Sony Dav Dz250m Operating Instructions

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©2007 Sony Corporation2-895-968-E1(1)
DVD Home Theatre
System
Operating Instructions
DAV-DZ250M
 
						

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To reduce the risk of fire or electric 
shock, do not expose this apparatus to 
rain or moisture.
Caution – The use of optical instruments 
with this product will increase eye 
hazard.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such 
as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the 
apparatus with news papers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. 
And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects 
filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
Do not expose the battery to excessive heat such as 
direct sunlight, fire, or the like.
Don’t throw away the battery with 
general house waste, dispose of it 
correctly as chemical waste.
This appliance is 
classified as a CLASS 1 
LASER product. This 
marking is located on the 
rear exterior.
Disposal of Old 
Electrical & Electronic 
Equipment (Applicable 
in the European Union 
and other European 
countries with separate 
collection systems) 
This symbol on the product or on 
its packaging indicates that this 
product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead 
it shall be handed over to the applicable collection 
point for the recycling of electrical and electronic 
equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of 
correctly, you will help prevent potential negative 
consequences for the environment and human health, 
which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate 
waste handling of this product. The recycling of 
materials will help to conserve natural resources. For 
more detailed information about recycling of this 
product, please contact your local Civic Office, your 
household waste disposal service or the shop where 
you purchased the product. 
Precautions
On power sources
 AC power cord (mains lead) must be changed only at 
the qualified service shop.
 The unit is not disconnected from the AC power 
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall 
outlet (mains), even if the unit itself has been turned 
off.
 Install this system so that the AC power cord (mains) 
can be unplugged from the wall socket immediately 
in the event of trouble. 
Thank you for purchasing Sony DVD Home 
Theatre System. Before operating this system, 
please read this manual thoroughly and retain it 
for future reference.
WARNING
Welcome!
 
						

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Welcome! ................................................ 2
About This Manual ................................. 5
This System Can Play the Following 
Discs ................................................. 5
Getting Started – BASIC –
Step 1: Connecting the System and 
TV ............................................... 9
Step 2: Positioning the System ... 13
Step 3: Performing the Quick 
Setup ........................................ 14
Getting Started 
– ADVANCED –
Turning off the Demonstration ............. 17
Installing the Speakers on a Wall.......... 18
Connecting the TV (Advanced) ............ 19
Connecting Other Components ............. 23
Basic Operations
Playing Discs ................................ 24
Enjoying the Radio or Other 
Components ............................ 25
Enjoying TV or VCR Sound from All 
Speakers .................................. 26
Selecting the Movie or Music 
Mode ........................................ 27
Sound Adjustments
Enjoying Surround Sound by Using Sound 
Field ................................................ 28
Various Functions for Playing 
Discs
Searching for a Particular Point on 
a Disc .............................................. 30
(Scan, Slow-motion Play, Freeze 
Frame)
Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track/
Scene, etc. ....................................... 31
Searching by Scene ............................... 32
(Picture Navigation)
Resuming Playback from the Point Where 
You Stopped the Disc ..................... 32
(Resume Play)
Creating Your Own Program ................ 33
(Program Play)Playing in Random Order ..................... 35
(Shuffle Play)
Playing Repeatedly ............................... 36
(Repeat Play)
Using the DVD’s Menu ........................ 37
Changing the Sound.............................. 37
Selecting [ORIGINAL] or [PLAY LIST] 
on a DVD-R/DVD-RW .................. 39
Viewing Information About the Disc ... 40
Changing the Angles ............................ 42
Displaying the Subtitles ........................ 42
Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture 
and Sound ....................................... 43
(A/V SYNC)
About MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG 
Image Files ..................................... 43
Playing DATA CDs or DATA DVDs with 
MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image 
Files ................................................ 45
Playing Audio Tracks and Images as a 
Slide Show with Sound .................. 47
Enjoying DivX® Videos ...................... 49
Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC Functions 
(Ver.2.0) ......................................... 51
(PBC Playback)
Tuner Functions
Presetting Radio Stations ...................... 52
Listening to the Radio........................... 53
Other Operations
Controlling the TV with the Supplied 
Remote ........................................... 55
Using the THEATRE SYNC 
Function.......................................... 55
Enjoying Karaoke ................................. 56
Using the Sound Effect ......................... 60
Using the Sleep Timer .......................... 60
Changing the Brightness of the Front 
Panel Display.................................. 61
Deactivating the Buttons on the Unit ... 61
(Child Lock)
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Advanced Settings and 
Adjustments
Locking Discs ....................................... 62
(CUSTOM PARENTAL 
CONTROL, PARENTAL 
CONTROL)
Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a 
Room .............................................. 65
(SPEAKER FORMATION)
Calibrating the Appropriate Settings 
Automatically ................................. 67
(AUTO CALIBRATION)
Using the Setup Display........................ 69
Setting the Display or Sound Track 
Language ........................................ 71
[LANGUAGE SETUP]
Settings for the Display......................... 71
[SCREEN SETUP]
Custom Settings .................................... 73
[CUSTOM SETUP]
Settings for the Speakers....................... 74
[SPEAKER SETUP]
Returning to the Default Settings.......... 77
Additional Information
Precautions ............................................ 78
Notes about the Discs............................ 79
Troubleshooting .................................... 79
Self-diagnosis Function ........................ 83
(When letters/numbers appear in 
the display)
Specifications ........................................ 84
Glossary ................................................ 85
Language Code List .............................. 88
Index to Parts and Controls ................... 89
Guide to the Control Menu Display ...... 92
DVD Setup Display List ....................... 96
System Menu List ................................. 97
Index ..................................................... 98
 
