Sony Dav Dz310 Operating Instructions

							Settings
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Performing Further 
Settings
You can make various adjustments to items such 
as picture and sound.
Displayed items vary depending on the area.
Note Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over 
the Setup Display settings and not all the functions 
described may work.
1Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select 
“DVD/CD.”
The selected item appears in the front panel 
display.
2Press   DISPLAY while the system is 
in stop mode.
3Press X/x to select   [SETUP], 
then press  .
4Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then 
press .
5Press X/x to select the setup item, then 
press .
 [LANGUAGE SETUP] (page 61)
 [VIDEO SETUP] (page 62)
 [HDMI SETUP] (page 63)
 [AUDIO SETUP] (page 64)
 [SYSTEM SETUP] (page 66)
 [SPEAKER SETUP] (page 67)
Example: [VIDEO SETUP]
6Press X/x to select an item, then press 
.
The options for the selected item appear.
Example: [TV TYPE]
7Press X/x to select a setting, then 
press .
The setting is selected and setup is 
complete.
Example: [4:3 LETTER BOX]
To reset all of the [SETUP] 
settings
To reset all of the [SETUP] settings, see 
[RESET] (page 67).
Set various languages for the on-screen display 
or sound track.
x[OSD] (On-Screen Display)
You can switch the display language on the TV 
screen.
x[MENU] 
You can switch the language for the disc’s 
menu.
VIDEO SETUP
PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT): TV TYPE:
4:3 OUTPUT:
COLOR SYSTEM 
(VIDEO CD):16:9
OFF
FULL
AUTO
PAUSE MODE:
AUTO
Selected item
Setup items
Setting the display or sound 
track language
 [LANGUAGE SETUP]
AUTO
VIDEO SETUP
PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT): TV TYPE:
4:3 OUTPUT:
COLOR SYSTEM 
(VIDEO CD):
PAUSE MODE:16:9
OFF
FULL
AUTO
16:9
4:3 LETTER BOX
4:3 PAN SCAN
Options
VIDEO SETUP
PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT): TV TYPE:
4:3 OUTPUT:
COLOR SYSTEM 
(VIDEO CD):
4:3 LETTER BOXOFF
FULL
AUTO
PAUSE MODE:
AUTO
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x[AUDIO] 
You can switch the language of the sound track.
When you select [ORIGINAL], the language 
given priority on the disc is selected.
x[SUBTITLE] 
You can switch the language of the subtitles 
recorded on the DVD VIDEO.
When you select [AUDIO FOLLOW], the 
language for the subtitles changes according to 
the language you selected for the sound track.
Note When you select a language in [MENU], [AUDIO], 
or [SUBTITLE] that is not recorded on the DVD 
VIDEO, one of the recorded languages will be 
automatically selected (depending on the disc, the 
language may not be selected automatically).
Tip
 If you select [OTHERS t] in [MENU], [AUDIO], 
and [SUBTITLE], select and enter a language code 
from “Language Code List” (page 81) using the 
number buttons.
Select settings according to your TV.
x[TV TYPE]
You can select the aspect ratio of the connected 
TV.
[16:9]
: Select this when you connect a wide-
screen TV or a TV with a wide-screen mode.
[4:3 LETTER BOX]: Select this when you 
connect a 4:3 standard TV. The system displays 
a wide picture with bands on the upper and 
lower portions of the TV screen.[4:3 PAN SCAN]: Select this when you connect 
a 4:3 standard TV. The system automatically 
displays a wide picture on the entire screen and 
cuts off the portions that do not fit.
x[PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT)]
You can set the progressive signal that is output 
from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks to 
on/off. For details, see “To select the type of 
video signal output from the COMPONENT 
VIDEO OUT jacks” (page 32).
[OFF]
: The system outputs interlace signals. 
[ON]: The system outputs progressive signals. 
When you select [ON], follow the Steps below.
1Select [ON], then press  .
2Press C/c to select [START], then 
press .
The system outputs a progressive signal for 
about 5 seconds. Check that the screen is 
displayed correctly.
3 Press C/c to select [YES], then press 
.
The system outputs a progressive signal. If 
you select [NO], the system will not output 
a progressive signal.
Note [PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT)] is 
effective only when you connect the unit and TV with 
a component video cable (page 25).
x[4:3 OUTPUT]
When you use a 16:9 aspect ratio TV, you can 
adjust the aspect ratio to watch 4:3 aspect ratio 
signals. If you can change the aspect ratio on 
your TV, change the setting on your TV, not the 
system.
[FULL]
: Select this when you can change the 
aspect ratio on your TV.
