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Sony DAV-DZ151KB User Manual

Sony DAV-DZ151KB
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©2007 Sony Corporation
2-895-964-13(1)
DVD Home Theatre
System
Operating Instructions
DAV-DZ150K/DZ151KB

Table of Contents

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Sony DAV-DZ151KB Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeHome Theater System
Channels5.1
DVD PlayerYes
USB PortYes
HDMI OutputYes
BluetoothNo
Speaker TypeSatellite
SubwooferYes
Playback mediaDVD, CD, USB
HDMI ports quantity1
Audio formats supportedMP3

Summary

WARNING

Precautions

Safety and usage guidelines, including power sources, electrical shock, and environmental exposure.

Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment

Instructions for environmentally responsible disposal of electronic products in the European Union.

Getting Started – BASIC –

Inserting batteries into the remote

Guide on how to install batteries in the remote control for system operation.

Attaching the foot pads to the subwoofer

Instructions for attaching foot pads to the subwoofer for stability.

Step 1: Connecting the System and TV

Connecting the Speakers

Details on connecting the system's speakers, including cord requirements and short-circuit prevention.

Connecting the TV

Guidance on connecting the system to the TV using video and audio cords.

Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)

Instructions on how to connect the system to a wall outlet for power.

Step 2: Positioning the System

Positioning the speakers

Recommendations for optimal speaker placement relative to the listening position for best surround sound.

Step 3: Performing the Quick Setup

Setting the language

Guide on selecting the language for on-screen display and menus.

Setting the aspect ratio

Instructions for selecting the correct aspect ratio for the connected TV.

Setting the speaker formation

Configuration of speaker setup based on actual speaker positioning.

Getting Started – ADVANCED –

Turning off the Demonstration

Steps to disable the system's demonstration mode.

Installing the Speakers on a Wall

Detailed guide on how to mount speakers securely on a wall.

Connecting the TV (Advanced)

To connect to a TV with the VIDEO IN jack

Instructions for connecting the system to a TV's standard video input.

To connect to a TV with the S VIDEO IN jack

Guidance on connecting the system via S-Video for improved picture quality.

To connect a TV with the COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks

Details on connecting via component video for the best picture quality.

Connecting Other Components

To connect the AUDIO OUT jacks of other components to the TV/VIDEO (AUDIO IN) jacks of this unit

How to connect audio outputs from other devices to the system's audio inputs.

To listen to the portable audio source sound through the system

Connecting portable audio devices to play sound through the system's speakers.

Basic Operations

Playing Discs

Step-by-step guide on how to insert, play, and control discs.

To save the power in standby mode

Instructions for activating the system's power saving standby mode.

Selecting the connected component

How to select audio/video sources from connected components.

Changing the input level of the sound from connected components

Enjoying TV or VCR Sound from All Speakers

Selecting the Movie or Music Mode

Sound Adjustments

Enjoying Surround Sound by Using Sound Field

Guide to selecting pre-programmed sound fields for surround sound effects.

Automatic outputting of the original sound

Explanation of the auto decoding function for original audio signals.

Outputting the sound from multiple speakers

Information on enjoying audio playback from all types of discs using multiple speakers.

Various Functions for Playing Discs

Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc

Quickly locate points on a disc using scan, slow-motion, or freeze frame.

Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track/Scene, etc.

Methods to search for specific content on DVDs, CDs, and data discs.

Searching by Scene (Picture Navigation)

Using picture navigation to find scenes quickly by dividing the screen into subscreens.

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

How the system remembers and resumes playback from the stopped point.

Creating Your Own Program (Program Play)

Playing in Random Order (Shuffle Play)

Playing Repeatedly (Repeat Play)

Using the DVD’s Menu

Changing the Sound

Selecting [ORIGINAL] or [PLAY LIST] on a DVD-R/DVD-RW

Viewing Information About the Disc

Checking the playing time and remaining time

How to check disc playback times and remaining times on the front panel display.

Changing the Angles

Displaying the Subtitles

Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture and Sound (A/V SYNC)

About MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image Files

What is MP3/JPEG?

Explanation of MP3 audio and JPEG image compression technologies.

