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3-283-032-11(1) DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions DAV-HDX277WC / HDX279W / HDX576WF ©2008 Sony Corporation
3-283-032-11(1) DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions DAV-HDX277WC / HDX279W / HDX576WF ©2008 Sony Corporation
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...model and serial numbers are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in the literature accompanying the appliance. DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W/ DAV-HDX576WF Serial No Date of Manufacture Marking is intended to alert the user to radio communications. Other versions may ...cause harmful interference to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding...
...model and serial numbers are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in the literature accompanying the appliance. DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W/ DAV-HDX576WF Serial No Date of Manufacture Marking is intended to alert the user to radio communications. Other versions may ...cause harmful interference to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding...
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... VIDEO, DVD+RW/DVD+R, and DVDRW/DVD-R. • Measurements are for North American models. • The default setting is underlined. DAV-HDX277WC is the model used for the surround amplifier or S-AIR receiver in this operating instructions refer only to when the surround amplifier or S-AIR.... • The instructions in this manual are expressed in feet (ft) for DAVHDX277WC, DAV-HDX279W, and DAVHDX576WF. Notes or instructions for illustration purposes. About the S-AIR function The system is compatible with the S-AIR function, which allows transmission of the S-AIR products is used...
... VIDEO, DVD+RW/DVD+R, and DVDRW/DVD-R. • Measurements are for North American models. • The default setting is underlined. DAV-HDX277WC is the model used for the surround amplifier or S-AIR receiver in this operating instructions refer only to when the surround amplifier or S-AIR.... • The instructions in this manual are expressed in feet (ft) for DAVHDX277WC, DAV-HDX279W, and DAVHDX576WF. Notes or instructions for illustration purposes. About the S-AIR function The system is compatible with the S-AIR function, which allows transmission of the S-AIR products is used...
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Getting Started Getting Started Unpacking DAV-HDX277WC • Front speakers (2) • Center speaker (1) • Surround speakers (2) • Subwoofer (1) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Foot pads (1 set) or • Speaker cords (6, red/...
Getting Started Getting Started Unpacking DAV-HDX277WC • Front speakers (2) • Center speaker (1) • Surround speakers (2) • Subwoofer (1) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Foot pads (1 set) or • Speaker cords (6, red/...
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Getting Started DAV-HDX279W • Front speakers (2) • Center speaker (1) • Surround speakers (2) • Subwoofer (1) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Foot pads (1 set) or • Surround amplifier (1) ...
Getting Started DAV-HDX279W • Front speakers (2) • Center speaker (1) • Surround speakers (2) • Subwoofer (1) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Foot pads (1 set) or • Surround amplifier (1) ...
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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 ...
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 ...
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... page 25. Post Bottom of the base Speaker cord , Two holes Top of the post that has two holes. 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...; Posts (2) • Bases (2) • Mounting plates (2) • Post covers (2) • Screws (large, with the orientation of the post. Thread the speaker cord (and the speaker system cord) into the end of the base 13US
... page 25. Post Bottom of the base Speaker cord , Two holes Top of the post that has two holes. 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...; Posts (2) • Bases (2) • Mounting plates (2) • Post covers (2) • Screws (large, with the orientation of the post. Thread the speaker cord (and the speaker system cord) into the end of the base 13US
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...DAV-HDX277WC B A A Front speaker (L (left)) B Front speaker (R (right)) C Center speaker D Surround speaker (L (left)) E Surround speaker (R (right)) F Subwoofer G Unit CF G E Top view AA A A A CB B D A A C A C * Not supplied. The front speakers can be placed at the same distance from the listening position. However, this system...16 ft) closer (C) to 23 ft) (A) from the listening position (A). Place the system as illustrated below. Getting Started Step 2: Positioning the System For the best possible surround sound, all the speakers other than the subwoofer should be ...