[NORMAL]: Select this when you cannot 
change the aspect ratio on your TV. A 16:9 
aspect ratio signal with black bands on left and 
right sides of the image appears.
Settings for the display
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Note [4:3 OUTPUT] is effective only when you set [TV 
TYPE] in [VIDEO SETUP] to [16:9].
x[COLOR SYSTEM (VIDEO CD)] 
(Asian, Australian, Middle Eastern, and 
South African models only)
You can select the color system when you play a 
VIDEO CD.
[AUTO]
: The system outputs the disc’s video 
signal, either PAL or NTSC. If your TV uses a 
DUAL system, select [AUTO].
[PAL]: The system changes the video signal of 
an NTSC disc and outputs it in the PAL system.
[NTSC]: The system changes the video signal of 
a PAL disc and outputs it in the NTSC system.
Note You cannot change the color system of the disc itself.
 You can change the color system of this system 
according to the connected TV (page 25).
x[BLACK LEVEL]
(North American, Mexican, Latin American, 
and taiwan models only)
You can select the black level (setup level) for 
the video signals output from the jacks other 
than COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/HDMI OUT.
[ON]
: The standard level.
[OFF]: You can lower the standard black level. 
Use this when the picture becomes too white.
x[BLACK LEVEL (COMPONENT OUT)]
(North American, Mexican, Latin American, 
and taiwan models only)
You can select the black level (setup level) for 
the video signals output from the 
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks.
You cannot select this and the setting is not 
effective when the system outputs a progressive 
signal.[OFF]
: You can set the black level of the output 
signal to the standard level.
[ON]: You can raise the standard black level. 
Use this when the picture becomes too black.
x[PAUSE MODE] 
(DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/DVD-RW only)
You can select the picture in pause mode.
[AUTO]
: The picture, including subjects that 
move dynamically, is output with no jitter. This 
setting is for normal usage.
[FRAME]: The picture, including subjects that 
do not move dynamically, is output in high 
resolution.
x[HDMI RESOLUTION]
You can select the type of video signal that is 
output from the HDMI OUT jack.
[AUTO (1920
 × 1080p)]: The system outputs 
the optimal video signal for the connected TV.
[1920
 × 1080i]: The system outputs 1920 × 
1080i* video signals. 
[1280 ×
 720p]: The system outputs 1280 × 
720p* video signals. 
[720 ×
 480p]**: The system outputs 720 × 
480p* video signals. 
* i: interlace, p: progressive
** Depending on the area, [720 × 480/576p] may 
appear.
x[CONTROL FOR HDMI]
This function is available when you connect the 
system and TV that is compatible with the 
Control for HDMI function with an HDMI 
cable.
[ON]
: On. You can operate mutually between 
components that are connected with an HDMI 
cable.
[OFF]: Off.
16:9 aspect ratio TV
Settings for HDMI
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x[VOLUME LIMIT]
When the System Audio Control (page 54) is 
activated, loud sound may be output depending 
on the volume level of the system. You can 
prevent this by limiting the maximum level of 
the volume when the System Audio Control 
function activates.
[OFF]
: Off.
[LEVEL3]: Maximum volume level is set to 10.
[LEVEL2]: Maximum volume level is set to 15.
[LEVEL1]: Maximum volume level is set to 20.
Note This function is available only when [CONTROL 
FOR HDMI] is set to [ON].
x[AUDIO RETURN CHANNEL]
This function is available when you connect the 
system and TV that is compatible with the Audio 
Return Channel function.
[AUTO]
: The system can receive the digital 
audio signal of your TV via an HDMI cable 
automatically.
[Off]: Off.
Note This function is available only when [CONTROL 
FOR HDMI] is set to [ON].
x[YCBCR/RGB (HDMI)]
You can select the type of HDMI signal output 
from the HDMI OUT jack.
[
YCBCR]: The system outputs YCBCR signals.
[RGB]: The system outputs RGB signals.
x[AUDIO (HDMI)]
You can select the audio output status from the 
HDMI OUT jack.
[OFF]
: The system does not output sound from 
the HDMI OUT jack.
[ON]: The system outputs audio signals by 
converting Dolby Digital, DTS, or 96 kHz/24-
bit PCM signals to 48 kHz/16-bit PCM. 
Note When you set the function to other than “DVD/CD” 
or “USB,” the system does not output the sound from the HDMI OUT jack even if you set [AUDIO 
(HDMI)] to [ON].
x[JPEG RESOLUTION]
You can select the resolution of JPEG image 
files output from the HDMI OUT jack.
[SD 
]: The system outputs standard 
resolution with a black frame.
