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- Page 1 4-255-321-14(2) DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions DAV-BC150/BC250 ©2004 Sony Corporation...
- Page 2 The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DAV-BC150/BC250 Serial No.______________...
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Page 3: Welcome
Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ® ENERGY STAR energy efficiency. Welcome! Thank you for purchasing Sony DVD Home Theatre System. Before operating this system, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. Precautions On power sources AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified service shop. -
Page 4: On Cleaning Discs
If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. On cleaning discs Do not use a commercially available CD/DVD cleaning disc. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Locking Discs ... 52 (PARENTAL CONTROL) Other Operations Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote ... 55 Using the SONY TV DIRECT Function... 56 Using the Video or Other Unit ... 57 Enjoying the Radio ... 59 Using the Sleep Timer ... 61 Changing the Brightness of the Front Panel Display... - Page 6 Additional Information Troubleshooting ... 67 Specifications... 70 Glossary ... 72 Index to Parts and Controls... 74 Language code list ... 78 DVD Setup Menu List ... 79 AMP Menu List ... 80 Index ... 81 Quick reference for Remote Commander ...Back cover...
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Page 7: About This Manual
About this Manual • The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the controls on the system if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote. • The following symbols are used in this manual. - Page 8 Title structure Chapter VIDEO Track CD, or CD structure Index Album structure Track Album JPEG structure File Note on PBC (Playback Control) (VIDEO CDs) This system conforms to Ver. 1.1 and Ver. 2.0 of VIDEO CD standards. You can enjoy two kinds of playback depending on the disc type.
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Page 9: Notes About The Discs
Notes about CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-RW (Video mode) In some cases, CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-RW (Video mode) cannot be played on this player due to the recording quality or physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of the recording device and authoring software. The disc will not play if it has not been correctly finalized. -
Page 10: Note On Dvd 5-Disc Changer
Note on DVD 5-DISC Changer Disc changer system Sub Tray Disc DISC 3 Main Tray Playing unit The disc changer consists of a playing unit, trays which hold the discs and a stocker which transports the discs to the disc tray and the playing unit. -
Page 11: Guide To The Control Menu Display
Guide to the Control Menu Display Use the Control Menu to select a function that you would like to use. The Control Menu display appears when the DISPLAY button is pressed. For details, refer to the page in parentheses. Currently playing title number (Video CD/ CD: track number) Currently playing chapter number (Video CD/CD: index... - Page 12 SETUP (page 52, 63) Tips • Each time you press Control Menu display Control Menu display off The Control Menu items vary depending on the disc. • The Control Menu icon indicator lights up in green [OFF]. Sets various adjustments, such as picture and sound. DISPLAY, the Control Menu display changes as follows: unless you set the [REPEAT] setting to...
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Page 13: Getting Started
Getting Started Unpacking Check that you have the following items: • Speakers (5) • Subwoofer (1) • AM loop antenna (1) • FM wire antenna (1) • Speaker cords (3.5 m × 3, 10 m × 2) (11.5 ft. × 3, 33 ft. × 2) •... -
Page 14: Step 1: Speaker System Hookup
Step 1: Speaker System Hookup Connect the supplied speaker system using the supplied speaker cords by matching the colours of the jacks to those of the cords. Do not connect any speakers other than those supplied with this system. To obtain the best possible surround sound, specify the speaker parameters (distance, level, etc.) on page 24. -
Page 15: Terminals For Connecting The Speakers
Terminals for connecting the speakers Connect the Front speakers Surround speakers Center speaker Subwoofer DAV-BC150 Front speaker (R) colour label Surround speaker (R) 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 Center speaker... - Page 16 DAV-BC250 Front speaker (R) colour label Surround speaker (R) Notes on placing speakers • Do not set the speakers in an inclined position. • Do not place the speakers in locations that are: – Extremely hot or cold – Dusty or dirty –...
