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  • Sony DAV-HDZ278 | Operating Instructions - Page 1
    3-283-038-11(1) DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions DAV-DZ270 / HDZ278 ©2008 Sony Corporation
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    for DAV-HDZ278.) RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN No operator serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DAV-HDZ278 Serial No The following
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    accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8) Do not power cord (mains lead) can be unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the event of trouble. Note on power servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power
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    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 DAVDZ270 and DAV-HDZ278. DAV-DZ270 is the model used for illustration purposes. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example
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    Table of Contents About This Operating Instructions..........4 Playable Discs 6 Getting Started Step 1: Positioning the System ......... 85 Additional Information Precautions 86 Notes about the Discs 87 Troubleshooting 88 Self-diagnosis Function 97 Specifications 98 Glossary 100 Language Code
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    Playable Discs Type DVD VIDEO Disc logo Characteristics Icon • DVD VIDEO • DVD-R/DVD-RW in DVD VIDEO format or video mode • DVD+R/DVD+RW in DVD VIDEO format VR (Video Recording) mode Super Audio CD • DVD-R/DVD-RW in VR (Video Recording) mode (except for DVD-R DL) • Super Audio CD VIDEO CD CD
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    the recording device and authoring software. The disc will not play if it has not been correctly finalized. For more information, refer to the operating instructions for the recording device. Note that some playback functions may not work with some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, even if they have been correctly
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    according to the disc contents the software producers designed, some playback features may not be available. Be sure to read the operating instructions supplied with the DVD or VIDEO CD. Copyrights This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other
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    This system incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMITM) technology. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. "BRAVIA" and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. 9GB
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    antenna (aerial) (1) • Calibration mic (1) or • Speaker cords (6, red/white/ green/gray/blue/purple) • Video cord (1) • Foot pads (1 set) • Operating Instructions • Speaker and TV connections (card) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) 10GB
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    Getting Started Inserting batteries into the remote Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. To use the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the unit. Note • Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or
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    . • Do not lean or hang on the speaker, as the speaker may fall down. Tip • When you change the positions of the speakers, Sony recommends that you change the settings. For details, see "Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Room" (page 78) and "Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically
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    Getting Started To install the speakers on a wall Before installing the speakers on a wall, connect the speaker cord to the speaker. Be sure to match the speaker cords to the appropriate terminals on the speakers: the speaker cord with the color tube to 3, and the speaker cord without the color
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    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. 14GB
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    to a level where sound is not distorted. 3 DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (DAV-HDZ278 only) 3 Portable audio source 3 VCR, digital satellite receiver, or PlayStation, AM loop antenna (aerial) 4 FM wire antenna (aerial) 5 AC power cord (mains lead) 1 Front speaker (L) 1 Center speaker 1 Subwoofer
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    insulation in the speaker terminals. Rear of speaker Color tube (+) (-) Connector When connecting to the unit, insert the connector until it clicks. DAV-DZ270 Rear panel SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER SPEAKER FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L HDMI OUT Y PB/CB PR/CR COMPONENT VIDEO OUT R AUDIO IN
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    Getting Started DAV-HDZ278 Rear panel SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER DIGITAL IN COAXIAL OPTICAL TV/VIDEO SPEAKER FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L HDMI OUT DC5V 0.7A MAX DMPORT Y PB/CB PR/
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    (HDMI). When the TV has the digital optical or coaxial output jack, you can improve sound quality by connecting with the digital cord (B) (DAV-HDZ278 only). DAV-DZ270 Audio cord (not supplied) White Red R AUDIO IN TV/VIDEO L To the AUDIO OUT jacks of the TV SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER SPEAKER
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    signal (page 29). Note • During the "DMPORT" function, video signal is not output from the HDMI OUT and COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (DAV-HDZ278 only). • The system can accept both digital and analog signals. Digital signals have priority over analog signals. (COAXIAL has priority over OPTICAL.) If
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    Getting Started To change the color system (PAL or NTSC) (Asian, Australian, and Middle Eastern models only) Depending on the TV to be connected, you may be required to select either PAL or NTSC for the color system. The initial setting of the system for Australian and Middle Eastern models is PAL.