[HD  ]: The system outputs HD resolution 
with a black frame. 
[HD]: The system outputs the HD resolution 
without a black frame. 
[(1920 ×
 1080i) HD  ]: The system outputs 
full size HD resolution with a black frame. 
[(1920 ×
 1080i) HD]: The system outputs full 
size HD resolution without a black frame. 
Note [JPEG RESOLUTION] is effective only when you 
set [TV TYPE] in [VIDEO SETUP] to [16:9], and 
you set [HDMI RESOLUTION] in [HDMI SETUP] 
to other than [720 × 480p] or [720 × 480/576p].
 You can select [(1920 × 1080i) HD  ] or [(1920 × 
1080i) HD] only when you set [HDMI 
RESOLUTION] in [HDMI SETUP] to [1920 × 
1080i].
 The HDMI signal will stop momentarily when:
– the system is loading or unloading a DATA CD or 
DATA DVD.
– you connect or remove a USB device.
x[SPEAKER FORMATION]
Depending on the shape of the room, you may 
not be able to install some speakers. For better 
surround sound, Sony recommends that first you 
decide the position of the speakers. 
1Press C/c to select a setting, 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.
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 [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 
listening position.
 [ALL FRONT - NO CENTER]: Select 
this when you install the front and 
surround speakers in front of the listening 
position.
2Press C/c to select [YES] or [NO], then 
press .
 [YES]: Continue with [AUTO 
CALIBRATION]. Follow the Steps of 
[AUTO CALIBRATION] below.
 [NO]: Exit [SPEAKER FORMATION].
x[AUTO CALIBRATION]
D. C. A. C. (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) 
can set the appropriate surround sound 
automatically.
1Connect the calibration mic (supplied) 
to the A.CAL MIC jack on the front 
panel.
Set up the calibration mic at ear level using 
a tripod, etc. (not supplied).
The front of each speaker should face the 
calibration mic, and there should be no 
obstruction between the speakers and the 
calibration mic.
2Press C/c to select [YES], then press 
.
[AUTO CALIBRATION] starts.
Be quiet during the measurement.
Note The environment of the room in which the 
system is installed may affect measurements. 
When the measurements differ considerably 
from the status of the speaker installation, 
perform the speaker settings manually by 
following “Settings for the speakers” (page 67). 
3Press C/c to select [YES] or [NO], then 
press .
4Disconnect the calibration mic when 
the measurement completes correctly.
Note The system outputs a loud test sound when [AUTO 
CALIBRATION] starts. You cannot turn the volume 
down. Give consideration to children and neighbors.
 The measurement for [SUBWOOFER] is always 
[YES] and [SPEAKER SETUP] returns to the default 
setting when you perform [AUTO CALIBRATION].
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x[AUDIO DRC] 
You can compress the dynamic range of the 
sound track. [AUDIO DRC] is useful for 
watching movies at low volume late at night.
[OFF]
: No compression of dynamic range.
[STANDARD]: The system reproduces the 
sound track with the kind of dynamic range that 
the recording engineer intended.
[MAX]: The system compresses dynamic range 
fully.
Note [AUDIO DRC] works only for Dolby Digital.
x[TRACK SELECTION] 
You can give the sound track which contains the 
highest number of channels priority when 
multiple audio formats (PCM, DTS, Dolby 
Digital, or MPEG audio) are recorded.
[OFF]
: Off.
[AUTO]: The system selects the sound track 
automatically according to the priority.
Note When you set the item to [AUTO], the language may 
change. The [TRACK SELECTION] setting has 
higher priority than the [AUDIO] settings in 
[LANGUAGE SETUP] (page 61). (Depending on 
the disc, this function may not work.)
x[SCREEN SAVER]
You can reduce the damage to the display device 
(ghosting). Press any button (e.g., 
N) to cancel 
the screen saver.
[ON]
: The screen saver image appears if you do 
not operate the system for about 15 minutes.
[OFF]: Off.
x[BACKGROUND]
You can select the background color or picture 
on the TV screen.[JACKET PICTURE]
: The jacket picture (still 
picture) appears, but only when the jacket 
picture is already recorded on the disc (CD-
EXTRA, etc.). If the disc does not contain a 
jacket picture, a preset picture stored in the 
system appears.
[GRAPHICS]: A preset picture stored in the 
system appears.
[BLUE]: The background is blue.
[BLACK]: The background is black.
x[PARENTAL CONTROL]
The [PARENTAL CONTROL] function allows 
you to restrict playback of DVDs that have 
ratings. Scenes may be blocked or replaced with 
different scenes.
1Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password 
using the number buttons, then press 
.