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Page 17: To Avoid Short-Circuiting The Speakers
• Do not lean or hang on the speaker, as the speaker may fall down. Note Do not catch the speaker cable insulation in the SPEAKER jack. Connect the speaker cable after bending the speaker wire at the end of the insulation. This prevents the speaker cable from being caught in the SPEAKER jack. -
Page 18: To Change The Speaker Cables
To change the speaker cables If you want to use a different speaker cable, you can detach the plug for attachment to another cable. Detaching Catcher With the catcher facing down, press and hold the plug down against a flat surface and remove the cords from the plug. -
Page 19: Step 2: Antenna Hookups
Step 2: Antenna Hookups Connect the supplied AM/FM antennas for listening to the radio. Terminals for connecting the antennas Connect the AM loop antenna FM wire antenna Notes • To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away from the system and other components. •... -
Page 20: Step 3: Tv And Audio Component Hookups
Step 3: TV and Audio Component Hookups Required cords Video cord for connecting a TV Audio cords (not supplied) When connecting a cord, be sure to match the colour-coded sleeves to the appropriate jacks on the components. Terminals for connecting video and audio components Connect the VCR/Digital satellite receiver Notes... - Page 21 OUTPUT AUDIO VCR or Digital TV with COMPONENT satellite receiver Notes • Make connections securely to prevent unwanted noise. • Refer to the instructions supplied with the TV. • The system cannot output an audio signal to the connected TV. Only the audio signal of the TV is output from the system speakers.
- Page 22 Does your TV accept progressive signals? Progressive is the method for displaying TV images which reduces flickering, and sharpens the image. To display using this method, you need to connect to a TV that accepts progressive signals. Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select “DVD.” Press PROGRESSIVE.
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Page 23: Output Tv/Vcr Sound From Speakers
Output the TV or VCR sound from the speakers Connect audio cords. Connect the AUDIO OUT (L/R) jacks of TV or VCR to the VIDEO/SAT jacks (AUDIO IN L/R) of this system with audio cords. AUDIO * AUDIO OUT (L/R) jacks If your TV does not have AUDIO OUT (L/R) jacks, you cannot output the TV sound from the speakers of this system. -
Page 24: Speaker Setup
Speaker Setup Positioning the speakers For the best possible surround sound, all the speakers other than the subwoofer should be the same distance from the listening position (A). However, this system allows you to place the center speaker up to 1.6 metres the surround speakers up to 4.6 metres (C) to the listening position. - Page 25 Adjusting the speaker settings by using the front panel display on the system You can set speaker settings using the AMP menu displayed in the front panel. AMP menu List SP SETUP CENTER SP CENTER Y CENTER N SURR Y SURR SP SURR N F DIST...
- Page 26 x SP SETUP If you do not connect center or surround speakers, or move the surround speakers, set the parameters for CENTER and SURROUND. CENTER SP CENTER Y: Select this if you use a (center center speaker. speaker) CENTER N: Select this if no center speaker is used.
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Page 27: Test Tone
Narrows the DYNAMIC range of the sound track. Useful for watching movies at low volume late at night. AUDIO DRC DRC OFF: No compression of DYNAMIC range. DRC STD: Reproduces the sound track with the kind of DYNAMIC range that the recording engineer intended. -
Page 28: Playing Discs
Playing Discs Playing Discs Depending on the DVD or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the operation details supplied with your disc. DISC 1-5 A "/1 Disc tray DISC1 DISC2 STANDBY indicator DISC SKIP Turn on your TV. Switch the input selector on the TV to this system. - Page 29 After following Step 6 Depending on the disc, a menu may appear on the TV screen. You can play the disc interactively by following the instructions on the menu. (DVD: page 32), (VIDEO CD: page 32). To remove the disc Press DISC 1-5 A on the system.
