3-298-611-11(1) DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions DAV-DZ360WA ©2008 Sony Corporation
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with news papers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
Precautions On power sources • AC power cord (mains lead) must be changed only at the qualified service shop. • The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet (mains), even if the unit itself has been turned off. • Install this system so that the AC power cord (mains lead) can be unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the event of trouble.
Table of Contents About This Operating Instructions.......... 3 About the S-AIR function....................... 3 Playable Discs......................................... 5 Getting Started Step 1: Positioning the System ...10 Step 2: Connecting the System ...13 Step 3: Performing the Quick Setup ........................................21 Step 4: Enjoying Sound from all the Speakers ..................................24 Sound Adjustment Enjoying Surround Sound by Using Decoding Mode .........................
Playable Discs Type Disc logo Characteristics DVD VIDEO • DVD VIDEO • DVD-R/DVD-RW in DVD VIDEO format or video mode • DVD+R/DVD+RW in DVD VIDEO format VR (Video Recording) mode • DVD-R/DVD-RW in VR (Video Recording) mode (except for DVD-R DL) Super Audio CD • Super Audio CD VIDEO CD • VIDEO CD (Ver. 1.1 and 2.
2) JPEG image files must conform to the DCF image file format. (DCF “Design rule for Camera File system”: Image standards for digital cameras regulated by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).) 3) DivX® is a video file compression technology, developed by DivX, Inc. 4) DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used under license.
About Multi Session CD • This system can play a Multi Session CD when an MP3 file is contained in the first session. Any subsequent MP3 files recorded in later sessions can also be played back. • This system can play a Multi Session CD when a JPEG image file is contained in the first session. Any subsequent JPEG image files recorded in later sessions can also be played back.
Getting Started Getting Started Unpacking • Front speakers (2) and surround speakers (2) • Center speaker (1) • Speaker cords (6, red/white/ green/gray/blue/purple) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Subwoofer (1) • Operating Instructions • Speaker and TV connections (card) • S-AIR receiver (AIR-SA10) (1) • Wireless transceiver for the S-AIR receiver (AIR-SA10) (1) • Calibration mic (1) • AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) or 8GB • Foot pads
Inserting batteries into the remote 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.
Getting Started Step 1: Positioning the System For the best possible surround sound, all the speakers other than the subwoofer should be placed at the same distance from the listening position (A). However, this system allows you to place the center speaker up to 1.6 meters (5 ft) closer (B) and the surround speakers up to 5.0 meters (16 ft) closer (C) to the front speakers. The front speakers can be placed from 1.0 to 7.0 meters (3 to 23 ft) (A) from the listening position.
To install the speakers on a wall Color tube Front speaker (L): White Front speaker (R): Red Center speaker: Green Surround speaker (L): Blue Surround speaker (R): Gray 1 Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the hole on the back of each speaker. See the illustrations below. 4 mm (5/32 inch) 5 mm (7/32 inch) 30 mm (1 3/16 inches) 2 Hole on the back of the speaker 10 mm (13/32 inch) Fasten the screws to the wall.
Getting Started 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.
Step 2: Connecting the System 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.
Getting Started 1 Connecting the Speakers The connector and color tube of the speaker cords are the same color as the label of the jacks to be connected. Be sure to match the speaker cords to the appropriate terminals on the speakers: the speaker cord with the color tube to 3, and the speaker cord without the color tube to #. Do not catch the speaker cord insulation in the speaker terminals. Rear of speaker Color tube (+) (–) Connector When connecting to the unit, insert the connector until it clicks.
2 Connecting the TV Digital optical cord (not supplied) Digital coaxial cord (not supplied) DIGITA COAXIAL L IN OPTICAL TV or To the digital coaxial output jack of the TV To the digital optical output jack of the TV FRONT L SUR R SUR L COAXIAL 75 FM CENTER Rear panel ANTENNA SPEAKER FRONT R EZW-RT10 SPEAKER DIGITAL IN AM EURO AV SUBWOOFER COAXIAL DC5V 0.
Getting Started 3 Connecting the other components You can enjoy the connected component using the six speakers of the system. • Portable audio source: A • DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter: B Stereo mini-plug cord (not supplied) To the portable audio source Front panel (USB) port (See page 61.) FRONT L SUR R SUR L COAXIAL 75 FM CENTER Rear panel ANTENNA SPEAKER FRONT R SPEAKER EZW-RT10 DIGITAL IN AM EURO AV SUBWOOFER COAXIAL DC5V 0.7A MAX OPTICAL TV HDMI OUT OUTPUT(TO TV) DMPORT DC5V X 0.
If your TV has multiple audio/video inputs VCR, digital satellite receiver or PlayStation, etc. TV VCR, digital satellite receiver or PlayStation, etc. System :Signal flow Select the component on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. If the TV does not have multiple audio/video inputs, a switcher will be necessary to receive the sound from more than two components. 17GB Getting Started You can enjoy the sound with the speakers of the system through the connected TV.
