Sony HCD-HDX501W Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W)
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2-895-962-11(2) DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions DAV-HDX500/HDX501W ©2007 Sony Corporation - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 2
. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear exterior of the control unit. Record the serial number in the - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 3
owned by Neural Audio Corporation. "Neural" and "Neural Audio" and "Neural Surround" are trademarks of Neural Audio Corporation. Welcome! Thank you for purchasing Sony DVD Home Theatre System. Before operating this system, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. 3US - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 4
Manual 6 This System Can Play the Following Discs 6 Getting Started - BASIC - Step 1: Assembling the Speakers 10 Step 2: Connecting the System and TV 19 Step 3: Positioning the System from All Speakers 40 Selecting the Movie or Music Mode 41 Sound Adjustments Enjoying Surround Sound by Using - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 5
about the Discs 96 Troubleshooting 96 Self-diagnosis Function 100 (When letters/numbers appear in the display) Specifications 101 Glossary 103 Language Code List 107 Index to Parts and Controls 108 Guide to the Control Menu Display ... 111 DVD Setup Display List 114 System Menu List 115 - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 6
Manual • The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the controls on the unit if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote. • The instructions in this manual are for DAVHDX500 and DAV-HDX501W. DAVHDX500 is the model DVDs The system can play - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 7
part of CD-Extras • DVD Audios • Super Audio CD • DATA DVDs that do not contain MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files • DVD-RAMs Also, the system cannot play the following discs: • A DVD VIDEO with a different region code more information, see the operating instructions for the recording device. Note - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 8
DVDs labeled with the same region code. DVD VIDEOs labeled ALL will also play on this system. If you try to play any system plays DVDs and VIDEO CDs according to the disc contents the software producers designed, some playback features may not be available. Be sure to read the operating instructions - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 9
Getting Started - BASIC - Getting Started - BASIC - See Unpacking in Specifications, page 101. Inserting batteries into the remote You can control the system using the supplied remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 10
are the same color as the label of the jacks to be connected. Use the speaker cords as follows: • Front speaker (L): White • Front speaker (R): Red DAV-HDX500 Post (short) Bottom of the base 2 holes Speaker cord , Top of the base (large) 10US - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 11
Getting Started - BASIC - DAV-HDX501W Post (long) Bottom of the base 2 holes , Speaker cord Top of the base (small) 2 Attach the screw. Thread the speaker cord through the hole of the post cover. Speaker cord , Hole Upper part of the post Post cover , Screw (small, black) continued 11US - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 12
the orientation of the post cover when placing the post. Secure 2 screws (large, with washer) in criss-cross pattern. Rear of the speaker , DAV-HDX501W Post cover Be careful the orientation of the post cover when placing the post. Mounting plate Secure 2 screws (large, with washer) in criss - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 13
Getting Started - BASIC - When securing the mounting plate, position the mounting plate depending on the desired height of the speaker. DAV-HDX500 Low position High position DAV-HDX501W Low position High position After attaching the post to the base, you can adjust the height of the speaker. - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 14
speaker. Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate terminal on the components: 3 to 3, and # to #. DAV-HDX500 Color tube Front speaker (L): White Front speaker (R): Red Rear of the speaker DAV-HDX501W Color tube Front speaker (L): White Front speaker (R): Red Rear of the speaker 14US - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 15
base. Insert the post so that the slit on the lower part of the post aligns with the projection of the base, then secure the post with the 2 screws. DAV-HDX500 Getting Started - BASIC - Post Slit Projection Base DAV-HDX501W , Screws (small, silver) Post Slit Projection Base , Screws (small - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 16
of one side, then adjust another speaker by checking lines as a guide. Note • When adjusting the height of the speaker, grasp the speaker so that the speaker does not fall. DAV-HDX500 Lines Post , Loosen 2 screws. DAV-HDX501W In addition to the screws secured in Step 3, secure 2 more screws - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 17
