Sony HT-V600DP HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV)
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4-251-501-11(2) DVD/VCR Receiver Home Theater System Operating Instructions HT-V600DP ©2003 Sony Corporation - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 2
servicing to qualified personal only. This label is located on the rear panel of your receiver. CAUTION: This DVD/VCR Receiver employs a Laser System. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner's manual expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose the authority - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 3
WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS OWNER'S MANUAL. AND parts that can be repaired by the user. DO NOT REMOVE THE CABINET COVER, OR YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY. 1. Read these instructions. - All these safety and operating instructions - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 4
Station Automatically 39 Labeling Stations 39 Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote . . . 40 Reference Troubleshooting 41-43 Language Code List 44 Area Code List 45 Specifications 46-47 About the symbols for instructions Indicates hazards likely to cause harm to the unit itself or other - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 5
instructions supplied with the DVDs and Video CDs. Some DVDs made for business purposes may not be able to be played on the unit. Regional code of the DVD/VCR Receiver and DVDs This DVD/VCR Receiver control) functions allow you to interact with the system via menus, search functions, or other typical - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 6
obtain a clear picture The DVD/VCR Receiver is a high-tech, precision device. If the optical pick-up lens and disc drive parts are dirty or worn, explained in this owner's manual is not available at that moment or with that specific DVD. About the disc symbols for instructions A section whose - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 7
or down through memorized channels or radio frequencies (stations). Remote Sensor Point the DVD/VCR Receiver remote control here. A DVD Opens or closes the disc tray. DVD/VIDEO Toggles control between the DVD deck and the VIDEO deck. lm DVD: Go to beginning of current chapter/track or to previous - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 8
CH STEREO PCM D PL TITLE CHAP TRK SAP AM VIDEO TIMER ANGLE HI-FI REC OPT SP EP REC DVD/VCR Receiver is Recording. TIMER DVD/VCR Receiver is in timer recording or a timer recording is programmed. VIDEO DVD/VCR Receiver is recording. SAP Indicates when a SAP BILINGUAL broadcast is being - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 9
and VIDEO setup menu. Note This remote control uses the same buttons for VIDEO and DVD functions (ex. PLAY). To use the VIDEO, first press the VIDEO button. To use the DVD, first press the DVD button. TV @ / 1 Switches TV ON and OFF. @ / 1 Switches DVD/VCR Receiver ON and OFF. TV Control Buttons - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 10
Connect the audio/video output of an external source (Audio system, TV/Monitor, Another VCR). ANTENNA OUT (DVD/VIDEO OUT) Connect to a TV with RF coaxial inputs. dust intrusion. AA AA Remote control battery installation Detach the battery cover on the rear of the remote control, and insert two R6 - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 11
is required in your cable system, follow the instruction below: The cable hookup permits both TV and DVD/VCR Receiver operation. To view or record a CATV channel 1 Tune the TV to the DVD/VCR Receiver output channel (CH 3 or 4). 2 Set the DVD/VCR Receiver channel selector to the output channel - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 12
-ohm Coaxial Cable supplied (R). Note If you use this connection, tune the TV to the DVD/VCR Receiver's RF output channel (CH 3 or 4). How to set the DVD/VCR Receiver's RF output channel When the DVD/VCR Receiver is turned off, press and hold CH/PRESET(+/-) on the front panel for about five seconds - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 13
PREPARATION Connections (Continued) Speaker System Connections Connect the speakers using the supplied speaker cords by matching the colors of the terminals and those of the cords. To obtain the best - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 14
your digital device (Game device, Digital Set Top Box, etc.), using optional optical audio cable. To select source of DVD/VCR Receiver to OPTICAL IN, press INPUT SELECT repeatedly on the remote control until "L1 OPT" appears in the display window. Notes If the audio format of the digital output does - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 15
TUNER FM/AM INPUT SELECT Follow these guidelines to select and switch among the various DVD/VCR Receiver input and output sources: • DVD To view output from the DVD deck: Press DVD on the remote or DVD/VIDEO on the front panel until the DVD indicator on the front panel lights and output from the - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 16
systems, remote during playback. Although the DVD contents differ from disc to disc, the following explains the basic operation when this feature is used. Each time you press AUDIO button, the sound mode of DVD is changed as the following order; → → → For your reference • The DVD/VCR Receiver - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 17