Getting Started 4 Connecting the antenna (aerial) AM loop antenna (aerial) (supplied) A B Note • Cord (A) or cord (B) can be connected to either terminal. FRONT L SUR R SUR L COAXIAL 75 FM CENTER Rear panel ANTENNA SPEAKER FRONT R SPEAKER EZW-RT10 DIGITAL IN AM EURO AV SUBWOOFER COAXIAL DC5V 0.
5 Inserting the wireless transceiver Rear panel of the unit FRONT L SUR R SUR L COAXIAL 75 FM CENTER EZW-RT10 DIGITAL IN EURO AV SUBWOOFER COAXIAL DC5V 0.7A MAX OPTICAL TV HDMI OUT EZW-RT Note ANTENNA SPEAKER FRONT R SPEAKER DMPORT OUTPUT(TO TV) AM • Also, insert the wireless transceiver into the S-AIR receiver. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the S-AIR receiver.
Getting Started 6 Connecting the AC power cords (mains leads) Before connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) of the unit to a wall outlet (mains), connect all the speakers to the unit. Rear panel ANTENNA SPEAKER FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L COAXIAL 75 FM EZW-RT10 SPEAKER CENTER DIGITAL IN AM EURO AV SUBWOOFER COAXIAL DC5V 0.
Follow the Steps below to make the basic adjustments for using the system. Displayed items vary depending on the country model. LANGUAGE SETUP OSD: MENU: AUDIO: SUBTITLE: 5 Note • When you connect the system and the TV with the HDMI cable (not supplied), you need to set the type of video output for matching your TV. For details, see “Setting the type of video output to match your TV” (page 23).
• [RGB]: outputs RGB signals. Getting Started Note • If your TV does not accept RGB signals, no picture appears on the TV screen even if you select [RGB]. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your TV. 10 Press IC N/ IO I AL M A.C AUD . The Setup Display for selecting the speaker formation appears. 11 Press C/c to select the speaker formation image as the speakers are actually positioned. Calibration mic For details, see “Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Room” (page 76).
16 Unplug the calibration mic and press C/ c to select [YES]. 17 Press . Quick Setup is finished. All connections and setup operations are complete. To quit the Quick Setup Press DISPLAY in any Step. Tip • If you change the position of the speakers, reset the speaker settings. See “Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Room” (page 76) and “Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically” (page 77). • If you want to change any of the settings, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 47).
Getting Started Step 4: Enjoying Sound from all the Speakers You can enjoy DVD, TV, or VCR sound from all the speakers in this system. Note • When you use the TV (COAXIAL or OPTICAL DIGITAL IN) jack (digital connection), the digital connection takes priority. 2 3 4 FUNCTION +/– Press SYSTEM MENU. Press X/x repeatedly until “DEC. MODE” appears in the front panel display, then press or c. Press X/x repeatedly until the decoding mode you want appears in the front panel display.
1 4 Getting Started 2 3 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until “TV” or “AUDIO” appears in the front panel display. Press SYSTEM MENU. Press X/x repeatedly until “ATTENUATE” appears in the front panel display, then press or c. Press X/x to select a setting. • “ATT ON”: You can attenuate the input level. The output level is changed. • “ATT OFF”: Normal input level. 5 Press . The setting is made. 6 Press SYSTEM MENU. The system menu turns off.
Sound Adjustment Enjoying Surround Sound by Using Decoding Mode You can enjoy surround sound simply by selecting one of the system’s pre-programmed decoding modes. They bring exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters into your home. SYSTEM MENU X/x/c, 1 2 3 26GB Press SYSTEM MENU. Press X/x repeatedly until “DEC. MODE” appears in the front panel display, then press or c. Press X/x repeatedly until the decoding mode you want appears in the front panel display. Display Decoding mode Effect “A.F.
Decoding mode Effect “PLII MOVIE” Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE Performs Pro Logic II movie mode decoding to the input signal and produces five full-bandwidth output channels from 2 channel sources. This setting is ideal for watching videos of overdubbed or old movies. This mode outputs sound from all the speakers and subwoofer. Sound may not be output from all speakers depending on the source.
Selecting the Sound Mode Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound You can select a suitable sound mode for movies or music. (DUAL MONO) You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when the system receives or plays the Dolby Digital multiplex broadcast signal. Note SOUND MODE • To receive the Dolby Digital signal, you need to connect a TV or other component to the unit with an optical or coaxial digital cord (page 15) and set the digital output mode of the TV or other component to Dolby Digital.
Place one disc on the tray, and then press A. Disc Playing a Disc Disc Depending on the DVD VIDEO or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your disc. Note • When you play an 8 cm disc, place it on the inner circle of the tray. Be careful that the disc is not skewed on the inner circle of the tray. • Do not forcibly press the disc tray closed with your finger, as this may cause malfunction.
To use the headphones To Connect the headphones to PHONES jack on the unit. The sound of the system is muted. You can also connect the headphones to PHONES jack on the surround amplifier. (The sound of the system is muted.) Play one frame at a time STEP to go to the next (Freeze Frame)3)5)6) frame while the system is in pause mode. Press STEP to go to the preceding frame while the system is in pause mode (DVD VIDEO/ DVD-R/DVD-RW only). To return to normal playback, press H.