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    You can enjoy the connected component using the six speakers of the system. • Portable audio source: A • DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter: B (DAV-HDZ278 only) DAV-DZ270 Stereo mini-plug cord (not supplied) To the portable audio source SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER Front panel SPEAKER FRONT R FRONT L SUR
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    TV. For connection details, see page 18. D0.C7A5VMAX DMPORT DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (not supplied) To connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (DAV-HDZ278 only) Connect a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (not supplied) to the DMPORT jack. For details, see "Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter" (page 76
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    , etc. System VCR, digital satellite receiver or PlayStation, etc. :Signal flow Select the component on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. If the TV does not have multiple audio/video inputs, a switcher will be necessary to receive the sound from more than two
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    Getting Started 4 Connecting the antenna (aerial) DAV-DZ270 AM loop antenna (aerial) (supplied) A SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER SPEAKER FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L HDMI OUT B Note • Cord (A) or cord (B) can be connected to either
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    Getting Started DAV-HDZ278 AM loop antenna (aerial) (supplied) A SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER B Note • Cord (A) or cord (B) can be connected to either terminal. DIGITAL IN COAXIAL OPTICAL TV/VIDEO SPEAKER
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    AUDIO IN L VIDEO OUT TV/VIDEO ANTENNA COAXIAL 75 FM AM DAV-HDZ278 Rear panel SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER DIGITAL IN COAXIAL OPTICAL TV/VIDEO SPEAKER COAXIAL 75 FM AM About the demonstration After connecting the AC power cord (mains lead), the demonstration appears in the front panel
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    Getting Started Step 3: Performing the Quick Setup Follow the Steps below to make the basic adjustments for using the system. Note • When you connect the system and the TV with the component video cord (not supplied) or HDMI cable (not supplied), you need to set the type of video output for
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    Getting Started 10 Press . 11 Connect the calibration mic to the A.CAL MIC jack on the front panel. Set up the calibration mic at the ear level using a tripod, etc. (not supplied). The front of each speaker should face the calibration mic, and there should be no obstruction between the speakers and
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    TV with the HDMI cable, select the type of video signals output from the HDMI OUT jack. For details, refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the TV/projector, etc. 1 Press FUNCTION +/- repeatedly until "DVD" appears in the front panel display. 2 Press DISPLAY while the system is in
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    Getting Started [ON]: The system outputs progressive signals. Select this setting when: - your TV accepts progressive signals, and, - the TV is connected to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. When you select [ON], the confirmation display appears. Follow the Steps below. 8 Press C/c to select [START].
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    connection) and TV/VIDEO (COAXIAL or OPTICAL DIGITAL IN) jack (digital connection) at the same time, the digital connection takes priority (DAV-HDZ278 only). 2 Press SYSTEM MENU. 3 Press X/x repeatedly until "DEC. MODE" appears in the front panel display, then press or c. 4 Press X/x repeatedly
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    Decoding Mode You can enjoy surround sound simply by selecting one of the system's pre-programmed decoding modes. They bring exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters into your home. X/x/c, SYSTEM MENU 1 Press SYSTEM MENU. 2 Press X/x repeatedly until "DEC. MODE" appears in the front panel
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    " are not effective. • You cannot select the decoding mode when the unit is reading the files in the USB device or recording/copying songs (DAV-DZ270 only). • Depending on the input stream, the decoding mode may not by effective. • When you select "A.F.D. MULTI," the surround or stereo effect may
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    Selecting the Sound Mode You can select a suitable sound mode for movies or music. SOUND MODE Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound (DUAL MONO) (DAV-HDZ278 only) You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when the system receives or plays the Dolby Digital multiplex broadcast signal. Note • To receive
