Sony Dav Dz300 Operating Instructions

							Getting Started
21GB
First, perform the video connection, and then audio connection.
With your TV’s audio output connected to this system, you can listen to TV sound through the system 
speakers.
Connecting the video cords
Sends a played back DVD image to a TV.
Connect the system to your TV using the SCART (EURO AV) cord (not supplied). 
Be sure to connect the SCART (EURO AV) cord to the EURO AV T OUTPUT (TO TV) jack on the 
system.
When you connect using the SCART (EURO AV) cord, check that the TV conforms to S video or RGB 
signals. If the TV conforms to S video, change the input mode of the TV to RGB signals. Refer to the 
operating instructions supplied with the TV to be connected.
When connecting to a TV with the COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks
Connect a component video cord (not supplied). To use the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (Y, PB/
C
B, PR/CR), your TV monitor must be equipped with via COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks (Y,PB/CB, 
Step 3: TV Hookup
INPUT(FROM VIDEO)EURO AVY
PB/CB
PR/CR
SPEAKERCOAXIALFM75
Y
R AUDIO IN VIDEO INLPB/CBPR/CRDVD ONLY
SAT
COMPONENT  VIDEO OUTEURO AV
OUTPUT(TO TV)AMFRONT R FRONT L SURR R SURR L CENTER WOOFER
TVTo EURO AV 
T OUTPUT 
(TO TV) 
To EURO AV 
t INPUT (FROM VIDEO)  To TV with COMPONENT 
VIDEO INTo COMPONENT 
VIDEO OUT 
TV with COMPONENT 
VIDEO IN jacks
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PR/CR). If your TV accepts progressive format signals, you must use this connection and set the output 
channel of the system to progressive format (page 22).
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 75.
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.
“P AUTO” or “P VIDEO” appears in the front panel display when the system outputs progressive 
signals.
1Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select “DVD.”
2Press PROGRESSIVE.
Each time you press PROGRESSIVE, the display changes as follows:
xP AUTO (PROGRESSIVE AUTO)
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 is not met.
Green
Blue
Red
PROGRESSIVEFUNCTION
tP AUTO (PROGRESSIVE AUTO)
r
P VIDEO (PROGRESSIVE VIDEO)
r
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xP VIDEO (PROGRESSIVE VIDEO)
Select this setting when:
– your TV accepts progressive signals, and,
– the TV is connected to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks, and, 
– you want to fix the conversion method to PROGRESSIVE VIDEO for video-based software.
Select this if the image is not clear when you select PROGRESSIVE AUTO.
Note that the picture will not be clear or no picture will appear if you select these settings when
either of the above conditions is not met.
xINTERLACE
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 (EURO AV 
T OUTPUT (TO TV)).
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.
 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 AUTO” or “PROGRESSIVE VIDEO,” images from the EURO AV T OUTPUT (TO 
TV) jack are unaffected as they are output in the interlace format.
 If you set [LINE] in [SCREEN SETUP] to [RGB] (page 76), the system switches to “INTERLACE.” This will 
happen even though you select “PROGRESSIVE AUTO” or “PROGRESSIVE VIDEO.”
 If you set [LINE] in [SCREEN SETUP] to [RGB] (page 76), the system outputs no component video signals.
Connecting the audio cords
Outputs TV sound through the speakers of this system.
Note
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							24GB
To connect the AUDIO OUT jacks of a TV to the SAT (AUDIO IN) jacks 
of this system
Connect a TV to the SAT (AUDIO IN) jacks using an audio cord (not supplied). When connecting a 
cord, be sure to match the color-coded sleeves to the appropriate jacks on the components.
 Be sure to make connections securely to avoid hum and noise.
 If your TV does not have AUDIO OUT jacks, you cannot output the TV sound from the speakers of this system.
 If you connect a TV to the SAT (AUDIO IN) jacks, other components, such as a VCR, cannot be connected.
 To listen to the TV sound, select the function by pressing FUNCTION. For details, see page 59.
 When you want to output the TV sound or stereo sound of a 2 channel source from the 6 speakers, select the “Dolby 
Pro Logic,” “Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE,” or “Dolby Pro Logic II MUSIC” sound field (page 57).
 When you select the “NIGHT” sound field (page 57), the sound is output from the front speakers only.
Note
Tip
RAUDIO
OUT
L
SPEAKERCOAXIALFM75
Y
R AUDIO IN VIDEO INLPB/CBPR/CRDVD ONLY
SAT
COMPONENT  VIDEO OUTEURO AV
OUTPUT(TO TV)AMFRONT R FRONT L SURR R SURR L CENTER WOOFER
TV
To SAT (AUDIO IN)
White (L/audio)
Red (R/audio)
 
