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...or batteries installed apparatus shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as a bookcase or built-in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this product. This equipment generates, uses, and can be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to... in the space provided below. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear exterior of the control unit. DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W/ DAV-HDX576WF Serial No Date of Manufacture Marking is located on , the user is encouraged to try to the presence of important operating and maintenance...
...or batteries installed apparatus shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as a bookcase or built-in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this product. This equipment generates, uses, and can be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to... in the space provided below. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear exterior of the control unit. DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W/ DAV-HDX576WF Serial No Date of Manufacture Marking is located on , the user is encouraged to try to the presence of important operating and maintenance...
Operating Instructions
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...function, which allows transmission of the S-AIR products is as follows: • DAV-HDX277WC: Surround amplifier (optional) S-AIR receiver (supplied) • DAV-HDX279W: Surround amplifier (supplied) S-AIR receiver (optional) • DAV-HDX576WF: Surround amplifier (supplied) S-AIR receiver (supplied) The S-AIR product can also...-R. • Measurements are for illustration purposes. The following S-AIR products can enjoy system sound in feet (ft) for example, "DAV-HDX277WC only." • The Control Menu items may be used as those on the remote. For details on the S-AIR function,...
...function, which allows transmission of the S-AIR products is as follows: • DAV-HDX277WC: Surround amplifier (optional) S-AIR receiver (supplied) • DAV-HDX279W: Surround amplifier (supplied) S-AIR receiver (optional) • DAV-HDX576WF: Surround amplifier (supplied) S-AIR receiver (supplied) The S-AIR product can also...-R. • Measurements are for illustration purposes. The following S-AIR products can enjoy system sound in feet (ft) for example, "DAV-HDX277WC only." • The Control Menu items may be used as those on the remote. For details on the S-AIR function,...
Operating Instructions
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Getting Started DAV-HDX576WF • Front speakers (2) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • Surround amplifier (1) • Center speaker (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Calibration mic (1) • Speaker cord cover (1) ...
Getting Started DAV-HDX576WF • Front speakers (2) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • Surround amplifier (1) • Center speaker (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Calibration mic (1) • Speaker cord cover (1) ...
Operating Instructions
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... the same color as the label of the jacks to avoid damaging the floor when you assemble the speakers. Getting Started Step 1: Assembling the Speakers (DAV-HDX576WF only) Before connecting the speakers, attach the speaker stand to the speaker. (For the front speakers) Use the parts as follows: • Front speakers (2) •...
... the same color as the label of the jacks to avoid damaging the floor when you assemble the speakers. Getting Started Step 1: Assembling the Speakers (DAV-HDX576WF only) Before connecting the speakers, attach the speaker stand to the speaker. (For the front speakers) Use the parts as follows: • Front speakers (2) •...
Operating Instructions
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Dusty or dirty - D E DAV-HDX576WF A A Front speaker (L (left)) B Front speaker (R (right)) B C Center speaker D Surround speaker (L (left )) E Surround speaker (R (right)) F Subwoofer G Unit H Surround amplifier CF G AA A D A E A H Top view A CB B A A C C * Not supplied. Extremely hot or cold - Very humid D E 19US Getting Started DAV-HDX279W A A Front speaker (L (left)) B Front speaker (R (right)) B C Center speaker D Surround speaker (L (left )) E Surround speaker...
Dusty or dirty - D E DAV-HDX576WF A A Front speaker (L (left)) B Front speaker (R (right)) B C Center speaker D Surround speaker (L (left )) E Surround speaker (R (right)) F Subwoofer G Unit H Surround amplifier CF G AA A D A E A H Top view A CB B A A C C * Not supplied. Extremely hot or cold - Very humid D E 19US Getting Started DAV-HDX279W A A Front speaker (L (left)) B Front speaker (R (right)) B C Center speaker D Surround speaker (L (left )) E Surround speaker...