To display the subtitles Press SUBTITLE during playback to select the desired subtitle language. Note • Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may not be able to change the subtitles even if multilingual subtitles are recorded on the disc. You also may not be able to turn them off. • You can change the subtitles if the DivX video file has an “.AVI” or “.DIVX” extension and contains subtitle information within the same file.
Checking the audio signal format If you press AUDIO repeatedly during playback, the format of the current audio signal (PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.) appears as shown below. x DVD Example: Dolby Digital 5.1 channel LFE (Low Frequency Effect) Surround (L/R) Selecting a playback area for a Super Audio CD You can play the Super Audio CD (page 98) by selecting the playback area.
4 The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen. 2 Press X/x to select [SUPER AUDIO CD/CD LAYER], then press x When the current layer is the CD layer To go back to the menu [SUPER AUDIO CD] appears. Press O RETURN. Press to change the layer. • [SUPER AUDIO CD]: You can play the Super Audio CD layer. When the system is playing a Super Audio CD layer, “SA-CD” lights up in the front panel display • [CD]: You can play the CD layer.
– you eject the disc. – the system enters standby mode (DATA CD/ DATA DVD only). – you change or reset the settings on the Setup Display. – you change the parental control level. – you change the function by pressing FUNCTION +/–. – you disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). • For a DVD-VR, VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD, CD, DATA CD, or DATA DVD, the system remembers the resume playback point for the current disc. • Resume Play does not work during Program Play and Shuffle Play.
To cancel all of the tracks in the programmed order Selected track PROGRAM 0: 03:51 T 02 –– –– –– –– –– –– –– 01 02 03 04 05 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 1 2 3 Follow Steps 1 to 3 of “Creating your own program.” Press X and select [ALL CLEAR]. Press . Note • When you press CLEAR to return to normal play, Shuffle Play and Repeat Play are also canceled. Disc ALL CLEAR 1.
x DATA CD/DATA DVD Shuffle Play starts. • [OFF]: Off. • [DISC]: You can repeat all of the folders on the disc. • [FOLDER]: You can repeat the current folder. • [TRACK] (MP3 files only): You can repeat the current file. • [FILE] (DivX video files only): You can repeat the current file. To return to normal play Press CLEAR, or select [OFF] in Step 3. To turn off the Control Menu display Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu display is turned off.
Searching/Selecting a Disc Using the DVD’s menu Selecting [ORIGINAL] or [PLAY LIST] on a DVD-VR This function is only available for DVD-VRs with a playlist created. A DVD is divided into a lot of sections, which make up a picture or music feature. These sections are called “titles.” When you play a DVD which contains several titles, you can select the title you want using DVD TOP MENU.
The number in parentheses indicates the total number of titles, chapters, tracks, indexes, scenes, folders, or files. 98( 99) 13( 99) T 0: 03: 17 DVD VIDEO 3 Input the time code using the number buttons. For example, to find the scene at 2 hours, 10 minutes, and 20 seconds after the beginning. Press 2, 1, 0, 2, 0 ([2:10:20]). 4 Press . Note • You cannot search for a scene on a DVD+RW using the time code. Selected row 3 Press . [** (**)] changes to [– – (**)].
Playing MP3 Files/JPEG Image Files 2 Press X/x to select a folder. x To play MP3 files in a folder Press H to start playing the selected folder. x To select a MP3 file TRACK LIST 03 In the Middle of Nowher... * “Design rule for Camera File system”: Image standards for digital cameras regulated by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).
The folders recorded on the DATA CD or DATA DVD appear. When a folder is being played, its title is shaded. FOLDER LIST 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 2 Let's Talk About Love (1985) 1st Album (1986) In the Middle of Nowhere (1986) Ready for Romance (1986) In the Garden of Venus (1987) Romantic Warriors (1987) Back for Good (1988) Alone (1999) Press X/x to select a folder. x To play JPEG image files in a folder Press H to start playing the selected folder.
Playing MP3 files and JPEG image files as a slide show with sound 1 2 Load a DATA CD or DATA DVD. 1 2 5 6 7 Press X/x to select then press . [INTERVAL], The options for [INTERVAL] appear. 3 Press DISPLAY while the system is in stop mode. Press X/x to select a setting. • [NORMAL]: You can set to the standard duration. • [FAST]: You can set the duration shorter than [NORMAL]. • [SLOW 1]: You can set the duration longer than [NORMAL]. • [SLOW 2]: You can set the duration longer than [SLOW 1].
• [OFF]: Off. 4 Press . Enjoying DivX® Videos Note • The [EFFECT] setting is not effective when you set [JPEG RESOLUTION] in [HDMI SETUP] to [(1920 × 1080i) HD ] or [(1920 × 1080i) HD] (page 50). About DivX video files DivX® is a video file compression technology, developed by DivX, Inc. This product is an official DivX® Certified product. You can play a DATA CD or DATA DVD that contains DivX® video files.
files with the extension “.AVI” or “.DIVX” if they do not contain a DivX video. To go to the next or previous page Tip Press • For details about playable MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files on a DATA CD or DATA DVD, see “Playable Discs” (page 5). To turn off the display Note Selecting a folder 1 Press DVD MENU. A list of folders on the disc appears. Only folders that contain DivX video files are listed. . Press DVD MENU repeatedly.
