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... confined space where ventilation is poor as it is connected to use it for a while, the system is not a malfunction. If you do , the speakers may block the ventilation slots. • Do not install the unit near heat sources, or in the system. • At high volume, over long... changed only at the qualified service shop. Installing • Allow adequate air circulation to the touch. To disconnect the cord, pull it for purchasing Sony Compact AV System. Precautions On power sources AC power cord must be completely turned off . • Unplug the unit from a cold to direct ...
... confined space where ventilation is poor as it is connected to use it for a while, the system is not a malfunction. If you do , the speakers may block the ventilation slots. • Do not install the unit near heat sources, or in the system. • At high volume, over long... changed only at the qualified service shop. Installing • Allow adequate air circulation to the touch. To disconnect the cord, pull it for purchasing Sony Compact AV System. Precautions On power sources AC power cord must be completely turned off . • Unplug the unit from a cold to direct ...
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... discs Do not use the following procedure to protect the inner mechanism. If colour irregularity should cause the TV screen to your nearest Sony dealer. After "MECHA LOCK" is capable of holding a still video image or on-screen display image on the bottom exterior of time... you carry the system, use a commercially available CD/DVD cleaning disc. On your TV's colour If the speakers should persist, place the speakers farther away from a wall outlet. 4GB Do not use any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your television screen...
... discs Do not use the following procedure to protect the inner mechanism. If colour irregularity should cause the TV screen to your nearest Sony dealer. After "MECHA LOCK" is capable of holding a still video image or on-screen display image on the bottom exterior of time... you carry the system, use a commercially available CD/DVD cleaning disc. On your TV's colour If the speakers should persist, place the speakers farther away from a wall outlet. 4GB Do not use any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your television screen...
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... 10 Note on DVD 5-DISC changer 10 Guide to the Control Menu Display...... 11 Getting Started Unpacking 13 Inserting Batteries into the Remote....... 13 Step 1: Speaker System Hookup........... 14 Step 2: Antenna Hookups 18 Step 3: TV and Video Component Hookups 20 Step 4: Connecting the AC Power Cords 22... Speaker Setup 23 Playing Discs Playing Discs 24 Resuming Playback from the Point Where You Stopped the Disc 27 (Resume Play) Using the DVD's Menu 27 ...
... 10 Note on DVD 5-DISC changer 10 Guide to the Control Menu Display...... 11 Getting Started Unpacking 13 Inserting Batteries into the Remote....... 13 Step 1: Speaker System Hookup........... 14 Step 2: Antenna Hookups 18 Step 3: TV and Video Component Hookups 20 Step 4: Connecting the AC Power Cords 22... Speaker Setup 23 Playing Discs Playing Discs 24 Resuming Playback from the Point Where You Stopped the Disc 27 (Resume Play) Using the DVD's Menu 27 ...
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Doing so may cause a malfunction. • If you have the following items: • Speakers (5) • Subwoofer (1) • AM loop antenna (1) • FM wire antenna (1) • Speaker cords (3.5m × 3, 10m × 2, 5m × 1) (12ft. × 3, 34ft. × 2, 17ft... cord (1) • Remote Commander (remote) RM-SP900 (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Operating Instructions (1) • Speakers-connection and Installation (card) (1) Inserting Batteries into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries. • Do not expose the remote sensor ...
Doing so may cause a malfunction. • If you have the following items: • Speakers (5) • Subwoofer (1) • AM loop antenna (1) • FM wire antenna (1) • Speaker cords (3.5m × 3, 10m × 2, 5m × 1) (12ft. × 3, 34ft. × 2, 17ft... cord (1) • Remote Commander (remote) RM-SP900 (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Operating Instructions (1) • Speakers-connection and Installation (card) (1) Inserting Batteries into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries. • Do not expose the remote sensor ...
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Do not connect any speakers other than those of the jacks to those supplied with this system. Required cords Speaker cords The connector and the colour tube of the speaker cords are the same colour as the label of the cords. Step 1: Speaker System Hookup Connect the supplied speaker system using the supplied speaker cords by matching the colours of the jacks to be connected. (-) (-) (+) (+) colour tube 14GB To obtain the best possible surround sound, specify the speaker parameters (distance, level, etc.) on page 23.
