
shows and all programs encoded in Dolby The audio data is recorded in Dolby Digital as
Surround. The result is enhanced sound field well as in PCM, allowing you to enjoy more
directionality that approaches the quality of realistic audio presence.
discrete 5.1-channel sound. Furthermore, various advanced functions such
as the multi-angle, multilingual, and Parental
x Music mode
The Music mode is for use with any stereo music Control functions are provided with the DVD.
recordings, and provides a wide and deep sound DVD+RW
space. A DVD+RW (plus RW) is a recordable and
Dolby Surround Pro Logic rewritable disc. DVD+RWs use a recording
As one method of decoding Dolby Surround, format that is comparable to the DVD VIDEO
Dolby Surround Pro Logic produces four format.
channels from 2 channel sound. Compared with DVD-RW
the former Dolby Surround system, Dolby A DVD-RW is a recordable and rewritable disc
Surround Pro Logic reproduces left-to-right that is the same size as a DVD VIDEO. The
panning more naturally and localizes sounds DVD-RW has two different modes: VR mode
more precisely. To take full advantage of Dolby and Video mode. DVD-RWs created in Video
Surround Pro Logic, you should have one pair of mode have the same format as a DVD VIDEO,
surround speakers and a center speaker. The while discs created in VR (Video Recording)
surround speakers output monaural sound. mode allow the contents to be programmed or
DTS edited.
Digital audio compression technology File
developed by DTS, Inc. This technology A JPEG image recorded on a DATA CD/DATA
conforms to 5.1-channel surround. This format DVD. (“File” is an exclusive definition for this
comprises of stereo rear channel and there is system.) A single file consists of a single image
discrete subwoofer channel in this format. DTS or movie.
provides the same 5.1 discrete channels of high
Film based software, Video based
quality digital audio. The good channel
software
separation is realized due to the all channel data
being recorded discretely and processed in DVDs can be classified as Film based or Video
digitally. based software. Film based DVDs contain the
same images (24 frames per second) that are
DVD shown at movie theaters. Video based DVDs,
A disc that contains up to 8 hours of moving such as television dramas or sit-coms, displays
pictures even though its diameter is the same as images at 30 frames (or 60 fields) per second.
a CD.
HDMI (high-definition multimedia
The data capacity of a single-layer and single-
interface)
sided DVD, at 4.7 GB (Giga Byte), is 7 times
HDMI is an interface that supports both video
that of a CD. Furthermore, the data capacity of a
and audio on a single digital connection,
dual-layer and single-sided DVD is 8.5 GB, a
allowing you to enjoy high quality digital
single-layer and double-sided DVD 9.4 GB, and
picture and sound. The HDMI specification
a dual-layer and double-sided DVD 17 GB.
supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital
The picture data uses the MPEG 2 format, one of
Contents Protection), a copy protection
a worldwide standard of digital compression
technology that incorporates coding technology
technology. The picture data is compressed to
for digital video signals.
about 1/40 of its original size. The DVD also
uses the variable rate coding technology that
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Interlace format Progressive format

