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4-127-185-11(1)
DVD Home Theatre
System
Operating Instructions
DAV-DZ280
©2009 Sony Corporation
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recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or WARNING the shop where you purchased the product. Caution – The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in hazard. the European Union and Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such other European as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. countries with separate To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilat
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Precautions About These Operating On power sources • The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long Instructions as it is connected to the AC outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off. � As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit from � The instructions in these Operating the mains, connect the unit to an easily accessible AC Instructions describe the controls on the outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the unit, remote. You can also use the controls on the disc
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“DVD-RW,” “DVD-R,” “DVD+RW,” “DVD+R,” “DVD VIDEO,” and the “CD” logos are trademarks. “BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. “PLAYSTATION” is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. “WALKMAN” and “WALKMAN” logo are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. GB 4
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Table of Contents About These Operating Instructions .......3 Other Operations Playable Discs.........................................6 Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Getting Started Room .............................................. 69 Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Step 1: Installing the System....... 11 Automatically ................................. 70 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) 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 Super Audio CD � Super Audio CD CD � Audio CD � CD-R/CD-RW in audio CD format DATA CD – � CD-R/CD-RW/CD-ROM in DATA CD
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Notes on discs This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. DualDiscs and some of the music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies do not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, therefore, these discs may not be playable by this product. Example of discs that the system cannot play The system cannot play the following discs: � CD-ROM/CD-R/CD-RW other than those recorded in the formats listed on page 6 � CD-ROM recorded in PHOTO CD f
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Region code Your system has a region code printed on the rear of the unit and will only play a DVD labeled with the same region code. ALL A DVD VIDEO labeled will also play on this system. If you try to play any other DVD VIDEO, the message [Playback prohibited by area limitations.] will appear on the TV screen. Depending on the DVD VIDEO, no region code indication may be given even though playing the DVD VIDEO is prohibited by area restrictions. Note about playback operations of a DVD or VI
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Getting Started Getting Started Unpacking � Front speakers (2) � FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) � Foot pads (1 set) or � Operating Instructions � Quick Setup Guide � Speaker cords (6, red/white/ � Center speaker (1) � DIGITAL MEDIA PORT green/gray/blue/purple) adapter (TDM-iP20) (1) � Remote commander � Surround speakers (2) (remote) (1) � Operating Instructions for the DIGITAL MEDIA � R6 (size AA) batteries (2) PORT adapter (TDM-iP20) � Subwoofer (1) � Calibration mic (1) GB 9
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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 direct sunlight or l
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Getting Started Step 1: Installing the System Positioning the system For the best possible surround sound, place all speakers at the same distance from the listening position (A). The distance can be between 1.0 to 7.0 meters. If you cannot place the center speaker and surround speakers at the same distance as (A), you can move the center speaker up to 1.6 meters closer to the listening position (B), and the surround speakers up to 5.0 meters closer to the listening position (C). The subwoofe
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Attaching the foot pads to the subwoofer Attach the foot pads (supplied) to the bottom of the subwoofer to stabilize the subwoofer and prevent it from slipping. , Remove the foot pads from the protective cover. GB 12 Getting Started
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Getting Started Installing the speakers on a wall Caution � Contact a screw shop or installer for information regarding the wall material or screws to be used. � 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. Install the speakers on a vertical and flat wall where reinforcement is applied. � Sony is not responsible for accidents or damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall stren
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3 Hang the speakers on the screws. Hole on the back of 5 mm the speaker 7 ( / inch) 32 10 mm 13 ( / inch) 32 Rear of the speaker GB 14 Getting Started
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Getting Started Step 2: Connecting the System For connecting the system, read the information on the following pages. Note � When you connect another component with a volume control, turn down the volume of the other components to a level where sound is not distorted. Connecting the speakers The connector of the speaker cords and the color tube are color-coded depending on the type of speaker. Connect the speaker cords to match the color of the SPEAKER jacks of the unit. Be sure to match the s
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Connecting the TV Depending on the jacks on your TV, select the connection method. A SCART (EURO AV) cable (not supplied) B HDMI cable (not supplied) To the SCART (EURO AV) jack of the TV. To the HDMI IN jack of the TV. Method 1: SCART (EURO AV) cable (A) connection This connection sends both video and audio signals. Method 2: HDMI* cable (B) and SCART (EURO AV) cable (A) connection If your TV has an HDMI jack, connect to the TV both with an HDMI cable and SCART (EURO AV) cable. Picture quali
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Getting Started Connecting the other components You can enjoy connected components via the system’s speakers. Portable audio source (not supplied): C USB device (not supplied): D DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter: E (TDM-iP20 is supplied. You can also use other DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters.) D Connect a USB device (page 56). C Stereo mini-plug cord (not supplied) To a portable audio source E DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (page 67) Note � Connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter so that the V marks are al
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If your TV has multiple audio/video inputs You can enjoy sound with the speakers of the system through the connected TV. Connect the components as follows. VCR, digital satellite receiver, TV PlayStation, etc. VCR, digital satellite receiver, 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 sound from more than one compo
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Getting Started Connecting the antenna (aerial) or FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied) Note � Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial). � After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial), keep it as horizontal as possible. Tip � If you have poor FM reception, use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the unit to an outdoor FM antenna (aerial) as shown below. Outdoor FM antenna (aerial) Unit ANTENNA COAXIAL 75 FM GB 19 ANTENNA COAXIAL 75 FM
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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. Wall outlet (mains): The shape of the wall outlet (mains) differs depending on the area. About the demonstration After connecting the AC power cord (mains lead), the demonstration appears in the front panel display. Setting the demonstration mode to on/off 1 Press [/1 on the unit. The system turns on. 2 Press SYSTEM MENU. 3 Press