the cord clamp. Cord clamp , Secure the speaker cord by running it through the slot. Bottom of the base Adjust the length of the cord. DAV-HDX501W Take up slack in the speaker cord by pulling from the bottom of the base. Secure the speaker cord by running it through the slot - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 18
Fully-assembled illustration DAV-HDX500 Front speaker (L): White label Front speaker (R): Red label Getting Started - BASIC - White Red DAV-HDX501W Front speaker (L): White label Front speaker (R): Red label White Red 18US - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 19
Started - BASIC - Step 2: Connecting the System and TV The following is the basic connection of information from 1 to 4 on the following pages. DAV-HDX500 Front speaker (R) Front speaker (L) Center speaker CENTER WOOFER SPEAKER AC power cord (mains lead) Subwoofer FM wire antenna (aerial) - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 20
DAV-HDX501W Front speaker (R) Center speaker Front speaker (L) CENTER WOOFER SPEAKER AC power wireless kit WAHT-SD1 (supplied with DAV-HDX501W only) in the DIR-TC1 slot, you can enjoy wireless performance. For details, see "Connecting Other Components" (page 34) and the operating instructions - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 21
avoid short-circuiting the speakers Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage the system. To prevent this, be sure to follow these precautions when connecting the of insulation. After connecting all the components, speakers, and AC power cord (mains lead), output a test tone to check that all - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 22
the cords to the AM antenna (aerial) terminals. Cord (A) or cord (B) can be connected to either terminal. A Insert the cord pushing down the terminal clamp. B Insert until this part. Note • Do not place the AM loop antenna (aerial) near the unit or other AV equipment, as noise may result. Tip - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 23
cable (not supplied) to connect the unit to an outdoor FM antenna (aerial) as shown below. Unit Outdoor FM antenna (aerial) 4 Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) Before connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) of this unit to a wall outlet (mains), connect the speakers to the unit. 23US - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 24
steps below to make the minimum number of basic adjustments for using the system. "/1 C/X/x/c, DISPLAY Note • Do not set the speakers in an inclined ). 3 Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the system appears on the TV screen. [Press [ENTER] to run QUICK SETUP.] appears at - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 25
X/x to select a language. The system displays the menu and subtitles in the have a wide-screen TV or a 4:3 standard TV with a wide-screen mode [16:9] (page 88) x If you have a 4:3 standard TV When the wireless kit WAHT-SD1 (supplied with DAV-HDX501W only) is installed, [STANDARD (WIRELESS)] appears - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 26
the settings, see "Using the Setup Display" (page 86). To recall the Quick Setup display 1 Press DISPLAY when the system is in stop mode. The Control Menu display appears. 2 Press X/x to select press . [SETUP], then The options for [SETUP] appear. 1 2 ( 2 7 ) 1 8 ( 3 4 ) T 0:00:02 DVD VIDEO - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 27
to off, the system saves power in standby mode. • If the system is at its factory default settings (ex. after performing "COLD RESET" (page 94)), you can turn off the demonstration simply by pressing "/1 on the remote. Otherwise, to stop the demonstration, you need to set "DEMO" to "DEMO OFF." 27US - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 28
speaker 2 Fasten the screws to the wall. For the center speaker 265 mm (10 7/16 inches) 6 to 9 mm (1/4 to 3/8 inch) For the front speakers of DAV-HDX500 6 to 9 mm (1/4 to 3/8 inch) 170 mm (6 23/32 inches) For the front speakers of DAVHDX501W 6 to 9 mm (1/4 to 3/8 inch) 100 mm (3 15/16 inches - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 29
and flat wall where reinforcement is applied. • Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall material or screws to be used. • Sony is not responsible for accident or damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall strength or improper screw installation, natural calamity, etc. 29US - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 30
IN jacks TV with VIDEO IN jack :Signal flow TV with S VIDEO IN jack * HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) The system incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMITM) technology. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 31
