Sony DAV-HDX285 Operating Instructions - Page 3

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GB

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply

with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to

Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to

provide reasonable protection against harmful

interference in a residential installation. This

equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio

frequency energy and, if not installed and used in

accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful

interference to radio communications. However, there

is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a

particular installation. If this equipment does cause

harmful interference to radio or television reception,

which can be determined by turning the equipment off

and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the following measures:

–

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (aerial).

–

Increase the separation between the equipment and

receiver.

–

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.

Important Safety Instructions

1)

Read these instructions.

2)

Keep these instructions.

3)

Heed all warnings.

4)

Follow all instructions.

5)

Do not use this apparatus near water.

6)

Clean only with dry cloth.

7)

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8)

Do not install near any heat sources such as

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus

(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9)

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or

grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two

blades with one wider than the other. A grounding

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.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the

manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or

table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with

the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution

when moving the cart/apparatus combination to

avoid injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or

when unused for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Servicing is required when the apparatus has been

damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or

plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects

have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has

been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate

normally, or has been dropped.

ENERGY STAR

®

is a U.S.

registered mark.

As an ENERGY STAR

®

partner,

Sony Corporation has determined

that this product meets the ENERGY

STAR

®

guidelines for energy

efficiency.

Section	Page
WARNING	2
About These Operating Instructions	4
About the S-AIR function	5
Playable Discs	7
Example of discs that the system cannot play	8
Note about CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW	8
About Multi Session CD	8
Region code	9
Note about playback operations of a DVD or VIDEO CD	9
Getting Started	10
Unpacking	10
Step 1: Installing the System	14
Positioning the system	14
Assembling the speakers	16
Installing the speakers on a wall	22
Step 2: Connecting the System	25
Connecting the speakers	25
Connecting the TV (Video connection)	26
Connecting the TV (Audio connection)	28
Connecting the other components	29
Connecting the antenna (aerial)	31
Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)	32
About the demonstration	32
Step 3: Performing the Quick Setup	33
Setting the type of video output to match your TV	35
Step 4: Selecting the Source	36
Step 5: Enjoying Surround Sound	37
Enjoying TV sound with the 5.1 channel surround sound effect	37
Selecting surround sound effects based on your listening preference	37
Disc	40
Playing a Disc	40
Displaying multi-angles and subtitles	42
Changing the sound	42
Checking the audio signal format	43
Selecting a playback area for a Super Audio CD	44
Changing a playback layer for a hybrid Super Audio CD	44
Playing a VIDEO CD with PBC functions (Ver. 2.0)	44
Resuming playback from the point where you stopped the disc	45
Using Play Mode	46
Creating your own program	46
Playing in random order	47
Playing repeatedly	47
Searching/Selecting Disc Contents	48
Using the DVD’s menu	48
Selecting an original title or edited title on a DVD-VR	49
Searching for a title/chapter/ track/scene, etc.	49
Playing MP3 Files/JPEG Image Files	50
Selecting an MP3 file or folder	50
Selecting a JPEG image file or folder	51
Playing a slide show with sound	52
Selecting the slide show duration of JPEG image files	53
Selecting an effect for JPEG image files in the slide show	53
Selecting playback priority of the file type	53
Displaying a list of MP3 files/ JPEG image files	54
Enjoying Video Files	54
About video files	54
Selecting a folder	55
Selecting a video file	55
Displaying a list of video files	56
Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture and Sound	56
Restricting Playback of the Disc	57
Changing the password	58
Changing the System Settings by Using the Setup Display	59
Setting the display or sound track language	59
Settings for the display	60
Settings for HDMI	62
Settings for the audio	63
Other Settings	64
Settings for the speakers	64
Tuner	67
Presetting Radio Stations	67
Listening to the Radio	68
Naming preset stations	68
Viewing the station name or frequency in the front panel display	69
Control for HDMI/External Audio Device	70
Using the Control for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” Sync	70
Preparing the Control for HDMI function	70
Using the Theater/Theatre Mode	71
Watching a DVD by a single button press	71
Turning the system off in sync with the TV	71
Enjoying TV sound from the speakers by this system	71
Setting the Maximum Volume Level of the System	72
Changing the language for the on-screen display of the TV	72
Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter	73
Playing the connected component on the system	73
Using an S-AIR Product	74
Inserting the wireless transmitter/transceiver	74
Establishing sound transmission between the unit and S-AIR sub unit (ID setting)	75
Enjoying the system’s sound in another room	76
Enjoying the S-AIR receiver while the unit is in standby mode	77
Identifying the unit with a specific S-AIR sub unit (Pairing operation)	77
If sound transmission is unstable	78
Other Operations	80
Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Room	80
Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically	81
Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote	82
Using the Sound Effect	83
Reinforcing bass frequencies	83
Enjoying the sound at low volume	83
Enhancing compressed sound	83
Selecting the Effect to Suit the Source	84
Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound	84
Changing the Input Level of the Sound from Connected Components	85
Using the Sleep Timer	85
Changing the Brightness of the Front Panel Display	86
Viewing Information About the Disc	86
Viewing the playing time and remaining time in the front panel display	86
Viewing the playing time and remaining time on the TV screen	87
Checking the play information of the disc	87
Checking the date information of a JPEG image file	88
Returning to the Default Settings	89
Returning the system parameters, such as preset stations, to the default settings	89
Returning the [SETUP] settings to the default	89
Additional Information	90
Precautions	90
Notes about the Discs	91
Troubleshooting	92
Self-diagnosis Function	99
Specifications	100
Glossary	102
Playback priority of file types	105
Language Code List	106
Parental Control Area Code List	106
Index to Parts and Control	107
Front panel	107
Rear panel	108
Front panel display	109
Remote control	110
Guide to the Control Menu Display	111
Control Menu display	111

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