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Sony DAV-C770 User Manual

Sony DAV-C770
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4-241-068-13(1)
© 2002 Sony Corporation
DAV-C770
Compact AV
System
Operating Instructions

Table of Contents

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Sony DAV-C770 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeHome Theater System
Number of Channels5.1
DVD PlaybackYes
CD PlaybackYes
Supported FormatsDVD, CD, MP3
FM TunerYes
HDMI OutputNo
USB InputNo
Digital Audio InputYes
Surround Sound TechnologyDolby Digital, DTS
Remote ControlYes
Speaker TypeSatellite Speakers

Summary

WARNING: Safety and Compliance

General Safety Precautions

Instructions to prevent fire or shock hazard from exposure to rain, moisture, or improper ventilation.

U.S.A. Specific Warnings

FCC compliance information, electrical safety warnings, and laser product classification.

Laser Safety Information

CAUTION regarding CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT and warning not to stare into the beam.

Precautions and Installation

Precautions

General Safety and Handling

Safety tips including eye hazard, liquid ingress, power sources, and system operation.

Sound Adjustments

Surround Sound Modes

Selecting pre-programmed sound fields for immersive audio experiences.

Index to Parts and Controls

Front Panel

Diagram and list identifying all controls on the front panel.

Rear Panel

Rear Panel Connectors

Diagram and list identifying all jacks and terminals on the rear panel.

Remote

Remote Control Buttons

Diagram and list identifying all functions of the remote commander.

Getting Started

Quick Overview

Introduction to the chapter and initial setup steps.

Unpacking the System

List of all items included in the system package.

Step 1: Speaker System Hookup

Terminals for connecting the speakers

Speaker Terminal Connections

Table and diagram mapping speaker types to specific terminals.

To avoid short-circuiting the speakers

Speaker Cord Conditions

Examples of improper speaker cord connections that can cause short circuits.

Step 2: Antenna Hookups

Terminals for connecting the antennas

Diagram showing connections for AM loop and FM wire antennas.

Step 3: TV and Video Component Hookups

Video Cord Connections

Connecting the system to a TV, VCR, or digital satellite receiver.

Connecting the AC Power Cord

Speaker Setup

Speaker Placement Guidelines

Recommended distances and positioning for optimal surround sound.

Specifying the speaker parameters

Setting Speaker Size

Configuring parameters for CENTER and REAR speaker sizes.

Setting Speaker Distance

Adjusting the distance settings for front, center, and rear speakers.

Speaker Distance Settings

Rear Speaker Position and Height

Specifying the balance and level of the speakers

Speaker Balance Adjustment

Adjusting the left/right balance for front and rear speakers.

Speaker Level Adjustment

Setting the volume levels for center, rear speakers, and subwoofer.

Speaker Level Settings

Presetting Radio Stations

Storing Preset Stations

Step-by-step guide to saving radio stations into memory.

Storing Preset Stations (Continued)

Playing Discs

Loading and Playing Discs

Steps to insert a disc and start playback.

Disc Operations

System Power Control

Turning the system on, off, and entering standby mode.

Resuming Playback from the Point Where You Stopped the Disc (Resume Play)

Using Resume Play

Steps to activate and utilize the Resume Play feature.

Playing an MP3 Audio Track

Loading and Playing MP3s

Steps to load and play MP3 audio tracks from data CDs.

Selecting an MP3 Album and Track

Selecting the Play Mode (All Discs, One Disc, or Album)

Play Mode Options

Choosing playback sequences: ALL, ONE, ALBUM, SHUFFLE, PROGRAM.

Creating Your Own Program (Program Play)

Programming Tracks

Arranging tracks in a desired order to create a custom playback program.

Program Play Operations

Starting Program Play

Initiating the playback of a programmed sequence of tracks.

Playing in random order (Shuffle Play)

Setting the Shuffle Mode

Selecting shuffle modes (ALL, ONE, ALBUM) via the Control Menu.

Playing repeatedly (Repeat Play)

Repeat Play Settings

Options for repeating ALL discs, TITLE, CHAPTER, or TRACK.

Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc (Scan, Slow-motion Play)

Fast Forward/Reverse (Scan)

Quickly scanning through disc content by changing playback speed.

Searching for a Title/Chapter/Index/Album

Title/Track/Album Search

Selecting content by name or number using the Control Menu.

Searching for a chapter/index

Chapter/Index Search

Selecting specific chapters or indexes by number.

Changing the Sound

DVD Audio Options

Selecting desired language and audio format for DVDs.

Automatically decoding the input audio signal (Auto Decoding)

Enjoying Surround Sound

Sound Field Selections

List of available pre-programmed sound field modes for immersive audio.

Enjoying movies with Cinema Studio EX

Using only the front speakers and subwoofer (2 Channel Stereo)

Adjusting the level parameters

Changing the Angles

Displaying the Subtitles

Locking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL)

Custom Parental Control Setup

Setting a 4-digit password to restrict playback of discs.

Playing Discs with Custom Parental Control

Limiting playback for children (Parental Control)

Setting Parental Control Levels

Choosing playback limitation levels based on age and geographic area.

Setting Parental Control Levels

Setting Standard Playback Level

Selecting playback levels like STANDARD or OTHERS.

Selecting Geographic Area

Choosing a geographic area to apply playback limitation.

Setting Playback Limitation Level

Changing the Password

Playing the disc for which Parental Control is set

Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote

Listening to the Radio

Using the Setup Display

Setting the Display or Sound Track Language (LANGUAGE SETUP)

Settings for the Display (SCREEN SETUP)

Custom Settings (CUSTOM SETUP)

Parental Control Setup

Setting passwords and playback limitation levels for DVDs.

Settings for the Speakers (SPEAKER SETUP)

Speaker Level Adjustment

Speaker Balance Adjustment

Troubleshooting

Picture Problems

Resolving issues like no picture, noise, aspect ratio, or black and white picture.

Sound Problems

Troubleshooting no sound, unbalanced sound, hum, noise, or stereo effect loss.

Troubleshooting Sound Issues

Operation Issues

Disc Playback Issues

Resolving problems like discs not playing or stopping automatically.

Self-diagnosis Function

Specifications: Audio Power

Specifications: Amplifier Section

Specifications: Speakers

Specifications: General

DVD Setup Menu List

Speaker Setup Options

Settings for Speaker Size, Distance, Level, Balance, and Test Tone.

Quick reference for Remote Commander

Remote Control Button Functions

Detailed explanation of each button on the remote commander.

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