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3-875-153-11(1)
DVD Home Theatre
System
Operating Instructions
DAV-HDZ273
©2008 Sony Corporation
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WARNING WARNING This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to To reduce the risk of fire or electric Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful shock, do not expose this apparatus to interference in a residential installation. This rain or moisture. equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in Caution – The use of
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11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. About This Operating 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with Instructions the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to � The instructions in this Operating Instructions avoid injury from tip-over. describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the controls on the unit if they have the same or similar
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Table of Contents About This Operating Instructions..........3 Other Operations Playable Discs.........................................5 Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Getting Started Room .............................................. 60 Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Step 1: Positioning the System ...10 Automatically................................. 61 Step 2: Connecting the System...13 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) A logical format of files and folders on CD-ROMs, defined by ISO (International Organization for Standardization). “DVD-RW,” “DVD+RW,” “DVD+R,”“DVD VIDEO,” and the “CD” logos are trademarks. Example of discs that the system cannot play The system cannot play th
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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 play a Multi Session CD when a JPEG image file is contained in the first session. Any subsequent JPEG image files recorded in later sessions can also be played back. � If MP3 files and JPEG image files in music CD format or video CD format are recorded in the first session, only the
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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) � DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (TDM-iP10) (1) �Video cord (1) � Operating Instructions � Subwoofer (1) � Speaker and TV connections (card) � Remote commander (remote) (1) � AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) � R6 (size AA) batteries (2) US 8 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 1.5 meters (5 ft) closer (B) and the surround speakers up to 4.8 meters (16 ft) closer (C) to the front speakers. The front speakers can be placed from 0.9 to 6.9 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 3 Portable audio source PORT adapter 3 VCR, digital satellite receiver, or PlayStation, etc. 2 TV 4 AM loop antenna
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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. Rear p
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Getting Started 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 dig
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** HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) If your TV has the HDMI jack, use this connection and select the type of output signal (page 23). Note � During the “DMPORT” function, video signal is not output from the HDMI OUT and COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. � The system can accept both digital and analog signals. Digital signals have priority over analog signals. (COAXIAL has priority over OPTICAL.) If the digital signal ceases, the analog signal will be processed after 2 seconds. Tip � You ca
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Getting 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 Stereo mini-plug cord (not supplied) To the portable audio source Front panel ANTENNA SPEAKER Rear panel 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 Tip � Y
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If your TV has multiple audio/video inputs You can enjoy the sound with the speakers of the system through the connected TV. Connect the components as follows. VCR, digital satellite receiver TV or PlayStation, etc. VCR, digital satellite receiver or PlayStation, etc. System :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 th
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Getting Started 4 Connecting the antenna (aerial) AM loop antenna (aerial) (supplied) A B Note � Cord (A) or cord (B) can be connected to either terminal. ANTENNA SPEAKER Rear panel 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 FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied) or Note � Keep the AM loop antenna (aerial) and cord away from the system or oth
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5 Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) Before connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) of the unit to a wall outlet (mains), connect all the speakers to the unit. 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 wall outlet (mains) About the demonstration After connecting the AC power cord (mains lead), t