Operating Instructions
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Getting Started DAV-HDX576WF For the center speaker 145 mm (5 3/4 inches) For the front speakers 8 to 10 mm (11/32 to 13/32 inch) For the surround speakers 8 to ... on a vertical and flat wall where reinforcement is applied. • Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall material or screws to be used. • Sony is especially fragile, attach the screws securely to a beam and fasten them to 13/32 inch) 3 Hang the speakers on the screws. 5 mm (7/32 inch...
Getting Started DAV-HDX576WF For the center speaker 145 mm (5 3/4 inches) For the front speakers 8 to 10 mm (11/32 to 13/32 inch) For the surround speakers 8 to ... on a vertical and flat wall where reinforcement is applied. • Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall material or screws to be used. • Sony is especially fragile, attach the screws securely to a beam and fasten them to 13/32 inch) 3 Hang the speakers on the screws. 5 mm (7/32 inch...
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Getting Started DAV-HDX576WF Rear panel of the unit SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER SPEAKER TV DIGITAL IN COAXIAL OPTICAL FRONT R FRONT L HDMI OUT DMPORT DC5V 0.7A MAX SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER ...
Getting Started DAV-HDX576WF Rear panel of the unit SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER SPEAKER TV DIGITAL IN COAXIAL OPTICAL FRONT R FRONT L HDMI OUT DMPORT DC5V 0.7A MAX SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER ...
Operating Instructions
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..., use this connection and set the output signal of the system to the TV/VIDEO jacks (A or B) instead of output signal (page 46). Getting Started DAV-HDX576WF Digital optical cord (not supplied) Digital coaxial cord (not supplied) TV DIGITAL IN COAXIAL OPTICAL or Audio cord (not supplied) TV R AUDIO IN L White Red... the COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks of the TV * If your TV has the HDMI jack, use this connection and select the type of the TV (DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W only). 30US
..., use this connection and set the output signal of the system to the TV/VIDEO jacks (A or B) instead of output signal (page 46). Getting Started DAV-HDX576WF Digital optical cord (not supplied) Digital coaxial cord (not supplied) TV DIGITAL IN COAXIAL OPTICAL or Audio cord (not supplied) TV R AUDIO IN L White Red... the COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks of the TV * If your TV has the HDMI jack, use this connection and select the type of the TV (DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W only). 30US
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A 33US Note • Connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter so that the V marks are aligned. Getting Started DAV-HDX576WF Stereo mini-plug cord (not supplied) To the portable audio source Front panel SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER SPEAKER TV DIGITAL IN COAXIAL OPTICAL FRONT R FRONT L HDMI ...
A 33US Note • Connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter so that the V marks are aligned. Getting Started DAV-HDX576WF Stereo mini-plug cord (not supplied) To the portable audio source Front panel SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER SPEAKER TV DIGITAL IN COAXIAL OPTICAL FRONT R FRONT L HDMI ...
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Getting Started DAV-HDX576WF AM loop antenna (aerial) (supplied) A B Note • Cord (A) or cord (B) can be connected to an outdoor FM antenna (aerial) as possible. Tip • Adjust the ...
Getting Started DAV-HDX576WF AM loop antenna (aerial) (supplied) A B Note • Cord (A) or cord (B) can be connected to an outdoor FM antenna (aerial) as possible. Tip • Adjust the ...
Operating Instructions
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... the wireless transceiver, make sure that the AC power cord (mains lead) is not connected to the operating instructions of the S-AIR receiver. Getting Started DAV-HDX576WF Rear panel of the unit SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER SPEAKER TV DIGITAL IN COAXIAL OPTICAL FRONT R FRONT L HDMI OUT DMPORT DC5V 0.7A MAX EZW-RT10 COMPONENT...
... the wireless transceiver, make sure that the AC power cord (mains lead) is not connected to the operating instructions of the S-AIR receiver. Getting Started DAV-HDX576WF Rear panel of the unit SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER SPEAKER TV DIGITAL IN COAXIAL OPTICAL FRONT R FRONT L HDMI OUT DMPORT DC5V 0.7A MAX EZW-RT10 COMPONENT...
