Sony DAV-FC9 Operating Instructions

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    4-248-454-11(1) Compact AV System Operating Instructions DAV-FC9 ©2003 Sony Corporation
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    of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. Note to
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    unit, or when you move it from a cold to a warm location, wait for about 30 minutes before operating the unit. Welcome! Thank you for purchasing Sony Compact AV System. Before operating this system, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. 3US
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    or benzine. If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. On cleaning discs Do not use a after 15 to 30 minutes. If colour irregularity should persist, place the speakers farther away from the set. IMPORTANT NOTICE Caution: This system is
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    Precautions 4 About this Manual 7 This System Can Play the Following Discs 7 Terms for discs 7 Notes about Discs 10 Note on DVD 5-DISC changer 10 Guide to the Control Menu Display...... 11 Getting Started Unpacking 13 Inserting Batteries into the Remote....... 13 Step 1: Speaker System Hookup
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    Additional Information Troubleshooting 75 Specifications 78 Glossary 79 Index to Parts and Controls 82 Language code list 87 DVD Setup Menu List 88 Index 89 Quick reference for Remote Commander Back cover 6US
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    About this Manual • The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the controls on the system if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote. • In this manual, the European model is used for illustration and on-screen display (OSD) purpose. •
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    Disc DVD Title structure Chapter VIDEO Disc CD, Super Audio CD, Track or CD structure Index Disc MP3 structure Album Track Disc JPEG structure Album File Note on PBC (Playback Control) (VIDEO CDs) This system conforms to Ver. 1.1 and Ver. 2.0 of VIDEO CD standards. You can enjoy
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    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 discs created in the Packet Write format cannot be played. Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies
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    Notes about Discs On handling discs • To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the surface. • Do not stick paper or tape on the disc. Note on DVD 5-DISC changer Disc changer system Stocker • Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts,
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    Guide to the Control Menu Display Use the Control Menu to select a function that you would like to use. The Control Menu display appears when the
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    FILE (JPEG only) (page 31) Selects the file (JPEG) to be played. DATE (JPEG only) (page 44) Displays the date information. ANGLE (DVD only) (page 52) Changes the angle. PLAYMODE (VIDEO CD/Super Selects the play mode. Audio CD/CD/MP3/JPEG only) (page 33, 36) REPEAT (page 36) Plays the entire
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    ) (11ft 5 7/8in.) • Video cord (1) • Remote Commander (remote) RM-SP900 (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Operating Instructions (1) • Speakers-connection and Installation (card) (1) • Tall type speakers-connection (card) (1) Inserting Batteries into the Remote You can control the system using the
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    other than those supplied with this system. To obtain the best possible surround sound, specify the speaker parameters (distance, level, etc.) on page 23. Required cords Speaker cords The connector and the colour tube of the speaker cords are the same colour as the label of the jacks to be connected
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    for connecting the speakers Connect Front speakers Surround speakers Centre speaker Subwoofer To the SPEAKER FRONT L (white) and R (red) jacks SPEAKER SURR L (blue) and R (grey) jacks SPEAKER CENTER (green) jack SUB WOOFER AUDIO OUT jack Front speaker (R) Front speaker (L) Centre speaker FRONT
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    . Stripped cords are touching each other due to excessive removal of insulation. After connecting all the components, speakers, and AC power cord, output a test tone to check that all the speakers are connected correctly. For details on outputting a test tone, see page 72. If no sound is heard
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    hold the plug down against a flat surface and remove the cords from plug. Attaching While pressing the plug down against a flat surface, insert the new speaker cords. Note that the cord marked with a line should be attached to the minus (-) side of the plug. Note Be careful not to damage the