Tip • If the number of viewing times is preset, you can play the DivX video files as many times as the preset number. The following occurrences are counted: – when the system is turned off. – when another file is played. – when the disc tray is opened. Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture and Sound [A/V SYNC] When the sound does not match the pictures on the TV screen, you can adjust the delay between the picture and sound. 1 Press DISPLAY. The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.
Enter a 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press . The display for confirming the password appears. Restricting Playback of the Disc x When you have already registered a password [PARENTAL CONTROL] Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be limited according to a predetermined level such as the age of the users. Scenes may be blocked or replaced with different scenes. You can set the playback restriction by registering a password.
To turn off the [PARENTAL CONTROL] function To play a disc for which [PARENTAL CONTROL] is set 2 Press X/x to select [SYSTEM SETUP], then press . The options for [SYSTEM SETUP] appear. Set [LEVEL] to [OFF] in Step 11. 1 5 6 The display for entering the password appears. Load the disc and press H. The display for entering your password appears. 7 Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press . 8 The system starts playback.
The options for the selected item appear. Example: [TV TYPE] Using the Setup Display VIDEO SETUP TV TYPE: LINE: PAUSE MODE: You can make various adjustments of items such as picture and sound. Displayed items vary depending on the country model. 16:9 16:9 OFF 4:3 LETTERFULL BOX AUTO 4:3 PAN SCAN Options • Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over the Setup Display settings and not all the functions described may work.
x [OSD] (On-Screen Display) x [TV TYPE] You can switch the display language on the TV screen. You can select the aspect ratio of the connected TV. x [MENU] (DVD VIDEO only) [16:9]: Select this when you connect a widescreen TV or a TV with a wide mode function. You can switch the language for the disc’s menu. x [AUDIO] (DVD VIDEO only) You can switch the language of the sound track. When you select [ORIGINAL], the language given priority in the disc is selected.
x [PAUSE MODE] (DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/ DVD-RW only) You can select the picture in pause mode. Settings for the HDMI Note • When you set to [ON] without the HDMI connection of the TV, [Please verify the HDMI connection.] appears and you cannot set to [ON]. x [VOLUME LIMIT] [HDMI SETUP] HDMI SETUP HDMI RESOLUTION: CONTROL FOR HDMI: VOLUME LIMIT: YCBCR/RGB(HDMI): AUDIO(HDMI): JPEG RESOLUTION: [OFF]: Off. [ON]: On. You can operate mutually between components that are connected with an HDMI cable.
[ON]: The system outputs audio signals by converting Dolby Digital, DTS, or 96 kHz/24 bit PCM signals to 48 kHz/16 bit PCM. Settings for the audio [AUDIO SETUP] Note • When you connect the unit and TV with an HDMI cable and [ON] is selected, [AUDIO DRC], [A/V SYNC], DYNAMIC BASS, “DEC. MODE,” and sound mode are not applied to the sound that is output from the TV.
x [TRACK SELECTION] (DVD VIDEO only) You can give the sound track which contains the highest number of channels priority when you play a DVD VIDEO on which multiple audio formats (PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital, or MPEG audio) are recorded. Note • 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 47). (Depending on the disc, this function may not work.
SPEAKER SETUP CONNECTION: DISTANCE(FRONT): DISTANCE(SURROUND): LEVEL(FRONT): LEVEL(SURROUND): TEST TONE FRONT: CENTER: SURROUND: SUBWOOFER: YES YES YES YES A x [CONNECTION] If you do not connect center or surround speakers, set the parameters for [CENTER] and [SURROUND]. Since the front speaker and subwoofer setting is fixed, you cannot change them. [FRONT] [YES] [CENTER] [YES]: Normally select this. [NONE]: Select this if no center speaker is used. [SURROUND] [YES]: Normally select this.
[L/R] 3.0 m/10 ft2)3): Set the surround speaker distance (up to 5.0 meters (16 ft) closer to the front speakers). 1)0.0 to 6.9 meters for North American models. 2)When you perform the Quick Setup (page 21), the default settings are changed. 3) 1 2 Note Set the [TEST TONE] to [ON]. Press C/X/x/c repeatedly to select the desired speaker and the level.
Tip • You can select the preset number directly by pressing the number buttons. Tuner Presetting Radio Stations You can preset 20 FM stations, and 10 AM stations. Before tuning, make sure to turn down the volume to minimum. 7 Press . “COMPLETE” appears in the front panel display, and the station is stored. 8 9 Repeat Steps 2 to 7 to store other stations. Press SYSTEM MENU. The system menu turns off. Tip • You can operate the tuner function by observing the following display on the TV screen.
If an FM program is noisy Listening to the Radio Preset radio stations in the system’s memory first (see “Presetting Radio Stations” (page 54)). 1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until “TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” appears in the front panel display. If an FM program is noisy, you can select monaural reception. There will be no stereo effect, but reception will improve. 1 2 Press SYSTEM MENU. Press X/x repeatedly until “FM MODE” appears in the front panel display. The last received station is tuned in.