						

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 The instructions in this manual describe the 
controls on the remote. You can also use the 
controls on the unit if they have the same or 
similar names as those on the remote.
 The Control Menu items may vary depending 
on the area.
 “DVD” may be used as a general term for 
DVD VIDEOs, DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, and 
DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs.
 Measurements are expressed in feet (ft) for 
North American models.
 The following symbols are used in this 
manual.
1)MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format 
defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio data.
2)DivX® is a video file compression technology, 
developed by DivX, Inc. 
3)DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are 
trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used under license.“DVD-RW,” “DVD+RW,” “DVD+R,”
“DVD VIDEO,” and the “CD” logos are trademarks.
Note about CDs/DVDs
The system can play CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-
RWs recorded in the following formats:
– audio CD format
– VIDEO CD format
– MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files, and 
DivX video files of format conforming to ISO 
9660 Level 1/Level 2, or its extended format, 
Joliet
About This Manual
Symbol Meaning
Functions available for DVD 
VIDEOs, DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs in 
video mode, and DVD+Rs/
DVD+RWs
Functions available for DVD-Rs/
DVD-RWs in VR (Video 
Recording) mode
Functions available for VIDEO 
CDs (including Super VCDs or CD-
Rs/CD-RWs in video CD format or 
Super VCD format)
Functions available for music CDs 
or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD 
format
Functions available for DATA CDs 
(CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs) 
containing MP3
1) audio tracks, 
JPEG image files, and DivX2)3) 
video files
Functions available for DATA 
DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD-Rs/
DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs) 
containing MP3
1) audio tracks, 
JPEG image files, and DivX2)3) 
video files
This System Can Play the 
Following Discs
Format of 
discsDisc logo
DVD VIDEO
DVD-RW/
DVD-R
DVD+RW/
DVD+R
VIDEO CD 
(Ver. 1.1 and 
2.0 discs)/
Audio CD
CD-RW/CD-R 
(audio data) 
(MP3 files) 
(JPEG files)
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The system can play DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/
DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs recorded in the 
following formats:
– MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files, and 
DivX video files of format conforming to 
UDF (Universal Disc Format)
Example of discs that the 
system cannot play
The system cannot play the following discs:
 CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those 
recorded in the formats listed on page 5
 CD-ROMs recorded in PHOTO CD format
 Data part of CD-Extras
 DVD Audios
 Super Audio CD
 DATA DVDs that do not contain MP3 audio 
tracks, JPEG image files, or DivX video files