Operating Instructions
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... Rear panel of the surround amplifier EZW-RT10 S-AIR ID A B C PAIRING SPEAKER L SURROUND SELECTOR R SURROUND SURROUND BACK To the wall outlet (mains) DAV-HDX576WF Before connecting the AC power cords (mains leads) of the unit to a wall outlet (mains), connect all the speakers to the unit. Getting Started 6... DC5V 0.7A MAX EZW-RT10 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT ANTENNA FM AM COAXIAL 75 TV/VIDEO Y PB/CB PR/CR R AUDIO IN L DAV-HDX279W Before connecting the AC power cords (mains leads) of the surround amplifier EZW-RT10 S-AIR ID A B C PAIRING SPEAKER L SURROUND SELECTOR ...
... Rear panel of the surround amplifier EZW-RT10 S-AIR ID A B C PAIRING SPEAKER L SURROUND SELECTOR R SURROUND SURROUND BACK To the wall outlet (mains) DAV-HDX576WF Before connecting the AC power cords (mains leads) of the unit to a wall outlet (mains), connect all the speakers to the unit. Getting Started 6... DC5V 0.7A MAX EZW-RT10 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT ANTENNA FM AM COAXIAL 75 TV/VIDEO Y PB/CB PR/CR R AUDIO IN L DAV-HDX279W Before connecting the AC power cords (mains leads) of the surround amplifier EZW-RT10 S-AIR ID A B C PAIRING SPEAKER L SURROUND SELECTOR ...
Operating Instructions
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... surround amplifier does not output sound. The surround amplifier turns off or its protection is not established. Getting Started Step 4: Setting up the Wireless System (DAV-HDX279W/DAV-HDX576WF only) To use the multiple S-AIR product You can enjoy the system's sound in the front panel display. The POWER / ON LINE indicator turns...
... surround amplifier does not output sound. The surround amplifier turns off or its protection is not established. Getting Started Step 4: Setting up the Wireless System (DAV-HDX279W/DAV-HDX576WF only) To use the multiple S-AIR product You can enjoy the system's sound in the front panel display. The POWER / ON LINE indicator turns...
Operating Instructions
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... your TV" (page 46). The system displays the menu and subtitles in the on the surround amplifier. "/1 C/X/x/c, DISPLAY 1 Turn on the TV. 2 (DAV-HDX277WC) Press [/1 on the unit. (DAV-HDX279W/DAV-HDX576WF) Press [/1 on the unit, and POWER on -screen display appears. The Setup Display for selecting the aspect ratio of video output for...
... your TV" (page 46). The system displays the menu and subtitles in the on the surround amplifier. "/1 C/X/x/c, DISPLAY 1 Turn on the TV. 2 (DAV-HDX277WC) Press [/1 on the unit. (DAV-HDX279W/DAV-HDX576WF) Press [/1 on the unit, and POWER on -screen display appears. The Setup Display for selecting the aspect ratio of video output for...
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... fails, follow the message then retry [AUTO CALIBRATION]. 15 Press . The Control Menu display appears on the front panel. AUDIO IN / A.CAL MIC Calibration mic E.g., DAV-HDX576WF 12 Press C/c to the A.CAL MIC jack on the TV screen. 45US Getting Started Give consideration to select [YES]. Note • Loud test sound is...
... fails, follow the message then retry [AUTO CALIBRATION]. 15 Press . The Control Menu display appears on the front panel. AUDIO IN / A.CAL MIC Calibration mic E.g., DAV-HDX576WF 12 Press C/c to the A.CAL MIC jack on the TV screen. 45US Getting Started Give consideration to select [YES]. Note • Loud test sound is...