						

							Getting Started
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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.
 If you connect a TV to the SAT jacks in Step 3 (page 21), you cannot connect other components to the system.
Connecting the system and the other component
Outputs the other component through the system.
To connect the VIDEO/AUDIO OUT jacks of other component to the SAT 
(VIDEO/AUDIO IN) jacks of this system
Connect the VCR or other components to the SAT (VIDEO/AUDIO IN) jacks using the video/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 system with the stereo mini-plug cord (not supplied).
 Be sure to make connections securely to avoid hum and noise.
Step 4: Other Component Hookup
Note
Note
RAUDIO
OUT
L
VIDEO
OUT
SPEAKERCOAXIALFM75
Y
R AUDIO IN VIDEO INLPB/CBPR/CRDVD ONLY
SAT
COMPONENT  VIDEO OUTEURO AV
OUTPUT(TO TV)AMFRONT R FRONT L SURR R SURR L CENTER WOOFER
VCR, digital satellite receiver, 
or PlayStation 2, etc.
To SAT 
(VIDEO/AUDIO IN)
Yellow (Video)
White (L/audio)
Red (R/audio)
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 When you connect another component to the system, you can enjoy the component by pressing FUNCTION 
(page 68).
Tip
 
						

							Getting Started
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Before connecting the AC power cord (mains 
lead) of this system to a wall outlet (mains), 
connect the speakers to the system (page 15).
To turn on the system
Press "/1.
To turn off the system
Press "/1. The system enters standby mode.
While playing a disc, do not turn off the system 
by pressing "/1. Doing so may cancel the menu 
settings. When you turn off the system, first 
press x to stop playback and then press "/1.After connecting the AC power cord (mains 
lead), the demonstration appears in the front 
panel display. When you press "/1 on the 
remote, the demonstration turns off.
 When you press "/1 on the system, the demonstration 
does not turn off.
 When you set the demonstration mode in the AMP 
menu to on, the demonstration does not turn off even 
though you press "/1 on the remote. To turn off the 
demonstration, set the demonstration mode to off, 
then press "/1 on the remote.
Setting the demonstration 
mode on/off
1Press AMP MENU.
2Press X/x repeatedly until “DEMO” 
appears in the front panel display, then 
press ENTER or c. 
3Press X/x to select the setting.
 DEMO OFF: sets the demonstration mode 
off.
 DEMO ON: sets the demonstration mode 
on.
4Press ENTER or AMP MENU.
The AMP menu turns off.
Step 5: Connecting the AC 
Power Cord (Mains Lead)
"/1
"/1
Step 6: Turning off the 
Demonstration
Note
AMP MENU
X/x/c
ENTER"/1
 
						

