Sony Dav Dz250m Operating Instructions

							Getting Started – ADVANCED –
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21GB
 × 480p*”: Sends 720 × 480p video signals.**
 “1280 × 720p*”: Sends 1280 × 720p video signals. 
 “1920
 × 1080i*”: Sends 1920 × 1080i video signals. 
*i: interlace, p: progressive
**Depending on the country, [720 × 576p] may appear.
Note When the HDMI indicator on the front panel lights up, images other than [720 × 480p] or [720 × 576p] are stretched 
vertically.
When connecting to a standard 4:3 screen TV
Depending on the disc, the image may not fit your TV screen.
To change the aspect ratio, see page 71.
Does your TV accept progressive signals?
Progressive is the method for displaying TV images which reduces flickering, and sharpens the image. 
To display using this method, you need to connect to a TV that accepts progressive signals.
“PROGRE” lights up in the front panel display when the system outputs progressive signals.
1Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select “DVD.”
2Press VIDEO FORMAT.
The current signal appears in the front panel display.
Each time you press VIDEO FORMAT, the display changes as follows:
t720 × 480p*
r
1280 
× 720p*
r
720 
× 480p*
r
1920
 × 1080i*
VIDEO 
FORMAT FUNCTION
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22GB
xNORMAL (INTERLACE)
Select this setting when:
– your TV does not accept progressive signals, or,
– your TV is connected to jacks other than the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (MONITOR 
OUT (VIDEO/S VIDEO)).
xPROGRESSIVE
Select this setting when:
– your TV accepts progressive signals, and,
– the TV is connected to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks.
Normally select this under the above condition. This automatically detects the software type, and 
selects the appropriate conversion method.
Note that the picture will not be clear or no picture will appear if you select these settings when 
either of the above conditions are not met.
Note When you connect the unit and the TV with the HDMI cord during the system is set to “NORMAL 
(INTERLACE),” the system is set to “PROGRESSIVE” automatically.
Tip When you connect the unit and the TV with the HDMI cord, VIDEO FORMAT is used for selecting the type of 
video signals output from the HDMI OUT jack. For details, see “To select the type of video signal output from the 
HDMI OUT (high-definition multimedia interface out) jack” (page 20).
About DVD software types and the conversion method
DVD software can be divided into 2 types: film-based software and video-based software. 
Video-based software is derived from TV, such as dramas and sit-coms, and displays images at 30 
frames/60 fields per second. Film-based software is derived from film and displays images at 24 frames 
per second. Some DVD software contains both video and film. 
In order for these images to appear natural on your screen when output in progressive format, the 
progressive signals need to be converted to match the type of DVD software that you are watching.
Note When you play video-based software in progressive signal format, sections of some types of images may appear 
unnatural due to the conversion process when output through the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. Even though 
you set to “PROGRESSIVE,” images from the MONITOR OUT (VIDEO or S VIDEO) jack are unaffected as they 
are output in the interlace format.
tNORMAL (INTERLACE)
r
PROGRESSIVE
 
						

							Getting Started – ADVANCED –
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23GB
 
You can enjoy sound using the speakers of this system by connecting the AUDIO OUT jacks of another 
component. For video connection of other components, connect directly to the TV.
To connect the AUDIO OUT jacks of other components to the TV/VIDEO 
(AUDIO IN) jacks of this unit
Connect the VCR or other components to the TV/VIDEO (AUDIO IN) jacks using the audio cord (not 
supplied). When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded sleeves to the appropriate jacks 
on the components.
To listen to the portable audio source sound through the system
Connect the audio output jacks of the portable audio source to the AUDIO IN jack on the front panel 
of the unit with the stereo mini-plug cord (not supplied).
Tip When listening to MP3 format recordings using a portable audio source, you can enhance the sound.
Press FUNCTION to select “AUDIO.” Connect the portable audio source. Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly until 
“A.F.D. STD” appears in the front panel display.
To cancel, select other than “A.F.D. STD.”
Note Be sure to make connections securely to avoid hum and noise.
 When you connect another component with a volume control, turn up the volume of the other components to a level 
where sound is not distorted.
Connecting Other Components
RAUDIO
OUT
L
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
VCR, digital satellite receiver 
or PlayStation 2, etc.
To TV/VIDEO 
(AUDIO IN)
:Signal flow
White (L/audio)
Red (R/audio)
 
						