Do not connect any speakers other than those of the jacks to those supplied with this system. Required cords Speaker cords The connector and the colour tube of the speaker cords are the same colour as the label of the cords. Step 1: Speaker System Hookup Connect the supplied speaker system using the supplied speaker cords by matching the colours of the jacks to be connected. (-) (-) (+) (+) colour tube 14GB To obtain the best possible surround sound, specify the speaker parameters (distance, level, etc.) on page 23.
Operating Instructions
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continued 15GB Getting Started Terminals for connecting the speakers Connect Front speakers Surround speakers Centre speaker Subwoofer To the SPEAKER FRONT L (white) and R (red) jacks SPEAKER SURR L (blue) and R (grey) jacks SPEAKER CENTER (green) jack SPEAKER WOOFER (purple) jack Front speaker (R) Centre speaker Front speaker (L) FRONT R CENTER FRONT L SURR R WOOFER SURR L SPEAKER SCAN SELECT SELECTABLE R INTERLACE COMPONENT VIDEO OUT R VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT VIDEO...
continued 15GB Getting Started Terminals for connecting the speakers Connect Front speakers Surround speakers Centre speaker Subwoofer To the SPEAKER FRONT L (white) and R (red) jacks SPEAKER SURR L (blue) and R (grey) jacks SPEAKER CENTER (green) jack SPEAKER WOOFER (purple) jack Front speaker (R) Centre speaker Front speaker (L) FRONT R CENTER FRONT L SURR R WOOFER SURR L SPEAKER SCAN SELECT SELECTABLE R INTERLACE COMPONENT VIDEO OUT R VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT VIDEO...
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...each other than the one currently displayed in the front panel display, the speaker may be short-circuited. If the cords are connected correctly. To avoid short-circuiting the speakers Short-circuiting of the insulation. If this , be sure to excessive removal .... This prevents the speaker cable from a speaker other due to follow these precautions when connecting the speakers. To prevent this happens, check the speaker connection again. Note Do not catch the speaker cable insulation in the SPEAKER jack. After connecting all the components, speakers, and AC power cord...
...each other than the one currently displayed in the front panel display, the speaker may be short-circuited. If the cords are connected correctly. To avoid short-circuiting the speakers Short-circuiting of the insulation. If this , be sure to excessive removal .... This prevents the speaker cable from a speaker other due to follow these precautions when connecting the speakers. To prevent this happens, check the speaker connection again. Note Do not catch the speaker cable insulation in the SPEAKER jack. After connecting all the components, speakers, and AC power cord...
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... of gauge cord AWG #18 - Attaching While pressing the plug down against a flat surface, insert the new speaker cords. AWG #24. • Before attaching a new cable, strip off 10 mm (13/32 in.) of its insulation and twist the bare wires of the ...plug. Note Be careful not to damage the surface you can use (desk, etc.) when attaching/detaching the speaker cords. Note that the cord marked with a line should be attached to another cable. Tips • You can detach the plug for attachment to the...
... of gauge cord AWG #18 - Attaching While pressing the plug down against a flat surface, insert the new speaker cords. AWG #24. • Before attaching a new cable, strip off 10 mm (13/32 in.) of its insulation and twist the bare wires of the ...plug. Note Be careful not to damage the surface you can use (desk, etc.) when attaching/detaching the speaker cords. Note that the cord marked with a line should be attached to another cable. Tips • You can detach the plug for attachment to the...
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... the AM loop antenna FM wire antenna To the AM terminals FM 75Ω COAXIAL jack AM loop antenna FRONT R CENTER FRONT L SURR R WOOFER SURR L SPEAKER SCAN SELECT SELECTABLE R INTERLACE COMPONENT VIDEO OUT R VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT L L AUDIO IN VIDEO IN MONITOR OUT VIDEO 2 VIDEO AUDIO IN R L VIDEO IN S VIDEO...
... the AM loop antenna FM wire antenna To the AM terminals FM 75Ω COAXIAL jack AM loop antenna FRONT R CENTER FRONT L SURR R WOOFER SURR L SPEAKER SCAN SELECT SELECTABLE R INTERLACE COMPONENT VIDEO OUT R VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT L L AUDIO IN VIDEO IN MONITOR OUT VIDEO 2 VIDEO AUDIO IN R L VIDEO IN S VIDEO...