progressive format signals, you must use this connection and set the output channel of the system to progressive format (page 32). Green Blue Red D To connect to a TV with , refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the TV/projector, etc. 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select " - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 32
this method, you need to connect to a TV that accepts progressive signals. VIDEO FORMAT FUNCTION "PROGRE" lights up in the front panel display when the system outputs progressive signals. 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select "DVD." 32US - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 33
of the above conditions are not met. Note • When you connect the unit and the TV with the HDMI cord during the system is set to "NORMAL (INTERLACE)," the system is set to "PROGRESSIVE" automatically. Tip • When you connect the unit and the TV with the HDMI cord, VIDEO FORMAT is used - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 34
Connecting Other Components You can enjoy other components by connecting the VIDEO/AUDIO OUT jacks of them. VCR, digital satellite receiver or PlayStation 2, etc. COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT or VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT L R Y PB/CB PR/CR To SAT/CABLE (VIDEO IN/AUDIO IN) To SAT/CABLE ( - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 35
cord (not supplied). When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded sleeves to the appropriate jacks on the components. Yellow (Video) White (L/audio page 77). To listen to the portable audio source sound through the system Connect the audio output jacks of the portable audio source to the - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 36
on the components. Green Blue Red Wireless system option When you install the WAHT-SD1 (supplied with DAV-HDX501W only) in the DIR-TC1 slot, you can enjoy wireless performance by transmission of the sound to the surround speakers. For details, see the operating instructions of the WAHT-SD1. Note - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 37
• Depending on the system status, the volume level may not appear on the TV screen. • When you set the HDMI CONTROL function to on (page 90), the TV that is connected to the system with the HDMI cord can be synch-operated with the system. For details, see the HDMI CONTROL Guide (supplied separately - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 38
system and TV with the HDMI cord, you can operate them simply, using the HDMI CONTROL function. For details, see the HDMI CONTROL Guide the power in standby mode Press "/1 while the system turns on. To cancel standby mode, press on the unit or Z on the remote. Replay the previous scene* (instant - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 39
on the rear panel. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the components for further information. Press FUNCTION repeatedly until "SAT/ CABLE" or "TV" appears in the front panel display. Each time you press FUNCTION, the mode of the system changes in the following sequence. DVD t TUNER FM - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 40
is activated and no sound may be output from the TV. For details of the System Audio Control function, see the HDMI CONTROL Guide (supplied separately). • When you use both the SAT/CABLE (AUDIO IN) jacks (analog connection) and SAT/CABLE (COAXIAL or OPTICAL DIGITAL IN) jack (digital connection - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 41
. The default setting is underlined. • AUTO: selects the mode automatically to produce the sound effect depending on the disc or movies. • MUSIC: provides the sound for music. Tip • When the movie or music mode is selected, "MOVIE" or "MUSIC" is displayed in the front panel display. When neither - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 42
selecting one of the system's preprogrammed sound fields. They bring exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters into your home. SOUND FIELD+/- Outputting the sound from multiple speakers x AUTO FORMAT DIRECT MULTI This mode lets you enjoy audio playback of all types of discs from multiple - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 43
in a home theater an ideal movie theater sound environment based on the preference of the movie director. x CINEMA STUDIO EX A (Cinema Studio EX A) Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment "Cary Grant Theater" cinema production studio. This is a standard mode, great - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 44
digital output mode of the digital satellite tuner to Dolby Digital. Enjoying the surround sound by headphones x HEADPHONE THEATER This mode outputs in the front panel display. Tip • The system memorizes the last sound field selected for each function mode. Whenever you select a function such as - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 45
, DVD-R, DVD-RW, VIDEO CD only) Press /m or M/ when the system is in pause mode. To return to normal playback speed, press H. Each time you press /m Frame) (DVD VIDEO, DVD-R, DVD-RW, VIDEO CD only) When the system is in the pause mode, press to go to the next frame. Press to go to the preceding - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 46
