Sony CDP-CE275 The Sony Guide to Home Theater
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- Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 1
The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 2
Page 10 Digital Satellite Receivers Page 11 About High Definition Page 12 High Definition TV Receivers Page 13 Personal Video Recorders Page 14 Network Media Receiver Page 15 VHS Hi-Fi VCRs Page 16 Home Theater Sight A New World of Choices Page 17 Choosing an Aspect Ratio Page 17 Choosing - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 3
home theater, now is the time to jump in. And if your home theater is a few years old, now is the time to upgrade. The Sony Guide to Home Theater 3 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 4
recorders are acclaimed by studio professionals. The Sony Dynamic Digital Sound® (SDDS®) system is a fixture in movie theaters from coast to coast. And you can find Sony products in the broadcast, cable and satellite TV studios where programming is created, edited and distributed. The Sony Guide - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 5
A breakthrough in professional audio, the Sony OXF-R3 Oxford digital mixing console. In all the world, no other company has this intensity of home theater focus-or this breadth of home theater expertise. Only Sony. The Sony Guide to Home Theater 5 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 6
reproduce the full impact of surround sound, home theaters use at least a 5.1-channel speaker system connected to an A/V receiver that incorporates a Dolby Digital decoder. The Sony Guide to Home Theater 6 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 7
. You'll enjoy over ten thousand titles including movies, concert videos, children's programs and more. Of course, compared to videotape upgradeable" television. If you own or you're thinking of buying one of these televisions, then a progressive scanning DVD player is Sony Guide to Home Theater 7 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 8
're highly desirable for all other players. They do the best job of preserving the picture quality. Component video outputs (Y/PB/PR) are the best way to convey the full quality of the signal from the DVD the digital bit stream to your A/V receiver for decoding. The Sony Guide to Home Theater 8 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 9
line progressive scanning is abbreviated "480p," and it delivers twice the vertical resolution of conventional video! Connect a DVD player with progressive scan output to a "high scanning," "High Definition . It's less like television, more like movies in a theater! The Sony Guide to Home Theater 9 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 10
performance space. Over 600 Super Audio CD titles range from landmark jazz and classical recordings of the analog era to the latest in rock and pop. The Super Audio CD find the capability in many DVD-Video players and selected home theater packaged systems. The Sony Guide to Home Theater 10 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 11
receiver works seamlessly with your videocassette recorder or personal video recorder. The infrared "blaster" supplied with many satellite receivers can automatically switch your recorder on, put it into the record mode and turn it off when the recording is done! The Sony Guide to Home Theater 11 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 12
future. It's here today. The DIRECTV satellite service carries three HDTV feeds (HBO, Showtime and HDNet) to a national audience. Some cable TV services are beginning to offer High Definition feeds. And not required to use their DTV spectrum for High Definition. The Sony Guide to Home Theater 12 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 13
a built-in HD receiver. But most customers are currently buying "high scanning," "High Definition monitor" or "High Definition free, over-the-air HDTV also function for the subscription DIRECTV service. So you can get complete HDTV reception from a single set- . The Sony Guide to Home Theater 13 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 14
separate components of the video signal can be Y/Pb/Pr or R/G/B. The D-sub 15-pin interface supports component video R/G/B signals. ƒ for: ƒ TiVo™ service. This subscription service brings you electronic program guides. The recorder can also "learn" your preferences and record shows similar to the - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 15
music, digital still pictures, video and live television from compatible VAIO PCs with VAIO Media™ software installed. Using the RoomLink receiver remote control, you can browse menus on your television screen, giving you access to the entertainment on your PC! The Sony Guide to Home Theater 15 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 16
a Sony PCWA-DE50 for 802.11a wireless LAN connection to a compatible wireless LAN access point. VHS Hi-Fi VCRs Even in the age of DVDs and personal video recorders, the old VCR still has a role to play. Some movies are not yet released on DVD and some rental stores still have more VHS cassettes than - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 17
in a more horizontal, widescreen format. DVD titles and High Definition TV broadcasting also support widescreen programming. That's why many modern televisions offer a widescreen design with a 16:9 the widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio (all other things being equal). The Sony Guide to Home Theater 17 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 18
ratio and "480i" scanning Viewing Recommended Sony Distance TV Screen Size 6' 24" diagonal aspect ratio and 1080i or 480p scanning Viewing Recommended Sony Distance TV Screen Size 7' 32" diagonal 7' 1080i or 480p scanning Viewing Recommended Sony TV Screen Size Distance 5' 32" - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 19