6 Create a name by using C/X/x/c. When the station name is not set Press X/x to select a character, then press c to move the cursor to the next position. 1 Frequency Ex. “FM1 87.50” 2 The “FM MODE” setting Ex. “STEREO” You can input letters, numbers, and other symbols for a radio station. If you make a mistake Press C/c repeatedly until the character to be changed flashes, then press X/x to select the desired character.
Using the Radio Data System (RDS) What is the Radio Data System? Tuner The Radio Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting service that allows radio stations to send additional information along with the regular program signal. This tuner offers convenient RDS features, such as station name display. RDS is available only for FM stations.* Note • RDS may not work properly if the station you are tuned to is not transmitting the RDS signal properly, or if the signal strength is weak.
Note Control for HDMI/External Audio Device Using the Control for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” Sync This function is available on TVs with the “BRAVIA” Sync function only.
To set the [CONTROL FOR HDMI] function to on/off 1 2 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until “DVD” appears in the front panel display. Press DISPLAY while the system is in stop mode. The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen. 3 Press X/x to select then press . [SETUP], Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then press . The Setup Display appears. 5 Press X/x to select [HDMI SETUP], then press . The options for [HDMI SETUP] appear. 6 7 Press X/x to select [CONTROL FOR HDMI], then press .
Enjoying TV sound from the speakers in this system (System Audio Control) You can enjoy TV sound in this system by easy operation. To use this function, connect the system and the TV with an audio cord (not supplied) and an HDMI cable (not supplied) (page 15). Depending on the TV, when you set the system to the “TV” function, the System Audio Control function is activated. TV sound is output from the system speakers, and the volume of the TV speakers is minimized automatically.
Playing Back Audio Files/JPEG Image Files of a USB Device Connecting the USB device Front panel * Files with copyright protection (Digital Rights Management) cannot be played by the system. Note • The system cannot play WMA/AAC files on a DATA CD/DATA DVD. About playable USB devices • Do not use USB devices other than those listed in “Playable USB Devices” (supplement). Operation of models not listed is not guaranteed. • Operation is not guaranteed, even when using these USB devices.
Notes on the USB device • The system can play back up to 200 folders, including albums that do not contain audio files and JPEG image files. When more than 200 folders are in the USB device, folders that are recognized by the system differ depending on the folder configuration. • The system can play back the following files. File • • • • • • • • • 62GB Extension of the file MP3 file “.mp3” WMA file “.wma” AAC file “.m4a” JPEG image file “.jpg” or “.
FOLDER LIST 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 Let's Talk About Love (1985) 1st Album (1986) In the Middle of Nowhere (1986) Ready for Romance (1986) In the Garden of Venus (1987) Romantic Warriors (1987) Back for Good (1988) Alone (1999) current folder, but that you cannot return to the previous folder by pressing .. To return to the previous folder, select the folder from the folder list. To return to the previous display Press O RETURN. To turn off the display 7 Press X/x to select a folder. Press DVD MENU.
7 Press X/x to select a folder. To rotate a JPEG image file x To play JPEG image files in a folder as a slide show When a JPEG image file is displayed on the TV screen, you can rotate the JPEG image file by 90 degrees. Press X/x while viewing a JPEG image file. Press CLEAR to return to normal view. Press H to start playing the selected folder. The JPEG images are played as a slide show. You can change the interval of the slide show (page 64), and add effects to the slide show (page 64).
2 Press X/x to select then press . [EFFECT], The options for [EFFECT] appear. 3 (Repeat Play) Press X/x to select a setting. Press You can play the audio files/JPEG image files on the USB device repeatedly. 1 2 DISPLAY during playback. The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen. 2 Press X/x to select [BROWSING], then press . The options for [BROWSING] appear. 3 Press X/x to select the desired list, then press . • [FOLDER LIST]: The list of folders appears.
1 Press DISPLAY. (When playing a JPEG image files, press DISPLAY twice.) The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen. 2 Press X/x to select the search method. • [TRACK]: audio files. • [FILE]: JPEG image files. • [FOLDER]: Folders. [** (**)] is selected (** refers to a number). The number in parentheses indicates the total number of audio files, JPEG image files, or folders.
ID3 ver 2.2/2.3 tag information display has priority when both ID3 ver 1.0/1.1 and ver 2.2/2.3 tags are used for a single MP3 file. Note • Characters/marks may not be displayed in some languages. • Depending on the type of file being played, the system can only display a limited number of characters. Also, depending on the file, not all text characters will be displayed. You can check the date information during playback when the Exif* tag is recorded in the JPEG image file.
x To cancel all the track • Some USB devices cannot be played back on the system depending on the file format. 6 Recording songs on an audio CD into a USB device 1 2 4 Load an audio CD. Press DISPLAY while the system is in stop mode. Press X/x to select [USB RECORDING], then press . Copying MP3 files on a DATA CD/DATA DVD into a USB device 1 2 Press X/x to select [TRACK], then press . 3 Note 4 • It takes several minutes to display the tracks depending on the number of tracks.
x To erase all audio files in a folder Recordable space of the USB device USB RECORDING 2002_Remixes 01_Back_Seat_O... 02_One_Nights_... 03_Are_You_Ma... 04_I_Can_Lose_... 05_Soul_Survivo... 06_Strangers_B... 07_Stay_maxi_ve... Press CLEAR. x To erase an audio file Free: Press . The list of files contained in the folder appears. Press X/x to select the desired audio file, then press CLEAR. START ALL ALL 3 MP3 files/folders to be copied.