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.... The initial setting for the system, depending on the display. VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT L R OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT OUT OUT FRONT R CENTER FRONT L SURR R WOOFER SURR L SPEAKER SCAN SELECT SELECTABLE R INTERLACE COMPONENT VIDEO OUT R VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT L L AUDIO IN VIDEO IN MONITOR OUT VIDEO 2 VIDEO AUDIO IN R L VIDEO IN S VIDEO...
.... The initial setting for the system, depending on the display. VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT L R OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT OUT OUT FRONT R CENTER FRONT L SURR R WOOFER SURR L SPEAKER SCAN SELECT SELECTABLE R INTERLACE COMPONENT VIDEO OUT R VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT L L AUDIO IN VIDEO IN MONITOR OUT VIDEO 2 VIDEO AUDIO IN R L VIDEO IN S VIDEO...
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Step 4: Connecting the AC Power Cords Before connecting the AC power cords of this system to a wall outlet, connect the speakers to the system (see page 15). 22GB
Step 4: Connecting the AC Power Cords Before connecting the AC power cords of this system to a wall outlet, connect the speakers to the system (see page 15). 22GB
Operating Instructions
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...strength magnet is installed too close, colour irregularity may occur as illustrated below Note Do not place the centre and surround speakers farther away from the listening position than the subwoofer should be placed from 1.0 to the listening position. For details, see "Setting ... the subwoofer farther away from your listening position, then set . Examples of possible sources of the speakers from the TV set the level and balance. Specifying the speaker parameters To obtain the best possible surround sound, first specify the distance of magnetic interference include: magnetic...
...strength magnet is installed too close, colour irregularity may occur as illustrated below Note Do not place the centre and surround speakers farther away from the listening position than the subwoofer should be placed from 1.0 to the listening position. For details, see "Setting ... the subwoofer farther away from your listening position, then set . Examples of possible sources of the speakers from the TV set the level and balance. Specifying the speaker parameters To obtain the best possible surround sound, first specify the distance of magnetic interference include: magnetic...
Operating Instructions
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... the extension ".MP3" to data not in MP3 format, the system cannot recognize the data properly and will generate a loud noise which could damage your speaker system. • If the system cannot play MP3, remove the disc and select "CUSTOM SETUP" from the setup items. Then select "DATA CD PRIORITY" and...
... the extension ".MP3" to data not in MP3 format, the system cannot recognize the data properly and will generate a loud noise which could damage your speaker system. • If the system cannot play MP3, remove the disc and select "CUSTOM SETUP" from the setup items. Then select "DATA CD PRIORITY" and...
Operating Instructions
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... to be played. 4 Press ENTER. continued 45GB With stereo CDs, VIDEO CDs or MP3, you can select the sound from both the right and left speakers (in multiple audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital, MPEG audio, or DTS), you can select the audio format you want while playing the DVD. When 4 digits... right channel (monaural) x When playing a Super Audio CD In stop mode, depending on the Super Audio CD, the choice of the selected channel through both speakers.
... to be played. 4 Press ENTER. continued 45GB With stereo CDs, VIDEO CDs or MP3, you can select the sound from both the right and left speakers (in multiple audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital, MPEG audio, or DTS), you can select the audio format you want while playing the DVD. When 4 digits... right channel (monaural) x When playing a Super Audio CD In stop mode, depending on the Super Audio CD, the choice of the selected channel through both speakers.
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... STEREO HALL JAZZ CLUB L. Tip When you want to output the TV sound or stereo sound of a 2 channel source from the 6 speakers of audio signal being input (Dolby Digital, DTS, or standard 2 channel stereo) and performs the proper decoding if necessary. THEATER Automatic decoding..."Digital Cinema Sound." ST. CONCERT GAME 2CH STEREO *Use DCS Technology About DCS (Digital Cinema Sound) In collaboration with Sony Pictures Entertainment, Sony measured the sound environment of their studios and integrated the data of system's preprogrammed sound fields. on the preference of movie ...