...DAV-HDX277WC B A A Front speaker (L (left)) B Front speaker (R (right)) C Center speaker D Surround speaker (L (left)) E Surround speaker (R (right)) F Subwoofer G Unit CF G E Top view AA A A A CB B D A A C A C * Not supplied. The front speakers can be placed at the same distance from the listening position. However, this system...16 ft) closer (C) to 23 ft) (A) from the listening position (A). Place the system as illustrated below. Getting Started Step 2: Positioning the System For the best possible surround sound, all the speakers other than the subwoofer should be ...
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... (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. Dusty or dirty - 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 (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...
... (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. Dusty or dirty - 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 (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...
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... hole on a specially treated (waxed, oiled, polished, etc.) floor, as the speaker may result. • Do not use any type of the speakers, Sony recommends that are suitable for a Room" (page 89) and "Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically" (page 90). Subject to 13/32 inch) 20US Subject to ... caution when placing the speakers and/or speaker stands attached to the speakers on the back of the speaker 2 Fasten the screws to the speaker. DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W For the center speaker 145 mm (5 3/4 inches) For the other speakers 8 to 10 mm (11/32 to 13/32 inch) 8 to 10 ...
... hole on a specially treated (waxed, oiled, polished, etc.) floor, as the speaker may result. • Do not use any type of the speakers, Sony recommends that are suitable for a Room" (page 89) and "Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically" (page 90). Subject to 13/32 inch) 20US Subject to ... caution when placing the speakers and/or speaker stands attached to the speakers on the back of the speaker 2 Fasten the screws to the speaker. DAV-HDX277WC/DAV-HDX279W For the center speaker 145 mm (5 3/4 inches) For the other speakers 8 to 10 mm (11/32 to 13/32 inch) 8 to 10 ...
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As a plaster board wall is especially fragile, attach the screws securely to a beam and fasten them to be used. • Sony is applied. • Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall material or screws to the wall. Install the speakers on the back of the... screws that are suitable for accident or damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall strength or improper screw installation, natural calamity, etc. 21US 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 ...
As a plaster board wall is especially fragile, attach the screws securely to a beam and fasten them to be used. • Sony is applied. • Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall material or screws to the wall. Install the speakers on the back of the... screws that are suitable for accident or damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall strength or improper screw installation, natural calamity, etc. 21US 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 ...
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Getting Started Step 3: Connecting the System See the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from 1 to a level where sound is not distorted. DAV-HDX277WC 3 DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter 3 Portable audio source 3 VCR, digital satellite receiver, or PlayStation, etc. 2 TV 5 Wireless transceiver 4 AM loop antenna (aerial) 4 FM wire antenna (aerial) 6 ...
Getting Started Step 3: Connecting the System See the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from 1 to a level where sound is not distorted. DAV-HDX277WC 3 DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter 3 Portable audio source 3 VCR, digital satellite receiver, or PlayStation, etc. 2 TV 5 Wireless transceiver 4 AM loop antenna (aerial) 4 FM wire antenna (aerial) 6 ...
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Getting Started DAV-HDX279W 3 DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter 3 Portable audio source 2 TV 5 Wireless transceiver 3 VCR, digital satellite receiver, or PlayStation, etc. 4 AM loop antenna (aerial) 4 FM wire antenna (aerial) 6 AC power cord (mains lead) 1 Front speaker (L) 1 Center speaker 1 Subwoofer 5 Wireless transceiver 1 Front speaker (R) Surround amplifier 6 AC power cord (mains lead) 1 Surround speaker (L) :Signal flow 1 Surround speaker (R) 23US
Getting Started DAV-HDX279W 3 DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter 3 Portable audio source 2 TV 5 Wireless transceiver 3 VCR, digital satellite receiver, or PlayStation, etc. 4 AM loop antenna (aerial) 4 FM wire antenna (aerial) 6 AC power cord (mains lead) 1 Front speaker (L) 1 Center speaker 1 Subwoofer 5 Wireless transceiver 1 Front speaker (R) Surround amplifier 6 AC power cord (mains lead) 1 Surround speaker (L) :Signal flow 1 Surround speaker (R) 23US
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... speakers: the speaker cord with the color tube to 3, and the speaker cord without the color tube to be connected. Rear of the jacks to #. DAV-HDX277WC Rear panel SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER SPEAKER TV/VIDEO DIGITAL IN COAXIAL OPTICAL FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L HDMI OUT DMPORT DC5V 0.7A MAX EZW-RT10 COMPONENT...