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    AM loop antenna FM wire antenna To the AM terminals FM 75Ω COAXIAL jack FRONT R CENTER FRONT L SURR R SURR L SUB WOOFER AUDIO OUT SPEAKER AM loop antenna SCAN SELECT SELECTABLE R INTERLACE COMPONENT VIDEO OUT R VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT L L AUDIO IN VIDEO IN MONITOR OUT VIDEO 2 VIDEO
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    Getting Started Tip If you have poor FM reception, use a 75-ohms coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the system to an outdoor FM antenna as shown below. Outdoor FM antenna System AM FM 75 COAXIAL 19US
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    using the S video jack instead of the video jacks, 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 jacks. • When using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (Y, PB/CB, PR/CR) instead
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    or PlayStation 2 etc. VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT L R OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT OUT OUT FRONT R CENTER FRONT L SURR R SURR L SUB WOOFER AUDIO OUT SPEAKER SCAN SELECT SELECTABLE R INTERLACE COMPONENT VIDEO OUT R VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT L L AUDIO IN VIDEO IN MONITOR OUT VIDEO 2 VIDEO AUDIO IN
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    Step 4: Connecting the AC Power Cords Before connecting the AC power cords of this system and subwoofer to a wall outlet, connect the speakers to the system (see page 15). 22US
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    interference include: magnetic latches on a TV stand, etc., healthcare devices, toys, etc. Specifying the speaker parameters To obtain the best possible surround sound, first specify the distance of the speakers from your listening position, then set the level and balance. Use the test tone to
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    Playing Discs Playing Discs Depending on the DVD or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the operation details supplied with your disc. DISC 1-5 A Disc slot /indicators Adjust the H volume "/1/ FUNCTION STANDBY indicator DISC SKIP FUNCTION Connect headphones
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    Playing Discs After following Step 6 Depending on the disc, a menu may appear on the TV screen. You can play the disc interactively by following the instructions on the menu. (DVD: page 27), (VIDEO CD: page 28). To remove the disc Press DISC 1-5 A on the system, or Z on the remote. When you
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    Additional operations Z DISC SKIP Notes • If there is no disc in the system, "READY!" appears on the front panel display. • If DVD playback is paused for approximately one hour, the system automatically turns off. ./> H X x MUTING VOLUME +/- To Press Stop x Pause* X Resume play from pause
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    Playing Discs Resuming Playback from the Point Where You Stopped the Disc (Resume Play) When you stop the disc, the system remembers the point where you pressed x and "RESUME" appears in the front panel display. As long as you do not remove the disc, Resume Play will work even if the system enters
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    CD, "Press ENTER" in Step 3 may appear as "Press SELECT" in the instructions supplied with the disc. In this case, press H. Tip To play without using PBC X/x or the number buttons. 3 Press ENTER. 4 Follow the instructions in the menu for interactive operations. Refer to the operation details supplied
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    tracks. You can also play discs recorded in Multi Session. See the instructions of the CD-R/RW device or recording software (not supplied) for details the data properly and will generate a loud noise which could damage your speaker system. • If the system cannot play MP3, remove the disc and select
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    to ISO9660 level 1, level 2 or Joliet format for the system to recognize the files. You can also play discs recorded in Multi Session. See the instructions of the CD-R/RW device or recording software (not supplied) for details on the recording format. 1 Load a data disc recorded in JPEG into the
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    Playing Discs Selecting an album and file DVD TOP MENU/ ALBUM- DVD DISPLAY DVD MENU/ ALBUM+ C/X/x/c/ ENTER O RETURN 1 Press DVD DISPLAY. The Control Menu and name of the JPEG data disc appears. 2 Press X/x to select (ALBUM) then press ENTER or c. The list of albums contained in the disc
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    Enjoying Slide show on a JPEG data disc To rotate the current image M H 1 Press M while displaying a JPEG image. Slide show starts from the current image. 2 Press H when you want to exit Slide show. Return to normal play from the current image. To change the interval time of Slide show Each time
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    Playing Discs Selecting the Play Mode (All Discs, One Disc, or Album) You can select the play mode that plays all discs continuously, one disc, or album. PLAY MODE DVD DISPLAY C/X/x/c/ ENTER O RETURN 1 In stop mode, press DVD DISPLAY. 2 Press X/x to select (PLAY MODE), then press ENTER or c.
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    Creating Your Own Program (Program Play) You can play the contents of a disc in the order you want by arranging the order of the tracks on the disc to create your own program. You can program up to 25 tracks. CLEAR PLAY MODE REPEAT Number buttons H C/X/x/c/ ENTER O RETURN 1 In stop mode, press
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    Playing Discs 5 Press X/x or the number buttons to select "7" then press ENTER. Program 1 DISC1(CD) -TRACK7 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 6 To program other tracks, repeat Steps 2 to 5. The programmed tracks are displayed in the selected order. 7 Press H to start Program Play. Program Play begins. When the
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    Setting the shuffle mode in the Control Menu You can select either normal shuffle or album shuffle (MP3 only). H Playing Repeatedly (Repeat Play) You can play all the titles/tracks/files or a single title/chapter/track on a disc. In Shuffle or Program Play mode, the system repeats tracks in
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    Playing Discs x When playing a DVD • OFF: does not play repeatedly. • ALL: repeats all the titles (except SHUFFLE (ALL)). • TITLE: repeats the current title on a disc. • CHAPTER: repeats the current chapter. x When playing a VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD/CD/MP3, and when Program Play is set to OFF • OFF:
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    t t To change the scan speed (DVD/ VIDEO CD only) Each time you press m or M during scan, the playback speed changes. Two speeds are available. With each press, the indication changes as follows: Playback direction FF1M t FF2M Opposite direction FR1m t FR2m The FF2M/FR2m playback speed is faster
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    x When playing a DVD (TITLE) x When playing a VIDEO CD (TRACK) x When playing a Super Audio CD (TRACK) x When playing a CD (TRACK) x When playing an MP3 (ALBUM) or (TRACK) x When displaying a JPEG file (ALBUM) or (FILE) Example: when you select (TRACK) The list of tracks contained in the
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    5 Press ENTER. The system starts playback from the selected number. To turn off the Control Menu Press DVD DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu is turned off. To search for a particular point using the time code (TIME SEARCH) Example: If you search for the playing time of the current title
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    Playing Discs When playing back a DVD Playing time and number of the current title TITLE CHAP H M S Remaining time and number of the current title TITLE CHAP H M S Playing time and number of the current chapter CHAP H M S Remaining time and number of the current chapter CHAP H
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    When playing back an MP3 Playing time and current track number TRK M S Remaining time of the current track TRK M S Track (file) name Album (folder) name Current sound field When playing back a JPEG Current file number File name Notes • Depending on the type of disc being played and the
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    Playing Discs Checking the Playing Time and Remaining Time You can check the playing time and remaining time of the current title, chapter, or track, and the total playing time or remaining time of the disc. You can also check the DVD/CD/Super Audio CD text and MP3 folder name/file name/ID3 tag (
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    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. DVD DISPLAY Press DVD DISPLAY during playback. The Control Menu appears. 2:MOUNTAIN FAMILY 1 ( 2 0 ) BIRTHDAY 01/ 01/ 2003 JPEG Date information *
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    to the sound of the selected channel through both the right and left speakers (in this case, the sound loses its stereo effect). For example, can select the left channel and hear only the instruments from both speakers. AUDIO DVD DISPLAY C/X/x/c/ ENTER 1 Press DVD DISPLAY during playback. The
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    To turn off the Control Menu Press DVD DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu is turned off. Notes • For discs not in multiple audio format, you cannot change the sound. • During DVD playback, the sound may change automatically. Tip You can select AUDIO directly by pressing AUDIO. Each time you
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    DCS (Digital Cinema Sound) In collaboration with Sony Pictures Entertainment, Sony measured the sound environment of their studios and integrated output the TV sound or stereo sound of a 2 channel source from the 6 speakers of the system, select a sound field other than "AUTO FORMAT DIRECT AUTO" or
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    you to play any source using only the front left and right speakers and subwoofer. SOUND FIELD +/- Press SOUND FIELD +/- on the remote . EX B (Cinema Studio EX B) Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment "Kim Novak Theater" cinema production studio. This mode is ideal
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    five output channels from two-channel sources. This mode performs Pro Logic decoding to the input signal and output to front, centre, and surround speakers. Meanwhile, the surround channel becomes monaural. x AUTO FORMAT DIRECT PRO LOGIC II MOVIE/MUSIC Dolby Pro Logic II produces five full-bandwidth
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    Adjusting the subwoofer You can adjust the subwoofer according to the playback source. Using the Sound Effect This system provides you with 2 types of sound effect, simply by pressing a button. Choose the sound to suit your needs. MODE Set the MODE switch on the subwoofer according to the source.
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    Sound Adjustments Notes • The NIGHT MODE function is activated only when the input stream is Dolby Digital format. • When you connect the headphones to the system, the BASS LEVEL function does not work. • When playing back a Super Audio CD, only the BASS LEVEL function works and the NIGHT MODE
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    Using Various Additional Functions Changing the Angles If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on a DVD, you can change the viewing angle. For example, while playing a scene of a train in motion, you can display the view from either the front of the train, the left window of the
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    Displaying Subtitles If subtitles are recorded on a disc, you can turn the subtitles on or off while playing. If multilingual subtitles are recorded on the disc, you can change the subtitle language while playing, or turn the subtitles on or off whenever you want. You can select the language you
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    Locking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL) You can set two kinds of playback restrictions for a disc. • Custom Parental Control You can set the playback restrictions so that the system will not play inappropriate discs. • Parental Control Playback of some DVDs can be limited according
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    Using Various Additional Functions 5 Enter your 4-digit password by using the number buttons, then press ENTER. "Custom parental control is set." appears and the screen returns to the Control Menu display. If you make a mistake entering your password Press C before you press ENTER and input the
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    Limiting playback for children (Parental Control) (DVD only) Playback of some DVDs can be limited according to a predetermined level, such as the age of the viewer. The "Parental Control" function allows you to set a playback limitation level. A scene that is limited is not played, or it is replaced
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    Using Various Additional Functions 5 Press X/x to select "STANDARD," then press ENTER. The selection items for "STANDARD" are displayed. CUSTOM SETUP PARENTAL CONTROL LEVEL: STANDARD: CHANGE PASSWORD OFF USA OTHERS 6 Press X/x to select a geographic area as the playback limitation level, then
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    Playing the disc for which Parental Control is set 1 Insert the disc and press H. The PARENTAL CONTROL display appears. 2 Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER. The system starts playback. Notes • If you play a DVD which does not have the Parental Control function,
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    number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one that works with your TV. Other Operations TV Manufacturer Code number SONY 001 AIWA 001, 047 DAEWOO 002, 004, 005, 006, 007, 015 FISHER 008 GOLDSTAR 002, 003, 011, 012, 015, 034 GRUNDIG 017, 034, 055 HITACHI
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    Using the Video or Other Unit You can use VCRs or other units connected to the VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 jacks. Refer to the operation manual supplied with the unit for further information on the operation. FUNCTION Press FUNCTION repeatedly until VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 that you connected the unit to appears
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    Other Operations Enjoying the Radio Presetting Radio Stations You can preset 20 FM stations, and 10 AM stations. Before tuning, make sure to turn down the volume to minimum. FUNCTION BAND "/1 MEMORY PRESET -/+ ENTER TUNING -/+ x 1 Press BAND repeatedly until the band you want appears in the
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    FM. 3 Adjust the volume by pressing VOLUME +/-. To turn off the radio Press "/1. To listen to non-preset radio stations Use manual or automatic tuning in Step 2. For manual tuning, press TUNING + or - on the remote repeatedly. For automatic tuning, press and hold TUNING + or - on the remote. Press
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    Other Operations Naming Preset Stations You can enter a name of up to 6 characters for preset stations. These names (for example, "XYZ") appear in the system's front panel display when a station is selected. Note that no more than one name can be entered for each preset station. If you make a
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    Using the Sleep Timer You can set the system to turn off at a preset time, so you can fall asleep listening to music. You can preset the time up to 180 minutes. To change the brightness of the front panel display You can change the brightness of the front panel display by two steps. C/X/x/c/ ENTER
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    Returning to the default settings You can return the system parameters such as speaker settings and preset station to the default settings. C/X/x/c/ ENTER AMP MENU 1 Press AMP MENU repeatedly until "CUSTOMIZE" appears in the front panel display. 2 Press x/X until "
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    How to use the Setup Display 2 Press X/x to select the setup item from the displayed list: "LANGUAGE SETUP," "SCREEN SETUP," "CUSTOM SETUP," "SPEAKER SETUP," and "RESET*." Then press ENTER or c. The selected Setup item appears. Example: "SCREEN SETUP" SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND
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    Settings and Adjustments To turn off the Setup Display Press DVD SETUP repeatedly until the Setup Display is turned off. * When you select "RESET" in step 2, the following items are returned to the default settings. • Setup Menu (except for the PARENTAL CONTROL) (page 88) After you select "
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    INTERLACE x TV TYPE (DVD only) Selects the aspect ratio of the connected TV (4:3 standard or wide). The default settings vary, depending on the country model. 16:9 4:3 LETTER BOX 4:3 PAN SCAN Select this if you connect a widescreen TV or a TV with a wide mode function. Select this if you connect
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    Settings and Adjustments x COMPONENT OUT This will change the type of signal output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks on the system. See page 80 for more information about the different types. INTERLACE Select this when you connect to a standard (interlace format) TV. PROGRESSIVE Select this
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    x AUDIO DRC Narrows the DYNAMIC range of the sound track. Useful for watching movies at low volume late at night. OFF No compression of DYNAMIC range. ON Reproduces the sound track with the kind of DYNAMIC range that the recording engineer intended. Note DYNAMIC range compression only
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    you have connected and their distance from your listening position. Then use the test tone to adjust the level and the balance of the speakers to the same level. Select "SPEAKER SETUP" in the setup display. For details, see "Using the Setup Display" (page 66). The default settings are underlined
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    to the listening position from the front speaker distance, in 0.2 metre (1 ft) increments. Notes • In SPEAKER SETUP, the North American model's OSD displays both metric and imperial measurements. The other model displays metric measurements only. The manual shows both. • When you set the distance
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    . 7 Press X or x repeatedly to select "TEST TONE," then press ENTER. 8 Press X or x repeatedly to select "OFF," then press ENTER. Note When you adjust the speaker settings, the sound cuts off for a moment. Tip To adjust the balance or the level without listening to the test tone, select "BALANCE" or
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    (behind) SIDE (side) LOW (low) HIGH (high) • LEVEL T.TONE (test tone) F.______I_______ (front speaker balance) C.LEV (centre speaker level) S.L.LEV (surround left speaker level) S.R.LEV (surround right speaker level) S.W.LEV (subwoofer level) D.COMP (dynamic compression) ON (on) OFF (off) -6 dB to
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    use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repairs. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. The aspect ratio on the disc is fixed. Sound There is no sound. • The speaker cord is not connected securely. • Press MUTING on the remote if "MUTING ON"
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    . • Make sure the sound field function is on (page 47). No sound or only a very low-level sound is heard from the surround speakers. • Check the speaker connections and settings (pages 23, 71). • Make sure the sound field function is on (page 47). • Select a sound field containing the word "C. ST
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    not be able to perform some of the operations above. See the operating manual that came with the disc. Messages do not appear on the screen in LOCKED" appears in the front panel display. • Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. "C-32" appears in the front panel display. •
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    ohms S video: Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms C: 0.286 Vp-p 75 ohms COMPONENT: Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms PB/CB, PR/CR: 0.7 Vp-p 75 ohms Speakers Front/Surround Speaker system Speaker unit Rated impedance Dimensions (approx.) Mass (approx.) Bass reflex 70 mm (2 7/8 inches) dia. cone type × 2, 25 mm (1 inch) dia. balance
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    of several chapters. Dolby Digital This movie theatre sound format is more advanced than Dolby Surround Pro Logic. In this format, the surround speakers output stereo sound with an expanded frequency range, and a subwoofer channel for deep bass is independently provided. This format is also called
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    sounds more precisely. To take full advantage of Dolby Surround Pro Logic, you should have one pair of surround speakers and a centre speaker. The surround speakers output monaural sound. DTS Digital audio compression technology developed by Digital Theater Systems, Inc. This technology conforms to
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    Region Code This system is used to protect copyrights. A region number is allocated on each DVD system or DVD disc according to the sales region. Each region code is shown on the system as well as on the disc packaging. The system can play the discs that match its region code. The system can also
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    Index to Parts and Controls For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. Front Panel A Disc slot (24) B DISC 1-5 A (eject)/indicators (24) C H (play) (24) D X (pause) (26) E x (stop) (26) F ./>, PREV/NEXT (26, 28, 61, 62) G VOLUME +/- (24, 72) H BASS LEVEL (50) I PHONES jack
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    Additional Information Front Panel Display When playing back a DVD Current sound Playing status Current chapter number Current sound effect DIGITAL DOLBY PL ALL1DISC S TITLE CHAP Play mode Current title number H M S NIGHT BASS SHUF PROG REP 1 Playing time Current mode When playing
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    When playing back a JPEG file Playing status ALL1DISC S Play mode Current file number 84US
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    OUT VIDEO 2 VIDEO AUDIO IN R L VIDEO IN S VIDEO Y PB/CB PR/CR COMPONENT VIDEO OUT OPTICAL DIGITAL IN VIDEO 2 AM FM 75 COAXIAL A SPEAKER jacks (15) B SCAN SELECT switch (69) C VIDEO 1 ANALOG OUT jacks (20) D VIDEO 2 ANALOG IN jacks (20) E MONITOR OUT (VIDEO/S VIDEO) jacks (20) F AM
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    Remote Note This remote control glows in the dark. However, before glowing, the remote must be exposed to light for awhile. A DISC SKIP (26) B Z (eject) (26) C DISPLAY (40, 43, 62) D FUNCTION (24, 60, 62) E STEREO/MONO (62) F BAND (61, 62) 86US G PLAY MODE (33, 34, 35) H CLEAR (34, 35, 36, 38) I TV
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    Additional Information Language code list The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard. Code 1027 1028 1032 1039 1044 1045 1051 1052 1053 1057 1059 1060 1061 1066 1067 1070 1079 1093 1097 1103 1105 1109 1130 1142 1144 1145 1149 1150 1151 1157 1165 1166 1171 1174 1181 1183
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    /MM/DD DD/MM/YYYY YYYY/DD/MM SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE* SCREEN SAVER BACKGROUND COMPONENT OUT SPEAKER SETUP 16:9 4:3 LETTER BOX 4:3 PAN SCAN ON OFF JACKET PICTURE GRAPHICS BLUE BLACK INTERLACE PROGRESSIVE OFF TONE ON RESET YES NO * The default settings vary, depending on the country model. 88US
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    64 Slide show 32 Slow-motion 37 Sound Field 47 SPEAKER SETUP 23, 71 Speaker System Hookup 14 SUBTITLE 53, 67 Super Audio CD 81 T TEST TONE 72 TIME SEARCH 40 TITLE 38 Title 7, 81 TRACK 38 Track 7, 29, 81 TRACK SELECTION 69 Troubleshooting 75 TV and Video Component Hookups 20 TV TYPE
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    Quick reference for Remote Commander Note The remote control of the unit employs command signals in common with other Sony DVD products. Thus, depending on the button, other Sony DVD products may respond. A Selects a disc for playback. B Ejects the disc. C Switches the item displayed on the front
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