Sony DX255 user manual

User manual for the device Sony DX255

Device: Sony DX255
Category: Home Theater System
Manufacturer: Sony
Size: 1.34 MB
Added : 11/24/2013
Number of pages: 100
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2-661-595-12(2)
DVD Home Theatre
System
Operating Instructions
* *DAV-DX255/DX315 only
DAV-DX155/DX255/DX315
©2006 Sony Corporation

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3 provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. WARNING Model No. DAV-DX155/DAV-DX255/DAV-DX315 To reduce the risk of fire or electric Serial No.______________ shock, do not expose this apparatus to WARNING rain or moisture. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Caution – The use of optical instruments Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to with this produ

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disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug, never by the cord. Installing  Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat buildup.  Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies) that may block the ventilation slots.  Do not install the unit near heat sources such as radiators, or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration, or shock.  Do not install the unit in an inclined posit

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Table of Contents Welcome!................................................3 Creating Your Own Program................ 38 About This Manual .................................6 (Program Play) This System Can Play the Following Playing in Random Order..................... 40 Discs .................................................7 (Shuffle Play) Playing Repeatedly............................... 41 Getting Started – BASIC – (Repeat Play) Step 1: Assembling Using the DVD’s Menu........................

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Advanced Settings and Adjustments Locking Discs .......................................63 (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL) Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Room ..............................................66 (SPEAKER FORMATION) Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically .................................68 (AUTO CALIBRATION) Using the Setup Display........................70 Setting the Display or Sound Track Language ........................................72 [LANGU

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1) MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio data. About This Manual 2) Except for North American models. ® 3)  The instructions in this manual describe the DivX is a video file compression technology, controls on the remote. You can also use the developed by DivX, Inc. 4) controls on the system if they have the same or DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are similar names as those on the remote. trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used u

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– MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files, and DivX video files* of format conforming to This System Can Play the ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, or its extended Following Discs format, Joliet The system can play DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/ Format of Disc logo DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs recorded in the discs following formats: DVD VIDEO – MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files and DivX video files* of format conforming to UDF (Universal Disc Format) DVD-RW/ * Except for North American models DVD-R Example of discs th

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ALL operating instructions for the recording device. DVD VIDEOs labeled will also play on this Note that some playback functions may not system. work with some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, even if If you try to play any other DVD VIDEO, the they have been correctly finalized. In this case, message [Playback prohibited by area view the disc by normal playback. Also some limitations.] will appear on the TV screen. DATA CDs/DATA DVDs created in Packet Depending on the DVD VIDEO, no region code Write forma

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Getting Started – BASIC – Getting Started – BASIC – See Unpacking in Specifications, page 84. Inserting batteries into the remote You can control the system using the supplied remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the system. 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

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Step 1: Assembling the Speakers Before connecting the speakers, attach the speaker stand to the speaker. (For the front speakers of DAV-DX315 only.) Note  Spread a cloth on the floor to avoid damaging the floor. Tip  You can use the speaker without the speaker stand by installing it on the wall (page 23). 1 Secure the post to the base. The long post is for floor use, the short post is for tabletop use. or Post (short) Post (long) Base 2 Draw the speaker cord through the hole on the base, then

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Getting Started – BASIC – 3 Secure the pedestal to the post. Note  If it is hard to secure the pedestal, remove and secure it again. Securing the pedestal forcibly may ruin the screw threads. 4 Connect the speaker cords to the speaker, then run them through the slots (A, B, C, and D) all the way. A B C D continued GB 11

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5 Slide the speaker down slowly onto the pedestal. Adjust the length of the speaker cord. Note  Do not catch the speaker cord between the speaker and the pedestal.  Do not drop the speaker when mounting. 6 Secure the speaker with the screws in order 1 to 2. 1 2 Screws (2) (supplied) GB 12 Getting Started – BASIC –

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Getting Started – BASIC – Step 2: Connecting the System and TV This hookup is the basic connection of the system to the speakers and TV. For other TV connections, see page 24. For other component connection, see page 27. To accept progressive signals, see page 25. To change the color system (PAL or NTSC), see page 17. Refer to the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from 1 to 4 on the following pages. DAV-DX155/DX255 Front speaker (R) Front speaker (L) Center speaker

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DAV-DX315 Front speaker (L) Front speaker (R) Center speaker AM loop antenna (aerial) ANTENNA AM MONITOR OUT SPEAKER COMPONENT VIDEO OUT TV/VCR VIDEO YPB/CB PR/CR COAXIAL FM75 S VIDEO (DVD ONLY) FRONT R FRONT L CENTER WOOFER SUR R SUR L RL AUDIO IN (DVD ONLY) AC power cord (mains lead) FM wire antenna B A (aerial) VIDEO AUDIO IN OUT L R Subwoofer TV Surround speaker (R) Surround speaker (L) GB 14 Getting Started – BASIC –

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Getting Started – BASIC – 1 Connecting the Speakers Required cords The connector and color tube of the speaker cords are the same color as the label of the jacks to be connected. Color tube (+) (–) Note  Do not catch the speaker cord insulation in the SPEAKER jack. To avoid short-circuiting the speakers Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage the system. To prevent this, be sure to follow these precautions when connecting the speakers. Make sure the bare wire of each speaker cord does not

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AM Tip  When you want to output the TV sound or stereo sound of a 2 channel source from the 6 speakers, select the “Dolby Pro Logic,” “Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE,” or “Dolby Pro Logic II MUSIC” sound field (page 33). 3 Connecting the Antenna (Aerial) To connect the AM antenna (aerial) Plastic stand (supplied) Antenna (aerial) The shape and the length of the antenna (aerial) is designed to receive AM signals. Do not dismantle or roll up the antenna (aerial). 1 Remove only the loop part from the

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Getting Started – BASIC – To connect the FM wire antenna (aerial) Connect the FM wire antenna (aerial) to the COAXIAL FM 75 Ω jack. FM wire antenna (aerial) FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied) (supplied) or COAXIAL FM 75 Ω jack COAXIAL FM 75 Ω jack 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 system to an

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 Do not lean or hang on the speaker, as the speaker may fall down. Step 3: Positioning the Tip System  When you change the positions of the speakers, it is recommended that you change the settings. For details, see “Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Positioning the speakers Room” (page 66) and “Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically” (page 68). For the best possible surround sound, all the speakers other than the subwoofer should be the same distance from the listening p

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Getting Started – BASIC – LANGUAGE SETUP Step 4: Performing the OSD: ENGLISH MENU: ENGLISH FRENCH Quick Setup AUDIO: SPANISH SUBTITLE: PORTUGUESE Follow the steps below to make the minimum number of basic adjustments for using the system. 5 Press X/x to select a language. "/1 The system displays the menu and subtitles in the selected language. 6 Press ENTER. The Setup Display for selecting the aspect ratio of the TV to be connected appears. SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: 16:9 C/X/x/c SCREEN SAVER: 1

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10 Connect the calibration mic to the Note A.CAL MIC jack on the front panel and  Loud test sound is output when [AUTO press X/x to select [YES], then press CALIBRATION] starts. You cannot turn the ENTER. volume down. Give consideration to children and neighbor. Set up the calibration mic at the ear level  Avoid being in the measurement area and using a tripod, etc. (not supplied). The front making noise during the measurement (which of each speaker should face the calibration takes


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