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Sony DAV-SB500W User Manual

Sony DAV-SB500W
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©2004 Sony Corporation
2-108-851-11(2)
DVD Home Theatre
System
Operating Instructions
DAV-SB500W

Table of Contents

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Sony DAV-SB500W Specifications

General IconGeneral
RMS rated power650 W
Audio output channels5.1 channels
Radio Data System (RDS)Yes
Optical disc player typeDVD player
Media types supportedDVD / DVD-R / DVD-RW (video mode) / DVD+R / DVD+RW/CD / CD-R / CD-RW / Video CD / SVCD

Summary

Safety Warnings and Precautions

General Precautions

Safety measures for installation, operation, and handling.

Welcome and Introduction

Operational Precautions

Power Source Precautions

Notes on AC power cord handling and safety.

Placement and Ventilation Precautions

Advice on optimal system placement to prevent overheating.

Operation Precautions

Precautions related to moisture condensation and disc handling.

Volume Adjustment Precautions

Warning against sudden volume increases with low-level inputs.

Cleaning Precautions

Guidelines for cleaning the system's cabinet and controls.

Disc Cleaning Precautions

Warning against using commercial cleaning discs.

TV Color Irregularity Issues

Explains potential color issues caused by speakers and their solutions.

System Moving Precautions

Steps to follow when moving the system to protect its mechanism.

About This Manual

Supported Disc Types

Disc Terminology

Additional Information Topics

Troubleshooting Guide

Understanding the Manual

Compatible Disc Formats

Disc Structure Definitions

PBC Playback for Video CDs

Multi-Session CD Playback

DVD Region Code Restrictions

Incompatible Disc Types

CD-R/RW & DVD-R/RW Compatibility Notes

Disc Handling Guidelines

How to properly handle discs to keep them clean and undamaged.

Disc Cleaning Guidelines

How to clean discs before playback.

Copyright Protected Music Disc Notes

DVD & Video CD Playback Operation Notes

Copyright Information

Control Menu Display Guide

List of Control Menu Items

Details each item available in the Control Menu.

Getting Started

Unpacking the System

Lists the items included in the package.

Inserting Remote Batteries

Instructions for inserting batteries into the remote control.

Speaker System Hookup

Speaker Cord Requirements

Details the required speaker cords and their connectors.

Wireless System Equipment

Describes the IR transmitter and IR receiver for wireless sound.

Surround Amplifier Connection

Attaching Foot Pads

Instructions for attaching foot pads to the center speaker.

Speaker Connection Terminals

Speaker Placement Guidelines

IR Transmitter/Receiver Placement Notes

Surround Amplifier Cord Management

Avoiding Speaker Short-Circuits

Changing Speaker Cables

How to detach and attach speaker plugs for cable replacement.

Attaching Speaker Cables

Wireless System Transmission Area

Antenna Hookup Guide

Antenna Connection Terminals

Identifies terminals for AM and FM antennas.

TV and Video Component Hookups

Required Connection Cords

Specifies the SCART (EURO AV) and audio cords needed.

Video and Audio Component Terminals

Lists terminals for connecting TVs, VCRs, and satellite receivers.

Connecting System to TV

Step-by-step guide for connecting the system to a TV via SCART cord.

Video Connection Notes and Tips

Listening to Game Console Audio

Connecting to 4:3 Aspect Ratio TVs

AC Power Cord Connection

Wireless System Adjustment

Wireless System Installation Example

Wall Mounting IR Transmitter/Receiver

Wall Mounting Precautions

Performing Quick Setup

Quick Setup Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for using the Quick Setup feature.

Quick Setup Language Notes

Notes on language selection and its impact on OSD, DVD MENU, and SUBTITLE.

Quick Setup Adjustment Notes

Speaker Setup and Positioning

Speaker Placement Guidelines

Recommended distances for speaker placement relative to the listening position.

Magnetically Shielded Speakers and TV Color

Explains potential TV color issues due to subwoofer magnetism.

Specifying Speaker Parameters

How to specify speaker distance, level, and balance for best sound.

Playing Discs

Removing a Disc

Instructions on how to eject and remove a disc.

Turning the System On

How to power on the system.

Turning Off the System

Power Saving Standby Mode

Information on entering standby mode to save power.

Additional Playback Operations

Covers stop, pause, mute, and volume adjustments.

Resume Playback Function

Navigating DVD Menus

Video CD PBC Playback

Playing MP3 Audio Tracks

Selecting MP3 Albums and Tracks

Playing JPEG Image Files

Selecting JPEG Albums and Files

How to navigate and select JPEG albums and files.

JPEG Slide Show Feature

Rotating Images

Creating Custom Play Programs

Program Play Operations

Shuffle Playback Mode

Setting Shuffle Playback Mode

How to select normal or album shuffle modes via the Control Menu.

Repeat Playback Function

Disc Search and Slow-Motion Play

Adjusting Scan Speed

Controls for changing the scan playback speed.

Frame-by-Frame Playback

How to play back discs frame by frame in pause mode.

Adjusting Slow-Motion Speed

Controls for changing the slow-motion playback speed.

Searching for Disc Content

Searching for Chapters and Indexes

Time Code Search (TIME SEARCH)

How to locate points on a disc using time codes.

Viewing Disc Information

Front Panel Display Information

Details on what information is shown on the front panel display.