The sound and images from the connected component are played on the system or connected TV. For operation details, refer to the operating instructions of the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) adapter (not supplied) 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.
Using an S-AIR Product The unit is compatible with the S-AIR function (page 98), which allows sound transmission between S-AIR products. About S-AIR products S-AIR sub unit (S-AIR receiver) For the surround amplifier For the S-AIR receiver Simply by matching the ID of the unit and the S-AIR sub unit, you can establish sound transmission. You can use multiple S-AIR main unit by setting a different ID for each component. To set the ID of the unit 1 Press "/1 on the unit. The system turns on.
Sound transmission is established as follows (example): Other S-AIR main unit ID B This unit ID A ID A ID A S-AIR sub unit S-AIR sub unit the unit, for enjoying the system’s sound in another room. For details of the S-AIR receiver, refer to the operating instructions of the S-AIR receiver. 1 • To set the ID of the unit, see “To set the ID of the unit” (page 71). • To set the ID of the S-AIR receiver, refer to the operating instructions of the S-AIR receiver.
When “TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” is selected on the unit, you can only select the same band for the tuner on the S-AIR receiver. In this case, when you select other than “TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” on the unit, you can select any band for the tuner on the S-AIR receiver. 4 Adjust the volume on the S-AIR receiver. • “OFF”: You cannot enjoy the S-AIR receiver while the unit is in standby mode. The default setting differs depending on the model. 4 Press . The setting is made. 5 Press SYSTEM MENU.
Your room • To set the ID of the S-AIR sub unit, refer to the operating instructions of the S-AIR sub unit. Neighbor This unit 3 ID A 4 ID A ID A S-AIR sub unit S-AIR sub unit Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until “DVD” appears in the front panel display. Press DISPLAY while the system is in stop mode. The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen. 5 Press X/x to select then press . [SETUP], The options for [SETUP] appear.
12 Press C/c to select the next operation. 5 The system menu turns off. x To finish pairing Select [NO], then press 6 . x To perform pairing of another S-AIR sub unit Select [YES], then press . • If you perform the pairing operation between the unit and another S-AIR sub unit (page 73), sound transmission established by ID is canceled. • When you perform pairing, [(PAIRING)] appears beside ID on the display for selecting ID.
• [NO CENTER]: Select this when you install the front and surround speakers only. • [NO SURROUND]: Select this when you install the center and front speakers only. • [FRONT ONLY]: Select this when you install the front speakers only. • [ALL FRONT]: Select this when you install all the speakers in front of the listening position. • [ALL FRONT - NO CENTER]: Select this when you install the front and surround speakers in front of the listening position.
obstruction between the speakers and the calibration mic. Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically IC LM .CA [AUTO CALIBRATION] /A O IN I AUD D. C. A. C. (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) can set the appropriate surround sound automatically. Note • The system outputs a loud test sound when [AUTO CALIBRATION] starts. You cannot turn the volume down. Give consideration to children and neighbors. • Make sure that the headphones are not connected to the unit or surround amplifier.
– the headphones are connected to the unit or surround amplifier. – the calibration mic is not connected. – front speakers are not correctly connected. – surround speakers are not correctly connected. – front and surround speakers are not correctly connected. 10 Press C/c to select [YES] or [NO], then press . x The measurement is OK. Disconnect the calibration mic, then select [YES]. The result is implemented. x The measurement is not OK. Follow the message, then select [YES] to retry.
Using the Sound Effect Using the Sleep Timer You can reinforce bass frequencies. You can set the system to turn off at a preset time, so you can fall asleep listening to music. You can preset the time in 1 or 10-minutes increments. Press DYNAMIC BASS. Press SLEEP. “D. BASS ON” appears in the front panel display and bass frequencies are effectively reinforced. Each time you press SLEEP, the minutes display (the remaining time) changes by 10-minutes.
Changing the Brightness of the Front Panel Display The brightness of the front panel display can be set to either of 2 levels. 1 2 3 Press SYSTEM MENU. Press X/x repeatedly until “DIMMER” appears in the front panel display, then press or c. Press X/x to select the brightness of the front panel display. • “DIMMER OFF”: Bright. • “DIMMER ON”: Dark. 4 5 Press . Viewing Information About the Disc Viewing the playing time and remaining time in the front panel display Press DISPLAY repeatedly.
x DATA CD (DivX video file)/DATA DVD (DivX video file) x VIDEO CD (without PBC functions)/ Super Audio CD/CD 1 Playing time of the current file 2 Current file name 3 Current album and file number • T **:** Playing time of the current track • T-**:** Remaining time of the current track • D **:** Playing time of the current disc • D-**:** Remaining time of the current disc Note • The system can only display the first level of the DVD/CD text, such as the disc name or title.