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    some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your disc. Adjust the volume "/1 A H FUNCTION The system enters standby mode. To save power in standby mode Press "/1 while the system is on. To enter power saving mode, make sure that the system
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    - [CONTROL FOR HDMI] is set to [OFF] (page 64). To use the headphones Connect the headphones to PHONES jack on the unit. The sound of the system is muted. Other operations To Press Stop x Pause X Resume play after pause X or H Go to the next chapter, > track, or scene1) Go back to the
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    To display the subtitles * * * Except for United Kingdom and North American models. If subtitles are recorded on a disc, you can turn the subtitles on/off during playback. If multilingual subtitles are recorded on the disc, you can change the subtitle language during playback, or turn the
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    Note • While the system is playing a Super VCD on which the audio track 2 is not recorded, no sound will come out when you select [2:STEREO], [2:1/L], or [2:2/R]. Checking the audio signal format * * * Except for United Kingdom and North American models. If you press AUDIO repeatedly during
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    go back to the menu Press O RETURN. Note • Depending on the VIDEO CD, [Press ENTER] in Step 3 may appear as [Press SELECT] in the operating instructions supplied with the disc. In this case, press H. Tip • To play without using the PBC function, press ./ > or the number buttons while the system is
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    or reset the settings 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 a DVD-VR, VIDEO CD, Super Audio CD, CD, DATA CD, or DATA DVD, the system remembers the resume playback point
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    Disc Selected track PROGRAM ALL CLEAR 1. TRACK 02 2. TRACK - - 3. TRACK - - 4. TRACK - - 5. TRACK - - 6. TRACK - - 7. TRACK - - 0: 03:51 T - - 01 02 03 04 05 06 Total time of the programmed tracks 6 To program other tracks, repeat Steps 4 to 5. The programmed tracks are displayed in the selected
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    4 Press . Shuffle Play starts. To return to normal play Press CLEAR, or select [OFF] in Step 3. To turn off the Control Menu display Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Control Menu display is turned off. Note • You cannot use Shuffle Play with a VIDEO CD or Super VCD with PBC playback. Playing
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    Searching/Selecting a Disc Selecting [ORIGINAL] or [PLAY LIST] on a DVD-VR Using the DVD's menu A DVD is divided into a lot of sections, which make up a picture or music feature. These sections are called "titles." When you play a DVD which contains several titles, you can select the title you
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    The number in parentheses indicates the total number of titles, chapters, tracks, indexes, scenes, folders, or files. 98( 99) 13( 99) T 0: 03: 17 DVD VIDEO Selected row 3 Press . [** (**)] changes to [- - (**)]. 98( 99) 13( 99) T 0: 03: 17 DVD VIDEO 3 Input the time code using the number
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    Disc Playing MP3 Files/JPEG Image Files You can play the MP3 files or JPEG image files: • which have the extension ".MP3" (MP3 file) or ".JPG"/".JPEG" (JPEG image file) • which conform to the DCF* image file format * "Design rule for Camera File system": Image standards for digital cameras
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    FOLDER LIST 01 Let's Talk About Love (1985) 02 1st Album (1986) 03 In the Middle of Nowhere (1986) 04 Ready for Romance (1986) 05 In the Garden of Venus (1987) 06 Romantic Warriors (1987) 07 Back for Good (1988) 08 Alone (1999) 2 Press X/x to select a folder. x To play JPEG image files in a folder
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    does not work when [MUSIC] is selected. • If you play large MP3 file and JPEG image file at the same time, the sound may skip. Sony recommends that you set the MP3 bit rate to 128 kbps or lower when creating the file. If the sound still skips, reduce the size
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    only plays a DATA CD of format ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2 or Joliet, and a DATA DVD of Universal Disk Format (UDF). Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the disc drives and the recording software (not supplied) for details on the recording format. About playback order of data on a DATA CD
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    Disc To select DivX video files, see "Selecting a DivX video file" (page 49). To go to the next or previous page Press / . To turn off the display Press DVD MENU repeatedly. To stop playback Press x. .. To return to the previous folder, select it from the folder list. Tip • If the number of