(Interlaced scanning) (sequential scanning)
The Interlace format is the NTSC standard In contrast to the Interlace format, the
method for displaying TV images at 30 frames progressive format can reproduce 50 - 60 frames
per second. Each frame is scanned twice - per second by reproducing all scanning lines
alternately between the even numbered scanning (525 lines for the NTSC system). The overall
lines and then odd numbered scanning lines, at picture quality increases and still images, text
60 times per second. and horizontal lines appear sharper. This format
is compatible with the 525 or 625 progressive
MPEG audio
format.
A coding system to compress digital audio
signals. MPEG-1 is used for MP3 (MPEG-1 Region Code
Audio Layer-3). MPEG-2 is used for one of the This system is used to protect copyrights. A
audio format of DVD. region number is allocated on each DVD system
or DVD disc according to the sales region. Each
Multi-angle function
region code is shown on the system as well as on
Various angles of a scene, or viewpoints of the
the disc packaging. The system can play discs
video camera are recorded on some DVDs.
that match its region code. The system can also
Multilingual function play discs with the “ ” mark. Even when the
ALL
Several languages for the sound or subtitles in a region code is not shown on the DVD, the region
picture are recorded on some DVDs. limit may still apply.
Neural Surround Scene
Neural SurroundTM, as the chosen format for XM On a VIDEO CD with PBC (playback control)
Satellite Radio’s new XM HD Surround functions, the menu screens, moving pictures
programming will deliver the excitement of and still pictures are divided into sections called
surround music to more of America’s listening “scenes.”
audience. It provides the rich envelopment and
Title
discrete image detail of surround sound in a
The longest section of a picture or music feature
format 100% compatible with stereo.
on a DVD, movie, etc., in video software, or the
Parental Control entire album in audio software.
A function of the DVD to limit playback of the
Track
disc by the age of the users according to the
Section of a picture or a music piece on a
limitation level in each country. The limitation
VIDEO CD, CD, or MP3. An album is
varies from disc to disc; when it is activated,
composed of several tracks (MP3 only).
playback is completely prohibited, violent
scenes are skipped or replaced with other scenes
and so on.
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
1028 Abkhazian 1186 Scots Gaelic 1349 Macedonian 1508 Shona
1032 Afrikaans 1194 Galician 1350 Malayalam 1509 Somali
1039 Amharic 1196 Guarani 1352 Mongolian 1511 Albanian
1044 Arabic 1203 Gujarati 1353 Moldavian 1512 Serbian
1045 Assamese 1209 Hausa 1356 Marathi 1513 Siswati
1051 Aymara 1217 Hindi 1357 Malay 1514 Sesotho
1052 Azerbaijani 1226 Croatian 1358 Maltese 1515 Sundanese
1053 Bashkir 1229 Hungarian 1363 Burmese 1516 Swedish
1057 Byelorussian 1233 Armenian 1365 Nauru 1517 Swahili
1059 Bulgarian 1235 Interlingua 1369 Nepali 1521 Tamil
1060 Bihari 1239 Interlingue 1376 Dutch 1525 Telugu
1061 Bislama 1245 Inupiak 1379 Norwegian 1527 Tajik
1066 Bengali; 1248 Indonesian 1393 Occitan 1528 Thai
Bangla 1253 Icelandic 1403 (Afan)Oromo 1529 Tigrinya
1067 Tibetan 1254 Italian 1408 Oriya 1531 Turkmen
1070 Breton 1257 Hebrew 1417 Punjabi 1532 Tagalog
1079 Catalan 1261 Japanese 1428 Polish 1534 Setswana
1093 Corsican 1269 Yiddish 1435 Pashto; 1535 Tonga
1097 Czech 1283 Javanese Pushto 1538 Turkish
1103 Welsh 1287 Georgian 1436 Portuguese 1539 Tsonga
1105 Danish 1297 Kazakh 1463 Quechua 1540 Tatar
1109 German 1298 Greenlandic 1481 Rhaeto- 1543 Twi
1130 Bhutani 1299 Cambodian Romance 1557 Ukrainian
1142 Greek 1300 Kannada 1482 Kirundi 1564 Urdu
1144 English 1301 Korean 1483 Romanian 1572 Uzbek
1145 Esperanto 1305 Kashmiri 1489 Russian 1581 Vietnamese
1149 Spanish 1307 Kurdish 1491 Kinyarwanda 1587 Volapük
1150 Estonian 1311 Kirghiz 1495 Sanskrit 1613 Wolof
1151 Basque 1313 Latin 1498 Sindhi 1632 Xhosa
1157 Persian 1326 Lingala 1501 Sangho 1665 Yoruba
1165 Finnish 1327 Laothian 1502 Serbo- 1684 Chinese
1166 Fiji 1332 Lithuanian Croatian 1697 Zulu
1171 Faroese 1334 Latvian; 1503 Singhalese
1174 French Lettish 1505 Slovak
1181 Frisian 1345 Malagasy 1506 Slovenian 1703 Not specified
Parental Control Area Code List
Code Area Code Area Code Area Code Area

2044 Argentina 2165 Finland 2362 Mexico 2149 Spain
2047 Australia 2174 France 2376 Netherlands 2499 Sweden
2046 Austria 2109 Germany 2390 New Zealand 2086 Switzerland
2057 Belgium 2248 India 2379 Norway 2528 Thailand
2070 Brazil 2238 Indonesia 2427 Pakistan 2184 United
2079 Canada 2254 Italy 2424 Philippines Kingdom
2090 Chile 2276 Japan 2436 Portugal
2092 China 2304 Korea 2489 Russia
2115 Denmark 2363 Malaysia 2501 Singapore
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Index to Parts and Controls

For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.
Front panel
A "/1 (on/standby) (37) H VOLUME control (37)

B A (open/close) (37) I AUDIO IN/A.CAL MIC jack (24, 34)
C Disc operation (37) J DISC 1-5 buttons/indicators (37)
D FUNCTION (37) K Disc tray (37)
E Front panel display (110)
F (remote sensor) (9)
G PHONES jack (37)
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Rear panel
Screws*
DIR-TC1
AM
SAT/CABLE
Y P B/C B P R/C R
DIGITAL
IN
S VIDEO
(DVD ONLY) FM
75
SAT/CABLE COAXIAL
VIDEO
R AUDIO IN L
OUT
XM DMPORT1 DMPORT2
SPEAKER
A SPEAKER jacks (19) J DMPORT1 (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT1)

