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General| Brand | Sony |
|---|---|
| Model | DAV-HDX500 |
| Category | Home Theater System |
| Language | English |
Essential guidelines for safe operation and maintenance of the apparatus.
Guidelines for connecting and using the power supply.
Instructions for installing batteries in the remote control unit.
Procedure for attaching stabilizing foot pads to the subwoofer.
Detailed steps for assembling the system's speakers.
Information on connecting speaker cords to the correct terminals.
Guide to connecting the main unit to the television for basic operation.
Detailed instructions and precautions for speaker connection.
Precautions to prevent damage from speaker short-circuiting.
Instructions for connecting the system to a TV using various methods.
Procedure for connecting AM and FM antennas for radio reception.
Steps for connecting the FM wire antenna to the unit.
Instructions for connecting the AC power cord to a wall outlet.
Recommendations for optimal speaker placement for surround sound.
Guidelines on speaker placement for the best surround sound experience.
Initial system adjustments for basic operation.
Steps to disable the system's demonstration mode.
How to enable or disable the demonstration mode via system menu.
Instructions for wall-mounting the system's speakers.
Connecting the TV via standard composite video input.
Connecting the TV using S-Video for improved video signal.
Connecting via Component Video for progressive signals.
Connecting via HDMI/DVI for high-quality digital audio and video.
Configuring the video signal output format for HDMI connection.
Step-by-step guide to playing various types of discs.
How to put the system into power-saving standby mode.
Procedure to control the illumination of the disc indicators.
How to select and listen to connected radio or other audio sources.
Choosing the audio source connected to the system.
Adjusting input levels to prevent distortion from connected sources.
Configuring the system to output TV/VCR sound through all speakers.
Choosing the optimal sound mode for movies or music playback.
Selecting pre-programmed sound fields for immersive audio experiences.
Explanation of Sony's Digital Cinema Sound technology for theater-like audio.
Reproduces sound characteristics of the Cary Grant Theater studio.
Configuring audio output for front speakers and subwoofer only.
How to experience surround sound through headphones.
Steps to disable surround sound effects.
Methods to locate specific points on a disc using scan, slow-motion, or freeze.
How to find specific content elements by number or time code.
Using time codes to locate specific scenes on DVDs.
Using picture navigation to quickly find desired scenes.
How to continue playback from where it was last stopped.
How to arrange tracks to create custom playback sequences.
How to play tracks in a shuffled or random sequence.
Options for repeating playback of discs, titles, chapters, or tracks.
Details for viewing disc info on DVD VIDEO or recordable discs.
Details for viewing disc info on VIDEO CDs or CDs.
Details for viewing disc info on MP3 data discs.
Viewing date information for JPEG images.
Explanation of MP3 audio and JPEG image compression technologies.
Details on compatible data disc formats and recording standards.
How the system handles discs with multiple recording sessions.
Specifications for MP3 and JPEG files supported by the system.
How to choose specific MP3 tracks or albums for playback.
How to select JPEG image files or albums for viewing.
Rotating JPEG images displayed on the TV screen.
Setting the display duration for images in a slide show.
Applying visual effects to image transitions in a slide show.
How to store preferred radio stations for quick access.
Steps to tune in and listen to radio broadcasts.
How to improve reception quality for noisy FM signals.
Assigning custom names to preset radio stations.
Procedure for subscribing and activating the XM Satellite Radio service.
Steps for connecting the XM radio antenna to the system.
How to find and verify the XM Radio identification number.
Instructions for tuning into XM radio channels.
Methods for browsing and selecting XM channels by category.
Retrieving preset XM radio channels using the number buttons.
Setting up and using the remote to control a TV.
Instructions for remote control TV setup.
List of manufacturer codes for TV remote control compatibility.
Enabling synchronized operation of the TV and audio system.
Steps to register the TV's input source for Theatre Sync.
Adjusting audio settings like bass frequencies.
Setting the system to automatically turn off after a specified time.
Adjusting the display brightness of the front panel.
Connecting and playing audio from portable devices via the DMPORT.
Steps to play audio and view images from connected DMPORT components.
Enabling the child lock function to prevent accidental operation.
Setting playback restrictions for discs based on content.
How to set parental controls for individual discs.
Procedure to play discs with parental controls enabled.
Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) for the connected TV.
Enabling or disabling HDMI control features for connected devices.
Controlling the STB Synchronisation function.
Selecting the picture mode when the system is paused.
Prioritizing audio tracks with the most channels on DVDs.
Managing resume playback settings for multiple discs.
Adjusting dynamic range for late-night movie viewing.
Selecting audio output status for HDMI connections.
Procedure to revert speaker settings to default values.
Specifying which speakers (front, center, surround) are connected.
Setting the distance for the front speakers from the listening position.
Setting the distance for surround speakers from the listening position.
Adjusting the volume level for the front speakers.
Adjusting the volume level for the surround speakers.
Method to adjust the volume of all speakers simultaneously.
Enabling the test tone for speaker level adjustment.
Step-by-step guide to adjusting speaker levels using the test tone.