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24GB
Basic Operations
Depending on the DVD VIDEO or VIDEO CD, 
some operations may be different or restricted.
Refer to the operating instructions supplied with 
your disc.
1Turn on your TV.
2Switch the input selector on the TV to 
this system.
3Press "/1.
The system turns on.
Unless the system is set to “DVD,” press 
FUNCTION to select “DVD.”
4Press A.
5Load a disc.
Place one disc on the tray, and then press A.
Note When you play an 8 cm disc, place it on the 
inner circle of the tray. Be careful that the disc is 
not skewed on the inner circle of the tray.
 Do not forcibly press the disc tray closed with 
your finger, as this may cause malfunction.
 Do not place more than one disc on the tray.
6Press H.
The system starts playback (continuous 
play).
Adjust the volume on the unit.
The volume level appears on the TV screen 
and in the front panel display.
Note Depending on the system status, the volume level 
may not appear on the TV screen.
 When you set the HDMI CONTROL function to on 
(page 73), the TV that is connected to the system with 
the HDMI cord can be synch-operated with the 
system. For details, see the HDMI CONTROL Guide 
(supplied separately).
Tip When you connect the system and TV with the HDMI 
cord, you can operate them simply, using the HDMI 
CONTROL function. For details, see the HDMI 
CONTROL Guide (supplied separately).
To save the power in standby 
mode
Press "/1 while the system turns on. To cancel 
standby mode, press "/1 once.
Additional operations
Basic Operations
Playing Discs
     
"/1
Disc trayFUNCTION
Adjust the 
volume H
A
"/1
FUNCTION
x H
X./>MUTING
VOLUME +/–
/
Z
To Press
Stopx
PauseX
Resume play after pauseX or H
Go to the next chapter, 
track, or scene> (except for JPEG)
 
						