If you're a little uncertain, the sheer selection can be daunting. Here's a quick guide to what's what, and how to choose. ƒ Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) direct view. hard to see why. The age of the flat CRT, ushered in by Sony's own FD Trinitron® picture tube, means that today's best CRTs are more - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 20
panel of viscous liquid sandwiched in plastic. The liquid is driven by a network of transistors that control individual pixels. When a transistor delivers an electrical charge, the crystals 'untwist' to an exact larger sizes are soon to appear in the marketplace. The Sony Guide to Home Theater 20 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 21
the screen brightness comes from the plasma itself, these panels have a wide viewing angle. Plasma models have wide 16:9 aspect ratio screens and a high enough pixel count to achieve HDTV-level resolution the pressure inside the panel and the pressure outside. The Sony Guide to Home Theater 21 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 22
to ensure CRTs remain in alignment and provide a clear, sharp picture. To make convergence easy, Sony's Flash Focus™ system performs this alignment in seconds. CRT rear projection can be affected by image , so as not to interfere with the CRT electron guns. The Sony Guide to Home Theater 22 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 23
rear projection can deliver slightly better color than typical DLP™ models because the three LCD panels can be individually adjusted. LCD compact size and light weight. Easy bulb replacement by the user brings the television back to like-new brightness levels. The The Sony Guide to Home Theater 23 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 24
shielding from your loudspeakers. There are no altitude limits. And the brightness comes from a light bulb that is replaceable. LIMITATIONS. Ambient light needs to be controlled to get the brightest picture, especially when projecting at the biggest screen sizes. The Sony Guide to Home Theater 24 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 25
Definition sources. ƒ CineMotion™ 3-2 reverse conversion is a technology employed in Sony high scanning televisions. It overcomes the problems that can sometimes occur when movie film, which is shot at 24 Vertical edges that should be smooth take on a disturbing, The Sony Guide to Home Theater 25 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 26
five video frames! To make matters worse, the problem is not limited to those times when you're watching movies. Most prime-time dramas, music videos winning the praise of magazine reviewers, the admiration of professionals and the unwavering loyalty of customers. Sony's FD Trinitron picture tube - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 27
and a television that takes full advantage of High Definition source material. ƒ Component video inputs enable high-quality analog connection from a DVD player or satellite receiver. The separate components color purity under the widest range of picture conditions. The Sony Guide to Home Theater 27 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 28
video were limited to just one channel of audio. But the launch of high fidelity stereo VCRs and stereo TV broadcasting in the early 1980s changed all that. Suddenly, you could rent a VHS Hi-Fi and a separate signals for Surround-Left and Surround-Right. The Sony Guide to Home Theater 28 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 29
. ƒ Scalability. While the Dolby Digital system is often called a 5.1-channel system, it can also support fewer channels, all the way down to mono, for movies and TV shows produced before the 1970s. signals encoded into literally thousands of movies and a large The Sony Guide to Home Theater 29 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 30
TV broadcasts. If you watch television or enjoy VHS HiFi movies, you'll use Dolby Pro Logic for DVD movie sound tracks and for music disks. ƒ dts 96/24. The DVD-Video standard offers the possibility of a dts 5.1-channel signal encoded at a 48 kHz sampling built in.) The Sony Guide to Home Theater 30 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 31
Digital Cinema Sound™ processing is a Sony system that accommodates the differences between acoustics of this Hollywood dubbing stage are incorporated in Sony's Digital Cinema Sound circuitry. Note the swivel chairs Surround sound for music. Selected Sony Digital Cinema Sound™ circuits also recreate - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 32
. In particular, if you have a High Definition monitor television, look for component video (Y/PB/PR) inputs and outputs that can support 480p and 1080i signals. You'll also want optical or coaxial digital inputs for connecting your DVD player. ƒ Power amplifiers. Make sure the receiver has the - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 33
shifting blur of sound. This problem is bad enough in two-channel stereo. In multi-channel home theater systems, this problem is multiplied. For consistent sound, it's important to buy all your full-range speakers blend successfully with most full-range speakers. The Sony Guide to Home Theater 33 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 34
or in a corner of the room. ƒ Matched speaker sets. Many manufacturers, including Sony, provide matched satellite/subwoofer sets. These provide identical or nearly identical speakers for the mount brackets are a great solution for positioning satellite speakers. The Sony Guide to Home Theater 34 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 35