scene using the time code. 1 Press DISPLAY. (When playing a DATA CD/DATA DVD with JPEG image files, press DISPLAY twice.) The Control Menu display appears. Press . The system starts playback from the selected number. To search for a scene using the time code (DVD VIDEO and DVD-VR mode only) 1 In - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 47
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 DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs in VR mode, VIDEO CDs, CDs, DATA CDs, and DATA DVDs, the system remembers the resume playback point for the current - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 48
playback (Multi-disc Resume) (DVD VIDEO, VIDEO CD only) This system stores the point where you stopped the disc for up to 40 discs • You can program the track on the current disc only. 1 Press DISPLAY. The Control Menu display appears. 2 Press X/x to select [PROGRAM], then press . The options for - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 49
press CLEAR or select [OFF]. To play the same program again, select [ON] in Step 3 and press . To turn off the Control Menu display Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu display is turned off. To change or cancel a program 1 Follow steps 1 to 3 of "Creating Your Own Program." 2 Select the - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 50
You can have the system "shuffle" tracks. Subsequent "shuffling" may produce a different playing order. Note • Same song may be played repeatedly during MP3 playback. • You can shuffle the tracks on the current disc only. 1 Press DISPLAY during playback. The Control Menu display appears. 2 Press - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 51
on a disc or a single title, chapter, track, or album repeatedly. You can use a combination of Shuffle or Program Play modes. 1 Press DISPLAY during playback. The Control Menu display appears. 2 Press X/x to select [REPEAT], then press . The options for [REPEAT] appear. 6 (14) T 2:50 PLAY CD - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 52
Depending on the DVD VIDEO, the choice of language varies. When four digits are displayed, they indicate a language code. Refer to "Language Code List" (page 107) to see which language the code represents. When the same language is displayed two or more times, the DVD VIDEO is recorded in multiple - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 53
Various Functions for Playing Discs Note • [2: MAIN], [2: SUB], and [2: MAIN+SUB] do not appear when one audio stream is recorded on the disc. x When playing a VIDEO CD, CD, DATA CD (MP3 audio), or DATA DVD (MP3 audio) The default setting is underlined. • [STEREO]: the standard stereo sound • - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 54
About the Disc Some DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs in VR (Video Recording) mode have two types of titles for playback: originally recorded titles ([ORIGINAL]) the type of title to be played. 1 Press DISPLAY when the system is in stop mode. The Control Menu display appears. 2 Press X/x to select [ORIGINAL/ PLAY - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 55
time of the current track Note • Characters/marks may not be displayed for some languages. • Depending on the type of disc being played, the system can only display a limited number of characters. Also, depending on the disc, not all text characters will be displayed. Checking the play information - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 56
the date information during playback when the Exif* tag is recorded in the JPEG image data. Press DISPLAY twice during playback. The Control Menu display appears. 1 ( 8 ) 1 ( 2 0 ) 01/ 31/ 2007 Date information DATA CD JPEG Changing the Angles If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 57
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. 2 Press X/x to select [A/V SYNC], then press . The options for [A/V SYNC] appear. 1 ( 1 2 ) 1 ( 2 8 ) T 0:00:02 DVD VIDEO OFF OFF ON - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 58
9660 Level 1, Level 2 or Joliet format and DATA DVDs of Universal Disk Format (UDF) for the system to recognize the tracks (or files). You can also play discs recorded in Multi Session. See the operating instructions supplied with the CD-R/CD-RW or DVD-R/DVD-RW drives and the recording software (not - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 59
DATA DVD, or if there are more than 200 albums and 300 files in each album. • The system can recognize up to 200 albums, and will not play any albums beyond the 200th. • The system may take longer time to playback, when progressing to the following album or jump to other album - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 60
Playing DATA CDs or DATA DVDs with MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image Files Selecting an MP3 audio track or album 1 Load a DATA CD or DATA DVD. The albums recorded on the DATA CD or DATA DVD appear. When an album is being played, its title is shaded. 3( 30) ROCK BEST HIT KARAOKE MY FAVOURITE SONG R&B - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 61