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25GB
Basic Operations
* DVD VIDEOs/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs only. The 
button can be used except for DivX video files.
** DVD VIDEOs/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs/DVD+RWs/
DVD+Rs only. The button can be used except for 
DivX video files.
Note You may not be able to use the instant replay or 
instant advance function with some scenes.
Selecting the connected 
component
You can use a VCR or other components 
connected to the TV/VIDEO jacks on the rear 
panel. Refer to the operating instructions 
supplied with the components for further 
information.
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “TV/
VIDEO” appears in the front panel display.
Each time you press FUNCTION, the mode of 
the system changes in the following sequence.
DVD t TUNER FM t TUNER AM t
TV/VIDEO t AUDIO t …
Changing the input level of 
the sound from connected 
components
Distortion may occur when listening to a 
component connected to the TV/VIDEO jacks 
on the rear panel or to the AUDIO IN jack on the 
front panel. This is not a malfunction and will 
depend on the component connected.
To prevent this, you can change the input level 
from the sound of the other components.
Go back to the preceding 
chapter, track, or scene. (except for JPEG)
Turn off the sound 
temporarilyMUTING. To cancel, 
press it again or 
VOLUME + to adjust 
the sound volume.
Stop play and remove the 
discZ on the remote or A 
on the unit.
Replay the previous scene*  (instant 
replay) during 
playback.
Briefly fast forward the 
current scene** (instant 
advance) during 
playback.
To PressEnjoying the Radio or 
Other Components
FUNCTION
SYSTEM 
MENU
X/x/c, 
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26GB
Basic Operations
1Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “TV/
VIDEO” or “AUDIO” appears in the 
front panel display.
2Press SYSTEM MENU.
3Press X/x repeatedly until 
“ATTENUATE” appears in the front 
panel display, then press   or c.
4Press X/x to select a setting.
The default setting is underlined.
 “ATT ON”
: attenuates the input level. 
The output level is changed.
 “ATT OFF”: normal input level.
5Press .
The setting is made.
6Press SYSTEM MENU.
The system menu turns off.You can enjoy TV or VCR sound from all the 
speakers in this system.
For details, see “Step 1: Connecting the System 
and TV” (page 9), “Connecting the TV 
(Advanced)” (page 19), and “Connecting Other 
Components” (page 23).
1Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “TV/
VIDEO” appears in the front panel 
display.
2Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly until 
the sound field you want appears in the 
front panel display.
When you want to output the TV sound or 
stereo sound of a 2 channel source from the 
6 speakers, select the “PRO LOGIC,” “PLII 
MOVIE,” or “PLII MUSIC” sound field.
For details of sound field, see page 28.
Note When you set the [HDMI CONTROL] setting in 
[CUSTOM SETUP] to [ON] (page 73), the System 
Audio Control function is activated and no sound 
may be output from the TV. For details of the System 
Audio Control function, see the HDMI CONTROL 
Guide (supplied separately). 
Enjoying TV or VCR Sound 
from All Speakers
SOUND 
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27GB
Basic Operations
You can choose a suitable sound mode for 
movies or music.
Press MOVIE/MUSIC during playback. 
Press MOVIE/MUSIC repeatedly until the 
mode you want lights up in the front panel 
display. The default setting is underlined.
 AUTO
: selects the mode automatically to 
produce the sound effect depending on the 
disc.
 MOVIE: provides the sound for movies.
 MUSIC: provides the sound for music.
Tip When the movie or music mode is selected, 
“MOVIE” or “MUSIC” is displayed in the front panel 
display. When neither “MOVIE” or “MUSIC” is 
displayed in the front panel display, “AUTO” is 
selected.
Selecting the Movie or 
Music Mode
MOVIE/
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28GB
You can take advantage of surround sound 
simply by selecting one of the system’s pre-
programmed sound fields. They bring exciting 
and powerful sound of movie theaters into your 
home.
Press SOUND FIELD.
Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly until the sound 
field you want appears in the front panel display.
All sound field
Automatic outputting of the 
original sound
xAUTO FORMAT DIRECT STANDARD
The auto decoding function automatically 
detects the type of audio signal being input 
(Dolby Digital, DTS, or standard 2 channel 
stereo) and performs the proper decoding if 
necessary. This mode presents the sound as it 
was recorded/encoded, without adding any 
effects (e.g. reverberation).
However, if there are no low frequency signals 
(Dolby Digital LFE, etc.), it will generate a low 
frequency signal for output to the subwoofer.
Outputting the sound from 
multiple speakers
xAUTO FORMAT DIRECT MULTI
This mode lets you enjoy audio playback of all 
types of discs from multiple speakers.
Note The sound is not output from multiple speakers 
depending on the source.
Outputting 2 channel sources 
like CDs by 5.1channel
xDolby Pro Logic
Dolby Pro Logic produces five output channels 
from 2 channel sources. This mode performs Pro 
Logic decoding to the input signal and output to 
front, center, and surround speakers. 
Meanwhile, the surround channel becomes 
monaural.
xDolby Pro Logic II MOVIE/MUSIC
Dolby Pro Logic II produces five full-bandwidth 
output channels from 2 channel sources. This is 
done using an advanced, high-purity matrix 
surround decoder that extracts the spatial 
properties of the original recording without 
adding any new sounds or tonal colorations.
Note When the input signal is multi channel source, Dolby 
Pro Logic and Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE/MUSIC 
are canceled and the multi channel source is output 
directly.
Sound Adjustments
Enjoying Surround Sound 
by Using Sound Field
Sound field Display
AUTO FORMAT DIRECT 
STANDARDA.F.D. STD
AUTO FORMAT DIRECT 
MULTIA.F.D. MULTI
Dolby Pro Logic PRO LOGIC
Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE PLII MOVIE
Dolby Pro Logic II MUSIC PLII MUSIC
2 CHANNEL STEREO 2CH STEREO
SOUND 
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29GB
 When the bilingual broadcast sound is input, Dolby 
Pro Logic and Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE/MUSIC 
are not effective.
Using only the front speaker 
and subwoofer
x2 CHANNEL STEREO
This mode outputs the sound from the front left 
and right speakers and subwoofer. Standard 2 
channel (stereo) sources completely bypass the 
sound field processing. Multi channel surround 
formats are downmixed to two channels.
This allows you to play any source using only 
the front left and right speakers and subwoofer.
To turn the surround effect off
Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly until “A.F.D. 
STD” or “2CH STEREO” appears in the front 
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30GB
You can quickly locate a particular point on a 
disc by monitoring the picture or playing back 
slowly.
Note Depending on the DVD/DivX video/VIDEO CD, you 
may not be able to do some of the operations 
described.
Locating a point quickly by 
playing a disc in fast forward 
or fast reverse (Scan)
(Except for JPEG)
Press /m or M/  while playing a disc. 
When you find the point you want, press H to 
return to normal speed. Each time you press  /
m or M/  during scan, the playback speed 
changes. With each press the indication changes 
as shown below. Actual speeds may differ with 
some discs.
Playback direction
Opposite directionWith each press, playback speed becomes faster.
Watching frame by frame 
(Slow-motion Play)
(DVD VIDEO, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DivX 
video, VIDEO CD only)
Press /m or M/  when the system is in 
pause mode. To return to normal playback 
speed, press H. Each time you press  /m or 
M/  during Slow-motion Play, the playback 
speed changes. Two speeds are available. With 
each press the indication changes as follows:
Playback direction
2  y 1 
Opposite direction (DVD VIDEO only)
2  y 1 
Playing one frame at a time 
(Freeze Frame)
(DVD VIDEO, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DivX 
video, VIDEO CD only)
When the system is in the pause mode, press 
 (step) to go to the next frame. Press 
 (step) to go to the preceding frame 
(DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/DVD-RW only). To 
return to normal playback, press H.
Note You cannot search for a still picture on a DVD-R/
DVD-RW in VR mode.
 For DATA CDs/DATA DVDs, this function works 
only for DivX video files.
Various Functions for Playing Discs
Searching for a Particular 
Point on a Disc
(Scan, Slow-motion Play, Freeze 
Frame)
     
×2B t 1M t 2M t 3M
3M (DVD VIDEO/DVD-VR mode/DivX video/
VIDEO CD only)
×2B (DVD VIDEO/CD only)
×2b t 1m t 2m t 3m
3m (DVD VIDEO/DVD-VR mode/DivX video/
VIDEO CD only)
×2b (DVD VIDEO only)