. This section will review the practical considerations for buying and installing a home theater system. Before You Buy ƒ STEP 1. Determine Sony's Home-Theater-in-a-Box systems are a good place to start. The speakers will match-and will work well with the receiver. There's also an easy set-up guide - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 36
a matched set of speakers, complete with subwoofer. Depending on the DVD Dream system model, you may also want to add speaker stands and/or wall-mount brackets. Your current television and + DVD Player a Sony HomeTheater-in-a-Box System ƒ SCENARIO B. Let's suppose you have both a television and - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 37
exactly the television, DVD player, A/V receiver and speakers that fit your specific needs! ƒ SCENARIO D. Maybe you're passionate about having equipment of the from the best equipment, like the Sony VPH-G90U high definition projector. A legend among video professionals and enthusiasts, the G90U has - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 38
because it raises the middle of the screen where it belongs-at eye level. The stand will also match the cosmetics of your television, will support your TV's weight and will provide room for your source components-solving many installation issues at once. The - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 39
your system much more enjoyable. A "universal" remote control can replace all your separate remotes-an especially good move if you've built . It's like having your cake and eating it, too. A universal remote control (left) can simplify system operation. Wireless headphones (right) enable you to - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 40
DVD player and A/V receiver into a single component. These Sony systems go even further with color-coded speaker cables and color-coded speaker terminals. This section will review some of the most common home theater connections, and help guide you in choosing connections when your equipment offers - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 41
polarity down the entire length of the cable. In speaker wire, lower gauges offer thicker conductors for better sound, especially over long wire lengths. The Sony Guide to Home Theater 41 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 42
composite video and linelevel audio connections. RF connection uses a coaxial cable with screw-on "F-type" plugs. RF connections like this are only appropriate for rooftop antenna feeds, cable TV service and satellite antenna feeds. Avoid them for other source component connections. The Sony Guide - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 43
two. Composite video connection of video connectors are typically color-coded yellow. Because composite video Video connections. S-Video connections can deliver somewhat higher quality than composite video S-Video connections can be better than composite video They divide the video signal into three - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 44
thumbscrews for secure mating. The D-sub 15-pin interface supports component video R/G/B signals. ƒ DVI-HDTV digital video connection. Digital Visual Interface (DVI) HDTV enables spectacular, interface carries High Definition in full digital quality. The Sony Guide to Home Theater 44 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 45
a Surround-Back speaker. 720p. High Definition TV signal with 720 active scanning lines and progressive ("p") scanning. Used in digital television broadcasting. A/V inputs. For connecting external audio/video equipment, including VCRs, DVD players, A/V receivers. The Sony Guide to Home Theater 45 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 46
and Blue (B). Composite Video connections. Composite video is the standard method of connecting video equipment, but it is far from the best method. Composite video puts color information (chrominance) together with black-and-white information (luminance) on the The Sony Guide to Home Theater 46 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 47
stripped apart for display on a television. Digital Cinema Sound system. A group of Sony developments that represents a total rethinking of home theater sound. Produces the sound that . In the "discrete" case, it's a completely separate channel. In the "matrix" The Sony Guide to Home Theater 47 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 48
Some say that DVD stands for "Digital Versatile Disc." Some say "Digital Video Disc." In fact, the format's inventors could not agree. Officially, High Definition television from the DIRECTV satellites. Some models can also receive free, over-the-air High lines. The Sony Guide to Home Theater 48 - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 49
) in composite video connections, but kept apart in S-Video and component connections. Memory Stick® media playback. A Sony feature that enables record a show from the program guide at the touch of a button. Uses the receiver's timer and an infrared "blaster" to automatically start and stop your VCR - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 50
. Universal remote control. Simplifies operation by also controlling many brands of TVs, VCRs, DVD players and A/V receivers. (May not be compatible with all brands and models.) VCRPlus+ Gold technology. A VCR feature that makes channel programming and timer setting easy. The Sony Guide to Home - Sony CDP-CE275 | The Sony Guide to Home Theater - Page 51
Park Ridge, NJ 07656 www.sony.com The Sony Guide to Home Theater, version 2.0; May 8, 2003 © 2003 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Television pictures are simulated. Features and specifications are subject to change
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