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Page 30: Additional Operations
Additional operations MUTING DISC SKIP ./> Stop Pause* Resume play after pause Go to the next chapter, track, scene, or file Go back to the preceding chapter, track, scene, or file Mute the sound Change a disc while playing another disc Play the desired disc directly DISC 1-5 on the Stop play and remove the desired disc... -
Page 31: Resuming Playback From The Point Where You Stopped The Disc
Resuming Playback from the Point Where You Stopped the Disc (Resume Play) When you stop the disc, the system remembers the point where you pressed x and “RESUME” appears in the front panel display. Providing you do not remove the disc or change other disc pressing DISC SKIP on the remote or DISC 1 –... -
Page 32: Using The Dvd's Menu
Using the DVD’s Menu A DVD is divided into a lot of sections, which make up a picture or music feature. These sections are called “titles.” When you play a DVD which contains several titles, you can select the title you want using TOP MENU. When you play DVDs that allow you to select items such as the language for the subtitles and the language for the sound, select these items... -
Page 33: Playing An Mp3 Audio Track
Notes • Depending on the VIDEO CD, the menu does not appear in Step 1. • Depending on the VIDEO CD, “Press ENTER” in Step 3 may appear as “Press SELECT” in the instructions supplied with the disc. In this case, press To play without using PBC, press ./>... - Page 34 Selecting an album and track C/X/x/c DISPLAY Press DISPLAY. The Control Menu and name of the MP3 data disc appear. Press X/x to select then press ENTER or c. The list of albums contained on the disc appears. ROCK BEST HIT KARAOKE JAZZ R&B...
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Page 35: Playing Jpeg Image Files
Playing JPEG Image Files You can play JPEG image files on CD-ROMs, CD-Rs, or CD-RWs. However, the discs must be recorded according to ISO9660 Level 1, Level 2 or Joliet format for the system to recognize the files. You can also play discs recorded in Multi Session. -
Page 36: To Rotate The Current Image
When the list of all files or albums cannot be displayed on the window, the jump bar appears. Press c to select the jump bar icon, and then scroll the jump bar to display the rest of the list using X/x. Press C or O RETURN to return to the file or the album list. -
Page 37: Playing Repeatedly
Playing Repeatedly (Repeat Play) You can play all the titles/tracks/files or a single title/chapter/track on a disc. You cannot perform Repeat Play during PBC playback of VIDEO CDs (page 32). REPEAT/ FM MODE C/X/x/c DISPLAY Press DISPLAY. The Control Menu appears. Press X/x to select (REPEAT), then press ENTER. -
Page 38: Searching For A Particular Point On A Disc
Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc (Scan, Slow-motion Play) You can locate a particular point on a disc quickly by monitoring the picture or by playing back slowly. Notes • Depending on the DVD/VIDEO CD, you may not be able to perform some of the operations described. -
Page 39: (Scan, Slow-Motion Play) Searching For A Title/Chapter/Track/Index/Album/File
Searching for a Title/ Chapter/Track/Index/ Album/File You can search a title (DVD), chapter (DVD), track (CD, VIDEO CD, MP3), index (VIDEO CD), album (MP3, JPEG), and file (JPEG). As titles, tracks, albums, and files are assigned unique names on the disc, you can select the desired one from the Control Menu. -
Page 40: Searching For A Chapter/Index
Searching for a chapter/index Press DISPLAY. The Control Menu appears. Press X/x to select the search method. x When playing a DVD (CHAPTER) x When playing a VIDEO CD (Without PBC functions) (INDEX) Example: when you select (CHAPTER) “** (**)” is selected (** refers to a number). -
Page 41: Viewing Information In The Front Panel Display
Viewing Information in the Front Panel Display Viewing the Playing Time and Remaining Time in the Front Panel Display You can check disc information, such as the remaining time, total number of titles in a DVD, tracks in a VIDEO CD, CD or MP3, or files in a JPEG using the front panel display (page 75). - Page 42 When playing a VIDEO CD (without PBC functions) or CD Playing time and current track number (when playing a CD) Remaining time of the current track Playing time of the disc Remaining time of the disc Disc name When playing an MP3 Playing time and current track number Track (file) name When playing a JPEG...