2Press X/x to select [STANDARD], then 
press .
3Press X/x to select a geographic area 
as the playback limitation level, then 
press .
When you select [OTHERS t], select and 
enter a standard code from “Parental 
Control Area Code List” (page 81) using 
the number buttons.
4Press X/x to select [LEVEL], then press 
.
5Press X/x to select the desired level, 
then press  .
The lower the value, the stricter the 
limitation.
To turn off the [PARENTAL CONTROL] 
function
Set [LEVEL] to [OFF] in Step 5.
To play a disc for which [PARENTAL 
CONTROL] is set
When you load the disc and press N, the 
display for entering your password appears. 
Enter your 4-digit password using the number 
buttons, then press  .
Tip
 If you forget your password, enter “199703” using 
the number buttons, then press  . The display will 
ask you to enter a new 4-digit password. After you 
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enter a new 4-digit password, replace the disc in the 
unit and press N. When the display for entering your 
password appears, enter your new password.
Changing the password
1Enter your 4-digit password using the 
number buttons, then press  .
2Press X/x to select [CHANGE 
PASSWORD t], then press  .
3Enter a new 4-digit password using the 
number buttons, then press  .
If you make a mistake entering your 
password, press C before you press  , 
then input the correct number.
4To confirm your password, re-enter it 
using the number buttons, then press 
.
x[DivX (R) VOD]
You can display the registration or deactivation 
code for this system, or deactivate this system 
after activation.
To display the registration code
Press X/x to select [Registration Code c], then 
press .
To deactivate the system
Press C/c to select [YES] or [NO], then press 
.
 [YES]: The system is deactivated and the 
deactivation code is displayed.
 [NO]: The system returns to the previous 
display.
To display the deactivation code again 
after deactivation
Press X/x to select [Deactivation Code c], then 
press .
For more information, go to 
http://www.divx.com
 on the Internet.
x[MULTI-DISC RESUME]   
This system recalls the point where you stopped 
the disc the last time it was played and resumes 
playback from that point the next time you insert 
the same disc.[ON]
: The system stores the resume points in 
memory for up to 10 discs.
[OFF]: The system does not store the resume 
points in memory. Playback restarts at the 
resume point only for the current disc in the unit.
Note When the resume playback memory is full, the 
resume playback point for the earliest disc is deleted.
x[RESET]
You can return the [SETUP] settings other than 
[PARENTAL CONTROL] to the default 
settings.
Press C/c to select [YES], then press  .
You can also quit the process and return to the 
Control Menu by selecting [NO] here.
Do not press [/1 while resetting the system as 
it takes a few seconds to complete.
Note The [MEDIA], [INTERVAL], [EFFECT], and 
[MULTI/2CH] settings also return to the default 
settings.
You can adjust the speaker settings manually 
without performing the Quick Setup.
Select the speakers you will use, set the speaker 
distance from your listening position, and then 
adjust the sound level for each speaker. You can 
adjust the sound level by using the [TEST 
TONE] function. 
x[CONNECTION]
[FRONT]
[YES]
[CENTER]
[YES]: Normally select this.
[NONE]: Select this if no center speaker is used. 
[SURROUND]
[YES]: Normally select this.
[NONE]: Select this if no surround speakers are 
used.
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[SUBWOOFER]
[YES]
Note When you change the [CONNECTION] setting, the 
[STANDARD] of [SPEAKER FORMATION] 
setting remains the same, but the other settings of 
[SPEAKER FORMATION] return to 
[STANDARD].
x[DISTANCE (FRONT)]
Set the distance of the front and center speakers 
from the listening position.
For the best possible surround sound, place all 
speakers at the same distance from the listening 
position. The distance can be between 1.0 to 7.0 
meters
1) (3 to 23 ft) for the front speakers, and 
0.0 to 7.0 meters2) (0 to 23 ft) for the center 
speaker.
If you cannot place the center speaker at the 
same distance, you can move the center speaker 
up to 1.6 meters closer to the listening position.
[L/R] 3.0 m/10 ft
: Set the front speaker distance.
[CENTER] 3.0 m/10 ft
: Set the center speaker 
distance.
1)0.9 to 6.9 meters for North American models.2)0.0 to 6.9 meters for North American models.
x[DISTANCE (SURROUND)]
Set the distance for the surround speakers from 
the listening position.
For the best possible surround sound, place all 
speakers at the same distance from the listening 
position. The distance can be between 1.0 to 7.0 
meters* (0 to 23 ft).
If you cannot place surround speakers at the 
same distance, you can move the surround 
speakers up to 5.0 meters (16 ft) closer to the 
listening position.