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Follow the steps below to make the minimum 
number of basic adjustments for using the 
system.
To skip an adjustment, press >. To return to 
the previous adjustment, press ..
1Turn on the TV.
2Press [/1.
 Disconnect the headphone when you perform 
the Quick Setup. You cannot operate steps after 
10 with the headphone connected.
 Make sure that the function is set to “DVD.”
3Switch the input selector on your TV so 
that the signal from the system 
appears on the TV screen.
[Press [ENTER] to run QUICK SETUP.] 
appears at the bottom of the screen. If this 
message does not appear, display the Quick 
Setup and perform again (page 29).
 When you press CLEAR in message, the 
message disappears. When you need to perform 
the Quick Setup, see “To recall the Quick Setup 
display” (page 29).
4Press ENTER without inserting a disc.
The Setup Display for selecting the 
language used in the on-screen display 
appears.
5Press X/x to select a language.
The system displays the menu and subtitles 
in the selected language.
 The selectable language is different depending 
on the area. 
6Press ENTER.
The Setup Display for selecting the aspect 
ratio of the TV to be connected appears.
7Press X/x to select the setting that 
matches your TV type.
xIf you have a 4:3 standard TV
[4:3 LETTER BOX] or [4:3 PAN SCAN] 
(page 75)
xIf you have a wide-screen TV or a 4:3 
standard TV with a wide-screen mode
[16:9] (page 75)
8Press ENTER.
The Setup Display for selecting the output 
method for video signals from the EURO 
AV T OUTPUT (TO TV) jack on the rear 
panel of the system appears.
Step 7: Performing the 
Quick Setup
Note
Note
"/1
./> X/x
ENTER CLEARNote
LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD:
MENU:
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:
PORTUGUESEFRENCH ENGLISH
ENGLISH
SPANISH
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE:16:9
4:3 PAN SCAN 4:3 LETTER BOX
FULL
SCREEN SAVER:
LINE: BACKGROUND:
4:3 OUTPUT:16:9
SCREEN SETUP
SCREEN SAVER:
4:3 OUTPUT: BACKGROUND:
LINE:       VIDEO VIDEO
RGB TV TYPE:16:9
ON
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9Press X/x to select the output method 
for video signals.
 [VIDEO]: outputs video signals.
 [RGB]: outputs RGB signals.
 If your TV does not accept RGB signals, no 
picture appears on the TV screen even if you 
select [RGB]. Refer to the instructions supplied 
with your TV.
10Press ENTER.
The Setup Display for selecting the speaker 
distance appears.
11Press X/x to select the front speaker 
distance from the listening position, 
then press ENTER.
You can set from 1.0 to 7.0 meters (4 to 23 
ft).
12Press X/x to select the center speaker 
distance from the listening position, 
then press ENTER.
You can set from 0.0 to 7.0 meters (0 to 23 
ft).
 The setting range changes depending on the 
front speaker setting.
13Press X/x to select the surround 
speaker distance from the listening 
position.
You can set from 0.0 to 7.0 meters (0 to 23 
ft).
 The setting range changes depending on the 
front speaker setting.
14Press ENTER.
Quick Setup is finished. All connections 
and setup operations are complete.
To quit the Quick Setup
Press   DISPLAY in any Step.
 If you want to change each setting, see “Using the 
Setup Display” (page 73).
To recall the Quick Setup display
1Press   DISPLAY when the system is 
in stop mode.
The Control Menu appears.
2Press X/x to select   [SETUP], 
then press ENTER.
The options for [SETUP] appear.
3Press X/x to select [QUICK], then press 
ENTER.
The Quick Setup display appears.
Note
Note
SPEAKER SETUP
TEST TONE: LEVEL(FRONT):
LEVEL(SURROUND): 
OFF
CENTER:
3.0m 3.0m
SURROUND:
DISTANCE:SIZE:
FRONT:
3.0m
SPEAKER SETUP
TEST TONE: LEVEL(FRONT):
LEVEL(SURROUND): 
OFF
3.0m 3.0m
SURROUND:
DISTANCE:SIZE:
FRONT:
CENTER:
3.0m
Note
Note
SPEAKER SETUP
TEST TONE: LEVEL(FRONT):
LEVEL(SURROUND): 
OFF
3.0m 3.0m
DISTANCE:SIZE:
FRONT:
CENTER:
SURROUND:
3.0m
1 2 ( 
2 7 )
QUICK
QUICK
RESET
DVD VIDEO
BNR
           :      : 1 8 ( 
3 4 )
CUSTOM
 
						

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Positioning the speakers
For the best possible surround sound, all the 
speakers other than the subwoofer should be the 
same distance from the listening position (A). 
However, this system allows you to place the 
center speaker up to 1.6 meters (5 ft) closer (B) 
and the surround speakers up to 5.0 meters (16 
ft) closer (C) to the listening position.
The front speakers can be placed from 1.0 to 
7.0 meters (4 to 23 ft) (A) from the listening 
position.
Place speakers as illustrated below.
 Do not place the center and surround speakers farther 
away from the listening position than the front 
speakers.
If you encounter color irregularity 
on a nearby TV screen
The front and center speakers and the subwoofer 
are magnetically shielded to allow it to be 
installed near a TV set. However, color 
irregularities may still be observed on certain 
types of TV sets. As the surround speakers are 
not magnetically shielded, we recommend that 
you place the surround speakers slightly further 
away from TV set.
If color irregularity is observed...
Turn off the TV set once, then turn it on again 
after 15 to 30 minutes.
If color irregularity is observed 
again...
Place the speaker further away from the TV set.
If howling occurs
Reposition the speakers or turn down the 
volume on the system.
Speaker Setup
Note