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x DAV-HDX576WF "DVD" t "TUNER FM" t "TUNER AM" t "TV" t "SAT/CABLE" t "DMPORT" t "AUDIO" t ... The setting is not a malfunction and will depend on the component connected. Tip • When .... 2 Press SYSTEM MENU. 3 Press X/x repeatedly until "ATTENUATE" appears in the front panel display. For details, see page 49. 5 Press . The system menu turns off . * DAV-HDX576WF only. ** DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W only. 48US The setting is changed. • "ATT OFF": Normal input level. 5 Press . to enjoy surround sound of the sound from the six...
x DAV-HDX576WF "DVD" t "TUNER FM" t "TUNER AM" t "TV" t "SAT/CABLE" t "DMPORT" t "AUDIO" t ... The setting is not a malfunction and will depend on the component connected. Tip • When .... 2 Press SYSTEM MENU. 3 Press X/x repeatedly until "ATTENUATE" appears in the front panel display. For details, see page 49. 5 Press . The system menu turns off . * DAV-HDX576WF only. ** DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W only. 48US The setting is changed. • "ATT OFF": Normal input level. 5 Press . to enjoy surround sound of the sound from the six...
Operating Instructions
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... with an audio cord (not supplied) and an HDMI cable (not supplied) (page 28). For details, refer to output TV sound. * DAV-HDX576WF only ** DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W only • When you change the output method of the TV to other than "TV*" or "TVVIDEO**," TV sound is in this ... sound may be output for HDMI/External Audio Device function, or playing a CD), the system may not turn the system off automatically. * DAV-HDX576WF only ** DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W only Enjoying TV sound from the speakers in this function, connect the system and the TV with the system, the "TV*" or "...
... with an audio cord (not supplied) and an HDMI cable (not supplied) (page 28). For details, refer to output TV sound. * DAV-HDX576WF only ** DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W only • When you change the output method of the TV to other than "TV*" or "TVVIDEO**," TV sound is in this ... sound may be output for HDMI/External Audio Device function, or playing a CD), the system may not turn the system off automatically. * DAV-HDX576WF only ** DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W only Enjoying TV sound from the speakers in this function, connect the system and the TV with the system, the "TV*" or "...
Operating Instructions
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... a loud test sound when [AUTO CALIBRATION] starts. The options for [SETUP] appear. 4 Press X/x to select [AUDIO SETUP], then press . AUDIO IN / A.CAL MIC Calibration mic E.g., DAV-HDX576WF 8 Press C/c to select [SETUP], then press . A. The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen. 3 Press X/x to select [YES]. 9 Press . [AUTO CALIBRATION] starts. The options...
... a loud test sound when [AUTO CALIBRATION] starts. The options for [SETUP] appear. 4 Press X/x to select [AUDIO SETUP], then press . AUDIO IN / A.CAL MIC Calibration mic E.g., DAV-HDX576WF 8 Press C/c to select [SETUP], then press . A. The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen. 3 Press X/x to select [YES]. 9 Press . [AUTO CALIBRATION] starts. The options...
Operating Instructions
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... environment. Do not use a disc that share the same frequency as other wireless systems, such as a label or ring. 98US About the surround amplifier (DAV-HDX279W/DAV-HDX576WF only) • The nameplate is located on the disc. • Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air...
... environment. Do not use a disc that share the same frequency as other wireless systems, such as a label or ring. 98US About the surround amplifier (DAV-HDX279W/DAV-HDX576WF only) • The nameplate is located on the disc. • Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air...
Operating Instructions
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...short-circuited? • Is anything blocking the ventilation holes of the surround amplifier? • After checking the above items, consult your nearest Sony dealer. The speaker cord is poor. Confirm the IDs of the surround amplifier, then check the following items. • Are the + ... are not inserted correctly. • turns red - The wireless transceiver(s) is not turned on the surround amplifier. - Surround amplifier operation (DAV-HDX279W/DAV-HDX576WF only) If no sound. • turns green Check the status of the S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub unit. The unit is...
...short-circuited? • Is anything blocking the ventilation holes of the surround amplifier? • After checking the above items, consult your nearest Sony dealer. The speaker cord is poor. Confirm the IDs of the surround amplifier, then check the following items. • Are the + ... are not inserted correctly. • turns red - The wireless transceiver(s) is not turned on the surround amplifier. - Surround amplifier operation (DAV-HDX279W/DAV-HDX576WF only) If no sound. • turns green Check the status of the S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub unit. The unit is...