... speakers: the speaker cord with the color tube to 3, and the speaker cord without the color tube to be connected. Rear of the jacks to #. DAV-HDX277WC Rear panel SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER SPEAKER TV/VIDEO DIGITAL IN COAXIAL OPTICAL FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L HDMI OUT DMPORT DC5V 0.7A MAX EZW-RT10 COMPONENT...
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Getting Started DAV-HDX279W Rear panel of the unit SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER SPEAKER TV/VIDEO DIGITAL IN COAXIAL OPTICAL FRONT R FRONT L HDMI OUT DMPORT DC5V 0.7A MAX SPEAKER ...
Getting Started DAV-HDX279W Rear panel of the unit SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER SPEAKER TV/VIDEO DIGITAL IN COAXIAL OPTICAL FRONT R FRONT L HDMI OUT DMPORT DC5V 0.7A MAX SPEAKER ...
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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 ...
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 ...
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DAV-HDX277WC Digital optical cord (not supplied) Digital coaxial cord (not supplied) TDVIG/VITIDALEION COAXIAL OPTICAL or Audio cord (not supplied) TV/VIDEO R AUDIO IN L White Red ... can improve sound quality by connecting with the audio cord (not supplied) (A). Picture quality improves in order from the six speakers of the system, connect the TV and the system with the digital cord (B). Getting Started 2 Connecting the TV Use the parts as follows: • Video cord (1) To listen to TV sound...
DAV-HDX277WC Digital optical cord (not supplied) Digital coaxial cord (not supplied) TDVIG/VITIDALEION COAXIAL OPTICAL or Audio cord (not supplied) TV/VIDEO R AUDIO IN L White Red ... can improve sound quality by connecting with the audio cord (not supplied) (A). Picture quality improves in order from the six speakers of the system, connect the TV and the system with the digital cord (B). Getting Started 2 Connecting the TV Use the parts as follows: • Video cord (1) To listen to TV sound...
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Getting Started DAV-HDX279W Digital optical cord (not supplied) Digital coaxial cord (not supplied) TDVIG/VITIDALEION COAXIAL OPTICAL or Audio cord (not supplied) TV/VIDEO R AUDIO IN L White ...
Getting Started DAV-HDX279W Digital optical cord (not supplied) Digital coaxial cord (not supplied) TDVIG/VITIDALEION COAXIAL OPTICAL or Audio cord (not supplied) TV/VIDEO R AUDIO IN L White ...
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... If the digital signal ceases, the analog signal will be processed after 2 seconds. Getting Started DAV-HDX576WF Digital optical cord (not supplied) Digital coaxial cord (not supplied) TV DIGITAL IN COAXIAL ... your TV has the HDMI jack, 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). Note ...function, video signal is not output from the HDMI OUT and COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. • The system can connect another component, such as a VCR, digital satellite receiver, or PlayStation, to progressive format (...
... If the digital signal ceases, the analog signal will be processed after 2 seconds. Getting Started DAV-HDX576WF Digital optical cord (not supplied) Digital coaxial cord (not supplied) TV DIGITAL IN COAXIAL ... your TV has the HDMI jack, 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). Note ...function, video signal is not output from the HDMI OUT and COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. • The system can connect another component, such as a VCR, digital satellite receiver, or PlayStation, to progressive format (...
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... Started 3 Connecting the other components You can enjoy the connected component using the six speakers of the system. • Portable audio source: A • DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter: B • VCR, digital satellite receiver, or PlayStation, etc.: C DAV-HDX277WC Stereo mini-plug cord (not supplied) To the portable audio source Front panel SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER...
... Started 3 Connecting the other components You can enjoy the connected component using the six speakers of the system. • Portable audio source: A • DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter: B • VCR, digital satellite receiver, or PlayStation, etc.: C DAV-HDX277WC Stereo mini-plug cord (not supplied) To the portable audio source Front panel SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER...