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Other Operations 8 Confirm the conclusions of [Auto Calibration]. The conclusions appear on the TV screen. Press C/c to change the page. The first page shows the distance of speakers. The second page shows the level of speakers. Note • If measurement fails, follow the message then retry [Auto Calibration]. Tip • You can change a measurement unit (feet or meters) by pressing the color button (RED). 9 Press X/x to select [OK] or [Cancel], then press . x The measurement is OK. Disconnect the calibration mic, then select [OK]. The result is implemented. x The measurement is not OK. Follow the message, then select [OK] to retry. Note • While the Auto Calibration function works: - do not turn off the power. - do not press any button. - do not change the volume. - do not change the function. - do not change the disc. - do not insert or eject a disc. - do not connect the headphones to the surround amplifier. - do not disconnect the calibration mic. Setting the Speakers [Speaker Settings] To obtain the best possible surround sound, set connection of the speakers and their distance from your listening position. Then use the test tone to adjust the level and the balance of the speakers to the same level. 1 Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. 2 Press C/c to select [Setup]. 3 Press X/x to select [Audio Settings], then press . 4 Press X/x to select [Speaker Settings], then press . The [Speaker Settings] display appears. 5 Press X/x to select the item, press . Setup the following settings. x [Connection] If you do not connect center or surround speakers, set the parameters for [Center] and [Surround]. Since the front speaker and subwoofer settings are fixed, you cannot change them. When you use the Wireless Surround Speaker Kit (WAHT-SBP1, optional) for the surround back speakers (page 17), set [Surround Back] also. [Front] [Yes] [Center] [Yes]: Normally select this. [None]: Select this if no center speaker is used. [Surround] [Yes]: Normally select this. [None]: Select this if no surround speaker is used. [Surround Back] [Yes]: Select this if surround back speakers are used. [None]: Select this if no surround back speaker is used. 67US

Section	Page
WARNING	2
About These Operating Instructions	4
About the S-AIR function	5
Unpacking	7
Using the remote	10
Attaching the foot pads to the subwoofer	10
Index to Parts and Control	11
Remote control	11
Front panel	13
Front panel display	14
Rear panel	15
Getting Started	16
Step 1: Installing the System	16
Positioning the speakers	16
Installing the speakers on a wall	18
Step 2: Connecting the System	20
Connecting the speakers	20
Connecting the TV (Video connection)	21
Connecting the TV (Audio connection)	22
Connecting the other components	23
Connecting the antenna (aerial)	25
Inserting the external memory	26
Connecting to the network	27
Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)	28
Step 3: Performing the Easy Setup	29
Step 4: Selecting the Source	32
Step 5: Enjoying Surround Sound	33
Selecting surround sound effects based on your listening preference	33
Playback	36
Playing a BD/DVD	36
Changing the angles	38
Displaying the subtitles	38
Resuming playback from the point where you stopped the disc	39
Using the BD’s or DVD’s menu	39
Searching for a scene quickly	40
Searching for a Title/Chapter	40
Displaying the playing time and play information	41
Adjusting pictures for videos	42
Adjusting the delay between the picture and sound	42
Enjoying BonusView/BD- Live	43
Playing a CD	44
Playing Photo Files	45
Sound Adjustment	47
Selecting the Effect to Suit the Source	47
Selecting the Audio Format, Multilingual Tracks, or Channel	48
Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound	49
Using the Sound Effect	49
Reinforcing bass frequencies	49
Enjoying sound at low volume	50
Changing the tonal balance	50
Tuner	51
Listening to the Radio	51
Presetting radio stations	52
Selecting the preset station	52
Selecting a radio station by inputting a frequency directly	52
If an FM program is noisy	53
Operating the tuner function using the system menu	53
External Audio Device	55
Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter	55
Playing the connected component on the system	55
Using an S-AIR Product	56
Inserting the wireless transmitter/transceiver	56
Establishing sound transmission between the unit and S-AIR sub unit (ID setting)	57
Enjoying the system’s sound in another room	58
Enjoying the S-AIR receiver while the unit is in standby mode	59
Identifying the unit with a specific S-AIR sub unit (Pairing operation)	60
Checking the S-AIR status of the unit	61
If sound transmission is unstable	61
Other Operations	63
Using the Control for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” Sync	63
Preparing for the Control for HDMI function	63
Using the Theater Mode	64
Watching BD/DVD by a single button press	64
Turning the system off in sync with the TV	64
Enjoying TV sound from the speakers in this system	65
Setting the Maximum Volume Level of the System	65
Changing the language for the on-screen display of the TV	65
Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically	66
Setting the Speakers	67
Controlling Your TV with the Supplied Remote	69
Preparing the remote for controlling the TV	69
Controlling the TV with the remote	70
Using the Sleep Timer	71
Changing the Brightness of the Front Panel Display	71
Deactivating the Buttons on the Unit	72
About the demonstration	72
Saving Power in Standby Mode	73
Settings and Adjustments	74
Using the Setup Display	74
[Network Update]	75
Updating the system’s software using the network	75
Updating the system’s software using an update disc	76
[Video Settings]	76
[Audio Settings]	78
[BD/DVD Viewing Settings]	80
[Photo Settings]	82
[HDMI Settings]	82
[System Settings]	83
[Network Settings]	84
[Easy Setup]	85
[Resetting]	86
Resetting the system settings other than the settings related to password	86
Resetting all the system settings to the default	86
Additional Information	87
Precautions	87
Notes about the Discs	88
Troubleshooting	89
Self-diagnosis Function	95
Playable Discs	96
Supported Audio Formats	98
Video Output Resolution	99
Specifications	100
Language Code List	102
Parental Control/Area Code List	102
Terms and Conditions of Use and End User License Agreement	103
Software License Information	105
Glossary	114