B SAT/CABLE (DIGITAL IN COAXIAL) jack (34, 77)
jack (34) K MONITOR OUT (S VIDEO/VIDEO) jacks
C SAT/CABLE (COMPONENT VIDEO IN) (30)
jacks (34) L XM jack (68)
D DIR-TC1 slot for the WAHT-SD1 (34) M COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (30)
E SAT/CABLE (AUDIO IN R/L, VIDEO IN) N SAT/CABLE (DIGITAL IN OPTICAL)
jacks (34) jack (34)
F AM terminal (19) O HDMI OUT jack (30)
G FM 75Ω COAXIAL jack (19)
H DMPORT2 (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT2) * CAUTION
jack (34, 77)
Please do not remove the screws before
I TV (AUDIO IN R/L) jacks (34) 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 J Lights up when the child lock function
correctly connected to HDCP (high- is set to on. (78)
bandwidth digital content protection) K Lights up when the system outputs
compliant device with HDMI or DVI progressive signals (DVD function
(digital visual interface) input. (30) only). (32)
B Lights up when the time information of L Indicates the selected [SPEAKER
a title or chapter appears in the front FORMATION]. (82)
panel display. (DVD only) (54)
M Lights up when Digital Cinema Sound
C Lights up when a station is received. (DCS) is activated. (42)
(Radio only) (65)
N Current surround format (Except for
D Stereo/Monaural effect (Radio only) JPEG)
(66)
O Lights up when the DYNAMIC BASS is
E Lights up when the sleep timer is set. selected. (75)
(75)
P Displays system’s status such as
F Lights up when the movie or music chapter, title, or track number, time
mode is selected. (41) information, radio frequency, playing
G Playing status (DVD function only) status, sound field, etc.
H Light up when you select “ONE CAT”
during receiving the XM radio. (67)
I Current repeat mode (51)
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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 DISPLAY
repeatedly to turn on or change the Control Menu display as follows:
, 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
Total number of chapters2) (N Playback,
Control Menu items X Pause,
x Stop, etc.)
12 (27)
Type of disc being
18 (34) DVD VIDEO played3)
T 1:32:55
Playing time4)
Selected item OFF
OFF Current setting
DISC
Options
TITLE
CHAPTER
Function name of
selected Control REPEAT
Menu item ENTER Quit: DISPLAY
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

[TITLE] (page 46)/[SCENE] (page 46)/[TRACK] (page 46)
Selects the title, scene, or track to be played.
[CHAPTER] (page 46)/[INDEX] (page 46)
Selects the chapter or index to be played.
[TRACK] (page 46)
Selects the track to be played.
[ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST] (page 54)
Selects the type of titles (DVD-RW/DVD-R) to be played, the [ORIGINAL] one, or an edited
[PLAY LIST].
[TIME/TEXT] (page 46)
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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[SPEAKER FORMATION] (pages 82, 84)

Sets the speaker formation./Adjust the level of each speaker automatically.
[PROGRAM] (page 48)

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.
[PARENTAL CONTROL] (page 79)
Sets to prohibit playback on this system.
[SETUP] (page 86)
[QUICK] Setup (page 24)
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.
[INTERVAL] (page 62)
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 t when you select any item except [OFF]
([PROGRAM], [SHUFFLE], [REPEAT], and [A/V SYNC] only). The [ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST] indicator lights
up in green when you select [PLAY LIST] (default setting).
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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 CUSTOM SETUP
OSD* HDMI OFF
MENU* CONTROL ON
STB OFF
AUDIO*
SYNCHRO ON
SUBTITLE* PAUSE AUTO
MODE FRAME
TRACK OFF
SELECTION AUTO
MULTI-DISC ON
RESUME OFF
AUDIO DRC OFF
STANDARD
MAX
AUDIO OFF
(HDMI) ON
SCREEN SETUP SPEAKER SETUP