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    Playback of the Disc [PARENTAL CONTROL] Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be limited according to a predetermined level such as the age of the users. Scenes may be blocked or replaced with different scenes. You can set the playback restriction by registering a password. When you set the [PARENTAL
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    Enter a 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press . The display for confirming the password appears. x When you have already registered a password The display for entering the password appears. 7 Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press . The display
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    5 Press X/x to select [SYSTEM SETUP], then press . The options for [SYSTEM SETUP] appear. 6 Press X/x to select [PARENTAL CONTROL t], then press . The display for entering the password appears. 7 Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press . 8 Press X/x to select [CHANGE
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    (COMPONENT OUT): OFF PAUSE MODE: AUTO Selected setting Note • When you turn the system on after resetting and no disc is in the unit, the guide message appears on the TV screen. To perform the Quick Setup (page 27), press . To return to normal screen, press CLEAR. To reset all of
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    Settings for the display [VIDEO SETUP] Select settings according to the TV to be connected. VIDEO SETUP TV TYPE: PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT): 4:3 OUTPUT: BLACK LEVEL: BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT): PAUSE MODE: 16:9 OFF FULL ON OFF AUTO x [TV TYPE] You can select the aspect ratio of the connected
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    Disc x [COLOR SYSTEM (VIDEO CD)] (Asian, Australian, and Middle Eastern models only) You can select the color system when you play a VIDEO CD. [AUTO]: The system outputs the video signal in the system of the disc, either PAL or NTSC. If your TV uses a DUAL system, select [AUTO]. [PAL]: The system
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    for HDMI Function for "BRAVIA" Sync" (page 64). [OFF]: Off. [ON]: On. You can operate mutually between components that are connected with an HDMI cable. Note • When you set to [ON] without the HDMI connection of the TV, [Please verify the HDMI connection.] appears and you cannot set to [ON]. x [
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    Settings for the audio [AUDIO SETUP] AUDIO SETUP SPEAKER FORMATION: AUTO CALIBRATION: AUDIO DRC: TRACK SELECTION: Note • When you set the item to [AUTO], the language may change. The [TRACK SELECTION] setting has higher priority than the [AUDIO] settings in [LANGUAGE SETUP] (page 53). (
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    [BLUE]: The background is blue. [BLACK]: The background is black. x [PARENTAL CONTROL] You can set the playback restrictions. For details, see "Restricting Playback of the Disc" (page 50). x [DivX] (Except for United Kingdom and North American models) You can display the registration code for this
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    A [L/R] 3.0 m/10 ft3): Set the front speaker distance. [CENTER] 3.0 m/10 ft3)4): Set the center speaker distance (up to 1.6 meters (5 ft) closer to the front speakers). 1)0.9 to 6.9 meters for North American models. 2)0.0 to 6.9 meters for North American models. 3)When you perform the Quick Setup (
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    test tone is emitted from each speaker in sequence. Adjust the sound level as follows. 1 Set the [TEST TONE] to [ON]. 2 Press C/X/x/c repeatedly to select the desired speaker and the level. 3 Press . 4 Repeat Steps 1 to 3. 5 Press C/X/x/c repeatedly to set [TEST TONE] to [OFF] after adjusting the
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    Current station Current band and preset number FM FM 10 : 88.00 MHz SONY RADIO Station name 1 Press FUNCTION +/- repeatedly until "TUNER FM" or "TUNER holding down > on the unit, press "/1 on the unit to turn on the power. If you change the interval, AM preset stations will be erased. To reset the
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    tuning, press and hold TUNING +/-. The automatic tuning stops automatically when the system receives the radio station. To stop the automatic tuning manually, press TUNING +/- or x. To listen to radio stations when you know the frequencies 1 Press FUNCTION +/- repeatedly until "TUNER FM" or "TUNER
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    , and the station name is stored. 8 Press SYSTEM MENU. The system menu turns off. x "TUNER AM" When the station name is set 1 Station name Ex. "SONY RADIO" 2 Frequency Ex. "AM1 576" When the station name is not set: 1 Frequency Ex. "AM1 576" Note • The system returns to the original display when
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    - One-Touch Play (page 65) - System Power Off (page 66) - System Audio Control (page instructions supplied with the component. • The Control for HDMI function may not work if you connect a component other than Sony HDMI function of the system and TV manually. Note • Displayed items vary depending on