press x. To return to the previous image, select the top image and press X. To play the next or previous JPEG image file Press C/c when the Control Menu display is not displayed. Note that you can select the next album by continuing to press c after the last image on the current album - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 62
below. 1 Load a DATA CD or DATA DVD. 2 Press DISPLAY when the system is in stop mode. The Control Menu display appears. 3 Press X/x to select [MODE (MP3, JPEG)], then press . The options for [MODE (MP3, JPEG)] appear. 1 2 ( 2 7 ) 1 8 ( 3 4 ) T 1:32:55 AUTO AUTO AUDIO (MP3) IMAGE (JPEG - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 63
play a JPEG image file, you can select the effect to be used when viewing the slide show. 1 Press DISPLAY twice. The Control Menu display appears. 2 Press X/x to select [EFFECT], then press . The options for [EFFECT] appear. 3 ( 12) 1( 4) 1 0 / 2 3 / 2 0 0 7 MODE1 MODE1 MODE2 MODE3 MODE4 MODE5 - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 64
.2.0) (PBC Playback) With PBC (Playback Control) functions, you can enjoy simple interactive instructions supplied with the disc. In this case, press H. Tip • To play without using PBC, press ./> or the number buttons while the system is in stop mode to select a track, then press H or . The system - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 65
Step 1. To change the AM tuning interval (except for Russian and Middle Eastern models) The AM tuning interval can be set to either 10 kHz or 9 kHz. , then turn off the system by pressing "/1 on the unit. While holding down > on the unit, press "/1 on the unit to turn on the power. If you change the - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 66
The automatic tuning stops automatically when the system receives the radio station. To stop the automatic tuning manually, press TUNING + or -. To no stereo effect, but reception will improve. 1 Press SYSTEM MENU. 2 Press X/x repeatedly until "FM MODE" appears in the front panel display. 3 Press or - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 67
page 67). Viewing the station name or frequency in the front panel display When the system is set to "TUNER FM" or "TUNER AM," you can check the frequency using a full listing of the XM commercial-free channels and advertising-supported channels, visit lineup.xmradio.com (US residents) or xmradio.ca - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 68
the XM Dock to your XM Ready® home audio system, and installed the antenna, you are "O," "S," or "F." Activate your XM Satellite Radio service in the U.S. online at http:// activate.xmradio.com all the categories by changing the category mode. 1 Press CATEGORY MODE repeatedly to select "ONE CAT." • - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 69
Tuner Functions • "ONE CAT" : You can select a channel from one category. "CAT" lights up in the front panel display, when you set to "ONE CAT" mode. 2 Press CATEGORY + or - to select the category you want. The category is selected and the channel with the lowest number in the specified category is - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 70
7 Repeat 2 to 6 to preset another channel. 8 Press SYSTEM MENU. The system menu turns off. To change the preset number Restart from Step to 30. Note • The preset channel information will be updated depending on the service provided by the XM Satellite Radio Inc. that you have subscribed to. • When - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 71
that the antenna is securely connected. Try to disconnect the antenna then reconnect, or turn off the power then turn back on. UPDATING The encryption code is being updated. ,Wait until the encryption code has been updated. NO SIGNAL The signal strength is too weak. ,Adjust the antenna so that - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 72
Note • When you replace the batteries of the remote, the code number may reset itself to the default (SONY) setting. Reset the appropriate code number. Controlling TVs with the remote Press and hold TV [/1 while entering your TV's manufacturer's code (see the table) using the number buttons. Then - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 73
may not be able to control your TV or to use some of the buttons above. • The TV mode turns off when you do not operate the remote for 10 seconds. Using the THEATRE SYNC Function THEATRE SYNC allows you to turn on your Sony TV and this system, changes the system mode to "DVD," and then - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 74
models. Operating the THEATRE SYNC function Point the remote to the direction of TV and this unit, then press THEATRE SYNC once. While transmitting the code from the remote 6 Note • This function is only for Sony TVs. (This function may not work on some Sony TVs.) • If distance between TV and this - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 75