Important safety and operational precautions for using the system.
Guidelines for safe handling and unplugging of power sources.
Recommendations for system placement to ensure ventilation and prevent overheating.
Important notes regarding system operation and handling.
Caution about adjusting volume with low-level inputs.
Instructions for cleaning the system's cabinet and controls.
Warning against using specific cleaning products.
Troubleshooting color irregularities caused by speakers.
Procedure for safely moving the audio system.
Handling and cleaning guidelines for discs.
Proper methods for handling and storing discs.
Instructions for cleaning discs before playback.
Troubleshooting steps for power-related issues.
Solutions for problems related to video output and display.
Steps to resolve issues with picture noise or distortion.
Troubleshooting when the picture doesn't fill the screen.
Addressing color issues on the TV screen potentially caused by speakers.
Troubleshooting steps for various audio output problems.
Steps to take when no audio is heard from the system.
Troubleshooting no audio output through HDMI.
Resolving issues with unbalanced or reversed stereo audio.
Troubleshooting when the subwoofer produces no sound.
Steps to eliminate humming or noise in the audio output.
Addressing loss of stereo effect with specific media types.
Troubleshooting weak surround sound effects.
Resolving issues where sound only outputs from the center speaker.
Troubleshooting no audio from the center speaker.
Addressing low or no sound from surround speakers.
Troubleshooting speaker output based on front panel indicators.
Resolving issues where audio playback is cut off at the beginning.
Troubleshooting general operational problems.
Steps to resolve issues with radio tuning.
Troubleshooting steps for a non-functional remote control.
Solutions for discs that fail to play.
Troubleshooting issues with playing MP3 audio tracks.
Troubleshooting issues with playing JPEG image files.
Troubleshooting when MP3 and JPEG files play simultaneously.
Addressing incorrect display of file and track names.
Troubleshooting discs that do not start playback correctly.
Information on the auto-playback function for discs.
Explanation of automatic playback stopping due to auto-pause signals.
Troubleshooting limitations on certain playback functions.
How to set the desired language for on-screen messages.
Reasons why sound track language may not be changeable.
Reasons why subtitle language may not be changeable.
Reasons why subtitles may not be turned off.
Reasons why multi-angles may not be changeable.
Troubleshooting for a disc stuck in the unit.
Troubleshooting data errors during CD/DVD playback.
Basic steps for resolving general system malfunctions.
Troubleshooting when child lock prevents operation.
Troubleshooting issues with the HDMI Control functionality.
Power output and distortion specifications for US models.
Technical details of the system's amplifier.
Specifications for the analog audio input jacks.
Specifications for the digital audio input jacks.
Specifications for the analog audio output jacks.
Specifications related to the DVD playback system.
Technical details of the radio tuner section.
Details about the tuner system's synthesizer.
Specifications for the FM radio tuner.
Specifications for the AM radio tuner.
Details on the FM and AM antennas.
Technical specification for intermediate frequency.
Specifications for the video output and input connections.
Specifications for video output signals.
Specifications for video input signals.
Specifications for the HDMI output jack.
Specifications for SAT/CABLE inputs.
Technical specifications for the DAV-HDX500 speaker system.
Specifications for the front speakers (SS-TS74).
List of items included in the system package.
Definition of an album in the context of data CDs.
Definition of a chapter on a DVD.
Explanation of Sony's automatic speaker calibration technology.
Description of the subwoofer's technology and features.
Explanation of the Dolby Digital sound format.
Explanation of the Dolby Pro Logic II surround sound technology.
Description of the Movie mode for stereo TV shows and Dolby Surround.
Description of the Music mode for stereo music recordings.
Explanation of Dolby Surround Pro Logic audio processing.
Explanation of DTS digital audio compression technology.
Definition and characteristics of a DVD disc.
Explanation of DVD+RW recordable and rewritable discs.
Explanation of DVD-RW recordable and rewritable discs.
Definition of a file in the context of data CDs/DVDs.
Classification of DVD software based on content origin.
Explanation of the HDMI interface for digital audio and video.
Explanation of the Interlace video signal format.
Explanation of MPEG audio compression technology.
Description of the multi-angle feature on DVDs.
Description of multilingual audio and subtitle options on DVDs.
Explanation of Neural Surround technology for XM Radio.
Functionality for limiting disc playback based on age or content.
Explanation of PCM audio encoding.
Description of Playback Control features for VIDEO CDs.
Explanation of the Progressive video signal format.
System's region code functionality for DVD playback.
Definition of a scene on VIDEO CDs.
Definition of a title on a DVD.
Definition of a track on various disc types.
Definition and characteristics of a VIDEO CD.
List of language codes conforming to ISO 639 standard.
List of area codes for parental control settings.
Diagram and description of the front panel controls and indicators.
Diagram and description of the rear panel connections and ports.
Detailed meanings of front panel display indicators.
Explanation of the different control menu displays.
Detailed list of items available in the control menu.
Alphabetical listing of remote control buttons and functions.
Remote control buttons from A to O.
Remote control buttons from P to Z.
Detailed descriptions of each button's function on the remote.
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