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    Control for HDMI/External Audio Device To set the [CONTROL FOR HDMI] function to on/off 1 Press FUNCTION +/- repeatedly until "DVD" appears in the front panel display. 2 Press DISPLAY while the system is in stop mode. The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen. 3 Press X/x to select [
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    . Note • Before using the System Power Off function, set the function for TV power. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. • Depending on CD into a USB device, the System Audio Control function will not work (DAV-DZ270 only). Tip • You can connect the system and the TV audio
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    Control for HDMI/External Audio Device Playing Back Audio Files/JPEG Image Files of a USB Device (DAV-DZ270 only) You can play audio files (MP3/WMA/AAC files)/JPEG image files stored in a USB device such as the digital music player or
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    system is turned on again playback starts from the beginning of the audio file that was in Resume Play mode. • This system does not necessarily support all the functions provided in a connected USB device. • Files recorded by a device such as a computer may not be played back in the order in which
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    Press X/x to select a file and press . The system starts playing the selected file. You can turn the file list off by pressing DVD MENU. Pressing DVD MENU again will display the folder list. Tip • The system can recognize up to 150 audio files in a single folder. To stop playback Press x. To play
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    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 folder by continuing to press c after the last image on the current folder, but that you cannot return to the previous folder by pressing C. To return to the
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    Control for HDMI/External Audio Device • [FOLDER LIST]: The list of folders appears. Follow Step 2 of "Selecting an audio file or folder." • [PICTURE LIST]: Images of JPEG image files in the folder appear in 16 subscreens. Follow Step 2 of "Selecting a JPEG image file or folder." Playing
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    an MP3 file has the ID3 tag, the system will display a folder name/track (file) name from the ID3 tag information. The system can support ID3 ver 1.0/1.1/2.2/2.3. ID3 ver 2.2/2.3 tag information display has priority when both ID3 ver 1.0/1.1 and ver 2.2/2.3 tags are used for a single MP3 file. Note
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    Tip • Date information is [MM/DD/YYYY]. MM: Month DD: Day YYYY: Year • Date information varies depending on the area. Storing Songs in a USB Device (DAV-DZ270 only) You can record songs on an audio CD in a USB device by encoding to MP3 format. You can also copy the MP3 files
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    same name, a sequential number is added after the name without overwriting the original folder or file. • Some USB devices cannot be played back on the system depending on the file format. Recording songs on an audio CD into a USB device 1 Load an audio CD. 2 Press DISPLAY while the system is in
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    Control for HDMI/External Audio Device Recordable space of the USB device USB RECORDING 2002_Remixes 01_Back_Seat_O... 02_One_Nights_... 03_Are_You_Ma... 04_I_Can_Lose_... 05_Soul_Survivo... 06_Strangers_B... 07_Stay_maxi_ve... Free: START ALL ALL MP3 files/folders to be copied. x To select the
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    U50/U60/U70 ICD-SX57/SX67/SX77 Verified Sony USB storage media (as of April 2007 certain areas. Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter (DAV-HDZ278 only) The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) adapter (not TV. For operation details, refer to the operating instructions of the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. Tip •
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    Control for HDMI/External Audio Device • Depending on the type of DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, you may be able 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 used in this case. ./> H x X 77GB
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    , you cannot install some speakers. For the better surround sound, Sony recommends that first you decide the position of the speakers. 1 to enjoy the surround sound after you change the position of the speakers, Sony recommends you set [SPEAKER FORMATION], and then set [AUTO CALIBRATION] (page
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    Other Operations Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically [AUTO CALIBRATION] D. C. A. C. (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) can set the appropriate surround sound automatically. Note • The system outputs a loud test sound when [AUTO CALIBRATION] starts. You cannot turn the volume down.