DYNAMIC BASS. Bass frequencies are effectively reinforced. To turn off the sound effect Press DYNAMIC BASS again. 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 in 1 or 10-minutes increments. Press - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 76
of the front panel display can be set to either of 2 levels. 1 Press SYSTEM MENU. 2 Press X/x repeatedly until "DIMMER" appears in the front panel display, then The front panel display and the Sony logo become dark. 4 Press . The setting is made. 5 Press SYSTEM MENU. The system menu turns off. 76US - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 77
connected component are played on the system or connected TV. For operation details, see the operating instructions of the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to operate a connected component using either the buttons on the remote or the unit. The following illustration shows an example of buttons that can be - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 78
lock function is activated, the buttons on the unit are locked and " " lights up in the front panel display. (You can operate the system by using the remote.) Note • When you operate the buttons on the unit while the child lock function is on, "CHILD LOCK" appears in the front panel display - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 79
is playing, press x to stop playback. 2 Press DISPLAY while the system is in stop mode. The Control Menu display appears. 3 Press X/x to select [PARENTAL CONTROL], then press . The options for [PARENTAL CONTROL] appear. 1 2 ( 2 7 ) 1 8 ( 3 4 ) T 1:32:55 DVD VIDEO OFF ON PLAYER PASSWORD 4 Press - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 80
to a predetermined level such as the age of the users. The [PARENTAL CONTROL] function allows you to set a playback limitation level. 1 Press DISPLAY while the system is in stop mode. The Control Menu display appears. 2 Press X/x to select [PARENTAL CONTROL], then press . The options for [PARENTAL - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 81
t], select and enter a standard code in the table of "Parental Control Area Code List" (page 107) using the system. • Depending on the disc, you may be asked to change the parental control level while playing the disc. In this case, enter your password, then change the level. If the Resume Play mode - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 82
the speakers. 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until "DVD" appears in the front panel display. 2 Press DISPLAY when the system is in stop mode. The Control Menu display appears. 3 Press X/x to select [SPEAKER FORMATION], then press . 1 ( 4 4 ) 3 ( 2 8 ) T 0:03:04 SPEAKER FORMATION SPEAKER FORMATION - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 83
all the speakers in front of the listening position. Note • When the wireless kit WAHT-SD1 (supplied with DAV-HDX501W only) is installed, [STANDARD (WIRELESS)] appears instead. For details, see the operating instructions of the WAHT-SD1. • [NO CENTER]: when installing the front and surround - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 84
When the wireless kit WAHT-SD1 (supplied with DAV-HDX501W only) is installed, [STANDARD (WIRED)] appears. For details, see the operating instructions of the the front panel display. 2 Press DISPLAY when the system is in stop mode. The Control Menu display appears. 3 Press X/x to select [SPEAKER - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 85
minute), to avoid measurement failure. During the measurement, test signals are output from the speakers. • The environment of the room in which the system is installed may affect measurements. • If an error message appears, follow the message, then select [YES]. An error message appears when: - the - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 86
Calibration function works: - do not turn off the power. - do not press any button. - do not model. Note • Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over the Setup Display settings and not all the functions described may work. 1 Press DISPLAY when the system is in stop mode. The Control - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 87
2 Select [YES] using X/x. You can also quit the process and return to the Control Menu display by selecting [NO] here. 3 Press . All the settings explained on pages system as it takes a few seconds to complete. Note • When you turn the system on after resetting and no disc is in the unit, the guide - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 88
t] in [MENU], [AUDIO], and [SUBTITLE], select and enter a language code from "Language Code List" (page 107) using the number buttons. Note • When you select , depending on the country model. [16:9] Select this when you connect a wide-screen TV or a TV with a wide mode function. [4:3 LETTER BOX] - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 89