[L/R] 3.0 m/10 ft
: Set the surround speaker 
distance.
* 0.0 to 6.9 meters for North American models.
Note Depending on the input stream, the [DISTANCE] 
setting may not be effective.
x[LEVEL (FRONT)]
You can adjust the sound level of the front 
speakers, center speaker, and subwoofer. You 
can set the parameters from –6.0 dB to 0 dB for 
[L/R], and from –6.0 dB to +6.0 dB for 
[CENTER] and [SUBWOOFER]. Be sure to set 
[TEST TONE] to [ON] for easy adjustment.
[L/R] 0.0 dB
: Set the front speaker level.
[CENTER] 0.0 dB
: Set the center speaker level.
[SUBWOOFER] +2.0 dB
: Set the subwoofer 
level.
x[LEVEL (SURROUND)]
You can adjust the sound level of the surround 
speakers. You can set the parameter from –6.0 
dB to +6.0 dB. Set [TEST TONE] to [ON] for 
easy adjustment.
[L/R] 0.0 dB
: Set the surround speaker level.
x[TEST TONE]
You can adjust the sound level of the speakers 
by using the [TEST TONE] function. 
[OFF]
: The test tone is not emitted from the 
speakers.
[ON]: The test tone is emitted from each speaker 
in sequence while adjusting the level.
Adjust the sound level as follows.
1Set the [TEST TONE] to [ON].
2Press C/X/x/c repeatedly to select the 
desired speaker and the level, then 
press .
3Repeat Step 2.
4Press C/X/x/c to set [TEST TONE] to 
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Precautions
On power sources
 Unplug the unit from the wall outlet (mains) if you do 
not intend to use it for an extended period of time. To 
disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug, never by 
the cord.
On placement
 Place the system in a location with adequate 
ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the system.
 At high volume, over long periods of time, the cabinet 
becomes hot to the touch. This is not a malfunction. 
However, touching the cabinet should be avoided. Do 
not place the system in a confined space where 
ventilation is poor as this may cause overheating.
 Do not block the ventilation slots by putting anything 
on the system. The system is equipped with a high 
power amplifier. If the ventilation slots are blocked, 
the system can overheat and malfunction.
 Do not place the system on surfaces (rugs, blankets, 
etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies) that may 
block the ventilation slots.
 Do not install the system near heat sources such as 
radiators, or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct 
sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration, or 
shock.
 Do not install the system in an inclined position. It is 
designed to be operated in a horizontal position only.
 Keep the system and discs away from components 
with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens, or 
large loudspeakers.
 Do not place heavy objects on the system.
On operation
 If the system is brought directly from a cold to a warm 
location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture 
may condense on the lenses inside the unit. Should 
this occur, the system may not operate properly. In 
this case, remove the disc and leave the system turned 
on for about half an hour until the moisture 
evaporates.
 If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and 
have it checked by qualified personnel before 
operating it any further.
On adjusting volume
 Do not turn up the volume while listening to a section 
with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you 
do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level 
section is suddenly played.
On cleaning
 Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth 
slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do 
not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or 
solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
If you have any questions or problems concerning 
your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
On cleaning discs, disc/lens 
cleaners
• Do not use cleaning discs or disc/lens cleaners 
(including wet or spray types). These may cause 
the apparatus to malfunction.
On your TV’s color
 If the speakers should cause your TV screen to have 
color irregularity, turn off the TV then turn it on after 
15 to 30 minutes. If color irregularity should persist, 
place the speakers further away from your TV set.
On moving the system
 Before moving the system, make sure that there is no 
disc inserted, and remove the AC power cord (mains 
lead) from the wall outlet (mains).
Additional Information
IMPORTANT NOTICECaution: This system is capable of holding a still 
video image or on-screen display image on your 
television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still 
video image or on-screen display image displayed 
on your TV for an extended period of time you risk 
permanent damage to your television screen. 
Projection televisions are especially susceptible to 
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On handling discs
 To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its 
edge. Do not touch the surface.
 Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.
 Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or 
heat sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in 
a car parked in direct sunlight as the 
temperature may rise considerably inside the 
car.
 After playing, store the disc in its case.
On cleaning
 Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning 
cloth.
Wipe the disc from the center out.
 Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, 
commercially available cleaners, or anti-static 
spray intended for vinyl LPs.
This system can only play a standard circular 
disc. Using neither standard nor circular discs 
(e.g., card, heart, or star shape) may cause a 
malfunction.
Do not use a disc that has a commercially 
available accessory attached, such as a label or 
ring.
Notes about the Discs