To check DATA CD/DATA DVD (MP3 file/DivX video file) text By pressing DISPLAY while playing MP3 files or DivX video files on a DATA CD/DATA DVD, you can display the name of the folder/ MP3 file/DivX video file, and the audio bit rate (the amount of data per second of the current audio) on the TV screen.
Returning to the Default Settings Returning the system parameters, such as preset stations, to the default settings "/1 A x 5 Press X/x to select [SYSTEM SETUP], then press . The options for [SYSTEM SETUP] appear. 6 7 Press X/x to [RESET] and press c. Press C/c to select [YES]. You can also quit the process and return to the Control Menu display by selecting [NO] here. 8 Press . Do not press [/1 while resetting the system as it takes a few seconds to complete.
On adjusting volume Additional Information Precautions On power sources • Unplug the unit from the wall outlet (mains) if you do not intend to use it for an extended period of time. To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug, never by the cord. On placement • Place the system in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the system. • At high volume, over long periods of time, the cabinet becomes hot to the touch. This is not a malfunction.
transmission may result. In this case, take the following steps: – Do not install the system near other wireless systems. – Do not use the system and the other wireless systems at the same time. • The transmission distance differs depending on the usage environment. Find a location where transmission between the S-AIR main unit and sub unit is most effective, and install the S-AIR main unit and sub unit there. Notes about the Discs On handling discs • To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge.
Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the system, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repairs. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained. In the event of a problem with the S-AIR function, have a Sony dealer check the entire system together (main unit and S-AIR sub unit).
Symptom Remedy Even though you set the aspect • The aspect ratio on the disc is fixed. ratio in [TV TYPE] of [VIDEO SETUP], the picture does not fill the TV screen. Color irregularity occurs on the TV screen. The subwoofer and the front speakers in this system are magnetically shielded to prevent magnetic leakage. However, some leakage may occur, as a high-strength magnet is employed.
Symptom Remedy The surround effect is difficult to • Make sure the “DEC. MODE” setting (page 26). hear when you are playing a • Check the speaker connections and settings (pages 14, 51). sound track of Dolby Digital, • Depending on the DVD, the output signal may not be the entire 5.1 channel. It DTS, or MPEG audio. may be monaural or stereo even if the sound track is recorded in Dolby Digital or MPEG audio format.
Remedy The MP3 file cannot be played. • The DATA CD is not recorded in the MP3 format that conforms to ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, or Joliet. • The DATA DVD is not recorded in an MP3 format that conforms to UDF (Universal Disk Format). • The MP3 file does not have the extension “.MP3.” • The data is not formatted in MP3 even though it has the extension “.MP3.” • The data is not MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 data. • The system cannot play audio tracks in MP3PRO format.
Symptom Remedy Messages do not appear on the TV screen in the language you want. • In the Setup Display, select the desired language for the on-screen display in [OSD] under [LANGUAGE SETUP] (page 47). The language for the sound track • Multilingual tracks are not recorded on the DVD being played. cannot be changed. • The DVD prohibits changing the language for the sound track. The subtitle language cannot be • Multilingual subtitles are not recorded on the DVD being played. changed.
USB device Symptom Remedy “OVERLOAD” appears in the front panel display. • A problem has been detected with the level of electrical current from the (USB) port. Turn off the system and remove the USB device from the (USB) port. Make sure there is no problem with the USB device. If this display pattern persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer. Are you using a supported USB • If you connect an unsupported USB device, the following problems may occur.
Symptom Remedy “DATA ERROR” appears in the • The audio file/JPEG image file you want to play is broken. front panel display during • The data is not MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 data. playback of a USB device. • The JPEG image file format does not conform to DCF. • The JPEG image file has the extension “.JPG” or “.JPEG,” but is not in JPEG format. Playback does not start. • Turn off the system, then reconnect the USB device. • Connect the USB device that this system can play.
Remedy You cannot start recording/ copying to a USB device. • The following problems may have occurred. – The USB device is full. – The number of MP3 files and folders on the USB device has reached the upper limit. – The USB device is write-protected. Recording/copying is stopped before it is finished. • The communication speed of the USB device is extremely slow. Connect the USB device that this system can play.
Symptom Remedy No sound is heard from the S-AIR sub unit. • If you use another S-AIR main unit, place it more than 8 m (26 1/4 feet) away from the unit. • Confirm the ID of the unit and S-AIR sub unit (page 71). • Confirm the pairing setting (page 73). • Install the S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub unit closer together. • Avoid use of equipment that generates electromagnetic energy, such as a microwave oven. • Install the S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub unit away from other wireless products.
Self-diagnosis Function (When letters/numbers appear in the display) When the self-diagnosis function is activated to prevent the system from malfunctioning, a 5character service number (e.g., C 13 50) with a combination of a letter and 4 digits appears on the TV screen or front panel display. In this case, check the following table. 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.