]. x [SCREEN SAVER] The screen saver image appears when you leave the system in pause or stop mode for 15 minutes, or when you play back a CD, DATA CD ( jacks. You cannot select this and the setting is not effective when the system outputs progressive signal. [OFF] [ON] Sets the black level of the - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 90
MODE: TRACK SELECTION: MULTI-DISC RESUME: AUDIO DRC: AUDIO (HDMI): OFF OFF AUTO OFF ON OFF OFF x [HDMI CONTROL] Switches the HDMI CONTROL function on or off. This function is available when you connect the system and TV with the HDMI cord. For details on this function, see the HDMI CONTROL Guide - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 91
when you set [HDMI CONTROL] to [ON]. x [PAUSE MODE] (DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/ DVD-RW only) Selects the picture in pause mode. [AUTO] [FRAME] Dolby Digital sound, and MPEG audio tracks have the same number of channels, the system selects PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital sound, and MPEG audio tracks in this order. x - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 92
7.00 meters2) (0 to 23 ft). 1)When you perform the Quick Setup (page 24), the default settings are changed. 2)0.00 to 7.01 meters for North American models. 3)3.04 m/10 ft for North American - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 93
01 meters for North American models. 3)3.04 m/10 ft for North American models. Note • Depending on speakers at one time Turn the VOLUME control on the unit, or press VOLUME +/- on the remote. x [TEST TONE] The speakers Press DISPLAY when the system is in stop mode. The Control Menu display appears. - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 94
not output from the HDMI OUT jack. Returning to the Default Settings You can return the system parameters, such as preset stations, to the default settings. "/1 A x 1 Press "/1 to turn on the system. 2 Press x, A, and "/1 on the unit at the same time. "COLD RESET" appears in the front panel - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 95
, panel, and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine. If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. On cleaning - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 96
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. Power The power is not turned - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 97
to some DVD programs could affect picture quality. If you still experience problems even when you connect your unit directly to your TV, try remote if "MUTING ON" is displayed in the front panel display. • The system is in pause mode or in Slow-motion Play mode. Press H to return to normal play mode - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 98
• Set the Movie/Music mode to "MOVIE" or " remote are weak. The disc does not play. • There is no disc inserted. • The disc is upside down. Insert the disc with the playback side facing down. • The disc is skewed on the disc tray. • The system cannot play CD-ROMs, etc. (page 6). • The region code - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 99
. • Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. [Data error CONTROL function. • Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) of the connected component is connected securely. • Check the connected component's setting for the HDMI CONTROL function. See the operating instructions - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 100
details on the System Audio Control function, see the HDMI CONTROL Guide (supplied separately). 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 - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 101
for the US model POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: With 3 ohms loads, both channels driven, from 120 - 20,000 Hz; rated 84 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.7 % total harmonic distortion from 250 milli watts to rated output. Amplifier section Surround mode (reference - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 102
with stand Center (SS-CT72) Speaker system Speaker unit Rated impedance Dimensions (approx.) Mass Power consumption On: 180 W Standby: 0.3 W (at the Power Saving mode) Dimensions (approx.) DAV-HDX500: 430 × 86 × 415 mm (17 × 3 1/2 × 16 3/8 inches) (w/h/d) incl. projecting parts DAV-HDX501W - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 103
green/gray/blue/purple) • Video Cord (1) • Remote Commander (remote) (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • DAV-HDX501W only) • Operating Instructions • HDMI CONTROL Guide • Speaker and TV connections (card) • Voucher (1) (DAV-HDX500 only) •Standby power was developed by Sony to automatically measure and - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 104
(24 frames per second) that are shown at movie theaters. Video based DVDs, such as television dramas or sit-coms, displays images at 30 frames (or 60 fields) per second. HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) HDMI is an interface that supports both video and audio on a single digital connection - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 105
. Parental Control A function of the DVD to limit playback of the disc by the age of the users according to 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 discs that match its region code. The system - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 106
of VIDEO CDs. • Version 1.1: You can play only moving pictures and sounds. • Version 2.0: You can play high-resolution still pictures and enjoy PBC functions. This system conforms to both versions. 106US - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 107
1557 Ukrainian 1564 Urdu 1572 Uzbek 1581 Vietnamese 1587 Volapük 1613 Wolof 1632 Xhosa 1665 Yoruba 1684 Chinese 1697 Zulu 1703 Not specified Parental Control Area Code List Code Area 2044 Argentina 2047 Australia 2046 Austria 2057 Belgium 2070 Brazil 2079 Canada 2090 Chile 2092 China 2115 Denmark - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 108
Index to Parts and Controls For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. Front panel A "/1 (on/standby) (37) B A (open/close) (37) C Disc operation (37) D FUNCTION (37) E Front panel display (110) F (remote sensor) (9) G PHONES jack (37) H VOLUME control (37) I AUDIO IN/A.CAL - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 109
Rear panel CENTER WOOFER SPEAKER FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SPEAKER SUR L Screws* DIR-TC1 COAXIAL OPTICAL DIGITAL IN SAT/CABLE OUT (DVD ONLY) COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y PB/CB PR/CR AM SAT/CABLE R AUDIO IN L VIDEO IN S VIDEO (DVD ONLY) Y PB/CB PR/CR COMPONENT VIDEO OUT VIDEO MONITOR OUT R - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 110
Light up when you select "ONE CAT" during receiving the XM radio. (67) I Current repeat mode (51) J Lights up when the child lock function is set to on. (78) K Lights up when the system outputs progressive signals (DVD function only). (32) L Indicates the selected [SPEAKER FORMATION]. (82) M Lights - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 111
Guide to the Control Menu Display DISPLAY Use the Control Menu display to select a function and to view related information. Press DISPLAY repeatedly to turn on or change the Control Menu display as follows: , Control Menu display 1 m Control Menu display 2 (appears for certain discs only) m Control - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 112
DVDs. 3) Displays Super VCD as "SVCD." Displays "MP3" in the Control Menu display 1 or "JPEG" in the Control Menu display 2 for DATA CDs/DATA DVDs. 4) Displays the date for playback time. Input the time code for picture and music searching. Displays the DVD/CD text or the MP3 track name. - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 113
the delay between the picture and sound. [PARENTAL CONTROL] (page 79) Sets to prohibit playback on this system. [SETUP] (page 86) [QUICK] Setup page 63) Selects the effects to be used for changing slides during a slide show. [MODE (MP3, JPEG)] (page 62) Selects the data type; MP3 audio track (AUDIO), - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 114
. The order of the displayed items may be different from the actual display. LANGUAGE SETUP OSD* MENU* AUDIO* SUBTITLE* CUSTOM SETUP HDMI CONTROL STB SYNCHRO PAUSE MODE OFF ON OFF ON AUTO FRAME TRACK SELECTION MULTI-DISC RESUME AUDIO DRC AUDIO (HDMI) OFF AUTO ON OFF OFF STANDARD MAX OFF ON - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 115
Menu List You can set the following items with SYSTEM MENU on the remote. System menu MEMORY1) FM MODE2) NAME IN1) SLEEP DIMMER ILLUM MODE DEMO ATTENUATE3) SL SR REV4) CHILD LOCK MEMORY 1-20 (FM), MEMORY 1-10 (AM), MEMORY 1-30 (XM) STEREO MONO SLEEP OFF, SLEEP 90M-1M DIMMER OFF DIMMER - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 116
Control Menu Display 111 Controlling the TV 72 CUSTOM 86 CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL 79 CUSTOM SETUP 90 D D. C. A. C. 84, 103 DATA CD 60 DATA DVD 60 DEMO CONTROL 80 Parental Control 105 PAUSE MODE 91 PBC Playback 64 PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) 105 PICTURE NAVI 47, 61 PLAY LIST 54 Playback Control - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 117
R Radio 66 Radio Stations 65 Rear Panel 109 Region Code 8, 105 Remote 9, 72 Repeat Play 51 RESET 87 Resume Play 47 88 SYSTEM MENU 27, 38, 39, 66, 75, 76, 78 System menu list 115 T TEST TONE 93 THEATRE SYNC 73 TIME/TEXT 46 TITLE 46 Title 105 TRACK 46 Track 105 TRACK SELECTION 91 Troubleshooting 96 TV - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 118
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Remote control ALPHABETICAL ORDER A - O ANGLE 5 (56) AUDIO** ed (52) CATEGORY +/- wg (68) CATEGORY MODE 5 (68) CLEAR ef ( qh (47, 73) PRESET +/- 8 qd (66) SLEEP eh (75) SOUND FIELD +/-** 0 (42) SUBTITLE wf (57) SYSTEM MENU 7 (27, 39, 76, 115) THEATRE SYNC wa (74) TOOLS 7 (72) TUNING +/- wh e; (65) TV - Sony HCD-HDX501W | Operating Instructions (DAV-HDX500/HDX501W) - Page 120
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DVD Home Theatre
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