- Page 43 Viewing the Sound Field, Volume Level, or Frequency in the front panel display You can check the current sound field, volume level, frequency, or station name using the front panel display. Press DISPLAY. Each time you press DISPLAY, the display changes as shown in the charts.
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Page 44: Checking The Playing Time And Remaining Time
Checking the Playing Time and Remaining Time You can check the playing time and remaining time of the current title, chapter, or track, and the total playing time or remaining time of the disc. You can also check the DVD text and MP3 folder name/file name recorded on the disc. -
Page 45: Checking The Date Information (Jpeg Only)
Checking the date information (JPEG only) You can check the date information during playback when the Exif* tag is recorded in the JPEG image data. DISPLAY Press DISPLAY during playback. The Control Menu appears. FAMILY 1 ( 2 0 ) BIRTHDAY 01/ 01/ 2003 Date information * “Exchangeable Image File Format”... -
Page 46: Sound Adjustments
Sound Adjustments Changing the Sound If a DVD is recorded with multilingual tracks, you can select the language you want while playing the DVD. If the DVD is recorded in multiple audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital, MPEG audio, or DTS), you can select the audio format you want while playing the DVD. -
Page 47: Dvd Only
Displaying the audio information of the disc (DVD only) When you select [AUDIO], the channels being played are displayed on the screen. For example, in Dolby Digital format, multiple signals ranging from monaural to 5.1 channel signals can be recorded on a DVD. Depending on the DVD, the number of recorded channels may differ. -
Page 48: Enjoying Surround Sound
Enjoying Surround Sound You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the system’s pre- programmed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theatres into your home. To select sound field, press AUTO FORMAT DIRECT or MODE on the remote repeatedly until the sound field you want appears in the front panel display. -
Page 49: Selecting A Sound Field
Selecting a sound field (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT button) AUTO FORMAT DIRECT Press AUTO FORMAT DIRECT on the remote repeatedly until the sound field you want appears in the front panel display. Sound field Display AUTO FORMAT DIRECT A.F.D. AUTO AUTO AUTO FORMAT DIRECT DOLBY PL PRO LOGIC... -
Page 50: Using The Sound Effect
To turn the surround effect off Press AUTO FORMAT DIRECT on the remote repeatedly until “A.F.D. AUTO” appears in the front panel display, or press MODE on the remote to display “2CH ST.” Note When the input signal is multi channel source, AUTO FORMAT DIRECT PRO LOGIC, AUTO FORMAT DIRECT PRO LOGICII MOVIE/MUSIC are cancelled and the multi channel source is output... -
Page 51: Using Various Additional Functions
Using Various Additional Functions Changing the Angles If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on a DVD, you can change the viewing angle. For example, while playing a scene of a train in motion, you can display the view from either the front of the train, the left window of the train, or from the right window without having the train’s movement interrupted. -
Page 52: Locking Discs
Locking Discs (PARENTAL CONTROL) You can set a playback restriction for a disc. Parental Control You can set a playback limit some DVDs according to a predetermined level, such as the age of the viewer. Limiting playback for children (Parental Control) (DVD only) Playback of some DVDs can be limited according to a predetermined level, such as the... - Page 53 x When you have already registered a password The display for entering the password appears. CUSTOM SETUP PARENTAL CONTROL Enter password, then press ENTER Enter your password using the number buttons, then press ENTER. The display for setting the playback limitation level and changing the password appears.