) Shows the type of audio signal received by the VIDEO tuner. ❻ DATE a tape recorded with Extended Data Service (XDS) signals, press ENTER twice 4 SP WABC STEREO PROGRAM DETAILS "Home video" "Home video" JUL 5 , SAT 2: Selection Your VIDEO allows remote control adjustment of several features - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 18
: Connect the DVD/VCR Receiver to the desired type of antenna or cable TV system, as shown in Connecting Antenna/Cable TV to DVD/VCR Receiver on page 11 7 Use CH/PRESET(+/-) on the front panel or remote control to cycle the DVD/VCR Receiver through the channels in memory. Note Channel Selection will - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 19
manually. The Auto Clock feature enables the DVD/VCR Receiver to set up the clock while the DVD/VCR Receiver is turned off. Things to know before starting The clock uses the 12-hour system ON setting, the DVD/VCR Receiver looks for a channel carrying XDS (Extended Data Services) information. XDS - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 20
Explanation This manual gives basic instructions for operating the DVD/VCR Receiver. Some DVDs require specific operation or allow only limited operation during playback. When this occurs, the symbol appears on the TV screen, indicating that the operation is not permitted by the DVD/VCR Receiver or - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 21
Disc Subtitle Disc Menu Rating Area Code TV Aspect Menu Language English Spanish French Picture TV Aspect DVD 4:3 Letterbox: Select when a Progressive Scan to On in error, you must reset the unit. Pointing the remote at the DVD/VCR Receiver, press the x (STOP) key to stop any disc that is playing - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 22
Speaker setup 5.1 Speaker settings DVD Select speaker settings, including volume balance and distance, or test the speaker settings. Speaker settings are only active on the Analog MultiChannel Output. (See "Speaker Setup", page 37.) Disc Audio Disc Subtitle Disc Menu Rating Area Code TV Aspect Menu - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 23
the disc. 5 Press ENTER to confirm your rating selection, then press SETUP/MENU to exit the menu. Area Code DVD Enter the code of an area whose standards were used to rate the DVD video disc, referring to the list (See "Area Code List", page 45.). Disc Audio Disc Subtitle Disc Menu Rating Area - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 24
and the DVD/VCR Receiver will power-up automatically. You have to set the DVD/VCR Receiver to the VIDEO function mode manually. Make sure using V/v on the remote control. If the DVD/VCR Receiver is left in the STILL mode for more than 5 minutes, the DVD/VCR Receiver will automatically enter the - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 25
record one TV program while watching another 1 Use TV/VIDEO button on the remote to select the TV mode during recording. "TV MODE" appears in the (L1) or LINE2(L2)). Cable Users: If you have Cable TV and used Cable Box in Connecting Antenna/Cable TV to DVD/VCR Receiver (page 11), using a cable box - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 26
fails or the DVD/VCR Receiver is unplugged from the AC outlet, the correct clock time and timer settings are kept in memory for approximately 3 seconds. After 3 seconds, the clock and program timer must be reset when power is restored. Reset the clock according to instructions. After setting up - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 27
video cassette with the safety tab intact. 3 Press H (PLAY) on the DVD deck. The DVD will go into play mode If the DVD disc menu appears, you may need to press the H (PLAY) manually to begin copying. 4 Press z REC/ITR. The DVD/VCR Receiver will go into Record mode. 5 Stop the Copy Process. When the - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 28
recorded tapes, we recommend the connection of this unit to a home stereo audio system. 1 Insert a prerecorded video cassette with Hi-Fi stereo audio Press H (PLAY). Adjust volume at your stereo system. MTS (Multi-Channel TV Sound) This DVD/VCR Receiver will decode MTS stereo and bilingual (SAP) off - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 29
Additional Information In manual recording, Timer recording, Instant Timer Recording, playback, or fast forward modes, the DVD/VCR Receiver automatically starts rewinding set to the DVD/VCR Receiver for either recording or playback. Auto Play System This DVD/VCR Receiver features automatic playback - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 30
that have a Region Code different from your DVD/VCR Receiver. The Region Code for this DVD/VCR Receiver is 1 (one). Do not keep a fixed image displayed on the screen for a long time. General Features Note Unless stated otherwise, all operations described use the remote control. Some features may - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 31
DVD VCD2.0 VCD1.1 1 Press X (PAUSE) during playback. The DVD/VCR Receiver will now go into PAUSE mode. 2 Press SLOW t or T during pause mode. The DVD/VCR Receiver more speakers normally required to listen to multichannel audio from a home theater system. 1 Press SOUND FIELD to select "3D SUR" during - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 32