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    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 Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote You can control the TV (Sony only) by using following buttons. Use these buttons (other than TV
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    Other Operations Using the Sound Effect Reinforcing bass frequencies You can reinforce bass frequencies. Press DYNAMIC BASS. "D. BASS ON" appears in the front panel display and bass frequencies are effectively reinforced. To turn off the sound effect Press DYNAMIC BASS again. Enjoying the sound at
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    MP3 file has the ID3 tag, the system will display a folder name/track (file) name from the ID3 tag information. The system can support ID3 ver 1.0/1.1/2.2/2.3. ID3 ver 2.2/2.3 tag information display has priority when both ID3 ver 1.0/1.1 and ver 2.2/2.3 tags are used for a single MP3 file. x DATA
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    Other Operations 2 Current file name 3 Current album and file number Note • The system can only display the first level of the DVD/CD text, such as the disc name or title. • If a file name of the MP3 file cannot be displayed, "*" will appear in the front panel display instead. • The disc name or
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    MP3 file has the ID3 tag, the system will display a folder name/track (file) name from the ID3 tag information. The system can support ID3 ver 1.0/1.1/2.2/2.3. ID3 ver 2.2/2.3 tag information display has priority when both ID3 ver 1.0/1.1 and ver 2.2/2.3 tags are used for a single MP3 file. 3)Except
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    Other Operations Returning to the Default Settings Returning 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 display and the system
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    by putting anything on the system. The system is equipped with a high power amplifier. If the ventilation slots are blocked, the unit can overheat and benzine. If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. On cleaning discs, disc/lens cleaners
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    Additional Information Notes about the Discs On handling discs • To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the surface. • Do not stick paper or tape on the disc. • Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in a car parked in
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    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 Symptom Remedy The power "PROTECTOR" and "PUSH POWER"
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    through your VCR to get to your TV, the copy-protection signal applied to some DVD programs could affect picture quality. If you still experience problems even when you connect your unit directly to your TV, try connecting your unit to your TV's video input (page 18). * Depending on the country
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    of the surround speakers may be less noticeable. • A 2 channel source is being played. There is no sound from the DIGITAL IN COAXIAL/ OPTICAL jack (DAV-HDZ278 only). • The sampling frequency of the input signal is more than 48 kHz. Operation Symptom Radio stations cannot be tuned in. The remote
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    Additional Information Symptom Remedy 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 on the DVD does not
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    some of the operations above. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the disc. Messages do not appear on cannot be ejected and • Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. "LOCKED" appears in the power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (
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    from the (USB) port. Make sure there is no problem with the USB device. If this display pattern persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer. Are you using a supported USB • If you connect an unsupported USB device, the following problems may occur. device? See "Playable USB Devices" (page 76
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    system supports FAT12, FAT16, and FAT32, but some USB device may not support all of these FAT. For details, refer to the operating instructions of memory capacity is excessive. - The internal memory is fragmented. • Sony recommends following these guidelines. - Total folders on the USB device: 200
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    * This system supports FAT12, FAT16, and FAT32, but some USB device may not support all of these FAT. For details, refer to the operating instructions of each USB the operating instructions of the USB device to format the USB device. If the problem persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer. 95GB
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    be broken. Follow the procedure in the operating instructions of the USB device to format the USB device. If the problem persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer. • Check if the USB device is write-protected. • The USB device was disconnected or the power was turned off during erasing. Delete the
