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3-283-038-11(1)
DVD Home Theatre
System
Operating Instructions
DAV-DZ270 / HDZ278
©2008 Sony Corporation
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This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and WARNING maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to Owner’s Record rain or moisture. The model and serial numbers are located at the rear exterior of the control unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you Caution – The use of optical instruments
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6) Clean only with dry cloth. outlet (mains), even if the unit itself has been turned off. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. � Install this system so that the AC power cord (mains lead) can be unplugged from the wall socket 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as immediately in the event of trouble. radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Note on power cord p
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About This Operating Instructions � The instructions in this Operating Instructions describe the controls on the remote. 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 DAV- DZ270 and DAV-HDZ278. DAV-DZ270 is the model used for illustration purposes. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “DAV-DZ270 only.” � The Control Menu items may vary depending on th
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Table of Contents About This Operating Instructions..........4 Other Operations Playable Discs.........................................6 Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Getting Started Room .............................................. 78 Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Step 1: Positioning the System... 12 Automatically ................................. 79 Step 2: Connecting the System... 15 Controlling the TV with the Supplied Step 3: Performing the Quick Remote .................
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Playable Discs Type Disc logo Characteristics Icon DVD VIDEO � DVD VIDEO � DVD-R/DVD-RW in DVD VIDEO format or video mode � DVD+R/DVD+RW in DVD VIDEO format VR (Video � DVD-R/DVD-RW in VR (Video Recording) mode Recording) mode (except for DVD-R DL) Super Audio CD � Super Audio CD VIDEO CD � VIDEO CD (Ver. 1.1 and 2.0 discs) � Super VCD � CD-R/CD-RW/CD-ROM in video CD format or Super VCD format CD � Audio CD � CD-R/CD-RW in audio CD format DATA CD – � CD-R/CD-RW/CD-ROM in DATA C
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2) JPEG image files must conform to the DCF image file format. (DCF “Design rule for Camera File system”: Image standards for digital cameras regulated by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).) 3) Except for United Kingdom and North American models. 4) ® DivX is a video file compression technology, developed by DivX, Inc. 5) DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used under license. 6) A logical format of files an
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Note on DualDiscs A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with digital audio material on the other side. However, since the audio material side does not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, playback on this product is not guaranteed. About Multi Session CD � This system can play a Multi Session CD when an MP3 file is contained in the first session. Any subsequent MP3 files recorded in later sessions can also be played back. � This system can
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TM This system incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI ) 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. GB 9
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Getting Started Unpacking � Front speakers (2) and � FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) � Calibration mic (1) surround speakers (2) or � Foot pads (1 set) � Speaker cords (6, red/white/ � Center speaker (1) green/gray/blue/purple) � Operating Instructions � Speaker and TV connections �Video cord (1) (card) � Subwoofer (1) � Remote commander (remote) (1) � AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) � R6 (size AA) batteries (2) GB 10 Getting Started
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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 humid place. � Do not use a new battery with an old one. � Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries. � Do not expose the remote sensor to dire
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Step 1: Positioning the System For the best possible surround sound, all the speakers other than the subwoofer should be placed at the same distance from the listening position (A). However, this system allows you to place the center speaker up to 1.6 meters (5 ft) closer (B) and the surround speakers up to 5.0 meters (16 ft) closer (C) to the front speakers. The front speakers can be placed from 1.0 to 7.0 meters (3 to 23 ft) (A) from the listening position. Place the system as illustrated be
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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 tube to #. Color tube Front speaker (L): White Front speaker (R): Red Center speaker: Green Surround speaker (L): Blue Surround speaker (R): Gray 1 Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the
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Note � Use screws that are suitable for the wall material and strength. As a plaster board wall is especially fragile, attach the screws securely to a beam and fasten them to the wall. Install the speakers 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 not responsible for accident or damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall strength or improper screw installation, natu
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Getting Started Step 2: Connecting the System See the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from 1 to 5 on the following pages. Note � Be sure to make connections securely to avoid hum and noise. � When you connect another component with a volume control, turn up the volume of the other components to a level where sound is not distorted. 3 DIGITAL MEDIA PORT 3 Portable audio source adapter (DAV-HDZ278 only) 3 VCR, digital satellite receiver, or PlayStation, etc. 2 TV
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1 Connecting the Speakers The connector and color tube of the speaker cords are the same color as the label of the jacks to be connected. 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 tube to #. Do not catch the speaker cord insulation in the speaker terminals. Rear of speaker Color tube (+) (–) Connector When connecting to the unit, insert the connector until it clicks. DAV-DZ
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Getting Started DAV-HDZ278 Rear panel ANTENNA SPEAKER FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L COAXIAL 75 FM AM SPEAKER DIGITAL IN CENTER SUBWOOFER DC5V COAXIAL OPTICAL 0.7A MAX Y PB/CB PR/CR R AUDIO IN L TV/VIDEO HDMI OUT DMPORT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT TV/VIDEO To the surround speaker (L) (blue) To the surround speaker (R) (gray) To the center speaker (green) To the subwoofer (purple) To the front speaker (R) (red) To the front speaker (L) (white) GB 17 SPEAKER SPEAKER CENTER SUBWOOFER FRONT R FR
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2 Connecting the TV Use the parts as follows: �Video cord (1) To listen to TV sound from the six speakers of the system, connect the TV and the system with the audio cord (not supplied) (A). For video output to your TV, check the video input jacks of the TV, and select connection method A, B, or C. Picture quality improves in order from A (standard) to C (HDMI). When the TV has the digital optical or coaxial output jack, you can improve sound quality by connecting with the digital cord (B) (D
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Getting Started DAV-HDZ278 Digital optical cord (not supplied) Audio cord (not supplied) Digital coaxial cord White (not supplied) Red or To the AUDIO OUT jacks of the TV To the digital coaxial output jack of the TV To the digital optical output jack of ANTENNA SPEAKER Rear panel the TV FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L COAXIAL 75 FM AM SPEAKER DIGITAL IN CENTER SUBWOOFER DC5V 0.7A MAX COAXIAL OPTICAL Y PB/CB PR/CR R AUDIO IN L TV/VIDEO HDMI OUT DMPORT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT TV/VIDEO HDMI**
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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. The initial setting of the system for Asian models is NTSC. 1 Turn off the system by pressing "/1. 2 Turn on the system by pressing "/1 while pressing X on the unit. Each time you perform this operation, the color