subtitle languages. Note If appears, the feature at that moment or with that specific DVD. Screen Saver The screen saver picture appears when you leave the DVD/VCR Receiver in Stop mode for about 5 minutes. Title Menu DVD 1 Press DVD TOP MENU. If the current title has a menu, the menu will appear - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 33
audio layer-3 file-coding scheme. We call files that have the ".mp3" file extension "MP3 files". The DVD/VCR Receiver can not read you use "Easy-CD Creator", which creates an ISO9660 file system. A single session disc requires MP3 files in the first track owner. 5 press x (STOP) to stop playback. 33 - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 34
Search CD MP3 1 Press m or M for about two seconds during playback. The DVD/VCR Receiver will now go into SEARCH mode. 2 Press m or M repeatedly to select the more speakers normally required to listen to multichannel audio from a home theater system. 1 Press SOUND FIELD to select "3D SUR" during - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 35
list and want to return to the Folder list, use the V/v buttons on the remote to highlight " " and press ENTER to return to the previous menu screen. 4 Use and number of the JPEG files, it could take a long time for the DVD/VCR Receiver to read the disc's contents. If you don't see an on-screen - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 36
VCD1.1 MP3 Programmed Playback with Audio CD and MP3 Disc The Program function enables you to store your favorite tracks from any disc in the DVD/VCR Receiver memory. Program can contain 30 tracks. 1 Press PROGRAM during playback or in the stop mode to enter the Program Edit mode. The mark will - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 37
DVD function mode. Adjust the following settings for the built-in 5.1 channel surround decoder. Disc Audio Disc Subtitle Disc Menu Rating Area Code connected speakers to your DVD/VCR Receiver, setting the Distance lets volume of test signals memorized in the system. Front Left (L) → Center → Front - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 38
control. The station is stored. Listening to the Radio Preset radio stations in the DVD/VCR Receiver memory first (see "Presetting Radio Stations" on the left). 1 Press TUNER FM/AM on the remote control or on the front panel until the frequency band appears on the display and TV screen. The last - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 39
station. To turn off the radio Press @ / 1 to turn the DVD/VCR Receiver off or select another function mode (DVD, VIDEO, etc). To improve reception Realign the antenna. Tuning into a Station Automatically 1 Press TUNER FM/AM on the remote control or on the front panel until the frequency band - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 40
be erased. When you replace the batteries of the remote, the code number may be reset 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 and - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 41
REFERENCE Troubleshooting Check the following guide for the possible cause of a problem before contacting service. Symptom No power. Cause The power cord is disconnected. The power is on, but the DVD/VCR Receiver does not work. No picture. No disc is inserted. No tape is inserted. The TV is - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 42
Troubleshooting (Continued) Symptom Some channels are skipped over when using CH/ is not in stereo format. DVD/VCR Receiver A/V Out jacks are not connected to TV A/V In jacks. DVD/VCR Receiver Audio/Video Out is not selected for viewing at the TV. DVD/VCR Receiver BROADCAST TYPE mode is set to - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 43
antennas and connect an external antenna if necessary. Tune in the station manually. Preset the stations (see page 38). Select L1 OPT by pressing INPUT SELECT. Point the remote control at the remote sensor of the DVD/VCR Receiver. Remove the obstacle. Replace the batteries with new ones. When using - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 44
8277 Rhaeto-Romance 8279 Romanian 8285 Russian 8377 Samoan 8365 Sanskrit 7168 Scots Gaelic 8382 Serbian 8372 Serbo-Croatian 8378 Shona 8368 Sindhi Code Language 8373 Singhalese 8375 Slovak 8376 Slovenian 8379 Somali 6983 Spanish 8385 Sudanese 8387 Swahili 8386 Swedish 8476 Tagalog 8471 Tajik 8465 - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 45
Republic DZ Algeria EC Ecuador EE Estonia EG Egypt EH Western Sahara Code Area ER Eritrea ES Spain ET Ethiopia FI Finland FJ Fiji FK GY Guyana HK Hong Kong HM Heard and McDonald Islands HN Honduras HR Croatia HT Haiti HU Hungary ID Indonesia IE Ireland IL Israel IN India IO British Indian - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 46
Specifications General Power requirements Power consumption Dimensions (approx.) Mass (approx.) Operating temperature Operating humidity Signal system DVD Section Laser system Frequency response Signal-to-noise ratio Harmonic distortion Dynamic range Inputs ANTENNA IN VIDEO IN AUDIO IN FM - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 47
cable 1 Speakers 6 Speaker color label 1 AM loop antenna 1 Remote control 1 Ferrite core 1 Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Manufactured under license from Dolby DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. 47 - Sony HT-V600DP | HTV600DP Operating Instructions (main amp/tuner for HTV) - Page 48
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HT-V600DP
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Operating Instructions