TV TYPE 16:9 CONNECTION FRONT YES
4:3 LETTER CENTER YES
BOX NONE
4:3 PAN SCAN SURROUND YES
YCBCR/RGB (HDMI) YCBCR NONE
RGB SUBWOOFER YES
SCREEN ON DISTANCE L 0 ft – 23 ft/0.00 m – 7.01 m
SAVER OFF (FRONT) R 0 ft – 23 ft/0.00 m – 7.01 m
BACKGROUND JACKET CENTER 0 ft – 23 ft/0.00 m – 7.01 m
PICTURE
SUBWOOFER 0 ft – 23 ft/0.00 m – 7.01 m
GRAPHICS
BLUE DISTANCE L 0 ft – 23 ft/0.00 m – 7.01 m
BLACK (SURROUND) R 0 ft – 23 ft/0.00 m – 7.01 m
BLACK LEVEL ON LEVEL L –6.0 dB – +6.0 dB
OFF (FRONT) R –6.0 dB – +6.0 dB
BLACK LEVEL OFF CENTER –6.0 dB – +6.0 dB
(COMPONENT ON SUBWOOFER –6.0 dB – +6.0 dB
OUT) LEVEL L –6.0 dB – +6.0 dB
4:3 OUTPUT FULL (SURROUND) R –6.0 dB – +6.0 dB
NORMAL
TEST TONE OFF
ON
* 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) MEMORY 1-20 (FM), MEMORY 1-10 (AM), MEMORY 1-30 (XM)
FM MODE2) STEREO
MONO
NAME IN3)
SLEEP SLEEP OFF, SLEEP 90M-1M
DIMMER DIMMER OFF
DIMMER ON
ILLUM MODE ILLUM ON
ILLUM OFF
DEMO DEMO ON
DEMO OFF
ATTENUATE4) ATT ON
ATT OFF
SL SR REV5) REV OFF
REV ON
CHILD LOCK OFF
ON
1)
Appears during “TUNER FM,” “TUNER AM,” or “XM” only.
2)Appears during “TUNER FM” only.
3)Appears during “TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” only.
4)
“ATTENUATE” may not appear, depending on the selected function.
5)Appears when the wireless kit WAHT-SD1 is installed.
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Index
Numerics Digital connection 35 J
Digital Direct Twin Drive
16:9 88 JPEG 58, 60
Subwoofer 103
4:3 LETTER BOX 88
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT 77 L
4:3 OUTPUT 89
DIMMER 76
4:3 PAN SCAN 88 Language Code List 107
DISC SKIP 38
5.1 Channel Surround 53 LANGUAGE SETUP 88
DISPLAY 67
Listening
A Dolby Digital 52, 103
a particular point on a disc 45
Dolby Pro Logic II 103
A/V SYNC 57 other components 39
Dolby Surround Pro Logic 104
ALBUM 46 TV sound 40
DTS 52, 104
Album 103
DUAL MONO 44 M
ANGLE 56
DVD 104
ATTENUATE 39 MENU 88
DVD+RW 104
AUDIO 88 MODE (MP3, JPEG) 62
DVD’s menu 52
AUDIO (HDMI) 91 MOVIE/MUSIC 41
DVD-RW 54, 104
AUDIO DRC 91 MP3 58, 60
DVI 31
Auto Calibration 84, 103 MPEG audio 105
DYNAMIC BASS 75
Multi Session CD 7
B E Multi-angle function 56, 105
BACKGROUND 89 MULTI-DISC RESUME 91
EFFECT 63
Batteries 9 Multilingual function 105
BLACK LEVEL 89 F Multiplex broadcast sound 44
BLACK LEVEL MUTING 38
Fast forward 45
(COMPONENT OUT) 89
Fast reverse 45 N
C FILE 46
Naming preset stations 66
File 104
CHAPTER 46 Neural Surround 105
Film based software 104
Chapter 103
FM MODE 66 O
Child Lock 78
Freeze Frame 45
CINEMA STUDIO EX 43 OPTICAL (Digital Out) 35
Front panel 108
COAXIAL (Digital Out) 35 ORIGINAL 54
Front panel display 54, 110
COLD RESET 94 OSD 88
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT H Other component connection
32 34
Handling discs 96
Continuous play 37
HDMI
Control Menu Display 111 P
YCBCR/RGB (HDMI) 89
Controlling the TV 72 PARENTAL CONTROL 80
HDMI (high-definition
CUSTOM 86 Parental Control 105
multimedia interface) 31, 104
CUSTOM PARENTAL PAUSE MODE 91
HDMI CONTROL 90
CONTROL 79 PBC Playback 64
CUSTOM SETUP 90 I PCM (Pulse Code Modulation)
105
D ILLUM MODE 38
PICTURE NAVI 47, 61
INDEX 46
D. C. A. C. 84, 103 PLAY LIST 54
Installing the speakers on a wall
DATA CD 60 Playback Control (PBC) 105
28
DATA DVD 60 Program Play 48
Instant Advance 38
DEMO 27 PROGRESSIVE 33
Instant Replay 38
Demonstration 27 Progressive format 32, 105
INTERLACE 33
Digital Cinema Auto
Interlace format 105
Calibration 84, 103 Q
INTERVAL 62
Digital Cinema Sound 43 Quick Setup 24
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R V
Radio 66 VIDEO CD 106
Radio Stations 65
Rear Panel 109 X
Region Code 8, 105 XM-Radio 67
Remote 9, 72
Repeat Play 51
RESET 87
Resume Play 47
S
S VIDEO 31
Scan 45
SCENE 46
Scene 105
SCREEN SAVER 89
SCREEN SETUP 88
Searching 45
Selecting 41
SETUP 86
Setup Display 86, 114
Shuffle Play 50
SLEEP 75
Slide Show 62
Slow-motion Play 45
Sound Field 42
SPEAKER FORMATION 82
SPEAKER SETUP 92
CONNECTION 92
DISTANCE 92, 93
LEVEL 93
STB SYNCHRO 90
SUBTITLE 57, 88
SYSTEM MENU 27, 38, 39,
66, 75, 76, 78
System menu list 115
T
TEST TONE 93
THEATRE SYNC 73
TIME/TEXT 46
TITLE 46
Title 105
TRACK 46
Track 105
TRACK SELECTION 91
Troubleshooting 96
TV connection 30
TV TYPE 88
U
Unpacking 103
Usable discs 6
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Remote control
ALPHABETICAL ORDER BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS
A–O P–Z [/1 (on/standby) 1 (24, 27, 37,