... STEREO HALL JAZZ CLUB L. Tip When you want to output the TV sound or stereo sound of a 2 channel source from the 6 speakers of audio signal being input (Dolby Digital, DTS, or standard 2 channel stereo) and performs the proper decoding if necessary. THEATER Automatic decoding..."Digital Cinema Sound." ST. CONCERT GAME 2CH STEREO *Use DCS Technology About DCS (Digital Cinema Sound) In collaboration with Sony Pictures Entertainment, Sony measured the sound environment of their studios and integrated the data of system's preprogrammed sound fields. on the preference of movie ...
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... in the front panel display. ST. Notes • The virtual speaker effect may cause increased noise in the soundtrack. EX B (Cinema Studio EX B) Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment "Cary Grant Theater" cinema production studio. ST. Using only... the front speaker and subwoofer (2 CHANNEL STEREO) This mode outputs the sound from the front left and right speakers and subwoofer. Standard two channel (stereo) ...
... in the front panel display. ST. Notes • The virtual speaker effect may cause increased noise in the soundtrack. EX B (Cinema Studio EX B) Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment "Cary Grant Theater" cinema production studio. ST. Using only... the front speaker and subwoofer (2 CHANNEL STEREO) This mode outputs the sound from the front left and right speakers and subwoofer. Standard two channel (stereo) ...
Operating Instructions
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... cancelled and the multi channel source is done using an advanced, high-purity matrix surround decoder that was last applied to front, centre, and surround speakers. Sound Adjustments Selecting other sound fields SOUND FIELD +/- This is output directly. Tip The system memorizes the last soundfield selected for all preset stations. 49GB...
... cancelled and the multi channel source is done using an advanced, high-purity matrix surround decoder that was last applied to front, centre, and surround speakers. Sound Adjustments Selecting other sound fields SOUND FIELD +/- This is output directly. Tip The system memorizes the last soundfield selected for all preset stations. 49GB...
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... in the front panel display, and press ENTER. When you select "MEMO. Returning to the default settings You can return the system parameters such as speaker settings and preset station to the default settings. When you select "Really? CLR.
... in the front panel display, and press ENTER. When you select "MEMO. Returning to the default settings You can return the system parameters such as speaker settings and preset station to the default settings. When you select "Really? CLR.
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... : ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH Options Press C or O RETURN to return to select the setup item from the displayed list: "LANGUAGE SETUP," "SCREEN SETUP," "CUSTOM SETUP," "SPEAKER SETUP," and "RESET*." The selected Setup item appears. Example: "TV TYPE" SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND: COMPONENTOUT: 16:9 4:3 LETTER BOX 4:3 PAN SCAN C/X/x/c/ ENTER...
... : ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH Options Press C or O RETURN to return to select the setup item from the displayed list: "LANGUAGE SETUP," "SCREEN SETUP," "CUSTOM SETUP," "SPEAKER SETUP," and "RESET*." The selected Setup item appears. Example: "TV TYPE" SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND: COMPONENTOUT: 16:9 4:3 LETTER BOX 4:3 PAN SCAN C/X/x/c/ ENTER...
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...FRONT YES CENTER YES: Normally select this if no centre speaker is used . BEHIND (HIGH): Select this if surround speakers are located in section A and C. SIDE (HIGH): Select this if surround speakers are underlined. Settings for the Speakers (SPEAKER SETUP) To obtain the best possible surround sound, set ... return to the same level. x SIZE If you do not connect centre or surround speakers, or move the surround speakers, set for a moment. • Depending on the settings of the speakers to the default setting when changing a setting Select the item, then press CLEAR. SURROUND...
...FRONT YES CENTER YES: Normally select this if no centre speaker is used . BEHIND (HIGH): Select this if surround speakers are located in section A and C. SIDE (HIGH): Select this if surround speakers are underlined. Settings for the Speakers (SPEAKER SETUP) To obtain the best possible surround sound, set ... return to the same level. x SIZE If you do not connect centre or surround speakers, or move the surround speakers, set for a moment. • Depending on the settings of the speakers to the default setting when changing a setting Select the item, then press CLEAR. SURROUND...