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Other Operations

Confirm the conclusions of [Auto

Calibration].

The conclusions appear on the TV screen.

Press

to change the page. The first page

shows the distance of speakers. The second

page shows the level of speakers.

Note

• If measurement fails, follow the message then

retry [Auto Calibration].

Tip

• You can change a measurement unit (feet or

meters) by pressing the color button (RED).

Press

to select [OK] or [Cancel],

then press

The measurement is OK.

Disconnect the calibration mic, then select

[OK]. The result is implemented.

The measurement is not OK.

Follow the message, then select [OK] to

retry.

Note

• While the Auto Calibration function works:

–

do not turn off the power.

–

do not press any button.

–

do not change the volume.

–

do not change the function.

–

do not change the disc.

–

do not insert or eject a disc.

–

do not connect the headphones to the surround

amplifier.

–

do not disconnect the calibration mic.

Setting the Speakers

[Speaker Settings]

To obtain the best possible surround sound, set

connection of the speakers and their distance

from your listening position. Then use the test

tone to adjust the level and the balance of the

speakers to the same level.

Press HOME.

The home menu appears on the TV screen.

Press

to select

[Setup].

Press

to select [Audio Settings],

then press

Press

to select [Speaker Settings],

then press

The [Speaker Settings] display appears.

Press

to select the item, press

Setup the following settings.

[Connection]

If you do not connect center or surround

speakers, set the parameters for [Center] and

[Surround]. Since the front speaker and

subwoofer settings are fixed, you cannot change

them.

When you use the Wireless Surround Speaker

Kit (WAHT-SBP1, optional) for the surround

back speakers (page 17), set [Surround Back]

also.

[Front]

[Yes]

[Center]

[Yes]

: Normally select this.

[None]: Select this if no center speaker is used.

[Surround]

[Yes]

: Normally select this.

[None]: Select this if no surround speaker is

used.

[Surround Back]

[Yes]: Select this if surround back speakers are

used.

[None]

: Select this if no surround back speaker

is used.