ANGLE 5 (56) PICTURE NAVI qh (47, 73) 47, 66)
AUDIO** ed (52) PRESET +/– 8 qd (66) TV [/1 (on/standby) ej (72)
CATEGORY +/– wg (68) SLEEP eh (75) C/X/x/c/ qg (24, 27, 39, 46,
65, 79)
CATEGORY MODE 5 (68) SOUND FIELD +/–** 0 (42)
REPLAY/
CLEAR ef (46, 67, 73, 87) SUBTITLE wf (57)
ADVANCE wg (37)
D.TUNING wf (66) SYSTEM MENU 7 (27, 39, 76,
./> qd 8 (37)
DISC SKIP 3 (37) 115)
m/M e; wh (45)
DISPLAY ws (54, 67) THEATRE SYNC wa (74)
/ e; wh (45)
DVD MENU 6 (52) TOOLS 7 (72)
H (play)** 9 (37, 47, 80)
DVD TOP MENU es (52) TUNING +/– wh e; (65)
x (stop) wj (38, 47, 79)
DYNAMIC BASS wd (75) TV qs (72)
X (pause) wl (38)
ENTER* 4 (24, 27, 39, 46, 65, TV CH +/–** 0 (72)
Z (open/close) w; (38)
79) TV INPUT ql (72)
DISPLAY ea (26, 46, 79,
FUNCTION 2 (32, 37, 39, 47, TV MENU ea (72)
111)
65, 82) TV VOL +/– qa (72)
O RETURN qf (47)
MOVIE/MUSIC eg (41) VIDEO FORMAT qk (32)
-/-- ef (73)
MUTING wk (37) VOLUME +/– qa (37, 66, 93)
Number buttons** qj (46, 66, 72,
79) * The ENTER button has the
same function as the button.
When you operate the TV, the
ENTER button is used for
selecting a channel, and the
button is used for selecting
menu items (page 72).
** 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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DVD Home Theatre

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This symbol is intended to alert the user to Important Safety Instructions

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11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the Precautions

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or

XM is a registered trademark of XM Satellite

This product is manufactured under license from

“Neural” and “Neural Audio” and “Neural

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Other Operations Additional Information

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About This Manual This System Can Play the

Symbol Meaning VIDEO CD

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The system can play DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/ Music discs encoded with

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DVD VIDEOs labeled ALL will also play on this

Note about playback

This system incorporates with Dolby* Digital

* Manufactured under license from Dolby

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Getting Started – BASIC –

Getting Started – BASIC –

Inserting batteries into the remote

Attaching the foot pads to the subwoofer

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Step 1: Assembling the Speakers

Use the screws illustrated below.

Screw (small, black) Screw (small, silver) Screw (large, with

About the speaker cord

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Top of the base (large)

Bottom of the base

Top of the base (small)

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2 Attach the post cover to the other end of the post.

Thread the speaker cord through

Upper part of the

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Secure 2 screws (large, with

Secure 2 screws (large, with

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4 Connect the speaker cords to the speaker.

Rear of the speaker

Rear of the speaker

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5 Attach the post to the base.

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6 Adjust the height of the speaker.

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7 Take up any speaker cord slack.

Getting Started – BASIC –

Bottom of the base