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Page 54: Area Code
Playing the disc for which Parental Control is set Insert the disc and press H. The [PARENTAL CONTROL] display appears. Enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER. The system starts playback. Notes • If you play a DVD which does not have the Parental Control function, playback cannot be limited on this system. -
Page 55: Other Operations
Other Operations Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote You can control your TV (SONY only) with the supplied remote. Controlling TVs with the remote Number buttons TV VOL –/+ Controlling the TV You can control your TV using the buttons below. -
Page 56: Using The Sony Tv Direct Function
Using the SONY TV DIRECT Function SONY TV DIRECT allow you to turn on your SONY TV and this system, change the system mode to “DVD,” and then switch the TV’s input source you set with one button push. -
Page 57: Using The Video Or Other Unit
While transmitting the code from the remote, the TV button flashes. Notes • This function is only for the SONY TV series, however, some TV products may also not work. • If this function does not work, change the transmit time. - Page 58 To use a digital satellite receiver or other components with a high audio output level Connect the satellite receiver to the VIDEO/ SAT jacks of this system. You can also connect the components with a high audio output level (including 2V r.m.s components, such as MD, etc.) to the VIDEO/SAT jacks, and perform the following to prevent distortion occurring.
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Page 59: Presetting Radio Stations
Enjoying the Radio Presetting Radio Stations You can preset 20 FM stations, and 10 AM stations. Before tuning, make sure to turn down the volume to minimum. TUNER/ BAND TUNER MENU C/X/x/c Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly until the band you want appears in the front panel display. -
Page 60: Listening To The Radio
Listening to the Radio Preset radio stations in the system’s memory first (see “Presetting Radio Stations” on page 59). REPEAT/ FM MODE TUNER/ BAND PRESET –/+ Press FUNCTION repeatedly until FM or AM appears in the front panel display. The last received station is tuned in. Press PRESET + or –... -
Page 61: Using The Sleep Timer
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until FM or AM appears in the front panel display. The last station you received is tuned in. Each time you press FUNCTION, the mode of the system changes in the following sequence: TUNER FM t TUNER AM t VIDEO (SAT) t DVD t TUNER FM…... -
Page 62: Changing The Brightness Of The Front Panel Display
Changing the Brightness of the Front Panel Display The brightness of the front panel display can be set to either of two levels. C/X/x/c Press AMP MENU. Press X or x until “CUSTOMIZE” appears in the front panel display, then press ENTER or c. -
Page 63: Settings And Adjustments
Settings and Adjustments Using the Setup Display By using the Setup Display, you can make various adjustments to items, such as picture and sound. You can also set the subtitle language and the Setup Display, among other things. For details on each Setup Display item, see page 64- 66. -
Page 64: Setting The Display Or Sound Track Language
Select a setting using X/x, then press ENTER. The setting is selected and setup is complete. Example: [4:3 PAN SCAN] SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: SCREEN SAVER: BACKGROUND: To turn off the Setup Display Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Setup Display is turned off. * When you select [RESET] following items are returned to the default settings. -
Page 65: Settings For The Display
Settings for the Display (SCREEN SETUP) Choose settings according to the TV to be connected. Select [SCREEN SETUP] in the Setup Display. For details on using the display, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 63). The default settings are underlined. SCREEN SETUP TV TYPE: SCREEN SAVER:... -
Page 66: (Screen Setup) Custom Settings
Custom Settings (CUSTOM SETUP) Allows setting up Parental Control and other settings. Select [CUSTOM SETUP] in the Setup Display. For details on using the display, see “Using the Setup Display” (page 63). The default settings are underlined. CUSTOM SETUP PARENTAL CONTROL TRACK SELECTION DATA CD PRIORITY: x VCD COLOR SYSTEM (Asian, Australian,... -
Page 67: Additional Information
If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the system, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repairs. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Power The power is not turned on. - Page 68 The surround effect is difficult to hear when you are playing a Dolby Digital, DTS, or MPEG audio sound track. • Make sure the sound field function is on (page 48). • Check the speaker connections and settings (pages 24, 25). •...
- Page 69 • The DVD prohibits changing the angles. A disc cannot be ejected and “LOCKED” appears in the front panel display. • Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. The system does not work normally. • If the system’s operation becomes effected, press "/1 on the system to turn off the power, then turn...