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    you turn on the system, the version number [VER.X.XX] (X is a number) may appear on the TV screen. Although this is not a malfunction and for Sony service use only, normal system operation will not be possible. Turn off the system, and then turn on the system again to operate. VER.X.XX First
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    Amplifier Section US models: Surround mode (reference) RMS output power FL/FR/C/SL/SR*: 142 watts (per channel at 3 : 250/125 mV Inputs (Digital) (DAV-HDZ278 only) TV/VIDEO (COAXIAL IN/OPTICAL IN Other models: NTSC/PAL USB Section (DAV-DZ270 only) Supported bit rate MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer
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    Hz Other models: 220 V - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power consumption DAV-HDZ278: On: 155 W Standby: 0.3 W (at the Power Saving mode) DAV-DZ270: On: 160 W Standby: 0.3 W (at the Power Saving mode) Output voltage (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT) (DAV-HDZ278 only) DC 5 V Output current (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
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    Calibration was developed by Sony to automatically measure and Definition Multimedia Interface) HDMI is an interface that supports both video and audio on a single digital to limit playback of the disc by the age of the users according to the limitation level in each country. The limitation varies
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    Additional Information is compatible with the 525 or 625 progressive format. Super Audio CD Super Audio CD is a new high-quality audio disc standard where music is recorded in the DSD (Direct Stream Digital) format (conventional CD is recorded in the PCM format). The DSD format, using a sampling
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    Language Code List The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard. Code Language 1027 Afar 1028 Abkhazian 1032 Afrikaans 1039 Amharic 1044 Arabic 1045 Assamese 1051 Aymara 1052 Azerbaijani 1053 Bashkir 1057 Byelorussian 1059 Bulgarian 1060 Bihari 1061 Bislama 1066 Bengali;
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    ) D Play operation buttons (35) E (remote sensor) (11) F FUNCTION (30) G VOLUME control (35) H PHONES jack (35) I AUDIO IN/A.CAL MIC jack (21, 27, 79) J (USB) port (DAV-DZ270 only) (67) K Disc tray (35) Additional Information 103GB
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    FRONT L SUR R SUR L HDMI OUT Y PB/CB PR/CR COMPONENT VIDEO OUT R AUDIO IN L VIDEO OUT TV/VIDEO ANTENNA COAXIAL 75 FM AM DAV-HDZ278 SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER DIGITAL IN COAXIAL OPTICAL TV/VIDEO SPEAKER FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L HDMI OUT DC5V 0.7A MAX DMPORT Y PB/CB PR
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    image file) H Lights up when the color system is set to NTSC. (Asian, Australian, and Middle Eastern models only) I Lights up during USB recording/ copying. (DAV-DZ270 only) (73) J Lights up when Super Audio CD/CD is loaded. (38) Additional Information 105GB
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    American models. 4)The button name differs depending on the area. 5)North American models only. 6)This button is only available for the "DVD" or "USB*" function. * DAV-DZ270 only 106GB
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    Additional Information Guide to the Control Menu Display You can use the Control Menu display off Note • The Control Menu Display appears only during the "DVD" or "USB*" function. * DAV-DZ270 only Control Menu display The Control Menu display 1 and 2 will show different items depending on the disc
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    Example: Control Menu display 1 when playing a DVD VIDEO. Currently playing title number1) Currently playing chapter number2) Total number of titles1) Control Menu items Total number of chapters2) Playback status (N Playback, X Pause, x Stop, etc.) Selected item 98( 99) 13( 99) T 0: 04: 17 OFF
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    Additional Information [TIME] (page 44) You can check the elapsed time and the remaining playback time. Input the time code for picture and music searching. The system displays the DVD/Super Audio CD/CD text or the MP3 file name. [MULTI/2CH] (page 38) You can select the playback area on a Super
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    List of Control Menu Items for USB device (DAV-DZ270 only) Item Item Name, Function, Relevant Disc Type [REPEAT] (page 71) You can play the entire USB device (all folders/all files) repeatedly or
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    Index Numerics 4:3 OUTPUT 54 5.1 Channel Surround 38 A A/V SYNC 50 AAC file 67 ANGLE 36 ATTENUATE 31 AUDIO 53 AUDIO (HDMI) 56 AUDIO DRC 57 AUDIO SETUP 57 AUTO CALIBRATION 57, 79, 100 B BACKGROUND 57 BLACK LEVEL 55 BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT) 55 C COLD RESET 85 COLOR SYSTEM (VIDEO CD) 55 CONTROL FOR
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