Sony Dav Dz310 Operating Instructions

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Step 1: Installing the System
Install the system by referring to the illustration below.
To attach the foot pads to the subwoofer
Note Use caution when placing the speakers and/or speaker stands attached to the speakers on a specially treated (waxed, 
oiled, polished, etc.) floor, as staining or discoloration may result.
For assembling the speakers refer to “Speaker Installation Guide” (supplement).
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How to position the system
Assembling the speakers
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Caution
 Contact a screw shop or installer for information regarding the wall material or screws to be used.
 Use screws that are suitable for the wall material and strength. As a plaster board wall is especially fragile, attach 
the screws securely to a beam. Install the speakers on a vertical and flat wall where reinforcement is applied.
 Sony is not responsible for accidents or damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall strength or 
improper screw installation,...

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3Fasten the screws to the wall, then hang the speaker on the wall.
8 to 10 mm
(11/32 to 13/32 inch)
Depth of fastened screw
145 mm
(5 3/4 inches) For the center speaker
101.6 mm
 (4 inches) For the tall speakers (DAV-DZ610 only)
For the small speakers
 

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Step 2: Connecting the System
1Insert the connectors of the speaker cords to match the color of the SPEAKERS jacks 
of the unit until they click.
2Connect the speaker cord with the color tube to 3, and the speaker cord without the 
color tube to #.
The subwoofer speaker cord is fixed to the subwoofer.
Note Do not catch the speaker cord insulation (rubber covering) in the speaker terminals.
Connecting the speakers
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1 Connecting the video to your TV
Depending on the jacks on your TV, select one of the connection methods.
xMethod 1: Video cord (supplied) connection
This is the basic connection.
xMethod 2: HDMI cable* connection
Picture quality will be improved compared to Method 1.
If your TV is compatible with the Audio Return Channel function, this connection also sends a digital 
audio signal from the TV. You do not need to make a separate audio connection for listening to TV 
sound. For...

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2 Connecting the audio from your TV/set-top box
To listen to TV or set-top box sound via the system, select one of the connection methods.
xMethod 1: Audio cord (not supplied) connection
This is the basic connection and sends an analog audio signal.
xMethod 2: Digital optical cord (not supplied) connection (DAV-DZ610 only)
Sound quality will be improved compared to Method 1.
Note The system can accept both digital and analog signals. Digital signals have priority over analog signals....

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To change the color system (PAL or NTSC) (Asian, Australian, Middle 
Eastern, and South African models only)
Depending on your TV, you may be required to select either PAL or NTSC for the color system.
The initial setting for Australian, Middle Eastern, and South African models is PAL.
The initial setting for Asian models is NTSC.
1Turn off the system by pressing "/1.
2Turn on the system by pressing "/1 on the unit while pressing FUNCTION on the unit.
Each time you perform...

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Note After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial), extend and keep it as horizontal as possible.
1Connect the AC power cord (mains lead).
The demonstration appears in the front panel display.
2Press "/1 to turn the system on, then press "/1 again to turn off the demonstration.
Connecting the antenna (aerial)
Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)
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Wall outlet (mains): The shape of 
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Getting StartedStep 3: Setting up the 
System
Displayed items vary depending on the area.
1Turn on your TV.
2Switch the input selector on your TV so 
that the signal from the system 
appears on the TV screen.
3Press "/1 to turn the system on.
4Press   without inserting a disc or 
connecting a USB device.
Note If this message does not appear, press 
FUNCTION repeatedly to select “DVD/CD.” If this message still does not appear, recall the 
Quick Setup display (page 60).
5Press X/x to select a...

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8Press C/c to select the speaker 
formation image as the speakers are 
actually positioned, then press  .
 [STANDARD]: Select this when you 
install all the speakers normally.
 [NO CENTER]: Select this when you 
install the front and surround speakers 
only.
 [NO SURROUND]: Select this when you 
install the center and front speakers only.
 [FRONT ONLY]: Select this when you 
install the front speakers only.
 [ALL FRONT]: Select this when you 
install all the speakers in front of the...