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Page 70: Specifications
Specifications AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: Amplifier section BC150 Stereo mode (rated) Surround mode (reference) North American models: Other models: BC250 Stereo mode (rated) Surround mode (reference) Front: 113 W + 113 W * Depending on the sound field settings and the source, there may be no sound output. - Page 71 Video section Outputs Video: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms S video: Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms C: 0.286 Vp-p 75 ohms COMPONENT: Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms 75 ohms Speakers (DAV-BC150) Front/Center/Surround Speaker system Bass reflex Speaker unit 70 mm (2 cone type Rated impedance 4 ohms...
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Page 72: Glossary
Glossary Album Section of a music piece or an image on a data CD containing MP3 audio tracks or JPEG files. Chapter Subdivision of a title on a DVD. A title is composed of several chapters. Dolby Digital This movie theatre sound format for is more advanced than Dolby Surround Pro Logic. - Page 73 Film based software, Video based software DVDs can be classified as Film based or Video based software. Film based DVDs contain the same images (24 frames per second) that are shown at movie theatres. Video based DVDs, such as television dramas or sit-coms, displays images at 30 frames (or 60 fields) per second.
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Page 74: Index To Parts And Controls
Index to Parts and Controls For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. Front Panel STANDBY A "/1 (power) (28) B Disc tray (28) C DISC 1-5 A (eject) indicators (28, 62) D H (play) (28, 62) E X (pause) (30) F x (stop) (30) G ./>, PRESET –/+ (30, 60, 62) -
Page 75: Front Panel Display
Front Panel Display When playing back a DVD Playing status Current mode Lights up when title or chapter names are contained in the disc Current title or chapter number When playing back a VIDEO CD, CD, or MP3 Playing status Current mode Lights up when track names are contained... - Page 76 Rear Panel A SPEAKER jacks (14) B VIDEO/SAT AUDIO IN jacks (20, 58) C COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (20) D MONITOR OUT (VIDEO / S VIDEO) jacks (20) AUDIO IN VIDEO/SAT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT FRONT R CENTER FRONT L SURR R WOOFER SURR L SPEAKER...
- Page 77 Remote A SONY TV DIRECT (56) B PROGRESSIVE (22, 55) C DISC SKIP (28, 30) D MUTING (30) E REPEAT/FM MODE (37, 60) F SLEEP (61) G TUNER/BAND (59, 60) H TUNER MENU (59, 60) I TV (55) J AUDIO (46)
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Page 78: Language Code List
Language code list The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard. Code Language 1027 Afar 1028 Abkhazian 1032 Afrikaans 1039 Amharic 1044 Arabic 1045 Assamese 1051 Aymara 1052 Azerbaijani 1053 Bashkir 1057 Byelorussian 1059 Bulgarian 1060 Bihari 1061 Bislama 1066... -
Page 79: Dvd Setup Menu List
DVD Setup Menu List You can set the following items with the DVD Setup menu. The order of the displayed items may be different from the actual display. LANGUAGE SETUP (Select the language you want to use from the displayed language list.) DVD MENU (Select the language you want to use from the... -
Page 80: Amp Menu List
AMP Menu List You can set the following items with AMP MENU on the remote. SP SETUP CENTER SP CENTER Y CENTER N SURR SP SURR Y SURR N F DIST 1.0m - 7.0m/3ft - 23ft CEN DIST 1.0m - 7.0m/3ft - 23ft SURR DIST 1.0m - 7.0m/3ft - 23ft LEVEL... -
Page 81: Index
SCENE 11 Scene 7, 73 SCREEN SAVER 65 SCREEN SETUP 65 Setup Display 63 SLEEP 61 Slow-motion 38 SONY TV DIRECT 56 Sound Field 48 Speaker System Hookup 14 SUBTITLE 51, 64 TIME SEARCH 39 TIME/TEXT 41 TITLE 39 Title 7, 73... -
Page 84: Quick Reference For Remote Commander
Note The remote control of the unit employs command signals in common with other Sony DVD products. Thus, depending on the button, other Sony DVD products may respond. A Turns a SONY TV and the system on and changes the TV’s input source.