Displaying Time/Track Info (VIDEO CD, SA-CD, CD)

Displaying Time/Track Info (MP3)

Displaying File Info (JPEG)

Displaying Program Play Information

Checking Playing Time and Remaining Time

Checking JPEG Date Information

Sound Adjustments Overview

Changing Audio Tracks and Languages

Displaying DVD Audio Information

Enjoying Surround Sound

Auto Format Direct (AFD AUTO)

Automatically decodes audio signals for optimal playback.

2-Channel Stereo Mode

Outputs sound using only front speakers and subwoofer.

Selecting Sound Fields with AUTO FORMAT DIRECT

Selecting Sound Fields with MODE Button

Using Sound Effects

Additional Functions Overview

Changing DVD Viewing Angles

Displaying and Changing Subtitles

Disc Locking Features

Custom Parental Control Setup

Setting a custom password for playback restrictions on discs.

Playing Discs with Custom Parental Control

Parental Control for Children (DVD)

Entering Existing Parental Control Password

Playing Discs with Parental Control

Disabling Parental Control Function

Changing Parental Control Password

Area Code List for Parental Control

Other Operations Overview

TV Control with Supplied Remote

Remote Control for TVs

Details on how to operate TVs using the remote.

TV Operation with Remote Buttons

SONY TV DIRECT Function

TV DIRECT Function Preparation

Steps to register the TV's input source for the function.

SONY TV DIRECT Function Operation

Using External Video/Audio Units

Enjoying Radio Broadcasts

Presetting Radio Stations

How to store favorite radio stations for quick access.

Listening to Preset Radio Stations

Turning Off Radio Mode

Listening to Non-Preset Radio Stations

Naming Preset Radio Stations

Using Radio Data System (RDS)

Using the Sleep Timer

Cancelling the Sleep Timer

Adjusting Front Panel Display Brightness

Returning to Default Settings

Settings and Adjustments Overview

Using the Setup Display

Setting Display and Sound Track Language

Display Settings (Screen Setup)

Video Signal Output Method

Screen Saver Function

Background Display Settings

Custom Settings Menu

Audio Dynamic Range Compression (DRC)

Adjusts the dynamic range of the sound track for low-volume listening.

Data CD Priority Setting

Sets priority for MP3 or JPEG files on data discs.

Parental Control Setup (DVD)

Sets password and playback limitation level for DVDs.

DVD Track Selection Priority

Prioritizes audio tracks with the highest number of channels on DVDs.

JPEG Date Format Setting

Changes the date information order for JPEG images.

Speaker Settings and Configuration

Speaker Distance Settings

Sets speaker distances from the listening position.

Speaker Size Settings

Selects speaker size (front, center, surround) or if they are used.

Speaker Level Adjustment

Speaker Balance Adjustment

Speaker Test Tone Function

Adjusting Speaker Balance and Level

System Setup and Reset

Performing Quick Setup

Information on how to access and perform the Quick Setup.

Resetting System Settings

How to reset all system parameters to their default values.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power-Related Troubleshooting

Resolves issues related to power not turning on or standby indicator flashing.

Picture Troubleshooting

Addresses problems like no picture or picture noise.

Sound Troubleshooting

Resolves issues with no sound, unbalanced sound, or noise.

Troubleshooting Surround Sound Issues

Troubleshooting Center Speaker Sound

Troubleshooting No Center Speaker Sound

Troubleshooting Low Surround Speaker Sound

Troubleshooting Operations

Radio Tuning Issues

Troubleshoots problems with tuning radio stations.

Remote Control Malfunction

Addresses issues when the remote control does not work.

Disc Playback Issues

Resolves problems when discs do not play.

MP3 Playback Issues

Troubleshoots problems with playing MP3 audio tracks.

MP3 Album/Track Title Display Issues

Parental Control Password Display Issue (SA-CD)

JPEG File Playback Issues

JPEG Album/File Title Display Issues

Disc Start Playback Issues

Automatic Disc Playback

Automatic Playback Stop

Automatic DVD Power Off

Function Limitations on Discs

Message Language Settings

Sound Track Language Not Changeable

Subtitle Language Not Changeable

Subtitles Cannot Be Turned Off

DVD Angles Not Changeable

Disc Ejection Lock Error

System Malfunction Resolution

System Specifications

Amplifier Specifications

Power output and impedance details for the amplifier.

Tuner Specifications

FM/AM tuning range and antenna specifications.

Video Section Specifications

Video output and input specifications.

Speaker Specifications

Details on speaker impedance, dimensions, and mass.

General System Specifications

Surround Amplifier Specifications

Glossary of Terms

Dolby Digital Audio Format

Dolby Pro Logic II Audio Format

Dolby Pro Logic II Movie Mode

Recommended setting for stereo TV shows and Dolby Surround encoded programs.

Dolby Pro Logic II Music Mode

Recommended setting for stereo music recordings.

Dolby Surround Pro Logic Format

DTS Audio Format

DVD Disc Format

File Definition

Film vs. Video Based Software

Indexing for SACD, CD, and Video CD

Multi-Angle Functionality

Multilingual Functionality

Parental Control Functionality

Playback Control (PBC) for Video CDs

DVD Region Code System

Scene Definition for PBC Video CDs

Super Audio CD Technology

Multi-Channel Super Audio CD

Title Definition

Track Definition

VIDEO CD Format

Index to Parts and Controls

Front Panel Controls and Displays

Identifies and describes the buttons and displays on the front panel.

Front Panel Display Information

Rear Panel Connections

Remote Commander Layout

Surround Amplifier Controls

Language Code List

DVD Setup Menu Options

SPEAKER SETUP Menu Options

Document Index

Quick Reference for Remote Commander

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