Also, the system cannot play the following 
discs:
 A DVD VIDEO with a different region code 
(page 6, 87)
 A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g., 
card, heart)
 A disc with paper or stickers on it
 A disc that has the adhesive of cellophane tape 
or a sticker still left on it
Notes about CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/
DVD-RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW
In some cases, CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-
RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW cannot be played on 
this system 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. For more information, see the 
operating instructions for the recording device.
Note that some playback functions may not 
work with some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, even if 
they have been correctly finalized. In this case, 
view the disc by normal playback. Also some 
DATA CDs/DATA DVDs created in Packet 
Write format cannot be played.
Music discs encoded with 
copyright protection 
technologies
This product is designed to play back discs that 
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
Recently, various music discs encoded with 
copyright protection technologies are marketed 
by some record companies. Please be aware that 
among those discs, there are some that do not 
conform to the CD standard and may not be 
playable by this product.
Note on DualDiscs
A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which 
mates DVD recorded material on one side with 
digital audio material on the other side.
However, since the audio material side does not 
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, 
playback on this product is not guaranteed.
About Multi Session CD
 This system can play Multi Session CDs when 
an MP3 audio track is contained in the first 
session. Any subsequent MP3 audio tracks 
recorded in later sessions can also be played 
back.
 This system can play Multi Session CDs when 
a JPEG image file is contained in the first 
session. Any subsequent JPEG image files 
recorded in later sessions can also be played 
back. 
 If audio tracks and images in music CD format 
or video CD format are recorded in the first 
session, only the first session will be played 
back.
Region code
Your system has a region code printed on the 
rear of the unit and will only play DVDs labeled 
with the same region code.
DVD VIDEOs labeled   will also play on this 
system.
If you try to play any other DVD VIDEO, the 
message [Playback prohibited by area 
limitations.] will appear on the TV screen. 
Depending on the DVD VIDEO, no region code 
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indication may be given even though playing the 
DVD VIDEO is prohibited by area restrictions.
Note about playback 
operations of DVDs and 
VIDEO CDs
Some playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO 
CDs may be intentionally set by software 
producers. Since this system plays DVDs and 
VIDEO CDs according to the disc contents the 
software producers designed, some playback 
features may not be available. Be sure to read the 
operating instructions supplied with the DVDs 
or VIDEO CDs.
Copyrights
This product incorporates copyright protection 
technology that is protected by U.S. patents and 
other intellectual property rights. Use of this 
copyright protection technology must be 
authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for 
home and other limited viewing uses only unless 
otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse 
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
This system incorporates with Dolby* Digital 
and Dolby Pro Logic (II) adaptive matrix 
surround decoder and the DTS** Digital 
Surround System.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby 
Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D symbol are 
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
** Manufactured under license from DTS, Inc.
“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered 
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Getting Started – BASIC –
See Unpacking in Specifications, page 84.
Inserting batteries into the remote
You can control the system using the supplied remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matching 
the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. To use the remote, point it 
at the remote sensor   on the unit.
Note Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place. 
 Do not use a new battery with an old one.
 Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries.
 Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting apparatus. Doing so may cause a malfunction. 
 If you do not intend to use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage 
from battery leakage and corrosion.
Attaching the foot pads to the subwoofer
Attach the supplied foot pads to the bottom of the subwoofer to stabilize the subwoofer and prevent it 
from slipping.
Getting Started – BASIC –
 
						

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Getting Started – BASIC –
The following is the basic connection of the unit to the speakers and TV. For other TV connections, see 
page 19. For other component connection, see page 23. 
To accept progressive signals, see page 21.
Refer to the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from 1 to 4 on the 
following pages.
Step 1: Connecting the System and TV
RAUDIO
OUT
L
VIDEO
IN
FRONT R
CENTER WOOFERFRONT L SUR R SUR LTV / 
VIDEO
MONITOR OUT SPEAKER
SPEAKER
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
COAXIALAMFM75RLAUDIO IN
(DVD ONLY)
YPB/CBPR/CR
VIDEO
(DVD ONLY)S VIDEO(DVD ONLY)OUT
AM loop antenna (aerial)
Subwoofer AC power cord (mains lead)
FM wire antenna 
(aerial)
TV Front speaker (R)Center speaker
Front speaker (L)
Surround speaker (R)Surround speaker (L)
A
B
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Getting Started – BASIC –
1 Connecting the Speakers
Required cords
The connector and color tube of the speaker cords are the same color as the label of the jacks to be 
connected.
Note Do not catch the speaker cord insulation in the SPEAKER jack.
To avoid short-circuiting the speakers
Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage the system. To prevent this, be sure to follow these 
precautions when connecting the speakers. Make sure the bare wire of each speaker cord does not touch 
another speaker terminal or the bare wire of another speaker cord, such as shown below.
After connecting all the components, speakers, and AC power cord (mains lead), output a test tone to 
check that all the speakers are connected correctly. For details on outputting a test tone, see page 76.
If no sound is heard from a speaker while outputting a test tone, or a test tone is output from a speaker 
other than the one currently displayed on the Setup Display, the speaker may be short-circuited. If this 
happens, check the speaker connection again.
Note Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate terminal on the components: 3 to 3, and # to #. If the cords 
are reversed, the sound will lack bass and may be distorted.
Color tube
(–) (+) To the SPEAKER jack
Stripped speaker cord is touching 
another speaker terminal.Stripped cords are touching each other 
due to excessive removal of insulation.