Discs that the system can play

Information on DATA CDs and DVDs compatible with MP3 and JPEG formats.

Playback order of MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files

Playing DATA CDs or DATA DVDs with MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image Files

Selecting an MP3 audio track or album

Guide on selecting MP3 tracks or albums from data discs.

Selecting a JPEG image file or album

Guide on selecting JPEG image files or albums from data discs.

Playing Audio Tracks and Images as a Slide Show with Sound

Specifying the slide show duration (JPEG only)

Setting the display duration for images in a JPEG slide show.

Selecting an effect for image files in the slide show (JPEG only)

Choosing visual effects for image transitions during a slide show.

Enjoying DivX® Videos

About DivX Video Files

Information on DivX video compression technology and file compatibility.

Selecting an album

Guide on selecting albums containing DivX video files for playback.

Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC Functions (Ver.2.0) (PBC Playback)

Tuner Functions

Presetting Radio Stations

Instructions for storing radio stations in memory for easy access.

Listening to the Radio

How to tune in and listen to preset and non-preset radio stations.

Naming preset stations

Procedure for assigning custom names to preset radio stations.

Other Operations

Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote

Guide on using the remote control to operate connected Sony TVs.

Using the THEATRE SYNC Function

How to synchronize TV and system power and input source with one button.

Operating the THEATRE SYNC function

Detailed steps for operating the THEATRE SYNC function, including transmit time adjustment.

Enjoying Karaoke

Setting the system to karaoke mode

Instructions to enable karaoke mode and connect microphones.

Adjusting the microphone

Guide to adjusting microphone volume and echo effect levels.

Dolby Digital Karaoke format

Information on Dolby Digital Karaoke format discs and selecting guide vocals.

Changing the key of a song (Key Control)

How to adjust the vocal key to suit your range while in karaoke mode.

Using the Sound Effect

Reinforcing bass frequencies

How to enhance bass frequencies using the DYNAMIC BASS feature.

Using the Sleep Timer

Changing the Brightness of the Front Panel Display

Deactivating the Buttons on the Unit (Child Lock)

Advanced Settings and Adjustments

Locking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL)

Setting playback restrictions for specific discs using parental control.

Preventing playback of specific discs [CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL]

Steps to set a custom parental control password for up to 40 discs.

Limiting playback for children [PARENTAL CONTROL] (DVD only)

Setting playback limitations based on user age and country for DVD videos.

Changing the password

Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Room (SPEAKER FORMATION)

Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically (AUTO CALIBRATION)

Using the Setup Display

Setting the Display or Sound Track Language (LANGUAGE SETUP)

Settings for the Display (SCREEN SETUP)

Custom Settings (CUSTOM SETUP)

Settings for the Speakers (SPEAKER SETUP)

Adjusting the speaker level by using the test tone

Returning to the Default Settings

Additional Information

Precautions

Important safety and operational advice regarding placement, volume, cleaning, and moving the system.

On cleaning discs, disc/lens cleaners

Warning against using cleaning discs or sprays that may cause malfunction.

On moving the system

Procedure to follow before moving the system to prevent disc or unit damage.

Notes about the Discs

Troubleshooting

Power

Troubleshooting steps for issues related to the system not turning on.

Picture

Solutions for problems like no picture or picture noise.

Sound

Troubleshooting steps for various sound issues, including no sound or distorted audio.

Self-diagnosis Function

Specifications

Glossary

Language Code List

Parental Control Area Code List

Index to Parts and Controls

Front panel

Identification and location of controls on the front panel of the system.

Rear panel

Identification and location of connectors on the rear panel of the system.

Front panel display

About the indications in the front panel display

Explanation of the various symbols and indicators shown on the system's front display.

Guide to the Control Menu Display

List of Control Menu items

Details on the functions and relevant disc types for control menu items.

List of Control Menu Items for karaoke

Specific control menu items applicable when the system is in karaoke mode.

DVD Setup Display List

System Menu List

Index

Remote control

ALPHABETICAL ORDER

List of remote control buttons sorted alphabetically with their corresponding page numbers.

BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS

Description of each button's function on the remote control.

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