Specifications Amplifier Section Stereo mode (rated) 108 W + 108 W (at 3 ohms, 1 kHz, 1% THD) Surround mode (reference) RMS output power FL/FR/C/SL/SR*: 142 watts (per channel at 3 ohms, 1 kHz, 10% THD) Subwoofer*: 140 watts (at 3 ohms, 80 Hz, 10% THD) * Depending on the decoding mode settings and the source, there may be no sound output.
General Power requirements 220 V - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power consumption On: 170 W Standby: 0.3 W (at the Power Saving mode) Output voltage (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT) DC 5 V Output current (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT) 700 mA Dimensions (approx.) 430 mm × 66 mm × 385 mm (w/h/d) incl. projecting parts 430 mm × 66 mm × 415 mm (w/h/d) with the wireless transceiver inserted Mass (approx.) 4.2 kg Wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10) Communication system Mass (approx.
surround speakers and a center speaker. The surround speakers output monaural sound. Medical band), such as wireless LANs and Bluetooth applications. DTS Super Audio CD Digital audio compression technology developed by DTS, Inc. This technology conforms to 5.1-channel surround. This format comprises of stereo rear channel and there is discrete subwoofer channel in this format. DTS provides the same 5.1 discrete channels of high quality digital audio.
2 channel area4) Multi channel area4) Super Audio CD layer 1)You can play the CD layer on a conventional CD player. 2) Since both layers are on one side, it is not necessary to turn the disc over. 3)To 4)To select an area, see “To select a playback area on a 2 channel + Multi-channel Super Audio CD” (page 32). Additional Information select a layer, see “To change a playback layer when playing a hybrid Super Audio CD” (page 32).
Language Code List The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.
Index to Parts and Control For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. Front panel F FUNCTION (24) B A (open/close) (29) G VOLUME control (29) C Front panel display (103) H PHONES jack (29) D Play operation buttons (29) I AUDIO IN/A.
Rear panel ANTENNA SPEAKER FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L COAXIAL 75 FM EZW-RT10 SPEAKER CENTER DIGITAL IN COAXIAL DC5V 0.
Front panel display About the indications in the front panel display A Playing status B Flashes when the sleep timer is set. (79) H Current surround format (Except for JPEG image file) D Lights up when a station is received. (Radio only) (54) I Lights up when an NTSC disc is loaded. E Stereo/Monaural effect (Radio only) (55) J Lights up during USB recording/ copying. (67) F Lights up when the S-AIR transceiver is inserted in the unit and the system transmits the sound.
Remote control ALPHABETICAL ORDER A–O P–Z ANGLE 3 (30) AUDIO qh (31) CLEAR es (34, 47, 55) D.
Guide to the Control Menu Display You can use the Control Menu display to select a function and to view related information. DISPLAY DISPLAY repeatedly. Each time you press DISPLAY, the Control Menu display changes: 1 t 2 t ... t 1 t ... 1 Control Menu display 1 2 Control Menu display 2 (appears when available) 3 Control Menu display off Additional Information Press Note • The Control Menu Display appears during the “DVD” or “USB” function.
Example: Control Menu display 1 when playing a DVD VIDEO. Currently playing title number Currently playing chapter number Total number of titles Total number of chapters Control Menu items 98( 99) 13( 99) T 0: 04: 17 OFF OFF DISC TITLE CHAPTER Selected item Playback status (N Playback, X Pause, x Stop, etc.
[SHUFFLE] (page 35) You can play the track/file in random order. [REPEAT] (page 36) You can play the entire disc (all titles/all tracks/all folders/all files) repeatedly or one title/ chapter/track/folder/file repeatedly. [A/V SYNC] (page 44) You can adjust the delay between the picture and sound. [DISC MENU] (page 37) You can display the DVD’s menu. [BROWSING] (page 40) You can display the list of folders/JPEG image files. [SETUP] (page 47) [QUICK] (page 21) You can make the basic adjustments.
[EFFECT] (page 64) You can select the effects to be used for changing slides during a slide show. [MODE (MUSIC, IMAGE)] (pages 62, 63) You can select the data type; MP3/AAC/WMA file or JPEG image file, when playing a USB device. [USB RECORDING] (page 67) You can record tracks on an audio CD or copy MP3 files on a CD/DATA CD/DATA DVD to a USB device. [SHUFFLE] You can play the file in random order. [TRACK] You can select the track to be played. [FOLDER] You can select the folder to be played.
Index Numerics H R 5.1 Channel Surround 32 HDMI YCBCR/RGB (HDMI) 49 HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) 98 HDMI RESOLUTION 49 HDMI SETUP 49 RDS 57 Rear panel 102 Region Code 7 Remote 9 Repeat Play 36 RESET 51, 83 Resume Play 33 RF CHANGE 75 A A/V SYNC 44 AAC file 61 ANGLE 30 ATTENUATE 25 AUDIO 48 AUDIO (HDMI) 49 AUDIO DRC 50 AUDIO SETUP 50 AUTO CALIBRATION 50, 77, 97 B BACKGROUND 51 C COLD RESET 83 CONTROL FOR HDMI 49 Control for HDMI 58 Control Menu Display 105 CUSTOM 47, 83 D D. C. A. C.
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